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Ep 20 - Creating Effective New Year's Resolutions
We all want the 6 figure salary, the flashy car, and the amazing house..... or do we?
What happens if we had all of that, but no one to enjoy it with?
This episode helps us to become better people by helping us understand our direction of travel, and what we need to be happy and successful.
In this award-winning show* Aman explores personal growth, self-improvement, and navigating life as a South Asian man in today’s world. Whether diving into South Asian culture, identity, mental health, or broader topics like goal-setting, motivation, and emotional intelligence, each episode offers practical advice and honest conversations to help you become a better brother, husband, son, and man.
If you’re looking for guidance on balancing cultural expectations with your own path, improving your mindset, and unlocking your full potential, this podcast is for you.
Follow us on Instagram @BrownButBetter
*The award was given by his mum for being the best (and only) podcast she’s ever listened to.
Links:
(https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/exercise-health-benefits/)
(https://yougov.co.uk/society/articles/53756-what-new-years-resolutions-are-britons-making-for-2026)
Tags: South Asian
Goals
New Years Resolutions
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