Go In Courage Podcast

Go In Courage Podcast

di Rix Banga
Miglioramento personaleSalute mentale
Stagione 2

A Punjabi Son’s Journey Through Divorce, Dialysis and Grief with Sunny Sidhu

🎙️ Go In Courage Podcast #18: A Punjabi Son’s Journey Through Divorce, Dialysis and Grief In this deeply moving Go In Courage episode, Sunny Sidhu shares with Rix Banga, his powerful journey through grief, resilience, and rediscovering his voice as a man in the Punjabi community. From losing his mother in early 2024, to navigating cultural expectations around masculinity, emotions, and mental health — Sunny opens up like never before. 🎙️ We discuss: The impact of growing up in a single-parent home Watching his mother battle cancer and kidney failure The emotional toll of caregiving and loss Cultural stigma around men’s mental health in Punjabi and other South Asian communities The healing power of vulnerability, relationships, and therapy This honest conversation explores what it really means to be strong, why grief doesn’t follow a timeline, and how talking can be the most courageous thing you ever do.
S2 · E18
21 feb 2024
1:28:01

The Art of Connection: How to Build Relationships That Matter with Helena Summer

🎙️ Go In Courage Podcast #17: The Art of Connection: How to Build Relationships That Matter with Helena Summer In this powerful episode of the Go In Courage podcast, we dive deep into love, relationships, and courageous communication with special guest Helena Summer, an Androgynous Semantic Realignment Specialist. From growing up during war-torn Yugoslavia to becoming a nun, to now coaching individuals and couples to transform their relationships — Helena shares her extraordinary story and practical insights. We explore how trauma shapes our capacity for connection and courage, the inner battles we face in our minds, and how they affect peace in our relationships. Helena shares why respect and cherishing are foundational to lasting love, and how the language we use can either create clarity or conflict. We challenge the obsession with red flags and instead invite listeners to live by green flags—those everyday actions that build trust and connection. From regenerative (not just sustainable) relationships to practical ways men and women can better understand and support each other, this conversation offers a fresh, grounded perspective. Plus, we dive into the subtle art of emotional alignment, healthy communication, and leading with integrity in love.
S2 · E17
4 dic 2023
1:41:52

The Cost of Creativity: Rejection, Resilience & Finding Your Path with Jessica Diamond

🎙️ Go In Courage Podcast #16: The Cost of Creativity: Rejection, Resilience & Finding Your Path with Bollywood Violinist Jessica Diamond. In this soul-stirring and vulnerable episode, host Rix Banga sits down with Jessica Diamond — artist, international performer, and one of the UK’s leading Bollywood violinists. Together, they explore the emotional highs and lows of life in the spotlight, how to face rejection without losing heart, and the courage it takes to stay authentic in a world that constantly demands more. Jessica opens up about navigating setbacks, imposter syndrome, and the behind-the-scenes realities of the entertainment industry — from red carpets and royalty to moments of deep personal doubt. This is a conversation about artistry, identity, and choosing to rise again when life throws curveballs.
S2 · E16
23 nov 2023
1:09:14

Exploring Intimacy: Building Stronger Relationships with Katherine Smailis

🎙️ Go In Courage Podcast #15: Exploring Intimacy: Building Stronger Relationships with Katherine Smailis and Rix Banga. In this soul-deep episode of Go In Courage, I’m joined by Katherine Smailis, a holistic wellness practitioner and trauma-informed coach, for a powerful and compassionate conversation about the fear of being seen, and how insecurity holds so many of us back from fully stepping into who we are. Together, we unpack how past experiences shape our self-worth, how people-pleasing often disguises a deep fear of rejection, and what it truly means to feel safe in your own body. Katherine shares her personal journey of unravelling internalised beliefs, reconnecting with herself, and learning to sit with discomfort as part of the healing process. Gain actionable insights to deepen your self-connection, improve relationships, and discover how emotional intelligence transforms lives. If you’ve ever felt “too much,” “not enough,” or scared to be truly known - this episode is for you.
S2 · E15
12 ott 2023
1:41:04

Learning to Pause Before Reacting with Mollie Emberton

🎙️ Go In Courage Podcast #14: Building Emotional Intelligence: Learning to Pause Before Reacting. In this episode of the Go In Courage podcast, I sit down with Mollie Emberton - an artist and deep thinker who opens up about the quiet, consistent courage it takes to face insecurity, navigate emotional struggles, and keep moving forward when life feels heavy. We talk about the power of journaling, letting go of guilt, dealing with emotional overwhelm, and the unseen strength it takes to grow internally while everything around you is still in motion. Mollie shares honestly about working through family challenges, self-doubt, and how she’s learned to check her emotional responses with wisdom and grace. Whether you're feeling stuck, insecure, or simply trying to grow, this conversation will remind you: you don't have to be loud to be brave.
S2 · E14
4 ott 2023
1:03:20

Does Empathy Really Deepen Love, Sex & Intimacy? with Natalie Kazarian

🎙️ Go In Courage Podcast #13: Can Courageous Communication Deepen Love, Sex & Intimacy? with Natalie Kazarian. In this powerful opening episode of the Relationship Series, Rix Banga interviews Natalie Kazarian, a licensed marriage and family therapist based in California, to explore the courage it takes to build emotionally connected, self-aware, and fulfilling relationships. 💬 Based on YOUR real-life questions from Instagram, this deep and wide-ranging conversation covers: Why emotional intimacy is the foundation of a healthy sex life The role of courage and vulnerability in long-term partnerships How to navigate attachment styles (anxious, avoidant, secure) Common relationship myths and why self-awareness is key How to repair broken trust and communicate better Sex, emotional connection, and balancing different needs Signs of unhealthy dynamics and when to seek help The truth about "soulmates" and building a shared life How journaling and movement support emotional health Why couples therapy isn't just for when it's falling apart ✨ Plus: Natalie shares her own journey into therapy, her love of art, the power of empathy, and why your most important relationship is the one you have with yourself.
S2 · E13
19 set 2023
1:47:55

Brave on Stage, Breaking Inside: Identity, Anxiety & Seeking Help with Becca Francis

🎙️ Go In Courage Podcast #12: Brave on Stage, Breaking Inside: Identity, Anxiety & Seeking Help with Becca Francis. In this heartfelt and honest episode, host Rix Banga speaks with Becca Francis - a gifted actress, singer, and dancer who recently performed in Mother Goose with Sir Ian McKellen and John Bishop on London’s West End. But behind the applause and stage lights lies a much deeper story - one of internal battles, anxiety, identity, and emotional courage. Becca opens up about what it’s like to live as “two completely separate people”: thriving onstage while privately struggling with mental health. Together, they explore the hidden emotional cost of creative careers and how to reclaim your voice when it feels like the world, or your own mind, is too loud. 🌟 What You’ll Learn: How performers manage dual identities on and off stage What anxiety and self-doubt can look like behind success Why visibility can feel terrifying — even when it’s your dream The emotional toll of being a sensitive, high-performing artist How to embrace both vulnerability and strength in creative work Navigating fear, expectation & the pressure to keep smiling Becca’s honest insight on healing and hope for others who relate. If you’ve ever questioned your place in the world — especially while chasing your passion — this episode offers a powerful reminder that you’re not alone and your courage matters.
S2 · E12
11 set 2023
1:18:33

Living With Epilepsy, A Mindset of Resilience & Reinvention with Stuart Smith

🎙️ Go In Courage Podcast #11: Living With Epilepsy, A Mindset of Resilience & Reinvention with Stuart Smith. In this raw and revealing episode, host Rix Banga speaks with Stuart Smith, a creative entrepreneur in the design space who’s lived through moments that could have ended everything — including a life-threatening seizure while driving on the M25. What follows is a conversation not just about survival, but about starting again with courage, rebuilding from health scares, handling burnout, and rediscovering a sense of purpose. Stuart opens up about balancing business pressures with personal recovery, what it means to lead with integrity, and how to find clarity in the mess. 🌟 What You’ll Learn How health challenges can trigger deep personal transformation Why vulnerability makes you a stronger entrepreneur What Stuart learned after a near-fatal seizure The emotional toll of burnout, and how to come back from it Courageous leadership through failure and uncertainty Tools and mindset shifts for long-term resilience Whether you're in business, battling burnout, or facing a fresh start, this conversation offers a brave and honest roadmap back to yourself.
S2 · E11
9 lug 2023
1:16:07
Stagione 1

I Started Living with Intention And It Changed My Life, with Micaela Hollins

🎙 Go In Courage Podcast #10: I Started Living with Intention And It Changed My Life. In this episode, host Rix Banga sits down with communications advisor and seasoned traveler Micaela Hollins for a vulnerable and powerful conversation about the quiet kind of courage it takes to show up - even when you're not okay. Speaking from her home on the southern coast of Australia, Micaela opens up about the fear behind brave decisions, the difference between being perceived as strong and actually feeling it, and what it really means to keep going in the face of uncertainty. This is a tender, honest, and beautifully human episode between friends about fear, resilience, identity, and doing the hard things anyway.
S1 · E10
13 mag 2023
1:19:21

Valuing Young People: Leading With Compassion, with Ian Smith

🎙 Go In Courage Podcast #09: Valuing Young People - Leading With Compassion with Ian Smith (CEO of East to West). What does it take to lead with integrity in a world that often values results over relationships? In this heart-centered episode, host Rix Banga sits down with Ian Smith, CEO of youth charity East to West, for a gentle but powerful conversation about leadership, faith, compassion, and emotional resilience. From working in the Inland Revenue to walking alongside vulnerable young people, Ian shares how his view of people (and himself) changed over time. This is a story of transformation through kindness. Ian opens up about the quiet courage it takes to show up for others every day, especially when you're holding their pain. You’ll hear about navigating burnout, redefining success, and why caring deeply is not a weakness but a strength we need more of.
S1 · E9
17 apr 2023
1:02:12
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