Episode notes
What do TEDx talks with millions of views, medical leadership during a global pandemic, and squirrels have in common? Meet Dr. Ravi Iyer — internist, educator, viral speaker, and passionate advocate for neurodiversity and meaningful human connection.
In this episode, Adrienne goes no prep needed with Dr. Iyer, uncovering:
- 🧠 The truth behind "performance mentality" and how to build mental muscle
- 🎯 The power of focus in an age of distraction (yes, even with ADHD!)
- 📚 The story behind his TED talk takedown (and comeback!)
- 🌍 How his Education Without Borders and iFLY programs are changing student lives
- ✍️ Why eating the menu (instead of the meal) is how most people live — and how to stop
Get ready to laugh, learn, and possibly rethink everything you know about ...
Keywords
Dr. Ravi Iyer, TEDx speaker, viral TED talks, focus and attention, performance mentality, ADHD and focus, internal medicine, Education Without Borders, iFLY student program, neurodiversity in business, TED talk controversy, art of grounded leadership