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From Caving In To Crushing ItAuthor: Drew Deraney
Hello and welcome to From Caving In To Crushing It Podcast. Im Drew Deraney. I'm passionate about helping men overcome adversity. I've been through a lot. Ive got the uncanny knack of encountering multiple top life stressors simultaneously. If you want to find out more about me, my story and what my work is about, go to ProfitCompassion.com. Come along to one of our Open House calls and see what our Men Supporting Men Collaboration Tribe is all about. In this podcast, I interview men whove been through so much in their lives and have come through stronger. They share their story about how they have overcome adversity and learned to know their worth and stand their ground. So, relax, breathe, and welcome to the show. Enjoy. Language: en Genres: Education, Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Episode 181 - Vinni Taneja - She Reached the Top—Then Vinni Taneja Heard the Call to Walk Away
Episode 181
Sunday, 5 April, 2026
This episode: She Reached the Top—Then Vinni Taneja Heard the Call to Walk Away. Here’s what you’ll learn about: Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast (0:00) Host Drew Deraney introduces the podcast, emphasizing the linear nature of life and how external circumstances can derail it. Drew categorizes people into three types: those who don't see adversity, those who see it as a barrier, and those who see it as an opportunity. He introduces Guest Vinni Taneja, categorizing her as someone who sees adversity as an opportunity and takes massive action. Vinni Taneja is invited to share her defining moments and how they impacted her personally and professionally. Vinni's Early Life and Defining Moments (1:40) Vinni shares that at 16, she heard a voice in her room, which she interpreted as the voice of God. Her father's illness in 2006 was a major defining moment, forcing him into retirement and prompting her to reevaluate her life. Vinni reached the pinnacle of her career as a chief people officer but felt it didn't align with her values and soul's purpose. She decided to leave her corporate job in New York City and pursue her true calling, inspired by her father's illness and her own research into holistic methods. Vinni's Journey from Corporate to Holistic Life (3:29) Vinni explains her transition from a corporate career to pursuing holistic health, including becoming a vegetarian and studying nutrition. She describes her deep dive into research and her decision to attend nutrition school in 2010. Vinni's father's illness and her mother's deterioration as a caretaker inspired her to break the cycle of hard work and pursue a more fulfilling life. She shares her experiences of being a trailblazer in discussing GMOs and other health issues before they became mainstream. Vinni's Support System and Career Change (5:52) Vinni discusses her supportive husband and family, who understood her passion for health and wellness. She explains her career path, starting with accounting due to family expectations, and eventually transitioning to HR and recruiting. Vinni describes the challenges of leaving her corporate job and the support she received from her mother, who encouraged her to prioritize her health. She shares her decision to leave her job and pursue her true calling, inspired by her father's journey and her own research. Establishing Chakra Wellness (10:10) Vinni talks about her decision to incorporate her wellness business, Chakra Wellness, and her journey over the past seven years. She describes the services she offers, including chakra balancing, sound healing, and yoga certification. Vinni shares a story about helping two stressed women through personalized sound healing and chakra balancing. She emphasizes the importance of self-care and how her business helps others achieve a balanced and healthy life. Vinni's Services and Techniques (15:11) Vinni explains the concept of chakras and how they relate to energy centers in the body. She describes the difference between Reiki and chakra healing, and how she uses sound healing to balance energy centers. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introducing Vinnie Taneja(00:03:19) - What Is The Defining Moment in Your Life?(00:06:56) - Tamzin on Becoming Vegetarian at 16(00:10:59) - How to start a holistic business with a husband(00:12:16) - How did you get into accounting?(00:14:45) - "If Dad hadn't gotten sick..."(00:16:33) - How I Left My Corporate Job to Do Yoga(00:20:14) - Chakra Wellness: Does It Feel Like a Business?(00:23:35) - What is Yoga?(00:25:19) - Chakra Wellbeing(00:27:48) - Do You Do Energy Clearings For Homes?(00:29:36) - The Most Challenging Client(00:31:42) - Breath Work(00:37:22) - Qigong Healing: All the Truths(00:38:35) - Sound HEALING and Qigong(00:43:24) - Adventures in Giving Advice to Kids(00:44:15) - Vinnie on Advice For Young Businesswomen(00:45:13) - Vinny on Acting(00:45:37) - Living the Life You Want to Live
