Hidden Mentality

How To Become Financially Free In Your 20s Even If You’re Broke - Lillian Zhang | #28

What if your “money problem” isn’t laziness—but a short-term, TikTok-fuelled mindset quietly killing your long-term future? In this episode, Lillian breaks down the biggest Gen Z money myth: chasing quick wins instead of building a 5–10 year plan. We talk about why old-school boomer advice doesn’t fully fit today’s world (AI, meme coins, post-COVID jobs), and how to balance learning vs doing so your skills, internships, and network actually turn into future income.You’ll learn how to think about student loans, your first salary, big-ticket costs like rent and cars, and the difference between “luck” and real long-term investing. Lillian explains compounding in both money and habits, and why building a personal brand might be one of your most powerful financial moves. If you’ve ever felt behind, overwhelmed, or stuck, this episode gives you a simple roadmap to grow your skills, income, and confidence—without comparing your step one to someone else’s step 100.Lillian is a first-gen Asian American author, financial and career educator, media entrepreneur, and tech marketer based in San Francisco. As the author of The New Money Rules: The Gen Z Guide to Personal Finance, Lillian turns her lived experience—figuring out money, career, and wealth from scratch—into clear, actionable guidance for the next generation.Lillian Socials:https://www.instagram.com/bylillianzhanghttp://tiktok.com/@lillianzhang_https://www.linkedin.com/in/lillianzhang1/http://youtube.com/lillianytGET THE BOOK 📖:https://lillianzhang.com/bookReach Out: https://www.instagram.com/rishikurada/ Intro Song Credits: Song: Cartoon, Jéja - On & On (feat. Daniel Levi) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/onandon Watch: http://youtu.be/K4DyBUG242c https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LohNAtR5av4 - Instrumental

How Porn Hijacks Your Mind (And How to Take It Back) - Sathiya Sam #27

What if quitting porn isn’t about willpower, but rewiring your brain? In this episode, coach and researcher Sathiya Sam breaks down how porn hijacks your mind like “digital cocaine,” why moderation fails, and the hidden withdrawal that keeps men stuck. We cover the real roots of addiction—emotional immaturity, trauma, and core beliefs—and the tools that actually work: journaling, inner-child work, and mirror therapy. You’ll learn how to track progress the right way, recover from setbacks without spiraling, and swap cheap dopamine for confidence, connection, and purpose. Whether you’re single or in a relationship, this episode gives you a clear path to reclaim your mind and identity—and break free for good.Sathiya Sam is a former university researcher turned pastor, now a leading coach, speaker, and author helping men break free from addiction. After overcoming his own 15-year porn addiction, he founded DeepClean™ and the Liberated Man programs—supporting over 10,000 men in reclaiming their purpose, marriages, and faith. He hosts The Man Within Podcast and is dedicated to helping men transform their inner world and live with integrity.Sathiya Socials: https://www.sathiyasam.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sathiyamesam/ https://ca.linkedin.com/in/sathiya-sam-237120139Book: https://www.amazon.com.au/Last-Relapse-Potential-Intimacy-Addiction/dp/1777831407Reach Out: https://www.instagram.com/rishikurada/Intro Song Credits: Song: Cartoon, Jéja - On & On (feat. Daniel Levi) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/onandon Watch: http://youtu.be/K4DyBUG242c https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LohNAtR5av4 - Instrumental href="https://www.vecteezy.com/free-videos/online" Online Stock Videos by Vecteezy

The Truth About Self Improvement Habits... | #26

I break down five of the most talked-about habits — waking up at 5AM, journaling, reading a book every week, digital detoxes, and quitting alcohol — and ask a straightforward question: do they actually work? No gurus. No buzzwords. Just honest thoughts on what really helps you grow.0:00 Intro1:39 Waking Up at 5 AM9:20 Journaling19:54 Reading Every Week28:04 Digital Detoxes33:36 No AlcoholFollow the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5sAxaKJBGFCcvWSfBUGGm6?si=3ce7bf76affc4fb8 Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hidden-mentality/id1776474114Reach Out: https://www.instagram.com/rishikurada/Intro Song Credits: Song: Cartoon, Jéja - On & On (feat. Daniel Levi) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/onandon Watch: http://youtu.be/K4DyBUG242c https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LohNAtR5av4 - Instrumental

The REAL TRUTH About IKIGAI: Japan’s Secret to Fulfilment - Nick Kemp | #25

What if you’ve been searching for a purpose using a broken map? In this episode, we unpack how the Western world misunderstood Ikigai—and why the viral Venn diagram is more harmful than helpful. We explore how Ikigai is actually a feeling—one rooted in small joys, meaningful roles, and being present with what matters. Why do so many people confuse money with meaning? How can we build roles that align with our values rather than external validation? And what happens when we turn purpose into a productivity trap? You’ll walk away with a clearer, more grounded understanding of what gives life meaning. Whether it’s through craft, connection, or contribution, this conversation will help you redefine success on your own terms—and start noticing where fulfilment already lives in your day.Nick Kemp is a leading Ikigai researcher and educator who has spent over four years studying the concept full-time. He hosts the Ikigai Tribe podcast and works closely with Japan’s top Ikigai scholars to debunk Western myths and teach the true cultural meaning of Ikigai.Nick Socials: https://au.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-kemp-author https://ikigaitribe.com/ikigai-coach/ https://ikigaikan.com/author/Reach Out: https://www.instagram.com/rishikurada/Intro Song Credits: Song: Cartoon, Jéja - On & On (feat. Daniel Levi) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/onandon Watch: http://youtu.be/K4DyBUG242c https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LohNAtR5av4 - Instrumental

The Hidden Crisis Destroying a Generation of Men - Tommy Halkyard | #24

Why are young men struggling more than ever—with no one talking about it? In this episode, we expose the real data behind why young men are struggling more than ever. Why are men earning less, dating less, and losing purpose in a world that's easier than ever? Tommy and I dive into what’s driving this quiet collapse—and how to fight back. We break down the three pillars of modern masculinity—resources, health, and relationships—and the real-life steps to build them. From the role of mentorship to the hidden power of third places, this episode gives you a tactical playbook to build confidence, attract real relationships, and reclaim your identity in a distracted world.Tommy Halkyard is the director of Content for Ben Meer. He is also the author of Dear Younger Me (newsletter where he shares one piece of actionable learning from apprenticing under Ben)Tommy Socials:linkedin.com/in/tommy-halkyardtommyhalkyard@gmail.comhttps://tommys-newsletter-7a5071.beehiiv.com/subscribeReach Out: https://www.instagram.com/rishikurada/Intro Song Credits: Song: Cartoon, Jéja - On & On (feat. Daniel Levi) [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/onandon Watch: http://youtu.be/K4DyBUG242c https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LohNAtR5av4 - Instrumental