The Literature Lounge
The Literature Lounge, hosted by Mohua Chinappa is a popular podcast series dedicated to the world of books and the brilliant minds behind them. Through exclusive conversations, we uncover how authors craft captivating stories, thought-provoking essays, insightful biographies, provocative prose and poetry that spark possibilities within us.
From dreaming big to breaking conventions, each episode explores books that ignite fresh ideas – one page at a time. If you love literature, you’ll feel right at home here.
The Literature Lounge
Define Your Orbit: A Framework for Intentional Living
In this thought-provoking episode, Manish Panchal reflects on his writing journey and the powerful ideas behind his book Define Your Orbit. Drawing from decades of experience in business, consulting, and mentoring, he shares how the book emerged from a deep desire to help individuals lead intentional, meaningful lives by defining their own paths.
Manish breaks down the core premise of the book: that each of us operates within a unique ‘orbit’ shaped by our purpose, choices, and self-awareness. Through anecdotes, practical frameworks, and soul-searching questions, he encourages listeners to pause, reflect, and align their daily actions with their deeper goals.
This episode is a contemplative invitation to redefine success, embrace authenticity, and live a life of deliberate design. A must-listen for anyone standing at the crossroads of career, purpose, or self-discovery.
Chapters
00:00 Highlights
01:04 Introduction
02:11 Inspiration Behind 'Define Your Orbit'
09:42 Understanding the Hierarchy of Aspirations
16:12 Life Fulfillment and Blind Spots
20:57 FOMO and the Fast Forward Generation
25:02 The Power of Copying Shamelessly
27:58 Helicopter Parenting and Its Implications
32:27 Addressing Toxic Positivity
35:41 Future Plans and Contributions
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Manish Panchal
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Book Link
Define Your Orbit:
https://www.amazon.in/Define-Paperback-Manish-Panchal-Binding/dp/9389058260
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