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Ep. 5: Amir Karkouti - Mind Your Thoughts

February 19, 2020 • Jay Wick • Episode 5

On this episode Jay chats with longtime friend Amir Karkouti. Amir is a master certified, transformative coach who has spent over 10 years as an advisor and mentor to fortune 500 CEO’s, military men and women, and anyone who is looking to get more out of themselves and their lives. Amir is also an author of several books, and the owner of a chain of restaurants called Surf Brother’s Teriyaki. Jay and Amir get into a conversation about Amir’s experience coming to the United States from Iran at a very young age, and how those early experiences had an impact on the work he does today. Amir also candidly discusses his reaction to a commonly known medication which led to bouts of severe fatigue, depression and ultimately thoughts of suicide. Through all of this, Amir discusses the philosophy that is at the center of his work with others, and how his own understanding of these principals helped him manage his own distress.

Amir Karkouti:
https://www.amirkarkouti.com

Amir's books on Amazon

Other resources:

Mindfulness Meditation Blog

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

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