Society & Culture
Ever found yourself lying awake at night, replaying conversations that never happened or imagining worst-case scenarios that don’t exist? Welcome to the club—we call it worry. And let’s be honest, it’s one of humanity’s favorite pastimes.
In this episode of We Are Listening!, host Pulkit Garg sits down with Michael Kohan, an ICF Certified Life Coach, to break down three life-changing themes: why we worry and how to stop, mastering emotional intelligence, and reframing self-criticism.
Michael shares his own bold journey of leaving a high-paying career in New York real estate to follow a spiritual path that led him to yoga, coaching, and eventually founding The Elevate Life Project. Along the way, he’s navigated external judgment, financial uncertainty, and the pitfalls of perfectionism—and he’s here to share what truly works when life feels overwhelming.
From the dangers of maladaptive perfectionism to the constant trap of social comparison, Michael explains how self-criticism can either serve as a compass for growth or a cage that keeps us stuck. He draws a clear line between self-confidence and self-esteem, and shows us why building inner worth is more reliable than chasing external trophies.
Expect raw truths: life is hard, money does drive worry, and social media amplifies negativity. But also expect empowering solutions—how to view worry as a “check engine light,” how emotional intelligence differentiates coaches (and humans), and how resilience comes from balancing both the shadow and the light within us.
If you’ve ever struggled with overthinking, self-doubt, or the pressure to “have it all,” this conversation will give you both clarity and comfort.
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