Ep #37: Why Your Business Needs a Better Relationship With You
The Cycle Breaker Podcast
Your relationship with yourself is the foundation of your business — and today, we’re diving into why. In this solo episode, Sukhi shares a personal (and surprisingly funny) story that reminded her just how powerful self-talk, self-trust, and emotional regulation are — especially for first-gen women of color navigating business. If you've ever caught yourself being your own worst critic, this episode will help you shift your perspective and build the resilience required to keep showing up. Whether you're just starting your business or facing doubt on your journey, this one’s for you....
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Ep #36: Spring Cleaning for Your Mindset—And Your Business
The Cycle Breaker Podcast
How we show up in one area of life is often how we show up everywhere. Even if we think we’re compartmentalizing, our brains and bodies witness our patterns all day long. In this episode, we’re doing a different kind of spring cleaning—taking inventory of the way we show up in our work, relationships, and personal growth. Join me as we explore: ✨ Why our habits in one area of life spill into others ✨ A self-reflection exercise to check in on alignment ✨ How small shifts can create a ripple effect in your confidence and success This isn’t about quitting your job or making drastic...
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Ep #35: Breaking Free from Survival Mode
The Cycle Breaker Podcast
For so many first-generation women of color, survival mode isn’t just a phase—it’s a way of life. We grew up navigating uncertainty, carrying family responsibilities, and always being on guard. Even when we finally build stability, it still feels unsafe to slow down. In this episode, we explore: ✔️ Why survival mode feels impossible to let go of—even when it's no longer necessary ✔️ How cultural and generational conditioning keep us stuck in overwork and urgency ✔️ The emotional weight of attaching our worth to productivity ✔️ Practical steps to feel safe resting,...
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Ep #34: Balancing Dualities: The Intersection of Womanhood and Entrepreneurship
The Cycle Breaker Podcast
Are you a first-gen woman of color feeling the pressure to heal before launching your business? You don’t have to wait any longer. In today’s episode of The Cycle Breaker Podcast, Sukhi Kaur shares why the idea of needing to be “ready” before taking bold action in your business is a myth. As we approach International Women’s Day, Sukhi reflects on the emotional duality many of us feel—honoring the struggles of those before us while striving to create a new path for ourselves. This episode focuses on how to overcome self-doubt, work through limiting beliefs, and take small steps...
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Ep #33: When Life Pauses Your Business: How to Bounce Back Stronger
The Cycle Breaker Podcast
Entrepreneurship isn’t just about strategy—it’s about resilience. But what happens when life throws something unexpected your way, and you have to step back from your business? Whether it's health, family, or personal challenges, knowing how to pause without guilt and return with confidence is key. In this episode, I’m sharing my own experience of stepping away, what I learned about rest vs. resistance, and how to bounce back without burnout. If you’ve ever struggled with feeling behind after a break, this is for you. What You'll Learn: 🔹 Why stepping away doesn’t mean you’ve...
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Ep #32: How to Redefine Your Role in Family Dynamics as a Cycle Breaker
The Cycle Breaker Podcast
Welcome to The Cycle Breaker Podcast! In this episode, I share my personal experience of navigating shifting family dynamics as a first-generation woman of color. Over time, I’ve learned to move away from the roles of peacemaker and people-pleaser, embracing my true identity as a cycle breaker. I’ll talk about the discomfort of stepping into this role, how it impacts relationships, and why it’s a necessary part of owning your passions and paving your unique path. If you’ve ever felt out of place in your family or questioned your role, this episode will help you find clarity and courage...
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Ep #31: Reframing Humility: Why First-Gen Women of Color Must Celebrate Wins in Business
The Cycle Breaker Podcast
In this episode of The Cycle Breaker Podcast, I explore how the deeply ingrained “stay humble” mindset affects first-generation women of color entrepreneurs and their ability to celebrate success and take up space in their business journeys. We’ll dive into: The cultural and generational roots of staying humble and how they show up in business. How avoiding celebrating your wins and downplaying achievements holds you back. Practical steps to create self-awareness, celebrate your successes, and redefine humility for growth. This conversation will help you reframe humility into a mindset...
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Ep #30: How to Use Jealousy to Your Advantage in Business
The Cycle Breaker Podcast
Jealousy—it’s a word that often carries shame, especially for first-generation women of color navigating the entrepreneurial world. But what if this “taboo” emotion could actually become one of your greatest tools for growth? In this episode, I’m diving deep into how jealousy shows up in business, why it’s entirely normal to feel it, and—most importantly—how to use it as a catalyst for self-awareness and transformation. Together, we’ll explore: How cultural conditioning fuels the shame around jealousy. Why comparing yourself to others often triggers self-doubt and inaction....
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Ep #29: My Coaching Client POV with Summer
The Cycle Breaker Podcast
In this episode, I sit down with my client, Summer, who shares her powerful journey of transformation through coaching. A first-generation Chinese Australian and corporate professional, Summer reveals how coaching helped her navigate burnout, negotiate a promotion, and step into entrepreneurship. We explore: The impact of cultural expectations on first-gen women of color in business. How coaching differs from therapy in tackling career and business challenges. Overcoming self-doubt and taking bold steps in business. Practical strategies for salary negotiation, real estate investments, and...
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Ep #28: Guilt, Growth & Business with Sahaj Kohli
The Cycle Breaker Podcast
In this episode, Sukhi Kaur talks to Sahaj Kohli, therapist, founder of Brown Girl Therapy, and author of But What Will People Say?. They explore the unique challenges first-gen women of color face when starting and growing heart-led businesses, particularly the cultural guilt and self-doubt that often hold us back. Topics include: Navigating the tension between cultural expectations and personal growth. Overcoming guilt about outgrowing traditional paths and family expectations. How to embrace risk, self-advocacy, and the entrepreneurial journey. Sahaj’s insights on first-gen success and...
info_outlineThis episode delves deep into the intricacies of mindset and success, particularly focusing on the upper limit of achievement and the role of ownership in one's journey. Host, Sukhi Kaur, a mindset coach, emphasizes the importance of not only setting goals but also preparing oneself mentally to accept and embrace success. Drawing from personal experiences and coaching expertise, she highlights the common struggles, particularly among women of color, in owning their achievements and overcoming Imposter Syndrome. Throughout the episode, listeners are guided through practical techniques, such as the thought ladder method, to gradually shift limiting beliefs and cultivate a mindset conducive to experiencing and embracing success.
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