Listen "Corporate Life vs. Full-Time Creative Pursuit (feat. Parmita Chakrabarti) - Episode 9"
Episode Synopsis
Welcome to Episode 9 of Everywhere We Belong. We particularly enjoyed this one, as Parmita's take on life is a very unique one. Her NRI story and insights on creativity, finance in the midst of transition (from Canada to India; Schneider Electric to being self-employed) and thoughts on general direction in life are sure to be of value to all listeners. Enjoy. (00:00) Introduction to Parmita Chakrabarti(01:42) Cultural Reflections on Abu Dhabi(03:51) Transitioning to India: A Cultural Shift(06:22) Experiencing Boarding School in India(07:08) University Life in Canada(09:20) Career Beginnings at Schneider Electric(10:03) Navigating the Corporate World(12:08) Financial Independence and Budgeting(21:51) Budgeting and Saving(24:40) Influences of Family on Financial Habits(28:14) The Impact of Growing Up in a Musical Household(29:56) Financial Decisions: Accounts and Investments(32:32) Real Estate: Her Journey of Property Ownership(34:13) Leaving Corporate Life(39:28) Artistry and Expression; Creative Path(40:19) The Art of Keeping Ideas Close(41:14) Finding Your True Path(42:02) Embracing Change and Evolution(42:53) Understanding Indian Culture in the West(52:57) Navigating Competition and Personal Space(53:00) The Dichotomy of Urban and Rural Interactions(56:00) Cultural Perceptions of Safety and Freedom(59:33) The Search for Belonging in a Globalised World(01:03:53) Embracing Identity and Acceptance(01:06:13) The Power of Choice in Reactions(01:07:42) The Constant of Creativity(01:10:39) Navigating the Relationship with Art(01:14:18) The Healing Journey of Creation(01:18:25) Intuition vs. Logic in Life Decisions(01:19:48) Reflections on Life Choices and Regrets