What if real rest isn’t found at a luxury resort? In this episode, we explore Shukubo—Japan’s centuries-old temple lodging tradition—and why a night in a Buddhist monastery changed the way I think about burnout, stillness, and slowing down.

In this deeply personal episode, I share an honest conversation about grief, loss, and learning to live after losing someone you love. After losing my grandfather and my grandmother, I reflect on how grief doesn’t disappear—but slowly learns to live alongside us.

We talk about the power of speaking their names, creating small rituals, journaling, music, memory, and finding comfort in everyday moments. I also share stories from a global grief community and the lessons loss has quietly taught me about love, mystery, and living fully.

If you’re grieving, healing, or simply trying to breathe through difficult days, this episode is for you. You’re not alone.

My podcast, Urban Living with Suwarna, is available on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Pocket Casts, and all major podcast platforms.

And if you’d like to talk, ask questions, or share your experience, I’m always a message away. You can reach me on Instagram @suwarna_joshi_podcast or email me at ⁠⁠⁠suwarnajoshi1515@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠.

Blood tests aren’t just numbers on a report - they’re quiet messages from your body.
In this episode of Urban Living with Suwarna, we break down the most important blood tests every adult should understand, especially in your 20s and 30s.

From CBC, liver and kidney panels, blood sugar and insulin, cholesterol, inflammation markers, thyroid, hormones, gut health, iron, vitamins, and minerals - this episode explains what to test, why it matters, and what symptoms to watch for.

No medical jargon. No fear. Just clear, practical guidance to help you understand your health before small imbalances turn into bigger problems.
Because real self-care starts with awareness.

My podcast, Urban Living with Suwarna, is available on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Pocket Casts, and all major podcast platforms.

Tune in, stay empowered, and let’s continue building a healthier, more informed life together.

And if you’d like to talk, ask questions, or share your experience, I’m always a message away. You can reach me on Instagram @suwarna_joshi_podcast or email me at ⁠⁠suwarnajoshi1515@gmail.com⁠⁠.