Emotional Health and High Achievers: A Journey to Balance with Dr. Karthik Ramanan

12 O’Clock High, an award-winning podcast on business leadership, brings together stories from history, the arts, sports and movies, research, and current events to consider leadership lessons. Tom takes a solo turn to visit with Dr. Karthik Ramanan (Dr. K), a licensed naturopathic physician specializing in emotional health for entrepreneurs and executives. Dr. K shares his professional background and insights into emotional health, defining it as the absence of disease and the ability to identify, process, and act upon emotions. He introduces his book, ‘The Emotionally Healthy You,’ and discusses his unique writing process. The discussion is about the five pillars of emotional health: psychology, relationships, nutrition, sleep, and body movement. Dr. K emphasizes the importance of morning routines, maintaining a sense of purpose, and balancing high achievement with emotional resilience. Key highlights: Emotional Health and Mentorship Defining Emotional Health The Five Pillars of Emotional Health Balancing High Achievement and Emotional Well-being Finding Purpose and Mentorship Resources: Instagram: @dr.karthikramanan LinkedIn: Dr. Karthik Ramanan X (Twitter): @drkramanan YouTube: Dr. Karthik Ramanan Channel Facebook: Dr. Karthik Ramanan Website  Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices