Hacks and Hobbies with Junaid Ahmed

Serial Entrepreneur & Coach on Turning Bankruptcy into a Reboot (Resilience, Rituals & Radical Self-Love)

July 28, 2026·40 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Key takeaways: Bankruptcy as a pivot, not a full stop — how Marianne framed the filing day as “the moment I could move forward.” Two daily practices that change everything: journaling (gratitude + “I love myself”) and meditation/Kundalini yoga. Practical rebuild moves: leverage people skills into new careers — banking, mortgages, recruiting, real estate. Self-care as a strategic asset: boundaries, sleep, and scheduled unplugging to protect creative energy. Get a coach — why an external guide fast-tracks recovery and keeps you in integrity when grief or shame show up. Timestamps (5–7 highlights with enticing labels): 0:00 — Opening: Why bankruptcy became Marianne’s “reboot” (the moment that changed everything) 3:34 — What led to bankruptcy: the hidden financial load and the decision to file 7:49 — The day of signing: the emotional release and the “I’m done” turning point 13:12 — First steps to rebuild: banking, mortgages and finding new revenue streams 21:33 — Resilience rituals: journaling, meditation and the power of “I love myself” 24:06 — New projects & purpose: wellness expos, anti-trafficking work and matchmaking ideas 32:01 — Practical advice for listeners: two immediate actions to start your comeback Guest links and ways to connect: Email: spiritualtouch11@gmail.com Facebook: Marianne Page LinkedIn: (search Marianne Pagin) Instagram: (search Marianne Page / Marianne Pagin) Book by guest: Self Empowerment Reset (Dr. Marianne Pagin) — reference in episode Recommended influences mentioned: A Return to Love (Marianne Williamson); Think and Grow Rich (coaching umbrella referenced) If you’re rebuilding anything — business, relationships, finances — Marianne’s story is a guide and a gut-check. This episode is a practical emotional toolkit: file the grief, pick up the pen, and build the next chapter with intention. 🎙 Wanna be a guest? Apply on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/hacksandhobbies📖 Home Studio resources: https://homestudiobook.com🔗 LI: https://linkedin.com/in/superjunaid Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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