<p><em>When have you felt like an outsider? And when have you felt like you truly belonged?</em></p><br><p><br></p><p>Today’s SUPERHUMAN storyteller, Raj Aggarwal, reveals to us our shared need for belonging. And how, if we’re outcasted or made to feel “other,” it can impact the course of our life. Raj shares how he initially found an unexpected sense of connection amongst a tribe of addicts. However, after a spiritual journey, he ultimately discovers his true addiction is in being in service to others.</p><br><p><br></p><p>Listen, absorb, and explore how you see yourself in Raj’s story.</p><br><p>Then share.</p><br><p><strong>Trigger Warnings</strong>: addiction, racial disparity, social alienation, isolation </p><p><strong>Emotional Themes</strong>: belonging, honesty, identity, friendship, tribalism, self-love, hope, gratitude, positivity, determination, persistence, resilience, ambition, uncertainty, coping, shame, adapting, support, fear, anger, rejection, discovery, curiosity</p><br><p>SUPERHUMANS is intended for mature audiences. Stories are raw and real. Do not consider this medical advice. Please consult with a health professional should you need medical attention.</p><br><p>Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: 1-800-662-4357</p><br><p>National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255</p><p>Help is available 24 hours a day.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>STORYTELLER BIO:</strong></p><p>Raj Aggarwal lives his life looking through the lens of equity. In 1999, Raj founded Provoc, a certified B-Corporation that envisions a world where every progressive organization achieves its mission. Over twenty years of experience as a communications and technology strategist, he has worked with more than 400 nonprofits and socially responsible businesses on a variety of projects including internal and external branding, marketing and customer engagement. Raj keeps Provoc rooted in empathy-driven work by forging partnerships with values-aligned, visionary leaders and has led workshops and talks at dozens of national conferences. He serves on the boards of Think Local First, DC and Ben’s Chili Bowl Foundation, and shares his story with the knowing that vulnerability opens up space for safety, trust and true human connection.</p><br><p><br></p><br><p><strong>SHOWNOTES:</strong></p><p>Raj Aggarwal: <a href="https://provoc.me/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajaggarwal/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> </p><p>NPR: <a href="https://wamu.org/story/14/11/21/heroin_abuse_sucks_recovering_addict_tells_his_tale/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">‘"Heroin Abuse Sucks’: Recovering Addict Tells His Tale"</a></p><p>Provoc.me: <a href="https://provoc.me/vulnerability-in-business/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">"Vulnerability in Business"</a></p><br><p><br></p><br><p><strong>CONNECT WITH SUPERHUMANS:</strong></p><ul><li>Dr. G and Pamela want to hear from you. </li><li>SUPERHUMANS: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/superhumans.health/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.wellplayed.health/superhumans/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Newsletter</a> | <a href="https://www.wellplayed.health/superhumans/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.wellplayed.health/yourstory/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pitch Us Your Story</a></li><li>Email: [email protected]</li><li>Get involved with <a href="https://www.wellplayed.health/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Well Played</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH THE CREATORS:</strong></p><ul><li>Dr. G (Gautam Gulati): <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drgautamgulati/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gautamgulati/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/drgautamgulati" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/drgautamgulati" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://drgautamgulati.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website</a> | <a href="https://mailchi.mp/drgautamgulati/subscribe" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Newsletter</a></li><li>Pamela Rothenberg: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pamela.are/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelarothenberg/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/pamelaprr" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.ihearyoupodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.ihearyoupodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Newsletter</a></li></ul><p><br></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>HOW CAN I SUPPORT SUPERHUMANS?</strong></p><p>Tell Your Friends & Share Online!</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Subscribe & Review</strong>: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/superhumans/id1544706431" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> | <a href="about:blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a> | <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/show/superhumans" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Stitcher</a> | <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5hY2FzdC5jb20vcHVibGljL3Nob3dzL3N1cGVyaHVtYW5z?sa=X&ved=0CBQQ27cFahcKEwjow5TujoTuAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a></p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Become a Sponso</strong>r: [email protected] </p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>SHOW CREDITS:</strong></p><p>Executive Producer & Show Co-Creator - <a href="https://drgautamgulati.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Dr. Gautam Gulati</strong></a></p><p>Senior Producer & Show Co-Creator - <a href="https://www.ihearyoupodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Pamela Rothenberg</strong></a></p><p>Sound Design & Mixing - <a href="http://www.robspeight.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Rob Speight</strong></a></p><p>Audio Engineer - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaywujunyow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Jay Wujun Yow</strong></a></p><p>Community & Content Manager - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarabhikha/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Tara Bhikha</strong></a></p><p>Original Theme Music Composition - <a href="https://www.diplomacymusic.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Daniel Brunelle</strong></a></p><p>Strategic Advisor - <a href="https://open.acast.com/shows/5fd07cc3d6eb7c1332d58d4f/episodes/markbrandinc.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Mark Brand</strong></a></p><p>Strategic Advisor - 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