Highest Version
Welcome to the Highest Version Podcast, the podcast dedicated to guiding you on a transformative journey toward mental wellness, personal growth, and becoming the highest version of yourself. Each week, we delve into the principles of mental health, personal development, and self-improvement through engaging conversations with people in my network.
Join us as we explore inspiring stories to help you overcome obstacles, cultivate resilience, and unlock your fullest potential. Whether you're seeking to improve your mental well-being, develop new habits, or simply find motivation, Highest Version offers encouragement to help you rise above challenges and achieve your dreams.
Subscribe now and start your journey toward a more empowered, fulfilled, and authentic you. Let's fall in love with the process of getting better everyday and become the highest version of ourselves!
Episodes
42 episodes
EP 41 – Healing Takes Time | Jen Tan
TW: Mentions of depression and self-harm thoughtsThis episode is a heavy one. I sit down with an old friend of mine, Jen Tan, who experienced family troubles at a young age and up until her college years. After having enough, Jen took l...
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EP 40 – Getting COMFORTABLE with Being Uncomfortable | Pete Summers
Get hyped because we have PETE SUMMERS on the podcast. This is an episode that is overall filled with growth. I got sit down with the Boston-based DJ and music producer to hear about his story on how he came up in the industry and the lessons h...
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EP 39 – How to Excel in the Workplace and Career | Mickey Kwong
In this episode, I had the pleasure of connecting with Mickey Kwong, who’s a world traveler and is an expertise in navigating growth in your career. No setback or failure has stopped Mickey from going after what he truly wants which are to trav...
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EP 38 – How to Be Grateful For How Far You Come and Strive for More | Daniel Huang
In this episode, I dive deep with one of my great college friends to understand more of his life and what he was passionate about. From leaning into his Taiwanese culture to having a passion for teaching, Daniel always wanted to help everyone a...
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1:30:52
EP 37 – How to Not Take Life So Seriously and Enjoy It Fully | Jon Hill
In this episode, I dive deep into Jon Hill’s story of the car accident that stripped him of the one thing he was super passionate about, running. We dive deep into his comeback mentally and how he can express it in other ways. In addition, Jon ...
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EP 36 – How to START Your Fitness Journey | Steven Chen
In this episode, I got to sit down with my online fitness coach, Steven Chen, and discuss the journey of accomplishing fitness goals. Everyone starts a fitness goal and then drops it 3 months after the new year. How can we prevent that from hap...
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EP 35 – How to be Okay With Starting Over Again | Pirak Som
From dropping out of school to finding his true passion, Pirak Som is paving a whole new path for himself. He was able to find this new profound passion for health and wellness after suffering injuries and realizing his initial path for compute...
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EP 34 – How to Make Anxiety Seem Less SCARY | Nick Desrocher
I got to sit down with one of my hometown friends, Nick Desrocher, as he shares with us his relationship with anxiety for decades now! From acknowledging it to finding the right mechanisms that work best for him, Nick has immersed himself in un...
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EP 33 – How to Do Things on Your Own Timeline | Peter Lorn
This was an episode filled with tears but also filled with much much laughter. I invited a good friend of mine, Peter Lorn, on the podcast to discuss his story on how he manages the loss of his mother at an early age and how that has shaped him...
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EP 32 – How to FIND What You Enjoy Doing in Life | Li Chen
What an episode to unpack! I sit down with my friend, Li Chen, who changed his career trajectory from actuary to becoming a biostatistician. The turning point in his life took place during a profound experience, which made him see whole new out...
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EP 31 – How to Build Growth Within Yourself and Your Relationship | Zach Aglugub
In this episode, we welcome back our very first guest on the podcast, Zachary Aglugub! We catch up with Zach as he and his wife are expecting a new baby boy and discuss how that has changed his life! As we all know, Zach is continuing his journ...
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EP 30 – How to Execute Your Passion & Live Life as a DJ | Brendan Lau
In this episode we dive into the mind of a DJ and how they are giving groove to your local club…or local fried chicken shop or rooftop or coffee café. I sit down with Brendan Lau a.k.a DJ Breadman to learn about his music journey and his mindse...
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1:39:15
EP 29 - How To Take Challenges and Turn Them into Opportunity | Connie Ong
In this episode, we dive into the mind of a children's book author/business owner/creator! I sit down with the author of Vivi's New Year, Connie Ong, and learn more about the inspiration behind the creation of the book. We also dove into the st...
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1:28:14
EP 28 - How to MAXIMIZE Your Life Experiences Using Credit Cards| Billy Kan
Have you realized how much more of life you can experience just by using credit cards? No? You got to click into this episode!I sit down with my good friend, Billy Kan, to discuss a variety of topics but the biggest one was Billy create...
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1:36:25
EP 27 - Coping With Depression & The Journey to Growth | Wayland Li
In this raw and honest episode, we dive deep into the experience of living with depression—its weight, and the small steps that can help along the way. We talk through with Wayland on his experiences with depression and navigating ...
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EP 26 - It's About the Journey Not the Destination: Embracing the Process | Fast Fridays
In this episode, we explore why the journey often holds more value than the destination itself. While goals are important, it’s the experiences, growth, and lessons along the way that truly shape who we are. We’ll dive into how embracing the pr...
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EP 25 - Here's Why You Should Not Avoid Failure and How to Overcome It | Kyle Ouk
In this episode, we sit down with Kyle Ouk and discuss a whole range of topics! We go through how to deal with failure and overcome it, how storytelling can teach us approaches to life, and becoming your own main character in the book of life!&...
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1:38:39
EP 24 - How To STOP Comparing Yourself To Others
In this episode, we dive deep into how to break free from the habit of comparing yourself to others. It's easy to get caught in the comparison trap, especially in a world driven by social media and constant external validation. But constantly m...
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EP 23 - Dealing With Imposter Syndrome & Growing a Business | Kristyn Mark Aglugub
In this episode, we sit down with Mark Design Co. owner, Kristyn Mark-Aglugub. Kristyn speaks about her journey and the growth of her business which was started during the pandemic. She also speaks on dealing with imposter syndrome and what it ...
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1:02:23
EP 22 - How Self Reflection Can Help Improve Your Mental Health
In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most powerful tools for personal growth and self-discovery: **self-reflection**. Whether you’re looking to improve your mindset, increase your emotional intelligence, uncover hidden strengths, or ma...
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EP 21 - How to UNLOCK a New Life at 30 | Monica Som
In this episode, we sit down with Monica Som who is focused on creating a new life for herself at the age of 30. After going through trials and tribulations through relationships with her mom and partners, she realizes she needs to become the h...
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1:21:28
EP 20 - TRANSFORM Your Mindset With Positive Affirmations
In this episode, we’ll guide you through how to write positive affirmations and the impact it has to boost your confidence, shift your mindset, and attract abundance into your life. Whether you're looking to improve your mental clarity, overcom...
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EP 19 - How PASSION and Prioritizing Self-Improvement Leads to a Purposeful Life | Vattana Thach
In this episode, we sit down with Vattana and hear his stories on unapologetically pursuing your passions and how dance has played an important role in his life. He is working towards mastering the art of self-improvement and constantly learnin...
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1:21:53
EP 18 - The Most Powerful Lessons from 2024 (And Why You Can’t Ignore Them!)
2024 was a rollercoaster year full of new beginnings, major lessons, and unforgettable moments! In this video, we’re breaking down the TOP 7 lessons that EVERYONE needs to hear. Whether you crushed your goals or faced setbacks, these insights w...
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EP 17 - GROW Your Friendship By Having Difficult Conversations | Lien Huang
In this video, we sit down with Lien Huang to discuss the importance of confrontation and honesty in friendships in order to establish a stronger connection! Hear the stories of Randy and Lien's difficult conversation that became a pivotal poin...
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