Saurabh Thapa has transitioned from the high-pressure world of corporate sales to the grounded stillness of the mountains. A former engineer who worked with brands like New Holland and Fiat, he realised the "9-to-5" travel grind was leading to burnout, not fulfilment. Today, he is a fitness entrepreneur, a hotelier running the Shiva retreat in Mukteshwar, and the owner of a CrossFit box, all while living a life deeply rooted in spiritual practice.

In this conversation, Saurabh opens up about:

Growing up as an "Army Kid" and how constant movement taught him grounding

The frustration of corporate "Excel sheet culture" and the realization he was meant for more

The pivotal loss of his father and the 2014 spiritual awakening that changed his trajectory

Why he quit his job on a specific date to launch a business with zero prior experience

Surviving the hospitality crash during COVID-19 and pivoting to professional fitness

Overcoming family resistance: "Why is an engineer running a tent house?"

The "100REP" program: A solution for corporate employees trapping themselves in unhealthy cycles

His biggest blind spot as a founder: Taking things too personally and prioritizing people over profit

Building a legacy for his daughter based on an ecosystem of help, not just revenue

His 60-second founder fix on trust, "200% Intention", and the power of visualization

You will hear Saurabh explain why true entrepreneurship isn't about the hustle—it's about the flow. He bridges the gap between the physical discipline of CrossFit and the internal discipline of a seeker.

If you are feeling stuck in a corporate loop, looking to balance your ambition with your inner peace, or want to understand how to build a business that actually serves your life, this episode offers a refreshing perspective.

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