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Jun 20
48m 19s

Madan Gowri Opens Up: Depression, Sleep ...

Dr. Pal Manickam
About this episode

In this episode, I sat down with my good friend and one of Tamil YouTube’s most impactful voices, Madan Gowri. This isn’t just a typical creator interview. It’s a raw, real conversation about the human behind the millions of views.


We spoke about everything from depression and screen addiction to fitness myths, diet truths, and burnout. Madan gets personal about his sleep struggles, how he navigates life under constant public scrutiny, and why he believes 90% of fitness is about what you eat, not the gym.


He also opened up about his time in Buffalo, how he wanted to do nothing after finishing his undergrad, and his surprising dream of becoming a househusband at that time. These are the sides of him we rarely get to see - honest, introspective, and deeply relatable.


As a doctor who works with gut health and lifestyle transformation, I believe conversations like this are essential. They remind us that even the most successful creators go through the same doubts, health challenges, and emotional ups and downs that we all face.


If you’ve ever felt stuck, lazy, tired, or pressured to be perfect, this one’s for you.

Tune in, reflect, and let’s break the myths around fitness, mental health, and modern living.


👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more honest, health-focused conversations on Gut Feelings with Dr Pal.

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