Pournima Barhate
Architect
of Life
About Myself
- CERTIFICATIONS : YOGA TEACHER,
HEAL YOUR LIFE WORKSHOP LEADER - Favourite Quote : “Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we’ll ever do.”
– Brené Brown
Architect and Life Coach
I’m a trained Architect, but chose to lay foundation to a confident You, than the building you stand on. I enjoy watching people evolve, become the greatest versions of themselves, and get paid for it.
I am a papercut artist and love to work with my craft knives for hours creating intricate designs and patterns from a single sheet of paper. Being a Yogini, I dream to perfect handstand.
I enjoy long walks in any weather, with company or without. I’m a mountain person. But beaches will do. I do enjoy dancing and going out, but I'd rather sit at home and have a conversation with you, with a tall mug of tea. I’m a tea-totaler.
I’ve been a blogger for over a decade. I lose interest easily unless I am continuously challenged, my writing has managed to stand the test of time. You’d find many of my other likes within my writing, but some things which I can’t seem to like are floral fragrances, and nuts. I’d gladly give away the box of dry fruits to you.
I love playing with babies and dogs. I see galaxies of possibilities in the eyes of young children. I’m the person you’d find running barefoot chasing a butterfly. Will ask you to stop everything and watch the sunrise, or the peeping full moon behind the tree. Dream to travel the world and check off the places on my bucket list, that keeps growing every day. Aurora Borealis is second from the top.
HAPPY PARTICIPANTS
BOOKS READ
WORKING HOURS
TESTIMONIALS
Aarati Verma
"From a Quiet student to a Confident self…that’s how I would describe Pournima ! Her poem titled “Pain” introduced her to me. I still get Goosebumps when I think of how remarkably she had captured compassion and perception about life! Her daily motivational shares, positive affirmations, and insightful thoughts on life are precious. Her inspirational messages give me clues to find a way in the darkness. She has made me believe that “Everything lies within you” be it your Health or Happiness! As a teacher, nothing is more satisfying than to see your student excel not just as a professional but as a good human being. May she continue to inspire others in keeping this world a beautiful place! "
Shantanu Ghosh
"I have coached hundreds on how to use Social Media for business. They have ranged from eighteen year college students to seasoned 50ish CEOs. Among all these, I would rate Pournima as one of the best students I have ever had. She is bright and very eager to learn. Very intelligent and professional, I foresee a great future for her as a Social Media Enterpreneur. All the best,Pournima. "
Devdatta Puntambekar
"Pournima has been a friend, a guide and a constant motivation. 🙂 She listens and understands the problem in depth and recommends solutions. Many of the times, I have delayed those because of internal resistance. Thankfully, started applying those and I can see changes happening in my internal world and external world. So thanks to her on the journey of healing and self love. Having a tribe to thrive with such beautiful souls makes life beautiful !!! 🙂 "
Richa Devale
"Pournima is a wonderful facilitator and great conversationalist. The courses she conducts are truly comforting and urge us to think out of the box and explore our own self . The way Pournima understands human behaviour and emotions is highly appreciative and the ease with which she conducts her courses is beautifully commendable. I have attended few of her sessions and I’m truly in awe of the content and teachings I take from these sessions. "
Sneha Shah
"Incredibly talented, insightful and articulate, Pournima is a delight to work with. "
Mudra Bhagwat
"I have known Pournima since 4 years and I must say that she’s a great friend, a book worm, an artist, a good writer, a great healer and a really cute child at heart. As a friend she has helped me heal parts of myself which I had no idea needed to heal. Her workshops have made a very positive impact on my life. Her articles, her art, her smile and her simplicity makes me believe in the goodness in this world. I wish her an abundance of positivity and love in all that comes her way in the future. "
Anushree Deshinge
"I have known Pournima since many years but I feel like she is someone you do not have to meet her in person to know her. She has a beautiful mind and the power to motivate people to live with a positive attitude even from miles away. She is someone you can have deep meaningful conversations with and who understands the importance of positive energy in our lives. Her daily inspirational quotes have brought a certain sense of direction and consistency to my everyday life and have inspired me to do small acts of kindness every now and then. I have seen so many skills she has brought through these many years: the long lost art of letter writing which she retained by holding creative workshops, she is also a Pinkathon ambassador and promotes fitness for women, she is a certified yoga teacher, she also acquired a skill of papercutting. I like that along with learning these skills, she made sure she also shared these skills with the society. We need more beautiful minds like her which will instill such kindness & gratitude in our society and make the world a better place to be. "
Puneet Anand
"Smiles are contagious they say. Pournima’s usage of social media made her more valuable to her entire network as she relentlessly posted articles and shares her simple and positive thoughts on various aspects of life. Pournima presents a perfect example of inspiration for me and many such minds out there who feed on daily doses of motivation and positivity and are coping up with their own struggles in life. I am glad to have Pournima as a friend whom I can definitely reach out to give me a sense of self affirmation and confidence in chasing my dreams and staying happy, positive and content for all that I have and always be grateful to count my blessings. Pournima is synonymous with all the essential qualities of a happy life that a person should have irrespective of their personal struggles. 🙂 Thanks a lot Pournima for your relentless efforts in serving the community at large by being an icon of Positivity and Happiness. "
Atul Kotagal
"Pournima is my school friend and I write this testimonial not because she is my school friend. I write it because I believe that her work has the capability to positively impact the world.
Having seen Pournima for a really long time, I know that she is a multi talented and passionate human being. She is extremely skilled in the arts but also has a very high socio-emotional maturity.
This comes across in her writings as well. Her ability to be vulnerable yet strong is something that stood out to me. Her writings reflect her own personal growth and that makes her work authentic and therein lies her impact.
As a reader of the blog, I’m sure you will not just get to know her as a person but her writings will also make you reflect about your own self positively.
My best wishes are with you, Pournima. "
Vallari Bakhale
"Pournima’s writing is wonderfully positive and uplifting. There is beauty in her words. Her workshops truly help to bring out the best in oneself. I really admire her professional and sincere attitude towards her work. "
Chaitanya Sanghavi
"Pournima is an excellent writer and her blogs have a unique originality and depth which most of us relate in everyday life. Her positive optimistic attitude is quite a distinct feature during this pandemic times.
I hope she keeps writing more of such blogs becomes a famous writer and someday will be willing to write a book on my life. Keep rocking! Cheers! "
Varadraj Godbole
"Multi-talented, extremely helpful, generous, full of positive energy…the list of adjectives to describe Pournima can go on! The things Pournima can do, participates in or leads from the front is amazing. Checked her CV once and seen nothing like it! Her views on life, quotes she shares daily and the positive energy she radiates makes her the perfect life coach. Spiritual and into fitness, she has the right mindset and experience to be a fantastic yoga teacher. I’ve always been amazed by the various initiatives she undertakes to bring about a positive change in the world! And of course, being her first guinea pig I can’t forget her art and craftsmanship skills! Did I also mention she is a qualified architect?? "
Michelle Das
"Pournima is wonderful to work with, and was exceptional while training differently-abled children. She demonstrated patients and care and ensured she made learning fun. Pournima is self motivated, dedicated and very capable in all she does. It was a pleasure working with her. "
Mihir Humnabadkar
"“Living life with an optimistic approach” is the primary moto of Pournima’s website.
Covering the different genres of life like motivation, love, passion, grief with her inspirational blogs, it will help people understand that self evaluation is necessary at regular intervals of life. Her blog ‘Being an Indian’ is a perfect blend of emotions, bravery and patriotism. I congratulate as well as give my best wishes to her for this mission and encourage the wonderful combination of crispy writing and imaginative content she depicts in her blogs.
Best Regards. "
Shuvro Chowdhury
"There are only two feelings I always come across while reading Pournima’s blog. 1. The splendid hues of colourful crayons. It takes me back to the tender feeling of my childhood. Drawing something with colour crayons and getting lost in those colours. In these hectic busy days this what I was missing terribly. 2. The other one is the everlasting feeling of magic realism. I want to escape from the real world for a while but want to come back again to enjoy the real world. What a dilemma! Thank you Pournima for taking me in these tours. For making me feel transcend with your words. Keep colouring. "
Nitin Umesh
"Pournima is a wonderful writer and an exceptional artist. She is a good friend and one of the most positive individual I have come across in my life. She does a lot of philanthropic work and I believe one day she will achieve greatness. "
Alexandra Olivella
"Pournima is a mover, a natural leader, smart, empathetic, educated and cultivated person eager to learn, "