Mumbai: With another weekend upon us, it is time to unwind with the latest Q&A edition of Indiantelevision.com’s Weekend Unwind—a series of informal chats that peek into the minds of business executives through a fun lens in an attempt to get to know the person behind the title a little better.

In this week’s session, we have Shimmers Cosmetics Pvt Ltd director Sandeep Gidwani.

Without further ado here it goes…

Your mantra for life:

"Courage to Risk, Wisdom to Pivot, Success to Claim."

A book you are currently reading or plan to read

"Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action" by Simon Sinek

Your fitness mantra

Fitness is not about being better than someone else, it's about being better than you used to be.

Your comfort food

Sushi

A quote or philosophy that keeps you going when the chips are down

“When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it." - Henry Ford

Your guilty pleasure

Sneaking spoonful’s of sweets as I have a sweet tooth

The last time you tried something new

Took up swimming as a sport.

A lesson you learned the hard way

The only person you can depend on to motivate you is YOU.

What gets you excited about life

Embarking on new adventures, whether it's trying a new sport, exploring a new hobby, or taking up a new challenge.

What’s on top of your bucket list

Scuba Diving

If you could give on piece of advice to your younger self, what would it be?

Don't underestimate the importance of resilience and perseverance in overcoming challenges and setbacks.

One thing you would most like to change about the world

Reduce inequality and create more opportunities for economic empowerment and upward mobility.

An activity that keeps you motivated and charged during tough times

Being around my kids and realizing that I have come this far for them and will make through anything for them.

What lifts your spirits when life gets you down

Spending quality time with loved ones and getting support from family and friends.

Your go-to stress buster

Play-station with my son.