On Purpose with Jay Shetty

Sometimes the greatest act of growth isn't beginning again, it's having the courage to let go. Jay explores why we hold onto relationships, careers, identities, and expectations that no longer serve us, revealing the psychology behind change and offering practical ways to move forward without losing yourself. If a chapter of your life feels complete, this conversation is an invitation to honor what it gave you, release it with gratitude, and trust that what's ahead can hold even more meaning. In this episode you'll learn: How to Start Over Confidently How to Release Old Identities How to Stop Living Backwards How to Take Worthwhile Risks How to Embrace Life's Next Chapter How to Outgrow Without Regret How to Trust Uncertain Beginnings Growth rarely begins with certainty, it begins with honesty. Trust that every ending can make space for something more aligned, and that the parts of you worth keeping will always come with you.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:14 Why Letting Go Feels So Hard 02:30 Why We Hold On Too Long 07:28 How to Redefine Your Identity 12:48 How to Know a Risk Is Worth It 16:40 Develop Psychological Flexibility 19:31 How to Let Go Without Bitterness 22:46 Starting Over Isn't the Hard Part 25:41 Three Questions to Ask Yourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Across memorable conversations with guests including Selena Gomez, Kevin Hart, Kim Kardashian, Madonna, Kobe Bryant, Tom Holland, Emma Watson, and Mel Robbins, this special collection brings together some of the most powerful lessons ever shared on the show. From love and purpose to resilience, fame, friendship, and self-discovery, each story offers a different perspective on what it means to live with intention. Together, they reveal that the most meaningful transformations rarely come from one defining moment, but from the wisdom we gather along the way. In this episode you'll learn: How to Build Lasting Love How to Communicate Without Fighting How to Let Go of External Validation  How to Trust Your Partner How to Overcome Fear Faster How to Find Real Happiness How to Break Free From Ego How to Build Strong Friendships How to Live With Purpose How to Grow Through Adversity Whether you're healing, chasing a dream, strengthening a relationship, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, remember that lasting change is built through small moments of courage, honesty, and intention. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty. JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter.Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:25 Make Your Partner's Day Better 04:06 How to Have Better Conversations 10:11 Fame Is the Biggest Drug 12:25 Appreciate Life Before It's Too Late 17:15 Nothing Lasts Forever 20:10 Grow Through Every Experience 22:09 Why We Lost Inner Peace 24:04 The Power of Third Spaces 25:50 Make Time to Study 29:08 It's Normal to Outgrow Friendships 31:22 Growing Up as Hermione Granger 33:48 The Power of Being Still 35:54 Get Over Yourself 37:29 The Power of Playing the Long Game 39:10 Choosing Gratitude Over Comparison 40:03 Knowing When to Step Away 41:17 Escaping the Version of Yourself You Created 43:11 The Wake-Up Call That Changed My Life 47:45 What Sobriety Gave Me 49:05 Three Pillars of Friendship 53:55 What Makes Someone a Great Partner 56:10 The Relationship Mistake Most People Make 57:37 What is Your Conflict Style? 01:01:34 The Conversation Every Couple Needs to Have 01:06:38 What Manifestation Really Means See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Success isn't always about having the best idea, it's about moving before fear, perfectionism, or conventional thinking slow you down. In this conversation, Jay sits down with entrepreneur and investor Lucy Guo to explore why execution beats overthinking, how meaningful relationships create lasting opportunities, and why optimizing for learning often matters more than optimizing for certainty. Together, they unpack a refreshingly honest perspective on ambition, wealth, risk, and building a life that's driven by curiosity rather than validation. In this episode you'll learn: How to Build Valuable Connections How to Escape Decision Paralysis How to Find Better Business Ideas How to Take Smarter Risks How to Make Success Sustainable Success isn't reserved for the people with the perfect plan, the perfect timing, or all the right answers. It's built through small decisions to keep learning, take thoughtful risks, and move forward even when the path isn't completely clear. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:11 Is College Still Worth It? 04:01 The Ambitious Mindset Trap 05:36 Why Go Against the Grain 06:00 Believe in Your Vision 07:15 Change Your Life at 22 10:42 Where Young People Waste Time 11:38 Can Anyone Be an Entrepreneur? 12:09 Build Before You Quit 14:05 Where Great Ideas Come From 14:59 Stop Wasting Time on This 17:07 The Perfectionism Trap 17:45 Good Risk vs. Bad Risk 20:30 Your Network Is Your Net Worth 21:50 Rethink Your Passion 25:30 Self-Worth vs. Net Worth 26:43 Handling Rejection and Failure 27:17 What Money Really Changes 28:55 The Power of No Frameworks 31:11 Think Beyond the Rules 33:09 Hire the Right People 34:20 Why Success Complicates Dating 35:56 Success and Modern Relationships 36:50 Using AI to Hire Better 38:05 Which Jobs AI May Replace 38:56 The Biggest AI Misconception 39:40 AI Won't Replace This 40:44 Make AI Work for You 43:05 The Joy of Building 44:33 Becoming a Self-Made Billionaire 45:08 Advice for Future Founders 46:48 Lessons From Parenting 48:11 Lucy on Final Five Episode Resources: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/guoforit  X | https://x.com/lucy_guo See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if we've been thinking about mental illness all wrong? Harvard psychiatrist Dr. Chris Palmer argues that conditions like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia may be rooted in metabolic dysfunction, not just genetics or trauma. Drawing on decades of clinical research, he explains which chemical additives may be harming our brains, why ketogenic diets are showing remarkable promise for severe mental illness, and why recovery is about far more than willpower. Chris also opens up to Jay about the deeply personal story of his mother that inspired him to pursue psychiatry, and why, despite the growing mental health crisis, he remains genuinely hopeful for the next generation. In this episode you'll learn: How to Recognize the Connection Between Diet & Mental Health  How to Notice Warning Signs of Metabolic Dysfunction  How to Support Loved Ones Through a Mental Health Crisis   How to Become More Resilient with Self-Care   How to Turn Personal Pain Into Purpose  How to Use Fasting & Ketogenic Diets Safely  How to Talk to Kids About Nutrition & Brain Health  Healing rarely comes from one single fix. Instead it comes from understanding the whole person: body, brain, and everything we feed both. Sometimes the most radical form of self-love is simply asking what’s going into your body, and why?  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:22 The Chronic Disease Epidemic 01:54 The Link Between Mental Health and Diet  05:17 What Metabolism Really Means  07:57 The Shocking Chemicals Added to Food 09:55 Why Is The Food System In America So Harmful?  14:45 The Impact of Ultra Processed Foods on Mental Health    16:29 Why Your Brain Actually Needs Certain Foods  17:21 Brain Fog, Depression, Anxiety & Burnout 18:46 Building Mental Resilience  21:48 Self Care Will Improve Your Brain Functioning 23:57 The “Make America Healthy Again” Movement  25:25 The Next Era of Healthcare in America  27:45 A Healthy vs Unhealthy Metabolism  28:30 Warning Signs From Your Metabolism   29:13 93% of Americans Have Abnormal Biomarkers  30:00 6 Steps For Healing Your Metabolism  31:11 The Truth About Alcohol, Weed & Vaping  35:46 Exercise Doesn't Have to Be Extreme to be Effective  36:30 Stop Looking at Screens All Day! 37:10 Why No Single Diet Works for Everyone 38:45 The Power of Eating More Whole Foods  39:45 Do You Know What Your Body Needs?   40:20 What Are Nutrient Dense Foods?  41:17 Why Some People Are Metabolically Compromised  42:22 Dietary Intervention 44:00 The Ancient Power of Fasting 46:17 Why Bipolar Diagnoses Are Rising 50:08 When Medication Isn't Enough 51:24 How a Ketogenic Diet Can Impact Bipolar Disorder 53:06 The History of The Ketogenic Diet (It’s Not What You Think)  54:50 How The Ketogenic Diet Can Stop Seizures  56:20 The Power of Healing  57:47 The Unexpected Grief of Getting Better 59:05 A Life Dedicated to Psychiatry   1:04:15 Keeping a Healthy Dose of Skepticism  1:05:30 Rethinking New Treatments  1:06:55 Advice for Concerned Parents 1:07:31 What Are Epigenetics?  1:11:23 The Worst Chemicals For Brain Health  1:13:30 This Is An Ethics Issue… 1:14:09 Which Chemicals Cause Generational Anxiety?  1:18:20 Dr. Chris Palmer on Final Five Episode Resources: Read | Brain Energy  Website | https://www.chrispalmermd.com/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisPalmerMD  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/ChrisPalmerMD/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/chrispalmermd/  X | https://x.com/ChrisPalmerMD/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ten years after the loss of her husband, neurosurgeon and bestselling author Paul Kalanithi, Dr. Lucy Kalanithi reflects on how grief continues to evolve rather than disappear. In this deeply moving conversation with Jay, she shares what it means to find purpose alongside pain, why the goal isn't to fix suffering but to make meaning from it, and how staying present through life's hardest moments can transform the way we love, heal, and truly live. In this episode you'll learn: How to Live Through Grief How to Support Someone Grieving How to Talk About Death How to Stay Present Through Pain How to Comfort Without Trying to Fix How to Honor Loved Ones How to Raise Resilient Children No matter what season of life you're in, remember that joy and sorrow can exist side by side. Healing isn't about leaving pain behind, it's about learning to carry it with greater compassion, presence, and hope. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:20 Life After Loss 03:22 A New Perspective on Death 07:15 Does Time Really Heal? 08:36 Does Everything Happen for a Reason? 11:12 Helping Someone at the End of Their Life 15:33 The Biggest Myth About Grief  17:56 Preparing for Death 23:08 Lessons From Facing Death  30:28 You Are Stronger Than You Think 35:33 Let Your Child Find Meaning On Their Own 40:02 Choosing Family Despite Uncertainty 43:48 A Different Way to Grieve 47:38 Keeping a Loved One Alive After They’re Gone 50:33 Can You Love Again? 53:23 What Real Partnership Means 57:19 Letting Go vs. Giving Up 01:02:39 Sitting With the Dying 01:05:58 Sharing Life-Changing News 01:08:41 How to Live Well  Episode Resources: LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-kalanithi-baab214  X | https://x.com/rocketgirlmd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In one of her most honest conversations yet, Layla Taylor reflects on the quiet journey of becoming herself. She opens up about coming out as bisexual, navigating faith, identity, single motherhood, and the weight of growing up feeling like she had to fit into everyone else's expectations. Rather than focusing on the hardships alone, this episode explores what happens when you stop living in survival mode and finally choose authenticity, self-worth, and the freedom to define your own life. In this episode you'll learn: How to Stop Living for Other People's Approval How to Finally Embrace Your Authentic Self How to Leave a Toxic Relationship Without Regret How to Find Yourself After Divorce and Heartbreak How to Be Comfortable Being Alone for the First Time How to Turn Your Hardest Experiences Into Strength The greatest freedom comes from embracing yourself with honesty, letting go of the expectations that no longer serve you, and trusting that growth often begins on the other side of fear. Your story doesn't have to be perfect to be meaningful, it just has to be yours. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:48 Coming Out for the First Time 02:45 Stop Living for Other People 03:48 Choosing to Be Yourself 06:33 Understanding Your Sexuality 07:56 Why We Need to Talk About Sex 10:08 Why I Became Mormon 12:50 The Need to Fit In 15:12 How My Kids Changed Me 16:53 Becoming a Mom at 19 18:15 Why I Chose Marriage 19:53 Inside a Toxic Relationship 21:04 Learning to Know Your Worth 23:24 Starting Over as a Single Mom 25:54 My Lowest Point 27:31 Learning to Date Again 29:05 Finding Yourself in Solitude 30:32 The Conversation Women Need to Have 33:08 Why Sex Education Matters 36:26 Letting Go of Perfection 36:59 Accepting Who You Are 38:51 Facing Your Biggest Fear 39:40 Dating Women for the First Time 41:07 The Reality of Parenting 43:00 Raising Mentally Healthy Kids 44:16 Healing Low Self-Worth 46:41 Using Your Platform for Good 47:58 Opening Your Heart Again 49:03 If You're Afraid to Come Out 52:30 Layla on Final Five  Episode Resources: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/laylaleannetaylor  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@laylaleannetaylor See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some endings hurt because they leave us with unanswered questions. After a breakup, it’s natural to search for reasons, replay memories, and hope for one final conversation that will make everything make sense. In this episode, Jay explores why closure is often misunderstood and how the answers we seek from someone else rarely bring the peace we’re hoping for. True healing begins when we stop waiting for another person to explain our pain and start turning inward instead. Jay shares a powerful perspective on heartbreak: closure is not something we receive, it’s something we create. Through acceptance, self-reflection, and intentional healing, we can transform loss into growth. Rather than centering our lives around what ended, we learn to rebuild around who we are becoming. The goal isn’t to erase the past, it’s to emerge from it with greater self-awareness, stronger boundaries, and a deeper trust in ourselves. In this episode you'll learn: How to Heal Through No Contact How to Rebuild Yourself After Heartbreak How to Separate Facts From Feelings How to Stop Romanticizing Your Ex How to Turn Heartbreak Into Growth How to Measure Healing the Right Way Heartbreak has a way of convincing us that healing is somewhere in the future, waiting behind the perfect explanation, apology, or final conversation. But growth often begins the moment we stop chasing what we cannot control and start caring for what we can. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:46 Why More Answers Create More Questions 05:52 The Power of No Contact After a Breakup 08:44 Why Real Closure Comes From Within 15:17 The Best Way to Find Closure 18:45 The Biggest Mistake People Make After a Breakup 20:55 It's Okay to Hold Contradictory Feelings 23:56 Measure Healing in a New Way See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For decades, we’ve been told that success and spirituality live in separate worlds. One is about achievement, the other about inner peace. In this conversation, John Mackey shares why he believes the two are deeply connected. Reflecting on the journey of building Whole Foods Market, he explores how purpose, intuition, gratitude, and conscious leadership shaped both his business and his life. From navigating near-failure and selling the company to Amazon, to redefining success beyond money and status, this episode is a powerful invitation to lead with more awareness, build with more heart, and create a life that feels as meaningful on the inside as it looks on the outside. In this episode you'll learn: How to Build a Business With Purpose How to Turn Setbacks Into Growth How to Find Joy in Your Work How to Turn Envy Into Learning How to Create a Culture People Never Want to Leave How to Make Difficult Decisions With Compassion How to Stay Connected to What Matters Most There will be setbacks, doubts, and moments when things don’t go according to plan, but those moments don’t define your journey. What matters is continuing to move forward with purpose, staying connected to what brings you joy, and remembering that success means little if it costs you who you are. John’s book, The Whole Story: Adventures in Love, Life, and Capitalism, talks about why Whole Foods isn’t just a business success story, it’s the story of a retail, cultural, and dietary revolution that has forever changed the industry and the way we eat. Grab a copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Whole-Story-Adventures-Love-Capitalism/dp/1637745125  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:37 Answering the Call to Adventure 05:53 The Search for Meaning and Consciousness 09:42 A Spiritual Awakening Through Psychedelics 13:40 Exploring the Inner Universe 17:45 Envy Steals Joy 19:49 Understanding Ego Death 24:54 The Power of Play and Creativity 27:33 Follow What Brings You Joy 29:36 Confronting Your Inner Critic 33:45 Building a Business With Heart 35:45 The Gift of Being Fully Present 39:10 Responding to Life’s Greatest Challenges 41:35 Turn Mistakes Into Growth 44:24 The Rise of Conscious Leadership 46:15 The Decision to Sell to Amazon 53:34 A Year of Gratitude and Goodbyes 55:23 Attracting Great People to Your Mission 57:10 Letting People Go With Compassion 59:45 John on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://johnpmackey.com/  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/iamjohnmackey  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/iamjohnmackey/  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamjohnmackey  X | https://x.com/iamjohnmackey  Linktree | https://linktr.ee/iamjohnmackey See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today Jay sits down with former First Lady Dr. Jill Biden where she pulls back the curtain on an extraordinary journey of love, profound loss, and unrelenting public scrutiny. After first rejecting a young senator's marriage proposal five times, she and husband President Joe Biden ultimately built a family rooted in fierce loyalty and unwavering devotion. Jill shares what it takes to navigate life’s hardest moments - from the unimaginable grief of losing her son Beau to cancer, to her son Hunter's battle with addiction, to her husband's ongoing health struggles and heartbreaking political exit. Jill’s story highlights the radical power of staying present, and the impact of making a conscious decision to always choose joy no matter where you are in life.  In this episode you'll learn: How to Move Forward After Major Life Changes How to Cultivate a Lasting Marriage How to Instill Confidence in Those Around You How to Advocate for Your Health How to Navigate Loving Someone Through Addiction How to Survive Unimaginable Grief As you navigate your own journey, remember to lead with compassion and be kind, because we never truly know the hidden struggles behind someone else's smile. In her new book, View from the East Wing: A Memoir, Jill shares her White House experiences for the first time, in her own words. You can order here: https://bit.ly/ViewFromTheEastWing  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:26 A New Life Trajectory 06:39 Saying “No” Five Times  08:03 Lessons in Independence 09:56 Building Loving Relationships 15:08 A Blessing in Disguise 17:17 "My Husband Is Not Dying" 19:26 Grieving Loved Ones 21:18 A True Partnership 23:01 Redefining Your Role 23:53 The Weight of the World 25:32 Practicing Radical Presence 26:16 "We Won!" 27:50 Life’s Greatest Gift 31:52 Beyond the Classroom 32:31 The Health Gap 36:06 Panic in the Green Room 38:04 "I Had No Choice" 40:06 The Morning After 42:20 Alternate Realities 44:08 A Cruel Diagnosis 45:31 Strength in the Storm 46:12 An Unimaginable Loss 48:55 Learning to Live With the Pain 50:55 The Intervention 52:42 Breaking the Stigma Around Addiction  54:38 Jill on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://joebiden.com/  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/DrJillBiden/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/drbiden  X | https://x.com/DrBiden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We often tell ourselves that we’ll start pursuing our goals when we have more time, more energy, or more motivation. But the truth is that lasting change is usually built in the small pockets of time we already have. In this episode, Jay explores how the hours after work can directly shape our lives, revealing why so many people feel stuck despite having big dreams for themselves. Through practical insights and personal stories, Jay shares how to break free from autopilot routines, overcome decision fatigue, and create evenings that leave you feeling fulfilled rather than depleted. He reminds us that success is rarely the result of one dramatic decision, but of consistent choices that align with the person we want to become. The life you imagine for yourself may be closer than you think, it starts with how you spend today. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Reclaim Your Evenings How to Break the After-Work Autopilot How to Batch Tasks and Save Time How to Build Energy Instead of Draining It How to Turn Small Actions Into Big Results How to Use Your 5-to-9 to Change Your Life You don't need a perfect plan, endless motivation, or extra hours in the day to start moving your life forward. Real change is often built through small decisions made consistently, especially on the ordinary days when no one is watching. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:19 Spending Your 5-9 Wrong 04:12 Shift #1: Change Your First Habit After Work 06:31 Shift #2: Batch Small Tasks to Avoid Getting Overwhelmed 07:48 Shift #3: Stop Waiting to Feel Good Before Taking Action  10:55 Shift #4: Give Yourself One Meaningful Goal Each Night 12:48 Shift #5: Build Evenings That Help Regain Your Energy 15:49 Make the Right Choices to Spend Your Evenings Right 20:49 Positively Impact Your Future Years 23:04 Work for the Things You Care About See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emilie Kiser sits down with Jay for her first in depth conversation about the loss of her son, Trigg, and what life has looked like in the months after. Emilie speaks candidly about grief, guilt, marriage, motherhood, and the pressure of navigating tragedy while also  living publicly online. Instead of trying to offer perfect answers, this episode focuses on the reality of surviving something life-altering one moment at a time. The conversation also shines a light on the importance of pool safety, prevention, and the measures that can help protect families from unimaginable loss. Emilie opens up about therapy, boundaries, support systems, and the reality that grief doesn’t disappear, it becomes something you learn to carry. It’s a deeply honest conversation about love, accountability, healing, and finding a way to keep living after life changes forever. In this episode you'll learn: How to Live Alongside Grief How to Support Someone After Loss How to Set Boundaries Online How to Grieve Together as a Couple How to Protect Your Children Better How to Heal One Day at a Time How to Show Up for Your Family in Pain Healing doesn’t mean forgetting. Strength doesn’t mean pretending you’re okay. It simply means continuing to love, continuing to show up, and continuing to hope even when life feels different than before.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:51 Life Before Everything Changed 05:30 Losing a Beloved Son 07:21 Searching for Answers After Tragedy 09:41 The Unimaginable Pain of Losing a Child  12:35 Navigating Grief in the Public Eye 14:17 Accepting There May Never Be Answers 15:43 Facing Judgment Online 18:08 What Grief Teaches You About Life 21:45 Learning to Live With Grief 23:51 Dealing With Public Assumptions 28:18 Living With Regret and Raising Awareness 30:33 Why It All Felt So Cruel 32:07 How Do You Heal After Child Loss? 36:00 Surviving Grief Day by Day 38:06 Returning to Work While Grieving 41:01 The Promise That Kept Her Going 44:52 Learning to Forgive Your Partner 49:55 Living With the Void of Loss 51:14 Keeping Trigg’s Memory Alive 53:16 What is The Most Helpful Thing To Say? 55:51 The Biggest Lesson After Loss 58:09 Preventing Another Tragedy  01:03:31 Balancing Privacy and Public Record 01:06:44 Protecting Trigg’s Final Moments  Episode Resources: Website |  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@emiliekiser  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/emilie.henrichsen/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/emiliekiser/  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@emiliekiser See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some relationships leave us questioning whether love is enough to stay. In this conversation, Jay sits down with Dr. Ramani to explore the painful reality of family estrangement and the growing number of people considering no contact with those closest to them. Together, they unpack the difference between self-protection and punishment, why guilt often accompanies healthy boundaries, and how years of unresolved hurt can lead someone to step away from a relationship they once fought hard to save. Rather than offering simple answers, this episode invites a deeper reflection on safety, repair, accountability, and healing. It challenges the belief that family ties should come at the expense of your well-being and reminds us that choosing yourself is rarely easy. Whether you're navigating a difficult relationship, supporting someone who is, or trying to understand a loved one's decision, this conversation offers compassion, clarity, and the reassurance that healing doesn't always look the way we expect. In this episode you'll learn: How to Know When No Contact Is Necessary How to Stop Abandoning Yourself for Family How to Recognize When Repair Isn’t Working How to Handle Guilt After Going No Contact How to Protect Your Peace Around Toxic Relatives How to Navigate Family Pressure and Backlash How to Choose Self-Protection Over Self-Betrayal Not every relationship is meant to be kept at the cost of your peace. Sometimes healing means repairing a connection, and sometimes it means creating distance from what continues to hurt you. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:29 What Does Going No Contact Really Mean? 06:24 When No Contact Becomes Your Only Option  08:10 Can a Broken Relationship Be Repaired? 11:40 The Most Common Reasons People Go No Contact 14:48 It's Not the Mistake, It's the Repair 17:01 Pay Attention to Your Why 21:58 Detaching from a Harmful Relationship 26:29 You Have to Do What Feels Right for You 30:12 When Family Requires Self-Abandonment 35:37 The Weight of Internal Shame 36:44 The Hidden Cost of Always Keeping the Peace 42:26 When Someone Cuts You Off Without Explanation 44:13 When Is It Time to Cut Off Contact? 48:01 But They're Family... 53:16 Building Your Chosen Family 55:05 No Contact vs. A Falling Out 55:54 The Silent Treatment Is a Form of Emotional Aggression 58:01 Are We Getting Worse at Repairing Relationships? 01:02:38 The Relief of Finally Deciding to Go No Contact  01:04:09 How to Repair a Relationship After Being Cut Off 01:05:37 Forgiveness Isn't Always Healthy 01:08:26 The Challenges of Trying to Heal Trauma 01:11:29 Why Some Parents Don't Understand Estrangement 01:13:13 Handling Family Backlash After Going No Contact 01:15:12 When a Parent Is Both Supportive and Harmful 01:17:54 When Breaking No Contact Is Worth Considering 01:19:26 Can a Narcissistic Parent Change? 01:22:16 Should You Invite an Estranged Family Member to Your Wedding?  Episode Resources: Website | https://doctor-ramani.com/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@DoctorRamani  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/doctorramani  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/doctorramani/  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramani-durvasula-4132067  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@doctorramani  X | https://x.com/DoctorRamani See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Melissa Wood’s show, Jay opens up about the practices and perspectives that keep him grounded in a world that rarely slows down. Their conversation moves beyond routines and rituals, diving into what it really means to find peace within yourself while navigating pressure, ambition, relationships, and everyday chaos. Together, they explore how stillness is built through self-awareness, presence, and the courage to listen to your inner voice. Jay shares lessons from his upbringing, life as a monk, and marriage, while Melissa reflects on healing, motherhood, and breaking old patterns. From meditation and breathwork to love and emotional growth, this conversation is a reminder that the smallest daily choices often shape the deepest transformation. In this episode you'll learn: How to Listen to Your Inner Voice How to Stay Grounded Under Pressure How to Stop Feeding Negative Thoughts How to Build Stillness Within Yourself How to Create Healthier Relationships How to Reconnect With Yourself Daily How to Stop Trying to Change Your Partner No matter where you are in your journey, there is still space for healing, clarity, love, and change. Keep showing up for yourself. Keep planting the seeds that align with the life you truly want. The Move With Heart podcast features Melissa Wood-Tepperberg's personal stories, triumphs, philosophies as well as those of her mentors who will join the show to share their wisdom. Check out https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/move-with-heart/id1621097400  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 05:41 How To Build Inner Peace  08:13 Lessons From a Hardworking Mother 11:36 Learning to Be Still  18:47 Your Mind Comes First 21:46 Are You Planting Seeds or Weeds? 27:24 The Fear of Making the Wrong Choice 31:28 Finding Calm in the Chaos 36:40 Jay’s 3 Daily Meditation Practices 43:26 Aligning Your Mind and Body 51:53 The Power of Mantra Meditation 54:28 Trusting the Bigger Plan 59:32 What Is Your Deepest Desire? 01:03:47 Staying Connected in Long-Term Love 01:09:14 Inspire Your Partner Without Changing Them Episode Resources: Website | https://mwh-production.melissawoodhealth.com/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd-M8iMVPXC9qE-4s8B9law  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/melissawoodhealth/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/melissawoodtepperberg/  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@melissawoodhealth See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The inner critic doesn't just disappear with more success. Academy Award-winning actor, writer, and artist Riz Ahmed shares why success, recognition, and achievement can never replace self-worth. He opens up about identity, shame, the inner critic, and the pressure to perform, revealing how life can start to feel like one long audition when your value depends on other people’s approval. Through a deeply personal health crisis and years of chasing validation, Riz discovered the power of vulnerability, gratitude, and self-acceptance. This conversation is a powerful reminder that true freedom begins when you stop proving yourself to the world and start defining your worth for yourself. In this episode you'll learn: How to Stop Seeking Constant Validation How to Quiet Your Inner Critic How to Find Flow Instead of Chasing Success How to Let Go of Who Others Expect You to Be How to Stay Grounded Through Life’s Highs and Lows How to Build Self-Worth Beyond Achievement How to Find Freedom in Vulnerability How to Live More Fully in the Present Moment Growth isn’t about becoming someone else; it’s about having the courage to be fully yourself. Keep showing up, keep learning, and trust that who you are is already enough. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:33 Rooting for Others Without Comparison 04:01 The Danger of Seeking External Validation 07:02 A Childhood Memory That Shaped Everything 11:42 The Secret to Finding Flow 18:29 Life Feels Like One Big Audition 22:31 The Gap Between Who You Are and Who You Present 25:05 Finding Freedom in the Imperfection  27:49 One Story Does Not Define You 32:07 When Life Falls Apart Overnight 39:15 Facing Your Darkest Moments Alone 46:44 Breaking Free from the Alpha Male Myth 50:08 When Your Inner Critic Becomes Your Identity 52:56 Managing the Voice Inside Your Head 56:21 Why Does Time Go By Faster as We Grow Older? 58:42 Home Is the People You Love 01:01:55 Setting Boundaries to Protect Your Creativity  01:04:29 Finding Where You Truly Belong 01:10:04 Growing Up in Northwest London 01:12:32 Riz on Final Five  Episode Resources: YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/rizahmed  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/RizAhmed/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/rizahmed See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Many of us feel pressured to keep up with timelines, expectations, and the highlight reels we see online, but this conversation offers a different perspective. Coral Santoro shares how success is less about reaching a destination and more about who you become through resilience, patience, and self-belief. From navigating failure and uncertainty to building meaningful relationships and staying true to your vision, she reminds us that there is no universal timeline for achievement. This episode is a powerful reflection on purpose, courage, and the importance of continuing to build your life, even when progress is quiet, slow, and unseen. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Stop Comparing Your Timeline to Others How to Keep Going When It Stops Being Exciting How to Turn Failure Into Useful Data How to Stay Patient While Chasing Big Goals How to Find Success in the Boring Work How to Surround Yourself With Supportive People How to Communicate Better in Relationships and Business How to Keep Building Even When No One Believes in You Every challenge, setback, and uncertain moment is shaping you into someone stronger, wiser, and more resilient. Keep showing up, keep learning, and keep building. The life you want is not created in a single breakthrough, it’s built through the small, consistent choices you make every day. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:32 Why You’re Not Falling Behind 03:25 How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others 08:35 The 3 Traits That Drive Success 13:19 The Secret to Staying Patient 16:50 Focus on Your Own Path 26:37 Building the Right Circle Around You 29:32 Finding Beauty in Life’s Quiet Moments 36:59 Simple Ways to Train Your Brain for Success 42:41 Hearing More, Listening Less 45:22 This or That: Entrepreneurial Mindsets 50:59 How to Grow a Social Media Following 54:41 The Power of Choosing the Right Partner 01:03:36 Why Great Communication Changes Everything  01:07:57 Coral on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://www.coralsantorogroup.com/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8WGOzdnEcNaYioYrP132Gg  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/p/Coral-Santoro-61570173779394/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/coralsantoro/  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/coralsantoroventuresinc  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@coral.santoro  X | https://x.com/coralsantoroo  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay taps into the question so many people quietly carry: “Is this really what I’m meant to do?” With honesty and clarity, he challenges the myths we’ve been taught about purpose, that it’s a single calling, that passion comes first, or that clarity arrives before action. Instead, Jay reframes purpose as something you build through curiosity, experimentation, and small, consistent steps. He reminds us that most people aren’t lost, they’re avoiding what they already know because of what it might cost. Jay offers a practical framework for finding direction. He points to the things that come naturally, what deeply moves or frustrates you, the challenges you’ve lived through, and even who you envy as signals worth paying attention to. These aren’t random, they’re clues guiding you toward the work that’s truly aligned with you. The message is simple but powerful: stop waiting for certainty, start moving, and trust that clarity comes through action. In this episode you'll find: How to Find Your Purpose How to Turn Passion Into Purpose How to Start Before You’re Ready How to Overcome Fear of Failure How to Build Confidence Through Action How to Become More Yourself The quiet ideas you keep returning to, the things that light something up inside you, the dreams you keep pushing aside, they matter for a reason. Start where you are, with what you have, and trust that clarity often comes after action, not before it. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  00:00 Intro 01:21 The Biggest Lie About “Following Your Passion” 02:20 The Myth of Having One True Calling 03:25 Why You Won’t Feel Certain When You Find It 04:06 Your Purpose Doesn’t Have to Be Your Job 05:36 4 Real Places to Look for Your Purpose 11:02 4 Hidden Obstacles That Keep You Stuck 14:50 Stop Trying to “Find” Your Purpose — Start Testing It 16:25 The 1% Rule That Changes Your Direction 17:44 Stop Talking About It, Start Doing the Work  18:43 Your Environment Shapes Your Future 19:39 Discomfort Means You’re on the Right Path 20:27 The One Action to Take in the Next 48 Hours 22:26 The 3 Paths That Lead You to Purpose See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this conversation, Jay sits down with Olympic medalist and world champion fencer Miles Chamley-Watson to explore the mindset behind true resilience. Miles opens up about how fencing became his anchor through a difficult childhood, and the lessons shaped by failure, racism, family trauma, and the pressure of competing on the world’s biggest stages. Together, they unpack how confidence is earned through competence, how adversity can be turned into fuel, and why real success is staying rooted in who you are while creating opportunities for others. Throughout the episode, Miles shares the principles that helped him turn setbacks into purpose and use his platform to inspire the next generation. In this episode you'll learn: How to Turn Setbacks Into Fuel for Success How to Perform Under Extreme Pressure How to Build Resilience Through Adversity How to Stop Letting Fear Control Your Decisions How to Create a Life Bigger Than Your Achievements How to Be the Person Others Can Look Up To No matter where you are in your journey, remember that you don’t have to be perfect to move forward. Keep learning, stay true to who you are, and trust that growth often happens in the moments that test you the most. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:39 Why Is It So Hard to Fit In? 03:28 How Fencing Changed My Life 04:47 The Power of the Right Guidance 06:59 Why Every Great Athlete Needs a Mentor 09:09 Learn to Lose Before You Learn to Win 10:28 Bouncing Back From Your Biggest Defeat 13:58 Breaking Barriers in a Traditionally White Sport 16:19 Turning Anger Into a Competitive Advantage 18:22 What It Takes to Train Like a World-Class Fencer 20:47 Preparing for Competition Day 21:57 Reading and Anticipating Your Opponent 23:06 The Tragic Incident That Changed Fencing Forever 27:50 The Road to Olympic Success 33:00 Reconnecting With an Estranged Parent 39:15 When Life Leaves You Feeling Helpless 44:50 Staying True to Yourself Through Success 46:38 The Role Models Who Shaped My Life 51:01 The Importance of Strong Male Friendships  53:20 What is Inside a Professional Fencer’s Gear Bag? 57:17 Miles on Final Five  Episode Resources: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/fencer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this deeply honest conversation, Jay sits down with Sara Al Madani where she opens up about surviving toxic relationships, rebuilding her identity, and learning that love should never require abandoning yourself. Through pain, healing, and radical self-awareness, Sara shares how inner work became the foundation for every part of her life, from relationships to faith to self-love. Jay and Sara explore why we often confuse chemistry for compatibility, why we repeat familiar relationship patterns, and how healing starts the moment we stop blaming others and start taking responsibility for our choices. This episode is a reminder that love isn’t about chasing validation or fixing people, it’s about knowing yourself deeply enough to stop settling for less.  In this episode you'll learn: How to Stop Settling for Less How to Heal Before Dating Again How to Tell The Difference Between Want and Need  How to Break Toxic Relationship Patterns How to Choose Compatibility Over Chemistry How to Rebuild Self-Worth After Heartbreak How to Become the Love You Seek The moment you stop chasing validation, stop settling for breadcrumbs, and start choosing your peace, your life begins to change in ways you never imagined. Grab a copy of Sara’s book, Dear Narcissist: F*ck You, a bold, direct, and unfiltered guide to understanding narcissists in real life, just visit https://www.amazon.com/Dear-Narcissist-Spotting-Escaping-Narcissistic/dp/B0F54NB6LP  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:07 The One Question to Ask Before Dating 04:15 Are You Looking for Love or Filling a Void? 05:57 What Are Your Dating Non-Negotiables? 08:56 Chemistry Is Not the Same as Compatibility 12:01 What Does Inner Work Actually Look Like? 15:41 The First Step Toward Healing 19:25 How to Raise Your Relationship Standards 22:33 Don’t Ignore These Dating Deal-Breakers! 27:37 Knowing When It’s Time to Leave 31:32 The Cost of Staying in a Toxic Relationship 34:42 Finding the Courage to Walk Away 39:10 Healing Through Your Relationship with God 42:49 What to Do When Someone Suddenly Ghosts You 45:58 Stop Falling in Love with Potential 47:00 You Can’t Force Someone to Change 49:51 Stop Waiting for Someone to Become Better 53:05 Don’t Abandon Self-Love For a Relationship 57:58 Manifestation Starts with Surrender 58:54 Is There Truth to These Popular Love Clichés? 01:00:52 Forgiveness Is Essential For Healing 01:03:13 How to Rewire and Train Your Mind 01:05:28 Sara on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://saraalmadani.com/  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/iamsaraalmadani/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/saraalmadani/  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@saraalmadani  X | https://x.com/sara_almadani See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some of us are so busy trying to build a life that we forget to actually live it. Today, Jay explores the hidden cost of hustle culture and why so many people are quietly exhausting themselves in the pursuit of success. He reflects on how productivity has become tied to self-worth, where being busy is mistaken for being valuable. Through honest insight, Jay unpacks the emotional drivers behind overworking, the fear of falling behind, the pressure to prove yourself, and the belief that rest must be earned. He challenges the obsession with constant performance, reminding us that a meaningful life cannot be built on depletion alone. Jay also reframes what real rest actually means. Beyond vacations or escape, he explains that true restoration must be woven into everyday life. He breaks down the seven types of rest people need, physical, mental, emotional, sensory, social, creative, and spiritual, and reveals how many of us are depleted in more than one. With clarity and compassion, Jay shows why scrolling and numbing aren’t real recovery, and encourages listeners to slow down and face what busyness often helps us avoid. In this episode you'll learn: How to Rest Without Guilt How to Protect Your Energy How to Build Healthy Work Rhythms How to Create Real Rest How to Break Free From Hustle Culture How to Be Present in Life Give yourself permission to slow down before life forces you to. Because success means very little if you’re too tired to experience it. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:20 Lie #1: More Work Equals More Results 03:12 Lie #2: Busy Equals Important 03:48 Lie #3: Rest Is a Reward You Earn 04:44 Lie #4: If You're Not Ahead, You're Behind 05:39 What Does Real Rest Look Like? 10:40 Your Identity is NOT Built on Producing 11:39 You’re Not Falling Behind! 12:46 Rest Forces You to Face What You’ve Been Avoiding 14:07 Why Guilt Shows Up the Moment You Stop 15:00 No One Ever Gave You Permission to Rest 15:58 6 Ways to Break the Hustle Trap 22:04 Don’t Miss The Life You Were Too Busy to Live See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this live conversation, Jay sits down at the AT&T Performing Arts Center in Dallas with Matthew Hussey for an honest and refreshing discussion about modern love, dating, and relationships. Together, they unpack why dating feels so exhausting today, how we confuse chemistry with emotional chaos, and why real connection is often quieter, steadier, and healthier than we expect. Their conversation challenges the idea of “finding the one” and instead reminds us that great relationships are something we build over time through trust, consistency, and emotional maturity. From setting healthy standards to learning how to communicate your needs without fear, this episode is full of relatable insights for anyone navigating love in today’s world. Jay and Matthew also explore the importance of self-worth, emotional safety, and trusting yourself enough to walk away from relationships that no longer serve you. It’s a thoughtful reminder that love shouldn’t make you lose yourself, and that the right relationship should help you feel more like yourself than ever before. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Stop Chasing Chemistry How to Set Healthy Standards How to Communicate Your Needs Clearly  How to Trust Yourself Again How to Date Without Losing Yourself How to Break Toxic Dating Patterns How to Create a Strong Relationship The right relationship will never require you to abandon yourself, shrink your needs, or constantly prove your worth. Real love grows through honesty, patience, consistency, and the courage to stay true to who you are. Listen to the Love Life with Matthew Hussey podcast for more modern dating tips. Visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/love-life-with-matthew-hussey/id1064051384    With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:18 How to Stay Open to Love 05:08 Is Chemistry Actually Misleading? 11:22 Healthy Standards vs Unrealistic Expectations 15:48 Are Your Needs Being Met? 22:14 How Do You Know They’re the One? 26:42 Why Great Relationships Take Discipline 31:13 Should Relationships Feel Hard? 34:29 Why Communication Feels So Difficult 37:59 Chemistry vs Compatibility 39:14 When Should You Meet Friends and Family? 40:13 Keeping Your Relationship Off Social Media 42:37 The Secret to a Lasting Marriage 45:00 It’s Not Your Job to Fix Someone 50:36 The Need to Stay in Control 57:27 What Overgiving Is Really Costing You  Episode Resources: Website | https://matthewhussey.com/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9HGzFGt7BLmWDqooUbWGBg  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/CoachMatthewHussey/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thematthewhussey  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@thematthewhussey  X | https://twitter.com/matthewhussey See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if certainty is what’s actually keeping you stuck? Today Jay sits down with philosopher and creator Alex O’Connor for a deeply thought-provoking conversation about consciousness, certainty, religion, and the questions that quietly shape the way we live. Alex opens up about growing up rebellious, struggling in school, and feeling disconnected from traditional systems before discovering philosophy and the search for truth. Together, they explore why so many people feel pressure to have life figured out too early, and why curiosity, self-awareness, and the willingness to question your beliefs may matter more than having all the answers. Jay and Alex unpack the mysteries of the human mind, the illusion of self, the limits of science, and humanity’s fear of death. Drawing from neuroscience, philosophy, and Eastern traditions, Alex challenges the idea that life can be fully explained through logic alone, while reflecting on how uncertainty can lead to deeper understanding rather than fear. This episode is an invitation to think beyond labels and rigid beliefs, and a reminder that some of life’s most meaningful discoveries begin when we stop pretending we’re certain about everything. In this episode you'll learn: How to Find What You’re Truly Good At How to Think Beyond Traditional Success How to Question Your Deepest Beliefs How to Balance Logic and Intuition How to Stop Living on Autopilot How to Become Comfortable With Uncertainty Your doubts don’t make you weak, they make you human. And sometimes the bravest thing you can do is admit you’re still learning, while continuing to search for truth, purpose, and peace along the way. If you’re ready to question everything you thought you knew about consciousness, religion, truth, and what it means to be human, Alex O’Connor’s Within Reason podcast is where philosophy becomes deeply personal. Link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/within-reason/id1458675168  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:19 What’s a Childhood Memory That Shaped You? 04:51 Why You Feel Stuck Even When You’re Trying 07:29 Everyone Has Something They’re Meant To Do  14:15 What History Reveals About The Present 20:30 The Mystery of Consciousness 26:42 Inside the New Atheist Movement 31:20 Explaining Your Worldview to Others 45:35 The Limits of Science and Philosophy 56:24 What Makes a Good Life? 58:09 Are You Living by Your Beliefs? 01:14:54 Left Brain vs. Right Brain Thinking 01:17:53 Alex O’Connor’s Final Five Episode Resources: Website: https://www.alexoconnor.com/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CosmicSkeptic  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CosmicSkeptic/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cosmicskeptic/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cosmicskeptic  X: https://x.com/CosmicSkeptic See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay breaks down seven mindset shifts that have fundamentally changed how he approaches pain, relationships, purpose, and growth. This isn’t surface-level inspiration. It’s the kind of perspective that stays with you, reshaping how you think in hard moments and how you show up every single day. Jay challenges the idea that clarity comes before action, showing instead that purpose is built through movement, experimentation, and courage. Most people don’t fail because they lack discipline. They fail because their environment quietly shapes their habits, energy, and identity over time. From the stories we tell ourselves to the relationships we choose, Jay reveals how our internal narrative drives everything, from resilience to self-worth. In this episode you'll learn: How to Heal From the People Who Trigger You How to Stop Waiting and Start Moving Forward How to Build an Environment That Supports Growth How to Recognize the Patterns Keeping You Stuck How to Create Stronger Relationships Through Daily Habits How to Practice Mindsets That Actually Change Your Life The way you think shapes the way you live, and even the smallest shift in perspective can begin changing the direction of your life. You do not need to have everything figured out to move forward. You only need the courage to take one honest step today. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:20 #1: Pain Is Temporary, Don’t Let It Become Your Identity 04:57 #2: You Are Not Your Thoughts, You Are Your Response to Them 07:26 #3: The People Who Trigger You Are Your Greatest Teachers 11:29 #4: Clarity Comes From Action, Not Overthinking 14:44 #5: Your Environment Shapes Your Life More Than Motivation 18:59 #6: The Most Powerful Story You Tell Is the One About Yourself 22:12 #7: Real Love Is a Daily Choice, Not Just a Feeling 26:19 Mindsets Only Change Your Life When You Practice Them Daily See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today Jay sits down with one of the world’s most influential digital storytellers, Dhar Mann, for a raw conversation about failure, identity, and resilience. Dhar opens up about growing up feeling caught between two worlds, battling loneliness, depression, and self-doubt, and how those painful experiences ultimately shaped his purpose. Together, they explore how our deepest wounds often become the message we’re here to share, and why real healing begins when we stop hiding who we are. Dhar also breaks down the mindset and systems that helped him turn his lowest moments into a global storytelling brand. He shares why success comes from repetition, failure, and emotional connection, not validation, and reveals the story behind the one video he almost didn’t post that changed everything. In this episode you'll learn: How to Keep Going After Rejection How to Find Confidence Through Consistency How to Build a Purpose-Driven Brand How to Stop Hiding Your Struggles How to Pivot When Life Changes How to Choose the Right Partner How to Create Success That Lasts Some of the most meaningful breakthroughs happen after seasons of rejection, loneliness, and uncertainty. Keep showing up, keep believing in your growth, and keep taking the next step forward even when no one else can see the vision yet. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast Check out Dhar’s new podcast, What Happens Next - https://www.youtube.com/@dharmannspodcast/featured What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 03:01 The Hidden Cost of Childhood Pain 05:36 Growing Up Desperate to Belong 08:47 The Real Meaning of Belonging 11:17 The Hustle That Started It All 16:05 What Failure Teaches You That Success Never Will 18:57 Fear of Failing in Public 26:07 The 5-Step Formula for Success 27:25 Owning Your Story (Even When It’s Messy) 32:35 How to Make People Actually Trust You 41:42 The Systems That Actually Build Success 49:39 The Key To Connection 54:20 Turning Content Into Impact 55:52 The Moment Everything Fell Apart 01:06:12 Choosing the Wrong Partner Can Cost You Everything 01:10:39 What Love Teaches You That Success Can’t 01:14:44 Dhar on Final Five 01:18:52 The Story Behind What Happens Next?   Episode Resources: Website | https://www.dharmann.com/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@dharmannspodcast/featuredYouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_hK9fOxyy_TM8FJGXIyG8Q  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/dharmannofficial/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dhar.mann/  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dharmann  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@dhar.mann  X | https://x.com/dharmann See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if the hardest moments in your life weren’t there to break you, but were actually pointing you toward who you’re meant to be? Today, Jay sits down with renowned psychologist, Columbia professor, and bestselling author Dr. Lisa Miller to explore the powerful intersection of science and spirituality. Together, they unpack one of the most transformative ideas of our time: that spirituality is not reserved for the religious or the enlightened, it is an innate human capacity wired into every one of us. Through groundbreaking neuroscience, Dr. Lisa reveals how our brains are biologically designed to perceive that we are loved, guided, and never truly alone. Jay and Lisa invite us into a new way of living, one where anxiety, heartbreak, disappointment, and uncertainty are no longer viewed as signs that we’ve lost our way, but as invitations into deeper spiritual awakening. Throughout the episode, Jay and Lisa share profoundly personal reflections on life’s “red doors” and “yellow doors”, the moments when what we desperately wanted fell apart, only to lead us somewhere far more aligned, meaningful, and expansive than we could have imagined. Through intimate stories, spiritual practices, and powerful meditations, they explore how intuition, synchronicity, and inner knowing can guide us toward our true path when we finally learn to listen. Jay opens up about protecting his purpose, discovering his calling beyond societal expectations, and the courage it takes to trust the quiet voice within. Lisa beautifully reframes suffering not as punishment or failure, but as the very catalyst that awakens us to greater love, wisdom, and purpose. This episode is a reminder that some of the greatest breakthroughs in life begin with the moments that break us open. In this episode you'll learn: How to Listen to Your Inner Wisdom How to Turn Pain Into Spiritual Growth How to Recognize Signs the Universe Is Sending You How to Feel Guided When Life Feels Uncertain How to Stop Ignoring Your Intuition How to Stay Spiritual in a Busy, Modern World How to Strengthen Your Spiritual Awareness Daily How to Navigate Depression Through a Spiritual Lens Maybe the answers you’ve been searching for aren’t outside of you, but in the quiet voice you’ve been too busy, too hurt, or too afraid to trust. Life won’t always go as planned, but sometimes the detours, disappointments, and closed doors are leading you somewhere deeper than success, toward a life that feels aligned, meaningful, and true. To grab a copy of Lisa’s latest book, The Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life, visit https://www.amazon.com/Awakened-Brain-Science-Spirituality-Inspired/dp/198485562X  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:58 You Were Never Meant to Walk Alone 03:14 Why This Generation Is Craving Spirituality 05:24 The Life-Changing Benefits of Spirituality 06:11 The Hidden Link Between Spirituality and Depression 08:32 What Does it Mean To Be Spiritual? 10:46 The Shift That Makes Life Feel Inspired Again 17:05 When Life Stops Being a Plan and Becomes an Adventure 20:07 The Part of You You’ve Been Ignoring 21:19 The Missing Piece in Mental Health 22:23 The Two Ways You Actually Know Something 25:04 Why Your Purpose Isn’t Something You Find 29:09 How to Finally Hear Your Inner Voice 36:10 What It Feels Like to Touch Something Higher 40:51 Anxiety As A Catalyst  43:52 What If Nothing in Your Life Is Random? 46:52 Learning to Trust Yourself on a Deeper Level 51:32 The Unexpected Path That Leads to Love 56:21 The Habit That’s Making You More Judgmental 57:10 Different Beliefs, One Aligned Relationship 01:02:53 The Subtle Sign You’re With the Wrong Person 01:04:59 The Truth About Money and Meaning 01:05:55 The Mistake That Keeps Spiritual People Broke 01:07:16 Why You Feel Stuck (And How to Get Back Into Flow) 01:10:20 How to Actually Ask for Guidance 01:13:06 The Real Source of Energy, Peace, and Clarity 01:14:15 The Awareness You Were Born With 01:16:16 What Happens When Kids Lose Their Intuition 01:18:08 Why Your Home Shapes Your Spiritual Life 01:21:35 Spirituality vs. Religion: What’s the Difference? 01:24:30 Why a Strong Spiritual Core Changes Everything 01:27:29 Lisa on Final Five  Episode Resources: Website | https://www.lisamillerphd.com/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dr.lisamiller/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You know that moment after a breakup when you find yourself going back to their photos. Not all of them, just the best ones. The trips, the laughs, the versions of you that felt happiest together. And before you even realize it, it starts to feel like you lost something perfect. This is about that moment. The quiet spiral where you begin to question your decision, wondering if you made a mistake, where the relationship in your memory starts to feel better than it actually was. Jay breaks down what’s really happening there. Your mind is editing the past, holding onto the highlights while slowly letting go of the reasons it didn’t work. The arguments, the doubts, the patterns that hurt you all start to fade. So what you’re missing isn’t the full relationship. It’s a curated version of it. Jay unpacks why heartbreak can feel so overwhelming. It’s not just emotional, it’s biological. Your brain responds to the loss like withdrawal, craving the connection it got used to, which is why checking their profile or replaying old conversations can feel almost impossible to resist. Even deeper than that, Jay explains how breakups often tap into something older, patterns of attachment, fears of being left, or the need to feel chosen. When you think you’re missing them, part of what you’re really feeling is the loss of security, identity, and the version of yourself that existed in that relationship. In this episode you'll learn: How to Stop Romanticizing Your Ex How to Break the Late-Night Thought Spiral How to Let Go Without Losing Yourself How to Resist the Urge to Check Their Socials How to Heal Without Reaching Out How to Rebuild Your Identity After a Breakup If you’re in that space right now, missing them, questioning everything, going back and forth in your mind, just know this: what you’re feeling is real, but it doesn’t mean the story you’re telling yourself is true. It means you cared, you attached, and now you’re learning how to let go.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:20 The Version You Miss Isn’t the Whole Truth 07:29 Why Your Mind Rewrites the Past 10:46 The Hidden Patterns That Break Relationships 12:29 What You’re Really Grieving 17:22 The Real Work of Letting Go 19:32 #1: No Contact Rule 21:07 #2: The Full Picture Exercise 22:01 #3: Interrupt the Spiral  23:38 #4: Rebuild Your Identity 26:09 #5: Grief is Grief See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special compilation episode of On Purpose, Jay Shetty brings together three powerful voices in the world of fitness and human performance, Dr. Andy Galpin, Dave Asprey, and Senada Greca, to challenge everything we’ve been told about fitness and strength. This episode isn’t about aesthetics or gym culture. It’s about building real strength that shows up in your life, the kind that lets you pick up your child without pain, lead with energy and focus, and stay independent, capable, and mobile well into your 70s and 80s. Together, they break down why strength training, not endless cardio, is the real driver of longevity, energy, and mental clarity. They share how to train smarter in less time, fuel your body for real results, and build strength that actually carries into how you move, feel, and live every day. Each guest brings a unique angle: Dr. Andy Galpin breaks down why performance is about showing up stronger in everyday life, not just lifting heavier in the gym. Dave Asprey reveals how to “hack” your workouts for maximum results with minimal time perfect for busy or burnout-prone people. Senada Greca shares why strength training is the base of everything and how even beginners can build structure, stay consistent, and transform their mindset through movement. Whether you’re brand new to strength training or just looking to reset your relationship with exercise, this episode is a reminder that strength isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why Building Muscle Protects Your Brain, Bones, and Joints. How to Train Effectively Even if You Don’t Love the Gym. The Best Way to Time Your Meals Around Strength Workouts. How Strength Training Increases Confidence, Clarity, and Leadership. Why Strength is the Secret to Aging Well and Staying Independent. This isn’t about looking a certain way. It’s about living in a way that feels strong, steady, and sustainable. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty. JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What we Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:53 How to Actually Boost Your Health & Longevity 03:39 The Science Of Strength Training 11:36 Hack Laziness Today! 16:09 All You Need is 5 minutes 3 Times A Week  18:02 Train Your Brain To Overcome Laziness 21:24 Why Strength Training Should Be A Priority 27:15 Take Action & Don't Rely On Motivation  30:22 Reward Yourself After Challenging Your Body 34:07 Biggest Misconceptions In Strength Training  35:44 Eat This Right Before & After You Workout! 37:26 How Much Do Genetics Matter? 39:01 Benefits Of Having A Lower Body Fat Percentage 40:01 Is Cardio Important In Strength Training? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes the hardest part of healing isn’t what the world did to you, it’s unlearning the version of yourself you became just to survive it. Today, Jay sits down with Hayden Panettiere for a raw and powerful conversation where she shares the truth behind a life the world thought it knew, but never truly understood. What unfolds isn’t just a story about fame, it’s a powerful reckoning with identity, pain, and resilience. From losing the innocence of a normal childhood to carrying the emotional weight of growing up in the spotlight, Hayden shares how early success came with hidden costs, bullying, isolation, and a lifelong struggle to feel like she truly belonged. This conversation goes beyond the headlines and into the heart of a woman who has spent decades learning how to separate who she is from who the world decided she should be. As the conversation deepens, Hayden opens up about the hidden battles that shaped her adulthood, including addiction, postpartum depression, and the weight of living her trauma both privately and in public. She reflects on the surreal experience of playing a character whose struggles mirrored her own, where the line between performance and real life pain began to blur. Together, they unpack the patterns, the pressure to please, and the emotions she never had the space to process that kept her stuck in cycles she couldn’t break. Within it all, a powerful truth emerges: healing isn’t linear, and even in the darkest moments, there’s a quiet strength still fighting to rise. Through grief, loss, and unimaginable challenges, Hayden is learning to reclaim her voice, trust herself again, and step into a new chapter defined not by survival, but by intention. In this episode you'll learn: How to Heal When Your Identity Was Shaped by Others How to Rebuild Self-Trust After Years of Self-Doubt How to Break Free from Toxic and Abusive Cycles How to Cope with Anxiety That Feels Never-Ending How to Navigate Postpartum Depression Without Shame How to Stop Living for Approval and Start Living for Yourself How to Let Go of the Need to Fix Everyone How to Set Boundaries with People You Love How to Keep Going When Life Keeps Breaking You If you see parts of yourself in this story, the doubt, the pain, the patterns you wish you could break, know that you’re not alone, and more importantly, you’re not stuck. Healing doesn’t happen all at once, and it doesn’t require perfection. This Is Me: A Reckoning is Hayden’s memoir where she shares a rare and intimate glimpse into her life behind closed doors, opening up about postpartum depression, addiction and recovery, trauma, domestic abuse, and loss. To get a copy, visit: https://www.amazon.com/This-Is-Me-A-Reckoning/dp/B0G7L8QSTK  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  Head to miraclegro.com to check out all of their easy-to-use products and start your growth journey today What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:53 A Childhood Memory That Shaped Your Strength 03:11 Realizing Your Childhood Wasn’t “Normal” 05:03 Feeling Too Much While Trying to Find Where You Belong 08:08 Turning Early Bullying into Inner Strength 12:12 Growing Up Before You Were Ready 14:55 The Moment You Stop Living for Your Family’s Expectations 18:09 Releasing the Need for Everyone’s Approval 22:33 Meeting Your Real Self For the First Time 24:42 Choosing Yourself and Finding Peace 27:07 Finding Strength When You Don’t Feel Safe 31:21 Learning to Rise After Betrayal 35:18 Learning to Trust Yourself Again After Being Let Down 37:04 Staying Steady When Everything Around You Isn’t 39:19 The Cost of Living for Applause 44:21 Letting Yourself Love Again 48:25 Finding Strength Through Anxiety 55:35 The Reality of Postpartum No One Talks About 01:00:27 Losing Everything You Built and Starting Again 01:03:52 The Truth About Postpartum Depression 01:07:41 Letting Go Even When It Hurts 01:14:57 Choosing What’s Best for Your Child 01:17:18 Staying Close Even When You’re Far Apart 01:21:16 Finding the Strength to Leave an Abusive Relationship 01:30:41 Rebuilding Yourself After Trauma 01:35:36 Finding the Courage to Ask for Help 01:37:46 Walking Away and Reclaiming Your Power Episode Resources: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/haydenpanettiere/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peace is something we often treat like a destination, something we’ll finally reach once life quiets down, problems fade, and everything feels under control. In this episode, Jay challenges that idea. Peace isn’t something you arrive at, it’s something you build in real time. It’s the ability to stay grounded, even when life isn’t. He explains how peace rarely disappears in one dramatic moment. It fades gradually through small compromises, unspoken truths, tolerated behaviors, and the quiet ways we begin to lose ourselves just to keep everything else running. Over time, those choices add up, leaving us feeling drained without always understanding why. Jay invites us to take a closer look at the hidden cost of your relationships, your work, and even your own thinking. From the emotional weight you carry for others to how tightly your identity is tied to being productive, he shows that a lot of your exhaustion is not just about what you do, it is about what you are constantly holding together. Jay also challenges the idea that loyalty means sacrificing yourself, encouraging a more honest look at the people and patterns in your life. Real peace, as he explains, comes from clarity. It requires the willingness to see things as they are, not just how you wish they were. In this episode you'll learn: How to Identify What’s Draining Your Energy How to Reduce Emotional Labor in Relationships How to Break Free from Family Roles That Exhaust You How to Separate Your Identity from Your Work How to Build Daily Habits That Restore Your Peace If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or quietly disconnected from yourself, know that it doesn’t have to stay that way. Peace isn’t something reserved for a different life or a future version of you, it’s something you can begin rebuilding right where you are. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:24 Reclaim Your Peace 03:59 When Family Dynamics Start Draining You 06:58 Choosing Depth Over More Friends 09:58 Who Are You Without What You Do 11:31 The Pressure to Always Be Available 14:51 How You Might Be Undermining Your Own Peace 18:05 #1: Identify What’s Quietly Draining You 19:25 #2: Build a Non-Negotiable Anchor for Peace 20:41 #3: Learning to Disappoint Without Guilt 22:23 #4: Designing a Space That Protects Your Energy 23:08 #5: The Power of Doing Nothing See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay sits down with trailblazing entrepreneur and investor Anjula Acharia to explore what it really takes to turn pain into purpose. Anjula opens up about her early experiences with bullying and feeling like she never quite fit in, and how those moments ended up shaping her rather than breaking her. Growing up between different worlds, Anjula unknowingly developed the superpower that would define her career: the ability to see what others miss and connect things that seem completely separate. What once felt like isolation became intuition, and what once felt like rejection became a powerful redirection toward a life of impact and influence. Together, Jay and Anjula explore the side of success we rarely see. Beyond the headlines of billion-dollar brands and global icons is a journey shaped by failure, self-doubt, and constant reinvention. Anjula opens up about a time when she lost everything at once, her business, her marriage, and her sense of identity, and how hitting rock bottom became a turning point rather than an ending. She shares that success is not about having a clear plan, but about trusting your instincts, listening closely, and having the courage to grow. Anjula’s story is a powerful reminder that the moments that feel like everything is falling apart are often the ones quietly setting us up for something greater. In this episode you'll learn: How to Turn Rejection Into Your Greatest Advantage How to Build Confidence When You Don’t Fit In How to Network Even When You Have Nothing to Offer How to Become a Connector People Value How to Pitch Ideas That Actually Get Attention How to Attract Mentors Without Asking Directly How to Trust Your Instincts in Uncertain Moments How to Reinvent Yourself After Hitting Rock Bottom You don’t need to have everything figured out to move forward, you just need the willingness to keep going, especially when things don’t make sense yet. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 03:30 Overcoming Childhood Bullying 07:24 Turning Difference Into Your Superpower 10:52 The Unexpected Rise in Podcasting 14:17 Is Networking Actually Important? 17:00 The Power of Connecting People 18:50 How to Network With Confidence 18:50 The Networking Shift That Changes Everything 22:27 What Great Mentorship Actually Looks Like 24:12 Who Deserves Your Time and Guidance 26:00 The Skill of Trusting Your Own Instincts 32:06 How to Make Anyone Say Yes 37:54 The Bet That Brought a Global Star to Hollywood 41:27 The Moment You Stop Trying to Belong 43:55 Turning Culture Into Global Influence 46:05 Saying What You Mean So People Actually Listen 48:40 What’s Really Changing in Film Right Now 51:01 Why Bumble Was More Than Just a Bet 52:12 The Unexpected Rise of AI Influencers 55:39 Using AI to Multiply Your Impact 56:45 The Hidden Reason Most Businesses Collapse 58:13 Starting Over Without Fear 01:00:18 Staying Steady When Everyone Doubts You 01:03:58 The Comeback Mindset After Failure 01:22:15 Anjula on Final Five   Episode Resources: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/anjula_acharia/  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjula-acharia-206735  X | https://x.com/anjulaacharia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today,  Jay Shetty welcomes back Esther Perel to unpack a growing tension in modern relationships: in a world more connected than ever, why so many people feel deeply disconnected. Esther reframes dating struggles as something deeper than love itself, pointing to a broader loss of real-life social practice. Without the everyday interactions that once taught us how to approach, connect, and handle rejection, dating now feels like a high-stakes performance instead of a natural progression. What was once built through play, curiosity, and gradual connection has been compressed into a single moment of pressure, turning love into something overwhelming rather than something we can explore. Jay and Esther explore the illusion of connection in the digital age, where texting replaces talking and screens replace presence. Esther explains how this disembodied way of relating strips away the elements that create real intimacy, like eye contact, tone of voice, touch, and shared energy. While it can feel like we are communicating more, we are often losing depth, nuance, and emotional resonance. This shift has shaped a culture that avoids friction and discomfort, yet still feels more anxious, lonely, and exhausted. In trying to make relationships easier and more efficient, we may be losing the very experiences that give them meaning. In this episode you'll learn: How to Build Real Connection Offline How to Turn Dating Into Discovery, Not Pressure How to Be More Curious Instead of Judgmental How to Create Attraction Through Presence Not Perfection How to Ask for What You Truly Need How to Build Trust in Small, Consistent Moments How to Balance Independence and Interdependence How to Stay Open to Love Without a Checklist If there’s one thing to hold onto, it’s this: nothing about love is broken, you’re just being asked to approach it differently. The world may have made connection feel more complicated, but at its core, it still comes back to showing up, being present, and allowing yourself to be seen without needing to get everything right. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:11 Why Is Gen Z Dating Less? 04:23 The Disappearance of Physical Connection 06:26 Living in a Fully Contactless World 09:54 Connected, Yet Deeply Disconnected 12:01 Dating in the Age of Surveillance 14:11 Why Real Connection Feels Harder Than Ever 17:07 Why Love Falls Flat Without Friction 18:41 The Missing Skills No One Taught Us About Love 24:35 The Hidden Power Struggles Shaping Modern Relationships 27:05 The 4 Pillars of Relational Intelligence 30:07 Have We Lost the Ability to Problem-Solve? 32:38 How to Know If You Can Really Trust Someone 36:44 From “Me” to “We”  38:27 Should You Make a Dating Checklist?  41:04 Why Dating Feels Like a Full-Time Job 43:00 The Pressure Behind “Intentional” Dating 47:50 When Love Doesn’t Speak Your Language 50:25 Why Talking to AI Feels Easier Than People 55:16 The Trap of Wanting Love to Feel Effortless 56:35 Is Love Supposed to Be Hard? 57:58 Why Wanting Love Isn’t “Cringe” 01:02:43 Codependence vs Healthy Love 01:07:09 What Actually Keeps Desire Alive? 01:10:26 Breaking Down Viral Relationship Myths   01:17:38 Esther on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://www.estherperel.com/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@estherperel  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/esther.perel/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/estherperelofficial  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/estherperel  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@estherperel_official  Substack | https://estherperel.substack.com/  Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel Mating in Captivity: Unlocking Erotic Intelligence See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay explores a truth most of us instinctively avoid: we no longer know how to be alone with our own thoughts. He reflects on how our constant need for stimulation, scrolling, watching, filling every empty second, is not just a habit, but a quiet escape from ourselves. What we often dismiss as “boredom” isn’t something to fix, but a signal, quietly guiding us toward clarity, deeper self-awareness, and inner peace. Jay brings in modern neuroscience to explain why boredom is not empty at all. He introduces the concept of the Default Mode Network, the part of the brain responsible for self-reflection, creativity, empathy, and imagining the future. This system only activates when we stop consuming and allow our minds to wander. In a world engineered to keep us constantly distracted, we are gradually disconnecting from the very mechanism that helps us understand ourselves and generate our best ideas. In this episode you'll learn: How to Stop Reaching for Your Phone Automatically How to Turn Idle Moments Into Creative Breakthroughs How to Activate Your Brain’s Default Mode Network How to Build a Daily Practice of Doing Nothing How to Break the Habit of Constant Stimulation How to Create Space for Deep Thinking and Clarity You don’t need to fill every moment to live a meaningful life. The pauses you’ve been avoiding may be the very spaces where clarity, peace, and creativity begin. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:33 Can Anybody Just Sit Still Anymore? 03:01 What is the Scientific Definition of Boredom? 12:33 The Persuasion Machines 16:09 The Ancient Art of Doing Nothing 18:07 #1: Understand What You're Doing 18:49 #2: The 3-Minute Hold 20:13 #3: Do One Boring Thing 21:14 #4: Get Bored on Purpose See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay sits down with Bridget Bahl, entrepreneur and founder of the fashion brand The Bar, who has built a powerful community through her honesty about life, faith, and relationships. What begins as a conversation about success and ambition evolves into something far more personal, a journey through fear, uncertainty, and the quiet strength it takes to keep going when life feels out of your control. Bridget shares what it looks like to move from constantly striving for more to being forced to slow down, reflect, and rediscover what truly matters, not in theory, but in real time. Jay and Bridget open up about the emotional layers we rarely talk about, the grief that can exist alongside gratitude, the pressure to stay strong, and the reality that healing is not always linear. After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Bridget began sharing her journey with honesty and resilience, using her platform to bring awareness, hope, and purpose to others. Her story reflects something deeply familiar, that we often do not realize how much we take for granted until life demands our full attention. Through her vulnerability, Bridget reminds us that even in the hardest moments, meaning can still be found in the people who show up, the perspective we gain, and the small shifts that change how we live each day. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Stay Strong in Uncertainty How to Let Go of Control How to Support Someone Through Difficult Times How to Listen to Your Body Early How to Hold Grief and Gratitude At the Same Time How to Keep Faith in Life’s Hardest Moments Whatever season you’re in right now, whether life feels overwhelming, uncertain, or just not how you imagined, this is your reminder that you’re stronger than you think. Even in the moments that feel heavy or unclear, there is still meaning being formed and growth happening beneath the surface.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:22 Where Her Journey Began 06:33 The Moment Everything Changed  10:12 Why Early Detection Matters 17:15 The Reality of Living with Cancer  22:16 “Why Is This Happening to Me?”  24:14 Facing the First Chemotherapy Appointment 26:34 Learning to Be Softer with Yourself 28:24 Redefining Strength Through Pain 34:54 What Not to Say to Someone with Cancer 38:24 Choosing a Partner Who Shows Up In Sickness & Health 41:03 The Husband List 45:30 How Their Love Story Began 46:06 You’re Not Behind in Love 47:55 Choosing Joy, Even When It’s Hard 51:38 Rebuilding Confidence After Struggle 53:36 How to Keep Going When It’s Tough 57:25 Honest Conversations with Faith 58:14 Learning to Hold Grief and Gratitude 01:03:24 This Too Shall Pass 01:04:20 What’s the Best That Could Happen? Episode Resources: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/bridget/   TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@bridgezilla See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We spend so much time waiting to feel ready, not realizing that confidence only comes after we begin. Today, Jay sits down with Leila Hormozi to explore what truly drives success, not just in business but in becoming the person who can sustain it. What emerges is a powerful shift in perspective. Confidence is not something you chase, it is something you earn through competence. Leila shares candid stories from her early struggles with insecurity, rejection, and self-doubt, revealing that real growth begins the moment you stop waiting to feel ready and start taking action anyway. Together, they unpack a hard truth. The path to confidence is built through failure, humility, and the willingness to be seen as “bad” before becoming great. The conversation moves beyond mindset into the mechanics of success, including discipline, leadership, and emotional resilience. Leila reframes discipline not as a personality trait, but as a system you design within your environment, making the right actions easier and the wrong ones harder. Leila also challenges the belief that strategy or market conditions determine success. Instead, she emphasizes that the real differentiator is your ability to manage your mind and emotions under pressure. Through stories of entrepreneurs who lost everything, not because of poor tactics, but because they could not stay grounded, she highlights that inner stability is the true foundation of long-term success. In this episode you'll learn: How to Build Confidence Through Competence How to Take Action Before You Feel Ready How to Turn Rejection Into Growth How to Stay Disciplined Using Simple Systems How to Manage Your Emotions Under Pressure How to Lean Into Discomfort How to Create Consistency That Drives Results How to Lead People Without Losing Trust How to Build a Successful Business Without Losing Your Values How to Focus on What Truly Moves You Forward You don’t need to have everything figured out to move forward, you just need to be willing to start where you are. Growth isn’t about feeling confident every step of the way; it’s about showing up even when you’re unsure, uncomfortable, or afraid. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 05:00 What Actually Builds Confidence? 06:40 Stop Waiting to Feel Ready To Take Action 11:28 You Have to Be Bad Before You Get Good 14:41 Lean Into Fear and Discomfort 20:25 What’s Actually Blocking Your Success 26:00 Can You Handle the Pressure of Success? 35:00 Discipline Isn’t Willpower 43:20 Is Work-Life Balance Possible? 49:41 How to Find Purpose in Any Job 53:00 What It Really Means to Be a CEO 57:24 The Hiring Mistake Most People Make 01:04:00 What Makes You Stand Out Instantly 01:12:00 The Most Overrated Leadership Traits 01:14:13 Should People Fear or Respect You? 01:18:00 The Secret to Building High-Trust Teams 01:19:00 Carrot or Stick: What Actually Works? 01:24:00 How to Give Productive Feedback  01:30:24 The Truth About Women and Independence 01:36:20 When Life Doesn’t Match Your Expectations 01:39:14 How to Handle Criticism Without Breaking 01:46:06 The Hidden Cost of Chasing Success 01:51:00 How to Rethink Your Relationship With Money 01:54:43 Leila on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://www.acquisition.com/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@leilahormozi  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/leilahormozi/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/leilahormozi/  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/leilahormozi  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@leilahormozi  X | https://x.com/LeilaHormozi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay opens with an honest observation: most books don’t actually change your life. While many offer inspiration in the moment, they rarely shift how we truly think or live. What makes the difference, Jay explains, isn’t how much you read, it’s whether a single idea stays with you long enough to reshape your decisions, habits, and identity. Jay shares 10 books that genuinely changed his life, and the specific lessons that stayed with him long after he turned the last page. From rethinking how we judge our decisions to letting go of the need for approval, each book challenged a belief he once held. Jay explores how we often misinterpret our experiences, chase a single definition of purpose, and overwhelm our minds with unnecessary mental clutter. He also unpacks the hidden patterns that drive so much of our stress, like the illusion of certainty in our thinking and the instinct to defend our beliefs instead of questioning them. Through these insights, Jay invites you to look at your own thinking more closely, and to become more intentional about how you make decisions, what you believe, and how you show up every day. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Clear Mental Clutter and Think Better How to Question Your Own Thinking How to Take Action Without Perfection How to Understand People You Disagree With How to Focus on Effort, Not Results You are allowed to grow at your own pace. You are allowed to not have everything figured out. What matters is that you keep showing up with intention, with awareness, and with the courage to do things differently, even when it feels uncomfortable. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:46 Book 1: How to Decide: Why We Judge Decisions the Wrong Way 04:49 Book 2: Finding Your Element (The Myth of One True Purpose) 07:07 Book 3: An Organized Mind 09:48 Book 4: The Courage To Be Disliked 13:28 Book 5: Thinking, Fast and Slow 16:36 Book 6: Flow State  18:50 Book 7: The Lean Startup - Stop Overthinking, Start Testing 21:33 Book 8: The Righteous Mind 24:50 Book 9: Lessons From the Bhagavad Gita 27:04 Book 10: Breath: A Simple Way to Reset Your State See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes it’s not your situation holding you back, it’s the story you’ve been telling yourself about it. Jay sits down with entrepreneur and speaker Sean Callagy to explore what it truly means to live with freedom, purpose, and influence. They reflect on how many of us are shaped, often unconsciously, by limiting beliefs formed through family, society, and early experiences, and how those narratives can quietly define what we believe is possible. Sean offers a powerful reframe of success, not as external achievement, but as becoming “unblinded,” learning to see our own potential clearly and make decisions that are no longer driven by fear. Through deeply personal stories, including his journey of gradually losing his vision, he shares how adversity can become a catalyst for urgency, clarity, and growth, rather than a limitation. Jay and Sean examine the invisible barriers that hold people back, especially the conflicting messages we carry about money, identity, and self-worth. Sean explains that many people struggle not because they lack ability, but because they’ve been conditioned to believe success requires suffering or that wealth compromises integrity. He reframes influence as the most powerful human skill, the ability to create meaningful “yeses” with others through trust, empathy, and genuine value. Throughout the conversation, they share practical ways to begin shifting these patterns, from developing deeper listening skills to building more authentic connections, highlighting that real influence isn’t about manipulation, but about making people feel truly seen, heard, and understood. In this episode you'll learn: How to Break Free from Limiting Beliefs How to Influence Others with Integrity How to Take the Next Best Step in Life How to Reframe Fear into Opportunity How to Create Value That Attracts People How to Master the Art of Meaningful Conversations How to Turn Adversity into Purpose How to Build a Life of Freedom and Fulfillment You are more capable than you think, and your path doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. When you choose to learn, to listen deeply, and to show up with intention, you begin to create opportunities, not just for yourself, but for others too. Welcome to the world’s first AI-driven business enablement system built on the Unblinded Formula, ACTi, where artificial intelligence meets human actualization. To learn more, visit https://acti.ai/  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:57 What Does Success Really Mean? 02:15 Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs 04:38 What’s Actually Holding You Back? 07:57 The Beliefs You Didn’t Choose (But Still Control You) 11:53 Losing His Vision And What It Changed Forever 14:32 When the Dream You Built No Longer Fits 17:32 What to Do When You Don’t Know What’s Next 20:40 Rebuilding When Life Doesn’t Go to Plan 22:45 Feeling Stuck? Start Here 25:45 The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything 29:59 The #1 Skill That Makes People Say “Yes” 34:47 Starting Over Without Losing Yourself 35:51 The Moment You Choose Courage Over Comfort 39:04 Your First Real Move in Business 40:36 Why Failure Is the Fastest Way Forward 44:42 When Money Stops Feeling So Hard 48:30 If You Don’t Believe It, No One Else Will 51:35 Creating Value People Actually Care About 58:01 Turning Effort Into Real Results 01:02:18 Growing Beyond Yourself (Scaling What Works) 01:04:26 What It Really Takes to Lead People 01:07:15 Becoming Someone People Can’t Ignore 01:11:36 AI, Work, and What’s Coming Next 01:13:06 The Identity Shift That Changes Your Life 01:17:09 Designing the Next Version of You 01:20:36 Becoming Proof That Change Is Possible 01:24:52 Sean on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://unblindedmastery.com/  Website | https://callagylaw.com/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@SeanCallagy  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/seanrcallagy/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/seanrcallagy/  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/seancallagy  Unblinded with Sean Callagy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes we become so fixated on improving our lives that we stop asking a more important question: what actually matters? Jay sits down with Tim Ferriss for something deeper than a discussion on productivity, it’s an exploration of how to live with real intention. Instead of chasing shortcuts or stacking habits, Jay turns the focus inward, examining how our thoughts, emotions, and daily choices quietly shape the life we end up living. Drawing from years of personal experimentation, Tim draws from years of experimentation to reveal a powerful truth: most of what holds us back isn’t a lack of discipline, it’s a lack of alignment, between what we say matters, what we focus on, and how we actually live. Throughout the conversation, Jay returns to a theme he often explores, the tension between achievement and acceptance. In a world that rewards constant hustle and endless optimization, it’s easy to believe we always need to do more, fix more, and become more. Tim opens up about his own struggles with anxiety and obsessive thinking, offering a more grounded view of growth, one that isn’t just about pushing forward, it’s also about knowing when to pause, simplify, and let go of what no longer serves you. In this episode you'll learn: How to Focus on What Truly Matters How to Stop Chasing the Wrong Goals How to Improve Your Life by Subtracting How to Build Better Daily Habits How to Ask Better Questions for Clarity How to Avoid Burnout While Staying Productive How to Break Free from Distractions How to Create Meaningful Progress in Life How to Align Your Actions with Your Purpose Real change often begins with a single shift, paying attention to where your energy goes, questioning what truly matters, and giving yourself permission to slow down when needed. Growth isn’t just about doing more; it’s about doing what’s right for you, with intention. Check out Tim’s 17 Questions That Changed My Life, the free ebook with 17 questions he returns to when he feels stuck. Visit: https://timferriss.kit.com/78e83e43a5  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:05 A Life Designed with Intention 07:58 Rethinking How We Use Our Energy 13:48 Reimagining How We Fuel Ourselves  18:30 The Mind-Body Connection 28:57 How Do You Actually Build a New Habit? 34:24 How to Create Momentum Without Burning Out 37:39 The Cost of Overthinking Everything 41:45 Exploring New Frontiers of Healing 44:30 Hustle vs. Balance: Finding the Middle Ground 52:30 The Danger of Living in “The Simmering Six” 56:26 Why Relationships Matter More Than Success 01:00:01 Learning to Be Fully Present 01:05:21 The Practice of Acceptance 01:11:39 Navigating Conflict and Emotions 01:15:20 Communicating Without Creating Distance 01:16:56 The Questions That Change Your Life 01:19:04 Are You Chasing Field Mice or Antelope? 01:31:06 Breaking Free from the Noise 01:34:35 The Power of Subtraction Over Addition 01:36:02 Thinking Differently to Win 01:38:54 Questions from the Audience 01:44:52 What Sets the Top 1% Apart 01:47:05 The Balance Between Growth and Acceptance  01:54:17 Tim on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://tim.blog/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/timferriss  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/TimFerriss/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/timferriss/  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/timferriss/  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@timferriss  X | https://x.com/tferriss See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay invites us to slow down and question the invisible beliefs quietly running our lives. He reveals how much of our stress, our careers, relationships, ambitions, and insecurities, isn’t the result of conscious choice, but of expectations we’ve inherited and never stopped to examine. At the heart of the episode is a disarming question: Are you living your life, or performing someone else’s script? What follows is a powerful unraveling, one that challenges avoidance, reshapes how we define ambition, and calls us into a more honest relationship with ourselves. Jay explores the subtle ways we hold ourselves back: staying busy to avoid clarity, mistaking force for discipline, and choosing relationships that reflect how we see ourselves rather than who we’re becoming. He shows how our environments, our circles, and even the roles we play begin to quietly shape our identity. Drawing from psychology, philosophy, and lived experience, he reframes growth not as chasing perfection, but as pursuing alignment, where our actions begin to match what truly matters, even when it’s uncomfortable. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Identify What You Truly Want How to Break Free from Inherited Beliefs How to Stop Being Busy and Start Being Effective How to Choose People Who Elevate You How to Let Go of Suffering That No Longer Serves You How to Build Better Relationships with Yourself If there’s one thing to remember, it’s this: you are not behind, you are evolving. Every doubt, every mistake, every moment of uncertainty is not proof that you’re failing, but evidence that you’re growing.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:11 10 Harsh Truths That Will Change Your Life 02:07 #1: What You Avoid Is What You Need Most 05:16 #2: Are You Chasing What You Actually Want? 08:17 #3: The Cost of Pretending to Be Someone You’re Not 11:55 #4: Discipline Is Choosing What Matters, Not What’s Easy 15:00 #5: Your Inner Circle Directly Shapes Your Life 18:00 #6: Busyness Is the Ultimate Distraction 19:55 #7: Your Suffering Won’t Be Rewarded 22:48 #8: Your 30s Are Built in Your 20s 25:47 #9: Your Relationship With Yourself Comes First 28:20 #10: You Don’t Find Your Life You Build It 29:27 Final Reflections & Takeaways  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ve been taught that success at work is what leads to happiness, but in reality, it’s how work actually feels that shapes the rest of our lives. Jay sits down with Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, Professor of Economics and Behavioural Science at the University of Oxford and Director of the Wellbeing Research Centre, and almost immediately, they land on something most of us feel but rarely say out loud: work takes up the majority of our lives, yet very few of us actually feel good while doing it. Jan shares a striking reality - less than a quarter of people report high levels of wellbeing at work. More importantly, how you feel at work doesn’t stay there, it follows you home. It shapes how you speak to your partner, how you show up for your kids, even how you engage with the world around you. This conversation isn’t just about jobs or careers, it’s about the emotional tone of our lives, and ultimately, our society. Together, they explore why so many people, especially younger generations, are struggling right now. While it’s easy to point to social media, Jan challenges that idea and points to something deeper: rising costs, uncertainty about the future, and a growing sense that the path forward isn’t as clear as it once was. There’s a quiet anxiety about whether hard work still pays off. In a world full of answers, the real skill now is asking better questions. It’s a subtle yet powerful shift, from chasing certainty to embracing curiosity. Jay and Jan unpack the relationship between money and happiness, revealing a truth that feels both grounding and surprising: beyond a certain point, more money doesn’t lead to more fulfillment. What we begin to crave instead is connection, meaning, and time, the very things we often sacrifice in the pursuit of success. In this episode you'll learn: How to Improve Your Wellbeing at Work Without Changing Jobs How to Find Meaning in Work That Feels Repetitive How to Build Stronger Connections in a Lonely Workplace How to Balance Ambition and Wellbeing Without Burning Out How to Redefine Success Beyond Money and Status How to Ask Better Questions in an Uncertain Future How to Create a Workplace Culture People Actually Enjoy How to Stay Happy Even as Responsibilities Grow How to Make Work Feel More Human and Less Transactional How to Protect Your Energy While Still Performing at Your Best When you begin to prioritize those things, even in small ways, you’ll notice something powerful: your energy changes, your perspective shifts, and your life starts to feel more aligned. Why does workplace wellbeing matter? Find out the answer here: http://whyworkplacewellbeingmatters.com/ The World Happiness Report is the world’s foremost publication on global wellbeing and how to improve it. To learn more, visit https://www.worldhappiness.report/  Learn more about interdisciplinary research on wellbeing at the University of Oxford by visiting https://wellbeing.hmc.ox.ac.uk/  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:33 What Actually Makes Us Happy? 03:11 Why Young People Are Struggling 05:40 The Rising Cost of Education 08:09 Skills That Matter More Now 11:11 How Much Money Is Enough? 18:46 Why Are Youth People Less Happy? 21:14 The Hidden Cost of Loneliness 29:42 Why Feeling Good at Work Changes Everything 33:15 What Great Leaders Do Differently 36:14 Most Leaders Get This Wrong 46:17 What Actually Makes Work Feel Good 50:41 The Biggest Lie We Believe About Work 54:34 Remote Work Is Breaking Something We Didn’t Expect 58:16 Does Your Work Follow You Home? 01:00:13 The Signs You’re in a Toxic Workplace 01:00:41 Why Your Work Feels Meaningless (And How to Change It) 01:04:25 The Truth About Work-Life Balance 01:07:00 What Actually Matters at the End of the Day 01:08:45 Jan on Final Five Episode Resources: LinkedIn | https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jan-emmanuel-de-neve-76b3651  X | https://x.com/jedeneve See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Parenting today feels like navigating endless advice while quietly wondering if you’re doing any of it right. Jay sits down with bestselling author and economist Emily Oster to unpack one of the most overwhelming journeys many people will ever face: becoming a parent. In a world filled with endless advice, social media pressure, and conflicting research, parenting can start to feel like a test you’re constantly failing. Emily offers a refreshing, data-driven perspective that helps parents cut through the noise, separating real evidence from the myths that fuel unnecessary anxiety. From pregnancy and fertility to sleep training and screen time, this conversation reveals what truly matters and what parents can finally let go of. Together, Jay and Emily challenge many of the parenting beliefs we’ve accepted without question. They explore why modern parents feel so overwhelmed by information and expectations, when the data actually shows there are many “right” ways to raise a child. Emily breaks down how correlation is often mistaken for causation in parenting advice and how that misunderstanding quietly drives guilt, fear, and comparison. Whether it’s breastfeeding versus formula, screen time, sleep training, or developmental milestones, Emily encourages parents to move away from perfection and toward confident, thoughtful decision-making. In this episode you'll learn: How to Stop Overthinking Parenting Decisions How to Decide What Parenting Advice to Ignore How to Choose the Sleep Strategy That Works for Your Family How to Raise Kids with a Growth Mindset How to Plan Parenting Decisions Before Problems Arise How to Let Go of the Pressure to Parent Perfectly Parenting can feel overwhelming, especially in a world filled with endless advice, opinions, and expectations. The truth is, raising a child isn’t about getting every small decision perfectly right, it’s about showing up with love, care, and intention, day after day. Emily’s book, Expecting Better: Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong--and What You Really Need to Know, offers guidance through pregnancy and motherhood. Grab a copy now. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:39 Why Does Parenting Feel Harder Today? 04:06 What the Data Really Says About Parenting 05:24 Don’t Trust This Fertility Advice! 07:56 What Affects Sperm Health 09:51 Lifestyle Habits That Affect Fertility 12:26 Are Antidepressants Safe During Pregnancy? 15:02 Which Pregnancy Rules Actually Matter (And Which Don’t) 18:25 When Is the Best Age to Have Kids? 21:56 Common Pregnancy Myths Debunked 31:19 How Dads Can Support After Birth 34:09 What’s Actually Best for the Baby? 36:51 More Parenting and Pregnancy Myths 44:20 How to Deal With Mom Guilt 47:55 How to Raise Confident Kids 54:28 Parenting Decisions That Cause Stress 56:27 The Truth About Sleep Training 01:02:03 Does Crying It Out Harm Attachment? 01:04:12 How Much Screen Time Is Too Much? 01:09:40 The Truth About Childhood Vaccines 01:12:02 Are Kids Being Overmedicated? 01:14:35 The Many Paths to Parenthood 01:16:49 This or That: Parenting Edition 01:24:31 Emily on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://parentdata.org/  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/emily.oster.509/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/profemilyoster  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/parentdata  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@profemilyoster  X | https://x.com/ProfEmilyOster  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How many times have you said something, and it didn’t come across the way you meant it to? Today, Jay unpacks why so many of us feel unheard at work, at home, and even in our closest relationships. He shares a powerful insight: communication isn’t defined by what you say, but by how it’s received. Most of us overestimate how clearly we express ourselves, creating a hidden gap between intention and impact. Jay reframes communication as a shared responsibility, reminding us that real connection isn’t about winning arguments, but about being clear, compassionate, and protecting the relationship while speaking your truth. Jay then explores the core principles that help people actually listen, beginning with the ability to regulate your nervous system before you speak. When emotions take over, we react rather than respond, often escalating conflict instead of easing it. He highlights why clarity is more powerful than intensity, and how simple, intentional language fosters trust and cooperation, while emotional overload creates distance. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Communicate So People Actually Listen How to Regulate Your Emotions Before Speaking How to Speak Without Triggering Defensiveness How to Ask Questions That Build Understanding How to De-escalate Difficult Conversations When you focus on being understood instead of being right, conversations become safer, relationships grow stronger, and conflict loses its power. With intention, patience, and compassion, your words can become a bridge, not a barrier, to the life and relationships you truly want. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast SpringFest is happening now, and our best lineup is here at http://www.lowes.com What We Discuss: 00:47 Are You a Good Communicator? 02:31 How Effective Communicators Make an Impact 03:24 #1: Regulate Before You Communicate 06:24 #2: Clarity Over Intensity 08:40 #3: People Argue with Threat NOT Facts 11:11 #4: Ask More Questions, Make Fewer Statements 12:51 #5: Tone Carries More Than Words 15:27 #6: End Conversations with Alignment 21:13 The Goal of Proper Communication See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if everything you’ve been told about success is missing one key ingredient, how deeply you care?  Jay sits down with David Grutman, one of the most influential names in global hospitality, who built a world-renowned empire from the ground up. Together they unpack a powerful idea that challenges conventional wisdom: what if the real secret to success isn’t detachment, but deeply caring? From his early days as a bartender to creating iconic experiences that shape culture, David reveals how taking things personally, your work, your relationships, and every detail of what you put into the world, can become a driving force for growth. While most people are taught to brush things off, David chose the opposite, turning mistakes, rejection, and feedback into fuel to sharpen his craft and raise his standards. Jay highlights how David’s success wasn’t built on titles or transactions, but on genuine human connection. From remembering a guest’s drink to building long-term relationships with artists and entrepreneurs, David reveals that real influence comes from adding value without expectation. Jay reflects on how many people chase quick wins or surface-level networking, but true impact lies in playing the long game, showing up consistently, investing in others, and creating meaningful experiences that people never forget. In this episode you'll learn: How to Turn Mistakes Into Growth How to Build Relationships That Last How to Make People Feel Seen and Valued How to Build Confidence Without a Title How to Give Feedback That Actually Works How to Stay Grounded While Winning Every setback carries a lesson, and every interaction is an opportunity to build something meaningful. When you focus on adding value, staying curious, and giving your best, you begin to create momentum that others can feel. If you’re ready to level up how you show up in life and relationships, don’t miss David Grutman’s latest book, Take It Personal. Pre-order your copy today, visit: https://zandoprojects.com/books/take-it-personal-hardcover  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:11 Why You Should Take It Personal 05:26 The Small Details That Make People Feel Seen 07:48 The Real Path to Self-Improvement 08:47 Turning Anger Into Growth 09:55 How to Give Feedback That Actually Works 11:22 Creating a 10/10 Customer Experience 12:41 Every Day Is a New Opportunity 14:20 Always Bet on Yourself 16:14 Building Something From Nothing 18:06 The Power of Genuine Relationships 21:33 Does Networking Actually Work? 24:09 How to Play the Long Game  28:31 The Truth About Real Success 31:10 Lessons From a Difficult Childhood 32:36 Becoming the Parent You Needed 33:57 Balancing Ambition and Family Life 35:12 Evolving Into Your Next Chapter 38:01 The Power of Being a Connector 39:35 Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset 41:27 Check Your Ego at the Door  43:36 Staying Grounded While Winning 45:38 The Strength of a True Partnership 48:23 What Makes a Truly Great Idea? 50:19 What Makes Someone Worth Betting On? 51:40 Learning to Slow Down and Reflect 52:52 Finding Joy in the Present Moment 54:17 The One Rule to Live By: Just Be Good 56:14 David in Final Five  Episode Resources: Website | https://groothospitality.com/  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/davegrutman/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/davidgrutman/  X | https://x.com/DaveGrutman  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay sits down with singer-songwriter Noah Kahan to break down the pressure that comes after “making it” - the imposter syndrome, the constant comparison, and the fear of losing it all. Noah shares how music became his escape from anxiety growing up, what it felt like to finally land the record deal he dreamed of, and why success didn’t silence the doubt, it amplified it. Jay and Noah unpack the myth of the “tortured artist,” and the quiet fear that healing might take away what makes you creative. Noah opens up about his recent OCD diagnosis, how he let go of the belief that he had to suffer for his art, and what it took to find his voice again without relying on pain. Noah speaks candidly about his struggles with body dysmorphia and the unexpected therapy of creating his documentary. Together they explore what it means to find balance and to stop performing for the world so you can finally be seen by the people who matter most. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Stop Defining Your Worth by Your Work  How to Face Your Unseen Fears Through Therapy  How to Stay Present When Life Feels Overwhelming  How to Extract Lessons from Painful Feedback  How to Handle the Fear of Losing Your Success  How to Stay Grounded Between Praise and Criticism   How to Prioritize Your Time Over the Endless Grind Whether you are navigating a major life transition or simply trying to find your footing in a loud world, remember that your self-worth is not a mathematical equation based on your latest achievement. No one should have to navigate their mental health journey alone. Join Noah in the mission to prove that the more we share our stories, the more we empower others to do the same. Visit: https://www.busyheadproject.org/  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:54 Seeing Yourself Through the Eyes of Others  04:39 The Childhood Memory That Defined My Career  05:42 Middle Child Energy and the Need to Be Heard  06:57 Music Was My Only Plan A  08:44 The Disconnect Between Fitting In and Being Genuine   11:09 Expressing Yourself Without Giving Yourself Away  14:05 Songwriting: The Constant Search for a Simpler Life  17:25 Every Creative Process Is Different  18:52 When What You Do Becomes Who You Are  24:07 The Power of Journaling Your Lessons  27:05 Does Healing Kill Creativity?  29:48 My Biggest Regret in Communicating with Family  32:43 The Vulnerability of Filming Your Private Life  36:32 Healing and Finding Peace as a Family  43:51 Has Success Made Mental Health Harder or Better?  46:19 The Honest Truth about Body Dysmorphia  52:09 Living and Dying by Your Own Honesty  57:40 The Difference Between Going to Therapy and Doing Therapy  01:00:24 Do You Secretly Find Comfort in Your Pain?  01:02:01 Re-evaluating What Truly Matters After Success  01:05:59 Finding the Strength to Believe in Yourself  01:11:04 Protecting Your Heart While Taking Criticism 01:14:06 Stability Rooted in Love and Marriage 01:20:48 Would You Rather? 01:22:55 Gut Reaction 01:25:46 Noah on Final Five   Episode Resources: Website | https://noahkahan.com/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/NoahKahan  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/noahkahanmusic  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/noahkahanmusic/  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@noahkahanmusic  X | https://x.com/NoahKahan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay shares how, before we even get out of bed, our minds are already filled with worries, quiet anxieties, and thoughts we didn’t choose. Instead of intentionally creating our day, most of us unknowingly inherit stress from yesterday. Drawing on both modern neuroscience and ancient wisdom traditions, Jay reframes the morning not as a routine, but as the foundation of our mental “operating system”, a critical window where our thoughts shape how we experience the next 16 hours. Rather than relying on empty affirmations, Jay offers a more grounded, evidence-based approach rooted in how the brain actually works. He explains how our minds are most programmable in the early morning, when emotions are heightened and our critical thinking is still waking up. This creates a rare opportunity to interrupt automatic patterns, reset our focus, and consciously direct our attention before the world begins to pull us in different directions. In this episode you'll learn: How to Take Control of Your Mind First Thing in the Morning How to Stop Inheriting Anxiety Each Day How to Rewire Your Thoughts in Minutes How to Protect Your Attention Early How to Measure Your Day with Purpose Not Productivity  Every morning is a quiet reset, an opportunity that doesn’t ask for perfection, only intention. You don’t need to have everything figured out, and you don’t need to feel ready.  SpringFest is happening now, and our best lineup is here at Lowe’s. Visit: https://www.lowes.com/  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:26 Your Morning Is Programming the Rest of Your Day 04:17 The Creator's Hour 08:48 #1: I Am Awake Before My Problems 12:29 #2: I Am Not Yesterday 15:17 #3: Today I Direct My Attention 18:40 #4: I Won't Try to Solve Problems That Haven't Happened Yet 21:48 #5: My Body Isn't a Vehicle For My Head 25:14 #6: I Focus on What Matters Most, Not What Feels Urgent 28:25 #7: I Measure Today by Who I Am, Not Just What I Achieve See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special live conversation at the Orpheum Theatre in Vancouver, Canada, Jay sits down with renowned physician and trauma expert Dr. Gabor Maté for a deeply moving exploration of identity, healing, and the hidden patterns that shape our lives. Gabor explains that our obsession with how others perceive us often begins in childhood, when our fundamental need to be seen and understood isn’t fully met. In response, many people unconsciously adapt, hiding parts of themselves or becoming who they think others want them to be in order to feel accepted and loved. In this episode you'll Learn: How to Stop Living for Others’ Approval How to Break Generational Trauma Patterns How to Know If You’re Living Your True Life How to Stop Tying Your Worth to Productivity How to Recognize When Stress Is Hurting You How to Listen to Your Inner Voice Again How to Start Saying “No” Without Feeling Guilty How to Practice Self-Compassion Instead of Self-Criticism How to Turn Your Past Coping Patterns Into Healing How to Ask the Question That Changes Your Life Real change doesn’t come from forcing yourself to be perfect or trying to fix everything overnight. It begins with small moments of awareness, pausing long enough to listen to that quiet inner voice, asking honest questions about what feels true for you, and giving yourself permission to honor it.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:41 Why Do We Care So Much About Others’ Opinions? 03:10 Learning to Love People the Way They Need 04:53 How Childhood Shapes Our Need for Approval 06:46 The Dangerous Belief: “I’m Only Valuable If…” 11:02 Why Do We Feel Guilty When We Rest? 12:37 What Stress Is Really Doing to Your Brain and Body 16:19 Saying “No” Is Essential for Your Wellbeing  21:05 The Power of Asking Yourself Honest Questions 23:44 How to Listen to Your Gut Again 29:52 A Live Compassionate Inquiry Session 33:23 Your Healing Is Helping Your Children 35:08 Trusting the Wisdom Already Inside You 36:53 Your Coping Mechanisms Aren’t Failures 40:11 Turning Past Mistakes Into Lessons 41:45 Balancing Self-Improvement and Self-Acceptance 47:54 The Question That Can Change Your Life Episode Resources: Website | https://drgabormate.com/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsRF06lSFA8zV9L8_x9jzIA  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/drgabormate  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/gabormatemd/  X | https://x.com/drgabormate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Many of us have been on countless dead-end dates, excited by the wrong people, overlooking the right ones, and left wondering why finding a healthy relationship still feels so complicated. Jay sits down with behavioral scientist and dating coach Logan Ury to explore why modern dating feels harder than ever and what we can actually do to build meaningful relationships in a world full of options. Together, they unpack the hidden psychology behind attraction, the myths we believe about “the spark,” and how dating apps have changed the way we evaluate potential partners. Logan shares how many people unknowingly sabotage their chances at love by chasing instant chemistry instead of long-term compatibility, reminding us that the strongest relationships are often built through curiosity, emotional safety, and shared values rather than immediate intensity. Jay and Logan also dive into the patterns that keep people stuck in cycles of disappointing relationships. From the pressure to find the “perfect” partner to the fear of vulnerability, they discuss how modern dating culture can create unrealistic expectations. Logan explains the difference between people who date intentionally and those who drift through relationships without clarity, and why small mindset shifts, like asking better questions, focusing on growth potential, and recognizing emotional availability, can dramatically change our outcomes. The conversation highlights how understanding our own habits, attachment styles, and communication patterns can help us show up more authentically in love. In this episode you'll learn: How to Stop Chasing the Wrong People How to Look Beyond the First Date Spark How to Choose Compatibility Over Chemistry How to Date with Clear Intentions How to Avoid the “Maximizer” Dating Trap How to Ask Better Questions on Dates How to Build Attraction That Grows Over Time How to Date in a World of Endless Options If dating has ever made you feel discouraged, confused, or like you’re falling behind, you’re not alone. Building a meaningful relationship in today’s world can feel overwhelming, but the truth is that love isn’t about finding someone perfect, it’s about finding someone willing to grow with you. What are your dating blind spots? Take the quiz to find out! www.loganury.com/quiz   If you’re ready to understand your patterns in love and build healthier relationships, check out How to Not Die Alone. Click here to order: https://www.amazon.com/How-Not-Die-Alone-Surprising/dp/1982120622  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:11 The Problem with Modern Dating Expectations 04:16 The Three Types of Daters 06:30 Do You Believe In a Soulmate? 08:20 Why Dating Burnout Is So Common 10:23 Why Does Dating Feel So Difficult Today? 14:04 Why Hustle Culture Fails in Dating 15:46 Two Ways to Approach Dating Intentionally 18:52 What Is “Chalant” Dating? 21:35 When Rejection Becomes Content 24:12 The Rise of a Hesitant Generation 26:01 Why We’re Afraid to Make a Move 27:14 The Challenge of Male Vulnerability 29:23 Why Rejection Feels So Personal 32:21 The Fear of Choosing the Wrong Person 38:01 What Actually Predicts Long-Term Relationship Success? 44:36 The Biggest Lie We’re Told About Love 47:13 The Myth of the Movie-Moment First Meeting 49:22 Are Dating Apps Making Us Replaceable? 50:19 Start by Fixing Your Dating Profile 53:58 How to Optimize Your Dating Profile 01:08:07 Make It Easy for People to Engage with You 01:10:01 What Is Friction-Maxing? 01:12:11 “Rose Jail” on Hinge  01:15:58 Choosing a Partner Takes Real Effort 01:17:13 Do You Believe in  “Right Person, Wrong Time?” 01:18:22 Are People Giving Up Too Quickly on Love? 01:19:57 Post Date Eight  01:23:35 How Do You Define Love? 01:25:15 Is Love Alone Enough? 01:26:24 Falling in Love vs. Being in Love 01:27:50 What Truly Makes a Great Partner? 01:29:18 Are Your Standards Too High? 01:31:19 Understanding the “Ick” 01:35:23 This or That: Love Edition 01:40:36 Logan on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://www.loganury.com/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/loganury  LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/loganury/  The Later Daters: https://www.netflix.com/ph-en/title/81665880 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay explores a moment many of us know all too well, walking into a room full of strangers and instantly feeling small, anxious, or out of place. Instead of assuming something is wrong with you, he reframes it through what’s actually happening in the brain. In those moments, your brain shifts into protection mode. It starts scanning for social threats and triggers a stress response. When that happens, the very things that help you connect, what to say, how to be yourself, how to feel at ease, can suddenly feel harder to access. What we often call awkwardness or insecurity isn’t really about who you are, it's your nervous system doing its job, trying to protect you from rejections. Jay then reframes social confidence in a powerful way: connection isn’t about impressing people, it’s about helping them feel comfortable around you. He shares seven practical shifts, like arriving with intention instead of expectations, calming your nervous system, staying genuinely curious, and focusing on the first few moments of interaction, to show that authentic presence is far more magnetic than charisma. Research shows that people are drawn to those who make them feel heard and understood, and the simple act of asking thoughtful follow-up questions can dramatically increase likability and connection. Instead of trying to be the most interesting person in the room, the real secret is becoming the most interested. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Calm Your Nervous System Before Social Events How to Make People Feel Safe Around You Instantly How to Make a Powerful First Impression in Seconds How to Position Yourself to Meet More People Naturally How to Make People Feel Heard and Valued If social situations have ever made you feel anxious, awkward, or unsure of yourself, remember this: nothing is wrong with you. Your brain is simply doing what it was designed to do, protect you. What people truly respond to is presence, curiosity, and the feeling of being genuinely seen.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter.Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:44 Do You Feel Anxious in New Social Settings? 05:47 #1: Replace Expectation with an Intention 08:07 #2: Be the First to Provide a Safe Space 11:42 #3: Stop Trying to Be Interesting & Be Interested 15:02 #4: Master the Art of the First Ten Seconds 18:16 #5: Use the Power of Proximity and Positioning 21:15 #6: Give People a Role 23:58 #7: Leave Before You're Done 26:27 Social Confidence Isn't About Impressing People See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What’s one thing you’ve been doing that might actually be making your progress harder, not better?  Jay sits down with Dr. Shannon Ritchey to discuss deeply ingrained beliefs we’ve been carrying about fitness, health, and our bodies, and what emerges is a powerful invitation to rethink everything. With warmth and clarity, Shannon challenges the idea that more effort always equals more results, revealing that many of us are stuck in cycles of overexertion, burnout, and frustration not because we’re doing too little but because we’re doing too much of the wrong things. Instead of chasing exhaustion, soreness, or perfection, Shannon introduces the idea of “gentle consistency”, a rhythm of training that prioritizes proper stimulus, recovery, and long-term progress. She dismantles myths like “no pain, no gain” and “more cardio equals more fat loss,” showing that true results come from intentional strength training, adequate recovery, and aligning your workouts with your lifestyle. More importantly, she highlights that fitness isn’t just physical, it’s deeply mental. When we let go of guilt, unrealistic expectations, and all-or-nothing thinking, we create space for a healthier, more compassionate relationship with ourselves. In this episode you'll learn: How to Stop Overtraining Your Body How to Build Strength Without Burnout How to Train Smarter, Not Harder How to Create a Sustainable Fitness Routine How to Balance Effort and Recovery How to Work With Your Body, Not Against It You don’t need to exhaust yourself to prove your effort or chase extremes to feel worthy of progress. What truly matters is building habits you can return to again and again, with patience and self-respect guiding the way. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:23 Debunking Common Exercise Myths 10:07 Building a Healthier Relationship With Your Body 14:11 Why Your Workout Isn’t Building Muscle 19:57 Why Structure Matters in Strength Training 22:37 Why Less Soreness Can Be Better 27:37 Choosing the Right Exercises That Work 29:34 Can You Actually Build Muscle Faster? 31:04 Why Protein Is Essential for Muscle Growth 32:44 Understanding Body Recomposition 35:44 What Is Effective Training Stimulus? 40:29 Should You Go Beyond 30 Reps? 43:34 Start With Bodyweight and Keep Moving 47:08 The Biggest Weight Loss Mistake 49:35 You Can Build Muscle at Any Age 50:19 Why Nutrition Is Key for Weight Loss 52:29 The Truth About Cheat Meals 56:57 Finding Balance in Your Fitness Routine 59:10 Why Feet Are the Most Neglected Body Part 01:02:41 Why You Should Train Your Eyes 01:04:19 How to Improve Your Posture 01:06:48 Simple Ways to Get Your Body Moving 01:09:25 Why Fitness Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated 01:10:34 Four Keys to Muscle Growth 01:13:46 Learning to Be Kind to Yourself 01:14:22 The Risk of Overtraining and Chronic Pain 01:15:16 Knowing When to Rest and Recover 01:16:56 Shannon on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://evlofitness.com/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@TheDr.ShannonShow  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/evlofitness   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dr.shannon.dpt/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/evlofitness/ LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannondpt  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.shannonritchey  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@evlofitness See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay sits down with his dear friend Nischa Shah, a former investment banker and accountant who walked away from a high-status corporate career to help people rethink their relationship with money, success, and freedom. Nischa reflects on the “dark phase” she experienced while climbing the corporate ladder, realizing that the prestige and polish of banking had created a deep disconnect from her true self. Nischa invites listeners to confront a powerful question many of us avoid: “Would I still be happy if I were living the same life five or ten years from now?” Jay and Nischa shift into practical strategies for navigating money anxiety. Nischa introduces the “ostrich effect,” which is the psychological tendency to avoid looking at our finances out of fear. She shares her simple but powerful “three-bucket” approach to personal finance, where income is intentionally divided between fundamentals, fun, and the “future you.” By reframing the goal from financial success to financial happiness, Nischa offers a clearer, more intentional way to manage money, one that prioritizes peace of mind over status or external validation. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Assess Your Career Alignment  How to Calculate a Financial Cushion  How to Manage Income Using the Three-Bucket Method  How to Audit Spending with Three Key Questions  How to Turn Financial Knowledge into Action  How to Strategize Paying Off Debt vs. Investing  How to Increase Your Value and Earning Potential  It is never too late to begin reclaiming your narrative, whether that starts with building a small financial safety net for peace of mind or finally turning knowledge into decisive action. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:54 Questioning the Traditional Path  03:22 The Courage to Walk Away  06:14 Calculating Your Financial Runway  07:04 Separating Your Self-Worth from Your Title  10:49 What is the Ostrich Effect?  13:45 Fighting Instant Gratification  14:28 Ask Yourself These Three Questions Before Buying Anything  18:30 Micro-Habits That Build Real Wealth  21:29 Spending With Intention   23:33 Why More Money Doesn’t Always Fix Money Problems  28:49 Financial Success vs. Financial Happiness  31:03 Is there Such a Thing as Passive Income?  34:06 Mastering Long-Term Investing  36:42 Should You Buy a Home?  37:42 Breaking the Scarcity Mindset 42:01 Stop Spending to Impress People 44:31 The Problem With Constantly Upgrading  45:55 How Can You Be of Value To Others?  49:07 Focus on Earning More, Not Just Cutting Costs  53:40 Defining Your Personal Freedom  54:52 The Entrepreneurship vs. Employment Trap  56:37 Investing in Your Own Skills  58:47 Short-Term Joy vs. Long-Term Security  01:00:50 We All Make Financial Mistakes!  01:01:31 It’s Never Too Late 01:02:48 This or That: Money Edition 01:06:34 Nischa on Final Five Episode Resources: YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@nischa  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567018784328  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nischa.me/  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/discover/nischa-shah See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay invites us to reconsider something we interact with every day but rarely use to its full potential. He challenges the way we see AI, not as a productivity shortcut, but as a powerful mirror for self-awareness. Instead of using it to draft emails or plan meals, Jay reframes it as a space for honest, structured conversations with ourselves, something many of us avoid. Jay breaks down practical ways to use AI as a tool for inner growth, from conducting a brutally honest life audit to uncovering hidden patterns of self-sabotage. He explains how our minds often protect us from uncomfortable truths, keeping us stuck in cycles we don’t fully understand. When we put our thoughts into words, we create enough distance from our emotions to start seeing patterns we’ve been missing. This isn’t about replacing human connection, but about strengthening it by first learning how to understand ourselves more clearly, honestly, and compassionately. In this episode you'll learn: How to Use AI for Deep Self-Awareness How to Turn AI Into Your Thinking Partner How to Build Your Personal Operating System How to Decode Your Emotional Triggers You don’t have to fix everything overnight. You just have to begin. Because the moment you choose to understand yourself more deeply is the moment your life starts to change. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:01 The Most Powerful Way to Use AI 02:47 Why ChatGPT Isn’t Just a Search Engine 05:25 #1: Do a Brutally Honest Life Audit 08:13 #2: Decoding Your Self-Sabotage Patterns  11:02 #3: Build Your Personal Operating System 13:44 #4: Practice the Hard Conversations First 17:08 #5: Build an Accountability System That Works 20:07 #6: Break Down Your Emotional Patterns in Real Time 23:00 #7: Write the Letter You Never Sent See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Friendship can feel effortless when we’re young, but as life grows busier and our paths begin to diverge, maintaining meaningful relationships becomes far more complex. Today, Jay brings together powerful conversations with a group of insightful guests to explore why adult friendships change and what it truly takes to build connections that last. Together, these perspectives reveal that friendship isn’t something that simply happens, it’s something we intentionally create and nurture over time.  Mel Robbins explains why friendships often become harder after our twenties, describing the “great scattering” that happens when people move in different directions and life timelines begin to shift. Andrew Huberman explores the science behind connection and why simple habits like checking in with someone or asking deeper questions can help us feel more seen and understood. Robin Sharma reflects on the idea that a few truly meaningful friendships can be more powerful than a large social circle, encouraging us to focus on relationships that bring joy, growth, and mutual support.  Trevor Noah shares how his closest friends help anchor him through the loneliness of touring and remind him who he is during difficult moments. Marianna Hewitt talks about the importance of protecting your energy and choosing friendships that leave you feeling energized rather than drained. Together, these conversations remind us that real friendships aren’t defined by how often we see someone, but by the depth of trust, acceptance, and connection we create with the people who truly matter.  In this episode, you'll learn: How to Build Meaningful Friendships as an Adult How to Reach Out to Friends You’ve Lost Touch With How to Build a Support System That Truly Lasts How to Maintain Friendships Even When Life Gets Busy How to Strengthen Your Circle With Small Daily Habits Real friendships are built through small moments, checking in, being present, listening without judgment, and showing up during both the joyful and difficult times. When we make the effort to reach out, to be vulnerable, and to be present for the people around us, we create connections that can carry us through every stage of life. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty. JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter.Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:50 Why is It So Hard To Make Friends as an Adult? 11:04 Understanding the Loneliness Crisis 22:04 Let Joy Guide Your Friendships 23:30 What Makes a Truly Great Friend? 25:58 How to Create Perfect Moments Together 29:52 Why Friendship Is a Choice 40:52 Recognizing Your Energy Drainers 44:28 Building Your Core Circle of Friends 46:36 Creating Healthy Social Circles 48:54 Mindful Eating When Socializing 51:03 Compromises That Strengthen Friendships 56:21 Being Raw and Real with Friends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay sits down with communication expert Jefferson Fisher to explore why the conversations we avoid often shape our lives the most. Drawing from his experience as a trial lawyer turned teacher, Jefferson shares a powerful truth: communication isn’t about winning arguments, it’s about building peace. When we learn to face difficult conversations head on with clarity, courage, and compassion we stop people-pleasing, reconnect with who we truly are, and create deeper, more honest relationships. Avoidance may feel safer in the moment, but it always comes at a cost. Together, Jay and Jefferson unpack why so many conflicts spiral, not because of what’s said, but because of what’s heard. From romantic relationships to family dynamics, they reveal how most arguments are really about the need to feel understood, valued, and safe. Jefferson shares simple yes transformative tools, like asking “What did you hear?” or pausing to breathe before responding, that help slow heated moments and turn reaction into connection. He explains that true emotional intelligence is the ability to repair quickly, validate feelings without needing to agree, and choose understanding over defensiveness. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Face Difficult Conversations Without Fear How to Say the Hard Thing Without Starting a Fight How to Stay Calm When You Feel Triggered How to Make Someone Feel Understood Without Agreeing How to Repair a Conversation After You Mess Up How to Slow Down Arguments Before They Escalate How to Build Deeper Relationships Through Better Conversations Every honest sentence, every pause to breathe, every moment you choose understanding over reaction is a step toward a more peaceful life. Growth doesn’t come from avoiding what’s hard, it comes from meeting it with intention, patience, and compassion. Get your own copy of Jefferson’s latest book, The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:11 How Good Communication Creates a Life of Peace 02:14 Why Facing Difficult Conversations Changes Everything 04:53 Your Fear of Upsetting Others Is Valid 06:45 The Biggest Communication Mistake We All Make 09:45 Can You Actually Change Someone’s Mind? 12:31 How to Reach Someone Who Refuses to Communicate 16:17 Winning Arguments Should Never Be the Goal 19:43 What to Do When Your Partner Triggers You 21:21 The Patience Required to Create Real Connection 25:42 How Should I Respond to the Silent Treatment? 30:13 The Clearest Sign Someone Doesn’t Truly Care 32:10 When a Relationship May Be Beyond Repair 35:00 Why Radical Honesty Strengthens Relationships 38:03 When Your Partner Can’t Handle the Hard Conversations 41:31 The Small Moments Where Repair Gets Missed 44:20 Do You Feel Judged by Your Parents? 51:53 How to Say No Without Feeling Guilty 55:14 How to Stop Saying Things You Don’t Mean 58:04 Setting Boundaries That Actually Stick  01:00:37 What to Do When a Coworker Keep Interrupting You 01:03:15 Overexplaining Undermines Your Confidence 01:06:06 Breaking the Us vs. Them Mentality 01:11:25 Jefferson on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/jefferson_fisher/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXjnpu6lK0HoUyOMh2ZBwhQ  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@justaskjefferson   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/justaskjefferson/   X | https://x.com/jefferson_fishr  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffersonfisher/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If a breakup has ever left you feeling physically sick, emotionally lost, and not feeling like yourself, nothing is wrong with you. You’re grieving. Today, Jay speaks directly to anyone navigating the quiet devastation of heartbreak, reminding them that nothing is “wrong” with them for feeling the way they do. He explains that breakups don’t just hurt emotionally, they activate the same neural pathways as physical pain and withdrawal. What you’re experiencing isn’t weakness or failure; it’s grief. Jay reframes the end of a relationship not simply as losing a person, but as losing a future you imagined, the routines your nervous system depended on, and the version of yourself that existed within that relationship. Jay walks us through the five stages of breakup grief, showing how numbness is a form of protection, why the mind gets stuck in rumination after loss, and how anger can signal the return of self-respect. Rather than rushing to “move on,” he encourages simple practices like building small routines, writing down obsessive thoughts, setting boundaries, and resisting the highlight reel your mind creates that makes you only remember the good. The stages aren’t a straight line, but a map that helps you move through uncertainty with more grace and self-compassion. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Rebuild Your Routine After a Breakup How to Break the Cycle of Rumination How to Express Anger in a Healthy Way How to Set Boundaries That Protect Your Healing How to Move Through Sadness Without Rushing It How to Create Meaning After Loss Be gentle with yourself in this season. Lean on the people who show up for you. Rebuild your routines slowly. One day, this chapter will no longer be the center of your story, it will be the turning point that makes you wiser, stronger, and more secure in who you are. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:19 Biggest Mistake Made During a Break Up 02:34 You’re Actually Experiencing Grief  07:40 Stage #1: Shock and Denial 10:12 2 Ways to Overcome the Shock 12:58 Stage #2: Bargaining and Obsession 17:45 Stage #3: Anger and Protest 21:49 Stage #4: Sadness and Depression 24:33 Stage #5: Acceptance and Meaning 26:24 This is How You Heal See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For many women, the real challenge isn’t just unexplained health problems, it’s being heard when they seek help. Jay sits down with Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi, or "Dr. A", to unpack a silent crisis affecting millions of women around the world: undiagnosed PCOS and endometriosis. This isn’t just a discussion about fertility, but a masterclass on hormones, inflammation, mental health, and the painful reality of medical gaslighting. PCOS, a condition shaped by insulin resistance, hormonal imbalance, chronic inflammation, and neurological disruption, is often overlooked, leaving women struggling with anxiety, depression, weight gain, irregular periods, and infertility without answers. Dr. A shares how insulin resistance acts as the “first domino,” triggering a domino effect that impacts everything from ovulation to mood, and emphasizes that true healing requires addressing all four pillars, not just masking symptoms with birth control. Dr. A challenges the outdated belief that painful periods are “normal,” explaining that severe pain, painful sex, chronic bloating, bladder symptoms, and bowel discomfort are signs something deeper may be wrong. She reveals that diagnosis takes an average of 9–11 years, and that many women are told their pain is psychological before they’re ever taken seriously. Through both science and lived clinical experience, she makes it clear: when inflammation and hormones are out of balance, mental health suffers too. Anxiety, depression, brain fog, and eating disorders are not personal failings, they are often physiological signals that something deeper is happening in the body. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Recognize the Signs of PCOS Early How to Reduce Insulin Resistance Naturally How to Tell if Your Period Pain Is “Normal” How to Protect Your Fertility in Your 20s and 30s How to Balance Hormones Beyond Birth Control How to Spot Hidden Symptoms of Endometriosis How to Lower Inflammation Through Lifestyle Changes If there’s one thing to take away from this conversation, it’s this: your body is not working against you, it’s communicating with you. Pain is not weakness. It is a signal and you deserve to have those signals taken seriously. To learn more about Dr. A’s advocacy on women’s health, check out: https://www.shemdpodcast.com/  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:58 Are We Facing a Fertility Crisis? 03:58 What Is PCOS? 07:13 Why PCOS Often Goes Undiagnosed 09:15 The Impact of Insulin Resistance 15:06 Making PCOS Patients Insulin-Sensitive 19:37 The Nutritional Effects of GLP-1 Medications 22:14 High Androgens and Chronic Inflammation 25:39 How Hormonal Imbalances Affect the Brain 29:25 Why Birth Control Alone Isn’t Enough 31:23 How to Know If You Have PCOS 35:01 Painful Periods Are Not Normal 36:47 What Is Endometriosis? 46:07 The Most Effective Treatment Approach for Endometriosis 49:20 The Risks of Ignoring Endometriosis 53:09 How to Use Birth Control Strategically 56:04 What to Do If Egg Freezing Isn’t an Option 57:53 The Link Between Endometriosis and Leaky Gut 01:00:33 Potential IVF Complications Explained 01:04:38 A Scientific Approach to Infertility 01:10:01 What to Do If You’re Not Getting Pregnant Episode Resources: Website: https://ovii.com/  Website: https://www.draliabadi.com/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrej0PO97bg8GRMogtcKbbA  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThaisAliabadiMd  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drthaisaliabadi/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay sits down with cultural icon Hilary Duff for a raw and honest conversation about  growth, identity, and the quiet courage it takes to evolve in public. Having grown up alongside an entire generation, Hilary reflects on what it means to return to music after more than a decade with her sixth studio album, Luck or Something. She opens up about shedding politeness in favor of truth, embracing maturity without losing the joy of her past, and finally feeling rooted in who she is, not just as an artist, but as a woman, a mother, a partner, and a daughter. Jay and Hilary explore the hidden weight of fame, the loss of anonymity at a young age, and the resilience required to stay grounded in an industry that constantly defines you before you can define yourself. Hilary speaks vulnerably about navigating eating disorders, divorce, co-parenting, estrangement with family, and the reality of loving people through complicated relationships. Through it all, she shares how motherhood reshaped her priorities, how love taught her to accept stability over chaos, and how creativity became a necessary way of reconnecting with herself. Hilary’s reflections reveal a powerful truth: what the world often calls luck is usually years of quiet strength, hard choices, and inner work.  In this interview, you'll learn: How to Trust Your Intuition Over “Luck” How to Grow Without Rejecting Your Past How to Accept Healthy Love (Even When It Feels Unfamiliar) How to Break Family Patterns Without Losing Compassion How to Balance Motherhood and Personal Ambition How to Hold Joy and Pain at the Same Time How to Reinvent Yourself Without Losing Who You Are You are allowed to choose steadiness over chaos, truth over politeness, and peace over performance. Growth isn’t always loud, sometimes it’s simply deciding you don’t want to repeat the same pattern again. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:04 The Joy of Being Celebrated 02:46 Choosing Truth Over Politeness 05:15 What’s a Childhood Memory That Keeps You Grounded? 06:56 The Truth About Growing Up in the Public Eye 11:38 Learning to Feel at Home in Your Own Skin 14:22 Where Real Confidence Comes From 19:08 Opening Your Heart to Love Again 21:28 Understanding the Weight of Marriage 25:03 Deciding to Fully Commit 26:24 Trusting Your Intuition 27:28 Owning the Work Behind Your Success 30:36 The Burden of Being the Family Peacemaker 36:18 Navigating Divorce with Intention 38:26 Sharing Your Story on Your Terms 43:50 Holding Joy and Hardship at the Same Time 46:44 Healing and Connecting Through Music 51:49 The Hilary Duff Renaissance  54:50 Staying Attuned to Your Children’s Needs 01:00:59 Building Confidence as a Parent 01:02:26 How Did You Name Your Kids? 01:04:27 Disney-Era “Would You Rather” 01:08:42 Hilary on Final Five  Episode Resources: Website | https://www.hilaryduff.com/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSRmCrFvCPomTqjzwoF9MGw  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/HilaryDuff/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/hilaryduff/  TikTok | https://x.com/hilaryduff  X | https://x.com/hilaryduff See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

So many of us wake up and immediately feel behind. We reach for our phones, scroll through other people’s lives, and start reacting before we’ve even chosen how we want to feel. Today, Jay shares a powerful truth: the first 60 to 90 minutes after you wake up are the most programmable moments of your day. Your brain is in a unique, highly impressionable state and instead of using that window intentionally, most of us give it away. Jay breaks down six simple, science-backed habits that can transform your mornings without extreme routines or unrealistic expectations. He explains why hitting snooze actually makes you more tired, how morning sunlight boosts your energy and improves your sleep later that night, and how just 60 to 90 seconds of cold water can build stress resilience. He also shares the benefits of seven minutes of movement, a short handwritten journaling practice to clear mental clutter, and why delaying your phone for the first hour protects your focus and emotional baseline. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Stop Hitting Snooze for Good How to Reset Your Nervous System in 90 Seconds How to Activate Your Brain in 7 Minutes How to Increase Focus Before 8AM How to Protect Your First Hour from Distractions How to Reprogram Your Mind Before the Day Begins Start with one habit. Let it be simple. Let it be sustainable. Because when you protect your mornings, you strengthen your mindset. And when you strengthen your mindset, you change the direction of your days and eventually, your life. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:13 Here's Something Nobody Tells You About Your Morning 02:09 Step #1: Stop Hitting the Snooze Button 06:01 Step #2: Sunlight in Your Eyes 09:35 Step #3: The 90-Second Cold Shower 12:59 Step #4: Move for 7 Minutes not 60 16:10 Step #5: The Brain Dump Journal 19:56 Step #6: Delay Phone Scrolling in the First Hour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay sits down with Benny Blanco, Dave Burd, and Kristin Batalucco for a first-of-its-kind conversation - three best friends building something together in real time. They talk about what that really looks like: how friendship changes when work gets involved, how marriage fits into ambition, where insecurity still shows up, and how messy it can be to create with people you genuinely love. Dave and Kristin tell the story of meeting at a bowling alley and how they almost got in their own way at the beginning. Benny opens up about what it was like to chase success for years and what shifted when he realized it wasn’t giving him what he thought it would. It’s funny, and honest, and gives you a real sense of who they are with each other, not just as collaborators, but as friends figuring life out together. With Jay's guidance they open up about commitment anxiety, the courage it takes to be emotionally direct, and the power of choosing your partner not playing games, not waiting to be chosen, but stepping forward with clarity. Kristen shares what it means to battle self-doubt while stepping into the public eye. Dave opens up about perfectionism and the tension between ambition and contentment. Benny reflects on how success once held him in a chokehold and how love reshaped his priorities. Together, they reveal that the healthiest relationships aren’t built on avoiding conflict, but on being able to argue passionately and return to love just as quickly. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Be Honest About What You Want in Love How to Stop Playing Dating Games How to Turn Conflict Into Deeper Connection How to Support Your Partner’s Ambition Without Competing How to Work With Friends Without Ruining the Friendship How to Fall in Love With New Versions of Your Partner The strongest connections aren’t built by people who never argue, they’re built by people who know how to come back to each other after they do. Keep choosing openness. Keep choosing courage. Keep choosing each other.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:03 How Their Friendship Began 07:05 Dave and Kristin’s Love Story 11:37 From Dating to Marriage 18:39 When Friendship Grows With Marriage 20:19 Getting Married a Month Apart 28:05 Loving Every Version of Each Other 30:35 Launching a Show Together 35:12 The Loneliness Epidemic  39:07 Working With Family and Friends 42:13 How They Make Big Decisions 45:27 Pre-Show Nerves and Bathroom Confessions 48:18 Do They Believe in Astrology? 51:10 Friends Don’t Keep Secrets 01:13:28 Separating Work From Your Relationship 01:20:00 Do You Talk About Me When I Leave the Room? 01:23:37 If I Died, Would You Still Hang Out? Episode Resources: Website | https://www.friendskeepsecretspodcast.com/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@friendskeepsecrets  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/FriendsKeepSecrets  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/friendskeepsecrets   TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@friendskeepsecrets  X | https://x.com/FKSpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You can achieve everything you set out to and still feel empty. So what actually makes a truly successful life? Jay sits down with global country superstar Luke Combs for an honest conversation about life beyond the sold-out stadiums and awards. Luke shares what it’s really been like navigating success while still trying to stay grounded and feel like himself. He shares what it was like growing up with OCD, the intrusive thoughts that once controlled his days, and the quiet battles he faced long before fame. Luke also reflects on love, marriage, and fatherhood and how those roles mean more to him than any chart position ever could. He talks candidly about missing the birth of his son while on tour, the guilt that followed, and the ongoing effort to show up as the best husband and dad he can be. Jay and Luke explore the tension so many of us feel between chasing ambition and protecting what matters most, asking the question: What does success really mean if you’re not present for the people you love? Luke speaks about money, fame, and gratitude with humility, admitting that while financial success makes life easier, it can’t buy the feeling of a perfect day with your family or the peace of knowing you’re living in alignment with your values. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Stay Grounded When Success Changes Your Life How to Manage Intrusive Thoughts Without Letting Them Control You How to Be Present for Your Family While Chasing Big Dreams How to Strengthen Your Marriage Through Growth and Challenge How to Support Your Mental Health Without Shame How to Give Back When You’ve Been Given More How to Stay True to Who You Are as Your World Expands We all wrestle with doubt, guilt, fear, and the quiet pressure to be more than we think we are. But growth doesn’t come from pretending those struggles aren’t there, it comes from facing them with honesty and compassion. Luke Combs’ The Way I Am is an honest reflection on identity, love, and personal growth, a grounded collection of songs that explore what it means to show up as your true self. Get your copy here: https://twia.lukecombs.com 📷 Courtesy of David Bergman With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:05 Staying Grounded in the Face of Fame 03:34 The Life He Never Imagined 06:28 Finding the Calling That Changed Everything 07:45 Growing Up with Undiagnosed OCD 10:23 Inside the Battle with Intrusive Thoughts 17:26 When You Don’t Know Who You Are Yet 20:37 The Work Ethic That Shaped Him 24:27 The Hustle Before the Breakthrough 30:19 Making Music That Truly Connects 32:21 The Quiet Fears of Fatherhood 40:15 What Does It Mean to Be Truly Rich? 46:28 Why Giving Back Matters 51:48 Showing Up for Fans on Your Hardest Days 58:48 The Unexpected Way He Met His Wife 01:03:04 Was It Love at First Sight? 01:07:12 When You Stop Needing All the Answers 01:12:08 The Power of Being Deeply Understood 01:17:16 Why Avoidance Makes It Worse 01:18:02 Stepping Back and Coming Back Stronger 01:25:55 The "Everyday Guy" Test 01:32:10 Finish This Sentence... 01:38:41 Luke on Final Five  Episode Resources: Website | https://www.lukecombs.com/home/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOSIXyYdT93OzpRnAuWaKjQ  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/LukeCombs/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/lukecombs  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@lukecombs  X | https://www.tiktok.com/@lukecombs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if the real reason you feel stuck isn’t because you’ve failed but because you’ve been living on autopilot for too long?  Jay breaks down the small, everyday habits that quietly keep us stuck — our tendency to choose what’s comfortable, the way we assume we have more time than we do, and how often we tell ourselves we’ll start “later.” He explains why trying new things makes life feel fuller and more memorable — and how doing the same thing over and over can make months or even years feel like they flew by. And he reminds us that while comfort feels good in the moment, meaning is built slowly — and that’s what actually stays with you. Jay breaks down the hidden forces that keep us stuck: our brain’s love of comfort, our illusion that we “have time,” and the dangerous promise of “later.” He explains how novelty makes life feel expansive, while living on autopilot compresses our memories and years into a blur. He challenges the addiction to comfort, reminding us that meaning compounds slowly while pleasure fades quickly. Most importantly, he emphasizes that we don’t become our intentions, we become our patterns. Nearly half of our daily behaviors are automatic, which means the life we’re building is shaped less by what we dream about and more by what we repeatedly practice. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Stop Living on Autopilot How to Use Time with Intention How to Build Better Daily Habits How to Stop Waiting for “Later” How to Create a Life You Actually Chose  Clarity grows with courage. Start where you are. Use what you have. Choose what matters today. And trust that when you live on purpose, even the smallest steps can change the direction of your entire life. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro00:10 Are You Quietly Wasting Your Life? 05:55 #1: Time Isn't What You Think 08:21 #2: Comfort is the Most Expensive Drug 12:29 #3: You Become What You Repeat 15:06 #4: The Illusion of Later 17:27 #5: Fear Often Disguises as Logic 19:49 The Best Way to Stop Wasting Your Life See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happens when you spend your whole life chasing your dreams, only to realize peace was the real success all along? Five years after their first conversation, Jay sits down in person with global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas for a deeply intimate and unfiltered dialogue about evolution, identity, motherhood, and the courage to begin again. What unfolds isn’t just a reflection on career milestones or public success, it’s a story about slowing down after decades at full speed, choosing peace over pressure, and realizing that the greatest luxury in life isn’t achievement, but time. Priyanka opens up about the ambition that defined her early years, dominating Bollywood, pivoting to Hollywood at the height of her success, and always chasing the next opportunity. In this season of her life, something has shifted. Marriage, motherhood, and hard-won self-awareness have softened the edges of perfectionism and control. Priyanka speaks candidly about feeling “cornered” at pivotal moments, moving continents during one of the darkest periods of her life, and rebuilding from the ground up in a new industry. Through therapy, faith, and the steady presence of her husband Nick, she’s learned to ask a powerful question: Is this thought constructive? In a world that celebrates hustle, Priyanka is learning to celebrate stillness. The most profound transformation, however, came with the birth of her daughter, Malti Marie, a journey marked by fear, fragility, and fierce devotion. Priyanka shares the emotional reality of welcoming a premature baby into the world, the long months in the NICU, and the moment her priorities shifted forever. It was a season that changed how she understood strength, not as control, but in letting go and protecting what matters. Through faith, family, and a steady commitment to her partner, Priyanka’s grown not just as an artist navigating industries, but as a woman more at ease with who she is and where she’s headed. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Pivot Careers Without Losing Yourself How to Stop Being So Hard on Yourself How to Handle Public Criticism Without Breaking How to Communicate Feelings Before Jumping to Solutions How to Trust the Timing of Your Life How to Protect Your Peace in a Noisy World How to Stay Grounded Through Trauma and Uncertainty How to Choose Gratitude Over “What If” Thinking Choosing family won’t cost you your dreams. Slowing down won’t erase your ambition. Keep going, keep growing, and most of all evolve on your own terms. Stream Priyanka’s new movie The Bluff on Prime Video today. https://www.primevideo.com/detail/The-Bluff/0OSBVC1DKTXBVUO97CLO8DC5E1 With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:23 Finding a Sense of Peace 03:39 Having Time to Lose not Spend 07:07 Seeing Nick Bare It All 10:03 What's Your Parenting Style? 11:45 Getting More in Touch with Your Own Feelings 15:46 How to Be More Patient When Things Don't Work Out  18:16 Forgive Yourself for Your Past Self  20:43 Stop Being Mean to Yourself 26:30 The Quiet Confidence 30:57 Trusting Your Partner to Take the Lead 34:02 Focus on the Good in Your Life 35:11 How to Not Let Mean Comments Affect You 40:52 Continue to Live Your Truth 54:27 Finding the Right People to Work With 58:04 Showing Appreciation for the People that Matter Most 01:03:19 The Thought of Almost Losing Your Child 01:18:16 A Letter From Nick 01:22:39 Would You Rather with Priyanka 01:30:25 Gut Reaction: Do You Actually Read Those? 01:37:07 Believing in People's Goodness 01:39:47 Turn Bold Ideas Into Real Opportunities Episode Resources: YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/priyankachopra  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/priyankachopra/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/priyankachopra See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pregnancy only lasts nine months, but what you eat during that time can shape your child for life. Jay Shetty welcomes back biochemist, bestselling author, and “Glucose Goddess” Jessie Inchauspé for a conversation that goes even deeper into the impact she’s had on millions of lives. This time, they focus on something few people truly understand: pregnancy isn’t just a waiting period, it’s a critical window that can shape a child’s physical, mental, and metabolic health for life. Jay and Jessie unpack why so many parents feel under-informed, how outdated myths like “eat for two” still dominate the conversation, and what the science actually reveals about the nine months that truly count forever. Jessie breaks down complex biology into simple, actionable insights. She explains how key factors: blood sugar balance, protein, choline, and omega-3s play a critical role in brain development, metabolism, and long-term disease risk for your child. Jay guides the conversation with curiosity and care, highlighting how small, intentional shifts during pregnancy can create lifelong resilience, while also acknowledging the systemic failures that leave parents without clear guidance or support. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Support Your Baby’s Brain With Just Four Key Nutrients How to Reduce Blood Sugar Spikes That Affect Your Baby How to Build Your Baby’s Brain Before They’re Born How to Lower Your Child’s Lifetime Risk of Diabetes How to Use Protein to Stabilize Energy and Nausea How to Care for Your Mental Health After Miscarriage How to Make Small Food Choices That Create Lifelong Impact Life doesn’t come with a manual, we’re all doing the best we can with the information we have. When we learn more, we can make better choices, not just for ourselves, but for the people whose futures depend on ours. Jessie’s latest book, 9 Months That Count Forever: How Your Pregnancy Diet Shapes Your Baby's Future, is available for pre-order now. Visit https://www.amazon.com/Months-That-Count-Forever-Pregnancy/dp/1668219123  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:54 Debunking the Biggest Pregnancy Myths 04:50 The Four Nutrients That Shape Your Baby’s Future 07:26 How Gestational Diabetes Impacts a Child for Life 11:58 How Much Protein Do You Really Need During Pregnancy? 14:22 What an Ideal Pregnancy Diet Actually Looks Like 19:08 Are You Actually “Eating for Two?”  21:41 You’re Born With the Brain Cells You’ll Keep for Life 24:29 When Food and Supplements Work Best Together 27:02 Avoid These Foods During Pregnancy! 31:28 How High Sugar Intake Affects Pregnancy 36:07 The Modern Food System Is Failing Families 39:03 What Can Contribute to Miscarriage 41:15 Understanding Silent Miscarriage 46:21 Processing the Grief of Pregnancy Loss 49:02 The Most Common Causes of Miscarriage 51:42 What Happens When You Eat Sugar on an Empty Stomach 54:24 The Importance of Movement During Pregnancy  57:09 How to Reduce Bloating During Pregnancy 57:44 Does a Father’s Diet Affect Conception? 59:01 Using Food to Set Your Child Up for Life 01:01:20 What the UK Sugar Ration Taught Us About Health 01:04:33 This or That: Pregnancy Edition   Episode Resources: Website | https://www.glucosegoddess.com/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/glucosegoddess  X | https://x.com/glucosegoddesss  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@glucosegoddess_  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@GlucoseRevolution  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/glucosegoddesss/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why can it sometimes feel easier to connect with the outside world than with the person we love most? Jay explores why love can feel stressful instead of safe, even when both people care deeply. Drawing from his Audible Original Messy Love: Difficult Conversations for Deeper Connection, he breaks down the everyday habits that quietly create distance: subtle disrespect, scorekeeping, unspoken resentment, mismatched conflict styles, and the fear of saying what we really feel. Through real sessions with three couples, he shows that what we often label as incompatibility is rarely about love itself, it’s about unresolved hurt, inherited fight patterns, and the deep need to feel respected, recognized, and taken seriously by the person we care about most. Jay introduces five transformative principles that can help couples turn conflict into connection. From understanding how respect, not chemistry, is the true foundation of lasting love, to breaking the silent resentment of scorekeeping, he invites listeners to reflect on where imbalance, miscommunication, and unexpressed needs may be shaping their connection. He explains how our conflict styles, whether we vent, hide, or explode, are protective patterns learned over time, and why repair, not perfection, is the true marker of a healthy relationship. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Build Love on Respect, Not Just Chemistry How to Stop Scorekeeping Before It Turns Into Resentment How to Express Needs Without Blame How to Identify and Improve Your Conflict Style How to Repair After an Argument Instead of Withdrawing How to Communicate Feelings Instead of Accusations Healthy love isn’t built in grand gestures or perfect moments. It’s built when two people choose understanding over ego, consistency over intensity, and respect over being right. And knowing those choices are available to you at any moment. Listen to Jay’s Messy Love: Difficult Conversations for Deeper Connection on Audible. Visit https://www.audible.com/pd/Messy-Love-Audiobook/B0G16Z76ZD With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:17 Difficult Conversations for Deeper Connection 02:24 Principle #1: Influence, Respect, and Recognition 14:50 Principle #2: Scorekeeping 20:15 Principle #3: Conflict Styles 25:50 Principle #4: The X, Y, Z Communication Method 33:14 Principle #5: Create a 30-Day Agreement See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you ever pushed away the love you wanted most or clung to it so tightly that you lost yourself in the process? Jay sits down with Attachment Style expert and creator of the Integrated Attachment Theory Thais Gibson to unpack one of the most powerful forces shaping our relationships. Together, they explore how our earliest emotional experiences quietly shape the way we love, communicate, and respond to conflict later in adulthood. Thais explains how anxious, avoidant, and fearful-avoidant patterns aren’t flaws or labels that define us, but protective mechanisms we once needed to feel safe. Jay and Thais dive into the subtle ways attachment wounds show up in dating and long-term relationships, from overthinking a delayed text, to fearing commitment when things start to get too serious. Thais shares practical tools for recognizing your subconscious needs, reprogramming limiting beliefs, and communicating in ways that build security instead of sabotaging connection. Jay highlights how healing isn’t about changing who you are, it’s about understanding why you are the way you are, and consciously choosing new patterns that align with the love you truly desire. They emphasize that compatibility alone isn’t enough; emotional safety, self-awareness, and the willingness to grow are what sustain meaningful connection. This is a reminder that love is not just about finding the right person, it’s about becoming the safest, most secure version of yourself. When we learn to meet our own unmet needs, we stop outsourcing our worth and start building relationships rooted in clarity, compassion, and conscious choice. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Identify Your Attachment Style How to Stop Overthinking in Relationships How to Communicate Your Emotional Needs Clearly How to Reprogram Limiting Love Beliefs How to Build Emotional Safety with a Partner How to Respond Instead of React to Triggers How to Set Boundaries Without Fear of Abandonment Awareness is the turning point. The moment you begin to notice your triggers without judging them, communicate your needs without apologizing for them, and choose growth over fear, that’s the moment your relationships begin to change. Interested in learning more about your own Attachment style, take the Attachment Style Quiz here: https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/quiz?utm_source=pr-js&utm_medium=public_relations&utm_campaign=attachment-quiz&utm_content=new-attachment-theory  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe   Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:25 Understanding Your Attachment Style 17:13 How to Date with Self-Awareness 20:26 Healing Your Core Wounds 28:50 Can Insecure Attachment Build a Healthy Relationship? 30:05 The Five Pillars of Emotional Healing 32:10 Pillar One: Reprogramming Core Beliefs 34:29 Pillar Two: Practicing Self-Validation 38:37 Pillar Three: Regulating the Nervous System 43:50 Pillar Four: Conscious Communication 53:08 Pillar Five: Creating Healthy Boundaries 50:09 Are Your Needs Realistic or Trauma-Driven? 57:16 The 90-Day Reprogramming Process 59:09 When One Partner Resists Self-Work 01:02:18 How Do You Move Forward With an Unwilling Partner? 01:04:10 The Psychology of Love Bombing 01:05:12 How Do You Set Boundaries With a Narcissist? 01:09:04 Why Anxious and Secure Dynamics Can Struggle 01:10:52 When Power Struggles Begin 01:17:53 Are You Just Scared or Is It a True Mismatch? 01:20:58 When is it Time to Break Up? 01:25:27 Do You Ever Truly Move On? 01:27:17 No One Is Ever 100% Ready 01:31:27 The Invaluable Lessons Hidden in Hard Times 01:34:51 This or That: Relationship Edition 01:39:44 Thais on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | http://offer.personaldevelopmentschool.com/podcast/all-access-pass  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHQ4lSaKRap5HyrpitrTOhQ  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/ThePersonalDevelopmentSchool/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thepersonaldevelopmentschool/  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@thaisgibson  The Thais Gibson Podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The real hardship of our time isn’t only the challenges we face, it’s that we rarely slow down enough to fully experience and process them. Jay is joined by bestselling author and journalist Michael Pollan for a deeply thoughtful exploration of consciousness, attention, and what it truly means to be present. Known for reshaping how we think about food, nature, and the human mind, Michael shares why his work always begins with curiosity rather than certainty. Together, they unpack how perception shapes reality and why the most important questions in life aren’t meant to be solved quickly, but held with patience. Jay and Michael dive into how modern life pulls us away from awareness, leaving many of us distracted, overstimulated, and disconnected from ourselves. Drawing from research on meditation, neuroscience, and psychedelic therapy, Michael explains how rigid thought patterns, rumination, and ego-driven narratives can keep us stuck. They discuss how practices that quiet the mind don’t erase our identity, but soften it, creating space for clarity, creativity, and deeper connection with the world around us. In this invterview, you'll learn: How to Stop Living on Autopilot How to Train Your Attention in a Distracted World How to Use Curiosity Instead of Certainty How to Break Free from Mental Rumination How to Quiet the Ego Without Losing Yourself How to Interrupt Stuck Thought Patterns Awareness isn’t something you have to earn or master, it’s something you already possess. Small moments of attention, pausing before reacting, listening more deeply, and learning to sit with your thoughts, can quietly reshape how you experience life. Michael Pollan’s A World Appears is a sweeping exploration of consciousness, what it is, who has it, and what it reveals about the essence of being human. Get your copy here: https://michaelpollan.com/books/a-world-appears/ With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:32 Why Great Thinkers Start With Questions 02:32 Is There Such a Thing as a Bad Question? 05:53 What is Consciousness? 07:55 Why Consciousness Matters in Daily Life 12:54 What Happens When You Put Your Phone Down 14:05 Building a Daily Meditation Practice 16:05 When Consciousness Transcends the Self 19:47 Is Everything Conscious? 25:46 What’s the Difference between the Mind and Consciousness? 31:16 Meditation and Psychedelics: The Overlap 33:36 Using Psychedelics With Intention 35:30 Is the Brain Creating Reality? 41:09 Breaking OCD Thought Loops 44:24 The Real Risks of Psychedelics 49:04 Why Psychedelics Can Help Break Addiction 51:23 How Altered States Change Our Fear of Death 53:54 Do Near-Death Experiences Change Science? 57:21 Redefining Consciousness in the AI Age 01:02:41 What Our Need for Constant Validation Says About Society  01:05:06 What Makes Humans Different From Machines 01:10:38 Why Asking Better Questions Matters 01:12:17 Michael on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/jefferson_fisher/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXjnpu6lK0HoUyOMh2ZBwhQ  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@justaskjefferson   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/justaskjefferson/   X | https://x.com/jefferson_fishr  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffersonfisher/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manifesting love isn’t about attracting the right person, it’s about being ready for the love you’re asking for. Today, Jay challenges the way people have been told to manifest love. Rather than focusing on affirmations, visualization, or waiting for the perfect person to arrive, Jay reframes manifesting as an internal process of alignment. He explains that love doesn’t appear simply because someone wants it badly enough, it shows up when beliefs, emotional availability, habits, and identity are aligned to support a healthy relationship. Drawing from psychology and attachment theory, Jay explains why chemistry alone can often be misleading. He unpacks how feeling emotionally safe, knowing your worth, and staying grounded shape attraction far more than intensity or butterflies ever could. When chaos feels exciting and calm feels unfamiliar, Jay explains, it’s often because the nervous system is drawn to what feels familiar, not what is healthy. Jay shares that Manifesting love actually means learning to choose consistency alongside chemistry, clarity over confusion, and emotional availability over emotional pursuit without lowering standards or losing self-respect. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Manifest Love Without Chasing It How to Become Emotionally Available for the Right Relationship How to Regulate Your Nervous System Before Dating How to Stop Repeating the Same Relationship Patterns How to Create Environments Where Love Can Find You How to Make Space for Love to Stay Trust that the work you’re doing matters. Love grows when you do. And when your life finally has room for it, love won’t feel confusing or exhausting, it will feel safe, steady, and real. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:02 Attract the Relationship That Matches Your Growth 02:29 Principle #1: Emotional Availability 05:53 Principle #2: Identity Shapes Attraction 09:26 Principle #3: Proximity and Probability 12:04 Principle #4: Nervous System Compatibility 15:57 Principle #5: Standards Versus Defenses 20:00 Four Things to Focus on to Manifest Love See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We often think change will make sense once we get to the other side, but what if the real work of change is learning how to stay present in the uncertainty itself? Today, Jay sits down with cognitive scientist and author Dr. Maya Shankar to explore why unexpected change feels so threatening, and why losing what we thought our life would look like can feel like losing ourselves. From a career-ending injury early in her life to deeply personal losses later on, Maya reflects on how life’s unexpected turns can quietly reshape how we see ourselves, our worth, and our place in the world. Maya explains that one of the biggest mistakes we make during change is tying our self-worth to roles, titles, or outcomes. When those fall away, it can feel deeply destabilizing. Instead, she invites us to root our identity in something more stable: our “why.” The deeper reasons behind what we love—connection, service, growth, creativity. When we stay connected to those, we can move through change without losing ourselves. Jay reflects on how often we seek external validation and why redefining success during loss is essential for resilience. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Handle Change You Didn’t Choose How to Anchor Your Self-Worth Beyond External Success How to Find Your “Why” When Life Falls Apart How to Rebuild Yourself After a Dream Ends How to Grow into the Person Change Is Shaping You To Be If you’re going through a season of change right now, remember this: you’re not broken for struggling with it. Change is meant to shake us, to slow us down, and to make us question who we are beyond our titles, plans, and expectations. A quietly powerful read about resilience and reinvention by Maya Shankar, The Other Side of Change invites you to meet yourself again when life takes an unexpected turn - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/729180/the-other-side-of-change-by-maya-shankar/ With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:11 How Change Has Shaped Your Life 04:52 Why Does Change Feel So Scary? 11:45 Why We Tie Our Identity to What We Do 16:25 What Awaits on the Other Side of Change 24:47 Using Self-Affirmation to Stay Grounded 30:51 Finding Gratitude in Who You Become 39:31 Maya on Final Five Episode Resources: Maya Shankar | https://mayashankar.com/  Maya Shankar | https://www.instagram.com/drmayashankar  Maya Shankar | https://x.com/slightchangepod  A Slight Change of Plans | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-slight-change-of-plans/id1561860622 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why do we chase people who don’t choose us, confuse anxiety for attraction, and stay in relationships that leave us questioning our worth?  Today, Jay sits down with Sabrina Zohar, podcast host and one of the most influential voices in modern dating, to unpack the emotional patterns that quietly shape how we love. Drawing from her own healing journey and work with thousands of clients, Sabrina explains how our childhood experiences, nervous system responses, and unhealed wounds influence who we’re drawn to often without us realizing it. Together, Jay and Sabrina explore what emotional availability really looks like, why consistency matters more than intensity, and how boundaries aren’t about pushing people away but protecting your peace. They break down common dating traps, from overanalyzing texts to mistaking butterflies for chemistry, and reveal why self-advocacy is one of the most important relationship skills we’re never taught. Through practical insights and deeply personal stories, Sabrina shows why asking for what you need isn’t “too much,” and why love should feel safe, not confusing. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Stop Chasing People Who Don’t Choose You How to Date Without Abandoning Yourself How to Set Boundaries Without Fear of Losing Someone How to Recognize Emotional Availability Early How to Break the Cycle of Situationships How to Ask for What You Need Without Feeling “Too Much” How to Stop Confusing Intensity for Intimacy You don’t need to chase clarity, overperform for love, or silence your needs to be chosen. Real connection begins when you feel safe enough to be honest, brave enough to set boundaries, and grounded enough to walk away from what doesn’t honor you. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:01 How to Tell If Someone Is Truly Interested 02:52 Why You Date the Parts of You That Aren’t Healed 06:04 Understanding Your Emotional State Before You Date 07:59 Don’t Ignore These Red Flags! 10:33 What Should a Healthy, Secure Relationship Feel Like? 13:34 Why Slowing Down Creates Real Connection 20:07 What’s Really Draining You About Dating? 24:09 Your Partner Will Trigger You, That’s Okay! 29:03 Building a Strong Foundation for Dating 32:45 How to Advocate for Yourself Without Fear of Losing Them 39:20 Are You Feeling Alone? 42:03 How to Spot Emotional Unavailability Early  44:51 Why Boundaries Are Non-Negotiable 46:56 How to Be Honest About Your Feelings 50:20 How to Communicate Your Needs Clearly 54:52 Why Relationships Must Support Growth 56:57 Timing Is Not a Reason to Hold On 59:23 Texting Etiquette in Modern Dating 01:12:33 Why Real Change Takes Time and Practice 01:18:36 Dating Rapid Fire  Episode Resources: Website | https://www.sabrinazohar.com/   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sabrina.zohar  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@sabrina_zohar  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@sabrina.zohar   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Sabrina-Zohar-Show-100094409286590/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you’re starting this year feeling stuck, late, or behind in life, this episode gently reminds you that you’re not late, you’re right where you’re supposed to be. Jay unpacks a quiet truth many of us carry: almost everyone feels behind in love, career, money, or purpose, even when it looks like they’re winning. We compare what we’re struggling with privately to what others show publicly and end up measuring ourselves by timelines that were never real to begin with. When you see only the surface of others’ success, it’s easy to believe you’re behind when in reality, you’re simply on a different path. Jay reframes what “behind” really means. There is no universal schedule for success, fulfillment, or clarity. Most people don’t find their direction until much later than we’re led to believe, and emotional maturity, financial stability, and creative breakthroughs often arrive in midlife, not early adulthood. The pressure you feel isn’t proof of failure, it’s often the result of unrealistic expectations you set when you didn’t yet know who you’d become. Feeling lost, especially in your twenties and thirties, isn’t a flaw, it’s part of being human. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Stop Feeling Behind in Life How to Break Free from Comparison How to Build Confidence in Your Own Season How to Let Go of Outdated Success Timelines How to Turn Invisible Growth into Strength How to Move Forward Without Rushing Decisions Life isn’t asking you to move faster, it’s asking you to move honestly. Trust the season you’re in, honor the lessons it’s teaching you, and keep showing up with consistency and self-belief. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:58 Do You Feel Behind in Life? 01:49 #1: We Compare Our Insides to Other People's Outsides 04:27 #2: You’re Focused on a Timeline that Doesn't Exist 06:41 #3: We Are Wired for Anxiety About Feeling Behind 09:20 You Are Exactly Where You’re Supposed to Be  12:53 What to Do When You Feel Behind 13:33 Step #1: Compare Less, Connect More 14:16 Step #2: Rewrite Your Timeline 15:49 Step #3: Identify Your Season 16:54 Step #4: Define Progress as Consistency Not Speed 17:42 Step #5: Ask the Question that Changes Everything 18:20 Five Practical Steps to Take This Year See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happens when success arrives before you truly know who you are. How do you learn to quiet the inner critic while becoming a better partner, parent, and person in the process? Today, Jay sits down with Nick Jonas for an intimate conversation about identity, purpose, and the inner work that comes with growing up in the spotlight. Nick opens up about what it was really like starting his career so young, dealing with rejection early on and growing up with the pressure of being labeled “the shy, creative one.” As the conversation unfolds, Nick shares how fatherhood, marriage, and health challenges have profoundly redefined his priorities. He reflects on the vulnerability of becoming a parent, the anxiety that comes with loving someone so deeply, and the grounding practices, movement, routine, and therapy that help him stay present. Through stories of his daughter’s early days, his evolving relationship with faith, and the inspiration behind his new music, Nick reveals how creativity became both a refuge and a mirror, allowing him to heal, grow, and speak more honestly than ever before. Jay and Nick discuss what it truly means to be a good partner, a present parent, and a kinder version of yourself, especially when life feels overwhelming. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Turn Life’s Hardest Seasons Into Creative Fuel How to Stay Grounded When You’ve Lived Life in the Spotlight How to Be a Present Partner Instead of a Defensive One How to Navigate Anxiety Without Letting It Define You How to Reconnect With the Fearless Version of Yourself How to Build Emotional Resilience Through Routine and Movement How to Show Up as a Better Parent by Healing Yourself First Wherever you are in your journey, know that it’s okay to slow down, ask better questions, and choose compassion over criticism. You’re allowed to evolve, outgrow old labels, and rewrite the way you speak to yourself.  Nick Jonas’ new album, Sunday Best, out February 6th: https://nickjonas.lnk.to/SundayBest With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 03:13 Who Is Nick Jonas Today? 05:02 Stepping Onto Broadway at Eight Years Old 07:00 What was It Really Like Growing Up in the Disney Spotlight? 08:40 Facing Financial Uncertainty as a Kid 11:08 Turning Deep Struggle Into Music 14:53 Finding Your Identity Beyond Labels 16:42 The Ongoing Journey of Self-Discovery 19:20 Why Early Exposure Became the Best Training Ground 22:16 Everyone Makes Mistakes 25:34 Recognizing and Quieting Your Inner Critic 31:53 Understanding the Unconditional Love of a Father 36:05 Staying Emotionally Strong for Your Family 40:18 The Moment He Fell for Priyanka Chopra 42:33 The Blending of Two Cultures  45:45 What His Wife Really Thinks 51:45 What Does it Mean to be a Good Husband? 54:50 Seeing the World Through a Child’s Eyes 58:06 The Fears That Come With Fatherhood 01:01:34 How Movement Helps Clear the Mind 01:03:53 Navigating Stressful Moments With Grace 01:08:04 Nick on Final Five Episode Resources: Nick Jonas | https://nickjonas.com/  Nick Jonas | https://www.instagram.com/nickjonas  Nick Jonas | https://www.tiktok.com/@nickjonas  Nick Jonas | https://www.youtube.com/user/NickJonasVEVO  Nick Jonas | https://x.com/nickjonas  Nick Jonas | https://www.facebook.com/nickjonas  Nick Jonas | https://nickjonas.tumblr.com/  Nick Jonas | https://www.snapchat.com/@jicknonas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re not failing at life. We were just never taught how to speak up, handle rejection, and confidently ask for what we want. Today, Jay sits down with sales leader and entrepreneur Shelby Sapp to unpack why sales isn’t about convincing others, but about understanding people, building trust, and believing in yourself. Shelby shares how the skills that helped her go from door-to-door sales to building a thriving business are the same skills we use every day: advocating for ourselves, navigating rejection, and communicating our value. She reframes sales as a mindset shift, from seeing “no” as failure to seeing it as feedback, explaining why learning how to sell is really about learning how to think, speak, and lead with confidence. Jay and Shelby break down the core principles that make sales applicable to every area of life: identifying leverage, creating real value, keeping things simple, and having the courage to ask for what you want. Shelby explains why people don’t buy products, they buy solutions, outcomes, and relief and how rejection becomes easier when you stop taking it personally. They also dive into the deeper mindset shifts that separate those who stay stuck from those who grow. Shelby challenges the idea that confidence comes before action, revealing instead that confidence is built by doing uncomfortable things repeatedly and overcoming rejection. Jay reflects on how sales skills teach resilience, the ability to keep showing up with belief even after setbacks, and why handling rejection well can unlock opportunities in every part of life. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Sell Without Feeling Manipulative How to Communicate Your Value Clearly How to Handle “No” Without Taking It Personally How to Ask for What You Want (and Get It) How to Identify What Truly Motivates People How to Stop Overexplaining and Keep It Simple How to Create Momentum When You Feel Stuck Progress isn’t about perfection, it’s about momentum. Trust yourself enough to ask, to act, and to keep going. The skills you build today will shape the confidence, freedom, and purpose you step into tomorrow.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:23 You’re Already Using Sales in Your Every Day Life  02:53 The Power of the Reframe  04:42 The Core Sales Skills Everyone Needs 08:03 Sales Isn’t Manipulation, It’s Emotional Leadership 12:59 One Connection Can Change Everything 17:41 Building a High-Income Skill is Essential  19:51 Why Mindset Is the Real Advantage 21:35 A Simple Sales Process That Actually Works 27:31 The Most Memorable Thing You’ve Ever Been Sold 30:55 How to Spend Money More Mindfully 34:44 How to Get Started in Sales (Even If You’re Scared) 35:42 Are Networking Events Worth Your Time? 39:39 There’s No Limit to What You Can Earn 43:15 How to Create a Major Salary Jump 46:19 Jobs That Sharpen Your Sales Skills 47:49 The Mindset That Keeps People Stuck 49:35 The Power of Believing in Yourself  51:59 How to Sell Any Product Effectively 56:44 Sell Me This Pen 01:02:41 Why Assumptions Kill Sales 01:04:09 How to Handle Rejection Without Losing Momentum 01:07:27 How to Reframe Any Objection 01:12:07 The Right Way to Ask for a Raise 01:15:44 What Employers Are Really Looking For 01:20:06 It’s Not a No, It’s a Lesson 01:21:22 How to Talk About Your Wins Without Ego 01:23:24 The Most Challenging Deal of All 01:25:29 Why the Best Sellers Preempt Objections 01:27:12 Why We Struggle to Invest in Ourselves 01:30:57 Shelby on Final Five  Episode Resources: Shelby Sapp | https://shelbysapp.com/  Shelby Sapp | https://www.instagram.com/shelby.sapp/  Shelby Sapp | https://www.youtube.com/@Shelbysappyt  She Sells | https://shesellsremote.com/  She Sells | https://www.instagram.com/shesellsacademy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay breaks down why so many of us feel drained, overwhelmed, and burned out, and what it really means to protect your energy. He begins by unpacking the quiet habits that drain us without us realizing it: overgiving, overcommitting, mistaking busyness for worth, and confusing being agreeable with being kind. Jay reminds us that our energy is our currency, and whether we notice it or not, we’re spending it with every text, every thought, and every interaction. The people in our lives either expand us or exhaust us, and often, our bodies recognize the truth long before our minds catch up. Jay then breaks down the subtle relationship dynamics that quietly drain our energy. From emotional dumping and boundary testing to one-sided support and situational friendships, he explains how these patterns, often unintentional, slowly wear us down. He also turns the focus inward, revealing how we drain ourselves by seeking approval, avoiding discomfort, and trying to earn love through overextending. Protecting your peace isn’t about cutting people off, it’s about ending the cycle of self-betrayal that keeps you exhausted. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Protect Your Energy Daily How to Stop Overextending Yourself How to Respond When Someone Drains Your Energy How to Run a Weekly Energy Audit How to Build Physical, Emotional, and Energetic Boundaries Take a moment today to breathe, recalibrate, and return to yourself. You deserve to feel grounded, clear, and whole. The more you honor your own capacity, the more you’ll show up in the world with the warmth, clarity, and presence you’ve been searching for. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  What We Discuss: 00:00 Why Protecting Your Energy Matters 01:45 Your Energy Is Your True Currency 04:07 Energy Givers vs. Energy Takers 05:37 #1: The Emotional Dumper 06:48 #2: The Chronic Taker 07:36 #3: The Boundary Tester 09:04 #4: The Compliment Parasite 10:19 #5: The Situational Friend 11:39 The Hidden Inner Energy Leaks 14:01 Protecting Your Energy Without Becoming Cold 17:00 Three Practical Ways to Safeguard Your Energy 19:23 Reclaim Your Light See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay welcomes internationally recognized psychic medium John Edward for an eye-opening conversation about grief, healing, and the survival of consciousness. John shares how people often come to him hoping for closure after losing a loved one, only to realize that what they truly find is connection. Rather than “fixing” grief, his work helps people recognize that love continues beyond the physical world and that healing comes not from moving on from loss, but from reframing how we see it. Through his own journey from skeptic to seeker, John illustrates how curiosity and openness can lead us to deeper truths about life and beyond. Together, Jay and John break down the biggest misconceptions about mediumship, especially the fine line between skepticism and cynicism. John shares why healthy skepticism can actually be a gateway to discovery, while cynicism closes the door before anything begins. He also walks through the scientific studies that have examined his abilities, how he receives information through clairvoyance, clairaudience, and clairsentience, and why validation is at the core of every reading.  John emphasizes that no one truly “needs” a reading, they need understanding. By reframing grief as the other side of love, he invites us to honor our emotions, say what matters while our loved ones are still here, and discover meaningful ways to carry their presence forward. From keeping traditions alive to sharing their stories, John reminds us that our connections don’t end, they endure when we choose to include those we’ve lost in our everyday lives. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Reframe Grief Into Growth How to Recognize Real Connection vs. Closure How to Tell If a Psychic Is Genuine How to Keep Loved Ones Present After Loss How to Talk About Death Without Fear How to Find Lessons Hidden in Grief How to Honor Your Loved One’s Legacy Grief may leave cracks in our hearts, yet those very cracks can become the places where light enters and strength is revealed. Each moment we choose to honor the past while embracing the present, we create space for deeper connection, renewed purpose, and lasting peace. Check out John’s latest book, Chasing Evil: Shocking Crimes, Supernatural Forces, and an FBI Agent’s Search for Hope and Justice. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  Get 50% Off Monarch, the all-in-one financial tool at www.monarch.com/PURPOSE What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:28 Why Do People Really Go See a Medium? 01:11 Turning Grief Into Discovery 03:37 Skepticism vs. Cynicism 07:53 The Science Behind Psychic Studies 12:08 How Messages Are Received in a Reading 16:04 What Actually is a Psychic Medium? 18:10 Everything Is Energy 20:25 Red Flags to Look for in Readings 24:35 A Session That Changed Everything 30:20 Do We Ever “Need” a Reading? 33:03 Discovering Your Life Path 37:56 Challenges That Arise in Readings 41:36 Exploring Reincarnation and Consciousness 47:55 Choosing Between Fear and Love 49:40 When Grief Truly Begins 53:47 Say What You Need to Say Before It’s Too Late   57:42 Grief is the Other Side of Love 01:00:13 Finding Your Way Through Grief 01:02:12 The Truth About Time and Healing 01:05:27 Moving Forward When You Feel Stuck 01:07:08 Astrology as an Energetic Blueprint 01:10:42 Honoring and Living With Grief Every Day  01:12:13 Supporting a Grieving Parent 01:12:57 The Comfort in Knowing No One Really Dies Alone 01:16:22 Keeping Their Memories Alive After They’re Gone  01:19:38 Letting Go of Their Belongings to Heal  01:21:21 Internalizing, Not Externalizing Feelings 01:23:37 Chasing Evil  Episode Resources: John Edward | https://johnedward.net/  John Edward | https://www.instagram.com/psychicmediumje/  John Edward | https://www.facebook.com/psychicmediumje  John Edward | https://x.com/psychicmediumje  John Edward | https://www.tiktok.com/@psychicmediumje See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Gabrielle Lyon doesn’t just talk about strength—she reframes it, revealing how building muscle is a daily practice of resilience, clarity, and long-term health. Jay sits down with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon for a conversation that shifts how we think about health, strength, and aging. What starts as a conversation about fitness quickly becomes something deeper: our responsibility to our future selves. Jay shares his own journey with exercise, mindset, and consistency, while Gabrielle challenges long-held beliefs around weight loss, diet culture, and why so many people feel exhausted, stuck, or confused about their health.. Together, they unpack why muscle is far more than an aesthetic goal, it’s a metabolic organ that influences brain health, longevity, hormones, confidence, and disease prevention. Gabrielle breaks down why weight loss alone can backfire, how being “skinny fat” puts people at real risk, and why muscle loss may be linked to diabetes, Alzheimer’s, and chronic fatigue. Jay bridges the science to everyday life, digging into practical questions about protein, resistance training, walking, cardio, fasting, supplements, and how even small actions, like pushups or cold exposure, can create powerful mental shifts. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Build Muscle for Longevity, Not Just Appearance How to Stop Chasing Weight Loss and Start Building Strength How to Eat Protein in a Way That Actually Builds Muscle How to Avoid Being “Skinny Fat” and Why It Matters How to Balance Cardio and Resistance Training for Real Results How to Build Physical Strength That Supports Emotional Resilience No matter your age, starting point, or past habits, it’s never too late to build strength from the inside out. Aging is inevitable, but feeling weak, stuck, or disconnected doesn’t have to be. You are allowed to become stronger, mentally and physically, one choice at a time and that choice is always available to you today. Check out Dr. Gabrielle Lyon’s latest book, The Forever Strong PLAYBOOK, the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to feel stronger, move better, and stay energized. To order FOREVER STRONG, visit: https://drgabriellelyon.com/forever-strong/  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:16 Building a Stronger, More Resilient World 02:06 Why Everything Starts With the Mind 04:12 How Building Muscle Can Shift Your Mental State 06:23 Why Unhealthy Muscle Drives Obesity 10:53 Understanding Metabolic Syndrome 13:05 Why Is Gaining Fat Easier Than Building Muscle? 16:02 A Simple Framework for Building Muscle 19:39 Muscle Mass Matters More for Long-Term Health! 25:27 Men vs. Women: Is Building Muscle Different? 28:31 Simple Ways to Test and Build Grip Strength 34:59 The Hidden Dangers of Being “Skinny Fat” 38:01 How Highly Processed Diets Damage Muscle Health 42:41 How to Use Nutrition to Stimulate Muscle Growth 47:11 How Much Protein Do We Actually Need? 51:11 The Two Ways to Stimulate Skeletal Muscle 53:45 Being Sedentary Will Kill Your Progress 57:44 Don’t Skip Meals if You Want to Gain Muscle  59:39 Do 10,000 Steps Actually Build Muscle? 01:00:20 Do Pilates and Yoga Count as Strength Training? 01:01:11 Lifting Weights Is a Non-Negotiable 01:03:39 The Link Between Muscle Health and Fertility 01:06:58 The Only Organ System You Can Truly Control 01:09:10 Supplements That Actually Support Your Body 01:13:00 Are Protein Ice Creams Actually a Good Source of Protein? 01:17:22 How Food Companies Shape What You Believe 01:24:04 Gabrielle on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://drgabriellelyon.com/   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWPQJeWz4pvccA3lIoZ7j1Q  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@drgabriellelyon   X | https://x.com/drgabriellelyon  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyon/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Falling in love can be one of the most beautiful experiences in the world, but it can also be the place where we lose ourselves. Today, Jay invites us to pause and reflect on how we fall in love, and what it’s costing us when we do. Love, he explains, isn’t meant to complete us or rescue us from our pain; it’s meant to add to a life that already feels rooted and whole. Too often, we mistake intensity for intimacy and attachment for alignment, ignoring the subtle signals that tell us whether a relationship is helping us grow or quietly pulling us away from who we are. Jay unpacks the biggest mistakes we make in love, beginning with the habit of outsourcing our emotional healing. When we rely on a partner to regulate our emotions, fix our wounds, or validate our worth, love becomes a burden rather than a blessing. He encourages us to tune into the signals that matter most, how you feel after conversations, whether your energy expands or contracts, and if your values are being respected. These signals aren’t signs of failure; they’re invitations to deeper self-awareness and healthier connection.  In this episode, you'll learn: How to Fall in Love Without Losing Yourself How to Stop Making Love Your Identity How to Let Love Add to Your Life, Not Replace It How to Heal Yourself Without Relying on a Partner How to Recognize Emotional Red Flags Early How to Choose Someone Who Respects Your Life How to Build Love That Supports Your Growth Love doesn’t have to feel like losing yourself, proving your worth, or shrinking to be chosen. It can be calm, supportive, and deeply affirming when it’s built from self-respect and clarity. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:11 How to Fall in Love Without Losing Yourself 02:10 The Biggest Mistake We Make in Love 03:42 #1: Love Should Bring More Join In  08:12 #2: Don't Outsource Your Emotional Healing 09:57 #3: Don't Ignore the Signals 13:14 #4: The Three Love Boundaries You Mustn't Cross 16:05 #5: Fall in Love with Someone Who Loves Your Life See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Paris Hilton returns to On Purpose not as the icon the world once projected onto her, but as the woman she has fought to become. Paris opens up about the many chapters of her healing journey, through trauma, public scrutiny, and profound personal loss, and how each experience shaped her identity. From revisiting painful moments of being misunderstood, underestimated, and violated in the public eye, to reclaiming her narrative through creativity, advocacy, and self-compassion, Paris reflects on what it truly means to find your voice after years of silence. Paris also shares how music became a lifeline, a form of therapy that helped her process pain and rediscover her voice, a journey that unfolds in her latest documentary, Infinite Icon. She speaks candidly about living with ADHD, not as a limitation, but as a superpower that fuels her creativity, courage, and entrepreneurial vision. Through stories of hyperfocus, resilience, and learning how to build systems that support the way her mind works, Paris reframes what success can look like when you stop trying to fit into a world that was never designed for you. Now a mother of two, Paris reflects on how love, boundaries, and purpose have reshaped her life. She opens up about finding real partnership after doing the inner work, the joy and responsibility of raising children with kindness and openness, and why giving back, especially protecting vulnerable children and supporting communities in the aftermath of loss, has become central to who she is today. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Stop Carrying Shame That Was Never Yours How to Heal Without Erasing Your Past How to Set Boundaries Without Apologizing How to Build Self-Worth Beyond Public Opinion How to Lead With Kindness After Pain How to Become Yourself Again After Survival Mode You don’t have to be perfect to move forward. You don’t have to be understood by everyone to be worthy. What matters most is the relationship you build with yourself, the boundaries you honor, and the kindness you choose to lead with. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:13 Healing Through Music 05:15 Lyrics That Could Change Your Mood 06:40 ADHD Awareness 10:09 How to Turn ADHD Into a Superpower 11:34 Doing Important Things First  14:24 The Challenges of Having ADHD 17:59 The Importance of a Strong Support System for Children 20:34 The Aftermath Of A Damaging Tape 24:49 Revisiting A Terrible Experience  27:47 Back In The Spotlight  29:43 Healing And Reclaiming Your Narrative  34:24 The Journey Of Healing  38:48 The Joys Of Motherhood  49:39 Lessons From The Paris Playbook 42:38 Being Misunderstood & Underestimated  44:28 What Truly Matters Is You 46:43 Is It Love Or Just ADHD? 49:27 Routines To Help People With ADHD 51:27 Perfectionism Is A Myth 52:33 The LA Wildfires 57:55 Final Five: Paris Hilton Episode Resources: Website | https://parishilton.com/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/parishilton/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwl5c3q0uBK3mVv9OXQUeeQ  Twitter | https://twitter.com/parishilton  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/ParisHilton  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@parishilton See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Money doesn’t define you, it reveals what you value, what you understand, and whether your choices are leading to freedom or confinement.   Jay sits down once again with entrepreneur and financial educator Jaspreet Singh for a comprehensive conversation about money, mindset, and the systems that quietly shape our financial realities. Jay opens up about how success, comparison, and social pressure distort our relationship with wealth, while Jaspreet challenges the idea that financial struggle is purely personal failure. Together, they unpack why so many people work hard yet feel stuck, caught in a cycle they were never taught how to escape, and why the first step to financial freedom isn’t earning more, but really understanding the rules of money.   Jay and Jaspreet lay out a clear, practical framework for building financial stability, from redefining money as a tool rather than a measure of self-worth, to understanding debt, investing, and the habits that keep people broke. Jaspreet breaks down complex ideas into simple, actionable steps, emphasizing the importance of having emergency savings, intentional spending, and long-term ownership over short-term appearances.   Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is accelerating inequality between those who understand it and those who ignore it, and why learning to use AI is becoming essential across every industry. Rather than chasing fast money or quick wins, they encourage listeners to focus on education, adaptability, and patience, building systems that serve their values, protect their families, and create lasting impact.   In this interview, you'll learn: How to Break the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Cycle How to Treat Money as a Tool, Not Your Identity How to Build a $2,000 Safety Net Fast How to Separate Spending, Saving, and Investing How to Use AI to Get Ahead at Work and in Business How to Build Wealth Without Chasing Fast Money   If money has ever felt overwhelming, confusing, or out of reach, this is your reminder that nothing is “wrong” with you, you were simply never taught the rules. Small decisions, repeated consistently, have the power to change not just your finances, but the way you see your future. Want smarter money insights without the noise? Sign up for Jaspreet’s free Market Briefs newsletter and get bonus access to his investing masterclass here: https://briefs.finance/c2ebdb   With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty   Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.    Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast    What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:25 Are You Stuck Living Paycheck to Paycheck? 07:26 The Illusion of Looking Rich While Being in Debt 18:37 What is the First Thing You Should Cut to Start Saving Money? 27:13 The Fastest, Most Realistic Way to Make More Money 32:47 How to Become Revenue-Generating at Work or in Business 34:31 Start by Solving a Problem You Already Understand 39:03 How to Start Investing (Even With Little Money) 45:13 Begin With the Easiest Investing Option Available 46:43 How the Stock Market Really Works 51:17 Why Quick Money Never Lasts 53:59 Where the Real Financial Opportunities in AI Are 01:01:48 What Market Briefs Is and Why It Matters 01:03:46 How to Prepare for an AI-Driven Economy 01:09:52 The Best Places to Learn About AI Right Now 01:12:20 Why Financial Education Matters More in the AI Age 01:14:02 Spend More on Investments That Increase Your Freedom   Episode Resources: Website | https://theminoritymindset.com/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/minoritymindset  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/minoritymindset  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@minoritymindset   X | https://x.com/MinorityM1ndset  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/minoritymindset  Facebook |  https://www.facebook.com/MinorityMindset/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Real change doesn’t happen all at once, It’s built through quiet, repeated choices most people never notice. In this episode, Jay challenges the idea that transformation requires motivation or perfect timing, revealing instead that lasting change is created through systems, structure, and intentional design. He explains why most people stay stuck year after year, not because they lack discipline or talent, but because they rely on hope when what they need is strategy. Jay walks us through a practical blueprint for lasting transformation, beginning with reshaping your environment so the right habits become your default. From upgrading your identity to mastering one skill that can reshape your confidence, career, and self-belief, he shows how small improvements compound over time. Drawing on psychology, neuroscience, and real human stories, Jay reframes success as consistency over perfection, choosing discipline when motivation fades and stepping into who you’re meant to become. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Change Your Life by Redesigning Your Environment  How to Make Good Habits Your Default  How to Use Fear as a Signal to Take Action How to Break Big Goals Into Four Powerful Seasons How to Transform Your Life by Serving Others This year isn’t about becoming someone else, it’s about becoming more of who you already are, with better systems, healthier boundaries, and stronger habits to support you. Progress won’t be linear, and that’s okay. What matters is staying committed to the direction, not the speed. Every effort counts, even the ones no one sees.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:41 How to Change Your Life in One Year 03:29 #1: Start With Redesigning Your System 06:35 #2: The Four Seasons of Growth 08:57 #3: Fix the Relationships that Matter 11:50 #4: Fear Grows the Longer You Avoid It 14:48 #5: The Power of Service 17:58 Give Yourself a Year to Make a Difference See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay is joined on stage at Boston’s Wang Theatre by his longtime friend Mel Robbins, in front of a packed live audience. Their shared history allows them to speak openly and honestly about the pressure to be liked, the fear of being misunderstood, and how easily we lose ourselves trying to meet other people’s expectations. Mel’s superpower is her ability to choose herself in moments when giving up or staying small feels safer. Mel shares the hard truths she’s learned about self-criticism, people-pleasing, and why waiting to feel “ready” keeps us stuck. Jay reflects on how constantly judging and fixing ourselves pulls us away from our inner life, and why real growth starts with awareness and self-respect. Mel also talks about how many of her biggest changes came from desperation, not confidence, and Jay reframes jealousy, fear, and failure as signs that something meaningful is trying to emerge. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Stop Letting Other People’s Opinions Run Your Life How to Quiet Your Inner Critic When Stress Takes Over How to Unlearn the Self-Criticism You Were Taught Growing Up How to Stop Waiting to Feel “Ready” to Start Living Your Life How to Break the Habit of People-Pleasing Without Guilt How to Use Jealousy as a Clue Instead of a Curse How to Keep Going When Desperation, Not Confidence, Is Driving You Life doesn’t change all at once. It changes when you choose to speak to yourself with kindness, honor your needs, and take the next step even when you’re afraid. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:17 What Do We Really Worry About Most? 02:12 How to Quiet the Inner Critic 15:50 Stop Obsessing Over the Physical  18:17 How People-Pleasing Is Actually a Form of Control 25:02 Start Listening to Your Own Needs 29:54 Finding the Strength to Let Go and Move Forward 41:15 Is it a Vibe or Not a Vibe? 46:18 Creating Safety by Letting Go of Judgment 50:04 The Power of Outlasting Yourself 58:50 Making Space for Hurt While Choosing Compassion 01:05:14 Turning What You Love Into a Business Episode Resources: Website | https://www.melrobbins.com/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/melrobbins/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/melrobbins  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@melrobbins  The Mel Robbins Podcast The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can’t Stop Talking About See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matthew McConaughey didn’t build his life by trying to control every outcome. He built it by learning when to let go and when to trust. Today, Jay sits down with Matthew for a raw, unfiltered exploration of purpose, faith, discipline, and what it really means to live well. It’s an honest conversation about the moments that shape us, and the choices that quietly define who we become. Together, they move through certainty and surrender, ambition and presence, effort and trust. Matthew opens up about his lifelong relationship with achievement and his growing desire to create space for stillness, daydreaming, and reflection. He shares how writing became a way to strip away filters and speak more directly to his truth, and how fatherhood reshaped his understanding of responsibility, humility, and love. Jay and Matthew explore failure as a sign of growth, and how disappointment when met with self-awareness, can teach rather than define us. Together they reveal a powerful insight: growth doesn’t come from trying to perfect ourselves, but from learning how to stay present, curious, and grounded through every season of life.  Matthew reflects on the balance between taking responsibility and letting go, between striving for excellence and accepting imperfection. He shares why he believes the world is conspiring to make us happy, not through ease, but through meaning, effort, and alignment. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Trust Life Without Losing Control How to Redefine Success Beyond Achievement How to Learn From Failure Without Shame How to Build Trust Before You Need It How to Stay Present Without Chasing Perfection How to Strengthen Love Through Daily Intention How to Find Meaning When Answers Aren’t Clear Life isn’t asking you to be perfect, it’s asking you to be present. To stay curious. To keep learning. To choose courage over comfort and intention over autopilot. No matter where you are right now, progress is still possible, meaning is still available, and your next step matters. Explore Matthew McConaughey’s reflections  on faith, belief, and the human experience in his book Poems & Prayers: http://poemsprayers.com/ With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:16 The Drive for Purpose and Accomplishment 04:23 Living With a Beginner’s Mind 07:20 What Chapter of Life Are You In Right Now? 13:21 Why You’re Exactly Where You Need to Be 16:25 How Your View of Success Shapes Failure 20:39 Humility Means Being Honest With Yourself 23:15 The Power of Consequences 25:47 You Just Need to Take One Step at a Time 30:49 Staying Grounded in Faith Through Real Life Experiences  34:37 Ways to Strengthen Your Spiritual Practice 45:29 What is Truly Fascinating About Being Human? 50:45 Are We Expecting Too Much From Others? 58:57 Where Do You Seek Validation? 01:01:56 Learning to Trust Without Losing Control 01:08:28 When Everything Matters, Nothing Does 01:13:24 A More Realistic Way to Think About Love 01:24:14 Understanding Both Sides of Consequence 01:27:49 Matthew on Final Five Episode Resources: Poems & Prayers | http://poemsprayers.com/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/officiallymcconaughey/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChH3PVceKAMkFXHza0PlX_Q  X | https://x.com/McConaughey  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/MatthewMcConaughey/  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@officiallymcconaughey_m See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay invites us to rethink everything we’ve been taught about breaking bad habits. Instead of blaming willpower, discipline, or personality traits, he reframes habits as systems shaped by our triggers, emotions, and environments. He explains why most habits aren’t character flaws but subconscious coping strategies designed to provide comfort, escape, or relief. With this approach, we end up battling ourselves instead of breaking the loop that’s actually sustaining the habit. The real shift begins when we stop asking “What’s wrong with me?” and start asking “What is this habit doing for me?” Jay then breaks down the four-part habit loop: trigger, emotion, behavior, and reward and shows how interrupting just one part can collapse the entire pattern. He explains that our environment matters more than motivation and if you want to change a habit, you have to change the cues that trigger it. Rather than quitting habits cold turkey, he encourages replacing the reward with a healthier form of relief, reminding us that the brain will always seek comfort. Through simple, practical examples, he shows how small interruptions, conscious pauses, and thoughtful substitutions can dismantle habits that once felt impossible to break.  In this episode, you'll learn: How to Break Bad Habits Without Relying on Willpower How to Identify the Hidden Triggers Fueling Your Habits How to Interrupt the Habit Loop How to Stop Fighting Habits and Start Understanding Them How to Build an Identity That Makes Good Habits Stick How to Use Small Replacements to Create Big Change Every habit you want to change once served a purpose, now you get to decide what serves you going forward. When you become aware of your triggers, redesign your environment, and choose support over struggle, growth becomes lighter and more sustainable.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:34 How Do You Actually Break a Bad Habit? 02:06 You Are Not Your Habits 05:04 The 4-Part Loop that Creates the Habit 07:11 Action #1: Redesign Your Triggers 08:44 Action #2: Replace the Reward not the Habit 11:33 Action #3: Interrupt the Loop In Real Time 12:48 Action #4: Build a New Identity Around Your Choices 15:00 The #1 Mistake in Breaking Habits 15:51 90-Day Habit Breakup Blueprint See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Honnold doesn’t climb to feel alive, he climbs because, in those moments, life finally feels simple. Today, Jay sits down with world-renowned climber Alex Honnold to explore what truly lies behind fear, focus, and extraordinary achievement. Alex shares how his relationship with fear has been shaped not by a lack of it, but by years of consistent exposure, revealing that courage isn’t about being fearless, but about learning how to listen, respond, and stay present. Jay and Alex dive into the discipline behind seemingly impossible feats: visualization, preparation, and intentional living. Alex opens up about how he mentally rehearses climbs in vivid detail, not by imagining success alone, but by walking through every sensation, risk, and possibility. This process, he explains, allows him to stay calm and grounded when it matters most. Jay draws parallels to meditation, public speaking, and everyday challenges, showing how the same principles of visualization, presence, and focus can help anyone face intimidating moments with clarity and confidence. Beyond climbing, Alex shows his other self, a husband, father, and friend who values simplicity, purpose, and service. From building a foundation that brings solar energy to communities in need to choosing joy over ego-driven success, Alex embodies a life guided by intention rather than external validation. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Build Calm by Facing Fear How to Train Your Mind Before You Act How to Stay Focused When the Stakes Are High How to Normalize Fear Instead of Fighting It How to Use Visualization for Peak Performance How to Know Your Limits Without Losing Ambition How to Build Mastery Through Consistent Practice You don’t need to chase danger or push yourself to the edge to grow. Growth happens when you prepare with intention, focus on what’s in front of you, and stop letting imagined outcomes hold you back. Watch Alex Honnold free-solo the 101-story Skyscraper, Taipei 101 live on Netflix on January 23rd. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:27 The Deeper Reason Behind Climbing the Tallest Building 04:11 Choosing an Unconventional Path 06:58 Why Consistent Practice Changes Everything 09:28 What It Really Takes to Become Great 11:51 Lessons From Getting Lost 13:41 Why Fear Loses Its Power Over Time 17:00 Understanding Fear as a Physical Sensation 20:42 The Discipline of Staying Within Your Limits 22:41 What Extended Meditation Teaches You 25:55 Preparing the Mind and Body for a Big Challenge 28:51 How High Performers Actually Train 33:03 Being Intentional About the Risks You Take 34:42 Why Visualization Is a Performance Tool 38:36 Imagining the Process, Not Just the Outcome 42:32 Nature vs. Nurture: What Shapes Us Early in Life 45:58 Perfectionism, Pressure, and Letting Go 47:21 Daily Habits That Support Peak Performance 50:54 Bringing an Adventurous Mindset Into Everyday Life 53:48 Handling the Pressure Before a Defining Moment 56:49 The Climb That Redefined Human Potential 58:54 What Truly Matters When Choosing a Life Partner 01:03:31 Spotlighting People Protecting the Planet 01:03:31 What They're Doing at Planet Visionaries 01:06:07 A Letter for Alex 01:14:10 Alex on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://www.alexhonnold.com/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/alexhonnold  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/AlexHonnold/  YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwqnNQOiZzpPNazMN0cBAzw  Planet Visionaries | https://podcasts.apple.com/kg/podcast/planet-visionaries-season-5/id1572495128  Honnold Foundation | https://www.honnoldfoundation.org/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay sits down with Tony Robbins, world-renowned life and business strategist, bestselling author, and one of the most influential voices in personal development, for a conversation that goes far beyond motivation and into the mechanics of real change. Together, they explore why so many people feel stuck in their lives, emotionally, professionally, and spiritually and how that feeling is often rooted not in lack of ability, but in delayed or avoided decisions. Jay and Tony challenge modern ideas around comfort, self-care, and success. Tony shares why growth, not ease, is the true source of confidence and fulfillment, and why discipline and commitment build self-trust in ways comfort never can. Jay guides the discussion toward the balance between the science of achievement and the art of fulfillment, showing how success without meaning can feel empty, while meaning without action can leave people frustrated and stuck. Through practical frameworks, real-life stories, and honest reflection, the episode reframes discomfort as a necessary part of becoming who you’re meant to be. Together they explore how purpose evolves over time, why contribution gives life its deepest meaning, and how fulfillment comes from growing and giving, not just achieving. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Stop Feeling Stuck by Making One Clear Decision How to Build Confidence Through Difficult Choices How to Create Clarity Without Waiting for Certainty How to Grow Instead of Chasing Comfort How to Strengthen Self-Trust Through Discipline How to Design a Life That Keeps You Growing If you’re feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or stuck right now, let this be a reminder that nothing has gone wrong. You don’t need to have everything figured out to move forward. You only need the courage to take the next step, even if it feels uncomfortable. Learn more and get your ticket at timetorisesummit.com  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:10 Make Decisions To Feel Unstuck 04'47 The Ability To See Beyond Your Present Moment 08:00 The Trial & Error Method Of Decision Making 10:50 Start With Small Decisions To Gain Momentum 11:50 Decision Making Isn't A One-step Process 13:33 Decision Vs Commitment 17:31 Decision Making Is A Continual Process 21:10 6 Steps To Help You Make Important Decisions 25:57 Tony Robbins On Spirituality & Manifestation 29:45 Philosophy Vs Strategy 31:31 The Science Of Achievement 33:13 The Art Of Fulfillment 36:47 Success Without Fulfillment 38:38 The Statistics On Mental Health For Gen Z 40:40 Fulfillment Looks Different For Everyone 43:13 Comfort Comes From Fulfillment 46:02 Self Esteem Development Depends On You 47:55 Differences Between Growth & Hustle 49:30 You Can Have Multiple Purposes In Life 51:08 Tony Robbins On Being A Dad In His 20s & 60s 01:03:06 Would Life Matter If We Had Everything? 01:05:07 Time To Rise Summit 01:07:51 Tony Robbins On God & Relationship Episode Resources: Tony Robbins | Website Tony Robbins | Instagram Tony Robbins | Facebook Tony Robbins | YouTube Tony Robbins | TikTok Tony Robbins | LinkedIn Tony Robbins | X See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is about starting the year with clarity, by letting go of what no longer fits and building systems that support who you’re becoming. Jay explores why most resolutions fade and explains that real change doesn’t come from wishing harder or relying on motivation, but from aligning your inner world with structures that support the life you want to live. He shares how unfinished emotional chapters from the past year can quietly sabotage new beginnings, and why consciously closing one season is essential before stepping into the next. By releasing what no longer serves you, you create the mental and emotional space needed to move forward with focus and intention, rather than carrying old weight into a new year. Instead of fixating on rigid goals, Jay encourages choosing a single word to guide your energy, one that reflects who you’re becoming, not just what you want to achieve. He reframes success as an inside-out process, emphasizing growth over outcomes and systems over wishlists. From designing habits that match your vision to shaping an environment that makes discipline easier, he shows how manifestation becomes practical when your daily actions, calendar, and beliefs are aligned. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Let Go of What’s Still Holding You Back How to Focus on Growth Instead of Goals How to Build Systems That Make Success Inevitable How to Design Your Environment for Better Habits How to Work With Fear Instead of Fighting It How to Become the Person Your Dreams Require As you step into this next chapter, remember that real change isn’t created in a single moment of motivation, it’s built through small, intentional choices made consistently. You just need to be willing to show up, learn, and keep moving forward even when it feels uncomfortable.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:55 How to Manifest Your Dreams in 2026 02:21 Step #1: End Before You Begin 05:22 Step #2: Choose a Word Not a Goal 06:53 Step #3: Create a System Not a Wishlist 08:47 Step #4: Upgrade Your Environment 11:23 Step #5: Break the All or Nothing Cycle 12:17 Step #6: Use Emotional Visualization 14:27 Step #7: Work with Resistance Not Against It  15:29 Step #8: Build Public Accountability 16:56 Step #9: Use Gratitude as Fuel not Fluff 17:32 Step #10: Become the Kind of Person Your Dream Requires See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, we reflect on the moments that shaped us, challenged us, and quietly transformed us over the past year. Not just the highlights, but the heartbreaks, the pauses, the uncomfortable in-between seasons that forced us to grow in ways we didn’t fully understand at the time. In this special end-of-year compilation, you’ll hear powerful, deeply human insights from voices like Selena Gomez, Cardi B, Madonna, Novak Djokovic, Mel Robbins, Codie Sanchez, and more. Each conversation reveals how love, loss, pressure, purpose, spirituality, money, and self-belief intersect in real life, and why growth so often comes from moments we never would have chosen. You’ll hear Selena and Benny reflect on how love grows through safety, patience, and showing up imperfectly. Cardi B opens up about depression, heartbreak, and how time, accountability, and resilience helped her reclaim her power. Madonna shares why cultivating an internal, spiritual life is essential in a noisy, distracted world, while Novak Djokovic explores the tension between ambition, self-worth, and purpose even at the peak of success. Mel Robbins challenges us to reclaim our energy by letting go of other people’s opinions, and Codie Sanchez reframes money, risk, and opportunity as skills that can be learned rather than fears to avoid. Together, these conversations remind us that growth isn’t linear, healing takes time, and the most meaningful progress begins when we listen inward, protect our energy, and move forward with intention. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Turn Hard Seasons Into Personal Growth How to Build Love Through Vulnerability and Safety How to Heal After Heartbreak Without Rushing the Process How to Embrace Failure as a Starting Point, Not an Ending How to Let Go of Other People’s Opinions and Reclaim Your Energy How to Build Resilience Through Accountability and Time How to Move Forward With Purpose, Not Pressure Give yourself permission to heal at your own pace, to learn without shame, and to start again as many times as you need. Protect your energy, listen to what truly matters to you, and trust that small, intentional steps create meaningful change over time.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty. Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:20 Selena X Benny: Love Story 04:48 A Misunderstanding In The Studio 10:35 Love Blossomed From Friendship 12:27 The Little Things Matter 13:01 Emma Watson: Day To Day Activities & Hobbies 16:53 Honesty In Hardships 18:04 Staying Authentic To Yourself 20:01 Four Steps Forward, Four Steps Deep 23:07 Embracing Failure Creates Space For Resilience 24:34 Depression, Vulnerability & Divorce 28:53 Time Heals All 33:48 Handling Constant Criticism & Pressure 36:45 Madonna: 28 Years On A Spiritual Path 42:24 The Third Space Theory 44:16 Spiritual Practices To Keep You Going 48:30 Have You Really Dated a Narcissist? 50:15 Why Money Breaks Relationships 56:51 When Intimacy Needs Don’t Match 01:00:37 Cody Sanchez: Using Credit Cards the Smart Way 01:03:57 Do You Really Need Money to Start? 01:08:23 When Success Still Feels Like Not Enough 01:17:28 Where Your Energy Is Really Going 01:22:44 The Let Them Theory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay sits down with Rob Dial for a powerful conversation about discipline, purpose, and why so many people stay stuck even when they know exactly what they should do. Rob reframes discipline not as punishment or pressure, but as an act of self-respect, explaining why choosing discomfort today is often the deepest form of self-love. From building consistency to reshaping identity, he reveals why real change has nothing to do with motivation or willpower, and everything to do with designing a life where doing the right thing becomes automatic. Drawing from his own journey, Rob shares hard-earned lessons on following curiosity, embracing failure, and staying consistent long before results appear. He challenges the idea that purpose is something you “find” all at once, offering instead a more grounded path—one built through action, experimentation, and committing fully to the season you’re in. Together, Jay and Rob explore how fear, past pain, and self-judgment quietly hold people back, and how small, imperfect steps can begin healing old wounds while building confidence, competence, and momentum in the present. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Build Discipline When Motivation Disappears  How to Stay Consistent Even When You Fall Off Track How to Focus on One Habit for 100 Days How to Design Your Environment for Better Habits How to Turn Discipline Into Self-Love How to Not Quit Even When You Don’t See Results  How to Make 2026 Your Best Year by Doing Less, Not More Focus on what you can control today. Do one thing well. Create habits that support the person you want to become, and be patient with yourself as you grow into them. If You Listen to The Mindset Mentor with Rob Dial on your favorite podcast app. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:58 How Can You Actually Get Ahead in Life? 04:44 Should You Do What You Love? 11:45 What to Do When You’re Unhappy at Work 20:57 Why We Talk Ourselves Out of Our Passions 28:05 Understanding Your True Motivation 32:39 How to Build a New Skill From Scratch 38:01 How to Stay Consistent When Changing Your Life 46:26 Focus on One Thing for 100 Days  51:25 How to Set Lasting Goals for the New Year 56:23 How to Stop Fixating on the Negative 01:00:49 How to Take Control of Your Life 01:02:50 A New Way to Think About Aging   01:05:00 The Power of Believing It’s Already Yours  Episode Resources: Rob Dial | Website Rob Dial | Instagram Rob Dial | Facebook Rob Dial | YouTube Rob Dial | TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay sits down with longtime friend and Grammy-nominated devotional artist Jahnavi Harrison for a deeply personal conversation about faith, creativity, and living a life of service. Together, they reflect on spiritual grounding as a daily practice, not rooted in perfection but in the ability to remain steady through uncertainty and change. Jay and Jahnavi explore the often unseen journey behind purpose-driven work, how passion gradually becomes discipline, and discipline shapes a life of devotion. They unpack the courage it takes to walk a less conventional path, especially in a world that often values conformity and external validation. Through stories of growing up between two worlds, wrestling with self-expression, and finding healing through music and mantra, they invite us to reconsider success not as achievement, but as alignment. As the conversation unfolds, their focus turns to prayer, service, and staying connected when you feel lost. Jay and Jahnavi share why speaking to God, serving others, and creating space for vulnerability can become powerful anchors during difficult seasons. Ultimately, this conversation reminds us that spirituality isn’t about having everything figured out, it’s about showing up with sincerity, listening deeply, and choosing to give, even when the path ahead is unclear. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Find Peace Through Sacred Sound How to Stay Grounded When Life Feels Overwhelming How to Turn Doubt Into a Deeper Faith How to Express Yourself When You Feel Invisible How to Trust Your Intuition Over External Pressure How to Integrate Spirituality Into Everyday Life How to Reconnect With Purpose Through Service How to Talk to God in Your Own Way You are allowed to take your time, to find your voice in your own way, and to choose a path that feels meaningful rather than impressive. Healing and purpose don’t come from perfection, but from showing up sincerely and trusting that what you offer with love will return in its own time. Check out Jahnavi’s Grammy nominated album Into the Forest here. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 04:06 What Truly Defines Who You Are 06:06 Are You Actively Seeking Truth? 08:54 Where a Love for Music First Began 10:31 Understanding Devotional Mantra Music 13:31 Growing Up With an Unconventional Education 21:35 Navigating Identity and Belonging 24:27 Learning to Trust Your Inner Confidence 25:27 When Parents Are Doing Their Best 27:49 Questioning Life Within a Spiritual Community 31:02 From Curiosity to Creative Mastery 34:51 Experiencing the Divine Through Sound 36:43 Creating Space for Others to Feel Free 39:39 When Music Becomes Healing 41:35 Turning Personal Prayer Into Shared Experience 45:23 The Biggest Misconceptions About Spiritual People 49:17 Growing Up Surrounded by Spiritual Validation 51:05 Holding a Safe Space for Spiritual Exploration 54:22 Navigating a Crisis of Faith 56:45 What It Feels Like to Lose Faith 59:35 Using Meditation to Access Stillness 01:03:09 Asking Yourself, “Am I Being of Service?” 01:09:20 Jahnavi on Final Five Episode Resources: Jahnavi Harrison | Website Jahnavi Harrison | Instagram Jahnavi Harrison | Facebook Jahnavi Harrison | YouTube Jahnavi Harrison | X See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grief has a way of showing up when we least expect it, especially during seasons that are meant to feel joyful. Today, Jay brings together powerful conversations with different guests who have each experienced grief in deeply personal ways. Together, these stories reveal how grief manifests uniquely for each person, often unfolding in many forms at once. Kate Cassidy opens up about losing her partner and shares how healing didn’t come from grand moments, but from small, intimate rituals. Nicole Avant reflects on the tragic loss of her mother and reveals how forgiveness, faith, and gratitude became tools for resilience rather than bitterness. Karan Johar speaks about losing his father to cancer and how their honest conversations before his passing gave him a sense of closure many people never get, reminding us not to wait to say what matters most. Taylor Hill honors the different forms of grief that are often minimized, including miscarriage and the loss of a beloved pet. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Sit With Grief Without Rushing Healing How to Find Comfort in Small Daily Rituals How to Focus on a Life Lived, Not Just a Loss How to Say What Matters Before It’s Too Late How to Hold Space for Someone Without Fixing Them How to Honor Invisible or Unspoken Losses How to Let Love, Not Loss, Lead Your Healing If you’re carrying loss right now, know that you are not alone, even when it feels isolating. Healing often happens quietly, in small routines, honest conversations, moments of stillness, and the permission to feel exactly what you feel. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty. Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:13 Finding Healing After Loss 07:27 Learning to Listen to the Signs 10:20 Keeping Memories Alive 13:07 Moving Through Tragic Loss 19:08 Why Grief Is Proof of Deep Love 20:18 Celebrating a Life Well Lived 24:24 Understanding That Nothing Is Permanent 29:24 The Conversations You Wish You’d Had 33:20 Creating Space to Grieve Freely 41:09 The Grief of Losing a Dear Friend See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay welcomes the legendary James Cameron. Award-winning filmmaker, explorer, and innovator known for pushing the boundaries of storytelling and technology, to explore the inner world behind one of the most influential storytellers of our time. The conversation extends beyond filmmaking to an exploration of imagination, purpose, and the courage it takes to follow your calling before the world validates it. James shares how his childhood fascination with science fiction, nature, and drawing became a refuge for creativity, long before success ever entered the picture. From sketching imaginary worlds as a child to trusting his instincts without formal film training, he reveals how curiosity, solitude, and relentless self-belief quietly shaped a life of visionary storytelling. James reflects on failure, rejection, and the unseen moments that nearly ended his journey before it truly began. He opens up about being fired early in his career, the constraints that led to creating The Terminator, and why commitment often requires choosing conviction over comfort. Through stories of sacrifice, creative pressure, and building teams that feel like family, James reveals that success was never about money or recognition but about honoring the responsibility of meaningful storytelling. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Trust Your Creative Instincts Early How to Turn Failure Into Fuel How Constraints Unlock Creativity How to Lead Without Losing Empathy How to Balance Solitude and Collaboration How to Create Work That Moves People How to Stay Purpose-Driven Through Success How to See Others With Deeper Understanding  Every challenge you face is a lesson in resilience, empathy, and courage. The world doesn’t need perfection, it needs presence, honesty, and people willing to care deeply. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:43 An Early Fascination With Science Fiction 04:44 Inspiring the Next Generation of Artists 06:34 The Solitary Nature of Creative Work 08:44 When Storytelling Becomes a Calling 12:16 Finding a Market for Your Imagination 16:33 How to Capture and Record Your Dreams 22:42 Different Approaches to the Creative Process 24:17 What is Your Creative Vision? 29:29 Lessons on Family, Community, and Belonging 32:01 Why We Only Protect What We Love 38:58 Can AI Ever Develop Consciousness? 39:14 What Creation Really Requires 44:33 How to Bounce Back After Failure 47:16 Creating Within Constraints 51:28 Learning What You Can Negotiate 53:34 Are You a Risk Taker? 01:01:32 Recognizing Consciousness Beyond Humans 01:04:15 Exploring the Depths of the Ocean 01:09:57 Letting Go of the Work You’ve Created 01:14:41 The Deeper Message Behind Films 01:21:28 Humanity’s Natural Capacity for Empathy 01:24:14 James on Final Five  Episode Resources: James Cameron | Instagram James Cameron | Facebook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay sits down with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Alex Warren for an extremely open and honest conversation about loss, resilience, and turning pain into purpose. Alex opens up about losing both of his parents at a young age, growing up in instability, and being forced to parent himself while he was still just a kid. Through stories of grief, homelessness, and survival, he reflects on how these early experiences shaped his worldview, his faith, and his relentless drive to keep going when everything around him felt uncertain. What emerges is a powerful reminder that our hardest chapters often become the foundation of our greatest strength. Alex shares how music became his lifeline, a way to articulate emotions he couldn’t put into words and a place to process loss without running from it. From teaching himself to sing and play guitar, to sleeping in cars while posting covers online, his journey is a testament to perseverance in the face of uncertainty. Alex speaks candidly about imposter syndrome, insecurity, and the challenge of staying grounded amid global success, revealing that even at the highest levels of achievement, the longing to feel “enough” never fully disappears. Jay guides the conversation toward self-compassion, helping Alex explore the importance of extending the same grace to himself that he’s learned to offer others.  In this interview, you'll learn: How to Turn Deep Loss Into Purpose How to Keep Going When No One Believes in You How to Build Resilience After Childhood Trauma How to Find Meaning in Painful Experiences How to Forgive Without Excusing Harm How to Become the Person You Needed Growing Up You don’t need perfect conditions, unwavering confidence, or universal approval to move forward. What you need is the willingness to keep showing up, to keep learning, and to keep choosing who you want to become, especially on the hardest days.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:01 How to Navigate Success Without Losing Yourself 03:10 Remembering a Father Who Gave Everything 07:13 Growing Up Surrounded by Love 08:30 When Did You First Realize Your Life Was Different? 09:34 Parenting Yourself as a Child  10:45 The Universal Need to Belong 12:17 How Early Childhood Shapes Who You Become 15:28 Redefining What Success Really Means 19:58 Growing Up with an Abusive Parent 22:50 The Lasting Pain of Losing Someone You Love 24:10 Understanding Your Parents’ Hidden Struggles 32:02 Protecting Your Dream At All Costs  34:35 Lessons Loss Teaches You 35:49 The Fear of Being Left Behind 37:48 How Everything in Life Becomes a Lesson 41:35 How Do You Want to Be Remembered? 46:13 Living Out of a Car at 17 51:26 Surviving What Should’ve Broken You 56:45 Using Music to Process Grief 59:41 Meeting the Love of Your Life  01:02:25 Finding Someone Who Stays No Matter What  01:04:31 Why Shedding an Old Identity is Important  01:07:14 Creating the Perfect Wedding 01:10:02 Facing Your Greatest Inner Struggle 01:12:38 Becoming the Parent You Never Had 01:15:02 Learning to Live with Insecurity 01:18:44 You Don’t Have to Prove Yourself 01:23:36 Alex on Final Five Episode Resources: Alex Warren | Website Alex Warren | Instagram Alex Warren | YouTube Alex Warren | TikTok Alex Warren | Facebook Alex Warren | X See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Jay sits down with Dr. Shadé Zahrai to explore how self-doubt quietly influences our decisions, and what it takes to rebuild trust in ourselves. Shadé unpacks the psychology behind impostor syndrome, fear of failure, and the inner stories that convince people they’re not ready or not enough. Together, they examine how the brain’s need for certainty drives worst-case thinking, and why that protective instinct often keeps us stuck, even when opportunity is right in front of us. Shadé offers grounded frameworks, from shifting “should” into “could” to create more possibility, to designing simple action plans that help regain a sense of control when things feel overwhelming. Shadé reflects on purpose, care, and leaving people better than we found them, while Jay highlights that trusting yourself doesn’t mean never experiencing doubt. Together, they explore how self-image is shaped by the feedback we internalize, why criticism tends to linger longer than praise, and how healing emotional “scars” allows us to move forward without self-sabotage. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Trust Yourself Again How to Stop Letting Self-Doubt Inform Your Decisions How to Reframe Impostor Syndrome as Growth How to Turn Fear Into Forward Action How to Shift From “Should” to “Could” How to Take Action When You Feel Stuck How to Heal the Self-Image Behind the Self-Doubt Confidence isn’t the absence of fear; it’s the willingness to move forward even when fear is present. Every step you take, no matter how small, strengthens your trust in yourself and reminds you that you are capable of learning, adapting, and becoming more than you were yesterday.  Pre-order Shadé’s new book, Big Trust, to dive deeper into the framework for rebuilding self-trust and breaking free from self-doubt: https://www.shadezahrai.com/bigtrust With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:47 What Drives Self-Doubt? 02:58 The Power of Your Self-Image 06:54 The Four Pillars of Self-Image 08:44 Struggling With Self-Acceptance 15:35 How Lack of Acceptance Fuels Perfectionism 20:50 Shifting From Comparison to Emulation 27:55 Becoming Before You Believe 32:14 Why the Brain Craves Certainty 38:00 Do You Ever Feel Like You’re Not Enough? 44:24 Learning to Detach From Labels 56:04 The Self-Talk That Keeps You Grounded 01:01:11 Believing You’re Capable 01:06:22 Everyone Experiences Self-Doubt! 01:08:56 What Actually Replaces Self-Doubt? 01:15:20 Getting the Job Even When You Feel Underqualified 01:24:13 Understanding Key Differences Between Men and Women 01:26:53 Why Constant Complaining Signals Low Self-Trust 01:37:12 Growth After Trauma 01:43:52 Why We Focus on What We Can’t Control 01:50:42 Learning to Adapt to Your Emotions 01:56:26 Creating Your “I Could, I Will” List 02:00:07 Shadé on Final Five Episode Resources: Dr. Shadé Zahrai | Website Dr. Shadé Zahrai | Instagram Dr. Shadé Zahrai | YouTube Dr. Shadé Zahrai | TikTok Dr. Shadé Zahrai | Linkedin See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

**This interview was filmed on November 29th, prior to the heartbreaking and tragic events in Bondi over the weekend. Our hearts are with everyone in Australia during this incredibly difficult time.                                                            __________ Today, Jay travels to Australia to sit down with Chris Hemsworth at the Crystalbrook Byron, not the superhero the world knows, but the grounded, introspective man shaped by his upbringing in the Australian outback. Chris opens up about his early years living in an Indigenous community, the adventures that sparked his imagination, and the strong family roots that still keep him centered. Jay explores how those moments from Chris’s childhood laid the foundation for the man he is today. Chris opens up about the pressure and anxiety he faced in the early stages of his acting career and how the pursuit of excellence often came at the cost of inner peace. He talks about the constant pull between ambition and being present, the balance of preparation and surrendering to the creative process and the grounding force of lifelong friendships.  In one of the most personal moments of the conversation, Chris talks about learning of his father’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis and how it changed his relationship with time, family, and legacy. He reflects on the emotional experience of documenting their journey together, navigating memory loss, caregiving, vulnerability, and the urgency it created to slow down and show up fully for the people who matter most. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Stay Present in a High-Pressure Career How to Reconnect With Your Childhood Self How to Build True, Grounding Friendships How to Be Fully There for Aging Parents How to Slow Down and Be Intentional With Your Time How to Balance Ambition With Inner Peace How to Bring More Curiosity Into Relationships We forget sometimes that the best parts of life aren’t about achievement or perfection. They’re about being present, staying connected, and having the courage to show up. Every challenge and moment of doubt is a chance to look inward and reconnect with what really matters. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:08 Discovering Gratitude in Childhood 05:10 First Encounters With Fame 08:24 Arriving Somewhere You Never Planned 13:40 Losing Yourself to the Role 15:34 The Weight of High Expectations 20:31 Managing Mental Overload 25:31 Naming Your Stressors 28:56 The Fear of Saying No 31:29 Passing Down Healthy Money Values 34:03 Navigating Your Way Through Grief 38:22 How Family Keeps You Grounded 41:39 What Makes a Real Friend? 44:48 The Alzheimer’s Diagnosis  54:11 Realizing How Precious Time Truly Is 57:41 Witnessing Your Parents Grow Older 01:01:55 Honoring the People Who Raised You 01:06:50 The Rare Feeling of Getting It Right 01:10:18 Messages for Your Younger Self 01:13:57 Staying Connected to Your Childlike Self 01:19:39 Lessons We Learn From Our Children  01:22:30 Being Fully Present With Your Partner 01:28:12 Helping Children Understand Alzheimer’s 01:31:18 Appreciating the Beauty in Life 01:34:24 Knowing When It’s Time to Slow Down 01:38:47 Who Takes Care of the Caregiver? 01:42:30 Chris on Final Five  Episode Resources: Chris Hemsworth | Instagram Chris Hemsworth | X Chris Hemsworth | YouTube Chris Hemsworth | TikTok Chris Hemsworth | Facebook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Jay explores the pressure of the “social clock,” that unspoken timeline that tells us when we should reach certain life milestones. He unpacks research revealing that we’re never truly “late,” we’re simply measuring our progress against someone else’s schedule. Jay explains that the fear of falling behind is really a fear of losing control, and he shares how reclaiming that sense of control is far more important than hitting every milestone on time. He also unpacks the career anxiety so many people are experiencing today. With frequent job changes and a longer phase of “emerging adulthood,” he reminds us that feeling lost or stuck isn’t a sign of failure, it’s a sign that you’re still exploring. Jay reflects on what purpose truly means, and why your purpose isn’t a job title or income level but the deeper reason behind everything you do. Finally, Jay explores age, growth, and possibility, reminding us that the brain can rewire itself at any stage of life and that happiness often follows a U-shaped curve. If you feel like you’re in a low point, you may actually be standing right before the rise. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Stop Living by the Social Clock How to Feel In Control of Your Life Again How to Navigate Career Changes with Confidence How to Redefine Purpose Beyond Your Job How to Build Relationships That Truly Support You How to Grow Even When You Feel “Behind” You’re not late. You’re not off track. You’re simply arriving on your own timeline and that timeline is right on time. Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. What We Discuss: 00:00 Introduction 01:04 The Societal Pressure Of The "Social Clock 02:30 Deviating From "The Social Clock" 06:42 Redefining Success On Your Terms  08:42 You're Not Lost, You're Experimenting! 13:05 Don't Measure By Goals From The Past  15:27 The Illusion Of Late Marriage  19:47 Close Relationships Lead To Better Health 24:26 You're Not Late, Start Now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, we will explore one of the most emotionally charged and misunderstood topics of our time: money. Not just how to make it, but how to build a healthy, grounded, and spiritually aligned relationship with it. You’ll hear raw insights from leaders like Scott Galloway, Jaspreet Singh, Codie Sanchez, and Lewis Howes, each offering a window into the habits, mindsets, and blind spots that keep us feeling financially stuck. From the shame many of us carry around saving to the ways our education system failed to prepare us, this episode reveals why so many people feel overwhelmed by finances and why that struggle is more normal and more solvable than we think. Scott Galloway explains why saving feels impossible today and why young people need discipline, forced systems, and a focus on building human capital. Jaspreet Singh breaks down the habits that keep people financially stuck, overspending, blind trust in the system, and not understanding how money works, and shares how he learned that real wealth comes from owning assets. Codie Sanchez simplifies the risk, reward equation, urges beginners to start with low-cost index funds, and reminds us that the highest-return investment is always in ourselves. Lewis Howes brings the spiritual side of money to life, showing how healing our relationship with money opens the door to abundance, gratitude, and new opportunities. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Build a Realistic Saving System How to Create Forced Savings That Actually Work How to Shift From Spending to Investing How to Break Free From the Poverty Mindset How to Build Wealth Through Equity, Not Salary How to Strengthen Your Relationship With Money You don’t need to have everything figured out to begin. You don’t need the perfect plan, perfect timing, or perfect background to build a healthier relationship with money. What matters is your willingness to learn, to question old patterns, and to try again even when things feel overwhelming. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty. Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:55 Building a Framework for Realistic, Healthy Saving 06:19 Why Saving Feels Harder Than Ever 13:27 The Three Habits That Keep You in a Poverty Mindset 33:51 Why You Need Both Vision and Execution to Build Wealth 37:16 Why Investing in Yourself Comes First 41:07 Stocks and Bonds Explained Simply 43:52 Stepping Into the World of Private Investing 45:03 The #1 Shift That Can Transform Your Financial Future 48:36 Giving Yourself Permission to Explore Possibilities 54:53 How to Create a Respectful Relationship With Money 01:04:12 The Power of Living Beneath Your Means 01:06:54 The Hidden Costs of Chasing Easy Money   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What part of your life feels unclear right now? What direction do you secretly wish you could choose? Today, Jay is joined by astrologer and author Chani Nicholas for a deeper look at astrology beyond the pop-culture stereotypes. Chani traces astrology back to its ancient roots, describing it as a timeless tool for understanding our place in the world and the inner forces that shape us. Together, she and Jay break down the basics: birth charts, rising signs, the sun and the moon, and how each piece reveals something about our drive, our emotional needs, and the natural rhythms that shape our lives. The conversation deepens as Jay and Chani explore purpose, growth, and personal agency. Chani explains that astrology isn’t about predicting your future, it’s about noticing your patterns, understanding yourself, and making choices with more awareness. She shares her own stories about finding her calling, meeting her partner, and the ways astrology can reaffirm the truth people already sense within themselves. Together, they unpack common misconceptions about compatibility, Mercury retrograde, and so-called “bad signs,” offering a more compassionate, practical way to work with timing without giving up responsibility for your life. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Use Astrology to Find Your Purpose How to Work With Your Saturn Return How to Navigate Tough Life Cycles With Awareness How to Use Astrology to Choose the Right Moment How to Strengthen Self-Agency Through Astrology How to Release a Difficult Year and Reset Intentionally As you move forward, remember that life isn’t asking you to have everything figured out, it’s simply asking you to stay curious, stay honest, and stay connected to what feels true within you. The cycles you’re experiencing aren’t setbacks; they’re invitations to pause, reflect, and realign with the life you know you’re capable of living. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:01 What Exactly Is Astrology? 02:39 Understanding the Cycles We Live In 05:31 How Astrology Evolved Over Time 07:42 Discovering Your Life’s True Purpose 11:34 How to Read and Understand a Birth Chart 14:52 Why “Bad Astrology” Isn’t Real 19:04 What Does Your Sun, Moon, and Rising Actually Mean? 20:16 Living in Alignment With Your Chart 25:30 When Your Chart Shows the Areas You Struggle Most 27:34 Can Astrology Reveal Future Wealth? 29:12 Asking Yourself What You Truly Want 32:42 What’s the Difference Between Fate and Free Will? 36:06 What Astrology Shows About Your Relationships 38:41 Choosing the Best Timing for Big Decisions 47:13 Staying Grounded in What You Feel 52:46 If You’re Not Ready, Focus on Inner Work First 54:27 Noticing the People Who Changed Your Life for the Better 57:45 Inspiring Others Through Your Own Growth 01:03:52 What is Your Saturn Return? 01:10:51 Why You Don’t Need to Fear Your Saturn Return 01:14:19 Is Mercury Retrograde Actually That Bad? 01:18:58 Don’t Use Your Sign to Excuse Bad Behavior! 01:20:22 Are Certain Signs More Compatible? 01:23:14 Making “Incompatible” Charts Work Together 01:25:32 Who Are You as This Year Comes to a Close? 01:33:04 Chani on Final Five  Episode Resources: Chani Nicholas | Website Chani Nicholas | Instagram Chani Nicholas | Threads Chani Nicholas | YouTube Chani Nicholas | TikTok You Were Born for This: Astrology for Radical Self-Acceptance See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What time of day do you scroll the most? Have you tried setting limits on your screen time? Today, Jay dives into one of the defining questions of our digital age: is the algorithm shaping who we become, or are we the ones quietly teaching it how to shape us? He reveals how every click, pause, and late-night scroll acts as a subtle signal, tiny instructions that train the system, which then turns around and begins to train us. Before we even realize it, our insecurities become fuel, our curiosity becomes comparison, and outrage becomes entertainment. But Jay also reminds us that we’re not powerless, our agency hasn’t disappeared; it’s just buried beneath layers of habit. With calm, practical guidance, he shares how we can take our feed back into our own hands, break the doom-scroll cycle, and actually reprogram the digital environment influencing our minds. Whether it’s choosing who you follow more intentionally, setting healthy boundaries in the morning, sharing more consciously, or reconnecting with real-world anchors, Jay shows that we’re not just participants, we’re contributors to how the system works. And when we change how we show up, everything around us begins to shift as well. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Retrain Your Algorithm in Minutes How to Recognize When the Algorithm Is Steering You How to Build a Healthier, Calmer Feed How to Use Social Media Without Losing Yourself How to Strengthen Your Digital Self-Control You weren’t meant to be overwhelmed by noise or pulled into constant comparison. You were built to create a life rooted in values, peace, and purpose. So take a breath, make one mindful choice at a time, and let it guide the next. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:31 Even the Algorithm Has a Glitch 03:04 4 Subtle Ways the Algorithm Shapes You 07:59 How Your Clicks Create the Pattern 09:45 What a Social Network Looks Like Without All the Noise 13:08 Doom-Scrolling Can Give You Anxiety! 14:47 Solution #1: Bring Back Chronological Feeds 15:10 Solution #2: Take a Moment Before Hitting Share 16:06 Solution #3: Demand Algorithmic Transparency 16:29 Why Emotional Mastery and Critical Thinking Matter 19:11 5 Simple Ways to Reset Your For You Page See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What idea have you been sitting on lately? What’s been holding you back from starting? Today, Jay sits down with engineer, innovator, and YouTube creator Mark Rober to explore the unexpected life experiences that shaped one of the internet’s most beloved minds. Mark shares the childhood moments that ignited his passion for building, breaking, and understanding how the world works, moments nurtured by a mother whose love, imagination, and encouragement helped lay the foundation for his life’s mission. He reflects on how her influence continues to ripple outward, inspiring millions of young people who learn, explore, and dream through his work today. Jay and Mark explore the mindset that carried Mark from NASA engineer to innovative educator, unpacking what it really means to “think like an engineer:” experiment boldly, embrace failure, and treat every setback as an opportunity to learn. They follow Mark’s unusual pivots, from designing Mars rover hardware to crafting Halloween costumes, to ultimately shaping a career that blends curiosity, storytelling, science, and play. Together they reveal the deeper lessons behind Mark’s most viral experiments: why creativity thrives when we stay childlike, how passion reveals itself through repetition, and why the most meaningful work grows from genuine excitement rather than algorithms or expectations. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Think Like an Engineer How to Stay Curious as an Adult How to Follow Your Passion Practically How to Build Ideas That Actually Work How to Find Creativity in Everyday Life How to Recognize Your Real Calling How to Inspire Others Through Your Work Keep following the questions that excite you, keep trying the things that scare you, and keep believing that you’re capable of far more than you realize. Your next breakthrough might be just one experiment, or one brave attempt away. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:16 Were You Always Creative? 04:02 Understanding the Real Impact of Your Life 06:55 What It Really Takes to Work at NASA 09:49 Learning to Think Like an Engineer 11:22 How Rovers Are Tested for Mars 12:20 Searching for Life Beyond Earth 13:24 Follow What You Truly Love Doing 16:11 If You Can Imagine It, You Can Build It 17:22 Practical Wisdom from a Lifelong Tinkerer 20:57 The Pivot from NASA to Apple 23:34 Turning Ideas into Actionable Success 24:45 What is the Engineering Design Process? 28:28 Why Embracing Failure Matters 29:57 Relearning Trust and Finding Love Again 34:56 The Power of Immersion Weekends 36:45 Making Learning Engaging Through Creativity 40:29 Why Mastery Is Worth Pursuing 41:40 Balancing Business with True Creativity 44:51 How Communication Shapes Great Storytelling 47:40 Two Common Mistakes Creators Make 52:30 Staying True to Your Creative Style 54:04 The Importance of Focusing on One Passion 56:44 The Hidden Failures Behind Viral Success 59:35 Giving Kids Room to Be Creative 01:04:30 Curiosity as the Root of Creativity 01:06:07 Inside a Real Creative Process 01:08:45 Where Do You Get Your Big Ideas? 01:11:46 The Mind-Bending Question of Life in the Universe 01:16:02 The Promise and Peril of Rapid AI Growth 01:19:56 Focusing on What You Can Truly Influence  01:24:57 Mark on Final Five Episode Resources: Mark Rober | X Mark Rober | Instagram Mark Rober | Facebook Mark Rober | LinkedIn Mark Rober | TikTok Mark Rober | YouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What’s been making you doubt yourself lately? What do you think triggered that feeling? Today, Jay welcomes back his friend Roxie Nafousi to unpack what confidence actually looks and feels like, not the glossy, loud, performative version, but the quiet inner knowing that you are enough as you are. They start by breaking down how much of our insecurity comes from the stories we tell ourselves: the overthinking before we walk into a room, the mental replay after we walk out, and the way we let validation, or the lack of it, shape our worth. Roxie then opens up about something she’s never shared publicly: her long struggle with body dysmorphic disorder. She talks honestly about the thoughts that dominated her life, the fear of being seen, and the belief that changing her appearance would quiet the constant self-criticism. Jay meets her with compassion as they unpack how these patterns form, how they shape the way you move through the world, and how healing begins with learning to speak to yourself with empathy instead of judgment. Jay and Roxie offer a roadmap that anyone can follow: mastering your inner voice, letting go of the pressure to be liked by everyone, celebrating the small wins, and choosing to show up as the version of yourself your higher self would be proud of. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Redefine Confidence From the Inside Out How to Stop Seeking External Validation  How to Manage Comparison Before It Controls You How to Think Like Your Higher Self How to Break Free From People-Pleasing How to Handle Rejection Without Blaming Yourself How to Replace Self-Criticism With Self-Awareness When you start choosing compassion over judgment, intention over fear, and growth over perfection, you slowly reconnect with the part of yourself that’s always been there. The journey isn’t about becoming someone new, it’s about finally seeing who you’ve been all along. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 04:21 Is External Validation Ever Healthy? 08:25 A 7-Step Path to Rebuilding Confidence 10:57 How Men and Women Show Confidence Differently 12:29 Mastering the Thoughts That Shape Your Reality 17:19 Self-Awareness vs. Self-Criticism 22:28 Meet the Best Version of You 26:26 Stop Trying to Be Liked by Everyone! 31:49 How Encouragement Boosts Performance 34:07 You Can’t Be Everyone’s Favorite and That’s Okay 38:42 People-Pleasing vs. Making People Happy 42:57 Practicing Radical Acceptance After Rejection 44:54 Your Mind Creates Stories That Aren’t True 47:16 Taking Responsibility Without Blaming Yourself 50:44 Why Feeling Worthy Now Matters Most 53:18 Healing the Roots of Deep Self-Loathing 01:06:27 Why Vulnerability Is a Form of Confidence 01:10:25 Your Mind Is More Powerful Than You Think 01:13:10 Are We Too Exposed to Our Own Reflection? 01:17:18 Managing BDD With Compassion and Awareness 01:22:04 The Importance of Celebrating Ourselves 01:24:09 What’s the Difference Between Confidence and Arrogance 01:27:45 How to Make Self-Celebration a Daily Habit 01:29:51 Catch People Doing Things Right Episode Resources: Roxie Nafousi | Website Roxie Nafousi | Instagram Roxie Nafousi | Facebook Roxie Nafousi | X Roxie Nafousi | LinkedIn Roxie Nafousi | TikTok Manifest: 7 Steps to Living Your Best LifeConfidence: Eight Steps to Knowing Your Worth See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Jay talks about a side of gratitude we rarely acknowledge, the kind that isn’t shiny or uplifting, but the kind that helps when life feels heavy, complicated, or far from what you expected. He explains how, for years, he treated gratitude like something meant to fix pain or override his feelings, and how that mindset only added pressure instead of bringing any real peace. Jay talks about what real gratitude actually feels like,  not the kind that tries to cancel out your struggles, but the kind that can sit beside them. He shares how acknowledging both things at once, what hurts and what’s still good, builds real resilience. Jay breaks down why phrases like “at least…” shut your feelings down, while using “even though…” or “and…” keeps you present with your emotions instead of pushing them away. Jay also shares the small, practical habits that help him reconnect with gratitude when it feels far away: paying attention to what stayed instead of what disappeared, taking 10-second pauses to notice something good in the moment, borrowing someone else’s joy when you can’t access your own, and writing a thank-you note to the version of you who got through the harder seasons. Jay reminds us that gratitude isn’t supposed to hide what’s hard, it’s meant to help you steady yourself. It’s the quiet admission: “Life is messy, and there’s still something I can hold onto.” In this episode, you’ll learn:  How to Stop Using Gratitude to Mask Your Feelings How to Hold Pain and Gratitude Together How to Notice What Stayed, Not What Left How to Use 10-Second Pauses to Reset How to Borrow Gratitude When You Can’t Feel It How to Thank the You Who Survived  You’re not doing gratitude wrong, you’re just learning to do it honestly. Keep showing up with awareness, gentleness, and patience. You’re not rebuilding from zero, you’re rebuilding from experience. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty. Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:00 How to Practice Gratitude  02:39 Gratitude Without Hiding Your Emotions 06:46 Don’t Use Gratitude As Your Escape  09:17 Focus On What You Still Have 11:11 Finding Gratitude in the Gaps 14:43 Gratitude Reset: Take A 10 Second Pause 18:26 The Art Of Borrowing Gratitude 21:15 Stay Thankful To Your Past Self See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reaching 5 million subscribers is more than a milestone, it’s a testament to the shared journey of growth, healing, and curiosity this community has built together. In this special episode, Jay revisits the conversations that shaped On Purpose, moments where global icons, artists, world leaders, and visionaries shared the truths that made them human. Jay reflects on the life-changing conversations that continue to echo long after the recording ends. Tom Holland opens up about the quiet struggle behind giving up alcohol, teaching us that letting go of what no longer serves us is an act of bravery not loss. Kobe shares how to look past fear by facing it with stillness and curiosity, revealing that discipline and consistency are the real foundations of excellence. Emma Watson invites us to build relationships from wholeness, not need, and reminds us that asking the hard questions can lead to the most liberating truths. Madonna shows how spirituality can be the grounding force beneath ambition, while Benny Blanco and Selena Gomez model how relationships grow when honesty becomes a shared practice. Former President Joe Biden closes with a timeless lesson, that presence is often the greatest form of love, and that resilience is born through community. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Break Free From Addictive Habits How to Build Discipline Through Consistency How to Face Fear by Unpacking It How to Ask the Hard Questions That Can Change Your Life How to Ground Yourself With Spiritual Practices How to Communicate Maturely in Relationships How to Support Someone Through Grief How to Replace Old Patterns With Healthier Alternatives You are allowed to evolve, to outgrow old versions of yourself, and to step into a life that feels more aligned, more peaceful, and more true. Keep leaning toward the choices that bring you closer to who you want to be. Your next chapter is already waiting, and you are more than ready for it.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty. Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:31 The Challenges of Sobriety  06:49 Practical Steps to Stay Committed to Sobriety 11:23 How Alcohol Quietly Impacts Your Well-Being 16:59 How to Stop Letting Emotions Run Your Life 19:26 Growth Requires Trial and Error 21:03 Why Greatness Is Never an Accident 23:28 Understanding the Difference Between Wanting and Needing 26:32 The Power of Asking Yourself Hard Questions 30:08 Why Lifelong Learning Keeps You Grounded 37:29 How Spirituality and Success Work Together 41:45 Setting Healthy Boundaries in Relationships 44:09 Using Past Relationships to Build a Better You 48:03 How to Show Your Partner You’re Truly Present 53:37 Practicing Compassion in Every Day  54:37 Finding Strength Through Loss and Grief 56:41 How to Be Fully Present in Your Child’s Life See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What do you need from a partner that you haven’t been getting? How can someone show up for you in a way that meets that need? Today, Jay sits down with renowned divorce attorney and author James Sexton for a conversation that redefines what it means to love and be loved. With over twenty-five years spent guiding couples through heartbreak and separation, James has witnessed both the beauty and the brutality of human connection. Together, he and Jay explore the paradox of marriage: how something that begins with so much hope can unravel through silence, misunderstanding, and unmet needs. James shares that the greatest threat to relationships isn’t cheating or money, it’s disconnection: the slow fading of curiosity, gratitude, and presence that turns partners into strangers. Jay and James invite listeners to look past the fairytale version of romance and into the real work of partnership. They talk about how we’re taught to plan weddings rather than marriages, and why the most meaningful moments come from small, steady acts of care, not grand romantic gestures. Whether it’s remembering to replace a partner’s favorite granola or reaching for their hand without being asked, James shows that a strong marriage isn’t about avoiding conflict, but about staying close even in the uncomfortable moments. He reminds us that love isn't for the faint of heart. It’s an act of courage, one that asks for honesty, vulnerability, and the discipline to keep showing up, especially when it’s hardest. The conversation becomes less about divorce and more about what love is really made of. Jay and James uncover how relationships can serve as mirrors, revealing our insecurities, our longing to be seen, and our deepest fears of unworthiness. They remind us that to truly love another person, we must also learn to love ourselves, flaws, imperfections, and all. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Stay Connected in Love How to Keep the Spark Alive in Marriage How to Recognize When Disconnection Begins How to Argue Without Breaking the Bond How to Rebuild Trust After Betrayal How to Talk About Difficult Topics with Compassion How to Choose Courage Over Comfort in Relationships Whether you’re married, single, healing, or starting over, this episode is a masterclass in emotional intelligence, offering timeless wisdom on how to nurture connection, protect what matters, and find courage in the vulnerability that love demands.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:29 The Real Reasons Marriages Fall Apart 02:39 Why Do We Still Get Married? 04:40 The Truth About the Wedding Industry 08:54 What Divorce Really Looks Like 13:16 The Hard Conversations Bring You Closer 15:44 What is the True Cause of Divorce? 22:48 The Power of Small Gestures in Love 28:52 Simple Ways to Appreciate Your Partner 32:09 How We Repeat Our Parents’ Patterns 38:41 Navigating Love After Having a Child 42:55 How to Reconnect with What Brought You Together 46:17 Why Does Asking For Love Feel Needy? 50:10 Designing the Ideal Contract for Modern Love 57:55 Understanding the Connection Between Desire and Disconnection 01:01:13 Commitment vs. Passion 01:07:07 How to Begin the Conversations You’ve Been Avoiding 01:11:47 The Lies We Tell Ourselves in Love 01:16:05 Should You Get a Prenup? 01:22:26 How to Bring Up The Prenup 01:29:45 Talk Through Your Anger, Don’t Act On It  01:31:18 Using Love As a Weapon 01:36:17 Should You Fight for It or Let Go? 01:42:59 How Parental Conflict Affects Children 01:48:59 Be the Calm Your Child Needs 01:59:09 The Real Problems Marriage Can’t Solve 02:02:52 Who Files For Divorce More: Men or Women? 02:07:46 How Divorce Impacts Men and Women Differently 02:13:39 James on Final Five Episode Resources: James Sexton | Website James Sexton | Instagram James Sexton | TikTok James Sexton | LinkedIn James Sexton | X How to Stay in Love: A Divorce Lawyer's Guide to Staying Together See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices