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

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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

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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

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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/

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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/ 

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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

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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:

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Tony Robbins | Instagram

Tony Robbins | Facebook

Tony Robbins | YouTube

Tony Robbins | TikTok

Tony Robbins | LinkedIn

Tony Robbins | X

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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Jay Shetty

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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

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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.

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Jay Shetty

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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**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.

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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

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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

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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 Life
Confidence: Eight Steps to Knowing Your Worth

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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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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In this fun and unfiltered episode, Jay and Radhi dive into the world of “icks,” those oddly specific little turn-offs that make us cringe for reasons we can’t quite explain. From baby voices and socks with sandals to the blurry line between confidence and cockiness, they laugh their way through the most random dating deal-breakers and what they secretly reveal about us. Amid the jokes, they slip in a few truth bombs too, like how we sometimes use icks to avoid real vulnerability. It’s light, hilarious, and uncomfortably relatable, because honestly, we’ve all had an ick… and we’ve definitely been someone else’s.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Tell the Difference Between an Ick and a Red Flag

How to Communicate Honestly About What Bothers You

How to Recognize When You’re Using an Ick as an Excuse

How to Appreciate Imperfections in the People You Love

It’s easy to get caught up in small things that bother us, but true connection isn’t built on perfection, it’s built on patience, humor, and understanding. Everyone has quirks, and sometimes those quirks are what make relationships real.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:19 What is an Ick?

03:07 The Funniest Icks

05:21 How Seriously Should People Take Icks?

09:39 Can You Get Over an Ick?

12:55 Personal Hygiene is Important

14:26 Arrogance Versus Confidence

15:40 Childishness and Immaturity 

17:25 Is It Just Poor Communication?

21:43 Top 5 Icks Men have About Women

23:38 The Guy with a List (@wyszkay)

Episode Resources:

Radhi Devlukia | Website

Radhi Devlukia | YouTube

Radhi Devlukia | Instagram

Radhi Devlukia | Facebook

Radhi Devlukia | TikTok

Joyfull

A Really Good Cry

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What’s one thing you wish you learned earlier in life?

What do you think would’ve changed for you if you learned it sooner?

Today, Jay reflects on the lessons he wishes he’d learned in his twenties and thirties, wisdom shaped by mistakes, growth, and years of inner work. He opens up about how easy it is to get swept up in chasing outcomes or living for other people’s expectations, and how those patterns can quietly pull us away from our true path. Jay also explains why success and happiness are completely different skill sets, and how understanding that early on can save you years of unnecessary frustration.

Jay also talks honestly about what healing really feels like, the side no one prepares you for. He explains that growth doesn’t always look inspiring; sometimes it shows up as exhaustion, confusion, or feeling like everything is falling apart. But that discomfort is often just old patterns breaking down so new ones can take shape. Through empathy, personal stories, and practical insights, Jay walks us through the “decade of firsts,” from first jobs to first heartbreaks, and reminds us that feeling lost isn’t failure. It’s a natural part of becoming someone stronger, clearer, and more aligned with who you’re meant to be.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Hear Your Inner Voice Again

How to Define Success on Your Own Terms

How to Build Confidence Through Self-Trust

How to Turn Rejection Into Insight

How to Break Free From Others’ Expectations

How to Heal Even When It Feels Messy

You’re not behind, you’re growing at the pace your life is asking you to grow. Keep showing up with curiosity, patience, and compassion for yourself. You’re building something meaningful, even on the days it doesn’t feel like it.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:42 #1: Results Are Overrated

04:54 #2: Tune Out The Noise

07:44 #3: Success Doesn’t Equal Happiness

10:30 #4: Confidence Comes From Self-Trust

12:47 Four Habits That Will Transform Your Life

14:10 #5: Rejection Isn’t Personal

17:20 How to Handle Rejection Better

22:32 Four Signs You’re Healing

24:51 Confusion in Your 20s Isn’t Failure

25:29 How to Protect Your Peace

26:07 #6: Anchor to Values, Not Validation

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What’s one habit that’s helped you succeed lately?

What made you decide to stick with that habit?

In this special live conversation, at The Theater at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco, Jay sits down with entrepreneur and industry leader Emma Grede for a conversation every builder, creator, and business-minded thinker needs to hear. Together, Jay and Emma unpack a challenge that holds so many talented people back, caring too much about what others think. Emma shares the early moments in her career when she stayed quiet in rooms where she deserved to speak, the times she underestimated her own value, and the double standards she had to navigate as a woman in business. This episode is a powerful reminder that confidence isn’t something you wait to feel, it’s something you build through action, decision-making, and showing up for the opportunities in front of you.

As the conversation deepens, Emma shares the mindsets that shaped her path, from a kid obsessed with fashion magazines to a visionary leader with a global reach. She breaks down why excellence starts with showing up fully in whatever role you’re in, how competence is the foundation of real confidence, and why chasing “passion” isn’t always the most strategic move. Jay adds powerful reflections on focus, leaning into your strengths, and accepting that you don’t need to be great at everything to succeed. This is an honest and refreshing look at what it really takes to trust yourself, take bigger swings, and grow into the person you’re meant to be.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Stop Caring What Others Think

How to Build Confidence Through Competence

How to Use Fear as Fuel, Not a Setback

How to Become Excellent at What You’re Doing Now

How to Set Your Own Standards, Not Society’s

How to Start Before You Have It All Figured Out

You don’t have to wait until you feel fully ready, fully confident, or fully “enough.” Start where you are, use what you have, and trust that focus, effort, and self-belief will do more for your future than fear ever will. 

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:44 Why Do We Worry About Others’ Opinions?

02:12 Opportunities Lost to Comparison

04:09 The Double Standards for Women in Business

07:19 Why You Must Start With Yourself

09:57 The Three-Word Mantra for Career Growth

11:58 Visualize the Life You Want

14:27 Follow What Gives You Energy

16:47 How Competence Builds Real Confidence

18:23 What’s Actually Distracting Us From True Focus?

20:52 Build a Circle That Complements Your Strengths

24:46 Teaching Kids to Chase Their Own Dreams

28:38 Defining Your Life’s Non-Negotiables

32:25 How to Choose What Truly Matters

37:46 Owning Your Truth Creates New Opportunities

40:59 Start Small: Scale Down and Test Your Idea

Episode Resources:

Emma Grede | Website

Emma Grede | Instagram

Emma Grede | Facebook

Emma Grede | LinkedIn

Emma Grede | TikTok

Emma Grede | YouTube

Good American

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Today, Jay sits down with Kris Jenner for a raw and candid conversation about her roots, family, and the incredible lessons she’s learned. Kris was raised by her mother and grandmother, two driven and hardworking women who modeled independence, discipline, and purpose. She shares how those early lessons in responsibility and perseverance laid the foundation for the life she would later build, both as a businesswoman and as the matriarch of a global family brand.

Throughout their conversation, Kris speaks about her devotion to family, her faith, and her unshakable sense of gratitude. She reflects on the importance of being present in a fast-paced world that often glorifies busyness and distraction. Jay and Kris explore what it means to slow down and truly feel present in each moment, to look beyond the screens, the schedules, and the noise, and to rediscover joy in the simple things.

Kris opens up about motherhood and the unique bond she shares with each of her six children, how she worked intentionally to raise them with structure, compassion, and drive while fostering unity instead of competition. She talks about her daily prayers for guidance and peace, finding meaning even in moments of hardship, and choosing to lead with love, even when met with misunderstanding or pain.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Lead with Gratitude Every Day

How to Raise Ambitious but Grounded Kids

How to Slow Down and Be Fully Present

How to Build a Family Rooted in Love, Not Competition

How to Balance Success with Inner Peace

How to Protect Your Peace in a Noisy World

Life has a way of reminding us that true success isn’t measured by status or possessions, it’s found in the quiet moments of gratitude, in the love we give, and in the peace we choose to protect. Each challenge we face holds a lesson, each chapter an invitation to grow with grace and faith. 

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:15 Welcome Kris Jenner

02:38 Growing Up with Strong Women

08:49 Doing Your Best in Every Role

11:24 Family Traditions and Christmas Joy

12:51 Lessons from Humble Beginnings

16:24 The Power of Slowing Down

20:42 The Trap of Instant Gratification

24:19 Embracing Life at 70

26:47 Raising Passionate, Independent Children

32:37 Timeless Parenting Lessons

35:10 Learn to Forgive Those Who Hurt You

40:25 Mental Health Has Become a Silent Pandemic

44:38 Are You a Disney Fan?

45:36 How Do You Forgive Someone Who Hurt You?

50:44 Finding Peace Through Prayer

53:01 Finding Growth in Every Challenge

54:28 The “Rule of 12” for Letting Go

58:48 Protecting Your Inner Peace 

01:00:35 Respecting Time and Commitment

01:01:48 Showing Up Fully as a Parent

01:04:52 Starting Over After Motherhood

01:07:41 Making Sure No One’s Left Behind

01:08:16 What Motherhood Has Taught Me

01:13:42 Healing from Miscarriage and Loss

01:15:41 Compassion for Those Facing Infertility

01:17:43 Leading with Love and Kindness

01:19:26 Choosing Where to Invest Your Energy

01:20:27 Seeing Yourself Through Others’ Eyes

01:22:16 Kris on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Kris Jenner | TikTok

Kris Jenner | Instagram

Kris Jenner | Facebook

Kris Jenner | X

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Today, Jay and Radhi explore the delicate balance between sharing and oversharing, both online and in everyday life. They talk about what it really means to be authentic, how to protect your energy when opening up, and why not every moment needs to be shared to be meaningful. Together, they reflect on the intention behind vulnerability and the peace that comes from keeping certain parts of life sacred. How much do we share to feel seen? And when does sharing start to take more than it gives? This conversation invites us to slow down, listen to ourselves, and choose connection over performance.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Protect Your Energy When Sharing

How to Be Vulnerable with Intention

How to Keep Private Goals Sacred

How to Find the Right People to Confide In

How to Balance Openness with Privacy

True connection begins when we honor what feels right to keep close and what feels right to release. Whether through words, art, or quiet reflection, choose to share from a place of peace, not pressure.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:01 Are You Sharing Too Much?

04:07 The Real Reason Behind Your Vulnerability

09:21 Create in Private Before You Share Publicly

13:45 Oversharing Looks Different on Every Platform

16:01 Be Intentional About What You Share and With Whom

18:24 Does Holding Back Make You Feel Alone?

23:52 Why We Make Big Judgments from Small Details

26:51 When Sharing Becomes Healing, Not Draining

32:06 Choosing Who Deserves to Hear Your Story

Episode Resources:

Radhi Devlukia | Website

Radhi Devlukia | YouTube

Radhi Devlukia | Instagram

Radhi Devlukia | Facebook

Radhi Devlukia | TikTok

Joyfull

A Really Good Cry

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What truth about the relationship have you been ignoring?

What makes that truth hard for you to accept?

Today, Jay opens up about one of the hardest things we go through, trying to get over someone we once loved. He reminds us that healing isn’t about pretending we’re okay or trying to move on too quickly. It’s about realizing that what we often miss isn’t the person themselves, but how we felt when we were with them: seen, loved, and alive. Jay gently walks us through why breakups hurt so deeply, how our minds are built for connection, and why finding closure really starts with reconnecting to ourselves.

Jay also shares how to stop replaying the past and start finding your rhythm again. He reminds us that healing isn’t about erasing the love, it’s about learning from it. You don’t need to have it all figured out today, you just need to take one small step back toward yourself. Because the real journey after a breakup isn’t about getting over someone else, it’s about remembering who you were before them, and discovering who you’re becoming next.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Stop Romanticizing the Past

How to Let Go When You Still Miss Them

How to Rebuild Your Life After a Breakup

How to Move On Without Losing Yourself

How to Remember You Were Enough All Along

You are not broken for still feeling; you are human for still caring. One day, the memories that hurt will simply remind you of how far you’ve come. Keep showing up for yourself, because the love you’re searching for begins with you.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:53 The Heartbreak After the Breakup

01:24 What to Do When You Can't Get Over Your Ex

05:07 Why Do Breakups Hurt So Bad?

07:52 The Stories You Replay Are Keeping You Stuck

08:39 Myth #1: Time Doesn’t Heal Everything

10:16 Myth #2: Why Closure Isn’t the Answer

13:12 Myth #3: Moving On Doesn’t Mean You Didn’t Care

15:12 Myth #4: Why Getting Back Together Won’t Fix It

17:26 Step #1: The First Step to Real Healing

19:12 Step #2: It’s Okay Not to Be Okay!

20:05 Step #3: Rebuild the Rituals That Ground You

21:14 Step #4: Ask Better Questions to Help You Grow

22:37 Step #5: Turn Your Pain Into Purpose

24:02 What to Do When You Fall Back

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Have you been feeling anxious lately?

Do you notice when your mind starts to spiral?

Jay welcomes back his good friend and New York Times bestselling author Gabrielle Bernstein for a deep and inspiring conversation about true inner healing. Together, they unpack Gabby’s latest book, Self-Help, which reimagines Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) as a practice anyone can bring into their daily life. Gabby shares how the parts of us we often judge, the anxious part, the perfectionist, the people-pleaser, the one who needs control, aren’t our enemies. They’re parts that have been trying to protect us, even if they sometimes get in the way.

As the conversation unfolds, Jay and Gabby unpack why so many of us get caught in cycles of burnout, self-criticism, and emotional disconnection. Gabby shares her simple four-step “check-in” practice, a way to pause, look inward, and start building a kinder relationship with ourselves. Through this process, she explains, we can start to recognize our patterns, meet them with compassion and find peace even in the midst of life’s noise.

Together, they unpack powerful questions we can all relate to: Why is it easier to comfort others than ourselves? Could our inner critic actually be trying to protect us? And how can we set boundaries without losing our empathy or warmth?

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Befriend Every Part of Yourself

How to Recognize Your Inner Protectors

How to Heal Through Compassion, Not Control

How to Calm Your Inner Critic

How to Create Boundaries Without Guilt

How to Self-Soothe When You Feel Triggered

Healing doesn’t mean fixing what’s broken, it means learning to see every part of yourself with compassion and curiosity. The parts of you that once felt heavy or hard to love are often the same ones that carried you through the toughest moments. 

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

03:29 What is Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy?

06:00 Healing Deep Trauma Through IFS

08:38 Where Real Healing From Trauma Begins

10:17 Blending Therapy with Spiritual Connection

13:38 Strengthen Your Own Spiritual Foundation

16:57 The Four-Step Self Check-In Practice

20:32 The Journey Toward Feeling Truly Great

25:39 Finding Peace Without External Validation

26:46 We All Have An Inner Spiritual Power

31:00 Seeing Self-Judgment as a Form of Protection

33:40 Stop Being So Hard on Yourself

36:24 Connecting with the Parts That Protect You

41:45 Why Facing Yourself Feels So Hard

47:33 Healing Starts When You Do the Work

49:54 The Power of Forgiving Yourself 

55:57 Every Part of You Serves a Purpose

57:46 What Changes When You Befriend Your Inner Parts

59:00 The Truth About High Performers and Inner Peace

01:01:45 How to Set Boundaries with Love and Clarity

01:08:47 Gabby on Final Five 

Episode Resources:

Gabrielle Bernstein | Website

Gabrielle Bernstein | TikTok

Gabrielle Bernstein | Instagram

Gabrielle Bernstein | Facebook

Gabrielle Bernstein | YouTube

Dear Gabby

Self Help: This Is Your Chance to Change Your Life

Gabby's 21-day Manifesting Challenge

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Do you believe the universe sends us signs?

Have you ever noticed a pattern that felt meaningful?

Today, Jay welcomes back psychic medium and bestselling author Laura Lynne Jackson for another heartfelt and eye-opening conversation about what it really means to live a guided life. Laura introduces the idea of a “team of light,” a loving energy made up of God, spirit guides, and loved ones who’ve passed on, all working together behind the scenes to help us find clarity and purpose. Laura reminds us that those small signs and coincidences we tend to overlook are actually gentle messages of love, nudging us toward peace, meaning, and connection.

Together, Jay and Laura explore how to tell the difference between the loud voice of fear and the quiet, steady voice of intuition. They talk about how fear can sometimes sound logical, how doubt sneaks in when we’re trying to trust ourselves, and why tuning in to that deeper inner knowing can transform the way we move through life. Jay opens up about moments when he’s felt guided and protected, sharing powerful examples of how trusting what we can’t always see can lead to the most meaningful outcomes.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Tell the Difference Between Fear and Intuition

How to Trust the Guidance You Receive

How to Quiet the Monkey Mind

How to Strengthen Your Spiritual Connection Every Day

How to Turn Coincidences into Clarity

How to Use Intuition to Make Better Decisions

Life often speaks in whispers before we’re ready to listen. The signs, the coincidences, those gentle nudges, they’re all reminders that we’re never really walking alone. When we slow down, take a breath, and learn to trust that quiet pull within, the path ahead starts to reveal itself with more ease, clarity, and purpose.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:23 Trust the Signs That Guide You

03:24 Meet Your Team of Light

06:15 The Energy You Bring into the World

10:47 How to Open Up to Guidance

15:13 When You Feel Lost, Ask to Be Led

22:36 Telling the Difference Between Thoughts and Intuition

25:41 Learning to Trust Your Inner Voice

28:09 Calming the Noise of Negative Thoughts

35:16 Finding Your State of Connection

39:44 Receiving Sudden Downloads of Insight

45:19 Signs Are Not Answers, They’re Reassurance

51:04 You’re Only in Competition with Yourself

59:23 How Connection Helps Us Heal from Grief

01:03:08 Why Self-Belief Matters More Than Validation

01:05:24 Understanding the Language of Signs vs. Living Guided

01:08:15 The Power of Simple Acts of Kindness

01:15:51 Why Guidance Doesn’t Always Arrive Right Away

01:18:28 Creating Space to Reflect and Realign

Episode Resources:

Laura Lynne Jackson | Website

Laura Lynne Jackson | TikTok

Laura Lynne Jackson | Instagram

Laura Lynne Jackson | Facebook

Guided: The Secret Path to an Illuminated Life (The Path of Light Series)

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Today, Jay and Radhi explore why it feels like so many men are losing touch with real friendships, and the quiet epidemic of loneliness that often goes unnoticed. Jay shares surprising research showing that more men than ever report having few or no close friends and opens up about his own journey of maintaining meaningful male friendships across continents. Together, he and Radhi explore how cultural conditioning and social expectations have shaped the way men connect, often through shared activities rather than emotional honesty, and why vulnerability can still feel risky for so many.

Through humor and genuine reflection, Jay and Radhi invite us to rethink what friendship really means, how we can create spaces of emotional safety, and build communities that feel like home. Jay reminds us that friendship isn’t innate; it’s something we grow into through practice, vulnerability, and care.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Build Real Male Friendships

How to Be Vulnerable Without Fear

How to Recognize When You’re Lonely

How to Find Friends Who Match Your Energy

How to Open Up Emotionally in Conversations

Friendships don’t just happen; they grow through intention and care. If you’ve been feeling disconnected, take one step today, send that message, plan that coffee, open up a little more than usual. The courage to reach out might be exactly what someone else has been waiting for too.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:52 Why Do So Many Men Feel Lonely?

03:41 The Power of Male Vulnerability

06:58 Rethinking the Alpha Male Mindset

12:06 There’s No Growth Without Vulnerability

16:06 Men Need Friendship Dates Too!

21:35 Do You Truly Feel Seen?

25:33 How Loneliness Impacts Your Health

28:22 Why Women Often Build Stronger Social Circles

31:35 Learning How to Be a Better Friend

Episode Resources:

Radhi Devlukia | Website

Radhi Devlukia | YouTube

Radhi Devlukia | Instagram

Radhi Devlukia | Facebook

Radhi Devlukia | TikTok

Joyfull

A Really Good Cry

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What’s one small step you can take right now to break the cycle you’re stuck in?

Today, Jay shares a simple, science-backed method to help you overcome laziness, distraction, and burnout by focusing on consistency instead of motivation. Rather than waiting for the perfect moment or a burst of inspiration, Jay explains how lowering the bar, creating rituals, and going on a dopamine detox can help you rebuild discipline and self-trust, one small action at a time.

It’s not about working harder or chasing perfection, but about starting smaller and showing up consistently. Jay explains how to protect your focus, rewire your reward system, and break the patterns that keep you stuck. Over time, these tiny shifts compound into real transformation, helping you feel more grounded, confident, and in control.

In this episode, you’ll learn: 

How to Start When You Feel Stuck

How to Build Rituals That Replace Willpower

How to Break Free from the Dopamine Addiction Cycle

How to Embrace Boredom and Reclaim Focus

How to End Each Day with Progress, Not Pressure

Change doesn’t come from motivation. It comes from momentum. When you choose to start small, stay consistent, and keep your promises to yourself, discipline becomes second nature.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty. 

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Introduction

0:57 Lower Your Expectations 

05:36 Build A Ritual, Not A Routine

07:42 24 Hour Dopamine Detox 

10:58 Make Bad Habits Hard To Do

13:13 Be Bored For 10 Minutes A Day

15:10 Reward Effort, Not Results

17:24 Turn Your Phone Off For 60 Minutes 

18:14 You Can Do Anything for 5 Minutes!

21:15 End Your Day With the 3 Minute Review

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How do you know if someone’s really right for you?

Has there ever been a time you thought someone was right for you but turned out wrong?

Today, Jay brings together four of today’s most insightful voices on love and relationships, Vanessa Van Edwards, Jillian Turecki, Sadia Khan, and Lori Gottlieb, for a deep and honest look at what it really takes to find meaningful connection in the modern world. They share how our signals, habits, and self-perception shape our experiences in dating far more than luck or timing ever could. Vanessa breaks down the subtle science of attraction, and why confidence and openness often matter more than appearance. Jillian helps us face our fear of rejection, reminding us that love isn’t about finding “the one,” but about choosing and growing with someone intentionally.

Sadia and Lori take us deeper, showing how self-esteem, honesty, and emotional maturity determine who we allow into our lives. Sadia challenges the patterns that keep us stuck with the wrong people, while Lori highlights the courage it takes to speak our truth and set boundaries early on. Together, their insights form a roadmap for dating that feels healthy, grounded, and real.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Build Confidence Through Body Language

How to Date Without Burning Out

How to Overcome the Fear of Rejection

How to Choose the Right Person, Not the Perfect One

How to Stop Choosing Emotionally Unavailable People

How to Be Honest About What You Want in Love

Love isn’t something that happens by accident, it’s something you learn to create with intention. Every experience, whether it leads to a spark or a lesson, brings you closer to understanding what you truly need and deserve.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty.

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:50 The Flirtation Signals You’re Missing

09:19 The Three Biggest Dating Mistakes

13:32 Rejection is Like a Muscle 

16:37 You Shouldn’t Rush Real Love

21:17 The Fear of the Unknown in Relationships

22:22 Who You Give Your Energy To Shapes Your Love Life

24:29 Why Are We Drawn to Emotionally Unavailable People? 

26:01 The Real Reason You’re Struggling to Find a Partner

27:49 Are Your Standards Too High?

29:16 Is It Ever Okay to Ghost?

30:52 The Power of Being Honest About What You Want

32:47 Your Present Habits Reveal Your Relationship’s Future

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Do you believe the brain can be trained to manifest?

Do you think it’s more about mindset or action?

Today, Jay sits down with neuroscientist and creator Emily McDonald to explore how rewiring your brain can transform every area of your life. Emily shares how understanding the science behind your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors can help you break free from cycles of fear, self-doubt, and procrastination. She explains that the brain’s natural instinct is to keep you safe, not help you grow, which is why so many people feel stuck even when they’re trying to move forward. Through relatable examples and neuroscience-backed tools, Emily reveals how awareness, intention, and identity shifts can create real and lasting change.

Jay and Emily dive into the psychology of motivation, discussing why we often delay the things we care about most and how “cheap dopamine” from social media and instant gratification keeps us from deeper fulfillment. Emily explains how to retrain your brain to crave long-term rewards, not quick hits of pleasure, and how to use self-compassion and small wins to build momentum. Together, she and Jay unpack the science of manifestation, why it’s not about wishing for things to happen but about wiring your brain to become a match for the life you want.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Rewire Your Brain for Change

How to Break Free from Feeling Stuck

How to Overcome Fear of Success

How to Stop Relying on Cheap Dopamine

How to Build Motivation Through Self-Reward

How to Attract Healthy Love by Becoming a Match for It

True transformation doesn’t happen overnight, it begins the moment you decide to understand yourself more deeply. When you learn how your mind works, you realize that every setback, fear, and doubt isn’t a failure, it’s simply your brain trying to protect you.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:00 Relationships Begin with Intention

02:39 When Your Identity Keeps You Stuck

05:42 The Power of the Labels You Use

08:17 Are You Afraid of Being Seen?

10:08 Label the Fears Holding You Back

12:12 Play Out Every Fear to the End

13:48 Stop Chasing Cheap Dopamine!

17:31 3 Ways to Naturally Boost Dopamine

22:29 The Power of Having Something to Look Forward To

25:22 The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything

27:00 Why Desperation Blocks Success

31:29 Discovering Your Deepest Core Value

32:56 The Power of Understanding Your Own Brain

39:41 Surround Yourself with Expansive Minds

43:07 The 3-Step Science Backed Manifestation Tool

47:39 Do You Believe in Divine Timing?

49:09 Turning Jealousy into Inspiration

51:51 Worthiness Begins with Self-Love

56:13 How to Overcome Limiting Beliefs

01:02:14 What Are You Building Within Yourself?

01:04:19 Let Go of the Need for Approval

01:09:53 Love Finds You When You Least Expect It

01:15:51 Emily on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Emily McDonald | Website

Emily McDonald | YouTube

Emily McDonald | Instagram

Emily McDonald | TikTok

Emily McDonald | LinkedIn

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In this first episode of On Purpose with Radhi, Jay opens up a conversation many of us have faced but rarely unpack, being asked, “When are you having kids?” What seems like a casual question often carries a weight that touches on biology, cultural expectations, financial realities, and deeply personal struggles. Together, Jay and Radhi peel back the layers of why this question can feel so triggering, especially for women, and why the assumptions behind it often miss the heart of the matter.

They explore how family pressure, societal timelines, and even social media comparisons can make people feel like they’re “behind,” while statistics actually show that having children later in life has become the norm. From the challenges of IVF and miscarriages to the fear of balancing career and motherhood, Jay and Radhi shed light on the unspoken realities couples quietly carry. They remind us that true preparation for parenthood isn’t about perfect timing, it’s about awareness, acceptance, and readiness for change. 

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Handle Pressure About Having Kids

How to Prepare for the Real Changes of Parenthood

How to Know if You’re Ready for Children

How to Separate Society’s Timeline From Your Own

How to Support Friends Struggling With Fertility

The milestones that matter most are the ones that feel true to you, not the ones dictated by outside voices. Fulfillment is not found in comparison but in living with intention, compassion, and alignment to your own values.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:45 When Are You Going to Have Kids?

03:53 So, Do You Want to Have Kids?

07:57 Are You Prepared to Raise Kids?

12:31 A Different Mindset on Being a Parent

16:23 Delaying Parenthood Because of Financial Constraints

21:16 Parenthood Equates to Success

23:20 Can a Child Fix a Broken Relationship?

29:02 Are You Willing to Sacrifice Your Career to Become a Parent?

32:32 Live the Life You Want For Yourself

Episode Resources:

Radhi Devlukia | Website

Radhi Devlukia | YouTube

Radhi Devlukia | Instagram

Radhi Devlukia | Facebook

Radhi Devlukia | TikTok

Joyfull

A Really Good Cry

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Do you have a quick way to reset when you’re overwhelmed?

What’s something you wish worked better when you try to reset?

Today, Jay introduces a simple yet powerful 7-Day Micro Habit Reset, a series of small, intentional habits to help you pause, realign, and begin again with a clear mind and a calm heart. If you’ve been feeling drained, distracted, or disconnected from your goals, Jay reminds us that meaningful change doesn’t come from completely reinventing your routine, it starts with the small, mindful shifts you make every day.

Each habit is grounded in science, simplicity, and self-awareness. Jay explores how small practices, like expressing gratitude, taking a moment to reflect, or even embracing brief moments of discomfort, such as a 20-second cold rinse, can reset your energy, shift your perspective, and build emotional resilience. From writing just one sentence in your journal to checking in with your “future self,” these micro habits help you reclaim the calm and clarity that stress often takes away. This episode is a gentle reminder to slow down, find balance in the chaos, and trust that it’s the small, consistent actions that create real, lasting change.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Reset Your Mind in 3 Breaths

How to Start Your Day Without Stress

How to Start Your Day with Clarity, Not Chaos

How to Create Calm When Life Feels Messy

How to Reclaim Time by Resetting Small Habits

Change doesn’t have to be overwhelming. It begins with the smallest steps, the quiet moments when you choose to breathe, observe, and reset instead of react.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Introduction

01:02 The 3-Breath Reset

07:05 Start Your Morning With Natural Light, Not Screens!

09:53 The 2-Minute Tidy

13:09 The Gratitude Text

16:16 The 20-Second Cold Rinse

17:48 The 1-Sentence Journal to End the Day with Peace

20:02 The “Future You” Check-In

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When was the last time you felt truly at ease with someone?

Do you feel that kind of ease often, or was it rare?

In this special live episode recorded at the DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., Jay sits down with bestselling author and therapist Lori Gottlieb to explore the hidden dynamics that shape our relationships. Together, they unpack why so many of us feel the need to “perform” for love and how fear of rejection, perfectionism, and old emotional patterns can quietly erode connection. Lori shares how true intimacy begins with acceptance, not just of our partners, but of ourselves, and why showing up authentically is the only way to feel genuinely seen.

Through humor, warmth, and real audience interactions, Jay and Lori dive into topics like vulnerability, emotional safety, and the balance between “me time” and “we time.” They share how to stop trying to fix or control your partner, how to communicate without defensiveness, and how to build relationships rooted in curiosity and compassion instead of criticism.

This conversation is a reminder that love isn’t about finding someone who reads your mind, it’s about learning each other’s language, embracing imperfections, and creating a safe space where both people can grow.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Stop Performing for Love

How to Create Emotional Safety in a Relationship

How to Let Your Partner Be Vulnerable

How to Build Connection Through Acceptance

How to Communicate Without Getting Defensive

How to Balance “Me Time” and “We Time”

How to Love Without Trying to Fix

Love is not a performance, it’s a practice. It’s built in the quiet moments when we choose to listen instead of defend, to understand instead of control, and to show up even when it feels uncomfortable. Every relationship, whether romantic or otherwise, becomes stronger when we replace judgment with curiosity and fear with honesty.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:54 Earning Love Through Real Connection

03:16 Why You Should Speak Up Early

06:51 Creating a Safe Space for Vulnerability

11:20 Can You Love Someone Without Loving Yourself?

13:55 How Acceptance Strengthens Your Relationship

20:37 Compatibility vs. Chemistry: What Matters More?

25:07 Do Couples Need Individual Therapy Too?

28:05 A Live Couples Therapy Session

44:06 Communicate Clearly Not Through Assumptions

47:08 Healthy Ways to Approach Conflict

51:28 Understanding the Many Forms of Love

57:46 Are Both of Your Needs Being Met?

01:01:44 Learning to Embrace and Communicate Differences

Episode Resources:

Lori Gottlieb | YouTube

Lori Gottlieb | Instagram

Lori Gottlieb | Website

Dear Therapists Podcast

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone

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Have you ever felt totally off but couldn’t explain why?

Did you ever figure out what was causing it?

Today, Jay sits down with Dr. Sara Szal, a Harvard- and MIT-trained physician, researcher, and bestselling author, to dive into a topic that affects everyone but rarely gets the attention it deserves: hormones. Together, they break down what hormones really are, how stress and daily habits can throw them off balance, and why understanding these powerful chemical messengers can completely transform the way we think about health. Dr. Sara shares how simple changes, from better sleep and mindful eating to managing stress, can help reset your body’s natural rhythm in just a few days. This is a conversation that beautifully bridges science and self-awareness, revealing just how deeply our biology and emotions are connected.

Jay and Dr. Sara also explore one of today’s most misunderstood topics: women’s health and birth control. Dr. Sara explains how the pill, though widely used, can disrupt hormone balance, increase inflammation, and even affect fertility, insights many women never hear about. She breaks down what’s really happening inside the body and offers practical ways to restore balance through nutrition, testing, and natural alternatives. Together, they also discuss how emotional stress and relationships deeply influence hormonal health, and why learning to understand and manage your body’s signals is one of the most empowering steps you can take for your well-being.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Balance Your Hormones Naturally

How to Manage Stress and Lower Cortisol 

How to Reset Your Body in Just 3 Days

How to Heal Fatigue by Listening to Your Body

How to Transition Off Birth Control Safely

How to Support Fertility and Hormone Health

How to Regulate Before You React

When you slow down, nourish yourself, and make small, consistent changes, you create space for balance to return. Health isn’t about perfection or control; it’s about awareness, alignment, and kindness toward yourself.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:28 What Exactly Are Hormones?

02:30 What Causes Hormonal Imbalance?

04:02 How to Measure Stress Hormones

05:11 When You’re Running on Cortisol

06:01 The Truth About Insulin Resistance

07:45 How Hormones Differ in Men and Women

10:21 Why Measuring the Right Hormones Matters

11:30 Simple Ways to Rebalance Your Hormones

14:19 Why Estrogen and Progesterone Decline

20:19 Why You Should Start with Cortisol

22:19 Four Powerful Ways to Reduce Stress

24:17 How to Turn Stress into Strength

25:58 Breaking Free from Chronic Stress

27:52 Everyday Habits to Lower Cortisol

30:08 Feeling Low on Energy But Can’t Explain Why? 

35:09 How to Decompress and Recenter Yourself

39:00 Do Men or Women Heal Faster After a Divorce?

41:37 Creating Healthy Emotional Distance

43:06 The Power of Boundaries in Healing

46:35 People-Pleasing: A Hidden Stress Response

49:06 The Biggest Hormonal Shifts in Life

53:09 What You Need to Know About Andropause

54:09 The Evolution of Birth Control

56:24 Painful Periods Are Not Normal!

57:23 Lifestyle Fixes for Acne and Hormone Health

59:09 The Hidden Long-Term Effects of the Pill

01:01:56 How to Reverse the Pill’s Impact

01:03:47 Does Birth Control Affect Fertility?

01:05:33 The Complexity and Simplicity of Hormones

01:08:31 How to Take Ownership of Your Health

01:09:36 Is Natural Birth Control Effective?

01:11:27 How to Make IUD Insertion Less Painful

01:14:05 Getting Pregnant After Birth Control

01:16:31 What Science Says About Cycle Syncing

01:18:06 How to Safely Transition Off the Pill

01:20:41 Where Science Meets Spirituality

01:25:49 Sara on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Dr Sara Szal | Website

Dr Sara Szal | Instagram

Dr Sara Szal | YouTube

Dr Sara Szal | LinkedIn

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Do you ever get stuck in your thoughts?

What do you usually overthink about?

Today, Jay explores one of the most powerful, yet regularly overlooked, conversations we have every day: the one we have with ourselves. Too often, we become our own harshest critics, speaking to ourselves in ways we’d never speak to a friend. Jay reveals how self-criticism can disguise itself as control or accountability, when in truth, it’s a subtle form of self-sabotage that quietly erodes our confidence, creativity, and motivation.

Jay reminds us that rest and reflection aren’t signs of weakness, they’re essential parts of real growth. He explains that progress is never a straight line, and that falling back, slowing down, or taking a break doesn’t mean you’ve failed, it simply means you’re human. His message is a gentle yet powerful invitation to stop tearing yourself down and start lifting yourself up, to trade shame for accountability, criticism for compassion, and restlessness for stillness. Through his words, Jay offers more than advice, he shares a roadmap for healing your relationship with yourself, embracing imperfection with grace, and finding peace in the quiet strength of self-acceptance.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Silence Your Inner Critic

How to Talk to Yourself Like a Friend

How to Rewire Your Brain for Positivity

How to Rest Without Feeling Guilty

How to Stop Letting Negativity Control You

Healing begins the moment you choose kindness over criticism. Every mistake, setback, or pause is not the end of the journey, it’s part of becoming who you’re meant to be.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

01:02 Is Your inner Voice Blocking You?

02:16 #1: Self Criticism is Self Sabotage 

06:32 #2: Negative Self Talk is Counterproductive

10:08 #3: Shaming Yourself Doesn't Build Accountability

13:28 #4: Your Brain is Wired to Focus on Mistakes

17:24 #5: Progress Isn't Linear

20:01 #6: Rest is Essential for Progress

22:35 #7: Self Kindness Builds Resilience

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How do you know when you’re ready to commit?

Do you think love alone is enough?

Marriage isn’t a destination, it’s a daily practice. It’s the ongoing choice to show up, grow, and recommit to each other through every season of change. In this special compilation, Jay brings together powerful insights from Jada Pinkett Smith, relationship coach Sadia Khan, psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb, and his own reflections with Radhi. Together, they explore how lasting love isn’t built on fleeting chemistry, but on emotional resilience, self-awareness, and the courage to evolve, side by side.

Jada shares how marriage can be a spiritual journey, where your partner reflects both your light and your flaws, guiding you toward unconditional love and deeper healing. Sadia reveals the often-overlooked truths about infidelity, self-control, and discipline, reminding us that love cannot thrive without trust. Lori highlights the power of honest communication, from setting boundaries with in-laws to having the tough conversations about money, marriage, and children before it’s too late.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Build Emotional Resilience in Marriage

How to Heal and Grow Through Partnership

How to Spot Signs of Emotional Distance

How to Create Space for Emotional Openness

How to Recommit as Your Partner Evolves

Every relationship faces challenges, but those moments can become powerful opportunities for growth when met with compassion and openness. The true beauty of love lies in the willingness to listen, to learn, and to keep building something real, together.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty.

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:28 The Cornerstone of Family Life

03:58 When Divorce Feels Like the Only Option

08:44 The Power of Unconditional Love

14:14 Valuing How People Show Up

18:13 Every Marriage Looks Different

20:14 Rethinking Traditional Marriage

24:13 Do Women or Men Get Cheated on More? 

26:19 Choosing a Man with Self-Control

27:59 Why Sexual Discipline Matters

29:45 Don’t Ignore These Red Flags!

32:35 Staying Attuned to Your Partner

34:28 Talk About Marriage Before the Proposal

37:43 Why a Baby Won’t Fix a Marriage

40:41 When Your Partner Doesn’t Stand Up for You

46:36 Building a Safe Space for Connection

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Have you ever stayed in a relationship just to avoid being alone?

Did staying make you feel better or worse over time?

Today, Jay sits down with writer and relationship coach Quinlan Walther to explore what it truly means to build healthy, lasting relationships. Quinlan, known for her viral reflections on love and self-trust, explains the difference between wanting a relationship and being ready for one. She compares it to grocery shopping when you’re hungry, a reminder that desperation often drives us to make poor emotional choices. Together, they explore how self-awareness, emotional safety, and self-trust form the foundation for a genuine connection. Quinlan introduces her “Four C’s of Self-Trust”: curiosity, capacity, compassion, and commitment, a framework for strengthening one’s relationship with the self before seeking partnership.

Jay and Quinlan confront the hard truths about modern love, how expectations, attachment wounds, and emotional burnout often distort our perception of what love should feel like. They explore the difference between chemistry and compatibility, reminding listeners that while excitement can spark a connection, it’s shared values and emotional maturity that sustain it. Quinlan emphasizes that relationships are not meant to fill our emptiness but to reflect our growth. Through stories and practical wisdom, she explains how the healthiest relationships allow space for vulnerability, accountability, and change, rather than perfection. Jay reflects on his own marriage, highlighting how communication, patience, and self-reflection create emotional safety and deepen love over time.

In his interview, you'll learn:

How to Know If You’re Ready for Love

How to Build Self-Trust Before Dating

How to Create Emotional Safety in Relationships

How to Tell Chemistry from Compatibility

How to Set Boundaries Without Guilt

How to Heal After a Breakup

How to Stop Repeating Unhealthy Patterns

How to Grow Together Without Losing Yourself

Real connection isn’t about finding someone to fix or complete us, it’s about growing into the version of ourselves that can give and receive love freely. Every heartbreak, disappointment, and moment of self-reflection brings us closer to understanding that love begins within.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:24 Wanting vs. Being Ready for Love

04:07 The Four C’s of Self-Trust

06:41 Relationships Should Help You Grow

10:32 Building Stability and Emotional Safety

13:27 When Requests Become Unreasonable

15:15 Love Within Someone’s Capacity

17:57 Are You Exhausted From Dating? 

22:05 Does the Spark Really Matter?

23:28 When Attraction Misleads You

25:16 Compatibility vs. Chemistry

27:52 How Black-and-White Thinking Hurts Love

31:10 Is Love Alone Ever Enough?

32:43 What True Commitment Looks Like

36:39 Learning to Show Up for Yourself

39:35 Healing Family Wounds and Finding Peace

42:19 Breaking the Criticism–Withdrawal Cycle

49:31 Your Partner Reflects How You Love Yourself

51:14 Dating is Discernment, Marriage is Devotion

55:16 Real Change Takes Time

58:10 Why Every Relationship Needs Boundaries

59:47 How to Set Healthy Boundaries

01:01:21 Stop Compromising Your Own Boundaries

01:02:42 Are Soulmates Real?

01:05:01 What Should Love Feel Like?

01:08:59 Do You Want a Partner or a Spouse?

01:13:11 How to Move On After a Breakup

01:16:47 You Are Not Hard to Love

01:19:32 The Lessons Hidden in a Heartbreak

01:21:40 Quinlan on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Quinlan Walther | Website

Quinlan Walther | Instagram

Quinlan Walther | TikTok

Quinlan Walther | YouTube

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Do you believe in manifestation?

What are you currently manifesting?

Manifestation isn’t about magic, shortcuts, or wishing something into existence, it’s about clarity, belief, and intentional action. In today’s episode, Jay unpacks the biggest myths around manifestation and explains why vision boards, affirmations, and journaling alone often leave us feeling stuck or unfulfilled. Instead, he shows us how to set clear goals, pair affirmations with real action, and create systems that actually move us forward.

Through practical steps and powerful research, Jay reshapes our understanding of manifestation, not as wishful thinking, but as the alignment of our thoughts, words, and actions. He reveals why positivity without effort quickly falls flat, how struggle signals growth rather than failure, and why surrender can be an act of wisdom instead of passivity. Jay shows us how to actively create the life we imagine. Whether your pursuit is abundance, purpose, or simply the courage to take the next step, he reminds us that manifestation isn’t about waiting for the universe to deliver, it’s about showing up ready, prepared, and fully present for the opportunities ahead.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Set Clear Goals for Manifestation

How to Pair Affirmations with Daily Action

How to Break Big Dreams into Small Steps

How to Turn Desire Into Direction

How to Value Growth Over Outcome

Growth is rarely smooth or instant, but it’s always possible when you stay committed to the process. Keep showing up with clarity, with consistency, and courage, because the life you dream of is created one intentional choice at a time.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:50 What is Manifestation?

01:52 Myth #1: Manifestation isn't Magic

05:42 Myth #2: Positive Thoughts Alone Attract Success

08:12 Myth #3: Writing it Down is Not Enough

11:11 Myth #4: The Universe Rewards Wanting

13:35 Myth #5: The Path Will Be Smooth If It's Meant to Be

16:14 Myth #6: Manifesting is Passive

20:07 Myth #7: Manifestation is About Stuff

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What does rejection feel like to you?

What do you usually do to move past that feeling?

Today, Jay sits down with legendary filmmaker and comedian Judd Apatow for a vulnerable and inspiring conversation on life, creativity, and resilience. Known for shaping modern comedy with films like The 40-Year-Old Virgin and Knocked Up, Judd opens up about the struggles behind the success, sharing how self-doubt, early failures, and rejection shaped him into the storyteller he is today. He reflects on the power of mentorship, the lessons he learned from icons like Gary Shandling, and why finding your voice often requires patience, humility, and a willingness to fail forward.

Together, Jay and Judd explore how comedy can be both healing and revealing, born not just out of joy but often out of pain. Judd talks about the risks he took, the creative experiments that didn’t work, and how those “failures” became stepping stones toward lasting impact. He reveals how therapy, mindfulness, and even family dynamics have influenced his work, and why the most meaningful measure of success is not box office numbers, but whether your work truly connects with people.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Find Your Creative Voice

How to Balance Ambition with Presence

How to Use Mentorship to Grow

How to Push Through Self-Doubt

How to Create With Authenticity

How to Learn From Rejection

How to Protect Your Flow State

The setbacks you face today can become the foundation of your greatest breakthroughs tomorrow. Stay patient with the process, stay true to yourself, and keep moving forward with faith that your story has meaning and impact waiting to unfold. 

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:09 What Made You Laugh Out Loud?

03:52 Raising Children Without Pressure

05:22 Never Limiting a Child’s Potential

08:09 The Most Memorable Interview

09:44 Discovering a Personal Path

10:27 From Fan to Friend

11:58 Running a Show Together

14:24 Growing with Creative Peers

15:58 Why Failure Leads to Success

18:00 The Power of Putting Yourself Out There

20:27 Why Success Takes Time

23:21 Creating Something Original

27:00 A Sliding Doors Moment

28:15 Realizing the Power of Choice

30:22 Becoming Part of Another’s Success

31:40 Confronting Creative Blocks

34:06 Inside a Storyteller’s Mind

35:34 Choosing to Be Part of the Solution

38:00 Taking Creative Risks

40:34 Silencing the Inner Critic

43:27 The Real Formula for Comedy

47:26 The Pitfalls of Mocking Others

48:41 The Promise and Peril of AI

51:39 Letting Go of a Problem-Seeking Mind

54:13 Projecting Childhood Trauma at Work

57:47 Separating Emotions from the Work

01:00:09 Choosing the Right Collaborators

01:02:58 Learning to Lighten Up

01:05:27 What Leads to True Success

01:07:30 The Most Impactful Self-Help Books

01:13:13 The Pain Behind Comedy

01:17:14 Defining True Happiness

01:22:33 Exploring an Ayahuasca Experience

01:24:18 The Secret to a Lasting Marriage

01:28:05 Lessons to Share with Children

01:30:07 Being Direct Yet Constructive

01:31:48 Finding Drama in Good People

01:34:07 Why Mentorship Matters

01:38:09 Judd on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Judd Apatow | Website

Judd Apatow | Instagram

Judd Apatow | Facebook

Sicker in the Head: More Conversations About Life and Comedy

Comedy Nerd: A Lifelong Obsession in Stories and Pictures

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Today, Jay sits down with Malala Yousafzai to uncover the woman behind the global symbol of courage and education. From the very start, Jay sets the tone with an intention rooted in empathy, to help people not just know Malala, but understand her. Together, they revisit her extraordinary journey, from growing up in Pakistan’s Swat Valley under Taliban rule to surviving an assassination attempt at fifteen. Malala shares what it was like to wake up in a hospital far from home, and how she slowly began to realize that the world had already decided who she was before she could decide for herself.

As the conversation unfolds, Malala opens up about the emotional aftermath of her survival, the years spent trying to live up to the image of bravery the world created for her while quietly struggling with fear, trauma, and loneliness. She reflects on how therapy helped her begin to process the pain she had long suppressed, and how rediscovering humor, friendship, and love became essential parts of her healing. Malala also talks about her marriage, her insecurities after the attack, and the importance of learning to love herself before fully believing that someone else could. Her honesty reveals a side rarely seen, that even those who inspire millions still wrestle with doubt and self-acceptance.

Malala and Jay explore what courage truly means, not as a public act of heroism, but as a quiet, daily choice to keep going. She reflects on her mission to ensure education for every girl, the ongoing fight for women’s rights in Afghanistan, and how real change begins with local voices and global solidarity. Through her words, Malala reminds us that strength and softness can coexist, that healing is never linear, and that every person has the power to turn pain into purpose.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Stay Brave When You’re Afraid

How to Heal From Trauma With Time and Therapy

How to Find Yourself Beyond What the World Expects

How to Rebuild Confidence After Losing It

How to Create Change Through Education

How to Love Yourself After Feeling Unworthy

How to Redefine Courage in Everyday Life

How to Keep Hope Alive in Dark Times

How to Be the Voice for Those Who Can’t Speak

No matter what you’ve been through, your story isn’t over, it’s still being written every single day. Healing doesn’t happen all at once, and courage isn’t about never breaking down; it’s about finding the strength to rise again, even when you feel unsure.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

10:03 The Life Others Tried to Define for You

12:38 Winning the Nobel Peace Prize at 15

16:20 School as a Sanctuary for Children

21:00 When Education Becomes a Privilege

24:42 The Power of Having Someone Stand Up for You

25:45 Why Women Deserve Equal Opportunities to Thrive

27:52 Living Through the Violence of the Taliban

32:33 What Sparked the Activist Within

34:00 Choosing Courage Over Silence

37:25 Surviving the Taliban Attack

45:20 Fighting for Every Girl’s Right to Learn

48:45 When Trauma Returns Years Later

52:49 The Weight of Being a Symbol of Hope

55:45 Healing from Grief One Step at a Time

58:42 The Life-Changing Power of Therapy

01:03:36 Finding Real Friendship and Belonging

01:05:49 Becoming the Unexpected Relationship Guru

01:09:39 Learning to Love and Be Loved

01:20:50 Investing in the Future of Girls’ Education

01:23:39 Changing the Narrative for Equality

01:27:10 Empowering the Next Generation of Women

01:29:10 Thirteen Years After the Attack

01:31:50 The Heart of True Activism

01:34:30 Building Schools That Transform Lives

01:39:41 Malala on Final Five      

01:49:45 Child Marriages Should Stop

Episode Resources:

Malala Yousafzai | Website

Malala Yousafzai | Instagram

Malala Yousafzai | Facebook

Malala Yousafzai | TikTok

Malala Yousafzai | YouTube

Malala Yousafzai | X

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Do you ever feel behind in life?

What are you comparing yourself to?

Today, Jay shares a powerful reminder for anyone who feels like they’re behind in life. Maybe you’re comparing your career path to a friend’s promotion, your relationship status to someone’s engagement photos, or your lifestyle to highlight reels on social media. Jay explains how natural it is to feel this way, especially after school, when the timelines that once kept us moving together begin to split apart. Drawing on social comparison theory, he shows how easily our self-worth can become tied to where others seem to be, instead of honoring the unique path we’re on.

Jay reframes the idea of being “behind,” not as a failure but an essential part of growth. Through psychology and real-life examples, he emphasizes that endings matter more than beginnings, and that setbacks are not signs of weakness, but proof that we’re actively building resilience. He challenges our attachment to comfort, which can quietly keep us stuck, and reminds us that what feels like delay is really unseen preparation for the skills and foundations that lead to future success. Jay shifts how we measure progress, from chasing empty wins to recognizing that grit matters more than perfection.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Redefine Success on Your Timeline

How to Recognize False Progress in Others

How to See Struggle as Strength

How to Turn Setbacks into Resilience

How to Trust That You’re Not Late

The struggles you face today are shaping your resilience, your wisdom, and your strength for tomorrow. You are not late, you are not lost, you are simply on your own timeline.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:52 Do You Feel Behind in Life?

02:37 #1: You Aren't Late, You're on a Different Timeline

06:07 #2: Endings Define the Story 

08:42 #3: Comfort is What Really Keeps You Stuck

12:27 #4: Progress Doesn’t Guarantee Happiness

14:01 #5: Struggling Is Proof You’re Growing

17:49 #6: You're not Behind, You're Developing Skills

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How do you usually deal with stress?

Does it help you feel better, or just distract you for a while?

Today, Jay welcomes globally recognized nutritionist and corporate wellness strategist Mona Sharma to share her inspiring journey from corporate burnout to holistic healing. Mona opens up about her personal health struggles; two heart surgeries, chronic stress, and years of misalignment, that ultimately led her to rediscover the healing practices she grew up with in the ashram. Mona explains how returning to yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, and mindful nutrition helped her reclaim her health and purpose, transforming her pain into a mission to guide others toward vitality.

Together, Jay and Mona explore how true wellness goes beyond diets and quick fixes. Mona emphasizes the importance of addressing root causes rather than just symptoms, teaching us that healing requires nervous system regulation, emotional awareness, and holistic nourishment. They discuss the link between stress and disease, how lifestyle choices shape gut health, and why our beliefs about our bodies matter just as much as the food we eat. Mona shares practical tools, from mindful eating and breathwork to habit stacking and visualization, that help people align with their deepest values while supporting long-term health.

The conversation also highlights how modern science is finally catching up with ancient wisdom. Mona stresses the power of integrating Western medicine with Eastern practices to create a more complete vision of health.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Heal by Finding the Root Cause

How to Regulate Your Nervous System Daily

How to Transform Stress Into Resilience

How to Build Healing Rituals That Last

How to Improve Digestion Through Mindful Eating

How to Start Your Day Without Sugar and Coffee

How to Optimize Sleep for Deep Restoration

True healing begins when we stop searching for quick fixes and start honoring the wisdom of our own bodies. Every symptom, every craving, every restless night is not a failure, it’s a message guiding us back to balance.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:54 Busting Common Health Myths

03:01 Healing by Finding the Root Cause

05:26 When Health Becomes Everything

11:37 What is The Root of All Disease?

13:37 A Regulated vs. Dysregulated Nervous System

17:56 How Stress Shapes Your Life

21:24 Building Resilience Against Stress

26:36 Morning Routines That Heal

28:36 Reconnecting with Your True Self

32:20 Learning to Listen to Your Body

34:19 How Stress Impacts Gut Health

38:11 Simple Fixes for Bloating

41:36 How Sugary Breakfasts Sabotage Your Energy

44:07 The Truth About Alcohol Intake

46:21 Healthy Alternatives to Coffee

48:20 Turning Habits into Rituals

50:47 Understanding the Causes of Brain Fog

53:12 Becoming the Healer of Your Life

56:40 Why Self-Care Starts in the Kitchen

01:01:49 Three Daily Pillars for Health

01:06:26 Mona on Final Five  

Episode Resources:

Mona Sharma | Website

Mona Sharma | Instagram

Mona Sharma | TikTok

Mona Sharma | YouTube

Mona Sharma's Rooted Academy

Complimentary guide available that Mona co-authored with Dr. Mark Hyman: 12 Wellness Tips to Awaken Your Best Health

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