Unlock the secrets of your gut microbiome - the hidden key to overall health and longevity.

In this fascinating interview, leading scientist Dr. Tim Spector reveals groundbreaking research linking your gut bacteria to conditions like depression, anxiety, obesity, cancer, and more. Discover simple dietary tweaks that can optimize your microbiome for mental clarity, disease prevention, and living your best life well into old age.

You can find Tim at: Website | Instagram | ZOE Science & Nutrition podcast | Episode Transcript

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Unlock your potential with our powerful "Success Scaffolding" framework. This step-by-step system provides the structure and accountability to turn your biggest goals into reality. We share the 7 key elements (the 7 P's) that empower you to envision, plan, and achieve transformative life changes one step at a time.

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Are you tired of never feeling good enough? In this insightful conversation, psychologist Ellen Hendriksen, author of How to Be Enough: Self-Acceptance for Self-Critics and Perfectionists, shares strategies to escape the perfectionism trap. 

Learn how to pursue excellence without harsh self-criticism, shift from rigid rules to living by your core values, and make room for imperfection - allowing you to live the life you truly want.

You can find Ellen at: Website | Instagram | How to Be Good to Yourself When You're Hard on Yourself Substack | Episode Transcript

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Unlock the path to your best year yet with this powerful "good life buckets" framework. Learn how to design a personalized roadmap that fills your vitality, connection, and contribution buckets for extraordinary fulfillment in 2025. Jonathan Fields guides you through insightful exercises to set intentional focuses, build meaningful habits, and vividly envision an abundant life - paving the way for more joy, deeper relationships, and purposeful impact.

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"The Hug" is a heartwarming and poignant collection of stories celebrating the profound impact that acts of kindness, generosity and human connection can have on our lives - especially during the most difficult of times.

From a community rallying around a frozen talent show performer to strangers saving a family's home from wildfires, these powerful tales will rekindle your faith in the goodness of people and remind you of the beauty that can emerge even from life's darkest moments. An uplifting and deeply moving "hug" for the soul.

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Unlock the power of embodiment with Silfath Pinto, a trailblazer who left the corporate world to guide others in reclaiming their feminine energy and sacred union with the masculine.

In this captivating conversation, Silfath shares her transformative journey, blending somatic practices, energy healing, and mindset work to help people shed conditioning, heal trauma, and live as their most actualized selves. Discover daily rituals to anchor in wonder, play with possibilities during life transitions, and harmonize the profound feminine and masculine intelligence that exists within us all.

You can find Silfath at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript

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Can consciousness exist outside the physical body? Neuroscientist Marina Weiler shares fascinating research on out-of-body experiences (OBEs) and their potential to radically shift our perception of reality. Discover the profound psychological impacts of OBEs - from decreased fear of death to increased interconnectedness - and explore whether these experiences provide a scientific glimpse into the non-local nature of consciousness.

You can find Marina at: Website | Episode Transcript

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Embrace the raw courage found in vulnerability. Researcher Brené Brown shares her personal journey confronting shame to live and work wholeheartedly - the profound experiences that allowed her to develop paradigm-shifting perspectives on vulnerability, daring leadership, and showing up authentically.

You can find Brené at: Website | Instagram | Brené's Podcasts | Episode Transcript

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Avanti Kumar Singh shares her powerful journey with breast cancer while writing The Longevity Formula, blending Western medicine and Ayurvedic wisdom. Discover her 5 "longevity switches" and daily practices like breathwork for vibrant aging by reducing inflammation and nurturing life force.

You can find Avanti at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript

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Discover the transformative power of walking with Libby DeLana, co-founder of creative agency Mechanica and author of "Do Walk: Navigate earth, mind and body. Step by step."

In this inspiring conversation, Libby shares how her simple decision to take a daily morning walk ultimately led her to walk the circumference of the Earth - and how this practice became a moving meditation that unlocked presence, creativity, and a profound connection to herself and the natural world around her. Whether you're looking to inject more presence into your daily life, process emotions, or seeking tips for tapping into your innate creativity, Libby's first-hand walking wisdom will motivate you to lace up and head outdoors.

You can find Libby at: Website | Instagram | This Morning Walk podcast | Episode Transcript

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What if everything you thought you knew about willpower and self-control was wrong? In this groundbreaking conversation, psychologist Michael Inzlicht challenges the famous "ego depletion" theory and reveals surprising new research on the true nature of self-regulation.

Discover why conscientious people may be wired differently, how to leverage motivation for lasting change, and science-backed strategies to amplify your ability to stick to goals - without burning out your willpower. If you want to master self-discipline in a sustainable way, don't miss these fresh insights.

You can find Michael at: Website | Speak Now Regret Later Substack | Episode Transcript

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Jenn Romolini was a high-powered editor who appeared to have it all - until a health crisis forced her to reevaluate her all-consuming ambition. In this candid conversation, Romolini shares her journey from corporate overachiever to redefining success on her own terms, as detailed in her memoir Ambition Monster. Discover how shifting her mindset allowed her to embrace what truly matters beyond professional accolades.

You can find Jenn at: extended scenes Substack | Instagram | Episode Transcript

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Are you constantly feeling tired, unfocused, and out of sync? Discover the hidden power of your body's inner clock in this fascinating discussion with Lynne Peeples, author of The Inner Clock: Living in Sync with Our Circadian Rhythms.

Explore how modern lifestyles disrupt our innate circadian rhythms that govern sleep, metabolism, cognitive performance and more. Learn practical strategies to realign your circadian clock through light exposure, meal timing, and consistency. Unlock better health, productivity and overall well-being by living in harmony with your body's natural rhythms.

You can find Lynne at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript

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Feeling creatively stifled or torn between passion and practicality? Dive into this powerful conversation with legendary writers Sue Monk Kidd, James McBride, Kate DiCamillo, and Ann Patchett as they share their journeys honoring their deepest callings.

Discover how they overcame societal conventions and inner doubts to give voice to essential truths through their transformative stories. Get inspired to embrace your own yearnings and unlock the empathy-sparking power of radical self-expression. If you've ever longed to live a life of truth and beauty, don't miss these catalyzing insights.

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Can grace truly change everything? In this thought-provoking conversation, Julia Baird, author of Bright Shining: How Grace Changes Everything, shares how cultivating awe, wonder, and the capacity for grace has sustained her through battles with cancer and life's darkest moments.

From profound acts of forgiveness to the untold generosity of blood donors, Baird explores how opening your heart to grace can light an "invincible summer" within - even when the world feels brutally dark. An uplifting listen for anyone seeking light amidst suffering.

You can find Julia at: Instagram | Episode Transcript

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Stuck using self-care as a quick fix for deeper dissatisfaction? Jonathan Fields' provocative spoken essay from his "Awake at the Wheel" Substack unmasks the dangerous self-care delusion trapping so many.

Discover why fleeting "treat yourself" moments merely numb the real crisis - your life is fundamentally out of alignment with core values. This is an essential reality check about self-care's limits and the courageous self-inquiry required to realign your increasingly frantic modern life.

You can find Jonathan's new writing project: Awake at the Wheel | Instagram | Episode Transcript

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Discover surprising insights into the science of women's friendships from Danielle Bayard Jackson, author of Fighting for Our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships.

This illuminating conversation dives into why healthy conflict is vital for platonic intimacy, how to navigate issues like lack of reciprocity and controlling friends, and the key to renegotiating friendship "terms" as lives evolve. You'll learn practical ways to fight for your most precious bonds and be the kind of friend who uplifts others. Don't miss these research-backed strategies for deeper, more fulfilling connections.

You can find Danielle at: Better Female Friendships | Instagram | Episode Transcript

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Bessel van der Kolk, legendary trauma expert and author of The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma reveals a revolutionary approach to healing trauma.

Discover how trauma profoundly impacts the brain and body, making growth difficult by trapping us in past experiences. Explore potent mind-body practices like yoga, dance, and psychedelics that can unlock trauma's grip by igniting collective joy, self-compassion, and an expansive perspective on our vast human potential. Gain life-changing insights to feel truly alive again.

You can find Bessel at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript

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Are you struggling to make lasting positive changes in your life? In this thought-provoking conversation, change philosopher Tamsen Webster unlocks the secrets to transformational change from her new book Say What They Can't Unhear: The 9 Principles of Lasting Change.

Discover how aligning your core beliefs with your desired identity is crucial for sustainable growth. Learn to recognize and leverage "disorienting dilemmas" that shatter limiting assumptions about what's possible. Webster shares candid stories from her own journey overcoming panic disorder and embracing a healthier lifestyle. Listen now for a fresh perspective to finally make changes that stick.

You can find Tamsen at: Website | Instagram | The Compact Case? | Episode Transcript

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Are you feeling stuck in a life of predictability and safety? Chase Jarvis, author of Never Play It Safe: A Practical Guide to Freedom, Creativity, and a Life You Love, reveals how stepping out of your comfort zone unlocks creativity, authenticity, and joy.

Discover powerful mindset shifts and practical tools to reshape your relationship with time, cultivate intuition, and direct your attention towards what truly matters. If you're craving more aliveness, meaning, and fulfillment, this insightful conversation provides an inspiring roadmap to the life you really want.

You can find Chase at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript

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Meghan Keane's Party of One: Be Your Own Best Life Partner upends the cultural myth that romantic love is the ultimate source of fulfillment. This insightful conversation offers a refreshing perspective on embracing your single status, pursuing harmonious passions, and fostering an enriching community of platonic relationships. Meghan provides an empowering vision for radical self-acceptance, values-based living, and finding profound meaning beyond prescribed relationship narratives - a must-listen for anyone seeking to thrive authentically.

You can find Meghan at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript

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Are you stuck in an endless cycle of stress and burnout, constantly chasing new goals but never feeling fulfilled? Or do you struggle with focus, restlessness, and emotional intensity - perhaps signs of neurodivergence?

In this powerful episode, our guests Romie Mushtaq, Aviva Romm, and Sasha Hamdani provide candid insights into breaking free from the "stress success cycle," managing overwhelm and survival mode, and embracing the unique wiring of ADHD. Prepare for an honest, hopeful discussion packed with practical strategies to rewire your busy brain, repair your body's stress response systems, and start living with more presence and inner peace.

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Are you trapped in a cycle of reactive busyness, constantly chasing other people's priorities? This powerful Unbusy Manifesto provides a roadmap to breaking free from that frantic pace through mindset shifts and daily practices. Learn intentional living strategies to reclaim your time, cultivate presence, and infuse more meaning into each day.

And, by the way, in case you?d like to spend more time reading what you?re about to experience, I?ve posted a version of it over on my Awake at the Wheel newsletter.

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In the face of unimaginable grief and loss, author Cyndie Spiegel discovered the transformative power of "microjoys" - fleeting moments of lightness, delight, and hope that helped sustain her during life's darkest times.

In her book Microjoys: Finding Hope (Especially) When Life Is Not Okay, Spiegel shares poignant stories and profound insights on holding space for both joy and sorrow simultaneously. This compelling conversation is an invitation to stay present, embrace the full spectrum of human emotions, and find glimmers of unexpected grace even when happiness feels most elusive.

You can find Cyndie at: Website | Dear Grown Ass Women | Instagram

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Are you feeling stuck in your current systems and routines? Struggling to find a strategy for positive change? In this thought-provoking conversation, marketing visionary Seth Godin unpacks key insights from his book This Is Strategy: Make Better Plans on crafting an intentional life strategy.

Discover how reframing time, understanding the "games" we play, and embracing tension can all be generative forces. Godin shares powerful perspectives on transcending default narratives to create the future you truly want. If you're craving more agency and fulfillment, this energizing dialogue will provide a philosophical blueprint for your next purposeful evolution.

You can find Seth at: Website | Instagram | Akimbo: A Podcast from Seth Godin | Episode Transcript

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Are you longing for a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling? In this insightful conversation, Ximena Vengoechea, author of The Life Audit: A Step-by-Step Guide to Discovering Your Goals and Building the Life You Want, shares her powerful framework for gaining clarity on your deep desires and purposefully sculpting a life aligned with your core values.

Through thought-provoking exercises like rapidly ideating 100 wishes and auditing your key relationships, Vengoechea provides a refreshingly practical roadmap to move from stuck and overwhelmed to confident and motivated action. If you're craving more authenticity, meaning and joy, this is a must-listen for learning how to embrace life as an iterative journey of experimentation and growth.

You can find Ximena at: Website | Instagram | Letters from Ximena Substack | Episode Transcript

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Are you a high-achiever who feels overly invested in the outcomes of others? In this insightful episode, psychotherapist Terri Cole dives into the concept of "high-functioning codependency" from her book Too Much: A Guide to Breaking the Cycle of High-Functioning Codependency.

Discover whether you exhibit signs like over-functioning, auto-advice giving, and excessive self-sacrifice. Terri provides powerful strategies to find balance, set boundaries, and reclaim your inner peace without compromising your caring nature.

You can find Terri at: Website | Instagram | The HFC Toolkit | The Terri Cole Show podcast | Episode Transcript

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Are you tired of feeling like you're constantly behind, struggling to get on top of everything? In this thought-provoking conversation, Oliver Burkeman, author of Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts, offers a radically different perspective. Discover how accepting your human limitations can paradoxically lead to more presence, ease, and meaning in your daily life.

Burkeman shares insights on making powerful micro-decisions, developing a "taste for problems," reframing interruptions as opportunities, and showing up fully for the richness of each moment - without waiting for some future "sorted" state. Prepare to rethink productivity and uncover the liberation in truly inhabiting your finitude.

You can find Oliver at: Website | X | Episode Transcript

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Are you tired of productivity advice that lacks humanity and fails to account for life's inevitable ups and downs? In this thought-provoking episode, author Kendra Adachi offers a compassionate reframe on time management with her book The PLAN: Manage Your Time Like a Lazy Genius.

Ditch the constant striving for mastery and embrace Kendra's "PLAN" approach - grounded in self-awareness, small adjustments, and recognizing the good that exists in the present moment. Discover a more sustainable path to getting things done while staying true to who you are.

You can find Kendra at: Website | Instagram | The Lazy Genius podcast | Episode Transcript

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You've tried all the latest health fads, but still feel stuck with nagging symptoms and mental hurdles. What if retraining your nervous system is the real solution?

In this fascinating chat, Jennifer Mann and Karden Rabin, authors of The Secret Language of the Body: Regulate Your Nervous System, Heal Your Body, Free Your Mind, break down how nervous system dysregulation drives chronic issues like IBS, migraines, and anxiety. They share their revolutionary "AIR" method to reset your nervous system for profound mind-body healing.

You can find Jennifer & Karden at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript

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Poor sleep impacts every aspect of your life, but too many still accept chronic exhaustion as normal. In this groundbreaking discussion, sleep expert Dr. Chris Winter and Arianna Huffington shatter common myths and shed new light on sleep as the gateway to peak health, creativity and redefining success itself.

You'll gain crucial insights into understanding your sleep patterns and simple daily practices to start optimizing your sleep tonight for boundless energy, presence and passion. If you want to stop just going through the motions and start truly thriving, this is a can't-miss guide to embracing sleep's transformative potential.

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Ever found yourself at odds with loved ones over hot-button issues? Close friends or family believing things you just can't get behind? In this fascinating dialogue, Brit Barron, author of Do You Still Talk to Grandma?: When the Problematic People in Our Lives Are the Ones We Love, opens up about this very dilemma.

If you've ever felt trapped between your values and cherished relationships, this real-talk episode offers a compassionate path to work towards mutual understanding.

You can find Brit at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript

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Are you navigating the profound transitions of midlife? In this insightful conversation, modern elder Chip Conley provides a brilliant reframing of the "midlife crisis" as a growth opportunity.

Drawing from his book Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better with Age, Chip outlines a holistic methodology for flourishing across the physical, emotional, mental, vocational and spiritual dimensions as we age. Discover how to cultivate wisdom, find your calling, and integrate your whole self during this remarkable stage of life's journey.

You can find Chip at: Website | Modern Elder Academy Instagram | Chip's Instagram | Episode Transcript

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In Ordinary Mysticism: Your Life as Sacred Ground, renowned mystic and author Mirabai Starr reveals how mystical experiences are not just for the elite few, but our birthright as human beings. Through radical presence, loving awareness, and embracing wonder, Starr shows how the sacred can be found in the most ordinary moments of everyday life. This profound conversation is an invitation to gaze at the world through eyes of love, immerse yourself in beauty, and awaken to the truth that we all belong to one beloved community.

You can find Mirabai at: Website | Instagram | Wild Heart Space | Episode Transcript

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Could psychedelics revolutionize mental health care? Psychiatrist Dr. Will Van Derveer openingly discusses his exploration of psychedelic-assisted therapies after becoming disillusioned with conventional treatments.

He details remarkable results using ketamine, psilocybin, and MDMA for conditions like PTSD and depression. With the FDA's imminent decision on rescheduling MDMA, Van Derveer provides an inside look at these groundbreaking medicines' therapeutic potential. For those struggling with mental health issues, this candid conversation may reveal new hope.

You can find Will at: Website | Higher Practice Podcast | Episode Transcript

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What if you could finally stop contorting yourself to please others and start living authentically on your own terms? In this honest episode, Natalie Lue, author of "The Joy of Saying No," opens up about her pivotal shift from people-pleasing into embodying her truest self.

Natalie vulnerably shares the health crisis that made her realize she was suppressing herself to become "whatever anybody wanted." Discover her strategies for separating genuine desires from ingrained obligations. Learn empowering ways to shed the cultural conditioning disconnecting you from needs and boundaries.

Unpack the subtle tendencies keeping you small, so you can courageously embrace the self you've been denying. If you crave more joy and fulfillment through radical self-honor, prioritize this dialogue.

You can find Natalie at: Website | Instagram | The Baggage Reclaim Sessions podcast | Episode Transcript

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What would you do with 2 years to purposefully design your ideal next 20? Join Jonathan as he reveals his brilliant "two by 20" project - spending 24 months meticulously crafting a future centered on simplicity, significance and joy through intentional experiments across work, health and relationships.

If you've ever felt restless about your life's next chapter, this fascinating framework will have you rethinking how to invest the precious time you have left.

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Are you feeling cynical about human nature? This fascinating discussion with psychologist Jamil Zaki, author of Hope for Cynics: The Surprising Science of Human Goodness, will renew your faith in people.

Zaki demolishes common myths about cynicism and explains how hope - the belief that a better future is possible through our actions - is what empowers positive change. Discover practical ways to move from a stance of corrosive cynicism to one of "hopeful skepticism" rooted in curiosity, empathy, and accurate understanding.

You can find Jamil at: Website | LinkedIn | Episode Transcript

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Got that craving for a deep, soulful bond with your child? Attachment expert Eli Harwood is here to make it happen.

The author of "Raising Securely Attached Kids" drops mind-blowing truths on how early attachments shape our emotional patterns, relationships, and even physical health. But Eli also serves up game-changing ways to become your child's lifelong "protective factor."

You'll learn to repair your own attachment wounds and foster that unbreakable sense of security that allows little souls to soar. Whether struggling to bond or nurturing sacred connections, this primer will help build meaningful attachments to last forever.

You can find Eli at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript

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Discover simple yet powerful daily habits to rewire your brain, boost confidence, and unlock your full potential.

In this insightful compilation episode, Mel Robbins unveils the transformative High 5 Habit from her book and how high-fiving yourself daily can reprogram self-perception and resilience.

Host Jonathan Fields also shares five cornerstone "good life habits" backed by science, like mindfulness, nature immersion, and intentional movement. Whether you're seeking more joy, focus, or inner calm, don't miss these deceptively simple tools to reshape your mindset and thrive through small consistent wins.

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You can find Mel at: Join The High 5 Challenge | Website | Instagram | The Mel Robbins Podcast | Listen to Our Full-Length Convo with Mel

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What if healing from trauma required more than just personal work? In this profound chat, Prentis Hemphill, author of What It Takes to Heal: How Transforming Ourselves Can Change the World, dives deep on the somatic practices key to both individual and collective healing.

They share eye-opening insights on envisioning new possibilities beyond society's limiting scripts, remapping relationships through authenticity and hard-earned trust, and expanding our "we" through truly relating - not just racking up social media followers. Hemphill's work points us toward transforming the very systems and conditions that wounded us in the first place through an ethos of radical love.

You can find Prentis at: Website | Instagram | Becoming the People Podcast with Prentis Hemphill | Episode Transcript

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Ever feel like you're thriving one minute, then scrambling the next? Laura Mae Martin, author of Uptime: A Practical Guide to Personal Productivity and Wellbeing, shares a fresh, holistic approach centered on syncing your priorities, patterns and boundaries.

You'll learn counterintuitive strategies to align your intention with your action, optimizing when, where and how you tackle different tasks. You'll discover how small tweaks to your routines and environments can create distraction-free zones for deep, focused work while prioritizing self-care. 

You can find Laura at: Website | LinkedIn | Episode Transcript

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Ever feel like life's ups and downs are knocking you off balance? Discover how to cultivate unshakable self-trust with Buddhist teacher Ethan Nichtern, author of Confidence: Holding Your Seat through Life's Eight Worldly Winds.

Ethan shares ancient practices for navigating the emotional hurricanes of pleasure/pain, praise/criticism, fame/insignificance and success/failure we all face. Whether you're battling imposter syndrome, recovering from a breakup or redefining your career path, learn to access the four powers of true confidence - compassion, lineage, awareness and "wind horse" - so you can stay centered amid the storm.

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Are you constantly feeling overwhelmed, with too many things to do and never enough time? Discover research-backed strategies to overcome the chronic state of "time poverty" from award-winning professor Cassie Holmes.

Her fascinating work at the intersection of time and happiness, explored in her new book Happier Hour: How to Beat Distraction, Expand Your Time, and Focus on What Matters Most, gives you a blueprint to reframe your relationship with time. Learn practical ways to savor life's joyful moments, nurture your closest relationships, and align your limited hours with what's genuinely meaningful - paving the path to maximum fulfillment.

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In this thought-provoking discussion, developmental psychologist David Yeager shares insights from his groundbreaking book 10 to 25: A Groundbreaking Approach to Leading the Next Generation?And Making Your Own Life Easier.

Discover the powerful "mentor mindset" that exceptional teachers, managers, and parents use to inspire and empower young people ages 10 to 25. By balancing high expectations with exceptional support and transparency, you can navigate this critical stage while nurturing agency, respect, and lifelong motivation. Whether you're a parent, educator, or leader, this episode provides a roadmap for leaving a profound legacy by positively impacting the next generation.

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Unlock the primal power of storytelling with ViKA Viktoria, master storyteller and communications expert.

ViKA shares how cultivating self-awareness through practices like journaling and dance allowed her to break free from inherited narratives and redefine her own brave story - going from unfulfilled ad executive to trailblazing entrepreneur. Discover why "storytelling is as critical to our survival as breathing" and how to wield this ancient technology to find awe, purpose and connection in our modern lives.

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In this thought-provoking episode, award-winning author Henry Shukman reveals the radical proposition of "Original Love" laid out in his book Original Love: The Four Inns on the Path of Awakening.

Discover how committed meditation practice can help dissolve your constructed sense of self, unveiling a profound interconnectedness where you feel inherently whole, loved and at peace with all of existence. Shukman provides an intriguing roadmap for directly experiencing your deepest nature of cosmic unity and lovingness.

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Did you know doctors are now prescribing activities like art classes, nature walks, and community gardening to treat loneliness, lack of purpose, and other modern ills? In this fascinating episode, Julia Hotz discusses the power of "social prescribing" outlined in her book The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging.

Learn how reconnecting with these ancient wellsprings of human health and happiness can provide an antidote to the soul-draining effects of our frenetic, disconnected lives. If you've been yearning for more meaning, joy, and community, this conversation may be just what the doctor ordered.

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Does depression feel like a prison keeping you disconnected from your true self? In this powerful episode, a pioneering psychiatrist shares groundbreaking brain treatments and profound spiritual insights that can help reignite your vital spark.

David Carreon, MD, author of The Opposite of Depression, reveals how transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and simple lifestyle habits like exercise, diet, and spiritual community provide an inspirational roadmap for reclaiming joy, meaning and your authentic self - whether struggling with hopelessness or wanting to truly flourish.

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Have you lost touch with your authentic self after trauma, burnout or years of people-pleasing? Join psychologist Dr. Thema Bryant as she shares a powerful roadmap for reclaiming your true identity.

Dr. Bryant, author of Reclaim Yourself: The Homecoming Workbook, unveils how to shed the inauthentic masks we adopt just to fit in. You'll learn to dismantle those facades, reconnect with your core values, and rebuild confidence in your genuine self-expression. Whether you've felt spiritually disconnected or simply adrift, this guide will help you rediscover your most authentic self.

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