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 zon...
Aug 22, 2024•59 min
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 a...
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr 8 min
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 joyf...
Aug 15, 2024•1 hr 2 min
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...
Aug 12, 2024•1 hr 6 min
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 ou...
Aug 08, 2024•1 hr 5 min
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...
Aug 05, 2024•1 hr 6 min
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 ef...
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 2 min
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 au...
Jul 29, 2024•1 hr
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 discon...
Jul 25, 2024•59 min
Embark on a transformative journey through Jonathan Fields' captivating spoken word essays. Explore profound insights on unlocking creativity, uncovering your deepest desires, and discovering the true nature of happiness. These thought-provoking pieces will challenge your perspectives on exercise, beauty, and what it means to live a fulfilling life. Get ready to be inspired, enlightened, and empowered to embrace a life of purpose and authenticity. You can find Jonathan's new writing project: Awa...
Jul 22, 2024•49 min
Feeling powerless against hormone imbalances, insatiable hunger, and unrelenting cravings? This must-listen episode will transform your understanding as two brilliant pioneers in women's health - Dr. Aviva Romm and Dr. Amy Shah - blend ancient wisdom with cutting-edge science to demystify the driving forces behind hormonal chaos and food temptations. You'll gain profound insights into the interconnected web of your gut, hormones, mindset, and overall vitality unveiled in Dr. Romm's book Hormone ...
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Ever felt weighed down by invisible pain or chronic illness nobody else can see? In this powerful conversation, trauma specialist Samira Rajabi gets refreshingly candid about her own decade-long journey navigating conditions like a benign brain tumor, headaches, and hearing loss. Drawing from her book All My Friends Live in My Computer: Trauma, Tactical Media, and Meaning , Samira shares coping strategies for the daily struggle of invisible suffering. Discover mindset shifts, tactics for reducin...
Jul 15, 2024•59 min
Are you plagued by restlessness, lack of focus, and sleeplessness? Discover Dr. Romie Mushtaq's "The Busy Brain Cure" in this engaging interview. An award-winning neurologist, she reveals the surprising effects of chronic stress on our brains - and her revolutionary 8-week Brain Shift protocol to rewire for calm and clarity. Regain your mental edge through simple, research-backed micro-habits. You can find Dr. Romie at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll al...
Jul 11, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Explore the mystical world of psychedelic guides with Rachel Harris, Ph.D., author of Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground . In this fascinating discussion, Harris pulls back the veil on the intuitive, somatic ways women elders have been guiding others on sacred psychedelic journeys for decades. Discover the critical role of the shaman in holding the ceremonial container, the differences between Western guides and indigenously trained shamans, and wise advice for anyon...
Jul 08, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Does it feel impossible to concentrate these days? You're not alone. In this fascinating discussion, the author of Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention - and How to Think Deeply Again reveals the hidden forces conspiring to hijack our attention spans. From predatory tech platforms to childhood culture shifts, Johann Hari exposes the surprising modern factors undermining our focus. But it's not all bad news - he also shares empowering solutions for reclaiming our minds. You'll learn practica...
Jul 04, 2024•1 hr 8 min
When award-winning author Emma Gannon burned out writing a book redefining success, she took a radical year away from nearly all work. Hear her raw journey barely able to function, winding down her podcast, and stripping life's essentials. But one project remained: her Substack newsletter—a lifeline for creative rebirth. Emma shares the profound freedom of letting go, reclaiming her voice through solitude, and emerging with a "smaller but better" life of true integrity and ease. If you've ever f...
Jul 01, 2024•59 min
Trapped by thoughts and beliefs? Anger, grief keeping you stuck? Inspiring teachers Byron Katie and Lama Rod Owens overcame suffering through radical self-inquiry. Learn Katie's "The Work" method and Owens' "Radical Dharma" approach blending Buddhism and his Black, queer identity. Find clarity and freedom in every moment. Episode Transcript You can find Byron Katie at: Website | Instagram | Listen to Our Full-Length Convo with Byron Katie You can find Lama Rod Owens at: Website | Instagram | Lis...
Jun 27, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Exhausted, cynical, and ineffective? You could be experiencing burnout. In this candid conversation, Dr. Neha Sangwan provides a radical reframe, defining burnout as a profound mind-body disconnect from ignoring our core needs while chasing society's narrow "success." Drawing from her book Powered by Me: From Burned Out to Fully Charged at Work and in Life , Dr. Sangwan outlines a holistic "burnout triad" and life-changing 5-part framework to realign your energy across physical, mental, emotiona...
Jun 24, 2024•59 min
Author Marisa Renee Lee dives deep into her book Grief Is Love: Living with Loss , recounting personal losses that sparked an awakening - grief stems from love, a vital truth for healing. She dispels myths about "moving on" from grief, instead advocating to embrace it. Marisa shares how marginalized communities face disproportionate grief with little support, underscoring the need for change. You'll learn about self-compassion, vulnerability, and creating "certainty anchors" amidst uncertainty. ...
Jun 20, 2024•1 hr 2 min
What if the games we play reveal deeper truths about human nature and society? In this mind-expanding conversation, neuroscientist Kelly Clancy, author of Playing with Reality: How Games Have Shaped Our World explores the profound role of games and game theory in understanding ourselves and actively shaping reality itself. Get ready to rethink what constitutes "winning" and embrace an "infinite game" philosophy focused on mutual flourishing over ego-driven conquests. You can find Kelly at: Websi...
Jun 17, 2024•56 min
Stanford neuroscientist Sean Mackey, MD, PhD reveals pain is highly subjective, shaped by our beliefs and experiences - not just injury signals. He unpacks chronic pain's persistence, promising treatment strategies like brief behavioral therapies, and research toward personalizing care through biomarkers and digital platforms. An illuminating look at pain's complexities. You can find Sean at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we...
Jun 13, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Non-binary author Jeffrey Marsh shares their journey from childhood rejection to joyfully embracing identity. They explore finding life-changing language/community, the path out of self-hatred, and why pronouns matter for human dignity. Marsh dives into myths of control, self-acceptance beyond gender/sexuality, and actively cultivating happiness. Their hard-won wisdom offers an inspiring roadmap for living authentically from their groundbreaking book, How To Be You . An uplifting must-listen on ...
Jun 10, 2024•1 hr 3 min
What if you could rewire your brain to dismantle limiting beliefs and negativity? Neuroscientist Nicole Vignola reveals the power of neuroplasticity in this fascinating listen. Drawing from her book, Rewire: Break the Cycle, Alter Your Thoughts and Create Lasting Change (Your Neurotoolkit for Everyday Life) , Nicole provides a roadmap to upgrade your neural circuitry through visualization, meditation, and science-backed practices. You'll learn to overcome subconscious programming and negativity ...
Jun 06, 2024•58 min
Poet Maggie Smith candidly unpacks the lightning strike success of her viral 2016 poem "Good Bones" and how it strained her marriage, ultimately unraveling - an upheaval she unflinchingly explores in her vulnerable memoir You Could Make This Place Beautiful . Smith discusses metabolizing life's "unanswerable mysteries" through writing, going viral as an introvert, modeling authenticity for her kids, and our struggle to embrace life's "andness." With radiant honesty, she pursues the uncomplicated...
Jun 03, 2024•55 min
What if everything society told you about how to find happiness was misleading? My guest Stephanie Harrison, author of New Happy: Getting Happiness Right in a World That's Got It Wrong , challenges the cultural conditioning around chasing achievements, wealth, and status as the path to joy. She provides insights from positive psychology research and her own experience with depression to unravel the myths behind our collective pursuit of happiness. Stephanie offers a practical philosophy centered...
May 30, 2024•55 min
What's the difference between habits and rituals, and how can everyday routines shape our lives? Author Michael Norton reveals the hidden power of rituals in his new book, The Ritual Effect: From Habit to Ritual, Harness the Surprising Power of Everyday Actions . Discover how rituals create meaning, bind groups, help us grieve, and provoke a diversity of emotions. Learn to appreciate current rituals and add new ones to enhance your relationships, mental health, personal growth and more. Michael’...
May 27, 2024•59 min
Could regenerative medicine transform how we treat disease and even reverse aging? Dr. Adeel Khan shares groundbreaking insights on leveraging stem cells, gene editing, and tissue engineering to unlock healthcare's full potential. Learn how induced pluripotent stem cells are being used to regrow neurons in Parkinson's patients' brains. Hear about revolutionary gene therapies that could permanently alter genetics to cure chronic illnesses. Discover the incredible possibilities emerging at the int...
May 23, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Unlock the secrets to a mind-blowing sex life and deeper intimacy. This boundary-pushing episode brings together three trailblazing experts to shatter myths and reignite your desire. Vanessa Marin provides communication exercises and a "sex menu" to explore new realms of pleasure. Emily Nagoski, author of Come As You Are , shares neuroscience insights to rewire your brain for extraordinary orgasms. And Nicole Prause reveals cutting-edge research on using brain stimulation to boost libido or redu...
May 20, 2024•1 hr 30 min
Feeling stuck and can't break free? Neuropsychotherapist and author Britt Frank shares science-based insights on getting unstuck. Learn what underlies stuckness, how to reframe procrastination, collaborate with your inner parts, and move forward with self-compassion. Britt offers eye-opening new perspectives on relationships, play, possibility and more. Discover her powerful tools from The Getting Unstuck Workbook: Practical Tools for Overcoming Fear and Doubt - and Moving Forward with Your Life...
May 17, 2024•59 min
Do you ever feel like you're just going through the motions without fully appreciating life's gifts? My guest Cass Sunstein, co-author of Look Again: The Power of Noticing What Was Always There , explores how we unintentionally become desensitized to the amazing parts of our lives through "habituation." Learn how shaking up routines can reawaken childlike awe and help you see your relationships, work, and world with fresh eyes again. Cass shares fascinating research on habituation and practical ...
May 13, 2024•58 min
