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Rethink Aging: the Science, the Lies & the Possibilities | Karen Walrond Feb 17, 2025

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Are you tired of the cultural narratives that frame aging as an inevitable decline? In this illuminating conversation, Karen Walrond, author of Radiant Rebellion: Reclaim Aging, Practice Joy, and Raise a Little Hell, offers a radical reframing to help you embrace your later years as a time of profound growth, purpose and audacious joy.

Prepare to interrogate assumptions, stay playfully curious at any age, and join Walrond's radiant rebellion against the toxic mindsets holding you back from living each season of life to the fullest.

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

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What 100 Silent Retreats Revealed That Changed His Life | Pico Iyer Feb 14, 2025

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Step away from the noise and unlock profound clarity by learning from silence.

In this insightful conversation, bestselling author Pico Iyer shares life-changing wisdom from his new book Aflame: Learning from Silence on how solitude can help you rediscover your deepest self, rekindle your passions, and foster more authentic connections with others.

You can find Pico at: Website | Episode Transcript

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Genetics Doctor: The Truth About Genetic Testing. Should You Get It? | Dr. Farrah Rajabi With Guest Host Samira Rajabi, Phd Feb 10, 2025

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Experience something truly special - an enlightening genetic journey guided by guest host Samira Rajabi, PhD and her sister Dr. Farrah Rajabi, a leading pediatric geneticist. With warmth and wisdom, Farrah demystifies genetic testing, providing a compassionate roadmap to preventative care, emotional wellbeing, and embracing new possibilities.

This insightful sibling duo's energetic repartee will leave you feeling empowered to optimize your holistic wellbeing by unlocking the profound power of your genetic blueprint.

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

You can find Farrah at: LinkedIn

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Leading Neuroscientist: Turn Anxiety and Anger Into Peace and Power | Ethan Kross Feb 06, 2025

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Ever feel like your emotions are running the show? Learn breakthrough tools from Ethan Kross, PhD, leading expert on emotion regulation and author of Shift: Managing Your Emotions - So They Don't Manage You.

Discover potent "sensory shifters," attention deployment tactics, and a step-by-step process to master your emotional world once and for all.

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

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Psychology Researcher: Why Always Being Good Can Be Incredibly Bad for You | Dr. Sunita Sah Feb 03, 2025

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Are you living a life true to your deepest values or just going along with what others expect? Sunita Sah, author of Defy: The Power of No in a World That Demands Yes, reveals how our cultural conditioning to comply holds us back from authenticity.

Learn the stages of healthy defiance to courageously honor your agency while navigating power dynamics. Reframe defiance as a positive force aligned with your most profound principles.

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

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How to Make Every Moment Count (Without Changing Your Whole Life!) | New Beginnings Pt 5 Jan 30, 2025

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As part of our New Beginnings series, unlock the secrets to savoring the beauty in every ordinary moment.

In this insightful culminating episode, Jonathan shares a powerful roadmap for crafting days overflowing with presence, purpose and joy. Discover transformative yet simple practices like mindful check-ins, designing your day with intention, finding delight in creativity, and starting/ending with gratitude. Learn how establishing these intentional daily rhythms can help you experience the extraordinary in the seemingly mundane - making 2025 your most present, meaningful year yet.

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The Truth About Power, Money & Freedom | Spotlight Convo Jan 27, 2025

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Unlock your power to create the life you want on this insightful episode. Vivian Tu shares bold strategies for building real wealth, while Kemi Nekvapil redefines power as an empowering dance of presence, ownership, wisdom, equality and responsibility. Hear their thought-provoking perspectives on money, equality, agency and living a truly good life.

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5 Habits That Change Everything | New Beginnings Pt 4 Jan 23, 2025

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As part of our New Beginnings series, unlock the power of 5 transformative yet simple habits to redesign your life in 2025.

In this insightful episode, Jonathan shares potent daily practices like morning hugs, breathing exercises, mindful movement, nature immersion, and present-moment meditation. Discover how establishing these keystone habits can profoundly impact your psychology, physiology, and overall well-being without willpower - making personal growth and life changes virtually effortless this year.

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He Quit Screens for 7 Weeks, You Won't Believe What Happened | Carlos Whittaker Jan 20, 2025

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Are you feeling overwhelmed by constant screen time and digital inputs? In this fascinating episode, author Carlos Whittaker shares his transformative experiment from the book Reconnected: How 7 Screen-Free Weeks with Monks and Amish Farmers Helped Me Recover the Lost Art of Being Human.

Discover how stepping away from devices allowed him to rediscover forgotten human abilities like savoring moments, exercising intuition, and prioritizing real community over virtual connection. If you're craving more presence and authentic living, this is a must-listen.

You can find Carlos at: Website | Instagram | Chapter 1 of Reconnected | Episode Transcript

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10 Steps to Unshakable Confidence | New Beginnings Pt 3 Jan 16, 2025

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In this third episode of the "New Beginnings" series, we dive deep into strategies for building confidence to take bold action and say yes to opportunities in life - both big and small.

What confidence really means and how it differs from self-esteem
Why confidence looks different across different areas of your life
10 proven strategies to build confidence in all areas of your life
A powerful reframe around confidence and bravery from Brené Brown

This power-packed episode provides a roadmap for building unshakeable confidence so you can show up boldly as your authentic self - even when you're feeling unsure or afraid.

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