On Purpose with Jay Shetty

Today, I will be sharing about setting boundaries in our relationships. When we aren’t used to setting them, we may find it difficult to start setting one. Having one makes us value our self worth so much more and will help encourage others to treat us with respect.

I start by talking about the consequences of breaking our boundaries, especially with the boundaries we had for our old self, how we should start becoming aware of them and build up new ones, and then start sharing these boundaries to our partner to let them understand where we stand. We also have the five types of boundaries we should start practicing.  

Key Takeaways:

• 00:00:00 Intro
• 00:01:12 Setting boundaries in relationships
• 00:06:42 What happens when we break our own boundaries
• 00:07:14 Become aware of all your boundaries
• 00:09:15 Set your past behind 
• 00:10:07 Express your boundaries to your partner
• 00:16:40 Type #1: Friendship boundary
• 00:18:05 Type #2: Ideas boundary
• 00:19:29 Type #3: Financial boundary
• 00:21:18 Type #4: Alone time boundary
• 00:23:00 Type #5: Purpose boundary

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You can order my new book 8 RULES OF LOVE at 8rulesoflove.com or at a retail store near you. You can also get the chance to see me live on my first ever world tour. This is a 90 minute interactive show where I will take you on a journey of finding, keeping and even letting go of love. Head to jayshettytour.com and find out if I'll be in a city near you. Thank you so much for all your support - I hope to see you soon.

Today, I talk to the one and only John Legend. John has garnered 12 Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, a Tony Award, and an Emmy award making him the first black man to earn an EGOT. During the course of John's career, he has released seven celebrated albums. His eighth studio album, Legend, which was released on September 9th, is out right now. John recently began the second leg of his critically acclaimed Las Vegas residency entitled Love in Las Vegas, which runs through October. And his MasterClass on songwriting has just been released.   

John openly shares his amazing journey as a songwriter, singer, and family man. We start the conversation with his childhood - from growing up in a Christina home, being homeschooled to transitioning into a public school and the challenges that come with it. Next, we dive deep into how community support plays a huge role in molding children outside of the home, the value of knowing what you want in life and finding the means to attain it and sticking to it, and the relentless pursuit of a career and build a family where love, care, and a safe space is prioritized.  

The hurdles may have been tough and the path may be unclear at some point, but John’s story is telling us to believe in what we can do and remain passionate about the things we love to do.   

What We Discuss:

• 00:00:00 Intro
• 00:03:07 Homeschooled
• 00:07:23 Transitioning into a public school
• 00:11:13 The strength of community support
• 00:14:21 Healing, recovery, and forgiveness
• 00:17:47 Creating stability at home
• 00:21:36 Focus on what’s important to you
• 00:29:06 Surrounding yourself with people you’re comfortable with
• 00:31:13 The truth about ego
• 00:35:19 Your partner gives the most honest feedback
• 00:39:20 Becoming a better partner
• 00:43:56 We never completely forget our trauma
• 00:47:52 Pursuing a career and building a family
• 00:51:29 Advocacy for better living opportunities for the society
• 00:54:35 What keeps you going?
• 00:56:27 Who do you want to collaborate with?
• 00:57:51 Inspiration don’t come everyday
• 01:01:08 John on Fast Five
• 01:04:47 John’s The Many Sides of Us

Episode Resources

• John Legend | Instagram
• John Legend | Twitter
• John Legend | Facebook
• John Legend | YouTube
• John Legend | Website

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Today, I’m going to talk about three aspects of love that affect our brain and the way we think. If we can understand how our brain processes these emotions, then we can become better at handling our emotions as well as our relationships. I start by explaining what these three aspects are, the chemical reaction that happens in our body when we feel them, and the ways we can improve how we handle these feelings. Come join me and discover what aspect you can gradually improve. 

Key Takeaways:

• 00:00:00 Intro
• 00:03:39 Love and relationships affect the brain
• 00:05:34 Three ways feelings of love show up in the brain
• 00:05:58 Attraction
• 00:06:12 Lust
• 00:17:44 Attachment

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You can order my new book 8 RULES OF LOVE at 8rulesoflove.com or at a retail store near you. You can also get the chance to see me live on my first ever world tour. This is a 90 minute interactive show where I will take you on a journey of finding, keeping and even letting go of love. Head to jayshettytour.com and find out if I'll be in a city near you. Thank you so much for all your support - I hope to see you soon.

Today, I talk to Vishen Lakhiani. Vishen is an author and entrepreneur in the ed-tech space. He is the founder of Mindvalley, an education technology company building a new model for human education that aims to give everyone the same quality of life. Mindvalley creates tech and platforms that power online academies in areas that traditional education ignores. These include mindfulness, personal growth, wellness, spirituality and more. His quest is to help move humanity to a more holistic, integrated education system that caters for the whole being.   

Vishen, joining us again for another soulful conversation, strongly believes that compassion is what gives us real and genuine happiness. As he explains why compassion is the foundation to achieving all things positive in our life, how self compassion reinforces self love which leads to self care, and the disciplines we must practice so we can attain genuine happiness. We also dive into the definition of sadness, changing our perspective to turn sadness into love and compassion, and the importance of having a vision of the future, of having a clear idea of the path you want to make and take.

No matter how far and long our life goals may be, self compassion and being compassionate towards others will eventually lead to having a peaceful, content, and well-meaning life.  

What We Discuss:

• 00:00:00 Intro
• 00:03:31 What was your first meditation experience?
• 00:06:53 How do you use meditation in your life?
• 00:13:18 Compassion is something you do for yourself
• 00:18:48 When did we lose compassion?
• 00:22:03 Compassion as a technique and a quality of being
• 00:24:08 What is happiness?
• 00:28:40 Channeling sadness into love and compassion
• 00:29:53 How do you stop sadness from turning into guilt?
• 00:33:45 How to avoid having narcissistic tendencies
• 00:35:34 Have a vision for the future
• 00:42:21 Don’t get held back by old things
• 00:47:46 What defines a good meditation?
• 00:50:02 Testing the parameters of your destiny

Episode Resources

• Vishen Lakhiani | Website
• Vishen Lakhiani | Facebook
• Vishen Lakhiani | Twitter
• Vishen Lakhiani | Instagram
• Vishen Lakhiani | YouTube
• Vishen Lakhiani | LinkedIn
• Vishen Lakhiani | Books
• The Mindvalley Podcast

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Today, I’m going to share with you my first ever public interview with my friend Tom Bilyeu of the Impact Theory podcast. It is one of my favorite conversations because we talk about the power self awareness has in influencing your relationships with others especially with the people close to you and at work. 

I also talk about breaking free from the norm, from what society expects from us, and from the limits we have set for ourselves. Once we become self aware, we can then start asking questions that need honest answers and we can often get these answers from people we look up to and from our experiences. And as the level of self awareness increases, we make better decisions and eventually, enjoy positive results.

If you want to pre-order the book, 8 Rules of Love, go to https://8rulesoflove.com/

Key Takeaways:

• 00:00:00 Intro
• 00:04:54 How did you find your fourth option?
• 00:13:07 We live in echo chambers
• 00:16:50 What is power?
• 00:20:14 What’s the best part of being a monk?
• 00:23:45 What is an ideal life?
• 00:26:51 Start your day with gratitude
• 00:32:49 Self awareness
• 00:40:47 Questions to ask yourself
• 00:44:46 Three questions you are often asked
• 00:49:31 The three E’s of life
• 00:51:52 Making wisdom go viral

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You can order my new book 8 RULES OF LOVE at 8rulesoflove.com or at a retail store near you. You can also get the chance to see me live on my first ever world tour. This is a 90 minute interactive show where I will take you on a journey of finding, keeping and even letting go of love. Head to jayshettytour.com and find out if I'll be in a city near you. Thank you so much for all your support - I hope to see you soon.

Today, I talk to Alex Cooper. Alex is the creator, host, and executive producer of the hugely successful podcast and brand Call Her Daddy, which amasses millions of listeners per episode and frequently tops Podcast charts. In 2018, Alex began to blaze a path through the podcasting medium that had never before existed: a space where women were encouraged, empowered, and emboldened to share their unapologetic stories and truths. Now one of the most listened to female podcasters in the world, Alex continues to break all boundaries by shattering stigmas and stomping on misogyny, all while keeping mental health and personal empowerment at the forefront. Her thought-provoking conversations are meticulously designed to explore wide-ranging topics such as life experiences, culture, health, relationships, and more, all through her lens of comedy and extreme candor. To the millions of devoted gen-z and millennial listeners (“The Daddy Gang”) the Call Her Daddy brand represents a new set of values and standards, with many quotes and phrases permeating pop-culture vernacular. In addition, the Boston-bred entrepreneur has a successful merchandise line, as well as several exciting business endeavors in the pipeline.   

Alex bravely shares how she suffered through constant bullying in her younger years and the trauma she still carries because of it, the pain of feeling uncomfortable with your body, and how creating content has helped her find calmness, peace, and purpose. We talk about how gender equality remains a delicate subject, how women can help other women through various programs and campaigns, and how self respect is one of the things we owe to ourselves.  We also discuss how social media can heavily influence our thoughts and actions, how to set boundaries with it and for yourself, and why finding the right partner plays a big role in our success.

Throughout the conversation, we learn that despite the many challenges we’ve faced and will face in the future, there’s no other way but to keep moving forward. Having the will to do so will help mold us to become a better version of ourselves.  

What We Discuss:

• 00:00:00 Intro
• 00:04:56 What was your favorite thing about Italy?
• 00:06:33 “I turned to making content as an escape.”
• 00:18:01 We all go through similar experiences
• 00:20:07 “I’m the same person…”
• 00:25:54 The trauma of being bullied
• 00:32:04 We are not equal to men?
• 00:38:18 You can be mindful and determined
• 00:43:32 What is your relationship with respect?
• 00:55:20 Taking the show to a different level
• 01:00:23 It’s okay if you don’t know things
• 01:05:46 Dealing with hate comments
• 01:12:34 When people assume you’re a bad friend
• 01:23:54 Respecting the privacy of your partner
• 01:30:55 What are you looking for in a partner?
• 01:36:45 The Many Sides Of You
• 01:42:25 Alex on Fast Five

Episode Resources

• Alex Cooper | Instagram
• Alex Cooper | Twitter
• Call Her Daddy

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Today, I am bringing something new to the table. With my good friend, Lewis Howes of The School of Greatness podcast, we’ve decided to join our heads together to talk about conversations that are uncomfortable, pressing on taboo topics, a bit thought provoking, and sometimes awkward to discuss openly. This is a space where we try to answer questions many of us may have thought of but didn’t have the opportunity to freely seek for answers.

So, welcome to the first episode of the Awkward Therapy Conversations. Lewis and I address the doubts surrounding our spirituality and becoming successful. Can we aspire to be wealthy and be spiritual at the same time? Do we have to give up success and wealth to deepen our spiritual intention? Let’s try to evaluate our relationship with money, how to stay humble throughout this journey, why success built on purpose is more fulfilling than just accumulating wealth. 

Key Takeaways:

• 00:00:00 Intro
• 00:04:21 Can you aspire to be wealthy and be spiritual at the same time?
• 00:06:15 Should we admire people who are wealthy?
• 00:10:20 Influential people with deep spiritual intention
• 00:20:19 How have you stayed humble in success?
• 00:31:55 Purpose is the only thing that keeps giving to you
• 00:39:00 Stories of success
• 00:43:46 What is your daily spiritual practice?
• 00:47:28 The biggest thing we struggle with
• 00:53:41 Money comes to you when you’re ready for it 
• 00:58:05 Let’s evaluate our relationship with money

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You can order my new book 8 RULES OF LOVE at 8rulesoflove.com or at a retail store near you. You can also get the chance to see me live on my first ever world tour. This is a 90 minute interactive show where I will take you on a journey of finding, keeping and even letting go of love. Head to jayshettytour.com and find out if I'll be in a city near you. Thank you so much for all your support - I hope to see you soon.

Today, I sit down with our third time guest, the one and only Dr. Daniel Amen. Dr. Amen is a physician, double board-certified psychiatrist, twelve-time NY Times bestselling author, and founder and CEO of Amen Clinics, with 10 US locations. Dr. Amen is the author of many books including the mega-bestseller Change Your Brain, Change Your Life, as well as The End of Mental Illness, Memory Rescue, Healing ADD and Your Brain Is Always Listening. In March 2022, Tyndale will publish his new book, You, Happier: The 7 Neuroscience Secrets of Feeling Good Based on Your Brain Type.

Dr. Amen emphasizes the importance of our brain health. He explains how taking care of our brain and mental health is a constant daily practice, comparing the things we do to boost our brain health to eating foods that will love our body back, foods that we love to eat and are beneficial to our health. We share our thoughts on why our generation is the unhappiest and uncontented, what we can do to boost our happiness hormones, and how happiness is always tied to our health. 

Get more science-based tips from Dr. Amen to achieve a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life despite the challenges and difficulties we may be going through today. 

What We Discuss:

• 00:00:00 Intro
• 00:04:53 A healthy mind starts with a healthy brain
• 00:08:12 Activities that damage our brains
• 00:11:55 Brain and mental health is a daily practice
• 00:17:31 Accurate thinking versus positive thinking
• 00:24:02 Love food that loves you back
• 00:28:20 Focus on the micro moments of happiness
• 00:32:04 Why are we the unhappiest generation?
• 00:34:42 Did you experience childhood trauma?
• 00:45:45 Targeted nutrients to boost happiness
• 00:49:50 What’s your brain type?
• 00:54:19 Seek happiness in the context of health
• 00:56:10 Dr. Amen on Final Five

Episode Resources

• Dr. Daniel Amen | TikTok
• Dr. Daniel Amen | Instagram
• Dr. Daniel Amen | Twitter
• Dr. Daniel Amen | LinkedIn
• Dr. Daniel Amen | Facebook
• Dr. Daniel Amen | Books
• Dr. Daniel Amen | Website
• Amen University
• Take The ACE Quiz

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Today, I’m going to talk about the difference between overthinking and thinking effectively, what leads us to overthink things instead of thinking through them to get clear answers, and why we tend to overthink and lose focus.

I share three ways we can differentiate the two and the characteristics we should look out for so we don’t end up wasting our time overthinking. Additionally, I list down four ways we can pivot from being an overthinker to becoming an action-doer, a rational thinker who wouldn’t shy away from making mistakes and failing, and has the initiative to take risks and seize opportunities. 

If you want to pre-order the book, 8 Rules of Love, go to https://8rulesoflove.com/

Key Takeaways:

• 00:00 Intro
• 02:03 The difference between thinking and overthinking
• 07:32 Difference #1: Time
• 12:04 Difference #2: Action
• 14:53 Difference #3: Structure
• 16:34 You’ll never feel ready
• 18:48 Expect failures and mistakes
• 20:01 Break down what you want to achieve to the smallest things
• 22:33 Surround yourself with people who take action

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You can order my new book 8 RULES OF LOVE at 8rulesoflove.com or at a retail store near you. You can also get the chance to see me live on my first ever world tour. This is a 90 minute interactive show where I will take you on a journey of finding, keeping and even letting go of love. Head to jayshettytour.com and find out if I'll be in a city near you. Thank you so much for all your support - I hope to see you soon.

Today I sit down with the very amazing Noah Cyrus. Noah is a Grammy award-nominee, multi platinum, Nashville-born and Los Angeles-based singer and songwriter. Emerging in 2016 at the age of 16, she immediately captivated audiences with platinum singles "Make Me (Cry)" and Again. Noah teamed up with PJ Harding for the People Don't Change EP in 2021. Along the way, she performed at Coachella twice, while Billboard named her among its "21 Under 21" for three straight years. She also shined on The Late Late Show with James Corden, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Ellen, and The Today Show. Now, she introduces the next chapter with the "I Burned LA Down".

Noah shares to us a vulnerable side of her and how music has helped her heal from her past. Growing up she mentioned that self-love and self-acceptance was something that she never really practiced and is still a difficult thing to do at the present but she is a work in progress and even though life is full of ups and downs, she is moving forward. We also exchanged our thoughts on why change is inevitable for people and how we can be comfortable with it. Noah herself experienced a life changing experience and I am so honored to hear her story. 

Checkout her latest album here: https://noahcyrus.lnk.to/thp

What We Discuss:

• 00:00:00 Intro
• 00:03:53 “I just wish the days are longer”
• 00:07:02 Healing our inner child
• 00:10:23 Self-acceptance and self-love
• 00:13:57 Healing through music
• 00:19:03 Falling out of love
• 00:23:27 Do people change?
• 00:28:23 Life changing experience
• 00:34:11 Worshiping other people
• 00:38:53 “I can” mentality
• 00:42:40 Noah on Many Sides To Us

Episode Resources

• Noah Cyrus | Instagram
• Noah Cyrus | Twitter
• Noah Cyrus | Facebook

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