Taking risks is terrifying. Most of us actively avoid taking risks believing that doing nothing is a safer course of action. Well, it turns out that taking risks is the least risky thing you can do to live a fulfilling life. Things might not always turn out the way you hoped, but if you live aligned with your “why,” research suggest that you will benefit emotionally. Live your life to the fullest, follow your heart and always ask yourself “what would I regret the most?”

Alan Ying dropped out of the cardiothoracic surgery residency program at Duke University to start a software company when he was twenty-eight years old. Since selling that business, he’s enjoyed leading, investing in, and serving on the boards of start-ups to public companies. Alan grew up in Ohio and now lives in Texas. He researches risk and is co-author of The Risk Paradox: Life Lessons from 102 Amazing Risk Takers.

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Everything is energy. As such, you can transform your fear and pain into power and love. All it takes is openness and commitment. Through shadow work, inner child healing, journaling, self-awareness, and leaning into feeling Ellie Lee’s life has radically transformed. It’s never too late to find yourself and return to love. Feel into your pain, and release your traumas. Healing yourself is healing the world.

Ellie Lee is an on-camera personality (on E!, MTV, Vh1, iHeartRadio), actress, and mystical life coach at Masters of Self University. Her spiritual awakening 3 years ago changed the course of her life and now her purpose is to help humanity come back to love and oneness.

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Why do we keep things we don’t want or use? Clutter takes up space we could be using to live intentionally. If something isn’t bringing joy but still feels impossible to get rid of, Tracy McCubbin is here to help. If you can find the emotional root of your clutter, you can let go of what weighs you down and open yourself to new experiences, meaningful connections, and stress-free living. Free yourself of clutter and make space for happiness.

Tracy McCubbin is a decluttering expert and author of Making Space, Clutter Free: The Last Book On Decluttering You'll Ever Need and her latest book, Make Space for Happiness: How to Stop Attracting Clutter and Start Magnetizing the Life You Want. She has always referred to herself as "Obsessive Compulsive Delightful," but who knew she could turn that trait into a booming business? As the CEO of dClutterfly, Tracy has helped thousands of clients clear the clutter in their lives to create space for positive life changes.

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The video version of this interview is available on YouTube: Episode 205

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Consciously or subconsciously, many of us live life for others, functioning in a state of anxiety, self-deprecation, and co-comparison. But life is too short to miss out on the freedom and joy of being your unique self. Chelsea Kauai shows us the beauty in intentional living, from aligning with your joy to trusting yourself, nurturing patience, and always making space for fun. She’s passionate about movement and mindfulness and sharing these gifts with the world. It is never too late to fall in love with yourself. Discover yourself & connect with what lights you up.

Chelsea Kauai is an adventure enthusiast, filmmaker, advocate for intentional living, and journalist who pivoted into a full-time creator. She has worked with clients such as Canon & The National Parks Foundation and had three eco-innovative product launches. She’s been featured in Forbes, Travel & Leisure, Women's Health, Huffington Post & more.

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We live in a world where judgment is a default setting. But if we were to collectively shift into curiosity instead, the world would be a better place! Everyone is unique, so why not open our hearts, celebrate those differences, and connect authentically with ourselves and others? Sky Cowans humbly leads the way to become “weirder and weirder” every day and invites us to do the same.

Sky Cowans is a video creator who explores the world of wellness, spirituality, and alternative lifestyle on her YouTube channel Sky Life through documentary-style videos. With more than 600,000 followers combined across her platforms, Sky's mission is to inspire the shift from judgment to curiosity.

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What if I told you you don’t always have to feel overwhelmed? When it comes to managing stress, learning new habits, navigating change, and overcoming procrastination, there are some things within our control. Maya Lee teaches us the beauty in doing things today for our future self’s peace of mind, while still enjoying the present moment. Becoming the person you want to be does not happen overnight, but you are capable of anything you set your mind to. Why not give it a try?

Maya Lee is an LA-based YouTuber who loves sharing her quirky and positive attitude throughout her lifestyle videos. She loves sharing her 5 am morning routines, encouraging viewers to move their bodies, while also offering life advice. As an only child, she always wished she had an older sister to go through life's challenges with, and she hopes to be that person for her viewers. She was an elementary school teacher for 6 years before deciding to let it go this Summer.

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The brain is our control center, storing everything from our beliefs to our trauma. But did you know the brain is also a transmitter? Science tells us that we hold the power to heal our brains and change our reality through meditating and manifesting. Jonna Rose cleared her brain scan and now helps others do the same.

Jonna Rose is a certified brain health professional, licensed neuro nuclear medicine & psychiatric nurse. She has worked in mental health for 8 years now and spends her days studying the brain. Jonna is passionate about connecting science with psychology and even spirituality. Outside of her clinics, she works to empower over 200K followers on TikTok with knowledge and resources to expand the mind and change your brain.

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The video version of this interview is available on YouTube: Episode 201

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Trauma lives in the body. As such, a body-based healing modality like Art therapy is an incredible resource to heal deeper traumas. Art helps us reconnect with our intuition and subconscious. Amelia Hutchison empowers us to trust ourselves and find ways to nurture our life force of creativity. We are all artists. Whether it’s Excel spreadsheets, embroidery, or even parenting, creativity is different for everyone! Find ways to water those parts of your life, and allow yourself the freedom to create.

Amelia Hutchison is an art therapist and psychotherapist from British Columbia, Canada. She runs an online private practice supporting adults in their mental health through creativity. Amelia also runs weekly open studios on Zoom as well as group and individual art therapy. She is passionate about accessible mental health care.

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Art inspires and touches our souls. It has the power to bring us together and create incredible emotional experiences. Natalie uses her gift of creativity to paint the colorful world of her friends and family, one that brings peace and celebrates our differences. She believes in creating from the heart and not leaving anyone behind.

Natalie Byrne is a Latina illustrator & author based in London whose main purpose is to educate on mental health, relationships, and social issues through her colorful art style. She has a book called Periods. which educates people of all ages and genders about everything they need to know about female menstruation and has also worked with brands such as Adobe, Logitech, Vans, and Nike. When Natalie is not illustrating, she runs the Going Places Podcast where she invites friends and guests to talk about their creativity, process, and journey.

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Female sexuality is widely misunderstood, under-researched, and, for many women, a source of great frustration and shame. Anna Lee works tirelessly to create the change we so desperately need. From busting misogynistic myths to helping women in their 70s experience their first orgasm, Anna uses tech engineering to close the orgasm gap. Through data, she bypasses shame and empowers women in their sexuality. After all, “knowledge is pleasure.”

Anna Lee is the co-founder and engineer of Lioness, the world’s first and only smart vibrator that improves understanding of sexual pleasure and orgasms through biofeedback data and science. She's been recently named Forbes 30 Under 30 alum as well as Paper Magazine’s Asian Women Creators You Need to Know and Buzzfeed’s 14 Sex Tech Founders Who Are Changing The Way The World Thinks About Sex. She is a big advocate of Lioness’ mission to expand understanding and research in sexual health, and destigmatize female sexuality.

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