On Purpose with Jay Shetty

Jay answers four listener calls about what to do when the path forward feels uncertain. From career rejection and financial risks to knowing when openness becomes self-abandonment and how to keep going after repeated disappointment, Jay explores how to navigate the moments when what you want isn’t working out the way you hoped. Drawing on Seneca, Pema Chödrön, and Taoist philosophy, he shares how shifting from an outcome mindset to a growth mindset can help you see rejection differently, keep your momentum, and stay open to the right opportunity.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

Mazda crafts cars for people who do more than simply move. Visit Mazdausa.com to learn more. Consumer reports does not endorse products or services.

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:30 Navigating Career Rejections

01:31 The Smarter Way To Get Your Foot In The Door

06:32 Jay’s Personal Story With Rejection

08:56 Is The Dream Worth The Financial Risk?

10:24 Before You Take The Leap, Ask Yourself This

14:22 When Does Empathy Become Self-Abandonment?

15:40 Setting Boundaries Without Closing Your Heart

20:44 How To Stop Letting Rejection Kill Your Excitement

21:26 Shift From An Outcome Mindset To A Growth Mindset
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay sits down with Eileen Gu, the most decorated freestyle skier in Olympic history, to go behind the resume and into the mindset that built it all. Eileen opens up about the grandmother and mother who shaped her, why direction matters more than raw effort, her “evidence over affirmation” approach to fearless competition, and the devastating personal loss she carried in the very same hour as her Olympic gold medal win.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

PURPOSE10 for 10% at altrarunning.com⁠/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial.

Mazda crafts cars for people who do more than simply move. Visit Mazdausa.com to learn more. Consumer reports does not endorse products or services.

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast

What We Discuss:

00:00 Introduction

01:25 Who Are You Beyond Your Achievements?

03:12 The Childhood Curiosity That Shaped Everything

05:52 What Her Childhood Journals Reveal Now

09:20 Rethinking Masculinity, Femininity & Fashion

11:30 The Weekend Trips That Built an Olympian

14:37 The Two Women Who Shaped Who She Became

17:38 Even Olympians Can Feel “Behind” In Their 20s

19:37 Hard Work Vs. Direction And Momentum

22:38 Finding Direction Amid Unlimited Opportunities

26:29 Learning As A Superpower

31:22 Train Like You’ve Never Won

36:06 Seperating Your Identity From Your Craft

41:34 Evidence Over Affirmation

43:34 The Physics And 4D Visualization of Freeskiing

49:42 Inside the Milan Olympics

55:13 Highest Highs And Lowest Lows

01:00:02 Eileen Gu On Final Five
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay explores why our relationship with money is about so much more than what’s in our bank account. He breaks down five lessons, from how childhood shapes the way we spend and save, to what we’re really buying when we make a purchase, what money can and can’t solve, why simple systems work better than willpower, and how to make money work for you instead of letting it run your life.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

PURPOSE10 for 10% at altrarunning.com⁠/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial.

Head to https://wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less.

This episode is for general educational and informational purposes only and is not financial, investment, tax, or legal advice. Consider your individual circumstances and consult an appropriate professional before making financial decisions.

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:30 Are You Financially Literate?

04:51 Your First Money Lessons Start in Childhood

10:08 What You’re Actually Buying When You Make a Purchase

15:26 Money Can’t Buy Happiness, But It Can Buy Options

17:17 How Much Is Actually Enough?

21:21 Systems Over Willpower

26:50 Money Is Not The Goal
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay answers four listener calls about the messy, unresolved side of forgiveness, from custody guilt and bias in parenting, to forgiving yourself after the sudden loss of a parent, uncovering a spouse’s hidden life after they’re gone, and the heartbreak of a friendship betrayal. Jay shares research-backed tools to release guilt, rebuild trust, and move forward for your own peace, without excusing what happened.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

PURPOSE10 for 10% at altrarunning.com⁠/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial.

Head to https://wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less.

Access resources from the hotline for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders here: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast

What We Discuss:

00:00 Introduction

00:24 What Forgiveness Is Really For

00:49 The Guilt Mothers Are Expected To Carry

01:54 Are Mothers And Fathers Held to Different Standards?

07:45 The Guilt That Comes After Losing a Parent

08:40 Forgiving Yourself For What You Couldn’t Control

15:52 When Grief Comes With Betrayal

17:54 The Trap Of “I Should Have Known”

22:05 The 4 Levels Of Trust

25:17 The Pain Of A Friendship Betrayal

26:20 When Healing Doesn’t Feel Like Healing
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay sits down with Harvard Business School professor Alison Wood Brooks, author of Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves, to explore what makes great conversations actually work and where most of us get it wrong. Together, they unpack how to choose better topics, embrace the messiness of real dialogue, master the three stages of listening, and give compliments that genuinely connect. Alison also reveals why admitting uncertainty builds more trust than having all the answers, and shares practical conversation games you can start using right away.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

Learn to own the conversations that matter most in Alison Wood Brooks' new class on MasterClass: The Conversation Advantage With Alison Wood Brooks | MasterClass

PURPOSE10 for 10% at altrarunning.com/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial.

Head to https://wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less.

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast

What We Discuss:

00:00 Introduction

01:51 Shifting Focus from Yourself In Conversation

05:31 Lowering Your Anxiety with Topic Prep

08:30 Is It Better to Be Interesting or Interested?

09:45 The Butterfly Net Metaphor

13:00 Low-Stakes Practice To Build High-Stakes Confidence

14:00 Debunking Traditional Rules of Persuasion

15:55 Building Conversational Safety Through Validation

17:06 Agenda-Free Relationships vs. Manipulative Networking

20:36 The Power of Follow-Up Questions

24:00 Embracing the Natural Messiness of Dialogue

26:11 Unrealistic Standards Set by Media and Podcasts

27:06 Alison's Top Three Small Talk Techniques

29:22 Balancing Leading vs. Following in Conversation

32:40 Does Your Mind Wander During Conversation?

33:40 The Power of Callbacks

34:00 The Attention Crisis and Screen Disruption

37:09 Strategies for Staying Present

39:00 Reciprocity and the Good-to-Great Question Shift

41:14 Intimate Openers and Stealth Topic-Switching

46:12 How to Respond to One Word Answers

47:35 Game 1: Spontaneous Depth and Sincerity

51:57 Game 2: Breaking Through Reserve

55:56 Talk Time Game: Battle of the Nice Guys

01:01:03 The Compliment Landmines to Avoid

01:04:00 This Is Damaging Your Potential Connections

01:09:48 The Best Way to Receive a Compliment

01:12:30 Talk Time Game: Admitting Uncertainty

01:21:30 Feel More Confident During Conversations

01:22:05 Dating Conversations and the First-Date Pause

01:26:20 Reviving a Dying Date Conversation

01:29:54 Deconstructing the "36 Questions to Fall in Love"

01:31:40 Defusing Heated Disagreements

01:32:22 Preparing for Difficult Conversations

01:34:00 When Distance Is Better Than Talking

01:37:45 Alison Wood Brooks on Final Five
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay breaks down the difference between healthy self-reflection and the kind of rumination that keeps you stuck in your own head. He shares four practical shifts to help you break the cycle, from redirecting your attention and resisting isolation to finding purpose through serving others and stepping into what Maslow called self-transcendence. Jay also shares a simple seven-day challenge to help you put it all into practice.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

PURPOSE10 for 10% at altrarunning.com⁠/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial.

Your future is waiting, and Walden is here to help you achieve it. https://WaldenU.edu

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:22 The Rumination Trap

04:00 Four Shifts to Break The Cycle

05:48 #1: The Power Of Attention

10:40 #2: Overcoming The Instinct To Isolate

16:20 #3: Finding Meaning By Being Useful

21:35 #4: Self-Transcendence

25:00 The Seven-Day Challenge

26:48 Healing and Growth as a Gift to Others

28:40 Expanding Your World
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the very first episode of Ask Jay, a new series where listeners send in voice notes with their biggest questions, Jay explores what it really means to let go when your heart is still holding on. Through four deeply personal stories, he unpacks the difference between love and trauma bonds, the pull of breadcrumbing and relationship amnesia, the anxious-avoidant cycle, and what it takes to rebuild trust after betrayal. Along the way, Jay shares practical tools to help you choose yourself, rebuild self-trust, accept silence as an answer, and recognize when healing needs to come before making a decision about a relationship.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

PURPOSE10 for 10% at altrarunning.com⁠/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial.

Your future is waiting, and Walden is here to help you achieve it. https://WaldenU.edu

Access resources from the Domestic Violence support hotline here: https://www.thehotline.org/

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast

What We Discuss:

00:00 Introduction

01:23 Are You Holding On To A One-Sided Relationship?

03:40 The Law of Reciprocation

06:23 Breadcrumbing And Listening to Your Body

07:34 Trauma Bonds And Relationship Amnesia

09:16 Letting Go Of The “Good Girl” Persona

11:04 Is It Love or A Trauma Bond?

16:07 Why Toxic Relationships Feel So Hard to Leave

16:41 Rebuilding Self-Trust After Abuse

19:11 The Love As Action Test

20:12 Why Avoidant Partners Leave

21:52 What An Avoidant Partner May Be Thinking

23:32 Stop Trying To Read Their Mind

25:38 Redirecting Hope Back Toward Yourself

29:21 Can Trust Be Rebuilt After Betrayal?

31:00 What Was the Purpose Of The Break?

32:58 Should You Give Second Chances?

33:39 Healing Before Making A Relationship Decision

34:36 Building A “Second Marriage” With The Same Person
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Musician and artist Paris Jackson joins Jay for an extraordinarily raw, courageous, and deeply honest conversation on addiction, recovery, and the messy, non-linear journey of healing. Paris reflects on her unconventional childhood, the chronic loneliness that shadowed her early years, and the dark reality of substance abuse that nearly cost her her life and her voice. She opens up about the trauma of adolescent rehab centers, surviving severe mental health crises, and why true recovery requires moving beyond symptom-focused treatment to embrace holistic health, self-grace, and spiritual surrender. Together, Jay and Paris explore the power of inner child work, why pain can be alchemized into medicine, and how finding a conscious connection to something higher can help us feel truly safe in our own skin.

Healing is not linear, and growth is not a straight line, it’s a spiral. Every time you revisit a challenge, you are meeting it with more wisdom, more resources, and a deeper capacity for self-forgiveness. Trust that your darkest moments can become your most potent medicine, and that peace begins the moment you give yourself permission to feel it all.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

PURPOSE10 for 10% at altrarunning.com/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial.

Your future is waiting, and Walden is here to help you achieve it. https://WaldenU.edu

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

1:31 The Meaning Behind 'Happiest Day of My Life'

5:07 Unconventional Childhood and Homeschooling Reflections

6:32 One of Paris’s Most Defining Childhood Memories

8:03 Buddhist Parables, Balance, and Letting Go of Judgment

10:52 Chronic Loneliness and The Roots of Addiction

12:20 Redefining Gateway Drugs and Escapism

14:15 The Severe Consequences of Substance Abuse

19:30 Rebuilding Trust and Finding Authentic Friendship

22:27 Suicide Attempts, Turning Points, and Choosing Sobriety

23:34 Adolescent Rehab Trauma

31:38 Developing a Relationship with a Higher Power

35:17 The Dance Between Spiritual Surrender and Intentional Action

36:37 Analyzing 'Stitched' and Soul Connections

40:22 Inner Child and Inner Teen Healing Work

43:07 The Spiral Nature of Healing and Growth

46:24 ECT Treatment, Western Medicine, and Holistic Health Shifts

54:42 Finding Regulation Through Physicality, Nature, and Animals

59:25 Temporality of Emotions and Embracing Life's Full Spectrum

01:03:17 Paris Jackson on Final Five
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Loneliness doesn’t come from being surrounded by too few people, it comes from believing you have to wait for connection to find you. In this episode, Jay shares five powerful mindset shifts to help you build meaningful friendships as an adult by overcoming the fear of rejection, letting go of imagined judgment, and embracing the courage to make the first move. Through practical insights and research-backed wisdom, you'll discover that lasting friendships aren't built through perfect chemistry, but through consistent presence, intentional effort, and the willingness to create the community you've been searching for.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

PURPOSE10 for 10% at altrarunning.com/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial.

On Purpose is now Netflix and Spotify exclusive

http://www.netflix.com/onpurposewithjayshetty

https://open.spotify.com/show/5EqqB52m2bsr4k1Ii7sStc?si=33f7898fb334437c

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast

What We Discuss:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:02:33 5 Mindset Shifts to Make Friends

00:03:51 Why Making Friends Feels Harder Now

00:06:25 The Fear Keeping You Lonely

00:09:55 People Like You More Than You Think

00:14:35 Why Repetition Builds Real Friendships

00:21:01 Stop Waiting, Start Building Community
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay sits down with transformational coach Jim Curtis, author of The Book of Possibility, to unpack how our subconscious beliefs, many formed before age seven, quietly shape our careers, relationships, and sense of what we think we deserve. Jim breaks down his Release, Align, Become framework, walks through the four core childhood wounds behind our biggest triggers, and shares practical tools for anxiety and self-doubt, ultimately revealing who you actually are beneath the programming.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

PURPOSE10 for 10% at altrarunning.com⁠/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial.

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast

What We Discuss:

00:00 Introduction

01:00 What Are We Getting Wrong About Manifestation?

01:40 Where Our Core Assumptions Come From

04:01 Awareness, Releasing, and Challenging Assumptions

06:57 Deconstructing “I Don’t Know What I Want”

11:45 The Release-Align-Become Framework

17:00 Jay’s Identity Shift: Employee to Entrepreneur

18:16 The Buddha’s Raft Story

20:56 Crafting Affirmations & Laddering Up

24:26 Jim’s Personal Resistance

26:58 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Releasing Shame

29:18 Jim’s Wake-Up Call: Shamans and Kung Fu

31:45 Jim’s Spinal Lesion and the Blackout Walk

34:40 Pain and Suffering as Doorways to Growth

35:20 Demystifying Hypnosis & The Power of Suggestion

44:17 Healing a Lifelong Phobia

46:07 Tools for Anxious and Ruminating Thoughts

48:30 Pre-Patterning for Repetitive Triggers

52:00 The Four Core Childhood Wounds

57:01 The Biggest Mistake in Seeking Love

01:01:46 Rejection Is Protection

01:05:19 Vulnerability: Masks, Mirrors, and Feeling Seen

01:07:23 Breaking Free from “Buckets”

01:09:39 Rebuilding Identity After a Breakup

01:11:55 Connection to Universal Consciousness

01:14:48 Jim Curtis On Final Five
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Jay sits down with legendary drummer Travis Barker to talk about the discipline that built his career, the tragedy that almost ended it, and the slow, hard-won path back to peace. Travis opens up about losing his mother as a teenager, his struggles with addiction, the 2008 plane crash that changed his life, and how love, friendship, and sheer determination brought him back to himself.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

PURPOSE10 for 10% at altrarunning.com⁠/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial.

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:43 Childhood Memories & Drum Practice

03:08 Skateboarding

03:48 Drum Kit & Musical Genres

05:45 Getting Good & Learning Jazz Charts

07:49 Natural Talent Vs. Hard Work

09:56 Grieving The Loss Of His Mother

11:54 Mom’s Final Advice & Marching Band Tryouts

13:40 Garage Rehearsals & Dad’s Hard Ultimatums

15:58 The Grind of Being In An Independent Band

17:42 Counselors Laughing At The Dream

19:13 How Blink-182 Came Into His Life

22:17 What Practicing Looks Like Today

23:26 Early Financial Success & His Dad’s Advice

26:55 Introduction To Drugs And Self-Medicating

30:48 Inside Blink-182’s First Breakup

32:32 Collaborating With DJ AM

35:01 High-Functioning Addiction & DJ AM’s Intervention

37:01 The South Carolina Show & His Daughter’s Premonition

41:47 The Plane Crash

45:17 Processing Loss And Amputation Fears

48:49 Survivor’s Guilt & 20 Years Without Flying

50:18 How Kourtney Got Him Flying Again

51:36 Skin Grafts And Hospital Suicidal Thoughts

54:44 Grieving the Death of DJ AM

59:20 Feeling The Presence of Passed Loved Ones

01:00:20 Surprises of Life Today

01:01:07 His Relationship with Kourtney Kardashian

01:02:41 Navigating A Miscarriage

01:03:51 Rocky’s Birth And Emergency Fetal Surgery

01:05:25 The Decision To Go Sober

01:07:32 First Flight In 20 Years

01:10:00 Blink-182 Reunion

01:11:53 Overcoming Fear & Running Toward Challenges

01:14:19 What His Mother Would Be Most Proud Of

01:14:45 Favorite Collaborations & Grammy Moment

01:16:10 Travis Barker On Final Five
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The greatest barrier to finding love isn't a lack of chemistry, it's a lack of opportunity. Jay explores why modern dating feels so exhausting and reveals the psychology behind attraction, offering practical ways to build a life that naturally invites love in. If you're feeling burned out by the search for "the one," this conversation is an invitation to release rigidity, handle rejection as data, and find hope for moving forward.

Probability doesn't promise that your soulmate is waiting around the corner, but it does promise that tomorrow is not predetermined by yesterday. Trust that every new community and conversation makes space for the right connection, and that a life rich with curiosity will always lead you forward.

With Love and Gratitude,Jay Shetty

PURPOSE10 for 10% at altrarunning.com/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial.

Talk to a State Farm agent today to learn how you can choose to bundle and save with the Personal Price Plan. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 

What We Discuss:

00:34 Love as Probability: Creating Opportunities

01:43 Are You Isolating Yourself? 

03:31 The First Psychological Concept That Will Reframe Dating 

03:55 Debunking The Biggest Myth About Love

04:28 The Mere Exposure Effect Explained 

06:09 Building Regular Spaces for Repeated Encounters Is Everything

08:22 The Second Shift For Meeting Your Soulmate

09:20 The Strength of Weak Ties 

11:49 Your Preferences are The Problem, Not Your Standards 

16:24 How to Harness First-Date Pressure

18:30 Redefining First Dates: Enjoyable Exploration

20:15 Start Separating Worth from Outcomes

22:57 High Standards and the Dating Puzzle Analogy

24:30 Zooming Out and Staying Open to Love

24:42 Curiosity, Community, and the Philosophy of Choice

25:42 To The People Losing Hope…
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if the heaviest thing you’re carrying tonight is something you haven’t even admitted you’re holding? In this episode, Jay meets you in the dark, in the moment you’re lying awake calculating how many hours of sleep you have left. Through a guided visualization and gentle reminders about how healing actually works, he shows you that peace isn’t something you force by thinking harder, it’s something you find by carrying less. One breath at a time.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

PURPOSE10 for 10% at altrarunning.com⁠/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial.

Talk to a State Farm agent today to learn how you can choose to bundle and save with the Personal Price Plan. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.

On Purpose is now Netflix and Spotify exclusive

http://www.netflix.com/onpurposewithjayshetty

https://open.spotify.com/show/5EqqB52m2bsr4k1Ii7sStc?si=33f7898fb334437c

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast

What We Discuss:

00:00 Late-Night Welcome

01:00 The Noise of a Quiet Mind

02:00 Understanding Your Mind’s Defenses

04:00 Guided Breathing & Reminding Your Body of Safety

05:00 Identifying Your Internal Weight

06:15 Admitting the Heavy Things

06:45 The Story of the Mountain and the Stone

09:45 Pushing Through Doubt and Unseen Progress

12:45 The Breakthrough & Hidden Gemstones

13:30 The True Power of Every Strike

14:30 Seeing Gradual Growth in Your Own Life

15:45 Not Mistaking Your Season for Your Destination

16:15 Reflecting on Your Past Surprises

17:30 The World Spinning Outside Your Room

18:30 Walking Toward Your Future

19:30 Visualizing a Hopeful Tomorrow

20:30 A Morning That Doesn’t Demand Certainty

22:15 Unimagined Good Is Coming

23:45 A Gentler Question to Ask Yourself

24:15 Where Peace Actually Lives

25:30 Carry Only Tonight’s Breath

26:30 Trusting Life’s Natural Flow

27:30 Befriend Your Overactive Mind

28:30 Life, One Page at a Time
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if your greatest limitation is simply what you believe is possible? After witnessing thousands of people transform their lives in ways that continue to challenge conventional thinking, Dr Joe Dispenza believes we're capable of far more than we've been taught to believe. In this episode, Jay Shetty sits down with Dr Joe to explore how our thoughts, emotions, and habits shape our reality, why so many of us stay trapped in familiar patterns, and what it takes to create lasting change. Together, they unpack the science of meditation, the power of intention, and how changing your inner world may be the first step toward changing your life.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

PURPOSE10 for 10% at altrarunning.com/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial.

Talk to a State Farm agent today to learn how you can choose to bundle and save with the Personal Price Plan. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. 

On Purpose is now Netflix and Spotify exclusive 

http://www.netflix.com/onpurposewithjayshetty 

https://open.spotify.com/show/5EqqB52m2bsr4k1Ii7sStc?si=33f7898fb334437c 

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 

Experience Dr Joe's teachings in person at one of his immersive week-long retreats held around the world. Learn more and explore upcoming events: https://www.events.drjoedispenza.com/retreats

Dive deeper into the research. Explore Dr Joe's published scientific papers and the studies referenced throughout this podcast: https://drjoedispenza.com/scientific-research

What We Discuss:

00:00:00 Intro

00:00:46 Self-Knowledge Is True Power

00:01:56 How Your Beliefs Are Formed

00:06:21 Living in a Virtual Reality

00:08:49 What Real Change Looks Like

00:15:35 Childhood Beliefs That Still Control You

00:17:15 The Limits of Your Emotions

00:19:19 Stop Reinforcing Negative Thought Patterns

00:26:13 The Gap Between Your Old and New Self

00:28:58 Escape the Negative Thought Loop

00:31:22 Why Pattern Interruptions Matter

00:33:23 Stop Scrolling Before Bed

00:36:18 The Woman Who Regrew Her Colon

00:44:43 How Meditation Changes Your Body

00:46:12 Can Meditation Change Reality?

00:49:01 Do Alternate Realities Exist?

00:50:26 Where Attention Goes, Energy Flows

00:55:56 The Power of Collective Healing

01:00:21 Transformations Backed by Science

01:03:45 Joe on Final Five 

Episode Resources:

Website | https://drjoedispenza.com/ 

YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/user/drjoedispenza 

Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/DrJoeDispenzaOfficialNewsFanPage 

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/drjoedispenza/ 

LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjoedispenza/ 

TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@drjoedispenza 

X | https://x.com/DrJoeDispenza
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happiness isn't something you find, it's something you choose to create, even when life feels uncertain. In this episode, Jay shares the three mindset shifts that genuinely happy people practice every day: taking ownership instead of staying stuck in victimhood, finding joy before reaching the next milestone, and intentionally building a life filled with connection, gratitude, and purpose. Through powerful stories and practical exercises, you'll discover how small daily choices can help you reclaim your agency, stop postponing your happiness, and create a life you don't have to escape from. 

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®️Visit: https://www.statefarm.com/

Head to https://wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less.

On Purpose is now Netflix and Spotify exclusive 

http://www.netflix.com/onpurposewithjayshetty 

https://open.spotify.com/show/5EqqB52m2bsr4k1Ii7sStc?si=33f7898fb334437c 

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe 

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 

What We Discuss:

00:00:00 Introduction 

00:01:27 Why You Feel Unhappy & Powerless

00:01:57 How to Take Control of Your Life

00:02:59 The 1st Thing Happy People Do Differently  

00:07:29 This Will Help You Overcome Disappointment

00:09:40 The 2nd Shift That Happy People Do

00:11:14 What Is The Hedonic Treadmill 

00:14:33 Gratitude Doesn’t Erase Pain

00:15:05 Why You Can't Enjoy the Present Moment 

00:16:30 Did You Put Your Happiness on Pause?

00:17:45 The 3rd Thing Happy People Do Differently 

00:18:53 Schedule Something to Look Forward To

00:22:20 Stop Keeping Score…

00:28:09 Don't Let Rejection Define You
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Actress and musician Simone Ashley joins Jay for an intimate conversation about navigating sudden global fame, redefining self-worth beyond career expectations, and letting go of societal timelines. Simone details her breakthrough journey from lockdown uncertainties to leading Bridgerton, how her mother taught her to love her skin and embrace cultural identity, and why stepping into music with her debut EP 'Songs I Wrote In New York' allowed her to access a raw, instinctual form of creative expression.

Together, Jay and Simone dive into the crucial distinction between solitude and loneliness, how envy can slowly destroy friendships, and why finding a 'co-creator' in love means choosing someone who makes life simpler rather than more complex. If you're feeling behind in life or searching for the confidence to trust your own timing, this episode offers a heartwarming reminder that your path unfolds exactly when it is meant to.

With Love and Gratitude,Jay Shetty

A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®️Visit: https://www.statefarm.com/

Head to https://wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less.

On Purpose is now Netflix and Spotify exclusivehttp://www.netflix.com/onpurposewithjayshetty https://open.spotify.com/show/5EqqB52m2bsr4k1Ii7sStc 

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe 

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 

What We Discuss:

00:00:00 Intro 

00:00:53 How Much Can Shift In Five Years

00:01:30 From Lockdown to Bridgerton: Career Breakthrough

00:05:16 Identity and Confidence as an Indian Actress

00:08:41 Impact of Representation and Personal Reflections

00:12:56 Assessing Past Strengths and Potential Regrets

00:13:37 Comparing School Experiences 

00:14:23 Mother's Lesson on Non-Materialism 

00:15:35 Defining True Friendship and Overcoming Envy

00:17:34 Women Supporting Each Other Beyond Competition

00:18:40 Loneliness vs Solitude

00:24:26 Desires, Dreams, and Simpler Life Aspirations

00:26:07 How to Manifest Love…

00:28:20 The Power of Honesty in Relationships

00:29:25 This is What Handling Rejection Looks Like 

00:32:42 Your Emotional Response to Rejection is OK 

00:34:08 Balancing Career Ambition with Personal Relationships

00:34:53 Evolving Partner Values As You Grow

00:36:55 Self-Belief is the Foundation for Success

00:38:02 Dream Projects and Core Personal Values

00:39:19 Creation is the Opposite of Depression 

00:40:06 The Songwriting Process and Developing Her Unique Sound

00:42:36 Vulnerability in Music and Overcoming That Fear 

00:43:39 Analyzing 'Freeze' and 'Tragic Romantic' Lyrics

00:46:33 The Song 'Free' and Its Emotional Significance

00:49:39 Finding the Art Form That Perfectly Aligns with Your Soul  

00:52:10 Would-You-Rather Dating Game 

00:56:42 Aging, Timelines, and Comparing Life Paths

01:02:41 The Most Painful Lesson She Learned From This Rejection

01:05:40 What Are Sliding-Door Moments?

01:05:26 Don’t Feel Bad For Being Desperate

01:07:10 Questioning Answers and The Biggest Pressure in Her 30’s

01:10:08 Dreaming of An Escape and What That Really Means 

01:13:00 The Perspective Shift That Changed Everything 

01:14:33 Simone on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/simoneashley/ 

TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@simoneashleyofficial 

Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/artist/simoneashley
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Actress and producer Camila Mendes joins Jay for an honest conversation about the hidden cost of perfectionism, the pressure behind success, and what it took to finally choose herself. Camila opens up about the breaking point that forced her to confront old wounds, heal her relationship with food, reconnect with her Brazilian identity, and redefine what spirituality, self-worth, and love really mean.

Together, they explore why chasing perfection often leaves us feeling empty, how slowing down can become the greatest act of self-respect, and why true confidence isn't about having everything figured out, but about accepting yourself exactly as you are.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. Visit: https://www.statefarm.com/ 

Head to https://wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less.

On Purpose is now Netflix and Spotify exclusive 

http://www.netflix.com/onpurposewithjayshetty 

https://open.spotify.com/show/5EqqB52m2bsr4k1Ii7sStc?si=33f7898fb334437c

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 

What We Discuss:

00:00:00 Intro

00:01:17 What Excites You Most Right Now?

00:01:57 Designing a Home That Feels Like You

00:03:32 The Challenge of Balance

00:05:26 Living One Day at a Time

00:07:24 The Importance of Learning Your Limits

00:10:09 Why Saying "No" Feels So Hard

00:15:08 Revisiting an Old Wound

00:19:56 Holding Two Truths at Once

00:21:10 Growing Up Between Cultures

00:23:12 Returning to Your Roots

00:24:41 Finding Spirituality Later in Life

00:29:44 The Power of Questioning Your Beliefs

00:31:11 Growing Up Without Stability

00:34:37 The Freedom of Imperfection

00:36:27 The Anxiety No One Could See

00:40:03 When You Have to Numb Out

00:41:45 Living With Your Own Worst Critic

00:44:35 Healing Your Relationship with Food

00:46:14 Recovering from an Eating Disorder

00:48:07 Getting Honest About Body Image

00:50:26 The Moment Self-Worth Starts to Crack

00:51:04 Meeting Rudy: The Turning Point

00:54:27 The Work of Becoming Your Best Self

00:57:30 Why You Have to Heal Before You Love Again

01:00:18 Choosing Love in the Hardest Moments

01:04:53 The Problem With One-Sided Love

01:08:20 The Proposal

01:13:08 When You're Aligned, Doors Open

01:14:54 Protecting Your Peace at Work

01:17:09 Camila on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/camimendes 

TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@camimendes 
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Healthy relationships aren't defined by the absence of conflict… they're shaped by how couples move through it together. In this episode, Jay explores why even the strongest relationships face disagreements, what recurring arguments are really trying to tell you, and how understanding the emotional needs beneath the surface can change the way you communicate. Learn how to communicate with empathy, regulate your emotions, repair after difficult moments, and stop fighting to win so you can start growing stronger together.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. Visit: https://www.statefarm.com/ 

Use code PURPOSE10 for 10% ataltrarunning.com/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial. Visit: https://www.altrarunning.com/ 

On Purpose is now Netflix and Spotify exclusive 

http://www.netflix.com/onpurposewithjayshetty 

https://open.spotify.com/show/5EqqB52m2bsr4k1Ii7sStc?si=33f7898fb334437c 

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe 

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 

What We Discuss:

00:00:00 Introduction 

00:00:47 Healthy Couples Fight Too

00:04:53 The Real Goal of Healthy Love

00:06:48 What’s the Fight Really About?

00:09:29 When You Stop Being Teammates

00:14:03 Curiosity Over Defensiveness

00:16:15 How To Actually Apologize and Mean It

00:17:37 Validation Changes Everything

00:21:04 A Better Way to Communicate

00:24:15 Why Modern Love Feels Harder Than Ever 

00:28:51 Your Partner Isn't Your Enemy
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keke Palmer has spent her life performing for the world, but in this deeply honest conversation with Jay, she shares what it took to finally come home to herself. From childhood fame and anxiety to motherhood, identity, boundaries, and healing, Keke reveals how the practices that saved her life helped her redefine success from the inside out. Together, they explore the courage to honor your emotions, let go of who the world expects you to be, and discover the confidence that comes from choosing yourself.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. Visit: https://www.statefarm.com/ 

On Purpose is now Netflix and Spotify exclusive 

http://www.netflix.com/onpurposewithjayshetty 

https://open.spotify.com/show/5EqqB52m2bsr4k1Ii7sStc?si=33f7898fb334437c 

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 

What We Discuss:

00:00:00 Intro

00:01:06 Honor Uncomfortable Feelings

00:02:57 Escaping the Momentum Trap

00:03:59 What Motherhood Taught Me

00:05:32 My Toddler's Powerful Boundaries

00:07:20 The Potty Training Battle

00:08:35 Seeing Your Parents Differently

00:10:43 How Successful People Think

00:13:08 Depression Started the Journey

00:17:08 How She Survived Success

00:20:16 Why We're All Here

00:22:24 Growing Up a Child Star

00:25:25 Trust the Process

00:27:33 Give That Love to Yourself

00:29:53 Healthy Boundaries Matter

00:31:53 Listen More, Fix Less

00:34:33 Virgos, Leos & Astrology

00:36:07 The Energy You Bring

00:37:45 When Power Feels Unsafe

00:41:13 The Freedom of Speaking Truth

00:44:31 Why Words Matter

00:47:31 Reclaiming Her Voice

00:48:29 The Gift of Awareness

00:50:21 What Makes a Great Partner?

00:55:23 Finding Real Connection

00:57:08 Why Trust Is So Hard

00:59:11 Don't Let Others Define You

01:00:38 Does It Have a Little Sweetness?

01:05:09 What Childhood Taught Me

01:06:50 Practice Self-Compassion

01:08:04 Keke on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Website | https://kekepalmer.com/ 

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/keke 

TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@kekepalmer
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Karl-Anthony Towns has spent his life chasing championships, but his greatest lessons came far from the basketball court. In this heartfelt conversation with Jay Shetty, he reflects on grief, faith, family, and the moments that shaped the man behind the jersey. From honoring his late mother's legacy to embracing God's timing, discovering purpose beyond success, and building a love rooted in friendship, this episode is a moving reminder that who you become matters far more than what you achieve.

Sometimes the greatest victories aren't the ones the world celebrates, they're the quiet moments when you choose to keep moving forward with hope.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. Visit: https://www.statefarm.com/ 

On Purpose is now Netflix and Spotify exclusive 

http://www.netflix.com/onpurposewithjayshetty 

https://open.spotify.com/show/5EqqB52m2bsr4k1Ii7sStc?si=33f7898fb334437c 

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 

What We Discuss:

00:00:00 Intro

00:00:51 Winning an NBA Championship

00:03:13 What Comes After Your Biggest Goal?

00:06:12 Slowing Down to Celebrate

00:07:38 The Walk That Changed Everything

00:11:17 Choosing Calm and Forgiveness

00:14:48 Finding Peace in Quiet Moments

00:17:03 Everyone Sees the World Differently

00:18:42 Confidence Starts at Home

00:20:09 Losing Family During COVID

00:22:42 A Final Conversation with Mom

00:26:12 Letting Go with Love

00:27:23 Making Every Moment Special

00:28:50 "You Should've Drank More"

00:31:24 Feeling Her Presence Again

00:31:48 Living with Survivor's Guilt

00:34:05 Everyone Wants to Be Heard

00:35:51 When Therapy Looks Different

00:38:04 The Coach Who Changed Everything

00:39:53 A Love Story Over Uno

00:40:27 From Friends to Forever

00:41:32 What We Learned from Each Other

00:44:22 The Luckiest Bag in Basketball

00:46:09 Traded Without Warning

00:48:43 Feeling Welcome in New York

00:50:06 The Ultimate Courtside Stress Test

00:52:48 Bouncing Back from Failure

00:54:26 The Pre-Game Routine

00:59:12 Playing for the Dominican Republic

00:59:42 Carrying Your Country with Pride

01:01:28 The Moments People Remember

01:03:24 Karl Anthony on Final Five

Episode Resources:

YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/KarlAnthonyTowns 

Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/karlanthonytowns/ 

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/karltowns 

X | https://x.com/KarlTowns
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if the only thing standing between you and the life you want is one brave decision? In this episode, Jay reveals why courage isn't something you're born with, it's something you build. Through powerful psychological insights and practical tools, he shares how small, uncomfortable actions can break the cycle of fear, reshape your confidence, and completely change the direction of your life, one step at a time. 

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. Visit: https://www.statefarm.com/ 

Use code PURPOSE10 for 10% ataltrarunning.com/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial. Visit: https://www.altrarunning.com/ 

On Purpose is now Netflix and Spotify exclusive 

http://www.netflix.com/onpurposewithjayshetty 

https://open.spotify.com/show/5EqqB52m2bsr4k1Ii7sStc?si=33f7898fb334437c 

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe 

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 

What We Discuss:

00:00:00 Introduction 

00:01:59 Courage Is a Skill

00:03:12 Your Dream Life Starts Here

00:06:12 Do It Scared

00:08:48 True Bravery Is Quiet

00:10:04 Stop Waiting to Feel Ready

00:13:25 Why Bravery Feels So Hard

00:17:13 Track Reps, Not Results

00:18:47 Overcoming Fear of Judgment

00:22:30 Whose Opinion Do You Fear?

00:25:22 Move With Time, Not Fear
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay sits down with Jake Shane for a candid conversation about fame, anxiety, OCD, dating, body image, and the pressure of living online. Together, they unpack what it takes to stay grounded when your life is constantly on display and why the hardest relationship to navigate is often the one you have with yourself.

We all face moments when comparison, self-doubt, or the opinions of others begin to shape how we see ourselves. This conversation is an invitation to reconnect with who you are beneath the pressure, and to remember that your worth has never depended on perfection or applause.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. Visit: https://www.statefarm.com/ 

Use code PURPOSE10 for 10% ataltrarunning.com/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial. Visit: https://www.altrarunning.com/ 

On Purpose is now Netflix and Spotify exclusive 

http://www.netflix.com/onpurposewithjayshetty 

https://open.spotify.com/show/5EqqB52m2bsr4k1Ii7sStc?si=33f7898fb334437c 

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 

What We Discuss:

00:00:00 Intro

00:01:55 The Habit That Changed My Life

00:02:38 What Should You Actually Journal?

00:03:28 Get Your Thoughts Out of Your Head

00:04:26 Understanding Confession OCD

00:04:50 Creating a Safe Space

00:05:43 What If I Become Unrelatable?

00:07:26 What Would Younger You Think?

00:08:25 Right vs. Wrong

00:09:38 Talking About Private People

00:10:32 Dating as a Gay Man

00:12:24 Transforming Your Body

00:13:15 Making Peace With Your Past

00:15:41 Choosing the Right People Around You

00:17:22 Learning to Be Misunderstood

00:20:24 The Healing Power of Sitting in the Shower

00:22:26 What Weed Really Does to Your Brain

00:23:26 Keep Something Just for You

00:24:52 When People Don't Like You

00:29:00 Internet Drama Isn't Worth It

00:30:33 Don't Profit From Misfortune

00:31:28 The Truth About Cancel Culture

00:32:30 Gossip Stays Private

00:33:03 The Three Rules of Gossip

00:34:50 What Is a Crash Out?

00:35:50 My Three-Month Crash Out

00:37:22 Functioning Through a Crash Out

00:38:58 Facing Your Biggest Fear

00:41:15 When Public Opinion Hurts

00:43:27 Finding Your Spark Again

00:44:29 Does Everyone Know Too Much?

00:48:03 Biggest Dating Red Flags

00:49:37 Living With Constant Criticism

00:51:35 Jake's Dating Rules

00:52:47 The Wild Things We Do for Love

00:53:37 The 72-Hour Rule

00:55:32 Are You Ready for a Relationship?

00:56:29 The Fear of Living Alone

00:57:27 What Makes a Good Friend?

00:59:23 Which One Ruins Your Day More?

01:03:19 Gut Reaction with Jake

01:06:00 Jake on Final Five

Episode Resources:

YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@passthatpuss 

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/passthatpuss 

TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@octopusslover8   

Therapuss | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapuss-with-jake-shane/id1723626781 
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this deeply personal conversation, Jay and Millie Bobby Brown talk about the process of discovering who she is outside of finding immense fame at a young age. She opens up about the isolation of growing up in the spotlight, the impact of shaving her head as a child, and the three-month long anxiety spiral that led her to Kyoto, Japan. She also reflects on what parenthood means to her, and we learn more about the moment she found out she was becoming a mother. Jay discovers the daily techniques Millie uses to manage her anxiety, and dives into how her and her husband Jake built a strong foundation for their marriage. 

In this episode you'll learn: 

How to Build Confidence Outside of External Opinions

How to Manage Anxiety and Panic Attacks in High Pressure Moments

How to Build a Strong Foundation in Relationships 

How to Set Healthy Boundaries with Social Media 

How to Build and Maintain Loyal, Honest Friendships  

How to Approach Adoption and Building a Family  

How to Raise Children Deeply Rooted in Confidence

This episode is for everyone who needs a reminder that no matter how hard the world gets, you are the creator of your own story. Protecting your peace and your time with loved ones is never selfish, it’s restorative. Knowing yourself before anyone tells you who you are will keep you rooted in the calmness of the present moment. 

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe ⁠⁠https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe⁠⁠  

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! ⁠⁠https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast⁠⁠ 

PURPOSE10 for 10% at altrarunning.com/onpurpose. Free Shipping and Free 30-Day Trial.

A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:49:00 What 11-Year Millie Would Think Of Her Now

00:01:39 Why She Shaved Her Head at 10

00:03:55 The Role She Most Identifies With  

00:05:43 The Unbreakable Bond with Her Mom

00:06:40 Why Millie Wanted to Be a Mom

00:07:40 Sneaking Out to Get Her 11 Tattoo 

00:10:57 How Motherhood Changed Her Forever

00:12:32 This Perspective Shift Changed Her Life

00:13:37 Writing Wedding Vows for a Whole Year 

00:16:16 Why Adoption Was Always Part of Her Plan

00:19:08 The Moment She Became a Mom…

00:21:15 Important Lesson From Her Parents

00:23:31 Being A Big Sister

00:24:56 Addressing the “Trad Wife” Assumptions 

00:26:07 Being Young In The Spotlight 

00:26:16 Her Epiphany After Public Criticism 

00:29:16 How to Accept Your True Self

00:32:17 Millie’s Favourite “Rappers”

00:33:13 Why She Quit Social Media Cold Turkey

00:34:52 Healing Her Worst (3 Month) Panic Attack 

00:35:38 Living With Health Anxiety and Triggers

00:35:59 Finding Peace In Kyoto, Japan with Monks 

00:36:46 Her Go-To Techniques for Anxiety 

00:38:52 How She Discovered Her Health Anxiety

00:41:11 A Crazy Encounter Turned Nightmare 

00:42:50 Mediation With A Monk

00:44:24 Being Open To Divine Intervention 

00:46:15 Her Go-To Techniques for Anxiety 

00:49:44 Building a Strong Foundation with Jake

00:53:08 What Jake Understands And What Others Miss

00:55:42  What Millie Values Most In Friendships

00:56:53 Watching Jake Become a Dad

00:59:41 Ignoring The Public Noise, Together 

01:03:19 Scrutinizing Women In The Public Eye 

01:06:44 The Advice She Gives Young Stars 

01:08:54 Millie’s Mentors Growing Up

01:10:05 #1 Belief She Stands For, No Matter What

01:12:03 The Jake Game!

01:16:27 Millie On Final Five
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes the greatest act of growth isn't beginning again, it's having the courage to let go. Jay explores why we hold onto relationships, careers, identities, and expectations that no longer serve us, revealing the psychology behind change and offering practical ways to move forward without losing yourself. If a chapter of your life feels complete, this conversation is an invitation to honor what it gave you, release it with gratitude, and trust that what's ahead can hold even more meaning.

In this episode you'll learn:

How to Start Over Confidently

How to Release Old Identities

How to Stop Living Backwards

How to Take Worthwhile Risks

How to Embrace Life's Next Chapter

How to Outgrow Without Regret

How to Trust Uncertain Beginnings

Growth rarely begins with certainty, it begins with honesty. Trust that every ending can make space for something more aligned, and that the parts of you worth keeping will always come with you. 

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe 

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:14 Why Letting Go Feels So Hard

02:30 Why We Hold On Too Long

07:28 How to Redefine Your Identity

12:48 How to Know a Risk Is Worth It

16:40 Develop Psychological Flexibility

19:31 How to Let Go Without Bitterness

22:46 Starting Over Isn't the Hard Part

25:41 Three Questions to Ask Yourself
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Across memorable conversations with guests including Selena Gomez, Kevin Hart, Kim Kardashian, Madonna, Kobe Bryant, Tom Holland, Emma Watson, and Mel Robbins, this special collection brings together some of the most powerful lessons ever shared on the show. From love and purpose to resilience, fame, friendship, and self-discovery, each story offers a different perspective on what it means to live with intention. Together, they reveal that the most meaningful transformations rarely come from one defining moment, but from the wisdom we gather along the way.
In this episode you'll learn:
How to Build Lasting Love
How to Communicate Without Fighting
How to Let Go of External Validation 
How to Trust Your Partner
How to Overcome Fear Faster
How to Find Real Happiness
How to Break Free From Ego
How to Build Strong Friendships
How to Live With Purpose
How to Grow Through Adversity
Whether you're healing, chasing a dream, strengthening a relationship, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, remember that lasting change is built through small moments of courage, honesty, and intention.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty.
JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX
Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter.Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe 
Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
01:25 Make Your Partner's Day Better
04:06 How to Have Better Conversations
10:11 Fame Is the Biggest Drug
12:25 Appreciate Life Before It's Too Late
17:15 Nothing Lasts Forever
20:10 Grow Through Every Experience
22:09 Why We Lost Inner Peace
24:04 The Power of Third Spaces
25:50 Make Time to Study
29:08 It's Normal to Outgrow Friendships
31:22 Growing Up as Hermione Granger
33:48 The Power of Being Still
35:54 Get Over Yourself
37:29 The Power of Playing the Long Game
39:10 Choosing Gratitude Over Comparison
40:03 Knowing When to Step Away
41:17 Escaping the Version of Yourself You Created
43:11 The Wake-Up Call That Changed My Life
47:45 What Sobriety Gave Me
49:05 Three Pillars of Friendship
53:55 What Makes Someone a Great Partner
56:10 The Relationship Mistake Most People Make
57:37 What is Your Conflict Style?
01:01:34 The Conversation Every Couple Needs to Have
01:06:38 What Manifestation Really Means
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Success isn't always about having the best idea, it's about moving before fear, perfectionism, or conventional thinking slow you down. In this conversation, Jay sits down with entrepreneur and investor Lucy Guo to explore why execution beats overthinking, how meaningful relationships create lasting opportunities, and why optimizing for learning often matters more than optimizing for certainty. Together, they unpack a refreshingly honest perspective on ambition, wealth, risk, and building a life that's driven by curiosity rather than validation.
In this episode you'll learn:
How to Build Valuable Connections
How to Escape Decision Paralysis
How to Find Better Business Ideas
How to Take Smarter Risks
How to Make Success Sustainable
Success isn't reserved for the people with the perfect plan, the perfect timing, or all the right answers. It's built through small decisions to keep learning, take thoughtful risks, and move forward even when the path isn't completely clear.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX
Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  
Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
01:11 Is College Still Worth It?
04:01 The Ambitious Mindset Trap
05:36 Why Go Against the Grain
06:00 Believe in Your Vision
07:15 Change Your Life at 22
10:42 Where Young People Waste Time
11:38 Can Anyone Be an Entrepreneur?
12:09 Build Before You Quit
14:05 Where Great Ideas Come From
14:59 Stop Wasting Time on This
17:07 The Perfectionism Trap
17:45 Good Risk vs. Bad Risk
20:30 Your Network Is Your Net Worth
21:50 Rethink Your Passion
25:30 Self-Worth vs. Net Worth
26:43 Handling Rejection and Failure
27:17 What Money Really Changes
28:55 The Power of No Frameworks
31:11 Think Beyond the Rules
33:09 Hire the Right People
34:20 Why Success Complicates Dating
35:56 Success and Modern Relationships
36:50 Using AI to Hire Better
38:05 Which Jobs AI May Replace
38:56 The Biggest AI Misconception
39:40 AI Won't Replace This
40:44 Make AI Work for You
43:05 The Joy of Building
44:33 Becoming a Self-Made Billionaire
45:08 Advice for Future Founders
46:48 Lessons From Parenting
48:11 Lucy on Final Five
Episode Resources:
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/guoforit 
X | https://x.com/lucy_guo
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if we've been thinking about mental illness all wrong? Harvard psychiatrist Dr. Chris Palmer argues that conditions like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia may be rooted in metabolic dysfunction, not just genetics or trauma. Drawing on decades of clinical research, he explains which chemical additives may be harming our brains, why ketogenic diets are showing remarkable promise for severe mental illness, and why recovery is about far more than willpower. Chris also opens up to Jay about the deeply personal story of his mother that inspired him to pursue psychiatry, and why, despite the growing mental health crisis, he remains genuinely hopeful for the next generation.
In this episode you'll learn:
How to Recognize the Connection Between Diet & Mental Health 
How to Notice Warning Signs of Metabolic Dysfunction 
How to Support Loved Ones Through a Mental Health Crisis  
How to Become More Resilient with Self-Care  
How to Turn Personal Pain Into Purpose 
How to Use Fasting & Ketogenic Diets Safely 
How to Talk to Kids About Nutrition & Brain Health 
Healing rarely comes from one single fix. Instead it comes from understanding the whole person: body, brain, and everything we feed both. Sometimes the most radical form of self-love is simply asking what’s going into your body, and why? 
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX
Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  
Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
00:22 The Chronic Disease Epidemic
01:54 The Link Between Mental Health and Diet 
05:17 What Metabolism Really Means 
07:57 The Shocking Chemicals Added to Food
09:55 Why Is The Food System In America So Harmful? 
14:45 The Impact of Ultra Processed Foods on Mental Health   
16:29 Why Your Brain Actually Needs Certain Foods 
17:21 Brain Fog, Depression, Anxiety & Burnout
18:46 Building Mental Resilience 
21:48 Self Care Will Improve Your Brain Functioning
23:57 The “Make America Healthy Again” Movement 
25:25 The Next Era of Healthcare in America 
27:45 A Healthy vs Unhealthy Metabolism 
28:30 Warning Signs From Your Metabolism  
29:13 93% of Americans Have Abnormal Biomarkers 
30:00 6 Steps For Healing Your Metabolism 
31:11 The Truth About Alcohol, Weed & Vaping 
35:46 Exercise Doesn't Have to Be Extreme to be Effective 
36:30 Stop Looking at Screens All Day!
37:10 Why No Single Diet Works for Everyone
38:45 The Power of Eating More Whole Foods 
39:45 Do You Know What Your Body Needs?  
40:20 What Are Nutrient Dense Foods? 
41:17 Why Some People Are Metabolically Compromised 
42:22 Dietary Intervention
44:00 The Ancient Power of Fasting
46:17 Why Bipolar Diagnoses Are Rising
50:08 When Medication Isn't Enough
51:24 How a Ketogenic Diet Can Impact Bipolar Disorder
53:06 The History of The Ketogenic Diet (It’s Not What You Think) 
54:50 How The Ketogenic Diet Can Stop Seizures 
56:20 The Power of Healing 
57:47 The Unexpected Grief of Getting Better
59:05 A Life Dedicated to Psychiatry  
1:04:15 Keeping a Healthy Dose of Skepticism 
1:05:30 Rethinking New Treatments 
1:06:55 Advice for Concerned Parents
1:07:31 What Are Epigenetics? 
1:11:23 The Worst Chemicals For Brain Health 
1:13:30 This Is An Ethics Issue…
1:14:09 Which Chemicals Cause Generational Anxiety? 
1:18:20 Dr. Chris Palmer on Final Five
Episode Resources:
Read | Brain Energy 
Website | https://www.chrispalmermd.com/ 
YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisPalmerMD 
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/ChrisPalmerMD/ 
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/chrispalmermd/ 
X | https://x.com/ChrisPalmerMD/
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ten years after the loss of her husband, neurosurgeon and bestselling author Paul Kalanithi, Dr. Lucy Kalanithi reflects on how grief continues to evolve rather than disappear. In this deeply moving conversation with Jay, she shares what it means to find purpose alongside pain, why the goal isn't to fix suffering but to make meaning from it, and how staying present through life's hardest moments can transform the way we love, heal, and truly live.
In this episode you'll learn:
How to Live Through Grief
How to Support Someone Grieving
How to Talk About Death
How to Stay Present Through Pain
How to Comfort Without Trying to Fix
How to Honor Loved Ones
How to Raise Resilient Children
No matter what season of life you're in, remember that joy and sorrow can exist side by side. Healing isn't about leaving pain behind, it's about learning to carry it with greater compassion, presence, and hope.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX
Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  
Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
01:20 Life After Loss
03:22 A New Perspective on Death
07:15 Does Time Really Heal?
08:36 Does Everything Happen for a Reason?
11:12 Helping Someone at the End of Their Life
15:33 The Biggest Myth About Grief 
17:56 Preparing for Death
23:08 Lessons From Facing Death 
30:28 You Are Stronger Than You Think
35:33 Let Your Child Find Meaning On Their Own
40:02 Choosing Family Despite Uncertainty
43:48 A Different Way to Grieve
47:38 Keeping a Loved One Alive After They’re Gone
50:33 Can You Love Again?
53:23 What Real Partnership Means
57:19 Letting Go vs. Giving Up
01:02:39 Sitting With the Dying
01:05:58 Sharing Life-Changing News
01:08:41 How to Live Well 
Episode Resources:
LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-kalanithi-baab214 
X | https://x.com/rocketgirlmd
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In one of her most honest conversations yet, Layla Taylor reflects on the quiet journey of becoming herself. She opens up about coming out as bisexual, navigating faith, identity, single motherhood, and the weight of growing up feeling like she had to fit into everyone else's expectations. Rather than focusing on the hardships alone, this episode explores what happens when you stop living in survival mode and finally choose authenticity, self-worth, and the freedom to define your own life.
In this episode you'll learn:
How to Stop Living for Other People's Approval
How to Finally Embrace Your Authentic Self
How to Leave a Toxic Relationship Without Regret
How to Find Yourself After Divorce and Heartbreak
How to Be Comfortable Being Alone for the First Time
How to Turn Your Hardest Experiences Into Strength
The greatest freedom comes from embracing yourself with honesty, letting go of the expectations that no longer serve you, and trusting that growth often begins on the other side of fear. Your story doesn't have to be perfect to be meaningful, it just has to be yours.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX
Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  
Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
00:48 Coming Out for the First Time
02:45 Stop Living for Other People
03:48 Choosing to Be Yourself
06:33 Understanding Your Sexuality
07:56 Why We Need to Talk About Sex
10:08 Why I Became Mormon
12:50 The Need to Fit In
15:12 How My Kids Changed Me
16:53 Becoming a Mom at 19
18:15 Why I Chose Marriage
19:53 Inside a Toxic Relationship
21:04 Learning to Know Your Worth
23:24 Starting Over as a Single Mom
25:54 My Lowest Point
27:31 Learning to Date Again
29:05 Finding Yourself in Solitude
30:32 The Conversation Women Need to Have
33:08 Why Sex Education Matters
36:26 Letting Go of Perfection
36:59 Accepting Who You Are
38:51 Facing Your Biggest Fear
39:40 Dating Women for the First Time
41:07 The Reality of Parenting
43:00 Raising Mentally Healthy Kids
44:16 Healing Low Self-Worth
46:41 Using Your Platform for Good
47:58 Opening Your Heart Again
49:03 If You're Afraid to Come Out
52:30 Layla on Final Five 
Episode Resources:
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/laylaleannetaylor 
TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@laylaleannetaylor
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some endings hurt because they leave us with unanswered questions. After a breakup, it’s natural to search for reasons, replay memories, and hope for one final conversation that will make everything make sense. In this episode, Jay explores why closure is often misunderstood and how the answers we seek from someone else rarely bring the peace we’re hoping for. True healing begins when we stop waiting for another person to explain our pain and start turning inward instead.
Jay shares a powerful perspective on heartbreak: closure is not something we receive, it’s something we create. Through acceptance, self-reflection, and intentional healing, we can transform loss into growth. Rather than centering our lives around what ended, we learn to rebuild around who we are becoming. The goal isn’t to erase the past, it’s to emerge from it with greater self-awareness, stronger boundaries, and a deeper trust in ourselves.
In this episode you'll learn:
How to Heal Through No Contact
How to Rebuild Yourself After Heartbreak
How to Separate Facts From Feelings
How to Stop Romanticizing Your Ex
How to Turn Heartbreak Into Growth
How to Measure Healing the Right Way
Heartbreak has a way of convincing us that healing is somewhere in the future, waiting behind the perfect explanation, apology, or final conversation. But growth often begins the moment we stop chasing what we cannot control and start caring for what we can.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX
Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe 
Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
01:46 Why More Answers Create More Questions
05:52 The Power of No Contact After a Breakup
08:44 Why Real Closure Comes From Within
15:17 The Best Way to Find Closure
18:45 The Biggest Mistake People Make After a Breakup
20:55 It's Okay to Hold Contradictory Feelings
23:56 Measure Healing in a New Way
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices