Podcast appearances and mentions of Byron Katie

It Has Been Decided: How Steffani LeFevour Rewrote Her Story and Manifested a Dream Book Deal Steffani LeFevour has built a life and a career around happiness, but she is the first to tell you she did not start there. She grew up without her father, an alcoholic who left the family, and she was only eleven when her eighteen-year-old sister died in a car accident. For years she assumed everyone carried that kind of weight, and for a long stretch she handled it the only way she had ever seen modelled: drinking, partying, and quietly sabotaging her own life. What makes her story land is her honesty about how slow the turn really was. There was no single lightning bolt. There was Oprah on the television every day, a Wayne Dyer book, and Marianne Williamson's A Return to Love, which introduced her to a word nobody had ever taught her: forgiveness. As a young woman she carried a rock from a wild party down to a river, poured all her fear and trauma into it, read a Maya Angelou poem, and threw it into the water. She is quick to puncture the fantasy that this fixed everything. It did not. She sabotaged her life for another decade, because the old path, as she puts it, is so worn and so comfortable that we keep returning to it. The shift came from a question she kept asking. The beliefs she had carried since childhood sounded like this: I'm broken, I'm unlovable, nothing good can happen for me. Then a door opened. What if all of it was happening for her? What if there were gifts in it, and she could consciously create from there? Human eyes versus soul eyes Steffani, now the founder of the Soul Happy Movement, teaches her clients to ask two questions of any situation: what do my human eyes see, and what does my soul see. Her human eyes might see a struggling child or a difficult marriage. Her soul sees something whole, chosen, and exactly where it is meant to be. She is careful, though, not to let this slide into spiritual bypassing. Radical acceptance has to sit alongside real boundaries, and she reframes boundaries beautifully. They are not about controlling someone else. They are about governing your own behaviour. The episode's most memorable test case is wonderfully ordinary. At her daughter's fifteenth birthday party, older boys turned up and threw eggs into the back garden. Steffani chose to love every second of it. Her line lands like a thesis for the whole conversation: it is not the world's job not to trigger her, it is her job not to be triggered. Nothing, she says, has meaning until we give it meaning. The practical architecture From there she lays out the tools. There is the STAR formula, where State, Thoughts and Actions create your Reality, with the crucial twist that most of us try to change our actions while ignoring the state we prime ourselves into each morning. There is her debt to Byron Katie's questioning of limiting beliefs, which she still practises thirty years in and describes as weeding the garden and watering the seeds of worthiness. And there is the achievement list she gives the teen athletes she coaches, a file of evidence to return to after a bad game. It all builds towards the story that gives the episode its emotional peak. After a decision statement in late 2025, an early call with Hay House, and an eight-week wait that ended in a no, Steffani felt relief rather than disappointment, trusting something more aligned was coming. She kept identifying as the author she wanted to be, declined contracts that felt close but not quite right, and through a chance lunch was reconnected to a new Hay House editor. By then her platform had exploded, and within a week the contract was hers. She calls it identity-first manifesting, framed around focusing on the end result, asking for guidance rather than the thing itself, taking inspired action, and being genuinely okay no matter what. She closes with three golden nuggets: you get to decide how your life will be and then make it that way; your state, thoughts and actions are one hundred per cent in your control; and we shape our stories, and our stories shape our lives. Watch the full conversation on YouTube. Find Out More About Steffani LeFevour Website: https://coachwithsteff.com Instagram: @coachwithsteff YouTube: @coachwithsteff

This week's episode begins with an invitation from Tom to pick something in your life you don't like, and to see if you can notice what story you're living by experiencing it. For example, if you're experiencing a difficult work situation or financial hardship or a frustrating relationship. The underlying story you're living might be “I'm a disappointment,” or “Nobody cares about me,” or something entirely different — but equally painful — that is expressing itself through the situations in your life. What if self-inquiry and self-liberation aren't serious? What if it could just be playful and light? What might you notice about the experiences in your life that are less than enjoyable? Join the meditation group to notice for yourself.

My guest today, Joanna, had an agreement with a friend of hers that they would check in with each other, but he didn't call. She is disappointed and hurt that he wouldn't follow up. This leaves her feeling that he is lazy, selfish, and a coward.  As you sit in The Work with Joanna and me, together let's find out who is right and who is wrong. (Part 2 of 2) Don't miss Byron Katie LIVE every M-T-W, 9-10 am Pacific Time. Register: athomewithbk.com

Last week we looked at the belief in the seriousness of life, especially related to being a parent. Parenting is one of the big things that we can tend to use as proof of the serious nature of everything. But that inquiry revealed the truth of what the belief was creating in the parent's life: stress, both for herself and her kids. What about other situations, though, the mind wants to know. Surely some things really are serious? What about when a friend shares news of their cancer diagnosis with you? What if you receive a diagnosis of something yourself? We think we're protecting ourselves from everything we don't want to experience when we hold tightly to the story of seriousness, but it might be that what we're giving ourselves is an existence based purely on survival – not really living. If you're ready to question this story and live a life without fear, follow along in this group-inquiry episode that asks: Is life actually serious?

Bring more joy and less pressure into what you create. Grab The Joy vs. Pressure Clarity Guide: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/joy-pressure/ Have the things you care about most started feeling more exhausting than fulfilling? As a highly sensitive person, your deepest joy often comes from meaningful work, creative pursuits, personal growth, and making a difference. But over time, those same things can become weighed down by perfectionism, pressure, and the fear of not being good enough. What once energized you can slowly start draining you leaving you wondering why something you love suddenly feels so heavy. In this episode, you'll discover: Why highly sensitive people naturally turn meaningful pursuits into high-pressure situations without realizing it How perfectionism and fear quietly replace joy, creativity, and inspiration A practical way to reconnect with the curiosity, freedom, and aliveness that make meaningful work feel nourishing again   Listen now to learn how to release the pressure that's stealing your joy and return to a more creative, inspired, and fulfilling way of living, working, and contributing.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Find out your unique sensitivity profile and your current stress levels. Take the HSP Stress Test here: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/  What if emotional exhaustion isn't caused by doing too much — but by emotions that never fully processed? If you're a highly sensitive person who keeps pushing through disappointment, stress, or emotional pain without truly addressing it, those unresolved feelings may be quietly draining your energy, creativity, and peace of mind without you even realizing it. Understand why emotions continue affecting you long after a stressful moment has passed Learn the hidden ways emotional residue builds into exhaustion and burnout Discover a compassionate process for finally releasing emotions instead of suppressing them Press play to learn how to stop carrying emotional residue and start reclaiming the energy, clarity, and inner freedom you've been missing. Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

My guest today, Joanna, had an agreement with a friend of hers that they would check in with each other, but he didn't call. She is disappointed and hurt that he wouldn't follow up. This leaves her feeling that he is lazy, selfish, and a coward.  As you sit in The Work with Joanna and me, together let's find out who is right and who is wrong. (Part 1 of 2) Don't miss Byron Katie LIVE every M-T-W, 9-10 am Pacific Time. Register: athomewithbk.com

Let your workday come to a clear end. Grab The Work-Life Boundary Reset: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/work-life-boundary-reset/ Why does part of you still feel "at work" long after the workday is over? Many highly sensitive people try to create better work-life balance by setting boundaries and ending work on time — yet their nervous system still stays engaged hours later. Even when the laptop is closed, unfinished conversations, decisions, and mental "open loops" continue running in the background, making it difficult to truly rest, relax, or feel off duty. In this episode, you'll discover: Why forcing yourself to "stop thinking about work" usually makes the problem worse What's actually happening in your nervous system when work still feels mentally active after hours A simple way to close mental open loops so you can finally feel more present, calm, and restored after your workday ends Press play now to learn how to create a real sense of closure at the end of your workday so your mind and body can finally let go and recharge.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Yodelayheehoo New Paradigmers!The more I wake up the more I see,What is and is not true.Who I am and why I'm here,And what I can and cannot do.☉"To be or not to be? To do or not to do? Is it true or not true?" These are the questions to be asking these days.  Another one is "Is it worth my time?"  The answers to all these questions are better to be found inside first before asking another.  Honesty begins at home.  I love Byron Katie's "The Work" where the first question she wants us to ask ourselves when another person criticizes or triggers us is "Is it True?"  Soo often when we're emotionally triggered it's our own shadow (suppressed aspects of ourselves) that's disturbed when another sees it, represents it, or acts it out.  If it's true we need to go down a different road than if it's false.This full Moon in Sag will bring us some opportunities to hone our skill in getting our ego-self out of the way to allow for our higher-observer self to enlighten us.  Let's remember that what may be true for mom, dad, sister, friend, lover may not be true for us.  Then we have a situation where it is true, it's just not true for us.  Then, to go even farther, there is not just true and false, there are degrees according to our values, soul intentions, soul history, and future path.  For someone, having a steady secure job that pays the bills may be the highest priority and very true for them.  For another, having a steady secure job that pays the bills may not be as important as cooking, painting, designing, or planning an event.  So one does not have to be wrong, but it would be wrong for one to shame, coerce, or force the other to conform to their values.Lastly, especially with the Sun moving through Gemini, you have both those voices within yourself!  That's when we need to sit still, breathe, calm ourselves, take time, and feel within to determine the source of our values/needs.  Are they coming from old voices within coming from parents, teachers, or preachers?  Are they coming from social media, political, or other external "bosses?" Are they your partner/lover's values/needs?  Alongside, behind, or above all these inner voices is your intuitive self whispering softly what your soul truly values and what will bring you the greatest growth, love, power, and peace.  This is La Luna in Sag talkin' to you!  let's listen!This week's song is "I Can See Clearly Now"  https://youtu.be/MrHxhQPOO2c?si=oVIIreRPKOIDXl1kSo Much Love,Kaypacha

Find out your unique sensitivity profile and your current stress levels. Take the HSP Stress Test here: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/  What if the real problem isn't your sensitivity—but the culture you've been trying to fit into? If you've ever felt "too sensitive," misunderstood, or out of place in a fast-paced, tough-minded world, this episode will hit home. Many highly sensitive people end up questioning themselves—not because something is wrong with them, but because they've been shaped by environments that don't value depth, emotional awareness, or thoughtful pacing. This episode explores how that disconnect forms—and why it keeps you stuck seeking validation outside yourself. Understand why your sensitivity feels like a weakness in some environments—and why that belief isn't actually true Learn what your mind does when you don't feel seen or valued, and how it creates self-doubt and dependence on others Discover the powerful internal shift that allows you to feel grounded, confident, and at peace—no matter the culture you're in Press play now to stop outsourcing your self-worth and start experiencing the freedom of fully owning who you are.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Ready for deeper support? Work with me 1:1 https://trueinnerfreedom.com/working-together/ Why does your to-do list feel overwhelming… even when there's barely anything on it? If you're a highly sensitive person, you've probably felt that moment where a simple list suddenly turns into pressure, urgency, and mental overload. It's not just about having too much to do—it's about how your mind processes responsibility, meaning, and doing things well. This episode breaks down what's actually happening in real time when overwhelm hits, and why trying harder often makes it worse. Understand why urgency—not workload—is the real trigger behind your overwhelm Learn what your mind is doing that turns simple tasks into pressure and paralysis Discover a powerful shift that helps you regain clarity, space, and calm without forcing productivity Press play now to finally understand your overwhelm and start experiencing more clarity, space, and ease in your day.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

In this episode, we explore this question: Why do so many people stay stuck in relationships that are clearly hurting them? In this deeply honest and emotionally charged episode, we unpack one of the most painful dynamics in marriage: the exhausting cycle of trying to change a partner who has no intention of changing. Using the powerful story of “Annie,” we explore how addiction in marriage doesn't only show up through alcohol, gambling, or pornography—but also through the desperate hope that love, patience, reasoning, or sacrifice will eventually make someone become the partner we need them to be. This episode dives into the emotional toll of living in chronic disappointment, the hidden cost of abandoning yourself to keep a relationship intact, and the uncomfortable truth many people already know deep down: sometimes the suffering continues because we refuse to accept reality. We also discuss the concept of “relational addictions,” including the addiction to fixing, managing, rescuing, and emotionally controlling a spouse in order to preserve peace or avoid loss. Drawing from Byron Katie's framework of “My Business, Your Business, and God's Business,” this conversation offers listeners a transformative lens for understanding boundaries, emotional responsibility, self-abandonment, and personal power. If you've ever found yourself pleading with a partner to stop drinking, stop lying, stop watching porn, stop gambling, stop shutting down emotionally—or simply become the version of themselves you know they could be—this episode will hit hard. But more importantly, it may help you finally shift the focus away from controlling them and back toward reclaiming yourself. This episode is for anyone navigating marriage problems, emotional exhaustion, codependency, toxic relationship cycles, addiction recovery dynamics, or the painful realization that love alone cannot force transformation. Expect honest insights, hard truths, compassionate perspective, and practical reflection questions that challenge you to examine what you're tolerating, why you're tolerating it, and what it's costing you. Whether you're struggling in your marriage, questioning your relationship, or trying to understand why you keep holding on despite the pain, this conversation will help you get clearer on what's actually happening—and what healing might truly require. Key Takeaways Why trying to change your spouse often keeps you trapped in suffering The hidden “relational addictions” many people develop in unhealthy marriages Why high-achieving, driven people often stay stuck in toxic relationship dynamics How self-abandonment slowly becomes normalized in long-term relationships Why clarity is often more powerful than hope How to stop managing your partner's emotions and start reconnecting with yourself

Find out your unique sensitivity profile and your current stress levels. Take the HSP Stress Test here: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/ What if the reason your trauma isn't healing… is because you're trying too hard to fix it? If you're a highly sensitive person, you've probably felt the frustration of trying to "work through" something emotional—only to feel more stuck, overwhelmed, or shut down. This episode speaks directly to that experience. It challenges the common belief that healing comes from effort, logic, or pushing forward—and instead reveals why those approaches often backfire, especially for sensitive nervous systems. Understand why pushing through trauma can actually make it more resistant and harder to heal Discover why emotional experiences feel so much more intense as a highly sensitive person—and what that really means Learn a completely different, gentler approach that allows healing to unfold naturally without force or pressure Press play now to discover the counterintuitive shift that can finally help your emotional healing move forward—without force, struggle, or burnout. Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

(Part 2 of 2) My guest today, Roy, was fat as a child. As he came to terms with his alcoholism, he also found a diet that left him skinny. Then, in a meeting, an AA mentor skinny-shamed him. Join us as together Roy and I unpack his food and alcohol issues in this powerful Work on addiction.  Join Byron Katie live on Zoom every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9am/PT on Zoom Register: athomewithbyronkatie.com  

When their emotions rise, return to your side of the street. Get the Relationship Reset Guide: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/relationship-reset/ Have you ever felt responsible for calming your partner's anger—without even realizing you were doing it? If you're a highly sensitive person, emotional tension—especially anger—can feel overwhelming fast. Your system is wired to detect subtle shifts, and before you know it, you're adjusting, softening, or trying to "fix" the situation just to restore peace. But what if this automatic response is actually draining you and pulling you away from yourself? In this episode, you'll discover why your nervous system instinctively tries to manage anger and what it's really trying to protect you from. You'll learn how taking responsibility for someone else's emotions happens so subtly that you don't even notice it. You'll begin to see what changes when you allow yourself to stay present without needing to control or calm the situation. Press play now to learn how to stay grounded in yourself—even when emotions around you start to rise.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Your thoughts aren't always telling you the truth, and Byron Katie shows you how to question them. In this deeply insightful episode, you'll discover a simple yet powerful framework to break free from mental patterns that cause stress and suffering. Learn how to find clarity, peace, and a new perspective on even your toughest challenges. This is mindset work that can change everything. If you prefer video or want closed captions, you can watch all our episodes on Youtube → http://www.youtube.com/marieforleo  COME SAY HI! Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/marieforleo  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marieforleo  Facebook: http://www.Facebook.com/marieforleo  X: http://www.x.com/marieforleo  MORE RESOURCES FOR YOU:  Watch my Free Masterclass: 3 Sneaky Mistakes that Kill Productivity & Tank Profits → https://www.marieforleo.com/freeclass  How to Get Anything You Want (Free Audio Training) → https://www.marieforleo.com/how-to-get-anything-you-want  Build Your $250K Offer in Minutes Using my Proven Frameworks → https://checkout.marieforleo.com/build-your-250k-offer/  If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review!

This week's episode begins in a conversation around the idea of pleasure. What the group notices is that the experience of pleasure can be purely joyful, but that when we become attached to good feelings, we (ironically) suffer. Another thing the inquiry group notices is this idea that pleasure is somehow wrong. This leads to a deepening of the contemplation and a popcorn-style inquiry on the deeply-ingrained beliefs we have about the polarities of right and wrong, good and bad, and acceptable and unacceptable. Enjoy this conversation that leaves everything out in the open, or as Tom might put it: coming up into the light to be released.

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Recovery isn't just about what happens right after training, it's about all the little things between sessions that add up. In this episode, CTS Coach Adam Pulford breaks down the habits that quietly interfere with adaptation and leave athletes carrying more fatigue than they realize.We cover sleep, fueling, easy day intensity, stress management, post-workout recovery, and why the basics matter far more than expensive recovery gadgets or trends.HOSTAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.​​Free Cycling Training Assessment: https://trainright.com/cycling-training-assessment-welcome/Interested in working with a coach? Schedule a free consult: https://trainright.com/coaching/cycling/Self-coached athlete? Check out our TrainRight Membership: https://trainright.com/membership/Find more free resources here: https://trainright.com/blog/Resources:Recovery Podcast with Christie Aschwandan: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trainright-podcast/id1494799053?i=1000722793917 The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg: https://charlesduhigg.com/the-power-of-habit/Loving What Is by Byron Katie: https://thework.com/loving-what-is-revised-edition/Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habitsSport Psychologist: Dr Justin Ross: https://trainright.com/mental-health-skills-sports-performance-justin-ross/https://www.drjustinross.com/Recovery Window & Nutrient Timing: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3577439/https://www.mysportscience.com/post/2015/06/30/nutrition-and-acute-recoveryInfrared Sauna; Marginal Gains: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10286597/

Ready for deeper support? Work with me 1:1 https://trueinnerfreedom.com/working-together/ What if your overwhelm isn't coming from too much to do—but from something deeper you're not seeing? If you're a highly sensitive person, you've probably experienced moments where everything suddenly feels like too much—your to-do list, your relationships, even small decisions. This episode reveals why that happens and why trying to "fix" surface-level problems often doesn't work. Instead of managing the chaos, you'll learn how to identify what's actually driving it beneath the surface. Understand why emotional triggers—not your task list—are often the real source of overwhelm Learn how to quickly regain clarity and calm by addressing the root cause instead of the symptoms Discover a powerful shift that increases your energy, focus, and ability to handle life with ease Press play now to uncover the hidden cause of your overwhelm and finally experience a deeper sense of calm and control in your day.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Ready for deeper support? Work with me 1:1 https://trueinnerfreedom.com/working-together/  What if the real problem isn't your sensitivity—but the story you've been telling yourself about it? If you've ever felt like you're "too much," "too sensitive," or just harder to be than everyone else, this episode will hit home. So many highly sensitive people aren't just dealing with overstimulation—they're carrying the weight of constant self-judgment, second-guessing their needs, and wondering if they're the problem. This episode helps you see what's actually going on beneath that exhausting inner dialogue. Understand why sensitivity often turns into self-judgment—and how that creates unnecessary suffering Learn how to separate your real experience from the shame layered on top of it Discover a more supportive, grounded way to relate to your needs without questioning your worth Press play now to finally stop seeing your sensitivity as a flaw—and start understanding it in a way that changes everything.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

My guest today, Roy, was fat as a child. As he came to terms with his alcoholism, he also found a diet that left him skinny. Then, in a meeting, an AA mentor skinny-shamed him. Join us as together Roy and I unpack his food and alcohol issues in this powerful Work on addiction. (Part 1 of 2) Join Byron Katie live on Zoom every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9am/PT on Zoom Register: athomewithbyronkatie.com  

Lately my wonders and ponders have been really impactful as I'm learning things about myself I either overlooked or didn't realize. Owning my greatness has been a journey, for sure, and I am continuing to pull out bags, look at the contents, and decide to throw some of that baggage out (both literally and figuratively). I've been pondering topics like love at work, fierce conversations (like those Susan Scott tells us about in her book of the same name), attachment vs. commitment, and so much more. In this episode I share some ideas and ponderings that might look like coincidences, but are really the universe working on my behalf. I mention Marcus Buckingham's new book "Design Love In," Byron Katie's "Loving What Is," and Steve Farber's "Love is Just Damn Good Business," as well as this video which inspired the Assume - Receive - Repeat process. https://youtu.be/9CXIYKDIR3c?si=38OaxjFGttBkD7gi Here is the link for the Enlightened Leadership Lab: www.emergentculturelabs.com/leadershiplab 

Care without carrying. Grab The Empath Survival Kit: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/empath-survival-kit/ What if the way you experience overwhelm isn't a flaw—but proof that your mind is wired for depth? If you've ever felt like you think too much, feel too deeply, or get overwhelmed faster than others, this episode will hit close to home. In a world that rewards speed and toughness, being highly sensitive can feel like a disadvantage—but what if it's actually your greatest strength? This episode breaks down what's really happening beneath the surface so you can stop questioning yourself and start understanding how you're built to operate. Gain clarity on the key signs that reveal whether you're a highly sensitive person Understand the science behind why you process deeply, feel intensely, and get overwhelmed faster Learn how to work with your sensitivity instead of fighting it so you can feel more balanced and confident Press play now to finally understand your sensitivity and start turning it into one of your greatest advantages.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

This week Tom offers this prompt: imagine that you have just arrived in the body you're in, with exactly the same memories and name attached to it. What is it like imagining that none of the memories, images, or identities associated with this body-mind actually have any relevance to who you are? This little thought experiment leads to a profound group dialogue inquiring into our real nature. According to Tom, our nature is freedom. But it sure doesn't feel like that sometimes…especially when we live out the conditioning we receive as children that life is serious and you can get it wrong. If you've gotten that message and responded by either becoming extremely obedient or rebelling (which isn't freedom either), and are interested in a truer experience of who you are, this episode is for you!

Find your purpose by coming back to what's yours. Grab The Purpose Clarity Filter: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/purpose-clarity-filter/ Why does finding your purpose feel so confusing—even when you're thinking about it all the time? If you're a highly sensitive person, you've probably spent hours reflecting on your purpose… only to feel more stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure. This episode reveals why that "fog" isn't a lack of direction—but a deeper mix of internal and external influences that are clouding your clarity. Understand the real reason purpose feels so unclear—and why it's not because you're doing it wrong Learn how to separate your true desires from expectations you've absorbed from others Discover a simpler, more natural way to access clarity without overthinking or waiting for certainty Press play now to finally cut through the noise and reconnect with what's truly yours.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.    

In honor of Mother's Day, we invite you into this deeply heartfelt conversation between Byron Katie and Sage Robbins — a moving exploration of motherhood, presence, healing, and the complicated, beautiful love shared between mothers and daughters. Introduced by Tony Robbins, this episode is more than a conversation — it is a living experience of "The Work," Byron Katie's transformative method of self-inquiry that has helped millions of people find freedom from anxiety, grief, fear, stress, and emotional suffering. After spending nearly, a decade trapped in severe depression and despair, Byron Katie experienced a life-changing awakening in 1986 that completely transformed the way she understood suffering. From that experience came "The Work," four simple yet profound questions designed to help people question the stressful thoughts that keep them stuck. In this deeply personal episode, Sage vulnerably shares how discovering Byron Katie's work transformed her own life during a painful season marked by repeated miscarriages, fertility struggles, grief, and being told she had less than a one-in-a-million chance of ever becoming a mother. But at the emotional center of this conversation is Sage's relationship with her mother, who is currently living with dementia. Rather than simply discussing "The Work," Byron gently guides Sage through a real-time inquiry surrounding an emotional experience with her mother — unpacking fear, sadness, guilt, projections, and the pain so many people experience while caring for aging parents or witnessing someone they love slowly change. What unfolds is raw, heartbreaking, beautiful, and ultimately freeing. As Byron guides Sage through the process, pain begins to give way to presence, clarity, grace, and even joy — revealing how much love and connection can be missed when we become trapped inside fearful thoughts. For anyone navigating caregiving, grief, aging parents, anxiety, loss, or the emotional complexity of family relationships, this conversation may feel deeply personal. And for anyone celebrating, missing, grieving, honoring, or reflecting on a mother this Mother's Day — this episode is a reminder to slow down, become present, and truly see the people we love. It is also a beautiful tribute to Byron Katie's extraordinary legacy and the decades-long friendship she has shared with Tony and Sage Robbins. To learn more about Byron Katie and experience "The Work" for yourself, visit: www.thework.com

Shawn Mahshie, M.A., is an internationally recognized author, speaker, and self-love coach based near Washington, D.C. She specializes in helping purpose-driven women overcome burnout and self-abandonment through her signature "Living in Symmetry" approach.This system integrates her "Wheel of Self-Forgiveness" with her expertise as a Certified Facilitator of The Work of Byron Katie to transform anxiety into empowered action. Her methodology is deeply informed by her own lived experience of overcoming chronic illness and personal upheaval by learning to stand in her own corner.Through her retreats and coaching, she guides clients to build the internal safety and self-solidarity needed to live with lasting peace and confidence.Shawn's websiteShawn's coachingThe Wheel of Self-ForgivenessBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.---Thank you for listening!If you want to support the show, I've got three options and every bit helps.$5.00 PayPalhttps://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/NPKS32G8KVSN2$10.00 PayPalhttps://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/495AMDFXQFC3L$15.00 PayPalhttps://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/M7V5RREUKVD8JThank you to our Sponsors: Jane App - use code GUY1MO at https://jane.app (https://jane.app/book_a_demo)Novo Psych - novopsych.com/traumapodcast

Not sure if it's sensitivity or stress? Take the HSP Stress Test here: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/  What if waiting to feel 100% sure is the very thing keeping you stuck? If you've ever gone back and forth on a decision—analyzing every angle, imagining every outcome, yet still feeling unable to move—you're not alone. For highly sensitive people, the desire to feel fully aligned before taking action can turn even simple choices into exhausting mental loops. This episode speaks directly to that struggle and offers a more freeing way forward. Understand why your mind keeps searching for "perfect clarity" and how that's quietly holding you back Learn how to break out of the overthinking loop without abandoning your thoughtful nature Discover how true alignment actually develops after you take action—not before Press play now to finally move forward with confidence—even when you don't feel completely sure yet.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

My guest today, Elizabeth, is nearly divorced. Her soon-to-be ex is telling her kids that she isn't paying for things that she's supposed to pay for. Elizabeth thinks she needs her daughter to understand, but her daughter only wants to be cared for. Join Elizabeth and me as together we sit in this powerful inquiry into family. Join Byron Katie live on Zoom every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9am/PT on Zoom Register: athomewithbyronkatie.com

Ready for deeper support? Work with me 1:1 https://trueinnerfreedom.com/working-together/  Why does delegating feel harder than just doing everything yourself—even when you're overwhelmed? If you're a highly sensitive person who constantly feels like everything falls back on your shoulders, this episode will hit home. You want help, you try to share the load… but somehow, you stay mentally tied to everything anyway—checking, fixing, redoing, and carrying the weight even after you've delegated. It's exhausting, and it can feel like true relief is never within reach. Understand the hidden internal pattern that makes delegation feel more stressful instead of freeing Discover why your mind keeps pulling you back into responsibility—even when you've let go Learn how to begin loosening the grip of control so you can finally experience real mental space and relief Press play now to uncover the deeper reason you can't fully let go—and how to finally start feeling lighter without doing it all yourself.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Jodee Blanco is an expert on the human component of effective communication. She is the author of two New York Times bestsellers, including the seminal memoir Please Stop Laughing at Me… and the founder of INJJA (It's NOT Just Joking Around!), the first survivor-led anti-bullying program in the country. She consults for schools and corporations and has taught at The University of Chicago and New York University.Mentioned on the ShowLearn more about Jodee Blanco on her website: https://www.jodeeblanco.com/Connect with Jodee Blanco on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeeblancoGet Jodee's book, Please Stop Laughing at Me (updated, 2022): https://a.co/d/0895F99HAlso mentioned on the show: The Anger Trap by Les Carter (https://a.co/d/04r3ox0r) and Loving What Is by Byron Katie (about “The Work,” Byron Katie's technique: https://a.co/d/03msu0XT) Listen to Jennifer Fraser, PhD on the People Business Podcast talking about the gaslit brain: https://peoplebusinesspodcast.com/jenniferfraser/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/qpPYdAKmiCY?si=DylW7mNGnQn7M4gLTimestamps(00:00:00) – Jodee Blanco sits down with O'Brien McMahon on People Business(00:02:37) – What's the backstory behind Please Stop Laughing at Me, Jodee's book about bullying?(00:05:44) – What form did Jodee's bullying take: physical, mental, or otherwise? (00:10:49) – How can victims of bullying rebuild self-confidence?(00:15:16) – Where is the line between turning suffering into power versus tipping over into vengeance?(00:23:09) – Joking around: how to distinguish between joking and bullying.(00:33:11) – How to help people who are prone to negative reactions build grit, resilience, and hardiness.(00:40:22) – Truth: determining what is true about a circumstance and how truth relates to bullying.(00:48:53) – Jodee is available to talk to you, your school, or your business about bullying and communication.

This week's episode is a group inquiry on the thought “I need my discontent” and in the exploration of what it's like living from this belief, what surfaces is the real reason we hold onto it so tightly: feeling like we need justification. Notice: without the idea that you need to justify something (maybe ending a partnership, choosing a career path, making a big move…) do you still need to hold onto discontent? Or is discontent only necessary when it's being used as proof that we have to do what we simply would like to do? Without the need for justification and discontent, what would be possible? What actions could you take for the simple reason that you want to take them?

Not sure if it's sensitivity or stress? Take the HSP Stress Test here: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/  Why does social connection sometimes leave you feeling deeply fulfilled… and other times completely drained? If you're a highly sensitive person, you've probably noticed that your social life doesn't feel consistent—sometimes it energizes you, and other times it overwhelms or leaves you feeling empty. This episode dives into why that happens and helps you understand what your system is actually responding to beneath the surface, so you can stop second-guessing yourself and start finding a rhythm that truly supports you. Understand why some interactions feel nourishing while others quietly drain your energy Learn what your sensitivity is really telling you about connection and alignment Discover how to create a balanced social life that feels steady, supportive, and natural Press play now to finally understand your unique balance with connection—and start creating interactions that genuinely energize and support you.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Care without carrying. Grab The Empath Survival Kit:   https://trueinnerfreedom.com/empath-survival-kit/ Why do you feel completely drained after helping someone… even when you genuinely care? If you're a highly sensitive person, you've probably noticed this pattern: you show up, listen deeply, and support others—but somehow walk away feeling heavy, foggy, or exhausted. It's confusing because caring is natural to you. This episode breaks down what's really happening beneath the surface and why your nervous system may be working overtime without you realizing it. Understand the hidden difference between empathy and emotional entanglement—and why it matters Discover why "caring more" or "pulling back" never actually solves the exhaustion Learn how to stay present and supportive without absorbing what isn't yours Press play now to learn how to care deeply without carrying what was never yours—and finally protect your energy without losing your heart.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Looking to reduce your stress as an HSP? Take the HSP Stress Test here: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/  What if your stress isn't coming from what you think—and that's why it never fully goes away? If you're a highly sensitive person who's doing all the "right" things—resting more, setting boundaries, practicing self-care—but still feeling a lingering undercurrent of stress, this episode will hit home. The truth is, most approaches only address part of the problem, leaving you stuck in a cycle of temporary relief followed by burnout or emotional overwhelm. Understand the two hidden sources of stress and why addressing only one keeps you stuck Learn how to practice self-care in a way that truly restores your energy instead of just managing symptoms Discover how attachment silently fuels emotional tension—and how to finally begin letting go with ease Press play to uncover the missing piece in your stress relief strategy and start experiencing deeper, lasting calm today.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Tonia, my guest today, made her daughter an Easter basket, and her daughter never said thank you. This has left Tonia feeling unacknowledged and unappreciated. Join Tonia and me for this powerful mother-daughter Work.

This week's episode looks at an old faithful belief: He/she/they took advantage of me. From having cab drivers hold back five bucks from your change to being hoodwinked in a business deal or transaction, we've all likely experienced something that caused us to pick up this belief that we can be taken advantage of. In some cases, like one of the brave and vulnerable shares in this episode, that belief is very well backed-up with some horrifying past images and experiences. In these cases, it's pretty radical to open to the idea that what Byron Katie says might be true – if people could do better, they would. Whether this sounds like spiritual bypassing to you, or something in you is curious about what it might be like to live from this perspective, we invite you to follow along in this profound inquiry with a situation from your own life where you believed you were taken advantage of.

SYNOPSIS:This episode explores the idea that creativity is fundamentally embodied rather than purely mental. Gary describes the body as an “interface” or instrument through which creative energy flows, emphasizing that without the body, expression itself wouldn't be possible. Creativity is framed as a collaborative process – between body, mind, and a larger “divine” or universal intelligence – rather than something generated solely by individual effort. Gary and host, Ali Mezey, challenge the common mind-body split and reframe the body as an active participant in creative expression, not just a vessel.A central theme is the role of somatic practices (movement, breathwork, dance) in unlocking creativity. Gary shares his personal journey from disconnection and shame around the body to rediscovering it as a source of intelligence and creative flow. Through somatic work, he was able to release stored tension, trauma, and self-judgment, which had previously blocked his creative expression. The conversation highlights how presence in the body – rather than over-identification with thoughts or past experiences – can open access to what is often described as “the zone” or a flow state.The discussion also touches on identity, trauma, and how experiences are “held” in the body. While both Ali and Gary acknowledge that emotions and trauma can manifest physically, they question simplistic or overly rigid interpretations of this idea. They emphasize the importance of approaching the body with curiosity and presence rather than trying to “fix” it. The body is seen as intelligent and self-organizing, capable of healing when given the right conditions, though not everything can or needs to be resolved.Finally, the conversation addresses the practical side of creativity – discipline, skill, and sharing work with others. While creativity may flow naturally, bringing it into the world often requires structure, support, and persistence. Gary reframes discipline as something that can be supported through somatic awareness and addressing internal resistance (like the inner critic). Ultimately, creativity is portrayed as both a deeply personal and relational process – one that involves not only expression but also connection, refinement, and, for many, the courage to be seen. MORE ALI MEZEY:Website:  www.alimezey.comBody Mapping Video LibraryPersonal Geometry® and the Magic of Mat Work Course information:www.alimezey.com/personal-geometry-foundationsTransgenerational Healing Films: www.constellationarts.comConstellation Work is a highly effective method to delve into healing transgenerational trauma, unburdening consequent generations from the influences of traumas which can be transmitted epigenetically.MORE GARY GOTTSELIG:GARY BIO: Gary Gottselig is a Creative Ignition Coach, author of #1 Amazon Best-selling poetry book, A Legacy of Rainbows and creator of Unleashed Somatic Dance.He works with writers, poets, and creatives who know they have a book inside them but keep getting stuck. Through somatic practices, breathwork, and movement, he helps them burn through self-judgment so they can finally write the book that's been waiting to come through them.He is deeply passionate about embodied liberation and how it unlocks deeper creativity and authentic self-expression.GARY LINKS:STARTS TOMORROW (April 28th) SO JOIN NOW!Blaze Across the Page: 7 Day Challenge to Burn through Self-Judgment So You Can Start Writing(Launches Tuesday, April 28th. Doors close Friday, May 1st at midnight)Book a Creative Breakthrough Call with GaryFor writers who've been putting their book off and are ready to startInstagram: @garyunleashedGet a Copy of His Poetry BookIf you would like to receive a link to watch/listen to Gary's guided somatic process to unleash more of your creativity, please write: connect@thebrilliantbodypodcast.com and we'll send it! Due to copyright issues, we couldn't do it otherwise.More show notes on the way!

Ready to reduce stress as an HSP? Work with me 1:1: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/working-together/  Have you ever been in a relationship where you suddenly feel like… you're not really there anymore? If you're a highly sensitive person, you might pride yourself on being deeply connected, attentive, and caring. But what if that very strength is quietly pulling you away from yourself? This episode speaks directly to those moments where you feel overwhelmed, drained, or strangely disconnected—even when everything seems "fine" on the surface. You'll begin to see how losing your internal sense of space isn't about needing distance from others… but about losing connection with yourself. Understand why you feel overwhelmed or drained in relationships that should feel good Recognize the subtle moment when you begin to lose yourself in connection Learn how to stay deeply connected to others without abandoning your own experience Press play now to discover how to stay fully present in your relationships—without ever losing yourself again.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Yiching, my guest today, believes that her mother loves her brother more than her. The money, food, time, and attention her mom gives her brother leave Yiching feeling left out, lonely, and disconnected. Join us for this powerful mother-daughter Work.  Join Byron Katie live on Zoom every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9am/PT on Zoom Register: athomewithbyronkatie.com

Defensiveness feels so natural — like self-protection — but it quietly destroys connection and growth in marriage. In this episode, we unpack why defensiveness is one of the most corrosive behaviors in relationships, how it protects your ego at the expense of true intimacy, and what it really costs you and your partner.We explore:How marriage is designed to grow you up — and why defensiveness fights against that purposeThe Gottman Institute's “Four Horsemen” and why defensiveness is so dangerousThe ego's role in defensiveness and the powerful Byron Katie quote: “Defense is the first act of war”What defensiveness looks like in real life (one-up and one-down versions)The irony of pushing away the mirror while your spouse and kids clearly see your blind spotsBrené Brown's insights on armor, shame, and daring to take feedback from people who are “in the arena” with youMost importantly, we share practical tools to overcome defensiveness:Simple phrases that keep your mind open instead of closedHow to shift from defending to truly listening and taking responsibilityThe courage required for real intimacy: being willing to know and be knownIf you've ever felt yourself getting defensive during a hard conversation, or wondered why connection feels blocked in your relationship, this episode will give you both awareness and hope.Journaling Questions for the Week:How does my functioning change when my ego gets hurt or criticized?What wisdom do I want to remember the next time I feel myself getting defensive?What do I want to remember to say or do the next time I feel myself getting defensive?If this episode resonated with you, please leave a 5-star review and share it with a couple who might need it. Small changes in how we respond can create big ripples in our marriages.Be kind to each other this week — it's the small things done often that make the biggest impact.Resources Mentioned:The Gottman InstituteDaring to Lead by Brené BrownByron Katie's workGet in TouchWebsite: MasterYourMarriage.usInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/masteryourmarriageFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MasterYourMarriage/

Dasa and Andy discuss "The Work" -- a process of examining your thoughts and reality developed by Byron Katie. They broadly discuss the theory and then apply it to various thoughts golfers have that cause them suffering.

Book a Connection Call: https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/schedule-call/ Your suffering is rarely about what is actually happening. It is about the story your brain builds around it. In this episode, Jennifer gets raw about leaving a conference early, the fear that had been living in her body for years, and the moment she finally recognized the story underneath all of it. She breaks down why your brain creates these narratives, how to instantly tell the difference between a story and a fact, and the four questions from Byron Katie's The Work that can completely dismantle a story that feels absolutely true. If you are an entrepreneur, business owner, or high achiever who keeps hitting the same emotional walls, this episode is for you. Ready to stop letting the story run the show? Book a free Connection Call at jenniferdawncoaching.com and find out what is actually possible for you. https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/schedule-call/ Visit us at the following channels: jenniferdawncoaching.com https://www.instagram.com/jenniferdawn.coaching/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdawn/ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 She left the conference early and here is what happened 00:52 The fear that was never about the conference 01:36 Story is the definition of suffering 02:01 The stories we create to protect ourselves 03:14 How stories keep your safety rules in place 03:46 "I'm no good at sales" and other business stories 04:05 "There's never enough time" and what it is really protecting 06:35 The business stories that are holding you back 07:11 How to tell the difference between a story and a fact 07:41 Ask yourself: is this actually true or does it just feel true? 08:43 Byron Katie's four questions to dismantle the story 10:25 Closing and invitation to connect #happyproductivepodcast #entrepreneurmindset #businessowner #fearmindset #mindsetshift #innerwork #selfawareness #womenentrepreneurs #businesscoach #personaldevelopment #byronkatie #limitingbeliefs #emotionalintelligence #successmindset #overthinking #selfsabotage #motivationforwomen #smallbusinessowner #fearoffailure #soulalignment

This week's episode brings you a beautiful and profound group inquiry that begins with considering the possibility that who and what we are is actually good. Tom has brought up this line of inquiry many times before, but in this setting what comes up is one of the main fears that blocks us from experiencing ourselves as good: the fear of getting hurt. It seems logical, right? If we're loving and open, we could theoretically get hurt more easily. For many of us, the solution we come up with is to close our hearts off from others. Interestingly, this contributes to our sense of ourselves as Not Good people. But what if there's no need to close our hearts? What if the hurt we've experienced actually comes from a lack of openness to something? What if we don't have to fear getting ‘hurt,' and can allow ourselves to live our loving nature?

Stephanie, my guest today, desperately wants to see her grandchildren. But when she asks, her son makes excuses, and she feels rejected. As she sits in her Judge-Your-Neighbor Worksheet, a powerful exploration of unconditional love unfolds. Let's do The Work! Join Byron Katie live on Zoom every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9am/PT on Zoom Register: athomewithbyronkatie.com

Order my new book, The Price of Becoming... www.LearningLeader.com/Becoming This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. My Guest: Nir Eyal is a Stanford lecturer, behavioral designer, and bestselling author who has spent his career at the intersection of psychology, technology, and human behavior. He's one of the most rigorous thinkers alive on why people do what they do, and what it actually takes to change. Notes Julie introduced Nir to the Turnaround technique. Nir and Julie met the first week of college in 1997 and have been married since 2001. A big part of the genesis of Beyond Belief came from Julie introducing Nir to this technique called The Turnaround, which comes out of the work from Byron Katie, that she used with her mother to repair the relationship she had with her mom. A limiting belief is a belief that saps motivation and increases suffering. It does that by creating short-term relief from discomfort. "I hate public speaking, I'm no good at public speaking, so I'm going to avoid public speaking." You reduce your motivation to go on stage, providing yourself temporary relief, but long-term suffering. The Turnaround helps you collect a portfolio of perspectives. The problem is that our minds hate changing beliefs. We use these beliefs to justify passivity. A turnaround helps you identify many different kinds of beliefs, and then you can choose the ones that serve you versus the ones that hurt you. Your conscious mind can only process 50 bits of information per second. Your brain is processing 11 million bits of information (the sound of a voice, light hitting your retinas, the ambient temperature of the room). Your conscious mind is not aware of all this. Your brain has to filter out and leaves you with 0.00045% of the information that's coming in. The brain sees reality through a tiny pinhole of attention. It's the difference between reading a simple sentence or War and Peace twice every second. In order to make sense of all this data coming in, the brain has to see reality through a tiny pinhole of attention, just a tiny fraction of reality you're actually consciously aware of. The brain makes predictions based on our beliefs. How does the brain make sense of all this information? It has to make predictions, and those predictions are based on our beliefs. We call this predictive processing. Everything you experience, everything you see, everything you feel, and everything you're inspired to do is determined by the three powers of belief. The three powers of belief: The power of attention changes what you see The power of anticipation changes how you feel The power of agency changes what you do Limiting beliefs hide themselves. A limiting belief, by definition, is hidden because we think that what we see is accurate. We all think that what we experience is a fact. "I saw it for myself. I'm stating my truth. This is the way things are." But that's not true at all. The way the brain processes information is woefully inadequate to put that burden of truth on it. The Turnaround uses four questions to challenge limiting beliefs.  Is it true? Is it 100% absolutely true? Who am I when I hold onto this belief? Who would I be without this belief? Nir's story: "My mother is too judgmental and hard to please." Nir sent his mom flowers for her 74th birthday. She said, "Thank you very much. But just so you know, the flowers were half dead. Don't order from that florist again." Nir instantly became his 13-year-old self and blurted out, "Well, that's the last time I order you flowers again." Venting is terrible. It does nothing but reinforce your beliefs about people because not only do we not see reality clearly, we certainly don't see other people clearly. We see our beliefs about people. We don't see reality as it is. We see reality as we are. The Turnaround opened up new possibilities for Nir. In 30 seconds, he determined: (1) that belief may not be true, (2) it doesn't really serve him, and (3) there might be a better way to be. He could actually be happier without that belief. The brain hates changing its mind. The turnaround asks you to look at the diametric opposite of your belief. We have a psychological immune system. Just like if you get a splinter in your finger, your body will mount an immune defense. The same happens in our minds. The more you feel "that's crazy, I don't wanna think that way, that can't be true," the more you need to explore it. Nir found four beliefs instead of one: My mother is too judgmental and hard to please My mother is NOT too judgmental and hard to please (maybe she was just conveying information) I am too judgmental and hard to please (I had rehearsed a script of effusive praise I wanted) I am too judgmental and hard to please towards myself (I felt incompetent that the flowers didn't work out) "Beliefs are tools, not truths." This is the most important thing Nir can convey. Which one of those four beliefs is true? All of them. None of them. Who cares? Beliefs are tools, not truths. Facts, faith, and beliefs are three different things.  A fact is an objective truth about reality. It is so whether you believe it or not. The world is more like a sphere than it is flat. That is an objective fact.  Faith is a conviction that does not require evidence.  A belief is a conviction that is open to revision based on new evidence. Most problems come from thinking faith is a fact. Too many people think that their faith is a fact, and the things they think are facts are nothing more than beliefs, which are changeable. That's where most of our problems come from: interpersonal problems, personal problems, geopolitical problems. The original belief left Nir powerless. "My mom is too judgmental and hard to please" only has one way out: she has to change so I could be happy. Good luck. The other three beliefs, Nir could do something about. They were in his control. That enabled him. It freed him. It was liberating. Misattribution of emotion: hurt people hurt people. When we feel bad inside, if you've ever been bullied or been a bully yourself, this is always what happens. When you feel crappy on the inside, the first person you can find, you're going to punch him in the face, either physically or verbally, because you feel crappy. That's what Nir did to his mom because he felt bad. So now she should feel bad. How to handle narcissists: acknowledge they're operating with the best tools they have. That person is a narcissist? Awesome, because you don't have to be around them. But narcissists are operating from the best tools they have. It doesn't mean you have to include them in your life, but how do you stop suffering because of them? Acknowledge they are, and reduce your suffering around them. Nir called his mom and apologized. He said, "I'm so sorry for my behavior. I realize that you were trying to help me. You were conveying information about the flowers, so I wouldn't order from that florist. Thank you for that." That call completely changed their relationship. We expect people to change, but we can't even change ourselves. We can't do the simplest habits like eating better, exercising more, and managing our time. Why are we expecting other people to change? "Love is measured by the benefit of the doubt." When Nir's daughter was born, and he held her for the first time, he felt overwhelming adoration. Five minutes ago, she didn't exist, and now he loved her more than anything. He gave her complete, total benefit of the doubt. Why? She didn't do anything. She never sent him flowers. Babies poop, they need food all the time, they cry. But he never said, "she's crying to annoy me." We give babies the ultimate benefit of the doubt. Why don't we give adults the benefit of the doubt? When those babies grow up and become adults, we don't give them the benefit of the doubt. The narcissist in your life, the person who offends you, the person that hurts you, those are the best tools they have. It doesn't mean you have to be with them or include them in your life. The requirement is: how do you figure out how to stop suffering, to be at peace? We're constantly judging everything. Somebody cuts you off in traffic. Jerk. There's a line at the burrito place. The business thing didn't work out. The stock market goes down. Judging, judging, judging all day long. Good, bad, good, bad, good, bad. Expecting things to be different than they are. These are all limiting beliefs, and all they do is make us suffer. "We don't have relationship problems. We have belief problems." The problem is your belief that something should be different from what it is. It's like asking Nir's daughter to speak Russian. She can't speak Russian. What am I expecting? She doesn't have that ability. Why should I have expectations that people should meet my expectations? Nir and Julie now collaborate instead of argue. Since they started using the Turnaround technique, they used to have disagreements. Now they collaborate. If there's a very smart person, much smarter than Nir, who has an opinion, who he respects deeply and loves and admires, why would he fight with that person? He would collaborate with that person. Different perspectives are an asset to collect. If Nir sees things one way and Julie sees them differently, that's amazing. A new perspective. It's like collecting Pokémon cards. You've gotta get 'em all. Now with more perspectives, he can pick the best one. Writing sessions with Tim Urban, Shane Snow, and Mark Manson. Nir would work on his own and get distracted. But when he had other authors around him, they would sit down, write for 45 minutes, take a 15-minute break, write for 45 minutes, take a 15-minute break. They'd do that for three hours every morning. Not only is it inspiring, it keeps you on track. Find a focus friend. Somebody you can go to a coffee shop with and say, "I really need to focus. Let's keep each other accountable. Let's just work next to each other." Just like working side by side and seeing that other person also working on the stuff they should be working on keeps you accountable. Comparison is the thief of joy. Sometimes it can be tricky to be in a room with people who are super successful. Nir was the least successful author there at the time. You have to put it in perspective and know it's not about the outcome, it's about the journey. The best thing you can do is do the work. Time boxing is better than to-do lists. To-do lists are one of the worst things you can do for personal productivity because there's no constraint. You can always add more things to a to-do list. You come home from work every day and say, "I still have all these things I haven't done on my to-do list."  A time box calendar is the most well-researched time management technique. What's much more effective than a to-do list is planning out what you're going to do and when you're going to do it. This is called an implementation intention. The goal now becomes not to finish anything. The goal is to work on that task for as long as you said you would without distraction. Make time to do the work, to turn your values into time. That's the secret to avoiding comparison. You put in the time to do the work. When you have it on your calendar, the goal is doing the work, not finishing the work. Lucky people literally see reality differently. They did a study where they asked people who were self-described lucky or unlucky to count the number of photographs in a newspaper. The unlucky people took on average two and a half minutes. The lucky people took 11 seconds. Why? On page two, one of the images said in big, bold text, "There are 43 images in this paper. Collect your prize." The unlucky people never saw it. Their brains took in the information, but it never became part of their conscious awareness. Entrepreneurs see $100 bills on the ground when everybody's walking over them. That is driven by beliefs. You believe you can will things to change. Walter Isaacson, in his biography of Steve Jobs, talked about his reality distortion field. That's exactly what this is. Entrepreneurs tend to be way more optimistic. They believe that lucky things happen to them, and so they see opportunities. "With our luck, it's going to be a bright, beautiful, sunny day." So many people say "with my luck" and follow it with something bad or negative. This belief and mindset of saying "with our luck" followed by something extremely positive is contagious and enjoyable. "Everything good happens to us." Nir's family says this whenever something good happens. There's no line at the TSA. "Everything good happens to us." The food was good. "Everything good happens to us." Little things, big things. Do more good things happen to them than bad things? Maybe, maybe not. Who cares? Beliefs are tools, not truths. When you believe those things, you notice them more. Your life actually does seem magical, blessed, like you're always lucky. 60% of opportunities are provoked luck. They studied super successful entrepreneurs and VCs and found that 60% of their opportunities provoked luck. They provoked the lucky thing that happened. How? Something as simple as sending a note of gratitude. Never hold back on a compliment. They're free. You get so much back from them. Thank you notes create provoked luck. Tina Seelig writes thank you notes compulsively. She wrote a thank you note to somebody. The thank-you note landed on someone's desk. You're sitting at your desk with things to do, and here's a thank you note, and to the right is your laptop with an email about a new opportunity. Who is going to get the call about that opportunity? You're top of mind. "Ryan's such a nice guy. He sent me that note. I'm going to call Ryan about that opportunity." Changing Nir's relationship with his mom changed his relationship with his daughter. Love is measured by the benefit of the doubt. When Nir started giving his daughter the benefit of the doubt, it pushed him to figure it out with his mom because he needed to give her the benefit of the doubt as he would want his daughter to give him the same. He's doing his best. He's not perfect. He makes mistakes. Those are the tools he's got.  You go from loving your kid to liking them. Nir and his daughter went skiing together for his birthday. The entire three hour car ride up, the entire three-hour car ride back, they were chatting. They wrote an article together in the car. You always love your kid. As soon as your kid's born, you love them. But if you do your job right and things fall into place and you're very lucky, you like them. And that's a game changer. Reflection Questions What limiting belief are you holding onto where someone else has to change? What are three other ways to look at that same situation that would put the control back in your hands? Are you treating your beliefs like facts or like tools? Which beliefs are you holding because they're true, and which ones are you holding because they serve you? Who in your life are you not giving the benefit of the doubt? What would change if you gave them some grace? More Learning: #554 - Tim Urban: Become a High Rung Thinker #342 - Shane Snow: The #1 Leadership Skill is Intellectual Humility #596 - Arthur Brooks: The Art & Science of Happiness  Podcast Chapters 02:19 Julie Introduced Nir to The Turnaround  04:28 Limiting Beliefs: How They Sap Motivation  07:51 Your Brain Filters 99.99% of Reality  10:17 The Flower Story: When Nir Became His 13-Year-Old Self  12:41 The Four Questions That Change Everything  15:25 Finding Four Beliefs Instead of One  19:08 Beliefs Are Tools, Not Truths  22:52 Narcissists Are Using Their Best Tools  27:53 Focus Friends: Writing with Tim Urban, Shane Snow, and Mark Manson  31:09 Comparison Is the Thief of Joy  32:04 Time Boxing Beats To-Do Lists  35:04 We Don't Have Relationship Problems, We Have Belief Problems  35:59 Why Nir and Julie Don't Fight Anymore  38:25 Explaining Worlds vs Changing People  42:03 You Can't Write Clearly If You Can't Think Clearly  43:23 Lucky People See $100 Bills on the Ground  46:29 "With Our Luck, It's Gonna Be a Beautiful Day"  49:38 Thank You Notes Create Provoked Luck  52:42 From Loving Your Kid to Liking Them  56:16 EOPC

(Part 2 of 2) NB and Melanie are my guests in this episode. NB is finding life boring and empty. Melanie is hurt that her aunt won't call her. They both feel all alone. Get still, open your mind, and join us, as together we inquire into the cause of suffering and how to end it. Let's Do The Work!  Join Byron Katie live on Zoom every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9am/PT on Zoom Register: athomewithbyronkatie.com

I spent an entire school term working as a counsellor at a primary school. 19 kids on my roster. And what I learned sitting with them changed how I think about what parents need to know right now. In this episode I break down the 3 biggest things I saw coming up over and over again:  screen time and what it is really doing  why so many kids have stopped talking to their parents and  why what your child is doing online is not as safe as you think.  I share what worked in my sessions, what I heard from parents and teachers, and how this experience has shaped what I want to do next. If you are a parent doing your best and still feeling like something is off with your kid, this episode is for you.

NB and Melanie are my guests in this episode. NB is finding life boring and empty. Melanie is hurt that her aunt won't call her. They both feel all alone. Get still, open your mind, and join us, as together we inquire into the cause of suffering and how to end it. Let's Do The Work! (Part 1 of 2)