Podcasts about self knowledge

Happy Italian American Heritage Month! In honor of that, I wanted to reair an incredible episode with my friend and Italian sister, December Rose aka Rosie! This episode is for anyone trying to heal generational trauma, find their voice and embrace the best parts of their roots. I hope you enjoy it! Thanks for taking this trip down memory lane with me during my maternity leave. LOVE YOU! On The Guest:  Today's guest is December Rose aka Rosie. She's a singer/songwriter, Italian culture content creator, vocal coach, and founder of December Rose Studios. Some of Rosie's career highlights include studying at the Royal Conservatory of Music, winning a New Artist Spotlight award from Blastro.com and getting awarded New Music Weekly's Top 40 Artist of the Year on the same ballot as Billie Eilish and Shawn Mendes. I love how open Rosie is about everything: From how hard it is to stick with it as an artist when you don't feel successful, to calling out and putting a stop to unhealthy family dynamics…Rosie's just a really brave person and someone I am excited to share with you. From this conversation you'll learn:Why there are many ways to “make it” as a musicianHow to approach your artistry as a businessHow to reparent yourself and heal your inner childHow to write about your familyHow to TRULY have faithThe benefits in walking through open doorsAdvice for building self-love and self-trust

What does knowing yourself have to do with following Jesus? Christian self-knowledge has nothing to do with vanity or obsession with ourselves but about learning to see ourselves truthfully in the light of Christ. The closer we draw to God, the more clearly we begin to recognize both who he created us to be and the places within us that still need his grace. In this first episode of our series on knowing ourselves, we lay the foundation for the importance of self knowledge. We talk about the difference between our identity and our personality, the danger of self-deception, and why recognizing our weaknesses doesn't have to lead to shame or discouragement. Instead, honest self-knowledge can become an invitation to deeper freedom and transformation in Christ. Future Series Themes: The Important of Knowing Yourself in the Christian Life The Four Tempraments (How we are wired) Our Predominant Faults (Where we most need grace) Spiritual Gifts For reflections, formation, and community, FOLLOW Draw Near on Social Media: Instagram Facebook! TikTok YouTube Like our podcast? Hit that “follow” button and tell your friends. :) Click here to become a patron! We wouldn't be "Draw Near" without your support! Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our home page. Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell

Continuing with Mat Leave! This is an episode with my spiritual teacher and friend! This episode TOTALLY changed the way I view regret. I hope it does the same for you! One more week and then I'm back with live episodes :) On The Guest: Mitra Rahbar is an Iranian born multi-hyphenate who immigrated to the states when she was just a teenager. She's an author, singer, artist, and a spiritual guide, healer, and teacher to stars such as Jennifer Aniston, Courtney Cox, Megan Fox, Sheryl Crow and people like you and me.From this conversation you'll learn:Why falling down and staying down is progressWhy pain is such a vital part of lifeHow to love and accept the times you don't know what to doWhy not knowing means you're not ready to knowHow and why to live life without expectationsWhy vulnerability is the biggest sign of strengthThe process of building empathyHow to stop living with regretThe strength in acknowledging pain while your experiencing itLiving in your past vs. living in your presentThe problem with making goals your sole focusYour mission vs your goalHow social media can and should be usedAnd so much more!

HI cutie! My Maternity leave continues with another BEST OF from Unleash! This one is with the great Colin Bedell AKA Queer Cosmos and we're talking all about astrology! Ever since my baby Leo was born, I've been obsessed with diving into his birth chart- I have the zodiac on the brain! ENJOY this episode --both a fun and informative one! Astrology is my fave. We will be back in October. Until then, enjoy these gorgeous eppys! On The Guest:Today's guest is Colin Bedell. He's a  nondenominational, strengths-based Astrologer looking to queer the cosmos and provide secular approaches to personal, relational, and professional development. His work has been seen in Cosmo Magazine, discovery plus, his amazing Instagram, @QueerCosmos and countless podcasts, including his own, Good Risings! NOTE: We have an amazing discussion at the top about life, self-development, Colin's career journey and the difference between self-acceptance and self-enabling, but if you just want the astrology deep dive, skip to minute 28!From this conversation you'll learn:Why Everything is the same everywhereThe Difference between self-acceptance and enablingWhat the Big Three (Sun, Moon & Rising Sign) REALLY are and what they mean about you/your journeyThe best place in the chart to look for career developmentWhere in your chart to look to find information about your creativity and careerHow to develop self-trustHow to not run away from fear but the face it and embrace itThe importance of meditation to seal off your dayWhy Catholic and Italian Culture actually pairs beautifully with astrologyFollow Colin: @queercosmos

Hi CUTIE! I'm still out on maternity leave with my precious baby Leo. Check out my instagram to learn more and see some cute pictures of him! While I'm out, I wanted to I wanted to reshare one of my favorite episodes with my friend Nisha. In this one she shared how during the pandemic she completely started her life over- and why sometimes burning your life down is exactly what you need to get the freedom you dream of. Check it out and send me all your powerful good energy to help me be the best/most creative Mama I can be! MWAH! Do you ever feel like you're trapped by expectations, afraid to make bold moves in your creative journey? What if the key to unlocking your full potential is to embrace burning it all down and starting fresh? Today's guest is platinum-certified and Grammy-nominated songwriter Nisha, who has amassed over 300 million streams. She's sharing her powerful story of artistic reinvention and how embracing setbacks and maintaining high standards has shaped her career and life.From this conversation, you'll learn:-How to embrace change and navigate personal transformation-The importance of maintaining high standards to protect your artistic integrity & creativity-Practical advice on handling setbacks and failures as an artist-Tips for balancing ambition with personal well-being-The simple advice Nisha gave me that changed my lifeMore on Nisha: Nisha's music has been heard across the globe, from the U.S. to India and South America, earning recognition in Rolling Stone, Hulu, NBC, and Netflix. Beyond her hits, she's a mentor helping artists navigate the ups and downs of the creative industry, while staying grounded in their true identity.-https://thisisnisha.com/#about

Romans 13:11-14https://innerworkteachings.com/https://theosisbooks.org/"Essence Unveiled: The Seven Planetary Types of Gurdjieff's Enneagram and the Work of Self-Knowledge" by Theodore J. Nottingham is on Amazon, Kindle, Audible:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HH8KW7CZ

On "First Person Authority" (1984). What warrants our superior knowledge of our own mental states, as oppose to those of others? Why is this not obvious? Read along with us. You can choose to watch this on video. Subscribe to Closereads at patreon.com/closereadsphilosophy; follow us there via the free tier to get many other episodes like this one ad free, or pay us to get part 2 and everything else we've recorded. (Alternatively, support both PEL and Closereads at patreon.com/partiallyexaminedlife for a nice combo deal.)

Hi Babes! I wanted to reshare one of my favorite minisodes I've done while I'm out on Mat leave. Enjoy and have a great week! MWAH Original Description: Have you ever felt like you shouldn't start something because “Everyone else is doing it” or “the space is too crowded?” Today we'll discuss the Myth of Crowded spaces and what that has to do with candles. Promise it will make sense later From This Episode, You'll learn:-Why I believe there's no such thing as "too crowded of a space"-The reason your idea will work-How a story about candles gives you the ultimate retort to anyone trying to discourage your dreams!

In this episode of the International Enneagram Association podcast, Leslie Hershberger speaks with Maria Beesing, co-founder of the IEA and co-author of “The Enneagram: A Journey of Self-Discovery,” which was published in 1984. Maria reflects on four decades teaching the Enneagram and its main purpose to know one's own type. She talks about the evolution of her own understanding of this tool, which continues to broaden and deepen, and the shift she has noticed for more inclusivity in the last 35 years. She also discusses what she hopes for the next generation, which is to know themselves and trust their creator.Connect with us:Web: internationalenneagram.orgIEA Enneagram Experience 2025: ieaexperience.comJoin the email list: administration@internationalenneagram.orgLeslie Hershberger:Web: lesliehershberger.comFacebook: Leslie HershbergerLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lesliehershbergerMaria Beesing:Book: The Enneagram: A Journey of Self Discovery by Maria Beesing, Robert J.Nogosel and Patrick H. O'LearySeth "Creek" Creekmore: IG: @_creekmorePod: Fathoms | An Enneagram PodcastPod: Awareness to Action Enneagram PodcastPod: Delusional Optimism with Dr. BLindsey Marks:IG: @lindseyfaithdmPod: Fathoms | An Enneagram PodcastLee Fields:Web: enneagrammatic.comIG: @enneagrammaticSeth Abram:IG: @integratedenneagramPod: Fathoms | An Enneagram PodcastFlemming Christensen:Web: flemmingchristensen.comTrainings: flemmingchristensen.com/trainingThe Enneagram Life Theme: flemmingchristensen.com/enneagram-life-theme.htmlBook: “The Enneagram and why your blind type matters”IG: @flemmingchristensencomFB: Flemming ChristensenLinkedIn: Flemming Christensen

On "First Person Authority" (1984). What warrants our superior knowledge of our own mental states, as oppose to those of others? Why is this not obvious? Read along with us. You can choose to watch this on video. Subscribe to Closereads at patreon.com/closereadsphilosophy; follow us there via the free tier to get many other episodes like this one ad free, or pay us to get part 2 and everything else we've recorded. (Alternatively, support both PEL and Closereads at patreon.com/partiallyexaminedlife for a nice combo deal.) The post Closereads: Donald Davidson on Self-Knowledge (Part One) first appeared on The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast.

Why Leading with Honesty, Lying, and Anxiety Are All Connected Leading with honesty starts with the courage to stand in truth, even when it is uncomfortable. The Hidden Roots of Dishonesty: Where Lying Begins Most people learn to lie very early in life — not out of malice, but out of self-preservation. People-Pleasing as a Form of Dishonesty People-pleasing is one of the most common — and most overlooked — forms of dishonesty. The Shame Cycle That Feeds More Lying Each dishonest act produces internal shame, which, ironically, drives further dishonesty. Anxiety, the Nervous System, and the Need to Lie Lying and anxiety are deeply intertwined. How Living in Fight-or-Flight Fuels Dishonesty Chronic stress keeps us in fight-or-flight mode, where survival instincts override values. Your Body Already Knows the Truth The body registers dishonesty as friction — a tightness in the gut or chest. Standing in Truth: The Practical Path Forward Standing in truth is a practice, not a one-time decision. Step One — Notice What Your Body Is Telling You Before you can change a pattern, you must be able to see it. Step Two — Use the Holy Pause The pause is one of the most powerful tools in any transformation journey. Step Three — Say It and Stand in It Speaking the truth is only half the work. Release the Outcome Leading with honesty does not guarantee that everyone will respond well. How Standing in Truth Transforms Relationships Whether at work or at home, relationships built on half-truths are fragile. Honesty in Marriage and Family Edie Kay shared a deeply personal story about discovering her husband had been emotionally and physically unfaithful. Leading with Honesty in the Workplace Leaders who model vulnerability create psychologically safe teams. The Difference Between Radical Honesty and Harmful Truth Standing in truth does not mean saying everything you think without a filter. Identity, Faith, and the Freedom to Be Yourself At its deepest level, chronic dishonesty is an identity crisis. Self-Knowledge as the Foundation of Truth-Telling You cannot stand in your truth if you do not know what that truth is. The Internal Freedom That Comes from Alignment When what you say matches who you are, something profound shifts internally. Website for Edie Kay Additional Resources: Your Identity in Christ Leads to Your Purpose to Be Extraordinary Book Referenced: Return to Love by Marianne Williamson Loosen the grip! Anxiety and the need to control aren't helping you. Adopt the Holy Pause to Stop Overreacting

What if enjoying where you are didn't mean giving up on where you want to go?In this episode, my friend Robin Hopkins returns to Unleash for an honest conversation about ambition, success, entrepreneurship, and learning how to appreciate the life you've built while still dreaming big. We talk about why reaching a major goal doesn't automatically make fear disappear, how to stop constantly moving the goalpost, how to build self-trust through uncertainty, and what it really means to define success for yourself.From this conversation, you'll learn:-How to enjoy where you are while still dreaming bigger-Why achieving your goals doesn't automatically make you feel secure-How to stop measuring your worth by how much you accomplish-Why accepting that you can't do everything can actually set you free-How to redefine success as your life and priorities evolveIf you're an ambitious creative who is always thinking about the next goal, this episode is your reminder to celebrate how far you've already come. The life you're living right now might just be the life a past version of you dreamed about.

What would happen if you finally took your creative dream seriously?Singer-songwriter Sophia Galaté spent years working behind the scenes in the music industry while quietly dreaming of becoming an artist herself. In this episode, we talk about how she finally found the courage to pursue music, build an authentic creative brand, grow a loyal community, and turn her dream into a real career.From this conversation, you'll learn:-How to finally start pursuing your creative dream.-Why small steps can help you move through fear and self-doubt.-How to build an authentic personal brand without losing yourself.-Why a niche community can be more powerful than a massive following.-How to balance creativity with the business of being an independent artist.If you have a creative dream you can't stop thinking about, this episode will remind you that you don't need the entire path figured out. You just need to take the next step.

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In this episode, Dr. Murray Stein shares insights into Jungian psychology, focusing on dreams, the individuation process, and the importance of conscious self-awareness. Discover how understanding your unconscious can lead to greater wholeness and societal harmony.Dr. Stein is a graduate of Yale University (B.A. and M.Div.), the University of Chicago (Ph.D.), and the C.G. Jung Institut-Zurich (Diploma). He is a founding member of the Inter-Regional Society of Jungian Analysts and of the Chicago Society of Jungian Analysts. He has been the president of the International Association for Analytical Psychology (2001-4), and the President of The International School of Analytical Psychology-Zurich (2008-2012).He is a training analyst at the International School for Analytical Psychology in Zurich, Switzerland. His most recent publications include The Principle of Individuation, Jung's Map of the Soul and Jungian Psychoanalysis (editor). He lectures internationally on topics related to Analytical Psychology and its applications in the contemporary world.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Jungian Psychology and Dreams03:01 The Impact of Jung's Book 'Memories, Dreams, Reflections'06:28 Interpreting Dreams: Freud vs Jung10:52 Big Dreams and Their Significance13:52 Dreams as Compensation for Consciousness17:14 Everyone as a Poet of Their Inner World21:31 The Power of Staying with the Image in Dreams25:50 The Purpose of the Unconscious and Individuation30:55 The Spiritual and Cultural Dimensions of Aging34:47 The Stages of Individuation and Personal Growth39:08 The Dangers of Blocking the Inner Work43:04 Seeking Honest Feedback from Close Ones46:45 Jung's Inner Guides and the Red Book50:20 The Power of Self-Knowledge and Consciousness52:36 The Collective Shadow and Group Mind53:58 The Role of Individuation in Preventing War55:04 How to Cultivate Collective Consciousness58:25 The Impact of Inner Work on Society58:54 The Joy of Exploring the Jungian Universe59:13 Closing Remarks and Final ThoughtsGrab your copy of The Time is Now and start your journey toward living a more intentional and fulfilling life -⁠⁠ https://a.co/d/aDYCQ9oJoin this channel to get access to exclusive perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl67XqJVdVtBqiCWahS776g/join// Connect With Me //ORDER MY BOOK, THE TIME IS NOW: A GUIDE TO HONOR YOUR TIME ON EARTH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.timeisnowbook.comWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠https://throughconversations.com⁠⁠Substack - https://throughconversations.substack.comYouTube community -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl67XqJVdVtBqiCWahS776g/join// Social //X: ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/ThruConvPodcast⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thruconvpodcast/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠https:⁠//www.youtube.com/channel/UCl67XqJVdVtBqiCWahS776g

In this episode, we conclude our book study on Friendship in the Lord and welcome Fr. John Burns, Founder of Friends of the Bridegroom, to the podcast. We reflect on our deep longing to be known and loved and the ways fear can cause us to cling to others or settle for lesser goods. We talk about hoping for the possibility of beautiful friendship, even when our own experience has been marked by loneliness, disappointment, or suffering. We also discuss the beauty of celibate friendship as a witness to the primacy of God's love, the role of feedback in relationships, and how the limitations we encounter in friendship ultimately reveal the deeper truth that we were made for God. Friends, we feel so blessed to have been able to journey with you this summer. We will see you on September 28th for the start of Season 19! Sign up for our newsletter or follow us on Instagram to receive updates!   Announcement: You can buy your copy of Friendship in the Lord from Ave Maria Press (or Amazon).   Journal Questions: How has God moved my heart through this book study? Where in my heart am I longing for more hope in my relationships? How has this book study given me more hope for more friendships? How am I avoiding suffering? What are my relational patterns when I experience joy? Shame? Suffering? How have I been tempted to idolize friendship by seeing a friend as my savior?   Discussion Questions: What has resonated with you in the book? How do you want to show up to your friendships differently? What would it look like to have hope in difficult or painful relationships? How are you seeking to grow in maturity in your friendships?   Quote to Ponder: "There is no true love without reverence. And reverence is always tender." (Friendship in the Lord, Page 115)   Scripture for Lectio: "He who has the bride is the bridegroom. The friend of the bridegroom, who stands and hears him, rejoices greatly at the bridegroom's voice. For this reason my joy has been fulfilled." (John 3:29)   Sponsor - Ave Maria Press: Enjoyed reading Friendship in the Lord this summer? Ave Maria Press has even more spiritual titles you'll love. Explore more Christian classics, find your next small group  book study or daily Advent companion, and discover guides to deeper healing and spiritual confidence. Ave Maria Press has curated a collection specifically for Abiding Together listeners—encounter your next meaningful read at avemariapress.com.   Timestamps: 00:00 Ave Maria Press 01:24 Intro 03:03 Scripture Verse and Guiding Quote 06:10 Appreciation and the Fear of Being Alone 10:19 Hope for What Friendship Can Be 14:01 The Fear of Suffering 20:14 Becoming Who We Are Meant to Be 28:05 Self-Knowledge in Friendship 30:24 The Beauty of Celibate Friendships 38:47 Encountering Loneliness 43:52 Seeing Another's Potential 48:17 Closing Prayer

Have you ever wondered if the reason you feel stuck isn't because you don't know who you are... but because you've spent years hiding parts of yourself to make other people comfortable?In this episode, I'm joined by journalist, editor, and author Stacey Lindsay to explore what it really means to become more of yourself. We talk about why getting older can be one of the most freeing and creative experiences of your life, how to stop living for other people's expectations, and why your 40s might just be the beginning of your most authentic chapter yet.From this conversation, you'll learn:-Why so many of us shrink ourselves to make others comfortable.-How to stop living by other people's expectations.-Why courage is built through small, everyday choices.-How to reconnect with the parts of yourself you've hidden.-Why your 40s can be one of the most creative and empowering seasons of your life.Whether you're approaching 40 or simply longing to feel more like yourself, I hope this  conversation reminds you that it's never too late to become who you've been all along.

I thought pregnancy would change my body. I didn't expect it to change the way I think about creativity, ambition, fear, relationships, and life.In my final live episode before maternity leave, I'm sharing the five biggest lessons pregnancy has taught me so far.From this conversation, you'll learn:-Why you should pre-prepare, but never pre-suffer.-Why pregnancy and Motherhood actually increases ambition.-Why advocating for yourself is one of the greatest acts of self-trust.-How surrender can unlock more creativity and peace.-Why protecting your energy changes everything.Even if you're not a parent, these lessons are for anyone navigating a major life transition, pursuing a creative dream, or learning to trust themselves more deeply. I hope this episode meets you exactly where you are.

In this episode of The Hollow Bunny Leadership Podcast, former police chiefs Sylvia Moir and Kristen Ziman explore personal transformation and leadership after stepping away from executive roles, drawing on concepts from Jim Collins, David Brooks, and Colin Powell. They break down a four-part framework for navigating life's major transitions: confronting the Cliff (defining, trajectory-altering life events), navigating the Fog (the uncertain period after a crisis that demands disciplined patience rather than hasty action), tending the Fire (the enduring internal purpose that outlasts any job title), and cultivating Self-Knowledge (continually re-evaluating one's identity across different seasons of life). Ultimately, the hosts highlight that true fulfillment comes from separating your personal worth from your position, using resilience and inner purpose to guide your next chapter.

Hi cutie! I am reairing the first-ever episode I did on Human design with Dana and Shayna from the Dayluna Human Design Podcast. I have been thinking a lot about birth charts with my son coming in just a couple weeks, and I had this episode on the brain because of that! It's a great one to start to learn about yoru design, so pull up your chart, sit back and enjoy!On The Guest: Shayna Cornelius and Dana Stiles, Human Design specialists and co-creators of DayLuna, are here on a mission to empower the collective towards self-love, personal freedom, and radical authenticity. Their wildly successful DayLuna Human Design Podcast has generated over 850k downloads worldwide.From this conversation you'll learn:How to navigate your life in alignment with your purposeThe danger of comparing yourself to your colleaguesThe basics of human designThe blueprint of your energyWhy self-awareness is freeingStrategy vs authorityThe 5 different energy typesEnergy differences in couples and how to navigate themThe ideal work hours for your energyIdeal careers for different energy typesWhat you're designed to feel when you are in alignmentThe importance of focus and rest for ProjectorsHow to use your specific creative energyThe danger in confusing the love of recognition for the love of the workThe collective “crumbling” and “rising”And so much more

Hi Cutie! Today I'm resharing an episode that changed my life! Listen to hear the advice that shifted everything in my creative career. Love this episode with Mural Artist, Patrick Ganino! Check it out. Original Description below: Today's guest is Patrick Ganino. He is an artist, author, and social media expert. He  is best known for creating absolutely spectacular murals and paintings for celebs such as Hulk Hogan, Chevy Chase, Rosie O'Donell and many more as well as his own book, ‘The Business of Faux,' and his ability to create and curate online communities.Patrick hustled his way to become a professional artist--from the start, he approached his art as a business and was relentless in his drive to pursue it. He doesn't let perfectionism or overthinking get in the way of creating -he always just goes for it and trusts his instincts. From this conversation you'll learn:What characteristics you need to redefine your relationship with fearHow to bust through a creative block The power of rest in the creative projectWhy Delegating is a powerful tool as a creative What the benefits are to creating quickly and living by the moto “less think, more do”How to find ways to build up your personal business and start from the ground upThe most effective To-Do list, EVER!How to figure out ANYTHINGHow to move past creative blocksThe power of taking a break from your creativity How to self-promote authenticallyHow set a price for your business and work & WHEN to get paidWhy it's important to be a light in the roomAdvice for people who haven't made money from their passion YET Why I believe in going where you're not expected creatively 

The conversation begins with an experiment that caught Jeremy's attention. Dan asked ChatGPT to tell him what his friends wouldn't. From questions about his blind spots to what people might say behind his back, some responses felt completely wrong, while others landed with surprising force. Rather than accepting every answer, Dan explains why the real value comes from wrestling with AI's perspective, not simply believing it. From there, Henrik, Jeremy, and Dan explore what it takes to use AI well. They discuss intellectual humility, prompting models to challenge rather than flatter us, and why AI works best as a sparring partner that exposes weaknesses in our thinking. The conversation also touches on taste, agency, and why, in a world where execution is becoming easier, discernment and original thinking become even more valuable. Key Takeaways:  Use AI to make your thinking visible The best AI conversations don't just generate answers. They help you understand your own assumptions, reactions, and ideas more clearly. Treat AI as a sparring partner Challenge AI's responses, ask it to critique your work, and use it to strengthen your thinking rather than replace it. Taste is developed by creating As AI makes execution easier, judgment and discernment become more valuable. The best way to develop both is by creating, not just consuming. Agency depends on context People don't become more agentic through willpower alone. The right environment, with autonomy and room to take risks, makes initiative possible. Daniel's website: danpink.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/danielpink AI Self-Reflection Prompts: danpink.com/ai-guide/ 00:00 AI as a Brutally Honest Advisor00:32 Meet Daniel Pink00:47 AI for Self-Knowledge01:40 A Brutally Honest AI06:10 What Do People Say Behind Your Back?07:45 Should You Trust AI's Advice?13:28 The Fear of Irrelevance17:44 Intellectual Humility20:04 AI as a Sparring Partner24:35 Teaching AI to Think Like You27:38 Why Taste Matters29:59 Agency Starts with Context37:08 A Future That's a Little Better41:49 Nostalgia vs. Reality45:18 The Debrief

This episode is a replay from The Existential Stoic library. Enjoy! Do you dream often? Do you remember your dreams? Do you know what, if anything, your dreams mean? Are dreams meaningful? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss whether dreams mean anything.Subscribe to ESP's YouTube Channel! Thanks for listening!  Do you have a question you want answered in a future episode? If so, send your question to: existentialstoic@protonmail.com

Hi Creative! For today's best of, I am going DEEP into the archives: back to 2019! This was the first-ever time my parents came on the podcast. We shared our relationship and they spoke about how to raise a creative child. It felt appropriate given the fact that my baby boy is going to be arriving in the next 3-4 weeks! I can't wait to revisit this episode with you and continue on this journey down memory lane! LOVE YA!Original Description! On today's very special episode of Unleash Your Inner Creative, Lauren Talks with her parents, Jo Ann and Mike LoGrasso. They talk all about what it was like to raise a creative child, their tips for parents who are raising or hope to raise creative children and tips for people who might not have had that encouraging base as a start. They also reveal the first time they realized Lauren was creative, the dreams that they still hope to achieve and the most difficult part of raising a passionate child. Check it out! 

Journey of Self Knowledge Beyond the Ego is a powerful motivational speech that guides you towards unlocking your true potential. In this enlightening episode, you will explore the depths of your consciousness, learning how to transcend the limitations of ego and embrace your authentic self. Discover the transformative practices that can lead to profound personal growth and inner peace. Whether you're struggling with self-doubt or seeking clarity in your life, this speech offers valuable insights to help you on your path. Join us as we delve into the journey of self-discovery and equip yourself with the tools to create positive change. Listen now and start your transformation today! #selfknowledge #inspiration #personaldevelopment #growthmindset #motivation #innerpeace #selfdiscovery #ego #enlightenment #authenticity journey of self knowledge, beyond the ego, motivational speech, inspirational speeches, self improvement, personal growth, discover your potential, inner peace, transcend ego, authentic self, life transformation, self help, mindfulness, self awareness, enlightenment, power of now, self discovery, motivation, growth mindset, overcoming self doubt, positive change, spiritual journey, self reflection, transform your life, emotional intelligence, mental clarity, unleash potential, life lessons, empowerment, mindset shift, personal journey, self mastery, inspiration, motivational content, uplifting speech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi Creative! As I prepare for motherhood, continue building my business, Lauren LoGrasso Productions, release my next single and get the show ready for maternity leave, I realize need a little space to make the best work for you.  Therefore I have decided that I will [most likely] do best of episodes for the rest of July so I can get ahead and bring you brand new content in August and September while I'm out learning how to be a Mom! I might pop in with a solo or one with me and my hubby talking about prepping for parenthood, but otherwise, you're going to hear some of my fave episodes and ones I am re-listening to at this point in my journey! Also! I am putting out a new song on Friday, July 10th! Please pre-save it here: https://ffm.to/walkingonair2026 In the meantime, check out this FANTASTIC episode with Breathwork practitioner, Terry Moseley and hear you you can use breathwork in your life and creativity + my WILD first time doing breathwork including getting a visit from my ancestors! Original Description: Have you ever considered how the simple act of breathing could unlock profound changes in your mental, emotional, and physical well-being? Today's guest is Terry Moseley. She is a seasoned expert in breathwork and healing. She created Bionic Breathwork, which is based upon breathing techniques backed by science to help you begin to move through trauma, release old patterns and more. Today, Terry will teach you about the transformative power of breathwork and how it can not only enhance your daily life but also lead to deep healing and personal growth.From this conversation you'll learn:-What breathwork is-How it can help you release trauma-The Full Story of my (Lauren's) WILD breathwork experience--this is a must-hear!-What functional freeze is and how to get out of it -The connection between breathwork and therapeutic psychedelics & how to know which one is right for you-AND we will even walk you through a little breathwork at the end of the pod!Try a FREE Bionic Breathwork Class with Terry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpzBk3wXYWc

In this episode, Steve and Dan Fouts explore the profound quote attributed to Howard Thurman: 'Don't ask what the world needs, Ask what makes you come alive and go do it, because what the world needs is people who have come alive.' They explore the meaning of coming alive, its connection to purpose, courage, and social justice, and how self-knowledge can lead to a more fulfilled and impactful life. Check out teachdifferent.com for more resources on the Teach Different Method. If you are a teacher or parent, join our certificate programme by reaching out to us on our website. We look forward to hearing from you! Episode Chapters 00:55 - The Power of Coming Alive06:42 - Self-Knowledge and Purpose15:21 - Teaching and Self-Actualization21:12 - Courage and Civil DisobedienceImage Source: By Addison N. Scurlock - Smithsonian Online Virtual Archives NMAH.AC.0618.S04.01, Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=69597951 

Donald Robertson is a cognitive behavioral psychotherapist, author of over nine books, and one of the founding voices in the modern Stoicism movement. He has spent over 30 years studying how ancient Greek and Roman philosophy intersects with contemporary psychology, and in this conversation we start where it all begins: the maxim carved into the temple of Apollo at Delphi. Know thyself. We explore what it actually meant, who said it, and why it still matters more than most self-help advice written in the last century.What We Dive Into:1. The Stoics drew a sharp line between what actually happens and the value judgments we add on top of it. To say something "is awful" treats our emotional reaction as a fact about the world.2. Of all the emotions that derail a life, anger gets the least attention in therapy, self-help, and honest self-reflection.3. In the ancient world, wisdom was not something you consumed or memorized. It was something you practiced daily. Collecting insights without changing your behavior is closer to what the Sophists sold than to what Socrates taught.Know Thyself, but not by yourself. A guided space to return home to yourself.https://www.knowthyselfcollective.com✨THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:https://drinkLMNT.com/KnowThyselfTry LMNT & get a free sample pack https://www.timeline.com/KNOWTHYSELF Save 20% off your Mitopure® Gummies___________00:00 Intro01:53 Know Thyself: The Three Sayings at Delphi07:44 What Philosophy Actually Means11:17 Socrates vs. the Sophists: Wisdom vs. Appearance18:05 The Stoic U-Turn: Reorienting What We Value23:59 Self-Knowledge as a Mirror for the Soul26:59 Values Clarification and the Eulogy Exercise35:02 Ad: LMNT36:03 Eudaimonia: Flourishing, Not Just Happiness39:40 Hardship as Opportunity for Character45:31 A Brief History of Stoicism53:22 Ad: Timeline Mitopure54:33 The Stoics Were Way Ahead of Their Time59:30 Stoicism, India, and Alexander the Great1:06:31 Early Christianity and Greek Philosophy1:14:03 Marcus Aurelius: The Man Behind the Meditations1:19:17 Philosophy Born from Injury: Marcus and Donald1:32:52 Uppercase vs. Lowercase Stoicism1:38:28 The Two Phases of Emotion1:45:47 Prosoché: The Practice of Paying Attention1:50:40 Appearance vs. Reality: The Stoic Core1:56:34 Turning the Chinese Proverb into a Practice2:02:44 The View from Above and the Acropolis2:11:28 Premeditatio Malorum: Rehearsing Adversity2:17:27 Anger as Temporary Madness2:23:26 De-Romanticizing Desire2:36:58 Sophists, Rhetoric, and Modern Influencers2:44:47 Why Self-Help Isn't More Helpful2:56:17 The Socratic Method as Cure for Conceit3:13:19 The King Who Rules Himself3:17:50 The Oracle of Delphi and Socrates' Mission3:33:44 Injustice Harms the Perpetrator More3:36:51 Donald's Own Life: Philosophy as a Path3:38:46 The Eleusinian Mysteries and Marcus's Initiation3:48:21 Learning to Die as Liberation3:55:29 Marcus's Naked Soul: Transparency as Practice3:58:07 What the Stoics Taught About Love4:02:05 Rapid Fire: The Great Philosophers4:16:00 Closing Message: You Underestimate Your Resilience___________✨MORE FROM DONALD ROBERTSON↳Substack: https://donaldrobertson.substack.com/↳Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/1732050.Donald_J_Robertson↳Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donaldjrobertson/↳YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DonaldJRobertsonAuthor/featured↳https://donaldrobertson.name

Hi Creative Cutie! This week I am just getting back from my Babymoon and wanted to reshare an episode that I LOVE and I've been thinking about a lot on my entrepreneurial journey. What I have found about both creativity and business ownership is that underneath it all, it's really a healing and self-development journey. This episode talks about exactly that: How to attain success through healing. ENJOY! Original Description: On The Guest:  Today's guest is Victoria Song. She is a leadership advisor and coach to CEOs, scientists, artists, and entrepreneurs. She's worked with people like Cindy Crawford and Ryan Hudson who is the cofounder of Honey- which was acquired by paypal for 4 billion dollars.  She is also the author of the Wall Street Journal Bestseller, Bending Reality, was on Forbes' 30 Under 30 list and has been featured in ABC, NBC, Glamour, Boston Globe, and more.From this conversation you'll learn:How to get out of your head and into your bodyThe signs of an inflamed nervous systemHow to healthily express angerHow to heal from feelings of unworthiness How to bend reality What Contraction/ expansion is and how can you start leaning more toward expansionHow to build self-trustWhy it's important to celebrate successes and winsHow to change your inner critic voice into something supportiveHow to rewrite old stories AND MORE! 

Libby Adams, Founder of the International Academy of Self-Knowledge and their book, "THE LAW OF SUBTRACTION: The Missing Piece for Inner Peace, Love and Freedom". 

Have you ever had one bad day that suddenly made you question everything? Yesterday, that was me. After my most successful month as an entrepreneur, I found myself crying hysterically, convinced I wasn't doing enough and wondering if I was failing. Looking back, I realized my brain had turned one incredibly stressful day into a story that wasn't fully true. In this solo episode, I'm sharing what happened, the surprising lesson it taught me, and the framework I'm using to move through creative spirals without letting them define me.In this episode, you'll learn:- How to recognize when you're spiraling instead of seeing the full picture-Why your inner critic says the things it does and how to respond with compassion instead of shame-How to separate what's actually happening from the story your brain is telling you-A simple practice that's helping me regain perspective and move forward one step at a timeIf you've been feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or like you're somehow falling behind, I hope this episode reminds you that one hard day doesn't get to write the story of your life.

Have you ever poured years into building something only to watch it fall apart right when you thought you'd finally figured it out? That's where Steve Kamb was when he wrote How to Try Again, his new book on starting over after failure.Steve, founder of Nerd Fitness, wrote this book on how to try again while actually trying again himself, navigating a divorce, a cancer diagnosis, and a full reinvention of the business he'd spent 20 years building.In this episode You'll Learn: :-Steve's PACT framework for trying again after failure -Why self-compassion beats self-criticism when you're starting over-How perfectionism keeps your best work hidden-Why sometimes progress isn't the goal, staying afloat isIf you're in the middle of starting over, or just need permission to try again, this one's for you.More on Steve: founder of Nerd Fitness, author of How to Try Again, a guide to starting over after failure. Get How to Try Again here: https://stevekamb.com/howtotryagain/ 

Have you ever made a big change in your life, only to realize you're still living by the same rules that made you feel boxed in, in the first place?After leaving corporate America and becoming an entrepreneur, I started noticing all the old beliefs, fears, and expectations I had unknowingly carried into this new chapter.In this solo episode, I share the hidden rules I'm learning to let go of, why creativity is about questioning assumptions, and how to stop bringing the past into the future you're trying to createIn this episode, you'll learn:-Why changing your circumstances isn't enough-The invisible rules that may be holding you back- How to create a life that actually fits who you are…If you're in a season of reinvention, this episode is for you.

#10MinuteswithJesus ** Put yourself in the presence of God. Try talking to Him. ** 10 minutes are 10 minutes. Even if you can get distracted, reach the end. ** Be constant. The Holy Spirit acts "on low heat" and requires perseverance. 10-Minute audio to help you pray. Daily sparks to ignite prayer: a passage from the gospel, an idea, an anecdote and a priest who speaks with you and the Lord, inviting you to share your intimacy with God. Find your moment, consider you are in His presence and click play.

Have you ever been told that becoming a mother means losing yourself? Losing your creativity, your ambition, your momentum?Well, what if the opposite was actually true?Today's guest is comedian, writer, and one of the sharpest voices on the internet, Ginny Hogan, and this conversation will completely reframe everything you've been told about motherhood and creativity.From this episode, you'll learn:-Why so many women have their greatest creative success after having a baby-The truth about body image, eating disorders, and pregnancy that nobody talks about-How to balance ambition, guilt, and creativity as a working mom-What giving birth taught Ginny about the power of her own body and creativityGinny's honesty about the messy, beautiful, reality of creative motherhood is packed with humor, hard-won wisdom, and moments that will make you feel deeply seen. Whether you're pregnant, a parent, want to be a parent, or just a woman trying to hold onto herself through a massive life transition, this one is for you.More on Ginny: Ginny Hogan is a comedian, writer, and one of the most followed voices on Threads, known for her razor-sharp, deeply honest takes on modern womanhood, ambition, politics, body image, and motherhood.

What if your productivity problem is not really about productivity? In this episode of Your Passion, Purpose and Personal Brand, Lisa McGuire explores why so many high-achieving entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals keep reaching for better systems, stronger discipline, and more optimization—when the real issue may be identity. After a book club conversation about productivity, Lisa realized the people in the room were not struggling with time management. They were struggling with deeper questions: Who am I when I stop performing? What if the success I worked so hard for no longer feels meaningful? What if the version of me that built this life no longer fits? Lisa unpacks why self-knowledge is becoming one of the most valuable assets in business, leadership, personal branding, and the future of work. As AI makes information more abundant and execution easier to replicate, your lived perspective becomes the thing no one else can copy. You'll learn why the "Category of ONLY" is not a branding trick, but an identity concept that helps you name the clear, ownable difference your life has already built in you. This episode is for the successful person who looks productive on the outside but feels restless, misaligned, or quietly disconnected on the inside. In this episode, you'll learn: Why productivity struggles often point to identity questions The hidden cost of performance-driven success Why optimization cannot fix a life that no longer fits How self-knowledge becomes a business advantage What makes your lived perspective irreplaceable Why your Category of ONLY is uncovered, not invented Maybe the real work right now is not becoming more impressive. Maybe it is becoming more true CONNECT WITH LISA LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mcguire/  WEBSITE: https://lisamcguire.com Successfully Stuck: The First Step Truth Kit: https://go.lisamcguire.com/first-truth-kit  Category of ONLY Inquiry: https://calendly.com/lisabusinessgrowthadvisor/get-acquainted  Identity Evolution Journey Series Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2KBSb0BlQp9HhTEd1Z_SNdULBD7wey84  Sign up for Lisa's "so much more" newsletter: https://www.thediyframework.com/so-much-more-subscribe  Get your free Human Design Bodygraph: https://lisamcguire.com/get-your-free-chart/  Human Design Masterclass Waitlist: https://go.lisamcguire.com/human-design-masterclass-waitlist  Ideal Client Workshop Waitlist: https://go.lisamcguire.com/ideal-client-workshop-waitlist-icww785155 

Since leaving corporate America, my podcast downloads have increased nearly 200%.And it's definitely not= because I suddenly became a genius marketer. It's because, for the first time in over a decade, I stopped treating my dream like a side project.In today's solo episode, I'm sharing the surprising energetic shift that changed not only this podcast, but my entire creative life and business.We dive into:-Why the energy behind your work matters just as much as the work itself-The hidden cost of splitting your energy between survival and desire-What happens when you stop hiding your ambitions-Why people can feel when you're finally all-in on yourself-How prioritizing your creative dreams can create major shifts in momentum, visibility, and growthIf you've been quietly building a dream while pouring most of your energy into someone else's vision, this episode is for you. Because your breakthrough isn't always about working harder, most often, it's about finally choosing yourself.

Dr. Vasant Lad is the founder of the Ayurvedic Institute and the man most responsible for bringing Ayurveda to the West. He has spent over 40 years teaching this 5,000-year-old science of life to practitioners across the world, and in this conversation, we sat down together at SoHum Mountain Healing Center in Asheville, North Carolina, where I had just completed a week-long Panchakarma. What unfolded was one of the most quietly profound conversations I have had on this show.What We Dive Into:1. Why unprocessed emotions don't simply pass — and how grief settles in the heart, anger in the liver, and fear in the kidneys until they're physically released.2. How your tongue, pulse, and face reveal what's happening inside your body, often before any symptom appears.3. Why your original constitution (prakruti) shapes everything from your digestion to your temperament — and how modern life pulls you away from it.4. The gap between two breaths, and why Dr. Lad calls it an ocean of awareness available to anyone willing to sit in it.THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:SoHum Mountain Healing Center — Code AndrePK2026 for $500 off from your Panchakarma bookinghttps://www.sohumhealing.comFunction Health — Code KNOWTHYSELF25 for $25 credit towards membershiphttps://www.functionhealth.com/KNOWTHYSELF___________00:00 Intro01:58 What Ayurveda Actually Means02:40 The Five Elements, Three Doshas, and the Body06:18 Prakruti, Vikruti, and the Root of Disease08:00 The Sankhya Philosophy Behind Ayurveda13:33 The Goal of Ayurveda15:26 Dr. Lad's Path: Guru, Calling, and Coming West18:06 Where Western Medicine Falls Short22:05 Ama, Agni, and the Ayurvedic View of Disease25:56 Pulse, Tongue, and Face: The Art of Diagnosis34:29 Reading Psychological Nature Through the Pulse39:00 The Gap Between Breaths: Awareness and Mysticism44:37 How Repressed Emotions Crystallize in the Body47:39 Panchakarma: Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Cleansing51:52 Ojas, Tejas, and Prana: The Vital Essences56:18 Sexual Energy, Celibacy, and the Cultivation of Ojas1:00:07 Life as Meditation: The Unified Field1:06:00 The Ayurvedic View of Death and Dying1:14:56 Dinacharya: The Daily Routine as Spiritual Practice1:18:48 The Doshic Clock and the Yugas1:25:22 Relationship, Self-Knowledge, and the Closing Message___________MORE FROM DR. VASANT✨Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvasantlad

(Vallecitos Mountain Retreat Center) We strive to quiet the mind by pushing away the hindrances of sensual desire, aversion, sleepiness and boredom or restlessness and doubt. Yet turning towards them with curiosity and non-judgement brings awareness and a deeper intimacy with our habits of mind.

Have you ever noticed that the moment you step into a new, big, chapter of your life, your old patterns can suddenly come rushing to the surface? I have… In this episode, I share a major realization I've had during week three of full-time entrepreneurship: sometimes you have to start saying you're the thing before you fully become it. I share how I came to this, how it helped me manifest one of my biggest dreams and how you can use it in your creativity and career. Now back to what I started with…every time you level up, you need to level up your growth and self-development… and for me, one of those edges is continuing to heal codependency, people pleasing, and learning not to abandon myself while building a life and business that's truly mine.So today, I'm replaying one of my favorite conversations from the archives with codependency facilitator and spiritual counselor Erika Wright.This conversation completely changed the way I think about self-worth, relationships, creativity, emotional resilience, and what it actually means to stay connected to yourself.From this conversation, you'll learn:-How to identify and heal codependent patterns-The difference between creativity and codependency-How to stop abandoning yourself for other people-Why emotional discomfort is not an emergency-How to stop giving unsolicited advice and start turning inward-And how to stay connected to yourself while still loving othersThis episode is especially for you if you're in a season of reinvention, entrepreneurship, healing, motherhood, transition, or personal growth.More on Erika Wright: https://erikawright.org/

Have you ever wondered if all that doing is actually getting in the way of your creativity? What if I asked you to let yourself be less useful?This week I'm sitting down with photographer, documentarian, and creative force Lindsey Lerner, founder of Field Notes From the Work in the Wild, a stunning project on Substack that documents people in the messy middle of their most meaningful work.Lindsey started out as my creative coaching client and has since become one of my dearest friends and creative allies. And in this conversation, she gets radically honest about what happened when she finally stopped over-functioning, stopped building everyone else's dreams, and started making room for her own.We get into:-Why being less useful might be the most creative thing you can do-How to keep the faith when your path makes absolutely no sense-What it really means to ask for help, and why it's so hard for high achievers-How to braid your passions into something only you can create-Plus the moment Lindsey's wife said something so simple it rewired everything.If you've ever confused hustle for worth, or wondered if there's a more holistic, authentic way to create, this one is for you, cutie.And if you're in New York, Lindsey's bringing Field Notes to life on September 26th at Bronxlandia in the South Bronx. Subscribe to Field Notes on Substack to get first access to tickets: https://fieldnotesfromthework.substack.com/ Love you. Let's get into it.

Emilia Clarke is the Emmy‑nominated actor who became a global cultural icon as Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones, a role that catapulted her from fresh drama‑school graduate to one of the most recognisable faces on the planet. Since then she's starred in everything from Me Before You to Solo: A Star Wars Story, won acclaim on the West End and now leads Ponies, a Cold War spy thriller she also produces. In this episode, we talk about her childhood love of acting, the imposter syndrome that followed early fame, her failure to master mathematics, the terror and denial surrounding her aneurysms, the shattering grief of losing her Dad, the joy of female friendships and…yes, ok…Game Of Thrones. ✨ IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Cheating Death Opener 00:14 Emilia Clarke Intro 02:54 Ponies And Friendship 03:39 Learning Russian Lines 06:45 Why Acting Means Failure 08:33 Failing At Maths 11:44 Early Acting Spark 14:10 Losing Her Dad 21:09 Failure At Recovery 24:30 Aneurysm In The Gym 27:10 Misdiagnosed Stroke Scare 28:01 Second Aneurysm 29:25 Surgery Goes Wrong 31:37 Relearning and Emotional Shutdown 33:30 Back to Work Too Soon 35:43 Recovery Without Grace 37:40 Healing and New Diagnoses 40:12 Bad at Celebrity 43:01 Game of Thrones Aftermath 46:08 Body Image and Press 48:11 Brows and Beauty Culture 50:40 Self Knowledge and Closing

For years I taught other people to unleash their creativity. This week, I finally had to put my money where my mouth was and unleash myself. This is my real-time, raw, first-week-of-full-time-entrepreneurship origin story, and I'm not waiting until I have it all figured out to tell it.Last week, I left corporate America after 11+ years to launch my own company, Lauren LoGrasso Productions, while six months pregnant, and I'm bringing you with me for every messy, terrifying, exhilarating moment of it.In this solo episode I'm sharing my 10 self-coaching takeaways from my first week of being fully self-employed, what leaving your job to pursue your creative dreams actually feels like from the inside, and why a business is one of the greatest creative projects you'll ever build.We get into:-How to bet on yourself even when you're terrified-Why rest is part of the creative process, not the enemy of productivity-How to stop forcing and start flowing-Why singing your own praises isn't bragging, it's necessary-Plus a very special announcement I've been dreaming about for years.If you've ever thought about leaving your 9-to-5, starting a creative business, or betting on yourself in a way that scares you a little, this one is for you.Because if I can do this, six months pregnant, fresh out of corporate America, betting everything on my creativity, so can you!Love you, cutie. Let's go!

Have you ever needed just a little more time to finish a creative project? I definitely do right now.I underestimated how much energy it would take to fully launch my business this week while traveling and balancing life, so I need one more day before the new episode drops. In the meantime, I'm re-airing a solo minisode that deeply helped me get to this moment. It's all about how tiny steps lead to giant leaps, and why microdosing courage and creativity can completely change your life. Come back tomorrow, Friday, May 8th, for a special bonus episode where I'll share the real-time lessons, fears, gratitude, and growth I'm experiencing as I officially step into this new chapter.Original Description: Do you ever feel like there's no time left for your creative passions? Or maybe you dream of a big, bold goal but aren't sure how to make it happen? If so, this episode is for you! In today's Minisode, I'm sharing the power of small, consistent actions and how they can help you move closer to your dreams than you ever thought possible. Inspired by my latest obsession—belly dancing!—I dive into how breaking down your goals into manageable steps can help you show up every day, build momentum, and make real progress.

My sweet Creative Cutie! Today is a BIG HUGE day in my creative life. After 11+ years working a creative job in corporate America, I am finally taking the leap and taking a chance on myself with my company, Lauren LoGrasso Productions! It's my last day at work. I am super grateful for all the opportunities this job has brought me and the amazing shows I've gotten to executive produce and meet AND I am so excited to fully step into my own creative work full time.At the top of the episode I share a little bit about this and how I feel. I also share that I need a little time to process this and move through the full gravity of taking this leap, so I am re-sharing one of my favorite episodes with you: my episode with Robin Hopkins! It's very on brand for this day for me and I hope you find it just as helpful as I did, when you listen or re-listen to it! I love you so much- thanks for ALL your support and belief through the years. Can't wait to full debrief this with you next week. In the meantime, check out the original description below and enjoy!Do you struggle with fear? F ear of failure, what people will think, or even fear of starting? Fear isn't something to throw away: it's a teacher that shows us where our work lies...BUT it should not make our decisions--so we must take it out of the driver's seat. Today's guest, actor, comedian and podcaster, Robin Hopkins, will inspire you to release the grip of fear, choose yourself, and take bold steps toward creative freedom.✨ From this episode, you'll learn:-How to navigate fear and self-doubt in the creative process-Why listening to your gut is essential—and how to tune back in-What Robin's “heated toilet seat moment” taught her about taking the leap-How to escape golden handcuffs and embrace your authentic path-Why self-compassion and rest are vital for creativityRobin's journey from 9to5 life to entrepreneurship is packed with actionable wisdom, heartfelt moments, and hilarious insights. Whether you're stuck in fear, held back by golden handcuffs, or battling creative self-doubt, this episode will inspire you to take bold steps toward your dreams.More on Robin: Robin Hopkins is a writer, podcast host, and former stand-up comedian known for her blend of humor, honesty, and insightful advice. She's the author of If These Ovaries Could Talk and the host of two acclaimed podcasts, Dear Headspace and Well…Adjusting, the former earning an Ambie Award nomination. Robin's work offers a unique mix of wisdom and comedy, making even life's toughest challenges approachable and fun.

What if the reason you feel stuck creatively… isn't because you don't know what to do? Maybe it's not that you don't know what to say, maybe you're just not letting yourself say it.In this episode, I'm talking with award winning podcast producer, storyteller, and author, Rich Boerner, about what it takes to step out from behind the scenes and actually share your voice.Because for years, Rich helped shape other people's stories… while keeping his own in the background. Until life pushed him to face a question so many of us avoid:  What am I here to say?We get into:-Why we hold ourselves back from expressing what's really true-The fear of being seen, judged, or misunderstood-How to start sharing your voice before you feel ready-Why your most personal story might be the one you're meant to tell-And how small, brave steps can completely change the direction of your lifeRich also shares the story behind his book Not So Only Child (the tale of a family secret that came out and changed his whole life story and reality)… and how finally telling it opened up a whole new chapter for him.If you've been feeling stuck, blocked, or like you're not fully expressing yourself… this conversation is for you.  Because it's very likely that you're not stuck, you're just not saying the thing yet.Get Rich's Book, Not So Only Child Here: https://a.co/d/0g5sZ1IP

We talk about a specific, easy way to reduce the unworn clothes in your closet, and we also share a listener's clothes-related hack for keeping track of lost items. We explore an interesting distinction: are you a nostalgic person or an expectant person? Resources & links related to this episode: Take the "Four Tendencies" quiz Check out my book Outer Order, Inner Calm Check out the I Want You To Know journal for a Mother's Day Gift Elizabeth: Writing Down the Bones by Natalie Goldberg (Amazon, Bookshop)  Gretchen: Nonesuch by Francis Spufford (Amazon, Bookshop)  Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. 

While the podcast team is taking a Radical Sabbatical, Kim is interviewing authors of the books that have had a big impact on her in the past two years. Office culture is a fascinating topic.  It can be the special sauce that helps bring together team members to achieve excellence.  But what happens when the company culture becomes a toxic mess?  What happens when a very charismatic CEO becomes obsessed with both cataloging people's weaknesses and then broadcasting them to the entire company?  What happens when that same CEO mandates “internal reporting” on fellow co-workers, techniques that appear to be drawn directly from the playbook of the Stasi (the former East German secret police force, famous for deep surveillance to control and punish their citizens)?  What happens when the CEO steadfastly refuses to hear criticism about himself?Why would people join and then remain at such an organization?  Kim welcomes New York Times' business reporter and author, Rob Copland, to talk about his fascinating, deeply researched, and best-selling book, The Fund: Ray Dalio, Bridgewater Associates and The Unraveling of a Wall Street Legend.  Rob's book dives deep on Ray Dalio, the iconic founder and leader of Bridgewater Associates and the culture he created there.  Under Dalio, there is no disputing that Bridgewater Associates became one of the largest and most successful hedge funds in history.  At the same time, Dalio appeared to use promises of vast riches to control and intimidate his employees.  Rob shares some incredible stories to illustrate these points.  When someone dared to push back on any of Dalio's techniques or vision, he famously would shut them down with, “If you're so smart, why aren't you rich?!”  Rob talks about what he learned in the years of research he did for this book.  This conversation presents a cautionary tale of what can happen when a charismatic leader, flush with vast wealth decides his mission is also to dictate how people should live.Background on Rob Copeland: Rob Copeland is a New York Times finance reporter covering Wall Street, banks, and corporate power. He was previously the longtime hedge-fund beat reporter at The Wall Street Journal.  He is best known for investigative, narrative-driven stories and is the author of the bestselling book, "The Fund: Ray Dalio, Bridgewater Associates and the Unraveling of a Wall Street Legend". CHAPTERS: (00:00) Introduction to Rob Copland (01:04) The Pissing Anecdote: A Lesson in Self-Awareness (05:11) Investigating the Absurd: Culture of Petty Conflicts (09:59) The Dark Side of Radical Transparency (12:04) The Pain of Reflection: A Closer Look at Confrontation (16:24) The Cost of Self-Improvement: Why People Endure (18:48) The Allure of Success: How Ray Dalio Captivates Minds (22:43) The Challenge of Self-Awareness (23:58) The Power Dynamics of Self-Knowledge (24:46) Cult Dynamics and Personal Freedom (25:52) The Role of Powerful Figures in Toxic Environments (26:38) Radical Transparency and Its Pitfalls (31:05) The Importance of External Tethers (33:28) Navigating Career Choices and Exit Strategies (37:38) The Journey of Self-Discovery and Feedback Connect with the Radical Candor team: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him, male and female he created them” (Genesis 1:27). The Catechism teaches us about man's God-given dignity and unique place in creation. Fr. Mike explains the unity that exists between all persons, and how this necessitates a “law of human solidarity and charity.” Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 355-361. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.