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Good Life Project
Good Life Project
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What does it mean to live a good life? Is it about happiness, health, friendship, love, or meaning? What about work, wealth,... more

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Brené Brown | The One Thing That Changes Everything [Best of]

Embrace the raw courage found in vulnerability. Researcher Brené Brown shares her personal journey confronting shame to live and work... more

19 Dec 2024 · 53 minutes
How to Live Better & Longer With Ayurveda | Avanti Kumar-Singh, MD

Avanti Kumar Singh shares her powerful journey with breast cancer while writing The Longevity Formula, blending Western medicine and Ayurvedic... more

16 Dec 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
The Life-changing Power of Daily Walks | Libby DeLana

Discover the transformative power of walking with Libby DeLana, co-founder of creative agency Mechanica and author of "Do Walk: Navigate... more

12 Dec 2024 · 54 minutes
The Cutting-edge Science of Self-control (and What to Do About It) | Michael Inzlicht, PhD

What if everything you thought you knew about willpower and self-control was wrong? In this groundbreaking conversation, psychologist Michael Inzlicht... more

09 Dec 2024 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
When Success Becomes Empty: Rediscovering Purpose Beyond Ambition | Jenn Romolini

Jenn Romolini was a high-powered editor who appeared to have it all - until a health crisis forced her to... more

05 Dec 2024 · 53 minutes
How to Sync Up Your Biological Clock for Better Health, Sleep, Mood & Performance | Lynne Peeples

Are you constantly feeling tired, unfocused, and out of sync? Discover the hidden power of your body's inner clock in... more

02 Dec 2024 · 56 minutes
Legendary Writers on Life | Spotlight Convo

Feeling creatively stifled or torn between passion and practicality? Dive into this powerful conversation with legendary writers Sue Monk Kidd,... more

28 Nov 2024 · 1 hour, 22 minutes
How to Bring More Grace Into Your Life | Julia Baird

Can grace truly change everything? In this thought-provoking conversation, Julia Baird, author of Bright Shining: How Grace Changes Everything, shares... more

25 Nov 2024 · 57 minutes
The Self-Care Delusion: Why It Can't Fix Everything

Stuck using self-care as a quick fix for deeper dissatisfaction? Jonathan Fields' provocative spoken essay from his "Awake at the... more

21 Nov 2024 · 49 minutes
How to Navigate Conflict & Build Amazing Friendships | Danielle Bayard Jackson

Discover surprising insights into the science of women's friendships from Danielle Bayard Jackson, author of Fighting for Our Friendships: The... more

18 Nov 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Bessel van der Kolk , MD| The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma

Bessel van der Kolk, legendary trauma expert and author of The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in... more

14 Nov 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
How to Create Change That Actually Sticks | Tamsen Webster

Are you struggling to make lasting positive changes in your life? In this thought-provoking conversation, change philosopher Tamsen Webster unlocks... more

11 Nov 2024 · 56 minutes
How Safety Sometimes Stops Us From Living (and what to do about it) | Chase Jarvis

Are you feeling stuck in a life of predictability and safety? Chase Jarvis, author of Never Play It Safe: A... more

07 Nov 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Party of One: Finding Joy in Your Own Company | Meghan Keane

Meghan Keane's Party of One: Be Your Own Best Life Partner upends the cultural myth that romantic love is the... more

04 Nov 2024 · 1 hour,
Escaping Survival Mode: Rewiring Stress & Overwhelm | Spotlight Convo

Are you stuck in an endless cycle of stress and burnout, constantly chasing new goals but never feeling fulfilled? Or... more

31 Oct 2024 · 1 hour, 29 minutes
6 Ways to Be More Present, Less Reactive and Enjoy Life More

Are you trapped in a cycle of reactive busyness, constantly chasing other people's priorities? This powerful Unbusy Manifesto provides a... more

28 Oct 2024 · 46 minutes
Microjoys: Finding Joy When Life’s Not Okay | Cyndie Spiegel

In the face of unimaginable grief and loss, author Cyndie Spiegel discovered the transformative power of "microjoys" - fleeting moments... more

24 Oct 2024 · 1 hour,
How to Craft Your “Life Strategy” | Seth Godin

Are you feeling stuck in your current systems and routines? Struggling to find a strategy for positive change? In this... more

21 Oct 2024 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
The Life Audit: Find Clarity & Do More of What Matters | Ximena Vengoechea

Are you longing for a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling? In this insightful conversation, Ximena Vengoechea, author of... more

17 Oct 2024 · 1 hour,
How to Stop Caring Too Much (and Leaving Yourself Empty) | Terri Cole

Are you a high-achiever who feels overly invested in the outcomes of others? In this insightful episode, psychotherapist Terri Cole... more

14 Oct 2024 · 55 minutes
How to Use Your Time Well | Oliver Burkeman

Are you tired of feeling like you're constantly behind, struggling to get on top of everything? In this thought-provoking conversation,... more

10 Oct 2024 · 54 minutes
The Lazy Genius Guide to Mindful Productivity | Kendra Adachi

Are you tired of productivity advice that lacks humanity and fails to account for life's inevitable ups and downs? In... more

07 Oct 2024 · 55 minutes
Is This the Missing Link In Healing Chronic Illness? | Jennifer Mann, Karden Rabin

You've tried all the latest health fads, but still feel stuck with nagging symptoms and mental hurdles. What if retraining... more

04 Oct 2024 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Sleep Better Tonight: Groundbreaking Insights from Leading Sleep Experts

Poor sleep impacts every aspect of your life, but too many still accept chronic exhaustion as normal. In this groundbreaking... more

30 Sep 2024 · 51 minutes
How to Navigate Relationships When You See the World Differently | Brit Barron

Ever found yourself at odds with loved ones over hot-button issues? Close friends or family believing things you just can't... more

26 Sep 2024 · 53 minutes
How to Love Midlife: 12 Ways Life Gets Better with Age | Chip Conley

Are you navigating the profound transitions of midlife? In this insightful conversation, modern elder Chip Conley provides a brilliant reframing... more

23 Sep 2024 · 1 hour,
How to Experience Sacred, Mystical Moments in Everyday Life | Mirabai Starr

In Ordinary Mysticism: Your Life as Sacred Ground, renowned mystic and author Mirabai Starr reveals how mystical experiences are not... more

19 Sep 2024 · 57 minutes
Leading Integrative Psychiatrist | The Truth About Ketamine, MDMA and Psilocybin Assisted Therapy

Could psychedelics revolutionize mental health care? Psychiatrist Dr. Will Van Derveer openingly discusses his exploration of psychedelic-assisted therapies after becoming... more

16 Sep 2024 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
How to Stop Pleasing Everyone But Yourself | Natalie Lue

What if you could finally stop contorting yourself to please others and start living authentically on your own terms? In... more

12 Sep 2024 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
What to Do in the Next 2 Years to Set Up Your Next 20 | The 2x20 Project™

What would you do with 2 years to purposefully design your ideal next 20? Join Jonathan as he reveals his... more

09 Sep 2024 · 58 minutes
The Surprising Science of Cynicism & Hope | Jamil Zaki

Are you feeling cynical about human nature? This fascinating discussion with psychologist Jamil Zaki, author of Hope for Cynics: The... more

05 Sep 2024 · 58 minutes
How to Create Deep, Secure Bonds with Kids, Family & Friends | Attachment Expert Eli Harwood

Got that craving for a deep, soulful bond with your child? Attachment expert Eli Harwood is here to make it... more

02 Sep 2024 · 56 minutes
6 Habits that Make Life So Much Better | Spotlight Convo

Discover simple yet powerful daily habits to rewire your brain, boost confidence, and unlock your full potential.In this insightful compilation... more

29 Aug 2024 · 55 minutes
How to Change Ourselves & Our World | Prentis Hemphill

What if healing from trauma required more than just personal work? In this profound chat, Prentis Hemphill, author of What... more

26 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Productivity for Mortals With Real Lives | Laura Mae Martin

Ever feel like you're thriving one minute, then scrambling the next? Laura Mae Martin, author of Uptime: A Practical Guide... more

22 Aug 2024 · 59 minutes
How to Feel Confident, No Matter What Comes Your Way | Ethan Nichtern

Ever feel like life's ups and downs are knocking you off balance? Discover how to cultivate unshakable self-trust with Buddhist... more

19 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
How to Expand Time & Increase Happiness | Cassie Holmes

Are you constantly feeling overwhelmed, with too many things to do and never enough time? Discover research-backed strategies to overcome... more

15 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
How to Bridge the Generational Gap and Inspire Young Adults: Unlocking the Mentor Mindset

In this thought-provoking discussion, developmental psychologist David Yeager shares insights from his groundbreaking book 10 to 25: A Groundbreaking Approach... more

12 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
How to Captivate People With Your Story | ViKA Viktoria

Unlock the primal power of storytelling with ViKA Viktoria, master storyteller and communications expert.ViKA shares how cultivating self-awareness through practices... more

08 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
How to Feel Like You Belong in This World | Henry Shukman

In this thought-provoking episode, award-winning author Henry Shukman reveals the radical proposition of "Original Love" laid out in his book... more

05 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
A Radically-Simple Approach to Getting Well | Julia Hotz

Did you know doctors are now prescribing activities like art classes, nature walks, and community gardening to treat loneliness, lack... more

02 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
A Breakthrough Treatment for Depression | David Carreon, MD

Does depression feel like a prison keeping you disconnected from your true self? In this powerful episode, a pioneering psychiatrist... more

29 Jul 2024 · 1 hour,
Rediscovering Who You Really Are After Trauma, Burnout or People-Pleasing | Thema Bryant, PhD

Have you lost touch with your authentic self after trauma, burnout or years of people-pleasing? Join psychologist Dr. Thema Bryant... more

25 Jul 2024 · 59 minutes
5 Ways to Wake Up Your Life

Embark on a transformative journey through Jonathan Fields' captivating spoken word essays. Explore profound insights on unlocking creativity, uncovering your... more

22 Jul 2024 · 49 minutes
How to Overcome Cravings & Reduce Inflammation | Spotlight Convo

Feeling powerless against hormone imbalances, insatiable hunger, and unrelenting cravings? This must-listen episode will transform your understanding as two brilliant... more

18 Jul 2024 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
How to Live with Invisible Pain | Samira Rajabi

Ever felt weighed down by invisible pain or chronic illness nobody else can see? In this powerful conversation, trauma specialist... more

15 Jul 2024 · 58 minutes
The Busy Brain Cure | Dr. Romie Mushtaq

Are you plagued by restlessness, lack of focus, and sleeplessness? Discover Dr. Romie Mushtaq's "The Busy Brain Cure" in this... more

11 Jul 2024 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
A Rare Look at the Psychedelic Underground | Rachel Harris, PhD

Explore the mystical world of psychedelic guides with Rachel Harris, Ph.D., author of Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the... more

08 Jul 2024 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
How to Reclaim Focus in the Age of Distraction | Johann Hari

Does it feel impossible to concentrate these days? You're not alone. In this fascinating discussion, the author of Stolen Focus:... more

04 Jul 2024 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
How to Reclaim Ease, Sanity & Success | Emma Gannon

When award-winning author Emma Gannon burned out writing a book redefining success, she took a radical year away from nearly... more

01 Jul 2024 · 58 minutes
How to Transform Suffering Into Freedom | Spotlight Convo

Trapped by thoughts and beliefs? Anger, grief keeping you stuck? Inspiring teachers Byron Katie and Lama Rod Owens overcame suffering... more

27 Jun 2024 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Leading Burnout Expert | How to Finally Feel Better

Exhausted, cynical, and ineffective? You could be experiencing burnout. In this candid conversation, Dr. Neha Sangwan provides a radical reframe,... more

24 Jun 2024 · 58 minutes
Grief is Love: Navigating Loss, Health & Transformation | Marisa Renee Lee

Author Marisa Renee Lee dives deep into her book Grief Is Love: Living with Loss, recounting personal losses that sparked... more

20 Jun 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
How to Tap the Power of Games to Live a Better Life | Kelly Clancy

What if the games we play reveal deeper truths about human nature and society? In this mind-expanding conversation, neuroscientist Kelly... more

17 Jun 2024 · 56 minutes
Top Pain Researcher | The 6 Keys to Relieving Pain

Stanford neuroscientist Sean Mackey, MD, PhD reveals pain is highly subjective, shaped by our beliefs and experiences - not just... more

13 Jun 2024 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
How To Be You | Jeffrey Marsh

Non-binary author Jeffrey Marsh shares their journey from childhood rejection to joyfully embracing identity. They explore finding life-changing language/community, the... more

10 Jun 2024 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
How to Break Bad Habits & Create Lasting Change | Nicole Vignola

What if you could rewire your brain to dismantle limiting beliefs and negativity? Neuroscientist Nicole Vignola reveals the power of... more

06 Jun 2024 · 58 minutes
Maggie Smith | Good Bones, Good Life

Poet Maggie Smith candidly unpacks the lightning strike success of her viral 2016 poem "Good Bones" and how it strained... more

03 Jun 2024 · 54 minutes
Rethinking Happiness, What We’re Getting Wrong | Stephanie Harrison

What if everything society told you about how to find happiness was misleading? My guest Stephanie Harrison, author of New... more

30 May 2024 · 54 minutes
How Rituals and Habits Make Life Better | Michael Norton

What's the difference between habits and rituals, and how can everyday routines shape our lives? Author Michael Norton reveals the... more

27 May 2024 · 59 minutes
How To Heal Injury, Illness & Disease with Regenerative Medicine | Dr. Adeel Khan

Could regenerative medicine transform how we treat disease and even reverse aging? Dr. Adeel Khan shares groundbreaking insights on leveraging... more

23 May 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Rethinking Sex, Desire and Intimacy | Spotlight Convo

Unlock the secrets to a mind-blowing sex life and deeper intimacy. This boundary-pushing episode brings together three trailblazing experts to... more

20 May 2024 · 1 hour, 29 minutes
How to Get Unstuck, A Scientific Approach | Britt Frank

Feeling stuck and can't break free? Neuropsychotherapist and author Britt Frank shares science-based insights on getting unstuck. Learn what underlies... more

17 May 2024 · 58 minutes
How to Make the Mundane Feel Magical (Including Relationships) | Cass Sunstein

Do you ever feel like you're just going through the motions without fully appreciating life's gifts? My guest Cass Sunstein,... more

13 May 2024 · 57 minutes
How to Keep the Spark Alive: Secrets from 40 Years of Love Research with Drs. Julie and John Gottman

What makes love last decades instead of years? After studying thousands of couples, Drs. Julie and John Gottman discovered what... more

09 May 2024 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
Free Will is a Lie | Robert Sapolsky

What if everything you think about free will is an illusion? Behavioral scientist Robert Sapolsky makes a provocative case that... more

06 May 2024 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
How to Stop Overthinking & Dial Down Chatter | Emiliya Zhivotovskaya

Feeling weighed down by incessant overthinking and anxiety? Unlock shockingly simple mindset shifts to disarm unhelpful mental chatter and regain... more

02 May 2024 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
How to Make Life-Changing Friendships | Spotlight Convo

In our disconnected world, are you longing for deeper bonds and a true sense of belonging? Discover how to cultivate... more

29 Apr 2024 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
How to Unlock Potential You Never Knew You Had | Jeff Karp

What if overcoming challenges and living an extraordinary life is simpler than you think? Jeff Karp shares his unlikely journey... more

25 Apr 2024 · 1 hour, 17 minutes
Elizabeth Gilbert | The Simple Practice That Changed Her Life (and might change yours)

What if writing simple letters of love to yourself could change everything? Liz Gilbert shares an unusual practice that became... more

21 Apr 2024 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
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What if writing simple letters of love to yourself could change everything? Liz Gilbert shares an unusual practice that became her lifeline... more