Michael Acton Smith: Reduce Stress in 7 Minutes a Day & The Surprising Way the Founder of the Biggest Meditation Company Meditates and How We Can Easily Apply This Tip
Do you want to reduce your stress in just 7 minutes a day? Do you want to learn how to make meditation easy and accessible for you? Today, I welcome my good friend Michael Acton Smith. Michael is the co-founder and co-Executive Chairman of Calm, the leading mental wellness brand with the #1 App for Sleep, Meditation and Relaxation. Calm has grown to over 100 million downloads, was the Apple 2017 app of the year, and is the world's first mental health unicorn. Long fascinated by neuroscience, flow states and mental fitness, Michael is passionate about spreading meditation as a simple but valuable skill around the world. Michael discusses the interesting twist of putting an entertainment voice in meditation, challenging myths, and misconceptions surrounding this powerful practice. We tap into the future of mental health, exploring why sometimes we need to step back to find the answers. Patience has always been the secret to success. As the conversation progressed, we stirred into the potential of AI and its role in the next evolution of Calm and potentially address the question: How can technology be harnessed to serve humanity better? There is a future in AI and how it immensely helps spread mental health awareness and promote mindfulness practice. In this interview, you will learn: The many benefits of meditation How to practice mindfulness How to sit in silence and calm your mind How to leverage your creativity The connection between AI and mental health It's an episode packed with insights, laughter, and a sprinkle of mindfulness. Together, let's explore the boundless possibilities of a calm and balanced life together! With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:18 How Did the Calm Partnership Come About? 05:26 Making Meditation and Mindfulness More Accessible 09:06 The Impact of Daily Calm and Sleep Story on People 11:53 Putting an Entertainment Voice in Meditation 15:27 Myths and Misconceptions About Meditation 18:27 What is the Future of Mental Health? 22:01 Why You Need to Step Back to Find Answers 26:29 Why Patience is the Secret to Success 29:46 How Do You Combine Business and Creativity? 32:19 How Can AI Help Humanity? 39:37 The Potential of AI and The Next Evolution of Calm 42:03 How to Find Balance Between Digital and Physical Activities 47:02 The Benefits of Reacting Instead of Responding to Triggers 51:41 How to Positively Introduce Meditation to Children 55:52 How to Develop the Practice of Sitting in Silence Episode Resources: Michael Acton Smith | LinkedIn Michael Acton Smith | Instagram CalmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Dec 202359min
Michael Rubin: The One Mindset Shift You Need to Set Better Goals & See Patterns Before Your Competition
Do you want to set better Goals? Do you want to see patterns before your competition? Jay sits down with the CEO of Fanatics, Michael Rubin. Fanatics is a global digital sports platform that is reimagining the fan experience across many different businesses. Michael Rubin is a noted entrepreneur, philanthropist, and social justice advocate who has built several multibillion-dollar direct-to-consumer companies. Driven by a deep passion for business and a life-long love of sports, As growth is constant and never ending, Michael shares the value in learning from those you admire, the biggest mistake many make when building a brand and the undeniable connection between financial success and loving what you do every day. Michael shares secrets to his mindset of continuous learning and discovers the role of pattern recognition in achieving business success. Michael shares his tips for finding incredible talent and the importance of routines for productivity, learning how to define your worth, turning negatives into positives, and setting billion-dollar goals. In this interview, you will learn: How to be a successful entrepreneur How to change your mindset when building a business How to overcome challenges and naysayers How to be financially independent How to spot patterns in business This episode isn't just about business—it's about family and finding what truly matters to you. It's about building empires but creating a life you love. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty What We Discuss: 01:03 Introduction 02:50 Pursue Your Passion for Entrepreneurship 05:05 Why Learn From the People You Admire 06:42 Evolution of Entrepreneurship 08:04 A Peek into the Trading Card Business 12:16 The Biggest Mistake when Building a Brand 14:45 Financial Success is Loving What You Do Everyday 16:17 You Don’t Stop Learning 17:32 The Role of Pattern Recognition in Business Success 19:01 The Quest for Incredible Talent 23:42 Routines to Help with Productivity 25:24 Can You Define Your Worth? 29:01 The Positive Impact of Turning Negative into Positive 34:01 The Billion Dollar Goal 35:23 Family Life in the Midst of Success 35:57 Finding Balance Between Career and Family 38:22 How to Prioritize What Matter the Most 42:23 Conclusion with Michael Rubin Episode Resources: Michael Rubin | Instagram Michael Rubin | Twitter Michael Rubin | TikTok Fanatics Reform AllianceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Dec 202348min
Jay and His Wife Radhi: 3 Simple Ways to Get Over Your Biggest Fear From 2023 & Reset Your Intentions with Purpose for Next Year
Do you want to get over your biggest fear of 2023? Do you want to set purposeful intentions for next year? This episode is brought to you by BMW and the most On Purpose most asked for guest is back again, Jay's wife Radhi! Jay and Radhi take a ride around LA together and reflect on the past year in their personal life, relationship as well as career. They reflect on goals, fears, and looking ahead at how they want to change for 2024. Jay and Radhi dive deep into their thoughts on facing their fears and doing things they fear doing the most, the biggest lessons and learning this year, and the personal choices that significantly impacted their lives in the last 12 months. In this episode Jay's wife Radhi joins him for a road trip around LA in the all electric BMW iX. The iX is the embodiment of the ideal blend of luxury, technology, and power that delivers a thrilling, yet sustainable comfortable ride. In this episode, you'll learn: How to overcome your fears & unlock the core of your fears How to set better intentions for next year How to give value to your partner's opinions How to see past the lessons you’ve learned As always with Jay and Radhi, their conversations are filled with laughter as well as deep reflections. This episode is filled with incredible nuggets of tips on how to implement strategies on shifting your mindset on fear and goal setting. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:34 What’s Something You Would Ask Your Partner’s Opinion Of? 03:24 What Do You Avoid Asking Opinion For? 06:56 What Need Have You Not Found a Friend to Spend With? 08:25 If We Switch Roles Today, What’s the First Thing You Will Do As Me? 14:08 Any Fun Memories While Driving? 16:57 Where Do You Drive To When You Miss Home? 18:43 Place You Are Most Scared of Going That You Ended Up Going 23:49 What’s the Root Cause of Our Fears? 26:41 What Is the Biggest Lesson You’ve Learned this Year 29:59 What Is Something You Want to Work on Next Year? 34:04 What Is Something You Valued in Your Relationship Now that You Didn’t Value Before? 37:58 What Did You Change This Year that Impacted Your Life? To learn more about the all electric BMW iX head here https://bit.ly/jayshettyxbmwix See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15 Dec 202343min
Nick Kyrgios ON: How to Deal with Being Misunderstood & Stop Trying to Live Up to People's Expectations
Tired of being misunderstood all the time? Are you looking for ways to stop living up to other people's expectations? Then this podcast is for you. Today, Jay Shetty welcomes world-ranking professional tennis player Nick Kyrgios. Nick burst onto the pro tennis scene in 2012 after a prolific junior tennis career. Since his start he has captivated fans with a larger than life personality, passion for the game, and unpredictability. Kyrgios has won 7 singles titles and 4 doubles titles in his career, but 2022 marked the first time Kyrgios displayed his dominance making it to his first Grand Slam Final, winning 3 singles titles, and 3 doubles titles. He also reached the Quarter Finals of the 2022 US Open beating then-ranked No. 1 Daniil Medvedev and is one of the few players on Tour who have beaten the Big Three (Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal) at least once. In this conversation, Nick opens up about how his strong personality online has sparked hate and negativity - how misunderstood his persona is and how different he is with friends and family. Nick also briefly talks about dark times, dealing with depression and addiction and turning the most difficult phase of his life into a pivotal moment to have the best year of his life when he reached the Wimbledon final. He also talks about looking at life beyond tennis and what awaits him in the future. In this episode, you will learn: How to accept your flaws How to overcome fear and anger How to turn your life around How to deal with negativity How to become your best self A truly inspiring story begins with a challenge and ends with a triumph, and Nick has just proven to us that success isn't elusive when you dream big and work hard for it. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 00:54 Enjoying Some Time Off 02:00 Nick Used to Hate Playing Tennis 03:35 Misbranded by the Media 06:00 The Effects of Promoting Negative Content 08:25 Dealing with Mental Health in Silence 10:49 Getting Out of the Darkest Moments 15:08 How Hard Work Led to Wimbledon 17:04 People Only See the Anger 19:23 People Will Always Have Something to Say 22:56 Being Okay with Leaving the Game Behind 24:52 Nick Talks About His Injury 25:46 Would You Spend Time with Your Haters? 28:25 Playing the Character of a Villain 29:55 The Best Crowd to Play For 33:32 Who is the Nice Guy Nick? 34:59 Tennis Is A White Privileged Sport! 38:34 How Media Can Negatively Affect Your Mental Health 44:26 How Strong Boundaries Make Relationships Work 49:36 An Old Conversation with Drake 51:50 Happiness is Spending Time with Family 54:44 The Many Breakdowns that People Do Not Know 59:14 What’s Keeping You Busy These Days? 01:00:30 The Best Places to Visit 01:02:00 Regrets of Losing a Loved One 01:06:44 Learning How to Bounce Back Right Away 01:07:58 The Hardest Lesson You Had to Learn 01:12:05 How Stress Can Affect How You React to People 01:16:24 Why Would You Break a Racket? 01:19:14 Routine Consistency is Hard Work 01:21:15 The Struggle of Letting People Down 01:24:13 Nick on Final Five Episode Resources: Nick Kyrgios | Website Nick Kyrgios | X Nick Kyrgios | Instagram Nick Kyrgios | FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11 Dec 20231h 40min
7 Tips to Interact with Toxic Family Members During The Holidays (Pre- Party Practice)
How can you prevent toxic conversations? How can you prevent someone from triggering a negative response out of you? As we step into the holiday season, potentially tricky conversations during family gatherings can happen. We've all been there, dealing with relatives where the connection isn't as smooth as we'd like, and the conversations can be a bit of a challenge. Before you switch into the festive gatherings, a bit of pre-party practice could be your secret weapon. And there is power in being the bigger person—leading with empathy and understanding. In this episode, you’ll learn: The best practices for a restful sleep How to improve your sleeping habits How to change your body clock Let's make this holiday season one filled with warmth, understanding, and, of course, lots of love. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:00 The Sense of Discomfort Around Family 04:10 #1 Pre-Party Practice You Need Before the Holidays 10:03 #2: Prepare for the Questions Often Asked 12:14 #3: Family Gatherings are Rarely the Place to Fix Things Out 18:10 #4: Select Your Allies and Communicate with Them Beforehand 20:04 #5: Alter the Direction of the Evening by Showing Affection 23:07 #6: It’s Okay to Vent Afterwards 26:15 #7: Don’t Let Anyone Get Under Your SkinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8 Dec 202329min
Dr. Darshan Shah ON: 3 Step Process to Reset Your Gut Health and Reduce Inflammation & Why Sitting is Increasing Your Mortality Rate by 10%
How do you reset your gut health? How can you reduce inflammation in your body? Today, we welcome Dr. Darshan Shah. Dr. Shah is a health and wellness specialist, board certified surgeon, published author, entrepreneur, and founder of Next Health, the world's first and largest health optimization and longevity clinic. With expertise in all body systems, Dr. Shah has performed over 15, 000 surgical procedures, including trauma surgery, general surgery, and reconstructive procedures. As a health and wellness specialist, he has advised thousands of patients on how to optimize their well being and extend their lifespan. Dr. Shah talks about the three-step process that empowers you to take charge of your health, examine the changing landscape of our food intake, and learn four essential ways to eat right. He emphasizes the importance of plant-based protein sources and the incredible benefits of vegetables, and dives deep into consequences of low vitamin D levels. The conversation takes a turn towards the power of social activity and how to break free from sedentary behavior. Uncover valuable insights on escaping the clutches of perfectionism and how to prepare for old age. Dr. Shah sheds light on the benefits of sleep tracking and shares best practices to ensure a good night's rest. Together, let's gain a deeper understanding of how inflammation affects your gut health, learn how to take care of your heart, and explore the technological evolution of cancer testing. In this interview, you’ll learn: How to eat healthy How to change your diet effectively How to exercise properly How to be more active at home The benefits of good sleep How to take care of your gut How to take care of your body There is so much to learn and so much information to process, but this conversation will surely lead you to a better, healthier lifestyle. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 03:06 Why Was There a Need to Build Next Health? 09:11 The Three-Step Process to Stay Healthy 13:19 What Has Changed With Our Food Intake? 16:16 4 Ways to Eat Right 24:36 Plant-Based Sources of Protein 26:11 How Vegetables Can Greatly Help Your Body 30:44 This Happens When Your Vitamin D Level is Low 34:12 Know What is the Blood Work Optimal Range 36:51 You Need to Invest in Social Activity 39:19 How to Break Sedentary Behavior? 46:46 How Do You Get Out of the Perfectionist Mentality? 48:32 How Do You Prepare for Old Age? 50:21 The Benefits of Sleep Tracking 57:24 Best Practices to Help You Sleep Through the Night 01:03:52 Inflammation Affects Your Gut Health 01:09:10 How to Take Care of Your Heart 01:14:23 Technological Evolution of Testing Cancer 01:18:24 How Do We Prevent Cancer? 01:22:28 Conclusion Episode Resources: Darshan Shah | Website Darshan Shah | Instagram Darshan Shah | LinkedIn Darshan Shah | Facebook Darshan Shah | YouTube Next HealthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4 Dec 20231h 30min
8 Strategies for Deeper Sleep & Boosting Your Energy All Day
Do you want to sleep deeper? Do you want energy that will last you all day? If you're grappling with consistent difficulty in achieving restful nights, then this episode can help you. Today, we're diving deep into one of the most widespread challenges of our modern lives — the elusive, quality sleep that seems to escape many of us. We dive into the secrets to transform your bedroom into a sanctuary that promotes healthy sleep. You will learn to discover the power of location, the influence of time, and how to create an environment that embraces the soothing energy and memories of a restful night. We introduce the first key to having good sleep: maintaining a sanctuary-like atmosphere in your bedroom. From adjusting the thermostat to match your body temperature to embracing cave-like darkness, these steps are game-changers for a good night's sleep. In this episode, you’ll learn: The best practices for a restful sleep How to improve your sleeping habits How to change your body clock In this transformative episode, we walk through the essential keys to unlock the door to a better night's sleep. Your journey to restful nights and vibrant days starts right here. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:35 Who Doesn’t Need a Better, Deeper, Quality Sleep? 03:13 #1: Location Has Energy, Time Has Memory 04:34 How to Make Your Bedroom a Sanctuary for a Healthy Sleep? 06:18 #2: Include Drinking Warm Water in Your Morning Routine 07:55 #3: Lower the Thermostat at Bedtime to Match Your Body Temperature 11:22 #4: Create a Cave-Like Darkness 14:22 #5: Recognize Your Body’s Circadian Rhythm Clock 16:38 #6: Get a Comfortable Mattress 17:45 #7: Learn More About Yoga Nidra 19:39 #8: Know the Best Sleep PositionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 Dec 202323min
Emma Grede ON: The Formula to Building a Billion Dollar Empire & How Identifying Your Fears Will Help You Achieve Your Dreams
Do you want to know the formula to building a billion- dollar empire? Do you want to identify your fears in order to reach your dreams? Is work-life balance actually a myth? If you're in search of building a career of your own and be as successful as your potential allows you to become, the insights in this conversation will help you achieve your goals. Our guest today, Emma Grede, has founded and is at the helm of multiple global businesses including Good American, Safely and SKIMS. Emma candidly opens up about the secrets of finding motivation in the most unlikely places and we get to learn that the job we're struggling in today might just be the stepping stone to a remarkable career shift tomorrow. Fear is not the enemy – it's our gateway to personal growth and altering the trajectory of our careers. In this interview, you'll learn: How to find the motivation to change your life How to turn struggle into an opportunity How to be overcome societal expectations of women How to find success in your passion How to restart your career Tips on effective decision-making Experiences are more than just wisdom; it's an invitation to embrace your potential, overcome obstacles, and live life authentically. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 06:10 The Ambition Mindset 08:58 Overnight Success Is An ILLUSION 15:08 Every Job Will Teach You An Important Lesson 17:44 How Fear Can Help You Grow 22:21 Every Relationship Has Chapters 26:36 The Tradeoffs Mothers Make Daily 30:24 CHALLENGE The Expectations Set For Women 32:03 Take Time To Reflect On What Matters To You 36:23 What Makes A Successful Relationship? 41:09 Practice Who You Want To Become Everyday 43:31 Misconceptions About Working Women 49:48 What’s Your Intention When Going to Work? 51:35 Don’t Be Afraid To Take Chances 01:01:08 How To Come Up With A Good Business Idea 01:04:41 How A Successful Businesswoman Thinks 01:12:24 The Most Stressful Part Of Building A Business 01:15:03 Responsibilities That Come With Success 01:22:37 Emma Grede On Final Five Episode Resources: Emma Grede | Instagram Emma Grede | Facebook Good AmericanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27 Nov 20231h 30min
