The speaker discusses the importance of tuning into what really matters to you and prioritizing personal values over societal expectations, even if it means not achieving the highest status job. This leads to a fulfilling life and better personal relationships.
In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss how self-awareness can help individuals recognize their negative behavior and strive for personal growth. They encourage listeners to ask themselves why they feel a certain way and be curious about themselves.
Embracing challenging activities, such as training hard or learning a difficult skill, can have benefits beyond just physical results. Learning to enjoy the process of hard work can build confidence and provide a sense of fulfillment.
Fonda discusses her personal life experiences and inspirations, from rejecting scripts to go gray and embracing aging to the influence of Annie Lamont's words on her life.
In this TED Radio Hour installment, the host shares three lessons on how to become an improved individual - to be curious, practice humility and be brave. The Mind Body Spirit series discusses integrating the whole mind and amplifying energy.
The speaker was looking for guidance on how to properly sell online and learn new skills and processes to improve their career choices. Despite criticism from older peers, they recognized the importance of taking risks at this point in their life.
The speaker shares how pushing herself to be uncomfortable and raising her threshold helped her manage her stress levels and work towards her goals. She provides examples from her experience with posting on social media and working with a nutrition coach.
The host discusses their reaction to people who try to exert power over them and how it makes them feel challenged.
The speaker shares how they helped a young man named Joshua, who was in need of a job but didn't have much construction experience, by offering him work to clean and organize job sites.
The speaker shares how taking a shower gives a feeling of control and refreshment, while getting enough sleep, even in the form of a nap, can transform one's outlook on the world.
The speaker discusses how the challenges she faced with her sickly son allowed her to overcome her addiction, and how she learned to find gratitude in unexpected places.
The speaker questions if they are leaving a positive impact on the world with their decisions regarding lifestyle choices, such as eating meat and purchasing products made in China.
The host plans to share personal stories and struggles in an effort to provide additional content to their listeners.
In this podcast, the speaker reflects on the evolution of a person's confidence building and empathetic behaviours, after knowing him for 15 years. The speaker admires the level of maturity and willingness to resolve conflicts and grow, while building up their confidence and empathy along the way.
The speaker talks about not accusing someone even when they have reason to, because of the hurt it can cause. They also mention being a good fighter in the past.
The speaker explains that one's difficult childhood cannot be used as an excuse for being a bad parent to one's own children; being a PhD holder is proof that one can learn from their difficult childhood.
One of the best ways to get someone to learn something new about themselves is to go through their digital or physical archive and point out things they may have forgotten about. This can make someone feel appreciated and lead them to new insights about themselves.
The act of criticizing someone's behavior can accidentally turn into an attack on the person themselves. Instead, it's important to separate behavior from the individual and try to understand what led them to act that way.
The speaker discusses how personal, private sins may hurt not only oneself but also others, and how the pursuit of virtue can help to mitigate this impact.
The host discusses how personal growth tools can help individuals discover their strengths and break negative feedback loops. Surrounding oneself with like-minded people can also contribute to personal growth and success.
The best way to handle a mistake or offense is to simply apologize and pledge to never repeat the same actions again.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of who you surround yourself with and shares their excitement about the upcoming birth of their baby, and their openness to different gender possibilities.
The speaker talks about finding fun in midlife as well as the ability to effortlessly memorize lines as one gets more experienced as an actor.
Jay Shetty emphasizes the importance of taking time off to learn and serve, because movies have the power to shift culture and conversation, and spending time with teachers and seeking knowledge can bring wisdom to life.
The speaker discusses their shift in mindset regarding having life plans, and how their goals are more flexible and focused on personal boundaries.
The speaker jokes about past controversial comments, while conceding they were not appropriate. He credits his success to the positive influence of those around him.
Your potential for personal growth is limited or expanded by your mindset; negative thoughts hinder progress while a positive mindset opens up possibilities. Simply talking about actions and habits won't lead to change without a positive mindset.
The hosts have a candid conversation about their upbringing and their different personalities. One describes himself as a realist while the other is more emotional and passionate.
The speaker talks about feeling like they are in a better place after losing their father and reflecting on their personal struggles, while acknowledging that they are not perfect but always striving to improve.
The notion of a midlife crisis is antiquated - in this episode, host discusses why he prefers the idea of a midlife assessment.
Reflecting on personal experiences and societal conflicts, the speaker emphasizes the importance of allowing oneself to feel pain as a catalyst for personal growth and social change.
Jason drops out of high school after realizing his new one is more advanced, and shortly after meets a woman who turns his life around.
This podcast episode discusses the influence of the words we use in our lives, how they can affect our thoughts and behaviors, and ultimately impact our successes and failures.
The speaker discusses the envy of individuals who were able to find their passion early on in life and achieve success, while many others struggle to figure out their path. They also mention the concept of renting out space to other independent operators.
The speaker shares her journey of overcoming drug addiction, going back to school, having a healthy relationship, and finding happiness through her career and new husband, despite bashing men and gender roles in the past.
The speaker reflects on the differences between her 20s and 30s, acknowledging the uncertainty of early 20s and the financial stability that comes with being in your 30s.
The host discusses her experience of being bullied in a sorority during her time at the University of Oregon, how it shaped her into the person she is today, and highlights the importance of standing up for oneself.
Retreats can empower individuals to make different choices and perspective changes. Even though initially retreats may be viewed as a crazy fantasy, many individuals have been positively impacted by taking part in them.
The speaker speaks about setting a goal, trying it, and even if it was done wrong, it is still a sign of bravery and strength to keep trying. The speaker also talks about their exercise routine and how they used to feel unsure of themselves in their younger years.
The speaker makes some personal admissions about his life, including being fired and stealing from an employer, and reflects on the importance of talking with someone he trusts about difficult thoughts and feelings.
Learn the value of doing the opposite when it comes to lying, negative self-talk, and negative behavior patterns in this episode.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of individual growth and not conforming to societal norms or gender roles. They mention that personal growth is a non-linear process and should not be rushed.
The speaker discusses a difficult individual named Betty who won't stop giving unwarranted advice and shares a personal experience of how she dealt with the situation.
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the importance of trusting your intuition and continuing to learn and grow in all areas of life. They welcome comments and questions from listeners as they navigate their own paths.
The conversation revolves around pursuing one's goals, from writing for Seinfeld and success to getting on TV and playing characters.
The speaker describes how watching a documentary and taking a dance class helped him turn his life around, going from a life of crime to improving his emotional intelligence and vulnerability.
The speaker acknowledges that although having supportive parents helped her, the world can still dim our light from time to time. She encourages listeners to navigate life's uncertainties and continue to let their light shine.
