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Personal Growth

Personal Growth

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Prioritizing Deep Sleep and Long-Term Thinking for a Fulfilling Life
The choices we make every day, such as prioritizing deep sleep and thinking long-term, can give us a more fulfilling life.
2:11:15 - 2:18:07 (06:52)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The choices we make every day, such as prioritizing deep sleep and thinking long-term, can give us a more fulfilling life. By focusing on what will matter 100 or 200 years from now, we can elevate ourselves beyond our current contextual mesh and optimize our lives.

Episode
#186 – Bryan Johnson: Kernel Brain-Computer Interfaces
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The Power of Content Creation for Personal Growth and Success
The host emphasizes the capability of individuals to create the life they desire regardless of their current situation, and the role of content creation in achieving this.
1:04:49 - 1:16:00 (11:10)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The host emphasizes the capability of individuals to create the life they desire regardless of their current situation, and the role of content creation in achieving this. He also touches on the importance of acknowledging others through content and making hand-to-hand interactions.

Episode
#322: JT Barnett – Seeing The Future
Podcast
The Danny Miranda Podcast
Reflecting on Personal Growth
Reflecting on personal growth and progress made over time is important, as it helps to build confidence and motivation to continue moving forward.
1:12:40 - 1:13:30 (00:50)
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Personal Growth
Summary

Reflecting on personal growth and progress made over time is important, as it helps to build confidence and motivation to continue moving forward. Polina's advice can be found on thereadprofile.com.

Episode
#298 - Polina Pompliano - David Goggins & Elon Musk's Performance Secrets
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
The Power of Embracing Hard Things
Embracing challenging activities, such as training hard or learning a difficult skill, can have benefits beyond just physical results.
3:31:10 - 3:38:28 (07:18)
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Personal Growth
Summary

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.

Episode
Dr. Layne Norton: The Science of Eating for Health, Fat Loss & Lean Muscle
Podcast
Huberman Lab
Focusing on Controllables
The speaker believes it is better to live in a psychological world of controllables rather than chasing after things that feel like shit and are uncontrollable, citing examples of setting goals like winning a BAFTA that may not necessarily be in our control.
1:15:51 - 1:20:26 (04:34)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker believes it is better to live in a psychological world of controllables rather than chasing after things that feel like shit and are uncontrollable, citing examples of setting goals like winning a BAFTA that may not necessarily be in our control.

Episode
E220: Romesh Ranganathan: There's A Dark Voice In My Head That I've Learnt To Control
Podcast
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Reflections on Life, Aging, and Feminism
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.
45:59 - 48:27 (02:28)
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Personal Growth
Summary

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.

Episode
Julia Gets Wise with Jane Fonda
Podcast
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus
The Future Self You Never Knew
In this episode, Shankar Vedantam explores the concept of future selves, and how our present selves often make decisions that our future selves may not agree with.
07:37 - 14:07 (06:30)
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Personal Growth
Summary

In this episode, Shankar Vedantam explores the concept of future selves, and how our present selves often make decisions that our future selves may not agree with. He suggests that we should be proactive in crafting the person we want to become in the future.

Episode
You don't actually know what your future self wants | Shankar Vedantam
Podcast
TED Talks Daily
Revealing Your True Self
Overcoming fear and revealing one's true self, is one of the most painful things one goes through.
08:08 - 11:46 (03:38)
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Personal Growth
Summary

Overcoming fear and revealing one's true self, is one of the most painful things one goes through. When you realize things within yourself don't match what you present to the world, the fear of appearing as fake or even a liar is present.

Episode
50. Feeling Alone When You're Around People
Podcast
Aware & Aggravated
The Maniwok Caves Podcast
Hear the personal stories and tools of successful people on their journey to making a difference in the world.
1:11:25 - 1:13:30 (02:05)
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Personal Growth
Summary

Hear the personal stories and tools of successful people on their journey to making a difference in the world.

Episode
Selects: The Ins and Outs of Beekeeping
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know
Experiencing Insight
The feeling of discovering something that not everyone else knows generates excitement.
43:22 - 45:44 (02:22)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The feeling of discovering something that not everyone else knows generates excitement. This insight can be found in a book or conversation and elevates one's sense of self-importance.

Episode
Ep. 78 | 2 Bears 1 Cave w/ Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
Podcast
2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
Conversation about personal well-being and heroic act
The conversation discusses a person's well-being and the aftermath of a heroic act.
28:30 - 35:39 (07:09)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The conversation discusses a person's well-being and the aftermath of a heroic act. The person is reportedly excited about their job, losing weight, and starting new friendships, but also had concerns about someone described as a grandiose narcissist.

Episode
Burning Suspicion
Podcast
Dateline NBC
Reflections on Personal Growth and Learning from Others
The speaker reflects on how small experiences and his upbringing have contributed to his personal growth and mentions two things he believes can benefit everyone.
10:30 - 15:45 (05:15)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker reflects on how small experiences and his upbringing have contributed to his personal growth and mentions two things he believes can benefit everyone.

Episode
Exploration with Leland Melvin
Podcast
A Bit of Optimism
Overcoming Insecurity and Channeling Adversity into Success
The speaker shares how he overcame his insecurities by using his past struggles as motivation to become successful instead of letting them hold him back.
47:52 - 51:42 (03:50)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker shares how he overcame his insecurities by using his past struggles as motivation to become successful instead of letting them hold him back. He discusses the concept of using one's privilege or advantages to challenge oneself and strive for excellence.

Episode
Patrick Campbell: The Billion $ Quilting Industry And Using Spy Secrets To Gain A Competitive Edge
Podcast
My First Million
The Benefits of Slowing Down One's Thought Process.
The speaker discusses how hearing new ideas and perspectives can slow down one's thought process, and result in personal growth.
1:30:04 - 1:34:04 (04:00)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker discusses how hearing new ideas and perspectives can slow down one's thought process, and result in personal growth. They also encourage their audience to persevere through tough times because success may be just within reach.

Episode
Side Piece Ep.07 - Coparenting
Podcast
2 Be Better
Reflection on an Evolution of Confidence Building
In this podcast, the speaker reflects on the evolution of a person's confidence building and empathetic behaviours, after knowing him for 15 years.
54:33 - 55:44 (01:10)
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Personal Growth
Summary

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.

Episode
Garry Tan, President & CEO of Y Combinator
Podcast
The Social Radars
Navigating Difficult Conversations with Personal Boundaries
The episode dives into how to establish and communicate personal boundaries and desires in relationships, as well as tackle the tough decision between living authentically or risking losing connection with family.
1:18:21 - 1:24:14 (05:53)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The episode dives into how to establish and communicate personal boundaries and desires in relationships, as well as tackle the tough decision between living authentically or risking losing connection with family.

Episode
How to Build Habits to Create Financial Abundance & Success w/Jen Sincero EP 1101
Podcast
The School of Greatness
Accusations and Fighting Back
The speaker talks about not accusing someone even when they have reason to, because of the hurt it can cause.
24:28 - 28:45 (04:17)
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Personal Growth
Summary

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.

Episode
Episode 5
Podcast
The Coldest Case In Laramie
My German Father Eating an Egg
The speaker shares a personal story about his father's behavior and how it shaped his life decisions.
05:51 - 12:10 (06:18)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker shares a personal story about his father's behavior and how it shaped his life decisions.

Episode
Part One: Edward Bernays: The Founding Father of Lies
Podcast
Behind the Bastards
The idea of personal change and the practice of koans
The protagonist in a story is often the character that has the chance to change and takes it, and this idea can be applied to personal change in real life.
1:25:52 - 1:33:27 (07:35)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The protagonist in a story is often the character that has the chance to change and takes it, and this idea can be applied to personal change in real life. The practice of koans, such as the sound of one hand clapping, can help facilitate this change by allowing individuals to let go of their sense of self and achieve enlightenment.

Episode
#531: Henry Shukman — Zen, Tools for Awakening, Ayahuasca vs. Meditation, Intro to Koans, and Using Wounds as the Doorway
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The Impact of Private Sins
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.
14:04 - 17:22 (03:17)
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Personal Growth
Summary

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.

Episode
Day 111: The Church as the Body of Christ
Podcast
The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Overcoming Irrational Beliefs
The speaker discusses the impact of irrational beliefs instilled in poverty areas and the process of overcoming them through personal growth and development, particularly during incarceration.
58:51 - 1:02:28 (03:37)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker discusses the impact of irrational beliefs instilled in poverty areas and the process of overcoming them through personal growth and development, particularly during incarceration.

Episode
#39 Struggle Jennings
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
Supporting a Friend Through Personal Changes
The speaker shares advice on how to support a friend going through personal changes.
1:13:25 - 1:17:44 (04:19)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker shares advice on how to support a friend going through personal changes. It's important to approach the situation with support and guidance, rather than scolding or pressure.

Episode
#14 - Mark Normand
Podcast
Stavvy's World
Embracing Change and Learning from Life's Lessons
The biggest lessons in life come from moments of friction and joy, and it is important to pay attention to these lessons, let go of excuses, and take action towards change, even amidst difficult life circumstances.
35:38 - 40:25 (04:46)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The biggest lessons in life come from moments of friction and joy, and it is important to pay attention to these lessons, let go of excuses, and take action towards change, even amidst difficult life circumstances.

Episode
3 Lessons From One of the Hardest Years of My Life
Podcast
The Mel Robbins Podcast
Working Hard to Earn Gas Money
The speaker discusses working hard to earn gas money in their teenage years, as they were about to graduate high school and pay for everything on their own.
54:47 - 58:13 (03:26)
Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker discusses working hard to earn gas money in their teenage years, as they were about to graduate high school and pay for everything on their own.

Episode
My Parents on Me Dropping Out of College & Finding Out I Had a Tumor
Podcast
The Unplanned Podcast with Matt & Abby
The Power of Taking Time Off to Learn and Serve with Jay Shetty
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.
08:45 - 12:31 (03:46)
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Personal Growth
Summary

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.

Episode
#1 Daily Habit to Transform Your Life & How to Set Intentions That Actually Work
Podcast
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
Overcoming Fear and Growing as a Person
The speaker shares how they overcame their fear of people and grew as a person, discussing how they used to avoid situations and people they were scared of but learned to confront their fears.
05:44 - 08:45 (03:00)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker shares how they overcame their fear of people and grew as a person, discussing how they used to avoid situations and people they were scared of but learned to confront their fears.

Episode
"Will Forte"
Podcast
SmartLess
Personal Habits and School Experiences
The speaker discusses the adoption of morning exercise routines during lockdown and her experience as a perfectionist teacher's pet in high school.
24:34 - 27:12 (02:37)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker discusses the adoption of morning exercise routines during lockdown and her experience as a perfectionist teacher's pet in high school.

Episode
35. BONUS EPISODE: “Don’t talk about us on the podcast”
Podcast
The Psychology of your 20’s
Reflections on Personal Growth
The speaker reflects on their personal growth and the progress they've made in terms of creative pursuits, noting that what once seemed unattainable is now within reach.
36:18 - 40:44 (04:26)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker reflects on their personal growth and the progress they've made in terms of creative pursuits, noting that what once seemed unattainable is now within reach. The speaker also discusses experiencing a sense of calm and satisfaction from completing a significant project.

Episode
Serotonin
Podcast
Distractible
Overcoming Personal Struggles
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.
17:57 - 21:08 (03:11)
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Personal Growth
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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.

Episode
Airports, Karaoke, & The Very First TROLL OF THE WEEK!
Podcast
When Reality Hits with Jax and Brittany
Midlife Assessment
The notion of a midlife crisis is antiquated - in this episode, host discusses why he prefers the idea of a midlife assessment.
15:27 - 17:02 (01:34)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The notion of a midlife crisis is antiquated - in this episode, host discusses why he prefers the idea of a midlife assessment.

Episode
Andrew Santino's PERFECT Impressions: Bill Burr, Jordan Peterson & Joe Biden
Podcast
Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
The Importance of Feeling Pain for Personal Growth and Social Change
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.
22:49 - 28:30 (05:41)
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Personal Growth
Summary

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.

Episode
5 Ways to Be More Present: Indigenous Wisdom from Kaitlin Curtice
Podcast
We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle
Jason's Life Story
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.
02:08 - 11:56 (09:47)
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Personal Growth
Summary

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.

Episode
Episode 3: The Breaking Point
Podcast
Bear Brook
Finding Your Path and Smart Moves
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.
28:46 - 32:17 (03:31)
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Personal Growth
Summary

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.

Episode
#107 Sol Price: Retail Revolutionary & Social Innovator
Podcast
Founders
The Importance of Reflecting on Past Challenges and Stressful Experiences
Personal growth and the ability to move beyond challenges and stress require effective reflection and asking empowering questions about the experience.
48:32 - 53:38 (05:05)
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Personal Growth
Summary

Personal growth and the ability to move beyond challenges and stress require effective reflection and asking empowering questions about the experience. Recovery and distilling emotions around the experience can help with reflection and proactive growth.

Episode
Defeating LAZINESS with Ex Navy SEAL Commander | Rich Diviney | The Expert Series
Podcast
The Mindset Mentor
Seizing an Opportunity
A speaker reflects on the importance of being ready to jump on opportunities, even if it means interrupting plans with family, and the high adrenaline rush that comes with it.
02:53 - 09:42 (06:49)
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Personal Growth
Summary

A speaker reflects on the importance of being ready to jump on opportunities, even if it means interrupting plans with family, and the high adrenaline rush that comes with it.

Episode
17: Who Murdered Courtney Coco part 6
Podcast
Real Life Real Crime
Navigating Your 20s vs 30s
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.
00:00 - 03:57 (03:57)
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Personal Growth
Summary

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.

Episode
22: The Strange Disappearance of Glen and Bessie Hyde. Grand Canyon National Park
Podcast
National Park After Dark
Overcoming Bullying in a Sorority
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.
17:58 - 22:09 (04:10)
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Personal Growth
Summary

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.

Episode
Episode #1: Introduction | Get to Know Me
Podcast
Bestie Chats with Soph
Self-improvement and Humor as a Coping Mechanism
The speaker discusses their journey towards self-improvement in terms of appearance and personal issues, using humor as a way to cope.
29:29 - 31:04 (01:34)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker discusses their journey towards self-improvement in terms of appearance and personal issues, using humor as a way to cope. They express gratitude towards their family and friends and thank a guest for joining them.

Episode
Male Vanity and Green Text Bubbles
Podcast
I've Had It
Reflections on a graduate student mixer
The speaker shares about her experience attending a graduate student mixer and her realization that the deeper the root of her struggles, the harder it is to overcome them.
22:37 - 29:06 (06:29)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker shares about her experience attending a graduate student mixer and her realization that the deeper the root of her struggles, the harder it is to overcome them.

Episode
119: Yael Shy, Helping College Students Fight Stress and FOMO
Podcast
Ten Percent Happier with Dan Harris
The Importance of Fully Committing to Your Pursuits
The speaker emphasizes the need to fully commit to one's pursuits in life in order to experience the exhilaration of achievement and true self-determination.
45:51 - 48:24 (02:33)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker emphasizes the need to fully commit to one's pursuits in life in order to experience the exhilaration of achievement and true self-determination.

Episode
Ep 416 - 2 Fly To Die
Podcast
Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast
Personal Admissions and Reflections
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.
33:25 - 41:43 (08:17)
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Personal Growth
Summary

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.

Episode
The Search for Sheree | Everything Escalates | 1
Podcast
Cold
Pressure of Public Image
The guest speaker talks about the impact media training had on their life and how they struggled with balancing their self-image with the external perception of others.
18:00 - 22:14 (04:14)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The guest speaker talks about the impact media training had on their life and how they struggled with balancing their self-image with the external perception of others.

Episode
Ep 12: Nickelodeon’s Secret About the Ned’s Declassified Reboot
Podcast
Ned's Declassified Podcast Survival Guide
The Value of Doing the Opposite
Learn the value of doing the opposite when it comes to lying, negative self-talk, and negative behavior patterns in this episode.
22:48 - 26:56 (04:08)
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Personal Growth
Summary

Learn the value of doing the opposite when it comes to lying, negative self-talk, and negative behavior patterns in this episode.

Episode
Matthew McConaughey: Who's Your Daddy?
Podcast
Let's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa
Trusting Your Intuition and Figuring Out Life
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the importance of trusting your intuition and continuing to learn and grow in all areas of life.
54:41 - 56:16 (01:35)
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Personal Growth
Summary

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.

Episode
Love is Blind’s Iyanna McNeely Tells All
Podcast
Out of the Pods
Learning from Mistakes and Reflection
Discussing personal growth, the speaker reflects on how they have learned from past mistakes and are more self-aware, calling out problematic behavior and taking feedback more seriously.
08:59 - 11:48 (02:49)
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Personal Growth
Summary

Discussing personal growth, the speaker reflects on how they have learned from past mistakes and are more self-aware, calling out problematic behavior and taking feedback more seriously.

Episode
S3 Ep4: Christmas is Cancelled with Laurel Bristow
Podcast
Normal Gossip
Nurturing Your Inner Light
The speaker acknowledges that although having supportive parents helped her, the world can still dim our light from time to time.
27:45 - 29:18 (01:33)
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Personal Growth
Summary

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.

Episode
“Excellence Is My Practice” with Gayle King
Podcast
Michelle Obama: The Light Podcast
Starting Over
This podcast discusses the idea of starting over and the reasons one may want to begin anew.
00:00 - 00:44 (00:44)
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Personal Growth
Summary

This podcast discusses the idea of starting over and the reasons one may want to begin anew.

Episode
Guys Do What With Their Balls?! | Howie Mandel Does Stuff
Podcast
Howie Mandel Does Stuff Podcast