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In this episode, Mark Groves discusses the importance of trusting yourself and the key to navigating relationships and personal growth. Mark shares insights from his own journey, including leaving a secure career, embracing sobriety, and navigating relationship endings with integrity. He also delves into the importance of choosing self-alignment over people-pleasing, distinguishing intuition from trauma, and building self-trust through small commitments.

Key Takeaways:

 • Personal growth and transformation through self-awareness
 • The distinction between healthy shame and toxic shame
 • The impact of sobriety on personal relationships and self-identity
 • The importance of living with integrity and aligning with one’s authentic self
 • The complexities of love, commitment, and personal responsibility in relationships
 • The role of attachment styles in relationship dynamics
 • The significance of grief in the process of change and healing
 • Building self-trust through small, achievable commitments
 • The transformative power of embracing vulnerability and truth in relationships

If you enjoyed this conversation with Mark Groves, check out these other episodes:

How to Make Great Relationships with Dr. Rick Hanson

How to Have Healthier Relationships with Yourself and Others with Jillian Turecki

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Trusting Yourself: The Key to Navigating Relationships and Personal Growth with Mark Groves

In this episode, Shaka Senghor discusses the power of choice, and how to break free from shame, anger, and grief, which can be the hardest prisons to escape. Shaka spent 19 years in prison and seven of those in solitary confinement. But he’ll tell you that he was imprisoned long before handcuffs, and that his freedom came long before his release. His new book, How to Be Free. A Proven Guide to Escaping Life’s Hidden Prisons, is about finding the doors we often don’t notice and walking through them.

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Key Takeaways:

 • Shaka’s journey of transformation and healing after 19 years in prison.
 • The concept of “hidden prisons,” including emotional and psychological struggles like shame, grief, and anger.
 • The role of literacy and mentorship in personal growth
 • The impact of grief, including the loss of his brother and his son’s health challenges
 • The relationship between anger and unresolved emotional pain, and how it can hinder healing.
 • The significance of accountability and self-forgiveness in overcoming past mistakes.
 • The societal challenges faced by formerly incarcerated individuals and the need for systemic change.
 • The complexity of personal agency and responsibility in the context of life choices and circumstances.
 • The importance of embracing life’s messiness and the ongoing journey of healing and growth.

If you enjoyed this conversation with Shaka Senghor, check out these other episodes:

Dr. Tererai Trent on Incredible Perseverance

Improvising in Life with Stephen Nachmanovitch

Life Lessons with Dr. Edith Eger

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The Power of Choice: How to Break Free from Shame, Anger, and Grief with Shaka Senghor

In this episode, Scott Stabile explores the idea of choosing love in a divisive world and how empathy can be our guiding light when life feels fractured. Scott shares deeply personal stories — from the tragedy of losing his parents to addiction in his family — and how forgiveness and compassion became the most difficult, yet most healing choices of his life. He talks about the role of awareness, the lies of shame, the futility of chasing quick fixes, and why love isn’t a fleeting feeling but an action we can commit to again and again. 

Key Takeaways:

 • The transformative power of love as a conscious choice.
 • The parable of the two wolves and the importance of feeding the good impulses.
 • The role of awareness and compassion in personal growth.
 • The impact of shame and the healing power of sharing personal struggles.
 • The relationship between forgiveness, empathy, and personal healing.
 • The complexities of addiction and its multifaceted nature.
 • The distinction between happiness as a feeling versus actions that promote happiness.
 • The management of fear through consistent action and self-care.
 • The futility of seeking a single solution to emotional struggles.
 • The importance of ongoing personal growth and the acceptance of emotional impermanence.

If you enjoyed this conversation with Scott Stabile, check out these other episodes:

How to Be Enough As You Are with Scott Stabile

Omid Safi on Radical Love

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Choosing Love in a Divisive World: Empathy as Our Guiding Light with Scott Stabile

In this episode, Bobbi Brown explores the questions “What if?” and “Why not?”—her mantra for living with curiosity and courage. Renowned makeup artist, entrepreneur, and founder of Jones Road, Bobbi shares how choosing decency over drama and normalcy over fabulosity shaped both her career and her life. She talks about the power of kindness, the myth of “always-on” authenticity, and how the outside—our clothes, lighting, and even a touch of makeup—can support the inside without replacing it. The conversation also delves into bio-individuality in health, the art of reinvention, and why making small choices, day by day, adds up to resilience and joy.

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Key Takeaways:

 • Bobbi’s life and career journey as a makeup artist and entrepreneur.
 • The importance of kindness and authenticity in personal and professional life.
 • The concept of normalcy versus fabulosity and its impact on self-acceptance.
 • Bobbi’s approach to makeup, focusing on enhancing natural beauty rather than drastic changes.
 • Transition from the beauty industry to becoming a functional health coach and the idea of bio-individuality in health and diet.
 • The significance of flexibility and self-compassion in health and lifestyle choices.
 • The role of naivety in fostering creativity and resilience in pursuing new ideas.
 • The emotional complexities of leaving a successful business and navigating new beginnings.
 • The influence of family dynamics and personal history on self-identity and growth.
 • The pursuit of joy and authenticity in life, including personal interests and passions.

If you enjoyed this conversation with Bobbi Brown, check out these other episodes:

From Toxic Perfection to Honest Care: Boundaries, Healing, and Wholeness with Sophia Bush

Living Skillfully with Gretchen Rubin

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This episode is sponsored by:

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Grow Therapy - Whatever challenges you're facing, Grow Therapy is here to help. Sessions average about $21 with insurance, and some pay as little as $0, depending on their plan. (Availability and coverage vary by state and insurance plans. Visit growtherapy.com/feed today!

Persona Nutrition delivers science-backed, personalized vitamin packs that make daily wellness simple and convenient. In just minutes, you get a plan tailored to your health goals. No clutter, no guesswork. Just grab-and-go packs designed by experts. Go to PersonaNutrition.com/FEED today to take the free assessment and get your personalized daily vitamin packs for an exclusive offer — get 40% off your first order.

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What If and Why Not? A Mantra for Living with Curiosity and Courage with Bobbi Brown

In this episode, Dr. Robert Waldinger explores why good relationships are the key to living a long and happy life. Drawing from more than 85 years of research, Robert shares why deep, supportive relationships are stronger predictors of health and happiness than wealth, success, or status. He also explains how relationships regulate stress, why loneliness can be as harmful as smoking, and how we can proactively cultivate social fitness. Listeners will walk away with practical ways to strengthen existing relationships, build new ones, and approach connection as an essential practice for well-being.

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Key Takeaways:

 • The significance of relationships for health and happiness.
 • Insights from the Harvard Study of Adult Development on what constitutes a good life.
 • The complexities and challenges of living well despite societal pressures.
 • The impact of loneliness and social isolation on physical and mental health.
 • The critique of cultural messages equating happiness with material success.
 • The importance of self-acceptance and acknowledging both positive and negative aspects of oneself.
 • Strategies for nurturing and maintaining meaningful relationships.
 • The role of curiosity in enhancing social connections and overcoming discomfort.
 • The intersection of scientific research and Zen practice in understanding human well-being.
 • The concept of “social fitness” and the ongoing effort required to cultivate relationships.

If you enjoyed this conversation with Robert Waldinger, check out these other episodes:

The Midlife Makeover: Redefining Success and Happiness After 40 with Chip Conley

The Happiness Formula: Using Your Body to Transform Your Mind with Janice Kaplan

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Grow Therapy - Whatever challenges you're facing, Grow Therapy is here to help. Sessions average about $21 with insurance, and some pay as little as $0, depending on their plan. (Availability and coverage vary by state and insurance plans. Visit growtherapy.com/feed today!

Persona Nutrition delivers science-backed, personalized vitamin packs that make daily wellness simple and convenient. In just minutes, you get a plan tailored to your health goals. No clutter, no guesswork. Just grab-and-go packs designed by experts. Go to PersonaNutrition.com/FEED today to take the free assessment and get your personalized daily vitamin packs for an exclusive offer — get 40% off your first order.

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Why Good Relationships Are the Key to Living a Long and Happy Life with Robert Waldinger

In this episode, Diane Macedo unlocks the secrets to better sleep as she shares what you need to know. From her personal experiences with sleep challenges, she shares something counterintuitive: how sleep isn't something we do, it's something that happens when we stop trying so hard. Diane talks about retraining a wired brain and the systems that actually govern sleep. This episode is packed with helpful strategies to improve your sleep.

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Key Takeaways:

 • Discussion of common sleep problems, including insomnia and restless leg syndrome.
 • Exploration of the psychological impact of stress on sleep quality.
 • Overview of the two systems governing sleep: homeostatic sleep drive and circadian rhythm.
 • Personal experiences and struggles with sleep from the guest.
 • Practical advice for improving sleep quality, including writing down worries and actionable steps.
 • Introduction of the concept of a "reverse curfew" to enhance sleep drive.
 • Examination of the effects of food and diet on sleep, including the role of carbohydrates and melatonin.
 • Insights into various sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea and narcolepsy.
 • Strategies for managing circadian rhythm issues, including light exposure and consistent meal schedules.
 • Discussion of sleep inertia and the myth surrounding waking up fully refreshed.

If you enjoyed this conversation with Diane Macedo, check out these other episodes:

How to Eat for Better Mental Health with Dr. Drew Ramsey

Understanding Choice Points for Lasting Changes in Eating and Exercise with Michelle Segar

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Unlocking the Secrets to Better Sleep: What You Need to Know with Diane Macedo

In this episode, Sophia Bush discusses the complexities of human nature, spirituality, and emotional maturity. She explores the dangers of toxic positivity and the challenges of authenticity in public life. Sophia also reflects on intergenerational trauma, activism, and the importance of self-compassion. Through candid stories and practical insights, Sophia encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability, nurture the “good wolf” within, and take small, meaningful actions toward personal and collective healing.

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Key Takeaways:

 • The parable of the two wolves and its symbolism regarding internal emotional struggles.
 • The importance of embracing both positive and negative emotions, avoiding toxic positivity.
 • The challenges of maintaining authenticity and boundaries in a public life.
 • The concept of spirituality as a connection to nature and the critique of organized religion.
 • The impact of intergenerational trauma and the shared legacy of harm and healing.
 • The evolution of human societies beyond tribalism and the complexities of historical progress.
 • The significance of self-narratives and affirmations in shaping emotional well-being.
 • The role of external validation and trusted feedback in countering negative self-perceptions.
 • The universal nature of fear, self-doubt, and the importance of self-compassion.
 • The call for collective action and the need for sustained effort in addressing social injustices.

If you enjoyed this conversation with Sophia Bush, check out these other episodes:

Being Heart Minded with Sarah Blondin

Living Skillfully with Gretchen Rubin

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Persona Nutrition delivers science-backed, personalized vitamin packs that make daily wellness simple and convenient. In just minutes, you get a plan tailored to your health goals. No clutter, no guesswork. Just grab-and-go packs designed by experts. Go to PersonaNutrition.com/FEED today to take the free assessment and get your personalized daily vitamin packs for an exclusive offer — get 40% off your first order.

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From Toxic Perfection to Honest Care: Boundaries, Healing, and Wholeness with Sophia Bush

In this episode, Cal Newport explains slow productivity and how to do less, focus more, and not burn out. Cal argues, our obsession with busyness is pseudo-productivity and while it may look like progress, it isn’t. In his new book, Slow Productivity, he shows how we can accomplish more by doing less with focus and intent

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Key Takeaways:

 • The impact of technology on productivity and focus.
 • The struggle between distraction and meaningful work in the digital age.
 • The moral implications of smartphone use, particularly among children.
 • The distinction between deep work and shallow busyness.
 • The concept of “slow productivity” as an alternative to traditional productivity metrics.
 • The challenges of measuring productivity in knowledge work.
 • The importance of quality over quantity in work output.
 • Strategies for managing workload and reducing distractions.
 • The psychological and evolutionary roots of digital distraction.
 • Balancing ambition with practicality in creative work to avoid perfectionism.

If you enjoyed this conversation with Cal Newport, check out these other episodes:

How to Find Focus and Master Attention with Dr. Amishi Jha

Digital Minimalism with Cal Newport

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Grow Therapy - Whatever challenges you're facing, Grow Therapy is here to help. Sessions average about $21 with insurance, and some pay as little as $0, depending on their plan. (Availability and coverage vary by state and insurance plans. Visit growtherapy.com/feed today!

Persona Nutrition delivers science-backed, personalized vitamin packs that make daily wellness simple and convenient. In just minutes, you get a plan tailored to your health goals. No clutter, no guesswork. Just grab-and-go packs designed by experts. Go to PersonaNutrition.com/FEED today to take the free assessment and get your personalized daily vitamin packs for an exclusive offer — get 40% off your first order.

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Slow Productivity: How to Do Less, Focus More, and Not Burn Out with Cal Newport

In this episode, Tara Brach explores embracing the full spectrum of emotions, providing a guide to mindfulness and self-discovery. She helps us experiment with a variety of approaches that are guided by a simple compass intention. Tara also discusses stepping out of a trance, the tight story of what’s wrong with me or what’s wrong here, and in the direct experience, where kindness and awareness can flourish. If you’re ready for practical ways to be here, not perfectly, but more fully, this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways:

 • Meditation and mindfulness practices
 • Emotional awareness and self-compassion
 • Challenges in meditation and dealing with difficult emotions
 • The metaphor of the two wolves representing good and bad aspects of ourselves
 • Balancing acknowledgment of difficult emotions with cultivating gratitude and joy
 • The impact of trauma on meditation practice and presence
 • The importance of intention in meditation and personal growth
 • Strategies for overcoming feelings of numbness and depression
 • The concept of “trance” and its effect on perception and suffering
 • Universal practices for awakening: awareness and compassion

If you enjoyed this conversation with Tara Brach, check out these other episodes

The Path of Aliveness: Exploring Mindfulness and Awakening with Christian Dillo

Inner Freedom Through Mindfulness with Jack Kornfield

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Embracing the Full Spectrum of Emotions: A Guide to Mindfulness and Self-Discovery with Tara Brach

In this episode, Vauhini Vara discusses the hidden costs of technology and our search for selfhood. She explains how we live in a world where technology functions as both a lifeline and a trap—offering connection, convenience, and possibility while also shaping our choices, exploiting our attention, and redefining how we see ourselves. Together, Eric and Vauhini explore the tension of relying on tools we can’t seem to live without, the subtle ways algorithms alter our communication, and what it means to hold onto authentic selfhood in the digital age.

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Key Takeaways:

 • Exploration of the dual nature of technology as both beneficial and exploitative.
 • Discussion on the impact of major tech companies like Amazon, Google, and OpenAI on personal identity and society.
 • Examination of the ethical implications of consumer choices in a global capitalist system.
 • Reflection on how technology alters human communication and relationships.
 • Analysis of the concept of "algorithmic gaze" and its effects on self-perception and identity.
 • Personal narratives intertwining technology with experiences of grief and loss.
 • Consideration of AI's role in creative processes and its limitations compared to human expression.
 • Discussion on the commodification of identity in the age of social media and audience capture.
 • Insights into the ongoing negotiation between convenience and ethical considerations in technology use.
 • Emphasis on the importance of individual agency and conscious decision-making in navigating the digital age.

If you enjoyed this conversation with Vauhini Vara, check out these other episodes

Distracted or Empowered? Rethinking Our Relationship with Technology with Pete Etchells

Can Radical Hope Save Us from Despair in a Fractured World? with Jamie Wheal

Human Nature and Hope with Rutger Bregman

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The Hidden Costs of Technology and Our Search for Selfhood with Vauhini Vara

In this episode, Chris Bailey discusses how to break free from the “more” trap and find balance in a busy life. He explores the concept of ‘stimulation heights,’ the challenges of constant digital stimulation, and practical strategies for creating meaningful, intentional experiences. Chris also shares how learning to cultivate presence can lead to greater calm, focus, and fulfillment in your modern lifestyle.
 
Key Takeaways:
 
 • The misconceptions about calm and its crucial role in productivity
 • How our pursuit of “more” impacts our ability to be present
 • The concept of “super stimuli” and their effect on our brain chemistry
 • Practical strategies for creating boundaries and finding balance
 • The power of savoring and its impact on our overall well-being
 
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