How do you react when you feel insecure?

What past experience boosted your confidence?

Today, Jay explores how you can break free from insecurity and build lasting confidence using science-backed techniques and practical mindset shifts. Jay opens the episode by addressing the invisible forces that keep us stuck in self-doubt, such as fear of failure, scarcity mindset, and negative self-talk. He explains that our brains are wired for survival, not confidence, which means that many of our insecurities stem from a natural instinct to protect ourselves from perceived threats.

Jay introduces seven powerful strategies for retraining the brain for confidence. First, he explains the importance of stopping the brain’s “threat detection system”, which makes us perceive challenges as dangers rather than opportunities. He then highlights unconscious competence, where we often fail to recognize the skills we’ve already mastered. By tapping into this, we can use our existing strengths as a foundation for greater self-assurance.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Overcome the Fear of Being Judged

How to Let Go of What No Longer Serves You

How to Take Control of Your Confidence

How to Shift from Self-Doubt to Self-Belief

How to Train Your Brain to Build Lasting Confidence

Confidence is not about being perfect; it’s about showing up, learning, and giving yourself the grace to evolve. You have everything within you to shift from doubt to self-trust.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:09 Why Does One Feel Insecure?

06:55 #1: Learn How to Rate a Threat

10:47 #2: Harness Your Unconscious Competence

16:23 #3: Face Your Fear of Not Being Seen

20:25 #4:  Understand the Power of Sunk-Cost Fallacy

22:52 #5: Reclaim Your Control of the Locus of Control

25:05 #6:  Utilize The False Consensus Effect

26:11 #7: Break Free from Imposter Syndrome  Using Cognitive Dissonance

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How do you define success beyond money and career?

Do you think wealth should come with a responsibility to give back?

Today, Jay Shetty sits down with one of the most influential innovators of our time, Bill Gates, to explore the intersection of personal growth, technological innovation, and philanthropy. Bill reflects on his journey from a curious child fascinated by computers to building Microsoft and becoming a global force for change.

Bill shares candid stories about his upbringing, his parents’ profound influence, and the lessons he learned from their high expectations and encouragement. He also talks about his career-long passion for innovation and his views on climate change, the promise of AI, and the Gates Foundation’s life-saving work, such as developing vaccines and tackling malnutrition. His insights are not just about the cutting edge of technology but also about humanity’s moral responsibility to harness it for good.

A deeply reflective portion of the episode focuses on grief, as Gates discusses the loss of close friends like Paul Allen and Kent Evans, and how their influence continues to guide his mission. Jay and Bill share thoughts on how service and philanthropy can redefine success and leave a lasting legacy, with Bill underscoring the importance of giving back and the moral imperative for the wealthy to use their resources to create equity.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Innovate with Purpose and Impact

How to Lead with Empathy and Collaboration

How to Turn Failure into a Learning Opportunity

How to Use AI to Solve Global Challenges

How to Honor the Legacy of Mentors and Loved Ones

How to Find Joy in Lifelong Learning

Whether it’s pushing the boundaries of innovation, building meaningful relationships, or giving back to make the world a better place, we all have the capacity to create positive change.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:27 Early Exposure to Computers

04:18 Different But Exceptional

06:27 Pressure to Live Up to Parents Expectations

08:15 Genuine Parental Support and Connection

14:09 Growing Up with a Supportive Father

22:58 Are Schools Failing Children?

27:33 Motivate Your Kids Right

29:57 Undiagnosed ADHD and ASD

33:18 How Do You Deal with Grief?

40:21 Working with Steve Jobs

45:31 Healthy Competition in Business

49:46 Turning to a Life of Service and Giving Back

56:11 Politics and Humanitarian Effort

59:27 The Importance of AI Policies

01:04:14 Innovation Against Human Limitation

01:09:11 Tough Form of Self Love

01:11:37 Bill on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Bill Gates | Website

Bill Gates | Facebook

Bill Gates | Instagram

Bill Gates | Youtube

Gates Foundation

Source Code: My Beginnings

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What’s one habit you think is draining your energy daily?

Do you ever feel exhausted after certain conversations?

Today, Jay will break down the hidden habits that are silently draining your energy and preventing you from living your best life in 2025. If you feel like you're constantly exhausted, unmotivated, or stuck in negative cycles, this episode is a wake-up call.

Jay reveals three powerful habits that will help you reclaim your time, mental clarity, and emotional well-being. He challenges the everyday energy leaks we often overlook—like engaging in gossip, absorbing unsolicited opinions, and surrounding ourselves with people who only talk about themselves. By cutting these out, you’ll unlock 52 minutes of your day to reinvest in your dreams, passions, and meaningful connections.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Avoid Unsolicited Advice and Protect Your Peace

How to Break Free from Toxic Conversations

How to Stay Focused on Your Own Growth

How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others

How to Make 2025 the Year You Protect Your Energy

Your energy is one of the most valuable things you have, don’t waste it on negativity, distractions, or people who drain your power.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:06 Why Do We Miss Out on Our Goals?

04:55 #1: Stop Talking About Other People

10:31 People with Superiority Complex Often Comes as Arrogant

12:28 You Can’t Empathize If You Haven’t Experienced It

16:47 Hidden Deep-Seated Feelings of Inadequacy

21:38 #2: Stop Giving Unsolicited Views, Opinions, and Feedback

26:16 #3: Stop Talking Just About Yourself

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