What stresses you out the most?

Have you noticed stress hurting your health?

Today, Jay sits down with Dan Harris, journalist, meditation advocate, and the author of 10% Happier. If you’ve ever felt like stress and anxiety are running the show in your life, this episode is here to remind you that you’re not alone—and better yet, there’s a way forward.

Dan opens up about the growing levels of anxiety and stress we’re all feeling, thanks to modern life’s endless distractions like social media, political turmoil, and the ripple effects of the pandemic. He unpacks the difference between stress and anxiety and offers some eye-opening perspectives on why we often feel overwhelmed. But this isn’t just a heavy conversation about what’s wrong with the world—it’s packed with solutions.

Jay and Dan dive into the magic of human connection, the science of mindfulness, and the art of not being so hard on yourself. Dan shares personal stories about grappling with anger, dealing with claustrophobia, and navigating his own inner critic. You’ll hear how meditation has been a game-changer for him, not in making life perfect, but in making it manageable—and even joyful.

They also get into the nitty-gritty of practical tips: How do you set boundaries with your phone? How do you learn to live with discomfort instead of running from it? And how can you reframe that negative self-talk that’s always lurking? Spoiler alert: It’s not about silencing your inner critic; it’s about befriending it.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Differentiate Stress from Anxiety

How to Build Meaningful Connections That Reduce Stress

How to Reframe Negative Self-Talk

How to Identify the Root Cause of Your Anger

How to Embrace Discomfort for Personal Growth

How to Recognize and Change Destructive Habits

You don’t need to have all the answers or fix everything overnight. It’s about showing up, being kind to yourself, and embracing the messy, imperfect journey of personal growth.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

• 00:00 Intro

• 01:08 How Are You Handling Stress?

• 02:51 What is Stressing You Out?

• 07:24 How to Build Deep Relationships

• 11:32 How Develop a Healthy Relationship

• 19:43 The Possibility of Reprogramming Your Inner Dialogue

• 24:16 The Benefits of Meditation

• 26:51 What is “ME”?

• 31:14 How Do You Befriend Your Mind?

• 38:37 There’s a Reason Why You Keep Wanting More

• 40:39 Get More Familiar with Your Thoughts

• 43:39 What is Your Daily Meditation Practice?

• 47:10 The Modular Model of Mind

• 51:49 Healthy Anger Versus Destructive Anger

• 57:07 Are You Defensive or Dismissive?

• 01:00:12 The Power of Having a Sense of Humor

• 01:03:05 Observe Nature to Understand Yourself

• 01:07:23 Dan on Final Five

Episode Resources:

• Dan Harris | Website

• Dan Harris | TikTok

• Dan Harris | LinkedIn

• Dan Harris | Instagram

• Ten Percent Happier | YouTube

• 10% Happier with Dan Harris

• 10% Happier (10th Anniversary): How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-Help That Actually Works—A True Story

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Are you tired of dating?

What’s your biggest dating struggle?

Today, Jay talks about the complexities of dating, relationships, and building meaningful connections in today’s fast-paced world. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on trust, emotional maturity, communication, and shared values – traits that truly matter in a partner – while learning to move past surface-level “icks” that can distract us from finding real love.

Through personal anecdotes and insights from Match’s Singles in America study, Jay explores why many of us are chasing outdated ideas of love, trying to recreate the romanticized relationships of our younger selves. Instead, shift your focus to the present, to nurture healthy dynamics built on honesty, respect, and mutual growth.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Build Trust in Relationships

How to Spot the Right Partner Through Their Actions

How to Ask Questions That Reveal True Priorities

How to Balance Patience and Expectations in Relationships

How to Handle Communication Differences Effectively

No matter where you are on your journey –single, dating, or in a long-term relationship – remember that love is a process, not a destination.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:01 Why Dating Has Become Extremely Challenging

06:24 The Core Values Feature

10:28 Questions to Ask on the First Date

12:58 Top Two Turn On with a New Partner

13:55 Are You Being Patient with the Right Person?

17:30 Does Your Partner’s Opinion Bother You?

19:14 Allow Other Forms of Relationships to Grow

21:54 Do You Communicate Properly with Your Partner?

24:01 Most Relationships Has a Healing Problem

25:16 Are You in the Wrong Relationship?

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How do you stay disciplined when life gets busy?

What’s a routine that keeps you on track?

Today, Jay welcomes Alexis Ohanian, tech founder, venture capitalist, and advocate for social change. Known as the co-founder of Reddit and founder of venture firm 776, Alexis shares the profound lessons he's learned from building communities, parenting, and navigating personal and professional challenges.

Alexis shares insights into the evolution of online identities and the surprising dedication of individuals who moderate and foster online spaces; his role as a father, offering a candid glimpse into the delicate balance between introducing his children to the digital world and preserving their innocence.

The conversation also tackles larger societal issues, such as the importance of role models for young men and the transformative potential of positive male friendships. Alexis doesn’t shy away from discussing the darker sides of technology, including the need for ethical boundaries and his personal experiences advocating for change within Reddit.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Foster a Sense of Community Online

How to Introduce Kids to the Internet Safely

How to Navigate Cultural Differences in Relationships

How to Encourage Grit and Perseverance in Children

How to Lead a Team with Empathy and Vision

How to Prioritize Family While Building a Career

In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving world, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. Yet, the foundation of a fulfilling life lies in embracing challenges, building strong relationships, and staying true to our values.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:40 The Human Mind’s Deep Need for Community

02:59 The Challenges of Moderating Online Communities

05:26 Raising Kids to Navigate the Internet Safely

10:13 Why AI Can’t Replace Human Empathy

17:28 The Power of Optimism in Uncertain Times

21:42 Drawing Ethical Lines in Content Moderation

29:52 Saying No to Risky and Irresponsible Startups

33:05 The Key Milestones Behind Reddit’s Success

35:05 A Family’s Journey of Resilience and Survival

41:46 Coping with Family Tragedy While Moving Forward

52:27 The Joy of Seeing Hard Work Pay Off

01:00:15 Lessons Learned Through Loss and Reflection

01:12:45 Building Greatness with a Strong Partnership

01:19:19 Choosing the Right Partner for Life and Growth

01:27:23 Teaching Kids to Embrace Failure and Grow

01:35:27 Alexis on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Alexis Ohanian | Facebook

Alexis Ohanian | TikTok

Alexis Ohanian | LinkedIn

Alexis Ohanian | Instagram

Alexis Ohanian | YouTube

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How do you unwind after a long day?

What’s your favorite way to relax quickly?

Today, Jay sits down with David Ko, the CEO of Calm and author of the groundbreaking book Recharge. Together, they unravel the complexities of stress, mental health, and how to create a fulfilling life in today’s fast-paced world.

David shares his personal journey, from navigating childhood stress to becoming a leader who champions mental wellness. He introduces the “battery analogy,” a simple yet profound way to gauge our mental and emotional energy levels. Drawing from his book, David explains how understanding and managing our “battery” can transform our approach to stress, productivity, and personal growth.

Jay and David discuss the power of presence, the necessity of balance, and how redefining stress—from harmful to helpful—can lead to resilience and growth. Their conversation dives deep into actionable strategies, such as creating rituals to recharge, fostering vulnerability at work, and redefining leadership to prioritize mental health.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Recognize When You Need to Recharge

How to Foster Vulnerability in Leadership

How to Balance Good Stress and Bad Stress

How to Build a Culture of Gratitude in the Workplace

How to Take Breaks for Better Productivity

How to Identify and Remove Stress-Inducing Triggers

Recharge your mind, body, and spirit—not just to keep going, but to thrive with purpose and joy. Prioritize yourself, because when you’re recharged, you’re unstoppable.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

02:10 What’s Something You’re not Calm About?

03:31 How's Your Battery?

05:42 The Four Battery Zones

10:59 The Importance of Recharging

14:24 Vulnerability in Leadership

18:37 Good Stress vs Bad Stress

25:25 Mental Health in the Workplace

28:56 Listen and Become More Purposeful

28:57 How to Take Care of Your Team

30:44 Supporting Employees’ Mental Health

38:10 Tools for Managing Burnout

44:19 How Do You Deal with Stress?

52:02 Put Your Focus on Healthy Stress

53:27 Daily Practices for Recharging

01:01:42 What is a Quality Decision?

01:07:08 David on Final Five

01:14:90 Is Your Battery Full?

Episode Resources:

David Ko | Instagram

David Ko | LinkedIn

Calm | Website

Calm | Instagram

Calm | Facebook

Calm | X

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What does a "rich life" mean to you?

Do you focus more on what you have or what you lack?

Today, Jay will redefine what it truly means to live a "rich life." While society often equates wealth with material possessions and financial success, Jay challenges this narrow definition and explores how richness can also encompass time, energy, relationships, and inner fulfillment.

Drawing on personal experiences, historical insights, and anecdotes from his conversations with inspiring figures like Kobe Bryant and Tom Hanks, Jay illustrates how people can find peace and purpose by focusing on what genuinely matters. He also addresses the pitfalls of tying happiness solely to financial success, emphasizing that it’s not money itself but our mindset—whether driven by envy, ego, or gratitude—that shapes our sense of abundance.

Jay further unpacks our personal definitions of wealth. Are we in a season of prioritizing career growth, family, love, or personal development? He explores how life’s richness comes from aligning with our true values and fully embracing the priorities that resonate most in each phase of life, without guilt or external judgment.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Define Your Rich Life

How to Shift to an Abundance Mindset

How to Find Purpose Beyond Money

How to Focus Your Energy for Growth

How to Live Authentically and Fully

Richness isn’t about how much you have but how deeply you experience life. Prioritize what matters, invest your energy where it counts, and trust that each step you take toward alignment with your values brings you closer to a truly abundant existence.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

02:39 How Do You Define Wealth?

06:59 What You Do Becomes Your Identity

10:26 How to Create a Rich, Abundant Mindset?

11:46 The Difference Between Resume and Eulogy Virtues

17:01 How Do You Spend Your Time and Energy?

19:46 Looking at Richness Beyond Money

22:47 The Five Regrets of the Dying

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What’s the first step to making money with no savings?

How do you choose which opportunities to start with?

Today, Jay sits down with Codie Sanchez, author of “Main Street Millionaire”. Codie is a powerhouse entrepreneur, investor, and the mind behind Contrarian Thinking, a platform dedicated to empowering people to build real wealth through unconventional investments and small business ownership. Codie’s journey is anything but typical: she went from a middle-class background to finance jobs at Goldman Sachs and Vanguard, then pivoted into journalism, and finally found her calling by building wealth through owning small businesses.

Codie breaks down the idea that you don’t need groundbreaking ideas or tons of cash to get started, just a willingness to look beyond the obvious. From laundromats to vending machines, she explains how these “boring” businesses can actually be gold mines, offering steady and substantial returns that often get overlooked in today’s flashy, social media-driven vision of success.

Together, Jay and Codie dive into practical steps for starting your journey in business ownership. They discuss the essentials, how to make deals, manage risk, and recognize the right opportunities. Along the way, they debunk the myth that you need to be rich or have a finance degree to succeed. Instead, they focus on the importance of learning the language of money, cultivating grit, and keeping a curious mindset.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Take Control of Your Financial Future

How to Start Building Wealth Without a Big Idea

How to Identify Profitable Small Businesses

How to Build a Strong Relationship with Money

How to Turn Curiosity into Cash

How to Leverage Ownership for Financial Freedom

How to Find Under-the-Radar Investment Opportunities

You have the ability to create meaningful change, not only for yourself but for those around you, by building something that truly matters. Keep moving forward, and believe that financial freedom is within your reach.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:57 What Makes Rich People Rich?

04:40 The Reason Why People Don’t Talk About Money

06:30 Where Are We At Financially?

09:50 Misconceptions About What Makes Money

13:00 4-Step Process to Consistently Make Money

14:47 Academic Skills Don’t Translate to a Stable Career

17:44 Do You Need Money to Make Money?

23:06 The Key to Wealth is Taking Risks

26:48 We Can All Get Rich Together

32:52 Focus on the Foundation, not Tactics

35:28 You’ll Make Less Money if You Think You Will

36:57 Learn To Ask the Right Questions

43:57 The Best Mentorship Advice

49:06 You Can Make Money From Anything

52:33 The Richest People Started Small

54:19 What Core Business Skills You Should Invest In

01:00:16 Recognize Your Value to Get Better Deals

01:10:21 Every Business has a Value

01:13:49 Are You Bad at Math

01:17:47 Codie on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Codie Sanchez | Website

Codie Sanchez | YouTube

Codie Sanchez | Instagram

Codie Sanchez | Facebook

Codie Sanchez | TikTok

Codie Sanchez | LinkedIn

Main Street Millionaire: How to Make Extraordinary Wealth Buying Ordinary Businesses

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What makes you feel confident about yourself?

How do you build your confidence when it’s low?

Today, Jay discusses a topic that's all too familiar - the constant barrage of unrealistic beauty standards. He challenges the notion of a singular "most beautiful woman in the world" and explores how societal expectations and media influence our perception of beauty.

Jay breaks down the historical and cultural factors that shape beauty standards, from the ancient Greek ideals of symmetry and proportion to the modern-day obsession with youth and perfection. He highlights the role of social media in perpetuating unrealistic beauty ideals and encourages listeners to question these norms and embrace their individuality.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Embrace Individuality

How to Build Self-Love

How to Set Boundaries

How to Appreciate Uniqueness

How to Practice Mindfulness

By understanding the forces that shape our perception of beauty and cultivating self-love, we can live authentic, fulfilling lives. Remember, true beauty radiates from within.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

03:21 Different Ways We Think About Beauty

07:32 Definition of Beauty Through History

13:49 Beauty Standards of the West

16:11 What Do We Believe to be Beautiful About Ourselves?

17:05 3 Ways to Build Self Love

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