One thing we know for sure is that our brains are predictive machines. It likes to generalize from one instance and turn it into an all-encompassing, all-consuming state of being. But our thoughts are temporary. They’re like clouds that float across the sky, and one cloud doesn’t define the sky forever. And the same is true when it comes to your thoughts and other people’s thoughts.
Dr. Bonnie Koo is here to tell you why everyone needs a prenup and to illuminate some of the ways the patriarchy talks women out of being in control of their financial lives.
Defensiveness is one of the hardest traits to identify in ourselves, but learning to recognize and relax this type of activation is vital. It’s a huge blocker to our growth and ability to live the life we want, and now that I’m living proof of what’s possible when we’re able to shift out of defensiveness, I’m here to offer an alternative response.
I have the perfect guest on the podcast this week to talk about this: New York Times bestselling author, motivational speaker, and spiritual leader Gabby Bernstein. If you’ve been around self development for more than 30 seconds, you’ve likely heard of Gabby and her amazing work in this space. She’s here to discuss her new book, Happy Days: The Guided Path From Trauma To Profound Freedom And Inner Peace, and how we can all begin the work of healing our trauma.
Whether you’re currently dating, partnered, or have no intention of ever becoming partnered, you’re going to love and gain so much from this episode. Celebrity Dating Coach, radio host, and TV personality Damona Hoffman is on the show this week to share her wisdom on dating and how it can be the greatest tool for self-discovery.
Whether in the context of a romantic relationship, your career, family, or a physical goal you’ve set for yourself, the truth is that the emotional growth and self-development we want to experience does not feel good. That’s why most people don’t do the work. But in the same breath, fetishizing and valuing difficulty isn’t required either. So how do we discern when emotional difficulty is worth it?