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Rethinking Addiction and Identity with Catherine Gray

April 26, 2024 Leave a Comment

In this episode, Catherine Gray shares her insightful perspectives on gratitude practices and lifestyle adjustments for individuals transitioning from addiction to sobriety. Her emphasis on the transformative impact of sobriety on personal growth provides a valuable framework for understanding the complexities of recovery. With a focus on challenging limiting beliefs and embracing personal evolution, Catherine’s expertise resonates with those seeking to overcome addiction and cultivate positive lifestyle changes.

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Cultivate a gratitude practice to go deeper into your personal transformation
  • Explore the rewarding journey of transitioning from addiction to a fulfilling life of sobriety
  • Uncover the profound impact of sobriety on your personal evolution and self-discovery.
  • Learn to identify addiction as an experience rather than a defining characteristic, empowering your recovery journey
  • Explore the potential of embracing empowering lifestyle changes for a more fulfilling future.

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Catherine Gray is a Sunday Times Bestselling author of five books, including debut smash hit The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober. She’s sold well over a quarter of a million books and her books have now been translated into nine languages. She’s been sober since 2013. Catherine has also written about being single later in life and learning to appreciate the ordinary.   Her latest book is Sunshine Warm:  Unexpected Sober Joy That Lasts

Connect with Catherine Gray: Website | Blog | Instagram | Twitter

If you enjoyed this conversation with Catherine Gray, check out these other episodes:

Catherine Gray (First interview 2018)

A Journey to Sobriety with Laura Cathcart Robbins

Community and Support in Sobriety with Laura McKowen

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How to Cultivate Emotional Sovereignty Emma Seppälä

April 23, 2024 Leave a Comment

How to Cultivate Emotional Sovereignty

In this episode, Emma Seppälä shares insightful perspectives on how to cultivate emotional sovereignty. Drawing from her professional knowledge and personal experiences, she emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, courage, and developing a positive internal dialogue in navigating life’s challenges. She introduces the concept of sovereignty as a means of reclaiming agency and resilience in the face of uncertainty and chaos. Through practical insights and strategies, Emma delves into the detrimental effects of self-criticism, the significance of meeting one’s basic needs, and the transformative potential of cultivating a supportive relationship with oneself.

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Master techniques for emotional regulation to take control of your well-being
  • Overcome addictions with powerful strategies for lasting change
  • Discover the impact of self-criticism on mental health and how to break free from its grip
  • Cultivate emotional sovereignty to reclaim agency in your life and relationships
  • Unlock the benefits of contemplative practices for heightened self-awareness and personal growth

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Emma Seppala teaches at the Yale School of Management and directs its Women’s Leadership Program.  She is also the Science Director of Stanford University’s Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education.   She regularly speaks and consults for Fortune 500 companies and contributes to Harvard Business Review, The Washington Post, Psychology Today, and TIME.  A psychologist and research scientist by training, Emma’s expertise is the science of happiness, emotional intelligence, and social connection.  Her research has been published in top academic journals and featured in news outlets including the New York Times, NPR, and CBS News, and featured in documentaries like Free the Mind, The Altruism Revolution, What You Do Matters, and Bullied.  Her new book is Sovereign: Reclaim Your Freedom, Energy, and Power in a Time of Distraction, Uncertainty, and Chaos

Connect with Emma Seppälä: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

If you enjoyed this conversation with Emma Seppälä, check out these other episodes:

How to Unleash the Power of Happiness and Success with Emma Seppala

What it Takes to Find Happiness with Arthur Brooks

The Complexity of Happiness with Ruth Whippman

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How to Embrace Awareness and Let Go of Ego with Grace Shireson

April 19, 2024 Leave a Comment

In this episode, Grace Shireson explores ways to learn how to embrace awareness and let go of ego. She discusses the importance of observing the mind and understanding emotions. Grace’s interesting journey also led her to confront the concept of ego in meditation, recognizing the subtle desire for perfection that could obscure the true essence of spiritual practice.

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Gain clarity and peace by learning to embrace awareness and let go of ego
  • Discover practical ways to overcome the ego and deepen your meditation practice
  • Learn effective strategies for dealing with suffering and finding inner peace
  • Uncover the stories of historical female figures in Zen Buddhism for inspiration and wisdom
  • Explore how to apply Zen principles in modern life for greater mindfulness and resilience

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Grace Schireson is president of Shogaku Zen and received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the Wright Institute in Berkeley, California. She founded two practice centers and a retreat center under the Central Valley Zen Foundation. Her latest book is Naked in the Zendo.

Connect with Grace Shireson: Website | Instagram | Facebook

If you enjoyed this conversation with Grace Shireson, check out these other episodes:

Cheri Huber

Paths of Spiritual Awakening with Henry Shukman

Spiritual Growth with Normal Fischer

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How to Embrace Imperfection with Anne Lamott

April 16, 2024 1 Comment

In an episode, Anne Lamott explores a variety of themes including how to embrace imperfection, self-improvement, creativity, and the journey towards self-acceptance. Anne shares candid reflections on her personal struggles with perfectionism, shame, and the inner critic, offering valuable insights into the transformative power of self-compassion. She delves into the importance of unlearning harmful teachings from childhood, emphasizing the need to release the pressure of doing things perfectly and to embrace imperfection as a part of the human experience. Anne’s journey of faith and recovery also provides a unique perspective on navigating personal struggles and finding support in community.

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Embrace imperfection to unlock personal growth and self-acceptance.
  • Overcome perfectionism and self-criticism for a more fulfilling life.
  • Discover the benefits of community in your recovery journey
  • Find spirituality in sobriety to enhance your overall well-being
  • Manage your inner critic as a writer to unleash your creativity

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Anne Lamott is the author of the New York Times bestsellers Dusk, Night, Dawn; Almost Everything; Hallelujah Anyway; Small Victories; Stitches; Help, Thanks, Wow; Some Assembly Required; Grace (Eventually); Plan B; and Traveling Mercies, as well as several novels. Her latest book is Somehow: Thoughts on Love: Anne is a past recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship and an inductee to the California Hall of Fame.

Connect with Anne Lamott: Website | Instagram | Facebook

If you enjoyed this conversation with Anne Lamott, check out these other episodes:

068: Byron Katie- The Work

The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober with Catherine Gray

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How Improve Your Relationships with Cindy Stulberg

April 12, 2024 Leave a Comment

Cindy Stulberg discusses strategies on how to improve relationships, feel better and even beat depression. Her expertise in helping individuals navigate life transitions, overcome social isolation, and nurture relationships has made her a sought-after speaker and writer. With a warm and compassionate approach, Cindy provides valuable insights into the complexities of emotions and moods, shedding light on how they impact our well-being. Her work is deeply rooted in practical strategies that enhance emotional understanding and foster meaningful connections.

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Navigate life transitions and grief with resilience and grace
  • Discover effective strategies to overcome social isolation and cultivate meaningful connections
  • Learn how interpersonal psychotherapy can provide a path to healing from depression
  • Master the art of building and improving personal relationships
  • Uncover the key differences between feelings and moods for a deeper understanding of emotional well-being

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Connect with Cindy Stulberg: Website | Facebook

If you enjoyed this conversation with Cindy Stulberg, check out these other episodes:

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

How to Navigate Relationships and Personal Growth with Mark Groves

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A Soul Boom Discussion on Mental Health, Spirituality, and Connection with Rainn Wilson

April 9, 2024 1 Comment

In this episode, Rainn Wilson delves into the conversation tackling many topics including mental health, spirituality across traditions, and the importance of connection. He also explores the universal struggle between our lower and higher selves, shedding light on the battle within. You’ll also hear Rainn’s interesting personal anecdotes and spiritual insights, that emphasize the significance of practices like meditation and connecting with nature.

Every Tuesday starting April 9th, Rainn Wilson is releasing the Soul Boom podcast! Tune in each week to a series of intimate conversations that tickle the mind, heart and soul. Never too precious, yet unafraid to touch on the profound, Soul Boom digs into the core of the human experience: creativity, spirituality and psychology. Bringing to the conversation some of the most brilliant and heart-felt artists, thinkers and doers, Soul Boom guides the listener toward transformation on both a personal and societal level. Also, laughs. 

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Uncover the benefits of meditation for enhancing mental well-being
  • Explore the sacred in everyday life for a deeper sense of fulfillment
  • Embrace the transformative impact of nature on wellness and spirituality
  • Discover how spirituality and connection can lead to improved mental health
  • Understand the role of spirituality in overcoming addiction for lasting recovery

Rainn Wilson is a three-time Emmy Award nominated actor, best known for the role of Dwight Schrute in NBC’s The Office. Rainn is the co-founder of the digital media company SoulPancake and also Co-Founded the educational non-profit Lide Haiti, along with his wife, author Holiday Reinhorn and some Haitian friends. Lide educates hundreds of some of the poorest girls in Haiti and provides tutoring and scholarships as well.

Rainn co-wrote the New York Times bestselling SOULPANCAKE: Chew on Life’s Big Questions as well as his comedic memoir, The Bassoon King: My Life in Art, Faith and Idiocy. His newest book is Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution and he is the host of the Soul Boom Podcast

Connect with Rainn Wilson/Soul Boom Podcast: Soul Boom Podcast | Instagram |Tik Tok | YouTube(trailer)

Podcast Links: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | iHeart | Stitcher | Pandora

f you enjoyed this conversation with Rainn Wilson, check out these other episodes:

Spiritual Journeys with Rainn Wilson & Reza Aslan

112: Rainn Wilson (from 2016)

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