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You’ve been on a date or two with someone and things are going pretty well. Then suddenly they ask you, “Wanna come over to my place and watch a movie tonight?”

Is it too soon? What if you like this person but you feel it’s moving a little too fast? In today’s video, I share 5 things you need to know before you “Netflix and chill” if you want more than just a casual hookup.

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In a special episode of When It Hits the Fan, Simon Lewis and David Yelland talk to Matthew Freud about his 40-year career at the head of one of the most influential PR businesses in the world. Freud Communications has promoted and protected the reputations of the biggest names in Britain.

Born into the famous Freud family, he married into a global media dynasty to become Rupert Murdoch's son-in-law. He has kept the secrets of the rich and the powerful as well as advising prime ministers and pop stars.

In this rare broadcast interview, Matthew Freud discusses power, politics and his views on British public life from his unique perspective at the pinnacle of public relations.

Producer: Eve Streeter Editor: Sarah Teasdale Executive Producer: William Miller Music by Eclectic Sounds A Raconteur production for BBC Radio 4

For some, success is elusive while for others, it’s years of hard work and dedication.

But how can one truly and effectively achieve success?

How can we be as successful as the leaders we look up to?

Today, in the On Purpose podcast, Jay sits down with New York Times Bestselling Author, Alli Webb. After spending 15 years as a professional hairstylist, in 2010, she pioneered the Drybar concept, a chain of hair salons known for blowout services that quickly expanded nationwide. Jay and Alli go in depth about what the journey was behind creating a business to eventually selling the company for $225 million! Alli’s remarkable journey has landed her on the cover of Inc. Magazine, Fast Company's "100 Most Creative People in Business" list, Fortune magazine's "40 Under 40," and more. 

Alli and Jay explored the messy truth about starting something new– whether it’s a business or a relationship. They also talked about the importance of intuition and paying attention to red flags in entrepreneurship and the role of passion and love for what you do. 

You will also learn about how Alli balances her personal and professional life and the difficulty of navigating and ending a marriage. Remember that sometimes, we won’t always have the ‘perfect ending’ in our stories, and that’s okay. 

In this interview, you'll learn:

• The messy truths of entrepreneurship
• The importance of acknowledging imposter syndrome and using it as a source of motivation and growth
• The challenges and risks associated with starting and running a business
• How to take feedback as a gift
• How to cope with life changes and challenges

Remember that the most beautiful masterpieces are often created from the messiest of beginnings.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

• 00:00 Intro 
• 02:50 Success Is Messy 
• 03:55 The Truth About Starting A Business 
• 05:55 Anyone Can Be An Entrepreneur 
• 07:40 ‘I never thought I would be successful’ 
• 10:30 From Hobby To Business 
• 13:20 DON’T Think About The Money 
• 14:26 The 2 Secrets To Success 
• 15:56 Being Right Or Being Delusional? 
• 20:05 How To Find Your Passion
• 22:04 Finding The Right Business Partners 
• 25:31 Making Your Idea Work 
• 27:21 Dealing With Potential Failure 
• 29:22 Feeling Like An Imposter 
• 33:00 The One Piece Of Advice For Success 
• 37:00 How To Accept Criticism 
• 40:50 Can You Be Successful AND Happy? 
• 45:10 Finding Love During Chaos 
• 48:25 Navigating Challenges In A Relationship 
• 51:15 How To Balance Your Life 
• 54:01 Finding Closure Within Yourself 
• 57:30 How To Cope With Uncertainty 
• 1:00:29 Hardest Part Of Divorce 
• 1:04:58 What Do You Need To Change About Yourself? 
• 1:07:33 Dealing With Trauma 
• 1:11:41 Alli’s Best Advice 
• 1:19:00 Alli On Final Five

Episode Resources:

• Alli Webb | Website
• Alli Webb | Instagram
• Alli Webb | TikTok 
• Alli Webb | Book

Want to be a Jay Shetty Certified Life Coach? Get the Digital Guide and Workbook from Jay Shetty https://jayshettypurpose.com/fb-getting-started-as-a-life-coach-podcast/

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Do you want to transform shame into self acceptance? 

Do you want to learn how to forgive in order to heal?

Today, Jay sits down for an extremely powerful, vulnerable and transformative conversation with Jada Pinkett Smith. Jada is an actress, producer, musician, host, author and advocate whose career has spanned over 30 years. Jada is also one of the hosts, on the Emmy award-winning talk show titled Red Table Talk. Today we are talking about Jada’s new book is out now called “Worthy” 

Jada fearlessly shares insights into her marriage, shedding light on never-before-heard truths, including the 2022 Oscar's incident. We also explore the notion that our relationships serve as mirrors, reflecting our inner selves, and delve into the transformative power of embracing greater love to conquer life's challenges.

In this interview you’ll learn: 

• How to let go of the old version of you 
• Why self love is so important
• How to remain courageous in adversities 
• How to turn shame into self acceptance
• How to overcome your past and thrive

With Love and Gratitude, 

Jay Shetty 

In this interview, we’ll discuss:

• 02:48 Jada On How Writing Her New Book Was A Healing Process 
• 09:48 On Growing Up With Young Parents Who Struggled With Addiction 
• 14:31 “I wasn’t a priority… I felt unlovable” 
• 20:40 *Trigger warning* Jada On Struggling With Suicidal Thoughts 
• 32:11 Jada On Her Journey To Hollywood & Facing Disappointment 
• 39:32 On Her Friendship with Tupac Shakur 
• 42:59 The Difference Between Sexual Chemistry & Energetic Connection 
• 52:54 A Realistic Approach To Love & Marriage 
• 01:03:53 The Complicated Timeline of Jada and Will Smith’s Marriage
• 01:11:27 On Self-worth & Self-love 
• 01:13:49 Jada Speaks About Jaden and Willow Smith including a *Surprise Letter From Willow*
• 01:23:58 It’s Important To Show Your Flaws & Humanness To Your Children 
• 01:42:00 Friendship Built On Healing & Personal Growth 
• 01:45:50 Be Okay With Your Victories & Your Challenges 
• 01:49:52 How Jada & Will Are Healing Together 
• 01:52:19 Why Jada and Will’s Marriage Hasn’t Ended In A Divorce? 
• 01:59:09 Romantic Love Is An Aspect Of The Highest Form Of Relationships 
• 02:02:57 Letting Go Of The Romantic Love 
• 02:07:13 Marriage Is A Partnership That Works For Both Partners 
• 02:15:23 Despite Living Separate Lives There Is A Strong Bond 
• 02:19:52 *Surprise Moment* Jay Reads A Letter From Will 
• 02:22:59 Married Young With Different Needs & Visions For The Family 
• 02:29:11 The Fear Of Embracing Our Humanness

You can purchase Jada’s book here https://ourworthyjourney.com/

Episode Resources:

• Jada Pinkett Smith | Youtube
• Jada Pinkett Smith | Instagram 
• Jada Pinkett Smith | Tiktok
• Jada Pinkett Smith | Facebook
• Jada Pinkett Smith | Website 

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In this important and special episode, you will hear the beautiful, profound, and comforting words that are needed in the world right now.

When I woke up this morning, I did not expect to have this conversation.

But, as I watched the news unfold, I felt overwhelmed and hopeless, seeing a world that feels like it’s spinning out of control.

I thought to myself, "If I could talk to one person right now who could give you and me the love, support, and tools that help when you feel scared of the world around you, who would it be?"

I knew exactly who I wanted to talk to: Dr. Thema Bryant.

Dr. Thema Bryant is a scholar, minister, and tenured professor at Pepperdine University. A clinical psychologist who completed her postdoctoral studies at Harvard Medical Center’s Victims of Violence, Dr. Thema Bryant is the current president of the American Psychological Association and has published multiple best-selling books.

Every time I listen to her speak, she radiates so much love, perspective, and soft empowerment to help you face whatever is going on in your life.

I seriously feel my soul exhale whenever she speaks, and that’s why I wanted her to talk to you and me through this difficult time.

Whether you’re watching tragedy play out in the news or things are happening for you globally, nationally, locally, or even in your own living room, this is a conversation that will help you.

You don’t have to be directly impacted by what is going on out there in the world to feel the uneasiness and overwhelm inside you.

Please take 29 minutes and join me and Dr. Thema Bryant for this incredibly powerful message: 

Even when things seem so dark, there is still a light inside of you and me, and there are ways in which you can connect with it, no matter what is happening.

This conversation is packed with meaning and simple things to do if you’re feeling overwhelmed or are in the middle of turmoil within your own community, relationships, or family.

Dr. Thema will guide you in navigating your feelings.

She’ll explain to you with reassurance and wisdom how exactly to process what is going on, while still staying connected with yourself.

If you don’t feel like you have a soft or safe place to land or don’t know how to sort through overwhelming feelings, this conversation will feel like a gift.

Thank you for being here for this and for sharing it with everyone you know and love.

Because everyone is in it right now, and we all need some guidance.

Xo, Mel 

In this episode: 

• 0:25: Things feel scary right now; I want you to listen to this.
• 02:46: Even if you can’t feel it right now, there is light inside of you.
• 04:12: How we handle traumatic events unfolding in front of us.
• 05:18: The 3 physical signs you are feeling disconnected from yourself.
• 06:36: The powerful concept of “homecoming.”
• 09:34: Do this now to relieve your overwhelm.
• 11:32: When do we go from being informed to overexposed?
• 14:06: What is continuous traumatic stress, and are we experiencing it right now?
• 15:51: The 2 ways to nourish yourself when you’re in the middle of it all.
• 17:12: Do this to feel more hope.
• 21:39: How to navigate uncertainty and be a part of the solution.
• 24:27: Why you need to care in a way that works for you.

Want more resources? Go to my podcast page at https://melrobbins.com/podcast.

Disclaimer

If you've ever used a dating app, chances are you've encountered a bot, most likely a fake account or a scammer. But this week on Endless Thread, we investigate a new type of bot that is helping users optimize their love lives — a digital dating coach installed in your phone's keyboard that always knows just what to say.

****** Credits: This episode was written and produced by Nora Saks. Mixing and sound design by Emily Jankowski and Paul Vaitkus. Ben Brock Johnson and Nora Saks are the co-hosts.

Fact: some men are just liars. And if you discover this trait in the one you’re dating, RUN. But as for all the other good guys out there, they really DO want to tell you the truth. In today’s episode, I give you 5 specific, actionable tips you can use right away to create an environment in your relationship where your man feels comfortable being honest with you about the little things, the big things, and everything in between.