On this episode, I answer the question: how does meaning come into ones life? If you feel aimless and have no roadmap, taking responsibility for your own actions can be the first step toward purpose. I then talk about why people can look at their suffering as an opportunity rather than a cruel joke. I also express my journey toward meaning while in the midst ... Show More
Apr 22
350 | How Anxiety Circuits Hijack Your Brain | And What To Do
On today's episode, I break down the brain circuits behind anxiety—the amygdala, hippocampus, prefrontal cortex, and the HPA axis—and show how they create panic, overgeneralization, and sleeplessness. I then explain, in plain terms, why anxiety feels overwhelming and how chronic ... Show More
26m 33s
Apr 15
349 | Healing Trauma and Building A Better Life | Dana Hargus
On todays episode, I speak with Dana Hargus founder of Restore of Ada and we discuss trauma-informed approaches to calm the nervous system, biofeedback strategies, and rebuilding resilience after chronic stress. Dana explains how trauma can affect anyone and why treating the body ... Show More
49m 34s
Apr 8
348 | Why You Can’t Stop Checking Your Body (Health Anxiety Explained)
Today, I break down why people with health anxiety obsessively check their bodies, how that checking fuels a loop of fear and hyper-awareness, and how intolerance of uncertainty and misinterpreting normal sensations keep the cycle going. I outline clear, practical steps to break ... Show More
35m 1s
Mar 2023
How to Find Clarity, Courage, and Compassion with Koshin Paley Ellison
In This Episode, You'll Learn
How to investigate suffering and learn how to work with it in a fresh way
Why we need to explore the impact of greed, shame, and other "giants" in our daily lives
Understanding the power of apology and how it can help us move away from shame and ... Show More
1h 9m
Mar 2025
187. The Surprising Power of Triggers, Tough Love, & Looking at Your Blindspots to Uplevel + Heal
In this episode, I dive deep into the idea of taking radical responsibility for our lives and how embracing triggers can lead to personal growth. I explain how being open to uncomfortable moments and reflecting on the role we play in our own struggles can help us step into our em ... Show More
18m 36s