In this episode, Krista Tippett invites us to unlock the power of questions and discover the profound beauty of embracing uncertainty. She explores the idea of investigating the stories we tell ourselves, the narratives that shape our understanding and interpretation of the world.
In this episode you’ll be able to:
Discern the importance of nurturing the ... Show More
Oct 30
How to Discover Yourself, One Decision at a Time | Sara Kuburic
In this episode, Dr. Sara Kuburic discusses how to discover yourself, one decision at a time. Questions like: Who are you beyond your job, your relationships, and the roles you fill? Drawing from her book, It’s on Me: Accept Hard Truths, Discover Yourself, and Change Your Life, S ... Show More
1 h
Oct 27
Why Doing More Is Keeping You Stuck and What to Do Instead | David Epstein
In this episode, David Epstein explores why doing more can leave us overwhelmed, and how the right constraints can help us focus and make meaningful progress. Drawing on his book, Inside the Box: How Constraints Make Us Better, David shares why unlimited freedom can be surprising ... Show More
1 h
Oct 23
You Don’t Need More Willpower: Change Is a Skill You Can Learn | Eric on The Happiness Lab with Laurie Santos
In this episode, Eric joins Dr. Laurie Santos on The Happiness Lab to explore why lasting change takes more than willpower—and how to develop the skills that make it easier. Drawing on his recovery from addiction and his book, How a Little Becomes a Lot, Eric shares how manageabl ... Show More
52m 27s
Oct 2024
192 - Embracing Uncertainty
In this episode, I explore the topic of uncertainty and how embracing life’s unpredictability can lead to greater peace and freedom. From everyday frustrations to life’s biggest challenges, groundlessness is a shared human experience. Drawing on stories, metaphors, and Buddhist t ... Show More
39m 55s
Oct 2023
Three Skills for Staying Calm, Sane, and Open in a Chaotic World | Krista Tippett
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>---</p> <p>The host of On Being shares lessons learned from 20 years of interviews, including: how to live with open questions, counterprogram ... Show More
1h 4m
Apr 2023
Krista Tippett: What we discover when we’re not looking
Krista Tippett’s early years aren't what you’d expect knowing who she is today. As a journalist and political aide in divided Berlin in the '80s, she led a life of importance, where she was surrounded by power, where every decision mattered. But when a window opened to step away ... Show More
27m 46s
Mar 2024
Unlocking Life's Mysteries: The Necessity of Existential Questions
Explore the transformative power of deep questions to uncover life's true meaning, through personal reflections and insights inspired by the innocent curiosity of a child. Discover how asking "why" can lead us to profound realizations about our existence, work, relationships, and ... Show More
4m 24s
Jun 2025
737. Stay Present In Your Own Story
In this insightful episode, Najwa Zebian, 4x best-selling author, speaker, and creator teaches us that embracing change has the power to enrich our lives. Najwa + Krista explore the nuances of loyalty, self-discovery, and the inspiration behind Najwa’s forthcoming book, The Only ... Show More
13m 46s