Today, John reflects on his upbringing in a family restaurant, exploring themes of generational trauma, cultural identity, and personal growth. He also emphasizes the importance of understanding one's parents' backgrounds, so they can shift towards a more empathetic and responsive approach in the current generation.
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Hard Things to Bring Up in Therapy | Love is Better. Not Harder.
In this Q&A, John Kim answers your raw, unfiltered questions about love, attachment, and what it actually takes to build a healthy relationship. From anxious-avoidant dynamics to retroactive jealousy and emotional unavailability — this one gets real. Whether you’re questioning if ... Show More
16m 37s
Oct 8
I Knew on My Wedding Day He Wasn’t the One
What happens when your dream wedding hides a truth your body already knows? In this powerful conversation, writer and author Amber Rae opens up to John Kim about walking down the aisle knowing she was marrying the wrong man - and the courage it took to leave, fall in love again, ... Show More
52m 41s
Oct 6
How I Traded Hollywood Dreams for a Real Life
What happens when the blueprint you’ve been chasing - cars, houses, status - no longer fits who you’ve become? In this powerful episode, John Kim shares how he traded Hollywood dreams for a meaningful life in Costa Rica, and how redefining his blueprint transformed everything. In ... Show More
20m 5s
Aug 22
Most Replayed Moment: Alain de Botton - Individualism Is Making Us Miserable!
Alain de Botton is a philosopher, author, and the founder of The School of Life. He is known for his insights into the intersection of philosophy, love, and the modern world, often exploring how societal structures impact mental well-being. In today’s Moments episode, Alain explo ... Show More
19m 13s
Sep 20
(#2) Elise’s Top Ten: You don't actually know what your future self wants | Shankar Vedantam
"You are constantly becoming a new person," says journalist Shankar Vedantam. In a talk full of beautiful storytelling, he explains the profound impact of something he calls the "illusion of continuity" -- the belief that our future selves will share the same views, perspectives ... Show More
16m 4s
Jun 2025
125: Finding Purpose in Every Chapter of Life with Pete Hixson
We welcome back Pete Hixson for his third appearance. Together, we explore the complexities of balancing ambition, family, faith, and mentorship. We discuss the pivotal moments that have shaped Pete's life and career and delve into the challenges of being a driven professional wh ... Show More
1h 38m
May 2024
2183: How Technology is Changing Dating by Philip Karahassan with PsychAlive on Relationship Advice & Modern Dating
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 2183:Philip Karahassan explores how technology has revolutionized dating, highlighting how smartphones and apps offer unprec ... Show More
10m 4s
Mar 2025
How Is Trauma Dumping Affecting My Relationships?
This week, JVN sits down with existential psychotherapist and author Dr. Sara Kuburic, widely recognized as the @Millennial.Therapist in Instagram, to delve into the phenomenon of "trauma dumping." We’re exploring the nuances between sharing personal experiences and overloading o ... Show More
43m 20s
Apr 2025
2571: Are Millennials Really the "Hook-Up Generation" by Dr. Gary Lewandowski of Luvze
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.
Episode 2571:
Luvze challenges the stereotype of Millennials as the "hook-up generation," revealing research that paints a more nua ... Show More
11m 51s