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[Rebroadcast] The Paradoxes of Mindfulness

#262: Mindfulness lies at the heart of OptimalWork’s approach. Living your highest ideals means being fully present, fully engaged with reality. Cultivating this habit is the work of mindfulness. But mindfulness rests on a set of apparent contradictions. Foremost among them is th ... Show More

34m 20s

Aug 18

[Rebroadcast] From Tolerance to Acceptance to Love

#261: The two fundamental ways you can relate to challenge are approach and avoidance. Typically, approach leads to a virtuous cycle: the challenge gets easier and more enjoyable over time as you grow in mastery. Avoidance, on the other hand, often leads to a vicious cycle of inc ... Show More

29m 45s

Aug 11

[Rebroadcast] Should You Be Doing Therapy at Work?

#260: With rising rates of anxiety and depression, some have suggested that managers be trained to provide “mental-health first aid” to employees in distress. In this episode, we discuss the best ways managers can help employees thrive at work, how to help them grow, and how to b ... Show More

33m 55s

Mar 2025

S2 EP2 | Life Isn’t Fair – And That’s Okay | The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of The Messy Podcast!Tagline: Why the Right Decision Feels WrongIn this episode, we explore why trusting your intuition often feels uncomfortable, the link between people-pleasing and self-betrayal, and how to act on your needs despite others’ disap ... Show More

20m 8s

Aug 21

Why Life Feels Empty | The Real Reason You’re Unfulfilled

Most of us grew up living by our parents’ morals, values, and expectations. We were never taught how to identify our own. The result? We suppress who we are, chase what we want instead of what we need, and end up lost with no sense of meaning or purpose.In this video, Kenny Weiss ... Show More

20m 37s

May 13

Validation Is a Trap — Here’s How to Escape It

In this solo episode, I dive deep into a question I get asked all the time: “How do I stop seeking validation from others?” If you're stuck in a loop of people-pleasing, indecision, or fear of judgment — this one’s for you. I expose the real reasons we crave approval, how it kill ... Show More

16m 17s

Mar 2025

S2 EP1 | Why the Right Decision Feels Wrong | The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of The Messy Podcast!Tagline: Why the Right Decision Feels WrongIn this episode, we explore why trusting your intuition often feels uncomfortable, the link between people-pleasing and self-betrayal, and how to act on your needs despite others’ disap ... Show More

23m 30s

Mar 2023

Stop Ignoring the Call to Adventure

Today's motivation is all about becoming who you're meant to be. Quote of the Day: "The purpose of life, after all, is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experiences." - Eleanor Roosevelt Leave a revie ... Show More

2m 54s

Mar 2025

207. Inspired, Not Compared: Living With Purpose

When we stop comparing ourselves to others and shift our motivation toward a deeper connection with the Light of the Creator, we unlock a new way of living—one rooted in fulfillment and intention. Jealousy and comparison can hold us back, but they can also serve as tools for reas ... Show More

32m 35s

Jan 2025

Facing Fear: Using Opposite Action to Overcome Anxiety

Fear can be a powerful emotion that often keeps us stuck, avoiding challenges and missing opportunities. In this episode, we focus on how the DBT skill of Opposite Action can help you confront fear and take courageous steps toward your goals. By learning to act opposite to the ur ... Show More

16m 26s

Jul 31

Thriving at Work Struggling in Love With Carly Ann

Why is it that ambitious, successful women can thrive in their careers but feel lost in love?In this episode, Attachment Therapist and Coach Carly Ann joins me to explore the emotional disconnect that many high-achieving women experience in relationships.We dive into:How codepend ... Show More

44m 3s

Jul 10

#534: Be a Badass - Obstacles

The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is in how you face obstacles. Your brain is hardwired to seek comfort and avoid growth, which keeps you stuck in mediocrity - in the ordinary. This wiring, known as the Motivational Triad, is great for survival but terrible for ac ... Show More

28m 56s

Feb 2025

Ep 367: Throwback to Episode 23: What To Do When You’re Not Motivated And Want To Be

Start Your Transformation Now How many times have you started something: working out, a new work regimen or wanting to do something new and you found yourself falling off track in just a few short weeks?It’s not your fault.You can thank the reptilian part of your brain for pullin ... Show More

26m 27s

[Rebroadcast] Why People Pleasing is a T...