TIf you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, frozen, or caught in the spiral, this is your invitation to reframe fear, move with intention, and breathe your way back to yourself.

Whether you’re navigating uncertainty, healing from burnout, or simply wanting to live more grounded and awake this episode is here to hold you gently and guide you forward.

The Upside of Stress by Kelly McGonigal

Emotional Agility by Susan David, PhD

The Happiness Trap by Dr. Russ Harris

How to Make Stress Your Friend” – TED Talk by Kelly McGonigal

Mel Robbins on Turning Anxiety into Excitement

Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty

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As part of our People of Interest Series we dive into: Deepak Chopra who's profound teachings on the mind body connection and what it means to live a life of balance, clarity, and conscious presence. TThe science on neuroplasticity merge with meditation, and holistic wellbeing on a journey into self awareness, emotional healing, and gratitude.

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Quantum Healing Deepak Chopra

The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success Deepak Chopra

Deepak Chopra TEDx The Future of Wellbeing

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As part of our People of Interest Series we dive into: Adriene Mishler, the beloved teacher behind Yoga With Adriene. Known for her mantra “find what feels good”, Adriene has built a global community by making yoga accessible, playful, and profoundly human. Why Adriene’s philosophy resonates with millions across the world. The science-backed benefits of mindful movement for stress, mood, and sleep. How you can begin (or deepen) a yoga practice that’s built on compassion, not perfection.

Whether you’re brand new to yoga, returning after time away, or simply curious about weaving more mindfulness into daily life, this episode is here to remind you that you don’t need fancy poses or long hours to find balance just a willingness to show up.

https://www.youtube.com/yogawithadriene

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The Body Keeps the Score Bessel van der Kolk

Radical Acceptance Tara Brach

Self-Compassion Kristin Neff

Atomic Habits James Clear

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Happy New Year!!!

This episode marks the beginning of our new Persons of Interest series. A spotlight on thinkers, practitioners, scientists, wellness leaders, and creators from around the world whose voices help us grow. We focus on Mark Manson, the bestselling author whose blunt, honest approach to self development has challenged millions of people to rethink what truly matters. Manson reminds us that happiness isn’t found in constant positivity, but in choosing meaningful struggles, aligning with our values, and letting go of the trivial.

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The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck* Mark Manson

Everything is Fcked: A Book About Hope* Mark Manson

Will Will Smith & Mark Manson

The Denial of Death Ernest Becker

Man’s Search for Meaning Viktor Frankl

Meditations Marcus Aurelius

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A thousand year journey written a century ago. George S. Clason gave us one of the most timeless books on money and mindset ever written:

More than just a book about gold and ancient parables, but how Babylon’s wisdom saving first fuels our wellbeing and mental health which is just as relevant in 2025 as it was thousands of years ago.

Why the simple 10% saving rule is more powerful than any modern money hack. How overspending and lifestyle inflation quietly trap us in cycles of stress. The hidden link between money, mental health, and overall wellness. Why gratitude and vision are as vital to wealth as savings and investments.

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The Richest Man in Babylon George S. Clason

Your Money or Your Life Vicki Robin

The Total Money Makeover Dave Ramsey

Atomic Habits James Clear

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In todays episode we go through John O’Donohue’s Anam Cara: A Book of Celtic Wisdom, a timeless work that invites us to rethink friendship, belonging, and the sacredness of human connection.

Anam Cara means “soul friend,” is at the heart of Celtic spirituality. It represents a bond that transcends time, distance, and even death a friendship where two people see each other at the level of the soul. Knowing to live with clarity, presence, and intention. It’s about learning how to slow down, rediscover belonging, and honor the sacredness of ordinary life.

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Anam Cara: A Book of Celtic Wisdom John O’Donohue

Beauty: The Invisible Embrace John O’Donohue

Eternal Echoe John O’Donohue

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The raw terrain of belonging, identity, and authenticity, inspired by Brené Brown’s powerful concept of “braving the wilderness.” Through personal reflection, psychological research, and spiritual wisdom, Stuart explores the difference between fitting in and truly belonging, why so many of us feel lonely in crowded rooms, and how we can build real connection without betraying who we are.

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Braving the Wilderness by Brené Brown

Belonging: The Science of Creating Connection and Bridging Divides by Geoffrey L. Cohen

The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown

The Art of Belonging by Hugh Mackay

The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

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A reflective look at the world of celebrity and fame; the breakdowns, perfectionism, and the pressures we place on ourselves in an image-obsessed culture.

Why do the people we admire most celebrities, influencers, icons so often collapse under the very success we crave? And more importantly, what does their anxiety, addiction, and burnout reveal about our own silent struggles?

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The Myth of Normal Gabor Maté

Self-Compassion Kristin Neff

The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life Erving Goffman

Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention Johann Hari

The Gifts of Imperfection Brené Brown

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