Why is it challenging to acknowledge when you're lying to yourself?

How can one maintain a habit of honesty in daily life?

Today, let's welcome The Breakfast Club co-host Charlamagne tha God. He is a prominent media personality and New York Times bestselling author, best known for his candid approach to celebrity interviews and his advocacy for mental health. His latest book, "Get Honest or Die Lying," challenges readers to forego the superficial and engage in meaningful, transformative dialogue.

Charlamagne shares his insights on the societal detriments of small talk and why  superficial conversations are not only a waste of time but also a significant barrier to meaningful human connection and understanding. He argues that the small, meaningless exchanges that fill our daily interactions should be replaced with deeper, more substantial dialogues that challenge, enlighten, and engage us on multiple levels.

With Jay, Charlamagne explores the psychological and social impacts of engaging in—or avoiding—small talk. He illustrates his points with personal anecdotes and experiences, including his own struggles and breakthroughs in striving for more genuine interactions in both his personal life and professional endeavors. He stresses the importance of being present in conversations, listening actively, and expressing one’s true thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to initiate deeper discussions

How to be honest in conversations

How to set personal boundaries

How to reflect on personal growth

How to encourage others to engage

This episode not only challenges listeners to evaluate the quality of their own conversations but also inspires them to make every word count in the quest for deeper understanding and genuine relationships.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

You can pre-order Charlamagne’s latest book, Get Honest or Die Lying here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/p/get-honest-or-die-lying-preorder

This interview was held at Soho Home at Soho Works 55 Water.

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

03:01 Why Small Talk Doesn’ Work

05:15 Be Honest About Your Feelings

08:00 How Do You Stop Being Offended?

09:27 Realizations During Therapy

12:14 Not Setting Proper Boundaries

13:32 Stop Being a People Pleaser

16:50 Online Oversharing

18:13 Detaching from Your Ego

20:23 Getting Caught Up in Lies

23:33 Passing Judgment on People We Don’t Know 

29:09 Confronting a Cheating Father

34:48 In-Tune with Your Visions

39:21 Why Some Things Don’t Work

42:36 Successful But Unhappy

01:03:10 Don’t Make a Decision Based on Emotion

01:06:32 Don’t Confine Yourself In Small Boxes

01:13:24 Honest Conversations with Your Kids

Episode Resources:
Charlamagne tha God | Website
Charlamagne tha God | TikTok
Charlamagne tha God | Instagram
Charlamagne tha God | Facebook
Charlamagne tha God | YouTube
Pre-order Get Honest or Die Lying
Black Privilege: Opportunity Comes to Those Who Create It

Why is it challenging to acknowledge when you're lying to yourself?
How can one maintain a habit of honesty in daily life?
Today, let's welcome The Breakfast Club co-host Charlamagne tha God. He is a prominent media personality and New York Times bestselling author, best known for his candid approach to celebrity interviews and his advocacy for mental health. His latest book, "Get Honest or Die Lying," challenges readers to forego the superficial and engage in meaningful, transformative dialogue.
Charlamagne shares his insights on the societal detriments of small talk and why  superficial conversations are not only a waste of time but also a significant barrier to meaningful human connection and understanding. He argues that the small, meaningless exchanges that fill our daily interactions should be replaced with deeper, more substantial dialogues that challenge, enlighten, and engage us on multiple levels.
With Jay, Charlamagne explores the psychological and social impacts of engaging in—or avoiding—small talk. He illustrates his points with personal anecdotes and experiences, including his own struggles and breakthroughs in striving for more genuine interactions in both his personal life and professional endeavors. He stresses the importance of being present in conversations, listening actively, and expressing one’s true thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.
In this interview, you'll learn:
How to initiate deeper discussions
How to be honest in conversations
How to set personal boundaries
How to reflect on personal growth
How to encourage others to engage
This episode not only challenges listeners to evaluate the quality of their own conversations but also inspires them to make every word count in the quest for deeper understanding and genuine relationships.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
You can pre-order Charlamagne’s latest book, Get Honest or Die Lying here: <a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/p/get-honest-or-die-lying-preorder">https://www.simonandschuster.com/p/get-honest-or-die-lying-preorder</a>
This interview was held at Soho Home at Soho Works 55 Water.
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
03:01 Why Small Talk Doesn’ Work
05:15 Be Honest About Your Feelings
08:00 How Do You Stop Being Offended?
09:27 Realizations During Therapy
12:14 Not Setting Proper Boundaries
13:32 Stop Being a People Pleaser
16:50 Online Oversharing
18:13 Detaching from Your Ego
20:23 Getting Caught Up in Lies
23:33 Passing Judgment on People We Don’t Know 
29:09 Confronting a Cheating Father
34:48 In-Tune with Your Visions
39:21 Why Some Things Don’t Work
42:36 Successful But Unhappy
01:03:10 Don’t Make a Decision Based on Emotion
01:06:32 Don’t Confine Yourself In Small Boxes
01:13:24 Honest Conversations with Your Kids
Episode Resources:
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<li aria-level="1">Charlamagne tha God | <a href="https://www.cthagodworld.com/">Website</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Charlamagne tha God | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lauralynnejackson">TikTok</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Charlamagne tha God | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cthagod/">Instagram</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Charlamagne tha God | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cthagod/">Facebook</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Charlamagne tha God | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/cthagod">YouTube</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Pre-order <a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/p/get-honest-or-die-lying-preorder">Get Honest or Die Lying</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Black-Privilege-Opportunity-Comes-Create-ebook/dp/B01LLXCGYC?ref_=ast_author_dp&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.qVJb9I3WAagGr4HKmV3PA-fbpaLBJ9puQxUbeL_J_7q6z3paEW8NnNBY3K1-wnBsncyuw_98PvQHrHlBkybGRfDkV8Xgy8nd1R-EiKERmhM.UJIAZqIj93XjECHETNZ0NC6YhpMGGlvwlgmtWqHwc_g&amp;dib_tag=AUTHOR">Black Privilege: Opportunity Comes to Those Who Create It</a></li>
</ul>

I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace.

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I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace.
I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!

On Purpose with Jay Shetty

My name is Jay Shetty, and my purpose is to make wisdom go viral. I’m fortunate to have fascinating conversations with the most insightful people in the world, and on my podcast, I’m sharing those conversations with you. New episodes Mondays and Fridays. Please rate and review the podcast if you enjoy it. Live life today ON PURPOSE.

My name is Jay Shetty, and my purpose is to make wisdom go viral. I’m fortunate to have fascinating conversations with the most insightful people in the world, and on my podcast, I’m sharing those conversations with you. New episodes Mondays and Fridays. Please rate and review the podcast if you enjoy it. Live life today ON PURPOSE.

How to Know if You've Been Lying to Yourself & Learn to Get Comfortable Being Honest With Yourself and Others with Charlamange Tha God

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