Wim Hof believes the mind is unlimited in its power and that everyone is born to be more than normal. How a person trains their mind will affect the life they live.

Tune in to hear Wim Hof share how he taps into his inner abilities using a breathing pattern called the Wim Hof Method. When you learn to connect your mind, body, and soul in the most profound way possible, the world is yours to conquer. 

Wim Hof believes the mind is unlimited in its power and that everyone is born to be more than normal. How a person trains their mind will affect the life they live.Tune in to hear Wim Hof share how he taps into his inner abilities using a breathing pattern called the Wim Hof Method. When you learn to connect your mind, body, and soul in the most profound way possible, the world is yours to conquer.

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!

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.

Wim Hof believes the mind is unlimited in its power and that everyone is born to be more than normal. How a person trains their mind will affect the life they live.

Tune in to hear Wim Hof share how he taps into his inner abilities using a breathing pattern called the Wim Hof Method. When you learn to connect your mind, body, and soul in the most profound way possible, the world is yours to conquer.

Wim Hof ON: The One Simple Method To Improve Your Focus, Strength and Confidence

Jay explores a moment many of us know all too well, walking into a room full of strangers and instantly feeling small, anxious, or out of place. Instead of assuming something is wrong with you, he reframes it through what’s actually happening in the brain. In those moments, your brain shifts into protection mode. It starts scanning for social threats and triggers a stress response. When that happens, the very things that help you connect, what to say, how to be yourself, how to feel at ease, can suddenly feel harder to access. What we often call awkwardness or insecurity isn’t really about who you are, it's your nervous system doing its job, trying to protect you from rejections.

Jay then reframes social confidence in a powerful way: connection isn’t about impressing people, it’s about helping them feel comfortable around you. He shares seven practical shifts, like arriving with intention instead of expectations, calming your nervous system, staying genuinely curious, and focusing on the first few moments of interaction, to show that authentic presence is far more magnetic than charisma. Research shows that people are drawn to those who make them feel heard and understood, and the simple act of asking thoughtful follow-up questions can dramatically increase likability and connection. Instead of trying to be the most interesting person in the room, the real secret is becoming the most interested.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Calm Your Nervous System Before Social Events

How to Make People Feel Safe Around You Instantly

How to Make a Powerful First Impression in Seconds

How to Position Yourself to Meet More People Naturally

How to Make People Feel Heard and Valued

If social situations have ever made you feel anxious, awkward, or unsure of yourself, remember this: nothing is wrong with you. Your brain is simply doing what it was designed to do, protect you. What people truly respond to is presence, curiosity, and the feeling of being genuinely seen. 

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter.Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe 

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

02:44 Do You Feel Anxious in New Social Settings?

05:47 #1: Replace Expectation with an Intention

08:07 #2: Be the First to Provide a Safe Space

11:42 #3: Stop Trying to Be Interesting & Be Interested

15:02 #4: Master the Art of the First Ten Seconds

18:16 #5: Use the Power of Proximity and Positioning

21:15 #6: Give People a Role

23:58 #7: Leave Before You're Done

26:27 Social Confidence Isn't About Impressing People

Jay explores a moment many of us know all too well, walking into a room full of strangers and instantly feeling small, anxious, or out of place. Instead of assuming something is wrong with you, he reframes it through what&rsquo;s actually happening in the brain. In those moments, your brain shifts into protection mode. It starts scanning for social threats and triggers a stress response. When that happens, the very things that help you connect, what to say, how to be yourself, how to feel at ease, can suddenly feel harder to access. What we often call awkwardness or insecurity isn&rsquo;t really about who you are, it's your nervous system doing its job, trying to protect you from rejections.
Jay then reframes social confidence in a powerful way: connection isn&rsquo;t about impressing people, it&rsquo;s about helping them feel comfortable around you. He shares seven practical shifts, like arriving with intention instead of expectations, calming your nervous system, staying genuinely curious, and focusing on the first few moments of interaction, to show that authentic presence is far more magnetic than charisma. Research shows that people are drawn to those who make them feel heard and understood, and the simple act of asking thoughtful follow-up questions can dramatically increase likability and connection. Instead of trying to be the most interesting person in the room, the real secret is becoming the most interested.
In this episode, you'll learn:
How to Calm Your Nervous System Before Social Events
How to Make People Feel Safe Around You Instantly
How to Make a Powerful First Impression in Seconds
How to Position Yourself to Meet More People Naturally
How to Make People Feel Heard and Valued
If social situations have ever made you feel anxious, awkward, or unsure of yourself, remember this: nothing is wrong with you. Your brain is simply doing what it was designed to do, protect you. What people truly respond to is presence, curiosity, and the feeling of being genuinely seen.&nbsp;
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
JAY&rsquo;S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX
Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter.Subscribe here: <a href="https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe">https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe</a>&nbsp;
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
02:44 Do You Feel Anxious in New Social Settings?
05:47 #1: Replace Expectation with an Intention
08:07 #2: Be the First to Provide a Safe Space
11:42 #3: Stop Trying to Be Interesting &amp; Be Interested
15:02 #4: Master the Art of the First Ten Seconds
18:16 #5: Use the Power of Proximity and Positioning
21:15 #6: Give People a Role
23:58 #7: Leave Before You're Done
26:27 Social Confidence Isn't About Impressing People

If You Feel Uncomfortable In New Social Situations, Listen to This (7 Science-Backed Shifts That Make Conversations Feel Easy)

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What’s one thing you’ve been doing that might actually be making your progress harder, not better? 

Jay sits down with Dr. Shannon Ritchey to discuss deeply ingrained beliefs we’ve been carrying about fitness, health, and our bodies, and what emerges is a powerful invitation to rethink everything. With warmth and clarity, Shannon challenges the idea that more effort always equals more results, revealing that many of us are stuck in cycles of overexertion, burnout, and frustration not because we’re doing too little but because we’re doing too much of the wrong things.

Instead of chasing exhaustion, soreness, or perfection, Shannon introduces the idea of “gentle consistency”, a rhythm of training that prioritizes proper stimulus, recovery, and long-term progress. She dismantles myths like “no pain, no gain” and “more cardio equals more fat loss,” showing that true results come from intentional strength training, adequate recovery, and aligning your workouts with your lifestyle. More importantly, she highlights that fitness isn’t just physical, it’s deeply mental. When we let go of guilt, unrealistic expectations, and all-or-nothing thinking, we create space for a healthier, more compassionate relationship with ourselves.

In this episode you'll learn:

How to Stop Overtraining Your Body

How to Build Strength Without Burnout

How to Train Smarter, Not Harder

How to Create a Sustainable Fitness Routine

How to Balance Effort and Recovery

How to Work With Your Body, Not Against It

You don’t need to exhaust yourself to prove your effort or chase extremes to feel worthy of progress. What truly matters is building habits you can return to again and again, with patience and self-respect guiding the way.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:23 Debunking Common Exercise Myths

10:07 Building a Healthier Relationship With Your Body

14:11 Why Your Workout Isn’t Building Muscle

19:57 Why Structure Matters in Strength Training

22:37 Why Less Soreness Can Be Better

27:37 Choosing the Right Exercises That Work

29:34 Can You Actually Build Muscle Faster?

31:04 Why Protein Is Essential for Muscle Growth

32:44 Understanding Body Recomposition

35:44 What Is Effective Training Stimulus?

40:29 Should You Go Beyond 30 Reps?

43:34 Start With Bodyweight and Keep Moving

47:08 The Biggest Weight Loss Mistake

49:35 You Can Build Muscle at Any Age

50:19 Why Nutrition Is Key for Weight Loss

52:29 The Truth About Cheat Meals

56:57 Finding Balance in Your Fitness Routine

59:10 Why Feet Are the Most Neglected Body Part

01:02:41 Why You Should Train Your Eyes

01:04:19 How to Improve Your Posture

01:06:48 Simple Ways to Get Your Body Moving

01:09:25 Why Fitness Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated

01:10:34 Four Keys to Muscle Growth

01:13:46 Learning to Be Kind to Yourself

01:14:22 The Risk of Overtraining and Chronic Pain

01:15:16 Knowing When to Rest and Recover

01:16:56 Shannon on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Website | https://evlofitness.com/ 

YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@TheDr.ShannonShow 

Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/evlofitness  

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dr.shannon.dpt/ 

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/evlofitness/

LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannondpt 

TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.shannonritchey 

TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@evlofitness

What&rsquo;s one thing you&rsquo;ve been doing that might actually be making your progress harder, not better?&nbsp;
Jay sits down with Dr. Shannon Ritchey to discuss deeply ingrained beliefs we&rsquo;ve been carrying about fitness, health, and our bodies, and what emerges is a powerful invitation to rethink everything. With warmth and clarity, Shannon challenges the idea that more effort always equals more results, revealing that many of us are stuck in cycles of overexertion, burnout, and frustration not because we&rsquo;re doing too little but because we&rsquo;re doing too much of the wrong things.
Instead of chasing exhaustion, soreness, or perfection, Shannon introduces the idea of &ldquo;gentle consistency&rdquo;, a rhythm of training that prioritizes proper stimulus, recovery, and long-term progress. She dismantles myths like &ldquo;no pain, no gain&rdquo; and &ldquo;more cardio equals more fat loss,&rdquo; showing that true results come from intentional strength training, adequate recovery, and aligning your workouts with your lifestyle. More importantly, she highlights that fitness isn&rsquo;t just physical, it&rsquo;s deeply mental. When we let go of guilt, unrealistic expectations, and all-or-nothing thinking, we create space for a healthier, more compassionate relationship with ourselves.
In this episode you'll learn:
How to Stop Overtraining Your Body
How to Build Strength Without Burnout
How to Train Smarter, Not Harder
How to Create a Sustainable Fitness Routine
How to Balance Effort and Recovery
How to Work With Your Body, Not Against It
You don&rsquo;t need to exhaust yourself to prove your effort or chase extremes to feel worthy of progress. What truly matters is building habits you can return to again and again, with patience and self-respect guiding the way.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
JAY&rsquo;S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX
Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: <a href="https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe">https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe</a> &nbsp;
Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! <a href="https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast">https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast</a>&nbsp;
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
01:23 Debunking Common Exercise Myths
10:07 Building a Healthier Relationship With Your Body
14:11 Why Your Workout Isn&rsquo;t Building Muscle
19:57 Why Structure Matters in Strength Training
22:37 Why Less Soreness Can Be Better
27:37 Choosing the Right Exercises That Work
29:34 Can You Actually Build Muscle Faster?
31:04 Why Protein Is Essential for Muscle Growth
32:44 Understanding Body Recomposition
35:44 What Is Effective Training Stimulus?
40:29 Should You Go Beyond 30 Reps?
43:34 Start With Bodyweight and Keep Moving
47:08 The Biggest Weight Loss Mistake
49:35 You Can Build Muscle at Any Age
50:19 Why Nutrition Is Key for Weight Loss
52:29 The Truth About Cheat Meals
56:57 Finding Balance in Your Fitness Routine
59:10 Why Feet Are the Most Neglected Body Part
01:02:41 Why You Should Train Your Eyes
01:04:19 How to Improve Your Posture
01:06:48 Simple Ways to Get Your Body Moving
01:09:25 Why Fitness Doesn&rsquo;t Have to Be Complicated
01:10:34 Four Keys to Muscle Growth
01:13:46 Learning to Be Kind to Yourself
01:14:22 The Risk of Overtraining and Chronic Pain
01:15:16 Knowing When to Rest and Recover
01:16:56 Shannon on Final Five
Episode Resources:
Website | <a href="https://evlofitness.com/">https://evlofitness.com/</a>&nbsp;
YouTube | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheDr.ShannonShow">https://www.youtube.com/@TheDr.ShannonShow</a>&nbsp;
Facebook | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/evlofitness">https://www.facebook.com/evlofitness</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
Instagram | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dr.shannon.dpt/">https://www.instagram.com/dr.shannon.dpt/</a>&nbsp;
Instagram | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/evlofitness/">https://www.instagram.com/evlofitness/</a>
LinkedIn | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannondpt">https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannondpt</a>&nbsp;
TikTok | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.shannonritchey">https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.shannonritchey</a>&nbsp;
TikTok | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@evlofitness">https://www.tiktok.com/@evlofitness</a>

Dr. Shannon Ritchey:  Why You’re Not Seeing Results in The Gym (Do THIS 4-Part Strength Framework to Completely Transform your Body

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Today, Jay sits down with his dear friend Nischa Shah, a former investment banker and accountant who walked away from a high-status corporate career to help people rethink their relationship with money, success, and freedom. Nischa reflects on the “dark phase” she experienced while climbing the corporate ladder, realizing that the prestige and polish of banking had created a deep disconnect from her true self. Nischa invites listeners to confront a powerful question many of us avoid: “Would I still be happy if I were living the same life five or ten years from now?”

Jay and Nischa shift into practical strategies for navigating money anxiety. Nischa introduces the “ostrich effect,” which is the psychological tendency to avoid looking at our finances out of fear. She shares her simple but powerful “three-bucket” approach to personal finance, where income is intentionally divided between fundamentals, fun, and the “future you.” By reframing the goal from financial success to financial happiness, Nischa offers a clearer, more intentional way to manage money, one that prioritizes peace of mind over status or external validation.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Assess Your Career Alignment 

How to Calculate a Financial Cushion 

How to Manage Income Using the Three-Bucket Method 

How to Audit Spending with Three Key Questions 

How to Turn Financial Knowledge into Action 

How to Strategize Paying Off Debt vs. Investing 

How to Increase Your Value and Earning Potential 

It is never too late to begin reclaiming your narrative, whether that starts with building a small financial safety net for peace of mind or finally turning knowledge into decisive action.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe  

Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast 

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:54 Questioning the Traditional Path 

03:22 The Courage to Walk Away 

06:14 Calculating Your Financial Runway 

07:04 Separating Your Self-Worth from Your Title 

10:49 What is the Ostrich Effect? 

13:45 Fighting Instant Gratification 

14:28 Ask Yourself These Three Questions Before Buying Anything 

18:30 Micro-Habits That Build Real Wealth 

21:29 Spending With Intention  

23:33 Why More Money Doesn’t Always Fix Money Problems 

28:49 Financial Success vs. Financial Happiness 

31:03 Is there Such a Thing as Passive Income? 

34:06 Mastering Long-Term Investing 

36:42 Should You Buy a Home? 

37:42 Breaking the Scarcity Mindset

42:01 Stop Spending to Impress People

44:31 The Problem With Constantly Upgrading 

45:55 How Can You Be of Value To Others? 

49:07 Focus on Earning More, Not Just Cutting Costs 

53:40 Defining Your Personal Freedom 

54:52 The Entrepreneurship vs. Employment Trap 

56:37 Investing in Your Own Skills 

58:47 Short-Term Joy vs. Long-Term Security 

01:00:50 We All Make Financial Mistakes! 

01:01:31 It’s Never Too Late

01:02:48 This or That: Money Edition

01:06:34 Nischa on Final Five

Episode Resources:

YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@nischa 

Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567018784328 

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nischa.me/ 

TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/discover/nischa-shah

Today, Jay sits down with his dear friend Nischa Shah, a former investment banker and accountant who walked away from a high-status corporate career to help people rethink their relationship with money, success, and freedom. Nischa reflects on the &ldquo;dark phase&rdquo; she experienced while climbing the corporate ladder, realizing that the prestige and polish of banking had created a deep disconnect from her true self. Nischa invites listeners to confront a powerful question many of us avoid: &ldquo;Would I still be happy if I were living the same life five or ten years from now?&rdquo;
Jay and Nischa shift into practical strategies for navigating money anxiety. Nischa introduces the &ldquo;ostrich effect,&rdquo; which is the psychological tendency to avoid looking at our finances out of fear. She shares her simple but powerful &ldquo;three-bucket&rdquo; approach to personal finance, where income is intentionally divided between fundamentals, fun, and the &ldquo;future you.&rdquo; By reframing the goal from financial success to financial happiness, Nischa offers a clearer, more intentional way to manage money, one that prioritizes peace of mind over status or external validation.
In this interview, you'll learn:
How to Assess Your Career Alignment&nbsp;
How to Calculate a Financial Cushion&nbsp;
How to Manage Income Using the Three-Bucket Method&nbsp;
How to Audit Spending with Three Key Questions&nbsp;
How to Turn Financial Knowledge into Action&nbsp;
How to Strategize Paying Off Debt vs. Investing&nbsp;
How to Increase Your Value and Earning Potential&nbsp;
It is never too late to begin reclaiming your narrative, whether that starts with building a small financial safety net for peace of mind or finally turning knowledge into decisive action.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
JAY&rsquo;S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX
Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: <a href="https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe">https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe</a> &nbsp;
Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! <a href="https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast">https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast</a>&nbsp;
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
00:54 Questioning the Traditional Path&nbsp;
03:22 The Courage to Walk Away&nbsp;
06:14 Calculating Your Financial Runway&nbsp;
07:04 Separating Your Self-Worth from Your Title&nbsp;
10:49 What is the Ostrich Effect?&nbsp;
13:45 Fighting Instant Gratification&nbsp;
14:28 Ask Yourself These Three Questions Before Buying Anything&nbsp;
18:30 Micro-Habits That Build Real Wealth&nbsp;
21:29 Spending With Intention&nbsp;&nbsp;
23:33 Why More Money Doesn&rsquo;t Always Fix Money Problems&nbsp;
28:49 Financial Success vs. Financial Happiness&nbsp;
31:03 Is there Such a Thing as Passive Income?&nbsp;
34:06 Mastering Long-Term Investing&nbsp;
36:42 Should You Buy a Home?&nbsp;
37:42 Breaking the Scarcity Mindset
42:01 Stop Spending to Impress People
44:31 The Problem With Constantly Upgrading&nbsp;
45:55 How Can You Be of Value To Others?&nbsp;
49:07 Focus on Earning More, Not Just Cutting Costs&nbsp;
53:40 Defining Your Personal Freedom&nbsp;
54:52 The Entrepreneurship vs. Employment Trap&nbsp;
56:37 Investing in Your Own Skills&nbsp;
58:47 Short-Term Joy vs. Long-Term Security&nbsp;
01:00:50 We All Make Financial Mistakes!&nbsp;
01:01:31 It&rsquo;s Never Too Late
01:02:48 This or That: Money Edition
01:06:34 Nischa on Final Five
Episode Resources:
YouTube | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@nischa">https://www.youtube.com/@nischa</a>&nbsp;
Facebook | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567018784328">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567018784328</a>&nbsp;
Instagram | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nischa.me/">https://www.instagram.com/nischa.me/</a>&nbsp;
TikTok | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/discover/nischa-shah">https://www.tiktok.com/discover/nischa-shah</a>

Nischa Shah: #1 Financial Mistake People Make in Their 20s & 30s (Fix It With This Simple System)

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Wim Hof ON: The One Simple Method To Improve Your Focus, Strength and Confidence

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