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Sharing a new show from our friends at Higher Ground. On IMO, Michelle and her big brother Craig Robinson bring their candid perspectives to the everyday questions shaping our lives, relationships and the world around us. Each week, they’re ed by a guest to tackle real questions from real folks just like you offering practical advice, personal storytelling, and plenty of laughs. Topics range from dating and relationships, to family and faith. Michelle and Craig share stories about being there for each other throughout their lives, from first crushes and fraught college years, to landing at the White House, to losing their mom. For six decades they’ve been each others’ most trusted counsel—and now, they want to be that counsel for you. In this episode, they’re ed by actress Issa Rae for a conversation about navigating the challenges of mismatched expectations in adult friendships. You can find more episodes of IMO at https://lnk.to/imomichellecraigGL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Struggling with self-doubt, overthinking, or harsh self-criticism? us for an empowering conversation with Dr. Julie Smith, clinical psychologist and author of "Open When: A Companion for Life's Twists & Turns." Discover practical strategies to cultivate self-comion, nurture a growth mindset, and transform failures into opportunities for learning - equipping you to embrace life's challenges with confidence and resilience. You can find Julie at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Cyndie Spiegel about experiencing small moments of joy. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you languishing - feeling that gnawing sense of emptiness despite checking all the society's boxes? Renowned sociologist Corey Keyes, author of "Languishing: How to Feel Alive Again in a World That Wears Us Down," reveals powerful practices to reignite your ion, purpose and human connections - the key ingredients to flourishing mental health. Discover an insightful path to feeling vibrantly alive. You can find Corey at: Google Scholar | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Daniel Kahneman about the way we make decisions. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How feeling safe impacts your health, creativity and human connections - Unlocking the science of the Polyvagal Theory with pioneering neuroscientist Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. and his son Seth Porges, based on their book Our Polyvagal World: How Safety and Trauma Change Us. Discover the hidden power of regulating your nervous system to reduce anxiety, optimize well-being and unleash your full human potential. You can find Stephen & Seth at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Dr. Jud Brewer about anxiety, safety, and habits. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brace Yourself for the Decoding of Private Thoughts by Consumer Gadgets - Everyday devices like headphones and watches could soon interpret your brain activity and inner experiences. Nita A. Farahany, author of "The Battle for Your Brain: Defending the Right to Think Freely in the Age of Neurotechnology," unveils the remarkable potential and alarming risks of this emerging neurotechnology. Get ready to rethink assumptions! You can find Nita at: Website | LinkedIn | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Adam Grant about rethinking. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s a new Well-being podcast from Audible hosted by Chrissy Teigen. Throughout the series, Chrissy explores the cutting edge of personal development with some of the world’s leading experts and authors in the wellness space. In this episode, psychologist and author of Hidden Potential, Adam Grant, inspires Chrissy to rethink how persistence, mentorship, and embracing discomfort can unlock hidden greatness. You can find Self-Conscious with Chrissy Teigen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, or head to audible.com/Chrissypodcast to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Google executive Jenny Wood reveals how traits we're often told to suppress - like being weird, shameless, or obsessive - can become unexpected superpowers for success in her new book "Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It." Through stories like chasing her future husband off a NYC subway and leading billion-dollar operations, Jenny shows how embracing these characteristics unlocks extraordinary potential in work, relationships, and life. You can find Jenny at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Dan Pink about experiencing regret. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Google executive turned neuroscientist Anne-Laure Le Cunff reveals how breaking free from prescribed life scripts opened the door to genuine fulfillment through experimentation. In this rich conversation about her book Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World, she shares a practical framework for transforming life's uncertainties into opportunities for growth and self-discovery - whether you're questioning your career path, relationships, or daily habits. You can find Anne-Laure at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations where I shared my 2x20 project all about my own tiny experiments. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Renowned therapist Nicole Sachs shares her revolutionary mind-body approach to releasing chronic pain and anxiety in this profound discussion of her book "Mind Your Body: A Revolutionary Program to Release Chronic Pain and Anxiety." Learn how unresolved emotions manifest as physical symptoms - and Sachs' practical steps to break this cycle. Envision rediscovering an active, vibrant life free from chronic illness. You can find Nicole at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Bessel van der Kolk about integrating trauma. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever felt stuck in past trauma or like you had to hide your true self? Alex Elle, bestselling author of How We Heal, and Arielle Estoria, author of The Unfolding, as they share profound insights on writing as a catalyst for radical self-love, befriending fear, and peeling back layers to reclaim your vibrant, unapologetic identity. Episode Transcript You can find Alex at: Website | Instagram | Listen to Our Full-Length Convo with Alex You can find Arielle at: Website | Instagram | Listen to Our Full-Length Convo with Arielle Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Could aging immune cells actually be triggering cancer growth? Groundbreaking immunologist Matthew Park reveals surprising research showing our body's own myeloid cells may suppress cancer-killing cells as we get older - and how existing medications could help reset this deadly process. An eye-opening look at a new frontier for preventing and treating cancer through the years. You can find Matthew at: Website | Linkedin | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Tim Spector about eating for health. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feeling overwhelmed by life's relentless demands? Courtney Carver, author of Gentle: Rest More, Stress Less, and Live the Life You Actually Want, reveals a transformative approach to embracing a softer, more intentional way of being. Discover how simplifying your world and giving yourself permission to truly rest can revolutionize your well-being and help you rediscover the person you were born to be. You can find Courtney at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Courtney about simplicity. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you tired of the cultural narratives that frame aging as an inevitable decline? In this illuminating conversation, Karen Walrond, author of Radiant Rebellion: Reclaim Aging, Practice Joy, and Raise a Little Hell, offers a radical reframing to help you embrace your later years as a time of profound growth, purpose and audacious joy. Prepare to interrogate assumptions, stay playfully curious at any age, and Walrond's radiant rebellion against the toxic mindsets holding you back from living each season of life to the fullest. You can find Karen at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Tara Brach about making peace with the truth about our lives. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Factor: Factor delivers chef-crafted, nutritionist-approved meals that heat up in 2 minutes, and you can get 50% off your first box plus free shipping at factormeals.com/factorpodcast with code FACTORPODCAST. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Step away from the noise and unlock profound clarity by learning from silence. In this insightful conversation, bestselling author Pico Iyer shares life-changing wisdom from his new book Aflame: Learning from Silence on how solitude can help you rediscover your deepest self, rekindle your ions, and foster more authentic connections with others. You can find Pico at: Website | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Pico about finding nirvana. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kenya Barris and Malcolm Gladwell as they by pleasantries and promotional banter to deliver raw, unfiltered conversations with some of today’s most influential figures. Featuring titans across a spectrum of professions (from Olympic gold medalists to trailblazing Fortune 500 CEOs and everything in between), The Unusual Suspects with Kenya Barris and Malcolm Gladwell pulls back the curtain to offer listeners unprecedented access to the minds of the world’s most extraordinary individuals and their distinct paths to success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Experience something truly special - an enlightening genetic journey guided by guest host Samira Rajabi, PhD and her sister Dr. Farrah Rajabi, a leading pediatric geneticist. With warmth and wisdom, Farrah demystifies genetic testing, providing a comionate roap to preventative care, emotional wellbeing, and embracing new possibilities. This insightful sibling duo's energetic repartee will leave you feeling empowered to optimize your holistic wellbeing by unlocking the profound power of your genetic blueprint. You can find Samira at: Website | LinkedIn | Episode Transcript You can find Farrah at: LinkedIn If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Samira Rajabi about navigating wellbeing. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever feel like your emotions are running the show? Learn breakthrough tools from Ethan Kross, PhD, leading expert on emotion regulation and author of Shift: Managing Your Emotions - So They Don't Manage You. Discover potent "sensory shifters," attention deployment tactics, and a step-by-step process to master your emotional world once and for all. You can find Ethan at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Ethan in an earlier conversation about overcoming mental chatter. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you living a life true to your deepest values or just going along with what others expect? Sunita Sah, author of Defy: The Power of No in a World That Demands Yes, reveals how our cultural conditioning to comply holds us back from authenticity. Learn the stages of healthy defiance to courageously honor your agency while navigating power dynamics. Reframe defiance as a positive force aligned with your most profound principles. You can find Sunita at: Website | Instagram | Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Zoe Chance about influence and persuasion. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As part of our New Beginnings series, unlock the secrets to savoring the beauty in every ordinary moment. In this insightful culminating episode, Jonathan shares a powerful roap for crafting days overflowing with presence, purpose and joy. Discover transformative yet simple practices like mindful check-ins, deg your day with intention, finding delight in creativity, and starting/ending with gratitude. Learn how establishing these intentional daily rhythms can help you experience the extraordinary in the seemingly mundane - making 2025 your most present, meaningful year yet. Episode Transcript If you LOVED this episode: You can find the 1-page worksheet HERE. Find all of the New Beginnings: Redeg Your Life in 2025 episodes. Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unlock your power to create the life you want on this insightful episode. Vivian Tu shares bold strategies for building real wealth, while Kemi Nekvapil redefines power as an empowering dance of presence, ownership, wisdom, equality and responsibility. Hear their thought-provoking perspectives on money, equality, agency and living a truly good life. Episode Transcript You can find Vivian at: Website | Instagram | Listen to Our Full-Length Convo with Vivian You can find Kemi at: Website | Instagram | Listen to Our Full-Length Convo with Kemi Check out our offerings & partners:  My New Writing Project: Awake at the Wheel Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.