On Purpose with Jay Shetty

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  • Summary

  • 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!

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Episodes
  • Do This Every Morning to Boost Energy & Stay Focused (3 Minute Habit to Kickstart Your Day)
    Apr 4 2025

    Do you have a morning routine?

    How do you usually boost your energy in the morning?

    Today, Jay explores a challenge we all face, feeling drained, exhausted, and overwhelmed. He reminds us that rest isn’t a luxury but a necessity, and pushing ourselves too hard only leads to burnout. In this episode, he shares simple yet powerful strategies to help us reclaim our energy, set better boundaries, and shift our mindset from perfectionism to progress.

    One key lesson is focusing on progress instead of perfection. Many of us wait for the “perfect” moment, but that often keeps us from starting at all. Jay also encourages us to spot and fix our energy leaks—those unnoticed habits, relationships, or activities that quietly wear us down. Whether it’s spending time with people who drain us, sitting through unnecessary meetings, or endlessly scrolling on social media, these small but consistent drains add up. By recognizing them, we can take control and protect our energy.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    How to Stop Feeling Drained and Reclaim Your Energy

    How to Focus on Progress Instead of Perfection

    How to Set Boundaries to Protect Your Time and Energy

    How to Make Rest a Priority (and Why It’s Productive)

    How to Structure Your Day Around Your Peak Energy Hours

    Feeling drained and overwhelmed doesn’t have to be your norm. You have the power to take back your energy, set boundaries, and create a life that feels balanced and fulfilling.

    With Love and Gratitude,

    Jay Shetty

    What We Discuss:

    00:00 Intro

    01:37 How to Break Free from Feeling Drained

    02:32 #1: Focus on Progress and Process not Perfection

    05:39 #2: The Energy Leaks Principle

    12:56 #3: The Boundaries for Energy Principle

    14:15 #4: The ‘Rest is Productive’ Principle

    16:55 #5: The Art of Saying NO Principle

    18:40 #6: The Small Wins Principle

    20:12 How to Manage Your Energy Daily

    22:43 Setting the Right Tone for the Day

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    30 mins
  • Jay’s Must Listens: What Every Parent Needs to Hear Right Now—How to Raise Confident & Emotionally Strong Kids (Ft. Dr. Amen & Kim Kardashian)
    Apr 2 2025

    What’s the hardest part about being a parent?

    How do you balance discipline and love while navigating the ever-evolving complexities of raising children?

    In this special compilation episode, we explore the meaningful lessons, struggles, and joys of parenting. Jay Shetty and his guests share wisdom on how to nurture strong family bonds, create a positive environment for growth, and raise children with confidence and resilience.

    From setting healthy boundaries to leading with love and patience, each guest offers practical insights that will help parents navigate the ups and downs of raising children. Whether you're a new parent, an experienced caregiver, or just seeking a deeper understanding of parent-child relationships, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    How to Build Deep, Lasting Connections with Your Kids

    The Importance of Setting Healthy Boundaries in Parenting

    How to Lead with Love While Teaching Discipline

    Ways to Foster Emotional Resilience in Children

    The Power of Modeling the Behavior You Want to See

    Parenting is both one of life’s greatest responsibilities and its most rewarding joys. By approaching the journey with intention, patience, and love, you lay the foundation for a strong and thriving family

    With Love and Gratitude,

    Jay Shetty

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    What We Discuss:

    00:00 Intro

    01:13 Is Discipline About Punishment or Teaching?

    11:06 Are You Spending Enough Uninterrupted Time With Your Kids?

    19:27 How To Overcome and Find Balance Between Career and Family

    26:03 Teaching Your Kids Resilience and Self-Worth

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    33 mins
  • David Blaine: I Nearly Died Doing This (How to Conquer Fear and Push Your Limits)
    Mar 31 2025

    What’s a fear you want to overcome?

    How do you stay calm under pressure?

    What if the only limits you had were the ones you refused to break? Today, in this spellbinding episode, world-renowned illusionist, endurance artist, and master of the impossible, David Blaine, sits down for a deep and insightful conversation that goes far beyond magic. Known for his jaw-dropping stunts, being buried alive, standing encased in ice for days, and holding his breath underwater for over 17 minutes, David has captivated audiences worldwide. But behind the spectacle lies a profound philosophy of discipline, resilience, and the boundless potential of the human mind.

    Jay and David explore what drives someone to willingly push themselves to their absolute limits, both physically and mentally. David opens up about his mindset, revealing how he prepares for extreme feats that defy human expectations. He explains the power of visualization, breathwork, and sheer willpower in overcoming pain, fear, and doubt. But this conversation isn’t just about physical endurance, it’s about the mental and emotional strength required to navigate life’s greatest challenges. David shares personal stories of setbacks and perseverance, showing that even in moments of failure, there is wisdom to be gained.

    In this interview, you'll learn:

    How to Train Your Mind to Overcome Fear

    How to Build Unbreakable Mental Resilience

    How to Use Breathwork to Enhance Endurance

    How to Stay Calm Under Extreme Pressure

    How to Push Past Your Physical Limits

    How to Cultivate Childlike Curiosity for Creativity

    How to Reframe Failure as a Stepping Stone

    No matter what obstacles stand in your way, remember: you are stronger than you think, and capable of more than you realize. Believe in yourself, stay curious, and never stop challenging what’s possible.

    With Love and Gratitude,

    Jay Shetty

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    Join Jay for his first ever, On Purpose Live Tour! Tickets are on sale now. Hope to see you there!

    What We Discuss:

    00:00 Intro

    01:41 The Subway Trick that Started It All

    04:39 Lessons from the Above the Below

    09:10 What Happens When You Don’t Feel Hunger

    11:34 Pushing the Body Beyond Its Limit

    17:25 The Capabilities of the Human Body

    22:52 The Knife Stunt

    26:25 The Bullet-Catch Trick

    30:12 Break Free from Your Comfort Zone

    32:27 Push the Boundaries of Your Growth

    34:41 Some Stunts are Just Too Dangerous

    41:46 Pushing Yourself Without Risking Your Life

    45:04 Failure Leads to Continuous Learning

    47:26 The Riskiest Illusion

    49:29 Processing the Pain of Grief

    53:32 Everything is About Perspective

    57:14 Open Up Your Mind with Books

    01:01:24 Every Person is Unique

    01:03:06 The Bridge Jump, Anything is Possible

    01:09:13 David on Final Five

    Episode Resources:

    David Blaine | Website

    David Blaine | YouTube

    David Blaine | Instagram

    David Blaine | Facebook

    David Blaine | X

    David Blaine Do Not Attempt

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    1 hr and 14 mins

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love listening

informative and educational. thank you Jay your podcasts help me look at life's situations in totally different ways, focusing on the positive and possibility of every situation.

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wow!

This was incredible and inspirational. So many things to write taken to my own life.

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One of the best podcasts on the internet

Jay is phenomenal and brings some really amazing topics and guests. 10/10 don’t sleep on this

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Positive, Educational, and Entertaining!

If you want to revolutionize your life take a listen. I have found Jay's delivery in all media forms to be entertaining as well as extremely beneficial in my life, Highly recommend the podcast and book.

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Monk wisdom for the modern world

Jay is one of those people that you can tell quickly was sent to this world for a reason. he's a former Monk and brings so much ancient wisdom to modern scenarios, has a variety of engaging guests and topics, and you can increase your mindfulness just by listening to this podcast.

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You Rock

Simply, you are an amazing person with such a kind soul. Your purpose brings so much depth to my life.

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Improve intimacy and save love and relationships

I love it very much and I can re-listen to this as a healthy reminder. There's so much I have learned from this that I wished I was conscious of before in my relationship. It was beautiful information and listening to it.

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A podcast that adds value to your life.

I've been listening to On Purpose for over a year consistently, it is my Monday pick me up before work. It's always very motivating and it reminds me that I don't need to scare and stress about Monday, instead, it's a new opportunity to do what I want.

I've also follow Jay's meditation on YouTube and there's a funny experience I 'd like to share. Recently, I've taken a free dive class to experience something new. In order to calm my breath, the first thing that came to my mind was Jay' s voice saying " Calm, Balance & Peace" with the same amount of pauses he always said it, that boosted my courage to dive down into the ocean, to experience the unknown, it was wonderful.

Thank you again for the work that you've done.

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will Smith and gita summary is the best!

I loved this episode with Jay and Will. Extremely entertaining ,enlightening, and emotionally intelligent.
The learning of gita through the jay and will should be a series to truly be considered. please take this as a positive suggestion that will help millions.

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Powerful messages everyone should hear!

Take notes, I will be listening again to absorb the messages further! Thank you for your influence, and sharing your knowledge as well as life experiences. Thoughts of an astonishing and beautiful mind!

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