On Purpose with Jay Shetty
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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Recent Episodes
Jay Must-Listens: 3 Easy Money Habits That Will Change How You Save, Spend & Grow Your Money
Dec 10, 2025Today, we will explore one of the most emotionally charged and misunderstood topics of our time: money. Not just how to make it, but how to build a healthy, grounded, and spiritually aligned relations...
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In this comprehensive episode on money and wealth, Jay Shetty brings together insights from Scott Galloway, Jaspreet Singh, Cody Sanchez, and Lewis Howes to explore how to build financial freedom through discipline, strategic thinking, and a healthy relationship with money. The experts challenge common misconceptions about wealth-building, revealing that true financial success isn't about get-rich-quick schemes or appearing wealthy—it's about developing skills, automating savings, understanding money as a tool, and treating your relationship with money like any important relationship in your life. From practical steps like forced savings and diversified investing to deeper work around money wounds and abundance mindsets, this episode provides a roadmap for anyone ready to transform their financial future.
- The Foundation: Time Management and Forced Savings
- The American Dream Crisis and Real Estate Reality
What part of your life feels unclear right now? What direction do you secretly wish you could choose? Today, Jay is joined by astrologer and author Chani Nicholas for a deeper look at astrology be...
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Addicted to Scrolling? 3 Small Changes to STOP Feeling Drained After Scrolling Social Media
Dec 05, 2025What time of day do you scroll the most? Have you tried setting limits on your screen time? Today, Jay dives into one of the defining questions of our digital age: is the algorithm shaping who we ...
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Jay Shetty explores how social media algorithms exploit human psychology, examining both the technological mechanisms that keep us engaged and our role in creating echo chambers. Through research studies, real-world experiments, and practical solutions, he reveals that while algorithms are powerful, we still have agency to reshape our digital experience and reclaim control over our attention and mental wellbeing.
- The Algorithm's Power and Our Vulnerability
- How Algorithms Work: The Four-Step System
What idea have you been sitting on lately? What’s been holding you back from starting? Today, Jay sits down with engineer, innovator, and YouTube creator Mark Rober to explore the unexpected life ...
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Mark Rober, engineer turned YouTube creator with 72 million subscribers, shares his journey from NASA and Apple to becoming one of the most creative science communicators online. He discusses how engineering principles apply to life, the importance of embracing failure, building viral content, and using his platform to inspire millions of kids to fall in love with science. Mark also reveals his latest ambitious project: a free $55 million science curriculum, and discusses Team Seas, Team Trees, and other philanthropic initiatives.
- The Foundation: How a Mother's Encouragement Shaped a Creative Mind
- Engineering Mindset: Turning Failure Into Fuel
Roxie Nafousi: Struggle With Low Self-Worth & No Confidence? (Use This Life-Changing 3-Step Method!)
Dec 01, 2025What’s been making you doubt yourself lately? What do you think triggered that feeling? Today, Jay welcomes back his friend Roxie Nafousi to unpack what confidence actually looks and feels like, n...
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In this deeply personal episode, Roxy Nafousi, bestselling author of Manifest, discusses her new book 'Confidence: Eight Steps to Knowing Your Worth.' She opens up about her lifelong struggle with severe body dysmorphia disorder (BDD), sharing how she battled self-loathing and addiction while building her career. The conversation explores the difference between confidence and arrogance, why we seek validation, how to stop people-pleasing, and practical steps to build genuine self-worth from within.
- Defining True Confidence
- The Validation Trap and the Second Arrow
8 Simple Mindset Shifts to Feel Gratitude Even When Your Life Isn’t Where You Want it To Be
Nov 28, 2025In this episode, Jay talks about a side of gratitude we rarely acknowledge, the kind that isn’t shiny or uplifting, but the kind that helps when life feels heavy, complicated, or far from what you exp...
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In this Thanksgiving episode, Jay Shetty explores how to cultivate genuine gratitude especially during difficult times. He challenges toxic positivity and offers eight practical, science-backed strategies for developing authentic gratitude that coexists with struggle rather than denying it. The episode emphasizes that gratitude isn't about pretending everything is perfect, but about recognizing what remains valuable even when life is hard.
- Separating Gratitude from Denial
- Stop Using Gratitude to Shut Down Emotion
I Reached a Major Milestone! 8 Life-Changing Lessons I’ve Learned From Incredible Guests Along the Way
Nov 26, 2025Reaching 5 million subscribers is more than a milestone, it’s a testament to the shared journey of growth, healing, and curiosity this community has built together. In this special episode, Jay revisi...
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This episode celebrates the On Purpose podcast reaching 5 million subscribers by revisiting powerful moments from extraordinary guests. Jay Shetty shares transformative conversations with Tom Holland on sobriety, Kobe Bryant on excellence and overcoming fear, Emma Watson on self-knowledge and authentic love, Madonna on spirituality and success, Benny Blanco and Selena Gomez on mature relationships, and President Biden on family, grief, and showing up for others. Each segment offers profound insights on living with purpose, building meaningful relationships, and finding inner strength.
- Tom Holland's Journey to Sobriety and Self-Discovery
- Kobe Bryant on Mastering Fear and Mental Excellence
What do you need from a partner that you haven’t been getting? How can someone show up for you in a way that meets that need? Today, Jay sits down with renowned divorce attorney and author James S...
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Divorce attorney James Sexton, who has practiced family law for 25 years, joins Jay Shetty to share insights from his book 'How to Stay in Love.' Drawing from thousands of divorces, Sexton reveals that over 50% of marriages end in divorce, yet 86% of divorced people remarry within five years. He discusses the root causes of divorce—disconnection and feeling unseen—and offers practical wisdom on maintaining long-term relationships, including the importance of communication, vulnerability, and preventative maintenance in marriage.
- The Sobering Statistics of Marriage and What They Really Mean
- The Wedding Industrial Complex vs. The Work of Being Married
In this fun and unfiltered episode, Jay and Radhi dive into the world of “icks,” those oddly specific little turn-offs that make us cringe for reasons we can’t quite explain. From baby voices and sock...
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Jay Shetty and Radhi Devlukia dive into the phenomenon of 'icks' - those sudden turn-offs that can kill attraction in relationships. They explore common icks for both men and women, debate whether people take them too seriously, and discuss the crucial difference between superficial icks and fundamental relationship issues. The conversation is filled with humor, personal examples, and practical insights about modern dating.
- What Are Icks and Why Do They Matter
- Hilarious Icks from the Guy with the Ick List
What’s one thing you wish you learned earlier in life? What do you think would’ve changed for you if you learned it sooner? Today, Jay reflects on the lessons he wishes he’d learned in his twentie...
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Jay Shetty shares essential life lessons for people in their 20s and 30s, drawing from his own experiences and psychological research. He explores why results are overrated, how to distinguish your authentic voice from external noise, the separation between success and happiness, building genuine confidence, handling rejection, and understanding the messy reality of healing and personal growth.
- The 1% Principle: Results Are Overrated
- Don't Confuse Noise for Your Inner Voice
Emma Grede: #1 Trick Successful People Use Every Day (THIS Will Open Doors You Didn’t Know Existed!)
Nov 19, 2025What’s one habit that’s helped you succeed lately? What made you decide to stick with that habit? In this special live conversation, at The Theater at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco...
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Emma Grede, the powerhouse entrepreneur behind multiple successful businesses, joins Jay Shetty for an intimate conversation about breaking through self-doubt, redefining success as a woman in business, and building an empire without sacrificing authenticity. From her early days working in a deli to becoming a fashion mogul, Emma shares raw truths about focus, trade-offs, parenting, and why she's done apologizing for her ambitions. She also launches her new podcast 'Aspire' and gives real-time advice to an audience member with a business pitch.
- Breaking Free From Others' Opinions
- Confronting Fear and Taking Risks
Today, Jay sits down with Kris Jenner for a raw and candid conversation about her roots, family, and the incredible lessons she’s learned. Kris was raised by her mother and grandmother, two driven and...
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Kris Jenner shares intimate stories from her journey - from scraping glaze off donut shop floors to building a family empire. She opens up about raising six children with intention, the power of forgiveness, supporting loved ones through mental health struggles, and how her mother and grandmother shaped her work ethic. Throughout, she emphasizes the importance of drowning out noise, protecting your peace, and leading with love.
- Early Influences: Learning Work Ethic from Strong Women
- Building Skills Through Diverse Jobs
Today, Jay and Radhi explore the delicate balance between sharing and oversharing, both online and in everyday life. They talk about what it really means to be authentic, how to protect your energy wh...
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Jay Shetty and his wife Radhi discuss the complex dynamics of oversharing in both online and offline contexts. They explore when sharing becomes draining versus healing, the difference between vulnerability and authenticity, and how to protect your energy by being intentional about what you share, with whom, and why. The conversation covers spiritual principles about protecting ideas, the impact of others' energy on your goals, and finding peace in not needing to explain yourself to everyone.
- The Problem with Oversharing and Energy Protection
- Why We Share Too Much: False Closeness and Social Pressure
How to Move On When You Still Miss Your Ex (4 Hard Truths That Will FINALLY Set You Free)
Nov 14, 2025What truth about the relationship have you been ignoring? What makes that truth hard for you to accept? Today, Jay opens up about one of the hardest things we go through, trying to get over someon...
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Jay Shetty delivers a comprehensive guide on healing from breakups, explaining why we struggle to let go of ex-partners and providing practical strategies for moving forward. He explores the neuroscience behind attachment, debunks common myths about healing, and offers actionable steps for rebuilding your life after a relationship ends. The episode emphasizes that what we miss isn't the person themselves, but the feelings we experienced and the future we imagined with them.
- The Real Thing You Miss After a Breakup
- Why You Can't Let Go: The Science of Attachment
Gabrielle Bernstein: The Simple 4-Step Method to Heal Anxiety, Stop Overthinking, and Stop People-Pleasing for Good
Nov 12, 2025Have you been feeling anxious lately? Do you notice when your mind starts to spiral? Jay welcomes back his good friend and New York Times bestselling author Gabrielle Bernstein for a deep and insp...
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Gabrielle Bernstein, New York Times bestselling author and spiritual teacher, discusses her latest book 'Self-Help' which brings Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy into everyday life. The conversation explores how to befriend the protective parts of ourselves that create chaos, rather than shutting them down, and how accessing 'self-energy' can transform relationships, parenting, and leadership. Gabby shares practical exercises and personal stories about healing trauma, setting boundaries, and finding inner peace while maintaining ambition.
- Introduction to Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy
- The Problem with Traditional Self-Help Approaches
Do you believe the universe sends us signs? Have you ever noticed a pattern that felt meaningful? Today, Jay welcomes back psychic medium and bestselling author Laura Lynne Jackson for another hea...
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World-renowned psychic medium Laura Lynn Jackson returns to discuss her new book 'Guided,' exploring how to connect with our team of light, recognize signs from the other side, and live a guided life. The conversation delves into distinguishing intuition from mental noise, understanding our three-part team of light (God energy, spirit guides, and crossed-over loved ones), and learning to trust the guidance we receive daily. Jackson emphasizes that everyone has psychic abilities and can access this guidance without a medium.
- Understanding Your Team of Light
- The Difference Between Signs and Being Guided
Jay & Radhi Talk About Why Men Feel So Lonely
Nov 08, 2025Today, Jay and Radhi explore why it feels like so many men are losing touch with real friendships, and the quiet epidemic of loneliness that often goes unnoticed. Jay shares surprising research showin...
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Jay Shetty and Radhi Devlukia discuss the growing epidemic of male loneliness, exploring why 15% of U.S. men report having no close friends and examining the barriers men face in forming deep emotional connections. They discuss the differences between how men and women build friendships, the importance of vulnerability, and practical strategies for combating loneliness through intentional relationship-building.
- The Male Loneliness Crisis: Understanding the Statistics
- How Men and Women Build Friendships Differently
I Was Lost, Lazy, & Unmotivated — Until I Did This.
Nov 07, 2025What’s one small step you can take right now to break the cycle you’re stuck in? Today, Jay shares a simple, science-backed method to help you overcome laziness, distraction, and burnout by focu...
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This episode provides a comprehensive, step-by-step framework for overcoming laziness, finding motivation, and building lasting discipline. Jay Shetty shares personal struggles with procrastination and presents evidence-based strategies rooted in behavioral psychology, including lowering barriers to action, building rituals instead of routines, managing dopamine addiction, and creating sustainable momentum through small wins and consistency.
- The Problem: Understanding Laziness and Lost Potential
- Step One: Lower the Bar - Making Action Inevitable