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In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel gets deep with wellness expert and 3-time New York Times best-selling author Kimberly Snyder about the ancient and scientific significance of the heart. They explore the concept of 'heart coherence,' which connects the heart, brain, and nervous system. Kimberly shares insights from her new book, personal anecdotes and practical tips for nurturing this coherence through diet, meditation, and lifestyle practices. Dive into the transformative power of the heart, in her newest book "The Hidden Power of the Five Hearts" comes out September 17th.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Ancient Cultures and the Heart01:30 The Healing Power of Hawaii03:37 Journey to Wellness and Spirituality07:09 Understanding Heart Coherence09:48 Scientific Insights and Heart Stages28:07 Practical Tips for Heart Coherence32:37 Heart-Focused Breathing Exercise33:51 Generating Appreciation35:45 Sustaining Heart Coherence38:12 Understandi

In this episode of the Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel shares about the process of directing her first short film. She discusses the importance of finding mentors and collaborating with people who complement your skills. Rachel also delves into overcoming imposter syndrome, leveraging transferable skills, and the significance of taking incremental steps toward your goals. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, Rachel inspires listeners to step out of their comfort zones and pursue their dreams, despite the fear and challenges they may face.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 The Magic of Finding the Right People01:47 Starting Something New02:20 The Journey of Making a Short Film05:50 Research and Learning12:55 Finding the Right People and Transferable Skills27:01 Navigating the Industry35:52 The Power of Calling Your Shot44:46 Conclusion and EncouragementHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline a

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel delves deep into the concept of the Law of Attraction and how our focus on certain thoughts can shape our life experiences. She answers listener questions, offering advice on  managing comparisons with others, and maintaining a positive outlook despite challenges.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Introduction to Obsessive Thoughts and Trauma01:04 Welcome to the Rachel Hollis Podcast01:44 Back to School Chaos03:36 Navigating New School Dynamics06:22 Ask Rach: The Law of Attraction08:29 Crystal's Question on Hormones and Spirituality10:02 Understanding the Law of Attraction13:55 The Impact of Focus and Intention25:12 Frozen Chicken Patties: A Quick Fix for Dinner26:04 Embracing Imperfection: Allowing Yourself a Break27:47 The Start Today Journal: A Tool for Positivity29:28 Navigating Stepmotherhood and Fertility Challenges33:25 Finding Peace and Abundance in Difficult Times50:06 Conclusion and Final Thought

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel speaks with David Yeager, a developmental psychology professor at UT Austin, about his new book "10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People". They explore societal narratives about adolescence, the developmental importance of seeking status and respect, and effective communication strategies for parents. David shares practical tools for fostering healthy and open communication with teenagers, emphasizing long-term relationship building over immediate disciplinary action.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Introduction: Challenging Youth Stereotypes01:36 Meet the Expert: David Yeager03:22 Parenting Teenagers: Building Trust07:09 Navigating Teen Social Dynamics13:17 Effective Communication Strategies20:54 The Truth Campaign: A Case Study28:06 Impact of Anti-Smoking Campaigns29:04 Introduction to Start Today Journal30:16 Discussing the Book: 10 to 2531:34 Understanding Teen Motivation39:41 Aligning Value

This Episode Originally Aired - September 8, 2022In this episode, Rachel Hollis delves into the misconceptions around confidence and insecurity. She emphasizes that true confidence isn’t knowing everything will work out, but trusting oneself even if it doesn’t.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Understanding Confidence: A Misconception00:50 Introduction and Book Recommendation01:26 Exploring Internal Family Systems05:52 Tour Preparation and Confidence12:49 Signs of Insecurity: An Overview14:21 Sign 1: Not Even Trying25:20 Sign 2: Poor Boundaries27:34 Empathy and Boundaries28:31 Perfectionism and Conditional Self-Esteem31:17 Drama and Control37:14 Clinginess and Insecurity42:15 Physical Manifestations of Insecurity50:50 Empowerment and Taking ActionHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Watch

This Episode Originally Aired - June 14, 2023In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel discusses the importance of having a clear vision of your future self and how it guides your current decisions. She delves into the concept of misalignment and its impact on making choices that benefit the future you.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Introduction to Future Self Alignment00:54 Welcome to the Rachel Hollis Podcast05:30 Reigniting Passion for Your Future Self08:59 The Importance of Vision and Goals16:32 Avoiding Numbing Behaviors27:31 The Power of Pain as Motivation28:48 Numbing Techniques and Their Consequences31:36 The Path to Your Dream Life32:49 The Dangers of Distraction36:27 Aligning with Your Future Self40:48 Personal Development Journey45:05 Manifesting Your Future52:33 Final Thoughts and EncouragementHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626S

In this episode of the Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel shares personal anecdotes and offers heartfelt advice on navigating difficult situations, maintaining friendships, and the importance of showing up for loved ones. She answers listener questions on topics like the psychological and financial aspects of pursuing higher education, the best cookware for a healthy lifestyle, how to be a supporting partner during tough times, and starting over professionally after a life setback.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 The Pain of Losing Friends During Hard Times00:55 Welcome to the Rachel Hollis Podcast01:35 Introducing Ask Rach: Your Questions Answered03:36 Navigating College and Career Choices14:17 Choosing the Right Cookware for a Healthy Lifestyle21:39 Dealing with Overwhelming Life Challenges23:33 Coping with Trauma and Authenticity25:39 Grounding Techniques for Stressful Situations28:06 Supporting Your Partner Through Hard Times36:23 Starting Over at 40: Advic

This Episode Originally Aired - March 16, 2023In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel dives into the topic of completing daunting projects by drawing from her personal experiences. She emphasizes the importance of staying true to your vision, tapping into the original excitement and motivation behind your idea, and setting a challenging yet achievable deadline.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Introduction: Embrace Your Unique Vision01:41 Finding Inspiration for Podcast Topics02:48 The Struggle of Finishing Big Projects05:13 Overcoming Procrastination and Distractions07:26 Embracing the Suck: Pushing Through Challenges11:39 The Power of Visualization and Emotional Connection21:03 Setting Deadlines and Accountability26:15 Setting Deadlines and Accountability26:45 The Importance of Planning27:52 Big Ass Chunking vs. Bite-Sized Pieces30:40 Launching a Social Media Project34:25 Eliminating Distractions37:58 Surrounding Yourself with High Achievers4

This Episode originally Aired - September 12, 2023In this episode of The Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel delves into the concept of belief and its profound impact on achieving goals and personal transformation. Through personal anecdotes, including her own experiences and conversations with friends, Rachel illustrates how core beliefs shape our actions and outcomes.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Introduction: The Power of Belief01:38 Today's Topic: Belief in Yourself01:53 Concert Experience: A Personal Story03:42 The Importance of Belief: Conversations with Friends05:11 Understanding Belief: A Deeper Dive19:33 Expectancy Theory: How Beliefs Shape Reality23:48 The Power of Mindset: Real-Life Examples27:55 The Journey to Better Health: A Friend's Transformation36:03 Common Beliefs: Women's Health Journeys41:05 Conclusion: You Deserve a Good LifeHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicem

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel interviews psychiatrist Dr. Chris Palmer from Harvard Medical School and McLean Hospital about the intersection of metabolism and mental health. They discuss the groundbreaking concept that mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression might actually be metabolic disorders affecting the brain. Dr Palmer has been studying the use of the medical ketogenic diet as a path of treatment. Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Introduction: Finding Personalized Solutions01:45 Meet Chris Palmer: Psychiatrist and Researcher02:44 Traditional Psychiatry vs. New Perspectives08:06 The Metabolic Theory of Mental Disorders16:09 Global Trends in Mental Health and Metabolic Disorders20:37 The Ketogenic Diet: A Revolutionary Treatment28:47 Personal Journey and Early Discoveries29:50 Personal Mental Health Transformation30:22 Controversy and Reluctance to Share30:57 Moral Obligation to Share31:32 Nutri

In this episode of Ask Rach, Rachel discusses the complexities of deciding whether to have more children, emphasizing the importance of personal fulfillment and the impact on women's careers. She addresses a listener's dilemma about motherhood and provides insights into making heartfelt decisions devoid of regrets. Rachel also explores coping strategies for dealing with negative family members, specifically focusing on maintaining personal sanity and emotional well-being.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Breaking Generational Cycles01:06 Welcome to the Rachel Hollis Podcast01:39 Ask Rach: Motherhood and Regret04:49 The Realities of Parenting07:46 Deciding to Have Another Child16:05 Balancing Dreams and Family21:14 Navigating Negative Family Dynamics40:51 Final Thoughts and FarewellHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: http

This week on The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Cheryl Hines joins Rach to discuss her serendipitous journey into acting, including her breakthrough role as Larry David's wife on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' and her newest entrepreneurial venture ‘Hines+Young'. Listen wherever you get your podcasts!Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 The Unexpected Call from Larry01:33 Cheryl's Early Life and Acting Aspirations02:00 The Journey to New York and College Decisions04:31 Moving to LA and the Struggles of an Aspiring Actor06:58 The Importance of Validation and Overcoming Rejection11:45 Cheryl's DJ Experience and Pushing Through Fear15:38 The Long Road to Becoming a Working Actor20:32 Landing the Role on Curb Your Enthusiasm30:29 The Improvisational Genius of Larry David36:10 Starting a New Venture with Her Daughter36:47 Leaving the Nest: A Mother's Perspective37:34 Creating Fragrances: A Passion Project39:13 Challenges of Ethical Production40:55 Launching the Product Line42:16

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis show, Rach shares some exciting news. She’s directing her first short film! She talks about the detailed process of writing and revising her screenplay, her initial hesitation about directing, the extensive research she undertook, and the resourcefulness needed to assemble a talented crew on a tight budget and timeline. She ends by encouraging listeners to pursue their dreams and expresses gratitude for the opportunity to try something new.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Introduction and Gratitude00:29 The Big Reveal: Making a Short Film04:46 The Journey of Writing a Screenplay06:48 Deciding to Direct08:48 Learning the Craft of Directing12:38 The Challenges of Producing a Short Film20:27 Building the Team and Casting33:27 Final Preparations and Reflections41:05 Encouragement and ConclusionHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737)

This Episode Originally Aired - August 25, 2020Today's throwback episode Rachel hosts Professor Martha S Jones, author and researcher at Johns Hopkins, to talk about the history of the 19th Amendment, and how the stories we tell ourselves about our families and our histories shape the way we move through the world. It's an important conversation to have - especially in this moment when we're remembering the 104th anniversary of the 19th amendment to the US Constitution. We hope you'll join Professor Jones and Rach as they dive into the legacy of Black suffragettes and the power each of us wield as guardians of our own stories.If you enjoyed this conversation you MUST go follow Professor Jones on Instagram: instagram.com/marthasjones/ AND order her book VANGUARD here -> https://bookshop.org/books/vanguard-how-black-women-broke-barriers-won-the-vote-and-insisted-on-equality-for-all/9781541618619Remember listeners: your voice matters because YOU matter. You can check if you're registered to vote by searching you

In this episode of Ask Rach, Rachel talks about the benefits of therapy (gotta find the right therapist!) and shares personal stories of how therapy helped her deal with trauma. Another listener question leads to a discussion on authenticity and embracing one's personality. What is the balance between true self-expression and social etiquette? Finally, she discusses how to recognize healthy versus unhealthy relationships by understanding bodily responses.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Introduction: Ignoring Our Body's Signals01:43 Therapy and Its Benefits04:12 Finding the Right Therapist08:26 Personal Therapy Experiences17:29 Listener Question: Tiffany Haddish's Authenticity18:59 Navigating Creative Authenticity28:03 Listener Question: Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships41:44 Conclusion: Trusting Your Body's Wisdom Have a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626S

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Dr Andrew Weil joins Rachel to discuss his specialty of integrative medicine. He is a world-renowned leader and pioneer in the field combining a Harvard education and a lifetime of practicing natural and preventive medicine. They discuss the body's innate ability to self-heal, the limitations and risks of conventional pharmaceuticals, and how natural medicines and lifestyle choices can make all the difference. He is the founder and director of the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona and a New York Times best-selling author.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Unlocking the Body's Healing Potential01:55 The Power of Integrative Medicine02:30 Lifestyle Changes Over Medication03:53 Breathing Techniques for Anxiety05:35 A Journey into Integrative Medicine10:12 The Role of Psychedelics in Healing13:52 Challenges in Modern Medicine22:22 The Intelligence of the Body25:06 Introduction

In this episode of the Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel discusses all of the typical excuses people use to avoid pursuing their dreams and encourages listeners to push through these excuses and keep fighting to stay committed to their goals. She shares personal anecdotes about spraining her ankle, the return of her hair extensions, attending a noteworthy event by director Ava DuVernay and finalizing her new book. Throughout, Rachel offers listeners motivational insights, personal stories, and practical advice on overcoming life’s hurdles.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Introduction: Overcoming Excuses01:22 Meet Rachel: Life Updates and Personal Stories02:42 Ankle Injury and Reflections07:22 Hair Extensions and Personal Confidence14:15 Ava DuVernay and the Array Event22:26 Hormones and Health Challenges24:46 The Start Today Journal25:57 Final Edits and Book Insights31:08 Pushing Through Resistance39:09 Conclusion: Keep Moving Forward Have a question you want

This episode originally aired - July 26, 2022In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel is joined by guest Sonia Choquette to delve into the concepts of vibrational communication, inner guidance, and spiritual intuitionGet the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Introduction to Vibrational Communication01:22 Discovering Spiritual Guides02:36 A Story of Survival and Inner Guidance05:59 Growing Up with Spiritual Teachings08:46 Listening Beyond Words11:01 Practical Techniques for Inner Listening19:51 Naming and Taming Your Ego23:31 Exploring Personal Guidance33:49 Finding New Energy and Guidance34:51 Recognizing and Trusting Your Vibes37:20 Empowering Yourself Through Vibrational Awareness45:02 Protecting Your Energy from Negative Influences50:05 Manifesting the Life of Your Dreams56:13 Practical Tools for Raising Your Vibration01:01:19 Asking for Help and Noticing Miracles01:05:39 Resources and Final Thoughts Have a question you want Rach to answer? An idea

In this episode of Ask Rach on The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel responds to listener voicemails, offering advice on public speaking, spirituality, career struggles, and self-advocacy. She dives into the importance of leveraging transferable skills, getting out of your comfort zone, and focusing on positive impact.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Introduction: Embracing Transferable Skills01:04 Welcome to the Rachel Hollis Podcast01:39 Ask Rach: Answering Your Questions03:00 Question 1: Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking11:04 The Power of Small Actions17:39 Question 2: Balancing Spirituality and Reality20:24 The Misuse of Spirituality22:03 Personal Spiritual Journey24:16 Evaluating Spiritual Practices26:13 Introduction to Start Today Journal28:44 Navigating Career Decisions32:12 Advocating for Yourself at Work41:12 Reflecting on Early Career Experiences43:13 Conclusion and Farewell Have a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Ca

In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rach speaks with Jessica McCabe, creator of the YouTube channel 'How to ADHD.' Jessica shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with ADHD, common misconceptions, and practical strategies for both those struggling with ADHD and those that love and live with them. Her YouTube channel has become a treasure trove of scientifically backed and experientially affirming information on how people with ADHD might work with their brains in a world not built for them.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Understanding ADHD Misconceptions01:42 Meet Jessica McCabe: A Personal Journey04:34 The Reality of Living with ADHD12:12 Effective ADHD Management Strategies14:42 Time Management Techniques for ADHD21:15 ADHD in Children: Parental Insights23:13 Understanding ADHD and Stimulation Needs24:36 Introduction to the Start Today Journal25:44 Behavioral Strategies for Kids with ADHD28:55 Challenges of Parenting with ADHD30:39 Pos