On Purpose with Jay Shetty

In this deeply personal conversation, Jay and Millie Bobby Brown talk about the process of discovering who she is outside of finding immense fame at a young age. She opens up about the isolation of growing up in the spotlight, the impact of shaving her head as a child, and the three-month long anxiety spiral that led her to Kyoto, Japan. She also reflects on what parenthood means to her, and we learn more about the moment she found out she was becoming a mother. Jay discovers the daily techniques Millie uses to manage her anxiety, and dives into how her and her husband Jake built a strong foundation for their marriage.

In this episode you'll learn:

How to Build Confidence Outside of External Opinions

How to Manage Anxiety and Panic Attacks in High Pressure Moments

How to Build a Strong Foundation in Relationships

How to Set Healthy Boundaries with Social Media

How to Build and Maintain Loyal, Honest Friendships

How to Approach Adoption and Building a Family

How to Raise Children Deeply Rooted in Confidence

This episode is for everyone who needs a reminder that no matter how hard the world gets, you are the creator of your own story. Protecting your peace and your time with loved ones is never selfish, it’s restorative. Knowing yourself before anyone tells you who you are will keep you rooted in the calmness of the present moment.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:49:00 What 11-Year Millie Would Think Of Her Now

00:01:39 Why She Shaved Her Head at 10

00:03:55 The Role She Most Identifies With

00:05:43 The Unbreakable Bond with Her Mom

00:06:40 Why Millie Wanted to Be a Mom

00:07:40 Sneaking Out to Get Her 11 Tattoo

00:10:57 How Motherhood Changed Her Forever

00:12:32 This Perspective Shift Changed Her Life

00:13:37 Writing Wedding Vows for a Whole Year

00:16:16 Why Adoption Was Always Part of Her Plan

00:19:08 The Moment She Became a Mom…

00:21:15 Important Lesson From Her Parents

00:23:31 Being A Big Sister

00:24:56 Addressing the “Trad Wife” Assumptions

00:26:07 Being Young In The Spotlight

00:26:16 Her Epiphany After Public Criticism

00:29:16 How to Accept Your True Self

00:32:17 Millie’s Favourite “Rappers”

00:33:13 Why She Quit Social Media Cold Turkey

00:34:52 Healing Her Worst (3 Month) Panic Attack

00:35:38 Living With Health Anxiety and Triggers

00:35:59 Finding Peace In Kyoto, Japan with Monks

00:36:46 Her Go-To Techniques for Anxiety

00:38:52 How She Discovered Her Health Anxiety

00:41:11 A Crazy Encounter Turned Nightmare

00:42:50 Mediation With A Monk

00:44:24 Being Open To Divine Intervention

00:46:15 Her Go-To Techniques for Anxiety

00:49:44 Building a Strong Foundation with Jake

00:53:08 What Jake Understands And What Others Miss

00:55:42 What Millie Values Most In Friendships

00:56:53 Watching Jake Become a Dad

00:59:41 Ignoring The Public Noise, Together

01:03:19 Scrutinizing Women In The Public Eye

01:06:44 The Advice She Gives Young Stars

01:08:54 Millie’s Mentors Growing Up

01:10:05 #1 Belief She Stands For, No Matter What

01:12:03 The Jake Game!

01:16:27 Millie On Final Five
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Sometimes the greatest act of growth isn't beginning again, it's having the courage to let go. Jay explores why we hold onto relationships, careers, identities, and expectations that no longer serve us, revealing the psychology behind change and offering practical ways to move forward without losing yourself. If a chapter of your life feels complete, this conversation is an invitation to honor what it gave you, release it with gratitude, and trust that what's ahead can hold even more meaning.

In this episode you'll learn:

How to Start Over Confidently

How to Release Old Identities

How to Stop Living Backwards

How to Take Worthwhile Risks

How to Embrace Life's Next Chapter

How to Outgrow Without Regret

How to Trust Uncertain Beginnings

Growth rarely begins with certainty, it begins with honesty. Trust that every ending can make space for something more aligned, and that the parts of you worth keeping will always come with you.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:14 Why Letting Go Feels So Hard

02:30 Why We Hold On Too Long

07:28 How to Redefine Your Identity

12:48 How to Know a Risk Is Worth It

16:40 Develop Psychological Flexibility

19:31 How to Let Go Without Bitterness

22:46 Starting Over Isn't the Hard Part

25:41 Three Questions to Ask Yourself
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Across memorable conversations with guests including Selena Gomez, Kevin Hart, Kim Kardashian, Madonna, Kobe Bryant, Tom Holland, Emma Watson, and Mel Robbins, this special collection brings together some of the most powerful lessons ever shared on the show. From love and purpose to resilience, fame, friendship, and self-discovery, each story offers a different perspective on what it means to live with intention. Together, they reveal that the most meaningful transformations rarely come from one defining moment, but from the wisdom we gather along the way.
In this episode you'll learn:
How to Build Lasting Love
How to Communicate Without Fighting
How to Let Go of External Validation
How to Trust Your Partner
How to Overcome Fear Faster
How to Find Real Happiness
How to Break Free From Ego
How to Build Strong Friendships
How to Live With Purpose
How to Grow Through Adversity
Whether you're healing, chasing a dream, strengthening a relationship, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, remember that lasting change is built through small moments of courage, honesty, and intention.
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Jay Shetty.
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
01:25 Make Your Partner's Day Better
04:06 How to Have Better Conversations
10:11 Fame Is the Biggest Drug
12:25 Appreciate Life Before It's Too Late
17:15 Nothing Lasts Forever
20:10 Grow Through Every Experience
22:09 Why We Lost Inner Peace
24:04 The Power of Third Spaces
25:50 Make Time to Study
29:08 It's Normal to Outgrow Friendships
31:22 Growing Up as Hermione Granger
33:48 The Power of Being Still
35:54 Get Over Yourself
37:29 The Power of Playing the Long Game
39:10 Choosing Gratitude Over Comparison
40:03 Knowing When to Step Away
41:17 Escaping the Version of Yourself You Created
43:11 The Wake-Up Call That Changed My Life
47:45 What Sobriety Gave Me
49:05 Three Pillars of Friendship
53:55 What Makes Someone a Great Partner
56:10 The Relationship Mistake Most People Make
57:37 What is Your Conflict Style?
01:01:34 The Conversation Every Couple Needs to Have
01:06:38 What Manifestation Really Means
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Success isn't always about having the best idea, it's about moving before fear, perfectionism, or conventional thinking slow you down. In this conversation, Jay sits down with entrepreneur and investor Lucy Guo to explore why execution beats overthinking, how meaningful relationships create lasting opportunities, and why optimizing for learning often matters more than optimizing for certainty. Together, they unpack a refreshingly honest perspective on ambition, wealth, risk, and building a life that's driven by curiosity rather than validation.
In this episode you'll learn:
How to Build Valuable Connections
How to Escape Decision Paralysis
How to Find Better Business Ideas
How to Take Smarter Risks
How to Make Success Sustainable
Success isn't reserved for the people with the perfect plan, the perfect timing, or all the right answers. It's built through small decisions to keep learning, take thoughtful risks, and move forward even when the path isn't completely clear.
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Jay Shetty
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
01:11 Is College Still Worth It?
04:01 The Ambitious Mindset Trap
05:36 Why Go Against the Grain
06:00 Believe in Your Vision
07:15 Change Your Life at 22
10:42 Where Young People Waste Time
11:38 Can Anyone Be an Entrepreneur?
12:09 Build Before You Quit
14:05 Where Great Ideas Come From
14:59 Stop Wasting Time on This
17:07 The Perfectionism Trap
17:45 Good Risk vs. Bad Risk
20:30 Your Network Is Your Net Worth
21:50 Rethink Your Passion
25:30 Self-Worth vs. Net Worth
26:43 Handling Rejection and Failure
27:17 What Money Really Changes
28:55 The Power of No Frameworks
31:11 Think Beyond the Rules
33:09 Hire the Right People
34:20 Why Success Complicates Dating
35:56 Success and Modern Relationships
36:50 Using AI to Hire Better
38:05 Which Jobs AI May Replace
38:56 The Biggest AI Misconception
39:40 AI Won't Replace This
40:44 Make AI Work for You
43:05 The Joy of Building
44:33 Becoming a Self-Made Billionaire
45:08 Advice for Future Founders
46:48 Lessons From Parenting
48:11 Lucy on Final Five
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What if we've been thinking about mental illness all wrong? Harvard psychiatrist Dr. Chris Palmer argues that conditions like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia may be rooted in metabolic dysfunction, not just genetics or trauma. Drawing on decades of clinical research, he explains which chemical additives may be harming our brains, why ketogenic diets are showing remarkable promise for severe mental illness, and why recovery is about far more than willpower. Chris also opens up to Jay about the deeply personal story of his mother that inspired him to pursue psychiatry, and why, despite the growing mental health crisis, he remains genuinely hopeful for the next generation.
In this episode you'll learn:
How to Recognize the Connection Between Diet & Mental Health
How to Notice Warning Signs of Metabolic Dysfunction
How to Support Loved Ones Through a Mental Health Crisis
How to Become More Resilient with Self-Care
How to Turn Personal Pain Into Purpose
How to Use Fasting & Ketogenic Diets Safely
How to Talk to Kids About Nutrition & Brain Health
Healing rarely comes from one single fix. Instead it comes from understanding the whole person: body, brain, and everything we feed both. Sometimes the most radical form of self-love is simply asking what’s going into your body, and why?
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Jay Shetty
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
00:22 The Chronic Disease Epidemic
01:54 The Link Between Mental Health and Diet
05:17 What Metabolism Really Means
07:57 The Shocking Chemicals Added to Food
09:55 Why Is The Food System In America So Harmful?
14:45 The Impact of Ultra Processed Foods on Mental Health
16:29 Why Your Brain Actually Needs Certain Foods
17:21 Brain Fog, Depression, Anxiety & Burnout
18:46 Building Mental Resilience
21:48 Self Care Will Improve Your Brain Functioning
23:57 The “Make America Healthy Again” Movement
25:25 The Next Era of Healthcare in America
27:45 A Healthy vs Unhealthy Metabolism
28:30 Warning Signs From Your Metabolism
29:13 93% of Americans Have Abnormal Biomarkers
30:00 6 Steps For Healing Your Metabolism
31:11 The Truth About Alcohol, Weed & Vaping
35:46 Exercise Doesn't Have to Be Extreme to be Effective
36:30 Stop Looking at Screens All Day!
37:10 Why No Single Diet Works for Everyone
38:45 The Power of Eating More Whole Foods
39:45 Do You Know What Your Body Needs?
40:20 What Are Nutrient Dense Foods?
41:17 Why Some People Are Metabolically Compromised
42:22 Dietary Intervention
44:00 The Ancient Power of Fasting
46:17 Why Bipolar Diagnoses Are Rising
50:08 When Medication Isn't Enough
51:24 How a Ketogenic Diet Can Impact Bipolar Disorder
53:06 The History of The Ketogenic Diet (It’s Not What You Think)
54:50 How The Ketogenic Diet Can Stop Seizures
56:20 The Power of Healing
57:47 The Unexpected Grief of Getting Better
59:05 A Life Dedicated to Psychiatry
1:04:15 Keeping a Healthy Dose of Skepticism
1:05:30 Rethinking New Treatments
1:06:55 Advice for Concerned Parents
1:07:31 What Are Epigenetics?
1:11:23 The Worst Chemicals For Brain Health
1:13:30 This Is An Ethics Issue…
1:14:09 Which Chemicals Cause Generational Anxiety?
1:18:20 Dr. Chris Palmer on Final Five
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Read | Brain Energy
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