How do you know if someone’s really right for you?

Has there ever been a time you thought someone was right for you but turned out wrong?

Today, Jay brings together four of today’s most insightful voices on love and relationships, Vanessa Van Edwards, Jillian Turecki, Sadia Khan, and Lori Gottlieb, for a deep and honest look at what it really takes to find meaningful connection in the modern world. They share how our signals, habits, and self-perception shape our experiences in dating far more than luck or timing ever could. Vanessa breaks down the subtle science of attraction, and why confidence and openness often matter more than appearance. Jillian helps us face our fear of rejection, reminding us that love isn’t about finding “the one,” but about choosing and growing with someone intentionally.

Sadia and Lori take us deeper, showing how self-esteem, honesty, and emotional maturity determine who we allow into our lives. Sadia challenges the patterns that keep us stuck with the wrong people, while Lori highlights the courage it takes to speak our truth and set boundaries early on. Together, their insights form a roadmap for dating that feels healthy, grounded, and real.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Build Confidence Through Body Language

How to Date Without Burning Out

How to Overcome the Fear of Rejection

How to Choose the Right Person, Not the Perfect One

How to Stop Choosing Emotionally Unavailable People

How to Be Honest About What You Want in Love

Love isn’t something that happens by accident, it’s something you learn to create with intention. Every experience, whether it leads to a spark or a lesson, brings you closer to understanding what you truly need and deserve.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty.

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:50 The Flirtation Signals You’re Missing

09:19 The Three Biggest Dating Mistakes

13:32 Rejection is Like a Muscle

16:37 You Shouldn’t Rush Real Love

21:17 The Fear of the Unknown in Relationships

22:22 Who You Give Your Energy To Shapes Your Love Life

24:29 Why Are We Drawn to Emotionally Unavailable People?

26:01 The Real Reason You’re Struggling to Find a Partner

27:49 Are Your Standards Too High?

29:16 Is It Ever Okay to Ghost?

30:52 The Power of Being Honest About What You Want

32:47 Your Present Habits Reveal Your Relationship’s Future

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Do you believe the brain can be trained to manifest?

Do you think it’s more about mindset or action?

Today, Jay sits down with neuroscientist and creator Emily McDonald to explore how rewiring your brain can transform every area of your life. Emily shares how understanding the science behind your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors can help you break free from cycles of fear, self-doubt, and procrastination. She explains that the brain’s natural instinct is to keep you safe, not help you grow, which is why so many people feel stuck even when they’re trying to move forward. Through relatable examples and neuroscience-backed tools, Emily reveals how awareness, intention, and identity shifts can create real and lasting change.

Jay and Emily dive into the psychology of motivation, discussing why we often delay the things we care about most and how “cheap dopamine” from social media and instant gratification keeps us from deeper fulfillment. Emily explains how to retrain your brain to crave long-term rewards, not quick hits of pleasure, and how to use self-compassion and small wins to build momentum. Together, she and Jay unpack the science of manifestation, why it’s not about wishing for things to happen but about wiring your brain to become a match for the life you want.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Rewire Your Brain for Change

How to Break Free from Feeling Stuck

How to Overcome Fear of Success

How to Stop Relying on Cheap Dopamine

How to Build Motivation Through Self-Reward

How to Attract Healthy Love by Becoming a Match for It

True transformation doesn’t happen overnight, it begins the moment you decide to understand yourself more deeply. When you learn how your mind works, you realize that every setback, fear, and doubt isn’t a failure, it’s simply your brain trying to protect you.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:00 Relationships Begin with Intention

02:39 When Your Identity Keeps You Stuck

05:42 The Power of the Labels You Use

08:17 Are You Afraid of Being Seen?

10:08 Label the Fears Holding You Back

12:12 Play Out Every Fear to the End

13:48 Stop Chasing Cheap Dopamine!

17:31 3 Ways to Naturally Boost Dopamine

22:29 The Power of Having Something to Look Forward To

25:22 The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything

27:00 Why Desperation Blocks Success

31:29 Discovering Your Deepest Core Value

32:56 The Power of Understanding Your Own Brain

39:41 Surround Yourself with Expansive Minds

43:07 The 3-Step Science Backed Manifestation Tool

47:39 Do You Believe in Divine Timing?

49:09 Turning Jealousy into Inspiration

51:51 Worthiness Begins with Self-Love

56:13 How to Overcome Limiting Beliefs

01:02:14 What Are You Building Within Yourself?

01:04:19 Let Go of the Need for Approval

01:09:53 Love Finds You When You Least Expect It

01:15:51 Emily on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Emily McDonald | Website

Emily McDonald | YouTube

Emily McDonald | Instagram

Emily McDonald | TikTok

Emily McDonald | LinkedIn

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In this first episode of On Purpose with Radhi, Jay opens up a conversation many of us have faced but rarely unpack, being asked, “When are you having kids?” What seems like a casual question often carries a weight that touches on biology, cultural expectations, financial realities, and deeply personal struggles. Together, Jay and Radhi peel back the layers of why this question can feel so triggering, especially for women, and why the assumptions behind it often miss the heart of the matter.

They explore how family pressure, societal timelines, and even social media comparisons can make people feel like they’re “behind,” while statistics actually show that having children later in life has become the norm. From the challenges of IVF and miscarriages to the fear of balancing career and motherhood, Jay and Radhi shed light on the unspoken realities couples quietly carry. They remind us that true preparation for parenthood isn’t about perfect timing, it’s about awareness, acceptance, and readiness for change.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Handle Pressure About Having Kids

How to Prepare for the Real Changes of Parenthood

How to Know if You’re Ready for Children

How to Separate Society’s Timeline From Your Own

How to Support Friends Struggling With Fertility

The milestones that matter most are the ones that feel true to you, not the ones dictated by outside voices. Fulfillment is not found in comparison but in living with intention, compassion, and alignment to your own values.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:45 When Are You Going to Have Kids?

03:53 So, Do You Want to Have Kids?

07:57 Are You Prepared to Raise Kids?

12:31 A Different Mindset on Being a Parent

16:23 Delaying Parenthood Because of Financial Constraints

21:16 Parenthood Equates to Success

23:20 Can a Child Fix a Broken Relationship?

29:02 Are You Willing to Sacrifice Your Career to Become a Parent?

32:32 Live the Life You Want For Yourself

Episode Resources:

Radhi Devlukia | Website

Radhi Devlukia | YouTube

Radhi Devlukia | Instagram

Radhi Devlukia | Facebook

Radhi Devlukia | TikTok

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A Really Good Cry

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