Do you ever feel behind in life?

What are you comparing yourself to?

Today, Jay shares a powerful reminder for anyone who feels like they’re behind in life. Maybe you’re comparing your career path to a friend’s promotion, your relationship status to someone’s engagement photos, or your lifestyle to highlight reels on social media. Jay explains how natural it is to feel this way, especially after school, when the timelines that once kept us moving together begin to split apart. Drawing on social comparison theory, he shows how easily our self-worth can become tied to where others seem to be, instead of honoring the unique path we’re on.

Jay reframes the idea of being “behind,” not as a failure but an essential part of growth. Through psychology and real-life examples, he emphasizes that endings matter more than beginnings, and that setbacks are not signs of weakness, but proof that we’re actively building resilience. He challenges our attachment to comfort, which can quietly keep us stuck, and reminds us that what feels like delay is really unseen preparation for the skills and foundations that lead to future success. Jay shifts how we measure progress, from chasing empty wins to recognizing that grit matters more than perfection.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Redefine Success on Your Timeline

How to Recognize False Progress in Others

How to See Struggle as Strength

How to Turn Setbacks into Resilience

How to Trust That You’re Not Late

The struggles you face today are shaping your resilience, your wisdom, and your strength for tomorrow. You are not late, you are not lost, you are simply on your own timeline.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:52 Do You Feel Behind in Life?

02:37 #1: You Aren't Late, You're on a Different Timeline

06:07 #2: Endings Define the Story

08:42 #3: Comfort is What Really Keeps You Stuck

12:27 #4: Progress Doesn’t Guarantee Happiness

14:01 #5: Struggling Is Proof You’re Growing

17:49 #6: You're not Behind, You're Developing Skills

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How do you usually deal with stress?

Does it help you feel better, or just distract you for a while?

Today, Jay welcomes globally recognized nutritionist and corporate wellness strategist Mona Sharma to share her inspiring journey from corporate burnout to holistic healing. Mona opens up about her personal health struggles; two heart surgeries, chronic stress, and years of misalignment, that ultimately led her to rediscover the healing practices she grew up with in the ashram. Mona explains how returning to yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, and mindful nutrition helped her reclaim her health and purpose, transforming her pain into a mission to guide others toward vitality.

Together, Jay and Mona explore how true wellness goes beyond diets and quick fixes. Mona emphasizes the importance of addressing root causes rather than just symptoms, teaching us that healing requires nervous system regulation, emotional awareness, and holistic nourishment. They discuss the link between stress and disease, how lifestyle choices shape gut health, and why our beliefs about our bodies matter just as much as the food we eat. Mona shares practical tools, from mindful eating and breathwork to habit stacking and visualization, that help people align with their deepest values while supporting long-term health.

The conversation also highlights how modern science is finally catching up with ancient wisdom. Mona stresses the power of integrating Western medicine with Eastern practices to create a more complete vision of health.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Heal by Finding the Root Cause

How to Regulate Your Nervous System Daily

How to Transform Stress Into Resilience

How to Build Healing Rituals That Last

How to Improve Digestion Through Mindful Eating

How to Start Your Day Without Sugar and Coffee

How to Optimize Sleep for Deep Restoration

True healing begins when we stop searching for quick fixes and start honoring the wisdom of our own bodies. Every symptom, every craving, every restless night is not a failure, it’s a message guiding us back to balance.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:54 Busting Common Health Myths

03:01 Healing by Finding the Root Cause

05:26 When Health Becomes Everything

11:37 What is The Root of All Disease?

13:37 A Regulated vs. Dysregulated Nervous System

17:56 How Stress Shapes Your Life

21:24 Building Resilience Against Stress

26:36 Morning Routines That Heal

28:36 Reconnecting with Your True Self

32:20 Learning to Listen to Your Body

34:19 How Stress Impacts Gut Health

38:11 Simple Fixes for Bloating

41:36 How Sugary Breakfasts Sabotage Your Energy

44:07 The Truth About Alcohol Intake

46:21 Healthy Alternatives to Coffee

48:20 Turning Habits into Rituals

50:47 Understanding the Causes of Brain Fog

53:12 Becoming the Healer of Your Life

56:40 Why Self-Care Starts in the Kitchen

01:01:49 Three Daily Pillars for Health

01:06:26 Mona on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Mona Sharma | Website

Mona Sharma | Instagram

Mona Sharma | TikTok

Mona Sharma | YouTube

Mona Sharma's Rooted Academy

Complimentary guide available that Mona co-authored with Dr. Mark Hyman: 12 Wellness Tips to Awaken Your Best Health

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