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

Joyfull

A Really Good Cry

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Do you have a quick way to reset when you’re overwhelmed?

What’s something you wish worked better when you try to reset?

Today, Jay introduces a simple yet powerful 7-Day Micro Habit Reset, a series of small, intentional habits to help you pause, realign, and begin again with a clear mind and a calm heart. If you’ve been feeling drained, distracted, or disconnected from your goals, Jay reminds us that meaningful change doesn’t come from completely reinventing your routine, it starts with the small, mindful shifts you make every day.

Each habit is grounded in science, simplicity, and self-awareness. Jay explores how small practices, like expressing gratitude, taking a moment to reflect, or even embracing brief moments of discomfort, such as a 20-second cold rinse, can reset your energy, shift your perspective, and build emotional resilience. From writing just one sentence in your journal to checking in with your “future self,” these micro habits help you reclaim the calm and clarity that stress often takes away. This episode is a gentle reminder to slow down, find balance in the chaos, and trust that it’s the small, consistent actions that create real, lasting change.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Reset Your Mind in 3 Breaths

How to Start Your Day Without Stress

How to Start Your Day with Clarity, Not Chaos

How to Create Calm When Life Feels Messy

How to Reclaim Time by Resetting Small Habits

Change doesn’t have to be overwhelming. It begins with the smallest steps, the quiet moments when you choose to breathe, observe, and reset instead of react.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Introduction

01:02 The 3-Breath Reset

07:05 Start Your Morning With Natural Light, Not Screens!

09:53 The 2-Minute Tidy

13:09 The Gratitude Text

16:16 The 20-Second Cold Rinse

17:48 The 1-Sentence Journal to End the Day with Peace

20:02 The “Future You” Check-In

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When was the last time you felt truly at ease with someone?

Do you feel that kind of ease often, or was it rare?

In this special live episode recorded at the DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., Jay sits down with bestselling author and therapist Lori Gottlieb to explore the hidden dynamics that shape our relationships. Together, they unpack why so many of us feel the need to “perform” for love and how fear of rejection, perfectionism, and old emotional patterns can quietly erode connection. Lori shares how true intimacy begins with acceptance, not just of our partners, but of ourselves, and why showing up authentically is the only way to feel genuinely seen.

Through humor, warmth, and real audience interactions, Jay and Lori dive into topics like vulnerability, emotional safety, and the balance between “me time” and “we time.” They share how to stop trying to fix or control your partner, how to communicate without defensiveness, and how to build relationships rooted in curiosity and compassion instead of criticism.

This conversation is a reminder that love isn’t about finding someone who reads your mind, it’s about learning each other’s language, embracing imperfections, and creating a safe space where both people can grow.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Stop Performing for Love

How to Create Emotional Safety in a Relationship

How to Let Your Partner Be Vulnerable

How to Build Connection Through Acceptance

How to Communicate Without Getting Defensive

How to Balance “Me Time” and “We Time”

How to Love Without Trying to Fix

Love is not a performance, it’s a practice. It’s built in the quiet moments when we choose to listen instead of defend, to understand instead of control, and to show up even when it feels uncomfortable. Every relationship, whether romantic or otherwise, becomes stronger when we replace judgment with curiosity and fear with honesty.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:54 Earning Love Through Real Connection

03:16 Why You Should Speak Up Early

06:51 Creating a Safe Space for Vulnerability

11:20 Can You Love Someone Without Loving Yourself?

13:55 How Acceptance Strengthens Your Relationship

20:37 Compatibility vs. Chemistry: What Matters More?

25:07 Do Couples Need Individual Therapy Too?

28:05 A Live Couples Therapy Session

44:06 Communicate Clearly Not Through Assumptions

47:08 Healthy Ways to Approach Conflict

51:28 Understanding the Many Forms of Love

57:46 Are Both of Your Needs Being Met?

01:01:44 Learning to Embrace and Communicate Differences

Episode Resources:

Lori Gottlieb | YouTube

Lori Gottlieb | Instagram

Lori Gottlieb | Website

Dear Therapists Podcast

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone

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Do you ever get stuck in your thoughts?

What do you usually overthink about?

Today, Jay explores one of the most powerful, yet regularly overlooked, conversations we have every day: the one we have with ourselves. Too often, we become our own harshest critics, speaking to ourselves in ways we’d never speak to a friend. Jay reveals how self-criticism can disguise itself as control or accountability, when in truth, it’s a subtle form of self-sabotage that quietly erodes our confidence, creativity, and motivation.

Jay reminds us that rest and reflection aren’t signs of weakness, they’re essential parts of real growth. He explains that progress is never a straight line, and that falling back, slowing down, or taking a break doesn’t mean you’ve failed, it simply means you’re human. His message is a gentle yet powerful invitation to stop tearing yourself down and start lifting yourself up, to trade shame for accountability, criticism for compassion, and restlessness for stillness. Through his words, Jay offers more than advice, he shares a roadmap for healing your relationship with yourself, embracing imperfection with grace, and finding peace in the quiet strength of self-acceptance.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Silence Your Inner Critic

How to Talk to Yourself Like a Friend

How to Rewire Your Brain for Positivity

How to Rest Without Feeling Guilty

How to Stop Letting Negativity Control You

Healing begins the moment you choose kindness over criticism. Every mistake, setback, or pause is not the end of the journey, it’s part of becoming who you’re meant to be.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

01:02 Is Your inner Voice Blocking You?

02:16 #1: Self Criticism is Self Sabotage

06:32 #2: Negative Self Talk is Counterproductive

10:08 #3: Shaming Yourself Doesn't Build Accountability

13:28 #4: Your Brain is Wired to Focus on Mistakes

17:24 #5: Progress Isn't Linear

20:01 #6: Rest is Essential for Progress

22:35 #7: Self Kindness Builds Resilience

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How do you know when you’re ready to commit?

Do you think love alone is enough?

Marriage isn’t a destination, it’s a daily practice. It’s the ongoing choice to show up, grow, and recommit to each other through every season of change. In this special compilation, Jay brings together powerful insights from Jada Pinkett Smith, relationship coach Sadia Khan, psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb, and his own reflections with Radhi. Together, they explore how lasting love isn’t built on fleeting chemistry, but on emotional resilience, self-awareness, and the courage to evolve, side by side.

Jada shares how marriage can be a spiritual journey, where your partner reflects both your light and your flaws, guiding you toward unconditional love and deeper healing. Sadia reveals the often-overlooked truths about infidelity, self-control, and discipline, reminding us that love cannot thrive without trust. Lori highlights the power of honest communication, from setting boundaries with in-laws to having the tough conversations about money, marriage, and children before it’s too late.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Build Emotional Resilience in Marriage

How to Heal and Grow Through Partnership

How to Spot Signs of Emotional Distance

How to Create Space for Emotional Openness

How to Recommit as Your Partner Evolves

Every relationship faces challenges, but those moments can become powerful opportunities for growth when met with compassion and openness. The true beauty of love lies in the willingness to listen, to learn, and to keep building something real, together.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty.

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:28 The Cornerstone of Family Life

03:58 When Divorce Feels Like the Only Option

08:44 The Power of Unconditional Love

14:14 Valuing How People Show Up

18:13 Every Marriage Looks Different

20:14 Rethinking Traditional Marriage

24:13 Do Women or Men Get Cheated on More?

26:19 Choosing a Man with Self-Control

27:59 Why Sexual Discipline Matters

29:45 Don’t Ignore These Red Flags!

32:35 Staying Attuned to Your Partner

34:28 Talk About Marriage Before the Proposal

37:43 Why a Baby Won’t Fix a Marriage

40:41 When Your Partner Doesn’t Stand Up for You

46:36 Building a Safe Space for Connection

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Have you ever stayed in a relationship just to avoid being alone?

Did staying make you feel better or worse over time?

Today, Jay sits down with writer and relationship coach Quinlan Walther to explore what it truly means to build healthy, lasting relationships. Quinlan, known for her viral reflections on love and self-trust, explains the difference between wanting a relationship and being ready for one. She compares it to grocery shopping when you’re hungry, a reminder that desperation often drives us to make poor emotional choices. Together, they explore how self-awareness, emotional safety, and self-trust form the foundation for a genuine connection. Quinlan introduces her “Four C’s of Self-Trust”: curiosity, capacity, compassion, and commitment, a framework for strengthening one’s relationship with the self before seeking partnership.

Jay and Quinlan confront the hard truths about modern love, how expectations, attachment wounds, and emotional burnout often distort our perception of what love should feel like. They explore the difference between chemistry and compatibility, reminding listeners that while excitement can spark a connection, it’s shared values and emotional maturity that sustain it. Quinlan emphasizes that relationships are not meant to fill our emptiness but to reflect our growth. Through stories and practical wisdom, she explains how the healthiest relationships allow space for vulnerability, accountability, and change, rather than perfection. Jay reflects on his own marriage, highlighting how communication, patience, and self-reflection create emotional safety and deepen love over time.

In his interview, you'll learn:

How to Know If You’re Ready for Love

How to Build Self-Trust Before Dating

How to Create Emotional Safety in Relationships

How to Tell Chemistry from Compatibility

How to Set Boundaries Without Guilt

How to Heal After a Breakup

How to Stop Repeating Unhealthy Patterns

How to Grow Together Without Losing Yourself

Real connection isn’t about finding someone to fix or complete us, it’s about growing into the version of ourselves that can give and receive love freely. Every heartbreak, disappointment, and moment of self-reflection brings us closer to understanding that love begins within.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:24 Wanting vs. Being Ready for Love

04:07 The Four C’s of Self-Trust

06:41 Relationships Should Help You Grow

10:32 Building Stability and Emotional Safety

13:27 When Requests Become Unreasonable

15:15 Love Within Someone’s Capacity

17:57 Are You Exhausted From Dating?

22:05 Does the Spark Really Matter?

23:28 When Attraction Misleads You

25:16 Compatibility vs. Chemistry

27:52 How Black-and-White Thinking Hurts Love

31:10 Is Love Alone Ever Enough?

32:43 What True Commitment Looks Like

36:39 Learning to Show Up for Yourself

39:35 Healing Family Wounds and Finding Peace

42:19 Breaking the Criticism–Withdrawal Cycle

49:31 Your Partner Reflects How You Love Yourself

51:14 Dating is Discernment, Marriage is Devotion

55:16 Real Change Takes Time

58:10 Why Every Relationship Needs Boundaries

59:47 How to Set Healthy Boundaries

01:01:21 Stop Compromising Your Own Boundaries

01:02:42 Are Soulmates Real?

01:05:01 What Should Love Feel Like?

01:08:59 Do You Want a Partner or a Spouse?

01:13:11 How to Move On After a Breakup

01:16:47 You Are Not Hard to Love

01:19:32 The Lessons Hidden in a Heartbreak

01:21:40 Quinlan on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Quinlan Walther | Website

Quinlan Walther | Instagram

Quinlan Walther | TikTok

Quinlan Walther | YouTube

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Do you believe in manifestation?

What are you currently manifesting?

Manifestation isn’t about magic, shortcuts, or wishing something into existence, it’s about clarity, belief, and intentional action. In today’s episode, Jay unpacks the biggest myths around manifestation and explains why vision boards, affirmations, and journaling alone often leave us feeling stuck or unfulfilled. Instead, he shows us how to set clear goals, pair affirmations with real action, and create systems that actually move us forward.

Through practical steps and powerful research, Jay reshapes our understanding of manifestation, not as wishful thinking, but as the alignment of our thoughts, words, and actions. He reveals why positivity without effort quickly falls flat, how struggle signals growth rather than failure, and why surrender can be an act of wisdom instead of passivity. Jay shows us how to actively create the life we imagine. Whether your pursuit is abundance, purpose, or simply the courage to take the next step, he reminds us that manifestation isn’t about waiting for the universe to deliver, it’s about showing up ready, prepared, and fully present for the opportunities ahead.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Set Clear Goals for Manifestation

How to Pair Affirmations with Daily Action

How to Break Big Dreams into Small Steps

How to Turn Desire Into Direction

How to Value Growth Over Outcome

Growth is rarely smooth or instant, but it’s always possible when you stay committed to the process. Keep showing up with clarity, with consistency, and courage, because the life you dream of is created one intentional choice at a time.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:50 What is Manifestation?

01:52 Myth #1: Manifestation isn't Magic

05:42 Myth #2: Positive Thoughts Alone Attract Success

08:12 Myth #3: Writing it Down is Not Enough

11:11 Myth #4: The Universe Rewards Wanting

13:35 Myth #5: The Path Will Be Smooth If It's Meant to Be

16:14 Myth #6: Manifesting is Passive

20:07 Myth #7: Manifestation is About Stuff

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