The Rachel Hollis Podcast episode dives into the journey of embracing life's changes with joy, purpose, and intentionality, particularly as it pertains to aging. Rachel Hollis, alongside guests from various walks of life and ages, discusses the liberation found in growing older, the importance of self-acceptance, and the richness of wisdom acquired through life's experiences. Featured stories include Tiffani Thiessen discussing aging in the public eye, Sheila Johnson exploring new business ventures post-retirement, and Caroline Baudino encouraging women in their 50s. The episode also tackles broader life lessons on empowerment, financial independence, confronting societal expectations, and the transformative power of embracing one's truth and capabilities. 

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00:00 Embracing Your True Self

01:04 Celebrating Aging with Joy and Wisdom

03:00 Empowerment Through Personal and Historical Struggles

05:21 A Journey of Self-Discovery and Empowerment

09:58 Transforming Pain into Purpose

12:37 Overcoming Challenges and Building a Legacy

16:53 The Power of Self-Expression and Reclaiming Identity

24:50 Family Traditions and the Value of Sacred Spaces

26:09 The Grounding Influence of Family

27:10 Navigating Fame and Personal Growth

29:24 The Transformative Power of Cold Plunging

36:47 Motherhood, Menopause, and Finding Oneself

44:14 Daily Routines and the Importance of Self-Care

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Today's podcast features an extensive conversation with Anne Lamott about the transformative power of love in overcoming life's greatest challenges, the journey and struggles of a writing career, and the importance of self-care. She shares personal anecdotes and insights on facing incredulous losses, the significance of love in healing, and how love manifests in various forms to offer support and comfort. She delves into the writing process, combating the inner critic, and the therapeutic role of writing in dealing with personal trauma and difficulties. Throughout, there's a strong emphasis on the necessity of self-love, asking for help when needed, the impact of addiction and recovery on one's life, and the spiritual journey encompassing self-discovery and acceptance.

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00:00 The Power of Love in Our Darkest Moments

01:33 A Writer's Journey: From Novels to Motherhood and Beyond

05:10 Embracing the Shitty First Draft: A Writer's Salvation

07:08 The Writing Room: Community and Critique in the Creative Process

13:53 Navigating the Challenges of a Writing Career

25:47 Spiritual Practices for a Fulfilling Life

30:57 Asking for Help: A Lesson in Love and Support

35:01 The Turning Point: A Journey to Self-Love

36:45 A New Love Affair with Myself

37:48 Finding Love and Navigating Marriage

39:30 Embracing Age and Rejecting Expiration Dates

42:39 The Power of Writing and Overcoming the Inner Critic

54:38 The Spiritual Journey and Helping Others

59:04 Overcoming Addiction and Finding Community

01:10:35 The New Book: A Deep Dive into Love

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In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel shares her personal journey from being overwhelmed by multiple goals to discovering the power of focused goal setting. She reflects on her early struggles with achieving her dreams and how shifting her strategy to concentrating on one goal at a time significantly changed her results. Rachel shares insights from her career evolution, starting from a wedding and event planner to becoming a successful author and the founder of Start Today. She discusses the importance of writing down goals as if they have already happened, which helped her visualize and achieve them more effectively. Rachel introduces the Start Today journal, explaining its conception from her desire to solve a personal problem and how it evolved into a widely loved tool for goal setting and gratitude practice. She emphasizes that Start Today is more than a journal; it's a practice of ownership over one's life through gratitude, goal setting, and daily actions towards becoming who you want to be.

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00:00 Unlocking the Power of Focus and Goal Setting

00:33 Introducing Rachel Hollis and Her Journey

02:13 The Origin Story of Start Today

04:06 The Turning Point: From Chaos to Clarity

06:15 The Struggle of Achieving Dreams

08:56 The Revelation: Working Smarter, Not Harder

16:31 The Practice: Gratitude and Goal Setting

35:19 Building a Community of Dreamers and Doers

38:34 Conclusion and Invitation to the Next Steps

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In this episode of the Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel delves into themes of empowerment, personal ownership, and self-discovery. She begins by emphasizing how crucial it is for individuals, especially women, to realize they possess the power to control their lives. Rachel answers a query from a listener named Storm about dealing with 'birthday blues,' offering personal insights on healing childhood trauma and creating new, positive traditions. Rachel also discusses the significance of short-term focus over long-term planning when feeling overwhelmed, using the analogy of soil replenishment to encourage listeners to focus on self-care and healing as a foundation for future growth. 

00:00 Unlocking Your Inner Power: A Message of Empowerment

03:21 A Journey Through Hormone Health and Personal Discovery

07:57 Addressing Birthday Blues: A Deep Dive into Personal Healing

09:34 Exploring Energy Healing and Inner Child Work

25:17 The Power of Self-Celebration: Taking Charge of Your Birthday

28:16 Reflecting on Childhood Trauma and Healing

29:02 Navigating Trauma with Professional Support

30:30 Creating Personal Birthday Traditions

31:37 A Collective Birthday Song for Storm

33:18 Seeking Clarity and Purpose in Life

37:49 Embracing the Present and Focusing on Today

00:04 Understanding the Power Within and Goal Setting

45:12 Finding Fertility in Life's Fallow Seasons

47:41 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

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This podcast delves into comprehensive health and wellness topics, focusing on the crucial balance between hormones, libido, and overall energy levels. Rachel Hollis shares her personal journey overcoming adrenal fatigue through natural supplements and lifestyle adjustments, emphasizing the often-overlooked aspect of libido changes in women due to hormonal imbalances. Dr. Taz Bhatia highlights the importance of understanding one's body, the role of stress and cortisol in adrenal health, and practical steps for improving well-being through diet, protein intake, and self-care rituals.

00:00 Navigating Libido Changes and Hormonal Health

01:35 The Impact of DHEA on Energy and Well-being

02:52 Understanding Hormone Shifts and Their Effects

06:35 Exploring Adrenal Fatigue and Its Consequences

07:02 Marathon Training and Adrenal Support

08:05 Reflecting on Personal Health and Hormone Levels

12:16 The Power of Blood Work in Understanding Health

16:04 Deep Dive into Lab Results and Hormonal Insights

41:50 Exploring Nutritional Tests and Functional Medicine

42:54 Exploring Energy and Cellular Health

44:12 Understanding Nutritional Deficiencies and Solutions

45:29 Gut Health and Digestive Support

46:05 Antioxidant Needs for Athletes

46:49 Addressing Toxic Exposure and Detoxification

51:12 Integrating Eastern and Western Medicine Approaches

52:36 Creating a Personalized Health Plan

56:18 Navigating Hormonal Imbalances and Self-Care

01:09:06 Postpartum Health and Replenishment

01:18:08 Concluding Thoughts and Resources

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This Episode Originally Aired | March 14, 2023

This episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast explores the concept of viewing health as an experiment, emphasizing the importance of trying different nutritional and lifestyle approaches to see what works best for an individual. Rachel shares her personal experiences and struggles with diet, exercise, and body image, including her journey to lose weight and improve her overall well-being.  Rachel discusses the psychological aspects of health, including the effects of body image and self-love on personal wellness. She encourages listeners to find their unique path to health by listening to their bodies, experimenting with different health strategies, and embracing a holistic view of wellness that includes mental, physical, and emotional health.

00:00 Unlocking Personal Health: Experiment and Discover

01:30 The Power of Caffeine and Starting the Day Right

02:10 Embracing Health: Simple Hacks and Fundamental Insights

02:53 Navigating the Overwhelming World of Health Information

04:22 The Universal Challenge of Body Image

16:36 A Deep Dive into Health Measures and Self-Love

24:24 Personal Health Indicators: Skin, Digestion, and Self-Acceptance

30:26 Recognizing Body Changes and Self-Care

31:24 Navigating Shame and Self-Compassion

32:33 Personal Journey with PTSD and Self-Therapy

35:52 Embracing Full Consciousness and Body Awareness

37:02 Practical Health Tips: From Awareness to Action

46:16 The Power of Elimination Diets and Personal Experiments

50:44 Simple Yet Effective Health Hacks: Greens and Water

55:08 Exploring Health as an Experiment

01:00:04 Concluding Thoughts on Health and Self-Care

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In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel delves into the realm of spirituality, focusing on spiritual awakening, growth, and practices. Featuring insights from guests like Rainn Wilson, Michael Beckwith, and Carla Hall, the episode covers a variety of topics including shadow work, the importance of recognizing one’s negative traits alongside the positive, and the impact of spiritual practice on personal development. This mastermind series aims to provide listeners with a comprehensive view of spirituality, encouraging openness to learning and growth.

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00:00 Unlocking Spiritual Growth: A Deep Dive

01:55 Exploring Spirituality with Today's Guests

03:01 Shadow Work and Spiritual Practices

05:51 Navigating Life's Challenges with Spiritual Insights

07:34 Embracing Reincarnation and Spiritual Journeys

11:15 The Power of Speaking Your Truth

14:08 Astrology and the Future of Spirituality

17:05 Navigating Fame and Spirituality in Hollywood

19:58 Understanding Life, Death, and the Beyond

24:54 Exploring Past Lives and the Possibility of Reincarnation

26:00 A Mysterious Voice and a Life-Changing Realization

27:15 The Journey to Self-Discovery and Spiritual Awakening

28:15 The Impact of Cannabis on Consciousness

29:19 A Visionary Experience and the Path to Enlightenment

37:39 Embracing a New Perspective on God and Spirituality

39:09 Navigating Faith, Questions, and Spiritual Growth

46:23 The Power of Spiritual Practice and Awareness

51:55 Finding Your Path in Spirituality and Healing

In this episode of the Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel Hollis interviews musician and culinary enthusiast Carnie Wilson. Wilson shares her journey, starting from her musical upbringing in a family blessed with harmony, to the genesis and evolution of Wilson Phillips, and her struggles and triumphs over personal issues like weight, self-image, and sobriety. She discusses the pivotal role her family and especially her mother played in shaping her positive outlook on life despite fears and challenges. Wilson also talks about her newly launched cooking show, 'Sounds Delicious,' where she combines her love for music and cooking, hosting friends and sharing comfort dishes. Carnie's story is one of overcoming personal battles, embracing one's passion, and the importance of family and self-belief.

00:00 Embracing Positivity Amidst Life's Challenges

01:52 The Musical Journey of Wilson Phillips

02:16 From Childhood Dreams to Professional Success

05:19 The Formation and Rise of Wilson Phillips

09:48 Navigating the Music Industry and Personal Growth

13:50 The Impact of Music on Personal and Family Life

15:00 Reflecting on Success and the Power of Music

25:27 The Personal Struggles Behind the Scenes

30:22 Finding Healing Through Food and Personal Challenges

32:48 The Journey of Weight Loss Surgery

34:13 The Aftermath: Coping Mechanisms and Therapy

35:00 Finding Love and Struggling with Self-Image

37:07 The Pursuit of Happiness: Career and Personal Life

47:08 Parenting in the Digital Age

52:10 A Passion for Cooking and the New Cooking Show

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Unlocking Manifestation: Action, Faith, and Vibrational Alignment

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel explores the principles of manifestation, emphasizing the necessity of taking inspired action towards one's goals and dreams. She shares personal anecdotes and conversations that highlight the importance of meeting the universe or God halfway in any manifestation process. Rachel discusses how mindset, specifically the energy and focus we bring to our desires and fears, significantly affects our ability to manifest what we want. She stresses that positive energy, gratitude, and faith can elevate our vibrational level, making us more receptive to the things we aim to attract into our lives. Moreover, Rachel touches on the role of spoken words in creating realities, advising listeners to be mindful of their declarations and complaints, as they can inadvertently block manifestations. She explains how small, incremental actions can lead to significant results, demonstrating that manifestation is not only about wishing but also about proactive participation. 

00:00 Manifesting Your Dreams: The Power of Intention and Action

02:28 A Day at the Nail Salon: Lessons on Mindset from Overheard Conversations

10:19 The Power of Words: How What We Say Shapes Our Reality

17:54 Three Common Blocks to Manifestation and How to Overcome Them

28:19 Unlocking the Power of Focus and Vibration in Life

28:53 The Financial Rollercoaster: Wealth, Poverty, and Everything in Between

29:54 The Influence of Money on Happiness and Mental Health

33:18 The Cycle of Attraction: How Our Emotions Shape Our Financial Reality

33:54 A Personal Journey: From Financial Struggle to Abundance

37:32 Manifesting Abundance: The Shift from Lack to Plenty

39:10 A Testament to Faith and the Law of Attraction

48:52 Actionable Steps Towards Manifesting Your Dreams

56:32 Raising Your Vibration: The Key to Attracting What You Desire

59:52 Reflections on Manifestation, Gratitude, and Trust

In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel shares insights into managing mindset when dealing with change, especially as it impacts family dynamics and children. She emphasizes the influence of parents' emotions on their children and discusses the importance of setting a personal example. Rachel shares her experience of running the LA marathon, using it as a metaphor for personal growth and challenging the presumption that life peaks in the early twenties. She argues for the possibility of improvement with age, through continuous self-care and embracing new experiences. Additionally, Rachel addresses a listener's question about managing life transitions, moving from van life back to a more conventional lifestyle, and the challenge of staying focused amidst change. She also delves into the topic of 'mom guilt' when balancing career ambitions with parenting, stressing the need for consistency, self-compassion, and changing one's perspective on work-life balance. Lastly, Rachel offers advice on recognizing and addressing codependency in relationships, recommending resources for further exploration. Through personal anecdotes and listener questions, Rachel explores themes of growth, self-understanding, and the pursuit of a fulfilling life.

00:00 Navigating Parenting and Personal Growth

00:54 Welcome to the Rachel Hollis Podcast

01:37 Marathon Musings: Lessons on Aging and Endurance

07:09 Embracing Change and Setting Goals

20:14 Navigating Mom Guilt and Work-Life Balance

34:19 Understanding and Overcoming Codependency

43:20 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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