Most of us in today's world have lost what once was a fairly normal and widespread skill: deciding intuitively. Statistics show that 73% of millenials suffer from decision paralysis and overthinking. And we are longing for that "inner knowing" that we usually see in superhero movies.

To relearn intuition, we need to first understand what it is and what it is not. More often than not, the inner voice gets confused with things like gut feeling, anxiety responses or mental longing.

In this episode, we explore 5 practical ways of accessing intuition. We also learn what an "educated guess" is, why the subconscious mind is a better decision maker than the conscious mind, and how to train your inner guidance system to reveal your next steps with clarity.

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Chapters:

0:07 Introduction to Intuition 2:42 The Epidemic of Overthinking 7:47 A Journey of Discovery 10:40 Understanding Intuition 11:19 What Intuition Is Not 21:36 Practical Ways to Access Intuition 28:11 Channels of Intuition 31:09 Embracing Intuition in Daily Life

What if boredom isn't something to fix, but something to embrace? In this episode, we explore boredom as the essential "corridor" between life's rooms - that uncomfortable but necessary space where we can hear our inner voice and discover what comes next. Learn why boredom is designed to feel agitating, how to surrender to the discomfort instead of rushing to fill it, and why those quiet moments of stillness are where genuine inspiration begins. Discover how to resist the urge to stay busy and instead follow the soft creative sparks that emerge when we allow ourselves to simply be bored.

We all have coping mechanisms to deal with stress or difficult feelings — whether it’s drinking, overeating, or scrolling through social media. Once we realize that coping only soothes the symptoms and doesn’t fix the root problem, it can feel tempting to try and get rid of coping altogether. But the truth is, coping mechanisms are part of being human — and they always have been. In this episode, we explore the difference between healthy and unhealthy coping, and share a simple exercise that can help shift unhelpful patterns and bring us back to a more embodied, connected way of living.

We often think visibility is a self-serving pursuit — something for the ego, for fame, for fortune. But what if being seen isn't just for you — what if it’s also a responsibility to others? In this episode, we explore the quiet cost of hesitation, the subconscious beliefs that keep us from speaking up, and the ripple effect of choosing to show yourself in everyday life. Whether it’s writing the book, sharing the post, or just speaking truth in a meeting — what you withhold may be what someone else desperately needs. A motivational reflection on the deeper purpose of being visible — not for status, but for service.

We’re all born with a built-in compass – our emotions. But somewhere along the way, most of us learn to ignore or mistrust it.

"Don’t be angry." "There’s nothing to be afraid of." These simple phrases, repeated across generations, quietly teach us to suppress the very signals meant to guide us. Nothing changed about our biology, we are still 100% emotional beings. Yet we are walking around and trying to navigate life with a broken compass.

In this episode, we begin to unravel how emotional illiteracy takes root; and why reconnecting with the forgotten language of our emotions may be the most human thing we can do.

Chapters:

0:05 The Importance of Emotional Literacy 2:29 Communicating Through Emotions 5:37 The Impact of Parenting on Emotions 8:45 The Consequences of Emotional Suppression 10:31 Technology vs. Humanness 11:38 Relearning Emotional Skills

Anger is one of the most misunderstood emotions. We often associate it with danger, irresponsibility, or even evil. But in reality, anger is a vital tool—designed by nature to manage relationships, protect boundaries, and support decision-making.

In this episode, we explore the deeper architecture of anger: how it works in your body, why it gets dismissed or suppressed, and why angry people often act irrationally. You'll learn how to spot subtle forms of anger, how to use it to create safety and clarity, and how to transform it into a conscious force for connection in your relationships.

We’ll also walk through a few simple but powerful exercises to help you reconnect with your anger in a healthy, grounded way—so you can bring more presence and truth into your life.

Chapters:

0:07 Understanding Anger 0:54 The Architecture of Anger 8:23 Emotional Charge and Imprints 12:25 Co-Regulation and Emotional Development 15:16 The Cycle of Emotional Charge 18:42 Dealing with Emotional Overlays 22:51 Anger as a Decision-Making Tool 27:27 Expressing Anger Safely 30:07 Anger in Negotiation 34:32 Anger and Relationship Dynamics

Millennials were born into the "hockey stick" moment — the rapid acceleration of two exponential curves: the democratization of learning and the unraveling of global systems.

Growing up, I watched the world shift beneath my feet. My parents needed capital, credentials, and connections to start anything. Today, with a smartphone and YouTube, anyone can learn almost any skill and launch a business.

Alongside this explosion of opportunity came overwhelming crisis. Education, healthcare, finance — nearly every system is in turmoil. Everything feels like it’s on fire.

Strangely, both phenomena — boundless possibility and ubiquitous crisis — lead to the same emotional paralysis: Where do I even begin? I want to contribute. I want to master something. But in a world full of infinite choices and urgent problems, how do I find my path?

In this episode, we explore purpose as a compass — and how developing emotional intelligence can help us move from stuckness to clarity, and from overwhelm to aligned action.

Chapters:

0:00 The Millennial Experience 2:19 Learning Curves and Challenges 3:27 The Crisis Curve 5:04 The Importance of Purpose 6:27 Navigating Emotions 8:27 Finding Personal Responsibility

Are you thriving — or just surviving?

If you’ve been wrestling with the same problems for years, feeling like life is happening to you instead of with you, you might be stuck in survival mode. This episode dives into why that happens — and how to shift out of it.

We explore the idea that each of us has an "inner team" — different parts of our psyche, shaped by past experiences, holding different needs, fears, and desires. When these parts are out of sync, we feel fragmented, drained, and disconnected from our purpose.

But when your inner world comes into alignment, everything changes. You gain clarity, energy, and the capacity to co-create the life you actually want — in love, in purpose, and in prosperity.

This episode is an invitation to explore inner integrity, heal emotional imprints, and move towards what I call Human 2.0: a more whole, empowered version of yourself.

Chapters:

0:00 Human 1.0: Survival Mode 3:45 The Role of Integrity 5:04 Understanding Relational Trauma 6:27 Discovering Inner Alignment 10:30 Availability and Co-Creation 12:36 Purpose and Self-Esteem 15:32 Journey to Human 2.0