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This Episode Originally Aired - March 16, 2023In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel dives into the topic of completing daunting projects by drawing from her personal experiences. She emphasizes the importance of staying true to your vision, tapping into the original excitement and motivation behind your idea, and setting a challenging yet achievable deadline.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Introduction: Embrace Your Unique Vision01:41 Finding Inspiration for Podcast Topics02:48 The Struggle of Finishing Big Projects05:13 Overcoming Procrastination and Distractions07:26 Embracing the Suck: Pushing Through Challenges11:39 The Power of Visualization and Emotional Connection21:03 Setting Deadlines and Accountability26:15 Setting Deadlines and Accountability26:45 The Importance of Planning27:52 Big Ass Chunking vs. Bite-Sized Pieces30:40 Launching a Social Media Project34:25 Eliminating Distractions37:58 Surrounding Yourself with High Achievers4

This Episode originally Aired - September 12, 2023In this episode of The Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel delves into the concept of belief and its profound impact on achieving goals and personal transformation. Through personal anecdotes, including her own experiences and conversations with friends, Rachel illustrates how core beliefs shape our actions and outcomes.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Introduction: The Power of Belief01:38 Today's Topic: Belief in Yourself01:53 Concert Experience: A Personal Story03:42 The Importance of Belief: Conversations with Friends05:11 Understanding Belief: A Deeper Dive19:33 Expectancy Theory: How Beliefs Shape Reality23:48 The Power of Mindset: Real-Life Examples27:55 The Journey to Better Health: A Friend's Transformation36:03 Common Beliefs: Women's Health Journeys41:05 Conclusion: You Deserve a Good LifeHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicem

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel interviews psychiatrist Dr. Chris Palmer from Harvard Medical School and McLean Hospital about the intersection of metabolism and mental health. They discuss the groundbreaking concept that mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression might actually be metabolic disorders affecting the brain. Dr Palmer has been studying the use of the medical ketogenic diet as a path of treatment. Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal00:00 Introduction: Finding Personalized Solutions01:45 Meet Chris Palmer: Psychiatrist and Researcher02:44 Traditional Psychiatry vs. New Perspectives08:06 The Metabolic Theory of Mental Disorders16:09 Global Trends in Mental Health and Metabolic Disorders20:37 The Ketogenic Diet: A Revolutionary Treatment28:47 Personal Journey and Early Discoveries29:50 Personal Mental Health Transformation30:22 Controversy and Reluctance to Share30:57 Moral Obligation to Share31:32 Nutri

In this episode of Ask Rach, Rachel discusses the complexities of deciding whether to have more children, emphasizing the importance of personal fulfillment and the impact on women's careers. She addresses a listener's dilemma about motherhood and provides insights into making heartfelt decisions devoid of regrets. Rachel also explores coping strategies for dealing with negative family members, specifically focusing on maintaining personal sanity and emotional well-being.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Breaking Generational Cycles01:06 Welcome to the Rachel Hollis Podcast01:39 Ask Rach: Motherhood and Regret04:49 The Realities of Parenting07:46 Deciding to Have Another Child16:05 Balancing Dreams and Family21:14 Navigating Negative Family Dynamics40:51 Final Thoughts and FarewellHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: http

This week on The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Cheryl Hines joins Rach to discuss her serendipitous journey into acting, including her breakthrough role as Larry David's wife on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' and her newest entrepreneurial venture ‘Hines+Young'. Listen wherever you get your podcasts!Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 The Unexpected Call from Larry01:33 Cheryl's Early Life and Acting Aspirations02:00 The Journey to New York and College Decisions04:31 Moving to LA and the Struggles of an Aspiring Actor06:58 The Importance of Validation and Overcoming Rejection11:45 Cheryl's DJ Experience and Pushing Through Fear15:38 The Long Road to Becoming a Working Actor20:32 Landing the Role on Curb Your Enthusiasm30:29 The Improvisational Genius of Larry David36:10 Starting a New Venture with Her Daughter36:47 Leaving the Nest: A Mother's Perspective37:34 Creating Fragrances: A Passion Project39:13 Challenges of Ethical Production40:55 Launching the Product Line42:16

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis show, Rach shares some exciting news. She’s directing her first short film! She talks about the detailed process of writing and revising her screenplay, her initial hesitation about directing, the extensive research she undertook, and the resourcefulness needed to assemble a talented crew on a tight budget and timeline. She ends by encouraging listeners to pursue their dreams and expresses gratitude for the opportunity to try something new.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Introduction and Gratitude00:29 The Big Reveal: Making a Short Film04:46 The Journey of Writing a Screenplay06:48 Deciding to Direct08:48 Learning the Craft of Directing12:38 The Challenges of Producing a Short Film20:27 Building the Team and Casting33:27 Final Preparations and Reflections41:05 Encouragement and ConclusionHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737)

This Episode Originally Aired - August 25, 2020Today's throwback episode Rachel hosts Professor Martha S Jones, author and researcher at Johns Hopkins, to talk about the history of the 19th Amendment, and how the stories we tell ourselves about our families and our histories shape the way we move through the world. It's an important conversation to have - especially in this moment when we're remembering the 104th anniversary of the 19th amendment to the US Constitution. We hope you'll join Professor Jones and Rach as they dive into the legacy of Black suffragettes and the power each of us wield as guardians of our own stories.If you enjoyed this conversation you MUST go follow Professor Jones on Instagram: instagram.com/marthasjones/ AND order her book VANGUARD here -> https://bookshop.org/books/vanguard-how-black-women-broke-barriers-won-the-vote-and-insisted-on-equality-for-all/9781541618619Remember listeners: your voice matters because YOU matter. You can check if you're registered to vote by searching you

In this episode of Ask Rach, Rachel talks about the benefits of therapy (gotta find the right therapist!) and shares personal stories of how therapy helped her deal with trauma. Another listener question leads to a discussion on authenticity and embracing one's personality. What is the balance between true self-expression and social etiquette? Finally, she discusses how to recognize healthy versus unhealthy relationships by understanding bodily responses.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Introduction: Ignoring Our Body's Signals01:43 Therapy and Its Benefits04:12 Finding the Right Therapist08:26 Personal Therapy Experiences17:29 Listener Question: Tiffany Haddish's Authenticity18:59 Navigating Creative Authenticity28:03 Listener Question: Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships41:44 Conclusion: Trusting Your Body's Wisdom Have a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626S

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Dr Andrew Weil joins Rachel to discuss his specialty of integrative medicine. He is a world-renowned leader and pioneer in the field combining a Harvard education and a lifetime of practicing natural and preventive medicine. They discuss the body's innate ability to self-heal, the limitations and risks of conventional pharmaceuticals, and how natural medicines and lifestyle choices can make all the difference. He is the founder and director of the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona and a New York Times best-selling author.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Unlocking the Body's Healing Potential01:55 The Power of Integrative Medicine02:30 Lifestyle Changes Over Medication03:53 Breathing Techniques for Anxiety05:35 A Journey into Integrative Medicine10:12 The Role of Psychedelics in Healing13:52 Challenges in Modern Medicine22:22 The Intelligence of the Body25:06 Introduction

In this episode of the Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel discusses all of the typical excuses people use to avoid pursuing their dreams and encourages listeners to push through these excuses and keep fighting to stay committed to their goals. She shares personal anecdotes about spraining her ankle, the return of her hair extensions, attending a noteworthy event by director Ava DuVernay and finalizing her new book. Throughout, Rachel offers listeners motivational insights, personal stories, and practical advice on overcoming life’s hurdles.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Introduction: Overcoming Excuses01:22 Meet Rachel: Life Updates and Personal Stories02:42 Ankle Injury and Reflections07:22 Hair Extensions and Personal Confidence14:15 Ava DuVernay and the Array Event22:26 Hormones and Health Challenges24:46 The Start Today Journal25:57 Final Edits and Book Insights31:08 Pushing Through Resistance39:09 Conclusion: Keep Moving Forward Have a question you want

This episode originally aired - July 26, 2022In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel is joined by guest Sonia Choquette to delve into the concepts of vibrational communication, inner guidance, and spiritual intuitionGet the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Introduction to Vibrational Communication01:22 Discovering Spiritual Guides02:36 A Story of Survival and Inner Guidance05:59 Growing Up with Spiritual Teachings08:46 Listening Beyond Words11:01 Practical Techniques for Inner Listening19:51 Naming and Taming Your Ego23:31 Exploring Personal Guidance33:49 Finding New Energy and Guidance34:51 Recognizing and Trusting Your Vibes37:20 Empowering Yourself Through Vibrational Awareness45:02 Protecting Your Energy from Negative Influences50:05 Manifesting the Life of Your Dreams56:13 Practical Tools for Raising Your Vibration01:01:19 Asking for Help and Noticing Miracles01:05:39 Resources and Final Thoughts Have a question you want Rach to answer? An idea

In this episode of Ask Rach on The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel responds to listener voicemails, offering advice on public speaking, spirituality, career struggles, and self-advocacy. She dives into the importance of leveraging transferable skills, getting out of your comfort zone, and focusing on positive impact.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Introduction: Embracing Transferable Skills01:04 Welcome to the Rachel Hollis Podcast01:39 Ask Rach: Answering Your Questions03:00 Question 1: Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking11:04 The Power of Small Actions17:39 Question 2: Balancing Spirituality and Reality20:24 The Misuse of Spirituality22:03 Personal Spiritual Journey24:16 Evaluating Spiritual Practices26:13 Introduction to Start Today Journal28:44 Navigating Career Decisions32:12 Advocating for Yourself at Work41:12 Reflecting on Early Career Experiences43:13 Conclusion and Farewell Have a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Ca

In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rach speaks with Jessica McCabe, creator of the YouTube channel 'How to ADHD.' Jessica shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with ADHD, common misconceptions, and practical strategies for both those struggling with ADHD and those that love and live with them. Her YouTube channel has become a treasure trove of scientifically backed and experientially affirming information on how people with ADHD might work with their brains in a world not built for them.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Understanding ADHD Misconceptions01:42 Meet Jessica McCabe: A Personal Journey04:34 The Reality of Living with ADHD12:12 Effective ADHD Management Strategies14:42 Time Management Techniques for ADHD21:15 ADHD in Children: Parental Insights23:13 Understanding ADHD and Stimulation Needs24:36 Introduction to the Start Today Journal25:44 Behavioral Strategies for Kids with ADHD28:55 Challenges of Parenting with ADHD30:39 Pos

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel shares her journey of facing repeated rejections while working on a new, ambitious project in an unfamiliar industry. She announces her upcoming book, "What If You Are The Answer?", set to release in January 2025. The episode includes reflections on changing beliefs, harnessing intuition, and the benefits of maintaining a positive mindset.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Overcoming Discouragement and Persistence02:03 Current Events and Personal Reflections02:39 The Show 'Alone' and Survival Skills09:28 Big Announcement: New Book Release21:07 Motivational Insights and Personal Growth41:22 Upcoming Episodes and Closing RemarksHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivat

Dr. Robynne Chutkan is a gastroenterologist, author and professor. She joins the podcast this week to discuss all things gut health and the microbiome. Rach and Dr Chutkan dive into the effects that diet, lifestyle choices, and medications have on our gut lining. This episode is full of practical advice on improving your overall health by focusing on what you eat.Check out Dr Chutkan's books Gutbliss, The Microbiome Solution, The Bloat Cure, and The Anti-Viral Gut.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal  00:00 90-Day Health Challenge: Transform Your Life01:03 Meet the Expert: Dr. Rachel Hollis02:02 The Importance of Gut Health02:48 Understanding the Gut-Immune Connection05:17 Autoimmune Diseases and Gut Health07:43 Leaky Gut: Causes and Solutions11:54 The Dangers of NSAIDs and Alternative Pain Relief21:24 Processed Foods and Their Impact on Health29:19 Teenagers and Skin Health: A Personal Story36:46 Camp Expectations37:00 Rosacea Journey37:59 Diet and Rosacea40:36 Gr

This Episode Originally Aired - This Episode Originally Aired - November 16, 2022Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal In this episode of 'Ask Rach,' Rachel Hollis responds to listener questions from the podcast hotline. She answers questions about how to stop self-sabotage, manage hormones, and negotiate personal challenges while raising children. She emphasizes the importance of gratitude and prioritizing self-care.00:00 Introduction to Ask Rach00:45 How to Submit Your Questions03:11 The Power of Gratitude04:59 Taco Tales07:15 Listener Question: Self-Sabotage or Hormones?09:33 Understanding Hormonal Cycles14:38 Personal Experiences with Hormonal Changes20:53 Understanding Metabolism and Hunger Before Periods22:29 The Impact of Hormones on Emotions24:51 Cravings and Intuitive Eating27:05 The Power of Tracking Your Cycle29:49 Listener Question: Balancing Life and Self-Care32:09 Prioritizing Self-Care for Better Parenting38:47 Final Thoughts and EncouragementHave a q

Three-time Emmy Award-winning actor, producer and author Tony Hale joins Rachel on the podcast. While he is best known for his role as Gary Walsh on Veep his career spans film, animation, and theater. Tony and Rachel discuss his career trajectory and personal growth, delving into topics like his big break with Arrested Development, the evolving definition of success, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, his routine practices, and finding value beyond professional achievements.His Netflix show The Decameron ("like, Love Island, but back in the day") premiered on July 25th and examines the theme of class struggles in the season of a pandemic, as a cast of misfits tries to outlast the bubonic plague pandemic in 1348 Florence.Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal 00:00 Overcoming Stage Fright: A Personal Journey01:07 Introduction to the Rachel Hollis Podcast01:39 Early Career Struggles and Breakthroughs03:05 Redefining Success and Personal Growth07:06 Navigating Fame and Identit

Get the Start Today Journal - https://starttoday.com/products/start-today-journal In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel discusses the importance of intuition and learning from repeated mistakes by sharing personal stories. She recounts her experiences with hiking the Camino de Santiago, a bear encounter in Wyoming, learning to surf at 41, and spending time in Europe. 00:00 Recognizing Intuition and Physical Reactions01:21 Catching Up After a Break02:03 Thoughts on American Politics04:50 Discovering a Love for Tennis06:37 Olympic Dreams and Coaching17:20 A Bear Encounter in Wyoming27:41 Learning to Surf in Hawaii30:26 Surfing Struggles and Embarrassments34:00 A Memorable Surfing Experience in Waikiki35:01 Returning to the Camino de Santiago37:08 Challenges and Realizations on the Camino45:14 Embracing Intuition and Letting Go50:41 A Relaxing Time in Menorca56:42 Upcoming Podcast Episodes and ReflectionsHave a question you want Rach to answer? An idea for a podcast episode??Call the podcast hotli

Get A Copy of "Smart Girl" on Amazon! -  https://a.co/d/gJR2hIhTo finish off July Book Club we are ending with Rachel's novel "Smart Girl". Brilliant designer Miko Jin is a bookworm (just like all of you at the end of this month) and with novels as her guide, and her best friends by her side, she is hoping to fan the flame of love with dreamy Liam Ashton. But Will Miko get her own happy ending? Will she find the strength to stand up for what she deserves…even if it means breaking her own heart?We hope you’ve had a great summer and we can’t wait to dive back into conversation next week!00:34 The Girls Series: An Overview01:25 Miko's Story: The Most Talented Girl03:30 Research and Realism in Fiction Writing04:44 Smart Girl: A Love Letter to Book Nerds05:32 Chapter Three: Miko's Plan Unfolds08:00 Cassidy's Reluctance and Miko's Determination16:23 Landon Joins the Scheme27:06 Miko's Awkward Encounter with Liam38:42 Playful Banter and Deflection39:35 Diving into Liam's Background41:23 Tension and Confessions42:49

Get A Copy of "Smart Girl" on Amazon! -  https://a.co/d/gJR2hIhTo finish off July Book Club we are ending with Rachel's novel "Smart Girl". Brilliant designer Miko Jin is a bookworm (just like all of you at the end of this month) and with novels as her guide, and her best friends by her side, she is hoping to fan the flame of love with dreamy Liam Ashton. But Will Miko get her own happy ending? Will she find the strength to stand up for what she deserves…even if it means breaking her own heart?We hope you’ve had a great summer and we can’t wait to dive back into conversation next week!00:34 Overview of the Girls Series01:39 Meet Mika: The Most Talented Girl03:30 Writing and Research Process05:33 Exploring Mika's Love Story08:52 Mika's Design Journey13:00 Dinner with Friends and Family16:32 Liam Ashton: The One Great Love27:43 Miko's Accomplishments and Liam's Interest31:37 Awkward Flirting and Tension33:15 A Proposition from Liam34:58 Home with Tosh38:15 Sibling Support and Concerns41:58 Meeting at the Restau