Conflict doesn’t have to be a battlefield—it can be a breakthrough. In this episode, we unpack the stories we tell ourselves, why asking better questions is the ultimate plot twist, and how a little curiosity can dissolve even the toughest tensions. Plus, we dive into simple, science-backed hacks to calm your system (widen your gaze, anyone?) and reclaim your cool in the heat of the moment. Growth starts here.

Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

Powered By Purpose by Sarah Rozenthuler

Understanding Ho'oponopono

Sleep isn’t just downtime – it’s a superpower. In this episode, we dive into the eye-opening impact of sleep deficits (spoiler: your late nights might be hitting harder than happy hour), lessons learned from chasing better sleep, and why quality rest is the ultimate life hack for sharper thinking and better judgment. Because when it comes to sleep, the difference between surviving and thriving is only a few Zzzs away.

Key Topics Discussed

• Why sleep is the one thing you can’t phone in
• The impact of sleep deficits on judgment and performance
• How James, Mary, and Stel set themselves up for a good night
• Why the number of hours you sleep isn’t the best metric to monitor

Books and Experts Referenced:

• Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker
• The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron
• Sleep is Your Superpower TEDtalk
• Huberman Lab Podcast:

Faith comes in many forms – religion, belief, conviction – but what’s really guiding us? From trusting the unseen to betting on ourselves, this conversation digs into what anchors us and how faith shapes our decisions, identities, and everyday mischief.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Why faith is often avoided as a topic of conversation.
• The intersection of faith, belief, and energy.
• The difference between belief and faith.
• How faith shapes our values and decisions, both personally and professionally.
• The importance of curiosity and open-mindedness.

Tools and Practices Mentioned:

• The power of intention: Aligning thoughts, feelings, and actions to achieve goals.
• Energy and focus: How intentionality and faith can shape outcomes.
• Curiosity over certainty: Embracing questions about the unknown as part of personal growth.

Books and Experts Referenced:

• Learned Optimism by Martin Seligman: Amazon
• Huberman Lab Podcast: Website