Have you ever felt like you were meant for more?

What would you do if money wasn’t a factor?

Today, Jay joins The Pivot Podcast for a conversation that explores the beauty, discomfort, and transformation found in life’s biggest pivots. Sitting down with hosts Fred Taylor, Channing Crowder, and Ryan Clark, Jay opens up about the fear of being seen starting from zero, the discipline forged through solitude, and the inner strength that comes from committing to a life of purpose.

Throughout the episode, Jay and the hosts dive into the difference between passion and purpose, the value of consistency over talent, and why the most meaningful success often starts small. With candor and warmth, Jay also shares insights on love, authenticity, and mindfulness, reminding listeners that who we become is shaped not by how the world sees us, but by how we see ourselves. The conversation is raw, reflective, and often humorous, touching on everything from identity and appearance to relationships and emotional maturity.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to Start from Zero Without Fear

How to Build Confidence Through Solitude

How to Stay Grounded in a World of Noise

How to Know If It’s Time to Pivot

How to Let Go Without Calling It a Failure

How to Make Stillness Your Superpower

How to Discover Purpose by Collecting, Then Connecting

Whether you're rebuilding, realigning, or simply reflecting, this episode offers the grounded wisdom and practical tools to navigate it all.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

00:26 The Power of Practicing Public Speaking for 10 Years

03:10 Why People Seek Inspiration from Others

05:41 Discovering the Purpose That Fuels Motivation

08:52 Ways to Integrate Mindfulness Into Daily Life

12:43 A Glimpse Into the Discipline of Monk Life

14:16 How Deep Connection Leads to Greater Learning

18:23 Understanding Why Similar Actions Have Different Intentions

24:46 Exploring Whether Appearance Really Matters

28:38 Learning to Be Alone Without Feeling Lonely

34:16 Embracing Stillness and the Strength of Solitude

37:16 The Impact of Meeting the Right Person at the Right Time

41:08 What It Takes to Practice Celibacy

44:43 Unpacking the Biggest Misconception About Love

48:33 The Most Challenging Part of Loving Someone

51:46 Why Choosing the Right Leaders Truly Matters

54:37 How Failure Can Lead to Growth and Insight

56:41 Can Real Love Be Found on Dating Apps?

01:01:16 Taking the First Step Toward Finding Purpose

01:04:16 Why Consistency and Practice Outshine Talent

01:06:48 Defining the Moments That Mark a Major Life Pivot

01:11:32 Reframing Failure as a Simple Pivot

01:15:06 What to Expect in the Live Tour

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