On Purpose with Jay Shetty

Exhausted From Being a People Pleaser? Use THIS 0–10 Rule to Say “No” Without Guilt

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Oct 3, 2025
Discover the art of saying no with confidence using the 0–10 rule to protect your energy. Jay shares his journey from speaking to empty rooms to spreading wisdom globally. Learn how to reframe adversity and turn pain into strength. He emphasizes the importance of presence over time and how to navigate an AI-driven world while staying true to your soul. With inspiring stories of resilience, this discussion encourages a childlike perspective to spark creativity and deepen connections.
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ANECDOTE

From Empty Rooms To Global Audience

  • Jay Shetty practiced speaking to empty rooms after events repeatedly had no attendees.
  • He kept a day job while giving free evening talks until videos and podcasts grew his audience.
INSIGHT

How The 'Second Arrow' Amplifies Pain

  • The Buddha's second arrow teaches that pain is compounded by the meaning we add to it.
  • Stop firing the second arrow by avoiding negative self-judgment about adversity.
ADVICE

List Hard Things To Build Courage

  • Make a list of every hard thing you've overcome to boost confidence and courage.
  • Stop giving negative meaning to painful events to avoid extra suffering.
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