Jenna Kutcher, a Minnesota-based entrepreneur and host of the Goal Digger Podcast, discusses her latest book, 'How Are You, Really?' She emphasizes the importance of genuine self-reflection and the freedom to admit when we’re not okay. The conversation covers avoiding burnout by setting boundaries, the pitfalls of hustle culture, and the need to embrace change. Jenna also shares insights on how to create meaningful goals and the power of connecting with others for support. Prioritizing joy and self-discovery is key to redefining success.
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Importance of "How Are You, Really?"
Jenna Kutcher emphasizes the difference between a superficial "How are you?" and a genuine "How are you, really?".
The latter encourages self-reflection and honesty, crucial for personal growth.
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Embrace Stillness
Regularly practice stillness to connect with your intuition and inner voice.
Prioritize self-reflection amidst the noise of the world to discern your true feelings.
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Finding Stillness in a Busy Life
Jenna Kutcher shares her experience of prioritizing achievement over rest, even skipping Shavasana in yoga.
She now practices intentional transitions between activities to cultivate stillness.
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Jay Shetty talks to Jenna Kutcher about her newest book called, How Are You, Really? Sometimes, when people ask us how we are, we tend to lie and just reply, “I’m fine.” We even lie to ourselves to make us feel better even though we really are not. But what difference would it make if we actually try to get to know ourselves better and get to know how we are…really?
Jenna Kutcher is a born-and-raised Minnesota wife, mother, and entrepreneur who aims for two things daily: helping others wake up to life and staying in comfy pants. Creator and host of the top-rated Goal Digger Podcast, she’s helped thousands redefine success and chase bold dreams through her decade-long work as a leading online personality and educator.
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