Celebrating the 800th episode, Cathy shares favorite moments with Barbara Corcoran, Sheri Salata, Matthew McConaughey, Jason Mraz, Rachel Platten, Amy Purdy, Jamie Kern Lima, wisdom from Seth Godin, Deepak Chopra, Dr. Edith Eger, Priyanka Chopra, Rabbi David Aaron, and more. Topics include personal journeys, success stories, auditioning for 'The Office,' motivation, and reflections on the entrepreneurial journey.
The power of love, unity, and resilience in the face of conflict.
Embracing challenges and pursuing true passions can lead to fulfillment.
Inner strength, helping others, and the willingness to take risks contribute to success.
Deep dives
Overcoming Tragedy and Embracing Love
The podcast episode starts with a heartfelt acknowledgment of the tragic events occurring in Israel, with the host expressing her deep sadness and concern. She shares personal connections to the conflict and describes the shocking atrocities committed by the terrorist organization Hamas. Despite the heartbreaking situation, the host highlights the power of love, unity, and the resilient spirit of the Jewish people. She shares a powerful message from her community's prayer service, emphasizing their focus on goodness, love, and peace. The episode also includes a personal reflection on the supportive and loving nature of her online community.
Pursuing Dreams and Embracing Challenges
The next segment features inspiring stories from individuals who overcame significant challenges to pursue their dreams. Matthew McConaughey shares a personal anecdote about a serendipitous encounter that led to his breakthrough role in a film. Sherry Solana discusses how a period of financial struggle and rejection ultimately propelled her towards the fulfilling career she always desired. Amy Purdy shares her awe-inspiring journey of becoming a Paralympic snowboarder after losing both her legs, highlighting the power of perseverance and innovation. These stories encourage listeners to embrace challenges and pursue their true passions.
Harnessing Inner Strength and Helping Others
The final segment highlights the incredible power of inner strength and helping others. Dr. Edith Eager shares her experience as a Holocaust survivor and how she transformed tragedy into an opportunity for personal growth and choosing love over hatred. Priyanka Chopra emphasizes the importance of women supporting women and challenging societal norms that promote competition and judgment. Barbara Corcoran shares the transformative moment when her ex-partner doubted her ability to succeed, sparking a powerful determination to prove him wrong. This section also includes stories of resilience and determination from Jamie Kern Lima, Rachel Platten, and Brian Grazer, demonstrating the power of self-belief and the willingness to take risks.
Overcoming Obstacles and Surrendering to the Universe
The podcast episode shares a powerful story of how the speaker, after years of working towards a music career, had a spiritual awakening and surrendered their dreams to the universe. They realized they were holding onto their aspirations too tightly and decided to trust in the universe's plan. This surrender led to unexpected success, as their music was heard by a radio station, gained popularity, and opened doors to performing on big stages.
Embracing Purpose, Abundance, and Being Enough
The episode features insights from multiple speakers, including Deepak Chopra, who discuss the importance of recognizing abundance and purpose in life. They highlight how our beliefs about scarcity can limit us, while embracing the interconnectedness of everything can lead to a deeper sense of abundance. The speakers emphasize that true fulfillment comes from knowing oneself and embracing vulnerability, scars, and imperfections. They encourage listeners to step into their power, unapologetically pursue their desires, and use their resources to fuel positive change in the world.
We celebrate our 800th episode by sharing some of our favorite moments, including Cathy's most fired up moments, powerful stories from Barbara Corcoran, Sheri Salata, Matthew McConaughey, Jason Mraz, Rachel Platten, Amy Purdy, Jamie Kern Lima, wisdom from Seth Godin, Deepak Chopra, Dr. Edith Eger, Priyanka Chopra, and a lot more (Part 2 coming soon)
- Enter the giveaway for our 800th episode! Follow Cathy on Instagram @cathy.heller for details on the giveaway
