The author of Use Your Planets Wisely and A Map to Your Soul joins us today with an astrological update. She shares five practices to prepare for the upcoming cosmic shifts that can impact our personal relationships and communities, and how we cultivate rest and joy during this season of transition. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lauren Wesley Wilson, author of *What Do You Need?* and founder of ColorComm, shares her insights on empowering women of color in the workforce. She discusses the necessity of setting goals and engaging in purposeful networking to enhance career growth. The conversation delves into transformative strategies for building supportive communities and how resilience plays a role in navigating career setbacks. Wilson emphasizes trusting one's intuition and the importance of emotional intelligence in high-pressure environments, offering valuable guidance for personal and professional development.

Julia Hotz is a journalist and the author of The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging, which explores the concept of social prescribing. She joins Cleo Wade today to discuss the five key pillars that form the foundation of social prescriptions, finding okayness in difficult times, the power of flow states, and the potential for social prescribing to reshape healthcare policy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cleo Wade chats with the author of Fully Alive, which reframes the concept of the seven deadly sins as a framework to explore human nature, connection, and spiritual growth in modern times. They talk about Oldfield’s journey to religion, how her faith has shifted over time, why she wanted to examine sin and Christianity, and what it means to create a fulfilling life. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gwyneth Paltrow chats with Rashida Jones, an actress known for her roles in 'The Office' and 'Parks and Recreation.' They dive into the nuances of growing up in Hollywood and the impact of her mother's guidance on her identity. Rashida shares insights from her new Apple TV+ show set in Kyoto, exploring themes of loneliness and cultural richness. The conversation also touches on motherhood, the evolution of personal health practices, and the transformative power of love and loss, providing an engaging look at her creative journey.

Vicky Vlachonis, an osteopath with a holistic approach to treating pain, joins Gwyneth to explore the wisdom of our bodies. They discuss the transformative power of recognizing pain as a teacher and delve into her three-step program—Reflect, Release, and Radiate—for uncovering discomfort's root causes. Vicky shares insights from her Greek heritage, including the health benefits of high-quality olive oil rich in polyphenols. The conversation also highlights the importance of supportive relationships and wellness rituals in personal healing.

It's a special solo episode with cohost Cleo Wade. She catches up on some of your questions: what she's looking forward to this summer, how to ask a friend for space, tips on becoming more confident, advice on navigating pregnancy anxiety and stepparenting, the books that changed her life, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gwyneth is joined by a sought-after dating coach to talk about building a dating strategy based on core values and intentions, why first dates should be less than hour, ways for reframing rejection, what ghosting says about you, and how to know when you've found the right person. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Samhita Mukhopadhyay, a former executive editor of Teen Vogue and author, dives into the complexities of workplace culture and feminism. She reflects on the rise and fall of girlboss culture, critiques its ties to capitalism, and discusses the importance of values-based leadership. Samhita also shares her transformative journey as a feminist activist, emphasizing the need for youth voices in politics. The conversation touches on the fatigue from ongoing global crises and the challenges of balancing ambition and personal identity in modern workplaces.

Maggie Smith, a New York Times bestselling author, shares her touching journey through divorce and the evolution of her views on forgiveness. She delves into the complexities of vulnerability in writing, discussing how personal experiences enrich storytelling. The conversation touches on the beauty of imperfection in healing and the metaphor of Kintsugi to find strength in life's challenges. Smith also explores the importance of embracing emotional contradictions and navigating the societal pressures surrounding forgiveness and acceptance.