

Teal Swan
Teal Swan
A podcast for everyone who wants to get inspired towards authenticity, freedom and joy. Featuring the "AskTeal" episodes, meditations and inspiration by author and public speaker Teal Swan.
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Oct 19, 2024 • 10min
Stop Trying to Regulate Your Emotions!
In this episode, Teal Swan explains why trying to control or regulate emotions is detrimental and suggests a healthier approach: embracing your emotions while mastering your behavior. Discover why emotional regulation isn't the answer and what you should be focusing on instead.

Oct 12, 2024 • 13min
Non Reactivity is not Necessarily an Indication of Health or Enlightenment
In this episode, Teal Swan explores why emotional non-reactivity is not necessarily an indication of personal growth or enlightenment, and how the societal obsession with emotional control may be causing more harm than good. Learn the truth about emotions and the importance of being in a healthy relationship with them.

Oct 5, 2024 • 14min
The Negative Impacts of Dating Apps
Dating apps have revolutionized how we form romantic relationships, offering convenience and access to more potential partners. However, they come with significant downsides. In this episode, Teal Swan explores the negative impacts of dating apps, from superficial connections and hookup culture to reduced emotional intimacy and self-esteem.

Sep 28, 2024 • 15min
The Gates: the Great Untold Prerequisite to Getting What You Want
The path to achieving what you want is never straightforward—it’s filled with challenges and obstacles that often reveal themselves only as you progress. In this episode, Teal Swan uncovers the great untold prerequisite for getting what you want, helping you navigate the inevitable "gates" you’ll encounter on your journey. Learn how to consciously embrace these barriers as opportunities for personal transformation and success.

Sep 21, 2024 • 21min
Toxic Positivity: Why 'Good Vibes Only' is Hurting You
Toxic positivity is becoming a rampant coping mechanism in today's society, where many turn to it to avoid facing negative emotions and difficult realities. In this episode, Teal Swan explains what toxic positivity is, why it’s harmful, and how to break free from it to embrace true healing and growth. Discover how to navigate life with authentic positivity, grounded in reality.

Sep 14, 2024 • 12min
How To Be Courageous - 11 Powerful Tips
Teal Swan shares eleven powerful tips to help you cultivate courage, dispel common misconceptions, and embrace discomfort as a path to growth and success. Discover how to make courage a conscious choice in your life, no matter the challenges you face.

Sep 7, 2024 • 14min
The Difference Between Discipline and Bulldozing
There is a lot of confusion going around about when doing something qualifies as being disciplined and when doing something qualifies as bulldozing yourself. This confusion is a problem when one is an important element of success and the other is a road to failure. For this reason, I’m going to explain the difference between discipline and bulldozing.

Aug 31, 2024 • 10min
How Validation Can Become a Form of Abuse
Validation is crucial in relationships, especially for those who've experienced invalidation. It involves recognizing and accepting someone's feelings as real and important. However, validation can be misused when it’s given without taking action to resolve the underlying issue, leaving the person stuck in pain. Watch this video as Teal unpacks this far too common form of abuse.

Aug 24, 2024 • 11min
Accept This Truth to Experience True Happiness
Many of us believe that reaching our desires—whether it's finding a soulmate, achieving financial success, or attaining enlightenment—will bring us lasting happiness. However, Teal challenges this belief by showing that achieving what you desire won't lead to enduring happiness.

Aug 17, 2024 • 15min
A Big Reason Many People Never Succeed
Teal Swan, a renowned speaker known for her deep insights into personal growth, delves into the often overlooked relationship between pain and success. She discusses how contrast avoidance can hinder our progress, urging listeners to embrace discomfort as a necessary step towards achieving their goals. By examining the sacrifices involved in success, Teal emphasizes the importance of understanding individual definitions of success and the balance between effort and meaningful outcomes. Prepare to rethink your approach to achieving dreams!


