The One You Feed

From Toxic Perfection to Honest Care: Boundaries, Healing, and Wholeness with Sophia BushIn this episode, Sophia Bush discusses the complexities of human nature, spirituality, and emotional maturity. She explores the dangers of toxic positivity and the challenges of authenticity in public life. Sophia also reflects on intergenerational trauma, activism, and the importance of self-compassion. Through candid stories and practical insights, Sophia encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability, nurture the “good wolf” within, and take small, meaningful actions toward personal and collective healing. We need your help! We all know ads are part of the podcast world, and we want to improve this experience for you. Please take 2 minutes and complete this survey, it’s a quick and easy way to support this podcast. Thank You! Key Takeaways: • The parable of the two wolves and its symbolism regarding internal emotional struggles. • The importance of embracing both positive and negative emotions, avoiding toxic positivity. • The challenges of maintaining authenticity and boundaries in a public life. • The concept of spirituality as a connection to nature and the critique of organized religion. • The impact of intergenerational trauma and the shared legacy of harm and healing. • The evolution of human societies beyond tribalism and the complexities of historical progress. • The significance of self-narratives and affirmations in shaping emotional well-being. • The role of external validation and trusted feedback in countering negative self-perceptions. • The universal nature of fear, self-doubt, and the importance of self-compassion. • The call for collective action and the need for sustained effort in addressing social injustices. If you enjoyed this conversation with Sophia Bush, check out these other episodes: Being Heart Minded with Sarah Blondin Living Skillfully with Gretchen Rubin For full show notes, click here! Connect with the show: • Follow us on YouTube: @TheOneYouFeedPod • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts • or Spotify • Follow us on Instagram Grow Therapy - Whatever challenges you're facing, Grow Therapy is here to help. Sessions average about $21 with insurance, and some pay as little as $0, depending on their plan. (Availability and coverage vary by state and insurance plans. Visit growtherapy.com/feed today! Persona Nutrition delivers science-backed, personalized vitamin packs that make daily wellness simple and convenient. In just minutes, you get a plan tailored to your health goals. No clutter, no guesswork. Just grab-and-go packs designed by experts. Go to PersonaNutrition.com/FEED today to take the free assessment and get your personalized daily vitamin packs for an exclusive offer — get 40% off your first order. BAU, Artist at War opens September 26. Visit BAUmovie.com to watch the trailer and learn more—or sign up your organization for a group screening. LinkedIn: Post your job for free at linkedin.com/1youfeed. Terms and conditions apply. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The Hidden Costs of Technology and Our Search for Selfhood with Vauhini VaraIn this episode, Vauhini Vara discusses the hidden costs of technology and our search for selfhood. She explains how we live in a world where technology functions as both a lifeline and a trap—offering connection, convenience, and possibility while also shaping our choices, exploiting our attention, and redefining how we see ourselves. Together, Eric and Vauhini explore the tension of relying on tools we can’t seem to live without, the subtle ways algorithms alter our communication, and what it means to hold onto authentic selfhood in the digital age. Feeling overwhelmed, even by the good things in your life? Check out Overwhelm is Optional — a 4-week email course that helps you feel calmer and more grounded without needing to do less. In under 10 minutes a day, you’ll learn simple mindset shifts (called “Still Points”) you can use right inside the life you already have. Sign up here for only $29! Key Takeaways: • Exploration of the dual nature of technology as both beneficial and exploitative. • Discussion on the impact of major tech companies like Amazon, Google, and OpenAI on personal identity and society. • Examination of the ethical implications of consumer choices in a global capitalist system. • Reflection on how technology alters human communication and relationships. • Analysis of the concept of "algorithmic gaze" and its effects on self-perception and identity. • Personal narratives intertwining technology with experiences of grief and loss. • Consideration of AI's role in creative processes and its limitations compared to human expression. • Discussion on the commodification of identity in the age of social media and audience capture. • Insights into the ongoing negotiation between convenience and ethical considerations in technology use. • Emphasis on the importance of individual agency and conscious decision-making in navigating the digital age. If you enjoyed this conversation with Vauhini Vara, check out these other episodes Distracted or Empowered? Rethinking Our Relationship with Technology with Pete Etchells Can Radical Hope Save Us from Despair in a Fractured World? with Jamie Wheal Human Nature and Hope with Rutger Bregman For full show notes, click here! Connect with the show: • Follow us on YouTube: @TheOneYouFeedPod • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts • or Spotify • Follow us on Instagram This episode is sponsored by AG1. Your daily health drink just got more flavorful! Our listeners will get a FREE Welcome Kit worth $76 when you subscribe, including 5 AG1 Travel Packs, a shaker, canister, and scoop! Get started today! BAU, Artist at War opens September 26. Visit BAUmovie.com to watch the trailer and learn more—or sign up your organization for a group screening. LinkedIn: Post your job for free at linkedin.com/1youfeed. Terms and conditions apply. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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