87. Dr. Dan Siegel: The Science of Becoming Whole Again — How Curiosity, Love & Truth Heal Everything

If you've ever felt anxious, overwhelmed, or like you're stuck in patterns you can't explain—this episode is for you. You're not broken. You're not failing. You're simply disconnected from the truth of who you really are.In this deeply moving conversation, Dr. Dan Siegel—world-renowned psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and bestselling author—joins Raj to reveal the science of reconnection. Together, they uncover how trauma, culture, and outdated ideas of the "self" have fractured our inner world—and how we can reclaim wholeness, purpose, and power.This isn't just about mental health. This is about healing the disconnection between your mind, your body, and something bigger.In this episode, you'll learn:The revolutionary COAL framework: Curiosity, Openness, Acceptance & Love—and how it transforms your nervous systemWhy the Western idea of "self as individual body" is literally killing us—and what quantum physics reveals about who you really areThe 3 pillars of mindfulness that create measurable changes in your DNA, immune system, and longevityHow forgiveness is actually "giving up all hope for a different past"—and why this sets you freeThe difference between chaos, rigidity, and the "FACES flow" of optimal mental healthWhy uncertainty isn't something to fear—it's the portal to infinite possibility and freedomDr. Siegel's daily Wheel of Awareness practice that grounds him and connects the quantum realm to everyday lifeHow integration (differentiating while linking) is the secret to thriving relationships, brain health, and planetary healingWhy this moment of global disorganization might be humanity's "caterpillar to butterfly" transformationThe scientific truth that we're all emergences from the same source of possibility—and how living this changes everythingThis episode is a roadmap back to wholeness—backed by decades of research and delivered with profound compassion. Dr. Siegel doesn't just explain the science; he shows you how to embody it.Connect with Dan:https://drdansiegel.com/Connect with Raj:Newsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: @raj_janaiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Stay Grounded Podcast is your go-to resource for conversations that help you become the most grounded, authentic, and loving version of yourself that you can be. Each week, host Raj Jana -- co-founder of Liber8 -- uses his relentless curiosity to interview a diversity of guests who have mastered different concepts for living a life that’s true to them.With the help of Raj’s deep questions and his ability to distill complex subjects into digestible takeaways, regular listeners discover empowering perspectives around mindset, emotional well-being, and spirituality as well as tools and frameworks for developing the self-awareness needed to show up fully for the people and things that matter most in their lives. Our hope is that your mind can take a rest as your heart tunes into conversations that are designed to help you feel calm, uplifted, and loved. Each episode is designed to help you discover something new in yourself, offering messages that feel as if they were recorded just for you. You’ll feel like a fly on the wall as you witness honest and vulnerable conversations between friends that track the highs and lows experienced when you’re working to embody your true nature and purpose. No matter where you come from or what you’re going through, you’re not alone. This podcast is predicated on the idea that by authentically sharing our stories, we can inspire healing and insight for each other. In the words of the late Ram Dass, “We are all just walking each other home.”Welcome to the Stay Grounded family. For more information, head to www.rajjana.com/podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.