

The Rachel Hollis Podcast
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The Rachel Hollis Podcast is where growth meets real life. Hosted by two-time, #1 New York Times best-selling author and founder Rachel Hollis, each episode blends wisdom, humor, and practical advice to help you design a life that feels as good as it looks. From meaningful conversations to tactical insights, this is your weekly dose of inspiration for living well—at home, at work, and in your own skin.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 1h 4min
945 | Is He Letting Himself Go? How to Get Your Man to Dress Better (Without Nagging)
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This episode of The RHP features a conversation between Rachel and men’s style coach Tanner Guzy about how personal appearance connects to identity, confidence, and relationships. Tanner explains that clothing functions as a form of “visual language” that not only shapes how others perceive us but also influences how we see ourselves, arguing that many men avoid style out of fear of seeming inauthentic. He introduces the idea that style should reflect internal identity and can help individuals reconnect with purpose, especially during major life transitions such as midlife, career changes, or divorce. Their conversation broadens into themes of personal growth and relationships, suggesting that neglecting appearance can signal deeper disengagement, while intentional effort can strengthen confidence, attraction, and connection. Ultimately, the episode frames style not as vanity but as a practical and creative tool for self-development, encouraging listeners to experiment, align their external expression with their inner identity, and show up more fully in their lives.
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Mar 23, 2026 • 56min
944 | How to Go on Vacation (if no one ever taught you how)
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In this episode, Rachel argues that vacations should be intentional experiences that leave people feeling rested, inspired, and fulfilled rather than exhausted. Reflecting on her own upbringing and current lifestyle, she emphasizes the importance of prioritizing travel, and choosing the type of travel deliberately based on personal needs. Rach highlights common mistakes such as traveling with incompatible companions, over-scheduling, and focusing too much on social media instead of being present. She also encourages planning ahead, setting clear priorities with a budget, and saving for desired experiences rather than going into debt. Ultimately, she frames vacations as a reflection of self-worth and an opportunity to create lasting memories and personal growth.
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Mar 19, 2026 • 33min
943 | "Rach, he left me 2 years ago and I still cant get over him!" "Am I too old to become a nurse?"
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This episode features Rach answering listener voicemails about relationships, pursuing ideas, and chasing dreams later in life. Her advice focuses on self-respect, realistic thinking, and taking action without overcomplicating things.
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Mar 16, 2026 • 54min
942 | 7 Surprising Ways to Make Friends as an Adult (Even If You Feel Awkward)
A lively take on why adult friendships take intentional work. Practical tips include dressing to attract your tribe and showing up authentically at events. Suggestions cover joining niche classes, saying yes to invites, and becoming a familiar presence in your community. Hear ideas like scheduling creative solo dates and following up to turn acquaintances into real connections.

Mar 12, 2026 • 50min
941 | Stop Wasting Your Life: How to Leave When You Know It’s Not Right (Sunk Cost Explained)
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Is there something in your life you already know isn’t working—but you keep trying to make it work anyway?
In this episode, Rachel dives into the psychology behind why we stay stuck in relationships, careers, and situations long after we know they’re wrong. It’s called the sunk cost fallacy, the belief that we should keep investing in something simply because of how much we’ve already put into it.
If you’ve ever struggled to walk away from something that no longer serves you, this honest, tough-love conversation will help you rethink what it really means to let go and why your future might depend on it.
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Mar 9, 2026 • 50min
940 | 5 Simple Food Hacks That Fix Cravings, Energy & Hormones | The Glucose Goddess, JESSIE INCHAUSPÉ is here!
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Rachel Hollis interviews biochemist Jessie Inchauspé “Glucose Goddess,” who explains that glucose (blood sugar) fuels every cell but large spikes from high-carb or sugary foods can drive inflammation, faster aging, fat storage, cravings, fatigue, mood swings, and worse deep sleep. She shares practical hacks to keep glucose down and achieve overall wellbeing.
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00:54 Show Introduction
01:41 Guest Backstory
02:46 Glucose Basics Explained
04:56 Too Much Glucose
06:20 Monitor Breakthrough
10:04 What Spikes Do
12:05 Rollercoaster Symptoms
15:00 Simple Glucose Hacks
15:50 Move After Meals
16:47 Eat Veggies First
18:14 Savory Protein Breakfast
20:58 Sugar Timing And Coffee
22:57 Hormones And Perimenopause
25:27 Sugar And Sleep
27:23 Pregnancy Nutrition Science
28:39 Choline and Blood Sugar
29:51 Avoiding Overwhelm
32:06 Handling Pushback
35:53 Hidden Glucose Spikes
37:29 GLP One Reality Check
41:01 Sleep Stress Glucose
42:19 Afternoon Sugar Cravings
44:14 Daily Nonnegotiables
45:30 Results and Wrap Up
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Mar 5, 2026 • 41min
939 | "Rach, how do I stop hating myself?" "Rach, I think my son has ADHD""
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Mar 2, 2026 • 23min
938 | Breaking the "Quit Cycle", How Story Creates Identity & the 3-Part Framework for Real Momentum - March's Deep Dive Episode is Here!
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In today deep dive episode Rachel argues that fading motivation isn’t a discipline problem but unconscious “stories” that drive self-sabotage, often rooted in fixed-mindset messages learned in childhood. Let's figure out your stories and how to break free from the Quit Cycle!
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Feb 23, 2026 • 57min
937 | THIS Lie is Keeping You Stuck
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Rachel Hollis gives a tough-love talk on self-deception—how people perform a version of their lives (especially through social media) to feel significant, but end up emptier because they avoid facing what’s real. She breaks down three common lies (performing growth instead of doing it, living in “someday,” and performing for an audience) and offers steps to get honest: a reality-check person, a calendar/bank audit, and saying the true thing out loud.
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00:00 Scarcity Mindset & Why “Faking Abundance” Feels Empty
01:09 Meet Rachel Hollis + Why This Episode Is Tough Love
03:36 The Pattern: Performing Your Life Instead of Living It
06:10 Rachel’s Vertigo Story: When Emotions Show Up in the Body
08:55 You Can’t Fix What You Refuse to Face (Fake It Till You Make It?)
11:13 What Self-Deception Is—and Why Your Brain Does It
14:22 Sawyer, Mirrors, and the Cost of Not Seeing Reality Clearly
19:21 The Quest for Significance: Social Media, Scarcity, and “Looking Successful”
28:10 3 Types of Self-Deception (Type #1: Performing Growth vs. Real Growth)
30:05 When Self-Help Becomes a Trap: Consuming vs. Actually Growing
32:01 ‘Eat Pray Love’ Syndrome: Changing Scenery Without Changing Patterns
33:26 Real Work Isn’t Cute: The Uncomfortable, Unseen Healing Process
35:39 Self-Deception #2: Living in ‘Someday’ Instead of Facing Today
38:35 Self-Deception #3: Performing Your Life for an Audience (Social + AI)
44:07 The Way Through: Ego Deaths, Radical Honesty, and Letting Go of the Facade
46:06 Her Biggest Ego Check: Why ‘Girl, Wash Your Face’ Was Mostly Luck
50:14 3 Practical Steps to Get Real: Accountability, Audits, and Saying It Out Loud
54:37 Closing Reminder: You’re Human—Choose Truth in One Area This Week
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Feb 19, 2026 • 48min
936 | 5 Reasons You Keep Quitting On Yourself (and how to stop!)
A deep dive into why people quit their dreams and the hidden obstacles that stop progress. Conversation covers the power of tenacity, dealing with authority figures who say no, and why trends should not dictate your path. Practical focus on handling unsolicited opinions, surviving setbacks, and finding a strong why to keep going.


