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Hosted by Rishma Walji · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 75 episodes
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A podcast for growth-minded people who want to get more out of life. Hosted by XO Living founder, Dr. Rishma Walji, expect interviews with experts, conversations with real people and Rishma’s unique take on the strategies and action items you can begin incorporating into your life to help you be your most vibrant self.
Rishma Walji hosts XO Conversations, a health show with 75 episodes published.
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Sunita Sah — physician and organizational psychologist — to unpack something most of us were never taught: how to speak up when it matters. Together, we explore: • Why we struggle to sa
Have you ever noticed how quickly comparison can take over? One minute you’re feeling grounded… The next, you see someone else’s post, promotion, relationship, or life update — and suddenly you’re wondering if you’re beh
When was the last time you truly rested? What happens when you literally can’t do it all anymore? For Jess, it took a broken foot, six weeks off her feet, and a complete pause in her routines to realize how deeply she’d
Have you ever done all the right things — gone to bed early, canceled plans, rested, even slept well — and still woken up feeling exhausted? This episode is for the kind of tired that sleep doesn’t fix. We’re talking abo
When life gives you lemons, what do you do? In this episode of XO Conversations, Dr. Rishma Walji sits down with Rachel Kelly, founder of Make Lemonade, to talk about how she rebuilt her life — and her identity — after c
You don’t have to be fearless to be brave. In this episode of XO Conversations, Dr. Rishma Walji sits down with Michelle “Mace” Curran, former U.S. Air Force Thunderbird fighter pilot and author of The Flip Side, to expl
We spend years chasing success — the titles, the numbers, the validation — only to realize that achievement isn’t the same as fulfillment. In this episode of XO Conversations, Dr. Rishma Walji sits down with Meghan Telpn
So many of us grow up hearing: “Save every penny,” or “Don’t waste money.” But what happens when those kinds of money stories start holding us back? In this heartfelt episode of XO Conversations, Dr. Rishma Walji sits do
Somewhere between deadlines, caregiving, and doing all the things… fun got lost. Not just the big, event-style fun — but the kind that makes you forget what time it is, that makes you laugh or relax without needing a rea
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If you’ve hit your 40s or 50s and noticed that the workouts you used to do aren’t working anymore, you’re not imagining it. In this episode, I’m joined by triple-board certified nutrition expert, fitness hall of famer, a
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You’re dependable. Capable. Always there for others. But under the surface — are you running on empty? In this episode of XO Conversations, Dr. Rishma Walji explores what it really costs to be “the strong one.” You’ll he
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In this episode, I’m sharing stories that challenge everything we’ve been told about aging. My mom is more vibrant than ever after making a big life change. A woman I admire took up boxing at 50 and shuffle dancing at 58
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Ever set a goal, feel super motivated at first, and then… life happens? You get busy, you get tired, and before you know it, you’re right back where you started. If you’ve ever wondered why change is so hard—or felt frus
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You’ve heard it before: “Get out of your comfort zone!” But what if that advice isn’t always right? What if sometimes, staying where you are is exactly what you need? The truth is, your comfort zone isn’t your enemy—it’s
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Ever find yourself staring at the ceiling at 3 AM, brain racing, knowing you should be sleeping but somehow can’t? Same. Sleep struggles hit differently when hormones, stress, and life’s mental to-do list start getting i
All I had to do was sign. That’s it. A few seconds, and it would have been done. But I waited—for months. Why? Because procrastination isn’t about being lazy or bad at time management. It’s about emotion. Fear. Anxiety.
In this special episode of XO Conversations, I’m sharing an interview I did on the Talk to Danielle podcast. We explored: The science behind savoring and its role in strengthening relationshipsHow journaling can help you
Ever sat down to “define your values” and felt completely lost? You’re not alone. Most people look at a list of 50+ values and try to pick their top three, but it's so hard—when everything sounds good, how do you actuall
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In this episode of XO Conversations, I sit down with Hanifa, a retired naturopathic doctor and grief recovery guide, to unpack the complexities of grief and loss. Together, we redefine grief beyond its traditional unders
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Life doesn’t always follow the plan. Especially in parenting. In this raw and heartfelt conversation, Diana shares her journey of raising children after receiving a medical diagnosis. From the emotional highs and lows to
Sunita Sah
award-winning Cornell University professor and expert in organizational psychology · null
1 appearance on this show
Rachel Kelly
bestselling author & mental health campaigner · Make Lemonade
1 appearance on this show
Michelle Mace Curran
Fighter Pilot · US Air Force
1 appearance on this show
Cammie Doder
Chief Marketing Officer and partner · Aspiriant
1 appearance on this show
JJ Virgin
triple-board certified nutrition expert, fitness hall of famer, author of 4 New York Times bestselling books
1 appearance on this show
Meghan Telpner
Academy of Culinary Nutrition
1 appearance on this show
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