Living a passionate life doesn’t mean living without problems. It means choosing, again and again, to focus on what lights you up, to hold onto your vision even when things feel heavy, and to stay the course when life throws you off track. Because it will. But passion isn’t about perfection, it’s about resilience. In this episode, I open up about a real struggle I was facing today, one that left me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and uncertain. But instead of staying in that place, I found my way...
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Living a passionate life doesn’t mean living without problems. It means choosing, again and again, to focus on what lights you up, to hold onto your vision even when things feel heavy, and to stay the course when life throws you off track. Because it will. But passion isn’t about perfection, it’s about resilience. In this episode, I open up about a real struggle I was facing today, one that left me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and uncertain. But instead of staying in that place, I found my way...
Living a passionate life doesn’t mean living without problems. It means choosing, again and again, to focus on what lights you up, to hold onto your vision even when things feel heavy, and to stay the course when life throws you off track. Because it will. But passion isn’t about perfection, it’s about resilience. In this episode, I open up about a real struggle I was facing today, one that left me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and uncertain. But instead of staying in that place, I found my way...
Have you ever felt inspired… only to watch that spark fade away? You start off with a burst of energy, full of excitement about something you wan, —but before long, life creeps in, and you forget what even lit you up in the first place. There’s a reason this happens, and it’s quietly robbing you of joy, fulfillment, and momentum. But what if there was a simple 3-step method to not only hold on to your inspiration—but actually amplify it? To stay connected to your desires and experience ...
I think it is safe to say that everyone wants to add more enjoyment to their day, but how do you go about doing that? In this episode I share 4 ideas to help you infuse more enjoyment and positive emotions into your life. As a result, these 4 ideas also lead to less regret. When you implement these 4 ideas into your day, you'll find that your overall satisfaction of life will also increase, because it is all connected. Here are some questions to guide you to thinking differently about your da...
Most people give up right before their breakthrough, not because they can't do it, but because they lose sight of why they started, aren't taking action, or set unrealistic expectations about the journey. In this episode, we dive into the mindset required to persevere when progress feels slow, hard, or uncertain. If you’re working toward something meaningful and feeling the weight of the process, ask yourself: Do you know exactly what you want?Are you reconnecting with that vision daily?Are y...
What’s the story you’ve been telling yourself and how is it shaping your life Sometimes we feel stuck, not because life is holding us back, but because we're clinging to a story that no longer serves us. Whether it's about why you're not where you want to be, why something hasn’t worked out, or why you’re not “ready”, these internal narratives become invisible barriers to your potential. Listen as I walk you through the exact process to shift out of shame and into self-respect. By the end of ...
What if the biggest breakthroughs in your life came not from others showing up for you, but from you showing up for yourself? In this powerful episode, we explore what it truly means to support yourself in difficult moments. You'll discover how simple, intentional actions can rewire your inner dialogue and spark a new level of confidence and clarity. You’ll learn: How to recognize the hidden ways you abandon yourself in fear Why giving yourself acknowledgment (literally, a high fiv...
What if confidence wasn’t something you were born with, but something you could build anytime you wanted? In this episode I'll unpacks the three foundational levers that create true confidence: deservingness, dreams, and decisiveness. We'll explore how failing to integrate your wins, staying stuck in old patterns, or avoiding bold action can quietly erode your self-belief, even if everything looks “successful” from the outside. The key takeaway you'll learn is that confidence is less about pe...
When was the last time you did something you were afraid of, even if it was something small? Most people think that a courageous act has to be big, when in fact it is the complete opposite. Courage shows up in the small moments that require us to step into our fears. In this episode, we break down what courage really looks like in daily life. It’s not always a grand act or a massive leap, often, it’s the subtle moments where your body tenses, your mind resists, and something inside you whispe...
Have you been so caught up in your day-to-day that you’ve forgotten what it feels like to live your day, not just get through it? In this episode, we explore just it is to let stress and routine distort your perspective, making a hard day feel like a hard life. But what if the truth is, everything is actually okay… you're just zoomed in too far? In this episode I'll share my own story of nearly hitting a breaking point, then finding surprising peace, not by fixing anything, but by stepping ou...
When was the last time you allowed yourself to follow an exciting impulse? Maybe it was stopping at that café you always pass, taking the long way home, or booking the trip you’ve been talking about for years. What if you made space for more of those moments? How much more alive, present, and energized would you feel each day? In this episode, I share how ignoring a simple desire—like stopping at a neighborhood pizzeria—and nearly talking myself out of booking a trip to Sri Lanka and Laos rev...
Today invite yourself to look past the surface-level excuses we all use—“I don’t have the time,” “It’s too expensive,” “I’m not ready”—and explore what’s really stopping you from chasing the life you want. Through a story about a dream job at Starbucks and a conversation with a friend stuck in indecision, Donny uncovers a universal truth: the real barrier is rarely logistics—it’s fear. Fear of not being good enough. Fear of failing. Fear of stepping into something unfamiliar. But what if you ...
Are you living your day—or just surviving it? In this episode of One Life, Donny Raus invites you to pause and take a real inventory of your life. As summer winds down, so many of us find ourselves overwhelmed, overextended, and stuck in routines that no longer serve us. Donny shares his own recent spiral into stress—and how a simple act of awareness became the catalyst for profound change. You’ll hear how burnout creeps in when we ignore our needs, skip self-care, and suppress the smal...
Let's explore how the unexpected detours in life—those frustrating, off-script moments—may actually hold the key to more joy, presence, and growth than we realize. After reflecting on a conversation with his friend Diego and a past travel experience in Montenegro, Donny unpacks how his mindset while traveling—open, curious, and flexible—was drastically different from the rigidity he sometimes felt at home. So what changed? Not the circumstances… just the story he told himself about them...
We often put pressure on ourselves to "be there already"—to have figured it all out, to be further along, to have everything perfect yesterday. Through a heartfelt conversation with a friend and a behind-the-scenes look at his espresso blending journey, Donny unpacks how internal frustration isn’t always about the task at hand—it’s often rooted in a deeper fear: that time is slipping by and we’re not where we thought we’d be. You’ll hear how rushing through goals, skipping the rituals t...
Sometimes what feels like overwhelm from a project, a person, or a technical glitch is really something deeper: the tension between where you are and where you thought you'd be by now. In this episode, Donny Raus shares a raw and honest moment behind the scenes—struggling to build an online funnel, battling tech issues, and feeling like things should have happened already. But what started as venting about broken platforms turned into a moment of personal clarity: the frustration wasn’t about...
When was the last time you truly stopped? Not just paused for a breath—but dropped everything, tuned into your body, and asked: How am I really feeling right now? In this episode, you’ll explore why stopping feels so hard, what resistance looks like in the moment, and how your mind fights to keep you in old patterns. Drawing wisdom from Walden by Thoreau, Donny reminds us that what we truly need is far less than we think—and joy lives on the other side of simplicity. This is your invitation t...
In this episode, we explore the invisible force that often shapes our choices without us realizing: fear. Not the kind that keeps you safe, but the kind that quietly convinces you to shrink — to stay small, delay action, or play it safe. What if fear isn’t the enemy, but your relationship to it is? We’ll uncover how fear shows up in our lives, not as a signal to stop, but as a signpost pointing to growth. You'll hear reflections that invite you to question: Where have you bumped up against fe...
In this thought-provoking episode, Donny Raus unpacks a powerful conversation with a fellow entrepreneur who, despite his outward success, revealed a life quietly slipping by—long days, little freedom, and even less joy. It sparked a deeper reflection: What does success really mean if it costs you your time, energy, and aliveness? Through personal insights and hard-earned wisdom, Donny challenges the belief that hustle is the only path to prosperity. He guides you to explore your own definiti...
In a world filled with noise, demands, and expectations, it’s easy to lose touch with your inner truth. Maybe you’ve been chasing what others say you “should” want. Maybe the constant pressure to perform, please, or produce has left you feeling overwhelmed, unfulfilled, or unclear on your next move. This episode invites you to pause—to shut out the noise and reconnect with yourself. You’ll explore how to create intentional moments of silence that allow your true desires, dreams, and direction...
n this raw and courageous episode of One Life, Donny Raus invites you to face the one decision you’ve been putting off—the one that could free your energy, sharpen your focus, and change your life. Whether it’s a career move, a health concern, or a relationship shift, Donny reminds us that not deciding is still a decision—and it often costs us far more than we realize. Through a vulnerable story about his own health fears and delayed decisions, Donny shares how avoidance kept him in a loop of...
Living a passionate life doesn’t mean living without problems. It means choosing, again and again, to focus on what lights you up, to hold onto your vision even when things feel heavy, and to stay the course when life throws you off track. Because it will. But passion isn’t about perfection, it’s about resilience. In this episode, I open up about a real struggle I was facing today, one that left me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and uncertain. But instead of staying in that place, I found my way...
