About this podcast

In this insightful episode of the 'On Purpose' podcast, host Jay Shetty sits down with the brilliant Maya Shankar to explore the profound journey of embracing change, finding purpose, and navigating difficult times. Maya, a Senior Director of Behavioral Economics at Google and host of 'A Slight Change of Plans' podcast, shares invaluable insights from her illustrious career, which includes advising the Obama White House and the United Nations on behavioral science. The conversation delves into why changing one's mindset can be challenging, how to learn from others' stories, and the power of setting the right environment for personal growth. From her early dreams of becoming a violinist, tragically cut short by an injury, to her current work applying behavioral economics to public policy and personal motivation, Maya offers a compelling narrative on resilience and transformation. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the science behind sustained behavioral change, cultivate purpose, and gracefully adapt to life's inevitable shifts.