XO Conversations

Rishma Walji
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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.

  1. When You Feel Guilty For Resting

    2025-12-15

    When You Feel Guilty For Resting

    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 tied her worth to her productivity. In this episode, we explore the emotional reality of “rest guilt” — the belief that you’re only valuable when you’re doing, helping, performing, achieving, or holding everything together. Jess opens up about the meltdown that made her ask, “Who am I if I’m not doing all the things?” and how she's redefining worth, presence, and capacity. We talk about: • Feeling useless or unworthy when you can’t be productive • How to accept help (even when it feels uncomfortable) • Why women often tie value to caretaking, tasks, and saying yes • How Jess learned to rest without shame • The surprising way slowing down made her more productive • Redefining movement, connection, and capacity If you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or secretly afraid of slowing down, this episode will help you rethink your relationship with rest — and give yourself permission to be human. 🎧 Listen if you’re craving: Permission to rest Freedom from productivity pressure Emotional resilience and self-compassion   YouTube video:   Engage & Connect: Want more insights, tips, and personal stories? Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive content and updates on upcoming episodes.Gifts for Listeners: Take your first step towards an extraordinary life with our FREE resources. Check out our free quiz at livingxo.com/quiz and plot your current decision-making process. Discover actionable steps to move closer to your goals.Grab my FREE gratitude challenge: livingxo.com/gratitudeDownload my FREE handout 5 Must-Ask Questions before making a decision livingxo.com/questionsFREE workbook to help you figure out what you really want (not what you think you should want): livingxo.com/mygoals  p.s. If you found value in this episode, please share and leave a 5 star rating and review on your preferred podcast platform!

    15 min
  2. Why You’re Still Tired After Resting

    2025-12-08

    Why You’re Still Tired After Resting

    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 about emotional exhaustion — how it’s different from physical fatigue, why it’s so common right now, and why so many of us keep trying to solve emotional depletion with physical solutions. In this conversation, I walk you through how emotional energy gets quietly drained over time — through “shoulds” you don’t agree with, constant responsibility, being needed by everyone, and pretending you’re okay when you’re not. And more importantly, what it actually takes to move from rest to restoration. You’ll learn: - How to tell if you’re physically tired or emotionally drained - Why emotional exhaustion can look like burnout, numbness, or constant tension - How “shoulds” quietly leak your emotional energy - The difference between rest and true emotional restoration - How boundaries, connection, and purpose help you recharge at a deeper level This episode is especially for you if: You feel tired even after a full night’s sleep You’re capable of doing everything — but don’t want to anymore You feel tense when someone needs something from you You’re a parent, caregiver, professional, entrepreneur, or helper You’re tired of powering through and want to feel restored again If rest hasn’t been working for you, it may not be your body that needs the break. It may be your heart. Engage & Connect: Want more insights, tips, and personal stories? Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive content and updates on upcoming episodes.Gifts for Listeners: Take your first step towards an extraordinary life with our FREE resources. Check out our free quiz at livingxo.com/quiz and plot your current decision-making process. Discover actionable steps to move closer to your goals.Grab my FREE gratitude challenge: livingxo.com/gratitudeDownload my FREE handout 5 Must-Ask Questions before making a decision livingxo.com/questionsFREE workbook to help you figure out what you really want (not what you think you should want): livingxo.com/mygoals  p.s. If you found value in this episode, please share and leave a 5 star rating and review on your preferred podcast platform!

    12 min
  3. How to Redesign Your Life Around the Lifestyle You Want

    2025-12-01

    How to Redesign Your Life Around the Lifestyle You Want

    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 closing her dream business during the pandemic. From launching a women’s coworking space to discovering her passion for floristry, Rachel’s journey is a masterclass in creative reinvention and self-trust. Together, they explore: 🍋 How to pivot when life doesn’t go as planned 💬 Why “failure” is often just redirection 🌸 What it means to live a truly creative life 🪞 How to separate your identity from your business ✨ Why courage often sounds like intuition If you’ve ever felt stuck, uncertain, or ready for a change, this conversation will remind you that it’s never too late to make something beautiful out of the unexpected.   Watch on YouTube Engage & Connect: Want more insights, tips, and personal stories? Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive content and updates on upcoming episodes.Gifts for Listeners: Take your first step towards an extraordinary life with our FREE resources. Check out our free quiz at livingxo.com/quiz and plot your current decision-making process. Discover actionable steps to move closer to your goals.Grab my FREE gratitude challenge: livingxo.com/gratitudeDownload my FREE handout 5 Must-Ask Questions before making a decision livingxo.com/questionsFREE workbook to help you figure out what you really want (not what you think you should want): livingxo.com/mygoals  p.s. If you found value in this episode, please share and leave a 5 star rating and review on your preferred podcast platform!

    36 min
  4. Building Confidence When You Don’t Feel Ready

    2025-11-24

    Building Confidence When You Don’t Feel Ready

    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 explore how courage really works — in the air and in life. From blacking out mid-flight at nine times the force of gravity to performing in front of millions as one of the few women fighter pilots in the world, Michelle’s story is about more than speed and precision. It’s about what happens after the fear hits — and how to move anyway. Together, they dive into: ✈️ What fighter jets taught her about failure and control 💭 How to separate self-worth from performance 🪞 Why courage isn’t the absence of fear — it’s the pause before reaction 🌱 How to build confidence through recovery, not perfection 💡 The real meaning of starting before you’re ready Whether you’re standing at the edge of a big decision or simply craving more confidence in everyday life, this conversation will remind you that bravery starts with one small, honest step. 🎧 Listen if you’re ready to: Overcome self-doubt and imposter feelings Reframe failure as feedback Build courage in uncertainty Learn from one of the few women fighter pilots in the world  Watch on YouTube:  Learn more: macecurran.com More Resources: livingxo.com/resources Engage & Connect: Want more insights, tips, and personal stories? Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive content and updates on upcoming episodes.Gifts for Listeners: Take your first step towards an extraordinary life with our FREE resources. Check out our free quiz at livingxo.com/quiz and plot your current decision-making process. Discover actionable steps to move closer to your goals.Grab my FREE gratitude challenge: livingxo.com/gratitudeDownload my FREE handout 5 Must-Ask Questions before making a decision livingxo.com/questionsFREE workbook to help you figure out what you really want (not what you think you should want): livingxo.com/mygoals  p.s. If you found value in this episode, please share and leave a 5 star rating and review on your preferred podcast platform!

    54 min
  5. What Happens When Success Isn’t Enough

    2025-11-17

    What Happens When Success Isn’t Enough

    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 Telpner, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and founder of the Academy of Culinary Nutrition, to talk about what happens when you outgrow the version of success you once worked so hard to build. After leading a multimillion-dollar business with students all over the world, Meghan made a radical choice — to walk away. What came next wasn’t burnout, but a complete redefinition of what it means to live well. Together, we explore: ✨ How to know when “enough” is truly enough 💬 The emotional toll of achievement and identity 🌱 Why rest and creativity are the new measures of success 💡 How to reconnect with joy and self-worth after success 🪞 What it means to live in alignment instead of autopilot This isn’t a story about quitting. It’s a story about redefining your goals, and a new kind of success that’s rooted in peace, values, creativity, and purpose.   Episode LinksWatch on YouTube Learn more about Meghan Explore tools for intentional living: livingxo.com/resources Engage & Connect: Want more insights, tips, and personal stories? Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive content and updates on upcoming episodes.Gifts for Listeners: Take your first step towards an extraordinary life with our FREE resources. Check out our free quiz at livingxo.com/quiz and plot your current decision-making process. Discover actionable steps to move closer to your goals.Grab my FREE gratitude challenge: livingxo.com/gratitudeDownload my FREE handout 5 Must-Ask Questions before making a decision livingxo.com/questionsFREE workbook to help you figure out what you really want (not what you think you should want): livingxo.com/mygoals  p.s. If you found value in this episode, please share and leave a 5 star rating and review on your preferred podcast platform!

    49 min
  6. Changing How You Think About Money (And Yourself)

    2025-11-10

    Changing How You Think About Money (And Yourself)

    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 down with Cammie Doder and Sandi Bragar, co-hosts of the Money Tales Podcast, to explore the emotional and practical sides of money.  ✨ How childhood money stories shape adult decisions 💬 Why our values and beliefs about money often get tangled 💡 How to talk about finances with your partner — without tension 🌱 How to redefine “enough” in a world that tells us to keep striving 🧭 The intersection of identity, purpose, and financial wellbeing This isn’t a technical finance episode — it’s a deeper look at how our money mindset mirrors our emotional life. Whether you’re redefining success, feeling financially stuck, or simply craving more alignment in how you earn, spend, and give, this conversation will help you reconnect money with meaning. Engage & Connect: Want more insights, tips, and personal stories? Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive content and updates on upcoming episodes.Gifts for Listeners: Take your first step towards an extraordinary life with our FREE resources. Check out our free quiz at livingxo.com/quiz and plot your current decision-making process. Discover actionable steps to move closer to your goals.Grab my FREE gratitude challenge: livingxo.com/gratitudeDownload my FREE handout 5 Must-Ask Questions before making a decision livingxo.com/questionsFREE workbook to help you figure out what you really want (not what you think you should want): livingxo.com/mygoals  p.s. If you found value in this episode, please share and leave a 5 star rating and review on your preferred podcast platform!

    33 min
  7. The lost art of having fun - and how to get it back

    2025-06-09

    The lost art of having fun - and how to get it back

    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 reason, that reminds you who you are under all the responsibility. In this episode, I explore the real reasons fun feels so out of reach for so many women — and why adding more of it back into our lives is less about being silly, and more about reconnecting with presence, lightness, and joy. You’ll hear from women who tried a weeklong “fun experiment,” what worked (and what didn’t), and what we discovered about joy that surprised us all. Plus, I’ll walk you through a simple thought process for bringing more lightness into your day — no vacation required. 🎧 What we cover: Why fun feels harder the more “grown up” you get The hidden cost of only being productive How to find joy again in small, unplanned moments The 5 types of daily fun (yes, even for the serious ones) What “fun” actually means when you’re juggling everything Whether you’re craving more laughter, more lightness, or just a way to feel like you again — this one’s for you. 🖐🏻 Want my free list of 50+ ways to add fun back into your life? Find it here: livingxo.com/havefun And if you’re feeling stuck between who you used to be and who you want to become, I offer free coaching calls. Reach out at hello@livingxo.com   Engage & Connect: Want more insights, tips, and personal stories? Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive content and updates on upcoming episodes.Gifts for Listeners: Take your first step towards an extraordinary life with our FREE resources. Check out our free quiz at livingxo.com/quiz and plot your current decision-making process. Discover actionable steps to move closer to your goals.Grab my FREE gratitude challenge: livingxo.com/gratitudeDownload my FREE handout 5 Must-Ask Questions before making a decision livingxo.com/questionsFREE workbook to help you figure out what you really want (not what you think you should want): livingxo.com/mygoals  p.s. If you found value in this episode, please share and leave a 5 star rating and review on your preferred podcast platform!

    23 min
  8. [Interview] The Secret to Aging Powerfully

    2025-05-26

    [Interview] The Secret to Aging Powerfully

    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, author of 4 New York Times bestselling books, JJ Virgin.  We’re talking about what really happens to your body in your 40s and beyond—especially when it comes to exercise, hormones, and energy.  We cover everything from strength training and metabolism to recovery, motivation, and what JJ calls your “metabolic Spanx.” It’s science-backed, practical, and surprisingly encouraging. Whether you’ve been feeling frustrated with your workouts, unsure how to shift your routine, or just want to feel stronger and more grounded in your body—this conversation is for you. This isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what works now. Engage & Connect: Want more insights, tips, and personal stories? Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive content and updates on upcoming episodes.Gifts for Listeners: Take your first step towards an extraordinary life with our FREE resources. Check out our free quiz at livingxo.com/quiz and plot your current decision-making process. Discover actionable steps to move closer to your goals.Grab my FREE gratitude challenge: livingxo.com/gratitudeDownload my FREE handout 5 Must-Ask Questions before making a decision livingxo.com/questionsFREE workbook to help you figure out what you really want (not what you think you should want): livingxo.com/mygoals  p.s. If you found value in this episode, please share and leave a 5 star rating and review on your preferred podcast platform!

    23 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Rishma Walji
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    73
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    XO Conversations

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