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Read, Reflect, Rise with Wils Struthers-CooperS1E11: The Truth About Love & Approval — Byron Katie's 'I Need Your Love, Is That True?'S1E11: The Truth About Love — Byron Katie’s ‘I Need Your Love, Is That True?’What if the love & approval you’ve been working so hard to earn... was already yours?In this episode of Read, Reflect, Rise, host Wils Struthers-Cooper takes you into the deep waters of love, worthiness, and inner freedom through the words of bestselling author and spiritual teacher Byron Katie. Drawing from Katie’s book I Need Your Love, Is That True?, this episode is an invitation to question the stories we believe about love, approval, and our need to...2025-06-1322 minRead, Reflect, Rise with Wils Struthers-CooperTaming the Urge: ‘The Willpower Instinct’, Compassion, and the Power of PauseS1E10: Taming the Urge: ‘The Willpower Instinct’ Compassion& the Power of Pause Struggling with self-control? Feel like your willpowerdisappears the moment life gets chaotic? You’re not alone — and today’s episode offers a powerful reframe that blends science, mindfulness, and soul.In this episode of Read, Reflect, Rise, host WilsStruthers-Cooper brings you into the compassionate world of health psychologist Kelly McGonigal and her groundbreaking book The Willpower Instinct. Together, we’ll explore why willpower isn’t about being tougher — it’s about being kinder.🌿 Listen to an eye-openingpassage from McGonigal’s work🌿 Follow a shor...2025-06-0825 minRead, Reflect, Rise with Wils Struthers-CooperS1E9 Burnout and the Balm of Self-Compassion: Mindful Self-Compassion for Burnout by Kristin Neff and Christopher GermerBurnout and the Balm of Self-Compassion: MindfulSelf-Compassion for Burnout by Kristin Neff and Christopher GermerEpisode 9 | Read, Reflect, Rise with Wils Struthers-CooperIf you've ever felt emotionally exhausted, chronically stretched, tapped out, touched out, or like you're running on empty, or beyond empty—you are not alone. In this powerful episode of Read, Reflect, Rise, Wils Struthers-Cooper gently guides you through the healing insights of Kristin Neff & Christopher Germer, pioneering researchers and authors ofMindful Self-Compassion for Burnout.🧠 Learn why burnout isn’t just about doing too much—but about life imbalance without compassion 💓 Discover how...2025-05-3117 minRead, Reflect, Rise with Wils Struthers-CooperRead, Reflect, Rise S1E8: Turning Fear into Fuel for Transformation with Beyond Anxiety by Martha BeckS1E8 Turning Fear into Fuel for Transformation with 'Beyond Anxiety' by Martha BeckWhat if your anxiety wasn’t something to fix… but somethingto listen to?In this powerful episode of Read, Reflect, Rise with WilsStruthers-Cooper, we explore a life-changing excerpt from Martha Beck’s newest book, Beyond Anxiety. Known for her grounded wisdom and deep truth-telling, Martha invites us to see anxiety not as a flaw, but as a sacredsignal — a guide to transformation.You’ll hear:✨ A soulful reading from Beyond Anxiety✨ A guided reflection on how anxiety can be...2025-05-2515 minRead, Reflect, Rise with Wils Struthers-CooperFreedom Within — Read, Reflect, Rise with The Untethered Soul by Michael A. SingerS1E7: Freedom Within — The Untethered Soul by Michael A. SingerWhat if peace isn’t found by silencing your mind… but bylearning not to believe everything it says?In this calming and reflective episode of Read, Reflect,Rise, Wils Struthers-Cooper explores the timeless wisdom of Michael A. Singer’s bestselling book The Untethered Soul. With gentle insight and a guided moment of meditation, Wils helps you reconnect with the part of yourself that’s beyond thought—the quiet observer within.Together, you’ll:✨Discover the liberating truth that you are not the voice inside...2025-05-1219 minRead, Reflect, Rise with Wils Struthers-CooperFull Catastrophe Living: Mindfulness in the Midst of the Mess - Read, Reflect Rise on Jon Kabat-ZinnS1E6 Full Catastrophe Living: Mindfulness in the Midst of theMess - Read, Reflect Rise on Jon Kabat-ZinnIn this soul-soothing episode of Read, Reflect, Rise, WilsStruthers-Cooper brings us back to breath, back to presence, and back to ourselves through the timeless wisdom of Jon Kabat-Zinn’s groundbreaking meditation classic: Full Catastrophe Living. If you’ve ever felt like life is “too much” and peace isonly available after the to-do list is done, this one’s for you. 🌿 Join Wils as she:- Unpacks the heart behind Kabat-Zinn’s po...2025-05-0217 minRead, Reflect, Rise with Wils Struthers-CooperRead, Reflect, Rise S1E5: 10% Happier by Dan Harris - Mindfulness, Skepticism & the Voice in Your Head Episode 5: 10% Happier by Dan Harris - Mindfulness, Skepticism & the Voice in Your HeadWhat if the key to feeling just a little bit better —calmer, clearer, kinder — isn’t found in fixing yourself, but in listeningdifferently to the voice inside your head?In this episode of Read, Reflect, Rise, Wils Struthers-Cooper explores the sharp, funny, and surprisingly soulful insightsof Dan Harris, journalist, skeptic, and author of 10% Happier. From his infamous on-air panic attack to his reluctant journey into mindfulness, Dan’s story reminds us that you don’t have to be “zen” to benefit from presence — you...2025-04-2617 minRead, Reflect, Rise with Wils Struthers-CooperS1E4 “We Can Do Hard Things” with Glennon Doyle’s UntamedWhat if the struggle isn’t a sign that you’re doing life wrong—but proof that you’re doing it right?In this week’s episode of Read, Reflect, Rise, Wils Struthers-Cooper guides you through a soul-stirring excerpt from Glennon Doyle’s bestselling book Untamed—a tale for anyone ready to stop shrinking, start listening inward, break free and live life fully awake.✨ Whether you’re feeling stuck, exhausted from people-pleasing, or craving a life that feels more aligned and alive, this episode is for you.You’ll hear:• An excerpt from Untamed t...2025-04-1820 minRead, Reflect, Rise with Wils Struthers-CooperRead Reflect Rise S1E3 - Embracing Creativity and Courage with Big Magic by Elizabeth GilbertEpisode 3: Embracing Creativity and Couragewith Big Magic by Elizabeth GilbertDo you long to express yourself more freely, but find fear, perfectionism, or self-doubt holding you back?In this inspiring episode of Read, Reflect, Rise, host Wils Struthers-Cooper dives into the soul-stirring words of bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert and her transformational book Big Magic. Together, we explore what it truly means to live a creatively courageous life, not just for artists, but for anyone craving more joy, curiosity, and inner freedom.✨ Whether you're yearning to write, create, try something new, or simply live mo...2025-04-1221 minRead, Reflect, Rise with Wils Struthers-CooperRead, Reflect, Rise S1E2: Embracing Vulnerability – Insights about Perfectionism from Brené Brown's Daring GreatlyEpisode 2: Embracing Vulnerability – Insights about Perfectionism from Brené Brown's Daring GreatlyWhat if the very thing you’ve been avoiding—vulnerability—holds the key to living a more courageous, connected,and wholehearted life?In this soul-nourishing episode of Read, Reflect, Rise, Wils Struthers-Cooper explores a powerful excerpt from Brené Brown’s Daring Greatly about perfectionism, guides you through an empowering and life-affirming meditation, and shares a simple affirmation to carry into your day.If you’re craving more connection, courage, and calm in your life, this one’s for you.Featuring:2025-04-0421 minRead, Reflect, Rise with Wils Struthers-CooperRead, Reflect, Rise: Let go and Power up with 'The Let Them Theory' by Mel RobbinsLet Go & Power Up: The “Let Them” Theory by Mel Robbins | Read, Reflect, RiseEver felt drained by someone’s opinions, hurt by their words, or stuck in frustration over things beyond your control? In this episode of Read, Reflect, Rise, we dive into Mel Robbins’ game-changing concept: The Let Them Theory—a simple yet powerful mindset shift that’s helping people worldwide reclaim their energy and inner peace.Join me, Wils Struthers-Cooper, as we explore Mel’s latest book, followed by an intuitive meditation designed to help you release control, embrace self-trust, and step into your powe...2025-03-2615 minRead, Reflect, Rise with Wils Struthers-CooperPause, Breathe, Begin Now: Welcome to *Read, Reflect, Rise* with Wils Struthers-Cooper✨ Slow down. Breathe. Reconnect. ✨Life is noisy, fast-paced, and full of distractions. But what if you had a space to pause, reflect, and realign with what truly matters?Welcome to Read, Reflect, Rise, the podcast that blends the power of healing words, mindful reflection, and guided meditation to help you navigate life with more clarity, self-compassion, and purpose.Join Wils Struthers-Cooper—teacher, wellbeing coach, and lover of transformative words—as she brings you handpickedexcerpts from leading authors, meditation teachers, and thought leaders like Brené Brown, Elizabeth Gilbert, Mel Robbins, Jon Kabat-Zinn, The Dalai Lama, and...2025-03-1702 min