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JAKE SHANE: “I Was Scared People Would Find Out Who I Am”

15.07.2026
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Jay sits down with Jake Shane for a candid conversation about fame, anxiety, OCD, dating, body image, and the pressure of living online. Together, they unpack what it takes to stay grounded when your life is constantly on display and why the hardest relationship to navigate is often the one you have with yourself.

We all face moments when comparison, self-doubt, or the opinions of others begin to shape how we see ourselves. This conversation is an invitation to reconnect with who you are beneath the pressure, and to remember that your worth has never depended on perfection or applause.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

Intro

The Habit That Changed My Life

What Should You Actually Journal?

Get Your Thoughts Out of Your Head

Understanding Confession OCD

Creating a Safe Space

What If I Become Unrelatable?

What Would Younger You Think?

Right vs. Wrong

Talking About Private People

Dating as a Gay Man

Transforming Your Body

Making Peace With Your Past

Choosing the Right People Around You

Learning to Be Misunderstood

The Healing Power of Sitting in the Shower

What Weed Really Does to Your Brain

Keep Something Just for You

When People Don't Like You

Internet Drama Isn't Worth It

Don't Profit From Misfortune

The Truth About Cancel Culture

Gossip Stays Private

The Three Rules of Gossip

What Is a Crash Out?

My Three-Month Crash Out

Functioning Through a Crash Out

Facing Your Biggest Fear

When Public Opinion Hurts

Finding Your Spark Again

Does Everyone Know Too Much?

Biggest Dating Red Flags

Living With Constant Criticism

Jake's Dating Rules

The Wild Things We Do for Love

The 72-Hour Rule

Are You Ready for a Relationship?

The Fear of Living Alone

What Makes a Good Friend?

Which One Ruins Your Day More?

Gut Reaction with Jake

Jake on Final Five

Episode Resources:

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Therapuss | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapuss-with-jake-shane/id1723626781 

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