Mantra with Jemma Sbeg

The government gets a bad rap. But the roads under your feet, the forecast on your phone, and the letter in your mailbox are all government too. Hosted by Professors Greg Jackson and Lindsey Cormack, Government That Doesn't Suck brings together the sharpest thinkers to reveal the real-world impact of American government, one episode at a time. Follow Government That Doesn’t Suck for a new episode...

This week’s mantra is: "I Know Love Has Many Forms." Love isn’t limited to romance, it shows up in friendships, family, chosen community, and the quiet ways we care for each other every day. This episode explores how to recognize and cherish the different kinds of love that enrich your life, even when they don’t fit the traditional mold. Knowing that love has many forms allows you to feel more con...

This week’s mantra is: "I Balance Self-Improvement with Self-Acceptance." Growth is important, but so is knowing that who you are right now is already enough. This episode explores how to hold space for both ambition and self-love, and how to pursue your goals without turning yourself into a constant project. Self-improvement should feel empowering, not punishing. This mantra invites you to evolve...

This week’s mantra is I Let Myself Feel Disappointed. Not everything needs a silver lining, and not every moment needs to be spun into a lesson. This episode explores the harm of toxic positivity and the importance of making space for real, raw emotions, especially the ones we’re taught to skip over. Letting yourself feel disappointed doesn’t make you ungrateful or negative. It makes you honest. T...

This week’s mantra is: "I Celebrate Small Wins." Progress isn’t always loud or dramatic, sometimes it looks like quiet steps, steady effort, or simply showing up. This episode explores how to recognize the value in small moments of growth, acknowledge what’s working, and build momentum through encouragement instead of pressure. Celebrating small wins is not about lowering the bar. It’s about honor...

This week's mantra is: "I Am Allowed to Not Have All the Answers." In a world that often pressures us to be constantly "on" and have every solution at our fingertips, it's easy to feel inadequate when we encounter uncertainty. But true wisdom often lies in the humility of not knowing everything and trusting the process of discovery. In this episode of Mantra, we'll explore how to release the burde...

This week’s mantra is: "I Trust That My Body Knows What It’s Doing." In a culture that constantly tells us to second-guess our bodies, learning to trust yours is a radical act. This episode explores how to reconnect with your body’s wisdom, listen to its signals, and move through the world with more self-compassion and ease. Your body is not the enemy. It is your home, your guide, and your greates...

This week’s mantra is: "I Am Not Afraid to Ask for What I Need." Speaking up for yourself can feel vulnerable, but honoring your needs is a powerful act of self-respect. This episode explores how to get clear on what you truly need emotionally, physically, and spiritually, and how to ask for it without guilt or apology. Asking is not about being too much. It is about trusting your worth and allowi...

This week's mantra is: "I Create Spaces that Nourish My Soul." The environments we live, work, and rest in have a powerful impact on how we feel. In this episode of Mantra, we explore how to design physical, emotional, and relational spaces that support your peace, creativity, and growth. Creating nourishing spaces isn’t just about candles and cozy corners. It’s about surrounding yourself with wha...

This week's mantra is: "I Allow Myself to Be Imperfect." Perfection is a moving target, and chasing it only disconnects us from our humanity, our joy, and our growth. In this episode, we explore how to release unrealistic expectations, make peace with our flaws, and show up as our full, messy selves. Allowing imperfection doesn’t mean giving up, it means honoring progress over perfection and givin...

This week's mantra is: "I Trust the Chapter I’m Closing." Life is a series of chapters, and sometimes, the most profound growth comes from having the courage to turn the page. Even when a chapter ends with uncertainty, loss, or a sense of incompleteness, trusting the closure allows new beginnings to emerge. In this episode of Mantra, we'll explore how to honor the experiences that have shaped you,...

This week's mantra is: "I Listen to Understand, Not Just to Reply." In a world that often prioritizes quick responses and expressing our own opinions, true connection stems from a deeper place: the willingness to truly hear and comprehend another's perspective. Active listening is a powerful skill that transforms relationships, fosters empathy, and opens doors to richer conversations. In this epis...

This week's mantra is: "I Am Not Too Much." So often, we dim our light, quiet our voices, or shrink ourselves to fit into what we perceive as acceptable. This belief—that we are somehow "too much" for others—can hold us back from truly showing up as our authentic selves. In this episode of Mantra, we'll explore how to release the pressure to conform, embrace your unique qualities, and stand confid...

This week's mantra is: "I Stay Grounded, Even When Everything Else Shifts." Life is full of unexpected changes and moments of upheaval that can leave us feeling untethered. But true resilience lies in your ability to find an inner anchor, no matter how turbulent the external circumstances become. In this episode of Mantra, we'll explore practical ways to cultivate a sense of stability within yours...

This week's mantra is: "I Am Not Here to Manage Other People’s Emotions." It's a common trap to feel responsible for the feelings of those around us, often at the expense of our own emotional well-being. But true empathy means holding space for others without taking on their emotional burden or feeling obligated to fix their feelings. In this episode of Mantra, we'll explore how to set healthy emo...

This week's mantra is "I Build Habits that Empower My Progress." We often dream of big leaps forward, but true transformation happens in the consistent, small actions we take every single day. Our habits, whether conscious or unconscious, are the building blocks of our lives, shaping our routines, driving our goals, and ultimately determining our trajectory. In this episode of Mantra, we'll dive i...

This week's mantra is "I Release Grudges." Holding onto grudges can feel like carrying a heavy weight, keeping us tethered to past hurts and preventing us from moving forward. True freedom comes from choosing to let go, not for the sake of the other person, but for your own peace and well-being. In this episode of Mantra, we'll explore the transformative power of releasing resentment, understandin...

This week's mantra is "I Can Be Scared and Still Be Brave." Bravery isn't the absence of fear; it's the willingness to act even when fear is present. So often, we wait until we feel completely confident to take a leap, but true growth happens when we acknowledge our anxieties and move forward anyway. In this episode of Mantra, we'll explore what it means to lean into discomfort, quiet self-doubt,...

This week's mantra is "I Am More Than My Job." In a society that often equates our worth with our professional titles and achievements, it’s easy to feel defined by our careers. But you are a multi-faceted individual with passions, relationships, and an inner world that extends far beyond your work. In this episode of Mantra, we explore how to detach your self-worth from your professional identity...

This week's mantra is I Tend to My Life With Gratitude, Not Envy. It's easy to fall into the trap of comparing ourselves to others, scrolling through curated lives online and feeling the sting of envy. But true contentment doesn't come from wishing for what others have; it comes from appreciating the richness of your own journey. In this episode of Mantra, we'll explore how to shift your focus fro...

This week’s mantra is "I Let Myself Trust the Process." When progress feels slow or the path ahead is unclear, it’s easy to spiral into self-doubt or try to force control. But trusting the process means allowing life to unfold in its own timing—while staying present, grounded, and committed to the journey. In this episode of Mantra, we explore how to release the pressure for instant answers, surre...

This week's mantra is I Exude Confidence in All Situations. Confidence isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about trusting yourself no matter the circumstances. In this episode of Mantra, we explore how to shift out of self-doubt, tap into your inner authority, and carry yourself with grounded assurance in every room you walk into. Exuding confidence doesn’t mean pretending—it means owning your...

This week's mantra is I Say Yes to New Adventures. Stepping outside your comfort zone can feel scary—but it’s often where the magic happens. In this episode of Mantra, we explore how to welcome new experiences with an open heart, overcome fear-based hesitation, and lean into the unknown with curiosity and confidence. Saying yes to new adventures doesn’t mean abandoning what’s safe—it means expandi...

This week's mantra is I Allow My Friendships to Evolve Without Guilt. As we grow and change, our relationships do too—and that’s not a failure, it’s a natural part of life. In this episode of Mantra, we explore how to navigate shifts in friendship with grace, release the pressure to hold onto what no longer fits, and honor the connections that continue to align. Allowing your friendships to evolve...

This week's mantra is I Make Rest a Priority in My Life. In a world that praises hustle and constant productivity, choosing rest is a radical act of self-respect. In this episode of Mantra, we explore how to redefine rest as a necessary part of growth, creativity, and emotional well-being—not something to earn or feel guilty about. Making rest a priority isn’t about doing less—it’s about restoring...