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In this energizing episode of The Joy of Living, Barry Shore sits down with dynamic guest Raz Patel—actress, life coach, and host of The Raz Patel Show—for a powerful conversation about turning life’s setbacks into stepping stones for growth.
Raz shares candid and often humorous stories from her own life, introducing her concept of “fabulous fails”—those imperfect, messy moments that ultimately shape who we become. But beneath the laughter lies a deeper journey. Raz opens up about overcoming trauma, including a life-altering accident that left her temporarily paralyzed, and how visualization, mindset, and resilience helped her reclaim her life.
Together, Barry and Raz explore how to “feed the glow” by shifting your thoughts, slowing down, and becoming intentional about the energy you bring into your life. They also dive into the idea of “rewriting your script,” reminding listeners that you are the author, director, and producer of your own story.
This episode is a heartfelt reminder that joy isn’t something you wait for—it’s something you actively create through your choices, habits, and perspective.
Tune in to discover how to laugh through failure, fuel your mind and body, and step fully into a life of purpose, energy, and joy.
Show Notes:
[00:00] Barry Shore opens with his signature energy, introducing the core idea that life has purpose and that choosing joy can transform not only your life—but the world around you.
[08:50] Raz Patel joins and reframes failure as “fabulous fails,” sharing personal stories that highlight how mistakes, when met with humor and reflection, become powerful growth moments.
[22:10] Raz reveals the deeper roots of her mindset, including trauma and a life-changing accident, showing how visualization and belief helped her reclaim her body and her future.
[30:10] The conversation shifts to “feeding the glow”—using awareness, intentional thinking, and pausing to break negative patterns and build clarity, especially for high performers.
[41:40] Raz shares how to “rewrite your script,” emphasizing self-care, joy-driven habits, and the power of choosing your own narrative to live with purpose and energy every day.
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About Raz Patel
Raz Patel is a force of nature - a multifaceted media personality, actress, and the vibrant host of The Raz Patel Show on NOW Media TV. But at her heart, she’s a "Habit Alchemist." Through Lumina Lifeworks, Raz coaches elite leaders and athletes to find their "inner glow" by mastering the trinity of nutrition, mindset and lifestyle. She’s the author of the Fabulous Fails series and an upcoming novel, A Story She Never Meant to Tell. Raz doesn’t just talk about joy; she builds the daily habits that make joy sustainable, even when the cameras aren't rolling.
