Pain and curiosity are two of the greatest forces for growth. Dr. Anna Yusim, a psychiatrist and spiritual teacher, shares how entrepreneurs can use both to tap into intuition, break free from limiting patterns, and build a more fulfilling path.
Her journey from Stanford and Yale-trained psychiatry to a deeper exploration of spirituality and Kabbalah wasn’t planned. It started through unexplainable moments with patients and a dream that shifted everything. In this episode, she challenges the idea that success is purely external, showing how personal growth and self-awareness shape the way entrepreneurs lead, create, and navigate uncertainty.
Are you growing because of past pain, or are you choosing growth before hardship forces your hand? Dr. Yusim breaks down the difference and offers insights on intuition, purpose, and the inner roadblocks that often hold entrepreneurs back. She also explores the importance of community in a world where loneliness is at an all-time high and explains how spirituality—and for some, even psychedelics—can be powerful tools for transformation.
Alex Raymond and Dr. Yusim’s discussion is a reminder that business isn’t just strategy and execution. The inner work matters just as much.
Episode Breakdown:
00:00 Exploring the Intersection of Spirituality and Entrepreneurship
09:07 Embracing Growth: The Spiritual Path of Entrepreneurship
13:13 Challenges in Balancing Professional Success and Personal Relationships
15:06 Exploring Inner Emptiness and Its Impact on Relationships
17:06 Navigating the Human Condition: Addressing Inner Voids and Mindset Shifts
20:48 Transforming Mindset: A Holistic Approach
23:49 Holistic Approaches to Changing Thoughts: Biological, Psychological, Social, and Spiritual
24:38 Shifting Perspectives: Reducing Stigma Around Mental Health in Entrepreneurship
28:56 Finding Purpose and Building Community in Entrepreneurship
33:23 Understanding and Addressing Burnout: A Medical Perspective
36:26 Psychedelics and Mental Health: Exploring Benefits and Spiritual Connections
Links
Connect with Anna Yusim MD:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annayusim/
Website: https://annayusim.com/
Connect with Alex Raymond:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afraymond/
Website: https://amplifyam.com/
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