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May 12, 2026
Episode 1224
Podcast 1224: Awakening the N8 Self: You Are More Than Your Mind, Body, & Emotions
By Greg Voisen·
Inside Personal Growth
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Show Notes
In this episode
In an age where we're constantly bombarded by self-help slogans and performance-driven success metrics, it’s easy to lose sight of who we really are beneath the noise. But what if there was a deeper part of you—untouched by fear, free from judgment, and quietly waiting to be rediscovered?
In a powerful episode of Inside Personal Growth, host Greg Voisen sits down with Jules Kuroda, author of the transformational book, The N8 Self: You Are More Than Your Mind, Body, & Emotions, to explore this question and more. With a rare blend of coaching experience, spiritual insight, and lived wisdom, Jules introduces us to a framework designed to reconnect us with our higher nature—what she calls the “N8 Self.”
The N8 Self: A New Framework for Fulfillment
Unlike many self-help books that focus on external achievement, The N8 Self is a deeply reflective guide for those seeking inner wholeness. Drawing from over a decade of coaching high-performing professionals, Jules noticed a recurring theme: no matter the client’s job title or background, they all longed for something more—more purpose, more joy, more meaning.
Through years of research and real-world experience, Jules distilled this longing into eight core characteristics that define our higher nature:
- ✦Character
- ✦Contribution
- ✦Connection
- ✦Creativity
- ✦Courage
- ✦Compassion
- ✦Gratitude
- ✦Generosity
Together, these qualities create a roadmap back to the self—not the self that’s anxious or overthinking, but the calm, curious, connected self that lives beneath the surface.
Unlearning the Inner Noise
One of the most profound moments in the podcast is when Jules explains the concept of the “internal roommates”—the critic, the doubter, and the blamer. These voices shape our inner world, often keeping us from taking risks, connecting deeply, or embracing who we truly are.
But there’s also the encourager, that quiet yet powerful voice that whispers: “You’ve got this. You’re enough. Keep going.”
The journey to the N8 Self is about learning to tune out the noise and amplify the voice of encouragement, one conscious step at a time.
From Refugee Camps to Boardrooms: A Story of Human Connection
Jules’ insights aren’t just theoretical. In the episode, she shares a touching story about her time teaching English to Bhutanese refugees—a reminder that true connection transcends language, culture, and logic. It’s a story about vulnerability, openness, and spiritual resonance that left a lasting imprint on her worldview—and will likely stay with you too.
Embracing Discomfort, Reclaiming Growth
We live in a world that sells comfort as the ultimate goal. But as Jules explains, comfort is often a seductress, keeping us stuck in routine and limiting our growth. Through personal stories (like living in an RV without hot water) and practical insights, she invites us to lean into discomfort as a catalyst for emotional and spiritual evolution.
Start Your Journey with The N8 Self
Whether you're going through a spiritual awakening, facing burnout, or simply feeling disconnected from your purpose, The N8 Self is a profound companion for the road ahead.
Buy the Book: The N8 Self – You Are More Than Your Mind, Body, & Emotions
Visit the Official Website
Follow Jules on Instagram
Final Thoughts: A New Language for the Soul
In this thought-provoking conversation, Greg and Jules invite us to reconsider how we define spiritual fulfillment, personal success, and authentic living. The N8 Self isn’t just another self-help model—it’s a compassionate call to come home to yourself, to listen deeply, and to live from a place of wholeness.
If you’re looking for a book—and a conversation—that speaks to both your soul and your intellect, don’t miss this episode or The N8 Self.
You may also refer to the transcripts below for the full transcription (not edited) of the interview.
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