The N8 Self & the Thread of Humanity: A Conversation About Cultivating More Meaning and Purpose in Life with Jules Kuroda

Episode Summary:In this episode, Joshua and Adina sit down with life coach and author Jules Kuroda for a rich, heartfelt conversation about the deeper currents of human experience, personal development, and spiritual awakening.Jules shares her unique journey—from working in refugee resettlement to entering the corporate world, and ultimately becoming a coach and author. We explore how seemingly disparate life chapters weave into a cohesive calling, and how trauma, identity, and cultural experience can all contribute to inner resilience and wisdom.At the heart of the conversation is Jules’ book, The N8 Self, a groundbreaking framework for understanding our spiritual landscape as clearly as we might explore our thoughts or emotions. It’s a beautiful bridge for those interested in personal development, but feel turned off or disconnected from the language often used in spirituality or religion. This episode invites listeners to step into a more embodied and expansive sense of self- beyond limiting beliefs, emotional patterns, and external roles.Topics Covered:How life’s unexpected detours often point to our deepest callingsHow working with trauma survivors transformed Jules’ view of peace and purposeHow the corporate world can raise surprising soul-level questionsWhat’s missing in most personal development models- and how Jules’ framework bridges that gapWhat The “N8 Self” is and how to connect with it through spiritual inquiryThe 8 Principals of The N8 SelfJules Kuroda is a "corporate hippie and wanderer" who's life's passion is helping people get past the ideas they have of themselves to unlock more fulfillment. She aims to bring more joy and understanding into the world. She serves as a guide to others on their journeys to cultivate more meaning and purpose in life.Learn more at n8self.comFollow Jules on Instagram @n8coachSupport the showIf you enjoyed this episode, please share it. If you enjoy the podcast, please rate and subscribe. Want to join us as a guest? Complete this form and we'll get back to you!Adina Arden Cooper is a Shadow Guide and Holistic Therapist. She helps highly sensitive creative visionaries heal trauma so they can not only survive this human experience but thrive in the expression of their greatest gifts. Adina has over 20 years of experience in education and mental health. She's also an artist, a seeker, a mother, and very curious person. Firebirdcreative.meFire Bird Creative Roberta Anderson is a Professional Home Organizer, Feng Shui Consultant, Home Witch, and Astrologer. With a deep understanding of both practical organization and intuitive energy work, Roberta helps clients create spaces that nourish the mind, body, and spirit. By combining the art of home design with the wisdom of astrology, she guides individuals in aligning their environments with their personal goals and energetic needs. Her holistic approach helps clients clear clutter, improve energy flow, and cultivate a more peaceful and balanced environment.The Home Witch Organize & Feng Shui