Josh Pais — Actor, Teacher & Author of Lose Your Mind | The Brett Allan Show

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Welcome to The Brett Allan Show, where Brett dives deep with bold creators and voices you need to hear. In this episode, we’re honored to host Josh Pais — celebrated actor, coach, and now author. Josh joins us to explore his journey from stage and screen into writing, and to unpack his powerful new book, Lose Your Mind: The Path to Creative Invincibility.

Josh Pais is known for roles in Joker, Ray Donovan, Law & Order, The Sopranos, and even the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. But beyond his screen credits, he’s built a reputation as a transformative teacher—helping actors, entrepreneurs, creatives, leaders, and high performers move past fear, overthinking, and self-doubt.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What motivated Josh to write Lose Your Mind, and who the book is for

• Key concepts from Lose Your Mind — the 4-step system, reframing confidence, embracing nervousness, and creative invincibility

• Behind-the-scenes stories from Josh’s acting career and how creative work has shaped his life

• How to apply the lessons of Lose Your Mind in your own life—whether you’re an artist, entrepreneur, or everyday human

• Real talk on vulnerability, resistance, and presence

• Practical tips to begin your journey toward the freedom, power, and authenticity Josh describes

🎯 Why this matters: Lose Your Mind is not about silencing your mind or conquering it — it’s about listening to it differently. Josh argues that trying to control your thoughts is part of what keeps you stuck. Through this conversation, you’ll walk away with tools you can use immediately to face creative blocks, anxiety, or self-doubt with new clarity.

What you’ll learn in Lose Your Mind

• A 4-step system to dissolve hesitation and step into presence PenguinRandomhouse.com+1

• Why confidence isn’t what people think — and why chasing it may backfire PenguinRandomhouse.com+1

• How to master spontaneity and command attention in any room PenguinRandomhouse.com+1

• The positive side of nervousness — turning your edge into fuel Committed Impulse+1

• Techniques to move from overthinking to authentic creation, no matter the chaos in your mind Committed Impulse+1

Praise & Endorsements

• “Lose Your Mind cracked me open and lit a creative fire I didn’t know I’d been keeping on low for years.” — Kris Carr Committed Impulse+1

• “An Artist’s Way for the digital age.” — Parker Posey Committed Impulse

• (and others including Edward Norton, Molly Shannon, Gabrielle Bernstein, etc.) Barnes & Noble+2Committed Impulse+2

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