Still Figuring It Out...

Professor Lamont Sellers sits down to share a bit of his story to help us understand a little bit about DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) and why it matters.https://youtu.be/REZuR8Zk62Ewww.kylesigmon.com

Songs featured in the episode:(Shadow) Part of MeMeStill Figuring It Out...Other songs mentioned in the episode:Flood of '24Directionless Boatwww.kylesigmon.com

This is a special episode where host Kyle Sigmon sits down with his father, Gary, to talk about grief, and more specifically the loss of Gary's wife, Kyle's mother. Kyle's recent song release, "Directionless Boat," started as a journal entry written by Gary 15 years ago. Hear the song and the touching conversation between father and son. Directionless Boat on Spotify www.kylesigmon.com

In my first episode, I promoted "killing cats," by leaning into curiosity. (You know, they say curiosity killed the cat). This episode is an expansion and clarification on that earlier podcast. Yes, curiosity is important, but what is our "why?" Are we seeking knowledge just for personal gain or for something better? www.kylesigmon.com

This episode is about the flooding. The flooding of Western NC from Hurricane Helene. The flooding of overwhelming emotions from response to traumatic events. We have all experienced some form of flooding, and we all need to self-regulate, co-regulate, build resiliency, and rebuild our community. Benefit Shows mentioned: "A Sunny Morning Evening" at Orion Schoolhouse, Nov 6th "Hello from the Hollar" at Booneshine Brewing, Nov 16th "Get Lost for a Cause" at Lost Province, Dec 10th Songs in the episode: Flood of 24 - Kyle Sigmon Still Figuring it Out - Kyle Sigmon www.kylesigmon.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

The final episode of a 3 part series discusses the songs and themes of the 2024 full album release. Songs in this episode include: You Are Not Alone, Awake, Overcome, and of course, the theme song Still Figuring it Out. https://open.spotify.com/album/1uWqbrN1ygKjnsqSDqGDDR?si=fVJx1iAeRE-Pmk-xtGpfhA www.kylesigmon.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

This episode discusses more than just 4 songs from the latest Kyle Sigmon album, but that was the original idea! Check out the album here: https://open.spotify.com/album/1uWqbrN1ygKjnsqSDqGDDR?si=XBhLebwaTgWanF7loP28Yg www.kylesigmon.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

I released a 10-song album called Acceptance in February and this is the first installment of diving into what these songs mean to me at this moment in time. Songs from this episode include: Still Figuring it Out Gardens Perfectly Imperfect The Real check out my socials and more through the website www.kylesigmon.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

Happy New Year 2024! Do you want to be made new? This and other questions worth asking to start off your year refocusing on your journey of growth and integration. This episode discusses the recently released song, "The Question," which is the last single released before the full album, "Acceptance" comes out Feb 2, 2024. "The Question" single https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/kylesigmon/the-question "Acceptance" album https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/kylesigmon/acceptance --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

You are perfect in your imperfections! Music featured: Perfectly Imperfect - Kyle Sigmon Still Figuring it Out - Kyle Sigmon Break the Cycle - Seeking Gravity www.kylesigmon.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

Why Halloween is such a spiritual day. With the war in the Middle East, mass shootings in Maine, Matthew Perry's sudden passing, and so much darkness in the world is hope to be found in celebrating Halloween? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

It feels like a new seaon! I am in a new season of life and I have a lot to share about the changing seasons, changing vocations, and new music! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

Music, Marathons, Meditation, Movement - These are the main things I wanted to share about, and plus I have some really big personal/professional life-changing news to share! Songs featured in this episode: Still Figuring it Out - Kyle Sigmon The Body of Christ - Kyle Sigmon Same Mind (Surrendering) - Kyle Sigmon Narcotized - Seeking Gravity www.kylesigmon.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

Kyle recalls a day recently that brought memorable moments and life lessons. www.kylesigmon.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

Singer/songwriter, band leader, musician, professor, author, deep thinker and doubter, Dr. Jason Lee McKinney shares some concepts from his new book Deconstructing the Disciples Doubt. Available here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1957344105/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_T8HPW4SY4V06MWE1QJKQ Keep up with Jason and his band at his website: https://www.jasonleemckinneyband.com/home --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

This is the story behind the band 'Seeking Gravity' and some thoughts behind each song off the debut self-titled album. Whether or not you are into rock music and/or rock bands, you may be fascinated to know how this band formed and the type of thinking that goes behind songwriting. This episode samples each of the 15 songs off this brand new album and gives some food for thought behind the lyrics. Check out the album here: https://open.spotify.com/album/0d5bEWciDK9R7exuhRoGlP?si=CHtah5sPT9SeP5wx3Fkw6A Follow Seeking Gravity on socials here: https://linktr.ee/seekinggravity Thanks for listening and being dedicated to Still Figuring it Out... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

What is your relationship like with Silence? Is Silence a stranger, an enemy, or a friend? In this episode Kyle shares about why he is having a year dedicated to intentional silence at least once every day and why you might want to consider making space for more Silence in your life too! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

Merry Christmas! And Happy New Year! Are you going into 2022 with fear and trepidation or with joyful expectation? Well do not fear because God is with you, you are loved, you are enough, and whatever comes your way in 2022, it will be a new opportunity to grow and keep figuring it out! Stream the song, "Do Not Fear" HERE: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/kylesigmon/be-still-and-do-not-fear Get Kyle and Jeff's new Christmas book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MYSV6QK/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_BPSHPWJMNPMGQWN67NCP www.kylesigmon.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

Recorded during advent, the traditional season of preparation for Christmas, this episode focuses on the importance of making room for stillness and silence amidst the hustle and bustle of the holidays. Here is a playlist for Holy Days: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0hn42roZuDaPG6X4cT4EPf?si=d4295b1c549b42db Here is the newest release from Kyle Sigmon: Be Still and Do Not Fear: https://open.spotify.com/album/41mNPKp13pRreODgp1RrGK?si=NhkY0IUjSdSz5LqeVuouxQ www.kylesigmon.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

Are you able to stay rooted like a tree planted by the waters? Are you feeling uprooted and tossed around by the storms of life? Or are you just a stick in the mud and not growing? This episode has some thoughts on how to grow and change while staying rooted at the same time. Links to things mentioned in the episode: Channa Channa Channa episode 150 conversation with Kyle Sigmon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MdtBTZ-QWY&t=2470s Music Video for "Limitless" on Facebook: https://fb.watch/822cxwDHbd/ Spotify for Seeking Gravity: https://open.spotify.com/artist/01l8GtBUj4gxIQyS1byshV?si=1giXfockQa2ZBn38RWowGw&dl_branch=1 Spotify for Abide/Rooted: https://open.spotify.com/album/5XVbkThcB2oQhgbc280iSu?si=RtQoylMWTSy_gDjPhAswhA&dl_branch=1 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

Janet Specht, nurse, teacher, jail minister, food pantry volunteer and board member, church lay leader, mother, grandmother, widow, cancer survivor, saint and sinner, (and so much more!), shares about her life, ups and downs, and lessons in making the most, seeing the good, and experiencing the joy that is available to us in each valuable moment.  www.kylesigmon.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

Professional runner, trainer, and coach Brandon Doughty, of D.A.R.T. (Doughty's American Running Team), has had an incredible journey of high highs and very low lows as he has struggled to overcome obstacles of multiple career-ending surgeries to come back and compete for a spot on the world stage. Listen in on why caring for your whole self, physically and mentally, is more important than just winning races! Check out Brandon's website for how you can get some professional training or coaching: https://dodesxc.wordpress.com www.kylesigmon.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

My new song "One" has a key theological concept that has the potential to blow our minds in the best possible way - to get us out of our dualistic thinking, and to believe that we can be both one and many at the same time, celebrating diversity and unity at the same time. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

The continuation of the conversation with Alex Marshall around issues of addiction, crime, prison, rehabilitation, and recovery. For info on how to join a recovery group or access more resources for you or a loved one, please reach out to recovery@faithbridgeumc.org. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

This is part one of the story of Alex Marshall. Alex has overcome so many obstacles in his life and is here to expand our understanding of addiction and what might be some of the underlying root causes. If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction and looking for help, please reach out to recovery@faithbridgeumc.org and Alex and his team of recovery outreach would love to support you! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

Limits (More or Less) Really, it is more AND less. We need more limits in our lives in some areas, and yet there is something that we should never put limits on! The song “Limitless” described in the podcast is available on all streaming platforms including Apple Music and Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/4VxCW0Fn4xBEUzcDnWN8vG?si=IlBfUw3xRmywQf_jg8hXqQ&dl_branch=1 www.kylesigmon.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

Did curiosity really kill the cat? I don't think so. And I don't think it will kill us either. Actually, I think we need curiosity to continue to grow and keep from getting stuck. www.kylesigmon.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support

Personal growth is a lifelong process. This podcast is for people who are still trying to figure it out, like the rest of us. Kyle Sigmon, MACP, NThD, is a pastor, writer, singer/songwriter, front man for the rock band Seeking Gravity, a husband, and a father to 5 children. Kyle loves to explore his interests around topics of philosophy, religion, spirituality, music, social justice, and how we grow as individuals and as a society. As an enneagram 9, Kyle tends to see many sides to every story and seeks to make the world a better place by spreading compassion, empathy, and understanding. Thank you for checking out this podcast! Please comment, rate if you are feeling generous, and share it with your friends who are also still figuring it out as they go! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kyle-sigmon6/support