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    Being [at Work]
    Daily Dose: Freaking Watch Me

    Being [at Work]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 4:54


    Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/being-at-work/id1468460670   Subscribe in Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4xU1c5ncX5Vuukohwhps34   About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).   Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/   Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events

    SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
    Ep 936 Why Two Women Can Eat The Same Foods & Get Completely Different Results with Martha Carlin

    SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 46:22


    What if the answer to energy, metabolism, inflammation, brain health, and longevity isn't another diet — but your microbiome? In this episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda sits down with microbiome researcher Martha Carlin to discuss the fascinating science connecting gut health, metabolic flexibility, inflammation, circadian rhythms, and chronic disease prevention. You'll discover: • Why identical diets create different results • The connection between gut health and blood sugar regulation • How toxins disrupt microbial balance • The role microbes play in energy and metabolism • What endotoxins are and why they matter • The gut-brain connection and cognitive health • Practical ways to support your microbiome naturally If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right but still struggling to feel your best — this episode may change how you think about health forever. For more episodes, subscribe to The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T. Summary In this episode, Martha Carlin shares her transformative journey into microbiome science, exploring how gut health impacts chronic disease, longevity, and overall wellness. Discover the latest insights on microbiome restoration, personalized nutrition, and innovative therapies like probiotics and fecal transplants. Keywords microbiome, gut health, chronic disease, longevity, probiotics, endotoxins, microbiome therapy, Parkinson's, microbial balance, personalized wellness Key Topics Microbiome and human health Impact of diet and environment on gut microbes Innovative therapies for Parkinson's and chronic diseases Sound Bites "Health is bigger than calories and quick fixes." "Restoring microbial balance can transform health." "Natural solutions can be more effective than drugs." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Martha Carlin and Microbiome Science 02:38 Personal Journey into Microbiome Research 04:22 Understanding the Terrain and Ecosystem of the Human Body 05:42 Why the Microbiome Matters More Than Human Cells 07:04 Microbiome and Chronic Disease Connections 08:07 Martha's Work on Parkinson's and Microbial Interventions 10:12 The Role of Specific Bacteria in Disease and Health 12:06 Probiotics and Microbial Strains for Health Optimization 14:35 Substrains and Clinical Evidence in Probiotic Use 17:29 Microbiome and Blood Sugar Responses 19:33 Impact of Stress and Sleep on the Microbiome 21:26 Practical Tips for Resetting Circadian Rhythms 37:35 Starting Point for Improving Gut Health 38:47 Water Quality and Mineral Replenishment 40:05 The Future of Microbiome and Fecal Transplants 45:11 Podcast Outro.mp3

    Tales from the Backlog
    216: Isles of Sea and Sky (with Jesse Guarascia)

    Tales from the Backlog

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 104:13


    Support my work on Patreon- https://patreon.com/realdavejackson Discord, Socials and more- https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebacklog Join Dave and special guest Jesse Guarascia (noclip, noclip_2 and more) as they strengthen their block-pushing muscles for a deep dive into Isles of Sea and Sky (Cicada Games, 2024). They discuss its rich world full of secrets, why Sokoban-style puzzles feel like a great foundation for weird narratives or layers of secrets, whether the open-ended design works well, and much more. As always, no spoilers for a while. Guest info: Jesse Guarascia (he/him) Check out noclip https://www.youtube.com/@NoclipDocs And check out noclip2 https://www.youtube.com/@Noclip2 And Blowback! https://blowback.show/ Follow on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/jesseguarascia.com TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Title 0:22 Introductions 6:16 Our Histories with Isles of Sea and Sky 11:26 Top-Level Thoughts 18:38 Game Setup and Open Structure 29:19 Puzzle Design 40:40 Sokoban as a Base Layer for Building Secrets 53:15 Visual Design 1:00:00 Music and Sound 1:03:32 Who Should Play? 1:08:28 Jesse's Work at NoClip and More 1:16:53 Spoiler Wall and Patron Thank-Yous 1:19:17 Spoiler Section Music used in the episode is credited to Craig Collver. Tracks used: Isles of Sea and Sky, Ancient Island, Stoney Cliffs, Tidal Reef, From Sea to Sky Cover art by Jack Allen- find him at https://linktr.ee/JackAllenCaricatures

    The English We Speak
    The English We Speak: Gatekeep

    The English We Speak

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 3:00


    Gatekeep is a verb which means to withhold information. It can be used to talk about fandoms or products. Learn how with Feifei and Georgie.For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com As always, find a free transcript here: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260525Discover the NEW series of Office English. Topics covering small talk, organising meetings and rules. Find it here: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english, or search 'Learning English for Work' in your podcast app.We send a newsletter with our weekly highlights - subscribe here: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersIf you enjoy this podcast, you might like our others! Search 'BBC Learning English' to find them all.

    Fire and Soul | Real Talks on Self-Love, Spirituality, Success, Entrepreneurship, Relationships, Mindset, Abundance + more
    Coming Back to Life: What Happened When I Gave 9 Women *this* Molecule on Retreat with Chris Burres

    Fire and Soul | Real Talks on Self-Love, Spirituality, Success, Entrepreneurship, Relationships, Mindset, Abundance + more

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 63:13


    This isn't a conversation about supplements. It's a conversation about energy, clarity, and coming back to life.If you're exhausted, foggy, depleted, or wondering if this is simply what midlife feels like now... this conversation matters.Because I was there too.When I first met Chris Burris, chief scientist and founder of My Vital C, I was still deep in the grief portal, hormonal repair, and a heaviness I didn't have language for yet.And then something began to change.Not overnight. Not magically. But because I was introduced to something that works at the level of the mitochondria, the energy systems inside the body that impact everything from mental clarity and nervous system regulation to sleep, inflammation, vitality, and resilience.Chris has been manufacturing the C60 molecule commercially since 1991, five years before the scientists who discovered it won the Nobel Prize. What began as a scientific pursuit eventually evolved into a wellness breakthrough now getting attention from some of the most trusted voices in biohacking and longevity.But what matters most to me is this: I felt the difference.And then I watched nine women on my retreat feel it too. Three days in, every single one of them noticed a shift. More clarity. More presence. More energy. Better sleep. Less fog. Feeling more like themselves.That's when I knew I needed to bring Chris onto Fire and Soul.In This EpisodeWhy so many women in midlife feel foggy, depleted, and exhaustedThe hidden role mitochondria play in energy, sleep, focus, and resilienceChris's BOSS Theory and how stressed mitochondria impact the whole bodyWhy you take it in the morning and often sleep better at nightThe retreat experience that made me pay attentionSkin changes, energy shifts, and the three-month arc many people experiencePets, longevity research, and the surprising breadth of testimonialsWhat it feels like to finally come back online after depletionAbout Chris BurresChris Burres is the chief scientist and founder of My Vital C and has been manufacturing the C60 molecule commercially since 1991. He's a published author, longevity researcher, and one of the longest-standing manufacturers of this molecule in the world. Find him at myvitalc.com.ResourcesGet My Vital C with Michelle's discount here.Chris's book Live Longer and Better is available on Amazon. Signed copies are available through the landing page, and 100% of the signature proceeds support Operation Underground Railroad.Work with meVisit michelle-sorro.com to explore everything available and find what's right for you right now.Let's connect Instagram: @michellesorro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Clutter Free Academy
    Why the Big Saturday Garage Cleanout Never Works (Try This Instead)

    Clutter Free Academy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 17:49


    If you're one of the many homeowners who can't park a car in their garage, you're not alone—and you're definitely not without hope. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp sits down with returning guest Tenneil Register, who brings a unique perspective to garage organization from her experience managing inventory for an actual retail store.Why the Garage Is So Hard to TameThe garage tends to become a catch-all space because it's undefined. It's where things go when company is coming, when seasons change, or when we simply don't know what else to do with something. Unlike the rest of your home, there's no "garage inspector" coming to motivate a cleanup—so clutter piles up without any natural deadline.A Professional Approach to Home StorageTenneil shares hard-won lessons from running a retail business, including how to think about garage contents in categories: seasonal items, repair tools, and backup supplies. This simple framework helps create logical zones that make finding (and putting away) items so much easier.What "Done" Really Looks LikeForget Pinterest-perfect matching bins. A well-organized garage is one where anyone can walk in and find what they need. The secret? Clear containers so you can see what's inside, simple labels (even handwritten ones count!), and contained categories that others can understand without explanation.Key TakeawaysUse clear containers – If it's opaque, there's always the possibility the thing you're looking for might be in that box. Clear bins let you scan and move on.Label everything – A 30-second scribble with a marker can completely change someone else's ability to use the space, including future you.Work in small time chunks – The "big Saturday cleanout" leaves you too exhausted to actually organize. Small sessions are more sustainable and effective.Create a "maybe" zone – Tape out a spot for items you can't decide on. By the end of your organizing session, you'll often be tired enough to let go of some maybes.Make it a choice, not a consequence – Deciding intentionally that you need storage more than parking feels completely different than living with the result of accumulated mess.Even improving your garage by just 20% this season will make a huge difference every time you go out there looking for something. Progress, not perfection, is the goal.

    Feminine Frequency Podcast
    424. Shifting Your Identity to Receive Your Next-Level Of Wealth With Suzy Ashworth

    Feminine Frequency Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 36:31


    In this episode of The Feminine Frequency Podcast, host Amy Natalie sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur and author Suzy Ashworth to explore the deep energetics behind her book, Infinite Receiving. Moving away from the traditional, untouchable "guru" archetype, Suzy brings a raw, lived-experience approach to manifestation, wealth creation, and identity evolution. Together, they unpack what it truly means to receive infinitely—not just during seasons of ease, but when life cracks us open through grief, shadow, and heavy human contrast. From the cellular shift required to hold seven-figure wealth to the sacred unlearning of tying self-worth to external validation, this conversation is a powerful activation for any woman ready to open her heart, break ancestral chains, and step into her sovereign power.Themes:Why true wealth requires an internal identity shift before the physical money ever hits your bank account, moving you out of "hoping and wishing" and into absolute cellular knowing.Why Infinite Receiving resonates so deeply with readers, noting that the collective is craving grounded, real-life human journeys rather than detached, otherworldly teachings.An intimate look at how facing deep grief and shadow expands our capacity to feel, shattering the "cages" we build around our hearts and forcing us to learn how to receive support.Embracing the bold expansion of believing you belong in every single room you stand in, and how breaking down internal barriers accelerates your alignment with high-frequency spaces.Understanding the dense energetics of physical reality and learning to let go of the anxious timeline-tracking that keeps you trapped in a frequency of lack.A beautiful reminder of our intrinsic, priceless nature, offering an invitation to unlearn the childhood conditioning that tells us we must perform or achieve to be worthy of love.How the modern women doing this deep energetic and financial work act as ancestral "chain breakers," shifting the consciousness of past and future generations.SPECIAL OFFER:

    Keys To The Shop : Equipping the Coffee Retail Professional
    605: What To Do When You've Promoted To Manager

    Keys To The Shop : Equipping the Coffee Retail Professional

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 39:19


    Congratulations! You have been made the cafe manager! Now what? Well, you are now occupying one of the most critical roles in all of coffee retail. As a leader you have a lot of growth opportunities and can make a massive difference as you serve the company, the staff, and the customers. The first six months - a year is a pretty critical time where you either build trust and establish healthy outlooks and habits, or you succumb to the dysfunction and stress that management without structure and purpose falls into.  Today we are going to go over practices, mindsets, and approaches to your role and the work of management that are proven to set you and everyone else up for success vs the all too typical burn-out that seemingly is baked it to the manager role. It does not have to be! This episode shows you how.    1:1 CONSULTING + COACHING! If you are a cafe owner and want to work one on one with me to bring your shop to its next level and help bring you joy and freedom in the process then email  chris@keystothshop.com Book a free call now:  https://calendly.com/chrisdeferio/30min    Related episodes:  229 : 7 Tips for New Managers 248 : The 5 Elements of Resourcing your Team 261 : The Basics of Managing Managers 226 : The Art of being Indispensable at Work w/Bruce Tulgan 179 : What you MUST Know About Employee Culture w/ Stan Slap 172 : Why Tracking Performance is a Must! 028 : Why it's Ok to be the Boss w/ Bruce Tulgan : A guide to defining and fighting the under management epidemic in your cafe so you can be the manager your staff need 018: Hiring, Culture, and the Future of your Shop 013 : Leadership & Management Master Class w/ Eva Attia : Leadership | management | hiring | career 004: Leadership in the Cafe : 10 Steps to Being a People First Leader 258 : Prioritizing your Mental Health in the New Year w/ Dr. Lara Pence 244 : Top 10 Ways to Lose Employees

    Best of The Steve Harvey Morning Show
    Follow Your Passion: She pivoted into tech in 2021 with no degree and went from $40K to six figures within 90 days.

    Best of The Steve Harvey Morning Show

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 30:03 Transcription Available


    Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Gaddis. Interview Summary Show: Money Making Conversations MasterclassHost: Rushion McDonaldGuest: Jennifer Gaddis – Senior Quality Assurance Engineer, Educator, Founder of Road to QA 1. Purpose of the Interview The primary purpose of the interview is to inspire and educate everyday people—especially those without college degrees or traditional tech backgrounds—on how to pivot into technology careers, specifically Quality Assurance (QA), and to reframe fear around AI, layoffs, and automation into opportunity. Jennifer’s story is used as proof of concept that: You do not need a college degree to succeed in tech Transferable skills already qualify many people for QA roles AI does not eliminate jobs—it creates new opportunities Strategic career pivots can result in life-changing income and freedom Rushion positions Jennifer not only as a success story, but as a new blueprint for wealth-building through skills, not credentials. [ 2. Interview Overview (High-Level Summary) Jennifer Gaddis shares how she: Pivoted into tech in 2021 with no degree Went from $40K to six figures within 90 days Built a $400K+ remote household income with her husband Created Road to QA, helping 200+ people land tech jobs Accidentally built a multi-million-dollar education business Used personal hardship, COVID, financial stress, and family responsibility as fuel—not limitations She explains what Quality Assurance engineering is, why it is resistant to AI replacement, and how regular users of apps are already doing parts of QA work without realizing it. 3. Key Takeaways A. You’re Already More Qualified Than You Think Jennifer emphasizes that everyday digital behavior translates into QA skills: Using apps Identifying bugs Expecting software to “work correctly” Navigating systems as an end user This insight forms the core of her teaching philosophy. B. The Faster You Add Skills, the Faster You Increase Income Jennifer repeatedly notes: “The difference in your paycheck is your skillset.” By stacking skills (manual QA → automation → AI testing), professionals increase their market value, not just job security. C. AI Is a Career Accelerator, Not a Threat Rather than fearing AI, Jennifer encourages people to: Work alongside AI Become the humans overseeing AI systems Move into hybrid QA + automation + AI roles She stresses that human oversight is still required in tech deployment. D. Entrepreneurship Can Be Accidental—but Scalable Jennifer did not initially plan to build a company. Her business emerged from: Instagram stories A $97 beginner e-book Real student outcomes Her willingness to: Raise prices Build systems Hire specialists Learn financial discipline Allowed Road to QA to grow sustainably. E. Representation and Access Matter Jennifer openly discusses: Being a Black woman in tech Coming from financial insecurity Navigating family obligations Redefining success for future generations Her story challenges stereotypes about who “belongs” in tech careers. [ 4. Notable Quotes from the Interview “I landed my first year in tech within 90 days.” [ “The difference in your paycheck is your skillset.” “You’re already a software tester—you just don’t know it yet.” [ “I didn’t set out to build a company. I said yes to myself.” [ “AI still needs human oversight.” “My journey was already different, so I had to build something different.” 5. Overall Message Jennifer Gaddis’s interview reinforces a central theme of Money Making Conversations: Income growth follows skill alignment, not traditional credentials. Her journey reframes: Fear → strategy Job loss → skill expansion Limited access → self-investment The interview serves as both motivation and roadmap for anyone seeking financial mobility through tech—without gatekeeping. #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Thoughtcast
    Before You Chase Success, You Need to Hear This

    Thoughtcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 1:49


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    Truth, Lies and Workplace Culture
    304. Al Elliott: "I've just ruined the last three years of my life.", Our co-host talks business, bankruptcy and the meaning of success

    Truth, Lies and Workplace Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 74:46


    Welcome back to Truth, Lies & Work, the award-winning workplace podcast where behavioural science meets workplace culture. This week, we are adjusting our usual format for a specific reason. Co-host Al Elliott recently celebrated his birthday, so Leanne is taking over the reins to give him a brief respite from the standard news cycle. Instead, we are answering our most requested listener query: an analytical retrospective into the operational history, the high-stakes decisions, the failures, and the legal battles of Al's career as a serial entrepreneur. In this special episode, we dissect a highly unconventional career path. From being recognised as a "42 under 42" breakout entrepreneur to navigating a complex £103,000 personal bankruptcy, Al shares the raw realities of scaling businesses from the ground up—and how hitting rock bottom ultimately informed his blueprint for ethical, sustainable growth.

    Fitt Insider
    On x Erewhon, Longevity Eats Beauty, Wellness Raves Arrive

    Fitt Insider

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 2:30


    May 26, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes. Today's top stories: SANCTUM brings wellness raves to NYC with Othership residency, blending HIIT, yoga, and breathwork as Gen Z and millennials seek immersive high-energy wellness experiences On and Erewhon launch multi-year partnership spanning apparel, run clubs, recovery events, and co-branded post-workout juice across Erewhon locations BCG identifies 15M US "Optimizers" spending $3K annually on longevity stacks including injectables, diagnostics, GLP-1s, and supplements with medical professionals as most trusted source More from Fitt: Fitt Insider breaks down the convergence of fitness, wellness, and healthcare — and what it means for business, culture, and capital. Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Work with our recruiting firm → https://talent.fitt.co/ Follow us on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fittinsider/ Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Reach out → insider@fitt.co

    Being [at Work]
    Daily Dose: Nobody's Driving

    Being [at Work]

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 3:53


    Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/being-at-work/id1468460670   Subscribe in Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4xU1c5ncX5Vuukohwhps34   About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).   Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/   Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events  

    The Biology of Traumaâ„¢ With Dr. Aimie
    EP 175: What Fear Does to Your Immune System: 4 Adaptive Patterns

    The Biology of Traumaâ„¢ With Dr. Aimie

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 34:12


    Metabolic syndrome, long-haul syndromes, hypersensitivity, and autoimmunity are four ways the immune system adapts to a nervous system living in fear. Each one is the immune system adapting to a fear-driven nervous system. These are adaptations. The body is doing what bodies do. In this solo episode, Dr. Aimie walks through all four immune adaptive patterns. The fear pattern behind each one. What your diagnosis is actually telling you. And why hope lives in a simple fact: most immune cells turn over every three days. She also shares her own experience with all four. This is also her own story. Her work in repairing the Biology of Trauma®  started here. ➡️ Full show notes: https://www.biologyoftrauma.com/post/what-fear-does-to-your-immune-system-biology-of-trauma In This Episode You'll Learn: [01:00] Why our nervous system always adapts (and our immune system follows) [03:00] The first immune adaptive pattern: metabolic syndrome [06:00] What the lab markers actually point to (it lives upstream) [08:00] The second immune adaptive pattern: long-haul syndromes [11:00] Pre-existing nervous system state matters more than the exposure [13:00] Dr. Aimie's college mono-like illness and the decade-long pattern [15:00] The third immune adaptive pattern: hypersensitivity [18:00] Why some people don't know they're hypersensitive [21:00] The three-day window: how fast the immune system can shift [22:00] What changed in three days with adopted children [24:00] The fourth immune adaptive pattern: autoimmunity [27:00] Fear that turned inward as anger (and why) [29:00] Having all four patterns: Dr. Aimie's own story Resources/Guides: Read Chapter 10 of The Biology of Trauma — Dr. Aimie's book takes you deeper into all four immune adaptive patterns and the shared root in nervous system dysregulation. When You're Ready to Begin the Work, The Foundational Journey is the six-week online program where the Essential Sequence begins. Safety, Support, and Expansion in the order the body needs them. Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 133: Autoimmunity and Childhood Trauma: How Your Immune System Reflects Your Past Episode 164: Could Your Trauma Be Disrupting Your Metabolism? The Weight Health Conversation Episode 75: Fear, Attachment & Relational Trauma: Solutions For The Hyper-Sensitive Gut

    The Wellness Revolution Podcast with Amber Shaw
    478. How to Turn Your Freebie Into a Client-Attraction System

    The Wellness Revolution Podcast with Amber Shaw

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 16:00


    Got a freebie but not sure if it's actually helping you get clients?   In this episode of The Divorce Revolution Podcast, I'm wrapping up our 4-part freebie series by talking about something I think most coaches miss: your freebie is not just a PDF or link in your bio—it's part of a bigger client-attraction system.   I'm breaking down what it actually looks like to turn your freebie into something that consistently brings new people into your world, builds trust, and naturally leads them toward working with you. Because if your freebie is just sitting there getting occasional downloads… but not leading anywhere… then it's probably not doing the job you need it to do.   Inside this episode, I walk you through the full flow—from getting eyes on your freebie, to what happens after someone downloads it, to how to know where the breakdown is if it's not converting.   Resources Mentioned: Episode 475. What a Freebie Actually Does (And Why Most Don't Work): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/475-what-a-freebie-actually-does-and-why-most-dont-work/id1577282350?i=1000766197629 Episode 476. How to Create a Freebie That Actually Attracts Buyers (Not Freebie Hunters): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/476-how-to-create-a-freebie-that-actually-attracts/id1577282350?i=1000767347976 Episode 477. Why Your Freebie Isn't Converting (And What to Fix First): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/477-why-your-freebie-isnt-converting-and-what-to-fix-first/id1577282350?i=1000768528265 Join the waitlist for ReNewU, the step-by-step business roadmap for women who are DONE guessing and finally ready to build a profitable coaching business: https://products.ambershaw.com/signature-waitlist   What I Discuss: 00:44 Why your freebie should work like a system—not a one-time download 02:00 How to get more eyes on your freebie consistently 05:02 What should happen after someone opts in 07:55 The follow-up most coaches forget after someone downloads 10:09 My 10-day push test to see if your freebie is actually working 12:15 The mindset shift that changes how you look at lead magnets 13:34 How to use DMs to turn downloads into real conversations   Find more from Amber Shaw: Instagram: @msambershaw Website: ambershaw.com 

    App Masters - App Marketing & App Store Optimization with Steve P. Young
    7 Ad Monetization Hacks Top Apps Use in 2026

    App Masters - App Marketing & App Store Optimization with Steve P. Young

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 15:03


    Are you leaving money on the table with your app monetization strategy?In this video, Steve P. Young breaks down the ad monetization hacks top gaming and non-gaming apps are using right now to increase revenue, retention, and even app downloads.Steve also shares real examples from successful apps like Spotify, Netflix, Fun Run, and Cleanup, plus insights from AppsFlyer's latest subscription trends report showing why the future of app monetization is a blended model.You'll Learn:✅ The best rewarded ad strategies for apps✅ How to monetize free users without hurting retention✅ Why hybrid monetization models are winning in 2026✅ Monetization tactics for gaming & non-gaming apps✅ Why subscription apps are now adding adsIf you're an app founder, indie developer, mobile marketer, or monetization manager, this video will give you actionable ideas you can test immediately to grow your app business.

    Rebuilding Trust With Your Body
    #242: Nobody Talks About THIS When it Comes to Intuitive Eating (And It's Why Most People Quit)

    Rebuilding Trust With Your Body

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 42:32


    IF YOU HAVEN'T YET, PLEASE RATE THE PODCAST!!   If intuitive eating feels like you're doing nothing but eating unhealthy and gaining weight, and you're thinking about going back to dieting and measuring your food…Don't do anything else before you listen to this.    We need to have a "real talk" conversation about what it actually takes to become an intuitive eater, and the hard and uncomfortable parts of it that lead most people to quit.    Episode Highlights -Intuitive eating stops being fun once you realize that you don't have the coping skills you need for the hard things in your life. You've GOT TO develop these skills, or intuitive eating won' t work for you. -Most people quit during the "messy middle" because they think that the discomfort means it's not working or that they're not cut out for it. FALSE. -Dieting gave you a false sense of certainty (and false promises), and now you're having to tolerate a LOT of uncertainty in order to become a full-fledged intuitive eater. It's not easy. But it's 100% worth it.   Today's Wellness Woo is the term "natural."   Read the full episode show notes here: https://katyharvey.net/podcast242    Resources for Your Intuitive Eating Journey Join My Intuitive Eating Made Easy Facebook Group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/intuitiveeatingmadeeasy Work with Katy: https://katyharvey.net/services Join Katy's weekly email newsletter: https://www.nondietacademy.com/newsletter  Stop the Constant Food Obsession: https://www.nondietacademy.com/food    Connect with Katy Harvey  Website: https://katyharvey.net Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katyharvey.rd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KatyHarveyRD     Subscribe and Review   Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts   I would be thrilled if you could rate and review my podcast! Your support helps me reach and encourage more people on their intuitive eating journeys. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review." Don't forget to share what you loved most about the episode!   Also, make sure to follow the podcast if you haven't already done so. Follow now!

    Global Seducer Quickie Podcast
    This Challenge Will Give You More Number Closes Than You Can Imagine

    Global Seducer Quickie Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 6:10


    Work with me in person: https://globalseducer.com/infield Invest in my bestselling book: https://www.globalseducer.com/book 

    Stacking Your Team: Growing Teams and Team Building for Female Entrepreneurs | Women in Business | Small Business Owners
    419: The Operational Reset Behind a Thriving Wellness Centre with Kara Aubin

    Stacking Your Team: Growing Teams and Team Building for Female Entrepreneurs | Women in Business | Small Business Owners

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 43:02


    Today you'll meet Kara Aubin, founder of the Ayurvedic Wellness Center in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Kara shares: How she transitioned from seeing clients at home to opening a thriving brick-and-mortar center The magic of focusing less on cramming in content, and more on creating 'spaciousness' for true transformation in retreats and programs The behind-the-scenes of running a multi-faceted business that integrates clinical services, education, and retail, and the hard-won lessons of hiring and building a unique team Her evolution as a leader: letting go of overfunctioning, building robust systems, and developing other leaders so she can step back from being the bottleneck If you want heartfelt, practical insights on building a sustainable team and business, plus a dose of inspiration from a leader who's doing deep, meaningful work, this episode is for you. Connect with Kara Aubin: Website Ayurvedic Wellness Center Instagram Kara's Instagram

    Yoga Boss
    The 3 Things Your Teachers Tell Me When You're Not in the Room

    Yoga Boss

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 22:42 Transcription Available


    Send Jackie A Message!Before every onsite VIP day, I send an anonymous upward feedback survey to my client's team. It's the fastest way to read the real culture of a studio, the stuff owners can't see because they're too close to it. And after running this survey at studio after studio, the same three things come up every single time.In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on exactly what your teachers say when no name is attached to their answer. Not to make you nervous, but to give you a head start, because there's a very good chance your teachers are feeling the same way right now.TIMESTAMPS[00:00] Welcome[02:15] What a VIP day is, and the anonymous upward feedback survey explained[04:30] Why this survey matters: leading a mostly part-time, passion-driven team[06:10] #1 Teachers want more feedback on their teaching[08:00] The 3-to-1 feedback ratio and the one-thing-only rule[10:15] #2 Teachers want more continuing education[12:30] How to build a CE budget and quarterly cadence without losing time or profit[14:20] #3 The one that surprises owners: teachers want more business communication[17:00] What teachers actually want to know about the numbers[18:30] The fear of transparency, and the question to sit with if it feels loud[20:40] The simplest move of all: just askKEY TAKEAWAYSAn upward feedback survey is the fastest way to read the real culture of your studio, because owners are usually too close to see it themselves.When you give a teacher feedback, name three specific things you loved for every one thing to work on. Give just one thing, then follow up in two weeks.Set a continuing education budget at the start of the year and aim for one event per quarter. Who shows up tells you who your all-in teachers are.You cannot over-communicate with your team, but you can communicate badly. Streamlined beats scattered group texts every time.Sharing your membership goal and progress rarely leads to raise requests. It usually makes teachers more bought in and more willing to help you grow.PULL QUOTES"Your teachers are hungry to grow. They are just waiting for someone to help them.""Give one clear thing to work on. If you overwhelm them with too much, nothing gets integrated.""I have never walked into a VIP day and heard that an owner over-communicates. Only the opposite.""If you want to know what your teachers want, ask them."FAQQ: What is an upward feedback survey? A: An anonymous survey that lets your team give honest feedback to the person who leads them. It surfaces what it is really like to teach at your studio.Q: How often should I give teachers feedback on their classes? A: You do not need to be in every class every week. Aim for intentional, specific feedback with a two-week follow-up so teachers can actually improve.Q: Will sharing business numbers make my teachers ask for raises? A: Rarely. Teachers do not see your full P&L, so they lack the whole picture. You decide what to share. Most teachers just want to help you hit the goal.Q: How much continuing education should I offer? A: One event per quarter is plenty. Use the feedback patterns you notice across your team to choose what to teach.Have a topic you want covered on the podcast? DM Jackie on Instagram @studioceoofficial or email the support team.Work with Jackie MurphySay Hi on Instagram @studioceoofficial3 Marketing Mistakes Yoga & Pilates Business Owners Make: https://www.jackiegmurphy.com/evergreen-3mm-organicJoin The Studio CEO Program: https://www.jackiegmurphy.com/studioceo

    Help Me Understand
    296. How to be consistent when life feels chaotic

    Help Me Understand

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 24:04


    Some seasons make it really difficult to feel like you are following any kind of plan.Work gets busier. School calendars get chaotic. Family responsibilities shift. And by the end of the day, it can feel like your health habits never really had a chance.In this episode, Coach JK shares a simple way to put a small win at the beginning and end of your day, especially when everything in the middle feels unpredictable.-------Instagram: @coachJKmcleodEmail: JK@jkmcleod.com

    CEO Sales Strategies
    Most Founders Die 6 Months Before Product-Market Fit

    CEO Sales Strategies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 59:02


    Most founders do not fail because they lack intelligence, ambition, or effort. They fail because cash disappears before the market is ready. The dangerous part is that most companies cannot see the timing problem while it is happening. Leadership keeps hiring, scaling, building, and pushing harder while customer behavior, market readiness, or adoption psychology still lag behind the vision. By the time reality becomes financially visible, the runway is already shrinking. At the same time, AI is accelerating operational disruption underneath nearly every industry. Work that once justified departments, research cycles, and executive structures is collapsing into tools that now execute in minutes. That is forcing founders to rethink not only labor and execution, but where human value actually exists inside the business. This conversation explores why product-market timing matters more than intelligence, how founder identity quietly becomes operational risk, why convenience destroys incumbents faster than expected, and how companies unknowingly defend processes the market no longer rewards. Kevin Surace shares what he learned building breakthrough technologies before markets were ready — and why many leadership teams still misunderstand the economic shift already happening underneath their companies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Glow Up to Blow Up
    246. The 4 Thought Loops That Are Costing You $5k+ Every Month

    Glow Up to Blow Up

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 42:38


    Today, we're diving into the four biggest thought loops that are likely costing you serious money in your business every single month, and more importantly, how to break out of them. Because the things that cost us the most in business are often the stories (aka LIES) we tell ourselves! And don't worry, this isn't an episode that's going to leave you feeling like sh*t. We're keeping it real, but we're also keeping it positive!In this episode, we talk about:Why "it won't work because it hasn't worked in the past" is the most expensive story you can tell yourself and how to separate data from your identityThe mindset shift that explains why your energy feels flat even when you're "going all in" on a launchHow to use other people's results as proof that it's possible for you instead of evidence that it isn'tThe "proof list" exercise that gives your brain the safety it needs to believe in a new outcomeWhy your content ideas feeling "too basic" or "too boring" might actually mean they're exactly right to postThe sneaky thought loop that's quietly killing your consistency and costing you clientsWhy you don't know other people's money stories and how that's keeping you from charging what you're worthThe pricing framework: 70% safe, 30% stretchy and why your clients need to be stretched tooThe mental reframe that will change EVERYTHINGEvery single situation in front of you is shaped not by the reality of it, but by the story you tell yourself about it. This episode is here to help you start telling a new one.If you have a desire, it just means the thing wants you back. You wouldn't want something if it doesn't want you back!Listen to Similar Episodes: 235. How to Identify & Remove the Subconscious Block Keeping You From Your Next Level206. It Cost Me $15K to Gain Clarity: I'm Pivoting!166. GlowTFU Fridays: The Top 4 Manifestation BLOCKS & How To Bust Through Them156. GlowTFU Fridays: 3 Not-So-Obvious Things Keeping You Stuck at the Same Income LevelP.S. When you rate and review the podcast, you'll receive my Connect to your Higher Self Visualization as a thank you! Click here to claim your gift. Ways to Work with Nora:1:1 Coaching Waitlist – Add your name to the waitlist to be the first to learn when spots open.90-Minute Intensives Waitlist – Limited openings for deep-dive, high-impact sessions. Join the waitlist to be notified when spots become available.Courses – Explore Nora's signature programs:Full Throttle – The ultimate business strategy courseElite – Business energetics + identity work coursePodcasting for Business Growth – Turn your podcast into profitConnect with Nora – Follow her on Instagram @iamnoravirginia for updates, tips, and inspiration.

    The Boutique Workshop Podcast
    #287: ROI is Not Just a Marketing Metric

    The Boutique Workshop Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 19:01


    We've all heard the classic business cliché: "You have to spend money to make money." But honestly? I've never really loved that phrase. It leaves out the most crucial part of the equation. What if we rephrased it to: You have to spend money to make money, but you also need to know if the money you're spending is actually working. In this episode, I'm challenging product-based business owners to stop looking at Return on Investment (ROI) purely through the lens of digital ad spend. The truth is, every single dollar that leaves your business is an investment, and every investment deserves a return. From hiring team members to investing in photography, copywriters, and coaching programs, I break down how you might be flying blind with your capital and how to start tracking profit metrics instead of vanity metrics. I also share a simple, three-question audit you can start using today to ensure every dollar has a job and is doing it well. Key Takeaways The ROI Reframe: ROI isn't just a marketing metric. If cash is flowing out of your business in a dozen different directions, you need to measure what is coming back in return for every single one of those streams. The Danger of Raw Ad Metrics: Generating $3,000 in sales from a $1,000 ad spend sounds great on paper (a 3x ROAS). But when you factor in a 50% cost of goods ($1,500), agency fees, fulfillment labor, and shipping, you might actually be paying to run yourself out of business. Measuring the Unmeasurable (Employees): Hiring feels like growth, but without tracking output, it's just added overhead. Employees don't always generate direct revenue, but they must generate a measurable return—whether that's freeing up your time to bring in new accounts or increasing production speed. Learning vs. Implementation: Buying a coaching program, course, or mastermind and only implementing 20% of it means you are losing money. Learning is not a return on investment; implementation is the return. The Secret of Profitable Businesses: The most profitable product-based businesses aren't necessarily the ones with the highest revenue. They are the ones with the fewest dollars going out the door that don't serve a clear purpose. The 3-Question ROI Audit To keep yourself from flying blind, I want you to perform this quick audit this month on any expense—whether it's a software subscription, a new piece of equipment, an employee, or a mastermind: What did it cost me? (Be sure to include your time, not just your money). What specific outcome was I expecting from it? (Name a tangible, concrete result). Did I get that outcome? (Yes, partially, or not at all). My Advice: Once you have your answers, act on them immediately. Double down on what's working, fix or re-engineer what is underperforming, and ruthlessly cut what isn't producing. Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-meVisit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe

    The Space Social Podcast
    How I made Instagram my number 1 lead source

    The Space Social Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 11:03


    Instagram has your clients waiting for you, you just need to talk to them. Work with me: https://stan.store/thespacesocial

    Morbid
    The Matamoros Devil Murders (Part 2)

    Morbid

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 54:53


    Visit https://www.markkilroyfoundation.org If you would like to donate to the Mark Kilroy Foundation. In March 1989, twenty-one-year-old University of Texas student Mark Kilroy and some friends traveled south of the border to Matamoros, Mexico to celebrate the end of spring break, along with thousands of other American students that year. After drinking all night at a bar on the night of March 10, Kilroy got separated from his friends when they decided to call it a night a little after 2:00 am. No one would see Mark Kilroy alive again. As one of several towns bordering the United States, Matamoros was popular with American tourists; however, by the late 1980s, it was beginning to develop a reputation for drug-related crime. In fact, Mark Kilroy was just one of sixty people who went missing in Matamoros in just the first three months of 1989 alone. When Kilroy's friends reported him missing to the Brownsville, Texas police a massive search began, with investigators fearing Mark might have been kidnapped by one of the local gangs. It turned out, the truth was far worse than anyone had feared. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Buy Tickets to MORBID LIVE at Radio City Music Hall on June 27th! Preorder YOUR copy of THE BUTCHER LEGACY References Associated Press. 1989. "Leader in cult slayings ordered own death, two companions say." New York Times, May 8: 14. Assocoated Press. 1989. "Hypnosis tried in hunt for student." Fot Worth Star-Telegram, March 17: 24. Bragg, Roy. 1989. "Cult 'godfather' ordered killing." Houston Chronicle, April 13: 1. —. 1989. "Fateful party is re-enacted." Houston Chronicle, March 25: 1. Cartwright, Gary. 1989. "The Work of the Devil." Tecas Monthly, June 1. Douglas, Jack, and Major Garrett. 1989. "13th victim pulled from killing field." Houston Post, April 14: 1. Garcia, Guy. 1989. "The Believers: Cult Murders in Mexico." Rolling Stone, June 29. Humes, Edward. 1991. Buried Secrets: A True Story of Serial Murder, Black Magic, and Drug-Running on the U.S. Border. New York, NY: Dutton. Kreps, Mary Ann. 1989. "Machete blow reportedly killed Kilroy instantly." Houston Chronicle, April 12: 1. Mishra, Upendra Nath. 1989. "Police search properties owned by alleged cult leader." United Press International, April 20. Perez-Trevino, Emma. 2009. "Remebering Mark J. Kilroy." Brownsville Herald, March 8: 1. Sanders, Kathy. 1989. "Rumors of Satanists kidnapping children have parents terrified." Fort Worth Star-Telegram, April 15: 1. Schutze, Jim. 2023. Cauldron of Blood: The Matamoros Cult Killings. New York, NY: Open Road Media. United Press International. 1989. "Parents of missing student seek help from state." United Press International, March 29. Warren, Susan. 1989. "Kilroys say drug users 'to blame' for son's killing." Houston Chronicle, April 13: 1.   Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Real Estate Investing For Cash Flow Hosted by Kevin Bupp.
    The “Captive Insurance” for Landlords That Pays You to Protect Your Property

    Real Estate Investing For Cash Flow Hosted by Kevin Bupp.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 32:50


    Landlord insurance has slowly become a major cost for many operators. After 2020, insurance prices began to rise rapidly, and making a claim became even harder when disaster struck. For many operators, it feels like throwing tens of thousands, if not hundreds of thousands of dollars, into the furnace every year, for a benefit you'll rarely use. And who stands to profit from it? Insurance companies. But an overlooked insurance structure is becoming increasingly common among operators, saving them 20% on their premium costs and sometimes even making them a profit on insuring their properties.  Nicolas Lares, CEO of Insur3Tech, worked as an insurance agent for years before ever hearing of "captive insurance” or “risk pooling.” When the small businesses he was tasked with insuring were being priced out so badly they could barely operate, he began building alternative structures, all federally backstopped, but without the middlemen.  Now, Nicolas's clients are profiting from their insurance investment, getting premiums on average 20% lower, and getting claims paid out in a matter of days, not weeks.  How would your NOI improve if one of your greatest costs became a profit driver? Insights from today's episode: The “risk pooling” insurance model that drops your insurance cost significantly  How to get paid to pay your premium (the insurance company actually pays Nicolas's clients) Who can (and should) opt for "captive insurance” instead of the traditional route   The real reason why your landlord insurance premium is so high (it's making insurance companies billions) How do these alternative providers make money without baking in a profit margin?  — Connect with Nicolas on LinkedIn Insur3Tech Recommended Resources: Accredited Investors, you're invited to Join the Cash Flow Investor Club to learn how you can partner with Kevin Bupp on current and upcoming opportunities to create passive cash flow and build wealth. Join the Club! If you're a high-net-worth investor with capital to deploy in the next 12 months and you want to build passive income and wealth with a trusted partner, go to InvestWithKB.com for opportunities to invest in real estate projects alongside Kevin and his team.  Looking for the ultimate guide to passive investing? Grab a copy of my latest book, The Cash Flow Investor at KevinBupp.com.  Tap into a wealth of free information on Commercial Real Estate Investing by listening to past podcast episodes at KevinBupp.com/Podcast. 00:00 Insurance Is Broken in 2026 03:40 They're Making Billions off of Us 06:19 Cutting Out the Middlemen 11:58 The Insurance "Pool" Structure 16:23 Getting Paid to Insure Your Property 19:33 Who Can (and Should) Do This? 26:28 How Do THESE Providers Make Money? 31:15 Work with Nicolas!

    Muscle Intelligence
    The Hardest Training Camp of My Life Starts in 30 Days...

    Muscle Intelligence

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 44:24


    Try my focus stack: https://www.troscriptions.com/muscle Work with me: https://www.muscleintelligence.com/apply In 30 days, Ben Pakulski embarks on the hardest training camp of his life. In this solo episode, Ben opens up Peak Performance Season with the exact 30-day protocol he's running to prepare: how he's rebuilding mobility, stability, strength, and endurance to become the best athlete he's ever been. Whether you're 35, 45, or 65, this is the blueprint for training like an athlete again — not just lifting weights. In this episode we cover:  The 20-minute daily habit most lifters refuse to do Why stretching alone is making you weaker The test 95% of adults can't pass anymore The 8 lifts that decide whether you age well The 7% rule that kills every excuse Join 200,000 men in their prime, reading our weekly newsletter: http://muscleintelligence.com/newsletter Unlock Your Full Muscle Building Potential With Our Complete Training Guides: https://go.muscleintelligence.com/bodypart/ Hypertrophy Execution Mastery: The most comprehensive MI40 muscle-building program EVER! https://hypertrophymastery.com/

    Retirement Starts Today Radio
    How Super-Savers Spend Their Acorns in Retirement, with Dana Anspach

    Retirement Starts Today Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 22:32


    Imagine a lifetime spent diligently saving your acorns, only to face a mental roadblock when it's time to enjoy them. Dana Anspach, CFP®, RMA®, and author of "Living Off Your Acorns," shares how this common challenge impacts retirees and introduces the critical "pre-go" phase.  This episode offers a fresh perspective on retirement planning, emphasizing conscious consumption of retirement funds. Key Takeaways: Identify and plan for the crucial "pre-go" phase of retirement, which involves significant financial and identity shifts Overcome the "super saver" mentality to give yourself permission to enjoy retirement spending and experiences Understand that retirement is not a single phase but multiple stages, each with unique challenges and opportunities Recognize the emotional and psychological hurdles of transitioning from saving to spending retirement funds Explore how to find purpose and joy beyond work through hobbies, travel, and charitable giving Resources Mentioned: Dana's new book: "Living Off Your Acorns: Your Guide To The Four Phases of Retirement" "Control Your Retirement Destiny" by Dana Anspach "Die with Zero" by Bill Perkins "The Prosperous Retirement: A Guide to the New Reality" by Michael Stein Your 12 Good Years article by Dan Hewlett Connect With Dana Anspach: Website: https://www.sensiblemoney.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@makingretirementmakesense    Connect with Benjamin Brandt: Subscribe to the This Week in Retirement: http://thisweekinretirement.com Get the Retire-Ready Toolkit: http://retirementstartstodayradio.com Work with Benjamin: https://retirementstartstoday.com/start Get Benjamin's book!Retirement Starts Today: Your Non-financial Guide to an Even Better Retirement Follow Retirement Starts Today in:Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Amazon Music, or iHeart  

    RAISING HER CONFIDENTLY | Parenting Teens, How to Talk to Teens,  Family Communication, Raising Teen Girls
    311\\ Are You Walking on Eggshells to Talk to Your Teenage Daughter? 4 Ways to Confidently Approach Her

    RAISING HER CONFIDENTLY | Parenting Teens, How to Talk to Teens, Family Communication, Raising Teen Girls

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 20:06


    Do you feel like you have to carefully measure every word with your teenage daughter… because you never know what might set her off? Maybe you're exhausted from the mood swings, emotional explosions, shutdowns, or feeling like every conversation turns into conflict. Mom, you are not alone. In today's episode, we're talking about why so many moms feel like they're walking on eggshells with their teen daughters — and four confident ways you can approach her without fear, frustration, or losing yourself in the process. If you've been longing for more peace, confidence, and connection in your relationship with your daughter, this episode is for you. Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you? Do you want to understand why is it so hard to approach your girl? Are you stuck on how to approach your teenage daughter in conversation without her freaking out?   SIGN UP FOR TALK TO YOUR TEEN GIRL FRAMEWORK!!  A 6-WEEK JOURNEY TO SHIFT HOW YOU COMMUNICATE SO SHE CAN COME TO YOU!   You'll walk away with a deeper understanding the changes happening to your girl, Equipped in your new role as COACH in this teen stage, and establish better communication pathways to connect and grow closer with your daughter   Imagine if you and your daughter can finally have conversations at a level where she doesn't need to hide anything from you! Plus, you'll get to meet other mamas who are all in the same boat.... SIGN UP HERE!      You can find me here: Work with me: www.talktoyourteengirl.com Connect: hello@jeanniebaldomero.com Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/raisingherconfidently Free mom support community: www.raisingherconfidently.com

    Ask A Sex Therapist with Heather Shannon
    Why So Many Couples End Up in a Dead Bedroom

    Ask A Sex Therapist with Heather Shannon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 45:16 Transcription Available


    If you still love each other but sex has become rare, tense, or complicated, this episode will help you understand what changed.In this episode of Sex for Couples, Certified Sex Therapist Heather Shannon talks with Author & Founder Ralph Brewer who wrote The Dead Bedroom Fix and founded of HelpForMen.com. The explore why sex can feel effortless early in a relationship — and then slowly start to feel like work.They discuss the emotional reality of dead bedrooms, sexless marriage, mismatched libido, attachment styles, long-term monogamy, parenting stress, and why many couples feel confused when love is still there but desire has faded.You'll hear why this pattern is so common, why it can feel especially painful for men, and what couples can start paying attention to if they want to rebuild sexual connection without blame or pressure.

    Catalyst Health and Wellness Coaching Podcast
    Thrive on the Road: Travel, Sleep & Wellbeing for Busy Professionals — Beth Jennings, PT, NBC-HWC

    Catalyst Health and Wellness Coaching Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 57:11


    Work travel can quietly drain your energy, wreck your sleep, and leave even your highest-performing clients coming home depleted. In this episode of The Coaching Lab, host [Host Name] sits down with Beth Jennings, PT, NBC-HWC — a physical therapist and National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach — to unpack what real wellbeing looks like for professionals who live out of a suitcase.Beth breaks down the hidden toll of frequent business travel on the body, mind, and routines your clients rely on, then shares practical, no-willpower-required strategies coaches can bring straight into their next session. You'll learn how to help clients protect sleep through early flights, late nights and time-zone changes; stay active without adding stress to a packed schedule; and design sustainable travel rituals that support recovery instead of burnout.Whether your clients are road warriors, consultants, executives, or traveling leaders, this conversation gives you a coach-ready toolkit for helping them thrive — not just survive — on the road.In this episode, you'll learn:How Beth's dual lens as a PT and health coach reframes "wellbeing on the road"The most common ways travel disrupts the body, sleep, and performanceTop sleep strategies for early flights, late nights, and jet lagRealistic pre-trip and on-trip habits that actually stickHow to stay active when schedules are packed and unpredictableWhat most professionals get wrong about recovery after a work tripBeth's #1 mindset shift for every coaching client heading into travelAbout the guest: Beth Jennings is a licensed physical therapist (PT) and National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) who helps high-performing professionals build sustainable health habits in a demanding, travel-heavy life.Learn more about or reach out to Beth at BethJennings.comInfo re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/Tap into the home of the (freely available) Not Done Yet! articles on unlocking life's 2nd half here.YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannelContact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.comTwitter: @Catalyst2ThriveWebsite: CatalystCoaching360.comIf you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218.  This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more. 

    Tactical Living
    E1116 When the Department's Culture Is Part of the Problem for First Responders

    Tactical Living

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 10:34


    In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton talk about something that does not get said directly enough in law enforcement and emergency services: sometimes the environment you work inside of is part of what is making you struggle (Amazon Affiliate). Not the calls. Not the danger. Not the public. The culture inside the walls of your own department. The unwritten rules about who you are supposed to be, how you are supposed to handle things, and what happens when you do not fall in line. This episode takes an honest look at how toxic department culture develops, what it does to the people inside it, and how to protect yourself when the place that is supposed to have your back becomes part of the weight you are carrying.

    The Motherkind Podcast
    Why Returning To Work After Maternity Leave Feels So Much Harder Than You Expected

    The Motherkind Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 7:56


    Returning to work after having a baby isn't just a practical transition - for many mothers, it can feel like returning as a completely different person.You expected to feel rusty. You didn't expect to question your confidence, your identity, or whether you're still capable of doing the job you once knew so well.In this Moment, Zoe sits down with Joeli Brearley, founder of Pregnant Then Screwed, to unpack one of the most overlooked parts of motherhood: the return-to-work transition.Joeli shares why this period can feel so overwhelming, how matrescence and brain changes can affect our confidence and sense of self, and why so many mothers believe they're failing when, in reality, the systems around them are failing them.This episode is a powerful reminder that if returning to work felt harder than you expected, there was never anything wrong with you.

    From Betrayal To Breakthrough
    475: Why You're Not Falling Behind — The Truth About Betrayal Recovery

    From Betrayal To Breakthrough

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 31:14


    If you've been feeling like you're losing hope, hitting setbacks, or struggling to set boundaries — this episode is for you. Dr. Debi Silber is pulling straight from her recent coaching sessions to shine a spotlight on three of the most common themes she's seeing right now. And here's the thing: none of them mean you're failing. In fact, they're all part of the healing process.  In this episode, Dr. Debi breaks down:  1. Losing Hope It's one of the most common experiences after betrayal — and one of the most dangerous if left unchecked. Dr. Debi explains why losing hope happens (especially when you're doing the work and your partner isn't), why "what you feed grows," and how her personal "transformation tunnel" technique can help you find evidence of forward movement, even when you can't feel it yet.  2. Setbacks Setbacks aren't signs that you're going backward. Like muscle fibers that must tear to rebuild stronger, the forward-and-back nature of The Five Stages of Betrayal Recovery™ is by design. Dr. Debi unpacks why triggers losing their charge, waves of unexpected grief, and difficult days are actually signs of growth — and how to acknowledge and celebrate them as such.  3. Boundaries Creating a new version of yourself after betrayal requires new boundaries — and new boundaries are never comfortable. Dr. Debi shares why boundaries are non-negotiable as you move toward Stage 4 and Stage 5, how to introduce them in both big and small ways, and why her favorite mantra — hard now, easy later — applies here more than anywhere.  Whether you're rebuilding with someone, healing on your own, or somewhere in between, this episode will help you see your experience with fresh eyes and give yourself the credit you deserve.  Resources Mentioned:  Learn about The Five Stages of Betrayal Recovery™: https://thepbtinstitute.com   Work with Dr. Debi (Private Sessions): https://thepbtinstitute.com/one-session-with-dr-debi/   PBT Certification for Coaches & Practitioners: https://thepbtinstitute.com/get-certified/   Speaking Inquiries: https://thepbtinstitute.com/speaking/   Connect with Dr. Debi Silber:  

    FRUITFUL FERTILITY | Holistic fertility support, Trying to conceive, Fertility coaching
    Ep 144 | Coaching sneak peek- Fertility testing options and when to move forward

    FRUITFUL FERTILITY | Holistic fertility support, Trying to conceive, Fertility coaching

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 17:55


    Inside The Fruitful Fertility Method you get 1-on-1 support with me as well as monthly group calls. At each call we cover a quick lesson and then open for personal questions and feedback. I wanted to give you an inside sneak peek at what these coaching calls look like!  Inside this episode I'm sharing what fertility testing options you have and how to know when it is the right time to moveforward ( from a medical stance as well as a faithful Christian).  You'll walk away with a little insight into our program as well as options for moving forward in your unexplained infertility journey. There are answers and I'm going to show you how to get them!   Grab the Low Progesterone Playbook Get it here   Shop my favorite fertility boosting supplements Rise + Source   Free Clarity Call  Application    Let's work together: Work with me    DM me on Instagram: @fruitfulfertilityco   also mentioned: fertility testing options, unexplained infertility, ttc support

    Work @ Home RockStar Podcast
    WHR 3.277: Tracy Brinkmann – Turning Setbacks into Sales with Email Marketing, Mindset, and Entrepreneurial Rhythm

    Work @ Home RockStar Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 41:03


    Episode Summary In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim Melanson chats with Tracy Brinkmann, founder of Success at Last!, LLC, podcaster, entrepreneur, and email marketing strategist. Tracy shares his journey through personal setbacks, entrepreneurship, mindset shifts, and building a business around helping local businesses grow through email marketing and modern AI-powered tools. The conversation dives into overcoming imposter syndrome, learning from rock bottom moments, why mindset matters for entrepreneurs escaping the cubicle life, and how AI is opening new opportunities for small business owners to compete with larger agencies. Tracy also shares practical strategies for local business outreach, self-care routines, journaling, and why relationship-based business still wins. Who is Tracy Brinkmann? Tracy Brinkmann is the founder and owner of Success at Last!, LLC. He helps local businesses with email campaigns, marketing strategies, and audience growth while also hosting multiple podcasts focused on entrepreneurship, mindset, AI, and business growth. A former military family kid, Tracy combines personal development, entrepreneurial experience, and modern technology to help entrepreneurs and small business owners create more opportunities and build businesses around freedom and flexibility. Connect with Tracy Brinkmann: Website: https://darkhorseentrepreneur.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tracy.brinkmann/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/TracyBrinkmann Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/DarkHorseSchooling/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DarkHorseEntrepreneur LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybrinkmann/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracybrinkmann/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@darkhorseentrepreneur Dark Horse Schooling: https://darkhorseschooling.com/ Your Success DNA: https://YourSuccessDNA.com Host Contact Details: Website: https://workathomerockstar.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/workathomestar Timestamps 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:51 Journaling for Success 02:25 Imposter Syndrome Lessons 06:39 Rock Bottom and Resilience 09:22 Mindset Shift to Entrepreneurship 10:41 Buy Local Trust Shift 14:17 Pitching Value with AI 20:40 Self Care and Daily Routines 27:23 AI in Education and Community 32:33 Email Marketing Offer 35:38 Favorite Rock Star Finale 39:24 Closing Thanks and Outro

    2 Broke Boys
    He Called the Cops on His Competition?! | Luca Spinoso

    2 Broke Boys

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 100:08


    Comedian Luca Spinoso joins If This Doesn't Work… for one of the wildest episodes we've had in a while. Luca talks about growing up between Florida and Maryland, his chaotic childhood, the stepmom from hell, getting stabbed while working as a bouncer, battling addiction, getting sober, becoming a husband, finding out he might be a dad, and somehow ending up in Baltimore comedy. He also tells the insane story of calling the cops on his “competition,” explains how Kill Tony helped get normal people into comedy, breaks down his story-based style on stage, and answers some of our dumbest questions yet. This one goes from dark to hilarious to weirdly heartfelt about every five minutes.Follow Luca: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucawoodspinoso/TikTok: @lucaspinoso1Follow the Podcast:

    Impact Ready
    211. Naturally Creative, Resourceful and Whole: A Coaching Approach to Stronger Relationships

    Impact Ready

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 9:57


    What if the way you see someone could completely change the way you connect with them?Steph dives into one of the most foundational beliefs in coaching: that people are naturally creative, resourceful, and whole. This powerful mindset shift can reshape how we communicate, how we show up in relationships, and how we view ourselves. When we stop trying to fix the people around us and start assuming their wholeness, something shifts. Steph explores how positive assumptions fuel resilience, personal growth, and stronger self-belief, and offers a practical challenge to help you start applying this principle right away.In this episode you'll discover:Foundational belief in coaching: people are naturally creative, resourceful, and wholeImpact of mindset on relationships and communicationApplying the belief in personal and professional lifeThe influence of positive assumptions on success and resilienceYour takeaways:Assuming people are whole and resourceful transforms how you communicate and connect with themShifting your internal dialogue away from "fixing" mode dismantles saboteurs and builds resilienceYou can start applying this mindset today by choosing to see one person in your life as naturally creative, resourceful, and wholeChapters00:00 The Foundation of Coaching: A New Perspective01:29 Embracing Creativity and Resourcefulness in Relationships03:08 The Power of Assumptions in Communication05:22 Influence of Beliefs on Self-Perception07:28 Dismantling Saboteurs: A Path to Empowerment09:02 Challenge: Assume Wholeness in Others

    Training4Manhood
    What is the Key to Effective Communication in Marriage?

    Training4Manhood

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 22:20


      Host: Dan Panetti   I often get asked this question from younger couples…and for many, they are looking for the right “formula” in how to say things to better communicate with their spouse. Now, when I look at many of the world's suggestions/tools, they aren't wrong…but these communication strategies aren't the whole story…or even the heart of effective communication - so what is?   The key to effective communication in marriage is the condition of your heart. Is your heart fertile soil where the love for your spouse is cultivated and growing? Jesus teaches a powerful lesson about the condition of your heart in Matthew 13 and the Parable of the Sower.   Your heart is either hard and surface, shallow and rocky, filled with thorns and weeds, or fertile and nourishing. Work on the condition of your heart…and your communication will grow and flourish as your heart grows and matures. T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle (info@training4manhood.com) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website.

    High-Income Business Writing
    #397: How to Pivot on a Client Call Without Sounding Pushy or Salesy

    High-Income Business Writing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 7:29


    Knowing you should redirect a client conversation is one thing. Doing it smoothly, without the client feeling like you're steering them somewhere for your own benefit... That's a different skill entirely. Over the past few weeks we've covered building a small bench of offers, reading the signals in a prospect conversation, and matching what you hear to what you have. Today I want to tackle the part that makes most writers nervous: the actual moment of the pivot. I walk through both versions — the clunky default move most writers make when they're worried about losing the work, and the three-step sequence that actually lands well. I also share a specific scenario so you can hear exactly how the language sounds in practice. What You'll Learn Why the instinctive "upsell" move lands wrong even when your instinct is right The three-step pivot sequence: mirror, name, offer How to reflect a prospect's situation back to them in a way that opens them up to a different approach What to say when you notice a strategic gap, without making the client feel corrected How to propose a smaller next step that feels like good service rather than a sales maneuver What to do when a client isn't open to being redirected at all Why the pivot is a diagnostic move, not a sales technique Key Ideas & Takeaways 1. The Default Move Lands Wrong. When most writers spot a problem with a project scope, they wait for a pause and then introduce a different offer. Even when the instinct is right, it feels like an upsell. The client came in asking for one thing and now you're selling them something else. The delivery undermines the advice. 2. Mirror First. Before naming any concern, reflect back what the prospect said in their own language — not a summary, actual words and phrases they used. This confirms you were listening and gives them a chance to hear their own situation out loud. Then pause and let them confirm or correct. 3. Name What You're Observing. Gently, without drama. Share what you've seen happen in similar situations, framed as experience rather than judgment. "I've seen that create problems down the road" lands very differently than "I think your approach is wrong." You're not telling them they're wrong. You're sharing what you've noticed. 4. Offer a Smaller Next Step. After mirroring and naming, propose a contained, lower-risk next step rather than a full alternative engagement. Frame it around the client's benefit: it makes the eventual production faster, cleaner, and more likely to work. No pressure. No lecture. The sequence is mirror, name, offer. 5. The Pivot Is a Diagnostic Move. Writers who struggle most with redirecting a conversation tend to think of it as a sales technique. It's not. It's matching what the client actually needs to the help you can actually provide. Done right, it feels like good service, because it is. 6. Sometimes It Doesn't Work. Some clients are locked in on what they asked for and won't be redirected, however gracefully you handle it. When that happens, you have a decision: take the project as scoped, or pass. But most clients respond well to honest guidance from someone who shows up as an advisor, not just an executor. Action Steps Write out the three-move sequence in your own words: mirror, name, offer. Having your own version ready makes it easier to use in the moment without it sounding scripted. Think back to a recent prospect conversation where you spotted a problem with the scope but didn't say anything. How would the mirror-name-offer sequence have changed that conversation? Practice the "name what you're observing" move in low-stakes settings first. Focus on framing it as experience ("I've seen this create problems") rather than judgment ("I think this is wrong"). Before your next discovery call, identify one scenario where you might need to redirect, and prep the language ahead of time.

    Thoughtcast
    I Needed Help and Nobody Showed Up

    Thoughtcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 5:10


    Work with Sumi 1-on-1 (Main Link):

    Global Seducer Quickie Podcast
    This IMMEDIATELY Healed My Approach Anxiety

    Global Seducer Quickie Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 8:22


    Work with me in person: https://globalseducer.com/infield Invest in my bestselling book: https://www.globalseducer.com/book 

    Transform Your Life With Wenzes
    Forget Motivation, This Is How You Adapt Your Identity | BUSINESS OWNER MINDSET

    Transform Your Life With Wenzes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 18:34


    Free Template Owner Identity Mindset:https://owner-identity.gr8.com/_Work with me 1-on-1 for personalized support:

    The Natural Birth Podcast
    Free Birthing in Northern New South Wales Australia

    The Natural Birth Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 44:10


    This week on The Natural Birth Podcast we have Kate.Kate is a mother raising three wild and beautiful boys amongst barefoot days, intentional family living, and the everyday magic of home in northern NSW Australia. In the area I used to live. She is deeply passionate about soulful birth, motherhood, ritual, connection, and creating a life that feels soft, grounded, and true.In this episode, Kate shares her journey through birth and motherhood, how each pregnancy deepened her trust in herself, and how following her inner voice led her toward an incredibly intuitive and empowering free birth experience.Her journey started out with her first baby immersing herself in her midwifes knowledge to by her third feeling the pull to birth just with her family around.Curious about Kate? Find her on instagram as @grounded.blessingsAnd here is a sweet little reminder about the 50% discount on the bundle for Mother's Day Month. The Bundle includes The Natural Birth Course, The Nourishing Postpartum Course & 1yr membership in the Maiden Mother & Maga Village.Use the coupon code: MOTHERSDAY26 at the checkout for 50% of the already reduced Bundle. That's 50% with the Coupon Code: MOTHERSDAY26 Find the link to the bundle in the shownotes or visit sacredbirthinternational.com/the-bundleWant to work with Anna or join The Sacred Birth Worker Mentorship?Find Anna's Website, about her Mentorship & How to Work with Her, as well as all Links & Resources she mentions in the episode here:www.sacredbirthinternational.com/links-podcast

    The Working With... Podcast
    A Calmer, More Human Approach to Time Management

    The Working With... Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 14:26


    Is it possible to remain calm and focused when everything around us is getting faster, noisier and seemingly more demanding?  I think it is, and in this week's episode, I'll share some of my insights so you, too, can remain productive in a quiet, focused way.  Links: Email Me | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Linkedin   Learn more about the Quiet Productivity Method here Get Your Copy Of Your Time, Your Way: Time Well Managed, Life Well Lived   The Working With… Weekly Newsletter Carl Pullein Learning Centre Carl's YouTube Channel Carl Pullein Coaching Programmes Subscribe to my Substack  The Working With… Podcast Previous episodes page   Script | 418 Hello, and welcome to episode 418 of the Your Time, Your Way Podcast. A podcast to answer all your questions about productivity, time management, self-development, and goal planning. My name is Carl Pullein, and I am your host of this show.  Recently, I had a call with one of my coaching clients who is completely on board with AI. He's gone down the usual rabbit hole of ChatGPT, then Claude, then back to ChatGPT, then to Google's Gemini and now he's obsessed with Claude again.  It reminded me of the late twenty-teens when everyone was switching between Evernote, Notion, Apple Notes, and then Roam Research. It was an amusing merry-go-round.  One of the ironic things about my client is that he'd had to wake up at 5:00 am to review the materials for a workshop he was delivering that day because he suddenly thought Claude might not have given the correct information, and he needed to check everything before 9:00 am.  I asked him how long he usually took to prepare for a workshop like this, and he replied that it normally took three or four hours. However, he said emphatically, with Claude's help, it's taking him around six to eight hours. I did point out the obvious. With AI's help, it's taking twice as long, but he dismissed that, saying AI was the future and that by doing it this way, he was learning and would eventually be faster.  Fair point.  But he did have to wake up two hours earlier than normal. Not something I would enjoy doing.  This reminded me that life, whether it's our personal or our professional lives, shouldn't be lived at speed. Life should be lived at our own pace.  Two YouTube videos I recently watched emphasised this. One was by Matt D' Avella, and the other was from Samurai Matcha.  In Matt's video, entitled I Tried to Optimise my Life. It made it Worse, Matt pointed out that trying to live a productive life left him feeling frustrated. All the curated lists and time blocks on his calendar just set him up for failure.  If he didn't clear his to-do list or he was unable to follow his time blocks, he'd end the day feeling that he'd failed. This left him feeling miserable all evening and wondering what was wrong with him. Then I watched Samurai Matcha's video entitled “10 Real Japanese Organisation Tricks”, in which he explained why his girlfriend's organisation philosophy was brilliant.  Her philosophy was that the goal of organising is to always know where everything is. This meant that things were stacked so you could see what was in a cupboard or refrigerator as soon as you opened the door. That clothes were arranged so that, just by looking in a wardrobe, you could instantly see what was in there.  It isn't about having everything look pretty and tidy, only to be unable to find what you are looking for. It's about knowing instantly where everything is.  So there you have one person trying to optimise everything and setting himself up for failure every day. And another who is essentially working by her own logic, making her life as simple and easy as possible.  You can guess who was the more relaxed, settled and happy with life.  And this is the point. Life's not about optimising everything. We're human beings, but we're trying to turn ourselves into machines that can be programmed to wake up at a particular time, jump into a bath of freezing water, do a two-hour morning exercise routine, spend an hour writing morning pages and then finish it all off with twenty minutes of meditation.  That's not what life is about at all.  One way to get started in creating a calmer, quieter way of living is to begin with your non-negotiables. What are the things you must do each day? There are the obvious ones, such as sleeping, brushing your teeth, washing and eating. Most of those our bodies have ways of ensuring we do them. We get sleepy, and we get hungry.  But what other things would be non-negotiable for you?  For me, taking Louis out for his walk, doing a little exercise and enjoying a cup of tea with my wife when she gets home from university are non-negotiable at a personal level.  At a professional level, my non-negotiable is spending 2 hours a day creating. That could be writing, recording or planning. It doesn't matter what I create; all that matters is that I create something.  And that's it. Together, that's around four to five hours a day.  Once you have established what your non-negotiables are, it becomes easy to say no to things that could interfere with them.  Another way to bring some calm and quiet back into your life is to focus on time not what you have to do.  Let me explain.  Most of what comes at us each day is not within our control. You do not know how many Slack or Teams messages you will get today. Neither do you know how many emails you will get nor what you will be asked to do.  What you do know is how much time you can dedicate to these inputs.  Over the years, I've learnt that if I allow 40 minutes or so each day to respond to my actionable messages and emails, I'll mostly stay on top of my communications. Sure, occasionally I am behind, but as I can see I am getting behind, I can allow a little extra time to catch up if necessary.  I also know that if I have two hours a day to create, I'll always hit my publication schedule.  If you work on projects, what would happen if you dedicated 2 hours a day to quiet, focused work on them? No distractions, no interruptions, just quiet, focused work. From the people I've worked with who have done this, they're amazed at just how much work they get done each week. And how deadlines no longer become stressful or missed.  Two hours may not seem much, but over a working week, that's ten uninterrupted hours. Ten hours you know you will not be interrupted by anyone.  The great thing about this approach is that you gain control over your time. And with a little consistency, you soon find yourself on top of your work.  You also learn where your limits are.  I know my brain gets tired around the 90-minute to 2-hour mark of focused work.  Sure, there are days I would love to spend three hours in focused work, but experience has taught me that the extra hour is a wasted hour. I make more mistakes; I start snatching a quick look at my messages and emails, looking for anything to distract me. That pile of washing suddenly needs to be put away, or those cups and dishes need washing and putting away.  Once you know your limits, you can work within them.  This approach is a more human way to go about your day. It's not optimised to create impossible days, leaving you feeling exhausted, unfulfilled and disappointed with yourself.  It's set up to work with your strengths and, more importantly, with your biorhythms. Your body's natural rhythms.  The advantage of this kinder, calmer way of going about your day is that you naturally slow down. You have the space to deal with the urgencies and the demands of your bosses, clients and colleagues. And that results in fewer mistakes, leaving you with less corrective work to do.  The problem with being human is that we are really quite fragile. My client, who woke up at 5:00 am to fix Claude's mistakes, will find the afternoon a dead zone. He'll be exhausted and trying to operate at 100% with less than five hours of sleep.  That lack of sleep will likely affect his food choices at lunchtime. He'll probably grab a quick sandwich or something else high in carbohydrates, which will spike his insulin levels, leaving him feeling drowsy afterwards.  And then we're also susceptible to all sorts of bugs and illnesses, which can have a debilitating effect on our energy levels.  Again, not within our control unless we seal ourselves off from the outside world. Not a great idea.  I can assure you that the best approach to managing time and improving your productivity is to be human about it. Work with you and your natural state, rather than trying to be like a machine.  Take care of your three foundations: get enough sleep, eat healthy and move frequently.  Then, have a plan for the day. Not a minute-by-minute plan, but one that takes care of your non-negotiables, allows for some focused work time and has enough flexibility to take care of unknowns that will inevitably pop up throughout the day.  Since the 1980s, technological advances have consistently promised us less work and more leisure time. And yet that's never materialised. Instead, the opposite happens.  Smartphones took business communications out of the office and made them omnipresent, leaving us with no place to hide. The desktop computer eliminated the typing pool and left managers and executives responsible for crafting their own letters and emails.  Cloud computing eliminated the filing cabinet and placed company documents within our reach 24/7, even when we were supposed to be on vacation.  What's more, all this technological advancement has sped everything up. And it's this speeding up that has left us with so much more to do. What used to take us three or four days to do is now expected to be done in an hour.  That's where the problem is.  Fortunately, there are ways to mitigate this: be human. Make your own decisions about what you work on and when. Wrestle back control of your calendar and protect time to do the things that matter.  These are simple steps, not easy to implement initially, but worth putting the effort into implementing them.  As Matt D'Avella has discovered, and Samurai Matcha's girlfriend already knew, keeping things human, simple and logical to yourself is the best way to live in a calm, quiet, focused way. Now, before I go, if what you've heard today in this podcast resonated with you and you want to learn more, my Quiet Productivity Method programme will do just that.  Recently updated to cover your non-negotiables, the superb daybook system and how to plan your days and weeks so you are living within your time means, this programme will teach you, step by step, how to create a system that works for you. How to find time for what you want, and much more. In addition, you will also become a part of the Quiet Productivity Method community, where you can share ideas, ask questions and join the monthly live sessions that will answer your questions and hold you accountable as you move away from the unsustainable task-based systems of old and towards a sustainable, humane, time-based system.  I do hope you can join me.  Thank you for listening, and it just remains for me now to wish you all a very, very productive week.   

    Six Pixels of Separation Podcast - By Mitch Joel
    The Value Of Uncertainty With Simone Stolzoff - TWMJ #1037

    Six Pixels of Separation Podcast - By Mitch Joel

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 57:56


    Welcome to episode #1037 of Thinking With Mitch Joel (formerly Six Pixels of Separation). At a moment when certainty has become both a cultural obsession and a commercial product, Simone Stolzoff is asking a far more uncomfortable question: what if the real skill is learning how to live without it? A journalist whose work has appeared in publications like The Atlantic and author of the bestselling book The Good Enough Job, Simo has built his work around examining the hidden psychological contracts shaping modern life… especially our increasingly tangled relationship with work, ambition and identity. His new book, How to Not Know - The Value of Uncertainty in a World that Demands Answers, pushes that exploration even further, arguing that many of the anxieties defining modern life stem not from uncertainty itself… but from our declining ability to tolerate it. In this conversation, Simo explores why uncertainty has become so psychologically destabilizing in an era where information is infinite, prediction is constant and every question seems one search query away from an answer. He discusses the paradox of modern life: despite unprecedented prosperity, connectivity and opportunity, people feel increasingly fragile, overwhelmed and fearful of ambiguity. Simo explains how uncertainty once served an important evolutionary purpose, but has become maladaptive in a culture obsessed with optimization, certainty and control. The conversation moves through entrepreneurship, identity, politics, AI, climate anxiety, relationships and creativity… all connected by the tension between our desire for certainty and the reality that much of life remains fundamentally unknowable. Simo argues that uncertainty is not a flaw in the system… it is the birthplace of possibility, growth and reinvention. Along the way, we discuss Brian Eno, venture capital, the psychology of risk, the danger of false certainty in modern discourse, and why action itself is often the antidote to anxiety. What emerges is not a conversation about having the answers… but about developing the resilience, humility and imagination to move forward without them. Enjoy the conversation… Running time: 57:55. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Listen and subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Listen and subscribe over at Spotify. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Thinking With Mitch Joel. Feel free to connect to me directly on LinkedIn. Check out ThinkersOne. Here is my conversation with Simone Stolzoff. How To Not Know - The Value of Uncertainty in a World that Demands Answers. The Good Enough Job. Subscribe to Simo's newsletter. Follow Simo on Instagram. Follow Simo on LinkedIn. Chapters: (00:00) - Introduction to Simone Stolzoff. (01:45) - The Intersection of Identity and Career. (03:50) - Embracing Uncertainty in Life and Work. (10:56) - Cultural Perspectives on Risk and Entrepreneurship. (15:50) - The Paradox of Comfort and Growth. (18:49) - Building Tolerance for Uncertainty. (22:33) - Macro Perspectives on Progress and Uncertainty. (27:23) - Navigating Opportunities in an Unstable Job Market. (33:07) - The Role of Geography in Relationships and Opportunities. (36:43) - Age Bias and Risk Aversion. (41:08) - Resilience in the Face of Uncertainty. (50:02) - Closing Thoughts on Rigidity and Acceptance.

    Bitcoiners - Live From Bitcoin Beach
    Uncle Rockstar Dev: BTCPay Server, Cypherpunk Ethos, Bitcoin Circular Economies and El Salvador

    Bitcoiners - Live From Bitcoin Beach

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 30:21 Transcription Available


    Is the Wall Street ETF narrative killing peer-to-peer Bitcoin adoption? Is Bitcoin failing if it only becomes a corporate store of value hoarded on Wall Street? Institutional demand and exchange-traded funds are not the end game for hyperbitcoinization. True freedom requires building an alternative economic system entirely outside legacy banking, proving that Bitcoin must function as everyday money to succeed.Uncle Rockstar Dev (@r0ckstardev) unpacks how open source software protects financial sovereignty. The cypherpunk history of BTCPay Server demonstrates how a non-custodial payment gateway allows anyone to host a node without asking permission. Relying on a centralized crypto payment processor intermediates your wealth, meaning you must self-host your infrastructure to enforce individual sovereignty.A thriving circular economy operates directly on the ground. From kids using the Lightning Network to buy choco bananas in El Zonte to alternative networks expanding across Africa and Indonesia, communities are establishing localized ecosystems. These regions completely bypass legacy structures, choosing instead to settle daily medium of exchange transactions directly in Satoshis.Documenting this global shift requires a dedicated grassroots movement of creators who reject mainstream financial media. Independent documentarians Zack Dorsey (@zackdorseyx)  and Brandon Martin (@elbrandonmartin) share their proof of work traveling from Central America to Mauritius to capture peer to peer adoption. Capturing these alternative networks on camera is vital to countering corporate narratives and demonstrating how local financial inclusion scales from the bottom up.This decentralized evolution dismantles the broken, top-down corporate NGO model. Instead of creating loops of financial dependency, the leaders meeting at the Zonte Economic Forum are connecting their localized circles to build global network synergy. If you are ready to stop accumulating fiat and start participating in the parallel economy, smash that subscribe button, leave your thoughts on economic sovereignty below, and share this with someone still paying with dirty cash.—Bitcoin Beach TeamConnect and Learn more about the guests:Uncle Rockstar (X): https://x.com/r0ckstardevJethro Toro (X): https://x.com/JethroToroBrandon Martin (X): https://x.com/elbrandonmartinZack Dorsey: (X):  https://x.com/zackdorseyxSupport and follow Bitcoin Beach:X: https://www.twitter.com/BitcoinBeach IG: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoinbeach_sv TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@livefrombitcoinbeach Web: https://www.bitcoinbeach.com Browse through this quick guide to learn more about the episode:00:00  Intro02:21  How to accept Bitcoin for business using self hosted BTCPay Server04:16  BTCPay Server vs BitPay: Why Nicolas Dorier built an open source alternative06:30  Why hyperbitcoinization depends entirely on grassroots adoption10:02  What a real Bitcoin standard looks like in El Salvador and globally11:42  Will Bitcoin fail if it only becomes a Wall Street store of value12:42  Why Bitcoin Beach rejected the centralized fiat NGO funding model21:23  Proof of Work journalism: Independent media reporting on El Salvador24:44  What it is really like moving to El Salvador to live on Bitcoin27:31  How connecting peer to peer networks creates global monetary synergyLive From Bitcoin Beach

    Morbid
    The Matamoros Devil Murders (Part 1)

    Morbid

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 59:00


    In March 1989, twenty-one-year-old University of Texas student Mark Kilroy and some friends traveled south of the border to Matamoros, Mexico to celebrate the end of spring break, along with thousands of other American students that year. After drinking all night at a bar on the night of March 10, Kilroy got separated from his friends when they decided to call it a night a little after 2:00 am. No one would see Mark Kilroy alive again. As one of several towns bordering the United States, Matamoros was popular with American tourists; however, by the late 1980s, it was beginning to develop a reputation for drug-related crime. In fact, Mark Kilroy was just one of sixty people who went missing in Matamoros in just the first three months of 1989 alone. When Kilroy's friends reported him missing to the Brownsville, Texas police a massive search began, with investigators fearing Mark might have been kidnapped by one of the local gangs. It turned out, the truth was far worse than anyone had feared. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Preorder our collaboration with Hunt-A-Killer THE SALEM SLICER! We are SO excited for you to help us crack the case! Want a signed copy of THE BUTCHER LEGACY?Click here to order from Premiere Collectibles! References Associated Press. 1989. "Leader in cult slayings ordered own death, two companions say." New York Times, May 8: 14. Assocoated Press. 1989. "Hypnosis tried in hunt for student." Fot Worth Star-Telegram, March 17: 24. Bragg, Roy. 1989. "Cult 'godfather' ordered killing." Houston Chronicle, April 13: 1. —. 1989. "Fateful party is re-enacted." Houston Chronicle, March 25: 1. Cartwright, Gary. 1989. "The Work of the Devil." Tecas Monthly, June 1. Douglas, Jack, and Major Garrett. 1989. "13th victim pulled from killing field." Houston Post, April 14: 1. Garcia, Guy. 1989. "The Believers: Cult Murders in Mexico." Rolling Stone, June 29. Humes, Edward. 1991. Buried Secrets: A True Story of Serial Murder, Black Magic, and Drug-Running on the U.S. Border. New York, NY: Dutton. Kreps, Mary Ann. 1989. "Machete blow reportedly killed Kilroy instantly." Houston Chronicle, April 12: 1. Mishra, Upendra Nath. 1989. "Police search properties owned by alleged cult leader." United Press International, April 20. Perez-Trevino, Emma. 2009. "Remebering Mark J. Kilroy." Brownsville Herald, March 8: 1. Sanders, Kathy. 1989. "Rumors of Satanists kidnapping children have parents terrified." Fort Worth Star-Telegram, April 15: 1. Schutze, Jim. 2023. Cauldron of Blood: The Matamoros Cult Killings. New York, NY: Open Road Media. United Press International. 1989. "Parents of missing student seek help from state." United Press International, March 29. Warren, Susan. 1989. "Kilroys say drug users 'to blame' for son's killing." Houston Chronicle, April 13: 1.   Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.