Podcasts about absorbing

Do you ever feel emotionally drained, overwhelmed, anxious, or unlike yourself after being around certain people?Sensitive people, empaths, and highly intuitive individuals often absorb other people's emotions and energy without realizing it. Over time, this can lead to emotional exhaustion, overwhelm, anxiety, people pleasing, difficulty staying grounded, and feeling disconnected from yourself.In this video, I share 5 signs you may be absorbing other people's energy and explain why this happens from an energetic and intuitive perspective.We'll explore:• why empaths absorb other people's emotions• signs you are taking on energy that isn't yours• why sensitive people feel overwhelmed around others• emotional overwhelm and energetic boundaries• how subconscious patterns affect empathic sensitivity• why staying centered changes the experience completely• how to stop absorbing other people's energy• the connection between intuition, sensitivity, and the energetic bodyMany sensitive people were never taught how to understand their energy, emotions, or intuitive awareness. Without grounding and energetic self-awareness, empathic sensitivity can become emotionally exhausting instead of empowering.This video will help you better understand:• empath overwhelm• energetic sensitivity• emotional absorption• taking on other people's stress and emotions• energetic boundaries• staying grounded as a sensitive person• intuitive awareness and self-trustIf you've ever wondered:“Why do I feel drained around certain people?”“Why do I absorb other people's emotions?”“How do I stop taking on energy?”or “Am I an empath?”This video will help you better understand what may be happening beneath the surface.Understanding your sensitivity is the first step toward learning how to work with it in a healthy, grounded way.If you want to deepen your understanding of intuition and learn how to stay centered while sensing others, I created a free course to help you begin developing your intuition.If you're ready to develop your intuition, take my free course here: https://wendyderosa.com/dyiLet your light lead you.#empath #energyhealing #emotionalenergy #highlysensitiveperson #energyboundaries #empathlife #intuitivepeople #spiritualgrowthSupport the show

Edmund Fitton-Brown discusses the centrality of the nuclear file in U.S.-Iran negotiations. He emphasizes that Israelcannot withdraw from Lebanon while under threat and highlights the IRGC's strategy of absorbing long-term pain. (8)1902 SOUTH AFRICA

The neuroscience of human connection: your nervous system is picking up other people's signals all day without your knowledge. Here's how to use that. Journalist Kate Murphy's eclectic essays and articles for The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, Agence France-Presse, and Texas Monthly have been shared and commented on by millions. She is known for her fresh and accessible style and ability to distill complex subjects, particularly the science behind human interactions. Her first book, You're Not Listening: What You're Missing and Why It Matters, was published in thirty-two languages and has become required reading in interpersonal communication courses at high schools, colleges, and universities worldwide.  In this episode we talk about: What "interpersonal synchrony" is and the science behind it Why some people just click — and others don't How individualism and technology are working against our need to connect What "affective presence" is –– and how much you can actually change your vibe Interoception – and why you need to understand your own body before you can read others The dark side of synchrony: emotional fusion and borrowed emotions Why audio-only calls are better than Zoom for real connection How physical distance controls your ability to sync "Emotional aperture" — how to read a room like a trial lawyer The secret to bonding with other people Get the 10% with Dan Harris app here Sign up for Dan's free newsletter here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Additional Resources:  Why We Click: The Emerging Science of Interpersonal Synchrony Join Dan, Sebene Selassie, and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18. Grab your in-person spot here, or sign up to livestream here! This episode is sponsored by: Spark — Clean energy and focus with zero sugar. Get 30% off and free shipping with code HAPPIER at https://www.drinkspark.com. BetterHelp — Online therapy, matched to your needs. Get 10% off your first month at https://www.betterhelp.com/happier. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris

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Peter and Mark preview this weekend's Canadian GP in Montreal.  There's some amazing detail in this livestream, ranging from the way Mercedes have been increasing compression ratios to why Fernando Alonso, in his first McLaren year, went off three times in Montreal at Turn 1. Absorbing stuff.Mark Slade has been a race engineer at McLaren, Mercedes, Renault and Haas and  has played a major role in two World Championships, 34 GP wins, 101 podiums and 40 pole positions.With thanks to Jetcraft, the world's largest buyer and seller of executive jets: https://jetcraft.comTo TrackNinja, a lap-timer and data app designed to help users improve their on-track car and driver performance through analysis and an innovative Data Garage. A lite version is free; the loaded edition is US$9.99 pcm or $99.99 yearly: https://trackninja.appTo OEM Exclusive, the passionate suppliers of OEM upgrades for exotic and high-performance vehiclesAnd to REC Watches, whose timepieces are infused with DNA and actual material from famous racing and road cars. Claim your additional 10 per cent discount by adding the codeword PETER:https://recwatches.com/next-projectVisit https://alpinestars.com for all your racing apparelTry Oscar Razors - Australia's highly-rated, 5-blade razors for men and women https://oscarrazor.com.au.  Follow Peter @peterwindsorBook a Cameo with Peter: https://cameo.com/peterwindsorContact us at: peterwindsoryt@gmail.comWe support the Race Against Dementia:https://raceagainstdementia.comThe Alora dog rescue shelter (Malaga, Spain)https://aloradogrescue.com#standwithukraine - now, more than ever#Canada! #jimmykimmel!Stephen Gallacher Golf Foundationhttps://sgfoundation.co.ukNick: you're with us always:https://samaritans.orgSupport the showVisit: https://youtube.com/peterwindsor for F1 videos past, present and future

Your supervisees are learning more than interventions, case conceptualization, and clinical skills… they're learning you.In this episode of Supervision Simplified, Dr. Amy Parks explores one of the most overlooked truths in clinical leadership: your supervisees are constantly absorbing your nervous system, emotional regulation, conflict style, and ability to stay grounded under pressure.Whether you're a clinical supervisor, therapist, practice owner, educator, or emerging leader in mental health, this conversation will challenge the way you think about influence, emotional safety, and the ripple effect of your leadership.In this episode:✔ Why supervision is never just skill transfer✔ How your nervous system shapes clinical culture✔ The difference between management and true leadership✔ Why emotional safety directly impacts client care✔ How great supervisors model resilience, not perfectionSubscribe for weekly conversations designed to elevate clinical supervision, leadership, and the future of mental health.#SupervisionSimplified #ClinicalSupervision #MentalHealthLeadership #Therapist #Counselor #LPC #LMFT #LCSW #Psychology #Leadership

Send us Fan Mail"I'm the strong one." You've said it about yourself. You're the strong friend everyone leans on. Somewhere along the way, you forgot there was ever anyone underneath.This episode is for the woman who has been praised for her resilience her entire life, and who is starting to suspect that what she's been doing was never resilience at all. It was endurance. Pushing through without processing. Absorbing without recovering. And while she was being admired for it, something inside her went quiet. The world calls this burnout. She calls it disappearing.Dr. Amen Kaur names the difference between resilience and endurance, and explains why high-achieving women are culturally conditioned to confuse the two. You'll hear what the neuroscience says about how chronic endurance reshapes your nervous system over decades. Drawing on research from Porges, Gabor Mate, and the Mount Sinai resilience studies, the episode explains why rest doesn't help and why willpower stopped working. The spark didn't leave. You cut it off. Because the identity of the strong one required you to.What's the difference between resilience and endurance? One restores your nervous system. The other quietly costs you it.If you've been called resilient your whole life and you're now exhausted in a way rest doesn't touch, this one is for you.Free masterclass: amenkaur.com/masterclassStarting Over, Being You with Dr. Amen Kaur, PhD. A research-grounded podcast for high-achieving women who have done the work and are still stuck. Built on the Human Intelligence Framework and the Five Intelligences. Return, not reinvention. New episode every Wednesday.Free Masterclass: The Human Intelligence FrameworkA walkthrough of the five stage method Dr Amen Kaur uses with high achieving women who have lost themselves inside a career, role or identity that no longer fits.Watch it free at amenkaur.com/masterclassAbout Dr Amen KaurStarting Over, Being You with Dr. Amen Kaur is the podcast for high-achieving women who have been quietly losing themselves inside the life they built. Dr. Amen Kaur, PhD, is a former scientist and former Partner at a FTSE 250 company with 20+ years of corporate experience. She teaches the Human Intelligence Framework, the Five Intelligences that orbit Your Self, and how to bring the integrator back online when it has stepped away from the seat.Learn more at amenkaur.com/aboutStay CloseInstagram: @dramenkaurTikTok: @dramenkaurYouTube: @dramenkaurDisclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical, psychological, or financial advice. Please consult a qualified professional for guidance specific to your situation.

In Episode 332 of the GET UNSTUCK Podcast, we're talking about the victim mindset, emotional survival patterns, codependency, nervous system healing, and why so many women stay stuck managing everyone else's emotions while abandoning themselves. The enemy wants you focused on the past because when you stay emotionally trapped in old pain, you subconsciously punish yourself in the present. For some people it's alcohol. For others it's food, sugar, emotional eating, shopping, toxic relationships, distractions, overworking, or constantly rescuing everyone around them. Different coping mechanisms. Same root issue: avoiding the inner healing work. In this episode we unpack: ✨ Victim mentality and emotional cycles ✨ Codependency and people pleasing ✨ Nervous system regulation ✨ Emotional exhaustion and burnout ✨ Why peace cannot exist in constant chaos ✨ Rebuilding your identity after emotional survival mode ✨ Healing through faith and personal responsibility ✨ Learning to stop absorbing everyone else's emotions You are not here to carry everyone else's emotional weight. You are here to protect your peace, regulate your nervous system, and remember who God created you to be. If you've been living as the emotional shock absorber in your relationships, this episode will deeply resonate with you.

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Send Audrey a Text to get your question answered on the showWhy isn't my horse absorbing vitamin E? In this episode, we cover the difference between natural d-alpha-tocopherol and synthetic dl-alpha-tocopherol, why horses on hay are almost always starting from deficiency, how oxidative stress from iron overload, high-PUFA fats, and inflammation depletes vitamin E faster than you can replace it, and how to actually troubleshoot non-response.SourcesKentucky Equine Research: Natural vs. Synthetic Vitamin E bioavailability studies (Nano-E® research)ScienceDirect: Form of Vitamin E Supplementation Affects Oxidative and Inflammatory Response in Exercising Horses (2020)Journal of Animal Science: Natural vs. Synthetic Vitamin E in Morgan Horses (2023)Mad Barn Equine Feed Database: Vitamin E benefits and formsThe Horse Magazine: Vitamin E Supplementation for HorsesNRC Nutrient Requirements of Horses (2007)Omega Fields: Stored Forage and Vitamin E degradation data Minerals and Metals Mane Test: https://equine-energy-medicine.myshopify.com/products/minerals-and-metals-mane-test?variant=51330892300592Find all the Resource Listed Here: linktr.ee/equineenergymedAudrey is not an MD or DVM and has never implied or claimed to be either. Audrey holds a Doctoral Degree of Traditional Naturopathy and a Masters Degree in Science. She created an evidenced-based anti-inflammatory nutrition program for equine and has successfully helped over 10k horses. This information is not meant to diagnose, prescribe for, treat, or cure, and is not a replacement for your veterinarian.  These are my personal interpretations based on my education, skill and experience. Equine Energy Medicine refers to non-invasive, supportive modalities focused on energetic balance, nutrition, and overall well-being, and does not replace veterinary care.

How do you tend to define success? Is it an external outcome you pursue, or is it something personal you feel ‘close in’? I’ve been preparing for our next set of Serenity Island Picnics. I’m considering how being more experimental might affect my understanding of success. I share a few of these observations in this short episode of The Gentle Rebel Podcast. The Return to Serenity Island combines structured resources with a guided creative journey, offering a space for more experimental thinkers to explore change, personal growth, and ambition without the pressure of performance or rigid goal-setting. It appeals to those who view life as a mysterious treasure island to explore rather than a checklist of predetermined items to tick off. https://youtu.be/AFQlxKUNm60 What Does Close-In Success Feel Like? I find more satisfaction in the process of writing and producing a song than in completing it. Hearing a song on the radio doesn’t give me a greater sense of success than the mini-breakthroughs and connecting the dots as it emerges. However, I can downplay the importance of these close-in success moments. Absorbing outcome-oriented metrics can make it seem as though those don’t matter, and that true success lies in pursuing bigger goals. In The Return to Serenity Island, we connect real-world areas with map regions to recognise micro-moments and small glimmers of ‘close-in success’ in everyday life. Seeing Something Universal in Particular Situations A big reason I keep making videos about The Let Them Saga is what it represents. The story got a hold of me, and I’ve been unable and unwilling to ignore it. It’s been a strange experience because it is a complete departure from what I normally do. But with an experimental approach to life, pursuits can be driven by an inner compass (values, beliefs, etc.), which can lead us in directions that may seem, on the surface, unusual. In other words, we may connect the dots and see patterns, threaded together by those intrinsic motivations. For example, I’m drawn to the Let Them story because I can see elements of it as both a symptom of and a contributor to the greater challenges we are currently facing in the world. On Serenity Island, we use this compass to help us assess and respond to opportunities, feelings, and thorns that catch our attention as they arise. This enables us to reorient to our own definition of success and feel more confident about the path we’re on, even if it doesn’t make obvious sense to others. For me, I feel “close in success” when I know I am acting in sync with those deeper motivators, rather than in pursuit of a quick result or the perception of growth. It Can Take Me a While to Understand Where Something Fits I’m in awe of people who can grasp concepts quickly and understand how, why and where they fit. It seems to take unfamiliar ideas longer to snap into place for me. But when they do, it can feel like a mini-revelation. I love those aha moments. One of my core priorities while developing The Return to Serenity Island and The Haven was the concept of seasonal return, rhythm and repetition. For many experimental people, this allows ideas to settle and dots to connect. It’s through the familiarity of repetition that something may eventually land for us at the right time, when the conditions are right. False Starts and The Perception of Failure ‘Close-in’ success can look like failure to onlookers. On the experimental path, growth and progress often unfold in non-linear ways. They may appear as fits and starts. Trial, error, quitting, walking away, coming back, forgetting, remembering. Popular conceptual mantras can shape our self-understanding. For example, we learn to value the ability to “always begin with the end in mind, and start with a clear understanding of your destination”. Productivity bros declare that “winners never quit and quitters never win”. Self-help influencers remind us that “the person who has a fixed purpose and backs it with the determination to see it through to the end is the one who succeeds”. From this conceptual perspective, virtue lies in finishing what you start, even if it is no longer necessary, effective or appropriate. But for experimental people, it’s important to develop the ability to discern when it’s time to quit and how to let go sustainably. Nothing is Truly Wasted In an experimental life, nothing is wasted. Every venture yields something to carry forward. Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. No, wait. That’s different. In The Return to Serenity Island, we take time to acknowledge and appreciate our resourcefulness. We make peace with letting go and make space to focus on those sources of close-in satisfaction. Many of us carry baggage about letting go, quitting, and changing our minds. It might have been drummed into us that stopping before the end is wasteful. At its most extreme, an outcome-oriented framework holds that the end justifies the means. So long as you get the result, it doesn’t matter how you do it. It also holds that the end undermines the means. If things turn out unfavourably, the whole journey is seen as a waste of time. When The End Justifies and Undermines The Means I saw Stockport County (my team) lose to Carlisle on penalties at Wembley in the League Two playoff final in 2023. After the match, as we walked away from the stadium, I said, “Well, that was a waste of a day.” I was joking, but part of me felt it too, because the result was disappointing. It clouded my perception of the day, especially in the immediate aftermath of that defeat. But the day was otherwise great, full of enjoyable micro-moments. I realise how quickly I can undermine the time I spend caring, crafting, and creating if I hand all the power to the destination. But on the flipside, I can see how easy it is to find more joy in life when I turn that on its head and give power to the joy of the ‘close-in’. Satisfaction in small things comes from bringing real life to the landscapes we map in our imagination around Serenity Island. How Does Close-In Success Feel To YOU? If life were an island, where would you choose to hang out and explore, regardless of measurable results that may or may not follow? What would you love to plant more of in your life? How do you want to respond to unexpected changes, opportunities, and feelings that arise? Why do the choices you make matter? When experimental people build our lives on the foundations of questions like these, the growth we might otherwise try to force takes care of itself. When we view success up close, the path begins to unfold in unexpected, obvious, surprising, intuitive, gradual, and sudden ways. Join us on Serenity Island to explore more. You can choose what you pay at checkout and get access to all the course materials and live events for the next 12 months. It would be lovely to have you aboard. Head to serenityisland.me to find out more and grab your passport.

Costs are rising across the board, fuel, fertilizer, equipment, and labor, but many lawn care operators are still charging last year's prices. That gap doesn't just disappear… it comes straight out of your profit. In this episode, we break down how quietly absorbing these increases can destroy your margins over time, and what you need to do right now to correct course before the season gets away from you. If you've ever felt busy but not profitable, this one is going to hit home.   Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) : A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: https://www.lltechconference.com/ Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA): An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: https://Profitacceleratorlive.com Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more:  https://plus.mcievents.com/EquipExpo2026?RefId=PAJAK Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit www.Yardbook.com  Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK   Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! https://www.instagram.com/mrproducerusa/

Adam helps a client heal their wounded empath within, and to feel protected from absorbing emotions from others, and to lead their life on their terms rather than compromising to meet the needs and desires of others.

Before founding Rubber Sole Creative, Stav Ozdoba came to the U.S. with one goal: become a filmmaker. Within months, he was in meetings to direct a feature. Not long after, he learned just how brutal that path could be. What followed wasn't a straight line. It was a pivot. From indie films to editing weddings. From teaching himself Final Cut to landing at Sony. From cutting sizzles and promos to leading teams and eventually building his own creative shop from the ground up. In this episode, Corey and Stav trace that journey and get into what actually sustains a career in this business. Not just passion, but craft. Not just ambition, but clarity around what you're truly good at. They also dig into how storytelling changes across platforms, why "added value" creative matters more than ever, and what it really takes to carve out space as an independent in a crowded, evolving industry. Calls to Action Follow Stav Ozdoba and Rubber Sole Creative on LinkedIn Visit: rubbersoleav.com Like what you hear? Leave a rating and review Follow Corey: @coreysnathan across platforms Subscribe for weekly conversations with the people behind the work Key Takeaways The path isn't linear, and that's the point Stav arrived in LA aiming to direct films, but the reality of the industry forced a pivot. Editing became the lane where his instincts and abilities aligned and ultimately opened more doors than chasing directing ever did. Follow what you're good at, not just what you love Passion alone isn't enough. Stav makes a clear distinction between what you enjoy and what you can consistently execute at a high level. The sweet spot is where skill and interest meet. The edit bay is the real classroom Early on, Stav learned by proximity. Watching other editors. Asking questions. Absorbing instincts. Not formal training, but immersion in the craft. Story is the constant, format is the variable Whether it's a trailer, a sizzle, or a social cut, the job is still storytelling. The platforms change. The audience behavior changes. The need to connect emotionally does not. Underserved work is often the biggest opportunity Rubber Sole was built around doing the work others overlook. Behind the scenes, sizzles, added value pieces. Done right, those pieces don't just support campaigns, they drive audience interest. Relationships still matter more than tools Even in an era of AI and rapid change, the business still runs on trust. When stakes are high, people call collaborators they know can deliver. Creative ownership requires risk tolerance Leaving Sony to start Rubber Sole wasn't a calculated leap with guarantees. It was a bet on craft, relationships, and the belief that great work would create opportunity. Standout Quotes "I stopped following my passion and started following what I'm good at." "You're always telling a story, no matter the platform." "If the work is undeniable, the room will open." "We're not competing on price. We're competing against average." "Sometimes if you don't get your dream job, you have to create it." Connect Stav Ozdoba – rubbersoleav.com Corey Nathan – @coreysnathan Sponsors The Golden Trailer Awards – goldentrailer.com Mesa Wealth Management – mezawealth.com Join the Community Leave a rating and review Share the episode with a friend in the industry Subscribe for new episodes every week Enjoying the show? Rate and review wherever you listen. It helps more people find us. Now go do some inspired work.

in this episode, we dive into how to protect and honor your energy as a highly sensitive woman. we live in a disconnected & overstimulated world and we're simply not taught how to become sovereign beings in our energy & who we are... instead we are guided into ways of being that drain us, burn us out, & create a life that feels disconnected & numb. through my own life experiences, i learned how to protect my aura & energy so that I remain grounded & centered in my own energy, instead of leaking it unconsciously in places & spaces all around me. which is why i need to share it with you today!! it really is life changing once we get it & really do the work to protect your energy daily. i hope this episode lands in the ways that feel nourishing & supportive for where you are in your journey xx

Meet & learn to work with your Spirit-led Guardian Guide- the member of your Spiritual team whose actual function is to filter emotional and energetic absorption so you stop taking on what isn't yours. In this episode, you'll uncover who your Spirit-led GuardianGuide is and how to build & maintain a relationship with them, for optimal energetic hygiene in both daily life & Reiki sessions.5 THINGS YOU'LL DISCOVER BY THE END OF LISTENING IN:1. The Difference Between Receiving & Absorbing as aReiki practitioner Receiving emotional information is your gift. Absorbing it as yours is the trap. You'll uncover how to perceive without absorbing. 2. Incorporate your “flavour” of Guides into your Reikiwork Whether Angels, Nature Spirits, Shamanic Guides, Colour Guides, learn to lean on your exclusive Spiritual team in a way that feels natural & inherent, rather than this connection sitting in a separate compartment from your Reiki practise. 3.What Your Guardian Guide Actually Does (The Mechanics) Three core elements: Recognition (knowing what's yours vs. what isn't), Filtering(preventing absorption without shutting down your gift), and Maintenance (keeping your energetic boundaries clean so you don't white-knuckle protection). It's real, it works, and it's simpler than you think.4.How to Work With Your Guardian Guide Reiki sessions& life From the moment you wake up to how you navigate difficult people and charged spaces - practical, creative ways to invite your Guide in. Not rituals. Not more to-dos. Just moments of intentional relationship-building.5.Why Protection Isn't Selfish - It's How You ActuallyServe When you're resourced instead of depleted, when you're not drowning in others' emotions, that's when you can be truly present with someone else's pain. That's when you can do Reiki work without leaving pieces of yourself behind. Protection is the foundation of medicine.Spirit-led Reiki Pathway: https://www.reikiredefined.com/spirit-led-reiki-pathway/Free 30 min workshop: https://www.reikiredefined.com/lifting-the-veil-on-reiki/Free PDF for this episode (6th on the page): https://www.reikiredefined.com/free-how-to-guides/Free online community: https://www.reikiredefined.com/free-community/Get my free updates straight to your inbox: https://reiki-redefined.kit.com/6629991732You'll find me most on Tiktok @reikiredefined

If you've ever felt like an emotional sponge… absorbing other people's moods, stress, or negativity, this episode will help you reset your energy fast. Gabrielle Bernstein shares powerful, practical tools for empaths to protect their energy, set clear boundaries, and stop taking on what isn't theirs. Learn her 3-step morning protection ritual (the golden light bubble + sacred command), a simple cord-cutting prayer to release emotional attachments, and affirmations to instantly return to your center when you feel drained. These practices are designed to help you stay open-hearted and compassionate without losing your power, so you can move through the world grounded, clear, and energetically protected.  Join Gabrielle on her 2026 Time to Trust Tour! Get your ticket here https://gabbybernstein.com/events/ Try Gabrielle's FREE Cord Cutting Meditation http://bit.ly/45UOfC7 Join the 21-Day Trust the Universe Challenge to strengthen your faith and surrender control https://bit.ly/4lK34Op Read Gabrielle's #1 NYT Bestselling books: The Universe Has Your Back https://amzn.to/4l03Xlt If you feel you need additional support, please consult this list of safety, recovery, and mental health resources. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended to educate, inspire, and support you on your personal journey towards inner peace. I am not a psychologist or a medical doctor and do not offer any professional health or medical advice. If you are suffering from any psychological or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified health professional. Sponsors: If you're ready to take control of your thoughts – listen to UnF*ck Your Brain, wherever you get your podcasts Visit functionhealth.com/DEARGABBY or use code DEARGABBY25 for a $25 credit toward your membership Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Stop Absorbing Their Stress: 10-Min Relationship ResetFeeling drained by a manager's email or a partner's heavy silence? This 10-minute guided meditation helps you reclaim your emotional sovereignty and protect your nervous system from the "storms" of others.In This Session, You Will:Build Your Sovereignty Circle: Learn a powerful visualization to ensure you decide your own internal weather, regardless of external friction.Practice the 'Third-Person Shift': Detach from the "hook" of a stressful interaction by viewing it as a neutral observer.Regulate Your Nervous System: Use "cleansing sighs" and heart-centered breathing to lower cortisol and release physical tension.Anchor Your Self-Worth: Affirm that your value is not defined by the moods or actions of those around you.About Your Host Martin is the creator of Calming Anxiety and a former paramedic and clinical hypnotist. Having overcome his own battles with severe mental health, he now serves as a beacon of hope, helping thousands take back control of their anxious thoughts.Resources & LinksThe Anxiety Circuit Breaker Course: Access five heartfelt sessions designed to combat panic and anxiety at calminganxiety.fm.Support the Show: If this meditation helped you find your center, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts—it helps others find their anchor, too.Daily Mindfulness Tips from this Episode:Visualize the Circle: When words affect you, breathe deeply and imagine your circle of trust.Appreciate Your Progress: Take five minutes today to acknowledge how far you've come.Practice Self-Gratitude: Love all that you are and forgive when you can.#RelationshipStress #NervousSystem #GuidedMeditation #CalmingAnxiety #WorkplaceWellnessConnect with us: www.calminganxiety.fmThe Anxiety Circuit Breaker Couse - 5 Wonderful Hypnotherapy Sessions https://calminganxietypodcast.systeme.io/letter

What if the protein you're working so hard to eat is barely getting absorbed — and the answer has been growing in fresh water for four billion years?This week, I sat down with Catharine Arnston, CEO and Founder of EnergyBits and one of the world's leading experts on algae nutrition, who left a 25-year corporate career after her sister's breast cancer diagnosis sent her down a research rabbit hole she never climbed out of.Here's what blew my mind: when you eat 50 grams of chicken, your body can take two to three days to break it down — and you might only absorb 10% of it as usable amino acids. Five grams of spirulina delivers the equivalent amino acid payload. Instantly. Spirulina isn't even a plant — it's a bacteria with no cell wall, so it absorbs straight through your gums into your bloodstream in seconds.She dropped a bomb about GLP-1s: when you lose fat rapidly, you're not just losing fat — you're releasing the toxins stored inside it directly into your bloodstream. That's exactly when chlorella becomes non-negotiable.And the cancer conversation? Spirulina contains a blue pigment called phycocyanin found nowhere else on Earth. It can identify a cancer cell, strip out the very molecule that lets tumors grow, and trigger apoptosis — cancer cell death — while speeding up energy production in healthy cells. Oncologists are now measuring phycocyanin in blood plasma to track whether cancer is being killed.After hearing this, you'll never look at your protein sources — or your afternoon fatigue — the same way.Episode Links & Resources:Website: https://energybits.com/Use code HYDRATE for 20% offConnect with Tracy:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tracyduhs.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hydration Shop: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sanctuarysd.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tracyduhs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Flow FAM Community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tracyduhs.com/join-flow-fam/

Welcome back to the Let It Fly Show! Our guest this week is none other than Dave Tollefson, former defensive end and linebacker in the NFL, who is the 2026 defensive analyst for the Huskers. Dave has a history engrained with grit and perseverance, and a love of football that he brings to the 2026 Husker season.

Whatever your message, the manner in which you deliver it is just as important.You found the right words. You picked the right time to say them. You even tailored them to your audience. Why did your message fall flat? “It's your tone,” says Jefferson Fisher.Fisher is a trial attorney, New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and one of the most-followed experts in communication today. From handling high-stakes communication in the courtroom to navigating everyday conversations, he says successful messaging isn't just about what you say, but how you say it. “It's not your words, it's your tone,” he says, “The words might be right, but the way you [say them] — that's what ends up controlling the day. Tone controls everything.”In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Fisher and host Matt Abrahams explore how to set the right tone in all kinds of communication. Whether you're navigating conflict, giving and receiving feedback, or just trying to connect, Fisher offers practical techniques for ensuring the manner of your communication matches what you mean.Episode Reference Links:Jefferson FisherJefferson's Book: The Next Conversation WorkbookJefferson's Podcast: The Jefferson Fisher PodcastEp.228 Negotiate Your Way to Success: Empathy, Mirroring, and Labeling Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (02:28) - Stop Winning Arguments (04:02) - Ask, Don't Persuade (04:33) - Defuse Tension Fast (05:40) - Read the Room (07:36) - Observing vs. Absorbing (09:08) - Framing Conversations (11:21) - Fix Digital Communication (13:01) - Improve Your Tone (15:53) - Break People-Pleasing (17:18) - Setting Clear Boundaries (20:54) - The Final Three Questions (23:55) - Conclusion  ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.This episode is sponsored by Grammarly. Let Grammarly take the busywork off your plate so you can focus on high-impact work. Download Grammarly for free today Join our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

On Day 4 of The Ancient Architecture of Calm, we move into the essential emotional arc of Protect. After landing, resting, and grounding, we now learn to define our boundaries. We explore the fourth pillar of the Sumerian morning—the Consecration of the Threshold—and the history of the Gipar, the sacred residence that no chaos was permitted to enter. In today's episode: Ancient Insight: The Sumerian concept of Kuru (protection) and the "Seven Gates" of the ancient city. The Emotional Arc: The Protect. Transitioning from being a "sponge" for the world's stress to being a sanctuary of your own. The Anchor: Mastering the Prithvi (Earth) Mudra to physically seal your energy. This is day 4 of a 7-day meditation series, "Morning Anxiety Rituals for a Calm Start to Your Day," episodes 3486-3492 THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE -  THE ARTIFACT HUNT Each day, find one physical object in your home that has "weight" and "texture"—a stone, a heavy book, a piece of wood—and hold it for 60 seconds to anchor your senses. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY Day 1: VISUALIZATION: Ground yourself in peace. Day 2: AFFIRMATION:  "I am the steady ground upon which my life is built." Day 3: EARTH INHALE BREATH Inhale. Inhale for 4, imagining breath rising from the soles of your feet; hold for 4, feeling the weight of your hips; exhale for 8, sighing out the future. Day 4: PRITHVI EARTH MUDRA Touch the tip of the ring finger to the thumb. This encourages stability and physical healing. Day 5: CHAKRA FOCUS: First chake to feel grounded. Color is red. Element is earth Day 6: ANXIETY RELEASE FLOW MEDITATION: Combining the week's techniques Day 7: WEEKLY REVIEW MEDITATION: Closure with a review of the week's highs and lows. SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual! WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme. 2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Absorbing the light of this harmony seeking Libran full moon (1st/2nd), is really important if we're to maintain our heart-centered balance in this very vibrant, passionate & sometimes over-confident month of April. The sextile between structural Saturn & transformative Pluto is helping Gaia, & ourselves, to break open & dissolve old, outdated historic limitations, freeing us to express our true gifts carried in our ancient genetic coding. Please enjoy my interview on the JeffMara podcast. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4gcymGAW_8

For our episode todaywe arrive at the center of the Christian faith. The Cross.Because if there is any place where we should clearly see what God is like… It's here.But the question is: What exactly is the cross revealing?Is it revealing a God who needs violence in order to forgive?Or is it revealing a God who absorbs violence in order to heal?Let's take a deeper look.Hester Ministries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Present Truth Academy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Rorschach God⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you've been feeling drained after certain conversations…or like your mood shifts the moment you're around certain people… this episode is for you.In this episode, I'm breaking down why you keep absorbing other people's energy without realizing it—and how to finally stop.This isn't about becoming cold or shutting people out.It's about learning how to stay in your own energy, protect your peace, and stop carrying what was never yours.You'll learn:How to stop absorbing other people's emotionsPractical ways to protect your energy in everyday situationsHow to stay grounded, calm, and in control of your stateIf you're ready to feel lighter, clearer, and more in control of your energy… press play.

Most women don't have an energy problem— they have a boundary problem. You're not exhausted because life is hard. You're exhausted because you keep absorbing what was never yours: other people's moods, stress, tension, and chaos. And then you carry it like it belongs to you. In this class, we clean that up. You'll learn: Why you feel affected by other people so easily The difference between empathy and emotional absorption How to stop matching energy that lowers you What boundaries actually look like in real life How self-trust replaces reactivity This isn't about becoming cold or disconnected. It's about becoming self-led. Because not everything you feel is yours. WHERE TO START If this hit, don't just listen—apply it: Dare to Say No https://www.Glitteru.com/theshop → your foundation for setting boundaries without guilt The Walk + The Block → reset your life, habits, and direction BS10X → where standards become how you live, not something you think about

We are living in a moment where the language of self-care is everywhere. Protect your peace. Take a break. Treat yourself. But beneath the bubble baths and wellness rituals, something deeper is breaking down. People are absorbing quiet but powerful lies that they are useless, replaceable, or fundamentally unimportant. This week on Win Today, journalist and bestselling author Jennifer Breheny Wallace joins us to examine what she calls the modern crisis of "mattering." Drawing from extensive research and deeply human stories, Jennifer explains why the need to feel valued and to know that we add value is not optional—it is a core human need. When that need goes unmet, the consequences show up everywhere: fragile self-esteem, burnout, toxic achievement culture, and a constant search for validation that never quite satisfies. We explore why self-esteem alone cannot sustain a healthy identity, how success-driven cultures quietly erode a sense of worth, and why the hyper-visible world of social media often produces the opposite of real connection. Jennifer also introduces the concept of a "mattering core"—the conditions that help people know they are valued and capable of contributing value to others. When those elements are present, resilience grows. When they disappear, people begin to doubt their place in the world. If you've ever felt the pressure to prove your worth, if success has started to feel strangely empty, or if you've wondered why validation never seems to last, this conversation will help reframe what human flourishing actually requires. Guest Bio Jennifer Breheny Wallace is an acclaimed journalist and bestselling author whose work focuses on the intersection of mental health, achievement culture, and human flourishing. She is the author of Mattering: How to Create a Life of Meaning, Empathy, and Impact, a groundbreaking exploration of why the human need to feel valued and to add value is essential to well-being. Jennifer's writing has appeared in outlets including The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post, where she examines how modern pressures around success and validation shape the mental health of both adults and young people. Through her reporting and research, she helps readers understand how restoring a sense of mattering can strengthen resilience, deepen relationships, and restore purpose in an achievement-driven world. Show Partners SafeSleeve designs a phone case that blocks up to 99% of harmful EMF radiation—so I'm not carrying that kind of exposure next to my body all day. It's sleek, durable, and most importantly, lab-tested by third parties. The results aren't hidden—they're published right on their site. And that matters because many so-called EMF blockers on the market either don't work or can't prove they do. We protect our hearts and minds—why wouldn't we protect our bodies too? Head to safesleevecases.com and use the code WINTODAY10 for 10% off your order. Episode Links Show Notes Buy my book "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

If you're the person who loves to help and always wants to fix others but find yourself being used, listen to learn how you can actually be supportive without draining yourself.Get coaching: www.patternsofpossibility.com#audhd #rejection #empathy

️ “Wait… where did the liquid go?” That was my reaction about three seconds into a demonstration at a HazMat conference in Edmond, Oklahoma. This was my conversation with John Brinkman, President of Imbibitive Technologies. On the table in front of us was a container with some small white particles in it. They looked like salt or sugar grains. Nothing special. John picked up a bottle of paint thinner and poured it into the container. I expected the liquid to pool at the bottom. Instead…the liquid disappeared. Not evaporated. Not wiped up. The free liquid phase was gone in seconds. John smiled and said: “Once the liquid embibes into the polymer, the liquid phase is eliminated.” Here's what actually happened Those tiny particles were IMBIBER BEADS®. They're oil-sensitive superabsorbent polymers. Most people know superabsorbent polymers from disposable diapers, which absorb water. These beads do the opposite. They are engineered to absorb organic liquids like: • crude oil • gasoline • diesel • solvents …and they ignore water completely. The chemistry is wild Each bead is a solid polymer sphere roughly 150–400 microns in size (about a grain of salt). When hydrocarbons contact the bead: • the liquid diffuses into the polymer matrix • the bead swells several times its original size • the hydrocarbon becomes locked inside the polymer The result: No free liquid phase. Why that matters.. Most spill cleanup materials today are adsorbents — think polypropylene pads. They coat liquids on the surface. Meaning the hydrocarbon can still: • drip • spread • release vapors IMBIBER BEADS® eliminate the liquid phase, which can: • reduce secondary contamination • lower hazardous vapor off-gassing • simplify containment and recovery The craziest part? This chemistry was invented in 1968 by polymer chemist Dr. Richard Hall. More than 50 years ago. Today the technology is being applied to: • oil spill response • refinery containment • stormwater filtration • hazmat cleanup • oil-water separators Even more interesting… Hydrocarbons captured in the beads can be used in energy-from-waste systems producing 15,000+ BTUs per pound. Cleanup material → recoverable energy. This is why I love stepping outside the oil & gas silo. When chemists, engineers, hazmat responders, and energy operators collaborate…you discover technologies that change how problems get solved. Sometimes the most disruptive technology in the room…is a polymer bead smaller than a grain of salt. If you work in: • oil & gas • refining • pipeline response • hazmat • environmental remediation What applications could you see for something like this? Curious to hear your thoughts. www.imbiberbeads.com⁠� #Energy #OilAndGas #HazMat #EnvironmentalTech #SpillResponse #Engineering #PolymerScience #IndustrialSafety

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What's the difference between staying grounded and allowing disrespect?In this episode of Psychically Speaking with Lisa Ann, Lisa explores the important line between not absorbing someone else's energy and setting a clear boundary when someone speaks to you in a dismissive or disrespectful way. Being spiritual doesn't mean staying silent — it means responding with calm, clarity, and self-respect.Learn how to stay centered, honor your boundaries, and stop carrying other people's bad energy with you.#spiritquestnc #psychicallyspeakingwithlisaann

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What if you are eating all the right foods, tracking your micronutrients, and still feeling off? In this episode of Discovering Nutrition, Eliisa sits down with holistic nutritionist, researcher, and founder of Good Phyte, Amy Puzey, to unpack a topic most of us were never taught: phytate. Found in grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds, phytate can bind to essential minerals like iron, zinc, magnesium, and calcium, potentially limiting how much your body actually absorbs. For athletes, plant-forward eaters, women navigating perimenopause, and anyone focused on performance and longevity, this conversation adds an entirely new layer to nutrient tracking. Amy shares how traditional food preparation methods like fermentation and soaking influence mineral bioavailability, why absorption may matter more than intake, and how the enzyme phytase could play a role in optimizing nutrient status. Plus, exciting news: phytate tracking is now available in Cronometer, giving you deeper insight into not just what you eat, but how well you may be absorbing it. If you care about data, performance, and truly understanding your nutrition, this episode is for you. As always, this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to replace personalized medical advice.   Key Notes: Absorption can be the missing link: Phytate in grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds can bind minerals, so hitting targets in your Diary does not always mean you are absorbing them. Big players impacted: Iron and zinc are especially affected, which can show up as low energy, performance issues, or immune struggles (even with “good” intake). Who should pay extra attention: Plant-forward eaters, endurance athletes, people with gut issues, pregnancy, and aging can have higher risk of falling short on absorption. What helps: Traditional prep (soaking, sprouting, fermenting, sourdough) or phytase can reduce phytate's mineral-binding effect. New Cronometer layer: Phytate tracking is now available, adding context to micronutrient targets by showing a factor that may influence bioavailability.   https://goodphyte.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jointhegoodphyte/

Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/empath-survival-kit/ Are You Losing Yourself in Other People's Emotions? If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP), do you often feel drained after being there for someone? What if your empathy isn't the problem—but the way you're carrying it is? In this episode of Self-Compassion Wednesdays, we explore the fine line between empathy and emotional merging. Many HSPs unknowingly absorb others' emotions so deeply that they lose their sense of self—leading to burnout, relationship strain, and emotional shutdown. But it doesn't have to be that way. You'll discover: The hidden signs that your empathy has crossed into emotional enmeshment. A powerful body-based technique to stay grounded even during someone else's emotional storm. How to maintain a deep connection with others without losing yourself in the process. Listen now to learn how to stay empathic, supportive, and connected—while protecting your own emotional well-being. Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Want to submit an episode topic request? Text 'em here!Be honest with yourself for a second…what if the reason nothing feels like it's working in your business isn't your strategy, your offer, your niche, or your consistency?What if it's your focus?That's why in this episode, we're confronting a hard truth most entrepreneurs never slow down enough to admit. You're not stuck because you don't know enough…you're stuck because your mind is overloaded with too much noise, too many opinions, too many strategies, and too many people's paths.Scrolling. Watching. Comparing. Absorbing. Second-guessing. Meanwhile, the very thing God originally placed on your spirit keeps getting delayed.If you've been feeling behind, frustrated, inconsistent, mentally scattered, or questioning why your progress feels slow despite how much you're learning…this conversation will feel uncomfortably accurate.We're diving into:• The hidden cost of “shiny object syndrome” for God-led entrepreneurs• Why over-consumption quietly kills clarity, confidence, and execution• How distraction disguises itself as productivity• The spiritual danger of chasing roles that were never designed for you• How to actually refocus and run your own raceThis is your reminder that your mission is supposed to look different. Your timing is supposed to look different. Your path is supposed to look different. But none of that can function if your attention is constantly pulled toward everyone else.If this message lands on your spirit… don't just listen passively.Pause. Reflect. Get honest.Are you truly following the role God gave you…or are you unintentionally trying to play someone else's?And if you're craving a space that helps you stay grounded, focused, and spiritually aligned as you build what God is calling you to build…join our community for just $7/month!You'll get a monthly coaching call with me, weekly devotionals for entrepreneurs, weekly accountability texts from me, and a community chat of other Christian Creators. Join here: https://community.calledcreator.com/checkout/called-creator-circleHope to see you inside! Prefer Video? Get the full podcast video experience on YouTube RIGHT HERE!

It takes a lot of guts to engage with a stranger on the street, ask probing questions about their struggles, and come away with a portrait and a story as a record of the human connection that was made. Now, imagine repeating this process countless times over 15 years under the moniker Humans of New York (HONY) and watching what started as a passion project take the world by storm. In today's show, we're privileged to chat with this 21st century archivist of everyday citizens and their lived experiences. Listen in as HONY's creator, Brandon Stanton, shares how he transformed street photography into a practice of deep human connection—moving beyond candid pictures to create a unique space where strangers can reveal their most authentic selves.   Some key discussion points include: the art of active listening, the power of vulnerability, and how finding someone's struggle unlocks their genius. Brandon also reflects on building a creative practice through daily discipline and navigating the tension between social media algorithms and meaningful art. Stay to the end for a peek behind the scenes of Brandon's recent blockbuster installation that brought ordinary New Yorkers' stories into the hallowed space of Grand Central Terminal.  At its core, this is a life lesson in the evolution of authentic storytelling in an increasingly digital world, creating scarcity in an age of abundance—not through better images or words, but through genuine human interaction that can't be replicated in the digital realm. Guest: Brandon Stanton Episode Timeline: 2:38: The first portrait Brandon made of two random strangers he encountered in a Chicago subway car.  7:48: Absorbing rejection when asking people for a picture so to get as broad a representation of the general public as possible. 15:20: The art of stopping someone on the street to capture a photograph and a story, and the evolution of Brandon's creative process. 22:45: Capturing moments of authenticity, the profundity of a person's struggles, the granularity of lived experience, plus the evolution of finding people to approach. 31:57: The mindset and habits Brandon established early on that enables him to create his art. 36:40: Brandon's evolution in capturing people's stories—from reconstructing stories from memory to notetaking in real time to crafting a story from audio recordings. 40:22: Episode Break 41:46: Starting Humans of New York as an antidote to being fired from his full-time job 43:05: The therapeutic aspect of talking to people, and Brandon's process of listening with his entire body to become a vessel for other peoples' stories. 50:22: The role of philanthropy, doing good for others on a grand scale, and Brandon's determination to do the best work possible. 54:15: Brandon talks about the impact of social media and its effects on human behavior. 1:06:31: The Dear New York installation at Grand Central Terminal, and Brandon's belief that the only scarcity in art is through real life. 1:14:37: Focusing on Humans of New York as a solo endeavor vs working with more than 100 collaborators to pull off Dear New York at Grand Central Terminal. 1:20:00: Brandon talks about how he keeps grounded, plus shares his favorite question—How do you keep score with yourself? Guest Bio:  Brandon Stanton is the writer and photographer behind Humans of New York, a storytelling platform with over 30-million followers. He's also the creator of Dear New York, an immersive art installation in NYC's Grand Central Station during November 2025 and a companion book.  Over the past 15 years, Brandon has photographed and interviewed over ten thousand people in forty different countries around the world. During this time, he's helped raise over $20 million dollars in support of various causes and individuals who have been featured in his work.  Brandon is also the author of four #1 New York Times bestselling books, which have sold millions of copies around the world: Humans of New York in 2013, Humans of New York: Stories in 2015, Humans in 2020, Tanqueray in 2022, and, most recently, Dear New York, in 2025. In addition to the books, Brandon has given over 100 keynote speeches on the power of connection and has facilitated executive-level workshops for some of the world's most respected companies, aimed at increasing team cohesion. He currently lives in New York City with his wife and three children.  Stay Connected: Brandon Stanton Website: https://brandonstanton.com/  Humans of New York Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/humansofny/  Humans of New York Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/humansofnewyork/  Humans of New York Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Humans_of_New_York  Dear New York Website: https://dearnewyork.com/  Credits: Host: Derek Fahsbender Senior Creative Producer: Jill Waterman Senior Technical Producer: Mike Weinstein Executive Producer: Richard Stevens  

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In this episode, we speak with Steve "Lips" Kudlow of Anvil about 30 years into a heavy metal career, being the subject of a successful documentary, getting stuck with terrible record deals, and the need for perseverance. Plus, Lemmy in a hot air balloon, being peers with other legendary rock stars, and playing to your strengths.You can check out Anvil at the following locations:http://my.tbaytel.net/tgallo/anvil/http://my.tbaytel.net/tgallo/anvil/dvd.htmPaul works a day job and puts out vinyl and puts on shows via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Katzulhu Productions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/paul.neil.12⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/katzulhu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/Dont-Quit-Your-Day-Job-podcast-107924851339602⁠

Sign up for “Different by Design: A Retreat for Gifted, Sensitive & Neurodivergent Adults” happening January 30-31, 2026 https://retreatwithdianne.com/   The most important rule: always ask before doing something for someone.   In this episode of Someone Gets Me, Dianne A. Allen shares how neurodivergent and gifted people can be present and hold a truly safe space without absorbing other people's energy. She explains how to show up with dignity and kindness while still honoring your own limits.   Dianne unpacks how the body pays a physical price for absorbed energy, why doing things for someone can unintentionally lower their self-esteem, and how overstepping—even with good intentions—can cross important boundaries.   It's not noble to carry the weight of everyone else's pain. When you respect your inner boundaries and stand in your agency, you create healthier connections for yourself and for others.   Watch the Someone Gets Me Podcast – Holding Space: Supporting Others Without Absorbing Their Energy   Did you enjoy this episode? Subscribe to the channel, tap the notification bell, and leave a comment!   You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.   Dianne A. Allen, MA is an intuitive mentor, speaker, author, ambassador, hope agent, life catalyst, and the CEO and Founder of Visions Applied. She has been involved in personal and professional development and mental health and addiction counseling. She inspires people in personal transformation through thought provoking services from speaking and podcasting to individual intuitive mentoring and more. She uses her years of experience coupled with years of formal education to blend powerful, practical, and effective strategies and tools for success and satisfaction. She has authored several books, which include How to Quit Anything in 5 Simple Steps - Break the Chains that Bind You, The Loneliness Cure, A Guide to Contentment, 7 Simple Steps to Get Back on track and Live the Life You Envision, Daily Meditations for Visionary Leaders, Hope Realized, and Where Do You Fit In?   Website: https://msdianneallen.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianne_a_allen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/msdianneallen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianneallen/# Twitter: https://x.com/msdianneallen   Check out Dianne's new book, Care for the Neurodivergent Soul. https://a.co/d/cTBSxQv   Visit Dianne's Amazon author page. https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0F7N457KS   You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect. https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/   For a complimentary “Get to Know You” 30-minute call: https://visionsapplied.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=4017868   Join our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/someonegetsme   Follow Dianne's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/msdianneallen   Email contact: dianne@visionsapplied.com   Dianne's Mentoring Services: https://msdianneallen.com/  

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The room full of people leaves you depleted. You absorb your Reiki clients' energy. And somewhere along the way, you learned to abandon yourself in service to others.But what if 2026 could be different?In this intimate conversation, I explore the two core traps that keep empaths (Reiki trained or not) feeling trapped - and reveals the perspective shifts that reclaim your gift as medicine, not burden.You'll discover how to feel without absorbing. How to feel without taking on. How to perceive without absorbing. How to serve without abandoning yourself. How to distinguish between authentically emerging guidance and the blocks that have kept you tangled in other people's energy, potentially year after year.This is for the highly sensitive, intuitive, empathic person ready to stop sacrificing and start thriving.By the end of this episode you'll discover:Why your sensitivity isn't a flaw from a place of empowerment - Understand the fundamental difference between absorbing others' energy and perceiving it -and how this one shift changes everything about how you move through the world.The specific bind that traps Reiki practitioners (and how to break free from it) - Learn why mainstream Reiki training can actually reinforce energetic depletion - and discover how to practice as a grounded, boundaried healer without abandoning the depth of your gift.What "empowered sensitivity" actually looks like in real life - Move beyond abstract spiritual concepts to concrete possibilities: finishing client sessions energised instead of drained, leaving rooms feeling alive instead of flattened, saying no without guilt, creating rhythms that work for you.How to reclaim your medicine - the vibrant personal energy that's uniquely yours - Recognise that protecting your energy and honoring your sensitivity aren't opposing forces - they're the same act of sovereignty, and it's the foundation for authentic healing work.The permission you've been waiting for to practice and live as yourself - Discover that there's no "should" in spiritual practice - just what's authentically emerging for you, what's aligned with the truth of who you are, and what's derailment from your path.Be an Empowered Empath 1-1 coaching day: https://www.reikiredefined.com/empowered-empath/Spirit-led Reiki Pathway: https://www.reikiredefined.com/spirit-led-reiki-pathway/Free workshop: https://www.reikiredefined.com/lifting-the-veil-on-reiki/Free Community: https://www.reikiredefined.com/free-community/You'll find me most on Tiktok @reikiredefined & Instagram.

We're told we're created for community—but what happens when community becomes overwhelming instead of life-giving?In this episode of The Jen Keller Show, Jen unpacks the powerful concept of differentiation—why knowing who you are and what your identity is rooted in is essential to healthy relationships. She explores how a lack of differentiation can lead to codependency, anxiety, emotional exhaustion, and loneliness—especially for empathic people who tend to absorb the emotions of those around them.Through biblical scripture, psychology, and personal reflection, this episode invites you to step into the freedom of being different on purpose—learning how to love deeply without losing yourself, care without absorbing, and live in community from a grounded, healthy place.In a world where being perfect seems to be the goal- - it's important that we know who's we are & who we are. We aren't called to be perfect - we are called to be better today than yesterday! - that's it. It doesn't have to be quantum leaps, in fact I believe that in the day to day -our little steps in the right directions! I am on a mission to help women become more of who they were created to be and less of who they were told to be. And, that takes intention, that takes action : My goal is to drop some wisdom, bring you resources and that takes community. The real unlock is the Inner Work, and that's what we do here! If you enjoyed today's episode, please: • Post a screenshot & key takeaway on your IG story and tag me @thejenkeller or @projectyou so we can repost you. • Leave a positive review or rating For more ways to do the inner work you can find me on @thejenkeller on instagram and Jennifer Keller on Facebook and to join our exclusive Facebook community Project YOU To do the inner work visit jenkeller.net

In this episode of Your Yes Filled Life, I'm pulling back the curtain and getting very real with you. If you've been feeling anxious, scattered, or unsure - and maybe even wondering if there's something wrong with you - I want you to know this: you're likely not overwhelmed, you're overloaded. You're carrying energy that doesn't belong to you, and it's burying your intuition and your peace. I share candidly about the past two years in my business and life - the failed launches, the chronic over-giving, the hard pivots, and how I'm making different choices now. You'll also hear what I'm changing in my work, why I'm closing Your Yes Filled Life group program, and how I'm creating spaces like The Reset Retreat for intuitive, empathic leaders who want to stop absorbing everything and start trusting themselves again. If you've ever been told you're “too sensitive,” if you feel everything, or if you've silently wondered why things still feel so hard even when you're “doing the work” - this one is for you.

Are you feeling drained, overwhelmed, or emotionally heavy — even on days when nothing “happened”?You might be carrying energy that doesn't belong to you. In this episode, we dive deep into the hidden cost of taking on other people's emotions, especially for empaths, mindful leaders, and emotionally intelligent souls who naturally absorb stress without realizing it.We explore how this shows up in your body, your mood, your relationships, and your overall wellbeing. You'll learn why you may feel responsible for keeping the peace, why your nervous system reacts so intensely around certain people, and why the holiday season can magnify emotional overload — from family pressure and loneliness to financial stress and expectations. Most importantly, you'll learn practical tools to stop carrying everyone's energy, reclaim your emotional space, and protect your inner peace. From grounding techniques to mindful boundaries, we'll walk through simple but powerful ways to stay centered and connected without absorbing the weight of the world.If you're ready to show up with compassion without sacrificing yourself… this episode is for you.Stay authentic. Stay mindful. And keep taking care of you.Host:Instagram: @AuthenticTalks2.0 Email: AuthenticShanta@gmail.com Website: www.AuthenticTalks2.com Facebook: AuthenticTalks2Youtube: @authentictalkswithshanta7489 #authentictalkswithshanta #ProtectYourEnergy, #EmpathLife, #MindfulLiving, #EmotionalWellness, #HolidayStress,Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support.

Most people crumble the second someone hurls an insult their way. You, me, everyone. But this short episode throws a Zen-sized wrench into that reaction with one of the simplest, hardest truths in spiritual awakening: You only suffer when you accept the insult that was handed to you. Will reads “The Gift of Insults,” a powerful parable from The Monk and the Butterfly that reveals why your peace isn't actually as fragile as you think...it's just mismanaged. And then he goes off-script into a raw, honest reflection on triggers, the pain-body, energy dynamics, and why letting people “take your peace” is a decision… not an inevitability. This is one of those deceptively small episodes that lands like a tuning fork in your chest. What You'll LearnWhy insults are “gifts”, and how not accepting them changes everythingHow your pain-body hijacks your reactions (thanks, Eckhart Tolle)Why people try to steal your energy, and how offering it freely disarms themA practical approach to staying grounded when someone comes at you sidewaysHow triggers point to deeper inner work you've been avoidingWhy protecting your peace is a skill… and one you probably haven't mastered yeWill digs into:How this same lesson plays out with his daughterWhen “not accepting the gift” becomes spiritual bypassingWhy understanding the energetics behind conflict changes how you handle itHow to stop giving away your power without becoming cold, detached, or numbWhy This Matters If you're on a spiritual path, you're going to be challenged, often by the exact people who know how to push your buttons. This episode gives you the framework to stop getting dragged around by other people's emotional chaos. It's not about perfection. It's about awareness. Control. Choice. Perfect For You If:You're tired of absorbing other people's crapYou react too quickly and regret itYou're working on boundaries or emotional intelligenceYou're ready to level up your spiritual resilienceWant to Support the Show? A 5-star review on Apple Podcasts is the single most powerful way to support the show and help these messages reach more people. It takes one minute and it means the world to us.Subscribe, Rate & Review! If you found this episode enlightening, mind-expanding, or even just thought-provoking (see what we did there?), please take a moment to rate and review us. Your feedback helps us bring more transformative guests and topics your way! Subscribe to The Skeptic Metaphysicians on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube for more deep dives into spiritual awakening, consciousness, spirituality, metaphysical science, and mind-body evolution.Connect with Us: 

PREVIEW. Tariff Impact Absorbed by Corporate Pandemic Profits. Elizabeth Peek recounts the Wall Street Journal's speculation that new tariffs have not yet damaged the American economy because big companies are absorbing the costs. This absorption is possible because these companies already "fattened their margins" by jacking up prices during the pandemic. Companies are also rapidly sourcing imports from places less impacted by tariffs.

The US-China Tariff Truce and AI's Market Trajectory Guest: Chris Riegel Chris Riegel discusses the temporary US-China tariff truce and Nvidia's potential re-entry into the high-end AI chip market in China. He notes retailers are currently absorbing tariff costs but anticipate price spikes in the first quarter of 2026, despite offsets from reduced energy costs. Riegel affirms that artificial intelligence is "real" and economically transformational, though market aspects may prove "bubbly," comparing the current technological stage to the "bottom of the first inning" of a major economic change. 1953