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What if your relationship struggles aren’t just personal—but shaped by the systems you live in? Akilah Riley Richardson returns to explore how systemic trauma quietly shapes our relationships, nervous systems, and sense of self. Drawing from her work with marginalized couples, she introduces the concept of relational privilege and explains why healing cannot be separated from the social systems we live in. Together, Akilah and Sue challenge traditional Western therapy models, discuss the importance of “responsible externalizing,” and explore how therapists can create space for grief, imagination, and genuine connection instead of trying to fix what cannot simply be solved. “The experiences of marginalized people are often devalued even by helping professionals, and this text is my dedication to carving a space where we, as practitioners, can ensure that we are of service in a way that is rooted in the realities of our people. It is also a reflection of my obligation to marginalized couples and individuals. My sincere wish for them all is that they are never harmed in therapy but instead uplifted. ” – Akilah Riley-Richardson Time Stamps for The Hidden Weight of Systemic Trauma: How Oppression Shapes Our Relationships with Akilah Riley-Richardson (306) 02:05 The systemic trauma faced by marginalized couples 04:12 Barriers for global south therapists and voices 08:00 Fear, threat, and navigating space as a marginalized person 09:57 Relational privilege and systemic influence 12:03 The role of colonial Christianity in systemic trauma 17:50 The danger of model dogmatism in therapy 20:06 Neurobiological threat and systemic trauma 22:02 Practicing responsible externalizing in therapy 26:07 The grief of systemic trauma and loss 28:04 The limitations of evidence-based models 29:58 The need for imagination and community in healing 31:47 The concept of lostness and liminality in trauma 34:06 The danger of attachment to models and frameworks 35:59 Differentiating systemic from relational reality 38:10 Yoruba and indigenous healing traditions 41:59 The influence of colonialism and imperialism on therapy 43:53 Acknowledge systemic trauma in therapist self-awareness 49:57 Habits of survival and internalized oppression 51:52 The impact of systemic trauma on body and mind About our Guest – Akilah Riley-Richardson, MSW, CCTP Akilah Riley-Richardson, MSW, CCTP is a dedicated therapist, educator, and researcher with several years of experience. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and STAIR Method Certified clinician, Akilah specializes in relational healing, focusing on the needs of couples and individuals, both in the Caribbean and internationally.Her expertise extends to supporting sexual and racial minorities, ensuring that her practice is inclusive and culturally sensitive. Akilah's commitment to education and advocacy has led her to consult for esteemed organizations, including NASTAD, I-TECH, CARPHA, and CVC, where she has made significant contributions to healthcare training and community support. She has presented her work at various prestigious forums, such as the Psychotherapy Networker Symposium, Academy of Therapy Wisdom, Harvard Medical School, Chicago School of Psychology and the Black Mental Health Symposium. From 2012 to 2025, she served as a Social Work Educator at the University of the Southern Caribbean, mentoring future leaders in the field. Currently, she serves as a Research Supervisor and Examiner at the University of the West Indies Global Campus. As the founder of the Relational Healing Institute and the creator of the P.R.I.D.E. model, Akilah is passionate about advancing relational therapies. Her book, “Marginalized Couples in Therapy” reflects this passion. Resources for The Hidden Weight of Systemic Trauma: How Oppression Shapes Our Relationships with Akilah Riley-Richardson (306) Marginalized Couples in Therapy: Interventions for Healing from Systemic Trauma – Akilah’s new book, use this link for 20% off. Get your copy today! Akilah’s website – Resources, opportunities and additional information Beyond Attachment Styles course is available NOW! Learn how your nervous system, your mind, and your relationships work together in a fascinating dance, shaping who you are and how you connect with others. Online, Self-Paced, Asynchronous Learning with Quarterly Live Q&A’s! Earn 6 Continuing Education Credits – Available at Checkout As a listener of this podcast, use code BAS15 for a limited-time discount. You are invited! Join our exclusive community to get early access and discounts to things we produce, plus an ad-free, private feed. In addition, receive exclusive episodes recorded just for you. Sign up for our premium Neuronerd plan!! Click here!! Get your copy of Secure Relating here!!
https://teachhoops.com/ TeachHoops Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title Soccer Fans Waited 106 Minutes for One Goal. You Can't Handle a 45 Second Possession? Spain just won the World Cup 1-0 with the only goal coming in the 106th minute, and over a billion people called it a masterpiece. Meanwhile, if a high school team holds the ball for 45 seconds, the gym loses its mind and the shot clock debate explodes all over again. In this episode, Coach Collins uses the biggest sporting event on the planet to take a hard, honest look at the shot clock argument: what the critics get wrong, what they get right, why tempo control is a strategy and not a crime, and how to actually coach late clock situations whether your state has a clock or not. If you coach at a school that doesn't reload with talent every year, this one is for you. The World Cup final was two hours of patience, tension, and one moment of quality. Nobody demanded soccer speed up. Basketball gets no such grace. Coach breaks down why the stall is strategy, why the shot clock rewards rosters more than coaching, why the clock is coming anyway, and the specific skills coaches need to teach to win with one. 00:00 | Cold Open: The Most Watched 1-0 Game in History Spain 1, Argentina 0. Scoreless through 90 minutes. Ferran Torres finally scores in the 106th minute of extra time. Argentina finishes the World Cup final with zero shots on goal. And the world called it beautiful. Set the hook: why does soccer get celebrated for patience while basketball gets crucified for it? 05:30 | The Double Standard Scarcity creates drama. Tension creates drama. Soccer fans understand that every scoring chance matters BECAUSE scoring is rare. Basketball somewhere decided more shots equals better basketball. Push back on that. More shots just equals more shots. 11:00 | What the Stall Actually Is (A Coach's Defense of Tempo) Personal stories from 30 years at Memorial. Times I held the ball. Times it was held on me. Why slowing the game down is the great equalizer for the shorter team, the undermanned team, the school without the AAU pipeline. Strategy, not cowardice. 19:00 | The Uncomfortable Truth About Who the Shot Clock Helps The clock does not reward good coaching. It rewards good rosters. Walk through it honestly: force a shot every 35 seconds and the more talented team wins more often, period. If you coach at a have-not program, the clock takes a weapon out of your hands. 26:00 | The Other Side of the Argument (Being Fair About It) Steelman the pro clock case. Players want to play the way they watch. Every level above high school uses one. Recruiting and player development arguments. End of game farming and intentional fouling ugliness that the clock genuinely cleans up. Acknowledge what's real here. 33:00 | The Clock Is Coming. Now What? The debate is basically over in most states, so stop fighting yesterday's war. The coaches who win with a shot clock are the ones who start TEACHING it. Late clock offense sets. Time and score situations as a daily drill, not a February surprise. Defending the last 8 seconds of the clock. Turning the clock into YOUR weapon. 41:00 | Practice Ideas This Week Three specific things to install: a 10 seconds left "get a good one" action, a scripted possession value drill where turnovers cost double, and a defensive late clock scramble drill. Keep it concrete so coaches leave with homework. 47:00 | The Real Lesson From Sunday The final wasn't great because of shot volume. It was great because two teams executed under pressure for two hours and one moment of quality decided it. That's the standard with or without a clock: value the ball, treat every possession like currency, patience is a weapon and panic is a choice. 50:00 | Wrap Up and CTA "Spain didn't score for 105 minutes and won the whole thing. Your team can survive a 58 second possession." "The shot clock doesn't reward good coaching. It rewards good rosters." "Scarcity creates drama. When scoring is hard, every possession means something." "The coaches who win with a shot clock are the ones who stop complaining about it and start teaching it." Tempo control is strategy, and it's the underdog's best weapon. The shot clock helps talented rosters more than it helps good coaches. The pro clock arguments are real too: player development, cleaner endings, alignment with every higher level. The debate is ending, so shift your energy from arguing to installing late clock offense and defense. Every possession is currency. Teach it that way in practice, every day. Does your state have a shot clock, and has it actually changed how you coach late game situations? Drop your state and your honest answer. Join the TeachHoops membership for the full late clock offense installs and practice plans mentioned in this episode Grab Funnel Down Defense to build the half court defense that makes long possessions miserable for your opponent Subscribe on YouTube at @TeachHoops for the video breakdown of Spain's final and what it teaches about possession basketball Rate and review the podcast, it helps more coaches find us high school basketball shot clock debate, shot clock pros and cons, basketball tempo control, late clock offense, coaching underdog teams, possession basketball, TeachHoops, Coach Steve Collins Episode Description (for podcast platforms)Episode SummarySegment BreakdownKey Quotes (pull for social)Key TakeawaysDiscussion Question for the Facebook GroupCalls to ActionSEO Keywords Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
https://teachhoops.com/ Soccer Fans Waited 106 Minutes for One Goal. You Can't Handle a 45 Second Possession? Spain just won the World Cup 1-0 with the only goal coming in the 106th minute, and over a billion people called it a masterpiece. Meanwhile, if a high school team holds the ball for 45 seconds, the gym loses its mind and the shot clock debate explodes all over again. In this episode, Coach Collins uses the biggest sporting event on the planet to take a hard, honest look at the shot clock argument: what the critics get wrong, what they get right, why tempo control is a strategy and not a crime, and how to actually coach late clock situations whether your state has a clock or not. If you coach at a school that doesn't reload with talent every year, this one is for you. The World Cup final was two hours of patience, tension, and one moment of quality. Nobody demanded soccer speed up. Basketball gets no such grace. Coach breaks down why the stall is strategy, why the shot clock rewards rosters more than coaching, why the clock is coming anyway, and the specific skills coaches need to teach to win with one. 00:00 | Cold Open: The Most Watched 1-0 Game in History Spain 1, Argentina 0. Scoreless through 90 minutes. Ferran Torres finally scores in the 106th minute of extra time. Argentina finishes the World Cup final with zero shots on goal. And the world called it beautiful. Set the hook: why does soccer get celebrated for patience while basketball gets crucified for it? 05:30 | The Double Standard Scarcity creates drama. Tension creates drama. Soccer fans understand that every scoring chance matters BECAUSE scoring is rare. Basketball somewhere decided more shots equals better basketball. Push back on that. More shots just equals more shots. 11:00 | What the Stall Actually Is (A Coach's Defense of Tempo) Personal stories from 30 years at Memorial. Times I held the ball. Times it was held on me. Why slowing the game down is the great equalizer for the shorter team, the undermanned team, the school without the AAU pipeline. Strategy, not cowardice. 19:00 | The Uncomfortable Truth About Who the Shot Clock Helps The clock does not reward good coaching. It rewards good rosters. Walk through it honestly: force a shot every 35 seconds and the more talented team wins more often, period. If you coach at a have-not program, the clock takes a weapon out of your hands. 26:00 | The Other Side of the Argument (Being Fair About It) Steelman the pro clock case. Players want to play the way they watch. Every level above high school uses one. Recruiting and player development arguments. End of game farming and intentional fouling ugliness that the clock genuinely cleans up. Acknowledge what's real here. 33:00 | The Clock Is Coming. Now What? The debate is basically over in most states, so stop fighting yesterday's war. The coaches who win with a shot clock are the ones who start TEACHING it. Late clock offense sets. Time and score situations as a daily drill, not a February surprise. Defending the last 8 seconds of the clock. Turning the clock into YOUR weapon. 41:00 | Practice Ideas This Week Three specific things to install: a 10 seconds left "get a good one" action, a scripted possession value drill where turnovers cost double, and a defensive late clock scramble drill. Keep it concrete so coaches leave with homework. 47:00 | The Real Lesson From Sunday The final wasn't great because of shot volume. It was great because two teams executed under pressure for two hours and one moment of quality decided it. That's the standard with or without a clock: value the ball, treat every possession like currency, patience is a weapon and panic is a choice. 50:00 | Wrap Up and CTA "Spain didn't score for 105 minutes and won the whole thing. Your team can survive a 58 second possession." "The shot clock doesn't reward good coaching. It rewards good rosters." "Scarcity creates drama. When scoring is hard, every possession means something." "The coaches who win with a shot clock are the ones who stop complaining about it and start teaching it." Tempo control is strategy, and it's the underdog's best weapon. The shot clock helps talented rosters more than it helps good coaches. The pro clock arguments are real too: player development, cleaner endings, alignment with every higher level. The debate is ending, so shift your energy from arguing to installing late clock offense and defense. Every possession is currency. Teach it that way in practice, every day. Does your state have a shot clock, and has it actually changed how you coach late game situations? Drop your state and your honest answer. Join the TeachHoops membership for the full late clock offense installs and practice plans mentioned in this episode Grab Funnel Down Defense to build the half court defense that makes long possessions miserable for your opponent Subscribe on YouTube at @TeachHoops for the video breakdown of Spain's final and what it teaches about possession basketball Rate and review the podcast, it helps more coaches find us high school basketball shot clock debate, shot clock pros and cons, basketball tempo control, late clock offense, coaching underdog teams, possession basketball, TeachHoops, Coach Steve Collins Episode Description (for podcast platforms)Episode SummarySegment BreakdownKey Quotes (pull for social)Key TakeawaysDiscussion Question for the Facebook GroupCalls to ActionSEO Keywords Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's hard to believe we're already halfway through 2026. One thing I've learned over the years is that time is going to keep moving whether we're paying attention or not. That's why I've made it a habit to set annual goals, revisit them regularly, and share my progress publicly. At the end of 2025, I shared my personal and business goals for 2026. Now that we've reached the halfway point of the year, it's time for a check-in. In this episode, I'm giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what's working, what's not, what goals are on track, and where I need to refocus for the second half of the year. We'll talk about everything from health goals and reducing stress to business growth, podcast downloads, content creation, and the realities of running a business in today's economy. My hope is that this episode encourages you to pause and do your own mid-year review. Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is stop, reflect, and make intentional adjustments before the year gets away from you. In this episode, we discuss: Progress toward my personal health and wellness goals What I've learned about slowing down, reducing stress, and prioritizing recovery My progress toward maxing out my Roth IRA in 2026 Why my honeymoon and wedding plans have shifted Efforts to reduce screen time and be more intentional with technology What the first half of 2026 has taught me about managing a full life The current state of City Girl Savings and our business goals Revenue, profitability, and navigating economic uncertainty Podcast growth, content creation, and audience building Why consistency matters even when results take longer than expected The mindset I'm carrying into the second half of the year This episode is especially helpful if you: Set goals at the beginning of the year and haven't revisited them Feel behind on your personal or financial goals Want motivation to reset and refocus for the second half of the year Are working toward health, money, or business goals Need a reminder that progress isn't always linear Want a realistic look at what goal pursuit actually looks like Why this matters: Too many people treat goals like a January activity. They set ambitious intentions, get excited for a few weeks, and then never revisit them until December. But real progress happens when you're willing to check in honestly along the way. A mid-year review isn't about judging yourself for what hasn't happened yet. It's about recognizing what's working, acknowledging what needs adjustment, and deciding how you want to move forward. Some goals will be ahead of schedule. Some will be behind. Some may need to change entirely. That's not failure. That's life. The goal isn't perfection. The goal is staying engaged with the life you're trying to build. Often, the willingness to reassess and adjust is what ultimately creates the results you're looking for. Timestamps: [02:21] Raya breaks down her progress on her first personal goal of 2026 – improving her health for long-term functioning. This goal was harder to measure, but indicators of growth exist. [06:03] Raya's honeymoon and courthouse wedding timeframe has been pushed out. This goal likely will not be achieved in 2026. [10:57] After 5 months of no breaks in daily workouts, Raya learned she needs to prioritize recovery (which means more frequent traveling)! [14:36] A business goal is to increase newsletter growth by 20%. Currently, this goal is trending about 4%. Raya shares things that can help improve this before the year ends. Resources Mentioned: Episode #209: My Personal and Business Goals for 2026 Request a free money call with Raya City Girl Savings Personal Finance Portfolio Financial Focus Coaching Program If you've been feeling behind on your goals, consider this your reminder that there's still plenty of year left. You don't need to wait until January to reset. You don't need a perfect first half of the year to have a strong second half. The truth is, most meaningful progress doesn't happen in a straight line. Some goals move faster than expected. Others take longer. Some priorities shift completely because life shifts. One of the biggest lessons I've learned over the years is that goals aren't just about achieving an outcome. They're about who you become in the process. They're about building consistency, learning from setbacks, making adjustments, and continuing to move forward even when things don't go exactly according to plan. So if you've fallen behind in an area of your life, give yourself permission to be honest about where you are without judging yourself for it. Then decide what the next best step looks like from here. Maybe that means recommitting to a goal. Maybe it means adjusting the goal. Maybe it means celebrating progress you've overlooked because you're too focused on what hasn't happened yet. Whatever your situation, don't let the first half of the year determine the second half. Take time to reflect. Acknowledge how far you've come. Make the adjustments you need to make. Then keep building. Remember: You are not behind…you are building. Consistency compounds. The steady work you're doing now is shaping your next level.
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TeachHoops Podcast Show NotesEpisode Title Soccer Fans Waited 106 Minutes for One Goal. You Can't Handle a 45 Second Possession? Spain just won the World Cup 1-0 with the only goal coming in the 106th minute, and over a billion people called it a masterpiece. Meanwhile, if a high school team holds the ball for 45 seconds, the gym loses its mind and the shot clock debate explodes all over again. In this episode, Coach Collins uses the biggest sporting event on the planet to take a hard, honest look at the shot clock argument: what the critics get wrong, what they get right, why tempo control is a strategy and not a crime, and how to actually coach late clock situations whether your state has a clock or not. If you coach at a school that doesn't reload with talent every year, this one is for you. The World Cup final was two hours of patience, tension, and one moment of quality. Nobody demanded soccer speed up. Basketball gets no such grace. Coach breaks down why the stall is strategy, why the shot clock rewards rosters more than coaching, why the clock is coming anyway, and the specific skills coaches need to teach to win with one. 00:00 | Cold Open: The Most Watched 1-0 Game in History Spain 1, Argentina 0. Scoreless through 90 minutes. Ferran Torres finally scores in the 106th minute of extra time. Argentina finishes the World Cup final with zero shots on goal. And the world called it beautiful. Set the hook: why does soccer get celebrated for patience while basketball gets crucified for it? 05:30 | The Double Standard Scarcity creates drama. Tension creates drama. Soccer fans understand that every scoring chance matters BECAUSE scoring is rare. Basketball somewhere decided more shots equals better basketball. Push back on that. More shots just equals more shots. 11:00 | What the Stall Actually Is (A Coach's Defense of Tempo) Personal stories from 30 years at Memorial. Times I held the ball. Times it was held on me. Why slowing the game down is the great equalizer for the shorter team, the undermanned team, the school without the AAU pipeline. Strategy, not cowardice. 19:00 | The Uncomfortable Truth About Who the Shot Clock Helps The clock does not reward good coaching. It rewards good rosters. Walk through it honestly: force a shot every 35 seconds and the more talented team wins more often, period. If you coach at a have-not program, the clock takes a weapon out of your hands. 26:00 | The Other Side of the Argument (Being Fair About It) Steelman the pro clock case. Players want to play the way they watch. Every level above high school uses one. Recruiting and player development arguments. End of game farming and intentional fouling ugliness that the clock genuinely cleans up. Acknowledge what's real here. 33:00 | The Clock Is Coming. Now What? The debate is basically over in most states, so stop fighting yesterday's war. The coaches who win with a shot clock are the ones who start TEACHING it. Late clock offense sets. Time and score situations as a daily drill, not a February surprise. Defending the last 8 seconds of the clock. Turning the clock into YOUR weapon. 41:00 | Practice Ideas This Week Three specific things to install: a 10 seconds left "get a good one" action, a scripted possession value drill where turnovers cost double, and a defensive late clock scramble drill. Keep it concrete so coaches leave with homework. 47:00 | The Real Lesson From Sunday The final wasn't great because of shot volume. It was great because two teams executed under pressure for two hours and one moment of quality decided it. That's the standard with or without a clock: value the ball, treat every possession like currency, patience is a weapon and panic is a choice. 50:00 | Wrap Up and CTA "Spain didn't score for 105 minutes and won the whole thing. Your team can survive a 58 second possession." "The shot clock doesn't reward good coaching. It rewards good rosters." "Scarcity creates drama. When scoring is hard, every possession means something." "The coaches who win with a shot clock are the ones who stop complaining about it and start teaching it." Tempo control is strategy, and it's the underdog's best weapon. The shot clock helps talented rosters more than it helps good coaches. The pro clock arguments are real too: player development, cleaner endings, alignment with every higher level. The debate is ending, so shift your energy from arguing to installing late clock offense and defense. Every possession is currency. Teach it that way in practice, every day. Does your state have a shot clock, and has it actually changed how you coach late game situations? Drop your state and your honest answer. Join the TeachHoops membership for the full late clock offense installs and practice plans mentioned in this episode Grab Funnel Down Defense to build the half court defense that makes long possessions miserable for your opponent Subscribe on YouTube at @TeachHoops for the video breakdown of Spain's final and what it teaches about possession basketball Rate and review the podcast, it helps more coaches find us high school basketball shot clock debate, shot clock pros and cons, basketball tempo control, late clock offense, coaching underdog teams, possession basketball, TeachHoops, Coach Steve Collins Episode Description (for podcast platforms)Episode SummarySegment BreakdownKey Quotes (pull for social)Key TakeawaysDiscussion Question for the Facebook GroupCalls to ActionSEO Keywords Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brian H. Waters kicks off this week's Wrestling for the Culture discussing Roman Reigns giving Jalen Brunson his flowers for delivering the NBA Championship to New York City. He also discusses the roll Isaiah Broner has been on, Jade Cargill advancing to SummerSlam the ladder match and more. (0:58) Roman Reigns Acknowledges Jalen Brunson(3:23) Karl-Anthony Towns assists Danhausen(4:17) Jade Cargill qualifies for SummerSlam ladder match (6:00) Trick and Melo have unwanted company(7:06) Mercedes Mone awaits her opponent:Thekla or willow nightingale(8:31) Athena passes roman reigns modern day titlerecord of 1,316 days(9:24) Isaiah Broner has won the 2026 Scenic City Invitational Tournament. (9:48) Mia Friday def Jacey Love(9:55) Zy Gold def Mia Friday to retain WrestleRave women's championship(10:13) Mystii Marks becomes the Inaugural Dragonslayer Pro Wrestling Champion (10:34) Alex Divine wins the Shane Shamrock Memorial Cup (11:43) Gia Scott & Sirena Linton defeat Izzy Moreno & Simone Valentina (12:06) Devon Monroe becomes the new WPW Champion(12:35) Meet Jermaine Marbury
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Preached by Pastor Jared Kress on 7/19/26. Main Idea: We love the God of grace, but do we love the God of justice? True worship means praising God for all of who He is—both His mercy and His holiness. The cross of Jesus is the ultimate intersection where God's perfect justice and His infinite grace meet.Challenge: Do you love the God of justice? Acknowledge the cry for justice in your own heart. Realize that your personal need for grace and the world's need for justice are both answered at the cross of Christ.1. Ahab and a Covetous Attitude (1 Kings 21:1–4)2. Naboth and a Conscientious Perspective (1 Kings 21:3)3. Jezebel and a Corrupt Coverup (1 Kings 21:5–16)4. Elijah and a Confrontational Prophecy (1 Kings 21:17–24)5. God and a Compensation of Justice (2 Kings 9)-------------Join us in person Sundays at 10:30am at 6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis TN or online at https://www.kirbywoods.org/live. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoodsmemphisPodcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com
Does a heavy feeling of dread start to build in your chest every single Sunday evening? You are not alone. In this deeply supportive 10-minute session, clinical hypnotherapist and former frontline paramedic Martin Hewlett breaks down the science behind the "Sunday Scaries"—a process known as anticipatory threat processing. Your intelligent brain is simply scanning the near future to protect you from upcoming workplace stressors, unanswered emails, and the week's demands. However, your nervous system cannot tell the difference between a real threat and an imagined one. Using the highly effective 4-2-6 breathing technique (inhale for 4, pause for 2, and a long, slow exhale for 6), you will learn how to deactivate flight-or-fight mode instantly. By extending your out-breath, you send a clear message of safety to your body, reclaiming Sunday night for the deep rest you deserve. Perfect for anyone struggling with work anxiety, weekend burnout, or sleeplessness, this guided practice brings you right back into the present moment where you are safe. ⏱️ Episode Chapters00:00 – Understanding the Low Hum of Sunday Evening Anxiety 01:11 – Getting Comfortable & Preparing to Release Tension 01:26 – The Science of Anticipatory Threat Processing & The Nervous System 02:38 – Breathwork Practice: The 4-2-6 Box Breathing Routine 04:05 – Grounding Exercise: Shifting from Future Dread to Present Safety 04:46 – Subconscious Hypnotherapy: Stepping Out of the Anticipation Loop 08:01 – 3 Daily Caring Tips to Beat the Sunday Scaries 09:33 – Awakening: Gently Returning Awareness to Your Room 09:50 – Outro: Share the Calm & Supporting the Anchored App
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2116: Rachael Kable shares a simple hour-by-hour approach to weaving mindfulness into the workday, helping prevent stress from escalating into overwhelm while improving focus, emotional awareness, and well-being. These practical, brief exercises make it easier to reset throughout the day and cultivate a calmer, more balanced mindset at work. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.rachaelkable.com/blog/effective-mindful-breaks-at-work Quotes to ponder: "Take a few moments to acknowledge how you're feeling without judgement, just observe your emotions and notice if they have physical signs." "Take a few minutes to walk around, feeling the ground underneath your feet. As each foot peels away from the ground, notice the points of contact and the sensation of pressure and release." "Acknowledge 3 things you can be grateful for in this moment." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Built in the Pit: Chris Duffin on Resilience, Accountability, and the Discipline to Rise What does resilience look like when the motivational speech ends and the difficult work remains? On this episode of The CJ Moneyway Show, CJ sits down with world-record strength athlete, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and resilience mentor Chris Duffin, widely known as the Mad Scientist of Strength. Chris's understanding of adversity was formed long before he entered a gym or built globally recognized companies. He grew up homeless in the wilderness, experienced extreme poverty and violence, cared for younger siblings, and learned survival responsibilities at an age when most children are still being protected from danger. Rather than allowing those circumstances to define the limits of his future, Chris developed an extraordinary belief in his ability to adapt, solve problems, and rebuild. In this conversation, CJ and Chris explore: Why resilience is a capacity that can be trained The difference between fear as a warning and fear as a prison Chris's Six Ps cycle of human development How purpose outlasts temporary motivation Why accountability restores personal power Parenting, failure, and the importance of allowing struggle Rebuilding after betrayal and business loss What strength training teaches about leadership The sacrifices behind elite performance Purposeful reinvention through The Eagle and the Dragon Chris's ACL framework: Acknowledge, Celebrate, and Leverage Chris reminds listeners that the pit is not the whole story. It is a season—and often the place where the strength needed for the next chapter is developed. Connect with Chris Duffin Website https://chrisduffin.com Book The Eagle and the Dragon YouTube @MadScientistDuffin Instagram @MadScientistDuffin LinkedIn @ChrisDuffin Connect with CJ Moneyway CJ Moneyway Media https://cjmoneyway.com ️ The CJ Moneyway Show https://pod.link/1707761906 Book CJ to Speak https://cjmoneyway-mmcwhn8g.manus.space YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@themoneywayshow8493 Instagram https://instagram.com/c.j_moneyway LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/corwin-johnson-3b7b51aa Rate The Podcast https://ratethispodcast.com/cjmoneyway CJ Moneyway Listener Benefit CJ Moneyway listeners can access $40+ savings here: https://readyrx.com/treatments/se?coupon=cjmoney ⸻ SEO Tags Chris Duffin, CJ Moneyway, The CJ Moneyway Show, Mad Scientist of Strength, resilience, discipline, accountability, adversity, personal growth, mental strength, emotional resilience, leadership, strength training, entrepreneurship, generational trauma, fear, purpose, values, reinvention, The Eagle and the Dragon, Enhanced Executive, world record strength athlete, motivation, mindset, Build It Brick by Brick, Built For Purpose Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In Episode 190, we explore Luke 9:52-56 and a pivotal moment that reveals the disciples' misunderstanding of Jesus' mission. Jesus is on His way to Jerusalem—to the cross, to His death, to the completion of His mission to save the world. He sends messengers ahead to a Samaritan village to prepare for His arrival. But the Samaritans reject Him. They don't welcome Him because He's headed to Jerusalem, and there was ancient hostility between Jews and Samaritans. It's a small rejection. A village saying no. But watch how James and John respond: "Lord, should we call down fire from heaven to burn them up?" They want to punish the village for the slight. They want to use their power to retaliate and make the village pay for their rejection. And Jesus rebukes them. He's not just correcting their behavior—He's correcting their hearts. They're thinking like the world thinks, responding to rejection with retaliation, letting a small offense derail them from the mission. Through guided meditation, discover what Jesus does instead: He doesn't call down fire. He doesn't punish the village. He doesn't demand acceptance. He simply moves on to another village and stays focused on His purpose. This episode explores what rejection reveals about us. You will be rejected. You will be slighted. You will encounter people who don't welcome you or your message. And in those moments, you have a choice. You can react with harshness, with retaliation, with fire—or you can respond with Jesus' measured grace. Acknowledge the rejection, but don't let it define your mission. Learn why the disciples' desire to punish the village reveals a fundamental misunderstanding of Jesus' mission. Jesus' mission wasn't about forcing acceptance or punishing those who reject Him—it was about offering salvation to those who would receive it and moving on to those who would. Discover how a measured response often accomplishes far more than a reactive one. It shows strength, not weakness. It demonstrates that you're secure in your purpose, not threatened by rejection. Find practical steps for creating space between an offense and your reaction—the space where transformation happens. Learn how to ask yourself: What is my true mission here? Is retaliation going to serve that mission, or distract from it? What would Jesus do? This episode will empower you to respond with grace when rejected, stay focused on what matters, and model Jesus' strength and compassion.
Gregory Copley discusses the inevitability of Ukraine's path to NATO, a move he views as a provocation to Russia. He argues the war preserves President Zelensky's power without a democratic mandate. However, he acknowledges Ukraine's technological ingenuity in developing swarming drone capabilities for modern combat. (10)1903
Julie Deem shares how to turn your fears into fuel. Learn more about how she navigated her own personal fears in 2020.Episode Highlights:Fear is natural.Acknowledge your fear by asking yourself questions.Reframe your mindset around the fear.Learn more about the latest tool for dynamic professionals in the self-improvement industry, LyfQuest. A mobile CRM platform that's uniquely made for you!Learn more at: https://lyfquest.io/Instagram:USW Podcast @uswkokomoKalena James @yesitskalenajamesJulie Deem @indymompreneur--------------------------------------------------USW Kokomo WebsiteProduction by The Business Podcast Editor
Today we talk about the 4 unconscious anxiety autopilot behaviors nurses fall into on shift — conflict, distancing, over-functioning, and projection — and how to disrupt them. Seven to nine seconds. That's how long before you're even consciously aware of it that a biochemical stress reaction has already set your autopilot into motion on shift. In this episode, I break down the Yerkes-Dodson stress curve and the four unconscious autopilot behaviors anxiety triggers in nurses — conflict, distancing, over/under-functioning, and projection — with real, specific nursing-shift examples for each one. You'll learn why these patterns exist, how to recognize your own default, and how to disrupt it in real time using the STAT Protocol, a simple in-the-moment tool you can use mid-shift, even in an emergency. What You'll Learn The Yerkes-Dodson stress curve and what it reveals about the difference between optimal stress, fatigue, anxiety, and burnout Why anxiety autopilot behaviors form outside your conscious control — and where they come from The 4 autopilot patterns nurses default to under stress: conflict, distancing, over/under-functioning, and projection Real nursing examples of each pattern in action, from compassion fatigue to post-shift irritability How to use the STAT Protocol (See, Take a Breath, Acknowledge, Thanksgiving) to disrupt autopilot in the moment Reflection questions to process your shift and reset your response pattern for next time Recognize yourself in one of these four patterns? DM "STRESS" @theshanwright on instagram or email: hello@theshanwright.com to get the free STAT Protocol and take your next shift with a tool in your pocket instead of just an autopilot in charge. Shalom Shalom, Xx, Shan ……CONNECT…… The STAT Protocol: 5 min Emergency Reset Take the Free QUIZ- Are you in burnout or just stressed?? Stress Assessment (free) - get to the root of your stress
Impostor syndrome in kids is more common than we think, and how parents respond to self-doubt can shape their children's confidence for life. Joining host Elise Hu is Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson as she reflects on her built resilience and found motivations throughout her life. Justice Jackson shares her best strategies for combating impostor syndrome, and finding community in a new space after becoming the first Black woman to serve on the Supreme Court of the United States. She and Elise reflect on practical parenting tips touched in Jackson's New York Times bestselling memoir Lovely One, now adapted for young adults, and gives words of advice for getting our kids to persevere and sometimes, simply try. Key Takeaways: Listen to, engage with, and encourage your kids to help build their confidence. Reframe hard times or hard work as opportunities for growth. Find community in new spaces to help build belonging and resilience. Acknowledge and celebrate your successes to remind yourself of your value. Remember where, what, and who got you to where you currently are as a method for combatting impostor syndrome. ⏱️ Timestamps: Keep the conversation going at home with our FREE Conversation Kit companion guide: https://delivery.shopifyapps.com/-/bfb5b229d1abd51e/dd80edeb27002d41 New episodes every Tuesday: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AKidsCo Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raising-us-a-parenting-podcast/id1552286967 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bIRVxM8hbriNxydkSv6VG Or wherever you get your podcasts.
Send us Fan MailWhat do you say when a senior leader asks you a direct question in a meeting and you don't have the answer?That moment can make even experienced, high-performing professionals freeze. You're put on the spot, the pause feels longer than it is, and suddenly it feels like your credibility is on the line. But in that moment, how you respond matters more than having the answer right away.In this Monday Momentum episode of Communicate to Lead, Kele Belton breaks down what to say when you're put on the spot in a meeting. She explains why not knowing isn't the real problem, why bluffing, rambling, and over-apologizing quietly damage your executive presence, and how to use a simple three-part response that keeps you calm, credible, and in control.What You Will LearnWhy not knowing the answer isn't what makes you look less seniorThe three instinctive reactions that often undermine you when you're put on the spotA practical three-part response you can use when you don't know the answer in a meetingHow to respond honestly without sounding flustered, apologetic, or unpreparedWho This Is ForThis episode is for women leaders, managers, and high-performing professionals who want to handle pressure in meetings with more confidence, clarity, and authority.Your Action StepBefore your next high-stakes meeting, write out your own version of this response: “I don't have that yet, and here's how I'll get it.” Put it in language that sounds like you, then practice saying it out loud a few times before you need it. The moment you're put on the spot isn't the moment to build the sentence. It's the moment to reach for one you already prepared.Common Questions About Being Put on the Spot in a Meeting1. What should I say when I don't know the answer in a meeting?Acknowledge it cleanly, share what you do know, and name your next step to get the rest.2. How do I respond when a senior leader puts me on the spot?Stay calm, skip the bluffing and overexplaining, and give an honest answer that ends with a clear next step.3. Does not knowing the answer make me look unprepared?Usually not. What people remember is the quality of your response, not the gap in the moment.AI Prompt (Copy-Paste Ready)Use this prompt to prepare for the moment you get asked a question you cannot answer. Paste it into your preferred AI assistant and answer the questions as they come.I am a [role] in [industry]. I want to be ready for the moment a senior leader asks me a direct question in a meeting, and I do not have the answer. Help me prepare a calm, credible response I can reach for in that moment. Ask me 3 questions:What kinds of questions am I most afraid of being asked, and by whom?When I get caught without an answer, what do I currently tend to do (bluff, ramble, apologize)?What information could I usually offer even when I do not have the exact answer?Then write:- Two or three response templates that follow this structure: acknowledge cleanly, add what I do know, commit to a next step.Constraints:- No apologetic language, and no framing not-knowing as a failure- No bluffing or vague filler; the response must be honest- Each template should end with a concrete next step and a timeframe- Avoid softening language like “just,” “a little,” “maybe,” or “I think”- The lines should sound steady and self-assured when read out loudExample (output style)“I don't have that exact figure in front of me. What I can tell you is that the trend has been climbing since Q1. I'll get you the precise number by the end of the day.”Ready to Go Deeper?If you're ready to stop navigating your leadership growth alone, book a complimentary Leadership Strategy Call with Kele. Let us talk about where you are, where you want to go, and what it will take to get there.Book here: https://calendly.com/kele-thetailoredapproach/leadership-strategy-callAbout Your HostKele Belton is a communication and leadership trainer who specializes in helping women leaders develop confidence and impact through strategic communication and practical leadership frameworks.Connect with KeleLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/Website: https://thetailoredapproach.comBook a Leadership Strategy Call: https://calendly.com/kele-thetailoredapproach/leadership-strategy-call
Seth and Sean discuss if they're expecting CJ Stroud to even make the NFL Top 100 list, if Baker Mayfield could be the Texans QB in 2027 if CJ falls apart, give credit in Acknowledge Me, and talk about the McGregor-Holloway fight drama and Bam Adebayo punching Tyler Herro in front of his AAU team.
Seth and Sean assess if they think CJ Stroud will even make the NFL Top 100 list, if we could see Baker Mayfield in a Texans uniform in 2027 if things go awry with CJ, and give credit where it's due in Acknowledge Me.
Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin bond over their shared experiences using CPAP machines and being part of a sleep apnea brotherhood. They shift focus to the ongoing LeBron James free agency rumors and how Cleveland's roster might change under new head coach Kenny Atkinson. 02:13 - Afternoon Drive Intro 03:35 - Sleep Apnea Brotherhood 08:01 - LeBron Watch Rolls On 09:00 - Soccer Tactics Talk 12:04 - Atkinson's Big Jump
Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin questioned if Kenny Atkinson made a mistake by talking about the Cavs interest in LeBron James publicly. Then, they react to sound bites and storylines from around the sports and entertainment world.
Whatever has your attention will eventually shape your direction. Don't let fear, pressure, or feelings have the loudest voice. Fix your eyes on Christ, keep His Word in your mouth, and begin to see yourself the way He sees you.Victory starts with what you choose to acknowledge.
This guided meditation is an invitation to slow down, regulate your nervous system and reconnect with yourself.If you've been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected or in need of a moment to pause, I hope this practice offers you a safe space to return to yourself, your values, and what matters most in this season of your life.In this meditation we explore themes of grounding, self acceptance, letting go, finding your centre, moving through fear, and trusting yourself and the path you're on.Thank you for being here
At the Kouri Richins sentencing, three clinical professionals read victim impact statements written by the defendant's own children, who were each under ten when their father died. This look back examines those statements, the defendant's response, and the contrast that defined the hearing.The boys' statements, read at their request word-for-word, described a household marked by locked bedroom doors, a mother they said was intoxicated almost daily, threats made toward their pets, and circumstances in which an older sibling assumed caretaking responsibilities for a younger one. Each asked the court to ensure their mother remained imprisoned, citing fear for their safety in the event of her release. Prosecutors characterized the impact on the children as central to the appropriateness of a life sentence.In her own statement, which extended beyond half an hour, Kouri Richins did not address the specific allegations her sons raised. She directed her remarks to the children — who were not present — repeatedly urging them to "be like your dad," the man she was convicted of killing, denying responsibility for his death, and expressing her intent to return to them. Reporting also documented a post-verdict message she sent to an acquaintance, in which she vowed to expose those involved in her prosecution and stated they had "seen nothing yet." This segment offers commentary on the psychology evident in that response while distinguishing established facts from interpretation. We revisit where the matter stood at the time of our reporting.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/ Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#KouriRichins #EricRichins #RichinsSentencing #UtahMurder #TrueCrime #VictimImpact #FentanylCase #Allocution #ParkCity #HiddenKillers
You can be in a room full of people, successful, loved — and still feel completely alone. In this episode, host Cari Fund sits down with trauma-informed therapist Dr. Sylvia Kalicinski, host of The Dr. Sylvia K Show and author of the brand-new book Lonely AF: A Therapist's No BS Guide to Feeling Less Alone. Sylvia opens up about losing her mother at age two, growing up as the golden child of a narcissistic father, and the unprocessed grief she didn't recognize until adulthood. Together, she and Cari explore why emotional loneliness has nothing to do with how many people are around you, how generational trauma gets passed down through our nervous systems, and what it really takes to stop wearing the mask and come home to yourself. Sylvia also walks us through her five-step HEART method — Honor your emotions, Explore your family patterns, Acknowledge your pain points, Rewrite your narrative, and Turn within — and guides a grounding exercise you can do anywhere, anytime, for free. This is a conversation about cycle breaking, the mother wound, narcissistic family dynamics, and the freedom that comes when you finally choose your own story.
Seth and Luke discuss the crazy spectacle that was the Swift-Kelce wedding, which celebs they'd pick to officiate, and give credit in Acknowledge Me.
Seth and Luke discuss the crazy spectacle of the Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding, give credit where it's due in Acknowledge Me, and assess if the struggling o-line last year was partially on CJ Stroud.
Send us Fan MailReserve Your Spot on The Renovate Waitlist HEREFREE Made4More ScorecardFollow us on TikTokThis one is personal. In this episode Mario steps away from the "Someone Left You a House" series to share something he's never said publicly before — the real story behind why Made4More exists. And then he makes a big announcement for Made4More.If there's a voice inside you that won't quiet down — this episode is for you.The Truth for This Episode"You can't renovate an entire life in a day. But you can walk into one area and begin the process. One area of your life. One intentional step at a time.""Fear is real. But regret can be forever."3 Action Steps — Do These NowStep 1 — Take the Free Made4More Life Scorecard It evaluates 8 key areas of your life and shows you exactly where to focus. Takes about 5 minutes. Completely free.
Caleb discusses the essential shift from manual labor to strategic business leadership. He shares personal stories about overcoming stagnancy through structured systems and the courage to face uncertainty, while also promoting specialized coaching programs like Built for Contractors. The episode emphasizes the importance of utilizing technology for project documentation and the psychological resilience needed to scale a business beyond the owner's individual capacity. Auman highlights that sustainable growth requires asking for help and prioritizing a strong team culture over mere profit. Key Takeaways: Implement scalable systems and structured processes to move beyond the daily chaos of repeating the same business problems. Develop the courage to take action when there is a high short-term cost and an uncertain delayed benefit. Use thorough photo documentation to transform lengthy project disputes into quick, fact-based decisions. Prioritize the well-being and growth of your team above profit to create a better culture and more satisfied customers. Acknowledge when you need help and empower your team to share the load instead of trying to carry every burden alone. Connect with Auman Landscape
Lines at Russian gas stations are growing, fuel rationing has been put into effect in many regions of the country, and even President Putin admits the problem will get worse. This, after several months of Ukrainian attacks that have set oil refineries ablaze and started choking supplies for motorists across the country. Also, a new report says new Russian recruits have a life expectancy of just 20 on the frontlines, and an expected overall lifespan of 10 days to 3 weeks in combat, showing how quickly Putin's troops are being taken out by Ukraine's drones. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Greg Palkot, London-based senior foreign affairs correspondent for FOX News Channel (FNC), who says the level of anger by Russians is rising to levels which could be a problem for Putin's war on Ukraine. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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In this episode of Uncover the Human, Cristina Amigoni and Alex Cullimore dive into the power of deep listening—the often-overlooked skill that transforms conversations, relationships, and leadership. Joined by Aaron Wilson, they explore why listening feels so difficult at work, how it's commonly undervalued, and why it's actually the key to trust, collaboration, and empowerment. Through humor, honesty, and examples from their coaching practice, they unpack their signature LAVA framework—Listen, Acknowledge, Validate, Ask—as a simple yet transformative approach to building authentic connection and reducing workplace friction.From navigating tough conversations to creating empowered teams, Cristina and Alex show how deep listening redefines what it means to “win” in leadership: not by being right, but by creating understanding. Whether you're a manager seeking to strengthen your team or someone tired of surface-level communication, this conversation will leave you rethinking what it really means to be heard—and to truly hear others.
Lines at Russian gas stations are growing, fuel rationing has been put into effect in many regions of the country, and even President Putin admits the problem will get worse. This, after several months of Ukrainian attacks that have set oil refineries ablaze and started choking supplies for motorists across the country. Also, a new report says new Russian recruits have a life expectancy of just 20 on the frontlines, and an expected overall lifespan of 10 days to 3 weeks in combat, showing how quickly Putin's troops are being taken out by Ukraine's drones. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Greg Palkot, London-based senior foreign affairs correspondent for FOX News Channel (FNC), who says the level of anger by Russians is rising to levels which could be a problem for Putin's war on Ukraine. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Patrick Bet-David and the Home Team expose Newsom's billionaire tax push, Israel's genocide admission, and a dangerous new phase of the US-Iran war that could reshape global power, plus Trump, AI control, and the political decisions that will shape your future.-----
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Seth and Sean discuss if the Texans should go ahead and pay CJ Stroud like Bucky Brooks suggests, give credit where it's due in Acknowledge Me, and talk about Mike Florio going all HOA again, this time about Diana Russini getting out of a traffic ticket.
Seth and Sean discuss how nothing seems to be happening with the CJ Stroud extension situation, if Bucky Brooks is right and the Texans should go ahead and pay him now, and give credit where it's due in Acknowledge Me.
You're sitting at the listing appointment. Your seller has run their home through Zillow, asked ChatGPT what it's worth, talked to a neighbor who sold last year, and read a Facebook post that confirmed everything they already believed. They walk in fully confident. And you have about ten minutes to work with that.In this conversation, we get into the Dunning-Kruger Effect and what it actually looks like in a real estate transaction. We unpack "Mount Stupid" and "The Valley of Despair" (the two landmarks on the learning curve every client and every agent passes through), why your clients hit peak confidence the moment they know just enough to be dangerous, why this is amplified in real estate specifically because so much of the knowledge only comes from doing the work, Garrett's stock market run (and the moment "the Garrett hedge fund" got humbled), the track day version of the same curve, why the Zillow Zestimate accuracy rating is the most underused conversation-starter you have, the Facebook commenter effect and why everyone's the loudest right before they actually engage, the agent who thinks the high-producer next door is "just lucky," and the closing reframe that you don't avoid this curve. Riding it is growth.If you are thinking you have to knock your client off the mountain to get them to where you need them to be - not quite! It simply comes down to a few things. First, acknowledging they were smart to do research up front, the best of us do. Acknowledge that they got information from somewhere they trust. And show genuine appreciation that they are coming to the table with some ideas. Then collaboratively bringing new information to the table without making them defensive. Done right, confident clients become committed clients, and committed clients close.Want to joins us for weekly coaching - check out tentenths.co
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Some days just suck and that’s okay. Here’s what you can do about it with simple these mood elevators. There will be times when a bad mood hangs around. Maybe something triggered you. It could be a cloudy day when you counted on sunshine. Or you might feel crummy or no reason at all. You just feel off. [Join me at the Intuition Cafe – the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays every month from 10 -11am ET for just $11/session.] Feeling Dysregulated A lot of people describe this as feeling dysregulated, which includes feeling anxious, irritable, overwhelmed, emotionally reactive, or just plain blah. The truth is there’s likely nothing truly wrong. You’ve had too much stress, too much news, too many demands. You haven’t had enough downtime or sleep. You’re overdue for some self-care. The good news? You don’t need therapy, a silent meditation retreat, or an appointment of any kind to feel more at peace. These five simple mood elevators are free, fast, and surprisingly powerful. I’m sharing them today because honestly, I’ve been in a mood myself for a few days and putting this together for you has already lifted my spirits. 1. Start Moving One of the fastest ways to lift your mood is to move your body, even for just a couple of minutes. Go outside, especially if it’s sunny. Fresh air and natural light work quickly to shift your emotional state. But even a rainy day has its benefits. Rain actually reduces an overabundance of positive ions that are absorbed from electronics and screens. Walking in the rain, taking a shower, or spending time near moving water like a stream or the ocean helps clear that energetic overload. Other easy options: Put on your favorite music and dance around the room for three minutes Take a short walk around the block Do a few minutes of stretching Try just three yoga poses Get physical, even briefly, and watch how quickly things start to shift 2. Stop Arguing with Reality When you’re in a bad mood, your mind can drift to unhappy thoughts. Then you might think you shouldn’t feel this way. Or other people have it worse and even things aren’t really that bad. But pushing your feelings away doesn’t make them go away. It suppresses them, and that’s not good for your emotional health long-term. The faster path to feeling more at peace is actually to own what you’re feeling. Face it. Accept it. Don’t make yourself wrong for it. When you acknowledge your feelings, even the uncomfortable ones, that’s often the quickest way to move through them and come out the other side. 3. Find One Tiny Thing Going Your Way Okay, this might feel difficult, but the truth is EVERYTHING is not bad. Even on your worst days, something is working in your favor. You don’t need to drag out you gratitude journal or make a list of 20 things. Just noticing one positive thing will be a solid mood elevator. Did you eat a good lunch? Find something on sale? Pay your bills and have a little left over? Hit a string of green lights? (One of my personal favorites!) These tiny moments count. I’ll share one that happened to me just yesterday. A client I coached a few years ago texted to say he got engaged. He was a sweet guy who struggled with social anxiety around dating, and we worked together to find some simple solutions. He sent me their happy engagement photo and said it wouldn’t have happened without me. I left him the most choked-up voicemail. That moment brought me completely to tears in the best heart-filled way. Finding even one thing that’s going your way shifts your brain out of fight or flight mode and into a place of greater peace and joy. Try it right now. 4. Call a Funny Friend As I was sitting down to write this episode, my phone rang. It was my friend Tammy. She has this gift for finding the humor in everything. We ended up reminiscing about our 20s, when we’d get together every Thursday night to listen to new music and dance in my living room. Laughing with someone who knows you well is one of the most a powerful mood elevators. If you have a friend with a good sense of humor, call her. Tell her your moody little story. Find the humor in it together. Nostalgia is genuinely uplifting. That’s why people love a good stroll down memory lane. Childhood stories, old shared jokes, funny memories are all good stuff, and can absolutely raise your spirits. Who could you call right now? 5. Create a Moment of Delight This is a fun one. What’s one small, easy thing that’s guaranteed to bring a little joy back into your day? Here’s mine – mascara. I stopped wearing mascara during COVID. Who was I going to see? But this year I started putting it on again every single day, just for me. When I catch myself in the mirror now, I smile. Those long dark lashes make me feel pretty and more youthful. That’s a genuine moment of delight, and it costs almost nothing. Here’s another one. I recently discovered a brand of sugar-free chocolate made with allulose that tastes just like the real thing. No funny aftertaste, no compromise and only one carb! It’s called Goalz I’m not getting paid to say that, I just love it and had to share. Your moment of delight might be an iced coffee, a hot scented bath, a funny cat video, drawing Zentangles, or cutting flowers from your garden to put on the kitchen table. Whatever it is, do it now. Don’t wait until later. You deserve a moment of delight today. Bonus: Ground Yourself and Breathe Sometimes what you really need is to reconnect with the earth beneath your feet which is one of the most powerful mood elevators. Try this: This is a three-minute practice. Close your eyes and imagine sending roots down from the soles of your feet, deep into the earth. Connect with the soil, stones, plants, and all the creatures. Acknowledge the four directions and all the elements. Say hello to the nature spirits. Thank Mother Earth for giving you a home for this life. Then take three slow, deep breaths. With each inhale, draw earth energy back up through those roots, up through your feet, and into your body. Draw the energy all the way up through the top of your head. As that energy rises, picture each of your chakras lighting up in sequence from root to crown. Notice how you feel afterward. This simple practice can open your energy field, deepen your breathing, and calm your nervous system. It can help you feel genuinely connected again. Your connection to the earth and nature is one of the most reliable paths to inner peace. Key Takeaways Feeling dysregulated or moody is normal. It doesn’t mean something is truly wrong. Moving your body, even for just a few minutes, is one of the fastest ways to shift your emotional state. Accepting your feelings rather than fighting them helps you move through them more quickly. Gratitude doesn’t have to be a big practice. One good thing is enough to help shift your brain out of fight or flight mode. Laughter and nostalgia are genuinely powerful mood elevators. Do not underestimate them. Small moments of delight are available to you right now, today, at little to no cost. Grounding with breathwork can reset your energy and restore a sense of peace in just a few minutes. Frequently Asked Questions What does it mean to feel dysregulated? Feeling dysregulated means your nervous system is out of balance. You might feel anxious, irritable, emotionally reactive, exhausted, or unable to focus. It’s often caused by too much stress, too little rest, or sensory overload from things like news and social media. It’s not a clinical diagnosis, it simply means your system needs some care and reset. What are the fastest ways to lift your mood naturally? The fastest natural mood boosters include moving your body (even briefly), going outside, calling a funny friend, and finding one small thing to feel grateful for. These methods work because they shift your nervous system out of threat mode without requiring any appointments, products, or significant time. Why does changing your physical state help your mood? Your body and mind are deeply connected. Physical movement releases tension, shifts your energy, and triggers neurochemical changes that help you feel better. Even three minutes of dancing, a short walk, or standing in sunlight can have a noticeable effect on how you feel emotionally. Is it okay to just sit with a bad mood? Yes, and in fact, accepting your feelings rather than fighting them is often the most effective approach. Suppressing emotions keeps them stuck. Acknowledging them without judgment allows them to move through you naturally. What is grounding and how does it help emotional well-being? Grounding is a practice of consciously connecting your energy to the earth. It can involve visualization, breathwork, or walking barefoot outside. Grounding helps regulate your nervous system, deepen your breathing, and restore a sense of calm and inner peace. It’s one of the best mood elevators! How can I feel more at peace on a difficult day? Start small. Move your body, accept how you’re feeling without judgment, or find one tiny thing going your way. You might reach out to someone who makes you laugh, treat yourself to one small moment of delight, or take a few slow deep breaths. You don’t need to do all six. Even one can begin to shift your mood. Now you know that feeling moody from time to time is part of being human. And, the good news is that you have more tools than you might think to feel more at peace and most of them are easy and already within reach. The post Try These 5 Simple Mood Elevators To Feel Greater Peace appeared first on Intuitive Edge.
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman are joined by Super Bowl champion Mike Logan for a deep conversation about learning to open up and asking for help. Mike talks being a knucklehead in college and how his coach Garrett Ford Sr. helped him develop the discipline to make it to the NFL. Then he discusses returning home to Pittsburgh to play for the Steelers and what it was like to win a Super Bowl with the team.But the high of the Super Bowl win was clouded by Mike’s personal turmoil. Mike opens up about why he decided to seek therapy and how he learned to handle anxiety and depression. He also speaks on the close relationship he developed for teammate Troy Polamalu, who he credits with “saving his life.” Tune in for an emotional conversation about managing loss and learning to ask for help. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the latest NFL Players: Second Acts podcast, Peanut and Roman are joined by Super Bowl champion Mike Logan for a deep conversation about learning to open up and asking for help. Mike talks being a knucklehead in college and how his coach Garrett Ford Sr. helped him develop the discipline to make it to the NFL. Then he discusses returning home to Pittsburgh to play for the Steelers and what it was like to win a Super Bowl with the team.But the high of the Super Bowl win was clouded by Mike’s personal turmoil. Mike opens up about why he decided to seek therapy and how he learned to handle anxiety and depression. He also speaks on the close relationship he developed for teammate Troy Polamalu, who he credits with “saving his life.” Tune in for an emotional conversation about managing loss and learning to ask for help. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Seth and Sean hear JJ Watt explain how his whole thing with Freddy the German started, discuss Ben Solak brushing off CJ Stroud's nosedive last season, and give credit where it's due in Acknowledge Me.
Seth and Sean talk about how JJ Watt decided to help out Freddy the German man, Ben Solak's piece listing Stroud's 2025 nosedive as a fluke, give credit in Acknowledge Me, and react to Kevin Durant using the word "underdog" when talking about when he went to play for the Warriors.
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Michael McFaul outlines a grand strategy that leverages the military, economic, and ideational strengths of the democratic world. He acknowledges that American democracy is "wobbling" due to polarization, yet he remains optimistic that the values of freedom and liberty still hold more global appeal than autocratic models. McFaul warns against isolationist trade policies and underscores the need to reinvest in Cold War-era institutions like Radio Free Europe. Ultimately, he argues that a united, functional democracy at home is the best way to lead the new international order. (8)1897
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 Here’s a clear, structured summary of the Sean Ilenrey interview with Rushion McDonald from Money Making Conversations Masterclass, including its purpose, key takeaways, and notable quotes.
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 Here’s a clear, structured summary of the Sean Ilenrey interview with Rushion McDonald from Money Making Conversations Masterclass, including its purpose, key takeaways, and notable quotes.