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This week brings one of the most extraordinary astrological line-ups of 2026, as four powerful planetary aspects unfold within just a few days of each other. From breakthrough moments and inspired action to renewed hope and the end of Mercury retrograde, this is a rare cosmic turning point that invites deep personal and collective realignment.In this episode of the Mainly Moonology Podcast, Yasmin walks you through each major transit, explains what it means for your life, and shares practical guidance to help you make the most of this remarkable week.What You'll LearnWhy astrologers have been anticipating this rare sequence of planetary alignments for yearsHow Uranus trine Pluto can bring powerful breakthroughs, fresh perspectives and inner transformationWhy Mars sextile Saturn helps you turn inspiration into meaningful actionThe uplifting energy of Jupiter trine Neptune and why it's the perfect time to dream biggerWhat Jupiter opposite Pluto reveals about balancing personal growth with collective changeHow Jupiter sextile Uranus can open unexpected doors and create exciting opportunitiesWhat French astrologer André Barbault called one of astrology's most beneficial planetary configurationsWhy the theme of realignment is at the heart of this week's astrologyWhat happens as Mercury stations direct and communication begins flowing againHow Leo Season supports confidence, creativity and stepping into your authentic lightPractical ways to work consciously with this week's powerful astrology
This week brings one of the most extraordinary astrological line-ups of 2026, as four powerful planetary aspects unfold within just a few days of each other. From breakthrough moments and inspired action to renewed hope and the end of Mercury retrograde, this is a rare cosmic turning point that invites deep personal and collective realignment.In this episode of the Mainly Moonology Podcast, Yasmin walks you through each major transit, explains what it means for your life, and shares practical guidance to help you make the most of this remarkable week.What You'll LearnWhy astrologers have been anticipating this rare sequence of planetary alignments for yearsHow Uranus trine Pluto can bring powerful breakthroughs, fresh perspectives and inner transformationWhy Mars sextile Saturn helps you turn inspiration into meaningful actionThe uplifting energy of Jupiter trine Neptune and why it's the perfect time to dream biggerWhat Jupiter opposite Pluto reveals about balancing personal growth with collective changeHow Jupiter sextile Uranus can open unexpected doors and create exciting opportunitiesWhat French astrologer André Barbault called one of astrology's most beneficial planetary configurationsWhy the theme of realignment is at the heart of this week's astrologyWhat happens as Mercury stations direct and communication begins flowing againHow Leo Season supports confidence, creativity and stepping into your authentic lightPractical ways to work consciously with this week's powerful astrology
Episode SummaryIn this episode of the Two Piers Podcast, Erica D'Eramo is joined by Christian “Boo” Boucousis, CEO of Afterburner, former fighter pilot, business founder, keynote speaker, and author of The Afterburner Advantage.Boo brings lessons from military aviation into the world of business leadership, with a focus on systems thinking, execution, reflection, and leading under pressure. In this conversation, Erica and Boo explore what it means to lead with intention, especially when the path forward is uncertain.They discuss how systems can create more freedom for leaders and teams by reducing the cognitive load of constantly reinventing the basics. Boo also shares the ORCA method, which stands for Objective, Reality, Cause, and Action, as a practical way to connect planning, reflection, and daily behavior.The conversation also touches on the difference between goals and destinations, why reflection needs to happen frequently enough to be useful, and how leaders can stay focused on what they can control while adapting to what they cannot.In This EpisodeErica and Boo discuss:How fighter pilot mental models can translate into business leadershipWhy systems can create more room for creativity, judgment, and problem-solvingThe difference between managing current operations and leading people into the unknownThe ORCA method: Objective, Reality, Cause, and ActionWhy leaders should compare perception with reality before deciding what to changeHow daily reflection can turn learning into actionThe difference between goals and destinationsWhat “flawless leadership” means in practiceHow success can create pressure, expectations, and unexpected discomfortWhy “not yet” can be a useful way to think about growth and long-term goalsThe value of looking at the environment, not just ourselves, when building awarenessKey TakeawayBoo's final takeaway is to bring intention to two parts of your life: where you are going, and why you are not there yet.That combination captures much of the conversation. Leaders need a clear destination, but they also need a disciplined way to examine the gap between intention and reality. With regular reflection and small adjustments, teams can build momentum over time.About Christian “Boo” BoucousisChristian “Boo” Boucousis is the CEO of Afterburner, a former fighter pilot, keynote speaker, business founder, and author of The Afterburner Advantage. Through Afterburner and his broader leadership work, Boo helps leaders and teams apply fighter pilot ways of working to execution, performance, and decision-making under pressure.Connect with BooCall Me Boo: https://www.callmeboo.com/Afterburner: https://www.afterburner.com/Boo's Afterburner speaker profile: https://www.afterburner.com/speakers/christian-boucousis/Connect with Boo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-boo-boucousisFollow Boo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christianbooboucousis/Explore Flawless Leadership: https://www.afterburner.com/our-approach/mindset/Learn more about The Afterburner Advantage: https://www.afterburner.com/the-afterburner-advantage/More from Two PiersLearn more about Two Piers Consulting: https://www.twopiersconsulting.comBrowse podcast episodes, summaries, and transcripts: https://www.twopiersconsulting.com/podcast
If you want to join our upcoming workshop for aspiring female founders, make sure to sign up here.In this episode we're diving into the power of belief and how to build it even if you've never achieved your goal before. You'll learn how to find evidence that success is possible for you and create a mindset that supports your growth instead of holding you back.We also uncover what's really standing between you and your goal.We talk aboutHow to start believing your goals are possible.Where to find the evidence and data that build unshakable confidence.The mindset shifts that help you take actionThe obstacle keeping you stuck.Practical ways to strengthen your self-belief every day.If you're ready to stop doubting yourself and start creating the results you truly want this episode is for you.P.S. If you want to join our upcoming workshop for aspiring female founders, make sure to sign up here.
How do we turn life's hardest moments into something meaningful?In Episode 292, Mike and Mark explore The Book of Alchemy by Suleika Jaouad, a powerful guide to creativity, resilience, and self-discovery through the practice of journaling.Beginning with Suleika's remarkable story of transforming pain into purpose, the hosts unpack why journaling isn't about writing perfectly—it's about thinking clearly, processing honestly, and creating space for growth. Together they explore practical frameworks for reflection, the importance of embracing uncertainty, and why every journal entry has value.The episode concludes with one of Suleika's most inspiring ideas: instead of living each day as if it's your last, try living it as if it's your first—bringing curiosity, playfulness, and openness into everyday life.Whether you're looking to unlock your creativity, build resilience, or simply reconnect with yourself, this conversation offers practical tools you can begin using today.Featured ClipsDoubling Down – Transforming pain into purposeThere Are No Bad Journal Entries – Journaling as a creative practiceLive Every Day As If It's Your First – Curiosity, playfulness, and renewalResources
#302: Since our last conversation with manifestation expert Mimi Bouchard, she's written her first book, doubled her business, stepped away from social media for months, and completely transformed the way she thinks about success, manifestation, and becoming your future self. In this conversation, we dive into why she deleted social media, the surprising lessons she learned from disconnecting, how to stop living in "numbness" and start feeling truly alive, and the simple mindset shifts that helped her change her relationship with money, food, confidence, and happiness.We discuss:The difference between living in "numbness" versus "aliveness" (and how it's quietly shaping your life)The "10x vs. 2x" mindset that's changing the way she approaches business and successWhat it actually means to embody your future self—and why changing your identity comes before changing your lifeHow to stop waiting until you feel confident before taking actionThe surprising way your energy and self-image influence your relationships, career, health, and opportunitiesHow Mimi healed her relationship with food, body image, and binge eating by changing her identity (not willpower)Why your morning routine doesn't need to look like everyone else's to transform your lifePractical advice for setting intentions that actually stick in the new yearThe daily practice Mimi believes can completely change your life in the next 12 monthsWhether you're hoping to grow your career, improve your health, build more confidence, or simply feel more present in your everyday life, this conversation will inspire you to think differently about what's possible.Episode originally published January, 2025For Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why do you feel so stuck, tired, and behind when you try to start over? Because the problem usually is not that you are behind, and it is not that you are not working hard enough. It is that your nervous system is stuck in survival, and you cannot design a new life from there. In this episode, Dr Amen Kaur walks through five steps to get unstuck and start over, whether that means a career change, a higher-paid job, or finally starting a business, grounded in the neuroscience of stress and a grounded, tradition-based approach to spirituality. This is not motivation or magical thinking. It is what actually moves you from surviving to creating.In this episode you will learn:Why you are not behind, you are early, and how AI is levelling the field for people starting overWhy fear and fatigue, not laziness, are what really hold you back, and the brain science behind itHow to get unstuck so your ideas finally turn into actionThe one question that designs a life: not what you could or should do, but what you want to doWhy your experience is your expertise, and how to turn it into real value using AIStudies and ideas mentioned:Amy Arnsten (Yale) on how stress takes the prefrontal cortex offline, the thinking and creating part of the brainInteroception research on how the body's signals get read as tiredness or fearFestinger's 1954 work on social comparison and how it lowers self-evaluationDeci and Ryan's Self-Determination Theory on autonomy and intrinsic motivationResearch on how belief and expectation from others can shape outcomesNamed traditions on releasing the grip on outcome: the Bhagavad Gita (2:47), Taoist wu wei, and trust in SufismFAQ:Why do I feel so tired and stuck when I try to start over?Often it is not true tiredness, it is a nervous system in survival mode, driven by fear and self-doubt. In that state the part of your brain you plan and create with is less available, so effort alone does not move you. The fix is to regulate first, then design.Am I behind if I am starting over later in life?No. Because AI is changing what work looks like for everyone, the old map is dissolving. If you are already learning to navigate uncertainty, you are early to the shift, not behind it.How do I get unstuck?Get your nervous system out of survival before you try to plan. Daily, gentle regulation, done consistently, is what lets your ideas turn into action. Borrowed motivation fades because it does not change your underlying state.What is the first step to changing careers when you feel behind?Ask what you want to do, not what you could or should do. Look back at what already comes easily to you, because the thing you undervalue most is often your real strength.Will AI take my job?AI is automating routine, repeatable tasks, and shifting value toward human judgment, creativity, and connection. That makes your experience more valuable, not less, if you learn to use the tools and create from what only you can offer.Listen and subscribe: Follow Starting Over, Being You on Apple Podcasts so you do not miss an episode.keywords: starting over, five steps to start over, overcoming self doubt, designing your life, creating your own path, AI and career change, value of personal experience, regulating nervous system, moving out of survival mode, finding your worth, creating a business from scratch, mindset for success, intrinsic motivation, personal development tips, leadership in uncertain times, emotional regulation techniques, building personal brand, enhancing self evaluation, finding purpose in work, embracing change
Most financial advisers already know they should be more active on LinkedIn. What they don't know is why what they're doing isn't working.Free LinkedIn Webinar - book here - http://www.leadgenfs.co.uk/fpl It's not the content. It's not the consistency. It's who they're connected to, what they're saying in messages, and whether they've ever stopped to define exactly who they're trying to reach. Get those three things wrong and LinkedIn produces nothing. Get them right and, as Louis Adkins puts it, consistent inputs get consistent outputs.In this episode of Financial Planner Life, Sam Oakes sits down with Louis Adkins, Founder of LeadGenFS, who started building his LinkedIn system at 19 during his second year of university. He was studying geography, had no marketing background, and no clients. His first break came through a friend's dad. By his third year he had a waiting list of 27 clients, built entirely from LinkedIn. He graduated and went straight into the business full time.In the last 12 months alone, LeadGenFS has worked with over 100 financial advisers, helping them generate 3 to 5 qualified appointments a week from LinkedIn. One adviser added £12 million in AUM in 12 months. Another booked 47 calls in 90 days. A third sent 20 messages, went for a shower, came back seven minutes later and had an interested reply waiting.Louis breaks down the full system in this episode. How to niche down so your message actually lands with the right people. Why automated outreach destroys trust and gets accounts banned. How to build content that speaks to clients rather than other advisers. How to generate ideas consistently from your own conversations. And how to use direct messages to convert your audience into booked appointments without opening with a pitch.He also covers why referrals, as good as they are, will never give you control over your own growth, and what to build instead as your primary source of new clients.The episode's key takeaways:Why referrals are a bonus, not a primary strategy, and what to build alongside themWhy 95% of financial advisers' LinkedIn connections are other advisers, not potential clientsWhy automated outreach gets accounts banned and never builds the trust needed to convertHow to niche down so your content and messages cut through to the right peopleWhy asking for business in the first message is like proposing on a first dateThe three legs of the LinkedIn system: connecting, content, and direct messagingHow to generate consistent content ideas from your own client conversationsThe three parts of every LinkedIn post: hook, value, and actionThe message priority ladder: who to contact first and in what orderWhy LinkedIn leads convert at around 30% versus 75% for referrals, and why that still makes LinkedIn the better primary sourceIf you are a financial adviser who wants to stop relying on referrals and start generating clients consistently, this is the episode to listen to.Louis has also put together a free resource for Financial Planner Life listeners: five of the best performing post templates from LeadGenFS, available athttp://www.leadgenfs.co.uk/fpl Want to build your personal brand and generate better client leads on LinkedIn? Sam Oakes and Louis Adkins are hosting a free webinar. Register here
You already know what you need to do.So why don't you do it?We tell ourselves we'll start tomorrow. Tomorrow we'll work out. Tomorrow we'll fix our finances. Tomorrow we'll chase that dream. Tomorrow we'll make the phone call.But what if tomorrow never comes?In this episode of the Meech Speaks Podcast, I talk about the biggest lie we tell ourselves: that we have more time. After receiving devastating personal news over the Fourth of July weekend, I was reminded that life doesn't wait for us to feel ready.We already know what needs to change.The hard part isn't knowing.The hard part is deciding.If you've been waiting for the “perfect time” to get your life together, this episode is for you.Topics Covered:Why most people never take actionThe comfort trap that's keeping you stuckWhy tomorrow isn't promisedStop waiting for motivationDiscipline over excusesTaking control of your life today
Can one bad decision define the rest of your life—or can accountability and perseverance rewrite your story?In this powerful inspirational episode, Reginald D sits down with Jesse Crosson, author of The Best Part of Prison, criminal justice reform advocate, speaker, the founder of the Second Chancer Foundation, and a man whose life proves that your worst mistake does not have to become your permanent identity.At just 18 years old, Jesse battled addiction that quickly spiraled into crime, leading to a 32-year prison sentence. But instead of allowing prison to define him, Jesse chose to transform his life through education, accountability, personal growth, and purpose. While incarcerated, he earned a college degree, became a journeyman electrician, invested in helping others, and ultimately received a pardon after years of demonstrating genuine transformation.In this deeply motivational and inspirational conversation, Jesse shares:How addiction robbed him of his identity and nearly destroyed his futureWhy prison became the place where true transformation beganThe importance of accountability over excusesHow small daily choices create lasting changeWhy second chances must be earned through consistent actionThe role of mentors, community, and hope during life's darkest seasonsBuilding a meaningful life after incarcerationHelping justice-impacted youth through storytelling and mentorshipBreaking free from shame, guilt, and limiting beliefsWhy redemption is possible for anyone willing to changeJesse also discusses the mission of his Second Chancer Foundation, sharing how mentoring, storytelling, and exposing young people to new possibilities can change lives before they ever enter the criminal justice system. His message reminds you that while mistakes have consequences, they never have to become the final chapter of your story. This episode offers hope to anyone struggling with addiction, failure, trauma, shame, or the belief that it's too late to change. Whether you're rebuilding your life, supporting someone in recovery, overcoming past mistakes, or simply looking for inspiration, this conversation will encourage you to take the next step toward freedom and purpose.Jesse Crosson's story reminds us that freedom begins long before prison doors open. It begins when we choose accountability, embrace growth, and believe that our future can become greater than our failures.Press play now to hear this powerful motivational and inspirational conversation and discover how accountability, resilience, and second chances can transform even the darkest chapters into a story of hope and purpose.Jesse Crosson's Contact Information:Website: https://jessecrosson.comSecond Chancer Foundation Website: https://www.second-chancer.orgAmazon Link : Amazon.com : best part of prison bookBook: The Best Part of Prison: https://jessecrosson.com/my-bookEmail: jesse@jessecrosson.com Send us Fan MailSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd TikTok: @realtalkregd Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald Website: https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D - MerchandiseReal Talk With Reginald D is a faith-based globally ranked inspirational and motivational podcast designed to motivate, empower & transform lives through powerful motivational speeches, authentic conversations, and real-life inspirational stories. Each episode delivers motivational and inspirational coaching focused on self improvement, leadership, healing, resilience & purpose. Rooted in faith and motivation, this Christian-based platform blends practical growth strategies with biblical wisdom, helping listeners strengthen their mindset, deepen their faith, and walk boldly in their calling. Check out Reginald D's powerful motivational speeches today!`
In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica Cesarato welcomes back the story of Women for Freedom, an organisation dedicated to supporting women, girls and children living in situations of poverty, violence, exploitation and fragility.After the first conversation in 2023, this new episode takes the story forward with Sara Memo, part of Women for Freedom, to understand what has changed, what has grown, and what still needs to be done.The conversation begins with the heart of the organisation itself: dignity, protection, freedom, and the concrete projects that help turn compassion into real action. From there, Monica and Sara move into one of the most powerful cultural expressions of this mission: Women for Freedom in Jazz, the Venetian festival founded by Elena Ferrarese, now celebrating 10 years of music, solidarity and women's voices in Venice.This is an episode about listening. Listening to stories that are difficult but necessary. Listening to women whose voices deserve space. Listening to jazz as a language of freedom, resilience and connection.Because in Venice, sometimes freedom does not arrive as a speech. Sometimes, it arrives as a song.Show keynotesWhat Women for Freedom does and who the organisation supportsSara Memo's connection with the mission of Women for FreedomWhat has changed since the 2023 Venice Talks interviewHow to speak about poverty, violence and exploitation while protecting dignityThe difference between charity and true solidarityHow emotion can become concrete actionThe role of culture in raising awarenessWomen for Freedom in Jazz and the vision of its founder, Elena FerrareseWhy jazz is such a powerful language for women, freedom and resilienceThe 10th anniversary of Women for Freedom in Jazz in VeniceVenice as more than a backdrop: a city that listens, hosts and amplifies storiesThe future of Women for Freedom and the next chapter of the festivalIf this conversation moved you, please subscribe to Venice Talks, leave a review, and share the episode with someone who believes that culture can still make a difference.You can follow Venice Talks for more stories about Venice, its people, its voices, its hidden layers, and the projects that keep the city alive in ways visitors do not always see.
In this episode, Cole Phillips and Bobby Frauman explore the profound topic of identity from a biblical perspective, addressing how our understanding of who we are in Christ shapes our lives in the middle of cultural pressures. They discuss practical ways to live out our true identity and find security in God's unchanging truth.Keywordsidentity in Christ, biblical identity, Christian living, spiritual growth, God's love, self-worth, faith, Christian community, sanctification, God's purposeKey topicsThe biblical foundation of identity in ChristThe influence of culture and social media on self-imageThe importance of community and belonging in Christian lifeHow sin warps our understanding of who we areThe role of God's Word and the Holy Spirit in sanctificationLiving out our identity through faith and actionThe significance of God's declaration over Jesus and usPractical steps to live confidently in ChristSound bites"Who I am in Christ defines my life.""Feelings are like the wind, they change constantly.""Your sin story doesn't have to be your final chapter."Chapters00:00 Introduction and Summer Reflections02:54 Exploring Identity in Christ05:44 The Impact of Culture on Identity09:03 The Role of Feelings in Identity12:00 Creation and Divine Purpose14:54 Understanding the Fall and Its Effects17:49 Defining Identity Through Christ20:41 The Importance of Community in Identity23:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts33:48 The Importance of Community and Identity37:29 Representing Jesus in Every Environment41:22 Understanding Holiness and Purpose46:35 Living Out Our Identity in Christ52:14 The Process of Change and Sanctification56:15 Identity as a Mission and Legacy
Get the Identity Shift Blueprint!Say hi on TikTokSay Hi on InstagramHenry@vibeabundant.com---What if the life you've been dreaming about isn't waiting for you in the future... but is demanding a decision from you right now?In this powerful episode, Henry Lawrence reveals the uncomfortable truth about personal transformation: your current reality will fight to keep you exactly where you are. The habits, distractions, obligations, and beliefs that created your current life don't want to make room for the next version of you.You'll discover why manifestation isn't about waiting for opportunities—it's about becoming the person who refuses to abandon their vision, even when it's inconvenient.If you've been feeling stuck, unfulfilled, overwhelmed, or trapped between who you are and who you know you're meant to become, this episode will challenge you to stop negotiating with your future and start living it today.Inside this episode:Why your old reality resists changeThe hidden reason most manifestation attempts failHow to raise your frequency through actionThe mindset shift that creates real transformationThe power of choosing your future self nowWhy discipline is the bridge to the life you desireYour new life doesn't begin someday.It begins the moment you stop waiting.Listen now and discover how to become the version of yourself your future is already calling for.
If you looked back one year from today, would you be proud of how you spent your time—or disappointed by how much of it you wasted?In this powerful motivational episode, Reginald D challenges you to take an honest look at how you are spending your most valuable asset—time.Too many people dream about success, purpose, financial freedom, personal growth, and self-improvement, yet fail to dedicate meaningful time to the goals and dreams they say matter most. Through this impactful motivational speech, Reginald D explains why time management, discipline, consistency, and daily action are essential ingredients for creating the life you truly desire.This motivational and inspirational message explores:Why time is your most valuable resourceThe hidden dangers of procrastinationHow discipline creates success and momentumWhy dreams require consistent actionThe importance of goal setting and accountabilityHow daily habits shape your futureWhy most people waste opportunitiesThe connection between purpose and productivityBuilding a legacy instead of chasing distractionsHow to stop wasting time and start making progressReginald D reminds you that time is a gift with an unknown balance. Every day offers a new opportunity to move closer to your dreams, strengthen your purpose, and create a meaningful legacy. He challenges you to stop postponing your future and begin investing time into what truly matters.If you're interested in motivational speech content, inspirational stories, self-improvement, productivity, faith and motivation, personal development, goal setting, success habits, and educational growth strategies, this episode provides the blueprint to help you move forward.Press play now to hear this powerful motivational speech and learn how to stop wasting time, strengthen your discipline, and start building the future you truly want.Send us Fan MailSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd TikTok: @realtalkregd Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald Website: https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D - MerchandiseReal Talk With Reginald D is a faith-based globally ranked inspirational and motivational podcast designed to motivate, empower & transform lives through powerful motivational speeches, authentic conversations, and real-life inspirational stories. Each episode delivers motivational and inspirational coaching focused on self improvement, leadership, healing, resilience & purpose. Rooted in faith and motivation, this Christian-based platform blends practical growth strategies with biblical wisdom, helping listeners strengthen their mindset, deepen their faith, and walk boldly in their calling. Check out Reginald D's powerful motivational speeches today!`
In this episode of the Lupus Foundation of America's The Expert Series podcast, we focus on how steroids are an essential and often life-saving treatment for people with lupus, even though the new SLE guidelines recommend using them as little as possible. Our guest speaker, Dr. Megan Lockwood, walks us through why steroids play such a critical role in lupus care, the potential risks and downsides of prolonged use and why limiting their use whenever possible is equally important. We also discuss how patients can work with their health care providers to develop a thoughtful, personalized steroid plan and have productive conversations with their doctors about managing steroid treatment.Sign up to receive emails from the Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) when new episodes are published: https://support.lupus.org/site/SPageNavigator/email_subscribe_expert_series.htmlThis episode will help you understand:How steroid mechanism of actionThe importance of minimizing steroid useShort and long-term side effects of steroidsAlternatives to steroids in lupus treatmentSafe steroid tapering strategiesFuture treatments and research developmentsRelated Resources:Ask a Lupus Health Educator (LFA): https://www.lupus.org/care-support/ask-a-health-educatorFind Support Near You (LFA): https://www.lupus.org/resources/find-support-near-youNational Resource Center on Lupus (LFA): https://www.lupus.org/resourcesThe Expert Series (LFA): https://www.lupus.org/resources/lupus-the-expert-seriesMedications Used to Treat Lupus (LFA): https://www.lupus.org/resources/medications-used-to-treat-lupus
Why do smart, capable, ambitious people know what to do... and still not do it?This question sits at the heart of my conversation with leadership coach, speaker and author Tamsin Simounds, and honestly, I think it's one so many of us are wrestling with.We live in a world overflowing with information. We can read the books, listen to the podcasts, learn the frameworks and understand exactly what we should be doing... and still find ourselves stuck.So why does that happen?In this episode, Tamsin and I explore the gap between knowing and doing, and why fear, identity, perfectionism, self-doubt and the need for certainty can stop us from taking action on the things that matter most.We talk about:Why taking action is often harder than gaining knowledgeThe fear that sits at the threshold of growthWhy discomfort isn't a problem to solveHow clarity is created through actionThe power of experimentation over perfectionWhy the only way to truly fail is to stopHow to move through the gap between knowing and doingWhether you're building a business, writing a book, changing careers, stepping into leadership or simply trying to trust yourself a little more, I think you're going to get so much from this conversation.Because the future doesn't change when we know more. It changes when we move.xx CBGuest I Tamsin Simounds - Leadership Coach | Speaker | Author of The Experiment Mindset | Founder https://www.tamsinsimounds.com/ Dream Maker ResourcesGet the Book: Let Your Vision Be Bigger Than Your Bullsh*t - If you've got a dream, vision or idea you want to bring to life, but keep getting stuck in fear, overthinking or self-doubt, this book is for you.7-Day Dream Maker Accelerator: Dream to Done - A simple, practical program to help you stop overthinking, build momentum, create your offer, make the invitation and take action on what matters.Connect with CBInstagram: @cb_dream_makerWebsite: cbdreammaker.com
If sales makes you feel awkward, pushy or uncomfortable, this episode is going to change the way you think about it.In this episode, I'm joined by Karmin Habibi, sales expert and founder of the Savvy Closer Method, for a really powerful conversation about sales, confidence, objections, integrity and what it actually takes to grow a business.We talk about why so many business owners struggle with selling, how to stop fearing rejection, and why sales is really about serving people, not pushing them.She also shares her incredible journey from working in sales across different industries to building her business in Dubai, and how sales helped her rebuild her confidence and step back into her power.Why sales is about serving, not manipulatingThe mindset shift every business owner needsWhy confidence comes from actionThe 3 types of people in business: the seeker, the dabbler and the savvy closerHow to handle objections like “I need to think about it” or “I can't afford it”Why follow-up matters so much in businessHow to sell without sounding pushy or fakeWhy integrity and honesty matter more than everMy honest story about hiring a sales team and why it didn't alignHow your energy affects your sales more than any scriptYou struggle with selling in your businessYou hate the thought of being “pushy”You want to handle objections with more confidenceYou want to improve your communication and close more salesYou know your business could grow faster if you got better at sellingAPPLY FOR MASTERMIND BY CLICKING HERECHECK OUT THE ACCREDITED MANAGEMENT COURSE HERE
Let's start with a quick market update after Friday's brutal actionThe last few days have not been pleasant for owners of gold, silver, miners or indeed bitcoin. Friday saw on 8% fall in silver. How January's euphoria has reversed. That's silver for you. My ongoing thesis that gold, silver et al go nowhere for a year remains in place. The structural backdrop for gold's bull market also remains: growing government debt, huge fiscal deficits, ongoing central bank accumulation, de-dollarisation. But the heat needed to come out of the market, and now it is doing just that.Silver I'm less certain about, as per usual. Its monetary role is largely gone, but if/when gold gets going again, silver will get pulled higher. Industrial demand remains robust. A year ago if you'd said silver will be $68 yet silver investors will be despairing, you'd have been laughed at.That said, I think it probably needs to go back and retest $50 before this correction is done.Miners will follow the metal. But it's important to remember they are effectively leveraged financing vehicles. When risk appetite disappears, they get destroyed almost regardless of geology, though the good ones will come back.In commodity bull markets, investors usually lose money by selling the bottom, sometimes through despair, sometimes because too much leverage forces them to. I still lean toward “structural bull market, cyclical correction”. Though correction is perhaps to light a term when 50-80% of junior mining market caps get wiped out. The sector is not for the faint hearted, though we all love it when it goes up. Remember the great Shelby Davis quote, “You make most of your money in a bear market, you just don't realize it at the time”.I need to conduct a proper bear market portfolio review, which I shall do very soon.As for bitcoin, its correction looks dramatic, but in percentage terms it remains fairly normal by bitcoin standards. I covered it in this week's commentary:A quick housekeeping noteI've decided to withdraw Lifetime Membership to The Flying Frisby at the end of June.The current price is £550 until 15 June. It then rises to £650 before being withdrawn permanently on 30 June.To be clear, despite what the sign-up process says, this is a genuine ONE-OFF payment for lifetime access. I manually convert memberships myself.If you've been considering Lifetime Membership, this is the final opportunity.Any problems, please message me on Substack or reply to this email.Finally, this week I appeared on the Grant Williams podcast, talking about the book. Feedback has been really good. Grant is one of the best interviewers out there and I really enjoyed it.Thank you for being a subscriber to the Flying Frisby.Until next time,Dominic This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theflyingfrisby.com/subscribe
Let's start with a quick market update after Friday's brutal actionThe last few days have not been pleasant for owners of gold, silver, miners or indeed bitcoin. Friday saw on 8% fall in silver. How January's euphoria has reversed. That's silver for you. My ongoing thesis that gold, silver et al go nowhere for a year remains in place. The structural backdrop for gold's bull market also remains: growing government debt, huge fiscal deficits, ongoing central bank accumulation, de-dollarisation. But the heat needed to come out of the market, and now it is doing just that.Silver I'm less certain about, as per usual. Its monetary role is largely gone, but if/when gold gets going again, silver will get pulled higher. Industrial demand remains robust. A year ago if you'd said silver will be $68 yet silver investors will be despairing, you'd have been laughed at.That said, I think it probably needs to go back and retest $50 before this correction is done.Miners will follow the metal. But it's important to remember they are effectively leveraged financing vehicles. When risk appetite disappears, they get destroyed almost regardless of geology, though the good ones will come back.In commodity bull markets, investors usually lose money by selling the bottom, sometimes through despair, sometimes because too much leverage forces them to. I still lean toward “structural bull market, cyclical correction”. Though correction is perhaps to light a term when 50-80% of junior mining market caps get wiped out. The sector is not for the faint hearted, though we all love it when it goes up. Remember the great Shelby Davis quote, “You make most of your money in a bear market, you just don't realize it at the time”.I need to conduct a proper bear market portfolio review, which I shall do very soon.As for bitcoin, its correction looks dramatic, but in percentage terms it remains fairly normal by bitcoin standards. I covered it in this week's commentary:A quick housekeeping noteI've decided to withdraw Lifetime Membership to The Flying Frisby at the end of June.The current price is £550 until 15 June. It then rises to £650 before being withdrawn permanently on 30 June.To be clear, despite what the sign-up process says, this is a genuine ONE-OFF payment for lifetime access. I manually convert memberships myself.If you've been considering Lifetime Membership, this is the final opportunity.Any problems, please message me on Substack or reply to this email.Finally, this week I appeared on the Grant Williams podcast, talking about the book. Feedback has been really good. Grant is one of the best interviewers out there and I really enjoyed it.Thank you for being a subscriber to the Flying Frisby.Until next time,Dominic This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theflyingfrisby.com/subscribe
Knowing how to use one herb 40 ways will make you a better herbalist. Have you ever found yourself buying herb after herb, learning a little about each one, and somehow still feeling like you don't really know what you're doing? If so, you're not alone.This episode will encourage you to slow down, go deeper, and build the kind of intimate plant relationship that turns into real herbal wisdom. The kind that grows your intuition and skills, saves you money, and keeps your apothecary from turning into a very overwhelming collection of herbs you barely know.What's in this episode:Why going deep with one herb beats collecting herbs you barely knowEchinacea beyond immune support: wound healing, lymphatics, toothaches, and moreChamomile beyond sleepy time: digestion, anxiety, skin inflammation, and antispasmodic actionThe power of slowing down and actually tasting, smelling, and sitting with a plantMel's top 5 essential herbs for her apothecaryHerbal monographs, the new shop, and the herb of the month deep dive on SubstackFor full show notes, resources, and links visit: theherbalistspath.com/blog/know-one-herb-40-waysLearn more in our herb workshops, herbal monographs, and deep dive herbalism programs on our new shop page coming soon! Stay tuned for our 30% off grand opening! Like the show? Got a Q? Shoot us a Text!Wondering how you can use your herbal skills to help people when times are tough?Grab Medicine For The People - An Herbalist's Guide To Showing Up For Your Community In Times of NeedIt's loaded with ideas and resources to help you help others!
Fear is one of the biggest barriers standing between where you are and the impact you are meant to have.Steph explores how fear, particularly the fear of judgment and the spotlight effect, quietly holds so many leaders back from taking action and showing up authentically. We dig into why we overestimate how much others are watching and judging us, and what it actually costs us when we let that fear make our decisions. Steph shares practical, grounded strategies to build courage, including shifting your perspective through the 10-year test, being of service to others, and using mortality awareness as a powerful tool for clarity. This episode is a call to stop playing small and start living and leading with intention.In this episode you'll discover:Fear as a barrier to actionThe spotlight effect and social anxietyStrategies to build confidence and authenticityPractical tools for overcoming fear and judgmentYour takeaways:Most people are not watching or judging you as closely as you think -- the spotlight effect is a trick your mind plays on you.Asking "Will this matter in 10 years?" is a simple but powerful way to move past fear and make bolder decisions.Embracing vulnerability and mortality awareness can transform how you lead and how you show up for the people who need your impact most.Chapters00:00 Understanding Fear as a Motivator and Barrier02:16 The Spotlight Effect: Fear of Judgment05:44 Overcoming the Spotlight Effect08:15 Mortality Awareness and Regret10:12 Embracing Courage and Taking Action
Right now, the salons that are pulling ahead aren't doing more. They're doing different. 3 things, specifically. Most owners know about them. Very few will actually do them In this episode, we unpack the 3 behaviours most Salon CEOs probably won't do, and why those behaviours matter if you want a salon that keeps growing while others pull back. This is not about adding more chaos. It is about installing the right structure at the right stage. Key Topics The communication shift most salons are missingWhy SMS could become one of your strongest revenue toolsHow to make team numbers simple enough to create actionThe daily gap your team needs to see before the day beginsWhy Instagram likes are not the metric to obsess overThe Reel number that shows whether your content is actually cutting through 3 Reasons Why Every Salon Owner Should Listen Discover the behaviour that could help your salon stand out while others blend inLearn what your team needs to understand before they can own their targetsFind out which content metric could change how you sell offers, roles and services Want to unlock more Salon CEO behaviours, secrets and strategies that will make you thousands of dollars? That's exactly what we can do for you inside of the Salon Mastery program… ✨ Click here to apply now.
Happy 200th episode to all of us!And what a time to be creating content online! We are living through one of the greatest transitions in human history. The industrial-age system that shaped generations—go to school, get the job, follow the path—is rapidly being replaced by a world driven by technology, AI, digital platforms, creators, and independent entrepreneurship. And while many people see uncertainty… aspiring entrepreneurs see opportunity.In this 200th episode of the Ready Entrepreneur podcast, we offer you an open audio letter on why online entrepreneurship may be one of the most important opportunities of our lifetime—and why so many aspiring entrepreneurs struggle to believe in themselves long enough to build something real. Your time is now to change your current trajectory.This is a message for anyone who:Feels stuck in traditional systemsWants additional income streamsDreams of more freedom and flexibilityHas started building online but lost momentumQuestions whether they're capable of succesWe talk about:The industrial age endingThe rise of creator-led businesses and digital economiesWhy confidence is built through actionThe hidden power of consistency and self-improvementHow entrepreneurship changes your identity—not just your incomeWhy your current situation is not your final formThe future will not belong to people waiting for permission. It will belong to builders. These are the fundamental themes and ideas of this podcast, and we are taking this milestone time to remember who we really are and what we really want.To have an enjoyable life in our global, advanced tech society, create value. To have the business, career, finances and lifestyle you desire, follow a proven path that has delivered in good times and bad. The path of entrepreneurship. And online entrepreneurship is the fast track for aspiring entrepreneurs.Learn the skills, access the resources and be inspired to live the life of your dreams right here on the Ready Entrepreneur podcastTo find more resources, strategies and ideas for aspiring entrepreneurs visit the Ready Entrepreneur website: https://www.readyentrepreneur.com/To download a free guide for Preparing to Become an Online Entrepreneur, click here: https://www.readyentrepreneur.com/start/You can get an exclusive discount on the ebook and audiobook version of Recast: The Aspiring Entrepreneur's Practical Guide to Getting Started with an Online Business click here: https://www.caselane.net/recastConnect with CaseFacebook: @readyentrepreneurHQ Instagram: @readyentrepreneur Twitter X: @caselaneworld Pinterest @caselane
Want to build a work culture where people speak up, take initiative, and lead with confidence? This episode of the Build a Vibrant Culture Podcast dives into the science of bravery and what it actually takes to build courageous teams.In this episode, Nicole Greer sits down with Jill Schulman, US Marine Corps veteran, keynote speaker, and author of The Bravery Effect, to explore how bravery isn't reserved for Navy SEALs and firefighters. It's the everyday courage to speak up in a meeting, have a hard conversation, or raise your hand for a leadership opportunity.This conversation also dives into positive psychology, growth mindset, stress, confidence, self-efficacy, and why waiting until you feel ready may be the very thing keeping you stuck. If you want to create a workplace culture where people speak up, take ownership, grow through discomfort, and support one another in doing hard things, this episode is packed with practical insight.In this episode, you'll learn:Why bravery is a skill you can build (not a personality trait you're born with)How to stop waiting to feel confident before taking actionThe neuroscience behind building your "bravery muscle"Why surrounding yourself with the right people accelerates your growthHow to use fear as a signal rather than a stop signThis episode is for leaders, managers, business owners, and emerging professionals who want to improve team communication, strengthen organizational culture, and create workplaces where people are brave enough to perform at their best.Connect with Jill:Jill's book, The Bravery Effect: https://a.co/d/6f8NymUWebsite: https://www.jillschulman.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillaschulman/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillschulman/YouTube: https://youtube.com/@jillschulman?si=OLp_zRLNANAiidSy The Build a Vibrant Culture Podcast helps leaders improve work culture, communication, and business performance through real-world leadership strategies and practical insights. Click here to view the episode transcript. Learn more about training, coaching, and courses at https://vibrantculture.comConnect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/build-a-vibrant-culture-nicole-greer/For speaking inquiries: https://vibrantculture.com/speaker-kit-request/Download our training catalog: https://vibrantculture.com/catalog-request/Want to be a guest? Send your request to podcast@vibrantculture.com
This week on the Black. Girl. Iowa. podcast, Emili sits down with community leader, advocate, and changemaker Monique Scarlett for a powerful conversation about Black history, civic engagement, and building bridges in Northwest Iowa. Born and raised in Sioux City, Monique shares what it was like growing up as one of the few Black children in her school during the 1960s and 70s, navigating racism at a young age while learning the importance of resilience, faith, and community. She reflects on the rich but often overlooked history of Black Iowans in Sioux City and the importance of preserving those stories for future generations. The conversation also explores Monique's leadership journey — from serving on the Sioux City School Board to becoming president of the Sioux City NAACP and founding Unity in Community, an organization focused on strengthening relationships between citizens and law enforcement through accountability, education, and dialogue. Throughout the episode, Monique shares wisdom on:The importance of civic engagementBuilding community in spaces where you feel unseenWhy Black women must continue speaking up and taking actionThe role faith plays in leadership and perseveranceCreating accountability instead of simply complaining about systemsWhy preserving Black history in Iowa matters now more than everOne of the most impactful moments of the episode comes when Monique reminds listeners:“A vision without execution is just another hallucination.” This episode is honest, empowering, emotional, and deeply rooted in the belief that change happens when ordinary people decide to show up for their communities.Growing up Black in Sioux CityRacism, resilience, and finding communityBlack history in Northwest IowaLeadership and public serviceUnity in Community and rebuilding trustAccountability and civic actionFaith, perseverance, and purposeA lightning round with Monique ScarlettUnity in Community Sioux City (Facebook)Sioux City NAACPTEDx Talk: “”Be sure to also check out Monique's powerful TEDx Talk, Tap Into the Power of One, where she speaks about leadership, impact, and creating change in your community.Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Pandora, and YouTube.Website: Black. Girl. Iowa.Substack: @blackgirliowaEtsy Shop: Black Girl Iowa Shop#BlackGirlIowa #BlackWomenLead #IowaPodcast #BlackHistory #CommunityLeadership
One of the most powerful and foundational sermons ever preached by Pastor Wayman Mitchell.Preached during the 1978 conference, this message captures the raw vision, urgency, and evangelistic conviction that helped ignite a worldwide church planting movement.Pastor Mitchell confronts: • Easy believism • Passive Christianity • The abandonment of personal evangelism • A church culture focused on survival instead of revivalThis sermon is packed with unforgettable lines, old-school Holy Ghost conviction, and a burning challenge to reach the world before time runs out.Key themes:Every believer is an evangelistThe necessity of repentanceThe urgency of world evangelismWhy revival requires actionThe danger of comfortable Christianity“If you're going to have revival, you cannot build a fortress for survival.”Originally preached in 1978. Still cuts like a knife today.#WaymanMitchell #Revival #Evangelism #Sermon #ChurchPlanting #Christianity #JesusChrist #ConferenceSermon #PersonalEvangelism #RepentanceChapters0:00 Arizona Revival & God's Sovereignty 1:10 Every Believer Is an Evangelist 2:20 The Attack on Street Evangelism 4:00 “Go Into All the World” 5:25 Why New Converts Win Souls 6:37 “They Must Be Brought” 7:05 The Call to Repentance 8:40 Against Easy Believism 10:50 Why Altar Calls Matter 12:00 “We're Not Called to Milk Cows” 14:15 The Power of a Changed Life 16:35 “I'm Not Going Your Way” 17:33 Revival or Survival 19:45 The Urgency of World Evangelism 21:35 Cities Waiting for Laborers 23:38 Final Prayer & Harvest CallShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at:• Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b• Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369v
One of the most powerful and foundational sermons ever preached by Pastor Wayman Mitchell.Preached during the 1978 conference, this message captures the raw vision, urgency, and evangelistic conviction that helped ignite a worldwide church planting movement.Pastor Mitchell confronts: • Easy believism • Passive Christianity • The abandonment of personal evangelism • A church culture focused on survival instead of revivalThis sermon is packed with unforgettable lines, old-school Holy Ghost conviction, and a burning challenge to reach the world before time runs out.Key themes:Every believer is an evangelistThe necessity of repentanceThe urgency of world evangelismWhy revival requires actionThe danger of comfortable Christianity“If you're going to have revival, you cannot build a fortress for survival.”Originally preached in 1978. Still cuts like a knife today.#WaymanMitchell #Revival #Evangelism #Sermon #ChurchPlanting #Christianity #JesusChrist #ConferenceSermon #PersonalEvangelism #RepentanceChapters0:00 Arizona Revival & God's Sovereignty 1:10 Every Believer Is an Evangelist 2:20 The Attack on Street Evangelism 4:00 “Go Into All the World” 5:25 Why New Converts Win Souls 6:37 “They Must Be Brought” 7:05 The Call to Repentance 8:40 Against Easy Believism 10:50 Why Altar Calls Matter 12:00 “We're Not Called to Milk Cows” 14:15 The Power of a Changed Life 16:35 “I'm Not Going Your Way” 17:33 Revival or Survival 19:45 The Urgency of World Evangelism 21:35 Cities Waiting for Laborers 23:38 Final Prayer & Harvest CallShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at:• Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5b• Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369v
SummaryTonya Harris Cornileus, Ph.D., explores the roots of procrastination, emphasizing that knowing what we want isn't enough—action is essential. She shares personal insights on overcoming fear, self-doubt, and misalignment to close the gap between intention and action. Keywordsprocrastination, self-doubt, fear, action, personal growth, motivation, goal setting, mindset, self-awareness, life change Key TopicsThe difference between knowing what you want and taking actionThe role of fear and self-doubt in procrastinationHow to reframe delay as a signal for deeper insightSmall, intentional steps to align actions with goals TakeawaysKnowing what you want is not enough; action is necessary.Fear and self-doubt are common barriers to progress.Delay often signals underlying fears or misalignment.Listening to what delay reveals can lead to self-understanding.Small, consistent actions can bridge the gap between intention and reality. Sound Bites"Delay is a signal, not the enemy.""Listen to what delay is revealing.""Action begins with one decision."Chapters00:00 Understanding Procrastination: A Personal Reflection02:47 The Fear Behind Delay: Uncovering Self-Doubt05:43 Taking Action: Bridging the Gap Between Knowing and DoingThanks for listening to my latest audio blog. To read this blog and other blogs in my library, visit yourahalife.com.This audio blog is a complement to my podcast episode #59: What I Delayed What Mattered Most (And What I'm Learning About It). It's a reflective episode where I share what I'm learning about myself and what is behind my procrastination. I dive deeper into the fears and self-doubts that can keep us stuck, and how I'm learning to take steps, move past the inertia, and accomplish what matters most. I hope you'll listen to the episode. If you enjoy it, share it with your friends, write a review, and remember to subscribe to the podcast to receive new episodes as they become available. Take good care. XOXO, Tonya
Washington and the COP conferences get all the headlines, but some of the most creative and effective climate action in the world is emerging from city halls — and Denver's Office of Climate Action is one of the best examples of what's possible.This week, Molly zooms in on the Mile High City as she talks with Chelsea Warren, Marketing and Communications Manager for Denver's Office of Climate Action, Sustainability and Resiliency. Chelsea has spent years building one of the country's most effective city-level climate communications programs, making the case that local government is where climate action gets real.We talk about:Why local government is the frontline of climate action, and why local action matters more than everHow Denver used the rollback of federal climate policies to motivate voters to fund local climate initiatives like solar, e-bike rebates, heat pump programs, and moreUsing the science of behavioral change to effectively promote climate actionGoodwill pop-ups, ice cream collaborations, and other non-traditional ways Denver activated around a climate campaign, and delivered 128 million impressions in the processWhy financial incentives and positive social comparison beat education every time when it comes to motivating climate actionThe perception gap: most people wildly underestimate how many of their neighbors care about climate actionHow effective, human-centered storytelling can combat pessimism and inactionThe co-benefits frame: reaching people through health, savings, and quality of life, not just the environmentLinks:Denver's Office of Climate Action, Sustainability, and Resiliency: https://www.denvergov.org/Government/Agencies-Departments-Offices/Agencies-Departments-Offices-Directory/Climate-Action-Sustainability-and-ResiliencyThe Denver Climate Project: https://www.denvergov.org/Community/Denver-Climate-ProjectAll episodes: https://www.everybodyinthepool.com/Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/2EsDhwQC2zSubscribe to the Everybody in the Pool newsletter: https://www.mollywood.co/Become a member for the ad-free version of the show: https://everybodyinthepool.supercast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode is about a decision most people avoid: choosing what you really want over what feels safe.The DecisionAideen had to choose:
No Airman Left Behind. Inside the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program, that promise is more than words. It is a mission that never ends. On this episode of the Your Next Mission® video podcast, SMA Tilley goes inside the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program (AFW2) with MSG (R) Marsha Hoskins of AFW2, Leslie Santiago Rodriguez and CMSgt (R) Jason David of Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Federal Employee Program, and to reveal exactly how this program is changing lives and why no Airman is ever left behind.The Air Force Wounded Warrior Program (AFW2) is the lifeline for wounded, ill, and injured Airmen, Guardians, and their Families. From the moment of injury through every stage of recovery, AFW2 walks alongside warriors with personalized care, advocacy, mentorship, and a community that refuses to let anyone heal alone. And when partners like Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program stand shoulder to shoulder with that mission, the impact multiplies. This is the inside look every Airman, Guardian, caregiver, Veteran, and Military Family needs to hear.CMSgt (R) Jason David shares the warrior's perspective. Marsha Hoskins breaks down how the program actually works and who it serves. Leslie Santiago Rodriguez explains how Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP partners with AFW2 to extend care and resources to those who served. Three voices. One mission. Zero filters. Because heroes don't heal alone, and no Airman is ever left behind.LEARN MORE / GET INVOLVEDAir Force Wounded Warrior Program: https://www.woundedwarrior.af.milBlue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program: https://www.fepblue.orgWhat you will hear in this episodeInside the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program and exactly who qualifies for AFW2 supportHow AFW2 walks with warriors and Families from the moment of injury through every stage of recoveryWhy CMSgt (R) Jason David says the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program saved more than just his careerHow Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program partners with AFW2 to extend care, advocacy, and lifelong resourcesWhat caregivers and Military Families need to know about the support available to them right nowWhy the transition from active duty to civilian life is one of the hardest battles a wounded warrior fightsThe role adaptive sports, mentorship, and community play in the healing process inside AFW2How the partnership between BCBS FEP and the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program is reaching Airmen who did not know help existedWhy corporate America stepping up matters and what real partnership looks like in actionThe honest truth about what wounded warriors and their Families need most and how you can be part of the solutionHow to connect a wounded, ill, or injured Airman or Guardian to AFW2 todayWhy no Airman is ever left behind and what every Veteran should know about asking for helpWhat is the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program?Who qualifies for AFW2 support?How does the Air Force support wounded, ill, and injured Airmen?What does No Airman Left Behind mean in the Air Force?How does Blue Cross Blue Shield partner with the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program?What benefits do wounded warriors get through Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program?How does AFW2 help with the transition to civilian life?What support is available for Air Force wounded warrior families?How do I connect a wounded Airman to the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program?What is the role of caregivers in AFW2?How do adaptive sports help wounded warriors heal?What resources are available for Air Force veterans with PTSD or TBI?How does the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program work with the VA?What is the impact of AFW2 on Airmen and Guardians?How can civilians support wounded warrior programs?What does Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP cover for federal employees and veterans?#NoAirmanLeftBehind #AirForceWoundedWarrior #AFW2 #BlueCrossBlueShield #BCBSFEP #FederalEmployeeProgram #WoundedWarrior #YourNextMission #SMATilley
Being heard, understood, and sympathized with are great things...but living life to the full also means living with courage. Ann White joins AllMomDoes host Julie Lyles Carr for a conversation about what is means to have courage in an anxious era and how sometimes the greatest courage of all is to get deeply honest about who you are.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4cVlFFc Key TopicsThe importance of courage rooted in faith, not the absence of fearAnne's personal journey from trauma and fear to trust and courageous actionThe seven steps to courage that transform emotional and spiritual healthPractical ways to identify safe people to share your struggles withThe role of vulnerability and its relationship with true courageHow to distinguish who to trust when seeking supportBalancing fear and courage: making daily intentional choicesThe significance of personal responsibility in growth and healingResources for emotional health: Bible studies, audio Bibles, and moreHow living courageously unlocks abundant life and joyTimestamps00:00 - Introduction to Courage and the Theme of the Episode01:00 - Anne White's Background and Journey of Faith02:00 - The Power of Vulnerability in Building Courage04:00 - Reckoning with Past Fears and Embracing God's Power06:00 - The Root of Courage: Discipleship and Personal Transformation07:30 - The Role of Biblically Sound Courage in Daily Life09:00 - Courage and Vulnerability in Women's Ministries11:00 - A Life-Changing Moment: Writing the Reality of Struggles12:30 - Steps of Courage: Facing Fear and Taking Risks14:00 - Choosing Trustworthy Support Systems16:00 - How to Identify Safe People to Share Your Heart18:00 - The Relationship Between Fear, Anxiety, and Courage21:00 - Practical Ways to Overcome Obstacles and Make Courageous Changes24:00 - The Power of Personal Responsibility in Response to Difficulties27:00 - Faith-Driven Decisions: Trusting God's Guidance in Courage29:00 - How Fear and Courage Coexist — Making the Daily Choice32:00 - The Stakes of Remaining in Comfort Zone Instead of Courage34:00 - The Transformational Power of Living Courageously with God36:00 - Resources for Emotional and Spiritual Growth: Bible Studies, podcasts, and apps38:00 - Connecting with Anne White and Courage for Life Ecosystem39:00 - Final Encouragement to Step Into Courage and Live Abundantly
Send us Fan MailReclaiming Shakti: Divine Feminine Force on Luminara—the New Earth" by Maya Tiwari.Core Premise: The Rise of LuminaraThe transcript posits that humanity is currently transitioning from an era of patriarchal control into a "Golden Age" called Luminara (derived from the Latin for "light" and "torch of hope"). The author argues that Planet Earth is a sentient "Mothership" and a living library, and that we are currently undergoing a shift to remember our original, sentient design.Key Concepts & ThemesShakti and the Sacred Feminine: Shakti is defined as the primordial, creative, and dynamic feminine energy of the universe. The author asserts that women are the embodiment of this force and are currently being called to "reclaim" their inherent power.The Breakdown of Patriarchal Systems: The text claims that for the last 300,000 years, humanity has been under the influence of an "archonic" (patriarchal) system established by outside forces (the Annunaki) to enslave humanity and exploit Earth. The author suggests these systems are now crumbling as the frequency of the Earth increases.Shiva-Shakti Balance: While emphasizing the feminine, the author advocates for moving beyond a dualistic, binary perspective. The goal is to harmonize the Shakti (energy) and Shiva (consciousness) inherent in all genders, allowing men to rediscover their own "protective and stoic" masculine nature.The "Red Bindu": A central metaphor in the text is the "Red Bindu," described as a drop of Shakti Prana imprinted in the reproductive memory of all females, serving as the origin of consciousness and vitality.The 20% Awakening: Drawing on a variation of critical mass theory, the author claims that more than 20% of the world's population is now leaning toward the understanding that we are "self-aware consciousness and children of Mother Earth." She argues that this threshold is sufficient to catalyze a global shift in awareness.Call to ActionThe transcript concludes by encouraging listeners to:Redefine Feminine Power: Move away from models that simply mimic masculine structures and instead embrace a new vision rooted in the Shakti principle.Engage in Personal/Social Transformation: The author posits that personal enlightenment drives social enlightenment, and that the "quiet surge of awareness" currently felt by many will lead to a radical overhaul of cultural, economic, and political structures.Excerpted from I Am Shakti - bookSupport the showMay Peace Be Your Journey:Maya's approach transcends modern feminism by advocating for a holistic restoration of balance, moving beyond the fight for basic rights to reclaiming the innate power of the divine feminine, which includes procreation, forgiveness, nourishment, and cosmic creativity. She stresses the importance of kindness, inner stillness, and compassionate self- tools for healing individuals and society. www.mayatiwari.comwww.facebook.com/mayatiwariahimsa.Buzzsprout.comMothermaya@gmail.comGet Maya's New Book: I Am Shakti:https://www.collectiveinkbooks.com/o-books/our-books/I-am-shaktiAmazon.comBookshop.org
Tad Hopp is joining us today! Tad is a sobriety coach for gay men, and he recently moved to Amsterdam on the DAFT visa. His story is about finally taking action after decades of waiting, getting on the same page as his husband, and building a new community abroad.Tad and I are covering:Why he finally made the move (after ~30 years)His husband's initial hesitancy and how he gradually came around, especially after seeing Tad take actionThe right timing: How the current political landscape and new access to resources played their rolesWhy the Netherlands DAFT visa was the best pathHow relationships can take time to align for big changesThe move isn't always smooth: pushing through the “what have I done?” phaseCommunity and putting yourself out there is everything once you make it overBig moves aren't perfect. They're messy and uncertain, but waiting isn't risk-free either. Tad's advice: take the leap, figure it out as you go, and trust that it'll all work out.Subscribe and ReviewIf you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more visionaries who need these insights.
241 What if a gap year wasn't only reserved for high school grads trying to find themselves? In this encore episode, writer, hiker, and anti-capitalist tiny biz owner, Nic Antoinette, discusses the inspiration behind their grown up gap year, and Nadine opens up about the moment of jealousy that led to her "apprentice year." This is not a new-year-new-you, live-your-best-life episode. Instead, Nic and Nadine talk openly about how they are trying to be real with their plans and expectations. Nic also discusses the other ways they have curated a values-aligned life and career. In this inspiring and permission-granting conversation, you'll feel encouraged to make choices that challenge the norm in order to live a life that is a right fit for you.Covered in this episode: Why Nic writes so transparently about moneyHow honesty and privacy can exist at the same time Creating a values-aligned approach to work and lifeThe burnout that comes from being accessible to too many peopleHow we can be honest with ourselves with no pressure to do anything about it How Nadine and Nic have pivoted in their lives and careersThe key question that will help us take imperfect actionThe price of admission that Nic was willing to pay for peace of mindHow Nic's divorce impacted their outlook on changeWhat Nic and Nadine are doing during their gap and apprentice yearTheir worries about how these changes will impact their lives and careersNurturing our off-line livesAbout Nic:Has spent the past 19 years devoted to a public writing and storytelling practice.Their current writing can be found in a pay-what-you-can weekly newsletter project called Now What? — written for big-hearted, liberation-oriented people who are grappling with the question of who/how we want to be in this collapsing world. They are also the author of two adventure memoirs: How To Be Alone: an 800-mile hike on the Arizona Trail and What We Owe To Ourselves: a 500-mile hike on the Colorado TrailWebsite: https://www.nicoleantoinette.com/Revision Retreat: Craft Your Best Draft Aug 2026, Madeline Island School of the Arts, WITiny True Stories and Sketches: A Micro-Memoir Retreat. Oct 26-Nov 2, SpainAbout Nadine:Nadine Kenney Johnstone is an award-winning author, podcast host, and writing coach. After fifteen years as a writing professor, she founded WriteWELL workshops and retreats for women writers. She interviews today's top female authors on her podcast, Heart of the Story. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her latest book, Come Home to Your Heart, is an essay collection and guided journal. She has been featured in Cosmo, Authority, MindBodyGreen, Natural Awakenings,Chicago Magazine, and more. She writes a regular column about mid-life reclamation on Substack.
When the main oncology hospital in Kharkiv was bombed, patients started dying — not from the bombs, but from losing access to their chemotherapy. Ross Skobronski, a Spanish-Ukrainian mathematician who had come to Kharkiv to visit family just one month before the full-scale invasion, watched and waited for someone to respond. No one did. So he did it himself.Today, Mission Kharkiv serves more than 3,200 oncology patients with full treatment courses across Ukraine, operating a cold chain logistics system out of a bunker four metres underground. Ross and his team of 62 deliver chemotherapy to hospital doors on the day of each patient's session — a level of precision and responsiveness that puts much larger organisations to shame.In this conversation, Ross talks about how he built Mission Kharkiv from scratch, why his mathematical training shaped his problem-solving more than any humanitarian manual could, and what he sees as the fundamental disconnect in how the sector talks about localization. As the chair of the NGO platform's steering committee in Ukraine, he brings a sharp outsider's perspective on the dynamics between international and national NGOs — and why he doesn't believe power will ever be shared voluntarily.In this episode:How a $40 million pharmaceutical donation launched Mission KharkivBuilding cold chain logistics in a city under siegeWhy "naivety" might be the most undervalued quality in humanitarian actionThe gap between localization rhetoric and reality on the groundWhy Ross believes power must be taken, not sharedA proposal for a localization accountability framework with measurable indicatorsWhat it would take to replicate Mission Kharkiv in other countriesGuest: Ross Skobronski, Founder and Director of Mission Kharkiv and Chair of the Steering Committee of the NGO Platform in Ukraine.
Success is not waiting at the finish line; it's being built iwhen you choose to show up.Too often, we chase the next big goal thinking that's when we'll finally feel successful. But every time you hit a milestone, you move the finish line. This leads to never feeling like you've arrived and always wanting more.The truth is, real success is found in your daily actions, even on the days you're tired, distracted, or unsure. The small choices you make, the habits you build, and how you show up compound over time to create lasting change.Here's what you'll learn:How moving the goalpost hurts your confidence, so you stop waiting to feel “ready” before taking actionThe power of the compound effect in your daily habits, where you'll start seeing real progress with small, consistent stepsHow your everyday decisions shape your reputation and leadership, and you become the person others notice and count onWhat your future self would tell you to do right now, so you finally start building the life and career you wantStop waiting for the perfect moment, success is built right now.>>>>> Book an Executive Presence Discovery Call at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/executive-presence>>>>> Get The Experts Edge delivered to your inbox weekly at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/newsletter
In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher Podcast, we go deeper into the powerful 3x5 card system and how it can transform your daily growth, decision-making, and relationships.Learn how to move beyond reflection into intentional planning and action by organizing your thoughts, goals, and priorities in a simple, structured way.In this episode, you'll discover:How to use identity, mission, and purpose cards to stay groundedWhy writing things down improves retention and real learningHow to avoid “over-reflecting” and start taking meaningful actionThe power of intentional neglect—choosing what not to focus onHow to track progress and build confidence through small winsA practical system for aligning daily actions with long-term goalsThese principles are rooted in gospel-centered living and are designed to help individuals strengthen their marriages, improve self-mastery, and grow through consistent, intentional effort.This podcast is created by individuals who strive to live by the principles taught in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and apply them to real-life challenges.
There's a side of masculinity that we don't talk about enough.In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend and former international cricketer turned transformational coach, Robin Uthappa. Together, we unpack what's really happening beneath the surface for so many men today.Because what if the reason men struggle to open up… isn't what we think? We explore the hidden layers of vulnerability, the roles men feel pressured to play, and why so many people feel disconnected even when they've “made it.”If you've ever struggled to express your emotions, felt misunderstood in your relationships, or wondered why success doesn't always equal fulfillment… this one is for you.What you'll get out of this episode… Vulnerability is not weakness; it's courage in actionThe biggest misconception about men and emotionsWhy emotional safety is the gateway to real connectionHow to begin the process of healingThe importance of sports for children's developmentWhat happens when work becomes playWhy success doesn't guarantee happinessConnect with RobbieWEB / https://www.robbieuthappa.com IG / https://www.instagram.com/robinaiyudauthappa YT / https://www.youtube.com/@TheRobbieUthappa This Episode is Sponsored by Chai Tonics
Episode 328: Why “Everything Is Fine” Is the Most Dangerous Sentence in HealthcarePodcast: The Thrive Forever Fit ShowHost: Jay Nixon“Everything is fine.”It sounds reassuring.It feels comforting.And in many cases, it's the most dangerous sentence in modern healthcare.In this episode, Jay breaks down a pattern he has seen repeatedly in recent Metabolic Strategy Sessions: clear metabolic warning signs, significant dysfunction, and obvious trends being dismissed because numbers fall “within range.”This is not an attack on doctors.And it's not fear-based.It's an honest conversation about how a sick care system operates, why early warning signs are often ignored, and how people quietly drift from dysfunction into disease while being told there is nothing to worry about.If you've ever been told your labs are “normal” but didn't feel normal, this episode will change how you view your health forever.Why reference ranges do not equal optimal healthThe difference between “in range” and metabolically safeHow disease develops long before diagnosisWhy early warning signs are routinely dismissedHow blood sugar, liver dysfunction, inflammation, and hormone issues quietly progressWhy cholesterol often triggers urgency while other markers are ignoredHow prescription pathways drive decision-makingWhy waiting a year to “recheck labs” can be dangerousWhat proactive health ownership actually looks likeNormal does not mean optimalEarly dysfunction is the best time to interveneFalse reassurance delays meaningful actionThe system treats disease better than it prevents itRelief and reassurance are not the same as resolutionTrends matter more than single data pointsAsking better questions leads to better outcomesAnyone who has been told “everything is fine” despite feeling offPeople confused by conflicting or dismissive medical adviceThose with labs that feel concerning but unexplainedAnyone who wants to prevent disease instead of manage itPeople ready to take ownership of their metabolic healthMost people don't become unhealthy overnight.Health erodes quietly while warning signs are dismissed, delayed, or ignored.This episode explains why proactive education, early intervention, and systems-based thinking are essential and why relying solely on reassurance can cost you years of health.“Everything is fine” should never end the conversation.It should start better questions.Because the goal isn't to manage disease once it shows up.The goal is to prevent it from ever arriving.Clarity is not overreacting.It's ownership.
Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode.Why does diabetes sometimes feel like you're doing everything right… but nothing is changing?In this episode, Coach Ken and Graham break down one of the most frustrating experiences for people living with diabetes: feeling stuck.Whether it's blood sugars that won't improve, routines that fall apart, or the constant cycle of starting over, this episode explores why so many people struggle to create consistency—and what actually helps you move forward.Ken and Graham dive into the gap between knowledge and action, explaining why understanding what to do is only one part of the equation. The real challenge is building the confidence, structure, and consistency to apply that knowledge in real life.They also explore the mental and emotional side of diabetes management, including how overwhelm, perfectionism, and fear can keep people from taking action.This episode is a reminder that progress in diabetes doesn't come from doing everything perfectly—it comes from taking consistent, intentional action over time.
Let's Connect | https://msha.ke/ltai/Have you ever felt like you lost your confidence, your focus, or even your sense of control over your own life? In this episode of Let's Talk About It Podcast, we're having a real conversation about regaining your power from within.I'm sharing how you can become more confident in yourself, build self-control, stay focused on your goals, and start putting yourself first without guilt. Your power comes from the choices you make every day, and sometimes all it takes is a mindset shift to start moving differently.In this episode we talk about:How to rebuild confidence through actionThe importance of self-control and disciplineStaying focused on your goals even when life gets distractingWhy putting yourself first is necessary for growthPractical ways to stay on track and level upI also share one of my most recent accomplishments and the mindset that helped me achieve it.If you've been feeling stuck, unmotivated, or like you've been giving your energy away to everyone else, this episode is your reminder that your power has always been within you.✨ It's time to step into the most confident version of yourself.
Are you waiting to feel ready before you make a change?In this episode, we challenge the belief that clarity, confidence, or motivation will arrive first — and then you'll finally take action. The truth is: most people don't stay stuck because they lack answers. They stay stuck because they're waiting for emotional certainty before making a decision.You'll learn why readiness is a myth, how waiting quietly erodes self-trust, and what actually creates momentum in your life.This episode will help you stop postponing change and start moving — even when you don't feel sure yet.In This EpisodeWhy confidence doesn't come before actionThe hidden cost of waiting for the “right time”How avoidance disguises itself as preparationThe moment life actually starts to changeA new way to make decisions without certaintyReady for clarity?The Clarity Audit helps you identify the exact pattern keeping you stuck and the next step forward.Book yours here: https://pages.tristaguertin.com/products/the-clarity-audit
The overwhelming amount of information, emotion, and terror we are experiencing in the world right now can make it hard to know what to do with ourselves. Last week's episode came from my own experience of feeling like I was going to break and realizing my nervous system was completely overloaded. In this episode, I build on that and talk about what to do—because it's not enough to say you will “just get off social media” or “stop doom scrolling.” If it were that simple, I would have stopped, and maybe you would have too. We'll look at why this is so hard to put down and what it takes to step back in a way that allows you to stay informed without losing yourself in the crush of information. Here's what I cover:Why doom scrolling is not activism and can hinder you from taking thoughtful actionThe good girl rules that make disengaging feel like a moral failingWhy learning to regulate your nervous system can be a powerful form of resistanceWhat happens when your reptile brain takes over and you're stuck in looping thoughtsPractical ways to regulate so you can stay informed and respond in ways that actually helpFind Sara here:sarafisk.coachpages.sarafisk.coach/difficultconversationswww.instagram.com/sarafiskcoach/www.facebook.com/SaraFiskCoaching/www.tiktok.com/@sarafiskcoachwww.youtube.com/@sarafiskcoaching1333What happens inside the free Stop People Pleasing Facebook Community? Our goal is to provide help and guidance on your journey to eliminate people pleasing and perfectionism from your life. We heal best in a safe community where we can grow and learn together and celebrate and encourage each other. This group is for posting questions about or experiences with material learned in The Ex-Good Girl podcast, Sara Fisk Coaching social media posts or the free webinars and trainings provided by Sara Fisk Coaching. See you inside!Book a Free Consult
In this episode of Passionate & Prosperous, I'm joined by Edward Vilga to talk about his new book, The Science of Getting Rich Journal.Edward took the original 1910 prosperity classic, The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D. Wattles, and created a 40-day guided journal designed to help readers actively apply its principles. Instead of simply reading about wealth, gratitude, faith, and creative thinking, this journal turns those ideas into a structured daily practice.Our conversation centers on identity and wealth — and why mindset and belief systems must come before strategy. We talk about the difference between passive manifestation and aligned action, and why visualization without follow-through isn't enough. Edward shares the neuroscience behind journaling and how consistent reflection can help rewire the brain, increase clarity, and shift long-held patterns around money.In this episode, we discuss:How Edward transformed a classic prosperity text into a practical, action-oriented journalWhy identity and belief shape your ability to create wealthThe difference between passive manifestation and aligned actionThe neuroscience behind journaling and brain rewiringGratitude as a foundation for abundanceCreative mindset vs. competitive mindsetWhy repetition and structure (like a 40-day practice) support real transformationStrengthening your relationship to money without shame or guiltIf you're building a business, leading clients, or working to strengthen your own relationship with money, this episode offers a grounded framework for thinking about prosperity differently. Wealth, as we discuss it here, isn't about quick fixes. It's about becoming the kind of person who can create, hold, and act from abundance over time.Check out The Science of Getting Rich Journal AND a special bonus course when you purchase here. Follow Edward on Instagram here.
Welcome to The Calm & Happy Home Podcast!This week, I'm talking about the Lunar New Year, the shift into the Year of the Horse, and the myths that tend to create more fear than flow at this time of year.If you've been feeling unsettled, emotional, energised one minute and completely drained the next, you are not imagining it. We're moving through a powerful transition point. The solar feng shui new year has already shifted the energetic blueprint of our homes, and now the Lunar New Year brings the emotional and collective reset.This episode is about understanding what's actually happening, why February can feel like a threshold month, and how to work with this energy rather than pushing against it.Inside this episode, I'm talking about:Why early February can feel intense, reactive or overstimulatingThe difference between the solar new year and the Lunar New YearWhy the Year of the Horse is about aligned momentum, not frantic actionThe importance of preparation before paceThe symbolism behind common Lunar New Year mythsWhether you really can clean, wash your hair or cut itWhy arguments, money and broken plates are more about intention than superstitionHow beginnings imprint your nervous system for the year aheadWhy boundaries and energy protection matter more than ever right nowHow to strengthen your foundations before March brings more movementThis is your reminder that these traditions are not about superstition or getting it wrong. They are about consciousness. They are about recognising that beginnings matter and that how you show up emotionally and physically at the start of a cycle carries forward.You can buy The Calm and Happy Home now:Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Books-A-Million | Indigo | Watkins Publishing Join the community at somuchlove.com and follow along @somuchlovekimberleySo much love, Kimberley xxA bespoke analysis of your home to unlock the exact remedies your living space needs to support you in a life of more abundance and prosperity: https://www.thefengshuiflow.com/home-analysis-serviceWork with me 1 to 1 here!If you loved this episode don't forget to subscribe, leave a 5* review on Apple Podcasts and tag me in your stories on Instagram @thefengshuiflow! xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on the Traci explores what it really means to be cynical at work with Hywel Berry, CEO and founder of Alicorn Learning. A veteran of corporate leadership, sales, and organizational training, Hywel challenges the narrative that cynicism is inherently toxic—and argues that some of the most valuable people in your organization might just be the ones asking tough questions.Throughout this conversation, you'll discover how to harness skepticism as a leadership tool, understand why tone matters more than words, and learn what "realistic optimism" actually looks like when everything feels impossible.What we cover:The cynic paradoxChallenging without being dismissiveTone as strategyRealistic optimism in actionThe role of the natural cynicSpeaking up safelyFeedback meets cynicisIIntention versus impactCode switching for leadersMoving the needle forwardConnect with Hywel Berry:Website: alicornlearning.com | LinkedIn Connect with Traci:https://linktr.ee/HRTraciDisclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements made on this podcast are not a reflection of the thoughts, opinions, and statements of the Company by whom Traci Chernoff is actively employed.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products or services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.
Two people can work in the same market, see the same data, and experience completely different results.In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths, Matt and Garrett explore the powerful role perspective plays in business, life, and decision-making. Using a simple but unforgettable analogy from The Courage to Be Disliked, they unpack how ownership, mindset, and language quietly shape what we experience.This conversation challenges the habit of blaming external forces and invites a more empowering question: How am I approaching the environment in front of me?In this episode, we discuss:Why the same market produces different results for different peopleHow perspective influences energy, confidence, and actionThe danger of giving power to external circumstancesWhy ownership creates clarity and momentumHow gratitude and self-awareness change what you see—and what you act onThis episode isn't about pretending things are easy. It's about recognizing what's constant, understanding what's subjective, and choosing an approach that actually serves you.
Send us a textWhat if the goal isn't more… but enough?So many business owners are exhausted - not because they're failing but because they're chasing growth that doesn't actually feel good or sustainable.In this episode, I'm joined by three 2025 Powerful Women Rising Impact Award winners who approach business growth from very different angles, but land in the same place: calmer momentum beats constant pressure.Caitlin Durning, Coach of the Year, Teresa Romain, winner of the Active Impact Award, and Meredith Dewald, VA of the Year, share how mindset, systems, and values-first strategy work together to create steady growth you can actually sustain.We discuss:Redefining abundance as "enough" instead of always pushing for moreUsing simple brain-dump systems to calm idea overloadLetting your niche emerge through consistent actionThe secret to success: Intuition-led coaching, practical strategy and a VA who acts more as a strategic partner than a task-doerLinks & References:Learn more about all the 2025 Powerful Women Rising Impact Award winners Connect with other female entrepreneurs inside the PWR Connection NetworkListen to Caitlin's podcast: The End in Mind - Personal Development for EntrepreneursCheck out Caitlins website and connect with her on Instagram Connect with Teresa on her website, YouTube channel or FacebookFollow Meredith on Instagram, watch me tag her a million times on Threads or check out her websiteSupport the showConnect with Your Host!Melissa Snow is a Business Relationship Strategist dedicated to empowering women in entrepreneurship. She founded the Powerful Women Rising Community, which provides female business owners with essential support and resources for business growth. Melissa's other mission is to revolutionize networking, promoting authenticity and genuine connections over sleazy sales tactics. She runs an incredible monthly Virtual Speed Networking Event which you can attend once at no cost using the code FIRSTTIME She lives in Colorado Springs with two dogs, her soul cat Giorgio and any number of foster kittens. She loves iced coffee, Taylor Swift, and Threads.
The most powerful way to enter a new year is not with resolutions, but with a deeper understanding of how to connect with the people who matter most.As we close out the year, the Finding Mastery team is taking time to rest, re-calibrate and reflect — practicing the same principles we talk about on this podcast. So today, we're sharing a conversation from the Finding Mastery Vault with two legends in the science of relationships: Drs. John and Julie Gottman.Together, they've spent more than 50 years studying what makes love last — from small moments of connection to the hidden habits that quietly erode trust. In this conversation, we explore the daily rituals that deepen intimacy, how to repair after conflict, and why the best relationships aren't perfect — they're practiced.In this episode, you'll learn:How to turn conflict into closeness through repairThe four behaviors that quietly destroy relationships (and how to replace them)Why “love is a verb” — and what that means in actionThe difference between bids for connection and real listeningHow to communicate needs without criticism or defensivenessFrom the entire Finding Mastery team, we wish you and your loved ones a very happy, healthy New Year. We'll see you in 2026! Enjoy this episode with The Gottmans.________________________________________________________________Links & ResourcesSubscribe to our Youtube Channel for more conversations at the intersection of high performance, leadership, and wellbeing: https://www.youtube.com/c/FindingMasteryGet exclusive discounts and support our amazing sponsors! Go to: https://findingmastery.com/sponsors/Subscribe to the Finding Mastery newsletter for weekly high performance insights: https://www.findingmastery.com/newsletter Download Dr. Mike's Morning Mindset Routine: findingmastery.com/morningmindset Follow on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and XSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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