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Narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and NPD get thrown around constantly online, and most of what circulates is wrong. In this episode, licensed marriage and family therapist Kati Morton walks through what narcissistic personality disorder actually is (all nine DSM criteria, and why five or more are required for a diagnosis), the difference between covert and overt narcissism, and the specific behavior patterns that make a relationship abusive: love bombing, gaslighting, trauma bonding, DARVO, flying monkeys, isolation, and intermittent reinforcement. She also covers the gray rock method, the signs you're walking on eggshells in your own home, and how healing from narcissistic abuse actually works. If you've been wondering whether what you experienced counts, or whether the person in your life is a narcissist or simply selfish and hurtful, this one is for you. Timestamps 0:00 Everyone thinks everyone's a narcissist 1:07 What narcissistic personality disorder actually is: five of nine criteria 3:20 Covert vs. overt narcissism 9:22 What narcissistic abuse means 9:48 Love bombing, and how it differs from someone just being kind 13:49 Gaslighting 19:11 No accountability, no apology, no repair 22:19 Monitoring, isolation, and turning you against the people who love you 24:22 Trauma bonding and the abuse cycle 27:25 DARVO 30:45 The gray rock method 34:30 Flying monkeys 36:57 Why they aren't nasty all the time 40:02 Intermittent reinforcement 40:47 Signs you're living in this dynamic 43:50 How healing actually happens 46:27 Reconnecting with the people you lost touch with 49:16 A better question than "what's wrong with me" 53:33 Afraid you'll end up with another narcissist This episode is brought to you by Rebound, offering specialized virtual trauma therapy in all 50 states, founded by survivors and psychologists. Head to https://hellorebound.com/askkatianything to learn more and check your insurance. Using that link is a direct way to support the podcast, so even if you're only curious, take a minute to look. Ask Kati Anything ep. 327 | Your mental health podcast, with Kati Morton, LMFT MY BOOKS Why Do I Keep Doing This? https://geni.us/XoyLSQ Traumatized https://geni.us/Bfak0j Are u ok? https://geni.us/sva4iUY ONLINE THERAPY If you're looking for a therapist, BetterHelp can connect you with a licensed online professional: https://betterhelp.com/kati (enjoy 10% off your first month) This is an affiliate link, which means a portion of your signup helps support the podcast at no extra cost to you. PARTNERSHIPS Nick Freeman | nick@biglittlemedia.co Disclaimer The information provided in this video is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or mental health advice. It should not be used to diagnose or treat any health problem or disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment. Viewing this content does not establish a therapist-client relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A medical student offered a professor $1,000 to write their residency essay, and the reason why was not laziness. In this episode, Kathleen Muldoon, a certified coach and medical education professor, shares what she learned when she sat that student down for an honest conversation. You will hear why so many students freeze on the personal statement, why the fear is less about writing and more about who they think they are allowed to be on the page, and how this connects to a kind of burnout that looks less like exhaustion and more like identity erosion. You will also hear why AI cannot solve this, since it blends every applicant into the same voice, and what Muldoon does instead to help students find their own story. This episode is based on her article "The residency personal statement is an identity problem," published on KevinMD. Press play to hear why the essay that decides so many residency spots is really a question about identity, and what students can do about it. Partner with me on the KevinMD platform. With over three million monthly readers and half a million social media followers, I give you direct access to the doctors and patients who matter most. Whether you need a sponsored article, email campaign, video interview, or a spot right here on the podcast, I offer the trusted space your brand deserves to be heard. Let's work together to tell your story. PARTNER WITH KEVINMD → https://kevinmd.com/influencer SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast

Ashley opens today by unpacking the title itself — born out of a season of receiving more than she knows what to do with, and the slow work of learning to work with it differently. It's uncomfortable to go slow but also so important.  Recorded just after the eclipse, she leads a Line Activation for this moment, then leaves listeners with a single question to sit with far longer than it takes to ask: How do you want to live? Not in the abstract — look at it area by area. Your family, if you have kids. Your relationship. Your friendships. Your alone time. Your work. Are you happy living the way you're actually living? These are easy questions to wave off. This episode is an invitation to go deeper instead. She shares a little of where she's at right now, too, before a gentle sign-off until September. She may take a couple of weeks away — unless something important comes through sooner — but either way, she'll be back for Akashic guidance. ------- use PODCAST for 15% off first month in guided the middle space on substack  ask ashley a question here (a voicenote for a podcast feature) join ashley's akashic session waitlist  receive a free 'regulate' line activation subscribe to our newsletter download the a line within app for iOS download the a line within app for android how to do the line activation follow on instagram @alnwithin 

From a marriage she knew was ending long before she admitted it to a 48-hour move from Silicon Valley to New York, Amber Rae and I talk about why some of us stay too long while others leap too fast. If you've ever wondered whether you're honoring your instincts or just avoiding discomfort, this conversation is for you. You'll discover: The question that reveals whether you're staying from love, fear, growth, or guilt The surprising way a “safe” relationship can fuel creativity, risk-taking, and reinvention How voicing sexual fear, shame, and insecurity can become the beginning of real intimacy Amber also gets candid about control, body image, Adderall, eating disorders, and the shift from chasing outward approval to choosing what actually feels good. We unpack people pleasing, direct communication, friendship dynamics, and learning to tolerate the discomfort of disappointing others when you stop abandoning yourself. If you feel stuck between knowing and doing, keep outgrowing old patterns but hesitate to make the leap, or find yourself looking for help figuring out what you already know deep down, listen up. Amber left me with a simple but powerful challenge: face the hard truths you've been avoiding, and freedom is often on the other side. SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: Follow Amber on Instagram @heyamberrae Learn more about Amber Rae here | Feelings Journal Sign up for Amber's Newsletter Katie's Substack | Instagram: @letitouttt + @katiedalebout | Zine shop Katie's Creative Clinic If you liked this episode, try this one from the archive: Episode 477: Erin Claire Jones on Decision Making in Career & Relationships & How Human Design Can Help

A "church" in Texas endorsed pro-baby-killing James Talarico for Senate. Why does it seem that certain kinds of "churches" have no hesitation ot get involved with politics, but others remain silent? Maybe we should change that.

Donald Trump was smuggled off a Turkish tarmac in a catering truck while his press corps and Cabinet flew home as decoys. Steve Schmidt breaks down Trump's total humiliation and how his cowardice will define his failed presidency. Today's Merch: The American Nerohttps://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/the-american-nero-hoodie SUBSCRIBE for more and follow me here:Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribeStore: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningsesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSESSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The real fear isn't about what a stranger is going to think... It's whether the people who are closest to you, whose opinion matter the most, disagree with your decisions.Was this helpful? If so then you need to check out the 7 Fundamentals Of Self Improvement which features short summaries of the most popular and impactful episodes from the past 8 years.Takes only 5 minutes to read through them today but it'll help you avoid years of making things so much harder than they need to be. Plus, I bet you'll be surprised to learn what they are...

A "church" in Texas endorsed pro-baby-killing James Talarico for Senate. Why does it seem that certain kinds of "churches" have no hesitation ot get involved with politics, but others remain silent? Maybe we should change that.

2 Timothy 1:1-7 (ESV)Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss the kind of spirit we Christians are given in Christ.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/2026/08/12/2-timothy-21-a-spirit-of-power-love-and-self-control/The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

What if I could tell you the truth about your fitness journey without worrying about hurting your feelings? Well... that's exactly what I'm doing in this episode. I'm getting real about the things I sometimes want to say to my clients but don't always say out loud. We're talking about self-accountability, constantly switching your wellness strategy because of something you saw on Instagram, the role nutrition plays in your results, how your home environment can either support or sabotage your goals, and the reality that the work your personal trainer does goes far beyond the 45 minutes you spend together. But this isn't a "tough love" lecture. Because I know this stuff isn't always easy. I know workouts can be hard. I know healthy eating can get boring. I know stress can make comfort food feel like the best idea in the world. I know sometimes your brain won't shut off at night. And I know life can get in the way of even the best intentions. I know because I've experienced these things too. So this episode is about finding that balance between accountability and grace. I'm going to challenge you to take ownership of the choices you're making while also reminding you that you don't have to be perfect to make progress. Your trainer can't do the work for you. But the right trainer can help you understand what you're capable of, support you when things get hard, and remind you to keep going when you're tempted to quit. If you've been looking for another plan, another reset, or another Monday to start over, this might be the reality check you need. And yes... I'm saying all of it with love.

What happens when your vision is bigger than your current reality?This episode explores the sacred intersection of faith, money, business, boundaries, family, and personal responsibility. If you're building something, trying to become debt-free, making a difficult decision, or learning to stop carrying everyone else's burdens, this conversation is for you.The message is simple: trust Divine Intelligence while taking responsibility for the actions that belong to you.Stay Connected with VivaLife SPF ME If this episode resonated with you, please like, share, and follow the VivaLife SPF ME Podcast on Spotify, Amazon, and Google Podcasts to help us spread the message of healing, empowerment, and intentional living.Subscribe to our YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@vivalifespfmeJoin our communityGet access to our mailing list, upcoming events, and transformational experiences:https://drkellyomd.com/join-our-newsletterBook Dr. Kelly O., MD for your next event or speaking engagement:https://drkellyomd.com/book-for-an-eventPurchase your VivaLife SPF ME Journalhttps://vivalifespfme.com/vivalife-spfme-product-details/product/67ef31d160ab281de2e01b05Shop “We Can't Be Erased” MerchandiseT-shirts & hats that speak truth and strength:https://vivalifespfme.com/vivalife-spfme-product-details/product/67da338b44eafa3985031064/#Affirmation #365DaysofAffirmation #VivaLifeSPFMEPodcast #VivaLifeSPFME #DrKellyOMD

Today Alyson and I talk about why so many guys feel powerful at work but ultimately feel like a wet noodle when they get home. We explore why someone else's emotions have us give up our power, the reason this is a cancer to any relationship, and why any change is going to depend more on you than her.   https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2026/08/afraid-of-her-emotions   COACHING   → To learn more about coaching with Tripp Lanier visit https://TrippLanier.com → To learn more about working with Alyson Lanier visit https://AlysonLanier.com   BOOK   → We live in a world with more possibilities than ever before. So why do most men settle for lackluster, cookie-cutter lives that leave them feeling stuck, drained, and uninspired? “This Book Will Make You Dangerous” is a guide for the rare, few men who refuse to sleepwalk through life. → Visit https://TrippLanier.com/book

Are you a senior corporate leader or high-performing director relying on your company's learning and development budget to dictate your personal growth and future security?   In this empowering solo episode, host Billy Keels reacts to a powerful life lesson from fellow podcaster Chris Williamson: no one is coming to save you. Billy pulls back the curtain on why market-leading multinationals constantly put their money where their mouth is—investing massive financial resources into technical skills, soft skills, and elite methodologies like MEDDIC or Challenger Sales to fuel their corporate organism. Discover why you must break the habit of putting yourself last, treat your personal transition as your own business line item, and aggressively invest your own time, effort, and capital into guided frameworks that unlock a predictable pathway to optionality while you continue to excel at your 9-to-5.  

Does your onboarding process leave new hires feeling lost, disengaged, or too nervous to ask critical questions? It's time to transform how you welcome new team members and set the stage for their long-term success! In the latest episode, I dive into the questions new hires are afraid to ask, and more importantly, how you can create a world-class onboarding experience that attracts, retains, and grows your team.

The record backs the frustration. Roe was never codified when Democrats had the chance. Medicare for All has been a talking point for 25 years. The federal minimum wage is still 7.25 an hour, under 15,000 dollars a year. Six or seven Democrats reliably cross over on defense authorization and funding bills, and then Chuck Schumer writes a letter. Nicolle Wallace made the point that stuck with Hawk: elected Democrats have spent decades treating their base as captive, because that base will never vote Republican. Then there is Hasan Piker, quoted out of context and never named on air. Hawk's standing dare to Morning Joe, Jake Tapper, and Dana Bash is to book him and have the argument directly. SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk - Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkeyewhackamole - Connect on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/mdg650hawk.bsky.social - Connect on Substack: https://mdg650hawk.substack.com - Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hawkpodcasts - Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdg650hawk - Connect on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mdg650hawk ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Content Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts- Listen to Hawk Podcasts On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTB

Does bedtime feel like an emotional rollercoaster because your child is afraid to sleep alone? I know how exhausting that can be.

Welcome to Diabetes Confessions — a brand new series where we get honest about the decisions we've made in diabetes that we're not proud of.For years, I've coached people through the daily complexities of Type 1 diabetes. I've talked about trust, dosing strategy, pre-bolusing, exercise, nutrition strategies, and building habits that stick. What I haven't talked about - until now - is how many of those same things I've got completely wrong myself.Episode one starts with something that hits close to home for almost every person who has ever taken insulin. Not taking enough of it. Not because I forgot. Not because I miscalculated. But because I was afraid. Afraid of going low. Afraid of the crash. Afraid of what happens when the insulin works too well.For a long stretch of my diabetes life, I chronically under-dosed my meals and spent the next two to three hours chasing high blood sugars and riding a rollercoaster that never had to be that bad. I walk through exactly what was happening, why fear and lack of confidence kept me stuck, and the mindset shift that finally changed my life.This one isn't clinical. It isn't a framework. It's just me being real and it might be exactly what you need to hear.

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Every new school year brings change, uncertainty, and fresh challenges. For many children, those changes trigger anxiety long before the first bell rings. When worry shows up, most adults naturally try to make it disappear. They offer reassurance, lower expectations, or remove the source of distress. Those responses feel loving in the moment, yet they can quietly strengthen anxiety over time.In this episode of Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline explains why the anxious brain reacts so strongly to the return to school and why accommodation often keeps anxiety alive. You'll learn what happens inside the brain when uncertainty feels dangerous, why reassurance rarely builds confidence, and how small changes in adult responses can help children develop lasting coping skills.Dr. Caroline introduces the VRI approach, and explains how to support children through emotional storms while maintaining calm, consistent boundaries. She also discusses extinction bursts, school avoidance, and practical ways to reduce accommodations without damaging connection or trust.If you're preparing for the new school year and want to help children build confidence rather than dependence, this episode offers practical strategies you can start using today.In this episode you'll learn:• Why back to school is one of the biggest anxiety triggers for children• How the amygdala and prefrontal cortex influence anxious behaviour• Why reassurance and accommodation can unintentionally reinforce anxiety• What extinction bursts are and why they happen• How to use the VRI communication strategy during emotional moments• Simple ways to encourage independence while supporting emotional regulationHomework IdeasDr. Caroline leaves listeners with practical actions they can begin immediately.1. Track Your AccommodationsSpend one week noticing every time you change your behaviour to reduce a child's anxiety or discomfort.Examples include:answering repeated reassurance questionscompleting tasks they could do independentlychanging family routines to avoid distressallowing avoidance of feared situationsstepping in too quickly to solve problems2. Practise the VRI StrategyUse VRI during anxious moments.Validate"I know this feels really hard."RemindCalmly restate the expectation and express confidence."I know you can handle this."IgnoreDo not engage in anxiety-driven bargaining, arguing, or repeated reassurance after you've communicated your message.3. Replace ReassuranceNotice how often you say, "You'll be fine."Instead, practise saying, "I know this feels scary AND I know you can handle it."4. Look for Independence OpportunitiesAsk yourself, "What am I doing today that my child is capable of doing themselves?"Build independence one small task at a time.5. Hold One Boundary ConsistentlyChoose one accommodation to reduce and stay consistent. Expect anxiety to protest before it improvesEnjoying the show? Help out by rating this podcast on Apple to help others get access to this information too! apple.co/3ysFijh Follow Dr. Caroline YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.carolinebuzankoIG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.carolinebuzanko/ LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/dr-caroline-buzankoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrCarolineBuzanko/Website: https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/Resources: https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/resources/articles-child-resilience-well-being-psychology/ Business inquiries: https://korupsychology.ca/contact-us/Want to learn more about helping kids strengthen their emotion regulation skills and problem-solving brains while boosting their confidence, independence, and resilience? Check out my many training opportunities! https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/upcoming-events/

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You've been saying you need more clarity. You've been waiting for one more sign. But what if the real issue isn't confusion at all? If you're searching for "afraid to follow my calling" or "confused about God's calling for my business," this episode  directly answers that question. In this episode, I reveal one of the most common lies Christian women believe about their calling; that they don't know what it is, when in reality, they do know. They're just afraid. Here I walk you through the 3 Signs You're Afraid, Not Confused: continuing to research instead of deciding, feeling peace about the idea but dread about the action, and waiting for a sign that God has already given. I then name the three fears underneath the stalling; fear of wasting time, fear of being seen, and fear of not being enough and explain how Scripture addresses each one directly. This episode is anchored in 2 Timothy 1:7, Joshua 1:9, and Jeremiah 1:6-8, each demonstrating that called people in Scripture were afraid people who moved anyway. The courage came through the obedience, not before it. I close this episode with a four-step action plan including a word-for-word prayer and one small obedient action to take today. If any of these sound like you,  feeling stuck in "waiting for clarity," an entrepreneur who keeps researching instead of launching, faith-based business owner that knows God's calling  but paralyzed by fear, or anyone asking God for a sign He's already given, please tune in now!   I pray this episode is the nudge you needed.    Ready to Make Consistent Income From a Podcast?   Join my 5-Day Profitable Podcast Bootcamp! I'll show you how to create a podcast that makes steady income on autopilot, without relying on social media. Get the clarity, strategy, and tools you need to make consistent income with your podcast!    

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Fear of making mistakes in sports can cause athletes to play scared, hesitate, and lose confidence. In this episode, I explain why athletes become afraid of mistakes and share 4 practical ways you can help your athlete build confidence, respond better to mistakes, and compete more freely. If your athlete struggles with fear of failure, perfectionism, or performance anxiety, this approach can make a huge difference. If you'd like my help working with your athlete one-on-one, click the link below to learn more.Work with me!

August 9, 2026 If you are doing what God wants you to be doing, then you can have the confidence that he will take you through the storms of life. Then fear not. Fix your eyes upon Jesus. Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Most people will tell you they are afraid of change.They say it with certainty. They say it as though the explanation is obvious. Human beings like familiarity. They like routine. They like knowing what tomorrow will look like. Change introduces uncertainty, uncertainty creates discomfort, and discomfort creates resistance. The logic seems straightforward enough that most people never question it.But what if that explanation is incomplete?What if change itself is not the thing we fear?What if the real fear lives somewhere beneath the change?Because when you look closely at the moments in life that affect people most deeply, the discomfort rarely comes from the new thing arriving. More often, it comes from the old thing leaving.The promotion is exciting.Leaving behind the version of yourself that existed before it is harder.The new relationship is exciting.Letting go of the emotional world that existed before it is harder.Moving to a new city is exciting.Leaving familiar streets, familiar faces, familiar routines behind is harder.Healing is exciting.

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When you're dealing with fear, how can you pray? And what should you say? Each week, we share engaging, expository messages and verse-by-verse Bible teaching from Lead Pastor David Sorn and other trusted guest speakers. These messages are rooted in Scripture and designed to help you understand God's Word in context and live it out with clarity and purpose. Whether you're exploring faith or growing in it, we pray they inspire and equip you to follow Jesus.

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The Redeemed of God Jonathan Parnell Download Psalm 107,Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!2 Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, whom he has redeemed from trouble3 and gathered in from the lands, from the east and from the west, from the north and from the south.4 Some wandered in desert wastes, finding no way to a city to dwell in;5 hungry and thirsty, their soul fainted within them.6 Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them from their distress.7 He led them by a straight way till they reached a city to dwell in.8 Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man!9 For he satisfies the longing soul, and the hungry soul he fills with good things.10 Some satin darkness and in the shadow of death, prisoners in affliction and in irons,11 for they had rebelled against the words of God, and spurned the counsel of the Most High.12 So he bowed their hearts down with hard labor; they fell down, with none to help.13 Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them from their distress.14 He brought them out of darkness and the shadow of death, and burst their bonds apart.15 Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man!16 For he shatters the doors of bronze and cuts in two the bars of iron.17 Some were fools through their sinful ways, and because of their iniquities suffered affliction;18 they loathed any kind of food, and they drew nearto the gates of death.19 Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them from their distress.20 He sent out his word and healed them, and delivered them from their destruction.21 Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man!22 And let them offer sacrifices of thanksgiving, and tell of his deeds in songs of joy!23 Some went down to the sea in ships, doing business on the great waters;24 they saw the deeds of the Lord, his wondrous works in the deep.25 For hecommanded and raised the stormy wind, which lifted up the waves of the sea.26 They mounted up to heaven; they went down to the depths; their courage melted awayin their evil plight;27 they reeled and staggered like drunken men and were at their wits' end.28 Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them from their distress.29 He made the storm be still, and the waves of the sea were hushed.30 Then they were glad that the waters were quiet, and he brought them to their desired haven.31 Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man!32 Let them extol him in the congregation of the people, and praise him in the assembly of the elders.33 He turnsrivers into a desert, springs of water into thirsty ground,34 a fruitful land into a salty waste, because of the evil of its inhabitants.35 He turns a desert into pools of water, a parched land into springs of water.36 And there he lets the hungry dwell, and they establish a city to live in;37 they sow fields and plant vineyards and get a fruitful yield.38 By his blessing they multiply greatly, and he does not let their livestock diminish.39 When they are diminished and brought low through oppression, evil, and sorrow,40 he pours contempt on princes and makes them wander in trackless wastes;41 but he raises up the needy out of affliction and makes their families like flocks.42 The upright see it and are glad, and all wickedness shuts its mouth.43 Whoever is wise, let him attend to these things; let them consider the steadfast love of the Lord.And we just heard verse 43. Now we want to do exactly what it says… This morning, by the grace of God, we're gonna be wise and we're gonna “attend to these things.”There are three central truths in Psalm 107 that we need to see. The first is this:1. The redeemed of God come from everywhere.This is verses 1–3. The psalmist is commanding the people of God to praise him. And notice in verse 2 that he calls the people of God “the redeemed of the Lord.” And that word “redeemed” is another way to say to be saved. It means to be claimed as one's own and brought back into safety at a cost to the redeemer. That's true for the people of God! We are who we are, first and foremost, because God has taken it upon himself to rescue us. We've been saved. Then verses 2 and 3 tell us more: We've been redeemed from trouble and gathered in from lands east, west, north, and south. I read this verse to the kids the other night and asked what it means if something is from east, west, north, and south — and John Owen said right away: It means from everywhere.That's exactly right. These are the four corners of the earth. It means everywhere— fromevery direction.And from the start in Psalm 107 this means two things are happening: this is an answer to prayer and it's a sign of hope. Thinking CanonicallyThis is an answer to prayer because of the immediate context. Last week, Psalm 106 closed with this prayer in verse 47: “Save us, O Lord our God, and gather us from among the nations, that we may give thanks to your holy name and glory in your praise.”This week Psalm 107 opens in thanks and praise to God because he has answered that prayer. The people of God had been scattered, but now God is starting to do what looked like the new exodus. This is where we see the sign of hope … For this part, we gotta zoom out from the Book of Psalms and remember the whole storyline of Scripture and the history behind this: The Book of Psalms was shaped into its final form within the historical context of Israel's captivity in Babylon. The people of God were in exile, longing for the Messiah to rescue them. They longed for the restored kingdom the prophets foretold. And in 538 BC, Cyrus king of Persia allowed Jewish exiles to return to their homeland. Eventually the temple was rebuiltand the walls of Jerusalem were restored (we read about this in Ezra and Nehemiah). That's the historical situation behind Psalm 107. It was a foretaste of the hope to come, but it was still a far cry from the new and greater exodus envisioned by the Old Testament prophets … that's because:The nations are not yet streaming to Zion. The earth is not yet full of the knowledge of the Lord.The wolf is not yet hanging out with the lamb. Jerusalem was not yet new — it wasn't even what it used to be. That's why Psalm 107 is mainly a pointer. It's a signpost looking beyond itself. The real hope is that one day — quote: “people will come from east and west, and from north and south, and recline at the table in the kingdom of God” — that's a direct quote from Jesus in Luke 13:29.Jesus affirms this Old Testament hope. One day the redeemed of God will come from everywhere, and every direction. And that's the church that Jesus is building now. Ever since Acts Chapter 2, Christians are from all over the world.Worthy of Global GloryAnd this is really important. It's one of the most glorious things about our faith. It's why Christianity has been called a missionary faith. And it's unique to us. Christianity is not like Islam. Islam is a coercive religion that imposes itself on other cultures. The goal of Islam is not to seek the good of a city, but the goal is conquest. Takeover. It destroys what was there before and tries to do something different. But see, the gospel is able to enter any kind of culture on this planet with both challenge and affirmation … There are parts of every culture that the word of God challenges — it says: “This is out of step with God's design. Change it.” And there are also parts of every culture that the word of God affirms — it says: “This echoes something good in God's design. Redeem it.”It's always both, which is why expressions of the church can look so different all around the world, and the Bible can be translated in any language — it's beautiful! The gospel never requires someone to become culturally Jewish or Roman or American. Jesus makes one people from every people. Because he is worthy of global glory. … That's where we're headed. This Old Testament hope, and what Jesus taught, one day is gonna be a “great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages” and we will all gather around the throne of the Lamb and we will praise him together (see Revelation 7:9).The redeemed of God come from everywhere. That's the first truth to see. Here's the second:2. The redeemed of God are rescued from every trouble.Now notice the word “trouble” in verse 2. The redeemed of the Lord (from all over the world) are redeemed from trouble.And then that trouble is explained in verses 4–23 as four different kinds of trouble. We can put it in four categories: God redeems his people from being … Lost, Trapped, Defeated, and Afraid.Now, look, I don't think these four categories are exhaustive or exclusive. You can be in other kinds of trouble, and you can be in all these kinds of trouble.But what I do know for sure is that all of us have been in some kind of trouble. And some of us are still there. … and if that's you, you're at the right place this morning. Now I'm going to read each kind of trouble to you, but remember this is poetic — it's not gonna describe every detail of your story, but it's gonna make sense to you.First, the trouble of being lost.We see two in verse 4:“Some wandered in desert wastes, finding no way to a city to dwell in; hungry and thirsty, their soul fainted within them.”Again, most likely none of you have literally wandered around in a desert … but you know what it's like to wander around in a desert. You know what it means to be lost. You're looking for a place to land, for a place to call home, for a place to plant your tree. But everything around you is just flat and dry, and there's nowhere to even sit. So you just keep wandering.This reminds me of earlier this summer. Y'all know I love summer, and I watched a lot of youth sports this summer, but there was one field we were at … flat ground as far as the eye could see, synthetic turf surrounded by concrete surrounded by asphalt surrounded by lava — that's what it felt like. There was no shade at all. The sun was just bearing down. And it was kinda funny to watch, because the parents and spectators would get there, and everyone is trying to figure out where to sit, everyone is wandering around holding their chair, but it's all the same: It's either scorching hot or scorching hot. Like a desert.And in a desert it doesn't take long before you're drained. Your soul gets hungry and thirsty and starts to faint. This the trouble of being lost. Second, the trouble of being trapped. We see this is verse 10:“Some sat in darkness and in the shadow of death, prisoners in affliction and in irons …”Let me stop here for a minute to make sure you get the picture: This kind of trouble is not being lost, it's being stuck. There's a seat in this trouble, but it's a seat in darkness. It's the shadow of death. And you're imprisoned there. You can't get out. And when you try, you realize that you brought this whole thing upon yourself. The psalmist tells us in verse 11:“for they had rebelled against the words of God, and spurned the counsel of the Most High. So he bowed their hearts down with hard labor; they fell down, with none to help.”Sometimes we choose our trouble. That's what this is. We enslave ourselves to sin, and we can't escape. It's this cycle of a slow downward spiral. We've been there. The trouble of being trapped.Third, the trouble of being defeated.This is verse 17:“Some were fools through their sinful ways, and because of their iniquities suffered affliction; they loathed any kind of food, and they drew near to the gates of death.”I want you to see here the resignation. They're defeated. They've quit. The word for “fools” in verse 17 is one that shows up a lot in the Book of Proverbs. It means “culpable stupidity.” It's the recognition that “Yes, I brought this trouble on myself” but then it's just an implosion. You're beat. You're done. You give up. Think about this as cynicism to the extreme. It is the so-called ‘respectable sin' of our times. You're just grumpy about everything. Despairing. Nothing is ever good enough. You loathe any kind of food. The trouble of being defeated.Fourth, the trouble of being afraid. This is verse 22, and it's a longer description. … it's a picture of being in the middle of a storm at sea … huge waves are rising up around you … and we read in verse 26: “their courage melted away in their evil plight; they reeled and staggered like drunken men and were at their wits' end.”Now one of my favorite commentators said something about this verse that struck me. I want to read it to you. Listen to this. He said:Given the wider biblical resonances of the sea and the deep, it is reasonable to suppose that we are to feel here the terror not just of a literal storm at sea but of the forces of wickedness and chaos in the nations that afflict the church of God. (Ash, 124)Try this metaphor: Cities Church, we are in a ship (and it's not a cruise ship — it's a lifeboat) — and we are surrounded by a storm at sea. The wind and waves are raging around us. That's the image.One thing that helps us with this image is that this sanctuary is properly called a nave. That's what this room is. It's the “nave” — which is the Latin word for ship. These wooden beams were built to replicate an old boat. We're in an ark, and we're passing through the storm of this world, and we're trying to get as many people as we can in the ark with us. But right now the storm is bad.And bad storms cause fear. That makes sense. Some of us are at our wit's end. That makes sense too. Both makes sense when you're in a storm, because a storm is something we can't control. This reminds me of a moment when Earnest Shackleton and his team were attempting to cross the Drake Passage. (If you're not familiar with Shackleton, you will be, I'm gonna talk a lot about him for a while.) The Drake Passage is the most dangerous body of water in the world, between the southern tip of South America and Antarctica. It's common for there to be 50-foot waves.The year was 1916, and Shackleton, along with five other men, were trying to make this voyage in a 26-foot sailboat … because it was the best they had. They almost died several times. They kept having to break off the ice that was starting to cover the boat. But all they could really do was hoist the sails and hold on … they needed the right wind. Which was not up to them. And I get that. But the good news for us is that we know who controls the wind. And therefore, in our storm, we do what the redeemed of God have always done when they're in trouble: we cry out to God! This is the refrain we underlined earlier, in verse 6, verse 13, verse 19, verse 28. It's repeated four times: “Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them from their distress.”The pattern in this psalm is trouble, prayer, deliverance.Trouble, prayer, deliverance. Trouble, prayer, deliverance. Trouble, prayer, deliverance. And it's deliverance for what? What do we want deliverance for?Is it to be comfortable? This is where we need to think hard and be honest. Churches that are compromised by a love for comfort prefer to be in situations where God doesn't need to be God. Sometimes, if we're honest, many Christians want to be in a place where Jesus doesn't have to be real. Now, what's amazing about this room is that you're here. You're in the boat. And I know it's not easy. I'm preaching to the choir here, as they say. But we're gonna be able to stay in this boat together and make it through as long as Jesus is in the boat with us. And he is. And he will bring us through the storm. And not just the storm of present opposition, but the storm that is the journey through this world. Look what he can do in verses 33–42! We're pilgrims, y'all. Our home is that better country, that lasting city. And Jesus will lead us there … rescued from every trouble. Finally, here's the third truth to see:3. The redeemed of God respond with grateful praise. This is what we do because God is God, because Jesus is real: “Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man!”This refrain is verse 8, verse 15, verse 21, verse 31. And it's no surprise to us. If our experience is trouble, prayer, deliverance, then of course, our response is grateful praise.Trouble, prayer, deliverance, praise.And this grateful praise is not simply an action we do every now and then, but it is a way of life. Everyday we live grateful to God because we're saved! We are forgiven for all our sin! We are free from the power of Satan! Heaven is our home! God is our treasure!Some of you may know Steve Treichler.He's the senior pastor at Hope Community Church in Minneapolis. He's been there for like 100 years, and one thing I love about Steve is that he knows he's been saved. It's just fresh on his heart. Thinking about this sermon, I sent him a text yesterday and asked him: Steve, what's the secret? How do you keep that reality so fresh?He texted me back, and I gotta tell you what he said. He said — and I quote:“If I've got one spiritual gift it's that I remember where I came from. I remember what it was like to not know the Lord, to be lost, to be terribly afraid and without purpose.”And then he said: he remembers how the gospel came into his life and changed everything. He was lost, now he's found. Me too. Us too.Trapped, but now we're free. Defeated, but now we're saved. Afraid, now we're secure. And we can say:Through many dangers, toils, and snares,we have already come;Grace has brought us safe thus far,And grace will lead us home.And that's how we come to this Table.The TableWe come to this Table remembering from where Jesus has brought us. And that we have come to him. If you're here this morning and you've put your faith in Jesus, we invite you to eat and drink with us. Let's give Jesus grateful praise.

Jonah 2:1-10, Psalm 29, Matthew 14:22-33

What if your workspace could remind you who you are—and help you become who you want to be? In this episode of Inspiration Nation, Lee Kemp, Ryan Boniface and Jose Noya explore the power of intentional environments, personal affirmations and inspirational quotes. Lee shares the three ideas shaping his new workspace: resilience through success and failure, continuous improvement through repetition, and the courage to challenge convention. The central quote, “Don't be afraid to lean into who you are,” captures the episode's message: confidently embracing your values gives others permission to do the same.From creating motivational “failsafes” to using your surroundings as an anchor during difficult moments, the conversation offers practical insights into personal growth, authenticity, resilience and purposeful living. Like, subscribe and leave a five-star review to help Inspiration Nation reach more people—and share this episode with someone ready to shape an environment that supports their best self. Follow the podcast on X at @ListenToIN and explore more episodes at www.InspirationNation.org.uk.

A man passing through Dawson Creek, B.C. for New Years Eve 2023 disappears. Cole Hosack is the 8th person to go missing from the small town in the past two years. This incident starts getting media attention on this unassuming town – what is going on in Dawson Creek? Why have people, like Cole, Darylyn Supernant, and Renee Didier vanished without a trace? Host Timothy Sawa lands in Dawson Creek to find out what residents know, and talks to the relatives of people who have gone missing.

Tarik Skubal made his first Dodgers start, a loss to the Cubs. Jesse Rogers joins to give his first impressions while also breaking down the White Sox moves at the deadline, Boston's insane win-streak, and George Lombard's impressive debut with the Yankees. Hembo then hops on to give his top teams the Dodgers should be most afraid of. He also tells us why the Padres Big 3 are suddenly clicking, gives perspective on Luis Arraez's impact this season, and how Jeremy Pena is keeping the Astros afloat. We finish with Sarah Langs and a special Orioles-themed Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 Welcome 0:24 Red Sox-White Sox wild game 1:59 Cubs walk-off in extras 3:15 Tarik Skubal's first Dodgers start 8:09 Dodgers more beatable than last year? 9:18 Phillies are Dodgers biggest threat 10:39 Pete Crow-Armstrong is NL MVP favorite 11:50 White Sox Trade Deadline moves 13:10 The key to the Red Sox winning streak 18:06 George Lombard Jr.'s impressive Yankees debut 21:11 Top threats to the Dodgers with Hembo 27:06 Why the Dodgers are still the favorites to win it all 30:09 The Padres Big 3 are finally hitting 33:47 Luis Arraez has returned to All-Star form 38:59 Jeremy Pena has the Astros atop the AL West 41:39 Sarah Langs plays the numbers game 43:01 Bleacher Tweets - Orioles edition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tarik Skubal made his first Dodgers start, a loss to the Cubs. Jesse Rogers joins to give his first impressions while also breaking down the White Sox moves at the deadline, Boston's insane win-streak, and George Lombard's impressive debut with the Yankees. Hembo then hops on to give his top teams the Dodgers should be most afraid of. He also tells us why the Padres Big 3 are suddenly clicking, gives perspective on Luis Arraez's impact this season, and how Jeremy Pena is keeping the Astros afloat. We finish with Sarah Langs and a special Orioles-themed Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 Welcome 0:24 Red Sox-White Sox wild game 1:59 Cubs walk-off in extras 3:15 Tarik Skubal's first Dodgers start 8:09 Dodgers more beatable than last year? 9:18 Phillies are Dodgers biggest threat 10:39 Pete Crow-Armstrong is NL MVP favorite 11:50 White Sox Trade Deadline moves 13:10 The key to the Red Sox winning streak 18:06 George Lombard Jr.'s impressive Yankees debut 21:11 Top threats to the Dodgers with Hembo 27:06 Why the Dodgers are still the favorites to win it all 30:09 The Padres Big 3 are finally hitting 33:47 Luis Arraez has returned to All-Star form 38:59 Jeremy Pena has the Astros atop the AL West 41:39 Sarah Langs plays the numbers game 43:01 Bleacher Tweets - Orioles edition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton talk about one of the most painful realizations a first responder parent can face — the moment they recognize that the person the job has shaped them into is someone their own children have learned to be careful around. This is not about bad parenting. This is not about not loving your kids enough. This is about what years of trauma exposure, chronic stress, hypervigilance, and emotional depletion do to a person — and how those changes land on the children who are watching, absorbing, and adapting to a version of their parent that the job created without anyone's permission.

Send us Fan MailEpisode Summary: Women's Power to Heal Mother EarthSeason 3: The New Earth | Episode 235Host: MayaOverviewIn this episode, Maya addresses the widespread fear, anger, and exhaustion felt during the current global transition. She validates these heavy emotions as natural responses to thousands of years of systemic control and spiritual suppression, calling on listeners to move past rage, reclaim their inherent divine power, and anchor into love to usher in the "New Earth."Key Themes & TakeawaysValidation of Fear and Catharsis: Maya acknowledges that anger and fear are justified reactions to a long history of human exploitation and deception. Earth's extreme weather, seismic shifts, and natural disasters are described as a necessary catharsis—a physical cleansing of accumulated abuse in preparation for a climactic solar event.Spiritual Disconnection and Hijacking: The transcript asserts that humanity's true consciousness and DNA were systematically suppressed by dark forces over 320,000 years, trapping people in a cycle of survival and spiritual amnesia. Despite this, the natural world and humanity's inner essence have preserved a core connection to the "Prime Source."Personal Resilience and Finding Love: Drawing from her personal struggles—including surviving cancer, trauma, and deep loss—Maya shares how overcoming intense pain revealed the enduring presence of unconditional love, which remains accessible when one turns inward away from external distractions.Guided Self-Love Practice: Maya guides listeners through a short visualization exercise: Imagine holding a beloved person, pet, or late loved one and telling them, "I love you." Direct that same affection toward one's own reflection in a mirror to reconnect with self-worth. Rising Above Anger and Refusing Deception: While mourning and anger are natural, staying consumed by rage or seeking revenge plays into the hands of corrupt ruling factions. Maya urges listeners not to fight against the light, but rather to shed old emotional baggage, raise their spiritual frequency, and choose love as their guiding force.Galactic Assistance: Maya mentions that benign benevolent forces ("star families") are present to support Earth's transition into a higher frequency. She advises listeners to disregard mainstream or official narratives designed to instillSupport 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

Palworld just announced an MMO, and their TCG launch is going EXTREMELY well. Card prices are through the roof. Maybe Nintendo was right to be worried about Palworld eating into Pokemon's market share? Maybe the Nintendo fanboys were on to something... Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify. CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://more.clownfishtv.com/ On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTV On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvg On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629 MORE CLOWNFISH TV - Official Merch Store: http://ClownfishMinus.com Facebook - https://facebook.com/ClownfishTV X - https://x.com/ClownfishTVcom Clownfish TV subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ClownfishTVOfficial/ Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #Palworld #Pokemon #Nintendo #Podcast #Commentary #News #Reaction #Gaming #Comedy #Entertainment #Hollywood #PopCulture #Tech #Anime #FYP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The purpose of the Oxford Union debate was to consider the question of whether or not the west had a right to be suspicious of Islam…the crowd voted NO 57-41, but one moment during the debate should have settled the whole thing…if the crowd was being honest.There are big things happening at Blaze, and we'd love for you to join us. You can join now at https://Get.BlazeTV.com/Nick and use promo code “NICK40” to get $40 off!SPONSOR: Ridge WalletRidge is back with their biggest sweepstakes ever, and this year Tony Hawk is the official spokesperson. Two winners will each choose between a Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato, a Hennessey Velociraptor, a custom Ford Bronco, or $100,000 in cash. You can enter for free, every Ridge purchase earns extra entries, and Ridge gear comes with free shipping, a 99-day risk-free trial, and over 100,000 five-star reviews.NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open only to legal residents of the promotion territory who have reached the age of majority in their jurisdiction of residence. Void elsewhere and where prohibited by law. Enter by 9:00 a.m. USPT on 8 September 2026. 2 winners, prizes total ARV: up to approx. $539,165 CAD / £284,170. Skill-testing question required in CA. See Official Rules at ridge.com/pages/rules for complete eligibility, entry instructions, how to enter without a purchase, entry limits, prize details, odds, and restrictions. Sponsor: The Ridge Wallet LLC. #adGet 10% off your entire order and enter Ridge's sweepstakes at https://www.Ridge.com/FREITAS-----Nick's Ugly Mug Coffee is Nick's own coffee, roasted for the people who actually drink it every morning. It comes in a 1-pound bag for everyday brewing and a 5-pound bag for serious coffee drinkers and big families. Order two bags and shipping is free, or grab the 5-pound bag and save over 20 percent. Every bag directly supports Making the Argument.Stock up and get free shipping on two bags at https://www.NicksUglyMugCoffee.com-----GET YOUR MERCH HERE: https://shop.nickjfreitas.com/BECOME A MEMBER OF THE IC: https://NickJFreitas.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickjfreitas/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NickFreitasVATwitter: https://twitter.com/NickJFreitasYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NickjfreitasTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nickjfreitas3.000:00:00 – The Oxford debate on Islam00:06:26 – Whose supporters are actually rioting?00:10:46 – The nun vs. the burka00:14:14 – The elites who never live with the consequences00:21:41 – What Islam actually is00:28:50 – The trap of defining the West as progressivism00:34:51 – The limits of debate and invasion by migration00:42:23 – The prop stunt that proved the whole point00:47:07 – A grim list, and a debate lost before it began00:52:43 – The threat from within: radicals and useful idiots00:55:56 – How does the West actually defend itself?01:01:49 – Who are we in the West?

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Send us Fan MailEver notice how hitting the goal doesn't always bring the peace you expected?Sometimes the bigger the win... the tighter you hold on.If you've worked hard to build a business, a career, or financial stability, you might know the quiet fear that follows. What if I lose it? What if it all disappears? It's exhausting carrying success and anxiety at the same time.In this episode, Carol explores the hidden money stories that don't disappear just because your bank account changes. She unpacks why so many high achievers stay stuck in scarcity even when life looks successful on the outside, and how your brain keeps replaying old patterns because it believes they're protecting you.What if your fear isn't about money at all?What if it's an old story that's been quietly running the show for years?You don't create abundance by gripping tighter.You create it by feeling safe enough to think differently.

Today's Scripture: Luke 11:9–13 What do you do when you believe God is good, but your body still braces when it's time to ask him for help? Today's Scripture speaks to the history beneath our prayers — the early experiences that taught us whether asking was safe, ignored, punished, or met with care. This episode helps you notice the inner flinch, honor the part of you that stopped asking, and begin rebuilding trust with God one small request at a time. You'll learn: *Why asking God for help can feel risky *How early attachment wounds shape what you expect from God *Why what you believe and what you feel can be different systems *How to notice the inner flinch without shaming it *One small way to practice asking God for something real Go Deeper: Pre-order The Secure Soul to learn how your earliest attachments shape what you expect from God — and how to begin repairing those patterns. Connect with Dr. Alison on Instagram: @dralisoncook Join 80,000+ Soul Menders in Dr. Alison's free email community for ongoing reflection and support. While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.‍ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This may be my scariest episode ever!   We've covered non-fiction before, but rarely is the truth more frightening than the stories we tell. This week it just might be… cos Annie Jacobsen is here with Biological War: A Scenario.   It unveils a narrative of speculative reality, in which an engineered pathogen escapes a lab, and runs rampant through our civilisation. Cities fall, millions die, the lights go out.   I dared myself to read it. I dare you to listen to Annie tell us about her research, and the stuff she found that scares the hell out of her.   Enjoy (sort of!)   Other books mentioned: Nuclear War: A Scenario (2024), by Annie Jacobsen “A Modest Proposal” (1729), by Jonathan Swift World War Z (2006), by Max Brooks The Deluge (2023), by Stephen Markley A Brief History of the Earth: Four Billion Years in Eight Chapters (2021), by Andrew H. Knoll   Support Talking Scared on Patreon   Check out the Talking Scared Merch line – at VoidMerch   Come talk books on Threads, Bluesky, and Instagram, or email direct to talkingscaredpod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's Oddcast - Fully Clothed and Extremely Afraid (Airdate 8/3/2026)   The gang imagines competing on Naked and Afraid; Sheri and Heather quickly discovered they're too soft to survive the outdoors.   The Bob & Sheri Oddcast: Everything We Don’t, Can’t, Won’t, and Definitely Shouldn’t Do on the Show!

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God has justified us. There is only future grace in front of us. Satan cannot overturn that decree.

Glenn starts the show by discussing Dr. Anthony Fauci invoking the Fifth Amendment during the Senate Homeland Security Committee hearing, led by Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), when asked about the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic. Glenn rants about Fauci's arrogance and the cover-up being done to keep Fauci from jail. How did Dr. Fauci's private diary entries get released? Glenn explains how Fauci's diaries became public and lists some of the most explosive revelations from them. Glenn asks the ultimate question regarding Fauci and COVID-19: What are they hiding? Glenn discusses the rise of Flock cameras and lays out the good and the bad that come from installing these cameras across the country. Are Flock cameras the beginning of America becoming a surveillance state? Glenn and Jason discuss what we know, if anything, about Iran as the conflict continues to progress. Annie Jacobsen, author of "Biological War: A Scenario," joins to discuss how close we are to biological warfare in light of the recent hearing over COVID-19 and gain-of-function research. Glenn and Annie also discuss how we can end gain-of-function research once and for all.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices