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From combat missions in the F-22 Raptor to more than five months aboard the International Space Station, Lt. Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers '11 has seen it all. SUMMARY In this episode of Long Blue Leadership, Col. Ayers reflects on mentorship, teamwork and building the next generation of warriors and astronauts.   SHARE THIS EPISODE LINKEDIN  |  FACEBOOK     TOP 10 TAKEAWAYS 1. Leadership is fluid: sometimes you lead, sometimes you follow. On Dragon and the ISS, command shifted between Anne McClain and Takuya Onishi. Everyone alternated between being commander and flight engineer, showing that strong teams normalize moving between leading and supporting roles. 2. Team care starts with self‑care. Vapor repeatedly links sleep, rest, hydration, and health to leadership performance. You can't be present for others if you're exhausted or burned out; taking care of yourself is a leadership duty, not a luxury. 3. People first, mission second (to enable mission success). Whether on deployment with 300 personnel or in space with 7, she focuses on taking care of the human—family issues, logistics, burnout, and emotions—trusting that performance and mission execution follow from that. 4. Trust is built long before the crisis. ISS emergency training with all seven crew, plus years of joint training in multiple countries, builds shared understanding and trust. When emergencies happen, the crew isn't figuring each other out for the first time. 5. Quiet, thoughtful leadership can be incredibly powerful. Takuya Onishi's style—observant, calm, speaks only when it matters, and brings thoughtful items for others—shows that you don't need to be loud to command respect. When he spoke, everyone listened. 6. Leadership means being fully present, especially on others' hard days. In both combat and space, you can't “hide” when someone's struggling. Being reachable, attentive, and emotionally available is a core leadership behavior, not a soft add‑on. 7. Normalize mistakes and share lessons learned. From F‑22 sorties to NASA operations, it's expected that you openly admit errors and pass on lessons so others don't repeat them. A culture where “experience is what you get right after you need it” only works if people share that experience. 8. Plan for “seasons” of intensity, not permanent balance. She frames life as seasons: some are sprints (deployments, intense training, big trips); others are for recovery. Wise leaders anticipate these cycles, push hard when needed, then deliberately create room to reset afterward. 9. Model the behavior you want your team to adopt. If the commander is always first in, last out, everyone else feels pressure to match that. By visibly protecting her own rest and home life, she gives permission for others to do the same and avoid burnout. 10. Lean on—and be—a support system. Her twin sister, long‑term friends, and professional peers form a lifelong support network she turns to when she fails, doubts herself, or hits something “insurmountable.” Great leaders both rely on and serve as those trusted people for others.     CHAPTERS 0:00:00 – Introduction & Vapor's Journey (Academy, F‑22, NASA) 0:00:38 – Launch Scrub, Second Attempt & What a Rocket Launch Feels Like 0:03:33 – First Moments in Space, Floating & Seeing Earth (Overview Effect) 0:06:11 – Leadership & Teamwork in Space: Roles, Trust, and Small-Crew Dynamics 0:10:19 – Multinational Crews & Leadership Lessons from Other Cultures 0:14:47 – No‑Notice F‑22 Deployment & Leading a Squadron in Combat 0:18:14 – Managing Burnout: Scheduling, Human Factors & “Crew‑10 Can Do Hard Things” 0:19:46 – Self‑Care as Team Care: Seasons of Life, Rest, and Being Present 0:26:02 – Family, Being an Aunt, and Balancing a Demanding Career 0:28:14 – Life After Space: Mentoring New Astronauts & Evolving as a Leader     ABOUT NICHOLE BIO U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Nichole "Vapor" Ayers is a trailblazing pilot, leader and astronaut whose journey began at the United States Air Force Academy, where she graduated in 2011 with a degree in mathematics. An accomplished F-22 Raptor pilot, Ayers is one of the few women ever to fly the world's most advanced stealth fighter — and she's one of even fewer to command them in formation for combat training missions. Col. Ayers earned her wings through years of training and operational excellence, logging over 200 flight hours in combat and playing a critical role in advancing tactical aviation. Her exceptional performance led to her selection in 2021 by NASA as a member of Astronaut Group 23, an elite class of 10 chosen from among 12,000 applicants. As a NASA astronaut candidate, Col. Ayers completed intensive training at Johnson Space Center, which included spacewalk preparation, robotics, survival training, systems operations and Russian language. Now qualified for spaceflight, she stands on the threshold of a new chapter that led her to the International Space Station. Throughout her career, Col. Ayers has exemplified the Academy's core values of Integrity First, Service Before Self and Excellence in All We Do. Her journey from cadet to combat aviator to astronaut is a testament to resilience, determination and a passion for pushing boundaries.   LEARN MORE ABOUT NICHOLE NASA Astronaut Nichole Ayers   CONNECT WITH THE LONG BLUE LINE PODCAST NETWORK TEAM Ted Robertson | Producer and Editor:  Ted.Robertson@USAFA.org Send your feedback or nominate a guest: socialmedia@usafa.org   Ryan Hall | Director:  Ryan.Hall@USAFA.org  Bryan Grossman | Copy Editor:  Bryan.Grossman@USAFA.org Wyatt Hornsby | Executive Producer:  Wyatt.Hornsby@USAFA.org     ALL PAST LBL EPISODES  |  ALL LBLPN PRODUCTIONS AVAILABLE ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS     FULL TRANSCRIPT SPEAKERS Host: Lt. Col. (Ret.) Naviere Walkewicz '99 Guest: Lt. Col. Nichole "Vapor" Ayers '11   Col. Naviere Walkewicz 0:00 Vapor, welcome to Long Blue Leadership. We are so thrilled you're here. Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 0:11 Thank you. Thanks for having me. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 0:12 Absolutely. So the cadets get to spend some time with you at NCLS. Here the Long Blue Line is going to get to hear from you. And you know, we can actually go through the list. You know, F-22 pilot, USAFA 2011 graduate, you've been in combat, you're a NASA pilot. The list is probably shorter what you haven't done. But, frankly, I'm just excited that you're here on Earth with us, because the last time we spoke, you called me from outer space. Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 0:35 Yeah, that was a lot of fun. That was a lot of chat with you then too. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 0:38 So let's just jump right in. So if we can just kind of catapult you, and let's do it in the way that they that NASA does, into space, maybe starting with the countdown, and then the Gs you take, what is that experience like? And maybe, what are some things you were thinking about in those moments? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 0:53 Oh, yeah. So, you know, we launched on March 14. First attempt was March 12, and we actually scrubbed the first launch. So we got all the way down to T minus 42 minutes right before we armed the launch escape system. So that's kind of a big milestone on the countdown. We were having issues with some hydraulics in the clamp that actually holds on to the rocket wall and then let's go. We weren't quite sure whether it was gonna let go, so they scrubbed the launch then, and it was a fascinating — you don't feel like you've got a ton of adrenaline going, but, you know, you feel kind of like you're in a sim. We do some really phenomenal training. And so when you're sitting on top of the rocket, it feels like you're in a simulator, except it's breathing and living, and the valves are moving, and you can hear the propellant being loaded and all of that. And so there's a very real portion to launch date. But then, coming down off of that adrenaline, we got a day off, thankfully. We could just kind of rest and relax and then go again. So everything went smoother the second try. Of course, you know, everybody's nerves are a little less, and everything was — it just felt calmer the whole way out. But, yeah, when that countdown hits zero, I like to say you're being slingshotted off the Earth. That's how it felt. You know, in that moment, you're going. There's over a million pounds of thrust, and it's going. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 2:10 I mean, that sounds like a lot. I can't really fathom in my mind what that feels like. Can you describe it? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 2:17 You know, so I talked about in an F-22 and an afterburner takeoff, which is the most thrust that we have basically in any airplane on Earth. You know, you get set back in your seat really far. And, if you think of an airliner takeoff, you kind of get set back in your seat a little bit. Multiply that by, like, 10 or 20, and then that happened for nine minutes straight on a rocket. You're just being forcefully set back in your seat for nine minutes straight and just thrown off of the Earth, and in nine minutes, you're in orbit. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 2:49 So when you had your practice, did you experience that level for that long as well? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 2:54 For the simulators? So they can't that. We can't necessarily simulate the Gs in the sim. So that's like the one part that, you know, we go through the whole launch, but you're sitting at one G the whole time, and throughout the launch, you know, the Gs build, then we back off the thrust and the Gs build again, and then you have an engine cut off. And I like to explain, like, if you could visualize, like an old cartoon, and everybody's in the car driving, and Dad slams on the brakes, and everybody hits the windshield. And then he slams on the gas again, and everybody goes back to their seats. Like, that's what it felt like when the engine cut off and, you know, main engine cuts off, and then within a few seconds, the second engine lights, and you're set back in your seat again. So I like to give that visual. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 3:33 That's really helpful, actually. Wow. OK, so you're there, you're in space. And I guess my first question would be, what's something that, in that moment, you're either thinking or you're just, are you still just orienting yourself? What is that like? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 3:45 Oh, man, you know, we're still in the seats for the first few moments in space, and we have to open the nose cone. There's some other things that are happening on the spacecraft, and getting ready for a burn, for a phasing burn, to get up to and catch up with the International Space Station. But, you know, then eventually you get to unbuckle and get out of your seat and floating for the first time. I got out of my seat and I'm floating there. It felt like, you know, Captain Marvel when she's, like, hanging out. Yeah, that's, that's how I felt. And, you know, I like to give the visual, because it's like, it's just nothing you've ever experienced in your life, you know. And then you look out the window and the view is something, it's indescribable. You know, I don't think we have the right words in the English language to describe what it feels like to look back at Earth from space. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 4:35 Was there a moment when you're looking out at Earth — did you kind of play back just different things in your life? Did you think about, you know, significance of things, or, like, scope of things, or even just the vantage point? Did it kind of just change things or were you just in awe at the moment? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 4:49 No, I think, you know, we talked about the overview effect, when astronauts specifically look back at Earth, and it hits everybody kind of differently. And for me, I think the biggest thing you know, when you look at a map of the states or a map of the world, you know, every country is a different color, or every state's a different color, and there are lines that describe the borders, right? And those don't exist in in space. Those don't exist like when you can't see different colored states, right? But you can see the Grand Canyon, and you can see the mountains, and you can see the Amazon, and you can see the desert in Africa. And you get to, you know, you get to learn the world geography by colors and terrain. And it's just a really good reminder that, you know, we're all humans, and we're all on this little fragile marble, just trying to take care of each other and trying to take care of Earth. And so I think that's what hit me the most, was just there are no borders, and we're all the same. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 5:44 Gosh, well, it's a unique and probably highly impressive team that you're with. I mean, we know the road to get to becoming a NASA astronaut is certainly one that is very difficult. Starts from many, many, in the 1000s, down to 10. And so, you know, when we think about leadership, and I've heard you share this before with others, you talk about teamwork and leadership, maybe explain a little bit what that's like in space when you're all so highly effective leaders. You know, what does that look like? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 6:12 That's a great question. You know, I think for us, it is a very fluid movement, right? You lead one day; you follow the next. And you know, I'll give you an example. So Anne McClain was the commander of SpaceX Crew-10 for NASA. So she was in charge of Crew-10 is our ride up to the space station, and our ride home, right? It's the capsule, the rocket and the capsule. And then we were on Expedition 73 aboard the International Space Station, where Takuya, who it was, Takuya Onishi, who was our mission specialist on Dragon, soon as we crossed into the hatch and he took command. He is now the commander of the Space Station, and Anne and I are flight engineers, and so it's a pretty fluid movement in terms of leading and following. But ultimately, you know, it's just about being a good team and taking care of each other. And I think that being a good leader is taking care of other people. And, you know, we talk about team care — self-care, and team care are like the huge parts that we actually train and learn about at NASA as we go through our training, because you're on this really small space in the vacuum of space for five-plus months at a time, and it's — there are only seven people up there and everybody's going to have a bad day. We're all humans, and you can't, there's no hiding.   Col. Naviere Walkewicz 7:30 What's a bad day like in space?   Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 7:32 People make mistakes, right? We're all human. You might make a mistake on something, you might mess up a procedure. You hope that it's not something that causes a safety incident, right? The main goal for me, at least, was, I know I'm going to make mistakes. As long as I'm not unsafe, I'll be happy. And I think that a lot of us have that conscious decision-making process. But I think that we're also humans and have Earth lives, and your Earth life doesn't stop when you go to space. And so bad days could be something going on at home. Bad days could be something going on in space. Could be an interaction that you had with somebody on the ground that, you know, there's a lot of communication that happens between us on the ground. There are thousands of humans on the Earth that keep the Space Station running. So that day could be anything but it's tough to hide up there. Here, you can kind of like, duck and cover and maybe you just spend the day in an office. But it doesn't happen up there. We have to continue to work and continue to function. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 8:32 So you mentioned that there are seven of you in this tight space. Now, when you go up there, your crew, is it the same seven?   Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 8:38 For the majority of the time. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 8:42 OK, excellent. So one of the things we think about whenever we're leading or we're working with teams is trust, and obviously you have a great amount of trust with the crew that you're going up there with. But then you mentioned you went on to the ISS and you're working with others. What does that look like when it's someone maybe you haven't worked as closely with in a really important mission? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 9:03 So for the seven expedition members, we actually do train together for a little bit of it, not nearly as closely as, you know, the four of us training for Dragon mission. But because the most dynamic parts are launch and landing, we do a lot of training together, just as the four of us, but we train all over the world. So we go to Japan and Germany and Canada, and we go to, you know, Hawthorne, California, and we go to Russia, and we train with them, and we learn about the Russian segment, and we train with our fellow cosmonauts there. And we do emergency training specifically all together, because it takes all seven of us in an emergency doing the right thing and knowing everybody's roles. And so we train that together as well. And then anytime you're in the same country or same city together, then you get to spend the time outside of the training to get to know each other. And so you actually know your crew fairly well. But obviously, everybody's from a different nation. And we had Americans, we had a Japanese astronaut, we had Russians, so you learn everybody's culture, and it's actually, you know, to your point on being in that small — and not necessarily knowing everybody. There's also a cultural aspect; we get to know each other. We get to learn about other people's cultures and figure out how to communicate and live and work, even across the whole world. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 10:19 What was something that you learned from another culture of astronaut, maybe in the leadership realm, or just something that you took away, that's really something that surprised me, or like to emulate? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 10:30 I love Taku's leadership style. So Takuya Onishi — he's one of those more quiet humans, and he's super kind, but he is the most intelligent human I've ever met, and he is super-efficient with everything he does, and he pays attention to all of the little things. And so he only speaks up when he thinks something needs to be changed, or when he thinks that, like, we need to go in a different direction, otherwise, he's pretty happy to let you go, like, let you go as far as you want to go on something. And then when he thinks you're gonna run off a cliff, he pulls you back. So when he speaks, everybody listens. And I love that. I think some of that is cultural, obviously, him being from Japan, but I think it's also just his personal leadership style, but I learned a ton from him in terms of how to interact with people, how to let people be themselves, but also how to run a ship, and everybody knew exactly who was running the ship. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 11:22 Wow. And it shows that respect lens that you're just kind of talking about when he spoke. Everybody listens. Is that something that you feel you already had that kind of leadership style or is that something that you've kind of evolved in yourself? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 11:37 I like to think that that's the way that I lead. That's kind of how I try to be a leader. But we're not perfect, right? Nobody's perfect. And watching him, you know, taking notes from how he interacted with everybody, the things that he thought of, the things that he brought with him for us on station, you know, we get a very limited amount of stuff, personal things that we get to bring with us. And he brought things for the crew that were like, huge milestones for professional careers. You know, just the attention to detail on the human beings around him was pretty phenomenal. So it's one of the things I'm working on to be better at, because I like to think I'm good at it. But I saw the master work. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 12:18 I love that. And something you said about him, he always has attention to detail, and he saw the little things. He paid attention to the little things. I remember a past conversation we had. You had a little nugget from Col. Nick Hague, also USAFA — '98 I believe. And I think he said to you, something about, you know, “Nicole, don't forget that you're squishy,” or something like that. And so have you had more of those moments in there where they're like little nuggets or little moments that actually give you a big return or big lessons in your life? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 12:46 Oh, definitely, yeah, that one's a funny one, because the space station is metal. Everything is metal, and it's hard and so we still have weight, well, mass. We still have mass. We don't have weight, right, because we're in microgravity. But if you're cooking around a corner and you run into a handrail, it's gonna hurt, you know, if you imagine going 10 or 15 mph into something metal, it's gonna hurt — you're squishy. So that was a great lesson in slowing down and making sure you're watching your surroundings. But one of the things that Anne McClain says that cracks me up, but every time it happens, like, “Yep, this is definitely—," she says, “Experience is that thing you learn right after you need it.” And so we had a lot of those moments where you learn a lesson and you're like, “Ah, I wish I knew that five minutes ago.” And so that's something that applies everywhere. Experience is that thing you always needed right before that happened. But we also like to say Crew-10 can do hard things. That's another thing that was just kind of our motto, whether it's training — some of the training can be really physically demanding. It's really mentally demanding. And it's a lot of travel. When you get assigned to a mission, it's probably a year and a half to two years of training, and then you're gone for six months. So out of that two to two and a half years, you're not home for over a year. So you're all over the world, traveling to train and work. And like I said, we're all humans. We have Earth lives, we have homes, you get situations back home. And so navigating personal lives, navigating professional lives, navigating tough training. Crew-10 can do hard things. We like to say that. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 14:22 I like that. It also talks a bit about your grit. Crew-10 grit. So, talking about hard things, I'd like to take us to the time when you've been piloting the F-22 and you've seen combat. I heard you speaking a little bit before about a no-notice deployment. Let's visit that time in your life. What were you doing? What was your role, and what was something you experienced? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 14:47 Sure. So I was actually flying the day that we got notified. And, you know, just a standard training sortie — had landed, and some of the maintainers were like, “Hey, have you heard what's happening?” And I was like, “No, what's happening?” And then we had a big squadron meeting, and that's when we got notified, like, “Hey, we're deploying.” We were on the GRF, is what it was called at the time, Global Response Force, and I think some of that structure has changed since I left that squadron, but we knew that once we were on the GRF, there was a chance that we would get activated and get moved somewhere. Didn't necessarily expect it to be quite that quick. I think it was like the next week we got this deployment. So we got notified on a Thursday, I think, and then on Monday, I was taking off.   Col. Naviere Walkewicz 15:31 Oh, really no notice.   Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 15:33 Yeah, so, four days later, we were taking off, and then seven days later, we were flying missions from — we were stationed at Al Udeid Air Base, so we're flying out of Al Udeid within a week. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 15:45 How many with you?   Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 15:47 So when we deploy, we actually deploy with our maintenance squadrons, 300 people. Twenty to 30 of them are the pilots, and then the rest are the maintainers. And so it's the entire squadron. We morph into an expeditionary squadron. And so there are 300 people that head out. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 16:03 So I imagine, you know, on top of the fact that it was such a rapid movement, there's probably things that people had to obviously work through family. This needs to happen. But what were some things that you experienced in that deployment, or even in just that transition? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 16:21 Again, I go back to taking care of people. I was a flight commander at the time. We had two flight commanders, so I'm in charge of basically half the squadron, and we had a really wonderful commander who gave us the authority and the autonomy to leave the squadron. So, you know, it's about saying, like, “How are you guys doing at home?” Half our squadron didn't even have tan flight suits. You know, we're trying, we're working with logistics. We're trying to get everything ready. Like, does everybody have a go bag? Does everybody even know what a go bag is? Do you have the things you need? So working all of that. And then do you have the childcare figured out? Do you have the — how is all your family doing? Are you ready for this? And then we had to do a bunch of last-minute training before we left. And so it's a really busy time, but it was one of the first times where I felt like I had an influence on the people that were under me, that I had supervised. And so it was a really great experience to solve those problems, figure it out and help people get off the ground in four days successfully, and leaving something, some semblance of structure at home. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 17:24 So you said it was the first time where you kind of really felt that you had that impact. What would you say kind of maybe crystallized within yourself in learning that? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 17:36 I think it really solidified. I think I said, “I try to lead by taking care of people,” right? I truly believe if you take care of the human, they're going to do a really great job. You don't have to ask much of people at work and in their professional life, if their personal and the human side of them is taken care of and so that's kind of what I mean when I say that solidified it for me, like, make sure that the humans are good to go, and they'll go do anything you want to do. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 18:04 Wow. So while on that deployment, you're leading half of that squadron. What were some of the challenges maybe that you experienced, and how did you grow as a leader during that timeframe? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 18:14 Scheduling is definitely a tough one. So we flew daytime and nighttime. We basically had an F-22 airborne for almost 24 hours a day for the entire six months, six and a half months. We left and we were told it might be two- or three-month deployment, and then it turned into six months. And then we got delayed up coming home. And so then we stayed through Christmas. And those are the things that really are tough for people. But we have a limited number of jets that we took. We have a limited number of pilots; we have a limited number of maintainers and parts. And so I think for us, managing a schedule between me and the other flight commander, managing a schedule, managing quality of life for everybody, and make sure that we're not burning people out, or that they're not —we're flying eight-, nine-, 10-hour sorties, right? And that's exhausting. It's just you and that airplane with your wingman and a different airplane. And so you have to manage, again, that human factor. The human capital is probably the toughest thing to manage. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 19:15 Wow, and you talked about how the deployment kind of got extended. What were some things, because many of our listeners and our viewers are leaders, and at different levels of leadership and different times in their lives where they're doing that. When you were leading, and you had some of those subordinates, or those that were working with you that really experienced some troubles, through emotions, through some of that. How did you help navigate them through that when you were all in that as well? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 19:46 Right. You know, I think at NASA especially, we talk about self-care being a huge part of team care. And so making sure I do this in my regular life too, but, you know, making sure that you're getting enough rest, making sure that you're taking care of yourself and your personal life, so that you can truly be present for the other people that need you. And I think being present for others is one of the biggest things that you can do. You know, they may not need a ton of help, or they may not need the solution, but being there, being available and being present for people is really important. But you can't do that unless you're good to go yourself. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 20:18 Did you see that from someone? Did you learn that from someone you saw doing that? Or just, how did, I mean NASA's — you said, NASA, but did you see that at the Academy? Or where did you kind of gather that? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 20:28 You know, I think one of the things that hit me hard about showing up and being present was actually more professional. I kind of skated through the Academy on minimal sleep, and I was able to manage everything. But I wasn't flying a $143 million airplane. And so, in pilot training, we started to talk about crew rest and pilot rest. That's the first time that I had heard this concept of, “You need to go home and get rest so that you can be on your game.” Because flying airplanes, your decisions have real consequences, right? And you have to be present and available, and you have to be on your game to fly airplanes and do well in airplanes. And then the faster and the higher and the better the airplane gets, the more on your game you have to be. So I think it's something that has just kind of evolved in me. And then, as a leader, I realized, if you don't have any gas in the tank, you cannot help somebody else. And so for me, it's just kind of been, over the last decade and a half, of, wow, I need my sleep. I need to make sure I'm good to go. I need to make sure my human is good, so that way I can help other humans. And yeah, when your decisions have real consequences, it's important that you're present and you're ready to go. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 21:43 Have you seen some of the fact that you prioritize that for yourself, for you as your own human? Have you seen others kind of like see that, view that, and actually take that on as well themselves. Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 21:53 Yeah, I think they do. And I think, as a leader, it's really important to set that example. The commander cannot be the first one in last one out. Like, you just can't do that, because everybody's going to stay until you leave. So setting the example, setting the example of having a good home-life balance as well. Like, home and work have to be balanced. Sleep has to be balanced. Again, self-care is the biggest part of team care, I think. And if you model that, people start to realize it's important. You know, the younger people that might burn themselves out trying to get somewhere, trying to get to the next step, or trying to impress somebody, or whatever the case may be, if they see you taking a step back and they see your success, maybe then they can start worrying about themselves too. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 22:34 I think that's a great lesson, leading by example. For sure. There are probably moments that you experience both at the Academy, while flying the F-22 or as an astronaut, where you don't have the luxury of balance. How do you navigate that and how do you help others get to that space maybe quicker? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 22:53 I think of everything as a season in life. It might just be a busy season, and you might just have to put some time in but making sure that you are planning ahead and know that you're gonna be able to take some time and reset. And that could be anything, right? That could be personal life, professional life. That could be the four-week training trip that we've got is going to be rough, and its multiple time zones, and it's a ton of training, it's a ton of information. You just have to get through it. But then, that week, when we got home, I made sure my schedule was a little lighter. Whatever the balance is, I think of things in seasons. Crew-10 can do hard things, right? And that came from — you can get through this next training session, right? But we're gonna do a mask-to-suit transition, which is like in a fire, you've got a mask on. You have to get from that mask into your spacesuit. It's a significant physical event. And there's limited oxygen; there's limited ability to breathe in the suit when in that specific environment. And so how do you slow down, take the breaths you need to get in there to not then get to a point where you're panicking, right? Or that you're too exhausted or too hot or overdid, or whatever it is, right? So I think even just that, that is a season. We're going to do two hours of this. That's my season, and then we'll get out of the simulator, we'll take a break, right? And if it happened on orbit, it would be like, “We're going to get through this. We're going to solve the problem. We're going to manage the emergency, and then once things are set, we'll have a moment to breathe.” So that's kind of how I think of it. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 24:21 Did seasons come something, a term that you kind of realized maybe at the Academy, you were a volleyball athlete at the Academy, and so volleyball has a season. But my question is, like, how did you come to that realization? Like, “Oh, I can get through this, and I put it in a bucket of time.” Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 24:35 You learn a lot of time management at the Academy, and when you're in the fall, you're really busy, spring season is less busy, and so you kind of learn early how to manage. Like, “OK, I've got to run. I gotta sprint,” right? “And then I can jog later, or I can walk later.” So, I think you learn that growing up in school, and you know, if you play sports or you do extracurricular activities or other things like that, or even just seasons in life at home, life ebbs and flows. I don't even know when I started saying it, but my sister and I started saying “seasons of life” to each other a long time ago. You know, she's got three kiddos, so she's been in all sorts of seasons. But, yeah, it's just, you know, I think I started to time block things, or block things off and just, and that's the only way you're going to get through life, is if you focus on what you need to do right now, be good at it, and then move to the next thing. You can have an idea of what's coming next, but you have to be present and do what you're doing there. Yes, so, yeah, seasons, time, blocks, whatever you want to call it. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 25:39 I like that. Well, you brought up your sister, and so you're an auntie of three. Let's talk about your personal life and leadership, some experiences you've had navigating your schedule. You're on the road so much. How do you prioritize? I guess the things that are important to you when you have such a heavy schedule, yeah, being on the road and the people that are important to you, right? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 26:03 Man, I think that for me, my family has been a huge support system my whole life. My twin sister — built in best friend.   Col. Naviere Walkewicz 26:13 And who is older? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 26:14 She is. She's got me by a minute. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 26:18 OK. Does she hold that over you?   Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 26:20 Yes, of course she does. We've just always supported each other 100% and everything. She's been my biggest cheerleader through all of my life, and I've been her biggest cheerleader through all of her life. And you know, my main goal in life is to be the coolest auntie, like the best auntie, and I would die happy. And they're a huge priority to me. I see them every couple two to three months — since my oldest has was born. So for the last 14 years, just made it a priority, even if it's like, leave late on a Friday night and then get home late Sunday night, I make the effort to go see them and to interact with them. And you know, to help foster them. You know they're growing up. And I love watching kids grow up and experience the world and see what can be done. Their dad's a Marine, their mom's this really successful real estate agent, their auntie' a pilot-slash-astronaut. You know, they've got, like, all these no family that's really not doing very much. Yeah, you know, they've got all these really great role models. And my goal is to just show them that it doesn't matter who you are, like they only ever know me as auntie. Like they know I'm an astronaut, and they love that. Their friends know that I'm an astronaut. Anti vapor, no, no, yeah. But, you know, like, they're always gonna get a big hug from auntie, like, that's, that's what's important to me. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 27:36 Well, you mentioned, going into space, being an auntie. So, would you describe your time and space is, it's probably out of this world. I mean, that's, wow, that's terrible. That's terrible I said it that way. But I think you've mentioned it is kind of the best time in your life. Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 27:52 Yeah. Best five months my life. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 27:56 Best five months of your life, and it's passed. Now, when we think about our evolution, whether personally, professionally, as leaders, etc., we have these ideas in our mind, like, this is the pinnacle. How do you navigate what's next after you've experienced that pinnacle? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 28:14 Yeah, that's a great question, and I think it's something that a lot of us struggle with when we come home. What's next? We get six months, some time to think and kind of get reintegrated. And you don't necessarily have to go back to work right away. I was able to spend a ton of time with my sister and her kiddos. Yeah, what's next. And I think for me, like the drive out to the launch pad, I was like, “Man, I've made it.” You know, the first time I looked out the window from Dragon, “I've made it.” First time we crossed the hatch, and I went and looked out the glass like, “Wow. The hard work paid off.” And I still feel like that to this day. I would have spent four more months in space if they had asked me to, and I would have turned around and launched right back then the day that we landed, and it was because of the crewmates that I spent it with and the fulfillment that I got from the mission. But I think you can find fulfillment in a lot of ways. And you know, my job, now that I've been back, I'm going to be working with the new class of astronauts and their training for spacewalk. So in the Neutral Buoyancy Lab, our big pool, like, my job is to be their mentor as they go through the spacewalk training. And you know, like, I cannot wait. I'm so excited. I cannot wait to have an impact and try to help teach this next generation of spacewalkers, this next generation of astronauts, to be better than us. I find a lot of fulfillment in making the next generation better. So I think, however the fulfillment shows up for people, I think as long as you can find something, there you'll be happy. Going to space was great, but teaching and instructing and mentoring is also really fulfilling for me. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 29:54 And that will be 10 of them? How many will that be? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 29:55 Ten.   Col. Naviere Walkewicz 29:56 Ten. So then you'll have 13. You'll be auntie to 13. Oh, that's wonderful. What have you learned about yourself since then? You know, you've evolved as a leader through different situations, high threat, high risk. Safety is paramount. All of those different experiences. And now you're back on Earth and you're about to, you know, mentor. How have you evolved your leadership, and where would you say you're trying to go? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 30:23 Where am I trying to go? I think, for me, leadership is also about being vulnerable and being open and honest with people about failures or hardships and so, you know, like in the flying community, if you make a mistake, you're immediately like, “Hey, I messed this up. Here's how we fix it.” And that's something that we do at NASA as well, especially on a grand scale, right? Thousands of employees and everybody like, that's the only way that we get to space is by admitting when we've made mistakes, talking to each other about how we fix it and sharing those lessons learned. And so I think that especially when you get into the higher roles of leadership, it's important to go, “Hey, I messed up,” or, “Hey, I don't know the answer.” And being transparent with the people that you're working with. And if you don't know it, but you know where to go find it, like, “I'll get that answer for you,” instead of making up an answer, trying to figure out how to look like you're in charge, right? It's really important to me to also show that we don't know everything. We're human. We make mistakes, and it's OK to make mistakes, as long as you share it, and you share the lessons learned, and you make the next person better. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 31:32 Did you experience that personally? Did you have a moment in which you had to say, “Hey, I made a mistake,” and that's helped you realize that being vulnerable is really important or is that just something you've seen done really well? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 31:40 Oh, I've admitted a lot of mistakes. You know, I made a couple pretty big mistakes in the Raptor. Everybody's gonna make a big mistake at some point in their life. And, you know, I think that that was something that was modeled really well in the flying community early on. And it's something that's not tolerated if you're not willing to share your lessons learned. It's not tolerated in that community. That's a really good thing. I learned that in pilot training, right? If your buddy in your class makes the same mistake the next day that you made, you get in trouble because you didn't tell them how to how to prepare. And so it's fostered early on, especially in the flying community. I can't speak to any other community because I grew up there, but it's fostered early on, and so it's just something that comes naturally. I think eventually, because you just, you've seen it done so many times, and if you want other people to succeed, you're going to do it. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 32:29 All right. Well, we have two questions left. The first one is, what's something you do every day to be a better leader? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 32:37 That's a good one. This is gonna sound silly, but I sleep. Like, I'll go back to the self-care thing, right? Like, I put a lot of attention into being healthy, being hydrated, sleeping well. Like, if you take care of your body, your mind is going to do way more for you. And so I think you can show up as a better leader if you show up, rested, hydrated, fed, worked out whatever you need to do to be the best human you can be. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 33:09 That's what I try to do. OK. I like that a lot, and I think that's a good indication for me that six hours is probably not enough. Naviere needs a little bit more. And it's truth, because you told me, though I'm gonna do that. The second one is, if you could go back in time, maybe what's something you would have told yourself — your younger self — or maybe, as our cadets are listening, that you've learned and what they can be doing now to be a better leader down the road. Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 33:34 If you run into a hardship or you fail at something, or something feels insurmountable, or you don't feel like you're ready, good enough, or whatever the case may be, doubt starts to seep in, right? I would say, rely on the support system that you have. Rely on the people around you. Talk about it. Figure out, you know, “Hey, I failed this GR, like, man, this kind of sucks.” And you know, maybe you just need to hear me say it out loud, and maybe I just need to get it off my chest, or maybe I need help trying to figure out the solution for whatever the case may be. So, you know, I had a built-in team on the volleyball team. I had a built-in friends and teammates that I could lean on. Maybe that's your squadronmates or your classmates, or whoever it is, right? And I think finding the friends that you can rely on for the rest of your life. Professionally, I've got a friend here that I met in the F-22 community. We've been friends for almost a decade now, and he's still one of the first people that I call when something happens, like, “Oh, I messed this up today. Help.” So, you know, finding a support system. My sister's the other person that I call first off. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 34:38 She probably knows you're gonna call when you call. Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 34:39 Yeah, we talk way too much. But, you know, having that support system around you and finding people that really bolster you and get you across that line and help you find the courage to take the next step, I think that's really important. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 34:54 I know I said there was only two, but as I've listened to you, I just think you're just you're just remarkable, and maybe what's something that you're proud about yourself as a leader. I would really love to hear that in your, you know— Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 35:05 I think the thing that makes me the most proud as a leader is when somebody succeeds and it's something that I helped them do. I've had somebody come back and say, “Thanks for saying that.” That pushed me out the edge, you know, like, I'm really into building the next generation and make them better than us. And so if I see somebody succeeding, that's good. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 35:27 Well, this has been incredible. Is there anything that we didn't cover that you would love to share with the Long Blue Line in our community? Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 35:33 Oh, man, the community is great. I think I would just say thank you to the community. I've gotten so much love and support from Coloradans, but also the Long Blue Line and the Air Force in general. You know, I love the community that we have. It goes right back to what I just said, right, finding a community that supports you and pushes you to do better and be better. And this is that community. Col. Naviere Walkewicz 35:55 Well, Vapor, I promise I'm gonna get more sleep, and I just want to thank you for being such an incredible leader and guest here on Long Blue Leadership. Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers 36:03 Thanks for having me back. Absolutely.   Col. Naviere Walkewicz 36:05 Thanks. You know, this conversation was really incredible with Vapor. I think some of the things that really stood out to me is just how incredible as a human she is. She brings humanity into leadership. She puts people first. She thinks about the team. She works hard. Don't forget to prioritize sleep. But I think really, some of the lessons that we can all take away can hit us all personally, because if you think about people first and taking care of them, and the fact that you have to take care of yourself too, you can go really far in leadership. So I really appreciate her today on Long Blue Leadership. And I'm Naviere Walkewicz, Class of '99. Until next time.   KEYWORDS Joel Neeb, Long Blue Leadership, Air Force Academy leadership, USAFA leadership, military leadership podcast, leadership development, leadership lessons, character-based leadership, leadership under pressure, leading with integrity, decision making in leadership, mentorship and leadership, values-based leadership, service before self, leadership mindset, leadership podcast interview, military leadership stories, leadership for professionals, leadership for entrepreneurs, how to be a better leader, leadership growth.       The Long Blue Line Podcast Network is presented by the U.S. Air Force Academy Association & Foundation        

There's a lot of noise out there about standards, which ones matter, which ones don't, and whether leadership reallysupports those who enforce them.Here's the truth: Every standard matters.Some may not seem directly tied to launching aircraft, securing networks, or defending the base, but every single onereinforces the discipline, trust, and professionalism that make the mission possible. Uniform appearance, customs andcourtesies, on-time reports, none of those tasks win wars alone, but they form the foundation of how we fight. If we getcomfortable skipping “the small stuff,” the cracks spread into bigger things that eventually do cost readiness andcredibility.We are members of the Profession of Arms. That title carries weight. It means we live by standards that may not alwaysmake sense to outsiders, but they exist to preserve something greater than convenience, they preserve trust. When wesigned up, we accepted a covenant with our nation and each other. Our Core Values: Integrity First, Service Before Self,and Excellence in All We Do, aren't slogans; they're the spine of every standard we uphold.I get it, some standards feel disconnected from the mission at first glance; but that's where leaders step in. It's ourresponsibility to bridge that gap for all our Airmen, to explain the “why,” to connect the dots between discipline todayand mission success tomorrow. When we do that, standards become less about control and more about commitment. Ifwe walk past a problem, we don't just accept it, we rewrite the standard. And that new standard is unacceptable.Leadership is about being kind, not nice. Nice ignores problems. Kind steps in, corrects with respect, and developspeople in the process.So, I'm calling on every Airman: Uphold the standard, teach the standard, and support those doing it right. Leaders arethe calm in the storm, the professional presence that reminds your formation, this is what right looks like.Tactical Takeaway:Every standard exists for a reason. Connect the “why,” enforce with dignity, and model what it means to be aprofessional Airman every day.Focus This Week:​ Re-examine one standard your team overlooks, connect it to core values and mission impact.​ Set up some time (Airman's time) to coach on how to provide feedback (good ref: the SBI).​ Mentor one Airman on why discipline in small things matters.​ Publicly reinforce someone modeling high standards.​ Be the calm in the storm: the example others follow when the easy choice would be to look away.Don't Wait, LEAD Your Team Through the Storm!More Resources Here:https://linktr.ee/theinformedairmanhttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1I2faP_RRPd7Yh3MwUsWCWVZbdfgHkBvk/view?usp=drivesdk

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Lt. Col. Nichole “Vapor” Ayers '11 joins us from orbit! SUMMARY From cadet to astronaut, she shares how the U.S. Air Force Academy prepared her for life aboard the International Space Station, the lessons space learned in the space program about leadership and how viewing Earth from 250 miles up re-shapes one's call to serve.   SHARE THIS EPISODE LINKEDIN  |  FACEBOOK   COL. AYERS' TOP 10 LEADERSHIP TAKEAWAYS  - Seeing Earth from space changes your perspective on leadership.  - The fragility of Earth inspires a desire to protect it.  - A lifelong dream of becoming an astronaut requires hard work and dedication.  - Teamwork at the Air Force Academy prepared me for life in space.  - Daily routines on the ISS are structured and focused on science and maintenance.  - Astronauts are normal humans, not just heroes in space.  - Quick thinking and calm leadership are crucial during space missions.  - Community support is vital for success in unconventional paths.  - Inspiring the next generation is a key part of my mission.  - Curiosity and exploration should be fostered in young people.   CHAPTERS 00:00 Journey to the Stars: Becoming an Astronaut 03:32 Life Aboard the ISS: Daily Routines and Responsibilities 07:23 Lessons in Leadership: Quick Thinking in Space 10:54 Observations from Above: Humanity and Resilience 12:10 Inspiring the Next Generation: A Sense of Purpose 13:17 The Long Blue Line: Community and Support     ABOUT NICHOLE BIO U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers is a trailblazing pilot, leader, and astronaut whose journey began at the United States Air Force Academy, where she graduated in 2011 with a degree in mathematics. An accomplished F-22 Raptor pilot, Ayers is one of the few women ever to fly the world's most advanced stealth fighter—and she's one of even fewer to command them in formation for combat training missions. Col. Ayers earned her wings through years of training and operational excellence, logging over 200 flight hours in combat and playing a critical role in advancing tactical aviation. Her exceptional performance led to her selection in 2021 by NASA as a member of Astronaut Group 23, an elite class of 10 chosen from among 12,000 applicants. As a NASA astronaut candidate, Col. Ayers completed intensive training at Johnson Space Center, which included spacewalk preparation, robotics, survival training, systems operations, and Russian language. Now qualified for spaceflight, she stands on the threshold of a new chapter that led her to the International Space Station. Throughout her career, Col. Ayers has exemplified the Academy's core values of Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do. Her journey from cadet to combat aviator to astronaut is a testament to resilience, determination, and a passion for pushing boundaries.   LEARN MORE ABOUT NICHOLE NASA Astronaut Nichole Ayers     ALL PAST LBL EPISODES  |  ALL LBLPN PRODUCTIONS AVAILABLE ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS   TRANSCRIPT SPEAKERS Guest, Lt. Col. Nichole "Vapor" Ayers '11  |  Host, Lt. Col. (ret.) Naviere Walkewicz '99   NASA  00:00 Station, this is Houston. Are you ready for the event?   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  00:05 Houston, Station, I'm ready for the event.   NASA Air Force Academy, this is Mission Control, Houston. Please call Station for a voice check.   Naviere Walkewicz  00:13 Station, this is Lt. Col. Naviere Walkewicz. How do you hear me?   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  00:17 Hi, ma'am. I've got you loud and clear. Welcome to the International Space Station.   Naviere Walkewicz  00:20 Welcome to a special presentation of the US, Air Force Academy, Association and Foundation's, Long Blue Line Podcast Network. I'm Naviere Walkewicz, Class of '99. I was honored recently to speak with a true pioneer, United States Air Force Academy graduate, accomplished fighter pilot, 2022 Young Alumni Excellence Award recipient and now NASA astronaut, Lieutenant Colonel Nicole “Vapor” Ayers, Class of 2011, Vapor joined us from the International Space Station orbiting about 250 miles above Earth. Her journey from Cadet to astronaut embodies the pursuit of excellence and the spirit of exploration that distinguishes the Long Blue Line. For this conversation Vapor and I explored what it means to be a human in the vastness of space, how one's perspective shifts when Earth shows up as a distant blue marble, and what her journey can tell us about courage, connection and the Future. Lieutenant Colonel Ayers, this is such an honor. So excited. Seeing Earth from space forever changes your perspective. How was the experience for you? And how has it changed the way you view your role as a leader?   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  01:32 Yeah, you know, I think for everybody, the experience is slightly different. For me, seeing the earth from the Dragon window for the first time was one of the most amazing things I've ever seen. And then seeing the Earth every day from the cupola and then the lab window that we have here, you know, you don't see country or state lines on the Earth, right? There's not like each state has a different solid color, right? There's just geography and just terrain. And so you get to learn the world all over again in terms of colors and textures and geography and water. You know, there's so much water on this earth, and it's hard to put it into perspective until you're actually looking at the Earth, and it's, it's something that has really hit me, because the Earth is so fragile. You know, we see these beautiful auroras, we see thunderstorms, we see different natural disasters, and it's really kind of made me want to take better care of this earth. And you know, when I get home, I want to just do things a little bit better and just take that extra step, to take my make my part in taking good care of this earth.   Naviere Walkewicz  02:38 That makes amazing sense. And, you know, I think it takes us to kind of your path to becoming an astronaut. Can you walk us through what that was like?   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  02:47 Yeah, sure. So, you know, I was, I've been saying that I wanted to be an astronaut since I was little kid. And, you know, I always had an affinity for space and for the sky. And growing up in the Shuttle era, you know, as soon as I learned that you could fly the shuttle be the pilot. I was like, “Ooh, that's what I want to do.” And so, the very serious little Nichole set my goals really high and started working towards that path. And, you know, grew up right there in Colorado Springs, watched the Air Force Academy graduation, you know, and the Thunderbirds fly over every year. And it just kind of seemed like a natural path for me to go to the Air Force Academy, become a pilot and try to pursue the astronaut dream from the pilot's perspective. So you know, I worked really hard, set my goals really high, and never got bumped off that path and was able to apply and actually get selected. And now here I am talking to you from the International Space Station.   Naviere Walkewicz  03:36 And it's pretty incredible being able to see you weightless there, and you're here in its full glory. It's pretty amazing. Can you, talk about your time at the Air Force Academy? Specifically, what foundational experiences would you say have really kind of played a part with your life in space right now?   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  03:54 Yeah you know, I think the Air Force Academy, for me, the biggest part was just being on teams. You know, I played volleyball there. And, you know, I would say every Squadron is its own little team. And you know, as a four degree, you're there with all of your classmates, and you're going through training sessions together. And so being on these teams in different environments, and some austere environments and high pressure situations, and learning how to take care of other people in those moments, I think, has been huge in my path to getting here. You know, those, all those words speak truth here on the International Space Station, you know, we're in an austere environment. Sometimes we're under pressure situations, and it's just a few of us up here working together with the ground to make this International Space Station stay in orbit, to execute all of the science and the maintenance and keep it running and continue to learn everything we possibly can, both about space and about Earth in order to inform how we do life on Earth and how we get to the moon and Mars.   Naviere Walkewicz  04:47 Thank you. So maybe, can you share with us what your daily routine aboard the ISS is like...   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  04:53 Yeah, you know, it's not unlike yours. Potentially. You know, our schedule is pretty set to the ground team figures out about, you know, what science and what maintenance needs to be done, and who's going to go do it. We are scheduled from about 7:30 in the morning to 7:30 in the evening, and we get, you know, two to two and a half hours of exercise time so that we can maintain our bone and muscle and cardiovascular health up here. And then when we're not working out, we're, like, I said, executing science. You know, I'm surrounded just here in this module, every single rack has some sort of payload or science experiment going on, so we just kind of follow the schedule. We work with the ground team to figure out where the things are that we need, and the procedures and all of that. But it's not unlike life on Earth...   Naviere Walkewicz  05:37 Maybe a little bit different. What's the biggest misconception people have about life on the ISS, you think? And what's something that surprised you while you're being there?   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  05:48 Man, you know, I've been asked this question before. I'm not sure if I know the biggest misconception. You know, I think that often people kind of put astronauts up on a pedestal, but, you know, we're just humans who like to do, like the work that we do. We're really passionate about what we do. We're good teammates. So we're just normal humans, and it's not the most glamorous job, you know, we do, you know, often wear diapers, or we're working really hard, or things like that. So, you know, just normal humans up here. I think one of the things that surprised me the most, I'll see if I can do this without bumping the Astrobee off the wall here. But for me, it took my brain a while to, you know, get used to seeing people on the wall, or, you know, our treadmills on the wall, or seeing people upside down, and there's no up and down in space. And so it took a while for me to get used to that, and for my brain to kind of remap what I consider up, down, left and right in space. And you know that people are just floating, and we get a float every day, I can let go the mic and talk to you.   Naviere Walkewicz  06:46 So we have a lot of cadets and young officers that listen to us. What advice would you give them in the dream of following in your footsteps?   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  06:56 Yeah, that's a great question. You know, I love to preach hard work and teamwork. You know, find something that you really enjoy doing. You know, NASA needs, I studied math, right? I'm a pilot, but we need doctors. We need scientists, we need engineers. So figure out what you really enjoy doing, work really hard at that thing, and then go find a team you can be on, and figure out how to take care of other people, and figure out how, how you mesh in this world, and how you can and thrive in these small environments or austere environments with other people. So I love to just say, you know, work hard, be a good teammate, and everything will work out in your favor. I think.   Naviere Walkewicz  07:30 Can you share if you've received any valuable insights or advice from other Air Force Academy grads who were astronauts?   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  07:37 Oh, yeah, I think tons, is what I would say, you know, Eric Kjell, and specifically Nick and Roger, who just recently flew and came back, you know, I think that there's been a ton of advice just in terms of of how we do life here on the International Space Station and how, you know, we're going to continue to explore on the Moon and Mars, and how we can share our story, and how we can share all of the science that we're doing. But I think one of the most practical things that I got was from Nick during the handover, when we, we had a couple days up here together, and he said, “Don't forget, you're still squishy.” You know, we're surrounded by a bunch of metal up here. Nothing is very soft. And so if you, if you get moving too quick, or you get too confident, it's very easy to stub a toe or hit something. And so we're still just squishy humans. And you know, if you take that one step further metaphorically, I think, you know, we're still just humans, and we make mistakes, and that's okay, as long as you can bounce back, and as long as you're not going too fast when you hit a handrail too hard.   Naviere Walkewicz  08:31 Absolutely. Well, you talked a little bit about the austere environment. What do you hope your mission and your story inspiring the next generation of Academy grads, especially those who feel called to serve in bold and unconventional ways.   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  08:46 Yeah, you know, I think the bold and unconventional part really hits me, because, you know, growing up during the shuttle era, and then I was at the Air Force Academy when the last shuttle flight flew. And you know, as you grow up, you say you want to be an astronaut, people often say like, Wow, that's awesome. And then when you become an adult, sometimes you don't quite get the same response, you know, sometimes you get a laugh. And so, you know, I would say that even if people don't believe you, or they don't necessarily support what you want to do, if you've got a goal or a dream, just continue to, like I said, work hard at it, you know, put your nose to the grinder. Get really good at whatever it is that you want to go do, and don't let the naysayers get you. You know, there will always be someone there who thinks it's silly, but you will always find someone who supports you. My old commander, Robin, again, he was the one who supported me and got me here, and he said, “Are you silly?” Like, why would you ever think that's silly, or hesitate to tell me what you want to do? So, keep talking about your goals, keep working towards it. And yeah, like I said, maybe someday you could be up here with us.   Naviere Walkewicz  09:44 Absolutely bold and unconventional, for sure. And speaking of such space missions demand precision under pressure. Can you share a moment, whether in training or on the ISS where quick thinking and calm leadership made a difference for you?   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  09:57 Yeah, definitely. I think that I.... Actually, a great example is our space walk that Anne McClain and I did about a month and a half ago. You know, right in the middle of the space walk, the priorities changed and the game plan changed. And if you were just an onlooker watching, sitting at home watching, you may not have even noticed that. And I think that's a huge testament to our ground team and our flight director, Deanna Trujillo, for the day, you know, her ability to lead that ground team and change the game plan on the fly, and then get those words up to us through some calm loss and some other hardships that we were working through, and then for us, for Anna and I, to work together, both just the two of us out outside the space station and the vacuum of space, but also us with the ground to make that all look very seamless. We're very proud of how that space walk went, and our ability to kind of change the plan on the fly, execute, come up with new ways of doing things, and figuring out how we're going to leave the station in a good state, and also achieve all those objectives. So think that was we're actually really proud of the way that we, you know, manage all of those changes, and hopefully to the onlooker like yourself. It looks seamless.   Naviere Walkewicz  11:04 Absolutely and it kind of talks a little bit to what you said earlier about, you know, seeing Earth from a different vantage point and wanting to protect it. I'd like to actually ask you more about that. So can you share, from your vantage point what you've observed about humanity and the resilience as you, as you look on it, from us, from our perspective here on Earth, and you being up there,   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  11:24 Yeah, you know, I think that one of the biggest things that, you know, I mentioned the natural disasters that we see and, you know, and I feel a sense of duty to photograph and to try to document the things that just humans endure on a daily basis. You know, I talked about thunderstorms or landslides, forest fires, all sorts of things. You know, we see it from such a different vantage point up here. And, you know, knowing that there are people down there who are trying to survive, and knowing that those people will survive, and that we have an entire community that's going to rally around those people in those instances. And you know, just trying to do our part from up here and give, you know, that unique vantage point and give as much data and as much help as we possibly can. I think that's one of the biggest things that our world does well, is, you know, helping each other when we're in need.   Naviere Walkewicz  12:09 And Lieutenant Colonel Ayres, maybe you can share what's been the impact of this mission on your sense of purpose, and how do you think it will shape your next chapter when you come back on Earth?   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  12:22 This is a great question. I've done a lot of thinking about this, you know, you know, finally achieving your childhood dream. What's next? You know, what do you do next? And I think for me, the biggest thing that I want to continue to do is just inspire the next generation. You know, all those little kids who say they want to be astronauts, and then they get laughed at as adults. You know, I think that's it's so important to just foster that curiosity and foster that sense of exploration. And really, you know, encourage the next generation to go do what they're passionate about, because we will always need someone in that niche thing that you're passionate about. And so helping people get there is, is really what I want to do next. And, you know, helping the next youth get to their dreams and their goals and continue to just build this society that continues to explore and as you know, especially as we go to the moon and onto Mars and we commercialize low earth orbit, I think there's so much that we can do. And it's I feel, again, a sense of duty to help the next generation do that?   Naviere Walkewicz  13:21 Well, we talk about the next generation and the long blue line being enduring. Is there anything else you'd want to share with Air Force Academy grads in general?   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  13:30 Yeah, you know, I think it might be a dead horse that I'm beating at this point, but the teamwork is so important. You know, just, just take care of the people around you. Make sure that you're always looking out for each other. You know, the long blue line is a very special thing to be a part of. And, you know, like yourself, you know, I met you a couple years ago, and it feels like I could just go, you know, hang out with you, have dinner, and we could pick up like old friends. And that's what the long blue line is all about. You know, having friends all over the world who can help you. You know, I got to hang out with Nick Hague in space, another member of the long blue line who told me I was going to be squishy. You know, things like that are just the unique moments that we have as Academy grads. You know, there's always going to be someone there who supports you and who loves you and who wants to see you be successful,   Naviere Walkewicz  14:15 Wonderful. Thank you so much for this time. There's probably so many more questions we could ask you, but I think the biggest one is just, you know, we would leave you with it's such an honor and a privilege to see you out there. We're proud of everything that you're doing, and we can't wait to see more of what you're able to accomplish while you're in space and when you come back.   Lt. Col. Nichole Ayers  14:34 Thank you so much. Like I said, so excited to talk to you today and to just share the experience and also, you know, have a have an influence on the AOG. I'm excited that the AOG is interested in space and interested in all of us who are out here. You know, again, the Long Blue Line is a really cherished and unique group to be a part of. So honored and proud to be a part of that group, and excited that I got to share a little bit of what we do up here with you guys today.   Naviere Walkewicz  15:02 Thank you so much for the time. Naviere Walkewicz  Well, before I close, I'd like to share what happened after the podcast. My cell phone rang, and I had a call from government, and I said, “Who could be calling me?” Well, I answered, and wouldn't you know 250 miles above the Earth, Vapor Ayers was calling me on my cell phone just to say what an amazing conversation we had. What technology we have, that she sounded like she was next door. It was an incredible opportunity for us to talk a little bit more about the podcast and highlight what you might hear in an upcoming Checkpoints article. So for now, I'll sign off. I'm Naviere Walkewicz, Class of '99. Thank you for listening. This has been a special presentation of the US, Air Force Academy, Association and Foundation's Long Blue Line Podcast Network. You can listen to this and all our podcast network programming at LongBlueLinePodcast.org once more, that's LongBlueLinePodcast.org   NASA  16:03 Station, this is Houston. ACR, thank you. That concludes our event.   KEYWORDS NASA, astronaut, International Space Station, Air Force Academy, leadership, resilience, teamwork, space exploration, inspiration, Earth       The Long Blue Line Podcast Network is presented by the U.S. Air Force Academy Association & Foundation      

John Dierling Teaches us How to Keep Joy in Our Lives by Putting Jesus First in All We Do. In the 100th Chapter of Psalms and the 10th Chapter of John. On April 27th 2025. God's Word is Truth!

24_11_23 -Ep.339  - Run With Horses Podcast  - Living Thanks Out Loud Podcast:  rwh.podbean.com Website:  www.runwithhorses.net Youtube:   https://youtube.com/@rwhpodcast Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/RWHpodcast Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/rwh_podcast Twitter:   https://twitter.com/RWH_podcast Susan's New book – Parenting Manual https://a.co/d/8L7GWIo Norman's New book – Pursuing Godliness Together  - It's a practical, quick read! https://a.co/d/c7Y7F04 --- **(28:00)** Today we consider what it means to live a life of Thanksgiving! Welcome to Run With Horses! My name is Norman and my goal is to help you thrive as a follower of Jesus. The spiritual life is both incredibly simple and potentially the most difficult part of your life. God invites you to live intentionally and on His mission. It's very cool that we can do that together! Thank you for joining me today! “If you're new here, you can check out past episodes at runwithhorses.net. As always, I appreciate your feedback, questions, and reviews!” **(27:00 – 23:00)**    Spiritual Habits - Solitude ### **Podcast Segment Outline: Solitude as a Spiritual Discipline**   *"Today, we're diving into the often-overlooked but essential spiritual discipline of solitude."*   - Define solitude: *"Solitude is intentionally stepping away from the noise and busyness of life to be alone with God."*   - Emphasize its importance: *"Jesus practiced solitude regularly, and it's a vital habit for spiritual growth."*   #### **2. Biblical Examples of Solitude (1 minute)**   - **Jesus sought solitude for prayer and renewal**:     - *"Mark 1:35 says, ‘Now in the morning, having risen a long while before daylight, He went out and departed to a solitary place; and there He prayed.'"*     - *"Jesus made solitude a priority even amidst a demanding ministry."*   - **Solitude before major decisions**:     - *"Luke 6:12 tells us, ‘Now it came to pass in those days that He went out to the mountain to pray, and continued all night in prayer to God.'"*     - *"Before choosing the twelve disciples, Jesus spent the night alone with the Father."*   - **In moments of distress**:     - *"In Matthew 26:36, Jesus withdraws to the Garden of Gethsemane, telling His disciples, ‘Sit here while I go and pray over there.'"*   #### **3. Benefits of Practicing Solitude (1 minute)**   - **Connecting with God**:     - *"In solitude, we quiet our hearts to hear God's voice. Psalm 46:10 reminds us, ‘Be still, and know that I am God.'"*   - **Strengthening faith**:     - "Isaiah 40:31 says, ‘But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength.' Solitude renews our spiritual energy."   - **Aligning our will with God's**:     - *"In the silence, we surrender distractions and refocus on God's purposes for our lives."*   4. Practical Steps for Practicing Solitude   - Set aside intentional time:     - "Start small—find 10 minutes in your day to unplug from distractions and focus on God."   - Choose a quiet location:     - "Like Jesus, find a ‘solitary place' where you can focus."   - **Use the time to pray and meditate on Scripture**:     - "Bring a verse like Psalm 62:5 – ‘My soul, wait silently for God alone, for my expectation is from Him.'"      - "Solitude isn't about escaping life—it's about stepping away to reconnect with God so we can return refreshed and refocused."     - "This week, take a moment of solitude and seek God's presence. Start with Mark 1:35 as your inspiration."   **(23:00 – 0:00)* *  PART 1 Intro: Living as a "new self" is not just an inward change but should be visible to others. Gratitude should be an outpouring of this new life in Christ. 1. Overflowing with PEACE: Gratitude Rooted in Unity (v.15)    Paul calls us to let Christ's peace rule, promoting unity and gratitude within the body of Christ.    Application: Gratitude fosters unity, while bitterness and self-centeredness tear it down. What actions come out of a Thankful heart and influence our unity? - promotes humility, readily forgives, lifts up others, etc 2. Overflowing with WISDOM: Gratitude increased as We Grow in the Word (v.16)    When the word of Christ dwells richly in us, it transforms our minds, shaping us into grateful, wise people.    Application: A heart filled with Scripture is naturally inclined toward thankfulness. The better we know God and understand what He has done for us, the more thankful we will be. 3. Overflowing with PURPOSE: Gratitude expressed in All We Do (v.17)     Living in the name of Jesus, on His mission,  means every act—big or small—is done with thankfulness to God.    - Application: We can honor Christ in all things when we remember that everything we do is an offering of thanks.     A person who sees their work, family roles, and daily interactions as opportunities to thank and glorify God. How does a Thankful Heart encourage us on the mission of Jesus? -reminded of what Jesus did for use -want others to share in the blessing **(00:00) END PART 1** **(27:00 – 5:00) BEGIN PART 2**   Why Thankfulness Matters      - It reflects a heart aligned with God's will and purpose.      - Gratitude transforms our perspective, shifting focus from circumstances to God's goodness.   The Command to Be Thankful   1. Biblical Foundations      - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 - 16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.     - Psalm 107:1: “Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!”      - Emphasize thankfulness as a command, not an option.   2. Thankfulness as Obedience      - It's part of submitting to God's lordship.      - Disobedience in thankfulness can lead to bitterness or discontent.     Thankfulness in Difficult Circumstances   1. Biblical Examples      - Job 1:21: “The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD.”      - Habakkuk 3:17-18: “Though the fig tree should not blossom... yet I will rejoice in the LORD.”      - Philippians 4:6-7: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”   2. God's Sovereignty and Goodness      - Trusting God's plan even when it's not clear.      - Thankfulness as an act of faith and trust.   The Fruit of Thankfulness   1. Influences Your Relationship with God      - Deepens your relationship with God. (Psalm 50:23: “The one who offers thanksgiving as his sacrifice glorifies me.”)      - Promotes joy and contentment (Philippians 4:11-13).   2. Your Thankfulness Influences Others      - Thankfulness is contagious and glorifies God before unbelievers (Matthew 5:16).      - It fosters unity and encouragement within the church body (Ephesians 5:19-20).    3. Practical Challenge      - Write a letter of thanks to someone who has blessed you.         Closing Thoughts  1. Key Points      - Thankfulness is God's will for you.      - It's not dependent on circumstances but rooted in who God is.      - It transforms your heart and your witness.   2. Challenge      - Memorize 1 Thessalonians 5:18 this week.      - Start a blessing journal, remember what God has done.      **(5:00 – 1:00)**   Doctrine of the Month - Doctrine of Man  Humanity's Purpose        - *“Have you ever wondered why you were created? What is the purpose of life from God's perspective?”*       - *“Today, we're exploring humanity's purpose according to the Bible. From the beginning, God designed us with intention and meaning.”*        - *“Let's look at Scripture to understand why God created us and what our lives should be about.”*   #### **2. Humanity Was Created to Glorify God (1 minute)**   - **Primary purpose: To glorify God**     - *Isaiah 43:7*: *“Everyone who is called by My name, whom I have created for My glory; I have formed him, yes, I have made him.”*     - Emphasize: *“We are made to reflect God's glory in our words, actions, and attitudes.”*   - **What does glorifying God mean?**     - To glorify God is to honor Him and display His character.     - *1 Corinthians 10:31*: *“Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.”*        - *“Every aspect of life—work, relationships, and even recreation—can glorify God when done with the right heart.”*   --- #### **3. Humanity Was Created for Fellowship with God (1 minute)**   - **God's desire for relationship**:     - *Genesis 3:8*: *“And they heard the sound of the Lord God walking in the garden in the cool of the day.”*       - *“This verse shows that from the beginning, God desired close fellowship with humanity.”*   - **Sin broke fellowship, but Christ restores it**:     - *John 17:3*: *“And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.”*     - Explain: *“God's purpose is for us to know Him intimately, not just as Creator, but as Savior and Father.”*   --- #### **4. Humanity Was Created to Serve and Steward Creation (1 minute)**   - **Stewardship of the earth**:     - *Genesis 1:28*: *“Then God blessed them, and God said to them, ‘Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it; have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over every living thing that moves on the earth.'”*     - *“This means we are caretakers of God's creation, managing it responsibly for His glory.”*   - **Good works as part of our purpose**:     - *Ephesians 2:10*: *“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.”*     - Connect: *“Serving others and fulfilling the tasks God gives us is part of our God-given purpose.”*   --- #### **5. Humanity Was Created to Enjoy God Forever (30 seconds)**   - **Eternal joy in God's presence**:     - *Psalm 16:11*: *“You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.”*     - Explain: *“Our purpose includes delighting in God, both now and for eternity.”*   - Summarize: *“God didn't create us out of necessity but out of love, to share His joy and glory with us forever.”*      - Recap the key points:     - *“We were created to glorify God, enjoy fellowship with Him, steward His creation, and ultimately experience the joy of His presence forever.”*   - Call to action:     - *“Take time this week to reflect on these truths. How can you glorify God in your daily life? How can you grow in fellowship with Him?”*   - Encourage with Scripture:     - *“As Colossians 3:17 reminds us, ‘And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.'”*         **(1:00)**     - “Thank you for listening today! Giving Thanks should be a daily part of the life of every disciple of Jesus. We have so much to be thankful for, we just so easily are distracted by the details of life.Be intentional, be thankful! -If you enjoyed the show you can listen to all the past shows wherever you listen to podcasts. A good place to start is at runwithhorses.net. You can also write me at norman@runwithhorses.net or leave a comment on the Run With Horses Podcast facebook page. Take time today to pause and thank God for His work in your life and keep running. **(00:00)**        

Sermon Outline/Slides: Why Do We Believe We Must Have Bible Authority for All We Do

In deze aflevering praat Benjamin met drummer Euan Jenkins en gitarist Johnny Biner van de band RADIOHOP. Een jonge band uit Amsterdam die elkaar kennen van het Conservatorium. Morgen komt het debuutalbum ‘All We Do' uit. En Euan en Johnny zijn niet alleen; ook bassist Joel Svedberg en toetsenist Joshua Lutz zijn te gast op De Kring, want de heren geven ook alvast live een voorproefje van de plaat.

Sawyer Bullock, Associate Pastor at Bayview Glen Church, preaches a sermon titled "Glorify God in All We Do" in our series “Greatest Resolution” (December 31, 2023). At Bayview Glen Church, we work together so that everyone, everywhere, can experience God's love and His created purpose through Jesus. Connect with us! Website: www.bayviewglen.org Instagram: www.instagram.com/bayviewglenchurch/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/BayviewGlenChurch

Late Night TV is dying, Texas massacre manhunt continues, Aaron Carter Hulu doc, Drew Crime: Very Scary People, 50 "Awesomely Bad Songs", YouTube reaction videos, and Antonio Brown's Albany football team's issues. What time is it? Because Drew doesn't feel good. His hip hurts. Texas Massacre shooter Francisco Oropesa is nowhere to be found. Turns out you just can't keep him out of the US. Greg Abbott is in trouble for calling the victims 'illegal immigrants'. Lori Vallow's son was buried with her hair stuck to his binding duct tape. Warren Mayor Jim Fouts has a new blood boy... and he's a hero! James Corden is finally done at CBS...after he lost them a lot of money. Payton Thorne & Keon Coleman are leaving MSU in the transfer portal. Steven Crowder fans defend him on our YouTube video. Crowder has a defense. All We Do is Lists: VH1's 50 Most Awesomely Bad Songs Ever. Black people sing these songs better than the white people that did them first. Aaron Carter's documentary dropped on Hulu. Hunter Biden was in court today to strip his daughter of the name Biden. Meghan McCain is angry that Joe won't recognize the bastard. Drew is over 'Reaction' videos. We react to the reaction video of The Jayy Show. Jess Margera is not sugarcoating Bam's condition. Billy Idol enters the fray. Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to nordvpn.com/dams to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + a Bonus Gift! It's completely risk free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee! Drew Crime: Very Scary People covered the real-life version of Black Bird. Is Coors trolling Bud Light with this bathtub commercial? Sports: Albany Empire owner, Antonio Brown, is back to his shenanigans and ruining his AFL team. AB is ready for his NFL comeback. Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors will face LeBron James. The record-breaking Boston Bruins fell to the Florida Panthers. Someone sent us a video of Eli Zaret playing softball against a bunch of old fogeys. 10,000 emailers and Bonerliners wanted us to know that Crackman is a real super-fan. The Detroit Lions apparently had a good draft... we'll see. Georgia's Jamaal Jarrett dropped a slur during the NFL Draft. Concerts: The Chats are coming to Grand Rapids in October. Aerosmith is coming to Detroit in September. First Republic Bank has failed. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac want to punish you for having good credit. Royal News: Michael Strahan is covering King Charles coronation. Nobody wants to pledge allegiance to King Charles or Prince Andrew. Ari Emanuel has signed that beast, Meghan Markle. The Met Gala is here for people better than you to flaunt their wealth and stupid clothes. RIP Tim Bachman. 76-year-old Cher has broken up with 27-year-old Alexander Edwards. We roll through her Who's Dated Who roster. Gold rush in Cali. Bigg Nate has located Bigfoot in Grand Haven, MI. Where the hell is Eric Stoltz? The Buzzboard will be complaining about us tomorrow when WATP's Karl joins us. Visit Our Presenting Sponsor Hall Financial – Michigan's highest rated mortgage company If you'd like to help support the show… please consider subscribing to our YouTube Page, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew and Mike Show, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon). Or don't, whatever.

Welcome back, Mamas. For many mothers who really feel the creative impulse, the act of making art is not only a means of preservation but also a form of self-expression and a way to explore their own identity, not to mention a way to make a living.Having children is a transformative experience that can inspire new perspectives and ways of seeing the world. This can lead to a deeper appreciation for the beauty and complexity of the world, and a desire to capture and share these insights through the arts; photography, film, music, the written word, or dance. In fact, ALL WE DO is a creative act.We are all intuitively creative beings who need to create and express ourselves in some form. One question dominates my mind though; why is it, that mothers are overlooked in the artistic field?Enter Rachel Larsen Weaver. An artist-educator and photographer joyfully living on the Maryland beaches of the Chesapeake Bay. A mother to five and creator of moments, her enthusiasm for details and self-love are infectious, infusing creative sessions with a reverence for the simplest pleasures. Her portfolio and practice is fat-affirming, mindful, and genuine, focusing on the life and light of clients. Co-founder of NOW, NOW School, and creator of #FindingMyselfInPortraits and the original Long Form Sessions, Rachel travels the country documenting mothers, bodies, and details. A photographer who has taken her passion and run with it. Despite being a mother of 5, she is proving her voice is worthy of attention. And she is urging us to follow in her footsteps. With her uniquely personal photographic style, she is creating a document of motherhood that really hits the heart of what it REALLY means to be a woman during this transformative experience.Today we discuss the state of 'women in the arts' and the creative impulse. We also hear about Rachels's experience of motherhood and the way she deals with the ebb and flow of its challenges and triumphs.I really hope you find yourself some quiet time, some 'me' time, to get cozy and relaxed enough to enjoy this week's episode. And I also like to think that you will find some new perspective, some new insight into your own reality, experiences, and struggles, through the photographic eye of Rachel Larsen Weaver.Thank you sooo much for stopping by. ~Sat Nam~[For Closed Captions, head over to my YouTube channel, and WATCH US have this great discussion.][Time stamps] [0:00] - Acknowledgements[0:40] - Welcome Mamas[3:15] - Images of how motherhood affects us[5:50] - A Fork in the Road[10:32] - How we see mothers[12:00] - Capturing Beauty[13:50] - Training your gaze[15:15]- Everyday image creators[15:45] - Keeping us marginalized [18:10] - The Beauty and The Mess[19:45] - More art, less advertising[23:41] - Body Image[26:06] - Hope for the new generation[30:27] - Holy-Mother Architype/ The Anger Taboo[32:00] - Mothers are Artists[33:15] - Conscious Consumption[35:35] - Continually Question what we've been told.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------You can find Rachel and her amazing work at: https://www.rachellarsenweaver.com/-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Mama Rising Facilitator training is open for enrolment RIGHT NOW. This is an incredible opportunity to become a certified Mama Rising Facilitator in 2023, and teach and share the ground-breaking insight of Matrescence with the world. Visit

Interview by Haze https://www.instagram.com/mike_tall Recently we linked back with Yung Ralph for an exclusive “Off The Porch” interview! During our conversation he talked about linking back with Money Maker Records, the importance of learning the music business, opening the flood gates for rappers from Cleveland Ave, his relationship with Young Thug, his new EP ‘9 Piece' produced by Zaytoven, upcoming project with Nard & B, upcoming single “Everything” featuring Fetty Wap, not giving up, learning his worth, recently having his first son, his friendship with Bankroll Fresh, the importance of staying solid & maintaining good relationships, his inspirational IG videos, upcoming music, his partnership with a black-owned gun company called Black Sword, his recent performance at the Parking Lot concert, his huge single “Juugin Round The City” with Rich Homie Quan, “All We Do” featuring Young Scooter, being underrated, and much more!

SHOW DESCRIPTION:Dawn Dacquisto and Matt Pickett look forward to the 17th week (16th game) of the 2021-22 NFL season. There's no Thursday Night Football (why?) so Dawn and Matt will provide their super superlatives from Packers' blogosphere, Twitter, YouTube and observations across NFL podcasting. They share their tips to help you get game ready for Sunday Night Football and direct your attention to the best content they found this week - so YOU can uplevel your fandom experience and have a little more fun.Dawn and Matt each share 3 superlatives.Listen in and get excited with Matt and Dawn because there's only 1 more Happy Hour 'til this weekend's football games. Download your FREE game day BINGO games while you're here.  THANKS FOR SUBSCRIBING and SHARING!  Dawn and Matt LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST, SUBSCRIBE & RATE US HERE:► https://heywlyp.buzzsprout.com FOLLOW ON  YOUR FAVE SOCIALS FOR VIDS AND MORE:► Twitter - https://twitter.com/heywlyp► YouTube - Hey!  Welcome to our channel.► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heywlyp► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/heywlypDM to get your"HeyWLYP" FREE, FUN and INFORMATIVE SWAG to download:Show Mentions (clickable):Most nostalgic NFL coverage: John Madden Memories AboundTurducken quotes put me over the edgeThe original TurduckenMost pleasant experience: NFL Twitter Spaces with Aaron JonesDawn's first “Spaces” experience - also with Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks. Most well deserved:  Coach Matt LaFleur is getting national recognition for COY - Chris Simms on PFT. No hate please. The folks over there have been pushing Coach Matt for his due recognition for 3 straight years.Best perspective: Ryan Schlipp, Packernet Podcast from Dec 26, “All We Do is Win.”Best argument: Robin Adams, “Four Reasons Brian Gutekunst Should Win Executive of the Year.” on wisportsheroics.comBest community member: JJ Lahey, starting a GoFundMe for Erin Alyce's cat, Jet

For over 18 months, we have been learning how to cope with the pandemic. Some of us focus on our families, and some of us watch disaster movies (or The Great British Baking Show!). But the uncertainty and the overwhelming level of sad and disappointing news has caused cases of depression and anxiety to accelerate at alarming levels.  The temptation to give up is real, which is why I'm so honored to have my friend Sheila Walsh on the show today for a very special conversation about mental health. Sheila is an author, Bible teacher, and television host and, fun fact: she's originally from Scotland! In this episode, she shares with us her mental health journey with clinical depression and the practical actionable steps we can take to manage this hard season. She also shares about her book, Holding on When You Want to Let Go, and what she learned as she managed her depression during the isolation of the pandemic.  Tune in to learn more about:  How to best support loved ones when they're experiencing a difficult season How the church is responding to conversations about mental health and challenging the stigma of shame around struggle How God hears and holds us even when we don't have all the right words in prayer How you can incorporate Sheila's daily practices to help with depression In this episode I answer this question:  How do I know I would be good at starting a business? (30:01) Great things we discussed:  1. Sheila Walsh 2. Holding On When You Want to Let Go  3. All We Do  4. Art and Faith: The Theology of Making  5. BBC News App  6. Primer by Tarte  7. RESPECT : Aretha Franklin Movie Trailer  8. Too Good Not to Believe  9. Standing Strong Hope you loved this episode! Be sure to subscribe in iTunes and slap some stars on a review! :) xo, Alli  www.alliworthington.com/sheilawalsh3/

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Col. Robert Driscoll, commander of the 102nd Medical Group, delivers the 102IW Command Message for March 2021. He spoke about some of the missions that the Massachusetts Air National Guard has contributed to this past year, and reviewed the latest safety protocols, including mask guidance from the Department of the Air Force. “I have been inspired by your selfless dedication to the mission whether it was at the Holyoke Soldiers Home, the Covid testing mission, caring for our most vulnerable citizens in the state’s long term care facilities or currently with the vaccine mission – I want to say THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart,” says Col. Driscoll. -----SCRIPT----- Hello – My name is Colonel Bob Driscoll – Commander of the 102 Medical Group and I have the honor and privilege to work with some of most inspiring Airman in the Massachusetts Air National Guard. Medical professionals who truly emulate the Air Force Core Values specifically Service before Self and Excellence in All We Do. This includes the 102 Intelligence Wing members who (although they do not have a medical AFSC but possessed a medical certification) stepped forward over the past year to assist in the state response to the Covid pandemic. I have been inspired by your selfless dedication to the mission whether it was at the Holyoke Soldiers Home, the Covid testing mission, caring for our most vulnerable citizens in the state’s long term care facilities or currently with the vaccine mission – I want to say THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart. As we slowly and carefully return to the Wing for the March RSD I would like to take this opportunity to review the safety protocols with you to include the Department of the Air Force Guidance on the use of Masks: All individuals on the property of the 102nd Intelligence Wing will wear a mask, including those who have been vaccinated. The only exceptions for mask wear are to accommodate a religious belief; if you have underlying health conditions WITH medical documentation; if you are outdoors and proper physical distancing can be maintained; if you are actively participating in physical fitness activities indoors or outdoors and physical distancing is maintained; if you are alone in a vehicle or in a vehicle with a member of your household; when it interferes with proper wear of PPE for mission duties; when personnel are in aircrew positions during critical phases or flight emergencies; or when clear or unrestricted visualization of verbal communication are essential for effective operations. All masks should be functional, clean, and cover the month and nose at all times. Other safety protocols include social distancing (6 feet apart), hand washing, as well as temperature checks when coming into a building. Also if you have a fever or the chills; have a cough or shortness of breath or difficulty breathing; feeling fatigued; have muscle or body aches, a headache; have loss of taste or smell; have a sore throat, congestion or runny nose or are experiencing nausea, vomiting or diarrhea - Please stay home, call your medical provider and notify your supervisor. The Medical Group is advocating and working very hard on your behalf to obtain and provide the Covid vaccine for you. I ask that each member of the Wing do their homework on the vaccine and review the literature so when the vaccine is available to you - you can make an educated decision and not one based on misinformation or rumors. I am happy to say I have been vaccinated to help protect myself, my family and my coworkers at the Medical Group. If you have any questions regarding the vaccine contact your medical provider for guidance. I hear Covid coming up everywhere as the reason for inactivity. We cannot let Covid paralyze us. In closing I want to remind everyone that We are the United States Air Force - We are Guardsman - Together we will get through this pandemic. Thank you!

Seasons’ Greetings. I’m Colonel Mike Cornell and I am privileged to deliver this month’s Wing Command Team Message to you, the men and women of the 102nd Intelligence Wing. For many of us, December is traditionally a time to reflect on our accomplishments over the past year, and an opportunity to look ahead, and set goals for ourselves in the year to come. But after what has been a tumultuous and unprecedented 12 months, that might seem like an exhausting endeavor. To be sure, no one among us has been unaffected by this pandemic. For some of you, that might include losing someone you love, caring for a sick friend or relative, or recovering from COVID-19 yourself. If you have experienced any of those things then my heart goes out to you, and those in your life infected by this virus. And for all of us, this pandemic has exacted a heavy toll on our resiliency and productivity. As a commander, I know firsthand that many of you juggled your professional and family obligations as your usual support structures collapsed. Maybe you came to work every day worried about your children after their daycare facility or school closed. Maybe you are a young Airmen who saw your college plans derailed as universities suspended classes. Maybe you know someone who lost their job or had to close down a family business as the result of the pandemic’s economic impact. Maybe you are among the thousands of Americans who had to postpone or cancel vacations, weddings, or other important celebrations. Or maybe, like me, you are unable to see an elderly parent or grandparent as often as you’d like because they are at higher risk of infection. And, as if that was not enough of a burden to carry, we all watched with sorrow as our great Nation endured a summer of social unrest and an election year marked by sharp political division. Undoubtedly, each of us has suffered from the stress of these events over the past 12 months, along with the isolation that comes with not being able to socialize with family and friends as much as we’re accustomed to doing. And so it is tempting to avoid looking back over the past year. And looking ahead, most of us can think of nothing more than returning to life as we knew it in 2019 before the COVID-19 pandemic changed the way that each of us works, socializes, and cares for ourselves. But I urge you to resist those temptations. Because as I look back at 2020, I cannot help but marvel at your unwavering commitment to our Air Force Core Values – Integrity, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do. Your dedication, and your accomplishments under great adversity, assure me that this Wing will continue to surmount any and all challenges that might lie ahead in 2021 and beyond. Whatever impact this pandemic has had on your personal lives, each of you rose to the occasion in the finest traditions of the National Guard. You met every obstacle head-on, looked out for your fellow Wingmen, accomplished the mission at hand, and showed yourselves to be shining examples of why this Nation always perseveres -- because the things that bind us as Americans are stronger than those things that divide us and, when the country needs us most, its citizens come together. You did just that. You not only took care of yourselves and your families through these stressful times, but you also came together as National Guardsmen to assist your communities, and defend your country. Many of you stood watch in our streets to protect your fellow citizens in the exercise of their First Amendment right to peacefully assemble, while also ensuring that criminal elements did not seize upon those protests to destroy property or inflict harm. A significant number of you kept the pressure on our adversaries through the uninterrupted performance of the Wing’s Title 10 intelligence missions, often providing continuity to our active duty and intelligence community partners, as they adjusted to operations during a global pandemic. Your analyses were briefed to Combatant Commanders, US Ambassadors, the National Security Council, and the White House. 
Meanwhile, our Cyber Engineering & Installation units ensured critical communications continued to enable global, full-spectrum operations. Dozens of you from across the Wing deployed overseas in support active duty operations worldwide. Separately, other Wing members deployed out of state to provide hurricane relief or to assist the federal government with election security. Closer to home, scores of you stepped up to fight the COVID-19 virus across the Commonwealth, as members of JTF-Minuteman – the largest domestic activation in the history of the Massachusetts National Guard. Citizen-Airmen of the 102nd provided everything from medical care, to the construction of field hospitals, to testing and logistics, and hospital security. 
Back home here at Otis, all five Groups continued to maintain our responsibilities to organize, train, and equip Airmen for a variety of federal and state missions -- often doing so remotely or with minimum manning. Simultaneously, you prepared for – and excelled at -- an Air Combat Command Inspector General midpoint Unit Effectiveness Inspection AND a 16th Air Force Service Cryptologic Component inspection. You maintained the standards that are expected of you as Airmen, remained clear-headed and focused, and presented yourselves to the Governor and the President as ready and capable military forces. And since March, your careful adherence to DoD, State, and Wing rules of engagement regarding mask wear, social distancing, and self-care have allowed the Wing to maintain our mission readiness, and remain safe from widespread infection. So as you reflect on 2020, remember that you have done what few generations before you have been asked to do. You defended freedom at home and abroad, you cared for those in our society who needed it most, and you ensured that this Wing remains ready to meet any challenge. And you did it voluntarily, selflessly, and flawlessly. I am proud to call you my colleagues. And so -- as you look forward to 2021 – I urge you to not waste time dreaming about what your life MIGHT BE when this pandemic finally ends --- and it will end. Focus instead on all you have learned about yourself over the past year and use it to build the life that you want for yourself RIGHT NOW. Because this experience has made you stronger and more resilient than you were less than a year ago. And make no mistake – the federal government and the Commonwealth will undoubtedly continue to call upon the Massachusetts National Guard to respond to crises in the coming year -- whether they be from this virus, our climate, external threats, or the civil unrest that sometimes accompanies social change and the growth of democracy. So, if you can do so safely and within the guidelines set by our Governor and DoD leadership, then take a well-deserved break to celebrate the holidays with friends and family. Develop a self-care plan to recharge your batteries so that you can return in 2021 mentally and physically fit to fight and ready to answer the call, if asked to do so. And remember that, no matter what the coming year holds, the hard part is over. You have demonstrated that you are not only capable of surviving – but also thriving -- under great adversity. Whatever 2021 brings, you’ve got this. Colonel Riley, Chief Dubuc, the other Group commanders, and I are in constant awe of the level of professional excellence that each of you brings to the mission. On behalf of the entire leadership team, thank you for all that you do to make this Wing the best in the Air National Guard. Have a great December drill, and -- in the spirit of whatever beliefs or traditions you may choose to celebrate -- I hope that you have a happy and restful holiday season.

The Fear of the Lord in All We Do by Dr. Anne Barker (To hear this sermon, click on the title directly above)Dr Barker opens up restating the Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom!Daniel lived his life in the fear and reverence of God in a spirit of excellence.Fearing God and allowing Him to direct you in your marriage We need to Honor God in every area of our life.Faith Tabernacle World Ministries www.FTMinc.org 206.725.9962  email: Office.Staff@ftminc.org Podcast Powered by Genuine Life MediaFaith Tabernacle World Ministries www.FTMinc.org 206.725.9962 Office.Staff@ftminc.org Podcast Powered by Genuine Life Media

Sneak Peek to Fear to Faith: Fighting for Freedom a 40 Day Devotional Relational   Related Post & Book https://www.fitlifecreation.com/post/fear-to-faith-fighting-for-freedom https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0821P3KBK/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i5   If you would have told me last month, last week, seven years ago, that I would be writing a bible study, a devotional, I would have told you that you are crazy.   And yet, here I am.   Sneak Peek to Fear to Faith: Fighting for Freedom: a 40 Day Devotional   A series of messes to a message. A series of tests to testimonies. Fighting for freedom in all ways, all things and all forms.   What I have learned is this, friend. God is crazy.   In a great and incredible and out of the box way. In. every. way. God doesn't do logic. He loves confounding the wise.   Showering us with love. Using us. In spite of ourselves.   Whether this is your first Bible study or your 100th, I pray that God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit lead You. That they speak through me as they have spoken to me personally and deeply to put this together.   As they have spoken to me through countless teachers from the womb until now. Be clear, friend. I have zero degrees in Biblical studies or seminary. Yet, here I am. I have countless experiences with God and in life. I have taken countless studies in many ways.   God has pursued me deeply and profoundly at each and every turn. From childhood studies in Catholic Church Education, to speaking to me in every way and every teacher, to studies with Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, Louie Giglio, Pastor Mike Todd and so many more.   I am abundantly blessed. What I know is this. I am grateful for each and every co-creator that shared their story & voice. I am grateful for every creation, transformation and inspiration.   I know some of you may have found me or this site because of wellness, lifestyle, media and.or travel. Perhaps you found us via an article on social media, smoothies, or scaling? You may believe God or you may not.   However, please know the foundation of FIT Life Creation right down to the name is God's. God is in my business. (FIT stands for Follow Love in All We Do, Impact People, and Transform the Mind). The acronym ties to 1 John 4:7, Mark 12:30, and Romans 12:2.   Every single thing I share is prayed about and divinely directed. I learned from years of not including God what a mistake that was. When, I look around the people and businesses that do shine too. So, now I include God in everything. God is in every bit of my business. I pray you let Him in every part of your life and business.   Here is to you creating a life and business you love.   Let's CREATE!   Tag us on social media for a chance to win one of our giveaways: a month in the mastermind, a course, and/or event ticket! @katrinajuliafit @fitlifecreation #createitgiveaway #createit #fitlifecreation   FIT Life Creation: Lifestyle Brand: Health, Wealth, Biz in 1   Think Amazon Meets Airbnb for Transformation with Influencer Marketing (Revolve / Like it to Knowit) and Fundraising Twist.   CREATE IN OUR COMMUNITY 1 LIFESTYLE TRANSFORMATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP FREEBIES LIBRARY   2 LIFESTYLE TRANSFORMATION LIVE EVENTS AND RETREATS   3 CONNECT AND CREATE COMMUNITY IN OUR LIFESTYLE ENTREPRENEUR COLLABS (Including Podcast Features, Influencer Study, and Mastermind Features)!   4 WELLNESS, MEDIA, LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL FOR BRANDS

Sneak Peek to Fear to Faith: Fighting for Freedom a 40 Day Devotional Financial   Related Post & Book https://www.fitlifecreation.com/post/fear-to-faith-fighting-for-freedom https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0821P3KBK/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i5   If you would have told me last month, last week, seven years ago, that I would be writing a bible study, a devotional, I would have told you that you are crazy.   And yet, here I am.   Sneak Peek to Fear to Faith: Fighting for Freedom: a 40 Day Devotional   A series of messes to a message. A series of tests to testimonies. Fighting for freedom in all ways, all things and all forms.   What I have learned is this, friend. God is crazy.   In a great and incredible and out of the box way. In. every. way. God doesn't do logic. He loves confounding the wise.   Showering us with love. Using us. In spite of ourselves.   Whether this is your first Bible study or your 100th, I pray that God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit lead You. That they speak through me as they have spoken to me personally and deeply to put this together.   As they have spoken to me through countless teachers from the womb until now. Be clear, friend. I have zero degrees in Biblical studies or seminary. Yet, here I am. I have countless experiences with God and in life. I have taken countless studies in many ways.   God has pursued me deeply and profoundly at each and every turn. From childhood studies in Catholic Church Education, to speaking to me in every way and every teacher, to studies with Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, Louie Giglio, Pastor Mike Todd and so many more.   I am abundantly blessed. What I know is this. I am grateful for each and every co-creator that shared their story & voice. I am grateful for every creation, transformation and inspiration.   I know some of you may have found me or this site because of wellness, lifestyle, media and.or travel. Perhaps you found us via an article on social media, smoothies, or scaling? You may believe God or you may not.   However, please know the foundation of FIT Life Creation right down to the name is God's. God is in my business. (FIT stands for Follow Love in All We Do, Impact People, and Transform the Mind). The acronym ties to 1 John 4:7, Mark 12:30, and Romans 12:2.   Every single thing I share is prayed about and divinely directed. I learned from years of not including God what a mistake that was. When, I look around the people and businesses that do shine too. So, now I include God in everything. God is in every bit of my business. I pray you let Him in every part of your life and business.   Here is to you creating a life and business you love.   Let's CREATE!   Tag us on social media for a chance to win one of our giveaways: a month in the mastermind, a course, and/or event ticket! @katrinajuliafit @fitlifecreation #createitgiveaway #createit #fitlifecreation   FIT Life Creation: Lifestyle Brand: Health, Wealth, Biz in 1   Think Amazon Meets Airbnb for Transformation with Influencer Marketing (Revolve / Like it to Knowit) and Fundraising Twist.   CREATE IN OUR COMMUNITY 1 LIFESTYLE TRANSFORMATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP FREEBIES LIBRARY   2 LIFESTYLE TRANSFORMATION LIVE EVENTS AND RETREATS   3 CONNECT AND CREATE COMMUNITY IN OUR LIFESTYLE ENTREPRENEUR COLLABS (Including Podcast Features, Influencer Study, and Mastermind Features)!   4 WELLNESS, MEDIA, LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL FOR BRANDS

Sneak Peek to Fear to Faith: Fighting for Freedom a 40 Day Devotional Playful Section   Related Post & Book https://www.fitlifecreation.com/post/fear-to-faith-fighting-for-freedom https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0821P3KBK/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i5   If you would have told me last month, last week, seven years ago, that I would be writing a bible study, a devotional, I would have told you that you are crazy.   And yet, here I am.   Sneak Peek to Fear to Faith: Fighting for Freedom: a 40 Day Devotional   A series of messes to a message. A series of tests to testimonies. Fighting for freedom in all ways, all things and all forms.   What I have learned is this, friend. God is crazy.   In a great and incredible and out of the box way. In. every. way. God doesn't do logic. He loves confounding the wise.   Showering us with love. Using us. In spite of ourselves.   Whether this is your first Bible study or your 100th, I pray that God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit lead You. That they speak through me as they have spoken to me personally and deeply to put this together.   As they have spoken to me through countless teachers from the womb until now. Be clear, friend. I have zero degrees in Biblical studies or seminary. Yet, here I am. I have countless experiences with God and in life. I have taken countless studies in many ways.   God has pursued me deeply and profoundly at each and every turn. From childhood studies in Catholic Church Education, to speaking to me in every way and every teacher, to studies with Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, Louie Giglio, Pastor Mike Todd and so many more.   I am abundantly blessed. What I know is this. I am grateful for each and every co-creator that shared their story & voice. I am grateful for every creation, transformation and inspiration.   I know some of you may have found me or this site because of wellness, lifestyle, media and.or travel. Perhaps you found us via an article on social media, smoothies, or scaling? You may believe God or you may not.   However, please know the foundation of FIT Life Creation right down to the name is God's. God is in my business. (FIT stands for Follow Love in All We Do, Impact People, and Transform the Mind). The acronym ties to 1 John 4:7, Mark 12:30, and Romans 12:2.   Every single thing I share is prayed about and divinely directed. I learned from years of not including God what a mistake that was. When, I look around the people and businesses that do shine too. So, now I include God in everything. God is in every bit of my business. I pray you let Him in every part of your life and business.   Here is to you creating a life and business you love.   Let's CREATE!   Tag us on social media for a chance to win one of our giveaways: a month in the mastermind, a course, and/or event ticket! @katrinajuliafit @fitlifecreation #createitgiveaway #createit #fitlifecreation   FIT Life Creation: Lifestyle Brand: Health, Wealth, Biz in 1   Think Amazon Meets Airbnb for Transformation with Influencer Marketing (Revolve / Like it to Knowit) and Fundraising Twist.   CREATE IN OUR COMMUNITY 1 LIFESTYLE TRANSFORMATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP FREEBIES LIBRARY   2 LIFESTYLE TRANSFORMATION LIVE EVENTS AND RETREATS   3 CONNECT AND CREATE COMMUNITY IN OUR LIFESTYLE ENTREPRENEUR COLLABS (Including Podcast Features, Influencer Study, and Mastermind Features)!   4 WELLNESS, MEDIA, LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL FOR BRANDS

Sneak Peek to Fear to Faith: Fighting for Freedom a 40 Day Devotional Physical Section   Related Post & Book https://www.fitlifecreation.com/post/fear-to-faith-fighting-for-freedom https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0821P3KBK/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i5   If you would have told me last month, last week, seven years ago, that I would be writing a bible study, a devotional, I would have told you that you are crazy.   And yet, here I am.   Sneak Peek to Fear to Faith: Fighting for Freedom: a 40 Day Devotional   A series of messes to a message. A series of tests to testimonies. Fighting for freedom in all ways, all things and all forms.   What I have learned is this, friend. God is crazy.   In a great and incredible and out of the box way. In. every. way. God doesn't do logic. He loves confounding the wise.   Showering us with love. Using us. In spite of ourselves.   Whether this is your first Bible study or your 100th, I pray that God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit lead You. That they speak through me as they have spoken to me personally and deeply to put this together.   As they have spoken to me through countless teachers from the womb until now. Be clear, friend. I have zero degrees in Biblical studies or seminary. Yet, here I am. I have countless experiences with God and in life. I have taken countless studies in many ways.   God has pursued me deeply and profoundly at each and every turn. From childhood studies in Catholic Church Education, to speaking to me in every way and every teacher, to studies with Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, Louie Giglio, Pastor Mike Todd and so many more.   I am abundantly blessed. What I know is this. I am grateful for each and every co-creator that shared their story & voice. I am grateful for every creation, transformation and inspiration.   I know some of you may have found me or this site because of wellness, lifestyle, media and.or travel. Perhaps you found us via an article on social media, smoothies, or scaling? You may believe God or you may not.   However, please know the foundation of FIT Life Creation right down to the name is God's. God is in my business. (FIT stands for Follow Love in All We Do, Impact People, and Transform the Mind). The acronym ties to 1 John 4:7, Mark 12:30, and Romans 12:2.   Every single thing I share is prayed about and divinely directed. I learned from years of not including God what a mistake that was. When, I look around the people and businesses that do shine too. So, now I include God in everything. God is in every bit of my business. I pray you let Him in every part of your life and business.   Here is to you creating a life and business you love.   Let's CREATE!   Tag us on social media for a chance to win one of our giveaways: a month in the mastermind, a course, and/or event ticket! @katrinajuliafit @fitlifecreation #createitgiveaway #createit #fitlifecreation   FIT Life Creation: Lifestyle Brand: Health, Wealth, Biz in 1   Think Amazon Meets Airbnb for Transformation with Influencer Marketing (Revolve / Like it to Knowit) and Fundraising Twist.   CREATE IN OUR COMMUNITY 1 LIFESTYLE TRANSFORMATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP FREEBIES LIBRARY   2 LIFESTYLE TRANSFORMATION LIVE EVENTS AND RETREATS   3 CONNECT AND CREATE COMMUNITY IN OUR LIFESTYLE ENTREPRENEUR COLLABS (Including Podcast Features, Influencer Study, and Mastermind Features)!   4 WELLNESS, MEDIA, LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL FOR BRANDS

Sneak Peek to Fear to Faith: Fighting for Freedom a 40 Day Devotional Emotional Section   Related Post & Book https://www.fitlifecreation.com/post/fear-to-faith-fighting-for-freedom https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0821P3KBK/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i5   If you would have told me last month, last week, seven years ago, that I would be writing a bible study, a devotional, I would have told you that you are crazy.   And yet, here I am.   Sneak Peek to Fear to Faith: Fighting for Freedom: a 40 Day Devotional   A series of messes to a message. A series of tests to testimonies. Fighting for freedom in all ways, all things and all forms.   What I have learned is this, friend. God is crazy.   In a great and incredible and out of the box way. In. every. way. God doesn't do logic. He loves confounding the wise.   Showering us with love. Using us. In spite of ourselves.   Whether this is your first Bible study or your 100th, I pray that God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit lead You. That they speak through me as they have spoken to me personally and deeply to put this together.   As they have spoken to me through countless teachers from the womb until now. Be clear, friend. I have zero degrees in Biblical studies or seminary. Yet, here I am. I have countless experiences with God and in life. I have taken countless studies in many ways.   God has pursued me deeply and profoundly at each and every turn. From childhood studies in Catholic Church Education, to speaking to me in every way and every teacher, to studies with Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, Louie Giglio, Pastor Mike Todd and so many more.   I am abundantly blessed. What I know is this. I am grateful for each and every co-creator that shared their story & voice. I am grateful for every creation, transformation and inspiration.   I know some of you may have found me or this site because of wellness, lifestyle, media and.or travel. Perhaps you found us via an article on social media, smoothies, or scaling? You may believe God or you may not.   However, please know the foundation of FIT Life Creation right down to the name is God's. God is in my business. (FIT stands for Follow Love in All We Do, Impact People, and Transform the Mind). The acronym ties to 1 John 4:7, Mark 12:30, and Romans 12:2.   Every single thing I share is prayed about and divinely directed. I learned from years of not including God what a mistake that was. When, I look around the people and businesses that do shine too. So, now I include God in everything. God is in every bit of my business. I pray you let Him in every part of your life and business.   Here is to you creating a life and business you love.   Let's CREATE!   Tag us on social media for a chance to win one of our giveaways: a month in the mastermind, a course, and/or event ticket! @katrinajuliafit @fitlifecreation #createitgiveaway #createit #fitlifecreation   FIT Life Creation: Lifestyle Brand: Health, Wealth, Biz in 1   Think Amazon Meets Airbnb for Transformation with Influencer Marketing (Revolve / Like it to Knowit) and Fundraising Twist.   CREATE IN OUR COMMUNITY 1 LIFESTYLE TRANSFORMATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP FREEBIES LIBRARY   2 LIFESTYLE TRANSFORMATION LIVE EVENTS AND RETREATS   3 CONNECT AND CREATE COMMUNITY IN OUR LIFESTYLE ENTREPRENEUR COLLABS (Including Podcast Features, Influencer Study, and Mastermind Features)!   4 WELLNESS, MEDIA, LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL FOR BRANDS

Sneak Peek to Fear to Faith: Fighting for Freedom a 40 Day Devotional Mental Section   Related Post & Book https://www.fitlifecreation.com/post/fear-to-faith-fighting-for-freedom https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0821P3KBK/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i5   If you would have told me last month, last week, seven years ago, that I would be writing a bible study, a devotional, I would have told you that you are crazy.   And yet, here I am.   Sneak Peek to Fear to Faith: Fighting for Freedom: a 40 Day Devotional   A series of messes to a message. A series of tests to testimonies. Fighting for freedom in all ways, all things and all forms.   What I have learned is this, friend. God is crazy.   In a great and incredible and out of the box way. In. every. way. God doesn't do logic. He loves confounding the wise.   Showering us with love. Using us. In spite of ourselves.   Whether this is your first Bible study or your 100th, I pray that God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit lead You. That they speak through me as they have spoken to me personally and deeply to put this together.   As they have spoken to me through countless teachers from the womb until now. Be clear, friend. I have zero degrees in Biblical studies or seminary. Yet, here I am. I have countless experiences with God and in life. I have taken countless studies in many ways.   God has pursued me deeply and profoundly at each and every turn. From childhood studies in Catholic Church Education, to speaking to me in every way and every teacher, to studies with Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, Louie Giglio, Pastor Mike Todd and so many more.   I am abundantly blessed. What I know is this. I am grateful for each and every co-creator that shared their story & voice. I am grateful for every creation, transformation and inspiration.   I know some of you may have found me or this site because of wellness, lifestyle, media and.or travel. Perhaps you found us via an article on social media, smoothies, or scaling? You may believe God or you may not.   However, please know the foundation of FIT Life Creation right down to the name is God's. God is in my business. (FIT stands for Follow Love in All We Do, Impact People, and Transform the Mind). The acronym ties to 1 John 4:7, Mark 12:30, and Romans 12:2.   Every single thing I share is prayed about and divinely directed. I learned from years of not including God what a mistake that was. When, I look around the people and businesses that do shine too. So, now I include God in everything. God is in every bit of my business. I pray you let Him in every part of your life and business.   Here is to you creating a life and business you love.   Let's CREATE!   Tag us on social media for a chance to win one of our giveaways: a month in the mastermind, a course, and/or event ticket! @katrinajuliafit @fitlifecreation #createitgiveaway #createit #fitlifecreation   FIT Life Creation: Lifestyle Brand: Health, Wealth, Biz in 1   Think Amazon Meets Airbnb for Transformation with Influencer Marketing (Revolve / Like it to Knowit) and Fundraising Twist.   CREATE IN OUR COMMUNITY 1 LIFESTYLE TRANSFORMATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP FREEBIES LIBRARY   2 LIFESTYLE TRANSFORMATION LIVE EVENTS AND RETREATS   3 CONNECT AND CREATE COMMUNITY IN OUR LIFESTYLE ENTREPRENEUR COLLABS (Including Podcast Features, Influencer Study, and Mastermind Features)!   4 WELLNESS, MEDIA, LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL FOR BRANDS

Sneak Peek to Fear to Faith: Fighting for Freedom a 40 Day Devotional: Part 1 of 7 Spiritual Section   Related Post & Book https://www.fitlifecreation.com/post/fear-to-faith-fighting-for-freedom https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0821P3KBK/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i5   If you would have told me last month, last week, seven years ago, that I would be writing a bible study, a devotional, I would have told you that you are crazy.   And yet, here I am.   Sneak Peek to Fear to Faith: Fighting for Freedom: a 40 Day Devotional   A series of messes to a message. A series of tests to testimonies. Fighting for freedom in all ways, all things and all forms.   What I have learned is this, friend. God is crazy.   In a great and incredible and out of the box way. In. every. way. God doesn't do logic. He loves confounding the wise.   Showering us with love. Using us. In spite of ourselves.   Whether this is your first Bible study or your 100th, I pray that God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit lead You. That they speak through me as they have spoken to me personally and deeply to put this together.   As they have spoken to me through countless teachers from the womb until now. Be clear, friend. I have zero degrees in Biblical studies or seminary. Yet, here I am. I have countless experiences with God and in life. I have taken countless studies in many ways.   God has pursued me deeply and profoundly at each and every turn. From childhood studies in Catholic Church Education, to speaking to me in every way and every teacher, to studies with Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, Louie Giglio, Pastor Mike Todd and so many more.   I am abundantly blessed. What I know is this. I am grateful for each and every co-creator that shared their story & voice. I am grateful for every creation, transformation and inspiration.   I know some of you may have found me or this site because of wellness, lifestyle, media and.or travel. Perhaps you found us via an article on social media, smoothies, or scaling? You may believe God or you may not.   However, please know the foundation of FIT Life Creation right down to the name is God's. God is in my business. (FIT stands for Follow Love in All We Do, Impact People, and Transform the Mind). The acronym ties to 1 John 4:7, Mark 12:30, and Romans 12:2.   Every single thing I share is prayed about and divinely directed. I learned from years of not including God what a mistake that was. When, I look around the people and businesses that do shine too. So, now I include God in everything. God is in every bit of my business. I pray you let Him in every part of your life and business.   Here is to you creating a life and business you love.   Let's CREATE!   Tag us on social media for a chance to win one of our giveaways: a month in the mastermind, a course, and/or event ticket! @katrinajuliafit @fitlifecreation #createitgiveaway #createit #fitlifecreation   FIT Life Creation: Lifestyle Brand: Health, Wealth, Biz in 1   Think Amazon Meets Airbnb for Transformation with Influencer Marketing (Revolve / Like it to Knowit) and Fundraising Twist.   CREATE IN OUR COMMUNITY 1 LIFESTYLE TRANSFORMATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP FREEBIES LIBRARY   2 LIFESTYLE TRANSFORMATION LIVE EVENTS AND RETREATS   3 CONNECT AND CREATE COMMUNITY IN OUR LIFESTYLE ENTREPRENEUR COLLABS (Including Podcast Features, Influencer Study, and Mastermind Features)!   4 WELLNESS, MEDIA, LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL FOR BRANDS

Heyyy neighbors! This episode is featuring my best friend Briana (@ohbam_) and we’re talking about literally anything and everything. You might get annoyed by us laughing because that’s ALL WE DO. Most Unprofessional Moments (0:47) Music Artists- Summer Walker (4:07), Tory Lanez (8:31), T.I. (9:30) Dating- Men Ego v Women’s Ego (14:33), Best & Worst Zodiac Signs (18:31), Pettiest Reasons To Leave (23:18), Unsolicited Dick Pics (24:57) Thanks for tuning in!

When We Know Who We Are In Him and Believe that What He's Provided is Enough, We become Bold and Generous in All We Do.

Yall if you didn't know, I want to remind you that black women are number one ! mmmkay! I know yall didn't need that reminder because if you are following me, you believe that. #yesyesyallAbby McNair, with her husband and four babies, are boppin around the world yall, LITERALLY WANDERIN' living their best life!  Abby of All We Do is Wander is a family of 6 nomads traveling the world! Last year they were in Latin America this year we are bouncing through Asia. Abby and I talked about black travel, how she and her family decided to become nomadic, alternative schooling and how we can be like her. I hope you enjoy this conversation, and if you do tell me so! Would love to hear from you by way of email, rating, review and sharing with a friend! Follow Abby and her family on Instagram Check out their website at https://www.allwedoiswander.com/ Would love to hear from you, send me a message at www.noseyaf.com   If you dig the conversations please rate, review and share NoseyAF!  

In this episode of Project Management Office Hours, PMO Joe and his guests, Roy Bell President at THRIVEFORCE and Rob Loy from Avent discuss a wide range of Project Management topics including, AI and the role it is playing in project management, advice for junior PMs, Project Management career for Veterans transitioning to the civilian workforce and so much more.Joe begins the show welcoming new show sponsor, TALAIA! TALAIA is a European based PPM Software solution provider which is entering the US market. To sign up for a free 30-day trial and learn more about this PMBOK aligned solution visit – http://en.talaia-openppm.comAs an Air Force Veteran, Roy Bell brings a set of core values to THRIVEFORCE with Integrity First, Service before Self and Excellence in All We Do! Roy shares with us what separates THRIVEFORCE from other consulting firms. Roy and Rob have a great exchange on Project Management certifications, career advice for junior Project Managers and how Project Management doesn’t have to be “by the book” to make an impact.Rob Loy has diverse professional experiences including time as a college Instructor, working in Agencies, and now as the PMO Communications Manager at Avnet. Rob provides insight into what may be coming next for our industry – Artificial Intelligence. AI and Machine Learning help us to make informed data-based decisions. Rob, Roy and PMO Joe have an in-depth discussion on the value of using Project Management Consultants and the differences from Staffing Agency PMs.Tune in for upcoming shows with Project Management leaders from Sensei Project Solutions, TSYS, Talaia Software, and many more!

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Join us for #IndieMusicLIVE! 89 - Get the latest in #IndieMusic news and listen to the best #IndieMusicians we have found in the past week! Special panel guest is Omega Sparx Music: #NEWMUSIC & Video by SINOPTIK - "Standalone Syndrome" Mike Sherm (Official) - "Get That" Jarred, the caveman - "All We Do" Frankie Storm - "The Cure Is Love" The Rough - "Not You (Resolve)" Ricky Bombo Fanpage - "I ain't playin wit em" Promote your music NOW: http://www.indiemusicplus.ecwid.com/ Hosted by JoeJoeKeys & David Werba Produced by Robert Hix of Hixvideo Submit your music for consideration at http://www.indiemusicplus.com/

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First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do

First Baptist Tulsa Exists to Glorify God in All We Do