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🧭 REBEL Rundown 🔑Key Points Try the coffee nap! Where you combine caffeine and a 30-minute nap to then have that boost energy and alertness by the time it kicks in.💤 Sleep isn’t optional—it’s crucial for memory, mood regulation, and physical recovery. It is fundamentally different from rest❌ Replacing sleep with caffeine isn’t effective and can have negative health impacts. Make getting enough sleep a priority🌞 Sunlight exposure is important for maintaining circadian rhythms and sleep quality. This applies even if you work as a nocturnist💡 Creating a personalized sleep system enhances quality and consistency. It gives you back control of a schedule that you may feel like is out of your hands.🧩 If you’ve tried these strategies and you’re still struggling, consider true sleep pathology (insomnia, shift work disorder, sleep apnea) and get help—this is not a “be tougher” problem.🩺 Better sleep isn’t just about feeling good; it’s directly tied to error reduction, patient safety, and longevity in EM/ICU careers. Click here for Direct Download of the Podcast. 👀Previously Covered and Related Content: REBEL Core Cast: Sleep HygieneREBEL MIND: Rest Is Not Sleep: The Seven Dimensions of True RecoveryRebellion in EM: Care For Yourself – Sleep HygieneFirst10EM: Some Evidence For Working Night ShiftsREBEL MIND: Dunning Kruger Effect 📝 Introduction Welcome to this episode of REBEL MIND, where MIND stands for Mastering Internal Negativity during Difficulty. Here we sharpen the person behind the practitioner by focusing on things that improve our performance, optimizing team dynamics and the human behavior that embodies the hidden curriculum of medicine. Today we are exploring the imperative topic of rest and why it’s not just about sleeping. The second of a two part series, hosted by Dr. Mark Ramzy with guests Dr. Maureen Aiad and Dr. Amil Badoolah, continue our discussion but this time on the multifaceted nature of sleep, how it serves as medicine and how we can use our tools deliberately to get more of it! Cognitive Question How would your clinical performance, patience with families, and long-term career sustainability change if you treated sleep as a non-negotiable clinical intervention rather than a flexible “nice-to-have”? 💤How is Sleep Different From Rest? 1. Rest reduces load; sleep repairs systemsWe previously talked about the 7 types of rest and you can check that out hereExamples of physical rest include: pausing tasks, stepping away from the monitor, taking a walk, stretching, breathing, journaling, connecting with a colleague. This lightens your cognitive/emotional burden.Sleep is fundamentally different in that it’s an active biologic process that helps:Consolidates memory and learning (yes, including the tough cases from last night).Regulates mood, impulse control, and emotional reactivity.Supports immunity, metabolic health, and cardiovascular function.Repairs tissue, replenishes neurotransmitters, and fine-tunes neural networks.You can have “rested but underslept” days (you took breaks but got 4 hours in bed), and “slept but unrested” days (you got hours, but all junk sleep). Both matter, but they are not interchangeable.2. Sleep architecture vs. “knocking out”True restorative sleep cycles through NREM and REM in predictable patterns.Alcohol, late caffeine, and fragmented nights may help you fall asleep faster but:Suppress REM.Shorten deep sleep.Increase awakenings and light sleep.The result: you technically slept, but your brain didn’t get the “software updates” it needed.Biology isn’t built for your scheduleCircadian rhythms were designed for light-day / dark-night cycles, not:10 pm–7 am ED shifts.24-hour calls.6 nights in a row followed by days.Your body can adapt partially, but not instantly and not perfectly. That’s why:You can feel “jet-lagged” even when you haven’t traveled.Sleep before and after nights feels odd and fragile.Recognizing that “this is biologically unnatural” is key: you’re not weak; you’re fighting physiology. 🏥How This Applies to the Emergency Department or ICU? Performance & safetySleep deprivation:Slows reaction time and increases error rate.Impairs risk assessment and complex decision-making.Drops your frustration tolerance with consultants, families, and staff.In both emergency medicine and critical care, that translates into:Anchoring on the wrong diagnosis.Missing subtle clinical changes.Snapping at a tech, nurse or resident and damaging team culture. Chronic health for chronic shift workLong-term sleep disruption is associated with:Hypertension, diabetes, obesity.Depression, anxiety, burnout.Arrhythmias (e.g., AFib) and increased stroke risk.Possibly increased all-cause mortality.You’re already in a high-stress, high-exposure specialty. Chronically poor sleep amplifies that risk profile and can end a career early—or make you miserable while you’re still in it.Culture of “heroics” vs. healthSkipping sleep to pick up extra shifts, late meetings, or “just one more note” is often praised.We rarely celebrate:The attending who says “no” to a 2 pm meeting post-nights.The resident who defends their blackout-curtains-and-earplugs routine. 🛏️Different Ways to Improve Your Sleep Clarify your “sleep non-negotiables”Decide how many hours you realistically need to function (e.g., 7–9 on off days, realistic blocks on nights).Treat those hours as you would a procedure time—blocked, protected, and respected.Use caffeine like a drug, not a reflexAim for ≤ 2 cups equivalent on most days.Avoid caffeine within 4–6 hours of your planned sleep time (remember: it can hang around up to 12 hours).Consider scheduling caffeine for:Early in the shift for alertness.Strategic “coffee naps” (see below), not late-night chugging.Respect alcohol’s impact on sleepRecognize that even small to moderate doses degrade sleep architecture.Avoid using alcohol as a “sleep aid”—you’ll fall asleep faster but sleep worse.If you do drink, separate it from bedtime and keep it modest.Optimize food and fluid timingHydrate consistently on shift, but taper fluids ~4 hours before bed to reduce nocturnal bathroom trips.Avoid heavy, spicy, or large meals within 2–3 hours of sleep to decrease reflux and discomfort.Plan a light, balanced “pre-sleep” snack if going to bed hungry keeps you awake.Move your body (but not right before bed)Regular exercise improves sleep depth and latency.Try to avoid intense workouts within 2 hours of bedtime.On shift: micro-movement (stairs, brisk walks between pods, quick stretch sessions) can help alertness without wrecking sleep later.Control light exposureMaximize sunlight or bright light after waking (even if that’s 3–4 pm after a night).Minimize bright light and screens before sleep:Dim lights.Use night mode/blue-light filters if you must scroll.For daytime sleep:Use blackout curtains, tinfoil, cardboard, or sleep masks.Yes seriously use tinfoil if you have to, we talk about it on the podcast episode!Aim for “I might be blind” darkness—so dark you can’t see your hand in front of your face.Dial in your sleep environmentCool room temperature (fan or AC if possible).White noise or sound machine to mask household/traffic noise.Earplugs and eye masks as needed.Bed used primarily for sleep (and sex)—not for charting, doom scrolling, or email.Strategic power napsKeep naps ≤ 20–30 minutes to avoid sleep inertia.Prefer early-afternoon or pre-night-shift naps.Coffee nap strategy:Drink a small coffee.Immediately lie down for a 20–30 min nap.Wake up as the caffeine kicks in, combining nap benefit + stimulant.Thoughtful melatonin useRemember melatonin is a hormone, not a vitamin gummy.Lower doses often work as well as (or better than) large OTC doses.Use it intentionally and intermittently, not as a crutch every night.Over-reliance may reduce your own natural production and its effectiveness over time.Build pre-sleep ritualsRepeated, calming habits signal your body it’s time to downshift:Warm shower, gentle stretching, or yoga.Guided breathing or body scan.Brief journaling or “brain dump” of tasks to get them out of your head and onto paper.Protect from pathologic patternsIf despite consistent effort you:Snore heavily, stop breathing, or gasp in sleep.Feel excessively sleepy driving home or at work.Cannot fall asleep or stay asleep for weeks to months.Consider evaluation for sleep apnea, insomnia, or shift-work sleep disorder with your physician or sleep specialist. ⏩Immediate Action Steps for Before/During/After Your Next Shift 1. **Before the Shift**: Plan a 20–90 minute nap before your first night shift (many clinicians find 3–5 hours earlier in the day is ideal).I treat ED and ICU shifts very differently. I always sleep 3-5 hours before my night shifts aiming for the full 5 (sometimes 6 or more) hours for my ED shifts because you always have to be “on”. Depending on the ICU I’m working in, I may have a bit more downtime so 3 to 5 hours is plenty.Set a caffeine plan: decide in advance when your last dose will be (e.g., none after 2–3 am if sleeping at 8–9 am).Tell your household, “This is my sleep block” and agree on a plan for kids, pets, deliveries, etc.On my calendar, I completely block off time called “Pre-call sleep” so no meetings can be scheduled and then put my phone in airplane mode2. **During the Shift** Hydrate early; taper fluids in the last 3–4 hours of your shift Eat something light but adequate; avoid “last-minute” heavy meals right before sign-out.Build in micro-breaks and movement: one or two short walks, a few stretches, even a quick stair run if safe.Get outside or near a window for a few minutes of light exposure if possible.3. **After the Shift**On the way home:Use sunglasses to reduce bright morning light if you’re aiming for sleep soon.Avoid “just checking” email or messages; shift into wind-down mode.At home:Do a brief, calming decompression (shower, light snack, 10–15 minutes of low-stimulation TV or reading).Make your room cold, quiet, and dark (blackout curtains, tinfoil/cardboard, white noise, fan).Put your phone on Do Not Disturb and physically place it away from the bed.On my calendar, I completely block off time called “Post-call sleep” so again no meetings can be scheduled and then I personally don’t just put my phone on Do Not Disturb but rather in airplane mode and WIFI OFF If you can’t sleep after ~20–30 minutes:Get out of bed, do something calming in dim light (breathing, gentle stretching, journaling).Return to bed when sleepy—this trains your brain to associate bed with sleep, not frustration. Conclusion Rest and sleep are both critical—but they’re not interchangeable. Rest helps you step out of the constant “on” of our jobs, while sleep is the biological intervention that restores your ability to show up safely and sustainably. Rest ≠ sleep. Rest reduces load; sleep repairs your brain and body. You need both, on purpose.As EM and ICU clinicians, we’re trying to perform formula-one-level medicine with engines that often only see half their maintenance. You won’t fix shift work. You can build a sleep system that respects your biology, your schedule, and your life at home.That system starts with valuing sleep, then prioritizing it, personalizing it, trusting the process when it’s imperfect, and actively protecting both your routine and your mindset. 🚨 Clinical Bottom Line Sleep is medicine. Shift work is biologically unnatural. Struggling does not mean you’re weak; it means you’re human fighting physiology. Use your tools deliberately. Caffeine, naps, light, food, movement, melatonin, and environment can be leveraged—or can quietly sabotage you. Build and defend a personalized sleep routine. Communicate it, normalize it, and protect it from casual encroachment. You can’t control every trauma, code, or admission—but you can control how seriously you take your own recovery. Your patients, your team, and your future self all benefit when you do. Further Reading Espie CA. The ‘5 principles’ of good sleep health. J Sleep Res. 2022 Jun; PMID: 34676592Solodar, J“Sleep hygiene: Simple practices for better rest.” Harvard Health, 31 January 2025 Link is HereSuni, E.“Mastering Sleep Hygiene: Your Path to Quality Sleep.” Sleep Foundation, 7 July 2025, Link is Here Meet the Authors Mark Ramzy, DO Co-Editor-in-Chief Cardiothoracic Intensivist and EM Attending RWJBH / Rutgers Health, Newark, NJ Maureen Aiad, DO Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine, New York Amil Badoolah, DO Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine, New York REBEL Core Cast 119.0 – Sleep Hygiene REBEL Core Cast 119.0 – Sleep Hygiene Click here for Direct Download of ... Read More The post REBEL MIND – How to Sleep When the World Says You Can't appeared first on REBEL EM - Emergency Medicine Blog.

Are you waiting for your partner to “get it” before you can finally move forward?In this powerful episode, Amie and Alana unpack the metaphor of “the waiting room” — where betrayed partners often pause their own healing while hoping their partner will eventually change.You'll learn:Why conditional healing keeps you stuckHow resentment builds when effort doesn't equal safetyThe role of attachment injuriesWhy nervous system healing must be internalHow to anchor in reality and reclaim agencyChapters01:37 The Waiting Room Concept03:14 Getting Hit By a Truck Analogy07:13 The Cost of Waiting09:30 Building Resentment11:34 Nervous System and Attachment Patterns14:51 Creating Internal Safety17:46 Fear of Healing Alone20:16 Leaving the Waiting Room23:22 Anchoring in RealityRegister Now!✨Courage to Thrive - This intensive brings together expert trauma specialists in the serene Utah mountains for a transformative experience that goes beyond healing—it's about getting your power back. Join other courageous women March 17th-20th, and leave with proven strategies, unshakeable boundaries, and renewed hope…because your story doesn't end with betrayal—it transforms into something powerful. 

This week on Hort Culture, Alexis and Brett take a deep dive into one of the most confusing — and emotional — topics in horticulture businesses: pricing. From credit card fees to bouquet tiers, they unpack how pricing isn't just about math… it's about psychology.The episode starts with the foundation every grower needs to hear: know your cost of production. If you don't know what it costs you to produce a cucumber, a bouquet, or a pint of blueberries, you can't build a sustainable business. Pricing below your costs simply isn't a long-term strategy for small farms and floral businesses.From there, the conversation shifts into smart pricing strategies that growers can actually use: Loss leaders – Like the classic $5 rotisserie chicken at the grocery store, certain products can bring customers in while higher-margin items carry the profitability. Anchoring & price framing – The order in which customers see prices matters. Showing a premium option first can make the mid-tier feel more reasonable. The “middle option” effect – When given three choices (basic, premium, deluxe), most customers gravitate toward the middle. That's often where you want your strongest margins. Decoy pricing – Introducing a strategically priced option can steer buyers toward the size or bundle you actually want to sell. Bundling – Salad kits, dinner boxes, or bouquet add-ons increase perceived value and simplify decisions for customers. Value naming – Words like “chef's blend,” “deluxe,” or “seasonal” elevate perceived value without changing your actual product.Throughout the episode, Alexis brings practical examples from the flower world—especially holiday bouquet pricing—while Brett connects the dots to ag economics principles and behavioral psychology.The big takeaway?Customers judge prices relatively, not absolutely. Thoughtful pricing structure can increase revenue without undercutting your value — and without sacrificing your margins.If you've ever wondered why customers hesitate at checkout, why bundles work so well, or how to stop underpricing your products, this episode will help you rethink how you present value.University of Kentucky Center for Crop Diversification Center for Crop Diversification Price ReportsQuestions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

Why did the "Wise of Heart" craft simple tent stakes? Discover how the Rebbe uncovers a transformative lesson in education: a teacher's job isn't done until the wisdom reaches the student's "heels," ensuring they stand firm against the winds of the world. https://www.torahrecordings.com/likutei-sichos/031/012_001

This week marks a small deviation from our reshare series because I wanted to bring you something timely and special.I had the opportunity to sit down with actor and filmmaker Daniel Roebuck, whose new film The Hail Mary just released in theaters today and will soon be available on streaming platforms like Amazon and Apple.Daniel is a husband, a father of two, a practicing Catholic, and a man who is unapologetic about his faith — even in Hollywood.He shared openly about growing up in Catholic school, being shaped by the prayers of faithful women, and how this newest film is deeply personal to him. He describes it as a love letter to the nuns who believed in him when he was young.

Step into a sacred space of soul coherence and divine alignment. In this guided Reiki journey, we traverse the Bridge of Light to the higher realms, releasing old stories at the River of Peace and anchoring your 2026 visions into physical structure and practical action. Companion Link: https://youtu.be/FHE0jJKie6U Key Insights The Power of Automatic Writing: Using the Reiki channel to allow information to flow through your pen without evaluation helps bridge the gap between spiritual guidance and physical clarity. The River of Peace: Manifestation requires a "cleaning of the slate." By placing old stories, fears of responsibility, and doubts of worthiness into the river, you create the necessary space for your vision to land. Entrainment on the Bridge: The Bridge of Light serves as a frequency-matching tool. As you cross, you entrain your energy to your "authentic self," ensuring that the vision you bring back is aligned with your soul's truth. Vision as Structure: In the Field of Opportunities, vision moves from imagination to architecture. This journey helps identify the specific structures and practical steps needed this week to make your manifestation real. People Also Ask (FAQ) What is automatic writing in a Reiki journey? Automatic writing is a practice where you place pen to paper and allow Reiki to channel information through you without judgment. It helps bypass the analytical mind to receive direct insights about your path. How does Reiki help with the "Great Shift" of 2026? Reiki provides a stable frequency of divine love and higher consciousness. By entraining to these frequencies, you can remain centered and focused on your personal vision even when collective energy feels uncertain. Why is releasing "stories" important for manifestation? Visions often stall because they are trying to occupy the same space as old beliefs. The River of Peace practice allows you to dissolve those stories so your new vision has the energetic room to take form. ✨Connect with Colleen and Robyn  Classes: https://reikilifestyle.com/classes-page/ FREE Distance Reiki Share: https://reikilifestyle.com/community/  Podcast: https://reikilifestyle.com/podcast/ (available on all major platforms too) Website: https://reikilifestyle.com/ **DISCLAIMER** This episode is not a substitute for seeking professional medical care but is offered for relaxation and stress reduction, which support the body's natural healing capabilities. Reiki is a complement to and never a replacement for professional medical care. Colleen and Robyn are not licensed professional health care providers and urge you to always seek out the appropriate physical and mental help professional health care providers may offer. Results vary by individual.

Most investors think their biggest losses come from bad picks. They don't. They come from blind spots. In this episode, Andy Tanner, Corey Halliday, and Noah Davidson unpack the psychological traps that quietly sabotage traders and investors. Sunk cost fallacy. Anchoring to past prices. Averaging down to "get back to even." Overconfidence disguised as conviction. These aren't strategy problems. They're belief problems. You'll hear why price alone tells you nothing about value. Why holding a loser to avoid admitting you're wrong is often the costliest decision you can make. And why the real edge in trading isn't prediction — it's risk management. The conversation moves beyond tactics and into self-awareness. Because markets don't just test your capital. They test your identity. Are you managing risk — or defending your ego?
Are you following a plan — or reacting to discomfort? This episode isn't about a new indicator or a better entry signal. It's about understanding how your own thinking can distort decision-making — and how disciplined investors structure their process to prevent small errors from becoming permanent damage. The market is rarely the enemy. Unexamined assumptions are. Want to Learn More? – Explore free education and tools at cashflowbonus.com to strengthen your investing foundation – Keep building your financial education at yourinvestingclass.com.

I loved this episode. In this conversation, I'm joined by Samantha Thomas, founder of MyndGym, to talk about mental fitness and why it matters so much during divorce and separation. When you're navigating a major life change, your nervous system narrows. Your window of tolerance shrinks. Everything feels heavier. More urgent. Harder than it "should". Sam explains the difference between mental health and mental fitness and why small, repeatable daily practices build real capacity when you're overwhelmed. We cover: Why rest is productive What's happening in your nervous system during separation How to regulate before making big decisions Why journaling helps (and why you can throw the paper away) Simple tools beyond meditation Anchoring into your values when identity feels shaky The "Ta-Da List" for when you feel behind A powerful 3-minute reset Why gratitude might be the smallest habit that changes everything If you're functioning but exhausted this episode is for you. You can find MyndGym at: myndgym.life (Mind is spelled with a "y"). Host: Nikki Parkinson, TEDx Speaker, Divorce Doula, Coach and Founder of The Divorce and Separation Hub. The Divorce and Separation Hub Website The Divorce and Separation Hub Instagram The Divorce and Separation Hub Facebook The Divorce and Separation Hub Linkedin Join our Divorce and Separation community HERE. Watch Nikki's TEDx Talk HERE. Guest: Samantha Thomas, Founder of MyndGym. Meet Sam - She is a a life coach, certified youth mentor, and founder of MyndGym - a mental fitness gym with classes every day in journaling, coaching, meditation and breathwork. She believes that for people to be truly well, they need to prioritise and nurture the relationship they have with themselves and practice the little things that help their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. MyndGym is her chance to help people exercise their mental fitness on a regular basis, so they can feel better and supported in their lives. myndgym.life Instagram @mynd.gym Instagram @samanthalthomas_ Loved This Episode? Support the podcast by subscribing, leaving a five-star review, and sharing it with someone who could use a little extra support right now. This episode is produced by Dan King of Dan King Productions. This episode is sposnored by Simple Separation, the smarter way to separate. Simple Separation is an online, fixed-fee service designed to help Australian couples finalise their divorce and separation respectfully, collaboratively, and without the stress of going to court. From property settlements and parenting plans to child support and divorce applications, everything you need is under one roof, saving you time, money, and unnecessary conflict. Book your free consultation today to find out if Simple Separation is right for your situation at simple-separation.com.au. Disclaimer I hope you enjoyed the podcast today. The information we discussed today was just that information only. It is not specific advice. If you take action following something you heard today, it is important to make sure you get professional advice about your unique situation before you proceed, whether that advice be legal, financial, accounting, medical or other advice. Please reach out to me if you have any questions or if there's another topic you'd like explored.

Episode Overview In this special birthday edition, we pause to celebrate the gift of another year of life and health while leaning into the beautiful, often messy reality of motherhood. For the "solo mom" navigating a relentless schedule, the pressure to maintain a robust, traditional spiritual life can frequently lead to burnout rather than peace. In this episode I address the universal struggle of trying to foster a spiritual rhythm when your energy is completely depleted. By introducing the strategic concept of "tiny habits," I explore how to move away from spiritual stagnation and toward a sustainable, vibrant faith. Instead of viewing devotions as another daunting task on an overflowing to-do list, we look at how to anchor our families in Christ through the small, manageable "pockets of time" we already have.Episode At-A-GlanceThe Birthday Pivot: How to cultivate a heart of gratitude in the midst of the solo-mom marathon.The "Tiny Habit" Framework: Why "quick wins" are the essential antidote to spiritual exhaustion for busy parents.Incidental Discipleship: Simple questions that help your child understand their place in God's kingdom.Scripture-Based Conflict Resolution: Moving from reactive yelling to proactive character building.Mastering the 3:00 AM "Worry Drop-Off": A visualization technique to transform midnight panic into restorative prayer.Special Birthday Giveaway: How to claim your free chapters of the Courage to Believe devotional.While we celebrate the milestones of a new year, we must also navigate the daily terrain of motherhood, which often feels more like a survival race than a celebration.The Reality of the "Solo Mom" Devotional StruggleTraditional devotional models—often requiring long periods of uninterrupted silence and deep study—frequently fail the modern parent because they don't account for the "real life" exhaustion of managing a household alone. Acknowledging this struggle is not a sign of failure but a crucial step toward genuine spiritual growth. When we stop pretending we have the energy for hour-long prayer sessions after a twelve-hour day, we can finally meet God where we actually are: in the midst of our tiredness.The host candidly shares the common pitfalls of this season, such as falling asleep mid-prayer. She recounts times of falling asleep on her knees and finding herself "saying rubbish" because her mind was too foggy to function—and then imagining God laughing at her with grace and love. These moments of "falling flat on your face" serve as a vital catalyst. They push us to stop seeking the "perfect" devotional time and start looking for "quick wins" that provide immediate relief."Faith isn't just for Sunday mornings. It happens in the margins of our day."Acknowledging these struggles allows us to pivot from guilt to grace, leading us to three stress-free strategies that fit into the actual life of a busy parent.Strategy 1: The Five-Minute Spiritual Check-InThe first strategy focuses on the value of "incidental discipleship." This involves utilizing the natural pauses in your day—whether sitting at the dinner table or driving the kids to a school activity—to foster spiritual curiosity. Rather than a formal lesson, this is about weaving

Rachel Morarjee, former journalist and friend of the show, talks with J about the arc of gen-xer perspectives on yoga and the world. They discuss receiving shaktiput, the early yoga scene in china, external gurus and choosing teachers, expressions of authority, developing a personal practice, transcending ego, chanting, death of retail, spirituality and faith, battle for souls, meeting challenges of modern society, devotion to God, fall of the yoga masters, life stages, and facing darkness by anchoring yourself to a source of grace.   To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM. Say thank you - buy J a coffee. Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.    

In this powerful interview, Amanda Ellis joins Emilio Ortiz on the Just Tap In Podcast to explore what 2026 is revealing and why this cycle marks a profound shift in human consciousness. Guided by Archangel Metatron, Amanda shares insights on accelerated timelines, solar and lunar light codes, color frequencies, Christ consciousness, and the collective initiation unfolding now. Together, they unpack why chaos, disclosure, and emotional intensity are not signs of collapse, but catalysts for sovereignty, remembrance, and the emergence of a new human template rooted in heart-led awareness and unity.✦ Learn more about The Deep Dive Membership | https://iamemilioortiz.com/the-deep-dive/This conversation bridges grounded integration with higher-dimensional insight, touching on ego death, planetary shifts, solar activity, and the role of color, sound, and geometry in supporting the nervous system during rapid awakening. Amanda delivers a Metatron transmission on the New Humanity, reminding us that the future is not something we wait for, but something we embody through courage, compassion, and conscious choice. If you sense that 2026–2030 marks a turning point, this episode offers clarity and a steady anchor for navigating change with wisdom rather than fear.___________________PODCAST CHAPTERS00:00 – Amanda Ellis Intro3:45 – How Humanity Responds to Global Chaos4:55 – Conscious Evolution & Becoming Aware of Technological Shifts6:42 – Metatron, AI & the Initial Resistance to New Frequencies9:32 – Disclosure, Earth Changes & Staying Open to the Unknown10:39 – Amanda's First Conscious Connection With Archangel Metatron (2005)12:02 – Why Metatron Appears During Major Life Transitions16:52 – Is Metatron False Light? 19:22 – Birth of a New World & Accelerated Timeline Shifts20:18 – 2026–2030: The Tsunami Wave of Consciousness22:02 – Earth Changes, Patriarchal Collapse & Collective Fear24:08 – Mental Health, Chaos & Anchoring in the Heart25:48 – Trusting the Younger Generations & Humanity's Resilience27:08 – Reading Current Events Through a Spiritual Lens30:00 – Freedom of Speech & Energy Sovereignty34:14 – Christ Consciousness Beyond Religion35:00 – Light Codes, Solar Activity & Planetary Support38:25 – Solar Flares & Color as Healing Medicine41:18 – Solar Light Integration & Nervous System Regulation42:56 – Sun, Moon & Light as Conscious Healers45:11 – Why 2026 Is the Year of Yellow47:42 – Energy Boundaries, Fear & Self-Mastery52:27 – Dark Night of the Soul & Initiation Cycles56:10 – Respecting the Darkness as a Teacher58:22 – Compassion, Self-Sabotage & Remembering the Tools1:03:08 – Guides, Presence & Spiritual Support in Low Points1:08:09 – Alchemy, Trauma & Transforming Pain Into Purpose1:08:52 – Metatron on the New Humanity (Channeled Message)1:12:17 – Birthing the New Earth Through Love1:20:42 – Oracle Card Pull: Earth, Fire & Moon Energies1:24:24 – How to Know an Initiation Is Complete___________________Guests: Amanda Ellis ✦ Website | https://www.amandaellis.co.uk/✦ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/angeliccelestialcolours/✦ YouTube |  @AmandaEllis  ✦ Angelic Celestial Colours | https://angeliccelestialcolours.co.uk/✦ Archangel Metatron's Self Mastery Oracle Deck | https://angeliccelestialcolours.co.uk/products/archangel-metatron-self-mastery-oracle-cardsHost: Emilio Ortiz✦ IG | https://www.instagram.com/iamemilioortiz/✦ Subscribe to Channel | https://www.youtube.com/EmilioOrtiz___________________© 2026 Emilio Ortiz. All rights reserved. Content from Just Tap In Podcast is protected under copyright law.Legal Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by guests on Just Tap In are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Emilio Ortiz or the Just Tap In Podcast. All content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

In this powerful interview, JJ Brighton joins Emilio Ortiz on the Just Tap In Podcast to explore the growing awareness that humanity may be approaching a pivotal convergence point — one that echoes ancient cycles tied to Atlantis, timeline bifurcation, and the emergence of what many traditions call the Golden Timeline. Rather than fear-based predictions, this episode dives into consciousness mechanics: how collective choice, coherence, and awareness determine which future humanity stabilizes into. Together, they unpack recurring archetypal events, planetary memory, and why so many people are suddenly feeling a deep sense of remembrance, urgency, and responsibility at this moment in history.✦ LIVE IN-PERSON: Join JJ and Emilio at the Conscious Life Expo in Los Angeles (February 21st, 2026) to explore the rise of crystalline children and what it means for humanity's future | https://consciouslifeexpo.com/?ref=ymrhndyThis conversation bridges ancient knowledge and modern awakening, touching on Atlantis, multidimensional timelines, quantum choice points, collective consciousness, disclosure, and the role of embodied humans during periods of planetary transition. JJ shares insights on why certain “events” appear to repeat across civilizations, how they can be consciously navigated, and what it truly means to align with a higher evolutionary trajectory. This episode is not about predicting catastrophe — it's about understanding the deeper invitation humanity is being offered right now.___________________PODCAST CHAPTERS00:00 – JJ Brighton Intro2:25 – The Global Era of Change 4:38 – The Golden Timeline & Harmonizing Shadow and Light7:31 – Soul Convergence & Awakening the Inner Master8:24 – Children Carrying Multidimensional Templates12:20 – Breaking the Illusion of the Generation Gap15:27 – Ancient Initiations & Remembering Past Lives16:38 – Atlantis, Egypt & the Concept of the Ancient Future19:14 – The True Wound of Atlantis29:16 – Spiritual Bypassing & Forcing Ascension Today34:16 – Nervous System Capacity & DNA-Level Remembrance35:42 – Sovereignty, Integration & Gentle Awakening37:39 – Anchoring the Codexes & the Arrival of 3I/ATLAS38:47 – The Diamond Sapphire Codex Explained42:55 – Light Language, Non-Verbal Codes & Translation48:47 – Cosmic Roots & Communicating Beyond Humanity52:48 – Language, Time & Rewriting Reality59:12 – Telepathic Children & Image-Based Communication1:05:24 – Conscious Life Expo & Live In-Person Activation1:15:26 – Unlearning Perfection to Meet the New Children1:17:07 – Stillness as the Most Powerful Human Choice___________________Guest: JJ Brighton | Activations with JJ ✦ Website | https://www.activationswithjj.com/✦ Courses | https://www.activationswithjj.com/offerings✦ Retreats & Excursions | https://www.activationswithjj.com/retreats-excursions✦ Activations with JJ Podcast | https://www.activationswithjj.com/podcast✦ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/activationswithjj/✦ Linktree | https://linktr.ee/activationswithjj Host: Emilio Ortiz✦ IG | https://www.instagram.com/iamemilioortiz/✦ Subscribe to Channel | https://www.youtube.com/EmilioOrtizSpecial Offerings to Support the Show:✦ Make a One-Time or Recurring Donation on PayPal

Join the full co-hosting team—Grant Boyden, Alan Blake from Blake's Marine, and fishing pioneer Kieran Reekie—for the February 21st edition of The High Tide Podcast. We kick off the show with blue-ribbon Sydney conditions and a deep dive into the late summer fishing groove.Inside this episode:Live from the Gippsland Lakes: Co-host Alan Blake checks in from the deck of Gollara at Metung. He delivers a vital Tech Topic on Anchoring, explaining the "3-to-1" scope rule and why your anchor is your boat's ultimate piece of safety equipment.The Investigation Files: The team sits down with Angus Mitchell, Chief Commissioner of the ATSB. Angus provides an exclusive look at transport safety investigations, the qualifications required for the job, and an update on the ongoing search for MH370.Port Stephens Local Intel: Matt from Duff's Salamander Bait and Tackle joins Grant, Alan, and Kieran to discuss 10kg Jewfish, the $50,000 Blue Marlin shootout, and the rising costs of custom rod building.Parliamentary Firebrand: Mark Banasiak MLC joins the co-hosts for a heated discussion on the "willful neglect" of the NSW Abalone fishery and the legislative battles facing the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party in 2026.Kieran's Coast-to-Coast Report: Kieran Reekie provides a comprehensive fishing breakdown, covering everything from Mud Crabs on the Sunshine Coast to the red-hot Murray Cod bite in the Murrumbidgee.#HighTidePodcast #GrantBoyden #AlanBlake #KieranReekie #BlakesMarine #FishingNSW #PortStephens #MaritimeSafety #MarkBanasiak #BoatLife #FishingReport #AussieFishing

My guest today, Bofta Yimam, is an expert in owning your voice, so I was excited to have her on as a guest on the show. During our discussion, Bofta and I chatted about:A bit about her family and Ethiopian roots and what led her to a career in the newsWhat drove her to start her entrepreneurial journeyHow we can stop playing small and own our voicesThe importance of having a LinkedIn presenceWhat mistakes Bofta often sees when her clients try to build their brands onlineWhy it is important for you to have an online presence, whether you are building a business or are in the corporate worldIf speaking up or owning your voice is something you struggle with, please listen in.Here is more about Bofta:Bofta Yimam is an Emmy® and Edward R. Murrow Award-winning journalist, international speaker, and Founder of StoryLede. As the first Ethiopian-American newscaster to receive an Emmy, she helps leaders and business owners amplify their stories and boost visibility.With more than a decade reporting for outlets like CBS News and The Black News Channel, Bofta has covered historic moments from the White House to the 2020 election. As a former Capitol Hill Correspondent, she's known for her powerful storytelling and trusted voice on issues impacting communities of color.Today, Bofta is a sought-after speaker and corporate trainer who empowers entrepreneurs, nonprofit founders, and thought leaders to elevate their presence online, on stage, and in their industries—driving greater visibility, impact, and revenue.If the Brave Women at Work Podcast has helped you personally or professionally, please share it with a friend, colleague, or family member. And your ratings and reviews help the show continue to gain traction and grow. Thank you again!Don't forgot about the freebies on bravewomenatwork.com. There are 10 Tips to Win Your Next Negotiation, 24 Career and Leadership Tips, and 5 Ways to Manage Your Imposter Syndrome.And, last but not least, I am already receiving interest in Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Abundance! This will be the sixth book in the women's anthology series! This project will begin later this year in August 2026! If you have a story to share and a deep desire to become an author, please contact me at hello@bravewomenatwork.com. I am happy to share the details on the project.

What does resilience really look like inside a 140+ year-old media brand?In this episode of CMO Convo, we sit down with Finola McDonnell, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at the Financial Times, to explore how a legacy publisher stays relevant in an era defined by AI, platform disruption, and shifting audience behaviour.Finola shares how the FT differentiates between truth and trust — and why that distinction shapes everything from brand strategy to product decisions.→ Why trust is a strategic asset, not just a value statement→ How the FT balances AI adoption with human editorial oversight→ What brand really means in a subscription-led business→ How to lead teams through constant industry change→ Why CMOs in 2026 should double down on core strengths instead of chasing every fadThis is a conversation about discipline, identity, and building a brand people do not want to leave.

In this potent activation, Kailah breaks down the difference between leading your business from logical strategy (fear, programming, predictability) vs. leading from embodied feminine power (certainty, conviction, magnetism). She explores how subconscious fears and stored trauma sabotage launches, sales and visibility — and how shifting into womb-led leadership creates wildfire momentum, illogical success, and unstoppable confidence. This episode is for the woman whose next level requires her to stop outsourcing her power to external validation… and instead anchor into the frequency that bends reality and collapses time.

How did a divided Germany become a pillar of stability? Host Jadwiga Biskupska sits down with Ron Granieri to discuss his book, Adenauer's Heirs. They explore how the CDU/CSU anchored Germany to the West, proving modern debates on European unity are rooted in the Cold War.

"Hey – So what do you do?” Why is it that we always default to work when we get this question. its like many of us have let our jobs become the center of how we see ourselves. This slowly happens to many of us, as work occupies more mental and emotional space.I asked 50 people in martech and operations how they stay happy under sustained pressure. This 3 part series – titled “50 Operators share the systems that keep them happy” explores each of these layers through the lived experience of operators who feel the same pressure you probably feel right now.Today we close out the series with part 3: meaning. We'll hear from 19 people and we'll cover:(00:00) - Teaser (01:08) - Intro / In This Episode (04:27) - Rich Waldron: Auditing Whether Work Is Actually Moving (06:49) - Samia Syed: Tracking Personal Growth (08:33) - Jonathan Kazarian: Tracking Growth Across Life Health and Work (10:11) - Kim Hacker: Choosing Roles With Daily Visible Impact (12:21) - Mac Reddin: Checking Work Against 3 Personal Conditions (14:11) - Chris Golec: Choosing Early Stage Building Work (15:19) - Hope Barrett: Feeding curiosity across multiple domains (17:45) - Simon Lejeune: Treating work like a game (19:52) - Ana Mourão: A mental buffer between noticing and doing (21:46) - Tiankai Feng: Anticipation planning (25:30) - István Mészáros: Choosing Who You Are When Work Ends (29:52) - Danielle Balestra: Feeding Interests Unrelated to Work (31:42) - Jeff Lee: Continuing to Build Personal Projects After the Workday Ends (33:23) - John Saunders: Keeping a builder practice outside of work (34:41) - Ashley Faus: Group Creative Rituals Outside of work (37:40) - Anna Aubucho: Maintaining a second self through solo creative practice (39:56) - Ruari Baker: Preserving Identity Through Regular Travel (42:15) - Guta Tolmasquim: Building a personal product roadmap (45:37) - Pam Boiros: Feeding identities that have nothing to do with work (47:52) - Outro All that and a bunch more stuff after a quick word from 2 of our awesome partners.A lot of the operators I chatted with don't talk about happiness like it suddenly arrives. They describe it as something you feel when things actually start to move. Our first guest gets there right away by tying happiness directly to progress, the kind that tells you you're not stuck.Rich Waldron: Auditing Whether Work Is Actually MovingFirst up is Rich Waldron, Co-founder and CEO at Tray.ai. He's also a dad, and a mediocre golfer.Progress sits at the center of Rich's definition of career happiness. He treats it as a felt sense rather than a dashboard metric. When work advances in a direction that makes sense to him, his energy steadies. When that movement slows or stalls, frustration surfaces quickly and spreads into everything else. That feeling becomes a cue to examine direction rather than effort.“Happiness is mostly driven by progress.”That framing resonates because it names something many operators struggle to articulate. Long hours can feel sustainable when the work moves forward. Light workloads can feel draining when days repeat without traction. Progress gives work narrative weight. It answers a quiet internal question about whether today connects to something that matters tomorrow.Rich also points to patterns that erode meaning over time.Roles with little challenge dull attention, even when the pay is generous.Constant activity without visible change breeds irritation that lingers after work ends.Both conditions interrupt momentum. The mind keeps searching for movement that never arrives. Rest stops working because unresolved motion occupies every quiet moment.Progress also shapes identity beyond work. When things move in the right direction, attention releases its grip on unfinished problems. Rich links that release to showing up better at home. He describes being more present as a parent because mental energy is no longer trapped in work that feels stuck. Forward motion restores proportion. Work keeps its place as one part of a full life rather than the dominant one.Balance emerges as a byproduct of this orientation. You choose problems that move. You notice when progress fades. You adjust before frustration hardens into burnout. That rhythm preserves meaning over long career arcs and keeps work aligned with the person you want to remain.Key takeaway: Track progress as a signal of meaning. When your work moves in a direction you respect, it stays contained, your identity stays intact, and the rest of your life receives the attention it deserves.Samia Syed: Tracking Personal GrowthThat's Samia Syed, Director of Growth Marketing at Dropbox.  She's also a mother, outdoor fanatic, and an avid hiker.Progress became the scorecard Samia relies on to keep her career from consuming her sense of self. Early professional years trained her to chase perfection, because perfection looked measurable, respectable, and safe. That mindset quietly tightened the frame around what counted as a good day. Effort increased, expectations rose with it, and satisfaction stayed elusive because the standard never settled.Progress creates a different rhythm. It shows up in motion you can recognize without squinting. Samia pays attention to signals that accumulate instead of reset:Teams moving forward together rather than cycling through urgency.People developing judgment and confidence over time.Personal growth that feels lived-in rather than optimized.A child learning, changing, and surprising you in ways no metric could predict.That framing matters because it ties work back to a broader life rather than isolating it. Progress carries meaning when it connects professional effort to personal identity. Samia talks about watching her daughter grow with the same care she gives to her team's evolution. Growth becomes something you witness and participate in, rather than something you chase or defend. That mindset keeps work from becoming the only place where worth gets measured.“Anchoring on perfection as your metric for happiness sets you up for unhappiness. Progress is where I find it now.”Many careers quietly reward polish over development and composure over learning. Progress resists that pressure by valuing direction and continuity. It leaves room for ambition while protecting a sense of self that exists beyond job titles. You still push forward, but you also recognize that your life holds meaning across roles, seasons, and relationships that no performance system can fully capture.Key takeaway: Track progress instead of perfection. Pay attention to growth across work and life, because meaning comes from seeing yourself develop over time, not from chasing a standard that keeps moving.Jonathan Kazarian: Tracking Growth Across Life Health and WorkThat's Jonathan Kazarian, Founder & CEO of Accelevents. He's also father and a frequent sailor.Jonathan keeps work from consuming his identity by actively measuring progress in more than one place at the same time. He pays attention to movement in business, health, and personal life, and he revisits those signals regularly. That habit creates distance between who he is and what he works on. Work becomes one lane of progress instead of the entire road.Growth carries real weight in his thinking because it shows up as momentum you can feel. He talks about forward movement as something tangible, the sense that effort today pushes life somewhere better tomorrow. Setbacks still happen, but they do not erase t...

Send a textA holy God who calls sin “sin” leaves no room for our soft edges—and that's exactly where we begin. We push back on the modern habit of shrinking the gospel to a slogan while dodging the hard parts of Scripture. From the raw reality of abortion to the quiet ways we numb our conscience, we confront why polite evasions don't heal a wounded soul and why only Christ's blood can cleanse, reconcile, and restore a person to God.As the conversation deepens, we test our friendships and our courage. If staying in a Christian circle requires silence, is that fellowship or fear? We talk about media that dulls our senses, the idolatry of politicians dressed up as “pragmatism,” and the spiritual cost of hitching the church to any party platform. Our citizenship is in heaven, which means our mission cannot be outsourced to headlines or elections. We're here to preach a different government—the reign of the King of Kings—where truth is not a talking point and holiness is not optional.Anchoring it all is a biblical thread that still cuts: Samson betrayed by his own people, a pattern that anticipates Jesus being handed over. Cowardice often masquerades as wisdom. We expose the instinct to choose self-preservation over faith and recast courage as steady, focused obedience. Suffering will visit those who follow Christ, but despair doesn't have the final word. With clear-eyed hope, we call listeners to reject lukewarm living, speak the truth in love, and keep their zeal aimed at the real enemy, not at brothers or culture-war trophies.If this resonates, subscribe, share the episode with someone who needs clarity over comfort, and leave a review to help others find the show. What truth do you need courage to speak today?Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

My loves, welcome to a new week and another Meditation Monday on The Kirsty Gallagher Podcast. Each week, I will bring you a short meditation or practice to set you up for the week ahead. You can revisit this meditation as many times as you like.A big week this week with the Aquarius New Moon Solar Eclipse, Pisces season, and that once in a lifetime, Saturn-Neptune Conjunction. These are big times on Earth, and I want to remind you that your soul chose to be here on Earth at this time, and you have a part to play. We are taking back our power and making real the dream, creating New Earth. And so to help with that, here are some affirmations to do this week to anchor you into these new energies.❤️Crystal for this practice: Labradorite - awaken your intuition, activate your soul purpose and support you in stepping into your part in creating the New Earth.If you want to begin to remember, reclaim and rise - join us for the New Earth activation ritual for the Saturn-Neptune Conjunction on Monday 16th February.

Send a textWhat if your calendar didn't own your ministry — but served it?Welcome to the podcast garage Amanda Mejias! Lifeway Specialist for Girls' Ministry and Women in Youth Ministry. Check this pastoral note: We to need to make the move from submission (giving in after the fight) to surrender (choosing trust before the fight begins).In this episode, Zac and Amanda unpack a simple, repeatable framework to audit your year:Stop – Start – ChangeStop what burns energy without bearing fruit (even if it's beloved).Start where your God is calling you out: only when you have conviction and capacity.Change the good-but-not-great by adjusting structure, timing, and goals to serve outcomes that actually matter.We talk:Anchoring your plans to your church's missionWorking backward from your budget cycleDefining fruit before you planVolunteer buy-in and giving ideas real runwayWhy leaders must measure what mattersPlus, a live case study: Her Good Retreat — a focused gathering for women leading in youth and college ministry. Born from real needs (belonging, rest, targeted training), it models how vision, people, and place shape events that last.Key Points• the value of discipline through a swim lesson story• moving from submission to surrender• defining fruit before planning• annual audit using stop, start, change• aligning events to church mission• budgeting timelines and approvals• volunteer capacity and early buy-in• when to kill traditions and when to tweak what you inherited• launching Her Good Retreat for women in youth and college ministry• links to Youth Pastor Summit and  ExperienceCheck the links below for the Her Good Retreat this March, the Youth Pastor Summit locations in April, and the Preaching Experience in May. Like, rate, subscribe, and review, and we'll see you next timeHer Goodhttps://www.lifeway.com/en/events/her-good-retreatPreaching Experiencehttps://www.lifeway.com/en/events/experience-2026Support the showJoin the community!

How to Create New Beliefs (The Belief Ladder Explained)Why doesn't positive thinking work?In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin continue their series on beliefs by teaching The Belief Ladder—a gentle, structured way to create new beliefs without forcing yourself to believe something you don't yet believe.Last episode, we talked about how to challenge and break old beliefs.This week, we focus on the other half of the work: intentionally building new beliefs that lead to real, lasting change.You'll learn:•Why you can't jump straight from a limiting belief to an ideal one•What a ladder belief is (and why it works)•How God designed the mind to change through evidence, repetition, and safety•The 7 steps of the Belief Ladder:•Goal-setting with God•Identifying your current stuck belief•Naming the identity you're becoming•Creating believable “adjacent possible” thoughts•Building process beliefs•Gathering real evidence•Anchoring new identity beliefs•Why shame, perfectionism, and self-gaslighting keep people stuck•How to grow into a new identity without rejecting where you are nowThis process is especially powerful if you struggle with:•Self-doubt or shame•Perfectionism•Consistency and discipline•Fear of change•“I know what I should believe, but I don't yet”

This episode is a weak attempt to steady the room when everything feels like it's tilting into tribalism. With all the controversy on the two half-time shows, I decided to do some research on Kid Rock and Bad Bunny.  What started as a simple effort to understand a controversy grew into a deep, data-driven investigation, over twenty pages of notes, because I don't just want to give another lame opinion, but to offer something more backed by evidence than that.   How can believers of various stripes be so polarized that one group praises one half-time show while condemning the other, and another group does the exact reverse, each claiming moral or Christian justification?  Today we consider how political identity can hijack Christian discernment, like sports rivalries where "right" and "wrong" depend on which jersey you wear. Anchoring the entire conversation is Romans 14: "Blessed is the one who does not condemn himself by what he approves." What are we praising—publicly, loudly—and what might that praise be doing to our souls?  If you're tired of outrage, tired of "team politics," and ready for a thoughtful, Scripture-shaped lens on a cultural flashpoint, download Episode 1 and listen for the deeper question underneath the noise: 

This episode is a weak attempt to steady the room when everything feels like it's tilting into tribalism. With all the controversy on the two half-time shows, I decided to do some research on Kid Rock and Bad Bunny.  What started as a simple effort to understand a controversy grew into a deep, data-driven investigation, over twenty pages of notes, because I don't just want to give another lame opinion, but to offer something more backed by evidence than that.   How can believers of various stripes be so polarized that one group praises one half-time show while condemning the other, and another group does the exact reverse, each claiming moral or Christian justification?  Today we consider how political identity can hijack Christian discernment, like sports rivalries where "right" and "wrong" depend on which jersey you wear. Anchoring the entire conversation is Romans 14: "Blessed is the one who does not condemn himself by what he approves." What are we praising—publicly, loudly—and what might that praise be doing to our souls?  If you're tired of outrage, tired of "team politics," and ready for a thoughtful, Scripture-shaped lens on a cultural flashpoint, download Episode 1 and listen for the deeper question underneath the noise: 

New year, clear direction.In this episode of Our Uncommon Life, we're kicking off 2026 by sharing our words of the year , the anchors guiding how we approach business, marriage, and life over the next twelve months.Instead of resolutions, we focus on intention.Zac's word for 2026 is Intention : a reflection of his commitment to focus, make deliberate decisions, and pursue the goal of 10X growth in business and impact. It's about saying yes with purpose and no with confidence.Vena's word for the year is Steadfast : a commitment to digging in, staying grounded, and showing up consistently through growth, challenges, and long-term vision building. Not chasing shiny objects, but standing firm in what matters.This episode is a simple, honest conversation about choosing direction over pressure and using language to shape the year ahead.In this episode:Why we choose words instead of resolutionsZac's focus on Intention and scaling growthVena's commitment to Steadfast consistencyHow couples can align vision while pursuing individual goalsBecause at the end of the day ...The most important business we run is our marriage.

"I am the Violet Flame of Transmutation."

"I am the Violet Flame of Transmutation."

Send us a textWhat if the reason surrender feels fleeting isn't because you're failing… But because what God revealed was never anchored?In this episode, Chelsey teaches why revelation without anchoring always leads to drift, and how women unintentionally return to control, striving, and self-reliance—even after powerful moments with God.You'll learn why anchoring truth in gratitude, right order, and heart posture is the missing link between momentary surrender and lasting transformation. This episode breaks down what it actually means to be rooted and grounded in Christ—and how anchoring truth changes the way you show up in your faith, your marriage, and your emotional responses.If you've ever said, “I felt surrendered… but then I lost it,” this episode will show you why—and how to stop drifting back. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I help Christian wives surrender fully, live Spirit-led, and be set apart according to God's design in marriage, motherhood, and life."Ready for a next step? If this episode stirred something deeper and you're ready to move from insight into surrender, I created a short guided experience called From Awareness to Surrender. This mini course includes three short teachings, a guided exercise, and a prayer recorded over you to help you stop cycling and start responding differently—rooted in surrender, not striving.

This week's episode, When the Bagpipes Play: Owning the Moment, Moving through the Weight, Anchoring What Comes Next, is about the weight of losing brothers and sisters in public safety, the responsibility of planning line of duty death services, and how to move through grief in a healthier way.I break it down using a simple framework:Own where you are.Move through the weight together.Anchor what comes next with connection and support.This one is for those who have carried the flag, stood watch, or covered a shift so others could grieve.Godspeed y'all,Kevin

Julian, Madeline, and Emilio continue their cycle of Oscar-Worthy Rom-Coms with a Suggestion Box episode focusing on "The Apartment," Billy Wilder's unforgettable multi-Oscar-winning film from 1960. The trio dig into this classic tale of work-related romance by discussing its iconic performances from Jack Lemmon, Shirley MacLaine, and Fred MacMurray, the dynamics of the love triangle it portrays, and how the film's transgressive qualities stand the test of time. Anchoring the conversation are a slew of favorable comparisons to other films, new and old, along with appreciations of film's fine-tuned aesthetic details and a tally of a word Wilder and co-writer I.A.L. Diamond clearly relished in, suffix-wise...If you enjoy our podcast, please rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice. This really helps us find new listeners and grow!Follow us on YouTube, IG and TikTok: @sleeplesscinematicpodSend us an email at sleeplesscinematicpod@gmail.comOn Letterboxd? Follow Julian at julian_barthold and Madeline at patronessofcats

Do you ever feel like joy is just out of reach? Is it something you have to work for, fake, or wait for some future version of yourself to finally experience? Heather Creekmore gets it—and she’s opening up in this episode with honesty about her own struggles to feel true joy, even while doing “all the right things” as a Christian. In this episode, Heather Creekmore shares her journey through perfectionism, body image battles, and chasing joy through achievements, life changes, and even motherhood, only to find that joy can’t be manufactured through striving, positivity, or “arriving.” What actually blocks our joy, and how do we finally break free? You’ll hear: The difference between happiness and joy—why this matters more than you might think The three big “joy blockers” and how they can sneak into anyone’s life (even when you know all the right answers!) Vulnerable storytelling about wrestling with body image, marriage, and motherhood, and what happens when joy doesn’t show up as you hoped Practical, faith-based strategies for actually growing in joy—no matter what your circumstances Encouragement to stop chasing “just over yonder” happiness and instead, rest in the truth of where joy is really found A free resource just for you: The “Obsessed to Blessed” mini-course at improvebodyimage.com/obsessed-to-blessed, helping you bookend your search for joy and freedom from body image struggles Whether you’re feeling joyless, weighed down by shoulds, or just yearning for something real and lasting, this conversation is a hug for your soul and a nudge towards real hope. If you’re ready to stop comparing and start living, this episode is a must-listen. Resources Mentioned: Free Mini-Course: “Obsessed to Blessed” – learn more and sign up at improvebodyimage.com/obsessed-to-blessed Work with Heather and her team to find your joy. Learn more here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/christian-body-image-courses-and-coaching Don’t miss out—press play and rediscover the joy that’s closer than you think! Subscribe, share, and join the community as we break free from comparison and uncover the joy that lasts. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Laurie Krieg of the Center for Faith, Sexuality and Gender, author of "Raising Wise Kids in a Sexually Broken World," talks about what we can do the anchor our kids to have a wise and Biblically-sound understanding of human sexuality in a world with broken ideas around sexuality.  Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek, president of the University of Northwestern - St. Paul and Northwestern Media, talks about what it means to seek the shalom (peace) of the place we live in, even when the city your living in is facing such division and hardship.  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

Send us a textCriticism is one of the hardest parts of leadership that nobody really prepares you for. It's one thing to build systems, run a business, or make decisions. It's another thing entirely to stay grounded when people question you, misunderstand you, or speak about your work in ways that feel personal and painful.In this episode, we talk about what it actually feels like to be criticized when you're building something meaningful. We break down why criticism shows up more when you grow, why it often says more about the person speaking than the person building, and how easy it is to start shrinking when the noise gets loud.We also talk about protecting your energy, resisting the urge to explain yourself to everyone, and learning to let your work speak louder than your reactions.Leadership isn't about being liked. It's about being steady. And sometimes the strongest thing you can do is keep building quietly, even when it hurts.Your business should serve you, so that you can serve others. And your leadership should be strong enough to stand when the noise tries to shake it.Key TakeawaysCriticism usually shows up when you're becoming visible or growing.Nobody who is building more than you is trying to tear you down.Shrinking to avoid pain is more dangerous than standing through it.Leadership isn't about approval; it's about steadiness.The hive mindset feeds on insecurity and fear.Copying is often a way to avoid responsibility.You don't need to explain yourself to people committed to misunderstanding you.Protecting your energy is part of leadership.Let your work be louder than your reactions.Growth requires emotional strength, not just skill.Time Stamps00:00 — Why criticism hurts more than people admit 02:00 — Jen's opening take: protecting health and energy 05:00 — Todd's opening take: partnerships are 100/100 09:00 — Why criticism shows up when you grow 12:00 — “Nobody doing more than you is attacking you” 14:00 — The hive mindset and piling on 17:00 — Envy, fear, and scarcity thinking 20:00 — Why copying feels safer than leading 23:00 — Shrinking vs standing firm 26:00 — Why leaders don't explain themselves online 29:00 — Anchoring to your values 32:00 — Protecting your energy and choosing your rooms 35:00 — Mental health and processing pain 38:00 — Letting your work speak 41:00 — Final thoughts: build anywayLinks and Stuff:Our Newsletter Mentoring InquiriesFind more of our things:InstagramHello Hair Pro Website

In this special in-person interview, Jim Rickards breaks down why the Trump administration is far more strategic than the media portrays, explaining the "flood the zone" tactic and Scott Bessent's "Three Arrows" approach to bringing down the debt-to-GDP ratio. Jim dismantles the popular "debasement trade" narrative, revealing that foreign central banks are not dumping Treasuries and that the real risk lies in the Eurodollar market and the $1 quadrillion derivatives system underpinning global finance. He warns that stablecoins are quietly hoarding Treasury bills needed for collateral — and the risk of fraud waiting to blow up. On gold, Jim explains why $5,000 is just the beginning, making the case for $10,000 to $25,000 based on historical precedent from the 1970s when the dollar lost 94% of its value measured in gold. He also offers a bold prediction: the potential breakup of NATO as geopolitical alliances fracture under pressure. More about Rickards: Rickards is a New York Times bestselling author of Currency Wars: The Making of the Next Global Crisis and several other best-sellers, including The New Great Depression, Aftermath, The Road to Ruin, Death of Money, The New Case for Gold, Sold Out: How Broken Supply Chains, Surging Inflation, and Political Instability Will Sink the Global Economy, and his newest book MoneyGPT: AI and the Threat to the Global Economy. An investment advisor, lawyer, inventor, and economist, Rickards has held senior positions at Citibank, Long-Term Capital Management, and Caxton Associates. He is also the Editor of Strategic Intelligence, a widely-read financial newsletter. Links:  http://www.jamesrickardsproject.com/ https://x.com/RealJimRickardsTimestamps: 0:00 Intro 2:33 Why the second Trump term is different from the first 5:25 The Heritage Foundation and Project 2025 6:45 Executive orders and legislative wins 8:20 Federal courts and the Supreme Court battles 9:49 The economy: Is it really chaos? 11:32 The national debt: Why $39 trillion isn't the number to watch 13:45 The debt-to-GDP ratio explained 15:30 The Keynesian multiplier and diminishing returns 17:38 How we fixed the debt ratio after WWII (1945-1980) 18:36 Scott Bessent's "Three Arrows" strategy 19:19 The debasement trade: Why it's a false narrative 21:15 Are foreign central banks dumping Treasuries? (No) 23:15 What triggers a financial panic 24:45 How the Fed actually "prints money" 26:30 The Eurodollar market: Where real money comes from 28:00 The $1 quadrillion derivatives market 30:15 Stablecoins: The hidden risk in crypto 33:24 Tether's commercial paper problem 35:37 Gold: Why it's really moving 37:45 The Russian asset freeze and its unintended consequences 42:26 Gold does well in deflation too 45:48 The first Pentagon financial war game (2009) 49:54 Gold's trajectory: $10,000 to $25,000 or higher 51:45 The 1970s: When gold went up 2,700% 55:30 Anchoring bias and why $1,000 jumps get easier 56:33 Jim Rogers on the 50% retracement rule 58:49 Silver: Precious metal meets industrial input 63:21 Bold prediction: The potential breakup of NATO 67:34 Parting thoughts: True diversification

George Friedman of Geopolitical Futures discusses the shifting global order in this essential conversation. He explains why the world is "re-anchoring" away from the Cold War framework, how Russia's failure in Ukraine has ended its status as a global power, and why the US-China relationship is now the defining geopolitical dynamic of our era.

In this episode, we dive into the dynamic relationship between sales and negotiation with expert guest Ted Stephany. We uncover strategies for preparing to face professional buyers, mastering deal time engineering, and leveraging anchoring techniques to maximize outcomes. Through real-world examples and actionable insights, we learn how mindset, preparation, and value-driven conversations can unlock stronger negotiation results and build lasting professional credibility.Timestamps:(00:00) - Michael Reddington introduces Ted Stephany.(02:50) - Differences between sales and negotiation.(07:22) - Preparing for professional buyers is discussed.(10:12) - Importance of asking buyers about their process.(16:12) - Mindset in negotiation and handling negative expectations.(21:02) - Deal time engineering strategies are explained.(25:08) - Anchoring tactics for negotiation are covered.(34:28) - Controlling the pricing conversation and discount strategies.(41:13) - The impact of pricing consistency on reputation.(47:47) - Key negotiation planning points and making buyers champions.Links and Resources:Ted Stephany | LinkedInTed Stephany | B2B SaaS NegotiationsSponsor Links:InQuasive: http://www.inquasive.com/Humintell: Body Language - Reading People - HumintellEnter Code INQUASIVE25 for 25% discount on your online training purchase.International Association of Interviewers: Home (certifiedinterviewer.com)Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

In the second part of this miniseries, Join Brent Daniels and Cody Sperber as they break down the "200-to-1" rule. Learn how to transform phone calls into a profit powerhouse, build a real estate empire through consistent sourcing, and master the art of influence on every call. Listen now!Own the real estate game and become an expert by joining the TTP training program. ---------Show notes:(0:50) Beginning of today's episode(2:16) Where to find the leads: Identifying high cash-buying activity and investor groups (4:32) Why 80% of first deals come from "Driving for Dollars" (6:22) The conveyor belt of opportunity: 14 million distressed properties in the U.S. (10:24) Why wholesalers provide massive value to fix-and-flippers (16:11) The $9,000 Deal: When a seller just wants you to "win" (18:32) Hourly rates: Why making calls pays the equivalent of $1,000 per hour (20:32) The 6 goals of your first phone call with a seller (22:31) The 7-38-55 Rule: How tonality and physiology dominate your communication (23:26) Anchoring higher authority: Using a "business partner" to win negotiations ----------Resources:Deal AutomatorCody Sperber on InstagramCody's Contracts – codyscontract.com Mojo DialerTo speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community are endless, what are you waiting for?

Send us a textThe sky is loud, and so are our bodies. As solar flares and geomagnetic storms ripple through the planet, I trace how that external surge mirrors an internal one: ringing ears, buzzing skin, racing thoughts, and old habits knocking like they own the place. I open up about a week of paradoxes—wanting change while choosing the opposite—and why it doesn't mean failure. It's the friction of transition: the old identity 95% gone, the new self alive but not fully embodied, and the mind trying to manage what the body and spirit are still integrating.So, if you're feeling unmoored, scattered, or flooded by contradiction, consider this your invitation to breathe, re-center, and claim the gentle discipline of small wins. Hit play, travel the paradox with me, and then tell me: what are you anchoring over the next 40 days? If this resonated, subscribe, share with a friend who needs it, and leave a review to help others find the show. And as always, my wish and prayer for ya'll is....That you have the greatest health and vibrant energy today and everyday and PEACE!Support the show

This week is bringing us the first new moon of the year - and the energy surrounding it is pragmatic, practical and structured. That gives us the perfect window of opportunity to create a routine for our big goals of 2026. What are you planning for long-term? And what structure do you need to get those wheels turning? Tune in to begin. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if the answer to your racing thoughts isn't fighting them—but watching them float by?In this week's free meditation for Mental Wellness Month, Karena guides you through a powerful practice designed for anyone whose mind won't shut up. This session teaches you to observe your thoughts without getting swept away by them—whether it's worry, planning, or that relentless inner critic. If you've been feeling mentally overwhelmed or caught in cycles of rumination, this 10-minute practice will help you remember: you are not the noise in your head. You are the one witnessing it.How do you create peace when your mind feels like chaos?Peace doesn't come from silencing your mind. It comes from changing your relationship with it.(00:00) Setting the Intention: Mental Wellness Month & Weekly MeditationsCreating space for mindfulness, stress reduction, and mental well-beingPerfect for seasoned meditators and complete beginners alike(02:00) The Stream Visualization: Watching Your Thoughts Like Leaves on WaterFinding stillness in your body and releasing physical tensionThe powerful metaphor of sitting beside a streamLearning to notice thoughts (worry, planning, self-doubt) without catching or fixing themUnderstanding that you are the observer of your thoughts(06:00) Anchoring in Awareness: Returning to PresenceRepeating the mantra: "I am not my thoughts. I am the awareness behind them."Understanding that 80,000-100,000 thoughts per day is normalUsing breath as your anchorIf this episode moved you, please consider supporting The Big Silence Foundation and exploring our resources:Connect with The Big Silence CommunityOrder: The Big Silence Memoir audiobookShop The Big Silence Self Love CollectionSubscribe on YouTubeDonate to The Big Silence FoundationFind exclusive offers from our supporters: https://thebigsilence.com/pages/our-podcast-partnersShow Resources:

Episode #469: “This is not simply about solving the conflict, but about understanding the conflict to begin with,” explains Bhanubhatra “Kaan” Jittiang, an assistant professor of political science at Chulalongkorn University and director of the Nelson Mandela Center for Conflict Resolution and Human Security. He argues that most external efforts to mediate or manage Myanmar's conflict fail because they begin from the false assumption that Myanmar functions as a centralized, coherent nation-state. In his view, this assumption collapses because Myanmar is structurally complex, rapidly changing, and shaped by fragmented authority, layered identities, and long-normalized violence. Any workable approach, he insists, must start from how power, legitimacy, and survival actually operate, rather than from abstract peace formulas or standardized political templates. Kaan describes that Myanmar is often perceived in Thailand as a centralized state similar to Thailand itself, with ethnic diversity acknowledged but poorly understood in political terms. Descriptions of Myanmar as “federal,” he argues, are filtered through a centralized Thai frame that mistakes rhetoric for lived governance. This frame breaks down in practice. During early fieldwork after the coup, he encountered a dense landscape of armed groups and organizations that defy simple categorization. That confusion becomes emblematic of Myanmar's reality: political and social organization operates through overlapping layers, and distinctions within ethnic groups matter deeply for authority and representation. Kaan argues that this complexity defines the conflict itself. Simplifying Myanmar leads outsiders to false solutions such as “bringing everyone to the table” without confronting who “everyone” actually is. He also emphasizes how quickly conditions change, warning that static narratives lead actors to misread shifts in control and governance. “In just two to three weeks, things change,” he notes. Anchoring his analysis regionally, he argues that Thailand experiences Myanmar's crisis as a direct security pressure, rather than as a pressing tragedy. Capital-focused engagement, he contends, misreads a fragmented reality shaped largely at the border. Turning to humanitarian and security policy, he insists that long-term displacement demands investment in dignity, livelihoods, and prevention, not emergency response alone. He concludes that durable engagement must center people rather than rigid state frameworks, stating, “People have to be at the heart, and it must always be at the heart.”

Hi gorgeous!Today I sit down with my client Marina Jacoby to unpack an elevation that shows you exactly what happens when you stop settling for a business that doesn't deliver the revenue or feminine exhale you want—and step into the relaxed money, magnetism, and ease you were built for.This is what The Revolution creates.Marina went from: ❌ Burnout ❌ A "no launch" business model that looked good from the outside but wasn't yielding consistent sales ❌ Marketing that felt like pushing ❌ Not having deep command over sales—even though her client results were through the roofTo:✅ $46k in 2 weeks from her first low ticket offer after leveraging my signature frequency coded evergreen sales ecosystem: The Quantum Sales Pathway ✅ A continuous flow of new clients ✅ Social media now feeling just as fun as supporting clients ✅ An evergreen model that doesn't just look good—it actually worksHere's what we dive into:✨ How Marina went from an evergreen model that looked good on paper but wasn't closing consistent sales—to continuous client flow✨ Finally capturing the depth of her gift and her presence on her sales pages so her ideal clients could feel her, see her, and instantly say yes—without needing to follow her on social media for months✨ Falling in love with selling and social media—because she was done loving her clients but feeling dull inside the sales process✨ A 25% conversion rate (HUGE!) from her first $11 offer into her mid and high ticket spaces using the Quantum Sales Pathway (industry norm is 2-5%)✨ Pivoting her niche without her sales dipping—proof that when your positioning matches your power, the market follows✨ Anchoring the energetics that are a match to the potency of her work—so her online presence reflects the higher-level frequency she leads with inside her paid spaces✨ Leaving burnout behind—for good✨ The blend of strategic + energetic mentorship that gave her the ease she'd been craving for over a year—while increasing cash and client flow✨ Evolving from nearly exclusively trading hours for money when it comes to sales to scaling a company that generates revenue without her holding on for dear lifeAnd as always, so much more.You know you're next?

GET STEADY BEFORE YOU MOVE- It's easy for coaches to rush into planning, offering, and striving without first creating internal steadiness. In this episode, we talk about why anchoring matters before momentum. You'll learn how presence, purpose, rhythm, and results work together to reduce reactivity, support clarity, and help you build something sustainable instead of chaotic. Key Takeaways: • Presence keeps you grounded in what is real instead of driven by anxiety about the future. • Purpose and rhythm protect you from burnout by aligning your work with your values and capacity. • Results are feedback, not identity, and help you adjust without self judgment. Action Guide: Notice which anchor feels weakest right now. Choose one simple action this week that strengthens it, such as slowing your pace, revisiting why you coach, adjusting your weekly rhythm, or reviewing results as neutral information instead of a verdict. If you want to go deeper into identity, purpose, and belonging as a woman of faith, listen to my companion podcast: StoryMakers. To explore working together, visit SterlingAndStoneMentoring.com. BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION Read the Life Coach Blog Join the Coaching FB Community Find me @coachlauramalone on IG Learn how to become a S&S Life Coach   Your 5 ✨ review on Apple Podcasts means a ton! Make sure you subscribe & follow the show *

Using his testimony as a starting point,  this message tackles Jacob's assigned theme: how prophecy and evangelism are inseparably linked. Anchoring the talk in Isaiah 1:18 (“Come now, let us reason together”), he argues that the gospel is not a blind leap but intellectually credible and historically defensible, contrasting it with what he portrays as religion's subjective claims and man-made attempts to reach God. Drawing from his own background in 1960s counterculture, leftist politics, science-minded skepticism, and occult involvement, he describes how the “Jesus Freak” revival confronted him with evidence he could not dismiss—especially fulfilled messianic prophecies and external historical attestations that forced him from trying to disprove Christianity to accepting Christ. He critiques alternative religious systems and Christian counterfeits, then pivots to end-times themes—Israel's centrality, geopolitical convergence, cultural decay, and deception within the church—to emphasize urgency: personal mortality and global instability are “time bombs,” but the “blessed hope” is available now through repentance and faith in Jesus the Messiah. 

This bonus episode closes the Rich Woman Reset series with intention, reflection, and power. As the year comes to an end, you are invited to pause and consciously choose how you want to be seen, supported, and paid in 2026. This is not about goal setting or pushing harder. This is about identity, visibility, and aligned wealth. In this short but meaningful episode, Karen guides you through a reflective ritual to help you release what no longer belongs in your next chapter and declare the version of yourself you are stepping into.   What This Episode Covers In this episode, you'll be guided to: Reflect on how you've changed over the past month Release old stories that no longer serve you Anchor your visibility for the year ahead Declare aligned wealth and calm leadership Choose community, support, and self-trust This episode is designed to be listened to quietly, journaled with, or replayed whenever you need to reconnect with your intention.   The 2026 Visibility Declaration At the heart of this episode is a spoken declaration you are invited to repeat, write down, or revisit throughout the year. You'll be guided to declare things like: • Choosing visibility without shrinking • Choosing wealth that feels aligned • Choosing opportunities that honor your brilliance • Choosing calm over chaos • Choosing to rise in community, not isolation These declarations are meant to support you long after this series ends.   Why Visibility Matters Visibility is not about being louder or doing more. It is about allowing yourself to be seen as you truly are. When visibility becomes an identity choice, everything else becomes clearer—your messaging, your offers, and the opportunities that come your way.   Continue the Journey While the Rich Woman Reset series is complete, your next chapter is just beginning. If you want continued support, strategy, and sisterhood as you step into 2026, you're invited to explore The Visibility Salon. This space is designed to help you maintain momentum, build sustainable visibility, and lead with calm confidence. You can try it free for one week and see if it feels aligned for you.   Final Reflection You are not waiting for the new year to begin. You are stepping into it already— visible, aligned, supported, and trusting yourself more deeply. Thank you for walking this journey. Thank you for choosing clarity, visibility, and wealth. Thank you for choosing you.   Resources Mentioned In The Episode: Learn more about The Visibility Salon: https://visibilitysalon.com Catch the full Rich Woman Reset playlist: https://karenyankovich.com/richwomanreset Check out The Glow Up Audio Experience: https://www.KarenYankovich.com/glowup    Help Us Spread The Word! It would be awesome if you shared the Good Girls Get Rich Podcast with your fellow entrepreneurs on Twitter. Click here to tweet some love! If this episode has taught you just one thing, I would love if you could head on over to Apple Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW! And if you're moved to, kindly leave us a rating and review. Maybe you'll get a shout out on the show!   Ways to Subscribe to Good Girls Get Rich: Click here to subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click here to subscribe via PlayerFM Good Girls Get Rich is also on Spotify Take a listen on Podcast Addict

What do you do when life changes in ways you didn't choose—and didn't see coming? In this deeply emotional and intellectually grounding conversation, I sit down with Dr. Maya Shankar, cognitive scientist, former White House advisor, and host of the podcast A Slight Change of Plans, to talk about change, identity, grief, and uncertainty.   Maya shares her powerful personal story of being accepted into Juilliard at a young age, only to have her violin career abruptly end due to a devastating injury. From there, we explore how unexpected change threatens our identity, why the human brain craves certainty, and how men, husbands, and fathers can navigate seasons where the future they imagined suddenly disappears. This conversation hit me personally as I opened up about my son preparing to leave for college, and Maya offers language, tools, and clarity for anyone navigating major life transitions.     Timeline Summary: [0:00] What happens when life changes and you don't get a vote. [1:28] Introducing Dr. Maya Shankar and the theme of unexpected change. [2:10] Being accepted into Juilliard at age nine and pursuing music at the highest level. [3:05] A career-ending violin injury and the grief that followed. [4:05] How loss threatens not just what we do—but who we are. [7:44] Learning violin by ear and developing passion without perfection. [9:03] A mother's fearlessness and the power of bold action. [11:06] Cold emailing, courage, and creating unexpected opportunities. [13:39] Being bullied as a child and finding safety in family and music. [15:16] Larry reflects on marriage drift and identity shifts. [18:06] Pivoting from academia to public policy and working at the White House. [21:51] The power of defaults and how behavioral science changed public outcomes. [25:17] Why uncertainty is harder on the brain than certainty—even bad certainty. [27:05] The illusion of control and how change shatters it. [27:31] Anchoring identity to why you do things, not just what you do. [29:45] Navigating infertility, loss, and redefining self-worth. [33:11] Why we resist change even when it's necessary for growth. [36:00] Marriage, evolution, and the "end of history illusion." [39:32] How hardship can lead to unexpected personal growth. [45:43] Gratitude as a tool for identity resilience. [48:25] Helping kids navigate change while managing your own emotions. [50:28] The grief of kids leaving home—even when it's a good thing. [54:26] Why we are more resilient than we think. [56:15] The importance of community during seasons of change. [59:19] Maya shares her book, podcast, and where to connect.     Five Key Takeaways Change threatens identity as much as circumstance, which is why it feels so destabilizing.  The brain prefers certainty—even negative certainty—over uncertainty, making transitions especially stressful.  Anchoring identity to your values and motivations creates resilience when roles and plans fall away.  We underestimate our ability to adapt and overestimate how painful change will be long-term.  Connection, community, and self-reflection are essential tools for navigating major life transitions.      Links & Resources Dr. Maya Shankar's Book: https://a.co/d/3u87zps Dr. Maya Shankar on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmayashankar/?hl=en Roommates to Soulmates Course: https://thedadedge.com/soulmates Episode Show Notes & Resources: https://thedadedge.com/1420     Closing Remark If this episode gave you language for a season of change you're navigating right now, please rate, review, follow, and share the podcast. You're not alone in the uncertainty—and you're far more resilient than you think.

Send us a textWhat if one of your most effective training sessions happens on a chair?In this episode, we dig into “glass of wine” games: short, calm, indoor training sessions that turn bad weather, busy days, pain flare-ups, or limited mobility into genuine progress.Anchoring yourself in a chair strips out all the noise.No over-helping.No micromanaging.Just clear information, steady reinforcement, and a dog who suddenly understands exactly what you mean.That simplicity builds confidence fast and strengthens your relationship in a way a muddy sprint never will.We break down practical indoor training you can use tonight:• Retrieve-from-a-chair (precision without pressure)• Strong hand targets and chin rests for calmer handling• Verbal cue discrimination so your words actually matter • Living-room scent searches that grow optimism and reliable returns • Confidence circuits—tiny, customisable routes for puppies and sensitive dogsMovement fans get a full toolkit, too: • Cavalletti rails for rhythm, balance, and clean trot lines • Balanced stands for core strength and stillness • Position changes—sit/down/stand, bow, “look forward”—for tighter focus and better body awarenessEvery idea has the same goal: repeatable wins in close proximity that build trust, clarity, and better behaviour.When you do step outside again, you'll walk out with cleaner cues, more control, and a dog who sees you as the most exciting thing in the room.Ready for a five-minute chair session tonight?Hit play, grab a handful of treats, and tell us which indoor game your dog loved most.If this episode helped, follow the show, leave a quick review, and share it with a friend stuck indoors with an energetic dog.Support the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog - Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that!

I just wrapped 6 years of podcasting!!! Episode 350 marks a major milestone for You Are Not Broken: six years, 350 episodes, and a whole lot of growth—personally, professionally, and culturally. In this end-of-year “big winter blowout,” Dr. Kelly Casperson reflects on what 2025 brought, what changed (for better and worse), and why continuing to speak up for women's health still matters more than ever. From world events that shaped the year to personal health wins (yes, including her first colonoscopy), Dr. Casperson shares an honest recap of the moments that mattered. She celebrates big professional milestones—like opening the Casperson Clinic, publishing her second book, winning a podcast award, and helping remove outdated FDA boxed warnings on hormone therapy—while also naming the frustrations, resistance, and misconceptions that persist. This episode also looks ahead: new courses, retreats, sexual health innovations (including a vibrator!), and the continued expansion of education around hormones, sex, and aging. Anchoring it all is a reminder from Theodore Roosevelt's Man in the Arena: progress belongs to those willing to show up, be imperfect, and keep going. Six years and 350 episodes of You Are Not Broken A candid end-of-year reflection on 2025 and the state of the world “Baby's first colonoscopy” and why health screenings matter Travel highlights, including Sydney and the Opera House Publishing a second book and opening the Casperson Clinic Major personal health improvements through strength training and lifestyle changes The book "you are not broken" winning an award and hosting a second annual retreat in Sedona Three separate FDA engagements—and successfully removing outdated boxed warnings on hormone therapy The biggest misconception about FDA changes and how fast (and messy) change can be A frank moment of accountability (and humor) around language and advocacy Updates from the Casperson Clinic, waitlists, and the subscription-based care model Addyi approval for postmenopausal women The future of online education, including upcoming “Summer School” hormone courses Takeaways from male-dominated FDA panels and what they miss What's next: retreats, documentaries, new courses, and new products The top five most-listened-to You Are Not Broken episodes of 2025 Should I Take Hormones? (Ep. 328) How (and Why) to Prescribe Hormones (Ep. 318) GLP-1s with Dr. Salas-Whalen (Ep. 329) Getting Better at Sex – Part One (Ep. 333) Perimenopause Is Real (Ep. 324) New online courses covering testosterone for women, female sex education, GSM, perimenopause, and hormones for longevity A retreat in Whistler (August 2026 — limited spots remaining) The M Factor 2.0: Before the Pause (premieres expected early 2026) A sex education course with Commune launching in 2026 And yes—building a vibrator Dr. Casperson closes with Theodore Roosevelt's Man in the Arena, a reminder that meaningful change doesn't come from critics on the sidelines—it comes from those willing to step into the work, get messy, make mistakes, and keep advocating anyway. If you've been part of this community for one episode or all 350, thank you for being here. This work continues because it matters—and because you do. Listen to the You Are Not Broken podcast on ⁠⁠⁠Pinnacle's network to earn FREE CME credit⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interested in my sexual health and hormone clinic? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Waitlist is open⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks to our sponsor ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Midi Women's Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance.Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.joinmidi.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Conclude your week with the Weekly Anchor, a soothing, gentle practice designed not to judge, but to notice and celebrate. This session guides you to compassionately review the last seven days, using the lens of Stoic awareness and loving-kindness. We will practice glancing back to identify the moments when you successfully applied the techniques to notice what worked well for you and what you could do differently. I  Congratulations on completing another series! I honor you for taking part in this week's series! ALL ABOUT THIS WEEK'S SERIES Welcome to "The Path to Happiness with the Stoics." Welcome to a new journey on the Daily Meditation Podcast. This week, we are walking The Path to Happiness with the Stoics. When we think of "Stoicism," we often imagine a stiff upper lip or the suppression of emotion. But the ancient Stoics—thinkers like Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus—were actually in pursuit of profound joy. They didn't seek the fleeting happiness of a sugar rush or a new purchase; they sought Eudaimonia (flourishing) and Ataraxia (unshakable tranquility). This is day 7 of a 7-day meditation series, "The Path to Happiness with the Stoics," episodes 1164-1170. Prepare to shift your perspective. Happiness is not something you chase; it is something you practice. YOUR WEEKLY CHALLENGE: "The Control Test" This week, your challenge is to apply the "Control Test" to every moment of friction or anxiety you encounter. Whenever you feel stress rising, pause immediately and ask yourself: "Is this 100% within my control?" If the answer is no, practice visualizing yourself physically dropping the weight of that outcome, redirecting your energy solely toward your own attitude and response. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY  Day 1:  Inner Joy Visualization  Day 2:  Affirmation: "I am free." Day 3:  Happiness Breath Day 4:  Lotus mudra to open your heart Day 5:  Fourth Chakra for love and compassion Day 6:  Happiness Flow meditation, combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 2,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.  2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.