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If there is a painful memory, an old grudge, or a person you keep replaying in your mind, today is your day to let go of what no longer serves you. Releasing the past isn't about pretending it didn't happen; it's about freeing yourself from the heavy baggage that weighs you down so you can carry less and breathe more. In this episode of Calming Anxiety, clinical hypnotherapist and former frontline paramedic Martin Hewlett guides you through a powerful 10-minute somatic release practice. You will discover how the body physically stores the tension of old emotional hurts and learn how to consciously loosen your grip on these negative anchors. Whether you are carrying a recent disappointment or a long-held injustice, this gentle guided meditation will help you break free from old stories, process past pain without judgment, and reclaim the peace that belongs to you in the present moment. Time Chapters00:00 – Letting Go of What No Longer Serves You 00:33 – Welcome to Calming Anxiety with Martin Hewlett 01:16 – Identifying Your Negative Anchors 01:43 – Somatic Breathing: Relaxing and Letting Go 02:02 – How the Body Holds Stress and Emotional Trauma 03:01 – Visualization: Lightening the Weight of Old Hurts 04:08 – Guided Affirmations for Deep Emotional Release 07:02 – 3 Daily Caring Tips for Moving Beyond the Past 08:25 – Grounding and Returning Awareness to the Room 08:46 – Martin's Personal Journey: Training the Mind to Find the Light 09:52 – Outro: Becoming Your Own Beacon of Hope AffirmationsRepeat these words silently or softly out loud to loosen the grip of old emotional ties: "I release what no longer serves me." "I am not anchored to my past pain." "I let go of the crutches and the fears that weigh me down." "I am free to grow beyond old stories." "I choose peace over the weight I've been carrying." 3 Daily Caring TipsName the Anchor: You cannot release what you haven't consciously identified. Take a moment today to specifically name one grudge, old story, or hurt you are ready to put down; naming it out loud immediately strips away some of its power. The Release Ritual: Physically write down the thing that is weighing you down in just one sentence. Fold the paper up or place it in a drawer to send a physical signal to your nervous system that it is safe to stop holding on. Loosen the Grip: Real emotional release rarely happens all at once, and that is perfectly okay. When the old thought or memory returns today, don't fight it—simply focus on holding it a little more loosely than you did yesterday. OutroLetting go of trauma and old injustices can be one of the hardest things we ever achieve, but please remember that whatever you are going through right now, there is always light and there is always hope. If this 10-minute sanctuary helped lighten your emotional load today, please consider sharing this episode with someone in your life who might be quietly carrying their own heavy anchors. You might be the beacon of hope they need to finally breathe easier. Thank you so much for putting your faith, trust, and time into this practice. Practice positivity when you see your reflection, smile often, and in every thought, word, and deed—be kind.
Key TakeawaysBig anchors (Chick-fil-A, In-N-Out, Costco, Walmart, Whole Foods, Bass Pro, etc.) spend millions on site selection; small investors can “ride their wave” by buying/ building nearby instead of guessing.Don't rely only on listed deals (Krexie, LoopNet), gut feel, or trailing comps; look forward to where development, permits, rooftops, and city plans (like Nashville Next) are headed.Anchors study traffic counts and speed, AM/PM side of the road, daytime population, growth trajectory, access (right-in/right-out, signals), and co‑tenancy—these same factors should guide your decisions.Case studies (Dickerson Pike, Rivergate Mall) show how land near future anchors can double in value within a few years once major campuses, stadiums, or redevelopments are announced.There is typically an 18–24 month opportunity window between anchor announcement and opening where pricing hasn't fully caught up—ideal time for most investors to buy nearby.Four main anchor types: QSR scouts, value big box, destination anchors, and redevelopment anchors; all can “make” a corridor and create demand for surrounding strip centers, pads, flex, and services.Watch for hard signals: actual closings and public incentives (TIFs, grants, PILOTs) that confirm big capital is committed to an area.Core principle: anchors don't just find good corners anymore; they create them—your job is to own real estate next door when they do.
Today in the business of podcasting:A new Nielsen Podcast Listen & Watch report finds audio remains the core of podcast consumption, with 90% of monthly listeners tuning in via audio and 62% also watching video, as listeners and viewers use the two formats in distinctly different ways.WARC reports YouTube podcast viewing on TV screens has surged past 700 million hours monthly, up 70% year over year, even as the platform's ad revenue growth is projected to slow amid rising competition from TikTok and Netflix.A new YouGov survey of U.S. podcast consumers finds genre preferences split sharply by gender, with men far more likely to listen to sports podcasts and women over-indexing in true crime, self-improvement, and wellness content.Spotify's podcast strategy has shifted from paying for exclusive content to operating the infrastructure creators depend on for discovery and monetization, a repositioning that hands the company more market control with less financial risk.To find links to these, and every article covered in today's episode, click here. You can also subscribe to The Download's newsletter to receive the full issue straight to your email inbox every day.
Today in the business of podcasting:A new Nielsen Podcast Listen & Watch report finds audio remains the core of podcast consumption, with 90% of monthly listeners tuning in via audio and 62% also watching video, as listeners and viewers use the two formats in distinctly different ways.WARC reports YouTube podcast viewing on TV screens has surged past 700 million hours monthly, up 70% year over year, even as the platform's ad revenue growth is projected to slow amid rising competition from TikTok and Netflix.A new YouGov survey of U.S. podcast consumers finds genre preferences split sharply by gender, with men far more likely to listen to sports podcasts and women over-indexing in true crime, self-improvement, and wellness content.Spotify's podcast strategy has shifted from paying for exclusive content to operating the infrastructure creators depend on for discovery and monetization, a repositioning that hands the company more market control with less financial risk.To find links to these, and every article covered in today's episode, click here. You can also subscribe to The Download's newsletter to receive the full issue straight to your email inbox every day.
In a world that is constantly shifting, followers of Jesus need something that holds firm. In the opening message of our new series, Anchors, we cast a fresh vision of the church God is calling us to be in this season. Join us as Pastor Matt discusses our current location as a "Divine Detour"
This is the eighth sermon in a nine part sermon series on the Strategic Anchors for CCPC. Jim Gates 7-19-2026 Strategic Anchors: Changing Individual Hearts
Scripture Reference: Acts 21-26 and RomansMediterranean Postcards Series Wk 6The journey of following Jesus isn't easy, but we hold on to hope through prayer. Pack your bags and join us Sundays in June and July as we travel with Paul all around the Mediterranean on his missionary journeys, beginning with his conversion on the Damascus road. It's a summer adventure complete with twists and turns you won't want to miss! What we're called to do is more important than where we're called to go.--------------------------Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.orgGiving - give.ashleyridgechurch.org
ITP - 153 Yolanda Reshemah joins us from California to explore the complicated, emotional, and often beautiful question of where we belong after living across cultures. Born in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, raised in England, shaped by France, and now living in the United States with a German husband and a globally minded daughter, Yolanda brings a deeply personal perspective on home, identity, relocation, culture shock, loneliness, raising TCKs, and building community after moving abroad. As the host of The Places We Call Home, Yolanda shares practical insight for international teachers, expats, parents, and globally mobile families trying to create belonging wherever life takes them.Her website: https://theplaceswecallhome.com/Her Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-places-we-call-home-podcast/id1744856570Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/placeswecallhomepod/-more information-The International Teacher Podcast is a bi-weekly discussion with experts in international education. New Teachers, burned out local teachers, local School Leaders, International school Leadership, current Overseas Teachers, and everyone interested in international schools can benefit from hearing stories and advice about living and teaching overseas.Additional Gems Related to Our Show:Greg's Favorite Video From Living Overseas - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQWKBwzF-hwSignup to be our guest https://calendly.com/itpexpat/itp-interview?month=2025-01Our Website - https://www.itpexpat.com/Our FaceBook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/itpexpatJPMint Consulting Website - https://www.jpmintconsulting.com/Hannah's Personal IG - https://www.instagram.com/thatexpatfamily?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Greg's Personal YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs1B3Wc0wm6DR_99OS5SyzvuzENc-bBdOBooks (on Amazon) By Gregory Lemoine:Stay for the Show (2026) | Greg's first Childrens Picture BookInternational Teacher Guide: Finding the "Right Fit" 2nd Edition (2025) | by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed."International Teaching: The Best-kept Secret in Education" | by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed.Apps by Greg:https://apps.apple.com/app/6755244840 1. Who's That? Name & Face Trainer Nov 21, 2025https://apps.apple.com/app/6756509803 2. Facetag | Memory Trainer Dec 16, 2025Chapters(00:00) Introduction and Guest Introductions(01:34) Yolanda's International Journey(05:01) Cultural Identity and Belonging(11:35) The Concept of Home(16:22) Yolanda's Podcast: The Places We Call Home(20:15) Challenges of Relocation and Community Building(25:19) Navigating Life During COVID-19(30:07) Creative Connections and Future Collaborations(33:53) Navigating Cultural Transitions(37:54) Building a New Life: Tools for Adjustment(42:23) Creating Stability in a Transient Life(48:00) The Concept of Home: More Than Just a Place(51:12) Rituals and Anchors in Different Cultures(53:46) Lighthearted Travel Stories and Lessons Learned(01:01:08) Reflections on Connection and Shared Experiences
Contemporary technology governance has shifted from rule-based regulation to a landscape defined by administrative leverage and directive-driven decisions. This dynamic is seen in both the cybersecurity and AI sectors, where agencies such as the U.S. Department of Defense and companies including OpenAI and Anthropic navigate obligations and approvals through administrative action rather than statutory change. As a result, MSPs and IT service providers must recognize that the durability of their offerings and client architectures increasingly hinges on how they respond to rapid, unpredictable shifts in the governing environment rather than on fixed compliance deadlines or product release dates. A notable example of this mechanism is the Department of Defense's suspension of the rollout of Phase Two of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), as reported by Federal News Network. About 80,000 companies had been preparing for new third-party assessment requirements, but these assessments have been paused pending a 60-day review. Despite the pause, the underlying data protection requirements for defense contractors remain in force, demonstrating that while compliance deadlines can disappear overnight, fundamental security obligations persist. Additional cases amplify the trend toward directive-based governance. The U.S. Commerce Department lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models after new safeguards were implemented, following the same pattern previously used to impose those restrictions. Similarly, OpenAI's GPT 5.6 model was released to the public only after a voluntary government review concluded, illustrating that administrative reviews, not boardroom decisions, can dictate technology availability. Concurrently, other governments such as China are employing similar tactics, with Reuters reporting that Chinese authorities have met with local AI firms to discuss restricting overseas access to advanced models. These parallel moves across geopolitical boundaries indicate a structural reliance on executive discretion rather than legislative clarity. The operational impact for MSPs, IT service providers, and technology leaders is a heightened exposure to contract risk and pricing volatility. Service commitments anchored to deadlines, default settings, or product availability are susceptible to abrupt policy reversals or administrative interventions, translating to sudden revenue shortfalls and reactive client management. The recommended response is to audit current commitments, identify those pegged to mutable triggers rather than enduring obligations, and systematically re-anchor contract language and client communication to core outcomes and standing requirements. This preparation mitigates the risk of unpaid work, scope renegotiation, and unplanned operational disruption when another directive-driven policy shift occurs. 00:00 Three Government Switches in Three Weeks 04:07 Why AI Is Governed by Leverage, Not Law 06:46 CMMC Paused — Your Obligations Didn't 09:27 Why Do We Care? Supported by: Pax8 Guardz
As the year moves into its second half, are you clear on what truly matters for your law firm and where you want to end the year? In this episode, Melissa shares a framework of four anchors you can use to reflect on your current situation. This is a good time to focus on your priorities and take intentional actions that drive meaningful progress. Melissa explains how these anchors can help you evaluate opportunities and clarify next steps. They provide perspective on where to allocate resources, how to prioritize effectively, and ways to stay focused without feeling overwhelmed. Applying this approach lets you guide the rest of the year strategically while managing your time and energy intentionally. By the end of the year, you'll be able to look back with confidence knowing you addressed what mattered most. Let's talk! If you are a law firm owner looking to talk with us about partnering on your personal and professional growth, book a short, free, no-pressure call with Melissa here: https://velocitywork.com/calendar Calculate your producer multiple with our free Producer Calculator here: https://vwrk.cc/pm Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.velocitywork.com/370 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@velocitywork
This is the sixth sermon in a nine part sermon series on the Strategic Anchors for CCPC. Jim Gates 7-05-2026 Strategic Anchors_ Putting Relationships First
This is the seventh sermon in a nine part sermon series on the Strategic Anchors for CCPC. Raissa Dupuis 7-12-2026 Strategic Anchors Being Servant Leaders (Sermon Only)
Anchored - Part 5 - His Word Anchors Like Nothing Else - Ettienne Willemse (Tygerberg) by GraceLife Podcast
What is more American than entrepreneurship, not the faux version appropriated by heirs to affluent parents but the creation of small businesses by risk takers seeking to support their families, innovate goods and services, and invigorate their communities? As Audrey Roofeh explains on this episode of Power Station, it was small business owners who gambled their own safety to take care of community members during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis by the US Department of Homeland Security and ICE. An entrepreneur herself, Audrey's firm Mariana Strategies, which helped federal agencies cultivate workplaces free from misogyny, racism and anti-LGBTQ conduct was put out of business by a White House executive order banning DEI initiatives by government contractors. Audrey heard the alarm expressed by fellow small business owners about sustainability in a marketplace where the Rule of Law no longer applied. She founded Integrity Matters, a unique association or small business owners impacted by tariffs, ICE crackdowns, inflation and unpredictable governance. Its members are now organizing to protect voters in upcoming elections, a powerful example of how small business owners invest in us.
Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34 We spend so much of life trying to figure out what's next. But Jesus offers something better than certainty about the future he offers peace in the present. Discover how this powerful passage can become an anchor for your faith by teaching you to trust God with tomorrow while faithfully following him today.
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This is the fifth sermon in a nine part sermon series on the Strategic Anchors for CCPC. J. Gates 6-28-2026 Strategic Anchors: Inviting People to New Life in Christ
This is the fourth sermon in a nine part sermon series on the Strategic Anchors for CCPC. J. Gates 6-21-2026 Strategic Anchors: Serving the Local Community
I discuss the war games being played, the resignations, the Q proofs, the movement and declass is ramping up; I also discuss the degeneracy within Major League Baseball recently as well as the university level within instruction and the excuse making for negative behavior within K12 schools; News anchors are experiencing COVID effects and they don't know why, and Fauci is being summoned testify at the end of July. Book Websites: HERE and HERE. https://www.moneytreepublishing.com/shop PROMO CODE: “AEFM” for 10% OFF, or https://armreg.co.uk PROMO CODE: "americaneducationfm" for 15% off all books and products. (I receive no kickbacks). https://www.thriftbooks.com/ Q posts book: https://drive.proton.me/urls/JJ78RV1QP8#yCO0wENuJQPH
Listen to this episode if… You feel like you're just reacting to whatever your ex or their lawyer throws at you You're exhausted, foggy, and making life-changing decisions while running on empty You can't tell anymore whether your choices come from your intuition or from fear You find it hard to speak up for yourself in mediation, in court, or even to your own lawyer You've lost a bit of yourself and want practical ways to feel grounded again You want to move from just surviving your divorce to actually flourishing through it This podcast is general information only it is not legal advice. This episode touches on coercive control and post-separation abuse. If you or someone you know is in danger, call 000. For confidential support: 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732). If you're feeling stuck in survival mode reacting to every email, every legal letter, every move your ex makes this episode is the deep breath you've been needing. Laura is joined by Sonia Bestulic, award-winning author, speaker and wisdom teacher, whose book Flourish for Mums found Laura right in the middle of her own divorce. Together they unpack what survival mode actually is, why so many of us get stuck in it, and how to gently move out of it. 00:00 – Are You Stuck in Survival Mode During Your Divorce? 01:00 – Meet Sonia Bestulic: Author, Speaker & Wisdom Teacher 03:50 – "I Just Burnt Out": How Survival Mode Shows Up 05:30 – Why Your Mindset Can Affect Your Case as Much as the Law 07:00 – What Survival Mode Really Is (Fight, Flight, Freeze) 08:00 – The Lion Metaphor: A Fuel System Built for Short Bursts 09:30 – The Warning Signs You've Been in Survival Mode Too Long 10:50 – When Post-Separation Abuse Is Designed to Exhaust You 11:40 – The Three Anchors & Building Your Support Team 12:40 – Anchor One: Nourishing Your Intuition (Your Sacred GPS) 14:50 – Coercive Control & Learning to Trust Yourself Again 15:40 – The Morning Body Scan: 15 Minutes That Reset Your Day 18:30 – How to Tell the Difference Between Fear and Intuition 21:30 – Anchor Two: Energetic Integrity & Energy Hygiene 23:30 – Inner Boundaries: What's Mine to Carry and What's Theirs? 25:30 – Choosing When to Read That Email From Your Ex 26:40 – The Power of Nature to Recalibrate Your Nervous System 28:50 – Gratitude: The Highest-Frequency Circuit Breaker 30:00 – The Gratitude Candle & the Kindness Squirrel 32:50 – Anchor Three: Sacred Self-Advocacy 34:50 – Speaking Your Truth Without the Fight Energy 36:40 – Why Energy Speaks First (Even in the Witness Box) 40:40 – Daily Practices: Dance, Laughter, Music & Breath 43:50 – The Cup of Gratitude Ritual 45:40 – The Roots Metaphor: The Deeper the Roots, the Taller We Grow 48:40 – The One Thing You Can Start Today 49:50 – Where to Find Sonia & Her Books 1800 RESPECT — 1800 737 732 (24/7 DV support) Lifeline — 13 11 14 Police — 000 (immediate danger) The Divorce Course — www.thedivorcecourse.com.au The Divorce Course Empowerment Playlist — on Spotify Sonia Bestulic — books Flourish for Mums and Raising Empowered Humans: Unlocking Kids' Self-Leadership and Lifelong Flourishing (Amazon, global delivery). https://soniabestulic.com.au/
ITP - 153 Yolanda Reshemah joins us from California to explore the complicated, emotional, and often beautiful question of where we belong after living across cultures. Born in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, raised in England, shaped by France, and now living in the United States with a German husband and a globally minded daughter, Yolanda brings a deeply personal perspective on home, identity, relocation, culture shock, loneliness, raising TCKs, and building community after moving abroad. As the host of The Places We Call Home, Yolanda shares practical insight for international teachers, expats, parents, and globally mobile families trying to create belonging wherever life takes them.Her website: https://theplaceswecallhome.com/Her Podcast: The Places We Call HomeInstagram: placeswecallhomepod-more information-The International Teacher Podcast is a bi-weekly discussion with experts in international education. New Teachers, burned out local teachers, local School Leaders, International school Leadership, current Overseas Teachers, and everyone interested in international schools can benefit from hearing stories and advice about living and teaching overseas.Additional Gems Related to Our Show:Greg's Favorite Video From Living Overseas - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQWKBwzF-hwSignup to be our guest https://calendly.com/itpexpat/itp-interview?month=2025-01Our Website - https://www.itpexpat.com/Our FaceBook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/itpexpatJPMint Consulting Website - https://www.jpmintconsulting.com/Hannah's Personal IG - https://www.instagram.com/thatexpatfamily?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Greg's Personal YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs1B3Wc0wm6DR_99OS5SyzvuzENc-bBdOBooks (on Amazon) By Gregory Lemoine:Stay for the Show (2026) | Greg's first Childrens Picture BookInternational Teacher Guide: Finding the "Right Fit" 2nd Edition (2025) | by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed."International Teaching: The Best-kept Secret in Education" | by Gregory Lemoine M.Ed.Apps by Greg:https://apps.apple.com/app/6755244840 1. Who's That? Name & Face Trainer Nov 21, 2025https://apps.apple.com/app/6756509803 2. Facetag | Memory Trainer Dec 16, 2025Chapters(00:00) Introduction and Guest Introductions(01:34) Yolanda's International Journey(05:01) Cultural Identity and Belonging(11:35) The Concept of Home(16:22) Yolanda's Podcast: The Places We Call Home(20:15) Challenges of Relocation and Community Building(25:19) Navigating Life During COVID-19(30:07) Creative Connections and Future Collaborations(33:53) Navigating Cultural Transitions(37:54) Building a New Life: Tools for Adjustment(42:23) Creating Stability in a Transient Life(48:00) The Concept of Home: More Than Just a Place(51:12) Rituals and Anchors in Different Cultures(53:46) Lighthearted Travel Stories and Lessons Learned(01:01:08) Reflections on Connection and Shared Experiences
This is the third sermon in a nine part sermon series on the Strategic Anchors for CCPC. J. Gates 6-14-2026 Strategic Anchors: Taking Spirit-Led Risks
The Tim Conway Jr. Show Hour 2 (6.17) Former KTLA anchor Glen Walker (now thriving at Fox 11) calls in to talk about getting laid off, landing a sweet per diem anchoring gig, and the beautiful family news that his clan is merging with the Peter Frampton dynasty through marriage — it’s a union of rock ‘n’ roll souls! In studio is Timmy’s buddy, dashing LAPD motor officer and gun trainer Jason Jacobson, who shares the heartbreaking story of losing his partner in a training accident (shoutout to Jay Leno for stepping up and covering the expenses — Atta boy, Leno!), his take on keeping a gun in the house, and the funny stat that an American flag flying out front often means there’s one inside too. The crew also revisits the Dorner saga, noting that KFI was the first outlet to name him on air and that Bill Handel got a shoutout in the manifesto. Plus, a chaotic Culver City hit-and-run car chase that injured eight pedestrians live on TV. And with the FIFA World Cup bringing a flood of first-time visitors to the USA, summer plans are getting bumped — but hey, they’re loving every minute of American life! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Writers want to create stories with unforgettable endings, powerful dialogue, and characters readers genuinely care about. But the problem is that we often spend most of our energy on the external plot: solving the murder, winning the trial, defeating the villain, or uncovering the truth. Those events create pressure, but they are not necessarily what makes the audience feel satisfied when the story ends. In this episode, Jeff Elkins (The Dialogue Doctor) and members of the Dialogue Doctor Community break down the character structure of A Few Good Men to reveal why the movie works. You'll learn how a story's "Vehicle characters" carry the reader's emotional experience, how a character's wound creates immediate hopes and fears, and why the real ending depends on whether the lead character becomes the person the audience hoped they could be. Jeff also examines how supporting characters can raise the pressure by ending tragically, how "Engines" and "Anchors" push a character toward their best or worst self, and why Joanne's storyline feels less satisfying than the arcs around her. Finally, the episode breaks down the pacing behind the iconic "You can't handle the truth" scene, showing how rapid-fire dialogue, strategic silence, emotional pauses, and a prolonged hero moment transform a courtroom exchange into an unforgettable climax. Watch this episode if you want to build stronger character arcs, create a cast that actively shapes your protagonist, write more emotionally satisfying endings, or understand why some famous scenes stay with audiences for decades. For more on the craft of writing, go to DialogueDoctor.com
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This is the second sermon in a nine part sermon series on the Strategic Anchors for CCPC. Jim Gates 6-7-2026 Strategic Anchors Different and Remaining Different
Send us Fan MailExecutive presence shows up most clearly in the moments that test you. The hard question. The skeptical room. The presentation that matters. In this finale of the Executive Presence Series, we follow Diane, a composite client you may remember from Episode 172, into her first high-stakes boardroom moment as a new operations director. We walk through her presentation in four chronological moments: the walk-in, the opening sentence, the hard question, and the close, so you can experience how the visual, vocal, and verbal pillars actually work together when the pressure arrives.In this episode of Communicate to Lead, Kele Belton closes the four-part Executive Presence Series by bringing all three pillars together in one real high-stakes moment. The episode is built around a single scenario: Diane, the composite client from Episode 172, now presenting a major vendor contract restructuring proposal to senior leadership. Through four chronological moments- the walk-in, the opening sentence, the hard question, and the close - Kele shows how the Three Anchors of Embodied Presence, the four vocal behaviors, and the language of authority all integrate when the pressure is real.This is the finale of the four-part Executive Presence Series. Each part built one layer of presence: Episode 168 on the visual pillar, Episode 170 on the vocal pillar, and Episode 172 on the verbal pillar. This episode integrates all three into a single high-stakes moment. The series moves from being seen, the throughline of the April visibility series, to being felt, which is what executive presence delivers.What You Will Learn:How to enter a high-stakes room so the people inside it have already started calibrating to your leadership before you make your case.The grounded breath that settles your pitch in the seconds before you speak, so your opening sentence lands with weight instead of nerves.What to do in the two seconds after a hard question that separates a defensive answer from an authoritative one.Why you cannot consciously think about three pillars in a live moment, and what to practice instead, so executive presence shows up automatically when it counts.How to close a presentation in a way that lands the ask cleanly, without the apologetic trailing-off that signals you are unsure of your own recommendation.The single most important reframe of the entire series: executive presence is not a costume you put on to look like a leader. It is the practice of letting the leader you already are come through clearly.Your Action Step:Pick one upcoming high-stakes moment and prepare for it across all three pillars:Choose one behavior from each pillar: one anchor from Episode 168 (visual), one vocal behavior from Episode 170, and one language swap from Episode 172.Write your three choices on a sticky note before the meeting. Then, in the moment, do not run a checklist. Be present.Afterward, reflect on which of the three came most naturally and which one needed the most attention. That tells you where to keep practicing.Listen to the Complete Executive Presence Series:Start the series with Episode 168: How to Build Executive Presence: 3 Anchors for Women Leaders (Part 1 of 4), on the visual pillar and the Three Anchors of Embodied Presence.Continue with Episode 170: Vocal Presence for Women Leaders: 4 Behaviors That Build Authority (Part 2 of 4), on pitch, pace, volume, and intentional pauses.Then Episode 172: The Words That Undermine Your Presence (Part 3 of 4), on the verbal pillar and the language of authority.About Your Host:Kele Belton is a communication and leadership facilitator, coach, and consultant who helps high-performing women in middle management build the communication and leadership strategies that get them recognized, sponsored, and promoted.Connect with Kele:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/Website: https://thetailoredapproach.comBook a Leadership Strategy Call (30 minutes, complimentary): https://calendly.com/kele-thetailoredapproach/leadership-strategy-call
This is the first sermon in a nine part sermon series on the Strategic Anchors for CCPC. Jim Gates 5-31-2026 Strategic Anchors Thinking Strategically (sermon)
Have you ever walked away from a conflict with your child wondering… “How do I stay connected without making things worse?”
Send us Fan MailWhen your “instruments” fail in the clouds, your body can swear you're level while you're actually turning into danger. I open with a real C-130 cockpit moment where two attitude indicators disagreed and the only way to survive was to trust the right reference. Then I connect that to modern spiritual life: identity confusion, anxiety, outrage culture, distraction, and dopamine addiction can make truth feel optional and emotions feel like facts.The anchor is a warning and a promise from Doctrine and Covenants: you will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but if you are prepared, you will not fear. Preparation looks like standing in holy places and refusing to be moved. We talk about why holy places are more than temples (though temple covenants matter deeply) and how your home can become a holy place through prayer, scripture, Sabbath worship, better media standards, and protecting the Spirit at the center of family life.I also share true examples of people who stood firm under pressure, from the Danish rescue of Jews in World War II to the 2,000 stripling warriors who were spiritually ready before the battle began. You'll leave with a simple checklist to audit what spirit shapes your mind and your home, plus a direct challenge: remove one spiritually toxic influence, create one new holy habit, and turn your home into a sanctuary of peace. If this helps you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a five-star review.Support the showYou can reach me anytime at email: tandrewsen.monat@gmail.comInstagram @toddtalks_ig
Pastor Levi and Lisa talk about The Book of Ruth and 3 Anchors on the Character of God. This is an episode of Pearls & Swine on the Evangel Houghton Podcast from Evangel Community Church, Houghton, Michigan, May 27, 2026.
Pastor Levi and Lisa talk about The Book of Ruth and 3 Anchors on the Character of God. This is an episode of Pearls & Swine on the Evangel Houghton Podcast from Evangel Community Church, Houghton, Michigan, May 27, 2026.
In this episode of the Allyship in Action podcast, Julie Kratz connects with Dr. Shawn Andrews to discuss the critical intersection of leadership, gender, and emotional intelligence. Allyship is not a one-time declaration but a continuous practice of small, intentional behaviors that bridge the gap between good intentions and real impact. Core Themes for Inclusive Leadership Allyship as a Sustainable Practice. Effective allyship flourishes when it aligns with an individual's natural strengths rather than feeling like a forced performance. "Allies can start by asking, ' How can I do this in a way that just naturally flows for me?" The Power of Micro-Behaviors. Meaningful systemic change is built on a foundation of small, daily actions within one's immediate sphere of influence. "Start with doing allyship at a micro level, and then scaling that up to systemic levels." Emotional Intelligence and Values as Anchors. Self-awareness and a firm connection to personal values prevent leaders from being swayed by external pressures or discomfort. "Being anchored into their values helped them to close that gap, and to make key changes in how they were showing up." Curiosity Over Certainty. A growth mindset requires the humility to stay curious and challenge the internal narratives we often take for granted. "How do I know that's true? Based on what information? Because we kind of have to detect our own lies from time to time." Actionable Takeaway Identify your top three character strengths and choose one specific micro-behavior—like checking in with a colleague—that feels like a natural extension of those strengths to practice this week. Take the allyship assessment and get in touch with Dr. Andrews at https://www.drshawnandrews.com/5levelsofallyship
Have you ever walked away from a hard moment with your child thinking… “How did things escalate that fast?”
Send us Fan MailYou had the right answer. You knew the numbers cold. You made your case, and ten minutes later, the room shifted toward someone else's version of the same idea. In the debrief, your manager said: you had the right answer, but you did not sound like you knew it. If you have ever been told you need more gravitas, more confidence, or more executive presence without anyone explaining what that actually means, this episode breaks it down into four vocal behaviors you can practice this week.In this episode of Communicate to Lead, Kele Belton goes deep on vocal presence: how you say your words, not what you say. She breaks down the four behaviors that determine whether your voice supports or undermines your message, namely pitch, pace, volume, and intentional pauses, and names the gendered penalty around women's voices. Kele also looks at what the most recent vocal fry research from 2025 and 2026 shows, and it contradicts a decade of leadership advice given to women.This is Part 2 of the four-part Executive Presence Series, following Episode 168 on the visual pillar and the Three Anchors of Embodied Presence. Part 1 covered what your body is doing while you speak. Part 2 covers what your voice is doing with the words.What You Will Learn:The breath technique that settles your pitch in high-stakes moments, so you sound grounded instead of tense, without forcing a lower voice.What the newest vocal fry research reveals about who uses it, so you can stop fixing a voice that may not need fixing.The one moment to slow your pace that makes the whole room calibrate to you instead of talking over you.How to project authority when you are naturally soft-spoken, the way Dr. Lisa Su commands a room without raising her voice.The three exact moments where a three-second pause reads as authority instead of hesitation.When upspeak costs you, and the targeted fix that does not require changing how you naturally speak.Your Action Step:Pick one of the four behaviors and practice it this week:Choose the behavior you suspect is your biggest growth opportunity: pitch, pace, volume, or pauses.Identify one specific high-stakes moment on your calendar where you will deploy it on purpose.Notice what shifts. Optional: record a sixty-second voice memo and listen back once, using the four behaviors as your lens.Mentioned in This Episode:Episode 168: How to Build Executive Presence: 3 Anchors for Women Leaders | Part 1 of 4Book a Leadership Strategy Call (30 minutes, complimentary): https://calendly.com/kele-thetailoredapproach/leadership-strategy-callAbout Your Host:Kele Belton is a communication and leadership facilitator, coach, and consultant who helps high-performing women in middle management build the communication and leadership strategies that get them recognized, sponsored, and promoted.Connect with Kele:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/• Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com
Are you waiting on God to answer your prayer? The one you've brought to Him over and over? Friend — this episode is for you. Think of that unanswered prayer right now. NEW FREEBIE: Friend, Put It Down. The striving. The hustle. The trying to figure it all out yourself. There is a better way. Join me for a free 5-minute workshop and learn how to walk with God — not just on Sunday, but every single day. http://kimdolanleto.com/dailywalk Maybe you've been believing for healing. For a marriage to be restored. For a health and fitness goal to be reached. For a prodigal child to come home. For a financial breakthrough that hasn't shown up yet. For a baby. For a door that just will not open no matter how hard you knock. And if you're honest — the waiting is starting to mess with you. Not just your peace. Your faith. Friend, stay right here. These 3 anchors are going to build your faith, quiet your doubts, and help you stand on the promises of God — because that mountain of your unanswered prayer? It is going to move. In This Episode: What story are you telling yourself — and are you in agreement with God or the enemy? Why God could be writing a brand new story but you're still reliving the same old chapter What it really means to seek God daily in the storm — and the one question that will shift your entire posture in the waiting What to do when your faith is tested — the exact scriptures, worship songs, and daily practices that keep you standing Why trust means the pain you are feeling has a purpose — even when nothing makes sense The difference between waiting for the answer and waiting on God — and why it changes everything A practical Faith-filled Action Plan for each anchor so you leave today equipped, not just encouraged Scriptures Mentioned: Mark 11:22-24 — Have faith in God / speak to the mountain / believe that you receive Romans 8:37 — More than conquerors Psalm 139:23-24 — Search me O God and know my heart Psalm 51:10-12 — Create in me a clean heart and renew a steadfast spirit Proverbs 23:7 — As a man thinks in his heart so is he Hebrews 11:6 — God is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him Isaiah 40:31 — Those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength Habakkuk 2:2-3 — Write the vision, make it plain / the vision is for an appointed time Isaiah 41:10 — Fear not for I am with you Job 23:10 — He knows the way that I take / I shall come forth as gold Proverbs 3:5-6 — Trust in the Lord with all your heart / He shall direct your paths Romans 12:2 — Be transformed by the renewing of your mind Mark 9:24 — Lord I believe, help me with my unbelief Worship Songs for the Waiting Season: I Denounce You Satan — Sheena Taylor God Turn It Around — Church of the City Jesus Called My Name — Zauntee Ready to Stop Doing Life in Your Own Strength? My Living God's Way 4-Week Live Mentorship is open now with only 1 spots remaining. This is not a Bible study. Not a devotional. Not a self-help program with Jesus sprinkled in. This is 4 weeks of us walking together through a simple biblical framework — the 3S Path — so you can stop striving, start abiding, and walk with God daily in your real life. Not just on Sunday. Starts May 20th. Only 1 spots left. Save your spot here → https://kimdolanleto.com/living-gods-way If this episode spoke to your heart today, please share it with a friend who is in a waiting season right now. You never know — it might be the exact thing they needed to hear today. You can also help me reach more women by leaving a five-star review on Apple or Spotify. Every review helps someone else find hope, healing, and strength in Jesus. Remember — you are called, chosen, and set apart. And you were made to live God's way. With so much love, Kim Dolan Leto Listen or Watch Living God's Way: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-confident-his-christian-fitness-health-and/id1504962677 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ymer79UOqIbItrwPJErxC YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kimdolanletofit All Episodes: https://kimdolanleto.com/podcast Connect With Me: Newsletter: https://kimdolanleto.com/get-on-the-list Website: https://kimdolanleto.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/kimdolanleto Facebook: https://facebook.com/kimdolanleto YouTube: https://youtube.com/kimdolanletofit
Dr. Kentaro Fujita, PhD, is a professor of psychology at The Ohio State University and an expert in the science of self-control and motivation. We discuss the best tools for developing strong self-control: to do more of what you aspire to and cease doing things you would like to avoid. We discuss why you need more than one form of willpower to achieve sustained motivation and overcome procrastination. Dr. Fujita also clarifies the data on the 2-marshmallow test, delayed gratification and intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation. Read the show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman David: https://davidprotein.com/huberman Lingo: https://hellolingo.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Kentaro Fujita (00:03:08) Marshmallow Tests, Self-Control; Adult Modeling (00:08:24) Criticism of Marshmallow Tests, Learning Self-Control (00:15:08) Sponsors: David & Lingo (00:17:34) Movement & Motivation (00:21:42) Doing Hard Things; Exhaustion & Depletion Effect (00:29:02) Willpower vs Self-Control, Improving Self-Control (00:34:27) Aspiration or Fear for Motivation, Long- vs Short-Term Outcomes (00:40:55) Self-Control Toolkit, Tool: Failure & Exploration (00:46:44) Sponsor: AG1 (00:48:28) Motivation Warm-Up?, Tools: Mindset; Motivation Orientation (00:57:30) Imperfect Conditions, Self-Control Conflicts, Tool: Why vs How (01:05:25) Tool: "Whys" & Motivation Goals (01:11:26) Competition, Tool: Motivation Types (01:17:13) Sponsor: LMNT (01:18:33) Abstinence vs Moderation, Consistency vs Rigidity (01:27:48) Burnout; "Invisible" Goals, Single Goal & Trade-Offs (01:35:17) Intrinsic Motivation for Sustained Goals (01:40:16) Sponsor: Function (01:41:53) Meaning in Simple Tasks, Ikigai (01:49:03) Self-Control Failure, Tools: Distancing, 3rd Person & Heros (01:55:04) Words as Motivation, Visualization, Social Validation (02:03:51) Music, Anchors, Nostalgia (02:06:46) Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Motivation, Job & Salary (02:14:11) Mindfulness & Taking Breaks, Wabi-Sabi & Imperfection, Ikigai (02:20:56) Future Directions (02:25:19) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 10, 2026; 7am: A hantavirus-stricken cruise ship has finally arrived in Spain, where more than 140 people on board have begun what Spanish officials are calling an "unprecedented" evacuation process to get them back safely to their countries of origin. Sky News Reporter Sadiya Chowdhury joins “The Weekend” from Spain with the latest. For more, follow us on social media: Bluesky: @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social Instagram: @theweekendmsnow TikTok: @theweekendmsnow To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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We're not just living in a divided world—we're living in a disoriented one. There was a time when people could disagree and still share common reference points for truth, identity, and authority. That's no longer the case.In this episode, we unpack what happens when those anchors collapse. When truth becomes personal and identity is self-defined, it doesn't create freedom—it creates instability. Conversations break down, meaning fragments, and people are left trying to define reality on their own.But this moment isn't just chaotic—it's revealing. When certainty disappears, searching begins. And in a world without reference points, the need for something solid becomes undeniable.
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