Podcasts about appreciating

New pod is out! The SaDBoys talk about recent outfits, from Spencer's rugged ivy look for Disneyland to a backyard wedding that asked guests to wear florals and vibrant colors in lieu of dark cocktail attire. This prompted a discussion centered around appreciating External Occasions, the rare times where an event specifically calls for a dress code or themed outfits. That could be a wedding— or attending the Magic Castle, Hollywood's famous invite-only club that requires a strict dress code (suits only, no separates) if you are to enjoy being entertained by the magicians contained within its walls. Of course, nothing beats a day where you get dressed for yourself, like wearing a white suit to treat yourself to a coffee. It's a fun episode that is guaranteed to get you thinking about how you dress for the Occasions in your life, whether they're internal or externally motivated! Ethan's Blog: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2026/08/24/playing-with-dress-codes-green-tailoring-and-external-occasions-revisited/ Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/

Our speaker is Robert Colls who is the author of the Orwell biography entitled George Orwell: Life and Legacy.You know his novels 1984 and Animal Farm but there is so much more to enjoy. I look forward to discussing with Robert about Orwell's other major novels as well as his essays like Shooting an Elephant and a Hanging. Get full access to What Happens Next in 6 Minutes with Larry Bernstein at www.whathappensnextin6minutes.com/subscribe

David is joined by AEW TNT champion “The Jet” Kevin Knight! David and Kevin discuss whose idea it was to blow up Darby Allin, what weapon in wrestling frightens him the most, Mara Sadé's wrestling free agency, and so much more! (5:26) Kevin's favorite wrestlers (7:21) What you learn in the L.A. Dojo most wrestlers don't (8:42) How the tag team mindset applies to Kevin's singles career (9:59) What it's like being surrounded by wrestlers just as hungry as he is in the Don Callis Family (12:24) If he was left to his own devices more in AEW than New Japan (14:43) Where Mara Sadè will show up next (16:14) Kevin's non-wrestling influences (18:24) Kevin's other sport (20:12) Second-guessing high-risk maneuvers (21:54) How exciting All in is for someone not from the U.K. (23:30) Kevin's upcoming falls count anywhere match against Darby Allin (25:01) Appreciating what's happening in real time Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel! Host: David Shoemaker Guest: Kevin Knight Producers: Bruce Baldwin and Ben Cruz Nintendo: Power up your play with Nintendo Switch 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guests: Stephen Smith and Sam Lair Host Scot Bertram talks with Stephen Smith, dean of humanities and Professor of English at Hillsdale College, to preview his brand-new online course, “The Iliad.” And Sam Lair, former director of The Center for American Education at the Idaho Freedom Foundation, discusses his Hillsdale College Van Andel Graduate School of Statesmanship […]

Guests: Stephen Smith and Sam Lair Host Scot Bertram talks with Stephen Smith, dean of humanities and Professor of English at Hillsdale College, to preview his brand-new online course, “The Iliad.” And Sam Lair, former director of The Center for American Education at the Idaho Freedom Foundation, discusses his Hillsdale College Van Andel Graduate School of Statesmanship dissertation on the political thought and statesmanship of James Monroe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is there an elder in your life that you need to honor and show some appreciation to? In today's episode, Rachel will share some ideas on how you can connect deeper with that special senior in your life. It can make a big difference just to let someone know that you are thinking about them. Tune in to begin.

  Host: Dan Panetti   As I talked about in the podcast, I'm reading Flowers from a Puritan's Garden by Charles Spurgeon where Spurgeon is diving deep into the illustrations of the great Puritan pastor and writer Thomas Manton. I've enjoyed so many of the great lessons that Spurgeon has shared in this book and I want to share them with you as you continue to mature as a godly man! I can't encourage you enough to be reading good books as part of your growth plan - God's Word is first and foremost, but make sure you are adding some other great books to challenge and encourage you in your walk!   T4M guys - just a reminder that Training4Manhood is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) ministry and you can make donations either via Zelle (info@training4manhood.com) or by visiting the Training4Manhood website.

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Host Bryn Griffiths sits down with seasoned civil litigator Howie Sniderman, just back from speaking at the National Credit Conference in Jasper, Alberta. With 45 years of legal experience, Howie shares his insights on the real challenges credit professionals face: it's not so much about winning lawsuits, but actually collecting what's owed. They also explore how artificial intelligence is shaking up the legal landscape, from research tools to the risks of AI "hallucinations." Tune in for practical advice, real-world stories, and a forward-looking discussion on mastering technology and staying ahead in the credit industry.Episode Highlights:00:00 Due diligence and payment issues04:17 Identifying serial offenders in credit industry09:12 Robots in customer service13:51 Appreciating conference attendees' diligence16:26 Discussing Canada's current economic outlook19:00 Signing off and contact infoDisclaimer: always get legal advice specific to your own situation from a legal professional. The information provided here is general and does not apply to every situation.

Appreciating the Value of Imperfect Produce.Through years of culinary experience, I have observed that nature rarely produces flawless food. Many of the finest ingredients I have used are those commonly discarded. Crooked carrots often possess greater sweetness, and a scarred heirloom tomato typically offers more flavor and character than any visually perfect hothouse tomato I have encountered.I emphasize this lesson daily at my cooking school. Upon arrival, students are presented with two boxes: one containing uniform, visually appealing produce from a premium grocery store, and another filled with what the industry terms "ugly" or "imperfect" fruits and vegetables, which may be misshapen, blemished, small, or unusually colored. When asked to choose, most students select the more attractive produce. However, after tasting both, they are consistently surprised to discover that the so-called ugly produce is equally flavorful, if not superior. Crooked carrots tend to be sweeter, blemished tomatoes offer richer taste, and irregularly shaped apples are often more aromatic. This exercise demonstrates that appearance does not determine quality. As a chef, I am disheartened by the waste of edible food. My career is founded on respecting ingredients and recognizing the inherent value of food. Discarding edible produce is not only economically unsound; it undermines the fundamental principles of cooking. When I witness a perfectly edible eggplant discarded solely due to its shape, I see the potential for nourishing meals and culinary creativity.At my school, I am committed to teaching students how to utilize ingredients that are often disregarded. Our curriculum includes a dedicated section titled "The Blemish Kitchen." Each week, I purchase imperfect produce from local farmers who might otherwise dispose of it. This practice provides farmers with additional income and allows my students to access ingredients at reduced costs. I transfer these savings to students, as I believe that culinary education should remain accessible.The techniques I teach are straightforward yet impactful. For example, a bruised apple can be transformed into a smooth compote for pastries, while wilting greens become a vibrant pesto. Potatoes rejected by retailers due to their shape roast to a crisp, golden finish, consistently surprising students with their quality. I provide practical guidance, such as removing damaged areas with a sharp knife, peeling or slicing to access the usable portions, and employing creative presentation methods like chopping for stews or incorporating into soups to mask irregular shapes. My goal is for students to appreciate the value of every ingredient and recognize that they can reduce grocery expenses by up to 30 percent. It is unnecessary to rely on national delivery services to obtain imperfect produce. I encourage students to explore local farmers' markets, where discounted, high-quality but visually imperfect produce is often available. Some small grocers maintain a "seconds" section for slightly blemished items, and many farms offer weekly community boxes containing surplus or cosmetically flawed produce. Students benefit from engaging with growers and discovering local sources for these bargains. Several have returned to class enthusiastic about the quantity and affordability of food acquired, with one student reporting savings of over fifty dollars in a single week by choosing imperfect produce for family meals.However, this lesson extends beyond financial savings. By teaching students about imperfect produce, I also address sustainability. Food waste in landfills generates methane, a greenhouse gas significantly more potent than carbon dioxide. Selecting blemished fruit prevents edible food from entering landfills and supports farmers facing challenges in selling imperfect crops. Complete Content HereChef Walters Podcasts

Appreciating Who You've BecomeDiscover the power of self-appreciation by reflecting on your journey, especially during times of loss, striving, or caregiving. This episode explores how to honor your growth, recognize your resilience, and celebrate your inherent worth, helping you stand in awe of who you already are.Key TopicsThe importance of self-appreciation in everyday lifeHow to reflect on growth during seasons of loss and changeMoving beyond achievements to recognize resilience and inner strengthPractices to cultivate self-kindness and celebrate core valuesChallenging the tendency to tie self-worth solely to accomplishmentsThe concept of being in awe of yourself and your journeyHow to pause and recognize your progress without constantly striving forwardTimestamps00:00 - Why self-appreciation matters in every season of life00:30 - The meditation that inspired reflecting on your journey01:29 - How past dreams align with your current life reality02:28 - The power of being in awe of what you have already achieved04:35 - Why appreciating your journey fosters gratitude and resilience05:51 - Recognizing growth during times of loss and transition08:36 - Learning from seasons of challenge and how they shape us10:10 - Overcoming the trap of achievement as a mirror of worth12:31 - Developing the muscles of resilience before climbing the next mountain13:45 - Understanding the internal scripts that hinder self-appreciation15:11 - The importance of celebrating your values through every season17:30 - Practical ways to pause, reflect, and honor your becoming20:02 - Building awareness of your current worth and progress21:02 - Practical exercises to collect evidence of resilience and growth22:15 - Speaking kindly to yourself and embodying compassion23:11 - The core message: honor your journey and stand in awe of you Final Reflection: Remember that your current self is already enough — worthy of admiration and celebration. Pausing to appreciate your growth, resilience, and values enhances your sense of self-worth and invites more awe into your daily life.

People often say “It's the little things”, but what does that mean? Ian Bogost has written a book on this subject called The Small Stuff, and in it he describes the gratification that we can all get from paying attention to the small things that happen around us every day. The way a camera feels in the hand, the texture of our clothing, the difference in taste of a soda drunk from a can instead of a plastic bottle. All of these things can be savoured and make our lives a far richer tapestry than it might otherwise be. I am sold and hope you will be too after you enjoy this conversation. And go pick up a copy of the book, I did and it was very much worth it.Support the show on Patreon.More about this show:A camera is just a tool but spend enough time with photographers and you'll see them go misty eyed when they talk about their first camera or a small fast prime that they had in their youth. Prime Lenses is a series of interviews with photographers talking about their photography by way of three lenses that mean a lot to them. These can be interchangeable, attached to a camera, integrated into a gadget, I'm interested in the sometimes complex relationship we have with the tools we choose, why they can mean so much and how they make us feel.

Meeting Mr Right offline might be the dream, but it's overrated. Limiting yourself to offline dating tends to create a problem that online dating can solve. Here are the top 5 points I cover in this episode: ❤ A story about my client who is ‘taking a break' from online dating ❤ The trouble with meeting romantic prospects once in a blue moon ❤ If you don't want to live off emotional crumbs, dating apps can help ❤ Appreciating the power of dating apps will help you hate them less ❤ What to do if you really, really, really don't want to do online dating If you'd prefer to read than listen, you can view this as an article on ⁠Medium⁠ and ⁠Substack⁠. As a professional dating mentor (kinda like the lovechild of Carrie Bradshaw and Crocodile Dundee), I help women who want to find their Mr Right go from ‘dating sucks' to dating success with my unique 'best friend' approach. Start with my FREE TRAINING - Empowered AF: How to Find Mr Right Without Having to Change Yourself, Lower Your Standards or Waste Your Time. Just visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠YourDatingBestie.com⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Ever wondered if your greenhouse control system is actually helping—or if it's leaving you in the dark about your energy bills? I've been there, and that's exactly what we dig into in this episode.Joining me are Neda, CEO and co-founder of Microclimates, and Gretchen, Executive Director at the Greenhouse Lighting and Systems Engineering Consortium at Cornell, whose combined expertise covers everything from cutting-edge environmental controls to energy efficiency in controlled environment agriculture. Neda has an extensive background in developing technologies that empower growers with actionable data, while Gretchen brings years of research experience with leading universities and utility-backed initiatives in optimizing greenhouse lighting and automation.This episode unpacks the real-world findings from the CalNEX Project—a first-of-its-kind scientific study focused on the impact of smart environmental monitoring and controls in California greenhouses. We compare “smart” and “smarter” systems, revealing surprising industry gaps in environmental data collection, misunderstood overhead costs, and how simple steps can lead to significant energy savings and business sustainability.Beyond the results, we chat about practical steps for adopting automation without ripping out your current systems, new open-platform sensor trends, the reality (and future) of AI in controlled ag, and why a phased, data-driven approach will be key for small and large growers alike. If you're daunted by all the talk of sensors, integration, or AI, consider this the guide to understanding what actually matters—and what you can do today.Curious if you're missing an easy win in your farm's energy management, or want a reality check on all the AI hype? Tune in now and turn your environmental data into your biggest asset!Thanks to Our SponsorsCEA Summit East - https://indoor.ag/cea-summit-east-2025/Indoor AgCon - https://indoor.ag/Key Takeaways00:00 Discussing the CalNEX Project findings03:17 Smart Controls Project achievements07:52 Improving greenhouse energy efficiency10:34 Energy consumption misconceptions12:57 Diverse systems in cannabis farming19:10 Automating greenhouse light management22:22 Operational impacts in construction projects25:40 Consulting on greenhouse tech needs27:50 Discussing phased approach for innovations29:57 Phased approach to AI implementation35:51 Parental influence on IT security37:02 Adopting AI and Automation Tools41:17 Starting with basic crop monitoring43:32 Indoor farming control techniques46:39 Year of retrofits and opportunities49:46 Appreciating industry partnershipsTweetable Quotes"Our job is to complement what's already there. The projects Gretchen mentioned, every site had something different… Our job wasn't to go in and just say, rip everything out for this control study and start over because we want to collect the data. It was really to take a look at what do you currently have, how can we complement that with adding more environmental insight, environmental visibility to that operation, and is there a way that we can integrate what you currently have?" "I'd say the biggest surprise and biggest lesson was that they didn't have enough environmental visibility. A lot of these operations had maybe one temperature humidity sensor hanging in the middle of the room representing the entire greenhouse or a section of the greenhouse. Your control system is only as good as the information it's taking in, like the input, right?""If you don't have the thousands of data points, if you can't summarize the trends, if you can't make any recommendations and alerts, and you can't generate those reports based on the thousand data points, how is this AI going to actually get to know you?... First of all, we have to step back and say, are operators actually collecting data? We already said early on in this conversation they are, but they don't have enough environmental visibility, which means they actually are not collecting enough data."Resources MentionedWebsite - www.microclimates.comYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Microclimates-IncInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/microclimatesFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/microclimates.incLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/microclimatesLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gschimelpfenig/Resource Innovation Institute - https://resourceinnovation.org/ Microclimates - https://microclimates.com/ Priva Control Systems - https://www.priva.com/Ritter Greenhouse Automation - https://rittergreenhouse.com/Connect With UsVFP LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/verticalfarmingpodcastVFP Twitter - https://twitter.com/VerticalFarmPodVFP Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/direct/inbox/VFP Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VerticalFarmPodSubscribe to our newsletters!AgTech Digest - https://agtechdigest.comThe Indoor Farmer - https://www.indoorverticalfarm.com/Horti-Gen Insights - https://www.hortigeninsights.com/

Hey there food fans! It's time to travel to Madagascar today for Episode 160 of The Food For ThoughtCast. I am honored to speak to Emmanuel Laroche, the author of A Taste of Madagascar: Culinary Riches of the Red Island, this Flavor Explorer and Culinary Storyteller uses the lens of food—wild black pepper, zebu meat, pink peppercorn, each intimately described and explained—to journey through and celebrate this faraway place that most of us know little about. Appreciating the food ingredients that are cultivated in and exported from Madagascar helps give back positively to one of the poorest communities in the world. Emmanuel and I talk about caviar and vanilla and the importance of food and beverage to creating ritual and community. This was an incredible conversation that introduced me to many things and places I'd never heard of. That's the real perk of doing this podcast, for me, is meeting incredible people and hearing their stories of food and life and helping to share those stories for all of you. Thanks so much for listening. 

A master stonemason considers the great sites of Europe and shares what these enduring structures can teach us about permanence, craft, and human ambition. Then an Italian tour guide sheds light on the Dolomites, the spectacular setting where Italian, German, and Ladin traditions meet. Plus, an aficionado of American road trips tells us about efforts to revitalize historic Route 66 as a national heritage trail. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

Guests: Benedict Whalen and Carson Holloway Host Scot Bertram talks with Benedict Whalen, chairman and associate professor of English at Hillsdale College, to preview his brand-new online course, “The Odyssey.” And Carson Holloway, department chair and professor of political society at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and a Washington fellow at the Claremont Institute Center for […]

Guests: Benedict Whalen and Carson Holloway Host Scot Bertram talks with Benedict Whalen, chairman and associate professor of English at Hillsdale College, to preview his brand-new online course, “The Odyssey.” And Carson Holloway, department chair and professor of political society at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and a Washington fellow at the Claremont Institute Center for the American Way of Life, discusses the shortcomings of American libel law and his new book, No Liberty to Libel: The Constitutional Case against New York Times v. Sullivan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month's GLP-1 trends report looks beyond the headlines and into the conversations that are becoming more important as more people settle into long term weight management.Instead of focusing on medications themselves, this episode explores what happens after some of the biggest changes begin to take place.Topics include:• What happens after food noise gets quieter• Building an identity beyond weight loss• Learning to enjoy restaurants again• Preparing emotionally for life without GLP-1• Appreciating your body while it is still changingThese conversations may not be dominating social media yet, but they are becoming increasingly relevant for people who are thinking beyond losing weight and toward building a sustainable lifestyle.If you are using a GLP-1, considering one, or simply interested in where the conversation is headed, this episode offers a practical, balanced perspective focused on long term success rather than short term extremes.Read the complete July 2026 GLP-1 Trends Report:https://yourlevelfitness.com/glp1/glp1-trends-july-2026Join the live GLP-1 conversations:https://yourlevelfitness.com/stream

Celebrate Bastille Day with French guides. They'll explain the impressionist techniques perfected in the early 20th century, provide insider advice for designing the perfect Parisian itinerary, and help tackle the immense collection at the Louvre. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

This week I'm appreciating the break in the weather both physically and mentally. I got to hang out with my homie after he wasn't doing so well last week and make some amends in that regard. I also talk about the relationship between cycling and consuming cannabis that I had built up over the last decade and how it's been cycling while sober; it's definitely different but not terrible like I initially thought it would be. It's also going to be the first sober 7/10 since 2014 which I never thought I'd see but it is good to stick to the commitment that I made last November. I hope y'all are having a good day whenever and wherever you happen to listen to this! Support the show

End of term season is here!  Between the certificates, sports days finishes, exhaustion and reports, it's easy for both parents and kids to feel the pressure of achievement.In this episode Ed and Amy dive into how the gospel changes the way we view both success and failure. Appreciating our God given gifts and practical ways to "smart coach" your kids through challenges.Join us for a surprising theory about snooker balls and the rest we can find in the truth that our value isn't found in an "A" grade, but in being a deeply loved child of the King.

Welcome back to the Almost Daily Podcast.Life is full of transitions. Some are exciting. Some are painful. Some are planned, while others arrive unexpectedly. Whether you're moving to a new city, starting a new job, beginning a new relationship, ending a relationship, or entering a completely different season of life, change has a way of pulling us in different directions.In this episode, I talk about the importance of taking time to process where you're coming from before rushing into what's next.It's easy to fall into one of two extremes when life changes. Some people get stuck in the past and struggle to move forward. Others immediately jump into the next thing without giving themselves the opportunity to process what happened, what they learned, and what they're feeling.Neither extreme serves us particularly well.In this episode, I explore:• Why reflection is an important part of personal growth• Appreciating the experiences that helped shape who you are• Giving yourself permission to mourn what is no longer there• The difference between getting stuck and taking time to process• Why healing and moving forward often happen simultaneously• The temptation to rush into the next chapter before you're ready• Finding meaning in both joyful and difficult life transitionsWhether you're celebrating a new opportunity or working through an unexpected change, it's important to create space for your thoughts and emotions. The next chapter will still be there when you're ready for it.Sometimes the healthiest thing you can do is pause long enough to appreciate where you've been, acknowledge what you're feeling, and then move forward with greater clarity.Thank you as always for listening, and I'll talk to you again real soon.

Many physicians reach a point where they are functioning well on the outside — delivering good care, staying credentialed, showing up — and yet something beneath the surface feels flat, restless, or not quite right. Not burned out exactly. Not unhappy exactly.  Just not fully found. Dr. Abhay Dandekar, a pediatrician who was a resident with Jessie, shares his journey of not feeling lost but also never feeling found either.  In this conversation, Abhay shares the arc of a career that has moved through clinical hospital medicine, residency program director, leaving for full-time administrative leadership in another institution, and then his journey back – to the exact clinical home he left. What changed when he returned was not the place. It was him. This is a generous conversation about navigating the pulls of medicine, the stories physicians tell themselves about staying and going, the difference between mentors and sponsors, and what it actually means to find yourself –  from the inside out.     What We Explore The specific feeling of "not yet being found" — distinct from being lost or burned out Why binary thinking narrows physician careers  What it means to return to a familiar place as a genuinely different person How to build what keeps you stable without stopping what keeps you moving The inner work of agency — and why waiting to be seen keeps you stuck How thought partners and daily reflection sustain longevity in medicine     Pearls of Wisdom The roses and the trash smell the same no matter where you are. What changes is how you show up. You can be functioning well on the outside and paying a real cost underneath. Agency does not come from the institution. It has to start from within. You can take a step without calling it a misstep. Sometimes it is a sidestep — or a diagonal forward step that puts you somewhere truer. Find thought partners, not echo chambers. The people around you carry wisdom you have not seen yet. Appreciating diastole — pausing and reflecting — is not recovery. It is practice.     Reflection Questions Where do you feel the gap between how you appear on the outside and what you are carrying underneath? Are you waiting for your institution to solve something that might need to start with you? Where is binary thinking shaping the choices in front of you right now? Who are your thought partners — and where are you in an echo chamber when you need honest conversation? What would it mean to appreciate diastole in your own career this week?     Ways to Work With Jessie 1:1 Coaching: https://www.jessiemahoneymd.com/ CME Wellness Retreats: https://www.jessiemahoneymd.com/retreats Free Live-Stream Mindful Yoga: https://www.jessiemahoneymd.com/yoga Jessie's Blog: https://www.jessiemahoneymd.com/jessies-blog Podcast Page: https://www.jessiemahoneymd.com/mindful-healers-podcast Nothing shared in the Healing Medicine Podcast is medical advice. The Healing Medicine Podcast was formerly known as the Mindful Healers Podcast.  

Pastor Rob Byker joins us with a message from John 1:43-51, titled “Appreciating the Greatness of Jesus of Nazareth.” When Nathanael first hears that the promised Messiah is from Nazareth, he isn't convinced. But everything changes when Jesus reveals that He already knows Nathanael, even recalling a private moment beneath the fig tree. In that encounter, doubt gives way to faith.

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What comes to mind when you hear terms like body positivity or body appreciation?For many people, social media has turned these conversations into extremes. You're often told that you either have to completely love your body exactly as it is or focus entirely on changing it. The reality is that body image is rarely an either/or situation. More often than not, it's both.In this episode of Body Image Shift, I share my perspective on the relationship between body positivity, body appreciation, and self acceptance. I explain why appreciating your body for what it does today can coexist with goals you may have for your health, fitness, or weight management.Your body is carrying you through life right now. It's helping you move, think, experience, adapt, and pursue the goals that matter to you. That alone deserves recognition and appreciation.In this episode, I discuss:• What body positivity means from an inside/out perspective• Why body appreciation can be the foundation for a healthier body image• The difference between social media narratives and real life experiences• How appreciating your body can make it easier to like and love yourself• Why self acceptance and personal growth can exist at the same time• The importance of appreciating both what and who you see in the mirrorOne of the biggest mindset shifts you can make is realizing that you don't have to wait until you reach a specific weight, clothing size, or fitness goal to start appreciating yourself. That work can begin today, and it's a practice you'll continue throughout every stage of your forever active lifestyle.If you'd like to continue the conversation around body appreciation, body positivity, and body image, sign up for the live streams at yourlevelfitness.com/stream.

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I'm so excited to be celebrating episode 300 with you, my listeners and fellow Striders. Today, we are looking back at how True Stride began, how it has grown, and how much can change when we keep showing up with honesty, curiosity, and a willingness to listen to what feels aligned. When this podcast started nearly six years ago, I had just left corporate America, I was writing a book, and I was being told I needed to build a big social media presence. But that never felt like me, so I chose a different path and followed the thing that did feel true. I was showing up, one episode, and reflection at a time. In this episode, we talk about what it has meant to grow in real time. I look back at the early days, when I was trying to pack in every story, every question, and every takeaway because I wanted so badly to be useful and make every connection clear. Over time, the podcast became more spacious and natural, and I learned to trust that you would take what resonated, leave what did not, and apply each reflection in the way that made sense for your own life. I also share how my dreams have shifted along the way, from living near the beach in St. Augustine to following a new vision of life in the mountains with land, gardening, chickens, and a different daily rhythm. This 300th episode is a Wise Walk through the itches we cannot ignore, the dreams that keep evolving, and the small, honest steps that help us move toward a life that feels true and appreciate how far we have come together.  When you first started listening to this podcast, what were you seeking? What was it about these episodes and Wise Walks that helped you get back in touch with yourself? What helped you remember what you truly want and what you truly need? What is it about these episodes that supports you in slowing down, dropping into that big, beautiful heart of yours, and surfacing those gut feelings, intentions, and dreams deep within you? What helps you notice what feels aligned or what does not feel aligned, so you can have an honest conversation with yourself? What brought you to this podcast? What has changed along the way? What has evolved for you? How does this podcast or this community support you right now, in this moment? Over the past 300 episodes, how have you released your fear of external pressures? How have you shown up for yourself, expressed yourself freely, or stayed in alignment with your True Stride when it really mattered? When you strip away the fear of others' opinions about what you are doing or how you are showing up, what is genuinely important to you? Are you living in ways that you want to? Are you investing time in ways that fulfill you? Are you in full gratitude for all that you have accomplished and all that you have become in the six years we have been going on Wise Walks and having self-reflection conversations together? As you take yourself on a Wise Walk and reflect on where you are investing your time, are there things that once lit you up but no longer do? Do you give yourself permission to release them? Maybe it is a literal investment, an item, or a possession that you have. Maybe it is an activity that once lit you up, but now, for whatever reason, just does not feel aligned. Can you let that go so that you make space for this current version of yourself and your future version? Can you write your next chapter in a way that includes and prioritizes the things in your life that you want to invest in and that light you up? For this 300th episode, my heart is absolutely full of gratitude for how far we've come and for how many itches we've scratched together. We have shed fear of external judgment so that we could align with our daily actions, values, and choices. We've shown up for ourselves in ways that really matter. We get to live the way we want to and invest our time in ways that fulfill us. Thank you for listening, for witnessing my own evolution, and for sharing vulnerably in yours. I look forward to unpacking whatever itches we need to scratch in the future as we listen to our big, beautiful hearts that already know our answers. In this episode: [02:57] When I first started this podcast, everyone was saying, you need a social media presence. I tried social media, but it didn't feel aligned.  [04:26] I was exploring other avenues and decided to start a podcast. [06:00] My book was about dropping into your heart, determining what lights you up, and then going after that, while staying in alignment with your true authentic self. [07:05] I've evolved as a podcaster. I used to pack a lot in my Wise Walks, but now I try to encourage discovering what feels in alignment for you.  [08:23] These broad topics and free flowing conversations leave room to interpret and reflect in whatever way feels most relevant and aligned for you. [09:09] Pressure to create jam-packed episodes was a little too suffocating for me. [10:20] We are deeply connected, and this podcast has helped me show up in the best version of myself. [12:22] It's been one of my dreams to live in an area that made me feel like I was on vacation. I did that in St Augustine, Florida. My next dream was living in the mountains and on the land. [13:29] I journaled about a day in the life on my mountain, homestead farm. [14:45] I love how these Wise Walks allow me to continually check in with myself and examine whether I'm living in alignment. [15:32] Living our dream life takes time. The process of checking in with ourselves gives us a huge advantage. [17:12] Take time to recognize your dreams and put in action steps and everything that will move you toward the direction that you want to go. [18:26] This podcast has helped me continually ask questions and release what doesn't fulfill me anymore. [19:25] I love how the self-reflection questions on our Wise Walks give me time to check in with myself and see if what I'm investing in is still lighting me up. Memorable Quotes: "I understood the value of a podcast, and something about it felt aligned. It gave me a way to be vulnerable, share my message, and put myself out there in a way that could attract the right audience." - Mary Tess "Growth happens when we keep showing up, one honest reflection at a time, even when we do not know exactly where the path is leading." - Mary Tess "Over the course of these six years, both you and I have evolved, and you have always surprised me with how heartfelt your intentions are to show up as the best version of yourself." - Mary Tess Links and Resources: Mary Tess Rooney Email Heart Value Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram

» Produced by Hack You Media: pioneering a new category of content at the intersection of health performance, entrepreneurship & cognitive optimisation.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/Website: https://hackyou.media/James Sexton, a divorce lawyer, on why fear is good, why marriage needs a plan, and why heartbreak matters.As someone who sees relationships fail every day, James explains that scepticism about marriage is actually healthy, real bravery requires fear. Most people don't realise marriage is the most legally significant thing you'll do and enter it with zero plan, yet they plan everything in fitness. Passion and chemistry don't equal partnership compatibility, and complacency kills relationships when partners stop trying after "locking someone in." Relationships need intentionality, maintenance, and honest feedback like any other area of life.The hardest part isn't falling in love, it's believing you're worthy of it. Heartbreak is painful but beautiful because grief proves you had something worth losing, and those experiences create the depth most people never experience.00:00 Introduction06:21 Past Relationships and Compatibility10:19 Relationships as Career vs Side Hustle14:55 Designing a Perfect Life Without Marriage18:40 Complacency and Maintenance in Marriage27:10 Honesty and Difficult Conversations in Relationships30:21 Teaching Relationship Skills and Managing Disconnection35:12 Comparison Between Fitness and Relationships40:42 Age and Experience in Love and Marriage45:48 Intentionality in Relationships and Maintaining Love50:01 Appreciating and Valuing Relationships55:14 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Love1:02:59 The Importance of Having Children1:05:47 Financial Stability and Motivation with Children1:11:22 Fame, Wealth, and Relationship Challenges1:18:10 Performance Art in Relationships and Social Media1:25:33 Belief in Love and Life's Fundamental Questions» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/» Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/» My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com» Discover Bioniq Lab peptide products- https://bioniqlab.com/mike1010% off with code MIKE10» Join our newsletter for actionable insights from every episode: https://thrst-letter.beehiiv.com/» Join Whoop and get your first month for free - join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow JamesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nycdivorcelawyer/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.nycdivorces.com/

What if one of the biggest obstacles to improving your body image isn't what you see in the mirror today, but how you view yourself from the past?In this episode of Body Image Shift, we explore why so many people spend years trying to run from previous versions of themselves and why that approach often leaves them feeling stuck, even after significant physical changes.From weight loss and fitness transformations to personal growth and life experience, many of us are taught to focus entirely on the future. But when it comes to body image, the past often continues to shape how we see ourselves, our worth, and our value. The challenge isn't simply changing your appearance. The challenge is learning how to appreciate yourself at every stage of your journey.We discuss the unrealistic standards that have been passed down through generations, why chasing approval rarely creates lasting self-acceptance, and how self-appreciation requires both logical understanding and emotional work. We also explore why previous versions of yourself deserve compassion, why trying to escape your past often reinforces negative body image, and how your perception of yourself can completely change the meaning behind the same life experiences.Topics Covered:• Why body image is about more than appearance• The connection between self-worth and self-perception• How societal standards shape body image• Why many people try to run from their past selves• Appreciating previous versions of yourself• The emotional side of body image work• Self-compassion and personal growth• Why changing your body doesn't automatically change how you see yourself• Reframing your relationship with the person in the mirror• Learning to appreciate yourself at every stage of lifeContinue the Body Image ConversationYLF Livestreams:https://yourlevelfitness.com/streamIf you're ready to continue exploring body image, self-appreciation, confidence, and the inside/out approach to personal growth, join us for the YLF Livestreams where we dive deeper into these conversations and work through them together.Thank you for listening to Body Image Shift.The goal isn't to become a completely different person. The goal is to appreciate the person you've always been, recognize how you've evolved, and learn to see every version of yourself with greater compassion, understanding, and appreciation.

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Xan returns to the enchanting world of Witch Hat Atelier with its culinary spin-off, Witch Hat Atelier Kitchen by Hiromi Sato based on the series created by Kamome Shirahama. This cookbook-manga hybrid invites readers into Qifrey's atelier after hours, where magical experiments take a delicious turn. Is this a worthy addition to the franchise? We break down the recipes, the art, and our honest feelings about this unique companion. ----more---- In This Episode: Discussing the informative and accessible recipes featured throughout the book. Appreciating the great art style that captures the cozy, magical atmosphere of the original series. Xan's thoughts on this spin-off compared to the main series (reviewed in Episode 544). The latest manga news and a quick apology for the last review. Talking about upcoming convention appearances at Otakon! Support the Show: Help us keep the kitchen fires burning: Gofundme Engage With Us: Subscribe! YouTube | Website Follow @spiraken on X (Twitter), Bluesky, Instagram Join the community on Discord Support us on Patreon Rate us on Apple Podcasts Random Question of the Day: "What's a manga or anime that made you want to try cooking a dish from its world?" #Spiraken #MangaReview #WitchHatAtelierKitchen #HiromiSato #KamomeShirahama #CookingManga #WitchHatAtelier #KodanshaManga Music Credits: "Trendsetter" by Mood Maze (via Uppbeat) License code: YEPNB5COHX56JVES WHERE TO FIND US Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/spiraken.bsky.social Instagram: instagram.com/spiraken Email: Spiraken@gmail.com | Xan: xan@spiraken.com Patreon: patreon.com/spiraken Discord: tinyurl.com/spiradiscord X: x.com/spiraken YouTube: youtube.com/@spiraken Twitch: twitch.com/spiraken Amazon Store: amazon.com/shops/spiraken

One of the challenges of human nature is that we become accustomed to the blessings that Hashem gives us. Things that once would have filled us with excitement eventually become part of everyday life, and we begin to expect them rather than appreciate them. Very often, we do not recognize the true value of something until it is no longer available. A person may take his health for granted until, lo alenu, he becomes ill. Suddenly, all the things he was once able to do effortlessly become precious. The same is true with all blessings and relationships. One of the purposes of thanking Hashem for our blessings is to train ourselves to appreciate them while we have them, so that we do not need to lose them in order to recognize their value. A man told me that he recently had to move to another city, and now it takes him over an hour to commute to work each day. He said he never appreciated living just five minutes from his office. Looking back, he wishes he had appreciated that convenience while he had it. Sometimes a person spends years praying for something. He dreams of getting married, finding a job, buying a home, or having a child. Then, when Hashem grants him that blessing, it gradually becomes part of his routine, and he no longer feels the same excitement he once did. He moves on to making new requests and may even feel as though Hashem never gives him what he asks for. If only he could remember how desperately he once wanted what he already has. Another benefit of thanking Hashem for our blessings becomes apparent from the following story. A woman related that after she gave birth, she was rushed to the ICU with severe complications. She lost a tremendous amount of blood and required more than ten blood transfusions. She was connected to machines, had a tube down her throat, and her hands and feet were extremely swollen. The doctors expected her to remain in the ICU for at least seven to ten days. At one point, they were not sure if she would survive. They told her husband that her life was hanging by a thread. When she finally became aware of where she was, what was happening, and how serious her condition was, she told her husband that they needed to thank Hashem for the healthy baby He had just given them. Even though she was weak, confused, and frightened, she felt that this was the moment to focus on gratitude. Together they began thanking Hashem for everything they could think of. They thanked Him for the doctors and nurses who were caring for her, for the people bringing them food, for her hands and feet that had not been swollen for all the years before, and for countless other blessings. Then they said Mizmor LeTodah together. At that time, her oxygen level was only 88. The doctors had told them that she would not be allowed to leave the ICU until it reached at least 96. Despite all the medical efforts, the number would not move. As they continued thanking Hashem and saying Mizmor LeTodah, they watched the monitor. Eighty-eight became eighty-nine. Eighty-nine became ninety. They could hardly believe it. They continued thanking Hashem for more and more blessings and recited Mizmor LeTodah again. The numbers kept climbing until, all of a sudden, the oxygen level reached 97 and remained there. After a little more than an hour of focusing on gratitude and thanking Hashem, her oxygen level had risen enough for her to leave the ICU. The doctors were stunned. The next day, while she was still in the hospital, the nurses noticed that her numbers were once again not looking good, and they were concerned that she might need to return to the ICU. She asked for a few minutes alone. Once again, she focused on gratitude to Hashem and recited Mizmor LeTodah. When the nurses returned, they saw that the numbers had gone back to normal. Baruch Hashem, she was eventually discharged fully healed. She said she learned one of the greatest lessons of her life. Gratitude does not change Hashem; it changes us. When we stop focusing on what we are missing and start noticing the blessings that Hashem has already given us, something changes inside. We begin to see His kindness everywhere, and that itself is a tremendous zechut. May we always merit to appreciate Hashem's blessings and thank Him for them constantly.

You've lost the weight. Maybe you're still losing it. But when you look in the mirror, you still feel like the same person.Many people call this body dysmorphia. While body dysmorphia is a real clinical condition, many people are actually experiencing something different. They're discovering the gap between changing their body and changing the relationship they have with themselves.In this episode of Body Image Shift, we explore why weight loss doesn't automatically create self-confidence, self-acceptance, or self-love. For years, many of us were taught that changing our appearance would finally make us happy, worthy, or good enough. But when the weight comes off and those feelings remain, we're forced to confront a deeper reality.We discuss why so many people spend years trying to run from previous versions of themselves, how weight loss solves a weight problem but not necessarily a body image problem, and why true healing often begins when we stop trying to escape our past and start appreciating every version of ourselves.You'll also learn a simple mirror exercise that can help you begin rebuilding how you see yourself and why patience, kindness, and self-appreciation are essential parts of changing your body image for the long term.Topics Covered:• Why weight loss doesn't automatically fix body image• The difference between changing your body and changing your self-perception• Why many people still feel the same after losing weight• The connection between body image and self-worth• Appreciating previous versions of yourself• Weight loss versus self-acceptance• The role of emotions in body image• Rebuilding your relationship with yourself• Using mirror work to improve self-perception• Creating a healthier internal dialogueContinue the Body Image Conversation:YLF Livestream:https://yourlevelfitness.com/streamThank you for listening to Body Image Shift.The goal isn't to love yourself once you reach a certain weight. The goal is to appreciate and love yourself at every stage of the journey. When you stop trying to run from previous versions of yourself and start appreciating the person who got you here, everything begins to change.

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What do you want your new normal to be?If you're currently taking a GLP-1 medication, you've probably heard people talk about reduced appetite, fewer thoughts about food, lower energy levels, nausea, and significant weight loss. For many people who have struggled with weight management for years, those changes can feel like a welcome relief.In this episode of Life During and After GLP-1, I explore an important question that often gets overlooked: what do you ultimately want your day-to-day life to look like?We discuss the trade-offs that can come with GLP-1 medications, the importance of thinking beyond short-term weight loss, and why it's worth considering how your energy, strength, activity levels, and overall quality of life fit into the bigger picture.This isn't about telling you whether GLP-1 medications are right or wrong. Those conversations belong between you and your healthcare provider. Instead, this episode is about helping you think critically about the lifestyle you're building and whether it aligns with the life you want to live long-term.Topics Covered:• Defining your new normal• Life during and after GLP-1 medications• Appetite changes and food noise• Energy levels and daily activity• Strength, muscle mass, and performance• Long-term lifestyle considerations• Weight loss versus quality of life• Marketing messages around GLP-1 medications• Building a sustainable active lifestyle• Appreciating yourself at every stage of the journeyLinks Mentioned:Your Level Fitness:https://yourlevelfitness.comJournal Prompts:https://yourlevelfitness.com/emailEmail Daryl:daryl@yourlevelfitness.comThank you for listening to Life During and After GLP-1.My goal isn't to tell you what your journey should look like. My goal is to encourage you to think about the lifestyle you're building, the trade-offs you're making, and the version of normal you ultimately want for yourself. The more intentional you are about those decisions, the more likely you are to create a lifestyle you'll actually want to maintain for the long term.

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Chiara Benedetto came to live in Paris with an internship in a science field and has now built a life there. Growing up in a simple Italian town, Chiara always felt connected to French culture and language, so it felt a natural progression to head to a Francophone country like Canada, Belgium or France for her work. In this Loulabelle's chat, I was fascinated to hear about Chiara's work, as well as her Parisian life - from the practicalities of sharing in university accommodation, to her own apartment, to having a "melting-pot" group of friends coming to live in Paris from all around the globe.Chiara helps others now with the paperwork required when migrating to France. Her assistance is not based just on her own experience, but on the needs of each individual, as everyone's situation can be different. Chiara doesn't sugar coat the immigrant experience in Paris, but she describes how those who move and stay in France develop a "grit that no filter can capture".Tune into this chat and escape to France with us xx**Louise Prichard is the host of the Loulabelle's FrancoFiles podcast.**Other Loulabelle's links:FrancoFile Fix on YouTubeLoulabelle's FrancoFiles Spotify Playlist Loulabelle's FrancoFiles InstagramLoulabelle's FrancoFiles website

Send us Fan MailIn 2001, former NFL player and 3x Superbowl Champion, Matt Light, and his wife Susie, established The Light Foundation to help young people develop the skills, values, and mindset they need to create a meaningful and productive future.The mission of The Light Foundation mission is to take young people out of their everyday environments and provide them with unique opportunities that ignite their passion, purpose, and motivation to succeed.-Quick Episode Summary:Buckeye Blast celebrates youth mentorship, outdoor fun, and community leadership together.-

On this episode of the THINK Business Podcast, Deb Lapin shared five timeless takeaways for any business person looking to think sharper, prepare better, and lead with confidence. Deborah S. Lapin is a shareholder at Maddin Hauser known for her sharp litigation skills and client-first approach. Top 5 Takeaways for Any Business Person Looking to Elevate Their Game: The Power of Being Underestimated Fundamentals Always Win Anticipation Is a Competitive Advantage Over-Prepare and Stay Adaptable to Be Ready for Anything Being True to Yourself Is the Ultimate Strategy --- Deborah (Deb) S. Lapin, a shareholder in Maddin Hauser's Financial Services and Real Property Litigation group, is a zealous advocate who blends creativity, determination, and pragmatism to obtain favorable outcomes in real estate litigation and a wide range of business disputes. Always cognizant that her efforts must consider the bigger picture and the bottom line, Deb develops individual case strategies that align with her clients' broader strategic objectives and financial and reputational interests. The foundation of Deb's courtroom acumen is the intensive trial experience she gained during her time as a public defender in New York City and as an associate in a busy plaintiff's litigation firm. She has since complemented the advocacy skills and insights she developed in these roles with extensive and immersive work handling real estate litigation, particularly mortgage-related issues and title insurance coverage disputes. Her practice also extends across the full spectrum of business litigation matters, where she leverages the firm's cross-disciplinary capabilities and resources to supplement her efforts on behalf of clients spanning multiple industries. Tough but reasonable, she is as adept at obtaining early resolutions of disputes as she is at securing verdicts in her clients' favor. Appreciating the internal pressures and priorities her institutional clients face, Deb is committed to transparent communication, thoughtful efficiency, and strong, collaborative working relationships. She makes the litigation experience less stressful and taxing for clients, who appreciate her clear expectation-setting and personable counseling style. Deb enjoys speaking and blogging on topics relevant to her practice and clients and regularly presents continuing legal education courses to her colleagues. She also takes an active interest in the industries where her clients do business, including serving on the Board of Directors of the Michigan Recreational Boating Industries Educational Foundation. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Deb Lapin:Website: https://maddinhauser.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaddinHauser X: https://twitter.com/MaddinHauserPC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/maddin-hauser-roth-and-heller-pc YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@maddinhauserlaw *E - explicit language may be used in this podcast.

Send us Fan MailManny Piñeiro is a certified executive coach and professional speaker who is skilled in leadership and character development at all levels of management. He is also on the USO Board of Governors and the President and Founder of MAKING TIME COUNT, LLC which focuses on making the most of our humanity count every second, through human involvement and meaningful change for C-Suite Executives and their employees. Manny is an extreme advocate of transitioning military members to seek their highest potential both in and out of uniform, while identifying and anticipating common struggles for veterans coming out of active duty.-Quick Episode Summary:Manny Pineiro discuss leadership, family, values, and making time count.-

In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz walk through the key differences between appreciating and depreciation assets. ---

In this episode, I talk about parenting, exhaustion, frustration, and the very real challenge of remaining Stoic when your emotional battery is running on empty.Stoic Mentoring: https://tannerocampbell.com/mentoringSunday 7th Webinar: https://stoictalks.uk/june-cosmologyUsing a story from my own 43rd birthday, I walk through a morning that did not go according to plan. What I wanted was a peaceful day. What I got was a very normal morning with a two-year-old child who wanted things his way, struggled to communicate those wants clearly, and repeatedly tested my patience.The story revolves around a simple trip to a café that gradually became a lesson in expectations, frustration, entitlement, and emotional regulation.The deeper lesson is not really about toddlers. It's about the stories we tell ourselves.I had convinced myself that my birthday entitled me to a peaceful day. Rationally, I knew that wasn't true. But emotionally, I had quietly bought into the idea anyway. That expectation became the source of much of my frustration.From there, I explore several Stoic lessons:Managing expectations before frustration takes hold.Recognizing when we're running our emotional batteries too low.Understanding that self-care is not selfishness.Appreciating how much children learn from our behavior, especially when we're angry.Recognizing the difference between discipline and rage.I spend particular time discussing the impression we leave on our children. Children are constantly watching us. Every outburst, every moment of patience, every act of self-control becomes part of the example we set for them.A parent losing their temper doesn't just solve a problem poorly in the moment—it can shape how a child understands relationships, authority, safety, and emotional expression for years to come.I also argue that many parents wait far too long to recharge. We run ourselves into the ground, then expect one special day, one holiday, or one break to somehow restore everything. That's not sustainable.The Stoic approach is much simpler: maintain the battery before it reaches zero.Even a single hour each week dedicated to rest, reflection, reading, walking, or simply being alone can dramatically improve our ability to show up well for the people who depend on us.The central message of the episode is this: parenting is hard, and perfection is impossible. But we can dramatically reduce the likelihood of losing our tempers by managing our expectations, protecting our own wellbeing, and remembering that our children are always learning from how we choose to respond.Listening on Spotify? Leave a comment! Share your thoughts.

Eric Ries: Incorruptible Eric Ries is the creator of the Lean Startup method, and the author of the New York Times bestseller The Lean Startup, The Leader's Guide, and The Startup Way. Over the last two decades, his ideas about continuous innovation, long-term thinking, governance, and market reform have reshaped company building and management practices. He is the author of Incorruptible: Why Good Companies Go Bad…and How Great Companies Stay Great (Amazon, Bookshop)*. If you build a great organization, the predators will come. With the right principles in place, not only can you protect what you love, but help many people flourish because of it. In this conversation, Eric and I show you exactly where to start. Key Points Most leaders are one acquisition, one IPO, one board meeting away from seeing something they love turn into something they hate. If you build something great, they will come. The “they” are the predators who are willing to kill the golden goose. Financial gravity is the force no one controls but everyone obeys. Appreciating its realities and laws will help you build stronger. Rather than framing profit as good or bad, define profit as how you contribute to human flourishing. Harder is easier. Rather than viewing principles as a burden, the best leaders see principles as opportunities. Design the business model so the organization prospers only via mission attainment. Resources Mentioned Incorruptible: Why Good Companies Go Bad…and How Great Companies Stay Great by Eric Ries (Amazon, Bookshop)* Interview Notes Download my interview notes in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes Doing Better Than Zero-Sum Thinking, with Renée Mauborgne (episode 641) Crafting the Modern Business Plan, with Seth Godin (episode 704) Notice Disruption and Innovate Through It, with Steve Blank (episode 761) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

 Anxiety Relief - Guided Meditation for Gratitude, Calm & Appreciating the Small Miracles in Life Somewhere between the noise and the rushing, life is still leaving small miracles in your path. A shaft of morning light. The warmth of a cup in your hands. The simple fact that you are breathing right now. In today's 10-minute guided meditation and clinical hypnotherapy session, we slow down long enough to notice them — and in doing so, we gently loosen anxiety's grip and return to the quiet wonder that was always here. This session uses vagus nerve breathwork, deep guided visualisation and clinical hypnotherapy affirmations to shift your nervous system from anxious striving to open, grateful calm. Because gratitude isn't about pretending everything is fine. It's about finding the one small thing that still is. Hosted by Martin Hewlett — clinical hypnotherapist and former frontline paramedic. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

Though our lives are filled with uncertainty, we're less tolerant of it than ever, says journalist Simone Stolzoff, author of the new book “How to Not Know: The Value of Uncertainty in a World that Demands Answers.” Surrounded by prediction markets, statistics and the world's knowledge on our phones, we think we should always be certain – in who we are, what we believe and what the “right” choice is. But Stolzoff says that accepting and even appreciating uncertainty can help us be more tolerant, humble and ready to take on life's curveballs. Guests: Simone Stolzoff, journalist and author, "How to Not Know: The Value of Uncertainty in a World that Demands Answers" and "The Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life from Work" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices