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In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, host Dr. Kathy addresses the challenges parents face when their children struggle with friendships or are influenced by negative peers. Drawing on the importance of self-awareness and shared experiences, Dr. Kathy emphasizes the need for parents to communicate their hopes and strengths for their children while teaching them discernment in choosing friends. The segment, titled "Facing the Dark," provides valuable insights to help guide kids toward positive friendships and community involvement. Additionally, Dr. Kathy touches on a recent event where Melania Trump advocated for a bill aimed at protecting individuals from the non-consensual posting of intimate imagery online, highlighting the relevance of consent in the digital age.

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Baal HaSulam. Study of the Ten Sefirot. Vol. 2. Part 5. Part 5

Lesson on the topic of "Winning the War" (02.03.2022)

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Baal HaSulam. A Speech for the Completion of The Zohar

ReferencesGuerra, DJ 2026. Unpublished LecturesBiol Open. 2019 Oct 15; 8(10): bio040311.Small GTPases. 2012 Jul 1;3(3):139–153.Cell Mol Biol Lett. 2024 Aug 10;29:108Front Immunol. 2019 May 31;10:1225Brain Commun. 2021 Mar 5;3(2):fcab020Balin M. 1967. Coming Back to Me Jefferson Airplanehttps://open.spotify.com/track/0TBntp6t4oS6UXjxikO5n7?si=ccff17969d2c4680Kokkonen, J. 1972. Water Song Hot Tuna https://open.spotify.com/track/5Qe0nAjBVDecK7SfZE9YUm?si=4c8689cc0a2e4a1ePaige, J 1974 Bron yr Aur Zeppelinhttps://open.spotify.com/track/5rgWj8h7lzbSmwpp0wFkXD?si=d08d8d2b18bc40dc

Rabash. What Is the “Right Line,” in the Work?. 38 (1991) (04.04.2003)

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Rabash. What Is the “Right Line,” in the Work?. 38 (1991)

Baal HaSulam. Study of the Ten Sefirot. Vol. 2. Part 5. Part 5

Principles of Spiritual Work in the Top Ten

In this episode, Dr. Alfonso sits down with Caleb Hurd, founder of Chatperone, an AI chat platform built specifically to keep kids safe online. As a father of two and a 20-year tech industry veteran, Caleb built Chatperone not for investors or school district contracts, but for his own children first. What started as a personal solution has become a mission to give parents and educators peace of mind in a world where AI chatbots are already in the hands of our kids.From the Character AI controversy to COPPA compliance gaps, Caleb and Dr. Fonz unpack the real dangers lurking in unguarded AI platforms and why Big Tech is getting it wrong. They also explore what it truly means to put the child at the center of EdTech design, how parents and teachers can work together to guide healthy AI interactions, and why data ownership matters more than ever in 2026.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Context Setting06:04 The Birth of Chatperone12:01 Navigating Parental Concerns17:48 Building Trust with Parents23:52 Challenges with Big Tech29:52 The Future of Child Safety in EdTech30:47 Understanding AI in Education35:46 Building Solutions with Children in Mind40:39 The Philosophy Behind Chatperone42:44 Navigating the Current Educational Landscape47:46 Reflections on Parenting and TechnologySponsor ShoutoutThank you to our sponsors: Book Creator, Eduaide.AI, and Peel Back Education for supporting My EdTech Life.Get 3 Months of Book Creator Premium Access Free!Use Code: MyEdTechLifeStay Techie ✌️Peel Back Education exists to uncover, share, and amplify powerful, authentic stories from inside classrooms and beyond, helping educators, learners, and the wider community connect meaningfully with the people and ideas shaping education today. Authentic engagement, inclusion, and learning across the curriculum for ALL your students. Teachers love Book Creator.Support the show

Rabash. What Are Day and Night in the Work?. 34 (1988)

Principles of Spiritual Work in the Top Ten

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Rabash. What Are Day and Night in the Work?. 34 (1988) (22.10.2003)

Fear is loud.Every day we are surrounded by headlines, stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. But the Bible makes something clear: God has not given us a spirit of fear.In this message, Pastor Bobby Chandler teaches how fear tries to paralyze faith and how Jesus calls us to step out of the boat — even when the storm is still raging.Just like Peter walking on water, the storm doesn't disappear when faith begins. The difference is where your focus is.If fear has been controlling your thoughts, your decisions, or your future, this message will help you face it with faith.

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Recording of Rabash. Baal HaSulam. Study of the Ten Sefirot. Vol. 2. Part 5, or pnimi, item 40

Rabash. One Should Always Sell the Beams of His House. 9 (1984) (14.01.2003)

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Rabash. One Should Always Sell the Beams of His House. 9 (1984)

If your team is frustrated, your culture is drifting, and change feels exhausting, this conversation will reset your leadership. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Scott Burgmeyer, Founder and CEO of BecomeMore Group, who shares how he helps 300–500-employee organizations grow through leadership development, strategy, and change management. He's the author of Chief Optimization Officer (2020) and Think: The Road Less Traveled (May 2025), and he co-hosts the Leadership Line podcast, released weekly. Scott explains how authentic leadership, truth-telling, and doing improvement with people (not to them) can reduce turnover, strengthen culture, and create measurable business impact. Key Takeaways:→ Regulatory disruption can be ignored, resisted, or accepted, but the winners redesign the org and equip leaders for the new reality. → Scaling works best when repeatable systems are built without neglecting the human side that drives adoption and retention. → Authentic leadership is relational, not social. → Leaders often “know” the issues but need an outside voice to cut through the sugarcoating and call out what's really happening. → You can't lead today's workforce with yesterday's assumptions. Frustration often stems from resisting reality rather than adapting your leadership approach. Scott Burgmeyer is the Founder and CEO of BecomeMore Group, a company that reflects his journey of growth and transformation. His early career followed a traditional path, with successful roles in corporate environments. However, after achieving a significant corporate opportunity, Scott realized his comfort zone had shrunk, while the organization seemed content with his performance. Seeking more, he founded Creative Solutions Group in 2010, driven by relentless curiosity and a desire for growth.In 2018, Scott focused his efforts full-time on Creative Solutions Group and shortly thereafter co-authored his first of four books. The company continued to expand, culminating in a corporate acquisition with his partner Tammy in 2021 and the release of their fifth book. In 2023, Scott and Tammy formalized their merger, rebranding as BecomeMore Group to reflect their commitment to continuous personal and professional growth. Connect With Scott:Website: https://www.becomemoregp.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomemoregp/X: https://x.com/BecomeMoreGrouphttps://x.com/scottburgmeyerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576980455975LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp/https://www.linkedin.com/company/becomemoregp/

We must always desire to become saints. At first blush, this directive may fill us with fear and discouragement. Is this not too much to ask? Are we not encouraged to focus on the little things, like being true to our respective stations in life? These little things are indeed good—so long as they arise from a supernatural motive. But without an ultimate desire for sanctity, how supernatural can our motives truly be?

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Unlock the secret to influencer marketing that actually drives sales, without breaking the bank. Chelsea Clark, founder of Momfluence, shares how she built a network of nearly 9,000 mom creators and scaled campaigns that are authentic, values-driven, and ROI-focused.In this episode, you'll learn:-Why consistent, multi-touch campaigns outperform one-off posts-How to build trust with creators without micromanaging-Tips for budget-friendly campaigns using gifted content and targeted ads-Why smaller, niche influencers often outperform big namesIf you're a small brand, startup, or entrepreneur looking to make your influencer dollars count, this episode is your blueprint for building long-term relationships, trustworthy content, and campaigns that convert.Listen and transform your influencer strategy today!Work with Momfluence: https://www.momfluence.co/Connect with Branding with Becks: https://becsea.com/

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Having authentic faith means that we do the right thing, no matter what. James 4:17 shows us a way to do the right thing no matter what. We give just as much effort and consideration to the not doing the things that we shouldn't do, but also doing the things that we know we should.We would love for you to join us in the Student Space at Eubank Baptist Church on Wednesday nights at 6:00 p.m.! We also stream our services on Facebook (Impact Student Ministries) & YouTube (Eubank Baptist Church) for those unable to join us in person!

Today on Questions with Father, we step into a topic many Catholics hear about but rarely understand: the law of the Church. Why does the Church have laws at all? How are those laws made, interpreted, and applied—and what role do they play in the life of the faithful? Fr. Ian Andrew Palko explains the foundations of Canon Law, the difference between doctrine and discipline, and why the Church—like any visible society—must be governed by clear rules. Along the way, we'll explore key principles from St. Thomas Aquinas, the purpose of penalties and mercy, and why the ultimate goal of every law in the Church remains the same: the salvation of souls. See all the episodes: https://sspxpodcast.com/questions/  We'd love your feedback on this series! podcast@sspx.org – – – – – – View this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JMoPaSPSY4g – – – – – – – The Society of Saint Pius X offers this series and all of its content free of charge. If you are able to offer a one time or a small monthly recurring donation, it will assist us greatly in continuing to provide these videos for the good of the Church and Catholic Tradition. Please Support this Apostolate with 1-time or Monthly Donation >> – – – – – – – Explore more: Subscribe to this Podcast to receive this and all our audio episodesSubscribe to the SSPX YouTube channel for video versions of our podcast series and SermonsFSSPX News Website: https://fsspx.newsVisit the US District website: https://sspx.org/ – – – – – What is the SSPX Podcast? The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press, which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.  – – – – – – What is the SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org

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Read Online“A man had two sons, and the younger son said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share of your estate that should come to me.' So the father divided the property between them. After a few days, the younger son collected all his belongings and set off to a distant country where he squandered his inheritance on a life of dissipation. Luke 15:11–13Why did the father in this parable give his wayward son his inheritance? Very few parents would do such a thing. Essentially, the son treated his father as if he were dead. He showed no interest in remaining part of the family, nor did he care about his father's potential need for him in old age. The son's only desire was to take the money, leave for a distant land, and live a sinful life, severing his relationship with his father. So why did the father agree to the son's premature demand for his inheritance?The father's extreme generosity represents God's deep respect for our free will. This parable was addressed to the scribes and Pharisees, who constantly sought to manipulate and intimidate God's people into submission. But God doesn't work that way. He allows us the freedom to sin because, without that freedom, we would be unable to love Him authentically.The symbolism in this parable is clear: the son represents all who reject God, treat Him as though He were dead, abuse the natural and worldly gifts they've been given, and stray deeply into sin—symbolized by the “distant country.” When God's children reject Him and use their free will to sin, He permits them to experience the consequences of their choices. They soon discover that a life of sin away from Him quickly turns chaotic. While sin might provide temporary satisfaction, it inevitably leads to spiritual hunger and destitution.It was the responsibility of the religious leaders to treat God's people with the same respect that the father in this story showed his son. This remains the responsibility of every parent, Church leader, and person in authority today. First and foremost, we must respect the free will of others. Authentic conversion and worship cannot come from intimidation or manipulation. Yet, the scribes and Pharisees, through their self-righteousness and condescension, interfered with this essential quality of faith and worship.Even worse was their attitude toward those who had gone astray. They were indignant that Jesus welcomed tax collectors and sinners. But that was precisely why He came—to invite sinners to repentance. And repent they did. The scribes and Pharisees, however, were too self-absorbed to even consider extending forgiveness to those they deemed unworthy.When someone you love sins against you, how do you respond? Do you allow the one you love the freedom to make choices, continuing to love that person even in his or her rejection of you? The scribes and Pharisees couldn't stomach such mercy. But to God, it is a profound act of respect for human freedom, allowing each person to experience the consequences of his or her decisions. And when a sinner begins to suffer those consequences, do you think to yourself, “I told you so”? Or does your heart fill with compassion, making it easy for the sinner to return to God and to you?Reflect today on your attitude toward sinners. We are all sinners, and none of us has the right to judge, intimidate, or condemn others. Mercy—abundant mercy—is essential if we are to become like the father of the prodigal son. Only mercy that fully respects others, longs for their conversion, and forgives even before being asked can effectively change hearts. Contemplate the heart of our loving Father in Heaven and strive to imitate His holy virtues. Most merciful God, You have given me the freedom to love You or reject You, to obey Your perfect Law or follow my own will. When I sin, help me endure the consequences, so that in my humiliation, I may recall Your abundant mercy and turn back to You with all my heart. Grant me, too, a heart like Yours for every sinner, that I may be a beacon of Your care for them. Jesus, I trust in You.Image via Adobe StockSource: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

What is your path? In this episode, Myra explores swadharma, your unique path rooted in your nature. This month, you'll learn:What swadharma actually meansHow modern conditioning can disconnect you from your pathWhy following another person's dharma creates fearThe role of Ayurveda and Yoga in gaining clarity and the ability to follow your own pathWhere courage to follow your path comes fromA simple practice to release limiting beliefs and take a step forwardWhen you begin living in alignment with your swadharma, you mobilize your gifts and discover your place in the greater journey of life.Ready to dive deeper into the practices of Ayurveda and guide others to do the same to support their well-being and heal from difficult symptoms and diseases? If leading others on this path feels like your dharma, or calling, we invite you to apply now for a free 1:1 clarity call with a member of our team so we can discuss your goals and see if our training feels aligned.Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced lifestyle, we invite you to join our free private community, the Hale Pule Sangha. Need to restore your digestion, hormones, and life to balance? Check out our 4-week Agni Therapy program - It includes Ayurveda and Yoga practices, a 1:1 consultation, energy work, a private support group, and a library of Q&As with Myra to support your healing process.If you enjoyed this podcast and received value from it, we'd appreciate it if you left a heartfelt review. It supports our mission at Hale Pule and helps us reach more people.

In an AI-driven world, SEO is evolving, but is traditional SEO still effective? Discover how Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) is changing the digital landscape. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Damon Burton, Founder and President of SEO National, who discusses the future of SEO in an AI-dominated world. As AI tools like ChatGPT take over search queries, Damon explains how businesses can leverage these tools while staying true to the tried-and-true SEO strategies that have worked for decades. From the basics of SEO to advanced Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), Damon offers expert insights into how businesses can thrive in this new digital era. Key Takeaways:→ AI is reshaping SEO, but it's still vital to focus on the same core elements. → Despite the rise of AI, foundational SEO, like website structure and content strategy, remains essential. → Google's dominance in search engines is still substantial, and businesses should not panic. → Understanding the intent behind search queries is vital for both traditional SEO and AI-powered platforms. → AI offers small businesses a unique opportunity to compete against larger players with the right SEO strategy and content. Damon Burton is the founder of SEO National, a search engine marketing agency he launched in 2007 after famously outranking a billion-dollar company on Google. Since then, he has built an international team that's helped clients like Tony Robbins, Russell Brunson, NBA teams, and Inc. 5000 and Shark Tank–featured companies make more in a month than they used to in a year. A best-selling author, Damon literally wrote the book on SEO—Outrank, a practical guide that shows businesses how to dominate Google without paying for ads. Featured in Entrepreneur, Forbes, BuzzFeed, and USA Weekly, he's known for making complex SEO strategies easy to understand and implement. A husband and father of three, Damon also speaks on leading remote teams and building a family-first culture while scaling a high-performance digital business. Connect With Damon:Website: http://damonburton.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/entrepreneurdamon/X: https://x.com/EntrepreneurDBFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/damon.burtonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damonburton/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@damon-burton

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One of the great errors the Church has faced over the centuries is the temptation to avoid the Cross. The Church faces this same problem today. Some argue that the traditional Mass focuses too much on Christ's sacrifice on the Cross. We find this mentality expressed in the Novus Ordo Missae or New Mass. This liturgy avoids the concept of sacrifice, replacing it with the idea that the Mass is nothing more than a communal meal.

In this thoughtful and practical conversation, Bart sits down with Matt Marcial, CEO of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), to explore leadership, professional growth, and the power of listening. Matt shares his journey from working the front desk in hospitality to leading one of the world's largest professional organizations for communicators. Along the way, he reflects on lessons learned from both great and difficult leaders, the importance of business acumen, and why servant leadership remains the most effective leadership model. Matt explains how curiosity, discipline, and a commitment to serving others shaped his career and why the best leaders don't blame the past; they take ownership of the future.Major Takeaways / LearningsLeadership starts with listening. The ability to truly hear stakeholders is one of the most powerful leadership skills.Career growth comes from curiosity. Matt's path evolved by continually asking questions and exploring new opportunities.Servant leadership builds stronger organizations. Leaders succeed when they focus on supporting their teams and members.Professional development is a personal responsibility. Individuals must own their own growth and skill development.Business acumen matters in every role. Understanding how organizations operate helps professionals earn a seat at the table.Storytelling drives communication. Authentic, emotional stories connect more effectively than facts alone.Relationships fuel leadership success. Strong professional relationships enable progress and collaboration.Great leaders own inherited challenges. Instead of blaming predecessors, effective leaders take responsibility and improve the system.Memorable Quotes“Leadership starts with listening.”“Professional development is something you have to own yourself.”“Authenticity is the foundation of great storytelling.”“Relationships are what move organizations forward.”“As a leader, you have to take ownership of the challenges you inherit.”“It's not about you — it's about the people you serve.”Why It Matters / How to Use ItThis episode offers a practical blueprint for professionals navigating leadership and career growth. Matt Marcial's journey shows that success doesn't come from titles alone—it comes from curiosity, discipline, and a commitment to serving others. His perspective reminds leaders that growth requires accountability, humility, and strong relationships. Whether you're leading a team, building a career, or trying to make a meaningful impact in your organization, this conversation highlights a powerful leadership truth: the best leaders listen first, serve others, and take ownership of the challenges they inherit.

What does it actually take to live as your authentic self — especially when it costs you friendships, comfort, and approval?In this episode of Common Denominator, I sit down with Kayla Schreibstein for a deeply honest conversation about identity, courage, belonging, and what it means to stand for who you are when it would be easier to blend in.Kayla shares her journey growing up disconnected from her Jewish identity, the moment October 7th forced her to confront who she really was, and the heartbreak of losing close friendships over deeply held beliefs. We talk about what it means to choose authenticity over people-pleasing, why community matters more than ever, and how showing up publicly can become a source of healing — not just for yourself, but for others.We explore faith, culture, boundaries, fear, self-doubt, and the pressure young women feel to stay quiet or agreeable. This episode is about finding your voice, owning your story, and realizing that purpose doesn't come from validation — it comes from alignment.This conversation is a reminder that you don't reach your full potential until you stop hiding who you are.In this episode, you'll learn: - Why authenticity often comes at a personal cost- How losing friends can clarify who you really are- What it means to own your identity publicly- Why community is the antidote to isolation- How self-doubt shows up — even in confident people- Why people-pleasing keeps you stuck- How young women can step into their voice and power- Why purpose matters more than money or approvalFollow Kayla Schreibstein: https://www.instagram.com/kay_schreibsFriends of Kayla podcast: https://linktr.ee/friendsofkaylaFriends of Kayla instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friendsofkaylaTimestamps:00:00 – Choosing purpose over chasing money01:00 – Rejecting identity and the fear of being different03:00 – October 7th and losing close friendships06:30 – Agreeing to disagree — and when it fails09:00 – Division, narrative, and the cost of hatred12:00 – Building community through culture and tradition14:30 – Showing up publicly despite fear16:30 – Women, confidence, and self-doubt18:30 – Boundaries, people-pleasing, and personal freedom20:30 – Final reflections on authenticity and growthLike this episode? Leave a review here:https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominator

Most job search advice comes from people still in the thick of it—anxious, second-guessing, pattern-matching off too little data. This episode is different. We sat down with three product leaders who recently landed roles at Netflix, OpenAI, and Abridge, and did a full postmortem. What they shared upends a lot of conventional wisdom: the spray-and-pray pipeline doesn't work, your AI credentials matter less than you think, and the relationships that land jobs are often years in the making.Key topics• Why you need curiosity, not experience• The "AI hungry" mindset: searching for environments that match your learning goals, not just your resume• Why the best job search intelligence comes from people who just landed, not people still looking• Why prototypes are now table stakes in take-homes• How Janie built a shortlist of 5–10 companies in a week of 50–60 conversations• Why Ben's Netflix role traces back to a cold application seven years ago• What OpenAI's interview process actually looks like—and why it's less about the past than you expect• Why most AI-native jobs aren't posted, and how to land them• How to use investor attention as a proxy for company quality• Why Ben's early interview mistake (not enough AI mindset) became the fuel for his take-homeBrought to you by• Framer—Build websites with enterprise needs at startup speeds: https://framer.link/dFacxBQ• Dust—The operating system for AI agents: https://dust.tt/skipWhere to find Nikhyl• Twitter/X• LinkedInWhere to find Ben• LinkedInWhere to find Janie• LinkedInWhere to find Julia• LinkedInJoin The Skip• Skip Coach• Skip CommunityFind The Skip• Website• Substack• YouTube• Spotify• Apple PodcastsTimestamps(00:00) How to prove your AI credentials(04:42) Introducing the three product leaders(06:00) Ben Dreier: from DoorDash to Netflix, the "AI hungry" move(08:18) Julia Roberts: nine years at Pinterest, six months off, then OpenAI(12:46) Janie Lee: going all-in on AI native at Abridge(15:26) How to build a shortlist: 50–60 conversations in a week(18:10) Ben's process: VC signals and insider conversations over job boards(21:45) Cold outreach that actually works(23:51) Ben: how curiosity, not networking, built his network(25:14) Julia's different path: cold applies, inbound, and exec recruiters(27:06) What exec recruiters are actually useful for(30:30) Ben's Netflix backstory — tracing back to a cold apply seven years ago(34:06) Staying connected with recruiters, coworkers, and people who said no(41:10) What the OpenAI interview process actually looks like(44:55) Authentic storytelling(46:40) The Netflix take-home: how mid-process feedback became a turning point(51:40) Janie: how to ace take-homes by using AI(57:52) Julia's final takeaway: know what you want before you search(59:03) Ben's final takeaway: follow the fun and genuine curiosity(59:56) Janie's final takeaway: high agency, high effort, put yourself in their shoesDon't forget to subscribe to The Skip to hear me coach you through timely career lessons. Access exclusive sessions from 100+ top product leaders at skip.coach. If you're interested in joining me on a future call, send me a note on LinkedIn, Threads, or Twitter. You can also email me at nikhyl@skip.community This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theskip.substack.com

Are you giving AI enough of your own voice to create content that genuinely reflects who you are? What steps can you take to make sure the results you get from AI aren't just generic, but uniquely yours? In this episode, I dig into how to use AI as a tool—starting from your website text, emails, and even telling stories out loud—to help you create personalized, authentic content that stands out. What if learning to personalize and really “teach” your AI could take your authenticity to the next level?Listen to this new 10-minute episode for practical ways to make your AI-powered content authentic and uniquely “you”—and learn why giving more context and personalizing your tools will help you stand out.If you have any questions about anything in this, or any of my podcasts, or have a suggestion for a topic or guest, please reach out directly to me at Alan@WeddingBusinessSolutions.com or visit my website Podcast.AlanBerg.com Please be sure to subscribe to this podcast and leave a review (thanks, it really does make a difference). If you want to get notifications of new episodes and upcoming workshops and webinars, you can sign up at www.ConnectWithAlanBerg.com  View the full transcript on Alan's site: https://alanberg.com/blog/Are you going to Wedding MBA? Use the promo code - Alan - to save $20 off your tickets, at www.WeddingMBA.com And don't worry, if you can't use your tickets this year, they're transferrable or you can hold them to use next year. I'm Alan Berg. Thanks for listening. If you have any questions about this or if you'd like to suggest other topics for "The Wedding Business Solutions Podcast" please let me know. My email is Alan@WeddingBusinessSolutions.com. Look forward to seeing you on the next episode. Thanks. Listen to this and all episodes on Apple Podcast, YouTube or your favorite app/site: Apple Podcast: http://bit.ly/weddingbusinesssolutions YouTube: www.WeddingBusinessSolutionsPodcast.tv Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3sGsuB8 Stitcher: http://bit.ly/wbsstitcher Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/wbsgoogle iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/31C9Mic Pandora: http://bit.ly/wbspandora ©2025 Wedding Business Solutions LLC & AlanBerg.com

The spiritual life consists of looking only at Jesus and doing everything for Him. This is what the Church calls purity of intention. Yet rather than simply aiming to please God, we often act to please only ourselves. While it is easy to claim we do everything to please God, this sermon discusses four ways to examine if that's truly the case and encourages us to correct any false intentions.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Yolanda “Yo-Yo” Whitaker. SUMMARY OF THE INTERVIEW In this interview on Money Making Conversations Master Class, host Rushion McDonald speaks with Dr. Yolanda “Yo-Yo” Whitaker—Grammy‑nominated rapper, actress, radio host, philanthropist, and now the star of Downright Delicious with Yo-Yo, a cooking series on AspireTV. The conversation moves through Yo‑Yo’s evolution as an artist and entrepreneur, her spiritual and personal transformation, her love for food and cooking, and the creation of her television cooking show. She reflects on surviving and thriving in an unpredictable entertainment industry, learning discipline, overcoming fear, and discovering new purpose later in life through cooking. Yo‑Yo also shares her philosophy on authenticity, family, and faith. She describes how the pandemic deepened her love for cooking, how her show blends food + family + culture, and offers practical cooking tips. PURPOSE OF THE INTERVIEW According to the interview content, the purpose is to: Highlight Yo‑Yo’s transition from iconic hip‑hop entertainer to food‑focused TV personality. Promote her Aspire TV series “Downright Delicious with Yo‑Yo.” Share insights on career longevity, entrepreneurship, reinvention, and personal growth. Inspire listeners with actionable advice on fearlessness, budgeting, confidence, and purpose‑driven living. Celebrate cooking as an expression of love, culture, peace, and family connection. KEY TAKEAWAYS 1. Reinvention Requires Honesty & Letting Go Yo‑Yo stresses that overcoming fear came from “getting real” with herself, abandoning trying to look successful, and restructuring her finances and lifestyle.She had to “let the old me die so the money could grow.” 2. Entrepreneurship Is a Lifelong Reality for Artists She and McDonald emphasize that entertainers are entrepreneurs, without the stability of 40‑hour jobs, making resilience essential. 3. Purpose Matters More Than Fame She encourages people to seek purpose—not just fame or quick money—and do the work that builds confidence and personal foundation. 4. Cooking Became Her “Happy Place” and Divine Gift Yo‑Yo says cooking is a God‑given gift and a therapeutic practice that began thriving during the pandemic.It helped her through depression and opened new creative fulfillment. 5. Her Cooking Show Blends Food + Family + Culture The show features: Her mother Her partner Her kids Celebrity friends Authentic cultural dishes with her unique twistIt’s not guest‑driven; it’s family‑driven storytelling in the kitchen. 6. Technique & Tools Matter She emphasizes: Good knives (sharpen weekly) Quality pots Measuring ingredients Understanding seasonings Building confidence by cooking regularly 7. Simplicity + Love = Great Food According to Yo‑Yo, love is the secret ingredient, and cooking is about joy, connection, and comfort, not rigid perfection. [ NOTABLE QUOTES FROM THE INTERVIEW (All quotes drawn exactly or near‑exactly from the transcript.) [ On Fear and Growth “I had to let the old me die so that the money could grow.” “What I did to overcome my fear was to call myself fearless.” “You have to get real with yourself. You really have to do the work.” On Purpose and Success “If you don’t find your purpose, you’re just job hunting.” “God told me, because of your obedience, I’m going to give you the desires of your heart.” On Cooking “Cooking is my happy place.” “I’m not a chef—I just love to cook.” “If you don’t love what you cook, we don’t want to taste it.” On Family “More than serving a meal, I’m serving family.” “When mama’s in the house and they can smell food cooking… that’s everything.” On Her Show “You get to see Dr. Yolanda ‘Yo‑Yo’ Whitaker for the first time.” “I only cook things I love—things I’m comfortable with.” “The food is the star.” On Technique “Great knives will save your life.” “If you use your knives a lot, sharpen them every week.” On Pandemic Transformation “I started really cooking during the pandemic… it took me out of my depression.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Yolanda “Yo-Yo” Whitaker. SUMMARY OF THE INTERVIEW In this interview on Money Making Conversations Master Class, host Rushion McDonald speaks with Dr. Yolanda “Yo-Yo” Whitaker—Grammy‑nominated rapper, actress, radio host, philanthropist, and now the star of Downright Delicious with Yo-Yo, a cooking series on AspireTV. The conversation moves through Yo‑Yo’s evolution as an artist and entrepreneur, her spiritual and personal transformation, her love for food and cooking, and the creation of her television cooking show. She reflects on surviving and thriving in an unpredictable entertainment industry, learning discipline, overcoming fear, and discovering new purpose later in life through cooking. Yo‑Yo also shares her philosophy on authenticity, family, and faith. She describes how the pandemic deepened her love for cooking, how her show blends food + family + culture, and offers practical cooking tips. PURPOSE OF THE INTERVIEW According to the interview content, the purpose is to: Highlight Yo‑Yo’s transition from iconic hip‑hop entertainer to food‑focused TV personality. Promote her Aspire TV series “Downright Delicious with Yo‑Yo.” Share insights on career longevity, entrepreneurship, reinvention, and personal growth. Inspire listeners with actionable advice on fearlessness, budgeting, confidence, and purpose‑driven living. Celebrate cooking as an expression of love, culture, peace, and family connection. KEY TAKEAWAYS 1. Reinvention Requires Honesty & Letting Go Yo‑Yo stresses that overcoming fear came from “getting real” with herself, abandoning trying to look successful, and restructuring her finances and lifestyle.She had to “let the old me die so the money could grow.” 2. Entrepreneurship Is a Lifelong Reality for Artists She and McDonald emphasize that entertainers are entrepreneurs, without the stability of 40‑hour jobs, making resilience essential. 3. Purpose Matters More Than Fame She encourages people to seek purpose—not just fame or quick money—and do the work that builds confidence and personal foundation. 4. Cooking Became Her “Happy Place” and Divine Gift Yo‑Yo says cooking is a God‑given gift and a therapeutic practice that began thriving during the pandemic.It helped her through depression and opened new creative fulfillment. 5. Her Cooking Show Blends Food + Family + Culture The show features: Her mother Her partner Her kids Celebrity friends Authentic cultural dishes with her unique twistIt’s not guest‑driven; it’s family‑driven storytelling in the kitchen. 6. Technique & Tools Matter She emphasizes: Good knives (sharpen weekly) Quality pots Measuring ingredients Understanding seasonings Building confidence by cooking regularly 7. Simplicity + Love = Great Food According to Yo‑Yo, love is the secret ingredient, and cooking is about joy, connection, and comfort, not rigid perfection. [ NOTABLE QUOTES FROM THE INTERVIEW (All quotes drawn exactly or near‑exactly from the transcript.) [ On Fear and Growth “I had to let the old me die so that the money could grow.” “What I did to overcome my fear was to call myself fearless.” “You have to get real with yourself. You really have to do the work.” On Purpose and Success “If you don’t find your purpose, you’re just job hunting.” “God told me, because of your obedience, I’m going to give you the desires of your heart.” On Cooking “Cooking is my happy place.” “I’m not a chef—I just love to cook.” “If you don’t love what you cook, we don’t want to taste it.” On Family “More than serving a meal, I’m serving family.” “When mama’s in the house and they can smell food cooking… that’s everything.” On Her Show “You get to see Dr. Yolanda ‘Yo‑Yo’ Whitaker for the first time.” “I only cook things I love—things I’m comfortable with.” “The food is the star.” On Technique “Great knives will save your life.” “If you use your knives a lot, sharpen them every week.” On Pandemic Transformation “I started really cooking during the pandemic… it took me out of my depression.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Quiet Pulse of Life  In a world that often feels fast-paced and overwhelming, taking a moment to reconnect with the quiet rhythms of life can be deeply restorative. This practice invites you to step into a serene, snowy mountain landscape, where stillness meets life's quiet pulse. As you immerse yourself in this peaceful setting, you'll be guided to tune into your own inner rhythms, your breath andyour heartbeat. This simple yet powerful awareness can help reduce stress, increase a sense of trust in life, and cultivate gratitude for the miracles your body performs every day without effort. By focusing on the natural flow of your breath and the steady beat of your heart, you may find a renewed sense of calm and a deeper connection to life's quiet support system. Step Into a Moment of Peace and Healing with this guided meditation by Sylvia, thoughtfully crafted to help you reconnect with calm, clarity, and strength. Whether you're navigating life's daily stresses, feeling overwhelmed by emotions, or simply seeking a moment of quiet reflection, this meditation offers a sanctuary for your mind and heart. Key Features: Expertly Guided Experience: Sylvia's soothing voice, grounded in wisdom and empathy, gently leads you into a state of deep relaxation. A Blend of Science and Mindfulness: Combining neuroscience and ancient mindfulness practices to nurture both mind and body. Authentic and Heartfelt: A non-mainstream approach, offering profound yet practical guidance for real life. Accessible and Flexible: Download and listen anytime, whether for a quick reset or a longer, restorative practice.     All Episodes can be found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/⁠⁠⁠   All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠   #SylviaWolfer #speaker #griefhealing   Find the full Interview with Sylvia Wolfe    Bio of Sylvia Wolfer   Sylvia Wolfer is a neuroscience-informed mindfulness guide and grief educator. Her work bridges contemplative practice, nervous system regulation, and lived experience after profound loss. A long-term meditation practitioner, Sylvia has explored contemplative traditions for many years. After losing both of her parents and her two brothers, her practice deepened — becoming not just a spiritual discipline, but a steady anchor through grief. Today, she creates grounded, body-aware guided meditations designed to support people through emotional overwhelm, loss, and life transitions. Her approach integrates neuroscience, breath, and embodied awareness to help people build emotional steadiness without bypassing what hurts. Sylvia is the creator of several digital courses and guided meditation series, and she teaches weekly online sessions blending mindfulness and movement.   How to Contact Sylvia Wolfer    ⁠https://sylviawolfer.com/⁠   ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_sylvia_wolfer_grief_support/⁠   ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylviawolfer/⁠     All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠