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Knowing Who and What To Ask About Amputation     Becoming an amputee is so surreal. Electing to have it done is a choice I never thought I would have to make. It brings about fears, anxieties, questions, and so much uncertainty. How do you know life will be better? What if I can't wear a prosthesis? Will I walk again or will I be in a wheelchair the rest of my life? How long does it take to heal from an amputation Do I get a leg right away? Is walking like riding a bike, easy once you do it again? How do I find a prosthetist? Do I need to go to PT while I'm healing or after I get a leg? So many questions, yet so many more that you may not even be thinking of. How do you know what to ask your doctor? What type of doctor is best for this surgery? Who is the most important person in your life right now, or how about in 5-10 years? Most of these questions I, myself, didn't even know that I had because I didn't know I needed to ask them. But I got lucky, or maybe it was fate. My surgeon was amazing. He sent me to the best prosthetist in town at The Limb Center. The Limb Center sent me to an amazing, caring physical therapist at Touchstone Rehabilitation. They were my team, and besides my family, they were my biggest supporters and fighters for my life, dreams, and goals.   Listen in today, and please share this episode with someone you know is going through, or about to go through, amputation. It may give them a better than fighting chance of knowing more about what is to come and allow them to find greater success as an amputee. We all have a warrior spirit within us just waiting to be called out. You need to educate yourself, and learn to fight for the life you want. Now is the time to be that warrior, so rise up, dear Warrior, and pave the path to your successes. I hope you find something that helps you, motivates you, and supports you in this episode. Don't forget to like and subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Have a blessed week ahead. And as always,   Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!! Much love,                  

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Frank Schaeffer In Conversation with Geoffrey Kabaservice, exploring his work and the themes of his book, Rule and Ruin: The Downfall of Moderation and The Destruction of The Republican Party, From Eisenhower to The Tea Party._____https://www.niskanencenter.org/https://www.niskanencenter.org/author/geoffrey-kabaservice/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-vital-center/id1554124916https://www.lovechildrenplanet.com/events/it-has-to-be-read-rule-and-ruin-by-geoffrey-kabaservice_____I have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said. Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth. Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. Support the show_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of Fall In Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy. Learn more at https://www.lovechildrenplanet.comFollow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube. https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.tiktok.com/@frank_schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTube In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer Podcast

  This has been a weekend! Everything was set up perfectly. A family getaway for a long weekend, before our youngest goes back to college, and bringing the dogs to see the ocean for the first time. I couldn't be happier! We got to Carlsbad, California Friday late afternoon and took our pups for a walk. Dinner came and we fed them as normal but around 9:00 pm my year and half old pup started acting really weird, almost drunk. She tanked quickly after that, just as my boys were arriving. I called the All night pet ER and asked a few questions and was told by the doctor on call that she could've gotten into illicit drugs around the beach! Are you kidding me?!?!? We took off for the clinic and when we arrived her heart rate was 160! They gave her a sedative and took a urine sample to test. We held her and waited. They continued to monitor her heart rate, which thankfully came back down to 70-80 bpm. This is how our family vacation started! Needless to say I was completely stressed out and afraid for our pup. we brought her home where I monitored her all night long with no sleep.... Now let's get to the pain part of this story.   Don't get wrapped up in the moment of pain. Look out and see the beauty around you and a future that will get better.   This was the first full day in my newest socket since my surgery, add in the stress from the night and Saturday was painful! Phantom pains grew and I started to get a raw mark on my thigh from the top of the socket, plus for added fun, a stomach ache. I was a hot mess! I did everything in my power to stay positive, deep breathing often and enjoying our beautiful view, but damage was done. I didn't get in the steps I had hoped I would get this weekend but I will take a small win- I wore my prosthesis everyday all day, even when I just wanted to take it off. I let my husband know the pain I was in on Sunday as our kids were packing up to leave for home. I wanted him to know why I was a bit quieter than normal but that was it. I didn't speak of it any other time, why? I won't allow pain to gain power on my life. Even on those hard days. If it's so bad that I can't walk then I focus on what I can do to have a "win" in my corner-wearing it all day. Our mind is so very powerful and when we allow pain to take over, consuming us, talking about it often and at every turn, that's not healing that's sabotaging yourself. It's ok to get quiet in those moments and allow yourself to muscle through hard times, just know that they will pass but talking about them can set you back and hold you down, downing you in the pain. It can be almost impossible to see a light at the end of the tunnel. What do you do to help yourself in the midst of pain? Do you give yourself grace knowing it's a part of life or do you get consumed by pain? What are steps you take to get your mind right when it seems impossible? Do you have a good support system to help you navigate life during these trials? Don't give up, Warrior, this too shall pass. Reach out and tell me how you are managing your setbacks. And remember, you are stronger than you think. Have a blessed week and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love,          

In this powerful episode, Ambassador Elisha sits down with Bryan Gile—a 7-time world record holding professional skydiver, multi-7-figure sales executive, and author of Be Great, Be Happy.   Bryan shares his journey from battling ADHD and struggling as an entrepreneur to becoming a top 1% skydiver and thriving business leader.   He reveals his proven three-step Positive Immediate Action system that helps anyone build conviction, overcome self-doubt, and achieve massive success.   Whether you're chasing personal growth, career breakthroughs, or simply want to crush your goals, Bryan's insights will inspire you to plant the right seeds and watch your life blossom.   Tune in to learn how to stay focused, take action, and create lasting success.   Reach Bryan:  https://www.tiktok.com/@bryangile.official ... Want to be a guest on WITneSSes? Send Elisha Arowojobe a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/ambelisha     Elevate your business with Anastasia's expert consulting. Use code Elisha3 for an exclusive offer and transform your business today! https://resurrectionmentor.wixsite.com/so/42PDEPEB8?languageTag=en   Feel like something's missing? Start Living the Magical Life today. Buy Now: https://a.co/d/4sHrFx2     Amb. Elisha just published a transformational workbook, buy now: https://ambelisha.gumroad.com/l/Llaenlap

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Frank Schaeffer In Conversation with Peter Samuelson, exploring his work and the themes of his book, Finding Happy: A User's Guide to Your Life, with Lessons from Mine._____LINKShttps://www.samuelson.lahttps://www.edar.orghttps://www.firststar.orghttps://www.starlight.org_____I have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said. Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth. Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. Support the show_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of Fall In Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy. Learn more at https://www.lovechildrenplanet.comFollow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube. https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.tiktok.com/@frank_schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTube In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer Podcast

That is the Question Amputation is a difficult road, one that can change direction quickly, even after you heal. For many amputees the surgical side of their life isn't over. Many of us end up needing a TMR surgery or even a revision, while others will have to amputate even higher! Going from a below knee to an above knee amputation is life changing because one amputation is completely different from the next. What is required of you to be able to walk again, heal again, and trust again takes its toll. So why do revisions happening? Why are they required for so many? For some people their bone density is compromised. For others, bones spurs grow causing pain, And still others, myself included, find foreign objects left in their limb that no longer serve a purpose and only cause distress for the nerves. There are so many reasons that revision is brought up in doctor offices around the world and so many amputees who find it hard to wrap their head around being opened up again.     This past summer, just 8 weeks ago, I had this very choice. I was a possible candidate for an experimental surgery that I wasn't sure the rewards were worth the risks, until we did a CT scan finding a foreign object coming out of my femur, causing the pains I have been dealing with for 6 years! But what if your story isn't so clear cut? How do you decide that revision is right for you?       Make a list of pros and cons about your revision. Compare them and talk about them with your family and the people who support you. Be open minded, not all revisions are necessary and timelines change. Allow the chips fall where they may and be attentive to what's going on around you: how have you been feeling, how's the pain, is there something specific that you really must have done (maybe you have an underlying infection-you don't want to wait on that one), maybe you've been promised a “nicer” looking residual limb. Whatever it is, weigh that in your mind and on your list, and ask, is it necessary, and if the surgery doesn't go as planned are you ready for that outcome? And finally, something I've always believed in, Mindset and Manifestation.     Make your decision then, if you're going for it, leave the “what if's” behind and start setting your goals and VISUALIZING your successes post-revision. Your brain is powerful and where you led it, it will follow! You are stronger than you know, dear Warrior!!! It's time to rise up! Have a blessed day, And as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!   Much love,  

In this episode, you'll hear how Dovid Lichtenstein went from selling encyclopedias door to door to owning billions in real estate, and why he tore up a food stamp application instead of playing it safe.Want to build wealth and keep your soul intact? Let's get into it.(And yes, he actually paid off a 100 million dollar personal debt. With one check.)Watch more of Dovid's Jewish wisdom on Off The Page's pages!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareoffthepage/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@weareoffthepage✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 98 ✬► BITBEAN – Got big ideas but clunky systems holding you back? BitBean is the go-to team for custom software that actually works for your business. Whether you're in healthcare, finance, or retail, they've built powerful platforms that scale smart. Dive into real case studies and connect with their expert team here: https://bitbean.link/4edg53► TWILLORY – Premium men's wear that works hard and looks even better. Use promo code CHAI20 at Twillory.com/KosherMoney for 20% off your first order.► MIAMI LAKES – Looking to relocate to Florida without sacrificing space or community? Discover Miami Lakes, a hidden gem with a warm Orthodox Jewish community. Call Berel Follman at 631-485-4482 or check it out on Zillow. Great homes. Great people. A bright future be"H!► COLEL CHABAD – Our brothers and sisters in Israel need us more than ever. Every dollar makes a difference at https://colelchabad.org/koshermoney/Chapters:00:00 Intro01:10 Who Is Dovid Lichtenstein?03:50 A Lesson in Valuing Money04:48 Dovid's Upbringing and Family Background06:15 Life Right After Marriage07:34 Everyone Needs to Write Their Own Story08:13 Getting His First Job09:22 Don't Let Fear Rule You11:44 Entering Real Estate15:15 Everyone Was Brought Here for a Mission16:04 BitBean, the AI Masters17:18 High-Quality Clothes from Twillory18:18 Looking Back at Life Before Work19:37 Making Waves in the Business World21:14 Leaning Into Fame and Fortune24:20 You Are Not Your Money24:54 Following the Trends of the World25:40 Accumulating and Getting Past Credit Card Debt26:45 The Decision to Leave Lakewood28:20 The Power of Curiosity31:27 Looking Back at Past Mistakes34:03 Having the Confidence to Take Risks38:42 Losing 100 Million Dollars41:34 Getting Back Up After Crashing Down42:45 Beautiful Homes for Sale in Miami Lakes, Florida44:15 Colel Chabad Feeding Thousands of Families45:22 The AI Revolution46:06 Building His Company Back Up46:50 Jumping on Different Investing Projects48:45 Learning to Be Happy with What You Have49:52 Realizing It's Not All About Honor and Glory52:06 Why Does Dovid Continue to Work?56:01 Is AI Messianic?56:39 Learning to Say I Don't Know57:42 Effort vs. G‑d Providing for You1:01:44 Make Your Own Luck1:03:48 Keeping His Family Grounded in Reality1:05:55 Dovid's Family Members' Various Businesses1:07:07 The Different Levels of Giving to Charity1:10:37 Learning from Rabbi Y.Y. Jacobson1:11:30 What Is Off the Page?1:14:50 We Need to Be Louder and Kinder in Our Judaism1:16:24 Outro​GET LIFE INSURANCE! ⟶ Project 120's site: https://www.theproject120.com/​GET A WILL! ⟶ https://youtu.be/bHdpPuvKGVM✬ Support the show! Help us create more episodes like this: https://www.livinglchaim.com/donate

Frank Schaeffer In Conversation with Amanda Quintero Aguerrevere, exploring her work and the themes of her book, Unfiltered: from the feed to the page–stories of wanderlust._____LINKShttps://www.byamanda.love_____I have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said. Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth. Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. Support the show_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of Fall In Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy. Learn more at https://www.lovechildrenplanet.comFollow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube. https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.tiktok.com/@frank_schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTube In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer Podcast

Today, Shelley and Phil continue with a Washington wine for the 2nd Washington Wine Month but also add a Riesling from the Finger Lakes region because it's ALSO Finger Lakes Wine Month! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #YayForShayRoséAllDay Wines this episode:2021 Nova Cadamatre Reserve Riesling ($35 Market/$18 Angels at Naked Wines)

In this thought-provoking episode, Candy sits down with Master Coach Instructor and seven-figure entrepreneur Molly Claire.Together, they explore Molly's signature framework: The Four Fundamentals of Lasting Change.If you've ever felt that mindset alone doesn't quite cut it, this conversation will show you why. Molly explains why most personal development tools don't stick — and how coaches can integrate a more holistic, trauma-informed, and embodied approach to get better results for both themselves and their clients.Sign 5 clients in 90 days: Email info@candymotzek.com with the subject CLIENTS to set up a call!You'll learn:Why mindset isn't enough (and what's missing)The Four Fundamentals every coach needs to masterWhat to do when you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from your whyWhy emotions are the most overlooked key to real growthHow to build a business that aligns with your life, not overtakes itThis episode is for the coach who wants to go deeper, serve better, and grow sustainably — from the inside out.Featured on This Show:Click here to find out how to work with meClick here to access valuable free resources for coaches Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candymotzek/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candy-motzek/Book: The Happy Mom Mindset: 7 Ways to Skip the MomTraps So You Can Think, Feel, and Be Happy by Molly ClaireBook: Running on Empty: Overcome Your ChildhoodEmotional Neglect by Jonice WebbMolly ClaireWebsite: https://mollyclaire.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollyclairecoaching/Free Gift: https://www.mollyclaire.com/cultivate-lasting-change

They should have died out when the lightbulb was invented. Instead they're a $10 billion industry. What does it mean that we still want tiny fires inside our homes? SOURCES:Tim Cooper, professor emeritus of sustainable design and consumption at Nottingham Trent University.Gökçe Günel, professor of anthropology at Rice University.Steve Horenziak, president of the National Candle Association.Meik Wiking, Danish happiness researcher, C.E.O. of the Happiness Research Institute. RESOURCES:"The Great Lightbulb Conspiracy," by Markus Krajewski (IEEE Spectrum, 2024)."The Obsolescence Issue," edited by Townsend Middleton, Gökçe Günel, and Ashley Carse (Limn, 2024).More and More and More, by Jean-Baptiste Fressoz (2024)."What Yankee Candle reviews can tell us about COVID," by Manuela López Restrepo, Christopher Intagliata, Ailsa Chang, and Sacha Pfeiffer (NPR, 2022).Spaceship in the Desert, by Gökçe Günel (2019)."The Birth of Planned Obsolescence," by Livia Gershon (JSTOR Daily, 2017)."Beeswax for the Ages," by G. Jeffrey MacDonald (The Living Church, 2016).The Waste Makers, by Vance Packard (2011). EXTRAS:"Why Do People Still Hunt Whales?" by Freakonomics Radio (2023)."How to Be Happy," by Freakonomics Radio (2018).

Letting Go and Leaning In   I have been an amputee for 6 1/2 years, but before that I had a taekwondo injury that took me through 5 years, 10 surgeons and 10 surgeries, plus a blood clot to decide it was time to start living again and make the biggest decision of my life. Alone in the decision, I was not. I had an amazing support system with my husband, two boys and my family back home. I had friends rallying around me and a church I belonged to. However, I was exhausted. I had put so much energy into saving my leg that I had depleted all of my positivity and resolve. How was I ever going to come terms with cutting off my leg? Today I want to share with you all my story of Faith. I feel it is time to be true to myself and honor my beliefs. I could NOT have done this without my “Secret Sauce”. I get asked a lot how I handled making this big decision and how I keep going despite the pains and trials of being one leg down. I did NOT do it alone, but it takes something more than cheerleaders in my life. No, my “secret sauce” is greater than anything else, greater than my own drive or perfectionism. I needed to find peace and purpose in my decision. If you are struggling my hope is that this brings some answers and help for you. Maybe you are curious as to where my positivity comes from or my resolve. Today I share my profound experience with my Faith that changed EVERYTHING in a moment…and I have never looked back. I hope my experience helps you and opens a door you never knocked on. Let me know. Reach out to me with your own profound experience with faith over fear, or just let me know how you struggle. I would love to help you through my own challenges. There is no need to go it alone or to feel abandoned. You have a great cheer;eager in your corner that wants you to live a great life. Trust and look up, Warriors!   I hope you all have a blessed day and as always, ‘Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be You!!   Much love,

How many meaningful months do you actually have left? Karen Salmansohn confronts the fear of death head-on & shows how it can fuel joy, growth & focus. This conversation covers mortality-based mindset shifts, bioharmonizing daily routines, & creating identity habits that connect your actions to your deeper purpose. Meet our guest Karen Salmansohn is a best-selling author & Behavioral Change Expert known for blending psychology, neuroscience & bold humor to help people live with greater intention. With over two million books & courses sold, she's the founder of NotSalmon.com, a personal development hub with 1.5 million followers, and has appeared on Oprah & in Psychology Today. Her unique background in advertising & design fuels her witty, research-backed content, including bestsellers like How to Be Happy, Dammit. Karen empowers others to break free from autopilot & create more purposeful, fulfilling lives.   Thank you to our partners Outliyr Biohacker's Peak Performance Shop: get exclusive discounts on cutting-edge health, wellness, & performance gear Ultimate Health Optimization Deals: a database of of all the current best biohacking deals on technology, supplements, systems and more Latest Summits, Conferences, Masterclasses, and Health Optimization Events: join me at the top events around the world FREE Outliyr Nootropics Mini-Course: gain mental clarity, energy, motivation, and focus Key takeaways Stop living on autopilot by focusing on presence over just going through the motions Use mortality awareness to fuel urgent positive action instead of fear or paralysis Make decisions through the lens of your future self to avoid regret later Write your eulogy now to clarify what truly matters & aim for meaningful goals Replace your to-do list with a to-die-for list filled with lasting experiences & deep relationships Anchor daily habits to core values since identity creates lasting behavior change Bridge the gap between your current self & eulogy self with intentional daily actions Use tools like marble jars & life maps to make time visible & inspire better choices Apply the greater-than sign to choose long-term fulfillment over short-term comfort Swap bad habits with better stories & behaviors that support who you want to become Episode Highlights 04:01 Living a “To Die For Life” With Intention 06:38 Using Death Awareness to Design a Better Life 15:35 Building Identity-Based Habits That Stick 36:41 Practical Tools to Anchor New Behavior 48:54 Overcoming Resistance, Self-Doubt & Old Patterns Links Watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RTHQ4rFZPu0  Full episode show notes: outliyr.com/219 Connect with Nick on social media Instagram Twitter (X) YouTube LinkedIn Easy ways to support Subscribe Leave an Apple Podcast review Suggest a guest Do you have questions, thoughts, or feedback for us? Let me know in the show notes above and one of us will get back to you! Be an Outliyr, Nick

We Need Each Other     We are creatures built to live in community. This gives us a safe place to celebrate in great times, gain support in the bad ones, and everything in between. Talking with people, sharing our journeys and stories, our ups and downs with others, plus listening to our friends and community during their moments is a beautiful symphony of give and take that allows us to feel valued and to give value to others. I feel that when I hear people struggling that the one thing they are missing is connections with others and the outside world. I notice that about me too. This past week after sutures were removed I decided I was in need of MY community,  the gym.   First day back at the gym since surgery on June 20   Despite the nerves I was feeling about walking thru the doors, missing my leg and clomping around on crutches, I felt at home and ready to push myself again. People who knew me "showed up" for me with thumbs up, smiles, and positive comments that made me feel valued and supported. I was on cloud nine and pumped to be back again! Those endorphines were ROCKIN'! How about you? Are you feeling alone and stuck? Check below for some tips:     You were meant to deal with life in a community. It doesn't have to be huge, just people who love you, support you, are real with you, and hear you. It is also. place where you can reciprocate those values through being a great listener. Remember; Give and Take. So this week, FIND YOUR COMMUNITY! Women amputees, join my virtual meet ups through Facebook Events on Zoom, every Wednesday at either 4:00 pm or 8:00 pm EDT. Pick up the phone and connect with a friend. Get back to what you love, even if you're on crutches or in a wheelchair. Time to ditch the vanity, and embrace the moment you are in right now, it won't be forever. And if it is, even more reason to embrace it NOW! This is you, time to move forward. If you like the gym, find a way to get there. If you love book clubs, join one and create a new community for yourself. Maybe you have a neighbor who would love some company, wouldn't you? It's time! Community also means you have people from whom you can ask help. I know for many of us, asking for help looks like we are conceding and are weak, but I am learning that asking for help is a sign of growth and knowing that in this moment, I can't do everything I want to be able to do. You aren't giving up or quitting, just accepting limits right now. So get out there, connect, make new friends, reach out to old ones and live your life where you are at right now! Don't wait for things to be perfect, that time will never come. Make your life what you want, start now. Rise up, dear Warriors, you are worthy!   Have a blessed week. And as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!   Much love,      

Frank Schaeffer In Conversation with Atossa Araxia Abrahamian, exploring her work and the themes of her book, “The Hidden Globe: How Wealth Hacks the World.”_____LINKShttps://www.atossaaraxia.comhttps://www.lovechildrenplanet.com/events/it-has-to-be-read-the-hidden-globe-by-atossa-araxia-abrahamian_____I have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said. Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth. Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. Support the show_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of Fall In Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy. Learn more at https://www.lovechildrenplanet.comFollow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube. https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.tiktok.com/@frank_schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTube In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer Podcast

In this episode of Out of the Clouds, host Anne Mühlethaler welcomes Karen Salmansohn, a bestselling author who has sold over 2 million books globally and describes herself as someone who puts "Psychology Today and Mad Magazine in a blender and presses frappé." Known for writing self-help books for people who wouldn't be caught dead reading self-help and pioneering the self-help book with attitude—she was the first personal development author to put a curse word in a book title with "How to Be Happy, Dammit"—Karen brings her signature blend of wisdom and wit to every conversation.Karen's journey from senior VP creative director in advertising to bestselling author began with a bold leap of faith driven by pure passion. After achieving early success in advertising (including winning a Clio in her first six months on the job), she realised she wanted to write a novel. After threatening to quit, she finally did. After her first novel, she came to pen books meant to inspire people to think in new ways, more fulfilling to Karen than writing copy to convince the same people to switch toothpaste brands. Karen shares the story of how this bold decision led to a remarkable career spanning novels, self-help books, and everything in between.In their conversation, Anne and Karen explore the inspiration behind Karen's latest book, "Your To Die For Life," which emerged from both her experience of "near life experiences" (being life-adjacent rather than fully present) and the profound impact of her father's death. Karen shares how giving her father's eulogy prompted her to write her own, leading to a thorough reassessment of her priorities and inspiring her to move from working in "beast mode" to what she now calls "best mode."The discussion delves deep into Karen's practical framework for living intentionally, including her seven core values (Authentic, Brave, Curious, Discerning, Empathic love, Fun, and Gratitude) that she reverse-engineered from the top regrets of the dying. Karen explains her powerful concept of identity-based habits and "to-die lists"—daily practices that help align your actions with who you want to become, using the format "I am [core value] and so I do [action]."One of the most compelling parts of their conversation centers on Karen's marble jar ritual—a tangible way to practice mortality awareness by representing each remaining month of life as a marble, creating a monthly ritual of reflection and intentional living. Karen describes herself as a "middle of life doula," someone helping people create meaningful change while there's still runway ahead.Throughout the interview, Karen demonstrates her gift for making profound concepts accessible through humor and practical tools. From her early days writing silly poems about chemistry homework to helping readers navigate life's heaviness with levity, she embodies her belief that humor is a great survival tool and that we can find awe and meaning in everyday moments.The conversation touches on behavioral change, the importance of meaningful relationships, the power of curiosity as an antidote to fear, and how mortality awareness can awaken us to make each day more beautiful and purposeful. Karen's approach isn't about morbid fixation on death, but rather using awareness of life's finite nature to live more vividly and intentionally.A thoughtful and inspiring conversation that offers both practical tools and philosophical insights for anyone seeking to live more fully and authentically.Happy listening! Selected links from episodeConnect with Karen:On Instagram @notsalmonOn Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Notsalmon/On LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/karensalmansohn/On Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@karensalmansohn-OFFICIALKaren's Work:Your To Die For Life - Karen's latest book and websiteKaren's Substack: The Stand-Up PhilosopherLegacy Lab coaching with KarenYou're never too old to re-jigger your life - a video masterclassHer TEDxTalk: Fun is your high-performance fuelReferenced in the Interview:Jonathan Fields interviews Karen Salmansohn for the Good Life ProjectKaren's Notable Books Mentioned:"How to Be Happy, Dammit" - The book that started it all"Even God Is Single, So Stop Giving Me a Hard Time""The Clitourist: A guide to one of the hottest spots on Earth""How to Make Your Man Behave in 21 Days or Less Using the Secrets of Professional Dog Trainers"Karen's Song Picks:Alanis Morissette - "You Learn"Sarah Bareilles - "Brave"Philosophical References:Aristotle's philosophy on living a good lifeThe Tibetan Book of Living and DyingRegina Spektor (artist Karen admires)Links: Jonathan Fields interviews Karen Salmansohn for the Good Life ProjectSome of Karen's most successful titles: How to be Happy, dammit Even God Is Single, so stop giving me a hard Time.The Clitourist :  A guide to one of the hottest spots on Earth for people with a clitoris, or people who love people with oneThe upcoming book:https://yourtodieforlife.com/Karen's picks for the song that best represents her https://open.spotify.com/track/2yx1kAK1Fe2zTOsaDKSNBk?si=4a71f79f8dd54b55Alanis Morissette You Learn (live) Brave by Sarah Bareilles https://open.spotify.com/track/6Uy6K3KdmUdAfelUp0SeXn?si=4b6e66955a8743f2 This episode is brought to you by Le TrenteAre you a purpose-driven individual seeking clarity in your personal narrative? 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 Living a "To-Die-For" Life with Karen SalmansohnEpisode Description:Are you living a full life—or just going through the motions? In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Linda's Corner, bestselling author and behavioral change expert Karen Salmansohn shares how to break free from “near-life experiences” and start living with more joy, purpose, and intention—before it's too late.With over 2 million books and courses sold, Karen is known for blending humor, science-backed insights, and practical tools to help people create real transformation. She's been featured on Oprah.com, CNN, The Today Show, Psychology Today, USA Today, and more. Today, she reveals how embracing “death awareness” can spark the motivation to pursue your passions, deepen your relationships, and stop procrastinating on the life you truly want.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why so many people feel stuck in “near-life experiences”How the awareness of mortality can actually increase happiness and motivationThe difference between pleasure and true happiness (thanks, Aristotle!)How to live by your core values and shape your identity through daily choicesWhy writing your own eulogy can be a powerful life-planning toolThe secret to building habits that align with the person you want to becomeThe surprising power of identity-based affirmations: “I am loving. I am discerning.”How to tell whether an activity is a “soul feeder” or a “time waster”Karen's message is clear: “Mortality awareness creates urgency. Urgency creates action.” Don't wait until “someday” to pursue your dreams—start now.If you're ready to stop drifting and start living with more clarity, joy, and intention, this episode is a must-listen.

The AMI Procedure and Magneto Micrometry   This week I was honored to have back on my podcast, Dr Hugh Herr. Hugh is a bilateral below knee amputee and a professor of Media Arts and Sciences at MIT. He directs the MIT Biomechatronics Group and Co-directs the K. Lisa Yang Center for Bionics. Time Magazine coined Hugh the 'Leader of the Bionic Age'. He has also authored and co-authored over 350 peer-reviewed manuscripts and patents, chronicling the science and technology behind his many innovations. Dr. Hugh Herr is, in short, making huge contributions in the amputee community, giving amputees a hopeful future in living active and healthy lives. Today, we discuss the AMI procedure (agonist-antagonist myoneural interface) which is the surgery I just had done in Boston with Dr Matthew Carty (co-creator of this surgery with Hugh) on June 20. I was back in the MIT Media Lab over a year and a half ago, when I first met Hugh while I was a control group to test their bionic knee based on my traditional amputation. Little did I know that less than two years later I would undergo groundbreaking surgery to improve my limb and prepare my body to use the myoneural knee that is soon to be made commercial. This is exciting and unbelievable technology that brings hope and excitement to me, as an amputee, because we are going to see a huge change in our mobility based on this type of procedure plus the bionics, 3D printed sockets, and the Magneto Micrometry that is coming out of MIT!   Hugh working with a PhD student on the "bionic" knee. Photo credit. Jimmy Day/MIT Media Lab   Amputees, get excited for what is coming! Our future looks so bright and we are going to have technology on our side so we can reach our goals and dream big dreams!   Listen in as Hugh takes us through everything coming down the MIT Media Lab pipeline and how it'll work together to make us stronger, healthier, and more capable than ever before! Warriors, this is incredible and inspiring! Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, Hugh, for taking time out of your very busy schedule to speak with me and bring more visibility to our future as amputees and for all the innovations and dedication to making us more complete and more than capable than we ever thought possible. We appreciate you and all of your students and colleagues at MIT and MassGeneral.   For more information on the AMI procedure check out my June 9, 2025 episode with Dr. Matthew Carty HERE And for a more in depth conversation with Dr. Hugh Herr about his journey, you can listen HERE   If you have any questions or thoughts on these technological advancements, please reach out to me and let's have a conversation! Hope you all have a beautiful week ahead. And as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love,  

Frank Schaeffer In Conversation with Amanda Quintero Aguerrevere, exploring her work and the themes of her book, “We Said Farewell: stories of forced exile”_____https://www.byamanda.lovehttps://www.lovechildrenplanet.com/events/in-conversation-with-frank-schaeffer-amanda-quintero-aguerrevere_____I have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said. Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth. Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. Freedmen's affairs radio This program will focus on political, social and cultural concerns for descendants of...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of Fall In Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy. Learn more at https://www.lovechildrenplanet.comFollow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube. https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.tiktok.com/@frank_schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTube In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer Podcast

If life's been feeling loud, fast, or just a little off—you're not alone. Maybe it's the constant hum of traffic, the never-ending Teams messages, or the way your phone seems permanently attached to your hand. Your brain's jumping from one thing to the next, and even when you do get a break, you don't actually feel rested. Something feels like it's missing… but you can't quite name it. If any of that rings true for you, I'm inviting you to come back to NATURE—not as a hobby or a once-a-year escape, but as a daily rhythm and a steady source of peace. On this episode, we're talking about how getting outside can shift from being a “nice to have” to something you genuinely crave (and need). Because you might not even realize how much you need it—until you do. → Want my support in designing a nature-focused vacation? Get on my calendar here or email me with any questions (angela@wildhairtravels.com). → Connect w/ Angela on Instagram LISTEN BACK: Episode 99: Is a National Parks Vacation Right For Your Family? Episode 154: 4 Signs It's Time for a Nature Fix Episode 223: How to Be Happy at Home When You're Craving a Getaway

Through every sentence and paragraph that makes up Jamess epistle, it oozes with wisdom as to how the Christian can live out his/her faith. The epistle helps us understand what faith looks like while suffering, how it responds to both poverty and wealth, how faith in Jesus impacts our speech, and how our faith as Christians helps us navigate life in our upside-down world. The group of Christians James addressed his letter to were Jewish Christians who understood what it meant to be a marginalized people, even before faith in Jesus; but after belief in Jesus as the promised Messiah, they were also ostracized by members of their community, and for some, their own family members. So, who was James? Let me begin by stating the two things that we know about the person who wrote this epistle: 1) James was the half-brother of Jesus, and 2) he did not believe in Jesus until he witnessed His resurrection. Here is why I am mostly certain that James, the half-brother of Jesus (and not the apostle James) wrote this epistle: The apostle James died by execution under Herod before this epistle was written (Acts 12:1-2), and the James mentioned in Galatians 2 and Acts 15 is the brother of Jesus who became a predominant leader in the Jerusalem church. We are told in the gospels that Jesus had biological brothers who were born to Joseph and Mary after Jesus birth who did not fully believe in Jesus even though they grew up with Jesus (see Matt. 13:55; Mark 6:3; John 7:3-5). Jesus appeared to his brother, James, and then to the rest of His brothers, after his resurrection (see 1 Cor. 15:6-7). However, when James did finally believe in Jesus, he was all-in on who his older brother claimed to be, and his belief was backed up by his life, actions, and convictions. Not only was James all-in when it came to Jesus, but how he introduced himself in his epistle tells us a lot about who he was as a man of God: James, a bond-servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes who are dispersed abroad... (v. 1). James does not introduce himself as the half-brother of Jesus, but as a bond-servant of God. The Greek word for bond-servant is doulos, and it literally means slave. In other words, James authority as a leader does not come from his biological relationship to Jesus, but his submission to the Lordship of Christ, not as his older brother, but as the King of kings and Lord of lords. The other thing to note here is that James places God and the Lord Jesus side-by-side, implying that Jesus words before James believed are the truth that he has since bowed his knee too (see John 10:30). I believe that James finally believed that his brother was the Messiah when Jesus appeared to him after He rose from the dead (1 Cor. 15:6-7), which is a good reminder right from the very beginning of James, that no one who has truly encountered the resurrected Christ can remain unchanged by an encounter with the living Christ. James went from a doubter who grew up with Jesus to a believer who would identify himself as a slave to God, and held Jesus as the Lord over his life. The dispersed Christians James addressed his letter to most likely include hundreds of Christians who fled Jerusalem as a result of the stoning of Stephen and the great persecution Saul (before his conversion and was renamed Paul) and others brought upon the Jewish Christians in Jerusalem. I think James originally addressed his letter to those we read about in Acts 8:1-3, Now Saul approved of putting Stephen to death. And on that day a great persecution began against the church in Jerusalem, and they were all scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except for the apostles. Some devout men buried Stephen, and mourned loudly for him. But Saul began ravaging the church, entering house after house; and he would drag away men and women and put them in prison. It was to these Christians (and others), and now to us, that James letter addresses. The two great themes that are repeated through this epistle are faith (a word used at least 14 times) and obedience to God as the fruit of genuine faith (there over 50 imperatives given throughout James regarding this). This is the reason for the title of my sermon series: Faith and Works. There were other titles I thought of while preparing for this sermon series that came to mind, such as: Faith-Acts, Faith-Works, but settled for Faith and Works. If you are looking for a verse that encapsulates the theme of James, I submit to you James 2:17, In the same way, faith also, if it has no works, is dead, being by itself. With the time that I have left, I would like to direct your attention to three categories that James addresses in verses 2-11 that set the tone for the rest of the epistle: 1) suffering and joy (vv. 2-4), 2) wisdom and knowledge (vv. 5-8), and 3) poverty and wealth (vv. 9-11). Suffering and Joy are Compatible (vv. 1-4) Suffering and joy sound just as incompatible as water and oil do they not? Whoever wanted to sign up for a healthy dose of suffering? You might be thinking to yourself: Jesus did. You are correct in thinking so, but do not forget that on the eve of His suffering, we are told our Lord prayed while in agony over what He was about to suffer: And being in agony, He was praying very fervently; and His sweat became like drops of blood, falling down upon the ground (Luke 22:44). Jesus even included in His prayer, Father, if You are willing, remove this cup from Me; yet not My will, but Yours be done (22:42). The world tends to look at joy and suffering as incomparable, but James gives us a different perspective, he informs these dispersed Jewish Christians who have lost their homes and loved ones, Consider it all joy, my brothers and sisters, when you encounter various trials... Notice that James does not use the word some but the word all when it comes to the level of joy that we should have over the various trials we will experience in life. Why should we consider it all joy when things get difficult in life? On the surface, it sounds like James is giving us the same advice Bobby McFerrin gave us in the late 80s with his one-hit-wonder song, Dont Worry, Be Happy. Some of you remember the song: Here's a little song I wrote You might want to sing it note for note Don't worry, be happy In every life we have some trouble But when you worry you make it double Don't worry, be happy Ain't got no cash, ain't got no style Ain't got no one to make you smile Don't worry, be happy Cos when you worry, your face will frown And that will bring everybody down So don't worry, be happy Did you know that McFerrins song was number-one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for two weeks straight and that he received a Grammy for Song of the Year for that song? If James told these Christians the same thing Bobby McFerrin wrote in his song, they would have assumed that James was out of touch at best, and crazy at worse! Thankfully, James is not telling Christians who face the various trials that come our way to fake a smile and repeat to ourselves: Dont worry, be happy. That just will not work! James also experienced the fear his dear brothers and sisters experienced when persecution came into their city, and he no doubt felt the loss of dear Stephen when he had his head and body crushed under a barrage of rocks that resulted in Stephens martyrdom (see Acts 7). James is not talking about putting a smile on your face or faking your joy after receiving news of a terminal illness, the loss of a job, or the death of a loved one. He is reminding us that there is purpose behind our suffering even when it is brought to us by the hands of evil men or rouge cells in your body. Behind your suffering is a good God who does not waste your tears nor your hurts. What James wants these Christians to understand, and what the Spirit of God wants us to know, is that the various trials you will experience are allowed into your life by design and with purpose. Consider what two other apostles had to say about the purpose of suffering in the Christian life: The Apostle Peter: In this you greatly rejoice, even though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been distressed by various trials, so that the proof of your faith, being more precious than gold which perishes though tested by fire, may be found to result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ... (1 Pet. 1:67) The Apostle Paul: ...but we also celebrate in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us. (Rom. 5:35) It is also important to note that James informs us that trials will come. The question is not if they come, but when they come (v. 2). We will come back to the significance of verses 3-4 next week when we look at verse 12, but for now you should know that your trials are producing something in you dear Christian. What those trials are producing is the kind of endurance that is fueled by hope because what others mean for evil, or what the hard things in life will ultimately be used for is not your demise or destruction, but your good, because such trials are allowed for two purposes in your life: Gods glory and your good. What else could verse 4 mean? Such trials are wielded by the Almighty to bring about the following in your life: ...that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. Again, we will unpack this truth a bit more next week, but for now, think of trials as trails that God has purposed to use, to bring about verse 12 in your life: Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him. Wisdom for Life is Found in God (vv. 5-8) When we walk through the various trials that will come, such painful experiences can throw us through a tailspin. This is why some deconstruct their faith and walk away from the Christian faith and ask questions like: How can a good God allow such and such into my life? You can look at your circumstances and draw from those things your own conclusions without any regard for how God intends to use such trials to produce something much more lasting and beautiful in your life. Think about how easy it is to walk through your suffering and the hard things of life with little regard to seek wisdom from the One who has called us to walk through such trials. The point of verses 5-8 is that all of life requires a greater wisdom that can only come from the One whose knowledge and understanding of your life and the world is infinite. The fact of the matter is that you really do not know what is coming in while you sit and listen to this sermon. You do not know if there is some rogue cell in your body that threatens certain parts of your body. On a Monday (June 30th) I was told that my uncle was in hospice and by Thursday morning (July 3rd) he was dead. This is why Jesus said, For this reason I say to you, do not be worried about your life, as to what you will eat or what you will drink; nor for your body, as to what you will put on. Is life not more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the sky, that they do not sow, nor reap, nor gather crops into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more important than they (Matt. 6:2526)? Jesus did not just tell us to not worry but provided the best way to fight and push back our anxiety: But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be provided to you (Matt. 6::33). Listen, when the trials come in the form of waves or even tsunamis, if your faith is not tethered to the One who is sovereign over such waves, you will be driven and tossed by the wind (Jas. 1:6). The point James is making in verse 5 is that we do what Jesus told us to do: Dont lean onto your own understanding in the midst of your trial but seek wisdom from the God who wants to use your trials to produce what is lacking in you. Instead of asking, Why me? You ought to ask: Lord, please use this trial in a way that helps me know and understand you more so that I can live the life you have called me to live better. Instead of running to your own conclusions, seek wisdom from the One who sees the whole picture of your life. Instead of running to whatever solution you think is best, run to Him who knows what is best! Our Treasure is Not Earthly (vv. 9-11) Finally, regardless of what you have in your bank account, your position and status before God has nothing to do with what the world thinks of you but what God thinks of you. The real question is not how much you have of this world, but how much of your heart does the Lord have of you? What is your so-called faith? Is it just religion? Where or who is your treasure? Most of those to whom James was writing, were poor. With the persecution that came to Jerusalem, they had lost their income, property, and social status. However, there were some who were wealthy. For those who are poor, it is easy to conclude that God has forgotten them. For those who are wealthy, it is easy to forget God. The danger for both groups of people is to become spiritually near-sighted to the point that you fail to set your eyes on what it is that you did not work for and cannot lose. How can you experience joy in suffering? Where does lasting wisdom really come from, wisdom that guides rather than blinds? It comes from setting our eyes upon that which has been given and promised to those who have been truly saved by the grace of God through faith in His Son, to receive the gift of salvation that you cannot work for or earn. Those who share in James status as bond-servants of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ (v. 1), are heirs of Him who spoke and owns the cattle on a thousand hills! The poor are to glorify in their high position as those whose inheritance and status is found in the King of kings and Lord of lords! The rich person who also is a bond-servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, must hold his/her wealth with an open hand in a way that honors God and serves His people. Why? Well, in the words of the famous missionary, CT Studd: Only one life, 'twill soon be past, only what's done for Christ will last. Let me leave you with this final thought: When you are going through the hard stuff, know that because of your identity as a Christian, that God is more interested in your good than you can ever wrap your mind around. When the trials come, because you are a Christian this much is true: You are more sinful than you know and more loved than you imagine.

Through every sentence and paragraph that makes up Jamess epistle, it oozes with wisdom as to how the Christian can live out his/her faith. The epistle helps us understand what faith looks like while suffering, how it responds to both poverty and wealth, how faith in Jesus impacts our speech, and how our faith as Christians helps us navigate life in our upside-down world. The group of Christians James addressed his letter to were Jewish Christians who understood what it meant to be a marginalized people, even before faith in Jesus; but after belief in Jesus as the promised Messiah, they were also ostracized by members of their community, and for some, their own family members. So, who was James? Let me begin by stating the two things that we know about the person who wrote this epistle: 1) James was the half-brother of Jesus, and 2) he did not believe in Jesus until he witnessed His resurrection. Here is why I am mostly certain that James, the half-brother of Jesus (and not the apostle James) wrote this epistle: The apostle James died by execution under Herod before this epistle was written (Acts 12:1-2), and the James mentioned in Galatians 2 and Acts 15 is the brother of Jesus who became a predominant leader in the Jerusalem church. We are told in the gospels that Jesus had biological brothers who were born to Joseph and Mary after Jesus birth who did not fully believe in Jesus even though they grew up with Jesus (see Matt. 13:55; Mark 6:3; John 7:3-5). Jesus appeared to his brother, James, and then to the rest of His brothers, after his resurrection (see 1 Cor. 15:6-7). However, when James did finally believe in Jesus, he was all-in on who his older brother claimed to be, and his belief was backed up by his life, actions, and convictions. Not only was James all-in when it came to Jesus, but how he introduced himself in his epistle tells us a lot about who he was as a man of God: James, a bond-servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes who are dispersed abroad... (v. 1). James does not introduce himself as the half-brother of Jesus, but as a bond-servant of God. The Greek word for bond-servant is doulos, and it literally means slave. In other words, James authority as a leader does not come from his biological relationship to Jesus, but his submission to the Lordship of Christ, not as his older brother, but as the King of kings and Lord of lords. The other thing to note here is that James places God and the Lord Jesus side-by-side, implying that Jesus words before James believed are the truth that he has since bowed his knee too (see John 10:30). I believe that James finally believed that his brother was the Messiah when Jesus appeared to him after He rose from the dead (1 Cor. 15:6-7), which is a good reminder right from the very beginning of James, that no one who has truly encountered the resurrected Christ can remain unchanged by an encounter with the living Christ. James went from a doubter who grew up with Jesus to a believer who would identify himself as a slave to God, and held Jesus as the Lord over his life. The dispersed Christians James addressed his letter to most likely include hundreds of Christians who fled Jerusalem as a result of the stoning of Stephen and the great persecution Saul (before his conversion and was renamed Paul) and others brought upon the Jewish Christians in Jerusalem. I think James originally addressed his letter to those we read about in Acts 8:1-3, Now Saul approved of putting Stephen to death. And on that day a great persecution began against the church in Jerusalem, and they were all scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except for the apostles. Some devout men buried Stephen, and mourned loudly for him. But Saul began ravaging the church, entering house after house; and he would drag away men and women and put them in prison. It was to these Christians (and others), and now to us, that James letter addresses. The two great themes that are repeated through this epistle are faith (a word used at least 14 times) and obedience to God as the fruit of genuine faith (there over 50 imperatives given throughout James regarding this). This is the reason for the title of my sermon series: Faith and Works. There were other titles I thought of while preparing for this sermon series that came to mind, such as: Faith-Acts, Faith-Works, but settled for Faith and Works. If you are looking for a verse that encapsulates the theme of James, I submit to you James 2:17, In the same way, faith also, if it has no works, is dead, being by itself. With the time that I have left, I would like to direct your attention to three categories that James addresses in verses 2-11 that set the tone for the rest of the epistle: 1) suffering and joy (vv. 2-4), 2) wisdom and knowledge (vv. 5-8), and 3) poverty and wealth (vv. 9-11). Suffering and Joy are Compatible (vv. 1-4) Suffering and joy sound just as incompatible as water and oil do they not? Whoever wanted to sign up for a healthy dose of suffering? You might be thinking to yourself: Jesus did. You are correct in thinking so, but do not forget that on the eve of His suffering, we are told our Lord prayed while in agony over what He was about to suffer: And being in agony, He was praying very fervently; and His sweat became like drops of blood, falling down upon the ground (Luke 22:44). Jesus even included in His prayer, Father, if You are willing, remove this cup from Me; yet not My will, but Yours be done (22:42). The world tends to look at joy and suffering as incomparable, but James gives us a different perspective, he informs these dispersed Jewish Christians who have lost their homes and loved ones, Consider it all joy, my brothers and sisters, when you encounter various trials... Notice that James does not use the word some but the word all when it comes to the level of joy that we should have over the various trials we will experience in life. Why should we consider it all joy when things get difficult in life? On the surface, it sounds like James is giving us the same advice Bobby McFerrin gave us in the late 80s with his one-hit-wonder song, Dont Worry, Be Happy. Some of you remember the song: Here's a little song I wrote You might want to sing it note for note Don't worry, be happy In every life we have some trouble But when you worry you make it double Don't worry, be happy Ain't got no cash, ain't got no style Ain't got no one to make you smile Don't worry, be happy Cos when you worry, your face will frown And that will bring everybody down So don't worry, be happy Did you know that McFerrins song was number-one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for two weeks straight and that he received a Grammy for Song of the Year for that song? If James told these Christians the same thing Bobby McFerrin wrote in his song, they would have assumed that James was out of touch at best, and crazy at worse! Thankfully, James is not telling Christians who face the various trials that come our way to fake a smile and repeat to ourselves: Dont worry, be happy. That just will not work! James also experienced the fear his dear brothers and sisters experienced when persecution came into their city, and he no doubt felt the loss of dear Stephen when he had his head and body crushed under a barrage of rocks that resulted in Stephens martyrdom (see Acts 7). James is not talking about putting a smile on your face or faking your joy after receiving news of a terminal illness, the loss of a job, or the death of a loved one. He is reminding us that there is purpose behind our suffering even when it is brought to us by the hands of evil men or rouge cells in your body. Behind your suffering is a good God who does not waste your tears nor your hurts. What James wants these Christians to understand, and what the Spirit of God wants us to know, is that the various trials you will experience are allowed into your life by design and with purpose. Consider what two other apostles had to say about the purpose of suffering in the Christian life: The Apostle Peter: In this you greatly rejoice, even though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been distressed by various trials, so that the proof of your faith, being more precious than gold which perishes though tested by fire, may be found to result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ... (1 Pet. 1:67) The Apostle Paul: ...but we also celebrate in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us. (Rom. 5:35) It is also important to note that James informs us that trials will come. The question is not if they come, but when they come (v. 2). We will come back to the significance of verses 3-4 next week when we look at verse 12, but for now you should know that your trials are producing something in you dear Christian. What those trials are producing is the kind of endurance that is fueled by hope because what others mean for evil, or what the hard things in life will ultimately be used for is not your demise or destruction, but your good, because such trials are allowed for two purposes in your life: Gods glory and your good. What else could verse 4 mean? Such trials are wielded by the Almighty to bring about the following in your life: ...that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. Again, we will unpack this truth a bit more next week, but for now, think of trials as trails that God has purposed to use, to bring about verse 12 in your life: Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him. Wisdom for Life is Found in God (vv. 5-8) When we walk through the various trials that will come, such painful experiences can throw us through a tailspin. This is why some deconstruct their faith and walk away from the Christian faith and ask questions like: How can a good God allow such and such into my life? You can look at your circumstances and draw from those things your own conclusions without any regard for how God intends to use such trials to produce something much more lasting and beautiful in your life. Think about how easy it is to walk through your suffering and the hard things of life with little regard to seek wisdom from the One who has called us to walk through such trials. The point of verses 5-8 is that all of life requires a greater wisdom that can only come from the One whose knowledge and understanding of your life and the world is infinite. The fact of the matter is that you really do not know what is coming in while you sit and listen to this sermon. You do not know if there is some rogue cell in your body that threatens certain parts of your body. On a Monday (June 30th) I was told that my uncle was in hospice and by Thursday morning (July 3rd) he was dead. This is why Jesus said, For this reason I say to you, do not be worried about your life, as to what you will eat or what you will drink; nor for your body, as to what you will put on. Is life not more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the sky, that they do not sow, nor reap, nor gather crops into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more important than they (Matt. 6:2526)? Jesus did not just tell us to not worry but provided the best way to fight and push back our anxiety: But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be provided to you (Matt. 6::33). Listen, when the trials come in the form of waves or even tsunamis, if your faith is not tethered to the One who is sovereign over such waves, you will be driven and tossed by the wind (Jas. 1:6). The point James is making in verse 5 is that we do what Jesus told us to do: Dont lean onto your own understanding in the midst of your trial but seek wisdom from the God who wants to use your trials to produce what is lacking in you. Instead of asking, Why me? You ought to ask: Lord, please use this trial in a way that helps me know and understand you more so that I can live the life you have called me to live better. Instead of running to your own conclusions, seek wisdom from the One who sees the whole picture of your life. Instead of running to whatever solution you think is best, run to Him who knows what is best! Our Treasure is Not Earthly (vv. 9-11) Finally, regardless of what you have in your bank account, your position and status before God has nothing to do with what the world thinks of you but what God thinks of you. The real question is not how much you have of this world, but how much of your heart does the Lord have of you? What is your so-called faith? Is it just religion? Where or who is your treasure? Most of those to whom James was writing, were poor. With the persecution that came to Jerusalem, they had lost their income, property, and social status. However, there were some who were wealthy. For those who are poor, it is easy to conclude that God has forgotten them. For those who are wealthy, it is easy to forget God. The danger for both groups of people is to become spiritually near-sighted to the point that you fail to set your eyes on what it is that you did not work for and cannot lose. How can you experience joy in suffering? Where does lasting wisdom really come from, wisdom that guides rather than blinds? It comes from setting our eyes upon that which has been given and promised to those who have been truly saved by the grace of God through faith in His Son, to receive the gift of salvation that you cannot work for or earn. Those who share in James status as bond-servants of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ (v. 1), are heirs of Him who spoke and owns the cattle on a thousand hills! The poor are to glorify in their high position as those whose inheritance and status is found in the King of kings and Lord of lords! The rich person who also is a bond-servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, must hold his/her wealth with an open hand in a way that honors God and serves His people. Why? Well, in the words of the famous missionary, CT Studd: Only one life, 'twill soon be past, only what's done for Christ will last. Let me leave you with this final thought: When you are going through the hard stuff, know that because of your identity as a Christian, that God is more interested in your good than you can ever wrap your mind around. When the trials come, because you are a Christian this much is true: You are more sinful than you know and more loved than you imagine.

Today, Shelley and Phil sit down with Long Shadows winemaker, Gilles Nicault, and taste through eight of their wines. If you want to learn about an amazing winery model, this is a must listen episode! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing Visit https://longshadows.com to see, and order, the entire lineup of Long Shadows wines! Wines this episode:2024 Long Shadows Poet's Leap ($20 at the winery)

In today's podcast, Karen Salmansohn joins us to discuss her new book,  YOUR TO-DIE-FOR LIFE: How to Maximize Joy and Minimize Regret . . . Before Your Time Runs Out. This episode will inspire you and support you waking up to the gift of life. You will learn: How mortality awareness is a motivator  7 core values to avoid regrets on your deathbed  Death mindfulness rituals to help you wake up Listen to the episode and share your takeaways with Karen and I on Instagram @OneWade and @notsalmon   Order your copy of my interactive self-care guide, 100 Mindful Moments to Balance & Energize to support you taking care of your one mind, one body and one precious life.    ***** KAREN SALMANSOHN is a best-selling author and leading Behavioral Change Expert, celebrated for blending research-based psychological strategies with bold humor. With over two million books and courses sold, she has helped countless individuals shake off autopilot and start living with intention. She's the founder of the personal development site NotSalmon.com—home to 1.5 million loyal followers—and has appeared on Oprah and in Psychology Today. Salmansohn's distinctive style merges psychology, philosophy, neuroscience, and award-winning design. Her early career in advertising, including coining the name “Croissan'wich” for Burger King, shaped her knack for creating content that's both compelling and transformative. Her past bestsellers, such as How to Be Happy, Dammit and Think Happy, show her talent for delivering practical insights wrapped in wit and real-world relatability. Through her writing, speaking, and online presence, Salmansohn offers an energizing call to action: stop sleepwalking through life and start making meaningful choices. Whether she's discussing happiness habits or identity-based change, her focus remains the same—empowering people to lead more purposeful, fulfilling lives. MORE ONLINE: NotSalmon.com Instagram X Facebook YouTube  

Life after Revision Surgery for an Amputee     I must have been crazy, right? To CHOOSE to revise my amputation! To go from being uber active to starting over?!?! Golfing on Kauai   Having fun catching waves   At the beginning of this interview process, to be eligible for the AMI procedure, I was very interested in the idea of being a part of something so "cutting edge" (pun intended) and chose to continue through the several interview steps to see if I was even eligible. When it came down to having to go out to Boston for a face to face interview I knew that it was getting very real and that the decision to have it done was going to be all mine. That's when I started to second guess myself and the reason why I would want to go through that again. Decisions need to be made, but with a good, clear reason and with no doubts. I couldn't do something like that again, and have my family be put out because of it... and what if? What if I was as good as I could get? What if I feel more phantom pains? What if, this time I get an infection and start down a harder road than ever before? I will tell you that I never put those questions in my head or spoke of them before the surgery, but the reality is, those are the concerns that hide in the dark, when you are anxious, vulnerable, weak. These are the doubts that create fear, and then stop us from charging forward and achieving greatness. Needless to say, my CT scan showed something that had to be dealt with that had nothing to do with the AMI and everything to do with the pains I had been dealing with for 6 years! THAT was what made my decision one I was at peace with. Now here I am 3 weeks post-op. Starting PT the day after surgery and having those flooding pains upon walking   My biggest support and the guy who has always had my back!

Frank Schaeffer  In Conversation with Writer, Historian, and Ethicist, Nigel Cameron, exploring his work and the themes of his new book, Dr. Koop:The Many Lives of the Surgeon General._____LINKShttps://drkoop.biohttps://nigelcameron.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/nigelcameronhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelcameron/https://x.com/nigelcameronhttps://www.lovechildrenplanet.com/events/it-has-to-be-read-dr-koop-by-nigel-m-de-s-cameronI have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said. Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth. Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. Support the show_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of Fall In Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy. Learn more at https://www.lovechildrenplanet.comFollow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube. https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.tiktok.com/@frank_schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTube In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer Podcast

Will You Own Nothing and Be Happy? Ida Auken of Denmark had written about the future year 2030, how she owns nothing and has no privacy, and claims "it is a good life." However, we question what she wrote. We talk about the problems of what happens when someone else owns and controls things you need in everyday life. With ownership comes control. Ownership also encourages responsibility and care for the things that are owned. Ownership is taking responsibility, and responsibility is the opposite of socialism. We taught our kids to take responsibility and be self-sufficient. When should you own and when is it logical to rent things?   Sponsors: American Gold Exchange Our dealer for precious metals & the exclusive dealer of Real Power Family silver rounds (which we finally got in!!!). Get your first, or next bullion order from American Gold Exchange like we do. Tell them the Real Power Family sent you! Click on this link to get a FREE Starters Guide. Advanta IRA Our family has our IRA's & HSA at Advanta IRA. Set up a truly Self-Directed Roth or Traditional IRA, HSA, 401k or other accounts with Advanta IRA & you can invest in hard assets like we do. We own Real Estate, Gold, Silver, Bitcoin, Notes & even private placements in our retirement accounts. With Advanta IRA you can too! They will waive the application fee on new accounts when you mention the Real Power Family. Abolish Property Taxes in Ohio: https://reformpropertytax.com/ Our Links: www.RealPowerFamily.com Info@ClearSkyTrainer.com 833-Be-Do-Have (833-233-6428)

We're always wishing we were somewhere we're not. Someone else's body, someone else's business, someone else's energy. But what if the very thing you're judging yourself for not having… is simply a sign you're in a different stage of your life? In this episode, I'm sharing a real-life moment that triggered this realization, seeing a ripped friend on Instagram and immediately turning it into a reason to beat myself up. Classic. But it cracked something open for me about stages, levers, and how we try to match someone else's life without knowing what they had to turn down to turn that thing up. We talk about: The "lever theory." how different areas of your life go up and down (and that's not a problem) The danger of comparing your current stage to someone else's highlight reel Why your mind always wants to rush you out of your current season Whether you're in a build season, a rest season, or a healing season, this one will help you see that you're not behind. You're exactly where you're meant to be. Your only job? Trust your timeline.  If this episode made you laugh, think differently, or just feel a little less crazy—send it to a friend or share it on socials. That's how we keep the ripple going.

Comedian Kai Humphries joins Thor to workshop a s*x-gone-wrong story for comedic purposes. We dive into Kai's journey through stand-up & psychedelics, touching on his Edinburgh Fringe show, How to Be Happy.The conversation takes some unexpected turns, such as into aphantasia - the inability to form mental images - where Thor discovers his own mind works differently too. Childhood tales, limited resources, and the charm of simpler times round out this playful, thought-provoking episode. Find Kai on Instagram here

In this episode of The Free Thought Project podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with author and truth seeker Jeffrey Hann, whose recent books The Fallacious Belief in Government and COVID-19: Short Path to ‘You'll Own Nothing and You'll Be Happy' pull no punches in exposing the brutal realities of global control, technocratic overreach, and engineered tyranny. We dive deep into the AI surveillance dragnet being built around us, the implications of Trump's war rhetoric and alignment with the military-industrial complex, and the broader patterns of manufactured crises being used to usher in the new age of control. Jeffrey lays out what he believes is a path of inevitable collapse—and how to survive what's coming. But we didn't stop there. We also explored how decentralization, privacy coins like Zano, and conscious resistance to the digital slavery grid are not just strategies — they're necessities. And even though much of the conversation focused on the darkness of our current moment, we still managed to close things out on a white pill — with hope, empowerment, and the reminder that we still have choices.  Tune in, question everything, and remember: awareness is the first step toward liberation. (Length: 1:05:32) Jason's New 'Know Your Rights' Seminar: https://www.jasonbassler.com/service-page/know-your-rights?referral=service_list_widget  Support TFTP Podcast: https://tftpsubdomain.wpengine.com/tftp-membership/https://tftpsubdomain.wpengine.com/tftp-membership/ Zano: https://docs.zano.org/docs/learn/what-is-zano/ Connector App: https://connector.app/ Jeffrey on Twitter: https://x.com/JeffreyHann His New Book: https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=WiF8zWUeyI3CJrPbjhZh6qGv14CWdZSVm4cHATowjpn Journalistic Revolution: https://journalisticrevolution.com His Book's Album: https://journalisticrevolution.com/music/journalistic-revolution/fbig-album.html

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What really goes into building a business that lasts without burning out or selling your soul to social media? In today's episode, I'm joined by Sam Vander Wielen, legal educator, entrepreneur, and author of When I Start My Business, I'll Be Happy. We dig into the messy middle of entrepreneurship and what it actually looks like to create a signature offer that sells, build an email list from scratch, and stay legally protected while scaling with integrity. Sam shares how she built a wildly successful business from two simple products, the strategic ways she grows her email list, and the mindset shifts that have kept her grounded through it all. If you're tired of chasing the algorithm and ready to create something that works long-term, this is the episode for you.  Topics Covered in this Episode: 3:54 – Why email is your “homework” and social media is just “play” 14:27 – The easy fix to get people to want your newsletter 17:37 – The “infinity loop” of attracting, nurturing, and converting 20:28 – A clever, free playlist strategy Sam uses to grow her list 23:57 – The surprising post that went viral 26:18 – The one foundational piece that protects your energy and builds revenue   If you loved this episode, be sure to grab Sam's book When I Start My Business, I'll Be Happy. Don't forget to subscribe to the Entrepreneurial Therapist podcast so you never miss an episode, and leave a review if today's chat gave you clarity or confidence to take your next step.   Resources Mentioned: AI Free Marketing Guide to Get More Private Pay Clients: https://www.theentrepreneurialtherapist.com/guide Grab a copy of Sam's Book: https://www.samvanderwielen.com/book/ Check out Sam's Podcast: https://www.samvanderwielen.com/podcast/  Connect with Same: https://www.samvanderwielen.com/  Follow Sam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samvanderwielen/  

What if true freedom demands separation from old beliefs? Josh Trent welcomes Preston Smiles, Abundance and Money Coach, to the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast, episode 752, to reveal how our need for external validation hijacks our true potential and abundance, what it really takes to break free from generational wounds, and why the commodification of spirituality will only be undone by uncompromising honesty and a relaxed nervous system. In This Episode, Preston Smiles Uncovers: [01:10] Why Most Self-Development Is “Blind Leading the Blind” Why healing doesn't have a hierarchy. How all fathers hold the hard things inside. Why nobody is better than anybody. What makes us chase the feeling of significance. How we're taught to seek validation outside of ourselves. Why most self-development is blind leading the blind. Resources: Preston Smiles 092 Now or Never: Alexi Panos & Preston Smiles [09:35] Being Honest with Your Children Why honesty is a gift to our children. How Preston's children witnessed a conflict between him and his wife. Why he apologized to his wife in front of his children after they had a fight. How being a demonstration is what lands the most for people. [13:00] How to Repair After Conflict Why God only hears 'yes.' How the body stores everything we've ever been through. What creates neurotags in the body. How not addressing our neurotags makes us harden. Why most of us didn't learn how to clear guilt, shame, and trauma from our body. The importance of having proactive practices to prevent disease. [18:30] The Role of A Father Why most of Preston's childhood friends didn't fulfil their potential because their fathers weren't present. How his father encouraged him to be a leader. Why most people don't have a father that's loving and present. Resources: Dead Poets Society (1989) [23:35] How to Be Free Why Preston quit being a reverend twice in his life. Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes The importance of questioning our answers. What is behind our belief that money is hard to come by. How questioning our path can set us free from generational wounds and beliefs. Resources: Spiritual Millionaire by Preston Smiles [29:00] Why Elevation Requires Separation How repair provides a space to ask each other questions. How we become like the people we spend time with. Why his wife was the first person Preston ever made love with. What led him to go deep into esoterics and conspiracies. [35:20] You Can Heal Yourself The difference between healthy and toxic fear. How Preston developed a skin disease and fell into shame when he was a teenager. Why he needed to process the abuse he went through as a child. How acknowledgment helped him heal. Why he did 31 ayahuasca ceremonies in a year. How people began to be part of Preston's healing. Resources: You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay [40:25] The Next Level of Law of Attraction The missing link to the law of attraction. Why the work is constant remembering of what is actually here. How learning to love what is opens up the door for us. Why we need to choose but not want. What we can't stop thinking about, it's our calling. How Preston connects with God. Why hearing God's voice when he was 15 saved his life. How he met his wife through listening and trusting God. Resources: The Secret by Rhonda Byrne 674 Daniele Kathryn Hage | Gender Equality vs. Gender Equity: How to Have a Lasting + Loving Relationship For Life [49:20] Healing Porn Addiction What made Josh realize that porn addiction was his own choice. How Preston approaches his children's sexuality. Why pornography is a tool of control. How he finally chose to see sex as a sacred act. [56:50] Is Demonic Energy Ever Good? How even demonic energy can serve us to awaken. Why the demonic energy is not the urge but the marketing machine that sold us the urge. How the bad things in our lives are our teachers on a soul level. [01:01:35] The Wounded Ego Why it's not our fault when we fall into addiction. How social media glorifies toughness. Why Preston's team didn't stop working when he decided to let them go. How he used to feel better than everyone. [01:08:05] How Much Money Do You Really Need to Be Happy? How Josh has worked through his relationship and money wounds to get where he is now. Why there is a point where money doesn't matter anymore. How Preston learned to appreciate his tiny apartment back in the day. Why get more if we can't love what we have now. How some rich people identify with the status of money and get controlled by it. Why Preston doesn't keep the things that make him attach to his ego. [01:14:45] Cheaters Don't Last How people have used Preston to climb the career ladder. Why his friend stole his workshop. How people who cheat other people don't last long in the game. Resources: Tai Lopez Grant Cardone [01:22:05] Spiritual Commodification Why the antidote to the commodification of spirituality is honesty. The importance of crediting those we've learned from. Why scarcity tells us there's not enough for everyone to share. How abundance comes from a relaxed nervous system. Why most people have a very small window of tolerance. Leave Wellness + Wisdom a Review on Apple Podcasts

Frank Schaeffer In Conversation with Professor Michael Albertus, exploring his work and the themes of his book, Land Power: Who Has It, Who Doesn't, And How That Determines The Fate Of Societies._____LINKShttps://www.michaelalbertus.com/https://substack.com/@michaelalbertus_____I have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said. Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth. Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. Support the show_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of Fall In Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy. Learn more at https://www.lovechildrenplanet.comFollow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube. https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.tiktok.com/@frank_schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTube In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer Podcast

On this episode of 'Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage,' Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley discuss common myths about marriage. Do you have misconceptions about what makes a marriage successful? We'll talk with Rhonda and Steve Stoppe who discuss Rhonda's book 'If My Husband Would Change, I'd Be Happy.' We'll hear stories about their marital challenges and how they resolved them through faith and open communication. The episode concludes with advice on dealing with chronic illness in marriage and the importance of maintaining self-care and balance. Plus, we have a fun activity to create music playlists for your spouse to foster connection and intimacy. If My Husband Would Change I'd Be Happy Weekend Get Away 9 Lies That Will Destroy Your Marriage Support this Show! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Frank Schaeffer In Conversation with Michelle Moffitt, exploring her work and the themes of her book, Cracked Open: A Journey to a Resilient and Independent Mindset._____LINKShttps://michellemoffitt.comhttps://www.lovechildrenplanet.com/events/in-conversation-with-frank-schaeffer-michelle-moffitt_____I have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said. Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth. Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. Support the show_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of Fall In Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy. Learn more at https://www.lovechildrenplanet.comFollow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube. https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.tiktok.com/@frank_schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTube In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer Podcast

Support our Show:bit.ly/BuyMeACoffeeUKGFeeling like your worries are doing cardio in your head again? My friend, “Don't Worry, Be Happy” is not just a catchy line, but a holy game plan.Listen to this episode and remember Who's really in charge.-----Follow us on Social MediaFacebook: fb@UmagangKayGognaInstagram: @umagang.kay.gogna------Music: “Kaffeeklatsch with His Grace” by ©JPA

Are you ready to Be Happy? Stream / Download / Pre-Order / Pre-Save here https://paradise.ffm.to/behappy A veritable shapeshifter of a tune, boss man Steve's latest morphs and melds, mixes and mutates, making merry mischief made for maximum musical momentum. ‘Be Happy' can be read in many different ways – suggestion, request, even instruction. In this instance, let us not over-analyse – what we're dealing with is a multi-faceted humdinger of a house tune whose very raison d'etre is to induce a state of happiness. Steve deftly manipulates layer upon layer of elements into a euphoric and cohesive whole. Riffs tease then erupt, bass burbles and bounces, percussion cracks then takes a pause, ushering in a breakdown for the ages. 'Be Happy' is by turns simple yet complex, busy then stripped back, heads down chugger meets hands in the air anthem. Ultimately it delivers big time on its titular promise – and for that we can all be thankful…and, indeed, happy. Team Selador – forever in the pursuit of happiness

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcastMindset Course: https://jacob-mclaughlin.mykajabi.com/offers/JbXC3NYf/checkout Mindset as the biggest success factor, overcoming negative self-talk, dealing with haters and rejection, fake timelines and unnecessary pressure, the reality of breaking into the industry, how to handle anxiety during the process, importance of internal language and beliefs, building resilience, defining what success actually looks like, raising your standards and your circle, creating a mindset worth $150k+, staying consistent even when it's hardKey Takeaways:The way you talk to yourself matters way more than you think. If you're constantly putting yourself down, you're slowing yourself downYou're going to get rejected or ignored, and sometimes people are just plain rude. Don't take it personallyStop stressing over made-up deadlines; breaking in doesn't have to happen in three weeks or elseIt's supposed to be hard. Most people quit when it gets tough, so keep pushing and you'll stand outYou don't get paid $150K just for applying—you've got to show up like someone who's worth that kind of moneyWho you hang around makes a huge difference. If your circle doesn't want more, it'll hold you back00:00 - The #1 Indicator For Success In Medical Device Sales01:09 - 1. Negative Self Talk03:32 - 2. Haters06:42 - 3. Planting Timelines08:15 - 4. The Actual Reality08:56 - 5. Accept The HARD10:14 - Be Happy. Healthy. Wealthy

AMI Procedure and The Future of Amputations Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital   "For 200 years there has been no real difference in amputation; it's technique and how it's done." Do you know anything in our world that hasn't evolved in 200 years? No! This was a statement that Dr. Carty stated today in our conversation and I was in disbelief. How could that be? With so many engineering marvels happening at an exorbitant rate it is only natural to turn our eyes on the other side of this coin, the surgical procedure. Prosthetics have evolved and become more advanced than ever before but our residual limbs are the same they have always been, not allowing amputees to truly reap the benefits of these technological advancements, but that is changing. Dr. Carty with the help of Dr. Hugh Herr at MIT worked together to improve the human body to be a more synergistic with the devices of today and the future. Dr. Matthew Carty-Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon   Dr. Hugh Herr-Bilateral below knee amputee, biophysicist, mechanical engineer, co-director of MIT Media Lab   The Agonist/Antagonist Myoneural Interface (AMI) procedure was born out of the ideas of two men who each had something they were searching for to improve functionality of a residual limb and to make it more compatible with the future of prosthetics. I am excited to share that I will be heading to Boston this weekend to have Dr. Carty perform this procedure on me, as a study candidate, and in hopes to improve my overall functionality. I am truly very excited for this opportunity. Join us in today's Real Talk as Dr. Carty goes deep to explain the process of creating, changing, and implementing a new medical procedures, and what exactly the AMI is and what the hopeful outcomes are of a successful surgery. I am truly honored and  appreciated the time you spent with me to record this episode in the midst of your busy schedule, Dr. Carty, and I look forward to working with you soon. See you win Boston! Enjoy this deep and impactful interview and be sure to subscribe to my Vlog channel on YouTube @OneLegis Enough-BAW to follow my journey through this amazing experience. Have an amazing week ahead, Warriors! And as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love,

Jonathan Rauch joins Frank Schaeffer to tear apart the tangled mess of faith and politics in America. From religious hypocrisy to democracy's near-collapse, this episode isn't for the faint of heart. Get ready for a searing look at free speech, identity, and the culture war battles you can't ignore._____LINKShttps://www.brookings.edu/people/jonathan-rauch/https://www.lovechildrenplanet.com/events/in-conversation-with-frank-schaeffer-jonathan-rauch_____I have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said. Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth. Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. Tailwind TalksTailwind Talks is a podcast for high-performing professionals who want to build...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of Fall In Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy. Learn more at https://www.lovechildrenplanet.comFollow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube. https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.tiktok.com/@frank_schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTube In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer Podcast

One of our credos here at Happy Life Studios is "Make someone Happy and you'll be Happy too". However, after running into Awesome Mary I saw another side of that statement I hadn't seen before. Join us as we interview AWSM Mary and see why she is so awesome. Why would you want "Proud Mary" when you can have AWSM Mary instead?The song we used for the intro was "Are You Happy" by Primitive Radio Gods. The ending song was "Make Someone Happy" by Jimmy Durante. We don't own any rights, but they are AWSM songs! Contact usLinktree: www.Linktr.ee/HappyLifeStudiosEmail: Podcast@HappyLife.StudioYo Stevo Hotline: (425) 200-HAYS (4297)Webpage: www.HappyLife.lol YouTube: www.YouTube.com/StevoHaysLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/steve-hays-b6b1186b/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@happylifestudiosFacebook: www.Facebook.com/HappyLifeStudios Instagram: www.Instagram.com/HappyLife_Studios Twitter: www.x.com/stevehays If you would like to help us spread the HappyPayPal: www.PayPal.me/StevoHaysCash App: $HappyLifeStudiosZelle: StevoHays@gmail.comVenmo: @StevoHaysBuy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/HappyLifeStudioCheck: Payable to Hays Ministries or Steve Hays and send to 27240 213th Place S.E. Maple Valley, WA 98038

Is the government really looking out for your best interests? Jeffrey Hann, author and anarchist thinker, returns to The Bad Roman to challenge everything you thought you knew about government, critical thinking, and personal freedom.  He argues that our education system is deliberately designed to create "literacy slaves" - individuals smart enough to work but not to question authority. But is this just another conspiracy theory, or is there truth to his claims? Here's what's on the menu: Critical Thinking 101: Hann breaks down why our education system might be deliberately dumbing us down.  Government's Life Cycle: From democracy to tyranny - is it inevitable? Hann walks us through Plato's five regimes and why he thinks we're headed for a fall. Psyops Exposed: Prepare to have your mind blown as Hann reveals the psychological warfare tactics governments use to keep us in line. Spoiler alert: fear and repetition are their weapons of choice. But it's not all doom and gloom. Hann presents anarchism as a potential solution, defining it as "a system or practice of no rulers, voluntary action and absence of government over the innocent, based on natural rights, life, freedom and property." Could this be the key to true personal freedom? Whether you agree with Hann's perspectives or not, this episode will challenge your beliefs and spark critical thinking. It's a must-listen for anyone interested in politics, philosophy, and the future of society. You'll hear personal anecdotes, shocking quotes, and the Christian perspective on anarchism. By the end, you'll be questioning everything - including your own beliefs. So, ready to wake up and smell the evolution? Tune in to the Bad Roman Podcast and prepare to have your worldview shaken. This isn't just an episode - it's a call to action. Are you ready to answer?   

What if embracing your mortality was the secret to living with more joy and less regret? Bestselling author and behavioral change expert Karen Salmansohn brings her signature wit, heart, and no-fluff wisdom to a topic most people avoid: death. But instead of fear or gloom, Karen offers a refreshing and empowering perspective on how getting clear on your mortality can actually help you live more fully. We discuss what Karen calls “near-life experiences,” explore a powerful practice called death mindfulness, and dive into why writing your own eulogy might just be the most life-giving thing you can do. Karen also shares simple mindset shifts that help you let go of the word should, tune into your purpose, and bring more meaning and presence into your daily life. In this episode, you'll learn: How mortality awareness can spark more joy, intention, and purpose What “near-life experiences” are – and how to wake up from them Why writing your own eulogy can help you reconnect with your values The surprising role humor plays in healing and creating lasting change How to let go of “shoulds” and the “someday” mindset Tools to help you find forgiveness and move forward with compassion Tune in and discover why getting chummy with your mortality might be the most powerful thing you can do to live a to-die-for life. Resources Mentioned: How to Be Happy, Dammit Learn More about Karen Salmansohn: Your To-Die-For Life: How to Maximize Joy and Minimize Regret Before Your Time Runs Out Website: notsalmon.com Instagram: @notsalmonFacebook: @Notsalmon YouTube: @NotsalmonTVSubstack: The Stand Up Philosopher: Weighty Musings, Lightly ServedPinterest: @Notsalmon Learn More about Elise Museles: Food Story: Rewrite the Way You, Eat, Think, and LiveRise & Shine – 1:1 Coaching Experience Use code FOODSTORY for 30% off Website: elisemuseles.com Instagram: @elisemuseles Facebook: @elisemuseles

Full Episode on Patreon.com/SlopQuest Every week comedians Andrew DeWitt and Ryan O’Neill take current and historical events and spin them into outrageous screenplay pitches and business ideas. The boys open up with some reminiscing about how hot that crazy chick who saw a fake person on the plane was. Then Andy brings in a Harbor Freight survival knife and gets roasted non-stop by O’Neill. The boys talk about the overall plan of all presidents in America. Then they invent an amazing new survival product called “The Goon Blade”. O’Neill tries to remember the melody to “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” and absolutely butchers it. Then we present a new segment: “O’Neill Tries To Remember The Bible”.

#867 Goals we work hard toward can turn out to be all wrong for us the moment we achieve them. In fact, it's easy to fall into this trap if we don't uncover our own definition of success and chase someone else's instead. So how do we begin again if we find ourselves on a path we don't like? In this episode, I'm joined by the author of When I Start My Business, I'll Be Happy, Sam Vander Wielen. The moment today's guest landed the attorney job of her dreams, she knew corporate life wouldn't be right for her. Not one to give up, she leaned into the pull of entrepreneurship and pivoted to create a multimillion-dollar online business around her expertise. Sam is a master storyteller with an impressive ability to turn everyday moments into engaging lessons for her audience. Listen in if you're stuck in a traditional job or want to create and sell your first products! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session867.***Today's episode is brought to you by Incogni. Reduce the volume of spam calls and emails and lower your risk of identity theft with Incogni. For being a listener of this show, you'll receive 60% off an annual plan, using the exclusive promo code smartpassive. Go to https://incogni.com/smartpassive.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sarah and Beth explore the complex intersection of medicine, ethics, policy, culture, and personal autonomy surrounding physician-assisted death. They discuss the challenging terrain of end-of-life choices and examine how different countries approach this from a legal perspective. This conversation offers compassionate insight without easy answers about one of healthcare's most nuanced ethical frontiers. Topics Discussed Physician-Assisted Death Outside of Politics: How to Be Happy in Old Age Visit our website for complete show notes, premium shows, show merchandise, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At just 15 years old, Cassidy Stay endured the unimaginable—the tragic loss of her entire family in a horrific act of violence. Left for dead, she survived by pretending to be lifeless, and with remarkable courage, alerted police to the killer's next target, potentially saving many more lives. Now, a decade later, Cassidy reflects on her journey through grief, healing, and unshakable faith. In this week's episode, she shares how the gospel of Jesus Christ has sustained her, the peace she's found in His promises, and the hope of being reunited with her loved ones again. 2:34- Remembering a Family 7:05- A Choice to Be Happy 9:06- The Day That Changed Everything 31:55- Victim Impact Statement 37:36- Dumbledore's Letter 40:26- A Future Reunion 45:00- Giving Burdens to Christ 53:09- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ? “I have something to look forward to and, for me, if I don't have that, what am I doing? If I'm not working for that, what am I working towards? I am so excited to see my family again.” Links: Cassidy Stay's Victim Impact Statement- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3NcXqwoLWw Cassidy Stay and attorneys address media- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnE3eQSST5E&pp=ygUMY2Fzc2lkeSBzdGF5