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What if anxiety isn't something to fight… but something to befriend? In this insightful and compassionate conversation, Ilana is joined by one of Australia's leading anxiety and wellbeing experts, Dr. Jodi Richardson, to unpack why anxiety has become so common, particularly for women, and what we can do to support our mental wellbeing. Together, they explore the science behind anxiety, the invisible mental load many women carry, and practical strategies to help you move through life with greater calm, confidence, and self-compassion. What you'll hear in this episode: Why anxiety is a normal human emotion, when it becomes problematic, and the signs that it's time to seek extra support. How the mental load, hormones, perfectionism, people pleasing, and modern life contribute to anxiety, particularly for women. Practical tools and powerful metaphors to help you understand anxiety instead of fearing it, including why anxiety doesn't have to stay in the driver's seat. The connection between anxiety, burnout, chronic stress, depression, and nervous system health, and why understanding your body's signals is so important. Why seeking support is a sign of strength, and how simple, evidence-based strategies can help you build resilience and reclaim your wellbeing. This conversation is a beautiful reminder that anxiety is not a personal failure or something to feel ashamed of. With awareness, compassion, and the right support, it's possible to understand your anxiety, work alongside it, and continue moving towards the life you truly want to live. Whether you've experienced anxiety yourself, support someone who has, or simply want to better understand your mental health, this episode is filled with practical wisdom, hope, and reassurance. Listen now at ilanak.com.au/podcasts/272 or on your favourite podcast app.   Let's stay connected. Head to Instagram: @ilanak.kinesiology Ask Ilana: new addition to the podcast! Submit your question using this form and i'll pick one a month to answer on the show. Show Links: ilanak.com.au/podcasts/272

Are you longing for assurance that you're not walking through life's challenges alone?Today, Richelle Alessi invites us into a heartfelt conversation about faithfulness as she reflects on Psalm 37:3-6. Together, we'll learn what it truly means to delight in the Lord, to trust His promises in both good times and hard ones, and to let our relationship with God become the foundation of our everyday. As a community, we'll discover how befriending faithfulness leads us to peace and joy, no matter what we face.Let's join in prayer and devotion, drawing closer to God and to each other as we seek His faithfulness together.Tap HERE to send us a text! Our podcast family is growing - introducing Men's Morning Devotional! Our dad, Steve Alessi, and all of our husbands are now hosting their own 5 minute devotionals every weekday - for men who want to become better husbands, fathers, and leaders! Listen, follow and subscribe here - MensMorningDevotional.comSupport the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

Prasadavati invites us to explore how meditation can serve our lives on and off the cushion, and especially during challenging times. Excerpted from the talk entitled Befriend Your Mind given at Buddhistisches Tor Berlin, 2025. *** Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone! Donate now Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast: Bite-sized clips - Buddhist inspiration three times a week. Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube

By definition, to feel vulnerable is to feel exposed and undefended. It's natural, in moments of emotional risk or tenderness, to feel the urge to pull back from vulnerability, to deny it or dismiss it as weak or needy. But decades of research have also revealed that we can't really form strong bonds with others if we're unwilling to take the risk of being our true selves.  This week, Dr. Stacee Reichezer guides us through a practice that can help us soften to this oh-so-human experience so that we can truly know healing, connection, and vitality.  Dr. Stacee L. Reicherzer, PhD, LPC-S is the Chicago-based transgender author of The Healing Otherness Handbook: Overcome the Trauma of Identity-Based Bullying and Find Power in Your Difference. The San Antonio, TX native serves as clinical faculty of counseling at Southern New Hampshire University, where she received the distinguished faculty award in 2018. The transcription of this guided meditation will be online and in our app at Mindful.org next week.  Stay curious, stay inspired. Sign up for our free newsletter mindful.org/signup or download the app for free at mindful.org/app.  Show Notes Find more from Stacee Reicherzer here. As with any difficult emotion, learning to be with vulnerability is a skill that we can nurture. Here are more resources on this essential skill and how mindfulness can help you build and expand your capacity to be yourself in the world.  Go Deeper Gentle Men: The Healing Power of Vulnerability  The Power of Vulnerability  Why Vulnerability is Your Superpower  Feeling Like a Fraud in Your Own Mindfulness Practice  4 Questions to Foster Your Authentic Self  For more practice leaning into genuine connection, try A 12-Minute Meditation for Cultivating Connection to Yourself and Beyond. And more from Mindful here: More episodes of 12 Minute Meditation Let us know what you thought of this episode of 12 Minute Meditation by leaving a review or by emailing yourwords@mindful.org.

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In this episode, I'm talking about the incredible power of connection and why our nervous systems were never meant to handle life's challenges alone. I share the concept of "tend and befriend," the healing gift of co-regulation, and why the people who laugh, cry, and show up for us are some of our greatest sources of strength. If you've been feeling overwhelmed or isolated, this episode is a reminder that connection is medicine.

Living on purpose is less about what you do and more about who you're being.In Part 1 of this series, we explored what purpose really is and why it's not something you have to chase or discover outside yourself.In this episode, we're taking the next step.We're exploring how living on purpose is about consciously, intentionally creating a life that reflects who you truly are.The beautiful thing is that living on purpose is available to you today, regardless of your circumstances.When you learn to know, love, and trust yourself, your decisions become clearer. Your values become your compass. You stop reacting to life and begin intentionally creating a life that feels deeply aligned, joyful, and soul-honouring.In this episode, you'll discover:✨ The important difference between living with purpose and living on purpose—and why both matter.✨ Why purpose isn't primarily about what you do, but about who you're becoming.✨ How to use purpose as a practical tool to guide your choices through both ordinary seasons and difficult transitions.✨ Six simple ways to begin living more intentionally by befriending yourself and honouring your True Self.✨ The subtle signs that you've drifted away from yourself—including chronic stress, urgency, comparison, and the inability to truly rest.✨ Why your deepest gifts energize you instead of depleting you—and how that's different from simply being good at something.Living on purpose doesn't require a dramatic life overhaul.It begins with small, intentional choices that honour your values, your gifts, and the person you're becoming.Because purpose isn't something you eventually arrive at. It's something you practice, one choice at a time.ResourcesCore Values Workshop: https://www.alifeinprogress.ca/core-values-workshop/The Life Visioning Course: https://www.alifeinprogress.ca/life-visioning-course/Connect with Krista:Instagram: @a_life_in_progressFacebook: @alifeinprogressca and @rebrandingmiddleageYouTube: @ALifeinProgressWebsite: alifeinprogress.ca

When it's extremely difficult to make up your mind.  Having the power of choice can actually weaken someone.  On this episode we're going to put focus on making the choice to befriend your children.  Is it a positive decision?  Plus…are we choosing to overuse the words that and but? I'm Arroe.  Life is a series of choices.  Who decides when you're not making it the right choice?  Is it the fear of going wrong?  The greatest lessons in life are often lost inside hidden away attempts and concepts.  It's time to reopen your heart. Having a choice is a daily gift.  On this highway we learn to trust mirages… What is the choice?  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

When it's extremely difficult to make up your mind.  Having the power of choice can actually weaken someone.  On this episode we're going to put focus on making the choice to befriend your children.  Is it a positive decision?  Plus…are we choosing to overuse the words that and but? I'm Arroe.  Life is a series of choices.  Who decides when you're not making it the right choice?  Is it the fear of going wrong?  The greatest lessons in life are often lost inside hidden away attempts and concepts.  It's time to reopen your heart. Having a choice is a daily gift.  On this highway we learn to trust mirages… What is the choice?  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

NEW! Little Big Affirmations Deck for Kids: Check it out.     Click here to Shop Affirmation Decks, Oracle Decks, and more! Use Promo code: RCPODCAST20 for 20% off your first order!   Today's Power Affirmation: I am only available for kick-ass things that make me feel serene.   Today's Oracle of Motivation: Reserve your time and energy for projects, people, and experiences that excite, support, and fuel your growth. Make yourself unavailable for anything that makes you feel like poo. Rather than folding into the conformity majority, be a little more selfish and demand the unique life you truly deserve. Be relentless in your truth. Stop caring about what everyone else wants you to care about. Ignore toxic people who aren't in line with your vision. Befriend, study, and help people who are. Create habits and environments that help strengthen your mind and allow you to thrive. From now on, you are only available for kick-ass things that make you feel serene. Capiche?   Designed to Motivate Your Creative Maniac Mind The 60-Second Power Affirmations Podcast is designed to help you focus, affirm your visions, and harness the power within your creative maniac mind! Join us every Monday and Thursday for a new 60-second power affirmation followed by a blast of oracle motivation from the Universe (+ a quick breathing meditation). It's time to take off your procrastination diaper and share your musings with the world!   For more musings, visit RageCreate.com     Leave a Review & Share! Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts! Click this link: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Hit “Listen on Apple Podcasts” on the left-hand side under the picture. Scroll down under “Ratings & Reviews” & click “Write A Review” Leave an honest review. You're awesome!  

Today's bull market just keeps building with stock indexes reaching record highs, AI buildout booming, and blockbuster IPOs smashing records.  It's giving the ‘90s… and we know how that ended. On this episode of The Important Part: Investing with Liz Thomas, Dan Greenhaus, Chief Strategist at Solus Alternative Asset Management, takes us back in time to understand the years of build up before the Dot-Com crash and what we can learn from that history today.  Dan also shares his perspective on the unbridled enthusiasm in the market, how the explosion of AI is similar to and different from the Dot-Com era, and the potential opportunities lost when investors assume a burst is coming.  No one will ring a bell at the top, so how do you befriend the bubble? This episode is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Subscribe to The Important Part for smarter conversations about markets, investing and the forces shaping your financial future. For more, read Liz's column every Thursday at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠On The Money⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by SoFi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and follow Liz on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LizThomasStrat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Additional resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠On The Money⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: Sign up for SoFi's newsletter for intel, insights, and inspo to help you get your money right. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Investing 101 Center⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: At SoFi, we believe investing is for everyone — which is why we've created a hub with info for beginners and experts alike. Start exploring to get investment education, advice, resources, and more. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wealth Investing Guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: Information you need to know to make your money work harder for you. This podcast should be used for informational purposes only and not deemed as a recommendation. Our Automated investing is via SoFi Wealth LLC, and is a registered investment advisor. Our Active investing is via SoFi securities LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. For additional disclosures related to the SoFi Invest® platforms, please visit www.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SoFi.com/Legal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ©2026 Social Finance, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Have you ever felt like you know exactly what you need to do... but you just can't seem to move forward? Maybe you've tried changing your mindset, finding more motivation or becoming more disciplined, yet you keep falling back into the same patterns. What if you're not actually stuck? What if your nervous system is simply trying to protect you? In this episode, I explore why feeling stuck is often less about a lack of motivation and more about the protective responses that have been keeping you safe for years. Together we'll look at why anxiety, overthinking, procrastination, people-pleasing and control aren't personality flaws—they're intelligent protective strategies. I also share why I believe the deepest pain of feeling stuck isn't that you're standing still. It's that parts of who you truly are are no longer being expressed. In this episode you'll discover: Why mindset alone often isn't enough to create lasting change. How your nervous system influences your ability to move forward. The link between protective parts and feeling stuck. Why authentic self-expression is the opposite of stuckness. A simple three-step practice: State. Befriend. Express. Journal Reflection When do I feel most like myself? What gets in the way of that expression? What is one small way I can express more of who I am this week? Join Me Live If this episode resonates with you, I'd love to invite you to my free online workshop: The Real Reason You Feel Stuck, Reactive & At Capacity Together we'll explore why your patterns keep repeating, what's really happening in your nervous system, and how to begin building the capacity to respond differently. Register here: https://www.simonedenny.me/realreason Connect With Simone: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, or share it with someone who might need to hear this today. facebook.com/simonedennycoaching instagram.com/simonedennycoaching simone@simonedenny.me www.simonedenny.me

What's possible when your sexuality belongs to you first? In this episode, I address a common question for those who are single, divorced, or in a sexless marriage: can you still befriend your sexuality? Many people are taught that sexual energy only belongs in a relationship, which creates confusion, shame, and reliance on others for regulation. I explain why outsourcing your sexual relationship to a partner or marriage doesn't resolve underlying issues and often leads to dependency or resentment. Befriending your own sexuality allows you to reclaim this energy, experience aliveness, and bring vitality and presence into all areas of your life. You'll hear why this process is about returning to yourself, not self-abandonment. You'll learn why sexuality is yours to steward, how shame and distorted beliefs limit your vitality, and how curiosity and intentional practices help you integrate sexual energy safely and meaningfully. You'll also learn about a 12-week live program that guides you to apply these principles and explore what's possible when you befriend your sexuality. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://centerforovercoming.com/post/single-divorced-befriend-sexuality Sign up for the Befriend Your Sexuality program here: https://centerforovercoming.com/workwithme

In ungezwungenem Umfeld neue Menschen kennenlernen - und diese Erfahrung für möglichst viele Menschen möglich machen. Was mit einer losen Idee begann, wurde für Stephanie Rettenegger schnell zum Erfolg. Die 27-Jährige betreibt die Plattform „Befriend“. Die hält was sie verspricht: Bei gemeinsamen Unternehmungen sollen aus Fremden Freunde werden. Warum das im Erwachsenenalter oft schwieriger wird, wie ein klassisches Treffen abläuft und welche Funktionen die neue Befriend-App bietet, darüber spricht Gründerin Stephanie Rettenegger in einer neuen Folge des SN-Podcasts „Die Gefragte Frau“. 

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What's possible when you stop running from your sexual urges? In the third episode of this series on befriending your sexuality, I explore how shame and avoidance create conflict around sexual energy and why learning to work with your sexuality instead of against it is key. When we honor our natural impulses and separate physiology from morality, we open the door to experiencing ourselves more fully and living more vibrantly. I share why healing shame-based operating systems inside yourself is vital. When each part of you is respected and valued, you can reduce internal conflict, stop feeling trapped by guilt, and start engaging with your sexuality in a way that feels safe and life-giving. This process impacts not just your sexual self, but also your sense of worth, your relationships, and the energy you bring to other areas of life. You'll learn why shame distorts your experience, how understanding physiology versus morality changes your perspective, and how curiosity and intentional practices allow you to experience what's possible when you befriend your sexuality. I also introduce a 12-week live program that guides you step by step to explore these principles and deepen this work. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://centerforovercoming.com/post/whats-possible-befriend-your-sexualityMentioned in this episode:FREE TRAINING on June 24: Everything You Were Taught About Quitting Porn Kept You TrappedEverything You Were Taught About Quitting Porn Kept You Trapped - Once you see why, you can finally break the cycle and feel free again. Free Live Q&A with Sara Brewer. When: June 24th, 2026 – 6:00pm MDT Register here: https://overcome-pornography-for-good.captivate.fm/liveclassGrab your spot for this live class here!

Around the age of 33-34 I went through a significant life shift. Maybe you can look back and witness a big shift around the same time of your life.I started waking up to my old unconscious patterns and seeing that I had power of choice in ways that did not occur to me before that.In my Old Self - New Self - True Self Framework, I was in my Old Self Identity but around 34/35 shifted into the growth phase that prepared me to transition into New Self Identity.In this episode, I share 5 things I learned about myself that radically changed my life for the better. And I invite you to look back and see if you can recall a handful of your own experiences or things you learned that changed your relationship with yourself and how you viewed life.ResourcesDoors open tomorrow to the Brave + Beautiful Community! For 3 days only, June 23, 24, 25, as a new member you'll receive additional savings when you sign up for 6 months, 12 months, or on a monthly payment plan. Learn more or join the community: https://www.alifeinprogress.ca/community/Seasonal Mindfulness Journals: take a lookGet to Know Yourself In Midlife Workshop: register for free

What if the way you've been approaching your sexuality has been keeping you stuck? In this second episode of a three-part series on befriending your sexuality, I explain why most strategies fail and how a shame-based internal operating system filters your experiences, preventing meaningful change. I share why treating sexual urges like something to eliminate or control keeps you trapped, and how recognizing and working with your sexuality instead of against it is essential. We explore the difference between shame and guilt, why a worthy-based operating system transforms how you show up in life, and how understanding these dynamics can change your relationship with yourself and others. You'll learn why a shame-based operating system keeps you striving without satisfaction, how guilt and shame affect your choices and behaviors, and how a new live program can guide you to apply these principles step by step to build a healthier, more empowered relationship with your sexuality. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://centerforovercoming.com/post/thing-required-befriend-your-sexualityMentioned in this episode:FREE TRAINING on June 24: Everything You Were Taught About Quitting Porn Kept You TrappedEverything You Were Taught About Quitting Porn Kept You Trapped - Once you see why, you can finally break the cycle and feel free again. Free Live Q&A with Sara Brewer. When: June 24th, 2026 – 6:00pm MDT Register here: https://overcome-pornography-for-good.captivate.fm/liveclassGrab your spot for this live class here!

Welcome to the Addicted Mind Podcast. Today, we are delighted to bring you the wisdom and expertise of Dr. Adina Silvestri, EdD, LPC as she talks about her research on women seeking addiction treatment.Dr. Adina Silvestri is a licensed Professional Counselor in Richmond, Virginia and the founder of Life Cycles Counseling. One of her specialties is helping women that are struggling with substance abuse recover from shame to find hope and healing.In this podcast, she discussed how it is important to support women with a relational focused treatment approach as opposed to using a confrontational style. She uses the adage, “tend and befriend” when beginning substance abuse treatment for women as she has determined that style helps women decrease the stress hormone cortisol.She also discusses how it is difficult for many women to get support because they are often the primary caregivers for children. The complicated issues around finding child care to allow women to participate in substance abuse treatment add to this difficulty. Often women leave treatment early because of child care issues. This creates a consistent problem with women trying to build a recovery support network.Dr. Silvestri reports that often women are not supported by their partners when seeking help. She reports that it is common for women to be introduced to addictive substances by their partner. She states that getting treatment can often cause relationships to break down as one person seeks recovery and the other does not. This results in circumstances in which partner does not support treatment.She also found in her research that women often put off seeking treatment for approximately four years, adding to the compounding difficulty of getting recovery. Dr. Silvestri encourages all women who are struggling with this issue to reach out for help and tell somebody.Here are some topics discussed in this episode:Barriers to treatment such as child care and pregnancy.Fear of losing custody of their children.A lack of insurance and employment.How women may present differently when starting treatment.The role of shame and cultural stereotypes.The importance of relational treatment when working with women in an addiction treatment program.Domestic abuse and violence.The increased potential for sexual exploitation.Get more information:adinasilvestri.comadina@adinasilvestri.comFollow and Review: We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.Supporting Resources:If you live in California and are looking for counseling or therapy please check out Novus Mindful Life Counseling and Recovery CenterNovusMindfulLife.comWe want to hear from you. Leave us a message or ask us a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/addictedmindDisclaimerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When in fear, don't blame—or complain. Look within and observe your fear. Befriend it and work with it to release it. Meditation and journaling will help you here. As you process through the fear, it will dissolve. Leaving you greater. Forever. In this way, all the uncertainty of this era becomes a tool for your rise.My latest book “The Wealth Money Can't Buy” is full of fresh ideas and original tools that I'm absolutely certain will cause quantum leaps in your positivity, productivity, wellness, and happiness. You can order it now by clicking here.FOLLOW ROBIN SHARMA:InstagramFacebookYouTube

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The second of seven director interviews Wilson conducted at this year's Hong Kong International Film Festival is with the thoughtful, patient Ildikó Enyedi, director of the equally thoughtful and patient Silent Friend. Wilson connects with the Hungarian director over her pensive approach to the natural world, the special place that HKIFF holds in her experience as a filmmaker, and her admiration of star Tony Leung… whose interview with Wilson is also at the end of this episode!Befriend a tree in our  FREE patreon, discord server, and our socials @ www.deepcutpod.com Timestamps:00:00 - Intro03:03 - Enyedi interview04:16 - Working with Tony Leung06:15 - Enyedi's relationship with trees07:32 - Academia and science09:36 - Intercutting timelines12:25 - Dreams, psychedelics, ecology15:02 - Production process17:08 - Casting a tree19:41 - Other Enyedi films21:34 - Further explorations23:13 - Enyedi's Deep Cut25:48 - Tony Leung Interview28:13 - Outro

After years of personal healing and practice, I started to notice 4 key recurring themes or practices that were driving my healing and growth.So, over the past 11 years, I've woven these into my work with other midlife women, watching, testing, and iterating. And I observed that these principles and practices were key in supporting positive transformation or growth for them as well.You can begin to use what you learn here, in this episode, and in the free resource, to foster healthy change in your relationship with yourself and in your life, starting today.

Why do the habits and reactions you most want to change often feel so difficult to shift? In this episode, I wrap up the Internal Family Systems (IFS) series by exploring how to move beyond simply noticing your inner parts and begin building a more intentional relationship with them. Understanding your parts is important, but real transformation happens when you start to work with them rather than against them.           You'll learn why trying to silence, banish, or overpower difficult parts of yourself often backfires, and why befriending them can create deeper and more sustainable change. You'll also discover practical ways to start connecting with your parts through reflection, inquiry, and supportive internal dialogue. By learning what your parts fear, need, and protect, you can begin leading your internal system more effectively and create meaningful shifts in how you think, feel, and behave.                  Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/222           Join the Habits on Purpose newsletter for extra tools, prompts, and stories between episodes: https://habitsonpurpose.com/

TODAY'S TREASUREThe friendship of the Lord is for those who fear Him, and He makes known to them His covenant.Psalm 25:14Send us a comment!Support the show

You have a deep, complicated relationship with anger. You were fueled by rage at a young age, but never had the appropriate resources in your life to learn what to do with it.This week, I'm teaching you why you shouldn't be angry that you're angry. Anger is a friend, a teacher, and an energetic resource for alchemy. Watch on YouTubeSomatic practices to release your rageSelf-worth coaching sessionsThe Self-Worth Blueprint for Black Sheep & Cycle BreakersEmail me (roshni@blacksheepexperience) to inquire about sliding scale offerings for sessions & other inquiries

Click here to Shop Affirmation Decks, Oracle Decks, and more! Use Promo code: RCPODCAST20 for 20% off your first order!   Today's Power Affirmation: I am only available for kick-ass things that make me feel serene.   Today's Oracle of Motivation: Reserve your time and energy for projects, people, and experiences that excite, support, and fuel your growth. Make yourself unavailable for anything that makes you feel like poo. Rather than folding into the conformity majority, be a little more selfish and demand the unique life you truly deserve. Be relentless in your truth. Stop caring about what everyone else wants you to care about. Ignore toxic people who aren't in line with your vision. Befriend, study, and help people who are. Create habits and environments that help strengthen your mind and allow you to thrive. From now on, you are only available for kick-ass things that make you feel serene. Capiche?   Designed to Motivate Your Creative Maniac Mind The 60-Second Power Affirmations Podcast is designed to help you focus, affirm your visions, and harness the power within your creative maniac mind! Join us every Monday and Thursday for a new 60-second power affirmation followed by a blast of oracle motivation from the Universe (+ a quick breathing meditation). It's time to take off your procrastination diaper and share your musings with the world!   For more musings, visit RageCreate.com     Leave a Review & Share! Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts! Click this link: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Hit “Listen on Apple Podcasts” on the left-hand side under the picture. Scroll down under “Ratings & Reviews” & click “Write A Review” Leave an honest review. You're awesome!  

"Leave everything undefined, including yourself. Befriend uncertainty. Fall in love with mystery. Kneel at the altar of Not Knowing. Give your questions time to breathe. And the answers will find you." Jeff Foster Befriending Uncertainty: Learning to Live in the "Not Yet" Living Compass Spirituality and Wellness Podcast About This Episode This episode is a follow-up to last week's reflection on the Quaker wisdom phrase "Way Will Open." If we're going to trust that way will open, what do we do in the meantime? How do we learn not just to live with uncertainty, but to actually befriend it? Scott explores this question through the lens of both Christian and Buddhist wisdom, and through the surprising insight that befriending uncertainty works much the same way as being a good, patient friend. In This Episode The Jeff Foster quote that anchors this reflection: "Leave everything undefined, including yourself. Befriend uncertainty. Fall in love with mystery. Kneel at the altar of not knowing. Give your questions time to breathe. And the answers will find you." The Christian tradition of actively waiting on the Spirit — not passive, but attentive and expectant How the way we hold space for an anxious friend is the same posture we need with our own uncertainty The Buddhist practice of beginner's mind — approaching even familiar situations as if for the first time Scott's experience as a therapist: "I've never heard this story before" The compass as a tool for reorientation — not a guarantee, but a way back to true north A Practice to Carry With You This week, try approaching one conversation, one relationship, or one unresolved situation with beginner's mind. Set aside what you think you already know, and simply listen — to the other person, or to your own heart — as if you're hearing it for the first time. We don't so much find the answers as we make space for the answers to find us. Resources

Why do you still miss someone who hurt you? If you've experienced covert narcissistic abuse, this question can feel confusing, frustrating, and even shameful. You can see the manipulation, the gaslighting, and the emotional abuse clearly—so why does part of you still feel pulled back? In this episode, we explore why healing from covert narcissistic abuse feels so confusing and what's actually happening inside of you. Using the Internal Family Systems (IFS) framework, you'll learn how different “parts” of you—like the ones that miss them, doubt yourself, or crave relief—are not a sign that something is wrong, but a form of internal communication. I'll walk you step-by-step through the 6 F's of IFS (Find, Focus, Flesh, Feel, Befriend, Fear) so you can begin to understand your internal world with more clarity, compassion, and confidence. If you've ever thought: “Why do I still miss them?” “Why do I feel pulled back even though I know the truth?” “Why is healing from narcissistic abuse so confusing?” This episode will help you make sense of the war inside you—and begin to find peace. Visit www.covertnarcissism.com for more resources.   DISCLAIMER: THE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY RENEE SWANSON, COVERT NARCISSISM PODCAST, AND CNG LIFE COACHING IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DIAGNOSIS PURPOSES AND NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR CLINICAL CARE. PLEASE CONSULT A HEALTH CARE PROVIDER FOR GUIDANCE SPECIFIC TO YOUR CASE. THIS MATERIAL DISCUSSES NARCISSISM IN GENERAL. RENEE SHARES STORIES FROM HER PERSONAL EXPERIENCES AS WELL AS FROM THOSE SHE HAS TALKED WITH FOR SEVERAL YEARS. HER MATERIAL DOES NOT CLAIM THAT ANY SPECIFIC PERSON HAS NARCISSISM AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO REFER TO ANY SPECIFIC PERSON AS HAVING NARCISSISM. PERMISSION IS NOT GRANTED TO LINK TO OR REPOST THIS MATERIAL TO SUPPORT AN ALLEGATION OR SUPPORT A CLAIM THAT ANY SPECIFIC PERSON IS A NARCISSIST. THAT WOULD BE AN UNAUTHORIZED MISUSE OF THE MATERIAL AND INFORMATION PROVIDED. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we dive into the science of sisterhood and why intentional connection is a biological necessity. Learn how to trade cortisol for community by leaning into the tend-and-befriend response.Resources:Tend-and-befriend Theory by Shelley Taylor at UCLAWe are so grateful for your support! Please share this podcast with someone who needs it and leave us review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/positive-on-purpose/id1531548022

The wound between women is not just interpersonal. It is neurobiological, historical, and deeply rooted in systems that were designed to divide us. In this episode, Jennifer Wallace and Elisabeth Kristof are joined by Dr. Lovey Bradley, Msc.D., NSI certified practitioner, BrainBased facilitator, and facilitator of the NSI BIPOC Affinity Group, whose work sits at the intersection of female hormone health, nervous system regulation, and somatic approaches to trauma. Together, they go deep on one of the most underexplored dimensions of collective healing: the feminine wound, and specifically the racial fracture at its root. Lovey shares her own experience of dissociation in a predominantly white healing space during her NCAI certification, and what that revealed about epigenetic nervous system patterns that have nothing to do with individual will and everything to do with what our bodies have inherited and learned to expect. Jennifer and Elisabeth reflect honestly on their own experiences, including what it takes for white bodied women to pause, stop fixing, and actually listen without collapsing into shame or urgency. The conversation also traces the science behind why relational stress hits the female nervous system so hard, why oxytocin can amplify threat as much as it buffers it when relationships are unsafe, and how chronic cortisol dysregulation suppresses progesterone and drives the health outcomes so many women are navigating. Topic Include: Why the feminine wound cannot be fully healed without naming its racial roots How the nervous system adapts to chronic relational threat in female coded spaces What social baseline theory tells us about why disconnection between women is a physiological load, not just an emotional one How early experiences of exclusion, relational aggression, and peer victimization become nervous system prediction patterns in adulthood Why oxytocin amplifies relational stress when social environments are unsafe How high cortisol suppresses progesterone and drives inflammation, infertility, and hormonal dysregulation What it looks like for white bodied women to stay present without defaulting to shame, urgency, or over-repair Why healing within cultures must precede healing across them What a real path forward looks like, starting at the individual level Chapters 0:00 - Why Racial Trauma Is the Root We Are Not Talking About 1:05 - Welcome: The Feminine Wound Through a Nervous System Lens 3:48 - Introducing Dr. Lovey Bradley and Why This Conversation Matters 7:00 - How the Sister Wound Shows Up in Friendships, Workplaces, and Healing Spaces 10:21 - Dr. Lovey's Personal Story: Dissociating in a Predominantly White Healing Space 17:11 - Social Baseline Theory and the Neurobiology of Relational Disconnection 24:54 - The Historical Root: White Women, Racial Hierarchy, and the Fractured Sisterhood 27:26 - What It Takes for White Bodied Women to Listen Without Collapsing 34:14 - Colorism, Division Within Cultures, and Where Trust Has to Begin 43:08 - Early Developmental Roots: How Relational Threat Shapes the Nervous System 46:52 - Oxytocin, Cortisol, Progesterone, and the Female Hormone Connection 49:56 - A Path Forward: Building Trust One Relationship at a Time Ways to Engage with Neurosomatics: Neurosomatic Intelligence is now enrolling : https://neurosomaticintelligence.com/nsi-certification Join us for a two week trial of neurosomatic practices at rewiretrial.com Free BrainBased neurosomatic workshop for entrepreneurs at rewirecapacity.com Sacred Synapse: an educational YouTube channel founded by Jennifer Wallace that explores nervous system regulation, applied neuroscience, consciousness, and psychedelic preparation and integration through Neurosomatic Intelligence.  Wayfinder Journal: Track nervous system patterns and support preparation and integration through Neurosomatic Intelligence. Learn to work with Boundaries at the level of the body and nervous system at https://www.boundaryrewire.com   Resources that inform this episode: Coan, James A., Hillary S. Schaefer, and Richard J. Davidson. "Lending a Hand: Social Regulation of the Neural Response to Threat." Psychological Science, vol. 17, no. 12, 2006, pp. 1032–1039. Crick, Nicki R., and Jennifer K. Grotpeter. "Relational Aggression, Gender, and Social-Psychological Adjustment." Child Development, vol. 66, no. 3, 1995, pp. 710–722. Holt-Lunstad, Julianne, Timothy B. Smith, and J. Bradley Layton. "Social Relationships and Mortality Risk: A Meta-Analytic Review." PLOS Medicine, vol. 7, no. 7, 2010, e1000316. Miller, Jean Baker. Toward a New Psychology of Women. Beacon Press, 1976. Wellesley Centers for Women ed., 2012. Prinstein, Mitchell J., et al. "Peer Victimization, Friendship, and the Stress Response." Development and Psychopathology, vol. 17, no. 4, 2005, pp. 1017–1038. Rimé, Bernard. "Emotion Elicits the Social Sharing of Emotion: Theory and Empirical Review." Emotion Review, vol. 1, no. 1, 2009, pp. 60–85. Shamay-Tsoory, Simone G., and Ahmad Abu-Akel. "The Social Salience Hypothesis of Oxytocin." Biological Psychiatry, vol. 79, no. 3, 2016, pp. 194–202. Taylor, Shelley E., et al. "Biobehavioral Responses to Stress in Females: Tend-and-Befriend, Not Fight-or-Flight." Psychological Review, vol. 107, no. 3, 2000, pp. 411–429. Taylor, Shelley E. "Tend and Befriend: Biobehavioral Bases of Affiliation under Stress." Current Directions in Psychological Science, vol. 15, no. 6, 2006, pp. 273–277. Tedeschi, Richard G., and Lawrence G. Calhoun. "Posttraumatic Growth: Conceptual Foundations and Empirical Evidence." Psychological Inquiry, vol. 15, no. 1, 2004, pp. 1–18. Uchino, Bert N. "Social Support and Health: A Review of Physiological Processes Potentially Underlying Links to Disease Outcomes." Journal of Behavioral Medicine, vol. 29, no. 4, 2006, pp. 377–387. Disclaimer: Trauma Rewired podcast is intended to educate and inform but does not constitute medical, psychological or other professional advice or services. Always consult a qualified medical professional about your specific circumstances before making any decisions based on what you hear. We share our experiences, explore trauma, physical reactions, mental health and disease. If you become distressed by our content, please stop listening and seek professional support when needed. Do not continue to listen if the conversations are having a negative impact on your health and well-being. If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, or in mental health crisis and you are in the United States you can 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. If someone's life is in danger, immediately call 911. We do our best to stay current in research, but older episodes are always available. We don't warrant or guarantee that this podcast contains complete, accurate or up-to-date information. It's very important to talk to a medical professional about your individual needs, as we aren't responsible for any actions you take based on the information you hear in this podcast. We invite guests onto the podcast. Please note that we don't verify the accuracy of their statements. Our organization does not endorse third-party content and the views of our guests do not necessarily represent the views of our organization. We talk about general neuro-science and nervous system health, but you are unique. These are conversations for a wide audience. They are general recommendations and you are always advised to seek personal care for your unique outputs, trauma and needs. We are not doctors or licensed medical professionals. We are certified neuro-somatic practitioners and nervous system health/embodiment coaches. We are not your doctor or medical professional and do not know you and your unique nervous system. This podcast is not a replacement for working with a professional. The BrainBased.com site and RewireTrial.com is a membership site for general nervous system health, somatic processing and stress processing. It is not a substitute for medical care or the appropriate solution for anyone in mental health crisis. Any examples mentioned in this podcast are for illustration purposes only. If they are based on real events, names have been changed to protect the identities of those involved. We've done our best to ensure our podcast respects the intellectual property rights of others, however if you have an issue with our content, please let us know by emailing us at traumarewired@gmail.com. All rights in our content are reserved.  

Anger is often seen as something to avoid or suppress, but what if I told you it's actually an emotion that can offer valuable insights? In this episode, we'll explore how to rethink your relationship with anger and use it as a powerful tool for growth and clarity.      For many of us, anger is tied to shame or the belief that it's an emotion we should hide. However, when we embrace anger as a signal rather than a problem, it can alert us to boundary breaches, compromised values, or injustices. I'll explain how shifting your perspective on anger can transform your emotional landscape and help you make decisions aligned with your core values.             Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/213       Join the Habits on Purpose newsletter for extra tools, prompts, and stories between episodes: https://habitsonpurpose.com/

Young people are increasingly using AI companions. They can be useful, up to a point. AI companions are designed to keep young people engaged. We’ll talk about the risks and benefits with UW professors and co-directors of the Center for Digital Youth Dr. Katie Davis and Dr. Alexis Hiniker. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Lead On Podcast, Jeff Iorg, president of the SBC Executive Committee, gets real about a common ministry trap: being surrounded only by Christians. He challenges you to break out of the church bubble and build genuine, ongoing relationships with unbelievers.

A 4-year-old little girl waiting for a heart at the Cleveland Clinic started flashing lights and writing signs to constructions workers across the way, and they started writing back! FULL STORY: https://www.wdjx.com/construction-workers-connect-with-little-patient-in-the-hospital/

In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Dr. K'dee Crews explore how to make friends with your emotions—showing why all feelings, even anxiety, anger, and sadness, have a purpose. They reveal how emotions communicate and motivate, how thoughts fuel them, and how a simple two-question tool can turn emotions into powerful allies for mental health.—

What if the secret to thriving isn't fixing your brain but befriending it? Neuroscientist Rachel Barr shares powerful insights on how curiosity, compassion, and small daily shifts can unlock calm, clarity, and confidence. Discover why pushing harder keeps you stuck and what actually helps your brain work for you. Tune in to learn how to make your brain your greatest ally starting today.What to expect in this episode:Why "try harder" sets your brain up for failure and how the right environment can set it up for success.How befriending your brain can transform how you live and learnThe power of compassion to silence pressure and perfectionismWhy small, meaningful actions matter more than big life overhaulsWhat happens when we protect curiosity instead of forcing kids to fit the moldAbout Dr. Rachel BarRachel Barr is a neuroscientist, science communicator, and author with over a million followers across social media. She holds a master's in molecular neuroscience and is completing her PhD on memory formation during sleep. Passionate about demystifying brain science, Rachel creates engaging content that bridges academic research with everyday life, empowering audiences to make informed choices about mental health. Her playful storytelling makes neuroscience accessible and entertaining, establishing her as a standout voice in science communication. Rachel's first book, How to Make Your Brain Your Best Friend (DK), has recently been published in the UK and US. Connect with Dr. RachelBook: How to Make Your Brain Your Best Friend | HardcoverInstagram: @drrachelbarrTikTok: DrRachelBarr Related Links: EP203: The Power of Good Enough: Progress Over Perfection https://impactparents.com/the-power-of-good-enough-progress-over-perfectionEP206: Neurodiversity is not a Character Flaw: How to be a Brain Friend https://impactparents.com/ep206-neurodiversity-is-not-a-character-flaw-how-to-be-a-brain-friendEP212: Beyond the Label: How to Help Your Child Flourish Using Brain Science https://impactparents.com/beyond-the-label-how-to-help-your-child-flourish-using-brain-science Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/podcastgift Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparentsSponsors "Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD InterventionDo you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com

So many of us have tried to “fix” our inner dialogue by replacing thoughts or forcing ourselves to be more positive. But when the inner voice is critical or relentless, it's usually because something inside is hurting or under strain. The words are just the part we hear … but the tone and feeling state come from much deeper places within. In this episode of Somatic Healing Meditations, I guide you through a gentle somatic meditation that helps you turn toward the feelings underneath your inner dialogue. You'll be invited to bring compassionate awareness to the sensations and emotions in your body, and to begin meeting the parts within that need support and understanding. When these deeper feelings are seen and cared for, the inner world often begins to soften on its own. Your inner voice changes when your inner world is cared for. If you're ready for your inner dialogue to feel a little less harsh and a little more supportive, come listen now. In this episode Befriend your inner voice instead of fighting it Somatic Meditation to Soften Your Inner Dialogue Read more about the somatic approach to quieting your inner voice Related: More Somatic Emotional Processing Meditations Ready to find your center, quiet your mind, and step off the roller coaster of stress and overwhelm? You're invited to join me in Somatic Healing Hub! SHH is a beautiful, deeply supportive online community filled with the structure, support, and somatic practices to help you actually feel better in your body - and create real change in your life. Inside, you'll get ad-free access to the Somatic Healing Meditations podcast! Each week, I guide multiple live somatic healing classes - calming, grounded practices to regulate your nervous system and reconnect with your inner world. There's also monthly group coaching with me, heart-centered workshops, and an extensive library of powerful body-based resources to support your healing journey. Your nervous system. Your emotions. Your healing — lovingly supported. Learn more and enroll now! Connect with Karena: @helloinnerlight on Instagram, and YouTube Find ALL of the amazing Somatic Healing Meditations here Submit a question for the podcast: Your Healing, Your Questions Free mini-course: The Feel it to Heal it Mini-Course Get AD-FREE access to this podcast, plus live classes, workshops, and group coaching in Somatic Healing Hub Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a textI'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (https://www.musicmotivation.com/) and the creator of the Cool Songs Series (https://www.musicmotivation.com/coolsongs) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/pdf/series). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: https://www.musicmotivation.com/pianolessons.In this episode, 050 - "Look to The Light and Listen to The Music Within" - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: Introducing The Musical Realm2. Positive Perceptions: Look to The Light and Listen to The Music Within3. Motivation in a Minute - Inspirational Quotes from my book The Musical Realm by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "I Believe God Has a Plan for Me" by Jerald Simon (the single is available on all streaming sites).5. Poetry that Motivates - "Befriend the Failure You Fear" (page 11) from my book "Poetry that Motivates." featuring motivational and inspirational poems I have written. My other poetry book is "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) As a music educator, I have written 30 music books featuring original music I have composed.  Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, https://www.musicmotivation.com/. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along withSupport the showConnect with Jerald Simon:CLICK HERE to Connect with Jerald Simon on his website.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonListen to Jerald's music on all streaming sites.Brief bio for Jerald SimonMy name is Jerald Simon. First and foremost, I am a husband to my beautiful wife, Zanny (her name is Suzanne - but anyone who knows her calls her Zanny), and a father to my three wonderful children, Summer, Preston, and Matthew. They are wonderful and everything I do is for them. God and family always comes first in my life!This is my Purpose and Mission in life:“My purpose and mission in life is to motivate myself and others through my music and writing, to help others find their purpose and mission in life, and to teach values that encourage everyone everywhere to do and be their best.” – Jerald SimonYou can visit my Amazon storefront page to see which products I personally recommend (amazon.com/shop/jeraldsimon - this includes my own books and albums and other useful products musicians need to succeed).

RAVENS BEFRIEND DALLAS AND DISPLACE THE COCKATOOS Colleague Jeremy Zakis. Zakis updates the backyard wildlife saga, noting the arrival of intelligent Ravens that have befriended his dog, Dallas. Unlike the aggressive Cockatoos that damaged a neighbor's roof, the Ravens displayed strategic dominance by organizedly displacing the Cockatoos from a pine tree. Zakis describes the Ravens' "surgical" approach, using vocal harassment and gradual escalation rather than brute force to claim the territory. He observes that while the Cockatoos still lurk, the Ravens have established control. Additionally, he counts at least five Magpie families in the area, with several actively visiting his property to interact with Dallas.

Click here to Shop Affirmation Decks, Oracle Decks, and more! Use Promo code: RCPODCAST20 for 20% off your first order!   Today's Power Affirmation: I am only available for kick-ass things that make me feel serene.   Today's Oracle of Motivation: Reserve your time and energy for projects, people, and experiences that excite, support, and fuel your growth. Make yourself unavailable for anything that makes you feel like poo. Rather than folding into the conformity majority, be a little more selfish and demand the unique life you truly deserve. Be relentless in your truth. Stop caring about what everyone else wants you to care about. Ignore toxic people who aren't in line with your vision. Befriend, study, and help people who are. Create habits and environments that help strengthen your mind and allow you to thrive. From now on, you are only available for kick-ass things that make you feel serene. Capiche?   Designed to Motivate Your Creative Maniac Mind The 60-Second Power Affirmations Podcast is designed to help you focus, affirm your visions, and harness the power within your creative maniac mind! Join us every Monday and Thursday for a new 60-second power affirmation followed by a blast of oracle motivation from the Universe (+ a quick breathing meditation). It's time to take off your procrastination diaper and share your musings with the world!   For more musings, visit RageCreate.com     Leave a Review & Share! Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts! Click this link: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Hit “Listen on Apple Podcasts” on the left-hand side under the picture. Scroll down under “Ratings & Reviews” & click “Write A Review” Leave an honest review. You're awesome!  

Amidst an unstable, unpredictable economy, it's critical that your studio has its books in order. Of course, proactive financial strategies are smart business practices in any economic season. Fortify your financial backbone with budgets, expense cutting, retention boosting and scenario planning with Coach Matt Hanton and me in Episode 695: Your Economy-Proof Plan, Part 3. Befriend your budget: identify fixed and flexible expenses; know your numbers Cut the fluff: find and drop any expenses that don't make—or save—money Optimize everything: tighten schedules and make your space work harder  Keep them coming: dedicate money and time to nurturing and retaining members Map out contingencies: plan and prep for best, worst and realistic outcomes  Plus, maintain cash flow and cash reserves, invest wisely and protect your profits. Episode 695 helps you master and monitor your numbers to keep your studio stable and strong. Catch you there,   Lise   PS: Join 2,000+ studio owners who've decided to take control of their studio business and build their freedom empire. Subscribe HERE and join the party! www.studiogrow.co www.linkedin.com/company/studio-growco/  

Singing Facilitator, Fiona Maria, uses singing circles to help people reconnect with their voice... even when they're convinced they can't sing. Fiona leads singing circles that help people release previous voice shame, calm their nervous system, and experience the joy and belonging that come from singing with others.She teaches the songs by ear, so no musical background is needed. There's no sheet music. She never mentions soprano, alto, intervals, chords. For many, it's an unexpected tool that helps them feel more empowered when using their voice, both for singing and in other ways.  This episode explores:Why singing is one of the oldest tools for healing and connectionThe myth of tone-deafness and how most people can sing more accurately than they think  How singing activates 10 areas of the brainThe power of harmonizing with people you've just met and why it brings diverse people togetherFiona has been singing & performing professionally for over 20 years. She was part of a vocal/instrumental Latin duo, Caramba, for many years before she started holding singing Circles and workshops in workplace and community contexts. Contact Info:Fiona Maria - GuestFiona Maria (LinkedIn)Sing High, Sing Low (Instagram)Sing High, Sing Low (website)Julie Berman - Hostwww.womenwithcooljobs.com@womencooljobs (Instagram)Julie Berman (LinkedIn)Send Julie a text!!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I absolutely LOVE being the host and producer of "Women with Cool Jobs", where I interview women who have unique, trailblazing, and innovative careers. It has been such a blessing to share stories of incredible, inspiring women since I started in 2020. If you have benefitted from this work, or simply appreciate that I do it, please consider buying me a $5 coffee. ☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/julieberman Thank you so much for supporting me -- whether by sharing an episode with a friend, attending a LIVE WWCJ event in Phoenix, connecting with me on Instagram @womencooljobs or LinkedIn, sending me a note on my website (www.womenwithcooljobs.com), or by buying me a coffee! It all means so much.

Graham Christie and the Specter of Militarism: Colleague Charles Spicer profiles Graham Christie, a decorated WWI aviator and engineer whose background allowed him to befriend Hermann Göring, operating as an agent for Robert Vansittart, the anti-appeasement head of the Foreign Office, forming a "private detective agency" to gather intelligence; while the British protagonists continued to engage with the Nazis after the 1935 Nuremberg Rally and the shock of the Nuremberg Laws, they were privately appalled by the regime's antisemitism yet felt compelled to maintain contact to monitor German rearmament. 1933

Neil Ghosh: Do More Good Neil Ghosh is a seasoned executive whose expertise spans the nonprofit, government, philanthropic, and private sectors. With 30+ years of experience, he has successfully launched and scaled both nonprofit and for-profit ventures, building teams, business models, partnerships, and strategies to drive impact and support vulnerable populations in more than 50 countries. His book is Do More Good: Inspiring Lessons from Extraordinary People (Amazon, Bookshop)*. There are many differences in the world today, and those differences influence leaders just like everybody else. That's why Neil Ghosh has this invitation for us: “Never let age or ideology come between learning and growth.” In this conversation, Neil and I explore how we can lean in on great leadership through our common humanity. Key Points In anyone we know, we can always find one positive attribute that we can learn from. Never let age or ideology come between learning and growth. The Dalai Lama reminds us to offer compassion and kindness, regardless of whether the recipient is in need. Give back without expecting fanfare. Help people get what they want through peer mentoring. Use your platform to promote unity and to be an advocate for others. Befriend people who have different views. Join or start a book club that intentionally selects books from diverse viewpoints. Resources Mentioned Do More Good: Inspiring Lessons from Extraordinary People (Amazon, Bookshop)* by Neil Ghosh Interview Notes Download my interview notes in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Connect with People Better, with Charles Duhigg (episode 670) Turning Down the Temperature on Outrage, with Karthik Ramanna (episode 711) How to Bring Out the Best in People, with Donna Hicks (episode 724) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.