Podcasts about befriending

#297. “Turn your head and cough.” “Open wide and don't bite down." "Don't blink and don't move your head.” What makes you nervous about seeing medical professionals? Let us know that and also what YOU would have done in Kory's later-mentioned social situation. Also, there's an opportunity to unearth your darkest secrets via the LinkTree below. We want to hear what you would expect your future self to know about you for verification purposes. Kory shares a funny story of a rare opportunity with Bobby Lee, one of his favorite comedians. Did he say the right thing? Was he too creepy? Not creepy enough? Speaking of cringe, what do we think of the young folks and their new movie-going habits? Is it good for the industry? Is it more like “Not in MY theater!” in the vein of “Get off my lawn!?” We're also watching some interesting sports now that the blockbuster stuff is gone. UFC, The Masters, Formula 1, Hockey, and the like, with special mention of a beloved track-and-field athlete. Listen and enjoy! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

The fellas are back, continuing off the brain squirrel at the end of Friday. Johnsy tells of his crow befriending dreams and much more. Come see where the ADHD leads next!

On this Live Greatly podcast episode, Kristel Bauer sits down with Lara Heimann, the founder of LYT Method® which combines physiology, kinesiology, neurology, and functional movement.  Kristel and Lara discuss tips for optimal posture, some exercises to consider adding to your workday and your evening routine, and lots more.  Tune in now! Key Takeaways From This Episode: Exercises for optimal posture A look into why Lara created LYT Method® How to incorporate more movement into the workday The importance of micro-breaks How to use habit stacking Some exercise that may help with winding down in the evening  About Lara Heimann: The seeds of Lara's fascination with the brain-body connection were planted at the tender age of 18 as she laced up her running shoes for a marathon she had not trained for. Hitting the wall at mile 20, Lara learned that she could overcome physical fatigue with mental strength and powered herself across the finish line and into a lifelong quest to learn about the physical-mental relationship.  She went on to get a BA from Duke University in Biological Anthropology and Anatomy, an MS from Duke University in Physical Therapy, and a Neurodevelopmental Training Certification through Stanford University. In 1999, after several years of yoga practice and teaching, Lara took a 200-hour yoga teacher training and was shocked to learn that most yoga doesn't inform about body awareness and mechanics. In the years to follow, Lara created her LYT Method®, combining physiology, kinesiology, neurology, and functional movement patterns to yield a more cohesive philosophy. Connect with Lara Heimann: Link for the $5 for 5 weeks is https://lytyoga.uscreen.io/checkout/new?o=37439  and the code is MOVEBETTER Website: https://lytyoga.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lara-heimann-8a556b13/de  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lara.heimann/  https://www.instagram.com/lytyogamethod/  About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to “Live Greatly” while promoting leadership development and team building.   Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine and she has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC, and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co  Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co  LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

Today's episode is with Lynn Brinckmeyer. Lynn is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who's second career in her 70s, is about helping women in mid-career create and sustain change to design lives they love.In this episode, you will hear:Reimaging retirement: creating a business in music and career coaching.Designing a blueprint for your life.Deciding for your dream.Befriending your fear.Connect with Lynn at:https://brinckmeyer-enterprises.com/https://www.facebook.com/lynn.brinckmeyerConnect with Suzy:Women in the Middle® Entrepreneurs: Are you a 50+ woman business owner or entrepreneur who's dealing with navigating classic midlife issues that are affecting the way you run your business? We're looking to interview guests just like you from a wide variety of different businesses! Apply now: www.midlifeinterviews.com. LISTEN HERE for iTunes and HERE for Suzy's website.HAPPINESS BREAKTHROUGH COACHING SESSION: Imagine having a private 2-hour coaching call to get some solid clarity about what's holding you back and be confident about your next steps forward! Time for a breakthrough! Limited spots available. Book here.THE WOMEN IN THE MIDDLE® ACADEMY: The “Academy” is an exciting, life changing, 12-month, online group coaching program and community for midlife women. You will develop a roadmap to help you go from being unclear about what you want to be crystal clear about how to create a more fun, meaningful, and regret free next chapter! Head over to www.womeninthemiddleacademy.com and apply and book your free call. I can help you find what's missing so that you love your life after 50.WOMEN IN THE MIDDLE SHOP: https://suzyrosenstein.com/shop/BUY SUZY'S BOOK: 50 Ways to Celebrate Life After 50: Get Unstuck, Avoid Regrets, and Live Your Best Life: www.50waystocelebrate.com and Amazon and other online booksellers.Email your feedback: info@suzyrosenstein.comEnjoy the Show? Don't miss an episode; subscribe via iTunes, Spotify, and all the places you listen to your favorite podcasts, including Spotify.Leave us a review on iTunes.

On Being is back on April 16, with a special season tethered in the persistent beauty and courage of what it can mean to be human — six conversations Krista has had out in the world in recent months, followed by an experimental, seven-week reflection/action experience— Hope, Imagination, and Remaking the World — to undertake with others in your life. From singer-songwriter Bon Iver (Justin Vernon) to Mohawk elder Katsi Cook to writer Jason Reynolds. Illuminating our lives of love and our lives with the news and our lives of prayer. Befriending across generations and taking in the trauma of the other. All together, an offering towards the questions we're living on every place on the spectrum of our life together: How do we stand with calm and agency and accompaniment before the gravity of this time. How do we keep body and soul together as we do so? Sign yourself and others up for our mailing list and monthly newsletter, The Pause, to be the first to know when each new episode drops.______The Pause — a monthly Saturday morning companion to all things On Being, with heads-up on new episodes, special offerings, event invitations, recommendations, and reflections from Krista all year round. 

Anxiety isn't just in our minds—it shows up in our bodies, too. In today's episode, I'm getting real about my own experience with anxiety as I prepare for an upcoming dental procedure. My nervous system is on high alert, and instead of fighting it, I'm leaning in with self-compassion, movement, breathwork, and connection.Join me as I walk through simple, practical ways to regulate the nervous system, create a sense of safety, and befriend anxiety instead of resisting it. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by stress or worry, this episode is for you. Let's navigate the hard parts of being human—together.

"Every part of us, even the ones we've been taught to reject, holds the potential for growth and healing." – Mili Shoemaker   Aggression in the playroom is a familiar topic—but what happens when it's not coming from the child, but from within us as therapists? This is a conversation we rarely hear in the play therapy world, yet it's a reality many therapists silently grapple with. In this eye-opening episode, Lisa sits down with Mili Shoemaker, a seasoned play therapist, Synergetic Play Therapy trainer, and clinical supervisor, to explore what it means when therapists feel their own aggression arise in session. With honesty and compassion, Lisa and Mili unpack the discomfort, shame, and stigma that often accompany these experiences. They dive into the protective patterns that emerge when we try to suppress these feelings, and how true healing begins when we stop rejecting these parts of ourselves. Together, Lisa and Mili explore:   ✨ The taboo of therapist aggression – Why this conversation is missing in the play therapy world and why it needs to be heard. ✨ Recognizing therapist activation – How to notice when your own history, protective mechanisms, and triggers show up in the playroom. ✨ Befriending aggression – How shifting from judgment to curiosity about our own aggressive parts creates deeper therapeutic presence. ✨ Embodied expression vs. catharsis – Why aggression isn't something to suppress, but also isn't about explosive release. ✨ The unmet needs beneath aggression – Understanding what these feelings are signaling and how to meet them with self-compassion. ✨ Breaking free from shame – How to reframe aggression as part of our full humanity rather than something to fear or reject. ✨ Integration and authenticity – Why making space for all parts of ourselves strengthens our ability to hold space for our clients. This episode is an invitation to step into a conversation that has been long overdue—to acknowledge, explore, and ultimately embrace a part of ourselves that holds the potential for healing and growth.

Gil Carrillo is the legendary homicide detective that played a key role in taking down one of America's most notorious serial killers, Richard Ramirez, aka "The Night Stalker."Gil shares memories and details of investigating the Ramirez murders, the detective work involved, and his partnership with Frank Salerno. We discuss LA's infamous crime waves– including Charles Manson, The Hillside Stranglers, and The Toolbox Killers. Gil reflects back on Ramirez's capture, bizarre courtroom controversies, Satanic cult connections, and how the case deeply impacted Gil's life.Details of crime scenes, critical breakthroughs, media leaks, and jurisdictional beef, Ramirez's strange life in prison, groupies at trial, and the Netflix documentary aftermath that catapulted Gil into newfound fame.—Subscribe: youtube.com/@TalksFromTheCryptFollow On Social Media:Talks From The Crypt – https://instagram.com/talksfromthecrypt / https://talksfromthecrypt.com Gil Carrillo – https://www.instagram.com/realgilcarrillo—00:00:00 – Intro, Drinks, Vegas vs. LA00:03:22 – Gil's Netflix Fame and Hanging with George Lopez00:08:24 – Troubled Youth, Vietnam, Crime Psychology and Criminal Investigation Classes in College, Getting Into Law Enforcement00:19:10 –LA's Dark History: Manson, Hillside Strangler, The Sunset Strip Killers, The Toolbox Killers. Working with Frank Salerno and the Night Stalker Movie "Manhunt"00:24:49 – Gil's First Night Stalker Crime Scene and Investigation Methods: Dayle Okazaki, Maria Hernandez, Tsai-Lian Yu, and Jennie Vincow00:29:20 – Chaos Intensifies: The Zazzara's, Doi's, Patty Elaine Higgins, & Mary Cannon. Finding the Avia Footprint and Jurisdictional Conflicts00:33:29 – Attempted Break-In at a Fellow Cop's House: Deputy John Rodriguez, Whitney Bennet, Mable Bell & Nettie Lang – Richard Ramirez's Inconsistencies and Gil's "One-Man Theory"00:38:35 – Ramirez Nearly Caught, Dental Evidence, and Connecting Unsolved Murders00:43:47 – Gil's Family, Emotional Netflix Moment, and Awesome Shirt00:57:52 – Media Informants, Leaked Evidence, and the Pan Murders01:08:03 – Starting the Task Force: The Petersen's and Abowath's - Gil's Family Leaving In Fear, Thinking Night Stalker Was In His House01:16:12 – Adjusting to the Violence, Attending Autopsies by Policy, Pressure to Solve the Case, Attaining the Picture of Richard Ramirez That Led to His Capture, San Francisco Murders, and Seizing Victims' Stolen Property01:24:51 – Catching the Night Stalker, Informant Dies, Hubbard Street, Speaking With Richard Ramirez, "Don't Judge A Book By His Cover"01:38:52 – Evidence Thrown Out, Bunk Informants, The Trial Circus, Jury Member Who Had Heart Eyes for Richard, Night Stalker Fan Girls, Anton LaVey and Satanists In Court01:42:46 – What Richard Ramirez Was Like In San Quentin, Befriending the Toolbox Killer01:45:57 – Trial Controversies, Tainted Line-Up, Guilty: Sentenced to Death, OJ Simpson01:55:47 – Netflix & Peacock's Documentaries, The Aftermath, Having a Morose Sense of Humor02:02:18 – Gil's Social Media, Responding to Fans, and Hate Mail02:04:06 – Outro–Copyright Disclaimer:Under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.

Honesty leads us to deeper healing—and ultimately to a greater ability to love and be loved. In this Lenten Podcast with Brya Hanan, LMFT, discover how Lent is the perfect time to experience the healing touch of God. Brya experienced trauma as a child that left her feeling that there was something wrong with her--she just wasn't enough. When Brya's mom and stepfather started exploring Catholicism, God's grace simultaneously began pouring in. A single moment in Adoration changed Brya's life. Jesus invited Brya into a personal relationship. Hear how Brya continued to experience the healing touch of the Divine Physician through therapy and her Catholic faith. Like Brya, sit in Christ's presence and know you are His beloved daughter. Brya is the author of Befriending your Inner Child: A Catholic Approach to Healing and Wholeness.

Kansas City's streetcar system has transformed downtown with $4 billion in development since opening in 2016, and now two major extensions will nearly triple the system's reach to the university district and riverfront.• 2.2-mile downtown streetcar line has carried over 14 million passengers since 2016• Extensions will add 3.5 miles south to University of Missouri-Kansas City and 0.7 miles north to the riverfront• Fleet expanding from 6 to 14 streetcars to maintain 10-12 minute service frequencies• Comprehensive infrastructure improvements include new water/sewer lines, sidewalks, and green spaces• Downtown residential population has grown to approximately 36,000 people• Maintenance facility tour revealed specialized equipment for streetcar upkeep• Ridership profile expected to diversify with more students and recreational users• Mixed-traffic operations require ongoing adaptations including some parking removal• Some sections of the extensions will feature dedicated transit lanesCheck out the Kansas City Streetcar at kcstreetcar.org or find them on all social media platforms at @kcstreetcar to keep up with their progress.Send us a textSupport the show

If you've been trying to think your way out of anxiety, it's time to flip the script.In this continuation from last week's episode, we dive deeper into the truth that anxiety isn't just in your mind—it lives in your body. And that's where real healing begins.Join me as we explore three practical, body-based frameworks to help you break the anxiety cycle by creating a sense of internal safety, reconnecting with your nervous system, and interrupting the alarm signals that keep anxiety looping.

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about psychosis and related mental health concerns.This episode is the sixth of the MyoMinds Stories series (as an ode to the Stories on our website). These episodes focus on our guest's story, how they want to tell it, and what led them to the point where they wanted to tell it here on the pod!In this episode, George is joined by James Lindsay. Like many of us, James Lindsay is no stranger to stress and anxiety. But in his case, leaving those struggles untreated led to a psychotic episode that hospitalised him for the better part of a month. With the help of medication and therapy, he has now overcome this dark period and is currently living a much happier life.But his story doesn't end there. Now, he wants to help others avoid the same fate by sharing his experience through his book 'Befriending My Brain: A Psychosis Story', which includes the red flags he recognises in hindsight and the path he charted to recovery. No matter where you are on your own journey, James' story will resonate and remind you, as he puts it, that "recovery is always possible, and hope is never far away."If you'd like to get a copy of James' book, follow this link: https://amzn.eu/d/0o8N137Please remember that no episode of the MyoMinds Podcast can be used as a replacement for medical advice and/or care.

You don't need to fix, change, or get rid of your emotions, you simply need to befriend them, hold safe space for them. In this episode we explore the power of befriending your emotions ( and inner child parts) with curiosity and compassion. In this gentle approach you are able to soften your resistance and control and shift into acceptance and surrender. This creates a portal for deeper healing and liberation.If you struggle with resisting your emotions, this episode is for you!Desire deeper support in this? https://www.tiannleehealing.com/embodiedcoaching

Join us for Chapter Seven “Befriending Our Minds”, of our year-long Guest Speaker Event series: "A Life Well-Lived: Mindfulness for Life in 12 Chapters," in collaboration with Professor Willem Kuyken.   In this insightful session, Willem explores the foundational attitudes of mindfulness, contemplative traditions, and practices like the befriending practice to consider the concept of befriending your mind as a lifelong friendship to nurture.   If you'd like to join the events live, they're taking place monthly between September 2024 and October 2025 and are free to access. Find out more and register   Oxford Mindfulness is a not-for-profit organisation helping people achieve greater well-being and improved mental health through research-based mindfulness. Visit our website

Hello my beautiful friends, In today's episode we are going to be talking about befriending the mind. This is one of the most significant and powerful practices that I naturally stumbled into while living radically through the inner voice. This will be a really good episode for those of you who have a hard time giving your mind grace, who maybe don't like the train of thoughts you find yourself caught in at times and who suffer from negative self talk. If you have any questions or want deeper clarity on what I've discussed in this or any previous or future episode, my inbox is open for invitations and questions. If you desire deeper support on these topics, fill out the work with me questionnaire and I will get back to you in the next 2 business days to setup an introduction call Donations are also always appreciated as I continue developing the podcast SHOWNOTES Work with me --> Work with me Email --> kailamcorsiglia@gmail.com Instagram --> @kailacorsiglia Donate --> Thank You

Today, Verse 69. The centerpiece of today's verse is captured in a story I tell about being in the presence of the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu. It's a story that anyone who has an enemy may want to consider. Today's awesome guest is Chad Smith, and his contact info is here: https://houseofmercyavl.com/connectReminder! Along with Chandler Schroeder, I am beginning a new series of podcasts called “The Technicolor Dreamcoat of Religion” to which you can subscribe now for updates and our first semester of classes on how religions get made. (https://www.youtube.com/@TechnicolorDreamcoatofReligion)

Befriending our menstrual cycles and wombs and coming home to the root of our body, and to our pelvic bowls often means negotiating any trauma that we've experienced in that part of our bodies, or other traumas that we hold in this part of our bodies. As our guest today, the brilliant Dr Jeevan Singh shares, the pelvic bowl is an organ of relationship that has the capacity to guide our personal and collective. Jeevan's locates itself at the intersections of mindfulness-based somatics and mental health, traditional earth-based medicines, personal and collective liberation and the pelvic bowl. She is a lifelong student of traditional East Asian medicine, has a masters in integrative mental health and an advanced training in the Hakomi method of mindfulness-based somatic psychotherapy. She founded Womb School and the Somatic Womb Path together with Kris Gonzalez (who was a guest on our podcast on episode 175) and Marissa Coreia. In times that can feel very destabilising, Jeevan brings a deeply grounding presence, and I hope this conversation soothes you as much as it did me. We explore:How Jeevan navigated a series of three traumatic experiences after her Saturn return in her late 20s, and how the the trauma healing that followed catapulted her into her body. The womb as a guide out of the rugged individualism we see in our world. It is an organ of relationship - the first relationship we all ever experienced was in the womb of the mother, the person who birthed us. The earth as an attachment figure, and how we can work with trees and other bodies in nature as a partner in nervous system regulation and how we can co-regulate with the ocean as we co-regulated with the salty waters of the womb in utero. ---Receive our free video training: Love Your Cycle, Discover the Power of Menstrual Cycle Awareness to Revolutionise Your Life - www.redschool.net/love---The Menstruality Podcast is hosted by Red School. We love hearing from you. To contact us, email info@redschool.net---Social media:Red School: @redschool - https://www.instagram.com/red.schoolSophie Jane Hardy: @sophie.jane.hardy - https://www.instagram.com/sophie.jane.hardyJeevan Singh: @dr.jeevansingh - https://www.instagram.com/dr.jeevansinghWomb School: @womb.school - https://www.instagram.com/womb.school

Well Sh*t. It really is that simple - Episode 144 - "The importance of befriending your rage" is now LIVE!Full Show notes: https://bit.ly/WellShitEpisodeGuide Rage is a valid human emotion that we are often taught to repress and ignore. The power of rage can be scary and it doesn't have to be destructive. Tune in to today's episode to find out how to harness its power to begin making positive and constructive change for yourself and others. In this episode we cover:- Claire's Rage Room experience and her weapon of choice- The social perception of rage and what that does to our needs- The truth about anger management- The importance of processing mentally, physically and emotionally- Channeling, processing and expressing rage in selfirst ways- Claire's tip toe through Serena's mine field of a question- Directing your rage towards others- How to protect your needs when rage is present- Techniques to express rage and feel it more fully- The importance of intentionality - The path to forgiveness- The effects of allowing ourselves to feel anger and rage- Channeling range and anger to create positive and constructive change Episode References:- The episode where we talk about somatic processing - Episode 118 - I feel like I want to be angry but I don't know why- The episodes where we talk about processing your emotions - Episode 64 - When rising above can bite you in the ass and Episode 68 - That's not rambling, it's meeting your needs

Once a cheater, always a cheater. Besties Thelma & Louise are sharing the mic with their real-life friend Jennifer who has been through hell and back. From what she thought was her happily ever after, to an affair that tore her marriage apart, to how she picked up the pieces and found her I Do, Part 2. This story will give you faith that you can find love the second time around. Plus, how she's befriending the woman who broke up her marriage...a story you have to hear to believe. Email us at: IDOPOD@iheartradio.com or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once a cheater, always a cheater. Besties Thelma & Louise are sharing the mic with their real-life friend Jennifer who has been through hell and back. From what she thought was her happily ever after, to an affair that tore her marriage apart, to how she picked up the pieces and found her I Do, Part 2. This story will give you faith that you can find love the second time around. Plus, how she's befriending the woman who broke up her marriage...a story you have to hear to believe. Email us at: IDOPOD@iheartradio.com or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once a cheater, always a cheater. Besties Thelma & Louise are sharing the mic with their real-life friend Jennifer who has been through hell and back. From what she thought was her happily ever after, to an affair that tore her marriage apart, to how she picked up the pieces and found her I Do, Part 2. This story will give you faith that you can find love the second time around. Plus, how she's befriending the woman who broke up her marriage...a story you have to hear to believe. Email us at: IDOPOD@iheartradio.com or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once a cheater, always a cheater. Besties Thelma & Louise are sharing the mic with their real-life friend Jennifer who has been through hell and back. From what she thought was her happily ever after, to an affair that tore her marriage apart, to how she picked up the pieces and found her I Do, Part 2. This story will give you faith that you can find love the second time around. Plus, how she's befriending the woman who broke up her marriage...a story you have to hear to believe. Email us at: IDOPOD@iheartradio.com or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once a cheater, always a cheater. Besties Thelma & Louise are sharing the mic with their real-life friend Jennifer who has been through hell and back. From what she thought was her happily ever after, to an affair that tore her marriage apart, to how she picked up the pieces and found her I Do, Part 2. This story will give you faith that you can find love the second time around. Plus, how she's befriending the woman who broke up her marriage...a story you have to hear to believe. Email us at: IDOPOD@iheartradio.com or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once a cheater, always a cheater. Besties Thelma & Louise are sharing the mic with their real-life friend Jennifer who has been through hell and back. From what she thought was her happily ever after, to an affair that tore her marriage apart, to how she picked up the pieces and found her I Do, Part 2. This story will give you faith that you can find love the second time around. Plus, how she's befriending the woman who broke up her marriage...a story you have to hear to believe. Email us at: IDOPOD@iheartradio.com or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once a cheater, always a cheater. Besties Thelma & Louise are sharing the mic with their real-life friend Jennifer who has been through hell and back. From what she thought was her happily ever after, to an affair that tore her marriage apart, to how she picked up the pieces and found her I Do, Part 2. This story will give you faith that you can find love the second time around. Plus, how she's befriending the woman who broke up her marriage...a story you have to hear to believe. Email us at: IDOPOD@iheartradio.com or call us at 844-4-I Do Pod (844-443-6763)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Featuring daily highlights from The Afternoon Mix with McCabe and Jenny 2-7 PM on 101.9fm The Mix | WTMX Chicago. McCabe and Jenny dive into relationships, entertainment news, trending topics from pop culture and social media, new music, and more. McCabe and Jenny debated whether or not Jenny is a bobo head for thinking it isn't necessary to be friends with all your neighbors. Who's The Bobo Head? Dealbreaker Drama: Alexis from Aurora went on a date with a guy who kept saying “I bet you don't want to be here,” during the entire date. Would that be a dealbreaker for you? Listen live at wtmx.com or with the free Mix App available in the App Store and on Google Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Featuring daily highlights from The Afternoon Mix with McCabe and Jenny 2-7 PM on 101.9fm The Mix | WTMX Chicago. McCabe and Jenny dive into relationships, entertainment news, trending topics from pop culture and social media, new music, and more.McCabe and Jenny debated whether or not Jenny is a bobo head for thinking it isn't necessary to be friends with all your neighbors. Who's The Bobo Head? Dealbreaker Drama: Alexis from Aurora went on a date with a guy who kept saying “I bet you don't want to be here,” during the entire date. Would that be a dealbreaker for you? Listen live at wtmx.com or with the free Mix App available in the App Store and on Google Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why befriend locals?  The Hospitality Center exists to share the love of Jesus with international students and scholars in the Twin Cities, and our podcast is a digital platform where we extend this hospitality beyond physical boundaries, uplifting and welcoming you into our community. Hosted by two international student co-hosts, The Hospitality Center podcast delves into a variety of topics, from professional development and the visa process to the nuances of cricket, conversations with professors and host families, and the art of brewing the perfect cup of coffee. Join our student hosts as they sit down with international student alumni and MN professionals, many of whom actively participate in our events! If you are an international student in MN, or considering attending a school in the area, we hope you will come check out one of our events. If you would like to support the Hospitality Center Podcast, please visit our website and check out ways to get involved! Like, follow, and subscribe or connect with us on instagram @‌thehospitalitycentermn.

Jessie Diggins knows that perfection isn't reality. But as the most decorated cross country skier in U.S. history, her record's pretty close. In this week's episode of Hurdle, Emily sits down with the 3-time Olympic medalist to talk about her journey to the top of her sport, what it's like to embrace the pressure of competition and push close to her physical breaking point (blurry vision and all). She also gets candid about her experience with an eating disorder, including a relapse in 2024, and what support looks like for her in her day to day. Plus: How she feels with under a year left until the Winter Olympics, and what it's like training regularly in Italy leading up to World Championships after her recent World Cup win.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEThe Emily Program: Eating Disorder Treatment SOCIAL@jessiediggins⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@emilyabbate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hurdlepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OFFERSLMNT | Head to ⁠DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle⁠ to get a free sample pack, and click ⁠HERE⁠ to nominate a family in LA to recieve a pack, too.AG1 | Head to ⁠⁠drinkag1.com/hurdle⁠⁠ to get 5 free travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D3 + k2 drops JOIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGN UP: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Weekly Hurdle Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN: ⁠⁠The Daily Hurdle IG Channel⁠ASK ME A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave me a voice message⁠⁠, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!⁠

Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes properly, so we have included a list of links at the end of this description. * Talking about death is often deemed morbid or taboo, but to fully embrace life, scientists, psychologists, and spiritual leaders all agree—contemplating death is the key to living a life with meaning. In this episode, Joanna Ebenstein, author and founder of Morbid Anatomy—an organization exploring the spaces between art and medicine, death and culture—is joined in conversation with CIIS faculty and Chicane philosopher Saraliza Anzaldúa exploring how to befriend death. * Sharing insights from her latest book, Memento Mori: The Art of Contemplating Death to Live a Better Life, Joanna discusses what it means to be mortal and shares how to both come to terms with what death means and live alongside it without fear. In doing so, you can see your own life in a new light and discover what makes life worth living. * This episode was recorded during a live online event on October 17th, 2024. You can also watch it on the CIIS Public Programs YouTube channel. A transcript is available at ciispod.com. To find out more about CIIS and public programs like this one, visit our website ciis.edu and connect with us on social media @ciispubprograms. * We hope that each episode of our podcast provides opportunities for growth, and that our listeners will use them as a starting point for further introspection. Many of the topics discussed on our podcast have the potential to bring up feelings and emotional responses. If you or someone you know is in need of mental health care and support, here are some resources to find immediate help and future healing: * -Visit 988lifeline.org or text, call, or chat with The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing 988 from anywhere in the U.S. to be connected immediately with a trained counselor. Please note that 988 staff are required to take all action necessary to secure the safety of a caller and initiate emergency response with or without the caller's consent if they are unwilling or unable to take action on their own behalf. * -Visit thrivelifeline.org or text “THRIVE” to begin a conversation with a THRIVE Lifeline crisis responder 24/7/365, from anywhere: +1.313.662.8209. This confidential text line is available for individuals 18+ and is staffed by people in STEMM with marginalized identities. * -Visit translifeline.org or call (877) 565-8860 in the U.S. or (877) 330-6366 in Canada to learn more and contact Trans Lifeline, who provides trans peer support divested from police. * -Visit ciis.edu/ciis-in-the-world/counseling-clinics to learn more and schedule counseling sessions at one of our centers. * -Find information about additional global helplines at befrienders.org. * LINKS * Podcast Transcripts: https://www.ciispod.com/ * California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) Website: https://www.ciis.edu/ * CIIS Public Programs YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ciispublicprograms * CIIS Public Programs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ciispubprograms/ * Mental Health Care and Support Resources: https://988lifeline.org/ https://thrivelifeline.org/ https://translifeline.org/ https://www.ciis.edu/ciis-in-the-world/counseling-clinics https://befrienders.org/

John Lockley joins Raghu to discuss befriending our shadows and finding freedom and joy in a world of upheaval.Mindrolling is brought to you by Reunion. Reunion is offering $250 off any stay to the Love, Serve, Remember community. Simply use the code “BeHere250” when booking. Disconnect from the world so you can reconnect with yourself at Reunion. Hotel | www.reunionhotelandwellness.com Retreats | www.reunionexperience.orgIn this episode, Raghu and John explore:Relinquishing hatred and growing our compassion bit by bitThe unifying force that connects all peopleWorking on self-kindness and not feeding into self-deprecationBeing respectful to our enemies rather than perpetuating evilAllowing our spirits to relax and engage in playDiscovering our dream gifts and harnessing them within realityFinding our purpose and listening to our ancestorsEther and spaciousness as food for our dreamsNot letting technology control and distract usThis episode is also brought to you by Dharma Moon. Join Buddhist teachers David Nichtern and Professor Robert Thurman for a free online event on Tuesday, March 4th at 6pm ET. Together, they'll explore the power of lineage, tradition, and the evolution of mindfulness practices. They'll also discuss Dharma Moon's renowned mindfulness meditation teacher training program. Visit dharmamoon.com/lineage for more info and to reserve your spot for the free online event with David Nichtern and Professor Robert Thurman!About John Lockley: John Lockley began his journey as a young medic drafted into the South African military. He then trained under Zen master Su Bong from South Korea, and returned to post-Apartheid South Africa to spend 10 years in apprenticeship with MaMngwevu, a medicine woman from the Xhosa tribe. John now splits his time teaching in South Africa, Ireland, Europe, and the US. Find out more about John's work and learn more about his numerous upcoming events, retreats, and other offerings at JohnLockley.com.“The political system at the moment is tough, but sometimes it's actually not as tough as you think it is. You need to find freedom where you are free. You're not in jail; feel the freedom of walking, of going into the sea, of going into the wilderness, and let your spirit feel free. That's very important.” – John LockleySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Befriending a cop-hating domestic terrorist was the beginning of Matt Pitcher's infiltration into a cell operating in the South and along the East Coast. With the Democratic National Convention approaching, Matt was introduced to more members who intended on blowing up the DNC... Matt also infiltrated the mafia, but that's a story for another episode. @ret_det_mattpitcher

On today's episode I chat with Rick Kahler, a pioneer in integrating financial planning and psychology and a certified IFS practitioner. We explore how Internal Family Systems can transform our relationship with money, uncovering hidden beliefs and legacy burdens that shape financial behaviors. Rick shares his journey from financial planner to financial therapist, explaining how emotions—not logic—drive most financial decisions. He introduces key concepts like money scripts, financial protectors, and the internal financial system, showing how understanding these parts can help people move from financial stuckness to greater clarity and freedom. Key Takeaways: Money isn't just about numbers—it's deeply tied to our emotions, beliefs, and childhood experiences. Many financial struggles come from polarized parts—a part that wants to save and a part that wants to spend. How do money scripts—unconscious beliefs about money—shape our financial decisions without us even realizing it? Financial shame is often greater than other types of shame, making finances one of the hardest topics to talk about. Legacy burdens around money are passed down through generations, influencing our financial behaviors in ways we may not recognize. Favorite Quote: "Every part has a good intention. Every money script is put in place, every burden is put in place with a good intention…it just doesn't know things are a little different now." – Rick Kahler​ About Rick Kahler: Rick Kahler is a certified financial planner, financial therapist, and IFS practitioner. He is a founding board member and past chair of the Financial Therapy Association and the creator of IFS-Informed Financial Therapy. Rick has authored seven books and hosts The Financial Therapy Podcast. ****************************************************************************************  Episode Sponsor: Michelle Glass **************************************************************************************** Check out our new Self-Led merch at The One Inside store Watch video clips from select episodes on  The One Inside on YouTube Follow Tammy on Instagram @ifstammy and on Facebook at The One Inside with Tammy Sollenberger. Jeff Schrum co-produces The One Inside Podcast. He is a writer, counselor, and IFS Level 1 practitioner.   Are you new to IFS or want a simple way to get to know yourself? Tammy's book, "The One Inside: Thirty Days to your Authentic Self" is a PERFECT place to start.  Sign up for Tammy's email list and get a free "Get to know a Should part of you" meditation on her website Tammy is grateful for Jack Reardon who created music for the podcast. Jack is a graduate of Derek Scott's IFS Stepping Stones Program.   If you are interested in sponsoring an episode or two of The One Inside Podcast please contact Tammy at tammysollenberger@comcast.net

Transformation arises from the unknown. In a world that often craves certainty, the practice of staying with discomfort, observing its rhythm, and allowing clarity to emerge can lead to remarkable insights—not just in healing, but in how we live.In this conversation with Stephen Cowan, we explore how the art of not-knowing-yet invites discovery. Stephen shares his journey from Western medicine to the integrative, emergent practices of Chinese medicine, where curiosity and connection form the foundation of healing.Listen into this discussion as we delve into the maps of Chinese medicine that guide us through uncertainty, the role of storytelling and connection in clinical practice, the rhythm of emotions and their impact on health, and how integrating presence and curiosity can transform both patients and practitioners.

My guest today is a dear friend, a sister, poet, mystic and writer Ruth L. Schwartz. She is the author of eight books and founding director of the Conscious Girlfriend Academy, a worldwide organization for lesbians and queer women dedicated to preventing heartbreak, dating wisely and loving well. The Academy provides education and support on conscious lesbian dating, relationships and sexuality, and helps self-identified women learn to be the right partner as well as to find her, so they can have happy, healthy love and fulfilling sex.In this episode, we talk about two different paradigms of healing relational trauma and relational wounds. We discuss our primal need for connection and being in relationships with others, self and life. Through this sincere conversation, Ruth helps us understand the concept of conscious solitude, the Internal Family System model, and what it means to befriend the power of our heart, our energy field and our relationship needs.Episode Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction to Ruth L. Schwartz(02:58) - Two paradigms of healing relational trauma(08:22) - Overcoming the binary view of relationship gains and losses(12:44) - The role of relationships and solitude in healing(16:25) - Relationship dynamics with others, self, and life(21:55) - Discussing the Internal Family System model(24:00) - The theory of Parts in IFS(31:57) - Healing through the relationship with self(38:53) - Conscious solitude framework(43:16) - Coherence and the energetics of the heart(54:22) - Befriending our nervous system(57:24) - About Conscious Girlfriend AcademyResources:- Learn how to prevent heartbreak, date wisely and love well at http://www.consciousgirlfriendacademy.com- Check out our book: Conscious Lesbian Dating & Love: A Guide to Finding the Right Partner & Creating the Relationship of Your Dreams https://www.consciousgirlfriendacademy.com/book- Connect with Ruth L. Schwartz on IG - https://www.instagram.com/consciousgirlfriendacademy/- Find Ruth on FB - www.facebook.com/groups/consciousgirlfriend- HearthMath Institute https://www.heartmath.org/- Robert Falconer - IFS Consultant https://robertfalconer.us/Anne-Marie MarronIf you have a power reclamation story to share or questions, please send them to Ask Anne-Marie.If you want to learn more about my work you can visit my websites:Find Anne-Marie on InstagramIf you wonder whether Power Reclamation Coaching is for you, book a discovery call hereFor more on customized immersions with Anne-Marie, please visit: https://anne-mariemarron.com/integral-leadership-immersion

These days, the call for leaders to be adaptable, agile, flexible, clear, focused, and calm could lead many to think it's not okay to feel or that you need to be a robot.We minimize our feelings and put on a brave face until we can no longer fake it, sometimes in the name of being “regulated.”When there's a trend in language or an approach to healing, it can sometimes be reductive in how it's taught, explained, or understood. Concepts drawn from Polyvagal Theory, like regulation and activation, are no exception.How some talk about regulation and dysregulation can create pressure to diminish our humanity so that we don't emote, and cause us to criticize someone if they're upset.In reality, Polyvagal Theory offers a powerful addition to your toolbox for leading yourself and others well while staying aligned with your values. When we work towards helping our nervous systems become more agile and adaptable by putting in the reps and working to understand our systems and our stories, we can offer those we love and lead a greater sense of curiosity, compassion, and connection. And we will have enough boundaries and guardrails to know when to tap out, take a break, and ask for help.Today's guest teaches and discusses these topics so that we can learn to regulate our nervous systems better and connect better with others. Deb Dana, LCSW, is a clinician, consultant, author, and international lecturer on polyvagal theory-informed work with trauma survivors and is the leading translator of this scientific work to the public and mental health professionals. She's a founding member of the Polyvagal Institute and creator of the signature Rhythm of Regulation® clinical training series.Deb's work shows us how understanding polyvagal theory applies across the board to relationships, mental health, and trauma. She delves into the intricacies of how we can all use and understand the organizing principles of polyvagal theory to change the ways we navigate our daily lives. Listen to the full episode to hear:Why regulation is not a static state but an ongoing dynamic experience How understanding the subconscious survival responses of the nervous system under stress can help us learn to regulate and repairWhy we can't discount or dismiss the messages our survival responses are trying to give usHow even micro-moments of responding to our nervous systems' needs can create changeHow building capacity to resourcing regulation increases our capacity to sit with discomfort and struggle in our lives and in the worldHow leaders can use Polyvagal Theory concepts to create connected, collaborative environments for themselves and those they leadLearn more about Deb Dana:Rhythm of RegulationLearn more about Rebecca:rebeccaching.comWork With RebeccaSign up for the weekly Unburdened Leader EmailResources:Stephen PorgesThe Nightingale, Kristin HannahBlue: The History of a Color, Michel PastoureauCéline Dion, Andrea Bocelli - The PrayerHalloween Baking ChampionshipHoliday Baking ChampionshipThe Great British Baking Show

This talk was given by Diana Clark on 2025.01.29 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

If we want to be friends of God, we cannot be friends of this world. In today's message, Pastor Jeff Ables breaks down a passage of scripture in 1 John 2 that explains the ways that we often befriend this world. We also invite our discipleship pastor Brody Lantier to the stage to talk to us about our new semester of small groups!Prayed to accept Jesus? Congratulations! Text SAVED to 337-222-3210 or click here https://bit.ly/CC_saved  New to Crossroads Church? Learn all about us at https://mycrossroads.org 

Send us a textOliver Seligman did not think for one second that he would become a writer, let alone be the author of three books!Graduating with a bachelor's degree in Zoology, he found himself working as a sales trader in investment banks in London and New York. Although he wanted to make millions, retire by thirty-five and live happily ever after, it didn't work out that way. Bored, disillusioned and lacking purpose, he stumbled across a pair of mysterious, meditating monks who taught him how to find peace, and never looked back.In Oliver's latest book, Befriending Bipolar: A Patient's Perspective, he describes what it's like to experience madness from the inside. Diagnosed with bipolar type one at seventeen, he has battled euphoric manias, suicidal depressions, bewildering psychoses and the side effects of medication for over thirty years. In Befriending Bipolar, Oliver reveals how he found peace with an illness that destroys lives and sometimes ends them.Recently, he has been the recipient of the 2024 Fresh Start Award, which includes a $10,000 grant to promote Metabolic Psychiatry given out by the non-profit Metabolic Mind!We are also joined by his lovely wife, Elle, whom he has been married to for over 11 years! The couple live in Norway!Find Oliver at- https://oliverseligman.com/YT- @thrivingwithbipolar (Be sure to search with Oliver's name as well, to find the correct YT channel!)Find Ellen at an AMAZING event at-Borealis Festival- A Festival for Experimental Music! March 12-16, 2025, in Bergen, Norway!Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Claim your free TEND TO YOUR SOUL TOOKIT   Feeling squeezed by all the new year, new you noise? Let's skip the pressure to overhaul your life overnight. In this episode of Electric Ideas, Whitney invites you to lean into practices that feel expansive, not exhausting. This isn't about setting rigid goals or ticking boxes—it's about creating space to feel self-connected and satiated in life through simple, soulful habits.   Whitney shares five soulful ways to tend to yourself: savoring meditation, diving into personal writing, reconnecting with nature, curating your living space, and sparking meaningful connections. With her free “Tend to Your Soul Toolkit,” you'll have resources to explore these practices at your own pace.   Because here's the thing: when we care for our souls, we ripple that goodness out into every interaction. Let's make this year about feeling more alive, more you. Ready? Hit play.   Here's what you can look forward to in today's episode: Acknowledging life's messiness Tending to your soul Soul care habit 1: Meditation Soul care habit 2: Personal writing Soul care habit 3: Connecting with nature Soul care habit 4: Befriending your living space Soul care habit 5: Creating meaningful connections Reflection question to ponder: What is one soulful practice I gravitate to right now that can help me feel deeply connected to myself?   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l Tend to Your Sould Toolkit | Electric Ideas Podcast

This isn't just about processing emotions, it's about healing, transforming, and finding more peace in your everyday life. I'll be sharing insights from two incredible teachers, Ashley Turner and Mona Miller, along with practical journaling techniques that can help you build a healthier relationship with your emotions. Rinse journaling:  Dear “Emotion” when I look at you I feel….  When I look at you I see….  You act like…. You remind me of….. Also in this episode I talk about Rage/vent journaling and How to Sit with Your Emotions. Sponsors: Mantra Match: mantramatacha.com 15% off with code NIKKIWELLNESS   Neeshi - Protein Powder for females dealing with hormone health wether its is teens and periods or midlife hormone change. www.neeshi.com/NIKKIYOGA20 for 20% off your first order. Discount code: NIKKIYOGA20 Evolve by Erika - 7 Days Free Kundalini https://evolvebyerika.uscreen.io/?via=nikki     Connect with me: www.nikkiyogaandwellness.com Instagram: @fitfunandfrazzledpodcast and @nikkilanigan.yogaandwellness Email: niklanigan@gmail.com   *** This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services.

Bryan Mauk's Friday nights in high school were spent making friends with people experiencing homelessness. During his college years, he drew 1/4 of his fellow students into the same ministry. Bryan has spent two decades working to serve and empower people who are often forgotten. He is a visionary and a builder who loves to cast big ideas and then execute them for maximum impact. His work has spanned homelessness, re-entry, social entrepreneurship, and most recently helping low-income communities have access to affordable computers and internet. On the episode we get to know Bryan and the path that led him to us as our new CEO! Learn more about Bryan: http://enditforgood.com/bryan

Breathing well is central to living well. In this conversation with Nolan Kim, director of Power Coaching, we explore the simplest practices for transforming your sense of presence and power through the transformation of your breath. But this is bigger than breath: ultimately Nolan invites us into a conversation about how to truly choose life while we draw breath, because our time is too precious for anything else.

Your inner critic is that voice that tries to keep you safe - safe from failing, from embarrassment, from potential disaster. The problem is, our inner critic can also keep us from growing, from new experiences, from potential awesomeness. But since our inner critic isn't going anywhere, we need to learn to live alongside this meanie. Support this podcast by saying thanks with a “virtual” coffee (or in my case, slice of pizza!). https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theqcoach The 2025 planner is out!! WooHoo! https://www.theqcoach.com/dogged Got a question for me? Or a topic idea? You can even be anonymous. Drop me a note: https://www.theqcoach.com/askQ Don't forget, if you want more support, check out the Q-membership! https://www.theqcoach.com/q-membership Get on my email list: https://www.theqcoach.com/fb-sign-up-page Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay.

In this enlightening episode of "Crafting Your Meaningful Life," host Mary Crafts welcomes Marla Mervis-Hartmann for a deep dive into developing a loving relationship with one's body. Marla, an expert in body image and self-love, shares her personal journey of overcoming disordered eating and explains concepts from her book, "Be-friend Yourself." The conversation revolves around how societal norms shape our views on health and wellness, and how we can transform these ideas into self-empowerment. Mary and Marla explore the profound impact of befriending oneself, emphasizing the importance of listening to one's body. They discuss the detrimental effects of shame and how society's portrayal of the "ideal body" can lead to harmful behaviors. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Marla explains how identifying and healing from past wounds can change one's relationship with food and body image. Together, they highlight strategies to transform self-criticism into self-compassion, encouraging listeners to prioritize mental and emotional well-being.   About the Guest: Marla Mervis-Hartmann is an accomplished author, coach, and Reiki Master specializing in body image empowerment and self-love. She is celebrated for her book, "Be-friend Yourself: Finding Freedom with Food and Peace with Your Body," which documents her journey of overcoming disordered eating and body image issues. As a coach, Marla focuses on helping individuals heal inner wounds, boosting self-worth, and embracing a healthy relationship with food and their bodies through spiritual and psychological methods. Key Takeaways: Understanding the root of body image issues often requires exploring and healing past traumas. Befriending your body involves prioritizing self-care and listening to both your physical and emotional needs. Reclaiming your body's autonomy and rejecting diet culture leads to authentic self-empowerment. Transitioning from self-criticism to self-compassion is key in transforming one's relationship with food and health. Recognizing and reframing societal beauty standards allows for a more inclusive and holistic view of body positivity.   Resources: Marla Mervis-Hartmann's Book: Befriend Yourself: Finding Freedom with Food and Peace with Your Body Follow Marla Mervis-Hartmann's work on her official website  Follow Marla On Instagram Follow Mary Crafts: Listen On iTunes Follow Mary on Instagram Follow Mary On Facebook Tune into this episode for an inspiring conversation that may redefine your relationship with your body and well-being. Stay tuned for more episodes of "Crafting Your Meaningful Life" to continue your journey toward personal empowerment and authentic living.

(Insight Meditation Community of Berkeley) Talk originally given on December 12, 2024 I'm happy to share the evening with my son, Adam Baraz, who will reflect on the recent completion of his fifth Darkness Retreat, a 49-day “Bardo Retreat” in Tuscany, Italy. Adam will discuss the psychological, physical, emotional, and spiritual journey of “being alone in the dark” for 7 weeks. He will describe the practical aspects of preparation, meditation practice, challenges, and benefits of extended darkness retreat practice.

When Halla Tómasdóttir lost her bid for the Icelandic presidency in 2016, she wasn't sure she wanted to run again. But after battles with self-doubt, encouragement from her supporters and an epiphany about leadership, she ran again this year — and this time, she won. Halla joins Adam to discuss dealing with impostor syndrome, why leadership is worth the effort and how listening and asking questions can build trust with constituents and make you a stronger leader. The two also dig into the story behind Halla's "scarf revolution," Iceland's history of solving problems with creativity and Halla's approach to leading her campaign — and presidency — with optimism. Available transcripts for ReThinking can be found at go.ted.com/RWAGscripts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.