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Al, Zach, John Luke, and Christian explore one of the Bible's most sobering warnings about sexual sin through the story of King David. The guys explain why pornography and sexual temptation rarely begin with desire alone, but with idleness, boredom, and abandoning responsibility—long before the “rooftop moment.” Al explains David's repentance in Psalm 51 as both a warning and a hope, reminding listeners that while sexual sin carries real consequences, God's covenant faithfulness still offers a path back. In this episode: 1 Samuel 13, verse 14; 1 Samuel 16, verse 7; 2 Samuel 7, verses 8–16; 2 Samuel 11, verses 1–27; Psalm 22; Psalm 23; Psalm 51; Psalm 139, verses 13–16; Matthew 12, verses 43–45; Hebrews 12, verses 28–29 Today's conversation is about Lesson 6 of The David Story: Shepherd, Father, King taught by Hillsdale Professor Justin Jackson. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ More about The David Story: Encounter the beauty of the Bible. The David Story: Shepherd, Father, King explores the lives of Israel's first two kings—Saul and David—to discover the Bible's profound lessons about fatherhood, the nature of sin, and the consequences of sin on both a family and a nation. While David suffers great tragedies due to his own transgressions, he models a path to redemption through repentance. Join Professor Justin Jackson in a careful reading of First and Second Samuel to gain a deeper understanding of the meaning and beauty of this story that is not only fundamental to the Christian and Jewish faiths, but also a literary masterpiece. Join us today in this pursuit of a deeper understanding of the Bible in “The David Story.” Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Chapters: 00:00-05:15 Christian joins the bearded brotherhood 05:16-12:56 David was a man of extremes 12:57-19:18 Great leaders are still deeply flawed 19:19-29:59 Using God's name to advance a political agenda 30:00-40:02 Boredom leads to spiritual vulnerability 40:03-51:03 David didn't have a phone, he had rooftops — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/thefightingcock Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! We go full therapy session after the Brentford nil nil. Boredom, anger, Frank fatigue, timewasting on 60 minutes, selling Brennan Johnson, and the creeping fear that Spurs have stopped even trying to win football matches. There's blame for everyone, coaches included, nostalgia for Ange, existential dread about being Spurs, and a lot of laughs because what else are you meant to do. It's bleak, it's funny, and it's very Tottenham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Power of Boredom: Learning to Live in the Present In this solo episode, Chris shares a personal experiment that quietly changed the way he experiences life. It started with a conversation around a Harvard study shared by Arthur Brooks — research suggesting that one of the biggest challenges we face today is that we never experience boredom. Every spare second is filled. Every pause is interrupted. And in the process, we're losing something deeply important: the space to think, reflect, and be present. While celebrating his 20-year anniversary with Melissa in Spain, Chris decided to test that idea. He completely removed social media from his phone — not with a timeline or rules, but simply as an experiment in presence. What followed surprised him. He read more. He prayed more. He thought more deeply. And slowly, the urge to constantly reach for distraction faded. Chris reflects on how rare it has become to simply be — even for ten seconds at a stoplight — and how reclaiming boredom opened the door to clarity, peace, and freedom. He also revisits one of the most meaningful practices from a book that has shaped his life, The Way of Mastery: ending each day by blessing and releasing it. "I bless and release this day. It has been perfect, and it is finished." That simple practice helped him recognize how often his mind lived in guilt about the past or worry about the future — and how little time he actually spent in the one place where life truly happens: the present moment. This episode isn't about quitting social media or adopting someone else's routine. It's an invitation to run your own experiment. To notice where distraction is stealing your attention. And to create a small, intentional practice that helps you come home to yourself, your family, and your life. As Chris shares, the goal isn't perfection — it's presence. And maybe, just maybe, boredom isn't something to avoid… but something we desperately need more of. LINKS: All Links Family Brand! stan.store/familybrand familybrand.com/quiz familybrand.com/retreats. Episode Minute By Minute: 00:00 – Why Chris wanted to record a short solo episode 01:00 – The study on boredom and constant distraction 02:00 – Why we never let our minds be still 03:00 – The Spain trip and removing social media 04:15 – What changed when the noise stopped 05:30 – Why this isn't really about phones 06:30 – Living in the past and future instead of the present 07:30 – The daily practice of blessing and releasing the day 08:45 – Why presence is where peace actually lives 09:45 – A simple experiment you can try 10:30 – Final encouragement: let boredom work for you
In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore a reality many first responders quietly live with: calm can feel uncomfortable, while chaos feels familiar (Amazon Affiliate) —even comforting. After years of operating in high-intensity environments, your nervous system adapts to urgency, noise, and pressure. Over time, stillness doesn't feel peaceful—it feels wrong. Boredom feels unsafe. Silence feels unsettling. And without realizing it, you may start gravitating toward chaos just to feel normal again. This episode breaks down why that happens, how it impacts your relationships and health, and what it takes to retrain your body and mind to feel safe in calm again.
The Year You Let It Be Easy What if your best year yet didn't require more effort but less struggle? In this episode, I invite you to imagine a year that feels light, free, and full of possibility. Together we'll look at how to stop overworking, overthinking, and over-caring so you can start creating a life that actually feels like yours. ✨ In this episode, you'll learn: - how to think intentionally about your future without pressure or hustle - why your thoughts, not your to-do list, shape your next year - a simple three-step process to create momentum and ease - how to reconnect with what you want, not what everyone else expects This is your reminder that it's safe to slow down. You can dream, choose, and believe your way into a gentler, more joyful year. Press play and let's make this the year you let it be easy. If you liked this show, you'll like this one: The Case for Boredom on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/155-the-case-for-boredom/id1434429161?i=1000530241019 The Case for Boredom on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/4yxhcocfY1yrkNSvCTnLJs?si=r3np0HpMQjOv4LqddUwf7w If you've never chosen a word of the year before, you'll want to 1️⃣ Listen to this episode here Word of the Year or Resolutions? on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/176-word-of-the-year-or-resolutions/id1434429161?i=1000545737438 Word of the Year 2022 on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/3PRwxKZZWD5hhciK3qx1BF?si=ymdBB4VfSC6I_YeCRxSioA 2️⃣ Get your WORD OF THE YEAR WORKSHEET here Get the full show notes here
#733 What if the biggest thing holding your business back isn't strategy or execution — but the identity you're operating from? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Cassie Shea, founder of The Possibility Investor, to unpack what it really means to iterate with your identity as a business owner. Cassie shares how her journey from running a $14M company at 28 to logging 3,500+ coaching hours shaped her core framework: Desire → Deserving → Decisions — starting with the deceptively hard question, “What do you want?” Together, they explore why so many entrepreneurs hit an invisible “deserve ceiling,” how proving energy can quietly drive (and drain) growth, and how constraints — like health, seasons of life, or boredom — can become the catalyst for smarter, more sustainable business evolution. Cassie also previews her free 3D Assessment and where listeners can connect with her as she launches The Possibility Investor! What we discuss with Cassie: + Identity-driven business growth + Iterating with your identity + Desire → Deserving → Decisions framework + The “deserve ceiling” + Proving vs. creating + Boredom as a signal + Constraints fuel creativity + Building beyond scarcity + Frameworks over hustle Thank you, Cassie! Follow Cassie on LinkedIn. To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Team Simon is revisiting some of the episodes you helped make our favorites of the year until A Bit of Optimism returns on January 27, 2026, with brand-new episodes.We're rewinding back to August, when talented polymath Elle Cordova joined the show and unpacked how we're all wired to chase the next spark. We scroll, swipe, refresh, and repeat—but some of our brightest ideas sneak in when we stop chasing, let boredom settle in, and give our minds room to wander.Elle knows the power of that pause. When the pandemic hit pause on her life as a touring musician, she stumbled into new creative territory—making offbeat comedy videos about delightfully nerdy topics like particle physics, grammar, and fonts. Those sketches went viral, and suddenly she was thriving as a social media creator with a devoted following.In this episode, Simon and Elle talk about finding what truly lights you up, pushing through writer's block, working with anxiety—and yes, Star Wars makes an appearance (because of course it does). Plus, Elle treats us to a live, in-studio performance of her song “Roswell.”This… is A Bit of Optimism.---------------------------For more on Elle, check out: https://www.ellecordova.com/
Homily of Fr. Mike O'Connor from Mass December 28, 2025 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Readings Sir 3:2-6, 12-14 Col 3:12-21 Mt 2:13-15, 19-23 If you would like to donate to OLG and her livestream ministry, please go to https://olgchurch.net/give
Someone once said, “I like to do nothing if I can avoid doing something.” For many of us, doing nothing is surprisingly hard. It asks us to generate our own thoughts rather than constantly reacting to Instagram, email, and an ever-expanding stream of stimuli. But when we allow ourselves the space to be bored, to […] The post Protecting Your Boredom (Re-broadcast) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
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As the lights dim and the holidays fade, what's left behind — true fulfillment or just another illusion? In this episode of Coaching In Session, host Michael Rearden explores how consumerism, education, and technology have shaped our modern mindset especially during the holiday season. He challenges the illusion that material wealth equals happiness and encourages listeners to rediscover fulfillment through self-awareness, purpose, and mindful living.Michael dives deep into the societal norms that fuel materialism and disconnection, revealing how technology and the education system have diverted focus from personal growth and meaningful connection. He explains why investing in yourself mentally, emotionally, and financially is one of the most powerful ways to reclaim your purpose and clarity in a distracted world.If you've ever felt caught in the rat race or questioned whether your life aligns with your true values, this episode will help you reset your mindset and pursue deeper meaning beyond the noise of consumer culture.What You'll Learn-How consumerism during the holidays impacts personal fulfillment-Why education often fails to nurture creativity and self-awareness-The role of technology in shaping modern disconnection-How to invest in yourself for long-term success and growth-The mindset shifts needed to find meaning beyond materialismKey Takeaways✅ The holiday season often emphasizes materialism over meaningful connections✅ Education systems are failing to engage students effectively✅ Technology has shifted the youth's focus away from real-world experiences✅ Investing in oneself is crucial for personal development and growth✅ Consumerism is perpetuated by societal norms and marketing strategies✅ Many people are caught in a rat race, losing sight of their true goals✅ Boredom is a result of not engaging in meaningful activities✅ Skin in the game is necessary for true commitment to personal goals✅ Mindset shifts are essential for achieving long-term success✅ Reflection on personal values can lead to a more fulfilling life
Unraveling Suspense: A Journey Through "Two Birds with One Stone"The conversation unfolds as a suspenseful play titled 'Two Birds with One Stone,' featuring themes of emotional conflict, relationships, and the dark exploration of suicide. The narrative follows Walter and Eleanor as they navigate their strained marriage, culminating in a tragic twist that reveals deeper issues of guilt and responsibility. The play's structure and character dynamics create a gripping atmosphere, leading to a shocking conclusion that leaves the audience reflecting on the nature of despair and the human condition.In the world of classic radio dramas, few productions capture the essence of suspense quite like "Two Birds with One Stone." This gripping tale, brought to life by the talented Dana Andrews, takes listeners on a rollercoaster of emotions, weaving a narrative that is both thrilling and thought-provoking.The Plot UnfoldsThe story begins with a seemingly innocent birthday message recorded by Eleanor and her dog, Tracy, for her husband, Walter. However, as the plot thickens, we are drawn into a web of intrigue and deception. Walter, a playwright struggling with his work, finds himself entangled in a series of events that lead to a shocking revelation. The narrative explores themes of boredom, despair, and the lengths one might go to escape them.A Tale of SuspenseAs the drama unfolds, the tension builds, culminating in a dramatic confrontation by the river. The clever use of sound and dialogue keeps the audience on the edge of their seats, wondering what will happen next. The story's climax is both unexpected and satisfying, leaving listeners with a sense of closure and a deeper understanding of the characters' motivations."Two Birds with One Stone" is a testament to the power of storytelling in the audio medium. Its ability to captivate and engage audiences is a reminder of the timeless appeal of radio dramas. As we listen to the echoes of the past, we are reminded of the enduring power of suspense to entertain and enlighten.Subscribe now to explore more classic tales of suspense and intrigue.TakeawaysThe play explores the complexities of relationships and emotional strain.Boredom can lead to drastic decisions, as illustrated by the character's thoughts on suicide.The use of a recording as a narrative device adds depth to the story.Conflict arises from misunderstandings and lack of communication between partners.The character's guilt is a central theme that drives the plot forward.The dog serves as a symbol of loyalty and the emotional connection between characters.The investigation reveals hidden truths and the consequences of actions.The final twist challenges the audience's perception of the protagonist.The play highlights the impact of societal pressures on individual choices.Suspense is built through character interactions and the unfolding mystery.Suspense, Drama, Relationships, Suicide, Guilt, Investigation, Emotional Conflict, Playwriting, Mystery, Tragedy
Can boredom be a healthy part of childhood, rather than something parents need to constantly fix? Lester Kiewit speaks to registered counselling psychologist Charl Davids, Director at the Centre for Student Counselling and Development at Stellenbosch University, about whether today’s parents feel pressured to endlessly entertain their children, the guilt that can come with saying no, and why learning to sit with boredom may actually help children build independence, creativity, and emotional resilience. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this special, table-turning episode of Run the Numbers, CJ Gustafson steps out of the host's chair as Paul Stansik—Operating Partner at ParkerGale and author of the Hello Operator newsletter—takes over the interview. What began as a planned discussion on annual planning best practices quickly evolves into a candid deep dive on Mostly Media, CJ's growing niche B2B media business, and the thinking behind his own operating plan for the year ahead. Fresh off exiting his CFO role in January 2025, CJ walks through the origin story of Mostly Metrics, how it scaled into a broader media platform, and what it's like being “the boss of me” for the first time. Paul presses on the real questions—growth opportunities, monetization, and strategic tradeoffs—making this episode a transparent look at how a modern, metrics-driven media business is built and run.—SPONSORS:RightRev automates the revenue recognition process from end to end, gives you real-time insights, and ensures ASC 606 / IFRS 15 compliance—all while closing books faster. For RevRec that auditors actually trust, visit https://www.rightrev.com and schedule a demo.Tipalti automates the entire payables process—from onboarding suppliers to executing global payouts—helping finance teams save time, eliminate costly errors, and scale confidently across 200+ countries and 120 currencies. More than 5,000 businesses already trust Tipalti to manage payments with built-in security and tax compliance. Visit https://www.tipalti.com/runthenumbers to learn more.Aleph automates 90% of manual, error-prone busywork, so you can focus on the strategic work you were hired to do. Minimize busywork and maximize impact with the power of a web app, the flexibility of spreadsheets, and the magic of AI. Get a personalised demo at https://www.getaleph.com/runFidelity Private Shares is the all-in-one equity management platform that keeps your cap table clean, your data room organized, and your equity story clear—so you never risk losing a fundraising round over messy records. Schedule a demo at https://www.fidelityprivateshares.com and mention Mostly Metrics to get 20% off.Sage Intacct is a cloud financial management platform that replaces spreadsheets, automates workflows, and keeps your books audit-ready as you scale. It unifies accounting, ERP, and real-time reporting for finance, retail, logistics, tech, and professional services. With payback in under six months and up to 250% ROI, and eight years as the customer-satisfaction leader, Sage Intacct helps you take control of your growth: https://bit.ly/3Kn4YHtMercury is business banking built for builders, giving founders and finance pros a financial stack that actually works together. From sending wires to tracking balances and approving payments, Mercury makes it simple to scale without friction. Join the 200,000+ entrepreneurs who trust Mercury and apply online in minutes at https://www.mercury.com—LINKS:Paul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulstansik/Hello Operator: https://hellooperator.substack.com/CJ on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cj-gustafson-13140948/Mostly metrics: https://www.mostlymetrics.com—RELATED EPISODES:Portfolio Operations: This Is What You Actually Have To Do To Make Sure a Company Is Successfulhttps://youtu.be/pOj4JwGUTSoGrindr's $0 CAC Secret from the CFO Who Launched Disney+ | Vanna Krantzhttps://youtu.be/ijFIMmtpLNw—TIMESTAMPS:00:00:00 Preview and Intro00:02:10 Sponsors — RightRev | Tipalti | Aleph00:06:23 Episode Setup and Context00:07:22 Why This Episode Exists00:08:44 The Origin Story00:10:03 First Signs of Traction00:10:26 Memes, Early Growth, and “Big Ballers”00:12:01 Defining the Brand Feel00:13:28 Leaving a Job to Write00:15:07 Writing His Way to CFO00:16:26 Sponsors — Fidelity Private Shares | Sage Intacct | Mercury00:19:01 Growth Tactics That Worked00:21:31 First Monetization Moment00:22:13 Balancing CFO Life and Media00:24:06 Going All-In on the Business00:25:02 A CFO Lens on Media00:28:09 Asset Businesses vs Cash Flow00:31:35 How the Business Makes Money00:32:42 Revenue Compounding Over Time00:33:29 Scaling to $3M00:34:08 Partnerships and Buying Cycles00:36:19 Building the Core Team00:39:09 Adding Recruiting to the Mix00:41:01 Strategy for the Next Phase00:42:03 Boredom, Discipline, and Craft00:43:08 Defining the Core Audience00:46:09 Staying in the Game00:47:22 Advice for Creators00:49:15 Brand, Fun, and Value00:52:08 Following the Momentum00:53:14 Finding Your Unique Edge00:55:19 Enjoying the Build00:56:25 Closing and Outro#RunTheNumbersPodcast #creatoreconomy #mediabusiness #cfoperspective #buildinpublic This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cjgustafson.substack.com
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In this episode the crew from Retired Racehorse Radio share ideas for helping horses keep their brains active. Host: Coach JennTodays contributors: Retired Racehorse Radio, Bridget from New Vocations Racehorse AdoptionMy New HorseListen to more podcasts for horse people at Horse Radio Network
In this episode the crew from Retired Racehorse Radio share ideas for helping horses keep their brains active. Host: Coach JennTodays contributors: Retired Racehorse Radio, Bridget from New Vocations Racehorse AdoptionMy New HorseListen to more podcasts for horse people at Horse Radio Network
I manifested early retirement at 28 after manifesting a fully paid dream home, passive income and investments. What it taught me : • You can manifest anything you set your mind to! • After you manifest everything you wanted, life gets boring and it's perfect! Boredom is the peace you prayed for. • The more trauma you heal, the less ambitious you get. It's psychological, look it up! • I care about living a simple minimalistic life and i care about the planet hence no cars, no overconsumption & no excess of anything. • My personal opinion on materialism and travelling. • I realised my unique life purpose to go against the herd mentality and live peacefully blissfully life of my own on my own terms with full sovereignty. Message me on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/themetaphysicsmagic/?hl=en
This is a fan fav episode. You are living through exciting and strange times. There are so many technological advances with AI, space travel, NFTs, and a rapidly changing culture with social media, it's near impossible to just turn ‘off'. Let's admit it, FOMO is real and it keeps a lot of people connected when they're not even sure why they're connected. When was the last time you unplugged and took on a challenge you weren't sure you'd complete? How long has it been since you've sat with yourself in total silence or allowed yourself to just be bored out of your mind? Author and journalist, Michael Easter, joins me today to discuss his journey and share the lessons and insights he's gained from spending a month in the Arctic surviving. Hunting his own food, carrying heavy loads, and sitting with absolute boredom are just part of his story. As you listen to his story, it is my hope you will consider ways you step out of your comfort zone. There is something very freeing about being able to shake things up and break your routines and habits to improve the quality of your life in unconventional ways. This episode is about facing discomfort and finding new ways to challenge yourself for the better. Order Michael Easter's new book, The Comfort Crisis - https://amzn.to/3ihebjB Original air date: 8-5-2021 SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction to Michael Easter 1:05 | The Comfort Crisis Explained 3:02 | Journey to the Arctic 5:03 | Recovering from Alcohol 7:40 | Outside the Comfort Zone 8:55 | Helicopter Parenting Losing Challenges 12:16 | Touching Controversial Topics 14:53 | Challenges Surviving the Arctic 20:11 | Problem Creep 28:05 | Need for Rite of Passage 35:12 | Metaphorical Lions for Passage 41:19 | Comfort Creep & Habits 44:22 | Breaking Routine to be Present 47:45 | Discomfort and Boredom 50:00 | Benefits of Boredom 57:12 | Daily Routine 1:02:11 | Rucking & Human Design 1:14:05 | Killing His 1st Caribou 1:17:16 | Life Cycle & Mortality 1:27:16 | “This Too Shall Pass” 1:30:31 | Want to Live Forever? 1:39:12 | Assigning Meaning to Life 1:42:20 | Rites of Passage Transformation 1:46:12 | Problem Creep Comparison 1:50:34 | Finding Gratitude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week's blogpost - https://bahnsen.co/48ZUDcG The Importance of Embracing Boredom In this episode of the Thoughts and Money Podcast, host Trevor Cummings and guest Blaine Carver discuss the insights from Blaine's recent blog article titled 'You Need to Be Bored.' They explore how constant stimulation from technology can detract from addressing meaningful, big-picture financial questions, and how creating moments of boredom can lead to better financial decisions. The conversation also covers the pitfalls of making impulsive investment decisions and highlights the importance of having a structured financial plan. Additionally, they touch on the need for prioritizing high-importance and high-urgency financial tasks over less impactful activities. The hosts share their personal experiences with managing boredom and financial stress, emphasizing the value of focusing on long-term planning. They also reflect on how market distractions can lead to suboptimal investment behaviors and the cultural difficulty of being bored in today's fast-paced, tech-driven world. 00:00 Welcome to the Thoughts and Money Podcast 00:16 The Importance of Boredom 00:57 Arthur Brooks' Influence 02:39 Cultural Challenges with Boredom 03:34 Investment Behavior and Boredom 04:35 The Impact of Technology on Investing 05:23 The Role of Boredom in Creativity 06:51 The Psychology of Investing 10:54 The Value of Long-Term Investment Strategies 18:27 Micro vs. Macro Financial Planning 19:28 Prioritizing Financial Decisions 21:06 The Importance of Addressing Major Financial Issues 24:00 Balancing Urgency and Importance 25:52 Creating a Comprehensive Financial Plan 29:11 The Role of Boredom in Financial Planning 33:08 Avoiding Financial Distractions 39:03 Final Thoughts and Holiday Wishes Links mentioned in this episode: http://thoughtsonmoney.com http://thebahnsengroup.com
This episode is a replay from The Existential Stoic library. Enjoy! Do you find yourself rushing from one thing to the next? Do you feel stressed, overworked, exhausted? Are you afraid that if you slow down, you'll love momentum? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss how to slow down.Subscribe to ESP's YouTube Channel! Thanks for listening! Do you have a question you want answered in a future episode? If so, send your question to: existentialstoic@protonmail.com
Summary In this episode of Armed American Radio, host Mark Walters discusses the realities of prison life through the lens of an innocent man, Tate Adamiac, who is serving time for crimes he did not commit. The conversation explores the daily routines, conditions, and challenges faced by inmates, as well as the broader implications of the justice system and self-defense laws. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding these issues in the context of gun rights and personal freedom. Takeaways Mark Walters introduces the show and its focus on freedom. The conversation highlights the daily life of inmates in prison. Prison conditions are often harsh and inhumane. Boredom in prison can lead to violence and unrest. Food quality in prison is poor and often unsafe. Inmates use items like honey buns as currency. The justice system can be unforgiving, especially for the innocent. The importance of having legal support for self-defense cases. Political discussions reveal differing views on gun rights. The episode calls for awareness and action regarding prison reform. Keywords Armed American Radio, prison life, self-defense, gun rights, justice system, ATF, prison conditions, inmate stories, freedom, political discussion
Next week is Christmas, and as Michelle reflects on the season—what it holds, what it doesn't, and the quieter spaces many of us feel at this time of year—an insight from a yin yoga class offers an unexpected theme: boredom. In yin yoga, long-held poses can bring up discomfort, restlessness, and resistance…but what caught Michelle's attention was her teacher's invitation to notice boredom specifically. That word landed immediately, because boredom wasn't just present in the pose—it was familiar in life.From there, Michelle explores boredom as one of the “quieter” emotions we're rarely taught to recognize, name, or stay present with. She shares a powerful childhood message about packing emotions into a shoebox and putting them away, and explains how many adults grow up fluent in managing the “big” emotions—like anger, grief, or anxiety—while remaining unsure what to do with subtler ones like boredom. But emotions aren't problems to fix. They're signals—like dashboard lights—offering information from your nervous system about what's happening inside and around you.Boredom, Michelle suggests, is often uncomfortable not because it's painful, but because it's empty. It creates space, and for many of us, space doesn't feel safe. That's why boredom becomes prime buffering territory: snacking when we're not hungry, scrolling without thinking, turning on noise, opening tabs, staying busy—anything to outrun the sensation of “nothing happening.” The goal isn't to judge these patterns. It's to recognize them. Because bored eating often looks and feels different than hunger-based eating, and without emotional awareness, we end up eating at boredom rather than listening to what it's asking for.Michelle invites you to consider what boredom might be teaching: a need for rest, novelty, connection, creativity—or a deeper discomfort with being alone with yourself. She shares how boredom has shown up in her own seasons of hustle and burnout, and how her resistance to stillness once made meditation feel nearly impossible. And she offers a simple, powerful practice: notice boredom in micro-moments (red lights, waiting rooms, the kettle boiling), name it, feel it in your body, notice the urge to escape, and stay with it for just ten more seconds.The episode closes with a layered personal insight: the contrast between poses like pigeon—where discomfort makes the emotional message loud—and more comfortable poses where boredom emerges and the lesson is quieter. In that quiet, Michelle recognizes a theme that's been following her: patience. Not forcing action because of anxiety, but slowing down long enough to let the message come through. And she invites you to reflect on your own relationship with boredom—and to reach out and share what you discover.In this episode, you'll learn:Why boredom is a “quiet” emotion that often gets overlookedHow boredom creates space—and why space can feel unsafeWhat buffering is, and why boredom is prime buffering territory (food, scrolling, busyness, noise)How bored eating differs from hunger-based eatingHow emotions function as nervous system “dashboard lights,” not problems to fixWhat boredom may be trying to communicate (rest, connection, novelty, creativity, burnout, fear of stillness)A simple micro-practice to build tolerance for boredom: name it, feel it, notice the urge, pause for 10 secondsWhy learning to sit with boredom supports emotional resilience and body trustHow yin yoga revealed a deeper theme: patience, and letting decisions come from clarity rather than urgency Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Christmas can feel familiar. Almost too familiar. We know the songs, the story, and the traditions. And if we're not careful, that familiarity can slowly turn into boredom. In this message from Mark 6:1–6, we see Jesus return to His hometown and be dismissed by the very people who knew Him best. They weren't rejecting Him because He lacked power. They missed Him because they thought they already knew Him. This message reminds us that Christmas doesn't lose its power because the story isn't true. It loses its power when we stop being amazed by it. Jesus came close. And He invites us to see Him again with fresh eyes, renewed wonder, and a heart that remembers why He came at all. Sermon notes and discussion questions available at: https://www.citybridgechurch.org/messages Subscribe for weekly Sunday Messages on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Questions or feedback? DM us @citybridgecc or email info@citybridgechurch.org. Enjoyed the message? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.
Have you forgotten what it means to follow Christ? Are you prioritizing the wrong thing? Do you suffer from sinful boredom? In today's episode, Tanya shares how Isaiah 44:1-5 moves us from sinful boredom to holy enthusiasm. If you're listening on Spotify, tell us about yourself and where you're listening from! Read the Bible with us in 2026! This year, we're exploring the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passages: Isaiah 44:1-5
Is your daily life starting to feel like a copy-paste loop? Wake up, work, errands, dishes, Netflix, sleep and repeat? Feeling like the movie ground hog day? Do you feel bored in your life and marriage. You're not alone, MANY couples feel this exact same way. In this episode of the Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, we dive into a wonderfully practical and hope-filled conversation based on a fantastic blog article written by our good friend Nate Klemp, co-author of The 80/80 Marriage.Whether you're juggling kids, jobs, carpools, and clutter… or you're just noticing each day blending into the next. Instead of escaping domestic life or chasing constant thrill, he offers two simple but transformative ideas: little novelty and happy boredom.This episode is honest, relatable, and full of small shifts that can make a big difference in your connection as a couple. If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at amy@ultimateintimacy.com and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!
Blue was bored at school and wanted to work on something more suitable to his abilities— like being the best scientist on Earth. Mom says no, but encourages him to try something with Earth's computers. What could go wrong? ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️
Description:In this raw and relatable episode, Kristen invites listeners into an honest conversation about one of the most overlooked—but essential—parts of any transformation: the messy middle. From career pivots to personal growth, Kristen shares why this unglamorous phase is where true change actually happens.Using stories from her own life—unexpected setbacks, frustrating gym reps, snow days without WiFi, and even a drooping houseplant—Kristen makes a powerful case for why resilience, self-compassion, and showing up when it's boring and hard are the keys to sustainable success.Whether you're building something new, working through a tough season, or just tired of not seeing quick results, this episode is a must-listen. Kristen gives practical mindset shifts to help you stick with your goals after the excitement wears off—and before the big wins arrive.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why most people quit in the messy middle—and how you can be differentHow boredom, frustration, and slow progress are actually signs you're on the right trackThe importance of building "frustration tolerance"How to retrain your brain to spot micro-wins and signs of lifeWhy downsizing your goals can help you actually follow throughHow to find purpose and pride, even when the results aren't visible (yet)Key Takeaways:Progress is often quiet, slow, and unsexy—but it's still progress.The “messy middle” isn't a problem; it's the process that transforms you.You don't need motivation to stay committed—you need consistency.Building something meaningful requires boring, repetitive reps over time.Boredom is a gateway to creativity, not something to run from.Timestamps:0:58 – Recording from the basement: Life without internet2:45 – Why we love beginnings and endings—but struggle with the middle4:44 – What Kristen's “skyscraper year” taught her about digging deep foundations7:34 – Lessons from her daughter's piano practice (and adult frustration tolerance)10:13 – Why high achievers struggle when they're not good at something right away13:18 – Training your brain to look for signs of life15:21 – How to stay in the game when results are slow17:23 – 5 ways to thrive in the messy middle20:03 – Reflecting on 2025: Measuring internal wins, not just external resultsConnect with Kristen:Visit www.kristenboss.com for coaching, courses, and more resources.Loved the episode?Screenshot and share it on Instagram—tag @thekristenboss so she can shout you out!Leave a rating and review to help others discover the show.Send it to a friend who's stuck in the messy middle and needs a dose of real talk
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, we delve into the importance of teaching children the purpose of boredom. Dr. Kathy discusses the challenges parents face when their kids experience boredom and the potential negative consequences, including the turn to substances as a coping mechanism. Dr. Kathy shares valuable insights on how fostering resilience in the face of boredom can help children navigate life's challenges. The conversation highlights recent research indicating that many teens now use vaping as a way to relax from stress, underscoring the need for healthier coping strategies. Tune in for practical advice on guiding our youth through boredom and stress, helping them build essential life skills.
https://eggshelltherapy.com/podcast-blog/2025/12/05/why-we-still-feel-lonely-with-philosopher-lars-svendsen/Today I am speaking with philosopher Dr. Lars Svendsen about loneliness.We talk about why Norway, one of the most individualistic nations on earth, has some of the lowest loneliness rates in the world. We discuss why people who see their friends every single day actually report more loneliness than those who do not. Why participants in one study preferred giving themselves electric shocks over sitting alone with their thoughts for 15 minutes. Why chronically lonely people tend to be social perfectionists and what that means.We also get into what actually helps, and it is not what you might expect.It is a rich conversation, and I hope it leaves you feeling a little less alone.Or at least more hopeful.About Dr. Lars SvendsenDr. Svendsen is a Norwegian philosopher. He is a professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Bergen, Norway. He is the author of several books, including A Philosophy of Boredom (2005), Fashion: a Philosophy (2006), A Philosophy of Fear (2008), Work (2008), and A Philosophy of Freedom (2014). He has a unique ability to communicate difficult contemporary and international topics straightforwardly. Dr. Svendsen has received several prizes for his work, and his books have been translated into more than 35 languages.Eggshell Therapy and Coaching: eggshelltherapy.com About Imi Lo: www.imiloimilo.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/eggshelltherapy_imilo/ Newsletters: https://eepurl.com/bykHRzDisclaimers: https://www.eggshelltherapy.com/disclaimers Trigger Warning: This episode may cover sensitive topics including but not limited to suicide, abuse, violence, severe mental illnesses, relationship challenges, sex, drugs, alcohol addiction, psychedelics, and the use of plant medicines. You are advised to refrain from watching or listening to the YouTube Channel or Podcast if you are likely to be offended or adversely impacted by any of these topics. Disclaimer: The content provided is for informational purposes only. Please do not consider any of the content clinical or professional advice. None of the content can substitute mental health intervention. Opinions and views expressed by the host and the guests are personal views and they reserve the right to change their opinions. We also cannot guarantee that everything mentioned is factual and completely accurate. Any action you take based on the information in this episode is taken at your own risk.
Boredom used to be that thing you tried to avoid with a barstool and a bourbon. Now that you're sober(ish…or working on it), boredom hits different. It's quieter, sneakier, and honestly, kind of uncomfortable. In this week's episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane breaks down one of the biggest early sobriety traps straight from Chapter 4 of his new book Sober Guy, How Do I — how to handle boredom without losing your mind or your momentum. We'll talk about: Why boredom isn't actually the enemy, and what it's really trying to tell youHow alcohol used to be a “shortcut to stimulation,” and why your brain needs a little re-trainingWhy high performers, business owners, and dudes who've lived life in the red zone struggle with quiet time more than anyone. Practical strategies to turn boredom into clarity, purpose, and progress (yes, really) Shane keeps it authentic, honest, and slightly ridiculous, sharing stories from his own recovery journey plus some tools that have helped hundreds of men inside the Victory Circle community deal with downtime without sprinting toward the freezer for an IPA. If you've ever found yourself pacing around the kitchen muttering “I just need to DO something,” this one's for you. Actionable Takeaways ️ Do a 5-Minute Mental Check-In:Ask yourself: “Am I bored? Or am I avoiding something?” Write it down. Name it. Call the BS out loud. ️ Create a Boredom Menu:List 10 things you can do instead of drink when boredom hits — walk, push-ups, cold shower, call a dude in the community, read 3 pages of a book… whatever works. ️ Schedule Your Downtime:Don't wait for boredom to attack you — plan to be “unproductive” on purpose. Structure actually creates freedom. Want to go deeper? Join our FREE men's community — The Victory Circle to connect with other high-performing guys who are quitting drinking and leveling up in business, marriage, health, and mindset.Grab Shane's new book, Sober Guy, How Do I, on Amazon and get all 12 chapters of practical, no-nonsense sobriety guidance.Apply for 1-on-1 coaching with Shane if you're ready for serious accountability, clarity, and momentum in your sobriety and life. Listen in, laugh a little, and remember — you're not “bored,” you're becoming awake. Let's go. Check out Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I: REAL ANSWERS FOR MEN WHO WANT TO QUIT DRINKING, LEAD STRONG, AND WIN AT LIFE https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout AMPLIFY Sober Voices Event - https://amplify.soberliferocks.com/ Tired of Drinking? Try Our 30 Day Quit Drinking Dude Challenge! - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days Work with Shane 1 on 1 Coaching - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/ Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast Follow us on X @ThatSoberGuyPod Music - Going Late courtesy of Humans & Haven Sounds Inc. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What if the key to creativity, meaning, and happiness isn't doing more, but doing less?When I realized I was spending 10 hours a week on Instagram, I knew something had to change. But instead of replacing it with more productivity hacks, I discovered something counterintuitive: my brain needs boredom.In this episode, I explore why eliminating boredom from our lives might be the root cause of modern depression and anxiety, and how embracing those uncomfortable moments of “doing nothing” can unlock creativity, meaning, and happiness.What You'll Learn:* Why humans prefer electric shocks over being alone with their thoughts* The Default Mode Network and what happens when your brain has nothing to do* Why eliminating boredom might be causing our epidemic of depression* How Agatha Christie, Neil Gaiman, and Kate Nash used boredom to fuel their creative breakthroughs* Practical challenges to reclaim boredom in your lifeTimestamps:0:00 - My 10-hour Instagram problem2:15 - What happens when you're bored4:30 - The electric shock experiment6:45 - Why we've engineered boredom out of our lives9:20 - The boredom challenge11:40 - How to get bored more often14:15 - Famous creators who credit boredom for their success17:30 - Book of the Week: Unreasonable Hospitality21:45 - Check This Out: 10-minute endometriosis test breakthroughLinks☀️ Are You Wasting Your Dopamine Budget Before Breakfast? - https://www.ninasnotes.xyz/p/153-are-you-wasting-your-dopamine48-Hour Phone Detox - https://www.ninasnotes.xyz/p/128-48-hours-unpluggedCONNECT WITH MENewsletter: https://www.ninasnotes.xyzLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninapatrick/Website: https://www.ninapatrick.xyz Get full access to Nina's Notes at www.ninasnotes.xyz/subscribe
How should people in ministry relate to boredom and the nature of repetition? Mark and Jonathan talk about the good and the concerns on how we relate to those things. You can enter the giveaway at mbts.edu/pastorstalk
Apply for coaching here00:00 Seasonal Affective Reflections02:35 The Holiday Hustle: Parenting and Festivities05:11 Navigating Food Noise and Emotional Eating10:56 Understanding Weight Fluctuations and Body Image22:26 Sustaining Lifestyle Changes: The Journey Beyond Goals35:44 Adapting Fitness Goals to Life Changes36:30 Understanding Weight Progression in Strength Training38:02 The Truth About Liposomal Vitamin C39:57 Nutrition Absorption Myths and Realities41:55 Mindful Eating and Its Importance43:11 The Impact of Stress on Appetite45:28 Strategies for Final Weight Loss Goals52:50 Mindset Shifts for Sustainable Weight Management54:30 Navigating Life's Challenges with Resilience
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In this episode, I talk about the boredom of consistency.
Can't be bothered with email or speak pipe? Text us!Welcome to the first Youtube video version of the pod! Watch it hereSorry for the sound quality for the first 10 minutes - promise it gets better when we remembered to turn the mics on! The filming/recording took ages, through many interruptions, and bad technical decisions... so much effort in fact, that we are not sure if we will do it again. Let us know if you like it and we might persist!In this episode we talk about Boredom at work. Inger reads Jason in on the literature and floats her theory that the PhD is an exercise in training boredom tolerance.Things we mentioned:Thesis Whisperer post about boredom in PhD studySavers - the thrifting superstoreAn academic affair - new romance book set in Australian Academia by Jodie McAllisterThe Dopamine Brain (book)Enshittification (book)One Battle After AnotherTron: AresSoul by PixarScispace AIGot thoughts and feel pinions? Want to ask a question? You can email us on - Leave us a message on www.speakpipe.com/thesiswhisperer. - See our workshop catalogue on www.ontheregteam.com. You can book us via emailing Jason at enquiries@ontheregteam.com- Subscribe to the free, monthly Two Minute Tips newsletter here (scroll down to enter your email address) - We're on BlueSky as @drjd and @thesiswhisperer (but don't expect to hear back from Jason, he's still mostly on a Socials break).- Read Inger's stuff on www.thesiswhisperer.com. - If you want to support our work, you can sign up to be a 'Riding the Bus' member for just $2 a month, via our On The Reg Ko-Fi site
Phones and AI aren't going anywhere, so the goal isn't to ban them, but to help our kids integrate them wisely. In this episode, we'll explore how constant connectivity impacts a child's ability to focus, plan, regulate emotions, and problem-solve. We'll look at why kids and teens are especially vulnerable to the “instant relief” loop that phones provide, and how AI can both support and hinder their growing brains.Most importantly, we'll talk about what parents can do: how to set boundaries that actually stick, how to preserve core executive functioning skills, and how to help your child build the resilience they'll need in a world where technology is always within reach.Jennifer's Takeaways:Impact of Cell Phones and AI on Kids' Focus and Problem-Solving Skills (00:00)Challenges of Multitasking with Multiple Screens (02:46)Balancing AI Use with Critical Thinking Skills (03:50)The Role of Boredom in Developing Creativity (05:47)Teaching Kids to Use AI as a Coach, Not a Crutch (07:05)The Future of AI in Education and Parenting (08:09)Meet Jennifer KolariJennifer Kolari is the host of the “Connected Parenting” weekly podcast and the co-host of “The Mental Health Comedy” podcast. Kolari is a frequent guest on Nationwide morning shows and podcasts in the US and Canada. Her advice can also be found in many Canadian and US magazines such as; Today's Parent, Parents Magazine and Canadian Family.Kolari's powerful parenting model is based on the neurobiology of love, teaching parents how to use compassion and empathy as powerful medicine to transform challenging behavior and build children's emotional resilience and emotional shock absorbers.Jennifer's wisdom, quick wit and down to earth style help parents navigate modern-day parenting problems, offering real-life examples as well as practical and effective tools and strategies.Her highly entertaining, inspiring workshops are shared with warmth and humour, making her a crowd-pleasing speaker with schools, medical professionals, corporations and agencies throughout North America, Europe and Asia.One of the nation's leading parenting experts, Jennifer Kolari, is a highly sought- after international speaker and the founder of Connected Parenting. A child and family therapist with a busy practice based in San Diego and Toronto, Kolari is also the author of Connected Parenting: How to Raise A Great Kid (Penguin Group USA and Penguin Canada, 2009) and You're Ruining My Life! (But Not Really): Surviving the Teenage Years with Connected Parenting (Penguin Canada, 2011).
We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Is it burnout—or boredom? In this episode of The Champion Forum Podcast, we break down the top signs of leadership boredom, workplace disengagement, and low motivation. Discover why leaders feel unchallenged, how boredom impacts team performance, and proven strategies to reignite curiosity, increase engagement, and elevate leadership growth. Learn how to set bigger goals, raise standards, mentor others, and create new challenges that boost productivity and prevent burnout.
After a small existential crisis, Pete asks Jen how he might tell the difference between being competent or complacent.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is the relationship between boredom, competency, and complacency?How might the repetition of a workshop, keynote, or show create an illusion of complacency?Why is having a coach, mentor, or trusted friend important in the viewing of your own work?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O' Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, and other interesting things that Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get in touch, send an email to: hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com.Learn more about Pete's work here (https://humanperiscope.com/) and Jen's work here (https://jenwaldman.com/).
Are you actually productive…or just busy all the time?In this episode, speaker, coach and author Donna McGeorge flips the usual productivity conversation on its head. Instead of asking how to fit more in, she asks a harder question - What can you remove?We talk about the constant low-level burnout most of us live with, the addiction to saying yes, and how often we sacrifice our future self just to avoid discomfort right now. Donna breaks down her idea of Red Brick Thinking - a way of strategically removing emotional, cultural and structural “bricks” so you can reclaim time, energy and attention.If you feel like you're always on and are still falling behind, this conversation will help you breathe, simplify, and start making decisions your future self will thank you for.Timestamps:(00:00) Trailer(00:33) Introduction (01:01) Meet Donna McGeorge(01:44) Rethinking Productivity(02:58) Balancing Workload & Personal Well-being(10:31) The Impact of Technology on Our Lives(13:34) The Value of Downtime & Boredom(17:52) Reevaluating Ambition & Success(28:09) The Importance of Small, Consistent Steps(29:42) The Power of Incremental Improvement(30:41) Being Present in a Distracted World(36:46) Financial Struggles & Simplifying Life(38:30) The Joy of Subtraction (Red Brick Thinking)(47:37) Reflections & Personal Insights(50:51) Closing Thoughts & Final QuestionsAccess FREE Move Your Mind training here:https://go.moveyourmind.io/trainingConnect with Nick:Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracksWebsite: http://nickbracks.comEmail: contact@nickbracks.comConnect with Donna:Website: https://donnamcgeorge.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this episode of Crazy Wisdom, Stewart Alsop sits down with Guillermo Schulte to explore how AI is reshaping up-skilling, re-skilling, and the future of education through play, from learning games and gamification to emotional intelligence, mental health, and the coming wave of abundance and chaos that technology is accelerating; they also get into synchronous vs. asynchronous learning, human–AI collaboration, and how organizations can use data-driven game experiences for cybersecurity, onboarding, and ongoing training. To learn more about Guillermo's work, check out TGAcompany.com, as well as TGA Entertainment on Instagram and LinkedIn.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:00 Stewart Alsop opens with Guillermo Schulte on up-skilling, re-skilling, and AI's accelerating impact on work.05:00 They explore play-based learning, video games as education, and early childhood engagement through game mechanics.10:00 Conversation shifts to the overload in modern schooling, why play disappeared, and the challenge of scalable game-based learning.15:00 Guillermo contrasts synchronous vs asynchronous learning and how mobile access democratizes education.20:00 They reflect on boredom, creativity, novelty addiction, and how AI reshapes attention and learning.25:00 Discussion moves to AGI speculation, human discernment, taste, and embodied decision-making.30:00 They explore unpredictable technological leaps, exponential improvement, and the future of knowledge.35:00 Abundance, poverty decline, and chaos—both from scarcity and prosperity—and how societies adapt.40:00 Mental health, emotional well-being, and organizational responsibility become central themes.45:00 Technical training through games emerges: cybersecurity, Excel, and onboarding with rich data insights.50:00 Guillermo explains the upcoming platform enabling anyone to create AI-powered learning games and personalized experiences.Key InsightsAI is accelerating the urgency of up-skilling and re-skilling. Guillermo highlights how rapid technological change is transforming every profession, making continuous learning essential for remaining employable and adding value in a world where machines increasingly handle routine tasks.Play is humanity's native learning tool—and video games unlock it for adults. He explains that humans are wired to learn through play, yet traditional education suppresses this instinct. Learning games reintroduce engagement, emotion, and curiosity, making education more intuitive and scalable.Gamified, asynchronous learning can democratize access. While synchronous interaction is powerful, Guillermo emphasizes that mobile-first, game-based learning allows millions—including those without resources—to gain skills anytime, closing gaps in opportunity and meritocracy.Emotional intelligence will matter more as AI takes over technical tasks. As AI becomes increasingly capable in logic-heavy fields, human strengths like empathy, leadership, creativity, and relationship-building become central to meaningful work and personal fulfillment.Novelty and boredom shape how we learn and think. They discuss how constant novelty can stunt creativity, while boredom creates the mental space for insight. Future learning systems will need to balance stimulation with reflection to avoid cognitive overload.Abundance will bring psychological challenges alongside material benefits. Stewart and Guillermo point out that while AI and robotics may create unprecedented prosperity, they may also destabilize identity and purpose, amplifying the already-growing mental health crisis.AI-powered game creation could redefine education entirely. Guillermo describes TGA's upcoming platform that lets anyone transform documents into personalized learning games, using player data to adapt difficulty and style—potentially making learning more effective, accessible, and enjoyable than traditional instruction.
When Cal looks back on his life, he sees a relentless drive that's guided him to his 69th birthday: Never be bored. His past reveals a simple truth. Boredom ends where curiosity begins.
In this episode, John explores why boredom isn't something to avoid but a necessary part of deep learning and true skill development. He explains how repetition and quiet focus strengthen coordination, awareness, and creativity over time. Learning to stay present through the dull moments is what transforms practice into mastery. Episode highlights: Quiet moments can spark new ideas and reflections. Boredom is not a flaw, but a luxury we've lost. Consistency in practice is key to achieving brilliance. To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, on-line courses, Voiceschool.com featuring his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com
A seminar about the power of Fandom by the team that brought you "Bore to Win" and the "Seven Stages of Banter". Sleep should come first closely followed by health, wealth and happiness.This is a special release from the SWM Vault. It's been remastered and re-edited, but it might be a little looser than a new episode. If you want access to the full vault, you can join Sleep With Me Plus at sleepwithmepodcast.com/plusGet your Sleep With Me SleepPhones. Use "sleepwithme" for $5 off!!Are you looking for Story Only versions or two more nights of Sleep With Me a week? Then check out Bedtime Stories from Sleep With MeShow Artwork by Emily TatGoing through a hard time? You can find support at the Crisis Textline and see more global helplines here.HELIX SLEEP - Take the 2-minute sleep quiz and they'll match you to a customized mattress that'll give you the best sleep of your life. Visit helixsleep.com/sleep and get a special deal exclusive for SWM listeners!ZOCDOC - With Zocdoc, you can search for local doctors who take your insurance, read verified patient reviews and book an appointment, in-person or video chat. Download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE at zocdoc.com/sleep PROGRESSIVE - With the Name Your Price tool, you tell Progressive how much you want to pay for car insurance, and they'll show you coverage options that fit your budget. Get your quote today at progressive.comKINDRED - Kindred is a members-only home swapping network. It isn't a hotel. It isn't a short-term rental. It's a smarter way to travel where each stay feels like home. Apply now at LiveKindred.com and use code SLEEP to join for free. Plus, you'll earn 5 nights of travel credit just for signing up!ODOO - Odoo is an all-in-one management platform with a suite of user-friendly applications designed to simplify and connect every aspect of your company in one, easy-to-use software. Odoo is the affordable, all-in-one management software with a library of fully-integrated business applications that help you get MORE done in LESS time for a FRACTION of the price.To learn more, visit www.odoo.com/withmeUNCOMMON GOODS - Uncommon Goods scours the globe for original, remarkable, handmade things. Surprise your friends and family with unique - and even personalized! - gifts this holiday season. Head to uncommongoods.com/sleep for 15% off!EVERYDAY DOSE - Everyday Dose combines high quality coffee with powerful ingredients like Lion's Mane and Chaga, collagen protein, and nootropics to fuel your brain, boost focus, and give you clean, sustained energy all day long. Head to EverydayDose.com/SLEEP for 61% off your first Coffee+ Starter Kit, a free A2 Probiotic Creamer, and over $100 in free gifts. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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The Love, Happiness and Success Podcast With Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby
Let's get honest for a second. Porn addiction isn't really about sex. It's about connection… about loneliness, shame, and the ache to feel close to something when life feels empty or overwhelming. My guest for this episode, Sathiya Sam, knows that pain deeply. After a 15-year struggle with porn addiction, he rebuilt his life and now helps others do the same through his Deep Clean program - a compassionate, science-meets-spirituality approach that helps people stop using porn and start building real connection again. We're talking about what really drives addiction, the role of purpose and community in recovery, how to protect kids in this new digital world, and what AI “relationships” mean for the future of intimacy. It's a deep, human conversation about healing, hope, and the real work of reclaiming yourself. Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Porn Addiction Is About Connection, Not Willpower 01:17 Sathiya Sam's Recovery Story and Deep Clean Method 07:21 Purpose, Boredom, and the Root Causes of Porn Use 13:44 Protecting Kids From Early Exposure 18:24 AI, Loneliness, and Synthetic Intimacy 30:11 Healing Through Community and Real Connection 34:32 Why Your Partner Shouldn't Be Your Accountability Partner 39:34 First Steps to Quit Porn for Good Sometimes the hardest part is admitting you need a little help, and the bravest thing you can do is take that first step. If you're ready to start your own growth and healing journey, you can get support from Sathiya here: https://www.sathiyasam.com/growing-self. Let them know Dr. Lisa sent you! ❤️ You don't have to carry this by yourself. Real change is possible… and it starts with connection. xoxo, Dr. Lisa Marie BobbyGrowing Self P.S. I'd also love to hear what resonated for you or what ideas you'd like me to explore next. Let's keep the conversation going!
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My guest is Dr. Jennifer Groh, PhD, professor of psychology and neuroscience at Duke University. She explains how our brain encodes sights and sounds and integrates them so we can navigate and understand the world around us. She explains what thoughts really are and how what you focus on determines your thoughts, not just in that moment but your future thoughts too. We discuss this in the context of how to improve your level of focus and happiness and how to complete tasks and task-switch more effectively. We also discuss how you can rewire the neural circuits that underlie your default patterns of thinking and attention. Sponsors AGZ by AG1: https://drinkagz.com/huberman Lingo: https://hellolingo.com/huberman Wealthfront*: https://wealthfront.com/huberman Our Place: https://fromourplace.com/huberman Helix Sleep: https://helixsleep.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Timestamps 0:00 Jennifer Groh 3:41 Sounds & Vision, Sensory Integration; Dynamic Maps 7:42 Context & Mapping; Screens, Projection & Perception, Ventriloquists 13:52 Sound Localization 16:53 Sponsors: Lingo & Wealthfront 19:50 Hearing Loss & Sound Localization, Ear Folds 21:56 Unfamiliarity of Hearing Your Own Voice; Tool: Bone Conduction Headphones 26:16 Tool: Headphone Volume & Protecting Hearing 28:57 3D Sound, Sound Distance, Thunder, Earthquakes 37:24 Sound Integration; Sound Frequency & Distance, Warning Signals 44:36 Sponsors: AGZ by AG1 & Our Place 47:39 Music, Rhythm, Community & Emotion 57:00 Music, Military; Courtship; Evolution of Music & Language 1:02:37 Ears, Visual & Auditory Integration, Sound Localization 1:09:48 Evolution of Visual & Auditory Systems, Music; Brain Controlling Vision 1:15:17 Sponsor: Helix Sleep 1:16:45 Physical Space & Sounds; Cathedrals, Sound Delay 1:22:37 Music, Emotion & Community; Science & Admitting Weakness 1:27:01 Thinking & Sensory Simulations; Forming Thoughts 1:33:18 Attention, Attractor States, Flow States, Tool: Changing Environment 1:37:38 Sounds & Environment for Focus, Attention, Tool: Mental Interval Training 1:44:37 Sponsor: LMNT 1:45:58 Endurance & Interval Mental Work; Mental Rest, Music 1:50:37 Musician, Rehearsal & Performance; Pressure 1:54:16 Chickens; Hypnotizing Chickens, Visual Attention & Focus 2:03:47 Relaxation, Phones & Schools, Boredom, Social Media 2:12:48 Acknowledgements 2:13:58 Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter *This experience may not be representative of other Wealthfront clients, and there is no guarantee of future performance or success. Experiences will vary. The Cash Account, which is not a deposit account, is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. The base APY is 3.50% on cash deposits as of November 07, 2025, is representative, subject to change, and requires no minimum. If eligible for the overall boosted rate of 4.15% offered in connection with this promo, your boosted rate is also subject to change if the base rate decreases during the 3 month promo period. Funds in the Cash Account are swept to program banks, where it earns the variable APY. New Cash Account deposits are subject to a 2-4 day holding period before becoming available for transfer. Investment advisory services are provided by Wealthfront Advisers LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Securities investments: not bank deposits, bank-guaranteed or FDIC-insured, and may lose value. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices