Podcasts about Boredom

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Orla O'Flaherty is back! This time we're getting personal — nervous system regulation, hormones, and how to manage stress while you're building a business (because let's be honest, that stress is real).We talk about why slow, steady reputation-building beats chasing follower counts, why networking still matters, and where AI genuinely helps with the practical stuff — but where it can also keep you stuck in your head and make loneliness worse if you start using it as your therapist.Orla walks through her somatic tools — "anchors," full-body yes/no signals, and why feeling and releasing uncomfortable emotions (anger especially) beats bypassing them every time. We get into the link between anxiety and control/safety, why awareness has to come with embodiment, and then into the cycle stuff — the cortisol-progesterone relationship, how blood sugar regulation supports your stress levels, appetite, and workplace realities. And why compassion, not shame, is what actually changes behaviour.Timestamps: 00:00 Podcast Intro Orla Returns 01:03 Being Searchable Slow Growth 03:24 Quality Followers Real Business 05:18 Redefining Businesswoman Mindset 06:51 AI Versus Human Connection 14:13 Anchors Stop Chasing 16:30 Manifestation Want Versus Need 20:42 Hypervigilance And Emotions 22:07 Anger Suppression Release 25:59 Anxiety Control And Safety 27:28 Childhood Wiring and Change 28:04 Awareness Before Bodywork 28:57 AI as Somatic Mirror 30:34 Spiritual Bypass and Fitness 32:42 Full Body Yes and No 34:42 Boredom and Routine Tension 36:50 Cyclical Structure for Women 39:28 Cycle Myths and Hormone Phases 45:10 Cortisol Blood Sugar Link 49:45 Food Basics Under Stress 52:46 Support Without Shame 55:43 Dismantling Inner ShameLinks & Resources: Instagram - Orla O'Flaherty here Apply for LeadHer business mentorship here Apply for NourisHer health & fitness coaching here Subscribe to my weekly coaching newsletter here Access my FREE calorie calculator here Connect with me on Instagram here Connect with me on Facebook here Connect with me on TikTok here Connect with me on YouTube hereIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with friends who might benefit.Music b LiQWYD Free download: hypeddit.com/link/xxtopb [http://hypeddit.com/link/xxtopb] Promoted by FreeMusicPromo [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbycji-eySnM3WD8mbxPUSQ] / @freemusicpromo

Bitcoin desire sentiment has fallen to an eight-year low, a contrarian signal that historically aligns with market bottoms rather than tops.Michael Sullivan, an engineer and author, applies machine learning to individual X accounts to track granular Bitcoin emotions and moods over time.He examines how entry eras shape lasting narratives, why pro-BIP 110 cohorts show strikingly low conviction, how individual tracking avoids bot pollution, and why boredom plus infighting often mark optimal accumulation zones.Timestamps:01:44 — Conviction Isn't Bullish or Bearish07:05 — Why Individual X Tracking Beats Bots09:53 — Desire Peaks Flag Bull Market Tops11:49 — Bitcoin Desire Hits 8-Year Low16:27 — New Bitcoiners Angriest Right Now21:00 — Bitcoin Entry Era Shapes Your Views Forever?22:48 — BIP 110 Backers Show Strikingly Low Conviction25:33 — Pro-BIP 110 Group Lives in Its Own Bubble28:39 — BIP110 Brigading Creates Fake Consensus31:57 — OGs Optimistic, Plebs Stay Angry37:13 — X Algo Shift Sparks Bitcoin Optimism39:57 — Why Sentiment Metrics Fail for Trading41:55 — Boredom and Infighting Signal Bitcoin BottomLinks: Michael's X: https://x.com/SullyMichaelvanBitcoin Sentiment Weekly on Substack: https://sentimentsully.substack.comMichael's novel, Blood of the Bourgeoisie: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Bourgeoisie-Michael-R-Sullivan-ebook/dp/B0FRZTM49YStephan Livera links:Follow me on X: @stephanliveraSubscribe to the podcastSubscribe to Substack

I was motivated by a post from Analyze This, Mister Bond about Fleming's point of view of boredom, so I decided to discuss it in my latest podcast!

One of the biggest surprises I see in porn addiction recovery is that many men aren't actually defeated by their cravings, they're defeated by boredom.The moment life slows down, the urges show up. You're home alone. The house is quiet. Your schedule opens up. Suddenly your mind starts wandering, fantasies begin creeping in, and it feels like you're fighting yourself all over again.Most recovery advice says to stay busy, avoid boredom, and keep yourself distracted.I think there's a better way.In this episode, I explain why boredom feels so dangerous after years of pornography addiction, how your brain becomes conditioned to expect constant stimulation, and why silence—which initially feels uncomfortable—can eventually become one of the greatest tools for lasting sobriety.We'll explore the neuroscience of dopamine, why modern technology has trained our attention toward distraction and instant gratification, and how that environment makes quitting porn much harder than it needs to be.We'll also talk about an important distinction that has completely changed the way I approach recovery: idleness fuels addiction, but silence fuels recovery.When you understand the difference, everything begins to change.I also share why I believe libido is far more than simply sexual drive. It is life energy—energy that can either be expressed intentionally through purpose, relationships, creativity, and service, or unconsciously through pornography and other destructive coping behaviors.Finally, I walk through five practical ways you can begin retraining your mind and nervous system to experience peace instead of chaos:• Daily contemplation• Technology-free time• Prayer or meditation• Quiet presence with the people you love• Intentional breathing practicesIf you've ever wondered why being alone or feeling bored seems to trigger porn cravings, this episode will help you understand what's happening inside your brain—and more importantly, how to begin changing it.Freedom isn't built by filling every empty moment with more noise.It's built by creating a life that no longer needs constant stimulation to feel alive.If this episode encouraged you, I'd love for you to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it.If you're ready to stop fighting pornography alone and build a personalized recovery plan that actually fits your life, I'd love to work with you.Link to Blog Article for this EpisodeVisit No More Desire Tools for Recovery for recovery tools and training, including my free eBook, Workshop, The RAIL Method ™ and more to help you break free from porn.If you're tired of trying to quit porn on your own, the No More Desire Academy gives you a structured path to recovery through coaching, brotherhood, practical tools, and step-by-step training. Learn more about the Academy.If you want deeper, more personalized support, I also offer 1-on-1 porn addiction recovery coaching. We'll work directly on your patterns, emotional triggers, recovery plan, and long-term growth. Learn more about working 1-on-1 with Jake Kastleman.God bless, my friend.My gratitude for the music in this episode (in order of appearance) goes to Ievgen Poltavskyi, Mikhail Smusev& Viacheslav Starostinfrom Pixabay.Support the showNo More Desire

Boredom isn't just annoying for ADHD brains. It can feel unbearable, even painful. Dr. J breaks down the real science behind why: dopamine sensitivity, warped time perception, and an overactive default mode network.  Learn why boredom fuels doomscrolling, impulsive spending, avoidance spirals, and relationship friction. Then get four practical strategies to work with your brain instead of against it, from micro-rewards to environmental design to building genuine boredom tolerance. For more on this topic  Watch: ADHD and dating: Why the spark burns bright (then fades fast) Read: ADHD and boredom For a transcript and more resources, visit The ADHD Channel for Women on Understood.org. You can also email us at podcast@understood.org. Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why do people get bored? Can boredom become spiritually dangerous? Is boredom merely a feeling—or can it lead to destructive habits, addiction, sin, and even despair?In this thought-provoking lecture, Ustaz Dr. Abdulfattah Adeyemi explores boredom from an Islamic, psychological, and practical perspective. Drawing upon the Qur'an, human behaviour, and everyday experiences, he reveals how boredom can quietly become one of the greatest enemies of personal growth, productivity, faith, and emotional well-being.Discover why many people turn to unhealthy relationships, addictions, immoral entertainment, crime, procrastination, or even depression simply to escape boredom—and howIslam offers a lasting cure by reconnecting us to purpose, meaningful work, beneficial relationships, and remembrance of Allah.In this lecture, you will learn:The hidden causes of boredom and why it affects almost everyone.The relationship between boredom, idleness, sin, and moral decline.Why an idle mind becomes vulnerable to negative thoughts and destructive habits.The powerful connection between purpose, productivity, and happiness.Practical "boredom busters" rooted in both psychology and Islamic teachings.How work, environment, finances, food, company, travel, reading, writing, prayer, and beneficial activities influence your emotional health.Why discovering your purpose in life is the ultimate antidote to boredom.How the Qur'an and Sunnah transform empty living into meaningful living.Whether you are a student, professional, parent, entrepreneur, counselor, youth leader, or someone struggling with procrastination, loneliness, lack of motivation, orpurposelessness, this lecture will help you transform idle moments into opportunities for growth, worship, creativity, and success.Key Themes Islamic psychologyBoredom and mental well-beingProductivity and purposeIdleness versus meaningful livingFaith and emotional resiliencePersonal developmentSelf-disciplineSpiritual growthTime managementLiving with purposeTrue fulfilment is not found in endless entertainment but in living a life of purpose, consciousness, service, and closeness to Allah.If this lecture benefits you:Share your reflections in the comments.Share it with someone who may be struggling with boredom, loneliness, or lack of purpose.Subscribe for more authentic Islamic lectures on family, faith, counseling, psychology, personal development, and contemporary issues affecting Muslims.Book forCounselling/Therapy session here:https://calendly.com/abdulfattahadeyemi/counseling-therapyDownload the Adeyemi App from Google Play:  https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kwickapp.panel.android665e0fb9ed2faVisit: www.adeyemi.ng⁠Join Abdulfattah Adeyemi's Community:https://t.me/+Gz7wGuTsRLRmNzU0⁠FOLLOW ME ON:Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ve9GDn0C01bVIffD9D8sS?si=-4hvd8wRQRGuX3uWsuiwQAInstagram: @dr.abdulfattahadeyemiFacebook: @dr.abdulfattahadeyemiTikTok: @dr.abdulfattahadeyemiYouTube:www.youtube.com/@dr.abdulfattahadeyemi#Boredom #IslamicLecture #PurposeOfLife#Productivity #IslamicPsychology #MentalHealth #PersonalDevelopment#SelfDiscipline #TimeManagement #PurposeDrivenLife #RemembranceOfAllah #Faith#Motivation #IslamicReminder #MuslimLifestyle #SpiritualGrowth#EmotionalWellbeing #UstazAbdulfattahAdeyemi #Baynakum #Islam

Summer brings something many parents dread: bored kids. The familiar cry of "There's nothing to do!" often sends adults scrambling for activities or handing over a screen. But what if boredom isn't a problem to solve? What if it's one of the greatest opportunities for growth? In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne and Dr. Kathy explore why unstructured time builds competence, creativity, resilience, and self discovery. Together, they unpack research showing that boredom becomes one of God's most powerful classrooms when parents resist the urge to entertain and instead help children learn to engage with the world around them.

Text your thoughts and questions!Have you ever found yourself reaching for your phone the moment you have a few minutes of downtime? Or felt uncomfortable sitting in silence without something to watch, listen to, or do?We've come to believe that boredom is something to avoid at all costs. But what if boredom isn't a problem to solve? What if those quiet, unstructured moments are exactly what your brain needs to think more creatively, solve problems, and restore your mental energy?In this episode, Lisa challenges the belief that every moment needs to be filled with activity or content. She explores the fascinating neuroscience behind boredom, explains how your brain's default mode network supports creativity and insight, and shares simple ways to intentionally create space for productive mind-wandering. You'll learn why embracing boredom isn't wasting time—it's giving your brain one of the most valuable productivity tools available.This week, episode 322 of the Positively Living® Podcast explores why boredom is good for your brain and shares practical ways to use quiet moments to boost creativity, problem-solving, and mental well-being.Key Takeaways:Understand why boredom isn't a problem—but an important signal from your brain.Learn how the brain's Default Mode Network (DMN) supports creativity, reflection, and innovation.Discover why unstructured cognitive time is essential for productive thinking.Recognize how constant digital stimulation prevents your brain from making meaningful connections.Learn why mind wandering is a powerful tool for problem-solving and future planning.Explore the surprising research showing why people often avoid boredom at all costs.Understand how social media and constant scrolling can leave you feeling less satisfied over time.Learn why boredom can feel especially uncomfortable for people with ADHD—and why it's still valuable.Discover simple ways to create intentional low-stimulation pockets throughout your day.Learn why starting with just five minutes of quiet can strengthen your brain's creative capacity.Recognize the importance of observing your habits without judgment as you practice stillness.Reframe boredom as "unstructured cognitive time" to better appreciate its purpose.Learn why allowing children (and yourself) to experience boredom encourages creativity and independence.Hear how embracing quiet moments can support both your productivity and nervous system.Discover why making room for boredom may be one of the most productive habits you build.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Positively LivingⓇ and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/Stop trying to fit into someone else's productivity rules! Grab my free Productivity Toolkit, a collection of workbooks designed to help you explore how you work, uncover what truly matters to you, and create your very own energy-friendly systems. Get it here: www.positivelyproductive.com/plpkitCONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY:FacebookInstagramResourcesWork with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Episode 172: Why the Simple Act of Pausing Will Make You More ProductiveBook a Clarity CallAsync Coaching(Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Resources Page.)Dance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3Music by Ian and Jeff ZawrotnyStart your own podcast with Buzzsprout!I'm part of a free virtual event called Burn Beautiful, alongside over 25 experts in burnout, well-being, and leadership. My session is all about the minimum effective day, practical tools to make your days more sustainable. It's available through July 7th, is free, and you can listen on your own schedule. Go to positivelyproductive.com/beautiful26 to register. 

Harvard Law School graduate and former attorney, Ivana Greco – a prominent voice advocating for family policy joins Trending with Timmerie Episode Guide Why Children Need Free Play, Boredom, and Recess (3:00) How We Bring It Back (23:32) Parents rights and California tries to permit kids to 'divorce' their parents without cause (46:54) Tomorrow on Trending (51:38) Resources mentioned: Ivana Greco Substack https://substack.com/@thehomefront Episodes with Dr. Nicholas Kardaras on technology https://relevantradio.com/?cat=23210&s=NIcholas+Kardaras Book Digital Madness https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250278500/digital-madness Book Glow Kids https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250146557/glowkids Book: Good Pictures Bad Pictures: https://www.defendyoungminds.com/product/good-pictures-bad-pictures Book: Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr: https://www.defendyoungminds.com/product/good-pictures-bad-pictures-jr

How often are you bored nowadays? This hour we take a look at the psychology of boredom to learn what's happening in our minds when we're bored, and if there's any benefit to it. Plus, a look at boredom through history and literature. And, what makes a movie boring? GUESTS: James Danckert: A Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Waterloo. He is co-author of Out of My Skull: The Psychology of Boredom Peter Toohey: A Professor of Classics at the University of Calgary, and author of books including Boredom: A Lively History Mary Mann: The College Archivist at The Cooper Union, and the author of Yawn: Adventures in Boredom David Edelstein: America’s Greatest Living Film Critic Music featured (in order): No Rain – Blind Melon Bored – Billie Eilish One More Day – Todd Rundgren Still I Dream Of It – The Beach Boys Grand Ennui – Mike Nesmith I’m Bored – Iggy Pop Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“I crack the tab open, and I feel the cold metal… I hear the tink and give of the aluminum. And maybe when I'm done, I crush it into a small patty.” — Ian Bogost on the everyday enchantment of a Diet Coke can Don't sweat the small stuff is one of the most persistent (and annoying) mantras of the self-help industry. But the counter-intuitive Atlantic columnist Ian Bogost advises the opposite. In his new book, The Small Stuff, Bogost suggests that gratification lies in our appreciation of small stuff like the crinkle of empty Diet Coke cans and the foldability of plane tickets. Max Weber argued that disenchantment was the defining quality of modernity, but in The Small Stuff, Bogost maps a way back to it. What we need to get away from, he says, is “optimization” — metrics, feedback loops, money as a proxy for a place in heaven. Rather than the cult of delayed gratification, pick up that empty coke can and revel in its architectural glory. Or lick a tree. That's how to be enchanted in postmodernity. Five Takeaways •       Sweat the Small Stuff. Bogost inverts three decades of self-help orthodoxy: the small stuff is precisely what we should be sweating. The crack of a Diet Coke tab, the cold metal warming in your hand, the can crushed into a patty before the recycling bin — these sensory encounters are not where deep purpose lives, and Bogost never claims they are. But they recur every day, sometimes several times a day, and accepting them as meaningful rather than as noise to get through delivers what he calls a surprising payload of engagement and enchantment. For some it's Diet Coke; for others, woodworking, gardening, or the gear shift of a manual transmission. •       Dematerialization: How We Lost the World. The book's central diagnosis is what Bogost calls dematerialization — the slow disconnection from the physical world driven by convenience technologies. The QR code that replaced the concert ticket you might have pinned to a bulletin board. The automatic faucet you wave at awkwardly in the public restroom — which never works, and doesn't even save water; it just makes buildings easier to manage. The process is decades old, hardly limited to computers, and it stripped the texture from everyday life so gradually that nobody noticed what was being given up. •       It's Sensory, Not Physical — and Not Anti-Tech. This is not a go-touch-grass book. Bogost insists the small stuff is sensory rather than physical, and that smartphones are compelling precisely because they are delightful — the smooth glass that demands to be touched, the thunderstorm animation in the weather app. Everything is technology, including the clothes on your body and the language in your mouth. He gave his twelve-year-old a smartwatch rather than banning screens, because parenting means living in the same world as your kids — and kids must live a contemporary life to become the adults who invent the next one. •       We Already Got Rid of God — So Meaning Had to Move. Pressed on Weber and the Protestant ethic, Bogost argues that secularization emptied out the place where meaning used to live — good works justified by an infinite time in heaven — and replaced it with happiness, purpose, and wealth as proxies. The result is a hyper-optimized, future-oriented culture in which everything worth doing is worth doing for some later payoff. Bogost admits he struggles with this himself: the health wearable he wears while writing a book against quantification. What he loves about his morning walk isn't the step count. It's the twigs crunching underfoot. •       The Quietism Charge — and the AI Twist. Isn't this stoicism for the age of Trump, the same charge leveled at Heidegger's silence before the Nazis? Bogost anticipates the critique: we are and must be both political creatures and creatures who live moment to moment in our bodies — he asks no one to abandon the fight, only to stop missing the life underneath it. And the timing is no accident. As AI takes over the big stuff, Bogost suspects it may push us back into the sensory world — he consults ChatGPT about fixing his range thermostat, then goes and fixes it with his hands. About the Guest Ian Bogost is a contributing writer at The Atlantic and the author of eleven books, including The Small Stuff and Play Anything. He is the Barbara and David Thomas Distinguished Professor at Washington University in St. Louis, where he teaches computer science and engineering, film and media studies, and art and design. He is also an award-winning game designer whose work is held in collections including the Smithsonian American Art Museum. He is the author of The Small Stuff: How to Lead a More Gratifying Life (Simon & Schuster, July 7, 2026). References: •       The Small Stuff: How to Lead a More Gratifying Life by Ian Bogost (Simon & Schuster, July 7, 2026). The New Yorker: “Bogost's joy is infectious.” •       Play Anything: The Pleasure of Limits, the Uses of Boredom, and the Secret of Games (2016) — Bogost's earlier book, the subject of his June 2020 appearance on the show. •       Alien Phenomenology, or What It's Like to Be a Thing (2012) — Bogost's “straight up philosophy book” where he first explored the idea of wonder. •       Max Weber — the German sociologist who identified disenchantment as the defining quality of modernity, and whose The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism frames the discussion of delayed gratification and the afterlife. •       Matthew Crawford — mutual friend of host and guest, author of Shop Class as Soulcraft and The World Beyond Your Head, earlier explorers of the same terrain. •       Martin Heidegger — the philosopher whose ideas of thrownness and being-in-the-world haunt the book, though his name never appears in it, and whose Nazi-era quietism frames the political critique. About Keen On America Nobody asks more awkward questions than the Anglo-American writer and filmmaker Andrew Keen. In Keen On America, Andrew brings his pointed Transatlantic wit to making sense of the United States — hosting daily interviews about the history and future of this now venerable Republic. With nearly 3,000 episodes since the show launched on TechCrunch in 2010, Keen On America is the most prolific intellectual interview show in the history of podcasting. Website Substack 

What if the thing standing between you and your dream weight isn't willpower, discipline, or the right diet - but fear?In this episode, Laura breaks down Elizabeth Gilbert's Big Magic and applies it directly to losing weight for the last time. Perfectionism. Courage. Boredom. The letter to fear that will change the way you think about every excuse you've ever made.This isn't your typical weight loss episode. It's the one that reminds you why you started, and why you owe it to yourself to finish.One of our most downloaded episodes ever. We're bringing it back for summer because it's that good. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, hosts Lee-Sean Huang and Giulia Donatello sit down with Ian Bogost, a writer, designer, media scholar, contributing writer at The Atlantic, and professor at Washington University in St. Louis. Together, they explore the concept of "dematerialization" and the core ideas behind his latest book, This Small Stuff: How to Lead a More Gratifying Life. Ian shares how his multifaceted career, navigating both software design and cultural criticism, functions as a dialectical machine for understanding how human meaning is constructed. He challenges contemporary design dogmas around "frictionlessness" and outcomes-based UX, offering a refreshing invitation for designers to embrace mundane constraints, celebrate accidental experience, and reconnect with the sensory enchantment of everyday life.In This EpisodeThe designer-critic dialectic. Ian describes his career as a perpetual cycle between making and criticizing. For him, creating an object or game is a method of asking a question, while writing criticism is a vehicle for answering it—both serving the ultimate mystery of how humans derive meaning. Happiness vs. satisfaction vs. gratification. Ian breaks down three tiers of contentment. While happiness looks at long-term macro circumstances, satisfaction focuses on the pride of completing a project, and gratification is the fleeting, immediate sensory enchantment of the present moment—like ice clinking in a water bottle. The "wicked problem" of the modern door. Revisiting Don Norman's famous concept, Ian argues that modern doors don't fail due to bad design, but from an accumulation of competing successes. Fire codes, ADA compliance, and motorized automation layer, so many good intentions that the physical object ends up resisting us. The outcome trap of experience design. Ian observes that as design became heavily filtered through the computing sector, fields like interaction and UX design slowly stopped prioritizing actual experience. Instead, they focused intensely on business outcomes and optimized targets for organizations. Why "meaningful friction" is the wrong answer. Addressing the push to bring back "meaningful friction" to combat ultra-smooth glass screens, Ian calls the trend wrongheaded. Users don't want a task to be harder; they want a tactile loop of sensory connection to the machine, like a knob turning in defined physical increments. The vicarious gratification of ASMR. Reflecting on digital phenomena like ASMR and online "drain-clearing" videos, Ian views these creators as heroes. By treating ordinary objects with deep respect, they model a curiosity that can transform how viewers interact with their own everyday environments.  Living life sideways through orthogonality. Ian advocates for "orthogonality"—diversifying one's diet of sensory encounters by crossing boundaries into entirely different fields. True innovation arises from deeply exploring secondary constraints and productively marrying two completely unrelated domains. ResourcesIan Bogost's Official Website – https://bogost.com/This Small Stuff: How to Lead a More Gratifying Life by Ian Bogost – https://amzn.to/4ypiHBRThe Design of Everyday Things by Don Norman – https://amzn.to/4gWhSd8 Persuasive Games: The Expressive Power of Videogames by Ian Bogost – https://amzn.to/4p5IQBf Play Anything: The Pleasure of Limits, the Uses of Boredom, and the Secret of Games by Ian Bogost – https://amzn.to/4eZwgyD Julian Bleecker – https://julianbleecker.com/ Bruce Sterling – https://bruces.medium.com/ Listener feedback and voicemails – podcast@aiga.org 

Listen to today's podcast... “I'm bored, there's nothing to do”. As summer vacation begins for thousands of children this is far too often a familiar complaint. But boredom is generally a totally self-inflicted problem. The antidote to boredom is curiosity. Curiosity happens when you start to explore the world around you. You will be less likely to feel bored if you go out, get active, pick up a new hobby, or even volunteer. You will be too busy learning new things or meeting new people to feel bored. For children the anticipation of summer-fun wanes as the summer goes on and all those previously fun activities start to feel stale. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!  So Here are today's Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Anti-boredom Month with your family: Make up a new sport. When you've created new rules for an old game, your mind in more engaged and time flies by. Change the scenery – Set up a tent or a picnic area in your backyard. Put out a challenge. Design the classic scavenger hunt or let the kids design the challenge for an activity and see what they come up with. Come up with a list of the most boring things to do and see how the creative juices kick in. And if all else fails – suggest a list of chores that they can complete. You will be amazed at how quickly they can find activities to entertain themselves. Remember, If you like today's wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app. Discover how to take small steps towards a healthier, happier, less-stressed you by visiting my website at worksmartlivesmart.com #mentalhealth #hr

Why do constraints help kids thrive? Dr. Aliza Pressman & David Epstein reveal the counterintuitive science of raising resilient, confident children. If you've ever wondered whether making things easier for your kids is actually holding them back, this episode will stop you in your tracks. Dr. Aliza Pressman sits down with bestselling science writer David Epstein, author of Inside the Box, to unpack the research-backed case for constraints as one of the most powerful — and most misunderstood — tools in child development. From the Harvard Study of Adult Development's landmark findings on chores and confidence, to the neuroscience of why frustration tolerance is a skill every parent should be actively building, this conversation gives you concrete strategies you can implement this week. Starting at the dinner table. What you'll learn: Why assigning chores in kindergarten predicts higher self-confidence later, and how to frame them so kids actually want to do them What the Constraints-Led Approach (used by elite sports coaches) can teach every parent about stepping back and letting kids self-organize "Brain first, tool second," David's framework for navigating AI, screens, and the cognitive risks of passive consumption Why anomie (normlessness) drives youth anxiety and how clear family values and rituals act as a protective anchor This episode is brought to you by: Minnow: Cabana Capsule celebrates days spent lingering by the sea, soaking up the sun, and savoring the simple luxury of having nowhere to be. Shop the capsule starting July 7th at shopminnow.com and enter code MEETMINNOW15 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"The only way to build executive functions is through relationships and experiences. Not worksheets, not lectures, not in the classroom." In this episode, Heather and Mike McLeod dive into the growing conversation around ADHD, executive functioning, screen dependency, and the alarming reality of the youth mental health crisis unfolding right in front of us. This conversation challenges many of the narratives parents have been taught to accept about attention, behavior, motivation, and what children actually need to thrive. From the normalization of excessive screen use after COVID to the rise of social media pseudoscience and over-accommodation, this episode unpacks the deeper reasons so many kids are struggling with focus, emotional regulation, confidence, and failure to launch into adulthood. What to listen for: ☑️ Why ADHD has become more prominent in conversations about our children ☑️ Boredom is like going to the gym for your brain, and it's crucial to childhood "All of the things that are so crucial to developing a strong, healthy child and adolescent brain, we as the adults have kind of stolen from them. This is why we're in the middle of a horrible youth mental health crisis." ☑️ The reason this younger generation is falling behind and failing to advance like others ☑️ You build executive functions through relationships and experiences, not classwork "Executive functioning skills are the greatest predictor of success, and it's one of the most misunderstood sets of skills. Time management and organization is the smallest possible fraction of executive functions." ☑️ The four pillars of executive functioning skills for independence, positivity, and success ☑️ ADHD isn't actually an attention disorder; it's an executive functioning disorder "This generation of youth has gotten the most therapy, the most socio-emotional classes, and they're the most depressed because we're treating them with kid gloves and constantly lowering the bar." ☑️ What struggling with screen-time boundaries is telling you about your child's state ☑️ Doing less as a parent to help your child through their failure to launch *** About Mike McLeod: In 2016, Michael created the Internal Skills Executive Function Strengthening Model, and GrowNOW ADHD was born.His mission: improve quality of life for youth and families facing ADHD and executive function challenges. Mike has presented this model to audiences nationwide and internationally, providing specialized support in ADHD, Executive Functioning, Social Executive Functioning, and Parent Coaching. With more than 20 years of experience, a Master's degree from Lehman College, and collaborations with leading doctors, neuropsychologists, and nonprofits, Mike blends deep expertise with a practical, strength-based model that gets results. Connect with Mike: Website: www.grownowadhd.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/GrowNOWADHD Instagram: www.instagram.com/grownowadhd YouTube: www.youtube.com/@grownowadhd *** For those of you who are ready to stop feeling drained, overextended, and out of alignment… join me inside the Energetic Time Management Accelerator, a focused experience designed to help high-achieving women uncover what's draining them, clarify what truly matters, and create a simple plan that fits their life. We'll pinpoint your biggest time + energy leaks, identify the top areas to focus on for quick momentum, and map out exactly what to let go of so you can reclaim your energy, your time, and your joy. Ready to make your time work for you without adding more to your plate? Join the Energetic Time Management Accelerator: www.heatherchauvin.com/time Explore the top episodes listeners come back to when they're stuck, burned out, or standing at the edge of a big shift: www.heatherchauvin.com/10 Follow Heather on Instagram: www.instagram.com/heatherchauvin_

Today we're talking about how to focus better, and why a little bit of boredom can actually help us do this.If you find this podcast helpful, you can support it by leaving a rating or review, or by buying a coffee here https://ko-fi.com/joannemallonJoanne's latest book How to de-stress in five minutes a day: Inspiring ideas to help you unwind every day is published by Summersdale and available in bookshops, libraries and online here: https://amzn.to/49lWnNyJoanne Mallon is the author of several self help books including How to Find Joy in 5 Minutes a Day, Find Your Why and How to Find Calm in 5 Minutes a Day. She's been coaching clients around the world for over 20 years and is one of the UK's most experienced life and career coaches.Joanne's books are here on Amazon https://amzn.to/3D0rn6ZGet in touch on Bluesky and Instagram @joannemallon or email joanne@joannemallon.com Joanne specialises in life and career coaching for people in media and creative industries. To find out more about one to one coaching with Joanne, visit her  website here: https://joannemallon.com/

Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores what your daughter might really be communicating when she says, “I'm bored.”While it can be tempting to immediately suggest an activity or solve the problem, Melissa explains that boredom is often about much more than having nothing to do. Sometimes it's a request for connection. Other times it reflects difficulty getting started, adjusting after an exciting experience, or even emotions a child doesn't yet have the words to express.In this episode, we explore:• Why “I'm bored” is often communicating a deeper need• How connection boredom can be an invitation to spend time together• Why some girls need help getting started after finishing an activity• How transitions from exciting events back to everyday life can trigger feelings of boredom• Why boredom can sometimes be a stand-in for emotions like disappointment, loneliness, or feeling unsettled• Simple conversation starters that help parents respond with curiosity instead of immediately fixing the problem• How slowing down and seeking understanding helps girls build emotional awareness and resilienceJoin Melissa for a thoughtful conversation about looking beyond the words “I'm bored” and discovering the needs, emotions, and opportunities for connection that may be underneath them.Download the Quick Tips PDF of today's episode for future reference.If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let's work together to raise the next generation of confident girls.We are looking for special people like you to help send a Girl to camp this summer. If you feel it in your heart, please click the link here. Every donation, no matter the size helps!Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Have you been working on your faces in the mirror all morning? It's Emma Thompson. Barney's, Boredom, and Haggis. “Get in the ice, you're gonna love it!” On an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Summer is supposed to be simple, but somehow everyone has strong opinions about it. In this lighthearted episode, Clayton and Amy share their hottest summer takes—from whether pools are actually fun, to the rise and fall of lemonade stands, to the surprising case for boredom. Along the way, they debate “Women's Winter,” neighborhood traditions, summer screens, and whether lake houses are secretly overrated. It's a fun conversation about what makes summer memorable and how families can create meaningful moments without overcomplicating the season.TakeawaysSummer doesn't have to look the same for everyone—what feels refreshing and life-giving for one person may be miserable for another.The best summer memories are often created through simple neighborhood traditions rather than expensive experiences.Boredom isn't necessarily a problem to solve; it can be the starting point for creativity, independence, and adventure.Parents can unintentionally over-schedule summer and miss opportunities for kids to discover fun on their own.Screens become less appealing when kids are given meaningful alternatives and the freedom to explore.Community experiences, even quirky ones like lemonade stands, help kids develop confidence and connection.Sometimes our strongest opinions about summer reveal what we actually value most about family life and relationships.Not every summer tradition deserves universal praise—and that's okay.Chapters00:00 Welcome & Summer Hot Takes Explained04:26 Hot Take #1: “Women's Winter” Is Real09:00 Hot Take #2: Pools Are Only Fun Twice a Year13:20 Hot Take #3: Lemonade Stands Are Worth Keeping17:45 Hot Take #4: Kids Need More Summer Boredom21:15 Hot Take #5: Screens Aren't the Real Problem24:45 Hot Take #6: Neighborhood Traditions Matter More Than Big Vacations26:45 Hot Take #7: Lake Houses Are Overrated29:48 Final Verdicts & Summer Send-Off

In this podcast, David Moody talks about serialising fiction, embracing boredom, the long road to the Hater movie, and much more. [3:00] Conversation start. [4:50] Biggest changes in last year. [7:20] Hater film adaptation. [20:05] Dirty Day. [24:00] Money, happiness, writing, and having enough. [39:35] Embracing boredom and going offline. [47:00] Cinema etiquette. [1:00:05] Serialising Kemberton. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-669-david-moody-on-serialising-fiction-embracing-boredom-and-the-long-road-to-the-hater-movie Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thisishorror

It seems that people today carry with them the constant mantra, “I'm so busy.” And as it can be tough to juggle work, kids, and life in general, a lot of that feeling of being overwhelmed may be our own fault. In this edition of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markaman and Dr. Bob Duke talk about the […] The post Protect Your Boredom (Rebroadcast) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, we dive into the important topic of boredom and its impact on children. Dr. Kathy discusses the challenges parents face when their kids experience boredom and how this can lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms, including substance use. Recent research highlights the necessity of teaching children to manage boredom effectively, as it is a natural part of life. Dr. Kathy also examines the shift in reasons behind teen vaping, noting that many now turn to it as a means of relaxation amidst rising stress levels. This episode offers valuable insights and strategies for parents to help their children build resilience and navigate feelings of boredom in a healthy way. Join us as we explore these crucial issues and equip ourselves to lead our kids well.

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Guest: Jesse FloreaMinistry: Focus on the FamilyRole: Editor-in-Chief for MagazinesTopic: insight and action steps for parents when encountering summer boredom expressed in their childrenWebsite: focusonthefamily.com

What if boredom isn't something to escape — but a doorway to creativity, presence, and a deeper relationship with yourself? In this episode, John & Betsy dig into boredom as an unlikely spiritual practice: how it activates the brain's "default mode network," why kids turn boredom into imagination almost instantly, and what happens to our minds when every idle moment gets filled with a screen.They share personal stories, explore the line between mindfulness and disassociation, gratitude as an antidote to constant stimulation-seeking, and why preparing for boredom now might be the best thing we can do for the slower seasons of life still ahead, whether from aging, injury, or simply choosing to stop.Pull up a chair, put the phone down, and get a little bored with us.MENTIONED:Mark Manson. @markmanson✨☕ This episode is sponsored by www.BecomeLucid.com  Lucid is a functional mushroom and nootropic brand designed to fuel mental clarity, focus, and long-term brain health. Their flagship product is a premium mushroom coffee blend infused with clinically studied nootropics—crafted to deliver clean energy without the crash.   ✨

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Sleep Or Your Money Back! 5 Hours Of Pure Boredom by Jason Newland

#955 If you've ever cleaned the kitchen instead of finishing that presentation, impulsively signed up for yet another software tool, or found it impossible to just sit still on a beach vacation — this episode is going to feel like it was made for you! In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, host Brien Gearin sits down with Steev Hodgson, certified life coach and founder of DOSE, to explore the unique ways ADHD shows up in the entrepreneurial mind. Steve shares his own late-in-life ADHD diagnosis, how it inspired him to build a pocket coaching app for the ADHD brain, and dives into some of the most common challenges entrepreneurs face — from procrastivity and impulsive decision-making to shiny object syndrome and the never-ending struggle with boring admin work. If you've ever wondered whether your restless, idea-jumping, novelty-seeking brain might be wired a little differently, this episode is a must-listen! What we discuss with Steev: + Getting an official ADHD diagnosis + What the DOSE app does + "Procrastivity" explained + Impulsivity & shiny object syndrome + The 10-minute rule for impulse control + Hire fast, fire slow tendencies + The SPARK decision-making methodology + Industries where ADHD thrives + Boredom is our kryptonite Thank you, Steev! Check out DOSE at GetDOSE.app. Follow Steev on social media @damnhealthydose. 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

Who is this Conan the Barbarin that just should up at Motocross?Jett wins again by the way.We imagine ways that WBSK can slow down Nicolo Bulega.

Can your kids navigate boredom without reaching for a screen? In a world where entertainment is always a tap away, boredom has become something many families try to avoid. But should we? In this episode, Emily, Erinn, and a few special guests talk about the lost art of boredom, whether kids have lost the ability to sit with it, and how screens may have changed the way children handle downtime. Is boredom a problem to solve — or an opportunity for creativity, resilience, and independence? Related Reads 5 Tools to Cultivate Wonder in Our Children Bring on the Boredom :: How Embracing Boredom Fosters Ingenuity Let Kids Be Bored Quiet Time for All :: Limiting Access to Toys with 25 Ideas Summer Boredom Busters We Ditched Last Summer, and My Kids Didn't Die Thanks to Our Sponsor! Primrose Schools® is a nationally accredited private preschool committed to delivering a high-quality early learning experience to meet the needs of children and families. Primrose curricula focus on the whole health of your child — its Balanced Learning® approach, Healthy Hearts® Character Development, Life Skills programs, and other interactive experiences establish healthy habits and a lifelong love of learning. Momfessions is now part of Beal Media which manages Collin County Moms, Dallas Moms, Denton County Moms, and Fort Worth Moms. 

Boredom, Stress and Nostalgia Cravings In this episode of the Craving the Truth series, we're uncovering the reasons behind some of the most common cravings women over 40 experience. From boredom eating and stress snacking to the foods that transport you back to childhood, you'll learn why cravings aren't simply about willpower or a lack of discipline. Discover how curiosity...not criticism...can help you understand what your cravings are really trying to tell you so you can find more peace, freedom, and confidence around food.

The real link between employee experience and customer experience is not happiness alone. It is readiness, training, empowerment, accountability, and leadership. Summary The phrase happy employees create happy customers is popular in customer experience, but it is incomplete. In this episode of The Customer Service Revolution Podcast, Denise Thompson and John DiJulius challenge the oversimplified belief that employee happiness alone leads to a world-class customer experience. Employee happiness matters. If employees are miserable, unsupported, burned out, or treated like a cost center, customers will feel it. But a happy employee who is poorly trained can still create a poor customer experience. A happy employee without standards can still be inconsistent. A happy employee without autonomy can still feel helpless when something goes wrong. John explains that the real connection between employee experience and customer experience comes from hiring people with the right service aptitude, then giving them the training, systems, coaching, empowerment, recognition, and accountability they need to succeed. Denise and John also discuss how toxic employees, rushed onboarding, broken policies, lack of recognition, and poor leadership can turn even naturally happy employees into frustrated or burned-out ones. The goal is not just happy employees. The goal is happy employees who feel valued, prepared, trusted, empowered, and responsible for the experience they create. Key Takeaways: 1. Happy Employees Matter, But Happiness Alone Is Not a Strategy Employee happiness is a critical part of customer experience, but it does not automatically create happy customers. Employees also need preparation, standards, tools, and leadership. 2. Employee Readiness Is Different From Employee Happiness A naturally positive employee can still fail the customer if they are rushed into the role without proper onboarding, technical training, or service aptitude training. 3. Poor Systems Can Destroy Employee Happiness When employees are forced to defend broken policies, cover for understaffing, or absorb customer frustration without support, happiness disappears quickly. 4. Technical Training Is Not Enough Companies often train employees on processes, tasks, and systems, but neglect the human skills required to deliver great service: empathy, energy, listening, curiosity, problem-solving, and service recovery. 5. Autonomy Requires Clarity Empowering employees to make decisions only works when they understand the standards, expectations, and boundaries behind the customer experience. 6. Toxic High Performers Are Still Toxic Keeping a negative employee because they bring in revenue can damage morale, increase turnover, and weaken the customer experience. 7. Recognition Cannot Only Go to Problem Employees Leaders often spend most of their time managing high-maintenance employees while overlooking the reliable employees who quietly keep the business running. 8. The Real Goal Is Prepared, Valued, Trusted Employees The connection between employee experience and customer experience is strongest when employees feel valued, prepared, trusted, empowered, and accountable. Standout Quotes "Happy employees are a critical part of the equation, but just hiring happy employees does not by itself produce happy customers." — John DiJulius "A happy employee who is poorly trained can still create a terrible customer experience." — Denise Thompson "The best time to hire a new employee is two months ago." — John DiJulius "Over 90% of the things that go wrong in a customer-facing situation are not the customer-facing employee's fault." — John DiJulius "You never trade your reputation for sales." — John DiJulius "Burnout is real, but I think it is misdiagnosed." — John DiJulius "The goal is not just happy employees. The goal is happy employees who feel valued, prepared, trusted, and responsible for the experience they create." — Denise Thompson Chapters List After 20 Years John shares that he is most proud of the community built around The DiJulius Group's customer experience philosophies. 03:00 – Why In-Person CX Communities Matter Denise and John reflect on the Customer Service Revolution Conference and why live learning creates stronger relationships, deeper community, and better transformation. 06:06 – Challenging "Happy Employees Create Happy Customers" Denise introduces the episode's central idea: the phrase is true in spirit, but too simplistic if taken literally. 07:31 – Why Happiness Alone Is Not Enough John explains that happy employees are essential, but without training, systems, standards, and leadership, they cannot consistently create happy customers. 09:19 – Employee Happiness vs. Employee Readiness Denise asks about the difference between employees who feel good at work and employees who are truly prepared to deliver a world-class customer experience. 10:13 – Why the Best Time to Hire Was Two Months Ago John explains why reactive hiring and rushed onboarding set employees and customers up for failure. 12:25 – When Broken Systems Frustrate Happy Employees Denise and John discuss how poor policies, lack of training, and customer frustration can quickly drain employee happiness. 14:24 – The Service Aptitude Skills Companies Forget to Train John explains why organizations must train human skills like empathy, energy, curiosity, listening, problem-solving, and service recovery. 16:10 – Turnover as a Warning Sign John shares how employee turnover often reveals deeper issues in hiring, leadership, compensation, or culture. 18:23 – How Long Should Leaders Try to Fix a Toxic Employee? Denise asks how much time companies should spend coaching someone who performs well in some areas but hurts the culture. 21:41 – When Happy Employees Become Unhappy Denise explains how employees can start out happy but lose energy or engagement as conditions change. 22:14 – Burnout, Boredom, and Broken Systems John and Denise discuss why burnout is often caused by lack of support, poor systems, understaffing, and inability to get results. 25:03 – Mastery, Autonomy, and Purpose John connects employee happiness to growth, empowerment, purpose, and the ability to keep building value for employees. 27:28 – Autonomy Without Standards Denise and John discuss what happens when employees are empowered but not fully trained to make the right decisions. 31:10 – Teaching Service Recovery John shares how organizations can teach employees to handle service failures with clarity, judgment, and escalation when needed. 32:13 – A Real Service Recovery Story from John Roberts Spa John tells a memorable story about a serious customer service failure and how immediate ownership and overcorrection matter. 38:01 – Why Employees Need to Feel Valued Denise and John discuss how leaders often overlook reliable employees while focusing attention on higher-maintenance team members. 39:54 – The Danger of Overloading Rock Stars Denise and John explore how high performers can unintentionally be punished with extra work and higher expectations. 43:10 – The Real Link Between EX and CX Denise summarizes the core message: the goal is not just happy employees, but employees who are valued, prepared, trusted, and accountable. 44:02 – Closing and 20th Anniversary Reflection Denise thanks John and again recognizes The DiJulius Group's 20th anniversary. Links: The DiJulius Group Methdology: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/x-commandment-methodology/ Company Service Aptitude Test:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/c-sat-forms/individual-c-sat/ Schedule a Complimentary Call with one of our advisors:  tdg.click/claudia Ask John!  Submit your questions for John, to be aired on future episode:  tdg.click/ask Customer Experience Executive Academy: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/project/cx-executive-academy/ Experience Revolution Membership:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/membership/ Books:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/shop/ Contacts:  Lindsey@thedijuliusgroup.com , Claudia@thedijuliusgroup.com If you want to learn how world-class organizations build cultures customers cannot live without, explore The Experience Revolution Membership. Inside the membership you'll gain access to livestream workshops, practical frameworks, and proven strategies used by organizations around the world. Learn more at https://thedijuliusgroup.com/membership/ Learn More If your organization is working to improve customer experience but struggling to connect it to measurable business outcomes, The DiJulius Group can help. Visit: https://thedijuliusgroup.com Listen to more episodes: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/the-customer-service-revolution-podcast/ Subscribe We talk about topics like this each week; be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss an episode.  

Kathryn talks about why boredom can show up when you start letting go of binge eating and how the lower brain may use that feeling to make the habit seem appealing again. You'll learn why “boredom is better than bingeing,” and how to stop using bingeing as a (harmful) solution for boredom. Since you can't avoid all feelings of boredom, it's crucial to know that you can be bored and still not binge; but you don't have to stay stuck in boredom either. Kathryn shares a practical framework for finding other things to do when your lower brain says there is “nothing to do except binge.” Sign up for the newsletter and get the FREE 30-day Brain over Binge Inspiration Booklet and Manage Your Mindset After a Binge course track Join the Brain over Binge Group Schedule a one-on-one session with Kathryn Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get the Second Edition of Brain over Binge on Amazon and Audible, BarnesandNoble.com, Apple iBooks, or Kobo. Get the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide   Disclaimer: *The Brain over Binge Podcast is produced and recorded by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC. All work is copyrighted by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC, and all rights are reserved. As a disclaimer, the hosts of the Brain over Binge Podcast are not professional counselors or licensed healthcare providers, and this podcast is not a substitute for medical advice or any form of professional therapy. Eating disorders can have serious health consequences and you are strongly advised to seek medical attention for matters relating to your health. Please get help when you need it, and good luck on your journey.

The select soccer practices, the travel team, the chess club, the homework, the test prep...moms today are navigating not just a more complex world when it comes to raising their kids, but also all the add-ons that are supposed to help our kids prepare for an uncertain future. But what if you decided to get off the hamster wheel and make your kids...and your life...more simple? Novelist and journalist Christine Gunderson joins AllMomDoes host Julie Lyles Carr for an insightful conversation about the forces that drive us to do more more more for our kids and why it could be time for a reset.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4xfKrIr Key  Topics:The evolution of motherhood from the 1960s to todayImpact of societal expectations on mothersThe role of community in raising childrenThe importance of boredom and free time for kidsThe influence of technology and screen time on literacy and creativitySound bites:"Why are we doing all this stuff?""Fast content shortens attention spans.""Share passions, don't impose them."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Motherhood Today03:04 The Changing Landscape of Motherhood05:47 Community and Its Role in Parenting08:38 The Impact of Scheduling on Children11:26 Boredom and Creativity in Kids14:35 The Walk Away Wife Syndrome17:23 Finding Solutions Through Community20:10 Unrealized Aspirations and Parenting22:49 Conclusion and ResourcesKeywords: motherhood, parenting pressures, community, family life, homeschooling, childhood freedom, social anxiety, screen time, work-life balance, novel

What if boredom isn't the problem, but the doorway to something you've been avoiding?   When drinking becomes your go-to solution for dull moments, quiet evenings, or a lack of excitement, it can seem like alcohol is what makes life interesting. But what if boredom is trying to show you something important instead?   Tune in this week to learn how to reframe boredom as a normal human emotion rather than something to fear or escape. You'll learn why modern life has trained your brain to constantly seek stimulation, how alcohol becomes part of that reward-seeking cycle, and why the more you rely on entertainment, distraction, or drinking to avoid boredom, the harder boredom can feel. You'll also discover what your brain is really craving when boredom strikes, and how learning to tolerate.   Find a personalized approach that helps you change your habit in my new book, The Ultimate Guide to Drinking Less, here: https://rachelhart.com/guide/   Discover alternative approaches to drinking less inside our membership program, Take a Break: https://rachelhart.com/tab/   Get the full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://rachelhart.com/472

Too many dental practice owners read disengagement as an attitude problem.But what if your best people are not lazy, difficult, or burned out? What if they are bored because the work stopped challenging them?In Day 7 of The Flow Protocol, Dr. Dave breaks down challenge-skills balance and why the wrong level of challenge can drain production, morale, and growth from your practice.In this episode:Why boredom and anxiety can look almost identical inside a dental team.Why treating every checked-out team member the same can make the problem worse.How the 4% solution can help you give your team just enough challenge to stay engaged, productive, and in flow.Press play on Day 7 and learn why keeping challenge and skill climbing together may be one of the most overlooked profit triggers in your practice.

Many of us feel the tension between wanting to use technology well and wondering if it's quietly shaping us in ways we didn't choose. This episode digs into that tension, from Pope Francis's vision for Christian humanism in the age of AI to the surprisingly spiritual discipline of embracing boredom, and why both matter for families trying to follow Jesus in a noisy world. If you've ever caught yourself doom‑scrolling, multitasking your quiet time, or avoiding stillness, this conversation will feel uncomfortably familiar in the best way.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4vF2iH3 

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SummaryAre we accidentally teaching our kids that fun is something you buy, schedule, or constantly optimize? In this episode, Clayton, Chris, and Amy explore the pressure many parents feel to create memorable experiences, especially during the summer months, and how that pressure can shape the way our children think about fun, boredom, and togetherness. The conversation examines the value of unstructured time, the role boredom plays in creativity and growth, and why some of our most meaningful family memories come from simply being together rather than consuming the next great experience.TakeawaysWhen every moment has to be entertaining, kids can begin to expect fun instead of learning how to create it.Boredom is not a parenting failure—it often becomes the starting point for creativity, imagination, and independence.Constantly escalating experiences can unintentionally teach children that ordinary life is never enough.Some of the best family memories are formed through presence and connection, not expensive activities or perfectly planned events.Parents don't have to carry the burden of making every summer day unforgettable.Chapters00:00 — Is Fun Something You Buy?05:35 — The Pressure to Create Memorable Experiences11:12 — Why Boredom Is Actually Good for Kids16:54 — Expectations, Consumption, and Family Culture24:08 — Teaching Kids to Create Their Own Fun31:08 — What We're Changing After This Conversation

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3030: Jen of This Time of Mine shares practical ways to make summer break feel fun and balanced without turning parents into full-time entertainers. From creating simple routines and encouraging independence to embracing quiet time and even boredom itself, these ideas help kids stay engaged, creative, and happier all summer long. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://thistimeofmine.com/beating-summer-boredom/ Quotes to ponder: “Summer break brings a much needed change in pace, but I think we can all admit that certain days are more challenging than others.” “It's good for kids to be bored. It sparks their creativity and imagination like nothing else.” “Help kids practice being self-sufficient and independent with daily summer responsibilities.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back, WIFs.This week, Lauren and Michelle are tackling a question that feels surprisingly relevant in today's world:Is reading becoming a luxury?Not financially.Mentally.Between endless notifications, social media feeds, short-form videos, and the constant temptation to check our phones, uninterrupted focus feels harder to come by. Getting lost in a book for hours? These days, it almost feels like a superpower.In this episode, the sisters take a nostalgic trip back to Scholastic Book Fairs, library visits, summer reading challenges, and the days when an afternoon could disappear inside a great story. They reflect on how reading shaped their childhoods and why spotting someone reading an actual book in public now feels oddly inspiring.Along the way, Lauren and Michelle discuss attention spans, doomscrolling, and the modern struggle to stay present. They also ask a simple question: When was the last time you got completely lost in something?A book. A movie. A hobby. A conversation. A walk.The sisters also dream up their ideal cozy bookstore and coffee shop, share what's helping them slow down lately, and explain why creating spaces for readers—and the "I swear I'm going to read more" crowd—feels more important than ever.Plus, they're sharing what they're currently reading and watching, along with a simple joy bringing a little extra peace to the week.Press play, get cozy, and join the conversation about books, focus, nostalgia, and finding your way back to the things that deserve your full attention.Because sometimes the most rebellious thing you can do is put your phone down and read a damn book.ResourcesSpeakpipe! Leave a message on our house phone. Get your ticket now!Shop our seasonal candles. Check out our website.Thank you to our sponsors ⁠Let It Be Us⁠ and ⁠Chicago Private Wealth Group.⁠

It's been over one hundred years since J. M. Barrie first told the story of Peter Pan, Wendy, and Neverland. Since then, Peter Pan has been adapted countless times, and become a constant reference point in popular culture. This hour, a look at the lasting cultural and psychological impact of Peter Pan. GUESTS: Maria Tatar: Professor emerita of folklore and mythology at Harvard University; her latest book is The Heroine with 1001 Faces; she is also the editor of The Annotated Peter Pan: The Centennial Edition Jonathan Russell Clark: The author of Skateboard and An Oasis of Horror in a Desert of Boredom; his writing has appeared in The New York Times, L.A. Times, The Boston Globe, and Esquire Ann Yeoman: A Jungian analyst and the author of Now or Neverland: Peter Pan and the Myth of Eternal Youth and the co-author of C.G. Jung's Collected Works: The Basics MUSIC FEATURED (in order): I Don't Wanna Grow Up – Tom Waits Never Never Land – James Taylor I’ve Gotta Crow – Mary Martin, Kathy Nolan Darling Children – Alison Fraser I'm Flying – Mary Martin Captain Hook’s Waltz – Cyril Ritchard, Peter Pan Ensemble I Won’t Grow Up – The Fools The Colin McEnroe Show is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode! Subscribe to The Noseletter, an email compendium of merriment, secrets, and ancient wisdom brought to you by The Colin McEnroe Show. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Colin McEnroe, Jonathan McNicol, and Dylan Reyes contributed to this show, which originally aired on September 17, 2025.Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On todays porch talk I'll share a Saturday porch conversation about boredom, asking when I last let myself be truly bored without reaching for a phone, TV, or other noise. While camping in a new camper, I noticed my impulse to fill the quiet with Wi‑Fi, screens, and music, but choosing to stay in the stillness helped creativity come back to life and reminded me of childhood moments when being sent outside to “figure it out” led to play, wandering, and even writing music. I connect this to neuroscience and the brain's default mode network, which supports creativity, problem-solving, and self-reflection, and to the biblical idea of being still. I challenge myself to stop solving boredom so fast, and I invite listeners to complete a short survey about content preferences and join an open summer conversation call.CLICK HERE TO TAKE OUR SURVEY FREE RESOURCES:Listen to our sister podcast the REALIFE Practice Podcast on your favorite podcast app!Ready to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? Click here to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment.Ready to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn't matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource!OTHER RESOURCES:Prefer to watch and listen? Check out our YouTube Channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates.Do What Matters, Live from Rest Not Rush by Teresa McCloy is available now! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com https://DoWhatMattersBook.com/?UTM_source=YT&UTM_medium=organicWould you like to discover Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your story? Check out new digital downloads for personal or professional use here.JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME:Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with me and fellow listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.Connect with Teresa on: Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloy Instagram - teresa.mccloy LinkedIn - teresamccloyAbout Teresa McCloy:I'm Teresa McCloy, founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. I'm on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into everyday life. I live with my husband of 44 years on our 4th generation family farm in central Illinois, where you'll usually find me with a good cup of coffee on the porch, tending to my flower gardens, or planning my next adventure. Come pull up a chair and join me there. I'd love the company!

Would you care for a bedtime story, m'lays? Well, we've got one here, care of Sundries Supervisor, that should provide a safe place to find dreamland while Scooter drones on about music festivals and a hot tub that's all soap.The show really needs your help right now. Keep Sleep With Me going and get hours of bonus content by joining Sleep With Me Plus! 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 MeThis episode is produced by Rusty Biscuit aka Russell Sperberg.Show 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/sleepAQUATRU - AquaTru is a countertop water purifier tested & certified to remove 84 contaminants, including chlorine, lead, forever chemicals, and microplastics! Get 20% off your water purifier by going to AquaTru.com and using promo code SLEEP Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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