Podcasts about boundaries

Do you know how to connect with your neighbors?According to Pew, the share of Americans who know and trust their neighbors is on the decline. There are a lot of structural reasons why you might not trust the people around you and it can be hard to put yourself out there with people you don't know – and don't want to bother. But getting to know the people who live near you can bring so much safety, connection, and power to your life. So how can you get to know your neighbors – and what's standing in the way?TED Radio Hour producer Katie Monteleone tells Brittany how she built her neighbor community brick by brick – and Brittany hears from experts on why good fences can sometimes make bad neighbors.For more episodes on creating better connections in our lives, check out:Boundaries, bodies, and better sexThe joy of breaking up with dating appsHow to make friends & get good gossipSupport Public Media. Join NPR Plus.Follow Brittany on Instagram: @bmluseFor handpicked podcast recommendations every week, subscribe to NPR's Pod Club newsletter at npr.org/podclub.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

This week on ShrinkChicks, Em and Jen talk about adult sibling relationships and why growing up in the same family doesn't always mean growing up with the same experience. They explore how family roles, parentification, favoritism, and changing family dynamics can shape sibling relationships long after childhood.They answer listener questions about feeling responsible for younger siblings, navigating resentment toward a "golden child" sibling, and having difficult conversations without blame. They also discuss what happens when your emotional growth outpaces your family, how to avoid getting pulled into triangulation, and why siblings often experience the same parents in completely different ways.The conversation also covers the eldest daughter dynamic, repairing relationships after years of distance, and how to let go of roles that may have helped you survive childhood but no longer serve you as an adult.Tune in to gain insight, awareness, and action! PS: Fast forward to around 10:30 to skip the intro and get straight to today's content.Link to Siblings Without Rivalry book mentioned⁠Get Matched With One of Our Therapists⁠ at The Therapy Group!⁠ShrinkChicks on Instagram⁠Our ⁠Know Yourself Grow Yourself Journal⁠!!=Check out ShrinkChicks on YouTube by subscribing here! ⁠https://youtube.com/channel/UCrxuhDqoL4ML3UE8b2J2BBg⁠A special thank you to this week's sponsors for supporting ShrinkChicks! We have these exclusive offers for our listeners:Boll & Branch: Upgrade your sleep with Boll & Branch. Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at BollAndBranch.com/shrinkchicks with code shrinkchicksSkims: Shop Everyday Cotton, and all of our favorite bras and underwear athttp://www.skims.com/shrinkchicks. After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select our show in the dropdown menu that followsShopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at Shopify.com/shrinkchicksPerelel: New customers can use code SHRINKCHICKS to get 20% off their first order at perelelhealth.com/shrinkchicksZenni: Go to Zenni.com/podcast and use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first orderGreenChef: Head to Greenchef.com/50shrinkchicks and use code 50shrinkchicks to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shippingQuince: Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠quince.com/shrinkchicks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and 365-day returns on your next orderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Great meals coming in, LFG. We also discuss arm training volume and how to program design prioritizing them on a quality split. Not least, we dip deep in to food boundaries with family, people close to you that attempt to sabotage your progress and how to deal. All Links: https://swolenormous.com

Bunnie & Jelly Roll called each other twin flames—but what happens when twin flames break up? In this episode, we're exploring runner-chaser dynamics, karmic activations, self-abandonment, and why your greatest love story may have nothing to do with another.MAGNETIC AFFIRMATIONS (1HR+): https://21-day-break-up-glow-up-challenge.teachable.com/p/making-mind-magnetic-affirmations-all-eyes-will-be-on-you-793498

In this powerful conversation, Rebecca Zung sits down with transformational coach Chris Lee to discuss the mindset shifts that create success, confidence, and lasting personal growth. They explore self-worth, boundaries, relationships, overcoming guilt, letting go of toxic influences, visualization, emotional intelligence, and how to create leverage in every area of life. Whether you're healing from narcissistic abuse, building a business, or striving to become your best self, this episode is packed with practical strategies to help you gain clarity, build confidence, and design a life aligned with your highest potential.

I'm delighted to have today's guest back on the podcast. When we last heard from Kris Byers, he told us about the incredible turnaround and evolution of his business since implementing the No BS Model. In eighteen months, he went from scared of investing in joining the program to quadrupling his income – with a third of the clients! I wanted to check back in with Kris because since that episode, he's won awards, bagged some really big clients, and run incredible projects. You'll want to hear about how he handled working with bigger companies and more decision makers while still getting rid of the BS. And he'll explain why he's shifting his focus back to small businesses, even though he now knows how to successfully manage the big guys.  Kris Byers is the founder of Horrible Brands, where he helps purpose-driven business owners create personal brands to show up with clarity and confidence, and create real world impact. Tune into this episode to hear:How Kris tweaked the No BS Model to accommodate bigger projects and longer timeframes without losing the guardrailsHow to successfully deputize a decision-maker to be the leader of their groupWhy the LP is even more essential when you're juggling multiple stakeholdersHow bigger project price tags can make you lose sight of your boundariesWhat Kris learned about refining his messaging Learn more about Kris Byers:Horrible Brands: http://horriblebrands.comKris's Website: https://www.krisbyers.comInstagram: @horriblebrandsConnect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krisbyers/Resources:Grab the first chapter of my new book Scale Solo: scalesolobook.comProgram: No BS Mastery: https://nobsmastery.com/programThe Price to Freedom Calculator™ - http://nobsmastery.com/priceGrab a copy of my book: Badass Your Brand - https://www.badassyourbrand.com/Program: No BS Agency Mastery: https://join.nobsmastery.com/agency-masteryNo BS Clients Lab: https://nobsclientslab.com/

If you're ready to get measured results for both personally and professionally, schedule an appointment with Jahmaal   What if the thing that makes your brand work is the part you keep trying to polish out? I sat down with Brynne Krispin, founder and CEO of Cause Fokus, for a conversation about personal branding, perfectionism, self-trust, burnout, boundaries, and what it really takes to become visible without losing yourself in the process. Brynne shares how her own life cracking open forced her to rebuild from a place of alignment instead of scarcity, and how that season shaped the way she thinks about visibility, trust, and building a brand that can actually last. We talked about why people connect with what is real, why your “better way moment” matters, and why sustainable authority is not built by copying templates or chasing vanity metrics. If you are building a business, stepping into thought leadership, trying to grow a side project, or learning how to show up with more clarity and less fear, this conversation is for you.   Episode Highlights: 0:00 - Intro 2:09 - Brynne's favorite music and what it reveals about her work 4:21 - Why perfectionism keeps people from building trust 6:13 - Self-trust, mistakes, and learning as you go 12:51 - Brynne's story of rebuilding from survival mode 18:11 - Breaking out of scarcity and choosing alignment 21:45 - Finding your “better way moment” 26:51 - Why a strong brand should repel the wrong people 28:23 - How alignment shapes who you attract 31:20 - Why brand work often goes deeper than content 34:12 - Boundaries, health, and building something sustainable 39:23 - How Cause Fokus helps leaders build authority online 41:43 - Episode wrap-up and final thoughts   CONNECT WITH JAHMAAL   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahmaalmarshall/ Website: https://listenthenspeak.com/ BUY ME A Coffee - with this link: https://buymeacoffee.com/listenthenspeak?new=1   Interested in learning more about Brynne?   Website: https://causefokus.com/ Join Brynne's 4-week live cohort for introverts, behind-the-scenes experts, and deep thinkers who want to build real influence on LinkedIn thoughtfully.  https://cohort.causefokus.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does it mean to feel safe during sex these days?From feeling comfortable with your partner to having access to public health interventions and medication, "safety" comes up a lot in sex. And having the tools you need to feel confident in your own sexual health is an essential part of the pursuit of pleasure. Brittany Luse is joined by Dr. Leisha McKinley-Beach, founder and CEO of the Black Public Health Academy, and Dr. Jasmine Abrams, a research scientist at the Yale School of Public Health, to give us a booster on how to live our best sex lives.Want more on the culture of sex and dating? Check out these episodes:The truth about men on the 'down low'Why can't we be normal about polyamory?Support Public Media. Join NPR Plus.Follow Brittany on Instagram: @bmluseFor handpicked podcast recommendations every week, subscribe to NPR's Pod Club newsletter at npr.org/podclub.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights into relatable situations spanning every stage of the parenting journey, from teaching unruly toddlers to dealing with adult children who still live at home. Hear his advice for teaching kids to take responsibility and grow into healthy adults. Receive a copy of Boundaries with Kids and an audio download of "Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

In this powerful episode of The Greatness Machine, host Darius Mirshahzadeh sits down with Tania Khazaal, founder of The Renewal Collective™, to discuss the growing trend of family estrangement and the path to reconciliation. Tania shares her personal journey from cutting off her own mother to becoming an expert in helping families navigate estrangement. The conversation explores the difference between healthy boundaries and "cutoff culture," the importance of rewriting family narratives, and how emotional healing requires facing triggers rather than avoiding them. In this episode, Darius and Tania will discuss: (00:00) Introduction and Background (02:41) The Impact of Estrangement and Healing (05:47) The Journey to Emotional Healing (08:36) Understanding the Role of Therapy (11:46) Rewriting Family Narratives (14:19) Navigating Difficult Conversations (17:21) The Importance of Emotional Awareness (23:34) Processing Emotions and Finding Inner Peace (25:33) The Journey of Self-Awareness and Growth (26:50) Breaking Cycles of Distraction and Avoidance (29:06) Victimhood in Society and Personal Accountability (30:55) Navigating Family Dynamics and Energy Vampires (33:52) Teaching Resilience and Compassion to Children (36:57) Setting Healthy Standards vs. Boundaries (38:18) Rebuilding Relationships Through Consistency (41:45) Confirmation Bias and the Impact of Social Media (45:34) Moments of Victory in Family Reconciliation Tania Khazaal is a family estrangement and emotional healing expert who helps parents rebuild connection with their adult children. Drawing from her own experience as a daughter who once cut off her mother and later repaired that relationship, Tania developed the Emotional Baseline Strategy, a methodology blending psychology, neuroscience, and communication to heal family disconnection. She is the founder of The Renewal Collective™ and a #1 bestselling author featured on The Oprah Podcast, Fox News, Yahoo News, and more. Her message is simple: cutoff doesn't have to be the end of your family's story. Connect with Tania: Website: https://taniakhazaal.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taniakhazaal/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taniakhazaal/  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is gentle parenting creating calmer, more connected families—or are some parents accidentally raising children who struggle with frustration, responsibility, and resilience?In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, child psychologists Tammy Schamuhn and Tania Johnson take an honest look at one of the most talked-about parenting approaches today: gentle parenting. While the principles of connection, empathy, and emotional validation are powerful tools for raising emotionally healthy children, problems can arise when gentle parenting is misunderstood or applied without clear boundaries and expectations.Across social media, many parents are receiving conflicting messages about discipline, consequences, emotional regulation, and behavior management. As a result, some families find themselves stuck in cycles of negotiation, power struggles, emotional exhaustion, and increasing child anxiety.In this conversation, Tammy and Tania explore the difference between true gentle parenting and permissive parenting, why children need both connection and boundaries, and how parents can respond to challenging behaviour without resorting to punishment, shame, or fear.In this episode, we discuss:Gentle parenting vs. permissive parentingWhy boundaries are essential for children's emotional securityThe role of consequences in healthy child developmentHow over-accommodation can increase anxiety in childrenRaising resilient, responsible, and emotionally regulated kidsCommon parenting mistakes that can unintentionally reinforce challenging behaviourHow to balance empathy, authority, and connectionWhether you're parenting a toddler, child, or teenager, this conversation will help you better understand what children truly need to thrive and why effective parenting requires both warmth and leadership. If you've ever wondered whether you're being too strict, too lenient, or somewhere in between, this episode is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Being the Last to Leave Didn't Make Me Amazing: Boundaries I Wish I Set EarlierIn this episode of Counselor Chat, I'm continuing the series on things I wish I had done earlier in my school counseling career — and this one is all about boundaries.For a long time, I thought staying late, saying yes, and being endlessly available meant I was dedicated. But looking back, I can see that being the last car in the parking lot didn't make me a better counselor. It just made me tired.In this episode, I'm sharing the boundaries I wish I had set earlier, including time boundaries, emotional boundaries, role boundaries, communication boundaries, and personal life boundaries. I also reflect on why school counselors often feel guilty setting limits — and why boundaries are actually what help us stay effective, compassionate, and sustainable in this work.In this episode, we talk about:Why overworking is not the same as being effectiveThe difference between being dependable and being endlessly availableWhy school counselors need role clarityHow guilt shows up when we start setting boundariesSimple scripts for saying no or pausing before saying yesWhy leaving on time does not mean you care lessHow boundaries protect your energy, family, and long-term careerTakeaway:You can care deeply about students and still have limits. Being a good counselor does not require burning yourself out.Reflection question:What would change if you believed you could be a good counselor without being endlessly available?Grab the Show Notes: Counselingessentials.org/podcastJoin Perks Counseling Club Membership and get the lessons, small group and individual counseling materials you need. Join now and get your first month free when you sign up for 3 months!Connect with Carol:TpT StoreCounseling Essentials WebsiteInstagramFacebookElementary School Counselor Exchange Facebook GroupCaught In The Middle School Counselors Facebook GroupHigh School Counselor Connection Facebook Group

This week on The goop Podcast, Gwyneth Paltrow sits down with Gregg Renfrew, founder and former CEO of cult-favorite clean beauty brand Beautycounter. Renfrew shares her story of building—and selling—a billion-dollar business, being unexpectedly sidelined, and ultimately pulled back in when things began to unravel. She opens up about letting go of ego, redefining success, and beginning again with clarity and purpose. Now, through her new venture, Counter, she's rewriting the rules—focusing on product, transparency, and building with integrity. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights into relatable situations spanning every stage of the parenting journey, from teaching unruly toddlers to dealing with adult children who still live at home. Hear his advice for teaching kids to take responsibility and grow into healthy adults. Receive a copy of Boundaries with Kids and an audio download of "Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set boundaries with their children. He’ll provide insights into relatable situations spanning every stage of the parenting journey, from teaching unruly toddlers to dealing with adult children who still live at home. Hear his advice for teaching kids to take responsibility and grow into healthy adults. Receive a copy of Boundaries with Kids and an audio download of "Proven Strategies to Help Your Children Establish Healthy Boundaries" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

What if the client you love the most… is quietly costing you the most money? In this eye-opening episode of the CEO Glow Show, Sheila Bella breaks down one of the biggest hidden money leaks in the beauty industry: the "nice client." You know the one. She's easygoing. She trusts you. She never complains. She says "whatever works for you." And because she feels emotionally safe, you unconsciously start bending your boundaries, undercharging, extending time, skipping price increases, and quietly discounting your business without realizing it. This episode isn't about becoming cold or transactional. It's about understanding the difference between a nice client and a profitable client—and why structure, policies, and pricing systems matter more than your emotions. If you've ever stayed underpaid because someone was "so sweet," this episode is going to completely change the way you think about boundaries, pricing, and profitability. Because loving your clients and charging properly were always allowed to exist in the same sentence.

All of us long to experience the renewal of deep, soul-nourishing rest. Trying to rest through entertainment or "zoning out" often leaves us feeling more restless than before. Even some vacations are not truly restful. What does it look like to genuinely recover and recharge in body, mind, and spirit? ​Join us for this episode of Soul Talks as Bill and Kristi teach us how to take a real rest with Jesus. You'll learn how to differentiate between temporary relief and holistic renewal as you grow in the ability to practice soul care alongside the Good Shepherd. Resources for this Episode: Join Our Free Devotional Email List Your Best Life in Jesus' Easy Yoke: Rhythms of Grace to De-Stress and Live Empowered Attend a Soul Shepherding Retreat Donate to Support Soul Shepherding and Soul Talks

What happens when a wedding photographer walks off the job? Or when a photographer shows up to a wedding dressed completely inappropriately? Or when a client demands their gallery while their photographer is grieving the loss of a parent?In this episode, we're trying something completely different.We dove into some of the wildest wedding industry stories we could find and gave our honest take on who was right, who was wrong, and most importantly, what wedding photographers and filmmakers can learn from these situations.While some of these stories are hilarious, they also reveal important lessons about professionalism, communication, client experience, online reputation, boundaries, and what it really means to run a successful business.One thing we see all the time is that small decisions have big consequences. The way you dress on a wedding day. How you communicate when something goes wrong. What you post online when you're frustrated. How you handle difficult clients. These moments may seem small, but they shape your reputation and ultimately impact the growth of your business.If you're a wedding photographer or filmmaker who wants to elevate your client experience, build a stronger brand, and avoid the mistakes that can hold you back, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways disguised as entertainment.Plus, you'll probably laugh a few times along the way.

We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text!Most of us love the idea of boundaries - in theory.  What we don't love is the conversation that often needs to happen with them. And although healthy confrontation is often one of the most loving things we can do, many of us were not taught how to engage in it well. Dr. Michele Fleming is back to walk us through a practical, step-by-step script for having those much-needed conversations. THIS episode is for EVERYONE.  (Be sure to like and share!)Books by Drs. Cloud and Townsend: Boundaries, Boundaries for Leaders, Boundaries for Dating, Boundaries in Marriage, Boundaries with Kids, Boundaries with Teens, Beyond BoundariesYou can find Dr. Michele Fleming and her work at drmichelefleming.comElizabeth Pehrson created The Exchange in 2015. The Exchange is a monthly event     for ALL adult women. Women who work outside the home. And women who work in the home. Women who are single. And women who are married. Women who are moms. Women who are grand-moms. No matter what season of life you are in, The Exchange is here to inspire you to live life ON PURPOSE and WITH INTENTION.The Exchange is a non-profit that provides an environment for women to hear practical advice from topics Elizabeth has read and life lessons she has learned, and is currently learning. Equipping us to become better women tomorrow than we are today. And to ultimately use that to pour back into those around us. Tickets and info: theexchangeus.orgfollow us on instagram: theexchangeusfollow us on Facebook: the exchange cumming

If you've ever felt responsible for everyone else's happiness, struggled to set boundaries, or found yourself saying yes when you really meant no, this conversation is for you. Paula Mathias, author of The Yes Test Method, joins me for a wide-ranging conversation about people pleasing, overcommitment, burnout, confidence, and why being the dependable one can come at a cost. We explore how women are conditioned to prioritise everyone else's comfort, why rejection isn't personal, and how learning to speak up can change everything. In this episode we talk about: • People pleasing and burnout in women • Why saying no feels so uncomfortable • The conditioning behind "good girl" behaviour • Boundaries without guilt • Speaking up and advocating for yourself • Why resentment builds when we avoid discomfort • Overthinking and worst-case scenarios • The fear of rejection and how to stop taking it personally • Why women often underestimate themselves • How to stop saying yes to everything Find out more about Paula here: https://paulamathias.com/  Find out more about Suzanne here: https://www.suzanneculberg.com/  Want to be a guest on The Nope Coach? Send Suzanne Culberg a message on PodMatch, here: https://podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thenopecoach 

What happens when walking into a room means absorbing every ounce of tension, distress, and unsaid emotion inside it?Many of us are taught that great leadership requires carrying the emotional weight of our teams. We step in to smooth things over, fix conflicts that aren't ours to solve, and mistake constant rescue missions for true connection. The result isn't better leadership, it is exhaustion.In this episode, Amy sits down with global emotional intelligence and empathy expert Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller to map out a clear blueprint for protecting your energy without shutting out your humanity. Drawing from her raw pivot point out of a toxic workplace environment and later experiencing those same broken patterns in other work spaces, Dr. Melissa shares the definitive distinction between reading a room and taking responsibility for it.This conversation is a radical reframe on human connection. You will discover how to stand in your own power, deploy data-backed perspective-taking, and implement the boundaries necessary to stop treating everyone else's distress as your circus to fix.Moments That Create Momentum:The "Not My Circus" Rule: Why walking into a room and feeling everyone else's tension isn't a gift, it's a boundary failure that is secretly draining you.The Revenue Shield: The deeply unsettling reason why elite organizations intentionally protect toxic high-performers and narcissists.The Empathy Illusion: Dr. Melissa shares why empathy is passive, and how jumping straight into "fixing" things actually triggers misplaced, destructive compassion.The Danger of Being "Nice": Why standard corporate manners are often just a mask for insincerity, and the reason true kindness requires telling the ugly truth.The Self-Rescue Mandate: Why launching into service for others before mastering self-empathy is a fast track to destroying your own career.About the Guest:As professional musician, Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller worked with major talent such as Ray Charles, David Ogden Stiers, and Mannheim Steamroller. But cold and toxic leadership eventually robbed her of a career that was 30+ years in the making. However, that incident inspired Dr. Melissa to transform leadership as we know it by redefining the one element that most leaders miss: empathy. Today, she's an international bestselling author, Editor's Pick TEDx speaker, EQ and empathy coach, and leading voice on emotional intelligence and empathy. She's known for blending lived experience, academic depth, and a sharp, data-driven approach that not only makes sense but demystifies how empathy translates to better productivity, innovation, and profit. Her mission is to invite everyone to approach empathy as a strategic skill for every human-centric action, not only for others but also for ourselves, and to step up in the way the future of leadership demands.https://eqviaempathy.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-melissa-a-robinson-winemiller-author-speaker-trainerhttps://www.instagram.com/empathyqueen.eqhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheEmpathicLeaderhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaoXSEWeILo&t=63shttps://geni.us/TheEmpathicLeaderAbout Amy:Amy Lynn Durham, known by her clients as the Corporate Mystic, is the founder of the Executive Coaching Firm, Create Magic At Work®, where they help leaders build workplaces rooted in creativity, collaboration, and fulfillment. A former corporate executive turned Executive Coach, Amy blends practical leadership strategies with spiritual intelligence to unlock human potential at work.She's a certified Executive Coach through UC Berkeley & the International Coaching Federation (ICF) In addition, Amy holds coaching certifications in Spiritual Intelligence (SQ21), the Edgewalker Profile, and the Archetypes of Change . In addition to being the host of the Create Magic At Work® podcast, Amy is the author of Create Magic At Work®, Creating Career Magic: A Daily Prompt Journal and the founder of Magic Thread Media™. Through her work, she inspires intentional leadership for thriving workplaces and lives where “magic” becomes reality.Connect with Amy:https://createmagicatwork.net/https://www.linkedin.com/company/create-magic-at-workhttps://www.facebook.com/112951637095427https://www.instagram.com/createmagicatworkhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnEm4h3fUgaq8qgvZpz6dGgThanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. 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What does it take to write a novel a year, run a media company, produce chart-topping podcasts and raise a family? You'll find out as Jo talks about her fascinating career, from celebrity and political reporting in New York to publishing bingeworthy novels enjoyed worldwide! We get a sneak peek into her next novel, “The Parisian Heist” (inspired by a recent real-life heist), hear real talk about setting boundaries and how much modern women truly carry and explore what sisterhood looks like in her busy life today. Whether you're an avid reader, an aspiring writer or looking for tips on creating boundaries, Jo's humor, truth and storytelling will leave you feeling inspired.

In this heartwarming episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes back Pam Allyn, creator of World Read Aloud Day and co-author of Every Child a Super Reader, to celebrate the power of reading aloud. Pam and Jed reflect on how the greatest benefit of reading with kids isn't just academic success—it's the deep, lasting bond that forms between caring adults and children. Pam shares moving memories of her father reading the sports pages to her at the dinner table, even into her teen years, showing that read‑aloud time never has to end. Together, she and Jed explore how reading signals to kids, "I'm here for you. I believe in you." They discuss the importance of being authentic reading role models, understanding the basics of phonics and comprehension, and gently building kids' reading stamina so that reading feels joyful, not exhausting. In the second half of the episode, Jed is joined by Ashley Bendiksen, author of A Kids Book About Boundaries. Ashley explains how her book helps children ages 5–9 understand emotional, social, and physical boundaries in everyday situations, using clear language and practice phrases families can use together. She and Jed talk about self‑advocacy, online safety, and why early, open conversations about hard topics actually empower kids rather than frighten them. Ashley also shares her personal journey from surviving abuse to becoming a national speaker and advocate, and how writing for children allows her to equip kids—and the adults who love them—with the tools to stay safe, speak up, and know their worth.

The hosts discuss Jerry installing iOS 27 beta on an iPhone 15 Pro Max and watch, reporting strong stability, snappy performance, and minor reported edge-case crashes, while noting Siri AI requires newer hardware due to RAM constraints and that others find the new Siri improved. Joe shares a fresh issue deploying an MDM configuration profile to disable Siri: users still received "unable to use Siri" prompts because "Listen for 'Hey Siri'" could remain enabled, requiring removing the profile, turning it off locally, and reapplying; Apple Intelligence also wasn't fully disabled. Sam describes improving client offboarding by building a monday.com form that feeds Zendesk tickets, and the group compares running lean teams, using subcontractors and Foundation as pay-as-you-go helpdesk support (including an optional branded phone line). They also cover business uncertainty, tax-law changes affecting S-corps, and handling time-consuming "I've been hacked" client calls.   00:00 Show Kickoff Banter 00:35 iOS 27 Beta First Impressions 01:42 Installing Live and Siri AI Limits 04:40 MDM Glitch Disabling Siri 07:52 Advising Clients on Apple AI 10:16 Offboarding Workflow in Monday 12:25 Solo Juggling Without the Team 15:49 Jerry Business and Tax Updates 19:05 Hacked Device Panic Call 20:51 Explaining Normal iOS Mac Features 22:46 Clean Bill of Health Limits 24:07 Lean Teams and Overhead 28:51 Using Outsourced Helpdesk 29:58 Onboarding Big Client While Away 34:56 Pricing and Custom Phone Line 37:57 How to End Free Calls 41:56 Defining Success and Boundaries 45:23 Wrap Up and Outro

Examining sectarian divergence in the early modern Middle East, Ayşe Baltacıoğlu-Brammer's study provides a fresh perspective on the Sunni–Shi'i division. Drawing on Ottoman Turkish, Persian, and European sources, Boundaries of Belonging: Sectarianism and Statecraft in the Early Modern Ottoman Empire (Cambridge University Press, 2026) explores the paradox of an Ottoman state that combined rigid ideological discourses with pragmatic governance. Through an analysis of key figures, events, periods, and policies, Boundaries of Belonging reveals how political, economic, and religious forces intersected, challenging simplistic sectarian binaries. Baltacıoğlu-Brammer provides a comprehensive historical account of Ottoman governance during the long sixteenth century, focusing on its relationship with non-Sunni Muslim subjects, particularly the Qizilbash. As both the founders of the Safavid Empire and the largest Shiʿi-affiliated group within the Ottoman realm, the Qizilbash occupied a crucial yet often misunderstood position. Boundaries of Belonging examines their role within the empire, challenging the notion that they were merely persecuted outsiders by highlighting their agency in shaping imperial policies, negotiating their status, and influencing the Ottoman–Safavid rivalry in Anatolia, Kurdistan, and Iraq, and western Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Episode 112: Considering divorce? These two essential self-care questions will help you ground yourself when everything feels overwhelming. Hey y'all, let's just take a collective deep breath together. After a few heavy, deeply intellectual episodes, I felt it in my bones that we needed to slow down, vibe, and get back to the absolute basics this week. When I was in the thick of navigating my own separation and trying to decide whether to stay or go, my therapist started every single session with the same two questions. She didn't dive into the big philosophical drama—she brought me right back to my body.In this episode, I'm asking you those same two questions: How is your sleep? And how is your eating going?

Examining sectarian divergence in the early modern Middle East, Ayşe Baltacıoğlu-Brammer's study provides a fresh perspective on the Sunni–Shi'i division. Drawing on Ottoman Turkish, Persian, and European sources, Boundaries of Belonging: Sectarianism and Statecraft in the Early Modern Ottoman Empire (Cambridge University Press, 2026) explores the paradox of an Ottoman state that combined rigid ideological discourses with pragmatic governance. Through an analysis of key figures, events, periods, and policies, Boundaries of Belonging reveals how political, economic, and religious forces intersected, challenging simplistic sectarian binaries. Baltacıoğlu-Brammer provides a comprehensive historical account of Ottoman governance during the long sixteenth century, focusing on its relationship with non-Sunni Muslim subjects, particularly the Qizilbash. As both the founders of the Safavid Empire and the largest Shiʿi-affiliated group within the Ottoman realm, the Qizilbash occupied a crucial yet often misunderstood position. Boundaries of Belonging examines their role within the empire, challenging the notion that they were merely persecuted outsiders by highlighting their agency in shaping imperial policies, negotiating their status, and influencing the Ottoman–Safavid rivalry in Anatolia, Kurdistan, and Iraq, and western Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/islamic-studies

Thirty years ago, many believed Christian ministry in the Middle East and North Africa faced insurmountable barriers. Churches were scarce, believers often isolated, and traditional ministry methods struggled. Yet a bold vision led by Dr. Terence Ascott gave birth to SAT-7, a pioneering satellite television ministry that would change the landscape of Christian ministry across the region. In this episode of the Unconventional Ministry Podcast, Dennis Wiens explores how SAT-7 became one of the most influential Christian media ministries in the Middle East and North Africa. Broadcasting 24/7 in Arabic, Persian, Dari, and Turkish, SAT-7 uses satellite television, digital and social media platforms to bring biblical teaching, worship, discipleship, prayer support, and hope directly into homes across the region. Discover how culturally relevant programming created by Middle Eastern and North African believers is strengthening faith, connecting viewers to local churches, and providing encouragement amid conflict, persecution, and uncertainty. Learn how innovative media ministry continues to overcome barriers that traditional approaches often cannot. Whether you're a church leader, donor, missions advocate, or simply passionate about global outreach, this episode offers a compelling look at how courage, creativity, and technology are expanding access to the Gospel in some of the world's most challenging places. Previous Episodes to learn more about SAT-7: EP#207 Broadcasting Hope in a Changing Middle East and North Africa with Rami Al-Halaseh EP#194 Music, Marriage, Media, and Ministry: A Story of Faithful Impact with Rawad and Marianne Daou  

Examining sectarian divergence in the early modern Middle East, Ayşe Baltacıoğlu-Brammer's study provides a fresh perspective on the Sunni–Shi'i division. Drawing on Ottoman Turkish, Persian, and European sources, Boundaries of Belonging: Sectarianism and Statecraft in the Early Modern Ottoman Empire (Cambridge University Press, 2026) explores the paradox of an Ottoman state that combined rigid ideological discourses with pragmatic governance. Through an analysis of key figures, events, periods, and policies, Boundaries of Belonging reveals how political, economic, and religious forces intersected, challenging simplistic sectarian binaries. Baltacıoğlu-Brammer provides a comprehensive historical account of Ottoman governance during the long sixteenth century, focusing on its relationship with non-Sunni Muslim subjects, particularly the Qizilbash. As both the founders of the Safavid Empire and the largest Shiʿi-affiliated group within the Ottoman realm, the Qizilbash occupied a crucial yet often misunderstood position. Boundaries of Belonging examines their role within the empire, challenging the notion that they were merely persecuted outsiders by highlighting their agency in shaping imperial policies, negotiating their status, and influencing the Ottoman–Safavid rivalry in Anatolia, Kurdistan, and Iraq, and western Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hindi When good people do bad things-3 causes, 4 boundaries. Kolkata. - Chaitanya Charan by Exploring mindfulness, yoga and spirituality

Take care when listening to this call-in! This is not a call-in for children. If you have a history of abuse, particularly sexual abuse, be alert and ready.Philosopher Stefan Molyneux exposes the most evil family in this call-in show, where an absent father, alcoholic mother, drug-dealing stepfather, and years of porn, sibling incest, and the caller molesting his drunk mom created total sexual corruption and moral rot. He demands the caller drop all excuses, judge it clearly as evil, set hard boundaries, and build a real life instead of staying trapped in the damage.GET FREEDOMAIN MERCH! https://shop.freedomain.com/SUBSCRIBE TO ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxFollow me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@freedomain1GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/FREEDOMAIN2026

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jasmine Hood Founder of Better Bodies Massage in Atlanta (originally from Greenville, South Carolina), joined Rushion McDonald on Money Making Conversations Masterclass to share her journey from CNA to licensed massage therapist, the realities of being a traveling service provider, and the wellness benefits of massage therapy. She discusses body alignment, stress, trauma release, the differences between massage modalities, alternative treatments like cupping, entrepreneurship during COVID‑19, safety considerations for mobile therapists, corporate/wellness partnerships, and her long‑term goal of building a scalable massage brand supported by contractors.

In our recent five-part Ruling Your Domain series, we invited viewers and listeners to send in their questions—and the response was incredible! In this first of a two-part follow-up, John, Blaine, and Allen offer insights into a wide range of topics, including how to limit input from global news and social media while still engaging in the issues of our time, ways to react to a repair person who is cursing while in your home, and what to do if you feel the issues within your realm are unmanageable or will never change.Show Notes: The email to send podcast questions to is questions@WildatHeart.org. The books referenced—The Patient Ferment of the Early Church by Alan Kreider, Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsend, and Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer—are available wherever books are sold.Keywords: Q&A, Christianity, Prayer, Social Media, News_______________________________________________There is more.Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at Questions@WildatHeart.orgSupport the mission or find more on our website:WildAtHeart.org  or on our app.Apple: Wild At Heart AppAndroid: Wild At Heart AppWatch on YouTubeThe stock music used in the Wild at Heart podcast is titled “When Laid to Rest” by Patrick Rundblad and available here.More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android.Apple: One Minute Pause AppAndroid: One Minute Pause App

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jasmine Hood Founder of Better Bodies Massage in Atlanta (originally from Greenville, South Carolina), joined Rushion McDonald on Money Making Conversations Masterclass to share her journey from CNA to licensed massage therapist, the realities of being a traveling service provider, and the wellness benefits of massage therapy. She discusses body alignment, stress, trauma release, the differences between massage modalities, alternative treatments like cupping, entrepreneurship during COVID‑19, safety considerations for mobile therapists, corporate/wellness partnerships, and her long‑term goal of building a scalable massage brand supported by contractors.

In this special crossover episode, Jimmy sits down with Ryan Michler, founder of Order of Man and host of one of the most influential men's podcasts in the world.Together they discuss masculinity, leadership, brotherhood, boundaries, relationships, purpose, personal growth, and what it means to become a sovereign man in today's culture.The conversation dives into why so many men struggle with direction, how to build meaningful friendships, the role of accountability, navigating romantic relationships, overcoming "nice guy" tendencies, and why men need a mission bigger than themselves.This is a powerful conversation between two men who have dedicated their lives to helping other men step into greater strength, responsibility, and purpose.Follow Ryan Michler: IG

a relationship is a space for both of us to breathe, when it no longer creates that space, we must be willing to detach from our expectations.Angela Han: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8ssTnrs/life in focus with suttida: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8sGMw2k/Jay: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8sG6RLT/empathy without boundaries is dangerous and a form of self abandonment. Read Julie's Medium Blog.Support JULIE (and the show!)Support + get some bonus stuff over on PATREON.Get an occasional personal email from me: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.comTune in on INSTAGRAM AND YOUTUBE or TIKTOK.Info on War Tax Resistance.Donate to the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund and the Sudan Relief FundThe opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I share the three leadership shifts that helped me build a profitable business without sacrificing my health, family, or peace. After experiencing firsthand what burnout looked like while building a six-figure business, I realized that working harder wasn't the answer—leading differently was. We explore why burnout is often a self-leadership problem rather than a time-management problem, and I walk through three practical strategies that have helped me run a successful business in roughly 20 hours a week. If you're tired of feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or trapped by hustle culture, this episode will help you build a business that supports the life God called you to live instead of consuming it. __________________________________________________________

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jasmine Hood Founder of Better Bodies Massage in Atlanta (originally from Greenville, South Carolina), joined Rushion McDonald on Money Making Conversations Masterclass to share her journey from CNA to licensed massage therapist, the realities of being a traveling service provider, and the wellness benefits of massage therapy. She discusses body alignment, stress, trauma release, the differences between massage modalities, alternative treatments like cupping, entrepreneurship during COVID‑19, safety considerations for mobile therapists, corporate/wellness partnerships, and her long‑term goal of building a scalable massage brand supported by contractors.

What kind of leader is your pet care business creating you to become? In this episode, we talk through five common leadership styles: the visionary, the operator, the servant leader, the coach, and the commander. We explore how each style shows up for solo sitters, team owners, clients, and employees. We also look at the strengths, weaknesses, and blind spots that come with each approach. As our businesses grow, we have to ask whether the style that helped us start is still the style we need moving forward. Main topics: Leading yourself first Visionary leadership strengths Systems versus people Boundaries and burnout Adapting leadership styles Main takeaway: "The challenge is that most business owners continue using the same leadership style that helped them start the business, even when the business now needs something different." That line's hard to hear, because what helped us survive the early days may not be enough to sustain the next stage. As a solo sitter, our leadership might look like discipline, boundaries, and client communication. As our business grows, leadership starts to include culture, accountability, delegation, and developing other people. The goal is not to label one style as good or bad, but to understand our strengths and our blind spots. Our business may need a different version of our leadership than it did a year ago. Links: Check out our Starter Packs See all of our discounts!

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For many high-achieving women, there comes a moment when the strategies, habits, and mindset that created the level of success they have no longer feels like enough.  Not because you've failed. Not because you've done anything wrong. But because your next level is asking something different of you. In this episode of the Monday Morning Mojo Podcast, Anna Gibbs explores what happens when achievement alone is no longer the goal and how to navigate the transition into a more aligned, fulfilling version of success. In this episode, you'll learn: What causes the habits that created your current success to not be the ones that take you where you want to go next How to shift from living by expectations to making intentional choices that align with what you truly want Why many successful women don't have a time management problem, they have an energy management problem How to focus on sustainable performance instead of simply productivity How to identify what deserves your "yes" and what requires a graceful "no" The questions to ask yourself if you're ready for greater alignment, fulfillment, freedom, and clarity If you've been feeling the pull toward something more, not necessarily more achievement, but more meaning, more peace, and more alignment, this conversation will help you pause, reflect, and consider what your next level is truly asking of you. JUST ANNOUNCED! Anna's upcoming book, Getting Back to You is coming out soon! To be the first to hear about it, click here to get on her list! Resources Mentioned in the Show: Anna's Build Your Best Life Journal Journal Prompts: What do I want? Am I trying to prove myself or or am I choosing what I want? What do I need to get to my next level? What does success mean for me today? Quotes to Remember: There's a profound difference between living from expectation and living from intention. Your energy is one of your greatest assets. Just because you can do something doesn't mean you should do it. Boundaries don't limit your life; they expand you and help you focus on the things that matter. Connect with Anna: To learn more about Anna's upcoming book go to: gettingbacktoyoubook.com Monday Morning Mojo Facebook Group Facebook  Instagram Watch the Monday Morning Mojo Video on YouTube To set up a discovery call with Anna visit Calendly.com/annagibbs  To learn more about coaching with Anna visit  coachannagibbs.com To learn more about the supplements and products Anna uses to improve her overall health and well-being visit: https://plexusworldwide.com/annagibbs  Learn more about the makeup and skincare company Anna uses that also makes donations to important women's causes. It's bigger than beauty.

Text me what your #1 studio problem is right now for my research. Add your email.“Burnout doesn't happen because you stop caring. Burnout happens because you care so much that somewhere along the way, you stop taking care of yourself.”If you've been feeling tired lately, you're not alone.On recent coaching calls, Michael Jay has been asking studio owners to rate their energy from 1 to 10. The answers have been surprisingly low. Lots of 3s. Lots of 4s. Even the 7s came with a laugh and a disclaimer.So why are so many community Yoga Studio owners running on empty?In this episode, Michael is joined by former studio owner and consultant Stephanie for an honest conversation about burnout, boundaries, self-care, and what it really takes to sustain yourself while leading a community Yoga Studio.Together they share stories from their own experiences as studio owners, discuss why summer can be an ideal time to reset, and explore the habits, systems, and mindset shifts that help owners protect their energy without losing momentum in their business.The conversation touches on everything from taking time off and finding your personal rhythm to delegating tasks, reconnecting with your own practice, and remembering that the health of a community Yoga Studio starts with the health of its owner.This episode is especially valuable for owners who love their community Yoga Studio deeply but have started to feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the reasons they opened their doors in the first place.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why so many community Yoga Studio owners are feeling burnt out right now• The warning signs that your energy tank is running low• Why summer can be the perfect season to rest, regroup, and prepare for fall• How dedicated time to work on your Yoga Studio—not just in it—can reduce stress and improve focus• Why delegation, systems, and asking for help are essential skills for community Yoga Studio owners• How finding your own rhythm can improve both your health and your business• Why attending classes as a student can reignite your passion and creativity• The importance of practicing what you preach as the leader of a community Yoga Studio• Simple self-care habits that can help prevent burnout before it starts• Why building a thriving community Yoga Studio begins with taking care of yourselfGrab a spot in Michael's calendar for the GROW-A-STUDIO coaching package.  New to OfferingTree? Save 50% off your first 3 months with Michael's partner link: offeringtree.com/yogabizchamppodcast — or get 20% off an annual plan with the summer sale: https://hubs.ly/Q04jrv630Already on OfferingTree? Upgrade to an annual Pro or Studio plan for 20% off:  Book a call with Mitch McGinley from the Boutique Fitness Brokers with my link. BOOK WITH MITCH HERE FREE RESOURCES AND BOOK A CHAT LINKhttps://yogabizchamp.link/podlink

Boundaries! Healing! Motivation! Security! All on this week's horoscope. Let's gooooo. Watch the video version of Ghost of a Podcast on Jessica's Patreon or YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/jessicalanyadoo/videos

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Fresh off my trip to Puerto Vallarta, I'm back with a few things I need to get off my chest.PVR was an amazing time and exactly the kind of Pride experience I needed. Somewhere along the way, I earned the title of "Muva"—and honestly, it might be sticking.I also talk about the drama that unfolded during the birthday boy's cocktail hour. Some guests tried it, and I had to get a few people together. The funny part? They couldn't take me... and I genuinely did not care.I also touch on my relationship with my therapist and whether it might be time to find someone new. Sometimes growth means recognizing when a space or relationship is no longer serving you.This episode is a mix of Pride reflections, vacation stories, boundary setting, and a little Muva energy.Don't forget to subscribe, like, and give me my 10s in the comments!X: @LNwithSylvesterEmail: LateNightwithSylvester@gmail.com

Novels centering on love and sex are among the best-selling books year after year. More and more are challenging the conventions of romance as a genre — and bringing us well beyond fairy tale endings.Two novels out this summer are pushing some of the boundaries of romance writing and love stories as we know them.Haili Blassingame's “They All Fall in Love at the End” follows a young Black writer in D.C. as she explores non-monogamy while her city (and the whole world) deals with the fallout of the 2024 election.And in Tia Williams' “The Missed Connection,” a casting agent tries to find the handsome stranger who sat next to her on a flight while navigating past trauma and a shaky work-life balance.We ask these new authors about writing complex love stories.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

What if healing isn't just about changing your circumstances—but also tending what's been growing inside of you? Last week, we explored the metaphor of seed and soil: the way your nature and your nurture shape who you become. This week, we're going deeper. Because your inner world isn't just one plant—it's more like a whole garden. In this episode, we'll explore the difference between tending your inner garden and tending the outer soil around you. You'll learn why old patterns can still show up even after you've changed your life, why boundaries are not punishment, and how real healing involves both compassion for what grew inside of you and courage to change what surrounds you now. Here's what we cover: *How to recognize the tender, resilient, overgrown, and buried parts of your inner world *Why changing your outer environment helps—but doesn't automatically heal the inner one *The difference between boundaries as punishment and boundaries as self-stewardship *How differentiation helps you stay connected to yourself, even in difficult relationships *Why real change is possible, even if the soil around you has been hard Real healing is rarely a single breakthrough moment. It's the slow, faithful work of tending what has been entrusted to you, one step at a time. More Resources: You can now preorder Dr. Alison's newest book, The Secure Soul, and immediately receive the first 3 chapters as well as early access to the companion guide! Connect further with @dralisoncook on Instagram Curious what Family Role may have shaped you? Take the Family Role Quiz to learn how you may be showing up in your relationships with others. Want to hear more like this? Start here: Episode 212: Why You Feel Everything So Deeply (and Other People Don't): Childhood, Sensitivity & the Nervous System Episode 20: Making Peace with Yourself (& Facing Your Fear of Disappointing Other People)

Download: Setting Healthy Boundaries WorksheetHave you ever found yourself lying awake at night, replaying that moment when you said "yes" but every fiber of your being was screaming "no"? In this transformative episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind dive deep into one of recovery's most overlooked yet crucial components: setting healthy boundaries. They explore why boundaries aren't walls that keep people out, but rather fences that let the right things in. The hosts break down common misconceptions about boundaries, explaining why they're not selfish acts but essential tools for self-respect and healing. Through practical examples and clear guidance, they show how proper boundaries can actually lead to deeper, more meaningful relationships while protecting your recovery journey.What makes this episode particularly valuable is its practical approach. The hosts provide a step-by-step guide to setting and maintaining boundaries, from starting small to handling pushback. They emphasize that while setting boundaries might feel uncomfortable at first, especially for those who haven't seen them modeled in their lives, they're skills that can be learned and improved over time.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if keeping the peace is actually keeping you from being fully yourself? In this heartfelt and empowering coaching session, Christine works with Emily, who is preparing to release her first book—a deeply personal guide about becoming an intentional, loving grandparent called Don't Skip the Party. But instead of celebration, Emily is met with silence and defensiveness from her mother. As her mom reads the book through the lens of her own regrets and perceived shortcomings, Emily finds herself pulled back into a familiar role: making sure everyone else is okay, even at the expense of her own truth. Together, Christine and Emily unpack one of the most common generational patterns many women carry—the belief that love means managing other people's emotions. The conversation explores boundaries, codependency, family dynamics, and the difference between truth spoken with love versus sacrificing yourself to keep others comfortable. If you've ever felt responsible for a parent's happiness, struggled to set loving boundaries, or found yourself shrinking your truth to avoid upsetting others, this episode will resonate deeply. Press play to discover why letting people have their feelings may be one of the most loving things you can do—for them and for yourself.    Consider / Ask Yourself Do you feel responsible for keeping peace within your family? Are you uncomfortable when people are upset with you? Do you soften your truth or hold yourself back to avoid disappointing others? Have you confused love with self-sacrifice?   Key Insights and A-Ha's Love does not require managing another person's emotions. Boundaries are not rejection—they are an act of self-respect and honesty. Protecting people from discomfort can sometimes prevent their growth. Breaking generational patterns means changing your role in the family dynamic—not forcing others to change theirs. Truth and love belong together. One without the other creates imbalance.   How to Deepen the Work Notice where you take responsibility for emotions that don't belong to you. Ask yourself: "Am I being loving—or am I people-pleasing?" Practice allowing others to have their own reactions without rushing to fix them. Reflect on where you can choose truth and love simultaneously.   Resources Mentioned in This Episode Featured Sponsor: Peluva Barefoot Shoes Christine shares her experience with Peluva, a minimalist five-toe shoe designed to strengthen the feet, encourage natural movement, and improve overall comfort. Use code CHRISTINE for 10% off your first pair. Visit: peluva.com    Social Media + Resources:  Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts Including Coaches Corner Christine on Facebook Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler @ChristineHassler on Twitter @ChristineHassler on Instagram @SacredUnionCouples on Instagram Email: jill@christinehassler.com — For information on any of my services! Get on the waitlist to be coached on the show! Get on the list to be notified about the upcoming certification program for coaches!