Podcasts about bravery

When actions align with words, trust is built. Trust is the foundation of relationships. 

The devil is a real spiritual being. He wants to destroy us and everything good in our lives. We must fight back against his influence. And the good news? We know who wins in the end. In fact, the battle has already been won. 

Day 1,433.Today, amid increased Russian military pressure in the Donbas, and as Ukraine faces what the NATO Secretary General calls its “harshest winter for a decade”, we bring you the latest from the Ukraine peace talks, where the United States is understood to be increasing pressure on President Zelensky's government to concede territory to Russia before Washington grants any security guarantees. But is Moscow's position under Vladimir Putin softer than it appears, as some allege? Then we discuss civilian resilience in Ukraine with an expert from Harvard University.ContributorsFrancis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.With thanks to Dr Emma Mateo (Harvard University's Ukrainian Research Institute). @emm_mateo on X.SIGN UP TO THE ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainenewsletter Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.CONTENT REFERENCED:Learn more about Harvard's Ukrainian Research Institute's ‘Solidarity Within and Beyond Ukraine Conference this Friday and Saturday:https://www.huri.harvard.edu/tcup-conference France opposes EU plan to buy British Storm Shadows for Ukraine (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/01/26/france-opposes-eu-plan-to-buy-british-storm-shadows-ukraine/ Exclusive: Russian negotiators soften hardline stance in private, US officials say. Ukrainians urge caution (Kyiv Independent):https://kyivindependent.com/kremlin-negotiators-drop-hardline-stance-behind-closed-doors-us-official-revealsUS links security guarantees for Ukraine to peace deal ceding territory (Financial Times):https://www.ft.com/content/8ca0d4fd-fdfd-4aa3-a3a2-90be00d55b9d NATO boss Rutte slaps down calls for European army prompted by Trump fears (Reuters):https://www.reuters.com/world/nato-boss-rutte-slaps-down-calls-european-army-prompted-by-trump-fears-2026-01-26/Commission approves second wave of SAFE defence funding for eight Member States (EU):https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_211‘Bread and War: A Ukrainian Story of Food, Bravery and Hope' by Felicity Spector:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bread-War-Ukrainian-Story-Bravery/dp/1914613783 LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST IN NEW LANGUAGES:The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them. Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatestSubscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The day we graduate is a special day. For 130 inmates, this coming Friday will be extra special! 

Welcome back to Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick. In today's episode, Michael sits down with Christine Wolf Hoover, a licensed professional counselor from Texas and author of "Soul Adventuring: Your Guide to Living with Bravery and Joy." Together, they explore the idea that our faith journey is an invitation into risk, bravery, and joy, not just a checklist of spiritual practices.Through honest conversation and stories drawn from her clinical experience and personal life, Christine breaks down the barriers of toxic positivity, sharing how embracing vulnerability and facing the hard places in life can lead to real transformation. You'll hear practical wisdom on navigating trauma, setting boundaries, and improving emotional health, along with fresh perspectives on classic ideas like "doing the work," regulating your brain, and cultivating joy.Support the showENGAGE THE RESTORING THE SOUL PODCAST:- Follow us on YouTube - Tweet us at @michaeljcusick and @PodcastRTS- Like us on Facebook- Follow us on Instagram & Twitter- Follow Michael on Twitter- Email us at info@restoringthesoul.com Thanks for listening!

There are moments in life that present themselves as the intersection of free will and purpose. Which road will you choose? It's always up to you to decide. 

Conformity will bring you to mediocrity, nothing more. But there is more. Much more. Go find your purpose and pursue it with everything you have in you. 

Our minds don't operate optimally if we are constantly bombarded with noise. Sometimes we just need to be quiet. 

Nicolle Wallace on thousands of people in Minneapolis braving a wind chill of -20 degrees as part of a coordinated day of peaceful action.For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewh For more from Nicolle, follow and download her podcast, “The Best People with Nicolle Wallace,” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Regina V. Cates is an author, activist, podcaster, and founder of Romancing Your Soul, an organization that helps people develop lives of love, compassion, and purpose. Her first internationally bestselling book Lead with Your Heart: Creating a Life of Love, Compassion, and Purpose continues to be an inspiration to people who desire a more fulfilled life. Regina is followed by hundreds of thousands on social media who embrace her messages of kindness, compassion, and empathy for one another as equal members of our human family.In this conversation we discuss Regina's new book The Real Conversation Jesus Wants Us to Have: A Call to Bravery, Peace, and Love.Viewing modern Christianity from Jesus's point of view Why are we not loving our neighbors as ourselves? What has changed? What questions can you ask to confront the judgmental attitudes alive within Christianity? How do you think Jesus would view modern Christianity? What attributes, from Jesus's viewpoint, make great leaders great? Demonstrating why it is necessary for individuals to critique their religious and social experiences from Jesus's viewpoint in order to truly love Christ. For individuals who are fed up with church but still love Jesus, what should they do? Where should they go? What is broken within Christianity? What are some tangible solutions to fix what is broken within Christianity? What religious, social, and political persecution have you witnessed? How does the church fail to address sexual abuse, misogyny, homophobia, corrupt politics, and religious authority? Resonating with those who have themselves fallen victim to widespread religious judgment. How can this book be a guide to those fallen victim to widespread religious judgment? Compelling Christians and Christianity to answer questions Jesus would ask of anyone who claims to love and follow Him. What do you think it would be like to have a conversation with Jesus about our modern world? What would the conversation focus on? Follow Regina:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReginaVCates/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/regina_cates_music/Website: ReginaVCates.com

Keep your phone screen put away and your head up. 

Hey scummers.Nathan has absconded to New Zealand on a so-called family holiday, but in doing so has cemented his claim as the one true King of the Scummers. Against all odds (and unlike Spamuel) he's taken his recording gear on the road. Bravery. Courage. Heroism. We salute him.After the shortest intro in Lorekeepers history (you're welcome), we finally bring our rambling tour of the Minor Ordos of the Holy Inquisition to a close.From the shadowy ordos tasked with investigating miracles, to the Grand Dog of Necromunda, and an Ordo whose entire remit appears to be deciding whether sensitive information gets a Sharpie or a flamer, right through to Malcador the Sigillite's deeply suspect personal Christmas album collection.The tail end of this series is an absolute ride.And because it's a new year, and this is our first finished series of the year, you already know what that means.We are doing a giveaway. Make sure you listen to the whole episode (or just skip to the end) and find out how you can win.I'm not your mum.Want to support the show? ⁠https://linktr.ee/underhivelorekeepersEnd music theme is Celltrance by Lobo Loco. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Lobo_Loco/free-for-you-cc-by/celltrance-id-2346/

We make lists and cross off things as we accomplish them. But many times in life we are merely checking the box; existing rather than living a full life. 

In this episode of Pro Mindset® Podcast, host Craig Domann welcomes Jill Schulman, a former Marine and author, to explore the essence of bravery. Jill shares her journey from military service to becoming a motivational speaker, emphasizing the importance of building a "bravery muscle" for personal and professional success. Discover how Jill integrates cognitive reframing and positive psychology into her daily routine, offering strategies for resilience and growth. Whether you're facing challenges in life or career, Jill's insights provide a roadmap to thriving. Episode Takeaways: 

In today's episode I take a look inside The Book of James. 

In 1997, IBM's Deep Blue defeated chess champion Garry Kasparov. This was a turning point for Artificial Intelligence. Today, AI has unlimited applications. But pay attention or the machine might win the battle for existence. 

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: From Burnt Cake to Bravery: Lessons in the Lab Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-01-20-23-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: רבקה נכנסה למעבדה במדע עם חיוך על הפנים.En: רבקה entered the science lab with a smile on her face.He: היא החזיקה בידיה עוגה שהכינה בקפידה לבייק סייל שבו רצתה לזכות בתואר "האופה הטובה ביותר".En: She was holding a cake she had carefully baked for the bake sale where she wanted to win the title of "Best Baker."He: עיניה חיפשו מקום להניח את העוגה, והיא קיוותה שאיש לא ישים לב לטעות שעשתה.En: Her eyes searched for a place to put the cake, and she hoped no one would notice the mistake she had made.He: הלוח בחדר המעבדה היה מכוסה בנוסחאות, ובין התמונות של הטבלה המחזורית היו סטודנטים עסוקים בניסויים.En: The board in the lab was covered with formulas, and between the pictures of the periodic table, students were busy with experiments.He: רבקה החליטה להניח את העוגה על אחד השולחנות הריקים, קרוב מדי לבעירה של מבערי הבונזן.En: רבקה decided to place the cake on one of the empty tables, too close to the flames of the Bunsen burners.He: שרה, חברתה מהשכבה, נכנסה לכיתה והתיישבה במקום שלה, אבל רבקה המשיכה לנעוץ מבטים בעוגה המדורגת שלה.En: שרה, her friend from the same grade, entered the class and sat in her place, but רבקה continued to stare at her tiered cake.He: היא רצתה להתחמק מהכיתה ולשמור את העוגה עד לסיום השיעור, אבל היא ידעה שהיא חייבת להתרכז בניסוי שהיה הבא בתור.En: She wanted to sneak out of the class and keep the cake until the end of the lesson, but she knew she had to concentrate on the experiment that was next.He: לפתע, העוגה החלה להעלות עשן.En: Suddenly, the cake began to smoke.He: רבקה הבחינה בזה מיד אבל לא ידעה מה לעשות.En: רבקה noticed it immediately but didn't know what to do.He: לבה החל לפעום בחוזקה.En: Her heart started pounding.He: היא ידעה שהעוגה קרובה מדי למבער.En: She knew the cake was too close to the burner.He: הסירנה של אזעקת האש החלה לצפצף ורבקה הרגישה שכל עיני הכיתה נחות עליה.En: The fire alarm's siren began to blare, and רבקה felt all eyes in the class on her.He: "החוצה!En: "Out!He: כולם החוצה!En: Everyone out!"He: " קרא המורה דוד בזמן שהוביל את התלמידים החוצה מהכיתה.En: called David, the teacher, as he led the students out of the classroom.He: בעוד התלמידים יצאו, רבקה נשארה מאחור.En: While the students left, רבקה stayed behind.He: היא ניגשה בזהירות לעוגה, לא יודעת האם עליה לנסות ולהציל אותה או פשוט לנטוש הכל.En: She carefully approached the cake, unsure whether to try to save it or just abandon everything.He: לבסוף, היא לקחה נשימה עמוקה ויצאה לכיוון המורה.En: Finally, she took a deep breath and headed toward the teacher.He: "דוד, אני מצטערת מאוד," אמרה בקול רועד, "הבאתי את העוגה שלי למעבדה בטעות.En: "David, I am really sorry," she said in a trembling voice, "I brought my cake to the lab by mistake."He: "דוד הביט בה לרגע ואז צחק בלבביות.En: David looked at her for a moment and then laughed heartily.He: "רבקה, מדובר בשגיאה שאפשר ללמוד ממנה.En: "רבקה, this is a mistake we can learn from.He: מעכשיו, נקווה שכולם יבינו את חשיבות הבטיחות במעבדה.En: From now on, let's hope everyone understands the importance of safety in the lab."He: "רבקה נשמה לרווחה.En: רבקה breathed a sigh of relief.He: היא לא זכתה בתואר האופה, אבל גילתה שהיא יכולה להתעמת עם טעויותיה ולהישאר שלמה.En: She didn't win the title of best baker, but she found that she could confront her mistakes and remain whole.He: מחוץ לכיתה, שרה חיבקה אותה.En: Outside the class, שרה hugged her.He: "רבקה, את עדיין האופה הכי טובה מבחינתי.En: "רבקה, you're still the best baker to me."He: "רבקה חייכה.En: רבקה smiled.He: היא הבינה שאינה צריכה להיות מושלמת כדי לזכות בהערכה ובחברות.En: She realized she didn't need to be perfect to earn appreciation and friendship.He: היא כבר לא רצתה להסתיר את רגשותיה.En: She no longer wanted to hide her feelings.He: גם כשהדברים לא התנהלו כמתוכנן, היא למדה שביום החדש יהיה הזדמנות חדשה לנסות שוב.En: Even when things didn't go as planned, she learned that a new day would bring a new opportunity to try again. Vocabulary Words:science lab: מעבדה במדעbake sale: בייק סיילformulas: נוסחאותperiodic table: הטבלה המחזוריתexperiments: ניסוייםtiered cake: עוגה מדורגתconcentrate: להתרכזexperiment: ניסויpounding: לפעוםBunsen burner: מבער בונזןsiren: סירנהblare: לצפצףclassroom: כיתהapproached: ניגשהabandon: לנטושtrembling voice: קול רועדmistake: טעותwhole: שלמהrelief: לרווחהconfront: להתעמתappreciation: הערכהfriendship: חברותperfect: מושלמתopportunity: הזדמנותerror: שגיאהsafety: בטיחותhugged: חיבקהfeelings: רגשותcarefully: בקפידהunsure: לא יודעתBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Old Faithful is the most famous geyser in the world. But today I am discussing a bigger, better kind of faithfulness. 

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Braving the Winter: A Sibling's Fight for Family's Warmth Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-01-19-23-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A hó vastagon borította a falusi piactér köveit.En: The snow thickly covered the stones of the village market square.Hu: Emberek siettek vastag köpönyegekben.En: People hurried by in thick cloaks.Hu: Standok sorakoztak, ahol téli termékeket árultak.En: Stalls lined up where winter products were sold.Hu: Réka aggódva nézett körül.En: Réka looked around anxiously.Hu: László, a testvére, otthon feküdt magas lázzal.En: László, her brother, was lying at home with a high fever.Hu: Réka elhatározta, hogy megtesz mindent, hogy meggyógyítsa.En: Réka decided she would do everything to heal him.Hu: István, a falu gyógyítója, a házban fontoskodott.En: István, the village healer, was bustling about the house.Hu: Sokféle gyógynövényt próbált már, de László állapota nem javult.En: He had tried many types of herbs, but László's condition had not improved.Hu: Réka tudta, hogy ritka növények kellenek, amiket csak az erdő mélyén lehet megtalálni.En: Réka knew that rare plants were needed, ones that could only be found deep in the forest.Hu: Azonban a tél kemény volt, és az erdő veszélyes.En: However, the winter was harsh, and the forest was dangerous.Hu: — Réka, veszélyes most az erdő, ne menj!En: "Réka, the forest is dangerous now, don't go!"Hu: — figyelmeztette István, de Réka szilárd maradt.En: warned István, but Réka remained resolute.Hu: — Meg kell próbálnom — mondta határozottan.En: "I have to try," she said determinedly.Hu: Réka útra kelt, a hóban taposta az ösvényt.En: Réka set off, trudging the path in the snow.Hu: Az erdő csendes volt, csak a szél zugott a fák között.En: The forest was silent, only the wind whistled between the trees.Hu: Az út hosszú volt, de Réka nem adta fel.En: The journey was long, but Réka did not give up.Hu: Végül megtalálta a szükséges növényeket.En: Finally, she found the necessary plants.Hu: Összeszedte a gyógynövényeket, és visszaindult.En: She gathered the herbs and started her way back.Hu: Közben István nem tétlenkedett.En: Meanwhile, István was not idle.Hu: Régi könyveit lapozta át, és egy mentorához fordult tanácsért egy távoli faluban.En: He flipped through his old books and sought advice from his mentor in a distant village.Hu: Egy ősi módszert tanult meg, amit még sosem alkalmazott.En: He learned an ancient method that he had never used before.Hu: Réka fáradtan, de győztesen tért vissza a faluba.En: Réka returned to the village tired but triumphant.Hu: A hó estére elcsendesült, és az emberek már gyertyafénynél ülték körül a tűzhelyeket otthonaikban.En: By evening, the snow had quieted down, and people were sitting around their hearths by candlelight in their homes.Hu: — Megvannak a gyógynövények!En: "I have the herbs!"Hu: — mondta Réka, ahogy belépett László házába.En: said Réka as she entered László's house.Hu: István hamar hozzálátott.En: István quickly got to work.Hu: Használta a Réka által hozott növényeket és az új technikát, amit a mentorától tanult.En: He used the plants brought by Réka and the new technique he learned from his mentor.Hu: Az éjszaka hosszú volt.En: The night was long.Hu: László láza tetőzött, de István kitartott.En: László's fever peaked, but István persisted.Hu: Réka mellette vigyázott a testvérére.En: Réka stayed by his side, watching over her brother.Hu: Reggelre a láz csillapodni kezdett.En: By morning, the fever began to subside.Hu: László lassan visszanyerte erejét.En: László slowly regained his strength.Hu: A piacon híre ment Réka bátorságának és István elkötelezettségének.En: News of Réka's bravery and István's dedication spread in the market.Hu: Az emberek szívélyesen fogadták őket.En: People welcomed them warmly.Hu: László most más szemmel nézett a családjára.En: László now looked at his family with new eyes.Hu: Tudta, hogy erősebb, mint valaha hitte.En: He knew he was stronger than he had ever thought.Hu: Réka is magabiztosabb lett, tudta, hogy bármire képes.En: Réka also became more confident, knowing she could achieve anything.Hu: István, újra bízott képességeiben, és a falu gyógyítójaként tisztelték.En: István regained trust in his abilities and was respected as the village healer.Hu: Maradt a hideg tél, de a falu szíve meleg volt, többé nem csak a tűzhely lángjától.En: The cold winter remained, but the heart of the village was warm, no longer just from the flames of the hearth. Vocabulary Words:thickly: vastagoncloaks: köpönyegekstalls: standokanxiously: aggódvaheal: meggyógyítsahealer: gyógyítóbustling: fontoskodotttrudging: tapostaharsh: keményresolute: szilárddeterminedly: határozottanwhistled: zugottgathered: összeszedteidle: tétlenkedettmentor: mentorancient: ősitriumphant: győztesenhearths: tűzhelyeketpeaked: tetőzöttsubside: csillapodniwelcomed: szívélyesen fogadtákbravery: bátorságánakdedication: elkötelezettségénekspreads: mentregained: visszanyerteconfident: magabiztosabbabilities: képességeibenrespected: tiszteltékremained: maradtflames: lángjától

See yourself as the person you were created to become. This applies no matter where you are in life. Consider the early life of Thomas Edison.

00:00 Introduction00:07 Merlin, from the Nuremberg Chronicle00:20 Merlin by Aubrey Beardsley00:24 Prince Arthur Educated by Thomas Pennant01:03 The Mad Prophet01:18 Fresco "Iwein" by Hartmann von Aue, photo Thomas Wozniak, Creative Commons01:37 Alauda arvensis Nest, photo Beentree, Creative Commons01:48 Battle of Crécy by Loyset Liédet01:59 Geoffrey of Monmouth, The Life of Merlin02:57 Zum Wilden Mann, Passau, photo Andreas Praefcke, Creative Commons03:05 The Wild Man by Conrad Meyer03:25 Carrion Crow, photo Marie-Lan Taÿ Pamart, Creative Commons03:28 Phoenix by Friedrich Justin Bertuch03:37 Virtuous Lady Tames Woodwose04:48 Page from the Black Book of Carmarthen05:21 Map of Roman Britain by William and Alexander Keith Johnston05:32 Stonehenge from the Roman De Brut05:43 Myrddin Being Converted to Christianity by Saint Kentigern05:50 Wild Man by Hans Holbein the Younger06:06 The Supernatural Sorcerer06:42 Christ in Limbo by Fra Angelico06:48 Story of Merlin by Jean Colombe07:23 Conception of Merlin by Antoine Vérard08:00 Merlin Reads His Prophesies to King Vortigern08:19 Vortigern and the Dragons by the Master of Edward IV08:57 Red Dragon Sculpture, photo Rickfive, Creative Commons09:22 Uther Pendragon, Aethelbert, Arthur, and Oswald by Matthew Paris09:34 The Holy Grail and the Round Table by Évrard d'Espinques09:52 Uther and Igraine by Wladislaw T Benda10:00 Pelleas and Igraine by Wladislaw T Benda10:06 Gorlois, Uther, and Igraine by Wladislaw T Benda10:30 Uther Pendragon by Howard Pyle10:39 Arthur's Conception10:55 So The Child Was Delivered Unto Merlin by Arthur Rackham11:21 Idylls of the King by Gustave Doré11:58 So The Child Was Delivered Unto Merlin by N C Wyeth12:05 Merlin Dictating Prophesies to His Scribe, Blaise12:18 Young Arthur Retrieving the Sword Excalibur12:36 Gargoyle12:55 Sack of Aquileia, from the Chronicon Pictum12:59 The Achievement of the Grail by Edward Burne-Jones, William Morris, and John Henry Durle13:04 Excalibur, from Ballads of Bravery by George Melville Baker13:39 The Fate of Merlin13:43 Vivian and Merlin by Julia Margaret Cameron14:08 Idylls of the King by Gustave Doré14:18 Diana of the Chase by Anna Hyatt Huntington14:37 Diana Hunting, Via Livenza, Rome, Italy14:45 Secondary Basins of Brittany by Marie-Nicolas Bouillet14:55 The Golden Bough by Joseph Mallord William Turner15:12 Myth of Actaeon, photo Carole Raddato, Creative Commons15:26 Idylls of the King by Gustave Doré15:44 Robert De Boron, Prose Merlin16:17 Idylls of the King by Gustave Doré16:32 Merlin and Vivienne by W Otway Cannell16:42 April by the Brothers of Limbourg16:48 Musician With Tambourine, Man and Maiden Playing Chess, Bodleian Library, Oxford, England16:52 Maidens Dance to the Music of a Citoler Playing, Bodleian Library, Oxford, England16:59 Walther von Klingen by the Master of the Codex Manesse17:04 Duke and Ladies in a Garden by Christine de Pisan17:18 Vivien Bewitches Merlin by Arthur Pyle17:33 Merlin and Nimue by Edward Burne-Jones18:06 Vivien and Merlin by Julia Margaret Cameron18:17 Idylls of the King by Eleanor Fortescue-Brickdale18:23 Merlin and Vivien by George Housman Thomas18:40 The Beguiling of Merlin by Edward Burne-Jones18:53 Witches' Tree by Edward Burne-Jones19:12 Merlin and Vivien, from Tales of the Round Table by Andrew Lang19:18 Idylls of the King by Eleanor Fortescue-Brickdale20:02 Bradamante at Merlin's Tomb by Alexandre-Evariste Fragonard20:30 Conclusion20:51 Awarding the Artists Coat of Arms to Albrecht Dürer by Eugene Napoleon Neureuther20:55 Idylls of the King by Gustave Doré21:13 The Story of Tom Thumb, from The Heart of Oak Books by Charles Eliot Norton21:43 Sleeping Merlin Sculpture at Merlin's Cave, Tintagel, England, photo by Nathan Russell-Raby, Creative CommonsAll works of art are in the public domain unless otherwise noted.Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.

Think before you click! Things may not be as they appear to be in the headlines.

Clear your mind and listen to others. Listen with your heart, too...

Every experience we have in life, the good and the bad, prepares us for something else. You just gotta keep going to find out what that something else is. 

What if something as simple as ordering dinner could shape your child's confidence for life? In this episode of Facing the Dark, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore how everyday moments, like letting kids speak up, make mistakes, and try again, become powerful training grounds for resilience. Using a creative family practice as a springboard, they unpack how courage grows through support, not pressure, and why failure isn't fatal, it's formative. Drawing on child development wisdom and the biblical story of Moses' struggle with speech, this conversation reassures parents that hesitation isn't weakness and that embarrassment doesn't disqualify a child from growth. If you want to help your kids develop confidence, communication skills, and resilience without crushing their spirit, this episode offers practical guidance and deep encouragement for walking alongside them as they learn to stand back up and try again.

The food we eat is vitally important for how our bodies and minds function. I'm encouraged by the new food pyramid, emphasizing protein, fresh fruits and vegetables, and healthy fats. 

Summary In this episode, Andy talks with Lynn Smith, former NBC News, MSNBC, and CNN Headline News anchor, executive communication coach, and author of Just Keep Going. Lynn is best known for helping Fortune 500 leaders turn pressure into presence, but her newest book takes an unexpected form: a children's story about fear, resilience, and perseverance. That surprising choice is exactly what makes this conversation so relevant for leaders. Andy and Lynn explore why the same fears that stop CEOs are often the ones that show up in kids, how our inner critic or "Brain Bully" shapes behavior under pressure, and why the goal is not to eliminate fear but to metabolize it. Lynn shares deeply personal stories about rejection, family influence, and the lessons she learned growing up that shaped her approach to leadership and communication. You'll also hear practical techniques leaders can use to calm their nervous systems, give feedback that actually helps instead of harms, and model resilience for their teams and families. If you lead people or projects and want practical insights on emotional intelligence, confidence, and navigating fear, this episode is for you. Sound Bites "The one trait and the one skill that separates us from success is resilience. If you can acquire that skill, you will be successful. Hard stop." "Your greatest failure can be in service of somebody else." "We are biologically wired for fear. Trying to delete it is a fool's journey." "Bravery is doing something even if you are afraid." "How you show up within one tenth of a second is defining you for your audience." "Feedback leads to growth. Criticism feeds the brain bully." "When we calm our nervous system, we can make better decisions." "There's a mouse in all of us that needs the reminder to just keep going." "Ending what doesn't serve you is not quitting." "Fear often shows up as stress, pressure, or imposter syndrome, but it's the same circuitry." "Resilience is the greatest gift we can give our kids and our teams." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:45 Start of Interview 01:55 Family Influence and Early Experiences 06:45 Recognizing the Brain Bully 12:28 Learning Resilience Over Time 14:08 Giving Feedback That Helps Instead of Hurts 15:50 Metabolizing Fear Instead of Eliminating It 20:05 Rejection and the Origin of the Book 23:00 Strategies from the Book for Big Feelings 26:15 The Business Equivalent of Jumping Up and Down 28:50 When Just Keep Going Does Not Apply 31:50 How Lynn and Her Team Help Leaders 34:10 End of Interview 34:47 Andy Comments After the Interview 37:30 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Lynn and her work at LynnSmith.com. For more learning on this topic, check out: Episode 462 with Margie Warrell, about going from playing it safe to speaking up. Episode 397 with Dr. Julia DiGangi, a discussion Andy continues to revisit for practical insights. Episode 394 with Joshua Freedman, one of the leading voices on emotional intelligence. Level Up Your AI Skills During the episode, Andy mentions the importance of preparing for an AI-infused future. Join other listeners from around the world who are taking our AI Made Simple course. Just go to ai.PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com. Thanks! Pass the PMP Exam If you or someone you know is thinking about getting PMP certified, we've put together a helpful guide called The 5 Best Resources to Help You Pass the PMP Exam on Your First Try. We've helped thousands of people earn their certification, and we'd love to help you too. It's totally free and a great way to get a head start. Just go to 5BestResources.PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com to grab your copy. Join Us for LEAD52 I know you want to be a more confident leader. That's why you listen to this podcast. LEAD52 is a global community of leaders committed to transforming their ability to lead and deliver. It's 52 weeks of leadership learning, delivered right to your inbox, taking less than five minutes a week, and it's all free. Learn more and sign up at GetLEAD52.com. Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Power Skills Topics: Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Fear Management, Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Feedback, Confidence, Self Leadership, Team Culture, Project Leadership The following music was used for this episode: Music: Summer Awakening by Frank Schroeter License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Tuesday by Sasha Ende License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Unity sounds good until it robs you of your identity. Be who you are, not the person the world wants you to be. 

On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:Chris talks about the great skill and power of the U.S. military. He also dives into to the Democrat domestic terrorists targeting ICE.

God is involved in every detail of our lives. He cares about everything, the big stuff as well as the little things. 

Free speech is a wonderful right. We have to fight like hell to protect it. Once it's gone, you won't get it back. 

We live in a civilization that is increasingly less civil. It's up to us, individually and collectively, to set the right example when interacting with others. 

If you want more from life, you must be willing to give more of yourself. This is how you set yourself up to succeed in all your endeavors. 

New things excite us! But one truth stands out: "faith without works is dead." You have talents that are unique to you. You have had them all your life. Develop them. Use them to make your mark on the world. 

In the words of the great philosopher, Ferris Bueller, "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." Don't miss it. 

Everyone wants to be seen, heard and understood. Create deeper, stronger connections by peering into the heart of mankind...

In this episode of Screens in Focus, Diana and Sam dive into the emotional and intense series finale of Stranger Things Season 5. They share personal reactions to the finale,  including moments that genuinely moved them and reflect on the impact this series has had over the years. From Mike, Eleven, Will, and Hopper to the full ensemble, they explore friendships, growth, and the endurance of the team, highlighting heartfelt, surprising, and epic moments. They also discuss theories about the upcoming spinoff, the storytelling mastery of the Duffer Brothers, and their own emotional responses while adding clips to enhance the discussion. Chapters & Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Initial Reactions 01:26 Nostalgia and Emotional Impact 02:33 Character Dynamics and Key Moments 04:49 Heartfelt Moments and Character Growth 11:10 Epic Battles and Teamwork 14:17 Bravery and Sacrifice 19:09 Reflections and Theories 32:00 18 Months Later: Life After the Finale 38:08 Reflecting on Character Endings 38:43 Max's Graduation Mystery 40:47 The D&D Finale and Emotional Closure 42:43 Character Check-In and Final Reflections 46:44 Rapid Fire Fun and Favorite Moments 50:13 Laugh Out Loud Moments 52:47 Characters We'll Miss the Most 54:45 Hopes for a Spinoff and Favorite Seasons 57:40 Duffer Brothers' Storytelling Mastery 01:00:32 Parting Thoughts on Stranger Things 01:04:30 TV and Movie Recommendations Follow and subscribe to Screens in Focus. Website: www.screensinfocus.com Email: screensinfocus@gmail.com  X https://x.com/screensinfocus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/screensinfocuspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/screensinfocus  Feedback and TV/Movie Recommendations:    Google voice (669) 223-8542‬  Free background music from JewelBeat.com: www.jewelbeat.com  

Pre-Order Flowers Bloom Anyway: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/flowers-bloom-anyway-a-memoir-liz-fiedler-mergen/1148638651?ean=9781636989273In this episode of Rooted Agritourism, Dr. Liz Fiedler Mergen, owner of Sunny Mary Meadow in Central Minnesota, reflects on the highs and lows of 2025. She discusses setting measurable goals, navigating challenges, and enduring personal hardships, including infertility and community opposition to her business. Dr. Mergen provides insights into the grit required to build a thriving agritourism venture and announces exciting upcoming projects like the Farmers to Florist app and her soon-to-be-published book. She emphasizes the importance of slow, sustained effort and resilience in achieving long-term success.00:00 Introduction to Rotted Agritourism00:19 Reflecting on 2025: Achievements and Challenges02:28 Building a Thriving Business: The Journey06:46 Overcoming Community Challenges08:46 Exciting Plans for 202611:39 Upcoming Goals and Final ThoughtsSave $25 on your CoolBot: https://storeitcold.referralrock.com/lv1/6R543BWF/Podcast Website: https://www.sunnymarymeadowcoaching.com/rootedagritourismPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootedagritourism/Business Coaching: https://www.sunnymarymeadowcoaching.com/Farm Website: www.sunnymarymeadow.comFarmerstoFlorists: https://www.farmerstoflorists.com/Farm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunnymarymeadow/Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/888196709178852

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Change happens gradually, but it happens if you don't give up. Set your mind on what you want for your life. Don't allow anyone to talk you out of your dreams. Others don't see what you see...

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This second Best Of She Slays 2025 episode brings together some of the most impactful conversations of the year around business growth and leadership—the kind that challenges you to think bigger, lead better, and evolve beyond the role you originally built your practice around. Growth isn't just about adding patients, revenue, or offers. It's about learning how to make harder decisions, step into leadership with confidence, and build a business that doesn't rely on you doing everything yourself.In this episode, you'll hear curated segments on the future of solo practice and the rise of group models, how to lead effective and ethical sales conversations, why bravery and optimism are trainable leadership skills, how to use AI to scale your impact without losing your voice, and how to identify the real source of burnout before it derails your career. Together, these conversations reinforce one essential truth: sustainable growth requires leadership that supports both the business and the human running it—and without that foundation, success eventually becomes unsustainable.Want to listen to the full version of one of the featured episodes? Find them all below:Episode 295 — Solo Practice Is Over: Why Group Practices Are the Future of Chiropractic (feat. David Michel)Listen on Spotify | Apple Episode 297 — Mastering Sales Conversations: Build Rapport and Close with Confidence (feat. Nikki Rausch)Listen on Spotify | Apple Episode 301 — Leadership, Bravery, and the Science of Happiness (feat. Jill Schulman)Listen on Spotify | Apple Episode 307 — Building Custom AI Systems to Automate and Accelerate Your Business and Life (feat. Callan Faulkner)Listen on Spotify | Apple Episode 333 — Fixing the Broke Doctor Problem: Why Healthcare Providers Are Burning Out (feat. Kiera Dent)Listen on Spotify | AppleResources:Join the waitlist for The Uncharted CEO: An 8-week immersive experience for clinic owners designed to increase revenue, maximize...

When you begin focusing on solutions rather than problems, you will dwell in possibility. 

On this episode of We Can't Do It Alone, Nōn sits down with nature nerd, rock climber, and National Parks Service ranger Alex Wild to explore the ups and downs of Alex's firing and then rehiring by way of ridiculous Elon Musk's ridiculous DOGE cuts, how the empathetic and impassioned response from the public influenced his return to the park service, the stuff in life we take for granted because of our lack of awareness of its impact on us, and the inherent meaning and poetry of wilderness. Helpful things mentioned during this episode: National Parks Conversation AssociationThe Sierra Club"Wild Geese" by Mary OliverThe PittMichael Lewis on Bravery in Politics and Why Elon Musk Seems so "Disturbed" (Pod Save America)Alex on Instagram Enjoy the podcast? Here are some ways to support to Nōn: Leave a 5-star rating and a wildly glowing review for We Can't Do It Alone on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods.Order The Feely Cards on Bookshop.org, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or your local indie bookseller for yourself and literally everyone you know.Listen to You, Me, Empathy, Nōn's previous podcast about mental health, empathy, and big feelings.Need some help with your podcast, or thinking about starting a podcast? Get in touch!Connect with Nōn at nonwels.com and on Instagram @youmeempathy. Thank you for listening to We Can't Do It Alone! Don't forget about the helpers. We all need help. Even you. xoxo nōn

Timing really is everything. Here is a method you can use to deliver a difficult message. 

When you drop your guard and approach life with openness, you create deeper, more meaningful connections. Happy New Year, everyone! Welcome to 2026. 

In this episode, Lydia shares her recovery story and the moments of courage it took to break long standing patterns around food, exercise, and control. After years of disordered eating, inconsistent cycles, and being told she was pre-menopausal, Lydia struggled to accept that HA could apply to her, especially since she didn't relate to the “typical” HA story.Skeptical but encouraged by her husband, she joined our Bootcamp and found the clarity and direction she had been missing. That led her into the Restore Program, where she received the structure, support, and education she needed to heal both physically and mentally, regain her cycle, and release the final grips of her eating disorder. This episode is an honest look at what recovery can look like when you stop doing it alone.Register for Bootcamp | Starts January 12th 2026https://thehasociety.com/bootcampApply for the Restore Your Fertility Group Program | Starts January 19th 2026https://thehasociety.com/restore-liveWork 1:1 with us to get your period backhttp://thehasociety.com/coachingVisit us on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffThe Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-hypothalamic-amenorrhea-podcast/donations

Queen Camilla has praised the courage of BBC racing commentator John Hunt and his family - after his wife, Carol, and two daughters, Louise and Hannah, were killed by Louise's ex-partner.Israel's ban on almost 40 aid agencies working in Gaza and the West Bank is described as "unacceptable" by countries including the UK. The Israelis say the organisations must vet their staff more thoroughly.Plus: our political editor Chris Mason reflects on the prospects for Labour and the Prime Minister in 2026.

Jill Schulman is a former U.S. Marine Corps officer, leadership expert, and founder of Breakthrough Leadership Group. Her new book, The Bravery Effect, offers a science-backed approach to building courage. In this episode, she and Ryan go deep on what it means to run toward hard things instead of away from them. Jill shares the story of how a Minnesota kid who looked like Elle Woods became the top Marine in her officer class, how bravery became the throughline of her work, and why so many people confuse discomfort with failure. Together, they unpack the mindset shifts that unlock transformation, the self-talk that separates progress from paralysis, and the personal leap Jill is making right now as she doubles down on her mission. 

A lot of podcasts don't upload this time of year. What are they afraid of? That's what I wanna know. We're out here, dropping podcasts on Christmas Eve. Why? I don't know. Bravery? Merriment? The male loneliness epidemic that we can only treat by way of weekly Zoom chats? You be the judge. Merry Christmas, you filthy beacons of stardust emanating light throughout the cosmos. You're all our north stars, you know that? And we're the wise old men. Following you. Forever. Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza His name is BABY JESUS put some respect on his name