Podcasts about Busy

Every CEO story gets told from the leader's chair. Episode seven of the Busy Is Broken series flips the camera. Bill walks through four composite vignettes — anonymized but visceral — drawn from real teams he's coached. Each one shows what a leader's patterns look like from the other side of the table. If you manage people, those people have a version of one of these stories. They've probably stopped trying to tell you.The Chaotic Team: a chief of staff opens her phone at 5:30 AM to find 3 AM messages rearranging tomorrow's priorities. Operational meddling and strategic absence at the same time — the leader is everywhere on detail and nowhere on direction. The Unsafe Team: meetings opened with problems, never connection. Every new book the CEO read triggered a new system. People tapped out alongside a leader who slept two hours a night. They were tired of sprinting after gusts of wind. The Resigned Team: “This is how it is.” They'd moved past hoping things would change. No one was angry anymore. That's worse than anger. The Frozen Team: everything waited on the founder. A gentle, patient, permanent freeze. Lovely people making a lovely product. But they were helpers, not leaders. Their own potential sat on the shelf for decades.The hard truth is the gap. The gap between how you'd describe your leadership and how your team would describe it. Self-reflection has limited perspective. You need the outside-in view. This week's invitation: ask one person on your team — someone you trust to be honest — this question: “What's the one thing I do that makes your job harder?” Then listen. Don't defend. Don't explain. The answer is worth more than any consultant's report.Links:Busy Is Broken book and free diagnostic: https://busyisbroken.comQ20 Growth Diagnostic: https://scalingcoach.com/Q20Mentioned in this episode:Busy is Broken bookOur new book, Busy is Broken, coming this September. Sign up for the release at busyisbroken.comQ20 Diagnostic OfferStuck? Q20 Growth Diagnostic will give you a fresh perspective and it's free. ScalingCoach.com/Q20

Forget about the cost of child care, the real reason people aren't hooking up is because they can't stop watching mukbang videos. Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Host Bree Carlile as she reads Dracula by Bram Stoker.Follow along as Bree shares her passion for books, audiobooks, and bringing stories to life in these classic novel audiobooks. Busy schedule? Each episode is just one chapter, or bite of a classic novel, play or short story, which means you can fit in your reading goals while getting ready for work, bed, or on your commute.Follow, rate, and review Bite at a Time Books where we read you your favorite classics, one bite at a time. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.Check out our website, or join our Facebook Group!Get exclusive Behind the Scenes content on our YouTube!We are now part of the Bite at a Time Books Productions network!If you ever wondered what inspired your favorite classic novelist to write their stories, what was happening in their lives or the world at the time, check out Bite at a Time Books Behind the Story wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow us on all the socials: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook - TikTokFollow Bree at: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook

How do you stay close to Jesus when your work schedule is hectic, your mind is constantly running, and quiet time feels nearly impossible? In this episode of Cornerstone Conversations, the fellas explore what it practically means to abide in Christ during everyday life. They discuss prayer, worship, work, parenting, spiritual rhythms, and how to become more aware of God's presence without turning your relationship with Him into another task on your schedule. Abiding in Jesus does not look exactly the same for everyone. Whether you connect with God through Scripture, music, nature, serving, learning, silence, or conversations throughout your day, the goal is not to copy someone else's routine. The goal is to invite Jesus into the life you are already living. This honest and practical conversation will help you discover how to stay connected to God, build meaningful spiritual habits, and walk with the Holy Spirit through even the busiest seasons of life.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card  

What does an emotionally shut down man actually look like?Spoiler:Usually not what people think.In this powerful conversation, Luke and Alana explore the hidden reality of emotional shutdown in men—especially the high-performing, successful men who appear “fine” on the outside but are deeply disconnected on the inside.From avoidant attachment to compulsive behavior, emotional numbness, and relational loneliness, this episode helps both men and betrayed partners understand what's really happening beneath the surface.Healing is possible. Deeper connection is possible.But first—you have to feel.Chapters01:48 What Being Emotionally Shut Down Looks Like04:01 High Performing Shut down09:13 Inside the Shutdown12:39 Signs and Logic16:54 Learning Emotional Safety19:35 Tears and the Body22:27 Busy vs Stillness24:14 Chasing Intensity30:00 Numbness and Dissociation38:35 Individuation and ReconnectionRegister Now!***Use code PODCAST150 to get $150 off any Choose intensive or retreat in 2026!***Courage to Thrive - Join us for this healing retreat for women who have experienced betrayal trauma. It offers a safe, supportive space to process pain, reconnect with yourself, and begin moving forward with strength and hope. Through guided workshops, therapeutic support, and restorative experiences, women leave feeling seen, empowered, and less alone. August 25-28, 2026 in Spanish Fork, Utah. Reclaimed: A Men's Parts-Work Intensive - A transformative 4-day intensive for men in recovery from problematic sexual behaviors, using the Internal Family Systems model to help participants deepen emotional healing, reduce shame, understand their inner world, and live with greater authenticity and wholeness. August 18-21 in Spanish Fork, UT.

We talk with Dr. Andy Goodwin about what it really takes to be present when leadership pressure never turns off and your calendar keeps filling itself. We explore small, practical shifts that help us choose our spouse and kids without pretending work and responsibility will magically disappear.• why Walking Slowly is written “in the margins” of a full life • presence as a daily choice, not a personality trait • using your calendar to reveal real priorities • refusing the false solution of “just do less” • integrating rest, reading, workouts, and meals into normal rhythms • building a culture where rest is expected and modeled • student formation that values personhood over performance • listening well, trusting the Spirit, seeking the kingdom first 

With rumors that Jaylen Brown might be on the move, Brian looks at some of the most painful trades in recent Boston sports history (0:00). Then, he chats with The Ringer's Michael Pina about the NBA Finals, whether or not the Celtics should trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, how he would change the Celtics offense, what Brown is thinking about all of these rumors, and more (16:30). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about sports talk radio and the World Cup (1:13:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Michael Pina Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Host Bree Carlile as she reads Dracula by Bram Stoker.Follow along as Bree shares her passion for books, audiobooks, and bringing stories to life in these classic novel audiobooks. Busy schedule? Each episode is just one chapter, or bite of a classic novel, play or short story, which means you can fit in your reading goals while getting ready for work, bed, or on your commute.Follow, rate, and review Bite at a Time Books where we read you your favorite classics, one bite at a time. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.Check out our website, or join our Facebook Group!Get exclusive Behind the Scenes content on our YouTube!We are now part of the Bite at a Time Books Productions network!If you ever wondered what inspired your favorite classic novelist to write their stories, what was happening in their lives or the world at the time, check out Bite at a Time Books Behind the Story wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow us on all the socials: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook - TikTokFollow Bree at: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook

This episode of the Overdog Podcast digs into a trap that a lot of pet resort owners fall into: being slammed busy but still not making the kind of profit they should be. Fern breaks down why packed daycare rooms, nonstop chaos, and exhausted teams don't automatically mean you're running a healthy business—and how some facilities with fewer dogs are actually creating calmer operations, better customer experiences, and significantly stronger margins. From pricing mistakes and discount addiction to staffing inefficiencies and missed revenue opportunities, this conversation is all about uncovering the hidden leaks that quietly drain profitability.The episode also touches on the importance of having the right financial systems and advisors in place for pet care businesses, including why proactive bookkeeping and tax planning can make a massive difference long before tax season rolls around. If you've ever felt like your operation is growing more chaotic instead of more successful, this episode will challenge the way you think about growth, systems, staffing, pricing, and what a truly sustainable pet resort should actually look like.

Practise speaking the dialogue from episode Bonus Practice: #112 Keeping kids busy | Surviving school holidays (Med) - تدرّب على التحدّث من خلال حوار الحلقة #112: إبقاء الأطفال مشغولين خلال العطلة المدرسية.Find the full episode, learning notes and more free resources at SBS Learn English.

Learn English phrases for keeping kids busy during the school holidays. Practise everyday English for talking about children's behaviour, boredom, and common challenges at home. - تعلّم عبارات إنجليزية مفيدة لإبقاء الأطفال منشغلين خلال العطلة المدرسية، وتمرّن على استخدام جمل يومية للتحدّث عن سلوك الأطفال والملل والتحديات الشائعة في المنزل.Keep practising the phrases from this episode and test what you've learned with our quiz here.

Fluent Fiction - Danish: A Serendipitous Swap at Copenhagen's Busy Airport Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-06-16-07-38-19-da Story Transcript:Da: Midt i sommerens travlhed ved Københavns Internationale Lufthavn skete der altid noget uventet.En: In the midst of the summer hustle and bustle at Københavns Internationale Lufthavn, something unexpected always happened.Da: Flugttavler skiftede konstant, og rejsende hastede gennem terminalerne med blikke faste mod deres destination.En: The flight boards constantly changed, and travelers rushed through the terminals with their eyes fixed on their destinations.Da: Mellem disse mennesker gik Mikkel, en mand i jakkesæt, altid ordnet med skinnende sko, sin rene mappe og det sundeste danske rugbrød i sin taske.En: Among these people was Mikkel, a man in a suit, always tidy with shiny shoes, his clean folder, and the healthiest Danish rye bread in his bag.Da: Han havde en vigtig forretningsrejse til Berlin på programmet.En: He had an important business trip to Berlin on the agenda.Da: Ikke langt fra ham var Freja, en ung kvinde med afslappet tøj og en lystig rygsæk fyldt med drømme og lidt praktisk rejsegejl til hendes kommende eventyr i Sydøstasien.En: Not far from him was Freja, a young woman in casual clothes with a cheerful backpack filled with dreams and a bit of practical travel gear for her upcoming adventure in Southeast Asia.Da: Idet de begge nåede sikkerhedskontrollen, forsøgte Mikkel at holde fokus.En: As they both reached the security checkpoint, Mikkel tried to stay focused.Da: Men i strømmen af mennesker, der skubbede og skyndte sig med livlig kækhed gennem sikkerhedstjekket, tog han uforvarende Frejas rygsæk i stedet for sin egen.En: But in the stream of people pushing and rushing with lively zest through the security check, he inadvertently took Freja's backpack instead of his own.Da: Det gik ikke op for ham, før han sad i venteområdet, langt væk fra lydløse beskedtoner og knas af småkager.En: He didn't realize until he was sitting in the waiting area, far away from silent message tones and the crunch of cookies.Da: Han skulle bruge sine dokumenter til forretningsmødet, da han fremdrog en guidebog til Thailand og en farvestrålende sarong.En: He needed his documents for the business meeting when he drew out a guidebook to Thailand and a colorful sarong.Da: Samtidig sad Freja ved nærmeste kaffebar, klar til at tage sin rejsebibel frem.En: Meanwhile, Freja sat at the nearest coffee bar, ready to take out her travel bible.Da: I stedet mødte hun et hav af papirer og kontorartikler, der stank af formalitet.En: Instead, she was met with a sea of papers and office supplies that reeked of formality.Da: Hun grinede, lidt rystet, men ikke overrasket over Lufthavnens magi.En: She laughed, a bit shaken, but not surprised by the airport's magic.Da: Med et skævt smil besluttede hun at blive siddende i håb om, at ejeren af den byttede taske ville komme forbi.En: With a crooked smile, she decided to stay put in the hope that the owner of the swapped bag would come by.Da: Mikkel kiggede febrilsk rundt og så sig nødsaget til at finde Freja.En: Mikkel looked around frantically and knew he needed to find Freja.Da: Han spurgte sig vej blandt travle rejsende og nåede frem til Freja, sidst da han var tæt på at gå om bord.En: He asked his way among busy travelers and reached Freja, just as he was about to board.Da: "Er du Freja?"En: "Are you Freja?"Da: spurgte han lettere åndeløst, idet han kunne se sin egen rygsæk ved hendes fødder.En: he asked, slightly breathless, as he could see his own backpack at her feet.Da: "Jeg tror, vi har byttet tasker," sagde Freja leende, og de to udvekslede taskeindhold og latter.En: "I think we switched bags," said Freja, laughing, and the two exchanged bag contents and laughter.Da: Med deres tasker tilbage i de rette hænder skilles deres veje hurtigt.En: With their bags back in the right hands, their paths quickly diverged.Da: Idet de gik mod hver deres gate, kiggede Mikkel en sidste gang mod Freja og overvejede, hvordan hendes frie ånd kunne give et pust til hans lidt for skematiske liv.En: As they walked toward their respective gates, Mikkel glanced one last time at Freja and considered how her free spirit could bring a breath of fresh air to his somewhat too schematic life.Da: Freja på sin side tænkte, at nogle gange krævede selv eventyr lidt planlægning – nok til, at man fik sine ting med sig.En: Freja, on her part, thought that sometimes even adventures required a bit of planning—enough to ensure you took your belongings with you.Da: Mikkel boardede flyet med en ny tanke om, at eventyr, som Frejas, måske ikke var så langt fra hans rækkevidde, mens Freja gik mod sin gate med en ny respekt for planlægningens kunst.En: Mikkel boarded the plane with a new thought that adventures like Freja's might not be so far out of his reach, while Freja headed toward her gate with a newfound respect for the art of planning.Da: Og et sted imellem lufthavnens travlhed fandt de en fælles forståelse for livet på farten.En: And somewhere amidst the airport's hustle and bustle, they found a mutual understanding for life on the move. Vocabulary Words:midst: midthustle: travlhedbustle: travlhedterminal: terminaltidy: ordnetagenda: programcasual: afslappetcheerful: lystiggear: gejllively: livligzest: kækhedinadvertently: uforvarendeguidebook: guidebogdraw out: fremdragesarong: sarongreeked: stankformality: formalitetcrooked: skævtflight boards: flugttavlerfrantically: febrilskdiverged: skillesschematic: skematiskeadventures: eventyrart of planning: planlægningens kunstmutual: fællesunderstanding: forståelsenewfound: nycompanion: kammeratexchange: udvekslecheckpoint: sikkerhedskontrol

Barry Svrluga joins the show to recap the UFC event, Nationals big series, and the NBA Finals.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to the Cubs and White Sox winning series and the Knicks and Hurricanes being crowned champions over the weekend. Later, they conducted the Pick 6 segment, where they debated the top sports stories of the day.

You tell yourself you just want a little more flexibility.So you loosen the schedule.Leave more room in your days.Stop planning quite so much.And honestly? At first it feels freeing at first.Until the important things keep getting pushed to later.Your business starts running on leftovers.And you find yourself wondering how you've been so busy... and yet nothing you really wanted to move forward actually did.In this episode, you'll discover why the answer isn't more rigid structure—but it's not throwing structure out the window either.Because CEOs don't choose between structure and flexibility.They create the right kind of structure to create flexibility.Here's what we cover:Why both rigid schedules and no schedules often lead to frustrationThe CEO shift from managing time to stewarding itHow to create a rhythm you can return to when life happensBecause you don't need a perfect schedule.You need a structure you can return to when life happens.Grab your free Time Anchor Zones Worksheet at redeemhertime.com/zonesYOU. HAVE. TIME. LissaREADY FOR YOUR NEXT CEO STEP?If today's episode made you realize you're tired of constantly restarting, losing focus, or trying to carry your business mentally all day long…your next step is The CEO Time Scaling Experience.This free private 5-part bingeable audio experience will help you stop leading from reactive BUSY-ness and start creating sustainable CEO momentum through intentional stewardship, rhythms, and focus.Inside, you'll discover:• why your rhythms keep collapsing• what actually creates sustainable momentum• why information alone doesn't create transformation• and how to lead your time, business, and life differentlyGrab instant access at:https://redeemhertime.com/scale

Peak season is here for many in the wedding industry. You're busy, you're booked, and you're making money.But busy and profitable aren't the same thing. And most wedding pros won't figure that out until they're burned out in October, looking back at a packed calendar and wondering why they feel so broke.Here's what nobody talks about: 80% of the things you spend your time on probably generate about 20% of your results. That's not a mindset problem. That's the Pareto Principle, and it's playing out in your business right now whether you know it or not.In today's episode, Katy and I are walking through how to run a quick profit audit on your time and your services so you can stop spending 95 cents to make a dollar.If you've ever had a full calendar and a thin margin, this one is going to sting a little — in the best way. You'll walk away knowing exactly which services to double down on, which ones to quietly kill, and how to stop letting sunk cost keep you stuck.Let's make sure your busy season actually pays off.

Most people trying to acquire a business are not lazy. Many are busy. They are researching, planning, rewriting letters, studying industries, watching videos, and organizing notes. The problem is that being busy is not the same as progress. In this episode, I explain one of the most important lessons from the MDA Method Course (https://brucewhipple.com/MDA ): Signal vs. Noise. Signal is the work that directly creates or advances acquisition progress: seller conversations, follow-up, banker conversations, board candidate conversations, professional conversations, meetings, and real market feedback. Noise is anything that consumes time but does not move the acquisition forward. The dangerous part is that noise often looks like respectable work: endless research, overplanning, rewriting, perfecting a website, or preparing without ever contacting another human being. I explain why preparation matters, but only when it leads to external action. I also break down why business acquisition work must be scheduled, measured, tracked, and reported honestly. If you feel busy but are not creating seller conversations, meetings, follow-up momentum, or deal flow, this episode may show you where the real problem is. To Your Success! Bruce

Join Host Bree Carlile as she reads Dracula by Bram Stoker.Follow along as Bree shares her passion for books, audiobooks, and bringing stories to life in these classic novel audiobooks. Busy schedule? Each episode is just one chapter, or bite of a classic novel, play or short story, which means you can fit in your reading goals while getting ready for work, bed, or on your commute.Follow, rate, and review Bite at a Time Books where we read you your favorite classics, one bite at a time. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.Check out our website, or join our Facebook Group!Get exclusive Behind the Scenes content on our YouTube!We are now part of the Bite at a Time Books Productions network!If you ever wondered what inspired your favorite classic novelist to write their stories, what was happening in their lives or the world at the time, check out Bite at a Time Books Behind the Story wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow us on all the socials: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook - TikTokFollow Bree at: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook

Whether it's anticipating busy days between work and school, heavy project days writing or working in the garden or canning, postpartum or surgery recovery period - there are many reasons why having a stocked freezer supplied with ready to go meals and ingredients is an enormous benefit to living an ancestral, locavore style life. For many reasons - financial, ingredient concerns, sourcing concerns, access - many of us are not able to rely on the fallback of quick easy prepared foods from a grocery store or restaurants, and many of us don't have a village around us that can supply emergency meals in time of need, much less meals that would comply with our sometimes complicated or weird dietary requirements.Building the routine of freezer stacking has been invaluable for our family, and in this episode I hope to share some of the ideas, meals and ingredients that have been helpful for us. Of course I thought of many more as soon as we finished recording, but there is plenty here to work with!There is a bonus download for this episode available to all listeners, where we included recipe links for many of the foods we are going to discuss. If you are in our supporter community, we look forward to hearing your freezer ideas and contributions in our discussion boards on Discord. Let's get the ideas flowing and keep those freezers stocked!* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Sign up to the pod's newsletter here.Get a free 30-page guide to Baking with Ancient GrainsRead our Guide to Milling Your Own FlourGet all three of the podcast cookbooksWear our beautiful, sustainable merchandiseAlison's course, Rye Sourdough Bread: Mastering The BasicsAlison's Sowans oat fermentation courseVisit our (non-Amazon!) bookshop: US here and UK here.* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Come join the podcast community! You can select from a variety of levels with benefits including monthly live calls, a private podcast feed stuffed with bonus content, and a Discord discussion group Find out more here!* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *What we talked about:Leah's business, which relies on freezers!The free bonus download for this episodeWhy and when freezer meals can play an important roleIdeas to consider when planning your freezer mealsAll-in-one prepared meals and casserolesSidekicks, or parts of meals that can be paired with morePrepped ingredients, meant to be use in a dishContainers and storage solutionsThe personal views and opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect our own personal views or opinions. We recognize that our guests are whole persons and this may include views we or our audience actively disagree with; our guests are invited to the show because we feel they have something valuable to share with us all, and we do not ask them to censor their personal views on air. Our sharing of their work is not necessarily an endorsement of their personal views.* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *If you love the show, leave us a 5* reviews on Apple Podcasts:Open the Apple Podcast app and find Ancestral Kitchen Podcast in your libraryScroll down to 'ratings and reviews', click on 'write a review', give us 5*s and then tell us why you love listening* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Resources:Ketchikan Sam's podcast link or go to Ketchikan Sam's and use code ANCESTRAL26For more recipe links and our working notes, check the download hereIndustrial SharpieNon-Gummy Masking Tape (I use for everything in the kitchen)Souper CubesSpaghetti SauceSwedish MeatballsEnchiladasMexican Lasagna (not Mexican, and not lasagna)The Pastured Pork CookbookMeals at the Ancestral Hearth CookbookDo you have memories, documents, recipes or stories of those who cooked ancestrally? Visit our website here for how to shareThe podcast has a website here!Stay in touch with Alison via her newsletter at Ancestral KitchenThe podcast is on You Tube hereThe podcast is mixed and the music created by Alison's husband, Rob. Find him here: Robert Michael Kay

Send Vikki any questions you'd like answered on the show!It's coming to a time of year where you might be planning some time away from work, whether that's a full holiday, a clear weekend, or even just not working in the evenings if you usually do. The trouble is, we've all also got a thousand things to do, and often end up telling ourselves that we don't have time to take a break or that we will only feel guilty if we do. In this episode I take you through a process of deciding what you need, planning what that could look like, and addressing the worries you have about taking the time for yourself. If you liked this episode, you should check out my pair of episodes on how to prepare for your academic summer - one focuses on “acceptance and resistance” and the other on “structure and freedom”. ****I'm Dr Vikki Wright, ex-Professor and certified life coach and I help everyone from PhD students to full Professors to get a bit less overwhelmed and thrive in academia. Please make sure you subscribe, and I would love it if you could find time to rate, review and tell your friends! You can send them this universal link that will work whatever the podcast app they use. http://pod.link/1650551306?i=1000695434464I also host a free online community for academics at every level. You can sign up on my website, The PhD Life Coach. com - you'll receive regular emails with helpful tips and access to free online group coaching every single month! Come join and get the support you need.

Most plumbing business owners are busy but not profitable — and there's a reason for that. In this video I walk through the 7 specific things I would focus on if I were trying to hit $1 million this year in my plumbing business: knowing the numbers, fixing pricing, generating consistent leads, increasing average ticket, building a sales system, getting out of the truck, and locking in daily focus. If you want predictable revenue growth in your plumbing company, these are the right things to work on.Join the Success Academy

Learn English phrases for keeping kids busy during the school holidays. Practise everyday English for talking about children's behaviour, boredom, and common challenges at home. - Baro erey-baxinnada Ingiriisida ee loo adeegsado mashquulinta carruurta xilliga fasaxa iskuulka. Sidoo kale, baro wadahadalka maalinlaha ah ee ku saabsan dabeecadaha carruurta, caajiska, iyo caqabadaha caadiga ah ee laga wajaho guriga gudihiisa.Keep practising the phrases from this episode and test what you've learned with our quiz here.

Join Host Bree Carlile as she reads Dracula by Bram Stoker.Follow along as Bree shares her passion for books, audiobooks, and bringing stories to life in these classic novel audiobooks. Busy schedule? Each episode is just one chapter, or bite of a classic novel, play or short story, which means you can fit in your reading goals while getting ready for work, bed, or on your commute.Follow, rate, and review Bite at a Time Books where we read you your favorite classics, one bite at a time. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.Check out our website, or join our Facebook Group!Get exclusive Behind the Scenes content on our YouTube!We are now part of the Bite at a Time Books Productions network!If you ever wondered what inspired your favorite classic novelist to write their stories, what was happening in their lives or the world at the time, check out Bite at a Time Books Behind the Story wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow us on all the socials: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook - TikTokFollow Bree at: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook

Learn English phrases for keeping kids busy during the school holidays. Practise everyday English for talking about children's behaviour, boredom, and common challenges at home. - 방학 기간 동안 아이들을 즐겁게 해줄 영어 표현을 배워보세요. 아이들의 행동, 지루함, 그리고 집에서 흔히 겪는 어려움에 대해 이야기할 때 유용한 일상 영어 표현을 연습해 보세요.이번 에피소드의 표현들을 계속 연습하고, 여기 있는 퀴즈를 통해 배운 내용을 확인해 보세요.

Practise speaking the dialogue from episode Bonus Practice: #112 Keeping kids busy | Surviving school holidays (Med) - 通过本期播客，跟着第112集《让孩子忙起来｜如何度过学校假期》一起开口练练对话吧！在YouTube、Apple Podcasts或Spotify搜索播客名“SBS学英语”，学习新的英文表达方式、更了解澳大利亚文化。

Join Host Bree Carlile as she reads Dracula by Bram Stoker.Follow along as Bree shares her passion for books, audiobooks, and bringing stories to life in these classic novel audiobooks. Busy schedule? Each episode is just one chapter, or bite of a classic novel, play or short story, which means you can fit in your reading goals while getting ready for work, bed, or on your commute.Follow, rate, and review Bite at a Time Books where we read you your favorite classics, one bite at a time. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.Check out our website, or join our Facebook Group!Get exclusive Behind the Scenes content on our YouTube!We are now part of the Bite at a Time Books Productions network!If you ever wondered what inspired your favorite classic novelist to write their stories, what was happening in their lives or the world at the time, check out Bite at a Time Books Behind the Story wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow us on all the socials: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook - TikTokFollow Bree at: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook

Learn English phrases for keeping kids busy during the school holidays. Practise everyday English for talking about children's behaviour, boredom, and common challenges at home. - 学校假期如何让孩子不无聊？ 学习实用英语表达，谈论如何让孩子保持忙碌、应对无聊情绪，以及处理居家期间常见的亲子挑战。练习日常英语，轻松聊聊孩子的行为表现和假期生活。在YouTube、Apple Podcasts或Spotify搜索播客名“SBS学英语”，学习新的英文表达方式、更了解澳大利亚文化。

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Coffee with Family: Redefining Priorities in Busy Times Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-06-13-07-38-19-da Story Transcript:Da: Freja skubbede stille døren op til den hyggelige café.En: Freja quietly pushed open the door to the cozy café.Da: Hun mærkede straks den varme, indbydende stemning.En: She immediately felt the warm, inviting atmosphere.Da: Solens sommerlys strømmede blidt ind gennem de store vinduer og dansede på træbordene.En: The summer sunlight streamed gently through the large windows, dancing on the wooden tables.Da: De små planter kastede skygger, mens duften af nybagte kager kærtegnede hendes sanser.En: The small plants cast shadows as the scent of freshly baked cakes caressed her senses.Da: Det var længe siden, hun havde taget sig tid til noget så simpelt som en kop kaffe med sin familie.En: It had been a long time since she had taken the time for something as simple as a cup of coffee with her family.Da: Søren og Lasse sad allerede ved et bord i hjørnet.En: Søren and Lasse were already sitting at a table in the corner.Da: Lasse vinkede ivrigt, hans ansigt strålede af glæde.En: Lasse waved eagerly, his face shining with joy.Da: "Tante Freja!"En: "Tante Freja!"Da: råbte han.En: he shouted.Da: Freja kunne ikke lade være med at smile.En: Freja couldn't help but smile.Da: Hun satte sig ved siden af dem, lagde sin taske på gulvet og modstod fristelsen til at tage sin telefon frem.En: She sat down next to them, placed her bag on the floor, and resisted the temptation to take out her phone.Da: Freja og Søren bestilte kaffe, mens Lasse nød et stort stykke chokoladekage.En: Freja and Søren ordered coffee while Lasse enjoyed a large piece of chocolate cake.Da: Freja skyede blikket fra telefonen, der lå gemt væk i hendes taske.En: Freja averted her gaze from the phone, which lay hidden away in her bag.Da: Hun ønskede at glemme den deadlines, der konstant lurede i baghovedet.En: She wanted to forget the deadlines that constantly loomed in the back of her mind.Da: "Jeg har lavet en tegning til dig," sagde Lasse pludselig og rakte hende en farverig tegning.En: "I made a drawing for you," Lasse suddenly said and handed her a colorful drawing.Da: På papiret var en familie tegnet med kærlige streger.En: On the paper, a family was drawn with loving strokes.Da: "Det er os," forklarede Lasse stolt og pegede på hver figur.En: "That's us," Lasse explained proudly, pointing to each figure.Da: Der var Søren, Freja og Lasse, alle sammen med smilende ansigter.En: There were Søren, Freja, and Lasse, all with smiling faces.Da: Freja så på tegningen og blev rørt over dens enkelhed og skønhed.En: Freja looked at the drawing and was touched by its simplicity and beauty.Da: Øjeblikket ramte hende, som en bølge af klarhed.En: The moment hit her like a wave of clarity.Da: Dette var det, som virkelig betød noget.En: This was what truly mattered.Da: Ikke arbejdet eller de konstante e-mails.En: Not the work or the constant emails.Da: Men at være tilstede for dem, hun elskede.En: But being present for those she loved.Da: Samtalen gled let, og Freja følte en fornyet forbindelse til sin bror og nevø.En: The conversation flowed easily, and Freja felt a renewed connection with her brother and nephew.Da: Søren så mere afslappet ud, mens Lasse grinede og fortalte historier om sin skole.En: Søren seemed more relaxed while Lasse laughed and told stories about his school.Da: Freja lo med, lod sig rive med af den lette atmosfære.En: Freja laughed along, letting herself be swept up in the light atmosphere.Da: Da kaffen var drukket og tiden var kommet til at sige farvel, rejste Freja sig med en ny beslutsomhed.En: When the coffee was finished and it was time to say goodbye, Freja stood up with a new determination.Da: Hun krammede Søren og Lasse tæt.En: She hugged Søren and Lasse tightly.Da: "Jeg skal til at prioritere anderledes," sagde hun blidt.En: "I'm going to start prioritizing differently," she said softly.Da: "Jeg vil være her, virkelig være her."En: "I want to be here, truly be here."Da: Mens Freja gik ned ad gaden, fyldt med lydene af Københavns liv, følte hun en underlig lethed.En: As Freja walked down the street, filled with the sounds of København's life, she felt a strange lightness.Da: Solen varmede hendes ansigt, og med hver skridt tog hun et mentalt løfte om at indføre tydeligere grænser mellem arbejde og sin dyrebare tid med familien.En: The sun warmed her face, and with each step, she made a mental promise to establish clearer boundaries between work and her precious time with family.Da: Hun vidste nu, at disse øjeblikke var uerstattelige.En: She knew now that these moments were irreplaceable.Da: I dag havde hun lært, hvad der var vigtigt, og da hun vendte tilbage til sin hektiske hverdag, vidste hun, at hun havde Familien at støtte sig til, og at hjem vil være der, hvor hjertet er.En: Today, she had learned what was important, and as she returned to her hectic everyday life, she knew she had Family to lean on, and that home would be where the heart is.Da: Dette var begyndelsen på en ny balance mellem hendes livs to verdener.En: This was the beginning of a new balance between the two worlds of her life. 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Are you spending all day working on your business but still not making sales?In this episode, David Shands and Donni Wiggins break down the difference between revenue-producing, revenue-supporting, and revenue-delaying activities and why so many entrepreneurs stay stuck in preparation mode instead of making money.From perfecting logos and websites to endless research and course buying, they expose the habits that make you feel productive without actually moving your business forward.You'll learn:The difference between being busy and being profitableWhy perfectionism is costing you moneyHow to identify revenue-delaying activitiesThe sales mindset every entrepreneur needsWhy asking "Will you buy?" can change your businessIf you've ever spent hours planning, researching, organizing, or tweaking your business without seeing results, this conversation is for you.Drop a comment below:

I invite you to consider the gentle middle path between effort and surrender. Many of us carry the weight of unfinished tasks, unanswered questions, and endless mental to-do lists into bed. But sleep does not arrive through more effort. It arrives when we allow ourselves to rest in balance. In this episode, you'll discover a fascinating insight from neuroscience about the brain's nighttime processing systems, learn an ancient wisdom teaching about the importance of rhythm and moderation, and hear a relatable story about someone learning that not every problem needs to be solved before sleep. As your body softens and your mind quiets, you'll be guided into a peaceful state where balance replaces striving, allowing sleep to come naturally. Perfect for: Racing thoughts at bedtime Anxiety and overthinking Difficulty letting go of unfinished tasks Deep relaxation and restful sleep A DAILY MESSAGE FOR YOUR HEART Dear Friend, As we arrive at Day 6 of our journey together, I want to remind you of something important: You do not have to carry everything. So many of us believe that if we think a little harder, plan a little better, or stay awake a little longer, we'll finally find peace. But peace isn't found by doing more. Sometimes it's found by allowing ourselves to stop. Tonight's theme is balance. Balance isn't having everything figured out. It's knowing when to set things down and trust that tomorrow is another day. If your heart feels heavy tonight, give yourself permission to release the pressure to solve every problem before sleep. The unfinished tasks can wait. The unanswered questions can wait. You have done enough for today. You deserve rest, not because everything is complete, but because you are human. As you listen tonight, may you find the balance between effort and surrender, between doing and simply being. I'm so glad you're here. With love, Mary This is day 6 of a 7-day meditation series, "Sleep Meditations to Stop Overthinking," episodes 3521-3527.   THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY A Seven-Day Journey into Rest, Release, and Inner Calm When the day grows quiet, the mind can become surprisingly loud. This seven-day guided sleep meditation series is designed to help you gently step out of repetitive thinking, release the mental weight of the day, and create a more peaceful transition into sleep. Each evening introduces a different calming practice, including visualization, affirmations, slow breathing, mudra, chakra meditation, layered relaxation, and a Yoga Nidra–inspired weekly review. Together, these practices guide you through a soothing emotional journey: Release. Rest. Ground. Protect. Nurture. Balance. Embody. Throughout the series, you'll explore a blend of modern mindfulness, gentle nervous-system support, ancient yogic wisdom, reflective storytelling, and compassionate encouragement. This is not about forcing your mind to become blank or making sleep happen on command. It is about changing the way you relate to your thoughts—learning to notice them without following every one, softening the urge to solve everything at night, and allowing your body to remember how to rest. Over the course of the week, you'll be invited to: Release unfinished thoughts and worries Give yourself permission to rest Ground your awareness in the breath and body Create a sense of emotional safety at bedtime Meet overthinking with compassion instead of criticism Bring multiple calming practices together Reflect on what helps you feel most peaceful and supported Each episode also includes a daily reflection question and a supportive Message for Your Heart to help you carry the practice beyond the meditation. You do not need to finish every thought tonight. You do not need to solve tomorrow before it arrives. Let this series become a gentle evening ritual—a place to set down the day, quiet the mind, and return to yourself. Press play, settle into a comfortable position, and begin your seven-day journey toward deeper rest and a calmer relationship with your thoughts. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE: THE NIGHTSTAND SURRENDER RITUAL Each night, write the thought taking up the most mental space. Fold the paper, place it in a small bowl or box beside your bed, and say: "This thought may rest here while I rest." Revisit the notes only during daylight.   FUN NAMES FOR YOUR CONTAINER The Thought Hotel• Tomorrow's Department The Worry Vault The Resting Place   MEDITATION TECHNIQUES: DAY 1: VISUALIZATION Guided Sleep Meditation to Stop Overthinking and Release the Day River of Thoughts visualization: place each worry on a leaf and let it drift downstream. DAY 2: AFFIRMATION "At night, I release the day and return to peace." DAY 3: Bedtime Breathing Meditation to Calm Racing Thoughts and Fall Asleep 4-6 grounding breath: inhale gently for 4, exhale comfortably for 6, for about 10 rounds. DAY 4: SHAKTI MUDRA  Fold the thumbs inward, soften the index and middle fingers over the thumbs, and let the ring fingers and pinkies touch. DAY 5: ANAHATA HEART CHAKRA Center of the chest• compassion soft green or rose light expanding with each easy breath. DAY 6: LAYER ALL THE TECHNIQUES TOGETHER   DAY 7: REFLECTION AND CELEBRATION   SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!   WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support.   I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.   FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/sip and om Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/   SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.   2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts.   Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Who decides the rules of modern masculinity, and why does it feel like everyone is policing each other's lives? This episode breaks down the cultural boundaries we place on men, the shifting dynamics of relationships when finances change, and why we've collectively elevated celebrities to the status of modern deities.We also dive deep into the ultimate double standard: why do we always demand absolute accountability for other people's actions, but ask for complete grace based on our own "good intentions"? From the battle between lived experience and actual expertise to the simple power of admitting when you're wrong, we are unpacking the unspoken social contracts dictating how we live, work, and relate to one another today.Featured TopicsOpening BreakdownOpening Welcome: Setting the stage for today's cultural deep dive.Drake Clarity: Assessing the latest updates, industry metrics, and where the culture stands.Knicks Win: Quick reactions to the latest victory on the court.Is Trump Sleeping More?: A look at the latest viral political observations.Voting Rights Still Under Attack: The ongoing legislative and grassroots battles for the ballot.The Income Stress Gap: Unpacking new studies showing men's stress levels when women earn more in a relationship.Lived Experience vs. Expertise: Where do the limits of personal perspective end and true institutional expertise begin?Busy vs. Checking-In: Redefining connection in a world obsessed with grind culture.

Join Host Bree Carlile as she reads Dracula by Bram Stoker.Follow along as Bree shares her passion for books, audiobooks, and bringing stories to life in these classic novel audiobooks. Busy schedule? Each episode is just one chapter, or bite of a classic novel, play or short story, which means you can fit in your reading goals while getting ready for work, bed, or on your commute.Follow, rate, and review Bite at a Time Books where we read you your favorite classics, one bite at a time. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.Check out our website, or join our Facebook Group!Get exclusive Behind the Scenes content on our YouTube!We are now part of the Bite at a Time Books Productions network!If you ever wondered what inspired your favorite classic novelist to write their stories, what was happening in their lives or the world at the time, check out Bite at a Time Books Behind the Story wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow us on all the socials: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook - TikTokFollow Bree at: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook

Where in the world am I? In San Diego, talking about Sao Paolo, Brazil Welcome back to the  Dr. Mary Travelbest Guide podcast. The FAQ is: Leslie asked, "After my injury/ operation, I'm concerned about travel. Can you tell me how hard it is to resume my former Step (1-5) for Travel? How should I set my expectations for future travel after I am healed? Answer:  The step for your next travel may be different than your last trip. For example, you may have been on an African safari, and that was a Step 5. Now you have had a broken bone, or you have had surgery, and you are wondering how to get back out there on your next adventure. You may need to re-group, drop down a step or two, and figure out your confidence again. You can always go on an overnight trip to a nearby city and start with Step 1 travel once again. There may be some things you missed or never saw that you've been meaning to visit, and now would be a good time to do so. I am not a medical doctor, so follow your doctor's advice on travel.   60-second confidence challenge Your challenge today, Confidence Challenge in Sao Paulo If you like today's Confidence Challenge, my book series delves deeper into health and wellness, while moving through the 5 steps to solo travel, from easy to more challenging, with foreign language communication tips and ways to improve your fun while solo, including areas like Sao Paolo, Brazil. You can find the series at the link in the description.    See Book A for addressing this concern. Look for Part C, which is coming soon. Find it on the website​​ at https://www.5stepstosolotravel.com/ or on Amazon. It's a several-part series. Today's destination is São Paulo, Brazil.   São Paulo is the capital of Brazil and home to 22M people, a Step 5 destination.   São Paulo is worth seeing for women who like culture, neighborhoods, museums, and food, but it is not the easiest first-choice city in South America for a solo woman over 50. It can feel gray, crowded, and tiring. The traffic is real. The scale is real. The safety concerns are real. But if you stay in the right area, move with intention, and do not try to conquer the whole city, you can have a rich two-day visit that feels strong, smart, and independent.   I booked a cheap place on a travel website in São Paolo near the airport. Please listen to my mistakes at the end to understand why not to do that.   If you just arrived, you may want to take the metro into town. Get a 24-hour pass for about $.-5 Or just buy individual tickets. Metro here is free for people over 60, so just show your passport upon arrival at the station. I have a story at the end about that also.   If you are planning to go, here is a 2-day itinerary, along with a few of my comments. Day 1: Start with the easier parts of the city Morning: Avenida Paulista and MASP area Begin on Avenida Paulista because it is one of the city's best-known and most practical starting points for a solo visitor. It is central, busy, and lined with museums, cafes, shops, and hotels. MASP is one of the city's landmark museums and a strong anchor stop, rather than just wandering without a plan. São Paulo's official visitor materials also highlight Paulista as one of the city's defining areas. Midday: Long lunch instead of overpacking the day Do not try to "do São Paulo" in one sweep. Build in a proper lunch near Paulista or Jardins. This city can wear you out. Traffic, sidewalks, noise, and decision fatigue are real. Afternoon: Parque Ibirapuera Head to Ibirapuera Park for a calmer second half of the day. Official city materials list it among the major attractions, and it is a better late-afternoon choice than pushing deeper into more chaotic areas when your energy is lower. Evening: Dinner close to your hotel This is where I would be critical. São Paulo is not the city where I would tell a solo woman to "go out and see what happens" at night. Have dinner in a well-reviewed area near where you are staying, and use a car service back if needed.  Day 2:  Morning: Liberdade Liberdade is one of São Paulo's signature neighborhoods and gives you a different side of the city. Go in the morning, when you are fresh, and the area feels more manageable. It is photogenic and culturally distinct. It felt like an asian-like atmosphere for me. I felt the Japanese and other asian cultural influences, which made it different than other parts of the city. What to watch out for: Do not confuse "interesting" with "relaxing." Some parts can feel crowded, messy, and overstimulating. Keep valuables out of sight and do not stand around consulting your phone at the curb. Lunch: Stay put, then move intentionally Have lunch there or in a nearby planned stop. Avoid zigzagging across the city without a clear reason. In São Paulo, too much transit can waste time and cause more hassle. Afternoon option A: Municipal Market, if you like food stops The Mercado Municipal is iconic and worth considering for a focused visit, not an all-day outing. Go, sample, look around, then leave. Afternoon option B: Easier finish in Jardins or back to Paulista If you want a smoother second day, return to a more polished area such as Jardins or the Paulista zone. This is the better choice if you are tired, jet-lagged, or feeling cautious. Evening: End early I would lean toward Paulista/Jardins rather than picking a cheaper stay in a less convenient area. That is not because those neighborhoods are risk-free. They are not. It is because being in a more established, service-rich area usually makes solo travel simpler and lowers friction. São Paulo can be rewarding, but it is not a city to treat casually. Official advisories warn about crime, including street crime, and São Paulo's own Metro provides a dedicated safety reporting channel, which tells you something important: security is an active issue, not an afterthought. "São Paulo is not the city to improvise, but it is a city that rewards a solo woman who travels with judgment." This is not the kind of destination I would describe as easy. It is not relaxed. It is not as charming as some other cities in Brazil. And it is definitely not a place where I would suggest that a solo woman just show up and wander around without a plan. But here is the honest part. Interesting does not always mean comfortable. Some areas can feel crowded and overstimulating. So go early, stay alert, and do not stand on a sidewalk corner looking down at your phone like a lost tourist. São Paulo can be rewarding, but it is not casual travel. You need to pay attention. I would not wear flashy jewelry. I would not hold my phone out while walking. I would not arrive in a brand-new neighborhood after dark. And I would not assume that a place is fine just because it looks busy. Busy does not always mean safe. Another point for women over 50: choose your hotel area carefully. I would spend a bit more to stay in a better-located neighborhood rather than save money and make every outing harder. In a city like São Paulo, convenience is not a luxury. It is part of your safety strategy. São Paulo is better for the traveler who can say, "I do not need this city to entertain me every minute. I just want to experience it intelligently." If you go, keep your schedule realistic, stay alert, and let the city come to you in pieces. You do not need to conquer São Paulo. You just need to experience the right parts of it with confidence. I was able to store my luggage at the airport for the day for about $10. Worth it, so I did not have to carry it all day. The storage is in Terminal 2: Arrivals. Turn left. Luggage storage- "Guarda-Volumes", near parking garage entrance at far end of terminal.    There is an express train from Luz to the city every 2 hours. It's called. "GRU Airport train " Or CPTM. Take the free GRU SHUTTLE BUS. See show notes for many details. Espresso aeroporto, 60 mins long was the ride. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S%C3%A3o_Paulo_Museum_of_Art https://artsandculture.google.com/story/RAURhHm2wnzb1g   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jardim_da_Luz   https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g303631-d311969-Reviews-Pinacoteca_do_Estado_de_Sao_Paulo-Sao_Paulo_State_of_Sao_Paulo.html When I first arrived in Luz, I got off at Luz station. Beautiful building. Ornate. The Portuguese Language Center was located there, too, in the Parque de Luz. The police were guarding, but felt safe. Beautiful trees and a fresh smell after the rain. Walked to the Pina Art Museum. Lots of school groups. Modern. Plus some traditional: films, sculptures, paintings, 3d designs. Walked over a bridge to a long street still close to Luz. Walked about a mile. Stores and parking garages mostly. Optical, toys, and industrial products. Found Church of San Bento. Praying for them and others in this beautiful building. No video allowed. —————— My three Sao Paolo  missteps:    Spilling yogurt all over me early in the morning. Table, clothes, floor, everywhere. What a mess. Be more careful around yogurt containers.   In the San Bento metro station, the  Woman at the counter would not give me free subway access. She sent me to the ticket booth to buy a ticket. I showed my passport there, and she said,  Go back there. So I did. I told her my age. Finally, she smiled and let me pass. Maybe I looked too young for the free transport.   Booking a room near the airport that was not in a good neighborhood. Lots of reasons not to walk at night. Bars on the doors and windows here.   Thanks for listening, and I'll see you on the next journey. AI was used to select some of the suggestions for this episode.   Connect with Dr. Travelbest 5 Steps to Solo Travel website Dr. Mary Travelbest X Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Page Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Group Dr. Mary Travelbest Instagram Dr. Mary Travelbest Podcast Dr. Travelbest on TikTok Dr.Travelbest on YouTube In the news  

Learn English phrases for keeping kids busy during the school holidays. Practise everyday English for talking about children's behaviour, boredom, and common challenges at home. - په دغه پوډکاسټ کې د ښوونځیو د رخصتیو پر مهال د ماشومانو د بوخت ساتلو لپاره د انګلیسي ژبې عبارتونه زده کړئ. همدارنګه د ماشومانو د چلند، ستړیا او په کور کې د عامو ستونزو په اړه د خبرو لپاره د انګلیسي ژبې ورځڼي عبارتونه تمرین کړئ.

Man oh man, have I been busy.

You keep thinking life will finally calm down… someday.When the kids get older.When work slows down.When the schedule becomes more manageable.When you finally stop feeling behind.But so often, that day never comes.Because the issue usually isn't just your schedule.It's the pressure of feeling like everything depends on you.In this episode, Crystal Paine shares what she's learning about time, priorities, and surrender while balancing motherhood, business leadership, foster care, special needs parenting, writing books, and raising six children.And honestly?This conversation feels like a deep breath.Crystal shares how one of her sons completely changed the way she thinks about productivity, why she stopped chasing a “calm life,” and what it looks like to practice calmness in the middle of real-life chaos instead.Here's some of what we get into in this episode:• why worry quietly drains more time and energy than most women realize• the practical rhythms Crystal uses to create more margin, breathing room, and intentionality• how her “6x2 Priority System” helps women focus on what matters without trying to do everything every day• the powerful connection between budgeting money and budgeting time• why habit stacking and tiny consistent actions create long-term transformation• and how surrendering your time to God changes the way you approach your entire dayCrystal also shares her free resource:25 Ways to Save an Hour Each Week—a practical guide filled with simple ways to reduce overwhelm and create more breathing room in your schedule.You can grab it here:https://timesavingmom.com/transcriptIf you've been feeling like there's never enough time…or like you're constantly trying to hold everything together…this episode will help you rethink what it means to steward your time well.Not through pressure.Not through perfection.But through prayer, priorities, and trusting God to multiply what you place in His hands.Let's continue the conversation with you inside the REDEEM Her Time Community.Come share:

What if growing closer to God doesn't require more time...just a different perspective?In this episode of Imagine Yourself, Lanée Blaise and Sandy Kovach talk about finding God in the middle of everyday life—the busy schedules, endless distractions, unexpected challenges, and ordinary moments we often rush right past. Together, they explore what it means to stay connected to God when life feels overwhelming, how to recognize His presence in ways we might be missing, and why some of the smallest shifts in our thinking can have the biggest impact on our faith.If you've ever wondered whether God is speaking, struggled to make room for Him in a crowded life, or found yourself longing for a deeper connection, this podcast offers encouragement, hope, and a fresh perspective.Join us for a conversation that just might change the way you look for God and discover that He may have been closer than you realized all along.Send us Fan MailFor more info on IMAGINE YOURSELF,  visit imagineyourselfpodcast.com. You'll find blogs, inspirational quotes and of course our podcasts!Join the conversation  on our  FACEBOOK, or INSTAGRAM pages.  Email at imagineyourselfpodcast@gmail.com Thanks for being  part of the Imagine Yourself Family! Follow or subscribe so you don't miss an episode! "Imagine Yourself" is hosted by Lanée Blaise and Sandy Kovach—two dynamic voices with a passion for inspiring and uplifting others. Lanée, a TV writer, producer, motivational speaker, and podcaster, brings powerful storytelling and insight. Sandy, a radio personality, voiceover artist, and podcaster, delivers warmth and wisdom with every conversation. Broadcasting from the Detroit Metro area, they welcome guests from around the world to share valuable perspectives on health, career growth, faith, and personal transformation. Tune in and imagine the possibilities for your life!

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Join Host Bree Carlile as she reads Dracula by Bram Stoker.Follow along as Bree shares her passion for books, audiobooks, and bringing stories to life in these classic novel audiobooks. Busy schedule? Each episode is just one chapter, or bite of a classic novel, play or short story, which means you can fit in your reading goals while getting ready for work, bed, or on your commute.Follow, rate, and review Bite at a Time Books where we read you your favorite classics, one bite at a time. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.Check out our website, or join our Facebook Group!Get exclusive Behind the Scenes content on our YouTube!We are now part of the Bite at a Time Books Productions network!If you ever wondered what inspired your favorite classic novelist to write their stories, what was happening in their lives or the world at the time, check out Bite at a Time Books Behind the Story wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow us on all the socials: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook - TikTokFollow Bree at: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook

MJ Acosta-Ruiz joins Joy Taylor for one of their most personal conversations yet. The longtime friends discuss the pressure of succeeding as Black and Latina women in sports media, navigating burnout while building successful careers, and unlearning the perfectionism and people-pleasing habits that many women inherit from childhood. MJ opens up about balancing multiple high-profile roles across ESPN, NFL Network and NBA TV, the emotional toll of constantly striving for excellence, and what it means to show up authentically in spaces that weren't built for you. They also dive into identity, representation, generational expectations, and why giving yourself grace might be the hardest lesson of all. If you've ever felt overwhelmed trying to do everything perfectly, this conversation is for you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do when your business feels like chaos is calling all the plays? Brian Hurtak shares how overwhelmed professionals can borrow practical tools from football coaches to make better decisions in high-pressure moments. Brian explains the difference between ethos, a playbook, and a play sheet, and why clarity about who you are has to come before productivity systems. They also discuss how to organize what you learn, reduce cognitive overload, and build simple routines for making adjustments over time. This conversation is a helpful framework for pet care business owners who want to stop collecting ideas and start actually using them. Main topics: Managing chaos with systems Ethos as decision filter Building a personal playbook Using a practical play sheet Making ongoing adjustments intentionally Main takeaway: "You can be anything, but not everything." Brian Hurtak reminds us that clarity is one of the most important tools we have when life and business start to feel overloaded. We do not need more random information piled on top of our stress. We need a better way to filter what matters, organize what we learn, and actually apply it. If you have been feeling stretched thin, scattered, or stuck in reaction mode, this conversation will help you think about your next steps with more intention. About our guest: Brian Hurtak is a corporate executive, speaker, and author of The Play Sheet: A Simple Resource for Overloaded Professionals. Drawing from nearly two decades of leadership experience in large organizations, he helps people organize information, reduce overwhelm, and make better decisions under pressure. His work adapts lessons from football coaching into practical tools for leadership, parenting, and personal growth. Brian is passionate about helping professionals create systems that lead to greater clarity and more effective action. Links: Email Brian: myplaysheet@gmail.com Brian's official website is The Play Sheet, where he shares speaking, consulting, and templates. https://myplaysheet.com His book is The Play Sheet: A Simple Resource for Overloaded Professionals. https://amzn.to/43VEToQ Check out our Starter Packs See all of our discounts!

Are you constantly busy but spiritually dry?In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Steve Snyder joins Pastors Jesse Randolph and Aaron Nicholson to discuss how modern culture's obsession with productivity can quietly become an idol. While efficiency can be useful, believers must guard against measuring their worth by accomplishment, performance, or public recognition.The conversation explores the dangers of burnout, misplaced priorities, ministry-driven busyness, and the subtle ways the worries of life can choke spiritual growth. Most importantly, the hosts point listeners back to the believer's primary calling: worshiping Christ and seeking His kingdom first.Sound Words is a ministry of Indian Hills Community Church, a Bible teaching church in Lincoln, NE. Sound Words is also a partner of Foundations Media, a collective of Christian creators passionate about promoting biblical theology and applying it to everyday life. Learn more at https://foundationsmedia.org.Follow on InstagramFollow on FacebookFollow on YouTubeFollow on TwitterFollow on ThreadsVisit https://ihcc.org

Relax with the steady sound of rain moving through quiet city streets for two full hours. Hear gentle rainfall echo between buildings, soft water flowing along sidewalks, and the distant rhythm of the sleeping city beneath the storm. This calming rain ambience is perfect for deep sleep, studying, reading, meditation, focus, and creating a peaceful atmosphere any time of day or night.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/asmr-rain-recordings--5347561/support.Lose the AD intros by becoming a subscriber!https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/asmr-rain-recordings--5347561/support

In Episode 366 of The Real Jason Duncan Podcast, Jason asks the question most entrepreneurs can't answer honestly. Not what did you do yesterday — what did you actually get done? Because those are two very different questions. And the gap between them is where the lie lives. Busy and productive are not the same thing. And somewhere along the way, busy became a virtue — a badge we wear to prove we're working hard, while the treadmill keeps spinning and the scenery never changes. In this solo Wednesday episode drawn from his What's Real newsletter, Jason exposes the busyness trap for the golden cage; and why motion and progress feel identical from the inside, what real productivity actually looks like when it isn't dressed up as hustle, and why the day you stop running the business is the day you can finally see it clearly enough to make it better. In this episode, Jason covers: Why busy became a virtue and what it's actually costing you The treadmill vs. the road: why motion and progress feel the same from the inside but lead to completely different places The story of the mentor and the mentee and why the younger man walked away from the best teacher he'd ever have What Jason's motorcycle ride conversation revealed about how entrepreneurs talk about being busy The one-hour block that changes everything and why protecting it matters more than your next 50 tasks Freedom Fridays, what they are, why Jason has taken them since January 2025, and why it's usually the most productive day of his week What King Solomon said about the person who makes haste and why it's the most practical productivity advice ever written Why awareness is the key to recovery and what you have to see first before anything can change You can sprint through another year on the same treadmill. Or you can slow down long enough to find out where you're actually going. This episode will show you the difference.

Join Host Bree Carlile as she reads Dracula by Bram Stoker.Follow along as Bree shares her passion for books, audiobooks, and bringing stories to life in these classic novel audiobooks. Busy schedule? Each episode is just one chapter, or bite of a classic novel, play or short story, which means you can fit in your reading goals while getting ready for work, bed, or on your commute.Follow, rate, and review Bite at a Time Books where we read you your favorite classics, one bite at a time. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.Check out our website, or join our Facebook Group!Get exclusive Behind the Scenes content on our YouTube!We are now part of the Bite at a Time Books Productions network!If you ever wondered what inspired your favorite classic novelist to write their stories, what was happening in their lives or the world at the time, check out Bite at a Time Books Behind the Story wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow us on all the socials: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook - TikTokFollow Bree at: Instagram - Twitter - Facebook

In this episode of Busy, Gritty, Inked & Witchy, Morgan goes off-script to share her deeply personal journey with Morgan Le Fay, one of her main matron goddesses and the Goddess of the Month for June at Inked Goddess Creations. This isn't your typical goddess history lesson. Morgan dives into: How a yard full of ravens in Tucson started everything Why she initially connected with the Morrigan, and what that goddess revealed in meditation The villainization of Morgan Le Fay through history, and the modern reclamation of her story What it means to work with Morgan Le Fay as a goddess of transformation, sovereignty, dark feminine energy, and feminine mysteries How Morgan Le Fay led Morgan to claim the title of Avalon Priestess A full walkthrough of her Morgan Le Fay altar; statues, gemstones, offerings, and daily devotion practice The correspondences, herbs, oils, and colors she personally uses in her practice If you've ever felt drawn to Morgan Le Fay, the Avalonian tradition, or reclaiming your own dark feminine power, this episode is for you. Morgan Le Fay Goddess Page + Blog Post: https://www.inkedgoddesscreations.com/pages/goddess-morgan-lefay Patreon Bonus Content: Get access to Book of Shadows pages for Morgan Le Fay, designed to complement everything shared in this episode. Join Morgan on her Patreon for exclusive bonus content. Visit https://patreon.com/inkedgoddesscreations for more details. Consider joining Morgan's Inked Spirit Coven (or join the waitlist if doors are closed) to deepen your magickal practice and connect with a supportive community. For more information, head to https://inkedspirit.com. For unique witchy supplies and tips, a monthly Witchcraft subscription box, and more, head to https://www.InkedGoddessCreations.com.

On the latest Eagle Eye podcast, Dave Zangaro is joined by Barrett Brooks after Day 1 of Eagles mandatory minicamp: 00:00 - Eagles minicamp observations 03:50 - Taking attendance at camp 08:58 - How different is this offense? 16:35 - Offensive depth chart 22:53 - Impressions of Markel Bell 38:08 - Defensive depth chart 49:35 - Other players turning heads

In this episode, Tara is opening up about what the past few months has looked like for her faith, everyday Bible reading, and rhythms. If you've ever felt dry, stuck, or in need of revival in your faith, this episode is sure to bring you encouragement, hope, and solidarity. We'll be answering questions like, "What can I do to get back on track with God?" and how to overcome obstacles like distractions and the times you're out of routine and how they affect your time in the Word. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Truth Talks with Tara on YouTube here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! CONNECT WITH TARA ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/truthtalkswithtara⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tarasunministries.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONTACT: podcast@tarasunministries.com SPEAKING INQUIRIES: contact@tarasunministries.com ADVERTISE ON THE SHOW: To inquire about host-read ads or to become the show's next sponsor, please send an email to podcast@tarasunministries.com. DISCLAIMERS: This podcast may contain affiliate links, sponsorships, or products I've received for free. Please know that I always try to operate in integrity and only share products I know you'll love (and I genuinely love). If you decide to purchase through my links, thank you so much for your support! The perspectives shared in each episode belong solely to the individual contributors and don't necessarily represent the views of the podcast host, production team, or the owner of this intellectual property. This podcast is not intended to provide legal advice, and we encourage listeners to consult qualified professionals regarding their brand, business, or other matters. This disclosure is made in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines under 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If 82% of people lack a time management system and the average worker spends half their day on low-value tasks, what's the real cost of doing nothing about it? In this episode, Brandon Laws sits down with bestselling author Peter Economy, who has written over 140 books, to dig into his latest release, Wait, You Need a Win? The Essential Guide to Time Management, Productivity, and Powerful Habits That Get Things Done. From the neuroscience behind habit formation to the Rocks, Pebbles, and Sand framework, Peter shares practical, immediately actionable strategies for anyone who has ever ended the day wondering where the time went. If you've been meaning to get more intentional about how you work and live, this conversation is your sign. Key Timestamps: [00:01] Welcome Back, Peter Economy Brandon introduces return guest Peter Economy and his latest book on time management and productivity. [00:54] Why 82% of People Still Don't Have a System Peter explains why most people avoid time management and how ingrained habits keep us stuck in low-value routines. [02:17] The Real Cost of Poor Time Management Research shows the average employee loses about 500 hours per year to unproductive work. Peter breaks down what that means for individuals, teams, and organizations. [03:24] Phones, Interruptions, and the 23-Minute Rule The average person picks up their phone 96 times a day, and a single interruption costs over 23 minutes of refocus time. The numbers are hard to argue with. [07:03] The Paradox of Time We think we have all the time in the world. Peter explains why that illusion is one of the biggest obstacles to getting anything meaningful done. [08:26] Working from Home Like You Mean It Remote and hybrid workers face a unique challenge: the people around them don't always see them as "really working." Peter shares how to establish non-negotiable work boundaries at home. [10:50] Designing Habits Using Neuroscience New habits mean new brain pathways. Peter walks through how to intentionally build routines that actually stick, starting small and building over time. [13:18] The Right Way to Use a To-Do List More tasks do not mean more productivity. Peter makes the case for limiting your daily list to three to five high-priority goals and why that constraint is a feature, not a limitation. [16:03] David Allen's Getting Things Done Framework Peter explains the five-step GTD methodology (capture, clarify, organize, reflect, engage) and why it remains one of the most effective systems for managing commitments. [17:46] Why "No" Is a Time Management Strategy People-pleasing has deep roots, and learning to say no is harder than it sounds. Peter shares how taking on one too many projects changed his approach for good. [21:21] Protecting Your Calendar from Meetings You Don't Need Research suggests around 76% of meetings are ineffective. Peter offers a framework for protecting your time by declining meetings that don't warrant your presence. [23:05] The Rocks, Pebbles, and Sand Framework One of the most visual concepts in the book: why tackling your biggest priorities first is the only way to make sure they actually get done. [25:14] Rest as a Productivity Tool Powering through is overrated. Peter makes the case for taking real breaks, getting outside, and prioritizing sleep as essential parts of a high-performance routine. [27:17] Using AI to Save Time From Otter AI for meeting transcription and action items to organizing project files in Claude, Peter and Brandon trade practical tips for using AI tools to reclaim hours in your week. [31:01] Is It Your System, or Is It Your Work? Peter closes with the most important question: if you're chronically unproductive, the problem might not be your framework. It might be that you're not doing work you actually care about. A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, sponsored by Xenium HR Host: Brandon Laws In Brandon's own words: "The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders." About Xenium HR Xenium HR is on a mission to transform workplaces by providing expert outsourced HR and payroll services for small and medium-sized businesses. With a people-first approach, Xenium helps organizations create thriving work environments where employees feel valued and supported. From navigating compliance to enhancing workplace culture, Xenium offers tailored solutions that empower growth and simplify HR. Whether managing employee relations, payroll processing, or implementing impactful training programs, Xenium is the trusted partner businesses rely on to elevate their workplace experience. Discover how Xenium can transform your workplace: Learn more Connect with Brandon Laws: LinkedIn Instagram About Connect with Xenium HR: Website LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

The "Busy" Trap in DentistryFor Future Dental Practice Owners, a packed schedule feels like success. Yet, a booked day lacking strategic production leads to clinical burnout. Dr. Andrew Clingan and Caitlin Embree reveal why being merely "busy" destroys dental practice profitability. Moving from clinician to empowered CEO means stopping the cycle of stepping over dollars to pick up pennies. This requires mastering dental practice management through intentional scheduling.Your Scheduling Survival Guide:If your days are chaotic but collections are stagnant, your systems are failing. Allowing patients to cancel restorative work without consequence is why dental practice profitability drops. You cannot achieve sustainable dental practice growth if your team scrambles for supplies instead of prepping same-day treatment. To implement elite dental business strategies, engineer your operations:Implement Block Scheduling: Define daily "rocks" and "boulders" to hit goals before filling gaps.Enforce Front Desk Protocols: Separate doctor time from assistant time to end bottlenecks.Demand Accountability: Stop absorbing no-shows by collecting upfront deposits for major cases.Optimize Back-Office Systems: Standardize inventory so your team can add same-day treatment.Dr. Clingan shares how these systems turned a routine limited exam into a prepaid $17,000 case in ten minutes. This operational mindset lays the foundation for scalable dental business ownership and predictable dental practice profitability. It is vital for the associate to owner transition.Ready to take the next step in your dental practice journey? Visit https://sharedpractices.com to learn more about our Buyer Representation and Coaching services, designed to help dentists buy, grow, and optimize profitable practices. You can also use our Free Look to evaluate dental practice opportunities with real data before making a decision. For daily Dental Moneyball insights, strategy tips, and updates, follow us across our social channels.