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Daily Boost Podcast Expanding Your Comfort Zone September 28, 2026 | Episode 5551 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Get out of your comfort zone. People say it like it is gospel, and most of the time I think they are flat wrong. I like my comfort zone. You probably like yours too. The real question is not how to escape it. It is how to stretch it just far enough that you are standing on the edge instead of hiding in the middle. A listener wrote me from a place a lot of you are sitting in right now. Her email changed the way I talk about this, and I read the whole thing on today's show. Featured Story An email showed up, and I read it out loud slowly, exactly as she wrote it, because I didn't want to change a single word. She said all she had ever wanted was to experience a little comfort zone. She'd had success these last few years, and it cost her. Actions she didn't want to take. Digging deep when all she wanted was to bury her head in the sand. Bad marriage out of her life. Big burdensome house sold. A little cash in the bank. And she can finally feel some comfort on her horizon. Then she asked me three words that stopped me cold. Important Points * You do not need to blow up your comfort zone. You need to expand it a little, over and over, on purpose. * Most people live anxiety-neutral until something forces them to move. Fear comes first, then learning, then growth. * A comfort zone you had to fight for is a different animal than one you were handed. Treat it like you earned it. Memorable Quotes * The goal for ninety-nine percent of our time is to expand your comfort zone a little. Stay comfortable, my friends. * My comfort zone is a bubble. Sometimes it expands and connects with somebody else expanding theirs, and that is wild. * What a man can be, he must be. Maslow taught that in 1943 and went deep into the human psyche, and it still holds. Scott's Three-Step Approach * Take an honest look at your own bubble and name the edge of it, the thing sitting just past what you normally do. * Step one inch over that edge sometime this week, small enough to stay safe and big enough that you truly feel it. * Look around from that new spot before you move again, and notice whose bubble is expanding right next to yours. Chapters 0:15 - Your comfort zone is not the enemy people claim 3:09 - An email that said everything I had been thinking 4:07 - All she ever wanted was a little comfort zone 5:18 - What a comfort zone you fought for actually changes 6:08 - Anxiety neutral, fear, learning, and growth zones 7:11 - Why I picture the whole thing as a bubble 9:43 - Expand a little, and go, Goggins only when you must Connect With Me Search for the Daily Boost on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify * Email: support@motivationtomove.com * Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com * YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast * Instagram: https://instagram.com/heyscottsmith * Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove * Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pastor Joshua preaches on the topic of stepping out of your comfort zone in order to pursue the true way Jesus commands us to evangelize to the one person who needs to hear the message of Christ. Matthew 28:19–20 New Living Translation“Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the ... Read More

Japan's younger generation wants something different from the traditional boss. They need leaders who can explain the WHY behind the work, communicate persuasively, develop careers, build confidence and act as personal coaches. Sounds easy, doesn't it? We should be able to knock that lot off before lunch. Well, maybe not. The problem is that Japan no longer has the luxury of getting this wrong. The country's demographic decline means younger employees are becoming an increasingly scarce and valuable resource. As of March 2026, Japan had approximately 36.2 million people aged 65 and over but only around 13.3 million under the age of 15. For Japanese companies, retaining and developing young talent is moving from being an HR issue to becoming a business survival issue. Why do Japanese bosses need to become coaches? Japan's shrinking workforce means companies cannot afford to keep losing talented younger employees because their managers do not know how to lead, develop and coach them. Competition for younger Japanese workers will intensify as the population declines. The OECD continues to identify severe labour shortages caused by Japan's ageing and declining population, particularly among SMEs and non-manufacturing businesses. You can already see the impact in construction, retail, convenience stores, hospitality and food service, where companies increasingly depend on non-Japanese workers. This completely changes the role of the boss. Commanding people to do things may have survived in an era when labour was plentiful. It becomes considerably less effective when good employees have alternatives. The modern leader has to persuade people that staying, learning and developing within the organisation is worth their time. Do now: Stop thinking of coaching as an optional HR activity. In Japan's labour market, developing and retaining people is becoming a core management responsibility. Are young Japanese employees really leaving companies so quickly? Yes. Roughly one-third of recent Japanese university graduates leave their first employer within three years, making early-career retention a significant management issue. The latest Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare figures show that 33.8% of university graduates entering employment in 2022 left within three years. For high-school graduates, the figure was even higher at 37.9%. The rate also varies enormously according to company size. Among university graduates working for organisations with fewer than five employees, 57.5% left within three years. For companies employing 1,000 people or more, it was 27.0%. Money, job content, career opportunities and workplace conditions all matter, of course. But the immediate boss has enormous influence over an employee's daily experience. Young employees are constantly asking themselves: Am I learning? Am I progressing? Does anyone here care about my future? Do now: Treat retention as something managers influence every day, rather than something HR discovers during the exit interview. Why are many Japanese middle managers weak at coaching? Most Japanese middle managers were never systematically taught how to coach, so organisations often reproduce yesterday's management habits through OJT. On-the-job training is deeply embedded in Japanese corporate life. OJT itself isn't the problem. The problem is what happens when the person delivering the OJT has never received professional leadership or coaching training. The previous generation teaches the next generation what they themselves were taught. If you had a brilliant mentor, excellent. You were lucky. But hoping that every manager magically develops coaching capability through experience is not a management development strategy. The traditional Japanese boss was often expected to be technically competent, experienced and knowledgeable. The modern boss needs those qualities plus communication, persuasion, feedback, career development and coaching skills. That is a substantial shift. Do now: Companies should explicitly train managers in coaching rather than assuming that being promoted automatically equips someone to develop other people. How should a Japanese manager coach a younger employee? Effective coaching starts by identifying the skill required, agreeing on the desired outcome and making sure both the manager and employee own the goal. First, identify what capability is actually needed. There may be twenty possible things the person could improve, but trying to coach everything simultaneously is hopeless. Prioritise. Then picture the desired result together. What does good performance look like? What is the gap between current performance and that outcome? Next comes attitude. Different people are motivated by different things. What gets the boss excited may completely underwhelm a twenty-seven-year-old team member. This is where trust becomes critical. How well do you actually know the people working for you? What are their career ambitions? What interests them? What worries them? What skills do they want to develop? The more time leaders invest in knowing their people, the easier it becomes to find the individual triggers that encourage improvement. Do now: Diagnose before coaching. Agree on one important development goal and understand why achieving it matters to that individual. Why don't managers spend enough time coaching? The biggest constraint on coaching is often not knowledge but time, because many managers are trapped dealing with urgent operational problems. Coaching requires bandwidth. The boss needs time to identify the skill, explain it, demonstrate it, observe the employee practising it and then provide useful feedback. That is hard when every working day is dominated by emergencies. Using the classic time-management framework, many managers live almost permanently in Quadrant One: important and urgent. Coaching sits mainly in Quadrant Two: important but not yet urgent. The irony is that ignoring Quadrant Two often manufactures tomorrow's Quadrant One problems. If you never develop people, they remain dependent on you. If they remain dependent on you, more decisions and problems land on your desk. Now you are even busier and have even less time to coach. It becomes a vicious cycle. Do now: Put coaching time into the calendar before the week fills with emergencies. Developing capability today reduces management dependency tomorrow. What type of feedback do younger employees need? Young employees need immediate feedback on both what they are doing well and how they can become better, rather than recognition only when the final result arrives. Many organisations wait until the task has been completed before providing recognition. That is too late. Younger or less experienced employees are continually moving outside their Comfort Zones. They are doing things they haven't done before and often don't know whether they are succeeding. They need two forms of feedback. Good: What exactly are they doing well? Better: What specifically could they change to improve further? Recognising baby steps and partial successes is important because confidence grows through evidence of progress. If we simply throw young employees into difficult assignments and leave them to their own devices, failure can damage their confidence and reduce their appetite for taking risks in the future. Demonstrate. Let them practise. Observe. Coach. Encourage. Repeat. Then, when the result is achieved, provide recognition in a form that actually matters to that individual. Do now: Don't save feedback for performance reviews. Give specific "good" and "better" coaching while the employee is actually learning. The Japanese boss must become a super coach The modern boss in Japan has to give younger employees many of the things previous generations of managers should have received themselves but often didn't. Yes, that may seem unfair. Today's managers are being asked to communicate better, explain purpose, build trust, understand individual motivation, manage their own time, develop skills, provide continuous feedback and actively support careers. That is the job now. Japan's demographic situation makes continuing with the old model increasingly dangerous. There are fewer young people coming into the workforce, while companies still need talent to grow, innovate and compete. The organisations that develop strong coaching managers will have a major advantage. The question for every boss is therefore straightforward: Am I merely managing the work, or am I developing the people who will be capable of doing that work without me? The time for a new model of leadership in Japan isn't sometime in the future. It is now. Author Bio Dr. Greg Story, Ph.D. in Japanese Decision-Making, is President of Dale Carnegie Tokyo Training and Adjunct Professor at Griffith University. He is a two-time winner of the Dale Carnegie "One Carnegie Award" (2018, 2021) and recipient of the Griffith University Business School Outstanding Alumnus Award (2012). As a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer, Greg is certified to deliver globally across all leadership, communication, sales, and presentation programs, including Leadership Training for Results. He has written several books, including three best-sellers — Japan Business Mastery, Japan Sales Mastery, and Japan Presentations Mastery — along with Japan Leadership Mastery and How to Stop Wasting Money on Training. His works have been translated into Japanese, including Za Eigyō (ザ営業), Purezen no Tatsujin (プレゼンの達人), Torēningu de Okane o Muda ni Suru no wa Yamemashō (トレーニングでお金を無駄にするのはやめましょう), and Gendaiban "Hito o Ugokasu" Rīdā (現代版「人を動かす」リーダー). Greg also publishes daily business insights on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, and hosts six weekly podcasts. On YouTube, he produces The Cutting Edge Japan Business Show, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews, which are widely followed by executives seeking success strategies in Japan.

Travis and producer Eric explore why leaving your hometown and familiar environment can be such a powerful catalyst for growth. Using a discussion about Logan Paul's experience leaving Ohio as a jumping-off point, they unpack the difference between being genuinely content with where you are and staying somewhere simply because change feels uncomfortable. They also share stories from their own travels and discuss how experiencing new places, cultures, languages, and challenges can expand your perspective, build resilience, and create greater empathy for people whose lives look different from your own. On this episode we talk about: Why leaving your hometown can expose you to opportunities and experiences you may never encounter otherwise The difference between being genuinely happy where you are and using comfort or fear as a reason not to change How traveling can force you to become more adaptable and comfortable solving unexpected problems Travis's experiences moving from Lancaster to Fresno and eventually Las Vegas Traveling on a budget, including staying in hostels and finding inexpensive ways to see the world How experiencing different cultures and environments can broaden your perspective and increase empathy Why you can benefit from traveling even if you ultimately decide to return home Top 3 Takeaways Challenge the reasons you stay comfortable. There can be legitimate reasons to stay in a familiar place, but it's worth asking whether you genuinely want to stay or whether fear of the unknown is making the decision for you. Get outside your familiar environment. Traveling and experiencing new places forces you to adapt, solve problems, and interact with people who see the world differently. Those experiences can accelerate personal growth in ways that are difficult to replicate from home. You don't have to move permanently to expand your world. If relocating isn't right for you, start by taking trips and exploring new places. Seeing how other people live can give you perspective and help you make more informed decisions about the life you want. Notable Quotes “I think that everybody should aspire to leave their hometown, even if it's your goal to come back to that place later.” “If you're just afraid of what life looks like outside of that, that's a really, really bad excuse.” “The minute you step outside the confines of what you know and go somewhere, it feels like it just skyrockets your growth in a lot of ways.” Connect with Travis Chappell: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell/ Other: https://travischappell.com/ A Word from Our Sponsors: - The most successful business owners don't do it all themselves — they delegate. Upwork lets you build a team of highly skilled specialists for every function your business needs, so you can focus on what you do best and let experts handle the rest. Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free! - Scribe captures workflows as work happens and automatically generates step-by-step guides with screenshots and instructions, so no one has to sit down and write documentation from scratch. Learn more at scribe.how/tmm and mention Travis Makes Money for your first month of Scribe Capture free on select plans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The MAHA Lowdown with Jeff Louderback – Stepping outside your comfort zone opens the door to renewed purpose, stronger faith, and healthier living. Real growth comes through honest work, mindful habits, and the courage to embrace change. Each faithful step builds resilience, restores hope, and strengthens the families and communities we cherish...

What happens when your comfortable routine starts to feel… uncomfortable? In this episode of When Mommy Grows Up, Becca shares how saying yes to teaching a college class pushed her beyond sweatpants-and-slippers workdays, opened the door to a portfolio career, and created unexpected opportunities for growth. Plus, there's a gentle nudge to listen to your inner itch and step outside your comfort zone.Resources:When Mommy Grows Up: Finding Career Clarity While Covered in Kids-----------------------------You are one click away from boosting your career clarity and confidence!Head over to whenmommygrowsup.com where you'll find the free Career Clarity Kickstart. With this free on-the-go guide, we'll walk you through 5 clear action steps you can take to go from confused about next steps to confident about what you want and need from your career.Get started today!

In Part 3 of our conversation with Austin Cairns, host Jim Ellermeyer explores what Austin has learned from working in professional wrestling and sports broadcasting—and how those experiences connect with the mindfulness principles at the heart of Fishing Without Bait. Austin opens up about the colorful personalities he has encountered in independent wrestling, along with a less glamorous side of the business: tribalism. He discusses the tension that can develop between promotions, the pressure of navigating different groups, and why he believes collaboration can ultimately make wrestling better. The conversation then moves beyond the wrestling ring and into Austin's expanding broadcasting career. He shares his experience contributing Pittsburgh Steelers reports for radio, reflects on interviewing established Pittsburgh sports broadcasters, and talks about his long-term goal of traveling and working in broadcasting on a larger stage. Jim and Austin also explore changes in sports culture, including NIL, fantasy sports, sports gambling, and the increasingly common sight of fans watching their phones instead of the event happening directly in front of them. That observation leads directly back to mindfulness. Austin describes himself as someone who wants to live in the moment, and when Jim asks what advice he would give someone pursuing a dream, Austin's answer is simple: put yourself out there. Growth rarely happens by waiting for the perfect opportunity or remaining completely comfortable. Austin reflects on going from a shy student to working across sports, wrestling, radio, television, and journalism by accepting opportunities that pushed him beyond what felt familiar. It's a conversation about ambition without losing awareness of where you are right now—and having the courage to enter uncomfortable spaces in order to discover what you can become. Subscribe to Fishing Without Bait on your favorite podcast player. Support Fishing Without Bait and receive ad-free episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/fishingwithoutbait Pick up “Learn to Fish Without Bait: A 365-Day Mindfulness Journal and Adult Coloring Book”: https://www.lulu.com/shop/james-ellermeyer-lpc-ma-ncc-lpc/learn-to-fish-without-bait/paperback/product-6n9rd8.html?page=1&pageSize=4

In Part 3 of our conversation with Austin Cairns, host Jim Ellermeyer explores what Austin has learned from working in professional wrestling and sports broadcasting—and how those experiences connect with the mindfulness principles at the heart of Fishing Without Bait. Austin opens up about the colorful personalities he has encountered in independent wrestling, along with a less glamorous side of the business: tribalism. He discusses the tension that can develop between promotions, the pressure of navigating different groups, and why he believes collaboration can ultimately make wrestling better. The conversation then moves beyond the wrestling ring and into Austin's expanding broadcasting career. He shares his experience contributing Pittsburgh Steelers reports for radio, reflects on interviewing established Pittsburgh sports broadcasters, and talks about his long-term goal of traveling and working in broadcasting on a larger stage. Jim and Austin also explore changes in sports culture, including NIL, fantasy sports, sports gambling, and the increasingly common sight of fans watching their phones instead of the event happening directly in front of them. That observation leads directly back to mindfulness. Austin describes himself as someone who wants to live in the moment, and when Jim asks what advice he would give someone pursuing a dream, Austin's answer is simple: put yourself out there. Growth rarely happens by waiting for the perfect opportunity or remaining completely comfortable. Austin reflects on going from a shy student to working across sports, wrestling, radio, television, and journalism by accepting opportunities that pushed him beyond what felt familiar. It's a conversation about ambition without losing awareness of where you are right now—and having the courage to enter uncomfortable spaces in order to discover what you can become. Subscribe to Fishing Without Bait on your favorite podcast player. Support Fishing Without Bait and receive ad-free episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/fishingwithoutbait Pick up “Learn to Fish Without Bait: A 365-Day Mindfulness Journal and Adult Coloring Book”: https://www.lulu.com/shop/james-ellermeyer-lpc-ma-ncc-lpc/learn-to-fish-without-bait/paperback/product-6n9rd8.html?page=1&pageSize=4

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Dom talks with Jack Jensen from mental health charity Spark That Chat about the Uncomfortable Challenge in October. They discuss what's involved, how to become part of the initiative and some examples of what people are doing to support it. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Is staying comfortable keeping your interior design business from growing?In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, Terri Taylor sits down with IDBA Mindset Coach Valerie Priester to explore what it really means to step outside your comfort zone, and why doing so is essential for personal and business growth.Your comfort zone isn't necessarily a good place. It's simply a familiar one. Even when your current way of working isn't producing the results you want, fear and uncertainty can make staying where you are feel safer than trying something new.Terri and Valerie discuss how this shows up in a design business: avoiding new pricing strategies, struggling to establish boundaries, putting off hiring, turning down bigger opportunities, and falling back into old systems simply because they're familiar.The conversation also explores why you don't need to know every step before you begin. Growth starts with taking the first step, trusting that you're resourceful enough to find the next one, and being willing to ask for help along the way.You'll learn how looking at evidence, facts, and real business data can help you challenge fear-based stories and make decisions with greater confidence.If you've been standing on the edge of a new opportunity wondering whether you're ready, this episode is your reminder: you don't need the entire path figured out. You just need the courage to take the first step.In this episode, we cover:What your comfort zone really is and why familiarity feels safeWhy meaningful growth requires stepping into the unknownHow fear and doubt keep designers repeating familiar patternsTaking the first step without knowing the entire pathSetting stronger boundaries and changing how you run projectsSaying yes to opportunities that can expand your design careerMoving past the fear of hiring and asking for helpUsing evidence, financial data, and facts to challenge fearBecoming aware of the inner voice that creates limiting storiesHow one courageous decision can change your business and your lifeShow notes are available at interiordesignbusinessacademy.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademyFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy

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Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.In this episode, Dr. Christine Li welcomes transformation leader Megan Blacksmith to discuss the power of "doing it scared" when growth feels daunting and comfort is holding you back. Together, they explore why waiting for the “right time” is often a trap, the ways our subconscious beliefs keep us stuck, and how to proactively choose transformation before circumstances force your hand. Megan Blacksmith shares personal stories, actionable strategies from NLP, and inspiration for taking bold steps—even when fear is present—so you can break through plateaus and move toward your next level of success.Timestamps00:00:00 Dr. Christine Li introduces the episode theme of "do it scared" and guest Megan Blacksmith00:03:06 Dr. Christine Li kicks off the discussion about doing things scared; asks Megan Blacksmith for insights00:03:32 Megan Blacksmith describes her journey and pattern of change involving big life shifts00:05:55 Megan Blacksmith reflects on proactively choosing growth instead of being forced into it00:07:03 Megan Blacksmith shares importance of leaving comfort to grow and taking uncomfortable steps00:08:47 Megan Blacksmith describes realizing time wasn't the issue, but fear of taking steps was00:11:27 Megan Blacksmith gives example of her mother doing something scary at nearly 8000:13:16 Megan Blacksmith shares the universal model of change and the cycle between comfort, discomfort, and growth00:17:22 Megan Blacksmith discusses recognizing plateaus as signs of deeper growth needed00:19:25 Megan Blacksmith describes her own proactive approach to preparing for growth by having tough conversations00:22:41 Megan Blacksmith on accepting negative outcomes to move forward bravely00:24:34 Dr. Christine Li and Megan Blacksmith discuss the myth of time as an obstacle and uncovering deeper fears00:27:33 Megan Blacksmith explains NLP and its role in uncovering and rewriting subconscious beliefs00:31:18 Megan Blacksmith describes certification programs and her own "do it scared" leap to expand her events00:37:01 Megan Blacksmith offers a special gift and how listeners can access her resources00:38:09 Dr. Christine Li repeats the free podcast link and encourages listeners to reach out00:39:05 Dr. Christine Li closes the episode and gives contact info for feedbackTo get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/doitscaredTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab Connect with Us!Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab                       Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPMegan BlacksmithWebsite: http://blacksmithtrainingco.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlacksmithTrainingCoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blacksmith_training_co/

Every parent wants confident kids.But what if confidence isn't something parents can simply give their children?In Episode 164 of High Performance Parenting, Greg Francis and his daughter Crissy close out their Champion Mindset series with an important parenting lesson:Confidence isn't built by compliments. It's built by competence.Crissy looks back at several experiences her parents pushed her toward—even when she was scared, resistant, or didn't understand why.Joining the worship team.Starting Super Kids.Trying out for varsity tennis.Each experience initially felt uncomfortable.But on the other side of that discomfort was growth.In this episode, you'll discover:When parents should push children beyond their comfort zonesWhy fear can masquerade as wisdomHow competence creates lasting confidenceWhy children sometimes need parents to see beyond their immediate feelingsHelping kids deal with people who don't understand or approve of themRaising kids who are comfortable standing outHow teens can communicate honestly with their parentsWhy parents need to own mistakes and apologizeHow to stretch kids without damaging the relationshipWhy your child needs opportunities to discover what they're capable ofCrissy shares that she was extremely nervous about joining the worship team, starting her business, and trying out for varsity tennis—but now she is grateful that her parents didn't allow fear to make those decisions for her.She also offers parents an important warning: when you raise kids to pursue higher standards, not everyone around them will understand or approve. Parents need to help children navigate that rather than teaching them that everyone has to like them.Your child doesn't need an easier life.They need more opportunities to discover:“I can do hard things.”Subscribe to High Performance Parenting as we help parents raise champion children in a crazy world.#HighPerformanceParenting #ChristianParenting #ConfidentKids #ParentingTeens #RaiseChampionKids(00:00) - Raising Kids Who Won't Always Fit In (00:54) - Intro (01:36) - When Kids Actually Apply What You Teach (03:04) - Why Parents Sometimes Need to Push (03:28) - Getting Outside the Comfort Zone (04:54) - Starting Super Kids Before Feeling Ready (05:36) - Pushing Through Fear in Sports (06:26) - Fear Can Masquerade as Wisdom (07:09) - Advice for Parents Raising Champion Kids (07:52) - Teaching Kids to Stand Out (09:44) - Advice for Teenagers (10:32) - Why Teens Need Honest Conversations With Parents (12:06) - When Parents Need to Apologize (12:56) - Creating a Culture of Growth (13:25) - Confidence Comes From Competence (14:10) - Let Kids Struggle and Grow (15:18) - Start With One Change (16:01) - What Is Super Kids?

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What do you do when you don't have a plan, but you know you can't stay where you are?Six years ago today, I hit publish on the first episode of Unblocked. I didn't have a business yet. I didn't have an outline. I just knew I was about to turn 40 and I did not want to feel the way I felt for one more year.This episode is unscripted, a little all over the place, and exactly what I wanted it to be. I'm celebrating 176 episodes, the name of this podcast, and the version of me who quit a stable job with zero guarantee any of this would work.I talk about why I named this show Unblocked. I tell you about the year it took me to actually leave my 9-to-5. And I get honest about where the podcast is headed next.If you're a high achiever sitting on a "someday" — someday I'll start the thing, someday I'll leave the thing, someday I'll trust myself enough — this episode is your permission slip. I didn't have it all "figured out," and I did it anyway.Ready to work on this for real? Grab a free consult at jessicasmarro.com, or join us in the Do The Thing community on Facebook.ENJOYING THE SHOW?Subscribe/Follow so you never miss an episode!Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help other growth-minded listeners find the show.RESOURCES:Order my #1 New Release book In Pursuit Get your complimentary copy of The Unblocked Journal to help bring awareness to perfectionist thinking and what it's creating in your life.Join My Do The Thing Community - join the group and drop your questions from the podSTAY CONNECTED:Follow me on Facebook & Instagram: @jessicasmarroShare this episode and tag me with what landed for youLet's Get Unblocked!

Send us Fan MailWhy do we sometimes stop ourselves from growing—even when we know what we should do?In this episode of The Kapeel Gupta Career PodShow, we explore the hidden patterns behind self-sabotage, fear of failure, fear of judgment, comfort zones, overthinking and self-doubt.Especially for students and young professionals, thoughts like “What if I fail?”, “What will people say?” or “Maybe I'm not ready yet” can quietly influence career decisions and keep opportunities out of reach.Discover how to recognise these patterns, challenge limiting beliefs and start taking small but meaningful actions towards your growth.

In this week's Quicky of the Self Love Podcast, Kim explores the powerful relationship between comfort, courage and personal growth. While our comfort zones can provide safety and rest, Kim reminds us that it is not conducive to growth, and that many of life's most meaningful experiences begin with discomfort and uncertainty. Kim challenges us… Continue reading SLP 613: Self Love Quicky – The Magic Lies Outside Your Comfort Zone The post SLP 613: Self Love Quicky – The Magic Lies Outside Your Comfort Zone appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

In Part 1 of our conversation with Austin Cairns, Jim Ellermeyer explores how a shy kid who wasn't sure what he wanted to do began creating a path toward broadcasting. Austin grew up in Carnegie, Pennsylvania, attending a small high school where opportunities could be limited. Then the COVID-19 pandemic arrived during his high school years. Remote learning, isolation, uncertainty, fear for his frontline-worker parents, and spending most of his time at home left Austin feeling increasingly complacent and unsure about what came next. A seemingly ordinary moment with his father changed his perspective. While watching ESPN together, Austin's father told him he could imagine his son working in television. Austin didn't immediately believe him. At the time, he considered himself shy and struggled to imagine speaking comfortably into a microphone, much less appearing on camera. But Austin tried. He started looking for opportunities wherever he could find them. His first announcing experience came introducing his high school's marching band during football halftime. That small opportunity connected him with his first mentor in broadcasting and eventually led to announcing more school sports. Austin also began creating his own practice. He muted television broadcasts and attempted play-by-play himself. He practiced wrestling commentary. He cut mock promos. He recorded his voice and listened back, even when hearing himself made him cringe. That discomfort became part of the education. Jim and Austin discuss the importance of repetition, getting outside the comfort zone, learning through failure, and being willing to ask, “How can I improve this?” Austin also reflects on the people who helped him move forward, including his family and Pittsburgh broadcasting mentor Alby Oxenreiter. A relationship that began with Austin listening closely to an experienced broadcaster eventually developed into a moment where Austin was asked to take the lead himself. Underlying the entire conversation is something central to Fishing Without Bait: we don't have to wait until we feel completely ready before taking action. Sometimes the first step is simply trying. Subscribe to Fishing Without Bait on your favorite podcast player and follow the conversation as Austin Cairns continues sharing how he got here from there. Support the podcast and receive ad-free episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/fishingwithoutbait Continue your own mindfulness practice with “Learn to Fish Without Bait: A 365-Day Mindfulness Journal and Adult Coloring Book”: https://www.lulu.com/shop/james-ellermeyer-lpc-ma-ncc-lpc/learn-to-fish-without-bait/paperback/product-6n9rd8.html?page=1&pageSize=4

In Part 1 of our conversation with Austin Cairns, Jim Ellermeyer explores how a shy kid who wasn't sure what he wanted to do began creating a path toward broadcasting. Austin grew up in Carnegie, Pennsylvania, attending a small high school where opportunities could be limited. Then the COVID-19 pandemic arrived during his high school years. Remote learning, isolation, uncertainty, fear for his frontline-worker parents, and spending most of his time at home left Austin feeling increasingly complacent and unsure about what came next. A seemingly ordinary moment with his father changed his perspective. While watching ESPN together, Austin's father told him he could imagine his son working in television. Austin didn't immediately believe him. At the time, he considered himself shy and struggled to imagine speaking comfortably into a microphone, much less appearing on camera. But Austin tried. He started looking for opportunities wherever he could find them. His first announcing experience came introducing his high school's marching band during football halftime. That small opportunity connected him with his first mentor in broadcasting and eventually led to announcing more school sports. Austin also began creating his own practice. He muted television broadcasts and attempted play-by-play himself. He practiced wrestling commentary. He cut mock promos. He recorded his voice and listened back, even when hearing himself made him cringe. That discomfort became part of the education. Jim and Austin discuss the importance of repetition, getting outside the comfort zone, learning through failure, and being willing to ask, “How can I improve this?” Austin also reflects on the people who helped him move forward, including his family and Pittsburgh broadcasting mentor Alby Oxenreiter. A relationship that began with Austin listening closely to an experienced broadcaster eventually developed into a moment where Austin was asked to take the lead himself. Underlying the entire conversation is something central to Fishing Without Bait: we don't have to wait until we feel completely ready before taking action. Sometimes the first step is simply trying. Subscribe to Fishing Without Bait on your favorite podcast player and follow the conversation as Austin Cairns continues sharing how he got here from there. Support the podcast and receive ad-free episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/fishingwithoutbait Continue your own mindfulness practice with “Learn to Fish Without Bait: A 365-Day Mindfulness Journal and Adult Coloring Book”: https://www.lulu.com/shop/james-ellermeyer-lpc-ma-ncc-lpc/learn-to-fish-without-bait/paperback/product-6n9rd8.html?page=1&pageSize=4

The fastest way to get better at speaking may be to stop speaking and watch from the audience.A summer filled with conferences and clients revealed what makes a presentation memorable, and what makes it fall flat. From missing speaker introductions to a last-minute emergency, every moment offered a lesson.You'll also hear why AI-written speeches can sound bland, how to bring more personality to your message, and why rescheduling a coaching call can lead to a much stronger presentation.You'll learn:Why a strong speaker introduction matters, so the audience feels excited before the presentation beginsHow to prepare for a speaker emergency, so you can become the person meeting planners call when plans changeWhy AI-generated speeches often sound “generic store brand ice cream vanilla,” so you can make your message sound like youHow to build a speech that takes the audience through an experience, so your ideas are easier to rememberWhy choosing something hard can pull you out of autopilot, so you feel proud of what you're capable of doingPick your hard. Do it anyway. And feel proud when you finish.>>> To learn more about the 2 Month Intensive and get your personalized Signature Speech written book a call to learn more at https://speakandstandout.com/speaker-success>>> To learn more about INDSS done on your time frame, https://speakandstandout.com/offer-indss>>>To get on the email list and here about the SPECIAL OFFER, sign up here https://speakandstandout.com/news

What if the outrage, the resistance, and the endless exposure of darkness are exactly what those in power are counting on — and what if the most radical act available to you is simply doing your own internal work instead? Aaron and Alexander use real-world events, conspiracy culture, and the philosophy's polarity vs. duality framework to explore how perception shapes reality far more than individual thoughts do, and why fighting an enemy always costs more than strengthening your own field. This is a grounded, clear-eyed conversation for anyone wrestling with how to stay informed without being consumed, how to care without losing themselves, and how to take meaningful action without feeding the very machine they're trying to dismantle.

What does it take to become an elite center forward in modern water polo? In this episode of the Waterpolo Expert Talk, Greek international Konstantinos Kakaris shares insights into his development from a young swimmer who found swimming “boring” to becoming one of Europe's established center forwards. We talk about the evolution of the center position, how the new water polo rules are changing the game and why Kakaris believes leg strength is responsible for 70–80 percent of a center's game. He also explains why giving your best every single day is about much more than physical development – it creates the mindset needed for an elite career. Finally, we look at his journey beyond Greece and how playing abroad, adapting to different coaches and teammates, and constantly stepping outside his comfort zone helped him grow as both a player and a person.

 Have you ever looked around at your life and thought: "This can't be it." Not because your life is bad. Not because you're ungrateful. But because somewhere deep inside, you know you're meant for more. More joy. More connection. More peace. More authenticity. More aliveness. Many women spend years settling for situations they've outgrown. Not because they don't know better, but because settling happens slowly. We adapt. We tolerate. We convince ourselves things are "fine" while quietly feeling disconnected from ourselves. In this episode of Cacao Conversations, we're exploring why we settle, what it costs us, and how to recognize the places in our lives where we've accepted less than what truly nourishes us. We talk about: the subtle ways we settle what we're tolerating that no longer fits why fear keeps us stuck comfort zones and hidden costs self-worth and self-trust the difference between gratitude and settling remembering what's possible choosing a life that feels aligned instead of merely acceptable Because the goal isn't perfection. The goal is a life that feels true. And sometimes the first step toward creating something new is being honest about what is no longer enough. New episodes of Cacao Conversations drop weekly. Sip. Connect. Awaken. Hey! Thanks for listening! If you liked this episode, please send us a message. We'd love to hear from you!Your cup is full, your journey awaits. Let's sip, chat, and transform together. Find out more at https://www.bodyandsoulevents.love/ Julietta Wenzel Founder of Body & Soul Ministries, Julietta is a healer, guide, and visionary dedicated to helping others remember their true selves and step into their authentic power. With a background as a physical therapist turned spiritual practitioner, she combines individual healing sessions, sacred ceremonies, and transformative retreats to guide her community toward joy, fulfillment, and alignment. https://bodyandsoulministries.love/ Instagram: @bodyandsoulministries Dorice Ross Elder of Body & Soul Ministries, Dorice is a healer, educator, and guide devoted to supporting others in remembering their divinity and lived experience of Oneness. With a background in physical therapy and university-level teaching, her path has always bridged the body, mind, and spirit. Rooted in both psychology and energy healing, and inspired by diverse spiritual traditions, Dorice creates safe, compassionate spaces where healing unfolds naturally. Her work is guided by love, deep listening, and trust in the wisdom of Source.  Instagram: @rossdoriceShine bright and have a magical day!Julietta & Dorice

How do you get out of your comfort zone when comfort has become part of your everyday life? In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden explores how to get out of your comfort zone, embrace discomfort, and develop the mindset required for personal growth and continuous improvement.Modern convenience has made many parts of life easier, but too much comfort can also create complacency, stagnation, and resistance to change. Michael explains why becoming comfortable with discomfort can build resilience, strengthen your mindset, and help you take action toward the future you want.You'll learn why awareness is the first step to changing your habits, how consistency helps you become stronger through challenges, and why time management and proactive effort are essential for personal development.Michael also explores the difference between simply maintaining your current life and intentionally creating progress. If you're feeling stuck, comfortable, or uncertain about your next step, this episode will challenge you to leave your comfort zone and start taking meaningful action.Growth rarely happens where everything feels comfortable. Sometimes the discomfort you're avoiding is the growth you've been looking for. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN How to get out of your comfort zone  Why comfort can prevent personal growth  How embracing discomfort builds resilience  Why complacency can lead to stagnation  How consistency makes discomfort easier to handle  Why time management matters for personal growth  How to turn dreams into action  Why continuous improvement requires effort  How to develop a proactive mindset  How preparation and action can create a better future KEY TAKEAWAYS✅ Comfort can become a barrier to personal growth.✅ Awareness is necessary before meaningful change can happen.✅ Embracing discomfort builds resilience.✅ Consistency makes challenging situations easier to handle.✅ Complacency can lead to stagnation and missed opportunities.✅ Time is one of your most valuable resources.✅ Taking action turns ideas and dreams into progress.✅ Continuous improvement requires intentional effort.✅ Preparation helps you respond better to future challenges.✅ Growth requires you to challenge yourself beyond what feels comfortable.RESOURCESRead the Full Blog: https://www.revenconcepts.com/cost-of-staying-comfortable/EXPLORE MORE WITH MICHAEL REARDEN|Website - https://revenconcepts.com/Podcast Library - https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/WORK WITH MICHAEL REARDEN - https://www.revenconcepts.com/If this episode challenged you to rethink your comfort zone, follow and download Coaching In Session so you never miss a new episode. Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement to take action, embrace discomfort, and continue growing.Send us a MessageSupport the showWebsite: www.Revenconcepts.comEmail: Coachinginsession@gmail.comYoutube: @RevenconceptsDon't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast with others who would benefit from it!

Doing nothing can feel safe.But staying in the same place also carries a cost.In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down why avoiding risk can quietly limit your income, your opportunities, and your long-term potential.Most people only calculate what they could lose by taking action.They rarely calculate what they could lose by waiting.Years of delayed decisions can compound just as powerfully as years of execution.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why inaction is still a decision with financial consequences• How staying comfortable can create long-term opportunity costs• Why calculated risk should be compared against the risk of never trying• How taking action builds confidence, experience, and greater control over your incomeThe truth is simple:Waiting has a price.Fear has a price.Comfort has a price.At some point, you have to decide whether the certainty of staying where you are is worth sacrificing what you could potentially build.Run the numbers.Take calculated risks.Execute the idea.The only way to discover what you are capable of creating is to finally start.Stop paying the debt of inaction.Start collecting the returns of execution.Your Network is your NETWORTH!Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQLinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.comFREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com

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What if your podiatry degree could give you more than a career? What if it could give you a completely different life? Australian podiatrist Jason McAninly decided to find out.Jason left Melbourne to live and work in Bermuda for Bermuda Podiatry, and what started as an overseas job opportunity has turned into something much bigger. He's become part of the local community, played cricket, travelled regularly to New York and Europe, attended international conferences, built new professional connections and discovered opportunities that simply wouldn't have appeared if he'd stayed home.And here's the interesting part: Bermuda wasn't even the original plan.In this episode, Jason and I talk about what it's really like to pack up your podiatry career and take it overseas. We discuss the realities of working as a podiatrist in Bermuda, the differences in healthcare, the cost of living, the lifestyle, the surprisingly strong similarities between Bermudian and Australian culture, and why working overseas has been one of the best decisions Jason has ever made.We also get into something much bigger than Bermuda.How many podiatrists are limiting their careers simply because they're afraid to leave what's familiar?Your podiatry degree doesn't have to lock you into one clinic, one town or even one country. There are opportunities for podiatrists all over the world, and sometimes saying yes to something unexpected can introduce you to people, places and possibilities you never knew existed.Jason's experience is also a great lesson in becoming part of the community instead of simply living in it. From cricket and community events to a 40-kilometre fundraising walk across Bermuda, he hasn't just moved overseas for work. He's built a life there.We also talk about:Why Jason originally wanted to work overseas and how Bermuda eventually appeared on his radarWhat podiatry is really like in Bermuda compared with AustraliaWhy podiatrists in Bermuda need to become more of a clinical “one-stop shop”The opportunities an Australian podiatry qualification can create internationallyWhy Jason believes working overseas is a no-brainer if the right opportunity comes alongWhy community involvement transformed Jason's experience of BermudaHow international conferences and travel have expanded his professional networkWhy sometimes the best career decision starts with saying, “Why the hell not?”If you've ever wondered what it would be like to work overseas, you're early in your podiatry career, you're feeling stuck where you are, or you simply need a reminder of how many possibilities your qualification can create, this episode might have you looking at a world map very differently.Your podiatry degree isn't just a qualification. It could also be your passport to the world.If you'd like to learn more about working in Bermuda, please reach out to Bermuda Podiatry.For additional show notes, please visit the Podiatry Legends Podcast WebsiteConnect With MeIf you'd like to learn more about being a guest on the show, having a fully sponsored episode or simply sponsoring the podcast, my best email address is tyson@podiatrylegends.com.And if you've enjoyed this episode, I'd really appreciate it if you left a review on your favourite podcast platform. Reviews help other podiatrists discover the podcast and let me know you're enjoying what I'm putting together each week.Have you read my book? It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry

Everyone tells you to get out of your comfort zone. Almost nobody tells you what to physically do on a Tuesday morning.Neil Thubron spent thirty years at IBM, from typewriter engineer to senior executive, before leaving to build his own coaching practice. He also became the first Briton to win the 300 mile Yukon Arctic Ultra, a self-supported race across frozen Canadian wilderness where competitors risk frostbite and amputation. He entered it roughly ten weeks before the start, then began training. In this conversation Neil breaks down the method behind that. How to find the actual border of your comfort zone, why you will never feel ready in advance, and how putting a date on something forces the preparation that makes it possible. We also get into what he does when everything goes wrong at once, and why legacy is not a retirement project but something you are already building in the conversations you are having this week.What we cover:-The three sentences that tell you where your comfort zone ends-Why "I'm not that type of person" is a decision, not a fact-Entering first and training second, and why the deadline does the work-Fear as preparation rather than obstacle-Controlling the controllables when everything breaks at once-Why the people who leave a legacy behind were never trying toConnect with Neil:Website and free book: https://neilthubron.com/Listen and Watch:YouTube: https://youtu.be/orWwdNPBxokSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1MLG6smhbhJ9YiuYSJyJAwWant to be a guest:Head to https://journeytolegacypodcast.com/ and hit the green Get Interviewed button.

Legacy: What's SHE Up To Now Day 3131? Supersize Challenges, AI, Ideas, Comfort Zone...! Join us every day in 2026 for a quick challenge that is all about you Improving and creating the life you want! https://www.facebook.com/ThrivingSharon Ask your questions and share your wisdom! #supersize #lessonslearned #missedopportunities #decisionmaking #beabetteryou #personalgrowth #developskills #uncoverwhatis #giving #coaching #scaling #supersizechallenges #howcanIhelp #contribution #AI #coaching #exhausted #burnout #skoolcommunity #community #spirit #communityspirit #spiritualfilter #supersizechallenges #beselective #practicetwist #gratitude #negativeexperiences #comfortzone #supersizechallenges #legacy Reflecting on your legacy is essential for long-term growth. See how nine years of documenting progress changes your perspective. Creating a long-term video archive forces you to confront supersized challenges head-on. This reflection is for anyone who has felt the pressure of consistent creation and wants to understand how regular self-documentation shapes your personal identity over time. By looking back at years of footage, you gain clarity on your evolution and the habits that stick. Showing up on camera becomes an automatic part of your routine once you push past the initial friction. This process highlights how tracking your personal progress helps you navigate difficult seasons. Whether you are a creator or just documenting your life, these insights offer a grounded look at what it takes to build a lasting body of work. Subscribe for weekly creative reflection breakdowns, and comment on the biggest challenge you have faced this year. 0:00 Nine Years of Daily Commitment 1:12 Defining Your Personal Legacy 2:32 Mastering the SOAP Framework 4:54 Stretching Your Comfort Zone

Legacy: What's SHE Up To Now Day 3131? Supersize Challenges, AI, Ideas, Comfort Zone...! Join us every day in 2026 for a quick challenge that is all about you Improving and creating the life you want! https://www.facebook.com/ThrivingSharon Ask your questions and share your wisdom! #supersize #lessonslearned #missedopportunities #decisionmaking #beabetteryou #personalgrowth #developskills #uncoverwhatis #giving #coaching #scaling #supersizechallenges #howcanIhelp #contribution #AI #coaching #exhausted #burnout #skoolcommunity #community #spirit #communityspirit #spiritualfilter #supersizechallenges #beselective #practicetwist #gratitude #negativeexperiences #comfortzone #supersizechallenges #legacy Reflecting on your legacy is essential for long-term growth. See how nine years of documenting progress changes your perspective. Creating a long-term video archive forces you to confront supersized challenges head-on. This reflection is for anyone who has felt the pressure of consistent creation and wants to understand how regular self-documentation shapes your personal identity over time. By looking back at years of footage, you gain clarity on your evolution and the habits that stick. Showing up on camera becomes an automatic part of your routine once you push past the initial friction. This process highlights how tracking your personal progress helps you navigate difficult seasons. Whether you are a creator or just documenting your life, these insights offer a grounded look at what it takes to build a lasting body of work. Subscribe for weekly creative reflection breakdowns, and comment on the biggest challenge you have faced this year. 0:00 Nine Years of Daily Commitment 1:12 Defining Your Personal Legacy 2:32 Mastering the SOAP Framework 4:54 Stretching Your Comfort Zone

Host Branden Hudson opens Champ Talk with a request to like, subscribe, comment, and review, then welcomes guest Shanza Ghazanffer, an SBY MMA member with an undergrad in psychology and a master's in Applied Behavior Analysis from Walden University, who works with children (including kids with autism) and is involved in community foundations. They discuss her background growing up on a chicken farm, her CNA work during COVID (including getting COVID three times and isolating in hotels to protect her family), and how COVID accelerated virtual life and shortened attention spans. They explore limiting children's screen time, overstimulating modern cartoons, and ABA concepts (antecedent-behavior-consequence). The conversation shifts to Islam, radicalization, misinformation, and the need to read primary sources like the Quran, plus views on U.S. immigration, polarization, and politics. Shanza plugs Big Dreamers ABA and upcoming autism-related events.00:00 Welcome and Support01:15 Meet Shanza02:19 MMA Training Story03:55 Education and CNA Work05:00 COVID Impacts09:21 Generations and TikTok11:07 Housing and Growth14:07 Small Business Reality15:25 Kids and Screen Time16:41 Parenting Boundaries20:04 Behavior Analysis Basics23:37 Breaking Phone Habits24:53 Phone Addiction Guilt25:29 Comfort Zone vs Growth26:47 Switching to Faith Talk28:19 Quran Context and Charity29:26 Mamdani and Socialism Debate33:23 Muslims and American Life36:06 Calling Out Extremism40:03 Read the Source Message42:26 Immigration and Shared Values45:20 Gaza Iran and Regime Change49:36 Final Thanks and Plugs

Do you ever find your feelings clashing with what you believe God has called you to do?In today's episode, we unpack the courage it takes to follow God's direction even when our emotions are pulling us in another direction. Together, we'll learn from the story of Joshua and the Israelites. How stepping into new seasons can feel daunting, but how God's presence and command are greater than our doubts or discomforts. We'll explore practical ways to choose strength and trust, no matter how uncertain the journey ahead may be.Let's come together as a community to pray for boldness and trust, committing our worries to God and leaning on His promises through every season of change.Tap HERE to send us a text! Our podcast family is growing - introducing Men's Morning Devotional! Our dad, Steve Alessi, and all of our husbands are now hosting their own 5 minute devotionals every weekday - for men who want to become better husbands, fathers, and leaders! Listen, follow and subscribe here - MensMorningDevotional.comSupport the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? Welcome! We're four sisters - Stephanie, Lauren, Gaby, and Richelle - and our family works together at Metro Life Church in Miami, FL. We're so blessed to produce this daily devotional podcast for you and continue the great work done by the show's founder, Alison Delamota.We pray these devotions will help you to grow in your faith, and that you'll join us every weekday for a morning prayer and some time in God's Word! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the showShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

There is a tension between modern trend in centralising C2 (to govern the best use of resources) versus the now largely historical reliance on 'mission command'. Solutions are confounding Western commanders: according to Eva Sula there are additional dilemmas that are arising from the evolution of C2 in combat conditions – not least of which is how to import, verify, and use the vast data sets that each sovereign state holds (and is not releasing). The gap between political - and military – proclamations about co-operation, collaboration, and federation and the reality of sharing data, system information, and national controls is making the very idea of shared situational awareness less than feasible. The lessons from Ukraine (and from Russia) in evolving C2 systems are clear but it is also apparent that C2 will have to work outside areas of connectivity. Very large areas. And none of that is dealing with the absence of human agency in decision-making that US, Israeli, and Russian C2 systems have built in to the baseline operating systems. The tensions being exposed in C2 are now multi-faceted and appear to be growing. Many are appreciated, some ignored. It is, according to Eva, beyond the human comfort zone.

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What does a nonlinear career by design look like? For Lisa Davis, a former Fortune 100 executive, it meant intentionally building an executive career that spanned the U.S. Marshals Service, Georgetown University, Intel and Blue Shield of California. As a technology executive, she carried her experience into new industries, with continuous learning as the throughline.Lisa talks with host Natalie Benamou about the need for technology expertise in the boardroom, combined with an understanding of people, talent and building relationships. Together they explore why women's stories need to be amplified.This is your go-to-conversation and will guide you as you plan a career pivot, pursuing a board role or moving into a new industry. Find out how you can move out of your comfort zone into intentional growth.Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.About Lisa DavisLisa Davis is the Founder and CEO of Davis Core Advisory, a CIO Hall of Fame inductee, corporate board director, and former Fortune 100 executive. She advises CEOs and boards on AI, digital transformation, and leadership, and is the author of The Only Woman in the Room, helping leaders thrive through change with grit and purpose.Website: http://www.daviscoreadvisory.com/Instagram: @withlisadavis Substack: @thelisadavis HerCsuite® is a leadership network where women build what's next. Our members land board roles, grow businesses, lead the AI conversation, and live their best portfolio career with our programs. Join Natalie Benamou and become a member HerCsuite.com, or connect with Natalie Benamou, Founder + CEO on LinkedIn.

As parents, it's tempting to step back when our children seem reluctant to try something new.But sometimes they don't need us to stop encouraging them.They need us to keep believing in them until they believe in themselves.This week, I'm sharing a moment with my son Charlie that reminded me how powerful gentle persistence can be.Follow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe'd love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Your Comfort Zone Keeping You From the More God Has for You? Is your comfort zone keeping you from fully stepping into what God is calling you to do? It's easy to stay where life feels safe, familiar, and manageable. But sometimes our desire to stay comfortable becomes the very thing that keeps us from obeying God, growing in our faith, and experiencing what He wants to do in us and through us. In this episode of Confident Christian Influence, Pam shares her own journey from being terrified to speak in front of a handful of women to speaking to hundreds and even thousands, writing a book, becoming a Christian leadership coach, hosting a podcast, and now stepping outside her comfort zone again to launch a nonprofit. You'll discover three important truths about stepping outside your comfort zone: The good stuff often happens outside your comfort zone. When God calls you beyond what you can comfortably accomplish in your own strength, you have the opportunity to depend on His strength and experience Him working through you. It's not about you—it's about Him. Instead of focusing on whether you're qualified, afraid, or capable, you can shift your focus to God's plan, His purpose, His strength, and His glory. Your comfort zone expands every time you choose courage and obedience. The things that scare you today may become the very experiences God uses to prepare you for what He asks you to do tomorrow. You don't have to make one giant leap. Sometimes God is simply asking you to take the next small step of faith and trust Him to meet you there. Today's step outside your comfort zone can become tomorrow's evidence that God can be trusted. So ask yourself: Where have I gotten too comfortable? What is my comfort zone costing me? And is fear keeping me from something I know God is asking me to do? If you've been struggling with fear, stepping outside your comfort zone, trusting God, finding courage, following God's calling, Christian leadership, or taking your next step of faith, this episode will encourage you to stop allowing your limitations to determine your obedience and trust God with what happens when you say yes. In This Episode How to step outside your comfort zone and trust God Why obedience to God sometimes requires getting uncomfortable How fear can keep you from following God's calling Why focusing on your limitations keeps you stuck How to depend on God's strength instead of your own How small steps of courage expand your comfort zone What it means to “do it afraid” as a Christian How God uses uncomfortable situations to grow your faith and leadership How to recognize when comfort may be keeping you from your next step Ready to Grow in Your Christian Leadership? If you're ready to be stretched, grow in your faith, and become the leader God is calling you to be, learn more about Called to Lead: Clarity, Confidence, and Christ-Centered Influence at pampegram.com/calledtolead.

“Over time, what works is truly showing up in a way where you actually care, you're actually trying to give value.” In a culture that rewards boldness and visibility, quieter voices can be easy to overlook. But Susan Cain, a former Wall Street lawyer, negotiation consultant, and bestselling author of Quiet and Bittersweet, argues that introverts bring powerful strengths to communication and leadership, from deep listening to thoughtful reflection. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Cain joins Matt Abrahams to explore how introverts can communicate with confidence without pretending to be extroverts. From overcoming speaking anxiety to embracing quiet leadership, she shares how sincerity and self-awareness can help us show up at our best.Key Takeaways:Introversion is a strength, not a limitation. Deep listening, thoughtful reflection, and strong one-on-one relationships can make quieter communicators highly effective leaders, even when those qualities are less visible.Confidence doesn't require changing who you are. By gradually building comfort in challenging situations and communicating with sincerity, you can become more confident while staying true to your natural communication style.Activity:Redesign a meeting. Choose one recurring meeting and change one element to make space for quieter voices. Try sending questions in advance, adding silent thinking time, or using Susan's think-pair-share approach before opening the discussion to the group.To listen to the extended Deep Thinks version of this episode, please visit FasterSmarter.io/premium.Episode Reference Links:Susan CainSusan's Books: Quiet / BittersweetEp.69 Feeling Nervous? How Anxiety Can Fuel Better Communication Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (01:01) - The Extrovert Ideal (04:28) - Introversion vs. Anxiety (06:16) - Building Confidence (09:00) - Quiet Leadership (10:11) - Introvert-Friendly Workplaces (13:29) - Vulnerability and Trust (16:40) - The Final Three Questions (21:47) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.Unleash your Superhuman potential with AI that meets you where you work. Learn more at superhuman.comJoin our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

How do you leave your comfort zone when your automatic brain treats the unfamiliar like danger? Dr. Charles Glassman joins Mike Vera to explain what he calls the Automatic Brain, why he believes familiarity can keep us stuck, and how repeated exposure may help us respond more deliberately instead of letting fear choose for us.

Although we typically focus on the bright side of being independent cartoonists, a listener asks us to address the downside of webcomics. We'll talk about time management, burnout, financial insecurity, and reader interactions. Then we realize that all those drawbacks have one very important thing in common — and it's not what you'd expect! TODAY'S SHOW ComicLab gets someone engaged! The worst parts of being a webcartoonist. Creativity isn't always consistent. Success doesn't eliminate insecurity. The business work never disappears. Webcomics demand interaction. The drawbacks are the flip side of the benefits! Is the direct market disappearing? Grieve the comic-shop dream—and move forward. Getting outside your comfort zone. Comedy can strengthen dramatic storytelling. Beware the shiny object. You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.

If you're listening to Trammin', you probably like returning to Disneyland over and over again. There's definitely a sense of comfort there, brought on by cozy corners and quiet areas. During a loud and hectic trip, it's nice to settle into these little comfort zones. You may have some ideas on what yours are, and if it's not one of ours, write in about it for the next episode. For now, let's seek out our own little recesses of reprieve. Join Kirk & Rain as they zone out in a comfy cozy new episode of Trammin' - A Disneyland Podcast!Listen to full episodes every other Windsday and topic-only uploads on Big Thunder Thursdays!InstagramTrammin' - https://instagram.com/TramminPodcastChristian Rainwater - https://instagram.com/imrainwaterKirk - https://instagram.com/tramminkirkMusicLocal Forecast - Elevator Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Trammin' - The Disneylanders, Addy DaddyUsed with permission.Character Art & AnimationNadia Dar - https://nadsdardraws.carrd.co/Trammin.comTrammin' is written without the use of Artificial Intelligence.©Trammin' - A Disneyland Podcast

Phil Brown trains educators to build the kind of learning moments a curriculum can't schedule. As an experiential and adventure education trainer at High 5 Adventure Learning Center, he's guided everyone from Iraqi high schoolers working through conflict resolution to NHL players from the Boston Bruins and Calgary Flames through experiences designed to stretch — not break — them. He also serves on the board of the Association for Experiential Education and hosts the podcast Vertical Playpen, where he digs deeper into the theory and practice behind this work. Most principals have sat through a lesson that went exactly as planned and taught nobody anything. Phil Brown has the opposite story: a day where nothing went as planned, and it became the most important teaching moment of his career. This episode is about what happened in between — and why experiential education, not another curriculum map, might be the fix your campus actually needs.

If you're listening to Trammin', you probably like returning to Disneyland over and over again. There's definitely a sense of comfort there, brought on by cozy corners and quiet areas. During a loud and hectic trip, it's nice to settle into these little comfort zones. You may have some ideas on what yours are, and if it's not one of ours, write in about it for the next episode. For now, let's seek out our own little recesses of reprieve. Join Kirk & Rain as they zone out in a comfy cozy new episode of Trammin' - A Disneyland Podcast!Listen to full episodes every other Windsday and topic-only uploads on Big Thunder Thursdays!InstagramTrammin' - https://instagram.com/TramminPodcastChristian Rainwater - https://instagram.com/imrainwaterKirk - https://instagram.com/tramminkirkMusicLocal Forecast - Elevator Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Trammin' - The Disneylanders, Addy DaddyUsed with permission.Character Art & AnimationNadia Dar - https://nadsdardraws.carrd.co/Trammin.comTrammin' is written without the use of Artificial Intelligence.©Trammin' - A Disneyland Podcast

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when you stop waiting for the "perfect time" and start betting on yourself?In this episode of Inspired, Ashley Rice joins us after traveling all the way from Colorado to be on the podcast with Ms Amber Red, and the conversation quickly turns into so much more than just permanent makeup.We dive into why finding high-quality PMU training and the right mentor can dramatically shorten your learning curve, help you avoid expensive mistakes, and give you the confidence to grow your business faster than trying to figure everything out alone.Ashley also shares why she's stepping outside her comfort zone by pursuing a traditional body tattoo apprenticeship while continuing her career as a permanent makeup artist. We talk about overcoming fear, building new skills, saying yes to opportunities that feel intimidating, building a clientele in a new city, and why the biggest breakthroughs often happen when you push yourself beyond your comfort zone - and doing all of this with 4 kids! Super hero I know!In this episode we discuss:✨ Why investing in the right PMU education pays for itself.✨ The difference a mentor can make in your confidence and career.✨ Why staying comfortable can quietly hold you back.✨ Transitioning from permanent makeup into traditional tattooing.✨ The mindset shifts that separate artists who plateau from those who continue to grow.Whether you're thinking about becoming a permanent makeup artist, searching for the best PMU training, considering an apprenticeship, or simply looking for motivation to take your next big step, this episode is packed with honest conversations, real experiences, and plenty of laughs along the way.

In today's powerful homily, Fr. Daniel Klimek reflects on Jesus' invitation to leave our comfort zone, take up our cross, and follow Him more deeply.What cross are we actually willing to carry for Jesus?Fr. Daniel reminds us that fasting is not only about giving up food. Sometimes God invites us to fast from comfort, distractions, complaining, pride, resentment, selfish habits, and anything that weakens our communion with Christ.When we constantly avoid sacrifice, our comfort zone can slowly distance us from Jesus. The Christian life invites us instead to unite our daily struggles, sacrifices, and sufferings with the Cross.

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when God calls you to leave a comfortable life before showing you exactly where He is leading?In this episode of You Are More, I sit down with David Knapp, creator and host of On the Pen, for an honest conversation about fear, faith, purpose, and trusting God with an uncertain outcome.David's journey began after he was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and started taking Mounjaro. Wanting to understand the medication, he immersed himself in scientific literature, FDA documents, and emerging research about GLP-1 medications.When he realized few people were translating that complicated information into language patients could understand, he began sharing what he was learning.At the time, David was selling traffic signals and creating videos wherever he could—including inside his Ford Flex. Today, On the Pen is a top-rated podcast, and David has become one of the country's leading independent voices and patient advocates in the GLP-1 space.But this conversation is about so much more than David's professional success.We talk about the limiting belief that nearly kept him in a comfortable career, the moment he knew it was time to take a leap of faith, and how God used every part of his previous season to prepare him for what came next.David also shares what happened when he unexpectedly needed approximately $40,000 to close on a new studio—just as his largest podcast sponsor backed out. His wife and four children gathered around him to pray, and within 24 hours, every dollar they needed had been provided.This is a powerful reminder that experiencing fear does not mean we lack faith. Fear is an emotion, but cowardice is allowing fear to keep us from doing what God has asked us to do.Your fear may come with you, but it does not get to lead you.If you feel God calling you out of your comfort zone, this conversation will encourage you to remember His past faithfulness, pray bigger, take the next step, and trust Him with the outcome.In this episode, we discuss:• David's journey from Type 2 diabetes to GLP-1 advocacy• How On the Pen became a trusted podcast and platform• Leaving a comfortable career to follow God's calling• The difference between fear and cowardice• Why resistance is not always a sign to stop• Trusting God through financial and business uncertainty• The family prayer that preceded a $40,000 breakthrough• Teaching the next generation to pray big• Remembering God's faithfulness when facing a new giant• Believing that God is truly who He says He is• Using influence and opportunity for Kingdom impactConnect With Us:Website: https://www.youaremore.comJoin The 6AM Club Bible Study! Bible Study: https://www.youaremore.com/bible-study Free Download: 5 Steps to Win Through Adversity https://youaremorepodcast.com/store Social Media: Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/youaremorepodcast and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/amywienands/ Email: amy@amywienands.comCHAPTERS:00:00 Welcome and Meet David Knapp02:02 Honoring the Legacy of David's Father04:12 David's Type 2 Diabetes Diagnosis07:02 Why He Started Talking About GLP-1 Medications09:22 The Unexpected Growth of On the Pen12:06 Leaving the Comfort of a Successful Career15:10 Trusting God with an Uncertain Outcome18:34 Why God Calls Us Beyond the Familiar21:16 Knowing When It Was Time to Take the Leap24:24 How a Ten-Year Stepping Stone Prepared David27:08 Losing Funding and His Largest Podcast Sponsor30:12 A Family Prayer and a $40,000 Breakthrough33:16 Teaching His Children to Pray Big36:08 Remembering God's Faithfulness39:14 Stepping Out in Fear Instead of Cowardice42:14 Do You Believe God Is Who He Says He Is?45:18 God Created You for a Unique Purpose47:32 Take the Next Step and Watch God MoveIf this conversation encouraged you, subscribe to You Are More, leave a comment, and share it with someone who may be standing at the edge of their next step.Remember: you truly are more.Be intentional, stay focused, and remember you are more! 

You say you want more—but are your daily decisions leading you toward your vision or back to your comfort zone?In this episode of Mindset Mastery Moments, Dr. Alisa Whyte challenges the mindset that quietly keeps so many people stuck. If you've been delaying your dreams, waiting for the perfect time, or allowing fear to disguise itself as wisdom, this conversation is for you.Whether you're building a business while working full-time, pursuing a calling, or simply ready to step into your next level, you'll discover why discomfort isn't your enemy—it's the environment where growth, clarity, and transformation happen.Your purpose requires a version of you that comfort can never produce.In this episode, you'll learn: Why comfort is one of the biggest obstacles to growth  How to build your vision while working a full-time job  The difference between preparation and procrastination  Why resistance often signals growth—not failure  Practical steps to stop negotiating with your potential Remember: Your comfort zone has never seen your full potential.If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs this message today.Ready to start building your vision with a community of purpose-driven leaders, entrepreneurs, speakers, and change-makers?Join the FREE Dream Builders Think Tank community: https://www.skool.com/mindset-mastery-university-6166Send us Fan MailSupport the show

This week, I sat down with Cosmic RX founder Madi Murphy. I met her when I wandered into the coffee shop she owned in Brooklyn nearly a decade ago, and since then, she's launched her own show, The Cosmic RX, published her first book, and started a family. Madi's comeback began when she decided to leave behind her brick-and-mortar businesses, stepping out of her comfort zone and into what she calls the “Cosmic Zone.” We talk about her trademark dispute with Starbucks over a drink she created, the public backlash that followed, and how that experience ultimately became the catalyst for greater confidence, visibility, and a completely different life path. Plus, she breaks down Saturn cycles and transits, the importance of embodiment over endlessly consuming information, and trusting your own timing. SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: Learn more about Madi Murphy here Explore the Cosmic Revolution on Substack Follow Madi on Instagram: @iammadimurphy & @thecosmicrx Sign up for Madi Murphy's newsletter Listen to CosmicRx Radio with Madi Murphy Katie's Substack | Instagram: @letitouttt + @katiedalebout | Zine shop Explore my Creative Clinic If you liked this episode, try this one from the archive: Episode 335: But You're Still So Young, Redefining Our 30s with Kayleen Schaefer

Ever laid awake wondering if the business you've poured your heart into is going to get wiped out by a robot? Yeah, me too. And if you've felt that little knot of fear when another AI headline pops up on your feed, I want you to know you're not crazy and you're not alone. In this solo episode of The Happy Hustle Podcast, I get real about the thing everyone's whispering about but nobody wants to admit out loud. Is AI going to take our jobs, our businesses, our relevance? I break down why the biggest threat to you isn't AI at all. It's your comfort zone. It's staying stuck instead of adapting. This episode matters because so many of us are frozen in fear right now, and fear makes really bad business decisions. I wanted to give you a real, grounded way to think about this instead of just doom scrolling headlines. Here's what we get into. First, the fear is real and it's backed by data, but so is the opportunity. A Pew Research study found only 6% of workers think AI will create more opportunity for them long term, while 32% think it'll shrink their options. A 2026 Harris poll found 90% of job seekers have concerns about AI in the workplace. But flip the coin. 81% of hiring managers and entrepreneurs believe AI actually improves efficiency, and 79% say it frees up employee time. Same technology, same data, completely different story depending on your mindset. Second, AI cannot replace what makes you human. It can't build authentic trust. It can't lead people through uncertainty. It can't create real relationships or inspire a vision. That stuff is still, and always will be, a human job. Third, you're not going to lose your business to AI. You're going to lose it to someone who learned how to use AI better than you did. That one hit me hard when I really sat with it, and I think it'll hit you too. Fourth, treat AI like your intern, not your replacement. Let it learn you instead of stressing about learning it. Hand off the repetitive stuff, emails, meeting summaries, content ideas, research, so you can spend your recovered time and energy on deep thinking, family, faith, and the passions that actually make life feel good. Fifth, the most valuable skill in 2026 isn't coding or prompting. It's adaptability. It's humility. It's being willing to say I don't have this figured out yet and then taking action anyway. If you've been sitting on the sidelines wondering whether to lean into AI or run from it, this episode will give you the mindset shift and the practical first steps to start today. Go listen to the full episode at https://caryjack.com/podcastin/, and let's keep happy hustlin' together. Connect with Cary!https://www.instagram.com/caryjack/https://www.facebook.com/SirCaryJackhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cary-jack-kendzior/https://twitter.com/thehappyhustlehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFDNsD59tLxv2JfEuSsNMOQ/featured Get a copy of his new book, https://www.thehappyhustle.com/book Sign up for The Journey: 10 Days To Become a Happy Hustler Online Course @ https://thehappyhustle.com/thejourney/ Apply to the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventure @ https://thehappyhustle.com/mastermind/ “It's time to Happy Hustle, a blissfully balanced life you love, full of passion, purpose, and positive impact!” Episode Sponsors: Kiln Your environment shapes your energy and your results. That's why we're proud to partner with Kiln, a premium workspace experience designed to help you work smarter, connect with amazing people, and elevate your lifestyle. From co-working and private offices to meeting rooms and event spaces, Kiln (https://kiln.com/) has everything you need to thrive. 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