Podcasts about Compassion

Former bank robber Joe Loya reveals how childhood trauma transformed him into a prolific criminal — and how he found his way back. [Part 2 of 2 — catch up with Part 1 here!]Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1265What We Discuss with Joe Loya:Trauma fragments your sense of the future. When Joe kept robbing banks while out on bail, it wasn't recklessness — it was survival mode. Unprocessed trauma keeps you focused only on getting through today, unable to imagine or protect a future that feels impossible anyway.Compassion beats forgiveness as a healing strategy. Instead of bestowing forgiveness from a position of moral superiority, Joe learned to accept his abusive father by understanding his formation — a beaten child who grew into a broken adult. It wasn't personal; any son would have been beaten.Self-examination is scarier than any external threat. A man who fearlessly robbed 30 banks and survived federal prison found confronting his own grief and dismantling his rage infinitely more terrifying than anything the outside world could throw at him.Your survival armor can become your prison. Joe needed his rage and menacing persona to stay safe in prison, yet that same emotional armor prevented him from healing — forcing him to project violence while secretly working on becoming a more sensitive, self-aware person.Transformation begins with telling your story honestly. Writing became Joe's tool for self-investigation — processing grief, rebuilding conscience, and eventually sharing his journey with his daughter and the world. Start documenting your own growth; the act of articulating your past can illuminate your path forward.And much more... [Part 2 of 2 — catch up with Part 1 here!]And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors: Huel: Get free shipping, a shaker, and a t-shirt with your first order at huel.com/jordanShopify: 3 months @ $1/month (select plans): shopify.com/jordanCookUnity: 50% off first week: cookunity.com/jordan or code JORDANHomes.com: Find your home: homes.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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This is a Pariyatti Presents... event recorded May 4th, 2025 with Paul R. Fleischman, interviewed by Kory Goldberg, titled 'The Psychological and Social Wellsprings of Vipassana'. This is part one of 'The Power of Small Changes' interview series. Paul R. Fleischman May 4, 2025 1 hour 45 minutes Watch the video or download the audio. Download Audio (48MB) Video copyright, 2025 Pariyatti View the archive of all Pariyatti Presents... Events. More by Dr. Paul R. Fleischman at store.pariyatti.org/paul_fleischman. Kory Goldberg's & Michelle Décary's 'Along the Path': store.pariyatti.org/along-the-path-3. View more books and audio resources available at the online Pariyatti bookstore.

Joy gets treated like a soft word online, but we use it like a backbone. We open with gratitude for the people who made this community real, then map how our small show grew into four connected formats that serve different needs without losing the thread. Friday Night Live brings the weekly neighborhood energy - unscripted, a little messy, and always welcoming. The Private Lounge offers deeper, slower conversations that let real stories breathe. Carmen Talk is where I think out loud, teach when it fits, and process what's on my mind. And Culture and Consequence with Andrea explores media literacy, politics, culture, and compassion with rigor and warmth, from the Constitution to trans rights to the everyday choices that shape public life.We also pull back the curtain on the growth playbook we refuse to follow. The algorithm rewards outrage and spectacle, but we're not interested in manufacturing conflict. Joy here is not denial. Joy is fuel, practice, and a way to show up for each other even when we disagree. That means we hold boundaries around intolerance while making room for curiosity and correction. It also means we track our claims, revisit topics, and leave space for humor—yes, even the running Hallmark homework that keeps us honest about how culture works on us.If you're looking for a kinder corner of the internet, you'll find it across these four shows—one community, many doors. Come for the live hangout, stay for the deeper interviews, pop into a reflective monologue, and challenge your media diet with a thoughtful breakdown. Your presence matters more than you know. Subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review so the algorithm learns to surface compassion alongside critique. What conversation should we host next?Thank you for stopping by. Please visit our website: All About The Joy and add, like and share. You can also support us by shopping at our STORE - We'd appreciate that greatly. Also, if you want to find us anywhere on social media, please check out the link in bio page. Music By Geovane Bruno, Moments, 3481Editing by Team A-JHost, Carmen Lezeth DISCLAIMER: As always, please do your own research and understand that the opinions in this podcast and livestream are meant for entertainment purposes only. States and other areas may have different rules and regulations governing certain aspects discussed in this podcast. Nothing in our podcast or livestream is meant to be medical or legal advice. Please use common sense, and when in doubt, ask a professional for advice, assistance, help and guidance.

The Lusko kids join Levi and Jennie for a cozy, hilarious, end-of-2025 family episode—full of memories, real talk, and the kind of side comments only siblings can pull off. Together they look back on the year's big moments: college life, tennis wins, learner's permits, a meaningful baptism, and the wild joy of serving together. You'll hear the behind-the-scenes of the Bolivia mission trip (including travel chaos and a few very memorable mishaps), plus a rapid-fire stroll through favorite podcast episodes, sermon series that hit home, and the books/music that shaped the year. They wrap it all by looking ahead to 2026 with practical goals and spiritual rhythms. Connect with us on social! Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Gospels in a year (Print Ed.): https://bit.ly/4pQG2HN Gospels in a year (Digital Ed.): https://bit.ly/3L4HSWm Movement 2026: https://www.mvmnt26.com Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps 0:01:07 – New Year's as a “holy day” and old-school traditions 0:03:38 – 2025 family updates: college, baptism, tennis, and big milestones 0:08:34 – Bolivia mission trip stories: Compassion kids + travel mayhem 0:13:07 – Favorite podcast moments from the year (and the unforgettable ones) 0:15:07 – Blessed Are the Spiraling launch: 7 cities, 7 days, 7 runs 0:26:35 – What God taught them in 2025 + 2026 goals and a Gospels plan

Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions The Princess and the Pea: A Tale of Sensitivity and NeurodivergenceExplore the timeless fairytale of 'The Princess and the Pea' through the lens of modern science and neurodivergence. This video reinterprets the story as an early description of heightened sensitivity, similar to conditions like fibromyalgia, chronic pain, ADHD, and autism. Learn about nociplastic pain and how it parallels the experience of those with hypersensitive nervous systems. Discover the importance of empathy and validation in addressing chronic pain and neurodivergence, and join the conversation by subscribing to the Conquering Your Fibromyalgia podcast for more insightful stories.Watch on Youtube Here00:00 The Prince's Quest for a Real Princess00:20 The Princess and the Pea Test00:56 A Deeper Meaning: Sensitivity and Neurodivergence01:20 Understanding Nociplastic Pain01:54 The Struggles of Hypersensitivity02:16 Sensory Processing in Autism02:59 The Princess's Restless Night03:35 Lessons in Compassion and Validation04:42 Honoring Sensitivity with Empathy and Science04:47 Subscribe for More Insights Support the showWhen I started this podcast and YouTube Channel—and the book that came before it—I had my patients in mind. Office visits are short, but understanding complex, often misunderstood conditions like fibromyalgia takes time. That's why I created this space: to offer education, validation, and hope. If you've been told fibromyalgia “isn't real” or that it's “all in your head,” know this—I see you. I believe you. This podcast aims to affirm your experience and explain the science behind it. Whether you live with fibromyalgia, care for someone who does, or are a healthcare professional looking to better support patients, you'll find trusted, evidence-based insights here, drawn from my 29+ years as an MD. Please remember to talk with your doctor about your symptoms and care. This content doesn't replace per...

The Lusko kids join Levi and Jennie for a cozy, hilarious, end-of-2025 family episode—full of memories, real talk, and the kind of side comments only siblings can pull off. Together they look back on the year's big moments: college life, tennis wins, learner's permits, a meaningful baptism, and the wild joy of serving together. You'll hear the behind-the-scenes of the Bolivia mission trip (including travel chaos and a few very memorable mishaps), plus a rapid-fire stroll through favorite podcast episodes, sermon series that hit home, and the books/music that shaped the year. They wrap it all by looking ahead to 2026 with practical goals and spiritual rhythms. Connect with us on social! Levi: @levilusko Jennie: @jennielusko Fresh Life Church: @freshlife [Links] Gospels in a year (Print Ed.): https://bit.ly/4pQG2HN Gospels in a year (Digital Ed.): https://bit.ly/3L4HSWm Movement 2026: https://www.mvmnt26.com Get the 5 Gallon Bucket: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Get the Lusketeer Sticker: https://bit.ly/sdl4sHY Subscribe for more exclusive content: https://levilusko.com/hitl-subscribe Time Stamps 0:01:07 – New Year's as a “holy day” and old-school traditions 0:03:38 – 2025 family updates: college, baptism, tennis, and big milestones 0:08:34 – Bolivia mission trip stories: Compassion kids + travel mayhem 0:13:07 – Favorite podcast moments from the year (and the unforgettable ones) 0:15:07 – Blessed Are the Spiraling launch: 7 cities, 7 days, 7 runs 0:26:35 – What God taught them in 2025 + 2026 goals and a Gospels plan

Send us a textIn this deeply immersive Literary Aviatrix Classics conversation Dr. Jacque Boyd, Captain Jenny Beatty and I discuss Wings for Life, the extraordinary memoir of pioneering aviatrix Ruth Nichols.Nichols' life reads like myth—altitude, speed, and distance records; repeated catastrophic crashes; unrelenting physical pain; and a relentless return to the cockpit. Beneath the headlines lies a story of discipline, preparation, spiritual conviction, and resilience shaped by mentorship, friendship, and loss.We trace Nichols' journey from debutante to record-setting pilot, from shattered vertebrae to historic long-distance flights, and from personal heartbreak to immensely impactful global humanitarian work. This conversation also places Nichols within the broader context of women's aviation history—alongside Amelia Earhart, The Ninety-Nines, and the interwar aviation world that shaped (and constrained) women's opportunities.What makes this episode special is not just what Nichols accomplished—but how she endured. This is a story about what happens when a woman refuses to disappear, even when the world—and her own body—tries to stop her.Topics Covered·       Ruth Nichols' record-setting flights in altitude, speed, and distance·       The brutal physical cost of early aviation—and survival against the odds·       Mentorship from Harry Rogers and Clarence Chamberlain·       Women pilots, publicity, and the economics of survival in aviation·       The founding and early purpose of The Ninety-Nines·       Competition, friendship, and tension with Amelia Earhart·       Faith, Quaker values, and Nichols' pivot toward humanitarian aviation·       Relief Wings, disaster response, and the roots of Civil Air Patrol·       Why Ruth Nichols deserves a larger place in aviation historyDid you know you can support your local independent bookshop and me by shopping through my Bookshop.org affiliate links on my website? If a book is available on Bookshop.org, you'll find a link to it on the book page. By shopping through the Literary Aviatrix website a small portion of the sale goes to support the content you love, at no additional cost to you. https://literaryaviatrix.com/shop-all-books/Thanks so much for listening! Stay up to date on book releases, author events, and Aviatrix Book Club discussion dates with the Literary Aviatrix Newsletter. Visit the Literary Aviatrix website to find over 600 books featuring women in aviation in all genres for all ages. Become a Literary Aviatrix Patron and help amplify the voices of women in aviation. Follow me on social media, join the book club, and find all of the things on the Literary Aviatrix linkt.ree. Blue skies, happy reading, and happy listening!-Liz Booker

Keywords mental health, psychiatry, obstetrics, quantum theory, love, consciousness, education, spirituality, prevention, emotional well-being Summary This episode of Locked Up Living explores how two doctors from very different specialties, a psychiatrist and an obstetrician/paediatrician, came together to change the way we understand and approach mental health. Shivam Dubey and Salel Gupta share their unique journey, discussing the urgent need for preventive mental health care and the ground breaking MindSync curriculum they've developed for schools. They highlight the lack of emotional education in traditional healthcare and school systems, and reveal how their program brings evidence-based life skills, resilience training, and social-emotional learning directly to children and adults in India, Dubai, and the US.   The discussion also takes a deep dive into the relationship between love, quantum theory, and mental well-being. Drawing from both Western science and Eastern philosophy, Dr Dubey and Dr Gupta examine how consciousness and compassion can reshape the way we think about health, learning, and adversity. If you're curious about holistic approaches to wellness, or how culture, spirituality, and modern medicine intersect in the quest for better mental health, this episode brings fresh insight and practical ideas for individuals, educators, and communities. Takeaways The collaboration between psychiatry and obstetrics can enhance preventive mental health. Love has a profound impact on mental health and healing. Quantum theory offers a new perspective on spirituality and consciousness. Mental health education is crucial for children and should be formalized in schools. Self-awareness and emotional skills are essential for personal development. Adversity can be a teacher if we reflect on our experiences. Compassion should be prioritized over competition in education. The Mind-Sync curriculum aims to integrate mental health education into schools. Mighty Champions of Mental Health empowers adults to support their communities. Selfless love is a key component of emotional well-being. titles Exploring the Intersection of Love and Quantum Theory The Healing Power of Love in Mental Health Sound Bites "Love is the healing factor." "Selfless love is the ultimate goal." "Adversity is meant for you to learn." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Dube and Dr. Gupta 02:34 The Journey of Dr. Dube and Dr. Gupta 07:29 Exploring Love and Quantum Theory 13:44 The Intersection of Science and Spirituality 26:21 The Need for Mental Health Education 31:55 Exploring Spirituality and Quantum Effects 37:21 Introducing the Mind-Sync Curriculum 43:41 Mental Health Education for All Ages 47:52 Mighty Champions of Mental Health 52:14 Self-Care and Emotional Well-Being 53:55 Outro 

Keywords mental health, psychiatry, obstetrics, quantum theory, love, consciousness, education, spirituality, prevention, emotional well-being Summary This episode of Locked Up Living explores how two doctors from very different specialties, a psychiatrist and an obstetrician/paediatrician, came together to change the way we understand and approach mental health. Shivam Dubey and Salel Gupta share their unique journey, discussing the urgent need for preventive mental health care and the ground breaking MindSync curriculum they've developed for schools. They highlight the lack of emotional education in traditional healthcare and school systems, and reveal how their program brings evidence-based life skills, resilience training, and social-emotional learning directly to children and adults in India, Dubai, and the US.   The discussion also takes a deep dive into the relationship between love, quantum theory, and mental well-being. Drawing from both Western science and Eastern philosophy, Dr Dubey and Dr Gupta examine how consciousness and compassion can reshape the way we think about health, learning, and adversity. If you're curious about holistic approaches to wellness, or how culture, spirituality, and modern medicine intersect in the quest for better mental health, this episode brings fresh insight and practical ideas for individuals, educators, and communities. Takeaways The collaboration between psychiatry and obstetrics can enhance preventive mental health. Love has a profound impact on mental health and healing. Quantum theory offers a new perspective on spirituality and consciousness. Mental health education is crucial for children and should be formalized in schools. Self-awareness and emotional skills are essential for personal development. Adversity can be a teacher if we reflect on our experiences. Compassion should be prioritized over competition in education. The Mind-Sync curriculum aims to integrate mental health education into schools. Mighty Champions of Mental Health empowers adults to support their communities. Selfless love is a key component of emotional well-being. titles Exploring the Intersection of Love and Quantum Theory The Healing Power of Love in Mental Health Sound Bites "Love is the healing factor." "Selfless love is the ultimate goal." "Adversity is meant for you to learn." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Dube and Dr. Gupta 02:34 The Journey of Dr. Dube and Dr. Gupta 07:29 Exploring Love and Quantum Theory 13:44 The Intersection of Science and Spirituality 26:21 The Need for Mental Health Education 31:55 Exploring Spirituality and Quantum Effects 37:21 Introducing the Mind-Sync Curriculum 43:41 Mental Health Education for All Ages 47:52 Mighty Champions of Mental Health 52:14 Self-Care and Emotional Well-Being 53:55

In this reflective year-end episode, I take listeners on a gentle pause to sit with the reality of the year they've just carried. It's not the polished, social-media version of the year, but an honest look at what women, especially in leadership and career spaces, have held—often invisibly. From emotional loads and endless mental tabs to the weight of responsibilities, self-doubt, and cultural change, this episode speaks directly to those feeling stretched and tired.What We Carried:The high expectations, emotional labor, unending mental lists, unclaimed responsibilities, and even self-doubt—all these made the year heavier than most realize.What It Cost Us:Rest, clarity, confidence, joy, boundaries, parts of our identity, and sometimes our own breathing space suffered under the weight of all that carrying.Compassion for Ourselves:Resonate Leadership Podcast Host reassures listeners: fatigue hasn't come from weakness, but from holding too much, for too long.Lessons Learned:This year revealed our limits, the importance of belonging, the exhaustion of masking, and the difference between performing strength and true strength. It taught us who supports us—and who only sees the results.What to Put Down:Before the new year, listeners are encouraged to shed burdens they don't need to carry: the pressure to always be available, the belief they must earn rest, invisible emotional labor, guilt for saying no, and the need for constant competence.What to Welcome:By putting some things down, we make space to pick up new boundaries, honest joy, real belonging, supportive communities, and permission to be unapologetically ourselves.Takeaways:Leadership is human work—messy, emotional, relational, systemic.Rest is not something to be earned; it's something we deserve.Putting down unnecessary loads makes space for renewal.The hard year does not define your worth or strength—your continued showing up does.Thanks for being part of Frustrated and Exhausted this year. Here's to the reset you need and deserve!Connect with Ruth:Instagram LinkedIn Website

Caring for a parent with dementia is one of the most challenging experiences a person can face. What happens when that aging parent is also a difficult person? This adds a heavy layer to an already complex situation. Furthermore, how do you handle a difficult personality when their memory is failing? The physical and emotional toll can be immense. In addition, caregivers often feel isolated and alone. They struggle with their own grief and exhaustion. Meanwhile, they are asked to provide constant care for a particularly difficult loved one. We explore this unique caregiving challenge. This episode dives into one caregiver's raw and honest story. He found a path forward. Ultimately, his journey shows that finding peace is possible, even in the most challenging circumstances. Our Guest: Josh Hickman Josh Hickman is a writer and visual artist who grew up in various parts of Texas. His education included studying painting and sculpture at the Booker T. Washington High School for Performing and Visual Arts and writing and film at the University of Texas at Austin. The author of seven books and numerous articles, short stories, and poems, he lives and works with his dog Sammy in Dallas, Texas. Order Your Copy of "Forgetting" ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Related Episodes: Time Out Caregiver: Resilience, Compassion & Self-Care Relationship Challenges & Caregiving ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Sign Up for more Advice & Wisdom - email newsletter. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Please help us keep our show going by supporting our sponsors. Thank you. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Feeling overwhelmed? HelpTexts can be your pocket therapist. Going through a tough time? HelpTexts offers confidential support delivered straight to your phone via text message. Whether you're dealing with grief, caregiving stress, or just need a mental health boost, their expert-guided texts provide personalized tips and advice. Sign up for a year of support and get: Daily or twice-weekly texts tailored to your situation Actionable strategies to cope and move forward Support for those who care about you (optional) HelpTexts makes getting help easy and convenient. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Make Your Brain Span Match Your LifeSpan Relevate from NeuroReserve I've been focusing a lot on taking care of my brain health, & I've found this supplement called RELEVATE to be incredibly helpful. It provides me with 17 nutrients that support brain function & help keep me sharp. Since you're someone I care about, I wanted to share this discovery with you. You can order it with my code: FM15 & get 15% OFF your order. With Relevate nutritional supplement, you get science-backed nutrition to help protect your brain power today and for years to come. You deserve a brain span that lasts as long as your lifespan. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Join Fading Memories On Social Media! If you've enjoyed this episode, please share this podcast with other caregivers! You'll find us on social media at the following links. Instagram LinkedIn  Facebook Contact Jen at hello@fadingmemoriespodcast.com or Visit us at www.FadingMemoriesPodcast.com

Delusion is one of the greatest impediments to freedom and in this talk, Mary discusses how being embodied and whole allows for clear seeing. When we're stuck in the habit energies of our minds, we're often disconnected from reality and our journey is back to wholeness, to clarity and to living with a wise heart.Recorded Dec. 27, 2025 in the virtual worldSend me a text with any questions or comments! Include your name and email if you would like a response - it's not included automatically. Thanks.Visit Mary's website for more info on classes and teachings.

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What if leadership meant bringing color, dignity, and humanity back into healthcare? In this powerful episode of The Franchise Woman Podcast: Where Passion & Purpose Collide, host Rebecca Monet and co-host Tracy Kawa welcome Jeanette Weinz, Brand President of Executive Home Care. Jeanette shares her deeply personal journey into home care, the leadership lessons shaped by loss, and why empathy, advocacy, and human connection can never be replaced by technology. From growing Executive Home Care from 13 locations to nearly 100 nationwide, to redefining what quality care truly means, this conversation challenges conventional thinking about healthcare, franchising, and leadership. In this episode, you'll learn: Why home care is about dignity, not just services How purpose-driven leadership fuels sustainable growth The role compassion plays in franchise success Why technology should support—not replace—the human touch How leaders can inspire franchisees by leading with authenticity This is a must-watch episode for franchisors, franchisees, healthcare leaders, and anyone passionate about building people-centered businesses.

Jane Dutton ( standing in for Relebogile Mabotja ) speaks to Marc Lubner the Group CEO - Afrika Tikkun about Afrika Tikkun, an organisation that has spent decades working at the coalface of poverty, youth development, and community upliftment, unpacking a call to action not just to feel empathy, but to act meaningfully, consistently, and with intention. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've all heard the phrase "Manifest Your Destiny" when it comes to wanting a new promotion, figuring out a new career path or just trying to achieve that long-term goal. It turns out that the act of manifestation is not merely pseudoscience—it actually has a body of research in neuroscience to back it up.James Doty was a clinical professor of neurosurgery at Stanford University, and founder and director of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education. He wrote several books, including Mind Magic: The Neuroscience of Manifestation and How It Changes Everything. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. David Tolin is the Founder & Director of the Anxiety Disorders Center at the Institute of Living, the author of over 200 scientific journal articles & even received the Award for Lifetime Contribution to Psychology from the CT Psychological Association, but you may recognize him from the reality TV series Hoarders, The OCD Project or My Shopping Addiction. In this episode he shares what diagnosing hoarding disorder looks like, what brain scans reveal & the myth of trauma. This episode originally aired November 27, 2023.If you liked this episode, you'll also like episode 208: TRIGGER WARNINGS: MAKING US FRAGILE OR HELPING US HEAL? Guest: https://drtolin.com/homehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/drdavidtolin/https://a.co/d/hDRDee8 Host:  https://www.meredithforreal.com/  https://www.instagram.com/meredithforreal/ meredith@meredithforreal.comhttps://www.youtube.com/meredithforreal  https://www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovert  Sponsors: https://www.jordanharbinger.com/starterpacks/ https://www.historicpensacola.org/about-us/  02:38 — How common hoarding really is04:05 — When clutter ≠ hoarding disorder05:00 — Why letting go feels painful06:02 — What actually causes hoarding08:00 — Attention, cognition, vulnerability10:00 — Why empathy changes everything11:05 — ADHD, brain scans, and myths14:10 — The “salience network” explained15:05 — Why clutter fades into the background16:00 — When every object feels urgent17:05 — Decision-making becomes unbearable18:10 — Avoidance as survival strategy20:00 — Why animal hoarding is different23:00 — What people actually hoard24:00 — When hoarding becomes extreme25:10 — Digital hoarding counts too26:05 — Emails, photos, and emotional pain27:00 — Objects as identity30:15 — The downward arrow technique31:20 — Why therapists and patients talk past each other32:15 — Anthropomorphizing our stuff33:20 — Why kids' toys still haunt us34:15 — Grief as an accelerant35:20 — Stuff as memory protection36:10 — Acquiring as mood regulation37:10 — When retail therapy backfires38:15 — Emotion regulation gone wrong39:10 — Compassion without enabling40:05 — Boundaries that don't abandon41:10 — Why insight takes repetition42:15 — Therapy isn't one magic moment43:10 — How to stay anchored in reality44:05 — Questions that interrupt impulse45:10 — Why self-questioning works better46:15 — What “success” actually looks like47:15 — Managing vs curing hoarding48:10 — Exposure therapy in real life49:10 — TJ Maxx as a trigger50:05 — Sitting with discomfort on purpose51:10 — Rewriting your relationship with stuff52:05 — How hoarding changed his own habits53:10 — Keeping what truly serves you54:05 — Buried in Treasures and next steps55:10 — Final reflections on stuff and selfRequest to join my private Facebook Group, MFR Curious Insiders https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BAt3bpwJC/

A rare 50-year perspective on NDEs, prophecy, and the spiritual evolution of humanity. Podcast Highlights1) Dannion is the survivor of three near-death experiences2) What angelic beings revealed about humanity's purpose, and prophetic visions of our future?3) The spiritual technology that transformed him?4) How every choice we make ripples across lifetimes 

On this episode, we explore compassion — for animals, for ourselves, and for the ways we're all learning as we go. What does compassion for animals look like in everyday life? How can we approach conscious choices without pressure, guilt, or perfection?Guest of honor Sabrina Fair of Always Fair Books joins us for a warm, heartfelt conversation around animal awareness, plant-based living, and approaching these topics with curiosity rather than rigidity — offering grounded, accessible perspectives that meet us exactly where we are.Ways to get in touch with Sabrina: IG @alwaysfairbooksEmail alwaysfairbooks@gmail.comBooks Available on Amazon♡ Getting to the Heart of Healing ♡Follow us on Instagram @gettingtotheheartofhealing Follow us on TikTok @theheartofhealingshowLike us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/gettingtotheheartofhealing/Natasha's Instagram @natashaslaytonSophie's Instagram @sophie.starr7Please subscribe and & leave us a 5-Star review if you resonate with our message!

Today I sit down with Kyle Kittleson, the on-camera host for MedCircle, known for making complex mental health topics accessible through thoughtful, compassionate conversations. Kyle opens up about his personal grief journey after losing his mother as a teenager and how unprocessed loss shaped his emotional world for years. Drawing from both lived experience and thousands of interviews with leading mental health experts, Kyle shares powerful insights on grief, trauma, emotional healing, and rebuilding life after loss. We talk about why there's no "right" way to grieve, how avoidance quietly impacts healing, and what it truly means to work with grief rather than against it. This conversation offers grounded wisdom, hope, and practical tools for anyone navigating bereavement, supporting a loved one, or seeking a deeper understanding of mental health and grief. Episode Highlights Kyle Kittleson MedCircle grief and mental health podcast losing a parent as a teenager childhood grief and trauma unprocessed grief healing navigating grief after loss grief and emotional avoidance mental health education podcast understanding grief and trauma healing after loss journey how grief affects mental health coping with grief after losing a mother grief recovery without timelines working with grief instead of avoiding it emotional healing after bereavement grief conversations with mental health experts making sense of loss and trauma grief support through mental health education Know Kyle Kittleson About MedCircle: While treatment, medication, and therapy are all crucial components to mental wellness, the often forgotten step to optimal mental health is preventative mental health care – for you and others. MedCircle believes that people who become highly educated about mental health can improve both their lives and the lives of the people around them. MedCircle provides access to the world's greatest minds in mental health through engaging interview-style video series, virtual live Workshops, and in-depth articles on important mental health topics. MedCircle's award-winning video library gives you "behind-the-scenes" insight from the most sought after psychologists and psychiatrists. You'll learn what certain diagnoses entail and get unprecedented insight into the processes experienced doctors use to diagnose them. You'll also understand treatment options along with the risks and benefits each doctor considers, and how they go about prescribing a treatment, therapy and/or medication. Become a MedCircle Member today: https://medcircle.com/   Did you enjoy today's episode?   Welcome to New Ways Barre. We are so glad you are here. Get ready to transform your body, mind and life. At New Ways Barre, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community where individuals can achieve holistic well-being.   Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email  susan@tendrilsofgrief.com   Don't forget to visit Tendrils Of Grief  website and join for upcoming Webinars, Podcasts Updates and Group Coaching.   Get involve and share your thoughts and experiences in our online community   Tendrils of Grief-Survivor of Loss   To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Amazon Apple Spotify Audacy Deezer Podcast Addict Pandora Rephonic Tune In  Connect with me Instagram: @Sue_ways Facebook:@ susan.ways Email @susan@tendrilsofgrief.com  Let me hear your thoughts!  

When one chapter is ending and the next hasn't begun yet, it can feel unsettling — but it's also where deep growth quietly begins.In this episode of the Spiritual Journey Podcast, Nimesh Radia and Stacey Brown take time to reflect on the past year with gratitude, presence, and honesty. As they close out a cycle, they acknowledge the support of the podcast community and explore the emotional and energetic space many people find themselves in right now — the in-between phase where something has ended, but the next chapter hasn't yet taken shape.They speak openly about uncertainty, discomfort, and the urge to rush ahead for clarity, reminding listeners that this transitional space is not a mistake or a pause in progress. Instead, it is an invitation to slow down, practise self-care, and reconnect with mindfulness, compassion, and inner awareness. The conversation highlights the importance of community, being present with what is, and offering kindness to both yourself and others as change unfolds.This episode is for anyone feeling reflective, tender, or unsure at the end of a cycle — a reminder that you don't need to have everything figured out to be exactly where you're meant to be.Key Themes✨ Endings, transitions, and new beginnings✨ The emotional experience of the in-between phase✨ Self-care and mindfulness during uncertainty✨ Community, compassion, and shared growthTakeaways✨ The in-between phase is part of the journey, not a problem to fix✨ Self-care becomes essential during times of transition✨ Being present allows deeper awareness and healing✨ Compassion for yourself and others creates steadiness in changeSound Bites✨ I feel so blessed with this podcast✨ It's a time to just be✨ You have to be gentle with yourselfAlso available to watch on YouTube.If this episode resonates, please like, comment, and follow the podcast.Connect with Nimesh

In this episode, we talk about how we can learn to face failure and process it in a way that is kind and gentle to ourselves.Questions or thoughts you'd like to share? Email me anytime at dailydharmapodcast@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you.

Why did soldiers on the front line ( in Flanders on 1914 ) of one of the deadliest wars lay down their arms and play soccer with the very men they were supposed to shoot? We'll revisit the Christmas truce of 1914 with Stanley Weintraub, author of, Silent Night: The Story of the World War … Continue reading Scholars' Circle – Story of Christmas Truce during WWI in 1914 ; Science of Compassion, a sense of humanity – December 28, 2025 →

Here I offer a guided meditation offering kindness to parts of us which we like, (Kindness) are neutral toward,(Equanimity) and dislike. (Compassion)

In Proverbs 3, the writer lists two things we must make sure is at the very center of our lives. In fact, he tells us not to let them forsake us, it's that important. Is your life centered on these two things?

In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna introduces a variety of graduated steps that will lead us to the great resolve of bodhicitta, in which one takes on the personal responsibility of removing the suffering of every sentient being. He invites us to keep this vision in our minds while offering practical practices that meet us where we are in our journey. This episode was recorded on November 26th, 2025.Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve.  As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.  May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.

In this episode, you will hear a daily reminder from Ji Kwang Dae Poep Sa Nim about Buddha's realization and the truth of the entire universe.Thank you very much, Ji Kwang Dae Poep Sa Nim.Much joy and good insights of your own,all my love,Your Gak Duk,

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251228dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD, the deeds for which he is to be praised, according to all the LORD has done for us—yes, the many good things he has done for Israel, according to his compassion and many kindnesses. Isaiah 63:7 Mercy and Compassion A highly respected running coach was once asked what he would do if he wanted to make his own son an Olympic runner. He responded, “I would get him a coach that believed he could be an Olympian.” After all his years of training runners, this man had learned that having a coach who believed in his runner was a key component to helping that athlete reach his true potential. Isaiah describes the Lord looking at his people and saying, “Surely they are my people, sons who will not be false to me.” How could the Lord say this when Israel had turned its back on him again and again? It wasn’t that God thought he could make his people better simply by believing in them. No, God calls Israel his people because in his love and mercy, he made them his people. “He became their Savior.” A coach might help an athlete achieve his greatest potential by believing in him, but God has done much more for us. Simply believing in us would not have been enough, because left to ourselves, our only potential was to go our own way and stray further away from him. So, God in his love and mercy redeemed us. By sending his only Son, he bought us back from our destiny of being sinners forever separated from him. This truth causes our Christmas joy to overflow every day of the year. In his loving kindness, the Lord has made us his people, who are given the righteousness and obedience of his Son. What’s our response to such mercy and compassion? We can join with Isaiah in saying, “I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD, the deeds for which he is to be praised, according to all the LORD has done for us.” Prayer: Merciful and compassionate God, I thank you for being my Savior. You have made me your child through the redemption that comes through Jesus Christ. Help me to speak of your kindness, of all that you have done for me. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.  

My links:My Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/rhetoricrevolutionSend me a voice message!: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/liam-connerlyTikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mrconnerly?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠Email: ⁠rhetoricrevolution@gmail.com⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connerlyliam/Podcast | Latin in Layman's - A Rhetoric Revolution https://open.spotify.com/show/0EjiYFx1K4lwfykjf5jApM?si=b871da6367d74d92YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MrConnerly _____________________________________________________________Alexiou,Margaret. 2002. The Ritual Lament in Greek Tradition. 2nd ed. Lanham,MD: Rowman and Littlefield.Cairns,Douglas L. 1993. Aidōs: The Psychology and Ethics of Honour and Shame inAncient Greek Literature. Oxford: Clarendon Press.Cook,Erwin. 2003. “The Function of Apoina in the Iliad.” Phoenix57 (1–2): 1–20.Crotty,Kevin. 1994. The Poetics of Supplication: Homer's Iliad and Odyssey.Ithaca, NY: Cornell University Press.Donlan,Walter. 1982. “Reciprocity in Homer.” Classical Philology 77 (2):97–107.Garland,Robert. 1985. The Greek Way of Death. Ithaca, NY: Cornell UniversityPress.Gould,John. 1973. “Hiketeia.” Journal of Hellenic Studies 93: 74–103.Griffin,Jasper. 1980. Homer on Life and Death. Oxford: Clarendon Press.Homer.2011. Iliad. Edited by D. B. Monro and T. W. Allen. Perseus DigitalLibrary. (Used for line reference.)Mackie,Hilary Susan. 2001. “Homeric Iliad 24.25–54: The Death of Hector and the ‘DumbEarth'.” Classical Quarterly 51 (1): 1–11.Mauss,Marcel. 1990. The Gift: The Form and Reason for Exchange in ArchaicSocieties. Translated by W. D. Halls. London: Routledge.Naiden, F.S. 2006. Ancient Supplication. Oxford: Oxford University Press.Parker,Robert. 1983. Miasma: Pollution and Purification in Early Greek Religion.Oxford: Clarendon Press.Redfield,James M. 1975. Nature and Culture in the Iliad: The Tragedy of Hector.Chicago: University of Chicago Press.Richardson,Nicholas. 1993. The Iliad: A Commentary. Vol. 6, Books 21–24.Edited by G. S. Kirk. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.Schein,Seth L. 1984. The Mortal Hero: An Introduction to Homer's Iliad.Berkeley: University of California Press.Seaford,Richard. 1994. Reciprocity and Ritual: Homer and Tragedy in the DevelopingCity-State. Oxford: Clarendon Press.Shay,Jonathan. 1994. Achilles in Vietnam: Combat Trauma and the Undoing ofCharacter. New York: Scribner.Tsagalis,Christos. 2004. Epic Grief: Personal Lament in Homer's Iliad. Berlin:Walter de Gruyter.Whitman,Cedric H. 1958. Homer and the Heroic Tradition. Cambridge, MA: HarvardUniversity Press.Zecchin deFasano, Giulia. 2007. “Suplicio y reconocimiento: Príamo y Aquiles en IlíadaXXIV.472–551.” Synthesis 7: 57–68. 

December 28, 2025. Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph homily by Fr. Matt Lowry about how St. Paul's exhortation to put on heartfelt compassion can make the difference in becoming a holy family.

Welcome to this very special episode of Hash Church, an episode rooted in heart, humanity, and the belief that cannabis culture is at its best when guided by compassion. Today, we lean into the simple yet powerful truth that compassion is a verb — an action we choose, a practice we embody, and a responsibility we carry forward in our community.Few people represent that ethos more fully than our dear friend Wade Laughter. Wade has long been a light in the cannabis world — not because he has sought attention, but because he has offered himself in service. Through decades of advocacy, education, and tireless patient support, Wade has shown us what it truly means to lead with empathy.Many of you know Wade from his thoughtful, grounded contributions to Hash Church. Whether sharing insights on cultivation, genetics, terpene expression, or patient needs, Wade brings humility, intelligence, and a deep spiritual calm that elevates every conversation. He reminds us that cannabis is not simply an industry — it is a lifeline for many, a medicine that deserves respect, and a culture that must remain anchored in care.Wade's devotion extends far beyond our Sunday sessions. As the founder of the Caladrius Network, he has worked to bring healing, dignity, and support to catastrophically ill children and their families — some of the most vulnerable members of our community. His compassion there is not a concept; it is a verb. It is hands-on, heart-led, and deeply human work that has changed lives.So today, as we explore the meaning of compassion within cannabis culture — its history, its present, and its future — we do so in honor of Wade Laughter. His life and actions remind us that the true legacy of this plant is not in products, profits, or trends, but in the people we uplift and the love we bring forward.This episode is dedicated to Wade — our teacher, our brother, and our reminder that compassion is something we *do*.Let's begin.......Huge shoutout to Puffco for powering Hash Church! Puffco's game-changing devices—like the sleek Peak Pro, versatile Proxy, and compact Pivot—bring unmatched style and performance, making extracts a vibe for everyone. Their passion for cannabis culture keeps our community blazing strong. Discover the Puffco difference at www.puffco.com and follow @puffcoTrusted by top hash makers from around the world since 2016, The Press Club is your one-stop-shop for award-winning solventless gear. From press bags to wash bags to presses to vessels, you'll find everything you need from wash to press

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251228dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD, the deeds for which he is to be praised, according to all the LORD has done for us—yes, the many good things he has done for Israel, according to his compassion and many kindnesses. Isaiah 63:7 Mercy and Compassion A highly respected running coach was once asked what he would do if he wanted to make his own son an Olympic runner. He responded, “I would get him a coach that believed he could be an Olympian.” After all his years of training runners, this man had learned that having a coach who believed in his runner was a key component to helping that athlete reach his true potential. Isaiah describes the Lord looking at his people and saying, “Surely they are my people, sons who will not be false to me.” How could the Lord say this when Israel had turned its back on him again and again? It wasn’t that God thought he could make his people better simply by believing in them. No, God calls Israel his people because in his love and mercy, he made them his people. “He became their Savior.” A coach might help an athlete achieve his greatest potential by believing in him, but God has done much more for us. Simply believing in us would not have been enough, because left to ourselves, our only potential was to go our own way and stray further away from him. So, God in his love and mercy redeemed us. By sending his only Son, he bought us back from our destiny of being sinners forever separated from him. This truth causes our Christmas joy to overflow every day of the year. In his loving kindness, the Lord has made us his people, who are given the righteousness and obedience of his Son. What’s our response to such mercy and compassion? We can join with Isaiah in saying, “I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD, the deeds for which he is to be praised, according to all the LORD has done for us.” Prayer: Merciful and compassionate God, I thank you for being my Savior. You have made me your child through the redemption that comes through Jesus Christ. Help me to speak of your kindness, of all that you have done for me. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

During last week's message, Pastor Marcus explored the mystery of the incarnation through "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing." For the final week of our Christmas series, we consider the longed-for peace that goes deeper than just a temporary cease-fire. In the midst of Christmas chaos, Pastor Marcus shares a powerful story from World War I, where enemies laid down their weapons to sing "Silent Night" together—a glimpse of heaven's true peace. Drawing on Isaiah's prophecy, he reveals that Jesus, the Prince of Peace, offers more than merely an absence of conflict. He brings "shalom"—complete restoration and wholeness—to our broken relationships and weary souls. Ready to experience this transformative peace for yourself? Don't miss this timely message that could change how you experience not just Christmas, but every day of your life.

What do you live by? Everyone has something they trust in. A source of truth that guides their mental maps of the world they're navigating. For Jesus, that foundation was the Hebrew Scriptures. For His followers, the same holds true, along with writings from His followers in the immediate aftermath of His life, death, resurrection, and ascension. We learn to live a life in proximity to God and guided by His Spirit as we engage Him through the Bible and in community. There are a lot of things we can live by, but only one source of life and truth.

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251228dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD, the deeds for which he is to be praised, according to all the LORD has done for us—yes, the many good things he has done for Israel, according to his compassion and many kindnesses. Isaiah 63:7 Mercy and Compassion A highly respected running coach was once asked what he would do if he wanted to make his own son an Olympic runner. He responded, “I would get him a coach that believed he could be an Olympian.” After all his years of training runners, this man had learned that having a coach who believed in his runner was a key component to helping that athlete reach his true potential. Isaiah describes the Lord looking at his people and saying, “Surely they are my people, sons who will not be false to me.” How could the Lord say this when Israel had turned its back on him again and again? It wasn’t that God thought he could make his people better simply by believing in them. No, God calls Israel his people because in his love and mercy, he made them his people. “He became their Savior.” A coach might help an athlete achieve his greatest potential by believing in him, but God has done much more for us. Simply believing in us would not have been enough, because left to ourselves, our only potential was to go our own way and stray further away from him. So, God in his love and mercy redeemed us. By sending his only Son, he bought us back from our destiny of being sinners forever separated from him. This truth causes our Christmas joy to overflow every day of the year. In his loving kindness, the Lord has made us his people, who are given the righteousness and obedience of his Son. What’s our response to such mercy and compassion? We can join with Isaiah in saying, “I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD, the deeds for which he is to be praised, according to all the LORD has done for us.” Prayer: Merciful and compassionate God, I thank you for being my Savior. You have made me your child through the redemption that comes through Jesus Christ. Help me to speak of your kindness, of all that you have done for me. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

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“Healing Soaking Prayer” is defined as coming into Jesus' presence and experiencing His compassionate, healing and revelatory touch. It is resting in the healing rays of Almighty God (Hab. 3:4). His compassion heals your heart. Compassion is the "carrier wave" upon which ride His healing touch and His revelation. There you can ask for revelation concerning root causes of an infirmity, which once understood are then resolved through prayers of repentance and forgiveness. Read more about soaking here. Read more here.Support the show

What happens when a beagle bred for laboratory research gets a second life—and changes a human forever?Journalist and author Melanie D.G. Kaplan joins me for a conversation about her book Lab Dog: A Beagle and His Human Investigate the Surprising World of Animal Research.It's also our December pick for It Has to Be Read.At the center of the story is Hammy—a former lab dog who survived isolation, fear, and trauma, and went on to teach lessons about forgiveness, patience, joy, and what it truly means to be alive.This episode explores:The hidden reality of animal research in the U.S.Why tens of thousands of dogs are still used in labsHow love and companionship can rehabilitate traumaWhat dogs teach humans about forgiveness and presenceWhy compassion may be our last shared moral languageIf you love dogs, care about ethics, or believe stories can change the world, I hope you'll watch, listen, and share.LINKhttps://melaniedgkaplan.comI have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said. Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth. Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. The Gospel of Zip will be released in print and on Amazon Kindle, and as a full video on YouTube and Substack that you can watch or listen to for free.Support the show_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of The Gospel of Zip. Learn more at https://www.thegospelofzip.com/Follow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube. https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.tiktok.com/@frank_schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTube In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer Podcast

Come listen to episode 308. I am anxious to  share with you a brief update about some exciting and upcoming episodes that complete the Tippit murder series  and deliver a sneak peak into a brand new podcast  series that we have coming your way soon. One that  we are about to launch.  I  finish out this episode by going on an increasingly rare wander that was inspired by a listener and by the wonderful Christmas and holiday season that is upon us. Come join  me as as I pay tribute and reflect on another year gone by.  

Did you know there's MAGIC in your Meditation Practice? Say Goodbye to Anxiety and Hello to More Peace & More Prosperity! Here Are the 5 Secrets on How to Unleash Your Meditation Magic https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets Join Premium! Ready for an ad-free meditation experience? Join Premium now and get every episode from ALL of our podcasts completely ad-free now! Just a few clicks makes it easy for you to listen on your favorite podcast player. Become a PREMIUM member today by going to --> https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Gently close your eyes. And let yourself be here fully. PAUSE Take a slow breath in… And exhale softly. PAUSE Just let yourself be here. Right now. Exactly as you are. Join our Premium Sleep for Women Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Sleep podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here --> https://bit.ly/sleepforwomen Join our Premium Meditation for Kids Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Kids podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here → https://bit.ly/meditationforkidsapple Hey, I'm so glad you're taking the time to be with us today. My team and I are dedicated to making sure you have all the meditations you need throughout all the seasons of your life. If there's a meditation you desire, but can't find, email us at Katie Krimitsos to make a request. We'd love to create what you want! Namaste, Beautiful,

You are in for a special treat! This is another episode of Coffee & Tea (with M&E) Real Moms Talking About Real Things.  Join Emily McDermott, the host of Moms Overcoming Overwhelm and I as we talk about what didn't work this week, how we pivoted, what things we are excited about, and things that made us laugh! We wanted to provide moms with real life examples of time management, organization, and pivoting when life throws you curveballs. So grab your coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and join us!  I pray this blesses you! Michelle Topics In This Episode Holiday Gift Guide: Top 10 Gifts Ideas  Magazine subscriptions  Arts & crafts (consumable goods)  Experience gifts - zoo membership, aquarium, amusement parks  Books  Sports equipment   Gift cards  Compassion, Samaritan's Purse, IJM, etc.  Food - snacks Room - calendar, pictures, bedding   Clothing  Bio:  Emily McDermott is an Air Force wife and mom to two energetic boys living in Fairfax, Virginia. She is also the host of the top 1% globally ranked podcast Moms Overcoming Overwhelm where she helps moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. As a virtual and in-person decluttering coach, she works with moms one-on-one to define what matters, eliminate what doesn't and automate the rest. Emily enjoys writing custom poetry, dancing, and eating peanut butter out of the jar.   Contact Info For Emily:  Moms Overcoming Overwhelm Podcast: https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/ Simple by Emmy: http://www.simplebyemmy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplebyemmy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplebyemmy/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1OzHKsGziu5IbkaHBQXGIw Facebook Group - Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms: tinyurl.com/momsovercomingoverwhelm Contact E-mail: info@simplebyemmy.com Freebie: 5 Mindset Shifts To Help you Let Go of Clutter: https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   PS If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn't working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!     - Grab a coaching call with me at: https://calendly.com/byrd-michelle/bonus-one-time-un-stuck-time-management-coachin-clone - Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com - website: www.byrdmichelle.com - Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! www.byrdmichelle.com  - Come join our Facebook Group: The Busy Vibrant Mom https://www.facebook.com/groups/2315591962144641/  

Welcome to a new episode of The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living, a podcast series mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy: a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering, and for creating more happiness and joy in our lives. This special episode – part one of two question-and-response (Q&R) installments – commemorates the publication of the second book by Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu and leadership coach Jo Confino, which was published earlier this year. Calm in the Storm: Zen Ways to Cultivate Stability in an Anxious World is intended to help readers meet the current polycrisis with stability and resilience, but also forcefulness and love. According to Plum Village tradition, Jo and Brother Phap Huu recorded two episodes that respond to listeners' questions which connect to the book's themes – from balancing kindness and anger in challenging times to staying compassionate with a world where there’s little deep listening; how to best support young people; caring for oneself while serving others; and much more. Enjoy! List of resources Pilgrimage: ‘In the Footsteps of the Buddha’https://plumvillage.org/event/pilgrimage/in-the-footsteps-of-the-buddha-2 Being with Busyness: Zen Ways to Transform Overwhelm and Burnouthttps://www.parallax.org/product/being-with-busyness/ Calm in the Storm: Zen Ways to Cultivate Stability in an Anxious Worldhttps://www.parallax.org/product/calm-in-the-storm/ Interbeinghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interbeing The Order of Interbeinghttps://plumvillage.org/community/order-of-interbeing Plum Village Traditionhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plum_Village_Tradition The Way Out Is In: ‘The Three Jewels (Episode #89)'https://plumvillage.org/podcast/the-three-jewels-episode-89 Sister Chan Dieu Nghiem (Sister Jina) https://plumvillage.org/people/dharma-teachers/sr-dieu-nghiem Dharma Talks: ‘The Five Skandhas of Grasping and Non-Self​'https://plumvillage.org/library/dharma-talks/the-five-skandhas-of-grasping-and-non-self%E2%80%8B-dharma-talk-by-br-phap-lai-2018-06-08 The Way Out Is In: ‘Joanna Macy's Message of Hope' https://plumvillage.org/podcast/joanna-macys-message-of-hope The Way Out Is In: ‘Active Hope: The Wisdom of Joanna Macy (Episode #25)'https://plumvillage.org/podcast/active-hope-the-wisdom-of-joanna-macy-episode-25 The Way Out Is In: ‘Grief and Joy on a Planet in Crisis: Joanna Macy on the Best Time to Be Alive (Episode #12)'https://plumvillage.org/podcast/grief-and-joy-on-a-planet-in-crisis-joanna-macy-on-the-best-time-to-be-alive-episode-12 ‘Three Resources Explaining the Plum Village Tradition of Lazy Days'https://plumvillage.app/three-resources-explaining-the-plum-village-tradition-of-lazy-days/ Śāriputra https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C5%9A%C4%81riputra Rāhulahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/R%C4%81hula How To: ‘Begin Anew'https://plumvillage.org/articles/begin-anew Quotes “Do we control the world? We’re controlling our actions, if we’re mindful. But most of us let our actions control us. We let worry control us; we let the news control us; we let fake news control us; we let stories control us. We let energies that may be untrue control us.” “We have to have the ability to generate joy and to be in touch with simple happiness and, even in moments of bitterness and difficulty, to come back to the present moment and ask the question, ‘What am I grateful for? What things surrounding me can I devote myself to, because I’m grateful for them?'” “Thay always reminded us to take joy and happiness seriously, and, in our modern times, people who come to Buddhism and spirituality, in particular, become allergic to the words ‘happiness' and ‘love' and ‘smiles' because they're not celebrated enough in the world. Because it looks too hippie-dippie. They seem too easy, in a way. But knowing that joy is always accessible is enlightenment, is healing, is love.” “Each and every one of us, when we start the journey of practice, really have to take seriously how to generate joy every day, with no exceptions. Don’t take it for granted.” “Compassion is the foundation for not burning out, for not becoming hateful, for not becoming toxic. It is the foundation of understanding and love.” “When you don’t have enough joy, lean into other people’s joy. You’re not alone.” “The whole purpose of mindfulness is to more deeply understand ourselves, and then to more deeply understand how we relate to the world.” “When you know how to listen, you’re already a teacher in the dharma – not through your spoken words, but through your way of just being. So don’t underestimate the practice of deep listening, because that can open the doors to people’s hearts as well as allowing them to touch healing. Because deep listening allows us to be vulnerable; it allows us to cry the tears that need to be shed to water our fields of pain and our seeds of love, understanding, and kindness. That is all deep listening; meditation is deep listening.” “Wherever there is darkness, light is already there, because the two coexists – and wherever there is light, there is darkness.” “Accept despair and let it deeply touch and tenderize your heart. Because that’s what despair can do. Rather than seeing it as “the end of a journey, see it as something we touch deeply and which can begin a new journey.” “There’s something about taking the longer view and recognizing the great arc of time and not becoming so caught up in this moment, as though it’s the only moment. Recognize that life will continue in many forms, and trust in that.” “We have to use both wings of meditation – stopping and looking deeply – in every crisis that we find ourselves in or find ourselves facing.”

For episode 276, we are continuing a new series on the Metta Hour, centered on kids, in honor of Sharon's first children's book, Kind Karl, released on December 9th! Written with Jason Gruhl, this illustrated picture book is for 4-8 year-olds and is a children's adaptation of Sharon's beloved book Lovingkindness. In this podcast series, Sharon speaks with educators, caregivers, and researchers about the ways meditation, mindfulness, and lovingkindness can impact children of all ages and the family systems that support them. For the fifth episode of the series, Sharon speaks with Sumi Loundon Kim. Sumi is the Buddhist chaplain at Yale University. A graduate of Harvard Divinity School, she is the founding teacher of Buddhist Families of Durham (NC). She is the author of Blue Jean Buddha; The Buddha's Apprentices; Sitting Together and of the children's book Goodnight Love: A Bedtime Meditation Story. In this conversation, Sumi and Sharon speak about:Sumi's early life in Zen communitySumi's first visit to IMS at age 16The value of spiritual practice during adolescence Teaching meditation to kids through songBenefits of group practice for parents and kidsWorking with the five sensesImplicit learning, leading by exampleNurturing kindness in self-talkCreating a home as a sanctuaryDesignated device-free family timeMeditation for college studentsSocial connection promoting self-regulationPsychological fluency A bedtime meditation for kids: “Goodnight Love”Get a copy of Sumi's book “Goodnight Love” right here.You can learn more about Sharon's brand-new children's book, Kind Karl, right here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.