Podcasts about Compassion

In Season 14 of Therapy & Theology, we're learning what it means to live aware but not afraid. Together we'll explore topics like spiritual discernment, spiritual warfare, the armor of God, death and dying, heaven and hell, what Scripture says about the unseen realities behind the battles we face, and so much more.You see, there is a seen, physical reality to the things we experience, but then there is also an unseen, spiritual reality coexisting at the same time. While we don't want to ignore the enemy, we also don't want to give him too much credit.This season's episodes will help you:Recognize signs of Satan's deception and spiritual warfare through biblical discernment and wisdom.Process chaos, suffering, addiction, and sin while understanding the role the enemy can play in the midst of it all.Understand and apply the armor of God to the daily battles you face.Get honest about your doubts instead of ignoring them or allowing them to take root.Discover what the Bible really says about death, heaven, and hell.Plus, Therapy & Theology is linking arms with First 5 for a special crossover experience centered on a brand-new Bible study, Between Heaven and Here: Biblical Answers About the Spiritual Battle You're Facing. So get your copy of the Bible study, and subscribe to the Proverbs 31 Ministries YouTube Channel so you're notified as soon as Episode 1 drops!Links and resources we mention in this season:We're grateful to the American Association of Christian Counselors for being a yearlong sponsor of Therapy & Theology. When someone you care about is hurting, it's not always easy to know what to say or how to help. The fully online Caring for People God's Way Biblical Counseling Certificate Program, presented by the American Association of Christian Counselors and Light University, can help you feel more equipped to navigate those conversations with compassion and biblical Truth. And because you're part of the Therapy & Theology community, you can access the complete program for just $99 with a special scholarship. Visit LightUniversity.com/Proverbs31 to learn more.Go to Compassion.com/Lysa to join us in sponsoring a child through Compassion International today.Capstone Wellness provides residential treatment and custom therapy intensives that retrace hurt to the roots in a Christ-centered environment. You can learn more by visiting Capstonewellness.com/proverbs31 today.Click here for all Therapy & Theology links and resources.Click here to download a copy of the episode transcript.

Take a moment to appreciate the friends who know you, support you, and make your life richer with their presence, with author Alex Elle.How To Do This Practice: Take a few deep breaths: Inhale through your nose and exhale slowly, relaxing your shoulders and jaw. Bring a friend to mind: Think of someone who has become an important part of your life. Remember how they've known you: Reflect on the stories, experiences, and versions of yourself that this person has witnessed. Notice the ordinary moments: Bring to mind a laugh, conversation, meal, road trip, or small gesture that captures your friendship. Feel your gratitude: Let yourself appreciate what it means to be seen, remembered, supported, and accepted by a friend. Consider how you can show you care: Think of one small way you can tend to the friendship, whether by reaching out, checking in, or simply telling them you appreciate them. Scroll down for a transcription of this episode.Today's Guide:ALEX ELLE is a breathwork coach, author and restorative writing teacher.www.alexelle.com/aboutRelated Happiness Break episodes:A Meditation on Original Love and Interconnectedness:https://tinyurl.com/mu2uzs2cOur Deep Interconnectedness: https://tinyurl.com/y2epxyxnMaking Space for You, with Alex Elle: https://tinyurl.com/45arsb76Related Science of Happiness episodes:Why Compassion Requires Vulnerability: https://tinyurl.com/mrxsad33When It's Hard To Connect, Try Being Curious: https://tinyurl.com/mr32nwtvThe Contagious Power of Compassion: https://tinyurl.com/y6bpvbv5We'd love to hear about your experience with this practice! Share your thoughts at happinesspod@berkeley.edu or use the hashtag #happinesspod.Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aapHelp us share Happiness Break! Leave a 5-star review and share this link: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aapTranscription: https://tinyurl.com/mvhnrk5b

In this episode, John dives into the complexities of faith and power dynamics as he discusses the release of Dr. Kristin Kobes Du Mez's new book, "Live, Laugh, Love: The Secret History of White Christian Women and the World They Made." John and Dr. Du Mez explore how the seemingly innocuous phrase "live, laugh, love" masks a deeper narrative about submission, consumerism, and the intertwining of evangelical teachings with capitalism. They delve into the historical roots of these ideologies, tracing them back to 19th-century holiness theology and the impact it has had on generations of women.John and Dr. Du Mez also examine the troubling relationship between Christian nationalism and the empowerment of women, highlighting how many women have been conditioned to accept authoritarian structures in their personal and communal lives. The conversation touches on the role of multi-level marketing in perpetuating these narratives and how the ideals of beauty and holiness are often intertwined with economic success.Additionally, they discuss the implications of toxic empathy and the redefinition of compassion within religious communities, questioning how these shifts have led to a dangerous environment for those who challenge the status quo. With powerful insights and a critical lens, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersections of faith, gender, and power in contemporary society.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's episode of The New Mason Jar, Cindy and Dawn are joined by author and artist Jennifer Trafton to talk about her new book, If Only We Could See: Reimagining Creativity, Compassion, and Calling Through the Extraordinary Life of Lilias Trotter How Jennifer came to learn about Lilias Trotter How did the Keswick Movement impact Lilias? How did Lilias develop as an artist, and what was her connection with John Ruskin? How Lilias' way of seeing the world and people gave her a wider ministry What was George MacDonald's influence on Lilias? What Lilias' descriptive writing was like and how it encouraged others to see as she did To view the full show notes for this episode, please visit https://thenewmasonjar.com/152. 

What if the things that trigger you aren't simply problems to get rid of, but clues about what's happening beneath the surface? The situation that leaves you wondering, Why does this keep happening to me?In this episode of the InspirED Podcast, Andrea sits down with transformational speaker and corporate trainer Scott McKinley to explore how our triggers may reveal unconscious beliefs, interpretations, and habitual patterns that have been shaping our lives for years.Andrea and Scott explore how easily an old belief can become an interpretation, an interpretation can create an emotional response, and that response can influence our behavior before we've consciously examined what's actually happening.That's why Scott believes our triggers can become teachers.Because transformation doesn't happen once.It happens in the moment when the old reaction appears, and you recognize that you have another choice....CHAPTERS00:47 Introduction to Transformation and Change02:23 Scott's Journey to Coaching09:55 Understanding the Law of Attraction17:16 Recognizing Patterns and Triggers21:46 Building a Relationship with the Subconscious Mind26:35 The Illusion of Free Will and Automatic Thinking27:37 Neuroplasticity and Rewiring the Mind29:14 Triggers and the Power of Agency30:11 Accessing and Understanding Past Wounds33:13 Compassion and Self-Love as Foundations for Change36:15 Shifting Identities and Timelines41:16 The Observer Effect in Personal Growth47:21 Meditation as a Tool for Transformation49:57 Creating an Enlightened Society Through Self-Love51:20 Creating Your Own Reality52:07 Deep Dive Realignment VIP Day...RESOURCES ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠About Scott McKinleyTransformational speaker and corporate trainer who helps individuals, leaders, and organizations identify unconscious beliefs and habitual patterns through his Hidden Settings framework.Website Contact Scottcoachscottmckinley@gmail.comA Note About Concepts Discussed in This EpisodeThis conversation blends psychology-related concepts such as metacognition and neuroplasticity with spiritual and personal-development frameworks including the Law of Attraction, manifestation, “timeline shifting,” and the idea that thoughts create reality. These frameworks are discussed as Scott and Andrea's perspectives and practices and should not all be interpreted as established scientific claims.Andrea De La Cerda⁠⁠Deep Dive Realignment VIP Day⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Business Audit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The InspirED Rewrite⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TAG ANDREA ON INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andreadlc_coach⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...CONNECT WITH KANDULA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kandula Blogs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. . .ABOUT ANDREA DE LA CERDAAndrea De La Cerda is a highly accomplished communications professional with over 25 years of experience in the fields of advertising, communications, and marketing. Throughout her career, Andrea has held key positions in renowned advertising agencies, brand consultancies, and in-house marketing departments before creating Kandula. She possesses a deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends, allowing her to develop innovative communication strategies that resonate with diverse audiences. Andrea received both her B.A. in Advertising and Business Administration and an M.A. in Education from Pepperdine. She holds her Accreditation in Public Relations and is a member of PRSA.

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Healing Hearts: A Tale of Courage and Compassion in Crisis Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-10-01-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De geur van gevallen bladeren vermengd met vers hooi vulde de lucht rondom de schuur.En: The scent of fallen leaves mixed with fresh hay filled the air around the barn.Nl: Het ooft van felle herfstkleuren omlijstte de horizon terwijl de ochtendzon langzaam opklom.En: The fruit of bright autumn colors framed the horizon as the morning sun slowly climbed.Nl: Binnen in de schuur was het een drukte van belang; geïmproviseerde behandelstations staken schril af tegen de oude houten balken.En: Inside the barn, it was bustling with activity; makeshift treatment stations stood out sharply against the old wooden beams.Nl: Dit was het veldhospitaal van het kleine Nederlandse dorp dat hulp zo hard nodig had.En: This was the field hospital of the small Nederlandse village that so desperately needed help.Nl: Bas veegde het zweet van zijn voorhoofd, zijn blauwe ogen glinsterend van vastberadenheid.En: Bas wiped the sweat from his forehead, his blue eyes glistening with determination.Nl: "Iedereen verdient de beste zorg," dacht hij, vol hoop.En: "Everyone deserves the best care," he thought, full of hope.Nl: Zijn ambitie dreef hem.En: His ambition drove him.Nl: Hij wilde dat ieder patiënt met een glimlach vertrok.En: He wanted every patient to leave with a smile.Nl: Maar die ochtend bleek al snel uitdagender dan verwacht.En: But that morning quickly proved to be more challenging than expected.Nl: "Bas," zei Sofie, terwijl ze snel langs hem heen liep met een medische kast.En: "Bas," said Sofie as she hurried past him with a medical cabinet.Nl: Haar ervaring sprak boekdelen, haar ogen vol meterveld wijsheid.En: Her experience spoke volumes, her eyes full of field wisdom.Nl: "We hebben te weinig middelen.En: "We don't have enough resources.Nl: We moeten kiezen wie we nu kunnen helpen."En: We have to choose who we can help now."Nl: Bas keek om zich heen.En: Bas looked around.Nl: De rij zieken en gewonden leek eindeloos.En: The line of sick and wounded seemed endless.Nl: Het brak zijn hart.En: It broke his heart.Nl: "We kunnen niet zomaar iemand achterlaten, Sofie."En: "We can't just leave someone behind, Sofie."Nl: Sofie stopte en keek hem recht aan.En: Sofie stopped and looked him straight in the eye.Nl: "Soms is genoeg goed genoeg.En: "Sometimes enough is good enough.Nl: We moeten prioriteiten stellen."En: We have to set priorities."Nl: De spanning in de schuur werd zwaarder.En: The tension in the barn grew heavier.Nl: Even leek het alsof het tij zou keren, maar toen werd het stil.En: For a moment, it seemed as if the tide would turn, but then it became quiet.Nl: Een ernstig zieke vrouw werd binnengebracht.En: A seriously ill woman was brought in.Nl: Haar situatie was kritiek en vroeg om onmiddellijke aandacht.En: Her condition was critical and required immediate attention.Nl: Bas voelde zijn idealen wankelen.En: Bas felt his ideals falter.Nl: Hij raapte zichzelf bijeen en ging naar Sofie toe.En: He gathered himself and approached Sofie.Nl: Samen bespraken ze de situatie.En: Together they discussed the situation.Nl: Sofie gebruikte haar ervaring om snel en effectief te handelen.En: Sofie used her experience to act quickly and effectively.Nl: Bas gebruikte zijn frisheid om nieuwe oplossingen te overwegen.En: Bas used his freshness to consider new solutions.Nl: Ze werkten zij aan zij.En: They worked side by side.Nl: Bas leerde hoe belangrijk het was om flexibel te zijn, om keuzes te maken die op het moment juist waren.En: Bas learned how important it was to be flexible, to make choices that were right at the moment.Nl: Sofie zag in Bas haar jongere zelf, de passie die zij ooit voelde en die nu een beetje terugkwam door zijn inzet.En: Sofie saw in Bas her younger self, the passion she once felt, which was now somewhat rekindled through his dedication.Nl: Na een lange dag keken ze samen naar de zonsondergang.En: After a long day, they watched the sunset together.Nl: "Ik moet toegeven," zei Bas zacht, "ik snap nu beter hoe belangrijk samenwerken is en dat perfectie soms niet realistisch is."En: "I have to admit," Bas said softly, "I now better understand how important collaboration is and that perfection is sometimes not realistic."Nl: Sofie glimlachte, haar ogen zachter dan voorheen.En: Sofie smiled, her eyes softer than before.Nl: "En jij laat me zien waarom ik deze baan ooit koos," gaf ze toe.En: "And you remind me why I once chose this job," she admitted.Nl: "Je passie is aanstekelijk."En: "Your passion is contagious."Nl: Zo, met een wederzijds begrip en een hernieuwd respect, werkten ze verder.En: Thus, with a mutual understanding and renewed respect, they continued their work.Nl: De zorg voor de patiënten ging door, en in de stilte van de avond wisten ze dat het genoeg was.En: The care for the patients continued, and in the quiet of the evening, they knew it was enough.Nl: De zwaarte van de dag was verdwenen in het licht van hun samenwerking.En: The weight of the day had disappeared in the light of their collaboration. Vocabulary Words:scent: geurfallen: gevallenhay: hooihorizon: horizonbustling: druktemakeshift: geïmproviseerdetreatment: behandelstationsbeams: balkenfield hospital: veldhospitaaldesperately: harddetermination: vastberadenheidambition: ambitieresources: middelenwounded: gewondenendless: eindeloospriorities: prioriteitentension: spanningtide: tijcritical: kritiekideals: idealenflexible: flexibelrekindled: terugkwamcontagious: aanstekelijkcollaboration: samenwerkingrenewed: hernieuwdrespect: respectquiet: stiltecare: zorgburden: zwaartedisappeared: verdwenen

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Crisis & Compassion: Mid-Autumn at Tianye Hospital Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-10-01-07-38-19-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 黄昏时分，凉爽的秋风轻抚着田野医院的帐篷。En: At dusk, the cool autumn wind gently caressed the tents at Tianye Hospital.Zh: 这里临时搭建了许多急救床位，供不断涌入的患者使用。En: Many emergency beds were set up here temporarily for the continuous influx of patients.Zh: 李俊身穿白色护士服，忙碌地穿梭在病床之间，En: Li Jun, dressed in a white nurse's uniform, busily moved between the beds.Zh: 虽然心情如同这即将沉落的夕阳般沉重，但她依然微笑着安慰身边的病人。En: Although her mood was as heavy as the setting sun, she still smiled to comfort the patients around her.Zh: 李俊是个善于在混乱中保持冷静的护士，但此刻她内心深处的焦虑不安无时无刻不在骚动。En: Li Jun is a nurse who excels at staying calm amidst chaos, but at this moment, an incessant anxiety disturbed her deep inside.Zh: 病人越来越多，医院资源却面临枯竭。En: The number of patients was increasing, yet the hospital resources were depleting.Zh: 她心里希望每个病人都能得到最好的照顾，但能力有限，她感到压力山大。En: She hoped in her heart that every patient could receive the best care, but with limited ability, she felt immense pressure.Zh: 一旁的美琳正拎着一摞病历，疲惫而坚定地对着同事们分配工作。En: Beside her, Mei Lin was carrying a stack of medical records, distributing tasks to her colleagues with a weary yet determined demeanor.Zh: 作为医生，她以快速思维和领导能力见长。En: As a doctor, she was known for her quick thinking and leadership skills.Zh: 然而，面对当前这场突如其来的危机，她忧心忡忡。En: However, faced with this sudden crisis, she was deeply concerned.Zh: 今晚是中秋节，她承诺过要与家人共度，En: Tonight was the Mid-Autumn Festival, and she had promised to spend it with her family.Zh: 可她明白，眼下的重担难以丢下。En: Yet, she understood that the heavy burden at hand was difficult to set aside.Zh: 就在此时，李俊心生一计，En: At that moment, Li Jun had an idea.Zh: 她暂停脚步，深吸一口气，决心向社区寻求帮助。En: She paused, took a deep breath, and decided to seek help from the community.Zh: 她想让志愿者们来处理一些非紧急事务，好让她专注于危重病人。En: She wanted volunteers to handle some non-urgent tasks so she could focus on critical patients.Zh: 与此同时，美琳也放下了自以为是的固执，通过网络向同行们寻求建议，接受了他们的支持与帮助。En: Meanwhile, Mei Lin let go of her stubbornness and sought advice from fellow professionals online, accepting their support and assistance.Zh: 她明白，只有集思广益，才能尽快找到有效的解决办法。En: She realized that only by pooling ideas could an effective solution be quickly found.Zh: 夜幕降临，月亮圆满如镜，象征着中秋团圆。En: As night fell, the moon was full and bright, symbolizing Mid-Autumn reunions.Zh: 病房内，灯光交错着洒下阵阵温暖。En: In the ward, the overlapping lights shed warm glows.Zh: 李俊和美琳远离喧嚣，和志愿者们组成了一个新的护理轮班，使得医院运作缓住了即将濒临崩溃的局面。En: Li Jun and Mei Lin, distancing themselves from the clamor, formed a new caregiving shift with the volunteers, allowing the hospital operations to stabilize from a near-collapse state.Zh: 望着窗外的圆月，李俊和美琳终于有了片刻宁静，En: Gazing at the full moon outside, Li Jun and Mei Lin finally found a moment of peace.Zh: 她们分享着一块月饼，那甜蜜的滋味在口中绽放。En: They shared a piece of mooncake, the sweet taste blossoming in their mouths.Zh: 窗外传来远处人群的欢声笑语，她们心中默默感到一股成就感和深深的联系。En: Laughter and cheer from distant crowds reached from outside the window, filling them with a silent sense of accomplishment and deep connection.Zh: 这个秋天的中秋夜，李俊和美琳学会了新东西。En: On this Mid-Autumn night of autumn, Li Jun and Mei Lin learned something new.Zh: 李俊发现自己能够适应挑战，并依靠团队的力量解决问题。En: Li Jun discovered that she could adapt to challenges and rely on the power of the team to solve problems.Zh: 美琳则懂得接受帮助，学会了从容地分配责任，而非独自抗下所有。En: Mei Lin understood the importance of accepting help and learned to calmly delegate responsibilities rather than bearing everything alone.Zh: 这一天，尽管艰辛，但却是她们人生中难忘的一瞬。En: Despite the hardships, this day became an unforgettable moment in their lives. Vocabulary Words:dusk: 黄昏caressed: 轻抚influx: 涌入amidst: 中间incessant: 无时无刻不depleting: 枯竭immense: 山大weary: 疲惫demeanor: 态度stubbornness: 固执clandestine: 偷偷摸摸clamor: 喧嚣stabilize: 稳定near-collapse: 濒临崩溃gazing: 望着mooncake: 月饼accomplishment: 成就感conglomerate: 集团adapt: 适应delegate: 分配responsibility: 责任unforgettable: 难忘tent: 帐篷crisis: 危机temporarily: 临时acquaintance: 熟人leadership: 领导能力volunteer: 志愿者gleam: 微光realm: 领域

Hi Blubirds, It takes a lot to create a piece of art with someone, let alone an entire tarot deck with 78 pieces of hand-craft paintings and personal prayers. For this episode in the mini series, Lily and I really wanted to sit down and speak into the greatest teachings we've cultivated within our friendship over the last three years. We speak into the six pillars that have shaped our relationship: The many moments of tension that came through creating the Heavenly Bodies Tarot together, our time in the Amazon, and what happens when two very different people choose to remain in the fire rather than protect a false sense of harmony.  (And it's quite a funny episode, at that). I feel this is a conversation a lot of women will relate to… what it takes to allow ourselves to be truly seen. It's really an exploration of the work beneath our meaningful connection. The difficult conversations, the mirrors we've become for one another, the willingness to tell the truth with love, and the beautiful depth that becomes available when friendship is treated with the same devotion we so often reserve for romantic partnership. Perhaps the question underneath it all is a simple one: Do we want convenient friendships, or honest ones?  Thank you for being here. All my love, Blu Heavenly Bodies Tarot: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HB125M7H?... Read about all things Tarot: https://www.instagram.com/weareheavenlybodies/ __________ Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 3:55 - The Six Pillars of Sisterhood  4:22 - Pillar 1: Self-Responsibility 6:35 - Pillar 2: Staying in the fire 11:38 - Pillar 3: Devotion to Honesty 19:40 - The Wokon Language & Arguments 23:40 - Pillar 4: Co-Creating Together 28:13 - Pillar 5: Doing Hard Things & The Amazon Jungle 37:32 - Pillar 6: The Gift of Deep Love 40:06 - Real Tension, "Shanding" & Respect 59:28 - Gratitude, Compassion, "LAM's" and "BAM's" 1:06:55 - Tarot Pull 1:13:20 - Closing Remarks  __________ Lily Ashwell is an artist, author and teacher devoted to exploring the symbolic languages of the soul. Through her work, she invites others into a deeper relationship with the archetypal patterns that shape our lives, encouraging a path of self-inquiry, creative expression and remembrance. Writer of the best-selling Heavenly Bodies Astrology Deck, her illustrations have been introduced to tens of thousands of readers on viewing astrology as a living, experiential practice. Through her writing, teaching and creative projects, Lily encourages others to see life as a sacred curriculum ~ one that continually guides us back to the truth of who we are. Work With Lily: https://www.lilyashwell.com/ Substack: https://substack.com/@lilyashwell Connect: https://www.instagram.com/lilyashwell/ __________ Blu is a motivational speaker, artist, musician & host of the Deja Blu Podcast with over 4 million listeners worldwide. She is also an artist, illustrator and writer for the Heavenly Bodies Tarot created alongside artist and writer, Lily Ashwell. Join The Substack: https://substack.com/@bluofearth "6 Things Losing Words Taught Me About Being Human": https://bluofearth.substack.com/p/6-things-losing-words-taught-me-about Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluofearth/ Connect With The Deja Blu Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/dejablupodcast/ __________ 

For episode 296 Tim Desmond returns to the Metta Hour to discuss his new book series with Sharon.Tim Desmond is a psychotherapist, best-selling author, Distinguished Faculty Scholar at Antioch University, and student of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hạnh, under whom he was ordained into the Order of Interbeing in 2005. Founder of Peer Collective, and co-founder of Morning Sun Mindfulness Center, Tim lives in Oakland, CA, and teaches mindfulness and self-compassion practices to audiences around the world. He is the author of several books including Buddhist Practices for Healing Trauma, and Buddhist Practices for Overcoming Depression, released by W. W. Norton & Company in 2026, and the forthcoming Buddhist Practices for Calming Anxiety. This is Tim's second appearance on the Metta Hour Podcast.In this conversation, Sharon and Tim speak about:• Tim's new book series• Buddhism for mental health• Right and wrong mindfulness• Thich Nhat Hanh's influence on Tim's teaching • Buddhist Practices for Healing Trauma book• The “whole path” approach to mental health• The mind as the garden for working with trauma • What trauma-informed practice is• The better way to catch a snake• The Doors of Liberation teachings for trauma• Buddhist Practices for Overcoming Depression book• The role of Faith in working with depression• Cultivating the motivation/energy for healing• The self-sabotaging aspect of depression• Self-understanding is loving awareness • What offers resilience in the face of suffering • Thich Nhat Hanh's Froglessness teaching• An update on Peer CollectiveAdditional ResourcesThe episode closes with a guided meditation from Tim. You can learn more about Tim's work right here and learn about Peer Collective right here.Related Metta Hour EpisodesEpisode 194 Tim Desmond's first appearance on the Metta Hour, released in 2021.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

LIVE from ILADS: Tick Boot Camp sits down with Mindy Tobin Daigle, MSN, APRN-BC, a nurse practitioner whose approach to Lyme disease and complex chronic illness was profoundly shaped by her own experience as a patient. Before treating people with Lyme disease, Mindy lived it. After years of misdiagnosis, she was diagnosed with Lyme disease in 2010 following earlier tick exposures. Her illness became multisystemic and severe, affecting her heart, brain, joints, gastrointestinal system, bladder, skin, muscles, and more. At her sickest, she describes being bed-bound, wheelchair-bound, experiencing seizures and aphasia, and dependent on others for basic care. That experience gave her a mission: become the healthcare provider she needed when she was sick and searching for answers. This conversation goes far beyond Lyme disease treatment. Mindy and Tick Boot Camp explore medical gaslighting, listening to patients, compassion versus empathy, realistic expectations for chronic illness recovery, the importance of self-compassion, finding your physical and emotional "edges," and why progress is often measured in inches rather than feet. This interview was recorded live at the ILADS conference, so you may hear some of the energy and background activity of the event throughout the conversation. A Nurse Practitioner Who Became the Patient Mindy was already a trained medical professional when she became seriously ill. Her first reported tick bite occurred in South Africa in 1997, followed by additional exposures while she was working as a nurse in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Despite her medical training and access to healthcare, Lyme disease wasn't initially identified as the explanation for her growing collection of symptoms. Mindy describes repeatedly mentioning her history of tick bites only to have the possibility dismissed. Eventually, during a severe pain crisis, physician Dr. Ted Gillespie spent significant time listening to her history and asked a simple question: What about Lyme disease? Testing through Labcorp produced a positive Western blot, but Mindy says that even with that result, she continued encountering resistance to the diagnosis. Eventually, she found her way to Dr. Patricia Salvato in Houston and began treatment. Becoming the Practitioner She Needed Mindy made herself a promise during her illness: If she recovered, she would become the practitioner she had needed when she was lost and sick. That commitment eventually brought her to ILADS. At her first ILADS conference in 2013, Mindy heard the late Dr. Christine Green speak. The following week, she cold-called Dr. Green's office in San Francisco and asked if she could shadow her. That decision turned into a professional relationship lasting more than a decade. Mindy says her personal development as a Lyme patient became inseparable from her professional development as a clinician. From Sympathy to Empathy to Compassion One of the most powerful themes in this conversation is the evolution from sympathy to empathy to compassion. Mindy describes having sympathy as a young nurse and developing greater empathy with experience. After becoming seriously ill herself, she says she developed something deeper: compassion. Her definition of compassion centers on being willing to sit with another person's pain without judgment, interference, or adding to their suffering. For a Lyme patient who has spent years being dismissed, questioned, rushed, or told symptoms are unexplained, simply encountering a practitioner who genuinely listens can be meaningful. What Compassionate Lyme Care Looks Like Compassion isn't simply being nice to patients. For Mindy, it changes how she practices. When a patient arrives overwhelmed, crying, angry, frustrated, struggling with technology, or simply exhausted from managing chronic illness, her first goal isn't to rush through a checklist. She meets the patient where they are. She tells patients: We're not in a rush. The goal is to take the time needed to understand the person in front of her and determine what needs attention. That approach can be particularly important for patients with complex chronic illnesses who may arrive at an appointment carrying years of symptoms, medical records, failed treatments, fear, and frustration. Medical Gaslighting & the Importance of Listening Mindy also discusses the medical dismissal she experienced during her own illness and what patients often describe as medical gaslighting. The conversation explores why healthcare professionals may dismiss patient experiences even when a patient presents with a complicated history or evidence that warrants further investigation. Mindy emphasizes something deceptively simple: Remain curious. A practitioner doesn't have to immediately know every answer. But when something doesn't make sense, curiosity can keep the diagnostic process moving instead of shutting the patient down. For Mindy, listening and believing that a patient is genuinely experiencing what they describe are foundational to the therapeutic relationship. The Last Five Minutes Mindy has developed a practice she calls The Last 5 Minutes: 8 Concepts and Contemplations in Healing. After spending most of an appointment discussing symptoms, medical decision-making, treatment, and care planning, she reserves the final minutes for something different: Healing. It's a moment to put the metaphorical pencils down and talk heart-to-heart about what the patient is experiencing beyond laboratory results and treatment protocols. Her eight concepts and contemplations include: Keyhole Sunset Progress is made in inches, not feet Awareness, Acceptance, Compassion Pain is Information This is your Hero's Journey Healing is possible, with or without a cure Find a micron of joy and build on it Do what you need to do, rest when you need to rest, force nothing Mindy's original essay on the eight concepts offers a deeper exploration of the philosophy she discusses during this interview. Progress Is Made in Inches, Not Feet People with chronic Lyme disease are understandably in a hurry. They want their health back. They want their careers, relationships, independence, energy, and lives back. But recovery doesn't always move at the speed a patient wants. Mindy prepares patients for the possibility of a long process in which progress isn't perfectly linear. There can be improvements followed by setbacks. Instead of interpreting every setback as failure, she encourages patients to recognize that regression can sometimes occur within a larger pattern of progression. Mindy expands on this philosophy in Progress Comes in Inches, Not Feet. Self-Compassion During Lyme Recovery Chronic illness can create a destructive cycle of self-blame. Patients may think: Why aren't I better yet? Did I do something wrong? Why can't my body handle this? Why can't I do what I used to do? Mindy explains that even an excellent medical treatment plan doesn't automatically resolve the patient's relationship with themselves. Healing may also require learning to stop being at war with your own body. That doesn't mean giving up on improvement. It means learning how to pursue improvement without constantly punishing yourself for where you are today. Her writing on self-compassion and healing explores this balance between accepting present limitations and continuing to move forward. Finding Your Edges One of Mindy's most useful metaphors is finding your edges. After extensive treatment, she reached a point where she could no longer tolerate additional treatment in the same way. She learned to recognize the boundaries of what her body could currently handle. Rather than treating those boundaries as permanent walls, she describes living as well as possible within her edges — and periodically testing whether those edges can expand. If you can stand and wash dishes for five minutes, perhaps eventually you try seven. Small improvements matter. Progress in inches can eventually create meaningful change. Sometimes Progress Means Rest Pushing isn't always the answer. Sometimes the next productive step is doing less. Mindy distinguishes genuine restorative rest from simply lying down while remaining mentally stimulated by television, phones, scrolling, or other distractions. The challenge is learning when to push an edge and when the body genuinely needs recovery. That requires awareness, patience, and wisdom. For a practitioner, it also means understanding that two patients with similar diagnoses may need very different guidance at a particular moment. A Biopsychosocial Approach to Lyme Disease Mindy describes her clinical approach as biopsychosocial. That means considering the patient's: Biology Psychology Social environment Physical limitations Emotional health Relationships Stressors Daily circumstances Complex chronic illness doesn't occur in isolation from the rest of a person's life. Treatment may target infections and physical dysfunction, but healing can also involve how someone relates to their illness, themselves, and the world around them. Mindy's own experience as both patient and practitioner gives her a particularly personal perspective on those intersections. Can Having Lyme Disease Make Someone a Different Practitioner? The conversation explores a provocative question: Does personally experiencing Lyme disease change someone's ability to care for Lyme patients? Mindy says her own illness gave her an understanding she didn't have beforehand. She can recognize nuances between different kinds of fatigue, pain, and physical limitations because she has experienced them. At the same time, she points to her longtime mentor Dr. Christine Green as an example of an accomplished Lyme clinician who did not personally have Lyme disease. The distinction isn't that someone must have Lyme disease to become an excellent practitioner. Rather, lived experience can provide another form of knowledge — one that can complement medical education and clinical expertise. Working with Ravel Health At the time of this interview, Mindy had recently begun working with Ravel Health, a virtual care platform focused on complex chronic illness. She explains that the model gives her greater flexibility to structure her schedule around both her patients' needs and her own ongoing health limitations. That matters because Mindy continues to manage symptoms herself. The flexibility allows her to dedicate significant attention to a patient while also building recovery time between demanding appointments. For Mindy, finding a sustainable way to practice is another extension of the same compassion she encourages patients to develop for themselves. The Human Capacity to Overcome The interview ends with hope. Despite everything Mindy has personally experienced — and everything she sees among people living with complex chronic illness — what repeatedly impresses her is the human capacity to overcome adversity. She watches patients face enormous physical and emotional challenges, adapt, continue forward, and sometimes emerge with a different understanding of themselves and their lives. That doesn't minimize how difficult Lyme disease can be. It recognizes that even within an extraordinarily difficult journey, healing, growth, purpose, and progress remain possible. About Mindy Tobin Daigle, MSN, APRN-BC Mindy Tobin Daigle, MSN, APRN-BC is an adult health nurse practitioner with decades of nursing and clinical experience. She has worked extensively with people navigating Lyme disease, vector-borne illness, chronic fatigue, chronic pain, and other complex chronic conditions. For more than a decade, she collaborated with Lyme disease specialist Dr. Christine Green at Green Oaks Medical Center. Her professional work has been profoundly influenced by her own experience as a Lyme disease patient. Read Mindy's The Last 5 Minutes: 8 Concepts and Contemplations in Healing and her related writings about progress in chronic Lyme disease and self-compassion during healing. Key Topics in This Episode Lyme disease, chronic Lyme disease, Mindy Daigle, Lyme disease nurse practitioner, Lyme disease recovery, medical gaslighting, patient validation, compassion in healthcare, empathy, self-compassion, chronic illness recovery, Lyme disease misdiagnosis, Lyme disease treatment, healing from chronic illness, progress in inches, finding your edges, biopsychosocial medicine, patient-centered care, chronic fatigue, chronic pain, Lyme disease advocacy, Ravel Health, Christine Green, and ILADS. About This LIVE from ILADS Interview This short-form conversation was recorded in person at the 2025 International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society Annual Scientific Conference, From Terrain to Treatment: Advances in Vector-Borne Illness, held October 9–12, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. Because these interviews were recorded live at the conference, they have a different feel from Tick Boot Camp's traditional long-form virtual and studio conversations — shorter, focused, and surrounded by the activity of one of the world's major gatherings of Lyme and tick-borne disease clinicians, researchers, advocates, and innovators. Explore all Tick Boot Camp LIVE from ILADS interviews. More from Tick Boot Camp Hear more conversations with Lyme disease doctors and healthcare professionals about diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and complex tick-borne illness. Explore the Tick Boot Camp Podcast for patient stories and conversations with doctors, researchers, advocates, and other members of the Lyme disease community — all designed to educate, validate, build community, and reinforce that healing is possible. Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/tick-boot-camp/d1b1d869-51e3-4c37-b025-8a57cb2bd5cb

How trauma therapists can apply polyvagal theory to recognize physiological cues, understand survival responses, and use co-regulation to support safety, connection, and re-embodiment. If psychotherapy is about reconnecting to a genuine expression of self, how do we support connection and embodiment in clients who've experienced complex trauma?  One noted clinician believes that polyvagal theory offers vital tools for this journey, provided therapists can hold space for vulnerability during the process of co-regulation. On this episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth welcomes back Stephen Porges, Ph.D., the renowned behavioral neuroscientist, professor, and author who, in 1994, originated the polyvagal theory framework: a systems-level, pathway-specific model of autonomic regulation. This conversation explores:  Compassion in the context of the nervous system How physiological state drives behavior How to reinterpret trauma responses as supportive, evolutionary nervous system reactions, not maladaptive strategies The concept of neuroception (the body's automatic threat-detection process)  How co-regulation, emotional availability, and prosodic voice help clients feel safe Transforming Trauma is grateful to Stephen Porges for once again sharing his life's work with our community and supporting trauma patients on their journey back to somatic understanding of self.  To read the full show notes and discover more resources, visit https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com/transformingtrauma SPACE: SPACE is an Inner Development Program of Support and Self-Discovery for Therapists on the Personal, Interpersonal, and Transpersonal Levels offered by the Complex Trauma Training Center. This experiential learning program offers an immersive group experience designed to cultivate space for self-care, community support, and deepening vitality in our professional role as therapists. Learn more about how to join. *** The Complex Trauma Training Center: https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com View upcoming trainings: https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com/schedule/ Join us for this a transformative 2-day Intro to NARM® online workshop: https://bit.ly/narmintro *** The Complex Trauma Training Center (CTTC) is a professional organization providing clinical training, education, consultation, and mentorship for psychotherapists and mental health professionals working with individuals and communities impacted by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Complex Trauma (C-PTSD). CTTC provides NARM® Therapist and NARM® Master Therapist Training programs, as well as ongoing monthly groups in support of those learning NARM. CTTC offers a depth-oriented professional community for those seeking a supportive network of therapists focused on three levels of shared human experience: personal, interpersonal & transpersonal. The Transforming Trauma podcast embodies the spirit of CTTC – best described by its three keywords: depth, connection, and heart - and offers guidance to those interested in effective, transformational trauma-informed care. We want to connect with you! Facebook @complextraumatrainingcenter Instagram @cttc_training LinkedIn YouTube

CJ and Hector compare this week's comics, from Absolute Cassandra Cain and Daredevil to World's Finest, Dungeons & Dragons: Ravenloft, and Absolute Green Arrow. Then they debut Let There Be Light, a game where they match Seinfeld characters to the Green Lantern emotional spectrum. Who gets a ring, and can they find anyone in Seinfeld who represents compassion?

In this episode of the Foster Friendly Podcast, hosts Kristin Allender and Travis Vangsnes interview Sophia Pantoja who shares her experiences growing up in the foster care system. Sophia discusses her journey from entering care at age ten due to her parents' drug addiction to her experiences in various foster homes and a group home. She reflects on the challenges she faced, including behavioral issues, feelings of isolation, and the impact of her upbringing on her maturity. Sophia also shares a harrowing experience with sex trafficking after running away from a group home, emphasizing the importance of awareness and support for vulnerable youth. The conversation concludes with Sophia offering valuable insights for foster parents on how to create a safe and open environment for their foster children. She also reflects on her transition from nursing to social work, driven by her desire to help others. The conversation concludes with insights into the I Belong project, which aims to support foster children in finding adoptive families.Checkout the I Belong Project: https://americaskidsbelong.org/meet-the-kids/TakeawaysSophia entered foster care at age ten due to parental drug addiction.She experienced multiple placements, including a group home.Behavioral issues stemmed from feeling misunderstood and isolated.Coping mechanisms included seeking independence and maturity.Sophia's experiences shaped her perspective on adulthood.She emphasizes the importance of not feeling alone in struggles.Trafficking can occur when youth feel they have no safe options.Foster parents should create an open and supportive environment.Many foster homes are not safe spaces for children.Building trust is crucial for foster youth to share their experiences. It's important to help foster kids see their self-worth.Foster children need a sense of normalcy and freedom.Shared experiences can empower foster youth.Love and stability are essential for foster children.Foster alumni can provide valuable insights to current foster kids.Transitioning from nursing to social work can be fulfilling.Foster care has both positives and negatives.Encouragement is vital for foster alumni.Compassion is crucial in the field of social work.The I Belong project helps connect foster kids with families. Thank you for listening to this episode of The Foster Friendly Podcast.Learn more about being a foster or adoptive parent or supporting those who are in your community.Meet kids awaiting adoption.Join us in helping kids in foster care by donating $18 a month and change the lives of foster kids before they age out.Visit AmericasKidsBelong.org and click the donate button to help us change the outcomes of kids in foster care.

Discover the transformative power of self-compassion with this guided meditation designed to elevate your emotional well-being. As humans, we're a tapestry of complex emotions—ranging from uplifting highs to challenging lows. Stop labeling emotions like anger, jealousy, or sadness as 'bad.' Instead, join us today to embrace these feelings with mindful awareness and gentle care. Elevate your emotional intelligence, soften self-judgment, and find a balanced emotional state. #GuidedMeditation #SelfCompassion #EmotionalWellBeing #Mindfulness #EmbraceYourEmotionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/find-your-daily-calm/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Leonardo Marchini, DDS, MSD, PhD, Professor and DEO of the Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, and Brendan Young, PhD, MBA, Associate Professor of Preventive and Community Dentistry, The University of Iowa, discuss their article "Beyond Hand Skills: A Case Analysis of Empathy and Critical Thinking Instruction", published in the Journal of the California Dental Association's Blue Sky Thinking Collection. They explore behavioral science, patient-centered communication, self-reflection and innovative tools designed to prepare dental students for more thoughtful patient care.

This gentle exploration invites us to take up space in our body, to explore the qualities of Self energy and how these resonate in our body. Where do we find the more Yin qualities of Confidence, Courage, Clarity and Curiosity. Where do we find the more Yin qualities of Compassion, Creativity, Creativity and Calm. If you are interested in exploring your inner world with Carolyn get in touch: info@carolynbaynes.co.uk

What happens when life doesn't go according to plan?In Acts 23:12–35, Paul finds himself at the center of a deadly plot, surrounded by circumstances completely outside of his control. But what looked like disruption, danger, and uncertainty couldn't stop what God had already spoken.Our plans may fail, but God's plans always prevail.In this message, we're reminded that God can use anyone, anything, and even the circumstances we never would have chosen to accomplish His purpose. We'll also look at the importance of testing our feelings against Scripture, allowing the Holy Spirit to correct us, and keeping the mission of sharing Jesus at the center of our lives.Your plans may change. The route may look different than you expected. But God is still working.

Send us Fan MailHave you ever had that thought, where you're done comparing yourself to others, and you start comparing yourself to your previous self and realized that you are actually worse off now than you were in the past? And remember that old saying of how you should only compare yourself to your past to make sure you're always better than that?and then you sit here and realize well, no, maybe i've regressed, maybe i'm actually not getting better, maybe i'm a LOSERNo, you're not, and this episode i wanted to be honest about my own self loathing spirals that i go through and allow y'all to see that you are not alone. And if you've never experienced this, GOOD, but please be kind to your friends who might be feeling this way!If you, or anyone you know would like to guest on the show, please feel free to dm me on instagram @breakingdownthebreakdownpod or email me at breakingdownthebreakdown@outlook.comSupport the showEmail me at breakingdownthebreakdown@outlook.comor you can find me on instagram at @breakingdownthebreakdownpod

A two-year-old child in the Netherlands was euthanized, and the decision was described as careful and compassionate. But when someone is suffering, what does compassion actually require of us? Today on Tuesday in Ten, I'm talking about the value of every human life, the care we owe those who suffer, and our duty to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves.Shop MyFreedomCart for trusted, American-made products that support your values.http://myfreedomcart.com/heidiShow mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentionsWebsite | http://heidistjohn.comSupport the show! | http://donorbox.org/donation-827Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohnYoutube |    / @‌heidistjohnpodcast  Instagram | @‌heidistjohnFacebook | Heidi St. JohnX | @‌heidistjohnFaith That Speaks Online CommunitySubmit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | http://heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

Author, speaker, and neuroscience educator Sarah Peyton joins me to explore what happens when attachment theory, Nonviolent Communication, and the science of resonance come together.   Together we explore:   Why feeling understood is so important for your child's developing brain, nervous system, and sense of self. The fascinating difference between empathy and resonance, and why that distinction matters in our relationships with our kids. How your own attachment history can influence the way you respond when your child is upset, reactive, or pushing your buttons. Why the same behavior from your child might barely bother you one day, and feel completely intolerable the next. How Nonviolent Communication can help you look beneath your child's behavior and get curious about the feelings and needs driving it. The surprising connection between secure attachment and independence, and why pushing children to become more independent can sometimes have the opposite effect. How becoming more resonant with your child can begin to shift your own attachment patterns too. Why changing the way you relate to your child doesn't happen overnight, but can profoundly change your relationship over time.   Whether you're trying to break patterns from your own childhood, understand why certain parenting moments feel so triggering, or simply want to feel more connected to your child, this conversation offers a fascinating new way to think about what it really means to feel seen, understood, and securely connected.     LEARN MORE ABOUT MY GUEST:

Compassion is starting to rival mindfulness as the next most popular up-and-coming form of secular meditation. But what is compassion? Compassion, from the Buddhist perspective, is not just empathizing with others' suffering, but actively wishing to take it away.Episode 28. What Is Compassion?If you'd like to practice with others and bring these ideas into your life, join our weekly meditation community with Scott.

Most leaders are promoted because they're excellent at strategy, operations, or delivering results. But very few are ever taught how to lead people or give feedback. And that's where things fall apart.Rebecca Dhrimaj is on a mission to redefine what leadership looks like in the C-suite and beyond. As a Chief Empathy Officer of The Empathy Collective, Rebecca empowers leaders to coach teams and give honest feedback through change, one conversation at a time.Rebecca shares how she “stumbled into” her business model through lived experience and hard-earned insight. She walks us through a powerful case study of her work with a large customer excellence team, where leadership training directly mapped to measurable improvements in employee engagement and change readiness scores. This isn't theory—it's tangible impact.We also talk about why leaders often rise because of their technical and business acumen, but are rarely equipped with the skills to navigate human emotion. Rebecca explains why starting with a WHY of genuine care and understanding your team's collective strengths can transform even the most disruptive change into momentum instead of burnout.To access the episode transcript, go to www.TheEmpathyEdge.com and search by episode title.Listen in for…Rebecca's Three Phases of Change Readiness ModelCreating more effective one-on-ones that include proactive career conversationsWhy you have to do the inner work as a leader to best lift your team and organizationHow to build honest two-way feedback with your team "You don't necessarily have to always be on the lookout for things, but if you're asking the right questions in your one-on-ones with your people, floodgates will open, and they will talk, and they will share." — Rebecca DhrimajEpisode References: Rebecca's Action Learning Coaching Guide: https://bit.ly/4rG0LPmThe Middle Matters: A Toolkit for Middle Managers by Jeff SigalArticle in Change Conversations newsletter referencing Meet Your Inner Team cardsThe Empathy Edge podcast:Rebecca Geshuri: When Good Moms Feel Bad and Why Supporting Them is a Leadership ImperativeJamie Greenwood: Why Empathy for Others Starts with Compassion for YourselfAbout Rebecca Dhrimaj, Chief Empathy Officer, The Empathy Collective:As Chief Empathy Officer, Rebecca's mission is to redefine the role of the C-Suite by empowering leaders to coach people through change, one conversation at a time. After leading change management for an organizational restructuring, she noticed there was a lack of tools available to leaders dealing with the human side of change: the emotions, the fear, the resistance. She discovered that when leaders start with a WHY of caring and an intimate understanding of their team's collective strengths, any change is possible. When she is not preparing teams for change, she laces up her running shoes and tunes into an audiobook. Fun fact: she has lived in the US, Belgium, the Netherlands, and France and always has a secret stash of Belgian chocolate.Connect with Rebecca:The Empathy Collective and Resilient Change Leader™ course: theempathycollective.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rebeccadhrimaj Podcast - Return on Empathy: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/return-on-empathy/id1750060452 From Our Sponsor:Get$500 off with code EDGE500 at checkout: retreat.therisingmastermind.comConnect with Maria:Get Maria's books: Red-Slice.com/booksHire Maria to speak: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossTake the LinkedIn Learning Courses! Leading with Empathy and Balancing Empathy, Accountability, and Results as a Leader LinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaFacebook: Red SliceAre You Overpaying for Employee Benefits Without Knowing It? Take the free 10-minute benefits audit at https://findbetterbenefits.org/ Join Maria at The Rising Executive Women's Retreat, Nov. 4-7. Use code "Edge500" to get $500.00 off! Slots are going fast. https://retreat.therisingmastermind.com/

In this brief reflection Mary shares some thoughts on contemplative practice and how it can ground us and offer us a foundation from which to move through the world with steadiness and peace.Recorded Sept. 28, 2026 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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Learn the importance of praying from experience and with authority. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

In this episode, we talk about why cultivating a generous heart is deeply beneficial to ourselves. Have any thoughts or questions you would like to share? Email me at dailydharmapodcast@gmail.com - I would love to hear from you.Apologies again for a late upload. I will be switching the upload schedule to make sure our next episode will be up on Sunday this week. Thank you to everyone for being here. Take care and be well.

Jesus couldn't help himself.  Yes, Jesus did many signs and  miracles to slowly reveal that indeed He was the Son of God, but it was often for another reason, Jesus had compassion.  He had compassion on a grieving widow whose son had died bringing him back to life with his words.   He had compassion on the hungry multitudes listening to him for three days with no food to eat.  He had compassion on crowds who were lost, helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.  He had compassion on the blind who could not see.  He had compassion on, well, on everyone.   In every instance, Jesus didn't just notice the need—He took action, allowing His heart to be moved into compassionate service for those right in front of Him. But His example doesn't end in the pages of Scripture; it calls us to follow in His steps. Who has God placed in front of you today? Take a moment to look around your daily life, your neighborhood, and your workplace. Where might God be calling you to open your eyes, notice someone in need, and reflect the very same heart of Christ's compassion? Ruth 2:8-16 Philippians 2:1-4 Mark 1:40-45

Born Free USA returns to Maria's Mutts & Stuff! Maria chats with CEO Angela Grimes about all the work they do to protect wild animals around the world, with campaigns, sanctuaries and more.This Thursday Oct 1st is their Wild at Heart fundraiser in NYC (mc'd by Maria) Learn more and see how you can help: BORNFREEUSA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Notes Matthew 21:33-46 Exodus 20:1-4, 7-9, 12-20 In this episode of the Pulpit Fiction Podcast, hosts Eric Fistler and Rob McCoy delve into the parable of the wicked tenants from Matthew 21. They explore the implications of the parable in the context of Jewish leadership and the rejection of prophets, emphasizing the need for accountability and the importance of producing good fruits in ministry. The conversation highlights the role of empathy and transformation in addressing issues of injustice and the call for churches to reflect on their impact in the community. The episode also touches on the significance of stewardship and the responsibility of congregations to care for the least of these. In this episode, Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy delve into the themes of worship, the significance of the Ten Commandments, and the relevance of the Sabbath in contemporary life. They explore the importance of benedictions in worship, the need for a holistic understanding of the commandments, and the implications of misusing God's name. The conversation emphasizes the commandments' role in fostering community and justice, while also challenging listeners to examine their priorities and the cultural relevance of these ancient laws. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Parable of the Wicked Tenants 02:28 Context of the Parable in Matthew 21 04:00 Jesus' Parable and Its Immediate Response 05:22 Historical and Theological Interpretations 07:38 Addressing Anti-Semitism and Misinterpretations 09:15 Justice, Injustice, and Modern Applications 12:02 Hope and New Leadership in the Parable 16:37 The Role of Empathy and Compassion 22:51 God's Response and the Rejection of Violence 24:38 Invitation to Justice and Transformation 27:43 Sanctified Art Advent Resources 31:21 Exodus 20 and the Ten Commandments 34:16 The Heart of the Commandments: Love and Rest 39:40 Living the Commandments Today 44:31 Misusing the Name of God and Justice 48:15 Universal Humanity and the Commandments 50:22 Justice in Society and Economy 52:13 Closing and Call to Reflection

Feeling unseen or unsure of your worth in a struggling marriage can be lonely and multiply the challenges you are experiencing. In this episode I share some lessons that, upon reflection, I think are some of the most important for either cleaning up your current marriage or moving on after a divorce. This is a great podcast for you want some guidance, and hope while navigating a difficult relationship. Thanks for listening!  Want to learn more about this concept?  Check out these podcasts: #11 I Am Enough on Apple on Spotify #34 Self-Compassion on Apple on Spotify #78 Playing Small  on Apple  on Spotify #103 The Case For Curiosity on Apple on Spotify #118 100% Responsibility  on Apple  on Spotify #125 Love It Before You Leave It on Apple on Spotify #137 Not Enough? Not True on Apple on Spotify #174 Better Boundaries on Apple on Spotify #197 Connecting Through Conflict on Apple on Spotify #215 Being Seen and Being Heard on Apple on Spotify #220 Being Low Maintenance on Apple on Spotify #224 Compassion and Curiosity on Apple on Spotify #257 Other People's Agency on Apple on Spotify #268 Drama Response on Apple on Spotify #277 Your Spouse Is Not Your Responsibility on Apple on Spotify #290 Resentment and Contempt in Our Relationships on Apple on Spotify #307 Curiosity, Not Criticism on Apple on Spotify #331 Sense of Self on Apple on Spotify #332 Sense of Self – It's All In Your Head on Apple on Spotify #357 How to Be More Understanding on Apple on Spotify #381 Psychological Boundaries on Apple on Spotify #390 You Can't Fill Their Bucket on Apple on Spotify   Are you curious about what it would be like to work with me? Here are three options: Group coaching classes are available at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Talk with Tanya is a free monthly webinar where you can ask me anything and we can have a great discussion.  You can sign up for that at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Interested in one-on-one coaching and a free 90-minute coaching/consult with me?  Access my calendar at: https://tanyahalecalendar.as.me/

Show notes:  How should we understand our sexuality?  God created us relational. To know and love another and being known and loved by another is a core human need. Wonderfully, this is ultimately met in Christ apart from sex. Yet, our sexuality serves as a physical reminder of this need. Sexuality in marriage can be a reflection of this holy intimacy with God.   What is a critical element of sexual addiction recovery?  Community. Bringing our pain and addiction into the light of fellowship provides strength for recovery. Addicts grow in empathy and accountability.  Why is empathy significant?  Sexual vice erodes empathy - the ability to feel with another person. Empathy wonderfully helps recover the addicted mind because it helps us healthily feel with people. When we walk in community, we see how our sin adversely affects others.  Say more about the connection between empathy and sexual health.  Empathy helps us develop compassion. Compassion is suffering with another person. Such compassion is an expression of love. In short, sexual addiction violates love for God, others and ourselves. Learning to love others well helps recovery.  Who might be the community the addicted connect with?  Prudence should be always taken when elevating our brokenness with others. Certainly, there are those we should and shouldn't share openly with. Open fellowship can be struck between any safe and trusted individual. Those close to us. There are also organized groups such as Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA).  Coach the community. What is required of them?  Communities need to be trustworthy and able to absorb brokenness without shutting down openness. Further, they need to learn how to speak truth into the life of the addicted. Compassion is needed to suffer alongside the addicted.  What are you learning in your profession as an addiction specialist?   Much research is indicating the effect pornography has on the brain and body. Much like drugs, sexual deviancy is changing our brains and bodies for the worse. Sexual addiction is a compulsion for sexual deviancy, yet it is always a choice. Compulsion and choice occur at the same time and do not diminish the other.  What resources do you recommend?  Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a technique that attempts to slow us down enough to see why we are doing what we are doing. The intention is to learn ourselves well enough to catch our earliest thoughts that lead to unhelpful feelings and unwanted behaviors.  Personal Craziness Index is a resource that a person engages with over time to learn their patterns. The intention is to detect one's earliest unhealthy behavior.  Three circle exercise is another resource that helps organize behaviors into healthy and unhealthy zones for the purpose of understanding our behavior.  Identity statement exercise is an activity that leads a person in creating an identity statement for themselves. These identity statements help a person understand and believe more fully, who they are as a son or daughter of God.  Spiritual gifts assessment. This activity helps a person understand their spiritual giftings and how they might live more fully into these gifts. 

Kindness, Compassion, and Forgiveness admin Mon, 09/28/2026 - 12:00am Here's a principle for life: Relationships are built on trust and trust is built on truth. Tell the truth.

What actually makes psychotherapy work—and how does meaningful, lasting psychological change happen? In this episode of Inner Voice: A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan, Dr. Foojan Zeine speaks with Dr. Jeffrey Smith, psychiatrist, psychotherapist, author, educator, and Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at New York Medical College. Dr. Smith explains the science of psychotherapy, psychotherapy integration, psychological change, emotional healing, and the mechanisms that help people change deeply rooted patterns. Drawing from decades of clinical experience, he brings together insights from different psychotherapy approaches and explains how therapists can understand and facilitate meaningful change. The conversation explores inner parts, survival strategies, schemas, emotional memory, behavioral change, mindfulness, self-observation, acceptance, values, therapeutic relationships, and accurate empathy. A central theme is that lasting change is not simply about understanding the past. Psychotherapy can help activate old patterns while introducing new perspectives and experiences—creating opportunities to develop healthier ways of thinking, feeling, relating, and responding. In This Episode: • How psychotherapy actually works • What creates lasting psychological change • Psychotherapy integration and effective therapy • Inner parts and protective survival strategies • Schemas and emotional patterns • Emotional activation and new experiences • Disconfirming information and changing old beliefs • Behavioral change and self-observation • Mindfulness, acceptance, and psychological awareness • The role of values in psychotherapy • Therapeutic safety and accurate empathy • Why the therapeutic relationship matters Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: How Psychotherapy Works 01:39 Understanding the Inner Self 02:11 When Survival Strategies Become Outdated 05:10 How Does Psychotherapy Actually Work? 07:39 Meet Dr. Jeffrey Smith 11:21 The Foundation of Psychotherapy 12:25 Mechanisms of Psychological Change 13:14 Compassion and the Inner Self 16:35 Understanding Different Parts of the Self 18:58 Protective Parts and Survival Strategies 20:10 Acceptance and Healing 24:08 Schemas and Emotional Memory 25:13 Why Emotional Activation Matters 26:40 Disconfirming Information and Change 29:18 How Behavior Creates Change 31:13 Self-Observation and Awareness 34:54 Mindfulness and a New Perspective 36:02 A Practical Inner Parts Exercise 36:59 The Role of Values in Psychotherapy 40:05 Safety and the Therapeutic Relationship 41:05 Why Psychotherapy Is Interpersonal 42:01 Accurate Empathy in Therapy 44:17 Dr. Smith's Book: How Psychotherapy Works 45:31 Where to Find Dr. Jeffrey Smith 46:08 Closing Thoughts About Dr. Jeffrey Smith: Dr. Jeffrey Smith is a psychiatrist, psychotherapist, author, educator, and Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at New York Medical College. He is a former President of the Society for the Exploration of Psychotherapy Integration (SEPI) and has devoted his career to understanding how psychotherapy creates meaningful change. Learn more about Dr. Jeffrey Smith and his work at HowTherapyWorks.com. About Inner Voice: Inner Voice: A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan explores psychology, psychotherapy, emotional wellbeing, relationships, self-awareness, personal growth, and the science of meaningful change. Explore the International Awareness Integration Institute and learn more about psychotherapy, coaching, Awareness Integration Theory (AIT), and integrative wellbeing at IAII.life.

Are you easily offended?  If so, does that shield you from hearing a hard truth God may want you to hear?

We want our listeners to know that today's episode discusses sensitive topics. This conversation is intended for education and awareness and focuses on the compassionate care provided by the Hamilton Medical Center Forensic Unit. This episode is intended for mature audiences. Listener discretion is advised.Ashley Cloer is a registered nurse, sexual assault nurse examiner, and the Forensic Nurse Coordinator at Hamilton Medical Center Forensic Unit in Dalton, GA.

Who are you really, Jesus? His own claim was clear, “Whoever has seen me has seen the Father” (John 14:9). The biblical writers describe him as “the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature” (Hebrews 1:3), and “the image of the invisible God” (Colossians 1:15). And yet, “Though he was God...he emptied himself” (Philippians 2:5-11) of divine privilege. He came fully as man. He came in all the weakness of human flesh to make God most accessible to us. He came as God to bridge the gap between God and man. That bridge between heaven and earth was a cross. In order to get back into the man Jesus, we will focus in on aspects of his physical presence that made the love of God accessible to so many. To know Christ begins by walking with the incarnate Jesus. As we spend time walking with him, we will be made more like him and thus be prepared to make him known as we walk in this world. 

En este pasaje se ve la manera en que Jesús era muy diferente de los fariseos. Para Jesús, cada persona era importante y de gran valor. Para los fariseos, muchas personas eran no mas que objetos para estar usados.

En este pasaje se ve la manera en que Jesús era muy diferente de los fariseos. Para Jesús, cada persona era importante y de gran valor. Para los fariseos, muchas personas eran no mas que objetos para estar usados.

Jeanine Bailey celebrates the launch of Fierce Love with author Marie Quigley, Empower World co-founder and Coaching and Leadership podcast co-host. Marie shares her inspiration for the book and how coaches can hold compassionate space while still challenging clients boldly. Marie draws on her challenges and lessons learned from coaching, explaining why compassion and courage are most powerful together. She also offers invitations to coaches to deepen their own practice.

On Sunday, Rev. Sheridan Irick preached from the book of Jonah, chapter 3, verse 10 to chapter 4, verse 11; a passage known as “Jonah's Anger and the Lord's Compassion.” Livestreamed from the sanctuary of Mayflower Congregational UCC Church in Oklahoma City.

Jesus says the second greatest command is to love our neighbors. That can’t just be theoretical, but must be lived out in obedience. From Luke 10 // Wes Gunn

Treat others with respect and dignity just as Christ would do for you. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Compassion changes the way we see people. This Sunday you'll learn how to see people the way that Jesus does, and replace frustration and judgment with a genuine heart for those far from God. Don't miss the powerful conclusion of the Jonah teaching series!

Dr. Isaiah Pickens is a clinical psychologist, organizational development specialist, and nationally recognized trauma expert. He is the founder and CEO of iOpening Enterprises, where he helps organizations create healthier, more emotionally intelligent work cultures without sacrificing productivity or well-being. He previously served as Assistant Director at the UCLA-Duke National Center for Child Traumatic Stress and as a clinical assistant professor at NYU School of Medicine. He is also a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Leader and Fellow, a Stanford-certified Compassion Specialist, and a recipient of the American Psychological Association Early Career Achievement Award. He is the author of Trauma-Informed and Culturally Responsive Practices in Schools: Building a Climate of Compassion, and through his work, Dr. Pickens is helping individuals and organizations redefine success and unlock their potential through psychological science.

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bWhat happens when you stop living the life that looks safe on paper and start following the life that actually feels true to you? In this episode of the SuperLife Podcast, Darin sits down with vegan bodybuilder, entrepreneur, and former engineer Nimai Delgado for a conversation about spirituality, plant-based performance, purpose, community, and having the courage to walk away from a life that no longer aligns with who you are. Nimai's story begins in an unlikely place: a Hare Krishna spiritual community in rural Mississippi. Born to Argentinian parents who devoted themselves to their spiritual practice, Nimai grew up vegetarian, surrounded by community, faith, and a worldview radically different from the culture outside of it. After his family left the community, financial hardship, Hurricane Katrina, and the struggle to survive in the modern world eventually pushed him toward what seemed like the safest possible path: engineering. But despite earning a strong salary in the oil and gas industry, Nimai knew almost immediately that the career wasn't for him. Fitness became an escape, and after transitioning from vegetarian to fully vegan, he entered his first natural bodybuilding competition and won every category he entered. The victory challenged one of bodybuilding's most deeply ingrained assumptions: that building an elite physique requires eating meat. Then one interaction changed everything. After speaking at an event in London, a man approached Nimai in tears and told him that discovering plant-based eating through Nimai had helped his mother regain her health. Days later, Nimai walked out of a meeting, entered his boss's office, and quit his nearly $200,000-a-year engineering career to pursue his purpose full-time. Darin and Nimai go far beyond diet, exploring why money can never replace time, how spiritual intuition can guide decisions that don't make logical sense, why social media is losing its appeal, the growing importance of real human connection, and why Nimai's definition of impact has shifted from reaching millions of strangers toward deeply affecting the people directly in front of him. This is a conversation about questioning the stories you've inherited, becoming an example rather than preaching, and building a life that aligns your actions with your values. What You'll Learn What it was like growing up inside a Hare Krishna spiritual community in Mississippi How Nimai learned to question inherited beliefs and make spirituality his own Why financial instability pushed him toward a career in engineering How bodybuilding became an unexpected escape from a career that felt soul-crushing How Nimai built and competed with a completely vegan physique The encounter that convinced him to walk away from a nearly $200K engineering career Why Nimai believes time is ultimately more valuable than financial security How spiritual intuition has guided some of the biggest decisions of his life Why his definition of impact has shifted from millions of followers toward real-world community How leading by example can open people to plant-based living without dogma or perfectionism Chapters 00:00:02 – Welcome to SuperLife 00:00:32 – Sponsor: MYCO Dog 00:02:03 – Introducing Nimai Delgado 00:03:17 – From spiritual upbringing to bodybuilding and finding his own path 00:03:47 – Growing up with Argentinian parents in rural Mississippi 00:04:31 – Why Nimai's parents renounced their former lives and joined an ashram 00:05:19 – The beauty and challenges of growing up in an unconventional community 00:05:49 – Why outsiders thought Nimai was growing up in a cult 00:06:13 – Standing out in Mississippi wearing traditional spiritual clothing 00:06:49 – Learning to question beliefs instead of blindly inheriting them 00:07:51 – Living between the spiritual world and the "matrix" 00:08:36 – Leaving the community and moving into a trailer park 00:09:31 – "We upgraded from a shack to a trailer park" 00:10:09 – Watching his immigrant parents struggle financially 00:11:25 – Hurricane Katrina wipes out his parents' vegetarian restaurant 00:12:12 – Why financial fear pushed Nimai toward engineering 00:12:55 – Moving away from the South and finally discovering himself 00:13:15 – Learning to openly own being vegetarian 00:14:12 – Realizing immediately that engineering wasn't his path 00:15:04 – The pressure of keeping an oil and gas operation safe 00:16:24 – Six figures of student debt and feeling chained to a soul-crushing career 00:17:15 – How fitness became Nimai's escape 00:17:32 – The breakup that pushed him deeper into training 00:18:31 – Why someone convinced him to enter his first bodybuilding competition 00:19:05 – Going fully vegan while preparing for his first show 00:19:34 – Winning every category he entered 00:20:35 – Why people refused to believe he built his physique without meat 00:20:58 – Showing the bodybuilding world another path was possible 00:22:39 – The breakup that led to another massive leap 00:23:22 – Transferring to Long Beach while still clinging to engineering 00:23:57 – Golden handcuffs, raises, stock options, and financial security 00:24:14 – Becoming a professional vegan bodybuilder 00:24:44 – The stranger whose story completely changed Nimai's life 00:24:59 – "Because of you, I believe you saved my mom's life" 00:25:49 – The flight home where Nimai decided to quit 00:26:10 – Why he almost backed out Monday morning 00:26:34 – The meeting that made staying impossible 00:27:20 – Walking into his boss's office and quitting on the spot 00:27:53 – Leaving an almost $200K salary to become a vegan entrepreneur 00:28:21 – Sponsor: Manna Vitality 00:30:15 – Why sharing your dreams with the wrong people can create doubt 00:30:33 – Paying thousands of dollars just to leave his career 00:31:01 – Money can be replaced; time cannot 00:31:28 – When your impact comes back and changes your own life 00:31:52 – The people you influence without ever realizing it 00:32:13 – Why purpose became more important than security 00:32:49 – You don't get the script, but sometimes you know what you need to do 00:33:57 – Who is Nimai after a decade of bodybuilding and advocacy? 00:35:53 – The spiritual connection that has guided Nimai throughout his life 00:36:14 – Following guidance that doesn't always make logical sense 00:37:30 – Why being an online personality has lost some of its appeal 00:38:15 – Finding a way to make an impact without living completely online 00:39:00 – Social media's endless fight for your time and attention 00:39:25 – Why real human connection will never disappear 00:40:25 – What millions of followers teach you about human interaction 00:41:14 – Nimai's definition of success completely changes 00:41:31 – From changing millions of lives to helping the person beside you 00:42:17 – Why community may be more powerful than any supplement 00:43:31 – Loneliness and the desperate need for face-to-face connection 00:44:18 – Why Nimai treats every conversation as something meaningful 00:44:55 – You never know how simply being yourself could change someone's life 00:45:44 – Presence dissolves status, relevance, and the need to impress 00:46:21 – Returning to the community values Nimai grew up with 00:47:13 – Why privilege creates responsibility 00:47:38 – Using modern abundance to create more compassionate systems 00:48:24 – Inspiring young men to rethink what strength requires 00:49:28 – Plants, performance, and eliminating the middleman 00:50:49 – "I didn't give anything up when I became plant-based" 00:51:17 – Nimai's strategy of "top-of-funnel activism" 00:52:01 – Showing what's possible instead of telling people how to live 00:52:36 – Why no scientific paper can erase Nimai's lived experience 00:53:04 – "I became exceptional" 00:54:18 – The one dietary change Darin believes nearly everyone can make 00:54:43 – Why plant-based living doesn't require perfectionism 00:55:36 – Encouragement works better than preaching 00:56:38 – Compassion, animals, and questioning the stories we use to justify our choices 00:57:07 – Darin and Nimai reflect on their first conversation 00:57:37 – Continue sharing your gifts with the world 00:57:57 – Closing Thank You to Our Sponsors: MycoDog: Go to mycodog.com/ and use code SUPERLIFE for 15% off your order. Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ and use code DARIN12 for 12% off your order. Join the SuperLife Community: Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien Find More from Nimai Delgado: Private Coaching: Apply Here! Instagram: @nimai_delgado YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NimaiDelgado Find More From Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness Key Takeaway "You don't always get a roadmap for the life you're supposed to live. Sometimes you only get a feeling that the life you're living is no longer yours. Nimai spent years pursuing security because instability taught him that money would make him safe, only to discover that no salary could replace the one resource he could never earn back: his time. By following the things that felt alive, bodybuilding, plant-based living, service, spirituality, and eventually community, he created a path that didn't make sense on paper but felt aligned in his soul. And maybe that's the larger lesson: you don't have to convince everyone, preach to everyone, or reach millions of people. Live what you believe. Be present with the person in front of you. Follow what feels true. You may never know whose life your example changes, and sometimes the life it changes most profoundly will be your own.

What happens when relaxation becomes more than simply releasing physical tension—and begins to include softening emotionally, too?