Podcasts about Confidence

Have you ever caught yourself endlessly researching real estate strategies but never actually making an offer? In this insightful interview, Brent Daniels pulls back the curtain on his journey from a burnt-out real estate agent to a $20 million wholesaling powerhouse. Brent gets brutally honest about why he refuses to take on business partners, how he accidentally stumbled into his first wholesale deal while door-knocking, and why getting trapped in "education mode" will destroy your momentum. You will also discover the 1,000-stranger challenge that can cure any introvert's fear of the phone. Stop overanalyzing and start taking action. Be a part of the TTP training program now.---------Show notes:(0:00) Beginning of today's episode(1:28) Who is Brent Daniels outside of the real estate business?(5:42) Brent's origin story and how Rich Dad Poor Dad changed his trajectory(7:31) The brutal reality of real estate partnerships and why Brent actively avoids them(14:43) How Brent accidentally assigned his first contract while knocking on doors in Phoenix(19:17) Why discovering the wholesaling model completely changed Brent's life(21:33) The 1,000 Stranger Challenge and the ultimate cure for introverted investors(23:17) Why dumb action takers will always outperform smart over analyzers(24:31) Why staying in education mode is just a disguised form of creative avoidance(25:34) Confidence vs. skill and why you cannot fake your way to success in real estate----------Resources:Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert KiyosakiTo speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community  are endless, what are you waiting for?

I've had a lot of impressive guests on this show, but Khalil Zahar's story genuinely stood out to me. He's the founder and CEO of FightCamp, a company he built from a simple idea, wanting to actually measure his own progress as a boxer, into one of the biggest names in connected fitness, with over $100 million raised and backing from legends like Mike Tyson, Floyd Mayweather, and Georges St-Pierre. He's also not married and doesn't have kids, but the lessons he's built his entire career around, discipline, discomfort, and identity, translate directly to fatherhood and marriage. We started with the pivotal moment in his early 20s, a late night watching Sportscenter, that made him realize he didn't have unlimited time to become who he wanted to be. From there we got into his philosophy around seeking discomfort intentionally, why he believes identity has to come before outcome, and what it actually means to become the person who does the things you want to be known for, rather than chasing the result directly. He shared a personal story about training around a serious injury by controlling everything he could, his nutrition and mindset, when he couldn't control his body, and I shared a nearly identical story from my own torn patella tendon recovery. We closed the conversation on what Khalil calls the mindset of a fighter, discipline, craftsmanship, accepting what you can't control, and learning to be genuinely thankful for your losses instead of resentful of them. If you've ever felt too comfortable, stuck in a rut, or unsure how to push yourself toward the version of you that you know is possible, this conversation gives you a real, practical way to start.   Timeline Summary [1:04] Khalil's early 20s awakening: a late night realization that time wasn't unlimited [3:36] His teenage dream of becoming a professional B-Boy and the intimidating scene around it [7:00] The first concrete steps he took once he decided to stop just "trying a little" [9:25] How Khalil's relationship with failure changed once he actually started taking risks [12:20] Larry announces a rare, small-group preview of the Dad Edge Business Boardroom Brotherhood [12:37] Why embracing failure sooner would have changed everything, and Thomas Edison's light bulb story [14:31] Taking the first, smallest possible step instead of trying to see ten miles ahead [16:34] A full introduction to Khalil: FightCamp's founder, backed by Tyson, Mayweather, and Saint-Pierre [18:11] Khalil's controversial philosophy: why seeking discomfort matters more than self-acceptance alone [21:39] Practical advice for a man who feels too comfortable and stuck in a "dad bod" mindset [22:01] The core idea: identity comes first, and outcomes follow from who you decide to become [25:21] Larry announces Roommates to Soulmates cohort three, starting September 16th [27:16] Diving deeper into identity versus tactics, using Khalil's 13 bodybuilding competitions as an example [32:18] Why seeking discomfort is fundamentally about removing fear, not chasing a specific outcome [35:51] Confidence built through keeping your word to yourself, even when you don't feel like it [36:43] What the mindset of a fighter actually looks like, broken into four core principles [38:18] The first principle: discipline as doing what you don't want to do [39:48] The second principle: craftsmanship, applying full care and attention to everything you touch [40:31] The third principle: you can't control your opponent, only how you prepare and react [42:17] The fourth principle: losses and failure are praised in martial arts, not resented [44:10] Larry's own story of controlling what he could control during a torn patella tendon recovery [45:32] Khalil shares a strikingly similar story recovering from a severe hand injury [49:17] Where to find Khalil and FightCamp   Five Key Takeaways Time is not unlimited, and the sooner you accept that, the sooner you stop just "trying a little" and start actually pursuing the version of yourself you want to become. Identity comes before outcome. Instead of fixating on the result you want, define who that person would be and start living like them today, and the outcome tends to follow naturally. Confidence isn't built by achieving a goal once, it's built by consistently keeping your word to yourself, especially in the small moments when you don't feel like following through. You cannot control your circumstances, your opponent, or the environment around you. The only thing you control is how you prepare for and respond to what happens, and real peace comes from focusing there instead. Losses and failure should be treated as lessons to be thankful for, not outcomes to resent. A fighter's mindset toward getting knocked down and getting back up applies directly to marriage, parenting, and business.   Links & Resources FightCamp (Khalil's at-home connected boxing and kickboxing fitness platform) — https://joinfightcamp.com FightCamp on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok — @fightcamp Khalil Zahar on Instagram — @khalilzahar Shownotes for this episode: http://thedadedge.com/1526 Roommates to Soulmates (Larry's 8-week marriage coaching cohort; next cohort starts September 16th, with free preview calls): http://thedadedge.com/soulmates Join the boardroom: http://thedadedge.com/guest   Closing What's staying with me from this conversation is Khalil's point that losses are meant to be praised, not resented, because that's exactly the mindset a marriage and a family need too. You're not going to get every season right, and neither is your wife or your kids, but treating a setback as a lesson instead of a verdict on who you are changes everything about how you recover from it. Whatever discomfort you've been avoiding lately, in your body, your business, or your relationships, let this be the nudge to take the smallest next step toward it.  

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#1,003: Join Lauryn Bosstick as she sits down with Samantha Christine – fitness entrepreneur, certified personal trainer, and nutritionist who has built her career around helping women fuel their bodies confidently, train with purpose, and become the strongest versions of themselves. In this episode, Samantha gets real about her transformation through strength training and completely transforming her relationship with food, fitness, and her body. She breaks down why women shouldn't fear getting "bulky," how to actually eat more to lose fat, the power of lifting to failure, and what a realistic training routine looks like. Samantha also opens up about rebuilding her life through discipline and mindset, the daily wellness habits that have changed everything, her approach to whole-food nutrition and body recomposition, and creating a life built around strength, confidence, and intention.   For Detailed Show Notes visit TheBossticks.com   To connect with Samantha Christine click HERE   To connect with Lauryn Bosstick click HERE   To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE   Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE   Head to our ShopMy page HERE and LTK page HERE to find all of the products mentioned in each episode.   To learn more about Samantha Christine visit https://samanthachristine.co.   Get your tickets now for Dear Media by Day at http://dearmedia.com/events.   This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Confidential Get your routine back! For a limited time get 25% off at https://theskinnyconfidential.com.    This episode is sponsored by Opill You can find Opill at most major retailers, in-stores and online.   This episode is sponsored by The RealReal Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to http://TheRealReal.com/skinny.   This episode is sponsored by egglife Find egglife wraps chillin' in the fridge at Aldi, Whole Foods, Kroger, Target, Walmart & more. Visit http://egglifefoods.com to find a retailer near you   This episode is sponsored by WACOAL Visit http://WACOAL.com and use code SKINNY at checkout for 10% off your first purchase. Offer valid for new customers only. Limit one code per customer.   This episode is sponsored by Tatcha Visit http://Tatcha.com and use code SKINNY for 15% off.   This episode is sponsored by The90 Head to http://The90.com and use code BOSSTICKS for $50 off. Produced by Dear Media

Want to significantly improve your chances of getting a good night's sleep? There is one surprisingly simple thing you can do during the day that may actually help you sleep better that night. And no, it doesn't involve exercise, meditation or giving up your phone. This episode begins with what it is and why it may work. https://sleepopolis.com/news/make-bed-better-sleep/ Every language and every culture has swear words. We're taught as children not to say them, yet somehow we all learn exactly what they are. So why does swearing exist in the first place? And why are certain words considered so much more powerful and offensive than others? It turns out that swearing serves some interesting purposes — and under the right circumstances, it may even have some benefits. Timothy Jay is one of the world's leading authorities on the psychology of swearing. He is professor emeritus of psychology at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts and author of Cursing in America (https://amzn.to/3CMIs36) and Why We Curse (https://amzn.to/46hZ2FN). Listen as he reveals where our swear words come from, why they have such emotional punch and what happens when we use them. Confidence is one of those qualities that seems easy to recognize in other people and much harder to summon up in yourself — especially at the exact moment you need it. Maybe you need to speak up, walk into a room full of strangers, ask for something you want or handle a difficult conversation. So can you actually become more confident on demand? Selena Rezvani says you can, and the techniques are surprisingly practical. Selena is a speaker, journalist and author of Quick Confidence: Be Authentic, Create Connections and Make Bold Bets on Yourself (https://amzn.to/43WVJ59). She joins me with simple strategies you can use to quiet self-doubt, appear more confident and actually feel more confident when it counts. Could changing the expression on your face actually change the way you feel? There is a remarkably simple thing you can do with your face right now that may give your mood a little lift. Listen as I explain what to do — and the intriguing reason it appears to work. Source: Dr. Stephanie McClellan, author of The Ultimate Stress Relief Plan for Women (https://amzn.to/3NLj04s). PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS MONARCH: Write your own money story with Monarch! Use promo code SYSK at ⁠https://Monarch.com⁠ to get your 1st year of Monarch Core half off at just $50 AQUATRU: Head to ⁠https://AquaTru.com⁠ now and get 20% off your purifier using promo code SYSK AquaTru even comes with a 30-day best-tasting water guarantee or your money back! WAYFAIR: Ready to upgrade your home for way less? Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Wayfair.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less.  QUINCE: Find your next Fall favorites at Quince! Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Quince.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! DELL: Built for those who want better. The Dell XPS, built for you! SHOPIFY: It's time to turn those "what ifs" into CHA CHING with Shopify Today! Sign up for your $1 per month trail and start selling today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Shopify.com/realm⁠⁠⁠⁠ INDEED: Get a $75 Sponsored Job credit to help get your job the premium status it deserves at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Indeed.com/PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“The ability to handle yourself in interviews and other high-pressure situations can make the difference in getting the job and achieving your goals.”A successful interview is more than answering questions well. It's an opportunity to communicate what sets you apart and demonstrate the value you can bring. Preparation, structure, and storytelling can help you do that with confidence. In this Quick Thinks episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Matt Abrahams and communication teacher Laura Joyce Davis share strategies for preparing for job interviews. From identifying what differentiates you to structuring answers and telling memorable stories, they explain how to present your experience with clarity while staying authentic and human.Takeaways:Preparation makes confidence easier. Identifying what sets you apart and stockpiling stories, examples, and evidence helps you answer questions clearly while staying present in the moment.Structure turns experience into a stronger answer. Frameworks like “What? So what? Now what?” help you connect your skills and experiences directly to what matters to the interviewer.Activity:Build your interview bank. Create a simple bank of three strengths you want an interviewer to remember. Under each, add one story, piece of evidence, or testimonial that proves it. Use the bank to quickly assemble relevant answers rather than memorizing responses to individual questions.Episode Reference Links:Laura Joyce DavisThink Fast Talk Smart Learning CommunityConnect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (00:56) - Preparing for Your Interview (03:37) - Structuring Your Answers (05:02) - The ADD Framework (07:51) - Practicing for the Interview (09:16) - Storytelling That Stands Out (10:39) - Conflict, Beats, and Transformation (14:28) - The One-Minute Story Exercise (15:32) - The Importance of Pre-Work (16:45) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.With Hiring Pro, you can hire with confidence, knowing you're getting the best talent for your needs. Get started by posting your job for free at linkedin.com/fastJoin our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

Sometimes, you need to borrow someone else's belief in you until you build enough belief in yourself. In this episode, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff shares how the people around us can shape what we believe is possible. She reflects on how her father believed in her interest in sport and performance psychology before she could fully see the path herself, allowing her to "borrow" his confidence. Cindra explains why confidence is social and why building your winning team matters. The people who have your ear can strengthen your belief, remind you what you're capable of, and help quiet your inner critic when you're pursuing something difficult. In this episode, you'll learn how to: • Identify the people who truly believe in you • Borrow their words when your inner critic gets loud • Surround yourself with a winning team that strengthens your confidence • Become a "confidence lender" by telling others what you see in them • Use someone else's belief as a bridge toward believing in yourself Cindra also challenges you to think of someone who believed in you before you believed in yourself. Thank them, then look for someone in your own life who might need to borrow a little confidence from you today. Power Phrase: "I believe in you, and I believe in me."   To order The Confidence Habit, visit: www.confidencetools.com To download our full study report, visit: confidencestudy.com To request a Free Breakthrough Call with a Mentally Strong Coach, visit: freementalbreakthroughcall.com To learn more about the Mentally Strong Institute, visit: mentallystronginstitute.com To learn about Dr. Cindra Kamphoff's speaking and coaching, visit: cindrakamphoff.com To follow Dr. Cindra on Instagram, visit: @cindrakamphoff

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Book Alan's Business Breakthrough Session. Your first 30-minute coaching call is FREE. Learn how to prioritize success and let your quality of life become the byproduct. - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-breakthrough-sessionFitness is forever, it's a lifestyle. Get jacked and join the Next Level Fitness Accountability Group. This group is invite-only. Reach out to Kevin or Alan on Instagram:Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/_______________________What if the resentment you feel toward your goal is not a lack of discipline, but evidence that you never understood what it would truly require? In this episode, Kevin and Alan probe why success can become frustrating when your willingness is lower than the cost of your ambition. Drawing from Kevin's experience working through travel and lifestyle tradeoffs, along with Alan's coaching conversations around willingness, sacrifice, and alignment, they explain why most people do not fail because they lack goals. They fail because they underestimate the standards, consistency, and hard choices those goals demand.They discuss how to tell the difference between a dream worth pursuing and an outcome that no longer fits your values. You will also hear why relationships, comfort, time, and identity often become the real price of personal growth, and how to decide what you are willing to give up without building a life you later regret. Before you blame the goal, audit the price tag. Your comfort may be writing checks your future cannot cash._______________________NLU is more than a podcast. From the Next Level Dreamliner to Group Coaching, we provide tools and communities to help you grow with more clarity, consistency, and accountability.Visit our website and socials through the links below.

Are you still following outdated advice for strength training over 40 when it comes to building muscle and losing fat?After 500 episodes of Wits & Weights, I'm revisiting 5 pieces of strength training and nutrition advice I used to give and explaining what changed my mind.Learn why starting at maintenance calories can still make sense, just not for “metabolic repair,” why total daily protein matters far more than perfect meal timing, and why cardio probably isn't stealing your muscle gains.I also break down why training effort matters more than chasing arbitrary volume, what menopause really does to body composition and metabolism, and the pattern connecting all five shifts.Join Eat More Lift Heavy my 26-week coached program for 40+ to build the nutrition and training skills to preserve muscle, lose fat, and manage your physique for life. Use code 500CLUB for $50 off either six-month option. Offer expires Sunday, September 6.Timestamps:0:00 - Why I changed my fitness advice4:32 - Why maintenance still matters before cutting8:08 - Protein timing matters less than total16:24 - Why cardio is not killing gains21:17 - Training effort makes volume actually work25:43 - Menopause metabolism myths and real changes31:10 - The pattern behind all five shifts36:09 - Why chronic dieting stalls fat lossEpisode resources:Eat More Lift Heavy: eatmoreliftheavy.com - Use code 500CLUB for $50 off either six-month option. Offer expires Sunday, September 6.

Deafness, Captions & Accessibility: Progress Over Perfection with Meryl Evans What does accessibility look like when you have depended on it your entire life? This week on Pushing Forward with Alycia, Alycia Anderson welcomes respected accessibility advocate, speaker, content creator, consultant and CPACC-certified professional Meryl K. Evans for a candid conversation about deafness, captions, communication, advocacy and why lived experience matters when we design more accessible experiences. Born profoundly deaf, Meryl grew up lip-reading, using hearing aids and learning how to navigate a hearing world long before today's accessibility technology existed. She remembers hunting through the TV Guide for the tiny closed-captioning symbol and the moment captions finally gave her access to the conversations everyone else was already having. Today, Meryl helps organizations better understand accessibility through training, workshops, accessible content, user experience testing and speaking. And she brings an important reminder to the work: accessibility does not require instant perfection. It requires a willingness to listen, learn and keep moving forward. Alycia and Meryl explore everything from growing up disabled and finding confidence through sports to the evolution of captioning, accessible social media, reading friction, disability language and the importance of hiring people with lived experience. Meryl also challenges a growing social media trend: captions designed primarily to entertain rather than communicate. As she explains, captions are information first. When words bounce, flash, change colors or appear one at a time, the very accessibility feature intended to provide access can instead become another barrier. The conversation closes with a message that applies far beyond accessibility: progress over perfection. We do not need to know everything before we begin. We need to remain curious, keep learning and continue making progress. And sometimes progress includes knowing when to rest. As Meryl reminds us: “There's a difference between taking a break and quitting.” In This Episode

What does it mean to become better—and better for what?In this episode of the Faithful Fitness Podcast, Coach Alex Van Houten sits down with builder, entrepreneur, and fitness advocate Brock Holyoak for a conversation about action, discipline, fear, fitness, personal responsibility, and becoming more capable.Brock has a strong bias toward action: stop waiting until you know everything, start with what you have, learn by doing, and allow experience to shape you along the way. From building construction companies to training his body and developing his own fitness philosophy, his message is simple: most people already know enough to begin. The problem is that they often substitute consuming information for taking action.That creates some valuable questions for anyone who has spent too much time researching the perfect workout, diet, business strategy, or next step while doing very little with what they already know.But this conversation also exposes a deeper question at the heart of Faithful Fitness:What is all that improvement for?Strength is useful. Discipline is useful. Confidence is useful. Competence is useful. Becoming capable of doing difficult things is good.But none of those things can determine what deserves our devotion.Throughout the episode, Alex and Brock discuss:Why action often teaches what information cannotThe danger of waiting until you have every piece before you start buildingHow fitness can build competence and confidenceThe difference between perseverance and stubbornnessWhy fear often becomes smaller once you actually confront itThe importance of keeping promises to yourselfHow difficult physical challenges can expand your sense of what you're capable ofWhy passion and desire can create tremendous driveThe limitations of making “the best version of yourself” the ultimate goalFor the Christian, self-improvement is not the destination. It is a tool.Your body, health, strength, time, abilities, and opportunities have been entrusted to you by God. The goal isn't merely to become stronger, tougher, leaner, richer, or more impressive. The goal is to become increasingly capable of faithfully using what God has given you for His glory and the good of the people around you.So perhaps the question isn't simply:Am I getting better?Perhaps the better question is:Am I becoming more faithful?If you already know the next healthy step you need to take, take it. Go for the walk. Lift the weight. Prepare the meal. Get to bed. Make the change.You probably don't need the whole map before you begin.But as you become more capable, keep asking where that capability is ultimately pointed.Want to understand where you currently stand in your own health and stewardship?Take the Faithful Fitness Assessment and evaluate yourself across the four foundations of Integrity, Grit, Growth, and Awe.Start here: https://faithfulfitness.co/assessmentMake the most of the body God's given you.Train hard—but pray harder.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/faithful-fitness-with-coach-alex-vanhouten--5150768/support.

f you missed this episode, here’s a bite-sized best bit. It’s easy to look at someone who seems confident and assume they’ve always been that way. But what if you’re only seeing the end result? In this episode we unpack projection, the assumptions we make about other people, and what it really took for them to become comfortable being seen, speaking up and owning who they are. From social anxiety and desperately wanting to fit in to finally feeling at ease in their own skin, this is a reminder that you rarely know the work that’s happened behind the scenes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if you don't need more confidence?  What if the confidence you've been searching for is already inside you—but without realizing it, you're giving pieces of it away?  In this episode, I'm sharing five common ways we give away our confidence. I'm also taking you to a crowded restaurant in Scotland, where less than 24 hours after standing on a stage teaching women about confidence, I caught myself shrinking in the presence of another woman. It was a powerful reminder that confidence isn't something we master once and never think about again, it's something we practice.  If you've been waiting to feel confident enough to start the business, take the chance, share your work, or do that big thing calling you forward, this episode may help you see confidence a little differently.  Also, if this episode resonated, feel free to share it with someone who needs a reminder, and take a moment to leave a review. It helps more women find these conversations and our community. I love you,Julie Website: ourreimaginedlife.com Connect With Me

00:00 – 12:40 – James starts the show by bearing two very different gifts for Kevin and Marc, the guys preview the show today, Adam Silver and the NBA league office drop the hammer on the Los Angeles Clippers, the Clippers lose five first-round picks including the one they acquired from the Pacers in the Zubac trade 12:41 – 19:49 – Morning Checkdown 19:50 – 43:45– Colts optimism as we near the Ravens opener, could the Ravens be had in Week 1?, Kawhi Leonard’s statement following the Clippers punishments, who could break out for the Colts , Dejean Love 43:46 – 1:08:14 – Kevin gets upset by Marc’s college anthem rejoiner, Keenan Allen expected to speak later today, we play I GOTTA KNOW: biggest Colts fear heading into the season, Colts confidence, number of Fernando Mendoza starts this season, job we couldn’t do because of the gross level, what are we watching?, Morning Checkdown 1:08:15 – 1:19:22 – The Athletic’s Pete Sampson joins us to preview the Notre Dame season opener and where this level ranks on the anticipation scale, why he thinks they could legitimately win the national championship, CJ Carr expectations, biggest concerns for the Irish, Notre Dame’s lack of a conference, most hated teams in the country 1:19:23 – 1:24:12 – Kevin critiques ESPN’s college football theme, James has digested and survived Kevin’s thawed out dino nuggets 1:24:13 – 1:50:54 – Pacers sideline reporter Jeremiah Johnson joins us and discusses his confidence in his Ball State Cardinals taking on Ohio State, his mascot days, the DAZN deal with the Pacers, the pinstripe jersey return, when will the app debut and the preseason schedule plan, Morning Checkdown 1:50:55 – 2:00:24 – Nerdy sports bucket lists items, college football getting underway, Fernando Mendoza’s brother in action against Deion Sanders and Colorado tonight 2:00:25 -2:07:04 – The Crossover with Jake Query begins with a birthday celebration of Jake’s 54th birthday, his 50th birthday celebration, the Clippers penalty Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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https://teachhoops.com/ How quickly can one basketball game become an entire story in an athlete's mind? A player has a great opening night and thinks, “This is finally my year.” Another struggles and immediately thinks, “Here we go again.” A player gets fewer minutes than expected and decides the coach no longer believes in them. A teammate has a breakout game and suddenly someone else begins wondering whether they are falling behind. In this episode, Coach Collins explores one of the most important mental-performance lessons athletes and coaches can learn: one game is evidence, not a conclusion. The problem is not that athletes have emotions after competition. That is completely normal. The problem begins when those emotions start creating conclusions that the available evidence does not actually support. One poor shooting night becomes “I'm not a good shooter.” One turnover becomes “I can't handle pressure.” One change in playing time becomes “Coach doesn't trust me.” Coach Collins explains why athletes need to learn the difference between what actually happened and the story they are telling themselves about what happened. Those are two very different things. This episode introduces a simple method athletes can use following games. Create two lists. On the first, write only the facts of the performance: minutes played, shots taken, defensive communication, turnovers, effort, body language, and specific moments. On the second, write the interpretations your mind immediately wants to create. Seeing those two lists next to each other can be powerful. The first contains evidence. The second contains a story. Coach Collins also challenges athletes to approach performance more like scientists. Good scientists do not perform one experiment and immediately announce a conclusion. They gather information, look for patterns, remain curious, make adjustments, and continue testing. Athletes can do the same thing. Instead of asking, “What does this performance say about me?” ask, “What is this performance teaching me?” One question pushes athletes toward identity and judgment. The other pushes them toward curiosity, development, and growth. And this lesson matters after great games too. Athletes can become just as trapped by positive conclusions as negative ones. One great performance does not mean everything is solved. Celebrate it, enjoy it, and then study what created it so those behaviors can be repeated. For coaches, the message is equally important. Our reactions help determine the story athletes attach to their performances. Correct mistakes. Hold standards. Teach the game. But do not allow one performance to become an athlete's identity. A season is long. Roles change. Players develop. Confidence moves up and down. There will be great nights and difficult ones. The athletes who continue to improve are usually the ones who remain curious long enough to learn from all of them. One performance should never tell an athlete who they are. It should tell them what they can learn next. basketball coaching, basketball leadership, mental performance, athlete mindset, sports psychology, coaching athletes, basketball confidence, handling bad games, athlete self-awareness, player development, basketball mental toughness, performance anxiety, overcoming mistakes, basketball season, coaching confidence, athlete identity, growth mindset, basketball coaches, high school basketball, youth basketball coaching, player confidence, learning from failure, coaching mistakes, sports performance, basketball podcast, TeachHoops Keywords Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: From Anxiety to Acclaim: A Manager's Leap into Confidence Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-09-03-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A világítás a modern irodában ragyogott az asztalok felett.En: The lights in the modern office shone brightly over the desks.Hu: A nagy ablakokon át Budapest utcái láthatóak voltak.En: Through the large windows, Budapest's streets were visible.Hu: A késő nyári nap sugarai meleg fényben fürdették a várost.En: The rays of the late summer sun bathed the city in warm light.Hu: Balázs, a középszintű menedzser, az asztala mellett ült.En: Balázs, the mid-level manager, sat beside his desk.Hu: Előtte egy laptop, mellette papírok szétszórva.En: A laptop was in front of him, with papers scattered beside him.Hu: Balázs gondolatai a közelgő konferencia körül forogtak.En: Balázs's thoughts revolved around the upcoming conference.Hu: Tudta, hogy ez az esemény fontos lesz a karrierje szempontjából.En: He knew that this event would be important for his career.Hu: Titkon azon töprengett, hogyan tudná túllépni a félelmeit.En: Secretly, he pondered how he could overcome his fears.Hu: Balázs szeretett volna előléptetést, és ez a bemutató lehetett a kulcs hozzá.En: Balázs wanted a promotion, and this presentation could be the key to it.Hu: Az irodában Zsófia, a szomszéd asztalnál, mosolygott rá biztatóan.En: In the office, Zsófia, at the neighboring desk, smiled at him encouragingly.Hu: Kata, aki az eladási osztály vezetője volt, szintén odament hozzá.En: Kata, who was the head of the sales department, also approached him.Hu: "Sikerülni fog, Balázs!En: "You'll do great, Balázs!"Hu: " - mondta Kata vidáman.En: said Kata cheerfully.Hu: "Nehéz, de megéri.En: "It's tough, but it's worth it."Hu: ""Remélem, igazad van" - sóhajtott Balázs.En: "I hope you're right," sighed Balázs.Hu: Mindig is rettegett a nyilvános beszédtől.En: He always dreaded public speaking.Hu: És most is rohan az idő.En: And now, time was running fast.Hu: Mégis elhatározta, hogy szembenéz a kihívással.En: Yet, he decided to face the challenge.Hu: Délután mindenki készült az utazásra.En: In the afternoon, everyone was getting ready for the trip.Hu: A vonat hamarosan indul Budapest belvárosába, ahol a konferenciát tartják.En: The train was soon departing for downtown Budapest, where the conference was being held.Hu: Balázs kabátját felvette, és elindult munkatársaival.En: Balázs put on his coat and set off with his colleagues.Hu: Kicsit szorongott, de elhatározását megerősítette.En: He felt a bit anxious, but his determination was strengthened.Hu: Megérkezve a konferencia helyszínére, Balázs megállt a hatalmas épület előtt.En: Upon arriving at the conference venue, Balázs paused in front of the huge building.Hu: Mély levegőt vett.En: He took a deep breath.Hu: A konferenciaterem tele volt emberekkel.En: The conference room was filled with people.Hu: A szíve gyorsan vert, amikor a dobogó felé tartott.En: His heart raced as he headed towards the stage.Hu: Kata és Zsófia bátorítóan néztek rá a tömegből.En: Kata and Zsófia looked at him encouragingly from the crowd.Hu: Balázs a pódiumra lépett, és elhelyezkedett.En: Balázs stepped onto the podium and positioned himself.Hu: A tenyerében izzadság gyűlt.En: Sweat gathered in his palms.Hu: A szemek rá szegeződtek.En: All eyes were on him.Hu: De akkor, egy mély lélegzetvétel után, belekezdett a prezentációba.En: But then, after a deep breath, he began the presentation.Hu: Lassú, biztos hangon beszélni kezdett.En: He started speaking in a slow, steady voice.Hu: Ahogy haladt előre, magabiztossága nőtt.En: As he progressed, his confidence grew.Hu: Amikor befejezte, a szobában tapsvihar tört ki.En: When he finished, the room erupted in applause.Hu: Kata és Zsófia odaszaladtak hozzá, gratuláltak.En: Kata and Zsófia ran over to congratulate him.Hu: A főnöke is elégedetten bólogatott.En: His boss nodded approvingly.Hu: "Nagyszerű munka, Balázs!En: "Great job, Balázs!"Hu: " - mondta.En: he said.Hu: A feladat sikerült.En: The task was accomplished.Hu: Balázs egy nagy kő esett le a szívéről.En: A great weight was lifted off Balázs's heart.Hu: Megtanulta, hogy képes legyőzni a félelmeit.En: He learned that he was capable of overcoming his fears.Hu: A siker új lendületet adott neki.En: The success gave him new momentum.Hu: Ahogy visszarohant az asztalához a vonatúton, tudta, hogy új kihívásokat is bátran fog vállalni.En: As he rushed back to his desk on the train ride, he knew he would bravely take on new challenges too.Hu: Az irodai élet új távlatokat ígért.En: Office life promised new horizons.Hu: Balázs mosolyogva nézett ki az ablakon, a városi lét szépségeit élvezve.En: Balázs looked out the window smiling, enjoying the beauty of city life. 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What if becoming consistent with exercise has less to do with motivation and more to do with creating an approach that works for your body, brain and actual life?Earlier this year, I began rebuilding my physical strength after experiencing the worst anaemia I have ever had. I could become breathless after only a few minutes of movement, yet this became the beginning of the most consistent relationship with exercise I have ever developed.In this episode, I share 13 practical lessons that have helped me move regularly for five months, sometimes five or more times a week, despite having ADHD, becoming bored easily and often struggling to follow through.We explore:• Why consistency matters more than perfection• How to begin in a way that actually fits you• Building flexibility into your routine without losing momentum• Staying consistent even when motivation drops• Simple mindset shifts that make follow-through easierAlthough this episode focuses on exercise, many of these lessons can be applied to any new habit you want to establish.If you would like personalised support with creating a new habit, changing your routine, becoming more visible, starting a side business or finally launching something you have been postponing, you can learn more about my accountability coaching through the link below. You can also message me directly on Instagram at @newearthwoman to discuss what this support could look like for you.Claim Your Free Hypnosis Recording: "Crowned in Confidence"

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I've sat across from CEOs who carry the exact same internal architecture as a 10-year-old who won't raise his hand in class. The vocabulary is different and the stakes are higher, but underneath it's running on the same mechanism. Here's what I mean by that. Picture anxiety and confidence as two ends of the same seesaw. When anxiety goes up, confidence comes down, because confidence has less room to exist.  When confidence is present, anxiety has less room to operate. I've been using this metaphor for two decades now, and it has held up across every age and every context I've ever worked in. Most of us assume that seesaw belongs to childhood, and that somewhere along the way you grow out of it and arrive somewhere solid. That hasn't been my experience in 20+ years of this work. In teenagers, it shows up as identity work. There's a question running underneath everything they do, whether or not they've ever said it out loud, and the question is who am I, and is that person acceptable.  Anxiety at that age disguises itself as attitude, as withdrawal, or as an intense need for social approval.  In adults, it gets quieter, which in some ways makes it more dangerous, because we get very good at hiding it.  Adult anxiety frequently looks like overworking, perfectionism dressed up as high standards, OR like the person who can't delegate, can't rest, and can't receive a compliment without immediately deflecting it. I've worked with people who would never in a hundred years describe themselves as anxious, and who in fact were, but they were managing it with strategies that were extremely effective and exhausting. Confidence gets misread in the same way. We tend to picture it as loud, as the most certain person in the room, as someone who walks in and commands it.  Real confidence, the kind that holds up under actual pressure, is much quieter than that. It's the capacity to admit when you don't know something, to take honest feedback without spiralling, and to fail at something without that failure destroying your self-worth. It's the ability to know you're still worthy regardless of the need to "prove it" to anyone.  Inside this conversation, I walk you through: Why anxiety and confidence sit on two ends of the same seesaw at every age How anxiety disguises itself in teenagers, and why the stakes climb as the audience grows What adult anxiety actually looks like, and why high standards are so often the disguise What real confidence looks like, which is far quieter than most of us picture The moment anxious energy stops fuelling performance and starts sabotaging it Why the intervention with elite performers is almost never about building more skill ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Dr. Shyamala Kiru is a former psychotherapist of 20 years and the founder of Kiru Psychotherapy Clinic and the Cognitive Freedom Method™. Through her work in leadership development, practitioner training, and clinical practice (now retired), she teaches a structured framework for understanding and transforming the cognitive patterns that shape how we think, lead, and relate.

Arlan Hamilton was homeless when she launched a venture capital fund dedicated to minimizing funding disparities in tech. In 2015, she created Backstage Capital, a venture capital fund that invests in high potential founders who are people of color, women, and/or members of the LGBT community. Today, Backstage Capital has raised more than $7 million and invested in more than 130 startups companies led by underestimated founders.  In this episode of the Journey to Launch podcast, Arlan and I are talking about the mindset, confidence, and self-care that led to Arlan's ultimate success. We also discuss Arlan's new book, It's About Damn Time: How to Turn Being Underestimated Into Your Greatest Advantage. Arlan's story is inspiring and this is an episode you don't want to miss.  In this episode you'll learn: How to use confidence to fuel your success What it means to invest in yourself The importance of self-care and how to set boundaries How to write a successful, tailored pitch What really matters in life, and more What's New in the Paperback Edition of Your Journey to Financial Freedom: A bonus chapter: When Life Happens: Staying on the Path to Financial Freedom Through Setbacks, Shifts, and Uncertainty A book club and discussion guide with prompts, exercises, and action steps Updated corrections from the original hardcover Exclusive bonuses when you purchase the paperback, including: The Fire Starter Course The Find Your FIRE Number Worksheet Other related blog posts/links mentioned in this episode: Get Arlan's book It's About Damn Time Check out my interview on Arlan's podcast, Your First Million, where I talk about reaching 1 million podcast downloads and my journey for Journey to Launch.  Get your paperback edition of Your Journey To Financial Freedom if you haven't already. Apply to Share Your Journeyer Story, here./' Join the Journey to Launch Book Club to dive deeper into financial freedom with guided discussions and resources here! Join The Weekly Newsletter List to get updates, deals & more! Leave Your Journey To Financial Freedom a review! Get The Budget Bootcamp Check out my personal website here. Leave me a voicemail– Leave me a question on the Journey To Launch voicemail and have it answered on the podcast! YNAB –  Start managing your money and budgeting so that you can reach your financial dreams. Sign up for a free 34 days trial of YNAB, my go-to budgeting app by using my referral link. What stage of the financial journey are you on? Are you working on financial stability or work flexibility? Find out with this free assessment and get a curated list of the 10 next best episodes for you to listen to depending on your stage. Check it out here! Connect with Arlan: Website Instagram: @ArlanWasHere Twitter: @ArlanWasHere Facebook: @ArlanWasHere Connect with me: Instagram: @Journeytolaunch Twitter: @JourneyToLaunch Facebook: @Journey To Launch Join the Private Facebook Group Join the Waitlist for My FI Course Get The Free Jumpstart Guide  

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Book Alan's Business Breakthrough Session. Your first 30-minute coaching call is FREE. Learn how to prioritize success and let your quality of life become the byproduct. - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-breakthrough-sessionFitness is forever, it's a lifestyle. Get jacked and join the Next Level Fitness Accountability Group. This group is invite-only. Reach out to Kevin or Alan on Instagram:Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/_______________________In today's episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros explore why failure is not the opposite of success. It is often the price of becoming more capable. Too many people let one missed goal, weak performance, or difficult setback become proof that they are not built for the next level.Kevin and Alan discuss how emotion can distort your judgment after a setback, why self-awareness matters more than empty confidence, and how to separate a disappointing result from a final outcome. They also share a practical way to learn from mistakes, adjust your standards, and keep moving when the work becomes more demanding. This episode offers a grounded perspective on resilience, self-belief, and using setbacks to build real skill over time._______________________NLU is more than a podcast. From the Next Level Dreamliner to Group Coaching, we provide tools and communities to help you grow with more clarity, consistency, and accountability.Visit our website and socials through the links below.

Want more support check out these free resources below:6 Mistakes To Avoid in Dating for Confidence:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://the-self-esteem-and-confidence-mindset.kit.com/6datingtips⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠5 Keys of Confidence for Entrepreneurs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠the-self-esteem-and-confidence-mindset.kit.com/5keysofconfidencefornewentrepreneurs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 6 Keys for Self Esteem:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠the-self-esteem-and-confidence-mindset.kit.com/6selfesteemessentials⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Build Confidence Build Your Voice:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠the-self-esteem-and-confidence-mindset.kit.com/shareyourvoice⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Are you waiting to arrive somewhere—a title, a milestone, a version of yourself—before you'll finally feel confident and certain? In this honest solo episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, I'm breaking down why so many of us treat confidence like a destination instead of a decision, and why that mindset quietly keeps us stuck, hidden, and waiting for a moment that never actually arrives.If you've told yourself "I'll feel confident once I..."—once you get the promotion, once you've done it a hundred times, once you finally feel ready—this episode will help you see that certainty isn't something you find out there. It's something you choose to practice right here, right now.

If your case acceptance is lower than it should be, you may be using the wrong model. Dentistry has mostly lived in two camps...1. Old school: persuade harder. 2. No school: educate harder.Neither gets to the real issue. Here's what you may be missing:The 6 Confidence Gaps that cause good patients to hesitateWhy a “money objection” may have nothing to do with moneyHow to identify the real barrier before you explain, persuade, discount, or financeIf you want more of the right patients confidently moving forward, listen now and learn how to diagnose the gap before you try to solve it.━━━━━━━━━Busy isn't the same as Irreplaceable. One fills your schedule. The other protects your time, your income, and the team that has your back.Ten questions. Four minutes. See where your practice is strong, where it is exposed, and what to build next so you can work less, earn more, and be ready for what is coming.Take the Commoditization Threat Assessment: assessment.irreplaceablepractice.com

Confidence can be hard to find when you're facing a new challenge, recovering from a mistake or simply hearing that critical voice in your head. But confidence isn't a personality trait. It's a skill that can be developed.MPR News host Angela Davis and her guest talk about how to quiet your inner critic, learn from mistakes, recognize your wins and take action — even when you don't feel ready.Guest:Cindra Kamphoff is a professor of sport and performance psychology at Minnesota State University, Mankato. She is a certified professional coach and mental performance consultant who founded the Mentally Strong Institute, a firm that provides coaching to leaders and athletes. She also hosts the podcast “High Performance Mindset.” Her most recent book is, “The Confidence Habit: 7 Core Practices to Transform Self-Doubt to Self-Belief.”

In this episode of Beyond The Loop, Dr. Patty Lindstrom, Founder of Creative Logic, and Bill Pasmore, Professor of Practice in Social Organizational Psychology at Columbia University, explore how purpose can transform everyday work into meaningful impact. Drawing on her doctoral research and book, Purpose at Work, Patty introduces a practical, evidence-based model showing how organizations that operationalize purpose build three critical conditions: Clarity in direction, decisions, and priorities; Confidence through trust, shared values, and collaboration; and Commitment to sustainable performance and resilience over time. The conversation moves beyond inspiration to application, examining how leaders embed purpose into strategy, culture, and daily decision-making to drive coordinated execution, meaningful innovation, and long-term value creation. From what happens when clarity, confidence, or commitment breaks down, to how the best leaders activate purpose across their organizations, this episode offers a roadmap for why purpose is no longer optional — it's foundational.   Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts.    Thank you to our podcast sponsor, Shure Incorporated. For nearly 100 years, Shure Incorporated has developed best-in-class audio products that provide high-quality performance, reliability, and value. Headquartered in Niles, Illinois, our history of innovation and expertise in acoustics, wireless technology, and more enables us to deliver seamless, transparent audio experiences to a global audience. Our diverse product line includes world-class wired and wireless microphones, networked audio systems and signal processors, conferencing and discussion systems, software, a loudspeaker, and award-winning earphones and headphones. Find Shure on: Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram 

What could happen if you stopped waiting for permission?Permission to want something more…Permission to try something brave…Permission to go after that crazy idea that's been calling you forward for so long  — even though you have no freaking idea how to make it happen.

What are you carrying around with you when you speak English at work? In this Confidence Session, I explore Ian Robertson's idea of “mental backpacks”. These are the labels, past experiences and beliefs that can quietly affect how you perform. We'll also look at why the right level of challenge can give you a boost, why things stop feeling rewarding once they become comfortable, and how beliefs about being a non-native speaker could be influencing you more than you realise. Book referenced in episode: Ian Robertson, How Confidence Works. The New Science of Self-Belief (not paid ad) LINKEDIN Say hello and follow me hereJOIN MY FRIDAY NEWSLETTER written summary from each episode plus extra tips I don't share on the podcast INTERESTED IN COACHING? Register interest to be informed of future places on my 1-1 programmeTRANSCRIPTS in-depth review of the episode content THIS PODCAST IS MADE POSSIBLE BY FANTASTIC SUPPORTERS. WANT TO BECOME A SUPPORTER TOO? YouTube @annabusinessenglish

Launching a new product or service often feels like an uphill battle. Many experts find themselves trapped in a cycle of perfectionism, endlessly tweaking their offerings instead of taking the plunge and launching. Yet, this perfectionism is rarely about guaranteeing quality; instead, it often stems from uncertainty about the target audience.**The Mindset Behind Perfectionism**Perfectionism before launching isn't a quest for quality; it's a cry for clarity. When you lack a clear understanding of your audience, your work seems perpetually incomplete. This lack of clarity leads to an endless loop of tweaks and modifications, causing significant delays. It's crucial to address this mindset and focus on identifying your audience to break free from the perfection trap.**Identifying the Real Issue: Who is Your Audience?**Often, the real roadblock isn't the content itself but rather a misunderstanding of who it's intended for. Without knowing your audience, your message risks missing the mark, which only perpetuates hesitation and further delays. The solution is simple: identify and understand your target audience and the specific problem your product or service solves for them.**Embrace Analytics and Feedback**Many individuals fear launching because they dread exposure and potential negative feedback. But feedback—both positive and negative—provides valuable insights. Analytics can reveal how users interact with your website, what holds their attention, and what doesn't. It allows you to refine and adapt your approach, fostering a stronger connection with your audience.**The Power of Clarity**Imagine walking in fog and suddenly seeing a distant light; clarity emerges as you move closer. This metaphor highlights how identifying your audience and purpose can illuminate your path forward. Once you achieve clarity, decisions become more straightforward, and confidence grows, propelling you toward action.**Steps to Overcome Perfectionism**1. **Mind Dump Exercise**: Write down reasons you believe you're not ready to launch. Examine each point critically, distinguishing between genuine concerns and irrational fears.2. **Constructive Feedback**: Seek feedback from trusted colleagues or mentors who can provide honest insights without judgment.3. **Real Connection in the Digital Age**: While online interactions can feel impersonal, they serve as a gateway to a broader audience. Ensure your digital content speaks to the problems and pain points your audience faces.4. **Embrace Imperfection**: Realise that perfection is an illusion. Your audience seeks solutions, not perfection. Start small, gather feedback, and iterate.**Final Thoughts**Launching an offering requires courage to embrace imperfections and recognise the need for ongoing adaptation. By clearly defining your audience and seeking constructive feedback, you shed the fog of perfectionism. Take that first step and evolve from there.Remember, taking action aligns with showing up for your audience, providing them with the guidance they need. If you find yourself struggling with this process, reach out to a coach or mentor who can offer personalised support to help you navigate these challenges.Until next time, recognise when perfection isn't your ultimate goal—clarity and action are. Thank you for reading, and don't hesitate to reach out if you encounter challenges along your journey to launching with confidence.

I'm recording this fresh off two days of the Money Rewire Experience, and I am full. Full of gratitude, full of clarity, and honestly just so moved by what I've already watched happen in women's lives in just 48 hours.In this episode, I'm sharing the two biggest shifts that came out of those days together, because I think they're going to completely change the way you think about your money.We cover:Why your relationship with money affects every single interaction, decision, and relationship in your lifeHow the energy you bring to money directly affects how money shows up for youWhy control is not actually the end goal with your finances (and what happens when you stay stuck there)The difference between scarcity-based control and what we're actually working towardWhy trust is the real destination, and what your life looks and feels like when you finally get thereWhat it actually means to live in abundance (and why it has nothing to do with how much is in your bank account)If you've ever felt like you just need to get better at controlling your money, this episode is going to reframe everything for you.Because white-knuckling your finances is not the goal. Peace is. Confidence is. Trust is.And that's exactly where we're going.

When AI gives you the wrong answer with confidence, it's easy to believe it. The response may be polished, specific, and delivered with exactly the kind of certainty we associate with someone who knows what they're talking about. The challenge with AI isn't always recognizing an obviously bad answer. Sometimes the real challenge is recognizing [...] The post When AI Gives You the Wrong Answer With Confidence appeared first on Ken Okel.

The Buffalo Bills initial 53-man roster is set, and Brandon Beane and Joe Brady explained their decisions on who to keep and what moves could still be ahead with the regular season now less than two weeks away. Kevin Carroll and Andy Young discuss the latest from One Bills Drive on the Buffalo End Zone podcast. Why did the Bills keep only three boundary cornerbacks? How confident are they in Maxwell Hairston with rookie Davison Igbinosun waiting in the wings? How did tight end Keleki Latu force his way onto the roster? Will newly-signed Greg Dortch take the punt returner job? How does veteran Shaq Thompson fit into their plans?

Chris Rose joined Baskin and Phelps to share his thoughts on the Browns' 53-man roster and the practice squad and if there was anything that surprised him on cut-down day. He also talked about the last three weeks of the baseball season, whether or not the AL Central is open for the Guardians to steal from the White Sox, and why he's confident the Guardians could go deep in the playoffs.

CBS Radio Mystery Theater || To Kill with Confidence | An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge | June 3, 1974; June 4, 1974 || 02:06 - To Kill with Confidence -- While traveling across the country, a couple of newlyweds are forced to stop at a nearby town due to engine trouble. The wife makes a quick visit to the local stores to grab lunch and comes back to find that both her husband and the repair shop have mysteriously vanished.57:47 - An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge -- To escape an appointment with the gallows at Owl Creek Bridge, a confederate spy embarks on a dangerous journey through hostile territory in order to reach Dixie.: : : : :You can donate to show your support for my podcast and the time I put into creating and posting every week. Donations are through my duane.media PayPal account:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=MSL7S8FKCSL94Enjoying my podcast? You can subscribe to receive new post notices.Thank you for your support.https://otr.duane.media | Instagram @duane.otr@duaneOldTimeRadio #duaneOldTimeRadio#mysteryclassics #oldtimeradio #otr #mysteryradio #radioclassics #rodserling #agathachristie #thewhistler #mystery #suspense #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #crimeclassics #duaneotr:: :

The conversation covers the Eagles' roster depth and the strategy behind keeping four quarterbacks on the team. It delves into the impact of roster cuts, the significance of practice squad players, and the implications of the team's depth and strategy. The conversation delves into the dynamics of NFL roster management, strategic player signings, confidence in the Eagles pass rush, and the Flyers' offseason moves. Each chapter explores a distinct theme, providing valuable insights into the topics discussed. The conversation revolves around sports radio banter and the pressure on players in the upcoming season. The hosts discuss their views on various players and the expectations for the upcoming games.TakeawaysEagles' Roster DepthQuarterback Strategy NFL Roster DynamicsStrategic Player SigningsConfidence in the Eagles Pass RushFlyers Offseason Moves Sports radio banterPressure on players in the upcoming seasonChapters00:00 Eagles' Roster Depth07:07 Quarterback Strategy20:05 NFL Roster Dynamics21:01 Strategic Player Signings26:13 Confidence in the Eagles Pass Rush34:13 Flyers Offseason Moves38:22 Sports Radio Banter48:33 Pressure on Players

There is a page in Emma's notebook that has been written out, in more or less the same words, most weeks for months. Five things on it. Email the curator she met last spring. Book the studio visit. Get the new work up on the website. Finish the residency application. And every week, in that big looping handwriting of hers, the same five things go down on a clean page, and by the following week not one of them has a line through it. If you have a page like that, and I think most of you do, I think some of you could recite yours to me right now, then this one is for you. It will help you to work out why you are repeatedly delaying doing those specific tasks, so you can finally break that cycle, get them done and make some real progress.Before we go any further, if you haven't followed the show yet, do that now, because these solo episodes land every week and they are built to be used rather than just listened to. KEY TAKEAWAYS The task that´s been on your list for weeks isn't a procrastination problem; it's an emotional one. Emailing the curator, updating your website, raising your prices look like simple tasks, but by not doing them you are actually dodging the risk of rejection, judgement, or getting it wrong in public. Instead of asking, “Why can't I just do this?”, say, “I'm not avoiding the task, I'm avoiding the feeling that…”.  Reframe the task, make it tiny and less threatening: “email the curator” becomes “practice reaching out,” “update my website” becomes “practice being seen.”  Make taking action embarrassingly small. Send a three‑line email to that curator, spend 30 minutes on updating your website – so fear doesn't get a vote, and you can actually do it on an ordinary, messy day. BEST MOMENTS “Not one of those five tasks was a task. All five were feelings that she'd already decided the task would produce.” “You tell yourself to put the new work online, and it (your brain) files that under judgement. And you tell yourself to raise your prices, and it files that under losing everything you've built.” “Confidence arrives afterwards. It arrives as evidence. Every difficult email that you've sent, every application you've submitted, every room that you've walked into before you felt ready, your brain quietly loved that you came out the other side.” “Practising saying it out loud to yourself over and again is how it becomes embodied.” PODCAST HOST BIO With over 35 years in the art world, Ceri has worked closely with leading artists and arts professionals, managed public and private galleries and charities, and curated more than 250 exhibitions and events. She has sold artworks to major museums and private collectors and commissioned thousands of works across diverse media, from renowned artists such as John Akomfrah, Pipilotti Rist, Rafael Lozano-Hemmer and Vito Acconci. Now, she wants to share her extensive knowledge with you, so you can excel and achieve your goals. **** Ceri Hand Coaching Membership: Group coaching, live art surgeries, exclusive masterclasses, portfolio reviews, weekly challenges. Access our library of content and resource hub anytime and enjoy special discounts within a vibrant community of peers and professionals. Ready to transform your art career? Join today! https://cerihand.com/membership/ **** Unlock Your Artworld Network Self Study Course Our self-study video course, "Unlock Your Artworld Network," offers a straightforward 5-step framework to help you build valuable relationships effortlessly. Gain the tools and confidence you need to create new opportunities and thrive in the art world today. https://cerihand.com/courses/unlock_your_artworld_network/ **** Book a Discovery Call Today To schedule a personalised 1-2-1 coaching session with Ceri or explore our group coaching options, simply email us at hello@cerihand.com **** Discover Your Extraordinary Creativity Visit www.cerihand.com to learn how we can help you become an extraordinary creative. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

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主播： Flora（中国）+Erin（美国） 音乐： Steal the Show最近在TikTok等社交媒体上，你可能经常看到一个词：Aura比如有人在评论区说：“He has so much aura.”或者：“+10,000 aura points!”看到这里，你可能会有点疑惑：01. Aura到底是什么？其实，这个词原本并不是什么网络流行语。Aura最早可以指一个人散发出来的“气场”或者“灵性能量（spiritual energy）”。但现在，在网络文化里，aura已经有了一个非常不一样的意思。简单来说：Aura = how cool you are (你有多酷)它甚至有点像游戏里的一个characteristic（角色属性）。也就是说，你的aura似乎是可以“加分”或者“扣分”的。If you stay cool and nonchalant, you gain aura points.如果你表现得很酷、nonchalant（满不在乎的、淡然的），你就可能获得aura points（气场值）。反过来，如果你做了一件很尴尬的事情，或者表现得太在意别人的反应，就可能：Lose aura points（失去气场值）所以你会经常看到这样的网络评论：“+10,000 aura points.” “气场值加一万！”或者：“Bro has infinite aura.”Infinite（无限的），也就是：“这兄弟气场拉满了！”当然，这套“气场评分系统”本身就是一种非常silly（搞笑、无厘头的）网络玩法。但它背后其实有一个很有意思的逻辑：Having aura is looking cool without trying.有aura，往往意味着——你看起来很酷，但你没有刻意表现自己很酷。比如，一个篮球运动员投进了一个几乎不可能进的球。所有人都在欢呼，而他只是：投完球，转身，走开。完全没有庆祝和炫耀。就好像：“No biggie.” “没什么大不了的。”这种行为在网络上就很容易被评价为：“That is peak aura behavior.”“这就是气场拉满的行为。”所以，aura有时候并不只是“你做了一件多厉害的事情”，而是：你做了一件很厉害的事情，却没有表现得特别在意。接下来，我们就来看看：到底什么行为会让你gain aura points（增加气场值）？以及——什么行为会让你lose 10,000 aura points（直接损失一万点气场）？02. What Gives You Aura? 哪些行为会让你增加Aura？既然aura可以“加分”，那什么样的行为会让你gain aura points（增加气场值）呢？第一个例子，绝对是经典中的经典。想象一下，你正在看一场篮球比赛。有人投进了一个难度极高的球——那种“怎么可能进！”的球。全场观众都在欢呼。但他呢？投完之后，只是：Turn around and walk away (转身就走)。好像刚才只是随手投了一个普通的球。这就是典型的：Peak aura behavior (气场值拉满的行为)TikTok评论区可能马上就会出现：“+10,000 aura points!”或者：“Bro has infinite aura.”Infinite（无限的），也就是说：“这兄弟气场已经无限了。”为什么这种行为会被认为很有aura？因为它同时满足了两点：You did something impressive.你做了一件非常厉害的事情。但与此同时：You don't care about the applause.你又没有表现得特别在意大家的欢呼。所以，aura真正有意思的地方就在这里：It's not just about being impressive.不仅仅是“厉害”。而是：Looking cool without trying.看起来很酷，却没有刻意表现自己很酷。03. How You Handle Embarrassing Moments 如何面对尴尬时刻？不过，aura不仅体现在你“做成了一件很酷的事情”时。有时候，一个人有没有aura，反而要看：How you handle embarrassing moments.也就是：你是怎么应对尴尬时刻的。比如，你走进教室的时候，一个不小心——Bang!直接撞上了门。然后整个教室的人都看着你。这时候，大多数人的第一反应可能是：“Oh my gosh! Sorry! I'm so sorry!” 然后尴尬地走开。这当然完全没问题。但如果是一个“有aura的人”呢？他可能只是：Shrug it off and keep walking.Shrug it off (不把它当回事、轻松带过)。什么都不解释。面无表情。继续往前走。就好像——Nothing happened.“刚才什么都没发生。”这种“装作毫不在意”的处理方式，在网络上就特别容易被评价为：“That's aura.”当然，这里面其实有一点“表演”的成分。因为有时候，一个人并不是完全不尴尬，而是在努力表现出：“I don't care.”“我根本不在乎。”这也就引出了后面一个非常有意思的概念：Aura farming (刷气场)不过在聊这个之前，我们再来看一个非常现实的例子。04. When a Compliment Costs You Aura 被夸的时候，为什么反而可能Lose Aura？假设有人对你说：“Wow, your English is really good!”“哇，你的英语真好！”你怎么回答？如果你只是：“Thanks.”然后自然地继续聊天。恭喜你。You just gained some aura.但如果你马上开始解释：“Oh really? I actually studied English for eight years, and I got a 7.5 on IELTS, and I also lived abroad for...”说到这里——You are losing aura.哈哈。为什么？因为你：Trying too hard（太用力了、刻意表现）。对方只是夸了你一句，你却急着证明：“我的英语好是有原因的！”“我学了八年！”“我雅思7.5！”“我还在国外生活过！”当然，这些经历本身都没有任何问题。不过，这显得：你太急着证明自己值得这个夸奖。而在aura的逻辑里，真正“有气场”的人往往不会急着解释。They just take the compliment and move on.接受夸奖，然后自然地继续聊天。所以在网络语境里，这时候可能就会出现：“-500 aura points minimum.”Minimum (至少)。“最少扣500点气场值。”你越想让别人觉得“我很酷”，有时候反而越容易：Lose aura.而真正的aura，往往来自一种：“I'm comfortable with myself.”“我对自己很自在。”的状态。05. What Makes You Lose Aura? 哪些行为会让你Lose Aura？前面我们说了什么行为会gain aura points（增加气场值）。但说实话，losing aura points（掉气场值）的例子可能更好笑。而且很多时候，真的非常有代入感。第一个例子：你讲了一个笑话，但没人笑。全场安静。空气突然凝固。这本身已经够尴尬了。但如果这时候你还补上一句：“You know, it's supposed to be funny because...”“你知道吗，这个笑话本来是因为……”完了。Your aura is gone.因为一个真正“有aura”的人，这时候不会拼命解释。Just let it die and move on.Let it die（让这件事自然过去），然后继续往下走。不要解释。不要试图挽救。不要说：“你们怎么都不笑？”更不要开始解释自己的笑话到底哪里好笑。否则评论区可能直接出现：“Bro just lost 10,000 aura points.”“兄弟直接掉了一万点气场。”所以有时候，knowing when to stop（知道什么时候该停下来），本身也是一种aura。还有一种非常经典的losing aura moment（掉气场时刻）：Trying to look cool... and completely backfiring.Backfire (适得其反、弄巧成拙)。比如：一个人戴着太阳镜走在街上。步伐缓慢。表情冷酷。目光看向远方。整个人仿佛在拍电影。Very main character.Main character（主角）原本是影视剧中的“主角”，但在网络语境里，也经常用来形容一个人表现得仿佛自己是整个世界的主角。结果——Bang! 直接撞上路灯。那一刻：Aura going into the negatives.气场直接跌到负数。而且还不只是“掉光了”。There is nothing left. “已经什么都不剩了。”甚至可以说：You are going into debt for how much aura you lost.“你这气场已经亏到负债了。”哈哈，这就是aura文化特别有意思的地方。它把一个非常主观的东西——“气场”——硬生生变成了一个游戏里的score（分数）。而说到这里，就不得不讲一个和aura非常相关的词：Aura farming.06. Aura Farming “刷气场”到底是什么？如果说gaining aura（增加气场）是让自己看起来很酷，那么还有一种更“刻意”的玩法：Aura farming这里的farming原本有“耕种、养殖”的意思。在游戏和网络语境里，farming也可以理解成通过不断重复某种行为来“刷资源”“刷经验”。所以：Aura farming = 有意识地“刷气场”也就是一个人非常明确地通过一些行为，让自己看起来更酷、更有魅力、更有气场。比如想象一下：一个人开始到处戴着太阳镜。走路特别慢。每一步都走得非常有目的。很少笑。总是微微抬着头。目光永远望向远方。整个人看起来：Very cool. Very mysterious (神秘的). 但你看着看着就会发现：Wait... are you trying to look cool? 这就是：Aura farming. 说白了就是在“表演”：“I don't care.”“我根本不在乎。”以及：“I'm effortless.”“我完全没有刻意。” 但最有意思的是——You're trying very hard to look like you're not trying. 你其实非常努力地在表现：“我一点都没在努力。”而且通常大家一眼就能看出来。这时，你完全可以开玩笑地说：“Bro is aura farming.” “这兄弟在刷气场呢。”不过，aura farming并不一定是吐槽。有时候它其实也可以带一点欣赏。比如有人真的很努力地营造自己的风格，而且最后确实：They do look cool.那你说：“He's out here aura farming.” 既可以理解成：“他又开始刷气场了。”也可以带一点：“虽然你确实很刻意，但不得不说，还挺帅。”所以它是一种很典型的互联网表达——A joke, but also kind of a compliment.既是玩笑，又不完全是在嘲讽。而这也说明了一件很有意思的事情：Aura isn't just about looking cool. 它其实越来越和：Confidence (自信)以及：Being comfortable with yourself (做自己时感到自在) 联系在一起。真正有aura的人，并不一定是永远完美、永远冷酷的人。有时候反而是：你出了糗，也不慌。你被夸了，也不急着证明自己。你做错了，也能brush it off（不把它当回事，轻松带过），然后继续往前走。所以，aura farming可能是在“努力制造气场”。但真正持久的aura，可能恰恰来自：You don't have to perform. 你不需要一直表演给别人看。你只是舒服地做自己。而这可能才是这个网络梗背后最有意思的一层。07. The Real Aura 真正的Aura是什么？聊到这里，你可能会发现，所谓的aura，其实并没有一个真正的标准。有人投进一个超级难的球，转身就走：+10,000 aura points.有人讲了一个冷笑话，没人笑，还非要解释：-10,000 aura points.有人戴着墨镜、慢悠悠地走路，努力营造一种“我根本不在乎”的感觉：Aura farming.但如果我们把这些网络玩笑放到一起，会发现它们其实都在反复强调一件事：Confidence.自信。以及：Being comfortable with yourself. 对自己感到自在。真正的aura，可能并不是你看起来有多酷，也不是你有没有一直保持一个“完美形象”。而是当一些尴尬的事情发生时，你能够：Brush it off and keep going.Brush it off（不把它当回事，轻松带过），然后继续往前走。下次如果你在TikTok评论区看到：“+10,000 aura points!” 你就知道是在说：“这也太有气场了！”如果看到：“-500 aura points.” 那就是：“刚才那一下，气场掉了。”而如果有人说：“Bro is aura farming.” 那可能是在说：“这兄弟又开始刷气场了。”欢迎在评论区告诉我们：什么行为在你看来最有aura？又有哪些行为，会让一个人瞬间：Lose 10,000 aura points?

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Kurt Jones. Purpose of the Interview The conversation aims to highlight the importance of mental health and wellness, particularly in the Black community, elite sports, and entrepreneurial spaces. It focuses on mental resilience, confidence building, and strategies for handling stress and setbacks, while introducing Dr. Jones’ methodology and his mission through Play 21 Wellness Academy. Key Takeaways Mental Health in the Black Community Historically stigmatized; seen as weakness or negativity. Today, awareness is improving, but significant work remains. Customized Approach Dr. Jones does individualized analysis and treatment plans for athletes and business professionals. Rejects “cookie-cutter” solutions—tailors strategies to personal circumstances. The Shelving Method A mental organization system with four shelves: Immediate Shelf: Urgent tasks within 24 hours. Active Shelf: Important but less urgent tasks. Holding Shelf: Items to revisit later. Elimination Shelf: Thoughts/tasks to discard permanently. Helps clients focus on the present and avoid dwelling on past mistakes. Confidence & Setbacks Confidence can collapse after major losses or failures. Strategy: Remind clients of their greatness, review past successes, and rebuild momentum. Consistency and adaptability are key to sustaining success. Play 21 Wellness Academy Founded in memory of Ben Wilson, a top basketball player and Dr. Jones’ best friend. Mission: Support youth athletes, address issues like parent/teacher abuse, and provide mental health resources. Operates as both a nonprofit and for-profit entity. Broader Client Base Works with elite athletes, entrepreneurs, and high-level professionals. Mental clarity and emotional control are critical for success in any field. Health & Balance Encourages regular medical checkups, stress management, and work-life balance. Advocates for self-reward and stepping out of comfort zones while maintaining wellness. Upcoming Projects Book: Chi-Town Blueprints (personal story and mental resilience). Workbook on the Shelving Method for schools, universities, and professionals. Notable Quotes On Mental Health Stigma:“When people talked about mental health, the first thought was negative.” On Focus:“You can’t take the last play to the next play.” On Success:“Mental thinking is a huge part of success.” On Confidence:“Remind yourself of what got you to the point where you were winning.” On Consistency:“You’ve never seen a Brinks truck behind a funeral car—the graveyard is the richest place because people die with million-dollar dreams.” On Purpose:“Walk in your purpose. When you walk in your purpose, there’s no stopping you.” #SHMS #STRAW #BEST Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcastSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Kurt Jones. Purpose of the Interview The conversation aims to highlight the importance of mental health and wellness, particularly in the Black community, elite sports, and entrepreneurial spaces. It focuses on mental resilience, confidence building, and strategies for handling stress and setbacks, while introducing Dr. Jones’ methodology and his mission through Play 21 Wellness Academy. Key Takeaways Mental Health in the Black Community Historically stigmatized; seen as weakness or negativity. Today, awareness is improving, but significant work remains. Customized Approach Dr. Jones does individualized analysis and treatment plans for athletes and business professionals. Rejects “cookie-cutter” solutions—tailors strategies to personal circumstances. The Shelving Method A mental organization system with four shelves: Immediate Shelf: Urgent tasks within 24 hours. Active Shelf: Important but less urgent tasks. Holding Shelf: Items to revisit later. Elimination Shelf: Thoughts/tasks to discard permanently. Helps clients focus on the present and avoid dwelling on past mistakes. Confidence & Setbacks Confidence can collapse after major losses or failures. Strategy: Remind clients of their greatness, review past successes, and rebuild momentum. Consistency and adaptability are key to sustaining success. Play 21 Wellness Academy Founded in memory of Ben Wilson, a top basketball player and Dr. Jones’ best friend. Mission: Support youth athletes, address issues like parent/teacher abuse, and provide mental health resources. Operates as both a nonprofit and for-profit entity. Broader Client Base Works with elite athletes, entrepreneurs, and high-level professionals. Mental clarity and emotional control are critical for success in any field. Health & Balance Encourages regular medical checkups, stress management, and work-life balance. Advocates for self-reward and stepping out of comfort zones while maintaining wellness. Upcoming Projects Book: Chi-Town Blueprints (personal story and mental resilience). Workbook on the Shelving Method for schools, universities, and professionals. Notable Quotes On Mental Health Stigma:“When people talked about mental health, the first thought was negative.” On Focus:“You can’t take the last play to the next play.” On Success:“Mental thinking is a huge part of success.” On Confidence:“Remind yourself of what got you to the point where you were winning.” On Consistency:“You’ve never seen a Brinks truck behind a funeral car—the graveyard is the richest place because people die with million-dollar dreams.” On Purpose:“Walk in your purpose. When you walk in your purpose, there’s no stopping you.” #SHMS #STRAW #BEST Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've ever wondered whether you're doing enough to help your child feel good about themselves, Dr. Lisa Damour has curated her most essential guidance on confidence, self-esteem & self-compassion into one episode for you. This encore “Best of Ask Lisa” compilation offers a research-backed roadmap for raising kids with a solid sense of self-worth — and for parents who want to model that from the inside out. This episode also features conversations with three leading experts: Dr. Tovah Klein, Dr. Sue Varma, and Dr. Traci Baxley.

The Stars Will Never Line Up For You and That's A Good Thing

00:00 David Aldridge Is Worried About Commanders Injury 21:00 Callers Share Concerns About Commanders 32:00 Are Any Callers Confident?