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Why can our own patterns be so difficult to see?You might think repetition would make them obvious. But what if repetition does the opposite—making our patterns feel so familiar that we stop noticing them?In this Sound Bite (12:56), Yo reflects on her recent conversation with Broadway actress, author, and success coach Leslie Becker about limiting beliefs and Leslie's Gotcha Exercise.That conversation led Yo to wonder about the patterns that keep showing up in our lives.Maybe we keep taking responsibility for everything.Maybe we avoid asking for help.Maybe we say yes and then feel resentful.Maybe we become defensive when someone questions us.Each individual experience may have a perfectly reasonable explanation. But what happens when we stop looking at them separately and ask:What keeps repeating here?Yo explores how a recurring pattern may point us toward beliefs we haven't recognized yet—and how those beliefs and patterns can begin reinforcing one another.If I believe I have to take care of everything myself, I may not ask for help.Then I end up taking care of everything myself.And suddenly I have more evidence for the belief:See? I knew I couldn't depend on anyone.Round and round we go.In This Sound Bite:Why repetition can actually make our patterns harder to seeHow the circumstances can change while our roles, reactions, or emotions remain familiarThe question: Who do I keep becoming when this happens?Why finding the belief underneath a pattern can take some diggingHow Yo uses journaling to move beneath the explanation or story she already knowsByron Katie's invitation to question what we believe: Is it true?How beliefs and patterns may reinforce one anotherWhy recognizing a pattern doesn't mean we've changed itHow awareness can create enough space for a different choiceWhy compassionate curiosity may be more useful than judgmentThe quieter bravery involved in looking honestly at ourselvesAs Yo reflects:We can't question a belief we haven't found.And we can't change a pattern we can't see.Maybe the first step isn't asking ourselves what we need to change.Maybe it's simply becoming curious about what keeps showing up.A Question to Consider:What keeps repeating in your life—and what might it be asking you to see?Coming Next on Girl, Take the Lead!Yo's next guest is Kerry Siggins, CEO of StoneAge and author of Talk with Trust: How to Own Feedback, Spark Growth, and Build Stronger Teams.Kerry and Yo explore feedback, trust, difficult conversations, and the courage it takes not only to say what needs to be said—but to hear it.Kerry also shares her SHARES model for navigating difficult conversations, while she and Yo consider another kind of pattern worth noticing:What happens inside us when feedback makes us defensive?Can we notice the reaction, pause, and stay in the conversation rather than protect ourselves from what we're hearing?Until then, remember:Leadership takes bravery—and sometimes bravery begins with seeing the patterns we've learned not to see.

What happens when a leadership team can clearly see a problem—but no one takes ownership of solving it? In this episode, Kristin Arnold explores one of the most revealing phrases leaders can use: "Someone should…" While the phrase may sound harmless, it can signal a deeper leadership problem: a gap between awareness and accountability. Leaders may recognize what needs to change, agree that it matters, and even acknowledge that it has been overdue—yet the work still doesn't get done. The conversation examines why leadership teams drift from "I will" to "someone should," what that shift reveals about team dynamics, and how high-performing teams turn good intentions into measurable commitments. In This Episode, We Discuss Why "someone needs to…" can be a dangerous phrase in leadership The difference between shared awareness and individual ownership How teams unintentionally make action optional The connection between responsibility and accountability Why "someone should" can become a form of polite avoidance How competing priorities can prevent important work from getting done The difference between discussing an issue and actually making a decision Why some leaders stop stepping up when they lose confidence in follow-through What "someone should" reveals about the leadership team itself How effective facilitation can help teams move from conversation to commitment Key Takeaway At the leadership level, there often isn't a mysterious "someone else" who is going to solve the problem. When an important issue surfaces, strong leadership teams ask: Who owns this? What exactly are they accountable for? By when? How will we know it's done? The goal is to move from "Someone should" to "I'll take that." The Leadership Shift The episode highlights several important transitions: Shared awareness → Clear ownership Good intentions → Explicit commitments Discussion → Decision "Someone should" → "I will champion this" These may seem like small language changes, but they can create significant behavioral changes within a leadership team. Questions for Leaders to Consider What issues does our leadership team repeatedly acknowledge without resolving? How often do we say "someone should" instead of identifying an owner? Are our priorities actually connected to what leaders are measured and held accountable for? Do we have a habit of closing decisions—or simply discussing them? What commitment needs to be made today that we've been postponing? Final Thought The biggest gap in leadership is rarely insight. It's ownership. Organizations don't move forward simply because their leaders recognize what needs to change. Progress begins when someone is willing to step forward, take responsibility, and say: "I'll take that."

In this episode of the Extraordinary Team Podcast, Kristin Arnold explores a subtle but powerful leadership signal she observed during an executive presentation: talking about the team while unintentionally leaving the team invisible. Leadership communication is about far more than words. Where leaders stand, who they acknowledge, and how they include others physically and verbally all send messages that audiences instinctively interpret. In this episode, Kristin discusses: Why leadership is "spatial"  The difference between talking about your team versus talking with your team  How inclusive language shapes trust and credibility  Why audiences increasingly trust collaborative leadership over the "hero leader" model  Small behaviors that help leaders visibly share ownership and recognition  Key takeaway: Leadership is not just revealed by who speaks. It's revealed by who gets seen. Memorable Moments "People don't just listen to your words. They read the signals around your words." "Leadership is spatial."  "Inclusive language creates shared ownership."  "Leadership is not just revealed by who speaks. It's revealed by who gets seen."  Questions to Consider What signals do you send through who gets acknowledged and included?  Do your language and behaviors reinforce shared ownership?  Who might be unintentionally invisible during your meetings or presentations?   Read the original blog post: https://extraordinaryteam.com/dont-talk-about-your-team-like-they-arent-in-the-room/ Learn more about facilitation, leadership, and building high-performing teams at: https://www.ExtraordinaryTeam.com  

how Notes: “You Can Rise From Here” Are you standing at a crossroads, wondering what's next for your career, identity, or purpose? In this heartful audio letter, Pamela Stone speaks directly to the woman—yes, you—who senses there must be more to her life. If you feel uncertain, stuck, or simply ready for a new chapter, this episode is your gentle reminder: You can rise from right where you are. Three Key Takeaways for Today: Rising starts with a single, simple step. You don't need a dramatic reinvention—sometimes just one new action or choice is enough. Give yourself permission. You're not too late, and you're not behind. Your next chapter begins now. Reflect honestly. Consider: What part of your life is calling you to rise? What one step can you take this week toward the woman you're becoming? Your story isn't over—there is still more waiting for you. Stay connected: www.sheshift.co Tool to use to empower the What's Next: Grab your Free 5 steps to Dream. Reflect. Rise https://payhip.com/b/tquL7 If you anything like me, you are always on the go. To get your daily read a book in Audible may be it. Click the link below to start your free trial of Audible Books and explore thousands of titles on reinvention, purpose, and living boldly after 45 — because your next chapter deserves to be heard. Click here https://amzn.to/4tD9kvq

Partnerships can be one of the most powerful ways to grow a business. However, they can also bring risk, stress, and financial challenges if not handled properly. In this episode of the I Hate Numbers podcast, we explore what makes a partnership successful and how to avoid the common pitfalls. Whether you are a freelancer, creative, or small business owner, understanding how to structure and manage a partnership is essential for long-term success.Why Partnerships MatterWhen done right, partnerships can accelerate business growth, improve creativity, and reduce workload pressure. Working with the right person allows you to combine strengths, share responsibilities, and build something greater together. However, choosing the wrong partner can lead to conflict, financial loss, and long-term damage.Start with Shared ValuesA strong partnership begins with shared values. This does not mean you need identical personalities, but you must align on key business principles. Ask yourself:Do you both want the same outcome from the business?Do you share similar views on money, time, and commitment?Can you trust each other when challenges arise?Misalignment at this stage almost always leads to problems later.Look for a Proven Track RecordYou do not need a partner with decades of experience, but you do need evidence that they can follow through. Have they delivered results before? Have you worked together previously? If not, consider starting with a smaller project before committing long term.Complementary Skills WinThe best partnerships are built on complementary strengths, not duplication. For example:One partner may focus on creativityThe other may manage finance and operationsThis balance improves efficiency and avoids conflict over responsibilities.Clarity Is EssentialMany partnerships fail because roles and responsibilities are not clearly defined. You should document:Who handles financesWho communicates with clientsWho owns intellectual propertyWho makes final decisionsClarity prevents confusion, builds trust, and protects the business.Choose the Right StructureThere are several ways to structure a partnership, including:Informal freelancer collaborationsGeneral partnershipsLimited companiesLimited liability partnershipsEach option has different legal and tax implications, so choosing the right one is a key part of business tax planning UK.Be Honest and Have the Hard ConversationsSuccessful partnerships are built on honesty and transparency. You must be willing to:Discuss money openlyAddress issues earlyChallenge each other respectfullyAvoiding difficult conversations leads to bigger problems later.Put Everything in WritingA written agreement is not optional. It is essential. Your partnership agreement should cover:Profit sharingOwnershipExit strategiesDispute resolutionThis protects both parties and provides clarity from day one.Plan for the “What Ifs”Every partnership should plan for potential challenges before they happen. Consider:What happens if one partner leaves?What happens if priorities change?What happens if the business grows quickly?Planning ahead reduces risk and ensures stability.Why Systems and Transparency MatterClear financial visibility is critical in any partnership. Using tools like Xero cloud accounting allows both partners to track finances and maintain transparency. This builds trust and supports better decision-making in your small business finance UK journey.Key TakeawayA successful partnership is not built on assumptions or good intentions alone. It requires planning, communication, and structure. If you take the time to align values, define roles, and plan for the future, you can create a partnership that supports growth and long-term success.Episode Timecodes00:00 – Introduction to partnerships01:00 – Why partnerships matter02:00 – Shared values and alignment03:30 – Track record and testing partnerships04:30 – Complementary skills05:30 – Roles and responsibilities07:00 – Legal structures explained08:30 – Hard conversations and transparency10:00 – Putting agreements in writing11:30 – Planning for future risks12:30 – Final thoughtsFurther Support

The forty days of Lent in the church calendar echo Jesus' temptations in the wilderness as described in Matthew 4. In this sermon Rebecca investigates the meaning of Lent and why it matters. As temptation distorts good things sought apart from trust in the Father, we are encouraged into, "..allowing our habits and routines to be disrupted and reshaped, so that we are formed as disciples, rather than units of production or consumption."Consider:What ministry could God be preparing you for?What spiritual muscle could you start exercising?What Lenten practices might support your preparation?Gospel reading and key textsMat 4:1-11Romans 5:12-19

Why is it so important to imagine the worst-case scenario? What happens when we don't?In this episode of Delivering Adventure, Chris and Jordy share a few examples from their adventure industry careers to illustrate the importance of considering the worst-case scenario. They also talk about some of the factors that can compromise our ability to foresee what can happen if things don't go to plan and how we can avoid falling into these traps.Chris Kaipio has been working in the adventure guiding industry as a guide, instructor, trainer, manager and content developer since 1991.Jordy Shepard is an internationally certified ACMG / IFMGA Mountain Guide, guide trainer, an avalanche educator, rescue specialist, and a former park warden.Key TakeawaysHow we can imagine the wort-case scenario:Consider What can Reasonably Happen: This involves asking ourselves what all the possible negative outcomes could be and identifying if we are prepared if they come to pass.Be detail oriented: The difference between a professional and an amateur is being detail oriented. Considering all the details before hand gives us an opportunity to identify and plan for all the likely outcomes that may happen.Think ahead: This can require us to step away from complex situations so that we can fully consider the situation and what lies ahead.Ask if we are Missing Anything: Is there information that we might be missing? This is something that we should always be asking ourselves. This helps to avoid developing tunnel vision.Do your research: This can involve talking to others and looking at case-studies.Training and Simulations: This can give us firsthand experience with what can happen.Communicate the Risks Thoroughly: This creates an opportunity for everyone to understand what hazards they can expect to encounter.Guest BiosChris Kaipio is the produce and co-host of Delivering Adventure.He has worked in the adventure industry as an instructor, guide, trainer and manager since 2001.Chris is currently developing the Managing Risk on Snow eLearning Certification for the Professional Ski Instructors of Canada. When complete, this will be a robust four level online risk management and decision-making certification for guides and Instructors.Chris has written the book Power to Influence: How to get the best out of ourselves and others. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides. This is where he met Jordy Shepherd.Jordy Shepherd is the co-host of Delivering Adventure.Jordy is an internationally certified ACMG / IFMGA Mountain Guide, guide trainer, an avalanche educator, rescue specialist, and a former park warden.His work experience includes Canadian Avalanche Association Course Leader for Avalanche Search and Rescue Advanced Skills, Provincial Park Ranger, National Park Warden, Wildlife Conflict Specialist, Wildland and Structural Firefighter, Mountain and Industrial Rescue Specialist, Heli-skiing Operations Manager and Lead Guide, and Licensed Real Estate Agent. In addition to all of his work in the adventure guiding industry, Jordy runs a successful real estate company in Canmore Alberta where he currently lives with is family.Follow or SubscribeDon't forget to follow the show!Share & Social Linkshttps://linktr.ee/deliveringadventure

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/ece-devotions/20260202ECME.mp3 Listen to Devotion Brothers and sisters, think of what you were when you were called. Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influential; not many were of noble birth. But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. 1 Corinthians 1:26-27 You Are Equipped Imagine you're meeting a friend for coffee. You both stand in line and catch up as the barista makes your drink. After the barista hands you your beverages, you find a table ready to continue chatting. But then your friend says to you, “You know; you're not smart, influential or important.” Wait, what?! Our natural reaction would be to try to prove that we are smart, influential, or important. How quickly we would list the accolades that make us exactly those things. How quickly we would come to our own defense. Tearing you down—that's not what friends are supposed to be for. Then, we get quiet. We remember what it was like to be handed our firstborn baby, walk out of the hospital, and think, “What am I supposed to do now?!” We think about the to do list – the groceries, the school signups, and the dinner that needs to be made. We think about the classroom that will never be prepped in time and the materials that just never seem to be where they are supposed to be. And why are we always out of blue paint? We remember the camping trips where inevitably something is always forgotten. (That's okay; I guess I didn't really need a pillow.) It may feel like our family is falling apart and we never have enough time together. Then there's the loss of a loved one that we still think about daily. We think of all the ways that Jesus reminds us, “You have nothing without me.” Yet, we keep trying to do it ourselves. We continue to get frustrated when that doesn't work. We continue to be frustrated that we keep falling short and that we keep spinning in circles after trying everything. Finally, we're brought back to reality. Then we have to say, “You're right. I'm not smart, influential or important!” Then comes God. God's power and wisdom are not dependent on human status and what we can do on our own. As God always does, he doesn't leave us alone and unequipped. He remains constant. He reminds us that he has equipped us. He stands still for us. He says, “I've got you. You have nothing without me, but you have everything with me. When you feel alone, I'm right beside you. When you walk through the dark valleys, I am with you. Those big hard things that seem impossible, I will equip you for all that comes your way. Remember? I have overcome the world. You are blessed through me and because of me.” It all may be too big on our own. By ourselves, we can't handle the to-do list and serving one hundred school kids and their families. By ourselves, we don't have the strength when a family feels like it is falling apart or we are grieving the loss of a loved one. But the beautiful thing is that we don't have to do those things alone. God stands strong, he stands tall, and he says, “I. AM. HERE. I've got you. With me, you are wise. With me, you are influential. With me, you can do everything. With me, you are blessed. You are never alone. You are equipped for whatever I put in your life.” May Jesus continue to remind you, today and always, that you are equipped, you are exactly where God called you to be, and you are blessed. Prayer: Dear Jesus, Please remind us today and always, that I am equipped and exactly where your Father needs me to be. Thank you for always reminding me that I am blessed by you and through you. In your name I pray. Amen. A Question to Consider: What is a way that God has blessed you in the last week? What is a way that God may use you to bless others in the next week? Early Childhood Ministry Educator’s (ECME) Devotions are brought to you by WELS Commission on Lutheran Schools. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

Have you been feeling the urge to reach out to that old friend you took distance from? As we move into the holidays it can be tempting to re-connect— send a quick message, extend an invite, or reopen the door with someone we've drifted from. But how do you know whether it's a relationship worth revisiting… or one that's better left gently in the past?In this episode, we help you decide whether to re-engage with an old friend, or keep your distance. You'll hear some important questions you need to ask yourself, real examples, and a grounded look at the difference between healthy discomfort and unhealthy self-abandonment.In This Episode We Explore:How duty and obligation can both connect and confine usHow to tell when a relationship brings more stress than supportWhy we need to think of our time and energy as "investments"How the people around you shape who you becomeSome key questions, like: Has anything actually changed?Getting honest about your standards and what you are willing to put up withReflection Questions to Consider:What's driving the urge to reconnect — guilt, habit, or expectation?Do you have the capacity to carry someone who brings weight instead of warmth?What kind of relationships do you believe in surrounding yourself with?A Takeaway to Sit With:You can love someone, care about them, and hold fond memories — and still choose distance. Protecting your peace can be an act of honesty, not rejection.For Women Who Want Support With This Kind of Work & More Connections with Likeminded Folk:I'm reopening The Bold as Love Collective — a three-month coaching circle for women who have a tendency towards overthinking, over-functioning, and over-giving, and want to feel calmer, clearer, and more grounded in their relationships and conversations.If you want to feel more seen without performing and more heard without raising your voice, check out all the info here and DM with questions.Want to get better at speaking up? Sign up for the free on-demand workshop that will help you be more confident in standing your ground when you're dealing with a boundary bulldozer. Sign up here.Get on the Newsletter List here.Have a topic or question you'd love to hear about?Message me and let me know.email april@lovelossproject.comInstagram @with.love.aprilhttps://www.instagram.com/with.love.april/Please note:This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis. This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if neededAll identifying details about the people and the stories shared here are removed to protect confidentiality.

The latest episode of TWIT Talks with Stan Hustad dives into a topic we all know but rarely name: the strange power of empty threats, the certainty of foes when you try to do good, and the absolute necessity of performing in today's world. Stan kicks off with a smile and a sting: “If you're doing well—and especially if you're helping others do well—you will have foes.” It's a truth rooted in history, spirituality, and everyday reality. Add to that a few comic tales from Stan's days as “Mr. H” the high school teacher—like the student who threatened to “pee on the floor” if not allowed to sneak out for a smoke—and you get a blend of laughter and wisdom that sticks. But Stan doesn't stop at funny stories. He draws a sharp line to our modern reality: we live in the performance economy. Books, businesses, and brands don't just sell themselves anymore. To thrive, you have to master what he calls the 4S Formula: Storytelling – share who you are and what you stand for. Streaming – get your voice on video and digital channels. Selling – never forget the transaction that sustains you. Strategy – tie it all together with purpose. Whether you're an introverted author, a seasoned entrepreneur, or simply someone trying to make a difference, Stan insists you'll need to add “performance” to your skill set. In his words: “You're going to have to become a PA—a Performance Author.” Actor or Artist... Remember all business is your business. Things to Remember & Share Foes are proof you're moving in the right direction. Empty threats backfire—on the giver, not just the receiver. Performance is the new currency in the economy of ideas. The 4S Formula—Storytelling, Streaming, Selling, Strategy—should guide your next steps. Take Note for Action Ask yourself: Am I just selling sugar water—or am I performing something of lasting value? Consider: What new performance skill can I practice this month? Reach out: Stan Hustad has spent over 45 years mastering the art of performance and can help you step into this new economy with confidence. Closing Challenge As Stan reminds his listeners, each new season—and each new year—is a chance to change the script. Don't settle for empty threats or sugar water. Step up, tell your story, and learn to perform with authenticity and impact. For wisdom, insight, and truth with a smile, listen to the full TWIT Talk. And if you're ready to sharpen your performance edge, contact Stan Hustad today. After all, in the performance economy, the next act is yours.

Dharma – The First PurusarthaDharma is one's life path of virtue and purpose, fulfilled through ethical duties and responsibilities. Discovering Dharma requires deep introspection, self-awareness, and reflection on your unique talents and calling.Consider: What brings you joy and fulfilment? What values guide you? Where do you feel most alive? Challenges serve as opportunities for growth, shaping your journey. Contributing to society and being of service can provide meaning and purpose.Yoga and meditation support this exploration...yoga nurtures well-being, while meditation offers clarity and connection to one's true nature. Studying spiritual texts and seeking guidance from mentors further refines your path.Living your Dharma brings fulfilment, clarity, and a profound sense of harmony. It empowers you to serve, create, and inspire with integrity. Dharma evolves, and embracing it leads to self-realisation and liberation.Mantra: “I am open and willing, please guide me.”To read more and to practice with Zephyr Wildman, click here. To support Zephyr Yoga Podcast, donate here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the key to real transformation isn't doing more — but honouring what matters most?In this episode of The Full Circle Podcast, Gillian explores the non-negotiables that form the foundation of lasting personal growth. These are the habits, behaviours, values, and boundaries that keep you anchored, even when life gets chaotic.From identifying what truly supports your wellbeing, to learning how to implement these priorities with consistency, flexibility, and self-respect — this episode is a masterclass in intentional living.If you're ready to stop drifting and start living in alignment with your values, this is the episode to guide you home to yourself.In This Episode, You'll Learn:

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Brad chats with certified financial planner Shannah Game, who shares insights from her book Unraveling Your Relationship with Money. They discuss the emotional and psychological aspects of finance, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's money stories, setting intentional spending boundaries, and achieving financial independence beyond just numbers and logic. Key Topics Discussed: Introduction to Shannah Game (00:00:48) Shannah is a CFP and author of Unraveling Your Relationship with Money. The Emotional Side of Finance (00:01:35) Personal finance is 90% psychology and emotion. Shannah discusses her own journey and revelations about money. Understanding Money Trauma (00:06:48) Money trauma can affect anyone, not just those from impoverished backgrounds. Discussing childhood experiences and their impact on adult financial behaviors. Strategies for Intentional Spending (00:12:15) Implement the 24-hour rule before purchases to reduce impulsive spending. Create space between stimulus and response to make intentional financial choices. Creating Your Financial Rules (00:16:40) The concept of setting personal financial boundaries and making your own rules. Importance of tailoring financial strategies to individual needs. Personal Growth and Self-trust (00:36:17) Fostering a growth mindset to combat feelings of being "bad with money." Emphasizing the importance of self-trust in financial decision-making. Key Insights: Money as Joy, Not Struggle (00:06:00) Money should enhance life rather than be a source of stress. Conscious Spending (00:10:07) Create space to reflect before making purchases. Set Your Own Financial Rules (00:16:40) Empower yourself to establish personal financial guidelines that resonate with your values. Our Brains and Money (00:18:39) Recognizing how cognitive processes can sabotage financial well-being. Actionable Takeaways: Apply a 24-hour cooling-off period before making purchases to minimize impulsive spending. (Timestamp: 00:11:22) Use highlighters to categorize your spending and uncover hidden patterns affecting your financial decisions. (Timestamp: 00:29:23) FAQs: What are some strategies to manage emotional spending? Implement a 24-hour waiting period before purchases. (00:10:58) How can I uncover my money stories? Reflect on spending patterns in a relaxed environment to identify emotional triggers. (00:29:23) Why is it important to address money trauma? It helps break negative cycles, fostering a healthier financial relationship. (00:07:53) Discussion Questions to Consider: What are your earliest memories related to money, and how do they shape your current beliefs? (00:08:15) How can you create a healthier emotional relationship with money? (00:39:17) Related Resources: Unraveling Your Relationship with Money - Book Link (00:41:01) Follow Shannah Game: Website & Podcast: EveryonesTalkingMoney.com Instagram: @ShannahGame Examine your financial beliefs deeply and review the actionable steps to cultivate a healthier relationship with money, paving the way toward financial independence.

Do you ever feel like you're back in 6th grade when it comes to friendships? Are you surprised (and maybe a little embarrassed) by how much drama, insecurity, or awkwardness still shows up when it comes to friendships as an adult? If you've ever cringed at how much this still affects you... you're not alone, and you're in the right place. In this episode, I'm diving deep into adult friendships — the good, the hard, the healing — and how our experiences with friends tie directly into our emotional well-being (yes, even our weight-loss journeys). You'll discover: Why old friendship wounds might still be affecting you today How unresolved trauma can keep you emotionally stuck (and how to begin moving forward) What it really means to be your own best friend — and how that shifts every other relationship in your life Why friendship dynamics can be tricky (especially when people-pleasing or obligation creeps in) The surprising connection between emotional safety and permanent weight loss This episode is full of reflection questions, real-life stories from clients, and actionable takeaways to help you stop feeling like an insecure kid and start showing up as your most confident, connected self.

You know who you want to become - but how do you get there?In this inspiring and practical episode, Gillian guides you through building a personal roadmap to your best self. If you've been tuning into Season 9, you've already explored self-awareness and challenged imposter syndrome. Now, it's time to turn that inner work into intentional action.From crafting a clear vision to setting SMART goals and establishing meaningful routines, this episode offers the structure you need to create real, lasting transformation. Whether you're feeling stuck or simply ready to take the next step, this is your blueprint for becoming the most authentic and aligned version of you.What You'll Learn in This Episode:

In 2011, HP killed a $1.2 billion innovation in just 49 days. I was the Chief Technology Officer who recommended buying it. What happened next reveals why smart people consistently destroy breakthrough technology—and the systematic framework you need to avoid making the same mistake. HP had just spent $1.2 billion acquiring Palm to get WebOS—one of the most advanced mobile operating systems ever created. It had true multitasking when iOS and Android couldn't handle it, an elegant interface design, and breakthrough platform technology. I led the technical due diligence and recommended the acquisition because I believed we were buying the future of mobile computing.We launched it on the HP TouchPad tablet. Then, the CEO killed it just 49 days after launch. Here's a question that should keep every innovation leader awake at night: How do you destroy breakthrough technology worth over a billion dollars in less than two months? The answer isn't what you think. It's not about bad technology, poor market timing, or insufficient resources. It's about systematic thinking errors that intelligent people make when evaluating innovation under pressure. And these same patterns are happening in companies everywhere, right now. I'm going to show you exactly how this happens, why your company is vulnerable to the same mistakes, and give you a proven framework to prevent these disasters before they destroy your next breakthrough innovation. On my Studio Notes on Substack, I share the personal story of watching this unfold while recovering from surgery. In this episode, I want to focus on the systematic patterns that caused this disaster and the decision framework that can prevent it. Here's my promise: by the end of this episode, you'll understand the five thinking errors that consistently destroy innovation value, you'll have a complete decision framework to avoid these traps, and you'll know exactly how to apply this to your current innovation decisions. Because here's what this disaster taught me: intelligence doesn't predict decision quality. Systematic thinking frameworks do. The Pattern That Destroys Billion-Dollar Innovations Let me start with the fundamental problem that makes these disasters predictable. When the HP Board hired Leo Apotheker as CEO, they created what I call a "cognitive mismatch," and it reveals why smart people make terrible innovation decisions. Apotheker came from SAP, where he'd run a $15 billion software company. HP was a $125 billion technology company with breakthrough mobile platform technology. The board put someone whose largest organizational experience was half the size of HP's smallest division in charge of evaluating platform innovations he'd never encountered before. But here's the crucial insight: the problem wasn't his experience level. The problem was how his professional background created mental blind spots that made him literally unable to see WebOS as an opportunity. Here's what's dangerous: Apotheker couldn't see WebOS as valuable because his entire career taught him that software companies don't do hardware. His brain was wired to see hardware as a distraction, not an advantage. To him, WebOS represented exactly the kind of hardware business he wanted to eliminate. Your expertise becomes your blind spot. You literally can't see opportunities outside your professional comfort zone. And this is the first critical principle: Your job background creates mental filters that determine what opportunities you can even see. And this pattern is happening in your company right now. Your finance team evaluates platform investments using metrics designed for traditional products. Your marketing team rejects concepts they can't explain with existing frameworks. Your engineers dismiss breakthrough ideas that don't fit current technical roadmaps. The pattern is always identical: intelligent people using the wrong thinking frameworks to evaluate breakthrough technology. Let me show you exactly how this destroys innovation value. The Five Systematic Thinking Errors That Kill Innovation WebOS died because of five predictable cognitive errors that occur when smart people evaluate breakthrough technology under pressure. These aren't unique to HP—I've seen identical patterns destroy innovation value across multiple industries. Error #1: Solving the Wrong Problem The most dangerous mistake happens before you evaluate any options: framing the wrong decision question. Apotheker was asking "How do I transform HP into a software company?" when the strategic question was "How do we build competitive advantage in mobile computing platforms?" When you optimize solutions for the wrong problem, you get excellent answers that destroy strategic value. The Warning Sign: Your team jumps straight to evaluating options without questioning whether you're solving the right challenge. Error #2: Identity-Driven Decision Making Your professional background creates systematic blind spots about breakthrough opportunities. Software executives see software solutions. Hardware leaders focus on hardware opportunities. Financial experts optimize for traditional metrics. This cognitive filtering happens automatically and distorts how you evaluate platform technologies that don't fit conventional categories. The Warning Sign: Your evaluation team all have similar backgrounds and reach the same conclusions about breakthrough technology. Error #3: Tunnel Vision Under Pressure When executives become obsessed with major initiatives, everything else feels like a distraction. Apotheker became obsessed with acquiring Autonomy, a software company that fit his transformation vision. This tunnel vision made everything else—including breakthrough mobile technology—feel like a distraction from his primary goal. The Warning Sign: Leadership dismisses promising innovations because they don't support the current primary initiative. Error #4: Timeline Compression Under Stress Platform technologies require different evaluation timeframes than traditional products. Forty-nine days isn't enough time to build developer ecosystems, establish retail partnerships, or demonstrate platform traction. But pressure to show decisive leadership compressed HP's decision timeline artificially, creating the illusion of strong leadership while increasing the probability of strategic errors. The Warning Sign: Your team is evaluating breakthrough technology using the same timelines as conventional product launches. Error #5: Wrong Evidence Framework Innovation decisions require fundamentally different success metrics than traditional business evaluation. HP focused on TouchPad sales numbers instead of developer adoption rates, user engagement patterns, or platform differentiation sustainability. They used product metrics to evaluate platform potential, which guaranteed they would see failure instead of recognizing early-stage ecosystem development. The Warning Sign: You're applying traditional business metrics to evaluate breakthrough technology investments. Here's what makes these errors so dangerous: they're invisible to the people making them. Smart teams use these flawed frameworks and feel confident they're making data-driven decisions while systematically destroying innovation value. But these patterns are preventable. After analyzing hundreds of similar disasters, I developed a systematic framework specifically designed to avoid these thinking traps. The DECIDE Framework: Your Innovation Decision Protection System The DECIDE framework addresses each cognitive vulnerability that consistently traps intelligent leaders in innovation contexts. Let me show you exactly how it works and why it would have saved WebOS. D - Define the Real Decision Most innovation failures begin with teams optimizing excellent solutions for poorly defined problems. The Tool: Reframe your decision question three different ways. If all three point to the same choice, you're probably asking the right question. If they point to different choices, you need to determine which frame captures the real strategic challenge. Examples of Different Frames: Financial Frame: "How do we minimize losses on this investment?" Strategic Frame: "How do we build long-term competitive advantage?" Market Frame: "How do we capture emerging opportunities?" Competitive Frame: "How do we position against industry leaders?" Customer Frame: "How do we create unique value for users?" HP's Application: Original Frame: "Should we continue investing in TouchPad given poor sales?" Strategic Reframe: "How do we build a sustainable mobile platform business?" Competitive Reframe: "What's our path to competing with Apple and Google in mobile?" What This Reveals: The reframes show TouchPad was one product in a larger platform opportunity that deserved different evaluation criteria entirely. E - Examine Your Thinking Process Your professional background creates invisible filters that can systematically distort how you interpret breakthrough opportunities. The Tool: If you hired someone with completely different expertise to make this decision, what would they choose? When the gap is huge, you need outside perspectives with different cognitive frameworks. HP's Gap: Enterprise software CEO versus consumer platform strategy requirements. They needed mobile platform thinking, not enterprise software optimization, but never brought that expertise into the decision process. C - Challenge Your Assumptions The most dangerous assumptions feel like established facts and shape your entire analysis without being examined. The Tool: What would have to be true for your least favorite option to actually be the right choice? This forces you to consider alternative interpretations of the same evidence. HP's Assumptions: Platform businesses need immediate profitability, mobile computing won't dominate, differentiated operating systems can't compete with Apple and Google. All of these assumptions were provably false by 2011, but they drove the evaluation process. I - Identify Decision Traps Different types of decisions trigger predictable cognitive biases that distort evaluation in systematic ways. The Tool: Which specific biases is your decision most vulnerable to? Create explicit countermeasures for each identified bias. Common Innovation Decision Biases: Focused on stopping losses vs building advantages (loss aversion) Seeking evidence that supports preferred choice (confirmation bias) Overweighting first information received (anchoring bias) Obsessing with one initiative while missing others (tunnel vision) Choosing options that fit your identity (identity bias) Using recent events to predict outcomes (recency bias) HP's Specific Traps: Focused on stopping TouchPad losses vs building platform advantages (loss aversion) Highlighted negative sales data while ignoring positive developer signals (confirmation bias) Used early TouchPad sales as anchor for all subsequent evaluation (anchoring bias) D - Design Multiple Options Most innovation failures result from evaluating limited options well rather than evaluating good options poorly. The Tool: Generate five genuinely different approaches before evaluating any of them. Breakthrough solutions often emerge from non-obvious alternatives. HP's Missing Options: License WebOS to manufacturers, integrate into PC ecosystem, pivot to enterprise mobile, create hybrid hardware-software strategy. All had genuine potential but were never seriously considered. E - Evaluate with Evidence Platform technologies require fundamentally different success metrics than traditional product evaluation. The Tool: What evidence would predict success for this specific type of innovation? Use frameworks appropriate for breakthrough technology, not conventional business metrics. HP's Error: They used quarterly sales performance and immediate profitability to evaluate platform potential. Platform businesses lose money initially while building network effects that create sustainable advantages later. How to Apply This to Your Innovation Decision Right Now Let me show you how to use this framework with your current innovation decisions. Step One: Identify Your Highest-Stakes Innovation Decision What breakthrough technology, platform investment, or disruptive opportunity is your team evaluating right now? This framework applies to any decision where traditional business metrics might mislead about innovation potential. Step Two: Run the Decision Question Test Before evaluating any options, reframe your decision question three different ways. Are you asking "How do we minimize risk?" or "How do we maximize strategic opportunity?" The frame determines the solutions you'll even consider. Step Three: Audit Your Evaluation Team Who's making this decision? What cognitive filters might their backgrounds create? Do you need advisors with different expertise to see opportunities your current team might miss? Step Four: Challenge Your Obvious Assumptions What would have to be true for the option you least prefer to actually be right? Those conditions might exist or be emerging faster than you realize. Step Five: Identify Your Decision Traps Is your team vulnerable to loss aversion? Anchoring on early data? Tunnel vision around other initiatives? Create specific countermeasures for each identified bias. Step Six: Generate Multiple Approaches Push beyond obvious choices. What would someone from a completely different industry do? What creative alternatives combine elements from different options? Step Seven: Use Appropriate Evidence Are you evaluating platform potential with product metrics? Breakthrough technology with conventional criteria? Innovation investments with traditional business frameworks? Match your evidence to your innovation type. Why This Framework Prevents Innovation Disasters The DECIDE framework works because it addresses the specific cognitive vulnerabilities that consistently trap intelligent people in innovation contexts. Traditional decision-making assumes you know the right questions to ask, can see opportunities clearly, and will use appropriate evaluation criteria. Innovation decisions violate all these assumptions. Breakthrough technologies don't fit existing categories. Platform investments don't follow traditional timelines. Disruptive opportunities can't be evaluated with conventional metrics. The companies that consistently succeed at innovation aren't smarter—they use systematic frameworks designed for uncertainty, breakthrough potential, and non-obvious opportunities. Three Companies Getting This Right: Amazon evaluates platform investments with different metrics than product launches. They expected Kindle, AWS, and Prime to lose money initially while building long-term competitive advantages. Google uses systematic frameworks to avoid identity bias in breakthrough technology evaluation. Android didn't fit their search advertising identity, but they evaluated it with platform-appropriate criteria. Apple applies different decision frameworks to breakthrough products versus incremental improvements. They gave iPhone multiple years to build ecosystem momentum instead of expecting immediate profitability. These companies avoid the systematic thinking errors that destroyed WebOS because they use decision frameworks designed for innovation uncertainty. Your Next Strategic Decision Here's the reality: this challenge isn't going away. Breakthrough technologies will continue emerging faster than traditional business frameworks can evaluate them. The companies that develop systematic innovation decision capabilities will capture enormous value. Those that rely on conventional thinking will consistently destroy breakthrough opportunities. Your Three Action Steps: First: Download the DECIDE Framework toolkit and apply it to your current highest-stakes innovation decision before evaluating any options. Second: Audit your innovation evaluation processes. Are you using traditional business metrics to evaluate breakthrough technology? Conventional timelines for platform investments? Identity-driven thinking for disruptive opportunities? Third: Build systematic innovation decision capabilities into your organization. Train your team to recognize cognitive biases, use appropriate evidence frameworks, and generate multiple creative alternatives. Questions to Consider: What breakthrough opportunity might your company be evaluating with the wrong frameworks right now? How would you know if your team is falling into the same thinking traps that killed WebOS? What would systematic innovation decision capabilities be worth to your competitive advantage? But here's the final piece of this story that shows just how costly these thinking errors can be: Leo Apotheker was fired on September 22, 2011—just 35 days after shutting down WebOS and eleven months after taking over as CEO. The board finally recognized the systematic thinking errors that had destroyed billions in value, but it was too late for WebOS. The human cost of these decisions goes beyond stock prices and quarterly reports. There are real people who believed in breakthrough technology, fought for innovation, and had to watch it get destroyed by preventable thinking errors. The complete personal story of watching this disaster unfold—including details about the brutal aftermath and why I still believe in HP despite everything—is in this week's Studio Notes over on Substack.  Remember: when you have breakthrough technology in your hands, the quality of your decision-making process matters more than the quality of your technology. Intelligence and good intentions aren't enough. You need systematic frameworks for thinking clearly about innovation under uncertainty. The tools exist to prevent these disasters. The question is whether you'll implement them before your next WebOS moment. Until next time, I'm Phil McKinney, and remember—in a world where billion-dollar innovations can be killed in 49 days, systematic decision frameworks might be your most valuable competitive advantage. If you found this week's episode valuable, subscribe to the podcast or watch on the YouTube channel.

In this episode of The Full Circle Podcast, we take a deep and compassionate look at a mindset that quietly holds so many of us back: Imposter Syndrome.Have you ever felt like you didn't deserve your success? Like you've been faking it and any moment someone will find out? You're not alone. And more importantly - you are not a fraud.Gillian explores the roots of imposter syndrome, the culture of perfectionism that fuels it, and how we can begin to rewrite the inner dialogue that tells us we're not good enough.This episode is your reminder that your worth is not defined by your achievements - and that taking yourself seriously is a radical and essential act of self-trust.In This Episode, You'll Learn:

In this message we see the principles for how to read, understand and apply Old Covenant Commands in the life and faith of a New Covenant Believer in Christ. From the First Command we learn that, because God alone is God and thus worthy of all worship and allegiance, we must submit to Him alone our full and unmixed loyalty, loving and obeying Him in all things. I. Read the Command in it's Original Old Testament Context vv 1-3 II. Consider What the Command Reveals about God that Never Changes Rm 15:4, etc III. Apply the Command in Light of the New Testament Fulfillment in Christ 1 Cor 8:4-6

“We love because He first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19Those six words beautifully capture the foundation of our relationship with God—we can only love and give because He first gave to us. Today, Sharon Epps joins us for a fascinating discussion on the generosity of women in the Bible.Sharon Epps is the President of Kingdom Advisors, FaithFi's parent organization. Kingdom Advisors serves the broad Christian financial industry by educating and equipping professionals to integrate biblical wisdom and financial expertise.The Women Who Provided for JesusLuke 8:1-3 records an often-overlooked detail:“Soon afterward, He went through cities and villages, proclaiming and bringing the Good News of the Kingdom of God. And the twelve were with Him, and also some women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities: Mary, called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out, and Joanna, the wife of Chuza, Herod's household manager, and Susanna, and many others, who provided for them out of their means.”This passage tells us three key things:These women had been healed by Jesus—physically, spiritually, or both.They supported Jesus' ministry financially out of their own wealth.Their generosity was a response of gratitude for what Christ had done for them.One of these women, Joanna, stands out in particular.Joanna: A Woman Transformed by JesusJoanna was the wife of Chuza, King Herod's household manager. Thus, she likely had significant wealth and lived a royal lifestyle. Yet, despite her status, she was weakened when she met Jesus. She needed healing, and her first act of generosity was actually receiving—not giving.This is a powerful reminder: Before we can give, we must first receive.What Does This Teach Us?Money alone doesn't solve all problems—Joanna had wealth but still needed Christ.Generosity starts with receiving—not just financially, but in all aspects of life.God uses people from all walks of life—even a woman in Herod's court—to fund Jesus' ministry.Receiving Before We GiveJoanna's story reminds us of an important biblical truth: we can only give what we have first received.1 Corinthians 4:7 asks:“What do you have that you did not receive?”The answer? Nothing.Everything—our breath, skills, love, wisdom, and financial resources—is a gift from God. We receive, then we give, creating a virtuous cycle of generosity that mirrors God's own generosity toward us.Three Key Questions to Consider:What have I received from Christ that enables me to give?Is my giving safe or sacrificial?What does my giving reveal about how well I've received from God?These questions challenge us to shift our perspective—to see giving not as an obligation but as an overflow of what we have already been given.The Motivation Behind Joanna's GenerosityWhy did Joanna give so generously? Gratitude.Later, in Luke 24, we find Joanna at Jesus' empty tomb. She was among the women who encountered the angels, remembered Jesus' words, and ran to tell the apostles.Her journey shows a progression:She received healing from Jesus.She financially supported His ministry.She proclaimed His resurrection.Her generosity wasn't just about money—it was about devotion. She gave because she loved Jesus deeply.Lessons in GenerosityAs we reflect on Joanna's story, here are some key takeaways we can walk away with: 1. Generosity is a JourneyOur relationship with Christ fuels our generosity. The deeper our love for Him, the more naturally we want to give.2. We Must Receive Before We Can GiveWe often think about generosity in terms of money, but we also receive:Life itself—the breath in our lungs.Skills and abilities—talents that allow us to work and earn.Love from God and others—which shapes our generosity.3. Giving is an Act of WorshipJoanna's giving wasn't transactional—it was an expression of extravagant love for Jesus. She gave freely because she had freely received.As we reflect on Joanna's story, let's ask ourselves:Do I truly recognize that all I have is from God?Am I giving out of safety or sacrificial love?Does my giving reflect how well I've received from Christ?These questions can reshape our perspective on generosity, helping us move from obligation to joyful, faith-driven giving.Joanna's story reminds us that generosity is not about wealth—it's about the heart. As we receive from Christ, we are called to pass it on—whether through finances, service, or sharing the gospel.May we, like Joanna, be conduits of Christ's love, reflecting gratitude, devotion, and generosity in all we do.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I have a term life insurance policy that I got when we renovated our house a few years ago. The premiums keep increasing, and we're now retired with no debt. Do I still need this policy?I have a 401(k) invested in high-risk options through Empower (formerly Prudential). The account performs well when the market is good but loses a lot when it's down. What are your thoughts on investing through Empower, and are there any other options I should consider for my 401(k)?I inherited a property that was deeded to me and the 'heirs of my body.' Do I need to create a will or a trust to transfer this property when I pass away properly?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly MagazineWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money (Pre-Order)Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. 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In this episode, we dive into the concept of idolatry — a term often associated with ancient statues and temples, but one that remains just as relevant today. Building from last week's conversation on sin and the devil's deception, we'll explore how idolatry distorts our relationship with God and reshapes our identity.Together, we'll break down: • What idolatry really means according to the Bible, using Exodus 20:3-5 as our foundation. • Why God calls for exclusive worship and how His jealousy reflects His protective love. • How idols deceive us by promising satisfaction, control, or security — only to lead to emptiness. • The dangers of redefining God in our image instead of reflecting His image as we were created to. • Practical examples of modern-day idolatry that Gen Z and college students often face, from social media obsession to relationship dependence, hustle culture, and self-made spirituality.We'll also confront how even good things — careers, relationships, and achievements — can become idols when we prioritize them over God. Plus, we'll end with a reflection activity to help you identify and surrender any “broken cisterns” in your life (Jeremiah 2:13).Reflection Questions to Consider: • What are you most unwilling to give up if God asks you to? • Where do you place your trust and security outside of God? • Are there areas where you justify disobedience in the name of comfort or control?Whether you're wrestling with subtle idols or seeking to grow in deeper devotion to Christ, this episode will challenge and encourage you to reclaim God's rightful place in your life.

In episode 90 of the Eyes on Jesus Podcast, we sit down with Gary Wilkerson, speaker, author, and president of World Challenge, for an eye-opening conversation on faith, ministry, and seeing Jesus in a new way. Gary shares powerful insights on what's missing in Western Christianity, the struggles and victories he's experienced in his own family, and the urgent call to serve the marginalized. We also explore the themes of his latest book, The Jaw-Dropping Beauty of Jesus, and how a clearer view of Christ can radically transform our faith. Whether you're wrestling with personal challenges, seeking deeper purpose, or longing to encounter Jesus afresh, this episode will challenge and encourage you!Key Questions to Consider:What if we've been missing a core aspect of true Christianity all along?How do we balance personal ambition with Jesus' call to care for the orphan and widow?Have you ever felt like your faith has become routine? What would it take to reignite your awe of Jesus?How does God bring redemption even in the most broken family situations?What does it mean to not just believe in Jesus but to truly see His beauty?Be sure to connect with Gary Wilkerson at https://www.worldchallenge.org/Get the most comfortable shirts we've ever worn with powerful Christian messages! And support the show! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kingdomandwill.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code: EYESONJESUS for 15% off Get all our links in one easy place! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/eyesonjesuspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Group on Facebook- Eyes on Jesus podcast community ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email feedback, questions or show topic ideas to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eyesonjesuspodcast@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on ⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastordrewbarker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Drew's church's website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://yes.online/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more information on Tim Ferrara: ⁠ ⁠ Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠00:00 Introduction 01:36 Gary Wilkerson's Personal Journey02:40 Miracles and Family Struggles04:25 Legacy of David Wilkerson06:25 Challenges in Pastoral Ministry12:42 Baptism of Love and Ministry20:21 The Jaw Dropping Beauty of Jesus23:16 Eras of Ministry: From Traditional to Modern23:38 A New Generation's Quest for Authentic Faith24:15 The Hunger for Biblical Understanding25:24 The Shift Away from Superficial Worship26:22 Revival and the Youth's Search for Realness29:20 The Power of Preaching: Insights and Inspirations31:33 Honing the Craft of Preaching34:44 World Challenge: A Mission to Serve35:40 The Call to Pure Religion37:55 Revival and the Heart of Giving43:37 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Send us a textFor an ad-free version of the podcast plus the opportunity to enjoy hours of exclusive content and two bonus episodes a month and also help keep the Bible Project Daily Podcast free  for listeners everywhere at;patreon.com/JeremyMcCandlessSubscribe here to receive my new church history podcast every few weeks at.https://thehistoryofthechristianchurch.buzzsprout.comTitle: Getting Beyond Failure (Joshua 8:1-29)Introduction:Welcome back to The Bible Project Daily Podcast! In our last episode, we explored the tragic consequences of Achan's hidden sin in Joshua 7. But as we move into Joshua 8, we see a powerful truth unfold: God's judgment is never the final word—His mercy and restoration follow true repentance.In today's episode, we'll explore:God's encouragement to Israel after their defeat.The contrast between their approach to Jericho and Ai.How obedience leads to victory.The importance of remembering God's covenant.Let's dive into Joshua 8 and discover how God turns failure into fresh beginnings!1. A New Beginning After Defeat (Joshua 8:1-2)After Achan's sin was dealt with, God spoke to Joshua again: “Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” (Joshua 8:1)Notice the contrast—after Israel's failure, God immediately extends grace and reassures them.God instructs Joshua to attack Ai, but this time with His guidance and strategy.Key Takeaway: God's discipline isn't meant to destroy us but to prepare us for restoration.2. The Difference Between Ai and Jericho (Joshua 8:3-17)Unlike Jericho, where God gave victory through supernatural means, Ai required strategy and engagement.Israel sets an ambush—this time, they listen to God's specific instructions.The enemy is lured out of the city, thinking Israel is retreating.Lesson: God's methods aren't always the same. He wants us to depend on Him afresh for each battle.3. Obedience Leads to Victory (Joshua 8:18-29)At God's command, Joshua raises his javelin, signaling the ambush.The city is overtaken, and this time, the plunder is allowed.What Achan stole in secret, Israel now receives legitimately through obedience.Point to Consider: What we try to grasp in disobedience, God often wants to give us in His perfect timing.4. Renewing the Covenant (Joshua 8:30-35)After the victory, Joshua builds an altar and reads the entire law before Israel.Why? Because true success isn't just about victory—it's about walking rightly with God.Israel is reminded that their strength comes from oFaith That Challenges. Conversations that Matter. Laughs included. Subscribe Now!Breaking down faith, culture & big questions - a mix of humor with real spiritual growth. Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFor an ad-free version of my podcasts plus the opportunity to enjoy hours of exclusive content and two bonus episodes a month whilst also helping keep the Bible Project Daily Podcast free for listeners everywhere support me at;|PatreonSupport me to continue making great content for listeners everywhere.https://thebibleproject.buzzsprout.com

In this episode of Let's Talk Dispatch, Reggie Parker joins us to shed light on the often-overlooked role of dispatchers in crisis situations. As a Behavioral Health Coordinator and crisis negotiation leader, Reggie has dedicated his career to empowering dispatchers with emotional resilience and de-escalation skills. Together, we discuss the importance of recognizing dispatchers as first responders, their role in debriefings, and how they can better support both callers and themselves in high-pressure situations. Things to Consider: What self-care practices can I implement to support my mental health and prevent burnout in this high-stress profession? Am I taking advantage of debriefings and peer support to process and manage the emotional impact of my calls? How can I develop emotional resilience to better handle high-pressure calls and maintain my well-being?

What vision do you have for the year ahead? The outcomes of our actions as humans, leaders, teams and cultures are directly tied to the clarity of what gets our eyes. Podcast Summary: Season 9, Episode 1 – "What Vision Do You See Ahead?" Kick off 2025 with a powerful dose of inspiration and clarity in this season premiere of The Thermostat Podcast with Jason V Barger. In this episode, Jason shares actionable insights and compelling stories that challenge business leaders to reimagine their vision for the year ahead. From the transformative power of focus in leadership to real-world examples like Gonzaga University's meteoric rise and Florida DOT's ambitious "Target Zero" initiative, Jason reveals how bold vision and intentional culture can drive lasting success. Whether you're navigating corporate challenges, leading a team, or setting personal goals, this episode will empower you to embrace 2025 with purpose and strategy. Discover how to align your goals, passion, and service to create joy, connection, and impact in your work and life. Don't just react to the year—be the thermostat that sets the temperature for your culture. Tune in and dare to begin again. Notable Themes: Corporate culture, leadership strategies, team development, goal setting, intentional growth. Questions to Consider: What vision do you see for your life and work in 2025? How will you lead your team to new heights this year? Subscribe now and join the conversation that's shaping the future of leadership and culture! Please rate and review the podcast to help amplify these messages to others! For full show notes visit https://jasonvbarger.com/podcast/what-vision-do-you-see-ahead/ Jason Barger is a husband, father, speaker, and author who is passionate about business leadership and corporate culture. He believes that corporate culture is the "thermostat" of an organization, and that it can be used to drive performance, innovation, and engagement. The show features interviews with business leaders from a variety of industries, as well as solo episodes where Barger shares his own insights and advice. Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JasonVBarger Make Your 2025 Effective!  Book Jason with your team at https://www.jasonvbarger.com Like or Follow Jason

We Don't PLAY Host, Favour Obasi-ike dove deep into the world of podcasting success, inspired by the phenomenal journey of Alexandra Cooper and "Call Her Daddy," which landed a $125 million deal with SiriusXM. Chapters 00:00 Call Her Daddy's Alex Cooper's $125M deal highlights digital audio market growth. 09:49 TikTok boosted her podcast success significantly. 12:11 Backing and brand key to investment success. 20:16 Differentiating podcaster, encourages watching $100M studio video. 25:12 Consistency is key for long-lasting success. 31:46 Leverage digital audio presence with focused website. 36:16 Deep analysis of media and SEO insight. 38:53 Leverage SEO and platforms for media visibility. 44:22 Podcast popularity surged from 12K to 2M downloads. 52:01 Track podcast statistics and understand audience preferences. 58:28 Spotify is go-to for Android users. 01:02:45 Discussion emphasized consistency, distribution, and relevance for growth. 01:11:19 Replay covered lots about building a podcast. 01:12:05 Encouraging words, see you tomorrow. God bless. Questions to Consider What strategies did Alexandra Cooper use to grow her podcast "Call Her Daddy" before partnering with major platforms? How significant is social media's role in driving a podcast's growth and popularity, as exemplified by Alex Cooper's use of TikTok and YouTube? What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of moving a successful podcast to an exclusive platform like Spotify? How can attending events like Cre8tiveCon help aspiring podcasters and creative entrepreneurs scale their projects and businesses? What key factors make a podcast attractive to major deals and partnerships, such as the $125 million deal Alex Cooper scored with SiriusXM? How important is it for a podcaster to have a strong, recognizable brand, and what steps can be taken to build such a brand? Discuss the impact of having a Wikipedia page on a podcast's visibility and credibility. How does it contribute to SEO and domain authority? What role do strategic partnerships and media coverage play in the success of a podcast? Give examples from "Call Her Daddy"'s journey. With platforms like Apple and Spotify dominating the podcast market share, how important is it to ensure accessibility for users on different devices and operating systems? How can identifying and understanding primary and secondary audiences help in the effective distribution and growth of a podcast? What methods can be used to achieve this understanding? If you're serious about podcasting, it's time to invest in your brand, build a team, and get noticed using podcasts. Catch all the scoops & start turning your passion into profits! Stay connected & let's keep PLAY-ing! Resources ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Work & PLAY Entertainment on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Work & PLAY Entertainment on Pinterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Work & PLAY Entertainment on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the PGA Newsletter here!⁠⁠ >>⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get all the episodes in the academy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a meeting with me here

In this podcast episode, we cover the essentials for dashboards. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the terminology, technologies, and the need to demonstrate ROI when developing your first dashboard for your healthcare organization, you're not alone. Our goal is to set a baseline of understanding so that when you tackle yours, you'll know what to look out for and the right questions to ask.   What We Cover: Terminology Matters: Dashboards and reports are often used interchangeably, but they serve different purposes. Dashboards provide real-time data, while reports offer a snapshot in time. Don't Forget about Patient Privacy: Before diving into developing a dashboard, make sure your data tools are cleaned up to protect patient privacy. This includes removing any potential protected health information (PHI) or personally identifiable information. Start with a Measurement Plan: Begin by understanding your organization's business objectives, strategic plan, and the key metrics needed to report success to leadership or the board. We'll give specific examples of things to track and how to measure ROI. Data Visualization: The fun part comes after your measurement plan is in place. We discuss the difference between Domo, Looker and Tableau. Understanding Data Feeds: Be aware of how your data is being pulled—whether it's through a straight data feed or a more sophisticated data lake. Understand which you should focus on.   Questions to Consider: ●        What is the timeliness or refresh rate of your data? ●        Are you working with a straight data feed, or does your data involve backend calculations? ●        What are your data sources? ●        Have you established a solid measurement plan?   This episode is designed for those just starting to dip their toes into dashboards. Whether you're working with an in-house team or an agency, these insights will help with the development of your dashboard.   Related Patient Privacy Podcast Episodes: ●        Marketing Performance After Privacy Changes: What to Expect ●        OCR and AHA Ruling – Patient Privacy Update for 2024   Connect with Jenny: ●        Email: jenny@hedyandhopp.com ●        LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennybristow/   If you enjoyed this episode we'd love to hear your feedback! Please consider leaving us a review on your preferred listening platform and sharing it with others.

Be guided in a meditation you could do as a walking meditation ourdoors, or while seated indoors. Exposure to nature has been shown to improve focus, attention span, and cognitive function. This can be particularly beneficial for managing chronic pain conditions that may impact concentration and daily activities. "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain" invites you to explore mindfulness as a transformative tool in coping with and alleviating physical discomfort. You meet your fellow meditator, Firuze, in an interview where she shares her own healing journey and how meditation helps her to cope. Through guided meditations and practices, this series aims to cultivate resilience, enhance well-being, and empower you on your path to managing pain with greater ease and compassion.   This is episode 7 of this week's 7-day meditation series, "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain" meditation series, episodes 3142-3148. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE:  Maintain an Anger Awareness Journal This week, become aware of how anger impacts you. Consider: What caused your anger? How are you impacted by your anger? What physical and emotional reactions are you experiencing? Why are you taking in the anger in this way? What would you do differently next time you experience the anger? A DIFFERENT MEDITATION TECHNIQUE EVERY DAY FOCUSED ON A WEEKLY THEME: Get ready for an exciting journey with a new meditation technique daily, perfectly tailored to the week's theme! Infuse these powerful practices into the most stressful moments of your day to master difficult emotions. These dynamic techniques will help you tame the "monkey mind," keeping your thoughts from interrupting your meditation and bringing peace and focus to your life. FREE TOOLS: For free meditation tools to help you meditate please head over to my website at www.SipandOm.com, and there you'll find free resources to help you on your Meditation Journey. Enjoy access to more than 3,000 guided meditations without ads on the Sip and Om app. Try it for 7 days of free access to the full app! Listen on iTunes for 1-Week Free! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   1-week Free Access to the Android app! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sipandom.sipandom   ***All meditations are Mary Meckley's original copyrighted content unless otherwise stated, and may not be shared without her written permission.   RESOURCES Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.   I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're enjoying the meditations by leaving me a review on iTunes.   **All of the information shared on this podcast is for your enjoyment only. Please don't consider the meditation techniques, herbal tea information, or other information shared by Mary Meckley or any of her guests as a replacement for any medical or psychological treatment. That being said, please enjoy any peace, energy, or clarity you may experience as you meditate.

Mindfulness can transform the experience of chronic pain for a holistic approach to pain management, emphasizing that while pain is a part of life, it doesn't need to define your identity or limit your quality of life. Be guided in a mindfulness meditation to process your pain as you non-judgmentally observe sensations, thoughts, and emotions related to pain.   "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain" invites you to explore mindfulness as a transformative tool in coping with and alleviating physical discomfort. You meet your fellow meditator, Firuze, in an interview where she shares her own healing journey and how meditation helps her to cope. Through guided meditations and practices, this series aims to cultivate resilience, enhance well-being, and empower you on your path to managing pain with greater ease and compassion.   This is episode 6 of this week's 7-day meditation series, "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain" meditation series, episodes 3142-3148. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE:  Maintain an Anger Awareness Journal This week, become aware of how anger impacts you. Consider: What caused your anger? How are you impacted by your anger? What physical and emotional reactions are you experiencing? Why are you taking in the anger in this way? What would you do differently next time you experience the anger? A DIFFERENT MEDITATION TECHNIQUE EVERY DAY FOCUSED ON A WEEKLY THEME: Get ready for an exciting journey with a new meditation technique daily, perfectly tailored to the week's theme! Infuse these powerful practices into the most stressful moments of your day to master difficult emotions. These dynamic techniques will help you tame the "monkey mind," keeping your thoughts from interrupting your meditation and bringing peace and focus to your life. FREE TOOLS: For free meditation tools to help you meditate please head over to my website at www.SipandOm.com, and there you'll find free resources to help you on your Meditation Journey. Enjoy access to more than 3,000 guided meditations without ads on the Sip and Om app. Try it for 7 days of free access to the full app! Listen on iTunes for 1-Week Free! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   1-week Free Access to the Android app! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sipandom.sipandom   ***All meditations are Mary Meckley's original copyrighted content unless otherwise stated, and may not be shared without her written permission.   RESOURCES Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.   I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're enjoying the meditations by leaving me a review on iTunes.   **All of the information shared on this podcast is for your enjoyment only. Please don't consider the meditation techniques, herbal tea information, or other information shared by Mary Meckley or any of her guests as a replacement for any medical or psychological treatment. That being said, please enjoy any peace, energy, or clarity you may experience as you meditate.

You are guided in observing pain without judgment, which can reduce its emotional impact and help to manage it effectively.   "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain" invites you to explore mindfulness as a transformative tool in coping with and alleviating physical discomfort. You meet your fellow meditator, Firuze, in an interview where she shares her own healing journey and how meditation helps her to cope. Through guided meditations and practices, this series aims to cultivate resilience, enhance well-being, and empower you on your path to managing pain with greater ease and compassion.   This is episode 5 of this week's 7-day meditation series, "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain" meditation series, episodes 3142-3148. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE:  Maintain an Anger Awareness Journal This week, become aware of how anger impacts you. Consider: What caused your anger? How are you impacted by your anger? What physical and emotional reactions are you experiencing? Why are you taking in the anger in this way? What would you do differently next time you experience the anger? A DIFFERENT MEDITATION TECHNIQUE EVERY DAY FOCUSED ON A WEEKLY THEME: Get ready for an exciting journey with a new meditation technique daily, perfectly tailored to the week's theme! Infuse these powerful practices into the most stressful moments of your day to master difficult emotions. These dynamic techniques will help you tame the "monkey mind," keeping your thoughts from interrupting your meditation and bringing peace and focus to your life. FREE TOOLS: For free meditation tools to help you meditate please head over to my website at www.SipandOm.com, and there you'll find free resources to help you on your Meditation Journey. Enjoy access to more than 3,000 guided meditations without ads on the Sip and Om app. Try it for 7 days of free access to the full app! Listen on iTunes for 1-Week Free! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   1-week Free Access to the Android app! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sipandom.sipandom   ***All meditations are Mary Meckley's original copyrighted content unless otherwise stated, and may not be shared without her written permission.   RESOURCES Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.   I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're enjoying the meditations by leaving me a review on iTunes.   **All of the information shared on this podcast is for your enjoyment only. Please don't consider the meditation techniques, herbal tea information, or other information shared by Mary Meckley or any of her guests as a replacement for any medical or psychological treatment. That being said, please enjoy any peace, energy, or clarity you may experience as you meditate.

You are guided in using visualization for healing physical discomfort. Through gentle visualization techniques, you will envision a state of comfort and ease within your body, promoting relaxation and reducing the perception of pain. By engaging your mind in positive imagery, you support your body's natural healing process and cultivate a sense of well-being.   "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain" invites you to explore mindfulness as a transformative tool in coping with and alleviating physical discomfort. You meet your fellow meditator, Firuze, in an interview where she shares her own healing journey and how meditation helps her to cope. Through guided meditations and practices, this series aims to cultivate resilience, enhance well-being, and empower you on your path to managing pain with greater ease and compassion.   This is episode 4 of this week's 7-day meditation series, "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain" meditation series, episodes 3142-3148. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE:  Maintain an Anger Awareness Journal This week, become aware of how anger impacts you. Consider: What caused your anger? How are you impacted by your anger? What physical and emotional reactions are you experiencing? Why are you taking in the anger in this way? What would you do differently next time you experience the anger? A DIFFERENT MEDITATION TECHNIQUE EVERY DAY FOCUSED ON A WEEKLY THEME: Get ready for an exciting journey with a new meditation technique daily, perfectly tailored to the week's theme! Infuse these powerful practices into the most stressful moments of your day to master difficult emotions. These dynamic techniques will help you tame the "monkey mind," keeping your thoughts from interrupting your meditation and bringing peace and focus to your life. FREE TOOLS: For free meditation tools to help you meditate please head over to my website at www.SipandOm.com, and there you'll find free resources to help you on your Meditation Journey. Enjoy access to more than 3,000 guided meditations without ads on the Sip and Om app. Try it for 7 days of free access to the full app! Listen on iTunes for 1-Week Free! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   1-week Free Access to the Android app! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sipandom.sipandom   ***All meditations are Mary Meckley's original copyrighted content unless otherwise stated, and may not be shared without her written permission.   RESOURCES Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.   I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're enjoying the meditations by leaving me a review on iTunes.   **All of the information shared on this podcast is for your enjoyment only. Please don't consider the meditation techniques, herbal tea information, or other information shared by Mary Meckley or any of her guests as a replacement for any medical or psychological treatment. That being said, please enjoy any peace, energy, or clarity you may experience as you meditate.

This meditation combines a focused breathing technique with mindfulness to address both physical pain and anger management. Through deep, intentional breathing, you will cultivate a sense of calm and relaxation, allowing you to release tension in the body associated with pain and manage emotional responses such as anger. By integrating breath awareness with mindful presence, you promote healing and restore emotional balance.   "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain" invites you to explore mindfulness as a transformative tool in coping with and alleviating physical discomfort. You meet your fellow meditator, Firuze, in an interview where she shares her own healing journey and how meditation helps her to cope. Through guided meditations and practices, this series aims to cultivate resilience, enhance well-being, and empower you on your path to managing pain with greater ease and compassion.   This is episode 3 of this week's 7-day meditation series, "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain" meditation series, episodes 3142-3148. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE:  Maintain an Anger Awareness Journal This week, become aware of how anger impacts you. Consider: What caused your anger? How are you impacted by your anger? What physical and emotional reactions are you experiencing? Why are you taking in the anger in this way? What would you do differently next time you experience the anger? A DIFFERENT MEDITATION TECHNIQUE EVERY DAY FOCUSED ON A WEEKLY THEME: Get ready for an exciting journey with a new meditation technique daily, perfectly tailored to the week's theme! Infuse these powerful practices into the most stressful moments of your day to master difficult emotions. These dynamic techniques will help you tame the "monkey mind," keeping your thoughts from interrupting your meditation and bringing peace and focus to your life. FREE TOOLS: For free meditation tools to help you meditate please head over to my website at www.SipandOm.com, and there you'll find free resources to help you on your Meditation Journey. Enjoy access to more than 3,000 guided meditations without ads on the Sip and Om app. Try it for 7 days of free access to the full app! Listen on iTunes for 1-Week Free! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   1-week Free Access to the Android app! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sipandom.sipandom   ***All meditations are Mary Meckley's original copyrighted content unless otherwise stated, and may not be shared without her written permission.   RESOURCES Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.   I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're enjoying the meditations by leaving me a review on iTunes.   **All of the information shared on this podcast is for your enjoyment only. Please don't consider the meditation techniques, herbal tea information, or other information shared by Mary Meckley or any of her guests as a replacement for any medical or psychological treatment. That being said, please enjoy any peace, energy, or clarity you may experience as you meditate.

This meditation focuses on harnessing the power of affirmations for physical healing. Through gentle guidance and focused breathing, you will align your thoughts and intentions toward promoting healing within your body. By repeating affirmations that affirm your health and well-being, you cultivate a positive mindset that supports your body's natural healing processes.   "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain" invites you to explore mindfulness as a transformative tool in coping with and alleviating physical discomfort. You meet your fellow meditator, Firuze, in an interview where she shares her own healing journey and how meditation helps her to cope. Through guided meditations and practices, this series aims to cultivate resilience, enhance well-being, and empower you on your path to managing pain with greater ease and compassion.   This is episode 2 of this week's 7-day meditation series, "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain" meditation series, episodes 3142-3148. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE:  Maintain an Anger Awareness Journal This week, become aware of how anger impacts you. Consider: What caused your anger? How are you impacted by your anger? What physical and emotional reactions are you experiencing? Why are you taking in the anger in this way? What would you do differently next time you experience the anger? A DIFFERENT MEDITATION TECHNIQUE EVERY DAY FOCUSED ON A WEEKLY THEME: Get ready for an exciting journey with a new meditation technique daily, perfectly tailored to the week's theme! Infuse these powerful practices into the most stressful moments of your day to master difficult emotions. These dynamic techniques will help you tame the "monkey mind," keeping your thoughts from interrupting your meditation and bringing peace and focus to your life. FREE TOOLS: For free meditation tools to help you meditate please head over to my website at www.SipandOm.com, and there you'll find free resources to help you on your Meditation Journey. Enjoy access to more than 3,000 guided meditations without ads on the Sip and Om app. Try it for 7 days of free access to the full app! Listen on iTunes for 1-Week Free! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   1-week Free Access to the Android app! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sipandom.sipandom   ***All meditations are Mary Meckley's original copyrighted content unless otherwise stated, and may not be shared without her written permission.   RESOURCES Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.   I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're enjoying the meditations by leaving me a review on iTunes.   **All of the information shared on this podcast is for your enjoyment only. Please don't consider the meditation techniques, herbal tea information, or other information shared by Mary Meckley or any of her guests as a replacement for any medical or psychological treatment. That being said, please enjoy any peace, energy, or clarity you may experience as you meditate.

"Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain" invites you to explore mindfulness as a transformative tool in coping with and alleviating physical discomfort. You meet your fellow meditator, Firuze, in an interview where she shares her own healing journey and how meditation helps her to cope. Through guided meditations and practices, this series aims to cultivate resilience, enhance well-being, and empower you on your path to managing pain with greater ease and compassion.   This is episode 1 of this week's 7-day meditation series, "Pathways to Healing: Meditations for Managing Physical Pain" meditation series, episodes 3142-3148. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE:  Maintain an Anger Awareness Journal This week, become aware of how anger impacts you. Consider: What caused your anger? How are you impacted by your anger? What physical and emotional reactions are you experiencing? Why are you taking in the anger in this way? What would you do differently next time you experience the anger? A DIFFERENT MEDITATION TECHNIQUE EVERY DAY FOCUSED ON A WEEKLY THEME: Get ready for an exciting journey with a new meditation technique daily, perfectly tailored to the week's theme! Infuse these powerful practices into the most stressful moments of your day to master difficult emotions. These dynamic techniques will help you tame the "monkey mind," keeping your thoughts from interrupting your meditation and bringing peace and focus to your life. FREE TOOLS: For free meditation tools to help you meditate please head over to my website at www.SipandOm.com, and there you'll find free resources to help you on your Meditation Journey. Enjoy access to more than 3,000 guided meditations without ads on the Sip and Om app. Try it for 7 days of free access to the full app! Listen on iTunes for 1-Week Free! https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   1-week Free Access to the Android app! https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sipandom.sipandom   ***All meditations are Mary Meckley's original copyrighted content unless otherwise stated, and may not be shared without her written permission.   RESOURCES Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.   I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU I'd love your feedback! Please let me know how you're enjoying the meditations by leaving me a review on iTunes.   **All of the information shared on this podcast is for your enjoyment only. Please don't consider the meditation techniques, herbal tea information, or other information shared by Mary Meckley or any of her guests as a replacement for any medical or psychological treatment. That being said, please enjoy any peace, energy, or clarity you may experience as you meditate.

(Sorry this arrives a tad late. You've heard about Gracie?)Trying valiantly to keep up with the good stuff on Substack and other sites and scribblers recommended a dozen articles ago, I came across this passage in a respected writer's recent piece:“The signals cannot be more clear and yes, I am growing weary of waiting for the nuclear exchange, the EMP attack, the fiscal collapse to address it, even though I know it will take one of these events to spark the revolt. And no, this is not a screed against the government, not the legitimate one, where laws are properly made and followed, especially by the government itself, where justice is a matter of law, where taxes are only used to fund existential and defensive wars, where the offices in Washington DC control only a few peripheral issues. But that is not the government we have, I endorse that one, the one that existed before communists came to operate all levers of power and propaganda.”It's not that I respectfully disagree with the writer's endorsement of a previous state of American governance, “the legitimate one”; I can't comprehend it.It took only 12 years for FedGov to stray from the path of righteous Constitutional order, required as written and sworn to uphold by those administering its daily operation. Some of the same Founding Dads who signed the Declaration supported the Alien and Sedition Acts of 1778. The slow drift away from the principles of governance gradually picked up speed. By the time the War of Northern Aggression broke out, marginalization of the constitutionally restricted FedGov was picking up speed with Lincoln's foot on the accelerator. Then came Woodrow Wilson (no relation), the Federal Reserve, Income Taxes, the 16th and 17th Amendments. The Constitutional chains binding the FedGov were breaking. Eventually, FDR arrived, and FedGov's downward trajectory became faster and faster.And now, here we are, just a couple hundred-plus years later, teetering on the precipice every other form of government has faced since every other form of government came. And went.America's sad state of being notwithstanding, what constitutes a “legitimate government”? Even if most people claim to be the “governed”, what about those who never “consented”? Is there an enforced obligation to obey the ‘rules of government'? If so, how is that Freedom? Who wrote these rules, anyhow? How did “government” come to be a “legitimate” entity with a monopoly on the force required to see to it the rules are obeyed”? “Our elected representatives!” is the standard reply, but that seriously neglects the reality of decades of corrupt government activities by equally corrupt politicians who perverted the system for their own ends.Where did this myth of absolute assumed ‘authority” come from? Couldn't any group of guys get together somewhere and write their own declaration of independence - from Washington? That would be treason. Says who? Says the guys who wrote the original and then came out with the rules in their Constitution. Romantic revisionist American history aside, it's what we were taught growing up in various venues for 248 years; a little late to set things straight when it's been so thoroughly ingrained. Longing for the ‘legitimate government' that never was only adds to the frustration of pursuing a pragmatic solution.Consider:What is the nature of freedom? It is an unassailable natural claim against all others, including the government. Stated differently, it is your unconditional right to think as you wish, to say what you think, to publish what you say, to associate with whoever wishes to be with you no matter their number, to worship or not, to defend yourself, to own and use property as you see fit, to travel where you wish, to purchase from a willing seller, to be left alone. And to do all this without a government permission slip.What is the nature of government? It is the negation of freedom. Just consider recent headlines. Can the Government break the law in order to enforce it? It even has a name for the practice: Lawfare. Hasn't this made Government become a law unto itself? That is the death of the Rule of Law.Do you agree with the following quotes?George Washington:  “Government is not reason; it is not eloquence-it is force! Like fire it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master; never for a moment should it be left to irresponsible action.” “Power corrupts. Absolute power corrupts absolutely. Great men are almost always bad men, even when they exercise influence and not authority, still more when you add the tendency or the certainty of corruption by authority.” Lord Acton"That government is best which governs least" Henry David Thoreau.So Government is force, the negation of freedom. The monopoly on Force - Absolute Power – is the lifeblood of Government. It corrupts absolutely, bringing us the thoroughly corrupted manifestation now thriving in Washington, DC, and spreading to the States through various green-mail programs and NGOs with billionaire backing. According to Thoreau, since the best government governs least, no government should be our ideal, not the dream of a ‘legitimate government' that maintains its monopoly on Force and, despite its best of intentions found in the Declaration, is destined to become just as indecent, anti-freedom and corrupt as the Swamp and Deep State that rules over us today.Should reasonable people really look forward to the arrival of the next new government? Other than Hope, what basis may one use to conclude that “the next one” after the next revolution will be the salvation of mankind?Freedom is the absence of a ruling class. You cannot be free with someone ruling over you; they are complete opposites. Freedom can only be obtained by removing the people claiming to be above you. There is no other way to be free than freeing ourselves from a ruling class. As long as there are people who can dictate what you can and cannot do, you will always be enslaved by them, no matter how many privileges they allow you to have. There is no such thing as a good and righteous ruling class because the very nature of a ruling class over someone is to dominate them.It would be better to work on an alternative. Considering Freedom, constructive guidance comes from Lysander Spooner.“It is self-evident that no number of men, by conspiring and calling themselves a government, can acquire any rights whatever over other men, or other men's property, which they had not before as individuals. And whenever any number of men, calling themselves a government, do anything to another man or his property, which they had no right to do as individuals, they thereby declare themselves trespassers, robbers, or murderers according to the nature of their acts.”When the time comes, as it surely will, let's be prepared to construct a better form of government than we have today. Removing the word “government” would be a good start.BWThanks for reading (or listening) this far.For those who didn't get my beginning reference to Gracie, I'll try to post some pics of our 15-week-old English Cream Golden Retriever, currently terrorizing her new home by destroying shoes, furniture and sundry items while managing to position herself in every inconvenient spot available with no regard for potential injury. Not of her, of us! But she's a cutie, and too quickly, the “Cute Puppy” phase will be in the scrapbooks and photo albums, and we'll regret they didn't last longer – minor injuries and damaged property notwithstanding! Brian Wilson Writes is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Thank you for reading Brian Wilson Writes. This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Brian Wilson Writes at brianwilsonwrites.substack.com/subscribe

Join me as we dive into the topic of pivoting! In this episode, I'll be sharing my thoughts on embracing change, recognizing when it's time to pivot, and how to navigate the process with confidence. Plus, I'll be revealing the key questions I ask myself whenever I feel the urge to pivot in my creative journey.   In this episode, I'll be covering: Exploring the concept of pivoting and reframing it as a positive force for growth. Sharing personal experiences of pivoting in my creative journey. Providing practical tips and strategies for identifying when it's time to pivot. Discussing the key questions to ask yourself when considering a pivot. Offering guidance on how to embrace change and navigate the pivot process with confidence.   Key Questions to Consider: What's currently working, what's not, and why? What's the best and worst-case scenario if I make this pivot? What are the pros and cons of making this change? What aspects of my current situation bring me joy, and what areas could use improvement? When envisioning my future self, what actions am I taking? What are the first steps I would need to take if I decide to make this change?   Join the community Subscribe to our newsletter Become a self-care squad member Follow the show on instagram and TikTok   Ask a question! If you have a question or topic that you would like to hear covered on the show then send it in to us by adding to the Listener's Cup!

In Issue 42 of "The Brand ED Bullet," you'll get four powerful pointers to give your weekend a dynamic boost. A blend of practical advice, probing insights with a personal touch perfect for high-integrity, brand-forward solopreneurs, consultants, and coaches.What You'll Discover:Something to Try: A Go-To Guide for Email List Growth Struggling to grow their email list? Check out this comprehensive resource that transformed my approach to email newsletters. From inception to monetization, your newsletter journey is about to change!Client Question: What Goes Where—A Business & Personal Brand Website DilemmaHow do you juggle a dual-brand dilemma? What goes on your business website versus what goes on your personal brand website? Discover a strategy to know what goes where and why. Redefine how you approach your dual or multi-faceted business presence online.Something to Consider: What's the Difference Between Marketing & Branding?Hear a profound perspective on the relationship between branding and marketing. This thought-provoking take might just be the catalyst you need to realign your brand's voice and marketing strategy. Something Personal: Our Dog Died…Now What?Facing the heartbreak of losing a pet is a journey many of us know too well. I'll share a personal story of loss, and the advice that illuminated our path to getting a new furry friend into our lives again.Dive into this episode for these valuable insights tailored to enrich the solopreneur's journey. Your strategy for growth and personal fulfillment starts here.Resources from This Episode:LetterStack »17 Non-Negotiable Things Your Email Newsletter Needs Right NowHow I grew my newsletter to 130k subs in 20 monthsHow to Build a Six-Figure Newsletter Without Anyone KnowingRadical Empathy Brand Framework »SAVE TIME! GET THE “4 WINS” IN YOUR INBOXStop hunting through the episode for the resources and references mentioned in this episode. Get these 4 Wins in your inbox and have your favorite links at your fingertips!Sign Up Now »SHARE, RATE & REVIEWIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend and go leave a review. I would so appreciate your help getting the word out!Rate & Review »--->LET'S CONNECTWeb: https://robbyf.comEmail: robby@robbyf.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rfowler/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robby-fowler-0408201Twitter: http://twitter.com/rfowler-->

In Issue 36 of "The Brand ED Bullet," you'll get four powerful pointers to give your weekend a dynamic boost. A blend of practical advice, probing insights with a personal touch topped with a futuristic software for growth - this episode is setting the stage for a brand-forward weekend for podcast enthusiasts, solopreneurs, consultants, and coaches.What You'll Discover:Something to Try: Ever wondered how to find similar podcasts or potential shows for guest interviews? Explore a unique podcast discovery tool which displays results as informative 3D graphs. Trust us, this tool is worth the click!Client Question: Should you choose your website's platform or define its function first? Delve deeper into this common dilemma faced by website developers and a unique formula to resolve it. Something to Consider: What is your aim for business growth – power or popularity? Uncover a profound question that could be your guide to strategic planning and growth. Something Personal—Power or Empowerment? Hear a personal insight on how a consultant's role should be oriented—geared more towards empowering clients than gaining personal power.Resources from This Episode:Rephonic »Quick Screenshot of Rephonic Results 3D Graph »Rephonic's results for 3 of my favorite podcasts…​Heavyweight »​​Revisionist History »​​The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill »​SAVE TIME! GET THE “4 WINS” IN YOUR INBOXStop hunting through the episode for the resources and references mentioned in this episode. Get these 4 Wins in your inbox and have your favorite links at your fingertips!Sign Up Now »SHARE, RATE & REVIEWIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend and go leave a review. I would so appreciate your help getting the word out!Rate & Review »--->LET'S CONNECTWeb: https://robbyf.comEmail: robby@robbyf.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rfowler/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robby-fowler-0408201Twitter: http://twitter.com/rfowler-->

Anger phobia is an extreme fear of anger in oneself and others. It can lead to avoidance of conflict, which can damage relationships and prevent personal growth. Key Points Anger is a normal human emotion, but it can be harmful if it is not expressed in a healthy way. There are two main components of anger phobia: judgment and fear. Judgment can lead us to believe that anger is always bad, while fear can lead us to avoid it altogether. Both judgment and fear can be based on past experiences, such as being raised in a household where anger was not expressed in a healthy way. It is important to challenge our judgments about anger and understand the underlying fears. Once we understand our fears, we can start to develop healthier ways of dealing with anger. Questions to Consider What is your relationship with anger? What do you think about anger in yourself and others? What fears do you have about anger? How do your fears about anger affect your relationships? What can you do to develop healthier ways of dealing with anger? Action Steps Start by paying attention to your thoughts and feelings about anger. Notice when you are judging anger or feeling afraid of it. Challenge your judgments about anger. Ask yourself if they are true. Explore your fears about anger. What do you fear will happen if you express or experience anger from others? Develop healthy ways of expressing and dealing with anger. This may involve learning new communication skills or seeking professional help. Conclusion By understanding our judgments and fears about anger, we can develop healthier ways of dealing with this emotion. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/becky-smith0/message

How have you come to know what you “know?” What sources of knowledge have shaped your understanding of American culture, Christianity, or your own self-understanding? Patriarchal thinking has been foundational to much of what we have come to believe is “normal.” Join us this Sunday as we use the theological writings of Latin American Eco-Feminist theologian Ivonne Gebara to help us understand the depths of Christian Patriarchy and offer us a framework for breaking patriarchal thinking. Question to Consider: What sources of knowledge have influenced your way of thinking about yourself and/or your faith? www.TheLoftLA.org

Managing poor quality content... freeloaders... used to be a best practice. Today, it's a necessity.In this episode we talk about why that's the case, and I break down my 4-step process for removing "crappy" content from Google's vision.1. CRITIQUE  - Determine what in your current content needs to be managed2. CRITERIA - How will you define "poor" quality? What about support posts?3. CONSIDER - What are your options for handling this poor quality content? (Tip - delete is not the only answer)4. CLEAN-UP PLAN - Once and done is not enough.. you've got to plan a regular culling routine THE INSIDER MEMBERSHIP IS OPEN AGAIN! Learn more here: https://leslipeterson.com/insider2/If you're a professional blogger (or want to be) then check out my FREE Facebook Group where we talk about the business of blogging everyday! https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipetersonThe quickest way to increase your traffic? Update your content regularly. Get a free blog post update checklist here: https://leslipeterson.com/Curious about how to connect with your newsletter audience? Get a free list of 52 Newsletter Connection Prompts here: https://leslipeterson.com/===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include affiliate links. I'll never link you to anything I don't use myself!

Looking at M&A transactions from the sell-side, building value is the foremost goal for a business owner. Jonathan Wilson, the founder of Dubb Value Creation (Consulting Firm), returns to M&A Talk to discuss the importance of incorporating sell-side readiness into a strategic plan and outlines his eight key concepts for building value. He covers the importance of financial forecasts, reducing concentrations of risk, recurring and repeat revenue, synergies and dis-synergies, and the need to always have a growth strategy that can be described to a buyer. View the complete show notes for this episode. Learn More: Adjusting Financial Statements: A Complete Guide EBITDA | Definition, Formula & Example – A Complete Guide Reducing Concentrations of Risk Before Selling Your Business Preparing Financial Statements When Selling a Business Business Valuation Methods in a Nutshell Business Valuation: A List of Factors to Consider What is the difference between repeat and recurring customers? Additional Resources: Download a free pdf copy of The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business Purchase your copy now of A Beginner's Guide to Business Valuation | The Exit Strategy Handbook | Closing the Deal | Acquired Planning to sell your business? Schedule a free consultation today. Listen to Other Episodes: The M&A Integration Playbook The Art and Science of Middle Market Valuation Appraisals and Valuations in the Real World of M&A Deals  

Are you struggling to eat healthy in way that lasts? The problem is that you are dieting. But, not necessarily in the way that you think. Most people aren't dieting based on what they're eating.  They're dieting based on how they're thinking. Consider: What are your current reasons for making healthy food decisions? If you're struggling to eat healthy long-term, your reasons are likely based on “shoulds”.  This mindset is what makes healthy eating unsustainable for you. It's what turns any version of healthy eating into a diet. Which means, to eat healthy sustainably you need to change your mindset.  You will need to begin making eating decisions based on “wants”. Know This: It's not what you're eating (or not eating) that is necessarily restrictive. It's your mindset around it. In this episode, I'm sharing how to know if you're in a dieting mindset and how you can begin transitioning to a permissive, fulfilling mindset with healthy eating. Learn more at: https://katrentas.com/dieting-defined-podcast/ –– Ready to change your eating habits without restriction or overwhelm? I can help. Click here to learn more about the Own Your Eating Habits program.  Find yourself overeating and you're not sure why? I've created a free video master class, where I share the two reasons why you're overeating now and what you need to do to stop overeating forever. Click here to access the free master class.  Hang out with me on Instagram here.

Consider: What is the massive result that you want to create on the other side of healthy eating? Maybe it's weight loss, confidence in your body, or enjoying food without guilt. Now, picture what you believe will be required for you to create that massive result permanently. If you're like most, you'll think that hard work and sacrifice will be required. Which leaves you waiting for the “perfect time” to start creating this massive result for yourself. The truth is, massive results aren't created from large investments of your time, energy, or focus. Massive results are created from small investments over time. It's creating long-term change from a long-term approach that doesn't require hard work or sacrifice. In this episode, I'm sharing how you can begin creating the massive results you want with food and body, in a way that creates permanent results. You'll learn how your small healthy eating investments over time will inevitably create a massive return in your results. Learn more at: https://katrentas.com/massive-results-podcast/ –– Ready to change your eating habits without restriction or overwhelm? I can help. Click here to learn more about the Own Your Eating Habits program.  Find yourself overeating and you're not sure why? I've created a free video master class, where I share the two reasons why you're overeating now and what you need to do to stop overeating forever. Click here to access the free master class.  Hang out with me on Instagram here.

People have been talking about "The Positive Aging Movement" for more than a dozen years, particularly since the first conference in 2007, when the oldest Boomers were turning 61 and approaching the "traditional" retirement age. With a longer life expectancy, notions about aging have been shifting. This year the oldest Boomers are turning 76, and the youngest is now turning 58. We're witnessing the "graying" of our population. In this interview, we'll focus on a broad view of the Positive Aging Movement:  How it started, how it's been changing, what it's accomplished, and where it's going. From this episode, you will: Get an overview of the Positive Aging Movement over the past 10+ years - its intellectual underpinnings, development, and accomplishments to date.Understand the central concepts of positive aging/holistic thriving in the second half of life.Explore what's next. Has the movement outlived its usefulness? What are the current issues? Where might it or should it be heading?Consider: What would you add? What facet draws you most?About Jan Hively and Meg Newhouse:Jan Hively describes herself as an "Encore Entrepreneur." In Minnesota, after a city planning and administration career, Jan Hively earned her Ph.D. in 2001 at age 69 with a dissertation on "Productive Aging in Rural Communities." Since then, she has focused on transforming expectations for aging -- realizing the potential for positive aging based on twenty-first-century trends and research.Jan has co-founded several thriving networks that support positive aging, including the Vital Aging Network, the SHIFT Network, and a global program exchange, the Pass It On Network. As a Purpose Prize Fellow, she is an internationally known presenter and consultant for programs that engage older adult leadership and support "meaningful work, paid or unpaid, through the last breath." Jan's academic degrees were earned at Harvard University and the University of Minnesota.Meg Newhouse has sought to call out "passion and purpose" in her students, coaching clients, and even friends/colleagues in her professional and personal life. For nearly 25 years, she has been centrally involved in what could be called the Positive Aging movement as a post-mid-life coach, workshop facilitator, consultant, and author.In 2002 she founded and co-led the Life Planning Network, a national community of professionals committed to a holistic model for helping people thrive in the second half of life; more recently, she has been engaged with the Conscious Elders Network from its early stages. Meg has helped plan five Positive Aging conferences, written three how-to books, and co-edited LPN's Live Smart After 50. In the past few years, she has focused on later life and legacy, represented by her book, Legacies of the Heart: Living a Life That Matters. She lives in the Boston area with her husband of 50 years.Get in touch with Jan Lively and Meg Newhouse:Visit Jan's website: https://www.passitonnetwork.org/ Visit Meg's website: https://www.megnewhouse.com/ Download Jan and Meg's Handout: https://revolutionizeretirement.com/hively-newhouse Buy Live Smart After 50 Book: https://revolutionizeretirement.com/livesmart Buy Meg's Book: https://revolutionizeretirement.com/hrhg Grab our free guide, 10 Key Issues to Consider as You Explore Your Retirement Transition, at https://10keyretirementissues.com/ 

Ok, so here we are again in the summertime!! It is a beautiful time of year. Kids are home, enjoying a nice break from school. It's time for them to relax and chill. But what happens when their chillin involves hours and hours of screen time each day? How much is too much? Do we as parents ban screen time completely? Or limit it? Do we keep them super busy with other things? Let's dive in and see what we can figure out.Consider how you manage your families technology:Every family is different. Your schedules are different. Consider: What works well and what is currently working? Model the technology restrictions you expect from your kids. Screen time limits, will you limit by the day or by the week? Will they have things they have to do before they get on?   Setting priorities for the day, instead of monitoring minutes, could be the secret to summer happiness, thanks to less time spent nagging, pulling your hair out, and feeling guilty. Each kid is different. Some of your teenagers may have a job, sports, or camps. Their downtime might be screen time.  Seek Balance: As you consider a new strategy for managing summer screen time over the summer, it's important to seek balance. An outright ban on technology in the home can be frustrating to every family member. Is it screen time or downtime? Know the difference between active and passive screen time: Are they just playing a non-productive game or watching a mindless tv show or YouTube videos? Or are they learning something? Important to know the difference and recognize it with our kids. It's easy to see them on a screen and tell them to get off, but what are they really doing? Search out ways that they can learn on their screen. That's a win-win.  Be ok with the occasional binge. Sometimes our kids are busy from morning to night and others where they have total down time. That's ok for them to be able to chill for a day. Linkshttps://techsavvymama.com/2017/05/managing-summer-screen-time.htmlLemonade moment of the week:The boys are away at camp. Miss them but get to spend time with Madeline one on one.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

How to screen your guests like an Airbnb superhost. Avoid crazy guests, partiers, and rule breakers!In this episode John from Vacation Home Help will teach you: How to screen your Airbnb guestsInstant Book vs Request to Book Risk Factors to Consider What questions to ask guests before they book your AirbnbLinks to the stories about the deadly Pittsburgh party and Florida Airbnb shooting:https://6abc.com/pittsburgh-shooting-mass-airbnb/11758822/https://www.wistv.com/2022/04/20/graphic-police-investigate-deadly-shooting-airbnb-being-used-sell-drugs/Want to join our free host community and receive free educational tips and secrets? Subscribe here vacationhomehelp.com/podcast

In a world full of hookups, breakups, and makeups it's hard to know what is actually good for you. Come hear about God's design for our sexuality. No boys allowed. Podcasters: Kaitlynn Ingram & Cat Coyle Questions to Consider: What your views of sexuality growing up? Have you ever thought about the fact that God created our sexuality? How does this change the way that you view sexuality? How do you think that knowing we are known and loved by God actually meets our deepest need? Why do you think trust is a central part of intimacy? In what ways do you think God is the most trustworthy person? Which lasting benefit for choosing God's design sticks out the most to you? Why is it worth choosing? Do you need to look up, look in, or look out the most? What will that look like for you? Scripture Referenced: Romans 3:23 Jeremiah 2:13 John 8:1-12 Genesis 1:28 Ephesians 5:31-32 1 Timothy 4:4 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 Psalm 139:1-4 1 Corinthians 6:17-20 Psalm 63:3 Philippians 2:14-15 2 Peter 1:3

Erika and Veronica conclude their study on Exodus.  They wrap on the lessons on the Tabernacle and show what we can learn from the priests.  They also jump to Exodus 40 and show how the book ends overall.   Questions to Consider:What lessons can we learn from the Tabernacle?What lessons can we learn from the priests?What thoughts would have gone through your head when the Tabernacle was completed and God's presence filled it?What is the cliff hanger that ends the book Exodus?  How does Leviticus answer that cliff hanger?What are your overall lessons from Exodus?Here is the book on sacrifices:What about the Sacrifices, Book (ffoz.com)Here are the youtube videos on sacrifices:The Temple and Fall Feasts - Lesson 4 - Sacrifices pt 1 - YouTubeThe Temple and Fall Feasts - Lesson 5 - Sacrifices part2 - YouTubeYou can join us on our Facebook page called "The Context and Color of the Bible" as well as Erika's website erikavanhaitsma.com.In order to prepare for this study we used the following books or articles:Exploring Exodus by Nahum SaranExodus: God, Slavery, and Freedom by Dennis PragerThe JPS Commentary on Exodus by The Jewish Publication SocietyMessiah - Issue 24Exodus: Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible by Thomas Joseph White, OPExodus: A Mentor Commentary by John L. MackayShadows of the Messiah by First Fruits of Zion, book 2Miqra Journal - Winter 2003Music: Tabuk by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4453-tabukLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Veronica and Erika finally get to the part of the story where God dwells with His people.   They approach the chapters on the Tabernacle differently and show the lessons we learn from the specific details given.  Questions to Consider:What was the first thing God gave Moses instructions on building versus what the people built first?  What event came between instructions given and the actual construction? What lessons did Erika and Veronica give that we learn from the Tabernacle?What lessons did you come up with that we learn from the Tabernacle? You can join us on our Facebook page called "The Context and Color of the Bible" as well as Erika's website erikavanhaitsma.com.In order to prepare for this study we used the following books or articles:Exploring Exodus by Nahum SaranExodus: God, Slavery, and Freedom by Dennis PragerThe JPS Commentary on Exodus by The Jewish Publication SocietyMessiah - Issue 24Exodus: Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible by Thomas Joseph White, OPExodus: A Mentor Commentary by John L. MackayShadows of the Messiah by First Fruits of Zion, book 2Miqra Journal - Winter 2003Music: Tabuk by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4453-tabukLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/