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Witness market volatility and the economic seesaw! Navigate the complexities of trade negotiations and their widespread impact. Untangle the inverse relationship between bond prices and interest rates. See how tariffs can affect prices and fuel uncertainty. Harness the power of balance and diversification to help fortify your investments. Decipher the VIX (fear index) and its historical implications for market returns. Contemplate the lessons from the 2020 market crash and recovery. Analyze the details of ongoing global trade negotiations and potential outcomes. Note the influence of consumer and business confidence amidst tariff changes. Marvel at the unchanging prices of egg salad sandwiches at the Masters Tournament and the hot dog/soda combo at Costco. Tune in to the Money Matters Podcast, hosted by Wes Moss, Jeff Lloyd, and Connor Miller, to explore securing your financial future.

Sunday, April 13, 2025Episode 40: Palm SundayIntroduction:I invite you to reflect on the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem and the profound significance of His journey towards the cross. Join me as I guide you through a moment of spiritual reflection and growth.Scripture Reading:Matthew 21: 10-11Meditation:Find a quiet space free from distractions and focus on your breathing, inviting the presence of God, centering your hearts to hear God's word.Reflection Prompts:Consider the ways in which Jesus' journey towards the cross parallels your own spiritual journey. How can you emulate His example of selflessness and obedience?Reflect on the significance of Palm Sunday in your own faith journey. How does Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem inspire you to live boldly for Him?Contemplate the areas of your life where you may be called to endure suffering or difficulty for the sake of righteousness. How can you trust in God's provision and guidance during these times?I invite you to join me daily in this sacred journey of Lent. I encourage you to embrace the transformative power of God's grace in your life.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW on your podcast app. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_bythewell/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Today's 5th chapter of John includes the words of Jesus to the religious leaders who were jealous of his popularity:  these men were not of the same calibre as Nicodemus who came to Jesus by night.   Jesus tells them, “You search the Scriptures because you think that in them you have eternal life” [v.39] Their motive in searching God's word was self-centred, they would gain prestige in the eyes of others – and – they took it for granted – prestige in the eyes of God.   In contrast Jesus said, “I do not receive glory from people” [v.41]  He then said, “I know that you do not have the love of God within you.”   They had too much self-love!    We need to meditate carefully on Jesus' words – what is it to love God – as distinct from knowing he exists and reading about him in his word?Love arises from a relationship; Jesus asks them, “How can you believe, when you receive glory from one another and do not seek the glory that comes from the only God?” [v.44]  Glory?  Another word would be praise – patting one another on the back over achievements – this is constantly happening in sports.  But God does not pat us on the back!  Some words Paul addressed to the Romans have application, “ … a Jew is one inwardly, and circumcision is a matter of the heart, by the Spirit, not by the letter.  His praise is not from man, but from God.” [2 v.29]The jealous Jewish leaders condemned Jesus for healing on the Sabbath and “even calling God his own Father.” [v.18]  Jesus had said, “the Son can do nothing of his own accord, but only what he sees the Father doing” [v.19] He tells them, “His voice you have never heard, his form you have never seen, and you do not have his word abiding in you.” [v.38]God's word has to come ‘alive' in the minds of those who read it.   The result will be an overwhelming sense of humility – greatly beyond human comprehension.  It includes an awed contemplation from the depth of our hearts – what the Creator of all things must be likeWhen his word really abides in a human heart it lays the foundation for a true and wonderful relationship with God.  The end result is an even more awesome contemplation – for the Master said, initially to his disciples, – “If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.”  But totally committed disciples know what to ask for! Contemplate what Jesus asked for!  When we come to ch. 17 v.20 we will read, “I do not ask for these only, but also for those who will believe in me through their word …”   And the result of that belief?  Read what Jesus goes on to say.

Saturday, April 12, 2025Episode 39: Preparing for Holy WeekIntroduction:I invite you to reflect on how you can prepare for Holy Week. Join me as I guide you through a moment of spiritual reflection and growth.Scripture Reading:Matthew 26:36Meditation:Find a quiet space free from distractions and focus on your breathing, inviting the presence of God, centering your hearts to hear God's word.Reflection Prompts:Consider the role of companionship in your own spiritual journey. How have supportive relationships influenced your faith and resilience?Reflect on moments when you have turned to God in prayer during times of trial or doubt. How has His presence provided comfort and reassurance?Contemplate the significance of Christ's sacrifice and the profound love He demonstrated through His obedience to the Father's will.I invite you to join me daily in this sacred journey of Lent. I encourage you to embrace the transformative power of God's grace in your life.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW on your podcast app. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_bythewell/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Note: Each episode of "Seasons By the Well: Lenten Reflections and Meditations" will follow a similar format, providing daily reflections, guided meditations, and opportunities for personal growth throughout the Lenten season.

There's a notable gender gap with glaring disparity in reimbursement when it comes to urologic care for women and gynecologic care. Why are urologists being reimbursed at higher rates than urogynecologists for the same procedures? This week's guest has observed and analyzed such disparities throughout her medical career - and now has the research to back it up. Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald is a UroGynecologist and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgeon at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). Hear how RVUs (Relative Value Units) work, the significant reimbursement gaps that exist, and the prevalence of burnout in OB/GYN professionals.  Contemplate the calls to action proposed by Dr. Fitzgerald. Dive into some clinical juggernauts in the space including incontinence and urinary tract infections (UTIs). Tune in to this episode to squash the reimbursement gap!   Learn more: Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald at UPMC Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald LinkedIn   Today's Hot Flash and other stats from: Journal of Women's Health

Proverbs 18 is about friendship its benefits and its obligations. Verses 1-8 outlines wise thinking and the words which the wise speak – words which bring blessings to those who heed what was said. By contrast verses 6-7 tell us that a fool's mouth is an invitation to strife and his words continually bring trouble upon his head. Gossip is the way of the fool and those associated with him will experience total disaster. Verses 9-19 speaks about the need for diligence in order to be successful. These are contrasted with the true protection, which never fails, the name of Yahweh is a fortress (v10). Those who trust in the LORD are imperishable. They are indestructible. The life of the faithful is in the hand of their Maker. They need have no fear of men, because of their reverence for the Almighty – Matthew 10:16-33. Read aloud slowly. Contemplate this message for how you will live your life before your Sovereign and as a witness to your community. The wise men speaks of pride preceding a fall (v12). We are told to listen before speaking (v13). Generosity paves the way for acceptance (v16). Don't win an argument via persistence – be prepared to agree through a lot, ie it doesn't matter if you never win. If you simply win through aggression, or because you won't stop arguing you have lost a friend and a great deal more (v18). Verse 19 tells us that if your insistence creates a rift then it can only be healed via great efforts and immense sufferings. Verses 20-24 tell us, yet once again to be diligent in order to live adequately. What a great lesson verse 21 teaches – your tongue can save another person, or destroy them. A Godly companion in life is an aid and blessing in our walk towards the kingdom of God (v22). Be a close friend rather than a ruinous babbler (v24).According to Acts 28 Paul spent two years under house arrest in Rome (AD62-64). During this time Philippians, and Philemon were written. Acts 16 provided the background to the gospel arriving in Philippi. Philippians is called Paul's letter of joy and its theme is, “Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoice.” In chapter 1 of the letter the Apostle described his constant thanksgiving for the love of the believers in that city – colony which was heavily Roman in every way. He told them of the advance of the gospel in Rome and that even members of the Praetorian guard had become faithful believers. Unfortunately, not all ‘brethren' were happy – there was a group of false believers (known as Judaisers) whose motives for preaching were to see Paul persecuted. Paul, indeed would have been happy to die for the faith, nonetheless he felt that continued living would be for the benefit of the believers. In chapter 2 we have wonderful exhortations of Christ's mindset, as always being to honour and exalt his Father and for the benefit of others. Let that, said Paul, be the attitude of every believer. As God's Son our Lord had a status higher than anyone; yet he suffered as a servant the death of the cross. Now he is exalted at the Father's right hand with the name of Yahweh Himself (Isaiah 45). Believers bare the responsibility of shining as lights among this twisted world. He showed that Timothy and Epaphroditus both demonstrated Christ-like love for the believers in Philippi. Their own lives were put behind the course and purpose of the gospel.

Numbers 26 tells of the census that was taken of the new generation – those who were above 20 years of age, when 38 years earlier God had destined their fathers to die in the desert because of their failure to believe God could give them the Land He had promised to Abraham.This generation would be stedfast in the ways of the LORD. It would be that way for at least one and a half generations – see Joshua 24:31. Some of the more numerous tribes declined in number during their wasting away in the wilderness. There is almost a direct relationship between the rebellions started by certain tribes and their significant reduction in population prior to the entry into the Promised Land. These numbers were used together with a distribution by lot to determine the size of the land each tribe would inherit. There was no census for the Levites as Yahweh was their portion. The other salutary lesson from this chapter is the inheritance that would be given to faithful Caleb and Joshua, who wholly followed Yahweh with their heart; at the time that the bull of the nation were consigned to perishing in the wilderness because they yielded to their evil hearts of unbelief; and failed to trust in “the Living God”. Proverbs 18 is about friendship its benefits and its obligations. Verses 1-8 outlines wise thinking and the words which the wise speak – words which bring blessings to those who heed what was said. By contrast verses 6-7 tell us that a fool's mouth is an invitation to strife and his words continually bring trouble upon his head. Gossip is the way of the fool and those associated with him will experience total disaster. Verses 9-19 speaks about the need for diligence in order to be successful. These are contrasted with the true protection, which never fails, the name of Yahweh is a fortress (v10). Those who trust in the LORD are imperishable. They are indestructible. The life of the faithful is in the hand of their Maker. They need have no fear of men, because of their reverence for the Almighty – Matthew 10:16-33. Read aloud slowly. Contemplate this message for how you will live your life before your Sovereign and as a witness to your community. The wise men speaks of pride preceding a fall (v12). We are told to listen before speaking (v13). Generosity paves the way for acceptance (v16). Don't win an argument via persistence – be prepared to agree through a lot, ie it doesn't matter if you never win. If you simply win through aggression, or because you won't stop arguing you have lost a friend and a great deal more (v18). Verse 19 tells us that if your insistence creates a rift then it can only be healed via great efforts and immense sufferings. Verses 20-24 tell us, yet once again to be diligent in order to live adequately. What a great lesson verse 21 teaches – your tongue can save another person, or destroy them. A Godly companion in life is an aid and blessing in our walk towards the kingdom of God (v22). Be a close friend rather than a ruinous babbler (v24). According to Acts 28 Paul spent two years under house arrest in Rome (AD62-64). During this time Philippians, and Philemon were written. Acts 16 provided the background to the gospel arriving in Philippi. Philippians is called Paul's letter of joy and its theme is, “Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoice.” In chapter 1 of the letter the Apostle described his constant thanksgiving for the love of the believers in that city – colony which was heavily Roman in every way. He told them of the advance of the gospel in Rome and that even members of the Praetorian guard had become faithful believers. Unfortunately, not all ‘brethren' were happy – there was a group of false believers (known as Judaisers) whose motives for preaching were to see Paul persecuted. Paul, indeed would have been happy to die for the faith, nonetheless he felt that continued living would be for the benefit of the believers. In chapter 2 we have wonderful exhortations of Christ's mindset, as always being to honour and exalt his Father and for the benefit of others. Let that, said Paul, be the attitude of every believer. As God's Son our Lord had a status higher than anyone; yet he suffered as a servant the death of the cross. Now he is exalted at the Father's right hand with the name of Yahweh Himself (Isaiah 45). Believers bare the responsibility of shining as lights among this twisted world. He showed that Timothy and Epaphroditus both demonstrated Christ-like love for the believers in Philippi. Their own lives were put behind the course and purpose of the gospel.

What is the wisdom path Neptune in Aries leading us into?How do we alchemize the challenges we inherited from our ancestors to build the future?How do we hold our tender hearts when nothing seems certain?In this episode, I connected with Neptune in Aries as a teacher for collective liberation, healing, and encouragement. Along with upheavals and disruptions, Neptune in Aries is a guide for remembering the unique medicine of our path. Book my new 1:1 offering, Creative Spirit Reading. Limited spots available throughout April and May.I also offer deep dives into your 2025 Astrology and Human Design, designed to help you live in deeper harmony with your unique flow.For private mentorship and coaching, apply here.Listen to & purchase my new song Friends on Bandcamp. You can also listen to it on your favorite streaming platforms.Try the incredible breathwork and meditation app Open for 30 days free using this special link. This podcast is hosted, produced, and edited by Jonathan Koe. Theme music is also composed by me! Connect with me through my newsletter, my Instagram @jonathankoeofficial, and my music. For podcast-related inquiries, email me at healingthespiritpodcast@gmail.com.

You ever grab one of those hot cups of coffee and just look out over the world? Contemplate the future or ponder what's right in front of you?This is one of those episodes ...Enjoy ^_^*Transcripts Available: englishandcoffee.org*Contact: englishandcoffeepodcast@gmail.com

Saturday, April 5, 2025Episode 32 : BelievingIntroduction:I invite you to reflect on your belief in Jesus, your faith and your hope in the future. Join me as I guide you through a moment of spiritual reflection and growth.Scripture Reading:John 10:42Meditation:Find a quiet space free from distractions and focus on your breathing, inviting the presence of God, centering your hearts to hear God's word.Reflection Prompts:Reflect on moments in your life when your faith has been tested. How did you navigate through those challenges?Consider the role of hope in sustaining your faith during difficult times. How has it shaped your perspective on life?Contemplate ways you can deepen your belief in Jesus and cultivate a stronger sense of trust in His promises.I invite you to join me daily in this sacred journey of Lent. I encourage you to embrace the transformative power of God's grace in your life.The best way you can support this podcast is by taking a few moments to RATE & REVIEW on your podcast app. This will ensure this podcast is visible to more listeners.Also, if you desire additional faithful inspiration beyond this podcast, follow me on Instagram @_bythewell. There, we can continue our journey together, sharing reflections, thoughts, and moments of spiritual connection.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_bythewell/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Note: Each episode of "Seasons By the Well: Lenten Reflections and Meditations" will follow a similar format, providing daily reflections, guided meditations, and opportunities for personal growth throughout the Lenten season.

The theme for April 2025 is Rebirthing The Inner Artist.What messages does our Creative Spirit have for us as we approach the dawn of a new era?How do we step into our creative leadership even when we don't feel ready?How do we alchemize persistent self-doubt and pessimism? Book my new 1:1 offering, Creative Spirit Reading. Limited spots available throughout April and May.I also offer deep dives into your 2025 Astrology and Human Design, designed to help you live in deeper harmony with your unique flow.For private mentorship and coaching, apply here.Listen to & purchase my new song Friends on Bandcamp. You can also listen to it on your favorite streaming platforms.Try the incredible breathwork and meditation app Open for 30 days free using this special link. This podcast is hosted, produced, and edited by Jonathan Koe. Theme music is also composed by me! Connect with me through my newsletter, my Instagram @jonathankoeofficial, and my music. For podcast-related inquiries, email me at healingthespiritpodcast@gmail.com.

'Watching the Mind, Contemplate the Body' - Friday Dhamma videos | 28 Mar 2025. To join Ajahn Anan and the Wat Marp Jan Community online for daily chanting, meditation, and a Dhamma talk, you can email wmjdhamma@gmail.com for the link. Daily live sessions at 7.15pm - 9pm, Indochina Time (Bangkok, GMT+7).

How do we lovingly tend to ourselves when we feel unappreciated, disrespected, and invalidated for who we are at our core?How do re-source ourselves and re-member who we are?Feeling unloved is a universal experience. We know every human has experienced it, and yet it can be so challenging to move through. As we approach this year's Venus Cazimi, in the middle of the Venus Retrograde, I shared my personal story growing up with bullying, what got me through, and what I learned about loving myself when I didn't receive the love I wanted from my surroundings.Special thanks to my mentor Ariana Felix who has been helping me remember the rigorous Practice of Love. I currently offer 2025 Astrology and Human Design readings, designed to help you live in deeper harmony with your unique flow.For private mentorship and coaching, apply here.Listen to & purchase my new song Friends on Bandcamp. You can also listen to it on your favorite streaming platforms.Try the incredible breathwork and meditation app Open for 30 days free using this special link. This podcast is hosted, produced, and edited by Jonathan Koe. Theme music is also composed by me! Connect with me through my newsletter, my Instagram @jonathankoeofficial, and my music. For podcast-related inquiries, email me at healingthespiritpodcast@gmail.com.

What medicine does hard astrology carry for us?How do we deepen our relationship with self, others, and the world through being with challenges?The hardship of life is often mirrored by astrology.One of the questions I consistently get as an astrologer is: "I'm going through something hard. Do you see that in my chart? What should I do to get out of it?"Usually, the answer is: yes, I see it in the chart.But whether the issue gets resolved through engaging astrology is a much trickier question. Sometimes, having astrological context inspires creative problem-solving. Other times, it leads into seemingly endless spirals of confusions, what-ifs, and so-whats – which can amplify feelings of powerlessness.In this episode, I shared my take on how to be with hard astrology.If you're feeling overwhelmed by the intense astrology of March 2025 – this one's for you. I currently offer 2025 Astrology and Human Design readings, designed to help you live in deeper harmony with your unique flow.For private mentorship and coaching, apply here.Listen to & purchase my new song Friends on Bandcamp. You can also listen to it on your favorite streaming platforms.Try the incredible breathwork and meditation app Open for 30 days free using this special link. This podcast is hosted, produced, and edited by Jonathan Koe. Theme music is also composed by me! Connect with me through my newsletter, my Instagram @jonathankoeofficial, and my music. For podcast-related inquiries, email me at healingthespiritpodcast@gmail.com.

What does it mean to understand Venus as the Intimate Benefic?What might Venus in Aries teach us about confronting and advocating for our desires? Our guest today, Suprasensory Shahir, is one of my favorite emissaries of Venus. Naturally, Shahir offers deep insights and generous, expansive perspectives on the current Venus Retrograde in Aries and Pisces we're experiencing.We discussed Shahir's perspectives on the planetary retrograde phenomenon, cultivating Venusian qualities in one's self and one's communities when Venusian influences feel scarce in the collective field, and reckoning with our interior parts.Suprasensory Shahir is a love devotee mystic. A queer Muslim astrologer-diviner currently based in their motherland in Southeast Asia.They write on their substack 'love as origin, love as destination, love as intermediacy' and have appeared on multiple astrology and spiritual podcasts with their beloved communities.For this episode, Shahir has an aries venus retrograde in the 5th House of Fortune - the planetary joy of Venus.Resources Mentioned:Shahir's Venus Embodiment series (including a conversation with me on Venus in Aquarius)Pallas K. Augustine's Venus Retrograde workbook WHEN THE WATERS COMEShahir's collaboration with Britten LaRue The Magician's Table 2025 Work 1:1 with me! I currently offer 2025 Astrology and Human Design readings, designed to help you live in deeper harmony with your unique flow.For private mentorship and coaching, apply here.Listen to & purchase my new song Friends on Bandcamp. You can also listen to it on your favorite streaming platforms.Try the incredible breathwork and meditation app Open for 30 days free using this special link. This podcast is hosted, produced, and edited by Jonathan Koe. Theme music is also composed by me! Connect with me through my newsletter, my Instagram @jonathankoeofficial, and my music. For podcast-related inquiries, email me at healingthespiritpodcast@gmail.com.

Do you want to deepen your prayer life this Lent? In this episode of The Catholic Couple Podcast, we break down Lectio Divina, the ancient practice of praying with Sacred Scripture. We walk through the four steps—Read, Meditate, Pray, Contemplate—explaining how to do it and why it's such a powerful way to encounter God's Word personally. Plus, we give a real-time example of Lectio Divina in action, so you can follow along and try it yourself!Whether you're new to Scripture meditation or looking to rekindle your love for God's Word, this episode will give you practical tools to make prayer a meaningful part of your Lenten journey.

Episode 8 – Perspective and Choosing Curiosity____________________________________________________Any true seeker—and if you're reading this, then you probably are one—will go through life in a series of phases. Jordan is currently embarking on a new chapter himself. In today's episode, he shares how he actually lost sight of the original intentions for his big life change and found himself caught up in the weeds of planning and logistics. Zan's response is nothing short of transformative. When we find ourselves struggling with a challenge, our ability to overcome it—and our lives as a whole—can be vastly improved by a simple change in perspective."The size of your questions is the size of your life," Zan famously says. His advice? Choose to view your life, and the experience of you, nervous, in front of that woman across the room, with eyes of curiosity and wonder. Check out the discussion to see how this looks practically. Also, be sure to share how today's conversation informs your own questions about women and dating. The connection may not be obvious, but we encourage you to dig a little. Contemplate. ____________________________________________________Come join us! Sign up today and enjoy all the perks of the Amorati Membership, including live calls with Zan and his team.Go here: https://www.Amorati.net/See you there!____________________________________Join our newsletter here & get all our latest: https://arsamorata.com____________________________________Get a gifted copy of The Alabaster Girl, personally signed by Zan Perrion. Go to https://alabastergirl.com/____________________________________THE AMORATI is a close-knit fraternity of men from all over the world who have devoted their lives to the philosophy of The Ars Amorata.The Amorati are lovers of women. The Amorati are lovers of life. The Amorati are treasure hunters and raconteurs. The Amorati are on a lifelong quest for beauty and adventure.JOIN US in the AMORATI membership - Go to https://www.Amorati.net/____________________________________Copyright © 2025 Alabaster Communications Inc. All rights reserved. Ars Amorata ®, The Amorati ®, Casa Amorata ®, and the Amorati logo are all registered trademarks of Ars Amorata International SRL.Support the show

Tomorrow we will enter the season of Lent with Ash Wednesday service. This begins a 40 day journey of solemn reflection, not only on all that Jesus suffered, but also on the seriousness of our sin, which caused Jesus' suffering and death.  The 17th century hymn by Sigismund von Birken, Jesus I will ponder now, is an especially fitting hymn to begin our reflection. It is the first hymn in the Lenten section in our hymnal for a reason! This hymn is a prayer to Jesus with requests for Him to send the Spirit to bless our time of meditation in the coming weeks. We pray that He would consider the depth of His love for us as seen in all that He willingly suffered. We pray that He would help us to see the magnitude and seriousness of our personal sins, which were the cause of His death. We pray that He would give us strength to respond to His love with love for Him and others with a new life in word and action.  Yes, Jesus was "delivered to the Gentiles... mocked and insulted and spit upon..." (Luke 18:33). Peter writes: "He Himself bore our sins in His own body on the tree, that we, having died to sins, might live for righteousness—by whose stripes you were healed" (1 Peter 2:18).  Join us for worship on Ash Wednesday as contemplate the mystery of God's salvation in Christ. Contemplate your sin and Jesus full sacrifice for them. Pray for the the Spirit to bless your contemplation of God's great love for you!

The theme for March 2025 is Rooting Into The Cycles of Life.How do we ground into our connection to the heart of earth amidst cyclical change?What does contrast teach us about reality? How do we honor the process of life? I currently offer 2025 Clarity Alchemy, a 2-session package designed to help you cut through the internal fog, clarify your desires and intentions for 2025, and connect with your internal compass. Book here.For private mentorship and coaching, apply here.Listen to & purchase my new song Friends on Bandcamp. You can also listen to it on your favorite streaming platforms.Try the incredible breathwork and meditation app Open for 30 days free using this special link. This podcast is hosted, produced, and edited by Jonathan Koe. Theme music is also composed by me! Connect with me through my newsletter, my Instagram @jonathankoeofficial, and my music. For podcast-related inquiries, email me at healingthespiritpodcast@gmail.com.

The bodhisattva intention – Contemplate your wish and determination to awaken for the benefit of all sentient beings. This is the altruistic intention of the bodhisattva, who selflessly, with motherly intent, strives to awaken for the benefit of all sentient beings. SBT Mind-Training - Program Text  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S6wgGS57Qc61RaDe4E9aFBI5B58hbXAc/view?usp=sharing⁠

Self-cherishing and cherishing others Contemplate how self-cherishing (selfishness/narcissism) isthe cause of great suffering. That by believing that our own needs and happiness are more important than the needs and happiness of others, we act and behave in ways that create suffering for others and ourselves, in the form of greed,selfishness, hatred, anger, and envy, which alienates us from others.  Contemplate how cherishing others (altruism) is the cause ofgenuine happiness. That by believing that all of our needs and happiness are interdependent, we act and behave in ways that create happiness for all, in the form of care, love,compassion, friendship, and affection, which builds wholesome relationships and community.  SBT Mind-Training - Program Text  ⁠⁠⁠https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S6wgGS57Qc61RaDe4E9aFBI5B58hbXAc/view?usp=sharing

1 Corinthians 10 warns against idolatry. It was the root cause of the infant Jewish nation's sins as they left Egypt under Moses. Paul explains that their experiences were typical of, and in common with, those of the believers; and hence a clarion warning lest we think we stand; yet fall through pride. Verses 1-5 contain a warning to the Corinthian believers against complacency since the experiences of Israel leaving Egypt were both symbolic of our walk in Christ and in reality very similar to all followers of the Lord Jesus Christ. Paul says that God's provision of water is like the spiritual drink of His Word and our sustaining throughout our wanderings in the wilderness of life. Verses 6-13 warn us against idolatry which is called “covetousness” in Colossians 3:5. Trials are certain to come to every disciple. However we need not be discouraged since our Heavenly Father has promised that the trial will not be greater than we can bear. And even if it seems unbearable that He will provide us with a way of escape. For our part we must pray: “Lead us not into temptation, ie trial”. We also need to live our lives faithfully in avoiding temptations which arise due to our foolish decisions and actions. Verses 14-22 give practical advice in avoiding a likely problem from a foolish decision to partake of idol worship – in the belief that idols are non entities: 1 Corinthians 8 the entire chapter. The Apostle explains the dangers of rationalising in that chapter and here in chapter 10. A failure to understand these matters and to behave as God would have His children do is extremely dangerous. Paul says that it is in effect setting ourselves against God. The fellowship we enjoy with the Father and His Son is not to be entangled with the beliefs and practices of those who do not understand the teachings of the Word of God. From verses 23-30 Paul tells us that nothing in the life of the believer when it comes to eating food and drinking wine is forbidden to believers because God owns and has given these blessings to His children. However it is their responsibility to not partake of these to excess. Believers also have a responsibility to respect the conscience of their fellow disciples. The rights of faithful believers should not be exercised if the exercising of those rights would result in a loss of faith for others, and lead them away from the kingdom of God. The final two verses of the chapter tell us that, whatever we do, “Do all to the glory of God”. And since we are commanded to do all to the Father's glory that glory must be chiefly moral, not just physical. Contemplate carefully the words of Habbakuk 2:14 and compare these words with Jeremiah 22 verse 15-16. A further lesson we need to learn from Paul's example and emulate is how his life demonstrates that in his life he shows us how he did all to the glory of God.

Today's topic and contemplation is – ‘Exchanging self and other'. Contemplate on exchanging others' perspectives with your own. Recognize how we all share and suffer from the same human limitations which we all strive to overcome, our ignorance, confusion, insecurities, immaturity,obsessive attachments, aversions, selfishness, lack of self-control, anxiety, laziness, etc. When meeting others, exchange yourself with them, imagining them as yourself, and yourself as them, while examining the different perspectives that arise.    SBT Mind-Training - Program Text  ⁠⁠https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S6wgGS57Qc61RaDe4E9aFBI5B58hbXAc/view?usp=sharing

What questions and explorations are most relevant to us in 2025, given the astrology and energetic signatures? Who might we become in the face of upheaval and change?Over the course of two episodes, Kelsey Rose Tortorice and I are joining forces to discuss the astrology of 2025.On this episode, Part 1, we cover the undertones: Pluto, Neptune, Uranus, and Chiron.Meanwhile, Part 2, on Kelsey's podcast The Maia Games, covers the mid tones: Jupiter, Saturn, and The Lunar Nodes.With all three outer planets shifting signs, 2025 is a year of significant astrological changes. Over the past few years of knowing Kelsey, I've been deeply impacted by her perspectives, creative fluency with astrology, and visceral kinship with the outer planets. She was the first person that came to mind and this conversation was as electric as I dreamed them to be.Listen to Part 2 on Kelsey's podcast, The Maia Games.Timestamps:Kelsey's bio:Kelsey is a post-capitalist astrologer, teacher, human design experiMentor, and community initiator. Ruled by a 7th house Jupiter in Gemini, they are a student-teacher of the maia; seeking to understand and universalize the mechanics of reality within the context of individuality, relationship, cosmos, and consciousness as a whole. Kelsey's frequency facilitates upheaval; disrupting homogenized programming and re-orienting people to their differentiated truth and separateness as a means to arriving to connection & inherent wholeness. With reverence for differentiation and a knack for universalization, they embrace the simultaneous uniqueness and sameness of each human experience. Their work incorporates various modalities, frameworks, and spiritual teachings in honoring and navigating this apparent contradiction.Kelsey accompanies others on their journeys towards remembering what they Know, and invites deeper levels of autonomy, authenticity, faith, freedom, and surrender along the way.Kelsey's Links:Website: https://www.kelseyrosetort.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/kelseyrosetort/ I currently offer 2025 Clarity Alchemy, a 2-session package designed to help you cut through the internal fog, clarify your desires and intentions for 2025, and connect with your internal compass. Book here.For private mentorship and coaching, apply here.Listen to & purchase my new song Friends on Bandcamp. You can also listen to it on your favorite streaming platforms.Try the incredible breathwork and meditation app Open for 30 days free using this special link. This podcast is hosted, produced, and edited by Jonathan Koe. Theme music is also composed by me! Connect with me through my newsletter, my Instagram @jonathankoeofficial, and my music. For podcast-related inquiries, email me at healingthespiritpodcast@gmail.com.

Equanimity (equality) – Visualize three groups of people in front of you: friends on the right, strangers in the middle, and enemies on the left. Contemplate how easily friends can become enemies, enemies can become friends, and howstrangers can become either. Reflect on how all these groups are primarily the same, sharing the same desire for happiness and not to suffer. Try to generate compassion and appreciation for them equally, realizing the fundamentalequality that underlies all sentient life. SBT Mind-Training - Program Text  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S6wgGS57Qc61RaDe4E9aFBI5B58hbXAc/view?usp=sharing

What does a regenerative relationship with death, decay, and transformation look like? How do we stay rooted during moments of collective upheaval and activation?For the Full Moon in Leo, I'm sharing a tarot reading. Here are the prompts for the cards I pulled:A card to anchor us during the Full MoonWhat we're here to illuminate for ourselvesWhat we're here to illuminate for the collectiveGuidance to bridge the gap between the personal and the collective concernsAn ally in our healing journey   I currently offer 2025 Clarity Alchemy, a 2-session package designed to help you cut through the internal fog, clarify your desires and intentions for 2025, and connect with your internal compass. Book here.For private mentorship and coaching, apply here.Listen to & purchase my new song Friends on Bandcamp. You can also listen to it on your favorite streaming platforms.Try the incredible breathwork and meditation app Open for 30 days free using this special link. This podcast is hosted, produced, and edited by Jonathan Koe. Theme music is also composed by me! Connect with me through my newsletter, my Instagram @jonathankoeofficial, and my music. For podcast-related inquiries, email me at healingthespiritpodcast@gmail.com.

What is the difference between Not Knowing and Unknowing? How might the practice of Unknowing deepen the Mystic's Path? In this episode, we contemplate the wisdom of the North Node and Neptune conjunction in Pisces. Read more about Gene Key 36 here. I currently offer 2025 Clarity Alchemy, a 2-session package designed to help you cut through the internal fog, clarify your desires and intentions for 2025, and connect with your internal compass. Book here.For private mentorship and coaching, apply here.Listen to & purchase my new song Friends on Bandcamp. You can also listen to it on your favorite streaming platforms.Try the incredible breathwork and meditation app Open for 30 days free using this special link. This podcast is hosted, produced, and edited by Jonathan Koe. Theme music is also composed by me! Connect with me through my newsletter, my Instagram @jonathankoeofficial, and my music. For podcast-related inquiries, email me at healingthespiritpodcast@gmail.com.

The theme for February 2025 is Answering The Call of The Cave.What awaits in the caves of our own depths?What do we need to heal so we can heed the call?How might we resource our alchemical descent?Time Stamps00:00 Intro, Offerings, Announcements19:48 Contemplative Guidance for February 2025  I currently offer 2025 Clarity Alchemy, a 2-session package designed to help you cut through the internal fog, clarify your desires and intentions for 2025, and connect with your internal compass. Book here.For private mentorship and coaching, apply here.Listen to & purchase my new song Friends on Bandcamp. You can also listen to it on your favorite streaming platforms.Try the incredible breathwork and meditation app Open for 30 days free using this special link. This podcast is hosted, produced, and edited by Jonathan Koe. Theme music is also composed by me! Connect with me through my newsletter, my Instagram @jonathankoeofficial, and my music. For podcast-related inquiries, email me at healingthespiritpodcast@gmail.com.

If it feels like January has lasted forever for you too, this week's topic will help you set a change of pace, liven things up a little bit, and make you feel a bit better. What is your relationship with beauty? Are you surrounding yourself with beautiful things? Does your home feel beautiful? Contemplate this topic and then get ready to splurge a little bit this week, all for the sake of elevating your life. Tune in to begin. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello to you listening in Glossop, Derbyshire, England!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Time Out Tuesday and your host, Diane Wyzga.  Tuesdays are a respite for me. A chance to contemplate for a moment the beauty of a world that might seem to have turned its back on all things beauty-full. I seek out poetry - some I understand - some I ponder as a wander, as with this poem by Czeslaw Milosz entitled “Love”:  Love“Love means to learn to look at yourselfThe way one looks at distant thingsFor you are only one thing among many.And whoever sees that way heals his heart,Without knowing it, from various ills—A bird and a tree say to him: Friend.Then he wants to use himself and thingsSo that they stand in the glow of ripeness.It doesn't matter whether he knows what he serves:Who serves best doesn't always understand.” It is no wonder this Nobel Prize-winning poet also wrote these lines:“Not that I want to be a god or a heroJust to change into a tree,Grow for ages, not hurt anyone.” [Czeslaw Milosz] Question: Who are you aspiring to be, to change into? You're always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe, share a 5-star rating + nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out What I Offer,✓ Arrange your free Story Start-up Session,✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn, as Wyzga on Words on Substack, and now on Pandora Radio!Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

How To Best Navigate Grief 'ask dorothy' The WISDOM podcast  Season 5 Episode 23  

What does it mean to be “marked by God” or “marked for judgment”? Revelation 9:1-12 reveals the terrifying consequences of rejecting God and the immense security found in Christ. Discover the reality of divine judgment, the protection of God's people, and the devastating power of sin's consequences. Let this passage lead us to gratitude, warning, and urgency to share the gospel. Contemplate these questions as you listen to this message: 1. What does the seal of God represent, and how does it offer security to believers in the midst of judgment? 2. How does the description of torment in Revelation 9:1-12 deepen your understanding of the consequences of sin? 3. In what ways does this passage motivate you to share the gospel with those who are “marked for judgment”? Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠ Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠ Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠ Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠ Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠ Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠ YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠ Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠ First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.

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In Revelation 8, heaven falls silent as the seventh seal is opened, followed by the prayers of the saints and the sounding of the first four trumpets. This profound moment reminds us of the weight of God's judgment, the power of prayer, and the call to repentance. As we enter a new year, let's reflect, renew, and focus on our faith in Christ. Contemplate these questions as you listen to this message: 1. How does the silence in heaven challenge us to pause and reflect on the holiness of God in our own lives? 2. In what ways do the prayers of the saints inspire us to approach God with confidence and trust ? 3. How does the vision of the trumpets remind us of the seriousness of sin and the urgency of repentance? Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.

Christ's death was judgment on him because he bore our sins (not his own), and it was mercy toward us who trust him.

In this Christmas Day sermon, we explore the beauty, joy, and power of the message of Jesus' birth. From Isaiah's prophecy to the manger in Bethlehem, we see how God displayed His faithfulness and salvation in humility. Let this message of hope and redemption inspire your celebration and proclamation of the gospel. Contemplate these questions as you listen to this message: How does the humility of Jesus' birth contrast with His preeminence as described in Colossians 1:16-17? Why is the message of God's salvation in Isaiah 52:7-10 described as "beautiful," and how should it impact our proclamation of the gospel? In what ways does the Christmas story reveal God's power through weakness, and how can this truth encourage us to share our faith? Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠ Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠ Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠ Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠ Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠ Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠ YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠ Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠ First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.

Space Nuts Episode #478 Q&AJoin Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson in this engaging Q&A edition of Space Nuts as they tackle intriguing questions from listeners worldwide. From the massive size of Jupiter to the nature of gravity and the mysteries of the universe's accelerating expansion, this episode is packed with cosmic conundrums and insightful discussions.Episode Highlights:- Jupiter's Massive Growth: Dive into the fascinating story of why Jupiter grew to such a colossal size compared to other planets. Explore the role of gas accretion, planetesimals, and the runaway growth effect in shaping the largest planet in our solar system.- The Nature of Gravity: Examine the intriguing question of whether gravity is finite or infinite. Discover the complexities of gravitational waves, the stiffness of Space, and how these concepts influence our understanding of gravity's reach.- The Night Sky in Earth's Early Era: Imagine standing on Earth when it first formed and ponder what the night sky would have looked like. Understand how the universe's expansion and the redshift of the Big Bang's light affect our cosmic view.- The Fate of Comets: Consider the life cycle of comets and whether they can lose enough material to become nothing. Learn about the trails of dust left behind and their connection to meteor showers.- Solar Panels at Night: Explore the possibility of generating solar power at night using light from stars and the moon. Delve into the limitations of current technology and the potential for future innovations.- The Universe's Accelerating Expansion: Discuss the acceleration of the universe's expansion and whether it is constant or variable. Contemplate the implications for our understanding of dark energy and the structure of the universe.For more Space Nuts, including our continually updating newsfeed and to listen to all our episodes, visit our website. Follow us on social media at SpaceNutsPod on facebook, X, YouTube, Tumblr, Instagram, and TikTok. We love engaging with our community, so be sure to drop us a message or comment on your favourite platform.For more Space and Astronomy News Podcasts, visit our HQ at www.bitesz.com.If you'd like to help support Space Nuts and join our growing family of insiders for commercial-free episodes and more, visit spacenutspodcast.com/aboutStay curious, keep looking up, and join us next time for more stellar insights and cosmic wonders. Until then, clear skies and happy stargazing.00:00 - This is a Q and A episode where we let the audience set the agenda01:19 - Why did Jupiter grow to such a massive size compared to other planets07:30 - Dean in Queensland has a question about whether gravity is infinite or finite12:00 - Dean: We really don't understand gravity. Well, it'll be when quantum gravity really comes of age13:50 - Professor Fred Watson answers a few quick fire questions via text message14:22 - Given the night sky seems fairly full of stars to the naked eye today18:26 - Could you develop solar panels that work at night by collecting energy from other stars20:04 - Daniel asks whether the rate of acceleration is constant or ever so slightly variable25:49 - The Space Nuts podcast group Facebook page has thousands of members✍️ Episode ReferencesScientific American article on Jupiter's growthhttps://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-was-jupiters-rapid-growth-spurt-delayed-for-millions-of-years/Nature Astronomy journalhttps://www.nature.com/natastron/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts--2631155/support.

We Are Invited to Reflect on Joseph's Extraordinary Journey, As We Contemplate His Struggles Along with His Love and Joy MESSAGE SUMMARY: In this profound exploration of love and divine purpose, we're invited to reflect on Joseph's extraordinary journey. As we contemplate his struggles with an unexpected pregnancy and the weight of raising the Son of God, we're reminded of how God often works in mysterious ways. The story challenges us to trust in God's plan, even when it seems overwhelming or contrary to societal norms. Just as Joseph was called to 'adopt the one who will adopt the world,' we too are asked to embrace our unique roles in God's grand design. This narrative encourages us to see beyond our immediate circumstances and recognize the beautiful symphony God is composing in our lives. It's a powerful reminder that our perceived limitations or fears don't define us; instead, it's our willingness to say 'yes' to God's calling that shapes our destiny. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that, because I am in Jesus Christ, God is working His will in my life. (Philippians 2:13). “I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.”. (Philippians 4:14). SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV) 1) Joseph and Mary's situation: Matthew 1:18-25 - The story of Joseph considering divorcing Mary quietly and the angel's message to him; 2) Jesus as the Son of God and Son of David: Luke 1:32-33 - "He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David."; 3) The virgin birth prophecy: Isaiah 7:14 - "Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel."; 4) God's guidance through dreams: Matthew 1:20 - "But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream..."; 5) Joseph's role as Jesus' earthly father: Luke 2:41-52 - The story of Jesus in the temple, where Joseph is referred to as His father; 6) The concept of adoption in God's plan: Ephesians 1:5 - "He predestined us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will."; 7) Jesus as Emmanuel (God with us): Matthew 1:23 - "The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel" (which means "God with us"); 8) God's overflowing love: 1 John 4:8 - "Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love."; and 9) The theme of obedience to God's commands: John 14:15 - "If you love me, keep my commands.". A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: https://awtlser.podbean.com/ WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH'S SERMON VIDEO: www.AWFTL.org/watch DONATE TO AWFTL AWFTL Advent Devotional Schedule A Word From The Lord ministry, with Dr. Foley Beach, has partnered with Poor Bishop Hooper to walk us through the season of Advent using their original music and animated art. 12/01/24 & 12/2/24: In this first episode "Foreword", we begin with God's Creation of the World. However, sin comes into the world necessitating the need for "A Means of Grace and the Hope for Glory", the Christ. 12/4/24 & 12/7/24: In this episode “Hope”, the Holy Spirit's notifies the aging but unbelieving Priest, Zechariah, that his barren wife Elizebeth will give birth to John the Baptizer, who will prepare the way for God's Grace for undeserved Salvation, through birth of His Son. 12/7/24 & 12/8/24: In this episode “Peace”, the Virgin Mary is notified by an Angel that God, through the Holy Spirit, will bless her with the birth of The Christ, the promised Mesiah; and He will be named Jesus. 12/11/24 & 12/14/24: In this episode “Joy”, Elizabeth is visited by her cousin, Mary as they share both the joy of their unanticipated pregnancies and the assume blessing of God's favor for them and the World, the Incarnate Jesus 12/15/24 & 12/18/24: The episode, “Love”, depicts the struggles that Joseph is facing from both his love and duty to an, as yet, unmarried but pregnant Mary. Also, Joseph is coming to grips with burden and responsibility of his early-life fatherhood for Jesus, who is Father God, in a human presence, as God's Son. 12/19/24 & 12/21/24 & 12/22/24: The final episode brings it all together in Jesus' genealogy from Adam to The Christ – proving that Advent and Christmas are a great deal more than what the commercialization of Christmas often implies. We end our Advent journey with “The First Born”  - The Christ!

(Dhamma Stream Online Sessions) 00:19 Q1 What is the relationship between citta and yoniso manisikara? 05:27 Q2 Faith arises with the ability of the citta to realize the origins of suffering. Nekkhamma is the release anticipation of suffering [?]. Confusion arises here. The process of renunciation for the citta rather than thought. Is this the point where the felt sense doesn't push forward or stand and enters the path? 08:45 Q3 After the high school shooting 96 km northwest of us that left 4 dead, we can feel the heat. False alarms on social media, another layer of community anxiety and mistrust arises. Our community is predominately black, transient, low income, familiar with violence. … How to step back and recognize the citta is unbalanced? How to avoid being too aggressive and suspicious? 11:12 Q4 How to skillfully investigate myself with a very challenging individual at work?13:01 Q5 When I started mediating 20 years ago I was taught that forgiveness was a preliminary practice to metta. This makes sense to me, especially with the deep groove of self-criticism I see in my mind. 13:56 Q6 I am chronically ill living a restricted and isolated life. It is a great joy but I feel remote from any attainment. Do you have any advice? 14:58 Q7 I recognize a form of vibhava tanha in nihilism that manifests as an inability to move forward in life. As I pondered this i came across a phrase : “Contemplate the dhamma body” and it felt so good.

(Dhamma Stream Online Sessions) 00:19 Q1 What is the relationship between citta and yoniso manisikara? 05:27 Q2 Faith arises with the ability of the citta to realize the origins of suffering. Nekkhamma is the release anticipation of suffering [?]. Confusion arises here. The process of renunciation for the citta rather than thought. Is this the point where the felt sense doesn't push forward or stand and enters the path? 08:45 Q3 After the high school shooting 96 km northwest of us that left 4 dead, we can feel the heat. False alarms on social media, another layer of community anxiety and mistrust arises. Our community is predominately black, transient, low income, familiar with violence. … How to step back and recognize the citta is unbalanced? How to avoid being too aggressive and suspicious? 11:12 Q4 How to skillfully investigate myself with a very challenging individual at work?13:01 Q5 When I started mediating 20 years ago I was taught that forgiveness was a preliminary practice to metta. This makes sense to me, especially with the deep groove of self-criticism I see in my mind. 13:56 Q6 I am chronically ill living a restricted and isolated life. It is a great joy but I feel remote from any attainment. Do you have any advice? 14:58 Q7 I recognize a form of vibhava tanha in nihilism that manifests as an inability to move forward in life. As I pondered this i came across a phrase : “Contemplate the dhamma body” and it felt so good.

What does true repentance look like? In this Advent sermon on Luke 3:1-17, we reflect on John the Baptist's call to “bear fruit in keeping with repentance.” Discover the difference between outward appearances and genuine transformation as we prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ. Let's live lives that glorify God through true repentance. Contemplate these questions as you listen to this week's message: What areas of your life might appear outwardly polished but need genuine transformation through repentance? How does the Holy Spirit work in you to produce fruit that reflects true repentance? How can reflecting on Christ's second coming help you live in a posture of repentance and readiness? Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠ Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠ Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠ Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠ Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠ Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠ YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠ Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠ First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.

This month we replay Listen Contemplate Meditate, our first and still most popular episode, because we know from experience that we can never hear enough about the integrative dharma practice built on these three components. More resources for the practice available at ⁠www.prajnafire.com⁠⁠/media Lama Yeshe teaches about listening, contemplation, and meditation, the foundations of integrative practice; and you learn why the podcast is called Prajna Sparks. Tania Israel joins in for contemplation discussion, then Heather Stevenson sings a song with lyrics Tania wrote as part of her contemplative practice. Lama Zopa leads a guided practice on shamatha, tranquility meditation. Tibetan singing bowl interludes composed and performed by Shivnee Ratna. EPISODE CONTENTS 00:27 Teaching by Lama Yeshe 30:00 Conversation with Lama Yeshe and Tania Israel 45:00 Song (to the tune of "Edelweiss" from The Sound of Music) : lyrics by Tania Israel, vocals by Heather Stevenson 47:00 Meditation by Lama Zopa PRAJNA SPARKS follows the lunar calendar. Look for new episodes on the new moons (USA Mountain Time). EMAIL US sparks@prajnafire.com FIND US ⁠www.prajnafire.com⁠/sparks @prajnasparks on Facebook, Instagram, and bluesky.social Sing-a-long with us on Youtube⁠ Lama Yeshe and Lama Zopa (⁠www.prajnafire.com⁠) Tania Israel (⁠www.taniaisrael.com⁠) Heather Stevenson (⁠www.heatherstevenson.com⁠) Shivnee Ratna, Tibetan singing bowls (⁠www.shivgauree.com⁠)

Advent calls us to prepare our hearts for Christ's return, just as Paul urged the Thessalonians to live lives of thanksgiving, prayer, and holiness. In this sermon, "Established Hearts," we explore how God shapes us through His Word and Spirit to be blameless and loving as we await Christ's appearing. Join us in seeking hearts ready for His coming! Contemplate these questions as you listen to this week's message: 1. How does Paul's expression of thanksgiving in 1 Thessalonians 3:9 challenge your view of gratitude in your spiritual life? 2. In what ways can you actively encourage and equip others in their faith journey as Paul sought to do for the Thessalonians? 3. How does the work of God in establishing blameless hearts through His Word and Spirit transform how you live in anticipation of Christ's return? Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠ Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠ Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠ Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠ Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠ Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠ YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠ Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠ First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.

If you see them in Aurora, don't say a word.  Chicago's best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page.  Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101.    Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unser London-Korrespondent Hanspeter «Düsi» Künzler bringt bei seinem letzten Besuch dieses Jahr standesgemäss persönliche Highlights, Bestenlisten und 'last second' Entdeckungen anno '24 - mit Beth Gibbons, The Cure, W.H. Lung, Nadine Shah, Laurie Anderson und Man/Woman/Chainsaw. +++PLAYLIST+++ · 22:56 - APOLOGIZE von YES I'M VERY TIRED NOW/NATASHA WATERS · 22:51 - BANDWAGONING von COILGUNS · 22:47 - NO SURPRISE von WARHAUS · 22:43- SHE CLEANS UP von FATHER JOHN MISTY · 22:39 - COAST von KIM DEAL · 22:36 - BOTANICAL GARDEN von ANNA ERHARD · 22:31 - PLANT von EFTERKLANG FEAT. MABE FRATTI · 22:28 - BETTER HATE von JESSICA PRATT · 22:23 - HIGHJACK von A$AP ROCKY FEAT. JESSICA PRATT · 22:20 - CONTEMPLATE von OLIVE BLACK · 22:18 - AFRIKAN DI ALIEN von PA SALIEU FEAT. BLACK SHERIF · 22:13 - REBEL SOUL von MICHAEL KIWANUKA · 22:10 - LOSING YOU von EVERYTHING IS RECORDED FEAT. SAMPHA/LAURA GROVES/JAH WOBBLE/YAZZ AHMED · 21:56 - STARKREGEN von TEHO TEARDO/BLIXA BARGELD · 21:53 - TAMARINDO von TARTA RELENA · 21:46 - WHO ARE THE PRETTY NEW DUCKS IN THE POND von PAINTING · 21:43 - THE RETURN von FELL · 21:37 - INDIA & ON DOWN TO AUSTRALIA von LAURIE ANDERSON/BRNO PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA/ANOHNI · 21:34 - TRUTH von ELLA RONEN · 21:27 - TOPLESS MOTHER von NADINE SHAH · 21:24 - ISOLATION von THE ROUTES · 21:20 - ISOLATION von JOY DIVISION · 21:16 - CLOSER von UMARELLS · 21:10 - SPORTS DAY von MAN/WOMAN/CHAINSAW · 21:06 - DOG DRIBBLE von GETDOWN SERVICES · 20:56 - A FRAGILE THING von THE CURE · 20:54 - BLODYN GWYRDD von TRISTWCH Y FENYWOD · 20:49 - DYN DOETH O'R DWYRAIN von PYS MELYN · 20:46 - LONG DARK NIGHT von NICK CAVE & THE BAD SEEDS · 20:37 - BEYOND THE SUN von BETH GIBBONS · 20:29 - FEVER DREAM von ISHMAEL ENSEMBLE · 20:26 - OCEANSIDE SPIDER HOUSE von JABU · 20:23 - FLOWERS IN THE RAIN von THE MOVE · 20:18 - FLOWERS IN THE RAIN von W. H. LUNG · 20:14 - ANKH von TEMPLES · 20:05 - FRIDAY I'M IN LOVE von THE CURE

Indigenous scholar Dr. Yuria Celidwen guides us in a reflection on our interconnection with water, encouraging us to see it as more than just a vital resource, but as kin. How to Do This Practice:Last week we explored the scientifically backed healing qualities of water, focusing on how connecting with water through sound, sight, and touch can support our well being. This week, indigenous scholar Dr. Yuria Celidwen guides us in a reflection on our interconnection with water, encouraging us to see it as more than just a vital resource, but as kin.   Find a quiet space where you can engage with water— a nearby river, ocean, or even the faucet at home. Focus on the sound of water. Whether it's the gentle drip from a faucet or the sound of waves, listen deeply to how water calls to you. Contemplate how water transforms between solid, liquid, and gas. Let this remind you of your own potential for transformation. Imagine the water flow, guiding you to feel its presence within and around you, awakening memories, imagination, and a sense of belonging in this shared world. Take a few moments to reflect on how different manifestations of water connect with you.  Today's Happiness Break Host:DR. YURIA CELIDWEN is an indigenous scholar of contemplative studies, and author of the new book, Flourishing Kin: Indigenous Foundations For Collective Well-Being.Read more on Yuria: https://www.yuriacelidwen.com/#aboutFollow Yuria on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuriacelidwen/Read Yuria's work on kin relationality: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.994508/fullIf You Enjoyed This Happiness Break, You Might Also Like: Experience Nature Wherever You Are, with Dacher How to Ground Yourself in Nature, With Yuria Celidwen  Check Out These Episodes of The Science of Happiness:  The Healing Effects of Experiencing Wildlife  How to Do Good for the Environment (And Yourself)  How to Use Your Body to Relax Your Mind (The Science of Happiness) We'd love to hear how this practice goes for you! Let us know how you connect with water in your life.Email us at happinesspod@berkeley.edu Find us on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/6s39rzusHelp us share Happiness Break! Rate us and copy and share this link: https://tinyurl.com/6s39rzusTranscript: https://tinyurl.com/59mmr7jc

Welcome back to the Flex Diet Podcast hosted by me, Dr. Mike T. Nelson. In this episode, we dive into the mental side of performance with Tarun Gulati, founder and CEO of Contemplate Life. Tarun shares his unique method of contemplation and how it helps improve mental fitness and overall performance.He discusses the importance of a deep connection with oneself, a decision-making framework, and how to apply these concepts in personal life, sports, and organizations. Get insights into the psychological aspects often overlooked in fitness and sports training, and learn about the principles and pillars of the Contemplate system. Sponsors:Tecton Life Ketone drink! https://tectonlife.com/ DRMIKE to save 20%Dr. Mike's Fitness Insider Newsletter: Sign up for free at https://miketnelson.com/.Episode Chapters:03:00 Deep Dive into Contemplation and Mental Fitness08:59 The Importance of Contemplation in Education22:27 Integrating Mental Fitness in Sports and Fitness30:32 The Importance of Clarity for Athletes31:49 Mental Health Costs in Sports35:35 Organizational Structure and Mental Well-being37:54 Role of General Managers and Coaches50:55 The Contemplate Mental Fitness System55:42 Conclusion and Resources Flex Diet Podcast Episodes You May Enjoy:Episode 265: Mastering the Art and Science of Flow States with Brandon Day Episode 203: Mind, Muscle, and Metabolism: An interview with Dr. Jade Teta from Next Level HumanConnect with TarunContemplate.lifeX.comPodcastGet In Touch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmiketnelson/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn1aTbQqHglfNrENPm0GTpgEmail: https://miketnelson.com/contact-us/

Patrick and David are traveling this week so today we have an abridged bonus episode about The Penguin, delivered to you earlier than usual.Tonight's episode of The Penguin had some pretty explosive material! We get a flashback to Oz's childhood, but what did it do to illustrate who he ends up becoming? What do we think of where Sofia's arc is taking her? And what is Tim Burton doing in this version of the Batman universe? Listen to hear us discuss all this and more!Homework for (the week after) next week:The Penguin Episode 8 (Max)Arcane season 2 premiere (Netflix)Interior Chinatown season premiere (Hulu)Links:Listen to Patrick's videogame podcast, Remap RadioSubscribe to Patrick's newsletter, CrossplaySubscribe to this podcast on YouTubeFollow this podcast on InstagramFollow this podcast on TiktokSubscribe to David's free newsletter, Decoding EverythingFollow David on InstagramFollow David on Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, a former 8-figure Amazon seller shares how he lost millions and saw sales drop to zero. Learn key mistakes to avoid and protect your Amazon FBA business from disaster.   Join us for an insightful conversation as we welcome Brian Creager, a former eight-figure Amazon seller, who shares his rollercoaster journey through the world of Amazon FBA. Starting with a background in electrical engineering and transitioning into international sales, Brian eventually found his niche in the e-commerce space. Discover how a pivotal moment in his corporate career led him to build a successful seven-figure business in men's hair care. He opens up about the highs and lows of launching a brand in a competitive market, the remarkable margins he achieved, and the unexpected challenges he faced, such as being banned from selling a medical device on Amazon. Brian's story offers valuable lessons for aspiring and seasoned Amazon sellers alike. Listen in as we explore the significance of building relationships through networking events and the lasting impact of face-to-face interactions. Bradley and Brian share their own experiences with the Zonblast community and the early days of private-label selling. They discuss the importance of real-time monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs), especially given the tighter margins and increased advertising costs today. Through anecdotes and personal experiences, we highlight the challenges faced during the pandemic, including product quality issues and tariffs, which led to significant changes in operations. We also tackle the evolving landscape of selling on Amazon, emphasizing the need for unique products to maintain a competitive edge in the face of copycats. Strategies like failing quickly and strengthening supplier relationships are discussed as key tactics for handling product issues. As the Amazon marketplace evolves with new fees and AI integration, we touch on the growing importance of influencer marketing and niche product creation. Contemplate the future of product discovery and how AI might change consumer habits while considering how sellers can adapt to these shifts. This episode is packed with insights and strategies for navigating the ever-changing e-commerce landscape. In episode 605 of the Serious Sellers Podcast, Bradley and Brian discuss: 00:00 - 8-Figure Amazon Seller's Journey and Lessons 03:29 - Men's Hair Care Launch Success 13:02 - Struggles and Lessons From Selling on Amazon 19:04 - Challenges in Paper Bag Production 22:44 - Losses, Inventory, and Chapter Seven 27:03 - Adapting to Changes in Amazon 30:02 - AI Impact on Product Discovery 33:47 - How To Reach Out To Brian Creager 36:12 - Competitor Analysis with Market Tracker 360 ► Instagram: instagram.com/serioussellerspodcast ► Free Amazon Seller Chrome Extension: https://h10.me/extension ► Sign Up For Helium 10: https://h10.me/signup  (Use SSP10 To Save 10% For Life) ► Learn How To Sell on Amazon: https://h10.me/ft ► Watch The Podcasts On YouTube: youtube.com/@Helium10/videos

"The more we explore of the natural world, the more it points back to the love, care, diversity, and variety of our Creator." ~ David Rives Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel. Yvette Hampton is joined by David Rives, founder and CEO of the Wonders Center and Science Museum in Tennessee. Dive into the exciting world of science education for homeschoolers, with practical tips for teaching science across various grade levels, from elementary to high school. Discover how to use hands-on activities and a biblical worldview to make science both fun and impactful for your students, and discover great resources to enhance your homeschool curriculum. Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Would you please consider a year-end gift to support the Schoolhouse Rocked ministry? Recommended Resources: David Rives Ministries Wonders Center and Science Museum Creation SuperStore Genesis Science Network 21 Verses Backed by Science, by David Rives Creation Club Print Magazine Creation Club Online Magazine Podcast Recommendations: Homeschooling Every Subject Series Changing the Narrative Podcast Ken Ham, of Answers in Genesis, on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast Eric Hovind, of Creation Today, on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast Thinking Dad Podcast