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No Higher Calling
Replay: A Quiet, Contented Heart with Erin Bates Paine

No Higher Calling

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 45:35


I had the privilege of interviewing Erin Bates Paine several years back on the podcast. She shared what God had been teaching her about having a quiet, contented heart in the midst of the busyness and demands of motherhood. Her wisdom and inspiration is such an encouragement as we seek to have an eternal perspective in motherhood.   Resources Referenced: NHC Mother's Day Sale: Code MAMA for 20% off https://nohighercalling.org/shop/    Follow my  journey by subscribing to this podcast. You can also follow me on Instagram, YouTube, and www.nohighercalling.org Subscribe to the NHC email at www.nohighercalling.org 

Worthy Walk from CCCC
Episode 233: Peace of Mind: the Contented Mind - Pastor Sam Rempel 4/26/26

Worthy Walk from CCCC

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 53:24


This sermon tackles one of the most underdiagnosed contributors to poor mental health in modern Western culture: chronic discontentment. Pastor Sam unpacks Philippians 4:10-13 — arguably the most misquoted passage in the Bible ('I can do all things through Christ') — and restores it to its original context as a declaration of contentment, not achievement. Paul says contentment is something he 'learned' (4:11), which means it is a discipline, not a personality trait or spiritual gift. This sermon offers a countercultural vision of a stable, grounded mind that is not held hostage to circumstances, comparison, or consumption.for more information on CCCC got to https://linktr.ee/ccccmillville

Grace Church West Hartford
A Contented Life

Grace Church West Hartford

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 35:02


Ecclesiastes 5:18-20

On to Victory Podcast
A Contented Life

On to Victory Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 4:45


Pastor Wayne Van Gelderen shares biblical truth that will bring hope and comfort in these uncertain days. May we draw closer to God through this time and impact those around us for eternity. https://fallsbaptist.org https://baptistcollege.org https://www.theegeneration.org https://ontovictorypress.com If you'd like to support this ministry - https://fallsbaptist.org/give/

Insight for Living Canada - LifeTrac Podcast

1 Timothy 6:6-7Our culture doesn't exactly inspire contentment—everything around us is designed to promote dissatisfaction, comparison, envy, and competition. But you can stop this disappointment cycle by being thankful. When you count your blessings your worry shifts to gratitude, and you begin enjoying all God has given you.

Revive Church Podcast
Contented To the Faith - Weekly Message

Revive Church Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 57:53


Sara teaches on how we have to constantly be preparing our minds and our actions to stand for the faith.

Back to the Bible Canada with Dr. John Neufeld
God's Provision: Remaining Faithful and Contented

Back to the Bible Canada with Dr. John Neufeld

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 24:00


Is the good life measured by wealth and comfort, or by something deeper? In this second part of Psalm 37, Dr. John Neufeld examines David's description of the wicked versus the righteous, revealing that true prosperity consists of generosity, wisdom, justice, and inner peace. God promises the righteous: He will grant the desires of their hearts, bring their righteousness to light, give them an eternal inheritance, and never abandon them.God's Provision: The sheep don't know what they need, but the shepherd does—and he arranges everything for their care. This is why David declared, "The LORD is my shepherd"—because God provides all we truly want and need. In this five-message series, Dr. John Neufeld explores Psalms 23 and 37, unpacking what it means to trust the Good Shepherd who guides, protects, and provides for our deepest needs.

Cryy Out Sermons
A Contented Life

Cryy Out Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 39:31


The Joy Letter — Part 22 "A Contented Life" Philippians 4:10-13 Cryy Out Christian Fellowship Message: Arnold Perez First time? Visit cryyout.org/new and tell us about yourself! Stay Connected: Website: www.cryyout.org Donate: https://pushpay.com/g/cryyout?src=hpp Instagram: @ cryyout Facebook: @ cryyout

Our Daily Bread Evening Meditations
Contented in God's Presence

Our Daily Bread Evening Meditations

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 15:56


Discover a place of contentment and peace as you draw near to God with 1 Timothy 6.No matter what kind of day you've had, rest in hope and peace tonight as you draw near to the heart of God. This short, uplifting meditation from His Word will create a space at the end of the day for you to refocus on the goodness and nearness of the Lord, entrust your burdens to Him and fill your mind with His promises and faithfulness towards you. Tonight's meditation is read by Andrew. Meet the team at odb.org/meet-the-team.Send us a text message to let us know how we can make the Evening Meditations an even better experience for you! Please be aware, that while we read and value every message, your phone number is kept hidden so we cannot respond.Support the showYou can now share the Evening Meditations through the updated Our Daily Bread app! If you've not done so already, download it for free from your app store.We hope that you have enjoyed this Evening Meditation from Our Daily Bread Ministries! You can find more exciting content from Our Daily Bread Ministries by following us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. You can even sign up to receive Our Daily Bread Bible reading notes sent straight to your door for free: ourdailybread.org/meditation. All our funding comes from our listeners, like you, who value what we do and want to help us reach more people. You can make a donation towards our mission at eveningmeditations.org.

Heart, Soul, & Mind
Contented People Use Trials as Growth Opportunities

Heart, Soul, & Mind

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 24:33


Join Reverend Oliver Helsabeck as we delve into his sermon "God Believes in You."

The Disciple-Making Parent AudioBlog
7 Principles for Becoming a Contented Parent

The Disciple-Making Parent AudioBlog

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 7:24


Does your family struggle with grumbling? Do you? In this episode we will think about how we can aim for contentment in our hearts and in our children's hearts.To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/7-principles-for-becoming-a-contented-parent/

Eleven2one with Janice
CW Today - Single and Contented, January Article

Eleven2one with Janice

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 5:18


CW Today with Loretta Walker is heard each weekday at 12:05 Central Time on Faith Music Radio. Learn more about Loretta, her family and their ministries at ChristianWomanhood.org. Follow Loretta on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ChristianWomanhood

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Hopewell Associate Reformed Presbyterian
The Contented, Generous Heart

Hopewell Associate Reformed Presbyterian

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 35:50


What is at the heart of the tenth commandment? Deuteronomy 24:17–26:15 looks forward to the hearing of God's Word, publicly read, in the holy assembly on the coming Lord's Day. In these forty verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that the heart is the heart of the tenth commandment. The devotional presents a comprehensive exposition of the Tenth Commandment's call to contentment, gratitude, and justice, rooted in Israel's identity as redeemed slaves and sustained by God's covenant faithfulness. Central to this teaching is the recurring call to care for the vulnerable—strangers, widows, and fatherless—while maintaining integrity in justice, honesty, and personal conduct, all reflecting a heart that esteems others as made in God's image. The law's applications—from refusing to exploit laborers and maintaining honest weights to preserving dignity in punishment and honoring marital duty—reveal that true generosity flows from a transformed heart that trusts God's provision and rejects covetousness. Gratitude and generosity are not mere duties but expressions of identity and worship, pointing forward to Christ's self-emptying love. Ultimately, the law reveals that holiness is not fragmented but holistic, demanding a life of thankfulness that mirrors God's character.

The Thoughtful Leader
How to Be Calm and Contented - with Chris Melville

The Thoughtful Leader

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 11:37


Episode Summary: In this episode we welcome our guest Chris Melville who is a business mentor and a mindset coach with over 30 years' experience. We discuss changes she sees in her clients when they start to love themselves get curious about accepting their inner child.   Key Takeaways: Curiosity comes first Radical self love   Timestamps: •       [00:10] – Introducing the guest Chris Melville •       [00:54] – What is Chris passionate about •       [03:32] – What changes do you see in your clients •       [05:44] – Healing the inner child •       [08:40] – Can people hear that inner voice •       [12:00] – Non Judgement •       [15:30] – When do people get curious •       [17:51] – Where does your work fit in •       [19:44] - RTT   https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinamelville/   Follow Mindy and The Thoughtful Leader at  https://MindyGK.com https://Giving1Percent.com

Too Busy to Flush
Ep. 207: Tom Bombadil, Being vs. Doing, & The Power of Community

Too Busy to Flush

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 60:39


Ep. 207: Intro: Show premise, violin practice, candles, local vintage markets.9:33: Tom Bombadil in The Culturist.16:54: As a mom: creating an environment of contented being.19:06: Contented being vs. laziness.21:06: The dangers of not having any drive or draw to anything. 23:26: A pattern of doing and being.26:25: Ecclesiastes 5! (Not Ephesians).29:57: Challenges to homeschooling, homemaking requires the making.34:32: For those that don't enjoy the work and honoring the Sabbath.37:03: The power of delight in the good things God has given us.37:31: The power of doing music with other people.47:45: People and creative works: the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.47:50: It's all fake and AI.48:36: Created to function in community.49:27: Stay at home moms are economically vulnerable.55:48: If you stop with the making entropy starts immediately58:35: Show CloseToo Busy to Flush Telegram GroupCanavoxPique Tea - Referral Link (it's super-delicious and healthy)Wealthfront Referral LinkMolly's preferred Milk FrotherMolly's preferred Stone Heating PadIncogni (data removal and internet anonymizer) Get full access to Too Busy to Flush at www.toobusytoflush.com/subscribe

Calvary Chapel Birmingham
Contented Giving | Philippians 4:10-23

Calvary Chapel Birmingham

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 45:47


Verses 10 to 23 of Philippians 4

Buncombe Street Sermons
"Joy and the Contented Life" - Rev. Chris Ashley [10.26.25]

Buncombe Street Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 22:41


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Buncombe Street Sermons
"Joy and the Contented Life" - Rev. Lonnie Pittman [10.26.25]

Buncombe Street Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 19:26


Sermon Text: Philippians 4:10-23For more information on Buncombe Street Methodist Church in Greenville, SC, visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.buncombestreet.com

Forest Town Church Podcasts
Sunday at 10: Faith and Contented Lives

Forest Town Church Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 32:00


A message from Ant Rist at Forest Town Church, St Albans (UK). Ant continues the series "Faith for Uncertain Times" and preaches on "Faith and Contented Lives" (Philippians 4:10-14 & Hebrews 6:10).

Our Daily Bread Evening Meditations

End your day meditating on how good it is to belong to God. No matter what kind of day you've had, rest in hope and peace tonight as you draw near to the heart of God. This short, uplifting meditation from His Word will create a space at the end of the day for you to refocus on the goodness and nearness of the Lord, entrust your burdens to Him and fill your mind with His promises and faithfulness towards you. Tonight's meditation is read by Adeyinka. Meet the team at odb.org/meet-the-team.Send us a text message to let us know how we can make the Evening Meditations an even better experience for you!Support the showYou can now share the Evening Meditations through the updated Our Daily Bread app! If you've not done so already, download it for free from your app store.We hope that you have enjoyed this Evening Meditation from Our Daily Bread Ministries! You can find more exciting content from Our Daily Bread Ministries by following us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. You can even sign up to receive Our Daily Bread Bible reading notes sent straight to your door for free: ourdailybread.org/meditation. All our funding comes from our listeners, like you, who value what we do and want to help us reach more people. You can make a donation towards our mission at eveningmeditations.org.

Unlimited Grace on Oneplace.com
Contented Joy - Part 2

Unlimited Grace on Oneplace.com

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 25:00


Pastor Bryan shares the second half of a lesson from Philippians 4. Pastor Bryan shares a message about contentedness as we investigate the words written by Paul while in prison. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1286/29

Unlimited Grace on Oneplace.com
Contented Joy - Part 1

Unlimited Grace on Oneplace.com

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 25:00


Pastor Bryan shares a lesson from Philippians 4. In a life that inevitably is met with conflict and roadblocks, Paul provides the secret to find continued joy in all things. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1286/29

East River Church (Batavia, OH)
Contented Wealth Building

East River Church (Batavia, OH)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2025 36:57


Preacher: Michael Foster, Text: Proverbs 3:9-10, 23:4-5, 30:8-9 

Unlocking the Bible: Daily Broadcast
Contented in Christ, Part 2

Unlocking the Bible: Daily Broadcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 25:33


How can you draw strength from one of God's promises? Pastor Colin talks about God's promise to never leave us or forsake us, and how you can draw strength from it.

Unlocking the Bible: Daily Broadcast
Contented in Christ, Part 1

Unlocking the Bible: Daily Broadcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 25:27


You want to be content. But where do you start? Pastor Colin gives us some practical ways to help us keep our lives free from the love of money so we can learn to be content with what we have.

Primary Care Knowledge Boost
Introducing Episode 6 of the Contented Clinician Podcast: Presenting balanced information about benefits and harms to patients makes you more contented

Primary Care Knowledge Boost

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 69:11


We've got something a little bit different for you today. Some people may remember the wonderful episode about dealing with Uncertainty we did way back in 2020 with  GP, Primary Care Educator and Author Dr Avril Danczak. It was such an important episode in our careers and I know helped many others. We wanted to share the news that Avril is doing brilliant podcasting work with the ever pragmatic Professor James McCormack. Their podcast Contented clinician, people may have already found, but we thought it would be useful to post one here to signpost listeners to their good work. Welcome to Episode 6 of The Contented Clinician Podcast! Dr Avril Danczak and Professor James McCormack created The Contented Clinician Podcast to help clinicians find more joy and satisfaction in your practice by blending a collective of real-world experience, common sense, and the best available evidence. So, if you're looking to make your clinical practice more fulfilling and sustainable, join us and our inspiring network of clinicians as we explore new perspectives and effective strategies to reshape the way you think about your work. The Case: Dr. Ashville is currently training to become a family physician. One day, they receive a phone call from a frustrated patient named Jane Brown. Jane had received a message stating: “As your cardiovascular risk is now 10%, it is recommended you take a statin medication.” She is upset because no one had a proper conversation with her about starting a new prescription. Her main concern is: “How likely am I to actually benefit from this treatment? Is it really worth it?” Dr. Ashville realizes they had simply been following a protocol and isn't entirely sure how to answer Jane's question. Wanting to better understand how to provide more balanced information, Dr. Ashville decides to discuss the issue with the clinician supervising their medical education. Resources: GP Evidence: https://gpevidence.org/   James McCormack: Doing statistics can be difficult but understanding them can be fairly simple: https://www.sensible-med.com/p/doing-statistics-can-be-difficult ___ We really want to make these episodes relevant and helpful: if you have any questions or want any particular areas covered then contact us on Twitter @PCKBpodcast, or leave a comment on our quick anonymous survey here: https://pckb.org/feedback Email us at: primarycarepodcasts@gmail.com ___ This podcast has been made with the support of GP Excellence and Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. Given that it is recorded with Greater Manchester clinicians, the information discussed may not be applicable elsewhere and it is important to consult local guidelines before making any treatment decisions.  The information presented is the personal opinion of the healthcare professional interviewed and might not be representative to all clinicians. It is based on their interpretation of current best practice and guidelines when the episode was recorded. Guidelines can change; To the best of our knowledge the information in this episode is up to date as of it's release but it is the listeners responsibility to review the information and make sure it is still up to date when they listen. Dr Lisa Adams, Dr Sara MacDermott and their interviewees are not liable for any advice, investigations, course of treatment, diagnosis or any other information, services or products listeners might pursue as a result of listening to this podcast - it is the clinicians responsibility to appraise the information given and review local and national guidelines before making treatment decisions. Reliance on information provided in this podcast is solely at the listeners risk. The podcast is designed to be used by trained healthcare professionals for education only. We do not recommend these for patients or the general public and they are not to be used as a method of diagnosis, opinion, treatment or medical advice for the general public. Do not delay seeking medical advice based on the information contained in this podcast. If you have questions regarding your health or feel you may have a medical condition then promptly seek the opinion of a trained healthcare professional.

The Verdict with Pastor John Munro Podcast

Are you content? Being contented does not mean that you don't have ambitions or future plans, but that you are at peace with present circumstances. Why is contentment important? And why can it be so difficult for us?

Avizandum with Pastor John Munro

Are you content? Being contented does not mean that you don't have ambitions or future plans, but that you are at peace with present circumstances. Why is contentment important? And why can it be so difficult for us?

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS
Episode 9: Medication checkups can be good for patients and make you feel more contented

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2025 72:52


THE CASE It is Friday, the end of a long and busy week and a sunny weekend is calling you. Your tasks this afternoon includes seeing some patients who have complex comorbidity and have been booked in for medication reviews. Next up is a longstanding patient, aged 76 who is on 14 different medication, for […]

Business Is Boring
The AI tool that turns conversations into action

Business Is Boring

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 54:18


What if your meetings, interviews, or coaching sessions could turn themselves into structured insights, ready-to-go content, or instant action points? That's what Contented AI - a Christchurch-based startup led by Lucy Pink and Hannah Hardy-Jones - is building. In this episode, we talk about the journey from early idea to functioning product, bootstrapping vs raising, building with intention from Aotearoa, and how the Contented team has carved out a distinctive wedge in the AI space. We also dig into what it means to build a tool that listens and suggests - not just takes notes - and how their users are shaping what comes next. Join us for a conversation about product-market fit, AI possibility, founder grit, and building global software that still feels human. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pillar of Truth: Radio Podcast
A Sober Warning to the Worldly Contented, Part 2 | Salvation for the Worldly

Pillar of Truth: Radio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025


Where is your heart with regard to worldly desires? Travis continues to exposit Jesus's cautionary teaching on our tendency to make the world's priorities ours. He looks at Christ's caution to the worldly rich and anyone else who seeks for worldly wealth. Do you recognize the hold worldly riches and desires have on your life? Do you realize, that the way you… The post A Sober Warning to the Worldly Contented, Part 2 | Salvation for the Worldly appeared first on Pillar of Truth Radio.

Pillar of Truth: Radio Podcast
A Sober Warning to the Worldly Contented, Part 1 | Salvation for the Worldly

Pillar of Truth: Radio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025


Do you strive to do God's will or your own? Travis focuses on the Woes section that immediately follows Luke's recording of the beatitudes. Many Christians are very familiar the beatitudes and attempt to apply them to their lives. But they skip over the woes section thinking these don't pertain to them. Do you know the woes that Jesus speaks of in… The post A Sober Warning to the Worldly Contented, Part 1 | Salvation for the Worldly appeared first on Pillar of Truth Radio.

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS
Episode 8: Knowing the evidence and limitations/benefits of screening programmes can make you more contented

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 68:06


THE CASE You have just seen James aged 37 about an ankle sprain. He says he also wants to ask about an exercise test. He has just got a new job and the company have offered him a cut price “Private medical well man appointment which includes tests that your own GP doesn't do including […]

Today Daily Devotional

I have learned the secret of being content in . . . every situation . . . whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength. — Philippians 4:12-13 The apostle Paul was someone who followed the Lord as his shepherd through dark valleys of persecution and danger as well as to heights of church growth as new followers of Jesus became part of the Lord's flock. Paul wrote this declaration of trust and contentment in a letter to Christian friends while he was in prison. He recognized the Lord's presence and provision through the gifts of other believers who supported him and shared in his troubles. Paul found that he could rejoice. He could give thanks. He could be content because he was not alone in his suffering. He experienced the pursuing grace and mercy of God through the support of other Jesus-followers. When he received news of God's continued work, that fed his soul. In his posture of gratitude Paul was bolstered by recounting God's continued goodness and mercy to him. And that led to contentment. Paul was assured that the shepherd who always led and guided him would continue to do so. Paul's testimony reminds us that the words of Psalm 23 are more than a beautiful word picture. They are a bold witness to the shepherd who supplies what we need when we need it most—and in ways that may be confusing to people who do not yet follow him. How has the Lord your shepherd surprised you with his provision and care lately? Lord, may we too learn to be content in any situation, that we may testify to your gracious care for us. Amen.

Living Hope Church - Athens, GA
"The Contented Life" | Psalms PT 2 | Pastor Dr. David Holt

Living Hope Church - Athens, GA

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2025 43:13


"The Contented Life" | Psalms 131 | Pastor Dr. David Holt | Sunday, June 1, 2025

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS
Episode 6: Presenting balanced information about benefits and harms to patients makes you more contented

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 68:40


THE CASE Dr Ashville is training to be a family physician and gets a phone call from a disgruntled patient called Jane Brown. She got a message saying “As your Cardiovascular risk is now 10% it is recommended you take a statin medication”. She is a bit cross she didn't get a proper conversation about […]

Daily Devo
Contented

Daily Devo

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 2:02


Today's Word for the Day is "Contented." If you listen to Word for the Day on audio and have never checked out the video, you can do so on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/@fbmmediastudios. To receive your Word for the Day by e-mail, go to http://fbmaryville.org/wordfortheday to sign up.

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS
Episode 5: Does spending the right amount of time on lifestyle advice make clinicians more contented?

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 76:10


THE CASE Nurse J and advanced nurse practitioner and Dr A are taking a short coffee break and discussing the management of lifestyle issues in their mixed practice. Many of their patients are living in poverty, with a lot of patients having Long Term Conditions. They feel under pressure from health service management to push […]

The Family Discipleship Podcast
Marriage: Raising Future Husbands, Wives, and Contented Singles

The Family Discipleship Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 34:13


Adam Griffin, Chelsea Griffin, and Cassie Bryant have a conversation about raising kids to be Christlike singles and spouses.Questions Covered in This Episode:Would anything be different if we had some forward thinking goals for what we are raising our children to be?What are practical ways to teach boys to be Christlike husbands and fathers? Same for girls?How are you raising girls to know whether a man is a “good man”?What role does modeling play in this?What is a contented single?Why is it important to raise children with a biblical perspective on marriage and singleness?How can parents instill respect for biblical manhood and womanhood without reinforcing cultural stereotypes?How do you value the single people in your church?Resources Mentioned in this Episode:1 Corinthians 7, Ephesians 5 Sponsors:To learn more about our sponsors please visit our website.Follow Us:Instagram | Facebook | TwitterOur Sister Shows:Knowing Faith | Tiny TheologiansThe Family Discipleship Podcast is a podcast of Training the Church. For ad-free episodes and more content check out our Patreon. Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.

On the Brink with Andi Simon
Organizations Must Embrace Human-Centric Design

On the Brink with Andi Simon

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 36:20


In today's rapidly evolving workplace, the disconnect between people and their work has never been more apparent—or more urgent to address. That's why I was thrilled to welcome Brent Kedzierski, a renowned expert on the future of work and human-centric design, to the On the Brink podcast. Brent's mission is clear: to improve the human condition at work, one experience at a time. With more than 35 years of experience—including as Head of Learning Strategy and Innovation at Shell—he brings unique insight into why digital transformation fails, how people resist change, and what organizations can do to rebuild engagement and purpose. The Future Is Human—And Already Here As William Gibson reminds us, “The future is already here. It's just not widely distributed yet.” Brent feels the same way. People often assume technology is the answer to productivity and innovation—but without human adoption and emotional investment, it falls flat. In fact, 90% of digital transformation initiatives fail, not because the technology is flawed, but because people aren't prepared to embrace it. Why? Because humans are fallible, social, adaptable—and resistant to change without a clear purpose. It is that clear purpose that seems to be the hardest thing to get agreement on. Without focus, people wander all over, creating meaning when there is none. Understanding the Human Condition at Work Brent grew up in Pittsburgh, a city built on industry. Watching his family work in steel mills, he developed a fascination with why people work the way they do. That question still drives him. At Shell, he led global initiatives using simulations, virtual reality, and HR analytics to optimize human performance—but found again and again that vendors focused on tech, not people. In every successful transformation, Brent starts by understanding the human experience. As he puts it, people need: A reason to believe change is useful Tools that are easy to use Proof that change offers a relative advantage Compatibility with their current reality These four principles make up 80% of successful adoption. Engagement only happens when people see, feel, and believe that something will make their work—and their lives—better. And, trust me, if they don't “see it” they have no idea what you are talking about. What Is Human-Centric Work Design? Human-centricity isn't new. Since the 1950s, design theorists have argued for putting people at the center of systems. But Brent takes this further by introducing the Human Experience Model, which maps out the full work journey: Expectations – What workers anticipate about a task. Experience – What actually happens when they perform it. Adaptation – How they adjust in real time. Reflection – What they take away and how it shapes future behavior. When organizations ignore this model, they create what Brent calls “experience debt”—inefficiencies, stress, and disengagement that build up over time. As Brent said, “People only change when they see the value and feel a sense of urgency. Without that, even the best-designed systems fall apart.” Health, Wellness, and the Cost of Disconnected Work The toll of misaligned work isn't just emotional—it's physical and economic. Brent notes that 70% of all primary care visits today are stress-related. Poor workplace design contributes to chronic conditions, burnout, and even work-related suicide. He reminds us: “Contented cows give better milk”—in other words, healthy, supported humans produce better outcomes. Organizations that invest in worker wellness—clear communication, psychological safety, autonomy, and purpose—see higher engagement and productivity. And they reduce the enormous costs of turnover, illness, and missed opportunities. Watch the video of our podcast here. Lessons from the Field Brent shared powerful case studies, including one at Shell where digital procedures on iPads replaced outdated paper manuals. Initially resisted by veteran operators, the new system became a hit—not because it was faster, but because it gave workers a voice. Their field notes were finally visible to others, prompting action. In another project, avatars in a virtual training module used thoughtful communication techniques. The surprising feedback from Gen Z trainees? “I wish my supervisor talked to me like the avatar does.” What Comes Next? As we wrapped, Brent offered a teaser: the rise of AI and the flood of data pose a new challenge. By 2026, 90% of online content is expected to be AI-generated. Yet 80% of the data companies create today is never used again—a growing source of digital waste. To navigate this future, we must design systems that balance tech innovation with human needs. Brent calls this the move from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0—where technology elevates, not replaces, people. The Takeaway: See, Feel, Think—Then Change As a corporate anthropologist, I urge clients to change only after seeing what's going on and feeling how it impacts people. Brent's insights reinforce that truth: transformation isn't about adopting the newest tool. It's about designing work that empowers humans to thrive. Let's rethink what work really is. Not a place, not a task, but a shared human experience. Listen + Subscribe: Available wherever you get your podcasts—Apple, Spotify, Stitcher, YouTube, and more. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and share with someone navigating their own leadership journey. Reach out and contact us if you want to see how a little anthropology can help your business grow.  Let's Talk! From Observation to Innovation, Andi Simon, PhD CEO | Corporate Anthropologist | Author Simonassociates.net Info@simonassociates.net @simonandi LinkedIn  

When the Facts Change
An AI-powered startup

When the Facts Change

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 33:30


Bernard Hickey talks to the co-founders of Christchurch-based AI start-up, Contented. Lucy Pink and Hannah Hardy-Jones tell their story from meeting over coffee and jam, to working with US news publishers to turn live-streamed council meetings into news articles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS
Episode 3: How clinicians can manage their anxiety about litigation complaints and become more contented

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 65:23


Show notes THE CASE M is a hard-working clinician in primary care aiming for high professional standards; they passed all their exams at medical school and post grad training, and continue to engage in regular CPD. To their surprise, medicine in practice seems to get more and more difficult as time goes on. Many patients […]

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS
Episode 3: How clinicians can manage their anxiety about litigation complaints and become more contented

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025


Show notes THE CASE M is a hard-working clinician in primary care aiming for high professional standards; they passed all their exams at medical school and post grad training, and continue to engage in regular CPD. To their surprise, medicine in practice seems to get more and more difficult as time goes on. Many patients […]

2BCMV
Holy Marriages and Contented Lives

2BCMV

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 58:34


Hebrews 13:4-6Joshua York

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS
PREMIERE EPISODE 1: The Contented Clinician

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 60:08


THE CASE A 40 y/o, or so, primary health care provider who enjoys taking care of patients and has been working hard for the last 12 years they want to make their practice less frustrating, more interesting, more rewarding. Welcome to the premiere episode of The Contented Clinician Podcast! We’re excited to introduce you to […]

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS
Episode 2: How clinicians can manage their workload and become more contented

Best Science Medicine Podcast - BS without the BS

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 67:07


THE CASE Mrs P is aged 56 and has Type 2 Diabetes. Her HBA1c has reduced from 69 (8.5) to 58 (7.5) and her SBP has been reduced from 150 to 135. Her GP gets this discharge summary: Mrs P had surgery for a bowel obstruction caused by adhesions from a previous hysterectomy 5 years […]

Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee
How To Change Your Habits, Achieve Your Goals & Live A Contented Life with Sahil Bloom #517

Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 123:52


In a world seemingly obsessed with financial success, what does it truly mean to be wealthy? And what if the path to a more meaningful life has less to do with what we earn and more to do with how we live?   Today's guest is Sahil Bloom, successful entrepreneur and online creator who shares insights on living a more intentional life with millions all over the world through his newsletter, ‘The Curiosity Chronicle'. In his brand-new book, The Five Types of Wealth: A Transformative Guide to Design Your Dream Life, he aims to help us build a happier, healthier, wealthier life by changing our habits and redefining our goals.   In today's conversation, you'll discover: The Five Types of Wealth framework - how Time, Social, Mental, Physical, and Financial wealth interact to create true prosperity in your life The power of the "Life Razor" - a simple yet effective decision-making tool that helps you stay aligned with your values and make better life choices How to build meaningful relationships - including the concept of ‘darkest hour friends' and why authentic connections are crucial for wellbeing The truth about external validation and Sahil's journey from chasing financial success to finding genuine fulfilment The importance of daily appreciation - including why expressing gratitude to loved ones is crucial for maintaining strong relationships Strategies for intentional living - so you can design your life around what truly matters  The real meaning of work-life harmony - helping you understand how different seasons of life require different approaches to balance Throughout the conversation, Sahil emphasises that our answers often already lie within us - we just need to ask the right questions. His message is clear: we can all create lives of genuine wealth through intentional choices and meaningful connections and this conversation is full of practical wisdom to help you design your own life around what truly matters.   Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. This January, try FREE for 30 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore. For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com.   Thanks to our sponsors: http://www.vivobarefoot.com/livemore https://drinkag1.com/livemore   Show notes https://drchatterjee.com/517   DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

The Busy Mom
Face Forward: Secrets to a Contented Life

The Busy Mom

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 46:02


Are you struggling to be content in your life?  You're not alone. It's easy to turn inward when we're frustrated. It's easy to become self-focused — but God would have us be outward-focused. Listen in as I share some secrets of living a life of contentment.  Not Consumed: Helping your family grow in faith so you are Not Consumed by life. Head to notconsumed.com/heidi to download the FREE 5 day family Bible study to build hope and purpose into your home! Use coupon code HEIDI for 15% off your entire purchase.  Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/face-forward-secrets-contented-life

Dufresne Ministries Podcast
Comfortable Vs. Contented | Pat Harrison | Ladies Conference 2024 | Thursday AM

Dufresne Ministries Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 67:16