Podcasts about Contentment

Scott Shull + Panel What does it look like to experience the peace of Jesus when life doesn't go according to plan? In this conversation, Scott Shull leads a panel through real stories of stress, worry, need, abundance, disappointment, and victory. Different stories and different circumstances—but the same invitation: learning to trust Jesus in all of it. TEXT: Philippians 4:11–13 ⸻ Stay Connected: Give: https://theecho.churchcenter.com/giving Online Service: Sundays 9 AM (YouTube & Facebook Live) Connect: https://theecho.churchcenter.com/people/forms/113001 Instagram: @wearetheechochurch #EchoChurch #ChristianSermon #FaithGrowth #BibleTeaching

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"Success is satisfaction with what you are and have."In this episode of The Quest for Success Podcast, Jam and Dylan Pathirana sit down with Buddhist monk Ven Thalpavila Kusalagnana for a profound conversation on success, happiness, mindfulness, and what it actually means to live a meaningful life.Ven Thalpavila Kusalagnana explores the Buddhist view of gain, loss, praise and blame, and why success should be defined as satisfaction rather than accumulation. He walks us through three ways to understand yourself, mindfulness, virtue and wisdom, and explains the difference between healthy goals and the kind of craving and clinging that leads to suffering. He also addresses a common misconception directly: that Buddhism rejects wealth or success. Instead, he explains the principle of right livelihood, earning and living in an ethical way rather than a harmful one.The conversation moves into some of life's hardest questions. What does it mean to truly understand that everything, our bodies, our minds, our relationships, is temporary? How do you stay steady through the eight worldly conditions of gain and loss, praise and blame, fame and disrepute, pleasure and pain? Ven Thalpavila Kusalagnana offers practical wisdom on fear, failure and authenticity, and speaks candidly about how Buddhist principles intersect with modern mental health challenges, including stress, depression, anxiety and overthinking.He also shares a simple morning practice anyone can start today, guidance on choosing good people, good thoughts and good habits, and how to begin approaching Buddhism as a practical way to overcome suffering, regardless of religious background.This is one of the most reflective and genuinely useful conversations we've had on the show. Sometimes the deepest wisdom is also the simplest.What we cover:The Buddhist view of gain, loss, praise and blameSuccess defined as satisfaction rather than accumulationThree ways to understand yourself: mindfulness, virtue, wisdomHealthy goals versus craving and clingingWealth, lay disciples, and why Buddhism does not reject successRight livelihood and earning in an ethical wayWanting things while accepting their temporary natureThe impermanence of body, mind and relationshipsThe eight worldly conditions and staying steady through changeWhat a good life looks like in BuddhismWhat a trained mind notices that an untrained mind missesA simple morning practice for lay peopleChoosing good people, good thoughts and good habitsFear, failure and being authentic in interviews and workBuddhism, mental health, stress, depression and anxietyOverthinking, OCD, and not feeding unnecessary thoughtsLetting go after breakups and other lossesHow to begin exploring Buddhism and what it means to be a good humanBuddhism as a practical way to overcome sufferingSome of our favourite quotes:"Success is satisfaction with what you are and have." "Being content with your thoughts and actions is success.""Understand that all things are temporary." Chapters:00:00 The Buddhist view of gain, loss, praise, and blame03:02 Success defined as satisfaction rather than accumulation06:26 Three ways to understand yourself: mindfulness, virtue, wisdom08:35 Healthy goals versus craving and clinging10:46 Wealth, lay disciples, and why Buddhism does not reject success12:47 Right livelihood and earning in a harmful versus ethical way15:35 Wanting things while accepting their temporary nature17:15 Impermanence of body, mind, and relationships20:35 The eight worldly conditions and staying steady through change22:04 What a good life looks like in Buddhism25:53 What a trained mind notices that an untrained mind misses30:35 A simple morning practice for lay people33:10 Choosing good people, good thoughts, and good habits34:42 Fear, failure, and being authentic in interviews and work38:13 Buddhism, mental health, stress, depression, and anxiety42:15 Overthinking, OCD, and not feeding unnecessary thoughts44:30 Letting go after breakups and other losses45:48 How to begin Buddhism and what it means to be a good human48:15 Buddhism as a practical way to overcome suffering52:02 The one takeaway: be happy and live in this moment#QuestForSuccess #Buddhism #Mindfulness #Success #Happiness #Contentment #Impermanence #Wisdom #MentalHealth #Spirituality #LifeLessons #Podcast #Inspiration #SriLanka #MeditationFollow us on all your favourite platforms:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheQuestforSuccessPodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Quest-For-Success-Podcast/61560418629272/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thequestforsuccesspod/Twitter: https://x.com/quest4success_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-quest-for-successTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thequestforsuccesspodWebsite: www.thequestforsuccesspodcast.com Please share this around to anyone you think will get value from it : )

Every January, I take on a Contentment Challenge. 90 days of no shopping to reset my spending and my heart. This year, I've done something a little different. I turned it into a whole year-long practice. Today, I am recording live from the messy middle three quarters of the way through with what I've loved, what has been hard, and everything in-between. Resources from this episode: Dwell Bible App Discount The Contentment Challenge  Work and Play Episode 332 : Dwelling in Christ with Jon Bailey Work and Play Episode 093 : A Year of Contentment with Reagan Reynolds, Part 1 Work and Play Episode 094 : A Year of Contentment with Reagan Reynolds, Part 2 Burn Boot Camp  Make Wellness Peptides Philippians 4:11-13  Send Nancy an audio message! Visit my Amazon Cornerstore!  Join my email list!  Nancy Ray Website Nancy Ray on Instagram Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!

Topics: Breaking Animal News, Contentment, Worry, Loneliness, Relief BONUS CONTENT: Bible Study Follow-up   Quotes: "Small talk is an entry into relationship." "You really have to learn contentment." "It felt like a sweet nod from God." . . . Holy Ghost Mama Pre-Order! Want more of the Oddcast? Check out our website! Watch our YouTube videos here. Connect with us on Facebook!

In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna continues his commentary on overcoming the 5 hindrances as presented in the text "Following in the Buddha's Footsteps" by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Venerable Thubten Chodron. This section describes various methods for overcoming the hindrances to achieving shamatha, or samadhi. This episode was recorded on August 26th, 2026.Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve.  As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.  May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.

We live in a world that constantly tells us that more will make us happier—more money, more success, more possessions, and more recognition. But contentment is not about having everything we want; it is learning to be grateful for what God has already given us and trusting Him with what we don't have. The more we compare, strive, and chase "just a little bit more," the easier it becomes to overlook the blessings already in our hands. Contentment begins when we stop chasing what we don't have and start being grateful for what God has already placed in our hands.

Beginnings | Week 52 The Jewel of Contentment September 13, 2026 Pastor Dominick Farone 00:00 Praising the God who's near 11:53 Surrendering to the God who's Sovereign 24:29 The Suffering of Discontentment 31:31 The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment

What matters when we talk of the 3 Principles is not the words but the depth of feeling behind the words.  Our work is the outreach of one person's heart and soul to another's, a call to their wisdom, not a subject to learn.  We are not our thoughts; our thoughts are a reflection of the level of understanding from which we are creating them.  So the Principles point those who care about mental well-being to discourage indulging in self-analysis and long discussions about what's wrong with people or what isn't working for them.  The Principles lead us away from pity or commiseration and directly into the realization that the source of change is the power to think, not the content of our thoughts.  The Principles invite us to go before thought, to the infinite capacity we all have to create thoughts and to use the feelings thoughts generate within us as our guide to whether to act on them.  Contentment, peace of mind, creativity, hopefulness -- the positive feelings that bring us ease and joy in life -- are intrinsic to us, even when we're not in touch with them.  The Principles offer assurance that we cannot lose what we already have.Support the show

Topics: Fighting At Chucky Cheese, Sandwich Generation, Ask God To Be Teacher, Breaking Up, Burning Man, C.S. Lewis, Days of Thunder, NFL, Should Be Outlawed, Worry BONUS CONTENT: Breaking Up Follow-up, Fighting At Chucky Cheese Follow-up   Quotes: "You have no control when you're staring at your phone." "Worrying is fake control over the future." "Always pivot to thankfulness." "We have different visions for life." "Contentment is learned." . . . Holy Ghost Mama Pre-Order! Want more of the Oddcast? Check out our website! Watch our YouTube videos here. Connect with us on Facebook!

Join David Wollen as he explores what Scripture teaches about finding lasting contentment in Christ and why our deepest satisfaction is found not in what we have, but in knowing Jesus.

King Solomon had unmatched wealth, 3,000 proverbs, and all the pleasures mortality could buy—yet in the end, he wrestled with the haunting realization that worldly pursuits are nothing but "vanity of vanities." If you've ever felt cynical, burned out by work, or wondered where true purpose is found, the Wisdom Literature of the Old Testament holds the eternal answers you need. Summary: In this episode, we study Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon, examining the contrast between the actionable principles of Proverbs and the raw, existential realism of Ecclesiastes. Moving through practical daily adages, profound philosophical dilemmas, and ancient love poetry, we uncover what it truly means to "get wisdom" and build a life anchored in God. The Foundation of Knowledge: We analyze Proverbs 1–3, learning why the "fear of the Lord" is the true starting point of understanding, and what it means to trust God rather than leaning on our own limited perspective. Personified Wisdom: We explore the voice of "Mother Wisdom" (Sophia) in Proverbs 8–9, discovering her premortal presence alongside the Creator and her open invitation to feast at her table. The Strength of Womanhood: We deconstruct Proverbs 31, moving past cultural stereotypes to celebrate a woman of strength, entrepreneurship, wisdom, and charity who honors the Lord. The Preacher's Crisis: We walk through the "scriptural pessimism" of Ecclesiastes 1–11, testing pleasure, wealth, popularity, and intellectual accomplishment to see why none of them can satisfy the eternal soul. A Time for Every Purpose: We study the rhythmic seasons of life in Ecclesiastes 3, finding peace in the Swedish concept of lagom ("just the right amount") and learning to do our daily homework while leaving the exam grades to God. The Whole Duty of Man: We arrive at the climax of Ecclesiastes 12:13—"Fear God, and keep his commandments"—and discover how the Song of Solomon points our deepest devotions toward the pure love of Jesus Christ. Call-to-Action: In Proverbs 3:5–6, we are invited to acknowledge God in all our ways so He can direct our paths. In what area of your life are you currently tempted to lean on your own understanding instead of trusting the Lord? Share your thoughts and favorite proverbs in the comments below! To keep your spiritual foundations deep and "Unshaken," please like, subscribe, and share this video! Chapter Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction to Proverbs 9:34 The Beginning of Wisdom (chp. 1-2) 21:36 Trust in the Lord (3) 36:03 Choosing the Right Woman (4-5) 45:23 Ants, Deadly Sins, & Rivers of Fire (6-7) 59:29 Sophia as Mother in Heaven (8) 1:16:17 Wisdom Compared to Foolishness (10-12) 1:29:14 Riches, Pride, Goals, Children, & Strife (13-15) 1:44:11 Hearts, Highways, Self-Discipline, Friends, & Fools (16-18) 1:57:58 Gifts, Loans, Parenting, Wine, Work, & Deep Water (19-20) 2:12:41 Peace, Generosity, Consecration, & Conservatism (21-22) 2:22:54 Deceitful Meat, Alcoholism, Adversity, & Sweetness (23-24) 2:34:40 Hot Coals & Cold Water, to Mock or Not to Mock (25-27) 2:48:53 Wickedness, Repentance, Leadership, & Contentment (28-30) 2:59:17 A Virtuous Woman (31) 3:23:00 Introduction to Ecclesiastes 3:35:51 All Is Vanity 3:48:23 To Everything There Is a Season 3:56:24 No Escape from the Grave 4:03:23 Open Your Ears More than Your Mouth 4:12:09 What's the Point? 4:23:07 No Labor in the Grave 4:33:46 The Conclusion of the Whole Matter 4:39:30 Song of Solomon 4:46:37 A Song of Love 5:01:22 Fair as the Moon, Clear as the Sun 5:07:00 Conclusion

Click here to receive today's free gift on the Radio Page Pain and Providence – Pain and chronic illness can erode your joy like acid and can lead you to question God and his power. Join Joni in taking a close look at what the Bible says about pain and the sovereign providence of God. Use the coupon code: RADIOGIFT for free shipping! *Limit one copy per person* --------Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org. Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

In Week 5 of the Good News series, Pastor Jason Britt walks through 1 Corinthians 7 to tackle four major questions surrounding marriage and singleness. Whether you are married, single, widowed, or divorced, your relationship status may describe your season, but it does not define your life. Discover how shifting your central life question from "What's best for me?" to "What honors God?" reshapes your identity, covenant commitment, and daily calling.  

Ella Langley's country song "Be Her" describes a woman who seems to have it all figured out — grounded, secure, at peace — and an aching desire to become her. At first blush it sounds like a song about envying someone else. Yet, the lyrics aren't describing another woman; Langley sings about the version of herself she wishes she could become. In this episode, we use that ache as a lens on one of the sneakiest idols we build: not comparing ourselves to an influencer or a stranger, but to an idealized version of ourselves. It's a "her" that stays just out of reach. We talk about why that chase can never actually deliver peace, what Scripture says about being transformed into an image that isn't self-made. To have this kind of ache is human, but there's only one place the ache can be cured. Key Scripture references: 1 Samuel 16:7 (man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart) Romans 12:2 (do not be conformed, but transformed) 2 Corinthians 3:18 (being transformed into his image, from one degree of glory to another) Colossians 3:3 (your life is hidden with Christ in God) Ephesians 2:10 (we are his workmanship) Discussion questions for listeners / community: If you pictured your idealized self right now, what would she look like? What is she doing that you're not? What peace or security do you think "becoming her" would actually give you? Name it specifically. Where have you been conforming to a self-made image instead of letting yourself be transformed? What would it look like this week to bring your ache for peace directly to God instead of to another round of self-improvement? A note on the source material: This episode discusses themes and reported artist commentary about Ella Langley's song "Be Her" (from her 2026 album Dandelion) but does not reproduce song lyrics. Listeners are encouraged to listen to the song themselves for the full experience. Links: Join our next 40-Day Journey here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge Check out Heather's books on body image, aging, and comparison here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/books-for-christian-women-body-image Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode, David Wollen explores where Christian contentment begins and how we can cultivate it through the ups and downs of life.

At the root of much anxiety is the fear that something valuable will be taken away—our possessions, security, plans, or future. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that true peace cannot be found in what we own, but in the God who owns everything and graciously provides for His people.God does not bless us merely so that we can accumulate more. He desires willing conduits through whom His gifts can flow to others and His Kingdom work can advance. When we recognize that everything we have comes from Him and exists for His glory, fear begins to loosen its grip.Dr. Youssef explains that fear and faith cannot rule the heart at the same time. Jesus taught that worry exposes the places where we struggle to trust God. Yet because God is perfectly loving, faithful, just, and sovereign, His children can rest in His character even when circumstances feel uncertain.Worry focuses on what might be lost. Contentment focuses on what can never be taken away: the presence of God, the promises of Christ, and the glory that awaits His people. As we lose ourselves in obedience and the proclamation of the Gospel, God offers a peace this world cannot manufacture—a peace that remains even in life's fiercest storms.Let us pray.Lord Jesus, I know worry doesn't add anything good to my life, so help me turn from fear and instead exercise faith. Fill me with Your peace. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

What if you have been a philanthropist your whole life and just didn't know it? In this episode of Someone Gets Me, Dianne A. Allen redefines what philanthropy actually means, tracing it back to its Greek root as the love of humanity. She makes the case that gifted and neurodivergent people, with their natural impulsivity, deep empathy, and drive to connect and contribute, are philanthropists by nature, not by net worth. She invites us to look honestly at how we steward our time, our talent, and our treasure in service of the people and the world around us. Because your smile, your insight, your presence, and your willingness to sit with someone in their pain are creating a ripple effect far greater than you will ever fully know. If you have ever ruled yourself out of the philanthropist category because you don't have millions to give, this episode is here to change that.   Watch the Someone Gets Me Podcast – Philanthropy Doesn't Take Millions   Did you enjoy this episode? Subscribe to the channel, tap the notification bell, and leave a comment!   You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.   How to Connect with Dianne A. Allen   Dianne A. Allen, MA is an intuitive mentor, speaker, author, ambassador, hope agent, life catalyst, and the CEO and Founder of Visions Applied. She has been involved in personal and professional development and mental health and addiction counseling. She inspires people in personal transformation through thought provoking services from speaking and podcasting to individual intuitive mentoring and more. She uses her years of experience coupled with years of formal education to blend powerful, practical, and effective strategies and tools for success and satisfaction. She has authored several books, which include How to Quit Anything in 5 Simple Steps - Break the Chains that Bind You, The Loneliness Cure, A Guide to Contentment, 7 Simple Steps to Get Back on track and Live the Life You Envision, Daily Meditations for Visionary Leaders, Hope Realized, and Where Do You Fit In?   Website: https://msdianneallen.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianne_a_allen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/msdianneallen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianneallen/# Twitter: https://x.com/msdianneallen   Check out Dianne's new book, Care for the Neurodivergent Soul. https://a.co/d/cTBSxQv   Visit Dianne's Amazon author page. https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0F7N457KS   You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect. https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/   For a complimentary “Get to Know You” 30-minute call: https://visionsapplied.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=4017868   Join our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/someonegetsme   Follow Dianne's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/msdianneallen   Email contact: dianne@visionsapplied.com   Dianne's Mentoring Services: https://msdianneallen.com/    

In today's talk, we learnt that God calls us to a life that is fully rested in Jesus but strongly driven for His glory.MADE A DECISION TO FOLLOW JESUS?We're excited about your decision and would love to serve you.Kindly let us know at: http://bit.ly/NOWHOMEABOUT SYCAMORE CHURCHSycamore Church exists to help you see Jesus beyond the noise of the world, find purpose and meaning in life, and live life to the full.Learn more at app.sycamore.church or connect with us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/sycamore_church

In the first century B.C., Roman historian Sallust observed, “Prosperity tries the souls, even of the wise.”Most of us would probably choose financial prosperity over adversity. Yet both seasons bring their own spiritual challenges.When things are going well financially, it can be tempting to take credit for our success. Pride, greed, and self-reliance can quietly take root. Financial hardship brings different temptations—self-pity, bitterness, envy, or fear.Scripture offers a better way. Christians are called to live faithfully and with integrity regardless of their circumstances. And according to the Bible, the key to doing that in both prosperity and adversity is wisdom.The Beginning of WisdomProverbs 1:7 says, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.”Fearing the Lord does not mean living in dread of Him. It means recognizing that He is God and we are not. It is a posture of reverence toward His holiness, wisdom, and authority.God's commands are not arbitrary restrictions designed to make life difficult. They are loving boundaries given by the One who created us and knows what leads to life and flourishing. Like a loving parent who sets boundaries to protect a child, God directs us toward what is good.When we understand that, fearing the Lord becomes less about being afraid and more about growing in love, trust, and joyful obedience.And this wisdom is not reserved for the wealthy, successful, or especially intelligent. It is available to anyone who humbly listens to God and trusts His Word.The Fruit of Godly WisdomScripture describes many benefits of walking in wisdom.There is discernment. Proverbs 2:9 teaches that wisdom helps us understand “righteousness and justice and equity, every good path.”There is guidance. Proverbs 3:6 reminds us, “In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”There is blessing. Proverbs 3:13 says, “Blessed is the one who finds wisdom.”There is also honor and protection. Proverbs 3:35 says, “The wise will inherit honor,” while Proverbs 16:6 teaches that “by the fear of the Lord one turns away from evil.”These are not promises that wise people will always become financially prosperous. They are reminders that God's wisdom produces something far more valuable: a life increasingly shaped by truth, integrity, discernment, and faithfulness.Those qualities can take root whether your bank account is growing or shrinking.When We Reject WisdomScripture often contrasts the wise with the fool. That language is not intended as a petty insult but as a sober warning.Proverbs 12:15 says, “The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice.”Biblically speaking, foolishness is the attempt to live independently of God's wisdom—to determine for ourselves what is good, right, and worthy of pursuit.That temptation certainly appears in our financial lives.We may assume that because something makes financial sense, it must automatically be wise. We may pursue more money without asking what that pursuit is doing to our hearts. Or we may allow our circumstances to determine our attitude toward God.But His warnings are also invitations. God continually calls us back to a better way—a life shaped by His wisdom rather than our impulses.So what does that look like in our everyday financial decisions?See Money Through God's EyesFirst, remember who owns everything.Scripture teaches that everything ultimately belongs to God. We are stewards of what He has entrusted to us.That changes the goal of financial management. The ultimate objective is not simply to reach a certain bank balance, accumulate enough possessions, or achieve financial independence. It is to become increasingly faithful with whatever God places in our hands.Ask the Holy Spirit to shape your desires, guide your decisions, and help you use God's resources in ways that honor Him.Put Biblical Principles Into PracticeFinancial wisdom is more than knowing what Scripture says. It means putting biblical principles into practice.God's Word should shape not only what we do with money but also how we treat people along the way.That means practicing honesty and integrity, dealing fairly with others, keeping our commitments, and allowing the Holy Spirit to cultivate generosity and humility.A financially wise decision should not merely ask, “Will this benefit me?” It should also consider whether the decision reflects God's character and demonstrates love for others.Pursue ContentmentFinally, pursue contentment.Contentment grows as we learn to trust God with what we have, what we need, and what lies ahead.As we invite Him into our financial lives and depend increasingly on His provision, the Holy Spirit begins loosening our grip on comparison and the constant desire for more.That is why 1 Timothy 6:6 reminds us, “Godliness with contentment is great gain.”Contentment does not mean we stop planning, working, saving, or pursuing worthwhile goals. It means those things no longer determine our security or identity.Faithful in Prosperity and AdversityWhether you are walking through financial adversity or enjoying a season of prosperity, your circumstances do not change who God is.He remains faithful. His wisdom remains trustworthy. And His provision remains worthy of our confidence.True financial wisdom is not measured by how much we have. It is revealed in how faithfully we follow God with whatever He has entrusted to us.In every season—prosperity or adversity—the wisest path is the same: fear the Lord, trust His Word, and faithfully walk in His ways.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I inherited about $50,000, and a friend is encouraging me to use options trading to grow it faster. How does that compare with investing in more traditional mutual funds? Also, my late mother left $100 in a savings account that the bank says must go through probate. Does that make sense for such a small amount?My 75-year-old mother owns her home outright and is considering a reverse mortgage for extra income. She also co-signed a loan for my sister. Could that affect her ability to qualify?My wife has an inherited IRA from her father and a separate 401(k) from a former employer. Can those accounts be combined, and what's the best way to use them for retirement income?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)FaithFi Field Guide: How Much Money is Enough? Our Ultimate Treasure: A 21-Day Journey to Faithful Stewardship by Rob WestWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every weekday at (800) 525-7000. 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If you're someone who has a lot to do, a lot of ambition, and a system that never quite feels like enough - this episode is for you. I sat down with Mike Vardy, productivity strategist and author of the new book Productiveness, to talk about something most productivity content completely misses: the person behind the system.Mike has spent decades in this space - from life hacker contributor to managing editor of LifeHack, to building his own framework called time crafting. And this conversation gets into the territory I find most interesting - not what system to use, but who you need to be to use it well.✳️ Productiveness vs productivity - Mike draws a sharp distinction between the two. Productivity has come to mean speed and volume. Productiveness, the older word, means being in a state of producing - without sacrificing quality for quantity.✳️ The nine principles of productiveness - Mike walks through the principles at the heart of his new book: humanness, grace, nuance, cadence, prudence, trust, will, efficacy, and tolerance. These aren't things you check off a list - they're ongoing states that, when practised together, create a genuinely productive person rather than just a busy one.✳️ Why your system isn't the problem - you are - The tools, frameworks, and methods are only as good as the human running them. As Bob puts it: if you parachuted Gary Vaynerchuk's system into someone else's life, it would collapse in a week. Productiveness starts with understanding what you bring to the equation, not copying someone else's solution.Mike's Amplifiers✳️ Journal daily - Not a weekly review, just a daily practice. The calendar tells you where to be. The to-do list tracks the details. The journal tells the story - and that's where course correction actually happens.✳️ Walk regularly - Something about the kinetic motion of moving your body gets your thinking moving too. No agenda required. Just get outside.✳️ Invest in a good pen - This sounds quirky, but the point is real. When you write with something you value, what you put on the page feels like it matters. It raises the stakes of the moment - and for journaling especially, that changes everything.This episode is one of those conversations I'll come back to. Mike's book Productiveness is available now - and I'd encourage you to pick up a copy.If you're finding the show useful, please hit subscribe or follow wherever you listen. It helps more than you'd think.Timestamps00:00 - Introduction and why productivity matters01:39 - Welcome Mike Vardy02:24 - Who is Mike Vardy and what does he do03:09 - The new book: Productiveness - and what makes it different06:51 - Why systems need the right person inside them08:04 - The nine principles of productiveness: humanness, grace, nuance, cadence and more12:54 - Why you can't check these principles off a list13:32 - Accepting you'll never finish everything - and the grief that comes with that15:28 - Digital productivity systems and the problem of entropy17:09 - Paper vs digital: why Mike moves tasks to a physical list19:25 - The danger of optimising your system instead of using it21:33 - Urgent vs important - and why we keep getting it backwards24:17 - Fighting fires: the metaphor that's making your priorities worse24:44 - Mike Vardy's three amplifiers25:11 - Amplifier 1: journaling27:02 - Amplifier 2: walking27:02 - Amplifier 3: a really good pen29:23 - Contentment as the goal - not happiness29:48 - Closing reflections and where to find the bookMike Website : https://mikevardy.comMike's Book----Get your copy of my Personal Brand Business BlueprintIt's the FREE roadmap to starting, scaling or just fixing your expert business.www.amplifyme.agency/roadmap----Subscribe to my Youtube!! Follow on Instagram and Twitter @bobgentleJoin the Amplify Insiders Facebook Community : www.amplifyme.agency/insidersPlease take a second to rate this show in Apple Podcasts. ❤ It will mean a lot to me.

We are now ready to address the last of the Ten Commandments that God presented to Israel after He had miraculously delivered them from the slavery of their Egyptian captors. We have seen many important and guiding connections between these Commandments, each adding to what the previous ones had given. These connections were profoundly important to the nation of Israel, as they created a foundation for their civil laws. For Christians, we appreciate how Jesus elevated these Commandments to become a basis for our spiritual lives. As we now consider this final Commandment, “You shall not covet,” we will observe how it ties everything together for both Israel and the disciples of Christ. Coveting is the inward desire for what God has given to someone else—whether their life, relationships, status or success. Scripture shows that misplaced desire quietly grows into comparison and discontent, pulling our hearts away from gratitude, humility and trust in God's providence. The Tenth Commandment stands apart It addresses the unseen world of the heart. We explore how coveting begins subtly: admiring someone's life, envying their opportunities or longing for their relationships. These desires may seem harmless, but when left unchecked, they reshape how we see ourselves, how we treat others and how we relate to God. For Christians today, the Tenth Commandment's “coveting danger zones”—a neighbor's house, spouse, servants, ox, donkey and anything that belongs to your neighbor all represent successful aspects of our someone else’s life that our desire can easily be drawn to. Our danger lies in subtly drifting from appreciation to inappropriate longing. Coveting is ultimately a trust issue When we want what others have, we imply that God has not provided adequately for us. This inward shift can lead to jealousy, insecurity, pride—and even sin. The antidote is contentment: embracing the life, responsibilities and opportunities God has given us, while cultivating gratitude and humility. The Tenth Commandment invites us to examine our hearts honestly, redirect our desires toward godly pursuits and rest in the assurance that God's providence is intentional, wise and good. Key Takeaways • Coveting begins internally and quietly reshapes our desires. • Scripture identifies clear “danger zones” where coveting often appears. • Inappropriate desire leads to comparison, jealousy and spiritual harm. • Contentment and gratitude protect the heart from misplaced longing. • Trusting God's providence is the foundation for overcoming coveting.

In today's talk, we learnt that God calls us to a life that is fully rested in Jesus but strongly driven for His glory.MADE A DECISION TO FOLLOW JESUS?We're excited about your decision and would love to serve you.Kindly let us know at: http://bit.ly/NOWHOMEABOUT SYCAMORE CHURCHSycamore Church exists to help you see Jesus beyond the noise of the world, find purpose and meaning in life, and live life to the full.Learn more at app.sycamore.church or connect with us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/sycamore_church

In this episode, spiritual director John Bruna offers a clear presentation of antidotes to the five hindrances to shamatha meditation and our path of awakening. He speaks specifically to cultivating love and appreciation rather than attachment, as well as some key antidotes to deluded doubt, which is a tricky stumbling block on our path. This episode was recorded on August 19th, 2026.Welcome to the Way of Compassion Dharma Center Podcast. Located in Carbondale, Colorado, the Way of Compassion Dharma center's primary objective is to provide programs of Buddhist studies and practices that are practical, accessible, and meet the needs of the communities we serve.  As a traditional Buddhist center, all of our teachings are offered freely. If you would like to make a donation to support the center, please visit www.wocdc.org.  May you flourish in your practice and may all beings swiftly be free of suffering.

In “What Life Are You Building?”, Pastor Chrissy Cole teaches from 1 Timothy 6 about building a life that reflects Christ in public and in private. Paul's instructions challenge the church to reject false teaching, pursue contentment, fight the good fight of faith, guard the gospel, and place its hope in God rather than the uncertainty of wealth.Through four searching contrasts, this sermon asks whether we are building lives of comfort or discomfort, earthly wealth or eternal worship, self-indulgence or servanthood, and personal gain or generosity. Chrissy explains how correction produces maturity, why biblical knowledge should lead to humility and transformation, and how faithful generosity can draw others toward Jesus and bring glory to God. (00:00) - Building a Healthy Church (00:59) - Guarding the Gospel from False Teaching (07:53) - Honor and Order in 1 Timothy 6 (11:09) - When Knowledge Produces Pride (13:40) - Godliness with Contentment (15:07) - Fight the Good Fight of Faith (19:15) - Wealth, Generosity, and True Life (22:00) - Guard What God Entrusted to You (27:07) - Does Your Private Life Reflect Christ? (30:10) - What Life Are You Building? (30:37) - Comfort or Discomfort? (34:08) - Earthly Wealth or Eternal Worship? (37:35) - Self-Indulgence or Servanthood? (39:30) - Personal Gain or Generosity? (45:03) - Faithful to Christ and the Gospel

What if the very thing we have been searching for has been sitting in our own backyard all along? This message takes us back to the Garden of Eden, where Adam and Eve had everything they could ever need, yet the whisper of 'you need more' was enough to unravel it all. That same whisper echoes in our lives today, amplified by social media feeds and cultural pressure that keep us perpetually dissatisfied. Drawing from Genesis 3 and Matthew 6, we are invited to look honestly at the disease of discontentment and recognize it for what it truly is: a spiritual problem with deep roots. Jesus points us to the birds of the air and the lilies of the field not as a nature lesson, but as a profound reminder that our Father knows what we need and has already made provision. The question is whether we trust Him enough to rest in that truth today rather than chasing a version of contentment we imagine exists somewhere just beyond our reach.

What does it take to be content when life doesn't look the way you hoped? In Philippians 4:10–13, Paul reveals the secret to contentment. It isn't found in better circumstances or getting everything we want. It is found in Jesus. In this message, we'll learn what it means to grow in contentment, look to Christ as our true source of satisfaction, and lean on His strength in every circumstance. When Jesus is enough, we can be content wherever God has us.Welcome to Antioch Georgetown! We are a church in Georgetown, TX, and our mission is simple--We lead people to follow Christ in a life-changing way.Get Connected:

Believers need to appreciate God's provision so they will be content.The tenth commandment is unique. “You shall not covet” addresses the heart rather than an external action. Because coveting cannot be measured or punished by society, this commandment does not function as a curb on public behavior. Instead it serves as a mirror that exposes our inability to meet God's righteous standard and drives us to Christ.For the believer it becomes a window into the character of God. The Lord gives to each according to His sovereign will. Contentment is the positive side of the command: learning to appreciate and rest in what God has provided rather than longing for what He has given to others. True freedom is found not in acquiring more, but in trusting the good and sovereign Provider.Preached by Rodney Brown Jr. at Rhome Bible ChurchWebsite: https://www.rhomebible.org#Exodus #BibleTeaching #RhomeBibleChurch #Sermon #ChristianPodcast #BiblicalPreaching #GodsSovereignty #OldTestament #Faith #ImpartingTheWord #Reformed #ExpositionalPreaching #ExpositionalTeaching #TenCommandments #DoNotCovet #Contentment #TenthCommandment

Jesse Ingram continues our series in Proverbs looking at the sin of envy and finding our joy in Jesus

Cher shares a personal, faith-centered reflection on stewardship as a daily calling, with a focus on the home, family, and the ordinary things that shape a life. The episode argues that order matters more than hustle or cultural pressure, and that what God has placed in your hands should be managed with intention and joy. In this episode, Cher explains why she sees home management as a spiritual responsibility, how culture can distort priorities, and why keeping the main things first brings peace instead of chaos. Key topics Cher defines stewardship as a day-to-day calling, not a one-time achievement or a pursuit of perfection. She frames home as a real domain of stewardship, alongside roles like wife, mother, homeschooler, creator, and friend. Cher emphasizes that God is a God of order, and that chaos in one area often spills into other areas of life. She shares how becoming a wife and mother shifted her priorities and required her to rethink what belongs at the center of her life. Cher pushes back on cultural messaging that tells women to despise home life or place identity, hustle, or self-expression above family responsibilities. She uses nutrition as an analogy, comparing whole, ordered choices to “quick” options that create hidden burdens. Cher warns that discontentment grows when we focus on what we think we lost instead of what God has actually given us. She points to Proverbs 14:1 as a key scriptural lens: a wise woman builds her home, while folly tears it down. Cher says building a business, platform, or personal brand cannot come at the expense of marriage, parenting, or the care of the home. She closes with encouragement to obey what God has given each person to manage, trusting that peace follows obedience. Download the free guide: https://styleandstewardship.com/guide Timestamps 00:00 - Culture pulls your attention away from home 00:30 - Stewardship as a daily calling 00:50 - God blesses order, not chaos 01:38 - The Steward on Purpose Workbook and what's in your hands 02:27 - Cher's roles: wife, mother, homeschooler, creator, friend 03:31 - Stewarding home as a God-given responsibility 04:13 - Learning to be a wife through discipleship and grace 05:25 - Creativity, work, and using gifts in season 06:37 - New roles shift what belongs at the center 07:27 - Why old callings move to the periphery 08:17 - Order in creation and the danger of cultural pressure 09:06 - Why balance is less important than first things first 10:13 - The nutrition analogy: quick fixes versus what is good 11:28 - Why convenience often adds hidden burdens 12:46 - Exchanging good things for fast things 13:36 - Guarding against distraction and discontentment 14:47 - The enemy's goal: get your eyes outside your home 15:39 - Every home and household looks different 16:26 - Proverbs 14:1 and building instead of tearing down 17:12 - Business growth cannot outrank marriage and family 18:27 - Discerning what cultural messages point you toward 18:44 - Eve, temptation, and questioning God's goodness 19:54 - Refusing the side road culture wants you to take 20:19 - Stewardship as an ordered structure, not an opinion 20:53 - What you consume shapes your spiritual home 21:43 - Keeping first things first to hear from God clearly 22:31 - Obedience brings peace 23:43 - Culture changes, but God does not 24:10 - An invitation to review, share, and steward well   A wise woman builds her home.  Managing what matters most. What will you Steward well?

Those of us who played organized sports in school may remember a time when the race or game was not going well, and we just wanted to give up. For many of us, it was the shouts from the sidelines that kept us going. We could hear the coach shouting, “Keep going—you can do it!”In the same way the coach keeps the team going, Christ keeps us going and guides us home. We just have to learn to turn everything in our lives over to Him. In this message, Jill explains how we can learn to let God “coach” us and find contentment in every circumstance. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29?v=20251111

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IT'S HERE! Pre-Order the 4th installment of the Ashtown Burial Series at ashtownburials.com.In this episode, Douglas Wilson considers the tragedy surrounding Jason Arday and argues that DEI systems bear responsibility for promoting unqualified people, then looks at naugeo, “to make shipwreck,” in 1 Timothy 1:19 and reviews Jeremiah Burroughs's Contentment, Prosperity, and the Glory of God from the Puritan Treasures for Today series.For more from Doug, subscribe to Canon+: https://canonplus.com/  

Rev. Ando Mueller leads a retreat during the week of August 16, 2026 on the Scripture of the Buddha's Last Teaching. As the Buddha lay upon his death bed, he gave one final sermon to encourage his disciples, both monastic and lay, to persevere in their training and find the Truth for themselves. His very final words, "quickly seek your liberation, be a lamp unto yourself, always seek to get back on the path," remains a rallying cry to this day.  YouTube: https://youtu.be/_NJkl-a_IQc?list=PLefIv_SMkaxM7znyIQ1Rl2W6HfwL8d2YETwitter/X: @shastaabbeycontact: podcast@shastaabbey.org

Experiences with stress, depression, and anxiety are often paired with feelings of not measuring up or that you're not enough. However, feeling that you're lacking in some way is not limited to a mental health diagnosis; these feelings are actually very common and, unfortunately, they make our lives smaller. We're working on our Element of Enoughness in this episode, identifying Enoughness as an inner knowing that you are enough just as you are, with acceptance of where you are at this moment, without giving up on where you're headed. We'll start by identifying some obstacles to that knowing through two powerful research frameworks. The first is Dr. Jennifer Crocker's "contingencies of self-worth." This is the idea that we stake our self-esteem more heavily on certain domains than others, and when we do, our worth rises and falls with our performance in those areas.   The second framework is Drs. Paul Hewitt and Gordon Flett's three typologies of perfectionism: self-oriented (impossible standards for yourself), other-oriented (impossible standards for others), and socially-prescribed (believing others are demanding your perfection). Henry also names the common root for our feelings of not being enough: the fundamental fear of not belonging.  This is the start of our series on Enoughness, so be sure to stick with us for the next episodes as we talk about and gain skills related to having enough, doing enough, knowing enough, and being enough.   About: The Joy Lab Podcast is an Ambie-nominated podcast that blends science and soul to help you cope better with stress, anxiety, and depression. It's hosted by integrative psychiatrist Dr. Henry Emmons and holistic mental health researcher Dr. Aimee Prasek. The podcast is best paired with the Joy Lab App.   Bonus: spread some joy and keep this podcast ad-free by donating (Joy Lab is powered by the nonprofit Pathways North and your donations are tax-deductible).   Full transcript here   Sources and Notes for Our Element of Enoughness: Related Joy Lab Episodes:    Ep. 268: Humility Can Be Stressful... But Worth It for Mental Health  Ep. 273: How to Build Confidence (When You Don't Feel Confident Yet)  Bellam, S., Curran, T., Hill, A. P., & Stoeber, J. (2025). Perfectionism and work performance: A meta-analysis. https://doi.org/10.1111/joop.12570 Carver, C. S., Lawrence, J. W., & Scheier, M. F. (1999). Self-discrepancies and affect: Incorporating the role of feared selves. https://doi.org/10.1177/0146167299025007002  Crocker, J., & Park, L. E. (2004). The costly pursuit of self-esteem. https://doi.org/10.1037/0033-2909.131.3.392  Crocker, J., & Park, L. E. (2004). Reaping the benefits of pursuing self-esteem without the costs? Reply to Schmuck and Sheldon (2004), Sheldon et al. (2004), Pyszczynski et al. (2004), and Kernis (2004). https://doi.org/10.1037/0033-2909.130.3.430 Crocker, J., Karpinski, A., Quinn, D. M., & Chase, S. K. (2003). When grades determine self-worth: Consequences of contingent self-worth for male and female engineering and psychology majors. https://doi.org/10.1037/0022-3514.85.3.507 Crocker, J., & Wolfe, C. T. (2001). Contingencies of self-worth. https://doi.org/10.1037/0033-295X.108.3.593 Deci, E. L., & Ryan, R. M. (2004). Avoiding death or engaging life as accounts of meaning and culture: Comment on Pyszczynski et al. (2004). https://doi.org/10.1037/0033-2909.130.3.473 Freudenberger, H. J. (1974). Staff burn-out. Journal of Social Issues, 30(1), 159–165. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1540-4560.1974.tb00706.x  Harari, D., Swider, B. W., Bujold Steed, L., & Breidenthal, A. P. (2018). Is perfect good? A meta-analysis of perfectionism in the workplace. https://doi.org/10.1037/apl0000324 Hewitt, P. L., & Flett, G. L. (1991). Perfectionism in the self and social contexts: Conceptualization, assessment, and association with psychopathology. https://doi.org/10.1037/0022-3514.60.3.456 Higgins, E. T. (1987). Self-discrepancy: A theory relating self and affect. https://doi.org/10.1037/0033-295X.94.3.319 Joseph, S., & Linley, P. A. (2005). Positive adjustment to threatening events: An organismic valuing theory of growth through adversity. https://doi.org/10.1037/1089-2680.9.3.262 Kernis, M. H. (2005). Measuring self-esteem in context: The importance of stability of self-esteem in psychological functioning. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-6494.2005.00359.x Kirkpatrick, L. A., & Ellis, B. J. (2001). An evolutionary-psychological approach to self-esteem: Multiple domains and multiple functions. In G. J. O. Fletcher & M. S. Clark (Eds.), Blackwell handbook of social psychology: Interpersonal processes (pp. 411–436). Blackwell. Leary, M. R. (2000). Sociometer theory and the pursuit of relational value: Getting to the root of self-esteem. https://doi.org/10.1080/14792772043000045  Maslach, C. (1981). The measurement of experienced burnout. https://doi.org/10.1002/job.4030020205   Park, L. E., & Crocker, J. (2005). Attachment styles and contingencies of self-worth. https://doi.org/10.1177/0146167205277030 Pyszczynski, T., Greenberg, J., Solomon, S., Arndt, J., & Schimel, J. (2004). Why do people need self-esteem? https://doi.org/10.1037/0033-2909.130.3.435 Schaufeli, W. B., Leiter, M. P., & Maslach, C. (2009). Burnout: 35 years of research and practice. https://doi.org/10.1108/13620430910966406    Questions this episode was made for: Q: What does "you are enough" actually mean? Isn't that just an excuse to stop growing? A: Enoughness, as Joy Lab defines it, is the inner knowing that you are enough just as you are, with acceptance of where you are, without giving up on where you're headed. Enoughness is distinct from self-esteem (which rises and falls with performance) and is closer to unconditional self-worth; this episode explains the distinction and why believing you are enough actually makes you more open to genuine growth, not less.   Q: Why do I feel so driven to prove myself even when I know it's exhausting and not working? A: That's the contingencies of self-worth in action. When we stake our self-esteem on certain domains, we strive or perform not to learn or grow but to prove our worth; this episode explains the mechanism, its real costs, and why loosening those contingencies is not giving up on goals but can help free yourself from letting outcomes dictate your value.    Key moments: [00:00] Welcome to the brand new Element of Enoughness  [00:30] Opening fact: you are enough — and the Zen teaching Henry loves: "You're perfect as you are, and you could use a little improvement"  [01:00] Aimee's working definition: Enoughness is the inner knowing that you are enough just as you are, with acceptance of where you are, without giving up on where you're headed  [01:30] Contentment spiked with hope — Enoughness is not a ceiling, it's a foundation  [02:00] Why Enoughness is hard to define operationally — but viscerally familiar; we know what having it and lacking it feels like  [03:00] Henry: this topic lives in the conversation around scarcity and abundance — how much is enough is a question we don't give enough thought to  [03:30] Most of us carry on as though we don't have or aren't enough — striving, or feeling bad for what we think we lack  [04:00] The rare person who feels comfortable in their own skin: receives praise but doesn't need it — and stands out for it  [04:30] Four dimensions to explore: having enough, doing enough, knowing enough, and being enough  [06:00] Two key frameworks for the month: contingencies of self-worth (Dr. Jennifer Crocker) and typologies of perfectionism (Drs. Hewitt and Flett) [06:30] Contingencies of self-worth: we don't stake self-esteem equally on everything — certain domains carry more of our worth  [07:00] Three key claims: contingencies motivate where we put attention and effort; they influence how we react in those domains; they can lead to fragile self-esteem linked to higher depression and anxiety  [07:30] Contingencies turn "I feel good about myself" into "I feel good about myself if..."  [08:00] Crocker's college student study: students who tied self-worth to academic performance studied more hours — but extra studying did NOT predict a higher GPA  [08:30] They were studying to prove worth, not to learn — and reported more conflict, more academic struggle, more dissatisfaction by end of freshman year  [09:30] Key takeaway: you can be motivated to do well without attaching self-worth to the outcome — that's actually the more effective route  [10:00] Loosening contingencies isn't surrendering goals — it's refusing to let outcomes or others' judgments dictate your value  [10:30] Henry: inadequacy is closer to the truth than insecurity — the belief that we're not enough permeates almost everything  [11:00] Buddhist psychology: grasping — endless grasping — as the manifestation of not-enoughness  [11:30] No matter how much we get of the thing we think will fill us up, it doesn't last — this tragic gap drives anxiety and depression  [12:30] Aimee: feeling inadequate shakes our sense of security and safety — evolutionary roots, we need the group to survive  [13:00] Important distinction: self-esteem (rises and falls with performance), fragile self-esteem (staked on outcomes we grasp onto), and self-worth (intrinsic, not performance-dependent)  [14:00] Baumeister's challenge to the self-esteem movement of the '80s and '90s — hollow self-esteem building is at best unsubstantiated, potentially harmful  [14:30] Baumeister and Vohs, "Narcissism as Addiction to Esteem": chasing self-esteem through reality-detached praise creates a dopamine-like loop — feels good briefly, drops quickly, tolerance builds, need more and more  [15:30] The addiction pattern: constantly chasing the next hollow boost, convinced it'll finally hold — and it never does [16:30] Henry: why do we give our lifeblood chasing what we know deep down won't give us what we want?  [17:00] The fundamental human drive: to belong — to be seen, appreciated, cared about — once basic biological needs are met  [17:30] The tension: deep need to belong vs. the illusion that we are separate and must go it alone  [18:00] Neuroscience of belonging: newly born neurons immediately extend to connect with others — if insufficiently connected, they shrivel and die; same for us  [19:00] Introduction of perfectionism typologies from Drs. Paul Hewitt and Gordon Flett  [19:30] Type 1 — Self-oriented: punishing standards for yourself, intense drive to be perfect and avoid failure  [19:45] Type 2 — Other-oriented: same rigid standards applied to others — hard on relationships, linked to more loneliness  [20:00] Type 3 — Socially-prescribed: believing others are demanding your perfection and will judge you if you fail — most linked to depression, hopelessness, and possibly suicidal ideation  [21:00] Henry: socially-prescribed perfectionism feels like the loneliest of the three — you're playing by rules you didn't design, trapped in a system you didn't agree to  [21:30] All three stem from the same root: the fundamental fear of not being enough, of not belonging  [22:00] Self-oriented: "If I'm not perfect, I'm not worthy of belonging" — attacking yourself to earn your own permission to exist  [22:30] Other-oriented: projecting the fear outward — demanding others meet standards because that's what you believe it takes to matter  [23:00] Socially-prescribed: the loneliest — responding to what you believe the world demands, even though that belief deserves to be questioned  [23:30] Most of us carry all three — when we can name these patterns, we have a choice; we can loosen the grip  [24:00] Aimee: all of these types come from a good place — wanting to matter, wanting others to matter — it's driven by a desire for connection  [25:00] Pushback addressed: will believing you're enough make you lazy, entitled, or narcissistic? No — Enoughness is not the same as self-esteem  [25:30] Enoughness is a neutral, solid ground — you can feel bad about a mistake and still feel like enough as a person  [26:00] When you feel like enough: you can take criticism without your value collapsing; apologize without self-destruction; make mistakes and still belong  [27:00] Joy Lab Program Experiment for Enoughness — head to JoyLab.coach  [27:30] This is a collective experiment — to feel like enough, we have to offer that to others  [28:00] Closing wisdom from Lao-Tzu: "When you are content to be simply yourself and don't compare or compete, everyone will respect you."   If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!    Please remember that this content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice and is not a replacement for advice and treatment from a medical professional. 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An unhurried daily meditation using the Bible, prayer, and reflection led by Pastor Jon Ciccarelli, Discipleship Pastor of Crosswalk Church in Redlands, CA, and Director of Discipleship for Crosswalk Global.If you are enjoying the podcast please go to Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify and share your rating and a review as your input will help bring awareness of this discipleship resource to more listeners around the world.To learn more about The Crosswalk Center for Christian Formation & Discipleship go to https://crosswalkvillage.com/abide-homePlease feel free to reach out to us at jon@crosswalkvillage.com any time with your comments and questions. Thanks and blessings!

What if your impulse spending is really misdirected generosity? In this first episode of a 3-part series on impulse spending, Dianne A. Allen sheds light on how impulse spending can show up for neurodivergent people as a form of philanthropic mindset. She explores how that impulse can come from seeking possibilities, excitement, and transformation, and how we can begin to discern between genuine generosity and simply chasing a dopamine hit. She also shares personal techniques she uses to manage impulse spending, how we can find the good in the ways we are wired, and how giving ourselves choice points can help us respond more intentionally. Catch this episode of Someone Gets Me and explore why your impulse spending might be more than just spending. It may be misdirected generosity asking to be understood.   Did you enjoy this episode? Subscribe to the channel, tap the notification bell, and leave a comment!   You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.   How to Connect with Dianne A. Allen   Dianne A. Allen, MA is an intuitive mentor, speaker, author, ambassador, hope agent, life catalyst, and the CEO and Founder of Visions Applied. She has been involved in personal and professional development and mental health and addiction counseling. She inspires people in personal transformation through thought provoking services from speaking and podcasting to individual intuitive mentoring and more. She uses her years of experience coupled with years of formal education to blend powerful, practical, and effective strategies and tools for success and satisfaction. She has authored several books, which include How to Quit Anything in 5 Simple Steps - Break the Chains that Bind You, The Loneliness Cure, A Guide to Contentment, 7 Simple Steps to Get Back on track and Live the Life You Envision, Daily Meditations for Visionary Leaders, Hope Realized, and Where Do You Fit In?   Website: https://msdianneallen.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianne_a_allen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/msdianneallen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianneallen/# Twitter: https://x.com/msdianneallen   Check out Dianne's new book, Care for the Neurodivergent Soul. https://a.co/d/cTBSxQv   Visit Dianne's Amazon author page. https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0F7N457KS   You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect. https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/   For a complimentary “Get to Know You” 30-minute call: https://visionsapplied.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=4017868   Join our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/someonegetsme   Follow Dianne's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/msdianneallen   Email contact: dianne@visionsapplied.com   Dianne's Mentoring Services: https://msdianneallen.com/  

River of Life is an inter-denominational, interracial, Spirit-filled church located in the heart of Wakulla County, Florida. We share the sermons from our services in the hopes they'll reach others determined to worship God in spirit and truth.

River of Life is an inter-denominational, interracial, Spirit-filled church located in the heart of Wakulla County, Florida. We share the sermons from our services in the hopes they'll reach others determined to worship God in spirit and truth.

This exposes envy as a distrust of God's goodness that robs us of joy and love, and calls us toward contentment by fixing our eyes on Jesus, trusting his promises, and finding our ultimate satisfaction in him rather than what we lack.

An unhurried daily meditation using the Bible, prayer, and reflection led by Pastor Jon Ciccarelli, Discipleship Pastor of Crosswalk Church in Redlands, CA, and Director of Discipleship for Crosswalk Global.If you are enjoying the podcast please go to Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify and share your rating and a review as your input will help bring awareness of this discipleship resource to more listeners around the world.To learn more about The Crosswalk Center for Christian Formation & Discipleship go to https://crosswalkvillage.com/abide-homePlease feel free to reach out to us at jon@crosswalkvillage.com any time with your comments and questions. Thanks and blessings!

Investor and businessman John Kim has studied AI extensively. As a Christian he has prayed about AI extensively. What role if any does AI play in the future of the Church?In our first of episode addressing the topic, Ryan interviews John Kim, a prominent New York businessman who shares what he thinks the future is going to look like as Christians grapple with a technology that is changing the foundations of how we work and create.00:00 Cold Open: The Stomach Growl 00:20 Welcome & Meet John Kim 01:31 The Catholic Icebreaker04:54 MIT Testimony: When God Rewired My Brain 10:03 Ask for Wisdom, Not Just the Outcome 13:12 Discerning God Voice in Business Decisions 17:33 AI as a Tool: Where Christians Fit 25:41 Is There a Christian Edge Against AI? 28:47 Human Presence: What Stays Scarce30:17 Mozart, Salieri, and the AI Gospel Hit -- AD BREAK 2: Casper + Mars Men 41:20 Elvis,Math, and the Robot Golfer 46:02 Creative Destruction and the Christian Advantage 55:16 Spain,Contentment, and the Tesla Bet 66:25 Stewardship, Prosperity Gospel, and Raising Samuel Right 84:22 Scheduled Divine Boredom and Hearing God's Voice 91:44 The Stomach-Growl House Negotiation 96:48 Mammon, Power, and the Loneliness of Wealth 103:06 AI, End Times, and the Tower of Babel 108:23 - Proving you're not an avatarThank You To Our Sponsors!Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafood—delivered right to your door. Go to: https://www.wildalaskan.com/EXFILES.Get 15% off OneSkin with the code EXFILES at https://oneskin.co/exfilesRight now save up to 30% on mattresses and up to 35% on everything else when you go to Casper.com. https://Casper.com.For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at Mengotomars.com.Join Exodus90 for their St. Michael's Lent Challenge starting August 12th. Go to https://Exodus90.com/exfiles for a free trial.Sign up for the Vault to support the show and get access to the dramatic episodes a day early! https://Exorcistfiles.supercast.comFollow us on IG at https://instragram.com/exorcistfiles and https://www.instagram.com/TheBetheaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com Episode 4132: Jay and Heather Harrington explain why decades of behavioral research keep pointing the same direction: experiences improve in memory while possessions lose their shine. They recount a rained-out hike through Michigan's Upper Peninsula that was miserable in the moment and a favorite story by the time they reached the car. They close with four traits the most memorable experiences share, from first moments to time outdoors in every season. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/2018/why-experiences-over-things-get-better-with-time Quotes to ponder: "In short, while we quickly adapt to new material possessions and they lose their 'shine,' experiences get better with time." "The most lasting and positive memories don't come from acquiring something new, they come from doing something new." "Happiness. Contentment. Balance. These are all qualities that we aspire to. Often we overcomplicate how to achieve them." Optimal Living Daily is a daily personal development and self-improvement podcast where we narrate the best self-help articles on minimalism, productivity, and intentional living, read to you by a professional narrator so you can live your best life a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Often times we see other people who seem to have become successful and be blessed in many ways and we either get jealous or we come up with reasons why God won't do the same for us. God may hold back monetary blessing because we wouldn't be able to handle it, or He may be waiting to pour it out but we have to be willing to receive it. Whatever God has for us, we must be content and give Him glory.

Do you find yourself in a season of waiting, wondering when your prayers will be answered?In today's episode, Gabby invites us to reflect on the beauty of "Faithful Waiting." Together, we'll explore how our faith can grow during times of delay, what it means to hope in the Lord as we wait, and how God uses these moments to prepare us for the blessings ahead. Let's uncover the strength found in steadfast hope and the reassurance that a delay is never a denial from God.Come join our community as we unite in prayer and devotion, trusting that God is at work in us while we wait for what's next.Tap HERE to send us a text! Our podcast family is growing - introducing Men's Morning Devotional! Our dad, Steve Alessi, and all of our husbands are now hosting their own 5 minute devotionals every weekday - for men who want to become better husbands, fathers, and leaders! Listen, follow and subscribe here - MensMorningDevotional.comSupport the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? Welcome! We're four sisters - Stephanie, Lauren, Gaby, and Richelle - and our family works together at Metro Life Church in Miami, FL. We're so blessed to produce this daily devotional podcast for you and continue the great work done by the show's founder, Alison Delamota.We pray these devotions will help you to grow in your faith, and that you'll join us every weekday for a morning prayer and some time in God's Word! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the showShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app