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From emails to voicemails…Amy & Kat cover a variety of topics! Kasey from Oklahoma just started tretinoin, so Amy breaks down the sandwich method to help her skin out. They play a voicemail with a genius closet hack from Erika (seriously, such a good tip!) Carly emails asking very specific questions about finding the right therapist and knowing when you've got a good fit. Kat gives some excellent advice to Carly that will hopefully be helpful to others! They also play voicemails sharing a clever bird feeder and a budget-friendly laundry detergent swap. Lastly, Amy shares a list of things you should never do in front of others! Get some Feeling Things merch by clicking HERE! (FeelingThingsPodcast.com) Sign up for the Feeling Things newsletter HERE! Watch us on Youtube HERE! Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // threecordstherapy.com // @KatVanburenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Are you enjoying your summer lounge time but feel that itch to get ahead for back-to-school? We're revisiting 20 simple “TV tasks” that teachers can tackle from the comfort of the couch while still protecting their summer rest and recovery. We talk about the importance of setting boundaries around summer work, creating both a summer no list and a summer yes list, and finding ways to make back-to-school prep feel less overwhelming. While it's important to remember that rest is productive on its own, these simple tasks will help you enjoy your downtime while making the start of the school just a bit easier!Prefer to read? Grab the original episode transcript and show notes here: https://www.secondstorywindow.net/podcast/back-to-school-teacher-prep-tasks/Resources:Freebie: End of Year RoadmapReadiness Checklists Wishing Star Printable@Teacherpodcastrecs on InstagramThe Holiday Headstart PodcastSeed ProbioticHero SunscreenCheck out our book Structure and SparkJoin The Teacher Approved ClubConnect with us on Instagram @2ndstorywindowShop our teacher-approved resourcesJoin our Teacher Approved Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple Podcasts!Leave a comment or rating on SpotifyRelated Episodes to Enjoy:Episode 196. The 3 Step Plan to Park Those School Thoughts and Enjoy Your Summer BreakEpisode 197. A Teacher Summer Self Care and Recovery Plan That Doesn't Feel Like WorkEpisode 199. Time, Tech, & Tasks: The 3 Boundaries That Save Teacher SummersMentioned in this episode:Get a free 10-day trial of the Teacher Approved Club, where members are using the Tired Teacher Summer Planner this month to help plan the kind of summer they need: https://secondstorywindow.net/trial

Are you exhausted no matter how much you sleep? Feeling detached from things you used to enjoy? In this episode of Insights from the Couch, we're diving into a topic that so many midlife women experience but often misunderstand: burnout.We unpack the clinical signs of burnout, how it differs from everyday stress, and why so many high-achieving, people-pleasing women are especially vulnerable. We also explore the surprising role that hopelessness plays in burnout and share practical ways to recharge when life feels heavy, overwhelming, and out of your control. If you've been running on empty, this conversation may help you recognize the warning signs—and start finding your way back to yourself.Episode Highlights[0:40] - What burnout really is—and why it's different from being stressed or busy[1:38] - The World Health Organization's three key markers of burnout[6:34] - Why hopelessness often becomes the hidden driver of burnout[8:50] - Reduced effectiveness, brain fog, and losing the ability to focus[10:54] - The difference between a difficult day and a true season of burnout[12:35] - Fantasizing about escape and other warning signs to watch for[13:21] - The personality traits that make some people more susceptible to burnout[15:35] - How self-improvement culture can accidentally fuel burnout[18:17] - A powerful story illustrating what happens when hopelessness takes over[23:49] - Why midlife women are especially vulnerable to burnout[25:06] - Finding purpose and meaning when life feels overwhelming[26:34] - The first step to recovery: subtraction, not addition[27:22] - The healing power of connection, laughter, and community[30:15] - Returning to the basics: sleep, nature, movement, and self-care[32:20] - The “knitting needles” metaphor and why letting go is so difficult[34:45] - Questions to ask yourself if you think burnout may be creeping in[36:03] - Why the mindset that created burnout won't necessarily get you out of itIf today's discussion resonated with you or sparked curiosity, please rate, follow, and share "Insights from the Couch" with others. Your support helps us reach more people and continue providing valuable insights. Here's to finding our purposes and living a life full of meaning and joy. Stay tuned for more! Ever stayed quiet to keep the peace and felt yourself disappear? The Cost of Quiet is for anyone who avoids conflict and pays the price. Reclaim your voice, strengthen your relationships, and experience real peace. Order your copy and join the movement: https://www.colettejanefehr.com/new-book

Jake talks about his visit to the Museum of AI Arts in LA and a recent furniture purchase. Then Anders previews the NY Democratic primaries. Means TV premiere: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/means-tv-presents-kitchen-conversations-tickets-1991742054100?aff=oddtdtcreator Subscribe to our bonus feed for extra episodes at Patreon.com/poddamnamerica

Anhedonia is not a chemical deficiency. It is the protective collapse of an emotional system that has been suppressing for too long. Feeling returns when the survival persona is gently dismantled and the Authentic Self is given permission to feel again.This video walks through what anhedonia actually is, why it usually arrives at the moment your life looks most successful, and why pushing harder is the exact opposite of what your nervous system needs. If you sit through your own life feeling almost nothing, this names what your body is actually doing.Kenny Weiss is the creator of the Worst Day Cycle™, the Authentic Self Cycle™, and the Emotional Authenticity Method™. This teaching maps anhedonia to emotional surgery, dead spots, the survival persona, and the titrated re-entry that brings feeling back online safely.Anhedonia is rarely a chemical deficiency. It is the protective shutdown of an emotional system that has been suppressing for decades. The nervous system pulls the master breaker because feeling anything would force recognition that the constructed adult life was built on not feeling.Anhedonia usually arrives at the moment a person's life looks most successful on paper. The survival persona finally earned everything it was trying to earn, and the body underneath quietly said, we did all of this for love, and the love still has not arrived, so I am turning off the lights.Generic interventions cannot reach anhedonia at the root. Antidepressants take off the edge but do not explain why the lights went out. Forced enjoyment, gratitude journals, and cold plunges ask the system to perform feeling instead of letting it come back online safely on its own pace.The Emotional Authenticity Method™ addresses anhedonia in titrated steps. Its six gentle moves trace the flatness from somatic down-regulation through earliest memory to Feelization, where the body builds a new emotional addiction to being alive instead of to being safe by feeling nothing.Kenny Weiss is a relationship, communication, and childhood trauma recovery specialist and the creator of the Worst Day Cycle™, the Authentic Self Cycle™, and the Emotional Authenticity Method™. He is the author of Your Journey To Success and Your Journey To Being Yourself.TOPICS COVERED: anhedonia, why do I feel empty, emotional numbness, why do I feel nothing, survival persona collapse, dead spots, emotional shutdown, high-functioning burnout, Worst Day Cycle, Authentic Self Cycle, Emotional Authenticity Method, Kenny Weiss, childhood emotional suppression, titrated re-entry0:00 — The Couch, the Show, the Person You Love, the Nothing1:30 — The Successful Client Who Forgot How to Want3:00 — Why Your Emotional System Pulled the Master Breaker6:00 — Anhedonia Is Exhaustion, Not Chemistry9:00 — The Worst Day Cycle Underneath the Numbness11:30 — Why Antidepressants and Cold Plunges Cannot Reach It13:30 — The Authentic Self Cycle Inside the Shutdown16:00 — The Emotional Authenticity Method as Titrated Re-Entry19:00 — Identity Close

In this episode of Convos from the Couch, Toi Valentine, Chief Strategy Officer at LifeStance Health, explores her personal experience with EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) therapy. Together, we unpack how EMDR works, what it feels like, and why it can be an impactful option for people navigating trauma, grief, and PTSD.  Toi shares her journey and reflects on how EMDR helped her process difficult memories in a new way, shift her emotional responses, and regain a sense of control. Along the way, she highlights the importance of self-advocacy in therapy, finding the right approach, and staying curious about evidence-based care. 

If becoming a life coach has been tugging at your heart for a while - or even leapt right at you recently - it can be easy to fall into the thinking that your coaching future has to look a certain way, follow certain 'rules' or be a particular way for you to be successful. Not true! Today on The Coaches Couch host Julie Parker steps you through the many different ways your coaching self, offerings and business can look - with the deep knowing that anything is possible for you in creating what lights you up most as a coach.  Ready to make the leap? Our 2026 Beautiful You Life Coaching Course  www.beautifulyoulifecoachingcourse.com begins soon!  Website: https://www.beautifulyoucoachingacademy.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bycacademy/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeautifulYouByJulie  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@beautifulyoucoachingacademy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beautiful-you-coaching-academy

Rebuilding Trucking: Phil Couch on Bringing Back Camaraderie in the Industry | Lead Pedal Podcast Has the trucking industry lost some of the camaraderie that once made it special? In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, Bruce Outridge sits down with Phil Couch at the Woodstock Truck Show to discuss the importance of rebuilding relationships, professionalism, and pride within the trucking industry. From helping fellow drivers on the road to creating a stronger sense of community at truck shows and industry events, Phil shares his thoughts on how trucking can regain the respect and unity that helped build the profession. Join us for an insightful conversation about the future of trucking, industry culture, mentorship, and why bringing back camaraderie may be the key to strengthening the industry for the next generation. #LeadPedalPodcast #TruckingIndustry #WoodstockTruckShow #TruckDrivers #ProfessionalDrivers At Bison – They Put Safety First! Bison's "Right to Decide" Policy gives every Driver their ultimate protection. Drivers make the final decision if it is safe to drive and Bison actively encourages Driver's use of this policy.    You can learn more about Bison and the opportunities available at www.bisondriving.com   or call 1-800-527-5781 @BisonTransport #bisontransport     Get The Best Truck Parts for Your Truck at Chrome Supply Warehouse Chrome Supply Warehouse has the best selection of chrome and truck parts in Ontario Canada. Located in Belleville Ontario on the North side of the Highway with lots of truck parking makes it a great place to stop. Stop in for a break or to check on their cool interior, exterior, and custom parts. Learn more online at www.chromesupplywarehouse.com    Keep Money In Your Pocket With RS2000 Tax Consultants Have you heard of RS2000 Tax Services offering accounting services throughout Ontario? The firm specializes in truck drivers, owner operators, and farm based businesses. Work with people who know exactly what operators in your industry require to be profitable. Learn more at www.RS2000tax.com or call 1-800-304-3986   About the Podcast The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking career tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Ontario, Canada. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening! The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking equipment information, event coverage, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com  What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics. Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com  Join The Lead Pedal Fan Club where are loyal fans get first chance at specials, discounts on merchandise and much more.The club is free to join and you can learn more at www.theleadpedalfanclub.com  LISTEN TO LEAD PEDAL RADIO with music and entertainment with a trucking theme at www.LeadPedalRadio.com     

Saskia Falken, in for Pippa Hudson, speaks to Jennie Reznek, who along with Mark Fleishman founded The Magnet Theatre and has become one of South Africa's leading physical theatre companies, using the arts to empower young people, particularly those from under-resourced communities. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amber from Austin is newly married and in a pre-trip standoff…she packs last-minute, her husband packs very early, and the tension gets real before they even leave the house. Amy & Kat travel together and they are VERY different travelers…they talk through finding a middle ground. Then, Amy shares a tip: the Sudoku Packing Method, a 3x3 capsule wardrobe grid that promises 27+ outfit combos from just 9 items that she keeps seeing in her FYP on Instagram. Plus, a voicemail from Darrel, who lost her husband 17 months ago and found unexpected healing and laughter in our episodes…she also gives us an epic quote: “Have the fart you need to have.” Haha. Get some Feeling Things merch by clicking HERE! (FeelingThingsPodcast.com) Sign up for the Feeling Things newsletter HERE! Watch us on Youtube HERE! Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // threecordstherapy.com // @KatVanburenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ready to meet my new best friend? In this interview we get to hear Trisha Dork's story... How she went from overweight and average to dynamic and highly successful. It's a real example that demonstrates can choose to go from being ordinary to becoming extraordinary.Here are two ways to follow Trisha:Follow Trisha on Instagram @trishadorkListen to her Elite Life Podcast - On Spotify | Youtube | Apple Podcasts

Host of Dr. Carole's Couch on Voice of America.com andThe Terrorist Therapist podcast, Dr. Carole Lieberman joins us to talk about:what's being done to make TDS a diagnosable illness The rise in Family Estrangementthe widespread anger issues we see everywherethe threat of terrorismand more!Follow her on X: @DrCaroleMD

Pippa Hudson speaks to Bella Strydom, a 16-year old learner at Fish Hoek High School, who has been selected to represent South Africa at 3 international championships in the coming year. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sue came home from NYC and noticed her house smelled musty and then realized the couch was the culprit.

Listener Susan had some great new ideas for getting rid of bad odors in your house..

Join host Pamela Cook on the Writes4Women Convo Couch with thia week's guest Katherine Collette. They chat about Catherine's adult novels The Helpline (2018) and The Competition (2022), plus two illustrated middle-grade books set around a small Victorian town, discuss debut publication misconceptions, second-book pressure, writing routines, using Scrivener, and spreadsheets, and a whole lot more. Catherine also reflects on what she learnt as the co-host of the popular podcast The First Time as well as her work as a writing coach. 1:43 Host Updates 03:06 Writing Projects 04:57 Courses And Community 06:48 Reading Recommendations 07:36 Meet Catherine Collette 08:47 Career Origins 09:46 Debut Reality Check 12:13 Second Book Pressure 15:06 Middle Grade Shift 15:47 Cartooning Challenge 20:13 Kids Books Marketing 23:23 Illustration Workflow 26:59 New Darker Novel 27:38 Cruise Ship Research 30:46 Writing Routine Progress 31:05 Writing Focus Limits 31:37 Daily Routine Pomodoros 32:06 Story Structure Tools 33:21 Scrivener Workflow Tips 34:15 Crime Plot Spreadsheets 35:54 Genre Hopping Pressures 37:51 Coaching Long Game 40:24 Mindset For Success 43:16 Craft Fixes Openings 48:55 Podcast Career Boost 54:36 Fast Four Wrap Up 59:55 Closing Thanks Outro SHOW NOTES: Writes4Women www.writes4women.com Facebook @writes4women Twitter / Instagram @w4wpodcast Katherine Collette Website: click here Instagram: click here Pamela Cook www.pamelacook.com.au Facebook: click here Twitter: click here Instagram: click here Fiction Feedback @ Writing NSW: click here This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/writes4women?fan_landing=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pippa Hudson speaks to Gerrie and Marique du Toit, owners of Mira Clothing, which, with the help of the community, recovered after a devastating fire. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read, and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10 pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if one simple nutrition strategy could support healthy aging, improve metabolic health, boost energy, and even help your skin look better? In this episode of Insights from the Couch, Laura sits down with Renee Fitton, VP of Growth at Prolon and a leading voice in nutrition and longevity science, to unpack the research behind fasting and the fasting mimicking diet.We explore the growing confusion around nutrition in midlife, from protein overload to supplement fatigue, and discuss a more balanced approach to health, longevity, and wellness. Renee shares how fasting mimicking works, why autophagy matters, and what the science says about supporting your body through midlife and beyond. If you've been curious about fasting but overwhelmed by conflicting advice, this conversation is a great place to start.Episode Highlights[0:03] - Laura introduces Renee Fitton and the science-backed world of fasting and longevity[2:13] - Why so many midlife women feel overwhelmed by health and nutrition advice[2:52] - What Prolon is and how a fasting mimicking diet works[6:30] - The current protein craze: what's helpful, what's excessive, and what longevity research suggests[13:36] - Understanding autophagy and the body's natural repair and rejuvenation process[15:44] - The surprising health benefits linked to fasting mimicking, from metabolic markers to skin health[17:28] - How long the benefits last and why fasting may improve your relationship with food[19:30] - Renee shares her personal experience completing multiple fasting mimicking cycles[22:19] - What you actually eat during a Prolon fast and how manageable it feels day-to-day[24:02] - The real-world changes Renee notices in energy, sleep, skin, and mental clarity[27:01] - Who should avoid fasting mimicking and important safety considerations[28:24] - Fasting, cancer recovery research, and resources for survivors[30:18] - Why a gentle 12-hour circadian fast may be more effective than extreme intermittent fasting[32:35] - The hidden impact of skipping breakfast and relying on coffee[34:03] - Why fasting mimicking can be especially beneficial for women in midlife[37:43] - Where to learn more about Prolon and how to get startedLinks & ResourcesProlon Life: https://prolonlife.comRenee Fitton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fittonnutritionRenee Fitton on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneefitton/If today's discussion resonated with you or sparked curiosity, please rate, follow, and share "Insights from the Couch" with others. Your support helps us reach more people and continue providing valuable insights. Here's to finding our purposes and living a life full of meaning and joy. Stay tuned for more!Ever stayed quiet to keep the peace and felt yourself disappear? The Cost of Quiet is for anyone who avoids conflict and pays the price. Reclaim your voice, strengthen your relationships, and experience real peace. Order your copy and join the movement: https://www.colettejanefehr.com/new-book

Pippa Hudson speaks to Sport Chance director Natalie Pollock and team member Zethu Ngcobo about the recent Street Child World Cup, where South Africa took part. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read, and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10 pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do so many men slowly drift into passivity, comfort, and inaction? In this sermon, Pastor Doug explores how men were designed for responsibility, purpose, leadership, adventure, and meaningful action—but how modern culture often encourages comfort, distraction, and avoidance instead.A passive life may feel safe in the moment, but over time it leads to frustration, isolation, lack of direction, and spiritual stagnation. God did not create men merely to consume entertainment, avoid risk, and sit on the sidelines. He created them to build, protect, lead, serve, and move forward with courage and purpose.This message challenges men to step out of passivity and rediscover the calling, discipline, and intentionality that come from living fully engaged in the life God has given them.Support the mission of the Salty Pastor ministry! Visit our donations page at https://pushpay.com/g/thesaltypastor to help us continue sharing truth with a world in need.Discussion Questions What causes men to drift into comfort and passivity over time?  How does purpose and responsibility shape a man's identity and growth?  What practical steps help men move from passive living to intentional action?

Send us Fan MailMy guest on this week's guest episode is the gorgeous Carolyn Couch. Single, childfree by choice, 64 years old, and living in North Caroline, Carolyn is a career counsellor and coach. In this conversation, Carolyn and I talk about what it was like growing up in a small town in a southern US state where, even more so back then, it was very much expected that you would get married and have children. But Carolyn just knew that the traditional path was not for her and so she stuck to her guns and forged her own path. I know that you'll love this episode because we talk about all sorts of things, not least solo life, changing careers as a woman, and how we can use AI to our advantage.05:53 Lifelong Single Choice11:42 Solitude Not Loneliness13:21 Career Pivot Story16:28 Coaching Methods Mindset22:55 Advice for Single Women27:00 Money Skills Planning30:09 No Plan B Mindset30:53 Urgency Creates Momentum32:04 Baby Steps That Stick33:24 Clarity Through Action35:02 Accountability And Coaching37:51 Invest In Yourself39:16 Why Single Women Need Agency40:45 AI As Career Coach50:43 Gen Z Career AdviceCheck out Carolyn's website: https://thenextstepcareercoaching.com/Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenextstepcareercoachingllcFollow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_next_step_career_coaching/ Support the showBuy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/bookJoin my membership community for single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesoloDownload my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the MostAnnoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacksCheck out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=shareFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!

This week on Tubi or Not Tubi, we bring you a truly delightful conversation with Niclas Larsson, the director of Mother, Couch! It is often a wonderful experience to pick the brain of a creator regarding their creation, and it is a privilege to connect with the mind behind Mother, Couch. Join us as we take a deeper dive into the finer tapestries of freaky familial cosmic furniture.

Pippa Hudson speaks to Sidley du Preez about shifting young people’s sense of responsibility around voting. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read, and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10 pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reddit Stories - My Parents Gave My Room To My Spoiled Brother And Put Me On The Couch   So I Left. OP returns from college to find her coddled brother has taken over her bedroom and her belongings are boxed in the attic. After her parents dismiss her feelings, she leaves and stays with her other brother.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lost-genre-reddit-stories--5779056/support.

TV critic Wenlei Ma and Jason Di Rosso press play on what's lighting up streaming this week...Alice and Steve and Coldwater.

Kate and Michelle answer listener questions about when to learn coping skills for anger, questioning if DBT can work when there's resistance, obsessing over unresolved situations, and coping with getting fired from a job. Want to get 15% off of ALL Guilford Press titles? Use this link (code is DBTME at checkout): https://www.guilford.com/dbtmeIf you want to sign up for Kate's free DBT peer support group, you can sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dbt-discussion-group-tickets-518237601617Check out our Etsy shop for DBT-inspired items and our journaling workbook (only $7.50!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/dbtandmeOur book, "DBT for Everyone" is available! Order your copy on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Dbt-Everyone-Pitfalls-Possibilities-Better/dp/1839975881/Consider providing ongoing support to the podcast by becoming a patron at https://www.patreon.com/dbtandmeYou can join our facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dbtandmepodcastCheck out our other podcast, The Couch and The Chair, on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-couch-and-the-chair/id1554159244) or on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/3MZ8aZPoRKxGmLtFcR4S4O)If you need support/have questions, email us at dbtandmepodcast@gmail.com

If you're thinking about training to become a heart centred life coach that can bring up a lot of 'feels' and even doubts and uncertainty about whether it really IS the right next step for you. On the Coaches Couch today host Julie Parker steps you through five ways to truly KNOW if this would be the journey for you including paying attention to nudges you might be receiving about your own growth, values, desire for community and your personal potential. And if you DO know you're ready then please join us in becoming a Beautiful You Life Coach at www.beautifulyoulifecoachingcourse.com Places in our only course for 2026 are now FILLING UP!   Website: https://www.beautifulyoucoachingacademy.com/   The Coaching Roadmap: https://www.beautifulyoucoachingacademy.com/roadmap/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bycacademy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeautifulYouByJulie Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@beautifulyoucoachingacademy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beautiful-you-coaching-academy

Pippa Hudson speaks to immigration lawyer Stephanie de Saude-Darbandi, the founder and director of De Saude Darbandi Attorneys about the misinformation swirling on social media about supposed deadlines for those who employ foreign nationals. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Elizabeth writes in about something a lot of people feel but don't say out loud. She's 40-ish, a mom, financially stable, and can't shake the feeling that she should have more by now. She’s curious about the jealousy she feels, the guilt about the jealousy, and how she can make peace with the roads she didn't take. Kat asks the question: What is your dying wish? A beloved car wash owner in Detroit had one dying wish, to make it rain cash from a helicopter over his community one last time. His sons made it happen at his funeral. It also triggered an FAA investigation…but it’s still pretty cool! Sam from Boston calls in with a sign story that’ll give you chills. Her father-in-law passed away…but he sent a very special sign to the family that he’s still around. Love it! Lastly, Kat shares facts about the brain from a Stanford neuroscientist. Get some Feeling Things merch by clicking HERE! (FeelingThingsPodcast.com) Sign up for the Feeling Things newsletter HERE! Watch us on Youtube HERE! Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // threecordstherapy.com // @KatVanburenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7:23- Fang of the Sun Dougram discussion 27:14- Armored Trooper VOTOMS discussion 42:54- Patlabor the Series discussion 1:02:04- The Big O discussion 1:33:58- Chatzums Magellan's newsletterBlueskyTwitchChatzumsEmail: chatzpod@gmail.comOur main podcast feed art was done by Camilla Franklin, whose work can be found at https://camillafranklin.myportfolio.com/

Owen Ansah hat Geschichte geschrieben. 9,98 Sekunden über 100 Meter. Er ist der einzige Deutsche, der je unter die Zehn-Sekunden-Marke gelaufen ist. Und sein Trainer Sebastian Bayer hat das Ganze von der Couch aus verfolgt – frisch operiert, Schulter kaputt.In dieser Folge spricht Sebastian Bayer über den Lauf in Regensburg, über den langen Weg dahin – und warum er Owen und seine Athleten in den ersten Jahren absichtlich ausgebremst hat. Denn seine These ist eindeutig: Wer zu früh zu spezifisch trainiert, macht aus einem möglichen 10,05-Athleten einen 10,35-Athleten – für immer.Außerdem geht es um die Frage, die jeder Leistungssportler kennt: Was passiert im Kopf, wenn man an eine Schallmauer stößt?Sebastian Bayer ist ehemaliger Europameister im Weitsprung, mehrfacher Deutscher Meister und heute einer der gefragtesten Sprintcoaches in Deutschland. Er trainiert am Stützpunkt Mannheim und hat mit Owen Ansah und Lucas Ansah-Peprah die zwei schnellsten Sprinter der deutschen Geschichte aufgebaut.In dieser Folge: Wie Sebastian den 9,98-Lauf in Regensburg erlebt hat – und was die Daten sagen. Warum Griffkraft, Sprünge und Hütchenläufe wichtiger sind als 1080-Sprints. Fundament-Metapher: Kein Mensch redet beim Hausbau über das Velux-Fenster, wenn das Fundament noch nicht gegossen ist. Was 99 Prozent Wille mit einem Prozent Loslassen zu tun hat. Und warum Sebastian sagt, er selbst hat das damals nicht gut hinbekommen.Schneller auf den ersten Metern — das Rock'n'Roll-ModellDu trainierst, gibst alles — aber auf den ersten Metern kommst du nicht voran? Das ist manchmal kein Kraft- oder Konditionsproblem. Es ist ein Mechanikproblem.Nach dem Konzept von Dr. Tobias Alt habe ich Buch und Onlinekurs entwickelt: das Rock'n'Roll-Modell für effizientere Beschleunigung. Für Sprinter, Fußballer, Basketballer, Handballer.Launch kommt bald — trag dich jetzt in die Warteliste ein und sichere dir den günstigsten Preis:

On this episode of On the Couch, Sigmund Bloom sits down with Marcus Mosher to sift through all of the news coming out of NFL OTAs to tell you what you need to know to be smarter than your leaguemates. Injuries, rookie debuts, second and third year leaps, new coaches and teammates, scheme and role changes, and general buzz set the scene for the summer and show us what we should be paying closer attention to when the training camp firehose gets turned on in July. Watch this show to get the drop on the rest of your league while their brains are still on fantasy football vacation.   watch on YouTube -> https://youtube.com/live/-z8FM0C6-nI    Timestamps 00:00 Why is Ryan Flournoy a player we need to know? 03:28 What about Brian Schottenheimer's comments shows us that Flournoy will get more usage in 2026? 12:51 Why should we be open to Jaydon Blue having a bigger role in 2026? 16:03 Why is the Brock Bowers the player you need to get in every league? 17:45 Should we be concerned about Jaxon Smith-Njigba without Klint Kubiak? 20:21 Brock Bowers as Kubiak's Jaxon Smith-Njigba in Las Vegas 22:00 Unknown Upside as a key to winning your league 26:10 Could taking two Raiders be the strategy to win a high stakes contest? 27:20 What should we look for in the Steelers offense? 32:07 Will Mike McCarthy use Darnell Washington as a full-time player? 34:45 How high is Adonai Mitchell's ceiling? 35:50 Should we buy the Parker Washington hype from OTAs? 37:15 Can Carnell Tate be a #1 wide receiver right away? 38:48 Should we be aggressive or cautious about drafting Jonathon Brooks in fantasy leagues? 41:02 What did we learn about the Jaguars backfield in the spring? 42:53 Why is Jalen McMillan one of the most underrated receivers in fantasy leagues? 45:34 Could George Holani start Week 1 for Seattle? 47:59 Is Isiah Pacheco used up or does he have potential in fantasy leagues?     Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wf5ZBFRJnMSwIEgzhO2MQ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audible/id178083008

Jason talked about the new live-action "Scooby-Doo" and as a result he received an interesting PETA email, TRAILERS: We're intrigued by "The Social Reckoning" and skeptical about "Moana," and FIX MY LIFE: Cassie's couch problem -- how should she clean up this mess?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to the very first episode of Why Did You Start Running?Before hearing the stories of runners from all walks of life, I wanted to share my own. In this episode, I talk about how I started running in college despite not enjoying cardio, how walk/run intervals helped me get started, and how running became less about performance and more about community, connection, and staying active for life.I also share my experience of running with cerebral palsy, leading Couch to 5K and 10K training groups, completing races, finishing last more than once, and why none of that ever mattered as much as the people I met along the way.This podcast isn't about pace charts, shoe reviews, or chasing personal records. It's about stories. It's about the moments that convinced someone to take that first step, and the lessons they learned after they did.Whether you've been running for years, you're thinking about starting, or you're simply looking for a supportive community, I hope these conversations encourage you to keep moving forward.Links Mentioned:Your Level Fitness Podcasts:https://yourlevelfitness.com/podcastsEmail Daryl:mailto@yourlevelfitness.comWebsite:https://yourlevelfitness.comThank you for listening to the first episode of Why Did You Start Running. I'm excited to start sharing the stories behind the first step.

The Hurricanes storm back in the Stanley Cup Final, the Knicks look to take command of the NBA Finals, and Jason Priester joins the show with the latest from Clemson's summer camps. Plus, recruiting, college baseball, EA Sports College Football, and the South Carolina coaching search.

Have you ever found yourself wondering whether a friendship has run its course—or if a difficult conversation could actually save it? In this episode, we're diving into one of the hardest relationship challenges women face in midlife: friendship breakups. We explore what happens when a friendship feels one-sided, when trust has been broken, or when life changes reveal who's truly in your corner.We also share our own experiences with friendship loss, hurt feelings, resentment, and the courage it takes to have honest conversations. If you've been struggling with a friendship that no longer feels good, this episode will help you think through what's really happening beneath the surface and whether repair, distance, or closure is the next right step.Episode Highlights[0:40] - Why friendship breakups are so difficult—and why they matter in midlife[1:14] - The powerful role female friendships play in creating a meaningful life[3:28] - What healthy friendships look like: support, reciprocity, honesty, and emotional safety[5:06] - How major life events reveal who your true friends are[8:18] - Outgrowing friendships, one-sided relationships, and evaluating where your energy goes[10:21] - A candid look at reciprocity and what keeps friendships strong over time[14:53] - Signs that something may be wrong in a friendship[16:02] - Laura shares the heartbreak of losing a friendship without closure[18:33] - Colette opens up about having a difficult conversation after feeling deeply hurt by a friend[20:57] - Can friendships recover after honest confrontation?[24:31] - Why speaking up may be the only chance a wounded friendship has to heal[26:02] - Practical steps to take before deciding to end a friendship[27:19] - Don't mistake a difficult season for the end of a relationship[28:38] - The importance of reciprocity, honesty, and emotional investment[31:09] - Why midlife may be a season of pruning relationships[31:32] - How to confront a friendship issue with clarity, kindness, and vulnerability[33:33] - The mistake many adults make when pulling away from friendships[34:43] - Why difficult conversations are usually easier than we imagine[36:09] - How repair can deepen and strengthen meaningful friendshipsIf today's discussion resonated with you or sparked curiosity, please rate, follow, and share "Insights from the Couch" with others. Your support helps us reach more people and continue providing valuable insights. Here's to finding our purposes and living a life full of meaning and joy. Stay tuned for more!Ever stayed quiet to keep the peace and felt yourself disappear? The Cost of Quiet is for anyone who avoids conflict and pays the price. Reclaim your voice, strengthen your relationships, and experience real peace. Order your copy and join the movement: https://www.colettejanefehr.com/new-book

Join us as we delve into a day in the life of Boogie2988, surely the unexpected twists and turns will keep on coming! Will Boogie2988 finally find motivation to do anything, or will the saga continue? Find out in this entertaining episode of Boogie2988 adventures. It doesn't matter what your background is, you always need to treat people like people and not use them simply to get off. Neckbeards seem to learn this lesson particularly slow and it really does make my blood boil... So we must bring it to light so others don't suffer alone. For your fill of neckbeard stories we've got you covered with the freshest weeaboo, niceguy, and neckbeard happenings on reddit. Stick with ReddX for your daily dose of cringe with a side-dish of relatability. You might even feel good for dessert... But who can say? ------------------------------------------------------------ Wanna send me mail? ReddX Family Castillejos Post Office C/O Nico Garcia Castillejos Zambales Philippines 2208 #reddit #neckbeard #hashtag Discord: https://discord.gg/Sju7YckUWu Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/daytondo... PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/daytondo... Patreon: http://patreon.com/daytondoes Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/daytond... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReddX... Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ReddX... Amazon link to my mic: https://amzn.to/3lInsRR ReddX merch: https://teespring.com/stores/r... Character art: https://twitter.com/DarkleyStu... Creepypasta channel: https://www.youtube.com/Dayton... Gaming channel: https://www.youtube.com/dayton... Wifey's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channe... ------------------------------------------------------------ Playlists: Full neckbeard stories: https://www.youtube.com/playli... All neckbeard stories: https://www.youtube.com/playli... All legbeard stories: https://www.youtube.com/playli... RPG Horror Stories: https://www.youtube.com/playli... Weeaboo tales: https://www.youtube.com/playli... ------------------------------------------------------------ Podcasts: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/... Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/reddxy iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/... Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/fe... Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show/... Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podc... Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/us/show... Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podc... JioSaavn: https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows... Also on Castbox, Audible, and iHeartRadio! Have you ever met a neckbeard or a nice guy? They are frustrating to deal with, but luckily you aren't alone! These r/neckbeardstories from Reddit are among the top posts of all time and include some of the funniest Reddit stories ever posted on the neckbeard stories subreddit! rSlash NeckbeardStories have all kinds of funny neckbeards in them, but especially the nice guy. And the weeaboo. There is a wide spectrum of neckbeards, and this is but a small slice of it. Listening to ReddX's neckbeard stories playlist is a great experience! These neckbeard stories Top Posts of All Time from Reddit are made for you to enjoy any time you feel like it, so be sure to save my rSlash neckbeard stories playlist to your favorites! While there are many rslash channels that read r/neckbeard stories and r/prorevenge from reddit, each channel has their own way of performing them. Some of the top rSlash entitled parents channels I recommend checking out are the original rSlash, Redditor, fresh, r/Bumfries, VoiceyHere, Mr Reddit, Storytime and Darkfluff. These Reddit story channels inspired me to start my own Reddit story channel, with a focus on Entitled Parents stories and at times going into the r/pettyrevenge and r/choosingbeggars subreddit as well. Because most of my audience prefers Entitled Parents stories of Reddit, I tend to just stick with reading the r/EntitleParents Top Posts of All Time. But I also enjoy getting up close and personal with neckbeards and weeaboos from time to time. Subscribe to ReddX for the freshest daily Reddit content. I post relatable readings of Reddit posts and Reddit stories every single day! Journey with me as I relate these amazing Reddit stories to my personal life journey. I'm greatly inspired by the top reddit posts of all time videos and reddit stories on YouTube which is why I started doing them myself. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channe... Discord: https://discord.gg/Sju7YckUWu Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/daytondo... PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/daytondo... Patreon: http://patreon.com/daytondoes Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/daytond... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReddX... Merch: https://reddx-shop.fourthwall....

In this episode of Convos from the Couch, we are joined by psychiatrist Dr. Lin Lu, who shares her deeply human approach to building meaningful connections in mental health care.   Dr. Lu reflects on her journey from studying medicine and neuroscience to becoming a psychiatrist, shaped by her desire to connect with people on a deeper level. She introduces her philosophy of seeing patients not just as patients, but as people and explains how trust, empathy, and mutual respect form the foundation of effective care.    The conversation also explores how we view mental health conditions. Dr. Lu offers a refreshing perspective by highlighting the strengths that can exist alongside challenges—such as humility in social anxiety, passion and compassion in bipolar disorder, and authenticity in autism. Through real stories and thoughtful insights, she encourages a shift away from stigma and toward understanding. 

Amy & Kat go over some listener questions and emails. First, a listener is trying to conceive while three family members are pregnant at the same time. The jealousy is real and so is the guilt about feeling jealous. Then a blindsiding breakup over text after six months of dating. He's 39 with two kids. A TEXT. Amy and Kat have feelings about that. Another listener asks for marriage communication advice so we break it down the only way that actually works, explained like toddlers. And when is the right time to introduce your kids to someone new after divorce? Amy & Kat get into the general guidelines and the book recommendation Mix, Don't Blend. Plus two listener emails that could not be more opposite about “passing gas,” but honestly both of them are completely valid. Get some Feeling Things merch by clicking HERE! (FeelingThingsPodcast.com) Sign up for the Feeling Things newsletter HERE! Watch us on Youtube HERE! Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // threecordstherapy.com // @KatVanburenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Perfectionism can look like ambition on the outside, but internally it often feels like pressure, overthinking, anxiety, and the constant belief that nothing is ever quite good enough.In this episode of Thoughts from the Couch, I'm unpacking the mindset shift ambitious female entrepreneurs need to stop letting perfectionism run the show. We explore how perfectionistic thinking develops, why it becomes so deeply tied to achievement and self-worth, and how it quietly contributes to burnout, procrastination, overworking, and emotional exhaustion.Using a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) framework, I walk you through the exact psychological loop that keeps perfectionism alive and the practical steps you can take to start changing it. From thought logging and cognitive restructuring to behavioral experiments like the “80% rule,” time boxing, and exposure to imperfection, this episode is filled with tangible tools you can apply immediately in both business and life.We also dive into the emotional side of perfectionism, including the discomfort of rest, the fear of slowing down, and the deeper work of separating your value as a person from your productivity and achievements.This episode is for the woman who is successful on paper but secretly exhausted from carrying the pressure of always needing to get everything right.If you're successful on the outside but constantly holding everything together on the inside, The Balanced Boss is private coaching designed to help things feel calmer, steadier, and more sustainable without giving up your ambition.https://www.justinecarino.com/the-balanced-boss

On this episode of On the Couch, Sigmund Bloom sits down with Patrick Daugherty to dig into one of the most important — and misunderstood — questions in football: Are NFL general managers actually getting better… or are we just grading them on vibes and results. Pat's annual GM rankings spark a wide‑ranging conversation about team‑building, risk‑taking, politics inside front offices, and how fantasy managers can learn from the best (and worst) decision‑makers in the league. From blockbuster trades to quiet roster construction, Bloom and Pat break down what separates the sharp GMs from the ones who are just surviving. This one goes deep — team philosophy, talent evaluation, organizational psychology, and how all of it trickles down to fantasy football strategy.   watch on YouTube -> https://youtube.com/live/uk8W88gMTDQ   ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 — Is John Schneider coming for Howie Roseman's crown 05:00 — Will the AJ Brown trade go down as a Howie masterstroke 10:09 — Is AJ Brown going to be happy in New England 13:08 — Does losing AJ Brown expose Jalen Hurts 19:13 — Why Monti Ossenfort ranks dead last 27:21 — What we know (and don't know) about the three new NFL GMs 32:06 — Does the Myles Garrett trade redeem the Ty Simpson pick for the Rams 38:29 — Why great NFL and fantasy GMs must take risks 43:40 — Why political GMs might actually be the worst GMs  

A heads-up before you press play: this is a bonus crossover from my true crime podcast, Murder on the Couch, dropping into your Virtual Couch / Waking Up to Narcissism feed. It's heavier than usual and opens with a disturbing familicide case that I don't sugarcoat, so if that's not where you are right now, it's completely okay to sit this one out and come back when you're ready. If you stay, I use the case to get at the things we talk about all the time—shame, compartmentalization, the altruistic defense, emotional immaturity, and differentiation—because the behavior is horrific, but the psychology underneath it is deeply human. John List killed his wife, his mother, and his three children—then walked away convinced God would understand. Murder on the Couch is back. Licensed therapist Tony Overbay reopens one of true crime's most chilling family annihilation cases, but not for the manhunt or the famous 18 years List spent hiding in plain sight as "Bob Clark." Tony sits with the question that actually keeps him up at night: how does a devout, rule-following Sunday school teacher reach a place where murder becomes, in his own mind, the most loving thing he could do? If you've ever performed "fine" while something was quietly falling apart inside you, this one lands closer to home than you'd expect. In this episode: Untangle guilt ("I did something bad") from shame ("I am bad")—and why shame left in the dark only grows heavier Spot the "altruistic defense": how control and harm get repackaged as love, devotion, and protection See how rigidity, compartmentalization, and a performed self can hollow a person out long before any crisis hits Learn the ACT distinction between the conceptualized self (the story) and the observing self (the awareness)—and why List had no one home to catch him when the story collapsed Drawing on acceptance and commitment therapy, David Schnarch's work on differentiation, and Richard Rohr's reframe of shame, Tony brings 600-plus episodes of clinical insight to the cases that won't let him go. Shame grows in concealment and shrinks in connection. And Tony's looking for a co-host—if a case has gotten under your skin and you know why, email contact@tonyoverbay.com and pitch it. 00:00 Bonus Episode Setup 00:21 Murder on the Couch Returns 02:56 Content Warning and Themes 05:53 John List Case Opens 08:46 Show Relaunch and Co-Host Invite 12:40 John List Background and Unraveling 17:31 Compartmentalization Explained 19:53 Shame Versus Guilt 24:21 ACT Defusion and Healing 25:47 Shame Architecture of John List 28:21 Altruistic Defense and Covert Narcissism 30:49 Narcissistic Injury 31:26 Altruistic Defense 35:32 Love Versus Control 36:29 Rigidity Explained 38:08 Rules And Fragility 42:06 Eighteen Years Hidden 45:40 Conceptualized Self 48:35 Excavating The Self 52:56 Why This Case Haunts 54:31 Faith And Performance 58:07 Tell The Truth 59:41 Closing And Co-Hosts Please follow Tony on Instagram @virtual.couch on Tiktok @virtualcouch on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tonyoverbaylmft and on Substack https://thevirtualcouch.substack.com/ You can reach out to Tony through his website tonyoverbay.com or by emailing contact @ tonyoverbay.com

A heads-up before you press play: this is a bonus crossover from my true crime podcast, Murder on the Couch, dropping into your Virtual Couch / Waking Up to Narcissism feed. It's heavier than usual and opens with a disturbing familicide case that I don't sugarcoat, so if that's not where you are right now, it's completely okay to sit this one out and come back when you're ready. If you stay, I use the case to get at the things we talk about all the time—shame, compartmentalization, the altruistic defense, emotional immaturity, and differentiation—because the behavior is horrific, but the psychology underneath it is deeply human. John List killed his wife, his mother, and his three children—then walked away convinced God would understand. Murder on the Couch is back. Licensed therapist Tony Overbay reopens one of true crime's most chilling family annihilation cases, but not for the manhunt or the famous 18 years List spent hiding in plain sight as "Bob Clark." Tony sits with the question that actually keeps him up at night: how does a devout, rule-following Sunday school teacher reach a place where murder becomes, in his own mind, the most loving thing he could do? If you've ever performed "fine" while something was quietly falling apart inside you, this one lands closer to home than you'd expect. In this episode: Untangle guilt ("I did something bad") from shame ("I am bad")—and why shame left in the dark only grows heavier Spot the "altruistic defense": how control and harm get repackaged as love, devotion, and protection See how rigidity, compartmentalization, and a performed self can hollow a person out long before any crisis hits Learn the ACT distinction between the conceptualized self (the story) and the observing self (the awareness)—and why List had no one home to catch him when the story collapsed Drawing on acceptance and commitment therapy, David Schnarch's work on differentiation, and Richard Rohr's reframe of shame, Tony brings 600-plus episodes of clinical insight to the cases that won't let him go. Shame grows in concealment and shrinks in connection. And Tony's looking for a co-host—if a case has gotten under your skin and you know why, email contact@tonyoverbay.com and pitch it. 00:00 Bonus Episode Setup 00:21 Murder on the Couch Returns 02:56 Content Warning and Themes 05:53 John List Case Opens 08:46 Show Relaunch and Co-Host Invite 12:40 John List Background and Unraveling 17:31 Compartmentalization Explained 19:53 Shame Versus Guilt 24:21 ACT Defusion and Healing 25:47 Shame Architecture of John List 28:21 Altruistic Defense and Covert Narcissism 30:49 Narcissistic Injury 31:26 Altruistic Defense 35:32 Love Versus Control 36:29 Rigidity Explained 38:08 Rules And Fragility 42:06 Eighteen Years Hidden 45:40 Conceptualized Self 48:35 Excavating The Self 52:56 Why This Case Haunts 54:31 Faith And Performance 58:07 Tell The Truth 59:41 Closing And Co-Hosts Please follow Tony on Instagram @virtual.couch on Tiktok @virtualcouch on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tonyoverbaylmft and on Substack https://thevirtualcouch.substack.com/ You can reach out to Tony through his website tonyoverbay.com or by emailing contact @ tonyoverbay.com

Today's encore is on the 400th episode of Selling the Couch! It was truly surreal to think back to 2015 and the show's humble beginnings; reaching this milestone is beyond anything I ever dreamed of 10 years ago. I wanted to use this milestone to reflect on a few meaningful thoughts about staying the course to reap the quiet rewards. What does it mean to choose depth over scale and to build intentionally and slowly when the world often tells us to go fast? The truth in this concept of depth over scale is the most impactful lesson I've learned on this journey. In this episode, I'm focusing on 3 reflections that I hope encourage you, especially if you are in a season of slow growth. You'll Learn:My experience: Feeling behind when everyone else seemed to be scaling faster: “Am I doing this wrong?”What clicked for me: “Speed makes noise, but depth builds roots.”3 Quiet-Builder truths for longevity and depth:Slow growth is often the healthiest growth.We often think reputation comes from a single moment, but it comes from quiet consistency.Depth protects your nervous system. (“There is a cost for going fast. Depth is kinder.”)A business should give you life—not drain you.Want to know more about being a Quiet Builder? Check out The Quiet Builder Newsletter to get more of my reflective thoughts.--Ready to launch (or grow) your online course?Haven is our membership for therapists who want to turn their expertise into sustainable online income through courses, content, and simple systems that actually work.You'll get access to trainings, live accelerators, and a community that supports you every step of the way.Get on the waitlist: sellingthecouch.com/haven

Most of us instinctively understand that we feel better when we spend time in nature. But our relationship to the natural world is perhaps even more powerful than we appreciate. On today's episode, host Rachel is joined by Emily Long—licensed clinical social worker, certified nature-informed therapist, and yoga teacher. Emily shares research on the therapeutic benefits of building a more mindful relationship with nature, whether that means spending time outdoors, inviting natural elements indoors, even simply viewing nature through a window. Emily also reminds us how nature is deeply embedded in the yoga tradition.  From stress reduction and improved cognitive function to increased resilience and emotional regulation, this conversation highlights the many ways reconnecting with nature can support our well-being, and how our practice could be the perfect time and place to do so. "What we care for cares for us." — Emily Long. — What You'll Learn: • How yoga already reflects our connection to nature [3:08] • Stereotypes can discourage people from developing a relationship with nature [9:19] • Research: nature and our health [12:56] • "Softly fascinating stimuli" and the nervous system [16:12] • Reaping the benefits whether we enjoy nature or not [20:40] • Nature encourages social and community connection [23:44] • Practical ways to invite nature into indoor spaces [26:35] • Taking opportunities to go outside [29:02] • Natural imagery, honoring seasonal rhythms [30:59] • Ahimsa, reciprocity, and caring for the environment [37:33] — Links Mentioned: Watch this episode on YouTube Relevant research: Soga, M., & Gaston, K. J. (2025). Health benefits of viewing nature through windows: A meta-analysis. Bioscience, 75(8), 628–636. https://doi.org/10.1093/biosci/biaf089 Stevenson, M. P., Schilhab, T., & Bentsen, P. (2018). Attention Restoration Theory II: a systematic review to clarify attention processes affected by exposure to natural environments. Journal of toxicology and environmental health. Part B, Critical reviews, 21(4), 227–268. https://doi.org/10.1080/10937404.2018.1505571 Bettmann, J. E., Speelman, E., Blumenthal, E., Couch, S., & McArthur, T. (2024). How Does Nature Exposure Affect Adults With Symptoms of Mental Illness? A Meta-Analysis. International journal of mental health nursing, 33(6), 1889–1907. https://doi.org/10.1111/inm.13400 Ulrich R. S. (1984). View through a window may influence recovery from surgery. Science (New York, N.Y.), 224(4647), 420–421. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.6143402  Connect with Emily Long: Instagram | Yoga With Emily | Emily Long LCSW — Learn More: Find the full show notes at YogaMedicine.com/podcast-168. Learn more about insider tips, online classes or information on our teacher trainings at YogaMedicine.com. To support our work, please leave us a 5 star review with your feedback on iTunes/Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. 

Amy & Kat answer questions from listeners about how to handle growing distant from friends you don't want to lose, how to maintain a friendship when you're in completely different stages of life, Amy’s experience with Al-Anon for someone that’s curious about it, book recommendations, their favorite ADHD hacks, and what happened with Amy and her boyfriend. They also read two listener emails: Mahaya from Oklahoma shares a book that might change how you think about uncertainty and decision making, and Emily from North Carolina writes in after finishing The Correspondent with the kind of email that reminds us why we do this. Get some Feeling Things merch by clicking HERE! (FeelingThingsPodcast.com) Sign up for the Feeling Things newsletter HERE! Watch us on Youtube HERE! Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // threecordstherapy.com // @KatVanburenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy’s algorithm exposed her to purity culture hot tubs with worship music…which led to Kat sharing her algorithm…it’s all pregnancy and baby stuff all the time (i.e. Kylie Jenner gained 50 pounds during her pregnancy.) Amy went over a list of insults so intelligent you don’t realize you’ve been roasted until a few thoughts later. Sam from Boston called in sharing her go-bag hack for contact lens wearers, and Heidi emailed giving us the full mineral sunscreen download after three years of family testing. Get some Feeling Things merch by clicking HERE! (FeelingThingsPodcast.com) Sign up for the Feeling Things newsletter HERE! Watch us on Youtube HERE! Call and leave a voicemail: 877-207-2077 Email: heythere@feelingthingspodcast.com HOSTS: Amy Brown // RadioAmy.com // @RadioAmy Kat Van Buren // threecordstherapy.com // @KatVanburenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.