Podcasts about cultivating contentment

What happens when you choose to completely abandon a life of "quiet desperation" and trust the invisible, benevolent forces guiding your gut? In this returning-guest episode of the Miles to Zen podcast, host Shannon Miles Halliday sits down with men's intuition coach Doug Beitz  Doug shares his deeply personal journey from witnessing his father's unfulfilled life to breaking the cycle himself. He reveals how he went from serving as a professional firefighter to building an 18-room tropical scuba dive resort in the middle of Micronesia—and later, making global headlines by successfully selling it via a viral worldwide raffle. This conversation dives deep into the practical biology of intuition, spiritual frameworks like the Gene Keys, and the sheer courage it takes to leap when the universe gives you green lights but shows you no road.  Key Takeaways • Practical Tools to Train Your Gut Instincts Actionable advice on vocalizing desires to the universe, utilizing sleep intentions (writing notes under your pillow), and letting go of the need to control others.  • The Biology of Intuition: Diet, Energy Clearing, and Pendulums How the acid-alkaline balance, Gene Keys, nature immersion, and biofeedback tools (like pendulums) literally alter your body's physical frequency to pick up intuitive signals.  • Butterfly Signs & Real-World Synchronicities Doug and Shannon trade incredible, true stories of how paying attention to physical signs in the wild—like circling butterflies—averted near-disasters and confirmed massive life choices.  Memorable Quotes "What's more scary for me... is me getting to 60 and saying two words: If only. If only I tried." — Doug Beitz "All of a sudden, the lights went green—and there wasn't just three lights, there were 75 green lights. But when I looked ahead, there was no road. It was like a cliff... I realised the road was invisible, but it was still there." — Doug Beitz Connect with Shannon Miles Halliday: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milestozen/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@milestozen Podcast Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-miles-to-zen-podcast-with-shannon-miles-halliday/id1790460448 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3EjVDgfTg9yc5m29sKMXzQ Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2440331 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonhalliday/ Connect with Doug Beitz: Email: info@dougbeitz.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbeitz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dougbeitz/ Website: https://buymeacoffee.com/dougbeitz Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6mQ258nugC3lyw3SpvYuoK?si=7cec409527d34438 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/intuitive-conversations-with-doug/id1593172364 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-beitz-472a4b338/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dougbeitz178

Contentment is not about achieving perfect circumstances—it is about finding peace within whatever circumstances you face. This guide explores releasing the constant pursuit of more, appreciating what you already have, and discovering that enough is enough. Contentment is a skill that develops through practice. The quiet moment is where you cultivate gratitude for what is present rather than craving what is absent.

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What is one thing that you can do today to start your impact on God's Kingdom?In this episode, Jeff and Todd discuss: Surrendering your life to Jesus.Seizing the opportunities God provides.Trusting in God, not the resources of the world.Seeing God's picture as greater than what we can dream.Taking the chance to just start.  Key Takeaways: Don't be afraid to live your faith out loud. You never know who is watching and who is being impacted.God is enough. You don't have to know every verse of scripture or have all the answers. He is enough.Don't get so stuck in your own ideas that you stop listening to God's voice.God will expand our footprint as we scatter seeds and trust in Him during times of transition.  "I think we overthink transitions sometimes as if God doesn't know what's coming. And in my case, He not only knew, but He confirmed it in a way that brought a lot of peace." —  Todd Stewart Episode References: Hope Legacy Collective: https://hopelegacycollective.org/C12: https://www.joinc12.com/ About Todd Stewart: Todd Stewart is first and foremost a follower of Christ, one who seeks to live out kingdom principles and pursue kingdom growth on a daily basis.Beginning as a forklift operator and later becoming CEO of Gulf Winds, he charted an unusual course for the company: faith first, and profit followed. Todd graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University with a bachelor's degree in marketing in 1996 before joining his father in the bold logistics venture of Gulf Winds. His wife, Nikki, has adventured side by side with him through his rise to CEO; the raising of their two beautiful children, Lexi and Lane; and his travels across the globe, sharing the gospel of Christ with family, friends, and colleagues-and with those hungry to hear.Through the years, Todd has been honored by C12 with the Hero Award and by International Cooperating Ministries with the Rock Award. Todd personally lived the Gulf Winds story as a son, an employee, the CEO, and finally through the sale of the business. As he dared to run the family company with the mission of impacting eternity and a determination to put God first in it all, he saw firsthand the incredible things God would do with a business devoted to Him. Connect with Todd Stewart:Website: https://toddstewart.com/Book: Delivering Hope: Leading a Business That Builds the Kingdom of GodLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-stewart-0168a54/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toddstewart819/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583392180447  Connect with Jeff Thomas: Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-upEmail: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdvFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisorsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

What would need to change for you to finally feel content?In Part 2 of From Covetousness to Contentment, we turn from exposing disordered desire to cultivating a deeper satisfaction in Christ.Writing from prison, Paul reveals that contentment is learned, tested in both plenty and want, and grounded in Christ alone.True contentment is not self-sufficiency, but Christ-sufficiency.Even when circumstances don't change, the source of peace can.This sermon from Philippians 4:10–13 invites us to find “enough” by clinging to the One who is enough.

Send us a textI am beyond excited about my guest on the podcast this week because she's someone I've been wanting to interview for a loooong time! A New York Times bestselling author, Ivy League women's rights lawyer turned life coach, and host of the Unfu*k Your Brain podcast, she is none other than Kara Loewentheil. In our conversation, Kara shares her journey from law to life coaching, and emphasises the significance of thought work and self-compassion in overcoming societal pressures and internalised shame. We explore confidence as a crucial skill set for creating a life that aligns with one's true desires, rather than conforming to limiting societal norms. Kara also talks about why she prefers the term persistence to consistency in the realm of personal development, and we also explore the importance of cultivating a strong relationship with oneself. This episode is packed with practical advice and insights for anyone looking to embrace and thrive in their single life.05:25 Kara's Journey from Lawyer to Life Coach09:45 The Impact of Society on Single Women14:41 Understanding and Overcoming Shame18:18 The Power of Thought Work20:53 Consistency vs. Persistency in Thought Work23:26 Affirmations and Repetition26:29 Thoughts Are Not Facts29:37 The Importance of Inner Work30:38 Embrace Friction in a Tech-Driven World31:30 The Importance of Self-Reflection and Personal Growth32:46 Navigating Relationships and Self-Worth34:17 The Reality of Marriage and Emotional Availability35:59 The Illusion of Achieving Happiness Through Milestones37:34 Cultivating Contentment and Emotional Availability39:03 The Challenges and Rewards of Intimacy47:38 Empowering Women to Live Their Best Lives50:48 The Core of Confidence and Self-Actualisation53:31 Final Thoughts and Words of WisdomSign up for 'Create More Confidence', Kara's Pop-Up event on 8-10 December: https://schoolofnewfeministthought.com/confident/Check out Kara's website: https://schoolofnewfeministthought.com/Buy Kara's book, Take Back Your Brain: https://www.takebackyourbrainbook.com/ Support the showOrder my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Download my FREE PDF 'The Top 10 Answers To The Most Irritating Questions That Single People Get Asked On The Regular...& How To (Devilishly) Respond'? Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/questions Join the waitlist for my membership, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Interested in my 1-1 Coaching? Work with me HERE: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/workwithme Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!

If you've ever told yourself, “I'll finally relax when my relationship is better, my house is cleaner, my body looks different, my career is farther along,” this conversation is for you and me both. As we step into the holiday season - a time that invites reflection, gratitude, and sometimes a little extra pressure - I'm revisiting this episode because the message is timeless. We're talking about cultivating contentment in the life you actually have, not some upgraded future version of it, and how to feel more at peace inside yourself without giving up your dreams, your drive, or your big, beautiful goals. We'll look at the difference between quick hits of happiness and that steadier “all is well in my world” feeling, the paradox of being an ambitious human who also wants to enjoy today, and some very practical ways to take inventory of your life, question old beliefs about worth and achievement, and stop outsourcing your emotional climate to your circumstances. As you listen, I'd love for you to consider: What have you been making your happiness conditional on? And what might change if today, messy and imperfect as it is, actually counted as a good life? Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Introduction to Contentment 04:24 The Pursuit of Happiness vs. Contentment 10:56 Understanding Contentment 20:36 The Paradox of Growth and Contentment 22:29 Taking Inventory for Contentment 29:17 Exploring Core Beliefs and Values 32:55 The Impact of Negative Thinking 37:10 Contentment and Happiness 40:37 The Illusion of Circumstantial Happiness 46:20 The Journey of Personal Growth 52:32 Finding Joy in the Process of Life If you're noticing how long you've been living in “when things are different, then I'll be okay,” and you'd like a thoughtful partner while you practice something healthier, I'd love to connect with you. You can schedule a consultation with me or a member of my team; it's a private, secure space where you can tell us what's really been going on in your world and what you're hoping will feel different. We'll help you get matched with the right counselor or coach so you can feel more grounded, more understood, and more free to enjoy the life you're in while you grow into what's next.

Sunday School November 16, 2025 Passage: I Timothy 6:6-10

contentment, personal growth, faith, community, gratitude, motherhood, overcoming challenges, spiritual journey, self-worth, isolationEpisode SummaryIn this episode, we're exploring the theme of contentment, sharing some of my personal journey and struggles with feeling isolated and overwhelmed. Emphasizing that true contentment comes from God, not from external circumstances, and offers practical steps to cultivate a sense of gratitude and connection with others. TakeawaysContentment is often tested before we can teach it.Feeling isolated is a common struggle for many, especially mothers.True contentment comes from God, not circumstances.Practicing gratitude can shift our focus from lack to abundance.Community and connection are vital for overcoming feelings of isolation.Contentment is a journey, not a destination.We must anchor ourselves in God's Word for true peace.Our worth is not determined by our daily successes or failures.Being a homeschool mom is a calling and a unique work.We can find joy in the small blessings of life.

Do you see the successes of others as cause for celebration, or competition? Nat Crawford coaches us on what it takes to combat jealousy and cultivate contentment for every situation in life!As a thank-you for your support this month, you'll receive a copy of Organic Outreach for Ordinary People by Kevin Harney. It's a simple, practical guide to sharing your faith in everyday conversations—right where God has placed you.Yours with a gift of any amount.Thank you for supporting the mission of Christ.

Contentment means feeling at peace with who you are, where you are, and what you have. In a world that constantly throws us curveballs and sends messages suggesting we need more to be happy, it's easy to lose sight of this. But mindfulness can help us reconnect with a sense of inner well-being and self-satisfaction, without needing validation from the outside world. In today's practice, try this simple mindfulness exercise to help shift your focus toward what you do have, rather than what you don't. Join our Month of Mindfulness Challenge 30 days of short daily practices to help you slow down, check in, and care for your mind. To download the My Possible Self app: https://mypossibleself.app.link/podcast To follow My Possible Self on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mypossibleself  

Much of the material from this week's podcast comes from a blog post I wrote on cultivating contentment over a decade ago, but the same strategy still works today. If you've ever found yourself fixated on your problems and struggling to "rejoice in all circumstances," listen in! Show Notes VERSES CITED: 1 Timothy 6:6-8 – “Now godliness with contentment is great gain.....” Philippians 4:11-12 – “... I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances....” 2 Corinthians 12:10 - “That is why, for Christ's sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships....” Hebrews 13:5 – Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have....” Proverbs 19:23 – “The fear of the LORD leads to life; then one rests content, untouched by trouble.” Proverbs 14:30 – “A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.” Proverbs 15:15 – “All the days of the oppressed are wretched, but the cheerful heart has a continual feast.” Ecclesiastes 6:9 - “Enjoy what you have rather than desiring what you don't have....” Ecclesiastes 5:10 – “Whoever loves money never has enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied....” Luke 12:19  – “And I'll say to myself, ‘You have plenty of grain laid up for many years. Take life easy....'" RELATED LINKS: EP 10 – We Find What We Look For EP 51 – Waiting in a Way that Honors God    EP 61 – How to Handle Deep Regrets EP 81 – When You're Barely Treading Water  STAY CONNECTED: - Subscribe: Flanders Family Freebies - (weekly themed link lists of free resources) - Instagram: follow @flanders_family for more great content - Shop my books: Flanders Family Store - Family Blog: Flanders Family Home Life (parenting tips, homeschool help, free printables)  - Marriage Blog: Loving Life at Home  (encouragement in your roles as wife, mother, believer)  

What can the Golden Girls teach us about slowing down, saying “no” gracefully, and finding joy in motherhood? Turns out, quite a bit! In Kishshana Palmer's new book Busy is a Four-Letter Word, she draws important lessons about taking off the “badge of busy”, living intentionally, and finding meaning in beauty in our everyday lives through the classic shows The Golden Girls and A Different World.  We chat about how we can gracefully say no, how we can elevate our routines to meaningful rituals, how to find community and thrive as moms, and so much more! Kishshana is an international speaker, trainer, author, and coach with a 20+ year background in fundraising, marketing, and talent management who helps leaders create high performing teams.  She is CEO of ManageMint, Inc., an organizational development firm focused on helping everyday leaders live well and lead well. Her firm's work centers on equity and social justice and practical solutions for today's organizations. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Kishshana on her website and Instagram. Grab Kishshana's new book Busy is a Four-Letter Word The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk I am a Three Hour Mama blog post Related Episodes: Episode 146: “Don't Cause Your Own Chaos” - Reduce Your Overwhelm, Find Contentment, and Embrace Your Season of Motherhood - with Andrea Dekker Episode 168: Embracing Slow Living and Cultivating Contentment in a Hustle-Driven World - with Stephanie O'Dea Episode 181: Rest More, Stress Less, and Embrace the Gentler You - with Courtney Carver from Be More with Less *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

This week we start a new topic all about contentment. Why is it important to cultivate contentment? Tune in to find out. Join The BFF Community www.bloomflourishfitness.com

In this episode we take a closer look at Chapter 7 of Andrew's workbook and examine some of the essential ingredients of contentment including gratitude, connection and unconditional love. Distinctions are made among the terms joy, happiness and contentment as we discuss core values, visioning and purposeful goals. Listen to this optimistic episode as you choose to enhance contentment in your life and recovery.   Music credit: Neil Freebern Freebernmusic.com

CULTIVATING CONTENTMENT!In the final commandment of the Ten, God implores us not to covet. Coveting goes beyond mere desire; it's an intense longing for something that belongs to another. As we reflect on Exodus 20:17, we find a profound lesson in contentment and gratitude.

Are you seeking to simplify your life, embrace creative rest, or deepen your faith while pursuing your entrepreneurial calling? In this episode of the Work & Worship podcast, Jordan sits down with Ana Dellamuth, an entrepreneur, hand lettering artist, and creative mentor, to explore how to cultivate contentment and purpose in every season — especially as a busy entrepreneur. Whether you're navigating significant life changes or simply looking for encouragement in your work, this conversation will leave you feeling inspired and refreshed!

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Today is Thanksgiving in the U.S., where we give thanks for all our blessings and remember what matters most. Unfortunately, we are still heavily influenced by ads that bombard us multiple times a day and the unrelenting comparison that plagues us due to social media and not feeling "enough".  How do we cultivate contentment in a world of comparison? How do we see ourselves as "enough" when it comes to our stuff, our roles, and the stories we tell ourselves? Today my guest, Courtney Florey, and I discuss these topics and much more! Courtney Florey is a military wife, boy mom, & Decluttering Coach who is passionate about helping moms find contentment in life through decluttering their homes. Her heart is to help moms find freedom in letting go of things they no longer need while forming meaningful relationships with moms along the way, because life is better when it's lived together. Resources Mentioned: Connect with Courtney on her website or on Instagram Join Courtney's Decide to Declutter 3 Day Email Series Related Episodes: Episode 58: Strategies for Smoother Mornings and Being the “Mom in the Arena” with Mollie Donghia from This Evergreen Home Episode 146: “Don't Cause Your Own Chaos” - Reduce Your Overwhelm, Find Contentment, and Embrace Your Season of Motherhood - with Andrea Dekker Episode 168: Embracing Slow Living and Cultivating Contentment in a Hustle-Driven World - with Stephanie O'Dea *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

This morning Pastor Ryan continues our Family Month series with his sermon, "Cultivating Contentment in a Consumeristic Culture."

This morning Pastor Ryan continues our Family Month series with his sermon, "Cultivating Contentment in a Consumeristic Culture."

As we snowball to the end of 2024, how can we slow down and find contentment? How can we Simple Look Only Within and shut out the voices of comparison? Stephanie O'Dea, New York Times best-selling author and host of the Slow Living podcast, is sharing how a slow lifestyle can bring you peace and ease and how we can opt-out of hustle culture as overwhelmed moms. Her newest book, Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World is now available wherever books are sold. Resources Mentioned (note: affiliate links may be included): Connect with Stephanie on her website, Instagram, and her podcast. Purchase her book Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World Related Episodes: Episode 112: Opt Out of Mom Guilt and Let Go of “Either/Or” Thinking - with Stephanie O'Dea Episode 166: Why Compassionate Time Management Matters - with Kendra Adachi from The Lazy Genius *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/podcast Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person or virtual decluttering and organization coaching! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/coaching

If you've ever wished you could make life less complicated, you're going to love my guest on today's podcast. Brenda Yoder is here with me talking about contentment - what it is, how to cultivate it and what is keeping you from feeling satisfied with your life.You'll Learn:Why there is more discontent in our current society that in past generationsHow contentment and happiness are different from each otherCommon challenges to feeling content7 strategies for bringing more contentment into your lifeThe exercise I used to create more contentment in my marriageMy invitation to you today, Mama, is to chase contentment. Choose it. Figure out how to bring more of it into each moment. You're already good enough.-------------------------------My guest, Brenda Yoder, is a licensed mental health counselor, school counselor, speaker and educator. She is also the author of Uncomplicated: Simple Secrets for a Compelling Life; and Fledge: Launching Your Kids without Losing Your Mind.She's the cohost of the Midlife Moms Podcast and Facebook community. She also hosts and writes the Life Beyond the Picket Fence podcast and blog, covering a variety of topics on faith, life, and family beyond the storybook image. Uncomplicating Your LifeBrenda lives in a small Amish-Mennonite community, and sees how tourists flock there because there is something in that lifestyle that they want in their own lives.How many of us watch Hallmark movies at the holidays and long for those quaint towns and communities? We're drawn to the uncomplicated, less chaotic, less busy way of life. Visitors to Brenda's town think they would have to be Amish in order to have that simplicity and satisfaction. But contentment isn't about where you live or what you have or don't have. It's more internal - how you view the world and what you value. As a working mom to 4 kids and now a grandma to 3 little ones, Brenda understands that there's more to an uncomplicated life than just “slowing down”. She says, “It really is a sense of values clarification.” Clarifying our values, modeling them and seeing them lived out is not as common as it was in previous generations. Instead, we're inundated by technology, social media and other distractions.In Brenda's book, Uncomplicated, she outlines ten virtues, mindsets and behaviors for an uncomplicated life: resourcefulness, practicality, fidelity, equanimity & forbearance, stewardship, interdependence, being grounded and humble, foresight prudence and, of course, contentment. A Culture of DiscontentBrenda defines discontentment as “that one thing that's always out of your reach.” Maybe it's always looking to a new goal or experience as soon as you achieve something. As a parent, you might find yourself constantly looking ahead to the next stage, wishing for your kid to have better grades or better behavior. When you are discontent, you'll always be looking at what's out of reach, rather than seeing what you already have that can fill you up. You take things for granted, and nothing ever seems to be enough.Finding contentment comes back to asking yourself, “What if today is as good as it gets?” Can you be content and satisfied with what is here? Brenda explains that many people confuse contentment with happiness, but they are not the same. She says, “Contentment is a sense of ‘I am full, and I don't need more'.”In helping moms raise emotionally healthy kids, contentment is huge. We don't want our kids to grow up and be people who are chronically dissatisfied with their life. Our kids pick up on what we model and how we view our lives. Obstacles to ContentmentMany aspects of...

11.17.2024 | Philippians 4:10–23 | Rev. Román González

This week Pastor Brandon starts a mini-series on gratitude. Pastor Brandon focuses this week on what it means to be content in a consumer world.Support the show

Did you know you can LEARN contentment?  I didn't say it would be easy or a "one and done" experience, but it can happen.  Let's go to school and start cultivating contentment!

Contentment has been one of the most beneficial lessons we've learned in our marriage. It's helped battle comparison and has helped keep us grateful for the life (and stuff) that we have. Without an intentional focus on contentment our lives would no doubt be more filled with stress and anxiety. Sometimes the grass is greener on the other side, but contentment helps keep you grateful for the grass you have. New episodes are uploaded weekly on Saturday mornings at 7am Pacific / 10am Eastern Support us and the LeggLife Podcast by becoming a patron at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / legglife  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about LeggLife by following us on: YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.youtube.com/legglifeak/?su...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / legglifeak  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / legglife  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can reach us via email at legglife@gmail.com

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 380: Yoga for Stress Management with Radhika Mukhija   Description: We all live incredibly stressful lives, dealing with pressure from work, families, friends, and the political climate, on top of multiple crises around the world. It can all add up and leave us feeling stressed, burned out, exhausted, and overwhelmed. How can yoga and Ayurveda help us manage this stress?   Radhika Mukhija is the founder of Holistic Prana. For over a decade, she has guided women on a regenerative journey to wellness, helping them connect with their innate wisdom, embody their true selves, and create fulfilling lives. With experience in health, life, and executive coaching, Radhika merges ancient and modern science to create a holistic approach that blends ancient wisdom with clinical sensibilities, including neuroscience and biohacking.   Radhika shares how her mother's cancer diagnosis inspired her to embark on this journey. She explains how she defines stress, the symptoms of chronic stress, and how yoga and Ayurveda can be useful tools to alleviate this stress. Shannon and Radhika also discuss creating consistent routines and rituals to nurture ourselves, finding balance, the role food plays in our well-being, dealing with “un-yogic” feelings like rage and frustration, and more.   Key Takeaways: [0:21] Shannon shares something she recently re-learned. [3:51] Shannon gives a shout-out to the sponsors, OfferingTree and Shannon's 20-hour Yoga for Pelvic Health Training. [7:20] Shannon introduces her guest for this episode - Radhika Mukhija. [11:07] What does Radhika do and who does she do it for? [11:50] What got Radhika started in doing this work? [16:23] There are many different types of stress we experience. How does Radhika define stress? [20:03] How does stress manifest or show up? What are the signs we might be experiencing chronic stress? [22:49] How can we balance everything that is going on in the world - social justice movements, the after-effects of the pandemic, bearing witness to a genocide - on top of all the stresses of daily life? [28:11] What are some of the practices that Radhika shares to help people return to a place of restoration, peace, and balance? [32:29] Shannon pops in with a quick note about creating memberships and how OfferingTree can support you in that! [35:10] How can we distinguish between unplugging or going inward as a form of self-care to be able to be effective out in the world, versus something that is just ignoring things that are stressful? [48:04] How does Radhika introduce new practices to people knowing that they need to check in with themselves about what they need and people often don't like to be told what to do? [53:14] Connect with Radhika via Instagram or learn more from her via her courses and upcoming book! [58:07] Shannon shares her biggest takeaways from this conversation with Radhika. [64:18] Join the Facebook group to become part of a supportive community of yoga teachers and do leave a review for the podcast too! [65:39] Shannon shares a message from a podcast listener. Links: Radhika Mukhija Radhika Mukhija on Instagram Practical Embodiment - Self-Paced Online Seasonal Living Course The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 360: Nature Meditations with Ray Zott Ray Zott's Website Ray Zott on Instagram The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 309: Four Seasons of Business with Shannon Crow Eating Disorders Education and Anti-Diet Podcasts 048: Eating Disorder Education for Yoga Teachers with Tabitha Farrar  348: Yoga for Eating Disorder Recovery with Abbey Morris  218: Body Positive Yoga with Gillian McCollum 293: Eating Disorder Recovery & Yoga with Vivian Selles 338: Eating Disorder Informed Yoga with Jennifer Kreatsoulas 292: Taking Diet Culture out of Yoga with Jessica Grosman & Elyssa Toomey 067: Yoga for Every Body with Amber Karnes 219: Yoga for Abundant Bodies with Dianne Bondy The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 369: Struggling to Write Content is Normal with Billie Smith Move with Billie - Anti-diet Workshop The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 375: Why Marketing is Different Now with Tristan Katz & Brooke Monaghan The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 376: Collective Care Over Individualistic Self-Care with Muna Shakour The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 377: Cultivating Contentment with Mary Flaherty The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Team Guest Speakers in Pelvic Health Professionals Shannon Crow on Instagram The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group Pelvic Health Professionals   Gratitude to our Sponsors, OfferingTree, and Yoga for Pelvic Health 20-hr Online Training with Shannon Crow.   Quotes from this episode: "There's good stress and bad stress."   "How do we just shut the noise of what people are telling us to do or what the books are asking us to do and how do we really get in tune with our inner wisdom?"   "How do we balance all of this? We need to begin with ourselves and what we can control... it has to come from a place where we, not just our body, but our mind is in a state of balance and homeostasis."

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 379: Chakras with Indu Arora   Description: Chakras are a part of yoga, but a lot of us in the yoga world are not familiar with it. We may feel uncomfortable discussing chakras or may have a very limited understanding. In this episode, Indu Arora shares her expertise and insights about chakras.   Indu Arora is the founder and Director of Yog Sadhna. She is a yoga and Ayurveda teacher, mentor, and author, based out of the USA. Indu has been sharing simple, effective, practical, and grounded ways of living life through Yoga, Yoga Therapy, Meditation, and Ayurveda since 1999. She also offers in-person and virtual training sessions that focus on a holistic approach where body and mind are integrated with the inner Self.   Indu explains what chakras are, how they are related to yoga, the different texts in the yoga tradition that talk about chakras, and how we can access this information. Indu also clears up some common misconceptions about the chakras, and shares her personal experience in learning about and experiencing chakras. If you feel like teaching chakras is challenging, Indu has some tips on how we can make chakras more accessible and beginner-friendly, and so much more.   Key Takeaways: [3:10] Shannon gives a shout-out to sponsors, OfferingTree and Shannon's 20-hour Yoga for Pelvic Health Training. [5:35] Shannon introduces her guest for this episode - Indu Arora. [9:06] How should we pronounce the word "chakras"? [9:58] What are chakras? [13:26] Indu explains a little bit more about where the idea of color and qualities of chakras comes from. [18:42] What are some texts to learn more about chakras? [25:50] How would Indu explain chakras to someone completely new to the idea? [30:21] Shannon pops in to share some big news from OfferingTree. [32:28] Shannon and Indu discuss why teaching or sharing about the chakras can feel like a challenge. Indu explains another way to visualize the chakras. [41:18] How has learning about or experiencing chakras impacted Indu's life and yoga practice? [51:39] Learn more from Indu on her Instagram, her website, and her trainings. [55:55] Shannon shares her biggest takeaways from this episode. [57:35] Hang out with Shannon in real-time in Pelvic Health Professionals. [58:55] Shannon gives a personal update about an incident that occurred a few weeks ago.   Links: Indu Arora Indu Arora on Instagram Indu Arora's Resource Library Laya Yoga of Chakras  Upcoming Trainings with Indu Arora The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 288: Shavasana (śavāsana) with Indu Arora The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 377: Cultivating Contentment with Mary Flaherty Facebook Post by Shannon Crow about sharing misinformation Guest Speakers in Pelvic Health Professionals Shannon Crow on Instagram The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group Pelvic Health Professionals   Gratitude to our Sponsors, OfferingTree, and Yoga for Pelvic Health 20-hr Online Training with Shannon Crow.   Quotes from this episode: "Because what happens is when we learn one thing a certain way, we also get fixated by that certain way."   "Don't use knowledge just for verbal karate. Let there be a reason you have learned things a certain way."   "It's so important... to keep our mind open that there is more and we don't need to know everything that is more, but we need to keep space for more."   "One of the most important teachings in yoga is vairagya, let go, detach. So you have to have the courage to let go because there is more."   "The goal of yoga is yoga. Let's not forget that."

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 377: Cultivating Contentment with Mary Flaherty   Description: Amid so many negative things currently happening in the world, it can feel challenging to remain positive and be content with ourselves and our lives. How do we cultivate contentment? Is it possible? Is it important? What are some scientifically proven strategies we can adopt to navigate the ups and downs of life? Mary Flaherty shares more.   Mary Flaherty has over 30 years of experience as a psychologist and is a highly experienced university lecturer and curriculum developer. She has worked in Australia, Japan, Ireland, and the U.K and is also a researcher with published findings reported in TIME magazine. Her specific fields of interest include positive psychology, sleep, stress and anxiety management, meditation/mindfulness, and yoga. Mary has also been a yoga teacher for over 20 years.   In this episode, Mary shares more about her background, why she started studying contentment, and how it is different from happiness. She also talks about her new book "Keys to Contentment - from Science, Monks and My Mother", sharing practical tips about how to be content and manage challenging situations. Mary explains some aspects of how the brain works that might help us when life is hard and highlights why being positive is so important.    Key Takeaways: [2:30] Stand a chance to win one of two copies of Mary Flaherty's book in this episode's giveaway! [3:40] Shannon gives a shout-out of thanks to sponsors OfferingTree and Pelvic Health Professionals. [5:42] Shannon introduces her guest for this episode - Mary Flaherty. [10:18] What inspired Mary to write a book about contentment and the science behind it? [13:47] Why did Mary decide to include her mother in talking about the keys to contentment? [21:53] What are some scientifically proven strategies that help with contentment? [35:53] Shannon pops in with a message about OfferingTree. [37:56] How do we find Santosha in these challenging times we are living through? How do we balance being positive and grateful while holding space for what's happening to others around us? [42:20] Mary highlights why it is so important for us to become aware of our cognitive biases. [46:00] What is our role as yoga teachers when our students share with us the struggles they are facing? [52:54] What are some other things Mary hopes people would know about leading a more contented life? [63:03] Shannon and Mary discuss how useful it can be to slow down and notice the details of life. [65:08] Get your copy of Mary's book on Amazon, Kindle, Audible, and iTunes. Connect with her on Instagram as well. [66:08] What is one small thing you can try if you feel like you are far from reaching contentment? [67:16] Shannon reflects on her conversation with Mary. [71:22] Shannon shares about some of the guest expert calls available in Pelvic Health Professionals. [74:05] Shannon relates an experience she had recently that has been weighing on her.   Links: Mary Flaherty on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn Keys to a Contented Life: From Science, Monks & My Mother, by Dr. Mary Flaherty The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 258: What Does Science Say About Yoga? with Mary Flaherty The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 123: Habits for Health & Business with James Clear 311: A Small Seed of Personal Practice with Shannon The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode Crow 310: How To Create a Yoga Routine with Shannon The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode Crow Canada Land Podcast The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 376: Collective Care Over Individualistic Self-Care with Muna Shakour Ashley Oliver (@YogaAndMahogany on Instagram) Guest Speakers in Pelvic Health Professionals Shannon Crow on Instagram The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group Pelvic Health Professionals   Gratitude to our Sponsors, OfferingTree, Summer Biz Camp, and Pelvic Health Professionals.   Quotes from this episode: "Contentment really is the idea of internal balance."   "Contentment is sustainable again through the storms of life, it endures in difficulty."   "Nurture those social connections because they really will help us to be more content, to be less anxious, to be happier."   "The only way we can counteract cruelty is not with cruelty. It's with care."   "Yoga is a wonderful tool, especially when life offers us very challenging circumstances."  

Part 3 of our “You Can't Serve Two Masters” series is about cultivating contentment. How can contentment help us follow Jesus more closely?

Do you long to cultivate conversation, connection, and community? In this episode Tiffany talks with Karen Mangia, an accomplished professional and author of "Sundays with Salvator," written with her 100-year-old grandfather. Karen shares insights on living a fulfilled, intentional life, drawing from her diverse experiences at major corporations and as a trained chef and writer. Here's what you'll learn: Contentment vs. Chasing Metrics: Why choosing contentment over vanity metrics leads to fulfillment. Intentional Living: How to make choices that align with your values and avoid overcommitment. Traditions and Connection: The importance of family traditions in fostering community. Overcoming Fear: Practical strategies for managing fear through journaling, exercise, and mental fitness. Positive Intelligence: Using the Positive Intelligence framework to focus on positive outcomes. Empowerment through Choice: Making intentional pauses to reflect your true priorities. Balancing Life: Tips for balancing professional achievements with personal well-being. Karen's wisdom provides listeners with actionable advice for a balanced, abundant life. Tune in to start your journey toward contentment and intentional living.   Resources: Connect with Karen Check out Karen's book: Sundays With Salvator: 52 Recipes To Cultivate Conversation, Connection, And Community Take the Saboteur assessment For more from Tiffany, sign up for her newsletter.   Timestamps: [00:00] Intro [01:43] Meet Karen [02:15] ‘Sundays with Salvator' book [07:05] Importance of Sunday dinners and maintaining traditions [09:49] Intentional living and prioritizing commitments [11:19] Making intentional choices to avoid overcommitment [16:32] Contentment is the most worthwhile wealth [18:27] The tightrope between contentment and achievement [24:09] Karen's experiences with managing fear [29:30] The Ten Saboteurs

From Q&A on dhammakatha.org, given in 2024

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 3192: Discover the essence of true happiness with Kerry Ogden's insightful discussion on finding contentment within ourselves. Learn to navigate the blocks to contentment, such as entitlement and unrealistic expectations, and embrace a life of gratitude and acceptance, where happiness is not just a pursuit but a natural state of being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://kerryogden.com/2022/08/happiness-is-an-inside-job/ & https://kerryogden.com/2022/08/cultivating-contentment/ Quotes to ponder: "True contentment is not based on favorable circumstances. It's about awareness." "It takes compassion and strength to see ourselves clearly." "Recognizing and working with these obstacles clears the way to cultivate the roots of contentment." Episode references: Beyond Happiness: The Zen Way to True Contentment by Ezra Bayda: https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Happiness-Zen-True-Contentment/dp/1590309219 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 3192: Discover the essence of true happiness with Kerry Ogden's insightful discussion on finding contentment within ourselves. Learn to navigate the blocks to contentment, such as entitlement and unrealistic expectations, and embrace a life of gratitude and acceptance, where happiness is not just a pursuit but a natural state of being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://kerryogden.com/2022/08/happiness-is-an-inside-job/ & https://kerryogden.com/2022/08/cultivating-contentment/ Quotes to ponder: "True contentment is not based on favorable circumstances. It's about awareness." "It takes compassion and strength to see ourselves clearly." "Recognizing and working with these obstacles clears the way to cultivate the roots of contentment." Episode references: Beyond Happiness: The Zen Way to True Contentment by Ezra Bayda: https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Happiness-Zen-True-Contentment/dp/1590309219 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 3192: Discover the essence of true happiness with Kerry Ogden's insightful discussion on finding contentment within ourselves. Learn to navigate the blocks to contentment, such as entitlement and unrealistic expectations, and embrace a life of gratitude and acceptance, where happiness is not just a pursuit but a natural state of being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://kerryogden.com/2022/08/happiness-is-an-inside-job/ & https://kerryogden.com/2022/08/cultivating-contentment/ Quotes to ponder: "True contentment is not based on favorable circumstances. It's about awareness." "It takes compassion and strength to see ourselves clearly." "Recognizing and working with these obstacles clears the way to cultivate the roots of contentment." Episode references: Beyond Happiness: The Zen Way to True Contentment by Ezra Bayda: https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Happiness-Zen-True-Contentment/dp/1590309219 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How often do you find yourself pursuing the next big thing, only to feel a sense of emptiness once you achieve it?  If this is you then you might struggle with being content. In this episode we discuss how contentment isn't about having everything you desire,  it's a state of peaceful happiness and  acceptance of your current circumstances.  It's that feeling of fulfillment that comes from knowing you have enough, and that your worth doesn't hinge on external achievements. In our pursuit of a grateful life, we uncover practical steps to weave contentment into  our daily existence. I discuss the transformative power of journaling and how the cathartic release of decluttering, both physically and digitally, can make room for appreciation of the here and now. By engaging in these mindful practices, we not only nurture our well-being but also spark a wave of positivity . Join me, as together we learn to cherish our achievements and the simple joys that each day brings, fostering a life that's as content as it is connected.Connect with Leslie: Follow on IG: @yourjoyfulorderstyle Website: https://www.yourjoyfulorder.com/Email: lmartinez@yourjoyfulorder.com to schedule- Speaking Events, Interviews or Life Coaching SessionsListen to this Episode on You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsXoAYIM2mfclNtYiaOzIUw Shop my Journal (Gratitude, Goals & Prayer Journal) on Amazon:https://a.co/d/09Djvaw Read Blog Here: https://www.yourjoyfulorder.com/blog/

Melissa Kruger helps us fight covetousness and cultivate hearts of contentment.

What character defect, what sin would be the most opposite of contentment? Melissa Kruger explains.

Experienced mountain climbers understand this: they need to know the lay of the land before they tackle a tough climb. Scale to new heights in contentment.