Podcasts about daily acts

"The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty." - Proverbs 21:5That verse is often used to encourage people to avoid “get rich quick” schemes and other risky investments. However, it also conveys a message about budgeting. Dr. Shane Enete joins us today to discuss why budgeting is a form of worship.Dr. Shane Enete is an Associate Professor of Finance at Biola University and the author of the brand new book, “Whole Heart Finances: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Managing Your Money with Joy.”Why Do People Dislike Budgeting?Many people react negatively to the idea of budgeting. A CNBC article titled "People hate budgeting" spotlighted a financial professional who observed that over 60% of her clients felt as though they were "literally going to suffer" at the mere mention of budgeting. The misconception that budgeting is about reducing spending or losing freedom often drives this aversion. In reality, budgeting is a tool for aligning financial resources with personal and spiritual goals.Look at King David, for example, during his preparation for building the temple in 1 Chronicles 28–29. David's detailed planning and joyful devotion in allocating resources for God's temple exemplify budgeting as an act of worship. He saw his financial planning as a way to serve God and inspire others to do the same. This narrative offers a powerful reminder that budgeting can be a means of glorifying God and building His kingdom.Budgeting as IntentionalityA Plan for WorshipBudgeting is not about limiting joy but enhancing it by intentionally aligning financial decisions with God's purposes. As stewards of God's resources, we are called to manage money in ways that reflect His generosity and character. Daily Acts of GratitudeTracking expenses can become a form of worship. We develop a heart of gratitude by regularly acknowledging God's provision—even mundane payments like utility bills or DMV fees. This practice shifts our mindset from entitlement to stewardship, deepening our reliance on God. Aligning with God's HeartRegularly reviewing and planning financial decisions enables us to grow closer to God's heart. As stewards, we are responsible for managing resources according to His will. This intentionality creates financial margins that foster generosity, resilience, and a greater impact for His kingdom.Breaking the Power of Money Through GenerosityBudgeting also unlocks the potential for generosity. As Ron Blue has said, “Giving breaks the power money can have over us.” By setting financial priorities, we can intentionally allocate resources to support others and further God's work. William Wilberforce, a British politician, philanthropist, and movement leader to abolish the slave trade, once said, “By careful management, I should be able to give at least one-quarter of my income to the poor.” This kind of strategic generosity reflects a heart fully surrendered to God.A Transformative View of BudgetingBudgeting, when seen through the lens of worship, shifts from being a dreaded task to a joyful act of devotion. It enables us to live intentionally, reflect God's character, and manage His resources wisely. By embracing this perspective, we not only honor God but also experience the freedom, joy, and resilience that come from living as faithful stewards.If you'd like to dive deeper into this topic, check out Dr. Shane Enete's article, Budgeting as Worship, in the quarterly publication Faithful Steward. You can receive this resource by becoming a partner at FaithFi.com/give.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I waited until full retirement age to start collecting Social Security, and I still work full time. My wife is past full retirement age but has not started collecting her Social Security yet. If she collects from my Social Security, will that interfere with my benefits now or in the future?If I retired at 67 and got the full Social Security benefit, our only significant expenses would be our first and second mortgages. Would it be worth withdrawing big chunks from the inheritance money my mother left me and my brother so we could free up and live on $1,200 extra dollars a month?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly PublicationWhole Heart Finances: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Managing Your Money with Joy by Dr. Shane EneteLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

Welcome, Warriors, to another episode where we dive deep into the fruits of the Spirit, focusing today on love—how to actively embody this most crucial attribute in our daily lives. Today, we're drawing wisdom from Galatians 5:13.Our springboard for today's discussion is: Galatians 5:13 - "For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another."This verse compels us to consider how our freedom in Christ is not merely for self-satisfaction but is meant to fuel our service to others through love. It reminds us that true freedom is exercised best through acts of selfless love.Let's Start With:* Identify Opportunities to Serve: Look around in your community, workplace, or family. Where is there a need that you can meet? Maybe someone is struggling and could use help with a practical task or just needs a listening ear.* Commit to Daily Acts of Kindness: Choose to perform at least one deliberate act of kindness each day. Whether it's paying for someone's coffee or sending an encouraging text, these small actions can have a big impact.* Encourage Others to Love: Love is contagious. By sharing how you've been able to love others, encourage your friends and family to do the same. Create a ripple effect of love in your circle of influence.Conclusion: Making love visible isn't just about grand gestures; it's about consistent, daily actions that speak loudly of the love God has shown us.Question of the Day: What is one way you can show love to someone in your life today?Growth Challenge: This month, take on the challenge of documenting your acts of love. Keep a journal of your actions and reflect on how these acts have affected not only those around you but also your own spiritual growth.Let's Pray: Lord, thank You for the freedom You have given us through Your love. Help us to use this freedom not for ourselves but to serve others in love. Guide us in practical ways to demonstrate Your love every day. Amen.Remember, Warriors, love is an action. Let's put our faith into practice and make love visible in every aspect of our lives. Let's get to work!My Reasons To Believe is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome, Warriors, to another episode where we dive deep into the fruits of the Spirit, focusing today on love—how to actively embody this most crucial attribute in our daily lives. Today, we're drawing wisdom from Galatians 5:13.Our springboard for today's discussion is: Galatians 5:13 - "For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another."This verse compels us to consider how our freedom in Christ is not merely for self-satisfaction but is meant to fuel our service to others through love. It reminds us that true freedom is exercised best through acts of selfless love.Let's Start With:* Identify Opportunities to Serve: Look around in your community, workplace, or family. Where is there a need that you can meet? Maybe someone is struggling and could use help with a practical task or just needs a listening ear.* Commit to Daily Acts of Kindness: Choose to perform at least one deliberate act of kindness each day. Whether it's paying for someone's coffee or sending an encouraging text, these small actions can have a big impact.* Encourage Others to Love: Love is contagious. By sharing how you've been able to love others, encourage your friends and family to do the same. Create a ripple effect of love in your circle of influence.Conclusion: Making love visible isn't just about grand gestures; it's about consistent, daily actions that speak loudly of the love God has shown us.Question of the Day: What is one way you can show love to someone in your life today?Growth Challenge: This month, take on the challenge of documenting your acts of love. Keep a journal of your actions and reflect on how these acts have affected not only those around you but also your own spiritual growth.Let's Pray: Lord, thank You for the freedom You have given us through Your love. Help us to use this freedom not for ourselves but to serve others in love. Guide us in practical ways to demonstrate Your love every day. Amen.Remember, Warriors, love is an action. Let's put our faith into practice and make love visible in every aspect of our lives. Let's get to work!My Reasons To Believe is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe

Apt Inspiration on the Parsha given by Rabbi Menachem Apter. Shiur recorded in Yeshivas Ohr Reuven, Monsey, NY.

Paul came to Derbe and then to Lystra, where a disciple named Timothy lived, whose mother was Jewish and a believer but whose father was a Greek. The believers at Lystra and Iconium spoke well of him. Paul wanted to take him along on the journey, so he circumcised him because of the Jews who lived in that area, for they all knew that his father was a Greek. As they travelled from town to town, they delivered the decisions reached by the apostles and elders in Jerusalem for the people to obey. So the churches were strengthened in the faith and grew daily in numbers. (Acts 16.1-5, NIV.)

Summary This episode of “Coping” discusses the concept of courage and introduces seven daily acts of courage as outlined by Robert Staub in his TED Talk. Kevin and Kathy engage in a thoughtful dialogue exploring each of the seven acts and share personal experiences and insights on how these acts manifest in their lives as well as the importance of practicing courage daily. At the end, you'll be given the opportunity to rate yourself on each act of courage to determine your overall 'courage quotient'. Kevin Oh, hi, everyone. Welcome back to another episode of “Coping”. Kathy Yes, welcome back, everyone. Today, we want to continue our discussion on courage that we started our last podcast. And I have a question for you, Kevin: would you consider yourself a courageous person? Kevin Well, based on our last podcast episode conversation, I've been rethinking my definition of courage, the models and myths that I've developed over the years. I would say that I am a risk taker. I like to take risks, I like that feeling of taking a leap of faith, and then that leap being met with some success or improvement. So I don't know if I would say I'm courageous, but I definitely am open to taking calculated risks. And what about you? Do you consider yourself to be a courageous person? Kathy I think the same applies to if I consider myself to be a creative person. The answer is traditionally no. But I think that if I look into my life, I see lots of acts of courage and risk-taking. So others would say that about me. So I think this discussion today is really going to widen and round out our view of what courage looks like. So let's get started. Kathy So as you all know, in a recent spring retreat, I shared about this topic of courage. And I also introduced executive leadership coach speaker Robert Staub, who did a 2016 TED Talk called Daily Acts of Courage. And there he talks about how we can practice small acts every day to strengthen the courage of our hearts. It's such an interesting concept. And there are actually seven everyday acts of courage we can all engage in every single day to build up our courage. Kathy So the first act of courage is the courage to dream and express it. Do you have visions, goals, and dreams, Kevin? How's that for you? Kevin Yes, ever since a young age, I was a dreamer, had big plans for my life, envisioned my goals and went after them. I would say I erred on the side of dreaming and didn't always have a plan to accomplish those dreams and goals. In our relationship, I'm definitely the dreamer, but you're the person that helps make those dreams and goals become a reality. So that's why I think we partner well together. What about you? How do you express your dreaming and goal setting in your life, knowing that you're a very practical person? Kathy So I would say, and I often say to students, it's okay not to be a dreamer, not to have a dream, but what happens though is that we do have to have a plan for our lives moving forward. And if you look into my life, you see lots of dreaming, lots of ideas being carried out. There's two sources. We have to tap into the sources of where our dreaming can come from. For me, it has been my faith, where I actively am listening. That would be the number one source. And the second place is for the needs of those people I serve, I'm always dreaming for them. And that is how the dream comes true for me. I personally still to this day don't have any dreams, but if I dream for those that I'm helping and serving, there's lots. And I can then take steps toward that, courageous steps towards that. So it's very untraditional. Kevin Yeah, and I think that that leads us to the second act of courage, which is the courage to see current reality. This is something that I see you do particularly well, especially for the students that you work with. Do you have the ability to see the truth and not have blinders on? How do you have that unique and innate ability to see current reality? How do you do that? Kathy This is a really hard one, especially in light of how difficult our experiences are, the world around us, the reality, the harsh reality that we all are living in right now. I think first of all is that the ability to see reality is to admit truth to yourself, to be open to truth. I think it's a gift. I think discernment is a gift that we are given. So I've had that from a young age, the gift to see things as they are. But that doesn't mean that I wanted to always step into that. There was a period of time in my life where I shut my eyes to the harsh reality and I lived in a fantasy world and a dream-like state of like, oh, everyone's helpful, everyone's nice, everyone has my best interest at heart. Kathy I don't believe that any longer, sadly. But I know that now we live in a broken world, but we're here to help redeem the broken places. So that helps me to embrace the truth of things because only when we can see broken things as they are can we actually move in to try and come alongside to help fix, support, et cetera. Kevin Hmm. Yeah. Yeah. Kathy And what about you? Do you feel like you have the ability to see truth without the blinders on? Kevin I've had to learn how to do this. I think the practice of seeing current reality and accepting it and not getting lost in the dream world like you said, is a practice I've developed in my work as a chaplain with other people, especially those who are sick and in pain in the hospital, getting new diagnoses. There's a sacredness and the ability to be present to somebody in their story and in their pain and not try to silver line their difficult and challenging experience. And so to support somebody who is struggling is the ability to see them and their pain and not trying to fix it. So I've, I've practiced that quite a lot in my work and gotten pretty good at it. Even though it doesn't come as naturally to me. Kathy Yes. To sit in the present reality with them, which is very bleak at times. Kevin Right. Right. Kathy And you know, that leads us to the third act of courage, the courage to confront. You know, truth has a lot to do with courage. So first we're talking about the truth of acknowledging reality. And then the second part is the courage to confront. And this one, as we know, is especially difficult. One I've had to work on over the years to be able to not only see the truth, but then confront it when necessary. I would say that I'm okay at doing it. I just know it's part of leadership now. And it's just one of those things, skills that you can have. It doesn't ever make it any easier, I would say, but I do have that skill now in my tool bag, but it's still really hard. How about you? Kevin Yeah, I think that when I think about confrontation it makes me a little bit nervous. I don't like hurting other people's feelings. I care way too much about what people think about me, how they perceive me, and I want everybody to like me. And so confrontation is a hard practice when you care a lot about those things and for me a little bit too much about those things. But I've learned in my life that the most meaningful relationships, the most meaningful experiences, are the ones where I'm willing to speak the truth, to tell the truth to somebody, to endure confrontation, and to face things head-on. And so I don't like to be the one to initiate the confrontation, but if somebody has something they want to tell me about that I've done, something that I did or said and wasn't aware of, I want somebody to point it out to me because I don't want to be, you know, hurting other people's feelings or to be doing something that I haven't given a lot of thought to so, yeah, confrontation is hard, but I've I've learned that there can be some good that comes from healthy confrontation. Kathy Yes, that's actually the fourth act of courage that you're talking about. So the third one is the courage to confront and the fourth is the courage to be confronted. Kevin Yeah, I think I find this one to be much easier for me. What about for you? How do you feel about confronting and being confronted? Kathy Yeah, so again, I think both these areas have had to work on a lot as a two on the Enneagram -- helper -- I didn't like other people's perception of me and that was very hard. I was very sensitive as a young child to criticism, to people saying things. As I grew older I began to understand the value of standing up for truth. I am an advocate. So being able to confront others, but then also having to be confronted. It works both sides of the coin -- If we can confront we have to be able to be confronted. So it's hard But I would say again, it's something that I'm used to doing fairly often. I had someone do it this week about an experience that they had in one of our programs and they're like, "Oh, sorry to tell you this" and I was like, "No tell me. I really do want to hear because I desperately want to improve and for us to get better." Kevin Yeah, and that leaves us perfectly into our fifth act of courage and that's the courage to learn and to grow. And so like you just said, we're open to confrontation because you and I both share a value of always learning and always growing, being open to new ways of seeing things, new perspectives. We want to know those hard truths so that we can improve all of the ways of being in the world. Have you always been the kind of person courageous enough to always want to learn and grow? Kathy No, I'm not a risky person. I don't like change. I don't like risks. I don't like things changing, no. And I think that's surprising for people who see the outer view of me, because they're like, "You're always changing. You're always pivoting." And I'm like, yes, but I had to, again, step into that. And for me, it is faith. That's the core of it, that if I feel like it's a faith move, then I can step into learning and growing, because I know that my faith is empowering me and those around me. Kevin Yeah. It's so interesting to hear you say that you're not the kind of person that likes change and risk. I know that to be true about you, but I also see it as somebody that does want to always learn and always wants to grow and is always taking in new information, new perspectives and so I wonder if you could say a little bit more about how you wrestle with that tension in your own life. Kathy Yeah, I was gonna say that just like we talked in our last podcast about fear and courage existing in the same moment -- Is this the same, right? It's okay to not like risks. It's okay to not like change but know that all of the change and the growth and dreaming is necessary to move us forward to higher versions of ourselves, our callings our service and so if you're not wanting to do that. That's okay. I don't think I want to do it either. I would rather just stay home all day and watch my favorite Netflix shows and not take risks and not move forward. Yeah, like we all -- I want everyone to understand. like even people like us that you all see that are doing that, I personally, it's not my favorite. But again, it's about in the end you have to determine what kind of life do you want for yourself? If it's a life of stagnation or a life of growth and a life of growth involves work, investment, constant sowing and discipline. So whatever life you want, you know, if you want to live a courageous life, you have to put the work into it. So that's just the bottom line. You don't have to like it. I don't necessarily like it all the time, but I know that it's necessary. That's where the tension exists. Kevin So what's number six? What's the sixth act of courage? Kathy So you already mentioned this one, but this is one that's I think is really interesting. Staub says that the sixth act of courage -- courage is the ability to be vulnerable with others and living the truth of your story and also asking for help, being able to ask for help. You shared a little bit earlier about the vulnerable piece. What about you? Kevin Yeah, I love the correlation between living your truth but also asking for help. I have learned over the years that vulnerability comes naturally to those who have had a lot of hardship and challenges in their life. And so that pain is very present to me in all of my experiences, even when I'm having my most joyous moments, that sadness is lingering right there. When I'm sitting with people in their pain, I'm feeling my own resonance with that pain that they've had because of my own history of pain and loss. And so I think vulnerability is that ability to tap into my own experiences of pain and express some compassion for people who are experiencing that themselves. But true vulnerability is not suspended on its own. Kevin And so true vulnerability is coupled with good systems of support. When I'm just vulnerable, I'm just feeling pain and feeling the person's pain that I'm with. But the ability to show up courageously and to be vulnerable with somebody is recognizing that, yes, I do have my pain, but I'm also walking down a pathway of healing. And because I know that healing from that pain is possible, I can convey that to the person that I'm with. So vulnerability is not just a feeling. The courage of vulnerability is asking for help and having systems of support in place to support my pain so that I can support others who are in pain as well. Kathy It's interesting that you're talking about vulnerability isn't a feeling, it's an action because that leads us to the seventh act of courage, which is the courage to act. In the end, courage is not a word, it's not a feeling, it's not a label, it's an action. So if you have practiced the ability to step up and follow through in your life, then this is what he says: the seventh act of courage is the courage to act. Kevin And I love how each of the acts of courage build on one another and lead to action themselves. When we think about courageous people and how they're brave enough to make change in their lives, to take those leaps of faith, we can see it's not just one isolated decision, it's a series of decisions, a series of acts, if you will, that lead to even more action in their life. Kathy Yes, I love that he's built this bridge of courage for us in these seven acts, and they're so practical. I just have loved learning about this. And to sum up basically what we've done today, one of the quotes he says, he teaches, "small daily acts of courage can develop the cardiovascular system of your soul". Small daily acts of courage can develop the cardiovascular system of your soul. So I wonder today, how is your soul doing with regards to courage? We thought we would help you figure out your courage quotient today. Kathy We're going to review the seven acts. And what I would like you to do now, if you'd like to join us, you would grab a piece of paper. I'll let you do that. While you're grabbing your piece of paper, you want to number from one to seven. The one to seven is going to represent the seven daily acts of courage that we just talked about. So you're numbering your paper one to seven and then here's what we're going to do. When we talk about each act, I want you to think about on a scale of one to seven, one being the weakest, seven being the strongest, you're going to rate yourself to find your courage quotient. Kevin Number one, do you have vision, goals, and dreams? Then you may have the first act of courage, the courage to dream and to express it. Kathy So go ahead and rate yourself on the courage to dream. Kevin Number two, do you have the ability to see truth and not have blinders on? Then you may have the second act of courage, the courage to see reality. Kathy Rate yourself from one to seven on the ability to see truth. Kevin Number three, do you have the ability to speak up, speak truth to power and confront? Perhaps you have the third act of courage, the courage to confront. Kathy What's your score on the courage to confront? Write it down. Kevin Number four, maybe you are able to take critique and constructive criticism well. Then you may have the fourth act of courage, the courage to be confronted. Kathy Rate yourself on how well you can be confronted. Kevin Number five, are you able to step into the unknown and take risks? Then maybe you're able to exercise the fifth act of courage, the courage to learn and grow. Kathy How do you score on stepping into the unknown and taking risks? Kevin Number six, perhaps you have the ability to be vulnerable with others, tell the truth of your story, and also ask for help. This exercise is the sixth act of courage, the courage to be vulnerable. Kathy Rate your vulnerability score now. Kevin And number seven, maybe you have practiced the ability to step up and follow through. Then you are exercising the seventh act of courage, the courage to act. Kathy Rate your score for the seventh act of courage, the courage to act. So good job, everyone. What's your overall courage quotient? As you score yourself, which act of courage came easiest for you? And which one do you need some work on this week? Thanks so much for joining us for another episode of "Coping" and whatever you may be coping with, blessings to you.

In this episode of the 15 Point Plan podcast, hosts Ryan Greigg and Jacquelline Smith discuss the importance of serving others and finding ways to provide value in everyday life. They share personal experiences and examples of how small acts of service, such as sending a thoughtful text or giving a compliment, can have a lasting impact on others. By shifting our focus from ourselves to serving those around us, we can increase our energy, reduce stress, and create a positive legacy. Tune in to discover practical ways to incorporate service into your daily routine. ---------- Connect with the 15 Point Plan: 15 Point Plan: https://WinMakeGive.com/15-point-plan/ Win Make Give Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WinMakeGive Learn more about the co-hosts: Jacqueline Smith: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerae_smith/ Ryan Greigg: https://www.instagram.com/bentleysoldman/ Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

A new MP3 sermon from Bible Believers Fellowship is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: 091 And Increased In Number Daily (Acts 16:1-5) 1 of 2 Subtitle: Expository Study: Acts Speaker: Gregory A. Miller Broadcaster: Bible Believers Fellowship Event: Radio Broadcast Date: 4/14/2024 Bible: Acts 16:1-5; 1 Timothy 4:12-13 Length: 26 min.

Welcome to Episode 94 of The Perfectionist's Guide to Mothering! Today I'm chatting with Kendra Roehl and Julie Fisk. Kendra and Julie are Central Minnesota authors and collectively, they are mom to seven kids between the ages of 10-32. They believe in the immense power of authentic community and of intentionally living one's faith out loud through kindness and friendship. They have several published books, including the One Year Daily Acts of Kindness devotional, One Year Daily Acts of Friendship: 365 Days to Finding, Keeping, and Loving Your Friends, 100 Daily Acts of Friendship for Girls: A Devotional, One Good Word A Day and their newest, the One Year Daily Acts of Gratitude.* Some of the resources we mention in this episode include: Susie Larson Heaven by Randy Alcorn* N.T. Wright on YouTube You Bet Your Garden Podcast Cooks Illustrated Pancake Recipe You can connect with Kendra and Julie via: Their website: theruthexperience.com Instagram: @theruthexperience Facebook Pinterest Just a reminder that you can connect with me via: ⁠⁠⁠ Instagram @andreafortenberry⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ My website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Subscribe to my free magazine, Restore. ⁠ *Affiliate Link --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andreafortenberry/support

Is feminism a modern movement or have women always resisted control imposed on them by oppressors? What role did the queens and courtesans play in shaping Indian history? Why were they written out of history and how can we reclaim these lost stories? We answer these questions and more in this episode! For Week 3 of SparX's Indian History Month, we have Manu Pillai delving deep into the women figures of Indian history, often written out of mainstream narratives. About SparX Indian History Month:In January, we dive into India's history. In a four-part Series, we immerse ourselves in the complex net of human experiences that has shaped our world today. Manu Pillai, a best selling writer and one of India's leading voices on historical academia, joins us for an intimate and thought provoking conversation. For every history buff out there, you don't want to miss out on this!Chapters 00:00:00 - 00:00:50 - Coming Up00:00:50 - 00:01:02 - Opening Theme  00:01:02 - 00:05:34 - Where Are the Women in History?  00:05:34 - 00:07:48 - Women in the Mughal Era  00:07:48 - 00:08:40 - Source of Education for Women 00:08:40 - 00:16:42 - Stories of Feminine Resistance: Mirabai, Janabai, and More!  00:16:42 - 00:28:06 - Royal Women and Their Quest for Power00:28:06 - 00:32:30 - Iconic Women in Indian Politics - Vijaylakshmi Pandit, Rani of Jhansi and More!00:32:30 - 00:38:50 - The Feminist Movement and Devadasi Culture00:38:50 - 00:42:14 - Reason Behind India's Universal Suffrage 00:42:14 - 00:46:42 - Indira Gandhi's Rise to Power00:46:42 - 00:49:30 - How a Namboodiri Woman Fought the Charge of Adultery  00:49:30 - 00:53:17 - Daily Acts of Resistance00:53:17 - 00:56:44 - Why Were There So Many Lawyers in Pre-Independence Era India?00:56:44 - 00:59:52 - Indians in England: Cultural Assimilation, Health Issues, and More!  00:59:52 - 01:12:29 - Comical Anecdotes from History: Krishnadevaraya, Gauhar Jaan and More!01:12:29 - 01:16:34 - Repercussions of Colonisation: Interracial Relations01:16:34 - 01:17:52 - The Last Burmese King in Ratnagiri  01:17:52 - 01:19:47 - The Cambodian Pallava King, Nandivarman II, and Stories of Migration01:19:47 - 01:20:33 - Ending Comments  01:20:33 - 01:21:18 - Closing ThemeFollow us on Instagram: @sparxbymukeshbansal  Website: https://www.sparxbymukeshbansal.comYou can also listen to SparX on all audio platformsFasion | Outbreak | Courtesy EpidemicSound.com

Most of us admit to being overworked, hurried, anxious, lonely, and battered by uncertainty. We want to be thankful for all we have, but the chaos of our lives holds us back. On today's episode we sit down with the gals at The Ruth Experience to chat about their new book, Daily Acts of Gratitude: 365 Inspirations to Encourage A Life of Thankfulness. Tune in and be encouraged!Grab The One Year Daily Acts of Gratitude Devotional, here: https://www.theruthexperience.com/p/our-book.htmlFind The Ruth Experience, here: https://www.theruthexperience.com/ Partner with us through donating (A Wife Like Me is a 501(c)3 noprofit), here: https://awifelikeme.com/giveGrab our book, Dear Wife, here: https://www.amazon.com/Dear-Wife-Invitations-Practice-Connection/dp/0578470594Listen to the A Wife Like Me Podcast, here: https://awifelikeme.com/podcast/Grab our planner, Design My Day, here: https://awifelikeme.com/design-my-dayFind out your Wife Type in less than 3 minutes, here: https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/63b9c12b3108f50016d71ba7Grab our FREE marriage resources, here: https://awifelikeme.com/subscribe-to-a-wife-like-meSupport the show

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Good day Motivational Ninjas! Welcome to the Motivated Entreprnerpuers podcast. I'm your host, Dean Booty. And today I have a challenge for you. Try to do 3 things each day for other people that have no benefit for you and watch how your life changes. Hope you like and enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2VkXGHq Listen on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/39TYebQ Motivated Entrepreneurs Website: https://motivatedentrepreneurs.co.uk/ Please Like, Share, and Subscribe to Motivated Entrepreneurs Youtube Channel: https://bit.ly/3eA64u5   Cheers, Dean

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This week, Hallie makes headlines, with six trivia questions all about newspapers! We also read up on classic hip-hop, recent literature, and one of your favorite diversions!2:38: Q1 (Times & Places): Although William Randolph Hearst created the largest newspaper business in the world, he may be better known as the grandfather of Patty Hearst, known for being kidnapped in 1974 by what militant organization?7:29: Q2 (Arts & Literature): The Village Voice, America's first alternative newsweekly, was created by Dan Wolf, Ed Fancher, John Wilcock, and this novelist, best known for his novels “The Naked and the Dead” and “The Executioner's Song”.13:32: Q3 (Sports & Games): Sudoku, which became a common game found in newspapers around the world, originated with French puzzle setters who were experimenting with removing numbers from what mathematical array?25:26: Q4 (Movies & TV): The 2015 film Spotlight is based on the true story of reporters at what newspaper who investigated child sex abuse in the Catholic church?29:03: Q5 (Everything Else): Scholars usually credit ancient Romans with creating the first newspapers.  They were published chronicles of events, births, deaths, and gossip and went by this Latin name, which translates to Daily Acts.34:30: Q6 (Music): “A Letter to the New York Post” is a song by what hip hop group formed by Chuck D and Flavor Flav in 1985?Theme music: "Thinking it Over" by Lee Rosevere, licensed under CC BY 2.0E-Mail: quizandhers@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quizandhers/Twitter: https://twitter.com/quizandhersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quizandhers/Skeptical Skeptics Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/skeptical-skeptics/id1441503478Cormac on Twitter: @CormacsThoughts

Do women make dangerous friends? How can we trust women when we were hurt by mean girls growing up? Host Kim Wier is joined by Julie Fisk and Kendra Roehl authors of Daily Acts of Friendship to take the fear out of friendships – and more.  Kim is the author of the new book, Everyday God and The Art of Friendship.

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The Cool Cities Challenge is a non-political grassroots effort that encourages the building of strong communities and support social ties around emergency preparedness and lowering of the carbon footprint. It encourages connections between neighbors block by block. The results translates into higher civic engagement, safer, and healthier neighborhoods. John Crowley is co-founder of Cool City Petaluma 2030 and co-owner of the Aqus Café in Petaluma, California. He's a social instigator and champion connection-maker. It was his intention in starting Aqus Café to recreate an Irish pub atmosphere with a focus on social dynamics that create opportunities and support the connection of individuals, businesses, and nonprofits by bringing them together with their various interests, talents, and energy. He believes that social capital determines the health and happiness of a community and that as individuals of a town are provided more opportunities to interact and connect the entire town benefits. Leslie Curchack is a nature photographer and block leader of Cool City Petaluma 2030.Interview Date: 8/19/2022 Tags: John Crowley, Leslie Curchack, front porches, air conditioning, TV in 1950s, natural disasters, water stewardship, net-zero emission, Synthetic Limestone, Daily Acts calendar, interdependence, passeggiata, Community, Social Change/Politics

In neighborhoods across the country, citizens are building community resilience – one shovelful and one backyard at a time. Visionary citizen restorationists Trathen Heckman of Daily Acts and Jessie Lerner of Sustain Dane show how seemingly small acts like catching rain and growing food forests are turning green visions into action, with the help of local governments, school kids, businesses, artists and churches. This is an episode of the Bioneers: Revolution from the Heart of Nature series. Visit the radio and podcast homepage to find out how to hear the program on your local station and how to subscribe to the podcast.

Research suggests there's a small, simple act that, done regularly, can combat burnout. We'll tell you what that is and how to get started with it. Plus, how do you handle conversations about remote work with employees who can't…remote work. We'll tackle that now on Boss Better Now.

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Taking care of ourselves before we take care of others is so important, which is why today's episode is all about self-care. It's far more than a buzz word. It's essential to our well being, growth and and more. My guest this week is self care consultant and creative director, Candice Denise. Candice's own self care journey + wellness experiences, knowledge, personal revelations and struggles as an entrepreneur, coupled with her desire to empower other women eventually led her to create CD Creative Loft.  Now, she works with high achieving female leaders, founders, entrepreneurs and organizations, around the country, teaching them how to prioritize themselves daily, remove self-care from their to do lists, and work past the “guilt and selfish” stigmas often associated with self care. Candice teaches her clients how to easily infuse simple self care practices & routines into their busy day to day schedules to support their overall success, and maintain a lifestyle centered around putting their well-being, first.During this episode, Candice shared:How she personally defines self-careTips for prioritizing self-care daily, even on busy daysNavigating self-care routines or practices during challenging seasonsTips for morning and evening self care practiceWhat led to her becoming a self care consultantAnd much moreAlso mentioned on the show:Enjoy a sustainable and fashionable monthly wardrobe with one of Rent The Runway's amazing membership plans. Plus, enjoy 40% off your first 2 months of membership with code RTRFAM591773E at checkout.How to connect with Candice:Follow on Instagram at @candicedeniseWebsite: https://bycandicedenise.com/Learn more about her services and products hereLet's connect on Instagram: @shalycetyson and @behindtheglowpodcastWant to connect further? Email hello@shalycetyson.comSupport the show

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Gamification is a great way to infuse fun into the process of growth. Whether you're trying to be happier, less stressed or more fit, daily challenges can create momentum and accountability. Check out my Courageous love challenge. Want help creating your own Pleasure Project? Reach out to me on Instagram. I'd love to connect!

In neighborhoods across the country, citizens are building community resilience – one shovelful and one backyard at a time. Visionary citizen restorationists Trathen Heckman of Daily Acts and Jessie Lerner of Sustain Dane show how seemingly small acts like catching rain and growing food forests are turning green visions into action, with the help of local governments, school kids, businesses, artists and churches. This is an episode of the Bioneers: Revolution from the Heart of Nature series. Visit the radio and podcast homepage to find out how to hear the program on your local station and how to subscribe to the podcast.

We must rule over our domains in such a way to have order, rhythms, traditions, and anchors in our schedule that provide for this divine reflection of what God has done.

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Resources and a transcript for this episode can be found at bethel.ch/podcasts.Connect with us online at bethel.ch, by emailing podcasts@bethel.ch, or find us @bethelchurchwa on Instagram and Bethel Church WA on Facebook

Resources and a transcript for this episode can be found at bethel.ch/podcasts.Connect with us online at bethel.ch, by emailing podcasts@bethel.ch, or find us @bethelchurchwa on Instagram and Bethel Church WA on Facebook

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Hey Friends,   I often get questions on books I would recommend for our kids and honestly, more often than not, I draw a blank.    That's why today's bonus episodes of Pardon the Mess are dedicated to some of our very favorite authors and the children's books they have written. These are books you can trust and your kids will love. Below you'll find overviews of the books as well as links to the podcasts where we get the behind the scenes scoop with the authors.    Let's start with our younger kids (ages 4 to 8) and a conversation I had with Tricia Goyer and Amy Parker about their wonderful book, The Grumbles: A Story about Gratitude. Gratitude is a much needed quality in our kids, and this book (and our conversation below) provides great reminders for summertime.   Another great book for our littles is Claire and Anna Avidon's, I Can Do Hard Things. These two ladies chat with us about refinement, perseverance, and encouraging our kids to take the hard road when God calls us to it.    For our older kids (think ages 8-12), there's a great devotional by Sarah Humphrey and Amy Parker called Solomon Says Devotional: 100 Days of Wisdom from the World's Wisest King. Based on Solomon's life, the book offers amazing lessons on peer pressure, finding your voice, living in confidence, and so much more. Sarah gives lots of wisdom in our conversation, so don't miss it.    My last recommendation in this bonus episode is for girls ages 8-12, and it's all about friendships. The ladies from The Ruth Experience remind us of our need for deep friendships  and the importance of being present, not setting up artificial boundaries, and being willing to invite others into our lives. Their book, 100 Daily Acts of Friendship for Girls is a great one for helping our girls navigate friendships.    I hope these resources are a huge help to you! Grab a book and guide your kiddos well this summer.    Resources from today's show:    The Grumbles: A Story about Gratitude by Tricia Goyer and Amy Parker.    I can do hard things by Anna Avidon and Claire Avidon.    Solomon Says Devotional: 100 Days of Wisdom from the World's Wisest King by Sarah Humphrey and Amy Parker    100 Daily Acts of Friendship for Girls: A Devotional by Julie Fisk, Kendra Roehl, and Kristin Demery. 

Hey Friends, I often get questions on books I would recommend for our kids and honestly, more often than not, I draw a blank.    That's why today's bonus episodes of Pardon the Mess are dedicated to some of our very favorite authors and the children's books they have written. These are books you can trust and your kids will love. Below you'll find overviews of the books as well as links to the podcasts where we get the behind the scenes scoop with the authors.    Let's start with our younger kids (ages 4 to 8) and a conversation I had with Tricia Goyer and Amy Parker about their wonderful book, The Grumbles: A Story about Gratitude. Gratitude is a much needed quality in our kids, and this book (and our conversation below) provides great reminders for summertime.   Another great book for our littles is Claire and Anna Avidon's, I Can Do Hard Things. These two ladies chat with us about refinement, perseverance, and encouraging our kids to take the hard road when God calls us to it.    For our older kids (think ages 8-12), there's a great devotional by Sarah Humphrey and Amy Parker called Solomon Says Devotional: 100 Days of Wisdom from the World's Wisest King. Based on Solomon's life, the book offers amazing lessons on peer pressure, finding your voice, living in confidence, and so much more. Sarah gives lots of wisdom in our conversation, so don't miss it.    My last recommendation in this bonus episode is for girls ages 8-12, and it's all about friendships. The ladies from The Ruth Experience remind us of our need for deep friendships  and the importance of being present, not setting up artificial boundaries, and being willing to invite others into our lives. Their book, 100 Daily Acts of Friendship for Girls is a great one for helping our girls navigate friendships.    I hope these resources are a huge help to you! Grab a book and guide your kiddos well this summer.    Resources from today's show:    The Grumbles: A Story about Gratitude by Tricia Goyer and Amy Parker.    I can do hard things by Anna Avidon and Claire Avidon.    Solomon Says Devotional: 100 Days of Wisdom from the World's Wisest King by Sarah Humphrey and Amy Parker    100 Daily Acts of Friendship for Girls: A Devotional by Julie Fisk, Kendra Roehl, and Kristin Demery. 

Rabbi Shira and Joshua discuss the giving of the Ten Commandments, and what it takes to be prepared for “revelation” in our lives. Then they kick back with actor-writer-director David Wain to discuss his connection to Judaism, and the Ten Commandments-inspired film he co-wrote and directed, “The Ten”. Episode Timecodes: (26:01) David Wain Interview (46:30) Ken Marino defines the Hebrew & Yiddish terms we mentioned (48:09) Rabbi Shira's Guided Meditation