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Discover how just a few powerful decisions can transform your life, why doing nothing is still a choice, and how hidden secondary gains may be keeping you stuck. These podcast sessions are offered as an introduction and ongoing support. Deeper subconscious journeys and structured programs are available inside the Hypnosis with Joseph app, where you can begin with free starter sessions and get day, sleep, 4 hour sleep versions too:www.HypnosisWithJoseph.app
The fawn response is one of the most common—and most misunderstood—trauma adaptations. While many people recognize it as people-pleasing, saying yes too often, or avoiding conflict, fawning is far more than a personality trait. It is a deeply wired survival response designed to preserve attachment, reduce threat, and maintain connection when the nervous system believes belonging is at risk. In this episode of Trauma Rewired, Jennifer Wallace and Elisabeth Kristof explore the neuroscience of the fawn response, explaining why so many people learn to abandon themselves in order to maintain relationships. They examine how developmental trauma teaches children to prioritize attachment over authenticity, why boundaries can feel physically threatening, and how chronic self-sacrifice eventually disconnects us from our own needs, emotions, and body. Jennifer also shares deeply personal reflections on her own healing journey, including how fawning shaped her relationships, her experience of people-pleasing, and her recovery after surviving a kidnapping for the purpose of sex trafficking. Together, Jennifer and Elisabeth distinguish between acute survival fawning during life-threatening events and the chronic relational fawning that quietly shapes everyday interactions, work, friendships, and intimate relationships. The conversation also explores sexual fawning—one of the least discussed trauma adaptations—and how nervous system dysregulation can cause people to override their body's own signals in order to preserve attachment, avoid conflict, or maintain connection. They discuss why these patterns often continue inside loving relationships, how dissociation disconnects us from authentic consent, and why rebuilding trust with our own body becomes one of the most important parts of healing. Rather than viewing fawning as weakness or codependency, Jennifer and Elisabeth invite listeners to understand it as an intelligent biological adaptation that once protected survival. Healing isn't about becoming less caring or less connected. It's about expanding nervous system capacity so connection no longer requires self-abandonment. Key Takeaways What the fawn response really is and why it is a biological survival adaptation rather than a personality trait. The difference between acute survival fawning and chronic relational fawning. Why people-pleasing, caretaking, and self-sacrifice are often nervous system responses rather than conscious choices. How developmental trauma teaches us to choose attachment over authenticity. Why boundaries often feel dangerous to the nervous system. The neuroscience of attachment, co-regulation, and social survival. Why connection is a regulated nervous system state—not simply an emotion. How chronic fawning contributes to emotional suppression, shame, inflammation, and nervous system dysregulation. How false connection develops through self-abandonment. Jennifer's personal reflections on surviving kidnapping and how fawning functioned during an acute survival experience. The hidden dynamics of sexual fawning and why it often persists inside loving relationships. How dissociation disconnects us from our body's "yes" and "no." Why emotional processing helps restore authentic boundaries and self-expression. Practical ways to begin rewiring the fawn response through daily nervous system practice. If you've ever struggled to say no, felt responsible for everyone else's emotions, or found yourself losing your voice in order to keep the peace, this episode offers a compassionate, neuroscience-informed understanding of why those patterns developed—and how they can begin to change. Healing starts by recognizing that your nervous system was protecting you. Recovery begins when your body learns that authentic connection no longer requires self-abandonment Resources
In this episode of The Capital Raiser Show, Richard C. Wilson shares a live presentation on how artificial intelligence is actively changing how capital raisers find investors, how deals are sourced and screened, and how family offices are using AI to make faster, smarter investment decisions. This is one of the most practical AI-focused episodes in the series - built specifically for capital raisers who want to understand which tools matter and how to apply them immediately. Topics covered: - How AI is changing the capital raising process from outreach to close - Which AI tools family offices and investors are actually using - How to use AI to find, qualify, and approach the right investors faster - AI-powered deal screening and what it means for capital raisers - The biggest mistakes capital raisers make when adopting AI tools - How to use AI to improve pitch decks, investor outreach, and follow-up - Where AI creates the biggest competitive advantage in capital raising today The Capital Raiser Show brings together family offices, billionaires, and elite capital allocators to discuss capital raising, investing, and strategic growth. Subscribe for more interviews with top investors, founders, and family offices.
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Tobin and Leroy analyze the Miami Marlins' quiet trade deadline and their upcoming series against the Braves. They also debate whether Mike Trout feels like a "mush" watching Shohei Ohtani's success and struggle to recall movie titles featuring former Spider-Man actors. 01:12 - Marlins Trade Deadline 07:33 - Mike Trout Mush Debate 11:33 - Spider-Man Actor Trivia
They guys discuss the report that CBS has placed Tony Romo on leave and speculate on his potential departure from the lead broadcast team. The focus then moves to the Texas Rangers' strategy at the trade deadline following a difficult series against the Astros. They also share a humorous story about Zach Wolchuk using a wheelchair to attend a movie and rank the top offensive play callers in the NFL.
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Decisions. Decisions. Decisions. We all make them. From the time we get up to the time we go to bed. Some are more weighty than others. Today's message guides us on how to make decisions that are God-pleasing.
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The episode begins with banter and a recap of UncleBlacc215's TED Talk. The conversation then shifts to Carmelo Hayes' situation and the mystery surrounding his absence from wrestling events. The hosts discuss Baron Corbin's return and analyze the SummerSlam matches. They also share their thoughts on Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi, CM Punk vs. Cody Rhodes, the Intercontinental Title Match, Sami Zayn vs. Finn Balor, and the Women's Ladder Match. The episode concludes with technical difficulties and humorous commentary.TakeawaysMystery surrounding Carmelo Hayes' absenceAnalysis of SummerSlam matches and predictionsChapters00:00 Opening Banter and TED Talk Recap03:23 Carmelo Hayes' Situation06:02 Baron Corbin's Return and SummerSlam Matches13:17 Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi16:01 CM Punk vs. Cody Rhodes17:36 Intercontinental Title Match and Sami Zayn vs. Finn Balor25:19 Women's Ladder Match and Technical Difficulties
The conversation covers the topics of journalistic integrity in professional wrestling, predictions for the Summer Slam main event, the impact of WWE on radio shows, the creation of new radio shows and segments, and the discussion of stipulation matches and storylines in wrestling.TakeawaysWWE's impact on professional wrestlingThe influence of WWE on radio showsChapters00:00 Stipulation Matches and Storylines in Wrestling
This morning, we are reminded of the faithfulness of God, not just in the broader narrative of scripture, but in the very real and tangible growth of our church, Hope Church. Over the past couple of years, we've seen rapid growth, especially since moving into our current building, and with that came the challenge of accommodating more people. We've wrestled with this tension, and last year, we approached the owners of our building with the idea of buying the whole property. Though they weren't ready to sell, they offered us the opportunity to dream and explore expansion. This led us to a surprising turn of events: a man knocked on our door, offering a piece of land across from Daniel Boone High School that we had tried to purchase years ago. As of this weekend, we have this 20-acre property under contract, a testament to God's faithfulness and provision.Today, we delve into Romans 12:1-2, where we are called to present our bodies as living sacrifices and to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. Rick explores the will of God through four aspects: the permissive, prudential, progressive, and perfect wills. The permissive will allows for human choice, even when it goes against God's desires, while the prudential will involves decisions where God expects wisdom and discernment. The progressive will reveals itself step by step, teaching us to walk with faith, and the perfect will aims for us to conform to the image of Christ, reflecting His love, joy, and peace. God's will is always good, acceptable, and perfect, and He desires for us to align our lives with His purposes. As we navigate the future of our church and our personal lives, we are called to trust God's faithfulness, even when the path ahead is unclear. The Holy Spirit is always faithful, never forcing our will but persistently guiding us towards His perfect will. We are encouraged to take one step at a time, trusting that God has a good plan for our lives. Will you follow where He leads, knowing that He is always faithful?## Sermon Notes — Romans 12:1-2**Big Idea:** The Holy Spirit guides us into God's will through various aspects, teaching us to walk with Him progressively.### 1. Permissive Will of God (Romans 12:1-2)- God allows wide range of choices, even sinful ones.- Israel's disobedience in the wilderness is an example.- **Key principle:** God's permissive will means He allows human choices while setting boundaries and directing history toward His ultimate purpose.### 2. Prudential Will of God (Romans 12:1-2)- Decisions for which Scripture gives no direct command.- Use wisdom, prayer, and discernment.- Examples: Choosing a college, buying a house.- **Key principle:** Use your brain and discernment in making decisions God hasn't explicitly commanded.### 3. Progressive Will of God (Romans 12:1-2)- God reveals His will progressively.- He gives enough light for the next step, not the full picture.- Takes faith to follow each step.- **Key principle:** God teaches us to walk with Him through faith, revealing His will step-by-step.### 4. Perfect Will of God (Romans 12:1-2)- God's complete will for us is to conform into the image of His son.- His will is good, acceptable, and perfect.- **Key principle:** God's perfect will for us is to reflect Jesus' character and be equipped for every good work.### Practical Applications1. **Obey what is already clear** — Identify and follow God's clear commands in Scripture.2. **Take a step of faith** — Move forward with what God has revealed, trusting Him for the next step.3. **Yield to correction** — Be open to God's redirection and correction.4. **Trust God with what is hidden** — Have faith that God knows the full plan even when we don't.5. **Align your life with God's will** — Make choices that reflect God's good, acceptable, and perfect will.### Discussion Questions1. How do you discern between God's permissive will and His perfect will in your life?2. Can you share a time when God revealed His will progressively in your life? How did you respond?3. What steps can you take this week to align more closely with God's will for your life?4. How does God's progressive will require faith and trust in Him?5. What does it mean to you to conform into the image of Jesus, and how can you do this more in your daily life?
Never base your decisions on who is watching or allow people-pleasing to compromise your values. It takes real courage to stop the lie, admit when you are wrong, and choose what is right over what earnsapplause—because your peace and your soul are worth far more than temporary popularity. #FULLTANKwithBroBo #FULLTANKwithBroBo2026 #BoSanchez #DontLiveForApplause #Matthew14 #BeheadingOfJohnTheBaptist #AudienceOfOne #FaithInAction #SpiritualMaturity #TrulyRichMindset #CharacterOverReputation #Grace--- PS. Are you feeling tired and longing for a deeper connection with the Divine? Join me this October 25–31, 2026 for a journey of healing and restoration as we visit the miraculous Our Lady of Akita and the beautiful sites of Tokyo. Space is limited, so visit bosanchez.ph/japan to secure your slot and experience this Jubilee moment with us. May your dreams come true!To support my mission work, click this link now! http://BuyMeACoffee.com/brotherbosanchez
Performance debt builds while you are still succeeding. Learn how hidden costs erode your clarity, recovery, relationships, and future capacity. Performance Debt: Why Success Can Hide the Warning Signs The most dangerous stage of burnout is not when you can no longer perform. It is when you are still performing well enough to believe nothing is wrong. You are still working. Still training. Still handling problems. People continue to depend on you because you have given them every reason to believe you can carry the weight. But something has changed. Decisions require more effort. Your patience is thinner. Training feels mechanical rather than energizing. You are physically present with the people who matter, but part of you is somewhere else—recovering from the day or preparing for the next demand. Nothing has collapsed, so you tell yourself you are fine. That is how performance debt remains hidden. What Is Performance Debt? Performance debt is the accumulated cost of repeatedly sacrificing recovery, alignment, emotional regulation, and sustainable habits to maintain short-term performance. Put more simply, it is what builds when you keep borrowing from your future capacity to perform today. One difficult week does not necessarily create the problem. There will always be seasons that require longer hours, harder training, greater responsibility, and a willingness to push beyond what feels comfortable. Human performance depends partly on our capacity to rise when the moment demands it. The debt begins when the exception becomes the operating model. You stop recovering fully because there is always another deadline. You ignore physical warning signs because the workout still gets completed. You suppress frustration because other people need you to remain composed. You continue carrying responsibilities that should have been shared, changed, or released. Each decision appears reasonable by itself. Collectively, they begin consuming the capacity required to sustain the life you have built. Why Success Conceals the Cost Visible output is a lagging indicator. It tells you what you produced, but it does not reveal what producing it required. You can meet the deadline while losing strategic clarity. You can complete the workout while recovering more slowly. You can take care of everyone around you while becoming increasingly disconnected from yourself. This is especially dangerous for capable men because competence creates room for compensation. Your intelligence helps you solve problems even when your focus is deteriorating. Discipline allows you to override fatigue. Responsibility gives you an honorable reason to continue. Emotional control helps you conceal the pressure from everyone around you. The very qualities that helped you succeed can become the qualities that hide your performance debt. Other people may even reinforce the pattern. They praise your dependability, admire your work ethic, and continue bringing you problems because you always find a way to handle them. They benefit from your output without seeing its private cost. Eventually, “I am the man who handles it” becomes more than a statement of capability. It becomes a role you are afraid to question. The Interest Payments Begin Before Burnout Performance debt rarely announces itself through one dramatic event. It collects interest through small changes you can easily rationalize. Mentally, decisions take longer and your strategic range begins to narrow. You remain capable of solving immediate problems, but it becomes harder to step back, consider alternatives, or see beyond the next demand. Emotionally, irritability increases while your emotional range flattens. You may believe you are remaining controlled, but the people closest to you experience that control as distance, impatience, or withdrawal. Physically, sleep provides less restoration. Soreness lingers. Your nervous system stays activated even when the external demand has ended. You continue training, but the session becomes another obligation rather than a practice that builds strength and restores connection. Relationally, conversations start feeling like additional demands. The people you care about receive your presence in fragments and whatever energy remains after work, responsibility, and internal pressure have taken their share. None of these signals proves that you are failing. They reveal that maintaining your current level of performance is becoming more expensive. 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Performance debt accumulates before performance visibly declines. Recognizing it early allows you to protect capacity instead of waiting until you must rebuild after a breakdown. What Physical Training Reveals About Sustainable Performance Physical training makes this principle difficult to deny. A demanding CrossFit session, a heavy strength cycle, or a steep mountain climb creates stress. When that stress is followed by adequate recovery, the body adapts. Muscle is rebuilt, movement becomes more efficient, and your capacity increases. But repeated overload without sufficient recovery produces a different result. Movement begins to compensate. Technique deteriorates. Soreness remains longer. The body finds ways to complete the work, but those compensations quietly increase the risk of injury. You may still finish the workout. That does not mean the training is producing the intended adaptation. The same thing happens mentally and emotionally. You compensate for reduced clarity by working longer. You compensate for exhaustion with caffeine, urgency, and adrenaline. You compensate for emotional disconnection by becoming more controlled and task-oriented. For a while, the compensation works. Eventually, it becomes another source of strain. The body does not interpret relentless pressure as character. It responds according to stress, capacity, recovery, and adaptation. Your mind, emotional system, and relationships are not exempt from that equation. Strength creates growth when paired with recovery. Without recovery, strength begins consuming itself. When Your Best Qualities Become Expensive Discipline is not the enemy. Responsibility is not the enemy. Resilience and emotional control are not the enemy. The problem is what happens when these strengths operate without discernment. Discipline without recovery becomes self-neglect. Responsibility without boundaries becomes overfunctioning. Emotional control without connection becomes withdrawal. Resilience without discernment becomes the ability to tolerate conditions that should have been confronted or changed. A strength is valuable because it serves a meaningful purpose. When it is used automatically—regardless of context, cost, or consequence—it stops being a conscious strength and becomes an identity-driven pattern. You may recognize this during training. There are days when pushing through discomfort builds confidence and capacity. There are other days when pushing through is simply an unwillingness to admit that your body needs a different response. The movement may look identical from the outside. The internal truth is completely different. The same discernment must be applied to the rest of your life. Carrying more is not always evidence that you are becoming stronger. Sometimes it is evidence that you have not permitted yourself to put anything down. Recovery Alone Will Not Eliminate the Debt A weekend away may reduce immediate strain. A lighter training week may help your body recover. A vacation may create enough distance for you to breathe again. Those things matter, but temporary recovery does not automatically change the pattern that created the debt. If your identity still depends on being needed, you will return and begin carrying everything again. If you believe rest must be earned, recovery will remain the first thing sacrificed when pressure rises. If your worth is tied to output, any reduction in activity will feel like weakness rather than intelligent performance management. You do not eliminate financial debt by making one payment while continuing the same spending pattern. Performance debt works the same way. Recovery must be accompanied by a change in how performance is produced. That may require clearer boundaries, different priorities, more honest communication, better physical recovery, or the willingness to question goals that no longer align with the man you are becoming. The objective is not temporary relief. It is a more sustainable operating model. Audit the Cost Beneath Your Results Begin with the question most high performers already ask: What results am I producing? Answer it honestly and factually. Look at your work, training, responsibilities, relationships, and commitments. Acknowledge what is functioning without minimizing your accomplishments. Then ask the question that is usually ignored: What is it costing me to produce these results? Look beyond time and effort. Consider the mental, emotional, physical, and relational costs. Where are the interest payments appearing first? What feels heavier, slower, flatter, or more reactive than it did six months ago? Finally, ask: Is my current way of operating sustainable? Do not base your answer on whether you can survive another week. You probably can. Ask whether the same model can support your health, performance, relationships, and sense of purpose for the next year. There is also a fourth question, and it may be the most revealing: What have I already noticed but continued to override? Performance debt loses much of its power when the cost becomes visible and specific. You can no longer call the pattern strength once you clearly see how it is consuming the very capacity that strength is supposed to protect. Sustainable Performance Requires Integrated Strength The answer is not to become less ambitious, less disciplined, or less capable. It is to stop using your capability in a way that steadily destroys your capacity. Sustainable human performance requires pressure and recovery, discipline and discernment, responsibility and boundaries, control and connection. These qualities are not opposites. They are complementary forces that keep strength from becoming fragmented. Imagine carrying the same important responsibilities without the constant internal friction. Imagine training hard while knowing when intensity builds capacity and when it merely feeds an outdated identity. Imagine being present with the people who matter without feeling that their needs are another demand you must manage. That is not reduced performance. It is performance built on a stronger foundation. Your ability to keep going is not proof that your current way of operating is sustainable. The deeper measure is whether your physical strength, mental clarity, emotional resilience, relationships, and sense of purpose remain available while you pursue what matters. Your future capacity is not an unlimited line of credit. The work is not simply to keep performing. It is to become the man who can sustain what matters without consuming himself to do it. Rebuild the Capacity Beneath Your Performance If you recognize the hidden cost beneath your results, the Resilient Man Framework will help you examine the structure supporting your performance. It is built around four interconnected areas—physical strength, mental clarity, emotional resilience, and meaningful purpose—so you can identify where performance debt is accumulating and begin creating strength that remains available when pressure rises. Frequently Asked Questions What is performance debt in simple terms? Performance debt is the hidden cost that accumulates when you repeatedly sacrifice recovery, clarity, emotional regulation, relationships, or alignment to maintain immediate results. It is similar to borrowing money: you receive something useful today but create an obligation that must eventually be repaid. The difference is that the repayment may appear as mental fatigue, slower physical recovery, irritability, reduced focus, or burnout. One intense period does not automatically create debt. The problem develops when borrowing from future capacity becomes your normal way of performing. How is performance debt different from burnout? Performance debt begins while you are still functioning and may still be performing successfully. Burnout is one possible later consequence when the accumulated cost becomes too large to hide or manage. A person carrying debt may continue meeting deadlines, training, leading, and fulfilling responsibilities, although doing so requires increasing effort. Someone experiencing burnout may show more visible exhaustion, detachment, cynicism, or reduced effectiveness. The distinction matters because recognizing the accumulating cost early creates an opportunity to adjust before a significant decline or breakdown occurs. What are the early warning signs of performance debt? Early signs include needing more effort to produce the same result, slower decisions, fragmented focus, lingering physical soreness, reduced patience, emotional withdrawal, and difficulty being present in relationships. You may also notice that training feels mechanical, sleep restores less energy, or time away provides only temporary relief. None of these signs alone confirms a serious problem. The meaningful pattern is a rising internal cost combined with continued external performance. When several areas begin deteriorating while output remains intact, your operating model deserves an honest examination. Can discipline contribute to performance debt? Discipline can contribute when it is used to override every physical, emotional, or relational signal instead of helping you respond intelligently. Healthy discipline supports consistent action, recovery, and meaningful priorities. Misaligned discipline treats rest as weakness, ignores declining capacity, and demands continued output regardless of the cost. The issue is not discipline itself but discipline without discernment. A demanding workout can develop resilience when the body is prepared for it. The same workout can deepen exhaustion when it is performed only to prove that you never back down. Can rest eliminate accumulated performance debt? Rest can reduce immediate strain, but it may not correct the pattern responsible for the debt. A vacation, deload week, or quiet weekend can restore some energy. However, if you return to unclear boundaries, excessive responsibility, emotional suppression, or an identity built entirely around achievement, the same debt will begin accumulating again. Sustainable recovery requires both restoration and recalibration. You must restore neglected capacity while changing how you produce results. Otherwise, rest becomes a temporary payment made against a liability that continues growing. How can I begin reducing performance debt? Start by identifying what your current results are costing you mentally, physically, emotionally, and relationally. Notice where the interest appears first and which warning signs you have been overriding because you can still function. Next, distinguish temporary demands from recurring patterns. Reducing the debt may involve better recovery, clearer boundaries, fewer unnecessary commitments, honest conversations, or changing goals that no longer fit. The purpose is not to withdraw from challenge. It is to create an integrated way of performing that builds capacity instead of continually borrowing from it.
Three genuinely sharp financial minds sit down today and, one by one, admit to the same kind of dumb money moves everyone else makes. Not because they didn't know better. Because knowing better and doing better turn out to be two completely different skills, and your brain is very good at making bad ideas feel reasonable in the moment. This episode isn't about learning new investment tactics. It's about learning to recognize the exact moment your own mind starts working against you, and what to do about it before it costs you.What You'll Walk Away WithThe three specific flavors of overconfidence that combine into what one expert calls "a recipe for disaster"Why "I'll wait until it comes back" is one of the most dangerous sentences an investor can say to themselves, and when it's actually trueThe surprising reason financially literate people still make emotional money mistakes, according to research on an unrelated professionA simple writing exercise that makes you far more likely to stick to your own financial planWhy betting on what's familiar, your employer's stock, your home country's market, is quietly one of the riskiest things you can doA martial-arts-inspired mental trick for turning your own biases into tools instead of trapsThe real reason "this time is different" almost always feels true and is almost always the wrong conclusion to act onWhy This Matters NowIn your 40s, you've likely made enough financial decisions to have a track record, some smart, some you'd rather not revisit. The goal isn't to eliminate emotion from money; that's not realistic, and it's not even the point. It's to recognize the specific moments your gut is about to overrule your plan, and to have something in place, a rule, a person, a system, that catches you before it does. Confidence with money doesn't come from never being tempted to make a bad call. It comes from knowing exactly what you'll do when you are.From the BasementThe crew's year-long trivia championship takes a wild turn with a Spanish treasure fleet question that somehow ends in someone getting bonus points for pure luck, which is a fittingly ironic way to close an episode all about how bad we are at judging our own luck.Resources MentionedThe Behavioral Investor by Daniel Crosby — second edition available for preorderAfford Anything podcast — Paula Pant's showPersonal Finance for Long-Term Investors podcast — Jesse Cramer's showSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The biggest turning points in my trading journey weren't dramatic breakthroughs—they were a handful of small, seemingly insignificant decisions that completely changed the direction of my career. In this episode, I share the choices that made the biggest impact and how making the right small decisions today can lead to extraordinary results tomorrow.Support the show by leaving a rating/review.Your Trading Coach - Akil
This episode is a trip down memory lane as the speaker reminisces about the 1987 season with Mike Krukow, who was a key player in the team's surprising run to the playoffs. They discuss the impact of the team's general manager, Al Rosen, who made some bold moves that year, including trading for Kevin Mitchell and Craig Lefferts. The speaker also talks about the importance of a strong clubhouse culture and how it can make or break a team's season. The conversation also touches on the current state of the Giants, including the team's pitching staff and the potential trade deadline. The speaker shares his thoughts on the team's young players, including Luis Arraez and Susac, and how they're contributing to the team's success. He also discusses the challenges of dealing with injuries, like the one suffered by Casey Schmitt, and how the team can move forward despite them. If you're a baseball fan who loves hearing stories from the game's legends, this episode is for you. The speaker's conversation with his guest is engaging, informative, and full of insights into the game. So grab a snack, sit back, and listen to this episode to hear the story of one of the most memorable moments in Giants history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This episode is a trip down memory lane as the speaker reminisces about the 1987 season with Mike Krukow, who was a key player in the team's surprising run to the playoffs. They discuss the impact of the team's general manager, Al Rosen, who made some bold moves that year, including trading for Kevin Mitchell and Craig Lefferts. The speaker also talks about the importance of a strong clubhouse culture and how it can make or break a team's season. The conversation also touches on the current state of the Giants, including the team's pitching staff and the potential trade deadline. The speaker shares his thoughts on the team's young players, including Luis Arraez and Susac, and how they're contributing to the team's success. He also discusses the challenges of dealing with injuries, like the one suffered by Casey Schmitt, and how the team can move forward despite them. If you're a baseball fan who loves hearing stories from the game's legends, this episode is for you. The speaker's conversation with his guest is engaging, informative, and full of insights into the game. So grab a snack, sit back, and listen to this episode to hear the story of one of the most memorable moments in Giants history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Each decision you make transports you into a new reality.In this episode, I explore why every decision is a portal and how the choices you make today shape the person you become tomorrow. You'll learn how to make better decisions so you can consciously shift timelines, upgrade your reality, and intentionally step into the next chapter of your life.WILDLY WORTHY WOMAN HYPNOSISefiasulter.com/selfworth-hypnosis/ Let's stay connected: efiasulter.com | Instagram| TikTokRemember to review, subscribe, and share!**Enjoyed this episode? Support the podcast here: ko-fi.com/efias
We start the show with a report on a water-systems hack from Iran in Minnesota, and then we talk to Senate candidate Michelle Tafoya about men, women, sports, and the Indiana Fever. How is it that Socialism and Israel are the two issues driving apart the democrat party?
Join host Timothy Regan with Guest Dr. James Fishkin to hear all about Deliberative Democracy – a proven effective approach to bringing all citizens together toward realistic compromise. James Fishkin PhD leads this work all over the world, and here in the USA. Stories and principles abound in this episode for the honorable pursuit of authentic democracy! Talk it Out Radio- A how-to and what-to-do program where skilled hosts welcome guests and callers to practice empathy, mindfulness, and effective communication. Do you want tools for connection, conflict resolution, and compassion for self and others? We explore skills, knowledge and resources to empower you to connect across differences. The post We Know how to Make Big Societal Decisions Together – James Fishkin from Stanford appeared first on KPFA.
Send us a textThis is a timely, thoughtful episode that tackles two issues primary care can't afford to file under “too difficult” or “summer problem”. Fiona and Nik explore how bias can quietly shape consultations, clinical reasoning and patient experience, especially when we're tired, rushed or relying on first impressions, with practical ways to pause, reflect and challenge assumptions. They then turn to heat-related illness, a growing risk for patients we see every day, from young children and pregnant women to older people, outdoor workers, people who are socially isolated or using certain medications. If you want a practical, compassionate update on spotting who is at risk, recognising heat-related illness as a spectrum, and knowing when rapid cooling and emergency action are needed, press play now.Useful linksNHS Midlands Leadership Academy – unconscious bias toolkitNHS equality, diversity, and inclusion improvement planNHS England – conscious inclusion GP Trainee Essentials support package information, and the Red Whale CalendarSend us your feedback podcast@redwhale.co.uk or send a voice message Sign up to receive Pearls here. Pearls are available for 3 months from publish date. After this, you can get access them plus 100s more articles when you buy a one-day online course from Red Whale OR sign up to Red Whale Unlimited. Find out more here. Follow us: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedInDisclaimer: We make every effort to ensure the information in this podcast is accurate and correct at the date of publication, but it is of necessity of a brief and general nature, and this should not replace your own good clinical judgement, or be regarded as a substitute for taking professional advice in appropriate circumstances. In particular, check drug doses, side-effects and interactions with the British National Formulary. Save insofar as any such liability cannot be excluded at law, we do not accept any liability for loss of any type caused by reliance on the information in this podcast.
Dr. Marilee Adams shows you how to ask the questions that drive improvement and innovation. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How your inner questions shape your decisions and behavior 2) Why brainstorming often falls short–and what to do instead 3) The hidden assumptions that limit your thinking and creativity Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1171 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARILEE — Marilee Adams, PhD, award-winning author, is a pioneer in inquiry-based coaching, leadership, and organizational culture. The originator of the Question Thinking methodologies, she is CEO and founder of the Inquiry Institute and a consultant for organizations large and small. Dr. Adams is an affiliate instructor for Weatherhead's Executive Education Program at Case Western Reserve University and for ten years was an adjunct professor in the Key Executive Leadership Program at American University.• Book: Change Your Questions, Change Your Life, Fifth Edition: 14 Powerful Tools for Leadership, Coaching, and Results• Book: The Art of the Question: A Guide to Short-Term Question-Centered Therapy (Wiley Series in Couples and Family Dynamics and Treatment)• Email: marilee.adams@inquiryinstitute.com• Website: InquiryInstitute.com• Tool: Choice map— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth by The Moth, Meg Bowles, Catherine Burns, Jenifer Hixson, Sarah Austin Jenness, Kate Tellers, Chenjerai Kumanyika, Padma Lakshmi• Book: The Science of Storytelling: Why Stories Make Us Human and How to Tell Them Better by Will Storr— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Shopify. Sign up for your free trial at Shopify.com/awesomepod• Monarch. Get 50% off your first year with code AWESOME at Monarch.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Every season farmers face the same expensive questions: Should I spray fungicide? Does this field really need more nitrogen? Which fields deserve my attention first? How do I know the recommendation is actually right? At Tech Hub LIVE, Farm4Profit sits down with Kristine White, CEO of Spornado, and Jackson Stansell, CEO of Sentinel Ag, to explore two innovative technologies designed to answer those questions with data. Kristine explains how Spornado captures airborne fungal spores before disease symptoms ever appear, allowing growers to make preventative fungicide decisions weeks earlier than traditional scouting. The conversation also dives into fungicide resistance testing, predictive disease modeling, and the future of automated disease alerts. Jackson discusses Sentinel Ag's satellite-powered nitrogen management platform, which combines imagery, weather, soil characteristics, and proprietary calibration plots to help growers determine where—and whether—additional nitrogen is actually needed. The discussion expands into water management, nutrient efficiency, manure applications, and how AI could reshape agronomic decision-making. The conversation also explores: Disease forecasting Satellite imagery AI in agriculture Crop scouting Fungicide timing Nitrogen management Water quality Retail agronomy ROI on new technology Data-driven farming Startup innovation The future of precision agriculture If your goal is making smarter decisions before writing another input check, this episode is packed with ideas worth considering. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Send us Fan Mail“I wouldn't change a thing in my journey, as I wouldn't be where I am today.” -Mark YoungExclusive Insights from This Week's EpisodesFounders fear AI will replace them, but Serial Entrepreneur Mark Young exposes the costlier threat: staying trapped in work AI should already own. Discover the 10/80/10 shift protecting growth, leadership, and relevance.Episode Highlights[00:06:00] Mark reveals how AI anxiety left him facing sleepless nights and fearing his agency had 12 months left[00:08:00] The decision that moved his agency from AI fear to the top tier of business adoption[00:19:00] Why founders become vulnerable when marketing agencies control the language and the narrative[00:23:00] The costly mistake of paying for cheap marketing twice and still owning the failure[00:39:00] Why your business and health remain your responsibility when every expert walks away[00:40:00] The 10/80/10 framework exposing why entire careers are becoming obsolete[00:43:00] Why founders must stop doing work AI can handle and protect what only humans can doFull show notes, transcript, and resources for this episode:https://podcast.deepwealth.com/564The Deep Wealth PodcastMost entrepreneurs do not fail.They just carry too much for too long.The business grows. Pressure grows faster. Profits get harder to predict. Decisions cost more energy. Over time, focus slips and health takes the hit.The Deep Wealth Podcast and Deep Wealth Mastery are built from real experience. We're the only system based on a 9-figure exit. This system exists because guessing gets expensive.
What happens when health advice starts looking more like entertainment than medicine? In this episode, Farley and Jennifer examine the growing influence of social media on the way people approach wellness, beauty, supplements, fitness, and medical treatments.They explain how influencers, celebrity endorsements, discount codes, and carefully designed algorithms can make a product feel trustworthy, even when the person promoting it has no medical expertise. The conversation covers peptides, GLP-1 medications, supplements, wearable health trackers, dangerous viral trends, and the risks of buying unregulated products through gray-market sources.Listeners will learn why a personal success story is not the same as scientific evidence, how health data can become an unhealthy obsession, and why no wellness protocol works for everyone. Farley and Jennifer encourage listeners to research ingredients, understand possible side effects, get baseline bloodwork, and give a qualified medical professional the chance to weigh in.The episode closes by honoring Paris Hilton for turning her influence into advocacy and reminding us not to judge someone solely by their public image.Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro(1:12) Why social media health advice is risky(4:41) Celebrity influence and questionable brand deals(7:22) The appeal of instant wellness solutions(8:51) How Paris Hilton shaped influencer culture(12:21) Peptides, GLP-1s, and online health products(14:09) How algorithms turn attention into sales(16:47) When health technology becomes an obsession(19:12) Why wellness is never one-size-fits-all(24:33) Bloodwork, research, and medical guidance(28:12) Dangerous health trends affecting young people(32:28) How to judge wellness endorsements(38:39) Paris Hilton's advocacy and Got Grit Award(45:40) OutroSend us Fan MailSupport the showFollow us:Web: https://girlsgonegritty.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlsgonegritty/More ways to find us: https://linktr.ee/girlsgonegritty
Real change doesn't happen overnight. It happens through the small choices we make every day. Join Norb & Al as we explore the little habits and principles that lead to better health, financial freedom, stronger relationships, and a life of purpose. Your future begins with the choices you make today. Resources:
Send us Fan MailTrying to keep up with every social media platform can feel like a full-time job. The truth is, your best marketing strategy may not be posting more. It may simply be showing up in the right place.In this episode of Imperfect Marketing, Kendra Corman talks with travel advisor Ali Raymer about how she rebuilt her marketing strategy after COVID by asking one simple question:Where are my best clients making buying decisions?Instead of chasing every new platform, Ali focused on understanding her ideal clients, choosing platforms that aligned with both her audience and her own strengths, and creating a marketing system she could actually sustain.Whether you're a business owner, marketer, or entrepreneur feeling overwhelmed by social media, this conversation will help you simplify your approach and build a strategy that attracts the right customers without burning you out.In this episode, you'll learn:Why you don't need to be on every social media platformHow to determine where your ideal clients actually make purchasing decisionsThe importance of consistency over constant expansionHow to know when a platform is worth investing your time inWhy your current clients are your best source of marketing researchPractical ways to build a marketing routine that supports your business instead of taking it overAli also shares the story of how one missed client opportunity completely changed the way she approached branding and marketing, ultimately helping her attract the exact type of clients she wanted.If you've ever wondered whether you're spending time on the wrong platforms, this episode will give you a fresh perspective and actionable ideas you can put into practice immediately.Connect with Ali RaymerLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/alipicturethistravelWebsite: www.peaceandpearltravel.comIf you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to Imperfect Marketing and leave a review. It helps more business owners discover practical, honest marketing conversations that actually make a difference. Looking to leverage AI? Want better results? Want to think about what you want to leverage?Check and see how I am using it for FREE on YouTube. From "Holy cow, it can do that?" to "Wait, how does this work again?" – I've got all your AI curiosities covered. It's the perfect after-podcast snack for your tech-hungry brain. Watch here
In this message, Pastor Joel Taylor is speaking a message during our midweek service entitled "Day One Decisions". This sermon was recorded on July 29th, 2026 at our main campus in Florence, SC Support the show
If you're like me, you consume a lot of information. Many people do that through platforms like social media, but I tend to consume a lot through reading. Recently, I came across a phrase that really stood out: decision hoarding. What is decision hoarding? It's when you hold onto decisions instead of letting them flow. You keep your hands on everything, becoming the bottleneck in your business, your team, or even your family. It often means others have to come to you for every final decision. The problem is, when you're not there, everything stops. People become paralyzed because they haven't been given the tools, knowledge, or authority to move forward on their own. Then you return and feel frustrated, wondering why nothing got done. This happens more often than people realize. Decision hoarding usually means you haven't fully empowered others. You haven't provided clear processes, expectations, or the confidence for them to act independently. But empowerment also means allowing mistakes. I once brought someone new onto my team who struggled to make decisions because their previous environment was highly micromanaged. That kind of experience can create hesitation and even fear around decision-making. So I focus on giving people the tools, clarity, and permission to act — knowing that mistakes are part of growth. Many people who hoard decisions are actually trying to be perfect. They wait, overthink, and delay instead of making clear, timely choices. Fast decision-makers, on the other hand, understand that progress matters more than perfection. I saw this growing up as well. My mother tended to hold control over decisions, and when she didn't have that control, she would channel her energy elsewhere. It was a reminder of how deeply ingrained this pattern can be. But decision hoarding is paralyzing — for you and for everyone around you. It slows progress, creates frustration, and limits growth. If you look at nature, it doesn't operate this way. Nature follows systems and flows based on what's needed — air, water, fire, earth. There's a natural responsiveness and balance. We can learn from that. In our own lives, sometimes what's needed is clarity, communication, research, or simply space. Sometimes you need to step back and let others step forward. And sometimes, you just need to pause — stop over-relying on external input and think for yourself. There's a lot of power in allowing your own mind to work, to create, and to solve problems. So ask yourself: are you holding onto decisions that should be released? --- Follow & Let's Get in Touch! Official Links Website: https://sheevaunmoran.com/ Conference: http://epiclifesuccesssummit.com Blog: https://blog.sheevaunmoran.com/
Chris is second-guessing a tough choice he made in a recent game. What makes for a good, genuine tough moral choice in an RPG? Is it something the GM can (or should) deliberately create and build toward? This, plus discussion about which D&D class best describes Lyndon B. Johnson.
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Are you looking to save time, make money, and start winning with less risk? Then head to https://www.ovtlyr.com.Learn more about OVTLYR: https://youtu.be/TUCbD5KovlcWhat if the biggest thing holding back your trading... isn't your strategy?What if it's the fact that you're chasing the next strategy every single week?Seriously.Most traders spend years looking for the magic indicator, the perfect entry, or the secret setup that finally makes everything click. Ironically, that's the very thing keeping them stuck.This video flips that idea upside down.Instead of chasing shortcuts, you'll discover why the fastest traders to improve are usually the ones who slow down, commit to one repeatable process, and let consistency do the heavy lifting. It isn't flashy. It isn't exciting. But it works.Here's what you'll discover:✅ Why predicting the market is a losing game✅ The mindset shift that can save years of frustration✅ How to build a repeatable trading process that compounds over time✅ Why journaling, risk management, and patience create a real edge✅ How OVTLYR helps cut through the noise and focus on what actually mattersHere's the part most traders never hear...The best traders aren't obsessed with being right.They're obsessed with following their process.That's a completely different game.Once the focus shifts from "Where is the market going next?" to "What needs to happen before taking this trade?" everything starts to change. Decisions become more disciplined. Emotions stop driving every move. Confidence comes from the process instead of predictions.If trading has felt harder than it should, don't skip this one. One simple idea from this video could completely change the way the market is approached.Subscribe and turn on notifications for more practical trading education, investing insights, swing trading strategies, and market analysis designed to help traders build confidence one decision at a time.
Show Notes: Why Everything Still Comes Back to You—even With a Good Team You may have good people, solid software, regular meetings, and even a few SOPs—but somehow, every important decision, problem, and handoff still comes back to you. In this episode of The TriMetric Roadmap Podcast, Scott Landis and Jeff Jacob unpack Freedom Lever number three: Run It — Operational Infrastructure and Intelligent Systems. The problem in many founder-led companies is not that the team is incapable. The deeper issue is often that the business lacks the structure, systems, decision rights, and execution rhythm that allow good people to perform without constant founder involvement. Important information lives in people's heads. Accountability is unclear. Handoffs break down. Decisions get pushed upward. And the founder remains responsible for connecting all the dots. Scott and Jeff explain that every business already has systems—even if those systems are informal, inefficient, or built around the founder's memory and instincts. The right question is not whether you have a system. It is whether the system is effective, scalable, and capable of operating without you. Jeff shares examples of how better systems created immediate operational improvements for clients. One company reduced an invoicing process from ten days to one day. Another was able to hold a board meeting with accurate, current financials during the first week of the month because the supporting systems were already in place. The episode also explores why systems cannot simply be copied from another company. Effective infrastructure must account for the founder's strengths, the people on the team, the business model, and the company's specific constraints. That is why the process begins with diagnosis. BFA's TriMetric approach examines: Business Health Executive Performance Life Quality The findings reveal where the business is weak and which systems will create the greatest improvement in performance, profitability, value, and founder freedom. Scott and Jeff also discuss the growing role of intelligent systems and AI agents. The purpose of AI is not simply to replace employees. Used well, AI can remove repetitive work, improve information flow, reduce friction, and free people to contribute at a higher level. An AI readiness audit can help identify: Tasks that consume unnecessary time Repetitive work that can be automated Information bottlenecks Areas where AI agents could support the founder or leadership team Systems that need to be improved before automation is added The goal is not more technology or more complexity. The goal is a company with clear roles, reliable processes, strong accountability, effective handoffs, and intelligent systems that help the team execute consistently without everything depending on the founder. Because a business does not run without you simply because you hired good people. It runs without you when the right infrastructure allows those people to succeed. Join the next Founder Roundtable at GetBFA.com. Next episode: Grow It — Growth Engine and Revenue Strategy, where Scott and Jeff discuss how to build a more predictable and profitable revenue engine.
Why do so many men say I will support whatever you choose and why is that often the wrong thing for a woman to hear? Join the Prolife Team podcast as we dive into a groundbreaking study on the vital role men play in pregnancy decisions. This episode features Dr. Jeff Pauls and Liam Seigler from the Vitae Foundation as they reveal surprising findings about masculinity, fatherhood, and influence.
Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3646: Ornella Grosz explores the hidden psychological biases that cause even financially savvy people to make poor spending decisions, from treating different sources of money unequally to falling for sales and impulse purchases. She offers practical strategies to build better habits, helping listeners rethink how they value every dollar and make decisions that strengthen long-term financial health. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://budgetsaresexy.com/why-smart-people-make-bad-spending-decisions/ Quotes to ponder: "Every financial decision should be made based on its effect on your overall financial wealth." "A dollar here and a dollar there equals real money" "A sale and discount doesn't necessarily mean you are saving money." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you've ever wrestled with a big decision and wondered, God, what do You want me to do? This conversation is for you. I sit down with podcaster Katrin Hegman to unpack a beautiful story from Genesis that offers practical, biblical wisdom we can use for discerning God's will. We talk about making decisions rooted in faith instead of fear, recognizing God's direction, and learning to trust His timing. If you're facing a crossroads or simply want to grow in hearing God's voice more clearly, this episode will give you both confidence and peace. Remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at @donnaajones. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode! Xo, Donna Key Takeaways: 0:03:00 - Making Decisions WITH God, Not Just FOR God 0:08:46 - Don’t Take Shortcuts on the 500-Mile Journey 0:11:42 - Fear-Based Choices Always Backfire 0:15:30 - The $50 Price Tag of Integrity 0:21:23 - From Plan B to God’s Restored Plan A What We Talk About Why discerning God's will can feel difficult The story of Isaac and Rebekah in Genesis 24 Why shortcuts often lead us away from God's best Making decisions from faith instead of fear Practical questions to evaluate whether you're walking in God's will The importance of integrity and biblical wisdom Why circumstances alone shouldn't determine your decisions Asking God for confirmation in meaningful ways Learning to wait, observe, and trust God's timing Thanking God for His guidance and building a testimony of His faithfulness A Biblical Process for Discerning God's Will Don't Take Shortcuts Choose integrity over convenience. Trust God's timing instead of rushing the process. Don't Make Decisions Out of Fear Examine your motives. Ask whether fear or faith is leading your choice. Make Sure You're Already Walking in God's Will Live with integrity. Practice biblical wisdom. Obey the last thing God asked you to do. Seek God's Direction, Not Just Good Circumstances Pray specifically. Ask God for meaningful confirmation rather than simply looking for open doors. Wait and Confirm Observe. Ask questions. Don't rush to conclusions. Thank God for His Faithfulness Celebrate His guidance. Let His faithfulness become part of your testimony. Donna’s Resources: Order a copy of my latest book - Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret. It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon. If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you’ll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God. It’s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their faith. Connect with Katrin: Love God First Podcast: https://katrinlhagman5.podbean.com/ Let’s Connect: Instagram: @donnaajones Website: www.donnajones.org Donna’s speaking schedule: https://donnajones.org/events/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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What if the wisdom you keep searching for is already yours?Mari Wuellner did what many of us were taught to do: work hard, build the business, earn the recognition, care for the family, and keep moving. From the outside, her life looked successful. From the inside, she was operating on a blueprint that no longer felt like her own.After a panic attack forced her to slow down, Mari began redefining success around freedom, joy, rest, and choices she could genuinely claim as hers. That journey eventually took her back to Florence, where she had lived as a pregnant 20-year-old during one of the hardest seasons of her life.Mari returned with the journal she had kept all those years ago. She planned to write back to her younger self with the wisdom of experience. Instead, she discovered that the young woman she had been still carried the hope her present-day self needed.In this conversation, Kimberly and Mari explore:How conventional success can quietly become default modeWhy so many of us wait for permission we do not actually needThe difference between outside recognition and inner freedomWhat old journals and earlier versions of ourselves can revealMari's define, design, and demand frameworkWhy an unsuccessful experiment is information, not an indictmentHow to build work around life instead of sacrificing life to workMari is an entrepreneur, storyteller, life coach, and founder of The Crew Coaching Collective. She has operated an insurance agency since 2008, became a life coach in 2017, and created The Crew in 2024 to make multidisciplinary coaching more accessible. She also hosts The Living on Purpose Podcast.Connect with Mari:Website and The Crew: https://www.mariwuellnercoaching.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariwuellner/The Living on Purpose Podcast: https://www.mariwuellnercoaching.com/podcastSubscribe to Living the Good Life Podcast for more honest conversations with people choosing purpose, wellness, creativity, adventure, and freedom in every season of life.Join the conversation: Come hang out with us in the Living the Good Life Facebook community for:Episode previewsBonus contentGuest Q&A opportunitiesA community of people choosing to live with more intention and joyJoin the Living the Good Life FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LTGLCommunityEvery episode proudly sponsored by http://SwitchtoUSAMade.comContact Kimberly Henrie at https://livingthegoodlife.us/If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to leave a review or share it with someone who might need a little nudge toward their own version of the good life.
Your job description was written to get you hired, not help you know if a decision is your to make.That gap between what's on paper and who actually decides is where careers go to die. Experience & Process Improvement Leader Clint Murt once again joins Product Manager Brian Orlando and Enterprise Business Agility Leader Om Patel in a debate on why job descriptions and/or job role descriptions may buy false comfort, when executive "intrusion" is actually legitimate, and the problem with decision-making that nobody owns.Listen or watch if you're interested in :• Why job descriptions go stale the day they're posted• How that "startup magic" that becomes chaos at 100 people and burns out your best talent• When that exec has the right to overrides your roadmap• Why RACIs are fiction and what to use instead• Practical fixes for decision rightsIf you are a product managers, agile coach, or tech leader tired of role confusion and turf wars, this episode is for you!#ProductManagement #DecisionRights #OrganizationalDesignFlow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, David Marquet, RACI matrix, OVIS framework (BCG), Spotify modelLINKSYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@arguingagileSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/362QvYORmtZRKAeTAE57v3Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agile-podcast/id1568557596INTRO MUSICToronto Is My BeatBy Whitewolf (Source: https://ccmixter.org/files/whitewolf225/60181)CC BY 4.0 DEED (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/deed.en)
A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: 1 Samuel 28 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanierhttps://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360
Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3646: Ornella Grosz explores the hidden psychological biases that cause even financially savvy people to make poor spending decisions, from treating different sources of money unequally to falling for sales and impulse purchases. She offers practical strategies to build better habits, helping listeners rethink how they value every dollar and make decisions that strengthen long-term financial health. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://budgetsaresexy.com/why-smart-people-make-bad-spending-decisions/ Quotes to ponder: "Every financial decision should be made based on its effect on your overall financial wealth." "A dollar here and a dollar there equals real money" "A sale and discount doesn't necessarily mean you are saving money." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whether you realize it or not, your life is influencing the people around you every single day. Your habits, your discipline, your standards, your courage, and even the decisions you make quietly shape what's possible in someone else's mind.In this episode, we explore how your actions become examples, how your energy spreads through families, friendships, and workplaces, and why one courageous move can inspire generations.Watch the documentary: Change the family treeBuy my book Above the illusion. Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. https://a.co/d/8w516R7
Extra case roundupMahdawi v. Trump, 2026 WL 2090981 (2d Cir. 2026) – habeas & § 237(a)(4)(C)Suri v. Trump, 2026 WL 2123557 (4th Cir. 2026) – habeas & § 237(a)(4)(C)Fuentes v. USCIS (4th Cir. July 24, 2026) – SIJ, statutory interpretation, and parental benefits Rana v. Blanche, No. 25-1862 (1st Cir. July 23, 2026)M-A-M-; mental health safeguards and credibility; indicia of incompetency; IJ affirmative duty; Maoists; Nepal Matter of H-L-S-M-, 29 I&N Dec. 767 (BIA 2026)no past torture; CAT; Mexico; Guatemala; Latin Kings; MS-13; clear error; expert testimony Matter of A-G-O-F-, 29 I&N Dec. 772 (BIA 2026)humanitarian asylum; particularity; Brazilian children; relocation; abandoned children; police reporting harm; police arresting perpetrators for other crimes; C-G-T- Matter of Y-S-P-T-, 29 I&N Dec. 776 (BIA 2026)exceptional and extremely unusual hardship for § 212(h) waiver; discretion with sexual crimes; extreme hardship Matter of Lopez Rico, 29 I&N Dec. 780 (BIA 2026)unlawful voting; INA § 237(a)(3)(D); 18 U.S.C. § 611(a); DHS burdens; pleading the Fifth; discretionMatter of L-F-R-, 29 I&N Dec. 787 (BIA 2026)annual asylum fee; abandonment of asylum; scheduling orders; enforcing filing deadlines; statutory interpretation; plain language of the statute; OBBBA Garcia Demetrio, et al. v. Blanche, No. 25-991 (9th Cir. July 20, 2026)age and immutability; particular social group; mother of adolescents; single mothers; nexus reviewed de novo; Mexico Diaz-Boyzo v. Blanche, No. 17-72894 (9th Cir. July 23, 2026)crime of child abuse, abandonment, or neglect divisibility; enhancement; Or. Rev. Stat. § 163.160(1)(a), (3)(c); criminal negligence Torres-Casas v. Blanche, No. 25-172 (9th Cir. July 22, 2026)qualifying relative age-out for non LPR cancellation of removal purposes; predictive findings; remanding non-LPR cancellation denials pending at the BIA; hardshipKurzban Kurzban Tetzeli and Pratt P.A.Immigration, serious injury, and business lawyers serving clients in Florida, California, and all over the world for over 40 years.eimmigration"Immigration law software you'll love to use."get.eimmigration.com/IRP Gonzales & Gonzales Immigration BondsP: (833) 409-9200immigrationbond.com Stafi"Remote staffing solutions for businesses of all sizes"Click me!Want to become a patron?Show the Podcast some loooovvveeeCONTACT INFORMATION:Email: kgregg@kktplaw.comFacebook: @immigrationreviewInstagram: @immigrationreviewTwitter: @immreviewAbout your hostCase notesRecent criminal-immigration article (p.18)Featured in San Diego VoyagerSupport the show
Leaders Of Transformation | Leadership Development | Conscious Business | Global Transformation
Is your organization's biggest growth challenge really strategy - or is it a hidden trust problem that's quietly slowing everything down? As organizations grow, complexity increases. Decisions slow down, communication breaks down, and leaders often find themselves becoming the bottleneck without realizing why. In this episode, Nicole Jansen sits down with Debbie Simmons – community activist, business leader, wife, mother of nine adopted children, devoted follower of Jesus Christ, and author of The Architecture of Trust - to explore why trust isn't just a leadership value; it's the operating system that allows organizations to scale. Debbie introduces her Architecture of Trust Framework, revealing how leadership alignment, decision clarity, and execution reliability create organizations that thrive under pressure instead of breaking apart. Drawing from decades of leadership experience, personal tragedy, and deep faith, she shares practical strategies to eliminate the "hidden trust tax" that costs organizations time, energy, and impact. Whether you lead a business, nonprofit, team, or even a family, this conversation offers timeless principles for building stronger foundations that last. What We Discuss in This Episode Why trust - not strategy - is often the real limiting factor to organizational growth The hidden signs that trust is breaking down inside your organization Why leaders unknowingly become the bottleneck as organizations scale The three pillars of the Architecture of Trust framework How leadership alignment creates organizational momentum Why decision clarity eliminates confusion and costly rework The importance of execution reliability for sustainable growth Understanding the "hidden trust tax" that's draining your organization How to create a "trust dividend" that accelerates growth and impact Why most organizations have a structure problem—not a people problem How awareness becomes the first step toward transformation Lessons from building a multimillion-dollar nonprofit Debbie's personal story of loss, adoption, and discovering purpose through pain Why asking "Why?" often keeps leaders stuck - and a better question to ask instead Applying trust principles to leadership, business, family, and faith Highlights / YouTube Chapter Titles 00:00 – Why Leaders Get Stuck as Organizations Grow 02:30 – The First Signs of Broken Trust 09:58 – The Three Pillars of the Architecture of Trust 13:03 – People Problems or Structure Problems? 16:22 – Where Leaders Should Start Fixing Trust 20:14 – The Hidden Trust Tax Costing Your Organization 24:48 – Personal Tragedy That Changed Everything 29:15 – Stop Asking "Why?" Start Asking This Instead 32:39 – Applying the Architecture of Trust to Yourself 41:28 – Resources and Final Leadership Takeaways Memorable Quotes "What got you here may actually limit you from reaching your next level of success." "Most of the time it's not a people problem - it's a structure problem." "The hidden trust tax shows up in rework, delays, unnecessary meetings, and slow decisions." "When the pressure goes up, trust is revealed." "If you disappeared for 30 days, would your organization operate the same way?" Episode Show Notes and Resources: https://leadersoftransformation.com/podcast/leadership/556-the-hidden-trust-tax-why-great-organizations-break-as-they-scale-with-debbie-simmons/ Check out our complete library of episodes and other leadership resources here: https://leadersoftransformation.com ________
What if the key to making better decisions isn't having more information, but having greater clarity about your values? In Episode 270 of Just Start: Get Visible, Jacqueline M. Baker concludes the series inspired by her conversation with Kat Calvin in Episode 267 by exploring how values serve as a compass for leadership, visibility, and decision-making. In a world filled with competing opinions, shifting trends, and constant pressure to keep up, it can be easy to make decisions based on fear, external validation, or what everyone else seems to be doing. But when your values are clear, your decisions become clearer. Jacqueline shares why values are more than words on a mission statement, they're the foundation for how we lead, how we show up, and how we use our voices. Through practical reflection questions and real-world leadership insights, she encourages listeners to stop allowing circumstances and opinions to dictate their choices and instead let their values lead the way. Listeners will learn: Why values matter more than trends and external expectations How values simplify difficult decisions The difference between operating from fear versus conviction How to use your values as a guide for leadership and visibility Why consistent leadership begins with a strong internal foundation Reflection questions to help identify whether your decisions align with what matters most Whether you're leading a team, growing a business, navigating a career transition or simply trying to make more intentional choices, this episode offers a practical framework for leading with greater confidence and integrity. Memorable Takeaway "Your values should guide your voice, not the opinions of everyone around you." Reflection Question What are your three non-negotiable values, and are your recent decisions reflecting them?
In this episode of Real Life Momz, we sit down with fellow mom, executive coach, and author Stephanie Peirolo to tackle one of the toughest challenges every mom faces: intentional decision-making. Whether you're choosing a career path, navigating family expectations, or helping your kids make their own big choices, it's easy to get stuck in the “pros and cons” trap, especially when your heart and your head are pulling in different directions. Stephanie shares the framework from her book, “The Saint and the Drunk: A Guide to Making the Big Decisions in Your Life”, and explains how to build your own internal GPS for life's biggest crossroads. If you've ever felt torn between what's rational and what feels right, this episode will give you the tools and permission to make decisions with confidence. Tune in to learn how to stop second-guessing and start trusting your inner compass.About Stephanie Peirolo:Website: https://www.speirolo.com/Podcast: https://badbossbrief.substack.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/speirolo/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/speirolo/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speiroloGrab your copy of The Saint and The Drunk: A Guide to Making the Big Decisions in Your Life by Stephanie Peirolo(As an Amazon affiliate, at no extra cost to you, we will earn a small commission from qualifying purchases.)About the Host:Real Life Momz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reallifemomzReal Life Momz on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reallifemomzpodcast Follow on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@reallifemomzpodcast4048?si=jj5bQ_Afhyl0ZNi7We're excited to share that Real Life Momz now has an Amazon storefront! Every product featured here has been carefully selected based on recommendations from our expert podcast guests, focusing on development, self-care, and personal growth. Shop with confidence, knowing that each item comes with a genuine endorsement. It's your time to prioritize yourself. Check out our storefront and discover the perfect products to support your journey! https://www.amazon.com/shop/reallifemomz
The Deep Wealth Podcast - Extracting Your Business And Personal Deep Wealth
Send us Fan Mail“There's more to life than business and wealth creation.”-Greg BroggerExclusive Insights from This Week's EpisodesPre-IPO shares can create life-changing wealth that founders and employees cannot use. Greg Brogger exposes how trapped equity hurts retention, creates risk, and weakens growth, then reveals a smarter path to liquidity.Episode Highlights[00:07:00] Why companies staying private longer created a massive liquidity problem[00:16:00] How millions of employees became wealthy on paper but cash poor[00:19:00] The alternative to selling concentrated pre-IPO shares for cash[00:22:00] Why taxes and commissions can consume nearly half of a secondary sale[00:29:00] How the wrong liquidity policy can drive your best employees away[00:34:00] Why refusing liquidity can turn employee retention into a hidden skeleton[00:53:00] The compensation decision that may determine whether your startup winsFull show notes, transcript, and resources for this episode:https://podcast.deepwealth.com/563The Deep Wealth PodcastMost entrepreneurs do not fail.They just carry too much for too long.The business grows. Pressure grows faster. Profits get harder to predict. Decisions cost more energy. Over time, focus slips and health takes the hit.The Deep Wealth Podcast and Deep Wealth Mastery are built from real experience. We're the only system based on a 9-figure exit. This system exists because guessing gets expensive.
In this episode, Zale discusses with Dr. Barry Schwartz, a renowned psychologist and author, how modern society's abundance of choices impacts our happiness, decision-making, and regret. They explore how too many options can lead to paralysis, the role of social comparison, and the importance of setting "good enough" standards for a more satisfying life.Main Topics:The concept of counterfactual thinking and its influence on regretHow choice overload affects decision-making and happinessThe balance between freedom and constraints in societal decision-makingThe psychological impact of social media on comparison and micro-decisionsPractical strategies for embracing "good enough" to reduce paralyzing perfectionismThe historical shift from normative life paths to individual choiceLearn from BarryThe Paradox of Choice by Barry SchwartzChoosing Wisely by Barry SchwartzBarry Schwartz - TED Talks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jia Jiang explains his four-step framework for making discipline and success easier.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The problem with hard discipline 2) How to make your goals feel easy and enjoyable 3) Two handy tips to defeat procrastinationSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1170 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JIA — Jia Jiang is an award-winning speaker, entrepreneur, and the bestselling author of Rejection Proof. As a keynote speaker, Jiang has spoken at corporate and industry events and in front of 400,000+ live audiences. His TED talk has millions of views and is ranked in the top 1% among all TED talks. Jiang is also the owner of Rejection Therapy, which helps people overcome their fear of rejection and develop mental resilience. His work has been featured in Time, CNN, Today, Business Insider, The Guardian, Wired, and more.• Book: Easy Discipline: An Unconventional Way to Achieve Ambitious Things• TED Talk: What I Learned from 100 Days of Rejection | Jia Jiang | TED• Video series: 100 Days of Rejection Therapy• Substack: Easy Ambition— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie• Book: Go for No! Yes is the Destination, No is How You Get There by Richard Fenton and Andrea Waltz• Book: Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die by Chip Heath and Dan Heath• YouTube: Caroline Girvan• Game: Slay the Spire II• Past episode: 016: Going for No with Andrea Waltz• Past episode: 1167: Mastering the Three Elements of Charisma with Olivia Fox Cabane— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Shopify. Sign up for your free trial at Shopify.com/awesomepod• Monarch. Get 50% off your first year with code AWESOME at Monarch.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.