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Love is the theme of Advent Week Four, but honestly, this is often the week when loving people feels the hardest. The calendar is full, emotions are close to the surface, and your patience may already be thin. So today's episode isn't about showing love by doing more for others or pushing yourself to show up perfectly. It's about how to stay loving without losing yourself, and what social self-care can look like in the hectic days leading up to Christmas.Recipes Mentioned in the EpisodeChristmas Breakfast CasseroleWant to savor more goodness in your busy life? You're in the right place!Connect with like-minded women: If you're ready to find balance and peace, come together with women who understand the beauty of living a multifaceted life. ⁠⁠Join the community!⁠⁠Step into a calmer holiday rhythm: The Calm Christmas Workshop gives you space to pause, reflect, and shape the kind of Christmas you actually want to experience; Christ-centered, joy-filled, and free of overwhelm. ⁠⁠Enter the workshop today!Deepen your relationship with Christ before Christmas day: Get The Gift of Christ Advent Calendar Devotional and study the Gospel of Luke.Walk through the holiday season getting to know Christ the Man and wake up Christmas morning feeling peaceful and prepared. Get the devotional here!Let's Connect:Email: ⁠hello@p31virtues.com⁠Note: The show notes may contain affiliate links. If you click on one and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting my work!

Send us a textYour rhythms shape your reality — and before you step into 2026, your spirit, space, and schedule need to match the season God is calling you into.This practical, grounding episode helps you create life-giving rhythms that support peace, purpose, and true productivity.

Astrology for Empaths | Weekly Energy Forecast Dec 15-21Feeling emotionally tender, overstimulated, or unsure how to stay empathic in a world that often dismisses sensitivity?In this week's Energy Weather Report, I'm sharing gentle, grounded astrology guidance to help empaths and intuitive seekers protect their energy, trust their inner wisdom, and move through the week with clarity and calm.This is a waning Moon week leading us into a powerful Sagittarius New Moon, with major energetic themes around truth, boundaries, emotional responsibility, and the return of the light at the Winter Solstice.✨ In this episode:The emotional theme of the week and why it matters for empathsHow the waning Moon supports release, rest, and recalibrationWhat the Sagittarius New Moon means for fresh intentions and inner truthHow to work with the Moon signs each day (Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn)Gentle guidance for navigating emotional tension, sensitivity, and overwhelmHow to stay open-hearted without burning outThis report is astrology-informed but non-technical, designed for people who know astrology can help — even if you're not an astrologer.---------------------------------------------Take this work deeper, check out the Moon Club and Moon Journal:

What if the greatest announcement in human history wasn't given to kings, scholars, or warriors—but to ordinary men working the night shift? In Luke 2:8–20, the first people to hear about the birth of Jesus weren't the powerful or prestigious—they were shepherds keeping watch in the dark. In this message, we look at how God used these unnoticed, rugged men to teach us what real strength looks like: staying alert, recognizing our desperate need for a Savior, obeying quickly when God speaks, and returning changed because of an encounter with Jesus. The shepherds didn't just hear the good news—they moved with haste, shared what they had seen, and worshiped with transformed hearts. Their story reminds us that real men don't wait for perfect circumstances… they respond in obedience and lead with courage. How is God calling you to respond this Christmas?

Day 6 invites you into a seamless, nourishing Peace Flow — a gentle layering of all the practices you've explored throughout the week. This episode weaves together breathwork, mudra, affirmation, and chakra awareness into one steady, calming rhythm designed to deepen your inner peace. This Peace Flow is meant to feel like a gentle gathering of everything you've practiced — breath, intention, grounding, release, awareness — all working together to create a harmonious state of ease. It's a beautiful, holistic moment of integration as you move toward the final day of reflection. This is a replay of a series I recorded a few years ago! ALL ABOUT THIS WEEK'S SERIES As the year winds down and the world grows louder with commitments, celebrations, and expectations, this series invites you to do something rare and powerful: slow down. The Peace Meditation Series is your gentle companion through the end-of-year rush and into the quiet promise of a brand new beginning. Each episode is designed to help you release what no longer serves you, soften the nervous system, and return to a deep sense of calm—no matter what the season brings. Whether you are reflecting on the year behind you or setting intentions for the year ahead, these moments of stillness are here to steady your breath, clear your mind, and reconnect you with your inner peace. This is not about striving or fixing. It is about remembering the calm that already lives within you. Welcome to your season of peace. Welcome to "A Gentle Path to Peace." This is day 6 of a 7-day meditation series, "A Gentle Path to Peace," episodes 1648-1654. Prepare to embrace peace in daily life. YOUR WEEKLY CHALLENGE: "Peace Walk" This week, your challenge is to go on a Peace Walk. As you walk, notice what brings you peace. Notice also what might bring other's peace. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY  Day 1:  Peace Visualization Day 2:  Affirmation: "Positive energy nurtures me." Day 3:  Breath of Peace Day 4:  Ksepana mudra for peace Day 5:  Third Chakra for trusting peace Day 6:  Peace Flow meditation, combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 2,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.  2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Psychotherapy can often get stuck in a there and then storytelling mode....how do we shift the therapeutic encounter into the immediacy of the Here and Now?  Here Dr. H shares 10 questions which shine a spotlight on what's happening (and not happening!) between therapist and patient. Support the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/396871/support"I Love You, I Hate You, Are You My Mom?"  An intensive experiential workshop exploring transference with Dr. H and Dr. Hillary McBride, Feb 4th-6th 2026 in Joshua Tree, CA https://www.craigheacockmd.com/i-love-you-i-hate-you-are-you-my-mom/BFTA episode recommendations/Podcast pagehttps://www.craigheacockmd.com/podcast-page/Support the show

The first people to experience the joy of Christmas weren't resting, cozy, or curled up by a fire. They were shepherds, tired, overlooked, and just trying to get through the night shift. And yet, that's where Advent joy broke through.This episode shows you how to experience real, lasting joy in the middle of your busy life with three simple physical self-care shifts rooted in biblical truth. You'll learn practical ways to ease holiday stress and welcome joy into your body, your rhythms, and your everyday moments.Listen now to simplify self-care, making it accessible and actionable, especially during this busy time of year.Recipes Mentioned in the EpisodeShepard's Joy Diffuser Blend3 drops Siberian Fir2 drops Wild Orange1 drop Frankincense Scriptures ReferencedLuke 2:8-20Want to savor more goodness in your busy life? You're in the right place!Connect with like-minded women: If you're ready to find balance and peace, come together with women who understand the beauty of living a multifaceted life. ⁠⁠Join the community!⁠⁠Step into a calmer holiday rhythm: The Calm Christmas Workshop gives you space to pause, reflect, and shape the kind of Christmas you actually want to experience; Christ-centered, joy-filled, and free of overwhelm. ⁠⁠Enter the workshop today!Deepen your relationship with Christ before Christmas day: Get The Gift of Christ Advent Calendar Devotional and study the Gospel of Luke.Walk through the holiday season getting to know Christ the Man and wake up Christmas morning feeling peaceful and prepared. Get the devotional here!Let's Connect:Email: ⁠hello@p31virtues.com⁠Note: The show notes may contain affiliate links. If you click on one and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting my work!

Lord, your mercy reaches to the heavens. Your faithfulness to the skies. Your righteousness is as high as the mountains of God. Your justice is as deep as the ocean. You save both man and animal, O Lord (Psalm 36:5-6). Amen.Zechariah is a priest burning incense in the temple of the Lord in Jerusalem. Suddenly, the angel Gabriel appears to him. "Whoa! This is different!" Zechariah thinks. People in the Bible are usually terrified when a holy angels appears to a sinful mortal. Gabriel says, "Do not be afraid, Zechariah, because your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear a son for you, and you are to name him John. … He will be filled with the Holy Spirit, even from his mother's womb. He will turn many of the sons of Israel back to the Lord their God" (Luke 1:13, 15-16).That's a special assignment for a baby! Zechariah and his wife are old and Elizabeth is barren. Zechariah doubts the angel's words. He replies, "How can I be sure of this, because I am an old man, and my wife is well along in years" (Luke 1:18)? Gabriel doesn't like God's promise being doubted, so he answers, "I am Gabriel. I stand in the presence of God and was sent to speak to you to tell you this good news. Now listen, you will be silent and unable to speak until the day when these things happen, because you did not believe my words, which will be fulfilled at the proper time" (Luke 1:19-20).Zechariah is made mute during the entirety of Elizabeth's pregnancy.Fast forward nine months. The baby is born. The neighbors and relatives in the hill country of their small Judean town fill their humble home for the baby's circumcision. It's also been eight days. It's time this baby boy is given a proper name. The neighbors want to call him "Zach Jr." Elizabeth tells the crowd, "No. He will be called John" (Luke 1:60). The friends don't believe her because no one else in the family has that name. So, they appeal to Zechariah. He does what he's had to do to communicate for the past nine months. He pulls out his trusty writing tablet. He writes in his old man handwriting, "His name is John" (John 1:63).Immediately Zechariah's mouth is opened, his tongue is loosed, and he begins to speak, praising God (Luke 1:64).Now that he has his voice back, Zechariah immediately breaks into song. He praises God with the canticle we call, "The Benedictus Dominus" which is Latin for "Blessed Lord." Zechariah has been silent for nine months, but now he's got a mouthful to say. He's filled with the Holy Spirit, so he starts praising God."Blessed is the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has visited us and prepared redemption for his people" (Luke 1:68). Perhaps you feel lonely – especially this time of the year. You don't have family nearby to celebrate the holidays with. Or there are strained relationships within your family, so even if they were nearby, you wouldn't enjoy getting together. Or you do get along with your loved ones, but death has removed them from you.Zechariah sings that Christ has visited us. The Son of God doesn't leave us alone and floundering. He has entered our lives as Immanuel – God with us.Christ has visited to redeem us. Some of you know what it's like to struggle. You've needed help with groceries and bills. Some of you know what it's like to be in a financial position to help others with a few dollars or some canned goods. Jesus visited us, not to drop a dollar or two or a few cans of creamed corn to help the needy. Jesus dropped his precious blood from the cross to redeem us. He paid the price to purchase us back from the Devil. He sets us free from sin.Notice, Zechariah uses the past tense with both of these verbs – "visited" and "redeemed." Even though the infant Jesus won't be born for a few months, and he won't be on the cross for thirty-three years, it's as good as accomplished. Though it will happen in the future – to God's people – it's already a done deal."He has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of his servant David, just as he said long ago through the mouth of his holy prophets" (Luke 1:69-70). A horn is a scriptural symbol of strength, like a ram's horn. Zechariah says that the Lord has raised up such a horn now "in the house of his servant David." The house of David was the royal line of that old king, the line from which Israel's kings were to come, as prophesied so long ago. That royal line had been dormant for centuries now. It was like a stump (Isaiah 11:1). No Davidic king had actively reigned in Israel for hundreds of years. But the genealogical line was still producing descendants from the house of David – plenty of descendants, just no kings coming up. Zechariah, inspired by the Holy Spirit, says that has now changed."He raised up salvation from our enemies and from the hand of all who hate us" (Luke 1:71). Zechariah and the Jews were surrounded by enemies who hated them. In Old Testament times, they were surrounded and attacked by Ammonites, Amalekites, and Philistines. Later they were surrounded and taken captive by Assyrians, Babylonians, and Persians. Currently, they were surrounded and ruled over by the Roman Empire. We Christians are surrounded by enemies who continually attack us and may seem to rule over us. Enemies like atheists and agnostics, doubters and deniers, the Devil and his demons, militant pagans and antagonistic opponents of the cross. They surround you attempting to get you to question and doubt. They cancel you, shout at you, belittle you, and persecute you. They can do their worst. Jesus Christ has done his best. He has rescued you from your enemies. He saves you from your opponents. He has turned them into nothing more than a minor irritation."In order to show mercy to our fathers by remembering his holy covenant, the oath which he swore to Abraham our father" (Luke 1:72-73). It's hard to trust people. They have their own agendas. They get busy. They forget. They fail. They break their promises to you. Not so with our Lord. He made a promise to Abraham that he would have a Son that would be a blessing to all people. That Son who would bless all nations was presently residing within the womb of Mary. God is always faithful to his promises. What he says he'll do, he does.Mercy is not getting the judgment we deserve. God promises you mercy through his Son. He is faithful to his promises. You receive that mercy now. You'll receive that mercy through eternity."To grant deliverance to us from the hand of our enemies, so that we are able to serve him without fear, in holiness and righteousness before him all our days" (Luke 1:74-75). If God promises you deliverance from our enemies, you'll receive that deliverance. When your enemies are removed – or at least quieted – then you can serve God in freedom without fear. You can fulfill your vocations as Christian parents and children, citizens and students. You serve the Lord faithfully and everyone notices – especially God.You can serve in holiness and righteousness. Your past bothers you. Your guilt burdens you. Your sin weighs you down. But Jesus has already declared you holy, righteous, and without sin. He made this declaration in the manger, on the cross, and out of the tomb. Since you are released from your sins, you are free to serve God all your days.In the first half of the Benedictus, Zecheriah sings about the big picture of what God is doing – starting with the birth of John but going on to bigger things. Now in the second half of the Benedictus, father Zechariah turns to his infant son and has some words specifically directed to him. He says, "And you, child, will be called a prophet of the Most High, because you will go before the Lord to prepare his ways, to give his people the knowledge of salvation by the forgiveness of their sins, because of God's tender mercies, by which the Rising Sun from on high will visit us, to shine on those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace" (Luke 1:76-79).Though John is in the New Testament, he is the last of the Old Testament prophets. John would be God's mouthpiece to usher in the kingdom of God, to give the knowledge of salvation by the forgiveness of sins. We learn more about John's ministry during the second and third Sundays in Advent.By inspiration of the Holy Spirit, Zechariah saw the big picture of God's activity in human history, culminating in what God was about to do for his people in Christ. As he sings, Zechariah ties the old covenant together with the new covenant fulfilled in the Christ Child. He recognizes God's deliverance in the past and rejoices in his work of redemption for all eternity. Through Christ's visitation and redemption, we can serve the Lord forever in holiness and righteousness.Last week we studied and sang The Magnificat – the Song of Mary. Tonight, we study and sing The Benedictus – the Song of Zachariah. Next week we study and sing The Gloria in Excelsis – the Song of the Christmas angels. These are the songs of the Christian Church. In these songs, we sing about promises made and promises kept; God's wrath on his enemies and God's mercy to his people; the past, the present, and the future.Listen to Zechariah's song. Stop doubting and believe. Be filled with the Holy Spirit. Loosen your tongue. Deepen your faith. Praise God for sending his Son to visit us in the manger and redeem us on the cross. Join your voice with the saints sitting around you, the saints gathered around Christ's throne, and the voices of those who first sang these ancient canticles – the virgin Mary, the muted Zechariah, and the heavenly host. Amen.How precious is your mercy, O God! So all people find refuge in the shadow of your wings (Psalm 36:7). Amen.View this sermon (with video and/or audio recording) on our website: https://www.casperwels.com/sermons/the-benedictus-the-song-of-zechariah/

In this deeply moving session, Christine supports Sheylee—a devoted mother who is pregnant with her seventh child and struggling under the weight of shame, overwhelm, and fear. After believing she was done having children, this unexpected pregnancy has stirred painful emotions, identity confusion, and unresolved relational patterns in her partnership. Christine helps her gently unravel the layers of guilt, inner criticism, and pressure she has carried for years. Together, they explore how to hold two truths at once: loving a child while not feeling joyful about the circumstances, being grateful and overwhelmed at the same time, and honoring both human emotion and spiritual perspective. If you've ever felt shame for how you feel, feared getting "stuck" in a hard season, or struggled to access compassion for yourself, this conversation offers relief, grounding, and a renewed sense of permission to be honest about your emotional reality.   Consider / Ask Yourself: Is there something in your life you believe you "should" feel happy about—but you don't? Do you fear that if you let yourself feel your emotions, you won't be able to stop? Do you often feel unsupported—emotionally, spiritually, or relationally? Are you harder on yourself than anyone else is? Do you hear an inner critic more loudly than your own compassion?   Key Insights and A-HAs: Shame about how you feel is often more damaging than the feelings themselves. It is possible—and healthy—to hold two truths at once ("both/and"). Emotional release is not falling apart; it's moving energy through the body. Many women confuse caretaking with connection or worthiness. Inner critics often come from childhood patterns of control, hypervigilance, or judgment. Spiritual support (God, Mother Mary, or a higher loving presence) can hold us when people cannot.   How to Deepen the Work: Practice the both/and: "I love this baby AND I am overwhelmed." Create space each day to sit with your feelings rather than suppress them. Replace harsh self-talk with compassion through simple practices like Ho'oponopono: I'm sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you. I love you. Call on unseen spiritual support when human support feels unavailable. Identify where old survival strategies are still active—and begin updating them with gentler internal dialogue. Explore ways to communicate needs in your partnership with clarity rather than collapse.   Sponsor: Cured Nutrition – Flow Gummies Christine recommends Flow Gummies from Cured Nutrition for clean, sustained energy and focus throughout the day. Formulated with Lion's Mane, ginkgo, and green coffee bean extract, these gummies support mental clarity without jitters, crashes, or artificial ingredients. Get 20% off your order at curednutrition.com/overit using code OVERIT   Social Media + Resources: Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts, including Coach's Corner Instagram: @ChristineHassler | @SacredUnionCouples Facebook: Christine Hassler Book: Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler Email: jill@christinehassler.com — For information on Christine's services Apply to be coached live on the show: christinehassler.com/waitlist

Send us a textAre you showing up for everyone else but forgetting yourself in the process?Nina Garcia explores emotional availability, the fourth profile in the Emotional Security Spectrum, in this week's episode. Using Captain America as a powerful metaphor, she breaks down what it really means to be present, not just physically, but emotionally. This is an invitation to pause, connect, and start leading your life from the inside out. Emotional availability isn't about perfection or oversharing; it's about responsibility, boundaries, and choosing presence even when it's hard. If you've ever felt disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in "doing" mode, this will feel like a deep breath of clarity.What this conversation invites you into:

Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Nittany Lions insider Isaiah Maldonado to react to Penn State's decision to keep interim coach Terry Smith on new head coach Matt Campbell's coaching staff following the latter's hiring over the weekend. This show is presented by FanDuel. Was keeping Smith the right call? Both in terms of healing wounds from James Franklin's firing with players? And with fans who've wanted to see Joe Paterno's legacy further centered in the program? Or could the move set the stage for future division inside and outside the program? Especially if and when Campbell hits a rough patch? And what should we make of Campbell's reported choice to bring Jon Heacock with him from Iowa State as defensive coordinator? Presumably displacing Jim Knowles and his expensive contract? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders the matchup with Clemson in the Pinstripe Bowl and the possible opt-outs of prominent names including Zane Durant, Dani Dennis-Sutton, Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What do you get when you combine Mark Burnett, Angel and Evolve Studios and a film based upon a contextual deep dive written by 2 tenured Pastors, Brad Gray and Brad Nelson? A Transformative New Documentary Experience, called the Lord's Prayer and a companion book, “Bringing Heaven Here.”Deepen and transform your spiritual life with fresh insights into how this ancient prayer can provide structure, meaning and purpose in an increasingly fragmented world. Brad Gray Brad Nelson Companion Book Brad Gray CEO/Pres, Walking the TextFor Two decades, Brad's powerful teachings have impacted hundreds of thousands of people through a contextual approach to the Bible. Furthermore, his ability to teach complex ideas in easy-to-understand and creative ways has enabled him to reach audiences of all ages and backgrounds across the world. Bringing a rich understanding of the original context, as well as extensive experience traveling the lands of the Bible, Brad serves as The Lord's Prayer guide who sets the table and invites the audience in. He has lived and studied in the Middle East, and has been leading study trips to Israel and Turkey since 2010. Furthermore, he is a national speaker, published author, ordained minister, and former teaching pastor with over a decade of experience serving in the local church. Brad serves as the President & CEO of Walking The Text, creator of The Sacred ThreadBrad Nelson, Content Director, Walking the TextHe curates The Teaching Series, a bi-weekly podcast and video series, and is a cocreator and writer for The Sacred Thread. He is a national speaker, writer, and served in the local church as a pastor for seventeen years. Brad has a Bachelor of Arts in history from Cornerstone University (Grand Rapids, Michigan) and a Masters of Divinity from Western Theological Seminary (Holland, Michigan) and has done additional graduate work at Jerusalem University College (Jerusalem, Israel). He and his wife Trisha live with their three daughters in Greensboro, Georgia.WebsiteMovie/AngelWalking the Text

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In this illuminating episode, Therese channels a powerful transmission from the Golden Circle Council of Sirius (joined by the Arcturian Council of Light) under the transformative energies of the Gemini super full moon and the Great Attractor. The Councils invite us to embrace the alchemy of love and power—reminding us that true strength flows from embodied source energy, wisdom, and compassion. Through guidance on releasing old stories of suffering and consciously resetting the boundaries in your life, you'll discover how to step into your sovereignty and realign with your highest timeline. Therese discusses the importance of reclaiming your personal power and balancing it within the body, encouraging listeners to drop the fear and fully accept their role as powerful creator beings. The episode closes with inspiration for integrating these cosmic shifts in practical ways, such as gratitude practices and conscious choices, to activate your inner light during times of great change. This is your invitation to transform, up-level, and claim your unique frequency. ✨ Deepen your journey with Therese:

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Send us a textIf you want strong faith for tomorrow, you must remember God's goodness today.In this reflective and worship-filled episode, April helps you slow down and recount God's faithfulness through the past eleven months.Because remembering is a spiritual discipline — and rejoicing is a spiritual weapon.

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In this episode 97 I discuss my plans to continue to help people step into spiritual sovereignty and deepen their Akashic Records practice in 2026. There will be a return of the Akashic Abundance course AND three new classes: Clearing Witch Wounding in the Akashic Records, Reading your Businesses Akashic Records, and Akashic Alignment. To listen to the previous episode on the deconstruction and construction methods used to deepen your Akashic Records practice, click here.To listen to the episode about the Akashic Abundance Class, click here.To get registered for the Early Bird discount and to be notified when the Akashic Abundance Class goes live, click here.To listen to the previous episode on Witch Wounding, click here.To register your interest in the new for 2026 classes and get the Early Bird Discount codes, click here.To sign up for any of the classes, click here.

In this episode, we break down the swirling allegations that FBI Director Kash Patel misused elite agents to chauffeur a friend of his girlfriend, country singer Alexis Wilkins, and explore the Bureau's emphatic denial of the story. We also look at what this controversy reveals about morale inside the FBI, the public's eroding trust in federal institutions, and growing calls for transparency and congressional oversight. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If stress or discomfort sends you into overthinking, numbing, or trying to fix what you can't control… If certain habits feel automatic no matter how much you try to change them… You're not alone, and your brain is more trainable than you think. In this episode, Dr. Alison Cook sits down with Dr. Jud Brewer—psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and New York Times best-selling author who specializes in habit change and mindfulness.  They unpack why we get stuck in these loops and a simple practice to steady your soul. Instead of relying on willpower or self-judgment, this conversation invites you to: Notice your inner patterns with kindness Differentiate discomfort from distress Understand the habit loops that drive anxiety, worry, or overthinking Apply the #1 tool to help you create real, lasting change Deepen your connection to God This episode is a grounding companion for anyone navigating stress, emotional triggers, or the pull toward old coping strategies—especially in seasons that stir up more than we expect.

"Lord, if my will is not yours, please change my heart." In this Advent "mini retreat in a podcast," discover how to discern God's will for you joyfully! Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett discusses discernment and how to stay "locked in" with God through prayer. Get tips on how to lighten your load to create space for new commitments, prioritize the most important relationships in your life, and make both small and large decisions. Deepen your prayer life and live in joy! Learn more about Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett and her new book, "Discernment of Spirits for Beginners," at maryruthhackett.com. 

As the second week of Advent approaches, it's time to reclaim the peace that can feel out of reach in a busy, overstimulating season. In this episode, we explore five common habits that quietly drain your Advent peace and offer simple, biblical replacements that fit naturally into your multifaceted, real-life routine. No lengthy rituals, no pressure, no guilt, just practical biblical self-care you can actually use on your busiest days.These small, grounding shifts help you reduce stress, calm your mind, and reconnect with Father God when you're feeling overwhelmed. If you've been searching for how to find peace, how to feel less anxious, or how to stay grounded during Advent, this episode will meet you right where you are.Listen in and discover how these gentle, actionable changes can help you respond from God's truth rather than anxiety, allowing you to cultivate a steady sense of mental/emotional self-care and experience the peace of God.Recipes Mentioned in the EpisodeSweet Heat Maple Glazed ChickenScriptures ReferencedPsalm 46:10Want to savor more goodness in your busy life? You're in the right place!Connect with like-minded women: If you're ready to find balance and peace, come together with women who understand the beauty of living a multifaceted life. ⁠⁠Join the community!⁠⁠Step into a calmer holiday rhythm: The Calm Christmas Workshop gives you space to pause, reflect, and shape the kind of Christmas you actually want to experience; Christ-centered, joy-filled, and free of overwhelm. ⁠⁠Enter the workshop today!Deepen your relationship with Christ before Christmas day: Get The Gift of Christ Advent Calendar Devotional and study the Gospel of Luke.Walk through the holiday season getting to know Christ the Man and wake up Christmas morning feeling peaceful and prepared. Get the devotional here!Let's Connect:Email: ⁠hello@p31virtues.com⁠Note: The show notes may contain affiliate links. If you click on one and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting my work!

Advent shouldn't be a time to "do more stuff" but rather, to go more deeply into the things we're already doing. Here are 5 ways to increase your prayerfulness this advent, in the lineage of the Catholic mystics. These are designed not to overwhelm you, but invigorate you!

In this heartfelt coaching session, Christine works with Jemma, who feels confused and heartbroken after believing that God led her into a relationship that ultimately ended in disappointment. Jemma wrestles with feelings of self-blame, loss, and spiritual doubt as she questions whether she misunderstood divine guidance—or was somehow being punished. Christine helps her see the situation through a lens of truth and compassion. Together, they explore how childhood wounds shape patterns of self-sacrifice, and how spiritual confusion often arises when we project human expectations onto God. Jemma learns that she hasn't "lost herself"—she was simply operating from childhood survival strategies, and she's now being invited to evolve through love, loss, and faith. If you've ever felt like the universe led you somewhere painful, this episode will help you find meaning, peace, and trust in a bigger plan. Consider / Ask Yourself: Have you ever felt misled by God or the universe? Do you blame yourself when relationships don't work out? Do you confuse caretaking or fawning with true connection? Are you interpreting disappointment as a sign you did something wrong? Key Insights and A-HAs: We often project human disappointment and abandonment onto God. "Losing yourself" is actually slipping back into old survival patterns. Every relationship can be a stepping stone toward deeper healing. Grief and progress can coexist—healing is not linear. Compassion for younger parts of ourselves softens relational patterns. How to Deepen the Work: Reflect on how childhood shaped your approach to intimacy and caretaking. Replace "I lost myself" with "I shifted into coping—and now I'm returning to myself." Journal about how this relationship moved you forward rather than backward. Spend time nurturing your inner child—the part of you longing for safety. Engage with God or your spiritual source as a loving presence, not a judge. Sponsor: Cured Nutrition Christine recommends Flow Gummies from Cured Nutrition for focused, sustained energy without jitters. Made with Lion's Mane, ginkgo, and green coffee extract, Flow supports mental clarity and smooth, balanced energy. Get 20% off when you subscribe at curednutrition.com/overit with code OVERIT. Coaching with Christine: Christine now has openings in two coaching pathways: • A VIP six-month mentorship for deep, ongoing transformation • A focused 10-week laser container for targeted support Apply at christinehassler.com/coaching-christine.   Social Media + Resources: Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts, including Coach's Corner Instagram: @ChristineHassler | @SacredUnionCouples Facebook: Christine Hassler Book: Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler Email: jill@christinehassler.com — For information on Christine's services Apply to be coached live on the show: christinehassler.com/waitlist

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120325.cfmAdvent invites us to wait—not passively, but with trust. As Fr. Tyler Mentzer reflects on Psalm 23, “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want,” he reminds us that God's provision is never merely sufficient; it is abundant, verdant, and overflowing. In a world where we're tempted to grasp, control, or hurry, Advent teaches us to rest in the “fertile pastures” where the Good Shepherd gives us repose.Fr. Tyler shows how the Lord's generosity is revealed through Scripture: the prophecy of Isaiah, the miracles of Jesus, the multiplication of loaves, and the Eucharist—our “juicy, rich food” and “pure choice wine.” The Catechism teaches: “Hope is the confident expectation of divine blessing” (CCC 2090). Advent hope means trusting that God's timing is perfect, His providence lavish, and His guidance steady—even in the “dark valley.”Like Jesus in the desert and on the Cross, we are invited to wait on the Father rather than take matters into our own hands. The fruit of this waiting is abundance, courage, resurrection life, and the promise that we “shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”Watch the full homily on YouTube, DivineMercyPlus.org, the DM+ app, and wherever you get your podcasts.Deepen your Advent with exclusive Catholic content on the free, ad-free Divine Mercy Plus streaming platform. Explore the Diary of St. Faustina and Understanding the Sacraments at ShopMercy.org.More resources available at the link in our bio.#marian #marians #marianfathers #marianhelpers #divinemercy #thedivinemercy #catholic #catholicism #romancatholic #romancatholicism #frtylermentzer #catholictiktok#advent #psalm23 #goodshepherd #eucharist #hope #waitingonGod #trustGod #CatholicHomily #dailyhomily #JesusChrist ★ Support this podcast ★

The holidays can bring additional stress to singles, from the pressure of family asking questions about your relationships to movies presenting couples finding love at Christmas. How does a Christian find someone in the current dating culture? On Equipped with Chris Brooks, author and pastor Sam Andreades will give single Christians in that vulnerable life moment some practical, theological help to make dating decisions confidently. Deepen your relationship with God as you date with discernment. Join us for the next Equipped. Featured resource:Dating with Discernment: 12 Questions to Make a Lasting Marriage by Sam A. Andreades December thank you gift:Discerning the Voice of God: How to Recognize When God is Speaking by Priscilla Shirer Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here.

Send us a textBefore you step into a new year, you must release what's weighing you down.In this powerful opening to the Finish in Faith series, April walks you through how to let go of old mindsets, expired assignments, emotional burdens, and rhythms that no longer match your next season.You'll learn how to reset your posture, surrender what's been draining you, and make room for the new thing God is doing as you prepare for 2026.

Feeling mentally overstimulated, emotionally tender, or like the world is getting louder while empathy feels harder to hold?This week's Energy Weather Report is here to help you stay grounded, clear, and compassionate as we move toward a Full Moon in Gemini

If you're feeling anxious in your marriage, you're probably not being authentic. The only way to enjoy an authentic marriage where you can relax and be yourself is through honesty. In this episode, I tell you about my journey of becoming an honest person (cause I used to not be one) and why it's so important to choose authenticity over anxiety.My group, MASTER YOUR MARRIAGE AND YOUR MIND, is re-opening in December! If you're ready to learn advanced communication skills and get coached on all your marital fears, this group is for you. Get in touch with me through email or on IG for more info.  Free Resources:FREE Masterclass: 5 Ways to Deepen the Connection with Your Partner21 Questions That Will Bring You and Your Partner Closer Than Ever!4-Step Guide To Self-Empowerment, Better Communication and Deeper Intimacy With Your PartnerIG: @partnershipalignedElana@partnershipaligned.comBook your free consult and start improving your relationship today!

Get The Gift of Christ Advent Calendar DevotionalTwo men saw Jesus face-to-face, but only one walked away fulfilled. Why? And what does that reveal about your hope this Advent? In this episode, you'll discover the hidden difference between Simeon and Herod and how their responses to Jesus expose the real reason your hope sometimes feels heavy, disappointing, or spiritually dry. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, longing for closeness with God, or trying to reclaim the Hope of Advent, this episode will help you shift from self-centered desire to God-centered trust, so you can experience the fulfillment your heart craves this Christmas season.Scriptures ReferencedLuke 2:25 -35Luke 23:6-12Want to savor more goodness in your busy life? You're in the right place!Connect with like-minded women: If you're ready to find balance and peace, come together with women who understand the beauty of living a multifaceted life. ⁠⁠Join the community!⁠⁠Step into a calmer holiday rhythm: The Calm Christmas Workshop gives you space to pause, reflect, and shape the kind of Christmas you actually want to experience; Christ-centered, joy-filled, and free of overwhelm. ⁠⁠Enter the workshop today!Deepen your relationship with Christ before Christmas day: Get The Gift of Christ Advent Calendar Devotional and study the Gospel of Luke.Walk through the holiday season getting to know Christ the Man and wake up Christmas morning feeling peaceful and prepared. Get the devotional here!Let's Connect:Email: ⁠hello@p31virtues.com⁠Note: The show notes may contain affiliate links. If you click on one and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting my work!

Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang has called for joint efforts with Russia to further implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state and deepen strategic collaboration in energy.

Send us a textLegacy isn't something you leave — it's something you live.In the final episode of our Legacy Series, April shares how to cultivate daily rhythms that reflect your faith, carry purpose, and build a legacy that glorifies God. You'll learn to see every prayer, every “yes,” and every step of obedience as part of your eternal story.✨ You'll learn:• How consistency creates fruit that lasts• Why your daily obedience is eternal work• How to live with legacy in mind right now

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced she will resign from Congress next year, marking a major shake-up inside the GOP. Her exit follows weeks of public clashes with former ally President Donald Trump. Republicans now face a narrower majority and growing internal tensions heading into the midterms. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has expressed the country's readiness to work with South Africa to support each other and deepen mutually beneficial cooperation.

The EU and the African Union are marking 25 years of relations with a summit aimed at boosting economic cooperation, but Europe's investment ambitions will struggle to compete with those of China and the US. We take a closer look in this edition.

This week's Energy Weather Report is all about staying soft and strong as we move through a powerful waxing Moon, a First Quarter activation, Mercury going direct, and some deep emotional alchemy in Scorpio. If you've been feeling extra sensitive, intuitive, or aware of subtle shifts around you…you're not imagining it.Your empathy is your superpower this week.---------------------------------------------Take this work deeper, check out the Moon Club:

Every creator reaches a moment when something no longer fits: whether it's a project, a service, a structure, or even a version of yourself. In this episode, we talk about the often overlooked, yet essential, destructive part of the creative cycle.You'll learn:Why releasing is a non-negotiable part of manifestingWhat “creative death” really means (and why it's sacred)How to identify when it's time to walk away from somethingThe nervous system tools that can support you through creative transitionsHow to differentiate between intuition and fear when you're ready to evolveThis episode is a must-listen if you're feeling creatively stuck, burned out, or like your soul is whispering that it's time to pivot—even if you've poured your heart into what already exists.WORK WITH ME: – Calm your system & reconnect: JOIN CREATING SPACE in 2026!– Deepen your intuition & self-connection: CREATIVE SOUL SHOP – Align your energy & find clarity: BOOK A READING – Step fully into your next chapter: APPLY FOR THE EXPANSION MENTORSHIP CONNECT WITH JENN: Web:www.jenniferhulley.comEmail contact@jenniferhulley.comTikTok @jenniferhulleyIG: @jenniferhulleyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jennifer.hulley

Today's Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/112325.cfmIn today's homily, Fr. Anthony reminds us of a truth Americans rarely ponder: we have never lived under a king — yet our entire faith rests on the Kingship of Jesus Christ. Unlike earthly monarchs who seek power, privilege, and protection, Jesus rules from a place no human king would ever choose: the Cross. His throne is wood, His crown is thorns, His royal robes are His own Precious Blood. This is the radical reversal of the Gospel — a King who saves not by “saving Himself,” but by pouring Himself out in total self-gift. As Scripture says, “The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many” (Mk 10:45).The mockery of the rulers, the soldiers, and the thief — “Save yourself!” — echoes the temptation we all face: self-preservation over self-surrender. Yet Jesus reveals the true meaning of kingship: mercy. On Calvary, He establishes a kingdom not of domination but of redemption. He conquers sin, death, and Satan by embracing the Cross, proving that divine authority is expressed through sacrificial love. The Diary of St. Faustina echoes this mystery when Jesus says, “The flames of mercy are burning Me. I desire to pour them out upon human souls” (Diary, 1074). Christ thirsts for souls, not for earthly glory.Fr. Anthony urges each of us to enthrone Jesus as King in our hearts. The real battle is not with political enemies or cultural currents, but within — between virtue and vice, grace and temptation. To invite Christ the King is to ask Him to conquer our interior enemies quickly and decisively. And where the King reigns, He places His Queen — the Blessed Virgin Mary — beside Him. Through truth, humility, and repentance, the kingdom of God takes root within us, leading us to the final victory: rising with Christ after our death, just like the good thief who prayed, “Jesus, remember me.”For more Catholic teaching, visit DivineMercyPlus.org and the link in our bio. Deepen your understanding of Christ's saving work and the Sacraments with Understanding the Sacraments at ShopMercy.org.#marian #marians #marianfathers #marianhelpers #divinemercy #thedivinemercy #catholic #catholicism #romancatholic #romancatholicism#franthony #christtheking #dailyhomily #catholicpreaching #jesuschristking #calvary #divinemercydevotion #maryourmother #catholictruth #gospelteaching ★ Support this podcast ★

In his meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in Johannesburg, Chinese Premier Li Qiang says the country stands ready to work with South Africa to deepen political mutual trust and expand cooperation across various fields.

In this episode, we share uplifting affirmations that help you cultivate more joy and emotional safety. We explain how consistent repetition can slowly rewire your perspective toward love.https://selfpause.com/app/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this powerful coaching session, Christine supports Nina, a high-achieving woman who has learned to rely on herself since childhood—and now wonders why love feels so hard to receive. Despite years of healing and success, she finds herself attracting men who are kind but lack direction, and she struggles to understand whether her independence is strength or self-protection. Christine helps Nina uncover the difference between healthy masculine energy and overfunctioning rooted in trauma. Together, they explore how early loss and betrayal created hypervigilance, and how surrendering to trust—especially through a deeper spiritual relationship—can open the door to healthy, reciprocal love. If you've ever been told you're "too strong," or you find it easier to do everything yourself than to receive support, this episode will help you reframe that pattern with compassion and start allowing love in. Consider / Ask Yourself: Do you relate to overfunctioning or feeling like the one everyone relies on? Is receiving help or love uncomfortable for you? Do you believe you need to have everything handled to feel safe? Have you confused control with confidence or independence with strength? Key Insights and A-HAs: Overfunctioning is often a trauma response, not healthy masculine energy. When we've been hurt by men, we often project that hurt onto "the masculine" as a whole. Safety must come before surrender—your nervous system needs evidence that love can be safe. Healing happens in stages; each relationship can serve as a stepping stone toward healthy partnership. True surrender isn't weakness—it's a return to trust, faith, and divine alignment. How to Deepen the Work: Reflect on early memories that taught you to "handle it all" and what beliefs they created. Practice receiving in small, everyday ways (compliments, help, rest). Replace "I need to fix it" with "I'm open to support." Pray or journal: "God, help me align with my most loving and healthy match." Remember that trust—both spiritual and relational—is a muscle built over time. Sponsor: Cured Nutrition Christine recommends Flow Gummies from Cured Nutrition for clean, sustained energy and mental clarity. Formulated with Lion's Mane, green coffee extract, and ginkgo, Flow helps boost focus without jitters or crashes. Get 20% off when you subscribe at curednutrition.com/overit with code OVERIT. Upcoming Program: Christine's Emerge Program is now open! This 3-month embodiment experience is for anyone who has done the inner work but still feels stuck. Learn to integrate awareness into embodied confidence and flow. Join at christinehassler.com/emerge2025.   Social Media + Resources: Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts, including Coach's Corner Instagram: @ChristineHassler | @SacredUnionCouples Facebook: Christine Hassler Book: Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler Email: jill@christinehassler.com — For information on Christine's services Apply to be coached live on the show: christinehassler.com/waitlist

In this episode of the Glowing Older podcast, host Nancy Griffin interviews Dr. Kerry Burnight, a gerontologist and author of JoySpan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life's Second Half. They discuss the concept of "JoySpan," which emphasizes the importance of quality of life over mere longevity. Dr. Burnight introduces her four-pronged matrix for thriving in later life: Grow, Connect, Adapt, and Give. The conversation also touches on overcoming internalized ageism and the significance of maintaining a growth mindset as we age.About KerryDr. Kerry Burnight is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author and nationally recognized gerontologist whose life's work celebrates the gift of growing older. For eighteen years, Professor Burnight taught Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology at the University of California, Irvine, and co-founded the nation's first Elder Abuse Forensic Center.Known as America's Gerontologist, she blends science with soul by translating cutting-edge longevity research into practical, heart-centered ways to live with vitality, connection, and purpose. Building upon the lifespan and healthspan literature, she coined the term joyspan - the quality of a long life.  The joysan framework is a proven approach to deepening love, curiosity, vitality, and meaning.Kerry Burnight's work has been featured in The New York Times, CBS Mornings, Oprah Daily, NBC News, Time Magazine, BBC, and CNN. Growing older is not the end of your story, it is the fullest expression of it.Key TakeawaysFocusing too much on longevity can neglect quality of life. Many older adults live long and stay healthy yet still feel unhappy.The American Psychological Association defines joy as “a feeling of extreme gladness, delight, or exaltation of the spirit arising from a sense of well-being or satisfaction”. Joy is not about being happy all the time—it's a deeper sense of contentment. Unlike happiness, which often depends on external circumstances, joy is rooted in well-being and internal satisfaction.The four-pronged matrix for JoySpan is Grow, Connect, Adapt, and Give. Curiosity is the catalyst of growth.Research shows that genetics will predict less than 25 % of how we age. As you get older, you care less about others' opinions and gain stronger emotional regulation, with fewer intense ups and downs. There's more appreciation for beauty, relationships, ordinary pleasures, humility, andspirituality. Aging also boosts integration between brain hemispheres, offering improved problem solving and deeper self-acceptance.The multi-billion dollar anti-aging industry profits from the “aging is bad” narrative telling us to fear getting older and to use their products to stop aging.

Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal has sentenced ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death for crimes against humanity committed during a violent crackdown in 2024. Amid an unstable political landscape, will Hasina’s sentencing be a step forward for Bangladesh, or will it spark more unrest in the country? In this episode: Ahmede Hussain, Editor, The Delta Gram Episode credits: This episode was produced by Marcos Bartolomé, Farhan Rafid and Tracie Hunte with Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, Diana Ferrero, Fatima Shafiq, Sarí El-Khalili, and our host, Manuel Rápalo. It was edited by Noor Wazwaz and Kylene Kiang. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad Al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Send us a textTrue legacy isn't built through visibility — it's built through relationships.In this heartfelt episode, April helps you see how your everyday love, encouragement, and generosity create ripples that last far longer than likes or followers ever could. Legacy multiplies through people, not platforms.✨ You'll learn:• Why relational impact is the foundation of legacy• How love leaves fingerprints that never fade• Practical ways to invest in people around you

In this deeply supportive session, Christine coaches Kelly, who is learning to open her heart to healthy love after leaving a toxic marriage. Kelly recently met someone kind and emotionally available—but her nervous system keeps sending mixed signals, leaving her wondering whether it's intuition or fear. Christine helps her understand how the body stores memories of past trauma, how to distinguish real red flags from old triggers, and how to gently retrain the nervous system to feel safe in love again. Together, they explore what integration looks like after healing work—when awareness turns into embodiment. If you've ever questioned your body's signals, struggled to trust love again, or feared repeating old patterns, this conversation will bring deep clarity and compassion. Consider / Ask Yourself: Do you mistake fear for intuition—or intuition for fear? Have past painful relationships made it hard to feel safe in love? Are you waiting to be "fully healed" before allowing intimacy in? How do you respond when someone truly shows up for you? Key Insights and A-HAs: The nervous system often reacts to memories, not the present moment. Fear can mean danger—or it can mean expansion. Integration is the bridge between awareness and embodiment. Healing doesn't mean fear disappears; it means you relate to it differently. Safe love can still feel unfamiliar—and that's okay. How to Deepen the Work: Journal about how your body reacts when someone is kind, consistent, or loving. Write down red flags from past relationships to clarify what's truly unsafe. Practice "titration": letting love in slowly, without judgment. Notice when your nervous system feels unsettled and speak to it with compassion. Remind yourself: you can feel fear and stay open to love. Sponsor: Cured Nutrition Need more energy and focus without the crash? Christine recommends Flow Gummies by Cured Nutrition—made with Lion's Mane, green coffee extract, and ginkgo for clean, sustained energy. No jitters, no afternoon crash, and no sleepless nights. Get 20% off when you subscribe at curednutrition.com/overit with code OVERIT. Upcoming Program: Christine's new Emerge Program is now open! This 3-month embodiment experience is for anyone who's done the inner work but still feels "stuck." You'll integrate your growth through body-based tools, live coaching, and lifelong access to all materials. Join or catch up anytime at christinehassler.com/emerge2025.   Social Media + Resources: Christine Hassler — Take a Coaching Assessment Christine Hassler Podcasts Including Coaches Corner Christine on Facebook Expectation Hangover by Christine Hassler @ChristineHassler on Twitter @ChristineHassler on Instagram @SacredUnionCouples on Instagram Email: jill@christinehassler.com — For information on any of my services! Get on the waitlist to be coached on the show! Get on the list to be notified about the upcoming certification program for coaches.

Send us a textWhat if the dream God gave you wasn't just about you — but about generations to come?In this episode, April reminds you that lasting legacy begins with partnership, not performance. You'll explore how to surrender your plans, trust God's blueprint, and allow Him to build through you in ways that outlive your lifetime.✨ You'll learn:• The difference between building for God and building with God• Why surrender is the key to legacy• How faith fuels generational fruit

Do you struggle to share what you're really thinking or feeling due to fear that you might be judged or rejected? Or, do you worry that someone might use your personal information against you if you put yourself out there? If you've ever struggled to take social risks, this episode is for you. I'm talking to Ben Swire, a top thought leader on human connection and authentic living, Some of the things we discuss are: What "safe danger" is and why it's the key to meaningful growth How to take micro risks (like admitting you don't know something or giving honest feedback) The crucial difference between comfort and true safety Using playful and creative tasks to lower defenses and build trust How to practice vulnerability without taking reckless, all-or-nothing leaps The specific activities that will deepen your connections in fun ways How to create safety in groups so people feel safe enough to share their real ideas The art of sharing things you love (like poetry or a creative project) without fearing judgment Why even small risks feel harder when you care deeply—and how to push through the fear Turning your hardest struggles into your greatest emotional “superpowers” Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mentally Stronger Premium⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for exclusive content like weekly bonus episodes, mental strength challenges, and office hours with me. Links & Resources BenjaminSwire.com Safe Danger Connect with the Show Buy a copy of⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Amy on Instagram —⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@AmyMorinAuthor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit my website —⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AmyMorinLCSW.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsors OneSkin — Get 15% off OneSkin with the code STRONGER at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.oneskin.co/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Quince — Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/stronger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns! Shopify — Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shopify.com/mentallystronger⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ L-Nutra — Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ProlonLife.com/MS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to claim your 15% discount and your bonus gift. Jones Road Beauty — Use code STRONGER at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jonesroadbeauty.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get a Free Cool Gloss with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Lola Blankets — Get 35% off your entire order at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lolablankets.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by using code STRONGER at checkout. Experience the world's #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. AirDoctor — Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AirDoctorPro.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and use promo code STRONGER to get UP TO $300 off today! AquaTru — Go to ⁠⁠⁠AquaTru.com⁠⁠⁠ now for 20% off using promo code STRONGER Uncommon Goods — Go to ⁠⁠⁠UncommonGoods.com/Stronger⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices