Podcasts about Delight

Singleness often carries silent struggles—shame, embarrassment, loneliness, and questions about identity or purpose. In this episode, Haley opens up about her own journey of navigating singleness throughout different seasons of her life. We discuss how culture and even the church can sometimes elevate marriage as the ultimate goal in life, but God calls each of us—single or married—to something greater. Together, we reflect on God's ultimate purpose, priority, and plan for our lives, and how to navigate singleness with faith.  We also talk about various misconceptions and experiences of singleness—whether you've never married, divorced, or widowed—and why it's important to seek God's guidance for your next step. This is a conversation of grace, honesty, and hope—for anyone navigating singleness or walking alongside someone who is. Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.   So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.   Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.   Listen in to learn more : (00:00) - Navigating Singleness With Hope (12:35) - Misconceptions and Heart Reflections (20:42) - Defining Purpose Beyond Roles and Expectations (34:31) - Navigating Church Expectations for Singles (47:05) - Nurturing Hope in Singleness and Marriage (55:58) - Embracing Singleness With God's Purpose (01:03:45) - Navigating Singleness and Marriage Realities (01:11:28) - Finding Hope in Singleness and Marriage -------------- Hope for the Heart resources   Learn more and sign up for our fall Hope Together conference: https://hopetogether.com/    Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart    Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/    Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/    Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night   God's plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/   Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://raisedonors.com/hopefortheheart/givehope?sc=HTPDON    ---------------------------- Bible verses mentioned in this episode   Psalm 37:4 – “Delight yourself in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” Romans 8:29 – “For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.” Romans 12:2 – “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”

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DJ one3 Show "Back in Time" Playlist: 1. Bob & Earl - Harlem Shuffle • Intro 2. Redbone - Come & Get Your Love 3. Temptations - Just My Imagination 4. 10cc - I'm Not in Love 5. Bill Withers - Use Me 6. Marvin Gaye -  Mercy Mercy 7. Aretha Franklin - Freeway of Love 8. Jackson 5 - I Want You Back 9. Bob Marley- Three Little Birds 10. Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive 11. Staple Singers- Respect Yourself 12. Al Green - I'm Still in Love with You 13. Diana Ross - Upside Down 14. Smokey Robinson/James Taylor- Ain't That Peculiar 15. Elton John - I'm Still Standing 16. James Brown - Night Train 17. Kansas- Dust in the Wind 18. The Sylistics - People Make the World go Round 19. Pretenders - My City was Gone 20. Paul McCartney/Wings - With a little Luck 21. Al Jarreau - Ain't No Sunshine (remix) 22. Commodores - Rise Up (future remix) 23. Tears for Fears - Mad World (remix) 24. Stevie Wonder- Higher Ground 25. ELO - Mr. Blue Sky 26. Prince & App- Take Me with U 27. Earth, Wind & Fire - Reasons 28. Billie Holiday- Lover Man 29. Eagles - One of These Nights 30. Undisputed Truth - Smiling Faces 31. Spinners - Rubber Band Man 32. Queen- Don't Stop me Now 33. Sugar Hill Gang - Rapper's Delight (radio edit) 34. Oingo Boingo - Goodbye Goodbye • outro / DJone3.com for the rest/Stay Tuned to iHeart for the next show!

 (This podcast was previously recorded and published on May 2, 2020)   Jesus Ministries, Joan Boney  ...    Psalm 37:4  Delight thyself also in the Lord: and HE shall give thee the desires of thine heart.    This means: When we belong to God, HE will put HIS desires into our hearts. We will find we want to do something and we pray about it and we have no idea that God has planted HIS own desire for us into our heart!    (Delight in "the Lord", in "The Word" given us by God by HIS Spirit.)   Example in this Podcast.   ==    Ecclesiastes 3:1  To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:     2 Kings 4:8-10   And it fell on a day, that Elisha passed to Shunem, where was a great woman; and she constrained him to eat bread. And so it was, that as oft as he passed by, he turned in thither to eat bread.   9 And she said unto her husband, Behold now, I perceive that this is an holy man of God, which passeth by us continually.   10 Let us make a little chamber, I pray thee, on the wall; and let us set for him there a bed, and a table, and a stool, and a candlestick: and it shall be, when he cometh to us, that he shall turn in thither.     

Do you consider yourself a skeptical person? Ya know do you approach life with 'glass half-empty' attitude? Are you always waiting for the other shoe to drop? In this program, guest teacher Jennie Allen shares why this mindset is actually very toxic to our thought life. She'll reveal just how pervasive cynicism is, and the ways it steals our joy. Don't miss how to change your way of thinking.Am I cynical? - Ask yourself these questions:Do I get annoyed when people are optimistic?When someone is nice to me, do I wonder what that person wants?Do I constantly feel misunderstood?• When things are going well am I waiting for something to go wrong?Do I quickly notice people's flaws or faults?Do I worry about getting taken advantage of?Am I guarded when I meet someone new?Do I wonder sometimes why people just can't get it together?Am I sarcastic?Cynicism – is the idea that we're looking for the bad to keep the bad from hurting us.The antidote for cynicism:Be careful with what you feed your soul.Choose friends that are life-giving.Delight in God's creation.Believe in the good.Broadcast ResourceDownload Free MP3Message NotesGet Out Of Your Head BookAdditional MentionsJennie Allen's Free Book Club KitConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003About Jennie Allen: Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary behind IF: Gathering and she is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. She is a passionate leader following God's call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master's in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children.

What does it take to build a product people fall in love with? Superhuman founder Rahul Vohra joins Chris and Sylvie to talk about designing for delight, why speed still matters, and how AI fits into the future of joyful software. Plus: how the Grammarly acquisition opens a new chapter for Superhuman.Links to Learn More:Follow Rahul Vohra on LinkedInFollow Savage on LinkedInSubscribe to Talking Too Loud on WistiaWatch on YouTubeFollow Talking Too Loud on InstagramFollow Talking Too Loud on TikTokLove what you heard? Leave us a review!On AppleOn Spotify

Send us a textIn this episode of the Amazing Teams podcast, we sat down with Katy Carrigan, CEO of Goody, to explore how thoughtful gifting drives employee engagement and recognition. They discuss the power of personalization, celebrating milestones, and building a culture of appreciation. The conversation also delves into leadership transparency, empowering teams, and how Goody navigates growth while keeping the recipient experience at the heart of it all.We dive into:Why physical gifts often have more impact than monetary onesThe common oversight of missing work anniversariesHow remote work calls for more intentional recognitionWhy action and follow-through are key to building trustTune in for Katy's insights on creating meaningful moments that make teams feel truly valued.Resources:Connect with Katy on LinkedInLearn more about GoodyHow Katy became the CEO of Goody

After watching this entire recording of the Study Group #144 please register the Matrix Code NCRADIO3.91 in your free account at StartOver.xyz: login.startover.xyz. This Experiment is worth 1 Matrix Point. HOW TO LIVE IN ARCHIARCHY? - Cavitation Study Group started on Tuesday 3rd of June 2025, with reading Clinton Callahan's "Cavitation: The Emergence of Archiarchy" book live.  NEW TIMES BELOW! Since the book itself contains pure gold in distinctions, examples, and possibilities that are Box-liquifying, illusion-shattering, and Archetypal-Body-Igniting, Clinton, Anne-Chloé, and Vera decided to take a stand to thoroughly enjoy reading Cavitation with our village and create practices and new matrix-building liquid states from it. We bring the book to life and unfold in new ways together.   This week, we go onto the domains of extraordinary and archetypal relating, with examples from Anne-Chloé and Clinton's 8 year delectable relational dance experiment anniversary. This week's experiment is to become the source of Delight. What kind of culture do you create moment-to-moment, day-by-day, if you are the source of Delight? Please let us know what you experimented with, and what you discovered. In the Cavitation book, we meet Edith Goldman, who in her third day of working in a reputable law firm, faces head-first the patriarchal dogma of the work place she put so much effort into getting to. The Rage in her heart tell her to leave. And that is what she does. Based on a real life event with a real previously-french young woman.   ------------ After a year's pause we are opening up the space for a renewed study group. We stand on the shoulders of the Radiant Joy Brilliant Love Study Group (2020-23) and the Building Love That Lasts (2023-24) weekly Study Groups, which became the Heartbeat of the Global Village of Possibility Management. The Heartbeat is coming back. We meet every week, to unfold and discover how it goes to live in Archiarchy. Some calls will have texts and other resources to draw from, others new and wild questions to unfold together.  If you have not attended any of the past Study Groups, we recommend watching the first episode of RJBL (Radiant Joy Brilliant Love - Study Group) and the first episode of BLTL (Building Love That Lasts - Study Group) as context for your participation. ------------ We invite you to go liquid with us, and discover more of Archiarchy. When: Tuesdays 7-9pm CE(S)T Spaceholders: Anne-Chloé & Vera Franco Cost: Free! Zoom: Meeting ID: 870 2606 5139 Passcode: 472683 Related Websites: https://archiarchy.mystrikingly.com https://buildinglovethatlasts.mystrikingly.com https://buildinglovethatlasts101.mystrikingly.com https://studygroup.mystrikingly.com https://possibilitymanagement.mystrikingly.com https://howtoplay.mystrikingly.com https://startoverxyz.mystrikingly.com https://spaceport.mystrikingly.com

Episode 365: The Power TrapSummary:Afraid that stepping into your full power will cost too much? That people might judge you, or success might ask more than you can give? In this episode, we're uncovering the final trap that keeps you playing small—and walking through how to break free so you can show up boldly in your calling, without apology.Takeaways:The Power Trap shows up when we fear what our calling will require.Success can trigger fear responses just like failure can.When you name your fear, you strip it of its power.Power looks different for everyone—define what it looks like for you.People-pleasing keeps us playing small.Playing small is not humility—it's self-protection.God works in layers—stepping into your power happens one layer at a time.Abraham's story shows the danger of pleasing people over purpose.Courage says yes, even when fear says run.You don't have to get it perfect—just keep stepping forward.Quotes:“If you don't step into your power, others are going to miss out on what you are called to bring to the table.”“Playing small isn't holy—it's just keeping other people in the dark.”“Your obedience is not for their applause. Your obedience is for the one who called you.”“Courage doesn't mean it's loud, but it is consistent.”Courageous Action:Get Honest with God – Journal through Psalm 139:23–24 and ask Father to show you the real fear holding you back.Define Your Version of Power – What does power look like for you in this season? How are you wired to show up?Take One Bold Step – Choose one action you've been avoiding and do it this week to start practicing your power.Chapters:00:00 – Three Enrolling Questions01:00 – Series Recap (Feeling, Safety, Power Traps)03:00 – Why this episode matters04:00 – Personal Story: Coaching opportunity & fear response10:00 – The Power Trap Defined12:00 – Scripture: Luke 12:4814:00 – Moses vs. Israel – Stepping into power16:00 – Trap Response #1: Name your fear20:00 – Trap Response #2: Define your version of power26:00 – Trap Response #3: Choose purpose over people-pleasing30:00 – Abraham's story: Purpose over people32:00 – Recap + Final Encouragement35:00 – Courageous Action37:30 – CTA + OutroWho Am I?Heather Bunch – The Courageous CoachCertified life & Enneagram coach, speaker, author of Hello Courageous. I help Christian women entrepreneurs grow themselves so they can grow their business and fulfill their God-given purpose.I also help coaches/speakers/authors get their ideas into signature systems & books.Links:

Do you consider yourself a skeptical person? Ya know do you approach life with 'glass half-empty' attitude? Are you always waiting for the other shoe to drop? In this program, guest teacher Jennie Allen shares why this mindset is actually very toxic to our thought life. She'll reveal just how pervasive cynicism is, and the ways it steals our joy. Don't miss how to change your way of thinking.Am I cynical? - Ask yourself these questions:Do I get annoyed when people are optimistic?When someone is nice to me, do I wonder what that person wants?Do I constantly feel misunderstood?• When things are going well am I waiting for something to go wrong?Do I quickly notice people's flaws or faults?Do I worry about getting taken advantage of?Am I guarded when I meet someone new?Do I wonder sometimes why people just can't get it together?Am I sarcastic?Cynicism – is the idea that we're looking for the bad to keep the bad from hurting us.The antidote for cynicism:Be careful with what you feed your soul.Choose friends that are life-giving.Delight in God's creation.Believe in the good.Broadcast ResourceDownload Free MP3Message NotesGet Out Of Your Head BookAdditional MentionsJennie Allen's Free Book Club KitConnect888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With UsDonate Online888-333-6003About Jennie Allen: Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary behind IF: Gathering and she is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. She is a passionate leader following God's call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master's in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children.

Mentoring often sounds like the perfect way to steward your time in retirement—until you try it and realize it's not as intuitive as you'd hoped.For many retirees, mentoring seems like a meaningful way to invest in the next generation—a way to put their life experience to work. But what if we've misunderstood how mentoring fits into God's design for this season of life? Jeff Haanen joins us with practical stories and spiritual insight to help us reframe it.Jeff Haanen is an accomplished entrepreneur and the founder of the Denver Institute for Faith & Work. He is the author of An Uncommon Guide to Retirement: Finding God's Purpose for the Next Season of Life and Working from the Inside Out: A Brief Guide to Inner Work That Transforms Our Outer World.Rethinking MentoringRetirement is often marketed as the reward for decades of hard work—a long-awaited season of leisure and personal fulfillment. But what if there's a deeper, richer invitation waiting for us in this chapter of life? What if retirement isn't just about what we get—but what we give?Retirement isn't the end of our calling. It's a fresh opportunity to steward our lives for God's Kingdom in powerful new ways. One of the most meaningful ways we can do that is through mentoring—especially when we reimagine it as intergenerational friendship.Many of us picture mentoring as a formal, structured relationship: scheduled coffee dates where the older offers wisdom and the younger listens. While these settings can be helpful, we've found that mentoring is most fruitful when it grows from an organic, mutual friendship.Rather than casting ourselves as sages who dispense advice, we're invited to be fellow travelers—learning, laughing, sharing, and growing together. Intergenerational friendships emphasize mutual respect, shared experiences, and spiritual growth over time.This vision of mentoring as a form of friendship has deep roots in Scripture. Jesus said to His disciples, “I no longer call you servants… I have called you friends” (John 15:15). The Apostle Paul invested in Timothy, Elijah mentored Elisha, and Naomi walked with Ruth—but in each of these relationships, we find more than just a teacher and a student. We see companions whose hearts were knit together in love and trust.In God's upside-down Kingdom, wisdom flows both ways. The older bring experience and insight; the younger bring hope, energy, and perspective. Together, we become more like Christ.What Makes Mentoring Thrive?Through our own journey and through observing others, we've seen several elements that make these relationships truly flourish:Delight in the Next Generation. Mentoring starts not with duty but with joy. When we find genuine delight in those younger than us—when we enjoy being with them, listening, and learning—we build the foundation for real connection. Affirm Before Advising. Many younger adults are uncertain about their calling or whether they have what it takes. A word of affirmation can be far more powerful than advice. Encouragement builds trust and opens the door to growth. Lead with Vulnerability. We don't need to have it all together. It's our stories of failure and God's faithfulness that often minister most deeply. Humility makes room for healing and hope. Commit for the Long Haul. There's no shortcut to transformation. Mentoring thrives when we're patient and willing to walk alongside someone over time—through victories, setbacks, and seasons of change. Ask Thoughtful Questions. Jesus often asked His disciples powerful, heart-revealing questions. We can do the same. When we help others discover truth for themselves, they take greater ownership of their journey.The local church is a natural place to start. It's one of the few places left in our culture where generations regularly gather. Maybe it's time to simply show up—to attend a young adult gathering, volunteer in youth ministry, or offer to listen and pray for someone younger.Our workplaces also offer opportunities. Even in retirement, we may still have professional wisdom worth sharing. Informal conversations, apprenticeships, or consulting can all create meaningful space for mentorship.Most importantly, we must pray. We've learned to listen—not only to our mentee but to the Holy Spirit. We ask: Lord, what do You want us to say in this moment? How can we best serve this person? Prayer is the lifeblood of all fruitful mentoring relationships.What If Retirement Looked Like This?Imagine if thousands of believers approaching retirement swapped comfort for Kingdom impact. What if instead of isolating ourselves, we stepped into churches and communities, offering our time, wisdom, and presence?We believe that mentoring may be one of the most significant contributions we can make in our later years—not only for the benefit of others, but also for our own joy and growth. As we give ourselves away, we often find our richest reward.So here's the invitation: Start showing up. Start listening. Start sharing your story. And watch what God does through friendship across generations.Help Us Equip Others to Live with PurposeRight now, more people than ever are seeking biblical wisdom to navigate their finances and their calling. When you become a FaithFi Partner, you help meet that need.Partners receive:Early access to new devotionals and studiesA subscription to our Faithful Steward magazinePro access to the FaithFi appJoin the mission today with your gift of $35/month or $400/year at FaithFi.com/Give. On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I'm trying to compare mortgage rates from several lenders, but I'm concerned that multiple hard credit inquiries will affect my credit score. What's the best way to shop around without damaging my credit?I'm trying to decide between setting up a Special Needs Trust or an ABLE account for my nephew. Can you explain the differences and help me understand which option might be better for his long-term financial support?After my husband left, I found myself in a challenging financial situation. Most of my savings are gone, and because of a traumatic brain injury, my ability to work is limited. I feel overwhelmed and don't know where to begin. How can I start to rebuild my financial life?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)An Uncommon Guide to Retirement: Finding God's Purpose for the Next Season of Life by Jeff HaanenBankrate | Lending TreeMovement MortgageWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

It's TSHE After Dark ™ (said in a sultry whisper). Come for some small talk about our current lives! Ann is FURIOUS, Bobby is settling in to his new (to be named) studio, and Hillary is back from the Eastern Seaboard. Stay for a deep dive into Fritz the Cat, disgusting baby shower games, finding odd refrigerators, Ken's Salad Dressing availability, and a lot more miscellany. Also, please weigh in! Is Barack Obama right? Is ketchup only for children? President Obama - TSHE might actually disagree with you!TSHE Recommends Actress of Certain Agre / Jeff HillerThe Power Broker: Robert Moses and the Fall of New York / Robert CaroConnect with the show!This is your show, too. Feel free to drop us a line, send us a voice memo, or fax us a butt to let us know what you think.Facebook group: This Show Has EverythingFax Bobby Your Butt: 617-354-8513 Feedback form: www.throwyourphone.com Email: tsheshow@gmail.comAOL Keyword: TSHE

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In this week's episode, Derek delves into the enduring keyboard works of Mozart with live CRC performances by pianists Jonathan Biss, Rafał Blechacz, and Barry Douglas with the Camerata Ireland. Adagio in B Minor, K. 540Menuet in D Major, K. 355Jonathan Biss [12/9/2018 performance]Rondo in A Minor, K. 511Rafał Blechacz [4/8/2018 performance]Piano Concerto No. 27 in B‐flat Major, K. 595LarghettoAllegroCamerata Ireland; Barry Douglas, piano/conductor [10/27/2001 performance]Dive deeper into this episode's repertoire by heading to our YouTube channel for a discussion with some of our audience members about the program.Follow us to stay up to date on the latest from Capital Region Classical including concerts, events, and new episodes of Inside the Music:WebsiteFacebookInstagramYouTube© Capital Region Classical

John 15:15; Matthew 3:16-17; Matthew 25:22-24

Linda Ugelow is a speaking confidence and vocal coach and author of the book, Delight in the Limelight.In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Linda shares tips on how to get over your fear of public speaking, handling mistakes with poise, overcoming imposter syndrome, and healing – rather than quieting – the inner critical voice.Show Notes -> leaderassistant.com/334--In-person meeting planning can be a lot to manage. That's where TROOP Planner comes in. TROOP Planner is built to make life easier for busy assistants like yourself. Whether you're organizing an executive offsite, department meeting, or team retreat, TROOP keeps it simple, fast, and organized.Visit leaderassistant.com/troop to learn more! --Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants. --Automate scheduling with YouCanBookMe by Capacity. Sign up for a FREE trial -> leaderassistant.com/calendar.More from The Leader Assistant... Book, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.com The Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership Events -> leaderassistantlive.com Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/community

In Chapter 11 of St. Luke's Gospel, we come across the astounding moment when, after having seen Jesus pray, one of the disciples asked Him, "Lord teach us to pray..."(Lk 11:1) They could tell that the prayer of Jesus was different; there was something going on there that they wanted in on. In turn, Jesus taught them, and us...The Our Father.

Grace Is That Which Affords Us Joy, Pleasure, Delight, Sweetness, Charm, And Loveliness.It Is The Good Will, Loving-Kindness, And Favor Of Our Redeemer.Grace Is The Merciful Kindness By Which God, Exerting HIS HOLY INFLUENCE Upon Souls:Turns Them To Christ, Keeps Them,Strengthens Them,Increases Them In The Christian Faith, Increases Them In Knowledge, Increases Them In Affection,And Kindles Them To The Exercise Of The Christian Virtues [Faith].But To Paul, Grace Is How God SAVES THE SINNER, KEEPS THE SAINT, And BRINGS HOME THE SON.ISAIAH 55:8-9WHO HE IS AND WHY HE DOES THIS JEREMIAH 29:11EPHESIANS 2WE ARE HIS WORKMANSHIPGOD WANTS TO SHOWCASE HIS GRACEHEBREWS 13CAN GOD DO IT?HOW CAN GOD DO IT?HEBREWS 8: 111 CORINTHIANS 15BY THE GRACE OF GOD I AM WHAT I AM

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Jesus didn't just teach about Sabbath—He is our Sabbath. In this message, Pastor David explores the deep, transformative rhythm of Sabbath, not as a rule to follow but as a weekly invitation to Stop, Rest, Delight, and Worship. More than a break from work, Sabbath is a holy protest against the lies of busyness, productivity, and self-sufficiency—and a return to the truth that Jesus is Lord, and we are not.

What are the desires of your heart? Sometimes we think, “If I just had ___, then I’d finally be happy.” Psalm 37:4 offers a different promise:“Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.” This powerful devotional by Megan J. Conner explores how God lovingly transforms our longings—helping us discover that what we truly desire is Him. If you’ve ever wondered why even your biggest wins still leave you wanting more, this message will speak to the deeper need in your soul: true contentment in God.

On Today's Show, A spontaneous weekend getaway turns into a night of uninhibited pleasure as ecstasy fuels an unexpected menage-a-trois. Three friends, driven by desire and the effects of the drug, explore new heights of intimacy, pushing boundaries and discovering hidden passions in a steamy, unforgettable encounter.In the heart of France, two friends become enthralled by the passionate encounters of their hosts, an older couple whose nights are filled with intense, audible pleasure. As they listen and explore their own desires, the friends find themselves drawn into a world of secret fantasies and shared excitement, forever changing their understanding of intimacy.A young woman's first foray into the world of oral pleasure is guided by a more experienced friend, leading to a night of discovery and arousal. As she learns the art of giving a blowjob, she uncovers her own desires and the thrill of pleasing another, marking the beginning of a new chapter in her sexual journey.A chilly winter night takes a steamy turn when a group of friends invite a captivating stranger into their hot tub. As the evening unfolds, one couple finds themselves drawn into a passionate encounter, their desires ignited by the intimacy of the moment and the allure of forbidden pleasure.That and so so much more. ASN Magazine Awards: Purchase Show Tickets and Hotel TicketsI want to hear from you too! If you have a secret story or experience you've been dying to share, now's your chance. You can write to me directly at Nikky@dearnikky.com or submit your confession anonymously at DearNikky.com/confessions.Perhaps you have an erotic fantasy that's been burning inside you, or maybe you just want to say hello - whatever it is, I want to hear from you!By submitting a confession and/or question you certify the following stipulations to be true:You are the sole creator of the submission;You are 18 years of age or older and legally able to write, submit erotic or pornographic materialStories including Bestiality, Incest and Incest Fantasies, Underage Role-Play, Rape Sex, Rape Fantasies or other non-consensual content or Racial slurs will not be aired.We reserve the right to change names or other identifiable information.You are releasing all rights to this creationIf you've enjoyed tuning in to my show each week (and getting an inside look at some very private lives), please take a moment leave review wherever listen: whether that Apple Podcasts Spotify Google other platform helps new listeners discover helps spread word keeps conversation going Thank loving support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dear Nikky: Sex Confessions From People Just Like You⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is out now!You can email me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nikky@dearnikky.com. You can find me also a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-nikky-hidden-desires--6316414/support.

This week, we're talking to Ryu Yokoi, chief media and marketing capabilities officer for North America at Unilever, about Dove's “Hot Seats” campaign — a bold, culture-hacking activation that shows up where the sweat is real and the stakes are surprisingly high.  Episode TranscriptPlease note, this transcript  may contain minor inconsistencies compared to the episode audio.Damian Fowler (00:00):I'm Damian Fowler, and welcome to this edition of The Big Impression. Today we are talking about how Unilever is breaking taboos, opening up new kinds of conversations and connecting with consumers in some unexpected places. Our guest is Ryu Yokoi Chief Media and Marketing Capabilities Officer for North America at Unilever. We're going to dive into DO'S Hot Seats campaign. It's a bold effort to normalize conversations around full body freshness and engage people across both digital and real world spaces. We'll be talking about how this campaign's activating across concerts, social, retail, and digital platforms. So let's get into it.Ryu Yokoi (00:46):It always starts with understanding our audience and also try to make our products really relevant and desirable in that context. And so the hot seats are originated from social listening within the community. And in particular, one of our, actually her name's Dana Pucci, who leads our PR and influencer work on Dove for North America is a big Charlie XCX fan. And she noted that the Incredible Sweat tour, which was driving and kind of owning the culture last summer in the brat summer, that was(01:21):Unfortunately the Sweat tour smelled not great. And it turned out that Charlie and Troy Sivan were going to be performing in Los Angeles the week before the launch of our new whole body deodorant. We kind did a takeover putting our product in the bathrooms. We sent in creators to sort of experience what a show is like when you can make sweats smell great. And the results were kind of magic because we got just unbelievable. The UVC on this and the Delight with folks attending a concert that actually smelled great was really fascinating, just fantastic response. And that week we had a really great launch of the product, first hitting the digital shells on Amazon and doing great.Damian Fowler (02:02):That sounded like a very fast activation for a campaign.Ryu Yokoi (02:06):It happened literally within 10 days.Damian Fowler (02:08):What was the war room like for that 10 days? How did you strategize to get that done?Ryu Yokoi (02:14):We always emphasize we want to build worlds instead of chasing moments. So when you have an idea of what you're trying to build with the brand, how you show up, then it becomes a lot easier.Damian Fowler (02:25):And tell me a little bit about the tone. I mean, one of you mentioned the humor element of it. Why is that real talk, that humor so key to Dove campaigns?Ryu Yokoi (02:34):Well, I think there's a real authenticity that the brand has earned. We say, oh, it's an authentic, it's only authentic if people believe it. The brand is really comfortable in its own skin. We have a sharp understanding. I think that goes beyond a positioning statement to really understanding what this brand stands for, how it shows up in real life, what it would be like if you were to meet it and still be consistent in our building of that brand means to people.Damian Fowler (03:00):Yeah, I mean, I've got to say I live in New York and I've noticed the campaign on the New York, out of digital, out of home subway screens and it just totally cuts through and I noticed it. And of course you're standing on a New York City platform in terrible heat, humidity, and everyone's sweating. It's like a perfect placement.Ryu Yokoi (03:19):Well, I would say the subway work you've seen is really telegraphing that benefit, right? If you're blessed to be next to somebody who's wearing dove on the subway, then wow, this is a good ride. We've sponsored Charlie's spring tour and we're also showing up at other festivals like Lollapalooza, which have just provide another canvas for us to tell the story.Damian Fowler (03:38):Is it a case that once the campaign's out there in the wild, it builds its own momentum? Or are you actively trying to find new events, new points of pop culture? Kind of.Ryu Yokoi (03:47):That's exactly what we're trying to find, right, is we understand that if we're able to actually become part of the discourse, we're not just broadcasting ourselves in, but actively playing a role and helping people. And we had a similar case where the first weekend of Coachella people were again, lamenting unfortunately didn't smell great, and in this case somebody not us posted saying, well, I wish Dov would come and help here. We really had a lot of fun with it. We flew a plane over Coachella the second week saying, the cavalry's coming help is on the way we hear you need.Damian Fowler (04:24):That's good.Ryu Yokoi (04:25):Some help. And we're going to be there. We lined up folks around the entrances so that folks could kind of get freshen up on the way into the show or get freshened up, and more than a thousand people took advantage of that.Damian Fowler (04:35):Now, I wanted to ask you about some of the key signals or early reads on the campaign. I'm sure you're paying close attention as you evaluate the impact. What do you look for on your dashboard, as it were?Ryu Yokoi (04:47):Right. So I think first and foremost, you're right. Measurement is the most importantDamian Fowler (04:54):Thing.Ryu Yokoi (04:54):But first and foremost, we did this the week before we were launching the product. So the first signal was did we turn well? And weDamian Fowler (05:02):Did.Ryu Yokoi (05:02):And the ramp on the product was really terrific. But I think to your point, it's really important no matter what the channel that you're playing in, what are the leading indicators that we can correlate with performance? In this case, it was one where things happened so quickly and we knew there was literally nothing else happening when we did this, and so we were able to isolate that way.Damian Fowler (05:23):Are there other channels that you are kind of thinking about or could be targeted for the campaign?Ryu Yokoi (05:31):In principle, I want to be able to capture signal everywhere. For me it's just around understanding where are people discussing whatever it is that we're trying to get into the discussion on and being authentic there. So for us, Reddit is a channel we haven't used as much in the past. Certainly now I find it increasingly of relevance for us. So we're trying to build up a skillset there,Damian Fowler (05:55):EspeciallyRyu Yokoi (05:55):Given how important it is with ais. Right.Damian Fowler (05:58):What about audio? Is thatRyu Yokoi (06:00):Podcast? Absolutely podcast. So(06:03):I would say, again, this was highly before it became something that we were rolling out in real life. Oh my goodness, the word is spectator events. Before it became something we were doing in real life as spectator events, it was a highly music driven campaign because we had decided to reboot this classic hip hop song from a few decades ago. And so it was already sort of music oriented and had played that way. But yeah, so for us it's exactly to your point. If we're talking about something that we're doing that's focusing on music or spectators, obviously audio is going to have relevance. Where are Charlie's fans actually discussing this? It turned out it was happening on Reddit. We go there, where are they discussing their experience at the concerts? We were seeing a lot of chatter on TikTok around that. And so we moved there. So we try to be nimble and agile and really be where the discourse is happening.Damian Fowler (07:07):So we're going to zoom out a little bit and just look at the big picture of the landscape beyond the campaign. But as you think about where culture is heading, whether it's wellness, inclusivity, or body confidence, what does the campaign kind of tell us about where Unilever wants to go with its brands or its kind of messaging wants to put out into the marketplace?Ryu Yokoi (07:27):We're all about building desire for our brands at scale. So we want to engage with communities wherever they are. It's about having a deep understanding of who our shopper is, what is driving desire for them, who influences them, and how we can really engage with them and create a discourse where we can try to move towards many to many communication.Damian Fowler (07:49):One of the big challenges for Marcus is balancing the long-term brand building with the short-term sales results. And do you think that there's a tension there right now in a marketplace that's very much dialed into performance?Ryu Yokoi (08:01):Listen, I think that it's really important that you have the right measurement in place and that you can understand both the short-term and long-term effects of the investments that you're making. That's something we really pride ourselves on. We want to be the most outcome oriented advertiser in the marketplace. But the other thing I would say is that more and more data signals and shopability are making it so the funnel is collapsing and we're nearing places when it comes to QR or having true shopability in stream where even executions that in the past would've been considered the most upper funnel can actually drive a transaction in that moment. And I think a future of that's really exciting.Damian Fowler (08:40):So finally, we're going to get into some of these hot seat rapid fire questions here.Ryu Yokoi (08:44):Okay,Damian Fowler (08:44):So you ready?Ryu Yokoi (08:45):Yes, let's go.Damian Fowler (08:46):Alright. What's one thing you're obsessed with figuring out right now?Ryu Yokoi (08:50):We've been talking about how much we've built out resources in this area and all of the interconnections that the data allows us to make. That implies campaigns that become more and more complex and much more complicated to just flight even. And so one of the things that I'm obsessed with is how we simplify that. There's so much change happening to accommodate all of this stuff. So really my big focus right now is on how we make working in this digital landscape easier for everybody involved in it because the amount of choices that we have and the richest is never ending. And so just making that more sustainable.Damian Fowler (09:32):I love that. That's a great answer. What's missing from the media and marketing marketplace that you'd like to see?Ryu Yokoi (09:39):From a Unilever standpoint, we have a few direct to consumer brands that are able to sort of track the media journey all the way through to conversion, but in the bulk of what we sell in traditional, fast moving goods are moving through retail. So what's missing is some way to penetrate that clean from a data standpoint so that those of us brands that aren't doing DTC can have that all the way through. We manage that well today with leading indicators and fast signals, but there's I think even more richness out there for us if we're able to correct that.Damian Fowler (10:15):To bring this kind of full circle outside of CPG, is there a brand that you think is doing a great job connecting with culture right now?Ryu Yokoi (10:22):Yeah, so I would name two. One that we really admire is Lego. I just see the way that they have both made their products, both a vehicle for other brands to build their worlds while also building incredible worlds for themselves. So they've become kind of this almost currency within the way that so many other brands are trying to build their IP in the world. So whether it's like a Formula One drop a Star Wars drop a Harry Potter drop, these things each have so much hype around them and they've learned while doing that so that they're able to propel their own ip, which is really impressive to me. So the other, I would say we had a fantastic opportunity to work with this year as crumble cookie. They were dove soaps, deodorant, lotions that were fragranced inspired by crumble flavors. And so in partnering then we were able to build off of that and make our soaps, our body washes, our deodorants, one of the drops of the winter. We struggled to keep it on shelf. So I'm a big admirer of the work that they've done too.Damian Fowler (11:27):That sounds cool. And then final, final question here. So in Unilever kind of portfolio of brands Dove Ben and, and the goal has always been to spark conversations, that's how we started this conversation. I guess I'm wondering if you could share a moment that reminded you of the importance of that brand led cultural impact that you can have.Ryu Yokoi (11:51):Oh wow. There's so many, but I'll give Dove so that we can show the other side of the coin because we've been talking about a campaign as I was saying, that shows a more playful side, the humorous side of the brand, but one of the areas the brand has focused over the past few years, and we just celebrated 20 years of the Dove Self-Esteem program, and Dove is one of the leading providers of self-esteem education in the world. I think actually we give the most annually self-esteem workshops. And one of the areas we focused recently is body confidence in sport. And so we partnered with Nike a few years ago to do research on the topic of young women in sport. And what we discovered along with them was that young women as they reach their teen years, are dropping out of sports at an alarming rate relative to guys.(12:41):And the chief reason is body confidence is feeling comfortable in your own skin wearing the kinds of outfits that you're wearing when you're playing sports. And so we set out to, together with Nike, actually develop a curriculum for coaches, which is the Body Confidence Sport curriculum that literally teaches coaches how to talk to young women about their bodies in ways that are positive and not discouraging. And so we've now been leveraging almost Trojan Horse, our participation across the big game. Our role as a sponsor of March Madness, we activated it last year with em, Navarro at the US Open really across major sports temples. We've just signed our first kit sponsorship of Gotham FC in the New York, New Jersey area of the Women's Professional Soccer League. And we're partnering with them also where they have a program called Keep Her in the Game. That's all around keeping young women in the New York, New Jersey area, staying, playing soccer. And so all of this focused again on trying to create a platform where we can talk about this and encourage people to go and learn about this curriculum. And the most encouraging thing. A really long-winded answer to your question,Damian Fowler (13:58):That's great.Ryu Yokoi (13:58):What struck me was we were looking back at the research and our spots in the big game have generated really good discourse the past couple of years. Really positive response from folks who've been inspired, not just by the ads themselves, but also I think this year we were one of maybe only a handful of brands that delivered a purpose message in the game. The really encouraging is the group with whom it resonated the most was Girl Dads, right?Damian Fowler (14:26):Yeah.Ryu Yokoi (14:26):The very guys who are probably coaching on the weekend who probably need to know more about how to speak to these young women and keep them comfortable and inspired playing. So it's stuff like that that makes me see all the time. As I was saying earlier, for us it's around how can we show up, how can we add value? How can we actually help the community? And when we do that, then we build trust and then we can have different kinds of dialogues with people and they really know who we are.Damian Fowler (14:54):And that's it for this edition of The Big Impression. This show is produced by Molten Heart. Our theme is by Loving Caliber, and our associate producer is Sydney Cairns. And remember,Ryu Yokoi (15:03):I think there's a real authenticity that the brand has earned. We say, oh, it's an authentic, it's only authentic if people believe it.Damian Fowler (15:12):I'm Damian, and we'll see you next time. 

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Tennessee Williams's legacy continues to flourish in St. Louis, thanks to the vibrant Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis, now celebrating its 10th anniversary. In this episode, we have a delightful chat with Carrie Houk, the mastermind behind the festival. She opens up about her journey from a small festival idea to creating one of the most prominent Tennessee Williams festivals in the United States. From panel discussions to performances, the festival offers a multifaceted approach to celebrating Williams's work, all while engaging the community in a fun and interactive way. Carrie gives us a sneak peek into this year's exciting lineup, including a collaboration with the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, which will be staging a unique version of A Streetcar Named Desire in 2026. This partnership not only enhances the festival's offerings but also highlights the importance of collaboration in the arts. We also reveal one of the quirky events planned for the festival, like the Stella Shouting Contest, where participants can showcase their vocal prowess while paying homage to one of Williams's most famous characters. Carrie's journey is a reminder of the power of creativity and collaboration in the arts, and how festivals like this can breathe life into cultural legacies. So, whether you're a die-hard Williams fan or just love a good story, tune in for an engaging conversation that celebrates the magic of theater and the joy of community![00:00] Introduction to Tennessee Williams St. Louis Festival[00:55] Welcome and Show Introduction[01:36] Interview with Carrie Houk Begins[02:40] Highlights of the Festival Events[03:04] Streetcar Named Desire and Collaborations[06:03] Unique Festival Activities[07:59] Central West End Walking Tour[11:04] Scholars Panel and Tribute Performance[13:05] Carrie Houk's Reflections and Future Plans[16:13] Remarks and Acknowledgements about the Festival[21:23] Sponsor Message and Dred Scott Heritage Foundation[23:24] Tennessee Williams' Legacy in St. Louis[24:34] Introduction to Camino Real[25:02] Themes and Setting of the Play[25:53] Discussion on Tennessee Williams' Perspective[26:35] Calvary Cemetery and Historical Figures[27:50] Thought to Ponder: Muhammad Ali's Wisdom[30:24] Mental Floss: Literal Translations[34:10] Days of the Day and National Celebrations[35:37] Old Jokes and Final Thoughts[39:09] Conclusion and FarewellTakeaways: Tennessee Williams has a deep connection to St. Louis, which is celebrated at the annual Tennessee Williams Festival. The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis is celebrating its 10th anniversary with exciting events and productions this year. This year's festival includes a unique production of 'A Streetcar Named Desire' with a fresh perspective and new cast members. Attendees can look forward to fun activities like the Stella shouting contest to kick off the festival weekend. Festival founder Carrie Houk reflects on how the festival has grown and gained acclaim over the years, becoming a premier event in the U.S. The collaborative events with the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis add a rich layer to the festival, highlighting Williams' influence on the arts. CalendarMissouri History Museum Thursday Night Event: Thursday, July 31st from 6:30pm to 8:00pm (Happy Hour prior 5:30-6:30) Presented in collaboration with the Missouri History Museum and Opera Theatre Saint Louis.Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams: August 7-17th, 2025 (Thursday to Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 3pm) The Grandel TheaterStella Shouting Contest: Friday, August 8th at 5:30pm, Courtyard at The GrandelScholars...

The Safety Trap | 3 Traps That Keep You Playing Small | Ep 364When making peace with a lie feels easier than living the truth

Reena Calm! Comedian! Friend! Delight! More! Reena is a wonderful comedian and human. Social media-wise, you can follow her @ReenaCalm on everything, including whatever app is coming next.  You can find out all you want to know about her here! That includes her #1 Album "CALMEDY" and her book of puns, "Once A Pun A Time"!  We have a great chat. You have a great listen! And this is only the first HALF of our chat. For the second half, subscribe via Apple Podcasts and/or just click on over here to Patreon!  

Sadly there are many with no delight in God—no joy, no pleasure. How could this be and especially when it was those who once had such delight? A study from Jeremiah so needed today.

Delight: Rediscovering Sabbath What does it mean to truly delight in the Sabbath? In this third message of our Sabbath series, we explore not only stopping and resting, but the invitation to delight, in God, in His creation, and in our identity as His people. Bro. Andrew Dymski unpacks Isaiah 58 and other Scriptures to expose the counterfeit delights that often distract us, and points us to the deeper joy and freedom found in weekly Sabbath rhythms. With practical encouragement and honest reflection, this sermon challenges us to step away from our screens, reorient our desires, and intentionally cultivate a Sabbath that restores. Key Topics: – Sabbath as a gift, not a guilt trip – Deceiving delights and digital distractions – Isaiah 58: the call to delight in the Lord – Cultivating weekly rhythms of worship, rest, and joy – A challenge especially for men to lead in this practice

Psalm 1:1–2 ESVBlessed is the manwho walks not in the counsel of the wicked,nor stands in the way of sinners,nor sits in the seat of scoffers;but his delight is in the law of the LORD,and on his law he meditates day and night.Recently, my friend Jordan sent me a text with those verses and a prayer:“Praying for a newfound delight in His Word. Jesus, captivate us afresh and anew. May we find ourselves delighting in You and Your Word above all else. Thank You that Your Spirit is at work within us to make that possible.”That word "delight" caught my attention. As I mentioned in last week's episode, sometimes just knowing what to ask for is a gift in itself.So before breakfast, I asked for a newfound delight in His Word. I will give examples of what comes to mind when I think of the word delight. One of them was at church recently. I hugged a friend, and in that moment, I felt her three-year-old daughter wrap her little arm around my back. A surprise hug. There's nothing quite like mutual delight—between friends, between family, between us and God.And that's what this episode is really about. Not just delighting in His Word, but delighting in Him. And realizing, He delights in us, too.I'll end with the song “Psalm One” from Scripture Songs, Volume One.If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time donation, thank you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sherriyoungward.com/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To find out about upcoming gatherings and new projects, please join my email list at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.sherriyoungward.com

Psalm 16 - Speaker: Isaac Gagarinas - Many of the Psalms we've studied this summer were written in a season of deep trials. Psalm 16, however, is not one of these. Psalm 16 asks the question, “What does it look like to trust God not just in trials, but also in normal seasons of life?” Even in normalcy, David pushes his readers to consider where they find security and where they find true joy. Today, not tomorrow, is the day for Christ followers to identify their truest refuge and find their greatest delight. Prepare to both trust and delight in God as we go to Psalm 16 together.

What do you delight in? Why is God frustrated by David's census? Are we sinners or saints? In today's episode, Jeff shares how 2 Samuel 24:1-17 encourages us to reorient our delight in the direction of God's heart. If you're listening on Spotify, tell us about yourself and where you're listening from! Read the Bible with us in 2025! This year, we're exploring the Historical Books—Joshua, Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel, and 1 & 2 Kings. Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passages: 2 Samuel 24:1-17

You've heard it before: You can do anything! But what if trying to do everything is exactly what's draining your time, emotions, and tangiable resources -- stalling your momentum?In this episode of Take Care & Live!, Dr. Stephen tackles Momentum Thief #5—the myth of limitless potential and reveals to often ignored power of putting boundaries around your potential so you can experience focused momentum.  This episode is a wake-up call for high-capacity people who need to narrow their focus to increase their momentum.You'll learn:Why multitasking isn't a flex—it's a momentum killerHow to spot the difference between gifts, talents, skills, and abilitiesWhat it means to build barriers for your potential, not against itNew Book Available, wherever books are sold!The Momentum List:  Rediscover Your Ability to Delight in Time, Rather than Be Mastered by It -  - --Amazon - https://a.co/d/ch0ImnaBarnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-momentum-list-stephen-peters/1146966970?ean=9798991919517 Available whenever books are sold! Visit takecareandlive.com, and subscribe to unlock more game-changing insight for delighting in your time and growing your impact.Connect with Dr. Stephen V. PetersLinkedIn: Stephen V. Peters, Ed.D. –https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenvpetersInstagram: dr.stephenvpetersThreads: dr.stephenvpeters

Send us a textIn this episode of Broken Bitches Guide, Mandy Brooke sits down with career transformation powerhouse Anna Lakomy to discuss what it really means to audaciously choose yourself. From burning out in hustle culture to reclaiming rest, we explore how to step into our feminine energy and magnetism to create success on our terms. Anna (AKA: the Career Guardian Angel) shares her no-BS wisdom on confidence, career alignment, and attracting opportunities through intuition and intention. If you're ready to stop forcing and start flowing, this episode is your permission slip.Everything Anna: Official WebsiteInstagramYouTubeGoddess CodesMORE BBG: * Free Ebook - Broken Bitches Guide to a HIGHER VIBE! * BBG Merch - "I'm a F*cking Delight" Coffee Mug * Follow - @BrokenBitchesGuide on Instagram! Submit a question, or story to: BrokenBitchesGuide@MandyBrooke.comFOLLOW ME! @MandyBrookeOfficialInstagram TikTok YouTube Facebook Spotify My Amazon Store Affiliates: HelloShade Stylish UV Protection: MANDY10 for 10% off Theme music mixed & produced by Lynz Munich

Send the show a text message!Renae celebrates closing out Season 7 with one of her favorite recordings from the early days of this podcast. Going back all the way to Season 1, laugh with us as we welcome in Season 8 next week!Celebrate We Will!Peace, Love and DMB,Renae  Support the show

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Andy Woodhull! Comedian! Friend! Delight! More! Andy has a new special out now called "Beach Brain"! We have a great chat and you can have a great listen! ABOUT BEACH BRAIN: Two decades into his comedy career, Andy still has as much fun on stage as he did at his first open mic in 2003. All seven of his albums are time capsules of where Andy was in his life when they were written. His jokes have played over 50 million times on Pandora and are on rotation on Sirius Radio. His DryBar comedy special on YouTube has over 12 million views. The name Beach Brain was inspired by fellow comedian Dave Waite who joked that Andy (originally from Elkhart, Indiana) developed a perpetually positive attitude after moving by the beach.  This hour of comedy was crafted during one of the happiest periods of Andy's life, and features his signature style of clean humor with a sharp edge, while adding a Beach Brained optimistic spin. Calling it his silliest album yet, Andy says “My hope is it will appeal to like-minded Beach Brains, and give non Beach Brains a little taste of life by the water.” On the album, Andy explores the humor in second marriages, gaslighting, and buying toilet paper in bulk. . ABOUT ANDY: Los Angeles-based stand-up comedian, writer, and television host Andy Woodhull was the first comedian to make his network television debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. He has also appeared on The Late Late Show with James Corden, Conan, Live at Gotham, and Comedy Central. He has written for SYFY's The Movie Show, was featured in two episodes, and currently hosts Totally Funny Animals on the CW Network. And this is only the FIRST half of our chat. For the second half, subscribe via Apple Podcasts or just click on over here to Patreon! Enjoy!

#2 “Sabbath – Stop, Rest, Delight, Worship” Mark 2:27 Jason Meyer  

Welcome back to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I'm rolling up my sleeves and getting honest about the most controversial topics in personal finance. You know the ones—those “hot takes” that get tossed around at barbecues, family gatherings, and across social media feeds, usually prefaced with something like, “Well, my buddy said...”—and before you know it, that spicy advice is burning a hole in your financial future.In this episode, I'm debunking some of the biggest myths in personal finance, from the renting vs. owning debate to whether all debt is evil, leasing vs. buying cars, if you really need a financial advisor, the realities of the FIRE movement, and the age-old battle between real estate and stock investing.IN TODAY'S EPISODE, I DISCUSS:Renting vs. Owning a HomeDebt & Credit Cards—Doom or Delight?Lease vs. Buy: Car Conundrum:Do You Really Need a Financial Advisor?The FIRE Movement—Does It Work for Everyone?Real Estate vs. Stocks—Which Builds More Wealth?Plus—hear about the FREE Home Buy vs Rent Tool to get to the real numbers, not just guesswork. (Get it at melabraham.com/homebuy.)This episode is packed with actionable advice, myth-busting, and a reminder that personal finance is just that: personal. But good decisions are universal, and you never have to go it alone.RECOMMENDED EPISODES FOR YOUIf you liked this episode, click here to enjoy these and more:https://melabraham.com/show/8 Signs You're Doing Well Financially (Even If It Doesn't Feel Like It)Accountant Explains: The 4 Financial Freedom Zones - How close are you?Master Financial Literacy in 32 mins: Everything They Didn't Teach You in SchoolThe One Choice That Will Determine Your Financial FutureIf You Knew This About Banks, You Would Think Twice Before Giving Them Your MoneyRECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU If you liked this video, you'll love these ones:8 Signs You're Doing Well Financially (Even If It Doesn't Feel Like It): https://youtu.be/KKhrKQb-v40Accountant Explains: The 4 Financial Freedom Zones - How close are you?: https://youtu.be/Md3mF7zg8fkMaster Financial Literacy in 32 mins: Everything They Didn't Teach You in School: https://youtu.be/RquD90vfEvsThe One Choice That Will Determine Your Financial Future: https://youtu.be/RquD90vfEvsORDER MY NEW USA TODAY BESTSELLING BOOK:Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!The key to building the life you desire and deserve is to build your Money Machine—a powerful system designed to generate income that's no longer tied to your work or efforts. This step-by-step guide goes beyond the general idea of personal finance and wealth creation and reveals the holistic approach to transforming your relationship with money to allow you to enjoy financial freedom and peace of mind.Part money philosophy, part money mindset, part strategy, and part tactical action, these powerful frameworks will show you how to build your money machine.When you do you'll also get over $1100 in wealth resources & bonuses for FREE! TAKE THE FINANCIAL FREEDOM QUIZ:Take this free quiz to see where you are on the path to financial freedom and what your next steps are to move you to a new financial destiny at http://www.YourFinancialFreedomQuiz.com

SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Dr. Junius Johnson discusses the significance of fairy stories in cultivating wonder and imagination within classical education. He emphasizes the transformative power of fantastical narratives, drawing parallels with C.S. Lewis's Narnia and the importance of teachers as guides in exploring these realms. The dialogue explores how fairy stories can enrich the curriculum, broaden literary canons, and foster a love for learning through delight and engagement. We also discuss how to choose books for your curriculum, and what question you must ask of every text before it goes on your syllabus.Topics CoveredThe role of fairy stories in a classical curriculumFairy stories and the art of seeingBuilding a culture of wonder and exploration in the classroomThe teacher as tour guide through worlds of wonder Curriculum design and choosing a book listToday's GuestDr. Junius Johnson is a writer, teacher, speaker, independent scholar, and musician. He is currently the executive director of Junius Johnson Academics, through which he offers innovative classes for both children and adults based in cutting edge scholarship that aim to ignite student hearts with wonder and intellectual rigor. Junius has scholarly expertise in philosophical and historical theology, especially the Medieval period, and in Classical and Medieval literature. His constructive work focuses on beauty, imagination, and wonder, and how these are at play in the Christian and Classical intellectual traditions. He holds a BA from Oral Roberts University, a Master of Arts in Religion from Yale Divinity School, and an MA, two MPhils, and a PhD from Yale University. He is the author of 5books, including On Teaching Fairy Stories: A Guide to Cultivating Wonder in Students. He is also a professional french horn player and founder and horn emeritus for the quintet Brass.Chapters00:00 Introduction02:56 Defining Fairy Stories vs. Fairy Tales04:48 Engaging Students Through Creative Expression28:58 Building a Supportive Classroom Culture30:45 The Power of Fantastical Literature37:08 Evaluating Fairy Tales in Education41:59 Connecting Classical Literature with Fantasy46:12 The Role of Delight in Learning47:30 Teachers as Guides in the Learning Adventure50:52 ConclusionResources & LinksRead On Teaching Fairy Stories: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1600514928/Find out more about Junius Johnson here: https://www.juniusjohnson.com/Hear more from Junius here: The Classical Mind podcast and the All Things Wild and Wonderful podcastTake courses with Junius here: Junius Johnson AcademicsMore from the University of Dallas:Classical Education Master's Program at the University of Dallas: udallas.edu/classical-edSt. Ambrose Center Professional Development for Teachers and Administrators: https://k12classical.udallas.edu/Support the showIf you enjoyed the show, please leave a rating and review — it helps others find us!

Unless Your law had been my delight, I would then have perished in my affliction. [NKJV]

Psalm 16 gives us six practical keys to a truly satisfying life. One that isn't shaken by circumstances. David shows us that lasting joy doesn't come from avoiding pain or chasing pleasure, but from staying close to the Lord. When trouble comes, we remember God. When we feel isolated, we choose to delight in His people. When idols pull at our hearts, we surrender again. We cultivate gratitude, we rest in Jesus' death and resurrection, and we walk closely in God's presence. The satisfaction we're after isn't hidden—it's found in Him.Key Texts:· Psalm 16· Acts 2:29–32, 36· 1 Peter 1:3–7· Isaiah 44Key Themes:· Satisfaction is found in God's presence, not circumstances· Delight in God's people as He does· Idols can't deliver—only God can· Gratitude anchors us in God's counsel· Resurrection hope secures our future· The path of life is found in worshiping ChristSupport our mission:Your generosity helps us proclaim Christ as King and equip disciples to make disciples.alloflife.churchcenter.com/givingVisit our website:www.alloflife.church

Tamara White always has one eye on the skies. Whether she's getting her sheep ready for shearing, welcoming visitors to classes and events on the farm, or watching over the yarn in kettles of natural dye, there isn't a moment when the weather isn't on her mind. Although rain and heat make hard work of tending a flock of 100+ sheep plus calves, chickens, and other livestock, Tammy sees her work as a collaboration with Mother Nature. Most yarn production farms consist of hundreds of animals of a single breed, enough to produce consistent batches of single-breed yarn. Tammy's way is more difficult, but more fun. In addition to her original small group of Shetlands, she has an evolving mix of breeds: sometimes Clun Forest, sometimes Teeswater, and most recently Valais Blacknose, a recent Swiss import dubbed the “world's cutest sheep.” Wing & A Prayer Farm's yarn line includes a number of fiber blends, not only to incorporate the farm's different wools but also to bring the best traits of various breeds together. Creating yarns this way also invites collaboration with other shepherds and a number of small mills to whom she trusts her batch of wool. The collaboration with nature continues in dyeing the yarn. A self-taught dyer, Tammy creates as many colors as she can with plants that she can grow in her garden or forage on her property. To support her farm and community, Tammy takes on a wide range of other projects: making soap and pies, selling eggs, hosting classes, and selling breeding stock to other shepherds. It's an enormous amount of work, but Tammy talks about her farm with such joy that it hardly sounds like a chore. Links Wing & A Prayer Farm website (https://www.wingandaprayerfarm.com/), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/wingandaprayerfarm/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/wingandaprayerfarm/), YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8L5mosgHz3kg3IprzfDJ8Q), and Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/join/wingandaprayerfarm) Natural dyeing, felting, soapmaking, and other scheduled workshops (https://www.wingandaprayerfarm.com/events) Find a schedule for the farm shop (https://www.wingandaprayerfarm.com/farm-visits) or make an appointment to visit the yarn shop and apothecary The story of Valais Blacknose sheep (https://www.wingandaprayerfarm.com/valais-blacknose-sheep) at the farm New England Farm & Fiber Festival (https://www.newenglandfarmandfiber.com/) Find yarn, fiber, soap, and merch in the farm's online store (https://www.wingandaprayerfarm.com/farm-visits) This episode is brought to you by: Treenway Silks is where weavers, spinners, knitters and stitchers find the silk they love. Select from the largest variety of silk spinning fibers, silk yarn, and silk threads & ribbons at TreenwaySilks.com (https://www.treenwaysilks.com/). You'll discover a rainbow of colors, thoughtfully hand-dyed in Colorado. Love natural? Treenway's array of wild silks provide choices beyond white. If you love silk, you'll love Treenway Silks, where superior quality and customer service are guaranteed. Brown Sheep Company is a four-generation family business bringing you high quality wool and natural fiber yarns. We spin and dye U.S.-grown wool into hundreds of vibrant colors at our mill in western Nebraska. Our mill has something to offer for every craft, from our well-known knitting and crochet yarns to wool roving for spinning and felting. We offer U.S-made needlepoint yarn as well as yarn on cones for weaving. Learn more about our company and products at BrownSheep.com (https://brownsheep.com/). The Michigan Fiber Festival—Michigan's largest sheep and wool festival—is a vibrant world of fiber arts. Discover five days of classes with nationally recognized teachers in spinning, weaving, lacemaking, dyeing, felting, and rug hooking. Enjoy three days of shopping. Delight in shearing and fiber arts demonstrations. Enjoy a truly immersive experience. Join us in August at the picturesque Allegan County Fairgrounds (you can even camp on site!) Find more details at michiganfiberfestival.info. (michiganfiberfestival.info.)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Psalm 37:4, David Platt asks God to transform our hearts so our desires would align with His sovereign will.Explore more content from Radical.

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