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I remember being a young kid and singing these words in church: "Are you weak and heavy-laden? Burdened with a load of care?" As parents, there have been times when all of us have had to honestly answer "Yes". At other times, the "Yes" comes from dear friends who are locked into periods of unimaginable burden-bearing. Difficulty is to be expected as we are all sinners living in a broken world. If you take the time to read Hebrews 12 you will find words on sonship and the Lord's discipline. God disciplines those He loves. We are reminded that while we may be feeling crushed by the weight of our present burdens, God is present and at work. Remember the words of Hebrews 12:11 - "For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant, but later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it." Parents, remember that while you are parenting your children, God is parenting and forming you, especially during the hard times.

Hello to you listening in Thornton, Colorado!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate  Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Recently I had the privilege to share the mic with my friend and colleague Lori Murphy, the host of SHEThrives: Influential Women podcast. If you are ready for some good positive influence, supporting each other, and lifting each other up so that together we can celebrate the wins and conquer the difficulties, this episode is for you!Highlights:• How a life unfolds unexpectedly over time  • Origin Story: how you got from there to here in your life• Importance of military service as a US Navy nurse• Role of a heartfelt story achieving justice for the injured• Fall Down 7 - Get up 8 - Taking Risks & Using Your VoiceEPISODE NOTESClick HERE to access our conversation & transcript on YouTubeAdd a 5-star rating and great review on Apple; it helps us all! And be sure to subscribe to Lori's podcast to keep up with her episodes, guests and help grow another deserving woman-hosted podcastContact Lori MurphyEmail: lmcempowerment @gmail.com  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/lori.a.dowli...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lori_murphy...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loria.murphy?...Website: https://www.lorimurphycoaching.comYou're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together. Be sure to stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website, check out the Services, arrange a Discovery Call, and Opt In to stay current with me as "Wyzga on Words" on Substack.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.

Web Description: At the Passover God delivered the children of Israel out of Egypt to bring them into the land He had promised their fathers. But their focus was on the difficulties that this deliverance meant to the life they had adapted to. Moving from our present age into God's Kingdom can also feel like a disruption to the life we are comfortable with in this world. Our focus must be on His Kingdom and not on the difficulties of deliverance.   Show Notes: Passover celebrates the deliverance of Israel from their slavery in Egypt. When they first heard that the Lord had come down to deliver them, the children of Israel rejoiced and worshipped God. They were so thankful that He had heard their cries and was going to do something for them. Then Pharaoh made their bondage more severe. Suddenly, the process of deliverance was not as wonderful as they thought it would be.   The Israelites had a difficult life in Egypt, but they were conditioned to being slaves. As difficult as their situation was, it had been their lifestyle for around four hundred years. When God began to deliver them, they faced major disruptions to what had become their comfort zone. As Christians today we too have adapted to a world that has grown increasingly wicked and oppressive. We want deliverance from the bondage of this age. But when God begins to move, that will inevitably mean disrupting our comfort zones.   People tend to be fearful of the end-times. But the end-times are when God delivers us from the bondages we have to this age as He brings the age of His Kingdom. During these days we might go through many difficult things. And our deliverance at times might disrupt us and confuse us because we have adapted to life under this bondage. Let us therefore keep our focus on the Lord and what He has promised in His Word, not murmuring and complaining about our circumstances but rejoicing in His Kingdom.   Key Verses:   •       Exodus 3:7–8. “I have … given heed to their cry. … So I have come down to deliver them.” •       Exodus 4:29–31. “They heard that the LORD was concerned about the sons of Israel.” •       Exodus 5:1–2. “I do not know the LORD, and besides, I will not let Israel go.” •       Exodus 5:10–19. “Complete your work quota, your daily amount, just as when you had straw.” •       John 12:31. “The ruler of this world will be cast out.” •       Exodus 5:20–23. “You have made us odious in Pharaoh's sight.” •       Exodus 14:11–12. “It would have been better for us to serve the Egyptians than to die in the wilderness.” •       Psalms 106:6–12. “Our fathers in Egypt did not understand Your wonders.” •       Deuteronomy 6:20–23. “He brought us out from there in order to bring us in.”   Quotes:   •       “For the last seventy or more years, we have seen things moving in a negative direction as far as things about society and morality, about Judeo-Christian values no longer being a focal point. There's a lot that's gone on, and yet it's happened over a slow period of time. And as it has happened, we have gotten more and more used to it.” •       “God is delivering us and yet at the same time there are a few difficulties with deliverance. And those difficulties really are found within our own hearts and what has happened to us by the influence of what we've lived under for our lifetime.” •       “They couldn't remember the wonders of what God had done in delivering them from Egypt. And this is the attitude that we find sometimes ourselves fighting. It can be very uncomfortable to really face what's necessary in being delivered by God.”   Takeaways:   1.    God is bringing the end of this age to bring us into the age of His Kingdom where Messiah reigns as King. We may not find this process or even His Kingdom in alignment with our comfort zone. 2.    It might be a difficult transition. But God in His love, grace, and kindness is bringing us out of all our conditionings to a dying age. And He is reconditioning us to be able to live in the days of His Kingdom. We open our hearts to this experience of Passover. 3.    When God brings deliverance, we cannot be so focused on our temporary circumstances that we murmur and complain against God. Let us stay focused on the promises of His Kingdom.  

Dr. Ivy Fua is a pediatric dentist in Burbank, California. Right before COVID she purchased and renovated an established pediatric office to create "Grin Garden Kids Dental and Orthodontics." We talked about how she used a marketing and branding firm to help create her new office, along with the challenges of surviving the transition during COVID. We also discuss:- Outsourcing your insurance billing, is it worth it?- Difficulties when you hire and then lose an associate- Dealing with parents who have fluoride concerns- Being a mom and running a practice- Does it make sense to do full ortho or just phase one?

In episode 67 of Venture Everywhere, Scott Hartley, Co-founder and Managing Partner of Everywhere Ventures, talks with Basil Vetas, founder and CEO of Leeway, a modern benefits administration platform specializing in Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRAs). Basil discusses how Leeway enables companies to reimburse employees for individually purchased health insurance, offering greater flexibility, affordability, and compliance. Scott and Basil also explore the potential of ICHRAs, shifting from traditional group health plans to personalized options that prioritize employee choice and portability.In this episode, you will hear:The impact of ICHRAs in reshaping employee healthcare benefits.Key regulatory updates that have made ICHRAs possible.Difficulties in helping consumers navigate healthcare options.How remote work and job mobility are changing healthcare requirements.Learn more about Basil Vetas | LeewayLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basilvetas/ X: https://x.com/basilvetas Website: https://www.leewayhq.com/ Learn more about Scott Hartley | Everywhere VCLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scotthartley/ Website: https://everywhere.vc/

send us a text via Fan Mail!Elizabeth and I discuss strategies when things are difficult in our motherhood and homeschooling.1:35 - We all have bad days   6:30 - Getting through a crisis 9:52 - Lighthearted discipline 11:20 - Getting things done with a baby20:34 - Pregnancy and coping with difficulties 23:02 - How it gets easier 26:17 - Attachment to adult vs. peers 34:04 - Screen time for educationAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers by Gordon Neufeld Revolution of Mercy: How Kindness Changes Everything by Bonnie Landry Homeschooling, simplified: what matters most by Bonnie Landry Support the showContact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast!

Tonight's Guest WeatherBrain is a fast-rising YouTube creator known for her deeply researched and emotionally resonant documentaries on high-end tornadoes.  Her channel goes beyond the radar and statistics in order to tell the human stories behind these devastating events.  Born and raised in East Tennessee, she combines strong narrative skills with a unique interest in global severe weather, particularly in undeserved regions like India and China.  Her work bridges science communication and empathy in a way that resonates with a new generation of weather enthusiasts.  Carly Anna, welcome to the show!   Also, Bruce Jones joins us to discuss the importance of NOAA Weather Radio and its integration in order to save lives.  Welcome back, Bruce! Our email officer Jen is continuing to handle the incoming messages from our listeners. Reach us here: email@weatherbrains.com. Record highs in the South later this week?  (01:55) QLCS tornado hits Dothan, AL school (04:45) Origins of Carly Anna YouTube channel (15:25) 1997 Jarrell, Texas F5 tornado (17:00) Relationship between slow-moving weaker tornadoes and fast-moving tornadoes (31:50) Antecedent conditions prior to natural disasters (38:00) March 15th 2025 tornado in Plantersville (46:00) Recovering after tragic circumstances and providing the right answers (50:00) Average False Alarm Ratio (FAR) characterizations/solutions (56:30) Difficulties with QLCS tornadoes in less predictable environments (01:06:00) Inspiring future weather communicators/creators (01:14:00) Bruce Jones/Midland Weather Radio (01:20:30) The Astronomy Outlook with Tony Rice (01:17:58) This Week in Tornado History With Jen (No segment this week) E-Mail Segment (No segment this week) National Weather Round-Up and more! Web Sites from Episode 1002: Midland Weather Radio Carly Anna Weather on X Carly Anna Weather on YouTube Two Storms Apparel Picks of the Week: Carly Anna - Record breaking pollen count reported in Atlanta today Bruce Jones - 3/31/23 Tornado Outbreak James Aydelott - James Aydelott on X: "Left-split anti-cyclonic mesocyclone (clockwise rotation) has a very large hail threat moving NNE into Mustang" Jen Narramore - Out Rick Smith - Out Troy Kimmel - Wisconsin 123F High Temp Error Kim Klockow-McClain - Mark Goeller post on Facebook over recent fire weather and damage in Oklahoma John Gordon - Weather History on X Bill Murray - National Disaster Survey Report: "Hurricane Eloise: The Gulf Coast" James Spann - James Spann on X: Tornado as seen from Dothan Regional Airport earlier this afternoon near Dale/Henry county line The WeatherBrains crew includes your host, James Spann, plus other notable geeks like Troy Kimmel, Bill Murray, Rick Smith, James Aydelott, Jen Narramore, John Gordon, and Dr. Kim Klockow-McClain. They bring together a wealth of weather knowledge and experience for another fascinating podcast about weather.

Crucible Executive Director Roy Wooten and Men's Ministry Leader Byron Myers focus on the challenges and transformations that men face in their spiritual journeys. They discuss the difficulties of change, the impact of personal growth on relationships, and the importance of community support. The conversation emphasizes that true transformation is often painful and requires a commitment to authenticity and accountability. Ultimately, they encourage men to embrace their journeys, seek help, and continue working on themselves to become the men God has called them to be.Here are some of the topics we cover in our podcast episodes: Radical honesty and grace Spiritual growth Discipleship Mentorship Personal development Life transformation Christian men's ministry Christian women's ministry Faith-based retreat Discover our other resources: Our Main Website Our Blog Online Life Coaching Christian Men's Retreats Christian Women's Retreats All content © 2024 The Crucible Project Podcast.

In this episode of Peace of Mind, hosts John and Eoin respond to a listener's question on first thoughts (gut feelings). They also discuss developing values that gives meaning to life, e.g. volunteering to help others and this gives peace within oneself. L'articolo E69 | Peace of Mind – John and Eoin – Enjoy life in spite of the difficulties proviene da Radio Maria.

Even in the most desperate circumstances, we can rejoice because God is always providing for us

https://cvvtix.com - Get your tickets for INSIGHT LIVE in NYC & Las Vegas with VIP Meet & Greet!Cedric Alexander (@CedricAlexander) is a professional wrestler previously signed to WWE. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet at West Coast Creative Studio in Hollywood, CA to talk about the release and his immediate reaction, if he is interested in joining The Hurt Syndicate in AEW, being a part of The Hurt Business and the group's sudden break-up, getting signed during the Cruiserweight Classic, playing Gary Garbutt the janitor in a match with Roman Reigns, Drew McIntyre and Shane McMahon, the viral Lumbar Check on Candice LeRae, winning the Cruiserweight Championship at WrestleMania 34 and more!Quote I'm thinking about: "Difficulties in life are intended to make us better, not bitter." – Dan ReevesPlease support our sponsors! PURE PLANK: The future of core fitness! Use the code CVV to save 10% on Pure Plank designed by Adam Copeland & Christian: https://gopureplank.com/?ref=tibclouxSEAT GEEK: Use my code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/CVV10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount TIMELINE: Go to https://timeline.com/insightto get 10% off your order of Mitopure! STASH: Go to https://get.stash.com/INSIGHTto see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase and to view important disclosures MAGIC SPOON: Get $5 off your next order at https://magicspoon.com/cvv VUORI: Get 20% off your first purchase! Get yourself some of the most comfortable and versatile clothing on the planet at https://vuori.com/cvv FABRIC: Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to help protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at https://meetfabric.com/CVV ROCKET MONEY: Join Rocket Money today and experience financial freedom: https://rocketmoney.com/cvv HUEL: Get 15% off plus a FREE Gift for NEW customers with the code INSIGHT at https://huel.comMIRACLE MADE: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/CVV and use the code CVV to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF ZOCDOC: Instantly book a top-rated doctor today at https://zocdoc.com/insight BONCHARGE: Use the code CVV to save 15% off your infrared sauna blanket at https://boncharge.com/cvv BLUECHEW: Get your first month of BlueChew for FREE at https://bluechew.com PLUNGE: Get $150 off your Plunge with the coupon code CVV150 at https://plunge.com For more information about Chris and INSIGHT go to: https://podcast.chrisvanvliet.comIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could I ask you to please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcast or Spotify? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.  Follow CVV on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/ChrisVanVlietTwitter: twitter.com/ChrisVanVlietFacebook: facebook.com/ChrisVanVlietYouTube: youtube.com/ChrisVanVlietTikTok: tiktok.com/@Chris.VanVliet

Chuck Heinz and Jamie Lent talk about The Big 12 in the NCAA Tournament, Remember Goliad, the origin story of "Arkansas", who would shock us to win the NCAA Tournament and who do we expect to win it, and difficulties of becoming a pro athlete.  

Origins host Beezer Clarkson sits down with her colleague Laura Thompson, fellow LP and Partner at Sapphire Partners, to riff on her recent conversation with Thomas Kristensen, Partner at LGT Capital Partners. Together they discuss 2025's sluggish exit market, and whether or not that's a sign that venture is broken. They also discuss the importance of reinventing yourself to stay current with the market - even though LPs don't love big changes - and if emerging managers can use founder product connectivity to their advantage. Learn more about Sapphire Partners: sapphireventures.com/sapphire-partnersLearn more about OpenLP: openlp.vcLearn more about Asylum Ventures: asylum.vcLearn more about Top Tier Capital Partners: ttcp.comLearn more about LGT Capital Partners: lgtcp.comSubscribe to the OpenLP newsletter for a monthly roundup of the latest venture insights, including the newest Origins episodes, delivered straight to your inbox.CHAPTERS:(0:00) Welcome to Origins(1:20) Aren't We Supposed to Be Investing In Companies That Want to Go Public?(4:33) Difficulties of Maintaining a Franchise(6:24) ”There's Gonna Be Some Really Difficult Vintages”(7:22) Being Paranoid to Be a Great Investor(10:33) Reintegrating AI

This week, Nathan and Santy wrap up their conversation about how Christians can engage with Bible difficulties. They also discuss modern biblical issues, such as inerrancy. You won't want to miss this week's conversation!

In this lighthearted and humorous episode of Everyday Oral Surgery, Dr. Grant Stucki introduces a new segment, Go On, Git, inspired by Jimmy Fallon's comedic bits. In today's episode, he shares a collection of frustrating yet amusing moments that oral surgeons experience daily. Hear about stubborn implant screwdrivers, patients who won't recline in their chairs, why sutures always seem to break at the worst possible moment, thermostat mishaps, schedulers who book six patients per hour, why overhead lights seem to have a vendetta against oral surgeons, and more! Using his best cowboy accent, Dr. Stucki adds to the humor, making this episode an entertaining take on the unexpected challenges of surgery. Join us to get a dose of surgical comedy and learn how to find laughter in the daily struggles of oral surgery. Tune in now!Key Points From This Episode:Introducing Dr. Stucki's Go On, Git list and the motivation behind creating it.How humor can turn the everyday frustrations into moments of laughter.Hear about the patient who insists they “can't lean back.”Why bite blocks act like soap bars and dealing with assistants who refuse to take a sick day.Implant screws that won't stay put and root shapes that defy extraction logic.Dealing with texting patients who refuse to put their phone down before surgery.Learn about the struggle of irrigation ricochet and avoiding a smack from the overhead light.An invitation for listeners to submit their own Go On, Git moments.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Kate Muth, Executive Director at IMAG, and Ellen McClain, Special Advisor to International Bridge and former deputy assistant secretary at Homeland Security, discuss reform of de minimis arrangements in the USA and Canada. Future Borders Coalition report on low value shipments History of de minimis in the USA Purpose and current rules for de minimis shipments Inbound de minimis volumes Concerns about illegal and illicit goods being imported using de minimis Benefits to consumers and some online sellers Weaknesses in the current de minimis system Areas that require reform, including poor data Collecting better advance data on cross-border shipments Using technology for pre-screening of goods prior to shipment Pre-clearance of goods Laws on fulfilling orders cross-border and eligibility for de minimis Would harmonisation on European regulations assist? Treatment of postal items vs courier items Missing data elements on cross-border shipments Difficulties in determining country of origin Compliance tools  

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Christina welcomes Courtney who shares her reflections on stepmotherhood. Courtney, a BM and stepmom, discusses the red flags she didn't see in her relationship, the thresholds of bullshit she uncovered and when she realized it was time to leave. What is a non-negotiable when it comes to blending a family? How do you forgive yourself for not seeing it sooner? Listen in!  So much more than a podcast!!!Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcastNeed some extra support? Schedule with Christina!Want to meet other rad stepmoms, and get access to exclusive content? Become a Member!www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com

The Shannon Airport Group is assuring there will be no service disruptions at the Clare base today, despite its continuing efforts to accommodate flights due to land at London-Heathrow. Heathrow has been closed for the day following a fire at a nearby electrical station, which sparked a major power outage. Shannon Airport has already handled flights from Toronto, Atlanta, Barbados, Boston, Orlando and New York, and is expecting to facilitate more diversions throughout the day. Shannon Airport Group CEO Mary Considine has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that all passengers due to travel to Heathrow today should contact their carrier as soon as possible.

In this episode of the podcast, the host chats with Dr. Shilpa Sayana, who's a triple board-certified MD. She's got a wealth of experience in internal medicine, obesity, and functional medicine. Based in Los Angeles, Dr. Sayjana has spent over ten years helping women navigate the challenges of perimenopause and menopause, focusing on optimizing hormones, energy, and weight. They dive into why it's crucial to really understand a patient's health history, including any implants they might have, and how things like chronic inflammation and genetics can play a big role in overall health. Today, The conversation touches on detoxification, the environmental hurdles we face, and why hydration, nutrition, and fiber are so important for staying healthy. Dr. Sayana is all about a holistic, personalized approach to women's health, and she shares some great insights on that front. Tune in! Book a call with Dr. Sayana - https://www.sayanamedical.com/free-discovery-call/ Show Highlights: Chronic Inflammation and Hormonal Balance (00:05:23) Chronic inflammation and its role in hormonal balance, especially for those with implants Bacterial Contamination in Implants (00:06:35) Prevalence of bacterial contamination in explanted specimens and its health implications Challenges in Patient Diagnosis (00:08:22) Difficulties providers face in diagnosing issues related to implants and chronic inflammation Holistic Hormonal Support (00:10:57) Supporting hormonal balance through natural methods and bioidentical hormones Mold Exposure and Hormones (00:16:17) Impact of mold exposure on hormone levels and overall health, particularly in urban environments Detoxification Strategies (00:22:11) Improving detoxification through gut health, sweating, and hydration Protein Intake Challenges (00:24:26) The need for adequate protein, especially for vegan and vegetarian patients post-surgery Bio: Dr. Sayana Dr. Sayana is a triple board-certified MD in Internal, Obesity, and Functional medicine. She has been in private practice for over a decade serving the greater Los Angeles community. She is an expert in treating women dealing with perimenopause and menopause, optimizing their hormones, energy, and weight, especially if they have been told that their labs are normal. She helps them reclaim their balance and feel like themselves again, by using the Sayana Medical Road Map. She has been recognized by her peers by being nominated for the Most Humanistic Intern/Resident award in all three years of her medical residency and by her patients by receiving the Best Doctors Women's Choice Award in 2023. Connect with Dr. Sayana Website (https://www.sayanamedical.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorKh9yPPKZlv4Gs02wdUZ4osurApagN50CfM1ryJ33uTXrC9xXy) Book a call with Dr. Sayana (https://www.sayanamedical.com/free-discovery-call/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/SayanaMedical) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@Sayanamedical) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sayanamedical/) Links and Resources Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/breast-implant-illness/id1678143554 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1SPDripbluZKYsC0rwrBdb?si=23ea2cd9f6734667 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drrobertwhitfield?t=8oQyjO25X5i&r=1 IG: https://www.instagram.com/breastimplantillnessexpert/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrRobertWhitfield Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-robert-whitfield-md-50775b10/ X: https://x.com/rob_whitfieldmd Read this article - https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/surgery/breast-reconstruction/types/implant-reconstruction/illness/breast-implant-illness Shop: https://drrobssolutions.com SHARP: https://www.harp.health NVISN Labs - https://nvisnlabs.com/ Get access to Dr. Rob's Favorite Products below: Danger Coffee - Use our link for mold free coffee - https://dangercoffee.com/pages/mold-free-coffee?ref=ztvhyjg JASPR Air Purifier - Use code DRROB for the Jaspr Air Purifier - https://jaspr.co/ Echo Water - Get high quality water with our code DRROB10 - https://echowater.com/ BallancerPro - Use code DRROBVIP for the world's leader in lymphatic drainage technology - https://ballancerpro.com Ultrahuman - Use code WHITFIELD10 for the most accurate wearable - https://www.ultrahuman.com/ring/buy/us/?affiliateCode=drwhitfield

This week, I'm thrilled to welcome the most special guest ever on my show- my dad. With the release of my book just around the corner (coming out next week- can you believe it?!) I couldn't think of a better time to have him on the podcast. Together, we dig into some of the stories that are (and aren't) talked about in my book.   Join us as we laugh, reminisce, and share stories of the joys, the challenges, and everything in between. My dad has such powerful things to say about gratitude, slowing down, choosing love, and finding joy in the darkest of moments. This conversation is so special to me, and I am so excited to share it with you today.   Without further ado, let's jump into this conversation with Tom Buckley.   3:34 – Tom 101   Tom's upbringing + challenging relationship with religion Going to college, joining a fraternity, and career as a teacher Difficulties in marriage, battles with alcoholism and homelessness Tom's journey to sobriety + spiritual growth   26:49 – Parenting Perspectives   Reading the memoir Watching children make mistakes and learn from them   36:28 – Choosing Love   Tom and Lynda's marriage that defied the odds Prioritizing sobriety, God, and the good of the family The importance of love, respect, and kindness   48:28 – Rule 62   Looking for the good throughout Lynda's sickness Not taking yourself too seriously Appreciating what life has taught you Tom's favorite chapter in the book   48:28 – Life lessons at 80   Tom's life today with Cindy Slowing down and appreciating the present Trusting that things will work out when you get out of your own way   FEATURED QUOTES   “That's what life is about. It isn't about failure, it's about getting back up.”   “If you take yourself too seriously, you just lose sight of all the things that really are important.”   “In the ‘getting through it' stage, you gain experience and knowledge that you can use to get out of it. You can find places for help and guidance that will work.”   “You want to see who the winners are? Follow the laughter.”   Connect with me:   http://www.stillbeingmolly.com   http://instagram.com/stillbeingmolly   http://instagram.com/canilaughpod   http://twitter.com/stillbeingmolly   http://facebook.com/stillbeingmolly   http://facebook.com/canilaughpod   http://tiktok.com/@stillbeingmolly   Preorder my book:   PREORDER YOUR COPY TODAY:   Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/IIDLICbn   Amazon: https://amzn.to/48VYFkG   ChristianBook: https://bit.ly/IIDLICcb   Target: https://bit.ly/3Shh3Q2   Walmart: https://bit.ly/3MmGVpJ   Indie Bound: https://bit.ly/IIDLICib   About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder?

Have you ever been going through a storm in your life and wondered, “God, why are You allowing me to go through this?”  Check out the video version of this episode.  My book When Sheep Bite is available here. ►► Would you please prayerfully consider supporting this ministry? My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎

Pastor Neal speaks from Roman 5:1-5 about living through difficulties and trusting God.

David Carroll, Chief Executive of Depaul, calls for urgent systemic reform to address the twin crises of homelessness and mental health.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit bequranic.substack.comAssalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh! Welcome back to BeQuranic's Tafseer & Taraweeh podcast. Alhamdulillah, tonight is the 13th night of Ramadan. We continue our reflections on Surah Al-An'am, resuming from verse 41.BeQuranic is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Allah reminds the Quraysh—and us—that in moments of desperation, we instinctively turn only to Him. Even Abu Jahl, one of the Prophet's greatest enemies, made dua to Allah at the Ka'bah for victory just before the Battle of Badr—ironically asking Allah to grant victory to the righteous, unaware he was sealing his own defeat.Allah then speaks about how previous nations were tested with trials and calamities so they might humble themselves. Difficulties are a sign from Allah, an opportunity to pause, reflect, and correct our paths. When hardship comes, it's either a purification of sins or a means of elevating our ranks spiritually, bringing us closer to the example of the Prophets who faced the greatest trials.However, not everyone responds positively. Some, like Fir'aun, become even more arrogant, their hearts hardened by difficulties instead of humbled by them. Events in life aren't inherently good or bad—it's how we respond that defines them. A hardship can be a blessing if we respond with patience, and a blessing can become harmful if we respond with arrogance or neglect Allah.

In this episode, Nathan is joined by his friend and Forge speaker, Santy Fuentes, as they discuss how we can overcome difficulties when reading our Bibles. It is common for those reading their Bible to come across a passage that makes them squirm. Santy and Nathan discuss how we, as Christians, should deal with these passages.

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Come to a Dehoarding Accountability Zoom Session: http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ticket Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribe Podcast show notes, links and transcript: http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ In this episode, I'm chatting with Dr. Victoria Ruby-Granger, a psychologist at De Montfort University who has researched how hoarding behaviours develop and the potential for early intervention. We explore the importance of looking beyond physical clutter to understand what possessions mean for those with hoarding tendencies and discuss the role of trauma, loss and life transitions. Plus, we touch on the challenges and potential pathways for early intervention in children and young people. Dr. Victoria Ruby-Granger's Path to Studying Hoarding Influence of TV programmes about hoarding. Curiosity about the development of hoarding behaviours. Research on Hoarding Behaviours and Childhood Discussion on hoarding behaviours beginning in childhood or adolescence. Experiences shared by research participants. Understanding 'Struggling to Manage' Explanation of the concept derived from research. Methods used by Dr. Victoria Ruby-Granger in her research. Qualitative study and grounded theory methodology. Patterns of Hoarding Development Managing possessions and life. Emotional attachments and meanings of possessions. Impact of life transitions on hoarding behaviour. Overcoming Hoarding Challenges Importance of support beyond possessions Identity and functioning challenges for individuals with hoarding disorder. Early Intervention in Hoarding Difficulty in identifying people who need early intervention. Importance of awareness and understanding childhood behaviours. Diagnostic Criteria and Support Challenges Discussion on current diagnostic criteria for hoarding disorder. Difficulties in accessing support without a diagnosis. Potential Patterns and Findings in Dr. Victoria Ruby-Granger's Research Emotional attachments and decision-making reluctance. Preferences for discarding possessions through certain methods. Advice for Parents about children showing hoarding behaviours Recommendations for parents of children displaying hoarding-related behaviours. Importance of communication and understanding the emotional meanings attached to items. Emphasis on trauma and loss in hoarding behaviours. Importance of understanding personal experiences in hoarding

Jesus endured suffering and so understands your pain. Learn how to draw strength from Him and stand firm in faith. Listen to this devotional for encouragement and hope.This was first aired on Radio HCI Today via the WeLove Radio App.

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Dr. Rick and Forrest explore how we can improve focus and fix our attention spans in a world that is constantly trying to distract us. They discuss common reasons it's hard to focus and three key interventions that can help most people. Rick teaches approaches from mindfulness practice, and Forrest explains how we can improve focus motivation and distress tolerance. Topics include ADHD, the role of dopamine, expanding the “Goldilocks Zone,” the practice of doing hard things, and how we can become less reliant on willpower. You can watch this episode on YouTube. Key Topics: 0:00: Introduction 5:25: Three key areas where we seek focus 9:10: Self-belief and inner turmoil 14:10: Three factors for sustaining focus 20:50: The goldilocks zone, physical health, and emotional preoccupation 24:40: Difficulties with meditation and mindfulness 32:40: Willpower vs. motivation 40:20: Quieting the mind 41:25: Decreasing the reward value of our distractions 48:35: Being present with others 54:05: ‘Going wide', self-compassion, and other tactics for completing tasks 1:02:10: Choice and rumination 1:06:15: Recap I am now writing on Substack, check out my work there.  Support the Podcast: We're now on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link. Sponsors Field of Greens from Brickhouse Nutrition is a superfood powder packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. Use the code BEINGWELL at fieldofgreens.com for 20% off your first order. Head to acorns.com/beingwell or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future Zocdoc helps you find expert doctors and medical professionals that specialize in the care you need. Head to zocdoc.com/being and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Use promo code hanson at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/hanson. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/beingwell.  Get 15% off OneSkin with the code BEINGWELL at https://www.oneskin.co/  Transform your health with the ZOE Science & Nutrition podcast. Find it wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with the show: Subscribe on iTunes Follow Forrest on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Follow Forrest on Instagram Follow Rick on Facebook Follow Forrest on Facebook Visit Forrest's website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jenn Dieas went from a homeless teen to a CEO. And through her struggles for success as an entrepreneur, she realized her true gift was in mentoring, coaching & inspiring others.   0.00:    Jenn on the lessons from hitting rock bottom and embracing risk 4.00:    Early years building a business (and what it takes) 11.00:  Why you must enjoy the Process (Journey) for True Happiness 16.00:  Jenn getting sick and fighting traditional medicine (and succeeding) 24.00:  The hormonal changes of women in their 40s 31.30:  Why we must have adventures and travels while we are young 35.00:  The idea of juggling time, money and health 42.00: Why bureaucrats need to be held accountable 47.00:  Difficulties being an entrepreneurs in Brandon Johnson's Chicago 52.30:  Jenn's experience with holistic healing 1.00.00:  Finding the health and lifestyle that fits for you 1.08.00:  Advocating for yourself (& overcoming the fear of possible cancerous tumors) “It is no measure of health to be well adjusted to a profoundly sick society.” —  Jiddu Krishnamurti”  Until next time, love and good vibes.  Podcast Website: https://enterthelionheart.com/ Check out the latest episode here: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-the-lionheart/id1554904704 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tD7VvMUvnOgChoNYShbcI

This episode is a replay from The Existential Stoic library. Enjoy! Everyone has problems. When we have problems, talking about them can be extremely helpful. In this episode, Danny and Randy do a freeform episode and discuss their current problems.Subscribe to ESP's YouTube Channel! Thanks for listening!  Do you have a question you want answered in a future episode? If so, send your question to: existentialstoic@protonmail.com  Danny, Randy, and their good friend, Russell, created a new podcast, CodeNoobs, for anyone interested in tech and learning how to code. Listen to CodeNoobs now online, CodeNoobs-podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts.

When someone is going through a difficult time and prays day and night for a yeshuah but sees no change, it becomes incredibly hard to continue praying. He begins to feel like Hashem isn't listening. So why should I bother? He sees everyone around him enjoying their lives, free of the challenges he is facing, and he wonders, Why me? Why do I have to be so different? He has learned that everything Hashem does is good—but in this case, he cannot fathom how his suffering could possibly be for the best. Sara Imenu was one of the greatest women who ever lived. She went decades without a child, praying day and night, yet her tefillot remained unanswered. How could this have been good for her? Isn't raising children the essence of a Jewish woman's role? Everyone around her was building families, which made her situation even more painful. Yet, in hindsight, it was precisely this challenge that made Sara Imenu who she became, Decades of heartfelt tefilla without an answer. Decades of unwavering trust in Hashem, believing He was doing what was best for her. She was destined to be the mother of Klal Yisrael , and that required years of deep, heartfelt prayer. When something is extremely difficult for a person, it becomes exponentially more valuable. Praying after not being answered is far more precious than a routine tefilla. Believing in Hashem's kindness, even when everything seems to say otherwise, is an extraordinary zechut . If someone is struggling and searching for merit, these are among the greatest things he can do: Believe that his suffering is from Hashem and is for the absolute best, and continue praying, even though the answer has not yet come. Someone once shared that he had been begging Hashem for help. There were many possible outcomes that he would have been somewhat happy with. But after all of his efforts and tefillot, in his mind, the worst possible scenario unfolded. It became almost unbearable for him to continue praying when things only seemed to get worse. But perhaps Hashem was giving him the opportunity to attain the ultimate zechut —to trust in Hashem even after experiencing the greatest letdown. The ability to return and place one's trust in Hashem after such disappointment is an extraordinary achievement. The primary goal of a person's time in this world is to become the greatest eved Hashem he can be. And it is through challenges like these that we accomplish that goal. The Midrash in Yalkut Tehillim teaches that everyone experiences afflictions in life: Some lose sleep at night due to a toothache. Some are kept awake by an eye ailment. And some willingly stay awake learning Torah. The Midrash explains that all these afflictions count toward a person's necessary yesurim . When we endure pain in our avodat Hashem , it removes suffering that would have come in other ways. Losing sleep to learn Torah is difficult, but Hashem, in His kindness, does not only reward us for the Torah learned—He also considers it a substitute for other afflictions. Similarly, if someone finds it extremely difficult to pray—if it is the last thing he wants to do—then beyond the immense value it has for his neshama , and beyond the yeshuah it can bring, it is also considered a form of yesurim for him. Hashem sees the full picture of our lives. His goal is for us to succeed in this world and fulfill our mission, so we can enjoy eternal bliss in the Next World. The afflictions of this world are insignificant compared to the eternal reward that awaits us. But the only way to earn that reward is to fulfill our avodah in this world. Every tefilla we say, every thought of emunah we have, is infinitely precious. Everyone is destined for greatness—but we must put in the hard work first. Our greats never turned away from Hashem despite the immense difficulties they faced. Their tefillot and emunah through their challenges are what made them the tzaddikim they became.

In this episode of Prove All Things, guest Jeff Flanick explores the challenging passages in the Old Testament where God is perceived to be cruel or jealous. He investigates common questions and concerns about these difficult stories and the theological dilemmas they present. Through careful examination, the episode seeks clarity and context, offering a faithful perspective to understand these portrayals of God better. This discussion aims to help listeners reconcile these challenging passages with the broader message of Scripture.

On the latest Mortcast on CSG Jeff talks to Ryan Blackburn from Mile High Sports, Pick Axe and Roll podcast and Locked on Nuggets about the Nuggets difficulties in beating good teams and whether that is a cause for concern. Also Jeff gives a ray of sunshine to Nuggets fans who might be frustrated with the Nuggets. Enjoy the show!

Some teachers claim that we don't have fancy blessings because we lack faith. What does that mean for the suffering Christians in third-world countries? Jesus disproved this message in the Gospel of Mark when He said that some believers will experience great trials. Difficulties don't show a lack of faith—mature Christians see that they create opportunities to witness for the Lord!

Professor Cindy Harnett spoke to us about new and different sensors and actuators, primarily designed for soft robotics and fabricated with relatively low cost materials. Cindy is a professor of electrical and computer engineering at the University of Louisville where she runs the Harnett Lab. The papers we discussed are here. You can find a longer list of Cindy's papers on Google Scholar. The video of the SESAME actuator is especially interesting. Transcript Nordic Semiconductor has been the driving force for Bluetooth Low Energy MCUs and wireless SoCs since the early 2010s, and they offer solutions for low-power Wi-Fi and global Cellular IoT as well. If you plan on developing robust and battery-operated applications, check out their hardware, software, tools, and services.   On academy.nordicsemi.com, you'll find Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and cellular IoT courses, and the Nordic DevZone community covers technical questions:  devzone.nordicsemi.com.   Oh, and don't forget to enter Nordic Semiconductor's giveaway contest! Just fill out the entrance form, and you're in the running. Good luck!

On this episode of The Wholesome Fertility Podcast, I dive deep into a fascinating and vital topic—how stress impacts the gut-brain connection and, in turn, your fertility health. We'll explore how chronic stress affects your nervous system, gut microbiome, and hormonal balance, and I'll share actionable tips to regulate your nervous system, support gut health, and optimize fertility. Tune in to learn how to empower your mind and body for a thriving fertility journey!     Takeaways   The gut and brain are connected via the vagus nerve, creating a two-way communication system that influences stress and digestion. Chronic stress diverts blood flow away from vital organs, impacting digestion, hormone balance, and fertility. Practices like diaphragmatic breathing, meditation, and ear massage can activate the vagus nerve, promoting a"rest and digest" state. A diverse and healthy gut microbiome supports hormonal health, reduces inflammation, and enhances fertility. Emotional stress drains the body's reserves and can lead to hormonal imbalances like lowered progesterone levels. Mindful eating habits, such as chewing food thoroughly and avoiding distractions, improve digestion and gut health. Acupuncture and other TCM techniques help regulate the nervous system and support overall fertility wellness.     For more information about Michelle, visit: www.michelleoravitz.com   Check out Michelle's Latest Book: The Way of Fertility! https://www.michelleoravitz.com/thewayoffertility   The Wholesome FertilityFacebook group is where you can find free resources and support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149554308396504/   Instagram: @thewholesomelotusfertility     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewholesomelotus/       Transcript:   [00:00:00] Welcome to the Wholesome Fertility Podcast. On today's episode, I'm going to be talking about a topic that I've talked about before, but it's a little different. And I am going to be discussing stress and its impact on fertility. Now, I've spoken about stress before, we've had many, many different episodes talking about how stress can impact fertility, and I know a lot of people say, Oh, does it really impact fertility? Yes. When it gets broken down, absolutely, and indirectly in some ways. So today I'm actually going to be talking about the gut brain connection, how stress can impact the gut and how the gut. is super important for fertility health. So stay tuned. So I find this topic actually really, really fascinating because the [00:01:00] gut is super smart. Actually, it has its own nervous system and it's really fascinating just how it runs. And I tend to be really fascinated by the nervous system as it is. And I think that the nervous system is one of the things that We don't really pay that much attention to, but it really does make a difference on so many factors and so many things in our body. And really, it makes such a difference and influence on how we feel in our life and how we perceive the world as well. And if you really think about the influence of stress on the nervous system, then you can see how it really is a Such a direct relationship. Stress is really how our nervous system reacts and responds to the life around us. Now, I always say this, I've said this before, and I'm going to say this today again, is that it's not about   [00:02:00]eliminating stress or eradicating stress. As a matter of fact, stress can actually make us stronger. So having moments of stress, I mean, if you think about going to the gym and building muscle, One of the reasons why we get stronger is because of the stress and stress can also impact the bones and help the bones. So having that extra stress actually strengthens the bones. So stress can actually be something that can be alchemize to help our bodies to help our life like if you have difficulties or challenges in your life, you'll find that it actually makes you stronger and it makes you smarter and it gets you to think about things differently than you would have normally. And if you don't have that element of stress, then you don't really have that opportunity of growth. So stress is incredibly advantageous when it is not chronic when it's not all the time and we as humans and this is really like even how we learn about the body through Chinese medicine   [00:03:00] is that A lot of things in our bodies and a lot of things in nature run in pulses, it runs in rhythms. So when you have something all the time without that break, that's when it can lead to imbalance. So when you have like pulses of stress or things that come and go, That is when the body is able to have the pulse and then it goes back into a more yin phase. I've spoken about the yin and the yang, which are really two opposing opposites that need each other in order to create harmony and balance. And that harmony and balance is something that conventional medicine will say or call homeostasis. And homeostasis is basically a state that the body always strives for in order to thrive. And that is the ultimate. So homeostasis is that balance that keeps us in check. It keeps the hormones in check. It keeps everything in check. Now, in order to have that, we   [00:04:00] can't have too much yang or too much yin. We need the two. And this is how we have a pulse. A pulse is something that goes back and forth. and that back and forth is what keeps things in balance. So it can go back and forth, but then eventually grow into strength. So having that stress, but then having that recovery and that combination of the two is what actually gets us stronger. However, many cases our nervous system is hyper stimulated, hyper meaning over. So overstimulated by electronics, by sound, by things that are typically not occurring in nature if we were to be living really in accordance with nature and what we used to do in the past when we didn't have all these man made things like light at night or really loud noises from the garbage truck things that are   [00:05:00]really not Something that you find in nature sounds that you don't really hear in nature, bright lights that you don't see in nature, things that are not typical to what our bodies are actually programmed to be used to, and also to understand the process. So when we have that extreme hyper stimulation all the time, and now I'm not even talking about the emotional stress. I'm just talking about. So I'm going to talk about the stressors that we are exposed to day in and day out that also stimulate our nervous system. And by stimulating it all the time, it actually weakens it. It makes you more tired. So in Chinese medicine, we talk about excess and deficiency, and that's kind of like the yin and the yang. And when we have too much excess, it can lead to deficiency because the body has to process that excess. And when there's just too much coming at it at once, it can make it more deficient. Just think   [00:06:00] about a computer. If you're throwing in so many different software and really loading it up over time, it's going to get slower and it's going to get in the way of its ability to process signals and it takes a little longer to do things. So now that we covered that aspect of stress, there's also emotional stress, and if you notice, emotions actually take a lot of energy in the body, and so having that stress chronically of emotions, that drains the body of reserves, and it can also impact it. how we feel and impact the state of our brains. And it also has been shown to create a more incoherent state of brain waves. And that's been studied and observed in HeartMath Institute where they study the heart brain coherence. And it's really, really fascinating work because they're actually seeing that there's a relationship between the heart and the brain and the heart has   [00:07:00] always been in Chinese medicine said to house the brain, which is interesting because nobody really understood from a conventional medicine perspective, what that really meant. Or it was kind of like, okay, well that's, I guess their perspective on it or their theory. But now science is actually showing that that is really in fact true. And as a matter of fact, the heart acts as a brain and it can really pick up on things before the brain even picks up on them. So your heart is in a sense even more powerful than the brain itself. Now when it comes to the brain and stressors and impacts of the stressors on the brain, that can impact a fight and flight. response from your body. So we know one thing that's really fascinating is that there's a bi directional relationship between the brain and your gut. So your gut has its   [00:08:00] own nervous system and it's called the enteric nervous system. And your brain is connected to the central nervous system and that central nervous system gets information from the brain and it also receives information from the body. So how that is connected to the gut is through the vagus nerve. So the vagus nerve is kind of like playing operator and it has a bidirectional communication pathway from the enteric nervous system, which is our gut nervous system. And that basically runs from your mouth to your anus. So basically it runs throughout the whole thing and it has hundreds of thousands of neurons and that is pretty fascinating. But the fascinating thing is that it is connected via the vagus nerve to your brain and your brain connects with your gut. So when you have stressors that are impacting the integrity of the way your brain is   [00:09:00]functioning, when there are too many Difficulties and coherences  and dysfunctional stressors  that can impact your nervous system and also impact you to be more in a fight or flight situation. state, then that can impact your gut health as well. So when the vagus nerve is activated, the vagus nerve can get you into a more rest and digest state. And that rest and digest state is optimal for your digestive system. And that is what you want. You want your body to be in a state of where fluids can flow freely, because you'll find that if you are in a fight or flight State your mouth gets really dry. It's like the fluids get like dried up and  what happens is in those situations where your body perceives a danger, it knows that it can't focus on anything else, but the ability to run or to fight if you can't run. So what   [00:10:00] happens is your body automatically will start to send it. blood to the arms and to the legs and away from your organs. So that, where does that move away from? It moves away from your heart. It moves away from your liver. It moves away from all your internal organs, moves away from your digestion. It moves away from your uterus and your ovaries. And to have yourself be in a state that is chronically like that, it's going to impact how your body is going to nourish itself and regenerate. And that of course is going to impact your fertility health. So yes, stress can really, really impact fertility health. But a very big reason for why is also because it impacts your gut health. And your gut health is central to your fertility health. It can impact how your body is able to process nutrients, how your body is   [00:11:00] able to get energy, how your body deals with inflammation, and how your body's immune system operates. All things that contribute greatly to your fertility. fertility health. And it also impacts your body's microbiome, not just the gut microbiome, but it can also influence your vaginal microbiome and your uterine microbiome. So it can impact so many things and it's such a trickle effect. And that's the thing with a body that is so amazing, but also can be challenging for, you know, Sometimes conventional medicine to approach, because if you take pieces of the body or parts of the body and just focus on that part, you're just not going to get the full picture. And this is why I love Chinese medicine is because it looks at the full circle, the full picture and how all the different parts work together. And it's like a big, huge web that   [00:12:00] intercommunicates with each other. So when you start to realize that. You don't need to really figure it out all together, and that's a thing that I do want to stress in this. Um, no pun intended, but I do want to mention that ultimately all the things that I'm telling you is really to give you a big picture about it, but you don't have to figure out exactly how it works. It's really more an understanding. of really what stress can do to your gut. The reason I say this is because your body's actually really intelligent and your body knows what to do. So when you get it to a state where you regulate your nervous system, and I'm going to be sharing things and to do's towards the end of this. So you can keep listening to find out. But when you do get yourself to that state, Then your body knows exactly what it needs to do. You don't have to figure it out and you don't even have to tell the body what to do. The body already knows what to do. All it needs is an environment that feels   [00:13:00] safe for it to do so. Another thing to note is that the brain. not only impacts the gut, but the gut can also impact the brain. So the gut can also impact our ability to produce serotonin, which is a neurotransmitter that impacts your mood and overall wellbeing. So if you have any kind of issues with your gut, it can also impact the brain and that can create more stress. So it's bi directional. And that is what is so fascinating about this is that you can really impact your gut through your brain and you can impact your brain through your gut. So besides stress impacting your gut, I also want to mention that it can also elevate cortisol levels, which cortisol is a hormone and again, cortisol has a lot of benefits for the body as well, but you don't want it to be chronic. When it's chronic, it can suppress ovulation. It can also  Lower progesterone levels. So that's one of the   [00:14:00] reasons why somebody can have lowered progesterone is from high stress. And progesterone is really important. It's important for fertility, obviously, but it's really, really important for pregnancy. So to, in order to sustain a pregnancy, you need good, healthy amounts of progesterone. So, I wanted to mention a couple of really interesting studies and one of them was the study on Tibetan monks and what they did was they actually looked at the gut microbiome of those Tibetan monks and also neighbors and so basically what they found was that, um, the microbiome of the meditators and the microbiome of the neighbors. And they both ate similar foods. They were exposed to the same water. They lived in the same area. The only difference really was that the meditators meditated all day. And what they found was that the gut microbiome and the meditators was a lot more enriched and a lot more   [00:15:00] diverse than the ones of the neighbors. And that's pretty fascinating because What that shows you is that there are types of microbiome and what it looked like for the meditators is associated with a lot less risk of inflammation and risk of heart disease and lots of different. autoimmune conditions. So it protected them basically by having that enriched gut microbiome. It protected their bodies, but it also shows us that their meditations have something to do with the gut microbiome. Something else that I want to note Is if you've been listening to me, you probably are sick of hearing me talk about Dr. Joe Dispenza, because I absolutely have been so influenced by his work. And when I went to his retreat,  they basically studied the participants blood and their gut microbiome is one of the things that they study in brain waves and amongst many other things. And what they   [00:16:00] found was that when they take the stool samples of the participants from the beginning before they actually start the week long meditation retreat, they check their stools before and then they check it afterwards and they find that it's drastically different and it has way more diversity in their microbiome and it's associated with much better health. Okay. And so that's pretty fascinating. And that's something that I directly had experience to watching. So it seems like basically that through meditation and through mindfulness practices Or any kind of practices that lower stress that that can impact the gut microbiome, which is fascinating because then it gives us a lot of power. It gives us a feeling of empowerment that you really can make a difference in your gut just through your mind alone. Another really fascinating study that I found was that they   [00:17:00] had correlations between certain types of mental disorders and some of them were even mild depression or mild anxiety all the way leading to bipolar and other types that were more severe. And what they found was that there was an interesting pattern of the microbiome and it was a similar type of microbiome pattern where it showed some microbiome dysbiosis that related to the mental condition. that the person had. So depending on what it was, there seemed to be a pattern in their gut microbiome, which is another incredibly fascinating thing. And something that I also heard about was fecal implants, I don't necessarily suggest it. I think it's still an experimental phase, something that you might want to ask your doctor about if you really have gone through a lot, but. Definitely do your   [00:18:00] research because I know that it's not something that I think that it's not something without any risks at all. But what they found, which was fascinating about this, is that when they did the fecal transplant, the person would basically take a transplant of poop, it's kind of gross, from somebody who has a really good enriched microbiome. And they basically transplanted that poop from that person to the other person, who'd take the poop and put it back. into the person who had dysbiosis or issues with their gut. And what they found was that it influenced their gut health because what happened was that microbiome would start to populate and grow in numbers for the person that needed it. And they found that not only did it help in many cases with gut conditions, but it also helped with mental conditions. Um, it helped with ADHD and many other types of mental diagnoses. So it was [00:19:00] really, really, really fascinating that that can really make such a difference, but it can. So it is kind of cool to know this because then you realize that yes, I can approach this through the gut itself. Which a lot of people do, but many times people get so focused sort of on like the physical body that they ignore the mental body. And I find that I meet a lot of people, whether it's my clients or in person or online. where they have spoken to functional doctors, they know pretty much what supplements to take, what to eat, and they figured it all out and almost to a point where it caused them a lot of mental stress. But the focus was so much just on the physical that the mental was ignored. And it is something that is easy to ignore because. It's something that we don't really see, we can't touch, it's something that kind of operates behind the   [00:20:00] scenes, and most of the time, our eyes, when they're open, are focused on the world around us, so it's easier for us to focus on that. and not close our eyes and go within, which is what a lot of these mindfulness practices teach us. And this is actually something that I cover a lot in my book, the way of fertility, because I thought it was so important. What I found just really in working in this field is that That is the most ignored aspect of our being and it's because it can be actually really frustrating to deal with. It's frustrating to do something and work with something and focus on something that we can't really hold and it's not as tangible. And it feels like we have less control, but ultimately by doing so and allowing ourselves to experience that feeling, the feelings that come up with it, that's when we actually do start to feel   [00:21:00] more of a sense of control. So it's kind of like a little paradox in its own experience. but I do highly recommend looking into it. But I'm going to talk about not just the mindfulness aspect, but I'm also going to talk about really tangible ways that you can impact your nervous system. And of course I'm going to mention acupuncture. And that is something that I do. And acupuncture, is incredibly beneficial on regulating the nervous system. It works on your circuits, basically. I mean, to really say it in the most simplest way, obviously, acupuncture is a lot more complex than just calling it circuits, but it's really beneficial. To say circuits, it makes it easier for the mind to really envision. Do you basically have circuits in your body and that circuits and the pulses that the circuits bring, which is really the channels inside your body. When you're stimulating that with acupuncture, it can really help regulate   [00:22:00] the nervous system and basically restart that. And so what that does is over time and not in the beginning, sometimes in the beginning you could feel more tired, but over time it'll increase your energy. But also will help you feel calm at the same time. So I call it calm alert. And I love that combination when you're calm and you're alert, which is the opposite of like having a lot of coffee to try to like force yourself to have energy and then you're jittery. So no, no jitters, you're super alert, but you're also calm. It's like the perfect combination. So acupuncture can really support that in many different ways, not just by regulating your own patterns, but also by stimulating the channels and also by doing auricular therapy, which is really addressing the points on the ears. The ears are one area that make the vagus nerve accessible. The vagus nerve, which is that go between your brain and your gut is really, really important. , when it gets stimulated, it   [00:23:00] actually stimulates the rest and digest part of your nervous system. So that could be really, really impactful on your gut health. And so one of the ways that you could do this, so acupuncture is one of the ways, but one of the ways that you could do this at home is simply by massaging your ears every single day. You could do this at night and you could do this in the shower. Or you could do this whenever you remember to do it. But massaging your ears can almost immediately have an impact on the nervous system. So it not almost immediately. It actually does have that. So that's something that you might want to do. And while you're doing that, You can also do some deep breathing. So working that diaphragm. So diaphragmatic breathing where we're breathing from the belly, that's ultimately the best way to breathe. We are trained over time and conditioned to breathe through the ribs and. while   [00:24:00] the ribs are part of how we breathe, the most effective way to breathe is through the diaphragm. So you can practice this by putting your hand on your belly and feeling your belly go in and out and train yourself to do that. Get back into that. And you can actually train yourself to do that. I used to not do that. And I, Now I train myself to do that. That is just the way I breathe. It's not going to give you a huge belly. You know, people are so afraid of that, that they start to breathe the wrong way. And ultimately it helps oxygenate your body much better, but then also when you're doing some breathing exercises, it can also calm the vagus nerve. One of the ways to do this is by inhaling to four counts, holding your breath and then exhaling to eight counts. So when you exhale longer than you inhale, you get yourself into a more rest and digest mode.   [00:25:00] If you have issues sleeping at night, this is a great exercise to do and you could literally combine that with massaging your ears and also slowing down your breath and holding it on the inhale and holding it a little bit on the exhale. So controlling that breath. And then filling up the lungs all the way and then exhaling all the air out. Another thing that you can do is hum. So humming that vibration sound from your throat can actually impact and stimulate the vagus nerve. So that's another way to stimulate the vagus nerve. And generally speaking, things like yoga, qigong, and movement that becomes more conscious can also regulate your nervous system. And you can also, as you're laying down, if you have any issues falling asleep, you can also do something called Yoga Nidra. You can find many different ones on YouTube   [00:26:00] where they guide you through focusing on the different parts of your body. But becoming aware of your body sensations is another way to really make that strong connection between your brain and your awareness and your body. So that is really what I have for the mind. But then when it comes to your gut, you could do a lot of things too, to support your mind and to support your gut. And so my number one rule for this, number one, is chew your food. Chew your food so that it becomes complete mush. And I remember hearing, when I was studying Ayurveda, I remember hearing my teacher shared this quote, and I was like, oh my god, this It's true. And he said, drink your food and eat your drink. So I'm like, okay, you know, it's kind of weird to hear the first time you hear about it, but drink your food, meaning you choose so well that you basically have a smoothie   [00:27:00] in your mouth, ready to like swallow like a drink. And then also taking your time with it. The drinks and the soups and kind of giving yourself a little more time in your mouth because what happens is Your saliva has these amazing enzymes that help break down your food Once it enters your gut so that is the first process and probably the most important because you want to start that foundation of digestion right and that foundation starts with mastication which is chewing and combining that with with your saliva. So not only liquefying it, but also liquefying it with liquid gold, which is digestive enzymes that you're able to really get into the food so that the food is able to process and the digestive system doesn't have as hard of a time doing what it does because the digestive system process is actually very energy   [00:28:00]consuming and that is one of the reasons why we need to rest and digest. We get more tired after we eat because our bodies need energy in order to digest. So when you're doing that, you're actually making it easier and creating a much more efficient digestive process. Secondly, if you're going to have proteins, Combine them with vegetables or some fibers so that you're able to process it and really chew it. But also the biggest, most difficult to digest meals should be eaten when the sun is strongest outside. What that does is that our bodies respond very much to the environment and it will respond to that digestive fire. So having that sun very strong will impact our Agni, which is the digestive fire, and that will impact how we're able to process food. And I also suggest eating less at night. As the sun goes down, your   [00:29:00] digestive system also starts to sleep. So it's important during that time to go easy. And you can have soups, steamed vegetables, really, really light meals at night. and then allow your stomach and your digestive system a little fasting time in the evening before you go to sleep. Your sleep is going to be a lot better because again, all that energy that usually goes into digestion can go into repair, into balancing hormones, into replenishing your body as you sleep. Plus your sleep will be deeper and better if you, don't have too much in your stomach. I also highly suggest getting on a good probiotic. And the one I like, and again, it really depends on your gut condition because you might need different protocols, but the company I like is microbiome labs and they do gut testing. They also do,   [00:30:00] they have lots of different supplements. Megasporbiotic is the most common one  for people with really complex digestive issues, they might benefit from going with something a little more gentle than Megasporbiotic and doing like a one strain in the beginning so their body gets used to it. But I highly recommend their products because they are really, really top notch. And lastly, you could do this while you shower, you could do this after your shower, massaging your belly is one of the most impactful things, not just for your gut, but it can also impact your uterus and get more blood flow to that area. So really just massaging in clockwise circles. So as you're looking at your belly, circle around your belly button and you can do a wide circle until you get closer to the belly button and then go wide again and then go back and forth like that. Then you can go   [00:31:00] from the top of the rib cage down to the belly button and then from your pubic bone up and from the sides towards the center of your belly button and diagonal. And really you are intuitive and your hands are intuitive. So your hands will figure out how it feels good to massage your belly. So you can press in certain points that feel like it needs more movement or if it feels stagnant and you'll get to feel what you need because that's ultimately what happens when we start to connect with our bodies. And lastly, just a really good habit to get into is mindful eating, becoming aware of what you're eating and not doing other things like watching TV or being on your phone, just sitting and looking at your food because you do start salivating when you look at your food. Looking at your food is also the beginning of digestion. So becoming mindful with your food, also tasting your food, chewing your food, and     [00:32:00] becoming aware of how certain foods make you feel and really connecting with that because that will connect you to intuitive eating, where you intuitively know what is good for you and what is not good for you. So that concludes today's episode, and I hope you enjoy this. To me, this is a really fascinating topic, and it's something that I think a lot of people should really give attention to, because the mind and the gut are really both important things in life. when it comes to your fertility health. And it also will help the process so that you don't feel as stressed and you feel more ready and equipped to get through this. because we know the fertility journey is challenging as it is. So I hope you feel more empowered with this message. And if you guys feel connected to the content that I am sharing, please subscribe. And I would be so grateful   [00:33:00] for a review. Thank you so much for listening in and I hope you have a beautiful day.

Send us a text“Am I giving enough attention to all my children?” “Where do I start when advocating for my child's education, therapy, and resources?” “How can I support other children who may feel overlooked or burdened?” – Every parent fears that they are not parenting their children the right way, it's not just you. Today, Sophia Mills sits down with Christian E. Sanon II, a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst and co-founder of Look Up Therapy, LLC. He shares his deep, inspiring story of growing up as an older brother to a sister with autism, and how that shaped his career and planted the seed for advocacy for children within him. His past taught him how advocating shouldn't be just for children with special needs, but also their siblings, and how this advocacy is a family-wide effort. While listening to Christian, you will learn functional tips to create a supportive home environment, recognizing the roles of all your children, and how you can navigate barriers to ensure your children are receiving their best care. Press play for a meaningful discussion filled with hope and useful tools for every family, whether it be one struggling with parenting special needs children, needing help with sibling support, or even just a family needing to strengthen their bonds.

If you're worried about your financial future, struggling to figure out how to pay for college, or feeling the pinch at the grocery store, you're not alone. Financial challenges can make joy seem out of reach, but as Christians, we are called to face difficulties with a heart at peace.When financial worries—or struggles of any kind—overwhelm us, God's Word offers wisdom and reassurance. Here are three biblical principles to hold onto in difficult times:Hardships are opportunities to grow in your faith.Joy and peace are not dependent on your circumstances.Your struggles have a purpose.Hardships Can Strengthen Your FaithThe book of James opens with a powerful challenge:"Consider it pure joy…whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance." – James 1:2-3At first glance, this perspective on financial struggles might seem counterintuitive. Why would we consider trials to be beneficial? James isn't saying that we should enjoy hardship itself but that through trials, God is shaping us into the people He wants us to be.James was writing to believers far from home, discouraged, and facing persecution—challenges far greater than most of us experience. Yet he reassured them:“The testing of your faith develops perseverance, and perseverance must finish its work so you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.” – James 1:3-4Like muscles that grow stronger through resistance and tearing down before being rebuilt, our faith is strengthened through trials. Financial difficulties can either weaken our faith or push us closer to God, deepening our trust in His provision.Joy and Peace Are Not Dependent on CircumstancesFinancial struggles are a part of life, but joy is an attitude that looks beyond the pain and frustration of the moment. Nehemiah 8:10 reminds us:"The joy of the Lord is our strength."This joy isn't based on how much money is in our bank account or whether our financial future is secure. Instead, it comes from knowing that our true security is in Christ.Similarly, peace isn't dependent on our financial situation. True peace is found in the assurance that nothing can separate us from God's love:“Neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” – Romans 8:39This is the kind of peace that Philippians 4:7 describes as “surpassing all understanding.” It doesn't make sense from a worldly perspective, but it is real and available to us when we place our trust in God rather than our financial stability.Does God Want Me to Be Happy?A common question people ask during financial hardship is, “Doesn't God want me to be happy?” The assumption is that if God is loving, He would protect us from circumstances that cause discomfort or pain. However, this is a misunderstanding of God's character.God is not a cosmic Santa Claus who gives us everything we want to make life easy. Instead, He offers us something far greater—Himself. He created us for a relationship with Him, and true fulfillment is found when He is our greatest treasure.“Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory.” – Romans 8:17Happiness is fleeting, tied to external circumstances like economic trends, financial stability, and shifting emotions. But joy in Christ is constant, anchored in God's unchanging character. We can navigate any financial challenge with peace because He is always good, just, and loving.Your Struggles Have a PurposeNo trial is without meaning. God may allow financial struggles for several reasons:To strengthen our faith and deepen our dependence on Him. To reveal His love and provision as we trust Him. To redirect us when we've drifted off course.Romans 8:28 gives us a powerful promise:“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”Even in financial hardships, God is at work. He is refining us, drawing us closer to Him, and shaping us into the people He created us to be.Understanding these biblical truths can transform the way we approach financial challenges. When we recognize that hardships grow our faith, that joy and peace come from God rather than our circumstances, and that our struggles have a purpose, we can face uncertain times with confidence.No matter what financial difficulty you are facing today, remember this: God is with you, working all things together for your good. Trust in Him, and He will lead you to true joy and peace.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I'm helping a friend with about $4,000 in payday loan debt. Can Christian Credit Counselors help him get out of this debt?I'm 70 and approaching retirement. A well-known investment firm, Fisher, has offered to manage my IRA. I've always self-managed it and am a bit conservative. They say they can nearly double my 18% return, but I'm concerned about losing control. What's your advice?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly PublicationThe Treasure Principle, Revised and Updated: Unlocking the Secret of Joyful Giving by Randy AlcornChristian Credit CounselorsLook 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. 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Today, Carla opens up about the challenges she's been facing as 2025 begins, sharing personal struggles including battling a persistent lung infection and navigating the complexities of ending a difficult relationship.  Through these trials, Carla discusses her journey of wrestling with God, seeking growth, and fixing her eyes on Jesus. This episode is a candid exploration of faith, resilience, and the power of focusing on God's character amidst life's storms.  Join Carla as she encourages listeners to trust in God's unwavering presence. Remember, we're all on this journey together. Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with honesty and hope. Did you know that Carla is a Christian Mental Health coach? See if working with her is what you need in your current season.  Book a discovery call today! GET YOUR FREE RENEWING YOUR MIND WORKBOOK HERE Connect With Carla: Book a Discovery call with me https://calendly.com/cmsarges/discoverycall  Come hangout on IG with me @carla.arges Check out my blog and more at www.carlaarges.com   Resources: 5 Steps to Building Resiliency Rahab Bible Study Guide 5 Tips for Overcoming a Negative Body Image Who You Say I Am Biblical Affirmation Cards

6x Giants Gold Glove winning first baseman JT Snow joins Papa & Silver to preach patience on Bryce Eldridge, discuss the difficulties of switch hitting, and voice his optimism for the way the Giants culture is heading in 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Given the challenges that our dialysis patients face, how can we as providers stay sharp with the latest access techniques to help ensure the best possible outcomes? Dr. Omar Davis (interventional nephrologist) and Dr. Ari Kramer (general surgeon) join host Dr. Chris Beck to discuss advanced approaches to AV access and share their experiences with the FLEX Vessel Prep device. --- This podcast is supported by: VentureMed FLEX Vessel Prep https://www.venturemedgroup.com/ --- SYNPOSIS The doctors begin by describing how they create dialysis access and what they account for during the procedure. They then focus on the role of the FLEX VP system, its benefits, and how they use it in practice, touching on the latest clinical data. Dr. Kramer and Dr. Davis also stress the importance of mental health in dialysis care and share ways that we can better support our patients through difficult diagnoses and treatments. In fact, one of their patients, Fred Hill, authored the book “Dialysis Is Not Your Life,” which offers a unique perspective for patients feeling overburdened by dialysis, and the healthcare providers who treat them. The episode concludes with case presentations and practical guidance on when to use the FLEX Vessel Prep system. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 07:00 - AV Access and Procedures 10:58 - Case Walkthrough 14:19 - Balloon Angioplasty and IVUS 24:43 - Flex VP Device and Vessel Prep 35:03 - Algorithm and Reimbursement Challenges 39:51 - Device Usage and Techniques 46:58 - Clinical Data and Outcomes 01:01:59 - Case Studies --- RESOURCES Fred Hill, “Dialysis Is Not Your Life” Founder and Author: https://www.dialysisisnotyourlife.com/meet-founder.php “Dialysis Is Not Your Life” Book: https://www.amazon.com/DIALYSIS-NOT-YOUR-LIFE-Redefine/dp/B09L4XGGNX Novel Device Prior to Balloon Angioplasty for Dysfunctional Arteriovenous Access: Analysis of a Real-World Registry by Race and Sex Cohorts: https://www.openaccessjournals.com/articles/novel-device-prior-to-balloon-angioplasty-for-dysfunctional-arteriovenousaccess-analysis-of-a-realworld-registry-by-race-and-sex-16852.html FLEX Vessel Prep 12 Month AV Registry Data and 12 Month Belong PAD Data Shows Benefit to Micro-incisions Before Balloon or DCB Treatment: https://www.venturemedgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/VEITH-Data-FINAL.pdf Angioplasty with novel, easy-to-use, bladed Flex Vessel Prep system “could replace standard of care”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRpkrURx1mc Surgical AVF Articles Atlas Condensed - sAVF Overview - Creation Maturation and Difficulties: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1f26FT65s03oZjjeZhBVy8auz0h8PTNvX3CWU5Xi_H5c/edit?usp=share_link Surgical AVF Articles Asif A, Early Arteriovenous fistula failure: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zZEWgxsdBM4MKCQFjw0U04ra_hB9Ey_N/view?usp=share_link Surgical AVF Articles Asif A - Best Vascular Access in the Elderly - Time for Innovation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IpH-KnZyfN5Rqm_kxLnERnEJD6vcjAO8/view?usp=sharing Surgical AVF Articles EV Today - Managing Cephalic Arch Stenosis: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17yVd2M706YCtX-xTK6teesgZqzVIgUoN/view?usp=share_link VentureMed 2024 FLEX Vessel Prep System Reimbursement Guide: https://www.venturemedgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MMA-CTO-15690_FlexVesselPrepSystem-BillingGuide_Lv6-003.pdf BackTable VI Podcast Episode #139 - AV Fistula & Graft Maintenance with Dr. Ari Kramer: https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/podcasts/139/av-fistula-graft-maintenance BackTable VI Podcast Episode #292 - Dialysis Interventions with Drug-Coated Balloons, Covered Stents and More with Dr. Ari Kramer: https://www.backtable.com/shows/vi/podcasts/292/dialysis-interventions-with-drug-coated-balloons-covered-stents-more

In this episode of 'Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage,' Erin and Greg Smalley dive into various aspects of marital life, from the joys of music and family bonding to the dynamics of handling disagreements and difficult seasons. Their guests, Rebecca St. James and her husband Cubbie Fink, provide insights from their book 'Lasting Ever,' reflecting on their personal struggles and the therapeutic journey of writing their life story. They emphasize humility, vulnerability, and the power of conflict resolution in strengthening marital bonds. Click here to receive the book Lasting Ever for a gift of any amount! Call Focus on the Family at 1(855) 771-4357, or click here, to receive free counseling consultation. Donate Now! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Hebrews was written to people who have been shaken by life. Difficulties and sufferings have shaken them to the core.  The writer is trying to help them find ways to face the brutal realities of life, to stand solid when everything around them is falling apart. In Hebrews 12, we have the climax. The writer pulls together all of the threads and says, “In an unstable world, here is how you can live an unshakeable life.” This passage depicts 1) the shakable life, 2) the unshakeable life, and 3) how to receive that unshakeable life. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on April 17, 2005. Series: Christ: Our Treasury (The Book of Hebrews). Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-29. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.