Podcasts about discomfort

Are you an overachieving director, VP, or senior AE burning the candle at both ends because you're forcing a cookie-cutter side business that doesn't fit your background?   In this highly strategic solo episode, host Billy Keels breaks down why choosing the wrong side venture model leads to intense overwhelm, wasted energy, and a loss of your most critical asset—your time. Drawing from his 26-year corporate career managing $100M EMEA operations for a legacy German enterprise software titan, Billy shares how he built a side asset engine generating $212,000+ per year in additional revenue. Discover how to analyze your current resources using the high-level "invest or build" framework, calculate your exact optionality number down to the decimal place, and trade the limiting fear of failure for a powerful mindset shift: What if it actually works?  

I sit down with author Michael Easter to explore how modern life's endless comforts and technological conveniences are quietly making us weaker. We discuss how intentionally embracing short-term discomfort, getting out into nature, and finding our personal edge can build deep psychological resilience. Michael breaks down the concept of a "misogi"—a massive annual challenge with a 50-50 chance of success—and shares how stepping out of our comfort zones transforms our perspective on daily stress. We also dive into his personal journey with sobriety, the psychology behind low-friction distractions, and why cultivating intentional solitude is essential today.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Introduction to Michael Easter00:49 - The Problem with Modern Comfort02:56 - How Technology Removes Effort05:07 - Reframing Overwhelm Through Hard Challenges08:59 - Psychological Shifts After a Month in the Arctic13:49 - Becoming a Two-Percenter: Choosing the Stairs19:42 - Sobriety, Discomfort, and Long-Term Gains28:49 - Low-Friction Activities and Slot Machine Architecture34:08 - Building Resilience via Nature, Silence, and Boredom39:44 - Upbringing, Adaptability, and Embracing Your Quirks45:02 - Defining Misogi: The 50-50 Rule50:46 - Moving Toward Your Psychological Edge55:23 - Practical Micro-Habits for Daily Discomfort58:38 - Distinguishing Solitude from Isolation01:06:29 - Closing Thoughts and Resources***Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worthPick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don't know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they're looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | SpotifyFor more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

In The Book of Mormon, Alma teaches that those who want to more fully follow Christ need to be willing to 'mourn with those that mourn'. I believe many of us are good at seeing people who are mourning, our hearts are pricked and we desire to reach out, and often do, and then we get stuck. How do we create a safe space for the other person to mourn and struggle without being dismissive, judgmental, or a fixer? How do we really mourn with them? This podcast will not only help create awareness around your go-to behaviors that may not be so helpful, but you will also learn some tools to use that will truly allow you to 'mourn with those that mourn.' Thanks for listening!  Want to learn more about this concept?  Check out these podcasts: #5 Learning to Listen on Apple on Spotify #92 Clean Love on Apple on Spotify #149 The Importance of Discomfort  on Apple  on Spotify #215 Being Seen and Being Heard on Apple on Spotify #221 How to Handle Your Friend's Divorce on Apple on Spotify #236 None of Your Business on Apple on Spotify #244 The Relationship Circle on Apple on Spotify #258 Communication That Connects on Apple on Spotify #272 Stay In Your Lane on Apple on Spotify #284 Why Vulnerability Matters on Apple on Spotify #289 Why Our Relationships Needs Validation on Apple on Spotify #346 How to Stop Reacting and Start Responding on Apple on Spotify #357 How to Be More Understanding on Apple on Spotify #402: A Better Way to Validate on Apple on Spotify Are you curious about what it would be like to work with me? Here are three options: Group coaching classes are available at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Talk with Tanya is a free monthly webinar where you can ask me anything and we can have a great discussion.  You can sign up for that at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Interested in one-on-one coaching and a free 90-minute coaching/consult with me?  Access my calendar at: https://tanyahalecalendar.as.me/  

Feeling resistance? Discomfort? Fear? Good.WELCOME TO THE ARENA.The resistance, distraction, fear, and doubt showing up might not mean you're off track. What if they're evidence that you finally moved?You don't meet the edges of yourself by staying comfortable. You meet them by getting in the game.Maybe nothing has gone wrong. Maybe this is what going for it feels like ;) Let's play.CONNECT + SAY HI:IG: @betterthanyourbestfriend @dananotdaynaTT: @betterthanyourbestfriend

In this episode Gina offers listeners a series of questions they can ask themselves and suggestions they can implement during their experience of the discomfort associated with anxiety and panic.Turning to face the discomfort we are presented with during high anxiety moments can offer us the opportunity we are seeking to overcome the discomfort.Questions to ask oneself:What if there were more beyond that?What if distracting was keeping us in the loop and holding us back from the joy in life?What if chasing the desire to make the discomfort stop is actually keeping the pain and discomfort alive?What if the joy was in going through vs giving in to distraction and running away from discomfort?What if what we are looking for is in the opening of moving through the discomfort of what we think should be different than it is?Suggestions to implement:1.Slow down2.Get to neutral and be curious about the situation (take the personalization out of it ...look at it as if you were a researcher without an agenda)3.Remind yourself why you want to get to the other side of this situation and that it is joy that is found from going through the urge to fight flee or freeze when it is discomfort that you are dealing with not true danger.Stillpoint Fridays is my once-a-week Friday note — a slower, more personal reflection that's different from what I share on the podcast.If you'd like a quiet place to land as the week winds down, you can join here: http://eepurl.com/bR2F9P or on our website anxietycoachespodcast.com and sign up for the newsletter.Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our community Group Coaching Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program1:1 Coaching Learn more about our One-on-One CoachingIf you prefer to listen AD-FREE, try our Supercast premium access membership:Learn more about anxiety What is anxiety?Free Guided Meditation for Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for AnxietyQuote:A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor. -Franklin D. RooseveltChapters0:28 Joy Beyond Discomfort2:58 Discomfort Isn't Dangerous5:50 Breaking the Anxiety Cycle9:58 Growth Through Grief12:26 Three Ways to Stay Aware16:46 Reflection Questions for HealingSummaryIn this episode, we reflect on reaching episode 400 and nearing 4 million downloads, and we thank listeners for sharing the show and sending feedback. We also note that people do not need a diagnosis to benefit from the discussion, since we all experience stress and discomfort in life.We focus on the idea of finding joy beyond discomfort. We repeat that discomfort is not dangerous, and we discuss the importance of letting that understanding move beyond logic and into the body. We explore the idea that distraction can keep us stuck in anxiety cycles, while going through the feeling can lead to freedom, peace, and joy.We distinguish between smaller fears that are easier to avoid and larger life events that cannot be avoided, such as loss, accident, or ending. We suggest experimenting with the smaller situations by choosing the opposite of the usual avoidance response and approaching them with curiosity and a sense of adventure.We then offer three practical suggestions: slow down, get to neutral and stay curious, and remind ourselves why we want to move through the situation. We emphasize noticing when we have gone back to old patterns without judgment, resetting, and trying again.We close by returning to the main questions about what lies beyond discomfort and how moving through it can open the way to what we are looking for.#Anxiety #AnxietyRelief #PanicAttacks #MentalHealth #EmotionalWellness #FindingJoy #Discomfort #CopingMechanisms #SelfImprovement #PersonalGrowth #Mindfulness #JournalPrompts #SelfCare #StressManagement #Vulnerability #OvercomingFear #MindsetShift #HealingJourney #SelfAwareness #Resilience #Podcast #AnxietyCoachesPodcast #Episode400 #Milestone #4MillionDownloads #Gratitude #CommunitySupport #Awareness #Presence #Acceptance #FeelYourFeelings #EmotionalRegulation #InnerStrength #PersonalTransformation #MentalClarity #SlowDown #BeCurious #NonJudgment #EmotionalFreedom #LifeLessons #Quotes #FranklinDRoosevelt #Aloha #Peace #WellBeing #MentalHealthAwareness #StressRelief #SelfReflection #Journaling #SelfDiscovery #GinaRyanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Self-care podcast exploring Why We Resist or Fear What's Uncomfortable, Why We Confuse Discomfort with Danger & Working Toward What's Healthy VS Comfortable TOPICS:: ** Why We Resist or Fear What's Uncomfortable (10:40). ** Why We Confuse Discomfort with Danger (18:15). ** Working Toward What's Healthy VS Comfortable (24:52).   NOTES:: Show notes: amberapproved.ca/podcast/689 Leave me a review at amberapproved.ca/review Email me at info@amberapproved.ca   Health Practitioners sign up for the Body Freedom Certification Waitlist: https://amber-romaniuk.mykajabi.com/body-freedom-certification-waitlist      Take the NEW Free Hormone Imbalance Quiz here: https://amberapproved.ca/hormone-imbalance-quiz    Subscribe to newsletter: https://amber-romaniuk.mykajabi.com/newsletter-sign-up    SHOW LINKS: Click below to schedule a 30 minute Complimentary Body Freedom Consultation https://amberapproved.ca/body-freedom-consultation/  Take my free Emotional Eating Quiz here: http://amberapproved.ca/emotional-eating-quiz Listen to Episode 668 about what it's like to work with me here: https://amberapproved.ca/podcast/668  Follow me on Instagram www.instagram.com/amberromaniuk Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@amberromaniuk/    MY PARTNERS: Designs For Health Blood Sugar Bundle! One of the hardest parts of overcoming my emotional eating was the INSANE SUGAR and carb cravings. It was the intense sugar and carb cravings. That's why I created my Blood Sugar Bundle with Designs for Health to support your body while you work on emotional eating and breaking binge patterns. It includes chromium for blood sugar balance, L-glutamine to help curb cravings fast, a high-quality probiotic for gut health, and a clean Pure Paleo protein powder to keep you full and stable. I only recommend Designs for Health to my clients because they are third-party tested, family-owned, and use the highest quality ingredients. Quality matters when it comes to truly supporting your body and getting results. Get 30% off The Blood Sugar Bundle in USA and Canada automatically applied at checkout below! Canada Blood Sugar Bundle here for 30% off!  USA Blood Sugar Bundle here for 30% off! You can also get 30% off any Designs for Health supplements anytime, it's my gift to you. Canada: www.designsforhealth.ca  (code AMBER30) USA: www.designsforhealth.com (code AMBER88)   MY PARTNERS: HERBAL FACE FOOD Stubborn eczema, red spots, aging spots, or acne on your face, chest, arms, or back from hormones or hard water damage? I have something SO amazing for you. Our mineral-heavy water started impacting my skin the moment we moved, and I had never experienced eczema or skin issues in my life. Hard water can strip natural oils, disrupt the microbiome, and weaken the skin barrier — leaving you inflamed, reactive, and stuck in flare-ups. That's exactly what happened to my neck, and within almost two weeks of using Herbal Face Food, my eczema is almost gone. This stuff is legit — and I only share my favorite things that actually work. Their formulas are made with ultra-potent, organic, whole-plant botanicals rich in antioxidants, polyphenols, and phytonutrients that calm inflammation, rebuild the skin barrier, and fight visible signs of aging instead of masking symptoms. The Cure is their most targeted antioxidant treatment designed to visibly improve stubborn concerns like eczema, melasma, rosacea, scarring, sun damage, and deeper signs of aging. The Cream is a deeply hydrating, ultra-potent botanical moisturizer that firms, smooths, strengthens the skin barrier, and helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles. The Soap gently cleanses without stripping, using powerful plant concentrates to protect, nourish, and support healthy, youthful-looking skin on both the face and body. If your skin has been struggling from hormones, environmental stress, hard water damage, or premature aging, I'm sharing exactly what I'm using and why it's working. Shop through my link in the show notes or visit https://herbalfacefood.com/?ref=AMBER88 and use code AMBER88 at checkout for 30% off your entire order.

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – Have we made it a normal practice for grown adults to carry around stuffed animals for comfort? If students are not given the opportunity to be courageous in the face of struggles, progress will be nonexistent in their lives. They will expect everything to be handed to them, and be sorely disappointed when they come to realize we live in...

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Ryan Pineda and Brian Davila hosted brain coach Jim Kwik to break down practical strategies for improving memory, focus, motivation, learning, and brain health while using AI and technology without losing the skills that make us human.⁣⁣Connect with Jim - ⁣https://www.instagram.com/jimkwik/⁣https://www.youtube.com/@JimKwik⁣Buy his book here - https://limitlessdaily.com/⁣__________⁣If you'd like my team to run your marketing & sales department to scale your business apply here https://www.pinedapartners.com⁣⁣Join our private mastermind for elite business leaders who golf. https://www.mastermind19.com⁣⁣Want to be featured on the Wealthy Way Podcast? Apply here https://www.wealthyway.com⁣⁣If you want to start your real estate investing business, we'll give you 1:1 coaching, seller leads, software, & everything you need. https://www.wealthyinvestor.com⁣⁣Tired of paying so much in taxes every year? We'll give you strategy, tax prep, and accounting all in one place. https://www.taylor-tax.com⁣⁣Join free Bible studies and workshops for Christian business leaders. https://www.tentmakers.us⁣__________⁣Chapters: ⁣00:00 - President Clinton Memory Story⁣00:19 - AI Study & Motivation Formula⁣00:41 - Jim Kwik's Origin Story⁣15:01 - Meeting President Clinton⁣16:24 - How to Remember Names⁣24:48 - Brain Types & Parenting⁣30:03 - Reading vs. Listening⁣31:44 - Create, Consume, Clear⁣35:00 - Mind Before Media⁣45:03 - Taking Personal Agency⁣46:39 - Designing Better Habits⁣47:21 - Questions, Focus & Discomfort⁣1:00:06 - Emotional Control & Presence⁣1:01:16 - Courage & Regret⁣1:10:01 - Identity & Taking Action⁣1:15:06 - Faith, Prayer & Gratitude⁣1:19:18 - Human Intelligence vs. AI⁣1:24:45 - Focus & Procrastination⁣1:30:09 - Brain Health Basics⁣1:31:20 - Small Simple Steps⁣1:36:18 - Put It Into Action

About the Guest Cybele Negris is the CEO and Co-Founder of Webnames.ca, Canada's original dot-CA registrar and a provider of hundreds of domain extensions, web hosting, email, security products, and other online solutions. A serial entrepreneur, seasoned board member, speaker, mentor, and columnist, she has grown Webnames into a multi-million-dollar company serving some of the country's largest corporations, governments, law firms, and global Fortune 500 brands. A Hall of Fame inductee of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women and a nine-time winner of the PROFIT W100, Cybele serves as Vice-Chair of the Board of the Royal Canadian Mint and sits on the boards of BCAA and AGF Management, among many others. She is a columnist for Business in Vancouver, a sought-after speaker at events including TEDx, and a passionate mentor. She is also a second-generation Dale Carnegie graduate, part of a family legacy that now spans three generations of graduates. What You Will Learn Why “feeling the fear and doing it anyway” is the key to growth How to recognize and move past imposter syndrome Why authentic, vulnerable leadership builds deeper connection How empowering smart people, rather than commanding them, creates stronger teams The power of mentorship, for both the mentor and the mentee How to turn adversity into a competitive advantage Join us for this episode of the Take Command Podcast as Cybele Negris shares how courage, authenticity, and humility can transform the way we lead and live. Whether you are building a business, wrestling with your own self-doubt, or learning to step outside your comfort zone, this conversation offers honest, practical lessons for leading with resilience in an ever-changing world. Please rate and review this Episode!We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

She couldn't afford a passport, so she sold chocolates until she could. Now, Helo has traveled to 76+ countries—and somehow keeps finding herself in the middle of a good story.She plans obsessively, gets lost on purpose, talks to strangers, and actively chases the things that make her uncomfortable. This is about what happens when you stop waiting for life to get easier and start putting yourself in places where something can actually happen.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/globetrotters-podcast--5023679/support.

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. Whatever you've been carrying today, you don't have to hold it through the night. This compassionate sleep meditation creates space for emotional healing, gentle release, and deep relaxation before sleep. Perfect for emotional wellness, anxiety relief, grief support, and peaceful rest. Love,

Sometimes we know we're ready for something different, but we don't realise that creating a new life means allowing the foundations of the old one to shift. Just like tectonic plates moving beneath the earth, some of the biggest changes in our lives happen slowly, quietly and beneath the surface before everything eventually begins to look different. In this episode, I explore why transformation can feel uncomfortable, why we sometimes have to let old identities, relationships and ways of living shift, and why the disruption might actually be evidence that we're becoming who we're meant to be.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Growth requires movement. We can't create a new chapter while staying completely attached to the structures, identities and patterns that belonged to our old one. Discomfort doesn't always mean something is wrong. Sometimes the uncertainty, tension and disruption we experience are simply signs that we're being stretched beyond who we've been. Transformation often happens beneath the surface first. Just because you can't see the change yet doesn't mean nothing is happening. Trust the shifts that are taking place within you and allow them to create space for what's next.   HOST BIO I'm Summer, Since the age of eleven, I have been captivated by the question of what it truly means to live well. That curiosity led me deep into the worlds of self-development, spirituality, psychology, philosophy, and human potential, always searching for a deeper understanding of life and the human experience. Like everyone else, I am still learning. Still evolving. Still discovering. But along the way, I have encountered ideas, perspectives, and principles that have profoundly shaped the way I see the world and navigate my own journey. Inner Wealth was born from that exploration. It is a space where I share the most meaningful insights, lessons, and truths I have uncovered, with the intention of helping others think more deeply, live more consciously, and create a life of greater fulfilment, purpose, and prosperity. At the core of everything I do is a simple intention: to contribute something meaningful and leave people a little wiser. Ultimately, my purpose is to be of service to humanity.   CONTACT ME Follow me on Instagram for more insights and to stay up to date with the pod @thesummerkang This podcast was brought to you by Frankly Podcasting.

What happens when a journalist who hates the cold decides to spend three years immersing himself in one of the most extreme athletic subcultures on Earth? In this fascinating conversation, Darin sits down with award-winning journalist and author Chris Ballard to explore the world behind his book The Plunge. After a hip replacement at just 42 forced Chris to rethink his identity as an athlete, cold water initially became a tool for recovery. But curiosity eventually pulled him much deeper, from cold showers and plunges to competitive ice swimming in water below 41°F and ultimately representing the United States at the Ice Swimming World Championships. Together, Darin and Chris separate cold exposure hype from reality, explore what actually happens to the body in freezing water, and reveal why the greatest benefits Chris discovered weren't necessarily physical. They dive into resilience, emotional regulation, mental health, community, our increasingly comfortable modern lives, and why voluntarily doing difficult things may provide something many of us desperately need. What You'll Learn How a hip replacement at 42 led Chris into the world of cold exposure What officially qualifies as ice swimming and why 41°F is the threshold Which popular cold plunge benefits may be overhyped Why community became the most surprising theme of Chris's research How body composition and genetics influence cold tolerance The real dangers of extreme cold and the 1-10-1 survival rule How repeated cold exposure may train emotional regulation and resilience Why cultures in Finland and Denmark treat cold exposure completely differently than Americans How cold swimming has helped some people navigate grief, depression, and isolation Why deliberately doing hard things may matter more than ever in a world built around convenience Chapters 00:00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife 00:00:33 – Sponsor: Alkemis 00:03:24 – Introducing Chris Ballard and the world of cold water swimming 00:04:29 – The hip replacement that changed Chris's life at 42 00:05:40 – How NBA recovery techniques led him to cold exposure 00:07:34 – Going from cold plunges to competitive ice swimming 00:09:40 – Inside the extreme subculture of swimming below 41°F 00:11:01 – The challenge that convinced Chris to compete himself 00:12:17 – Ice swimming and the original spirit of the Winter Olympics 00:13:21 – How to safely begin training for cold exposure 00:15:14 – What officially qualifies as ice swimming? 00:16:20 – Separating cold plunge science from hype 00:17:15 – The most surprising benefit wasn't physical 00:18:05 – Why cold swimming creates such powerful community 00:19:29 – Cold exposure, loneliness, and human connection 00:20:45 – Sponsor: Shakeology 00:22:33 – Why actually getting in the water changed Chris's reporting 00:23:47 – The surprising body type advantage in cold water 00:25:19 – Grandmothers, elite athletes, and the mental side of ice swimming 00:26:09 – When cold water becomes genuinely dangerous 00:27:02 – The 1-10-1 rule for surviving cold water 00:29:41 – Chris attempts an ice kilometer 00:30:28 – Has modern comfort made us weaker? 00:32:19 – Why Finland laughs at America's cold plunge protocols 00:33:36 – The cold plunge benefits that may be overhyped 00:35:51 – Can you train your body to generate heat? 00:36:51 – Anticipatory thermogenesis and extreme cold adaptation 00:38:12 – How three years of cold exposure changed Chris's body 00:39:44 – Training emotional regulation through voluntary discomfort 00:40:48 – Building resilience one difficult moment at a time 00:42:02 – Why modern life is starving us of accomplishment 00:44:13 – AI, shortcuts, and why difficult work still matters 00:46:30 – Why Chris believes experiential storytelling can't be replaced 00:48:55 – The extraordinary people Chris discovered while writing The Plunge 00:49:57 – Cold water, grief, and finding a reason to keep moving 00:50:52 – How cold swimming became a mental health lifeline 00:52:09 – A global community united by challenge 00:53:51 – What Chris's cold exposure routine looks like today 00:54:27 – Why swimming may be the perfect lifelong sport 00:55:05 – Making the U.S. Ice Swimming National Team 00:56:05 – Could ice swimming become an Olympic sport? 00:57:17 – Why swimming through freezing water feels completely different 00:58:01 – Cold water forces you completely into the present moment 00:58:29 – Cold swimming, men's mental health, and escaping your thoughts 00:59:13 – What's next for Chris Ballard 00:59:35 – Accomplishment versus scrolling 01:00:00 – Final thoughts and making cold exposure accessible Thank You to Our Sponsors Alkemis: Go to https://alkemispaint.com/ and use code DARIN10 for 10% off your order. Shakeology: Get 15% off with code DARINO1BODI at Shakeology.com. Join the SuperLife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien Find More from Chris Ballard Website: chrisballardwritings.com Instagram: @chrisballard33 Check Out His New Book: The Plunge Find More from Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness Key Takeaway "In a world engineered to remove discomfort, voluntarily doing something difficult can give us back something we've lost. Cold water forces you into the present moment, gives you something tangible to overcome, and when you do it alongside other people, that discomfort can become resilience, accomplishment, and genuine human connection."

SUMMARY In this episode of Whistlekick Martial Arts Radio, Jeremy and Andrew explore why many martial artists stop growing after a certain point. They discuss the importance of continuous training, overcoming plateaus, and how instructors can facilitate ongoing development for students at all levels. TAKEAWAYS Martial artists stop growing after reaching a certain level. Ego and autopilot can result in training stagnation. Instructors need to facilitate student growth. Discomfort and challenge in progress is important. One should use problem-solving and challenges to enhance skills. There is always more to learn. Role models and peer training can be a significant part of the process. It is important to keep motivation and avoid complacency. Join our EXCLUSIVE newsletter to get notified of each episode as it comes out! Subscribe — whistlekick Martial Arts Radio

Growth rarely feels comfortable—especially when your business is deeply connected to your purpose, your gifts, and your identity. In this episode of the Money Lighthouse Podcast for Spiritual Entrepreneurs, Michel explores why discomfort is such a natural part of entrepreneurship and why feeling uncertain, nervous, or stretched doesn't necessarily mean you're moving in the wrong direction.Listeners will learn how to distinguish between expansion discomfort, misalignment discomfort, and nervous system discomfort, while exploring the ways spiritual practices can sometimes unintentionally become tools for avoiding the very growth they are meant to support. Rather than pushing through fear with hustle or forcing themselves into action, spiritual entrepreneurs are invited to develop a wiser relationship with discomfort—one rooted in curiosity, discernment, self-trust, and gentle courage.Michel also shares practical and spiritual tools for moving through uncomfortable seasons of business, including taking smaller courageous steps, creating a personal “brave container,” celebrating attempts rather than outcomes, and reframing discomfort as an initiation into the next version of themselves. The invitation is simple but powerful: perhaps discomfort isn't always a stop sign. Sometimes, it is a signal that something meaningful is asking to expand.Action Steps After ListeningIdentify your current discomfort. Choose one area of your business that feels uncomfortable right now—visibility, pricing, selling, launching, technology, reaching out, or something else. Ask yourself whether this feels like expansion discomfort, misalignment discomfort, or nervous system discomfort.Take one small courageous step. Instead of trying to conquer the entire fear, make the step smaller. Send one email. Make one invitation. Raise the price on one offer. Record one video. Let your nervous system gather evidence that you can move through discomfort safely.Create your own “brave container.” Develop a simple ritual that helps you feel grounded before doing something uncomfortable. This might include prayer, meditation, journaling, lighting a candle, taking a few deep breaths, or connecting with a trusted business friend.Celebrate courage instead of measuring only results. At the end of the week, make a list of the uncomfortable things you attempted—regardless of the outcome. Begin building your own “courage library” of evidence that you are capable of growing, stretching, and showing up for your calling.Journaling PromptsWhat discomfort am I currently experiencing in my business, and what might it be trying to tell me?Is this discomfort asking me to change direction—or is it asking me to expand my capacity?If I stopped waiting to feel completely ready, what small courageous step would I take next?If you've been wondering whether the discomfort you're experiencing means you're on the wrong path, this episode may offer a different perspective.Sometimes growth doesn't arrive feeling peaceful, certain, or perfectly aligned. Sometimes it arrives with butterflies, shaky knees, unanswered questions, and an invitation to trust yourself a little more deeply.Listen to this episode of the Money Lighthouse Podcast for Spiritual Entrepreneurs and discover how to meet discomfort with greater curiosity, courage, and spiritual discernment.And if there is another spiritual entrepreneur in your life who is standing at the edge of something new—raising their prices, becoming more visible, launching an offering, or simply trying to trust themselves enough to take the next step—please share this episode with them.Sometimes the reminder we most need is this:Discomfort is not always a stop sign. Sometimes, it is the doorway to expansion.Contact:michel@moneylighthouse.com

In this episode, Jen unpacks why performative confidence always has a ceiling, and why real confidence is built through the gap between who you say you are and how you actually show up. She breaks down discomfort as a mechanism for change, why resistance is usually a sign you're right at the edge of a breakthrough, and shares her own "pile of laundry" analogy for spotting the difference between projection and the real thing. This one's all about making decisions from your future self instead of waiting for motivation to arrive, and becoming the woman on the other side of your excuses. Want to know more about 1:1 Coaching? Apply here: https://form.typeform.com/to/IZKyzd62 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenrudyfitness/ Website: https://www.beyondbodycoaching.com/

What if the fear you're feeling isn't a sign to stop, but evidence that you're standing at the edge of something incredible? In this powerful conversation, Allison sits down with transformational speaker, bestselling author, and School of Becoming founder Tracy Litt to unpack why so many high-achieving women know they're ready for more but still struggle to make the leap. Tracy explains what actually happens in your brain and nervous system when you consider doing something unfamiliar, why what we call "lack of clarity" can sometimes be fear in disguise, and how to distinguish real danger from the discomfort that comes with growth. Together, Allison and Tracy share their own experiences leaving successful corporate careers, navigating uncertainty, betting on themselves, and learning to trust the women they were becoming. They also explore why sustainable transformation isn't about eliminating fear, but learning how to create enough internal safety to move forward anyway. Tracy also introduces her Choice Method, a four-part framework designed to help women build awareness, regulate their nervous systems, make decisions from their future identity, and create lasting change. If you've been feeling the pull toward something more but keep wondering, "What if it doesn't work?" this conversation may be exactly what you need to hear. Connect with Tracy on Instagram @thetracylitt and access the Choice Method here. Positioned for Partnerships™ Mini Course - Turn your platform into a revenue-generating brand opportunity—without needing a massive following. Learn how to position your brand, create a high-converting media kit, and confidently pitch partnerships so brands instantly understand your value. 

Negative feedback can be uncomfortable, but it doesn't have to define your growth. Michelle and Chase explore how to pause before reacting, separate helpful feedback from destructive criticism, and decide whose opinions truly deserve a seat in your career journey. This is a practical, honest conversation about learning from feedback without letting it limit your Career Dreams. Got a question? Ask us! Do you have a question you'd like to hear answered on Career Dreams? You can submit an audio recording of your question to be featured on an upcoming episode!  Like it? Share it! If you're finding value in exploring your Career Dreams through this podcast, please share it with your friends, followers and colleagues! Also, your ratings and reviews help others find the show...so please, let us know what you think! You can share your Career Dreams with us anytime via email: careerdreams@forumcu.com. To learn more about making your Career Dreams come true at FORUM Credit Union, visit our website:  https://www.forumcu.com/careers Dream on!

All of our neckbeard stories playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playli... In this episode of r/NeckbeardStories we witness a draft post that makes me lose my mind. Is there a neckbeard in it? Yes. Absolutely. But he doesn't really do much. Lets hope the next Cavebeard entry moves along a lot more quickly... It doesn't matter what your background is, you always need to treat people like people and not use them simply to get off. Neckbeards seem to learn this lesson particularly slow and it really does make my blood boil... So we must bring it to light so others don't suffer alone. For your fill of neckbeard stories we've got you covered with the freshest weeaboo, niceguy, and neckbeard happenings on reddit. Stick with ReddX for your daily dose of cringe with a side-dish of relatability. You might even feel good for dessert... But who can say? ------------------------------------------------------------ #reddit #neckbeard #caveman Join me on Discord dude: https://discord.gg/Sju7YckUWu One-time PayPal donation: https://www.paypal.me/daytondo... Support this channel on Patreon: http://patreon.com/daytondoes Stalk me on the Twitter! http://www.twitter.com/daytond... Visit me over on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReddX... Got a story? I got a subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ReddX... Here's an Amazon link to my microphone: https://amzn.to/3lInsRR Wanna rock the ReddX merch? https://teespring.com/stores/r... Character animations are by: https://twitter.com/DarkleyStu... Check out my other channel: https://www.youtube.com/dayton... Wifey's channel is right over here: https://www.youtube.com/channe... ------------------------------------------------------------ Did I mention that we have playlists??: Full neckbeard story compilations: https://www.youtube.com/playli... All of our neckbeard stories: https://www.youtube.com/playli... All of our legbeard stories: https://www.youtube.com/playli... All of our RPG Horror Stories: https://www.youtube.com/playli... All of our weeaboo tales: https://www.youtube.com/playli... ------------------------------------------------------------ Podcasts can provide some ReddX on the go! Check it out! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/... Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/reddxy iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/... Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/fe... Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show/... Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podc... Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/us/show... Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podc... JioSaavn: https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows... Have you ever met a neckbeard or a nice guy? They are frustrating to deal with, but luckily you aren't alone! These r/neckbeardstories from Reddit are among the top posts of all time and include some of the funniest Reddit stories ever posted on the neckbeard stories subreddit! rSlash NeckbeardStories have all kinds of funny neckbeards in them, but especially the nice guy. And the weeaboo. There is a wide spectrum of neckbeards, and this is but a small slice of it. Listening to ReddX's neckbeard stories playlist is a great experience! These neckbeard stories Top Posts of All Time from Reddit are made for you to enjoy any time you feel like it, so be sure to save my rSlash neckbeard stories playlist! Some of the top rSlash entitled parents channels I recommend checking out are the original rSlash, Redditor, fresh, r/Bumfries, VoiceyHere, Mr Reddit, Storytime and Darkfluff. These Reddit story channels inspired me to start my own Reddit story channel, with a focus on Entitled Parents stories and at times going into the r/pettyrevenge and r/choosingbeggars subreddit as well. Because most of my audience prefers Entitled Parents stories of Reddit, I tend to just stick with reading the r/EntitleParents Top Posts of All Time. But I also enjoy getting up close and personal with neckbeards and weeaboos from time to time. Subscribe to ReddX for the freshest daily Reddit content. I post relatable readings of Reddit posts and Reddit stories every single day! Journey with me as I relate these amazing Reddit stories to my personal life journey. I'm greatly inspired by the top reddit posts of all time videos and reddit stories on YouTube which is why I started doing them myself. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channe... Discord: https://discord.gg/Sju7YckUWu Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/daytondo... PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/daytondo... Patreon: http://patreon.com/daytondoes Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/daytond... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReddX... Merch: https://reddx-shop.fourthwall....

Welcome to another insightful episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan is joined by Anthony Reeves, Vice President of Global Brand and Creative at Kohler and former Amazon internal agency leader, to explore the vital—but often neglected—topic of embracing discomfort and making tough decisions as an agency leader. Drawing on lessons from his book, "Eat the Donkey: Why Great Companies Embrace Discomfort," Anthony Reeves reveals how formative experiences in the Australian Outback shaped his philosophy on leadership and organizational resilience. Together, Drew McLellan and Anthony Reeves dig into the importance of organizational foundations, management principles, and company characteristics, offering a fresh perspective on why these matter more than the traditional mission, vision, and values statements. Anthony Reeves explains how agencies can distinguish themselves by being exceptional at one core thing, and how principles should function as decision-making tools at every level of the company, especially when leaders aren't in the room. You'll also hear guidance on how agencies can strike a balance between being in an "explorer" mode versus a "static" mode, especially in today's rapidly evolving marketplace where AI and remote work are upending old ways of doing business. The discussion goes beyond theory, with practical advice on making, communicating, and living with hard decisions, plus candid reflections on creating a sense of belonging and protecting one's personal and professional foundation. Whether you're wrestling with your agency's direction, building a culture of accountability, or looking for inspiration to navigate change, this episode is packed with wisdom and actionable strategies. By the end, you'll be ready to rethink not just how your agency operates, but how you lead and the legacy you want to create. A big thank you to our podcast's presenting sponsor, White Label IQ. They're an amazing resource for agencies who want to outsource their design, dev, or PPC work at wholesale prices. Check out their special offer (10 free hours!) for podcast listeners here. What You Will Learn in This Episode: Embracing discomfort as a catalyst for agency growth Defining clear foundations, principles, and characteristics for your agency The value of making hard decisions rooted in your agency's core foundation Why agencies should focus on being exceptional at one thing rather than doing everything Translating principles into daily behaviors and decision-making at every level Balancing exploration and optimization to stay relevant and innovative Reinvigorating culture, connection, and mentorship in a remote or hybrid workplace

Did you know that no matter what you do, you're always choosing between two types of discomfort? In this episode, recorded straight from my car before work, I'm sharing the idea that went viral on LinkedIn — and the client story behind it that led to a $150K job offer during the pandemic. If you've ever felt secretly relieved when an interview got cancelled, or found yourself going back to school instead of figuring out why the interviews aren't working, this episode is going to hit closer to home than you'd expect. Tune in to find out which type of discomfort you're currently choosing — and what it's costing you. Get full show notes and more information here: https://nataliefisher.ca/ep298Offer Accepted: https://www.asknataliefisher.com/offers/4T4Dq7KP/checkout

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Send us Fan MailAaron, Trent, and Peaches get into one of the biggest questions future service members keep asking: should you still join the military if you do not like the current political climate, the administration, or where the country seems to be headed?The short version: if politics are enough to stop you from serving, maybe you were looking for a reason not to join anyway.The team breaks down what it actually means to serve under presidents, commanders, senior enlisted leaders, and policies you may not personally agree with. They talk about swearing an oath to the Constitution, not a political party, and why the military forces you to work with people from every possible background, belief system, and worldview.They also get into why military service can change your perspective on America, what you learn from seeing the rest of the world, why Americans have a unique willingness to go get their people, and why discomfort, shared hardship, and serving something bigger than yourself still matter.The episode wraps with a strong shoutout to Jarred Taylor, his impact on the military content space, and his book Deep Scythe — a fictional but highly relevant look at fifth-generation warfare, innovation, and the future fight.Chapters:00:00 - Intro, Partners, and Outside The Wire07:08 - Should Politics Stop You From Joining?09:01 - Excuses, Fear, and the Word “But”10:59 - Serving Under Leaders You Disagree With13:47 - Working With People Who See the World Differently16:01 - Online Opinions vs. Actually Doing Something17:38 - Your Oath Is to the Constitution21:31 - How to Get Past the Politics23:40 - Skills, Benefits, and the Military Friend Network25:42 - Discomfort, Growth, and Finding Out Who You Are27:48 - Maybe the Military Is Exactly What You Need31:52 - Saying True Things Gets Pushback34:41 - Testing Your Beliefs in the Real World36:40 - Humanitarian Work and Seeing America Differently39:29 - Aaron's Africa Story and Real Perspective43:08 - Americans Go Get Their People47:42 - Politics Should Not Override Service49:53 - Jessica Lynch and the American Rescue Mentality52:19 - Partner Forces, Courage, and Cowardice57:36 - Final Word on Serving Anyway58:44 - Jarred Taylor and Deep Scythe01:03:02 - How JT Helped Ones Ready01:05:45 - Membership and Outside The Wire01:07:35 - Wrap-UpSupport the showJoin this channel to get access to perks: HEREBuzzsprout Subscription page:  HERERegister for our Operator Training Summit:  OperatorTrainingSummit.comFind an Air Force Recruiter: AirForce.comCollabs:Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code:  ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code):  ATACLeteDanger Close Apparel - Promo Code:  ONESREADYDFND Apparel...

This episode is a replay from The Existential Stoic library. Enjoy! Does it seem like the world couldn't be any worse than it is now? Do you think things were better in the past? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss whether life is harder now than it was in the past.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 

Fundraising is filled with uncertainty, vulnerability, and moments of discomfort—but what happens when those feelings start driving our decisions? In this episode of What The Fundraising, Mallory Erickson dives into the hidden ways fundraisers respond to discomfort and how those stress responses can unintentionally derail fundraising success. Drawing from her executive coaching work and research on fundraiser behavior, Mallory explores how flight and freeze responses show up in everyday fundraising activities. From avoiding donor conversations to endlessly perfecting reports and strategies, these patterns can keep fundraisers stuck in cycles of busy work, scattered action, and missed opportunities. Listeners will learn how to recognize when stress is influencing their fundraising decisions and how to build the capacity to sit with uncertainty, have deeper donor conversations, and take the actions that truly move their organizations forward. In this episode, you will be able to: Recognize how discomfort impacts fundraising decisions. Understand the connection between stress responses and fundraising behaviors. Identify when busy work is replacing meaningful fundraising action. Learn why uncertainty can feel so dysregulating. Understand how perfectionism can prevent fundraising progress. Build awareness around avoidance patterns. Develop more conscious responses to fundraising challenges. Create stronger donor relationships through vulnerability and connection. Get all the resources from today's episode here.  Support for this show is brought to you by Donor Perfect. Our friends at Donor Perfect really understand fundraising on so many levels. Stay aligned while working online with a seamless and secure payments experience for your donors and your team. Empower donors to give where they are, whenever they like, automate data entry, and process online, monthly, and mobile payments, and accept payments over the phone. Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_malloryerickson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthefundraising YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@malloryerickson7946 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mallory-erickson-bressler/ Website: malloryerickson.com/podcast Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-fundraising/id1575421652 If you haven't already, please visit our new What the Fundraising community forum. Check it out and join the conversation at this link. If you're looking to raise more from the right funders, then you'll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point.

Advocate and Rise   What happens when the people responsible for helping you move forward stop listening? You learn how powerful your own voice can become. In this episode of the BAWarrior Podcast, I step back from the idea of constantly pushing forward to talk about one of the most important skills every amputee must develop: advocating for yourself. Self-advocacy has been a major part of my journey since long before my amputation. After tearing my MCL while preparing for my second-degree black belt test, I endured five years, ten surgeries, increasing pain, and complications caused by arthrofibrosis. Each surgery brought a new doctor, a new explanation, and another retelling of my medical history. Eventually, I realized I could no longer rely on someone else to connect every piece of the puzzle for me. I began reading my surgical reports, researching unfamiliar medical terms, writing down questions, and paying closer attention to what my body was telling me. That process helped uncover the condition behind many of my complications and eventually gave me the courage to advocate for the amputation that changed my life. That need to speak up did not end after surgery. It became even more important. As amputees, we depend heavily on our prosthetists, especially after our surgeons are no longer involved in our everyday care. A prosthetic leg will never feel exactly like the limb we lost, so we must balance realistic expectations with the knowledge that constant pain should not be accepted as normal. Discomfort, adjustment, and awkwardness can be part of learning a prosthesis. Debilitating pain is a sign that something may need further investigation.   One of many appointments with my prosthetist.   I share how ongoing socket pain led my prosthetist and me to continue experimenting, collaborating, and searching for answers instead of giving up. Eventually, an MRI revealed a large neuroma that no socket adjustment could fix. That experience reminded me that good care requires teamwork. My prosthetist brought his knowledge, but I had to clearly communicate what I was feeling and continue trusting my instincts. Supportive medical teams are a must in your positive care and experience as an amputee   Living as an amputee also carries a daily mental load. Some mornings my leg feels strong and ready for everything I have planned. Other days, discomfort, swelling, skin irritation, or a poor fit can completely change the day. Even more than seven years after my amputation, I still have to remain flexible and listen to my body. My message throughout this episode is simple: do not give up on yourself. Ask questions. Bring someone with you when you need support. Find professionals who are willing to listen, collaborate, and fight beside you. You are more than an insurance claim, a medical chart, or a difficult case.   My support system   Your voice matters. Your mobility matters. Your future is worth fighting for.   Ready to Advocate for Yourself? Your journey does not have to be walked alone. If you are struggling to feel heard, searching for answers, or simply needing a community that understands the realities of amputee life, I encourage you to reach out. Join me and other women amputees during our weekly Amped Women virtual chats, where we come together to share, listen, encourage, and support one another. And if you are ready to move beyond survival, set meaningful goals, and take your next steps with accountability, Momentum may be the community you have been looking for. Follow the BAWarrior Podcast, subscribe on YouTube, and connect with me on social media so you do not miss future episodes, live conversations, and community gatherings. Most importantly, keep asking questions, keep trusting what your body is telling you, and never be afraid to use your voice. You are worth advocating for. Your mobility matters. Your dreams matter. And you do not have to give up.   Have a beautifully blessed week ahead and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love,  

It might feel like the hardest part of drinking less is forcing yourself to stop, but what if the discomfort isn't coming from wanting more at all?   This week, we're taking a closer look at what really happens in the moment you decide not to have another drink. You'll discover why wanting and liking aren't the same thing, why pleasure naturally fades whether you keep drinking or not, and how your brain's running commentary can trick you into believing that stopping is what feels so uncomfortable.   Find a personalized approach that helps you change your habit in my new book, The Ultimate Guide to Drinking Less, here: https://rachelhart.com/guide/   Discover alternative approaches to drinking less inside our membership program, Take a Break: https://rachelhart.com/tab/   Get the full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://rachelhart.com/480

What do you anchor yourself into when the growth you consciously desire begins to feel deeply uncomfortable? Expansion in business can bring increased wealth, visibility, impact, responsibility, and opportunity, but it can also create sensations that your mind immediately labels as dangerous, unbearable, or evidence that you should pull back. In this Golden Nugget, Cait shares how she stays grounded in the discomfort of expansion rather than automatically reacting to it. Tune in to hear: How to distinguish discomfort from actual danger Why your mind automatically creates stories about unfamiliar sensations The connection between birth, business, and expanding your capacity How to practice the ice cube exercise at home Why observing your reaction is more powerful than immediately trying to control it How breathwork can help you remain present during moments of expansion What becomes possible when you stop treating discomfort as a command to retreat If this episode resonates with you, don't forget to share it to your stories and tag @themillionairemother, or leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts-it helps more mamas find this show.

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Discomfort is part of leadership, especially when the work requires us to question old habits, listen differently, and make room for experiences beyond our own. But too often, fear of saying the wrong thing or not having the perfect answer keeps people stuck.In this replay episode of DEI After 5, Sacha Thompson talks with Nadia Nagamootoo about what it means to lead through discomfort, complexity, and change. Together, they explore why discomfort shows up in organizations, how power is shifting in the workplace, and what leaders can do when fear, rigidity, or avoidance get in the way of growth.This conversation is about more than workplace inclusion. It is about self-reflection, courage, agility, and building environments where people can learn, adapt, and thrive. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit deiafter5.substack.com/subscribe

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Hairstylist, educator, and entrepreneur @donovanmillshair shares his journey from a small town in Oregon to building a successful career in Los Angeles. Donovan discusses the importance of hard work, taking risks, embracing discomfort, and continuously evolving in the beauty industry. He shares valuable insights on building a clientele organically, mastering hair extensions, navigating multiple salon locations, and creating meaningful connections with clients while growing as a beauty professional. This Week's Topics      • Donovan's Journey and Growth as a Hairstylist in the Beauty Industry • The Challenges and Rewards of Working Across Multiple Salon Locations • Embracing Discomfort as a Pathway to Growth • Taking Risks and Creating New Opportunities in the Beauty Industry • The Importance of Persistence, Passion, and Consistency • Overcoming Challenges and Finding Your Purpose Behind the Chair • The Importance of Education, Growth, and Evolving as a Beauty Professional • Words of Wisdom and Encouragement for the Next Generation of Hairstylists Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist. Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes! Here's what you do: Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews' Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)! Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US @thehairgamepodcast @salonrepublic @loveerictaylor FOLLOW DONOVAN: @donovanmillshair

Hairstylist, educator, and entrepreneur @donovanmillshair shares his journey from a small town in Oregon to building a successful career in Los Angeles. Donovan discusses the importance of hard work, taking risks, embracing discomfort, and continuously evolving in the beauty industry. He shares valuable insights on building a clientele organically, mastering hair extensions, navigating multiple salon locations, and creating meaningful connections with clients while growing as a beauty professional. This Week's Topics  • Donovan's Journey and Growth as a Hairstylist in the Beauty Industry • The Challenges and Rewards of Working Across Multiple Salon Locations • Embracing Discomfort as a Pathway to Growth • Taking Risks and Creating New Opportunities in the Beauty Industry • The Importance of Persistence, Passion, and Consistency • Overcoming Challenges and Finding Your Purpose Behind the Chair • The Importance of Education, Growth, and Evolving as a Beauty Professional • Words of Wisdom and Encouragement for the Next Generation of Hairstylists   Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist. Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes! Here's what you do: Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews' Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)! Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US @thehairgamepodcast @salonrepublic @loveerictaylor FOLLOW DONOVAN: @donovanmillshair

Fundraising can be uncomfortable—but what if discomfort isn't actually the problem? In this solo coaching episode, Mallory Erickson introduces one of the foundational concepts of executive coaching: understanding the difference between discomfort and stress. While many fundraisers believe that feeling nervous before a donor meeting means they're doing something wrong, Mallory explains why discomfort is actually a natural sign of growth, uncertainty, and courage. Rather than trying to eliminate uncomfortable feelings, she shares a practical framework for noticing what's happening in your body, acknowledging your emotions without judgment, and preventing negative self-talk from turning temporary discomfort into chronic stress. Through simple practices you can implement immediately, this episode offers a powerful mindset shift that can help you become a more grounded, confident, and effective fundraiser. In a nutshell: Discomfort isn't something to avoid, it's something to understand. When we stop judging our emotions, we create space to show up with more courage, clarity, and confidence. In this episode, you will be able to: Understand the difference between discomfort and stress. Recognize how judgment amplifies difficult emotions. Notice physical signs of discomfort before they affect your actions. Interrupt negative self-talk before it escalates. Practice acknowledging and validating your emotions. Build a healthier relationship with discomfort. Develop greater nervous system regulation. Take fundraising action from courage instead of fear. Get all the resources from today's episode here.  Support for this show is brought to you by Donor Perfect. Our friends at Donor Perfect really understand fundraising on so many levels. Stay aligned while working online with a seamless and secure payments experience for your donors and your team. Empower donors to give where they are, whenever they like, automate data entry, and process online, monthly, and mobile payments, and accept payments over the phone. Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_malloryerickson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthefundraising YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@malloryerickson7946 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mallory-erickson-bressler/ Website: malloryerickson.com/podcast Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-fundraising/id1575421652 If you haven't already, please visit our new What the Fundraising community forum. Check it out and join the conversation at this link. If you're looking to raise more from the right funders, then you'll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point

Have you ever wondered why you overthink, stay busy, struggle to switch off, or feel emotionally exhausted—even when life seems to be going well?What if these aren't personality traits at all?What if they're learned survival patterns?In this episode of The Total Somatics Show, Heidi Hadley explores how our early life experiences shape the way our nervous system responds to the world around us. Through a Total Somatics lens, you'll discover how emotionally unpredictable environments can teach us to survive rather than truly connect—with ourselves, our bodies and those around us.This isn't about blaming parents or caregivers. Most people do the very best they can with what they know. Instead, this episode is about developing awareness, understanding your body's protective responses, and recognising that the patterns you learned can also be changed.In this episode you'll discover: Why many of our stress responses begin long before adulthood.  How emotionally dysregulated environments influence the developing nervous system.  The difference between surviving and truly feeling safe.  Why you may find yourself constantly busy, people-pleasing or always "pushing through."  How stress can show up as muscle tension, posture changes, shallow breathing and persistent fatigue.  Why your body often reacts before your mind has time to think.  How chronic survival patterns can influence anxiety, relationships, confidence, work and everyday life.  Why awareness is the first step towards lasting change. You'll also learn why many of the habits we judge ourselves for were once intelligent survival strategies—and why your body deserves compassion, not criticism.Questions to reflect onAs you listen, take a moment to ask yourself: What does my body do first when I feel stressed?  Do my shoulders rise?  Does my jaw tighten?  Do I hold my breath?  Do I keep pushing through?  Or do I quietly pull away?  Am I living in my head more than I'm living in my body? These small moments of awareness are often where meaningful change begins.Through a Total Somatics lensOne of the key messages in this episode is that your nervous system isn't broken.It adapted.Many of the patterns that now leave you feeling anxious, disconnected or exhausted were once your body's way of helping you navigate uncertainty.The wonderful news is that the brain and body remain adaptable throughout life. Through neuroplasticity and greater body awareness, it's possible to update old patterns and create new ways of responding that feel calmer, more connected and more resilient.We'd love to hear from youThe Total Somatics Show is a community, and we'd love your input.Send us: Your questions  Your life experiences  Your challenges  Your stories  Future topics you'd like covered 

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://lewishowes.com/podcast/live-a-longer-life-and-reverse-aging-with-dr-david-sinclair/ David Sinclair's lab mice are not fat, and they are not aging fast either. The Harvard longevity scientist tells Lewis comfort might be the thing quietly killing us. Constant food. No exercise. Never getting cold. All of it speeds up how fast the body breaks down. His research found something stunning. Calorie restriction alone can slow aging enough to add fifteen, maybe twenty five years. Lewis has his own proof it works outside a lab. A freezing hike up a mountain, wind whistling at sixty miles an hour, hands going numb through frozen gloves. He calls it life changing. Turns out the mind matters as much as the body here. What gets said out loud on that climb can decide whether the body pushes forward or shuts down. Discomfort, on purpose, might be the closest thing to a fountain of youth. Sign up for the Greatness newsletter: http://www.greatness.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) Practicing awareness, wisdom and flexibility in moments of ease and imperfection alike

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) Practicing awareness, wisdom and flexibility in moments of ease and imperfection alike

Certainty in dating is a fantasy. There is no milestone, not exclusivity, not "I love you," not moving in, not marriage, that finally makes relationship anxiety go away. In this episode Sabrina breaks down why your brain would rather have a bad answer than no answer, how anxious attachment turns an unanswered text into a story about rejection, and why chasing, overthinking, testing, people pleasing, and checking your phone every five seconds are ways of managing anxiety rather than dating strategies. She also separates the two kinds of discomfort: walking on eggshells, accepting breadcrumbs, and tolerating mixed signals and inconsistency, versus asking for what you need, setting boundaries, saying no, and letting someone leave. Plus the tool of the week, evidence versus story, a simple practice for catching the narrative your brain invents when you do not have all the information. Secure people are not secure because they have certainty, they have capacity. Pre-order Sabrina's book coming out October 2026,⁠ "Why Am I Like This?"⁠ Get your free workbook and access to the companion course after pre-ordering 'Why Am I Like This?' by filling out the form at the bottom of the page at http://sabrinazohar.com/book Take the new and improved dating quiz! sabrinazohar.com/quiz If you're ready to slow down, trust your instincts, and break your old dating patterns, the Healthy Relationship Foundations Course walks you through it step-by-step  ⁠HERE!⁠ If you're serious about changing your dating patterns instead of repeating them, the Art of Going Slow course helps you unlearn urgency, regulate your nervous system, and build real connection without rushing, chasing, or abandoning yourself ⁠HERE!⁠ Get Ad free ⁠HERE!⁠  Watch on Spotify. Spotify subscribers get fewer ads on my video. Want to work with Sabrina? ⁠HERE!⁠  Get merch for The Sabrina Zohar Show ⁠HERE!⁠  Don't forget to follow ⁠Sabrina⁠ and ⁠The Sabrina Zohar Show⁠ on Instagram and ⁠Sabrina ⁠on TikTok! Video now available on ⁠YOUTUBE!⁠ Chapters: 00:00 Why certainty in dating is a fantasy 02:58 Why your brain needs an answer now 05:39 Overthinking texts and short replies 08:01 Why not knowing feels so stressful 10:24 Wrong discomfort vs right discomfort 13:12 Do they come back after a break? 15:54 Why control does not make you safer 18:38 Why you attract the same people 21:53 Tool: evidence vs the story 23:48 Why secure people have more capacity Disclaimer: The Sabrina Zohar Show, formerly known as Do The Work, is not affiliated with A.Z & associates LLC in any capacity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Intro & Episode Focus – [0:00:03–0:02:15] How people limit OS by using it only as a warm-up [0:04:06–0:06:07] Odd Pairings & Three OS Applications Between Sets – [0:06:07–0:08:38] Aleks's 3 "use cases" for between-set OS: [0:08:38–0:10:13] Discussion: why smaller or slower ROM can release restrictions and be more effective for some people [0:10:13–0:13:06] Conversation about loading the head (advanced, not for beginners) [0:13:06–0:15:48] Honoring developmental patterns (rolling, rocking, crawling, gait) to improve real-world capability, plus Loading the Gait Pattern for Brute Strength – [0:15:48–0:17:34] Discomfort, Crawling, and Mental Lessons from Physical Work – [0:17:34–0:18:42] Using physical discomfort to train mental resilience and reframe "signals to stop", plus Movement Qualities & Emotional/Mental Stability – [0:18:42–0:19:58] Stability in movement → stability in emotions Balance in movement → balanced thoughts Poor movement → more time in sympathetic (fight-or-flight) → messy emotions and thought processes Injury, Stress, and Being Left Behind by Life – [0:19:58–0:21:30] Tweaks/injuries dominate attention and stall life progress Connection between physical limitations and stress, overwhelm, and lost time Confidence, Social Pressure, and Gait Loading/Head Loading – [0:21:30–0:22:42] Rocking, Rolling, Higher Volume & Simple Loading Ideas – [0:22:42–0:25:01] Chains, Crawling "Math," and Confidence – [0:25:01–0:26:46] Slow-Motion OS & Nervous System Maturity – [0:26:46–0:28:29] Slow Commando Rocks Before Military Presses – [0:28:29–0:30:32] Connecting divine design of movement with desire to lift heavy (OS + iron synergy) Post-Effort Nasal Breathing & Power Pose Reset – [0:30:32–0:32:18] Bottoms-Up Kettlebell Marching & Pull-Up Boosting – [0:32:18–0:35:35] Tim: anything bottoms up is a goldmine—like managing a "big baby head" on the arm, teaching reflexive stability Elevated Rolls, Pulling & "Slept-On" Drills – [0:35:35–0:37:06] Aleks: elevated rolls before swings, snatches, rows, pull-ups, and crawling Benefits: better scapular movement and smoothness OriginalStrength.net & OS Resources – [0:37:06–0:33:27 in transcript order, but effectively 37:06–38:27-ish] Find Tim online at https://www.originalstrength.net Australian Longevity Retreat with Dan John – [0:36:32–0:38:14] Location: Rainbow Beach, Australia Dates: September 4–11 Focus: Longevity and "keeping the wheel spinning" decade after decade Avoiding obsession with optimization at the expense of actually living today Savoring life, knowing when to push, rest, and enjoy Psycho-Cybernetics, Cybernetis & Guided-Missile Mindset – [0:38:14–0:40:45] Aleks on Maxwell Maltz and Psycho-Cybernetics: self-image, guided-missile feedback loops Norbert Wiener and the idea of cybernetics as the "steersman" Using body + mind together to steer life's river more intentionally Closing: Best Year Yet & OS + Iron Synergy – [0:40:45–0:41:21]

Psychotherapist and bestselling author Amy Morin shares practical strategies from The Mental Strength Playbook for overcoming rumination, using anxiety productively, navigating grief, and building a stronger mind without simply white-knuckling your way through life.This episode is proudly sponsored by:ZBiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic Drink is the world's first genetically engineered probiotic, designed to help you feel better the day after drinking. Head to https://zbiotics.com/max for 15% off your first order.Just Thrive Probiotic uses four spore-based strains designed to survive digestion and reach the gut alive. Start a 90-day subscription at https://JustThriveHealth.com/Genius and get a free 90-day supply of Digestive Bitters, backed by their 100% money-back guarantee.

I've said it before, but every season I get a little more convinced that the best hunters aren't the ones with the fanciest gear closet — they're the ones who actually understand what they're chasing. That's the thread running through this whole conversation with Cody, and it went a lot deeper than I expected going in. We start with journaling, which sounds like a soft topic for a hunting podcast until you realize Cody uses the exact same habit for jiu-jitsu that he does for whitetails. Write down what happened, write down what you got wrong, come back to it later. Failure isn't the opposite of getting better — it's the raw material. That mindset carries through everything else we talk about, and honestly, it's the part of this episode I keep thinking about. From there we get into deer scent — and how much of what hunters think they know about it is built on assumption instead of observation. Every deer has a different threshold for what spooks it and what it just shrugs off, and understanding that spectrum changes how you think about wind, entry routes, and how much risk you're actually taking every time you climb into a stand. That naturally rolls into a conversation I've wanted to have for a while: the difference between gear that actually makes you a better, more efficient hunter and gear that's just marketed like it does. We name names, we draw the line, and we talk about why simplifying your kit usually beats stacking it with gadgets. Boots come up here too — because apparently neither of us has found the perfect pair yet, and if you have, we want to hear about it. We also get into the Ranger stand setup, quartering shots with a bow and the technique adjustments that actually help, why leaving your phone in the truck changes the entire texture of a sit, and how we both manage nagging injuries and stay in shape when we're living out of a duffel bag half the season. This one's got a little bit of everything — mindset, mechanics, gear philosophy, and the stuff that actually keeps you hunting hard into November. Give it a listen. SHOW NOTES AND LINKS: —Truth From The Stand Merch —Check out Tactacam Reveal cell cameras — Save 15% on Hawke Optics code TFTS15  —Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20 —Check out Spartan Forge to map your hunt  —Save on Lathrop And Sons non-typical insoles code TRUTH10 —Check out Faceoff E-Bikes —Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most of us spend real energy making our lives a little more comfortable. Adam Callinan has spent his doing the opposite, on purpose. Adam scaled BottleKeeper to more than $60 million in sales with no outside funding and a team of six, then exited to private equity. But the resume is the smaller story. After a decade living on the beach in Manhattan Beach, he and his wife reassessed what they actually wanted for their kids and moved the family to the Montana backcountry. Today he runs Pentane, helping ecommerce founders stop guessing their way to profitability, and twice a year he leads active-duty special operations soldiers into the wilderness through a nonprofit called Big Sky Bravery. In this conversation with Dr. Benjamin Ritter, Adam makes the case that the value you're looking for usually sits on the other side of discomfort. He explains why he built his businesses around hard constraints instead of outside money, how asking "why" three layers deep uncovers what everyone else accepted without thinking, and why he guards his time so carefully now that saying no has become a skill. He also shares what he has learned from operators who make life-or-death decisions for a living, and why pushing your physical limits resets what "difficult" means everywhere else. This episode is for anyone who senses the default path isn't theirs and wants permission to build something more intentional. Bring a notebook. A few of these ideas are worth keeping. Links: Pentane: https://pentane.com Adam Callinan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adammcallinan Big Sky Bravery: https://www.bigskybravery.org

In this solo episode, Nimesh explores the stories we tell ourselves, the identities we hold onto, and what begins to shift when we stop letting the past define who we are becoming.As the collective energy continues to move through deep change, many people are being asked to release old roles, old pain, old expectations and old versions of themselves. This episode is an invitation to pause and ask: what story am I still carrying, and is it helping me grow or keeping me stuck?Nimesh shares how our stories can become familiar, even when they no longer serve us. The pain, the survival, the old identity, the role we have always played — these may have shaped us, but they do not have to become the cage we live inside.This is not about denying what happened or bypassing your healing. It is about honouring your story, learning from it, and then allowing yourself to meet the version of you that exists beyond it.This episode is for anyone feeling called to release old identities, reconnect with their power, trust their guides, and begin creating a new relationship with themselves.Also available to watch on YouTube.If this episode resonates, please like, comment, and follow the podcast.In This Episode✨ Why your story does not define who you are✨ The difference between honouring your story and living inside it✨ How old pain can become a familiar identity✨ Why discomfort can be part of growth and transformation✨ Connecting with your guides, ancestors and this new version of youWhat You'll Take Away✨ Your story is part of your growth, not your cage✨ You can honour what happened without letting it define your future✨ The language you use gives clues about the identity you are holding onto✨ Discomfort can be a sign that you are outgrowing an old version of yourself✨ Presence, gratitude and self-love help you meet who you are becomingContinue Your Journey With Nimesh✨ Spiritual Journey MembershipJoin a safe and supportive spiritual community with monthly teachings, guided meditations, energy updates and space to grow alongside others on the path.https://nimesh-radia.com/spiritual-membership/✨ Join the Free Full Moon WebinarJoin Nimesh and Stacey on Tuesday 28 July at 9pm UK / 4pm EST for a 90-minute Full Moon gathering with an energy update, conscious conversation, guided meditation and space to reconnect with yourself.https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qQt4vXK5TFC93lfmxtHzSQ✨ Book a Free Discovery Call with NimeshIf this episode speaks to where you are right now, you can book a free discovery call to explore spiritual mentorship, Akashic Records or deeper support.https://calendly.com/spiritualjourney/30minConnect with NimeshEmail: nims@nimesh-radia.comWebsite: https://nimesh-radia.comPodcast: https://nimesh-radia.com/podcast/Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/spiritualjourney/30minAkashic Record Reading: https://calendly.com/spiritualjourney/akashic-record-readingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nimesh_radia/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nimesh.radiaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nimesh-radiaReflectionWhat story are you ready to honour, learn from, and finally stop carrying as your identity?This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

Are you an overachieving corporate director, VP, or senior AE who is completely exhausted from burning the candle at both ends trying to launch a side business?   In this empowering solo episode, host Billy Keels speaks directly to high-performing multinational professionals who feel stuck and overwhelmed by the sheer friction of balancing key performance indicators (KPIs) with their entrepreneurial dreams. Billy unpacks the common trap of building a side venture on a shaky, "sandy foundation" and introduces the exact three-step optionality equation required to transition from corporate dependence to true path control. Learn how to gain quantifiable clarity over your goals, integrate your career to deliver high-quality outcomes in fewer hours, and safely scale independent, predictable streams of income so you can walk into the office entirely by choice, not out of necessity.  

This week on Next Gen NYC, Ariana and Liam decide to hang, Rowan introduces us to her little known mother Brooke Shields, and guys and girls night devolves into awkward chaos with Brooks fleeing (again). Enjoy!Follow me on social media, find links to merch, Patreon and more here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's known that an average life exists in the comfort zone.     And it is known that when you live in discomfort, your body will do everything it can to avoid this space.    The truth is, discomfort is where the growth aoccurs for most human beings.    Think about the last tie you lost love.    Lost money.    Lost friends.    Think about your childhood.     Was it good, or was it uncomfortable.    I've lived many lives of discomfort.    At 18, I got my first apartment.    Ten months later, the cops kicked open the door and took me to jail.    Jail was uncomfortable.    I had no furniture in my apartment and really had none when I got locked up.    When I was married 3 times before and got divorced, I felt the discomfort.    In each and every one of those situations, I used the discomfort of discomfort to make new way.    I worked harder.    Worked longer than everyone else.    And guess what?   I won.     Last weekend, my 2nd oldest and I mowed 10 acres.    Sure, I can afford to hire soemone, but Im teaching my kids about life and how it woks by staying in the discomfort zone.    It's the only way growth happens.    I still got to the gym and work my body daily.    I still do yardwork.    I do chores around the house.    I work later and longer at work.    Why?    In my experience, discomfort keeps me sharp and continuously evolving.    Figure out what you want.    It's waiting for you in the discomfort zone.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at ⁠https://www.jointheapex.com/⁠   Rise Above

Noah built an ark having never seen rain, spending decades on a task that invited mockery and tested his endurance at every turn. Moses, a man with a speech impediment, a criminal record, and every human reason to say no, was sent back to Egypt to demand the freedom of millions. Mary, a teenage virgin, received the news that she would carry the Messiah of the world — and instead of shrinking back in fear, she said simply: "I am the Lord's servant. Let everything you've said happen to me." None of these people were comfortable. All of them grew in ways that would have been impossible without the discomfort. James 1:2-4 names what was happening in each of them: the testing of faith produces perseverance, and perseverance, when it finishes its work, produces maturity. Discomfort is not a sign that you have misheard God or that you are disqualified. It may be the clearest sign yet that He is at work. Today's Bible Verse "I am the Lord's servant. Let everything you've said happen to me."— Luke 1:38, NLT Ponder Today Discomfort does not mean disqualification. Feeling stretched, uncertain, or out of your depth is not a signal to quit. It is often a sign that God is doing something in you that only this particular pressure could produce. Growth and discomfort are inseparable. From pregnancy to promotion to heartbreak, every meaningful growth requires a season of being stretched beyond what was previously comfortable. Faith is no different. Noah, Moses, and Mary all said yes before they could see the outcome. Their obedience did not wait for certainty or comfort. They stepped forward anyway, and God met them every step of the way. He will do the same for you. The testing of faith produces perseverance, and perseverance produces maturity. James 1:2-4 reframes trials not as obstacles to our faith but as the very process by which our faith becomes complete. Pure joy in trials is possible when we understand what they are producing. Your obedience in discomfort is never just for you. Noah's perseverance saved the human race. Moses' obedience freed a nation. Mary's yes changed all of human history. What God is growing in you through this season may be a blessing to far more people than you realize. A Prayer for You Today Lord, I thank You that You are with me. At times You ask me to accomplish things that feel daunting to my flesh. My human nature wants to run away or pause the process, yet Your Word reminds me of the victory that comes with obedience. You showed this with Noah, whose perseverance helped save the human race. You displayed this with Moses, using him despite his imperfections. You reminded us through Mary, who carried the Savior of the world without complaint. In each of those situations, You were with them — just as You are with me today. Give me the strength to face the difficulties ahead. Show me how to be patient through the discomfort, and help me to see how You desire to grow me through it all. Teach me to completely surrender to You so that I may remain a vessel to be used by You. In Jesus' name, Amen. Don't Miss an Episode If today's prayer gave you the courage to stay the course through an uncomfortable season, we'd love to stay connected. Subscribe to the LifeAudio newsletter at LifeAudio.com for daily prayers, devotionals, and more content to strengthen your faith and keep you growing every day. If you like this podcast, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Your Nightly Prayer - an evening Christian prayer podcast to help you end your day in conversation with God. https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We're tackling another listener question this week and talking about discomfort and guilt around sex in non-monogamy. Even those of us who have been non-monogamous for a very long time still experience shame and guilt concerning sex with others sometimes. We'll be discussing some personal anecdotes and ways you can tackle these feelings when they come up. If you want your question answered on a future Q&A episode, consider becoming a Supercast subscriber!Join our amazing community of listeners at multiamory.supercast.com. We offer sliding scale subscriptions so everyone can also get access to ad-free episodes, group video discussions, and our amazing Discord community.Quality lube is essential for good sexual experiences. Try our absolute favorite, Uberlube and get 10% off plus free shipping with promo code MULTIAMORY,Try out Attuned, an intimacy app built for all relationship structures. Take a science-backed intimacy survey, discover how your profiles align, and explore personalized activities together. Couples, throuples, and configurations up to 6 people — all orientations, all genders. Download free at getattuned.app and use code MULTI for 20% off premium. ,Get 10% off sexual health supplements at vb.health with promo code MULTI.Whatever you want to learn, MasterClass has something for you, taught by experts in their fields. Support the show and get an exclusive 15% offer at multiamory.link/masterclass.Skillshare is an online learning community with thousands of classes for creators. Everything from graphic design and video editing to photography, writing, and business. Get a free month of Skilllshare at multiamory.link/skillshare.Multiamory was created by Dedeker Winston, Jase Lindgren, and Emily Matlack.Our theme music is Forms I Know I Did by Josh and Anand.Follow us on Instagram @Multiamory_Podcast and visit our website Multiamory.com. We are a proud member of the Pleasure Podcasts network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nervous system advice has become mental health fast food, quick slogans that teach you to flee every uncomfortable feeling. But sometimes discomfort is danger, and sometimes discomfort is growth. Wisdom is learning the difference. When avoidance becomes your belief system, you're building your life on a foundation of fear and calling it regulation. I reframe common misconceptions to help you emotionally strength train through the discomfort instead of around it. RESOURCES THE BOUNDARIES INTENSIVE: https://EmotionalBadass.com/boundaries WORK WITH ME 1:1:⁠⁠ https://EmotionalBadass.com/coaching INTRO TO BOUNDARIES https://EmotionalBadass.com/intro 30 DAYS TO PEACE: ⁠⁠https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/peace NARCISSIST ABUSE RECOVERY WORKSHOP:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://EmotionalBadass.com/narc THE FREE MORNING ROUTINE: ⁠⁠https://EmotionalBadass.com/morning PATREON: https://patreon.com/emotionalbadass WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:⁠⁠ https://EmotionalBadass.com/newsletter PATTERNSCAPES WELLNESS DECK:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://getpatternscapes.com⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices