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The Hidden Childhood Wounds Behind Eating Disorders Do you struggle with emotional eating, restrictive eating, or a complicated relationship with food that feels difficult to explain? While eating disorders are complex and can have many contributing factors, unresolved childhood experiences, emotional neglect, and chronic stress can sometimes shape the way we use food to cope, self-soothe, or regain a sense of control. In this episode of the Breakdown to Breakthroughs Podcast, trauma-informed life coach Lisa A. Romano explores several possible emotional patterns that may exist beneath disordered eating. Through the lens of childhood trauma, nervous system regulation, and inner child healing, Lisa explains how chaos, emotional deprivation, and conditional self-worth can influence our relationship with food. She also shares a gentle practice to help you become more aware of the emotions beneath eating behaviors while honoring the importance of professional treatment and support.

Welcome to Episode 325 of Autism Parenting Secrets.This week, I'm joined by Nadia Elkhatib, host of the Biohacking Autism podcast.Nadia holds a master's degree in computer science and spent her career in Silicon Valley tech, bringing that same engineer's mindset to more than twenty years of helping her son Jimmy.Measure. Test. Adjust. Repeat.Nadia believes parents need to become the CEO of their child's health. That doesn't mean doing everything yourself. It means owning the strategy, understanding the data, recognizing patterns, asking better questions, and building the right team around you.Rather than continually chasing symptoms, Nadia has increasingly looked to longevity and biohacking for a more foundational answer:How can we help the body do its job better?That has led her to focus deeply on metabolic health and nervous system regulation.We also explore why caregiver health can't be overlooked. The better you function, the better equipped you are to make decisions, lead the journey, and show up for your child.And Nadia gets a firsthand look at another form of biohacking as we review her All-In Parent Assessment and identify opportunities to make an already strong parent even stronger. The secret this week is… You CAN Biohack Autism You'll Discover:Why biohacking puts parents back in the driver's seat (5:33)Why the buck ultimately stops with the parent (8:10)Why it's time to stop chasing symptoms (12:03)Why starting with what you can control matters (28:49)Why you can't bypass caregiver health (57:56) About Our Guest:Nadia Elkhatib is the host of Biohacking Autism, a podcast about real solutions for people with autism and the ones who love them. She holds a master's degree in computer science and spent her career in Silicon Valley tech, bringing that same engineer's mindset to raising her son with severe autism: measure, test, adjust, repeat. She is now building a private Biohacking Autism community where members get her ongoing research and current protocols, along with access to leading autism, longevity, and biohacking experts. Every episode of the show runs on two tracks: practical protocols for the person on the spectrum and healthspan and longevity for the moms, dads, and caregivers supporting them.biohackautism.com References in this Episode:Biohacking Autism PodcastDave AspreyDr. Neil Nathan Additional Resources:To learn more about personalized 1:1 support go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

It's easy to look at the unfinished parts of your blended family and wonder if something is wrong.Maybe relationships haven't developed as quickly as you hoped. Your stepchild still keeps their distance. A biological parent feels caught in the middle. Or shifting schedules, transitions, and circumstances outside your control continue to create tension.When reality doesn't match the family you imagined, discouragement can creep in. But the truth is, blending a family is a process, and a family 'in process' isn't necessarily an unhealthy family. Sometimes, it's simply still growing.In honor of National Stepfamily Day, we're shifting our focus from the challenges of blended family life to some of the unexpected strengths that can develop as you learn to navigate the challenges over the years.After more than 25 years in our own blended family, we've seen acceptance, resilience, and flexibility grow in ourselves and our kids. We've also discovered that a healthy remarriage can give children a new picture of what love, conflict resolution, forgiveness, trust, and commitment can look like, which will have an impact on their future relationships.None of these strengths develop automatically, and celebrating your family doesn't mean pretending the hard parts don't exist. It means recognizing meaningful progress while allowing everyone to experience the family honestly.Your family may still be “in the crock pot.” Some relationships may still feel awkward or unfinished. But slow progress is still progress.This National Stepfamily Day, we invite you to notice how far you've come, celebrate the wins, and hold onto hope for what's still developing.You'll Discover:Why an unfinished blended family isn't necessarily an unhealthy familyHow acceptance can reduce blame and create more empathy and emotional safetyHow kids and adults develop resilience by moving through difficult experiences rather than simply “getting over” themWhy healthy flexibility doesn't mean abandoning boundaries or allowing chaos to take overHow your marriage can offer kids a new and healthier vision for committed relationshipsResources from this Episode:Episode 141. Can my kids be emotionally harmed by blended family dynamics?Episode 27. How to Set Clear Boundaries and Safeguard RelationshipsEpisode 187. Basics for Blending:  How to Tolerate and Manage Discomfort and DistressReady for some extra support?We all need some extra support along the blending journey.  You can connect with us for a free coaching call to see how we might help you experience more clarity, confidence, and connection in your home.  Schedule your free call here:  https://calendly.com/mikeandkimcoaching/freesessionSubscribe or Follow the Show Click here to subscribe on YouTubeClick here to follow on Apple PodcastsClick here to follow on SpotifyLeave a Review in Apple PodcastsIf you're feeling extra helpful, we would be so grateful if you left us a review over on Apple Podcasts too. Your review will help others find our podcast — plus they're fun for us to read too! :-)  Just click here to Review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and then select “Write a Review” — let us know what your favorite part of the podcast is.  Thank you, we really appreciate your feedback!

A Sacred Thinking catch-up, a personal story of disappointment, and learning to trust God when life doesn't go as plannedIn This Episode, You'll Discover:Why our thoughts matter in the ordinary moments of everyday lifeHow we can partner with the Holy Spirit to recognize and transform unhealthy thought patternsWhat disappointment can reveal about our expectations, identity, and desiresWhy trusting God doesn't mean we won't experience sadness or disappointmentHow to bring difficult thoughts captive and replace them with God's truthWhy we can come to God's table exactly as we are—hurting, hungry, thirsty, or simply needing HimA powerful book recommendation connecting neuroscience and faithAn exciting update about Sacred Thinking: Quiet Strength for Daily Living00:00 Introduction and Personal Update02:15 A Message from Carol McLeod about Sacred Thinking05:49 My Personal Story of Disappointment09:32 The Biblical Perspective on Disappointment and Trust13:41 Invitation to the Come to the Table Event18:01 Book Recommendation: The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery22:04 The Power of Thoughts and Entrusting Them to God23:25 Closing Encouragement

What would you do if you didn't wait for confidence first? John Mollura knows what it's like to appear highly successful while privately questioning whether you're good enough. During 15 years supporting NASA and elite U.S. military units, perfectionism became his protection against being exposed—and eventually taught him that waiting until you're completely ready can come with serious costs. You'll hear how to separate the data from the drama your mind creates, regain clarity when everything feels important, and stop allowing fear to dictate your next move. John shares practical frameworks for responding instead of reacting, recovering quickly from mistakes, and taking action before confidence arrives. Because confidence isn't what allows you to act. It's what you build when you act bravely despite the fear. John is a leadership coach, keynote speaker, and author of the upcoming book Let It Fly: Stop Overthinking. Take Action. Live with Confidence. He helps capable leaders stop overthinking, cut through mental noise, and take the next right action before they feel fully ready. He has coached over 400 high-performing professionals and delivered keynotes across the U.S. and internationally. His message is simple: overwhelm is not a sign you are incapable. It's usually a sign that too many things feel important at the same time. Clarity comes first. Confidence follows action.  You'll Discover:Why perfectionism may be protecting you from judgmentHow overwhelm weakens your ability to make decisionsWhat separates useful data from destructive dramaHow you can reset quickly after mistakesWhy action and bravery build your confidenceConnect with John Mollura on Social MediaLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-mollura Website John Mollura  https://johnmollura.comFree Navigators Masterclass  https://johnmollura.com/freestuffBookLet It Fly: Stop Overthinking. Take Action. Live with Confidencehttps://johnmollura.com/let-it-fly-book Check out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedIn

Welcome to Episode 324 of Autism Parenting Secrets.This week, I'm joined by Sarah Kernion, founder of INCHSTONES and mother of three children, including two with profound, non-speaking autism and whole body apraxia.Parents see things others simply can't.You are with your child across thousands of ordinary moments. You notice subtle changes in behavior, connection, sleep, digestion, regulation, communication, and development.Those observations aren't insignificant.They're clues.Yet it's easy to discount what you see when you're sitting across from a doctor, therapist, teacher, or other professional with years of training and expertise.Sarah makes a powerful case for a different posture.You don't need to know more than the experts. But you do need to recognize that you bring something to the table that no one else can: an extraordinarily deep understanding of your child.That means becoming more than an advocate. It means becoming an intentional observer, noticing patterns, documenting what you see, asking better questions, and trusting yourself enough to bring those observations forward.We also explore the importance of asking not only "What is this?" but "Why might this be happening?"And Sarah shares the idea at the heart of INCHSTONES: progress isn't only found in the big milestones we're conditioned to look for.It's also found in the tiny moments of connection, growth, and development that are easy to miss when we're focused only on how far our child still has to go.Those inchstones matter. The secret this week is… Your Ability To NOTICE Is A Superpower You'll Discover:Why your observations about your child are incredibly important clues (3:53)How to show up differently in conversations with practitioners (10:21)Why becoming a better observer changes your role in your child's care (21:07)Why asking "Why might this be happening?" can reveal more (31:36)Why inchstones deserve to be celebrated alongside milestones (39:02) About Our Guest:Sarah Kernion is the founder of INCHSTONES, host of the Inchstones podcast, and a national advocate for families raising children with profound autism.She is the mother of three children, including Milly and Mack, who both have profound, non-speaking autism and whole body apraxia.Through honest storytelling and conversations with leading researchers, physicians, and fellow caregivers, Sarah explores the intersection of science, advocacy, and the lived reality of raising children with the highest support needs.Her work invites parents to notice the small moments that often reveal the biggest truths because inchstones, not milestones, change lives.www.inchstones.co References in this Episode:Meadow HealthAdditional Resources:To learn more about personalized 1:1 support go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

A Biblical Way to Stop Living Pulled in Every Direction When everything feels important, it can feel impossible to know where to put your attention. As a working Christian mom, you may not actually need to learn how to do more. You may need to learn how to discern what deserves your attention right now—and be okay with letting something else wait. Because sometimes we know exactly what needs our attention. The harder part is giving ourselves permission to focus on that one thing without feeling guilty about everything we're not doing. In this episode of the Faith Led Working Moms Podcast, we're talking about biblical priorities, time management, mental overload, and the pressure to give everything our attention at once. We'll look at Martha and Mary in Luke 10 and what Jesus' response to Martha teaches us about being worried and distracted by many things. You'll be encouraged to recognize that not everything important needs your attention right now—and that living within the limits God has given you isn't a failure. In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why feeling overwhelmed isn't always about having too much to do Why important things don't always need your attention right now How mental overload can keep you from being fully present Why saying “not right now” to something good can be a wise choice What the story of Martha and Mary teaches us about distraction and discernment Why your limited time, energy, and attention are not a failure How to stop feeling guilty about what you're allowing to wait Two simple questions to ask when you feel pulled in every direction How to trust God with what isn't getting your attention right now Why biblical faithfulness doesn't mean giving everything your attention A Simple Practice for This Week The next time you feel pulled in multiple directions, pause before responding and ask: “What deserves my limited attention in this moment?” Then ask: “What can I trust God with while I give my attention to this?” You don't have to give everything your attention to be faithful. You can choose what matters right now—and be okay with letting the rest wait. Go Deeper with Faithfully Balanced If you're ready to create more intentionality in the way you're living, Faithfully Balanced was created to help you identify what matters most, establish healthier boundaries, and create rhythms and accountability that fit your real life. This four-week self-led course helps you move beyond simply trying to manage everything and begin making intentional decisions about your time, energy, priorities, and attention. And at the end of the course, you'll have a next-steps call for additional accountability and relational support.   Continue Growing with Faith Led Ministries If today's episode encouraged you, I'd love to invite you to continue growing with us at FaithLedMinistries.com. There you'll find: Biblical encouragement for everyday life More podcast episodes for overwhelmed Christian working moms Free resources to strengthen your faith Biblical counseling Christian life coaching The Faithfully Balanced course designed to help working Christian moms move from overwhelm to intentional, faith-filled living Our mission is to help you know Christ, apply God's Word, and walk faithfully through every season of life through biblical encouragement, practical strategies, and biblical counseling principles. Email: Lindsay@faithledministries.com Website: www.faithledministries.com Instagram: @faithledworkingmoms Facebook Community: Faith Led Working Moms Community

Send us Fan MailHeart does that panicked double-thump. Stomach drops. Ohh - there goes gravity! Sound familiar? That's what happens right before most fundraisers call a donor to ask for money…and Britt Stockert, Fundraiser Coach at Donorbox, says that feeling is telling you the opposite of what you think.In this quick, coffee-break episode, Britt shares the four words she scribbled on a sticky note for a burned-out nonprofit leader who needed something simpler than a script. It changed how that leader's whole team makes the ask.This is perfect for fundraisers who want a low-pressure way to build donor trust, especially heading into year-end. Discover:Why the discomfort of asking for a gift is a sign of a healthy donor relationship, not a warning signA four-word framework simple enough to fit on a sticky noteHow to open a donor call without mentioning money at allWhat to say when a donor pushes back on overhead or transparencyWhy silence after an ask is doing more work than most fundraisers realizeHow to measure success in donor outreach beyond whether a gift landed that dayIf you're ready to refine your ‘Ask' approach and get on track for Giving Season, schedule time with Britt here.That nervous feeling before asking for a gift isn't proof something's wrong. It's proof the moment matters. Britt's fix isn't more confidence - it's structure: four words on a sticky note that turn a high-pressure ask into a real conversation between two people who both care about the same thing.Chapters:00:00 - Why Asking for Support Feels Uncomfortable02:10 - The Trust Gap & the Power of Personal Connection03:40 - A 4-Beat Framework for Donor Conversations06:55 - Timing the Ask & Permission-Based Giving08:15 - Redefining Success Through Small Wins09:15 - Overcoming Rejection & Closing ThoughtsDonorbox is a trusted fundraising platform used by 100,000-plus organizations worldwide, helping them raise over $4 billion collectively. Learn more at donorbox.org.Enjoying the show? Subscribe for more practical fundraising strategies, leadership insights, and tools to help your nonprofit grow sustainably.Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as legal or financial advice. Please consult a professional advisor for guidance specific to your organization.Support the show

Why Narcissists Never Really Hear You A Live Workshop Episode with Lisa A. Romano, Breakthrough Life Coach Have you ever spent hours, days, or even years trying to explain your feelings to someone, only to walk away feeling more confused, exhausted, and unheard? Do you find yourself constantly repeating the same conversations, defending your reality, or wondering why nothing ever seems to change? If so, you are not imagining things. And you are not asking for too much. In this powerful live workshop episode, Lisa A. Romano explains why narcissists appear to listen but rarely hear what you are actually saying. Through deep psychological insight, trauma-informed awareness, and nervous system education, Lisa reveals how narcissistic communication is designed to keep you trapped in confusion, self-doubt, and endless circular conversations. This is not about communication failure. This is about understanding the game. In This Episode You'll Discover:

When was the last time you did something simply because it was fun—not productive, practical, or good for someone else? Midlife women are constantly encouraged to be more disciplined. We're told to improve our food choices, exercise more, reduce stress, protect our bones, balance our blood sugar, support our hormones, and somehow get eight hours of uninterrupted sleep. Before long, wellness can begin to feel like another full-time job. In this Tea & Truth episode, Lynne explores why many women may not need another set of rules or a stricter routine. They may need more laughter, pleasure, playfulness, connection, and moments that help them feel truly alive. Fun isn't frivolous, and it isn't something you have to earn after every responsibility has been handled. It can give you breathing room during stressful seasons, help you reconnect with yourself, and remind you that your life isn't only something to organize and improve—it's also something to enjoy. In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why midlife can start to feel like one enormous self-improvement project How women can lose touch with what they genuinely enjoy Why fun and laughter matter during times of stress and transition The difference between supportive consistency and punishing discipline Why you don't have to earn joy by exhausting yourself first Five gentle ways to bring more fun into everyday life One simple question that can help you reconnect with your playful side You don't need to abandon your healthy habits or responsibilities. But you may need to stop postponing joy until everything else is finished. Listen in and discover why having more fun may be one of the most overlooked parts of supporting your health and happiness in midlife. Connect with Lynne: Imagine not having to "figure out midlife" on your own anymore.

What happens when the first fresh fish your people have eaten for ten thousand years stops coming up the river? And what do you lose when an entire generation grows up never tasting it? Cindy Wagner has lived on the Annette Island Reserve in Metlakatla, Alaska for 56 years, the only Native reserve in the state and the only one in the world sitting entirely on an island. Her husband Louie is known as the hooligan man. She is the Grease Lady. Together they have spent their lives on the Unuk River, teaching children, grandchildren and now great grandchildren how to live off the land. In this episode, Cindy explains what the hooligan is and why people once called it the savior fish, lining up four blocks deep for eight hours to get a single bucket. She describes finding oil drums and pallets thirty miles up a river that only Canada sits above, watching two natural lakes fill with mine tailings until blood red water spills over the top with every rainfall, and losing the marbled blue glacier water where the best trout used to hold. She walks through what it takes to render pure hooligan grease, why the Unuk is the only river in Alaska closed to the very people whose inherent right it is to fish it, and what is coming next: a proposed tailings dam 780 feet tall, five thousand workers, fifty five years. This is for anyone who wants to understand what a mine upstream actually does to the people downstream, told by someone who has watched it happen for a lifetime. What You'll Discover: Why the hooligan is called the savior fish, and what makes it different from salmon How hooligan send scouts ahead, and why Cindy believes they can never go extinct What abandoned mine tailings look like twenty years later in a temperate rainforest that gets 14 feet of rain a year How to render hooligan grease, and why it is treated like truffles What one five gallon bucket per household per year means for a community that is 90 percent Native Why a closed fishery costs more than food, and what happens when a generation never learns the work The connection Cindy draws between mining, the herring collapse, and the last wild salmon runs on the continent What she says the Canadian government has to do, and what listeners anywhere can do Resources: Southeast Alaska Indigenous Transboundary Commission (SEITC): https://www.seitc.org/ B.C. mining in the Unuk watershed, from Salmon Beyond Borders: https://salmonbeyondborders.org/bc-mining-unuk ICT reporting on the transboundary mining boom, featuring Cindy and Louie Wagner: https://ictnews.org/news/modern-day-gold-rush-mining-projects-opposed-by-alaska-tribes-get-boost-from-canada-british-columbia-and-first-nation/

Welcome to Episode 323 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week, I'm joined by returning guest Beth Lambert, Executive Director of Documenting Hope and author of A Compromised Generation. After more than two decades immersed in children's health, Beth is more hopeful than ever. Why? The science has changed. Our understanding of the microbiome, nervous system, metabolism, environmental stressors, and other contributors to chronic childhood conditions has exploded. More practitioners are applying this knowledge clinically. And more parents are sharing stories of children making remarkable progress. But having more information and more options doesn't necessarily make a parent's job easier. In fact, it can make discernment even more important. Your child is unique. There is no universal roadmap, perfect practitioner, or silver bullet. The opportunity is to gather good information and support while becoming increasingly clear about what makes sense for your child. We also explore something parents can easily overlook: you are part of your child's environment. Your nervous system, energy, decisions, consistency, and ability to regulate matter. Supporting yourself isn't taking attention away from your child. It can be foundational to helping your child feel safe and thrive. Beth also shares why in-person community can be so powerful and what she's most excited about at Documenting Hope's upcoming Health & Healing Expo in Orlando, November 21-22. The future is changing quickly. There are more reasons for hope, more tools available, and more possibilities opening up for families. The secret this week is… Healing Is More Possible Than You Think You'll Discover: Why there's more reason for hope than ever before (1:26) Why YOU are your child's most important decision-maker (7:00) Why commitment beats chasing the next intervention (15:42) How community can create unexpected breakthroughs (23:05) Why the future of children's health could look radically different (32:48) About Our Guest: Beth Lambert is a former healthcare consultant and teacher. As a consultant, she worked with pharmaceutical, medical device, diagnostic, and other healthcare companies to evaluate industry trends. She is the author of A Compromised Generation: The Epidemic of Chronic Illness in America's Children and co-author of Brain Under Attack: A Resource for Parents and Caregivers of Children with PANS, PANDAS, and Autoimmune Encephalitis. Beth founded Epidemic Answers in 2009 and currently serves as Executive Director of Documenting Hope. She attended Oxford University, graduated from Williams College, and holds a Master's Degree in American Studies from Fairfield University. www.beth-lambert.com/documenting-hope References in this Episode: Health & Healing Expo by Documenting Hope, November 21–22, 2026 | Orlando, Florida + Virtual Healing Together by Documenting Hope A Compromised Generation by Beth Lambert Brain Under Attack by Beth Lambert Additional Resources: To learn more about personalized 1:1 support go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

In this 200th episode of the Binge Eating Breakthrough Podcast, I'm sharing the 20 things I most want you to understand about binge eating and what it really takes to change your relationship with food.Maybe you're still caught in the binge eating cycle and wondering why nothing you've tried has created lasting change. Or maybe you've already made significant progress but still find yourself struggling with urges, food rules, or trusting yourself around food.Either way, this isn't a list of 20 tips or another plan to follow. It's 20 ways of understanding binge eating, restriction, urges, nervous system regulation, self-trust, food freedom, connection, and progress that may change the way you understand your relationship with food and yourself.What You'll Discover:Why binge eating is a symptom and what your behavior may be trying to tell youHow you can be eating enough food and still experience restrictionWhy an urge to binge and a binge are two different thingsWhy knowing what to do isn't the same as having the capacity to do itWhy connection may be one of the most important pieces of ending binge eatingIf you've ever felt like you've tried everything to stop binge eating and can't understand why you still struggle, this episode offers a different place to start: not with another set of rules, but with a better understanding of what's happening and why.Want all 20 ideas in one place? I've created a free download with all 20 Things You Need to Know to Stop Binge Eating so you can save them, revisit them, and notice which ones might change the way you understand your own experience.Get your free copy at janepilger.com/top20Want to know why you struggle with food and what to do next? Start watching The Food Freedom Mini Series today. 

Join The Rebuilt Man Brotherhood - www.skool.com/rebootyourlife   Porn doesn't just impact your brain, your sex drive, or your ability to control an urge.   It changes the way you relate to almost everything that matters in your life.   Yourself. Your wife. Your kids. Other men. Women. Sex. Hard things. Your purpose. God. And ultimately, life itself.   In this episode of The Rebuilt Man Podcast, Coach Frank Rich explores one of the most overlooked consequences of porn addiction: disconnection.   Porn creates a counterfeit version of intimacy—connection without vulnerability, rejection, sacrifice, patience, or commitment. And over time, that false connection can quietly weaken your capacity to experience the real thing.   But the opposite is also true.   When you remove porn and begin rebuilding your life, your relationships can begin changing in ways that go far beyond simply becoming "porn-free."   Frank breaks down 10 relationships that can transform on the other side of porn addiction and why lasting recovery isn't just about sobriety—it's about learning how to connect again.     In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why porn can create the illusion of connection while producing deeper isolation   How years of broken promises around porn can destroy your self-trust, confidence, and integrity   Why quitting porn can change the way you see, love, and connect with your wife   The difference between consuming sexuality and experiencing real sex and intimacy   How porn can rob your children of your presence, even when you're physically there   Why genuine brotherhood and accountability are so powerful in porn addiction recovery   How using porn as an escape can change your relationship with stress, discomfort, and doing hard things   Why quitting porn isn't enough if you're still constantly sexualizing women, chasing thirst traps, and feeding fantasy   How freedom can redirect your attention toward work, mission, purpose, and building a meaningful life   How shame surrounding porn can affect your relationship with God   Why becoming porn-free isn't the ultimate goal—becoming a Rebuilt Man is     Johann Hari famously said: "The opposite of addiction is not sobriety. It is human connection."   That's the central idea behind this conversation.   Because the goal isn't simply to remove porn and leave an empty space behind.   It's to replace counterfeit connection with something real.   To trust yourself again.   To become present with your wife and children.   To build meaningful relationships with other men.   To experience intimacy rather than consume sexuality.   To face difficult things instead of escaping them.   To pursue your purpose.   To walk more closely with God.   And ultimately, to build a life you no longer constantly need to escape from.   Porn promised connection and gave you isolation. Freedom gives you the opportunity to reconnect with what actually matters.     Ready To Stop Fighting This Alone? If you've tried quitting porn over and over again but keep finding yourself back in the same cycle, maybe another strategy isn't the only thing you need.   Maybe you need connection, coaching, accountability, and brotherhood.   Inside The Rebuilt Man Brotherhood, you'll join other men committed to breaking free from porn and rebuilding their integrity, identity, marriage, faith, discipline, and leadership.   Come experience the Brotherhood free for 7 days, join the coaching calls, meet the men, and start doing the work alongside people who understand the battle.   Join The Rebuilt Man Brotherhood and start your free 7-day trial today. -  www.skool.com/rebootyourlife   Get your copy of Porn Free Man If this episode resonated with you, Porn Free Man is the next step.   Inside the book, Coach Frank Rich walks you through the exact identity-based framework that's helped more than 1,800 men break free from porn and rebuild every area of their lives.   Learn how to stop managing addiction and start becoming the man who no longer wants, needs, or desires porn.  

What if the problem isn't that you're not ready for senior leadership… but that you haven't yet recognised that you already are?After coaching hundreds of high-performing women in leadership, I've noticed a pattern: most women don't have a capability problem. They have a belief problem.They're already delivering results, influencing decisions, solving complex problems and creating serious impact. But somewhere along the way, a confidence knock, difficult boss, piece of feedback or experience has made them question whether they're really good enough.If that little voice in your head is constantly telling you that you're not good enough, grab my Imposter Syndrome Guide and start building your own evidence bank.Ready to stop second-guessing yourself and lead with more confidence, strategic thinking and impact? Join the 3SIXTY Leaders Club Wait ListPodcast Details:In this season finale of The Lucy Gernon Show, I'm sharing five signs that you may already be operating at the next level and perhaps have been for years.Because becoming a more confident leader isn't always about becoming someone new.Sometimes it's about remembering who you already are.And when you can do that, you can lead with more confidence, become more strategic and influential, and create greater impact without sacrificing your work-life balance or constantly feeling like you have something to prove.

Stepparenting can be deeply meaningful, but it can also leave you feeling rejected, exhausted, and unsure of your place in the family. We know how painful it is to care about a child, invest your heart, and still feel pushed away.In this episode, we sit down with Laura Petherbridge to talk honestly about the expectations that often set stepparents up for disappointment and the pressures that can eventually lead to burnout. Laura reminds us that thriving as a stepparent starts with understanding how blended families are different, recognizing what is and isn't within your control, and learning when to step back without stepping out. Laura is an author, speaker, chaplain, and life coach who presents on relationships and marriage, stepfamilies, co-parenting, divorce prevention, and divorce recovery. She has written several books, appeared on countless TV, radio, and podcast segments, and spoken across the U.S., Australia, and South Africa. She also offers a practical and encouraging monthly newsletter. (You can sign up using the link below!)Some additional things we explore with Laura include why a stepparent's influence matters more than forcing authority or closeness, how biological parents can unintentionally intensify burnout, and why protecting your identity outside the stepparent role is especially important for childless stepmoms.If stepparenting has worn you down, this conversation will help you release unrealistic expectations, protect your heart, find healthy support, and move forward with greater clarity and hope.You'll Discover:Why realistic expectations are essential for preventing stepparent disappointment and burnoutHow to distinguish healthy “stepping back” from emotionally checking out of the familyWhy influence is often a healthier goal for a stepparent than authority, control, or forcing connectionHow the biological parent can either reduce or intensify the pressure a stepparent experiencesWhy maintaining your own identity, relationships, and support system is especially important for childless stepparentsResources from this Episode:CLICK HERE to sign up for Laura's newsletterCLICK HERE to join Laura's private FB group for childless stepmomsScreens and Teens:  Connecting with Our Kids in a Wireless World by Kathy Koch PhD Ready for some extra support?We all need some extra support along the blending journey.  You can connect with us for a free coaching call to see how we might help you experience more clarity, confidence and connection in your home.  Schedule your free call here:  https://calendly.com/mikeandkimcoaching/freesession Subscribe or Follow the Show Click here to subscribe on YouTubeClick here to follow on Apple PodcastsClick here to follow on SpotifyLeave a Review in Apple PodcastsIf you're feeling extra helpful, we would be so grateful if you left us a review over on Apple Podcasts too. Your review will help others find our podcast — plus they're fun for us read to too! :-)  Just click here to Review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and then select “Write a Review” — let us know what your favorite part of the podcast is.  Thank you, we really appreciate your feedback!Click Here to join us on YouTube and be sure to subscribe!

Feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or like you've somehow made your life more complicated than it needs to be?In this short, honest, and permission-giving episode of the High Vibin' It Podcast, Kelsey Aida and Lynnsey Robinson talk about simplifying your life, coming back to the basics, and making space for what actually matters right now.Both Kelsey and Lynnsey are feeling close to overwhelm and burnout, which leads them to reflect on what is working, what isn't, and what they may be holding onto simply because they think they should. Together, they share the questions they've been asking themselves to create more clarity, space, and energy.From asking "What's most important to me right now?" to questioning whether something still needs to be done at all, this episode is an invitation to pause, reassess, and stop overcomplicating things. They also explore why saying "not right now" can be just as powerful as saying no, and why letting go of something today doesn't mean you'll never come back to it.If you've been feeling stretched too thin, stuck in old routines, or unsure what needs to change, this episode gives you permission to simplify, get your feet back on solid ground, and return to what's true for you right now.✨ What You'll Discover:Why simplifying your life can create more clarity and energyThe question to ask when everything feels equally importantHow to identify what actually matters to you right nowWhy saying "not right now" can be better than saying no foreverHow to recognize what isn't working in your lifeWhy you should question the things you're doing out of obligationHow to tell the difference between what you should do and what you actually wantWhy clarity only becomes powerful when you act on itHow to simplify without completely starting overWhy your business, relationships, and routines will always need updatesThe importance of honoring what feels right in your current seasonHow creating more space can help you receive new opportunitiesWhy your energy is a finite resourceHow to stop overcomplicating things that could be much simplerQuestions you can journal on to get back to the basics✨ Want more?In the extended Patreon episode, Kelsey and Lynnsey continue the conversation with a sneak peek from Kelsey's new book, The Manifesting Fix. They explore fear, clarity, self-trust, and what it means to stop letting fear drive your life. Kelsey also shares a tarot message from the book, offering guidance for anyone feeling scared about what might come after making a change.Join us on Patreon for early access, extended episodes, exclusive oracle card readings, bonus content, and behind-the-scenes fun—all for just a few bucks a month. The first 50 members will receive a FREE Manifestation Toolkit when we hit our community goal!

Do health coaches really need to keep pumping out new content every week to attract clients? According to content strategist Jana Osofsky, the answer is no. In this episode of the Health Coach Academy Podcast, Omar Cumberbatch sits down with Jana to rethink one of the most misunderstood marketing tools for health coaches: blogging. Instead of treating your blog like an endless content treadmill, Jana teaches coaches to build what she calls a Capsule Blog Library—a strategic collection of approximately 12–20 pieces of long-form content designed to answer the questions, address the objections, and communicate the ideas your ideal clients need to understand before they're ready to work with you. The goal isn't simply getting more website traffic. It's getting the right people to your website and creating content that moves those people closer to becoming paying clients. Jana explains the critical difference between blogging as a business and blogging for your business. For health coaches, service providers, and entrepreneurs, those require very different content strategies. Rather than chasing page views and constantly searching for new topics, Jana recommends creating long-form thought leadership that establishes your expertise and helps prospects understand why your approach is different. In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why blogging is still a powerful marketing strategy for health coaches The difference between blogging for traffic and blogging to generate clients What Jana's Capsule Blog Library is and why you may only need 12–20 strategic posts How long-form content can build trust, authority, and credibility with potential coaching clients Why you don't necessarily need massive website traffic to make your blog profitable How to decide what your ideal clients actually need to hear before they're ready to buy Why repeating your best marketing messages may be more effective than constantly creating something new How to repurpose and redistribute existing content instead of staying trapped on the content-creation treadmill Why Jana recommends focusing on your audience before obsessing over keywords and technical SEO How her "Unforced SEO" approach can help coaches create content they actually want to promote How AI and ChatGPT are changing blogging and Google search Why completely AI-generated content can struggle to communicate your unique perspective How health coaches can use ChatGPT as a writing assistant without outsourcing their thought leadership Why your ideas, opinions, methodology, and perspective are becoming even more valuable in an AI-driven world AI Should Enhance Your Voice—Not Replace It Jana also shares a practical approach to using AI for content creation. Rather than asking ChatGPT to determine what you believe and then write an entire article for you, Jana encourages coaches to develop the core ideas themselves first. In her process, coaches outline with their own brains and establish their unique point of view before bringing AI into the drafting process. The result is a hybrid approach: use AI to become faster and more efficient while keeping the expertise, experiences, opinions, and thought leadership that make your content uniquely yours. That's especially important as AI-generated answers increasingly give consumers basic information without requiring them to visit a website. Generic information is becoming easier to obtain. Your unique perspective is what AI can't easily replace. Stop Asking, "What Should I Post?" One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation is a simple shift in how health coaches approach content marketing. Instead of constantly asking: "What should I write about this week?" Ask: "What does my ideal client need to understand, believe, or feel before they're ready to buy my offer?" Build your content around those answers. Then repeat those core messages consistently. Jana argues that repetition—not an endless stream of brand-new ideas—is what helps your audience understand what you do, trust your expertise, and eventually associate you with the problem you solve. For health coaches who are exhausted from trying to keep up with Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, podcasts, newsletters, blogs, SEO, and the latest algorithm, this episode offers a refreshingly different approach: Create fewer pieces of content. Make them more strategic. And make every piece work harder for your business. About Jana Osofsky Jana Osofsky is a content strategist who has spent years helping coaches and service providers—particularly health coaches—use blogging, Pinterest, and long-form content to grow their businesses. After working in corporate HR and marketing, Jana moved into online business and spent approximately five years providing done-for-you Pinterest strategy and blog strategy services. After repeatedly hearing clients ask not simply where they should promote their content but what they should actually create, she developed her High Leverage Content approach. Today, she helps entrepreneurs create strategic long-form content designed not merely to attract attention, but to help turn the right readers into paying clients.  

What happens when the path in front of you makes perfect sense, and you know it is no longer yours? After 10 years in the Navy as an MH-60R helicopter pilot and aircraft commander, Zach Rodriguez had an obvious next move: commercial aviation. It would have been lucrative, respected, predictable, and easy to explain. He chose something else. Today, Zach is the founder of Outlive Financial Planning, a fee-only fiduciary firm helping high-income millennials and families align their time, health, and money so they can live well now while planning wisely for later. But this episode is about more than a career pivot. It is about recognizing the thread running through a life that can look disconnected from the outside. Zach's story includes surviving a helicopter crash landing, navigating financial instability early in life, watching his father face cancer, becoming deeply interested in health and longevity, studying soil science, becoming a father, and eventually questioning what accumulating wealth is actually for. None of those experiences appeared to belong together. Until they did. In this conversation, we explore the difference between manufacturing differentiation and integrating the story that is already yours. Zach shares how his seemingly unrelated experiences became the foundation for a financial planning philosophy centered on resilience, intentional living, risk, family, health, and the finite nature of time. We also challenge one of the most common assumptions in traditional financial planning: that the goal is simply to save as much as possible for someday. Because building wealth matters. But so does knowing what the wealth is for. If you are standing at the edge of a career transition, questioning a path that still works but no longer fits, or wondering how the different chapters of your life connect to the work you are here to do, this conversation may help you see your own story differently. In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why the most logical next career move may not be the right one Why reclaiming control of his time became a defining career decision What surviving a helicopter crash taught him about risk, resilience, and the value of time Why health and longevity became inseparable from his philosophy about money The danger of accumulating wealth without asking what that wealth is actually for Why "live well now, plan wisely for later" challenges traditional retirement thinking How seemingly random interests and career chapters can reveal a much larger pattern Why authentic differentiation is often discovered through integration and not invented through messaging Get your free 3-part video series on "The Parts of Your Financial Plan Most Advisors Skip" https://outlivefinancial.com/your-passion-purpose-personalbrand-podcast CONNECT WITH ZACH Website: https://outlivefinancial.com/  TikTok tiktok.com/@truewealthzach LinkedIn (personal) linkedin.com/in/zachdrodriguez YouTube youtube.com/@TrueWealthZach Instagram instagram.com/truewealthzach X (Twitter) x.com/zach_rod CONNECT WITH LISA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mcguire/ Website: https://lisamcguire.com/ Diagnostic: Successfully Stuck: The First Truth Kit: https://go.lisamcguire.com/first-truth-kit  ArchitectHer Website: https://architecther.org  Bonus: Mention that you heard about ArchitectHer on this podcast and receive a complimentary one-hour Identity Integration Session with Lisa upon enrollment in the ArchitectHer experience.

Why Narcissists Feed Off Your Emotions (And How to Stop It) A Live Workshop Episode with Lisa A. Romano, Breakthrough Life Coach Have you ever felt like a narcissist can instantly trigger you, no matter how hard you try to stay calm? Do you find yourself replaying conversations, defending yourself, overexplaining, or feeling emotionally drained after interacting with certain people? If so, you are not weak. And you are not crazy. In this powerful live workshop episode, Lisa A. Romano explains why narcissists thrive on emotional reactions and how childhood trauma can leave people vulnerable to manipulation, self-doubt, and emotional exhaustion. Through deep psychological insight, nervous system awareness, and trauma-informed healing, Lisa reveals how reclaiming your emotional energy is one of the most important steps in breaking free from narcissistic influence. This is not about controlling others. It is about mastering yourself. In This Episode You'll Discover:

Do you feel as though you've reached an emotional cul-de-sac in midlife? In this uplifting conversation, Lynne talks with Tina Bernard, founder of The Badass Arts™, about rebuilding self-trust, interrupting old patterns, and recognizing that midlife isn't the end of the adventure. It may be the beginning of your most honest and fulfilling chapter yet.                                                                              _________________ Have you ever looked at the life you've built and quietly wondered, Is this really all there is? You may have spent decades building a career, nurturing relationships, raising a family, and meeting everyone else's needs. Then midlife arrives, bringing changes in your body, family, relationships, career, or identity—and suddenly, you're no longer sure where you fit. In this episode of Living Life Naturally, Lynne talks with Tina Bernard, founder of The Badass Arts™, about what happens when women reach what Tina calls an "emotional cul-de-sac." Rather than seeing midlife as a plateau, Tina encourages women to view it as an opportunity to question the patterns they've inherited, reconnect with their inner wisdom, and create a life that feels more honest and aligned. Tina shares the personal experiences behind The Badass Arts™, including her journey through an unhealthy marriage, single motherhood, financial hardship, rebuilding her life, finding love again, and leaving her corporate career to create a movement for women in their middle years. Together, Lynne and Tina explore how women can move beyond regret, quiet their "doubt goblins," and make small but meaningful changes that strengthen self-trust. Tina also shares four simple expressions of purpose available to every woman: love, laugh, labor, and learn. Purpose doesn't always need to involve an enormous mission or dramatic reinvention. It can be found in how we love others, make room for joy, contribute to the world, and remain curious about life. This conversation is a warm and refreshing reminder that you are not your patterns—and it's never too late to choose a different response. In This Episode, You'll Discover Why midlife can feel like an emotional cul-de-sac The difference between living authentically and living according to expectations How major transitions can weaken—or awaken—your sense of identity A powerful question to ask when life presents a challenge Why a simple morning ritual can set the emotional tone for your day Tina's four universal expressions of purpose Why love is something we practice, not simply something we feel How curiosity helps keep us emotionally engaged with life Why regret and joyful appreciation struggle to coexist How old patterns develop—and why they don't define you The surprising power of making very small behavioral shifts How midlife can become a season of freedom, possibility, and reinvention Guest Introduction Today, I'm joined by Tina Bernard, founder of The Badass Arts™, a movement designed to help women in midlife move beyond old patterns and create lives filled with more soul, substance, and sass. Drawing from her professional experience, education, personal hardships, and lifelong fascination with the human condition, Tina helps women bridge the gap between what they know and how they actually live. Her work explores self-trust, emotional intelligence, meaningful change, and the tiny shifts that can transform a woman's relationship with herself and her future. Welcome, Tina. I'm delighted to have you with us today. Key Takeaways Look for the gift or opportunity When life changes unexpectedly, Tina suggests asking: "What is the gift or opportunity within this challenge?" This isn't about pretending that something painful is positive. It's about remaining open to what the experience might teach you or make possible. Create a brief morning ritual Before getting out of bed or reaching for your phone, pause long enough to decide how you want to enter the day. Even 30 seconds of intention can help you move out of autopilot. Reconsider what purpose means Tina believes we share four fundamental expressions of purpose: Love: Act with care, compassion, and kindness. Laugh: Make room for playfulness, pleasure, and spontaneous joy. Labor: Contribute something meaningful and help make the world better. Learn: Stay curious about yourself, other people, and life. Remember that you're not your patterns Your automatic responses may have developed through past experiences, but they aren't your identity. With awareness, commitment, and small changes, those patterns can be interrupted. Memorable Quotes "You are not your patterns." "Between the mess we experience and the miracles we desire, there has to be a bridge." "What's the gift or opportunity within this challenge?" "Love is a verb." "The moment we stop learning and our curiosity dulls, that's when life begins to feel over." "If you're living in regret, it's difficult to live in joyful appreciation." "Tiny shifts may feel as though they're taking longer, but when they finally land, your life is different." Connect With Tina Bernard Learn more about Tina and The Badass Arts™: Website: The Badass Arts About Tina: Meet Tina Bernard Blog: Reflections of a Badass LinkedIn: Tina Bernard Facebook: Tina Bernard Private Facebook Group: The Badass Arts Collective Free Resource: Tame Your Doubt Goblins [Insert Tina's direct free-gift link or QR-code destination] Connect With Lynne Imagine not having to "figure out midlife" on your own anymore.

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Send us Fan MailWhat if the frustration, anger, and resistance showing up in your organization aren't signs of disengagement—but signals that your people still deeply care?In Part Two of From Zombies to Zealots: Cultivating Passion and Purpose in Healthcare Leadership, host Chris Comeaux continues his thought-provoking conversation with DJ Mitsch, author, master coach, and founder of the Healthcare Coaching Institute, and Tasha Walsh, CEO and Executive Director of ConnectionsPlus Healthcare + Hospice.Healthcare and hospice professionals often enter the field because they feel called to the work.  But regulations, audits, documentation requirements, productivity pressures, and constant organizational change can gradually disconnect people from that deeper sense of purpose.  DJ challenges leaders to recognize what happens when meaningful, purpose-driven work becomes dominated by the language of compliance rather than creation. Using the real-world example of hospice audits and documentation pressure, the conversation explores how fear of financial clawbacks and increased scrutiny can ripple through an organization and contribute to caregiver burnout. Rather than ignoring those emotions, DJ and Tasha encourage leaders to acknowledge them—and use anger, fear, frustration, and even pushback as valuable information.As DJ explains, anger can become fuel for change.  Tasha takes that idea further: what lies beneath someone's frustration may be a deep commitment to patients, coworkers, or the mission.  Effective leaders learn to uncover that meaning, transform emotional energy into courage, and create space for difficult but necessary conversations. In This Episode, You'll Discover:Why purpose-driven healthcare professionals can become disconnected from their callingHow leaders can shift the organizational conversation from compliance to creationWhy anger, fear, frustration, and resistance shouldn't automatically be labeled “negative”How to use emotion as information—and transform it into constructive actionWhy taking a breath and really listening can change the direction of a difficult interactionHow leaders can create cultures where people feel safe bringing their authentic selves to workWhy organizational culture is shaped by what leaders repeatedly tolerate, encourage, and createHow healthcare leaders can become change agents rather than passive participants in a dysfunctional systemOne of the most powerful ideas from the conversation is that naming what people are experiencing can reduce its hold over them.  By giving language to fear, anger, and frustration, leaders can help their teams redirect that energy toward something more productive.And ultimately, the goal isn't simply to build a more “resilient” workforce.It's to create an environment where people are excited to come to life fully every day.What is the culture you're creating helping your people become—zombies or zealots?Guest:Tasha Walsh, LCSW, PCC CEO/ED of Connections Plus Healthcare + Hospice Darelyn DJ Mitsch, Author, Master Coach, and Chief Energy Officer, The Pyramid Resource Group, Home of the Healthcare Coaching Institute and Team Advantage Team Coaching Host:Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOS, author of The Anatomy of LeadershipIf this conversation resonates with you, like, subscribe, and share this episode with another healthcare, hospice, or business leader who is working to create a more engaged, purpose-driven culture.The Anatomy of Leadership podcast explores the art and science of leadership through candid, insightful conversations with thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers from a variety of industries. Hosted by Chris Comeaux, each episode dives into the mindsets, habits, and strategies that empower leaders to thrive in complex, fast-changing environments. With topics ranging from organizational culture and emotional intelligence to navigating disruption and inspiring teams, the show blends real-world stories with practical takeaways. The goal is simple yet ambitious: to equip leaders at every level with the tools, perspectives, and inspiration they need to lead with vision, empathy, and impact.https://www.teleioscn.org/anatomy-of-leadership

What if the frustration, anger, and resistance showing up in your organization aren't signs of disengagement—but signals that your people still deeply care?In Part Two of From Zombies to Zealots: Cultivating Passion and Purpose in Healthcare Leadership, host Chris Comeaux continues his thought-provoking conversation with DJ Mitsch, author, master coach, and founder of the Healthcare Coaching Institute, and Tasha Walsh, CEO and Executive Director of ConnectionsPlus Healthcare + Hospice.Healthcare and hospice professionals often enter the field because they feel called to the work.  But regulations, audits, documentation requirements, productivity pressures, and constant organizational change can gradually disconnect people from that deeper sense of purpose.  DJ challenges leaders to recognize what happens when meaningful, purpose-driven work becomes dominated by the language of compliance rather than creation. Using the real-world example of hospice audits and documentation pressure, the conversation explores how fear of financial clawbacks and increased scrutiny can ripple through an organization and contribute to caregiver burnout. Rather than ignoring those emotions, DJ and Tasha encourage leaders to acknowledge them—and use anger, fear, frustration, and even pushback as valuable information.As DJ explains, anger can become fuel for change.  Tasha takes that idea further: what lies beneath someone's frustration may be a deep commitment to patients, coworkers, or the mission.  Effective leaders learn to uncover that meaning, transform emotional energy into courage, and create space for difficult but necessary conversations. In This Episode, You'll Discover:Why purpose-driven healthcare professionals can become disconnected from their callingHow leaders can shift the organizational conversation from compliance to creationWhy anger, fear, frustration, and resistance shouldn't automatically be labeled “negative”How to use emotion as information—and transform it into constructive actionWhy taking a breath and really listening can change the direction of a difficult interactionHow leaders can create cultures where people feel safe bringing their authentic selves to workWhy organizational culture is shaped by what leaders repeatedly tolerate, encourage, and createHow healthcare leaders can become change agents rather than passive participants in a dysfunctional systemOne of the most powerful ideas from the conversation is that naming what people are experiencing can reduce its hold over them.  By giving language to fear, anger, and frustration, leaders can help their teams redirect that energy toward something more productive.And ultimately, the goal isn't simply to build a more “resilient” workforce.It's to create an environment where people are excited to come to life fully every day.What is the culture you're creating helping your people become—zombies or zealots?Guest:Tasha Walsh, LCSW, PCC CEO/ED of Connections Plus Healthcare + Hospice Darelyn DJ Mitsch, Author, Master Coach, and Chief Energy Officer, The Pyramid Resource Group, Home of the Healthcare Coaching Institute and Team Advantage Team Coaching Host:Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOS, author of The Anatomy of LeadershipIf this conversation resonates with you, like, subscribe, and share this episode with another healthcare, hospice, or business leader who is working to create a more engaged, purpose-driven culture.Teleios Collaborative Network   /   https://www.teleioscn.org/tcntalkspodcast

Welcome to Episode 322 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This episode is about discernment, intuition, nervous system regulation, and learning how to think independently when navigating your child's health challenges. Dr. Cammy Benton shares the painful experience that pushed her beyond conventional medicine after one of her daughters became severely ill. Despite being a physician herself, she found herself dismissed, gaslit, and pressured to ignore her own instincts while her child continued deteriorating. What followed completely transformed how she views medicine, parenting, and healing. You'll hear why curiosity, humility, and critical thinking matter so much when choosing practitioners and making decisions for your child. You'll also hear why nervous system regulation is essential if parents want to access their own intuition clearly. This is not about rejecting medicine. It's about remaining conscious, engaged, and empowered while navigating complex decisions. The secret this week is… Don't Hand Over Your AUTHORITY You'll Discover: Why fear can cause you to doubt your own instincts (14:11) How fear can cloud your ability to make good decisions (34:31) Why curiosity and humility lead to better healthcare decisions (26:39) Why you shouldn't outsource your discernment to anyone (32:04) Why regulating yourself helps your child thrive (36:14) About Our Guest: Dr. Cammy Benton, MD is a functional medicine physician, IFM-certified and currently completing a longevity fellowship with A4M. Since 2016, she has owned Benton Integrative, a holistic concierge practice in Huntersville, North Carolina. A graduate of medical school in 2000 and Family Medicine residency in 2004, she has spent over two decades studying integrative modalities including nutrition, homeopathy, Ayurveda, sexual health, functional medicine, and psychedelic medicine. She is a Founding Director of Physicians for Informed Consent, advocating for truly informed medical choice, and is also a student of ancient healing traditions. https://www.bentonintegrative.com/ Additional Resources: To learn more about personalized 1:1 support go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

David shares insights from his work with children and families, shedding light on how depression in young people often looks different than it does in adults. From physical complaints like GI issues and tension headaches to sudden outbursts and tech overload, this conversation offers parents a reassuring roadmap to approach their child with curiosity, groundedness, and "courageous love". Tune in to Discover: Why children often express complex feelings of depression through primitive, intuitive reactions like anger, shouting, or behavioral outbursts rather than quiet sadness How physical symptoms, such as tension headaches, stomach issues, and changes in digestion, frequently serve as early warning signs of emotional distress Why algorithms and open access to games like Roblox can overwhelm young minds, along with practical tips for setting healthy tablet limits Key indicators that a child needs extra help Resources Sagent Behavioral Health Child & Adolescent Therapy Services Contact the podcast: Podcast@SagentBH.com Subscribe & Review If you found this episode helpful, please consider subscribing to Everyday Therapy and leaving us a review. It helps others discover the podcast and take the next step toward meaningful mental health support. Do you have feedback or topic requests? Email us at Podcast@SagentBH.com We'd love to hear from you! Follow along:InstagramFacebookNystrom & Associates

Send us Fan MailWhat turns a passionate healthcare professional into a “zombie” at work—and what can leaders do to help reignite that sense of purpose?In Part One of From Zombies to Zealots: Cultivating Passion and Purpose in Healthcare Leadership, host Chris Comeaux is joined by DJ Mitsch, author, master coach, and founder of the Healthcare Coaching Institute, and Tasha Walsh, CEO and Executive Director of ConnectionsPlus Healthcare + Hospice, for a thought-provoking conversation about burnout, workplace culture, leadership energy, and reconnecting healthcare professionals to their calling.Healthcare professionals often enter the field with a deep sense of mission. But regulatory pressure, productivity expectations, audits, quality metrics, and constant organizational change can gradually disconnect people from the heart of why they chose this work. As DJ explains, when organizations focus primarily on mandates, productivity, and profitability rather than the human beings doing the work, healthcare can become transactional rather than transformational. DJ and Tasha explore why language is one of the most powerful indicators of organizational culture. Leaders can learn a great deal by listening not only to what employees say, but also to the emotional currents beneath words such as “pushback,” resistance, and disengagement. The goal isn't simply greater compliance—it's creating language and leadership practices that empower, clarify, and reconnect people to purpose. In This Episode, You'll Discover:Why passionate healthcare professionals can gradually become “zombified”How productivity and compliance can overshadow purposeWhy leaders should pay close attention to the language of their organizationThe difference between a workplace “zombie” and a purpose-driven “zealot”How leadership energy influences employees—and ultimately patient careWhy connection and belonging are essential to sustaining passionHow leaders can help employees reconnect with the mission that brought them into healthcareWhy changing workplace culture begins with how leaders listen, communicate, and show upA “zealot,” as DJ describes it, is someone who stays connected to purpose even when organizations change, leaders leave, or circumstances become chaotic. They remember that they belong to something bigger than themselves. For hospice leaders, healthcare executives, nonprofit leaders, and anyone responsible for organizational culture, this conversation offers a different way of thinking about burnout and workforce engagement: perhaps the answer isn't another program or initiative, but helping people rediscover the meaning, connection, and purpose already embedded in the work.Subscribe and don't miss Part Two of this conversation, as Chris, DJ, and Tasha continue exploring how leaders can transform healthcare cultures from burnout and disengagement toward greater passion, connection, and purpose.Guest:Tasha Walsh, LCSW, PCC CEO/ED of Connections Plus Healthcare + Hospice Darelyn DJ Mitsch, Author, Master Coach, and Chief Energy Officer, The Pyramid Resource Group, Home of the Healthcare Coaching Institute and Team Advantage Team Coaching Host:Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOS, author of The Anatomy of LeadershipThe Anatomy of Leadership podcast explores the art and science of leadership through candid, insightful conversations with thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers from a variety of industries. Hosted by Chris Comeaux, each episode dives into the mindsets, habits, and strategies that empower leaders to thrive in complex, fast-changing environments. With topics ranging from organizational culture and emotional intelligence to navigating disruption and inspiring teams, the show blends real-world stories with practical takeaways. The goal is simple yet ambitious: to equip leaders at every level with the tools, perspectives, and inspiration they need to lead with vision, empathy, and impact.https://www.teleioscn.org/anatomy-of-leadership

Send us Fan MailWhat if everything you thought about evangelism is actually getting in the way? This week on Midweek Motivation, Jess and Pastor Gabe have an honest conversation about the baggage Christians carry around sharing their faith, why the "spiritual salesperson" approach backfires, and a simple five-step framework called BLESS that changes the whole game. Gabe confesses how he started out blitzing his neighborhood with church invites and what happened when he stopped.Discover:Why most Christians feel like they have to become a different person to share their faithhe BLESS framework: Begin with prayer, Listen, Eat together, Serve, Share your storyHow Gabe's 20-year neighborhood journey went from door-to-door invites to an organic prayer circleWhy trust is the only currency that matters for the gospel in PortlandHow to use the free BLESS tool right from the Westside appThe difference between a transactional approach and a relational lifestyleThe best part? None of this requires you to be someone you're not. You don't need a megaphone. You don't need all the answers. You just need to be willing to listen, show up, and share your own story when the time comes. This is the Jesus way, and it's been working for 2,000 years.Key Takeaways:Evangelism starts with prayer and listening, not talkingTrust is built through presence, not invitationsYou don't need to know all the Bible answers to share your storyServing someone's real needs opens doors that arguments never willThis is a lifestyle, not a program or a tactic with an end dateQuestion for you to think about:What would it look like to invest in one neighbor this week with zero agenda other than actually knowing them?If this reframed how you think about sharing your faith, pass it along to someone who needs to hear it. Drop a comment with your story. Subscribe so you never miss a Midweek Motivation.Series: The Wild Work of God (Acts 1-6) at Westside Community ChurchSUBSCRIBE to always see our content and let us reach more people for Jesus: https://www.youtube.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx?sub_confirmation=1Give to support this ministry and help us reach people all around the world: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/giveWebsite: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/westsidecommunitychurchFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx#MidweekMotivation #BLESS #Evangelism #WestsideCommunityChurch #ShareYourFaith #WildWorkOfGod #ChristianLiving #Community #Trust #Portland

What turns a passionate healthcare professional into a “zombie” at work—and what can leaders do to help reignite that sense of purpose?In Part One of From Zombies to Zealots: Cultivating Passion and Purpose in Healthcare Leadership, host Chris Comeaux is joined by DJ Mitsch, author, master coach, and founder of the Healthcare Coaching Institute, and Tasha Walsh, CEO and Executive Director of ConnectionsPlus Healthcare + Hospice, for a thought-provoking conversation about burnout, workplace culture, leadership energy, and reconnecting healthcare professionals to their calling.Healthcare professionals often enter the field with a deep sense of mission. But regulatory pressure, productivity expectations, audits, quality metrics, and constant organizational change can gradually disconnect people from the heart of why they chose this work. As DJ explains, when organizations focus primarily on mandates, productivity, and profitability rather than the human beings doing the work, healthcare can become transactional rather than transformational. DJ and Tasha explore why language is one of the most powerful indicators of organizational culture. Leaders can learn a great deal by listening not only to what employees say, but also to the emotional currents beneath words such as “pushback,” resistance, and disengagement. The goal isn't simply greater compliance—it's creating language and leadership practices that empower, clarify, and reconnect people to purpose. In This Episode, You'll Discover:Why passionate healthcare professionals can gradually become “zombified”How productivity and compliance can overshadow purposeWhy leaders should pay close attention to the language of their organizationThe difference between a workplace “zombie” and a purpose-driven “zealot”How leadership energy influences employees—and ultimately patient careWhy connection and belonging are essential to sustaining passionHow leaders can help employees reconnect with the mission that brought them into healthcareWhy changing workplace culture begins with how leaders listen, communicate, and show upA “zealot,” as DJ describes it, is someone who stays connected to purpose even when organizations change, leaders leave, or circumstances become chaotic. They remember that they belong to something bigger than themselves. For hospice leaders, healthcare executives, nonprofit leaders, and anyone responsible for organizational culture, this conversation offers a different way of thinking about burnout and workforce engagement: perhaps the answer isn't another program or initiative, but helping people rediscover the meaning, connection, and purpose already embedded in the work.Subscribe and don't miss Part Two of this conversation, as Chris, DJ, and Tasha continue exploring how leaders can transform healthcare cultures from burnout and disengagement toward greater passion, connection, and purpose.Guest:Tasha Walsh, LCSW, PCC CEO/ED of Connections Plus Healthcare + Hospice Darelyn DJ Mitsch, Author, Master Coach, and Chief Energy Officer, The Pyramid Resource Group, Home of the Healthcare Coaching Institute and Team Advantage Team Coaching Host:Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOS, author of The Anatomy of LeadershipTeleios Collaborative Network   /   https://www.teleioscn.org/tcntalkspodcast

Most manufacturers did not decide to be invisible. They grew on referrals, landed a handful of customers who covered the bills, and never had to explain themselves to a stranger. Dave Crysler sits down with Curt Anderson, founder of B2Btail and author of Stop Being the Best Kept Secret, to talk about how that quiet approach stopped working and what to do about it. Along the way they get into the part most marketing conversations skip: what happens when the phone finally rings and the shop cannot carry the work. What You'll Discover: • Why "we're the best kept secret" started as a badge of honor and quietly became a growth problem • The buyer who flew in to tour a plant, loved it, and admitted he almost cancelled the trip because of the website • How the Digital Game Plan actually starts, with strengths and opportunities rather than a new website • Why "we can do it for anybody" is almost never true, and how to find the niche a shop is already in • The rounding the bases exercise, and the contract manufacturer who learned half their customers added up to less than four percent of the business • What "out-teach the competition" means in practice, and the football coach line that answers the secret sauce objection • Why a 40-person steel company outside Buffalo is building a real audience on Instagram • What happened when Curt turned the marketing on for a manufacturer whose office could not absorb the RFQs • The teeter totter effect, where cutting lead times and freeing up capacity can feel exactly like failing • The first thing to do on Monday morning if you already know you are the best kept secret in your market If you have ever looked at a slow quarter and realized nobody in the building knows how to make the phone ring, this conversation is for you. It is also for the operations leader on the other side of that problem, the one who knows what happens when demand shows up before the shop is ready for it. Curt and Dave work opposite ends of the same growth problem, and this episode is about where those two ends meet. Connect with Curt Anderson: b2btail.com | LinkedIn

Most men in their 35-60 season of life have mastered pushing through. What fewer have mastered is knowing when to stop - and leading themselves through that decision with wisdom, humility, and purpose. In this episode, we get personal about a hypertensive health crisis that became one of the most clarifying leadership moments of a driven man's life. Through five pivot points, biblical grounding, and practical steps, this episode calls men to steward their bodies as an act of service to everyone who depends on them. In This Episode You'll Discover Why self-awareness is the foundation of every leadership quality you'll ever develop How obedience shows up in the form of listening to your body The difference between pushing through and pressing toward the right outcome Why rest is a sacred act, not a sign of weakness How to define what "keep going" means in your current season of life The Five Pivot Points The Realization - Honest self-assessment as the first act of leadership The Decision - Making the best call available and staying open to adjustment The Stop - Why stopping is sometimes the most productive move a leader makes The Kept Going - Redirecting persistence toward the right outcome The Learning - Carrying the lesson forward as a mature, purpose-driven man Scripture References Proverbs 4:23 - "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." James 1:5 - "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him." Proverbs 15:22 - "Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed." Matthew 11:28 - "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Isaiah 40:31 - "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." Romans 12:2 - "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." 3 John 1:2 - "Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well." learn more: https://dwaynehroberts.com

Welcome to Episode 321 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Parents make high-stakes decisions for their children all the time. And those decisions become much harder when they're surrounded by conflicting opinions, uncertainty, pressure, and fear. My guest this week is Dr. Taylor Bean, a Naturopathic Doctor and MAPS Fellow who is passionate about helping parents understand their options so they can make more informed decisions for their unique child. Her own journey into informed consent began when she became a mother, and that principle now runs throughout her work with families. In this conversation, we cover a lot of ground. Dr. Bean explains why she thinks the earliest years matter so much for establishing microbial health, why food introduction deserves more thought than it often receives, and how genetics can help practitioners better understand a child's inflammatory response. We also explore Vitamin A, probiotics, homeopathy, fever, and practical ways parents can prepare before their child gets sick. And we dive into vaccine decision-making, including why Dr. Bean believes so many parents find themselves in a "gray zone" where they aren't looking for someone to tell them what to do.  They want to understand their options so they can decide for themselves.. That's the bigger message here. You don't need someone else to make the decision for you. You need the information, support, and confidence to make an informed decision that's right for your child. The secret this week is…  Never Make Decisions Out Of FEAR You'll Discover: Why informed consent became foundational to Dr. Bean's work (3:15) Why MTHFR isn't the whole story when considering inflammatory response (15:50) Why Vitamin A plays such an important role in Dr. Bean's approach (19:32) How being prepared can reduce fear when your child gets sick (27:47) Why so many parents are stuck in the vaccine "gray zone" (40:44) About Our Guest: Dr. Taylor Bean is a Naturopathic Doctor and owner of TaylorMade Wellness in Salmon Arm, British Columbia. Becoming a mother is where her core value of achieving informed consent was born. While her profession taught her to be curious and treat each patient individually, it was her positive birthing experiences that changed her perspective on what a true doctor-patient relationship means. Her career started in Singapore, where she supported patients throughout Southeast Asia. She has been supporting Canadian families since 2016. www.drtaylorbean.com Vaccine Education Masteclass References in this Episode: MAPS Parent Conference - September 12-13, 2026 in Philadelphia, PA - Use code PARENT20 for discounted admission Medical Academy of Pediatrics & Special Needs (MAPS) Dr. Ben Lynch Additional Resources: To learn more about personalized 1:1 support go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Send us Fan MailWhat if the cure for your anxiety, your loneliness, or that loop of negative thoughts isn't more self-care, but stepping outside of yourself entirely? This week on Midweek Motivation, Jess sits down with Nancy, a psychologist and coach, to unpack what the research actually says about what happens in your brain when you serve others. Turns out, the science lines up perfectly with what God designed us for all along.Discover:Why self-focus mirrors what psychologists call "mental rumination" (a nice way of saying obsessing)How compassionate acts activate your brain's reward centers and create a reinforcing loopThe difference between "fluctuating happiness" and "authentic, durable happiness"Why self-transcendence is negatively correlated with depression, anxiety, and obsessive thoughtsHow to get your kids outside of themselves and shift their perspective for years to comeThe spectrum from codependency to extreme independence, and where healthy interdependence livesA practical local resource for one-off volunteer opportunities (no long-term commitment required)We live in a culture that says "you do you." But the research, and scripture, both point to something deeper: we were made to be intertwined. Like Redwood trees whose roots hold each other up through every storm, our wellbeing is connected to how we show up for the people around us.Key Takeaways:Serving others releases dopamine and serotonin, creating a reinforcing loop in your brain's reward centersSelf-transcendence is protective against depression, anxiety, and obsessive thinkingYou don't need grand gestures. Holding a door or sharing a lunch counts.Modeling altruism for your kids can shift their worldview for decadesTake care of yourself AND others. Interdependence, not codependence.Question for you to think about:What's one small thing you could do this week to step outside of your own head and into someone else's day?If this reframed something for you, share it with a friend who's been stuck in their own head lately. Drop a comment and let us know how you're putting this into practice. Subscribe so you never miss a Midweek Motivation.Scriptures referenced: The Greatest Commandment (love God, love others as yourself)Series tie-in: Serving series at Westside Community ChurchLocal resource: Hands On Portland: handsonportland.orgSUBSCRIBE to always see our content and let us reach more people for Jesus: https://www.youtube.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx?sub_confirmation=1Give to support this ministry and help us reach people all around the world: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/giveWebsite: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/westsidecommunitychurchFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx#MidweekMotivation #MentalHealth #ServingOthers #WestsideCommunityChurch #Anxiety #Psychology #ChristianFaith #DurableHappiness #Community #BrainScience

Could the real reason you're avoiding book marketing have nothing to do with marketing?You know you need to talk about your book, yet every time you think about promoting it, reaching out, or asking for the sale, something inside you pulls back.This week's guest is Judy Kane, author of Your Four Truths: How Beliefs Impact Your Life and an expert in uncovering the subconscious beliefs that shape our choices.Judy explains how fear of visibility, rejection, criticism, and selling can quietly hold authors back, even when they believe deeply in their books. You'll discover how to recognize the stories driving your resistance, fact-check assumptions that may no longer be true, and use visualization to create a more confident response to marketing.We also explore how early beliefs about money, self-worth, and success can affect your willingness to sell, charge for your work, and receive the opportunities your book creates.What You'll Discover:Why marketing can feel more threatening than it isHow to challenge the stories holding you backWhy reconnecting with your purpose changes marketingHow visualization can build confidenceHow money beliefs influence sellingTune in to uncover the hidden beliefs that may be holding your book back and discover how to move forward with greater confidence.Here's how to connect with Judy:WebsiteLinkedInBuy a copy of her book: Your4Truths: How Beliefs Impact Your LifeBook your 15 minute free consultation*************************************************************************What Should I Do When Book Marketing Feels Overwhelming?You poured your heart into writing your book because you wanted to make a difference. It deserves to be discovered.If marketing feels confusing, frustrating, or like you're spinning your wheels, the Author Influencer Circle will help you build authority, attract opportunities, and market your book with clarity and confidence.Learn more about the Author Influencer Circle and discover how your book can open doors to speaking, clients, partnerships, and meaningful income.*************************************************************************

Have you ever been your own toughest critic?You know the voice.The one that tells you you're not ready. That everyone else knows more than you. That replays conversations long after they're over and convinces you that you're somehow not enough.The truth is, if you're a woman in leadership, that inner critic may be costing you far more than you realise.Ready to Rebuild Your Leadership Confidence and Self-Trust in the Next 30 Days? Register now to our Free Confidence MasterclassPodcast Details:In this episode of The Lucy Gernon Show, I explore why so many high-achieving women struggle with self-doubt despite years of success, and why confidence isn't about eliminating fear, it's about learning to trust yourself again.If you're ready to stop second-guessing yourself and start leading with conviction, this episode is for you.

What if the next chapter of your life doesn't require you to become someone new? After five months and twenty-two episodes exploring identity, leadership, success, belonging, worthiness, reinvention, and the hidden friction that keeps us attached to who we've already outgrown, one truth has become impossible to ignore: Identity evolution isn't about becoming someone better. It's about returning to who you were before adaptation became identity. In this final episode of the Identity Evolution Series, Lisa McGuire looks back at the journey that began with feeling successfully stuck and reveals the deeper pattern beneath every conversation. What appeared to be a series about reinvention was actually a journey of remembrance. Because there comes a point when the role that built your reputation can no longer carry the person you've become. The strategies that created success still work, but they no longer feel true. Achievement stops answering the questions you're actually asking. That doesn't necessarily mean something has gone wrong. It may mean an identity has ended before your life has caught up. Lisa explores what happens when adaptation quietly becomes personality, responsibility becomes self-worth, achievement becomes belonging, and proving becomes purpose. She also shares the four phases that have emerged beneath her work (Remember, Reconcile, Express, and Contribute)and why returning to yourself changes far more than how you feel. It changes how you lead, build, relate, decide, and contribute. The conversation also looks toward the future of leadership and the New Human Economy, where judgment, discernment, trust, meaning, and relationship become increasingly valuable as technology and artificial intelligence reshape the way we work. And Lisa reveals what these twenty-two episodes helped her finally understand about her own life's work: She isn't here to help people become different. She's here to help people stop abandoning themselves. Because your Category of ONLY™ isn't something you manufacture to stand out. It's what becomes visible when your inner life and outer expression stop negotiating with each other. The question is no longer: Who do I need to become? It may be: What deserves to exist because I was here? In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why identity evolution is less about reinvention and more about remembrance What it means when success still works, but no longer fits Why the identity that created your last chapter may not be able to lead your next one How adaptation can gradually become self-abandonment Why your former selves deserve gratitude rather than judgment The connection between self-knowledge, authentic leadership, and contribution Why traditionally labeled "soft skills" are becoming critical leadership capabilities The four phases of returning to self: Remember, Reconcile, Express, Contribute Why Category of ONLY™ is about recognition rather than differentiation How knowing yourself changes what, and how, you build CONNECT WITH LISA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mcguire/ Website: https://lisamcguire.com/ Diagnostic: Successfully Stuck: The First Truth Kit: https://go.lisamcguire.com/first-truth-kit  ArchitectHer Website: https://architecther.org  Bonus: Mention that you heard about ArchitectHer on this podcast and receive a complimentary one-hour Identity Integration Session with Lisa upon enrollment in the ArchitectHer experience.

In 2009, Dave Crysler was a brand new general manager who had just cleaned up the worst quality problem of his career. He got his boss on the phone, walked him through the investigation, the retraining, the new documentation, and the signed training records. His boss asked four words in response, and Dave didn't have an answer. In this solo episode, Dave breaks down what happened when they finally tested their fix, why it failed a week later, and why the verification step sitting inside every problem-solving framework is the one that always gets cut. What You'll Discover: • Why "how do you know?" is the hardest question anyone can ask about a fix you already closed • The difference between confirming a process ran and confirming it produced the outcome you needed • How a million-document order with duplicated serial numbers cost north of $60,000, and why the test that would have caught it cost under $1,000 • What happened when Dave deliberately recreated the error a week after all the retraining, and why the team thought he was tricking them • Why any preventative measure that depends on somebody remembering isn't preventative • Real examples of the same gap in completely different settings, from a company that never tested a backup restore to a certified quality system that closed a corrective action with "retrain the users" • Why 8D, the Process Playbook, and P.E.R.R.R. all contain a verification step, and why it's the first thing cut every time • The crawl, walk, run version of proactive testing, including the version that requires no technology at all If your operation keeps solving the same problems, the issue probably isn't your root cause analysis. It's that nobody ever confirmed the fix worked. This episode gives you the question to ask, the math to justify the time, and a specific place to start on Monday.

Why You Keep Attracting Narcissists (Even After Healing Work) A Live Workshop Episode with Lisa A. Romano, Breakthrough Life Coach Have you ever wondered why you keep attracting the same type of toxic person, even after therapy, self-help books, and years of healing work? Do you find yourself repeating painful relationship patterns while consciously knowing better? If so, you are not crazy. And you are not failing. In this powerful live workshop episode, Lisa A. Romano shares her personal story of why she continued attracting narcissistic and emotionally unavailable people, even after becoming aware of her codependency. Through deep psychological insight, nervous system awareness, and subconscious healing principles, Lisa explains why awareness alone is not enough when childhood trauma patterns are still operating beneath consciousness. This is not about blame. It is about understanding what is truly running the pattern. In This Episode You'll Discover:

Welcome to Episode 320 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Many parents are understandably cautious about technology. And for good reason. Screens are everywhere. Devices are everywhere. Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how we live. And virtual reality is becoming more accessible than ever. So where does it fit? Should it simply be avoided, or could it become another valuable tool to help children learn and grow? Vijay Ravindran is the founder and CEO of Floreo, a virtual reality-based therapeutic platform designed to help autistic and neurodivergent individuals build social, communication, behavioral, and independent living skills. In this conversation, Vijay shares the personal story that inspired Floreo, explains why practicing skills in a low-pressure virtual environment can improve real-world learning, and discusses the clinical research supporting this approach. He also addresses an important concern many parents have: how to use technology intentionally, thoughtfully, and in moderation while keeping the focus on helping children thrive. Whether or not virtual reality ultimately becomes part of your child's journey, this episode offers a practical framework for thinking differently about how learning happens and how technology may complement, rather than replace, the important work already being done by parents, therapists, and educators. The secret this week is…  Virtual Reality Prepares For Real Life You'll Discover: Why practicing in a low-pressure environment can build real-world confidence (5:11) How Floreo keeps parents and therapists actively involved throughout every lesson (13:04) Why just 20 minutes per week produced meaningful clinical improvements (18:41) Why children with higher support needs showed the greatest gains in Floreo's clinical trial (25:11) The encouraging message every autism parent needs to hear about their child's potential (34:32) About Our Guest: Vijay Ravindran is the founder and CEO of Floreo, a virtual reality-based digital therapeutic company developing FDA-regulated software-as-a-medical-device (SaMD) treatments for autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions. Under his leadership, Floreo has earned FDA Breakthrough Device Designation, completed a pivotal randomized controlled trial demonstrating statistically significant clinical outcomes, and expanded its platform across clinics, schools, and homes while pursuing FDA De Novo clearance. Prior to founding Floreo, Vijay served as Chief Digital Officer of The Washington Post and previously held senior software engineering and product leadership roles at Amazon, where he helped launch Amazon Prime. Floreo was inspired by his experience as the father of a child on the autism spectrum. https://floreovr.com/ Additional Resources: To learn more about personalized 1:1 support go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

What if the way back to yourself isn't through more information, more spirituality, or more thinking, but through your body?In this grounding episode of the High Vibin' It Podcast, Kelsey Aida and Lynnsey Robinson sit down with Mingtong Gu, internationally recognized Qigong teacher, healer, and founder of The Chi Center, to explore what it means to come home to your body.Mingtong shares his personal journey from illness and disconnection to discovering Qigong and realizing that the body can become a place of healing, presence, and connection. Together, they explore why so many people feel disconnected from their bodies, how technology and AI are changing our relationship with reality, and why embodiment may be more important than ever.They dive into Mingtong's concept of the three worlds: the mental world, the digital world, and the real world of the body. They discuss the importance of feeling instead of constantly thinking, spending time in nature, and creating a deeper relationship with the body.Mingtong also guides Kelsey and Lynnsey through an embodied meditation designed to help listeners reconnect with their bodies and experience a deeper sense of presence.If you've been feeling disconnected, overstimulated, or stuck in your head, this conversation is an invitation to slow down, feel, and come home to yourself.✨ What You'll Discover:Why your body is essential to healing and self-discoveryThe three worlds: mental, digital, and realHow technology and AI can disconnect us from embodimentWhy the body isn't something to escape or controlHow nature and presence can bring you back to yourselfWhy embodiment matters in the age of AIHow to build a deeper relationship with your bodyA guided meditation for reconnecting with your body✨ The Embodied MeditationMingtong guides listeners through an Initiation Meditation centered around three powerful reminders:Without this body, I do not exist as a human being.Without this body, I cannot experience life as a human being.Without this body, my soul cannot evolve in this lifetime.The meditation invites you to move beyond labels, stories, and overthinking and reconnect with a deeper sense of presence, wholeness, and aliveness.✨ Want More?In the extended Patreon conversation, Mingtong shares more about his personal connection to Columbus, Ohio, his relationship with the digital world, Chinese historical films, creativity and AI, and how he personally balances the mental, digital, and real worlds.Join us on Patreon for early access, extended episodes, exclusive oracle card readings, bonus content, and behind-the-scenes fun—all for just a few bucks a month. The first 50 members will receive a FREE Manifestation Toolkit when we hit our community goal!

You know how you want to lead. You want to delegate without taking the work back, to say what you mean without burying it in over-explanation, and to give your team enough room that you're not managing their every move. You want to stay grounded when someone questions your judgment, disappoints you, or reacts in a way you didn't see coming. Then pressure enters the room, and something else takes over. You start controlling the outcome. You avoid the conversation you need to have, or soften the message until it barely says anything, and pick up responsibilities that were never yours to carry. That gap between what you consciously intend and what takes over in the moment isn't a lack of discipline. It's hidden friction: subconscious emotional patterns that once protected you and now quietly shape how you lead, communicate, and respond to uncertainty. In this episode of Your Passion, Purpose, and Personal Brand, Lisa McGuire welcomes Dr. Ursula Lentine back to the podcast for a conversation about emotional triggers, trust, control, and the patterns that drain a leader's energy without her noticing. They explore why accomplished women can know exactly what needs to change and still struggle to access a different response when the pressure is real, and how hidden friction shows up as perfectionism, micromanagement, over-responsibility, conflict avoidance, and the quiet belief that being needed is proof of your worth. Information alone rarely creates transformation. A new strategy can tell you to delegate, set a boundary, or become more visible, but it can't touch the part of you that still believes control keeps you safe, that disappointing someone puts the relationship at risk, or that carrying everything is what makes you valuable. Real change means looking beneath the visible problem to find the decision underneath the decision, because a role can keep running long after the identity that built it has moved on. In This Episode, You'll Discover Why conscious intention gets overridden the moment real pressure hits What's actually activating beneath the surface when a trigger fires The energy cost of hidden friction, and what it limits in your leadership How control and perfectionism become survival strategies for high performers Empathy and emotional responsibility, and how they turn into an invisible burden Where delegation breaks down when trust hasn't been addressed The way old protective behaviors calcify into present-day limits Understanding a change versus actually embodying it Why people-first leadership demands deeper internal integration, not just better tactics How ArchitectHER Day #2 helps women move from achievement into authorship This episode is for the leader who has done the work: learned the frameworks, gathered the information, and still notices that knowing what to do isn't the same as having access to a new response in the moment. The work now is noticing which part of you has been leading, and letting something truer take over. Ursula is a previous podcast guest at episode #132: Leverage the Power of the Subconscious Mind to Nurture Wellness with Dr. Ursula Lentine CONNECT WITH URSULA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ursulalentine/ Website: https://www.ursulalentine.com/  CONNECT WITH LISA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mcguire/ Website: https://lisamcguire.com/ Successfully Stuck: The First Truth Kit: https://go.lisamcguire.com/first-truth-kit  ArchitectHer Website: https://architecther.org  Bonus: Mention that you heard about ArchitectHer on this podcast and receive a complimentary one-hour Identity Integration Session with Lisa upon enrollment in the ArchitectHer experience.

Why Codependency Takes So Long to Heal A Live Workshop Episode with Lisa A. Romano, Breakthrough Life Coach Have you ever wondered why, even after years of self-help, therapy, or awareness, you still feel stuck in the same emotional patterns? Do you find yourself exhausted from overgiving, overthinking, fixing others, and trying to earn love, while slowly losing connection with yourself? If so, you are not failing. You may have been conditioned to focus on everyone else except yourself. In this powerful live workshop episode, Lisa A. Romano explains why codependency takes so long to heal and why many people stay trapped in subconscious patterns for decades without realizing it. Through deep psychological insight, nervous system awareness, and trauma-informed healing, Lisa reveals how codependents become hyper-focused on managing other people's emotions while unconsciously abandoning their authentic selves. This is not about weakness. It is about survival conditioning. In This Episode You'll Discover:

Why can old stress suddenly feel so much heavier during midlife? Hormonal changes, physical symptoms, family responsibilities, work pressures, and years of putting everyone else first can leave women feeling as though their emotional "stress barrel" is overflowing. Sometimes the reactions we experience today are connected to stress patterns that were never fully resolved. In this episode of Living Life Naturally, Lynne talks with traumatic stress recovery expert Dr. Robert Bray about the connection between emotional distress and physical well-being—and how Thought Field Therapy, or TFT, may help calm the body's stress response. Bob explains how TFT differs from Emotional Freedom Techniques, commonly known as EFT or tapping, and how specific tapping patterns may be used to address different forms of distress. He also discusses the role of muscle testing, why learning to listen to the body matters, and how unresolved trauma can affect self-love and our willingness to care for ourselves. You'll also hear Bob guide Lynne through a real-time crisis tapping exercise. Lynne begins with a distress level of approximately six out of ten. After completing the tapping sequence, she reports that the intensity has dropped to about two—and following a gentle eye-movement exercise, she describes feeling peaceful. This isn't about pretending a difficult event didn't happen or changing the reality of the past. It's about being able to remember what happened while remaining more grounded in the safety of the present.   Today's guest, Dr. Robert Bray—or Bob, as he prefers to be called—has worked in traumatic stress recovery for more than 40 years. His career began as a volunteer on a crisis hotline, and he has since helped individuals, families, and communities recover from natural disasters, criminal acts, domestic violence, and other traumatic experiences. Bob has been teaching, writing about, and developing Thought Field Therapy since 1996. He's also the author of Heal Traumatic Stress Now: Complete Recovery with Thought Field Therapy—No Open Wounds, a consumer-friendly guide to understanding and addressing traumatic stress. Today, we're talking about why unresolved stress patterns may become more noticeable during midlife—and how tapping may help create more In This Episode, You'll Discover: ·         Why unresolved stress can become more noticeable during midlife ·         How emotional distress may show up physically in the body ·         What Thought Field Therapy is and how it differs from EFT ·         Why Bob describes stress as accumulating inside a "stress barrel" ·         How previous trauma and hormonal changes may compound one another ·         The connection between self-love and following through with healthy habits ·         How tapping may help reduce the intensity of a stressful memory ·         A real-time demonstration of Bob's crisis tapping pattern ·         How eye movements may be incorporated into the TFT process ·         When professional support may be appropriate ·         Why struggling doesn't mean you've failed or that you're out of options One of the most hopeful messages from this conversation is that you don't have to give up. If you're struggling, there may be more that can be done—and you don't have to navigate the process alone. Free Resource From Robert Bray Trauma Recovery Personal Self-Assessment Are you feeling stuck in your recovery from trauma? This free eight-item personal self-assessment can help you consider where you are in your journey and explore simple tools that may help you move forward with greater ease. Take the assessment here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VLGSZZ2 To watch Bob demonstrate the tapping exercise used during this interview, search "Robert Bray Crisis Tapping" on YouTube. Connect With Robert Bray Website: https://rlbray.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThoughtFieldTherapyCenter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rlbray/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DrRobertBray Connect With Lynne Imagine not having to figure out midlife on your own anymore.

Why You Can't Trust Yourself After Narcissistic Abuse Do you constantly second guess your thoughts, emotions, or memories after leaving a narcissistic relationship? If you've ever wondered why you can't trust your own judgment anymore, the answer may lie in the invisible psychological wounds created by narcissistic abuse. In this powerful episode of the Breakdown to Breakthroughs Podcast, trauma-informed life coach Lisa A. Romano explains why the deepest mental health wound caused by narcissistic abuse is the destruction of self-trust. Through the lens of trauma recovery, nervous system healing, and subconscious conditioning, Lisa reveals how gaslighting, intermittent reinforcement, and covert emotional abuse train survivors to disconnect from their own intuition. Most importantly, she shares a simple daily practice that helps rebuild self-trust one small step at a time.

The People Who Shape Us The people who leave the deepest mark on our lives rarely do it with grand gestures. More often, they are parents, mentors, teachers, coaches and friends whose quiet encouragement shapes who we become. Dr. Bethany Meighen has spent her life learning from people like these—and becoming one herself. As President of Concord University, she now helps prepare a new generation of students while preserving the close-knit community that makes Concord distinctive. In this warm and thoughtful conversation, Bethany reflects on the mentors who invested in her, the lessons they passed along and why meaningful influence is often found in small acts of grace, encouragement and care.   Why This Episode Matters The people who shape our lives rarely do it with grand gestures. They do it through small, faithful acts of encouragement, grace and care—and if you're navigating a season of change, this conversation is a gentle reminder that you can be that person for someone else.   About Our Wise Guest: Dr. Bethany Meighen Dr. Bethany Meighen serves as President of Concord University in Athens, West Virginia. After more than a decade working within the University of North Carolina System, she returned home to West Virginia to lead a public university devoted to changing lives and responding to the needs of its region. A passionate advocate for servant leadership, student success and first-generation college students, Bethany believes leadership is less about authority than it is about helping others flourish. Her perspective has been shaped by family members and mentors who modeled sacrifice, humility, courage and care. She and her husband are raising three sons. Although Bethany carries the responsibility of leading a university, she considers being a wife and mother her most important role.   Wisdom Resources to Explore

Welcome to Episode 319 of Autism Parenting Secrets. For years, parents have heard about probiotics, gut health, dysbiosis, and the microbiome.  But those broad concepts don't always answer the most important question: What should we focus on first? Dr. Sabine Hazan has spent more than two decades studying the microbiome, and her research has taken an unexpected turn.  What began as an investigation into COVID immunity led her to a much larger discovery.  Across autism, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, cancer, Lyme disease, long COVID, inflammatory bowel disease, and many other chronic illnesses, one common thread kept appearing: declining levels of BIFIDOBACTERIA. In this conversation, Dr. Hazan explains why she believes this group of beneficial microbes deserves far more attention, why simply taking probiotics may not be enough, and why protecting the microbiome may be one of the most important investments families can make in their children's long-term health. Whether or not future research confirms every aspect of her current thinking, this episode offers a fascinating look into how one physician-scientist is approaching one of the biggest unanswered questions in autism. The secret this week is…  Protect BIFIDOBACTERIA First You'll Discover: Why autism became "all about BIFIDOBACTERIA" for Dr. Hazan (3:15) The surprising difference between restoring and simply adding probiotics (24:05) Why protecting the microbiome may be even more important than rebuilding it (29:15) Several everyday factors Dr. Hazan believes can rapidly deplete BIFIDOBACTERIA (35:45) Why the future of autism may begin with measuring the microbiome much earlier in life (1:07:50) About Our Guest: Dr. Sabine Hazan is one of today's most highly regarded gastroenterologists and researchers helping shape the field of microbiome science. She is the CEO of Ventura Clinical Trials and founder of ProgenaBiome, a CLIA-certified, CAP-accredited laboratory exploring the relationship between the microbiome and conditions including autism, cancer, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and longevity. Dr. Hazan has led more than 46 clinical trials and has published extensively on stool testing, probiotics, fecal microbiota transplantation, and the role of the gut microbiome in chronic disease.  She also founded the Microbiome Research Foundation to advance independent microbiome research. https://sabinehazanmd.com/ References in this Episode: ProgenaBiome Microbiome Research Foundation Let's Talk Shit by Dr. Sabine Hazan Autism Health Summit Documenting Hope Additional Resources: To learn more about personalized 1:1 support go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.com If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

What if the biggest obstacle to finishing your book isn't your writing process... but your daily habits?Many authors push through exhaustion with coffee, skip meals, and promise themselves they'll focus on their health after the next deadline. But what if those habits are quietly draining your creativity, focus, and productivity?This week, I'm joined by Kelly Lutman, certified health coach, founder of Pursue Wellness for You, and author of Thriving Through Cancer: A Holistic Approach to Your Journey. Kelly shares practical, science-backed strategies that help busy authors and entrepreneurs fuel their bodies, sharpen their minds, and avoid burnout without following another restrictive diet.You'll discover why hydration matters more than you think, how small changes create lasting results, and why taking care of yourself may be the smartest marketing strategy you never considered.In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why dehydration could be stealing your focus, energy, and creativity.  The surprising reason Kelly says, "Food is information."  How simple food choices can improve both your health and your productivity.  Why editing your habits works better than following another diet.  The overlooked connection between sleep, stress, and creative performance.  How investing in your health today helps you finish your book and grow your business tomorrow. If you've been putting your well-being on hold until your next launch or project is finished, this conversation may change the way you think about success.Here's how to connect with Kelly:WebsiteCheck out Kelly's book: Thriving Through Cancer, A Whole-istic Approach for Your Journey. FaceBook https://facebook.com/PursueWellnessForYouLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellylutman/Instagram https://instagram.com/kelly_lutman/*************************************************************************What Should I Do When Book Marketing Feels Overwhelming?You poured your heart into writing your book because you wanted to make a difference. It deserves to be discovered.If marketing feels confusing, frustrating, or like you're spinning your wheels, the Author Influencer Circle will help you build authority, attract opportunities, and market your book with clarity and confidence.Learn more about the Author Influencer Circle and discover how your book can open doors to speaking, clients, partnerships, and meaningful income.*************************************************************************

Text us a comment or question!What if the problem isn't your willpower...What if it isn't your age...What if it isn't your metabolism...What if you've simply been following the wrong blueprint?This week, we're doing something we've never done before on The Over 50 Health & Wellness Show.Over the next several months, I'm inviting you behind the scenes as I revise and edit my upcoming book, Fully Alive: A Blueprint for the Strongest, Healthiest, and Most Meaningful Second Half of Your Life.Each week, I'll share one chapter with you before it's published - and I'd love your help making it even better.In this first chapter, we tackle one of the biggest frustrations I hear from men and women over 50: "Why do I keep losing the same weight... only to gain it all back?"If you've ever felt like you're trapped in an endless cycle of dieting, temporary success, and frustrating weight regain, this episode is for you. In This Episode You'll Discover:Why losing weight isn't actually the biggest challengeThe real reason so many diets fail long-termWhat I call The Diet Trap - and why millions of people unknowingly fall into itWhy motivation isn't your problemThe difference between chasing weight loss and building a bodyWhy permanent results can never be built on temporary behaviorsThe powerful mindset shift that changes everythingIf you've spent years believing you simply lack discipline, this episode may completely change the way you think about your health journey. I Need Your Help!This book is still a work in progress, and I'd genuinely love your feedback.What ideas resonated most?Was anything confusing?Did something challenge the way you've been thinking?Is there anything you'd like me to expand on before the book goes to print?Do you have a personal story to share?Email me anytime at coach@silveredgefitness.com.I personally read every email, and your feedback may help shape the final version of this book. Coming Next Week...In Chapter Two: The Rabbit Food Trap, we'll expose one of the biggest myths in nutrition and explain why eating less is often the very thing keeping people over 50 stuck.You won't want to miss it. If You Enjoyed This Episode...If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to:⭐ Follow or subscribe to the podcast⭐ Leave a rating and review⭐ Share this episode with someone who's tired of losing—and regaining—the same weight year after yearTogether, let's build leaner, stronger, healthier bodies... and make the second half of life the best half of life.

Have you ever walked away from a conversation with a narcissist feeling completely drained — more confused, more anxious, and somehow more responsible for their emotions than you were before? Do you find yourself over-explaining, endlessly apologizing, or desperately trying to make them understand — only to end up exhausted and no closer to peace? If so, you are not broken. You were conditioned to respond that way. And these 7 phrases can begin to change that. In this episode, Lisa A. Romano — breakthrough life coach and expert educator on codependency recovery and narcissistic abuse healing — shares 7 specific communication phrases that help you disengage from emotional manipulation, protect your nervous system, and reclaim your autonomy without escalating conflict. These are not scripts designed to win an argument with a narcissist. They are exits. And knowing where the exits are changes everything. This is not about controlling the narcissist. It is about governing what you are willing to participate in. In This Episode You'll Discover: