Podcasts about distractions

What if you've been misusing the most productive season of the year… your entire life?Fall isn't just a cozy vibe or a countdown to pumpkin spice. It's biologically proven to be your peak productivity window, and if you don't pause now, you might miss the magic entirely. In this solo episode, George Bryant shares a powerful 6-step framework to realign your structure, reset your goals, and leverage the natural rhythm of fall to finish the year strong… without burnout, overwhelm, or regret.Whether you're a solopreneur or leading a team, this episode is a masterclass in using structure as a tool for freedom and consistency as a weapon for growth. You'll walk away with a clear action plan, a mindset reset, and real tools to close the year in alignment — not chaos.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why fall is your most productive season — scientifically.How to reset your business structure post-summer.The 6-step framework to audit your time, roles, and goals.Why consistency beats intensity — every time.How to reduce distractions and maintain long-term momentum.The hidden power of psychological safety for you and your team. Key Takeaways:✔️Fall is biologically optimal for clarity and deep focus — use it to your advantage.✔️Structure rebuilds freedom. You need it more than you resist it.✔️Auditing your calendar and realigning goals quarterly creates sustainable growth.✔️Role clarity helps solo founders and teams move the needle with intention.✔️Distractions = sabotage. Removing them is your responsibility.✔️Consistency over intensity is the long-game strategy that wins.✔️Psychological safety isn't fluffy — it's fuel for sustainable success. Timestamps & Highlights:[0:00] – Why Fall is Your Most Productive Season[3:51] – Energy Shifts: When Ambition Matches Focus[6:00] – Why Summer Disrupts Structure (and How Fall Resets It)[10:10] – Step 1: Rebuild Structure After Chaos[17:45] – Step 2: Reestablish Shared or Solo Goals[23:05] – Step 3: Clarify Roles (Even as a Solopreneur)[28:55] – Step 4: Reduce Distractions + Deep Work Tips[35:30] – Step 5: Create Psychological Safety[39:10] – Step 6: Help Your Productivity Go the Distance[41:00] – Final Challenge: What's the ONE Thing You'll Do Today? Your Challenge This Week:Loved this episode? Don't just listen — implement it. Screenshot your favorite takeaway and tag @itsgeorgebryant on Instagram. Let us know how you're resetting your structure and preparing to end the year STRONG.Only a Few Spots Left!Join George LIVE in Montana this October for a powerful 3-day immersion.This is your chance to reset your structure, redefine your player (YOU), and dial in your marketing playbook with George himself.Hands-on strategyClarity on customer journeysReal-time implementationReserve your seat now hereJoin The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ communityApply for 1:1 Coaching – High-performance support without self-sacrifice

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Send us a textHave you ever felt pulled in a hundred directions when you're trying to obey God? You're not alone. In this episode, we look at Nehemiah's powerful response: “I am doing a great work and I cannot come down.”✨ You'll discover:Why distractions often look like opportunitiesHow focus is actually a spiritual disciplinePractical ways to set boundaries and protect what God has entrusted to you

This week on the Gnar Couch Podshow, we hang with rampage-riding legend CJ Ceilig. Okay, she's not legendary yet, but she will be after this podcast. She somehow makes a terrible sausage party pod team actually worth listening to. She's a Eurotah-bouncing, breakfast sandwich-dodging shredder who's done it all. From bluffing her way through a bike-shop job (“Derailleur? Totally pasta.”) to leading teams at Five Ten and Reverse Components, CJ's story is equal parts hilarious and inspiring. We talk about the chaos of Rampage prep, the magic and madness of Virgin, Utah, and the glamorous side of living in a van, which may or may not include neighbors who poop in buckets.  If you're here for serious bike discussion, you're in the wrong place. But if you love grit, humor, and real stories from the freeride desert and beyond, hit play. Guest info: CJ Celig Check out our store for sick shirts. Got to our Patreon and give us money. We've added old episodes, downloadable songs, and give you early access to raw, uncut shows for only $4.20/month. Get 30% off BLIZ sunglasses and more with the code "sponchesmom". 00:00 "Scheduling Episode with CJ" 06:41 "Struggling with Mountain Biking" 11:58 "Bike Shop Connections Journey" 19:58 "Death Mo Bike Memories" 21:50 "Reconnecting Through Downhill Racing" 28:24 "Thrill of Mountain Skiing" 34:21 "Digging Days Were Special" 39:42 "Navigating Riding Challenges" 45:02 "Tricks, Jumps, and Canyon Gaps" 48:54 "Dating Profile and Freeride" 55:24 "Committing to the Investment" 01:03:25 "Challenges of Female Free Riders" 01:04:14 "Behind the Scenes Insights" 01:10:49 "Building Confidence in New Terrain" 01:16:32 Wind, Distraction, and Run Dynamics 01:21:16 "Trail or Downhill Debate" 01:27:16 "Marketing Power of Athletes" 01:31:08 Hollywood Creatives and Business Challenges 01:40:05 "Grateful, Fun, Bonus Content" 01:41:21 "Biking Adventures in a Hatchback"

Distractions in the workplace are almost endless, from Slack group notifications to questions from colleagues to the dozen or more tabs you've got open in your browser. By the time your next meeting comes along, you realise two hours have passed and you've barely done any productive work at all.  Sound familiar? Thankfully there's a method to improve your efficiency and concentration which may help. It's called deep work. We owe it to Cal Newport, a computer science professor at Georgetown University in the US. Newport is a renowned figure in personal development and in 2016 he released a self-help book entitled: Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World, which would go on to be a bestseller. Where does the concept come from? What's the best way to concentrate on deep work? What if my boss and colleagues think I'm being rude? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠How much do surrogate mothers get paid?⁠ ⁠What is the Barnum effect?⁠ ⁠How to spot, prevent and treat heatstroke ?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 26/12/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just one more episode, five more minutes of scrolling—before you know it, an entire day, month, or even a year slips away in a state of distraction. Don’t let the noise of the world hold you back from what matters most.

Just one more episode, five more minutes of scrolling—before you know it, an entire day, month, or even a year slips away in a state of distraction. Don’t let the noise of the world hold you back from what matters most.

KLAUDIA MITURA is the host of The Happiness Challenge podcast. She holds an MSc in Occupational Psychology, is a Chartered Member of the CIPD and a certified Chief Happiness Officer. She works as the Learning and Development Manager at the Science Museum Group in London, where she continues to build a learning culture that empowers individuals to be at their best at work. We talk about her new book “The Alphabet of Happiness, Create More Happiness at Work, in Relationships, and in Your Own Skin.” , During a difficult personal time in 2020, Klaudia started The Happiness Challenge podcast with a mission to interview leading wellbeing experts and test-drive the best happiness hacks that science has on offer. Her podcast was a runner-up for "Best Health & Fitness Podcast" in the International Buzzsprout Discover Pods Awards 2020.   =Klaudia is passionate about applying scientific research on happiness to her daily ups and downs, and she continues to dare people to create more happiness in their lives via her podcast, webinars and courses.   We talk about: -What science says about happiness, and the biggest misconceptions people have. -Surprising and counterintuitive findings in the research on happiness.  -Happiness hacks from The Alphabet of Happiness and how they contribute to life satisfaction. -What principles people can apply to improve happiness at work. The role relationships play in overall happiness, and some small but impactful ways to improve them. -Self-acceptance and confidence  -Habits backed by science that can significantly boost happiness. -How external factors like social media, news, and work culture influence happiness, and how we can  counteract the negative effects. -Practical ways to bounce back from setbacks or failures with a happiness-focused mindset. -In a world that often glorifies busyness and productivity, how we can prioritize happiness without feeling guilty. The Happiness Challenge podcast The Alphabet of Happiness book

Weapons of Mass Distraction | Pastor Johnnie Wilson | Sunday, October 12, 2025

We open the phone lines to settle your most contentious food disputes this week. Eliza wants to wipe her oily hands on her bare legs — is her boyfriend Connor right to object? Then, Natalie thinks she's entitled to half of what her husband Josh cooks, even though he's generally hungrier. What's the fairest way to divvy up meals? To answer these questions, Dan enlists the help of Drew Magary and David Roth, the extremely opinionated co-hosts of The Distraction podcast and co-founders of Defector Media. Every Friday, we reach into our deep freezer and reheat an episode to serve up to you. We're calling these our Reheats. If you have a show you want reheated, send us an email or voice memo at hello@sporkful.com, and include your name, your location, which episode, and why.This episode originally aired on June 21, 2021, and was produced by Dan Pashman, Andres O'Hara, Emma Morgenstern, Tracey Samuelson, and Jared O'Connell. The Sporkful team now includes Dan Pashman, Emma Morgenstern, Andres O'Hara, Kameel Stanley, and Jared O'Connell. This update was produced by Gianna Palmer. Publishing by Shantel Holder.Transcript available at www.sporkful.com.Right now, Sporkful listeners can get three months free of the SiriusXM app by going to siriusxm.com/sporkful. Get all your favorite podcasts, more than 200 ad-free music channels curated by genre and era, and live sports coverage with the SiriusXM app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Nick and Jonathan question if Shedeur Sanders has become a distraction in the Browns organization, and they talk about Jaxson Dart's impressive start to his career.

Comedian and writer Eli Yudin joins Drew and Roth to talk about his new special, Humble Offering! He shares what it's like making a living in comedy today without having oil money offered to you. Then, they open up the funbag for sandwich talk, and try to figure out where all those crayons go.Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0!Stuff We Talked AboutThe density of candle waxThe Ravens' end zone designBeing gaslit by Raw DogVisible stink lines of loneliness30 seconds of Jon BernthalSponsors- HIMS, where you can get a free online visitCredits- Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth- Producer & Editor: Mischa Stanton- Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts- Subscribe to Defector!About The ShowThe Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Does it ever seem like your thoughts have a mind of their own? Persistent negative thinking, anxiety spirals, or lingering offenses can quickly take over if you don't know how to stop them. But here's the good news—you can take control of your thoughts, and God has already given you the tools to do it. Pastor Kyle Idleman joins me on the 4:13 and shares how brain science and Scripture agree that we must pause and think about what we're thinking about. But we can't stop there! We have to clean out that thought closet! So today, Kyle will teach you how to take every thought captive, silence the lies and replace them with the truth, and break down the destructive mental strongholds that keep you stuck. Whether it's anxiety, anger, fear, insecurity, or even the occasional racing mind you're dealing with, listen in! This conversation will give you a practical, hope-filled path to renewing your mind. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/371  Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima regroup to go over a few points that are depressing Ken during the whirlwind week of Cleveland Browns news.

Hour 3: Mary Kay Cabot + Greg Newsome trade a "distraction"? full 1983 Thu, 09 Oct 2025 14:15:35 +0000 4Qtt5VyWf4nNNhuXFHtONIgc9sTTJzKF sports The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima sports Hour 3: Mary Kay Cabot + Greg Newsome trade a "distraction"? The only place to talk about the Cleveland sports scene is with Ken Carman and Anthony Lima. The two guide listeners through the ups and downs of being a fan of the Browns, Cavaliers, Guardians and Ohio State Buckeyes in Northeast Ohio. They'll help you stay informed with breaking news, game coverage, and interviews with top personalities.Catch The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima live Monday through Friday (6 a.m. - 10 a.m ET) on 92.3 The Fan, the exclusive audio home of the Browns, or on the Audacy app. For more, follow the show on X @KenCarmanShow. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcasti

We often think of digital distractions, from TikTok to newsfeeds, as a way of giving our brains a break. But in reality, they could be doing the opposite. We talk with psychologist Marc Berman about a better way of restoring our focus — spending time in nature. We also try a dopamine fast, to see if it can really improve our attention spans.

Distractions don't just steal your time, they drain your energy, creativity, and focus. In this episode, Kati shares her personal journey with ADHD, biohacking, and the power of reducing decision fatigue to stay in flow. You'll discover practical strategies to automate routines, set boundaries, and manage technology so you can protect your energy and productivity. Whether you're a salon owner or creative professional, this conversation will help you eliminate overwhelm and master focus for lasting success. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/SlGz55I_PPI   GET MY BOOK! From First Date to Forever; How to Market Like A Matchmaker: https://joinmya.com/from-first-date-to-forever-book    POWERED BY:  JOIN mya! joinmya.com   FOLLOW KATI WHITLEDGE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiwhitledge/ Get my favorite bio-hacking products: CLICK HERE   LET'S CONNECT! BTT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthetechnique MYA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/join_mya/    SPONSORS Join the PBA: https://www.probeauty.org/

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How would you feel, if you suddenly lost the gifts so many of us take for granted, such as vision, hearing, or the ability to walk? Fanny Crosby was struck blind at just 6 weeks of age, but God had a plan for her. She was raised by her mother and grandmother after her father's death when she was about 6 months old, and although she grew up poor, she was blessed to attend an excellent school for the blind in New York state, near where the family lived.Fanny enrolled at the New York Institution for the Blind in 1835, just before her 15th birthday. She was a student of the school for 11 years, eventually joining the faculty as a teacher for another 12 years. During her time at the school, she learned to play the piano, organ, harp, and guitar, and became a good soprano singer. After graduation, she joined a group of lobbyists in Washington, D.C., arguing for support of education for the blind. Fanny was the first woman to speak in the United States Senate when she read a poem on the Senate floor encouraging funding for state schools for the blind.Fanny befriended 17-year-old Grover Cleveland, future President of the United States, while she was a teacher, and in fact, she knew each of the presidents who served during her lifetime through her work as a celebrated poet and songwriter.She later stated: “It seemed intended by the blessed providence of God that I should be blind all my life, and I thank him for the dispensation. If perfect earthly sight were offered me tomorrow, I would not accept it. I might not have sung hymns to the praise of God if I had been distracted by the beautiful and interesting things about me.”Let's pray.Lord, help us to set aside every distraction and focus on your plan for us. We often take for granted the gifts you've given us. Remind us to be grateful, and to use our gifts for your glory. In Jesus' name, amen. Change your shirt, and you can change the world! Save 15% Off your entire purchase of faith-based apparel + gifts at Kerusso.com with code KDD15.

In this episode, Emily and Han discuss compulsive movement being used as a distraction from hunger. The key takeaways are:The timeless importance of honesty If in doubt, actSeeking confirmation of extreme hunger = hungerFear of reduced permission Analysing your relationship with restAdapt To Flee Famine perspectiveUnlearning patterns of avoidance 

A crazy week of news?  Yes, lots and lots of crazy news.  Now...about how that news gets to us all...it ain't what it used to be.Also:  Old man yells at clouds.Love,-T

What if the key to a meaningful life isn't doing more—but doing less, with intention? In this powerful conversation, Michael and Megan talk with Oliver Burkeman, author of Four Thousand Weeks and Meditations for Mortals, about the myths of productivity, the illusion of control, and why accepting our finite nature might be the best thing we can do for our peace, purpose, and productivity.Memorable Quotes“It's the relaxation of now I can just do the things that matter the most… I can just sort of dive in because I'm no longer trying to make all my actions feel like they are part of some process of eventually getting to total domination of my time and perfect optimization.”“You are being confronted again with this ridiculous thing that it is to be a human—which is to be capable of imagining basically an infinite amount of possibilities and eventualities, but ultimately being a sort of finite material animal and having to choose only some of them.”“Almost everybody who is trying to sort of optimize themselves into absolute control, you know, they're not succeeding. Life is miserable and they're letting people down all over the place.”“There isn't any system or philosophy or approach or sports nutrition drink that is going to enable you to sort of win the battle with human limitation… Now, we figure out how to flourish in absolutely fantastic and wonderfully meaningful and interesting and lucrative ways within those limitations rather than running away from them.”“There's a way of going with the flow that is actually more constructive and productive as well as more peaceful and meaningful.”“I really found that just sort of expecting discomfort from things that matter to me—whether that is a piece of work or an aspect of relationships or parenting—just knowing that it's going to feel uncomfortable sometimes because it's bringing me to my edge and my limitations makes a huge, huge difference.”“A lot of our productivity is the result of anxiety. And I would like to live a productive life for other reasons.”Key TakeawaysRadical Acceptance is Key. Once you stop trying to win the battle with your human limitations, everything changes.Distraction is Avoidance in Disguise. Most often, we're dodging discomfort—and the way out lies in tolerating discomfort.Optimization is Not Salvation. We think we can problem-solve our lives, but tools and systems will always fall short. They're meant to augment, not make us infinite.Meaning is Here, Now. The moments that build a life don't happen  when everything is done—but in the doing itself.Resources4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver BurkemanMeditations for Mortals by Oliver BurkemanThe Imperfectionist (Newsletter)Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/571YmI5h_CsThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Let's face it: parenting today feels harder than ever. We're juggling schedules, screens, school drop-offs, dinner chaos, and about 4,792 questions from our kids all before 10 am. So how in the world are we supposed to connect in the middle of all that? In this heart-opening episode, I'm joined by one of my most trusted parenting experts and dear friends, Caley Kukla, childhood development expert and parent coach, to talk about what real connection looks like in the middle of real life. We're busting the myth that you need “quality time” carved out on the calendar to build strong relationships with your kids (spoiler: you don't need 3-hour crafts or curated Pinterest moments). Instead, Kaylee shares simple, powerful ways to reconnect in your existing routines—car line, mealtimes, even the chaos of the after-school rush. If you've ever felt like you're “failing” at connection because of busy schedules, short tempers, or missed moments—this episode will be a balm for your soul.  What You'll Learn in This Episode: The truth about connection bids—and how to respond to your child's need for attention without adding more to your plate What “serve and return” means (and how it can transform your everyday parenting interactions) Why hour-long crafts aren't required to build deep connection How to authentically connect with yourself—so you can better connect with your kids What repair looks like when you've lost your cool (and why it matters even more than “getting it right”) How to stop should-ing yourself and release guilt around not “doing enough” Small mindset shifts and systems (like the donation station + body scans) that make a big difference Resources & Mentions: Join Clutter Cure Club Want to create a home that feels light, peaceful, and aligned with what truly matters? Inside CCC, we turn powerful mindset shifts (like today's episode) into small, doable changes that last.

We want God to come through, but on our terms. We demand ease, favor, instant breakthrough, and validation, and when those expectations aren't met, we call it a trial. But what if the real trial is our refusal to lay down our entitlement? This week on Win Today, bestselling author Gary Thomas pulls no punches. He exposes the modern lie that faith means personal fulfillment, that comfort means favor, and that hardship means failure. And he shows how distraction is more than a bad habit—it's a spiritual breakdown. Because when the soul loses its focus, bitterness, offense, and relational dysfunction are not far behind. If you've ever felt spiritually entitled, subtly bitter, or confused about why you're still offended by things you “moved past,” this conversation is for you. Episode Links Show Notes Buy my NEW BOOK "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

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Barbara Burgess is an author, mother, executive, who's embraced the beautiful messiness of life. She founded Corluma (cor = heart, luma = light), a Chicago-based consulting firm, wrote and performed a one-woman show "The Extraordinary Experience of Being Ordinary" and most recently wrote her first book, Enough: Finding Peace in a World of Distractions, Hustle, and Expectations.Known for her humor, vulnerability, and practical wisdom, Barbara shares simple shifts to help people remember they are enough and have enough. Her ego is kept in healthy check by two teenage children and career adventures that included selling candy bars for Nestle Foods, launching Grainger into internet commerce, a brief marketing stint at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, and most recently overseeing operations, marketing, and finances as the COO of a non-profit. Like all of us, Barbara says, she's still figuring it out.SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS:Website: www.corluma.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/barbaraburgess1Book: www.beenough.comMore about Liz:Work- https://www.raisethevibewithliz.com/Radio Show- https://www.voiceofvashon.org/raise-the-vibePodcast- https://www.buzzsprout.com/958816Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/raisethevibewithlizInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/raisethevibewithliz/*** Support the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/958816/supportSupport the show

Coach Ted talks about how to sharpen the focus to reach and surpass the most aggressive goals. (Originally aired 07-31-2024)

A group of mercenaries are hired for a gig. A medical company VP, accused of some heinous crimes, rarely ventures out. But tonight, he's at a nightclub. Can this quartet get in, get him alive, and get him to some form of justice?Bite the Hand is a cyberpunk game in the Panic Engine (the system of Mothership) by Alexander Vigna and Spellbook Gaming. While you'll have skills and weapons to take down the corporate and social hierarchy, stress and panic can eat away at your ability to get the job done. Bite The Hand will open on Backerkit on November 3rd, 2025. Malpractice will be included in that version of the book. If you want to try Bite the Hand for yourself, a beta version is available now at Spellbook Gaming's itch.io.Spellbook Gaming can also be found on their website, on YouTube, and their Discord. They also run the Roll for Distraction podcast, available wherever you stream podcasts, as well as their website and YouTube.Alex - GMAdam - Delun Gates - TurncoatBen - Jeffrey "Dullahan" Germain - RogueDan - Waverly Honeysutt - TechnicianGreg - Grayson "Phenex" Best - Soldier

In this heartfelt and spiritually rich episode, Jaxon Cummings welcomes Bubba Page, a father of eight, entrepreneur, and investor known for leading with faith, family, and authenticity. Bubba opens up about life's defining trials — including divorce, business failures, and faith struggles — and how they shaped his spiritual growth and purpose.Through his story, Bubba emphasizes finding light in adversity, learning from God through hardship, and living authentically as a disciple of Christ. The conversation moves from overcoming pain to embracing perspective, repentance, purpose, and legacy — inspiring listeners to become intentional about their spiritual and personal growth. Key Themes & Takeaways1. The Power of PerspectiveChoosing to see life as “half full” transforms suffering into learning.Every trial is an opportunity to ask, “What does God want to teach me through this?”2. Faith Through HardshipDivorce and business failure became catalysts for spiritual awakening.Turning to God during trials brought Bubba peace, humility, and purpose.3. Repentance & Spiritual RenewalRepentance isn't punishment — it's liberation.Consistent prayer, scripture study, and humility open the door to revelation.4. Authenticity Over People-PleasingLiving true to oneself as a child of God leads to real peace.People-pleasing stems from unhealed childhood wounds; healing requires self-love and therapy.5. Fatherhood & LegacyBubba's greatest calling is being a father who leads his family spiritually.True legacy is built on love, faith, and courage — not worldly success.6. Distraction & Spiritual WarfareModern distractions, especially technology, can derail spiritual focus.Satan's greatest tool is subtle distraction from divine purpose.7. Living “All In”Faith isn't meant to be half-hearted; being “all in” brings joy, direction, and miracles.“Through small and simple things, great things come to pass.”CONNECT WITH BUBBA PAGE*Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bubbapage *TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@bubbapage *Website - https://linktr.ee/bubbapage *FATHERHOOD MOVEMENT - https://fatherhoodmovement.com/ LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “YOUR LIFE LEGACY PODCAST”*Apple Music - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-life-legacy-podcast/id1740167449 *Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2Cd8XFP59Ar864GcaoEDxW *YouTube Podcasts - https://www.youtube.com/@thelifelegacypodcast  *Amazon Music Podcasts - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b1949e1f-a973-47da-b1e0-538945afa748/the-life-legacy-podcast *iHeartRadio Podcasts - https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-life-legacy-podcast-165910407 CONNECT WITH “THE LIFE LEGACY PODCAST”*LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaxon-cummings-%F0%9F%92%AD%F0%9F%8E%A5-24b40a149/ *Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lifelegacypodcast/ *TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelegacypodcast *YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thelifelegacypodcast *Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558217934317 *Threads - https://www.threads.net/@lifelegacypodcast *X - https://twitter.com/lifelegacypod *Website -  https://your-life-legacy.com/ *Email for general messages - lifelegacypodcast@outlook.com *Collab with us - lifelegacypodcast@outlook.com*Sponsor Us - lifelegacypodcast@outlook.comWE LOVE MAIL AND CARE PACKAGES!: Email us for address: lifelegacypodcast@outlook.comPRODUCTION CREDITS:Recorded at Mindset Content Creation StudiosProduced by Tommy MooreBrought to you by Vodcasts by Tommy Moore Presents - https://www.instagram.com/vodcasts_by_tommymoore/This episode is brought to you by Your Life Legacy - https://your-life-legacy.com/  HASHTAGS#TheLifeLegacyPodcast  #yourlifelegacy  #jaxoncummings   #tommymoorepresents #tommymoore #vodcastsbytommymoore #personaldocumentaries KEYWORDSYour Life Legacy Podcast, Podcast, Your Life Legacy, Jaxon Cummings, Tommy Moore, Tommy Moore Presents, Vodcast By Tommy Moore, Personal Documentaries, Genealogy,

If burnout has become your baseline, this conversation is your invitation to something better. Dr. Zerri Gross shares her journey from military discipline to feminine flow. In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Zerri Gross, Army veteran, therapist, and trauma-informed yoga instructor, to explore how reconnecting with your feminine energy can lead to more freedom, fulfillment, and better brain health during perimenopause and beyond.

In the first episode of our new series Spiritual Riffs with Susan & Sin, we're peeling back the layers of the healing industry and asking some bold questions... What if all the therapies, healing modalities, and mindset work you've been doing are still operating within the limitations of the mind? In this unscripted, soul-led conversation, Susan Francis and Sin Mariani explore the truth that most healing paths miss: as long as you're engaging with the mind, you're still playing in the illusion. True liberation can't be found through fixing thoughts or emotions.  It's accessed by going beyond them. This conversation is a wake-up call to stop chasing healing, and instead dissolve the false identity that believes it needs to be fixed in the first place. In this episode, we explore: Why most healing modalities are just sophisticated mind games The illusion of needing to “fix” yourself to be whole The limitations of therapy, mindset work, and spiritual bypassing How to connect to Source and let soul energy do the leading What it really means to follow truth beyond the mind Resources & Links: > Download the Abundance Frequency Activation (Free Audio): https://www.susanfrancis.com.au/abundance-frequency-activation > Explore all courses and masterclasses: https://www.susanfrancis.com.au/courses-masterclasses > Follow Susan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamsusanfrancis > Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iamsusanfrancis   Connect with Sin Mariani: Downloading Light Website Instagram: @downloadinglight Facebook: @downloadinglight InsightTimer: Sin Mariani LinkedIn: Sin Mariani Youtube: Sin Mariani  

In this powerful episode, host Lindsey Nichol explores the dual nature of distraction in eating disorder recovery—how it can either support your healing journey or keep you trapped in unhealthy patterns. Drawing wisdom from Proverbs, Lindsey breaks down when distraction becomes a helpful tool versus when it's a form of avoidance that prevents true recovery. What You'll Learn The two faces of distraction: Understanding when distraction works for you versus against you in recovery Identifying unhealthy distractions: Recognizing when you're using circumstances, people, or timing as excuses to deprioritize your healing Strategic distraction techniques: Practical ways to interrupt urges for compulsive exercise, body checking, restrictive eating, and other disordered behaviors The "Stop, Drop, and Go" method: How to immediately shift your environment when triggering urges arise Questions for self-reflection: What your soul, body, and mind truly need in this moment Key Takeaways ✨ Distraction can be leveraged temporarily to prevent unhealthy actions—like reaching out to support, journaling, changing your environment, or having a dance party ✨ Unhealthy distraction looks like telling yourself "now isn't the right time" or using life circumstances to avoid recovery work ✨ Common urges to distract from include: compulsive exercise, repetitive safe foods, body checking in mirrors, scale obsession, and other OCD-like behaviors ✨ The "messy middle" of recovery is normal—that awkward phase where you're better than before but haven't fully arrived ✨ Important questions to ask yourself: How can I honor myself right now? What does my soul need? What does my body need? What does my mind need? Episode Quotes "Guard your heart above all else for it determines the course of your life. Look straight ahead and fix your eyes on what lies before you." - Proverbs "Nothing good, including progress, occurs when you're confused or when you're completely sidetracked." "If today is not a good day for this, then when is going to be a good day to put yourself first, to put your health first?" "A distraction is simply a thing that prevents you from giving your complete attention to something else." Healthy Distraction Ideas Mentioned Reaching out to your support person (friend, family, coach, therapist) Leaving the triggering environment immediately Journaling and reflection Self-care and pampering activities Getting fresh air (sitting on a park bench, going outside) Dancing to music on blast Household activities (vacuuming, organizing) Spending quality time with loved ones Watching comforting shows with cozy blankets Reading Scripture or inspirational material Resources Mentioned Work with Lindsey: One-on-one personalized recovery coaching available at www.herbestself.co  Join the Community: Private Facebook group "Hope and Healing for Eating Disorder Recovery" www.herbestselfsociety.com  Recovery Collective Support Group: www.herbestself.co/recoverycollective  1:1 Client Applications: HBS Co. Recovery Coaching - Client Application - Google Forms Love this episode? Here's how you can support:

How do you cut through distraction and reclaim your focus in today's always-on world? In this episode of Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder, bestselling author and TEDx speaker Greg Bennick shares seven powerful strategies from his new book Reclaim the Moment. Greg and I explore practical ways to sharpen focus, manage pressure, and create deeper connections—including: Why “keeping your eyes on the knife” helps you stay aligned with your most critical work Quick techniques to center yourself before high-stakes moments Why success can feel scarier than failure—and how to move past it The role of kindness, laughter, and relationships in building a more meaningful life and career Greg also shares stories from his early days as a teenage performer and offers actionable advice you can use immediately to boost productivity and fulfillment - both at work and beyond. Learn more about Greg and his work at gregbennick.com.----more---- About Our Guest: Greg Bennick knows about focus. Though reading about his life, you wouldn't know that. He is a best-selling author, a keynote thought leader, a noted rare coin researcher, a TEDx speaker and speaking coach, a humanitarian philanthropist, and an influencer devoted to transforming the world by inspiring personal and social change. For the last three decades he has traveled the world listening to people and what they most want and need. He's come to realize that people want to matter. They want to feel that they are valued and significant contributors to a meaningful idea or vision. They want to be engaged and to feel inspired. If you can capture that in them, it is like high octane fuel for teamwork. When Greg traces back his own focus journey, he realizes that one moment, seeing a juggling ball flying aloft at twelve years old, changed everything for him. In the moment, he decided that he wanted to learn to juggle, but while learning to juggle changed his life, it wasn't until much later that he realized that it wasn't the juggling ball that was meaningful nearly as much as it was the FOCUS on the juggling ball that was meaningful. That differentiation transformed his life. Greg's new book Reclaim the Moment: 7 Strategies to Build a Better Now is an exploration of how to get back on track when we've been thrown off course by the world. About the Host: Dave Bookbinder is known as an expert in business valuation and he is the person that business owners and entrepreneurs reach out to when they need to know what their most important assets are worth. Known as a collaborative adviser, Dave has served thousands of client companies of all sizes and industries.    Dave is the author of two #1 best-selling books about the impact of human capital (PEOPLE!) on the valuation of a business enterprise called The NEW ROI: Return On Individuals & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers.  He's on a mission to change the conversation about how the accounting world recognizes the value of people's contributions to a business enterprise, and to quantify what every CEO on the planet claims: “Our people are this company's most valuable asset.” Dave's book, A Valuation Toolbox for Business Owners and Their Advisors: Things Every Business Owner Should Know, was recognized as a top new release in Business and Valuation and is designed to provide practical insights and tools to help understand what really drives business value, how to prepare for an exit, and just make better decisions. He's also the host of the highly rated Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder business podcast which is enjoyed in more than 100 countries.

Ever catch yourself missing moments because your mind is somewhere else? Distraction is a subtle thief that robs us of peace, presence, and purpose. In this kickoff to Undistracted October, Julie shares personal stories, biblical truth, and practical steps to help you start living with greater focus—right where you are. Join Abundant Life Mentor, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/. Support us on PayPal!

In Episode 2 of the Rise With Purpose Podcast, I explore the power of self-commitment, how distractions once blocked my growth, and the lessons I learned from choosing focus and discipline over delay. This one's for anyone ready to evolve, refocus, and rise with intention.

In this transformative episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. Kien Vuu (Doctor V) sits down with Mike Zeller—peak performance coach, trauma healer, and biohacking expert—to explore how to rewire your brain, protect mental clarity, and unlock peak performance. Together we dive into: Why trauma can hijack your brain and derail focus, clarity, and energy How neuroplasticity allows the brain to heal and re-pattern beyond mindset alone Practical tools to shift negative emotional energy and cultivate resilience Biohacking rituals, from NAD optimization to daily practices, that support brain vitality The intersection of trauma, energy, and flow for sustained performance Mike has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs and leaders across six continents, helping them rewire their nervous systems, recover from trauma, and thrive in both business and life.   Episode Highlights: Meet Mike Zeller, peak performance strategist and trauma healer Time and energy as the two currencies of modern life How to block time and match energy for deep work and flow Distraction, flow, and why clarity is impossible with constant interruption The default mode network and its role in depression, anxiety, and sabotage Trauma, hypervigilance, and how neuroplasticity rewires the nervous system Somatic therapy, neurofeedback, and non-psychedelic healing tools Finding your genius: curiosity, purpose, and the clues life gives us Loss as a gift: how setbacks can reset identity and build resilience Why NAD optimization is a game changer for brain energy and mental clarity Where to learn more about Mike's work and his role with Gfinity

EP 213: Were hanging out on the PodPorch with the first successful hunt story for 2025. Repeat guest Mike Fennell returns to tell the tale of a PA early season hunt with Chuck. Enjoy!  IF YOU WANT TO SUPPORT THE SHOW, CHECK OUT OUR PATREON! The Whitetail Distraction Podcast is creating Podcasts and Videos | Patreon   If you want some badass broadheads, head over to https://www.viparchery.com or give Matt and Cindy Futtere a call and tell them the Whitetail Distraction Podcast boys sent you. They are truly some of the best people in the business! The Combat Veteran will cause major damage to the intended target as combat veterans are trained to do!  One of the best seed companies in the game has agreed to offer 10% off! Go check out Back Forty Seed Co. and use code DISTRACTION10. https://backfortyseedco.com To complement our broadhead usage - check out VPA's full lineup of products at www.vparchery.com use discount code WDP for 10% off! You have to see their project at www.50forged.com Skre Gear is back!! You know the routine, high quality products with a lifetime warranty at an affordable cost! Use discount code WDP for 15% off!! Check their growing lineup at www.skregear.com Our newest partner is Hunt Arsenal!! Platforms, saddles, packs and more! They are taking the mobile hunting space by storm! Give them a serious consideration at https://huntarsenal.com/ Like this episode? Head over to iTunes and give us a 5 star rating and leave a review. Not hearing what you like, or just simply have suggestions? Send us an email at TheWhitetailDistractionPodcast@gmail.com   Also, check us out on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube @TheWhitetailDistractionPodcast, Twitter @TheWDPodcast and TikTok @TheWhitetailDistraction. The Distraction is Real!

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Episode Overview I honestly believe that these days it is too obvious that the enemy just wants to keep us busy with all the wrong things. There are too many easy distractions, worldly pressures and temptations, holding us back from all the good things we want in life. We are so distracted, we don't even realize that we are the one that can make the change. This week, pay attention, and become aware of what is holding you back, and I want you to get intentional about beating that distraction. Do not let the enemy win this week.  Episode Transcript All right, hey there, welcome to the podcast. I'm Kelly Renato, and today, we're going to talk about beating at least one distraction this week. I feel super passionate about helping us chase after what matters most. And I find, and we all know this, but most of the time when we're not achieving our health goals, our relationships are struggling, we're not feeling great, maybe we're down on ourself, maybe our work's not going good, friendships, either way, it's usually from distractions. And I think sometimes we think it's us, maybe we think it's them, maybe we think it's who knows what. But most of the time, it's distractions, and they're stealing the goodness of our life. Some of them are very obvious, we all know them, and then there's some that are not so obvious. And I want you to think about it this week. I want you to, first of all, really pay attention this week. Pay attention to what is distracting you, what is keeping you from whatever it is you really are truly wanting. And what's keeping you from your family, your kids, your friends, working out, chasing a dream, whatever it is. Your faith, what's keeping you from spending time in the Word, in prayer, in the Bible? What's keeping you from being kind and serving others? So I want you to pay attention first off this week. Really pay attention. And become like super aware of your surroundings, what's coming at you, and what's derailing you. So pay attention and become aware. And then second and third of all, we're going to have the courage to choose differently and beat at least one distraction. We're going to do the hard thing this week. So I'm going to give you lots of examples. First, we're going to talk about the obvious ones. And some of these, I think some of us know we need a boundary, or we need to like, you know, handle it better, work on our time management, whatever. But there's also others that I don't think we even realize are distractions. I think it's just things that we just deal with, or just every day. So first, let's go over the obvious ones. Social media, our phones, maybe TV, maybe even just, you know, those things in life, materialism, scrolling, the things that, whatever app you're on at night makes you think you need to buy this, buy that. All of those are distractions, right? So our phone, social media, to me, those are, those are the big, obvious ones in the world these days. Can't really completely get rid of it. You could, absolutely. Some of us could completely delete social media, we'd be fine. And honestly, there's much of it that I would just love to delete. We all have our reasons for not. But I believe it's boundaries, just setting boundaries with it. And back in the day when it all started becoming bigger, my kids were little, and I had so many constant insecurities, whatever it is, the distractions that were creeping in, that created the insecurity, the sadness, the anxiety, stress, fear. A lot of it came from social media, because social media gives us this, you're not meeting expectations, you're not good enough, the whole comparison game, the envy game, my kids aren't doing this game, whatever it is, social media doesn't. So I immediately, when I knew, like to me, social media is, there's good in it, but there's a lot of it that's just, to me, is so not real,

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Sometimes, when you're dissociating effectively, and really "in the zone" of distraction? You can find ANY interruption to be an inconvenience. Even winning. I fear this is what has been happening to me when I lock into my phone too hard. Every interruption (even the good ones) feel like a shock to my system. Everything feels like a distraction. Learning why this happens has been really helpful in my ability to address the "infinite scroll loop" trap that I sometimes find myself in. THE SOURCE: https://www.abc.net.au/news/health/2017-10-14/gambling-addiction-the-zone-where-winning-is-a-distraction/9044598Resources for Resisting a Coup: https://makeyourdamnbed.medium.com/practical-guides-to-resisting-a-coup-b44571b9ad66SUPPORT JULIE (and the show!): https://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bedDONATE to the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: www.pcrf.netGET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.comTUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.com/mydbpodcastOR BE A REAL GEM + TUNE IN ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/MYDBpodcastOR WATCH ON YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/juliemerica The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. ADD FRICTION between you and the automatic habits you want to call into question (like scrolling endlessly) and remember it's like building any muscle. It takes time, sustained effort, and conscious attention to do it - but it's worth it.And remember the internet, like you + me, is still very much alive. There is magic out there if you're willing to work a bit to discover it.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I talk about why God speaks in stillness, not in noise, how distraction dilutes discernment the difference between movement for progress and motion for avoidance, practical ways to create sacred stillness for clarity and more. CONNECT WITH ME…→ Instagram — @mattgottesman→ My Substack — mattgottesman.substack.com → Apparel — thenicheisyou.comRESOURCES…→ Recommended Book List — CLICK HERE→ Workshops — CLICK HERE→ Masterclass — CLICK HEREWORKSHOPS + MASTERCLASS:→ Need MORE clarity? - Here's the FREE… 6 Days to Clarity Workshop - clarity for your time, energy, money, creativity, work & play→ Write, Design, Build: Content Creator Studio & OS - Growing the niche of you, your audience, reach, voice, passion & incomeOTHER RELATED EPISODES:Answered Prayers Are Often Disguised As Uncomfortable BlessingsApple: https://apple.co/3HTDsjGSpotify: https://bit.ly/3JYc4l7

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Defector's own Lauren Theisen joins Drew and Roth to preview the MLB playoffs, and the first game featured Lauren's Tigers beating the Guardians on the road?? Then, they talk about the WNBA Finals being set between the Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury, and the start of the NHL season. Finally, they open up the funbag to answer real questions from real listeners.Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0!Stuff We Talked AboutWhat are their strengths?What are their weaknesses?Do they have any wet guys?Sponsors- Mint Mobile, where you can get premium wireless for $15/mo- Raycon, where you can get 20% off the Everyday Earbuds ClassicCredits- Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth- Producer & Editor: Mischa Stanton- Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts- Subscribe to Defector!About The ShowThe Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today's program Mr. Producer joins us for an important conversation about the power of focus.

Welcome to another episode of Abundance Mindset Podcast, where Vinney Chopra and Gualter Amarelo dive into the principle of Hyperfocus—and why every investor needs a clear North Star.   Vinney shares how his guiding compass has always been family, faith, and abundance, while Gualter brings strategies for turning vision into action in real estate and beyond.   Together, they talked about:

Homeschooling with little ones underfoot isn't easy — and if you've ever felt like your days are chaotic, noisy, and full of interruptions, you're not alone.In this episode of Called to Homeschool, I'm answering a listener's question about how to teach a 7-year-old while also caring for a 4-year-old and an 8-month-old baby.You'll learn:✨ How to keep lessons short, simple, and effective

Persistent Pests “Catch all the foxes, those little foxes, before they ruin the vineyard of love, for the grapevines are blossoming!” ‭‭Song of Songs‬ ‭2‬:‭15‬ ‭ These little foxes aren't yet fully grown. Nobody would think a cuddly little fox would be dangerous to have around. They love nothing better than to eat the young grapes before they come out fully. Thus, they wreak havoc on the vines of our walk with the Lord.  Let's mention 5 of the “little foxes” or persistent pests that ruin some of our fruitful writing before it's fully ripened… 1.) Sensitiveness or easily offended. It can be a small chip on our shoulder but flare up if we're not given the respect we desire. It can stifle our creativity in writing and dry up the flow of the Spirit. Pray that we can have the mind and humility of Christ. 2.) Laziness. Too lazy to dig into the Word. Too lazy to spend time in prayer. This also leaks into our writing. The Kingdom Writer cannot afford to compromise in these areas if we expect eternal impact. There's a cost to those things and also a great reward.  3.) Living in regret. The most powerful 3 words in history were uttered by Jesus while hanging on the cross, “It is finished!” Regret sucks the life out of us and keeps us from moving forward in all that God has for us.  4.) Distraction. Causes us to go down rabbit trails. Social media is the major distraction of our day. One writer calls it “nuggets of nothingness.” Before we know it, we've wasted 1-2 hours with nothing to show for it.  5.) Busyness. We fill up our days and weeks with good things. But somehow we fail to set aside scheduled writing blocks. Or when we do, it can easily be cancelled and replaced by something else. It's not treated as a priority. The only way to handle these “little foxes” is to kill them. If we don't, our sweetest, most fruitful writing, like vine-ripened grapes, will not materialize. Resources: If you're ready to take a step of faith and finally finish your book, we have a few ways we can help you.  1. Free Writing Week Challenge: Create a Writing Habit in 15-Minutes a Day Even if you feel overwhelmed or stuck in procrastination, sitting down to write for just 15 minutes a day is the best way to finally reach your writing goals. Most writers think they need hours of uninterrupted time to make progress in their writing. However, in this free challenge, we will show you how much you can accomplish in just 15 minutes of focused writing. Click here to create a consistent writing habit this week.   2. Book Writing Lab Workshop - Map Out Your Book in Just 90 Minutes If over the last year, you've struggled to get your book written, this workshop is for you. Choose your book topic, write an outline, and create a writing plan in just 90-minutes! Finally, feel confident that you will actually finish your book. Get started now for just $27 3. Want More Support? Join Christian Book Academy Most writers stay stuck and never finish their first draft. Inside Christian Book Academy, we help you partner with God to write your book so you can become a published author. Finally, ditch your self-doubt and take a step of faith so you can finish your book. Join Christian Book Academy (coupon code PODCAST) Get 50% off your first month by using the coupon code PODCAST at checkout.