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In this powerful and unfiltered episode of Please Me! Podcast, Eve sits down with author, speaker, and viral creator Cidney Green for an honest conversation about sexuality, censorship, misogyny, kink, consent, polyamory, and sexual empowerment. Cidney opens up about her ultra-viral “Pussy Over Pain” video that sparked international conversations around women's bodies, social media censorship, and the normalization of violence over pleasure. Together, Eve and Cidney dive into rape culture, patriarchy, BDSM communication, fetish psychology, consent, and the emotional truths behind modern intimacy. The conversation also explores the world of phone sex, erotic storytelling, dominance and submission, long-distance intimacy, and how understanding psychology can improve sexual communication and relationships. Topics Discussed:• Sexual empowerment and body positivity• Pussy Over Pain viral video• Women's bodies and censorship• Consent and kink culture• BDSM, fetish psychology, and submission• Phone sex tips and erotic communication• Polyamory and modern relationships• Patriarchy and misogyny• Sexual health and intimacy• Emotional connection and pleasure Connect with Guest:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecidneygInstagram: @thecidneyg website: all3inme | Discover Liberation Today — Explore, Embrace, Empower Vote for Eve ASN Lifestyle Magazine Awards – Best EducatorVote for Eve Website: Please Me! Podcast WebsiteSubstack: Please Me! SubstackPatreon: Please Me! Patreon The code for cakes now for 10% off is Cakes-PLEASEME 30-Day Self Pleasure & Body Reconnection PracticesDownload the Free Practices Sexual Longevity ProtocolSexual Longevity Protocol Affiliate Deals & Partners:Sexual Wellness Deals & Resources Shameless Care Parlor Games SDC.com Lady Pump Share your story or expertise on relationships, sexual health, and personal growth:Be a Guest on Please Me! Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this high-energy episode of Pursue Your Passion, host Tyler Kamerman sits down with leadership coach, consultant, and creator of the "Iowa Kind" initiative, Allie Jones. Together, they unpack a cultural and professional trap that so many of us fall into: choosing the comfort of being surface-level "nice" over the radical commitment to being truly kind. Allie shares how her journey back to the Midwest exposed a deficit - the gap between the storied "Iowa Nice," and possibility of "Iowa Kind." If you've been walking on eggshells to please people instead of stepping into the courageous honesty needed to move your business or community forward, this conversation will completely reinvent how you view communication. The real "aha" moment hits when Allie drops a truth bomb about finding clarity in your career and life goals. In a world screaming with social media notifications, endless business books, and self-proclaimed expert blueprints, we have lost the ability to get quiet enough to listen to our own instincts. Allie and Tyler challenge listeners to break free from the traditional "stay small and quiet" mindset, embrace the messy friction of real hospitality, and start tuning into their internal intuition. If you are ready to stop looking for shortcuts to contentment and finally take your next right step with bold clarity, grab your headphones and press play! Key Takeaways Niceness is a Shortcut, Kindness is the Goal: "Nice" is a surface-level tool used to avoid discomfort and ensure immediate agreeableness. "Kindness" is the courageous, authentic work that prioritizes long-term connection and real progress over temporary comfort. Ditch the Gurus for Your Own Intuition: Stop looking for a five-step blueprint from outside influencers. Allie's ultimate advice for a mental breakthrough is to go on a 30-minute walk with absolutely zero audio inputs. Embrace the Friction of Real Connection: True community isn't born on social media feeds. It requires stepping out of your comfort zone, inviting people into an uncleaned house, and engaging with those who don't think, look, or act exactly like you. To connect with Allie: @alliejonesconsulting on all the socials To get in touch with Tyler: https://www.tylerkamerman.com/
Shared Practices | Your Dental Roadmap to Practice Ownership | Custom Made for the New Dentist
In this Ask George episode, we tackle the ultimate debate in dental practice ownership: have you built a highly profitable business, or just a high-paying job? Dr. George Hariri breaks down the reality of "key man risk," proving that if your office relies on your personal clinical energy to generate revenue, you are acting as an employee. For a future owner, making the shift to CEO requires mastering advanced dental practice management so your team performs efficiently without your oversight.This ultimate survival guide for mastering dental practice ownership shows you exactly how to shift from a stressful owner-driven clinical model to an autonomous, team-driven powerhouse. To achieve sustainable dental practice growth, implement KPI accountability:Missed Call Rate: Track front office metrics to capture inbound leads.Reactive Retention: Consistently monitor your overdue recare efforts.Proactive Retention: Push daily hygiene reappointments past a 90% target.To cement your dental practice ownership, delegate case acceptance entirely. When hygienists are calibrated to co-diagnose, they educate patients before you arrive, massively boosting dental practice profitability. We also highlight why the associate to owner transition fails without an Office Manager handling HR and payroll, ensuring scaling does not create more work. Embrace entrepreneurship for dentists by building systems that leverage your team's time.Ready to take the next step in your dental practice journey? Visit https://sharedpractices.com to learn more about our Buyer Representation and Coaching services, designed to help dentists buy, grow, and optimize profitable practices. You can also use our Free Look to evaluate dental practice opportunities with real data before making a decision. For daily Dental Moneyball insights, strategy tips, and updates, follow us across our social channels.
Venus, the goddess of love and money, is having a busy week. Her sextile aspect to Uranus offers an opportunity for radical change, and her trine to idealistic Neptune lends a pair of rose-colored glasses, at least until she opposes Pluto for a short but potent trip to the underworld. Embrace the Cancer Solstice, a moment to stop and contemplate where you're at and what lies ahead. A Libra First Quarter Moon initiates action in relationships, money, and getting life in balance. And a listener question about a jangly natal Sun and its impact on the annual Solar Return. Plus: A haircut, charm school, and feng shui! Read a full transcript of this episode. Have a question you'd like answered on the show? Email April or leave it here! Subscribe to April's mailing list and get a free lunar workbook at each New Moon! Love the show? Make a donation! Timestamps [1:41] Venus sextiles Uranus (Jun. 15, 3:53 pm PDT) at 2°54' Leo and Gemini. Venus' Sabian symbol is 3 Leo, A woman having her hair bobbed. New ideas may suddenly appear that are related to money, values, or relationships. The more equal two people are, the more united they can ultimately be. [4:13] Venus trines Neptune (Jun. 16, 8:41 pm PDT) at 4°18' Leo and Aries. This aspect reminds us that love, beauty, and creativity are at their richest when they open doors to both inspiration and connection. [5:48] Venus opposes Pluto (Jun. 17, 1:38 pm PDT) at 5°7' Leo and Aquarius. Love what and who we love, even when knowing that nothing lasts forever. Financial stress is possible, especially with the financial markets. [7:58] The Sun enters Cancer (Jun. 21, 1:24 am PDT) and it will remain in the sign until July 22, 2026. Happy Summer/Winter Solstice! This is a lovely season of the year to spend more time close to home with your family, with your loved ones, pets, and to let yourself be for a while. [10:23] Moon Report! The Libra First Quarter Moon (June 21, 2:55 pm PDT) at 0°32' Libra and Cancer. This is the first action point for the June 14 Gemini New Moon. This lunation could bring awareness about what's really going on with the people in our lives and the things that we value. This is a nice time to focus on beautifying your home and bringing it into balance. Check out Simone Butler's Astro Feng Shui book! [14:06] This is the First Quarter (first action point) in a Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC) that began with the New Moon Solar Eclipse on Sep. 21, 2025, at 29°5' Virgo. The Full Moon (awareness point) in this LPFC is on Mar. 22, 2027, at 1°35' Libra. The Last Quarter (last action point) in this LPFC is on Dec. 20, 2027, at 28°14' Virgo. [15:42] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. The Moon conjoins the Sun (Jun. 14, 7:54 pm PDT), is VOC for 9 hours, 20 minutes, then enters Cancer (Jun. 15, 5:14 am PDT). Check out Ep. 348's VOC Moon segment for more details. [16:32] The Moon in Cancer conjoins Jupiter (Jun. 17, 12:41 am PDT). It's VOC for 4 hours, 24 minutes, then enters Leo (5:05 am PDT). Use this VOC Moon period to research how to reasonably make your home safe and secure. [17:48] The Moon in Leo sextiles the Sun (Jun. 19, 4:30 am PDT). It's VOC for 3 hours, 7 minutes, then enters Virgo (7:37 am PDT). Use this VOC Moon period to appreciate the gift of today and the simple joy of your beating heart. [18:40] The Moon in Virgo sextiles Jupiter (Jun. 21, 10:33 am PDT). It's VOC for 3 hours, 22 minutes, then enters Libra (1:55 pm PDT). Use this VOC Moon to catch up on household chores and repairs to make your home more comfortable and efficient. [19:36] Listener June asks about preparing for a Solar Return when the Sun has difficult placements in the Birth Chart. Check out Andrea Gehrz's book, Remediation: A Guide for the Modern Astrologer. [26:12] Leave a message of one minute or less at speakpipe.com/ bigskyastrologypodcast or email april (at) bigskyastrology (dot) com; put “Podcast Question” in the subject line. Free ways to support the podcast: subscribe, like, review and share with a friend! [26:47] A tribute to this week's donors! If you would like to support the show and receive access to April's special donors-only videos, go to BigSkyAstropod.com and contribute $10 or more. You can make a one-time donation in any amount or become an ongoing monthly contributor.
What if the problem that feels like it might break everything is actually the doorway to a better way forward? In today's episode, Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy shares a powerful story from her own orthodontic practice about stress, staffing, fear, and the moment a trusted team member gave her two weeks' notice at the worst possible time. For high-achieving women in dentistry and deeply passionate healthcare professionals, this episode offers a calming and practical reminder: your nervous system may be telling you the sky is falling, but your future may be opening in ways you cannot see yet.Dr. Tarryn walks through how grounding, breathwork, nature, and a higher perspective can help shift panic into clarity, fear into trust, and overwhelm into better leadership. She also guides you through a simple practice you can return to whenever life, work, family, or your practice feels too heavy. Press play, step outside if you can, and borrow a little hindsight from your future self.Show notes:(4:04) When a key team member leaves(9:24) Fear creates worst-case thinking(11:12) Stepping outside to reset stress(14:10) Taking the glass elevator up(18:31) A staffing problem becomes growth(21:29) Minute 21 and 29 seconds(30:32) Outro_______________________IMPORTANT LINKS:Empower Her Retreat:Dates: October 1–4, 2026Location: Taos, New MexicoWebsite: empowerherretreat.orgConnect with Dr. MacCarthy:Email: tarryn@drtarrynmaccarthy.comBook a call with Tarryn:https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/happiness-and-prosperity-strategy-callUnlock your inner peace and reclaim joy in your profession with the Nervous System Regulation For Dentists Course: https://www.thebizofhappiness.com/calmPlease join my Facebook group, Business Of Happiness Hive, so we can all take this journey to find fulfillment and happiness together. Click here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2047152905700283Where to find me:Website: www.thebizofhappiness.comFacebook: facebook.com/thebusinessofhappinessIG: @thebizofhappinessIt would mean the world to me if you subscribe, leave a review, and share this podcast with your friends, co-workers, and families. This will help the trajectory of this podcast and allow others who are seeking true happiness to find the podcast.
In this episode, Neil challenges the mainstream narrative that the ultimate reward for hard work is escaping on a vacation. Reflecting on a recent trip to Japan and China, Neil explains why stepping completely away from his daily routines often causes him more stress than relaxation. He introduces the concept of the N1 Study, the idea that your life is a unique, ongoing experiment in human happiness where you are the sole participant. KEY TAKEAWAYS Redesign your reality: Build a daily life and business structure that is so enjoyable you don't constantly feel the need to escape from it. Shift your focus: Recognize the energizing difference between working on your business versus grinding in your business. Embrace the N1 Study: Treat your life as a personalized experiment where the primary metric for success is discovering what brings you happiness. Capture fleeting inspiration: Always keep a notebook or travel journal handy to record ideas the moment they strike. Prioritize personal fulfillment: Stop distorting your goals and schedules to meet the traditional expectations of others; ensure that you are pleasing at least yourself. QUOTES "If the best thing you can think of is taking a couple of weeks off from your life in the everyday sense, then you've built your life back to front." "You should plan and construct your everyday life in such a way that you're having so much fun, you don't want to take time off." "Ideas are shy and skittish. So when you have one, welcome it, make space for it and write it down before it runs away giggling to itself." "Your own life is an ongoing study with a single participant. We'll call this an N1 study." "Please at least yourself. Don't distort yourself to please another person." VALUABLE RESOURCES www.Neilcowmeadow.com info@neilcowmeadow.com HOST BIO Neil Cowmeadow is a maverick peripatetic guitar teacher from Telford with over 19 years' experience in the business of helping people. Learn how to start, grow and love your business with Neil's invaluable advice and tips without the buzzwords and BS! This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
The boxes are back, and this time it's personal! No one box vs. two box this time, just the one box and no good options! We're discussing The Measure and how it measures up and of course what's the right amount of foreknowledge. Enjoy! The Measure: https://chevaliersbooks.com/book/9780063204218 Support us at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/0G Join our Facebook discussion group (make sure to answer the questions to join): https://www.facebook.com/groups/985828008244018/ Email us at: philosophersinspace@gmail.com If you have time, please write us a review on iTunes. It really really helps. Please and thank you! Music by Thomas Smith: https://seriouspod.com/ Sibling shows: Embrace the Void: https://voidpod.com/ Next time: The Amazing Digital Circus and Sartre's No Exit
What we worship shapes how we live. Every time we choose to worship Jesus, we are declaring that our hope is not in the powers of this world. When the world feels chaotic, our instinct is often to grasp for control or give in to fear. In these chapters of Revelation, John is given a different response: worship. This side of heaven, worship reorients us. It reminds us that the One we worship is greater than anything we face. And it forms us. Embrace the idea that worship is not escape—it is resistance. It is actively aligning our hearts with what is most true.
Bob kicks off our new series, Summer at Embrace, with a message on meaningful relationships and purpose in life.#iamembraceEmbrace is one church, made up of multiple campuses and network churches. We exist to relentlessly reach the next person for Jesus.Give Herehttps://www.iamembrace.com/giveStay ConnectedWebsite: iamembrace.comEmbrace Church Facebook: facebook.com/iamembraceEmbrace Church Instagram: instagram.com/iamembraceAdam Weber YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@adamaweberAdam Weber Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adamaweberAdam Weber Instagram: instagram.com/adamaweber
In our new sermon series, "Human Flourishing," we're taking a journey through the book of Genesis to take a closer look at God's original plan— for humanity to flourish. Join us for week two with JT Escobar, as he reframes the importance of "no."
If God is hospitable, then we as the Church must be about extending his hospitality to the world. As we show hospitality to others in service of our Lord, He lovingly gifts us with further revelation of Himself. ^^^^^^^In Christ. In Community. In Lebanon.https://www.cornerstonelebanon.com/YouTube LivestreamThe Scriptures of both the Old and New Testaments (66 books) are the unique, divinely inspired, authoritative word of God that came through human agents under God's providence. Its primary purpose is to make us wise for salvation through faith in Jesus Christ (2 Timothy 3:15), who is the ultimate revelation of Eternal Life that the Scriptures testify about (John 5:39; Luke 24:25-27).
The inimitable Milo gives us his unique rant on how he turned ex-gay, how the Trump movement lost its mojo, and why an unhinged Candace Owens is the best Candace Owens and the only hope for America right now. (2:02) Damnatio Memoriae(4:51) Turning to Faith(6:32) Waking Up to Hell(9:08) God Implanted in Everyone(10:50) Epistemological Crisis(13:00) Catholicism as Western Defense(16:08) The Case of Candace Owens(22:25) Candace as Anointed(28:23) MAGA's Original Sin(33:31) What Was It All For?(37:44) Trump Didn't Think He'd Win(44:20) America's Best and Worst(47:02) Embrace the Iconoclasts If you’re tired of broken healthcare you need to choose the right pharmacy. Check them out at allfamilypharmacy.com/dinesh and use code DINESH10 to save 10% off your next order. Leave the old “buy and hold” crypto strategy behind at https://DineshCrypto.com ! Purchase crypto with military grade encryption and American customer service. Hundreds of crypto holders have saved MILLIONS thanks to BlockTrustIRA’s Animus AI. Visit https://DineshCrypto.com and receive up to $2,500 in FREE bonus crypto! America has nearly 39 trillion dollars in debt! Are you protected from this pending disaster? Go to http://DineshGold.com and get up to 10% in bonus gold or silver. I’m on substack! Check out what I have to say here: https://dineshdsouza.substack.com/ For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (706) 262-4774 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/dinesh" Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Dinesh D'Souza is an author and filmmaker. A graduate of Dartmouth College, he was a senior domestic policy analyst in the Reagan administration. He also served as a research fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and the Hoover Institution at Stanford University. He is the author of many bestselling books, including "Illiberal Education," "What's So Great About Christianity," "America: Imagine a World Without Her," "The Roots of Obama's Rage," "Death of a Nation," and "United States of Socialism." His documentary films "2016: Obama's America," "America," "Hillary's America," "Death of a Nation," and "Trump Card" are among the highest-grossing political documentaries of all time. He and his wife Debbie are also executive producers of the acclaimed feature film "Infidel." — Want to connect with Dinesh D'Souza online for more hard-hitting analysis of current events in America? Here’s how: Get Dinesh unfiltered, uncensored and unchained on Locals: https://dinesh.locals.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dsouzadinesh Twitter: https://twitter.com/dineshdsouza Rumble: https://rumble.com/dineshdsouza Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dineshjdsouzaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer explores how to trust life even when it breaks your heart. She talks about grief, healing, and trust following the loss of her son and father. Rosemerry shares how her daily poetry practice and spiritual teachings helped her navigate profound loss, embracing both sorrow and joy. She discusses her book All the Honey, the power of acceptance, and the mantra “adjust.” Rosemerry also discusses how openness, love, and small daily practices can support us through life's darkest moments. Have you ever ended the day feeling like your choices didn't quite match the person you wanted to be? Maybe you slipped into autopilot, or self-doubt made it harder to stick to your goals. If so, The Six Saboteurs of Self-Control can help you recognize the hidden patterns that quietly derail your progress and offers simple, effective strategies to move past them. If you're ready to take back control and make meaningful, lasting change, download your free copy at oneyoufeed.net/ebook. Key Takeaways: Exploration of grief and its complexities following profound loss. The healing process and the importance of trust in navigating emotional pain. The role of poetry in expressing and processing human emotions. Discussion of the parable of the two wolves and its relevance to personal struggles. The interplay of joy and sorrow in life and art, as reflected in Rosemarie's poetry. The significance of acceptance and openness in facing life's challenges. Personal stories illustrating moments of beauty amid grief. The concept of emotional triggers and their role in fostering mindfulness. The importance of asking reflective questions to guide daily actions and decisions. Strategies for integrating spiritual practices into everyday life to support emotional well-being. For full show notes: click here! If you enjoyed this conversation with Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer, check out these other episodes: How to Embrace Life's Paradoxes with Rosemerry Wahtola-Trommer How to Embrace the Sacredness of Everyday Life with Mirabai Starr By purchasing products and/or services from our sponsors, you are helping to support The One You Feed, and we greatly appreciate it. Thank you! This episode is sponsored by: Brodo Broth: Shop the best broth on the planet with Brodo. Head to Brodo.com/TOYF for 20% off your first subscription order and use code TOYF for an additional $10 off. Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince by going to Quince.com/feed for free shipping and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Shopify – The commerce platform that helps you build, grow, and manage your business all in one place. Start your $1/month trial at shopify.com/feed. David Protein bars deliver up to 28g of protein for just 150 calories—without sacrificing taste! For a limited time, our listeners can receive this special deal: buy 4 cartons and get the 5th free when you go to www.davidprotein.com/FEED Alma has a directory of 20,000 therapists with different specialities, life experiences, and identities, and 99% of them take insurance. Visit helloalma.com to learn more! Aura Frames: Named #1 by Wirecutter, you can save on the gifts moms love by visiting AuraFrames.com. For a limited time, listeners can get 25 dollars off their best-selling Carver Mat frame with code FEED. Support the show by mentioning us at checkout! Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at rocketmoney.com/feed. Taskrabbit: When life happens, your to-do list grows. Get ahead of it now and get fifteen dollars off your first task at Taskrabbit.com or on the Taskrabbit app using promo code FEED. Taskers book up fast, especially for same-day tasks, so book trusted home help today. Hello Fresh – Get 10 free meals + a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box. Offer valid while supplies last. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs discuss Willard's father's starting lineup suggestions, along with where they were when Kobe Bryant passed away in 2020. They also break down whether Warriors fans would embrace LeBron.
There is a growing trend of influencers who are embracing being lonely. Is this a good idea? Or should some things be kept private. Later in the show, we hear from Australia's first astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg. Plus, we give you all you need to know about Taylor Swift's upcoming wedding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Learn the best ways to keep clients coming back from Caroline Plambeck and Connor McGarry in Episode 734: 7 Client Retention Strategies Every Studio Owner Should Know. Extend the honeymoon phase: nurture members through a 90-day journey Embrace the loyalty loop: ensure the client journey never ends Rescue lost sheep: proactively reconnect with members before they disappear for good Reignite dormant demand: win back expired intros and canceled members Cultivate a third space: foster community, belonging and consistency Retention is your most predictable path to revenue you can count on. Maximize it.
Join Colleen Benelli for a guided Reiki journey to help you arrive in the present moment, embrace your current presence, and receive Reiki for gratitude, kindness, peace, and inner guidance. In this journey, you are guided into that experience through Reiki, breath, the Reiki symbols, the Bridge of Light, the River of Peace, and the Tree of Life. This Reiki meditation helps you: • Arrive in the present moment • Release worry and scattered energy • Receive gratitude and kindness • Connect with your body, breath, and inner wisdom • Embrace your current presence • Listen for the truth of who you are today • Receive a gift from your inner guidance • Ask for the next step that fits who you are now Colleen guides you through Reiki energy, the power symbol, SHK, HSZSN, DKM, HF, Tree of Life and the Karuna Reiki® symbols. You will connect with the wisdom of your body, heart, mind, spirit, the earth, the waters, the trees, the animals, your guides, and the light of Reiki. This journey includes the Reiki precepts as a present moment practice: Just for today, I let go of anger. Just for today, I let go of worry. Just for today, I receive gratitude. Just for today, I receive kindness. Just for today, I honor who I am now. Use this guided Reiki journey when you feel busy, scattered, uncertain, or ready to return to yourself. Reiki meets you here, in this breath, in this body, in this moment. Key Insights Guided Reiki Journey for Present Moment Awareness This journey helps you bring your attention into the present moment. You are guided to notice your body, breath, mind, heart, energy, and the truth of where you are today. Embracing Your Current Presence The central practice of this journey is embracing your current presence. You are invited to say, "I am here now. Reiki meets me here. I receive the wisdom of this moment." Reiki for Gratitude and Kindness This journey works with the Reiki precepts to help you receive gratitude, kindness, and honor for who you are now. These qualities help quiet the mind and soften the heart. Tree of Life Reiki Practice The Tree of Life brings grounding, balance, stability, nourishment, and connection with the earth. This journey invites the wisdom of the trees, waters, animals, plants, air, and ancient ones. Reiki for Worry, Stress and Scattered Energy At the River of Peace, you are guided to let go of worry, anger, challenges, cords, and future concerns that do not serve you in the moment. Reiki supports clarity, calm, and inner steadiness. Inner Guidance and Next Steps Near the end of the journey, you receive a gift from your own inner truth and inner guidance. Then you ask, "What is my next step that fits who I am, just for today?" People Also Ask, FAQ What is a guided Reiki journey? A guided Reiki journey is a Reiki meditation where you receive Reiki while being led through breath, symbols, imagery, spiritual guidance, and inner listening. It helps you connect with Reiki energy, your body, your intuition, and your spiritual awareness. How does Reiki help with present moment awareness? Reiki helps you notice what is true right now. It brings your attention to your breath, body, heart, mind, energy, and current life. This helps you release scattered energy and return to the present moment. What does it mean to embrace your current presence? Embracing your current presence means meeting yourself where you are today. It means honoring your body, feelings, wisdom, needs, responsibilities, and spiritual guidance in this moment. Can Reiki help me release worry? Yes. Reiki helps you pause, breathe, and receive calming energy. In this journey, the Reiki precepts support the practice of releasing worry just for today and returning to gratitude, kindness, and inner peace. What is the River of Peace in a Reiki journey? The River of Peace is a guided spiritual location used in this Reiki journey. It supports release, renewal, clarity, and peace. In this practice, you receive Reiki at the river and allow worry, anger, and challenges to be carried away for healing. What is the Tree of Life in Reiki practice? The Tree of Life is used as a grounding and spiritual alignment practice. It helps you connect with the earth, your body, your chakras, your roots, your branches, and the wisdom that supports your life. Who is this Reiki journey for? This Reiki journey is for Reiki practitioners, Reiki students, energy healers, and anyone who wants to receive Reiki for present moment awareness, gratitude, kindness, grounding, and inner guidance. Connect with Robyn and Colleen Website: https://reikilifestyle.com Podcast: https://reikilifestyle.com/podcast/ Community: Join our next Distance Reiki Share: https://reikilifestyle.com/reiki-share/ **DISCLAIMER** This episode is not a substitute for seeking professional medical care but is offered for relaxation and stress reduction, which supports the body's natural healing capabilities. Reiki is a complement to and never a replacement for professional medical care. Colleen and Robyn are not licensed professional healthcare providers and urge you to always seek out the appropriate physical and mental help professional healthcare providers may offer. Results vary by individual.
Welcome to Off The Beat and Track!In this special episode, host Stu Whiffen sits down with Richard McNamara, guitarist and songwriter from the legendary UK band Embrace.From anthemic classics like All You Good Good People, Come Back to What You Know, and Nature's Law, Embrace have spent decades crafting emotional, soaring indie rock that has connected with fans across generations. Richard reflects on the band's incredible journey—from the Britpop explosion through to their enduring success as one of Britain's most beloved alternative bands.
I have learned so much from my screw ups. Learn how to learn from mistakes by processing the why behind why you are doing it. #ThePitch #INICIVOX #VirtualMentorship
Do you love cracking a good riddle? Lots of people use brain teasers to exercise their brain abilities. Do you remember the first riddle you cracked? Maybe you found one on the back of a cereal box, or maybe your family member gave you a riddle to crack? Once you started solving riddles, it's extremely difficult to stop doing it. And you won't coz we´ve got tons of cool fresh riddles! Here's a portion of fresh riddles for you. You'll have to expose liars, unmask fake professionals and decide which of the grandmas is really dangerous. Embrace your inner true detective! #brightside Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of Conversations with Jeremy, I sit down with Original Poetree! Original Poetree is a poet and spoken word artist Original Poetree's work explores themes of healing, identity, emotional release, and personal transformation.
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Kaôh F***ing Rong Rewatch Ep 2 Survivor: Kaôh R?ng episode 2 brings plenty of chaos as Rob Cesternino returns with co-host Chappell for a wild recap of the second week's gameplay and meltdowns. Recap is back as Rob and Chappell break down the infamous “stand up, Jennifer!” moment, diving deep into legendary Survivor implosions and misplays that still have fans talking ten years later. This episode zeroes in on the flameout of Jennifer Lanzetti, who goes from safe to out in the blink of an eye after a series of questionable Tribal Council choices. The hosts dissect how Jennifer's desperate bid to flip the vote—standing up to make a dramatic speech and targeting the wrong allies—sealed her fate on the Brawn tribe. Meanwhile, Alicia defies all odds to survive another vote, despite being at the bottom and mocked by her own alliance. On the Beauty tribe, the bromance between Tai Trang and Caleb Reynolds gets the spotlight, with nods to Big Brother and Survivor odd-couple pairings, while Tai's epic struggle to retrieve the hidden idol raises the stakes. The Brains tribe adds to the drama with infighting over kerosene, water safety, and jungle know-how, as Liz Markham and Joe Del Campo butt heads, and Debbie Wanner adds her trademark quirkiness to tribe life. Key moments and insights include: – Jennifer Lanzetti's unforgettable Tribal Council scramble and stand-up speech, unraveling her game overnight – Alicia's surprising persistence and unorthodox fire-making comeback – Tai Trang's physical and emotional struggle climbing to reach the hidden idol on the Beauty beach – Brains tribe chaos: Liz and Joe's rivalry over camp decisions, and Debbie's laugh-out-loud confessional claims – Rob Cesternino and Chappell's theories on Tribal Council vote splits and behind-the-scenes subtext Will the Brawn tribe recover from back-to-back losses, or is another blow-up on the horizon? Can Alicia flip the script and join a new alliance—or will her luck run out before the merge? Don't miss this episode for hilarious takes, deep strategy analysis, and the play-by-play of one of Survivor's most astonishing self-destructs! Chapters: 0:00 Jennifer Lanzetti's Tribal Council Stand-Up 2:01 Jennifer’s Meltdown and Self-Elimination 5:26 Alicia Makes Fire, Shocks Tribe 7:23 Brawn Tribe’s Strategy and Alliances 11:56 The Infamous Worm in Jennifer's Ear 13:40 Scott and Jason Target Alicia 15:29 Challenge Losses and Brawn Weakness 19:41 Ty's Climb for the Hidden Immunity Idol 25:11 Brains Tribe Clash Over Kerosene 27:19 Liz Markham vs. Joe Del Campo 32:40 The Fall of Brains Tribe Power Players 36:28 Kindergarten Camp and Movie Parallels 38:30 Debbie's Place on the Brains Tribe 39:30 Live Know-It-Alls Show Highlights 41:23 Jonathan Penner's Jeff Kent Story 43:28 Embrace the Suck: Kyle Jason's Motto 44:15 Teasing the Next Survivor Kaôh R?ng Episode To order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!
Kaôh F***ing Rong Rewatch Ep 2 Survivor: Kaôh R?ng episode 2 brings plenty of chaos as Rob Cesternino returns with co-host Chappell for a wild recap of the second week's gameplay and meltdowns. Recap is back as Rob and Chappell break down the infamous “stand up, Jennifer!” moment, diving deep into legendary Survivor implosions and misplays that still have fans talking ten years later. This episode zeroes in on the flameout of Jennifer Lanzetti, who goes from safe to out in the blink of an eye after a series of questionable Tribal Council choices. The hosts dissect how Jennifer's desperate bid to flip the vote—standing up to make a dramatic speech and targeting the wrong allies—sealed her fate on the Brawn tribe. Meanwhile, Alicia defies all odds to survive another vote, despite being at the bottom and mocked by her own alliance. On the Beauty tribe, the bromance between Tai Trang and Caleb Reynolds gets the spotlight, with nods to Big Brother and Survivor odd-couple pairings, while Tai's epic struggle to retrieve the hidden idol raises the stakes. The Brains tribe adds to the drama with infighting over kerosene, water safety, and jungle know-how, as Liz Markham and Joe Del Campo butt heads, and Debbie Wanner adds her trademark quirkiness to tribe life. Key moments and insights include: – Jennifer Lanzetti's unforgettable Tribal Council scramble and stand-up speech, unraveling her game overnight – Alicia's surprising persistence and unorthodox fire-making comeback – Tai Trang's physical and emotional struggle climbing to reach the hidden idol on the Beauty beach – Brains tribe chaos: Liz and Joe's rivalry over camp decisions, and Debbie's laugh-out-loud confessional claims – Rob Cesternino and Chappell's theories on Tribal Council vote splits and behind-the-scenes subtext Will the Brawn tribe recover from back-to-back losses, or is another blow-up on the horizon? Can Alicia flip the script and join a new alliance—or will her luck run out before the merge? Don't miss this episode for hilarious takes, deep strategy analysis, and the play-by-play of one of Survivor's most astonishing self-destructs! Chapters: 0:00 Jennifer Lanzetti's Tribal Council Stand-Up 2:01 Jennifer’s Meltdown and Self-Elimination 5:26 Alicia Makes Fire, Shocks Tribe 7:23 Brawn Tribe’s Strategy and Alliances 11:56 The Infamous Worm in Jennifer's Ear 13:40 Scott and Jason Target Alicia 15:29 Challenge Losses and Brawn Weakness 19:41 Ty's Climb for the Hidden Immunity Idol 25:11 Brains Tribe Clash Over Kerosene 27:19 Liz Markham vs. Joe Del Campo 32:40 The Fall of Brains Tribe Power Players 36:28 Kindergarten Camp and Movie Parallels 38:30 Debbie's Place on the Brains Tribe 39:30 Live Know-It-Alls Show Highlights 41:23 Jonathan Penner's Jeff Kent Story 43:28 Embrace the Suck: Kyle Jason's Motto 44:15 Teasing the Next Survivor Kaôh R?ng Episode To order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!
This week, Jake and Bob are joined by Fr. John Horn, co-founder of the Institute for Priestly Formation, to continue their series on confession. They explore how the sin of pride often hides beneath the surface of our spiritual lives and can even affect the way we approach the Sacrament of Reconciliation itself. Using the parable of the Prodigal Son, they also uncover how fear, shame, and self-reliance can keep us from fully receiving the Father's love. At its core, Confession is an encounter with a Father who rejoices over His children and allowing our hearts to receive this love leads us toward deeper healing and freedom Key Points: Zephaniah's image of God rejoicing and singing over His people reveals the Father's true posture toward repentant sinners. Many of us approach confession assuming God is disappointed in them rather than delighting in their return. St. Thomas Aquinas teaches that "whatever is received is received according to the mode of the receiver." Which means, the disposition of our hearts is connected with our ability to receive the Father's love. Self-condemnation and self-hatred can be hidden forms of pride rather than genuine humility. Many deeply rooted patterns of sin become so familiar that we mistake them for normal life instead of areas needing healing. The younger son's demand for his inheritance reflects a desire for God's gifts apart from relationship with God Himself. The younger son's return reveals how shame can continue to operate even after repentance begins. The Father's embrace, kiss, robe, ring, and feast demonstrate God's extravagant response to repentance. The older brother reveals a different form of pride expressed through resentment, self-righteousness, and comparison. Resentment often exposes deeper fears, wounds, and unmet desires hidden beneath the surface. Joy can be difficult to receive when we are attached to self-protection, control, or self-judgment. True healing involves uncovering and renouncing the lies that keep us from trusting God's love. The Holy Spirit restores our original beauty by healing the places where we have rejected ourselves and doubted God's love. Resources: Institute for Priestly Formation Zephaniah 3:14-18 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:25 The Father Rejoices Over His Children 13:38 Disposition Changes Everything 22:42 Entering into the Prodigal Son Story 33:02 Shame and the Younger Son 39:14 The Father's Embrace and Mercy 43:33 The Older Brother's Hidden Pride Connect with Restore the Glory: Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!
To commemorate the 300th episode, Jeremy welcomes Ian MacKaye of Minor Threat, Fugazi, Embrace, The Evens, Dischord Records and more! On this episode, Jeremy and Ian talk working with Steve Albini, the importance of lyrics, The Who, interpreting songs, early Dischord Records turn around times, punk rock, spoken word, Henry Rollins, his early band The Slinkees, Ted Nugent, "In On The Kill Taker" and so much more! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON for a bonus episode where Ian answered questions by subscribers! FOLLOW THE SHOW ON INSTAGRAM / X
What do you learn when you face cancer, not once but twice?Savio P. Clemente has done it and came out the other side to share the squiggly lessons we all need. This episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen and Ashleigh speak with keynote and TEDx speaker, board-certified wellness coach, journalist, and two-time cancer survivor Savio P. Clemente about pressure and post-crisis leadership.Savio recounts being diagnosed in 2014 with stage three non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, undergoing six rounds of R-CHOP, and being cancer-free for a decade before a relapse. His experience fighting cancer tought him the importance of integrative healing, compassion, and the power of silence and stillness.
[Special Release: This episode is being released simultaneously on the main feed and Patreon for immediacy.] BREAKING NEWS: The Future of Doctor Who Takes a Dramatic Turn Just hours before recording, the BBC made a major announcement that affects Doctor Who's direction for years to come. RTD and Bad Wolf are parting ways with the BBC. The Christmas special is canceled. New production arrangements are being sought. John and Jim process what this means for fandom, for the show's creative identity, and for the possibility of a true fresh start. One host sees this as inevitable reckoning; the other worries about what gets lost in transition. Both discuss how long the darkness might last—and whether that's actually a bad thing. Season 25: Taking Stock of Four Stories After racing through Remembrance of the Daleks, Silver Nemesis, Happiness Patrol, and The Greatest Show in the Galaxy, Jim and John pause to rank what they've just watched. Best episode? That's clear. Worst episode? They disagree—and don't let ratings alone settle it. Best villain, best companion, best guest star, best monster, funniest moment, best overall moment—each category sparks different reactions. What makes a story work, even when individual elements fail? When does spectacle overwhelm character? Why does one host adore a story the other found painful? Nemesis of the Daleks: The First Dalek Comic in Ages A four-part comic strip featuring the Doctor's oldest enemies—and a character that may or may not have survived. The art improves significantly from recent strips. The scope feels genuinely cinematic with the Dalek Death Wheel. But here's the question: did the ending rush a story that deserved more room to breathe? John appreciates the scale; Jim wishes the narrative had time to match it. Both wonder if this Dalek adversary will return. Music & Memory TARDIS "The Psychic Circus" by Christopher Guard (who played Bellboy) is a curiosity—an actual song written specifically about an episode, not the show itself. Peter Davison's final story, "The Caves of Androzani," offers stunning supporting characters and a presidency subplot that overshadows the main narrative. One host loves it unreservedly; the other would only revisit select scenes. What Doctor Who Needs Now With RTD out and the show facing a complete reset, Jim and John discuss what a new showrunner should do. Forget continuity complications? Embrace them? How long should the silence last? Should the next Doctor arrive on screen with no explanation, like Eccleston did? Can a complete reboot work? Should there even be a TARDIS anymore? These aren't answered so much as explored—and the conversation suggests the wilderness years ahead might be exactly what the franchise needs. Support the Podcast: Join us on Patreon for early access to episodes like this, exclusive comics, Memory TARDIS selections, and bonus content! The Doctor's Beard Podcast on Patreon As little as $3/month gets you: Early access to all episodes Exclusive Patreon-only content Full comic strips we discuss Bonus Memory TARDIS segments $5/month adds access to our special Gatwa and Tennant reviews from the Disney era. Coming Up Next: Friday (Patreon): Doctor Who: The Ultimate Adventure (1980s stage production from 1989, featuring 70-year-old John Pertwee). Following Wednesday (Main Feed): Colin Baker retrospective (previously recorded Patreon exclusive from our hiatus). Following Monday (Patreon): Music, Memory TARDIS, and comics "Stairway to Heaven" and "Hunger from the Ends of Time." Hashtags: #DoctorWho #PatreonExclusive #Episode175 #RTD #BadWolf #ChristmasSpecialCanceled #Season25Retrospective #NemesisOfTheDaleks #SylvesterMcCoy #PeterDavison #CavesOfAndrozani #FutureOfDoctorWho #ClassicWho #NewWho #DoctorWhoPodcast #BrokenNews
Connect with Us:If you're an injured runner we can help you get back to running pain-free.Book a free call with us:https://matthewboydphysio.com/booking/Running Fundamentals Course:https://matthewboydphysio.com/running-fundamentals-course/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/matthewboydphysio/SummaryIn this episode, Greg shares his journey from chronic knee pain to running pain-free, highlighting the importance of resilience, proper form, and understanding the body's adaptive capacity. Discover practical insights on managing pain, building strength, and staying motivated through setbacks.TakeawaysEmbrace resilience over rest: By gently staying active, even with some discomfort, you can heal faster and keep your body in tune.Find your adaptive zone: Progress isn't always a straight line. Embrace the ups and downs, knowing you're still moving forward.Rethink aging and joints: Your joints are adaptable, not destined to wear out. Keep them moving and strong.Build your resilience shield: Strengthening your body not only heals but also protects you from future setbacks.Shift your mindset on pain: See pain as a temporary guide, not a barrier. This shift can unlock new paths to healing.Gently push your limits: By safely expanding your comfort zone, you empower your body to grow stronger.Engage, don't avoid: Turn pain into a cue for action, transforming recovery into an active journey.
Rules are good, but when you emphasize them too much, it's not healthy for your relationship. John and Danny discuss how they've learned too many guidelines in parenting isn't a good thing. Then, Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder explain why we need to focus more on the relationship with our kids than on rules. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Simple Habits for Effective Parenting for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Effective Habits to Embrace in Parenting Counseling Consultation and Referrals Building Your Discipline Toolkit From a Biblical Perspective Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.
What if the secret to a business that actually sets you free has nothing to do with your idea, your hustle, or your vision, and everything to do with a number most entrepreneurs never pay close enough attention to? In this episode of The Happy Hustle Podcast, I sit down with Omar Zenhom, co-founder of the legendary $100 MBA Show podcast and the man behind Webinar Ninja, a SaaS company he built from zero to over 30,000 users and eventually sold in 2024. Omar is an educator turned entrepreneur, the kind of guy who left a decade of teaching to go all in on business, built something real over ten years, and came out the other side financially free and still hungry for the next chapter. His podcast has racked up over 300 million downloads and consistently ranks among the top business shows in more than 30 countries. He's not flashy about it. He's just sharp, honest, and genuinely good at what he does. This episode matters because Omar is one of those rare entrepreneurs who's actually done it. He built, he scaled, he burned the candle, he sold, and now he talks about all of it, including the parts that surprised him. If you're a business owner trying to build something that gives you more freedom, not less, this conversation is going to hit. Here are the biggest lessons from this one. Margins aren't the most important thing in business. They're the only thing. Omar opened with something he says constantly on his own show, and it bears repeating here. If your margins aren't healthy, you can't hire great people, you can't delegate, you can't step back, and you definitely can't build a business that serves your life. He says sixty percent is the floor, and anything below that puts you on life support. Software, digital products, service businesses built on systems, these are the models that get you there. Get the margins right first, then build everything else on top. Stop trying to find a diamond in the rough when it comes to hiring. Omar went looking for the most expensive engineer he could find on Upwork, a former engineering exec at Yahoo, because his software needed someone elite. That one person did in ten hours a week what five cheaper engineers couldn't. You pay for it upfront or you pay for it later in messes, rewrites, and wasted time. The same goes for editors, videographers, anyone whose taste and skill directly affects the quality of what you're putting into the world. One great hire changes everything. Validate before you build. Before Webinar Ninja was a real product, Omar and Nicole pre-sold it. One hundred and fifty spots in 48 hours, just on the promise of a solution four months out. That told them everything. People don't just say they want something when they put actual money down. If you're sitting on a business idea right now and haven't tested whether anyone will pay for it yet, that's the only thing that matters next. Embrace the struggle as part of the deal. Omar grew up watching his Egyptian immigrant parents rebuild their lives from scratch in America. That foundation gave him something money can't buy, a high tolerance for discomfort and a genuinely low floor for what counts as failure. He says his fondest memories from ten years at Webinar Ninja are the hard moments, the fires, the pivots, the times he had no idea how he'd get out of something. That mindset isn't just feel-good advice. It's a practical edge. When you stop treating struggle as a sign something's wrong and start treating it as the job, you get a lot harder to shake. AI is not optional anymore, and using it to figure out how to use it better is the move. Omar is building new software on weekends using Claude and Windsurf, no code, no development team. He's using Claude to write his prompts before he even opens the builder. What used to take years now takes a few weekends. He's clear that the people who are thriving right now aren't just using AI, they're building the habit of reaching for it first, staying curious about its limits, and using it to multiply everything they already do well. If you're still on the fence, he'd tell you that fence is expensive. We also get into what it's actually like to sell a business, the 16 months it took, the emotional whiplash of feeling relief and then feeling lost, the NDA that keeps him from saying the number but also the fact that he blinked twice. Omar and Nicole's story of co-founding a company as husband and wife while staying married is one for the books too, and his 70/10/10/5/5 money formula is the kind of simple framework you'll want to write down. The closing of this episode is one of the most grounding things I've heard in a long time. Omar's billboard isn't a quote. It's a mirror. Because every time he was stuck, every time he hit a wall, the common denominator was him. Not the market, not the economy, not bad timing. Him. And once he stopped running from that and started taking full ownership, everything shifted. That's the energy Omar brings, direct, honest, and genuinely fired up about the game of business and the life you can build through it. If you want more of that, go listen to the full episode at https://caryjack.com/podcastin/ It just might be the reset you didn't know you needed. 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Embrace the game! Stop your timid, even if it means running into the outfield wall. Twice. Josh Rojas has a minor league hit and a major league hit in the same day, in the form of an SAT question. Kazuma goes Tex Mex, adding a little Country with the quesadilla. Bello goes a little Devers. Matt completes the home run bingo card with Sacramento as the free space. Patti rants about basepaths. It's Pride month and TEX celebrates it through rainbow capitalism but dropping in the formerly September-based Faith and Family night into June instead of a public, inclusive Pride event. LAD honored trailblazers Glenn Burke and Billy Bean with a permanent display, but Blake can't even manage to wear the cap. In other cap news, the Fascist-in-Chief is pro salary cap, one it was explained to him. So much crosstraining with FIFA, from the actions of Mexican teachers, and the families of the disappeared, to the beginning of denying entry to officials, to fighting for reasonable water bottle policies and mass transit. We've resorted to school buses.We say, “Actual 60 or Laureano 60?” “Happliy eating Fluffernutters,” and “Geezer graduation.” Fight the man, go see some live baseball, send your game balls to Meredith, and find us on Bluesky @ncibpodcast, on Facebook @nocryinginbball, Instagram @nocryinginbball and on the Interweb at nocryinginbball.com. Please take a moment to subscribe to the show, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NCiB. Become a supporter at Patreon to help us keep doing what we do. We now have episode transcripts available! They are available for free at our Patreon site. Say goodnight, Pottymouth.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world at a pace few could have imagined. Today, author and pastor C.R. Wiley joins Marlin Detweiler to discuss the pros and cons of AI, the rise of transhumanist thinking, and what these technological developments mean for Christians, families, and educators.We also discuss how classical Christian education is uniquely positioned for the AI age, how technology shapes the people who use it, and what wisdom parents and students need as they navigate a society influenced by artificial intelligence.
This week, I'm joined by Kate Merryweather, LinkedIn coach extraordinaire. We dive into LinkedIn, discussing how a platform once deemed intimidating and corporate can be your golden ticket for business visibility. Kate shares her transition from copywriter to LinkedIn coach, driven by demand for her expertise. We chat about the fear and mindset barriers LinkedIn presents, especially for women, and how showing up authentically can change perceptions. Kate emphasises storytelling and authenticity as key trends, demystifying LinkedIn for business growth. With actionable tips and humorous anecdotes, this episode is your LinkedIn confidence booster! Let's get visible! katemerryweather.com.au Linkedin LinkedIn Show Up School **Key Takeaways:** 1. Authenticity and storytelling drive LinkedIn success. 2. Overcome LinkedIn fear by embracing visibility. 3. Ask audience-focused questions to engage effectively. 4. Repurposed Instagram content often underperforms on LinkedIn. 5. Embrace diverse voices to transform LinkedIn culture.
Isn't it oddly freeing to be humbled? To be gently caught in a blind spot and brought back down to solid ground? In this warm and disarming episode, Lia Girard invites us to reconsider our relationship with imperfection — not as something to be ashamed of or frantically fixed, but as part of God's purposeful, loving design. In a world that bombards us with impossible standards of beauty, brilliance, and success, the pressure to appear perfect is relentless. And for Christians, it can feel even more loaded — especially when Jesus Himself says in Matthew 5:48, "Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect." But here's where the Greek original opens everything up. The word used — teleios — doesn't mean flawless. It means to mature in pursuing a goal. And Romans 3:23-24 makes the rest beautifully clear: not one of us achieves perfection on this earth. We all fall short. Every single one. That is not a verdict of shame — it is an invitation to grace. Our imperfection is what keeps us running to God, receiving His forgiveness, and extending compassion to others who are equally in need. Lia reminds us that only Jesus is perfect, and it is His perfection — not ours — that reconciles us to God. So rather than chasing the illusion of flawlessness, we are invited to happily, humbly become works in progress — directed, healed, and matured in His loving hands. Today's Bible Verse "...for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and all are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus." — Romans 3:23-24, NIV Ponder Today Imperfection is not a flaw in God's design — it is part of it. Our propensity for sin and our need for grace are what continually draw us back to God, to receive His love and redemption, and to realize that only Jesus is perfect. Teleios means mature, not flawless. When Jesus calls us to be "perfect," He is calling us to grow and pursue Christlikeness — not to achieve a sinless standard we were never designed to reach on our own. Humility is a gift, not a defeat. Being made aware of our shortcomings protects us from pride and self-glorification — the very trap Satan uses to lead us away from dependence on God. A humble heart is a protected heart. Our imperfection gives us the capacity for compassion. When we honestly face our own sin and receive God's forgiveness, we become better equipped to extend that same grace to others who are struggling alongside us. Chasing the illusion of perfection keeps us from receiving grace. When we cover up or ignore our weak places to appear flawless, we rob ourselves of the very thing we need most — God's transforming, healing presence in those exact places. A Prayer for You Today Dear God, it's never easy to face imperfection. But I know You made me on purpose, and I don't need to compare myself to anyone else — because we are all unique creations. Help me understand that there is no human standard for "perfect." Help me remember that my propensity for sin gives me the opportunity to receive Your forgiveness and grace, which equips me to show compassion to others. Don't let me be misled by the pursuit of flawlessness — because only You are perfect. Instead, help me to happily and humbly be a work in progress, directed, healed, and matured in Your loving hands. I love and thank You. Amen. Don't Miss an Episode If today's prayer gave you permission to stop striving and start growing, we'd love to stay connected. Subscribe to the LifeAudio newsletter at LifeAudio.com for daily prayers, devotionals, and more content to walk with you — imperfectly and beautifully — in faith every day. If you like this podcast, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Your Nightly Prayer - an evening Christian prayer podcast to help you end your day in conversation with God. https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Read Online“You are the light of the world. A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and then put it under a bushel basket; it is set on a lampstand, where it gives light to all in the house. Just so, your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father.” Matthew 5:14–16Light and darkness are not opposing forces; rather, darkness is simply the absence of light. When light enters, darkness is dispelled. In a similar way, good and evil are not equal forces. Evil is the absence of God's presence and grace, and where God's light shines, evil is overcome.Today's Gospel is part of the Sermon on the Mount, one of Jesus' most well known teachings. The simile of light follows the Beatitudes, in which Jesus reveals the paradox of true blessedness in the Kingdom of God compared to fleeting worldly blessings. After teaching that true happiness is found in spiritual poverty, holy sorrow, meekness, righteousness, mercy, purity, peacemaking, and love in the face of persecution, Jesus calls His followers to radiate this blessedness to the world. They are to shine as a light in the midst of darkness, becoming beacons of God's presence and grace, dispelling evil by their witness to divine truth and love.In John's Gospel, Jesus proclaims, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life” (John 8:12). In today's Gospel from Matthew, Jesus extends this mission to His followers, teaching that they are the light of the world. As bearers of His light, they must not hide this gift but allow it to shine brightly for others, so that through their good works, God may be glorified.This invitation to be light in the world, dispelling darkness, resonates deeply within the natural longing of every human heart. As beings created in the image and likeness of God, we are naturally drawn to goodness, truth, and beauty. The desire to make a positive difference and to bring goodness into the world is inscribed into our very nature by God. No one living in accord with human reason seeks to make the world worse. Even those who choose evil often do so out of a distorted or misguided understanding of what is good. This confusion arises from the absence of God's light in their hearts, leading them to pursue false or incomplete goods instead of the ultimate good, which is found in union with God.This call to be light, therefore, is not simply a duty—it is a return to our truest selves, a fulfillment of our deepest purpose. In choosing to reflect the light of Christ through our good deeds, we not only dispel the darkness around us but also restore within ourselves the divine image that sin seeks to obscure. We become who we were made to be.Yet, Jesus' teaching points us beyond the fulfillment of a natural desire to make a positive difference. He elevates this longing by inviting us to participate in His supernatural mission, by which the Father is glorified. Through the grace of the Holy Spirit we are transformed into vessels of God's light and love. It is not by our own power but through God's light within us that we are able to radiate His truth and goodness to the world.Reflect today on the desire God has placed within your heart to make a difference in the world. Begin with that desire but allow Christ to elevate it. Recognize that the greatest good you can do is to radiate God's light. Jesus is the True Light, but He calls you to be a beacon, reflecting His love for all to see. When God's light shines through us, we do not glorify ourselves but give glory to the Father, leading others to share in His glory. This mission—to be a lampstand for God's light—is the highest calling of your life and the only way to fulfill the longing He has written into your heart. Embrace that mission, nourish it through prayer and the sacraments, and rejoice as God uses you to further His eternal glory.Jesus, True Light of the World, You shine the radiance of Your truth and grace into my soul and call me to reflect Your light for others. Help me to magnify Your presence and glorify the Father through my life. Flood my soul with Your divine light, dispelling all darkness within me. Use me as Your instrument to renew the world in Your love and mercy. Jesus, I place all my trust in You. Image: Let Your Light Shine by Lawrence OP, license CC BY-NC-ND 2.0.Source: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.
In this episode of The Business of Happiness, Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy speaks to high-achieving healthcare professionals and women in dentistry who look successful on the outside but still feel far from peace on the inside. If you have built the career, cared for the patients, led the team, checked every box, and still feel like you are running at 100 miles an hour, this episode will hit home.Dr. Tarryn shares why slowing down can feel unsafe, why achievement alone will never create true fulfillment, and how small moments of calm can help your nervous system learn peace again. This is your invitation to stop chasing the next finish line and start practicing happiness now. Listen in, take a breath, and give your overachiever brain a tiny, well-earned plot twist.Show notes:(2:38) Running at one hundred miles(6:08) Why slowing down feels unsafe(11:17) You get to choose peace(14:00) Leaving work and breaking down(16:41) Starting to slow down summer(19:34) Five minutes to practice calm(24:13) Outro_______________________IMPORTANT LINKS:Empower Her Retreat:Dates: October 1–4, 2026Location: Taos, New MexicoWebsite: empowerherretreat.orgConnect with Dr. MacCarthy:Email: tarryn@drtarrynmaccarthy.comBook a call with Tarryn:https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/happiness-and-prosperity-strategy-callUnlock your inner peace and reclaim joy in your profession with the Nervous System Regulation For Dentists Course: https://www.thebizofhappiness.com/calmPlease join my Facebook group, Business Of Happiness Hive, so we can all take this journey to find fulfillment and happiness together. Click here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2047152905700283Where to find me:Website: www.thebizofhappiness.comFacebook: facebook.com/thebusinessofhappinessIG: @thebizofhappinessIt would mean the world to me if you subscribe, leave a review, and share this podcast with your friends, co-workers, and families. This will help the trajectory of this podcast and allow others who are seeking true happiness to find the podcast.
In this episode of All Rise, Abdu Murray and Derek Caldwell sit down with Dr. Brian Boyd to discuss the urgent ethical questions surrounding artificial intelligence. AI is developing faster than our laws, institutions, families, and churches can respond. So how should Christians think about a technology that is already reshaping work, creativity, education, childhood, and our understanding of wisdom itself? Read the Pro-Human AI Declaration statement at https://humanstatement.org/. Read Dr. Boyd's important essay on AI ethics at https://www.thenewatlantis.com/publications/we-must-steward-not-subjugate-nor-worship-ai Learn about Abdu's urgent new book, Fake ID: How AI and Identity Ideology Are Collapsing Reality—And What to Do About It (David C Cook, 2026) at https://realitycollapsebook.com/.
The discussion focuses on the Dallas Cowboys' defensive outlook as OTAs begin, specifically examining the impact of new coaching under Christian Parker. They debate the potential addition of Jadeveon Clowney and how his veteran presence would affect the development of younger players like Malachai Lawrence. Finally, they highlight the importance of attention to detail under the new staff and the leadership roles of veteran defensive linemen.
Acts 9:17-27God has to do something IN us before He can do something THROUGH us-Preparing him-Humbling himQ: How can you spiritually mature like Paul?1. Embrace your DESERT2. Learn by FIRE3. Connect at CHURCH
Have you ever wondered how to advance your career while staying true to your authentic self? In this insightful episode of The Quiet And Strong Podcast, host David Hall welcomes career and leadership coach Maya Sharfi to explore how professionals – especially introverts and women in leadership – can step confidently into senior roles, negotiate life-changing raises, and build sustainable, fulfilling careers.Listeners will learn how to identify and leverage their unique strengths, overcome internal and external barriers to advancement, and navigate the promotion process with clarity and purpose. Maya Sharfi shares practical strategies for tackling networking in a way that fits your personality, embracing your own leadership style, and moving beyond self-doubt to achieve meaningful results.Tune in to discover how you can advance in your career, develop your leadership skills, and truly enjoy the process—no matter where you start. Embrace who you are, learn from real-world examples and thoughtful advice, and be strong.Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/279Maya Sharfi helps high-achieving women—many of them introverts—step into senior leadership roles, negotiate life-changing raises, and build careers that are both successful and sustainable. While she identifies as an extrovert, she has spent years partnering closely with introverted leaders, helping them leverage their strengths to advance, increase their visibility, and navigate promotions with confidence. She is the founder of Build Yourself, where she has coached clients to land executive promotions, secure $40K–$100K salary increases, and lead powerfully—without overworking or changing who they are.Connect with Maya: Website | LinkedInSend us Fan MailSupport the show- - -Contact the Host of the Quiet and Strong Podcast:David HallAuthor, Speaker, Educator, Podcasterquietandstrong.comGobio.link/quietandstrongdavid [at] quietandstrong.comNOTE: This post may contain affiliate links. I may earn a commission if you make a purchase, at no extra cost to you.Take the FREE Personality Assessment: Typefinder Personality AssessmentFollow David on your favorite social platform:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube Get David's book:Minding Your Time: Time Management, Productivity, and Success, Especially for IntrovertsGet Quiet & Strong Merchandise
David Clarke leads communications at Oh Hello Agency, specializing in public relations, strategic messaging, and brand storytelling. His career spans NYC Public Schools, NYC Pride | Heritage of Pride, Inc., The WNET Group, and Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, earning high-impact media coverage and shaping resonant campaigns. A published journalist in OutSmart Magazine, BroadwayWorld, and others, David blends strategy and storytelling to elevate diverse voices with authenticity and purpose.
Danny McNamara from Embrace joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss the band's new album Avalanche, 30 years of Embrace, and why he feels more inspired now than ever. In this conversation, Danny reflects on the band's landmark debut The Good Will Out, the huge comeback with Out Of Nothing, and why new music — not nostalgia — is still what drives him. Danny also talks about the life lesson running through Avalanche: life doesn't wait for you to be ready. He discusses marriage, fatherhood, learning to live in the moment, and how those changes have reshaped his songwriting. Elsewhere, Danny opens up about songs including "Road To Nowhere," "Up In Your Feelings," "Pure O," "Get Out Of My Own Way" and "Coming Home," as well as his creative relationship with his brother Richard McNamara, the stories Embrace fans share with him, and why this chapter feels like a beginning rather than a look back. Listen to episode #288 of the XS Noize Podcast with Danny McNamara from Embrace.
Read OnlineWhen Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain, and after he had sat down, his disciples came to him. He began to teach them, saying: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of heaven…” Matthew 5:1–3Like Moses, Jesus “went up the mountain” to deliver divine teaching. Rather than issuing commandments, He proclaimed invitations to partake in God's very life. The Beatitudes do not merely set forth a moral code; they unveil the interior dispositions of those who live in communion with God's grace, revealing a blessedness that transcends worldly notions of morality. Jesus did not receive these divine laws as a prophet; He delivered them as God—not inscribed on stone tablets, but written upon the hearts of those who receive His wisdom in faith.The Ten Commandments, given by God through Moses, present moral precepts that are easily understood. The Beatitudes, however, can only be grasped through the gift of divine insight. For this reason, they can be challenging at first. Why would anyone desire to be poor in spirit, to mourn, to be meek, to hunger and thirst for righteousness, to be merciful, pure of heart, a peacemaker, or to suffer persecution and insult? Because those who embrace this way of life are rewarded with the Kingdom of Heaven: They will receive divine comfort, be satisfied, obtain mercy, see God, be called children of God, and receive great reward in Heaven.The Beatitudes are divine paradoxes. They reveal how true blessedness is found not in earthly power, wealth, or comfort, but in spiritual poverty, humility, and even suffering for the sake of righteousness. They overturn worldly expectations, teaching that those who seem least in the eyes of the world are, in fact, greatest in the eyes of God. By embracing these paradoxes, a disciple of Christ discovers that what appears to be weakness is, in reality, the path to divine strength, and what seems like loss is, in truth, the means to eternal gain. For those who enjoy earthly power, wealth, or comfort, the Beatitudes are exceptionally challenging. Yet for those who are weak, poor, or afflicted, the Beatitudes offer profound consolation. Divine Wisdom is the fullness of Truth, accessible only through the gift of grace. No amount of human reasoning or philosophical argument can fully unveil the depth of the Beatitudes—only God, through His grace, can open the mind and heart to their truth. Throughout life, we are confronted with countless competing opinions about how we ought to live. A deep desire for happiness is inscribed upon every human soul, yet people seek its fulfillment in vastly different ways. While worldly wisdom may offer guidance for a healthy and comfortable life, only divine Wisdom can fulfill the soul's deepest longing for true and lasting happiness. Do you want to be happy? Of course you do. Though many people experience unhappiness and even engage in actions that lead to misery, human nature is such that every choice we make is ultimately driven by our innate longing for happiness. As the saying goes, “You can't not want to be happy!” The key to attaining happiness is discovering the true path. Since God Himself has placed this natural longing within our souls, we must turn to Him for its fulfillment. The answer He has given is the Beatitudes.Reflect today on your desire for happiness. Because of our fallen human nature, we suffer from what the Church calls “concupiscence.” Concupiscence distorts our passions and desires, obscures our thinking, and weakens our will, making it difficult to discover the true path to the fulfillment we desire. The Beatitudes remedy concupiscence by exposing our fallen tendencies and the false promises of happiness we so easily believe, redirecting us toward the truth. Embrace the wisdom of the Beatitudes, strive to live them by the aid of grace, and you will discover that your deepest desires are fulfilled—not in passing pleasures, but in the truth of these interior dispositions. Lord of all Wisdom, You have created me for true and lasting happiness, yet I often seek fulfillment in worldly comforts and turn from the path You have set before me. Grant me the gift of Your Wisdom to recognize Your way and the grace to follow it faithfully, that I may one day rejoice forever in Your Kingdom. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Jesus Teaches the Sermon on the Mount, the Beatitudes vintage illustration, via Adobe StockSource: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.
Listen to God in His call. God will be with you. Trust God, believe Him. Go and grow with God.^^^^^^^In Christ. In Community. In Lebanon.https://www.cornerstonelebanon.com/YouTube LivestreamThe Scriptures of both the Old and New Testaments (66 books) are the unique, divinely inspired, authoritative word of God that came through human agents under God's providence. Its primary purpose is to make us wise for salvation through faith in Jesus Christ (2 Timothy 3:15), who is the ultimate revelation of Eternal Life that the Scriptures testify about (John 5:39; Luke 24:25-27).
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I'm excited to welcome Dale Young to the show.What happens when you stop chasing success and start pursuing your true calling?Dale Young has dedicated his life to helping entrepreneurs, business owners, financial advisors, and realtors discover their Divine Design and Eternal Purpose. Through his coaching, assessments, and faith driven approach, he helps people uncover who they are at their core, strengthen the communities around them, and step boldly into the work they were created to do.As a two time #1 bestselling author, ICF Professional Certified Coach, and executive coach, Dale inspires others to find greater impact, confidence, fulfillment, and peace by aligning their lives with their calling.Join us for a powerful conversation about identity, purpose, leadership, faith, and legacy.Mark your calendar and join us live. This is a conversation for anyone seeking greater clarity, direction, and meaning in their life and work.Watch live and subscribe:https://www.youtube.com/@sifurafaeltv?sub_confirmation=1Sifu Rafael is a master instructor and the founder of Speaking Prowess, where he combines expertise in communication and leadership to help individuals unlock their full potential. As a professional speaker, solutions expert, and executive coach, he helps leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose while creating greater impact in their personal and professional lives. Learn more about Sifu Rafael:sifurafael.com#coachingcall #sifurafael #calling #leadership #faithdriven #entrepreneurship #purpose #legacy #personalgrowth #executivecoach
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