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Pregnancy and childbirth have somehow become competitive sports — complete with judgment, unsolicited opinions, internet “experts,” and enough mom guilt to last a lifetime before the baby even arrives. In this episode, Nicole sits down with labor and delivery nurse, viral creator, and bestselling author Jen Hamilton to unpack the unrealistic expectations women face around birth, pain management, advocacy, and motherhood itself. Jen shares why rigid birth plans often set women up for disappointment, how “birth vibes” create space for empowerment and adaptability, and what every woman deserves to feel during labor: heard, respected, informed, and safe. From epidurals and medical interventions to maternal mortality and grief after birth trauma, this conversation is equal parts practical, emotional, hilarious, and deeply validating. In This Episode, We Explore: The difference between “birth plans” and “birth vibes” How flexibility and adaptability change the birth experience Why the “perfect birth story” is mostly a myth The truth about epidurals, pain medication, and mom guilt How to advocate for yourself when you feel unheard or dismissed Why women of color face higher risks in maternal healthcare How support people can actually be supportive during labor The importance of feeling respected and emotionally safe during birth What closure and healing can look like after a traumatic birth experience Why giving yourself grace matters more than getting everything “right” A reminder that birth, motherhood, and life rarely go according to plan. Empowerment isn't about perfection or control — it's about trusting yourself, adapting when things change, and giving yourself grace when things get messy.  Thank you to our sponsors! Become a Fora Advisor today at Foratravel.com/WOMAN - and make sure to tell them we sent you! Elevate your summer wardrobe: Go to Quince.com/tiww for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns! Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free! Families are better when they're working together… go to myskylight.com/WOMANSWORK for $30 off your Skylight Calendar. Start your risk-free Greenlight trial today at Greenlight.com/TIWW. Don't wait to teach your kids real-world money skills! Connect with Jen: Book: https://www.jenhamilton.co/birthvibes  Website: www.jenhamilton.co  IG: https://www.instagram.com/_jen_hamilton_/?hl=en  FB: https://www.facebook.com/jenhamiltonfacebook/  Substack: https://jenhamiltonsub.substack.com/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/jenhamilton  Related Podcast Episodes: Fertility Myths, IVF & the Pressure Women Carry with Dr. Lucky Sekhon  | 415 A Terrible Strength: How Medical Bias Is Costing Women Their Lives with Dr. Kemi Doll | 408 Endometriosis & Women's Health with Somer Baburek | 238 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

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In this heartfelt conversation on I Am Refocused Radio, we sit down with Samantha Taylor, Speech Language Pathologist, owner of Olive Speech Therapy, PLLC, and founder of the Empowered Parent Network. What started as every parent's worst fear — her son's diagnosis of bilateral profound sensorineural hearing loss — became the catalyst that completely redirected Samantha's life. A former journalism student with dreams of becoming a reporter, Samantha made the courageous leap into speech-language pathology after realizing she wanted to walk alongside families facing the same challenges she once did. Samantha opens up about:- The emotional and spiritual journey of becoming a mother of a Deaf child and how it reshaped her identity and purpose- Why she left school-based therapy to build a private practice rooted in connection, advocacy, and safe spaces- The power of meeting families as a human being first — not just a clinician- How she created the Empowered Parent Network to give parents the support, coaching, and advocacy tools they desperately need- Balancing motherhood, business ownership, and self-care without burning out- What it really looks like to turn personal pain into lasting impact for other families If you're a parent navigating speech delays, hearing loss, autism, or special needs — or if you're a therapist or leader looking to build something meaningful from your own story — this episode will encourage you to see your challenges as the very thing that can qualify you to help others. Connect with Samantha:

Deacon Steve Greco is a permanent deacon of the Diocese of Orange. He is founder of Spirit Filled Hearts Ministry, director of evangelization and formation for the Diocese of Orange and host of Empowered by the Spirit.  This 2016 encore episode features Armando Cervantes talking about ministry to young people.Empowered by the Spirit airs live weekdays at 10:00am and Fridays at 5pm Pacific Time go to https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/empowered-by-the-spirit website or download our Spirit Filled Radio App for Android or Apple Devices.APPLE LINK FOR APPGOOGLE PLAY LINK FOR APPArchives of shows from Spirit Filled Radio are available on podcast at https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/empowered-by-the-spiritSupport the show Support the show

Discover how Tiffany Rampey transformed her grief into a movement that empowers widows to travel the world responsibly and joyfully. In this episode, she shares her inspiring story of resilience, the innovative Travel More Method, and practical tips for leveraging points and miles to unlock global adventures.   Main Topics: Tiffany's personal journey from widowhood to reinventing her life through travel The development and principles of the Travel More Method How widows can use points and miles to travel affordably Overcoming mindset blocks like guilt and fear after loss The importance of travel for healing, education, and creating lasting memories Practical steps for responsible credit card use for travel rewards The role of flexibility and adaptability in family travel   Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Tiffany Rampey and her journey from widowhood 00:29 - Tiffany's early life, career, and the impact of her husband's sudden passing 02:20 - The emotional and practical reasons behind embracing travel after loss 03:34 - How travel helped Tiffany escape grief and community judgment 04:32 - Meeting her current husband and discovering travel's potential for financial reset 05:34 - The credit card strategy that made international travel accessible 06:55 - The core of the Travel More Method: using points and miles to unlock affordable travel 07:34 - Simplifying the system: one card, minimum spend, full repayment 09:02 - How points can fund trips to Europe, luxury hotels, and more 10:02 - Overcoming mindset blocks: guilt, judgment, and permission to travel 11:45 - The empowering importance of creating joyful, experiential memories for kids 12:27 - Real-life travel lessons from international adventures and challenging situations 14:11 - The value of flexibility, resilience, and living fully through travel 15:28 - Balancing structure and spontaneity in life post-widowhood 16:09 - Tiffany's mission statement: empowering widows to find relief and build joyful lives

Strength training in pregnancy can feel confusing with so much mixed advice online. In this Follow-Up episode, I revisit my conversation with Amy Kiefer and Krystle Holland of Expecting and Empowered to talk about how movement can support your body during pregnancy, prepare you for postpartum recovery, and help with the real physical demands of motherhood. We also cover warning signs to watch for after birth, why returning to exercise too quickly can backfire, and how to think about strength in a way that supports healing, not pressure. This episode is a helpful listen for anyone who wants a more practical, realistic approach to movement during and after pregnancy. In this episode, we cover: Why strength training can support the body during pregnancy How movement may help reduce common pregnancy aches and pains The connection between prenatal fitness and postpartum recovery Why mobility and pelvic floor function both matter before labor What to know about exercise clearance during pregnancy and postpartum Warning signs like leaking, pelvic pressure, or increased bleeding Why a slow return to activity matters after birth How pelvic floor therapy can support recovery The physical demands of motherhood and functional strength Letting go of bounce-back pressure and focusing on long-term health Want more? Listen to the full, original episode. Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back, Empowered Fam! In this episode of The Empowered w/ Deanna Merlino Podcast, I pull back the curtain on the less glamorous side of healing and spiritual awakening. Today we're talking about navigating energetic upgrades, physical discomforts, and emotional purges, and I share a raw, honest account of what it truly means to embark on a deep healing journey. I'm sharing personal experiences of energetic sensitivity, vivid nightmares, and facing dark energies, emphasizing the importance of discernment, energetic hygiene, and having the right mentors. This episode is a candid look at the uncomfortable, sometimes messy, but ultimately empowering process of personal and spiritual transformation. If you're ready for the real talk on healing - not just the highlight reel - tune in for a conversation that will inspire, ground, and prepare you for all aspects of your own journey.--Let's connect! To see what else I'm up to, get more info on my latest offerings, and updates on my life and the podcast, follow me on Instagram: @thedeannamerlinoClick here to receive my FREE & potent Manifestation Vault with 15 tools!Sign up for my hybrid group mentorship - The Expansion Room *waitlist* here before doors reopen!Info and enrollment for WildFire, Quantum recalibration & Alchemical Immersion Retreat. All other programs/offerings: www.deannamerlino.com

In this message, Pastor Jay Tyler explores the significance of Pentecost and the purpose behind the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. This message examines the continuing availability of the promise today, and why believers need the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit more than ever. If you've ever wondered why the Baptism in the Holy Spirit matters, what Pentecost means, or how the Holy Spirit empowers believers for daily Christian living, this message will encourage you to seek all that God has promised.

Mark Lohman // May 31, 2026

What if you are more spiritually gifted than you realize? Scripture tells us that every believer is uniquely empowered by the Holy Spirit — not for personal status, but for the good of others and the building up of the Church. In this series, we'll explore how God distributes diverse gifts, calls us to humble service, shapes us into a unified body, and sends us out on mission for His Kingdom— equipping ordinary people for extraordinary impact. Join us as we discover and step boldly into the gifts God has given you. The Prayer Team would love to pray for you, let them know how by using this link: https://chathamchurch.churchcenter.com/people/forms/914476 Announcements Hello Card: https://chathamchurch.churchcenter.com/people/forms/976297 Online Giving: https://www.chathamchurch.org/give Looking for a Small Group?: https://www.chathamchurch.org/small-groups Interested in volunteering for a serving team? Contact Jessica: jessica.waldstein@chathamchurch.org Highlighted Events Upcoming events: https://www.chathamchurch.org/events Learn more about our Worship Multiplied here: https://www.chathamchurch.org/worship-multiplied Proposed Budget 2026-2027: Find more about our budget here - https://www.chathamchurch.org/budget New Service Times this Summer: Services at 9 and 10:30am (livestream will also be at 9am) Become a partner at our church: https://chathamchurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3600830 Salvation Army Support Drive: Learn how you can help, click here - https://www.chathamchurch.org/events/event/414/salvation-army-support-drive/2026-05-24 Summer Better Courses: Find a way to grow, connect, and make the most of your summer - https://www.chathamchurch.org/summer-better Connect Website: https://www.chathamchurch.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chathamchurch Empowered: Spiritual Gifts for Kingdom Good Assessment that Covers General Skills, Gifts, and Talents: https://everygift.org/index.html Spiritual Gifts Assessments/Inventories: https://www.healthygrowingleaders.com/spiritual-gifts https://gifts.churchgrowth.org/spiritual-gifts-survey/ https://uniquelyyou.org/catalog/online-profiles/spiritual-gifts ($10 Fee)

We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us!Just released, ICSC and McKinsey do a deep dive in a new report, “Shopping in the age of AI: Redefining stores for a new era.” Spoiler alert: Agentic AI could drive up to $1 trillion in U.S. retail revenue by 2030.  Join Shelley and Stephanie Cegielski, Vice President of Public Relations and Industry Education at ICSC as they dig into the findings. Find out how speed of agentic adoption is outpacing most retail roadmaps and what happens when consumer expectations and spending behavior converge in an agentic powered marketplace. Meeting the expectations of highly informed consumers will rely on AI for everything from convenience to discovery. The big question? Are your retail operations ready? Listen and learn how to catch up to the future. Special Guest: Stephanie Cegielski, Vice President, Public Relations & Industry Education of ICSCFor more strategic insights and compelling content, visit TheRobinReport.com, where you can read, watch, and listen to content from Robin Lewis and other retail industry experts, and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Are you constantly exhausted, emotionally drained or stuck in total survival? In this episode of Empowered in Health, we dive deep into burnout recovery, people-pleasing and nervous system overload.Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Burnout Recovery expert Tiffany Leader, founder of See the Wonder, sits down with Erin for a powerful conversation about compassion fatigue, chronic stress, boundaries, emotional wellness and how high-achieving women can finally stop living in burnout.Inside this episode:• How to recognize burnout before it becomes dangerous • The difference between everyday stress and survival mode • Why women struggle with boundaries and rest • The nervous system effects of chronic stress • Micro moments of wellness that actually work • How people-pleasing leads to emotional exhaustion • Small steps to begin healing from burnout This conversation is packed with practical tools, mindset shifts and encouragement for women trying to balance life, work, relationships, caregiving and mental wellness. Whether you're a mom, entrepreneur, helper, therapist, coach, clinician or you're simply feeling emotionally exhausted - you are not alone!Connect more with Tiffany here:Substack: https://tleader.substack.comPodcast: Breaking Up with Burn Out (apple, spotify, amazon, google, substack)Threads: https://www.threads.com/@seethewonderllcListen to full episode on YOUTUBE here:https://youtu.be/E6r5eSYl7RYIf this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sharing this episode with a friend can also help us reach more incredible women on their journey to better health.Thank you for being a part of our community and investing in your wellness journey!To stay connected, here's where you can find me online:Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/empoweredinhealth Coaching Business IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/erinktrier Book Free Coaching Call Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.erintrier.com/coachingWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.erintrier.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Dr. Diane Tober specializes in reproductive technologies, bioethics, and the commodification of the body, and her groundbreaking book Eggonomics brings all of that expertise together in one essential read for anyone curious about the egg and sperm donation industry. We dig into one of the most compelling stories from her book: the journey of Allyn, a woman who navigated the egg donation process on her own terms. Through Allyn's experience, Dr. Tober and I explore what it really means to donate thoughtfully with full information, a clear sense of your own values, and an eye toward the humans who may one day be born from that decision. This conversation is about empowerment, reproductive justice, and reimagining a system that too often prioritizes commerce over connection. In this episode, we cover: What prospective egg donors should research before committing to any clinic or agency How one donor's experience revealed racial bias in the egg donation industry The difference between anonymous and open donation and why it matters for donor-conceived people How hearing from donor-conceived individuals changed one donor's perspective on financial compensation and identity The concept of "egg sharing" as an alternative model for donation Why grounding egg donation in reproductive justice and human rights leads to better outcomes for everyone Dr. Tober's vision for a more transparent, ethical, and connection-centered donation industry Resources: Eggonomics by Dr. Diane Tober, available on Amazon Dr. Diane Tober's site  Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4w20dXVKYd9A81PTNkyzXQ Join The IVF Class: https://the-egg-whisperer-school.teachable.com/p/the-ivf-class/ Read the blog: https://draimee.org/the-show Would you like to learn more about IVF?Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Purchase my book, The Egg Whisperer Way. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips! Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

The first month after a C-section can play a major role in how a new momma heals and feels long term. In this episode Krystle shares what every C-section momma needs to know to support recovery during those early postpartum weeks! As a three-time C-section mom herself and a pelvic floor physical therapist who has worked with countless postpartum women, Krystle combines professional expertise with lived experience to offer practical, encouraging guidance for healing after cesarean birth.Krystle walks listeners through some of the most important principles of recovery, beginning with the importance of rest and avoiding the temptation to overdo it too soon. She explains tips and tools that utilize systems and your village all with the goal of conserving energy and prioritizing recovery. She also explains why addressing scar tissue early can make a meaningful difference in long-term healing. Krystle discusses scar desensitization and scar tissue mobilization, along with how properly modified body mechanics can support healing. She also breaks down the importance of breathing and explains how properly progressing breathing techniques week by week can improve core recovery, healing, and overall postpartum function. A lot of mamas are never truly taught the principles of postpartum recovery after a C-section - and that education can make all the difference! If you're a c-section mama, we hope you learned some key takeaways. Or if you know a c-section mama, please send this episode to their inbox! We have one chance to heal after a c-section, so let's do it right!If you enjoyed listening to this episode, we would love it if you could share it to your Instagram stories and tag us @expectingandempowered. As we like to say, knowledge is power, and we just really want to give more people the information that they may need on their childbirth journey!Expecting and Empowered C-Section Mobility Recovery Plan Freebie!Love Steady Supportwear - Use code "expecting" for 10% off your order!Expecting and Empowered's hand selected c-section recovery must-have items!Expecting and Empowered's C-Section Recovery BoxLinks & ResourcesExpecting and Empowered App - Enter code 'pod-c25' at checkoutExpecting and Empowered WebsiteExpecting and Empowered InstagramThis episode was brought to you by the Pivot Ball Change Network.

Read Online“Behold, we are going up to Jerusalem, and the Son of Man will be handed over to the chief priests and the scribes, and they will condemn him to death and hand him over to the Gentiles who will mock him, spit upon him, scourge him, and put him to death, but after three days he will rise.” Mark 10:33–34How often do we fail to grasp the suffering of others, consumed instead by our own concerns? This was the struggle of the Twelve as Jesus prepared to endure His Passion. Today's Gospel presents the third time Jesus clearly told them about His Passion and Death, yet they still didn't get it.After Jesus revealed His Passion for the first time, “Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him.” In the presence of the other disciples, Jesus responded, “Get behind me, Satan. You are thinking not as God does, but as human beings do” (cf. Mark 8:31–33). The second time Jesus revealed His Passion they “did not understand the saying, and they were afraid to question him.” Instead, they engaged in a childish conversation, “discussing among themselves on the way who was the greatest” (cf. Mark 9:30–37).Today's Gospel, presenting the third time Jesus revealed His Passion, depicts a similar scenario. Jesus is very explicit: In Jerusalem, He “will be handed over to the chief priests and the scribes, and they will condemn him to death and hand him over to the Gentiles who will mock him, spit upon him, scourge him, and put him to death, but after three days he will rise.” Once again, despite the seriousness of Jesus' revelation, James and John immediately ask Jesus, “Grant that in your glory we may sit one at your right and the other at your left” (Mark 10:37). The Apostles were so consumed with their own ambitions that they failed to grasp the gravity of Jesus' words and were unable to offer Him the charity of empathy.Fortunately for them—and for us—Jesus had perfect patience. He understood their weaknesses and showed mercy. Humanly speaking, the disciples could have offered Him the charity of human empathy and compassion, walking more firmly with Jesus toward His agony and death, but they were unprepared and unable to do so.While the Apostles failed to console Jesus, His mother consoled His Sacred Heart. With her Immaculate Heart in perfect union with His, the Blessed Mother modeled perfect empathy as she pondered her Son's life in her heart and stood faithfully at the foot of the Cross. She walked with Jesus every step of the way. Her love consoled Him even as the Twelve failed to do so. The Blessed Mother teaches us how to accompany, with love and presence, those who suffer.We must see ourselves in the Apostles, listening to Jesus share news of His Passion. As we consider their apathy and lack of understanding, we should seek the grace of a loving and empathetic heart by seeing our Lord present in those around us, especially family, who carry heavy burdens. This grace will enable us to be attentive to those burdens and better imitate our Blessed Mother who consoled the heart of her Son. Though the Apostles initially failed in this mission, they were learning and growing. Empowered by the Holy Spirit, they would later console others by sharing Christ's love and proclaiming His Passion with courage, especially as they lived it. Reflect today on Jesus' interaction with His Apostles. Learn from their shortcomings and be grateful for Jesus' patience. Pray for the grace of an empathetic heart, for this virtue enables us to console the Heart of Christ by sharing in His Passion with attentiveness and compassion. In doing so, we imitate the perfect love of the Blessed Mother, who teaches us how to truly love. My patient Lord, though You desire to fully share Your life and Passion with me, I often fail to be attentive and to see You in those around me. Grant me the grace to meet You in Your sufferings, and fill my heart with the charity of human empathy, especially for those I am called to love. May I learn from the weakness of the Apostles and the perfect love of Your Blessed Mother, imitating her unwavering love for You and for all. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Jesus and his Disciples on the Sea of Galilee By Carl Oesterley 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.

Njegos Ilic: Why the Product Trio Breaks the Hand-Off Mentality That Kills Team Engagement Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "I can't change people, but I can definitely involve them." - Njegos Ilic   Njegos describes a pattern he's encountered multiple times as a product owner: teams where engagement is almost nonexistent. He walks into a refinement session, presents ideas, asks for feedback — and gets crickets. Nobody pushes back, nobody asks questions, nobody challenges the assumptions. The result is a product owner working in isolation, defining everything alone, only to discover gaps during development that could have been caught early with a single conversation. Njegos is honest about the limits of what any one person can do — you can't change people's personalities, and expecting a Scrum Master to do so is unrealistic. But what you can do is involve people. His approach when joining a new team: don't come in announcing how things will work. Instead, learn how the team already works, meet them where they are, and then find ways to fit new concepts into their existing rhythm. For the non-negotiable things — the red lines — he's precise, open, and always provides an alternative rather than just pushing his way.   In this segment, we talk about Discovery and Delivery and the Product Trio concept.   Self-reflection Question: When you join a team meeting and get silence instead of feedback, do you assume agreement — or do you treat it as a signal that something deeper needs to change? Featured Book of the Week: Inspired by Marty Cagan Njegos recommends Inspired by Marty Cagan as the book that most shaped his approach to product ownership. He highlights the entire SVPG series — including Empowered and Transformed (available as the Product is Hard SVPG Box Set) — but points to the Product Trio concept as especially powerful. As Njegos puts it, the Product Trio — bringing together a product manager, a tech lead, and a designer — removes the hand-off mentality where each discipline works in isolation. Instead of the product owner defining everything alone and handing it to the team, the trio shapes problems together during discovery, so that by the time work reaches the team, there's shared understanding of why they're building something, not just what to build.   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

Pentecost SundayScripture Lesson: Acts 2:1-13

Pastor Colt shares a personal story reminding us how the Holy Spirit prepares our hearts to reflect Gods love everywhere we go.  “And hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.” -Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭5‬ ‭NIV‬‬   Listen in now to hear Life Center Church's latest Sunday message from Pastor Colt.   ⛪️ Connect with us ⛪️  https://www.lifecenternyc.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lifecenternyc/  

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In Part One of the Empowered series, Pastor Jay Tyler explores “The Promise of the Father” and the biblical foundation for the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. If you've ever felt spiritually weary, dry, or like you're running on empty, this message is a reminder that God never intended His people to live powerless. The Promise of the Holy Spirit is still available today for all who hunger and thirst for more of God.

The Holy Spirit is not earned through performance or perfection. He is received as a free gift. God still empowers ordinary people with supernatural power, boldness, and fire to live for Him.

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Welcome Graham fam! We are so glad you could watch Sunday morning online with us. IntroToday we celebrate Pentecost, the birthday of the church. This message explores the transition from being a disciple who sits and learns to being an apostle who is sent out on a mission, empowered by the Holy Spirit. Scripture– Matthew 9:35-38– Matthew 10:1-2– Romans 16:7– Matthew 28:19– Isaiah 6:5-8– Matthew 10:18-20– Acts 2:1-4– Acts 2:40-41 Sermon Points– A Disciple is a Student or Apprentice– Apostle Means Sent Out Ones– God does Not Call the Equipped. He Equips the Called– Pentecost is the Outpouring of the Holy Spirit ClosingAs we remember the first Pentecost, let us be a people who don’t just consume the faith, but who are willing to be sent out into our community and the world. Empowered by the Holy Spirit, we can say with Isaiah, Here am I. Send me! Watch past services: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/teaching/ Subscribe to Graham Chapel Youth: https://is.gd/grahamyouth Give to Graham Chapel: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/give/ Graham Chapel Wesleyan Church is in Mayo, SC near Cowpens and Chesnee in Spartanburg County. We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays or Wednesdays for youth! Visit our website to learn more.

Marc Pickett // May 24, 2026

Empowered for Witness: The Baptism of the Holy Spirit

Empowered for Witness: The Baptism of the Holy Spirit - 9am

Rev. Sam DeVore Philippians 1:12-26

The gifts of the Spirit are for all who call upon the Name of the Lord. What will you sow with the gifts you've been/will be given? The Lord responds to heartfelt repentance with restorative love.

The Church didn't begin with influence, buildings, or a perfect strategy. It began with a promise.In Week 1 of The Book of Acts, we explore how Jesus prepared ordinary people for an extraordinary mission. Why did Jesus tell the disciples to wait? What really happened at Pentecost? And what does the Holy Spirit have to do with our lives today?The same Spirit that empowered the early church still empowers believers today. We weren't called to sit still, we were empowered to go.Scripture: Acts 1:1–2:41

In this episode, Carrie shares why so many Christians feel trapped in exhausting OCD cycles and how Empowered Mind: Christian ICBT for OCD offers a different approach to finding peace, clarity, and lasting healing.Episode Highlights:What makes inference based cognitive behavioral therapy (ICBT) different from traditional OCD treatmentWhy so many Christians struggle silently with scrupulosity and intrusive thoughtsHow Empowered Mind helps simplify OCD recovery into practical, faith based stepsWhy being “functional” doesn't always mean you're truly free from OCDWho Empowered Mind is designed for and how to know if it's the right fit for youWhy lasting OCD healing requires consistency, self awareness, and intentional change_Use code MEMORIALDAY25 to receive 25% off Empowered Mind. Sale ends Monday, May 25 at midnight.https://bythewellcounseling.thrivecart.com/christians-learning-icbt-selfhelp/Explore the Empowered Mind: Christian ICBT for OCD: https://carriebock.com/training/ Carrie's services and courses: carriebock.com/services/                                                       carriebock.com/resources/Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/christianfaithandocd/and like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/christianfaithandocd for the latest updates and sneak peeks. 

The Biblical Feast of Pentecost, or Shavuot brings power, anointing, and prosperity. Pastor Larry Huch shares a message, "Pentecost - Empowered." You don't want to miss it. Join us this Wednesday for a powerful time of worship, fellowship, and the Word! To learn more about Larry Huch Ministries, our broadcast, podcast, outreaches, current TV offers, other resources, how to give, and more, visit https://larryhuchministries.com.

The Jewish Feast of Pentecost, or Shavuot brings power, anointing, and prosperity. Pastor Larry Huch shares a message, "Pentecost - Empowered." You don't want to miss it. Join us this Wednesday for a powerful time of worship, fellowship, and the Word! To learn more about Larry Huch Ministries, our broadcast, podcast, outreaches, current TV offers, other resources, how to give, and more, visit https://larryhuchministries.com.

Michael Obadja // May 3, 2026

Send us Fan MailThe moment you realize “the system” can't carry this for you is the moment you become your child's advocate. I sit down with Ashlyn Thompson, co-founder and executive hope director of Parent Empowerment Network, to unpack the kind of courage that gets built in hospital rooms at 2 a.m. Ashlyn shares the story of her daughter Emery's rare congenital condition, bladder exstrophy, and what it's like to hold joy and grief at the same time on the day your child is born. We talk through the realities of complex pediatric surgery, extended hospital stays, and the terrifying medical crises that forced Ashlyn to trade blind trust for informed partnership. She explains why parent advocacy is not about fighting doctors, it's about collaboration, clear communication, and treating a caregiver's observations as meaningful data for care decisions like pain management and medication changes. If you've ever felt the pressure of making a choice that could shape a child's entire future, you'll recognize the weight she names so honestly. Then the story takes a turn that will stick with you: a single comment in an online parent support group leads Ashlyn to Great Ormond Street Hospital in London and a bladder neck reconstruction option not available to her in the United States. We dig into research, intuition, second opinions, and what “solution seeking” looks like when the stakes are lifelong. Ashlyn also shares how connection counters isolation, and why Empowered by Hope and Parent Empowerment Network exist to move parents from emotional crisis to advocacy readiness across any diagnosis. If this conversation helps you, subscribe, share it with a caregiver who needs hope, and leave a review so more families can find it. What part of Ashlyn's journey hit closest to home?You can support the show in a few different ways—by grabbing something from our merch store, picking up a copy of my book, or joining us on Buy Me a Coffee. Every bit of support helps keep the podcast going and also helps us give back to nonprofits doing good in the world.“Intro music: ‘Human First' by Mike Baker – YouTube Music: https://youtu.be/wRXqkYVarGA | Podcast: Still Here, Still Trying | Website: www.mikebakerhq.com”Support the show

You did not lose your desire to want more by accident, friend. You shut her down — and maybe not even consciously. At some point, wanting started costing more than it returned. And every smart woman I know eventually made the same calculation: stop wanting equals safety. Less disappointment, less risk.So you did it. And now you're sitting in this life you built wondering why you can't feel desire anymore.Today we're talking about exactly why wanting got expensive — and what it's going to take to make her safe again.In this episode, we're unpacking:➡️ The three reasons wanting gets expensive (and why none of them are your fault)➡️ Why your wanting didn't abandon you➡️ How childhood conditioning, achievement disappointment, and heartbreak quietly shut desire down➡️ The Self-Love Two-Step: three concrete steps to make wanting safe again➡️ Why you can't vision board your way back to a desire that's gone into hidingIf you have been sitting in a life you built and feeling blank where your dreams used to be, this one is for you, friend. Your wanting is not gone. She's just waiting for the signal that it's safe to come home.TIMESTAMPS 00:00 When Wanting Went Quiet00:43 Welcome and What We Cover01:58 My Milestones Yet Empty03:02 How I Silenced Desire04:41 Why Wanting Gets Expensive04:59 Childhood Disapproval Lessons06:05 Milestones That Didn't Fulfill07:50 Heartbreak Makes Desire Hide09:32 Make Wanting Safe Again11:17 Three Steps to Rebuild Trust13:25 Your Desires Are SacredThis is identity work and desire work for high-achieving women in their 30s and 40s who have checked every box and still feel blank. Women who stopped knowing what they want — not because they're broken, but because wanting got too expensive to keep. This is how Confident and Empowered actually gets built. From the inside out.

Jason advocates for direct real estate investment as the most effective vehicle for building long-term wealth. He describes income property as a perpetual money machine due to its unique ability to fund additional acquisitions through its own earnings. While acknowledging the common frustrations associated with property management, he argues that even a mediocre manager is less damaging to a portfolio than the hidden fees found in Wall Street investments. He strongly encourages listeners to take control of their assets through self-management or by using specific software tools to analyze property math. Ultimately, he asserts that real estate remains the most tax-advantaged and historically proven asset class available to the public. Book a FREE Investment Counseling session: call 1-800- HARTMAN ext. 2 Be an Empowered Investor PRO https://www.empoweredinvestor.com/  https://www.empoweredinvestor.com/ Join a community of income property investors laden with high-level knowledge of investing's best practices. Experience is the best teacher in life and we have some of the most experienced income property investors in the game.    Key Takeaways: Jason's editorial  0:00 Property managers and why income property beats all others 11:42 Other industries to complain about 13:31 Join our MASTERCLASS every second Wednesday of every month https://jasonhartman.com/Wednesday Get a FREE account https://propertytracker.com/ Empowered Investor Wednesday Masterclass part 2 15:12 The Perpetual Money Machine 34:51 Warren Buffet comments on real estate 38:53 Back to the Perpetual Motion Machine ... 46:57 A word from our investment counselors   #PerpetualMoneyMachine #EmpoweredInvestor #IncomeProperty #RealEstateInvesting #SelfManagement #DirectInvesting #PropertyManagement #WealthBuilding #MultiDimensionalAssets #FinancialFreedom #Disintermediation #AssetClass #PropertyTracker #RealEstateStrategy #InvestmentCounseling  _______________________________________________________________ Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com

Can your business run without you, or do you simply own a very demanding job?In this episode of Grow Your Business & Grow Your Wealth, Gary Heldt sits down with Alan Franks, founder of the Business Planning Institute and author of Empowered Money. Alan shares why many entrepreneurs get trapped inside the businesses they build, how business owners can create real financial freedom, and why your company should be treated as a valuable asset, not just a paycheck.Alan also breaks down the “Italy Test,” the importance of liquidity, smart debt, better business systems, and why every business owner needs a strong professional team. This conversation is honest, practical, and packed with advice for owners who want their business to work for them, not consume them. Key Takeaways:→ Your business should create personal wealth, not just income. → If you cannot leave for two to three weeks without losing income or facing chaos, your business may not pass the “Italy Test.” → Business owners need systems, checklists, and SOPs so the company can operate without everything living in their head. → Liquidity matters because it gives business owners safety, options, and the ability to act when opportunities appear. → Every business owner should rank their accountant, attorney, banker, financial advisor, and other professionals from one to ten. Weak advisors hold the business back. → Entrepreneurship is not always freedom. Without structure, it can become another form of being trapped. Quote:“Until then, you just own a job.” Connect with Alan Franks:Visit the Business Planning Institute: https://thebusinessplanninginstitute.com/Learn more about Empowered Money: https://empowered-money.com/Connect with Gary Heldt:Visit Gary Heldt's website at https://www.sbadvisors.cc/Connect with Gary on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-d-heldt-jr/

Episode Overview: In this episode, we sit down with Patti Scallan, an alternative healthcare professional with 20 years of experience who owned a holistic wellness center for a decade. Patti shares her passion for helping people achieve true abundance in joy, health, and wealth by giving the body exactly what it needs to heal itself. We explore actionable ways to start living "The Good Life" by making small, manageable shifts in our daily habits.Key Takeaways:The "One Car" Analogy: Patti challenges us to take personal responsibility for our health, pointing out that if you only had one car for your entire life, you would take excellent care of it—yet this is the only body we will ever get. If we don't invest proactively in our well-being now, the alternative is paying for "sick care" later.The 5 Pillars of Health: We break down Patti's foundational health pillars: nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress management, and hydration. She emphasizes the importance of starting small, such as taking a five-minute walk instead of committing to an overwhelming new regimen that you'll drop in a month.Rethinking the 3 PM Slump: Did you know your brain is 70% water? Patti explains why that afternoon energy crash usually means you are dehydrated and need a glass of water, not another cup of coffee.The Ultimate Health Habit (Sleep): Despite all the complex health fads, Patti reveals that 7 to 8 hours of quality sleep is the most critical priority, as it gives the body the necessary downtime to shut down, rejuvenate, and heal itself.Trusting Your Gut: We discuss the difference between a simple Google search and actual research, and why Patti advises making important life decisions from your "gut" (your higher self) rather than just making them from your head or heart.Finding Joy on the Other Side of Fear: Patti shares how a simple question—"what can I be grateful for right now?"—can instantly shift a bad day, helping to build resilience and dispel fear.Connect with Patti Scallan:Website: www.pattiscallan.comInstagram: @patti.scallanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pattiscallanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pattiscallanTalk to Patti: https://www.Calendly.com/pattiscallanYou may also like this episode: Susie Sharpe - Live Life to the Fullest: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ltgl41-susiesharpe-live-to-the-fullest--46520590Join the conversation: Come hang out with us in the Living the Good Life Facebook community for:Episode previewsBonus contentGuest Q&A opportunitiesA community of people choosing to live with more intention and joyJoin the Living the Good Life FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LTGLCommunityEvery episode proudly sponsored by http://SwitchtoUSAMade.comContact Kimberly Henrie at https://livingthegoodlife.us/If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to leave a review or share it with someone who might need a little nudge toward their own version of the good life.

Friend, I want to talk to you about something that has carried me through the hardest year of my life — something that didn't exist three years ago, and something I almost didn't start because I was scared, tired, and a little bit hurt. In this episode, I'm sharing the full story of how this podcast came to be — including the season I lost my voice trying to be strategic, the prompt from the Lord to come back to my roots, and the prayer call I didn't want to start that has now been carrying me for two and a half years. This is the lesson midlife has taught me, and the one I want to leave you with: you don't find your community. You create it. In this episode, I share: The behind-the-scenes story of my podcast — from Educated, Empowered, Inspired to Marketing Tips for Small Businesses to where we are today as Midlife Made Simple The moment I realized I had lost my voice trying to be "strategic" The fall morning the Lord nudged me to start a prayer call (and why I really, really didn't want to) What two and a half years of weekly prayer has actually looked like — and what we've prayed each other through Why God removes people from your life as preparation, not punishment The one question to ask yourself this week to start building your own community Why going first — and not waiting for reciprocation — is the move The most quoted line from this episode: "You don't find community. You create it." One question to sit with this week: What do I crave? A prayer group? A walking buddy? A monthly dinner with friends? A book club that actually talks about the book? Name it — and then take one small step this week to start building it. Mentioned in this episode:

Are you going forth as Salt?  On today's Flourish-Meant episode, I sat down with Benny DiChiara of chart-topping band Empowered to unpack what it means to go forth as salt in your world. Benny shared the incredible backstory behind his latest album, born from a powerful moment of prayer and prophecy, and how each track is a call to be a light wherever you are. We explored redemption, overcoming adversity, and the power of using your unique stage—whether in music, business, or everyday life—to point others to hope and transformation. Be inspired, step into your calling, and go make a difference. Here are 3 key takeaways for you: Everyone has a platform to influence: Whether you're onstage, in your workplace, or at the grocery store, you can be "salt" and point people to hope and light. Benny DiChiara shared how our gifts can impact others. The power of authenticity: Living your values with integrity is more powerful than words alone. Authentic ambassadorship means embodying your message in every dimension of your life. Benny discussed being salt "boots on the ground" Redemption is for everyone: Benny's testimony of overcoming a traumatic brain injury and his band's outreach serves as a reminder—no matter your past, you have opportunities each day to help others and be a force for good.  Let's remember to go forth as salt and make a difference wherever we're planted. Get Connected Listen to "Salt" on over 150 streaming services (just search Empowered Salt!) Invite Empowered to your community: rockin4jesus.com Connect with Benny DiChiara: Email empoweredrocks@gmail.com for booking and ministry opportunities. Support a cause: Empowered tithes proceeds to Children's Cup Africa—partner in changing lives! We're thrilled to accompany you on this journey of faith, growth, and transformation. As always, we appreciate your support! Please subscribe and share this episode. We can't wait for you to join us for future episodes of Flourish-Meant. To book Tina as a speaker, connect with her life coaching services, and more, visit her website: https://tinayeager.com/ Optimize your mind and body with my new favorite, all-inclusive supplement, Cardio Miracle! I love the energy and focus this health-boosting drink mix provides without toxins, caffeine, or sugar! Get a discount on your purchase with my link: http://www.cardiomiracle.com/tinayeager Manage stress and anxiety in 10 minutes a day with the course presented by 15 experts, Subdue Stress and Anxiety https://divineencouragement.onlinecoursehost.com/courses Connect with Tina at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tyeagerwriting/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinayeager/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tina.yeager.9/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TinaYeager

Mark Lohman // May 17, 2026

Deacon Steve Greco is a permanent deacon of the Diocese of Orange. He is founder of Spirit Filled Hearts Ministry, director of evangelization and formation for the Diocese of Orange and host of Empowered by the Spirit.  This May 2016 encore episode features Deacon Tony Patronite (1947-2025) and wife Mary talking to Deacon Steve about the Christ Renews His Parish movement which Deacon Tony credits to his joining the permanent diaconate.Empowered by the Spirit airs live weekdays at 10:00am and Fridays at 5pm Pacific Time go to https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/empowered-by-the-spirit website or download our Spirit Filled Radio App for Android or Apple Devices.APPLE LINK FOR APPGOOGLE PLAY LINK FOR APPArchives of shows from Spirit Filled Radio are available on podcast at https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/empowered-by-the-spirit Support the show

What if you are not at the mercy of your feelings? What if the sadness, the empty, the heavy, all of it, you actually get to decide how long you feel her, how deep you feel her, and when you turn the page on her?I'm taking you back to one of the hardest seasons of my life. And the morning that taught me a practice that completely shifted my relationship with hard feelings.We're unpacking the myth that feelings happen to us and we are passive. The truth that you are her partner, not her victim. The difference between negotiating with a feeling and suppressing her.If you have been tired of feeling like your feelings run your life, this one is for you, friend. The partnership is possible. You can build it. And you do not have to be perfect at it to grow into it.TIMESTAMPS00:00 You Decide Your Feelings01:53 First Birthday Without Mom04:39 The Noon Page Turn06:46 Partnership Not Mercy09:56 Body Signals And Timing15:21 Encouragement And Reframe18:18 Closing GratitudeThis is emotional intelligence work for high-achieving women in their 30s and 40s who are tired of either running from their hard feelings or drowning in them. It is identity work. It is self-love work. It is how Confident and Empowered actually gets built. From the inside out.WATCH ON YOUTUBE —

Welcome back to The Empowered w/ Deanna Merlino Podcast! In this week's episode, I reflect on the importance of giving ourselves permission - to rest, ask for help, and show up as our most authentic selves. After taking a restorative week off and returning from a transformative retreat in Texas, I share raw insights and powerful lessons learned about motherhood, childhood wounds, and letting go of shame around difficult emotions. You'll hear about the magic of intimate connections, the power of astrology in uncovering emotional triggers, and why embracing our “shadow side” is essential for true healing. Also, make sure you stick around until the very end of the episode, after completing recording there was something spirit guided that I just HAD to add in a separate recording for. It may just be the part you needed to hear most!Love ya fam!--Let's connect! To see what else I'm up to, get more info on my latest offerings, and updates on my life and the podcast, follow me on Instagram: @thedeannamerlinoClick here to receive my FREE & potent Manifestation Vault with 15 tools!Sign up for my hybrid group mentorship - The Expansion Room *waitlist* here before doors reopen!Info and enrollment for WildFire, Quantum recalibration & Alchemical Immersion Retreat. All other programs/offerings: www.deannamerlino.com

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