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Ep 103: Exhausted Before the Day Starts? How Working Christian Moms Can Beat Decision Fatigue and Find Morning Peace Show Notes: Do you ever wake up feeling like you're already behind — before your feet even hit the floor? If you're a working Christian mom who starts the day exhausted, mentally scattered, and emotionally spent, you're not alone. In this episode of the podcast, we're unpacking one of the silent struggles so many women face: decision fatigue. You'll learn: What decision fatigue is and how it quietly drains your energy Why even small, daily choices can leave you feeling overwhelmed How Jesus modeled intentional rest and clarity in the midst of demands Three practical, faith-filled ways to create peace and margin in your day A simple prayer to invite God into the small decisions that wear you down You don't have to live in constant mental overload. God didn't create you to carry every responsibility alone — and today, we'll explore how to trade exhaustion for grace by walking in step with Him. Whether you're navigating work deadlines, school drop-offs, or spiritual dryness, this episode offers biblical encouragement and practical tools to help you reclaim your mornings and reset your soul. Resources Mentioned:

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Today we're diving into something I call the Triple “S” Formula — three things that are often overlooked in women's health, but absolutely foundational for thriving:✨ Stress. Sleep. Self-care.If you feel:Exhausted but can't restStuck in survival modeStruggling with mood swings, weight gain, or hormone chaos...I want you to know this: It's not your fault. And you're not alone.You've probably been taught to “push through,” to keep going, to take care of everyone else first. But today, I want to flip that script.

Pretending will exhaust you. God didn't call you to hide behind Him—He called you to grow with Him.

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Parenting Decoded welcomes McCall Gordon to tackle one of parenting's toughest questions: Why won't my kid sleep? Her book is aimed at parents of "livewires" — kids who are more alert, intense, and emotionally reactive than average, making traditional sleep advice ineffective.McCall explains that temperament plays a huge role in sleep struggles — some kids just have a harder time winding down. These children are perceptive, persistent, and often lack typical “sleepy cues” like yawning. Instead, they need more support and a customized sleep strategy.She encourages parents to stop blaming themselves. These kids aren't “bad” sleepers — they're wired differently. The solution? A gradual, step-by-step approach to bedtime routines, not the cold-turkey methods like “cry it out,” which often backfire for sensitive kids.McCall's key advice:Understand your child's temperamentTaper off bedtime habits graduallyUse consistent patterns at bedtime and during night wakingsThink of it like teaching a child to ride a bike — slowly let go while supporting themShe also emphasizes ruling out medical issues for frequent night wakings, especially in infants or kids who snore.The bottom line: You're not crazy, and it's not your fault — you just need a different roadmap.Link to the book on Amazon:  Why Won't You Sleep?Link to the Audible book: Why Won't You Sleep?Email me at info@parentingdecoded.com or go to my website at www.parentingdecoded.com. Have a blessed rest of your day!

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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin welcomes Dr. Pedram Shojai, known as The Urban Monk, a former Taoist monk and doctor of Oriental medicine.  Find full show notes and links here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-304/?ref=278 Pedram shares his journey from intensive martial arts training under one of the last living descendants of a Daoist monastery to bringing ancient wisdom into modern life. He discusses the challenges of integrating monastic practices into householder living, the relationship between physical vitality and spiritual growth, and offers a balanced perspective on psychedelics. Dr. Shojai explores the importance of strengthening one's vessel before seeking peak experiences, the risks of "shortcut spirituality," and how ancient contemplative practices can help us live with greater presence in today's fast-paced world. Dr. Pedram Shojai is the founder and director of The Urban Monk Academy and the New York Times bestselling author of Rise and Shine, The Urban Monk, The Art of Stopping Time, Inner Alchemy, Exhausted, Trauma, Focus, and Conscious Parenting. He's the producer of the movies Vitality, Origins, Prosperity, and The Great Heist, as well as the docuseries Interconnected, Gateway to Health, Exhausted, Trauma, Conscious Parenting, Hormones Health & Harmony, and Gut Check. He hosts "The Urban Monk" podcast and is a key influencer in the health and personal development space. As a prominent physician in the functional medicine space, he's known for his ability to bring people together around ideas that matter. In his spare time, he's a kung fu–practicing world traveler, a fierce global green warrior, an avid backpacker, a devout alchemist, and an old-school Jedi biohacker working to preserve our natural world and wake us up to our full potential. Episode Highlights:  From Kung Fu to contemplative practice The path of the "fire monk" Strengthening the vessel before spiritual work The life garden: mindful householder practice Vitality as prerequisite for spiritual growth Integrating ancient wisdom into modern life Jing, Qi, and Shen: energy management principles Nervous system preparation for psychedelics Awareness as background process, not app Atlantis origins of contemplative practices Episode Sponsor: These show links may contain affiliate links. Third Wave receives a small percentage of the product price if you purchase through the above affiliate links. Golden Rule Mushrooms - Get a lifetime discount of 10% with code THIRDWAVE at checkout

This episode of "Coping" covers a discussion between Kathy and Kevin about self-compassion, addressing common myths and misconceptions. They reference Kristin Neff's research and quotes throughout the discussion. Kathy and Kevin debunk four main myths: that self-compassion is just feeling sorry for oneself, that it makes one weak and unmotivated, that it is selfish, and that it is the same as self-esteem. They emphasize that self-compassion involves recognizing shared human experiences, building resilience, fostering connection, and accepting imperfections. Kathy shares her initial skepticism about self-compassion, noting how she initially viewed it as unproductive. Kevin admits to thinking self-compassion was self-pity. Both now advocate for self-compassion as a means to nurture oneself, build strength, and enhance relationships with others. Kathy closes the discussion with a poem by John Donahue, encouraging gentle self-care. Highlights Introduction to Self-Compassion and Addressing Misunderstandings - Kathy introduces a new series on self-compassion, highlighting its values in upcoming episodes. - Kevin acknowledges common misunderstandings about self-compassion, admitting he once doubted its usefulness, viewing it as self-pity or a sign of weakness that would reduce productivity. - Kathy mentions that eight years ago, she didn't fully grasp the depth and practices of self-compassion, and how it can lead to increased connection, strength, and resilience. - Kathy and Kevin plan to debunk four major myths about self-compassion and reveal its power. Myth 1: Self-Compassion is Just Feeling Sorry for Myself - Kevin admits he used to equate self-compassion with self-pity, feeling bad when things went wrong. - Kevin clarifies that self-pity is self-focused, involving questions like "Why me?" and dwelling on negative aspects, whereas self-compassion is different. - Kathy explains that self-compassion reminds us of our shared human experience, acknowledging that everyone struggles, which fosters connection rather than isolation. - Kevin notes that self-pity isolates, while self-compassion nurtures the hurting part of ourselves, encouraging us to seek support and connection. - Kevin suggests that during challenging times, acknowledging pain and asking what one needs can aid healing. - Kathy mentions Kristin Neff as a leading researcher in self-compassion, whose myths they are summarizing and paraphrasing. - Kathy shares Neff's quote: "Self-compassion frames the experience of imperfection in light of the shared human experience." - Kevin emphasizes that this perspective shifts us from isolation to connection, allowing imperfections to be viewed in a broader context. Myth 2: Self-Compassion Will Make Me Weak and Unmotivated - Kathy admits she used to believe that being harsh on herself was necessary for motivation and change, fearing that self-care would lead to a breakdown. - Kathy states that research shows the opposite: being harsh wears you down, while self-compassion builds resilience and strength to face daily struggles. - Kevin acknowledges that self-compassion is a challenging practice that becomes more habitual with effort, providing needed energy and support. - Kevin shares Neff's quote: "The supportive stance of self-compassion provides strength to face the battles of life," extending it to include internal battles. - Kevin discusses using self-compassion in therapy to address painful memories and insecurities, finding it a source of strength for internal struggles. - Kathy uses the analogy of putting on an oxygen mask first, emphasizing that self-compassion enables us to help others by acknowledging our own needs. - Kathy concludes that being kind to oneself is not weak but smart and strong. - Kevin, drawing from his experience as a first responder, reiterates the importance of self-care to effectively care for others. - Kevin emphasizes that one must practice self-care to genuinely encourage it in others. Myth 3: Self-Compassion Is Selfish - Kathy introduces the third myth: self-compassion is selfish, with people worrying that focusing on self-care will lead to neglecting others. - Kevin argues that compassion is not a limited resource; being good to ourselves provides more energy to support others. - Kevin shares that he is more effective at work when rested and having taken care of himself. - Kathy shares Kristin's quote: "The more compassion that flows inward, the more resources we have available to be there for others." - Kathy likens self-compassion to compounding interest, where investing in ourselves multiplies our capacity to share with others. - Kevin introduces the model that you can't give what you don't have, emphasizing the need to extend grace and support to oneself before offering it to others. - Kevin notes that research supports this in both personal relationships and when caring for strangers, indicating that self-compassion enhances one's ability to love and care for those in their personal life. Myth 4: Self-Compassion Is the Same as Self-Esteem - Kathy introduces the final myth, clarifying that self-esteem and self-compassion are often confused but are quite different. - Kathy explains that self-esteem depends on feeling special or superior and fluctuates with success and failure. - Kathy states that self-compassion involves accepting ourselves as imperfect humans, regardless of circumstances. - Kevin reflects on how his feelings of value fluctuate, suggesting he relies more on self-esteem than self-compassion. - Kevin shares Kristin Neff's quote: "With self-compassion, we don't need to be perfect or better than anyone else to feel good about ourselves." - Kathy emphasizes that self-compassion is more freeing and sustainable than constantly seeking approval. - Kevin admits to being guilty of seeking external approval. Conclusion: The Essence of Self-Compassion - Kevin summarizes that self-compassion is not self-pity, weakness, selfishness, or merely self-esteem, but something more profound. - Kathy concludes that practicing self-compassion builds resilience, connection, and worth. - Kathy encourages viewers to reflect on the myths that resonate with them and take small steps toward self-compassion. - Kathy closes with a poem by John Donahue titled "For One Who is Exhausted," advocating for gentle self-care and reflection.

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I need to tell you about Brenda. When she first came to me, she was done. Exhausted, burned out, frustrated. She felt like she was living in a body she didn't recognize anymore — and no matter how “healthy” she tried to be, nothing was working. ✔️ Her hair was thinning. ✔️ Her weight was climbing. ✔️ She couldn't sleep. ✔️ Her energy was nonexistent. ✔️ Her cycles were all over the place. And she kept thinking, “Maybe it's just stress… maybe it'll pass.” But it didn't. What Brenda didn't realize was that years of unaddressed hormone shifts — from birth control to motherhood to relentless career demands to a devastating divorce — had sent her system into survival mode. Her cortisol was sky-high, her estrogen detox pathways were struggling, and her body was holding on to everything because it didn't feel safe. Here's what changed everything for her: We tested first. Not at the end of the program. Not as an afterthought. Right up front. We used a DUTCH hormone test to see exactly what was happening inside her body — what her cortisol patterns looked like, how she was metabolizing estrogen, and whether her body was trying to keep up or completely tapped out. Then we built a customized plan specifically for her body. No cookie-cutter protocols, no generic advice. ✅ Nutrition tailored to her cycle. ✅ Targeted, effective supplements. ✅ Stress management strategies for real life. ✅ And ongoing testing to track real, measurable progress. And today? Brenda is thriving. ✔️ Her energy is back. ✔️ Her cycles are regular. ✔️ She's sleeping through the night. ✔️ The stubborn weight has started to release. ✔️ And, most importantly, she feels like herself again. I share Brenda's story because I know so many women are walking around right now in burnout mode, thinking this is just how it is. It doesn't have to be.

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So why did Harris lose in 2024? For one very big reason, according to the progressive essayist Bill Deresiewicz: “because she represented the exhausted Democratic establishment”. This rotting establishment, Deresiewicz believes, is symbolized by both the collective denial of Biden's mental decline and by Harris' pathetically rudderless Presidential campaign. But there's a much more troubling problem with the Democratic party, he argues. It has become “the party of institutionalized liberalism, which is itself exhausted”. So how to reinvent American liberalism in the 2020's? How to make the left once again, in Deresiewicz words, “the locus of openness, playfulness, productive contention, experiment, excess, risk, shock, camp, mirth, mischief, irony and curiosity"? That's the question for all progressives in our MAGA/Woke age. 5 Key Takeaways * Deresiewicz believes the Democratic establishment and aligned media engaged in a "tacit cover-up" of Biden's condition and other major issues like crime, border policies, and pandemic missteps rather than addressing them honestly.* The liberal movement that began in the 1960s has become "exhausted" and the Democratic Party is now an uneasy alliance of establishment elites and working-class voters whose interests don't align well.* Progressive institutions suffer from a repressive intolerance characterized by "an unearned sense of moral superiority" and a fear of vitality that leads to excessive rules, bureaucracy, and speech codes.* While young conservatives are creating new movements with energy and creativity, the progressive establishment stifles innovation by purging anyone who "violates the code" or criticizes their side.* Rebuilding the left requires creating conditions for new ideas by ending censoriousness, embracing true courage that risks something real, and potentially building new institutions rather than trying to reform existing ones. Full Transcript Andrew Keen: Hello, everyone. It's the old question on this show, Keen on America, how to make sense of this bewildering, frustrating, exciting country in the wake, particularly of the last election. A couple of years ago, we had the CNN journalist who I rather like and admire, Jake Tapper, on the show. Arguing in a piece of fiction that he thinks, to make sense of America, we need to return to the 1970s. He had a thriller out a couple of years ago called All the Demons Are Here. But I wonder if Tapper's changed his mind on this. His latest book, which is a sensation, which he co-wrote with Alex Thompson, is Original Sin, President Biden's Decline, its Cover-up and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again. Tapper, I think, tells the truth about Biden, as the New York Times notes. It's a damning portrait of an enfeebled Biden protected by his inner circle. I would extend that, rather than his inner circle protected by an elite, perhaps a coastal elite of Democrats, unable or unwilling to come to terms with the fact that Biden was way, way past his shelf life. My guest today, William Deresiewicz—always get his last name wrong—it must be...William Deresiewicz: No, that was good. You got it.Andrew Keen: Probably because I'm anti-semitic. He has a new piece out called "Post-Election" which addresses much of the rottenness of the American progressive establishment in 2025. Bill, congratulations on the piece.William Deresiewicz: Thank you.Andrew Keen: Have you had a chance to look at this Tapper book or have you read about Original Sin?William Deresiewicz: Yeah, I read that piece. I read the piece that's on the screen and I've heard some people talking about it. And I mean, as you said, it's not just his inner circle. I don't want to blame Tapper. Tapper did the work. But one immediate reaction to the debate debacle was, where have the journalists been? For example, just to unfairly call one person out, but they're just so full of themselves, the New Yorker dripping with self-congratulations, especially in its centennial year, its boundless appetite for self-celebration—to quote something one of my students once said about Yale—they've got a guy named Evan Osnos, who's one of their regulars on their political...Andrew Keen: Yeah, and he's been on the show, Evan, and in fact, I rather like his, I was going to say his husband, his father, Peter Osnos, who's a very heavy-hitting ex-publisher. But anyway, go on. And Evan's quite a nice guy, personally.William Deresiewicz: I'm sure he's a nice guy, but the fact is he's not only a New Yorker journalist, but he wrote a book about Biden, which means that he's presumably theoretically well-sourced within Biden world. He didn't say anything. I mean, did he not know or did he know?Andrew Keen: Yeah, I agree. I mean you just don't want to ask, right? You don't know. But you're a journalist, so you're supposed to know. You're supposed to ask. So I'm sure you're right on Osnos. I mean, he was on the show, but all journalists are progressives, or at least all the journalists at the Times and the New Yorker and the Atlantic. And there seemed to be, as Jake Tapper is suggesting in this new book, and he was part of the cover-up, there seemed to be a cover-up on the part of the entire professional American journalist establishment, high-end establishment, to ignore the fact that the guy running for president or the president himself clearly had no idea of what was going on around him. It's just astonishing, isn't it? I mean, hindsight's always easy, of course, 2020 in retrospect, but it was obvious at the time. I made it clear whenever I spoke about Biden, that here was a guy clearly way out of his depth, that he shouldn't have been president, maybe shouldn't have been president in the first place, but whatever you think about his ideas, he clearly was way beyond his shelf date, a year or two into the presidency.William Deresiewicz: Yeah, but here's the thing, and it's one of the things I say in the post-election piece, but I'm certainly not the only person to say this. There was an at least tacit cover-up of Biden, of his condition, but the whole thing was a cover-up, meaning every major issue that the 2024 election was about—crime, at the border, woke excess, affordability. The whole strategy of not just the Democrats, but this media establishment that's aligned with them is to just pretend that it wasn't happening, to explain it away. And we can also throw in pandemic policy, right? Which people were still thinking about and all the missteps in pandemic policy. The strategy was effectively a cover-up. We're not gonna talk about it, or we're gonna gaslight you, or we're gonna make excuses. So is it a surprise that people don't trust these establishment institutions anymore? I mean, I don't trust them anymore and I want to trust them.Andrew Keen: Were there journalists? I mean, there were a handful of journalists telling the truth about Biden. Progressives, people on the left rather than conservatives.William Deresiewicz: Ezra Klein started to talk about it, I remember that. So yes, there were a handful, but it wasn't enough. And you know, I don't say this to take away from Ezra Klein what I just gave him with my right hand, take away with my left, but he was also the guy, as soon as the Kamala succession was effected, who was talking about how Kamala in recent months has been going from strength to strength and hasn't put a foot wrong and isn't she fantastic. So all credit to him for telling the truth about Biden, but it seems to me that he immediately pivoted to—I mean, I'm sure he thought he was telling the truth about Harris, but I didn't believe that for one second.Andrew Keen: Well, meanwhile, the lies about Harris or the mythology of Harris, the false—I mean, all mythology, I guess, is false—about Harris building again. Headline in Newsweek that Harris would beat Donald Trump if an election was held again. I mean I would probably beat—I would beat Trump if an election was held again, I can't even run for president. So anyone could beat Trump, given the situation. David Plouffe suggested that—I think he's quoted in the Tapper book—that Biden totally fucked us, but it suggests that somehow Harris was a coherent progressive candidate, which she wasn't.William Deresiewicz: She wasn't. First of all, I hadn't seen this poll that she would beat Trump. I mean, it's a meaningless poll, because...Andrew Keen: You could beat him, Bill, and no one can even pronounce your last name.William Deresiewicz: Nobody could say what would actually happen if there were a real election. It's easy enough to have a hypothetical poll. People often look much better in these kinds of hypothetical polls where there's no actual election than they do when it's time for an election. I mean, I think everyone except maybe David Plouffe understands that Harris should never have been a candidate—not just after Biden dropped out way too late, but ever, right? I mean the real problem with Biden running again is that he essentially saddled us with Harris. Instead of having a real primary campaign where we could have at least entertained the possibility of some competent people—you know, there are lots of governors. I mean, I'm a little, and maybe we'll get to this, I'm little skeptical that any normal democratic politician is going to end up looking good. But at least we do have a whole bunch of what seem to be competent governors, people with executive experience. And we never had a chance to entertain any of those people because this democratic establishment just keeps telling us who we're going to vote for. I mean, it's now three elections in a row—they forced Hillary on us, and then Biden. I'm not going to say they forced Biden on us although elements of it did. It probably was a good thing because he won and he may have been the only one who could have won. And then Harris—it's like reductio ad absurdum. These candidates they keep handing us keep getting worse and worse.Andrew Keen: But it's more than being worse. I mean, whatever one can say about Harris, she couldn't explain why she wanted to be president, which seems to me a disqualifier if you're running for president. The point, the broader point, which I think you bring out very well in the piece you write, and you and I are very much on the same page here, so I'm not going to criticize you in your post-election—William Deresiewicz: You can criticize me, Andrew, I love—Andrew Keen: I know I can criticize you, and I will, but not in this particular area—is that these people are the establishment. They're protecting a globalized world, they're the coast. I mean, in some ways, certainly the Bannonite analysis is right, and it's not surprising that they're borrowing from Lenin and the left is borrowing from Edmund Burke.William Deresiewicz: Yeah, I mean I think, and I think this is the real problem. I mean, part of what I say in the piece is that it just seems, maybe this is too organicist, but there just seems to be an exhaustion that the liberal impulse that started, you know, around the time I was born in 1964, and I cite the Dylan movie just because it's a picture of that time where you get a sense of the energy on the left, the dawning of all this exciting—Andrew Keen: You know that movie—and we've done a show on that movie—itself was critical I guess in a way of Dylan for not being political.William Deresiewicz: Well, but even leaving that aside, just the reminder you get of what that time felt like. That seems in the movie relatively accurate, that this new youth culture, the rights revolution, the counterculture, a new kind of impulse of liberalism and progressivism that was very powerful and strong and carried us through the 60s and 70s and then became the establishment and has just become completely exhausted now. So I just feel like it's just gotten to the end of its possibility. Gotten to the end of its life cycle, but also in a less sort of mystical way. And I think this is a structural problem that the Democrats have not been able to address for a long time, and I don't see how they're going to address it. The party is now the party, as you just said, of the establishment, uneasily wedded to a mainly non-white sort of working class, lower class, maybe somewhat middle class. So it's sort of this kind of hybrid beast, the two halves of which don't really fit together. The educated upper middle class, the professional managerial class that you and I are part of, and then sort of the average Black Latino female, white female voter who doesn't share the interests of that class. So what are you gonna do about that? How's that gonna work?Andrew Keen: And the thing that you've always given a lot of thought to, and it certainly comes out in this piece, is the intolerance of the Democratic Party. But it's an intolerance—it's not a sort of, and I don't like this word, it's not the fascist intolerance of the MAGA movement or of Trump. It's a repressive intolerance, it's this idea that we're always right and if you disagree with us, then there must be something wrong with you.William Deresiewicz: Yeah, right. It's this, at this point, completely unearned sense of moral superiority and intellectual superiority, which are not really very clearly distinguished in their mind, I think. And you know, they just reek of it and people hate it and it's understandable that they hate it. I mean, it's Hillary in a word. It's Hillary in a word and again, I'm wary of treading on this kind of ground, but I do think there's an element of—I mean, obviously Trump and his whole camp is very masculinist in a very repulsive way, but there is also a way to be maternalist in a repulsive way. It's this kind of maternal control. I think of it as the sushi mom voice where we're gonna explain to you in a calm way why you should listen to us and why we're going to control every move you make. And it's this fear—I mean what my piece is really about is this sort of quasi-Nietzschean argument for energy and vitality that's lacking on the left. And I think it's lacking because the left fears it. It fears sort of the chaos of the life force. So it just wants to shackle it in all of these rules and bureaucracy and speech codes and consent codes. It just feels lifeless. And I think everybody feels that.Andrew Keen: Yeah, and it's the inability to imagine you can be wrong. It's the moral greediness of some people, at least, who think of themselves on the left. Some people might be listening to this, thinking it's just these two old white guys who think themselves as progressives but are actually really conservative. And all this idea of nature is itself chilling, that it's a kind of anti-feminism.William Deresiewicz: Well, that's b******t. I mean, let me have a chance to respond. I mean I plead guilty to being an old white man—Andrew Keen: I mean you can't argue with that one.William Deresiewicz: I'm not arguing with it. But the whole point rests on this notion of positionality, like I'm an older white man, therefore I think this or I believe that, which I think is b******t to begin with because, you know, down the street there's another older white guy who believes the exact opposite of me, so what's the argument here? But leaving that aside, and whether I am or am not a progressive—okay, my ideal politician is Bernie Sanders, so I'll just leave it at that. The point is, I mean, one point is that feminism hasn't always been like this. Second wave feminism that started in the late sixties, when I was a little kid—there was a censorious aspect to it, but there was also this tremendous vitality. I mean I think of somebody like Andrea Dworkin—this is like, "f**k you" feminism. This is like, "I'm not only not gonna shave my legs, I'm gonna shave my armpits and I don't give a s**t what you think." And then the next generation when I was a young man was the Mary Gates, Camille Paglia, sex-positive power feminism which also had a different kind of vitality. So I don't think feminism has to be the feminism of the women's studies departments and of Hillary Clinton with "you can't say this" and "if you want to have sex with me you have to follow these 10 rules." I don't think anybody likes that.Andrew Keen: The deplorables!William Deresiewicz: Yes, yes, yes. Like I said, I don't just think that the enemies don't like it, and I don't really care what they think. I think the people on our side don't like it. Nobody is having fun on our side. It's boring. No one's having sex from what they tell me. The young—it just feels dead. And I think when there's no vitality, you also have no creative vitality. And I think the intellectual cul-de-sac that the left seems to be stuck in, where there are no new ideas, is related to that.Andrew Keen: Yeah, and I think the more I think about it, I think you're right, it's a generational war. All the action seems to be coming from old people, whether it's the Pelosis and the Bidens, or it's people like Richard Reeves making a fortune off books about worrying about young men or Jonathan Haidt writing about the anxious generation. Where are, to quote David Bowie, the young Americans? Why aren't they—I mean, Bill, you're in a way guilty of this. You made your name with your book, Excellent Sheep about the miseducation...William Deresiewicz: Yeah, so what am I guilty of exactly?Andrew Keen: I'm not saying you're all, but aren't you and Reeves and Haidt, you're all involved in this weird kind of generational war.William Deresiewicz: OK, let's pump the brakes here for a second. Where the young people are—I mean, obviously most people, even young people today, still vote for Democrats. But the young who seem to be exploring new things and having energy and excitement are on the right. And there was a piece—I'm gonna forget the name of the piece and the author—Daniel Oppenheimer had her on the podcast. I think it appeared in The Point. Young woman. Fairly recent college graduate, went to a convention of young republicans, I don't know what they call themselves, and also to democrats or liberals in quick succession and wrote a really good piece about it. I don't think she had ever written anything before or published anything before, but it got a lot of attention because she talked about the youthful vitality at this conservative gathering. And then she goes to the liberals and they're all gray-haired men like us. The one person who had anything interesting to say was Francis Fukuyama, who's in his 80s. She's making the point—this is the point—it's not a generational war, because there are young people on the right side of the spectrum who are doing interesting things. I mean, I don't like what they're doing, because I'm not a rightist, but they're interesting, they're different, they're new, there's excitement there, there's creativity there.Andrew Keen: But could one argue, Bill, that all these labels are meaningless and that whatever they're doing—I'm sure they're having more sex than young progressives, they're having more fun, they're able to make jokes, they are able, for better or worse, to change the system. Does it really matter whether they claim to be MAGA people or leftists? They're the ones who are driving change in the country.William Deresiewicz: Yes, they're the ones who are driving change in the country. The counter-cultural energy that was on the left in the sixties and seventies is now on the right. And it does matter because they are operating in the political sphere, have an effect in the political sphere, and they're unmistakably on the right. I mean, there are all these new weird species on the right—the trads and the neo-pagans and the alt-right and very sort of anti-capitalist conservatives or at least anti-corporate conservatives and all kinds of things that you would never have imagined five years ago. And again, it's not that I like these things. It's that they're new, there's ferment there. So stuff is coming out that is going to drive, is already driving the culture and therefore the politics forward. And as somebody who, yes, is progressive, it is endlessly frustrating to me that we have lost this kind of initiative, momentum, energy, creativity, to what used to be the stodgy old right. Now we're the stodgy old left.Andrew Keen: What do you want to go back to? I mean you brought up Dylan earlier. Do you just want to resurrect...William Deresiewicz: No, I don't.Andrew Keen: You know another one who comes to mind is another sort of bundle of contradictions, Bruce Springsteen. He recently talked about the corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous nature of Trump. I mean Springsteen's a billionaire. He even acknowledged that he mythologized his own working-class status. He's never spent more than an hour in a factory. He's never had a job. So aren't all the pigeons coming back to roost here? The fraud of men like Springsteen are merely being exposed and young people recognize it.William Deresiewicz: Well, I don't know about Springsteen in particular...Andrew Keen: Well, he's a big deal.William Deresiewicz: No, I know he's a big deal, and I love Springsteen. I listened to him on repeat when I was young, and I actually didn't know that he'd never worked in a factory, and I quite frankly don't care because he's an artist, and he made great art out of those experiences, whether they were his or not. But to address the real issue here, he is an old guy. It sounds like he's just—I mean, I'm sure he's sincere about it and I would agree with him about Trump. But to have people like Springsteen or Robert De Niro or George Clooney...Andrew Keen: Here it is.William Deresiewicz: Okay, yes, it's all to the point that these are old guys. So you asked me, do I want to go back? The whole point is I don't want to go back. I want to go forward. I'm not going to be the one to bring us forward because I'm older. And also, I don't think I was ever that kind of creative spirit, but I want to know why there isn't sort of youthful creativity given the fact that most young people do still vote for Democrats, but there's no youthful creativity on the left. Is it just that the—I want to be surprised is the point. I'm not calling for X, Y, or Z. I'm saying astonish me, right? Like Diaghilev said to Cocteau. Astonish me the way you did in the 60s and 70s. Show me something new. And I worry that it simply isn't possible on the left now, precisely because it's so locked down in this kind of establishment, censorious mode that there's no room for a new idea to come from anywhere.Andrew Keen: As it happens, you published this essay in Salmagundi—and that predates, if not even be pre-counterculture. How many years old is it? I think it started in '64. Yeah, so alongside your piece is an interesting piece from Adam Phillips about influence and anxiety. And he quotes Montaigne from "On Experience": "There is always room for a successor, even for ourselves, and a different way to proceed." Is the problem, Bill, that we haven't, we're not willing to leave the stage? I mean, Nancy Pelosi is a good example of this. Biden's a good example. In this Salmagundi piece, there's an essay from Martin Jay, who's 81 years old. I was a grad student in Berkeley in the 80s. Even at that point, he seemed old. Why are these people not able to leave the stage?William Deresiewicz: I am not going to necessarily sign on to that argument, and not just because I'm getting older. Biden...Andrew Keen: How old are you, by the way?William Deresiewicz: I'm 61. So you mentioned Pelosi. I would have been happy for Pelosi to remain in her position for as long as she wanted, because she was effective. It's not about how old you are. Although it can be, obviously as you get older you can become less effective like Joe Biden. I think there's room for the old and the young together if the old are saying valuable things and if the young are saying valuable things. It's not like there's a shortage of young voices on the left now. They're just not interesting voices. I mean, the one that comes immediately to mind that I'm more interested in is Ritchie Torres, who's this congressman who's a genuinely working-class Black congressman from the Bronx, unlike AOC, who grew up the daughter of an architect in Northern Westchester and went to a fancy private university, Boston University. So Ritchie Torres is not a doctrinaire leftist Democrat. And he seems to speak from a real self. Like he isn't just talking about boilerplate. I just feel like there isn't a lot of room for the Ritchie Torres. I think the system that produces democratic candidates militates against people like Ritchie Torres. And that's what I am talking about.Andrew Keen: In the essay, you write about Andy Mills, who was one of the pioneers of the New York Times podcast. He got thrown out of The New York Times for various offenses. It's one of the problems with the left—they've, rather like the Stalinists in the 1930s, purged all the energy out of themselves. Anyone of any originality has been thrown out for one reason or another.William Deresiewicz: Well, because it's always the same reason, because they violate the code. I mean, yes, this is one of the main problems. And to go back to where we started with the journalists, it seems like the rationale for the cover-up, all the cover-ups was, "we can't say anything bad about our side. We can't point out any of the flaws because that's going to help the bad guys." So if anybody breaks ranks, we're going to cancel them. We're going to purge them. I mean, any idiot understands that that's a very short-term strategy. You need the possibility of self-criticism and self-difference. I mean that's the thing—you asked me about old people leaving the stage, but the quotation from Montaigne said, "there's always room for a successor, even ourselves." So this is about the possibility of continuous self-reinvention. Whatever you want to say about Dylan, some people like him, some don't, he's done that. Bowie's done that. This was sort of our idea, like you're constantly reinventing yourself, but this is what we don't have.Andrew Keen: Yeah, actually, I read the quote the wrong way, that we need to reinvent ourselves. Bowie is a very good example if one acknowledges, and Dylan of course, one's own fundamental plasticity. And that's another problem with the progressive movement—they don't think of the human condition as a plastic one.William Deresiewicz: That's interesting. I mean, in one respect, I think they think of it as too plastic, right? This is sort of the blank slate fallacy that we can make—there's no such thing as human nature and we can reshape it as we wish. But at the same time, they've created a situation, and this really is what Excellent Sheep is about, where they're turning out the same human product over and over.Andrew Keen: But in that sense, then, the excellent sheep you write about at Yale, they've all ended up now as neo-liberal, neo-conservative, so they're just rebelling...William Deresiewicz: No, they haven't. No, they are the backbone of this soggy liberal progressive establishment. A lot of them are. I mean, why is, you know, even Wall Street and Silicon Valley sort of by preference liberal? It's because they're full of these kinds of elite college graduates who have been trained to be liberal.Andrew Keen: So what are we to make of the Musk-Thiel, particularly the Musk phenomenon? I mean, certainly Thiel, very much influenced by Rand, who herself, of course, was about as deeply Nietzschean as you can get. Why isn't Thiel and Musk just a model of the virility, the vitality of the early 21st century? You might not like what they say, but they're full of vitality.William Deresiewicz: It's interesting, there's a place in my piece where I say that the liberal can't accept the idea that a bad person can do great things. And one of my examples was Elon Musk. And the other one—Andrew Keen: Zuckerberg.William Deresiewicz: But Musk is not in the piece, because I wrote the piece before the inauguration and they asked me to change it because of what Musk was doing. And even I was beginning to get a little queasy just because the association with Musk is now different. It's now DOGE. But Musk, who I've always hated, I've never liked the guy, even when liberals loved him for making electric cars. He is an example, at least the pre-DOGE Musk, of a horrible human being with incredible vitality who's done great things, whether you like it or not. And I want—I mean, this is the energy that I want to harness for our team.Andrew Keen: I actually mostly agreed with your piece, but I didn't agree with that because I think most progressives believe that actually, the Zuckerbergs and the Musks, by doing, by being so successful, by becoming multi-billionaires, are morally a bit dodgy. I mean, I don't know where you get that.William Deresiewicz: That's exactly the point. But I think what they do is when they don't like somebody, they just negate the idea that they're great. "Well, he's just not really doing anything that great." You disagree.Andrew Keen: So what about ideas, Bill? Where is there room to rebuild the left? I take your points, and I don't think many people would actually disagree with you. Where does the left, if there's such a term anymore, need to go out on a limb, break some eggs, offend some people, but nonetheless rebuild itself? It's not going back to Bernie Sanders and some sort of nostalgic New Deal.William Deresiewicz: No, no, I agree. So this is, this may be unsatisfying, but this is what I'm saying. If there were specific new ideas that I thought the left should embrace, I would have said so. What I'm seeing is the left needs, to begin with, to create the conditions from which new ideas can come. So I mean, we've been talking about a lot of it. The censoriousness needs to go.I would also say—actually, I talk about this also—you know, maybe you would consider yourself part of, I don't know. There's this whole sort of heterodox realm of people who did dare to violate the progressive pieties and say, "maybe the pandemic response isn't going so well; maybe the Black Lives Matter protests did have a lot of violence"—maybe all the things, right? And they were all driven out from 2020 and so forth. A lot of them were people who started on the left and would even still describe themselves as liberal, would never vote for a Republican. So these people are out there. They're just, they don't have a voice within the Democratic camp because the orthodoxy continues to be enforced.So that's what I'm saying. You've got to start with the structural conditions. And one of them may be that we need to get—I don't even know that these institutions can reform themselves, whether it's the Times or the New Yorker or the Ivy League. And it may be that we need to build new institutions, which is also something that's happening. I mean, it's something that's happening in the realm of publishing and journalism on Substack. But again, they're still marginalized because that liberal establishment does not—it's not that old people don't wanna give up power, it's that the established people don't want to give up the power. I mean Harris is, you know, she's like my age. So the establishment as embodied by the Times, the New Yorker, the Ivy League, foundations, the think tanks, the Democratic Party establishment—they don't want to move aside. But it's so obviously clear at this point that they are not the solution. They're not the solutions.Andrew Keen: What about the so-called resistance? I mean, a lot of people were deeply disappointed by the response of law firms, maybe even universities, the democratic party as we noted is pretty much irrelevant. Is it possible for the left to rebuild itself by a kind of self-sacrifice, by lawyers who say "I don't care what you think of me, I'm simply against you" and to work together, or university presidents who will take massive pay cuts and take on MAGA/Trump world?William Deresiewicz: Yeah, I mean, I don't know if this is going to be the solution to the left rebuilding itself, but I think it has to happen, not just because it has to happen for policy reasons, but I mean you need to start by finding your courage again. I'm not going to say your testicles because that's gendered, but you need to start—I mean the law firms, maybe that's a little, people have said, well, it's different because they're in a competitive business with each other, but why did the university—I mean I'm a Columbia alumnus. I could not believe that Columbia immediately caved.It occurs to me as we're talking that these are people, university presidents who have learned cowardice. This is how they got to be where they got and how they keep their jobs. They've learned to yield in the face of the demands of students, the demands of alumni, the demands of donors, maybe the demands of faculty. They don't know how to be courageous anymore. And as much as I have lots of reasons, including personal ones, to hate Harvard University, good for them. Somebody finally stood up, and I was really glad to see that. So yeah, I think this would be one good way to start.Andrew Keen: Courage, in other words, is the beginning.William Deresiewicz: Courage is the beginning.Andrew Keen: But not a courage that takes itself too seriously.William Deresiewicz: I mean, you know, sure. I mean I don't really care how seriously—not the self-referential courage. Real courage, which means you're really risking losing something. That's what it means.Andrew Keen: And how can you and I then manifest this courage?William Deresiewicz: You know, you made me listen to Jocelyn Benson.Andrew Keen: Oh, yeah, I forgot and I actually I have to admit I saw that on the email and then I forgot who Jocelyn Benson is, which is probably reflects the fact that she didn't say very much.William Deresiewicz: For those of you who don't know what we're talking about, she's the Secretary of State of Michigan. She's running for governor.Andrew Keen: Oh yeah, and she was absolutely diabolical. She was on the show, I thought.William Deresiewicz: She wrote a book called Purposeful Warrior, and the whole interview was just this salad of cliches. Purpose, warrior, grit, authenticity. And part of, I mentioned her partly because she talked about courage in a way that was complete nonsense.Andrew Keen: Real courage, yeah, real courage. I remember her now. Yeah, yeah.William Deresiewicz: Yeah, she got made into a martyr because she got threatened after the 2020 election.Andrew Keen: Well, lots to think about, Bill. Very good conversation, as always. I think we need to get rid of old white men like you and I, but what do I know?William Deresiewicz: I mean, I am going to keep a death grip on my position, which is no good whatsoever.Andrew Keen: As I half-joked, Bill, maybe you should have called the piece "Post-Erection." If you can't get an erection, then you certainly shouldn't be in public office. That would have meant that Joe Biden would have had to have retired immediately.William Deresiewicz: I'm looking forward to seeing the test you devise to determine whether people meet your criterion.Andrew Keen: Yeah, maybe it will be a public one. Bread and circuses, bread and elections. We shall see, Bill, I'm not even going to do your last name because I got it right once. I'm never going to say it again. Bill, congratulations on the piece "Post-Election," not "Post-Erection," and we will talk again. This story is going to run and run. We will talk again in the not too distant future. Thank you so much.William Deresiewicz: That's good.Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

In this empowering episode, author and wellness expert Robyn Engelson joins us to share insights from her book Exhausted to Energized – 90 Days to Your Best Self. Designed specifically for parents, coaches, and athletic trainers who constantly pour into others, Robyn breaks down why self-care often feels out of reach—and how to reclaim it without guilt. Listeners will learn how to avoid common burnout pitfalls, adopt small but powerful habits to boost energy, and set boundaries that protect their well-being. If you're feeling drained and don't know where to start, this episode offers both mindset shifts and tangible steps to help you refuel and thrive.How to Find Robyn EngelsonWebsite: https://robynengelson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robynengelson/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynengelson/ Book Link: https://robynengelson.com/amazon/ExhaustedToEnergized Amazon Book Link: https://a.co/d/00lrjFO To learn more visit @thesportsnutritionplaybook and thesportsnutritionplaybook.com.Check out our YouTube channel for more sports nutrition tips and tricks. Have questions to ask our sports dietitians? email us at info@thesportsnutritionplaybook.com

If you're near High Island, Texas in the spring, you might witness a "fallout," one of the great spectacles of bird migration. Thousands of birds, including Rose-breasted Grosbeaks, orioles, Painted Buntings, and warblers of all kinds, as well as tanagers and Indigo Buntings, like this one, drop from the sky. They've just flown non-stop across the Gulf of Mexico, covering 600 miles in about 15 hours. Exhausted and hungry from bucking the storm, they land at last.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org.Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible. 

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Do you constantly feel exhausted? Do you feel like there is never a break or a moment to slow down? One of the reasons you might be feeling this way is because you haven't yet figured out what taking a Sabbath Day looks like in this season. God designed us for rest, even in busy seasons, so it's time we finally take His words seriously. Today I talk about 4 keys to sabbathing well even when you have littles at home. It's time to stop just letting ourselves be an exhausted mom! Love, Brittany    Ready to become a peaceful wife and Mama? Sign Up for the Pain to Peace Academy HERE. Come say hi and join the Morning Mama Facebook Group! I would love to hear your story and know your name.    ALL THE LINKS FOR ALL THE THINGS! Morning Mama Website Pain to Peace Academy Morning Mama Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Find a Restoration Therapist Come say hi by emailing hello@morningmamapodcast.com  

Sister, I literally cannot wait to share with you the 5 "D's".... What am I talking about? The 5 "D's" are what I believe are the BIGGEST challenges you will ever face as you navigate freedom from food & that 'crazy thinking' controlling your every day. ~ In today's replay, I discuss these 5 pitfalls, so that you can recognize where you may be stuck in them...not to shame game you, but to push you to overcome! Let's rewind for a minute as I take you back to my own struggle with disordered eating... I was lost. Exhausted. Constantly thinking about what I could eat next & when I could eat it. I was miserable. & I spent years in the same wonky cycle trying to convince myself that everything was fine & I was fine....I was far from fine. Fast Forward to my "ah-ha"....I hated life & I craved a better way. But in the process of creating more for myself I came across these 5 biggest challenges. The only way out girl, was through. & the same goes for you. But the good news is, if you are in the "doldrums" right now, maybe not sure where to turn to next because your mind is constantly filled with thoughts around food & your body, then today's podcast episode will speak straight to your soul. But before you go listen, here is a quote to help you hold on to hope today: "Remember not to dig up in doubt what you planted in faith." You deserve more sis! ~ Ready to escape the 5 biggest challenges? Don't worry girl, I got you! Listen in to discover what these 5 pitfalls are & let me show you the way out to find the true & real you...the BEST you yet! xo, lindsey Find All the Things -＞ wwww.herbestself.co ______ Coach with Me -＞Client Application ______ Email me directly -> info@lindseynichol.com ______ Join the free FB community -> www.herbestselfsociety.com ______ Need a helping hand guiding you girl!? You don't have to do this alone! Step 1: Go all IN! Decide to commit to yourself & your future! Do it scared girlfriend. Just do it! Step 2: Apply for limited 1:1 & let's work together -> Client Application Step 3: Leverage the FB community for support & stay tuned for all the resources up & coming to help serve you! YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS! * While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder.

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Are you utterly exhausted from trying to earn God's love? Have you been doing your best to please Him, yet it seems like you're constantly falling short? Has this never-ending cycle resulted in depression and hopelessness? Or the belief that God will never find you worthy or good enough? Friend, nowhere in the Bible does it say that we need to earn His love. Join me as I reveal two biblical truths that will give you immediate permission to stop striving–and start basking–in His love! --------------------    Take the quiz: https://www.relateescape.com/quiz  Get a weekly reminder of God's tender love for you. Plus, be the first to know about exclusive offers! https://bit.ly/GodLovesMeEmail  Join Relate Escape Place: https://www.relateescape.com/online-community Shop the Store: https://www.relateescape.com/store Follow Jenn on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/relateescape

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott talks with WarriorBabe Debra, a 56-year-old salon owner working 6–7 days a week—who still found the time and drive to reclaim her health. Even though she was already working with a trainer, her body wasn't responding the way it used to... until she discovered the WB4 Method.Debra shares how she retrained her metabolism, completed a fat loss phase, and returned to maintenance—all while navigating menopause and running a business. She didn't cut carbs, didn't burn herself out, and didn't follow a one-size-fits-all plan. Instead, she followed a method that worked for where her body is now. Her story is a reminder that it's never too late—and never too busy—to put yourself first and thrive.Click To Watch A Free Macro TrainingClick To Apply For Our ProgramsIf you've got a story about how The Macro Hour Podcast has positively impacted your life, we'd love to hear from you! Fill out this short form for a chance to be featured!Wanna collaborate with WarriorBabe? Click HERE! Follow Nikkiey and WarriorBabe's Socials:WarriorBabe - Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | WebsiteNikkiey - Instagram | Facebook | TikTok Welcome to The Macro Hour Podcast, where we talk about mindset, methodology, and tactics that will help you lose body fat, build muscle, be strong, and feel insanely confident. We've got a no-bullshit, no-nonsense approach with a lot of love and heart to help you reach your goals.

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Have you ever been told “everything's normal” or “it's just peri/menopause”... even though you feel absolutely knackered, your weight won't shift, and your body feels like it's falling apart?In this episode, we're diving into why so many women over 40 are dismissed by conventional healthcare… and what could actually be going on underneath the surface.I'll walk you through:Why blood tests often come back ‘normal' even when you feel far from itThe most common signs that your hormones and metabolism are out of syncWhat standard testing misses (and what to do instead)How to finally feel heard, validated, and supportedA better path forward that doesn't involve calorie cutting or punishing workoutsIf you're feeling exhausted, bloated, foggy, inflamed, and stuck no matter what you try - this is for you.

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Do you constantly feel drained, unmotivated, or resentful — even when nothing “bad” is happening?You're not lazy. You're not ungrateful. You're just living a life that doesn't align with who you are anymore.  In this episode, we dig into the raw truth behind your exhaustion and uncover: Why performing a version of your life is emotionally and physically draining  How people-pleasing, obligation, and survival mode created a reality that feels inescapable  The difference between being busy and being aligned  What it means to grieve a life you never truly chose  How to start reclaiming your time, voice, and identity — without burning it all down This is your wake-up call to stop performing and start living If you're tired of feeling stuck, numb, or disconnected from the life you've built, this episode will help you: ✅ Get radically honest with yourself ✅ Identify what's draining your spirit ✅ Take small, aligned steps to finally feel at home in your own life

If you're experiencing symptoms like tiredness even after a “good” night's sleep, anxiety & depression, infertility, joint pain, neck pain, acne along your jawline, and generally just feeling like CRAP no matter what you do, then this episode of Women of Impact is for you!! Coz those symptoms (and sooooo many more) can actually all be linked to 3 foods that you're eating every single day that you should actually totally avoid. And when you do, it's going to completely change the way you look at your health and the power YOU have, my homie, to improve it!!  Here to drop this truly life-changing knowledge is medical doctor, NYT best-selling author, and co-founder of a health technology company, Dr. Casey Means. And she is a woman on a frikin' MISSION to educate people about the root cause of why so many of us are sick – and that's because we fail to take care of our metabolic health.  A whopping 93% of Americans are struggling with their metabolic health right now (and honestly homie, you're probably one of them)! That's insane!!!! This interview will help you connect the dots about what you put into your body and how it makes you feel, especially after we dig deep into: - The 3 foods that you should AVOID - What to eat instead to give your body GOOD energy - Tactical tools you can use to start putting better nutrition into your body TODAY!! When you finish listening to this episode, you'll know exactly what you have to do to start feeling better – literally from the inside out!!  You'll have more energy, lose weight, increase your libido and fertility, clear your skin, and seriously homie, feel soooo much better!!! There are seriously SO many symptoms that are actually related to your metabolic health and that YOU have the power to improve, simply by paying attention to WHAT you put into your body. And it's NEVER TOO LATE to improve your nutrition, improve your health, and as a result improve your LIFE!!!! You can drastically better your life & increase your longevity, but ONLY if you take ownership of it, and this episode is here to help you.  Follow Dr. Casey Means: Website: ⁠https://www.caseymeans.com/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/drcaseyskitchen/⁠ Get Your Copy of “Good Energy”: ⁠https://a.co/d/gW9zypa⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the How to Love Yourself No Matter What podcast with Amanda Hess. In this episode, Amanda dives deep into a topic so many of us struggle with: feeling responsible for everyone around us. If you're the person everyone relies on, the peacekeeper holding it all together, or someone who's secretly exhausted but scared to stop, this episode is for you.Drawing from her personal experiences and work as a certified life coach, Amanda unpacks why so many women feel trapped by the belief that they must be the strong one, and how this thinking leads to burnout, resentment, and the loss of self. She explores both societal and personal conditioning that teaches women to prioritize everyone else's needs above their own and gets candid about the physical, emotional, and mental toll this takes.But Amanda doesn't stop there—she offers practical strategies for breaking this cycle, including the power of tiny acts of self-care, regulating your nervous system, emotional processing, and the radical act of putting yourself at the top of your own list. If you're ready to set healthier boundaries, stop overfunctioning, and reclaim your sense of self, tune in and join Amanda as she shares the tools and mindset shifts you need to let go of what was never yours to carry.Let's get started on the path to freedom, fulfillment, and self-love—one small shift at a time.Timestamps:00:00 "The Burden of Being Strong"03:48 "Conditioned to Prioritize Others' Needs"07:04 Balancing Parenthood, Career, and Life12:13 The Anxiety of Unwarranted Responsibility15:34 Fear of Setting Boundaries19:21 Begin Processing Personal Emotions24:09 "Prioritize Personal Boundaries, Self-Care"25:08 "Embrace Change for Personal Fulfillment"30:03 "Free Week: Let Go & Transform"Get 1 week absolutely FREE in the Love Yourself No Matter What Membership.  Go HERE: joinamanda.ca Interested in working with Amanda? Sign up for a discovery call: https://amandahess.caWant to join the Love Yourself No Matter What Membership For Free? Join here: https://amanda-hess.mykajabi.com/loveyourself?preview_theme_id=2160502340Come find me on TT and IG: @theamandahess

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In this episode, I chat with Dr. Pedram Shojai to dive into the fascinating connection between your gut and your overall health. We break down neuroception — how your body subconsciously scans for safety — and why it plays such a critical role in healing and performance. We get into the gut's “second brain,” the enteric nervous system, and how it drives your physical and mental well-being without you even realizing it. Dr. Shojai also shares real-world insights on tackling dysbiosis, understanding gut-immune symbiosis, and how simple lifestyle shifts can radically improve your health. If you've ever wondered how stress, gut health, and the nervous system all tie together — and how to actually use that knowledge to feel better — this is an episode you won't want to miss. Key Takeaways: Understanding Neuroception: Neuroception refers to the subconscious detection of safety or threat in the body, playing a crucial role in both gut health and overall well-being. Gut as an Immune Organ: The gut houses the majority of the body's immune cells, acting as a critical barrier between the inside of the body and external threats. Role of Stress in Gut Health: Chronic stress can disrupt gut microbiota, leading to issues like dysbiosis and gut permeability, thereby affecting mental health. Food Sensitivities: Identifying and avoiding food sensitivities can prevent chronic inflammation, leading to better overall health. Holistic Approaches to Wellness: Emphasizing mind-body practices, such as meditation and breath work, can improve gut health by promoting a balanced parasympathetic state.   More About Dr. Pedram Shojai: Dr. Pedram Shojai is a man with many titles. He is the founder and director of The Urban Monk Academy. He's the NYT Best Sellingauthor of the books Rise and Shine, The Urban Monk, The Art ofStopping Time, Inner Alchemy, Exhausted, Trauma, Focus, andConscious Parenting.He's the producer of the movies Vitality, Origins, Prosperity, and TheGreat Heist and the docuseries: Interconnected, Gateway to Health,Exhausted, Trauma, Conscious Parenting, Hormones Health & Harmony, and Gut Check.He's the host of“The Urban Monk” podcast and is a key influencer in the health and personal development space.He's a prominent physician in the functional medicine space and is known for his ability to bring people together around ideas that matter. oing all this, he's a chill guy who now lives up in the mountains and values his days on how much time he gets with his family. As a former monk, he strives to bring enlightenment and peace to the orld around him. Website Instagram Interconnected FREE screening event | REGISTER HERE Connect with me! Website Instagram Facebook YouTube   This episode is sponsored by Professional Co-op®, where clinicians gain exceptional access to industry-leading lab services without the hefty price tag—since 2001, they've been redefining what efficient, patient-focused support looks like. Imagine no hidden fees, no minimums, and only paying for completed tests. Experience lab services that not only meet but also exceed your expectations. Join the co-op trusted by countless licensed clinicians nationwide. Visit www.professionalco-op.com to learn more! This episode is also made possible by Functional Medicine University. FMU is a fully online, self-paced training program in functional medicine, founded in 2006 by Dr. Ron Grisanti. With students in all 50 U.S. states and 68 countries globally, FMU has become a cornerstone in advanced clinical education for healthcare practitioners. The curriculum is led by Dr. Grisanti, alongside contributions from over 70 distinguished medical experts on FMU's advisory board. Graduates earn the prestigious Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (CFMP®) credential upon completion. FMU is also a nationally approved provider of continuing education for a wide range of licensed professionals, including MDs, DCs, DOs, NDs, acupuncturists, PAs, NPs, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and dentists. Whether you're looking to expand your clinical knowledge or bring a functional approach to your practice, FMU offers the tools, guidance, and certification to help you thrive. Visit www.functionalmedicineuniversity.com to learn more!

Feeling off track and like you're failing? You're not. You're just tired. And in this episode, I'm walking you through how to reset your mindset, regroup your routine, and start showing up again—without the guilt. What we cover: Why feeling your feelings is part of the process How to shift from problem mindset to solution mindset Why rest, brain dumps, and prioritizing ONE thing at a time actually work A practical way to rebuild your routine when life knocks you down Consistency isn't about perfection—it's about knowing how to adapt. And I teach you exactly how to do that inside Fit Lifestyle in a Box.  

Stress, anxiety, fatigue can keep us in a state of EXHAUSTION. Over time, this leads to what I call High-Functioning Fatigue. Oftentimes, women feeling this way will also feel like they are going through a form of spiritual warfare or attack. This is so common cuz Satan loves to keep God's daughter's sad, sick and stuck.   I will be sharing 2 very simple, doable and calming actions you can take today, to praise & pray your way through High-Functioning Fatigue and any type of spiritual warfare you may be going through.  If you're thinking, ok but what IS High-Functioning Fatigue, Go to ep. 277 where I talk about HFF and your adrenal risk. Women in this midlife season who are notorious for putting their own health and wellness on the back burner for years, are really struggling with exhaustion, brain fog and that overwhelmingness of not feeling like themselves… and they explain it away with comments like: it's menopause or it's my job or it's my age or….I just need a vacation or.. (Fill in the blank…) You are pushing through your tiredness, pushing through and getting things done, and continue to say to yourself: “I'll focus on my health when xyz gets done.” I consider HHF that underlying tiredness you can't shake, no matter how much you rest, coupled with a mental fog that makes even simple decisions feel overwhelming. You might look put-together on the outside, but on the inside, you're struggling to keep up, feeling like you're barely holding it together while wondering why you're so exhausted all the time. Sound like you?  In this episode, I share 2 ways you can fight back through whatever spiritual attack or warfare you are going through right now… and always... and help you get starting to heal and recover God's way from High-Functioning Fatigue. These 2 ways should always be our GO-TO. NO hesitation.  I pray this blesses you and moves you to action today! XO, Michelle Book your  Fatigue Freedom Call today, where together we will uncover what's really keeping you exhausted AND show you how you can start feeling BETTER in your whole health, within DAYS.   ***Join our community, Fight FATIGUE over 40 with FAITH & Holistic Health, to be supported, encouraged and educated as you take back your health WITH God at the center. **Catch the Treasured Wellness Podcast on https://christianmix106.com/   AND YouTube   ***DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Contact your own physician for any medical concerns you have. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Treasured Wellness, LLC, guests or contributors be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.

In today's episode, I'm answering a listener-submitted question that hits home for so many moms: “I'm constantly exhausted. How am I supposed to find the energy to work out?” With Mother's Day around the corner, I wanted to shine a light on the real-life tension moms face between wanting to feel strong and energized—without burning themselves out in the process. If you've ever felt stuck between taking care of everyone else and trying to prioritize your own health, this episode will give you the permission, perspective, and practical tools to do both. Here's what you'll learn in this episode: Why the “move more, eat less” advice is failing busy moms How your stress-to-recovery ratio impacts your metabolism and results What to focus on first before cutting calories or adding extra workouts Why food is fuel (not the enemy) Two simple ways to build movement into your life without sacrificing family time If this episode helped you feel seen, I'd love for you to share it with a mom who's doing her best but feels stretched thin. It could be the encouragement she needs to make her health a priority again—on her terms. Become a Fat Loss Simplified Insider Submit a question for Q&A Tuesday: https://hamiltonfit.com/ask Connect with Bryce: Email Bryce: resources@hamiltonfit.com | Follow Bryce on IG

If you feel drained, depleted, and like no matter how much rest you get, you're still exhausted....you're not alone!  You're not tired because life is hard.  You're tired because you're stuck performing.  Performing as the nice girl.  Performing as the easygoing woman.  Performing to keep the peace and please everyone.  This is women's burnout hiding in plain sight - and nobody's talking about it.  In this episode, I reveal the real reason you're so exhausted (spoiler alert: it's not your to-do list), how 'being nice' is slowly draining your energy, and how to stop people pleasing so you can reclaim your power.  You'll learn:  Why performing makes women invisible and miserable  How the good girl identity keeps you stuck in burnout  What to do to stop being nice and start being real  How to recover your energy and step into your selfish era  You don't need more rest. You need to stop performing.  If you're exhausted and over it, this episode will show you how to break free and start living for YOU.  Sign up for Glow Notes!  Check out my guest spot on The Divorce Survival Guide Podcast!   

You're not lazy - you're depleted. Andrew Huberman reveals how the hustle culture of chasing constant highs is depleting your brain's dopamine reserves. In this powerful moment, discover why rest isn't laziness, and how to manage your energy for long-term focus, drive, and performance.  Listen to the full episode here - Spotify - https://g2ul0.app.link/CdOTZdJl1Sb Apple - https://g2ul0.app.link/kv06yZwl1Sb Watch the Episodes On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stuck behind a desk all day? Exhausted by 6pm and face-deep in snacks by 8?In this episode, I sat down with our newest Fat Loss Fundamentals coach, Natalie, to answer the weight loss questions every busy professional woman wants to ask—but rarely gets a straight answer to.We unpack why your willpower isn't broken (even if it feels like it), how to stop the after-work binge spiral, and what to do when you're too wiped out to cook—let alone track macros.You'll learn how to lose fat without becoming “that person” who packs Tupperware for brunch. Whether you've had a ‘bad' week or you just want to stop eating your feelings after a rough meeting, this one's for you.Head to fatlossfundamentals.co.uk if you need our help to lose weight and keep it off for good.

The Robyn Engelson Podcast Ever wish you had a wellness mentor with over decades of experience whispering million dollar health tips in your ear? That's exactly what you will get each week when you tune into The Robyn Engelson Podcast. I'm your host–a sought after autoimmune and wellness expert, corporate drop-out turned serial entrepreneur, and lifestyle transformer. Each week, I'll be bringing you inspiring guests, insights, and mindset tools to empower you to be energized, compress time, and start living instead of existing.    Episode Title:  Exhausted, in pain, anxious and your labs say you're "fine"? Host: Robyn Engelson Guest:  Dr. David Clarke Episode Summary: In this powerful episode, Robyn sits down with Dr. David Clarke, a renowned expert in mind-body medicine, to explore the hidden connection between emotional trauma and chronic physical symptoms. Dr. Clarke explains how many people suffer from real, debilitating issues—such as fatigue, pain, or digestive problems, even when their medical tests come back normal. The conversation dives into how unresolved childhood stress and emotional pain can manifest physically, especially when left unacknowledged. Dr. Clarke shares stories from his practice, emphasizing the importance of listening to patients' life experiences, not just their lab results. Together, they discuss why so many women are dismissed by the healthcare system and how compassion, awareness, and emotional healing can be the missing key to true recovery. This episode offers a new lens to understand your symptoms and encourages you to trust your body's signals and your own story.   You'll learn: How unresolved emotional trauma and chronic stress can manifest as real physical symptoms The role of mind-body connection in chronic illness—and why standard medical tests often miss the root cause Why patients with normal labs still suffer, and how emotional history can reveal hidden clues How adverse childhood experiences and past life stressors can influence present-day health The importance of validating your symptoms and seeking trauma-informed care The healing power of compassionate listening—and how the right doctor-patient relationship can change your entire recovery journey   Memorable Quotes: “Healing the thyroid isn't just about labs—it's about listening to your story.” “So many patients are dismissed because their symptoms don't show up on paper. That doesn't mean they're not real.” “Compassionate care isn't optional—it's essential to true healing.” “The gut and thyroid are in constant conversation. When one's off, the other listens.” “You don't need to be your own doctor—but you do need to be your own advocate.”   Resources & Mentions: Dr. David Clarke's insights on compassionate care and thyroid healing Research on the gut-thyroid connection in autoimmune diseases Functional medicine approaches for diagnosing beyond standard lab work Clinics focusing on integrative and empathetic thyroid care   Actionable Steps for Listeners: Trust Your Instincts: If your body says something's wrong—even when labs say you're "fine"—don't ignore it. Your symptoms are valid. Prioritize Gut Health: Gut health plays a powerful role in thyroid and hormone regulation. Seek guidance from professionals familiar with both. Understand Inflammation & Genetics: Learn how these hidden factors might be draining your energy and impacting your thyroid without obvious signs. Advocate for Compassionate Care: Don't settle for being dismissed. Find a provider who listens, explains, and respects your health journey   Final Thought: When patients feel dismissed or unheard, it delays healing. That's why compassion matters just as much as science. Your symptoms aren't imaginary—they're messages. When we slow down, listen, and connect the dots between gut health, inflammation, genetics, and thyroid function, we find answers others often miss. True healing begins when you're seen, heard, and supported. You deserve that kind of care.   What listeners have to say: Dr. David brings such calm clarity to complex issues. His approach made me feel seen, heard, and finally understood. This episode gave me real hope for healing what I thought I'd have to live with forever.   Loved this episode? If you found value in this conversation, don't forget to leave a review! Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Your feedback helps us create content that supports your journey to thriving, not just surviving.   Connect with Dr. David: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook   About Dr. David Clarke: Dr. David Clarke is the President of the Association for Treatment of Neuroplastic Symptoms (ATNS), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to ending the chronic pain epidemic. Dr. Clarke holds an MD from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine and is Board-certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. His organization's mission is to advance the awareness, diagnosis, and treatment of stress-related, brain-generated medical conditions. Learn more at Symptomatic.Me..   Connect with Robyn: Book Robyn to speak Get Robyn's #1 best selling book, Exhausted To Energized - 90 Days To Your Best Self  Get Robyn's free video  Sign up for Robyn's personal letter  View Robyn's website Follow Robyn on LinkedIn Robyn's Facebook Watch Robyn on Instagram    

Why Four, and why not a peace treaty? All of this will be explained in this episode that details the difference between an armistice and a peace treaty. Israel's warring neighbors were battered and humiliated in Israel's War of Independence, which they were so confident would result in Arab triumph. Exhausted and losing ground by the day they wished to conclude the war, but how do you arrive at an agreement with an enemy that you do not recognize. Ultimately, that is what an armistice can accomplish. Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com Don't forget to subscribe, like and share! Let all your friends know that that they too can have a new favorite podcast. © 2025 Media Education Trust llc

In today's episode, we dive into the transformative power of real food. If you're feeling exhausted and stuck in the cycle of processed foods, you're not alone. I share how shifting to nutrient-dense, whole foods has made a huge difference in my health and energy. Learn simple tips to start adding more whole foods into your routine, like focusing on one nourishing meal a day, making smarter shopping choices, and creating quick, family-friendly meals. Real food is the fuel your body needs to thrive—mentally, physically, and emotionally. You've got this, friend. Let's make small changes that add up to big results. Private Facebook Group I would love to connect even more with you! Please email me or reach out to me on social media! Email: hello@ashleybraden.com Facebook: facebook.com/specialkindofmotherhood Instagram: instagram.com/specialkind.ofmotherhood

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Hey Friend, I want to take you back to a season in my life that might sound a lot like yours... I had cut the coffee. Gave up dairy for over a decade. Changed my diet. Started working out again (even though I needed a nap afterward just to survive the day). I was doing all the “right” things. And I was still exhausted. Sound familiar? In today's podcast episode, I'm breaking down why that happens—and what your body might actually be trying to tell you. You'll learn: ☑️ The hidden kind of inflammation that's draining your energy ☑️ Why “detox” doesn't work if your drainage isn't open ☑️ What your stress hormones are doing behind the scenes—even when your life feels “calm” Plus, I'll walk you through the 3 root causes I address with every single client who's dealing with chronic fatigue. If you've ever felt like your body is betraying you—or that something must be wrong because you're doing all the “right” things—this episode is for you. Your body isn't broken. It just needs the right support—in the right order. And I'll show you how to get started. In health, Lacy Lain Before you go… ✨ Join The Functional Hormone Reset Today!If your hormones feel out of control and you don't know where to start, this is for you! I'll walk you through:✔️ The right labs to ask for✔️ What your symptoms are really telling you✔️ How to start balancing your health naturally You can join right here! Have questions? Send me a VideoAsk

This episode is with my good friend Jacqueline. She is somebody I met on TikTok one day, just perusing through my feed. She's somebody that I can absolutely relate to, and she's very kind and generous to have very in-depth personal conversations with. She talks about having multiple sclerosis and mental health, and all the struggles that come with both. She also discusses her inner struggles and battles that she has within herself every day. 

Feeling mentally exhausted even when you're doing "all the right things"? In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Self, we explore what happens when your brain is tired of holding it all—alone. Learn the real signs of emotional and mental fatigue, why strength doesn't mean carrying everything forever, and how to start releasing the invisible load you've been carrying. A must-listen if you've been the strong one for too long and you're ready for real, sustainable relief.

In this episode, Brenda shares her journey from heartbreak to healing — and how she turned her pain into unstoppable power. After a divorce, a career she didn't love, and years of battling fear and limiting beliefs, Brenda discovered her true calling: helping others step into who they were created to be, not who they were conditioned to be.She reveals how emotional intelligence unlocks freedom, why mastering your thoughts is the first step to change, and why imposter syndrome is a lie. Brenda opens up about overcoming fear, healing from a narcissist relationship, and reclaiming her worth — and she shares the tools that helped her (and can help you) flip the switch and finally live free.If you're ready to stop doubting yourself, silence comparison, and rise into the life you were made for — this conversation is for you. Get ready to unpack, level up, and step into unlimited power with Brenda!***If this episode helped you, or you think it will help someone else, please share and a 5 star review is much appreciated ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The Bushy Billy Bush joined us and we talked:-Pickleball (yes, he plays)-The Pope "Can we please give a standing ovation to the Pope for making it to the Super Bowl!  He made it to the Super Bowl and woke up the next morning exhausted, and the papa dropped"-Gayle King and Tucker Carlson on his podcast (Billy's first love Molly Andrews)-Lisa's new show "Behind Two Doors" To subscribe to The Pete McMurray Show Podcast just click here

Are you glued to your phone, constantly posting but not seeing sales roll in? Exhausted by the never-ending scroll and wondering if social media is really the best way to market your business? In this episode of Grow My Small Business, I'm getting real about social media overwhelm—and inviting you to join the Screen Free Challenge, a 31-day reset to help you reclaim your time, your peace, and your productivity. We'll talk about: Why social media may not be the best sales and marketing tool for your small business The surprising truth about how many actual sales come from posting on social media What I've gained since removing social media from my phone in January 2025 How to get hours back in your week without losing momentum in your business A completely free challenge that gives you 31 days of real action steps to grow your business without social media stress This isn't about quitting Instagram forever. It's about building smarter marketing habits and discovering proven sales strategies that don't require 24/7 online hustle.

Sometimes, you don't need a plan… You just need someone to sit with you in the quiet. This week, I stepped away from the outline. No script. No formal teaching. Just me—showing up tired, and grateful. Maybe you've been there too. In this unscripted episode, I'm inviting you into a quiet moment of rest—born out of exhaustion, reflection, and God's gentle nearness in the middle of it all.

Today's guest is Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith - a powerhouse physician, bestselling author, and the ultimate expert on rest and recovery. If you're feeling tired, overwhelmed, or like life has you running on empty, this episode is the refresh your soul needs.   We're diving into why real rest goes beyond catching Z's and how embracing different types of rest can completely renew your energy, focus, and joy. But the goodness doesn't stop there. We'll also explore the beauty of belonging, what it means to feel truly known, and the practical steps you can take to embrace the woman God uniquely created you to be.   Timestamps: (00:50) - Why You're Still Exhausted (Even After a Full Night's Sleep) (02:46) - The 7 Types of Rest You Actually Need (07:47) - The Most Surprising Discovery from Dr. Saundra's Research (12:19) - The Hidden Hurdles Keeping You from True Belonging (17:20) - The Signs a Woman is on the Brink of a Major Life Change (21:55) - Dr. Saundra's Must-Try Recommendations WATCH NOW ON YOUTUBE   Links to great things we discussed:    Song Recommendation - Trust in God Movie Recommendation - The Forge Book Recommendation -Why We Sleep Product Recommendation - COLOR WOW Dream Coat Supernatural Spray Join the waiting list for the Uplift app!    I hope you loved this episode!

Exhaustion, many times, is tied to us not knowing what isn't our problem to fix. Heartbreak is imminent when you're trying to cure what only an encounter with Jesus can heal.

On today's episode, we hear about: ·      A wife struggling to come to an agreement with her husband about their sex life ·      A husband frustrated that his wife doesn't contribute financially ·      A woman trying to find friends in her same stage of life Next Steps: