Podcasts about feast

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Spoilers, profanity, Jaime x Brienne. Victarion is having a "we're the workers doing all the work and the boss takes the glory" moment. Also, George? Stop naming chapters after nicknames. Even The Reader can't save us from this chapter where George is Boba Fetting to an insane degree. Nuncles at their nunclest.This chapter could have been a Raven. A Song of Ice and Fire. A Feast for Crows - The Reaver (Victarion II). Close The Door And Come Here - Episode 565

Please join us for this special episode from our Varney vaults, wherein we endure The Explanation, Marchdale's Advice, The Projected Removal, and the Admiral's Anger. Varney the Vampire is a genuine penny dreadful, read aloud one chapter per week just like the original Victorian working class audience would do for the authentic 1840s Chartist coffeehouse experience. To instantly unlock over a hundred more chapters (literally), check out our Patreon.

Homily given at St. Thomas à Becket on the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord (January 12, 2025)

Feast of the Baptism 2025 - Do you understand your responsibility by Fr. Josh Waltz

Several Catholic churches and schools are among the buildings that have been destroyed in the deadly wildfires. A new Church in Jordan is dedicated to the Baptism of Our Lord. And, on the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, 21 babies began their journey into the Catholic faith in the Sistine Chapel.

Sermon delivered on the Feast of The Holy Family, the Sunday Within the Octave of the Epiphany, 2025, at Queen of All Saints Chapel in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, by Rev. Tobias Bayer. Epistle: Col. 3, 12-17. Gospel: St. Luke 2, 42-52.

This sermon on the Baptism of the Lord emphasizes Jesus' identity as the beloved Son of God and the profound significance of His baptism. At His baptism, the heavens open, the Holy Spirit descends, and the Father declares, "You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased." Jesus, though sinless, enters the waters not for His sake but to sanctify them for our salvation, cleansing and preparing them to wash away sin for generations to come. Despite this act of love, people often resist Jesus. Some desire a harsher, judgmental figure, while others feel unworthy of His compassion, expecting abandonment and condemnation. Both responses stem from fear and misunderstanding of Jesus' true nature. The sermon highlights that Jesus' baptism is a demonstration of divine love and compassion. He comes to restore the broken, free the bound, and cleanse the sinful. Through baptism, we are made beloved children of God, called to repentance, renewal, and a life of radical love and compassion for others. Jesus invites us to enter the waters of repentance, to be transformed, and to embrace our identity as God's beloved children. In this, we find freedom, renewal, and a mission to share His love with the world.

Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, shares a homily during the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. It was given in the Basilica on January 12, 2025. 

Revelation 19 is a powerful celebration that unfolds in heaven as the fall of Babylon is commemorated and Yah's servants are vindicated. The Lamb's wedding symbolizes the ultimate union, marking a significant moment in biblical prophecy. The victorious rider, named Faithful and True, leads an army to triumph over the nations, assuring us of God's ultimate victory. The chapter concludes with the defeat of the beast and the false prophet, further signaling God's final victory. Join us as we dive into this chapter's deep meaning and prophetic significance, and be reassured of God's triumph. In each episode, we delve into a specific chapter or verse, unpacking its historical context, linguistic nuances, and prophetic implications. For more biblical insights, like, subscribe, and share!   https://itsyahushua.com/rejoicing-over-babylons-fall-chapter-19/ For more information, see www.sabbathlounge.com Please find us on iTunes, Spotify, TikTok, and Podbean. At Sabbath Lounge, we are dedicated to eating clean, keeping the Feast and Sabbath, following the Torah, and leading as many people out of Babylon as possible.   Find more information below: www.sabbathlounge.com https://linktr.ee/Sabbathlounge  

Fr. Steve asks the why--why was Jesus Baptized in the Jordan...why was He even Baptized to begin with?  

Jesus, the Light of the World | John 8:12–20 SermonYouTube Description:In this powerful message, we explore John 8:12–20, where Jesus declares, “I am the light of the world.” Against the backdrop of the Feast of Tabernacles, we uncover the profound truth of Jesus as the eternal light that leads us out of darkness and into life.

Father Thomas Naval proclaims the Gospel (Luke 3:15-16, 21-22) and breaks open the word on the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. Words for your Way from Santiago de Compostela Catholic Church in Lake Forest, California.

The Feast of the Nativity of Our Lord

The Feast of the Epiphany

Feast of the Holy Family

The podcast explores the comedic chaos that ensues around holiday celebrations, parenting, and the absurdities of life. A major highlight includes a hilarious discussion about the mishaps of celebrating Christmas, including a memorable story involving a mother-in-law's accidental Facebook post about adult content. The hosts delve into their own holiday experiences, from gift-giving blunders to the realities of raising children who are more interested in wrapping paper than presents. As they share their personal anecdotes, the conversation takes unexpected turns, revealing the challenges and joys of adulting. With wit and humor, they remind listeners that parenting is often a mix of heartfelt moments and laughable disasters.Links referenced in this episode:nonewfriendspodcast.comsandpipervacations.comCompanies mentioned in this episode: Disney Sandpiper Vacations Bath and Body Works Meta Kobe Steakhouse

Today's devotion is written by Jenna Guizar.

Given on the Feast of the Holy Family, 2025.

Homily at St. Daniel on the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord.

Join Catholic evangelist and bible teacher, Hector Molina as he explores the Mass Readings for the Feast of the Baptism of The Lord, Year C.Mass Readings:Isaiah 40;1-5, 9-11 (optional reading)Psalm 104;1b-4, 24-30 (optional psalm)Titus 2;11-14; 3:4-7 (optional epistle)Luke 3;15-16, 21-22"A Walk in The Word" podcast is a weekly bible study and reflection on the Sunday Mass readings led by International Catholic evangelist and bible teacher, Hector Molina.PODCAST HOMEPAGE: https://awalkintheword.buzzsprout.comYOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/c/hectormolinacatholicevangelistSupport: Are you enjoying these videos? Become a Patron and partner with me in spreading the Good News! www.patreon.com/hectormolina/You can also show your support for the podcast by visiting: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hectormo...#feastofthebaptismofthelord #baptism #thenewcreation #johnthebaptist  #sundaymassreadings  #catholiclectionary #catholic #sundaygospel #sundaygospelreflection #catholicbiblestudy #hectormolina #awalkintheword #catholicpodcast #bibleinayear #wordonfire #sundayhomily #hectormolina

What does the Baptism of the Lord mean to us?

Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, the final day of the Christmas season Office of Readings and Morning Prayer for 1/12/25 Gospel: Luke 3:15-16, 21-22

 42 And when he was twelve years old, they going up into Jerusalem, according to the custom of the feast,Et cum factus esset annorum duodecim, ascendentibus illis Jerosolymam secundum consuetudinem diei festi,  43 And having fulfilled the days, when they returned, the child Jesus remained in Jerusalem; and his parents knew it not.consummatisque diebus, cum redirent, remansit puer Jesus in Jerusalem, et non cognoverunt parentes ejus.  44 And thinking that he was in the company, they came a day's journey, and sought him among their kinsfolks and acquaintance.Existimantes autem illum esse in comitatu, venerunt iter diei, et requirebant eum inter cognatos et notos.  45 And not finding him, they returned into Jerusalem, seeking him.Et non invenientes, regressi sunt in Jerusalem, requirentes eum.  46 And it came to pass, that, after three days, they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, hearing them, and asking them questions.Et factum est, post triduum invenerunt illum in templo sedentem in medio doctorum, audientem illos, et interrogantem eos.  47 And all that heard him were astonished at his wisdom and his answers.Stupebant autem omnes qui eum audiebant, super prudentia et responsis ejus.  48 And seeing him, they wondered. And his mother said to him: Son, why hast thou done so to us? behold thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing.Et videntes admirati sunt. Et dixit mater ejus ad illum : Fili, quid fecisti nobis sic? ecce pater tuus et ego dolentes quaerebamus te.  49 And he said to them: How is it that you sought me? did you not know, that I must be about my father's business?Et ait ad illos : Quid est quod me quaerebatis? nesciebatis quia in his quae Patris mei sunt, oportet me esse?  50 And they understood not the word that he spoke unto them.Et ipsi non intellexerunt verbum quod locutus est ad eos.  51 And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject to them. And his mother kept all these words in her heart.Et descendit cum eis, et venit Nazareth : et erat subditus illis. Et mater ejus conservabat omnia verba haec in corde suo.  52 And Jesus advanced in wisdom, and age, and grace with God and men.Et Jesus proficiebat sapientia, et aetate, et gratia apud Deum et homines.

Fr. Walsh, on the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, reflects on baptism as a transformative relationship with Christ that also unites us with the Church community. He emphasizes the responsibility of nurturing faith, reassures parents facing challenges with younger generations, and calls for active participation in worship as members of the Body of Christ.

Homily for the Feast of The Baptism of the Lord - Jan 12, 2025 Readings for the Solemnity: bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011225.cfm

Bulletin: Baptism of Our Lord Bulletin 2025   Congregation at Prayer: CaP, 1/12/15

Fr. Eric reflects upon the significance of the word “arose” in the context of the story of the Visitation (Lk 1:39-45). This is a clip from a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Jan. 5, 2025 on the Feast of the Epiphany at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Read OnlineIt happened in those days that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized in the Jordan by John. On coming up out of the water he saw the heavens being torn open and the Spirit, like a dove, descending upon him. And a voice came from the heavens, “You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased.”  Mark 1:9–11The Feast of the Baptism of the Lord concludes for us the Christmas Season and transitions us into the beginning of Ordinary Time. From a Scriptural point of view, this event in Jesus' life is also a transitional moment from His hidden life in Nazareth to the beginning of His public ministry. As we commemorate this glorious event, it's important to ponder a simple question: Why was Jesus baptized? Recall that John's baptism was one of repentance, an act by which he invited his followers to turn from sin and to turn to God. But Jesus was sinless, so what was the reason for His Baptism?First of all, we see in the quoted passage above that Jesus' true identity was made manifest through His humble act of baptism. “You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased,” spoke the voice of the Father in Heaven. Furthermore, we are told that the Spirit descended upon Him in the form of a dove. Thus, Jesus' baptism is in part a public declaration of Who He is. He is the Son of God, a divine Person Who is one with the Father and the Holy Spirit. This public testimony is an “epiphany,” a manifestation of His true identity for all to see as He prepares to begin His public ministry.Second, by His baptism, Jesus' incredible humility is made manifest. He is the Second Person of the Most Holy Trinity, but He allows Himself to become identified with sinners. By sharing in an act that was focused upon repentance, Jesus speaks volumes through His action of baptism. He came to unite Himself with us sinners, to enter our sin and to enter into our death. By entering the water, He symbolically enters into death itself, which is the result of our sin, and rises triumphantly, allowing us to also rise with Him to new life. For this reason, Jesus' baptism was a way of Him “baptizing” the waters, so to speak, so that water itself, from that moment onward, would be endowed with His divine presence and could be communicated to all who are baptized after Him. Therefore, sinful humanity is now able to meet divinity through baptism.Lastly, when we share in this new baptism, through water that has now been sanctified by our divine Lord, we see in Jesus' baptism a revelation of who we become in Him. Just as the Father spoke and declared Him as His Son, and just as the Holy Spirit descended upon Him, so also in our baptism we become the adopted children of the Father and are filled with the Holy Spirit. Thus, Jesus' baptism gives clarity as to whom we become in Christian baptism. Lord, I thank You for Your humble act of baptism by which You opened the Heavens to all who are sinners. May I open my heart to the unfathomable grace of my own baptism each and every day and more fully live with You as a child of the Father, filled with the Holy Spirit.  Jesus, I trust in You.  Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2024 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.Featured image above: The Baptism of Christ by Verrocchio & Leonardo, via Wikimedia Commons

ENCORE RECORDINGToday, we celebrate the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. In this episode you'll find out why Jesus was baptized. You'll also hear about the Father's proclamation of his Son's identity and ours as well.Sunday Readingshttps://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011225.cfmBook Reference The Life of the BelovedBy Henri Nouwen

Feast of the Holy Family 2025

General Meeting @ St. Barbara Coptic Orthodox Church - Franklin, TN ~ January 8, 2025

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Gemma's Market Quest: Crafting a Feast at La Rambla Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-01-11-23-34-01-ca Story Transcript:Ca: La Rambla era un caos vibrant de colors i olors, una simfonia d'hivern als carrers empedrats de Barcelona.En: La Rambla was a vibrant chaos of colors and scents, a winter symphony on the cobbled streets of Barcelona.Ca: Parades plenes de fruites, verdures, i espècies aromàtiques s'alineaven mentre gent abrigada contra el fred explorava el cor bategant de la ciutat.En: Stalls full of fruits, vegetables, and aromatic spices lined up while people bundled up against the cold explored the beating heart of the city.Ca: La Gemma es movia entre la multitud amb un propòsit ferm.En: Gemma moved through the crowd with a firm purpose.Ca: Aquell any, volia preparar un banquet inoblidable per a la visita dels seus familiars per la Diada dels Reis.En: That year, she wanted to prepare an unforgettable banquet for her family's visit for the Diada dels Reis.Ca: Gemma, amb el cabell recollit i una bufanda tèbia al coll, carregava una cistella entre els braços, l'objectiu clar: els millors ingredients, la millor festa.En: Gemma, with her hair tied up and a warm scarf around her neck, carried a basket in her arms with a clear goal: the best ingredients, the best party.Ca: El problema era que moltes altres persones tenien la mateixa idea.En: The problem was that many others had the same idea.Ca: Les parades més populars ja estaven mig buides, víctimes de les compres desenfrenades dels dies de celebració anteriors.En: The most popular stalls were already half-empty, victims of the frenzied shopping of the previous celebration days.Ca: Els primers desafiaments van arribar a la parada dels tomàquets.En: The first challenges arrived at the tomato stall.Ca: Hi havia poques opcions i molts ulls atents.En: There were few options and many watchful eyes.Ca: Després d'uns moments de dubte, va optar pel que quedava millor.En: After a few moments of doubt, she opted for what looked best.Ca: La seva determinació no vacil·lava, però cada decisió era un repte.En: Her determination did not waver, but every decision was a challenge.Ca: Les mandarines brillaven com petits sols d'hivern.En: The mandarins shone like little winter suns.Ca: Les va posar a la cistella, somrient a la dona gran que li havia deixat pas.En: She placed them in the basket, smiling at the elderly woman who had let her pass.Ca: Hi havia una cosa que Gemma sabia que no podia faltar: les herbes fresques per aromatitzar el seu plat estrella.En: There was one thing Gemma knew couldn't be missing: fresh herbs to season her star dish.Ca: Mentia a si mateixa que en podria trobar fàcilment, però sabia que seria complicat.En: She lied to herself that she could easily find them, but she knew it would be complicated.Ca: Al girar una cantonada, va veure el que semblaven les últimes herbes a la parada d'en Josep.En: Turning a corner, she saw what seemed to be the last herbs at "la parada d'en Josep".Ca: El cor li va fer un salt quan va veure un senyor gran observant-les de prop, a punt d'enduérseles.En: Her heart skipped a beat when she saw an old gentleman observing them closely, about to take them.Ca: Amb un gest valent, es va apropar.En: With a brave gesture, she approached.Ca: "Disculpi," va dir amb un somriure tímid, "estava esperant trobar aquestes herbes per un sopar molt especial.En: "Excuse me," she said with a shy smile, "I was hoping to find these herbs for a very special dinner."Ca: "El senyor, amb cara amable, va mirar la seva cistella plena i li va dir, "Aquesta vegada seran seves.En: The gentleman, with a kind face, looked at her full basket and said, "This time they'll be yours.Ca: Gaudeixi del seu menjar.En: Enjoy your meal."Ca: "Gemma ho va agrair de tot cor.En: Gemma thanked him wholeheartedly.Ca: Aquells matins a La Rambla li havien ensenyat més del que havia pensat.En: Those mornings at La Rambla had taught her more than she had thought.Ca: Gairebé tenia tots els ingredients que necessitava, però el que més havia trobat era la seva pròpia confiança i una adaptabilitat nova.En: She almost had all the ingredients she needed, but what she had found most of all was her own confidence and a newfound adaptability.Ca: A la sortida del mercat, Gemma sentia que havia guanyat.En: At the market's exit, Gemma felt she had won.Ca: Les mancances havien donat pas a la creativitat, i sabia que el menjar no només seria especial sinó una celebració d'esforç i afecte.En: The shortages had given way to creativity, and she knew the meal would not only be special but a celebration of effort and affection.Ca: La brisa freda li omplia els pulmons mentre la tranquil·litat omplia el seu cor.En: The cold breeze filled her lungs while tranquility filled her heart.Ca: La festa dels Reis d'aquell any començava amb un sabor dolç de triomf personal.En: The Festa dels Reis that year began with a sweet taste of personal triumph. Vocabulary Words:the chaos: el caosthe cobbled streets: els carrers empedratsthe stall: la paradathe cold: el fredthe beating heart: el cor bategantthe scarf: la bufandathe goal: l'objectiuthe problem: el problemahalf-empty: mig buidesthe challenges: els desafiamentsthe options: les opcionsthe watchful eyes: els ulls atentsthe determination: la determinacióthe challenge: el reptethe smile: el somriurethe elderly woman: la dona granthe gesture: el gestthe gentleman: el senyorthe basket: la cistellawholeheartedly: de tot corthe shortages: les mancancesthe creativity: la creativitatthe cold breeze: la brisa fredathe lungs: els pulmonsthe tranquility: la tranquil·litatthe personal triumph: el triomf personalthe winter symphony: la simfonia d'hivernthe endeavor: l'esforçthe affection: l'afectethe adaptability: l'adaptabilitat

   It's the greatest football weekend ever and the Feast is here to get you ready.     First up, a Chiefs cornerback calls his defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo "a wonder" and publicly states Spags is dialing up brand new, never before seen coverages and blitzes daily just for the playoffs.    Stan Weber previews the six NFL playoff games this weekend from a Chiefs point of view and tells us if it will be Texas or Ohio State facing Notre Dame in the title game.    Lee Sterling of www.paramountsports.com has your point spread picks and our song of the week is a famous band north of the border taking big shots at Justin Trudeau.  

Chad Greenway is on site with PA & Charch for most of the first hour, a Playoff Feast at BWWs Savage!

Vikes Bites and Playoff matchup breakdowns throughout the middle stretch!

The Athletic's Alec Lewis is at BWWs Savage with PA & Charch for most of the final hour!

Chad Greenway is on site with PA & Charch for most of the first hour, a Playoff Feast at BWWs Savage!

Vikes Bites and Playoff matchup breakdowns throughout the middle stretch!

The Athletic's Alec Lewis is at BWWs Savage with PA & Charch for most of the final hour!

“Others said, ‘He is the Messiah.’ Still others said, ‘But he can’t be! Will the Messiah come from Galilee?’” (John 7:41 NLT) The Jewish Festival of Shelters, also known as the Feast of Tabernacles, was a weeklong celebration of God’s faithfulness to the Israelites during their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land. As part of the celebration, Jewish families traveled to Jerusalem in Judea, where they stayed in temporary shelters made of branches and leaves. Jesus didn’t want to draw attention to Himself in Judea because He knew the religious leaders there were plotting to kill Him. He wasn’t afraid of them. He was simply following God’s timeline. It wasn’t time for Him to die yet. His brothers, the children of Joseph and Mary, thought that was a mistake. One of the reasons the “important” Jewish leaders rejected Jesus is that He did most of His miracles and teaching in Galilee, a region they considered unsophisticated. His brothers wanted Him to show what He could do on the big stage of Jerusalem. His brothers saw that He could work miracles, but they didn’t believe He was the Messiah. Maybe their sibling rivalry was too strong. It wasn’t until after Jesus’ resurrection that His brothers became His disciples. Jesus traveled to the festival alone to avoid making a big entrance. But He didn’t avoid making His message known. He went to the temple and began to preach—boldly and with authority. When the Jewish leaders heard Him, they were amazed and confused. He taught like a highly educated rabbi, but He had no formal training. They were more concerned about His credentials than His message. Jesus explained, “My message is not my own; it comes from God who sent me” (verse 16 NLT). In other words, “If you reject it, you reject God.” Jesus questioned why the religious leaders, who were guilty of sin, wanted to kill Him, who was sinless. He pointed out their hypocrisy. They performed circumcisions on the Sabbath, but they condemned Him for healing people on the Sabbath. Jesus’ bold confrontation left many people confused. If the religious leaders wanted Him dead, why didn’t they arrest Him? He was challenging them to their faces. Did that mean they believed He was the Messiah? On the other hand, many of these people knew who Jesus was. They knew His family. They knew where He’d come from and what He’d done for the first three decades of His life. He was one of them. They were waiting for a Messiah who was mysterious and heroic—not a local guy. And especially not a local guy from an insignificant place like Galilee. The people wanted a Messiah who checked off very specific boxes of their own making. Since Jesus didn’t check off all those boxes, they refused to believe in Him. They chose to overlook the miracles He performed and the powerful truth of His teaching. And they continued their fruitless search for their type of Messiah—one that God never promised. If we want to understand the truth about Jesus—who He is, what He did, and what He wants from and for us—we have to go straight to the source, God’s Word. We can’t rely on our own ideas or the educated guesses of others. — Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(2:10) Feast of Pope Saint Agatho – He was a successful businessman who became a monk and later pope at the age of 101. (3:07) Bible Study: 1 John 5:5-13: Jesus renewed the temple sacrifice by the shedding of his own blood. (25:24) Break 1 (26:30) Letters: What is meant by ‘His holy arm’ in the Psalm? What is the meaning behind opening of holy doors during the jubilee year? Do you think Joachim and Anne new that their daughter was conceived without original sin? (34:56) Break 2 (36:18) Word of the Day: Have (42:38) Phones: Lena - My sister has stage one cancer and I told her to get a hysterectomy to stay ahead of it. Did I commit a sin by telling her to do that? Sharon - If there is a patron saint for a specific illness does he or she hear all the prayers for that illness or only those who invoke his or her help?

Rod McNair | Recorded November 2, 2024

In this episode of Intermittent Fasting Stories, Gin talks to Deborah Ventrice from Bristol, RI.Are you ready to take your intermittent fasting lifestyle to the next level? There's nothing better than community to help with that. In the Delay, Don't Deny community we all embrace the clean fast, and there's just the right support for you as you live your intermittent fasting lifestyle. You can connect directly with Gin in the Ask Gin group, and she will answer all of your questions personally. If you're new to intermittent fasting or recommitting to the IF lifestyle, join the 28-Day FAST Start group. After your fast start, join us for support in The 1st Year group. Need tips for long term maintenance? We have a place for that! There are many more useful spaces beyond these, and you can interact in as many as you like. Visit ginstephens.com/community to join us. An annual membership costs just over a dollar a week when you do the math. If you aren't ready to fully commit for a year, join for a month and you can cancel at any time. If you know you'll want to stay forever, we also have a lifetime membership option available. IF is free. You don't need to join our community to fast. But if you're looking for support from a community of like-minded IFers, we are here for you at ginstephens.com/community. Deborah is an interior designer and a business owner. When she was a child, she suffered from lymphedema, which caused her body to retain lymphatic fluid and made her body unrecognizable. She was teased relentlessly by the other kids, and doctors only offered low calorie diets as a solution. After hospitalization for a severe illness, the lymphedema resolved itself, and when she went back to school, the other kids didn't recognize her. From that moment, she became aware of the importance of how you looked when it came to social acceptance. She ended up with a focus on body building and athletics, and maintained her muscular body for most of her adult life. After witnessing the fall of the World Trade Center buildings on 9/11, Deborah realized that she had PTSD, and her therapist helped her connect her current feelings with the way she felt as a child. Understanding those connections helped her work through those feelings.After going through surgical menopause, Deborah began gaining weight rapidly. She had maintained around 130-135 for most of her adult life, but suddenly found herself around 165. Out of desperation, she tried a low-calorie high protein program, but she knew that the ultra processed foods were not going to be the best option for her body, even though she lost weight rapidly. She knew it was unsustainable.Deborah found IF in January of 2021. At first, she wasn't fasting clean, but when she made the transition to the clean fast, it changed the whole experience for her. Initially, she lost more weight than was right for her body, because she became scale-focused and enjoyed the lower numbers she was seeing. Eventually, she recognized that she was at a lower weight than was sustainable, and she regained enough weight to end up back in a healthy weight range for her body. As she approaches semi-retirement, Deborah remains steadfast in her commitment to intermittent fasting and healthy living. Since there is a family history of heart disease, she went through a round of testing and her cardiologist called to give her the good news that her heart is extremely healthy, and she credits it to her healthy lifestyle. Her final advice to listeners is to be honest with yourself about your personal struggles and to start with clean fasting. She encourages listeners to openly share their stories to support and help one another.Check out our sponsor Zoe at ZOE.com, and use the promo code IFSTORIES10 to get 10% off your membership.Get Gin's books at: https://www.ginstephens.com/get-the-books.html. Good news! The second edition of Delay, Don't Deny is now available in ebook, paperback, hardback, and audiobook. This is the book that you'll want to start with or share with others, as it is a simple introduction to IF. It's been updated to include the clean fast, an easier to understand and more thorough description of ADF and all of your ADF options, and an all new success stories section. When shopping, make sure to get the second edition, which has a 2024 publication date. The audiobook for the second edition is available now! Join Gin's community! Go to: ginstephens.com/communityDo you enjoy Intermittent Fasting Stories? You'll probably also like Gin's other podcast with cohost Sheri Bullock: Fast. Feast. Repeat. 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