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In this episode, Brooke uncovers the one daily habit that can expand your vision and unlock creativity. She delves into the transformative power of consistently clearing your heart of bitterness, shame, and negative emotions through honest prayer and reflection, emphasizing how this practice cleanses your perspective and makes room for God's truth to flourish. Brooke shares her own journey of developing this daily rhythm, offering practical encouragement for inviting the Holy Spirit in and working from a place of overflow rather than exhaustion. Listeners are invited into a deeper understanding of living "awake"—letting go of emotional heaviness each day to lead with love, joy, and faith-driven purpose in life and business. Key Moments & Timestamps 00:14 – Honest Reflection: Journaling to understand what's truly in your heart. 01:36 – Learning and Growth: Finding lessons and opportunities in every circumstance. 02:12 – Cleansing the Heart: Addressing bitterness, shame, and other emotions that cloud vision. 03:35 – Daily Renewal: Letting go of emotional weight to see life through a clearer lens. 04:20 – Morning Habit: Committing to undistracted prayer time each day for breakthrough. 06:21 – Laying Down Pride: Regularly surrendering pride and negative emotions to stay aligned with God's purpose. Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://brookethomas.com/mastermind/    Feel Like Yourself Again, From The Inside Out If you've been navigating low energy, hormone shifts, or feeling off in your body, this is the wellness stack Brooke personally uses and recommends. Designed to support inflammation, hormones, energy, and overall vitality, this is what helped her feel strong, clear, and aligned again. Explore the stack at https://brookethomas.com/stack    Find Your People. Build With Purpose.  Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://brookethomas.com/activate    Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

Who belongs in the credits of your life?Barnabas earned the nickname “son of encouragement” because he stood beside people, saw their potential and gave them another chance. Discover what his story can teach us about the kind of encouragement that changes lives, and the kind of person we can become for others.Watch or listen to the latest message in our Find Your People series.

In this episode, the conversation focused on the transformative power of guarding your heart and aligning every area of life—especially business—with God's truth. Drawing from Proverbs 4:23, the discussion explored how unprocessed emotions like offense, bitterness, and shame can cloud vision and hinder growth. Listeners are encouraged to recognize and release these barriers, allowing God to continually renew and fill their hearts. Emphasizing the importance of faith, prayer, self-examination, and heart-to-heart connection, this episode offers encouragement and practical wisdom for women seeking to run their race with endurance, integrity, and impact. Key Moments & Timestamps 00:13 – Guiding Scripture: How God provides a theme and scripture for every event. 01:10 – The Meaning of Guarding Your Heart: Exploring Proverbs 4:23 and why everything flows from the heart. 02:44 – Releasing What Hinders: Letting go of offense, bitterness, and other burdens that cloud vision. 04:43 – True Endurance: Focusing on faith and God's strategy over the world's hustle mentality. 08:17 – Power of Words: Recognizing that words flow from the heart and create real impact. 13:09 – Heart-Driven Transformation: How character, integrity, and habits, rooted in the heart, lead to breakthrough.     Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://brookethomas.com/mastermind/    Feel Like Yourself Again, From The Inside Out If you've been navigating low energy, hormone shifts, or feeling off in your body, this is the wellness stack Brooke personally uses and recommends. Designed to support inflammation, hormones, energy, and overall vitality, this is what helped her feel strong, clear, and aligned again. Explore the stack at https://brookethomas.com/stack    Find Your People. Build With Purpose.  Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://brookethomas.com/activate    Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

Why does making friends after 50 feel so unexpectedly difficult? In this episode of Everyone Dies, we explore the reality of our changing social circles as we age. Whether caused by retirement, caregiving, or loss, discovering that your network has shrunk can feel isolating—but you are far from alone. We talk about the modern challenges of finding your community later in life, the measurable health risks of chronic loneliness, and how to intentionally take those small steps to build deep trust again. Every day is a gift. Let's learn how to find—and keep—our people:  https://bit.ly/3SXGwAeSpecial Summer Re-Release: Stick around right after this brief intro for a powerful encore of our classic episode (Season 3, Episode 31) on navigating the profound grief of when life-long friends die. Timestamps:00:00 - Intro: Why is Making Friends after 50 So Hard?00:56 - The Health Risks of Isolation and Reasons for Shrinking Friend Circles04:44 - The Power of Intentional Effort07:31 - S3E31 Intro: Friendship Rewards and Challenges15:57 - Recipe: Friendship Cake09:56 - Interview: The Grief and Coping When Your Best Friend Dies49:48 - Do I Want Another Close Friend?52:31 - How to Make New Friends01:02:14 - Outro with Words from Joseph Campbell and Emily DickensonSupport the show

In this episode, the conversation dives deep into how faith-driven leadership and discipline can fuel true success—both in business and at home. The discussion explores Katie Lober's journey as a Kingdom entrepreneur balancing luxury real estate, stewardship, and a commitment to building generational wealth without compromising values. A key theme that emerged was the transformative power of community, accountability, and surrender, especially within marriage and personal growth. Listeners are encouraged to pursue purpose, align business with faith, and take practical steps toward integrity and impact—whether through wealth-building, healthy habits, or saying yes to God's leading. With honest stories, tangible tools, and a spirit of encouragement, this episode is designed to equip and inspire women to live out their calling boldly and authentically. Key Moments & Timestamps 00:40 – Jesus in Marriage: The power of praying together and letting faith guide the household. 03:39 – Serving the One: Focusing impact on individual assignment over follower count. 06:02 – Building Kingdom Wealth: Real estate strategy and investing with integrity. 17:16 – Personal Transformation: Shifting from independence to surrender in marriage and faith. 29:55 – Discipline and Integrity: The importance of daily choices in health, fitness, and business. 35:05 – Fit for Jesus Challenge: Details on the 40-day program combining faith, fitness, and community.   Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://brookethomas.com/mastermind/    Feel Like Yourself Again, From The Inside Out If you've been navigating low energy, hormone shifts, or feeling off in your body, this is the wellness stack Brooke personally uses and recommends. Designed to support inflammation, hormones, energy, and overall vitality, this is what helped her feel strong, clear, and aligned again. Explore the stack at https://brookethomas.com/stack    Find Your People. Build With Purpose.  Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://brookethomas.com/activate    Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

Shannon (Simpson) Jones is Co-Founder of VERB, Ad Age's A-List Experiential Agency of the Year, and a 4x Cannes Lions winner. Randa sat down with her inside the Reddit activation at Cannes, which Shannon helped build, and this conversation covers all of it.What it looks like to be a Black woman building at the top of the creative industry. The real challenges, including access to capital. What it means to step outside your comfort zone. How to help other women be seen in spaces that weren't built for them. The power of community and how platforms like Reddit are giving people a way to find their people genuinely.This one is empowering, honest, and full of the kind of energy that makes you want to move.

The word "mentor" comes from a 3,000-year-old story about a journey home, and the truth that nobody makes it there alone.In week two of our summer series "Find Your People," Pastor Scotty shares the story of Scott, the friend who saw something in him thirty years ago that he couldn't see in himself. He opens Paul's final letter to Timothy, the last words of a mentor to the man he shaped, and finds six marks of the kind of person we all need in our corner.Whether you're 18 or 81, this one asks two questions worth sitting with: Who's your Paul? And who needs you to be theirs?

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In this episode, Brooke dives deep into the true meaning of confidence for women in leadership—especially when the pressure is on. She challenges the common mindset of "faking it till you make it," offering instead a rooted, faith-driven confidence that doesn't waver with outcomes or opinions. Through personal stories, scripture insights, and practical mindset shifts, Brooke Thomas explores how pressure exposes what our confidence is built on and shares actionable steps for leaders to anchor themselves in God's truth. With encouragement, wisdom, and her signature "hype girl" energy, she inspires listeners to stop measuring themselves by circumstance, lean on faith, and build unwavering confidence that lasts through every season. Key Moments & Timestamps 00:28 – Real Confidence: Why confidence isn't built on performance or approval. 02:16 – Pressure Reveals: How pressure exposes the foundation of your confidence. 03:09 – Unshakable Confidence: Ways to remain steady when leadership feels lonely. 04:48 – Trust Over Control: Letting go of certainty and trusting God instead. 09:22 – Anchored Identity: Rooting confidence in your God-given identity, not results. 13:41 – Rehearse Truth: Speaking out truth to stay rooted when pressure rises.   Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://brookethomas.com/mastermind/    Feel Like Yourself Again, From The Inside Out If you've been navigating low energy, hormone shifts, or feeling off in your body, this is the wellness stack Brooke personally uses and recommends. Designed to support inflammation, hormones, energy, and overall vitality, this is what helped her feel strong, clear, and aligned again. Explore the stack at https://brookethomas.com/stack    Find Your People. Build With Purpose.  Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://brookethomas.com/activate    Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

Sally Bridgeland, was one of the first 5 guests on this podcast back in 2020, and needs no introduction in London institutional investing circles.  Her original podcast is here:  since then there have been many exciting career updates to mention – including the fact that the chess and drama club that Sally talked about in 2020 have now made their way into their own book – entitled: Chess Club and Drama Club Building Creative and Resilient Businesses Together.   Our conversation tracks Sally's movements since our last discussion, how she finds fulfillment in so many different areas, including now her work with the Development Bank of Wales. We speak then about her insights on leadership culminating in the lessons of her book.  Why we made this:·      Sally is one of the most service-oriented professionals in the UK investment arena – never failing to bring her warmth, insights and leadership skills to a range of organizations·      Her energy is infectious and her capacity is limitless·      Her insights on culture are human, well researched and always fresh perspectives on the challenges organisations face todayThis podcast is supported by Franklin Templeton and Alvine Capital. Franklin Templeton is a global investment management firm that provides a broad range of investment solutions, including mutual funds, ETFs, alternative investments, wealth management, and technology-enabled financial services. Founded in 1947, the firm manages approximately $1.8 trillion in assets under management (AUM) and serves individual and institutional investors across more than 150 countriesFounded in 2005, Alvine Capital is a European focused private capital advisory and placement agent that provides capital raising services to investment managers. From its base in London and its office in Stockholm it creates bespoke capital raising programs that blend appropriate investor targeting and sophisticated marketing to deliver a fundraise aligned with institutional expectations

Friendship isn't something most of us are taught. We often find ourselves fumbling through the trial and error of making and keeping friends while navigating busy schedules, family responsibilities, and a culture that celebrates independence.In this top 10 replay episode, author and speaker Jennie Allen joins us to discuss why meaningful friendships can feel so difficult to build as adults. Drawing from her own experience of moving to a new city and intentionally creating a close-knit community, Jennie shares practical insights on overcoming loneliness, embracing vulnerability, and finding the people who will walk through life's highs and lows with you.We explore why new friendships often feel awkward, how shame and pain keep us from being vulnerable, and why many of us expect one or two people to meet all of our relational needs. Jennie challenges us to move beyond comfort, create a "village mentality," and become the kind of people who show up with pizza, sit in the mess, and do life together.In This Episode The difference between transparency and complaining How many hours it takes to feel like close friends How shame and pain keep us from vulnerability Jennie's "5 Miles, 5 Friends" approach to building community Why friendship requires embracing awkwardness How to create a village in today's culture The truth about disappointment, expectations, and healthy friendships Deep friendships don't happen by accident—they require intentionality Connect with Jennie Allen:  Website: Jennie Allen Facebook: Jennie Allen Instagram: Jennie Allen (@jennieallen) Links Mentioned: Find Your People: By Jennie AllenRelated Episodes: Fighting Toxic Thoughts :: Jennie Allen [Ep 272] How to Stop Shame Spirals :: Dr. Curt Thompson [Summer of Mentorship Wk 6] Redeeming Shame through Community :: Dr. Curt Thompson [Ep 308] Featured Sponsors:  Thrive Causemetics: Amplify your look with Thrive Causemetics. Go to thrivecausemetics.com/DMA to get 20% off your first order.  Hiya Health: We've worked out a special deal with Hiya. Receive 50% off your first order on any of their products. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/DMA. This deal is not available on their regular website. Get your kids the full-body support they deserve.

Contact Elli : cikovicenterprises@gmail.comRecovery literature Recommendations: Not That Kind of Girl: A Young Woman Tells You What She's"Learned" by Lena Dunham - https://a.co/d/0daESHmpDown the Drain by Julia Fox - https://a.co/d/0d95IHECThe Alchemist: A Fable About Following Your Dream by PauloCoelho - https://a.co/d/06F93OjOBest Piece of Recovery Advice: "It's OK to have aproblem! Addiction is not your fault, it's your responsibility!"Song that symbolizes recovery to Elli:Bodies W/Lyrics by Jazmine Sullivan - https://youtu.be/SQ8f3RzhWsk?si=-1bOl28KWhfnU3hqShe Talks To Angels by The Black Crowes - https://youtu.be/H58gMiQQRm0?si=eCJv4_dRCqn18IDsElli's Book- The Diary of a Twenty-Five-Year-Old Alcoholic:Cikovic, Elli Rose: 9798218820817: Amazon.com: BooksSummaryIn this candid conversation, Ellie Rose Sikovic shares herjourney of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction, the spiritual insightsgained along the way, and her plans to serve the recovery community throughwriting and advocacy. Discover how personal trauma, spiritual awakening, andcommunity support can transform lives. In this candid conversation, Elli Roseshares her journey of sobriety, the challenges of addiction, and thetransformative power of self-awareness and discipline. Discover insights on quittingweed, the importance of routines, and the role of music and literature inrecovery.Key TopicsRecovery from addiction and traumaSpiritual awakening and its role in sobrietyServing the recovery community through writing and advocacyQuitting weed and alcoholThe importance of routines in recoveryThe impact of music and literature on healing Find Your People by Drew Holcomb -https://youtu.be/yDVl3WHoymI?si=Slj2JH1CxL7Ax7ifDon't forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” available onlyon Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz?si=NC26a67vQjqw0BcgTzPmRg(c) 2015 - 2026 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved.Theme Music: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)byKetsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠) licensed under CCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

In this episode, Brooke Thomas unpacks the true nature of unshakeable confidence as you step into greater visibility and influence. She reveals why confidence often falters not from insecurity, but when we're called to be seen and lead out loud. Through honest stories and faith-driven insights, Brooke Thomas explains how visibility tests our courage, highlights the difference between necessary rest and hiding from fear, and encourages listeners to let their God-given light shine for greater impact. With practical questions and actionable next steps, this episode empowers women to activate authentic confidence, move toward the light, and boldly embrace the calling on their life and business. Key Moments & Timestamps 00:18 – Defining Real Confidence: Exploring the difference between superficial and unshakeable confidence. 01:46 – The Visibility Test: How stepping into the spotlight challenges confidence for many women. 02:32 – Personal Story: Brooke Thomas describes her first experience with public visibility and vulnerability. 04:36 – When Confidence Gets Exposed: The moment when speaking and leading out loud brings true confidence to the surface. 05:51 – Biblical Foundation: Jesus' words in Matthew 5 about being the light of the world and the call to shine publicly. 12:12 – Rest vs. Retreat: The turning point of choosing to push past fear and not dim your light for comfort.   Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://brookethomas.com/mastermind/    Feel Like Yourself Again, From The Inside Out If you've been navigating low energy, hormone shifts, or feeling off in your body, this is the wellness stack Brooke personally uses and recommends. Designed to support inflammation, hormones, energy, and overall vitality, this is what helped her feel strong, clear, and aligned again. Explore the stack at https://brookethomas.com/stack    Find Your People. Build With Purpose.  Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://brookethomas.com/activate    Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

Burk Jackson Person in long term recovery and founder of TheRecovery Bridge App. https://recoverybridge.app/Remove say that again, clean up beginning of main introSummaryBurke Jackson shares his inspiring journey through addictionand recovery, highlighting the importance of connection, the role ofspirituality, and the innovative Recovery Bridge app designed to support thosein recovery. In this inspiring interview, Burke Jackson shares his journey ofrecovery, the importance of connection, and how his innovative Recovery Bridgeapp is lowering barriers to access support. Discover practical insights,personal stories, and resources to enhance your recovery path.Key topicsThe role of connection in recoveryBurke Jackson's personal journey and milestonesDevelopment and impact of the Recovery Bridge app The role of connection in recoveryHow Recovery Bridge facilitates supportPersonal stories of sobriety and resilience Recovery literature (quit-lit) recommendation: Twelve Stepsand Twelve Traditions Book - https://www.aa.org/twelve-steps-twelve-traditions Best piece of Recovery advice: We don't have to do it alone Find Your People by Drew Holcomb - https://youtu.be/yDVl3WHoymI?si=Slj2JH1CxL7Ax7ifDon't forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist”availableonly on Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz?si=NC26a67vQjqw0BcgTzPmRg(c) 2015 - 2026 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved. ThemeMusic: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)byKetsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠)licensedunderCCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

In this episode, Brooke Thomas unpacks the truth that attacks and resistance often come before our greatest expansion. She vulnerably shares personal stories of overcoming labels, health crises, and limiting beliefs imposed by others, showing how these very challenges pointed her toward her God-given calling. Through practical encouragement and faith-driven wisdom, Brooke Thomas empowers listeners to reframe negative labels, trust God's purpose in their lives, and break free from resistance that tries to limit their impact. This episode is a call to step boldly into the areas you've been attacked, knowing that your greatest assignment—and expansion—often lies there. Key Moments & Timestamps 00:18 – Called and Challenged: Facing resistance when stepping into your calling. 01:38 – Attack at Your Highest Calling: Recognizing that opposition often targets your purpose. 06:20 – Reframing Old Labels: Transforming negative labels into empowerment and impact. 12:11 – Choosing Faith Over Fear: Trusting God's bigger plan in the face of a difficult diagnosis. 15:13 – Rejecting Limiting Beliefs: Challenging the idea that you must choose between motherhood and business. 19:07 – The Power of Community: Understanding why connection and building relationships matter.   Breakthrough Call Replay: https://brookethomas.com/activate-whats-next/   Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://brookethomas.com/mastermind/    Feel Like Yourself Again, From The Inside Out If you've been navigating low energy, hormone shifts, or feeling off in your body, this is the wellness stack Brooke personally uses and recommends. Designed to support inflammation, hormones, energy, and overall vitality, this is what helped her feel strong, clear, and aligned again. Explore the stack at https://brookethomas.com/stack    Find Your People. Build With Purpose.  Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://brookethomas.com/activate    Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16814&preview=true) Networking doesn't have to feel transactional or awkward. On this episode of Find Your Dream Job, career counselor Leah Payne shares why the best networking happens when you follow your interests. When you show up to events and communities that matter to you, you'll meet people who care about the same things, and genuine connections will follow.Leah walks through helpful strategies for connecting with your community: joining professional associations, using LinkedIn's alumni search filters, and asking people in your network for referrals. In every conversation, she says to lead with curiosity, not an agenda. The relationships you build today may not pay off for months, but they can make a difference down the road.About Our Guest:Leah Payne is a career counselor at Portland State University.Resources in This Episode:Connect with Leah on LinkedIn.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this special Queen's Table Part 2 episode, Brooke Thomas is joined by powerhouse women from her Queen's Table mastermind for a rapid-fire, real-talk panel on leadership, faith, and building businesses with purpose. The conversation dives into the risks these women have taken, the pivotal moments that shaped their journeys, and the importance of investing in personal healing and growth. Candidly sharing the challenges of loneliness in leadership, the discipline of saying no to distractions, and the value of relationships over quick wins, each guest offers actionable wisdom and encouragement for women determined to step into their God-given callings. Packed with authenticity, practical advice, and uplifting stories, this episode is a reminder of what's possible when women champion each other and pursue the long game—in business, faith, and life.   Key Moments & Timestamps 00:57 – Rapid Fire Insight: The panel commits to real, unpolished answers about building success. 02:28 – Risking It All: Dr. Karen Lee Diaz shares the power of choosing not to play small in leadership. 04:14 – Hiring the Right People: Colleen Bedard reveals her direct approach to finding and letting go of team members. 07:04 – Investing in Healing: Tracy Duhan emphasizes the importance of personal healing before strategy. 12:52 – Leadership Lesson: Tina Joy Carroll explains why you can't pour from an empty cup. 15:57 – Right On Time: Tina Joy Carroll encourages women not to compare themselves or feel behind, but to focus on God's timing.       Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://brookethomas.com/mastermind/    Feel Like Yourself Again, From The Inside Out If you've been navigating low energy, hormone shifts, or feeling off in your body, this is the wellness stack Brooke personally uses and recommends. Designed to support inflammation, hormones, energy, and overall vitality, this is what helped her feel strong, clear, and aligned again. Explore the stack at https://brookethomas.com/stack    Find Your People. Build With Purpose.  Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://brookethomas.com/activate    Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

Jay and young Paco perform gigs on the road together and develop a bond. Paco is the Bonfire videographer as well as a new comedian and Jay is more than happy to give him advice about the business. Bob's urges him to be just like Jo Koy and cater to his Asian audience. | Jay is currently watching "Dutton Ranch" which is the spin-off of "Yellowstone" and has a problem with the Shakespearean dialogue. | Comic Rich Vos visits his motherland and posts pictures of himself reading by the Wailing Wall. | Bobby declares that Joe Rogan was his comedy hero when he was just starting out in stand-up. *To hear the full show to go www.siriusxm.com/bonfire to learn more! FOLLOW THE CREW ON SOCIAL MEDIA: @thebonfiresxm @louisjohnson @christinemevans @bigjayoakerson @robertkellylive @louwitzkee @jjbwolf Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Bonfire ad-free and a whole week early.  Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this special edition of Live Out Loud, Brooke Thomas and Tresa Todd bring together top members of the Queen's Table mastermind for a raw and inspiring panel conversation. These powerhouse, faith-driven female entrepreneurs share candid stories about hitting rock bottom, building legacy businesses, and the mindsets and decisions that changed everything. The panel dives into themes of resilience, surrender, and the power of connecting with other faith-based women, revealing how God's guidance and authentic sisterhood fuel their success. With transparent insights and encouragement, this episode challenges listeners to embrace possibility, pursue their purpose, and surround themselves with women who champion faith and impact. Key Moments & Timestamps 00:30 – Introducing the Queen's Table: Brooke Thomas welcomes powerhouse faith-driven women entrepreneurs to the panel. 02:09 – First Million Story: Martha Mazor shares how she went from broke at 28 to millionaire at 32. 06:31 – Major Life Pivot: Gilda Green describes leaving Wall Street to follow God's higher calling. 10:45 – Building from Scratch: Katie Lober recounts growing her finances from $12,000 to eight figures in five years. 13:06 – Shifting to Abundance Mindset: Katie Lober explains letting go of fear and acting from faith in business. 15:51 – Redefining Female Success: Martha Mazor discusses how this faith-filled group operates with encouragement, not competition.     Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://brookethomas.com/mastermind/    Feel Like Yourself Again, From The Inside Out If you've been navigating low energy, hormone shifts, or feeling off in your body, this is the wellness stack Brooke personally uses and recommends. Designed to support inflammation, hormones, energy, and overall vitality, this is what helped her feel strong, clear, and aligned again. Explore the stack at https://brookethomas.com/stack    Find Your People. Build With Purpose.  Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://brookethomas.com/activate    Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

Pastor Gary Dawkins continues the message series with a sermon on building true friendships like the friends of the man who was paralyzed in Mark, with faith they brought him to his healing through Jesus.

In this episode, Brooke is interviewed by Adrienne Raptis at the iconic Raptis Rare Bookstore in Palm Beach, sharing her inspiring journey of merging faith and business. Brooke opens up about how her cancer diagnosis sparked the birth of the Live Out Loud movement, highlighting the power of using your voice, declaring truth, and activating what God has placed inside of you. She dives into her signature activation system—faith, network, habits, skills, and business—and the importance of surrounding yourself with women who build each other up. With practical wisdom on leaving a legacy, the irreplaceable value of in-person connection, and speaking life over yourself and others, this episode encourages listeners to boldly pursue their purpose and let faith lead the way in every area of life. Key Moments & Timestamps 00:12 – Faith in Business: Making God the CEO and integrating faith into work. 01:49 – Live Out Loud Origin: Brooke shares her cancer survival story and how it sparked her mission. 05:08 – Power of Declarations: Using spoken truth and biblical affirmations to break fear and spark healing. 09:23 – Speaking Life: The importance of building up women and choosing positive words over discouragement. 16:06 – Activation System: Outlining faith, habits, network, skills, and business as the core to growth. 21:43 – Value of Connection: Brooke emphasizes irreplaceable power of in-person gatherings for women.   Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://brookethomas.com/mastermind/    Feel Like Yourself Again, From The Inside Out If you've been navigating low energy, hormone shifts, or feeling off in your body, this is the wellness stack Brooke personally uses and recommends. Designed to support inflammation, hormones, energy, and overall vitality, this is what helped her feel strong, clear, and aligned again. Explore the stack at https://brookethomas.com/stack    Find Your People. Build With Purpose.  Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://brookethomas.com/activate    Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

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In this episode, Brooke reveals the true meaning of "living out loud" by sharing her personal testimony of overcoming a life-altering cancer diagnosis and choosing faith over fear. She unpacks what it looks like to live in alignment with God's purpose, breaking through the barrier between knowing your calling and actively stepping into it. Brooke addresses the common struggles of high-achieving women who feel called but hesitate to move forward, emphasizing that clarity and confidence come from action, not waiting. Through wisdom, encouragement, and faith-driven mindset shifts, this episode calls listeners to awaken what's inside of them, activate their impact, and boldly pursue their God-given purpose—because the world is waiting for you to decide to live out loud. Key Moments & Timestamps 00:00 – Life-Changing Diagnosis: Brooke Thomas shares her cancer diagnosis at 26 and the pivotal choice to trust in God. 01:24 – Defining Live Out Loud: Brooke explains the true meaning behind the movement — living in alignment, not just being louder. 02:24 – Choosing Purpose: Brooke describes the decision to reject fear, step into purpose, and refuse to partner with the spirit of death. 04:14 – Awakening Potential: Brooke  urges listeners to awaken what's inside them and explains that clarity comes from taking action. 06:27 – Power of Community: Brooke highlights the transformation and support found in the Live Out Loud network. 09:07 – Call to Activate: Brooke encourages listeners to stop waiting, take responsibility, and activate their impact for the next generation.   Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://BrookeThomas.com/Mastermind    Feel Like Yourself Again, From The Inside Out If you've been navigating low energy, hormone shifts, or feeling off in your body, this is the wellness stack Brooke personally uses and recommends. Designed to support inflammation, hormones, energy, and overall vitality, this is what helped her feel strong, clear, and aligned again. Explore the stack at https://brookethomas.com/stack    Find Your People. Build With Purpose. Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://BrookeThomas.com/Activate Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

Damon's brother in law's brother in law Samson Tang is this week's gues on the pod! Samson shares a little bit about himself, and his family, then we discuss some of his experiences as a long term missionary in China. Now States bound, Samson then talks about some of the things that the Lord has been leading him in this new season. Check out this fun episode! ---------------- Here is the link for the book Screens and Teens that was referenced in this episode https://a.co/d/05XfLISo ---------------- Don't forget that you can listen and subscribe to the Engage to Flourish Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube Music!

In this uplifting episode, Claire joins Brooke to pull back the curtain on the real results, growth, and sisterhood thriving inside the Live Out Loud Network. Together, they share inspiring stories of women who have doubled their revenue, formed strategic partnerships, and experienced life-changing breakthroughs in business and community. The conversation highlights the authentic culture of collaboration, accountability, and generosity that sets this mastermind apart, emphasizing the importance of knowing your numbers, supporting each other, and living fully awake to your God-given calling. With genuine emotion, laughter, and wisdom, this episode invites listeners to step boldly into environments that nurture impact, expansion, and authentic relationships. Key Moments & Timestamps 00:58 – Real Results: Tracking and measuring growth inside Live Out Loud. 03:11 – $10 Million Milestone: Reported revenue from mastermind members. 06:10 – Acceleration of Growth: Doubling revenue from $7M to over $16M in a year. 11:21 – Radical Collaboration: Over 50 tracked collaborations and partnerships among members. 22:37 – Powerful Member Wins: $100,000 profit months and stories of revenue increase. 29:38 – Overcoming Fear: A member leaves a retreat with 11 new clients and a 70% business increase.   Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://BrookeThomas.com/Mastermind    Feel Like Yourself Again, From The Inside Out If you've been navigating low energy, hormone shifts, or feeling off in your body, this is the wellness stack Brooke personally uses and recommends. Designed to support inflammation, hormones, energy, and overall vitality, this is what helped her feel strong, clear, and aligned again. Explore the stack at https://brookethomas.com/stack    Find Your People. Build With Purpose. Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://BrookeThomas.com/Activate   Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://BrookeThomas.com/Mastermind    Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

In this episode, Brooke and Claire dive deep into the realities of confidence struggles that often emerge right before stepping into our highest calling. They candidly share personal stories and practical wisdom on overcoming fear, intimidation, and the lies that hold us back—revealing how these attacks can actually signal the brink of breakthrough. Through their conversation, the importance of community, faith-filled mentorship, and intentionally replacing old labels with God-given truth come to life. Listeners are encouraged to embrace vulnerability, recognize the power of supportive networks, and accept that feeling challenged is often a sign of stepping into multiplication and a new level of leadership. Key Moments & Timestamps 00:00 – The Confidence Test: Brooke explains why fear and self-doubt surge right before big opportunities. 02:41 – Audience of One: Brooke shares how shifting focus from others' opinions to God built her true confidence. 04:48 – The Lies We Believe: Claire and Brooke highlight how even high-achieving women are held back by feelings of inadequacy. 13:38 – Replacing Old Labels: Brooke discusses the power of reframing negative labels with God-given identity. 27:12 – Healing in Community: The life-changing support and vulnerability found at Live Out Loud retreats. 49:22 – Stepping Into Your Next Level: Encouragement from Brooke to move forward through confidence challenges and trust your calling.     Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://BrookeThomas.com/Mastermind    Feel Like Yourself Again, From The Inside Out If you've been navigating low energy, hormone shifts, or feeling off in your body, this is the wellness stack Brooke personally uses and recommends. Designed to support inflammation, hormones, energy, and overall vitality, this is what helped her feel strong, clear, and aligned again. Explore the stack at https://brookethomas.com/stack    Find Your People. Build With Purpose. Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://BrookeThomas.com/Activate   Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://BrookeThomas.com/Mastermind    Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2036: Nick Loper explores the powerful impact of surrounding yourself with like-minded people and how that sense of belonging can fuel creativity, motivation, and growth. He shares practical ways to discover supportive communities, from online forums to masterminds, while emphasizing that success is rarely achieved alone. Tapping into the right network can elevate both your mindset and your results. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.sidehustlenation.com/find-your-people/ Quotes to ponder: "When you're with your people, there's a collective energy that's hard to describe." "Sometimes connecting with people with the same interests and going through the same challenges can be just the ticket you need to spark some creative energy and make something happen." "It's about finding your people and working toward success as a group." Episode references: Think and Grow Rich: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Napoleon-Hill/dp/1585424331 World Domination Summit: https://worlddominationsummit.com/ Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feeling alone in your role as an early childhood educator… even when you're surrounded by others?In this short episode of The Everything ECE Podcast, Carla Ward reflects on a powerful takeaway from The Everything ECE Summit: so many educators are craving connection with people who truly get it.If you've ever felt unsupported, unseen, or like no one fully understands the work you do, this episode is your reminder that you are not alone, and that finding your people in ECE is possible.Carla shares 5 simple, real-life ways to build meaningful connections beyond your workplace, from online communities to social media conversations to in-person events.This is a quick listen with a big message: you deserve support in this profession.In this episode:Why so many educators are feeling alone (even in busy environments)The importance of finding like-minded educators5 practical ways to build your ECE communityA reminder that connection doesn't just happen, sometimes you have to start itSUBSCRIBE & REVIEWIf you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review. Your support helps us reach more ECEs who are in the thick of it!. Thanks for tuning in to The Everything ECE.  See you next week! shape their early years.CONNECT WITH CARLAThe ECE Latte LoungeEmail Newsletter: ⁠⁠Click Here⁠Website: carlatheece.comInstagram: @carlatheece

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In this episode, Brooke dives into the often-overlooked challenge of identity drift and how comparison can quietly undermine your voice and purpose as a faith-driven entrepreneur. She emphasizes the importance of building from conviction rather than trends, and offers practical questions to help you realign your business and life with your true calling. Brooke shares her personal journey and biblical encouragement, highlighting the freedom and clarity that comes from being original, staying rooted in integrity, and serving an audience of one. With honest reflection and actionable steps, this episode is a powerful reminder that your unique voice and assignment matter—now more than ever. Timestamps:  00:16 – Identity Drift: How comparison causes capable women to lose their unique voice. 02:14 – Building from Conviction: Why building from comparison, not conviction, is a major threat to leadership integrity today. 03:42 – Trends vs. Assignment: The dangers of following trends and inheriting their short lifespan, versus building something lasting from personal calling. 06:35 – Losing Yourself: Brooke Thomas shares her personal experience realizing she didn't know who she was because she tried to be what others wanted. 13:40 – True Integrity: Why integrity in business is about alignment and only promising what you're truly called to deliver. 19:07 – Practical Assignment: Action steps to clarify your unique calling and release the pressure of comparison.   Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://BrookeThomas.com/Mastermind    One Day. One Room. One Yes Can Change Everything. Join Brooke Thomas in Dallas on April 23rd for a powerful one-day experience where faith-driven female leaders gather for bold strategy, high-level networking, and breakthrough clarity. When the right women gather, God moves. This event is selling out fast - only 8 tickets left! Save your seat at https://BrookeThomas.com/Dallas    Find Your People. Build With Purpose. Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://BrookeThomas.com/Activate   Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://BrookeThomas.com/Mastermind    Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

In this episode, Brooke reframes hard seasons in business as opportunities for growth and endurance, rather than setbacks. She shares candid insights on how lasting businesses aren't built by intensity but by resilience and steadfastness, and draws from scripture—particularly the book of James—to highlight the value of endurance in leadership. Brooke unpacks the importance of language, mindset, and staying grounded under pressure, offering practical advice for remaining confident and unwavering through challenges. Listeners are encouraged to examine the stories they tell themselves, adopt a zero-tolerance policy for discouraging language, and lean on faith as they play the long game in business. With a closing prayer, this episode is designed to uplift and empower women to cultivate endurance, confidence, and leadership that lasts.   Timestamps:  01:12 – Business Observation: Brooke Thomas reframes hard seasons in business as skill-building, not setbacks. 02:31 – Endurance Over Intensity: Sharing how lasting businesses are built by endurance, not just intense bursts of energy or effort. 05:09 – Endurance Under Pressure: Defining how endurance grows in challenging times and is the key to staying strong in business. 10:05 – Confidence Collapse: Addressing how premature discouragement, not lack of ability, is one of the biggest challenges for women leaders. 17:22 – Power of Words: Explaining how disciplined language impacts confidence, leadership, and the atmosphere of your business. 24:55 – Zero Tolerance Policy: Encouraging the creation of a zero tolerance policy for negative language to strengthen leadership and business culture.   Resources: Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://BrookeThomas.com/Mastermind    One Day. One Room. One Yes Can Change Everything. Join Brooke Thomas in Dallas on April 23rd for a powerful one-day experience where faith-driven female leaders gather for bold strategy, high-level networking, and breakthrough clarity. When the right women gather, God moves. This event is selling out fast! Save your seat at https://BrookeThomas.com/Dallas    Find Your People. Build With Purpose. Activate Your Impact is where faith-driven women stop building alone and start building together. Access monthly teaching, live coaching, and a network of women who are moving in the same direction you are. This is what keeps you plugged in, growing, and activated between the big moments. Join today at https://BrookeThomas.com/Activate   Building at a high level but craving deeper alignment? The Elite Mastermind is a 12-month, faith-fueled business mastermind for high-achieving women who refuse to choose between business excellence and their faith. Join Kingdom-minded leaders for luxury in-person retreats, monthly coaching with Brooke Thomas, and a powerful network that will expand your vision, revenue, and impact. When you lead with God as your CEO, anything is possible.  Apply at https://BrookeThomas.com/Mastermind    Activate Your Impact! There's a version of you God is waiting to activate. This book will show you how to step boldly into your calling with unshakable faith and build a life and business that honors Him.  Get your copy and special bonuses at https://brookethomas.com/book 

When Shannon Watts created Moms Demand Action in 2012, her intention was to give moms a way to take action on gun violence. Since then, she hasn't just seen concrete results like stronger gun laws and closed loopholes. She's seen the transformative power of getting together in person around shared values.Shannon wrote about this idea in her recent book, Fired Up. She explained that there's a spark within all of us, a catalyst for our life's meaning and joy. And when many sparks all ignite at once, what do you get? A bonfire.The idea immediately resonated with so many women that they began forming their own groups — called Bonfires — in their local communities.If you've been following Red Wine & Blue for a while, this may all sound familiar to you. Women? Forming local groups? Around shared values? Connecting in person? Making a difference? Sounds like what the Red Wine & Blue Network is all about!And because Katie Paris and Shannon Watts are collaborative and strategic women, they weren't offended or territorial. They wanted to work together! So Bonfire and the Red Wine & Blue Network are teaming up to share what we've all learned and support women who want to start Bonfire or Network groups in their town.If you want to learn more about how it works, you can join us for a live virtual event on Monday, March 30th at 7:30pm Eastern. Yes, we see the irony of holding a virtual event to help women find in-person connections.

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What if the ache you carry—the insecurity, the anxiety, the quiet sense of being “not enough”—is rooted in a lie you didn't even know you believed? In today's episode, Stasi welcomes Jennie Allen to share about the incredible moves of God on college campuses and then from her new book The Lie You Don't Know You Believe, inviting us into a hope-filled conversation about the freedom Jesus offers when we bring our agreements into His light. There is a deeper Truth spoken over your life than any lie gripping you from the enemy. Come be reminded: God is on the move, you are captivating to Him, and freedom is closer than you think.…..SHOW NOTES:…..VERSES: 1 John 4:19 (NIV) – We love because he first loved us.Romans 8:1 (NIV) – Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.Luke 7:47 (NIV) – Therefore, I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven—as her great love has shown. But whoever has been forgiven little loves little.Revelation 12:11 (NIV) – They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death.John 10:10 (NIV) – The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.John 8:32 (NIV) – Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.Romans 2:4 (NIV) – Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God's kindness is intended to lead you to repentance? …..JENNIE ALLEN Jennie's newest book, The Lie You Don't Know You Believe: How to Find It, Fight It, and Live Free: https://amzn.to/4qTyPGCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennieallen/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenniesallenTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jenniesallenYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jennieallenPodcast: https://www.jennieallen.com/podcastFind Jennie's books and resources here: https://www.jennieallen.com/ If:Gathering:  https://www.ifgathering.com/Gather25: https://www.gather25.com/BIOJennie Allen is a Bible teacher, author, podcast host and visionary leader. As the founder of IF:Gathering and Gather25, a vision to mobilize the global Church, Jennie has devoted her life to disciple a generation to see revival across the globe. Jennie has written three New York Times bestsellers, Untangle Your Emotions, Find Your People, and Get Out of Your Head, inspiring millions to experience freedom in Christ and connection with others. Jennie holds a master's degree in Biblical Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Dallas, Texas, with her husband, Zac, and their four children.…..Don't Miss Out on the Next Episode—Subscribe for FreeSubscribe using your favorite podcast app:YouTube – https://wahe.art/4h8DelLSpotify Podcasts – https://wahe.art/496zdfnApple Podcasts – https://apple.co/42E0oZ1 Amazon Music & Audible – https://amzn.to/3M9u6hJ

This month we are focusing on Habit 2: Vision & Goal Setting.My goal is to help you build habits peacefully so that you can impact your world powerfully.In the Hello Mornings Daily Podcast, I share a simple tip based on our monthly theme and then I close the podcast with our 3-Minute Morning Routine.THE 3-MINUTE MORNINGGod Time: Pray Psalm 143: 8 (Minute 1)Plan Time: Prayerfully Review Your Calendar  (Minute 2)Move Time: Take 5-10 Deep Breaths (Minute 3)That's it! Adjust as needed and use as your pathway to a growing morning habit!Want to go deeper with our workshops, journals, Bible Studies and accountability ? Join The Hello Mornings Academy, where we help Christian women build habits and reach goals peacefully so they can impact their world powerfully.GOODIES: Click here to download our FREE morning routine goodies.COMMUNITY: Click here to learn more about the Hello Mornings Academy.BOOK: Click here to get the Hello Mornings BookCheering you on,❤️ Kat Lee   

Anna Runkle is a trauma-survivor turned coach and educator, best known under the moniker The Crappy Childhood Fairy.  Her work focuses on helping adults who grew up with childhood trauma — particularly what she calls Childhood PTSD (or complex PTSD stemming from early life stress) — to understand their symptoms, regulate their nervous systems, and build more fulfilling lives. Anna's work has attracted a large following, her great YouTube channel in particular has just under 1 million followers.   She hosts a podcast, The Crappy Childhood Fairy Podcast with Anna Runkle, available on Spotify and other platforms. She has authored books such as Re-Regulated: Set Your Life Free from Childhood PTSD and the Trauma-Driven Behaviours That Keep You Stuck. Her new book CONNECTABILITY: Heal the Hidden Ways You Isolate, Find Your People, And Feel (At Last) Like You Below from Hay House is available now.    Timestamps (may vary by 2-4 minutes based on your podcast platform) 03:11 Introduction to Trauma and Healing 06:00 Understanding Complex PTSD 09:11 The Role of Positive Action in Healing 12:19 Differentiating Between Abuse and Neglect 15:05 The Impact of Early Trauma on Adult Relationships 18:20 Emotional Flashbacks and Their Effects 21:08 Techniques for Managing Dysregulation 23:56 The Importance of Self-Awareness in Healing 33:04 The Therapeutic Power of Writing 35:25 Transformative Techniques for Healing 38:44 Navigating Emotional Dysregulation 42:20 The Process of Letting Go 49:19 Overcoming the Fear of Judgment   (Website) https://crappychildhoodfairy.com/   (Facebook) www.facebook.com/CrappyChildhoodFairy/   (Youtube) www.youtube.com/@crappychildhoodfairy   (Instagram) www.instagram.com/crappychildhoodfairy/ (twitter) CrappyChildhoodFairy (@CChildhoodFairy) / X  

On this episode Pastor Rick and Shannon McKee (Care Director) talk about friendship, its importance, and how to go about doing it well. Find Your People: https://tinyurl.com/mpuj4sm6. Made for People: https://tinyurl.com/2jjh672v.

As we enter day 4 of sweeping power outages across the city, more resources are coming on line for folks who need them. But is it enough? We've got the latest on our winter storm disaster, plus: After spending days trapped — and in many cases, freezing — in our homes, we're gonna be looking for ways to connect once the ice melts. Sarah Beth Schulte from The Tip Jar Nash joins host Marie Cecile Anderson to give us her advice on how to find your people here in Music City, from meetups for introverts to the best dating events.  Report power outages to NES by texting OUT to 637797. Please reserve 911 for emergencies, including downed power lines. For everything else, call 311 or visit hubNashville.  Metro has opened emergency warming locations at fire stations and community centers. These will be open 24/7. Bring what you need to stay as long as you need. To request a ride to a warming shelter, call 615-401-1712. Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Everyone needs their people. Scripture is filled with them—Adam had his partner, David his mighty men, Esther her mentor, Paul his companions, and even Jesus surrounded Himself with friends when facing the cross. Isolation makes us vulnerable, but community makes us resilient. Like a herd protecting its own, the church becomes the place where faith is guarded, sharpened, and sustained. The enemy isolates; Jesus gathers. Jesus steps into this fractured world and forms a people. He calls disciples into shared life, sends them two by two, and builds His church as a gathered body. Faith flourishes in community because community reflects the very nature of God Himself. Jesus calls us to something better: a church where burdens are shared, hope is reinforced, and discipleship is lived side-by-side.

A late-night encounter with a fantasy novel lit the fuse, and Richie Billing walked away from law to chase the kind of storytelling that steals your sleep. We sit down with Richie to unpack the leap, the grind, and the systems that make a modern writing life possible without the smoke and mirrors. If you've wondered how authors really pay the bills, this candid, generous conversation gives you the roadmap and the reality check.We get specific about the money. Richie breaks down why per-book royalties rarely add up, how crowded discount markets distort expectations, and why volume alone can't be the goal. Instead, he shows how to find your readers by leaning into comparisons, build a list with SEO that quietly compounds, and use honest, relationship-first emails to turn casual subscribers into committed fans. He also opens up about Patreon: simple tiers, low friction pricing, and benefits designed for how people actually read—downloadable ebooks, immersive web readers, and bonus audio—so support becomes recurring, not a one-off.The creative experiments are wild and smart. Richie explains how he self-published a novella with an original soundtrack—QR codes in print and tappable links in ebooks—where each character's theme mirrors their emotional arc. He also shares “local-first” marketing tactics, from community events to QR stickers that cut through online noise. We dig into his podcast playbook, the real limits of monetizing audio without scale, and the crucial shift from making content for writers to serving readers who will buy your fiction. Along the way, we talk about writing routines around full-time work, class barriers in publishing, and why a weekly web novel can blend drafting, feedback, and momentum.Don't miss this fascinating episode, filled with golden nuggets.Have a comment? Text me! Support the show

On today's episode, we welcome Jen Hardell, Founder & CEO of Subourbon Life — the bourbon-based ready-to-drink cocktail brand redefining how—and when—America's native spirit is enjoyed.Jen is a visionary founder with deep operational experience in consumer and spirits businesses. With Subourbon Life, she identified a clear gap in the fast-growing RTD category: while vodka and tequila dominated shelves, bourbon lacked a lighter, more social, lifestyle-forward expression. She set out to change that by creating non-carbonated bourbon cocktails made with real aged bourbon, thoughtfully sourced ingredients, and a strong emphasis on community through the brand's “Find Your People” philosophy.In this episode, Jen shares how she translated operational rigor into building a founder-led spirits brand, the challenges of bringing an RTD bourbon from concept to shelf, and how Subourbon Life balances quality, consistency, and scalability in a crowded market. From flavor development and branding to distribution and leadership, this conversation offers valuable insight for founders, operators, and anyone curious about innovation in CPG and spirits. Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks. To learn more about Jen Hardell and Subourbon Life:https://www.subourbonlife.comhttps://www.instagram.com/drinksubourbonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-hardell-287715334/ Sponsored By:LinkedIn Jobs - Head to LinkedIn.com/KaraGoldin to post your job for free.Odoo - Discover how Odoo can take your business to the next level, by visiting Odoo.comAcorns - Head to Acorns.com/KARA or download the Acorns app to get started.Fora - Become a Fora Advisor today at ForaTravel.com/karagoldinBilt - Join the loyalty program for renters at JoinBilt.com/KARAGOLDIN Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/786

"People like to go where they're happy to be seen." Notable Moments [01:19] Why people want to go where they feel welcome [04:29] Making your people the brand [06:49] Reliability as a leadership advantage [10:28] Reducing turnover by focusing on how people feel [15:49] The responsibility that comes with caring deeply Great leaders don't try to serve everyone. They find their people and take care of them. In this episode, Lee Cockerell and returning guest Liz Wilcox, an entrepreneur and email marketing educator known for building a people-first business. They explore how knowing your audience, simplifying your work, and showing up consistently builds trust and long-term success. Read my blog for more from this episode.  Resources CockerellStore.com The Cockerell Academy About Lee Cockerell Mainstreet Leader Jody Maberry Travel Guidance Magical Vacation Planners are my preferred travel advisors. Reach out to have them help plan your next vacation. You can reach them at 407-442-2694.    

I'm one of millions of women specifically trying to parent themselves while parenting children… and it can be seriously exhausting. And when childhood trauma still comes back to haunt us in midlife and beyond, life can feel impossible.  That's why I've invited trauma expert Anna Runkle on for this powerful episode to help unpack why so many midlife women are still impacted by old trauma, and how that buried stress shows up in our bodies.  We dive into the hidden ways trauma can lead us to isolate, dysregulate our nervous system, and disrupt key hormones like cortisol, dopamine, and serotonin.  Anna and I break down how this cascade of stress and deregulation can spark inflammation, oxidative stress, blood-sugar swings, and even contribute to autoimmune issues that so many women face.  But most importantly, Anna shares simple, compassionate tools to help regulate your nervous system and finally begin healing the deeper patterns driving overwhelm in midlife.  Ready to feel more grounded in this season of life? Hit play and listen now! Anna Runkle Anna Runkle is the creator of the popular YouTube channel, blog, courses, and coaching programs that provide tools for adults to heal dysregulation and other common trauma symptoms, helping them feel better and change their lives. Anna's methods were developed through research, her mentoring of hundreds of individuals over the years, and her direct experience healing her own symptoms of early trauma. She's the author of Re-Regulated: Set Your Life Free from Childhood PTSD and the Trauma-Driven Behaviors That Keep You Stuck and Connectability: Heal the Hidden Ways You Isolate, Find Your People, and Feel (At Last) Like You Belong.  IN THIS EPISODE Understanding nervous system deregulation  How Anna learned to adapt after childhood trauma  Symptoms that can manifest from over-functioning  How to manage stressors and stay regulated day to day  Top ways we can start to regulate, especially when deregulated  How connection can be a huge tool for healing  Free resources and where you can find more from Anna!  QUOTES“All these weird symptoms that I had… It's neurological dysregulation. It's really normal. Everybody gets dysregulated sometimes, but those of us who are traumatized as kids are often more prone to it. It happens more easily. It's more intense. It's harder to get out of.” “Early trauma is very strongly correlated later in life with high rates of cancer, diabetes, heart disease, autoimmune disorders, reproductive disorders, just about everything bad.” “Those three things– dysregulation, disconnection, and self-defeating behavior– those are the things that can just take you out and keep you stuck in trauma forever. So the good news is you can learn to reregulate.” RESOURCES MENTIONED Order Anna's Book: CONNECTABILITY: Heal the Hidden Ways You Isolate, Find Your People, And Feel (At Last) Like You Belong HERE Order Anna's other book: Re-Regulated: Set Your Life Free from Childhood PTSD and the Trauma-Driven Behaviors That Keep You Stuck HERE Anna's Website Anna Runkle on YouTube Anna Runkle on Instagram RELATED EPISODES  681: The Biology of Trauma: How Stress Gets Stored in Your Body (and Passed On to Your Kids) and How You Can Start To Heal with Dr. Aimie Apigian #629: Unlocking Emotional Resilience with Awareness, Lifestyle and Tools to Regulate Your Stress Triggers with Dr. Drew Ramsey 685: End Emotional Outsourcing: Break Free from Codependency, Perfectionism & People-Pleasing with Beatriz Albina #308: What Is Trauma and How Does It Make Us Sick? with Dr. Elena Villanueva

Anna Runkle, aka @CrappyChildhoodFairy, joins Paul to share her experience of growing up in a commune, living with CPTSD, and finding new ways to heal when talk therapy wasn't working. Look for her new book Connectability: Heal the Hidden Ways You Isolate, Find Your People and Feel (At Last) Like You Belong.For more about Anna: https://crappychildhoodfairy.com https://www.youtube.com/@crappychildhoodfairy https://www.instagram.com/crappychildhoodfairy/ https://www.facebook.com/CrappyChildhoodFairy/ https://twitter.com/cchildhoodfairy https://www.hayhouse.com/shop-by-topic/relationships/parenting/connectability-hardcover?srsltid=AfmBOop3l4ofaw9DeUdvL23mV2AhKbiznZ3InNUl4I6eKHklyLKNMhAQ https://www.hayhouse.com/re-regulated-hardcover?srsltid=AfmBOoqaOonBYV6agjPSXfIEftToqSPXLocThpF0OcqUmEBB25om6bHHPaul mentioned a book that a listener recommended called A World Made By Hand by James Howard Kuntsler.Paul also mentioned a new podcast called Brain Stories. You can find it at www.BrainStoriesProductions.comThis episode is sponsored Quince. Go to www.Quince.com/mental for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too.This episode is sponsored by NOCD. If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/mentalpodIf you're interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG @ShapedFurniture or visit the website www.shapedfurniture.com WAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via Apple Podcasts (or whatever player you use). It costs nothing. It's extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2Spread the word via social media. It costs nothing.Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and Instagram are both @Mentalpod Become a much-needed Patreon monthly-donor (with occasional rewards) for as little as $1/month at www.Patreon.com/mentalpod Become a one-time or monthly donor via PayPal at https://mentalpod.com/donateYou can also donate via Zelle (make payment to mentalpod@gmail.com) To donate via Venmo make payment to @Mentalpod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When bestselling author and IF:Gathering founder Jennie Allen sits down with Ginny, they go straight at the question nearly everyone's asking but few will admit out loud: How do I make friends—real ones—right now? Jennie unpacks why today's parents are living through a “fast loneliness” era how mixed-age friendships grow resilient kids, and why neediness isn't a flaw but instead, it's the doorway to community. From her Find Your People research to simple rules like “five friends within five miles,” Jennie offers repeatable steps that work: initiate even when it's awkward, gather around a fire when you can, and stop waiting to be chosen. We talk about conflict and why you can't build depth without it) the mental-health crisis for kids and adults, and how shared purpose, outdoor time, and everyday togetherness (walks, Costco runs, carpool rides) builds strong bonds. If you've ever thought, I'm too busy, too late, too new in town, this conversation hands you a plan you can use tonight. Tap in, take notes, and then text someone to come over. Friends are made, not found. Links: Jennie Allen — Find Your People Jennie Allen — Get Out of Your Head (for grown-ups): Jennie Allen — What to Do with Your Whirly-Swirly Thoughts (for kids): IF:Gathering: https://www.ifgathering.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Everything Is the Best, I sit down with Crappy Childhood Fairy—aka Anna Runkle—to talk about practical recovery for adults who grew up with chaos, neglect, or inconsistency. We get specific about how trauma shows up in daily life (overreacting, shutdowns, people-pleasing, money and relationship spirals) and how to interrupt those patterns with simple, repeatable tools.Anna—an Oakland resident and Berkeley native—has shown people how to heal symptoms of childhood trauma for nearly thirty years. Known to more than a million followers across platforms (including ~929K YouTube subscribers and 78M+ views), she's a survivor herself, and her methods are changing lives every day.We also dive into her forthcoming book, CONNECTABILITY: Heal the Hidden Ways You Isolate, Find Your People, and Feel (At Last) Like You Belong (Hay House; October 7, 2025). Anna explains why a haunting sense of disconnection is an almost universal adult symptom of childhood trauma (and increasingly common even for those with “normal” childhoods), and how to rebuild connection with clear, doable practices.You'll learn:A plain-language framework for nervous system dysregulation—and how to come back onlineThe two-part daily practice (brief writing + short meditation) to reduce reactivity in under 20 minutesHow to spot “trauma time,” respond to triggers (yes, even unanswered texts), and choose self-compassion over withdrawalScripts and boundaries to rebuild trust, navigate conflict, and “read the room” without shameWhy consistency—not perfection—creates the conditions for real connectionAbout the book:In Connectability, Anna offers research-backed lessons, self-reflection prompts, and daily connection plans to help you: notice early signs of dysregulation, lean into healthy vulnerability, set confident boundaries, master the art of apologizing, and build the kind of close, reliable relationships that support lifelong well-being. It's a hopeful, practical path for anyone who struggles with people—whether you have a trauma history or simply carry old connection wounds in a lonely era.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Discover how childhood trauma and C-PTSD shape our ability to form healthy connections, set boundaries, and rebuild self-trust. In this episode, Anna Runkle, creator of the “Crappy Childhood Fairy,” shares her journey, therapeutic writing tools, and insights from her book Connectability. We explore emotional regulation, nervous system healing, and how to move from isolation to authentic connections. If you're interested in self-help and personal growth, this conversation offers guidance for creating deeper, lasting connections after trauma. Read the show notes for today's episode at terricole.com/770

In today's episode, Gina interviews Anna Runkle, the Crappy Childhood Fairy! Anna reveals much about her often traumatic life history and shares some of her most helpful tools for re-regulating the nervous system to find more peace and calm. Finding stability for our brain and nervous system now can have a substantial effect on our life both now and into the future. Listen in for Anna's interesting story and invaluable advice, find more peace and calm today!Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors!https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Thank you for supporting The Anxiety Coaches Podcast. FREE MUST-HAVE RESOURCE FOR Calming Your Anxious Mind10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety Anxiety Coaches Podcast Group Coaching linkACPGroupCoaching.comTo learn more, go to:Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership ProgramLearn more about our One-on-One Coaching What is anxiety? Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership:For $5 a month, all episodes are ad-free! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/Here's what's included for $5/month:❤ New Ad-Free episodes every Sunday and Wednesday❤ Access to the entire Ad-free back-catalog with over 600 episodes❤ Premium meditations recorded with you in mind❤ And more fun surprises along the way!All this in your favorite podcast app!Chapters0:26 Introduction to the Crappy Childhood Fairy2:38 Anna's Journey Through Trauma6:19 The Impact of PTSD13:13 Techniques for Healing19:05 Finding Peace Through Writing22:42 Embracing the Hand We're DealtSummaryAnna Runkle, known as the "crappy childhood fairy," joins the Anxiety Coaches Podcast to discuss her journey of healing from childhood trauma and her innovative approaches to overcoming the adverse effects of such experiences. With a significant online following, Anna has dedicated over three decades to helping those affected by childhood trauma, enabling them to lead happier, more fulfilling lives. Her forthcoming book, "Connectability: Heal the Hidden Ways You Isolate, Find Your People, and Feel, at Last, Like You Belong," focuses on overcoming feelings of disconnection—a common issue both among trauma survivors and those with normal childhoods. Anna highlights that many individuals crave connection and understanding but often feel isolated, leading to loneliness and strained relationships.During the discussion, Anna shares her personal background of growing up in a commune with a mother plagued by addiction, which subjected her and her family to violence, poverty, and neglect. Despite these challenges, she managed to remain a high-functioning student throughout her childhood and early adulthood. However, a series of traumatic events in her 30s, including the death of her mother, a serious heartbreak, and a violent attack, left her with profound psychological effects, specifically post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). At that time, the concept of PTSD was not well understood outside military contexts, leaving Anna feeling isolated and struggling with her mental health amidst overwhelming shame and fear.In her conversation with Gina Ryan, Anna explains the significant misdiagnosis of childhood trauma symptoms, revealing her struggle with emotional dysregulation and her eventual journey to recovery. After initially finding therapy unhelpful, Anna serendipitously discovered effective techniques for managing her anxiety and depression through support from a friend who had also endured severe life struggles. These techniques, which included writing down her anxious and angry thoughts and feelings—effectively releasing them—and practicing meditation, became transformative tools for her.#CPTSD, #ComplexPTSD, #ChildhoodTrauma, #TraumaHealing, #Dysregulation, #NeurologicalDysregulation, #EmotionalRegulation, #Connectability, #Disconnection, #Isolation, #AnnaRunkle, #CrappyChildhoodFairy, #AnxietyCoachesPodcast, #DailyPractice, #Reregulated, #ReRegulation, #TraumaRecovery, #HealingTechniques, #SelfHelp, #LifeSkills, #SocialSkills, #Meditation, #AnxietyRelief, #MentalHealth, #SelfCare, #PersonalGrowth, #HealingJourney, #InnerPeace, #Belonging, #GinaRyan, #ACPSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.