Podcasts about finding calm

On Melissa Wood’s show, Jay opens up about the practices and perspectives that keep him grounded in a world that rarely slows down. Their conversation moves beyond routines and rituals, diving into what it really means to find peace within yourself while navigating pressure, ambition, relationships, and everyday chaos. Together, they explore how stillness is built through self-awareness, presence, and the courage to listen to your inner voice. Jay shares lessons from his upbringing, life as a monk, and marriage, while Melissa reflects on healing, motherhood, and breaking old patterns. From meditation and breathwork to love and emotional growth, this conversation is a reminder that the smallest daily choices often shape the deepest transformation. In this episode you'll learn: How to Listen to Your Inner Voice How to Stay Grounded Under Pressure How to Stop Feeding Negative Thoughts How to Build Stillness Within Yourself How to Create Healthier Relationships How to Reconnect With Yourself Daily How to Stop Trying to Change Your Partner No matter where you are in your journey, there is still space for healing, clarity, love, and change. Keep showing up for yourself. Keep planting the seeds that align with the life you truly want. The Move With Heart podcast features Melissa Wood-Tepperberg's personal stories, triumphs, philosophies as well as those of her mentors who will join the show to share their wisdom. Check out https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/move-with-heart/id1621097400 With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 05:41 How To Build Inner Peace 08:13 Lessons From a Hardworking Mother 11:36 Learning to Be Still 18:47 Your Mind Comes First 21:46 Are You Planting Seeds or Weeds? 27:24 The Fear of Making the Wrong Choice 31:28 Finding Calm in the Chaos 36:40 Jay’s 3 Daily Meditation Practices 43:26 Aligning Your Mind and Body 51:53 The Power of Mantra Meditation 54:28 Trusting the Bigger Plan 59:32 What Is Your Deepest Desire? 01:03:47 Staying Connected in Long-Term Love 01:09:14 Inspire Your Partner Without Changing Them Episode Resources: Website | https://mwh-production.melissawoodhealth.com/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd-M8iMVPXC9qE-4s8B9law Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/melissawoodhealth/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/melissawoodtepperberg/ TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@melissawoodhealthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first few words of the Lord's Prayer are more than an intro throwaway line made to prep you for the meat of the prayer.

Sunday, June 7, 2026"Finding Calm in a Storm" - Paul MullenSermon based on John 14:1-6, 27(reading by Jefffrey Griffin)

The Practice of Finding Calm in Chaos

Join the Cognitive Dissidents as they examine recent events with an eye toward understanding what's really going on behind the official narratives, planning ahead and keeping the lines of communication open to help keep like-minded people sane! This week the Dissidents discuss the crazy deal the Trump Administration made with the Trump Administration to insulate him and everyone he knows and loves from ever being harassed by the govt for anything they've done or might be accused of doing in the future. We also discuss China, LNG, the North American Union, Cuba, the American election cycle and so much more. Find, Follow, Subscribe & Rate on your favorite podcasting platform AND for video and social & more... Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://monicaperezshow.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rumble:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rumble.com/user/monicaperezshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/MonicaPerez⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter/X: @monicaperezshow Instagram: @monicaperezshow Find Hrvoje Moric: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://geopoliticsandempire.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://substack.com/@geopoliticsandempire⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter/X: @HrvojePM Find Parallel Mike and Parallel Systems Broadcast: Parallel Mike Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://parallelmike.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Community & Financial Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/parallelsystems⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@parallelsystems⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter/X: @parallel_mike Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://substack.com/@parallelmike⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://patreon.com/parallelsystems⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

event. Kate and Anu just wrapped a wild month on the road, and the message from both conferences was loud and clear: AI is no longer a bolt-on, it's the operating system!Fresh off Global Scrum Gathering Vancouver and Canvas 26 (Miro's user conference in San Francisco), Kate Megaw and Anu Smalley sit down with Ryan Smith to unpack two completely different conferences that delivered the exact same wake-up call.Inside: the highs, the lows, the pages of notes, and the calm that came after the dust settled. From the 80/20 flip to why AI-native beats AI-bolted-on, to the pivot Kate and Anu are making in their own business, this is a real, honest field report from two events and two very different rooms.If you're feeling the overwhelm too, you're not alone. Hit play. Take a breath. Let's find the calm together.

Send us your feedback — we're listening(REFUGE • PEACE • CALMNESS) Philippians 4:6–7 — Morning Prayer for Anxiety, Overthinking, and Finding Calm Before the Day Begins Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope Houston • Rio de Janeiro • Nairobi • Singapore • Toronto REFUGE • PEACE • CALMNESS morning prayer for anxiety • prayer for overthinking • Christian prayer for peace and calmness • prayer to trust God with today Philippians 4:6–7 (NIV) “Do not be anxious about anything… and the peace of God… will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” If your heart already feels quietly overwhelmed this morning, pause for a moment with Jesus. God sees the worries you may still be carrying into this new day. He understands the emotional pressure resting quietly within your thoughts and heart. Father, in the name of Jesus, I come before You now. Jesus, help me begin this day with calmness and peace. When anxious thoughts begin to rise within me, steady my mind gently. When overthinking starts to drain my strength, remind me that I do not need to carry this day alone. I place every concern into Your hands now. I release the pressure to control everything ahead of me. I let go of the fears and uncertainties waiting in front of this day. And now, I choose peace instead of fear. Guard my heart with reassurance. Quiet my thoughts with calmness. Lead me beside still waters and help my soul rest peacefully within Your presence today. Jesus, remind me that You are already walking ahead of me through everything I may face. Your peace is holding me even now. Jesus is with you now. Across the world, people are waking today carrying anxiety, emotional exhaustion, and silent worries into a new day. From Houston to Rio de Janeiro, from Nairobi to Singapore and Toronto, Jesus is bringing calmness, reassurance, and gentle peace to weary hearts today. Jesús, encuentro descanso y paz en Tu presencia. Jesus, encontro calma e descanso no Teu cuidado. Jesus, pinapanatag Mo ang isip at puso ko ngayon. Father, I trust You completely. Through Jesus Christ, lead me in peace, calmness, and reassurance today. Amen. Philippians 4 prayer, morning prayer, anxiety prayer, Christian encouragement, prayer for peace, overthinking prayer, emotional healing prayer, trust God prayer morning prayer for anxiety, prayer for overthinking, Christian prayer for peace and calmness, prayer to trust God with todaySupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

In this episode of 5 Minutes of Peace, we are guided through a gentle reflection on navigating difficult conversations with greater presence and compassion.Rather than avoiding or bracing against these moments, this practice invites us to slow down, breathe, and soften our inner response. Through mindful awareness, we begin to notice the emotions that arise — tension, fear, defensiveness — and create space to meet them with calm instead of reaction.This episode reminds us that difficult conversations are not just challenges to get through, but opportunities to listen more deeply, speak more truthfully, and remain grounded in our own center.With a focus on breath, body awareness, and intention, we are encouraged to approach these interactions with clarity, kindness, and self-trust.Key Takeaways• Pause — a breath can shift the entire tone of a conversation• Stay connected to your body — grounding helps you remain present• You don't need to control the outcome — focus on how you show up• Compassion changes everything — for yourself and the other person• Difficult conversations can deepen connection when approached with awarenessMemorable Reflection“You can meet this moment with calm… and let your presence lead the conversation.”The next time a difficult conversation arises,pause…breathe…and remember —You can choose presence over reaction,and compassion over control.

Join the Cognitive Dissidents as they examine recent events with an eye toward understanding what's really going on behind the official narratives, planning ahead and keeping the lines of communication open to help keep like-minded people sane! This week the Dissidents discuss the crazy deal the Trump Administration made with the Trump Administration to insulate him and everyone he knows and loves from ever being harassed by the govt for anything they've done or might be accused of doing in the future. We also discuss China, LNG, the North American Union, Cuba, the American election cycle and so much more. Find, Follow, Subscribe & Rate on your favorite podcasting platform AND for video and social & more... Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://monicaperezshow.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rumble:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rumble.com/user/monicaperezshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/MonicaPerez⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter/X: @monicaperezshow Instagram: @monicaperezshow Find Hrvoje Moric: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://geopoliticsandempire.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://substack.com/@geopoliticsandempire⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter/X: @HrvojePM Find Parallel Mike and Parallel Systems Broadcast: Parallel Mike Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://parallelmike.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Community & Financial Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/parallelsystems⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@parallelsystems⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter/X: @parallel_mike Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://substack.com/@parallelmike⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://patreon.com/parallelsystems⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a companion podcast for this morning's mantra. Financial pressure is real — but worry changes nothing. Today's meditation is about finding calm in the middle of rising costs, releasing comparison, and trusting in your own ability to meet life one step at a time. Your Morning Mantra: I trust that I am okay and I will be fine. Follow us on Instagram Follow @katiemattin on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Financial pressure is real — but worry changes nothing. Today's meditation is about finding calm in the middle of rising costs, releasing comparison, and trusting in your own ability to meet life one step at a time. Your Morning Mantra: I trust that I am okay and I will be fine. Follow us on Instagram Follow @katiemattin on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this third episode of the Mindful in May series, Heidi Hadley explores one of the most important skills you can develop in today's world:The ability to create calm, even when life feels chaotic.So often, we wait for life to settle before we allow ourselves to feel calm.But the truth is: Life may not always feel predictable  External uncertainty may continue  Challenges will come and go Yet,Your internal state is something you can influence.Your nervous system can be supported.Your body can learn how to return to a place of steadiness.In this episode, Heidi guides you through a simple yet powerful shift:Calm is not something you wait for. It is something you practise.

Tonight's guided meditation is designed to help calm anxiety, settle an overactive nervous system, and gently guide your body back toward safety and relaxation. Through slow breathing, grounding awareness, and soothing affirmations, you'll be supported in releasing tension, quieting racing thoughts, and reconnecting with a deeper sense of calm. This meditation is perfect for moments of stress, overwhelm, emotional exhaustion, or whenever your mind and body need space to soften and rest.

What does it really mean to have a steady heart; and, is it even possible when life feels overwhelming?In this first episode of Quiet Strength: The Power of Heart Postures, we explore a different definition of strength - one that isn't about staying calm all the time, but about learning how to return to steadiness again and again.If you tend to overthink, react quickly, or feel emotionally overwhelmed, this episode will help you understand why... and how to begin finding your way back to a more grounded, present state.Using insights from the Enneagram and the three centers of intelligence (gut, heart, and head), you'll learn how different patterns pull us away from steadiness and how small, simple practices can help you come back.In this episode, you'll discover:Why steadiness isn't the absence of emotion or stressHow reactivity, overwhelm, and overthinking disrupt your sense of calmThe connection between the Enneagram and your natural response patternsA simple, practical way to return to a grounded, steady stateHow quiet leaders can build trust through presence, not pressureThis episode is for thoughtful leaders, reflective individuals, and anyone looking to feel more calm, clear, and grounded in everyday life.Plus, learn about the new Quiet Strength Gathering—a free monthly space to reflect, connect, and grow alongside others on this journey.—

Today's Scripture: Mark 4:35–41What happens when fear takes over your body—and you can't think clearly? In today's episode, Dr. Alison Cook explores the story of Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4, alongside the psychology of panic, fear, and the nervous system. She explains why your body goes into fight-or-flight mode, why you feel the urge to fix or control everything, and how to gently return to calm. We'll explore:*What's happening in your brain during panic *Why anxiety can feel urgent and all-consuming*The link between fear, over-functioning, and control*A simple grounding practice to help your body return to calm and presenceGo Deeper:Episode 185: A Real-Time Practice to Help You Return to God's Loving Presence When You're Anxious or OverwhelmedEpisode 129: Understanding Anxiety: A Step-by-Step Guide to Finding Calm, Advocating For Yourself, and Cultivating Inner ResilienceEmail your topics and passage ideas at info@dralisoncook.comSign up for Dr. Alison's free weekly email for more insight and resources. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Modern life asks a lot of us. It asks for speed, resilience and constant output. But what if real strength has less to do with pushing harder and more to do with how we hold ourselves under pressure?In this episode of The Wellness Algorithm, I'm joined by Yiquan practitioner, trauma specialist and strategist Andrew Markell. He is co-founder of Heresy and The Dawn Collective, where his work focuses on next level sense-making, high performance and trauma healing. Together, we explore how Yiquan can help us find calm, clarity and real power in a chaotic world. His perspective feels especially relevant today, not only because it speaks to the pressures so many of us are living with, but because he works with high-performing individuals to help them stay clear, steady and effective under intense pressure. To learn more, reach out to Andrew at andrew@thedawncollective.org. 

What if calm isn't something you have to create—but something you can return to? In this episode, Margaret shares a deeper understanding of equanimity as a living, breathing state of balance. We talk about the difference between suppression and true steadiness, how to expand your capacity to feel without overwhelm, and why perspective is the key to navigating a fast, reactive world. Blending insight, science, and lived experience, this conversation offers a gentler, more grounded way to move through life.

This is a companion podcast for this morning's mantra. Uncertainty has a way of pulling us out of the present and into worry. Today's meditation invites you to set down what you cannot control, return to your breath, and rediscover the steady calm that lives within you — no matter what the world looks like outside. Your Morning Mantra: I return to calm, even when the world feels uncertain. Follow us on Instagram Follow @katiemattin on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We'd like to thank Jennifer Cray for her beautiful mantras and welcome the new host of Your Morning Mantra Katie Mattin. Katie is a podcaster and radio personality from Brisbane with a passion for self development and giving yourself permission to take time for yourself. Uncertainty has a way of pulling us out of the present and into worry. Today's meditation invites you to set down what you cannot control, return to your breath, and rediscover the steady calm that lives within you — no matter what the world looks like outside. Your Morning Mantra: I return to calm, even when the world feels uncertain. Follow us on Instagram Follow @katiemattin on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we explore how to find calm and inner steadiness in the midst of uncertainty. With the world feeling increasingly heavy and unpredictable, it's easy to feel emotionally pulled in every direction.This conversation gently brings you back to what is always available within you—your calm, your worth, and your quiet inner strength.You'll be guided through reflections on how your presence impacts others, how your worth remains untouched by external events, and how small acts of kindness contribute to collective healing. The episode closes with a grounding meditation and mantra practice to help you return to your center.In this episode, you'll learn:How your calm influences the energy around youWhy your worth is not defined by external circumstancesHow small actions contribute to collective healingCall to Action:If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who may need a moment of calm. And consider joining our growing reflection community on Substack or Patreon for continued grounding practices throughout the week.Thank you for being here—and for all the ways, seen and unseen, that you uplift the world.Dr. Mensimah ShabazzJoin us in empowering one million women worldwide to embrace their strength and grace. Together, let's declare our identities as women of power and inspire one another to shine! ♥️Want to go deeper?I offer 1:1 transformational coaching, sacred space-holding, and intuitive mentorship for women ready to embody their highest path.Schedule a 30-minute consultation: https://www.mensimah.com/harmony-consult or send Email to: agapect@mensimah.com.Subscribe: Join our Reflective/Inner Work Platform "Compose A New Narrative" at: https:www.patreon.com/mensimahshabazzphdhttps://substack.com/@drmensimahshabazzContact Links:Website: https://www.mensimah.comInstagram: @mensimahshabazzphdYouTube: @mensimahsroundtableShop: https://shop.mensimah.comRegister as a Guest on PodMatch- for Round Table Conversations: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/mrtDonations:https://mensimahs-round-table.captiva...https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MRTPo...

Have you ever felt like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? For years, I lived with a "raging river of angst" under the surface—trying to be my own protector and provider while the pressure of leadership and life slowly took me out.   In this message, I'm sharing something I have never taught in my 36 years as a senior pastor. It's not just about words; it's a shift in theology that moved me from living under undoing pressure to receiving God's profound peace.   We'll explore: The Bridge of Prayer: How prayer moves us from self-sufficiency to total dependence on the Lord. Finding Calm in the Storm: Why we should stop asking God to change the storms around us and start asking Him to change the storm within us. Surrendering Control: Recognizing that we are not the primary protectors or providers for our families or our lives—He is.   Whether you're a long-time believer or "spiritually unresolved," there is a peace available to you that doesn't depend on your circumstances. Join us as we learn how to truly say, "God's got this."

These podcast sessions are offered as an introduction and ongoing support. Deeper subconscious journeys and structured programs are available inside the Hypnosis with Joseph app, where you can begin with free starter sessions:www.HypnosisWithJoseph.app This powerful Day Hypnosis session is designed to help you feel calm, centered, optimistic, and emotionally grounded even when life feels unpredictable.

Between global crises and personal problems, modern life is overflowing with things to worry about, including many issues that feel too big to even address. Yet, our ability to influence these problems and how much we worry about them are not equal to each other – and in fact, getting lost in thoughts of anxiety can reduce our ability to act. Given the direct line between individual inner states and civilizational dysfunction, what global change might be possible if we train ourselves to observe thought, rather than be unconsciously consumed and paralyzed by it? In this episode, Nate is joined by philosopher and neuroscientist Sam Harris to explore how cultivating inner awareness could help us – both as individuals and a society – navigate civilizational crises. Sam argues that virtually all human suffering flows from one source: the mind's incessant, largely unnoticed identification with thought. Sam makes the case that, at scale, these distracted minds cumulate into people who are helplessly identified with their own inner worlds, their tribes, and their identity rather than able to hold a broader view. He offers a deep dive on the foundations of meditation, mindfulness, and awareness techniques as a way to help navigate our thoughts and remain grounded in the present. Ultimately, he suggests that in order to steer toward better futures, we might need to invest in cultivating both saner individuals and wiser systems in parallel. Whether the threat is a cancer diagnosis or civilizational overshoot, the question is the same: how much suffering do you have to carry between now and the future? What if the inner work of moving through grief toward equanimity is actually a precondition for effective action? And if the most consequential decisions in human history are being made by people who have never once examined the nature of their own minds, how will their own mental states reflect onto the reality of our shared outcomes? (Conversation recorded on February 18th, 2026)   About Sam Harris: Sam Harris is the author of five New York Times best sellers. His books include The End of Faith, Letter to a Christian Nation, The Moral Landscape, Free Will, Lying, Waking Up, and Islam and the Future of Tolerance (with Maajid Nawaz). The End of Faith won the 2005 PEN Award for Nonfiction. His writing and public lectures cover a wide range of topics – neuroscience, moral philosophy, religion, meditation practice, human violence, rationality – but generally focus on how a growing understanding of ourselves and the world is changing our sense of how we should live. He also hosts the Making Sense Podcast, which was selected by Apple as one of the "iTunes Best" and has won a Webby Award for best podcast in the Science & Education category. Sam received a degree in philosophy from Stanford University and a Ph.D. in neuroscience from UCLA. He has also practiced meditation for more than 30 years and has studied with many Tibetan, Indian, Burmese, and Western meditation teachers, both in the United States and abroad. Sam has created the Waking Up app for anyone who wants to learn to meditate in a modern, scientific context.   Show Notes and More   Watch this video episode on YouTube   Want to learn the broad overview of The Great Simplification in 30 minutes? Watch our Animated Movie.   ---   Support The Institute for the Study of Energy and Our Future   Join our Substack newsletter   Join our Hylo channel and connect with other listeners  

These podcast sessions are offered as an introduction and ongoing support. Deeper subconscious journeys and structured programs are available inside the Hypnosis with Joseph app, where you can begin with free starter sessions:www.HypnosisWithJoseph.app This powerful hypnotic meditation will gently guide you into a deep state of relaxation, helping you release stress, anxiety and emotional overwhelm while strengthening calm, optimism and centered presence.

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Finding Calm: Mikkel's Journey to Conquer Exam Stress Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-03-15-22-34-01-da Story Transcript:Da: Det var en klar forårsmorgen i København.En: It was a clear spring morning in København.Da: Solens stråler brød forsigtigt gennem de høje vinduer i den gamle bibliotek.En: The sun's rays gently broke through the tall windows of the old library.Da: Her, blandt de mange bøger og store trætter, sad Mikkel med hovedet i hænderne.En: Here, among the many books and large tables, sat Mikkel with his head in his hands.Da: Han var nervøs for sine afsluttende eksamener.En: He was nervous about his final exams.Da: Tankerne fløj rundt, og presset gjorde det svært at koncentrere sig.En: His thoughts were racing, and the pressure made it difficult to concentrate.Da: Signe satte sig stille ved siden af ham.En: Signe quietly sat down next to him.Da: "Hej, Mikkel," sagde hun med et roligt smil.En: "Hi, Mikkel," she said with a calm smile.Da: "Har du brug for hjælp?"En: "Do you need help?"Da: Mikkel kiggede på hende og trak på skuldrene.En: Mikkel looked at her and shrugged.Da: "Jeg ved ikke, Signe.En: "I don't know, Signe.Da: Jeg føler mig så overvældet, og jeg bliver ved med at tvivle på mig selv."En: I feel so overwhelmed, and I keep doubting myself."Da: Signe lagde en hånd på hans arm.En: Signe placed a hand on his arm.Da: "Du skal nok klare det, Mikkel.En: "You'll be fine, Mikkel.Da: Vi kan studere sammen.En: We can study together.Da: Det er derfor, vi kom her.En: That's why we came here.Da: Biblioteket er perfekt for at finde ro."En: The library is perfect for finding peace."Da: Hun havde altid en måde at trøste ham på, og derfor var hun hans bedste ven.En: She always had a way of comforting him, and that's why she was his best friend.Da: Ved en bogreol i nærheden stod Rasmus, deres klassekammerat, og snakkede med en lærer.En: By a nearby bookshelf stood Rasmus, their classmate, talking with a teacher.Da: Normalt var Rasmus den, der altid havde styr på det hele.En: Normally, Rasmus was the one who always had everything under control.Da: Mikkel kunne ikke undgå at høre deres samtale.En: Mikkel couldn't help but overhear their conversation.Da: "Det er svært at holde styr på det hele," sagde Rasmus til læreren.En: "It's hard to keep track of everything," Rasmus said to the teacher.Da: "Jeg kæmper også med at finde tid til alt."En: "I'm also struggling to find time for everything."Da: Den erkendelse ramte Mikkel som et lyn.En: That realization hit Mikkel like a bolt of lightning.Da: Selv dem, der så ud til at have styr på alting, havde deres kampe.En: Even those who seemed to have everything under control had their battles.Da: Han indså, at han ikke var alene i sin stres og tvivl.En: He realized he wasn't alone in his stress and doubt.Da: Det gav ham en følelse af lettelse.En: It gave him a sense of relief.Da: Mikkel besluttede at tage en lille pause.En: Mikkel decided to take a short break.Da: Han og Signe gik udenfor biblioteket, og fornemmelsen af forårsvinden gav ham ny energi.En: He and Signe went outside the library, and the feel of the spring breeze gave him new energy.Da: "Tak, Signe," sagde Mikkel.En: "Thank you, Signe," said Mikkel.Da: "Jeg tror, jeg kan klare det nu.En: "I think I can do it now.Da: Jeg skal bare huske, at det er okay at have det svært."En: I just need to remember it's okay to find things difficult."Da: Da eksamensdagen kom, trådte Mikkel ind i lokalet med et fornyet håb.En: When exam day came, Mikkel stepped into the room with renewed hope.Da: Han vidste, at uanset hvad der skete, så stod hans venner ved hans side.En: He knew that no matter what happened, his friends would stand by his side.Da: For første gang i lang tid følte han sig ikke alene.En: For the first time in a long time, he didn't feel alone.Da: Og så skete der noget vidunderligt: Selv midt i presset, klarede Mikkel sig igennem sine eksamener.En: And then something wonderful happened: Even in the midst of the pressure, Mikkel got through his exams.Da: Han forstod nu, at støtte fra venner og indre ro var nøglen til at overvinde stressen.En: He now understood that support from friends and inner calm were the keys to overcoming stress.Da: Mikkel lærte at håndtere sin stress bedre, og han satte pris på venskab mere end nogensinde før.En: Mikkel learned to handle his stress better, and he appreciated friendship more than ever before. Vocabulary Words:gentle: forsigtigtlibrary: biblioteknervous: nervøsthoughts: tankerpressure: presshoulder: skuldreoverwhelmed: overvældetdoubt: tvivlcomforting: trøstesupport: støttecalm: rounderstand: forstodenergy: energiappreciate: sætte pris påstruggled: kæmperrealization: erkendelsebolt of lightning: lyntrack: styrbreeze: vindexam day: eksamensdagrenewed: fornyetovercome: overvindeinner: indrehandle: håndtereconsider: ansetbattle: kamperelief: lettelsesense: fornemmelsewonderful: vidunderligtpeace: fred

In this episode of Building Doors, host Lauren Karan sits down with Alex Prenzel, a construction leader and coach with more than 20 years of experience in the property and infrastructure sector. Alex shares her insights on the pressures many professionals face in high-performance environments and why the constant push to deliver more can come at a hidden personal cost. Together, they explore what it means to find calm amid the chaos and why shifting how we think about leadership may be the key to sustaining long-term success in the construction industry.Alex, known for her thoughtful leadership and focus on mindset and wellbeing, also shares personal stories from her own career journey. From navigating imposter syndrome to discovering the transformative impact of meditation, she reflects on how slowing down helped her lead with greater clarity and resilience. Whether you are an industry veteran or early in your career, this conversation will challenge you to rethink performance, pressure, and what sustainable leadership truly looks like.What You'll Learn in This Episode:High Performance and Leadership Pressure:Why many high achievers tie their identity to their professional success.The hidden cost of “grinding it out” in high-performance industries.How capable leaders often carry silent pressure to always be the reliable one.Mindset and Sustainable Performance:How meditation helped Alex shift from constant stress to clearer thinking.Why slowing down can actually improve decision-making and creativity.The difference between working harder and expanding your leadership capacity.Identity, Self-Acceptance, and Leadership:How imposter syndrome can exist even at senior leadership levels.Why self-acceptance is a critical foundation for authentic leadership.How embracing different leadership styles strengthens teams and organizations.Practical Advice for the Boom Times Ahead:How to navigate the upcoming pipeline of work in Queensland without burning out.Why "grind it out or tap out" isn't the only choice, there's a third way.The difference between capability issues (which most high performers don't have) and capacity issues (which require a mindset shift).Key Quotes from Alex Prenzel:“If we're going to be high performers, we need to give ourselves space to breathe. Otherwise, we're just on a narrow track of relentless achievement.”“You can't increase your capacity simply by working harder. You have to change how you think about the work.”“I am enough exactly the way I am. The more I accept myself, the easier it is to go out and do exciting things without being tied to the outcome.” About Our Guest:Alex Prenzel is a construction leader, consultant, and coach with over 20 years of experience in the property and infrastructure sectors. Having delivered complex projects and led large teams across the UK and Australia, Alex now works with high-performing professionals to help them navigate pressure, strengthen leadership capability, and build sustainable approaches to performance. Through coaching, meditation practices, and mindset work, she helps leaders unlock clarity, creativity, and long-term resilience in demanding industries.About Your Host:Lauren Karan, founder of Karan & Co. and host of Building Doors, is dedicated to helping professionals unlock their potential. Through insightful interviews and real-life stories, Lauren empowers listeners to create opportunities and thrive in their careers.How You Can Support the Podcast:Subscribe and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Share this episode with anyone interested in sustainability and leadership.Connect with Alex Prenzel on LinkedIn to continue the conversation.Stay Connected:Follow Lauren and the Building Doors podcast on LinkedIn.Subscribe to the Building Doors newsletter for exclusive content.Let's Connect:Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email us at reachout@buildingdoors.com.au.Thank you for listening! It's time to stop waiting and start building.

I speak with intuitive guide, energy mentor, and author K. Margaret Solario to explore how we can bring more ease, calm, and alignment into our everyday lives as moms—without having to change our entire external world. Kay shares how COVID became her breaking point, shifting her from “holding it all together” to realizing life shouldn't feel like constant battle armor and a race against time. Over three years, she experimented with energy, mindset, and time, eventually creating the tools she now shares in her book, Make Ease Your Vibe. We talk about reframing our relationship with time, letting go of the belief that big dreams require huge blocks of perfect conditions. Kay shares how she wrote her first draft in just 15 focused minutes a day. We dig into mindset patterns like over-explaining, proving our worth, and arguing for our own limitations, and how shifting these creates more freedom. She also introduces the idea of energetic clutter in our homes—how spaces hold emotional residue—and explains her Home Frequency Reset work, which she does remotely with angelic guidance. Throughout, we come back to one core truth: joy and ease aren't luxuries for moms; they're the point, and living that truth becomes a powerful blueprint for our kids. You can connect with K. Margaret's podcast Intuitive Wisdom here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you a Virgo Sun, Moon, or Rising? Or do you have strong Virgo placements in your birth chart? In this episode, Adam Barralet and clinical aromatherapist Elizabeth Ashley explore the best essential oils for Virgo energy, combining astrology, medical astrology, and holistic aromatherapy.Virgo is often misunderstood as overly critical or perfectionist, yet it is the true healer of the zodiac. Ruled traditionally by Mercury and sometimes associated with Chiron or Ceres in modern astrology Virgo energy seeks order, precision, and wellbeing across the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual realms.In this video, we discuss:✨ Virgo personality traits and healing archetypes✨ Chiron and the “Wounded Healer” connection✨ Virgo and digestion in medical astrology (small intestine & nutrient absorption)✨ Perfectionism, overwhelm, and nervous system stress✨ How essential oils can support grounding, clarity, and resilienceEssential Oils for Virgo Featured in This Episode:• Myrrh essential oil – for perspective and spiritual healing• Basil (Sweet & Holy/Tulsi) – focus, mental clarity & breaking perfection paralysis• Douglas Fir – calming overthinking and restoring steadiness• Turmeric essential oil – grounding and prioritising what truly matters• Helichrysum (Immortelle) – associated with Chiron & deep fortification• Palmarosa – preventative care archetype & nervous system support• Eugenol-rich oils (Clove, Allspice, Oregano) – cleansing and strengtheningThis episode blends astrology, archetypes, essential oil chemistry, and energetic insight, offering both spiritual and practical ways to work with Virgo placements in your chart.00:00 Understanding Virgo: The Healers of the Zodiac02:54 Essential Oils for Virgo: Myrrh and Beyond06:04 The Power of Focus: Basil and Other Oils09:04 Finding Calm in Chaos: Douglas Fir and Turmeric12:00 Managing Perfectionism: Healing with Essential Oils15:11 Virgo's Health: Medical Astrology Insights18:10 The Role of Essential Oils in Virgo's Wellbeing21:04 Final Thoughts on Virgo and Essential OilsIf you're interested in:• Essential oils for zodiac signs• Virgo traits and healing patterns• Medical astrology and digestion• Spiritual aromatherapy• Chiron and essential oils• Holistic self-development with plant medicine— this conversation is for you.ABOUT ADAM BARRALET Adam Barralet has been observing and living in tune with nature since childhood. Growing up amongst the bushland and wildlife of the hills in Western Australia and residing in various locations around the world has presented Adam with diverse opportunities to access extensive and eclectic teachings about the secrets of Mother Earth. He has used essential oils for over 30 years and teams his experiences with his background in human biology, chemistry, psychology, health sciences and massage.He has now established himself as an international author, presenter, educator and Wellness Advocate, adept at working with essential oils, along with crystals, animal guides, tarot, astrology and mythology. CONNECT WITH ADAM HERE: https://linktr.ee/adambarralet ABOUT ELIZABETH ASHLEYElizabeth Ashley has over 20 books on sale on Amazon under her pen name The Secret Healer. The UK Director of the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy and an overseas speaker for The International Federation of Aromatherapists, Elizabeth's work focuses on understanding the very earliest energetic relationships between certain plants and the human world, right up the modern-day scientific evidence of healing botanicals.CONNECT WITH LIZ HERE: https://linktr.ee/thesecrethealer#Virgo #VirgoZodiac #EssentialOilsForVirgo #MedicalAstrology #Chiron #SpiritualAromatherapy #ElizabethAshley #AdamBarralet #ZodiacHealing #HolisticHealing

I am a big believer in the transformative power of meditation. I also know how hard it can be to start and stick to a daily practice in our busy, modern world. In this special episode of my Feel Better, Live More podcast, I'm inviting you to join me for something that has truly transformed my own life. I've teamed up with Zen master Henry Shukman and his meditation app The Way for a 30-day meditation challenge this March to help inspire more of us to build a consistent meditation practice. I've tried many meditation apps over the years, but I've never found one as effective as The Way. I've been using it most mornings for months now, and it has genuinely helped me feel calmer, more relaxed and more present. I love it so much that I recently invested in the company because I truly believe that if more of us meditated regularly, we'd create a calmer, happier and more compassionate world. There's now a wealth of research showing that meditation can reduce stress, improve focus and even lead to positive structural changes in the brain over time. But we only experience those benefits if we actually practise. In this episode, Henry shares a beautiful guided body scan meditation, reminding us that meditation isn't another task on the to-do list, but a return to ourselves. Just a few minutes each day can make a profound difference. So, if you are ready to join Henry and me on this 30-day challenge, for free, all you need to do is visit: thewayapp.com/livemore.  Download the app and join a group of likeminded people, meditating our way through March.   Show notes https://drchatterjee.com/631   DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

In this episode of Women & Wellbeing, we're joined by Karen Arthur — educator, author and founder & host of Menopause Whilst Black — for a moving conversation about creativity, confidence and seeing midlife as a powerful turning point rather than a decline. Karen shares how, during the depths of depression, she began making a quilt from hundreds of tiny squares of fabric. What started as a small daily act became a lifeline — a quiet, steady focus that helped regulate her nervous system and create rhythm during a time of emotional overwhelm. Over months, the quilt became both a creative practice and a symbol of healing. Finally gifting the quilt to her mum — her endeavour provided a full-circle moment of love, story and connection. We explore the way creativity can ground us. Not as productivity, but as presence. As something tactile and repetitive that gently brings us back to ourselves. The conversation also turns to fashion — not as trend, but as storytelling. Karen speaks about circular fashion, clothes that hold memories, and garments as emotional archives. Her deep understanding of colour and self-expression led to the creation of her Wear Your Happy movement, encouraging women to embrace dopamine dressing as a way to rebuild confidence and reconnect with joy. Elsewhere, Karen reflects on the summer of 2020 and how the monumental events that took place that year acted as a catalyst towards her founding the platform and podcast Menopause Whilst Black — born from the need to centre Black women's experiences in menopause and open up conversations on healthcare, access and education. She speaks candidly about her own menopause journey and how the transition gave her space to sit in silence, to reflect, and to ask herself what she truly wanted from the next chapter of her life. Rather than fearing midlife, Karen urges women to see it as an opportunity for growth — a recalibration. A chance to understand our wants, our needs, and the lives we're ready to build. Together, we discuss: – Creativity as healing – Circular fashion and passing on stories through clothes – Dopamine dressing and rebuilding confidence – Founding Menopause Whilst Black – Midlife as expansion, not contraction – Using transition as an opportunity for reflection and growth This episode is an invitation to create, to wear colour boldly, to honour your stories — and to trust that midlife may be the most powerful chapter yet. For more wellbeing and lifestyle visit The Capsule at www.thecapsule.co.ukGet involved with our community and join us on Instagram & YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send a textHost: Kendra Beavis Guest: Jacquie BirdIn this episode, Kendra Beavis sits down with wellness guide, artist, and former performer Jacquie Bird for a grounded conversation on sound healing, intuition, forgiveness, and the power of slowing down.Jacquie shares her journey from Broadway, TV, and choreography to a life rooted in mindfulness, sound healing, journaling, and creative expression. Together, they explore how stress and fear-based thinking disconnect us—and how curiosity, play, and presence help us reconnect.A reminder that healing isn't about fixing yourself, but listening more deeply.⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 Intro 02:10 Jacquie's journey 07:40 Sound healing 14:20 Stress & intuition 21:00 Healing & mindset 28:10 Breaking fear-based patterns 35:40 Forgiveness & growth 44:30 Play & creativity✨ Topics CoveredSound healing, mindfulness, stress & anxiety relief, intuition, forgiveness, creativity, mindset shifts

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This week on After Hours Jennifer and Laura are joined by Moms on Call consultant Alexandra Pereira. A former cardiac ICU and NICU nurse, she shares her experiences as a mother of three young children, discussing the importance of consistent boundaries and the challenges of parenting multiple children. Alex emphasized the significance of creating a structured environment for children, which helps in building their confidence and decision-making skills. She also highlighted the value of maintaining calm amidst the chaos of family life, using strategies like contact napping and engaging children in activities to manage daily routines. These insights reflect the core philosophy of Moms On Call, which is to empower parents with the tools and confidence to thrive in their parenting journey. Follow Alex on Instagram at @em.parent.ment

When headlines, social media, and everyday stress collide, anxiety can easily take over. In this episode, Jennifer Slattery and Carol McCracken explore why our minds and bodies respond so strongly to cultural chaos—and how God gently leads us back to peace. Download the free companion guide for this episode here: Finding Peace in a Chaotic World: A Faith-Based Guide to Quieting Anxiety and Re-centering Your Heart You’ll hear: how stress and overstimulation affect the brain why anxious thoughts spiral so quickly practical grounding tools rooted in faith how Jesus modeled withdrawal and reconnection with the Father why joy, Scripture, and community strengthen emotional resilience If you’ve felt overwhelmed lately, this conversation will remind you: you’re not broken—and you’re not alone. God meets us right where we are and leads us toward calm, clarity, and renewed trust. Scripture referenced in this episode: Proverbs 3:5–6“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” Isaiah 26:3–4“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in You… The Lord Himself is the Rock eternal.” Psalm 46:1–2“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear…” Psalm 91:1–4God as refuge, shelter, and covering. Isaiah 41:10“Do not fear, for I am with you… I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.” Colossians 3:15“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts…” Gospel accounts of Jesus withdrawing to pray(Mark 1:35-39; Luke 5:15-16; Luke 6:12) Reflective Questions: Use these for journaling, small groups, or personal reflection. When I feel overwhelmed, what tends to trigger my anxiety most—noise, conflict, social media, uncertainty, or something else? What physical signs tell me I’m becoming dysregulated or stressed (sleep disruption, tension, racing thoughts, irritability)? Which grounding practice helps me reconnect with God most easily—breathing, Scripture, silence, journaling, nature, prayer, or community? Where might God be inviting me to “withdraw” from input right now so I can hear His voice more clearly? What truth from Scripture do I need to return to when my thoughts begin to spiral? What is one small step I can take this week to pursue peace intentionally instead of waiting for my circumstances to change? If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who may be feeling overwhelmed. And don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review—it helps others find hope and practical help when they need it most. Find Carol McCracken: On her website On Facebook On Instagram Find Jennifer Slattery: On her website Instagram Facebook Amazon Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Psychologist and stress expert Elissa Epel leads us in a gentle, science-backed practice to calm our nervous systems and meet uncertainty with greater ease and acceptance.We want to hear from you! Take our quick 5-minute survey to tell us what you love, what you want more of, and how we can make the show even more inspiring and useful. Everyone who completes the survey can enter a drawing to win a copy of The Science of Happiness Workbook: 10 Practices for a Meaningful Life. Click the survey link in the show notes wherever you're listening, or go directly to: https://tinyurl.com/happyhappysurvey. Thank you for helping us make the podcast even better!How To Do This Practice: Settle in: Find a quiet, comfortable place to sit. Close your eyes or soften your gaze, and begin breathing in through your nose with long, slow exhales through pursed lips. Scan your body: Gently move your attention from the top of your head down to your toes, noticing areas of tension with a kind, curious awareness. Breathe into tension: Wherever you feel tightness, breathe into that area and soften it with each exhale, allowing your nervous system to relax just a little more. Notice uncertainty: Turn your attention to your thoughts and feelings. Ask yourself what feels uncertain right now, and name any emotions that arise without trying to change them. Ask yourself: What is on my mind right now? Am I thinking about the past, the future, or am I right here in the present?” What do I feel most uncertain about right now? What expectations might I be holding? Am I striving to control something? What feelings do I have right now? Release control: Notice where you may be holding expectations or trying to control the future, and gently practice letting go, reminding yourself that uncertainty is part of life. Rest in the present: Lean back, relax your shoulders, and focus on the safety and ease of this moment, repeating a phrase like “Things are exactly as they are right now.” Scroll down for a transcription of this episode.Today's Happiness Break Guide:ELISSA EPEL, PH.D, is a Professor and Vice Chair in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, at University of California, San Francisco.Learn more about Elissa Epel here: https://www.elissaepel.com/Related Happiness Break episodes:Loving Kindness Meditation: https://tinyurl.com/2kr4fjz5Embodying Resilience: https://tinyurl.com/46383mhxA Meditation for When You Feel Uneasy: https://tinyurl.com/4utrkyh5Follow us on Instagram: @ScienceOfHappinessPodWe'd love to hear about your experience with this practice! Share your thoughts at happinesspod@berkeley.edu or use the hashtag #happinesspod.Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aapHelp us share Happiness Break! Leave a 5-star review and share this link: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aapTranscription: https://tinyurl.com/2x4pe95j

This week on The Wellness Scoop, we're answering your questions on fasting trends, supplements, junk food advertising, and the beauty and wellness advice filling our feeds. Plus Ella deep dives into our time off social media and how she stopped doom scrolling to find more calm.  We also talk about low iron and how to support iron intakes without relying on red meat, genetically high cholesterol and why diet alone doesn't always change the numbers, and whether viral trends like sardine fasts or sea moss actually offer benefits or unnecessary risk. We also unpack magnesium for sleep, red light face masks, and how to approach supplements and beauty tech without getting pulled in by marketing. We zoom out to the wider food environment too, including junk food advertising bans, celebrity endorsements of ultra-processed food, and whether these policies are likely to shape children's health in a meaningful way. Along the way, we cover warm, nourishing meals that are easier to digest, budget-friendly shopping, and how to eat well without slipping into restriction. Send your questions for our weekly Q&A to hello@wellness-scoop.com. Recommendations:  Brick⁠ - win back a bit of presence in your day Emily In Paris⁠ on Netflix The White Princess⁠ on Channel 4 Loved Before⁠ - Eco-friendly toys!  The Great Escaper⁠ (find it on the BBC iPlayer) Order your copy of Ella's new book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quick Wins: Healthy Cooking for Busy Lives⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Pre-order your copy of Rhi's upcoming book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Fibre Formula⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Professional kitesurfer Jett Bradshaw grew up in South Africa surrounded by ocean and freedom—but for years he was chasing a different kind of high: adrenaline, partying, and instant gratification. In this episode, Jett opens up about living with ADHD and depression, the pressure to be “tough” in extreme sports culture, and the wake-up-call moment that made him decide he was done living in chaos.We talk about what it means to feel truly seen, why fewer friends can mean deeper bonds, and how Jett is learning to find calm off the water through running, family, simple rituals, and a new definition of happiness: waking up tomorrow.

Even in chaos, you can find calm. Let's celebrate episode 600 with an episode we can always use to return to our breath and return to ourselves. It's "Finding Calm in a Chaotic World."If this episode was helpful and you want to leave a tip, simply go to AffirmationPod.com/TipJarThe sister episode to this one is Episode 216 Maintaining Self-Care During Stressful Times https://AffirmationPod.com/StressfulTimesPlease remember on your birthday you can listen to Birthday Affirmations! It's Episode 318 that published on 1-1-21 AffirmationPod.com/BirthdayAffirmations This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Great days start with better nights!Thanks to Cozy Earth's advanced temperature-regulating technology, their bedding promotes uninterrupted and refreshing sleep. I only use Cozy Earth bedsheets now to get the best rest possible!Your special offer is up to 20% OFF Cozy Earth bedding and more when you use code AFFIRMATION at CozyEarth.com HERE'S WHAT LISTENERS ARE SAYING

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Finding Calm and Connection in Budapest's Iconic Thermal Baths Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-01-02-23-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: Budapest szívében, a Széchenyi Fürdő félhomályában, a téli szellő fuvallata összeboruló gőz- és párafelhőket sodort a medencék fölé.En: In the heart of Budapest, within the dimness of the Széchenyi Fürdő, the winter breeze pushed together steam and mist clouds over the pools.Hu: Réka, aki nemrég végzett egy hosszú tanulónappal, álmodozott a nyugalomról.En: Réka, who had just finished a long day of studying, was dreaming of calmness.Hu: Egyetemi tanulmányai alatt összegyűlt stressz kínozta őt.En: The stress accumulated during her university studies was tormenting her.Hu: Barátja, Tibor, ajánlotta a fürdőt.En: Her friend, Tibor, recommended the bath.Hu: „Itt majd megnyugszol” – mondta neki.En: “You'll relax here,” he told her.Hu: Réka nyakában törölközővel lépett a termálvízbe.En: With a towel around her neck, Réka stepped into the thermal water.Hu: A víz melege bágyadt kényelmességet applikált tagjaira.En: The warmth of the water applied a languid comfort to her limbs.Hu: A medence másik oldalán Bálint, egy feszült szoftverfejlesztő ült, aki az év végi határidőktől szintén nyomás alatt volt.En: On the other side of the pool sat Bálint, a tense software developer who was also under pressure from year-end deadlines.Hu: Ő is a pihenést kereste, de félénk volt, új emberekkel nem szívesen barátkozott.En: He was also seeking relaxation but was shy and hesitant to make new friends.Hu: A medencében halkan szólt a klasszikus zene.En: Classical music played softly in the pool.Hu: Réka sóhajtott, próbált ellazulni.En: Réka sighed, trying to relax.Hu: De a szíve gyorsan vert.En: But her heart was beating fast.Hu: Nem tudott igazán megnyugodni.En: She couldn't truly calm down.Hu: Pillantása találkozott Bálintéval, és bár különböző okokból, mindketten ugyanazért voltak ott: stresszoldásért.En: Her gaze met Bálint's, and for different reasons, they were both there for the same thing: to relieve stress.Hu: Amikor a zene elhalkult, a fürdőmester bejelentett egy légzőgyakorlatot.En: When the music quieted down, the bathmaster announced a breathing exercise.Hu: Réka és Bálint ugyanabba a csoportba kerültek.En: Réka and Bálint ended up in the same group.Hu: A feladat egyszerű volt: mélyet lélegezni, és elengedni minden feszültséget.En: The task was simple: take deep breaths and let go of all tension.Hu: Réka érezte, hogy mellkasából lassan eloszlik a szorító érzés.En: Réka felt the tight feeling in her chest slowly dissipate.Hu: A gyakorlattal végezve, ő nézett Bálint felé, aki ugyancsak békésebbnek tűnt.En: After the exercise, she looked toward Bálint, who also seemed more at peace.Hu: „Szokály ide járni?” – kérdezte Réka, próbálva elterelni a figyelmét a szorongásától.En: “Do you come here often?” Réka asked, trying to distract herself from her anxiety.Hu: Bálint enyhén bólintott.En: Bálint nodded slightly.Hu: „Csak ha nagyon muszáj” – mosolyogta visszafogottan.En: “Only when I really have to,” he replied with a reserved smile.Hu: Kezdettől fogva könnyedén társalogtak, a közös stresszforrásaik gyorsan a beszélgetés központjába kerültek.En: From the start, they conversed with ease, and their shared sources of stress quickly became the focus of the conversation.Hu: „Ó, nem is mondod” – nevettek fel egyszerre, amikor rájöttek, hogy a vizsgaidőszakok és a szoftverhibák csak eltérő változatai ugyanannak az idegölő problémának.En: "Oh, you don't say," they laughed at the same time when they realized that exam periods and software bugs were just different variations of the same nerve-wracking problem.Hu: Mire a fürdő lassan záráshoz készült, Réka és Bálint úgy érezték, egy kicsit máris megtalálták az újdonság örömét.En: By the time the bath was slowly preparing to close, Réka and Bálint felt that they had already discovered a little bit of the joy of something new.Hu: Kicserélték elérhetőségeiket, és megígérték, hogy találkoznak még.En: They exchanged contact information and promised to meet again.Hu: Hagyományos, magyar újévi koccintással búcsúztak, amiúgyahogy eszükbe sem jutott volna magányos stresszcsökkentőként.En: They parted with a traditional Hungarian New Year's toast, something that wouldn't have crossed their minds as solitary stress reducers.Hu: Ahogy elhagyták a fürdő gőzölgő világát, Réka visszanézett a masszív oszlopokkal díszített épületre.En: As they left the steaming world of the bath, Réka looked back at the building adorned with massive columns.Hu: Szívében egy új érzés bontakozott ki: remény és kíváncsiság az új kapcsolatokra.En: A new feeling unfolded in her heart: hope and curiosity for new connections.Hu: A zordan álló faágakon túl a város fényei barátságosan hunyorogtak rá, mintha hívnák egy új kalandra.En: Beyond the bleak tree branches, the city's lights twinkled warmly at her, as if inviting her on a new adventure. 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From growing up in a famous family to raising one of her own, Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt has found calm through intention. In this conversation from November 2025, the New York Times bestselling author, wife, mother, and animal advocate joins Hoda to reflect on her latest book, Kat and Brandy, and how faith, presence, and daily routines help her stay grounded. Plus, she shares how her lifelong bond with horses continues to influence how she raises her children. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Cam Cooksey returns for Episode 31 of Flow after a neighborhood power outage nearly derails the night, using the unexpected disruption as a springboard into a wide-ranging, reflective conversation. Cam opens with updates from the chat and seasonal check-ins before moving into discussions on energy, sound, and frequency, including how music, architecture, and vibration impact the human body and mind. He shares clips and commentary on nuclear innovation, healing frequencies, and the role sound has played historically in cathedrals, worship, and community spaces. The episode weaves together faith, science, culture, and current events, touching on everything from the Army–Navy game and global geopolitics to personal grounding, music as medicine, and staying spiritually centered during a noisy news cycle. A relaxed, thoughtful Saturday night episode focused on perspective, resilience, and maintaining balance as the world continues to shift.

Journalist and author, Brigid Delaney looked into the ancient philosophy during an assignment from her editor. What she discovered led her to years of study and a brand-new outlook on life that focuses less on happiness and more on meaning and contentment.Brigid is devoted to the Stoics, a philosophy that encourages its followers to focus on what they can control, accepting what happens outside of that sphere of control, and mastering inner peace to have a good life.These ideas have helped Brigid prepare for grief and take the edge off her anxiety by putting it in context.One of the most powerful Stoic ideas is that all the wonderful things and people in our life are “on loan” and can be taken away at any moment.Instead of taking them for granted, the Stoics wanted us to run toward them at full speed, and wring as much fun and juice out of them as we can.Further informationBrigid's new book The Seeker And The Sage, and Reasons Not To Worry: How to be Stoic in chaotic times are both published by Allen & Unwin.The Executive Producer of Conversations is Nicola Harrison.This episode contains references to a buddhist with attitude, Nassim Taleb, stoic week, Nero, improving my life, how to improve my life, how to be content, how to find meaning in life, The Guardian, Brigid Delaney's Diary, newspaper column, newspaper columnist, writer, writing life, author, novel, fable, Circles of Hierocles, meditation, Celeste Barber, Wellmania, netflix and internal happiness.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

Episode 140: Finding Calm in the Counselor ChaosDecember brings a special kind of school chaos. Schedules shift. Energy skyrockets. Teachers and students feel stretched. And counselors often find themselves trying to hold it all together.In this episode, I am sharing simple ways to stay grounded, centered, and calm during one of the busiest months of the school year.In This Episode You'll Learn:• Common early signs of counselor burnout • Why noticing burnout is an act of wisdom, not weakness • Easy micro practices that take 30 seconds to 2 minutes • A guided one-minute breathing reset you can use anytime • How to let go of perfection and choose simplicity • Ways to weave calm moments into your day without adding tasksQuote From the Episode"You are doing enough. You are enough, and you are allowed to rest."Encouragement for the WeekDecember may be busy, but you do not have to absorb all the chaos around you. Take a pause, take a breath, and give yourself permission to rest. You are doing more good than you know.Grab the Show Notes: Counselingessentials.org/podcastJoin Perks Counseling Club Membership and get the lessons, small group and individual counseling materials you need. Join now and get your first month free when you sign up for 3 months!Connect with Carol:TpT StoreCounseling Essentials WebsiteInstagramFacebookElementary School Counselor Exchange Facebook GroupCaught In The Middle School Counselors Facebook GroupHigh School Counselor Connection Facebook GroupMentioned in this episode:Perks Membership

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In today's episode, Gina discusses an important strategy to help individuals suffering with anxiety: identify things that are not within your control and let go of any requirement to control outcomes relating to these things. We live in an uncertain world and our ability to control external events can be extremely limited. It is an enormous gift you can give yourself, to let go of the expectation that you can control such external forces. Listen in and learn how you can give yourself this gift today and in perpetuity, into the future.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!Quote:You have power over your mind — not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.- Marcus AureliusChapters0:26 Introduction to Finding Calm2:49 Control vs. Acceptance6:26 Reflecting on What You Can Control9:29 The Courage of Acceptance12:02 The Power of Kindness13:52 Embracing Uncertainty15:02 Returning to Inner PeaceSummaryIn today's episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I delve into the vital topic of what we can truly control amidst the turmoil and uncertainty that so many are facing in the world today. As we navigate our lives filled with pressures from work, family, and health, it has become increasingly essential to reconnect with our internal sense of calm. So often, we allow anxiety to take the driver's seat, leading us to believe that if we can control every aspect of our lives, we will find peace. However, I invite you to explore with me the paradigm shift that comes from recognizing what is indeed within our control and what isn't.The discussion begins by acknowledging the overwhelming nature of our current environment, where uncertainty seems to prevail. In these moments, our minds can spiral into an anxious loop filled with "what if" scenarios. I highlight that while our minds are extraordinary problem solvers and have kept us safe throughout history, that very capability can become counterproductive when anxiety takes hold. As we unpack this, we see how anxiety amplifies our reactions to uncertainty, leading us to try managing aspects of life that are far beyond our reach.I introduce the idea of a conceptual circle that represents the dichotomy between what we control and what we don't. Inside this circle, we can focus on elements such as our choices, self-care, and responses to daily challenges. Outside that circle lies the unpredictable — the weather, other people's decisions, and countless scenarios that we cannot influence. I emphasize the crucial shift towards redirecting our attention from the outer circle back to our own sphere of influence, positing that our true power resides there.#AnxietyCoachesPodcast, #GinaRyan, #Anxiety, #FindingCalm, #Uncertainty, #Control, #Acceptance, #Mindfulness, #InnerPeace, #SelfCare, #StressRelief, #Resilience, #MentalWellness, #WhatIsInYourControl, #Stoicism, #MarcusAurelius, #AnxietyManagement, #LettingGo, #NotAControlFreak, #AnxiousMind, #NervousSystem, #EmotionalRegulation, #PeaceInThePresent, #StopFixing, #EmbraceUncertainty, #MentalHealthMatters, #AnxietyAwareness, #PersonalPowerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode, Gina responds to a listener question regarding fear of being alone as we age. The listeners fears and concerns are outlined and described. A constructive way to respond to these fears is provided: acceptance of what is presently in order to allow the present to unfold with as much calm and grace as possible. Despite our discomfort, we are here, we are ok, can can know peace and calm. Discover how to come to know peace and calm now so you can be prepared to discover connection when such opportunities present themselves, listen in today!Episode mentioned in today's episode:546: Isolation From Fear Of Uncertaintly Listener Q and Ahttps://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/546-isolation-from-fear-of-uncertaintly-listener-q-and-a/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!Quote:Have patience with everything unresolved in your heart and try to love the questions themselves.-Rainer Maria RilkeChapters0:26 Welcome to the Anxiety Coaches Podcast15:48 Embracing Yourself in Loneliness16:10 Finding Peace and Kindness16:52 Conclusion and Next StepsSummaryIn this episode, I delve into a poignant issue that resonates deeply with many—loneliness. Inspired by a heartfelt message from a listener, I explore the feelings and anxieties that often accompany this profound human experience. Many people silently grapple with loneliness, and as I address the sentiments shared by our anonymous listener, I aim to shed light on the ways we can cultivate a sense of calm amidst these emotions.Our listener describes a struggle that is all too familiar: the fear of solitude and the yearning for companionship. At 62, he expresses concerns about his diminishing social circle and the daunting reality of facing each day alone. While he has attempted various avenues for connection, the lack of significant relationships brings a heavy anxiety that overshadows his days. Through our discussion, I aim to normalize these feelings, reminding listeners that loneliness is not a mark of failure or a personal flaw but rather a natural response signaling a need for connection.We delve into the emotional and biological implications of loneliness. I liken it to the feelings of hunger or thirst—a signal from our body indicating a deep-seated craving for interpersonal connection. This longing, when unmet, can trigger stress and elevate anxiety levels, propelling us into a cycle of panic and distress. Instead of allowing fear to guide our actions, I propose a different approach: cultivating acceptance and compassion for our feelings rather than a desperate urge to "fix" them.#Loneliness #Anxiety #AnxietyRelief #SelfCompassion #EmotionalHealing #Midlife #DatingOver60 #MentalHealth #FaithOverFear #InnerPeace #Calm #GinaRyan #AnxietyCoachesPodcast #LonelinessEpidemic #AnxietySucks #SelfKindness #EmotionalWellness #MidlifeCrisis #SeniorDating #EmotionalRegulation #NervousSystemCalm #FightOrFlight #AcceptancePractice #SacredPause #StopFixingStartAllowing #FloatingThroughIt #ComparisonScanning #BeWellAndAloha #GinaRyan #MentalHealthMatters #FearOfBeingAlone #ACPSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.