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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 4068: Allison Carmen explores how focusing on minor frustrations can cause us to overlook the beauty, opportunities, and positive experiences already present in our lives. Through relatable personal stories and practical examples, she demonstrates how shifting attention toward curiosity and appreciation can improve mood, perspective, and daily well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.allisoncarmen.com/are-you-too-focused-on-the-things-that-bother-you/ Quotes to ponder: "It is truly amazing how much joy and possibility you can add to your life when you shift your mindset to see all that is beautiful or interesting." "Sometimes we get stuck on the one thing a person said that caused hurt and forget everything they said that was positive." "We can harp on things about them that upset or aggravate us or search for the good stuff too." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Money can feel hard when you have ADHD, especially these days. In this FOCUSED class, we talk about why managing money is so challenging for ADHD brains and how shame, avoidance, impulsivity, and overwhelm can keep us stuck.You'll learn simple, ADHD-friendly strategies to build a healthier relationship with money, make decisions that align with your values, and create systems that help you get what you actually want. No budgeting perfection required.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Richard McGirr talks to Shawn Muneio as he shares the journey from traditional mortgage buying and joint ventures to operating multiple private credit funds, all while embracing regulation and automation. Discover how they're sourcing deals, managing credit risk, and educating retail investors in a way that feels simple and trustworthy. Shawn highlights how leveraging AI and power tools made recent growth possible without exponential overhead, allowing the team to manage hundreds of investors with just a handful of staff. Shawn Muneio Managing Partner of Bequest Funds Based in: Sarasota, Florida Where to find them: https://www.instagram.com/smuneio/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-muneio-92884621/ Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit https://malabarhillcapital.com/ for more info. Podcast production done by⁠ ⁠Outlier Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Formative Years in St. Louis. Guest Author: Keach Hagey. This segment explores Sam Altman's childhood in St. Louis during the 1980s and 90s. Hagey describes Altman's parents: Jerry, an idealistic real estate developer focused on affordable housing, and Connie, a highly ambitious dermatologist who set rigorous expectations for her four children. As the eldest, Sam was identified early as being intellectually "on another plane." At sixteen, he candidly came out to his mother, who eventually moved past her initial health-related fears to maintain their strong bond. A defining influence was the John Burroughs School, a progressive private institution that instilled a moral responsibility to use one's talents to improve the world. Despite his technological interests in programming and ham radio, Altman was noted for his precocious charisma and ability to engage adults on topics ranging from computer science to human rights. The segment concludes with his decision to attend Stanford University. 2

Episode Summary In this episode, Karl Bryan and Rode Dog dive deep into the difference between being "rich" and "wealthy," explore frameworks for financial decision-making, and break down practical systems to help coaches and business owners accumulate lasting, quiet wealth (not just loud riches). They tackle the psychology behind wealth, the dangers of FOMO-driven habits, good versus bad debt, AI's role in coaching, and unconventional book recommendations for sharper coaching minds. Stick around for Karl's "moment of Zen" on intentionally shaping the feel of your life and business. Key Topics Covered Rich vs. Wealthy: The Real Difference Karl Bryan lays out the classic Shaq example: "I'm rich making $10 million, but the team owner is wealthy." Rich displays as loud (cars, houses, spend), while wealth is quiet and built by what you don't spend or sell—accumulated over time 02:30. Wealth results from assets held and never sold, while rich is about consumption and visible spending. FOMO and "keeping up with the Kardashians" fuel expensive habits that keep people from accumulating real wealth 05:48. Good Debt vs. Bad Debt Good debt creates positive returns (e.g., property investments that cashflow or machinery that generates more than its payment). Bad debt (especially student loans) is debt you can't escape, often with no financial upside 08:35. Why Optionality Trumps Just "Getting Rich" Karl explains why optionality—having choices—is the ultimate wealth: "Live where you want, drive what you want, do what you want." But beware of moving the goalposts due to FOMO 09:28. Tariffs and Manufacturing Jobs The duo discuss why tariffs alone aren't bringing back traditional manufacturing jobs. AI, automation, and energy are where the future is headed—not trying to revive 1950s economies 12:10. Unconventional Book Recommendations for Coaches Deep-dive recommendations include "Confessions of an Economic Hitman," "The Creature from Jekyll Island," "Antifragile," "What I Learned Losing a Million Dollars," "Sapiens," and "Principles." Each offers powerful mental models, psychological insights, and frameworks—far beyond conventional business books 16:16. Real Estate as a Growth Lever Karl shares advanced real estate strategies (especially in niches like mobile homes and boutique hotels), advocating for accumulating assets that pay you forever, not just selling for a one-time gain 30:09. Designing Your Home, Business, and Life for the Right Feel The "moment of Zen" focuses on intentionally defining how you want your business, home, and life to feel—and structuring rules, systems, and rewards to support that vision 34:17. Notable Quotes "Rich is loud, wealthy is quiet. You want to become wealthy. You want to guide your clients to be wealthy." – Karl Bryan 07:00 "Earned money equals never sell… Introduce me to a family with old money, and I'll introduce you to a great-grandfather who didn't sell." – Karl Bryan 04:25 "FOMO is your most expensive habit... We used to keep up with the Joneses, now it's keeping up with the Kardashians." – Karl Bryan 05:47 "Leadership starts with telling the truth. You have to tell yourself the truth." – Karl Bryan 05:20 "Tariffs: you can't tariff your way back to 1950. The jobs coming back are automated factories with robotic jobs. Amazon 101." – Karl Bryan 12:28 "The real opportunity is energy, tech, and land. That's where the big dogs are investing." – Karl Bryan 12:51 "Optionality is the ultimate goal: the happiest, most peaceful people have lots of options." – Karl Bryan 40:14 Actionable Takeaways Understand & Teach the REAL Difference: Make sure both you and your clients aim to quietly accumulate wealth by holding and nurturing assets, instead of focusing on appearances or loud spending. Leverage Good Debt: Only take on debt that creates positive cashflow and avoid high-interest, no-upside consumer and student debt. Set (and Don't Move) the Goalposts: Establish clear financial targets for yourself and clients and beware of letting FOMO push you into perpetual "more chasing." Read for Leverage: Go beyond trendy business books; seek out foundational texts that give you frameworks on systems, psychology, power, and wealth that most coaches overlook. Build Systems Over Motivation: Use principles and mental models (like those from "Principles" and "Antifragile") to make wealth and happiness inevitable in your business and life. Structure for Feel, Not Just Achievement: Define how you want your business, home, and vacations to feel—then create rules and systems that support that intention. Resources Mentioned Book Recommendations: Confessions of an Economic Hitman (John Perkins) The Creature from Jekyll Island (G. Edward Griffin) Antifragile (Nassim Nicholas Taleb) What I Learned Losing a Million Dollars (Jim Paul & Brendan Moynihan) Sapiens (Yuval Noah Harari) Principles (Ray Dalio) Profit Acceleration Software (by Karl Bryan): Proven system for compounding profit growth for coaches and their clients. Focused.com – Daily emails, coaching resources, and more Networking & Market Analysis: Understand your Total Addressable Market (TAM), find your niche, and track where "the puck is going." If you enjoyed the episode, please subscribe, share with a fellow coach, and leave a review. See you next week on Business Coaching Secrets! Ready to elevate your coaching business? Don't wait! Listen to this episode now and make strides towards your goals. Visit Focused.com for more information on the Profit Acceleration Software™ and join the thriving community. Get a demo at https://go.focused.com/profit-acceleration

Pastor Skip challenges you to stand firm in your calling—and not give in to fear, pressure, or compromise.

Today on Connect with Skip Heitzig, Pastor Skip challenges you to stand firm in your calling—and not give in to fear, pressure, or compromise. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/104/29?v=20251111

Primary Fallout. Trump Blows Up Housing Bill for SAVE Act—Because He's Focused on the Elections. DJT Thinks He's a UFC Fighter. Hegseth's Pentagon Purge Continues. Good News for Independents in DC.  Flu Outbreak Sickens Hundreds of Troops.  Mamdani is the new king of the Democratic Socialists, and he didn't get there by accident. He understood that closed primaries are a rigged game where the players are also the referees — and he played that game to perfection while more than a million New York City independents were locked out of the vote that actually decides who represents them. Paul Rieckhoff breaks down what happened in NYC, in Maryland, and in Utah, why Brad Lander worked so hard to kill the open primaries ballot initiative, and what the rise of the far left in safe-blue cities means for the angry middle that has nowhere left to go. From there, the briefing widens out. The Senate finally voted to check Trump's Iran war powers — with an asterisk worth knowing about. Hegseth forced the retirement of General CD Donahue, the last soldier out of Afghanistan, and the patriotic purged are starting to file for office. Trump botched a Medal of Honor ceremony, fixated on UFC fighters' muscles, and pushed a SAVE Act designed to scare Americans away from the ballot box. Paul also flags some good news: DC just funded open primaries, retired Navy Admiral Nancy LaCore won her South Carolina primary, and a six-tour combat veteran named Kate Connolly is coming for Mike Lawler in the Hudson Valley. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Visit Kalshi and trade on anything. Use code [INDEPENDENT] to get ten dollars when you trade ten. -Join Noble Mobile today and get a $100 bonus when you use code PAUL and stay a member for 2 months! -Join IVA and help us get independent veterans elected to office. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Johnny Crowder shares his journey from personal mental health challenges to building Cope Notes, a leading mental health texting platform. He discusses the importance of focus, sticking to your mission, and strategic scaling in entrepreneurship."Anyone building something extraordinary sticks to the plan"Chapters00:00 Johnny Crowder's Reflection on Building Focus00:53 Introduction to Johnny Crowder and his Mission02:31 Johnny's Personal Journey with Mental Health04:02 Challenges in Selling to Enterprise Clients06:58 Memorable Contracts and Scaling Milestones11:27 Upcoming Features and International Expansion13:55 Advice for New Entrepreneurs17:26 Influences and Future Inspirations18:46 Where to Find Johnny and Cope Notes"People won't always articulate what they need" Other Takeaways*How to handle rejection and build credibility*Stick to your core mission and avoid shiny object syndrome*Build infrastructure for big opportunities even before they arrive*Focus on incremental progress and celebrate small wins*Lessons learned from building and scaling Cope Notes*Persistence and focus are key to long-term success*Strategic partnerships and legal considerations are crucial in scalingSend us Fan MailSupport the showRemember to subscribe for the next episode. Show Sponsor: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.com (Download your Podcast Launch Checklist for only $1 here)Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

Pastor Skip reveals how distraction can derail your spiritual growth—and why staying focused is essential to finishing well.

Twist & Balance Flow — Complete Practice (73 min, 28 min preview)A steady complete practice built around twisting, balance, and the quiet work of finding focus when your energy isn't at its highest. This class layers standing stability and rotational movement into a well-rounded flow that feels physically engaging while remaining emotionally light and approachable.Although the room arrived a little tired, there's an easy sense of humor woven throughout the practice that keeps the work from ever feeling heavy. The result is a class that asks for concentration without seriousness, using twists and balance challenges to gradually sharpen attention and settle the mind.Rather than chasing intensity, this practice reminds us that calm isn't something we wait for—it's something we build.New class every Tuesday. 350+ full classes in the Unlimited Archive at JustGreatYoga.com

Today on Connect with Skip Heitzig, Pastor Skip reveals how distraction can derail your spiritual growth—and why staying focused is essential to finishing well. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/104/29?v=20251111

911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. Behind Every Emergency Call Is Someone Carrying the Weight of Another Person's Worst Day. When most people think of first responders, they picture police officers racing toward danger, firefighters battling flames, or paramedics fighting to save lives. The episode is available to listen to Free. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms. #LawEnforcementTalk #Free #Podcast #Radio But there is another group of heroes who experience unimaginable tragedy every day without ever leaving their chairs. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast social media like their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too. Their battlefield isn't on the streets. Supporting articles about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium , Blogspot and Linkedin. It's Trauma on The Phone. Every scream... Every desperate plea... Every child crying... Every gunshot... Every final breath... It all comes through a headset. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. On the latest episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, host John Jay Wiley welcomes Alex LeFever, a veteran 911 dispatcher who shares what many dispatchers have silently carried for years. The episode is available across major platforms including their website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, with highlights shared across their Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn profiles. His story reminds listeners that emotional scars don't require physical danger. Sometimes the deepest wounds are heard, not seen. The Calls That Never Leave Alex worked as a 911 dispatcher in both Arkansas and Pennsylvania. Like many emergency telecommunicators, thousands of calls blended together over time. But a few never disappeared. One involved a three-week-old baby. Another involved a woman trapped in a violent domestic abuse situation, who shot her attacker. Alex listened helplessly as the assault unfolded over the phone. Those voices never truly left him. "There are calls you never forget," Alex explains. "They stay with you long after your shift ends." Unlike police officers or firefighters who eventually arrive at a scene and begin resolving the crisis, dispatchers often experience something mental health experts call truncated trauma. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. Available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and most major Podcast networks. They hear the terror. They imagine the scene. Then the phone disconnects. Most never learn how the story ended. Their minds are left to fill in the blanks. 911 Dispatchers Are Often the First First Responders Whether dispatchers are officially recognized as first responders depends largely on where they work. Many states, including California, Washington, and Delaware, have passed laws officially recognizing emergency dispatchers as first responders. Federal classifications have historically categorized them as administrative employees rather than protective service professionals. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms. That distinction has sparked ongoing bipartisan efforts in Congress to update federal classifications through legislation such as the 9-1-1 SAVES Act and the Enhancing First Response Act. Regardless of job titles, dispatchers perform life-saving work every day. They calm panicked callers. Guide CPR. Provide emergency childbirth instructions. Coordinate police, fire, and EMS responses. Gather critical intelligence. Save lives. Long before emergency vehicles arrive, dispatchers are already working to keep victims alive. "They're often the first voice people hear during the worst moment of their lives." Trauma on The Phone Is Real Mental health professionals increasingly recognize that dispatchers experience extraordinarily high rates of Secondary Traumatic Stress (STS) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast continues bringing listeners real conversations from the front lines of crime, policing, trauma, survival, and healing. Unlike field responders, dispatchers experience trauma through sound alone. The human brain reacts as if it is physically present. Adrenaline surges. Heart rate increases. Stress hormones flood the body. Yet dispatchers must remain calm. Professional. Focused. They cannot panic. They cannot cry. They simply answer the next call. Hour after hour. Day after day. Over time, that emotional weight accumulates. Symptoms may include: • Reliving disturbing calls • Hearing callers' voices long after work • Difficulty concentrating • Hyper-vigilance • Emotional numbness • Burnout • Insomnia • High blood pressure • Chronic stress Many dispatchers suffer silently because few people understand what their job truly involves. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. The complete interview is available as a Free Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, and major podcast platforms. Healing Doesn't Always Come Easy For Alex, recovery became intentional. He found one powerful outlet inside the gym. Weight training became more than exercise. It became therapy. "Training should enhance your life, not consume it," Alex says. His fitness journey actually began at just ten years old. By age seventeen, he had already set four International Powerlifting Association world records in the 198-pound class, including a remarkable 490-pound deadlift that stood for years. Today his philosophy is much different. Rather than chasing perfection, Alex helps people create sustainable health around real life. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. Listeners can hear the complete interview on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and other major Podcast, Radio, News, and Media platforms. "Life still needs to happen," he says. "Cake at birthday parties. Family dinners. Saturday morning French toast." Instead of unrealistic fitness expectations, Alex teaches balance. He specializes in helping first responders, shift workers, and everyday people overcome obstacles traditional fitness programs often ignore. Irregular schedules. Old injuries. Chronic stress. Sleep disruption. Mental fatigue. His coaching adapts to reality instead of demanding perfection. Supporting the People Behind the Headset Mental health experts continue emphasizing that dispatchers need the same support systems increasingly available to police officers, firefighters, and paramedics. The podcast is available on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, and other major podcast platforms. Peer support. Critical incident debriefings. Professional counseling. Trauma education. Preventative mental health training. Organizations dedicated to dispatcher wellness continue advocating for stronger mental health resources while many states are expanding PTSD workers' compensation protections for emergency telecommunicators. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. Recognizing dispatcher trauma isn't simply about changing job titles. It's about acknowledging invisible injuries before they become life-changing ones. A Story Every First Responder Should Hear Alex LeFever's conversation offers an honest look inside one of public safety's least understood professions. Listen to the full story on the Free Podcast, available on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast Website, on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and more. His story is about resilience. Trauma. Recovery. Fitness. Mental health. And recognizing that heroes aren't always the ones wearing body armor. Sometimes they're wearing a headset. Sometimes they're the calm voice who answers when someone dials three simple numbers. Listen to the Full Conversation Hear Alex LeFever's remarkable story on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, available on their website, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio and most major Podcast platforms. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. Watch, listen, and share this Free Audio interview across your favorite Social Media channels and help shine a light on the invisible trauma experienced by emergency dispatchers every single day. Because 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too, and understanding Trauma on The Phone may be the first step toward helping those who spend their careers helping everyone else. The episode is available to listen to Free. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms. Learn and get access to money saving tips and how to increase your net worth at www.LetSavings.com Listen to this powerful #Free Podcast episode featuring Marci Hopkins on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and major Podcast platforms nationwide. Download the Free Ebook about ways and tips to improve your health. You can get the ebook for free at www.LetHealthy.com Get the Free Clubhouse App, it is Drop In Social Audio. Think of it as your own talk radio show on your phone, and best of all it is free. Be sure to look for me and follow me, that's John J Wiley or @letradioshow  you can do all that here. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast social media like their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. You can contact John J. “Jay” Wiley by email at Jay@letradio.com , or learn more about him on their website . Find a wide variety of great podcasts online at The Podcast Zone Facebook Page , look for the one with the bright green logo. Be sure to check out our website . Be sure to follow us on X , Instagram , Facebook, Pinterest, Linkedin and other social media platforms for the latest episodes and news. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. 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This episode recorded live at the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference features Gary Herschman, Healthcare Transactions Shareholder, Baker Donelson, and Dana Jacoby, President & CEO, Vector Medical Group. Here, they discuss how joint ventures and strategic partnerships are evolving across musculoskeletal care and explore the growing role of physicians, hospitals, private equity, payers, and ASC operators in shaping future care models, governance structures, and value creation strategies.This episode is sponsored by Baker Donelson.

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference features Gary Herschman, Healthcare Transactions Shareholder, Baker Donelson, and Dana Jacoby, President & CEO, Vector Medical Group. Here, they discuss how joint ventures and strategic partnerships are evolving across musculoskeletal care and explore the growing role of physicians, hospitals, private equity, payers, and ASC operators in shaping future care models, governance structures, and value creation strategies.This episode is sponsored by Baker Donelson.

Nature in the Classroom with Ernesto Rodriguez: Creating Calmer, More Focused Learning SpacesWhat if supporting children's focus, well-being, and learning could begin with the spaces where they spend their day?In this episode, Victoria Hackett sits down with Ernesto Rodriguez, founder of Nature in the Classroom, to explore how nature-inspired learning environments can help children feel calmer, more engaged, and better able to learn. Drawing on his background in school psychology, photography, and environmental education, Ernesto shares the story behind his innovative work bringing tree canopy imagery into schools and classrooms.Together, they discuss the science behind our connection to nature, the role of biophilic design in education, and why creating restorative learning environments matters now more than ever.Whether you're a classroom teacher, outdoor educator, school leader, or parent, this conversation offers practical ideas and fresh inspiration for bringing more nature into children's daily lives.In This Episode:The story behind Nature in the ClassroomWhy our brains respond so strongly to natureThe research connecting nature and attentionHow classroom environments influence learning and behaviorWhat teachers and students experience after nature-inspired transformationsThe relationship between indoor environments and outdoor learningSimple ways educators can bring more nature into their classroomsWhy nature connection is essential for children's well-beingAbout Ernesto Rodriguez:Ernesto Rodriguez is the founder of Nature in the Classroom, a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing the benefits of nature into schools through immersive tree canopy installations and nature-inspired learning environments. His work combines school psychology, photography, and environmental education to help create spaces where children can thrive.Resources:Nature in the ClassroomFacebookInstagramContact ErnestoConnect with Victoria:For more conversations about outdoor learning, nature-based education, and raising connected, curious children, subscribe to The Outdoor Classrooms Podcast and share this episode with a fellow educator.Website: www.outdoor-classrooms.comEmail: Victoria@outdoor-classrooms.comInstagramFacebookOutdoor Classroom Resources & Links:

I appreciate people who help us paradigm shifts. I have viewed life as progressing to the next goal. The next destination. Focused on what I can add to my achievements. And yet as I've gotten older and dealt with more things that have humbled and tempered me, I've started wondering if there is as much or more growth, not from adding, but subtracting. Not from learning new things, but unlearning old things. In a similar concept, my guest today says, “Transformation is the power of departure.” DR. ROSENNA BAKARI is a psychologist, empowerment expert, and educator who has just published a book titled, Seven Exits: Leave Behind What No Longer Serves You. Rosenna had a childhood seizure at age seven and was misdiagnosed as “mildly retarded.” She went on however to be identified as mentally gifted. At age 17 she entered Cornell University and by age 22 earned her Ph.D. in Educational Psychology. For more than 25 years, Dr. Bakari taught psychology to graduate and undergraduate students, published peer-reviewed articles, and delivered presentations across the country with a focus on empowerment, healing, and transformation. Here is a quote I tuned into from Rosenna, “High-quality mental well-being displays positive characteristics, such as managing stress and recovering from adversity. It also includes emotional regulation, self-awareness, and cognitive flexibility. However, individuals with high mental functioning can still be disempowered.” I feel we have a culture that feels tremendously disempowered, even amongst the so-called, “successful.” So I dug into the issue with Rosenna. Sign up for your $1/month trial period at shopify.com/kevin Go to shipstation.com and use code KEVIN to start your free trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjxN2VF1Fr4 { “article”: “## When You’re Standing at the Edge of Your PromisennThere’s a moment every believer eventually faces — you’ve stepped out in faith, you’ve followed the call of God, and just when fulfillment seems within reach, everything starts pressing against you. The enemy shows up. Doubt creeps in. You begin to wonder if you heard God correctly in the first place.nnBishop Robert Daniels, speaking at Lineage Church on Father’s Day, delivered a timely word for anyone standing at that threshold: the edge between wilderness and inheritance. Drawing from Isaiah 59, Isaiah 60, and the Gospel of John, he unpacked what it truly means to possess what God has promised — and why the standard God raises against the enemy is more powerful than most believers realize.nn## The Wilderness Strikes Hardest Right Before BreakthroughnnOne of the most important observations Bishop Daniels shared was this: the enemy doesn’t attack randomly. He comes in specifically when you are about to enter into fulfillment.nn”God is a God that declares the end from the beginning,” he said, “but he doesn’t give you any indication about that middle part — that wilderness part, that part where you don’t know your own name sometimes.”nnThis is a pattern as old as Scripture itself. When the children of Israel stood at the border of the Promised Land, they weren’t defeated by the giants — they were defeated by their own perception. Numbers 13 records that the spies said, “We saw ourselves as grasshoppers in our own eyes.” The enemy’s most effective weapon isn’t brute force — it’s psychological warfare that causes you to disqualify yourself from what God has already declared belongs to you.nnWhen you say “I can’t possess this,” Bishop Daniels reminded the congregation, it is essentially the same as saying “God can’t.” That posture grieves the Spirit and cuts you off from the very power that was meant to carry you through.nn## Isaiah 59:19 — Understanding the StandardnnThe anchor scripture for this message comes from Isaiah 59:19:nn”So shall they fear the name of the Lord from the west, and His glory from the rising of the sun. When the enemy comes in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord will lift up a standard against him.”nnMost believers are more familiar with what the enemy is doing than with what the Spirit of God is doing. We can easily list the attacks, the setbacks, the pressures. But Isaiah tells us something critical: when the flood comes, the Holy Spirit doesn’t stand idle. He raises a standard.nnBishop Daniels spent years studying this passage — consulting Hebrew concordances, examining alternate translations — and arrived at a profound revelation through prayer: the standard the Holy Spirit raises is Jesus Christ himself, lifted up in his crucifixion.nnThis connects directly to Jesus’ words in John 12:31-32: “Now is the judgment of this world. Now the ruler of this world will be cast out. And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.” The cross is not just a historical event. It is the active, ongoing standard raised against every flood the enemy sends.nn## The Power You Don’t See Because You’re Focused on the EnemynnOne of the most convicting threads throughout this message is the challenge Bishop Daniels places before every believer: do you know what Jesus has done better than you know what the devil is doing?nnMany believers operate from a sin-consciousness rather than a righteousness-consciousness. They measure themselves by their failures or their successes and find their identity in what they do rather than in what Christ has accomplished. This is precisely why spiritual fathers matter — the bishop pointed out that fathers in the faith help circumcise that sin-consciousness from their spiritual children, freeing them to walk in the righteousness that comes not from performance, but from the finished work of Jesus.nn”It’s not what you do or what you’ve done, good or bad,” he declared. “It’s what Jesus did.”nnThis is the foundation of possessing your inheritance. You cannot step into what God has for you if your faith is anchored in your own track record. The moment your eyes shift from the standard — from the lifted-up Christ — to your own capabilities or failures, you begin to shrink back just like the ten spies who saw themselves as grasshoppers.nn## John 3:14 — The Pattern of the Serpent in the WildernessnnBishop Daniels brought in a powerful parallel from John 3:14, where Jesus himself draws a comparison: “As Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up.”nnIn Numbers 21, the Israelites were being bitten by serpents because they had spoken against God and Moses during a difficult stretch of the journey — a detour that felt unnecessary to them. God’s instruction for healing was simple and strange: look at the bronze serpent Moses lifted up, and live. No striving. No earning. Just look.nnJesus says he is that standard lifted up. The healing, the freedom, the possession of inheritance — it all flows from looking to him. From believing what has already been accomplished.nnThis is not passive Christianity. It is the deepest kind of faith — the faith that says “it is finished” and acts accordingly, even when the circumstances look like a flood.nn## Entering Your Isaiah 60 MomentnnBishop Daniels spoke of a season he believes the church is entering — what he called an Isaiah 60 moment. Isaiah 60:1 commands, “Arise, shine, for your light has come.” It is a declaration that what belongs to you will come to you. Not because you are striving in need, but because God wants to move his people out of a needy, striving posture and into the fullness of what he has already deposited within them.nnThe Holy Spirit, dwelling inside every believer, reveals what the Father has hidden within you. But you will never access it if you are consumed with what the enemy is doing rather than what the Spirit is revealing.nn## What the Wilderness Is Teaching YounnBefore closing, Bishop Daniels offered a question every believer in a hard season should sit with: “What have you learned about the Father in this season?”nnWilderness seasons are not accidents. They are not signs that God has abandoned you or that you missed his voice. They are the very crucible in which faith becomes real — not just recited, but lived. “You won’t know what faith really is,” he said plainly, “until you come to the end of yourself.”nnGod brings his people to the end of themselves not to humiliate them, but to show them how strong they really are in him. The same God who called you out is the same God who will bring you in.nnIf you find yourself in a season of pressure, discouragement, or confusion today, Bishop Daniels’ word is a timely reminder: the standard has already been raised. The flood the enemy sent against your house does not have the final word. The Holy Spirit has lifted up Jesus — and that changes everything.nnLook up. Your inheritance is closer than you think.”, “keywords”: [“Spiritual Inheritance”, “Faith”, “Identity in Christ”, “Spiritual Warfare”, “The Cross”, “Isaiah 59”, “Breakthrough”, “Spiritual Fatherhood”], “meta_description”: “Discover how to possess your God-given inheritance by understanding the standard God raises against the enemy — the lifted-up Christ of Isaiah 59 and John 12.”, “slug”: “possessing-your-inheritance-through-the-standard”, “summary”: “Bishop Robert Daniels unpacks Isaiah 59:19 and the power of Christ as God’s standard raised against the enemy when you’re on the verge of your inheritance.” }

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Following Jesus was never meant to be a private journey. In Week 4 of our This Is Us series, we explore what it means to live on mission by building authentic relationships and boldly inviting people to follow Jesus. Discover why the mission isn't just for pastors or missionaries, how God uses ordinary conversations to change lives, and how one simple invitation can have an eternal impact. You may be closer to someone's breakthrough than you realize.

Can small habit changes really lead to a more productive, focused, and happy life? They can! Author and podcaster Jeff Sanders's shares his secrets to forming habits that lead to success.Encore Episode: Episode 598 originally aired May 2020Modern Mentor is a Quick and Dirty Tips Podcast, hosted by Rachel Cooke!Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email: modernmentor@quickanddirtytips.com Discover more from Modern Mentor!FacebookLinkedInNewsletterTranscripts available on your podcast app or QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://greatness.lnk.to/1940DM The paradigm shift hits fast. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon doesn't think we're over fat. We're under muscled. Skeletal muscle isn't just for lifting. It's your metabolic currency. Your body dispatches glucose through it, burns fat in it, and leans on it when illness or injury strike. The markers everyone defaults to, BMI and body fat percentage, are measuring the wrong thing entirely. More muscle doesn't automatically mean healthier muscle. Dr. Lyon explains the difference, and what actually matters. Sign up for the Greatness newsletter: http://www.greatness.com/newsletter Topics skeletal muscle health, muscle-centric medicine, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, insulin resistance, metabolic health, obesity root cause, body composition, glucose disposal, BMI limitations, muscle mass and longevity Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Here’s a clear, structured summary of the Dr. Pierre Johnson interview with Rushion McDonald from Money Making Conversations Masterclass, including its purpose, key takeaways, and notable quotes.

Operational Civic Leadership: Public Service, Transparency, and Grassroots Strategy with Ebie LynchIn a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Ebie Lynch, a candidate running for California Lieutenant Governor under the platform of Ebie Lynch for California, to explore the structural friction points currently stalling civic efficiency and community wellbeing. Ebie, a 24-year Air Force veteran and former specialized prison nurse, brings an analytical, mission-first perspective to public governance, dismantling the gridlocked partisan rhetoric that often alienates everyday citizens. This conversation delivers an intentional operational framework for enterprise leaders, community advocates, and civic minded professionals who are looking to eliminate regulatory debt, foster absolute budgetary transparency, and apply disciplined grassroots strategy to solve the compounding cost-of-living crises facing local economies.Civic Infrastructure: Driving Economic Resilience and Accountability through Mission-First GovernanceThe primary bottleneck dragging down regional economic vitality is the systemic accumulation of excessive regulatory red tape and unexamined public overhead. Ebie Lynch argues that when a government structure operates without clear internal accountability, it naturally introduces friction into local business pipelines, forcing small-to-mid-sized enterprises to pass administrative costs directly down to working-class consumers. True structural scalability within a civic ecosystem is achieved by simplifying licensing procedures, establishing "one-stop-shop" permitting systems, and mapping public tax spending to empirical data tracking models. By treating government spending as a strict corporate balance sheet that demands clear reporting, leadership can cut through waste, ease unnecessary tax debt, and allow regional businesses to retain the capital necessary to drive predictable market expansion and lower everyday cost burdens.Transitioning public healthcare and food logistics into self-sustaining, cost-effective engines requires a top-down commitment to preventative design and localized supply chain optimization. Many institutional frameworks make the expensive mistake of treating downstream illnesses with hyper-reactive, high-cost medical interventions rather than designing proactive, preventative community infrastructure. Real systemic optimization is unlocked when executive leadership builds cross-functional partnerships between regional healthcare providers and local agricultural producers, leveraging California's vast resource abundance to deliver fresh produce directly into localized distribution points. Shifting corporate and community wellness programs toward this preventative, thesis-driven approach significantly mitigates out-of-pocket operational costs, ensuring that health infrastructure protects human capital rather than bleeding corporate or civic margins.Furthermore, building an authoritative and resilient movement in a highly competitive arena demands a disciplined approach to grassroots media and authentic narrative design. When an independent cause or emerging enterprise lacks access to massive institutional capital, it must bypass traditional gatekeepers by leveraging organic digital channels, word-of-mouth networks, and consistent thought leadership. Maintaining strict emotional discipline and civility in the face of marketplace noise or digital setbacks serves as a critical differentiator that positions an enterprise or a leader as a steady, trusted authority figure. When operational precision, radical transparency, and human-centric audience engagement are synthesized under a unified strategy, a grassroots initiative successfully maximizes its reach. This structured model transforms individual participation from an ad-hoc choice into a powerful, collaborative force capable of multiplying long-term institutional value.About Ebie LynchEbie Lynch is a decorated United States Air Force veteran, a former specialized prison nurse, and a dedicated civic candidate running for California Lieutenant Governor. Drawing from more than two decades of rigorous military logistics management and clinical healthcare oversight, Ebie infuses a high-accountability, people-first philosophy into public policy. She is an independent strategic advisor and grassroots advocate focused on helping communities eliminate administrative bottlenecks, improve public health access, and implement sustainable economic reforms.About Ebie Lynch for CaliforniaEbie Lynch for California is the central digital hub and campaign infrastructure platform backing Ebie Lynch's run for Lieutenant Governor. The platform provides voters, business owners, and local advocates with direct access to data-driven policy whitepapers, community permitting reform proposals, and transparent public budgeting frameworks. Through structured volunteer action plans and clear educational outreach, Ebie Lynch for California enables citizens to participate directly in scaling civic transparency and reviving local economies.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeEbie Lynch for California Campaign Website: ebielynchforcalifornia.comKey Episode HighlightsThe Mission-First Leadership Model: Applying 24 years of disciplined military systems engineering to streamline complex public governance pipelines.Eradicating Regulatory Debt: Strategic frameworks to simplify local business permitting and licensing to stimulate grassroots market growth.The Preventative Healthcare Shift: Constructing cross-functional supply loops between local agriculture and health networks to lower out-of-pocket medical overhead.Absolute Budgetary Transparency: Utilizing strict, data-driven non-financial audits to report exactly how public capital is distributed.The Grassroots Authority Blueprint: Overcoming institutional funding barriers by leveraging digital media and human-centric storytelling to scale a movement.ConclusionThe conversation with Ebie Lynch reinforces that true organizational optimization—whether in a corporate enterprise or a public entity—requires a balanced synthesis of structural discipline and transparent accountability. By standardizing internal performance metrics, removing process friction from the frontline, and protecting long-term foundational value, leaders can transform a volatile environment into a streamlined, high-performance asset.More from The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

Episode Summary In this episode of Business Coaching Secrets, Karl Bryan and Road Dog get real about what separates truly elite business coaches from the rest. Karl unpacks the mindsets, systems, and beliefs that drive top coaches—and why persistence, identity, and serving before selling are the real secret weapons. The duo also dive into the controversies around billionaire entrepreneurs like Elon Musk, using them as powerful lessons in mindset, resilience, and value creation. If you want a step-by-step breakdown of what it actually takes to get more coaching clients, boost results, and build confidence (for yourself and your clients), this episode delivers the playbook. Key Topics Covered What Makes an Elite Business Coach Three Levels of Coaches: Hiders (avoidant), Wingers (improvising), and Installers (system-driven). Patterns of Success: Top coaches are "all in," keep it simple, focus on systems, and are resilient in the face of setbacks. Embracing Delayed Gratification: Like treasure hunter Mel Fisher, elite coaches believe in the long-term payoff and stick with it when others quit. Thinking in Percentages: Why tracking improvements as percentages—not raw numbers—is a pro's approach to growth and client results. The Mindset Ladder: From Identity to Lasting Results Winning the Battle in the Locker Room: Your mindset isn't just about positive thinking; it's about upgrading your core identity, beliefs, and values. Identity Drives Performance: What you believe about yourself shapes your daily behaviors and long-term outcomes. Action vs. Self-Sabotage: Without an identity shift, short-term wins won't stick open the door for self-sabotage. Lessons from Elon Musk: Mindset, Reinvestment, and Critics The All-In Mindset: Elon's willingness to risk it all, learn from failure, and reinvest in his vision is a playbook for business coaches. Serving Before Taking: Real wealth is created by solving big problems—focus on value and impact over comfort or luxury. Overcoming Fear, Doubt, and Limiting Stories Change How You Talk to Yourself: The stories you repeat about who you are become your reality. Three Powerful Beliefs: (a) It's possible, (b) I am the person for this, (c) It will be worth it. Don't Practice to Practice—Practice to Improve: 1% better every day creates exponential growth over time. Taking Real Action: "Three Conversations a Day" Empathy Isn't Enough: Are you actually reaching out to business owners in pain, or just feeling bad for them? Three Bone System: Always come prepared with three value bombs for every interaction. Serve from a Place of Love and Urgency: Operate from your deepest "why"—not just sales tactics. Notable Quotes "You just gotta go all in, right? Don't practice to practice. Practice to improve." —Karl Bryan "Optimists run the world. The end." —Karl Bryan "If your why doesn't make them cry, you're not done establishing it." —Karl Bryan "What you say to yourself about yourself when you're by yourself absolutely matters." —Karl Bryan "Empathy is great, but are you going to do anything about it?" —Karl Bryan Actionable Takeaways Pick Your Level: Get honest—are you hiding, winging it, or installing a real system with clients? Choose "installer." Track Progress as Percentages: Frame client wins as percentage improvements for real, motivating progress. Upgrade Your Identity: Audit the stories you tell yourself. Change "I struggle to get leads" to "I'm a person who always finds a way." Practice 1% Better Daily: Focus on continuous improvement rather than perfection. Serve Before You Sell: Make three real, solution-focused conversations daily your habit; lead with value, not desperation. Have Three Value Bombs Ready: Be prepared to drop actionable strategies with every prospect, no matter the direction of the conversation. Operate from Your "Why": Reconnect to the deeper reason you started coaching, and let that urgency propel action and outreach. Don't Let Setbacks Stop You: See obstacles as learning moments, not permanent failures. Resources Mentioned Books: Outwitting the Devil by Napoleon Hill Software & Tools: Profit Acceleration Software™ (by Karl Bryan) – for demonstrating instant, tangible value to clients Platforms: Focus.com – For Karl Bryan's daily emails and strategies

Love is in the air, in the Capital at least. Saturday is opening day for a bookstore focused on selling romance novels. The owner of XO Book Co in Willis Street says she wants to change people's ideas about the genre. Reporter Anya Fielding has a sneak preview and finds there's much more than Mills and Boon on the shelves.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Here’s a structured summary of the Leona Barr‑Davenport interview with Rushion McDonald from Money Making Conversations Masterclass, including its purpose, key takeaways, and notable quotes.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Here’s a structured summary of the Leona Barr‑Davenport interview with Rushion McDonald from Money Making Conversations Masterclass, including its purpose, key takeaways, and notable quotes.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Here’s a structured summary of the Leona Barr‑Davenport interview with Rushion McDonald from Money Making Conversations Masterclass, including its purpose, key takeaways, and notable quotes.

The Slamfest Podcast brings the premier rock concert pregaming experience from the parking lot to the podcasting airwaves.  Episode 314 - Piggy-backing on last week's episode, which revolved around Brad seeing Triumph and April Wine on 5/30/26 at Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre in Sterling Heights, MI.  This time Brad focuses the segments around April Wine.  For the Band on the Bill Spotlight, he creates his dream 25-song April Wine setlist.  After a Slamfest Tip of the Week, he is faced with a "Which Side are you On?" Side 1 or 2 from April Wine's live album, One For the Road - Deluxe Edition, from 1985. Music in this episode by: April Wine Black Sabbath Kiss Ozzy Visit the Slamfest Podcast online at: https://slamfest-podcast.simplecast.com Request to join the Slamfest Podcast private Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/slamfestpodcast E-mail us at : slamfestpodcast@gmail.com

Mike Schmitz previews his Road to Macstock session on starting a YouTube channel in 90 minutes, emphasizing creativity, repetition, audience connection, and practical tools over perfection. Mike discusses handling harsh comments, finding personal value in publishing, and using AI thoughtfully as a creative partner. His goal is to help get anyone on YouTube that wants to be there.  MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac from MacPaw. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code MACVOICES20 for 20% off at http://clnmy.com/MACVOICES Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Road to Macstock with Mike Schmitz 00:31 Chuck welcomes Mike Schmitz and previews the Macstock conversation 01:54 Mike explains his “start a YouTube channel in 90 minutes” session 03:42 Moving attendees from consuming information to taking action 04:33 Getting the reps in and learning by making videos 06:10 Why comparison to big creators misses the point 07:31 Starting a second channel and learning from YouTube limitations 09:17 Why simple gear is enough if the idea is clear 10:54 YouTube milestones, features, and starting small 12:55 Handling harsh YouTube comments and criticism 15:35 Creativity, transformation, and Mike's evolving focus 17:04 AI tools, the digital economy, and creative opportunity 20:03 Why even a small audience can be meaningful 21:44 Measuring impact beyond subscriber counts 23:00 Monetization, helping people, and ethical creator businesses 24:26 Overcoming excuses about writing, voice, and being on camera 25:59 Using AI tools without creating “AI slop” 27:42 Getting the creative flywheel started 29:04 How AI helped Mike improve a successful video hook 30:47 Using AI as an amplifier instead of a replacement 32:51 Deciding when to use AI and when to do the work yourself 34:14 Mike shares his Macstock discount code and mobile gear plans 35:24 Where to find Mike Schmitz and his projects 36:51 Final Macstock details and invitation to attend Creator Camp Links: Macstock Conference & Expo http://macstock.com Mike's discount code: practicalpkm Guests: Mike Schmitz is a YouTuber and podcaster who helps people use their tech to be more productive and creative. He co-hosts the Focused and Bookworm podcasts, writes a weekly newsletter, and produces screencasts for ScreenCastsOnline. He is the creator of LifeHQ, a done-for-you Obsidian vault with pre-built personal knowledge management workflows, and runs a private PKM community for serious sensemakers who want to get more out of their notes and ideas called The Library. Support: Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect: Web:      http://macvoices.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/ MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/ Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

Mike Schmitz previews his Road to Macstock session on starting a YouTube channel in 90 minutes, emphasizing creativity, repetition, audience connection, and practical tools over perfection. Mike discusses handling harsh comments, finding personal value in publishing, and using AI thoughtfully as a creative partner. His goal is to help get anyone on YouTube that wants to be there.  MacVoices is supported by CleanMyMac from MacPaw. Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code MACVOICES20 for 20% off at http://clnmy.com/MACVOICES Show Notes: Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Road to Macstock with Mike Schmitz 00:31 Chuck welcomes Mike Schmitz and previews the Macstock conversation 01:54 Mike explains his "start a YouTube channel in 90 minutes" session 03:42 Moving attendees from consuming information to taking action 04:33 Getting the reps in and learning by making videos 06:10 Why comparison to big creators misses the point 07:31 Starting a second channel and learning from YouTube limitations 09:17 Why simple gear is enough if the idea is clear 10:54 YouTube milestones, features, and starting small 12:55 Handling harsh YouTube comments and criticism 15:35 Creativity, transformation, and Mike's evolving focus 17:04 AI tools, the digital economy, and creative opportunity 20:03 Why even a small audience can be meaningful 21:44 Measuring impact beyond subscriber counts 23:00 Monetization, helping people, and ethical creator businesses 24:26 Overcoming excuses about writing, voice, and being on camera 25:59 Using AI tools without creating "AI slop" 27:42 Getting the creative flywheel started 29:04 How AI helped Mike improve a successful video hook 30:47 Using AI as an amplifier instead of a replacement 32:51 Deciding when to use AI and when to do the work yourself 34:14 Mike shares his Macstock discount code and mobile gear plans 35:24 Where to find Mike Schmitz and his projects 36:51 Final Macstock details and invitation to attend Creator Camp Links: Macstock Conference & Expo http://macstock.com Mike's discount code: practicalpkm Guests: Mike Schmitz is a YouTuber and podcaster who helps people use their tech to be more productive and creative. He co-hosts the Focused and Bookworm podcasts, writes a weekly newsletter, and produces screencasts for ScreenCastsOnline. He is the creator of LifeHQ, a done-for-you Obsidian vault with pre-built personal knowledge management workflows, and runs a private PKM community for serious sensemakers who want to get more out of their notes and ideas called The Library. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

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When life feels overwhelming, your breath is always with you.This short guided meditation is a simple invitation to pause, slow down, and reconnect with the steady rhythm that's been there all along. No special experience required. No perfect meditation posture. Just a few minutes to step away from the noise and return to the present moment.Whether you're feeling stressed, distracted, anxious, or simply need a reset, let your breath guide you home.When your mind won't stop racing, press play.Send us Fan MailFor those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude.We Didn't Plan For This Special SeriesThis series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn't plan for this either.”If you've gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story.You don't have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.How Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged...

In this episode, Miguel Gonzalez discusses practical ways to strengthen financial confidence during uncertain times. Learn why focusing on what you can control, avoiding emotional decisions, maintaining emergency savings, and revisiting long-term goals can help you navigate changing financial environments with greater perspective.Miguel Gonzalez is a Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and families design retirement income strategies and long-term financial plans. He is the Managing Partner of Cortburg Retirement Advisors, a boutique firm focused on retirement planning, investment management, and financial clarity.#FinancialConfidence #FinancialWellness #CortburgSpeaksRetirement #MiguelXGonzalez #FinancialPlanning #MoneyMindsetWelcome to Cortburg Speaks Retirement Podcast with Miguel Gonzalez, MBA, AIF®, CPFA®, CRC® CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO MIGUEL'S LATEST PODCAST FOLLOW US ON: YouTube->https://m.youtube.com/c/CORTBURGRETIREMENTADVISORSFacebook-> https://m.facebook.com/CortburgIncTwitter-> https://twitter.com/CortburgIncLinkedIn->https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguelxgonzalez/Website: www.CortburgRetirement.comEmail:     Miguel@CortburgRetirement.com

In today's episode, we'll explore eight ways that AI can be effectively integrated into the fourth step of AVID's focused note-taking process, when students summarize and reflect on their learning. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop-Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes new guest Cassandra Behr, Director of Transportation for Hays CISD, 2026 NSTA School Bus Driver International Safety Competition (SBDISC) host, and member of the NSTA Safety Competition Committee. The episode begins as Cassandra shares her journey into the school transportation industry and reflects on the experiences that shaped her leadership approach, while discussing what a “successful day” looks like from a safety standpoint. Curt and Cassandra also explore lessons learned from managing challenges, and how to balance the needs of students, staff, and the community. The duo reflect on the importance of the partnership between Hays CISD and NSTA, along with the critical work of the Safety Competition Committee. The episode wraps with a look ahead to the future of student transportation and where listeners can learn more about NSTA's annual safety competition and Hays CISD. Become a podcast subscriber and don't miss an episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop - NSTA Vendor Partners should reach out to us to take advantage of our comprehensive advertising package that reaches your target audience - student transportation professionals!Support the show

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/focused/258 http://relay.fm/focused/258 David Sparks and Mike Schmitz David & Mike discuss protecting your capacity, honoring your chronotype, and changing your personal defaults. David & Mike discuss protecting your capacity, honoring your chronotype, and changing your personal defaults. clean 3480 David & Mike discuss protecting your capacity, honoring your chronotype, and changing your personal defaults. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Vitally: Your Copilot for AI-Powered Customer Success. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code FOCUSED with this link and get 60% off an annual plan. Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended ad-free episodes with bonus deep dive content. Video version of this episode Intentional AI Robot Assistant Field Guide Atomic Habits by James Clear Deep Work by Cal Newport Dekáf Coffee Oura Ring 5 Focused #257: I Go By Vibes, with Stephen Robles Range by David Epstein Inside the Box by David Epstein

Yes! Trans attracted men who aren't relationship-focused are not chasers! Many men are going through their own personal journey of discovery and exploration. As men find themselves, relationships are not always top of mind, which doesn't instantly validate derogatory terms like chaser being hurled at them.

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:30:00 GMT http://relay.fm/focused/258 http://relay.fm/focused/258 Personal Defaults 258 David Sparks and Mike Schmitz David & Mike discuss protecting your capacity, honoring your chronotype, and changing your personal defaults. David & Mike discuss protecting your capacity, honoring your chronotype, and changing your personal defaults. clean 3480 David & Mike discuss protecting your capacity, honoring your chronotype, and changing your personal defaults. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Vitally: Your Copilot for AI-Powered Customer Success. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code FOCUSED with this link and get 60% off an annual plan. Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended ad-free episodes with bonus deep dive content. Video version of this episode Intentional AI Robot Assistant Field Guide Atomic Habits by James Clear Deep Work by Cal Newport Dekáf Coffee Oura Ring 5 Focused #257: I Go By Vibes, with Stephen Robles Range by David Epstein Inside the Box by David Epstein Dyi

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Johnny Lynum.

In the competitive world of hairdressing, standing out requires more than just technical skills. Many stylists struggle with confidence and imposter syndrome, especially when compared to industry giants like Vidal Sassoon or even your own twin brother!In this episode, we'll explore insights from renowned Manchester hairstylist, salon owner and educator, Paul Thompson, co-founder of Elevation H. We chat about redefining hairdressing education and creating a supportive salon environment. You'll learn why personality and teamwork are as crucial as technical skills in building a successful career in hairdressing.WANT MORE PAUL?Elevation H: https://elevation-h-members.thinkific.com/bundles/elevation-hSalon: https://www.instagram.com/thompsonstyleltd/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.thompson_/Hanzo UK: https://v1.hanzonation.co.uk/Hanzo UK IG: https://www.instagram.com/hanzonationukLOVE THIS EPISODE?Leave Your Ratings, Reviews & Comments on the Podcast! Your feedback allows for more nourishing content and for more on-point education for beauty & barber pros. SHOP PODCAST MERCH: https://the-beautypro-coach-shop.fourthwall.com/SHOP MY STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebeautyprocoachWANT MORE KRYSTINE? GET 1:1 COACHING: https://www.thebeautyprocoach.com/discovery-callsGET ON THE EMAIL LIST: ⁠https://bit.ly/3S5R2loSubscribe to The BeautyPro Podcast on Apple, Spotify & YouTube! APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-beautypro-podcast/id1700728724SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2km4Md6jjJMb7EyLvf0Huv?si=3f58fcf183e746e0Follow @thebeautyprocoach on Facebook & Instagramhttps://www.fb.com/thebeautyprocoachhttps://www.instagram.com/thebeautyprocoach

What A Day for the Podcast as we Catch up with Nathan McPeek. Head Football coach at Frederick Douglass High School in Lexington Ky. In today's episode Coach McPeek gives us a Look into the Broncos Program. A quick look back at 2025 but all eyes are now FOCUSED on the 2026 Season! This was the second time us visiting the Broncos and man this place is amazing. Top Notch Coaching Staff that showed us around. We truly appreciate the hospitality Coach McPeek BEST OF LUCK THIS SEASON we will be watching!!#c2wpnetwork #kentuckyhighschoolfootball #cleats2whistlepodcast #playerprofiles #coachesshow #highschoolfootball #footballpodcast #fridaynightlights

Vanishing: A Love Story, Documentary Feature Vanishing: A Love Story is a documentary about award-winning novelist Cai Emmons and her loving, open-hearted journey towards death. In 2021, at the age of 70, Cai was diagnosed with ALS. Taking place in 2022, during the last six-months Cai's life, the film is, first and foremost, a story about the agency of expression —having a voice to create a legacy in the world. "Sandra Luckow's 'Vanishing' offers an almost shockingly close-up view of a life well lived and arguably well ended. Focused raptly on the late author Cai Emmons, the film is documented from so deep within her home and intimate circle that at times it also seems to have been shot from inside her head. Emmons is the intellectual driver of Vanishing—but it's Luckow's principled humility before her subject, and before the inescapable realities of illness and death, that enable this film to begin in voicelessness and dissolution and end in eloquent affirmation. --Stuart Klawans, Film Critic, National Magazine Award winner for Reviews and Criticism —— Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod —— Love for for you to try the Indy Film Festival AP. • Daily new film festival of the best new films from around the world. New archived festival to watch anytime. • Library of over 500+ award-winning films to watch anytime. Go to https://www.wildsound.ca and sign up for the free 3-day trial. Check out the daily film festival (and previous ones from last month) at https://www.wildsound.ca/browse Always an amazing lineup of films. Inspiring for storytellers.

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Episode Summary In this episode of Business Coaching Secrets, hosts Karl Bryan and Rode Dog deliver a rapid-fire masterclass on wealth building, real estate investing, the changing landscape of AI and jobs, business valuation, and proven sales tactics for coaches. They break down critical frameworks, rules, and scripts—from cold calling motivation to legacy planning—with actionable insights designed to help business coaches and entrepreneurs drive real results. The show wraps with a signature "moment of Zen" on living and making decisions intentionally, drawing on lessons from legendary thinkers and practical experience. Key Topics Covered AI, Innovation, and the Future of Work Karl and Rode Dog examine the disruption, job loss, and eventual job creation AI consistently brings, outlining optimism as the most productive mindset for navigating change. The bell curve of innovation leading from disruption and layoffs, to new, more lucrative opportunities, is thoroughly unpacked. The Five Pillars of Wealth The hosts break down the essentials: income, taxes, savings, investing, and legacy. Tactical advice includes the critical importance of learning sales, mastering tax strategy, automating savings, setting investing rules, and passing on wisdom over just assets. Taxes and Relocation Decisions Insightful discussion about the pros and cons of moving states (e.g., from California to Florida) solely for tax reasons. Emphasizes the importance of family, environment, and purpose when making major life moves, not just financial considerations. Real Estate Principles That Build Wealth Golden rules: have rules before you buy, buy land not condos, avoid over-leverage, and—most powerfully—hold for the long-term to let compounding work. Advice includes "buy the smallest house on the biggest lot closest to downtown" and why the money is in waiting, not timing. Education, Schooling, and Real-World Business Success Debate on how the traditional school system often overlooks entrepreneurial skillsets like collaboration, risk-taking, critical thinking, and networking. Discussion on homeschooling and why it can be great for some but isn't a universal answer. Why Most Small Businesses Don't Sell The three key reasons: lack of profitability, systemization, and an owner-dependent business model. How to make your business a true asset and maximize its valuation using the five variables: sustainability, predictability, growth, threats, and scalability. In-House Marketing vs. Agency Use Critical look at entrepreneurs wanting to bring marketing in-house vs. sticking with a profitable agency. Strong recommendation to double down on strengths and let proven partners do their best work. Cold Calling and Sales Motivation Motivation mindset: focus on offering value, not just "getting a client." Step-by-step scripts, research tactics, and an activity framework (25 outreach messages, 3 meaningful convos daily) to secure real results. Mastering Communication as a Coach The 20/80 rule: the top communicators listen 80% of the time and direct with questions. Framework of 6 open-ended conversation starters that transform prospecting and client engagement. Moment of Zen: Decision-Making and Legacy The power of making big decisions only from a positive, optimistic state. Writing your own obituary as an exercise to define principles and guide intentional living and business-building. Notable Quotes "Message me because you have something to offer me, something to give me, something that's critical I know about, something to tell me… You're not fearful of cold calling, you're fearful of being judged." "If you can't make a hard decision quickly, you will struggle to help others make a hard decision quickly." "The money is not in the buying, the money is not in the selling, but the money is in the waiting." "When you are in a negative state, you see problems. When you're in a positive state, you see solutions." "Begin with the end in mind…That is a mental model and a very good one and powerful one, frankly." Actionable Takeaways Embrace an Optimistic Mindset: Choose the mental frame that lets you see opportunity and solutions during change or disruption. Implement the Five Pillars: Master sales, study tax law, automate saving, invest only by clear rules, and focus on passing wisdom—not just assets. Don't Move for Money Alone: Factor in environment, family, and happiness before making tax-driven relocations. Invest for the Long Run: Buy assets with potential and hold—compounding and patient "waiting" are the greatest wealth creators. Make Your Business Sellable: Build profitability, systematize, and reduce owner reliance—so it's a true asset, not just a job. Double Down on What Works: If your agency is delivering, don't self-sabotage by bringing everything in-house just to "save money." Be a Proactive, Assertive Connector: Consistent outreach (25 messages, 3 real convos daily) and leading with value make client acquisition inevitable. Master the Art of Asking: Use open-ended questions and listen more than you speak to stand out as a trusted advisor. Live and Decide with Intention: Write your own obituary—a clarifying exercise to set your compass for leadership, life, and legacy. Resources Mentioned Profit Acceleration Software 2.0 by Karl Bryan Seven Habits of Highly Effective People (Stephen Covey) The "20/80" Communication Rule & Six-Question Framework Real Estate Rules (Rule of 72, buy and hold, "smallest house, biggest lot, nearest downtown") Virtual Business Coaching Mastery Networking: BNI, Chamber of Commerce Daily coaching strategies and resources at Focused.com Get your free subscription to The Six-Figure Coach Magazine: https://thesixfigurecoach.com/get-it If you enjoyed the episode, please subscribe, share with a fellow coach, and leave a review. See you next week on Business Coaching Secrets! Ready to elevate your coaching business? Don't wait! Listen to this episode now and make strides towards your goals. Visit Focused.com for more information on Profit Acceleration Software™ and join our community of thriving coaches. Get a demo at https://go.focused.com/profit-acceleration

The conflict in the Middle East has created severe disruption to shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, taking roughly 20% of global supplies of liquefied natural gas (LNG) off the market. It has been a reminder that hundreds of millions of people rely on the international gas trade to heat our homes, fuel our industries and keep our lights on. And that trade is highly vulnerable to sudden shocks. In this special episode, recorded at Wood Mackenzie's Gas, LNG and the Future of Energy Conference in London, host Ed Crooks speaks with industry leaders and experts about the forces that are changing the gas business. Security of supply and affordability are now the top priorities for policymakers and business leaders around the world. But climate change has not gone away, and greenhouse gas emissions are going to be an increasingly significant issue in the future. Balancing those three imperatives is the trilemma that the energy industry has to solve.First, Ed talks to Anita Odedra, of the LNG platform MidOcean Energy, to discuss the critical role of geography. When energy supplies from the Middle East are disrupted, assets elsewhere in the world take on a greater importance. Joining Anita is Dr Valentina Kretzschmar, of Wood Mackenzie, who puts the shock from the Iran war into the context of a decelerating energy transition in the West. She walks through the EU Methane Emissions Regulation and why it is so hard to work out exactly how much escaped methane is associated with a cargo of imported LNG. And she talks about how the real threat to fossil fuels is cheap Chinese clean energy technology. Arturo Gallego, of Centrica Energy, is another industry leader who is attempting to balance consumers' immediate demands for reliable, affordable energy with long-term climate goals. He warns that if the Strait of Hormuz stays closed, Europe will struggle to find the gas it needs next winter, and high prices may be necessary to destroy demand. He makes the case for LNG as a transition fuel and for tackling greenhouse gas emissions step by step.TJ Conway, of the think-tank RMI, closes on a practical note. His work has focused on the technical solutions that make the EU methane regulation workable. He argues that his proposed framework could allow the EU to continue importing US gas, while still sending a signal that methane performance matters.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Justin shares his remarkable strategies that keep his company one step ahead from pre-leasing units before acquisition with high-end turnarounds at their own risk, to leveraging AI-powered lead follow-ups that book virtual showings in real time. Discover how they turn 30-40% of units on month-to-month leases immediately after closing, with a speed-focused process that eliminates vacancy gaps and delivers fully prepped units to tenants faster than most. This isn't just about management, it's about domination of the leasing pipeline, driven by data, automation, and relentless execution. Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit https://malabarhillcapital.com/ for more info. Podcast production done by⁠ ⁠Outlier Audio⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices