Podcasts about focused life

In this Shortcast edition, Cal Newport, author of Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World, shares how we can reclaim our time and attention by taking control of our relationship with digital technology. Rather than rejecting tech entirely, Cal proposes a minimalist approach—using technology with intention and only when it supports what truly matters. In this Shortcast, we explore: Digital Minimalism Defined: Cal explains how minimalism isn't about abandoning tech, but using it selectively and purposefully to maximize benefit and minimize distraction. The 30-Day Digital Declutter: A key process in Cal's philosophy—taking a 30-day break from optional digital tools to reflect, reset habits, and rediscover values. Clearing the Slate and Starting Fresh: Cal encourages removing all non-essential apps and tools, then rebuilding your digital life from the ground up based on what serves your goals. Embracing Analog Life: Real-world activities like solitude, deep conversation, and hands-on tasks are vital for human well-being—and often lost in a screen-saturated culture. Mental Health and Focus: Cal highlights how overuse of screens increases anxiety and fragments focus, while digital minimalism promotes clarity, calm, and purpose. Cal's insights are a powerful reminder that the goal isn't to use less tech, but to use it better—with clarity, intention, and aligned values. Learn more at CalNewport.com and explore more ⁠Shortcasts like this one on ⁠⁠Blinkist⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever felt in life that you are stuck in a rut, that you are lacking purpose in life? Where is your focus in life?

Living an Others-Focused Life | Pastor Shane Johnston

Chris takes us to Philippians 3:7-16 plus many other Scriptures to show how to live a focused life in Christ for these dark times in which we find ourselves.  The example of the Apostle Paul in how to live a life focused on a Person, a Prize and on People.

Battle For Acceptance | Pastor Raquel | May 11Description:In this lesson you will learn that we must be dependent on God our father first asthe source of our love and acceptance, then how to draw close to God and how to receive that love and acceptance.Welcome, we are so glad you have joined us for our Podcast! If you are new here, we would love to connect with you. HARVEST VALLEY CHURCH is a church that believes in Jesus, a church that loves God and people. We are so glad you are joining us for church online! If you have made a decision to follow Jesus or want to learn more about Him, Email us and we will reach out to you about your decision to follow Jesus. info@harvestvalley.org To support the ministry of Harvest Valley Church and invest in the lives of others through giving, click here: https://www.harvestvalley.org/give Subscribe to more messages from Harvest Valley Church here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Vt... For more information about Harvest Valley Church visit https://www.harvestvalley.org #harvestvalleychurch #loveourcity #Pleasantonca #eastbaychurches #Sunday #cafe #harvestvalleychurchpleasanton #purposeinlife Church Office : 925.484.2482Support the show

What is it like to battle with a promise?  In this message you will learn how God wants us to hold on to a promise even when it hasn't come to pass.  Learn  how to cope with the ups and downs of a promise and how to keep hope alive while you wait. HARVEST VALLEY CHURCH is a church that believes in Jesus, a church that loves God and people. We are so glad you are joining us for church online! If you have made a decision to follow Jesus or want to learn more about Him, Email us and we will reach out to you about your decision to follow Jesus. info@harvestvalley.org To support the ministry of Harvest Valley Church and invest in the lives of others through giving, click here: https://www.harvestvalley.org/give Subscribe to more messages from Harvest Valley Church here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Vt... For more information about Harvest Valley Church visit https://www.harvestvalley.org #harvestvalleychurch #loveourcity #Pleasantonca #eastbaychurches #Sunday #cafe #harvestvalleychurchpleasanton #purposeinlife Church Office : 925.484.2482Support the show

Sunday, March 30, 2025 - Daniel Ausbun preaching from Philippians 3:1-11; John 3:1-8

Welcome & we are so glad you have Joined us for our church online! If you are new here, we would love to connect with you.God wants you to stir up the issue in life that has plagued you.  A messy relationship, a conflict, not to honor it but to destroy it. Learn more about the love and power of God.About UsHARVEST VALLEY CHURCH is a church that believes in Jesus, a church that loves God and people. We are so glad you are joining us for church online! If you have made a decision to follow Jesus or want to learn more about Him, Email us and we will reach out to you about your decision to follow Jesus. info@harvestvalley.org To support the ministry of Harvest Valley Church and invest in the lives of others through giving, click here: https://www.harvestvalley.org/give Subscribe to more messages from Harvest Valley Church here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Vt... For more information about Harvest Valley Church visit https://www.harvestvalley.org #harvestvalleychurch #loveourcity #Pleasantonca #eastbaychurches #Sunday #cafe #harvestvalleychurchpleasanton #purposeinlife Church Office : 925.484.2482Support the show

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Sun, 16 Feb 2025 22:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/mpu/784 http://relay.fm/mpu/784 Exploring AI & Productivity, with Michael Hyatt 784 David Sparks and Stephen Hackett Michael Hyatt returns to talk with Stephen and David about the various tools in ChatGPT, including the ability to build custom GPTs. Michael also shares some of his other favorite AI-powered tools and some of his concerns about the future of AI. Michael Hyatt returns to talk with Stephen and David about the various tools in ChatGPT, including the ability to build custom GPTs. Michael also shares some of his other favorite AI-powered tools and some of his concerns about the future of AI. clean 5246 Michael Hyatt returns to talk with Stephen and David about the various tools in ChatGPT, including the ability to build custom GPTs. Michael also shares some of his other favorite AI-powered tools and some of his concerns about the future of AI. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Google Gemini: Supercharge your creativity and productivity. Guest Starring: Michael Hyatt Links and Show Notes: Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback Full Focus The Full Focus Planner The Double Win Show Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World Blog | Digital Minimalist Shop | Digital Minimalist Focused - Relay How to Make Your iPhone Grayscale | Agio Freedom | Block Websites, Apps, and the Internet The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness Missive ‐ Team Email, Chat & Tasks Creating a GPT | OpenAI Help Center Michael's "Write Like Me" GPT Michael's "Book Summary Assistant" GPT "How to Convert a Kindle Books to a PDF" by Michael Hyatt Google NotebookLM Advanced Voice Mode - FAQ | OpenAI Help Center Claude ChatGPT Ultra Plugin - Chrome Web Store MindPal - Your AI Workforce Your Best Year Ever – Full Focus "The 5 Levels of Prompting" by Michael Hyatt "Example AI Prompts" by Michael Hyatt Mac Power Users #782: Apple Intelligence Review - Relay Introducing canvas, a new way to write and code with ChatGPT. | OpenAI MindStudio ElevenLabs HeyGen - AI Video Generator Mindsera Day One Journal App Gamma fal.ai - Generative AI

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 22:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/mpu/784 http://relay.fm/mpu/784 David Sparks and Stephen Hackett Michael Hyatt returns to talk with Stephen and David about the various tools in ChatGPT, including the ability to build custom GPTs. Michael also shares some of his other favorite AI-powered tools and some of his concerns about the future of AI. Michael Hyatt returns to talk with Stephen and David about the various tools in ChatGPT, including the ability to build custom GPTs. Michael also shares some of his other favorite AI-powered tools and some of his concerns about the future of AI. clean 5246 Michael Hyatt returns to talk with Stephen and David about the various tools in ChatGPT, including the ability to build custom GPTs. Michael also shares some of his other favorite AI-powered tools and some of his concerns about the future of AI. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Google Gemini: Supercharge your creativity and productivity. Guest Starring: Michael Hyatt Links and Show Notes: Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments Submit Feedback Full Focus The Full Focus Planner The Double Win Show Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World Blog | Digital Minimalist Shop | Digital Minimalist Focused - Relay How to Make Your iPhone Grayscale | Agio Freedom | Block Websites, Apps, and the Internet The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness Missive ‐ Team Email, Chat & Tasks Creating a GPT | OpenAI Help Center Michael's "Write Like Me" GPT Michael's "Book Summary Assistant" GPT "How to Convert a Kindle Books to a PDF" by Michael Hyatt Google NotebookLM Advanced Voice Mode - FAQ | OpenAI Help Center Claude ChatGPT Ultra Plugin - Chrome Web Store MindPal - Your AI Workforce Your Best Year Ever – Full Focus "The 5 Levels of Prompting" by Michael Hyatt "Example AI Prompts" by Michael Hyatt Mac Power Users #782: Apple Intelligence Review - Relay Introducing canvas, a new way to write and code with ChatGPT. | OpenAI MindStudio ElevenLabs HeyGen - AI Video Generator Mindsera Day One Journal App Gamma fal.ai - Generativ

Through the story of David in 1 Samuel 23, we explore the impact of living a life focused on others. Guest Speaker Pastor Shane Johnston unpacks the power of living an other 's-focused life through the story of David in 1 Samuel 23. Discover the joys of walking with others and seeing God bring victory, along with the sacrifice that costs us in the journey!Support the show

This was a fun and deep and meaningful conversation with my good friend Jennifer McDaniel. Jennifer is a nutritionist and author, and is the founder and director of McDaniel Nutrition Therapy. I first met Jennifer in early 2022 when I was preparing to run the 106 mile UTMB trail race and she was my assigned nutritionist.  In this conversation we explore a trend that we have been noticing in our culture for many people to move away from social media as well as figuring out other avenues to quiet all the technological noise. We have noticed this move in our work with clients, as well as experiencing a personal shift within us. Ultimately, the conversation gets down to the concept of self-worth and how much of it is often built upon notions of one's producitivty and ability to perform tasks. And how it can be difficult to move out of arenas (such as social media, email, hustle culture/work, etc.) when one's self-worth is often maintained by engagement and productivity in those areas.  Below is a list of authors and books and resources mentioned in the podcast.  Jennifer McDaniel Substack  Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May 4000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World by Cal Newport Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout by Cal Newport Just a Thought: A No-Willpower Approach to Overcome Self-Doubt and Make Peace with Your Mind by Amy Johnson In the Name of Jesus: Reflections on Christian Leadership by Henri Nouwen  Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life by Richard Rohr    

In this 6 week series entitled; He Is Greater Than I, we will learn from the life of John thatwhen we choose to embrace the trials and difficulties of our flesh thatcomes with becoming less so Christ in us can become greater we will alsoexperience the joy of the Lord.In this lesson you will learn what it is eat off the daily bread of our Father God and how that bread is designed to keep us alert against the lies of the devil. HARVEST VALLEY CHURCH is a church that believes in Jesus, a church that loves God and people.We are so glad you are joining us for church online! If you have made a decision to follow Jesus or want to learn more about Him, we would love to know. Please email us:info@harvestvalley.orgTo support the ministry of Harvest Valley Church and invest into the lives of others through giving click here: https://www.harvestvalley.org/giveFind us on Social! Instagram      https://www.instagram.com/Harvest_Valley_ChurchCatch us on iTunes & Spotify and other audio platformsFor more information about Harvest Valley Church visit https://www.harvestvalley.org#harvestvalleychurch #loveourcity #Pleasantonca #harvestvalleychurch #eastbaychurches  #Sunday #hope #harvestvalleychurchpleasanton #purposeinlifeChurch Office : 925.484.2482Support the show

Pastor Daniel Floyd from Lifepoint Church preaches "A Focused Life." In his message, he teaches that to live a focused life, we need to remember our identity in Christ, remember to forget our past and remember the prize ahead.

Intentions alone don't change the world—actions do! Using Philippians 3 as our guide, Pastor Daniel reveals the transformative power of living a focused life. When we shift our perspective from the distractions of the enemy to our true identity in Christ, we unlock our full potential and purpose.

In today's fast-paced, tech-driven world, digital overload is a common challenge. In this video, we explore the power of **digital minimalism** and how decluttering your digital life can lead to profound self-improvement. Learn practical tips and actionable steps to reduce distractions, enhance focus, and cultivate a more intentional relationship with technology. You'll discover: - The core principles of **digital minimalism** - How to declutter your devices and online spaces - Simple challenges to help you regain control of your time - The psychological benefits of reducing digital noise Whether you're looking to boost productivity, improve mental health, or find more meaning in your online interactions, this video will help you take the first steps toward a calmer, more focused life. Start your journey to **digital decluttering** and unlock the full potential of a minimalist digital lifestyle. WEBSITE (Book Audio Coaching)‼️ https://www.dateme.tips Life Reboot: A Comprehensive Guide to Reinventing Yourself

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 20:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/focused/210 http://relay.fm/focused/210 David Sparks and Mike Schmitz David & Mike share the different ways they apply intentionality to their media consumption. David & Mike share the different ways they apply intentionality to their media consumption. clean 4920 David & Mike share the different ways they apply intentionality to their media consumption. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code FOCUSED. Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Indeed: Join more than 3.5 million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast. Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended ad-free episodes with bonus deep dive content. Hidden Genius by Polina Marinova Pompliano Feel-Good Productivity by Ali Abdaal Hyperfocus by Chris Bailey The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien Dune by Frank Herbert Mike's Reading Workshop Right Thing, Right Now by Ryan Holiday Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman Mike's Newsletter on The Creativity Flywheel Focused #209: A System for Writing, with Bob Doto A System for Writing by Bob Doto Mike's Reading Workflow YouTube video The Morality of Happiness by Julia Annas The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin Mike's Bookworm podcast E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) | IMDb Doc Martin | IMDb Hypefury Usagi Yojimbo Blue Giant Simple Marketing For Smart People by Billy Boras and Tiago Forte

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 20:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/focused/210 http://relay.fm/focused/210 Media Strategies for a Focused Life 210 David Sparks and Mike Schmitz David & Mike share the different ways they apply intentionality to their media consumption. David & Mike share the different ways they apply intentionality to their media consumption. clean 4920 David & Mike share the different ways they apply intentionality to their media consumption. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code FOCUSED. Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Indeed: Join more than 3.5 million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast. Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended ad-free episodes with bonus deep dive content. Hidden Genius by Polina Marinova Pompliano Feel-Good Productivity by Ali Abdaal Hyperfocus by Chris Bailey The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien Dune by Frank Herbert Mike's Reading Workshop Right Thing, Right Now by Ryan Holiday Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman Mike's Newsletter on The Creativity Flywheel Focused #209: A System for Writing, with Bob Doto A System for Writing by Bob Doto Mike's Reading Workflow YouTube video The Morality of Happiness by Julia Annas The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin Mike's Bookworm podcast E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) | IMDb Doc Martin | IMDb Hypefury Usagi Yojimbo Blue Giant Simple Marketing For Smart People by Billy Boras and Tiago Forte

FOLLOW AND READ ALONG HERE !!! I am fully present and focused on my tasks. I am committed to maintaining my concentration. I am capable of deep and sustained focus. I am blocking out distractions and staying on task. I am harnessing my mental energy for productivity. I am focused on my goals and making steady progress. I am disciplined in my work and thoughts. I am finding it easy to concentrate on what matters. I am using my time efficiently and wisely. I am staying focused and clear-headed. I am prioritizing my tasks with clarity and purpose. I am dedicated to my work and giving it my full attention. I am mentally sharp and focused throughout the day. I am tuning out noise and focusing on my goals. I am improving my focus with every task I complete. I am focused on the present moment and giving it my all. I am finding joy and satisfaction in focused work. I am using my focus to achieve great things. I am honing my concentration skills daily. I am focused on my path to success. Thank you for tuning into "Daily Affirmations for Women." Your presence is truly valued as we embark on a journey of positivity. Remember, you have exceptional qualities and limitless potential! Your ratings and follow-ups are crucial for our growth and deeply appreciated. Thank you for your support! Your presence and engagement mean the world to me. If you feel inspired to support my work further, you can make a donation through the link provided below: https://buymeacoffee.com/womenaffirmations If you'd like to request an episode on a specific topic, feel free to reach out to us via email. We're here to create content that supports and uplifts you. Email us at: dailyaffirmationswomenpodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we're exploring the future of small businesses and the trends every entrepreneur should watch. We'll discuss four key topics shaping this future and recommend two must-read books that provide deeper insights into these trends. Books referenced in this episode: The Lean Startup: How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation To Create Radically Successful Businesses by Eric Ries Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World by Cal Newport

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"Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World"

A new MP3 sermon from Christ Church Presbyterian is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The God Focused Life Subtitle: The Sermon on the Mount Speaker: John Blevins III Broadcaster: Christ Church Presbyterian Event: Sunday - AM Date: 6/23/2024 Bible: Matthew 6:19-34 Length: 36 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Christ Church Presbyterian is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The God Focused Life Subtitle: The Sermon on the Mount Speaker: John Blevins III Broadcaster: Christ Church Presbyterian Event: Sunday - AM Date: 6/23/2024 Bible: Matthew 6:19-34 Length: 36 min.

How is the mission of Jesus central to our life? And how can all the parts of our life point towards Him? Pastor Rod Plummer is joined today by Pastor Richard Welsh from Lifehouse Hong Kong as they open up this topic and discuss mission!We would love to hear how The Rodcast is helping you. Please take the time to comment and review the show where ever you listen to this content.We would love to hear how The Rodcast is helping you, please take the time to rate and review the show where ever you listen to this content.Connect with Ps Rod:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rodplummer/Twitter: https://twitter.com/rodplummerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PsRodPlummer/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbpyaKZXv_9rmAcz09FvdgQWant to know more about Ps Rod?https://rodplummer.com/about-rod/Want to know more about Lifehouse International Church?https://mylifehouse.com/about/

Have you noticed how easy it is to get distracted? We are faced with a large number of distractions and seemingly urgent tasks everyday. As we study the life of Jesus we discover that He was focused and knew what His mission was. Listen in as we discover how we too can live a focused life. thebridgebluffton.com

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Being an author or an artist or almost anyone is about navigating. You have to walk a fine line with criticism and praise, discern what's real and what's not, what matters or not, what is noise and what is important. And sometimes? Well, sometimes we only hear and dwell on the one negative thing that someone has said to us or written about us even though they (or others) have also said 100 positive things. You're an author. You get a glowing review but there's one line in there that says, "I didn't like the mom character." That's all you focus on. This happens in real life, too. Your husband might tell you that you're beautiful 100 times a day, but that one time that he says, "Baby, maybe don't wear your sweater inside out?" Well, that's what you focus on. Or, let's say, in news. There are hundreds of lovely, beautiful things that happen in a community--even a small community--every week or month? But instead, we write about the one potentially scandalous thing a person or a board does. And when we read the news, we often gravitate toward the tragedy, the crime story, the corruption story. And that's important to write about and share, but that's not all there is. Negativity is not all there is. As Tasha Seegmiller wrote back in 2016, "The reality of reality is that we are programmed with a psychological and physiological predisposition toward negativity bias. Daniel Kahneman explains that “The brains of humans and other animals contain a mechanism that is designed to give priority to bad news. By shaving a few hundredths of a second from the time needed to detect a predator, this circuit improves the animal's odds of living long enough to reproduce.” "That bad review that you got? It's going to linger longer than the good. Your fear of someone hating your book before it even comes out? Not all the way your fault." We are programmed to be predisposed toward the negative. But we can lean away from that once we know it's there, sort of retrain ourselves toward the positive. One of the ways to do that is a gratitude journal. Do not snark and look away. Writing down the good facts of your life not only trains your brain to see that good things have happened, but it also becomes a record that all is not poop. As Alex Philippe writes, "According to Winifred Gallagher in the book Rapt: Attention and the Focused Life, we literally don't see as many things in our peripheral vision when we have negative emotions as when we have positive ones. "And studies like the swimming rat experiment show how negativity can kill our perseverance: when a rat sees no way to escape, it will fight much less for its survival. So, try it. Write something your grateful for. There's got to be one thing, right? Maybe tomorrow you can think of another. Our random thought comes from here. DOG TIP FOR LIFE Don't think about all the "bad dog" moments. Think about all the treats you can get. COOL EXERCISE These are from a piece in Positive Psychology by Alicia Nortje, Ph.D. They are a direct quote. "In the last week, what did you do that you are grateful for? "In the last week, what did someone else do that you are grateful for? "In the last week, what did you learn you are grateful for?" PLACE TO SUBMIT The Georgia Review Fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and book reviews. Online submissions for non-subscribers are charged, but there is no fee for mailed submissions.   Details are here. Deadline: 14 May 2024 Length: Up to 9,000 words for prose, 6-10 pages of poetry Pay: $50/printed page of prose and $4/line of poetry, up to $800; $150 for reviews published on GR2. SHOUT OUT! The music we've clipped and shortened in this podcast is awesome and is made available through the Creative Commons License. Here's a link to that and the artist's website. Who is this artist and what is this song? It's “Summer Spliff” by Broke For Free. WE HAVE EXTRA CONTENT ALL ABOUT LIVING HAPPY OVER HERE! It's pretty awesome. We have a podcast, LOVING THE STRANGE, which we stream biweekly live on Carrie's Facebook and Twitter and YouTube on Fridays. Her Facebook and Twitter handles are all carriejonesbooks or carriejonesbook. But she also has extra cool content focused on writing tips here. Carrie is reading one of her raw poems every once in awhile on CARRIE DOES POEMS. And there you go! Whew! That's a lot! Subscribe

In today's episode, we tackle slow productivity with Cal Newport. Cal is a leading productivity expert and the author of several best selling books, including a A World Without Email: Reimagining Work in an Age of Communication Overload, Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World, Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World, and So Good They Can't Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Love. His newest book is titled Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout. What if slowing down was actually the secret to achieving more? In this episode, we dive into the intriguing world of slow productivity: Can embracing a slower pace truly catapult your career success? What are the three foundational principles of slow productivity, and how can you apply them to revolutionize your work ethic? Moreover, why is transforming your relationship with productivity essential for not just professional achievement, but for crafting a fulfilling life? What to Listen For Introduction – 0:00 What is pseudo productivity and how does being pseudo productive at work damage your relationships and personal life? What's wrong with how we think about transparency at work and what is the best level of transparency to maximize team productivity? The evolution of workplace productivity – 13:49 Why did productivity decrease when we have so many tools to be more productive? What can you eliminate from your daily schedule to be 10x more productive than your competition? How do you limit communication to maximize productivity? The reason most people can't leave their work at the office – 28:18 Why is it important to slow down if you want to increase productivity? What are the 3 biggest takeaways from studying traditional knowledge workers that you can use to maximize productivity? Can you be more productive without using any email? – 40:45 What happpened the productivity of 12 employees in a study where the experimenters disabled their email accounts? What simple framework can you implement on your team to improve transparency, reduce stress, increase productivity, and increase the collaboration between employees and managers? The little known technique to most effectively distribute your team's workload – 52:23 Why do rude people get promoted faster? What mistake do people make that prevents them from getting promoted without even knowing it? How do you apply slow productivity to being a more productive writer – 1:08:16 What principles of slow productivity should you apply to your writing practice to increase your productivity and efficiency as a writer? What simple trick can you implement in your hybrid work situation to decrease time spent on email, increase communication effectivity, increase meeting effectivity, increase productivity, and increase deep work? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

••• Accessing Your Divine Inheritance by Living a Focused Life, Part-8 Ep 317 . ••• Bible Study Verses: Genesis 16:1-16, Genesis 17:1, Genesis 15:2-3, Joshua 6:3-20, I Corinthians 13:9, Exodus 18:17-18, I Corinthians 10:23, Acts 6:1-7, Matthew 14:30, Hebrews 12:1-2, Luke 12:32 . ••• “The steady discipline of intimate friendship with Jesus results in men becoming like Him” . ••• “No horse gets anywhere until he is harnessed. No stream or gas drives anything until it is confined. No Niagara is ever turned into light and power until it is tunneled. No life ever grows great until it is focused, dedicated, disciplined”, Harry Emerson Fosdick 1878-1969, Renown Baptist Pastor and radio preacher who spoke out about racism and social injustice in the fundamentalist denominations of his time . ••• “"Let your eyes look straight ahead", Proverbs 4.25, NKJV . ••• What were 9-reasons why Abraham listened to his wife Sarah? ••• In review, what are the first 7-steps in accessing your divine inheritance? ••• Why is living a focused life a strategy for accessing our divine inheritance? ••• What are 3-reasons why you should live a focused life? ••• What are 4-reasons why distractions start? ••• What are 4-negative consequences of broken focus? ••• Can you think of any other ways to deal with distractions besides clarifying priorities, delegating lesser priorities, focusing on essentials or committing to your primary purpose in life? ••• Are you going to ask your small group to pray that you will be the kind of person who will more intentionally learn to say no to secondary distractions in your life through the power of Holy Spirit? ••• Pastor Godwin Otuno expounds on this and much more on the exciting journey of Fresh Encounters Radio Podcast originally aired on February 24, 2024 on WNQM, Nashville Quality Ministries and WWCR World Wide Christian Radio broadcasted to all 7-continents on this big beautiful blue marble, earth, floating through space. Please be prayerful before studying The Word of God so that you will receive the most inspiration possible . ••• This Discipleship Teaching Podcast is brought to you by Christian Leadership International and all the beloved of God who believe in it's mission through prayer and support. Thank you . ••• Exceeding Thanks to Universe Creator Christ Jesus AND photos by Andrew Ruiz Photography, Mesa, Arizona, https://www.andrew-ruiz.com/ , https://www.instagram.com/andrew.r.ruiz/ , https://www.behance.net/andrewruiz AND www.hotpot.ai. Art Direction by gil on his mac with free mac layout software . ••• SHARING LINK: https://shows.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast/240224-living-a-focused-life-ep317 . ••• † https://christian-quotes.ochristian.com/Harry-Emerson-Fosdick-Quotes/ . ••• Study Guides at - https://shows.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast/episodes . ••• Broadcaster's Website - https://www.lifelonganointing.com/ . ••• RESOURCE - https://www.soundcloud.com/thewaytogod/ . ••• RESOURCE - https://www.biblegateway.com/audio/mclean/kjv/john.1%20 . ••• FERP2402124 Episode#317 GOT240224Ep317 . ••• Living The Overcomer's Life ~ Accessing Your Divine Inheritance by Living a Focused Life . Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fresh-encounter-radio-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we're excited to have Jessica Elefante – the author of Raising Hell, Living Well – on the podcast with us to discuss influence, choices, and managing our digital lives. In this episode we discuss: Jessica's background and how the idea for her book came about What is influencing our decisions in today's world? The drawbacks of everyday technologies and how to try limiting their use Avoiding information overload Going back to making more offline than online connections Resources: Jessica Elefante (https://jessicaelefante.com/) Raising Hell, Living Well: Freedom from Influence in a World Where Everyone Wants Something from You, by Jessica Elefante (https://www.amazon.com/Raising-Hell-Living-Well-Influence/dp/0593500555/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1701776391&sr=1-1) Modern Bullshit (https://jessicaelefante.substack.com/) Instagram: folkrebellion (https://www.instagram.com/folkrebellion/?hl=en) Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence, by Anna Lembke (https://www.amazon.com/Dopamine-Nation-Finding-Balance-Indulgence/dp/1524746746/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=) Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World, by Cal Newport (https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Minimalism-Choosing-Focused-Noisy/dp/0525542876) Podcast Episode 125: Maintaining a Professional Profile in the Digital Age (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-125-maintaining-professional-profile-digital-age/) Digital Distraction: When Is Media Helpful and Harmful While You Are Studying (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/digital-distraction-media-helpful-harmful-studying/) Download the Transcript  (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-427-a-discussion-with-author-jessica-elefante-on-the-power-of-influence-in-the-digital-age/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Ready to learn how to become your best you in the upcoming year? Throughout the past few episodes, we have talked about the importance of goal planning to step into the big plans God has for us. If you have thought to yourself  “This sounds great, but how can I start moving towards those plans?”, this episode is for you!Today let's discover the three reasons why I created the “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching program, how to move past goal setting obstacles, and why being in a community of supportive women can help give you the encouragement you need to step into your purpose. If you are interested in making your God-given goals, dreams, and callings part of your new year resolutions, I invite you to apply to join us in this intimate container!WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:[00:38] Step Into God's Plan For Your Life with the “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching Experience [08:34] Let's Help You Move Through The Obstacles That Keep You From Your Goal[12:26] Your Calling Is Important and God Wants You to Take the Next Steps Toward It[14:09]  Imagine How Amazing It Would Be to Live an Intentional and Focused Life for God in 2024![16:35] 4 Ways to Know if You're a Great Fit For The “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching ProgramRESOURCES:Christian Mindset Makeover“Onward + Upward” Group CoachingOTHER RELATED EPISODES:232: Renew Your Mind: Establish Truth-Filled Boundaries to Stop Racing Thoughts + Make Better Decisions233: Restore Your Relationships: Create Guilt-Free Boundaries for Less Family + Friendship Drama234: Rebuild Your Rest: Set Up Soothing Rhythms + Boundaries for Less Overwhelm “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching:A brand new year is upon us and I am wondering, are you ready to make a change?Maybe there is a dream or desire in your heart for things to be different. Or maybe there is a new hobby, habit, or goal that you are trying to pursue but you need concrete steps and loving support to work through the fear and overwhelm.If this sounds like you, I invite you to apply for the “Onward + Upward” Group Coaching experience that starts January 22nd. Imagine having 12 weeks of one-on-one coaching support and a community of caring women going through the same experience to help you meet your goals.Throughout this program, I will support you in confidently creating a step-by-step action plan as you work through obstacles and grow spiritually.I can't wait to help you release fear and build confidence to boldly follow God's plan for your life!

Paul continues sharing his final words with the elders of the Church in Ephesus, revealing the incredible power of life focused on Christ.

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Welcome to part 2 of The Digital Declutter Plan. In this week's episode, Dr. Bray dives deeper into steps two and three. Learn how and what technology to integrate back into your life, while maintaining a healthy digital lifestyle. Cal Newport's three-step digital declutter plan is designed to help individuals regain control over their digital lives and create a healthier relationship with technology. The plan consists of three key steps: the first is to take a break from optional digital technologies for a defined period of time, usually 30 days. This break allows individuals to reflect on their digital habits and identify which technologies truly add value to their lives. The second step involves reintroducing digital tools selectively, based on the assessment made during the break. By intentionally choosing which technologies to reintegrate, individuals can ensure that their digital usage aligns with their values and goals. Lastly, the third step encourages individuals to establish practices and rules to maintain a healthy digital lifestyle, such as setting boundaries on screen time and utilizing digital tools purposefully rather than mindlessly. This three-step process provides a framework for individuals to reset their digital habits and find a balance that enhances their well-being and productivity. Listen in to learn more! You can read more about the digital declutter plan in Cal Newport's book, “Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World.” QUOTES BY DR. BRAY “Can you put down that phone and see what life would be like without it?” “The goal is to spark a permanent transformation of your digital life.” “Is this technology the best way to support your values?”

In this week's show, Dr. Bray tackles the difficult issue of how to digitally declutter your life. Using research from Cal Newport and his three-step plan Dr. Bray breaks down the steps to organize and get control of your digital life. Cal Newport's three-step digital declutter plan is designed to help individuals regain control over their digital lives and create a healthier relationship with technology. The plan consists of three key steps: the first is to take a break from optional digital technologies for a defined period of time, usually 30 days. This break allows individuals to reflect on their digital habits and identify which technologies truly add value to their lives. The second step involves reintroducing digital tools selectively, based on the assessment made during the break. By intentionally choosing which technologies to reintegrate, individuals can ensure that their digital usage aligns with their values and goals. Lastly, the third step encourages individuals to establish practices and rules to maintain a healthy digital lifestyle, such as setting boundaries on screen time and utilizing digital tools purposefully rather than mindlessly. This three-step process provides a framework for individuals to reset their digital habits and find a balance that enhances their well-being and productivity. Listen in to learn more! You can read more about the digital declutter plan in Cal Newport's book, “Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World.”  QUOTES BY DR. BRAY “Life is accomplished in small moments every day, repeated day after day.” “Be 100% honest, it's one of the best gifts you can give yourself.”

It's easy to waste time on things that don't matter in the long run. But if we want to fulfill God's plan for our lives, we have to stay focused.  Your best days are still ahead, and together we can make a difference in this world with the message of God's hope and love. To give visit JoelOsteen.com/GiveHopeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Gould of the Target Focused Life YouTube channel joins the show to discuss shotguns, shooting and how we can all be more target focused. PLEASE FILL OUT | Take the Birdshot Podcast listener survey! Show Highlights: Native plants, pollinators and invasive species… “Where your focus goes, your energy flows” Living a Target Focused Life Steve's shotgun fitting with Del Whitman Should I shoot a shotgun with both eyes open? WATCH | Upland Gun Company on TFL FOLLOW | @targetfocusedlife CONTRIBUTE | patreon.com/birdshot Follow us | @birdshot.podcast Use Promo Code | BSP20 to save 20% with onX Hunt The Birdshot Podcast is Presented By: onX Hunt, Final Rise and Upland Gun Company Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Hart shares powerful wisdom on how to create the life you want based on the timeless principles of Dale Carnegie. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The questions that make your mind unshakeable 2) The powerful habit that sets you up for daily success 3) The secret to getting along with even the most difficult people Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep852 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JOE — Joe Hart began his career as a practicing attorney. After taking a Dale Carnegie Course, Joe reassessed his career path and future, ultimately leaving the practice of law to start and sell a company then Joe become the president of Asset Health—all before becoming the President and CEO of Dale Carnegie in 2015. In 2019, the CEO Forum Group named Joe as one of twelve transformative leaders, giving him the Transformative CEO Leadership Award in the category of the People. He is the host of a top global podcast, “Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast”, and he speaks around the world on topics such as leadership, resilience, and innovation, among other things. Joe and his wife, Katie, have six children, three dogs, and one cat. He is an active marathoner, having run many races, including Boston, New York, Chicago, Berlin, Detroit, and Toronto.• Book: Take Command: Find Your Inner Strength, Build Enduring Relationships, and Live the Life You Want (website) • Company: DaleCarnegie.com • LinkedIn: Joe Hart • Twitter: @josephkhart — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie • Book: How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie • Book: The Earned Life: Lose Regret, Choose Fulfillment by Marshall Goldsmith and Mark Reiter • Book: Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport • Book: Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World by Cal Newport • Book: Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds by David Goggins — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • LinkedIn Jobs. Find quality hires fast with a free job posting at LinkedIn.com/beawesome.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steve & Mark answer your listener questions. They discuss... - How much did Kyle's helicopter rescue cost? (Kyle SOS and rescue story is in Episode 389) - Does the wider K4 Hipbelt cause any pinching or limit mobility? - Where is the line between staying tough and staying safe when solo hunting in difficult conditions? - How is the K4 Load Shelf accessed, and how does it function compared to K3 Packs? - What are some book recommendations for hunting, training, mindset, and becoming a better man in general? (See the links below for some suggestions from Mark.) - What does the "K" in K4 stand for? - How do you change the frame height on the K4 Frame? K4 Updates & Giveaway: https://exomtngear.com/K4 // Mark's Reading Recommendations // There is a lot of variety in this list. Also, there are a lot of good "classics" and currently "popular" books that hunters may like, which Mark did not include, such as those from O'Connor, Rinella, Goggins, Hanes, etc. The goal of this list is to share books that Mark has found helpful on a variety of topics — from hunting, to business, to personal development, to history, and more... - Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones (https://amzn.to/3EEjKDt) - The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living (https://amzn.to/3IPdiMw) - Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World (https://amzn.to/3J00G5n) - Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less (https://amzn.to/3StXQIE) - Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It (https://amzn.to/41sfGA3) - Resilience: Hard-Won Wisdom for Living a Better Life (https://amzn.to/3IwwvBh) - Building a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen (https://amzn.to/3ImfmKg) - Undaunted Courage: Meriwether Lewis, Thomas Jefferson and the Opening of the American West (https://amzn.to/3YZPsDq) - The Principle of the Path: How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be (https://amzn.to/3YQypUd) - The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: 30th Anniversary Edition (https://amzn.to/3ZlUGt1) - Move Devotional: A Guide for Men to Get Up and Go Forward (https://amzn.to/3Su6Ld7) - A Beast the Color of Winter: The Mountain Goat Observed (https://amzn.to/3Sznxb6) - Life on the Rocks: A Portrait of the American Mountain Goat (https://amzn.to/3knYDP1) - An Archer's Inner Life: A Collection of Essays on the Wood Bow (https://amzn.to/3YXigMB) - Hunting Big Mule Deer: How to Take the Best Buck of Your Life (https://amzn.to/3KAsdLB) - Long Range Shooting Handbook: Complete Beginner's Guide to Long Range Shooting (https://amzn.to/3m6NVwA) - Becoming a Backpack Hunter: A Beginner's Guide to Hunting the Backcountry (https://amzn.to/41sEeJo) - Vintage Hunting Album: A Photographic Collection of Days Gone By (https://amzn.to/3ECz3fQ) - A Hunter's Heart: Honest Essays on Blood Sport (https://amzn.to/3xOmeeD) - Campfires in the Canadian Rockies (https://www.boone-crockett.org/camp-fires-canadian-rockies) Share your question: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or podcast@exomtngear.com View & Search the Podcast Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast