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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. David Rabin for a mind-expanding conversation on what we've fundamentally gotten wrong about mental health—and why treating symptoms instead of root causes keeps us stuck. They unpack how smartphones hijack our dopamine, why modern convenience works against our nervous systems, and what it really takes to break free from a chronic sympathetic (fight-or-flight) state. From the ancestral role of dopamine and the science behind hugs to nuanced discussions on anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, psychedelics, and ibogaine, this episode bridges ancient biology with cutting-edge research. Dr. Rabin also dives into the “Ape Theory” and the importance of understanding specific mushroom strains rather than lumping them all together. The conversation wraps with insights on Apollo Neuro, sleep optimization, respiratory rates, the “first night effect,” and a refreshing reminder that living a simple, happy life may be the most powerful biohack of all.Dr. David Rabin, MD, PhD, is a translational neuroscientist, board-certified psychiatrist, health tech entrepreneur & inventor who has been studying the impact of chronic stress in humans for more than two decades. He is the co-founder & Chief Medical Officer at Apollo Neuroscience, which has developed the first scientifically-validated wearable technology that actively improves energy, focus & relaxation, using a novel touch therapy that signals safety to the brain.In addition to his clinical psychiatry practice, Dr. Rabin is currently conducting research on wearable and technology-based solutions for mental illnesses and the mechanism of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy in treatment-resistant mental illnesses. He received his MD in medicine and PhD in neuroscience from Albany Medical College and specialized in psychiatry with a distinction in research at Western Psychiatric Institute & Clinic at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He has been married to his co-founder, Kathryn Fantauzzi, since 2016.SHOW NOTES:0:40 Welcome to the podcast!4:06 About Dave Rabin5:03 Welcome him to the show!6:36 What have we gotten wrong about mental health?8:15 Interaction with our smart phones11:12 Treating symptoms, not the cause12:25 Breaking free from sympathetic state15:48 The ancestral purpose of dopamine19:06 Patience vs Convenience24:08 Why we need hugs for health28:29 *CALOCURB*29:40 Anxiety & Autism Spectrum Disorder 32:09 When are psychedelics appropriate?35:34 Knowing your mushroom strain39:42 Ibogaine benefits46:21 Germ theory & antibiotics51:12 The Ape Theory57:13 About the Apollo1:03:05 How it increases deep & REM sleep1:04:01 Average respiratory rates1:08:05 “First Night Effect”1:08:54 How to live a simple, happy life1:11:32 “The Four Agreements”1:15:03 His final piece of advice1:17:40 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Calocurb - code: RENEE10_______________Website: David Rabin MD, PhD, Apollo NeuroApollo Neuro - Discount code: BIOHACKERBABESDr. Rabin's Book: A Simple Guide to Being AliveInstagram: @drdavidrabinTwitter: @daverabinWikipedia: David Rabin MD, PhDPodcast Website: The Psychedelic NewsDocumentaries: How to Change Your Mind, War in WavesMycology Psychology FREE Community CallSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
THE FOUR AGREEMENTS. On This episode of the Came to Believe Recovery Podcast Monty and Alicea explore the four agreements from Don Miguel Ruiz's book, connecting them to recovery principles and personal growth. It emphasizes the importance of integrity, self-awareness, and continuous improvement in living a healthy, authentic life. Closing Song: Friend Who Can by Thomas Mac.#recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction
In our 4-week series on The Four Agreements, we're exploring practical pathways to deepen connection, act with intention, and create a vibrant, thriving spiritual community by showing up as our best, most authentic selves. In our second week, Dr. Nancy Little, LUT, weaves the Second Agreement—don't take things personally—with our Core Value of Integrity. How do we stay true to ourselves when our feelings are hurt? What keeps us steady when criticism or misunderstanding arises? When pressure builds, what anchors our integrity? Drawing from Don Miguel Ruiz's teachings, Dr. Nancy Little will explore how spiritual strength helps us choose response over reaction. Integrity isn't proven when life is easy—it is revealed when we remain aligned under pressure. Website: https://unityfortworth.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/unityfw YouTube: https://youtube.com/unityfortworth
On this show… we're taking a deep dive into The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz and exploring how the quiet agreements you've made with yourself might be shaping your entire life. Have you ever reacted to something and later thought, “Why did that hit me so hard?” Or found yourself apologizing for something that wasn't really yours to carry? Or maybe you've replayed a conversation in your mind for hours, dissecting tone, word choice, facial expressions, wondering what you did wrong. Sometimes it feels like we're walking through life carrying invisible contracts. Rules we never consciously signed. Expectations we didn't knowingly agree to. Promises we made somewhere along the way to be smaller, quieter, more agreeable… or maybe tougher, less emotional, more perfect. And the wild part? Most of these agreements weren't even chosen by us. They were absorbed. Picked up in childhood. Handed down in classrooms. Reinforced in relationships. Whispered in moments when we were too young to question them. The Four Agreements sounds simple. Almost too simple. But simplicity has a way of cutting through noise. It has a way of revealing where we've complicated our lives by trying to manage everyone else's thoughts, reactions, and expectations. Today, I want us to gently test the agreements we're living by. The spoken ones. The unspoken ones. The ones that keep us over-apologizing, overthinking, over-functioning. Because here's the truth: you are responsible for your thinking. But you are not responsible for someone else's. CHALLENGE: When you feel the urge to take something personally, make an assumption, or blame yourself automatically, pause and ask, “Is this truly mine to carry?” Replace just one old belief with something kinder and more accurate. You don't have to rewrite your entire story overnight. Just loosen one thread. I Know YOU Can Do It!
Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@mreapodcastWhat does it really take to build a big, profitable real estate team that doesn't fall apart without you?We sat down with Matt Miale, a team leader who has rebuilt his business more than once and emerged with a model that produces more than 500 transactions and over $160 million in volume year after year across three states.Matt walks us through the simple equation behind sustainable growth. Not flashy systems. Not complex tech stacks. Just clarity, standards, and five core competencies every agent and team leader must master.We dig into why customer experience comes before lead generation, how to create a production model agents actually follow, and why simplicity is the secret weapon in low-margin markets. Matt also shares his Four Agreements production model, his agent selection framework, and how he retains top producers without blowing up the team economy.If you're stuck in the messy middle, overcomplicating your business, or trying to scale without losing control, this conversation will give you a clear path forward.Resources:Follow Matt Miale on InstagramSubscribe to Matt Miale on YouTubeVisit the Miale Team's WebsiteAgent Production Academy WebsiteOrder the Millionaire Real Estate Agent Playbook | Volume 3Connect with Jason:LinkedinProduced by NOVAThis podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.WARNING! You must comply with the TCPA and any other federal, state or local laws, including for B2B calls and texts. Never call or text a number on any Do Not Call list, and do not use an autodialer or artificial voice or prerecorded messages without proper consent. Contact your attorney to ensure your compliance.
In our 4-week series on The Four Agreements, we're exploring practical pathways to deepen connection, act with intention, and create a vibrant, thriving spiritual community by showing up as our best, most authentic selves. In this opening message, Rev. Aliza explores what it means to be impeccable with your word: speaking truthfully, consciously, and with love. Words are magic—they create worlds, shape relationships, and reflect the spirit of our community. Together, we'll look at how our words can either strengthen the soil of our shared spiritual space or stir unnecessary chaos, and how choosing them wisely cultivates trust, belonging, and alignment with our highest potential. Practical, playful, and grounded in both Unity teachings and real life, this message invites you to step into the power of your voice—for yourself, and for the community we are building together. Website: https://unityfortworth.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/unityfw YouTube: https://youtube.com/unityfortworth
The Four Agreements are simple — but they're not easy. And the reason most people don't practice them isn't because they don't understand them. It's because practicing them requires giving up ego-driven habits like blame, vagueness, mind-reading, people-pleasing, and self-bullying. In this episode, we break down what The Four Agreements actually are, where they originated, where people get them wrong, and why so many people cherry-pick the parts that feel comforting while avoiding the parts that would actually change their relationships and self-respect.
This week, Kris invited Sean Ahmed-Lewis to give the address on the topic of "The Four Agreements", a book written by Don Miguel Ruiz based on Toltec wisdom. The Four Agreements are: Be Impeccable With Your Word, Don't Take Anything Personally, Don't Make Assumptions, Always Do Your Best. Sean gives a perceptive and inspiring explanation of how these practices can help people of any faith (or none) live a happier and more compassionate life.
This episode brings a powerful blend of wisdom, humor, and healing as Joseph sits down with Jon L. Lovgren, an author and respected teacher of the ancient Hawaiian practice of ho'oponopono—a method centered on forgiveness, reconciliation, and personal transformation.Jon is the author of The Magic Words: Your Pathway to Peace, Joy, and Happiness, Where Miracles Become Expectations, a book that breaks down why ho'oponopono works on both a spiritual and neurological level. He explores neuroplasticity, the neuroscience of creativity, and how these principles weave together to help us release what holds us back and step into who we're meant to be.With more than 40 years of study across religious texts, Kabbalah, metaphysics, quantum physics, psychology, and philosophy—and over 15 years of dedicated ho'oponopono practice—Jon brings a rare depth of understanding. He also teaches how to integrate The Four Agreements into a ho'oponopono lifestyle, creating a practical framework for everyday peace and clarity.Jon's kuleana (responsibility) is rooted in personal growth, healing, and recovery. He works with individuals through one‑on‑one sessions, workshops, and immersive seven‑to‑ten‑day retreats designed to help people reconnect with themselves and release emotional burdens.But Jon isn't just a teacher—he's a character in the best way. Pull back the curtain and you'll find an elder with the heart of a child. He believes life is a game we all chose to play together, and he lives that belief fully. In the community, he's known as the “YaY!!! man” and the fun guy who always signs off with his signature phrase: “Have Fun!!!”When he's not teaching or writing, Jon might be:Playing with toy trains (or “model railroading” for the serious folks)Flying a drone over a Hawaiian beachOr out on the golf course enjoying his favorite sportHis alter‑ego, Jondolf, makes the occasional appearance too—you can guess the rest.How ho'oponopono works and why it's so transformativeThe connection between forgiveness, neuroplasticity, and creativityHow to integrate ancient wisdom into modern lifeJon's personal journey through decades of study and practiceWhy playfulness and joy are essential to healingStories, laughter, and insights from a man who truly embodies his messageIf you're seeking peace, clarity, or a deeper understanding of yourself, Jon's perspective offers a refreshing and grounded path forward. His approach blends science, spirituality, and humor in a way that makes profound concepts feel accessible and actionable.As Jon always says…“Have Fun!!!”In This Episode, You'll Hear:Why This Conversation MattersClosing Thought
In this episode of Manifest Notions, Ivana Milicevic and Yvonne Tchrakian explore the wisdom behind the book « The Four Agreements » and why so much emotional suffering comes from unconscious beliefs and expectations.They break down how limiting beliefs shape our reactions, relationships, and sense of self and how practicing the Four Agreements can bring more clarity, peace, and emotional freedom.A grounded conversation about awareness, responsibility, communication, and learning to live without taking things personally, for healthier relationships and a more conscious life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sunday, January 25, 2026 | The Four Agreements: Ancient Wisdom for Dreaming Today | Pastor Michelle preaches on the third agreement "Don't Make Assumptions" in a sermon based on John 5:1-9.
Sunday, January 18, 2026 | The Four Agreements: Ancient Wisdom for Dreaming Today | Guest preacher the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Page, preaches on the second agreement "Don't Take Anything Personally" in a sermon based on Matthew 10:5-15.
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Parham for one of the most vulnerable conversations I've ever recorded.We explore how Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome doesn't just live in history—but in habits, coping mechanisms, and quiet forms of self-hatred we normalize every day. I openly unpack my own relationship with smoking—not as a moral failure, but as a learned survival behavior shaped by unexamined agreements with myself.Blending insights from Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome and the audiobook The Four Agreements, this conversation moves beyond theory into embodiment—what it actually looks like to heal in real time. We talk about how self-hatred can disguise itself as comfort, routine, or “just the way I am,” and how vulnerability becomes the gateway to self-respect, clarity, and freedom.This episode isn't about shame.It's about awareness.It's about unlearning.It's about choosing to live in integrity with yourself—one honest moment at a time.If you're ready to listen deeply, reflect courageously, and begin rewriting the agreements you've unknowingly been living by, this conversation is for you.
Sunday, January 11, 2026 | The Four Agreements: Ancient Wisdom for Dreaming Today | Pastor Michelle preaches an on the first agreement "Be Impeccable with Your Word" in a sermon based on Matthew 12:33-37.
Howard “Hojo” Johnson is one of the most accomplished commercial leaders in medical device sales, known for being the first hire trusted to build markets from zero and scale teams into category leaders. In this episode of the Chase MedSearch Podcast, Howard shares how he helped launch and grow organizations at Nevro and Axonics—turning early-stage companies into national forces in neuromodulation.We dive into what it takes to build high-performance MedTech sales teams, how to lead people through rapid growth, and why servant leadership and belief drive sustainable results. Howard breaks down his approach to hiring elite talent, developing future leaders, executing go-to-market strategies, and avoiding the common mistakes new managers make.This conversation is essential listening for medical device sales reps, managers, and executives who want to scale markets, build winning cultures, and grow long-term careers in MedTech.RESOURCES:
Sunday, January 4, 2026 | The Four Agreements: Ancient Wisdom for Dreaming Today | Pastor Michelle preaches an intro sermon, entitled "You're the Star," focusing on the story of the Epiphany and giving the WHY behind our new years series based on the "The Four Agreements".
In this episode's discussions around the Community Table, getting a worrisome associate, and the entire team, on track. Plus, communicating with clients and assuring them you have their back: A manager struggles to help an associate manage tasks and produce work on time, could tools help through redundancies and accountability. Daily “standups” or “scrums” can help legal teams clear logjams and stay on track. Christopher offers a concise explanation of how time management and accountability systems drive productivity. Assuring clients you have their best interests at heart is vital, especially when they think you're “part of the system.” What are “The Four Agreements” and how can they help you understand clients and communicate? Ask, listen, and explain. Mentioned in This Episode: “The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz Notion legal software Asana Microsoft Teams PCLaw Microsoft 365 Trello Todoist Book, “The Lean-Agile Way” Scrum.org Clio ClioCon 2026, Oct. 26-27, 2026
Sunday, December 28, 2025 | Post-Christmas Sabbath Sunday | Online worship with an introduction to our January 2026 sermon series
What Flavor Ego Are U? #ACIM WrkBook Lesson 35 with Denise DarleneEgo, Fear, and Attack Thoughts Jevon Perra stated that the attack is validated because it's necessary to maintain a separate identity, validating "I am me" and an "outside". Jevon Perra explained that, based on the Course, the only two real experiences are love or fear, and fear is attack-based. Soo Kim agreed that finding differences and separation seems to be an important step in human development.Persona, Authenticity, and Forgiveness Jevon Perra explained that the word "persona" means "mask," suggesting that being a person or human involves wearing a mask, and authenticity is often tied to a person's committed mask. Jevon Perra suggested that if one believes they are their mask, they are authentic, but if the mask is used solely to achieve an outcome, it is inauthentic or manipulative. Jevon Perra likened forgiveness, in the context of the Course, to using a thorn to remove other thorns before discarding the final thorn, representing the release of all stories and definitions of separation, including the basic story of "I am a person".Personal Defenses and Childhood Experiences Soo Kim shared that they need to clarify goals with their therapist, describing an ego defense named Meredith that comes out when they feel threatened. Soo Kim spoke about their mother's attempt to "smooth out" their "sharp" personality, suggesting their mother's goal was to mold them into a compliant and useful member of society. Soo Kim felt they were never allowed to have feelings or opinions validated, which was compounded by Korean and Catholic cultures, leading them to try and figure out who they are and not be ruled by these pressures.Enneagram Type and Parental Judgment Denise Darlene asked Soo Kim about their Enneagram type, confirming they are a 54, which aligns with having a private life and a tendency to analyze a lot. Soo Kim recounted a past event where their sister, who attended a birthday event, was surprised by the number of friends present, saying their mother felt nobody would show up due to Soo Kim's "sharp personality". Denise Darlene affirmed that the need for "quieting" was about Soo Kim's mother's image and fear of judgment, asserting that Soo Kim is never the problem in any relationship.Conflict Resolution and Capacity Soo Kim described a recent rupture with Leila, noting Leila's text message stating being overwhelmed and "not ready" to talk. Soo Kim felt Leila's apology for causing hurt seemed like a "fake" attempt to sweep things under the rug, prioritizing ease over an authentic conversation. Denise Darlene advised Soo Kim to consider that Leila's response reflects her capacity, noting that Leila may not approach things the same way Soo Kim does.Emotional Triggers and Inquiry Denise Darlene suggested that nothing outside of a person can cause an experience, and emotional triggers point to an "old wound" or belief within that is being invited to be investigated and rewritten. When Soo Kim mentioned feeling annoyed, Denise Darlene clarified that annoyance indicates being triggered, and asked about Soo Kim's fear in that moment, to which Soo Kim responded with a fear of being "worthless" and feeling "disrespected". Denise Darlene suggested investigating the feeling of being disrespected or dismissed, potentially using Byron Katie's work, and proposed that inquiry, such as asking "How are you feeling right now," is critical to avoid making assumptions or projections.The Journey of Unfolding and Spiritual Practice Denise Darlene clarified that they are not inviting Soo Kim to "soften" but to address the triggers that cause harm, noting that the journey involves moving away from the extremes of being silenced or being overly loud. Soo Kim then suggested reading or doing Lesson 35 from the Course. Jevon Perra read Lesson 35, "My mind is part of God's. I am very holy," which focuses on establishing identity by establishing one's source, presenting a view of the self beyond the ego-based image or "persona".Applying the Lesson and Releasing Attachments Lesson 35 instructs the application to focus on the perceiver, searching the mind for descriptive terms (positive or negative) used to see oneself, and following each term with "but my mind is part of God's I am very holy". Jevon Perra discussed the Course's idea of a "tiny mad idea" of separation, which leads to a choice between love or fear, sameness or difference, in every moment. Jevon Perra asserted that the whole work is about releasing, as there is nothing to accomplish or prove.Defense, Neutrality, and Removing Blocks Soo Kim brought up the idea of divine versus profane masculine and feminine, expressing a desire to know themself and not be boundaryless or "trampled on". Denise Darlene emphasized that the only reason for defense is believing one has been attacked, referencing Don Miguel Ruiz's The Four Agreements, particularly "don't take anything personally". Denise Darlene described neutrality as an "unbelievably powerful" position, achieved by processing the understanding that other people's actions are not about oneself, and that any negative reaction is rooted in a belief within that is being triggered. Jevon Perra agreed that the true work is letting go of barriers and attachments, which are held by the self.Healing and Spiritual Truth Denise Darlene stated that triggers are an invitation to address wounded parts of oneself, which requires feeling them, as one cannot heal what they do not feel. Denise Darlene advised that even with evidence to the contrary, the spiritual truth of who Soo Kim is, is love. Jevon Perra concluded that the whole purpose of non-dual work is to let go of the barriers to love, which Denise Darlene defined as fear and lies.Sacrificing Desired Outcomes Jevon Perra shared observations about sacrificing the very thing they are working for, drawing a parallel to sacrificing time with family while building the family. They stated that this is how most of life is, sacrificing what they truly want, such as peace and contentment. Soo Kim expressed surprise at how well the lesson they read applied to the conversation.Identity and Detachment Denise Darlene discussed attaching identity to descriptive words like "I am direct" or "I am loud," suggesting that these are actually what one is not. They asserted that they are not any specific role like a mother, wife, or daughter, but rather that these are "hats" they wear. Soo Kim noted that the neutrality discussed earlier seems to stem from self-knowledge and knowing what works and what doesn't, hoping the lesson would help them achieve detachment and neutrality.Autonomy Versus Neutrality Denise Darlene clarified the distinction between autonomy and neutrality, explaining that autonomy is about being one's own person governed by personal likes and dislikes. In contrast, neutrality, as discussed in the course, is about stepping back from the ego's meaning-making process where meaning is placed on absolutely everything seen with physical eyes. Denise Darlene added that there is a deeper spiritual meaning experienced through connecting with God, which operates through the "filter of love".Non-Attachment and Identity Jevon Perra differentiated between detachment and non-attachment, explaining that non-attachment, spiritually speaking, allows someone to still go for what they want with full force but without having to achieve a certain outcome. They emphasized that the outcome does not have to define one's identity, allowing a person to accept not achieving a goal without getting upset, reflecting a mindset of "how curious, interesting". Denise Darlene assured Soo Kim that they would get "another chance" and the lesson is not finished, as they are "going around the mountain".
Today's show continues the conversation with the author of the mega-bestselling book, "The Four Agreements" don Miguel Ruiz, and his son, don Jose Ruiz. Together they talk deeply about truth, individuality, and belief systems. They ask us to enjoy life for the limited time we are here. Try to enjoy every moment, while also acknowledging that there is suffering and hardship. They talk about the power we have and how we can change "the story" through our awareness. They explain how the ancestors say we are living in a dream. It is up to us to decide, and to have courage and discipline to change the dream through our habits and by getting to the root of our truth. Don Miguel Ruiz was born into a family of healers and raised in rural Mexico by a curandera (healer) mother and nagual (shaman) grandfather. The family anticipated don Miguel would embrace their centuries old legacy of healing and teaching and as a nagual, carry forward the esoteric Toltec knowledge. Instead, distracted by modern life, Miguel chose to attend medical school and become a surgeon. A near death experience in 1970 changed his life and he began an intensive practice of self-inquiry. He continues to devote himself to the mastery of his ancient ancestral wisdom. His book "The Four Agreements" has been a mega-bestselling book for years. Don Jose, his son, grew up in a long lineage of Toltec Teachers. His father, the Nagual don Miguel Ruiz, and his grandmother, Sarita, passed on their Toltec Teachings to don Jose, who carries on the family tradition of teaching Toltec wisdom. In 2010, don Jose Ruiz released his first book titled "The Fifth Agreement" in partnership with his father, don Miguel Ruiz. Following this publication, don Jose began traveling around the US, Mexico, and South America. Don Jose inspires people in many different ways including through his book signings, lectures, seminars, and hosting intensive journeys to Teotihuacan and other sacred sites around the world. This is Part 2 of the interview. Info: miguelruiz.com and theuniverseofnow.com.
Are you familiar with the concept of "The Four Agreements"? Do you strive for personal freedom? Today's special guests, Toltec masters don Miguel Ruiz and his son, don Jose Ruiz, talk about the power of The Four Agreements and the importance of awareness. The Four Agreements are a powerful code of conduct for attaining personal freedom, and awareness is the first step toward freedom because we cannot be free if we don't know what we really are. Together they deeply discuss these concepts and how death begins at the moment of conception – your physical body can die at any moment. We must enjoy the preciousness of this life. Don Miguel Ruiz was born into a family of healers and raised in rural Mexico by a curandera (healer) mother and nagual (shaman) grandfather. The family anticipated don Miguel would embrace their centuries old legacy of healing and teaching and as a nagual, carry forward the esoteric Toltec knowledge. Instead, distracted by modern life, Miguel chose to attend medical school and become a surgeon. A near death experience in 1970 changed his life and he began an intensive practice of self-inquiry. He continues to devote himself to the mastery of his ancient ancestral wisdom. His book "The Four Agreements" has been a mega-bestselling book for years. Don Jose, his son, grew up in a long lineage of Toltec Teachers. His father, the Nagual don Miguel Ruiz, and his grandmother, Sarita, passed on their Toltec Teachings to don Jose, who carries on the family tradition of teaching Toltec wisdom. In 2010, don Jose Ruiz released his first book titled "The Fifth Agreement" in partnership with his father, don Miguel Ruiz. Following this publication, don Jose began traveling around the US, Mexico, and South America. Don Jose inspires people in many different ways including through his book signings, lectures, seminars, and hosting intensive journeys to Teotihuacan and other sacred sites around the world. This is Part 1 of the interview. Info: miguelruiz.com and theuniverseofnow.com.
DON MIQUEL RUIZ is a renowned spiritual teacher and internationally bestselling author of Toltec Wisdom. By exploring the human mind from a shamanic as well as scientific perspective, don Miguel has combined old wisdom with modern insights, Miquel has written many books, his first is The Four Agreements (which I graffiti’d onto my bathroom wall….) […]
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If you're ready for a different kind of year, this solo teaching walks you through four books that can change the way you think, lead, and serve. Dr. Lona shares why The Four Agreements, Power vs. Force, The Power of Intention, and You Can Heal Your Life have shaped her most as a healer, a business owner, and a human. You'll hear how each book helps you clean up your words, raise your state, align your intention, and see the mind–body connection in a deeper way so you can lead your team, care for people, and step into 2026 with clearer energy and purpose.Key Highlights00:57 – Hear why reflecting on what you've been feeding your mind sets the stage for a different year instead of repeating 2025 by default.02:17 – Learn how The Four Agreements helps you take radical ownership of your words, energy, and reactions while letting go of what you can't control.04:02 – Explore what it really means to be impeccable with your word, stop taking things personally, and release the need to manage other people's opinions of you.05:27 – See how spotting assumptions inside your team changes communication, invites better questions, and keeps everyone from filling in the blanks with stories.06:37 – Discover why Power vs. Force became a turning point for understanding states of consciousness, human behavior, and how your inner tone shapes your outer life.08:07 – Connect your nervous system tone to the tone of your life and see why trying to lead, email, or correct people from anger usually multiplies problems.09:12 – Learn how The Power of Intention can shift how you open a clinic, build systems, and hire a team by focusing on clarity of intent, not just tasks.10:42 – Hear how bringing intention to small tasks in a busy office turns routines into impact, from huddles and paperwork to adjustments and one-on-one meetings.12:07 – Dive into You Can Heal Your Life as a simple doorway into mind–body work, using its dictionary-style structure to see how symptoms and stories often move together.15:07 – Follow a real vertigo case, link it to loss and ungrounding, and see how these four books together can help you enter 2026 with grounded, aligned energy.BooksThe Four Agreements – Don Miguel Ruiz – https://a.co/d/gREG0UDPower vs. Force – David R. Hawkins, M.D., Ph.D. – https://a.co/d/cvWpjCKThe Power of Intention – Dr. Wayne W. Dyer – https://a.co/d/afiyykNYou Can Heal Your Life – Louise Hay – https://a.co/d/72bUzNk Resources MentionedTo schedule a Strategy Session with Dr Lona: https://go.oncehub.com/DrLonaBuildPodcastTo schedule a Strategy Session with Dr Bobby: https://go.oncehub.com/DrBobbyBuildPodcastLearn more about the Remarkable CEO Podcast: https://theremarkablepractice.com/podcast
Karyn's spiritual journey was documented in her book Findings from the Hunting Party's Scout, which chronicles her four most intense years of spiritual growth as an ordinary working soccer mom into an embodied awakened faith leader. After a life-changing spontaneous awakening she shared her Toltec teacher's teachings and her own experiences as an Interfaith minister ordained by One Spirit Seminary in NYC. In 2019 Karyn was certified as a Mindfulness Meditation teacher taught by Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield in their Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program Program. Incorporating methods of mindfulness, The Four Agreements and mystical teachings of the world's religion into her talks, workshops and writings, Karyn shares wisdom in a non-denominational, dogma free style that is accessible to people who are searching for an open spiritual path that they can call their own. On her Substack, Karyn's Findings, she released Inviting Grace In, a curated full year of quotes to guide readers through Four seasons of spiritual growth: Spring-Uplifting Spirit, Summer-Shifting Perspectives, Autumn-Recognizing Wisdom, Winter-Expanding the understanding of our being. As a life long social activist, Karyn's posts highlight ways we can mindfully and compassionately co-create a world where all life is uplifted with a new understanding of ourselves and the source of existence we often call God. Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group Interview recorded November 15, 2025
Send us a textA culture that actually protects first responders doesn't happen by accident—it's built on day-one expectations, family inclusion, and leaders who tell the truth even when the news is hard. We sit down with Doug Wyman to map what real organizational wellness looks like and why “Inside the Box” has become a powerful framework for shifting identity, policy, and practice in policing.We start where most programs fail: leaving wellness to HR or EAP and forgetting families. Doug explains how to onboard spouses and partners with the same care we give new hires, and why a 10–15 minute decompression ritual at the door can prevent years of resentment at home. From there, we dig into the mentorship pipeline—how great FTOs set career goals, normalize therapy, and keep officers engaged long after field training. As rank rises, the view widens; without peer networks and rank-specific training, command staff unintentionally import narrow worldviews into complex events like suicide, deepening stigma and pain.The episode unpacks procedural justice for the inside of the house—dignity, voice, clear motives, and follow-through—to counter “administration betrayal.” We name the Man Box and the Cop Box, exploring how rigid ideals make therapy, medication, or simple human tenderness feel like violations. Doug shows how emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and the Four Agreements become everyday tools that change culture one conversation at a time. And we get practical: field officers should carry the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale, because at 3 a.m. on a bridge you need the right questions, not another search tab.If you lead, supervise, dispatch, or love a first responder, this conversation offers a blueprint you can use tomorrow—family education, mentorship, internal fairness, and tools that save lives. Listen, share with your team, and tell us what belongs outside the box. If this resonated, subscribe, leave a review, and pass it to a colleague who needs a better way forward.Go to Doug's LinkedIn website at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-wyman-6b80852a/details/featured/The Class Inside the Box - Focuses on Organizational Wellness and Post Traumatic growth and is for first line supervisors and command staff. Support the showYouTube Channel For The Podcast
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 3203: Jill Coleman explores the liberating power of not taking things personally, especially in emotionally charged spaces like fitness and physique competitions. Drawing from The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz, she challenges us to separate our self-worth from others' actions, freeing ourselves from ego-driven narratives and victimhood. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jillfit.com/2012/05/17/fitness-egos/ Quotes to ponder: "Consider that what other people do has nothing to do with you." "Allow people to be themselves, without expectation, and you be you, without apologies." "To assume people are going about their lives deliberately doing things to offend us is SELFISH!" Episode references: The Four Agreements: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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 3203: Jill Coleman explores the liberating power of not taking things personally, especially in emotionally charged spaces like fitness and physique competitions. Drawing from The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz, she challenges us to separate our self-worth from others' actions, freeing ourselves from ego-driven narratives and victimhood. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jillfit.com/2012/05/17/fitness-egos/ Quotes to ponder: "Consider that what other people do has nothing to do with you." "Allow people to be themselves, without expectation, and you be you, without apologies." "To assume people are going about their lives deliberately doing things to offend us is SELFISH!" Episode references: The Four Agreements: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
EP.609In this episode, the hosts keep things real while talking about managing your mood and holiday stress how to stay positive even with all the holiday eating, less sunlight, and emotional ups and downs. They chat about Lisa Ekman's book Deprogramming Democrats and uneducating the Elites, which basically says higher education can sometimes dull skepticism, and we should all be willing to question what we believe.They get into how family, religion, and culture shape what we think, and explore the idea of building your own beliefs outside of traditional religion. Drawing from The Four Agreements like not taking things personally and being honest in your words they talk about how Lisa used these ideas to break free from self-doubt and outside influences.The conversation also tackles religion and church life, admitting church communities can be great but calling out megachurches for treating faith like a business. They explore how religion can lift people up or hold them back.Politics and media get a solid look too, discussing social media drama, cancel culture, the Citizens United ruling, and the dropping respect for big institutions. They dig into how name calling and harsh labels crank up fear and division. The episode wraps by talking about political violence and why free speech and peaceful conversation are so important, even when people disagree.Buy The Book!
On this episode of The Nikki & Brie Show Nikki flies solo for a heartfelt, hilarious, and deeply inspiring conversation with her longtime friend and fellow WWE powerhouse, Bayley! From Grand Slam Champion to locker room mentor, Bayley opens up about the journey that's shaped her—inside and outside of the ring. She talks growing up as a wrestling fan, finding her passion, and the defining moment that made her believe she could become a WWE Superstar.The two talk about evolution—both personal and professional. Bayley shares how the “hugger” years shaped her early identity, how confidence came later, and how her current role is about lifting others. She gets candid about what's next: her first all-women's wrestling seminar, plans for coaching, and why she's passionate about bridging the gap between the indie scene and WWE. Oh—and yes, there are stories of cats, chaotic road trips, and some unforgettable wrestling memories.Nikki and Bayley play a hilarious round of “UnBaileyvable”, a rapid-fire game where Bayley reveals her celebrity crush and why Nick Miller from New Girl might be her soulmate. The episode closes with a powerful Inspiration Affirmation inspired by The Four Agreements and a reminder that—especially in this business—“don't take anything personally” might just be the best advice of all. Call Nikki & Brie at 833-GARCIA2 and leave a voicemail! Follow Nikki & Brie on Instagram, follow the show on Instagram and TikTok and send Nikki & Brie a message on Threads! Follow Bonita Bonita on Instagram Book a reservation at the Bonita Bonita Speakeasy To watch exclusive videos of this week's episode, follow The Nikki & Brie Show on YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok! You can also catch The Nikki & Brie Show on SiriusXM Stars 109! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What does resilience look like when it’s shaped by community, compassion, and the courage to begin again?In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Deb Weaver, educator, consultant, ceramic sculptor, and founder of Woven Opportunities, whose life and leadership have been shaped by both extraordinary challenge and extraordinary care. Deb shares how the Four Agreements guide her work, why presence matters more than perfection, and how emotional intelligence becomes a lifelong practice.She also opens up about the accident that changed everything: a near-fatal collision that left her relearning how to walk, think, and rebuild her life with the help of family, friends, and strangers who simply showed up. Through that journey, Deb discovered a deeper understanding of patience, boundaries, strength, and what it truly means to be part of a village.From standing in a Russian fishing village helping build a school from scratch, to learning to walk again in a YMCA pool, to teaching leaders how to practice clarity as kindness, Deb reminds us that resilience isn’t something we face alone. It grows through connection, one choice, one breath, and one openhearted moment at a time.Learn more about Deb’s work at wovenopportunities.com.Support the show: https://richlandsource.com/membersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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 2804: Angel Chernoff outlines how to recognize the subtle and not-so-subtle behaviors of toxic friends who drain your energy, undermine your confidence, or manipulate your emotions. Understanding these warning signs can empower you to set boundaries and cultivate healthier, more supportive relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.marcandangel.com/2013/04/16/10-signs-your-friend-is-toxic/ Quotes to ponder: "Sometimes we expect more from others because we would be willing to do that much for them." "A true friend will never put you down, intentionally or unintentionally." "If someone in your life is bringing you down, they shouldn't be in your life." Episode references: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: https://www.franklincovey.com/the-7-habits/ The Four Agreements: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319
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Welcome to my monthly FLOW (aka food, listening to/reading, obsessed with + wellness), where I share my current favourites in health, wellness & lifestyleMentioned in the episode:Food & nutrition:-Ambitious Kitchen Cookbook-NAC powder in ginger peach hereListening to & reading:-Housemaid series, The Four Agreements, The Three Questions-My Goodreads-Activations app-EdXObsessed:-England, Bakeoff, Kobo, pj setsWellness/workout:-Pascoe detox kit-Eversio mushrooms (15% off Eversio with code: ALEXKING)-Earl grey hot chocolate-Journaling + nervous system workConnect with me:- Free call: work with me here- Have period cramps? Check out my online course- DUTCH test (hormone test)- GI Map test (gut test) - Free resources- IG: @nutritionmoderation- TikTok: @nutritionmoderation- nutritionmoderation.comDISCOUNTS:- 15% off Eversio with code: ALEXKING - 15% off at MUDWTR using code: ALEXADELE- 10% off at Pascoe using code: ALEXKING10- Discount on Canadian Supplements: https://ca.fullscript.com/welcome/aking- Discount on US Supplements: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/aking1654616901For podcast inquiries, email: holisticwomenshealthpodcast@gmail.com
This may be the most heartfelt episode I've ever recorded. In this deeply human conversation, Maxwell Ivey: The Blind Blogger, and I talk about what it means to keep moving when life doesn't hand you easy options. Maxwell lost his sight as a child, taught himself to code, built a business, and learned to ask for help without shame. We talk about the quiet power of asking, the courage to act before conditions are perfect, and a rare take on gratitude-not as politeness, but as the willingness to use what's been given. Somewhere along the way, we find ourselves reflecting on The Four Agreements and how "don't take things personally" and "don't make assumptions" become essential mindsets in the world of disability and education. It's unpolished, honest, and full of wisdom that only comes from lived experience. Stay to the end to hear Maxwell sing his original song, Don't Wait on Someday. You can find Maxwell at theblindblogger.net.
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Send us a textIn this solo episode, I delve into the transformative wisdom of 'The Four Agreements' by Don Miguel Ruiz. I share how this profound book has significantly influenced my life and why I believe it's essential reading for everyone. I discuss the four key agreements: Be Impeccable with Your Word, Don't Take Anything Personally, Don't Make Assumptions, and Always Do Your Best. I explain how each of these agreements, rooted in ancient Toltec wisdom, can dramatically shift your perspective and improve your daily life. Make sure to check out the book if you don't own a copy, it is only about 5 dollars right now if you click on the link below. Buy the Four Agreements hereFind Jess below!Website: Simply Jess Skincare SIMPLY JESS SKINCARE:Each and every product is naturally derived, highly concentrated and most importantly, super performing! Every product was born out of a need to have a truly pure product that met my high standards for efficacy. Subscribe to Our Newsletter! You can take 20% off Your Order of our all natural skincare line with code: PODCAST Shop Now! Favorite Supplements for Health and Fat loss: Click HERE My favorites are the Power Greens, Digestive Enzymes and Brain Power Mushroom Coffee-15% off with Code: SIMPLYJESSSKINCARE15 Click HereEmail Us! jess@learningtoglow.comFollow us! Instagram Tik Tok
In this empowering episode of Single Parent Success Stories, Irina Shehovsov interviews Kelly Etter — former Radio City Rockette, certified Pilates trainer, and devoted single mom — who turned pain into purpose after divorce.
In today's episode, we dive into The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz—a timeless guide to personal freedom and transformation. As we prepare for our upcoming retreat in Greece with 44 incredible ...
Fer Broca joins us for a deep chat about ancient religion, the roots of spirituality and his latest book "8 Universal Laws - Exercises and Meditations for Self-Realization" We talk about shamanism, Jesus, the 6th humanity, peace and harmony, cycles and times, smoke and mirrors, three eyes, the Four Agreements, Karma, the feather of justice, and suffering. In the second half we get into modernity, meat eating, chakras, cultivating peace, coherence, taking action and plant medicine. https://www.youtube.com/@FerBroca https://ferbroca.com/ https://books.innertraditions.com/8-universal-laws/ To gain access to the second half of show and our Plus feed for audio and podcast please clink the link http://www.grimericaoutlawed.ca/support. For second half of video (when applicable and audio) go to our Substack and Subscribe. https://grimericaoutlawed.substack.com/ or to our Locals https://grimericaoutlawed.locals.com/ or Rokfin www.Rokfin.com/Grimerica Patreon https://www.patreon.com/grimericaoutlawed Support the show directly: https://grimericacbd.com/ CBD / THC Tinctures and Gummies https://grimerica.ca/support-2/ Eh-List Podcast and site: https://eh-list.ca/ Eh-List YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEh-List Our Adultbrain Audiobook Podcast and Website: www.adultbrain.ca Our Audiobook Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@adultbrainaudiobookpublishing/videos Darren's book www.acanadianshame.ca Check out our next trip/conference/meetup - Contact at the Cabin www.contactatthecabin.com Other affiliated shows: www.grimerica.ca The OG Grimerica Show www.Rokfin.com/Grimerica Our channel on free speech Rokfin Join the chat / hangout with a bunch of fellow Grimericans Https://t.me.grimerica https://www.guilded.gg/chat/b7af7266-771d-427f-978c-872a7962a6c2?messageId=c1e1c7cd-c6e9-4eaf-abc9-e6ec0be89ff3 Leave a review on iTunes and/or Stitcher: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/grimerica-outlawed http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/grimerica-outlawed Sign up for our newsletter http://www.grimerica.ca/news SPAM Graham = and send him your synchronicities, feedback, strange experiences and psychedelic trip reports!! graham@grimerica.com InstaGRAM https://www.instagram.com/the_grimerica_show_podcast/ Purchase swag, with partial proceeds donated to the show www.grimerica.ca/swag Send us a postcard or letter http://www.grimerica.ca/contact/ ART - Napolean Duheme's site http://www.lostbreadcomic.com/ MUSIC Tru Northperception, Felix's Site sirfelix.bandcamp.com
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On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: movie adaptations and wordy card games Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: answering a listener question about all things pre-orders The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . . . 1:16 - Our Current Reads 1:35 - The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman 6:43 - You Can't Say Umm card game 7:34 - Quiddler game 9:06 - Our Current Reads 9:24 - The Killer Question by Janice Hallett (Meredith) 10:37 - The Appeal by Janice Hallett 10:38 - The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels by Janice Hallett 10:42 - The Examiner by Janice Hallett 16:45 - The Crescent Monon Tea Room by Stacy Sivinski (Kaytee) 20:34 - The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz (Meredith) 22:23 - The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown 26:00 - Between Two Kingdoms by Suleika Jaouad (Kaytee) 27:14 - When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi 29:39 - Inheritance by Nora Roberts (Meredith) 33:52 - The Search by Nora Roberts 36:43 - Tilt by Emma Pattee (Kaytee) 40:58 - Deep Dive: All Things Pre-Orders 41:47 - @hollyslitmagic on Instagram 43:55 - Fabled Bookshop 47:07 - The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow (pre-order, releases Oct 28, 2025) 47:12 - The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow (UK edition, pre-order releases Oct 30, 2025) 48:32 - Bergman Brothers full box set is no longer available through Illumicrate 50:21 - Nevermoor by Jessica Townsend 51:22 - Meet Us At The Fountain 52:10 - Sorta Awesome 52:21 - @metaphysicalmeg on Instagram 52:26 - Meg's offerings for readings 53:59 - My wish is that you know yourself as a reader but also your whole self. (Meredith) 55:00 - I wish to encourage the nostalgia reading experience. (Kaytee) 55:09 - The Secret of Secrets by Dan Brown 55:59 - The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown 56:54 - Katabasis by R.F. Kuang 58:33 - Origin by Dan Brown 58:34 - The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown 58:36 - Angels and Demons by Dan Brown Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. September's IPL is brought to us from Words Matter in Pitman, NJ. Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business. All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!
In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Sana speaks with Sarah Stahl—marketing veteran, tourism leader, and entrepreneur—about the mental resilience required to take big risks and create meaningful change. Sarah shares her journey from a secure role as a DMO director to scaling a rural treehouse glamping resort from $200K to nearly $1M, and eventually launching her own business helping vacation rental owners build independent brands. This candid conversation dives deep into reframing fear, recognizing when security is a mirage, and learning to trust your gut. Sarah also shares practical mindset tools, including the life-changing principles from The Four Agreements, and how to navigate the uncertainty that comes with leaving comfort zones behind. Whether you're contemplating a career leap or facing a personal turning point, this episode will equip you with actionable insights to move forward with courage and clarity. *Note from the host - "In the beginning, I mistakenly mentioned that we need to be forearmed before forewarned. It should be forewarned is forearmed" About the Guest Sarah Stahl is an entrepreneur, brand strategist, and former tourism director who has helped businesses—from local glamping resorts to vacation rental owners—grow with independence and sustainability. After 15 years in marketing and 7 years in tourism, she now focuses on empowering owners to thrive without third-party dependence. Her approach blends marketing expertise, life experience, and intuitive decision-making. Key Takeaways True risk-taking is less about having a perfect plan and more about cultivating trust in yourself. Leaving a secure role can feel terrifying, but it can also unlock your greatest potential. Imposter syndrome is often the voice asking, “What if I fail?”—challenge it by taking action anyway. The Four Agreements—be impeccable with your word, don't take things personally, don't make assumptions, and always do your best—are powerful mindset tools for resilience. Security in business or employment is often a mirage; real security comes from self-trust and adaptability. Surround yourself with a diverse community to expand perspective and practice empathy. Your energy—whether confident or fearful—shows up in your communication and relationships. Progress often comes from small, consistent steps rather than giant leaps. Connect with the Guest Website: www.sarahstahl.com Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST: Tune to all our 19 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind OUR SERVICES Business Podcast Management - https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/corporatepodcasting/ Individual Podcast Management - https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/Podcasting/ Share Your Story With World - https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/shareyourstory STAY TUNED AND FOLLOW US! Medium - https://medium.com/@contentbyavikYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@healthymindbyavikInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn Page - https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthymindbyavikLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster/Twitter - https://twitter.com/podhealthclubPinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/Avikpodhealth/ SHARE YOUR REVIEW Share your Google Review - https://www.podpage.com/bizblend/reviews/new/ Share a video Testimonial - https://famewall.healthymindbyavik.com/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #HealthyMindByAvik #MentalHealthAwareness #StorytellingAsMedicine #PodcastLife #PersonalDevelopment #ConsciousLiving #GrowthMindset #MindfulnessMatters #VoicesOfUnity #InspirationDaily #podcast #podcasting #podcaster #podcastlife #podcastlove #podcastshow #podcastcommunity #newpodcast #podcastaddict #podcasthost #podcastepisode #podcastinglife #podrecommendation #wellnesspodcast #healthpodcast #mentalhealthpodcast #wellbeing #selfcare #mentalhealth #mindfulness #healthandwellness #wellnessjourney #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #healthandwellnesspodcast #fyp #foryou #foryoupage #viral #trending #tiktok #tiktokviral #explore #trendingvideo #youtube #motivation #inspiration #positivity #mindset #selflove #success
Leaders are more vulnerable than ever before to become burned out, messed up, and off track. Using the ancient wisdom from the Toltecs, Dr. McKinley will discuss the Four Agreements that every leader might consider before they start their day. Using this simple but effective tool, leaders can become more focused and less confused about things that don't matter and free to lead and serve without unnecessary internal distractions.To Order Doug's Books: The Resiliency Quest,Mad About Us Visit Doug's Website: https://www.dougmckinley.com/ Receive a Free Leadership Resource: Leadership Guide
In this powerful and unfiltered episode, Dr. Joseph Rodriguez — CRNA, former state and national leader, faculty member, and host of Anesthesia Deconstructed — takes us inside the real lessons of anesthesia leadership.From COVID-era disruption to contract losses, difficult boardroom conversations, and the relentless financial pressures of today's anesthesia market, Joe shares stories that few leaders are willing to tell. Each story carries a hard-won lesson: why leadership is never just a title, how executive presence shapes outcomes, why data transparency can backfire, and how accountability transforms teams from fragile to high-performing.We also dive into the frameworks that shaped his leadership journey — from Crucial Conversations to The Four Agreements and Five Dysfunctions of a Team — and how every leader can apply them to grow themselves, their organizations, and the people they serve.This isn't theory. It's frontline leadership, with all the scars, pivots, and resilience required to survive in one of healthcare's most disrupted specialties.Whether you're a CRNA, SRNA, or a healthcare leader navigating change, this conversation is a masterclass in turning setbacks into systems, failures into frameworks, and words into lasting impact.Keywords:Anesthesia, CRNA Leadership, Healthcare Business, Executive Presence, Leadership Lessons, Nurse Anesthesiology, Organizational Growth, Accountability, Professional Development, Anesthesia Contracts, No Surprises Act, Healthcare Strategy, Team Building, Crucial Conversations, Five Dysfunctions of a TeamSend us a textFollow us at:InstagramFacebookTwitter/X
We all want more energy — but what if your fatigue isn't about sleep, diet, or exercise at all? In this solo episode, Darin O'Lien uncovers the invisible drains on your vitality that most people never notice. From blue light to toxic relationships, hidden mold, micro-stress loops, EMF exposure, and even unresolved trauma stored in your body, Darin reveals how your life force is being stolen — and how to take it back. You'll learn the overlooked ways your time, attention, and biology are constantly depleted — and the exact SuperLife Energy Seal Protocol Darin uses to plug those leaks, reclaim his vitality, and live fully charged. What You'll Learn in This Episode 00:00 – Introduction & Episode Overview Darin introduces the concept of hidden energy leaks and why most fatigue isn't just about lack of sleep. 03:05 – Energy Deposits vs. Withdrawals How every interaction, choice, and environment either builds or depletes your life force. 04:33 – The Overlooked Energy Drains The most common — and invisible — ways energy slips away without your awareness. 06:58 – Blue Light & Circadian Rhythm Disruption The science of how nighttime screen use suppresses melatonin and wrecks your sleep quality. 09:06 – Ultra-Processed Foods & Energy Impact Why “dead calorie” foods cause fatigue and how to build an energy-supportive plate. 11:33 – Hydration & Water Quality Why dehydration is the #1 cause of fatigue, and the importance of filtering and mineralizing your water. 15:06 – Micro-Stress Loops & Mental Background Apps How unresolved thoughts quietly drain your energy — and how to shut them down. 17:28 – Toxic Relationships & Social Friction The measurable toll hostile interactions take on your health and recovery. 19:10 – Indoor Air Quality & Mold Exposure How unseen environmental toxins mimic chronic fatigue symptoms. 21:27 – EMF Exposure & Device Overload The overlooked stressor disrupting your sleep, nervous system, and cellular health. 23:14 – Stillness Breaks & Nature Time The proven stress-relieving effects of short nature “pills” and mindfulness pauses. 25:41 – Past Trauma & Recapitulation How unresolved experiences trap your life force — and the Toltec method to reclaim it. 30:39 – The SuperLife Energy Seal Protocol Darin's complete daily checklist to stop leaks and recharge vitality. 33:08 – Darin's Daily Rituals How he integrates energy-protective practices into his everyday life. 35:33 – Closing Thoughts Why energy isn't something you gain — it's what's left when you stop the leaks. Thank You to Our Sponsors: Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout. Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolienPodcast: superlife.com/podcastsWebsite: superlife.comBook: Fatal Conveniences Key Takeaway "Energy isn't something you get — it's what remains when you stop the leaks." Bibliography · Chang AM et al. Evening use of light-emitting eReaders… PNAS, 2015. · Hall KD et al. Ultra-processed diets cause excess calorie intake… Cell Metabolism, 2019. · Ganio MS et al. Mild dehydration impairs vigilance… Br J Nutr, 2011. · McEwen BS. Allostatic load and stress physiology. Ann NY Acad Sci, 1999. · Kiecolt-Glaser JK et al. Hostile behavior slows wound healing… Arch Gen Psychiatry, 2005. · CDC/NIOSH. Health problems in damp buildings. · Satish U et al. CO₂ and decision-making. Environ Health Perspect, 2012. · WHO. Electromagnetic fields and public health. · Hunter MCR et al. Nature pill and stress relief. Front Psychol, 2019. · Levine P. Somatic experiencing and trauma discharge. PubMed, 2012. · · Somatic trauma & release: Levine P. Waking the Tiger; “Trauma creates a permanent imprint… the body can be retrained to discharge it.” (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) · · Recapitulation (Toltec lineage): Ruiz DM. The Four Agreements; narrative recounting as energy reclamation. (Ancestral wisdom, narrative psychology) · · Narrative therapy integration: White M. “Externalizing the problem, reclaiming identity.” (Case-based evidence, therapeutic outcomes) · · (And prior citations as listed—circadian, UPF, hydration, air, mindfulness, social, EMF, stillness—remain intact.)
This week on Stitch Please, Lisa gets real about the politics of pressing yes, we're talking seams, class, and why your iron might be more revolutionary than you think. From cosplay critiques to sewing history, she unpacks why pressing isn't elitist it's care, clarity, and craft all rolled into one. Press play and prepare to rethink your ironing board.===========Dr. Lisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation.Instagram: Lisa WoolforkTwitter: Lisa Woolfork======Stay Connected:YouTube: Black Women StitchInstagram: Black Women StitchFacebook: Stitch Please Podcast--Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletterCheck out our merch hereLeave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode.Join the Black Women Stitch PatreonCheck out our Amazon Store====“Be impeccable with your word.”: The Four Agreements," by Don Miguel Ruiz, outlines four principles for personal freedom and happiness. These agreements, rooted in
A leader with a direct report who is, she says, the most defensive person she's ever known, devotes an entire coaching session to gathering tools to help her cope. All the tools and ideas and scripts in this episode are in an easy-to-understand infographic. Download it for free here. To work on “deserving” dive into The Four Agreements.Dig into more tools for managing defensive people in our podcast library in these three categories:Communication SkillsManagement SkillsRelationship BuildingAdditional episodes you could listen to are:216 - 7 Steps to Stop Emotional Hijacks60 - Be Impeccable with Your Word 35 - Handling Defensive Behaviors173 - Managing Bad Behavior138 - Managing Disruptive Executives198 - Psychological SafetyAdditional tools and resources are in our monthly email. Sign up here.Curious about coaching? Shoot me an email. tom@essentialcomm.com.All our free infographics are in the Essential Tools bin.Your reviews help the show continue as an ad-free podcast. Let us know how we can support you.Until next time, thanks!From The Look & Sound of Leadership team
On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are finishing up season seven with a look back and a look forward! Season Seven In Review: interesting stats, regrets, and exciting upcoming content! Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) . . . . . 1:24 - Season Seven, In Review The most downloaded episodes of the season 1:58 - CR Season 7: Episode 22 - Our Top Reads of 2024 2:09 - CR Season 7: Episode 24 - Mary and Roxanna's Top Reads of 2024 3:24 - CR Season 7: Episode 4 - Reading Routines + The Journey Of Currently Reading (Our 300th Episode) 4:07 - Ordinary Time by Annie B. Jones Favorite individual episodes 7:44 - CR Season 7: Episode 34 - Reading What We Want + Our Reading Life Temp Checks (Meredith) 8:34 - Burn After Reading by Catherine Ryan Howard (Blackwell's link) 11:26 - CR Season 7: Episode 29 - Series Completist + Non Tragic Bookish Tragedies (Kaytee) 11:40 - CR Season 7: Episode 39 - Brain Farts + Reading Canadian (Kaytee) 11:51 - CR Season 7: Episode 30 - New Indie Bookstores + Our Six Star Reads (Meredith) 12:41 - Boss My TBR Segments (Meredith) CR Season 7: Episode 2 - Library Love + Boss Our Summer TBR Update CR Season 7: Episode 5 - Talking to Fictional Characters + Boss My TBR CR Season 7: Episode 14 - Bookish Lego + Boss My TBR CR Season 7: Episode 26 - Bookish Geese + Boss My TBR CR Season 7: Episode 32 - Reading Retreats + Boss My TBR CR Season 7: Episode 40 - Bookish Friends Step Up + Boss My TBR Books we brought that added to the experience by talking about them 15:50 - I'm Thinking of Ending Things by Iain Reid (Meredith) 15:54 - A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness (Meredith) 15:59 - 17 Years Later by J.P. Pomare (Meredith) 16:05 - The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst (Meredith and Kaytee) 16:09 - Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree 17:51 - What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty (Kaytee) 19:04 - The Odyssey by Homer (Kaytee) 19:24 - My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows (Kaytee) 19:49 - Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros 20:21 - The Courage to be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga (Meredith) 20:29 - The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz (Meredith) 21:14 - 101 Horror Books to Read Before You're Murdered by Sadie Hartmann 21:30 - The Ruins by Scott Smith (Meredith) 21:32 - The Grip of It by Jack Jemc (Meredith) 21:33 - True Crime by Samantha Kolesnik (Meredith) 22:26 - Most Ardently by Gabe Cole Novoa (Kaytee) 22:30 - Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen Regrets from season seven? 23:08 - I've been very distracted by work and work projects, and that has impacted my reading. (Meredith) 24:29 - That I closed a part myself off for many months of the past year. (Kaytee) Is there anything new coming to Currently Reading? 23:58 - Nothing being subtracted, but we're thinking about what we can add to the big show. 26:43 - Freshening up the big show and Patreon with a little “summer cleaning” brainstorming. 27:31 - Be sure you are following us on Instagram as Betsy continues to try new things, so you can let us know what you'd like to see more of! Be sure to email us any ideas for our Deep Dive — at currentlyreadingpodcast@gmail.com Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. July's IPL is brought to us by Booktenders of Barboursville, West Virginia (@booktenderswv). Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business. All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!
In this episode, I dive into the hard truth about quitting when things get tough and how often we let fear and negative self-talk get in the way of our progress. I bring back “10 minutes of fire” to share a heartfelt, motivational message about facing adversity, embracing the simple fundamentals, and learning to pivot instead of giving up. I talk about the power of imperfect action, being impeccable with your word (especially to yourself), and why it's crucial to act better than you feel—no matter what life throws at you. My hope is that this message reminds you of your own strength and helps you break the cycle of quitting, so you can keep moving forward toward your goals. If you need a boost, replay this one whenever you hit a rough patch. You are not a quitter—you're a badass! Free Guides: Eating Out Guide - Get The Guide Hight Protein Fast Food Orders - Get the Guide Macro Food Options Guide - Get The Guide Join Us On Patreon - Join Here Submit your questions to be featured on our Q&A episodes. Order from Cured Supplement Order from Legion Supplements and get 20% off your first order by using discount code: keynutrition Connect with us on Instagram Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Next Level Nutrition – @mynextlevelnutrition Episode Timestamps 00:00:00 – Brad introduces the return of "10 minutes of fire" and sets the intention for a motivating, no-nonsense episode. 00:01:02 – "Stop quitting when things get hard." Brad emphasizes the importance of not running from adversity and how purpose often comes from pain. 00:03:00 – Brad discusses how our minds create stories from fear and how recognizing this pattern helps break it. 00:04:51 – Key difference between pivoting on your goals and actually quitting; making intentional decisions is contrasted with giving up. 00:07:44 – Brad references “The Four Agreements” as simple yet life-changing principles. 00:10:54 – Always do your best, even if your best changes from day to day. "Act better than you feel" is emphasized. 00:13:19 – Importance of progress over perfection; evaluating daily best based on current circumstances. 00:15:00 – Pivoting vs. quitting in fitness, career, and relationships—growth often comes from adapting, not stopping. 00:16:01 – Empowerment and changing your identity by aligning actions with goals. 00:16:55 – Closing motivation.
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