Podcasts about Four Pillars

In this empowering episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom tackle the realities of aging head-on with research-backed insights. They debunk common fears around MRI findings like disc bulges and osteoarthritis, explaining—using research-backed evidence—that many are normal age-related changes, not reasons to stop moving. From research-backed benefits of weighted vests for improving strength and posture, to the critical role of strength training for bone density and joint health, the hosts emphasize that movement is medicine. Whether managing osteoporosis, herniated discs, or arthritis, a proactive, guided approach to exercise can help you age with strength, confidence, and independence. Zulu Weighted Vest: Upgrade your everyday movement with the ZULU Weighted Vest — designed to increase calorie burn, naturally engage your core, and improve posture with every step. Perfect for walks, workouts, and daily errands. Use code OPTIMAL for 20% off at checkout. Lifting for Longevity Discount: Check out our NEW movement longevity course -> Lifting for Longevity! Build your Strength, Mobility, Power, Balance and more regardless of what stage or age you're at! Podcast listeners get a bonus discount with code OPTIMAL20 We Think You'll Love: Lifting for Longevity Jen's Instagram Dom's Instagram YouTube Channel What You'll Learn: 1:54 The Truth Behind Aging 3:42 The Power of a Provider's Words 6:07 Misconceptions About Aging and Exercise 7:13 Understanding MRI Findings 11:07 Knee Osteoarthritis and Exercise 14:21 Running with Osteoarthritis 15:45 Osteoporosis and Heavy Lifting 18:23 The LIFTMOOR Trial for Osteoporosis 20:58 Herniated Discs and Fear of Movement 25:47 Red Flags for Back Pain 27:11 Four Pillars of Healthy Aging 28:19 Pain Monitoring Rules for Exercise For the full show notes and resources visit https://jen.health/podcast/470 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Year of the Fire Horse doesn't slow down for anyone. Master Clarice Chan, Chinese astrology master and Feng Shui expert, breaks down exactly what this fire year means for humanity — why secrets and corruption are being exposed at an unprecedented rate, how the dragon and snake years were preparing us for this moment, and what you need to do right now before the fire burns through you instead of for you. She also unpacks the real difference between yang and yin energy, why the feminine is rising not to overpower but to balance, and how Feng Shui is really about spiritualizing every aspect of your life — not just rearranging your furniture. About the Guest Master Clarice Chan is a certified Chinese Astrology and Feng Shui master based in Singapore, specializing in the Four Pillars of Destiny (BaZi) and classical Feng Shui. With decades of practice bridging ancient Chinese metaphysical wisdom with modern life transformation, Master Clarice helps individuals and organizations align with natural cosmic cycles to create prosperity, clarity, and elevated consciousness. She is the author of Master Clarice Chan's Guide to 2026, available online and at select events. Connect with Master Clarice Chan: Website: https://masterclaricechan.com/ YouTube: ‪@MasterClariceChan‬

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings begin the last leg of the journey through the Four Pillars, examining the commitment to wrestling.The Sin of Certainty by Peter EnnsThe Evangelical Imagination by Karen Swallow PriorThe Gospel of Being Human by Marty Solomon and Reed Dent“Gulliver's Travels: Week 13” by Karen Swallow PriorArtemis II — WikipediaPontius Pilate Discovers He's in the Apostles' Creed — YouTubeBook Tour DatesAberfeldy [Scottish town] — WikipediaDunkeld Cathedral — WikipediaFire of Notre-Dame — WikipediaCurious by Ian LeslieBig Wheel (tricycle) — Wikipedia

Welcome to another episode of The Unconventional Path: Entrepreneurship and Innovation Stories and Ideas. In this episode, hosts Bela Musits and Mike Wasserman dive deep into leadership development, executive coaching, and organizational psychology with corporate consultant, professor, and best-selling author Jamie Turner.If you are an entrepreneur or looking to improve team performance, this conversation provides a practical roadmap to close the gap between where you are today and your idealized self.Jamie Turner is an author, professor, and executive speaker who runs tailored workshops and corporate coaching businesses designed to optimize executive mindset and maximize organizational growth. With five business books in publication, his latest release, Better: A Guidebook to a New and Improved You, serves as the foundational framework for his executive training platform, "The Unspoken Rules of Leadership".The Role of Executive Coaching in Small Business: Discover why small and medium-sized businesses often "wing it" compared to Fortune 500 companies. Learn why even the most confident entrepreneur needs an outside perspective to look into the "tornado" of daily operations.How to Find the Perfect Business Coach: Jamie breaks down the difference between a coach and a mentor. Learn the top three traits to look for when interviewing candidate coaches—wisdom, experience, and personality fit—and how to recognize if you need a direct challenger or a nurturing supporter.The Four Pillars of Leadership Development: Explore Jamie's core corporate training quadrant: Mindset, Mentoring (one-on-one relationships), Management (leading groups of 10 or more), and Marketing (building your unique personal brand).Prioritizing Mindset Over Skillset: Understand why high-performing companies prioritize problem-solving mindsets and emotional intelligence over simply acquiring new technical skills or software knowledge.The Interactive Mindset Test (The Q Exercise): Take part in an on-the-spot interactive self-awareness science experiment that reveals whether your leadership worldview is self-focused or other-focused.Mastering Corporate Culture and Communication: Learn why a culture built on fear stalls business growth while a supportive framework that allows for calculated mistakes fosters innovation. Jamie highlights how to adapt your language style across the four primary types of workplace communication: direct, empathetic, systematic, and imaginative.Connect with The Unconventional Path:Our podcast is now available on YouTube. Simply search for "The Unconventional Path" to subscribe and never miss an episode.We're always on the lookout for interesting guests to feature on our show. If you know someone who has an inspiring story, unique perspective, or valuable expertise to share, please let us know. We're eager to connect with potential guests who can bring fresh insights and engaging conversations to our audience.We also love hearing from our listeners! Your questions, comments, and suggestions are incredibly valuable to us. Send us an email at bela.and.mike@gmail.com with your thoughts, and we'll do our best to address them in a future episode. Whether you have a question about a specific topic, feedback on a recent episode, or ideas for future content, we want to hear from you. Your engagement helps us shape the show and deliver content that resonates with our listeners.Thanks for listening,Bela and MikeUnspoken Rules of Leadership, Executive Coaching for Entrepreneurs, Business Leadership Development, Small Business Coaching, Leadership Mindset Training, Team Performance Workshops, Leadership Communication Styles, Corporate Culture Innovation, Leadership Skills Assessment, Entrepreneur Coaching vs Mentoring, Self Awareness Leadership Quiz, Personal Branding for Executives.About Our GuestWhat You'll Learn in This EpisodeSEO Search Terms:

Money, sex, power, and God are not separate topics. They are four expressions of the same force, and wherever you are most wounded in one, you are most controllable.This is episode 1 of a 12-week series on building spiritual sovereignty. I break down the four pillars of power through Shakta Tantra, alchemy, and Jungian psychology — and how each one reveals a specific root wound that keeps people either surrendering their power or abusing it.What we cover in this episode:→ Why money, sex, power, and God map to the four elements in alchemy (earth, water, fire, air)→ The root wound under each pillar: scarcity, separation, helplessness, cosmic orphanhood→ Why the order of these pillars matters for real shadow work→ What spiritual sovereignty is and what it demands from you→ How to identify which pillar is leaking your power right now→ Why spiritual bypassing functions like an addiction, not a path→ What it actually means to become a spiritual adult in a time of collapseThis is for leaders, creatives, and people who are done outsourcing their spiritual authority.If you want to go deeper — The Axis Point is my private mentorship. This is exactly the work we do together, one on one. Learn more at https://silvanaisaza.com/mentorship.#SpiritualSovereignty #SpiritualBypassing #FourPillarsOfPower #ShaktaTantra #SpiritualMaturity

In this episode, Dr. Saru Bala joins Valerie to break down the foundations of women's hormonal health in a practical, empowering way.They explore how stress, gut health, blood sugar, and liver function all work together to influence cycles, symptoms, and long-term wellness. The conversation challenges common misconceptions about “normal” periods, aging, metabolism, and conditions like endometriosis and PCOS—while offering realistic, root-cause strategies women can start using immediately.This episode is a reminder that your symptoms are not random—they're signals—and learning to interpret them is a powerful first step toward healing.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Dr. Saru Bala and Her Mission03:02 The Importance of Women's Health Awareness05:58 Understanding Normal vs. Painful Periods09:06 The Role of Hormones in Women's Health12:03 Four Pillars of Hormone Health15:00 Gut Health and Its Connection to Hormones18:11 Endometriosis and Inflammation20:50 Creating an Action Plan for Hormonal Health23:47 The Impact of Stress on Women's Health30:08 Understanding Cortisol and Its Impact33:25 Recognizing Stress Signals35:41 The Truth About Metabolism and Aging37:57 The Connection Between Stress and Weight Gain38:33 Nutrition: Finding What Works for You40:06 The Role of Fasting in Health41:15 Empowering Women Through Health Education44:10 Navigating Healthcare: Finding the Right Support46:39 The Benefits of Castor Oil Packs50:06 Final Thoughts on Self-Care and AwarenessConnect with Dr. Bala:Website: https://www.drsarubala.com/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drsarubala?lang=enBlog: https://www.drsarubala.com/blogInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarubalaConnect with The Women On Top:Follow The Women On Top Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts.  Subscribe for more empowering conversations and stories!Website: https://thewomenontop.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thewomenontop Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewomenontoppodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-lynn/

The Carolina Panthers are entering a pivotal 2026 season, and while many are skeptical, the path to 12 wins is more realistic than you think. In this video, we break down the "Four Pillars" that will define the Panthers' success and run a full season simulation to see how Bryce Young and the squad can reach that double-digit win mark. From offensive development to a revamped defensive front, we analyze every step of the journey. Is this the year the Panthers take back the NFC South? Join the conversation and let us know your win total predictions in the comments!

For salon, spa, and beauty industry educators, great facilitation is about more than sharing information—it's about creating experiences that people remember and apply. In this episode, Kati sits down with industry educator and Redken facilitator Mandy McCullough to explore the four pillars of dynamic teaching: visual engagement, auditory engagement, physical engagement, and self-discovery. Whether you're leading team meetings, onboarding new hires, teaching classes, or presenting on stage, you'll learn practical strategies to transform passive learning into active experiences that improve retention, increase participation, and elevate your impact as a leader and educator.   WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/6b1YnV_dw_s   GET MY BOOK! From First Date to Forever; How to Market Like A Matchmaker: https://joinmya.com/from-first-date-to-forever-book    POWERED BY:  JOIN mya! joinmya.com   FOLLOW MANDY MCCULOUGH Facilitation Masterclass: https://www.redkenpro.com/education/event-listing/679149-in-person  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fancyfinish/  Hiring Experienced Stylists Podcast | Episode 534: https://joinmya.com/podcast/534-hiring-experienced-stylists    LET'S CONNECT! BTT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthetechnique MYA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/join_mya/    FOLLOW KATI WHITLEDGE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiwhitledge/ Get my favorite bio-hacking products: CLICK HERE   SPONSORS GlossGenius | Manage your business with ease. Use code BEYOND to save 50% on your first 2 months of Gold and Platinum plans: glossgenius.com/beyondthetechnique Join the PBA: https://www.probeauty.org/

Kailash Badu is one of Nepal's pioneering Product Managers. He helped scale CloudFactory during its early years, has built multiple products across AI, Enterprise Software and FinTech, and currently serves as VP of Product at Genese Solution. In this conversation, he shares over a decade of experience building products, leading teams, and preparing businesses for the AI era.   From why 95% of software features are never used to why coding was never the real job of a software engineer, this conversation explores Product Management, Artificial Intelligence, FinTech, customer thinking, and what it takes to build products people actually use. Whether you're a software engineer, founder, product manager, business leader, or IT student, you'll find practical lessons on building products, adopting AI, and staying relevant in a rapidly changing technology landscape.   Timestamps 00:00:00 - Highlight 00:02:04 - Introduction 00:03:47 - Scaling CloudFactory from Nepal 00:07:36 - From Programmer to Product Manager 00:12:18 - Why 95% of Software Features Go Unused 00:15:24 - Digitizing Nepal's Ministry of Education 00:26:01 - AI's Real Superpower Isn't Coding 00:26:38 - Business Is Just Decision Making 00:38:37 - Be Digital Native Before AI Native 00:46:37 - Is AI Just Another FOMO Trend? 00:52:28 - Why Coding Was Never the Real Job 00:58:02 - The Wedding Photographer Lesson Every Founder Needs 01:06:51 - The Four Pillars of FinTech 01:10:25 - Banks Are Just Matchmakers 01:25:31 - Why People Avoid Formal Banking 01:30:06 - Nepal's Fear-Based Regulation Problem 01:36:10 - Why Bank Transfers Are Still Slow 01:47:03 - AI Is a Commodity, People Are the Advantage 01:54:48 - Why Smart People Still Fail   ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Want to become a video podcaster? Get info: https://becomeadoer.com/programs/become-a-video-podcaster?utm_medium=YT&utm_source=organic     If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal?     Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8     ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com   

Text us a comment or question!For years, we've been told that getting older means slowing down.Less energy.More medications.Fewer adventures.A body that gradually falls apart.But what if we've been asking the wrong question?What if the goal was never simply to lose weight... build muscle... or lower your cholesterol?What if health was never the destination?What if it was the foundation for something much bigger?In this special episode, Coach Kevin shares a powerful realization that has completely reshaped his mission - and the future of The Over 50 Health & Wellness Show.After coaching hundreds of men and women, recording hundreds of podcast episodes, and reaching more than one million downloads, he's come to believe that the real goal isn't simply living longer... it's making the second half of life the best half.If you've ever wondered what you're really working toward when you prioritize your health, this episode is for you.In this episode, you'll discover:✅ Why losing weight was never the real goal✅ The surprising lesson Kevin learned from coaching hundreds of adults over 50✅ How an emergency room visit in his forties changed the trajectory of his life✅ Why so many people unknowingly spend decades "preparing to get old"✅ The Four Pillars of an Extraordinary Second Half:Build a Strong BodyProtect Your MindInvest in RelationshipsLive With Purpose✅ The one question that can completely change the way you think about your future✅ A simple challenge to help you begin designing the next chapter of your life This Week's ChallengeTake fifteen quiet minutes this week and answer these five questions:If my health were no longer limiting me, what would I love to do?Who do I want to become over the next ten years?What relationships deserve more of me?How can I use this next season of life to make a difference?What's one small step I can take this week toward that life?Don't worry about having all the answers. Just start dreaming again. Because extraordinary lives are built one intentional choice at a time. Enjoying the show?If this episode encouraged or inspired you, I'd love to ask one favor.Please follow the podcast, leave a quick review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear that their best years may still be ahead of them.You never know whose life could change because you pressed "Share."Connect with Coach Kevin

Send us Fan MailWhat if your body isn't working against you?What if it's making intelligent decisions based on the resources it has available?In this episode of It's Hertime, Cody sits down with biochemist and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner Nick Dorsey for one of the most thought-provoking conversations we've had on the podcast.Together, they explore a powerful idea: the body is constantly evaluating its environment—assessing energy, nutrients, stress, inflammation, toxicity, and biological safety—to determine where its resources should go.When those resources are limited, the body may intentionally downregulate energy-intensive processes like fertility, hormone production, metabolism, immune regulation, and repair. Not because it's failing—but because it's adapting.Nick explains why symptoms such as fatigue, hormone imbalances, gut dysfunction, anxiety, weight loss resistance, and even unexplained infertility may be intelligent protective responses rather than isolated problems to “fix.”This conversation will challenge the way you think about health and introduce a systems-based framework that connects the microbiome, mitochondria, minerals, and nervous system into one beautifully integrated picture.If you've ever been told your labs are “normal” but you still don't feel like yourself, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on why that can happen—and what your body may actually be asking for.In this episode, we discuss:●Why the body is constantly making decisions behind the scenes●How the body decides where to spend its energy and resources●Why fertility is an energy and resource decision—not simply a hormone problem●Why “unexplained infertility” often isn't unexplained at all●Why normal lab work doesn't always mean the body has what it needs to heal or reproduce●The hidden resource economy behind hormone imbalance, chronic fatigue, thyroid dysfunction, gut issues, anxiety, and inflammation●The Four Pillars of Biological Readiness:●The microbiome●Mitochondrial health●Mineral balance●Nervous system regulation●What “biological safety” really means●How chronic stress, nutrient deficiencies, toxins, blood sugar instability, inflammation, and poor sleep influence every system in the body●Why symptom-chasing often keeps people stuck●What true resilience and healing actually look likeConnect with NickLearn more about Nick's work at Functional Chemistry.Follow Nick on Instagram: @nick.dorsey10You can also find him on YouTube: Functional Chemistry. Visit Nick's Website and QuizWant to Go Deeper?Connect with CodyOne of the themes that came up repeatedly in this conversation is the importance of mineral balance and understanding the body's unique patterns of adaptation.This is exactly why I use Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) in my practice.HTMA is a functional assessment that measures mineral patterns in the tissues—not just what's circulating in the blood—to help uncover stress patterns, metabolic tendencies, and mineral imbalances that may be influencing energy, hormones, thyroid function, nervous system regulation, and overall resilience.If you're tired of being told everything looks “normal” but you still don't feel like yourself, HTMA can provide a different lens for understanding what your body has been communicating all along.If you'd like to work with me or have an HTMA kit sent directly to your home, send me a DM on Instagram at @codyjeansanders with the word HTMA. I'd love to help you better understand your body's unique story.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear this conversation.Because sometimes the most important step toward healing isn't finding another protocol—it's understanding how brilliantly your body has been working to protect you all along.Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders

"No matter what happens in your life... you're still the same person and everybody still loves you and you're worthy of being loved."In this powerful episode of Your Next Mission®, SMA (R) Tilley sits down with U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, two-time world champion, and Paralympic silver medalist, Dennis Connors. Dennis opens up about his nine years of service as a cryptologic linguist and counter-intelligence Marine, enduring three combat tours in Iraq, and the hidden struggles of severe PTSD and TBIs.The conversation chronicles Dennis's incredible path to the world stage, detailing how he survived a severe second stroke in 2020 that left his left side paralyzed, only to fight through nine months of physical therapy and learn to race on a tricycle. Dennis also breaks down his "Four Pillars of Perseverance"—Vulnerability, Self-Love, Disciplined Action, and Community—a framework he uses to conquer adversity and set his sights on a gold medal at the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics.How do Military Veterans overcome undiagnosed PTSD and TBI?Who is Paralympic silver medalist Dennis Connors?What are the Four Pillars of Perseverance by Dennis Connors?How can Disabled Veterans transition into competitive adaptive sports?What is the process for a Disabled Veteran to join the Paralympics?How does endurance cycling help stroke survivors recover mobility?What is it like racing a tricycle in the Paralympic games?How did Marine Veteran Dennis Connors win a silver medal in Paris?What resources are available for Veterans struggling with mental health crises?How to qualify for Team USA adaptive sports programs?Support Your Next Mission® & The American Freedom Foundation: Website: yournextmission.org Explore our Job Board in partnership with  ⁨  @recruitmilitary   and OPLIGN to build your profile and match with careers in real-time.Follow SMA (R) Jack L. Tilley: Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Don't forget to click the SUBSCRIBE button and hit the BELL icon to receive notifications for all upcoming video podcasts, #1 Video Podcast for Military Transition and Leadership.#YourNextMission #DennisConnors #TeamUSA #Paralympics #MarineCorps #StrokeSurvivor #AdaptiveCycling #Perseverance 

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Is your cold calling script falling flat and leaving you with nothing but dial tones? It is time for a massive upgrade! In this live, high-energy masterclass, Brent Daniels unveils a brand-new 2026 script guaranteed to obliterate seller resistance. Mr. TTP himself breaks down the psychology of the perfect Cold Opening and exactly how to bypass the standard "Not interested," and why your tonality is the true secret weapon to securing massive deals. Stop treating cold calling like a chore and start treating it like the million-dollar skill it is! Whether you are making your very first dial or your ten-thousandth, these proven tactics will supercharge your conversions and get you closer to the deal of a lifetime. Be a part of the TTP training program now.---------Show notes:(0:00) Beginning of today's episode(2:29) Why using the seller's first name is critical for building immediate familiarity(5:13) The "Letter Follow-up Opening" for highly targeted lists like DealMachine or direct mail(7:21) How to flawlessly handle the "Who said I wanted to sell my house?" objection(10:31) Discovering the Four Pillars of Pre-qualifying (Condition, timeline, motivation, and price)(13:40) How to lay the professional foundation when a seller actually says "yes" to selling(18:49) Handling the "How much will you give me?" response(30:31) Why generating leads doesn't get you paid, but signed agreements do(42:52) The pre-prospecting checklist and the mindset needed before picking up the phone(52:16) The 93% rule and why your tonality and body language matter far more than your words----------Resources:TTP InsiderWholesaling LaunchDealMachineMojo DialerBatch DialerTo speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community  are endless, what are you waiting for?

Financial Fortress by Stephen Powell https://www.amazon.com/Financial-Fortress-Stephen-Powell/dp/B0H4862V2S A sudden medical crisis or market crash can destroy decades of hard work in an instant. Are you building a financial plan that only works when everything goes right? In January 2022, financial professional Stephen Powell walked into the gym for a routine morning workout. Moments later, an aortic dissection caused him to collapse, paralyzing his left side, stripping away his speech, and leaving him with less than a 1% chance of survival. He survived by God's grace, but he woke up to a harrowing realization: He was the sole breadwinner, and his traditional financial plan had no backup for a real-life crisis. This life altering experience exposed a massive gap in modern financial literacy. Most people are expertly taught how to accumulate money, but they are never taught how to structure it. They blindly follow the standard formula buy stocks, maximize the 401(k), trust the process only to find themselves walking straight into the “Accumulation Trap.” In Financial Fortress, Powell shares his deeply personal journey and strips away traditional financial jargon to reveal how wealthy families truly protect, access, and transfer their money. This book is an architectural blueprint for the everyday family provider who carries heavy responsibilities and realizes that a high income alone is not the same as security. Through practical frameworks and eye-opening illustrations, Powell maps out the Four Pillars of a Financial Fortress: Protection, Growth, Control, and Legacy. You will learn how to transition from simple accumulation to true financial architecture, giving every dollar a distinct job. Stop managing your future with hope and optimism alone. Build a system. Achieve clarity. Protect the people you love.

Are you disqualifying warm real estate leads just because their initial asking price seems too high? In this live masterclass episode, Brent Daniels breaks down an actual inbound seller call handled by his top acquisition manager, Chad, to prove exactly why setting an appointment for every single lead will double your business this year. Brent dissects the entire conversation, highlighting the raw power of the Confirm and Approve method, active listening, and discovering the property owner's true underlying motivation.Discover the Four Pillars of pre-qualifying, why 20-year-old dated properties must be deeply discounted for cash buyers, and how to "kill the zombies early" by directly addressing alternative selling options. By the end of this episode, you will hear exactly how Chad masterfully navigated a seller's $320,000 asking expectation down to a $255,000 locked contract, all by effectively negotiating speed and convenience. Stop relying on assumptions and start mastering your conversations. Be a part of the TTP training program now.---------Show notes:(0:00) Beginning of today's episode(0:05) Using the "Confirm and approve" method with childlike curiosity(2:45) Why setting an appointment for every lead will double your business(4:10) Understanding the four pillars (Condition, timeline, motivation, and price) (5:02) Breaking down Chad's live inbound call with a motivated Mesa seller(7:34) Why timeline and speed is the absolute most important pillar to uncover(10:31) Discovering underlying issues by asking about the roof and AC unit(14:15) Why 20-year-old dated properties must be significantly discounted(17:11) Using active listening to show you care and win the seller's trust(18:58) "Kill the zombies early" by asking about their alternative selling options(23:53) The exact phrasing to use to get the seller to reveal their asking price(31:00) Why you must find out if the seller is entertaining other buyer walkthroughs(33:06) Setting a same-day property appointment without giving an offer over the phone(34:17) How a $320,000 seller expectation turned into a $255,000 locked contract----------Resources:Brent Daniels - YouTubeAlex Hormozi Joe Homebuyer Instagram: @realbrentdanielsTo speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community  are endless, what are you waiting for?

Marty Solomon, Brent Billings, and Elle Grover Fricks nurture the roots of the third pillar, discipleship.

Jenny Leone didn't plan any of it.She left Canada at 19 with a TV deal and ended up somewhere she never expected. What started as magazine covers became films. What started as a way to cope became a full-blown addiction to benzos, alcohol, and Norcos. And what started in childhood, when she was three years old, set the stage for all of it.Jenny is a former adult film star who has been sober since 2016. In this episode, she talks openly about the sexual abuse she survived from age three to twelve, how substances became her way of managing pain she had no other language for, and how the adult industry didn't create her addiction but absolutely accelerated it.At 27, an assault in Las Vegas became a turning point she couldn't ignore. She stepped back from films after that, continuing to model while slowly distancing herself from that world. When her son was born in 2009, she retired completely. But the addiction didn't retire with her. She continued using for seven more years before finally getting sober in 2016.She had a son. She had a life she wanted to actually be present for. Getting sober wasn't a straight line, but she got there.Jenny now works in treatment, helping people who are sitting in the same darkness she once lived in. She built something real on the other side. This conversation is proof that it's possible.Connect with Jenny on InstagramDM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Message me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen AD FREE & workout with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me chasingheroine@gmail.comSee you next week!

I recorded this episode in the middle of one of the most emotional weeks of my life. My daughter Cora was three days from graduating high school, and I found myself at backyard parties where the conversation kept drifting to the same familiar places: the weather, work, the kids.And I felt that quiet ache I believe so many of us are carrying right now. The longing for something deeper. More real. More connected.So that's what today's episode is about: how we find the courage to have more connection.Something Is ShiftingBecause I think we all feel it. This quiet ache underneath the busyness of our lives. We reach for our phones in line for coffee instead of turning to the person next to us. We text instead of call. We scroll instead of sit. We show up to gatherings and perform a version of ourselves the edited, polished, “I'm fine” version instead of actually arriving in all our beautiful messiness.And from this? We feel less connected. More lonely. More invisible.Here's what I've learned in 25 years as a therapist: loneliness isn't about being alone. You can be surrounded by people at a party, in a marriage, in an office full of colleagues and still feel profoundly unseen. The opposite of loneliness isn't proximity. It's depth.And the data tells us loneliness is worse for your health than smoking, obesity, or high blood pressure. Anxiety and depression are the highest ever, and we are more likely to die from feeling lonely. The epidemic is real.But here's what I know after 25 years of sitting with people in my office: loneliness is not the problem. It's the symptom. Connection is the medicine. And the prescription? COURAGE.The courage to ask a real question. To say the true thing. To let someone love you back. So here are the four pillars of courage to create more connection and therefore more LOVE.The Four Pillars of Courage for Connection✨1. Ask for HelpHere's the thing about asking for help: we avoid it because we think it makes us look weak or like a burden. A Harvard and Wharton study found the number one reason people don't ask for help: it makes us feel incompetent.But here's what the research actually shows. When you ask someone for help, they see you as more competent. They trust you more. And this is the part I love so much: they feel like they matter.I have been a therapist for decades, and I still feel resistance every single time I walk into my own therapist's office. But this week, in the middle of all the graduation chaos, I asked a couple of friends for help. And I felt the weight lift. I wasn't just giving love anymore. I was letting people give me love back.Next time someone asks how you're doing, try this instead of “fine”:“I've been wrestling with something lately. Can I get your take on it?”“Honestly, I could use some advice. I've been dealing with something hard.”Watch what happens to their face. Watch their eyes change. You just told them they have something real to offer you. You just allowed them to love you.✨2. Be AuthenticI know authenticity gets thrown around so much it almost loses its meaning. So here's what I actually mean by it: tell the truth. Not the highlight reel, not the LinkedIn version. The real one.I was on a walk with a dear friend recently, and I could feel she'd been carrying something heavy for months. I kept holding back, not wanting to push. But finally I said: “I see something going on with you. I feel like you're carrying something hard. Can I be here for you?”She was honest. She cried. And then I could share my own fears about Cora leaving for college. We walked away closer than we'd been in years.Try slipping one of these into your next conversation:“What's been the hardest part of your week?”“If you're being totally honest, how are you?”People might pause. It might get a little uncomfortable. The Buddhists teach that we need to get comfortable with the uncomfortable.✨3. Make ChangeYes, the world is noisy. Yes, our phones, schedules, and the general chaos of life are real. But we still get to choose where we spend our time and if we want to connect on a deeper level.It is our responsibility to create the rituals, the invitations, the conversations for more connection. A month ago I challenged myself to walk up to a table of strangers, young, hip, athletic mountain bikers, and ask if they'd be on my podcast. My heart was pounding. But when I did, they looked up. They smiled. They felt seen.And at a graduation party recently, I stopped a new friend and said, “I'm challenging myself to go deeper at these parties. So here's my question: in a year from now, what do you want to be celebrating?”We both got quiet. Then she said: “I want to be celebrating that I don't worry as much. That I've let go of the weight I carry around my kids and my divorce. That I'm finally celebrating who I am.”That is the kind of conversation that stays with you. That's the one you remember.✨4. Be in Service: Show Up to See, Not Just to Be SeenMost of us walk into a room carrying some version of the same quiet anxiety: Do I look okay? Will people like me? Am I enough? You are not alone in that. I feel it every time too.But what if you walked in with just one question in your heart:“Who in this room needs to feel less alone today?”That is the shift. That is everything. When you become the person who asks the real questions, who listens without fixing, who makes eye contact and says “tell me more,” you become magnetic. Not because you performed well. Because you made someone feel like they mattered.Some of my favorite questions to bring to any gathering:“What's something you wish more people asked you about?”“What's the best thing that's happened to you in the last month?”“How do you want to live?”I heard that last one recently from a son speaking at his father's funeral. I haven't stopped thinking about it since.This Is the MomentWe keep waiting for the right time to have the real conversation. The right setting. The right moment. The right person to go first.There is no right time. This is the moment.By the time you read this, Cora has already graduated. The cap, the gown, the ugly crying it's all happened. And I can tell you that the conversations I will carry from this season are not the ones about the weather. They're the ones where someone looked me in the eye and asked something real.At your next gathering, be the one who goes first. Ask the brave question. Sit with the pause. Put down your phone and let it go somewhere.The world doesn't need more small talk. It needs more of you the real, brave, loving, beautifully messy, imperfect you.That is the magicxoLots of love, Molly 

Four Pillars of Advertising for Pediatric Practices: Newborn ROI, TikTok, Google Maps, and Internal OutreachHosts discuss pediatric practice marketing with repeat guest Dr. Cliff James, focusing on ROI-driven patient acquisition and replacing attrition by targeting newborns while balancing capacity and scheduling efficiency. James argues marketing spend should be measured by cost per acquired patient (nationally ~$80–$100; his ~$32), not percent of revenue, and stresses tracking “how did you hear about us” to avoid misleading metrics like clicks. He outlines advertising pillars: (1) social media content, especially TikTok, to educate pregnant/new parents and generate both patients and platform revenue; (2) hyperlocal visibility via Google Maps/Google Business and consistent listings across many directories, with mobile-optimized, content-rich websites that AI search tools can scrape; (3) targeted paid ads such as geofencing OB offices and filtering by demographics; and (4) internal “advertising” using EHR outreach to drive well visits and chronic care follow-ups. He emphasizes outsourcing execution while physicians stay involved and recommends treating the website like a revenue-producing employee.00:00 Podcast Intro and Guest01:38 Why Market to Newborns03:23 Attrition and Growth Math05:43 Capacity and Scheduling Limits13:47 Walk Ins and Workflow Hacks16:33 Marketing Spend and CPA18:48 Modern Referral Channels20:51 Outsource vs Be the Star23:22 Social Media Pillar TikTok27:59 Tracking Leads and Targeting29:32 High Income Ad Targeting30:10 Geofencing OB Offices31:16 60 Second Video Strategy32:32 Choosing Social Channels33:14 Avoiding Link Penalties35:29 Google Maps Over SEO36:29 AI Search Website Pages39:50 Reviews And Internal Outreach48:19 Quiz Funnels For Leads52:06 Webinars Worth It55:36 Delegate Marketing Work01:00:16 Website As An Employee01:02:23 Closing And DisclaimersSupport the show

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings look at the third of BEMA's four pillars, being challenged by the historical setting and practice of discipleship.The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah by Alfred EdersheimNahum M. Sarna — WikipediaShmuel Safrai — WikipediaDavid Flusser — WikipediaQuest for the Historical Jesus — WikipediaAlbert Schweitzer — WikipediaRudolf Bultmann — WikipediaDead Sea Scrolls — WikipediaN. T. Wright — WikipediaE. P. Sanders — WikipediaThe Jesus Quest by Ben Witherington IIISecond Temple Judaism — WikipediaScholasticism — Wikipedia

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Dr Clay and his wife experienced their own infertility journey, an experience that tested them deeply but ultimately brought them closer together.That outcome sparked a defining question: Why do some couples grow closer after infertility or pregnancy loss, while others grow apart?Pursuing this question, Dr. Clay studied more than 1,000 couples navigating infertility and reproductive loss. His findings identified four consistent factors—the Four Pillars of Connection—that predict resilience in relationships facing reproductive trauma.His research has informed clinical practice, been published in leading journals, and is now used by therapists and couples worldwide. To serve local clients, he founded Shiloh Counseling in Ballwin, Missouri, specializing in reproductive grief and relationship counseling.Dr. Clay Brigance, PhD, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor, researcher, and nationally recognized specialist in couple therapy for infertility and reproductive grief. He is the founder and clinical director of Shiloh Counseling, a group practice specializing in relationship therapy for couples navigating infertility, miscarriage, and perinatal loss. He is also the host of the podcast “Love and Infertility”.For over a decade, Dr. Brigance has worked almost exclusively with couples facing reproductive trauma. His clinical and research work has included more than 1,000 individuals and couples experiencing infertility and miscarriage, informing his integrative approach to treatment. He has published in some of the top journals for couples work, including Marriage and Family Therapy, Couple and Relationship Therapy, and The Family Journal, among others. His model draws from interpersonal mindfulness and evidence-based couple therapy approaches, including the Gottman Method and emotion-focused principles, to help couples reduce conflict, process grief, and rebuild emotional connection.Dr. Brigance is also a researcher examining the role of interpersonal mindfulness, stress biomarkers, and relational resilience in couples navigating infertility. His work seeks to better understand how couples can maintain closeness under chronic stress and how therapeutic interventions can foster long-term relational growth following reproductive loss.In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Brigance trains therapists nationally and speaks on the relational impact of infertility and reproductive grief. His work is deeply informed not only by research and clinical experience, but also by his own journey through infertility. As someone who has personally navigated the uncertainty, loss, and strain that reproductive grief can bring to a marriage, he brings a grounded empathy to his work that resonates with both clinicians and couples.Dr. Brigance lives in the St. Louis area with his family. His work is devoted to helping couples move from silent suffering toward connection, clarity, and resilient love in the face of disrupted dreams of parenthood.FIND HIM HERE:WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA: Website: https://www.drclaybrigance.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_claybrigance/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Shiloh-Counseling-LLC/100090955350701/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clayton-brigance-phd-lpc-99a4381a4/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dr.ClayBrigance/featured Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/326IpwHCa0diGyJIz4QgZj?si=51d3e3c2e386477a&nd=1&dlsi=1651f7262f41401b 

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings are wrapping their hands around the pillar of community, guided by Elle Grover Fricks.Sam Goes With Frodo — Scene from The Fellowship of the Ring (2001 film)Father's Letter — Scene from Little Women (2019 film)“Hallelujah” from Handel's Messiah — Choir of King's College, CambridgePalouse Choral Society“How far back in time can you understand English?” by Colin Gorrie — Dead Language SocietyDedicated by Pete Davis

In this interview from the 2026 Bainbridge Community Foundation Annual Financial Education Series, Paul sits down with Bill Bernstein — neurologist, financial historian, and author of The Four Pillars of Investing and If You Can — for a wide-ranging conversation drawn from 50-plus years of investing experience.Bill explains why you're only rewarded for taking risk in well-regulated markets (and why crypto doesn't qualify), how today's market echoes the late 1990s, why the "reverse glide path" makes sense the older you get, and what the Bessembinder research really tells us about the cost of trying to pick winners. Paul and Bill also debate withdrawal strategies, the case against long bonds, and whether tilted small-value investing still works once "the bozos know about it."A masterclass in evidence-based investing from one of the most respected voices in the field.CHAPTERS00:00 Intro from Matt Longmire, Bainbridge Community Foundation02:50 Welcoming Bill Bernstein03:50 Why The Four Pillars of Investing belongs on every DIY investor's shelf05:50 Risk vs. reward — and why Bitcoin doesn't qualify08:30 How many asset classes do you really need?11:50 Where today's market resembles the late 1990s13:40 Are REITs still worth holding?15:50 The case for automating everything19:45 Why retirees need to fear sequence-of-returns risk21:30 Paul's 5% rule vs. the 4% rule25:30 The two-bucket theory and the reverse glide path27:30 Prediction markets, gambling, and "being the house"32:00 The sociological signs of a bubble35:00 Speculation vs. gambling — gold's real return40:00 The Bessembinder study: why 4% of stocks make most of the returns46:00 Why rich people plan three generations ahead49:00 Audience Q&A58:30 Tilted index funds (DFA, Avantis) — worth it?01:03:50 The future of Social Security01:07:00 Closing thoughts and book recommendationsLINKS:The Four Pillars of Investing — Bill Bernstein (2nd ed., 2023)If You Can — Free PDF from Bill BernsteinThe Bessembinder Study — "Do Stocks Outperform Treasury Bills?"Bainbridge Community FoundationBen Carlson's New Book on Risk and Reward

Continuing with our theme of Marian Month of May, this episode will delve into the inspiring tradition of associating the bounty of nature with the Virgin. Through Mary Gardens and Medieval Folklore, the season of Ascension we are in at the time of this posting takes on new meaning.To access Black Madonna Speaks content through series on Teachable :The Black Madonna Mysterious Soul Companion, a 13 part series exploring the many weavings of The Black Madonna through culture, history, art and spirituality.https://livingpharmacy.teachable.com/l/pdp/the-black-madonna-mysterious-soul-companionCreation Centered Herbalism, an eight part journey into the mysticism of Nature, the Divine Sophia, the Cosmic Christ and the Four Pillars of Creation Centered Spiritualityhttps://livingpharmacy.teachable.com/l/pdp/creation-centered-herbalismTo make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy#spiritualjourney #camino #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #Ascension #MaryGardens #May #MonthofMary

Today's guest and I fundamentally agree on the basic premise of the body's innate wisdom and capacity to heal, especially when we view it in a broader ecological context. According to him, infertility doesn't mean the body is broken; it's actually making intelligent, adaptive, and protective decisions made by the 4 foundational systems of the body that created life in the first place based on environmental conditions, resources, safety, and energy.  Nick Dorsey, FDN-P, is a systems-based fertility and health educator, biochemist, and former chemistry educator who helps couples understand why fertility shuts down even when labs look normal and they're doing all the right things. With a Master's in biochemistry and over a decade teaching chemistry, physics, and environmental science, he translates complex biology into a clear understanding of how the body makes decisions.  Nick's research and experience supports that the body isn't broken, it's adapting intelligently to depletion, toxicity, and chronic stress, and symptoms like inflammation, fatigue, anxiety, gut dysfunction, and unexplained infertility are protective signals from a system in survival mode. Nick teaches health through the Four Pillars of biological readiness: the microbiome as the environmental interface, mitochondria as energy and resource allocators, minerals as the electrical and enzymatic stabilizers of physiology, and the nervous system as the regulator of safety and coherence.  Rather than chasing symptoms, his work restores these systems so the body can repair, regulate, and reproduce when conditions are biologically appropriate. Functional labs reveal patterns of adaptation that explain why the body is saying not now, and what it needs next. Nick works with individuals and couples through high-touch, data-informed programs, with a long-term commitment to healthy pregnancies, births, and families across generations. He's a father of two with another on the way, both born at home, and long before biochemistry he spent most of his life teaching, coaching, and supporting children, including leading a youth ministry for kids with disabilities.  Connect with Nick  via: Email: Nick@functionalchemistry.com  IG: @FunctionalChemistry YT: @FunctionalChemistry10

Shownotes    How to transform difficult moments in a relationship into turning points What distinguishes an abusive relationship from a partner with trauma How reclaiming your sexuality can take your partnership to a new level The four pillars that have helped Aubrey and Brian move through challenges The one question to ask yourself when you feel triggered by your partner What makes conflict the same as rebuilding your muscles at the gym Bio Brian Butts and Aubrey Slaver are relational and shadow alchemists devoted to the art of sacred partnership. Blending parts work, archetypal awareness, and practical communication tools, they have navigated religious deconstruction, addiction, separation, and infidelity and have come out on the other side loving each other more than they ever thought possible. They use radical honesty, safety, and conscious communication as the pillars of their growth.
   They are currently launching a relationship podcast and developing a framework to help couples transform conflict into connection. With a shared mission to normalize raw, honest relating, they are devoted to helping couples deepen intimacy, decode their stories, create safety, and cultivate a more alive and fulfilling union.   You can follow Aubrey, Brian, and their shared work on Instagram. Follow Layla!

Your partner said all the right things. So why do you feel MORE alone than before you opened up? Welcome to positive invalidation. That strange ache—being reassured into invisibility—has a name. It's what happens when "you're so good at your job, don't even worry about it" lands like a door quietly closing on what you actually feel. In this episode, Tony Overbay unpacks the science of validation, the paradox underneath it, and why the partner who soothes you fastest may be regulating their own nervous system, not seeing yours. Through the story of Archie and Veronica, this episode explores: Why positive invalidation stings more than the obvious kind—and how to spot it inside your own well-meaning reassurances Dr. Marsha Linehan's "kernel of truth" definition of validation, plus Tony's four pillars of a connected conversation David Schnarch's distinction between other-validated and self-validated intimacy—and why needing validation is the real trap The co-regulation research (including the famous fMRI hand-holding study) that explains why your partner's bad day becomes your emergency The four stages of competence, from "unconscious incompetence" to actually living it—and why stage two is where most people quit therapy HALT, upstream versus downstream work, and a surprising tangent into energy landscapes and Buddhist non-self As a licensed marriage and family therapist who's spent decades guiding couples back toward each other, Tony weaves together DBT, ACT, and Schnarch's differentiation work to answer one question: can you give validation as a gift without needing it back? If something here resonates, share it with someone who needs to hear that they're not broken—they're human. Please follow Tony on Instagram @virtual.couch on Tiktok @virtualcouch on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tonyoverbaylmft and on Substack https://thevirtualcouch.substack.com/ You can reach out to Tony through his website tonyoverbay.com or by emailing contact @ tonyoverbay.com 00:00 Welcome and Disclaimer 02:28 Meet Archie and Veronica 03:07 A Compliment That Hurts 05:08 Positive Invalidation Explained 06:35 Where Invalidation Comes From 09:10 Science of Validation and DBT 09:49 Four Pillars of Connection 12:31 Validation Research and Polarization 14:52 Schnarch and Differentiation 18:05 Self-Validated Intimacy 19:08 Non-Self and Interdependence 22:58 Co-Regulation and Fusion 26:08 When Comfort Is for You 28:11 Co-Regulation as Hope 28:57 When Growth Triggers Chaos 30:03 Energy Landscapes Explained 32:01 Biology of Pushback 35:02 Validation Paradox 38:12 Self-Validated Intimacy 41:12 Building Self-Validation 46:20 Veronica and Archie Revisited 47:09 Upstream vs Downstream 51:37 Four Stages of Change 55:00 Key Takeaways and Wrap

For more information and support, join us at https://thecirsgroup.com Uncover the truth behind chronic illnesses that are often misdiagnosed for years. If you've been told your symptoms are anxiety, IBS, or autoimmune, this episode explores a groundbreaking approach that could change everything. Learn how the Shoemaker Protocol, backed by clinical research, helps identify and treat CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome) caused by biotoxin exposure like mold. In this episode, Barbara and Jacie walk through the first phase of the Shoemaker Protocol: determining whether CIRS is the root cause of your symptoms. You'll learn how to recognize key symptom patterns, use the validated VCS (Visual Contrast Sensitivity) test, and identify common exposure sources such as water-damaged buildings and tick bites. What you'll learn: • The 35 symptom clusters linked to CIRS and how to assess your own • How the VCS test can be an early screening tool • Common exposure triggers that are often overlooked • The role of genetics and why pattern recognition matters • The first steps to begin a clinically validated path to recovery CIRS can create widespread disruption in the body, from immune dysfunction to neurological symptoms, and is frequently mistaken for other conditions. This episode helps you connect the dots so you can move toward targeted, effective healing. Whether you're just starting your health journey or searching for answers after years of confusion, this is part one of a five-part series designed to bring clarity, direction, and hope. Explore more resources and support at https://thecirsgroup.com TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro: an answer for healing 01:35 - Why we're covering the five phases of the Shoemaker Protocol 02:53 - What is CIRS? 04:09 - Common misdiagnoses 05:25 - Understanding CIRS Symptoms 08:23 - Four Pillars of CIRS Diagnosis: First, Symptom Clusters 09:00 - Second: Visual Contrast Sensitivity Test 12:48 - Third: Exposure History and Its Importance 16:25 - Fourth: Blood Work and Genetic Testing 19:20 - What CIRS is Not 20:30 - Next Steps for Diagnosis 22:15 - Personal Experiences and Hope for Healing 24:00 - Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes For more information and support, join us at https://thecirsgroup.com Order Jacie's book! The 30 Day Carnivore Bootcamp: https://a.co/d/7MgHrRs The CIRS Group: Support Community: https://thecirsgroup.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecirsgroup/ Find Jacie for carnivore, lifestyle and limbic resources: Jacie's book on the Carnivore diet!  https://a.co/d/8ZKCqz0 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladycarnivory YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LadyCarnivory Blog: https://www.ladycarnivory.com/ Find Barbara for business/finance tips and coaching: Website: https://www.actlikebarbara.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actlikebarbara/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@actlikebarbara Jacie is a Shoemaker certified Proficiency Partner, NASM certified nutrition coach, author, and carnivore recipe developer determined to share the life changing information of carnivore and CIRS to anyone who will listen. Barbara is a business and fitness coach, CIRS and ADHD advocate, writer, speaker, and a big fan of health and freedom. Together, they co-founded The CIRS Group, an online support community to help people that are struggling with their CIRS diagnosis and treatment.

In this Mother's Day message Pastor Don Vining delivers a powerful and faith-filled word on breaking spiritual chains in the home. Drawing from the story of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15, Pastor Don unpacks the authority of persistent faith, the power of prayer, and the freedom Jesus offers to every family. In this message, you'll discover the “Four Pillars of Freedom” — declarations of victory over fear, anxiety, brokenness, and bondage through the power of Christ. From midnight breakthroughs to the promise of a sound mind, this sermon is a call to fight for your home, believe for healing, and stand firm in the authority of God's Word. If you've been battling worry, insecurity, fear, or spiritual heaviness, this message will encourage you to pray boldly, worship loudly, and trust that Jesus is still the Chain-Breaker today. From Sunday 05.10.26

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of "Leadership Moments," hosts Stacy Caster and Tracy Ann Palmer delve into the misunderstood concept of peak performance in leadership. The episode begins by challenging the common misconception that peak performance equals relentless work hours and burnout. Instead, they redefine it as achieving exceptional results within your competence while ensuring sustainability through effective energy management. Drawing upon research from Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz, they emphasize the importance of balancing vision, systems, and people.Through data-driven insights, Caster and Palmer highlight the pivotal role of leaders in team and organizational success, noting that a leader's energy state directly impacts their team's engagement and performance. They introduce the four pillars of peak performance—sleep, movement, nutrition, and mental well-being—underscoring each pillar's contribution to maintaining high performance. The episode warns about the dangers of neglecting these non-negotiables, pointing out the significant business costs associated with leader burnout and depleted performance. Strategies to integrate these pillars are dissected to help listeners transform their leadership approach effectively.Key Takeaways:Redefined Peak Performance: True peak performance emphasizes sustained energy levels, not exhaustion, allowing leaders to consistently perform at their best.Four Pillars of Leadership Health: Sleep, movement, nutrition, and mental well-being form the foundation of peak performance.Energy Management Over Time Management: Managing your energy is crucial for maintaining high cognitive and emotional function.Impact of Leadership Development: Effective leadership development substantially enhances organizational performance and addresses critical issues like burnout.Creating a Culture of Balance: Leaders who model a balanced lifestyle encourage similar behavior among their teams, promoting organizational well-being.Notable Quotes:"Peak performance is not about time management, it's about energy management.""Leaders who normalize healthy sleep create that culture across the whole organization.""A sleep-deprived leader is literally making high-stakes calls with a brain that's not fully online.""It's not progress that matters so much as the capacity.""Peak performance is not a destination you arrive at. It's a practice you commit to every day."Resources:Research by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz on energy managementGallup Research on team engagementAmerican Academy of Sleep Medicine recommendationsDDI Global Leadership ForecastAll episodes and guest requests can be found at:www.leadershipmomentspodcast.comFollow Stacey Caster on Instagram @staceycaster_Follow Tracy-Ann Palmer on Instagram @tracy_ann_palmer

Unexplained infertility. Failed cycles. Constant “what ifs” about plastics, products, and the environments we live in. We're surrounded by headlines about “toxins” and especially worried about how they might affect fertility, but almost no one teaches us how to think clearly about any of it. In this episode, Lisa Schuman, LCSW, talks with Dr. John Warner, a founder of Green Chemistry, about how everyday materials may influence fertility and health, and how to think about risk without spiraling into fear. Dr. Warner shares the personal tragedy that pushed him to re‑invent how chemistry is taught and practiced, and together they explore what realistic, informed choices look like for people in fertility treatment, donor conception, and surrogacy. You'll hear about: How environmental exposures intersect with fertility and overall health The “devastating realization” that changed Dr. Warner's career What Green Chemistry is and why it matters for future parents Why testing chemicals is so complex (and why “no data” ≠ “safe”) How to ask better questions instead of panicking about “toxins” The four pillars of chemistry education and “intellectual ecology” How consumer choices quietly shape what companies create next Why fear itself can become toxic and block clear decision‑making If you're going through IVF, using donor conception, working with a surrogate, or pregnant after infertility, this conversation offers a calmer, clearer way to think about your environment, without chasing perfection or drowning in guilt. Guest resources Website: https://johnwarner.org/ Chapters 00:00 The Impact of Environment on Fertility 03:42 John Warner's Journey to Green Chemistry 08:33 The Birth of Green Chemistry 15:43 Practical Steps for a Healthier Life 19:31 The Challenge of Testing and Regulation 25:58 Finding Reliable Information on Toxicity 27:51 The Four Pillars of Chemistry Education 29:00 Intellectual Ecology in Chemistry 30:08 Navigating Public Skepticism 32:55 Finding Balance in Information 34:54 Making Informed Choices 36:27 Embracing Chemistry in Daily Life 39:22 Consumer Responsibility and Market Influence 42:20 Understanding Marketing and Product Labels 45:45 Overcoming Chemophobia and Embracing Chemistry 49:39 The Role of Fear in Consumer Choices #fertility #IVF #donorconception #greenchemistry #environmentaltoxins #infertility #womenshealth #familybuilding #eggdonation #surrogacy

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings look at the pillar of community from the perspective of Reed Dent.“5 Spectacular Japanese Joints” by Emi Shinmura — Fine WoodworkingBEMA 356: Sabbath Practice — Friendship w/ Derrick James Rohr III“Followers, Not Admirers” by Søren Kierkegaard in Bread and Wine: Readings for Lent and Easter

The Four Pillars Of Resilience  In this podcast, I'm diving deep into what I call the four pillars of resilience: physiological, psychological, social, and environmental. Drawing from my 30 years of experience working with clients, I'll break down each pillar and show you how they all work together to create a more resilient you. I'll walk you through practical strategies to optimize your health, shift your mindset, strengthen your relationships, and create environments that support your growth. You'll learn how to dial in your diet, improve your sleep, manage stress effectively, and even set up your physical space to reinforce positive habits. Whether you're looking to enhance your own resilience or you're leading a team and want to foster a culture of growth, this podcast will give you the tools you need. Join me as we explore how to become more adaptable, more capable, and ultimately, better humans. Let's get playful, experimental, and adventurous in this journey of self-improvement! Leave us a review and let me know what you thought!

The Four Pillars Of Resilience  In this podcast, I'm diving deep into what I call the four pillars of resilience: physiological, psychological, social, and environmental. Drawing from my 30 years of experience working with clients, I'll break down each pillar and show you how they all work together to create a more resilient you. I'll walk you through practical strategies to optimize your health, shift your mindset, strengthen your relationships, and create environments that support your growth. You'll learn how to dial in your diet, improve your sleep, manage stress effectively, and even set up your physical space to reinforce positive habits. Whether you're looking to enhance your own resilience or you're leading a team and want to foster a culture of growth, this podcast will give you the tools you need. Join me as we explore how to become more adaptable, more capable, and ultimately, better humans. Let's get playful, experimental, and adventurous in this journey of self-improvement! Leave us a review and let me know what you thought!

FREE Two Day Event: The Farm Marketing Fix - June 2026 Sign Up HERE Picture this. You're selling beef and pork and chicken and eggs and vegetables and flowers. You're at three farmers markets, running a farm stand, trying to sell online, posting on every platform you've ever heard of, and somehow also squeezing in a farm stay and a few consulting calls. Your head is spinning. Your chest gets tight just thinking about the week ahead. And despite doing ALL the things, you still aren't paying yourself. Here's what I finally had to admit after 17 years in this industry: more products, more channels, and more hustle are not the answer. They're the problem. I call it the complexity trap. And it's the third root cause of farm burnout nobody warns you about, because everyone's too busy telling you to add another revenue stream. But here's what nobody tells you: the most profitable farms I've worked with over the last 13 years didn't get profitable because they did everything. They got exceptionally good at ONE signature product, ONE dream customer, and ONE strong marketing channel, and they built depth before they built breadth. Simple scales. Complex fails. Simplifying isn't shrinking. It's the most strategic move you can make. This episode is the final part of the From Burnout to Balance series, and it's the one that ties everything together. I'm breaking down the Four Pillars framework that turns an overwhelming farm into a business that actually serves your life. Plus, there's a full 90-day plan you can start THIS week. I include how to identify your signature product and dream customer, how to build the email marketing foundation that's 3,600 times more profitable than social media, how to price for profit instead of chasing volume, and how to finally build the boundaries that protect your weekends, your family, and your sanity. If you're the farmer selling 13 things across seven channels and still not making a paycheck, this is for you. If you've started to dread the farm you built with your own two hands, this is for you. Walk away from this episode with a clear 90-day roadmap to simplify, systematize, and finally step off the hamster wheel. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Price for Profit — Free 6-Day Pricing Course — If you've never actually run the math to see whether your prices are paying you a real salary AND covering every expense, start here. Includes the exact spreadsheets that show you the truth in minutes. Grab it at charlottemsmith.com/priceforprofit. Farm Marketing Week + The Profitable Farmer Masterclass — One week of free live trainings in June covering The Power of One, branding, and the marketing foundation that gets farmers finally paid. This is also the only time The Profitable Farmer coaching program opens this summer. Save your seat at charlottemsmith.com/masterclass. HERE ARE THE 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Simple Scales, Complex Fails — Adding more products and more sales channels feels like growth, but it's diluting your energy, your marketing, and your margins. The profitable path is depth before breadth: one signature product, one dream customer, one marketing channel done exceptionally well. You can always add more later from a place of profit instead of desperation. Your Email List Is the Only Audience You Actually Own — Social media algorithms decide who sees you. Platforms change, accounts get flagged, and suddenly your audience is gone. Email is 3,600 times more profitable because every person on that list said yes to hearing from you. Build the relationship first, make the offer later. That's the difference between marketing that feels pushy and marketing that feels like service. Boundaries Are the Fourth Pillar, Not the Reward — You can build a perfectly structured farm business and still wreck your life with it if you skip this one. Delegation, hiring help (even a house cleaner counts), and protecting your weekends aren't luxuries you earn someday after the work is "done." They're the foundation that makes sustainable success possible in the first place. MORE FROM ME Follow along at charlottemsmith.com and on Instagram @charlottemsmith Click HERE and Let's Meet! Chat with us to see if The Profitable Farmer can break you out of marketing misery.

Recovery is an often overlooked and sometimes misunderstood aspect of high performance. Coach Gail Williams (Danbury HS in CT) and her son, Shaun (former NCAA D1 athlete) bring this important topic to light in a very practical way. Gail has deeply researched effective recovery. What she learned, and what Shaun helped her apply, led to the development of PerformaFlex MR, a scientifically formulated muscle rub that promotes recovery and performance.

Sometimes the most meaningful movements begin with personal healing, and that's exactly what led Erin and Danielle to their work with Canadians for Homeopathy. Both share how their own experiences drew them into homeopathy and shaped their commitment to making it accessible to others. We talk about the organization they've built since 2017, focused on empowering everyday users through clear, affordable education, including monthly live webinars and an extensive library of recorded sessions. Our conversation highlights practical topics they teach, from managing common illnesses at home to supporting emotional well-being, all within a supportive learning environment. At its core, this episode is about giving parents and home prescribers the knowledge and confidence to care for their families in simple, informed ways. Episode Highlights: 03:07 - One remedy, dramatic transformation 05:41 - Desperate search for my child's healing 07:49 - The Importance of Advocating for Homeopathy 08:32 - Overview of Canadians for Homeopathy 10:33 - Accessing Webinars and Resources 12:21 - Types of Webinars and Guest Speakers 13:47 - Diverse Topics Covered in Webinars 16:10 - Building a Community through Social Media 18:02 - The Team Behind Canadians for Homeopathy 19:14 - Four Pillars of Canadians for Homeopathy 20:07 - Global Reach and Accessibility 22:06 - Empowering Home Users and Parents 25:32 - The Role of Homeopathy in Family Health 28:55 - Interactive Community Engagement in Webinars About my Guests: Erin Ellis discovered homeopathy when she was at a stuck point in her life and, when everything else had failed, it helped her get unstuck. She is passionate about bringing that same freedom and healing to as many people as possible. Erin trained at England's School of Homeopathy and is a Certified Classical Homeopath (CCH) as well as a certified Bach Flower Therapy practitioner. She sits on the executive of the Manitoba Homeopathic Association and is thrilled to also be part of the Canadians for Homeopathy board and its mission to help bring awareness of homeopathy to more Canadians. Danielle Nimeth was first introduced to homeopathy in 2018, when it made a meaningful difference in her family's health. Inspired by this experience, she began her studies at the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine (OCHM), where she is currently enrolled and expected to graduate in 2027. Danielle is especially passionate about supporting children and their families through homeopathy, helping them build strong foundations for lifelong wellness. Motivated by wishing she had discovered homeopathy sooner, she is dedicated to making it more accessible to Canadians and envisions its integration into the broader healthcare system. Find out more about Erin and Danielle www.similiahomeopathy.ca. https://advancinghomeopathy.com/ To know more about Canadians for Homeopathy Website: https://canadiansforhomeopathy.com/ Email: learn@canadiansforhomeopathy.com If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode. Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/ Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you'll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom            

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings look at the second of BEMA's four pillars: the commitment to and experience of community.About Impact Campus Ministries (Definition of Success)Loneliness Sucks — Marty Solomon, YouTubeLife Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer

A major legislative victory is brewing on Capitol Hill. Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators LMCT, joins the America's Work Force Union Podcast to announce the introduction of S. 4312—the bipartisan Senate companion bill to the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act. Fresh off the NABTU Legislative Conference, Ielmini pulls back the curtain on the "ground game" in D.C., explaining how in-person visits with senators like Steve Daines (R-MT) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) changed the momentum for this energy-saving bill. In this episode, we also break down the "Four Pillars" of labor currently facing coordinated attacks in Congress: Davis-Bacon Prevailing Wage: Why it's a consumer protection, not just a union benefit. Registered Apprenticeships: The fight to maintain elite training standards against low-road competition. Housing Project Definitions: How anti-union interests are trying to "redefine" their way out of fair wages. Project Labor Agreements (PLAs): Why these agreements are the gold standard for staying on time and under budget. Ielmini also looks toward the future of work, discussing the massive manhour opportunities in data center construction and the emerging wave of energy generation infrastructure.

Notes John 10:1-10 Acts 2:42-47 Summary Exploring the rich metaphors of Jesus as the Good Shepherd and the Gate in John 10, and their implications for inclusive community and spiritual life. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Good Shepherd Sunday 02:51 Exploring John 10: The Gate and the Shepherd 05:45 Contextualizing the Text: Inclusivity vs Exclusivity 09:07 The Role of the Shepherd in Caring for the Community 11:56 Understanding the Gate: Pathways to Abundant Life 15:08 The Thief vs The Good Shepherd 18:06 Living a Meaningful Life vs Material Abundance 21:10 The Call to Follow Jesus' Voice 24:04 Contemporary Applications of the Text 26:56 Exploring the Concept of Peace 28:11 Acts 2: The Early Church Community 29:23 Radical Transformation and Community Dynamics 31:24 Salvation Through Community 34:43 The Four Pillars of Community 38:10 The Role of Food in Building Community 40:45 Radical Reshaping of Enough 42:00 The Community Beyond Believers 46:27 Closing Thoughts and Community Engagement  

In part one of my two-part waltz through the flavors and landscapes of Australia with James Young of Old Young's Distillery, some of the topics we discuss include: The history and evolution of the Australian distilling industry, specifically with respect to the development of the Australian whisky scene and the rise of distinct gin and rum traditions. The impact of Australian agriculture and wine on the types of grains, casks, and other production choices that have come to define Australian whisky on the world stage. The flavor and culture phenomenon that is Australian gin, including the story behind Four Pillars' Bloody Shiraz and the proliferation of wine-flavored gins and a survey of unique endemic botanicals to look out for. Along the way, we also take time to consider the six seasons you'll experience in Perth, Australian brands and bottles to keep your eye out for on American liquor store shelves, the fine line between lemon myrtle use and abuse, and much, much more.

Brent Billings and Elle Grover Fricks get the big picture about our holy book. Spiral Dynamics Illustration The Unseen Realm by Michael S. Heiser Review of The Unseen Realm — Brent Billings, Goodreads

PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with PWTorch's Chris Lansdell, making his long-awaited Flagship debut. They discuss these topics:Reaction to the WrestleMania's night 1 and night 2 line-ups release: Did WWE load WrestleMania night 2 at expense of night 1? Did they make good choices for the ESPNsimulcast first hours?What key element is WrestleMania 42 missing and was it avoidable?AEW Dynasty line-up so far a good counter to WrestleMania's weaknessThoughts on the Pat McAfee debacleChris Jericho's return to AEW and how can he be useful for AEW this time?Mailbag topic: Is AEW building for the future and what does the state of their original Four Pillars say?A preview of AEW DynamiteNew Japan's resurgenceA Foodie discussion closes out the free portion of the showBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Why do the same conversations keep "resolving" without anything actually changing? Tony and his daughter Mackie unpack what they call "mouth sounds"—when someone says all the right words, uses the right tone, even touches your hand, and you walk away thinking this time it's different… but it never is.This episode dives deep into the anxious-avoidant attachment cycle and why your nervous system chose your partner long before your conscious mind caught up. Tony walks through the Anxious/Avoidant attachment loop while Mackie checks boxes in real time—and then shares the raw, hard-won lessons from her own recent breakup in her twenties that every person navigating heartbreak needs to hear.In this episode, you'll discover:Why "mouth sounds" feel so convincing—and how both partners are projecting completely different realities onto the same conversationThe anxious-avoidant origin story: how your childhood wired you to find the familiar disguised as the oppositeWhy consideration may be the highest form of love—and what it actually looks like in practiceMackie's breakup playbook: feel it instead of numbing it, no feeling is ever final, there's no correct timeline for healing, and being alone beats settlingThe hardest truth about leaving: sometimes choosing yourself means handing the other person the gift of getting to play the victim—and learning to be okay with thatTony Overbay, LMFT, draws from over 20 years of couples therapy and 1,500+ couples to explain the patterns most people can't see until it's almost too late. Whether you're stuck in a cycle, fresh out of a breakup, or watching someone you love go through it—this one's for you.Head to tonyoverbay.com/magnetic to join the wait list for the Magnetic Marriage course and start building the tools nobody handed you off the factory floor.00:00 When Talks Repeat01:11 Meet Tony and Mouth Sounds02:21 Projection Behind Promises03:34 Anxious Avoidant Framework05:02 Mackey Breakup Lessons06:04 Course Plug and Tools09:58 Mackey Joins the Show11:34 Dating After Breakup13:04 Why Words Hook Us15:05 Jack and Jill Origins21:10 How They Attract23:02 When Emotions Trigger Withdrawal24:09 Differentiation and Change30:05 Consideration as Love31:32 Four Pillars and Victim Mode33:15 Anxious Avoidant Patterns33:55 Feeling Considered Matters34:28 Inappropriate Outside Connection36:09 Boundaries Trust Walk Away37:36 Training What You Tolerate40:46 Rapid Fire Lessons Begin41:17 Feel It Dont Numb45:00 Trust After Betrayal48:54 No Feeling Is Final50:13 Impermanence Changes Everything53:00 No Timeline For Healing57:48 Leaving And Being Villain01:00:42 Wrap Up And Where To Find UsPlease follow Tony on Instagram @virtual.couch on Tiktok @virtualcouch on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tonyoverbaylmft and on Substack https://thevirtualcouch.substack.com/ You can reach out to Tony through his website tonyoverbay.com or by emailing contact @ tonyoverbay.comContact Tony at contact@tonyoverbay.com to learn more about his Emotional Architects men's group.To learn more about Tony's upcoming re-release of the Magnetic Marriage course visit https://www.tonyoverbay.com/magnetic. Sign up for his newsletter through the link at https://linktr.ee/virtualcouchAvailable NOW: Tony's "Magnetic Marriage Mini-Course" is only $25. https://magneticmarriage.mykajabi.com/magnetic-marriage-mini-course

Marty Solomon and Brent Billings join Reed Dent to talk about his perspective on the pillar of Text.Drawing Hands by M. C. Escher — WikipediaThe Wall Street Journal, September 12, 2001 (PDF)“September 11” by Scott Cairns“Trump's name to appear on coronavirus stimulus checks sent to Americans” — Fox News“Trump Seeks To Stimulate Economy By Sending Rare Autographed Photo To Every American” — The OnionReviews of The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003 film) — Reed Dent, LetterboxdReviews of Wake Up Dead Man (2025 film) — Reed Dent, LetterboxdThe Poetics of Biblical Narrative by Meir SternbergCross Vision by Gregory A. BoydCrucifixion of the Warrior God by Gregory A. Boyd“The Bible Talk: Part 1” by Reed Dent“The Bible Talk: Part 2” by Reed Dent“The Bible Talk: Postscripts” by Reed Dent

Arthur Brooks spent decades studying the science of happiness, yet at the peak of his career, he felt anxious and unfulfilled. From the outside, he seemed to have everything, but success was not delivering the joy, meaning, or mental wellness he expected. That disconnect pushed him to step away from his role as CEO and finally start living by the principles he had spent years researching. When he did, he became 60 percent happier. In this episode, Arthur breaks down the science-backed habits and mindset shifts that build real, lasting happiness and fulfillment in your daily life. In this episode, Hala and Arthur will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:27) The Science of Building Happiness (09:06) How Build the Life You Want Came Together (12:29) America's Growing Happiness Crisis (15:55) The Three Macronutrients of Happiness (31:18) Is Happiness a Choice? (35:35) Emotional Regulation and Mental Health (42:12) Escaping the Trap of Social Comparison (49:37) The Four Pillars of a Fulfilling Life (53:45) Building Positivity Through Gratitude (58:31) Why Unhappiness Can Lead to True Happiness Arthur Brooks is a Harvard professor, PhD social scientist, and New York Times bestselling author who has dedicated his career to helping people live happier, more meaningful lives. He writes a widely read weekly column on happiness for The Atlantic and teaches a course on well-being at Harvard Business School. He has authored multiple bestselling books, including Build the Life You Want, co-written with Oprah Winfrey. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/profiting Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting. Spectrum Business - Visit Spectrum.com/FreeForLife to learn how you can get Business Internet Free Forever. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful and production-ready websites. Go to Framer.com/profiting and get 30% off their Framer Pro annual plan. Quo - Run your business communications the smart way. Try Quo for free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting Working Genius - Take the Working Genius assessment and discover your natural gifts and thrive at work. Go to workinggenius.com and get 20% off with code PROFITING Experian - Manage and cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reduce your bills. Get started now with the Experian App and let your Big Financial Friend do the work for you. See experian.com for details. Huel -  Get all the daily nutrients you need with Huel. Grab Huel today and get 15% OFF with my code PROFITING at huel.com/PROFITING.  Resources Mentioned: Arthur's Book, Build the Life You Want: bit.ly/BTLYW  Arthur's Book, From Strength to Strength: bit.ly/FS2S  Brooks' Website: arthurbrooks.com  YAP E192 with Arthur Brooks: youngandprofiting.co/E192-apple  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Biohacking, Motivation, Manifestation, Brain Health, Life Balance, Self-Healing, Sleep, Diet