Podcasts about Frustration

0:30 - Chicago teens testify about takeovers — ‘How can we better make adults our role models?’ 11:53 - Trump Stuns Republicans With Whirlwind Day of Frustration and Finger-Pointing 27:24 - The Socialist Democrats of America 49:13 - Trump meeting with NATO SecGen Mark Rutte: Iran was very near getting nukes, G7 backed degarding nuke program 01:00:24 - Bill Roggio is a senior fellow at the Foundation for the Defence of Democracies and editor of FDD’s Long War Journal. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to the ongoing negotiations with Iran 01:25:26 - Gary Sinise is an actor, director, bass player, founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation and author of Grateful American: A Journey from Self to Service. He joined Dan Proft to talk about his upcoming Rockin’ For Our Vets concert at Cantigny Park 01:35:23 - Juan David Rojas covers Latin America and global Hispanidad for UnHerd. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to the election results in Colombia 01:54:31 - Josh Blackman holds the Centennial Chair of Constitutional Law at the South Texas College of Law Houston and is a contributing editor to Civitas OutlookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Carl Jocumsen is one of the most passionate anglers in professional fishing… but this time he's fired up.Carl is PISSED… and he's finally ready to talk about it.On this episode of the Mercer Podcast, Carl opens up about what's frustrating him, why he believes some things need to change, and the ever-evolving world of tournament bass fishing. From new rules and the future of the sport to the challenges professional anglers face, Carl doesn't hold back.But this conversation isn't just about fishing — it's about making a difference.Carl also shares the incredible story behind the Fear My Heart Worldwide Lake Clean Up, a movement he created to bring anglers together, protect our fisheries, and leave this world better than we found it.Passion. Frustration. Change. Positivity.This is Carl Jocumsen like you've never heard him before.

Send us Fan MailThe facelift internet loves a clean fight: SMAS vs deep plane, one “best” method, one winner. But what if that whole debate is a distraction from the only thing that actually predicts a great result: whether your surgeon can see how faces age in three dimensions and reverse it with intention? I sit down again with Dr. Ben Talei, Beverly Hills facial plastic surgeon, educator, and relentless anatomy nerd, to talk about what technique labels can't capture and why most studies miss the parts patients care about most. We dig into how surgeon “vision” shows up in real outcomes: jawline clarity, midface shape, eye area youthfulness, skin quality, and even how the smile moves after facial rejuvenation surgery. Ben breaks down the logic behind planes, fixation zones, tissue glide, and why “ligament release” has become an oversimplified story that can block real understanding. We also get practical about neck contour, parotid-related volume, and why small three-dimensional corrections can beat big two-dimensional pulls when you're chasing natural, durable change. From there, we go wider: pricing outrage and why elective cosmetic surgery behaves like a luxury market, the ethics of “profiting from insecurity,” and how social media and AI filters are driving unrealistic expectations for facelift results. We close with high-signal rapid fire on what's underrated (nanofat), what's overrated (biostimulators), why fillers can't “defy gravity,” and whether hyperbaric oxygen or light therapy actually helps healing. If you want a clearer way to think about facelift technique, facial aging, and what excellence looks like, this one is for you. Subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts so more people can find the show.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Dr. Ben Talei06:00 Passion for Cars and Personal Interests10:07 Balancing Education and Practice16:10 The Debate: SMAS vs. Deep Plane Facelifts24:04 Understanding Aging and Surgical Techniques31:41 The Frustration of Misunderstanding in Aesthetic Surgery33:39 The Evolution of Surgical Techniques and Patient Expectations35:59 The Value of Cosmetic Surgery: Price vs. Quality39:18 Addressing Insecurities: The Role of Cosmetic Surgery43:13 The Impact of Social Media and AI on Self-Perception49:29 Advancements in Facial Rejuvenation Techniques56:21 Understanding Facial Anatomy: The Key to Effective Surgery01:00:57 Understanding Surgical Challenges and Techniques01:01:18 The Impact of Crevasse Technique on Aesthetic Surgery01:03:28 Innovative Approaches to Facial Anatomy01:07:23 Exploring the Causes of Aging01:09:09 The Complexity of Aging and Surgical Outcomes01:15:28 The Role of Genetics in Aging01:16:28 Cellular Biology and Aging: A Deeper Dive01:19:12 The Future of Anti-Aging Science01:25:00 Exploring Post-Operative Care Techniques01:29:42 The Efficacy of Light Therapy in Healing01:32:29 Exploring the Efficacy of Anti-Aging Treatments01:33:03 Rapid Fire: Trends in Cosmetic Procedures01:34:46 Underrated and Overrated Anti-Aging Interventions01:35:48 The Importance of Patient Education in Cosmetic Surgery01:37:04 Personal Insights: Balancing Surgery and Self-Care01:37:49 The Intersection of Passion: Cars and Cosmetic Surgery01:38:55 Market Trends in Classic Cars and Investments01:41:05 The Future of Car Values and Investment Strategies01:43:01 The Joy of Car Enthusiasm and Personal ConnectionsDr. Ben Talei Links:Website: https://www.beverlyhillscenter.com/dr-ben-talei/Cupid Lips: https://www.cupid-lips.com/IG: @drbentalei, @muybennoTweet me @realdrhamrahIG @drhamrah

On this episode of The Team Chip Podcast, Chip discusses why so many kids want to quit the moment something becomes difficult and what instructors can do to help them push through. From handling frustration during class to building a culture that values resilience, effort, and perseverance, this episode is all about how martial arts schools can help kids stay in the struggle long enough to experience real growth.

When you are broken, you're in a great position to experience the power of God. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Mit einer Kampagne zur Parteidominanz reagiert die KPCh auf interne Spannungen und wirtschaftliche Krisen. Doch Experten bezweifeln, dass erzwungene Treueschwüre die wachsende Frustration an der Parteibasis dauerhaft kaschieren können.

Le burn-out féminin ne vient pas d'un manque de volonté. Il naît souvent d'une accumulation invisible : charge mentale, fatigue émotionnelle, pression de performance et impossibilité de ralentir sans culpabiliser.Dans cet épisode de Sensées, Jenny Chamas partage un workshop puissant sur le burn-out féminin et les mécanismes systémiques qui poussent tant de femmes leaders à l'épuisement. Vous découvrez pourquoi le corps finit par dire stop, comment reconnaître les signaux avant la rupture et surtout comment retrouver un rythme plus soutenable sans renoncer à votre ambition.Dans cet épisode, vous découvrez comment :Identifier les signes invisibles du burn-out féminin avant l'effondrementComprendre le rôle de la charge mentale, émotionnelle et du care dans l'épuisement professionnel fémininSortir du mode pilote automatique et retrouver de la clarté mentaleRalentir sans culpabiliser, même dans un environnement professionnel exigeantConstruire un leadership féminin plus durable, plus lucide et plus respectueux de soiJenny explique aussi pourquoi le stress n'est pas le vrai problème : c'est le cycle du stress inachevé qui épuise les femmes à long terme. Entre surcharge mentale, syndrome de la bonne élève, hyper-vigilance et pression sociale, beaucoup de femmes ambitieuses vivent dans un état d'alerte permanent sans même s'en rendre compte.Cet épisode vous aidera à mieux comprendre le burn-out féminin, à écouter les signaux de votre corps et à reprendre le pouvoir sur votre rythme de vie, votre énergie et votre équilibre pro perso.Un épisode pour toutes les femmes leaders, femmes dirigeantes et professionnelles qui veulent réussir sans se détruire.****Rejoignez la newsletter Sensées : elle vous donne accès à un concentré de coaching et d'inspiration. Inscrivez-vous gratuitement en cliquant ici. Tout comme sur le podcast Sensées, on y parle de leadership, d'ambition, de confiance en soi, de motivation, de carrière, d'outils de développement personnel, de management, de prise de poste, de prise de parole, et. : bref, de tout ce qui concerne le quotidien des femmes ambitieuses.***Avec NOVA, j'accompagne individuellement les dirigeantes. Dans ce programme de coaching et de mentoring, confidentiel et sur-mesure, je vous aide à dépasser vos challenges et atteindre vos objectifs, dans un contexte politique et stratégique qui demande de la hauteur, du sang-froid et une vision claire. Cliquez ici pour en savoir plus.**Notre guide "10 leviers essentiels pour les décideuses" est un véritable concentré d'outils de coaching et de mentoring, les mêmes que nous utilisons dans le programme Sensées. Il est conçu pour toutes les directrices, dirigeantes et entrepreneures qui sont fatiguées de porter seules les responsabilités. Si vous avez l'impression que votre quotidien vous échappe petit à petit, ce guide est fait pour vous. Cliquez ici pour obtenir votre exemplaire offert !*Vous représentez une entreprise et souhaitez développer le leadership de vos talents féminins ? : cliquez ici.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

End the Frustration in Your Walk with God! God is very specific in His Word about what He has done and will do. If it's in His Word, you can take it to the bank and be sure about it. Find out more on this episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen.Tactical Tip: Many of our videos contain a short section we call Tactical Tips. Most offer ways to improve personal safety and security.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/***UPDATED TEXT TO GIVE INFORMATION***Text GIVEKOM to 44321Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/C6d_SN44yaQBecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

He spent 12 years saving souls from the pulpit, then the next 24 chasing sinners for the FBI. In this episode, we sit down with Eric Robinson, a former Baptist minister turned FBI Special Agent. Eric shares the fascinating and often harrowing story of his transition from the ministry to investigating drug cartels, public corruption, and national security threats. We dive into his 15 years as a SWAT operator, the reality of political corruption in cities like Chicago, and the frustrations of seeing criminals walk free due to political interference. Eric's unique perspective offers a rare look at the intersection of faith, law enforcement, and the pursuit of justice in a complex world.     ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 Welcome & Introduction to Eric Robinson   1:15 The Strange Transition: From Baptist pastor to FBI Special Agent   2:30 A Family Legacy: The Lutheran minister who preached in German during WWI   4:00 The Burden of the Pulpit: Why the stress of the ministry led to chronic headaches   6:00 Joining the FBI: Finding a job with "less stress" in law enforcement   8:00 9/11 and the FBI: How a background in Islam led to a career in the Bureau   10:00 Investigating Cartels: Working drug squads in Chicago and Toledo   12:00 The Reality of Affidavits: Sworn statements and the risk of vendettas   14:00 Witness Protection and Informants: The dangerous world of "snitches"   16:00 Reverting to Crime: Why some criminals can't stop even in prison   18:00 The Attorney General's Award: Recognition for civil rights and national security cases   20:00 Political Corruption: Investigating the sale of Barack Obama's Senate seat   22:00 The Frustration of Justice: When Washington D.C. interferes in local cases   24:00 Integrity in the Bureau: Discussion on internal corruption and the "crooked" percentage   26:00 The $900 Mistake: Why a 30-year career was thrown away for a small bribe   41:11 Building Rapport: Smoking cigars with a 15-year-old victim to get information   42:36 Where to Find Eric: His new book "Irreverent" and Preacher2Breacher.com   43:02 Outro: RoyCoughlan.com and the Awakening Podcast Network   43:16 End of Episode    

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Kenny Macintyre is joined by Andy Halliday and Scott Allan to ask the big questions after Scotland's narrow defeat to Morocco. What really went wrong in that performance, and were the tactics too passive?Is Steve Clarke getting enough out of a talented squad, or is there more to come? How should Scotland approach the Brazil game – and what changes are needed to stay in the tournament?And with knockout hopes still alive, can Scotland find a way through when it matters most?

Clare and Cork enjoyed big wins in the quarter‑finals, but what did they actually learn from them? Meanwhile, Clare boss Brian Lohan isn't impressed with the lack of response to his queries about officiating.The JJ Kavanagh Carlow Senior Championship begins next weekend, and we hear from every club ahead of the throw‑in.The KCLR Hurling Podcast is brought to you by Morrissey Motors Peugeot Kilkenny. 

ITU: Ready to break through your biggest business bottleneck? Apply to work with me 1:1 - https://impacttheory.co/SCALESign up for my next FREE A.I. class here: https://tombilyeu.com/leverage-ai-july-9?utm_campaign=ai-masterclass&utm_source=x&utm_medium=social&utm_content=post-260407-1Welcome back to another episode of The Tom Bilyeu Show with Tom and channel moderator, Ryan. The conversation today focused on the world's most pressing geopolitical flashpoints and the way they expose deeper truths about global power, economics, and cultural identity.One concept discussed was the fragile state of negotiations in international hotspots like the Strait of Hormuz, with the panel exploring how asymmetric warfare and economic leverage continue to shape the ambitions of nations such as Iran, Israel, Russia, and Ukraine. A key theme that emerged was the complex interplay between ideology, values, and survival, especially in the context of heated debates over immigration, assimilation, and national identity in the US, UK, and EU.The discussion explored controversial statements around the necessity of assimilation, the strengths and weaknesses of diversity, and the role of government in shaping individual and collective destinies. Several points were raised, including the long historical cycles of conflict, the evolution of tech and economics, and the personal responsibility each citizen bears in turbulent times.Whether addressing the failures of major powers to enforce order or the disruptive potential of rapid technological advancement, this episode challenges listeners to critically examine the values and realities that underpin our modern society.Chapters:00:00 Economic tensions in Strait of Hormuz09:00 Trump's negotiating strategy and leverage16:45 Losing faith in US power21:34 European support boosts Ukraine's defense27:07 Putin's Paranoia and Military Trust Issues28:15 Putin's potential future conflicts36:20 Middle East conflict escalation debate41:33 Rothschilds and British Empire influence47:32 Rothschild family and political influence52:12 Discussing Israeli-Palestinian Conflict55:01 Debating the Israel-Palestine conflict59:55 Discussing Cultural Identity and Values01:05:39 Economic impact of immigration policies01:15:15 Missing Jordan Peterson's Influence01:19:48 Cultural division and gaming industry01:23:49 Understanding assimilation in the USA01:27:01 Discussing kids coming out as trans01:34:41 Forming Interest-Based Groups01:42:13 Finding purpose in children's entertainment01:46:53 Frustration with U.S. economic policy01:49:34 Embracing resilience and innovation01:53:31 Signing off and well wishesSponsors:Ketone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT for 30% OFF your subscription orderPaleovalley: 30 for $36 https://bit.ly/PaleovalleyITIncogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code IMPACT at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/impactOpusClip: Explore Agent Opus at https://agent.opus.pro/exploreTruemed: Check your eligibility and start saving at https://truemed.com/impactEthos: Get a free quote at https://ethos.com/impactQuo: Try for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months at https://quo.com/impactNetsuite: Right now, get our free business guide, Demystifying AI, at https://NetSuite.com/TheoryPique: 20% off at https://piquelife.com/impactShopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impactSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Philosopher Stefan Molyneux talks with a caller who spent fifteen years building an accounting career but grew frustrated by the lack of recognition at his firm. They explore the idea of starting a fractional COO business and emphasize the value of integrity and a genuinely supportive work culture, which leaves the caller motivated to bring more ethical practices into his own professional path.GET FREEDOMAIN MERCH! https://shop.freedomain.com/SUBSCRIBE TO ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxFollow me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@freedomain1GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/FREEDOMAIN2026

What if the reason you're exhausted isn't because there's too much to do… but because you're carrying things that were never yours to hold?In this interview, I join Rachel Green on the Keep the Kids in Mind podcast to talk about the pattern of overfunctioning and why so many women feel responsible for everyone and everything around them.We explore how these patterns develop, how they show up in relationships, and why trying to do it all often creates the very dynamics we're frustrated by.We also discuss:what overfunctioning actually is (and why it's so common among women)how childhood conditioning shapes our sense of responsibilitythe connection between self-worth and doingwhy resentment builds in relationshipshow overfunctioning can unintentionally encourage underfunctioning in othersreceiving support and letting people show up for youwhy criticism can feel so activating when your worth is tied to being responsiblehow Human Design helps us reconnect with our authentic selvespractical ways to start breaking the patternIf you've ever felt like everything falls on you, this conversation will help you understand why—and what it looks like to create a different experience._✨ Take the Over-Functioning Archetypes Quiz✨ Ready to explore your patterns on a deeper level?Pattern Readings help uncover the subconscious beliefs and relational dynamics shaping the way you move through life, work, and relationships.Learn more or book here: Pattern Reading.Any questions? You can always email me at nicole@nicoleguenaconsulting.com_About Rachel Green:Rachel Green is a divorce mediator and collaborative attorney who helps families navigate separation with compassion, clarity, and the well-being of children in mind.Listen to Rachel's Podcast: Keep the Kids in Mind

Its Kruegs and Dieter on a Thursday: the fellas jump into the world of the San Francisco Giants, discussing their current struggles and the potential for a rebuild. With a record of 31-43 and a significant gap between them and the Dodgers, the Giants are in a spot to trade away talent, particularly players like Logan Webb and Luis Arraez. We also touch on the need for a clear plan and a willingness to make tough decisions, rather than just reacting to the current situation. TSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello! Andrew Musgrove here as we reflect on a disappointing 24 hours which has ended with Victor Munoz joining Liverpool despite Newcastle United believing they were signing the winger The question is how did this happen? And what the reaction will be? Fans are feeling nervous and need something to appease them. As always a big thanks to our sponsors NORD VPN and Saily - two products that will enhance your travel abroad. NORD VPN providing the safety and security you need while browsing, and Saily giving you that affordable e-sim and network coverage. You can get discounts by hitting up the links in the description box. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ ⁠https://nordvpn.com/toon⁠ Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee

Bubba Dub is back with another hilarious, unfiltered episode covering everything from sports and politics to relationships, fatherhood, and everyday life. This episode dives into the backlash surrounding Terence Crawford taking a photo with Donald Trump, why people need to stop judging others based on politics, and Bubba's thoughts on how celebrities and corporations use influence in today's culture.Plus:

Its Kruegs and Dieter on a Thursday: the fellas jump into the world of the San Francisco Giants, discussing their current struggles and the potential for a rebuild. With a record of 31-43 and a significant gap between them and the Dodgers, the Giants are in a spot to trade away talent, particularly players like Logan Webb and Luis Arraez. We also touch on the need for a clear plan and a willingness to make tough decisions, rather than just reacting to the current situation. TSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beim Rahmenabkommen zwischen den USA und Iran sind zentrale Punkte noch nicht gelöst. Dennoch sorgt es für Erleichterung, was sich auch am deutlich gesunkenen Ölpreis zeigt. Fliesst bald auch wieder Öl und Gas aus den Golfregionen? Weitere Themen: Die Mehrheit der Israeli ist nicht einverstanden mit dem Rahmenabkommen zwischen den USA und dem Iran. Kritik kommt aus allen politischen Lagern und auch in der Bevölkerung ist die Frustration gross. Warum? Ein Stimmungsbild aus Jerusalem. Die Schweizer Bauernlobby bekämpft zusammen mit einer breiten Allianz die Ernährungsinitiative. Diese will, dass ein höherer Anteil des Schweizer Lebensmittelbedarfs auch hierzulande produziert wird. Für die Bauernlobby der falsche Ansatz.

Are you or your team stuck in frustration over things you can't control? Do small disruptions turn into outsized stress, blame, or wasted energy? In this episode of the Reality-Based Leadership Podcast, Alex Dorr tackles one of the most common and costly workplace habits: arguing with reality. When you argue with reality, you lose 100% of the time. And yet, it's where leaders and teams spend hours every day. We resist delays, complain about changes, question decisions we weren't part of, and wish things were different… instead of focusing on what we can actually impact. Alex breaks down how this shows up in real time - from everyday workplace frustrations to a behind-the-scenes story of a scheduling breakdown that could have spiraled into blame, stress, and lost trust. Instead, it became a case study in shifting quickly from reaction to leadership. The shift starts with one simple question: given this, what would great look like? From there, we explore two practical frameworks you can use immediately: The Three Lanes: how to stay focused on your business instead of getting pulled into others' responsibilities or fighting reality itself. The Space for Impact: how to move from an unpreferred reality to an ideal outcome by focusing only on where you can add value. If you're a leader, manager, or team member navigating constant change, unexpected problems, or daily frustration, this episode will help you stop the spiral and start leading forward. Because the goal isn't to avoid hard realities; it's to respond to them in a way that actually moves things forward.   Episode Highlights:  00:01:20 - Why leaders are struggling more than ever   00:02:30 - Back to basics: Reality-Based Leadership   00:03:15 - What arguing with reality looks like at work   00:05:30 - The truth: you lose 100% of the time   00:06:15 - The Three Lanes framework   00:08:30 - Stop judging, start helping   00:09:00 - Real story: scheduling breakdown   00:12:00 - The Space for Impact model   00:14:00 - "Given this, what would great look like?"   00:17:30 - Avoiding the post-event drama spiral  

Pastor Q talks about what happens when leaders care deeply but start carrying more than they should. He explains why leaders often feel the weight before everyone else does, and how that can turn into frustration or resentment if they take it personally. The episode focuses on healthy ownership: carrying what is yours, helping others own their piece, and not trying to control everything. Pastor Q reminds leaders that not everyone carries responsibility the same way, and leadership is not about making everyone think or feel exactly like you. The big takeaway: don't let caring deeply turn into carrying everything by yourself. Lead with care, trust people with responsibility, and stay connected to the team while helping them grow.

This episode is brought to you by Your Clockwise Week—a personalized weekly structure built around your actual life, not an ideal one. If your week feels full but not fitting, you can learn more at mikevardy.com/yourclockwiseweek.Most productivity conversations start with systems, tools, and tactics. This one starts with something more fundamental: the quiet principles sitting right beneath the surface of your day that you've been walking past without noticing. Not because they're hidden — but because they're too simple to take seriously. That's what Heather Jo Kennedy's book For Starters is about, and it's why this conversation resonated with me in a way that felt less like an interview and more like a long overdue reminder.Heather Jo Kennedy is an author, speaker, and coach who grew up in the Dallas Cowboys organization — her father is quarterback Danny White — and that world of fundamentals, teamwork, and earned results is threaded through everything she teaches. Her book presents six core principles that she argues aren't just overlooked, they're statistically proven to change how you move through a day. We dig into all of them here, and the conversation went places I didn't expect.Six Discussion PointsGratitude isn't soft — it's structural. Heather shares the Duke University "Three Good Things" study, which found that a simple nightly practice of noting three positives can outperform antidepressants within two weeks. The real insight: gratitude is principle number one not because it's inspirational, but because it grounds everything else.Identity is the bedrock of productive impact. You can't make the difference you're meant to make if you don't know who you are. Growing up as a celebrity daughter, Heather watched identity get shaped by outside perception — and spent years reclaiming her own. That experience is at the heart of how she teaches this principle.Productivity is the means, not the end. Heather's definition — recognizing your unique purpose and acting on it — cuts against the idea that productivity is about maximizing output. We explored how that framing shift changes what you actually do with your time and energy.Frustration is a control signal, not just a mood. In the action chapter, Heather breaks frustration down to its root: you're either trying to control something you can't, or you're letting something control you when it shouldn't. Recognizing which one is happening is the first step to acting rather than reacting.Giving is the destination, not a detour. The Picasso line — "the meaning of life is to find your gift; the purpose of life is to give it away" — becomes a genuine lens here. We talked about what happens when you run every decision through the filter of am I adding value, and what that would do to the quality of everything we put into the world.Finishing requires humility, not just grit. The principle that landed hardest: sometimes quitting is a form of finishing. Clarity about whether a goal is wrong for you can't always come before you start — it often comes from the movement itself. Don't quit because it's hard. But quit when it's wrong.Three Connection PointsFor Starters by Heather Jo Kennedy — the book we discussed throughout this episode, and the best starting point for her workTimeCrafting: Stop Managing Your Time, Start Crafting It — my take on why "time management" is a broken concept, and how crafting your time changes the whole relationshipThe Lantern — my weekly newsletter — where I continue exploring these kinds of foundational ideas between episodesThe idea of overlooked principles is a quiet indictment of the way most of us approach getting things done. We reach for the system, the app, the strategy — and skip right over gratitude, identity, and the question of whether we're actually controlling what we think we're controlling. Heather's framework is a reset button disguised as a short book. If any of the six principles we discussed pulled your attention, that's probably where to start. Until next time, remember: stop doing productive, start being productive. See you later.If this episode resonated, I'm exploring ideas like these more deeply in my upcoming book, Productiveness. You can follow along as it takes shape at mikevardy.com/productiveness.

Frustration loses its power when you stop trying to control everything and start trusting God with what you can't.

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In this episode, Jeremiah and E are discussing emotnioal regulation tools and strategies.  Frustration tends to begin where our desire clash up against points of resistance.  Because it often manifests in the body, usually, the body is good place to start.  We focus our awareness on calming our tense muscles and regulating our breathing.  As we calm ourselves, frustration can often be used as a compass  to help us identify what matters most to us.As always, thank you for listening along with us.  If you'd like to know more about the podcast or if you'd like to connect with us, please visit our website at https://goodtotalk.co. Also, for more rich media content, check out our sister project Good To Self at https://goodtoself.co.

La spiritualité peut-elle devenir un véritable guide dans votre vie de femme dirigeante ? Dans cet épisode intime et profond, je partage comment la spiritualité m'aide à traverser les périodes d'incertitude, à prendre des décisions alignées et à faire confiance à la vie malgré la peur.À l'heure où beaucoup de femmes leaders ressentent de l'anxiété face au monde, aux crises et aux grands changements de vie, je vous propose une réflexion sur la foi, l'intuition, le leadership du cœur et la sagesse intérieure.Dans cet épisode, vous découvrez comment :Écouter votre intuition même lorsque la peur est présenteDévelopper une spiritualité incarnée dans votre quotidien professionnel et personnelFaire confiance à la vie pour avancer avec plus de sérénitéUtiliser le yoga et la méditation pour retrouver de la clarté intérieureCultiver un leadership féminin plus aligné, sensible et authentiqueJe vous partage aussi mon propre cheminement : mon rapport aux religions, au yoga, à la méditation, au sacré, aux signes, à la foi et à cette connexion profonde qui m'aide aujourd'hui à vivre et entreprendre autrement.Cette conversation autour de la spiritualité, du développement personnel et du leadership féminin est une invitation à ralentir, écouter votre cœur et avancer avec confiance, même sans tout maîtriser.Parce qu'être une femme dirigeante aujourd'hui ne consiste pas seulement à réussir professionnellement. C'est aussi apprendre à s'épanouir, à se reconnecter à soi et à construire une vie plus alignée avec ses valeurs profondes.Et si la spiritualité devenait non pas une fuite du réel, mais un ancrage puissant pour vivre pleinement votre carrière, vos relations et votre vie ?✨ Un épisode pour toutes les femmes leaders en quête de sens, de paix intérieure et d'ambition sereine.Pour vous abonner à ma lettre hebdomadaire dédiée aux dirigeantes : cliquez iciPour en savoir plus sur NOVA✨, l'accompagnement individuel de dirigeante : cliquez ici****Rejoignez la newsletter Sensées : elle vous donne accès à un concentré de coaching et d'inspiration. Inscrivez-vous gratuitement en cliquant ici. Tout comme sur le podcast Sensées, on y parle de leadership, d'ambition, de confiance en soi, de motivation, de carrière, d'outils de développement personnel, de management, de prise de poste, de prise de parole, et. : bref, de tout ce qui concerne le quotidien des femmes ambitieuses.***Avec NOVA, j'accompagne individuellement les dirigeantes. Dans ce programme de coaching et de mentoring, confidentiel et sur-mesure, je vous aide à dépasser vos challenges et atteindre vos objectifs, dans un contexte politique et stratégique qui demande de la hauteur, du sang-froid et une vision claire. Cliquez ici pour en savoir plus.**Notre guide "10 leviers essentiels pour les décideuses" est un véritable concentré d'outils de coaching et de mentoring, les mêmes que nous utilisons dans le programme Sensées. Il est conçu pour toutes les directrices, dirigeantes et entrepreneures qui sont fatiguées de porter seules les responsabilités. Si vous avez l'impression que votre quotidien vous échappe petit à petit, ce guide est fait pour vous. Cliquez ici pour obtenir votre exemplaire offert !*Vous représentez une entreprise et souhaitez développer le leadership de vos talents féminins ? : cliquez ici.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

A new Emerson College poll offers a snapshot of Black political sentiment heading into the 2026 midterm elections. Rising unemployment, workforce declines among Black women and concerns about inflation are fueling frustration, while many voters continue to closely watch developments surrounding voting rights and the economy. The question now is whether that frustration will translate into turnout at the ballot box. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“Until we consciously choose the beliefs that affect our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, we will be driven by the unconscious, fear-based part of the brain.” ~ Bill Crawford, PhD (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)

Have you ever watched your child struggle with something and immediately felt the urge to step in?Maybe they couldn't find the right words in a conversation.Maybe they were frustrated by homework.Maybe they forgot something important.Maybe they felt nervous before an event.Maybe they were disappointed by a friendship.Or maybe they were standing on a stool trying to fill up their own water bottle, taking twice as long as it would take you.Maybe they were struggling to zip their jacket.Order their own meal.Ask the question themselves.Carry the bag.Tie the shoe.And before they even had a chance to work through it, you were already reaching for a solution.Explaining. Fixing. Helping. Rescuing.If you're a parent, you know exactly what I'm talking about. Chances are, when it's happening in real time, you don't even realize you're doing it.Because watching our children struggle is uncomfortable.Personally, I think it's often harder to watch your child struggle than it is to face your own struggles.We love them. We want to protect them. We want to spare them unnecessary pain. We want to make things easier when we can.Sometimes we see the obstacle before they do. Sometimes we see their potential and all the possibilities that lie ahead, and because we can spot the roadblock coming, we want to clear it before they ever reach it.The motivation is beautiful. It's love.We love them so much that we want to spare them heartache. Frustration. Disappointment. Embarrassment. Failure. We want to cushion the fall before it ever happens.And honestly, this is something I think about all the time with Sledge.As a special-needs parent, this question carries an extra layer for me. There are moments when helping is absolutely necessary. Moments when support, advocacy, therapy, and intervention matter deeply.But there are also moments when I find myself asking:Am I helping because he truly needs help? Or am I helping because I'm uncomfortable watching him struggle?Because if I'm honest, there are times when Sledge has proven himself far more capable than I expected.He adapts.He perseveres.He figures things out.He keeps trying.And over and over again, he reminds me that capability is often built in the very moments we're tempted to step in.Lately I've been wondering something.What if, in our effort to help, we occasionally step in too soon?What if some of the very experiences we're trying to save our children from are the experiences that would help them discover what they're capable of?What if every time we rush in before they actually need us, we unintentionally communicate a message we never meant to send?Not, “I've got you.”But, “I don't think you've got this.”What if our constant rescuing quietly teaches them to doubt their own resilience?To question their ability to problem-solve?To believe that discomfort is something to escape rather than something they can move through?Because confidence isn't built when someone else always does it for us.Confidence is built when we discover that we can do hard things.That we can recover.That we can adapt.That we can try again.That we can survive disappointment.That we can face challenges and keep moving forward.That God has equipped us for more than we realize.Even if we fall.Even if it's messy.Even if it takes longer than we'd like.Even if the water bottle spills all over the floor.That's why I was so excited to sit down with my friends Sissy Goff and David Thomas to discuss their new book, Capable: How to Teach Your Kids the Strengths, Skills, and Strategies to Build Resilience.Get all the notes and resources on from this podcast at cleerelystated.substack.com and join the community!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, hosts Lee Salisbury, Shane Sneddon, and Nick discuss one of the most challenging and often frustrating aspects of pool service: leak detection. From simple dye tests and bucket tests to advanced acoustic listening devices, pressure testing, and underground leak locating equipment, the team shares real-world experiences, troubleshooting techniques, and lessons learned from years in the field. Topics CoveredWhy Leak Detection Is a Specialized SkillLeak detection often goes far beyond finding a wet spot in the yard. The hosts discuss how locating leaks requires patience, methodical troubleshooting, experience, and sometimes specialized equipment that represents a significant investment for a service company. Common Leak Sources Every Technician Should Check FirstBefore investing in advanced equipment, technicians can often identify many leaks through basic inspection and process-of-elimination techniques, including: Multiport valve waste lines  Hydrostatic relief valves  Skimmer box cracks  Skimmer faceplates and gaskets  Return fittings  Suction-side plumbing  Equipment pad leaks  Pump lid cracks and air leaks The hosts explain why many leaks can be found without expensive equipment when a systematic approach is used. Dye Testing: Every Technician's Best FriendOne of the most effective and affordable leak detection tools remains simple dye testing. The discussion covers: How dye reveals water movement  Why water table levels can affect results  Choosing the right dye color for different pool finishes  Common mistakes when performing dye tests  Creative field solutions using syringes, plasticine, and simple tools The team also discusses fluorescent dyes and situations where standard dye colors become difficult to see. When the Water Table Changes EverythingHeavy rainfall and high groundwater can completely change leak detection results. Shane shares examples where visible holes in vinyl liners showed no water loss because surrounding groundwater pressure equalized the leak. Understanding groundwater conditions is critical when diagnosing suspected leaks. Vinyl Pool Leak ChallengesThe hosts discuss: Large vinyl liner tears  Aging liner failures  Temporary patching methods  When repairs are no longer practical  Recognizing when liner replacement is the only realistic solution Real-world examples illustrate why some repairs become recurring service calls if underlying liner deterioration is ignored. Fiberglass Pool Failures and Structural IssuesSeveral unusual fiberglass pool failures are discussed, including: Pool walls collapsing due to improper backfill  Hydrostatic valve failures  Pools lifting out of the ground despite being full of water  Drainage design failures around pool shells These stories highlight why understanding soil conditions and groundwater management is just as important as understanding plumbing. Advanced Leak Detection EquipmentShane explains the equipment used by professional leak detection companies, including: Acoustic microphones  Pipe microphones  Pressure testing systems  Underground listening devices  Sonar and sound-based locating systems The discussion includes how these systems work, their limitations, and why training is essential before offering leak detection as a professional service. Is Leak Detection Worth Adding to Your Business?For service companies considering expanding into leak detection, the hosts discuss: Equipment costs  Training requirements  Insurance considerations  Break-even analysis  Market demand  Scheduling and labor requirements They emphasize the importance of understanding profitability before investing heavily in specialized services. Knowing When to Call a SpecialistNot every pool company needs to perform advanced leak detection. The hosts discuss the value of building relationships with trusted specialists and recognizing when a problem exceeds your equipment, experience, or risk tolerance. Real-World Leak StoriesThe episode features several memorable leak investigations, including: A pool that only leaked intermittently  A cracked pump lid causing major system issues  Underground plumbing surprises  Faulty underground repairs  Hidden plumbing modifications discovered during excavation These stories demonstrate why leak detection often feels more like detective work than pool service. Field Tips and TricksThe hosts share practical technician tips, including: Bucket testing procedures  Using plasticine and Blu Tack for temporary line isolation  Why proper expansion plugs matter  Temporary repair products that actually work  The dangers of underground rubber couplers  Repair materials for emergency situations These small tricks can save technicians hours of frustration in the field. Key TakeawaySuccessful leak detection is built on a systematic process of elimination. Start with the obvious, verify assumptions, test methodically, and know your limitations. Whether you're using a simple dye syringe or advanced acoustic equipment, the goal remains the same: gather evidence, eliminate possibilities, and follow the facts until the leak reveals itself. Connect With Talking PoolsHave a topic suggestion or a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Support the showThank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media:FacebookInstagramTik TokEmail us: talkingpools@gmail.com

Frustration often feels justified when life doesn't go according to plan. Delays, unmet expectations, difficult people, and unexpected challenges can easily pull us out of peace and into resistance. But what if frustration isn't serving us? What if it's actually keeping us stuck?In this episode, we explore the hidden cost of frustration, why it can become a default response, and how to shift from control and resistance into trust, grace, and personal power. Discover how choosing peace in the midst of uncertainty can create more freedom, energy, and alignment in every area of life.If you're ready to stop reacting to circumstances and start responding from a place of grounded trust, this episode is for you.

June 11, 2026Trump began the day threatening to strike Iran and to take Kharg Island, Trump has not gotten congressional approval for continuing action in Iran, Fox News hosts are urging Trump to increase US military involvement in Iran, claiming a decisive win will be swift, Trump compares Iran to Venezuela, The US appears to be controlling Venezuela's oil exports, but there is no transparency around the arrangement and Democrats have sent a formal request for an audit, The mood at the White House is reported to be angry and Trump is pushing his demands for military funding, the passage of the SAVE America Act, and installation of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, Republicans joined Democrats to reject a measure to extend FISA, Then Trump pulled back, reversing the plan to strike Iran, and nominating Jay Clayton to be the next director of national intelligence.Watch today's recording here: https://www.youtube.com/live/g9TUa1Rwd6U?si=T8_KKcHQZElhpnZ-Get full, free access to Letters from an American here: https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/subscribeYou can also find me:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/hcrichardson.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathercoxrichardson/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/heathercoxrichardson/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@heathercoxrichardson Get full access to Letters from an American at heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/subscribe

Evan Ellis notes how public frustration with rising crime and President Petro's "total peace" plan has fueled the rise of hardline political candidates in Colombia. As the country grapples with internal conflict, many Colombians seek a "strong hand" to restore security, mirroring historical law-and-order movements seen in neighboring South Americannations. (15)1900 Bogota

ITL goes Around The NFL with the latest headlines from across the league, including Patrick Mahomes cashing in with another massive payday, the latest dark horse candidates in the MVP race, and other stories making waves around the NFL. The guys discuss which names stand out and whether anyone outside the usual suspects can challenge for the award this season. Then the focus shifts to the Houston Astros after another frustrating loss to the Los Angeles Angels. ITL debates whether manager Joe Espada deserves blame for the loss or if the problems run deeper than the decisions being made in the dugout. The hour wraps with What's Popping, featuring the biggest stories from sports and entertainment.

Do you find yourself stuck in the same cycle of frustration, reacting the same way every time you're triggered? In this episode of Healing Journeys Today, Dr. Kevin Chapman continues his powerful series, Mastering Frustration, showing you how to break free from emotional patterns that keep you living on repeat. Discover practical, biblical strategies to eliminate frustration at its root and experience lasting peace, growth, and freedom in your daily life.

Hour 2 opens with reaction to Knicks head coach Mike Brown being fined after his postgame comments criticizing the officiating following New York's Game 3 loss to the Spurs, with Joe arguing the coach needed to publicly defend his team after a frustrating night in which only Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby played at a high level. The conversation then shifts to the growing controversy surrounding Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby and his light punishment after gambling on games involving his own team, sparking debate about fairness, enforcement, and whether college football has lost control of its own rules. Joe questions whether Texas Tech should be feeling pressure from other programs and raises the possibility that the SEC and Big Ten could eventually break away into their own super league amid the chaos of the NIL era, even comparing the situation to insider trading. The hour wraps with Marlins talk, the Miami Hurricanes' strong alumni presence at their recent legends camp, and a broader discussion about the NCAA's declining authority, before closing out with Hollywood's Headlines.

In this Tuesday fitness-focused episode, Coach JK takes five fitness questions and topics from Threads and gives the longer answer behind the quick comment section response.Topics include:Bro split vs. full-body training...what results can I expect?Body recomposition happening, but the scale isn't moving.Recommended prompts to use AI for workouts and nutrition.Still not satisfied after reaching goal weight.Coaching classes with low attendance.-------Instagram: @coachJKmcleodEmail: JK@jkmcleod.com

This week, we're scratching The Itch for a class reunion! The Itch's Favorite Punk Band™ Winona Fighter is about to head out on the idobi Radio Summer School tour with Honey Revenge, South Arcade, Games We Play, and Chase Petra. And just in time to hit the road, they dropped a new single, "Bombs Away," their first new music since both versions of last year's Itch Album of the Year My Apologies to the Chef. Lead lady Coco Kinnon joins the three-timer's club to talk about the tour, the single, and how they proved to themselves what they're capable of with their wild, life-changing 2025. Plus, we discuss the band's return to Warped Tour, their desire to speak to political frustration across ideologies, their new PG and not-so-PG t-shirts, and how a date night can lead to an acoustic reimagining of an entire album. As always with Winona F'n Fighter, this one's a good time. Enjoy. Listen to The Itch Rock Radio Show Rock with us every Sunday night from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM in St. Louis. Outside the area? Stream online at 891thewood.com, TuneIn, Radio.net, and OnlineRadioBox! Connect With The Itch For any and all friendship, questions, inquiries, and offers of pizza, The Itch can be found at the following: Website: itchrocks.com Facebook: Facebook.com/itchrocks Instagram: Instagram.com/itchrocks Email: itchrocks@gmail.com Support the Show Thank you so much for listening. If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave a positive review and rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Podchaser to help our audience grow. Reviews only take a minute and help us reach more rock fans just like you. Credits Our theme song, "Corrupted", is used with permission from the amazing Skindred. All other content is copyright of The Itch. All rights reserved, including the right to rock on.

Mike and Rico spent the final hour reacting to a Texas judge ruling that Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby can return to school for one more year. They were then joined by Wojo to put a bow on today's show.

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened up the phone lines to frustrated Cubs fans.

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 4037: Sabrina shares why resisting change often creates more suffering than the change itself, offering practical ways to move forward with resilience and self-compassion. From letting go of unhelpful venting to focusing on small daily progress, these insights can help you feel calmer, more grounded, and better prepared for life's inevitable transitions. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://buddingoptimist.com/embracing-change/ Quotes to ponder: “Venting is about expressing negative emotions, not solving problems.” “Where are our eyes? They're not on the side or the back of our heads. They're set at the front facing forward. Why? To remind us to look ahead.” “Every step forward, no matter how tiny it seems, deserves a pat on the back.” Episode references: European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology: https://www.tandfonline.com/journals/pewo20 Stumbling on Happiness: https://www.amazon.com/Stumbling-Happiness-Daniel-Gilbert/dp/1400077427 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey friends, Chase here Austin Kleon is back on the show, and this conversation is exactly the kind of reminder every creative person needs. You probably know Austin from Steal Like an Artist, Show Your Work!, and Keep Going, the books that have helped millions of people rethink creativity, sharing, influence, originality, and what it actually means to make things in public. But Austin's new book, Don't Call It Art: 10 Ways to Create Like a Kid Again, goes somewhere even more fundamental. It asks a question that feels especially urgent for creators, entrepreneurs, artists, writers, photographers, parents, and anyone trying to make meaningful work in a world that wants to turn everything into content: What if the way back to your best creative work is not becoming more serious, but becoming more playful? That question matters because most of us have made creativity too heavy. We have wrapped it in identity, pressure, productivity, platforms, metrics, perfectionism, and the fear of being judged. We get stuck asking whether we are real artists, serious writers, successful creators, or legitimate professionals. We worry about the noun before we do the verb. Austin's message is simpler, deeper, and more freeing: "Don't call it art. Don't worry about being an artist. Forget the nouns. Do the verbs. Just make stuff." That idea is the center of this episode. We talk about what kids can teach us about creativity, why play is not frivolous, how to build the conditions for your best work, why attention is your most valuable resource, and why some of the most important ideas in your life might come from goofing off. This conversation is about loosening the grip. It is about getting back to the part of you that makes before it judges, explores before it explains, and follows the energy before it knows exactly where the work is going. Why This Conversation Matters Right Now We are living in a strange moment for creative people. On one hand, there has never been more opportunity. An individual with a laptop, a camera, a newsletter, a sketchbook, a phone, a point of view, or a weird little idea can reach people directly. That is extraordinary. But it also comes with a cost. The pressure to turn every interest into a brand, every hobby into content, every project into a product, and every creative impulse into a strategy has never been stronger. We are constantly being asked to define ourselves: What do you do? What is your niche? What is your platform? What are you building? How are you monetizing it? What is the plan? Those questions can be useful at the right time. But when they show up too early, they can suffocate the very thing they are trying to organize. Austin's work reminds us that creativity begins before identity. Before "artist." Before "writer." Before "photographer." Before "entrepreneur." Before "content creator." Before the nouns, there are verbs. Drawing. Writing. Walking. Noticing. Building. Playing. Collecting. Tinkering. Making. Sharing. Kids understand this instinctively. They do not sit down and ask whether what they are making fits the market. They do not wonder whether they are allowed to call themselves artists. They do not freeze because the thing in front of them might not be good enough. They simply begin. And in that beginning, there is a kind of wisdom most adults have forgotten. What We Explore in This Episode Why kids can be some of the best creativity teachers because they make before they judge, label, or perform. How to reconnect with the feeling you wanted as a kid, not necessarily the exact childhood you had. Why play is not the opposite of serious work, but a form of creative research and development. How to create the conditions for creativity through time, space, materials, and permission. Why tools should feel more like toys if you want to stay curious and experimental. How phones fracture attention and why protecting the edges of your day can change the texture of your life. Why hobbies matter and how bikes, music, golf, drawing, and other forms of play can return us to ourselves. Why "don't call it art" can be liberating for anyone who feels trapped by labels or legitimacy. How to use jealousy, disgust, and frustration as creative information instead of letting them turn into bitterness. Why people pay attention when someone truly believes in what they are doing. The Core Idea: Forget the Nouns. Do the Verbs. The fastest way to get unstuck is often to stop asking what you are and start paying attention to what you do. That sounds simple, but it is one of the biggest traps in creative work. We get obsessed with identity. Am I an artist? Am I a real writer? Am I a serious photographer? Am I a professional? Am I successful enough to call myself this thing? Am I allowed? That kind of thinking can freeze you before you even start. Kids do not have that problem. They are not trying to become "artists." They are drawing. They are building. They are making noise. They are inventing stories. They are throwing materials around and seeing what happens. Austin's point is not that craft does not matter. It is not that ambition does not matter. It is not that we should abandon discipline. It is that the living center of creativity is action. The verb comes first. Make the thing. Move the pencil. Open the notebook. Pick up the guitar. Ride the bike. Take the walk. Make the zine. Shoot the photo. Write the sentence. Start the weird little project that begins with, "Wouldn't it be funny if…" That is where the energy is. Play Is Creative R&D One of the big tensions in this conversation is the voice many of us carry around that says play is not practical. That voice says: You have responsibilities. You need to make money. You need to be serious. You need to have a plan. You need to stop messing around. Austin's response is that play is not the opposite of serious work. Play is often what makes serious work possible. He talks about play as research and development. Any healthy company needs R&D. It needs space to explore, test, wander, fail, and discover things that cannot be found through pure efficiency. The same is true for a creative life. A lot of us start in explore mode. We are curious. We are trying things. We are learning. We are following our taste. We are discovering our voice. Then, if something works, we shift into exploit mode. We repeat the thing. We build a career around it. We systematize it. We professionalize it. We optimize it. That can be useful. But if you stay there forever, you eventually run out of juice. You need space to explore again. That is what play gives you. It returns you to the part of the process where you are not just producing, but discovering. And in creative work, discovery is everything. Create the Conditions, Then Get Out of the Way One of my favorite parts of this conversation is Austin's simple equation: Play = time + space + materials. That may sound almost too simple, but it is profound. When I look back at the most creative seasons of my life, the pattern is obvious. I had uninterrupted time. I had a place to go. I had the right materials around me. I had enough structure to begin and enough freedom to be surprised. That is what we often give kids when we want them to create. We give them a table, some paper, some markers, a chunk of time, and permission to make a mess. Then we grow up and deny ourselves the same basic conditions. We say we are blocked, stuck, confused, or uninspired, but often we have not created an environment where anything could actually emerge. No time. No space. No materials. No quiet. No room to tinker. The lesson is not complicated, but it is easy to forget: Set the conditions. Allow the work to happen. Get out of the way. That is not laziness. That is not indulgence. That is how the good stuff gets a chance to show up. The Best Ideas Often Come From Goofing Off I have said this before, and I mean it: so many of the best ideas in my life have come from goofing off. Not from trying to optimize. Not from grinding. Not from forcing. Not from staring at a blank screen and demanding genius. They came when I was tinkering. Playing. Walking. Talking with friends. Making something that had no obvious point. Trying something because it felt fun, strange, or impossible to explain. Austin and I talk about this because it is one of the hardest things for ambitious people to accept. We want the path to be linear. We want effort to equal outcome. We want the best ideas to come from the most serious hours. But creativity often does not work that way. The mind needs room. The body needs movement. The soul needs a little nonsense. Goofing off is not always avoidance. Sometimes it is how the deeper intelligence gets a chance to speak. Tools Should Be Toys Austin says something in this episode that every creator should sit with: Tools should be toys. That does not mean your tools are unimportant. It means the best tools invite you into a state of play. They make you want to touch them, try them, misuse them, combine them, push them, and see what happens. A sketchbook can be a toy. A camera can be a toy. A guitar pedal can be a toy. A bicycle can be a toy. A cheap notebook, a box of crayons, a microphone, a drum machine, a kitchen table, a phone in airplane mode, a pile of index cards — all of it can become part of the creative playground. The danger is when tools become only professional instruments. When every object in your creative life carries the pressure of output, performance, monetization, or proof, it becomes harder to begin. A toy invites curiosity. And curiosity is one of the most reliable doors back into making. Attention Is the Beginning of Everything Another major theme in this episode is attention. Austin shares a simple practice: start and end the day without your phone. Not as a moral performance. Not as some extreme digital detox. Just as a way to protect the edges of the day from people and companies that do not care about you, but desperately want your attention. That hit me hard. Because attention is not just another resource. In many ways, it is the resource. What you give your attention to shapes your thoughts, your desires, your mood, your relationships, your sense of possibility, and your work. If the first thing you do every morning is hand your mind to the internet, you are letting someone else set the tone for your day. Austin's practice is simple. Coffee. Breakfast. Journal. Kids. Life. Then the phone. At night, the phone charges in the kitchen. Small boundary. Huge impact. Creativity requires attention. And attention has to be protected. Return to Who You Were Before All This There is a beautiful thread in this conversation about returning to the things that made you feel alive before life got complicated. For Austin, that includes riding a bike and playing in a band. For me, golf has become one of those things. Not because it is productive in the traditional sense, but because it gets me outside, off my phone, walking with friends, and fully present for hours. That matters. A lot of people feel lost because they are trying to think their way back into aliveness. But sometimes the way back is physical. Pick up the instrument. Ride the bike. Throw the baseball. Walk the dog. Draw badly. Make noise. Get outside. Do the thing you used to love before you thought it had to mean something. Austin brings up the question: Who were you before all this? Before the career. Before the metrics. Before the audience. Before the obligations. Before the identity got heavy. There may be clues there. Not because you need to go backward, but because some part of you may have been waiting to be invited forward again. Don't Call It Art The title of Austin's book is not a dismissal of art. It is a liberation from the weight we put on the word. For a lot of people, "art" has become intimidating. Sacred. Serious. Something that belongs to museums, geniuses, experts, critics, galleries, and people who have permission. But making is older and deeper than all of that. Kids understand this. They do not call it art. They just do things. And when we stop obsessing over whether something is art, we create more room to actually make. We get less precious. Less frozen. Less performative. Less worried about the label and more connected to the act. That is the invitation: Don't call it art. Don't worry about being an artist. Forget the nouns. Do the verbs. Just make stuff. It sounds almost too simple. That is why it works. Use What Bothers You Austin also offers a surprising creative tactic: pay attention to what you hate. Not publicly. Not performatively. Not as a way to become bitter or cynical. But privately, as information. Disgust can point toward values. Frustration can reveal desire. Jealousy can show you something you want. The things that bother you can become clues, if you are willing to ask what the opposite would look like. Instead of turning your irritation into a rant, turn it into a project. What would you rather see in the world? What is the opposite of the thing you cannot stand? What would it look like to make that? That shift is powerful because it transforms complaint into creation. It turns "I hate this" into "What if we made something different?" People Pay Attention to Belief Near the end of the conversation, Austin shares a line from Kim Gordon that I love: "People will pay to watch other people believe in themselves." That is true in art. It is true in music. It is true in entrepreneurship. It is true in leadership. It is true in life. We are drawn to people who are alive in what they are doing. Not perfect. Not polished beyond recognition. Not optimized into sameness. Alive. When someone believes in what they are making, that belief travels. This does not mean you will always feel confident. It does not mean you will never doubt yourself. It does not mean every idea will work. It means you keep returning to the work. You keep paying attention to what matters to you. You keep making the thing only you can make in the way only you can make it. That is where the signal comes from. About Austin Kleon Austin Kleon is the New York Times bestselling author of a series of illustrated books about creativity in the digital age: Steal Like An Artist, Show Your Work!, Keep Going, and Don't Call It Art. He is also the author of Newspaper Blackout, a collection of poems made by redacting the newspaper with a permanent marker. His books have sold over two million copies and have been translated into more than 30 languages. Austin's work has been featured on NPR's Morning Edition, PBS Newshour, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. New York Magazine called his work "brilliant," The Atlantic called him "positively one of the most interesting people on the Internet," and The New Yorker said his poems "resurrect the newspaper when everybody else is declaring it dead." He has spoken for organizations including Pixar, Google, Netflix, SXSW, TEDx, Dropbox, Adobe, and The Economist. In previous lives, he worked as a librarian, a web designer, and an advertising copywriter. He lives in Austin, Texas, with his wife and sons. Follow Austin Kleon Website Don't Call It Art Newsletter Instagram X YouTube Timecodes 04:24 – Austin returns to the show and talks about the new book 06:17 – How Austin's kids became his best creativity teachers 07:04 – What it means to take care of a creative person 10:43 – The childhood question that reveals what makes time disappear 18:34 – Why play is creative research and development 21:43 – Finding what you were not looking for 23:06 – How a fixed vision can blind you to what is actually in front of you 28:13 – Chase reflects on creating the right conditions for creative work 31:37 – Austin's equation: play equals time plus space plus materials 32:48 – Why tools should feel more like toys 35:25 – Reconnecting with the activities that made you feel alive as a kid 38:53 – Who were you before all this? 43:08 – Protecting attention from companies that want to take it 44:17 – Starting and ending the day without your phone 47:08 – Why friendship, hobbies, and shared activities matter 57:17 – Where the title Don't Call It Art came from 58:32 – Forget the nouns, do the verbs, just make stuff 01:00:01 – Why "wouldn't it be funny if…" is a clue worth following 01:03:15 – Finding your creative family tree 01:06:36 – How to use frustration and disgust as creative information 01:08:31 – Why people pay attention when you believe in what you are doing 01:09:44 – Austin's newsletter, book tour, and where to find his work Questions to Ask Yourself If you want to turn this episode into action, take a few minutes with these questions: What did I do as a kid that made hours pass like minutes? Where am I making creativity heavier than it needs to be? What noun am I clinging to that might be keeping me from doing the verb? What conditions do I need in order to make more freely? Do I have time, space, and materials available on a regular basis? What tool in my life could become more like a toy? Where is my attention being stolen before I have a chance to choose? What hobby, activity, or form of play would help me return to myself? What bothers me enough that it might contain a creative clue? What would I make this week if I stopped worrying whether it counted as art? A Simple Practice for Making Like a Kid Again Here's something practical you can do this week. Set aside one uninterrupted hour. No phone. No audience. No outcome. No need to make something good. Choose a space. Put a few materials in front of you. Paper and markers. A camera. A guitar. A notebook. Clay. Index cards. A laptop with the internet off. Whatever feels inviting. Then begin with this prompt: Wouldn't it be funny if… Follow whatever comes next. Do not evaluate it too early. Do not ask what it is for. Do not decide whether it is art. Do not turn it into a brand, a strategy, or a pitch deck. Just make stuff. Then notice how you feel. Notice what surprised you. Notice whether something small wants to keep going. That is enough. Final Thought The longer I do this work, the more I believe that creativity is not something we need to earn. It is something we need to return to. It was there before the labels. Before the pressure. Before the metrics. Before the platforms. Before the fear of being judged. Before we learned to ask whether we were allowed. Austin's invitation in this conversation is simple, generous, and quietly radical: Stop making creativity so precious that you cannot touch it. Give yourself time. Give yourself space. Give yourself materials. Protect your attention. Find your friends. Pick up the toy. Follow the weird little idea. Let yourself begin before you know what it means. Until next time: forget the nouns, do the verbs, and just make stuff.

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