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What if sending one Instagram DM could completely change the trajectory of your life and business? In this episode, Braxton Kilgo, Founder & CEO of I Believe In You (IBIY), shares his incredible journey from a small town in Texas with just 200 people to building a global movement that's touched lives in over 20 countries and 100+ cities. After a career-ending football injury forced him to reimagine his future, Braxton discovered his true calling when a middle school principal's phone call led him to create stickers that said "I believe in you" - sparking a ripple effect of kindness he couldn't ignore. From frantically rewriting a speech 24 hours before delivery to receiving stories about lives saved, Braxton reveals how one bold DM to a stranger in Scottsdale introduced him to his business partners Joey and Dylan, who brought him into a world of entrepreneurs that transformed everything. Through the power of "big belief leading to big action," Braxton built IBIY - a tech-enabled bracelet movement where small acts of kindness create measurable waves of impact, with partnerships including Tony Robbins' Mastermind.com and Recovery Unplugged that happened before they even officially launched their B2B offering. Braxton shares why "show up to serve, not sell" will 10x everything you're doing, how being kind and asking "how can I help you?" creates an army of people ready to connect you with anything you need, and why the person giving the bracelet might experience something even more powerful than the person receiving it.   [00:05:19] What Braxton Does: Building a Kindness Movement with Technology Founded I Believe In You (IBIY) - a movement centered on one core belief: small acts of kindness can make big waves of impact Flagship product: Bracelets with "I believe in you" message that you wear with the intention to give away Each bracelet contains an NFC chip synced with mobile app - tap your phone to see personalized video/photo messages and track the bracelet's journey Track every city, country, and person impacted - watch your ripple effect spread around the world even after you give it away Mission: Create an army of "wave makers" to make impact as individuals and businesses [00:07:40] The Origin Story: From Football Dreams to Purpose Grew up in May, Texas - a town of 200 people where his whole family lived on one farm Thought his only path out was playing in the NFL Got to college on a football scholarship but struggled with injuries, limping off the field every day after practice Strength coach Coach Ramey pulled him aside: "I think you were made for something bigger than this, and I think you also want to be able to run around in the yard with your kids one day" Eventually dropped out, went back to the farm and oil field, returned to school and started a clothing company called Vision about defining your version of success [00:10:41] The Pivotal Moment: A Principal's Phone Call That Changed Everything Got invited to speak at a middle school (about 10 schools in, wasn't very good yet) Principal called 24 hours before: "I wanted to remind you what some of the kids are going through at home and at school so you really know who you're talking to" Spent 10 minutes breaking Braxton's heart with stories Braxton told his brother: "I wrote the wrong speech. I'm not qualified" [00:12:37] The Unexpected Impact: When Kindness Goes Viral Principal called days later: Kids were being nicer to each other in hallways and to staff Parents called thanking them for the speaker because of conversations kids started at home Local businesses called asking "what are these ugly ass stickers these kids are sticking on everything?" At 19 years old, shipped bracelets to 16 different countries, appeared on TV channels and podcasts [00:15:01] The Long Journey: From 19 to 30 and Back Again Realized he didn't know any entrepreneurs - "the only person I knew that was maybe a business person was the guy who had more cows next door" Put IBIY on pause to learn how to be a business person and build the technology Built another company (Hours Global - business consulting) that he used to fund IBIY Worked with 1,000+ clients in sales, branding, and high-level partnerships over the decade Now ready to launch IBIY to the world at age 30 (turns 30 next week) [00:18:29] The Million Dollar Question: A Life-Changing Introduction Who Changed Everything: Joey and Dylan (his business partners) [00:19:25] Pivotal People: Joey and Dylan - The Instagram DM That Changed Everything Was planning to move to Fort Lauderdale with his best friend/brother Two friends convinced them to move to Scottsdale instead - "at least come for a little while" On the drive to Scottsdale in a U-Haul, looked for people doing cool stuff on Instagram Never had true friends who were also entrepreneurs before meeting Joey and Dylan They introduced him to Devon who runs Arizona Entrepreneurs, which is where he met Nico [00:21:18] The Scottsdale Effect: From 10 Months to 5 Years Original plan: Stay in Scottsdale for 10-12 months then leave Reality: Stayed for 5 years and was the last one there after all his friends moved Joey and Dylan are now his business partners in IBIY They're the reason he brought IBIY back when he did [00:23:20] The Arizona Entrepreneurs Connection: Opening Doors Everywhere Joey and Dylan introduced him to the Arizona Entrepreneurs community Became the official marketing partner of the entire Arizona Entrepreneur group His first investor for IBIY came from one of those stages Got to sit on stages with "some of the top entrepreneurs in the world" even though they'd done "astronomically more" than him" [00:31:42] The Three Pillars of IBIY Direct-to-Consumer: Bracelets sold online to anyone in the world; each collection gives back to a charity Culture Shift Tour: Speaking at hundreds of schools around the country every year (led by partner Jared), recreating the original sticker moment with real bracelets B2B Partnerships: Custom co-branded bracelets for nonprofits, churches, retreats, conferences, and businesses with custom messaging and packaging [00:32:40] The Partnership Program: Impact You Can Track Organizations get completely co-branded bracelets and packaging Can leave a custom message on the front of all bracelets (video from founder/leader appears first time it's tapped) Working with major companies BEFORE officially launching: Recovery Unplugged, Mastermind.com (Tony Robbins and Dean Graziosi), Dick's Sporting Goods meeting scheduled, ClickFunnels reached out All from texting friends and reaching out through personal relationships - no marketing yet [00:38:59] Braxton's Advice: Big Belief, Big Action, Big Results "You have to believe you are before you are and you have to believe like absurdly" "Big belief leads to big action, which is the only way to get those big results" "Little belief leads to little action, which then basically just has you re-solidify in your mind that you couldn't do it" "If you want the magic, you gotta take some risks. There's no risk, there's no magic" [00:41:00] The Giver's Gift "It's really awesome for the people that receive the bracelet, but I think it might still be more powerful to the person that gives it away"   KEY QUOTES "Small acts of kindness can make big waves of impact." - Braxton Kilgo "You have to believe you are before you are and you have to believe like absurdly. Big belief leads to big action, which is the only way to get those big results." - Braxton Kilgo "If you show up to serve, not sell, it will 10x everything that you're doing." - Braxton Kilgo "If you want the magic, you gotta take some risks. There's no risk, there's no magic." - Braxton Kilgo CONNECT WITH BRAXTON KILGO

Every leader has faced it. A team member is new, overwhelmed, or underperforming—and you don't know what else to do. Motivation wears off fast. What they need isn't more hype. What they need is structure. In this episode of Recruiting Conversations, I walk through how to build a Perfect Day and Perfect Week rhythm for any new or struggling team member. You'll learn how to introduce it with leadership, not control, and how to coach the system in a way that actually creates change. Episode Breakdown [00:00] Introduction – The question: How do I build a Perfect Week or Perfect Day for someone who's stuck or overwhelmed? [01:00] Why This Tool Works – People don't rise to their goals. They fall to their systems. [02:00] How to Introduce It – Don't hand them a calendar. Coach the mindset first. Make it about support, not control. [03:00] The Three Foundational Blocks Prospecting (daily, preferably in the morning) Pipeline management (afternoons, not first thing) Personal development (30 minutes daily) [04:00] Example Structure of a Perfect Day 8:00 AM: Personal growth 8:30 AM: Prospecting 10:00 AM: Follow-ups and admin 1:00 PM: Pipeline work 2:30 PM: Appointments or partner outreach [06:00] Example Weekly Themes Monday: Follow-ups and weekly planning Tuesday: Realtor outreach Wednesday: Partner engagement Thursday: Prospecting blitz Friday: Content, wins, weekly recap [07:00] Coaching With the Plan – Review it weekly. Adjust based on real feedback. Turn structure into accountability. [08:00] Track Inputs, Not Just Outcomes – Calls made, follow-ups completed, scripts practiced. Focus on what they control. [09:00] When They Resist Structure – Don't push the plan. Coach the vision. Ask questions that lead to buy-in. [10:00] Final Challenge – Choose one team member. Schedule a coaching session this week. Build their rhythm together. Key Takeaways Clarity Creates Confidence – A simple structure helps overwhelmed team memberss feel in control again. Three Blocks Drive Growth – Prospecting, pipeline, and personal development are non-negotiables. Don't Just Hand Them the Plan – Introduce the rhythm with belief and co-creation. Focus on Inputs Over Outcomes – Great coaching comes from leading effort, not just results. Structure Is the Gift – It's not control. It's belief turned into a daily rhythm. You don't need to motivate your people harder. You need to equip them better. When you help someone build the right rhythm, you give them a path back to momentum. Want help designing coaching tools like the Perfect Week or implementing a system that scales across your team? Subscribe to my weekly email at 4crecruiting.com or book a strategy session at bookrichardnow.com. Let's build a culture of clarity that wins.

Feeling angry or burnt out in your motherhood journey? You're not alone, Mama. In this episode, we explore how to find real, lasting joy in serving the Lord by loving and serving our families. From shifting our perspective to resting in God's strength, we'll explore practical, faith-filled ways to trade exhaustion for His peace.Key Points:The Struggle is Real: Motherhood is hard, but God meets us in the mess (Psalm 127:3, John 16:33).Reframe Your Work: Every act of love for your family is worship to God (Colossians 3:23).Pause for Strength: Take small moments to breathe in God's truth (Isaiah 40:31).Joy is a Gift: It's a fruit of the Spirit, grown as we abide in Him (Galatians 5:22-23).Scriptures Referenced (ESV):Psalm 127:3 – “Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.”John 16:33 – “In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”Colossians 3:23 – “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.”Isaiah 40:31 – “But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength…”Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace…”Takeaways:Turn your daily tasks into acts of worship to the Lord as you love and serve the Lord through loving and serving your family.You don't have to fix your feelings alone—run to God and let His joy be your strength right in the middle of the fire.Natalie invites you to listen in and stay for this journey.Please like, subscribe, rate, review, and share so we can help other mamas who are feeling stuck in their anger and burnout get unstuck and find JOY in their motherhood journey!Tools:Take your first steps to overcome destructive anger so you can be the fun, present and joyful wife and mom you want to be!Download the Trigger Tracker today!Resources & Books Natalie Recommends!Links:EP 13: Do I Really Have Jesus in My Heart if I Can't Control My Anger?EP 7: Help! I'm Angry Now: Calm Mom Anger in the MomentWork with NatalieSponsor:Plan to Eat - click here for your FREE trial and 20% off your first annual subscription!Questions, thoughts, feedback? Send me a text!Connect with Natalie: Natalie's Website: nataliehixson.comInstagram: instagram.com/angrymamacoachPinterest: pinterest.com/nataliehixsonYouTube: @angrymamacoachAcknowledgements: Producer and editor: Skye Hixson Music: Simon Reid www.simonreidmusic.com

Summary: This week's guest is Rebekah Saltzman who is the founder of Balagan Be Gone. Balagan Be Gone helps women live their best life by curating a collection of their best stuff. In this week's episode, Rebekah and Jodi address why it is so important to declutter your life, how to handle both children and husband decluttering, and Rebekah's 36 decluttering challenge. About Our Guest: Rebekah holds a degree in fashion design from Parsons School of Design, and for many years worked as a graphic designer. Rebekah's passion for the environment and helping people improve their lives drove her to change careers and create Balagan Be Gone.  A native of Silver Spring, Maryland, Rebekah lives with her husband and three children in Israel.Show Notes:5:24 Why is it so Important to Declutter?More possessions, more worry. If you have too much stuff, you end up working for your stuff instead of your stuff working for you.8:10 How Do You Balance Getting Rid of Stuff and Depriving our Children of Things They May Want?I don't think your kids necessarily notice how much they have or don't have. I'm not saying necessarily get rid of all your toys. I'm saying think about how many you actually need to have.12:14 How to Declutter Kid's Artwork, Pictures, and Workbooks.I definitely talk about this in my new book coming out...what I always used to do with my kids was I gave them each a drawer, and at the end of each day, that's where they would put their artwork. And I would take a picture of them holding their artwork for the week.16:15 Practical Tips on How to Get Rid of Stuff. It's gonna take time for you to feel comfortable having less, so you don't have to do it all at once. You can go slow. But pick a reasonable number, and start to weed out the things that don't serve you anymore. 20:07 What Do you Recommend in Terms of Husbands? Don't throw out other people's stuff. Gently prompt them to go through their stuff later on. But you got to be patient with them.22:05 Rebekah  36 Day ChallengeWhat I designed was this 36 Passover challenge that actually ends the Sunday before Passover. I go through the whole house with you in 15 to 30 minute daily challenges that go straight to your inbox, they're designed to be short and get you started on the decluttering train. 27:42 “Organize Jewish Life” and Rebekah PlannerI wrote it when my mom passed away in 2020. Because even though I had prepared myself by reading about how to sit Shiva when I actually needed to sit Shiva, I didn't know how to do it. …and as I was writing the checklist out, I'm like, Whoa, I need to make this into like everything Jewish.  So I decided to make it all into one large book called organized Jewish life. Connect with Rebekah Saltzman:Email: Rebekah@balaganbegone.com Instagram: @balaganbegone WebsiteRebekah's Gift: It's All About Time Management” Course for ONLY $36 with promo code MAMA. Sign up here for a free consult call: https://www.facebook.com/BalaganBeGone/ Painless Pesach ChallengeOrganize Jewish Life PlannerEmail Jodi at: jodi@loveadventuremom.comCredits:Host: Jodi FriedGuest: Rebekah SaltzmanEditor: Autumn Michels & Max Suib

A Study on the Book of Romans - a Treatise of the Gospel The Gospel of God “good news” - God will forgive sins, and deliver from the power of sin, and also the penalty of sin (death) and will give you the GIFT OF RIGHTEOUSNESS on the basis of GRACE and through FAITH when you believe in JESUS CHRIST His son who died for your sins on the cross and rose again to give you eternal life. He wrote this Epistle to the Romans … as a LEGAL TREATISE of the DOCTRINE OF THE GOSPEL There is only ONE GOD (Ch 3:30) … God of the Jews and the God of the Gentiles All Humanity (the whole world) is GUILTY - Ch 3:19 / 23 The wages of sin is death (Ch 6:23) There is no respect of persons with God - (Ch 2:11) Salvation is offered by GRACE alone through FAITH alone (Ch 3:28) When a person believes GOD his FAITH is counted for RIGHTEOUSNESS (Ch 4:5) We are HELPLESS , ungodly ….BUT when we were in this condition CHRIST DIED FOR US , sinners , ungodly …. He took our place (Substitution) Ch 5:6-8 “ RIGHTEOUSNESS THAT COMES FROM GOD” 1. Is UNDERSERVED …it's a GIFT / It's a GARMENT that covers us 2. Is UNMERITED by LAW KEEPING …my good works 3. It is IMPOSSIBLE for us to be RIGHT with God through anything we can do. Major themes / DOCTRINAL TEACHING in the Book of Romans - Universal Depravity - the corruption of all humanity - The Religious Jew / The non religious Gentile / the Enlightened / the Heathen - unreached - Wrath of God against sin / the amazing Righteousness of God / His offer of SALVATION - The great truth of Justification by Faith alone and through Grace alone / apart from works - The work of Redemption / Substitutionary Atonement in Christ - Security of our Salvation - IN CHRIST vs IN ADAM - Sanctification - God's Will for All Believers - Work of the Holy Spirit - Adoption to sonship / that we can become the children of God - Sovereign Election / A Great Future for Israel - Spiritual Gifts and opportunity to serve in the Body - Practical Christianity - Christian Liberty - issues of conscience Outline Chapters 1-8 Doctrinal Chapters 9-11 Dispensational Chapters 12-16 - Practical Summary of Romans in 3 words - Ruin, Redemption & Responsibility - Our Ruin is presented - no further evidence is needed / an honest assessment of our hearts - Our Redemption - work of the cross (3:24Our Responsibility- to BELIVE GOD -“ Abraham believed God (4:3)/ Justifies all who believe Corrupt Man - Romans Ch 1 Inexcusable Man - Romans Ch 2 Guilty Man - Romans Ch 3 Forgiven Man Romans Ch 4 Justified Man Romans Ch 5 Sanctified Man -Romans Ch 6 Wretched Man - Romans Ch 7 Liberated Man - Romans Ch 8 Devoted Man - Romans Ch 12 ROMANS 1 V 16 -18 “ Romans Ch 1 I. The Power of the Gospel - the GOSPEL carries the OMNIPOTENT POWER OF GOD - Dynamite - CONVICTS of SIN, it pierces the hearts and conscience of sinners - The Gospel is a SWORD / MIRROR - It's the RIGHTEOUSNESS of GOD / the UNRIGHTEOUSNESS of man - It brings REPENTANCE and FAITH to the soul of every believer - It's GIVE LIFE and NEW BIRTH to all who believe it II The PERIL of those who Suppress the Truth - they worship the creature rather than the CREATOR - they are corrupt in their thinking / full of PRIDE - given up to the lust of their own hearts (immortality & dishonour) - addicted to sin, and on a road that leads to destruction - The end of this road is eternal death The Gospel changes lives… Example: Saul of Tarsus - religious Jew / Pharisee / blasphemer / hater of Christians / murderer - rebellious and running from God …. THEN he met the LIVING RISEN JESUS

Lindsay McCann is the Director of Customer Loyalty and Marketing at New Seasons Market, a Portland-based grocer with 19 stores across the Pacific Northwest, with more stores opening soon.Loyalty360 CEO Mark Johnson spoke with McCann about New Season's latest loyalty enhancement, Gift It!, and their efforts to engage with their community and customers in sustainable and eco-friendly ways. 

What We Cover In This Episode: Navigating the gifting options in fitDEGREE during the holiday season, for both admins and clients alike [1:48] How using the code generating options will create freedom for how with you present the gift [4:31] A look at digital gift cards and how clients can purchase them from the platform [4:52] Some pitfalls to watch for when using digital gift cards [5:53] Ways to receive and redeem the digital gift card [7:21] The process for using the “Gift It” button with your store [10:46] How gifting from inside a class, an event, or from a series is so much more than just sending your customers a random gift [15:41] What to do if one of the gifting options doesn't work for you [19:01] Quotes: “Some people like to use business cards, some people like to use paper, and other people get creative in other ways using that generate code button.” [4:36] “You really want to stress to your clients that if they are doing a digital gift card, this is an immediate delivery system.” [6:09] “When we are talking about a digital gift card, it is convenient and [clients] can do it at any time and from anywhere, but it sends immediately.” [9:57] “When gifting from inside a class, an event, or from a series, you're not just sending them a random gift, but you're asking them if they want to come with you.” [15:41] “Take a step back and really look at your business model if you don't want to allow people to send those gifts via the app for the Holiday Season, or ever. That is a setting when you go on your admin.” [19:11] Links & Resources Mentioned: support@fitdegree.com 

Listen to Power Your Life Radio when host, Jo Anne White and guest Shajen Joy Aziz  uncover how to live your gifts! Shajen Joy Aziz, M.Ed., M.A., is an award-winning international best-selling author, filmmaker and educator. She mentors businesses and professionals, emerging platforms, life-coaches, and those seeking personal growth. Her programs include workshops, seminars and webinars, intimate retreats and a holistic Life-Coaching certification course based on her award-winning book and film Discover the Gift. Shajen’s groundwork in the field of education and mental health has paved the way for her to become a leader within the transformational and peace-building communities. Her book, Discover the Gift – It’s Why We’re Here, is published in 24 countries and 14 languages and her film, based on the book, is in 5 languages and ten countries. Shajen is also a contributing author in the upcoming books: Essential Wisdom-Timeless Roadmaps of Self-Discovery, Self-Actualization and Soul Purpose, as well as the fun and smart, Sexy, Fit & Fab Moms. A leading expert in self-actualization and personal development, she has shared the speaking stage with other influential New Thought Leaders and colleagues. Shajen has also been a guest faculty member of The Shift Network and has been featured alongside Deepak Chopra, Marianne Williamson, Desmond Tutu, Barbara Marx Hubbard, and Eckhart Tolle, to name a few.

Listen to Power Your Life Radio when host, Jo Anne White and guest Shajen Joy Aziz uncover how to live your gifts! Shajen Joy Aziz, M.Ed., M.A., is an award-winning international best-selling author, filmmaker and educator. She mentors businesses and professionals, emerging platforms, life-coaches, and those seeking personal growth. Her programs include workshops, seminars and webinars, intimate retreats and a holistic Life-Coaching certification course based on her award-winning book and film Discover the Gift. Shajen’s groundwork in the field of education and mental health has paved the way for her to become a leader within the transformational and peace-building communities. Her book, Discover the Gift – It’s Why We’re Here, is published in 24 countries and 14 languages and her film, based on the book, is in 5 languages and ten countries. Shajen is also a contributing author in the upcoming books: Essential Wisdom-Timeless Roadmaps of Self-Discovery, Self-Actualization and Soul Purpose, as well as the fun and smart, Sexy, Fit & Fab Moms. A leading expert in self-actualization and personal development, she has shared the speaking stage with other influential New Thought Leaders and colleagues. Shajen has also been a guest faculty member of The Shift Network and has been featured alongside Deepak Chopra, Marianne Williamson, Desmond Tutu, Barbara Marx Hubbard, and Eckhart Tolle, to name a few.

Generating Steam HeatToday's Bombshell (Bombshell Radio)Bombshell Radio4pm EST 9pm BST 1pm PDT bombshellradio.com#GeneratingSteamHeat. #Postpunk, #punk , #newmusic, #60sClassics, #Ska , #60sGarage, #StitcherRadio, #Itunes, #BombshellRadioJosef K-Art of Things (From the Postcard Records album ‘Sorry For Laughing’ 1981)The Pastels-Something Going On (Creation Records 7’’ 1983)Primal Scream-All Fall Down (Creation Records 7’’ 1985)TV Personalities-I Know Where Syd Barrett Lives (Rough Trade Records 7’’ 1981)Sonic Youth: Kill Yr Idols: (From the T.P.S.U Records compilation album 'Communicate! Live at Thames Poly’ 1985)Soup Dragons: Quite Content (From the unreleased Subway Records EP ‘The Sun Is In The Sky’ 1986)BMX Bandits-Cat from Outer Space (From the 53rd and 3rd Records EP ’Sad’ 1986)McCarthy-Celestial City (From the NME compilation cassette ‘C86’ 1986)The June Brides-Heard You Whisper (From the Pink Label Records album ‘There Are Eight Million Stories…’ 1985)The Gift-It’ll End In Tears (B-side of the Off Chute Records 7’’ ‘Crashing Down’ 1982)Orange Juice-Simply Thrilled Honey (Postcard Records 7’’ 1980)My Bloody Valentine-Cigarette In Your Bed (From the Creation Records 12’’ EP ‘You Made Me Realise’ 1988)

Shajen Joy Aziz, M.Ed., M.A., is an award-winning international best-selling author, filmmaker and educator. She mentors businesses and professionals, emerging platforms, life-coaches, and those seeking personal growth. Her programs include workshops, seminars and webinars, intimate retreats and a holistic Life-Coaching certification course based on her award-winning book and film Discover the Gift. Shajen’s groundwork in the field of education and mental health has paved the way for her to become a leader within the transformational and peace-building communities.  In a short time, her global life-coaching certification coursework and programs have amassed a dedicated community of Ambassadors, Coaches, and Trainers worldwide. Her book, Discover the Gift – It’s Why We’re Here, is published in 24 countries and 14 languages and her film, based on the book, is in 5 languages and ten countries. Shajen is proud to announce she is a contributing author in the upcoming books: Essential Wisdom-Timeless Roadmaps of Self-Discovery, Self-Actualization and Soul Purpose, as well as the fun and smart, Sexy, Fit & Fab Moms. A leading expert in self-actualization and personal development, Shajen has had the pleasure of sharing the speaking stage with other influential New Thought Leaders and colleagues. Shajen has been a guest faculty member of The Shift Network and has been featured alongside Deepak Chopra, Marianne Williamson, Desmond Tutu, Barbara Marx Hubbard, and Eckhart Tolle, to name a few. Tune in and listen as Power Your Life Radio host, Jo Anne White and guest Shajen Joy Aziz discuss why we’re here and how to live your gifts!

Shajen Joy is an international best-selling author, master educator and personal and corporate trainer.  She is most passionate about creating a world where our children can thrive in powerful and positive ways.  She is a speaker, teacher, and co- Creator of the international bestselling book and film Discover the Gift- It's Why We're Here.  This project is published in 22 countries and ten languages. Shajen is regularly featured on The Shift Network and was most recently featured alongside Deepak Chopra, Marianne Williamson, Desmond Tutu, Barbara Marx Hubbard, and Eckhart Tolle. Shajen's work has been featured in The Huffington Post, ABC, NBC, CNN and Destiny Magazine, Examiner.com, amongst numerous other international outlets. Her website is www.discoverthegift.com.

Our guest today is Integrative body psychotherapist Beth Bardovi.   First off, Integrative Body Psychotherapy, or IBP, is a type of psychotherapy that recognizes and treats the physical, psychological, and spiritual nature of a human being. It is based on the premise that the body, mind, and spirit are not separate, but rather integrated parts of a whole person. Unlike other modalities, IBP puts a strong emphasis on breath and body work to promote mindfulness and alleviate depression and anxiety.    Beth is the Director of the IBP Central Institute, Los Angeles and the Executive Director of IBP Italy. And has been in private practice for over 30 years in Santa Monica. She is a wise soul.   So today, Beth helps us learn more about where our fears come from and how we can begin to heal these wounds so we can lead a more authentic and fulfilling life.   relationship with your authentic self. Let’s get started! What you’ll hear in this episode: Your Core Self: the essence of who you are Being disconnected from authenticity—Why does it happen? Parents and young children: the energy connection Children disconnect if parents aren’t available The range of Abandonment to Inundation: too much or not enough? The crucial time is the pre-verbal development The difference between IBP and Talk Therapy Become aware of holding patterns Different breathing for different purposes Sympathetic vs. Parasympathetic nervous systems For older kids, it’s attaching beliefs to feelings Character-style defense mechanisms Signs of fear of abandonment Signs of fear of inundation Find a balance in the middle Agency toward others—it’s about the intention we bring Crippling feelings Active agency vs. loving Triggers: How do we identify them? Triggered and fragmented: the same, similar, or familiar feelings Expecting perfection? Impossible! Perceptions are everything New triggered reactions to our oldest injuries Steps to dismantling Connecting body, understanding, and emotions The repair process Wired for survival: capable of change? Living authentically is a GIFT It all starts with breath Beth’s daily spiritual practices Beth’s advice and wisdom for herself 20 years ago? “Most things are not really a crisis. Take the time and not just get from A to B.” What has Beth learned about what we’re all looking for? “We’re all looking to be understood and to feel understood.” What is the meaning of life—why are we here on this planet? “It’s all about love. I learned this when my mom was dying. Find the love.” You can read the full show notes and access all the links and resources at www.thedailycordial.com   fwtz9qui

In this podcast, we are talking with David Rosen, Executive Director for the Sobriety Optimization League (SOL) Scholarship Foundation. We discussed topics relating to cultivating future donors, building a relationship with the donor family as a whole, using texting and social media, and communicating with millennials. The key points covered in this podcast discussion are: • Cultivating & Preparing Future Donors – It’s a Family Affair • A $50,000 donation via text?! • Communicating with Millennials – Don’t Rule Out Social Media • Major Gift Fundamentals: No Hardly Ever Means Never • Asking for a Gift: It’s a Relationship Visit www.SocialGoodInstigators.comto find the transcript and to sign up to receive notifications as new episodes are released (every two weeks).

Shajen Joy Aziz is an award winning international best-selling author, master educator, filmmaker, and motivational trainer and speaker. She is most passionate about creating a world where our children can thrive in powerful and positive ways. She is a mother, teacher, and first author and co-creator of the international bestselling book and film Discover the Gift- It’s Why We’re Here (www.discoverthegift.com). Her book is published in 22 countries and 10 languages and her film, which is in 5 language and 10 countries, is now digitally distributed by Gaiam TV throughout the United States and Canada (Discover the Gift on Gaiam TV). http://wgl.fm  shawn chabra Shajen’s groundwork, for over 20 years as a progressive educator, school administrator, teacher and counselor, paved the way for her to become a leader within the transformational and peace-building communities. In a very short time, Shajen’s global coaching and training program, based on Discover the Gift, has amassed a dedicated community of over 250 Ambassadors, Coaches and Trainers from around the globe; actively engaged in sharing their gifts while inspiring others to do the same. Shajen has been a guest faculty member for The Shift Network and was most recently featured alongside: Deepak Chopra, Marianne Williamson, Desmond Tutu, Barbara Marx Hubbard, and Eckhart Tolle. Throughout the years she has shared the speaking stage with other influential New Thought Leaders and colleagues such as: Jack Canfield, Michael Bernard Beckwith, Dr. Barbara De Angelis, Sir Ken Robinson, Dr. Sue Morter, Janet and Chris Attwood, David Wolfe, and many more. Shajen’s work has been featured in The Huffington Post, ABC, NBC, CNN, Spirit and Destiny Magazine, The Shift Network, Examiner.com, Catalyst, Spiritual Networks, Life Connection and Vision Magazine, amongst numerous others internationally. Her work regularly appears around the globe through multiple media outlets and within the international Unity and Religious Sciences, and interfaith communities. Along with being a founding member of the Southern California Association of Transformational Leaders (Assoc. of Transformational Leaders) and The Women’s Speakers Assoc., Shajen is an active trailblazer for children, education and healthcare reform. A few of her recognitions include the 2014 Woman of Outstanding Leadership Award from the International Women’s Leadership Assoc., the 2012 Peace and Creativity Award presented by Congresswoman Karen Bass, and the 2011 & 2012 Woman of the Year Award from the National Association of Professional Women for her dedication and excellence in her field of education. In 2011 Shajen was also awarded the Global Humanitarian Award, presented by Dr. Barbara De Angelis and Rev. Michael Bernard Beckwith. Shajen’s primary philosophy is based on creating a conscious, compassionate world; one person, one family, one community at a time; and it begins with you. WGL:30 Shajen Joy Aziz with Shawn Chhabra, Shajen is an award winning international best-selling author, master educator, filmmaker, and motivational trainer and speaker