Podcasts about Grief

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Friendship breakups hit differently… and yet, we rarely talk about them. In this episode, The Chicks are opening up an honest, compassionate conversation about what it really feels like when a friendship ends. The grief, the confusion, the “what did I do wrong?” thoughts… and the quiet loneliness that can follow. If you've ever found yourself outgrowing a friendship, questioning your worth after a disconnection, or struggling to make sense of a shift in a once-close relationship...this episode is for you. Want deeper support?Alison's Anxiety Healing Coaching Program is now open for new clients

This episode explores the ongoing process of adapting tochronic illness, emphasizing the importance of understanding the four phases of adaptation and practical steps to navigate this journey. It offers insights into neurobiology, emotional resilience, and self-care strategies to help listeners redefine their lives with chronic illness.Key TopicsFour phases of adaptation: crisis, stabilization,reconstruction, integrationNeurobiology of stress and change: sympathetic andparasympathetic nervous systemsThe importance of grief, self-care, and support systems in adaptationPractical strategies for controlling what you can, managing energy, and scheduling restThe mindset shift from resignation to purposeful adaptationTakeawaysAdaptation to chronic illness is an ongoing, nonlinearprocess.Understanding neurobiology helps explain why change feels so hard.Grief is a necessary part of healing and adaptation.Controlling small aspects of daily life can reduce stressand improve well-being.Reframing adaptation as becoming more aligned andintentional, not less.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Chronic Illness and Adaptation07:58 Understanding the Brain's Response to Change10:50 Four Stages of Adaptation to Chronic Illness17:48 Practical Steps for Adapting to Chronic Illness20:04 Closing Thoughts and ReflectionKeywords - chronic illness, adaptation, resilience,neurobiology, self-care, mental health, coping strategies, life changesConnect with Dr. Chris WilsonIheartresolution@gmail.comwww.Iheartresolution.comUntil next time… keep redefining what's possible.

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In this episode, I sit down with Carl Radke for an honest conversation about sobriety, grief, and what it's really like behind the scenes of Bravo's Summer House. Carl opens up about his journey with addiction that led to his sobriety, how he dealt with survivor's guilt after his brother's passing, and how writing his memoir, Cake Eater, helped him find healing. We talk about the realities of being sober in a partying environment, the highs and lows of reality TV and being on camera, how Carl navigates friendship and fame, and finding purpose after hitting rock bottom. Plus, Carl shares advice for anyone curious about sobriety, why self-acceptance is ongoing work, and what we can expect from this current season of Summer House.Key Takeaway / Points:Carl's experience with addiction and his journey to sobrietyGrieving his brother's death and dealing with survivor's guilt, imposter syndrome, and the feeling of not being “enough”How hitting rock bottom led him to getting sober Pressure of being on camera and reality TV redemptionThe healing process of writing his memoir, Cake EaterCurrent season of Summer House and navigating the drama-filled house, friendships, and relationshipsOur take on Jersey Shore vs. HamptonsColoring confessionals: Summer House favorite moments, his non-negotiable morning routine, favorite castmate to get advice from, and moreFinding community in grief and sharing his story to help othersWatch Summer House Tuesday nights at 8pm ET on Bravo.Order Carl's book Cake Eater HEREListen to Carl's podcast More Life HERELearn more about Soft Bar HEREFollow Carl:Instagram: @carlradkeTikTok: @carlradkeWebsite: www.radkeboys.comFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.com

What happens when the life you built suddenly changes in ways you never expected?In this deeply reflective episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, Tobi sits down with transformational leadership strategist and resilience mentor Sanjiv Patel to explore how grief, loss, and personal crisis can reshape the way we lead, live, and understand ourselves.Sanjiv has spent more than three decades working with global organisations, including Microsoft, Citi, the NHS, and Warwick Business School. Yet the most powerful lessons in his life did not come from boardrooms or leadership frameworks. They came from moments of personal loss that forced him to confront pain, vulnerability, and the deeper meaning of resilience.In this conversation, Sanjiv shares how grief transformed his understanding of leadership and emotional intelligence. He explains why authentic leadership begins with inner healing and why resilience is not about pretending to be strong but about learning to stay present with the full range of human experience.This episode is a powerful reflection for anyone navigating grief, uncertainty, or a season of big personal change.What You Will Learn in This Episode• Why resilience begins with self-awareness• How grief reshapes identity, purpose, and leadership• The difference between emotional survival and emotional strength• Why leaders must face their inner wounds to lead authentically• How emotional intelligence strengthens leadership and relationships• Why asking for help is an important part of healingSound Bites from This Episode"Resilience begins within.""It is okay to feel the pain.""It is okay to ask for help."About Sanjiv PatelSanjiv Patel is a transformational leadership strategist, life coach, and resilience mentor who helps leaders navigate uncertainty with clarity, empathy, and purpose.Drawing on more than three decades of experience across boardrooms, organisational crises, and personal loss, he developed frameworks such as the H.E.A.L.S. model and the 3Rs of resilience to help leaders build emotional strength and lead with authenticity.His work has supported organisations including Microsoft, Citi, the NHS, and Warwick Business School. He regularly shares his insights on leadership, resilience, and emotional intelligence on global stages, including TEDx and leadership platforms around the world.Connect With Sanjiv PatelWebsiteSanjiv Speaks Official WebsiteEpisode Chapters00:00 Introduction to Transformational Leadership02:46 Personal Insecurities and Authentic Leadership05:12 The Journey of Resilience10:06 Navigating the COVID Crisis17:55 Grief, Loss, and Emotional Healing28:47 Understanding True Resilience33:51 Lessons for Younger Generations44:06 Leadership Through Adversity52:55 Advice for Those Experiencing GriefAsk what is on your heart. Mirror Talk will reflect back what may help you see more clearly. Try it here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/ask-mirror-talk/Thank you for joining me on this MIRROR TALK podcast journey. Please subscribe to any platform and remember to leave a review and rating.Stay connected: https://linktr.ee/mirrortalkpodcast More inspiring episodes and show notes are here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/ Your opinions, thoughts, suggestions, and comments are important to us. Please share them here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/your-opinion-matters/ Could you support us by becoming a Patreon? Please consider subscribing to one or more of our offerings at http://patreon.com/MirrorTalk All proceeds will help enhance the quality of our work and outreach, enabling us to serve you better.We use and trust these podcasting tools, software, and gear. We've partnered with amazing platforms to give our Mirror Talk community exclusive deals and discounts: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/best-podcasting-tools/Just like with Podcasthon, resilience is a lifelong journey.

In this episode of The Body GrieversⓇ  Club, Bri shares how receiving five perfectly fitting gowns from Sydney's Closet sparked a corrective experience that contrasted with her 2007 prom season, when a dream dress wouldn't zip and intensified shame, restriction, and a fixation on weight loss that later contributed to pursuing bariatric surgery. She reflects on being pre-diabetic at 16, the discouragement of dieting and being blamed for "not doing it right," and how clothes not fitting became a lasting scar tied to dating, food anxiety, and self-worth. As an eating-disorder-trained clinician with lived experience, Bri names anti-fat bias as stronger than capitalism, grieves exclusion and lack of choice in fashion, critiques the weight-loss-as-health narrative, and describes her current life at 35 as fat, healthier, and free from food obsession, while still navigating structural inaccessibility.   01:58 Flashback to 2007 02:53 Diet Plan and Pressure 05:16 The Prom Dress Dream 06:57 Prom Night Breakdown 09:37 Aftermath and Lasting Scar 11:09 Privilege of Choice 12:22 Sad Truths About Fashion 15:06 When Weight Loss Fails 17:09 Bigger Than Clothes 21:18 Healing Beyond the Scale 23:08 Letter to My 16 Year Old Self 26:11 You Are Worthy   EPISODE RESOURCES: Stunning gowns designed exclusively for plus sizes at https://sydneyscloset.com/  WANT MORE OF BRI? *Instagram: @bodyimagewithbri
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"I'm so concerned about that being a fracturing of our psyche, in which we only allow empowerment... Can we just have someone to stand with us in that space? So that the process, no matter what we choose, is a process of self connection." - Sarah Champie   On this episode of Transforming Trauma, host Emily Ruth welcomes Sarah Champie (LCSW), a licensed trauma therapist and NeuroAffective Relational Model® (NARM®) practitioner who specializes in supporting individuals and families navigating hereditary cancer, genetic testing, and preventative surgery decisions. Sarah is also the creator and host of the podcast Walking the Genetic Line.   Sarah draws on her own experience as a BRCA1 carrier and the childhood loss of her mother to ovarian cancer to illuminate what she calls the "portal moment" of receiving genetic testing results. Together, Emily Ruth and Sarah explore why empowerment-only narratives fall short, how NARM® survival styles shape our responses to medical urgency, and the critical gap in emotional care for those facing life-altering body decisions. Sarah makes a compelling case that healing in this space means holding agency and grief at the same time, honoring the complexity of identity shifts, projective memory, and the deep longing for connection that surfaces when mortality enters the room.   We invite you to listen to the full episode and follow Transforming Trauma on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app. *** SPACE: SPACE is an Inner Development Program of Support and Self-Discovery for Therapists on the Personal, Interpersonal, and Transpersonal Levels offered by the Complex Trauma Training Center. This experiential learning program offers an immersive group experience designed to cultivate space for self-care, community support, and deepening vitality in our professional role as therapists. Learn more about how to join. *** The Complex Trauma Training Center: https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com View upcoming trainings: https://complextraumatrainingcenter.com/schedule/ *** The Complex Trauma Training Center (CTTC) is a professional organization providing clinical training, education, consultation, and mentorship for psychotherapists and mental health professionals working with individuals and communities impacted by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Complex Trauma (C-PTSD). CTTC provides NARM® Therapist and NARM® Master Therapist Training programs, as well as ongoing monthly groups in support of those learning NARM. CTTC also offers the SPACE Inner Development Program for Therapists, providing a depth-oriented professional community for those seeking a supportive network of therapists focused on three levels of shared human experience: personal, interpersonal & transpersonal. The Transforming Trauma podcast embodies the spirit of CTTC – best described by its three keywords: depth, connection, and heart - and offers guidance to those interested in effective, transformational trauma-informed care.   *** We want to connect with you! Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn YouTube X ( Twitter )    

Grief doesn't wait for loss to arrive. Sometimes it shows up early — sitting beside you while someone you love is still right there. That's anticipatory grief, and if you've ever felt your mind drift to a future without someone while they're still in the room, you already know it. In this episode of Joy Lab, Dr. Henry Emmons and Dr. Aimee Prasek explore the Eighth Gate of Grief: the grief, stress, anxiety, and dread that can accompany an expected loss — whether that's a terminal diagnosis, a parent's cognitive decline, a marriage ending, or even broader fears about the world your kids will inherit. Anticipatory grief can be a mentally and emotionally exhausting experience, and it doesn't get nearly enough airtime in conversations about mental health. Importantly, this episode won't tell you how to stop anticipatory grief — because you shouldn't. Research suggests it can actually support healing. What it will give you: science-backed tools for staying present, a simple framework for saying what matters most before it's too late, and honest guidance on sustaining yourself through anticipatory grief. If anxiety, depression, or stress around future loss is weighing on you — or someone you love — this one's for you. This episode is part of a 10-part series on grief. You can jump in here and circle back to Episode 248 when you're ready.   p.s. Find a Simple Joy practice for this episode right here at our blog.   About: The Joy Lab Podcast is an Ambie-nominated podcast that blends science and soul to help you cope better with stress, ease anxiety, and uplift mood. Join Dr. Henry Emmons and Dr. Aimee Prasek for practical, mindfulness-based tools and positive psychology strategies to build resilience and create lasting joy. Take the next leap in your wellbeing journey with the Joy Lab Program.   If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts! And... if you want to spread some joy and keep this podcast ad-free, then please join our mission by donating (Joy Lab is powered by the nonprofit Pathways North and your donations are tax-deductible).   Like and follow Joy Lab on Socials:  Instagram TikTok Linkedin Watch on YouTube   Key moments: [00:00] — Introduction to the Eighth Gate: Anticipatory Grief [00:45] — What anticipatory grief is: the grief we feel in advance of an expected loss — terminal illness, dementia, a marriage ending, fears about the future of our planet or our children's world [01:00] — The extra "frosting" of this gate: dread, helplessness, and worry about what hasn't happened yet [01:15] — Anticipatory grief and cancer [02:30] — Anticipatory grief and Alzheimer's [04:00] — "We are apprentices to our grief, every time" — on never mastering grief, only practicing it [05:00] — FOBO: Fear Of Being Over — an earlier Joy Lab concept that connects to anticipatory grief and the pull away from the present moment [05:45] — Normalizing anticipatory grief: the goal is not to stop it, but to understand it [06:15] — The science: research on anticipatory grief shows it can actually be helpful — those who grieved some before a spouse died tended to have better outcomes afterward [07:30] — The void that often hits a month after a loss, when others return to their lives; how anticipatory grieving can build a support network that remains [08:00] — Anticipatory grief and early-onset Alzheimer's [13:45] — What anticipatory grief is really about: acceptance; facing truth instead of pushing it away [14:15] — Recognizing avoidance  [14:45] — Anticipatory grief as a gift: time to say what needs to be said, to be present differently, to love fully even while grieving [15:15] — Practicing loving fully amidst grief; being kind to yourself about grieving while the person is still present; holding both the grief of the future and the goodness of the present — they can happen at the same time [16:45] — The Four Things That Matter Most (Dr. Ira Byock, hospice physician): Please forgive me. I forgive you. Thank you. I love you. [17:15] — Why saying these things — even imperfectly — creates completion and reduces regret [19:15] — The gift anticipatory grief offers that sudden loss cannot: the chance to share grief with someone, say the four things, have the conversation together [20:00] — Tending to your own wellbeing during anticipatory grief; checking your energy and nourishment levels; you have to take breaks, let people help, do nourishing things for yourself — it's not selfish, it's sustainable [21:45] — Small ways to refuel: a walk, a phone call, sitting outside, noticing breath; don't wait until you're depleted — build it in now; Letting people support you; they often want to help but don't know how — be specific; "Can you bring dinner Tuesday? Can you sit with her while I go to the store?" [22:30] — Anticipatory grief is a marathon, not a sprint; pace yourself; stepping back to breathe and enjoy lightness is not denial — it's wisdom [23:30] — Closing quote from Rilke: "Let everything happen to you: beauty and terror. Just keep going. No feeling is final."   Sources and Notes for this full grief series: Joy Lab Program: Take the next leap in your wellbeing journey with step-by-step practices to help you build and maintain the elements of joy in your life.  Grief Series: The Grief Series: The Wholeness of Being Human [part 1, ep 248] Everything We Love, We Will Lose: Navigating the First Gate of Grief[part 2, ep 249] Welcoming Back the Parts of You That Have Not Known Love [part 3, ep 250] Why You Can't Escape the Sorrows of the World (and why that's a good thing) [part 4, ep 251] Born to Belong: Grieving What Should Have Been There From the Start [part 5, ep 252] Breaking the Cycle: Ancestral Grief, Epigenetics, and the Power to Change Your Legacy [part 6, ep 253] How Facing the Harm You've Done Can Set You Free [part 7, ep 254] How the World's Pain Enters Your Body and What to Do Next [part 8, ep 255] Related Episodes: Savoring the Present and Overcoming FOBO (it's kinda like FOMO...) [ep 45] Wild Edge of Sorrow by Francis Weller The Four Things That Matter Most by Ira Byock, M.D.  Beckes & Sbarra, Social baseline theory: State of the science and new directions. Access here Beckes, et al. (2011). Social Baseline Theory: The Role of Social Proximity in Emotion and Economy of Action. Access here Bunea et al. (2017). Early-life adversity and cortisol response to social stress: a meta-analysis. Access here. Eisma, et al. (2019). No pain, no gain: cross-lagged analyses of posttraumatic growth and anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress and prolonged grief symptoms after loss. Access here  Hirschberger G. (2018). Collective Trauma an d the Social Construction of Meaning. Frontiers in psychology, 9, 1441. Access here   Kamis, et al. (2024). Childhood maltreatment associated with adolescent peer networks: Withdrawal, avoidance, and fragmentation. Access here  Lehrner, et al. (2014). Maternal PTSD associates with greater glucocorticoid sensitivity in offspring of Holocaust survivors. Access here  Maier & Seligman. (2016). Learned helplessness at fifty: Insights from neuroscience. Access here Sheehy, et al. (2019). An examination of the relationship between shame, guilt and self-harm: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Access here  Strathearn, et al. (2020). Long-term Cognitive, Psychological, and Health Outcomes Associated With Child Abuse and Neglect. Access here  Yehuda et al. (1998). Vulnerability to posttraumatic stress disorder in adult offspring of Holocaust survivors.  Access here. Yehuda, et al. (2018). Intergenerational transmission of trauma effects: putative role of epigenetic mechanisms. Access here  Full transcript here  Please remember that this content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice and is not a replacement for advice and treatment from a medical professional. 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If you've ever wondered whether Spirit is actually listening, this episode is your answer! Sarah and Jane are back with the fourth installment of the beloved Monarch series, and it might just be the most magical one yet. Listener stories pour in from all corners: a song that played at exactly the right moment, a turtle who showed up in a sealed garage the morning after a funeral, a Greyhound bus that keeps appearing on the highway, oracle cards that seemed to write themselves, and a bunny sign that crossed timelines. These are real people with REAL stories. And heck yeah, Spirit is fancy! If you'd like to see pictures that are related to these stories, please visit Medium Curious instagram or MediumCurious.com  *More Monarch magic would come to life with your help - can you please share, comment, and download. We truly love hearing from you — wanna share your sign with us? What You'll Hear in This Episode Jenny's Story — Her dad in Spirit hijacks her music app with the exact lyric she needed to hear — not once, but twice, years apart Scott's Story — A medium delivers a message about a bunny before the sign appears — and then it shows up in spades on his hardest day Nicole's Story — Grieving after letting her dog Ella go, she pulls three oracle cards that say: exactly what she needs to hear. Sarah Jane's Story — A Greyhound bus becomes one of the most unexpectedly specific and persistent signs from her person in Spirit. Kisa's Story — Her son Cole, who passed unexpectedly, sends a turtle running out of a garage that hadn't been opened in a month — and then keeps sending more turtles and other magic Marisa's Story — A talented artist and Clair Club member shares how her artwork was being negotiated from the other side Key Takeaways Signs don't follow your timeline — they follow Spirit's. Multiple stories in this episode involve messages that were delivered before the moment they were needed, pointing to the idea that Spirit operates outside of linear time. The specificity of a sign is the message. A golf ball in an industrial park. A Greyhound bus. A turtle in a closed garage. Spirit isn't subtle~! You don't have to be a medium to receive. Jenny, Scott, Nicole, Sarah Jane, Kisa, Marisa — none of them set out to be "psychic." They were just open and signs found them. Grief and magic can live in the same place. As Scott's grandmother said in a private session with Jane: he's not not grieving — he's living, living, living. So stunning! Curiosity is the channel. The people in these stories weren't stomping their feet and asking.....they were paying attention and collaborating with the universe.  "When you get a sign like that, it just changes everything for that day. It really does the trick." — Sarah, on Scott's bunny sign "Not not grieving — living, living, living." — Scott's grandmother, via Jane, on how Scott is moving through loss "Once you're tuning into this material, the material is all here for you." — Jane Marisa White's Website: https://www.marisaswhite.com/ Trust falll!  Scott Darlington's Substack: https://substack.com/@mescottyd Website: https://www.mediumcurious.com Join Clair Club:  https://www.mediumcurious.com/digital-products-2-1 Explore the Intuition & Mediumship Course: https://www.mediumcurious.com Book a reading with Sarah Rathke https://www.sarahrathke.com/ Book a reading with Jane Morgan https://www.janemorganmedium.com/ Explore Jane's New Higher Calling Cohort https://www.janemorganmedium.com/higher-calling Jane's Substack: https://janemorgan.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mediumcuriouspod/

In this deeply moving conversation, Yolanda welcomes Michelle Madrid — author, speaker, and midlife coach for women — to Girl, Take the Lead!.As a former foster child in the UK and an international adoptee, Michelle has spent a lifetime opening pathways toward her truest sense of identity and purpose. Today, she supports women navigating what she calls midlife grief — the quiet, often hidden grief that appears as life shifts: children leaving home, changing bodies, evolving relationships, and the question many women ask in midlife:Who am I now?Michelle believes midlife grief isn't something to avoid or suppress. Instead, she describes it as:“Love colliding with change.”In this conversation, Yolanda and Michelle explore grief as a messenger — one that can guide us toward healing, identity, and reclaiming our voice.Michelle also shares the inspiration behind her powerful framework UNBOX, a process she created to help women unpack suppressed emotions and reconnect with their aliveness as they step into the next version of who they're here to be.This episode is both deeply personal and universally relatable — touching on adoptee identity, people-pleasing, trauma responses, and the courage it takes to live from our authentic voice.And it leaves us with a beautiful reminder:“The light around us is great… but the light within us is greater.”Timestamps00:00 – Welcome & Michelle's work supporting midlife women through hidden grief02:24 – Yolanda reflects on grief and joy as her daughter prepares to marry05:27 – Michelle's definition of midlife grief: when love collides with change09:18 – The hidden grief many adoptees carry and why emotions were often suppressed20:19 – Limiting beliefs and the moment Michelle realized the baggage of others was never hers to carry31:17 – From ache to action: the small steps that begin healing36:04 – A powerful affirmation: “The light around us is great, but the light within us is greater.”More About MichelleMichelle Madrid is an author, speaker, and midlife coach for women. She also hosts the new podcast: Most MyselfHer work focuses on helping women navigate midlife grief — the quiet grief that accompanies life transitions such as empty nesting, changing bodies, shifting relationships, and identity changes.Through her UNBOX framework, Michelle guides women in uncovering the emotions they've suppressed and reconnecting with their truth, voice, and next chapter.She is the author of:Let Us Be Greater — a book for any woman in midlife navigating identity, grief, and the adoptee experience.Michelle also hosts the podcast:Unboxed, Unburdened, UnstoppableComing in 2026!Michelle recently launched a free monthly online group gathering called Midlife, Together. She has also launched a 4-week 1:1 coaching experience guiding women through her proven Ache to Action formula. Look for more ways to connect and work with Michelle, coming in 2026. Visit her website to stay informed. Websitethemichellemadrid.comFree tools available on her website.Other ways to Connect with Michelle:Instagram@themichellemadridConnect with GTTL:Websitehttps://girltaketheleadpod.comJoin the Girl, Take the Lead! Facebook Group for deeper conversations and insights.Visit the Heartfelt Cards & Gifts Shophttps://girltaketheleadpod.com/shop

In this special episode, Laura interviews Sara Martin, a young widow and mother of three who lost her husband suddenly three and a half years ago. Sara shares her journey of raising teenagers alone, the importance of staying engaged in community even when it's uncomfortable, and how she's learned to ask for help while navigating grief alongside her children. She also discusses her new ministry launching a local chapter of Never Alone Widows in Waco, creating a safe space for young widows with children at home to find support and point each other toward hope in Christ.

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Did you know that hypnotherapy can help manage your suppressed emotions and unlock a soul-level transformation? Join Irene for an inspiring conversation with Joseph Drumheller, Master Hypnotherapist, Energy Healer, author of The Subconscious, the Divine, and Me and founder of the JDH Academy of Wellness, whose life's work beautifully mirrors the mission of the Grief and Rebirth Podcast. A four‑time award‑winning author and globally respected teacher, Joseph has guided thousands through deep healing, subconscious transformation, and higher states of awareness. In this episode, we explore the awakening experiences that shaped his spiritual path, how collective spiritual energy supports humanity's evolution, the power of hypnotherapy in healing grief, and the profound role of the subconscious mind. We'll also touch on guardian angels, inner blocks, and this extraordinary moment of human transformation, for an uplifting, soul‑expanding discussion you won't want to miss! IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL HEAR ABOUT THINGS LIKE:The role of the subconscious mind in healing grief.How Joseph's powerful awakening experiences accentuated his lifelong draw to spiritualityWhy learning how to collectively tap into spiritual energy will be part of our healing and evolution as a species.How the conscious and subconscious mind are different.How Joseph's friend met his guardian angels during a mountain hike.How Joseph guides people in dissolving inner barriers and stepping into the fullest expression of their purposeWATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8MLJmyMDuw&list=PL7judgDzhkAWmfyB5r5WgFD6ahombBvoh

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260318dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion They brought to the Pharisees the man who had been blind. Now the day on which Jesus had made the mud and opened the man’s eyes was a Sabbath. Therefore the Pharisees also asked him how he had received his sight. “He put mud on my eyes,” the man replied, “and I washed, and now I see.” Some of the Pharisees said, “This man is not from God, for he does not keep the Sabbath.” But others asked, “How can a sinner perform such signs?” So they were divided. John 9:13-16 A Rulebreaker The Third Commandment could not be clearer: “Remember the Sabbath Day by keeping it holy.” But to avoid all confusion, God went on to explain, “Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a sabbath to the LORD your God. On it you shall not do any work” (Exodus 20:9-10). So, Jesus is a rulebreaker, right? He worked on the Sabbath! He made mud, put it on a blind man’s eyes, and told him to wash in the Pool of Siloam, all of which led to this man seeing for the first time in his life. Some of the Pharisees could not help but conclude, “This man is not from God, for he does not keep the Sabbath.” This wasn’t the first time Jesus had generated a heated debate by healing someone on the Sabbath. From the earliest days of his earthly ministry, Jesus was causing his opponents to have serious bouts of consternation as they tried to square Jesus’ claims of being the Son of God and the promised Messiah with his apparent refusal to obey God’s holy law. But was it a refusal? Hardly. It was a fulfillment! Jesus once explained, “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath” (Mark 2:27). His point was simple: of course, God wants us to honor him by resting from our labor at some point every week to hear and ponder his saving Word. But he also calls us to put his Word into practice by regularly demonstrating love for our neighbors in need. The Christian life is not an either/or proposition. It’s an everyday both/and way of life! Our Savior never overturns God’s Word. Instead, he fulfills it. Perfectly. Prayer: Jesus, empower me to be like you more and more every day. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

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A Utah jury of 8 took less than 3 hours to find 35 year old mom of three, Kouri Richins guilty of fatally poisoning her husband Eric with a fentanyl spiked Moscow mule. Closing arguments and jury instructions took most of the day, so it was a surprise when they continued to deliberate into the evening to come back with guilty verdicts on all counts. RIchins’ reaction was palpable as the judge read the the verdicts aloud, her head fell and she never looked up again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Springtime is here, and that means breathing issues. What if your breathing problems are connected to grief your body is carrying? In TCM, grief and the lungs are deeply connected. In this episode, Dr. Motley explores this connection, remedies to consider and the possibility that you could be carrying generational grief. Dr. Motley's recommendations: For Lung Health DesBio Large Intestine + Lung Meridian Opener: https://dbscript.com/product/lung-large-intestine/ Woad Supreme: https://tinyurl.com/3hkvr4jr Scutalleria Supreme: https://tinyurl.com/yyczfhy3 DesBio Systemic Drainage: https://dbscript.com/product/systemic-drainage/ For Healing Grief EMDR LENS Neurofeedback EFT Tapping: thetappingsolutions.com NET NET Spray Metal: https://a.co/d/06t5wZe6 ------  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Motley! Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  * Y'all… not all Vitamin C is created equal.

A Utah jury of 8 took less than 3 hours to find 35 year old mom of three, Kouri Richins guilty of fatally poisoning her husband Eric with a fentanyl spiked Moscow mule. Closing arguments and jury instructions took most of the day, so it was a surprise when they continued to deliberate into the evening to come back with guilty verdicts on all counts. RIchins’ reaction was palpable as the judge read the the verdicts aloud, her head fell and she never looked up again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are your supplements really working, or are you just wasting your money?Josh Trent welcomes Shawn Wells on the Wellness + Wisdom podcast, episode 807, to reveal why your nervous system determines whether your supplements work or do nothing, how chronic stress physically blocks absorption no matter the quality of what you're taking, the science of placebo and nocebo and how your mindset before you swallow the pill changes your biology, and why your body has to be ready before anything in the bottle can help.In This Episode, Shawn Wells Uncovers:(01:30) Why Your Body Rejects Supplements(08:55) Neural System Healing(12:35) Why Placebo Actually Works(21:35) You Don't Have to Be Defined By What You Do(26:50) The Key to Supplement Efficiency(34:00) Why Medications Don't Work Long-Term(40:35) The Journey of Grief(47:35) You Don't Need Supplements(54:30) Caffeine Is Toxic, Paraxanthine Heals You(01:03:15) The World Needs Paraxanthine Right Now(01:09:35) What Can You Do for Yourself?(01:16:00) Freedom Comes From Truth

Tenderoni Hotline #24: Hello my love, and welcome back to the Tenderoni Hotline, our soft and spacious corner of the Feminist Wellness Podcast where we explore your most tender questions about healing, nervous system care, and returning home to yourself.In today's episode, we're diving into two thoughtful questions about grief, empathy, and emotional boundaries, and what it means to care deeply without abandoning yourself in the process.First, we explore something that often goes unnamed: grief over losing meaningful possessions. What happens when you lose a beloved object, like a piece of jewelry, a journal, a childhood item, or a home that held an entire chapter of your life? If you've ever felt embarrassed about how deeply something like that affected you, this conversation offers a compassionate reframe. We talk about why these losses can feel so profound, how objects can hold memory and meaning, and why your grief deserves to be honored without judgment.Next, we turn to a question about witnessing mistreatment in the workplace. If you've ever felt deeply disturbed by abuse of power or injustice at work, and found yourself ruminating about it long after the moment has passed, this conversation will help you understand what's happening in your nervous system. We explore the difference between empathy and emotional absorption, and how to practice boundaried empathy so you can care, advocate, and take action without burning yourself out.You'll walk away with a deeper understanding of how grief, empathy, and nervous system activation intersect, along with gentle practices to help you hold your tenderness with more steadiness and care. So grab your coziest blanket, pour a warm drink, and come settle into the tenderness with me.Got a question for the Tenderoni Hotline? Send it to me at: podcast@beatrizalbina.com Learn more about my courses and apply here: https://www.beatrizalbina.com/courses Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizvictoriaalbinanp/?hl=en

A Utah jury of 8 took less than 3 hours to find 35 year old mom of three, Kouri Richins guilty of fatally poisoning her husband Eric with a fentanyl spiked Moscow mule. Closing arguments and jury instructions took most of the day, so it was a surprise when they continued to deliberate into the evening to come back with guilty verdicts on all counts. RIchins’ reaction was palpable as the judge read the the verdicts aloud, her head fell and she never looked up again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it possible to find hope and healing in the shadow of grief? How can we move forward after the loss of a loved one, such as a child, and both trust God and appropriately grieve? In today's episode, Sean talks with Talbot professor Dr. Dave Keehn, who is the author of a new, heart-wrenching, hopeful, and biblically-based book about processing grief after the premature loss of his son, Adam. Dave Keehn has served for over 30 years in youth ministry in both small and large churches. After teaching ministry courses as an adjunct for 12 years at Talbot School of Theology and Biola University, Keehn joined the faculty in the fall of 2009. His passion is to develop church leaders for future generations. Keehn's expertise is in developing ministry programs to reach and disciple the millennial generation and their families. He has spoken at numerous conferences and serves as the teaching pastor at Cornerstone Community Church in San Clemente, Ca. He is the author of the new book Living in the Shadow of Grief.==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California. Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically. To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.

Jeff sits down the day after his father's passing to reflect on what it means to lose 55 years of a complicated, adventurous, deeply loving relationship.

➡️ Get the full show notes and episode breakdown at Biology of Trauma® Podcast - Is the Need to Always Be “Good” a Trauma Response? What does your body do with guilt it can never undo?  Have you ever done everything right — and still felt something unresolved living in your body? Maybe it's not a dramatic story. Maybe it's just a moment you can't stop replaying. A decision you can't forgive yourself for. A version of you that acted against your own values — and your nervous system never got the memo that it's over. That's what this episode is about. Gregg Ward accidentally took someone's life at 18. For 46 years, it lived in his body — flushed skin, tense shoulders, a loop that no amount of success, service, or self-improvement could stop. In this conversation with Dr. Aimie, he shares what moral injury actually is, why the body keeps reliving a story with no ending, and how movement became his nervous system's path through what therapy alone couldn't reach. This is not a story about grief resolved. It's a story about grief metabolized. And the moment the burden finally lifted — not when the pain disappeared, but when the purpose stopped being about him. If something in you has never fully quieted — no matter how much work you've done — this conversation was made for you. Gregg Ward is the founder and Executive Director of the Center for Respectful Leadership. He is a global speaker, thought leader, and bestselling author. Gregg's TEDx San Diego talk has been selected for TED Global publication. Resources/Guides: Centerforrespectfulleadership.org — Gregg Ward — Center for Respectful Leadership Confessions of An Accidental Killer — Gregg Ward — TEDx San Diego hyacinthfellowship.org —  Hyacinth Fellowship The Biology of Trauma®Book by Dr. Aimie Apigian — Where you can read Section 2 —  starting with chapter 6 which explains the mechanism by which the body keeps score, even of regret. Free Guide: Steps to Identify and Heal Trauma by Dr. Aimie Apigian Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 35: 5 Ways How Polyvagal Theory Helps With Trauma Work with Stephen Porges Episode 76: Polyvagal Theory: Become an Active Operator of Your Nervous System During Grief with Deb Dana Episode 114: The Science Behind Why We Can't 'Get Over' Loss And How to Grieve with Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor Episode 124: Grief and Gut Health: Is It Just Emotional or Something More? Episode 126: Neuroception Explained: How Your Nervous System Decides What's Safe and Why It Matters for Healing Episode 127: Why Your Body Is Wired for Danger: Understanding Trauma's Impact on Your Nervous System Episode 135: The Hidden Difference Between Stress and Trauma In How The Body Keeps Score Episode 138: Why Your Body Holds On When Your Mind Has Healed with Dr. Aimie Apigian

We say “love” constantly—but most of us were never taught what it actually is. In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, hosted by Yusuf, Kim Sorrelle reframes love as something you embody, not something you bargain for. This conversation is for anyone who feels disappointed in relationships, confused by “mixed signals,” or exhausted by chasing validation. You'll walk away with a grounded, freeing way to love—without losing yourself in expectations. About the Guest: Kim Sorrelle is a director of a humanitarian organization, speaker, and author. After losing her husband 17 years ago, she dedicated a year—much of it in Haiti—to understand the true meaning of love. Episode Chapters: 04:00 Love beyond romance and poetry 05:30 Grief and the year-long search for love 07:00 Why “love is a two-way street” creates pain 08:10 Love vs emotion: the like/love distinction 10:20 Love doesn't fade—connection can 14:15 Self-love as the starting point 24:30 AI, fear, and why love changes everything Key Takeaways: Stop treating love like a trade; release “if I give, I should get.” Separate a person from an action you don't like. Don't confuse emotional distance with the end of love. Practice self-love to recognize worth in others. Let love return in its own form—drop the script. How to Connect With the Guest: The Kim Sorrelle Show: “Love Is” (available on major platforms, including YouTube)   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

Elliot meets another father of a daughter, only the other father's daughter just died in an alley having just been sodomized and humiliated, meaning there's some sympathy pain for Stabes to experience. These fathers are both on a tear, and it's hard to say who does more damage in this one. Needless to say, if Stabler's getting reprimanded by Cabot for helping a suspect, things are topsy-turvy in Dadland. Of course, this being Munch My Benson means there are tangents, including what kind of bets a college kid could have made to dig himself a $5K hole on the 2003 Super Bowl and a dive into the NYPD's heinous brutality done unto Abner Louima, so hold onto your butts.Sources:Abner Louima - WikipediaThanks to our gracious Munchies on Patreon: Jeremy S, Jaclyn O, Amy Z, Diana R, Tony B, Drew D, Nicky R, Stuart, Jacqi B, Natalie T, Robyn S, Sean M, Jay S, Briley O, Suzanne B, Tim Y, John P, John W, Elia S, Rebecca B, Lily, Sarah L, Melsa A, Alyssa C, Johnathon M, Tiffany C, Brian B, Whitney C, Alex, Jannicke HS, Erin M, Melissa H, Olivia, Holly F, Karina H, Zak B, Karyn R, Summer S, and Matt - y'all are the best!Be a Munchie, too! Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/munchmybensonBe sure to check out our other podcast diving into long unseen films of our guests' youth: Unkind Rewind at our website or on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on: BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and Reddit (Adam's Twitter/BlueSky and Josh's BlueSky/Letterboxd/Substack)Join our Discord: Munch Casts ServerCheck out Munch Merch: Munch Merch at ZazzleCheck out our guest appearances:Both of us on: FMWL Pod (1st Time & 2nd Time), Storytellers from Ratchet Book Club, Chick-Lit at the Movies talking about The Thin Man, and last but not least on the seminal L&O podcast …These Are Their Stories (Adam and Josh).Josh discussing Jackie Brown, The Love Witch, The Long Goodbye and Bugonia with the fine folks at Movie Night Extravaganza, debating the Greatest Detectives in TV History on The Great Pop Culture Debate Podcast, and talking SVU/OC and Psych (five eps in all) on Jacked Up Review Show.Visit Our Website: Munch My BensonEmail the podcast: munchmybenson@gmail.comYou can also call in and leave a voicemail at (507) 479-6440 and have your message played on the show.Next New Episode: ***MUNCHIES' CHOICE*** Season 14, Episode 3 "Twenty-Five Acts"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/munch-my-benson-a-law-order-svu-podcast--5685940/support.

In this powerful conversation, Michelle Bader Ebersole sits down with Rachel Kerr Schneider to talk about the complicated journey of rebuilding life after devastating loss. Rachel shares her personal story of widowhood, navigating grief with her children, and eventually opening her heart to love again.Together they discuss the realities of the first year after loss, how grief shows up differently for adults and children, and the challenges of parenting through difficult seasons—including walking alongside a child struggling with addiction. Rachel speaks honestly about the strength required to seek help, the importance of faith during life's hardest moments, and how healing often comes in unexpected ways.They also explore the courage it takes to begin dating again, how long-distance relationships can grow through intentional communication, and what it looks like to blend families after loss. Through vulnerability, wisdom, and hope, this conversation reminds listeners that even after unimaginable heartbreak, it is possible to rebuild a meaningful and joy-filled life.Whether you are navigating grief, supporting someone who is, or learning to move forward after loss, this episode offers encouragement, honesty, and hope for the road ahead.Rachel's Website- ⁠https://spiritedprosperity.com/⁠Rachel's Book- The Widow Chose Red? ⁠⁠Click Here to Register for the Widow Goals Fall Retreat⁠⁠Click HERE to learn about the Widow Goals Support Program ⁠⁠Click HERE to order Michelle's book Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your Spouse⁠⁠Click HERE to ⁠⁠order the Widow Goals Workbook⁠⁠Click HERE to order the Widow Goals Workbook Leader Guide⁠⁠Click HERE to apply to be a Widow Goals Group Leader⁠⁠Follow Hayley's Parent Loss Goals Ministry Here on IG⁠⁠⁠⁠Here on FB⁠⁠⁠Click here to be sent an email on the anniversary of your spouse's passing, wedding anniversary, and more ⁠⁠Click HERE to review Widow Goals on Amazon⁠⁠Book Michelle as a speaker⁠⁠Go here to see a list of all the areas we have Widow Goals Groups⁠⁠⁠⁠To join our podcast listener community, send me a message here. Thank you!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here to apply to be a guest on Widowed 2 Soon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Michelle on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/widowed2soon_/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/widowgoals⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠See my videos on Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me ⁠michelle@widowgoals.org⁠

Loss changes us — not by erasing who we were, but by introducing us to someone new. In this episode, Tim explores identity, becoming, and the quiet ways grief reshapes how we see ourselves and the world. A compassionate reflection for anyone navigating who they are now, and learning to make peace with the version of themselves grief has introduced.

Suzanne O'Brien is founder and CEO of the Doulagivers Institute and author of the book “The Good Death.” She has trained thousands of people around the world in end-of-life care, with a mission to make death literacy accessible to all. She tells Sarah why she believes that dying is not just a medical event, but a sacred transition — one that can be met with preparation, presence, and even peace. In this conversation, Suzanne also shares what she has learned from decades at the bedside of dying people, how to diminish fear of the natural dying process, and why granny pods matter now more than ever.For more information on Suzanne's work and The Doulagivers Institute, please visit https://doulagivers.com/

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260317dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion After saying this, he spit on the ground, made some mud with the saliva, and put it on the man’s eyes. “Go,” he told him, “wash in the Pool of Siloam” (this word means “Sent”). So the man went and washed, and came home seeing. John 9:6-7 Even Jesus Uses Tools My wife will tell you. I’m not handy. Putting a tool in my hands can be a dangerous prospect, because I'm more likely to make the problem worse, not better. Tools are just not my thing. With some household projects, it might be wiser to give me a magic wand to wave than a hammer to swing, since the best chance for success would have to involve some miracle. Jesus doesn’t need tools to fix things. The Bible makes that abundantly clear. He’s God, so he can do what he wants and can fix every problem without lifting a finger or batting an eye. But here’s the thing: often, Jesus uses tools to accomplish his saving will. We see that truth plainly illustrated in John, chapter nine. When Jesus encountered a man born blind, he could have given him sight without saying a word or moving a muscle. But he didn’t. Instead, “he spit on the ground, made some mud with the saliva, and put it on the man’s eyes.” Then he said, “Go, wash in the Pool of Siloam.” What happened? John tells us that “the man went and washed, and came home seeing.” In other words, Jesus used tools—spit, mud, words, and washing—to accomplish the glorious task of giving sight to the blind. And he does the same for us! No, Jesus may never need to give or restore our physical sight to us. But he longs to bless us with the spiritual sight of saving faith and to sharpen it daily. But he doesn’t do either of those things without using tools. Instead, he uses the water of Holy Baptism and the wheat and wine of Holy Communion, combined with his powerful Word, to create and sustain faith in his people. He could have decided to do it differently, but he doesn't. He uses tools. Which means what? That he would have us use those same tools. Through them alone, Jesus gives saving sight to the blind! Prayer: Jesus, inspire me to use your Word and sacraments faithfully and to share your saving Word with others. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports a Utah woman who wrote a book on grief after husband's death has been found guilty of murdering him.

Full Episode 3-16-26 - In this episode, we discuss grief, on a small scale, big scale, and huge scale.

The modern marketing organization is not a factory that produces campaigns; it is a Decision Factory that produces choices. In this episode, legendary strategist Roger Martin returns to explain why his 20-year-old "Knowledge Funnel" is more relevant in 2026 than ever before. As AI commoditizes the "mode" (the average), the role of the marketer must shift from executing tasks to solving mysteries and developing heuristics. If you are using AI to do your job faster, you are likely just making yourself easier to replace. To survive, you must learn to use AI as an "interlocutor" that frees you to do the one thing AI cannot: reflect.Key TakeawaysThe Wage Bill Reality: Knowledge workers now represent nearly half the workforce but over 70% of the wage bill, making the efficiency of the "Decision Factory" the single biggest management challenge of the century.AI is a Mode-Seeker: AI is mathematically designed to find the mode—the most frequent, average response. It will give you the "standard" approach faster than any human, but it cannot give you the "best" or "unique" approach.The Reflection Gap: In a study of "best and brightest" consultants, less than 1% actually practiced reflection on their work. This lack of "intellectual curiosity" is what makes workers susceptible to AI replacement.The Outsourcing Trap: Companies often pay 7.5x the cost of a consultant because they have fixed "flat" structures and can't find the right 50 people for a project. The future belongs to project-based organizations.About Roger Roger Martin is a trusted strategy advisor to CEOs and the author of Playing to Win and The Design of Business. He is a former Dean of the Rotman School of Management and was named the #1 management thinker in the world by Thinkers50.Website: RogerMartin.comLinkedIn: Roger MartinTimestamps01:02 – Why the "Decision Factory" is more relevant in the age of AI.04:42 – Breaking down the Knowledge Funnel: Mystery to Heuristic to Algorithm.10:16 – The McDonald's Example: Turning a heuristic into a billion-dollar algorithm.13:43 – Why management is failing the 21st-century knowledge worker.23:28 – The "Sad Irony" of AI: Why managers are terrified of mystery work.35:58 – Understanding AI as a "Mode-Seeking Device".41:26 – The "Grief and Woe" of the 1% reflection rate.01:01:25 – Roger's personal origin story: Why his mother never gave him answers.ReferencesMartin, R. L. (2009). The Design of Business: Why Design Thinking is the Next Competitive Advantage. Harvard Business Review Press.Martin, R. L. (2010, July-August). The Execution Trap. Harvard Business Review, 88(7/8), 64–71. https://hbr.org/2010/07/the-execution-trapMartin, R. L. (2013, October). Rethinking the Decision Factory. Harvard Business Review, 91(10), 96–103. https://hbr.org/2013/10/rethinking-the-decision-factoryMartin, R. L. (2024, March 11). Strategy & Artificial Intelligence: A Story of Heuristics, Means, and Tails. Medium. https://rogermartin.medium.com/strategy-artificial-intelligence-6f719015b8fcMartin, R. L. (2025, March 24). Will Artificial Intelligence Eradicate Practitioners of Strategy? Medium. https://rogermartin.medium.com/will-artificial-intelligence-eradicate-practitioners-of-strategy-dead2f716e8dMartin, R. L. (2025, December 8). A Leader's Role in Fostering AI Superpowers. The Strategic Practitioner. https://rogerlmartin.substack.com/p/a-leaders-role-in-fostering-ai-superpowersMartin, R. L. (2025, December 15). Strategy & Artificial Intelligence: Entry-Level Hires. Medium. https://rogermartin.medium.com/strategy-artificial-intelligence-entry-level-hires-4da6cab808f0

Kouri RIchins’ defense team put on a fiery closing argument to jurors, insisting the prosecution did not prove Richins purchased Fentanyl and not did prove she gave it to her husband. The prosecution ended its rebuttal with this final, powerful command: “See through her facade, check her ambition, and do not let her get away with murder.“See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The prosecution put on an extremely effective closing today, giving a detailed timeline of what Kouri did NOT do to try and save her husband’s life and appealed to the jury’s common sense for why and how they claim Kouri poisoned her husband. As soon as the prosecution finished, the defense called for a mistrial. The judge denied that motion but did agree to re-instruct the jury after prosecutors compared RIchins to a black widow and discussed the facial expressions she was making throughout the trial. Next up, the defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, I found out that one of my kids' teachers unexpectedly lost her husband in a car accident. She's in her early 30s with a toddler, and when I was telling Ryan, I just started to cry. I don't often cry, so it surprised both of us a little. The truth is, I was crying for her — and for all of the heaviness that has been building in my heart for months. The political division, the international conflicts, the injustice — it has felt like a lot lately. My teenage son sometimes says to me when we talk about hard things, "Mom, why does life have to be so hard?" And I tell him, "I don't know, Buddy. But you're right — and I also know that it is beautiful too."This week's guest is Shannan Martin, bestselling author of the brand new book Counterweights, and she has a practice for holding both of those things at once. In this episode, you'll learn:

Kouri RIchins’ defense team put on a fiery closing argument to jurors, insisting the prosecution did not prove Richins purchased Fentanyl and not did prove she gave it to her husband. The prosecution ended its rebuttal with this final, powerful command: “See through her facade, check her ambition, and do not let her get away with murder.“See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The prosecution put on an extremely effective closing today, giving a detailed timeline of what Kouri did NOT do to try and save her husband’s life and appealed to the jury’s common sense for why and how they claim Kouri poisoned her husband. As soon as the prosecution finished, the defense called for a mistrial. The judge denied that motion but did agree to re-instruct the jury after prosecutors compared RIchins to a black widow and discussed the facial expressions she was making throughout the trial. Next up, the defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, Gretchen opens up about one of the hardest losses of her life, saying goodbye to Moose, her soul dog, best friend, and constant companion for nearly a decade. This is a raw, unpolished conversation about grief, love, heartbreak, and what it looks like to lose a dog who felt like family.She shares the story of Moose's final days, the devastating decision to let him go, and why being there for your pet in their final moments is the last act of love you can give them. Gretchen also reflects on the weight of grief, how lonely it can feel when life keeps moving around you, and the responsibility that comes with loving and caring for a dog so deeply.This episode is tender, honest, and incredibly emotional. If you've ever loved a pet, lost one, or are facing that heartbreak yourself, this one will stay with you.

Kouri RIchins’ defense team put on a fiery closing argument to jurors, insisting the prosecution did not prove Richins purchased Fentanyl and not did prove she gave it to her husband. The prosecution ended its rebuttal with this final, powerful command: “See through her facade, check her ambition, and do not let her get away with murder.“See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The prosecution put on an extremely effective closing today, giving a detailed timeline of what Kouri did NOT do to try and save her husband’s life and appealed to the jury’s common sense for why and how they claim Kouri poisoned her husband. As soon as the prosecution finished, the defense called for a mistrial. The judge denied that motion but did agree to re-instruct the jury after prosecutors compared RIchins to a black widow and discussed the facial expressions she was making throughout the trial. Next up, the defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grief hit me like a tidal wave, even with all my knowledge of the spirit world. This week, I'm talking with Samantha Rose, a ghostwriter for a famous medium, who lost her mother to suicide. She shares how she used her professional skills to reconnect with her mom through dreams and automatic writing, finding a way to forgive her and, ultimately, herself. This is a powerful conversation about the masks we wear, the courage to ask for help, and the profound realization that love doesn't end when a life does. 00:00 – A Ghostwriter's Sudden Loss 04:11 – The Phone Call That Changed Everything 08:47 – Grieving a Suicide: The Unanswered Questions 13:52 – From Ghostwriter to Connecting with Spirits 18:20 – Finding Answers Through Writing 24:31 – Giving Up My Own Ghost 26:46 – Understanding Her Mother's Pain 33:09 – The Dream Dialogue: Letting Go 37:50 – Keeping Their Memory Alive 42:15 – Co-Writing a Book Across the Veil 44:14 – We All Have Access to Loved Ones 46:45 – Life After Giving Up the Ghost LEARN MORE ABOUT SAMANTHA ROSEhttps://www.amazon.com/Books-Samantha-Rose-Rebecca-Rosen/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ASamantha%2BRose%2BRebecca%2BRosen JOIN MY COMMUNITY In The Space Between membership, you'll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You'll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join! Click here to find out more --> https://shorturl.at/vVrwR Stay Connected: - Instagram - https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc- Facebook - https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9- YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt- Website - https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt Life, Death & the Space Between Dr. Amy RobbinsExploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means. Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death & the Space Between.**Brought to you by:Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive ProducerPodcastize.net | Audio & Video Production | Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this thought-provoking episode of the Secret Life Podcast, host Brianne Davis-Gantt delves into the often-overlooked dimensions of grief that accompany personal growth and healing. Drawing from her extensive experience, Brianne explores seven unique types of grief that many individuals face but rarely discuss. From the grief of who you had to become for survival to the pain of outgrowing relationships, she provides a compassionate and insightful perspective on these complex emotions.Brianne emphasizes that healing is not merely about moving on but involves a deep mourning of the identities and connections we've had to let go of. She guides listeners through the process of recognizing these hidden griefs, encouraging self-reflection with poignant questions that provoke thought and introspection. This episode is a powerful reminder that grief is not solely tied to loss but can also stem from transformation and the journey toward becoming your authentic self.Join Brianne as she navigates the intricate landscape of grief, offering wisdom and encouragement for those embarking on their healing journeys. This episode is essential for anyone seeking to understand the emotional complexities of growth and the importance of embracing grief as a part of the healing process.

What happens when life keeps knocking you down — job loss, divorce, the death of a child, a failing business, a spinal crisis — and you keep getting back up anyway? In this powerful episode, Dr. Debi sits down with Jarrod Barakett , President of Light Systems, to explore one of the most remarkable resilience stories you'll ever hear. Jarrod Barakett's journey is a masterclass in accountability, forward-focused thinking, and the healing power of frequency — and his message will stay with you long after the episode ends.  About Jarrod Barakett   Jarrod Barakat is the President of Light Systems, a global wellness technology company with centers in dozens of countries worldwide. Jarrod has rebuilt his life multiple times through tragedy, betrayal, and loss. He's a passionate advocate for personal accountability, intentional living, and the body's innate capacity to heal.  What You'll Hear in This Episode  How a jealous boss ended Jarrod's 30-year career in golf — and what he did the very next morning that set the tone for everything that followed  Why Jarrod refused to ask "why me?" and instead asked "what's next?" — and the visualization practice his father taught him at age 8 that made this possible  The devastating loss of his 12-year-old daughter in a boating accident in 2018, and how he found the will to keep going  How a business partner's addiction cost Jarrod what was meant to be his retirement — and why he still refuses to see himself as a victim  The spinal crisis that left him facing potential paralysis, and the technology that helped him return to the gym at week 10 (when doctors said wait six months)  Why Jarrod tried three therapists and found that his support network of close friends and family served him better — and what that teaches us about finding the right healing path for you  The concept of personal accountability as a healing tool: how Jarrod came to understand that the frequency we put out shapes everything around us  Key Takeaways  Betrayal doesn't have to define your trajectory. Jarrod was fired by a jealous boss after a 30-year career. His response: shower, get dressed, go to the "office" — even when the office was an unfinished basement. He never stopped showing up.  Forward focus is a decision. The lesson Jarrod taught his daughter — and lives himself — is to stop thinking about what was and start thinking about what will be. It sounds simple. It isn't. It's a daily, intentional choice.  Grief doesn't have a timeline, but responsibility doesn't pause. After losing his daughter, Jarrod returned to work within two weeks — not because he was healed, but because his family needed him. He shares this honestly, without pretending it was the right call, but with deep insight into what kept him moving.  Your support system is everything. When tragedy strikes, the people you've invested in over a lifetime show up. Fifty friends flew in from Montreal and Boston for his daughter's funeral. That network was decades in the making.  You are 100% accountable — and that's actually empowering. Jarrod's most powerful insight: if you are fully accountable for every outcome in your life, then you are also fully capable of changing your future. The power is yours.  The body responds to frequency. After emergency spinal surgery, Jarrod discovered Light Systems technology — and went from excruciating post-surgical pain to training in the gym at week 10. The body knows how to heal when we give it what it needs.  Resources & Links  Find Jarrod on Instagram: @ JarrodBarakett   Learn more about Light Systems technology and find a center near you: lightsystems.com  If This Episode Resonated With You...  If you've experienced betrayal — whether by a person, a business partner, or life itself — and you're wondering how to find your way through, this conversation is proof that the human spirit is more resilient than we imagine. Share this episode with someone who needs it today.  When life delivers blow after blow — job loss, divorce, the death of a child, business betrayal, spinal surgery — how do you keep getting back up? Jarrod Barakett shares his raw, remarkable story of resilience, accountability, and healing through the power of frequency and forward-focused thinking. 

In this powerful episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, Joy sits down with Kari Davis to share her deeply moving story of faith, grief, healing, and restoration. Kari's life changed suddenly when her husband suffered a devastating brain hemorrhage, leaving her widowed with three young children. In the midst of overwhelming grief, uncertainty, and heartbreak, Kari had to navigate not only the pain of loss but the responsibility of leading her family forward. Yet through that painful season, God began reminding her of something she never expected — that she was still allowed to dream again. Today, Kari shares how God walked with her through the process of doing the necessary “soul work” to heal her mind, will, and emotions. Through intentional healing, faith, and surrender, Kari experienced profound restoration. She is now remarried and part of a beautiful blended family, living proof that God truly does bring beauty from ashes. Kari now has a heart for encouraging women who have experienced grief, heartbreak, or loss to lean into the healing process and trust that God is still writing their story. ✨ In this episode, we talk about: • Navigating the sudden loss of a spouse • Processing grief while raising young children • The importance of doing the deep soul work required for healing • Learning to dream again after devastating loss • How God restores broken places and creates beauty from ashes • Finding hope and purpose after grief If you've experienced loss, heartbreak, or a season that changed your life unexpectedly, this conversation will remind you that healing is possible and restoration is part of God's story for you. Your pain is not the end of your story. God is still writing something beautiful. SCRIPTURES REFERENCED:  EZEKIEL 37:1-4 1 PETER 5:10  CONNECT WITH KARI HERE    NEW RESOURCE: COMFORT IS COSTING YOU 7 DAY SYSTEM

What helps when life suddenly becomes something you never planned for?In today's episode of We Didn't Plan For This, Adrienne shares where she is now after the sudden loss of her husband, Brian.If you listened to Episodes 164 and 166 of How Yoga Changed My Life a Podcast, you already know the story of what happened. But this episode isn't about retelling that story.It's about what comes next.Grief rearranges your priorities whether you're ready or not.Adrienne reflects honestly on the reality of grief — navigating loss while raising her daughters, facing unexpected financial challenges, and stepping into a life she never imagined.She shares the practices that are helping her move through this season, including meditation, breath work, community support, lowered expectations, and gentle movement.These practices aren't fixing grief. But they are helping her continue showing up, one breath at a time.In each episode, we wrap up with a short guided “pause before you get out of the car” practice — a moment to breathe, reset, and gather yourself before stepping back into your day.If you're navigating grief, loss, or a season you didn't plan for, this conversation is for you.Support the Smith FamilySeveral people have asked how to support our family during this time. For those who wish, a link is included below. Please know there is no expectation — your care and presence already mean so much.https://givesendgo.com/SmithfamilysatxSend a textWanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachangedFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.comThe theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other original yoga-inspired compositions by visiting bio.site/mcrworks. For the latest updates on upcoming events featuring his live music for yoga and meditation, be sure to follow @maryogamusic on Instagram.