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Air Date: 6/12/2026 Today we examine how America caused a loneliness epidemic by tearing down the places where people used to find each other, how big tech is offering AI as a lackluster substitute for connection, and how people are building the opposite of loneliness with block parties, labor unions, and community gardens. Full Show Notes Transcript Be part of the show! Leave a voice message, message us on Signal at the handle bestoftheleft.01, or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Members Get Bonus Shows + No Ads!) Use our links to shop Bookshop.org and Libro.fm for a non-evil book and audiobook purchasing experience! Join our Discord community! TOP TAKES KP 1: How Capitalism Causes Loneliness Part 1 - Second Thought - Air Date 6-2-23 KP 2: Anthropic Discovers the Axis of Evil, and AIs Loneliness Economy - The AI Fix - Air Date 2-3-26 KP 3: The Political Economy of Love Attention, Affection, & What Capitalism Can't Buy Part 1 - Rev Left Radio - Air Date 1-19-26 KP 4: What Do We Mean by Humane Tech Part 1 - Your Undivided Attention - Air Date 6-4-26 KP 5: Stone Soup A Recipe for Community Organizing Marina Barnett Part 1 - TEDxWidenerUniversity - Air Date 10-24-22 KP 6: The Simple Habit for a Happier Social Life Nicholas Epley Part 1 - TEDTalks - Air Date 5-19-26 (00:49:32) NOTE FROM THE EDITOR Why the Left Needs to Have More Fun to Build Real Power My commentaries on YouTube - Share them! DEEPER DIVES (00:59:32) SECTION A: THE LONELINESS WE LIVE IN A1: Loneliness - Capitalism's Collateral Damage - Democracy At Work - Air Date 8-29-22 A2: How Capitalism Causes Loneliness Part 2 - Second Thought - Air Date 6-2-23 A3: Loneliness - Capitalism's Collateral Damage Part 2 - Democracy At Work - Air Date 8-29-22 A4: The Political Economy of Love Attention, Affection, & What Capitalism Can't Buy Part 2 - Rev Left Radio - Air Date 1-19-26 (01:29:54) SECTION B: AI COMPANION MACHINE B1: Can AI Companionship Cure Loneliness – or Deepen It Part 1 - PBS NewsHour - Air Date 2-27-26 B2: People Are Lonelier Than Ever. Enter AI. - Your Undivided Attention - Air Date 5-30-25 B3: The Dark Side of AI Companions, and the 1930s LLM - The AI Fix - Air Date 5-5-26 B4: What Do We Mean by Humane Tech Part 2 - Your Undivided Attention - Air Date 6-4-26 B5: Can AI Companionship Cure Loneliness – or Deepen It Part 2 - PBS NewsHour - Air Date 2-27-26 (02:18:26) SECTION C: REFRACTIONS AND REACH-OUTS C1: Gladiators, Real Housewives and the Pull of Reality TV Part 1 - Throughline - Air Date 4-30-26 C2: If Hope Is a Muscle, Then How Do I Build It Part 1 - How to Survive the End of the World - Air Date 4-10-26 C3: Gladiators, Real Housewives and the Pull of Reality TV Part 2 - Throughline - Air Date 4-30-26 C4: If Hope Is a Muscle, Then How Do I Build It Part 2 - How to Survive the End of the World - Air Date 4-10-26 C5: The Simple Habit for a Happier Social Life Nicholas Epley Part 2 - TEDTalks - Air Date 5-19-26 (02:58:25) SECTION D: BUILDING IT BACK D1: Stone Soup A Recipe for Community Organizing Marina Barnett Part 2 - TEDxWidenerUniversity - Air Date 10-24-22 D2: How People Are Combatting Loneliness with Community Connections - The Newsfeed - Air Date 5-22-26 D3: Solo How Do We Make the Left Fun Again - The Bardo Podcast - Air Date 3-10-26 D4: Being Human with Marshall Ganz Part 1 - Practical Wisdom for Leaders - Air Date 5-20-26 D5: Biko Koenig, Worker Centered Allyship & Action in the Contemporary Labor Movement (Oxford UP, 2024) Part 1 - In Conversation An OUP Podcast - Air Date 3-11-26 D6: Being Human with Marshall Ganz Part 2 - Practical Wisdom for Leaders - Air Date 5-20-26 D7: Biko Koenig, Worker Centered Allyship & Action in the Contemporary Labor Movement (Oxford UP, 2024) Part 2 - In Conversation An OUP Podcast - Air Date 3-11-26   Produced by Jay! Tomlinson Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com Listen Anywhere! BestOfTheLeft.com/Listen Listen Anywhere! Follow BotL: Bluesky | Mastodon | Threads | X Like at Facebook.com/BestOfTheLeft Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com    

Barbara Butcher, former death investigator for the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME), joins us today to talk about her legendary career and speculate on the death of Jeffrey Epstein… WELCOME TO CAMP!

Hello, everyone! If you are a reader, this is the episode for you! I am with my book-loving friend Paula, who shared her book recommendations with us last year! She's thankfully agreed to indulge me with a podcast, and from my research, her list is pretty good! Please know that I provide nothing other than an occasional question of verification or a hearty laugh. It was the best decision, trust me. Paula is a pro, and she didn't really need to know that I'm currently reading the Throne of Glass series. For the third time. EPISODE NOTES: PAULA'S CHOICES Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman (cozy mystery) Thursday Murder Club (on Netflix) Theo of Golden by Allen Levi (fiction) Sociopath by Patric Gagne (memoir) Have More Fun by Mandy Arioto (non-fiction) The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger (literature) The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles (historical fiction) Where the Light Fell by Philip Yancey (Christian memoir) Colony by Anne Rivers Siddons (fiction) The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (fiction) Ordinary Time: Lessons Learned While Staying Put by Annie B. Jones (essays) SHOW NOTES: Subscribe to Podcast: iTunes or Android Follow Me: Instagram, and Twitter Audio Player

Welcome to another inspiring episode of MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business! In this episode, host Jennifer Glass is joined by the dynamic Eileen Head—a renowned intuitive coach, Enneagram specialist, hypnotherapist, and Reiki master—who brings her wisdom and personal experience to the table to help women, particularly those over 50, rediscover and manifest the lives they truly desire.Jennifer and Eileen dive deep into the concept of manifestation, demystifying what it really means to create your dream life and how to navigate the challenges that often come with major life transitions. Eileen opens up about her own transformation: after decades in a marriage that left her yearning for more, she bravely charted a new course, investing in self-growth and eventually building a joyful, vibrant lifestyle that now has her living half the year on the beaches of Mexico.Listen in as they discuss the practical steps and mindset shifts necessary for manifestation—from letting go of outcomes and healing past traumas to using the Law of Attraction, crafting clear vision boards, and developing powerful daily mantras. Eileen shares actionable tools for dealing with limiting beliefs, cultivating gratitude, and vibrating at a higher frequency to attract abundance and happiness.This episode is packed with stories, practical advice, and genuine encouragement for anyone—whether you're facing a “should I stay or should I go” moment, seeking deeper relationships, or longing for new adventures. Eileen's approach is compassionate and empowering, reminding listeners that no matter where you are in life, you have the choice and the power to design a fulfilling and joyful future. If you're ready to step into your best self and manifest new possibilities, don't miss this thoughtful and uplifting conversation!About my guest: Using the Law Of Attraction and Manifesting practices, Eileen Head mentors you to Live Your Best Life, Thrive and Have More Fun! Eileen is an Intuitive, Enneagram Personality Pattern & Relationship Coach, Speaker, Hypnotherapist, and Reiki Master. Whether you are looking to experience your bucket list, attain your ideal career, deepen your relationship, or attract your ideal partner, she teaches you how to release patterns that are sabotaging you so that you can raise your consciousness and manifest your dreams. Connect with Eileen on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and on the web at https://eileenhead.com and don't forget to check out Eileen's gifts for you at https://eileenhead.com/gifts.Keywords: women over 50, manifesting dreams, law of attraction, manifestation process, positive mindset, limiting beliefs, Enneagram personality, self-growth, life design, inner work, healing past traumas, happiness, high vibration, vision board, bucket list, ideal career, relationship coaching, hypnotherapy, Reiki master, spiritual awakening, confidence building, self-empowerment, gratitude practice, abundance mindset, money mantras, lifestyle change, life transitions, growth mindset, personal transformation, finding purpose

Ready to feel more alive in your life again?  Do you ever feel like you're moving from one thing to the next without feeling what it's like to be doing those things? Almost like you're programmed from the outside, do this then do that? And then what, at the end of the day you're like, okay bedtime. All to rinse and repeat the next day?  Been there, done that.  Many of us feel like we have one setting: GO! And no matter whether we're on vacation or in a regular week, it's go go go until all those things on our to do list and people in our lives are taken care of. Like we have a constant buzzing in the background. Well guess what, that's exhausting!!!!

Ready to feel more alive in your life again?  Do you ever feel like you're moving from one thing to the next without feeling what it's like to be doing those things? Almost like you're programmed from the outside, do this then do that? And then what, at the end of the day you're like, okay bedtime. All to rinse and repeat the next day?  Been there, done that.  Many of us feel like we have one setting: GO! And no matter whether we're on vacation or in a regular week, it's go go go until all those things on our to do list and people in our lives are taken care of. Like we have a constant buzzing in the background. Well guess what, that's exhausting!!!!

In Episode 79 of Land to Lots™, Carter talks with Shannon Waller—author, speaker, podcast host, Team Success Coach, and Director at Strategic Coach—about the key ingredients of team success.   In this episode, you'll learn:  What team success really means  The most challenging aspects of developing effective teams  The concept of Unique Ability® and Unique Ability® teamwork  Multiplication by Subtraction as a growth strategy  What a Kolbe Score is—and how it can help you build a stronger team  Show Notes Shannon Waller Contact Information: W – www.strategiccoach.com E – Shannon.Waller@strategiccoach.com  Books: The Team Success Handbook Multiplication by Subtraction Unique Ability 2.0 Superpowered: The Secret That Helps Every Entrepreneur Eliminate the Suck, 10X Their Impact, and Have More Fun in Work and Life  Podcasts: Shannon Waller's Team Success Inside Strategic Coach  Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project:  Prepare a Special Tax District Bond Analysis for your Project – If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TX, UT, WA contact  Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and have Launch prepare an initial bond analysis for your project.    Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create certainty and flexibility related to your project's infrastructure financing by having Launch professionals prepare handcrafted favorable financing language for inclusion in your Annexation and/or Development Agreement. Perform The RED Analysis™ on your Project – We have developed a unique process at Launch called The RED Analysis™ in which we perform a diagnostic review of your project to determine possible ways to Reduce, Eliminate and Defer infrastructure construction costs in order to enhance project returns.   Track Your Reimbursable Costs Utilizing The Launch Reimbursement System™ (“LRS”) – Never lose track of your district eligible reimbursable costs and have Launch manage your district's costs reimbursement tracking, preparation of electronic reimbursement submittal packages and processing of your reimbursement requests with the district, jurisdiction and/or agency.  Complimentary Offers for Land to Lots™ ListenersComplimentary Land to Lots book: https://www.launch-mpc.com/offer Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis:  https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160 Get all the shownotes here Learn more about Launch Development Finance Advisors Connect with Carter Froelich Connect With Launch Development Finance Advisors Carter Froelich – 480-828-9555 / carter@launch-dfa.com Carter Froelich hosts the Land to Lots™ podcast powered by Launch Development Finance Advisors. Carter shares how he and his team help their clients finance infrastructure, reduce costs, and mitigate risks all with the goal of enhancing project profitability.

Is “fun” missing from your busy working mom life? In this honest and heartfelt episode, Katelyn Denning opens up about her own journey from being the serious, task-focused mom to becoming someone who laughs, dances, and plays — without sacrificing her career or responsibilities. If you've ever felt like there's no space for fun between meetings, meal prep, and managing your family's schedule, this one's for you. Learn how fun isn't something you're born with — it's something you practice.   Whether you feel like you've forgotten how to have fun or just need a gentle nudge to reclaim it, this episode will help you see that joy, silliness, and playfulness can live alongside your to-do list.   ==========================  

Discover Craig Parks' groundbreaking Parenting A to E method—where body, voice, music, and ritual create deeper parent child bonds.Craig Parks is the founder of Parenting Harmony and the creator of the Parenting A to E: From Stress to Smiles method — a heartfelt, practical approach that helps overwhelmed parents turn chaos into connection and the everyday into something unforgettable. Drawing on years of experience as a parent, educator, and musician, Craig gives parents simple, soulful tools that build deep relationships, lasting memories, and more joy in the precious early years of childhood.⏳Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Parenting Harmony06:31 The Power of Music in Parenting15:57 Encouraging Exploration and Curiosity21:11 Prioritizing Parental Well-being26:50 The Importance of MeditationStress Less & Have More Fun with Your Kids! https://parentingharmony.com/checkout-stress-less-and-have-more-fun-with-your-kids

My guest today is Sara Furlong. Sara is a writer, author, story editor and creative director with twenty years of experience. As a graduate of the Radio and Television Arts program from The Toronto Metropolitan University, Sara received her education from the best in the business and has gone on to work as a professional writer in many different aspects of the media industry. As an advertising writer and creative director, Sara has created hundreds of commercials with her company, WhirlyGig Creative Inc. She has been featured as an expert on TV and podcasts and enjoys sharing family travel through the lens of accessibility on her social media platform, Have More Fun. Sara is also a prolific children's book author. Her “Every Brain is Beautiful” picture book series has been read thousands of times and won several awards. It has remained a top seller on Amazon since its release in July 2023 and has received a favourable Kirkus Review. Also, her middle-grade novel, Do You Know Who Killed Me?, was included in the Canadian Children's Book Centre's Best Books for Kids and Teens Fall 2023 edition, and several of her other books have won awards and been bestsellers. Sara's unique experience and ability to tell engaging stories is what drew her to her Storyay, which she knows will be the next big thing in Children's literature. In this episode we discuss Whirlygig Creative, writing, publishing and children's literature.Website - http://whirlygigcreative.com/IG - https://www.instagram.com/_havemorefun/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-furlong-warren-560b969/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@whirlygigcreative9918In this episode you will learn:1. How to navigate the business side of writing and being a writer2. Ways to overcome those nasty creative blocks when they pop up for you.3. Why it's so important to embrace your unique voice and the impact that can have in the world. “So one of the things that I find is really hard is that business side of it. So a lot of times authors have this great story they want to get out, but then what do I do with it?” - 00:03:42“Every Brain is Beautiful was definitely the most powerful thing that has spawned in nine other books out of it, and had a much bigger impact than I expected." 00:24:35“Your goals are your own, and that is ok, so no matter what the world tells you your goals are supposed to be, you need to decide what works for you. ” 00:38:19

Do you hesitate to step into a leadership role, even when you know you have something valuable to contribute? You're not alone! Many people hold back, think it's not their job, or believe they lack the authority. But leadership isn't just for the top of the pyramid. In this episode, Shannon Waller discusses what “situational leadership” is and how you can make a real impact in your organization, no matter your title. Imagine being the go-to person in your area of expertise, confidently guiding your team through uncertainty and change. Listen now for the five mindsets in team members from Liz Wiseman's book Impact Players that are keys to developing situational leadership. Download Episode Transcript Show Notes: Strategic Coach® defines leadership as: Providing direction Maximizing opportunities Providing strategies and solutions Everyone has an area of expertise, or Unique Ability®, where we can contribute, create value, and provide leadership. The executive assistant in charge of an entrepreneur's schedule is in charge of their entrepreneur's daily activities and can provide leadership on managing time and relationships. Five key points from Impact Players by Liz Wiseman: Do the job that's needed, not what's assigned. Step up and take ownership. Adapt and stay flexible. Make work easier for others. Deliver with a finish line mentality Casting Not Hiring's 4 x 4 Casting Tool™ measures four quadrants of success: Performance: being alert, curious, responsive, and resourceful Results: what is faster, easier, cheaper, or has a bigger impact Being A Hero: four projects to focus on next quarter What Drives You/Others Crazy: behaviors you want to avoid Permission to speak up and make suggestions is not saying, “My way is the right way.” Resources: Unique Ability) PRINT®: Take the PRINT survey). Abundance 360, by Peter Diamandis Superpowered: The Secret That Helps Every Entrepreneur Eliminate the Suck, 10X Their Impact, and Have More Fun in Work and Life by Shannon Waller, Ryan Cassin, and Steven Neuner Impact Players: How to Take the Lead, Play Bigger, and Multiply Your Impact by Liz Wiseman

In this mini episode, Bradley shares his two April Fools pranks he did with his Play Chi Ball (https://playchiball.com) and Majik Kids (https://majikkids.com) audiences. He got a lot of fun responses and even some local media exposure! The moral of the story: HAVE MORE FUN!

Using the Law Of Attraction and Manifesting practices, Eileen Head mentors you to Live Your Best Life, Thrive and Have More Fun! Eileen is an Intuitive, Enneagram Personality Pattern & Relationship Coach, Speaker, Hypnotherapist, and Reiki Master. Whether you are looking to experience your bucket list, attain your ideal career, deepen your relationship, or attract your ideal partner, she teaches you how to release patterns that are sabotaging you so that you can raise your consciousness and manifest your dreams.She mentors you to unlock your true potential and fire the alchemy of the Law of Attraction to manifest more Love, Adventure and Fun. Contact Eileen Head:W: https://eileenhead.com/Live Your best Life Call https://eileenhead.com/free-call/Free Enneagram Test https://eileenhead.com/free-personality-test/Dr. Kimberley Linert Speaker, Author, Broadcaster, Mentor, Trainer, Behavioral Optometrist Event Planners- I am available to speak at your event. Here is my media kit: https://brucemerrinscelebrityspeakers.com/portfolio/dr-kimberley-linert/ To book Dr. Linert on your podcast, television show, conference, corporate training or as an expert guest please email her at incrediblelifepodcast@gmail.com or Contact Bruce Merrin at Bruce Merrin's Celebrity Speakers at merrinpr@gmail.com 702.256.9199 Host of the Podcast Series: Incredible Life Creator Podcast Available on... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/incredible-life-creator-with-dr-kimberley-linert/id1472641267 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DZE3EoHfhgcmSkxY1CvKf?si=ebe71549e7474663 and on 9 other podcast platforms Author of Book: "Visualizing Happiness in Every Area of Your Life" Get on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3srh6tZ Website: https://www.DrKimberleyLinert.com Please subscribe, share & LISTEN! Thanks. incrediblelifepodcast@gmail.com Social Media Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kimberley-linert-incredible-life-creator/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimberley.linert/ The Great Discovery eLearning Platform: https://thegreatdiscovery.com/kimberley

Change is a constant part of life, especially for teens. Whether it's something small like a schedule change or something huge like moving to a new school or dealing with a family breakup, change can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Joey Mascio breaks down two levels of change: the small, everyday disruptions, and the big, life-altering events. Learn how to roll with the punches, handle shifting friendships, navigate changes in family dynamics, and come out stronger.--My new course for tweens and teens, "Get Stuff Done and Have More Fun" is now live! It can only be accessed in my gamified mindset training app for teens, Sidekick to Hero. Go to www.sidekicktohero.com to start a two-week free trial.--Follow me on Instagram! www.instagram.com/sidekicktohero--Joey Mascio is a teen confidence coach and motivational speaker. He helps teens eliminate self-doubt, manage emotions, develop social skills, and achieve their goals. He was a middle school teacher and counselor for 7 years, a former Disneyland performer, and an experienced improv comedian. He uses his Masters in Education, Bachelors in Creative Writing, and two professional life coach certifications to teach powerful resilience tools and strategies to teens through humor and stories.

Are you overwhelmed by the daily grind, in a state of “suck,” with an overflowing inbox, double bookings, and a constant feeling of putting out fires? Ever thought about hiring an assistant but not convinced it's worth the money, time, and effort to bring one on board? In this episode of Team Success, host Shannon Waller sits down with Steven Neuner and Ryan Cassin, her co-authors of Superpowered: The Secret That Helps Every Entrepreneur Eliminate the Suck, 10x Their Impact, and Have More Fun in Work and Life. Shannon, Steven, and Ryan will shift your mindset about hiring an assistant so you can step out of the chaos and settle on nothing less than 10x growth and freedom. Download Episode Transcript Show Notes: Constant State Of Suck Many entrepreneurs can end up in a “constant state of fire drill” before they decide to hire an assistant. The setup for failure: “Most entrepreneurs show up in the worst possible, least collaborative, lowest energy state to go make one of the most important, most influential, most meaningful hires they're going to make in their business.” —Steven Neuner Mindset Shifts Required Before Hiring Steven coaches desperate entrepreneurs to shift their mindset to see hiring as an investment of time rather than an investment of money. Investing time to grow the relationship with a new assistant pays exponentially higher dividends down the road in both your business and personal life. Another important mindset shift is being courageous and vulnerable enough to let someone else see the backstage of your business. Entrepreneurial Executive Assistant This role requires the assistant to delegate and manage up, rather than the other way around. The assistant's Unique Ability® frees you to stay in your own Unique Ability lane. Entrepreneurs must think of their assistant as a partner on their growth journey, one in which the assistant will also be growing professionally and personally. Entrepreneurial assistants, like entrepreneurs, don't like getting bored; they will want to lead, take initiative, and be creative in areas outside of your Unique Ability. The Secret Many people think of an assistant as someone to whom they can delegate stuff they don't want to do. The “secret” is that your assistant can be your all-around support partner who can give you superpowers and help you expand what you think is possible. The Superpowered Scale Resignation Desperation Frustration Delegation Superpowered Impact On Entrepreneur Support Partners Leveraged support partners find opportunities to respond to challenges, grow, and achieve fulfillment in parallel with their entrepreneur. Many support partners grow into new responsibilities, new roles, and new connections in the organization. With so much core institutional knowledge, they can also become coaches and trainers for new hires. Onboarding Process For Support Partners First 30 Days: Know You Second 30 Days: Understand You Third 30 Days: Anticipate You Don't Settle For Faux Freedom Becoming Superpowered means going beyond the standard level of support to exploring a whole other dimension where 10x growth and freedom are possible. Read Superpowered: The Secret That Helps Every Entrepreneur Eliminate the Suck, 10x Their Impact, and Have More Fun in Work and Life for practical strategies on leveraging all the capabilities of an entrepreneurial executive assistant so you can expand your own freedoms. Resources: Buy Superpowered: The Secret That Helps Every Entrepreneur Eliminate the Suck, 10x Their Impact, and Have More Fun in Work and Life by Shannon Waller, Steven Neuner, Ryan Cassin Sign up for the free Superpowered resources Visit Ryan and Steven at superpowershq.com Strategic Coach

Are you looking to maximize your teamwork with your executive assistant? In this episode, Shannon Waller dives deep into the key strategies for a successful strategic partnership. From finding the right person to implementing daily habits and strategic planning meetings, you'll discover how to triple your productivity effortlessly and elevate your teamwork to superpower status! Download Episode Transcript Show Notes: Finding The Right “Who”: It's crucial to hire someone who thrives in a support role and complements your working style. Use tools like DISC and CliftonStrengths to ensure compatibility. Communication Builder: This tool helps identify communication preferences and patterns, preventing conflicts and fostering better teamwork. It's available for free at yourteamsuccess.com. Daily Meetings: Regular check-ins, ideally daily, help keep both parties aligned and focused. Starting these meetings with a Positive Focus® elevates your energy levels, boosts productivity, and enhances confidence. CC On Emails: Copying your assistant on relevant emails ensures seamless information transfer and task delegation. Access To Email And Calendar: Granting your assistant full access to your email and calendar allows them to manage your schedule effectively, freeing you up to focus on high-priority tasks. Appreciation: Regularly expressing gratitude and acknowledging each other's contributions strengthens the partnership and boosts morale. Strategic Planning Meetings: Holding these meetings every five to six weeks helps you plan and prioritize upcoming tasks and projects, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks. Resources: Books Superpowered: The Secret That Helps Every Entrepreneur Eliminate the Suck, 10x Their Impact, and Have More Fun in Work and Life by Ryan Cassin, Shannon Waller, and Steven Neuner Tools And Concepts The Team Success Toolkit Unique Ability® The Impact Filter™ Profiles The Kolbe A™ Index PRINT® Why of You CliftonStrengths® Working Genius® DISC Profile

So much to buzz about and man oh man were there fireworks this 4th of July when it comes to all the buzz I need to share. How to 4.0 your life you ask, HAVE MORE FUN! (oh, and wear the darn sunscreen)! Happy 4th everyone, see you next Thursday xx deana

Welcome to the Money Talks News Podcast. In this episode, we're talking about how you can have a good time without breaking the bank. Hey, we all need a little fun in our lives, right? What's the point of grinding it out at work, going home, fretting about money, and then sleeping? But here's the rub: The cost of having fun continues to rise at a faster pace than inflation, and that's keeping some of us home. So today is all about having a riot without breaking the bank. As usual, host Stacy Johnson is joined by financial journalist Miranda Marquit. Listening in and sometimes contributing is producer Aaron Freeman. Our special guest is Vee Weir, the host of the For Fox Sake podcast. Remember, even though we sometimes talk about money and specific investments on this show, don't take them as recommendations. Before investing in anything or making any money moves, do your own research and make your own decisions. You can download the episode wherever you get your podcasts: Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Google Podcasts Listen on Spotify Don't forget to check out our podcast page for more episodes designed to help you make the most of your money. Save money with frugal fun You don't need to spend a lot of money to have a good time. Vee has lots of great ideas for enjoying yourself without breaking the bank. Here are some of our best resources for saving money when trying to have a good time. 9 Tips to Tackle Your Financial Goals and Still Have Fun 11 Restaurant Apps That Offer Free Food and Drinks 12 Affordable and Fun Date Ideas 18 Best Staycation Ideas for Frugal Families 10 Secret Ways Frugal Travelers Slash Their Costs 17 Ways to Have More Fun for Less Money How to Have a Great Wedding on a Small Budget 10 Countries Where Retirees Have the Best Quality of Life The 15 Most Affordable Cities to Live in the U.S. 9 Affordable Streaming TV Bundles That Can Replace Cable 38 Affordable Experience Gifts for Everyone on Your List 7 Affordable Dinner Party Recipes That Guests Love How To Make an Affordable Charcuterie Board for Under $35 The 10 Most Affordable Places for Homebuyers 3 Affordable Mediterranean Havens 15 Most Affordable Cities for Family Vacations 7 Great Affordable Baby Shower Gifts 8 Places to Find a Discount Massage Other ways to save money on almost anything We've got lots of other ways to save money on almost anything. Check out these other resources on living frugal and making the most out of every dollar. How to Get High-Speed Internet Without Cable or a Phone Line 19 Streaming Services With Free Trials 15 Things You Should Always Buy at Yard Sales 5 Ways to Save Money That Few People Consider 4 Easy Ways to Save Hundreds of Dollars on Your Internet Bill 11 Ways to Score Free Stuff on Amazon 8 Ways to Do Laundry Smarter and Save Money Depression-Era Hacks and Frugal Living Ideas to Save Money Now 13 Things Frugal People Never Do Frugal Living Guide: How to Have Less Stuff and Save Money What to Do If You're More Frugal Than Your Spouse 10 Frugal Living Tips for Young Families 7 Strategies for Frugal Urban Living 12 Money-Saving Tips to Enjoy a Frugal Retirement Meet this week's guest, Vee Weir[caption id="attachment_476216" align="alignnone" width="1920"] Courtesy of Vee Weir / Money Talks News[/caption] Vee Weir is an award-winning, anti-capitalist personal finance content creator and business owner. Her main focus and mission is to challenge common money myths, dismantle barriers preventing access to financial information and examine how capitalism negatively impacts the working class. Her podcast, For Fox Sake, focuses on helping folks navigate late-stage capitalism through sustainable budgeting and realistic financial education. In the past eight years, Vee has amassed a following of over 35,000 online and has been featured in Forbes, Business Insider, CNBC and more. When she's not online, she spends her time hiking with her husband and three dogs in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado or sipping a mocktail with her nose in a Romantasy. Website Podcast Instagram Threads Don't listen to podcasts? A podcast is basically a radio show you can listen to anywhere and anytime, either by downloading it to your smartphone, or by listening online. They're awesome for learning stuff and being entertained when you're in the car, doing chores, jogging or riding your bicycle. 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Welcome to the Money Talks News Podcast. In this episode, we're talking about how you can have a good time without breaking the bank. Hey, we all need a little fun in our lives, right? What's the point of grinding it out at work, going home, fretting about money, and then sleeping? But here's the rub: The cost of having fun continues to rise at a faster pace than inflation, and that's keeping some of us home. So today is all about having a riot without breaking the bank. As usual, host Stacy Johnson is joined by financial journalist Miranda Marquit. Listening in and sometimes contributing is producer Aaron Freeman. Our special guest is Vee Weir, the host of the For Fox Sake podcast. Remember, even though we sometimes talk about money and specific investments on this show, don't take them as recommendations. Before investing in anything or making any money moves, do your own research and make your own decisions. You can download the episode wherever you get your podcasts: Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Google Podcasts Listen on Spotify Don't forget to check out our podcast page for more episodes designed to help you make the most of your money. Save money with frugal fun You don't need to spend a lot of money to have a good time. Vee has lots of great ideas for enjoying yourself without breaking the bank. Here are some of our best resources for saving money when trying to have a good time. 9 Tips to Tackle Your Financial Goals and Still Have Fun 11 Restaurant Apps That Offer Free Food and Drinks 12 Affordable and Fun Date Ideas 18 Best Staycation Ideas for Frugal Families 10 Secret Ways Frugal Travelers Slash Their Costs 17 Ways to Have More Fun for Less Money How to Have a Great Wedding on a Small Budget 10 Countries Where Retirees Have the Best Quality of Life The 15 Most Affordable Cities to Live in the U.S. 9 Affordable Streaming TV Bundles That Can Replace Cable 38 Affordable Experience Gifts for Everyone on Your List 7 Affordable Dinner Party Recipes That Guests Love How To Make an Affordable Charcuterie Board for Under $35 The 10 Most Affordable Places for Homebuyers 3 Affordable Mediterranean Havens 15 Most Affordable Cities for Family Vacations 7 Great Affordable Baby Shower Gifts 8 Places to Find a Discount Massage Other ways to save money on almost anything We've got lots of other ways to save money on almost anything. Check out these other resources on living frugal and making the most out of every dollar. How to Get High-Speed Internet Without Cable or a Phone Line 19 Streaming Services With Free Trials 15 Things You Should Always Buy at Yard Sales 5 Ways to Save Money That Few People Consider 4 Easy Ways to Save Hundreds of Dollars on Your Internet Bill 11 Ways to Score Free Stuff on Amazon 8 Ways to Do Laundry Smarter and Save Money Depression-Era Hacks and Frugal Living Ideas to Save Money Now 13 Things Frugal People Never Do Frugal Living Guide: How to Have Less Stuff and Save Money What to Do If You're More Frugal Than Your Spouse 10 Frugal Living Tips for Young Families 7 Strategies for Frugal Urban Living 12 Money-Saving Tips to Enjoy a Frugal Retirement Meet this week's guest, Vee Weir Vee Weir is an award-winning, anti-capitalist personal finance content creator and business owner. Her main focus and mission is to challenge common money myths, dismantle barriers preventing access to financial information and examine how capitalism negatively impacts the working class. Her podcast, For Fox Sake, focuses on helping folks navigate late-stage capitalism through sustainable budgeting and realistic financial education. In the past 8 years, Vee has amassed a following of over 35,000 online and has been featured in Forbes, Business Insider, CNBC, and more. When she's not online she spends her time hiking with her husband and three dogs in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado or sipping a mocktail with her nose in a Romantasy. Website Podcast Instagram Threads Don't listen to podcasts? A podcast is basically a radio show you can listen to anywhere and anytime, either by downloading it to your smartphone, or by listening online. They're awesome for learning stuff and being entertained when you're in the car, doing chores, jogging or riding your bicycle. You can listen to our latest podcasts here or download them to your phone from any number of places, including Apple, Spotify, RadioPublic, Stitcher and RSS. If you haven't listened to our podcast yet, give it a try, then subscribe. You'll be glad you did! About the hosts Stacy Johnson founded Money Talks News in 1991. He's a CPA, and he has also earned licenses in stocks, commodities, options principal, mutual funds, life insurance, securities supervisor and real estate. Miranda Marquit, MBA, is a financial expert, writer and speaker. She's been covering personal finance and investing topics for almost 20 years. When not writing and podcasting, she enjoys travel, reading and the outdoors.Become a member: https://www.moneytalksnews.com/members/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you ready to live your best life? Well, my friend. It starts TODAY.In this bonus episode, I'm calling your fun forward. It's time to start f**king around a whole lot more, because this is where you will get paid – in all things. Happiness, connection, strong relationships, pleasure, luxury, adventure, money – manifesting all of it starts when you say a huge heck yes to your own fun.Don't believe me? Well, how's not having fun been working out for you? How is being an overly serious and over responsible perfectionist treating you? How is being in a state of scarcity and lack and fear and imposter syndrome and "I can't" been bringing in the amazingness? Okay, maybe none of these things are really you, but I'll be so assertive to say that it is most people. And it's time to shake yourself out of this unconscious slumber! Because when we create our day-to-day lives from that energy, it reinforces the creation of an entire world of people who are building structures and a society that leads us to live in a way that is unsatisfying and all-out unhealthy. We have manifested the world we are in right now. We need to own that, and do something to change it.I'm not here for creating a crappy world for myself or future generations, and I'm guessing neither are you. So, whether you join Riselle and I at the spectacular Island Girl Awakening Retreat in St. Maarten Jun 4-9 or not, I hope this episode inspires you to start dreaming and to start stepping in. Because the world needs you to say a lot more hell yeses to your fun.To join the retreat, go to jenliss.com/retreat and it will redirect you over to Risselle's page. I'll be along for the whole ride with the group, and will be offering breathwork multiple days at the retreat. It's going to be an amazing, beautiful and absolutely transformative experience for all who join us.Mentioned in this episode:The Dream Makers PodcastFollow Claire Byrt on Instagram Support the showWant to work with me live, in person? I'll be on the island of St. Maarten for the Island Girl Awakening Retreat where I'll be joining The Traveling Island Girl, Riselle Celestina, for a week of transformative fun, adventure, LUXURY, and healing. If you're ready to say a huge heck yes to living your best life, this will be the experience for you. Apply to be one of the beautiful women to join us at jenliss.com/retreat. ---See the other ways you can work with me at jenliss.com Other ways you can support: Share an episode and tag Jen on Instagram @untetheredjen Follow/subscribe to get updates of new episodes Leave a review! Connect with Jen JenLiss.com @untetheredjen Music created and produced by Matt Bollenbach

Playfulness can improve your relationships, help you excel at work, and reduce stress. We explore a strategy shown to help you become more playful. Link to episode transcript: http://tinyurl.com/b5xc78r3 Episode summary: Patricia Mebrahtu used to have so much fun as a child. Now, as a medical assistant and mother of two young children, she found herself feeling burnt out and irritable. For our show, Patricia tried a practice to infuse more playfulness into her life. From singing karaoke with her family to playing in the rain, she tapped into her inner child. Through this practice, Patricia recognized the importance of taking time out for yourself, and that she can carve out opportunities to have fun and be playful, even as a busy adult. Later, we hear from psychologist René Proyer about the different types of playfulness, and how incorporating play can benefit our sense of wellbeing. Practice: Each day for a week, incorporate one playful activity into your routine – it can be anything you find enjoyable and playful. Every evening, write about the experience, and how it made you feel in the present moment. Today's guests: Patricia Mebrahtu is a mother and medical assistant in California. René Proyer is a psychologist from the Martin-Luther University Halle-Wittenberg. Learn about René's work: http://tinyurl.com/4sa9vye9 Follow René on Twitter: http://tinyurl.com/3x5986u6 Resources from The Greater Good Science Center: Can We Play? http://tinyurl.com/prhv22rf What Playfulness Can Do for Your Relationship: http://tinyurl.com/n9b3h7e4 Tuesday Tip: Play with Some Friends: http://tinyurl.com/mu837nwr More Resources on Being Playful: BBC - Playtime: Is it time we took 'play' more seriously? http://tinyurl.com/4jmx89vn NYT - Why We All Need to Have More Fun: http://tinyurl.com/335z4bdu Washington Post - Why it's good for grown-ups to go play: http://tinyurl.com/5w8shen TED - The Importance of PLAY in adulthood and childhood: http://tinyurl.com/4hsn9um4 How do you incorporate play into your life? Email us at happinesspod@berkeley.edu or use the hashtag #happinesspod. Help us share The Science of Happiness! Rate us on Spotify and share this link with someone who might like the show: http://tinyurl.com/up29j8zk

Today's podcast discusses: Who is Mandy Arioto? A review of her book Have More Fun How to get your mind ready for change How to incorporate more fun in your life and why Why we struggle with fun Fake fun vs healthy fun Ways Rebecca has incorporated fun in her life Check out Flylady on youtube for cleaning inspo Thanks for listening to the podcast! We'll be back next Thursday with another book review.    

If you haven't come across Bryan Finster before, you can thank me later. Bryan was one of a small enabling team of 5 people who introduced Continuous Delivery to over 18000 developers at Walmart. He is now working with Defence Unicorns to do the same kind of thing for the US Airforce. Adopting CD at scale is a complicated problem, but Bryan has done it repeatedly, and with intelligence, humour and whit. Amongst many other things, Bryan has started the parody site "Scaled Agile DevOps Maturity Framework" (SADMF) which is worth checking out it you would like a laugh.Here are a few quotes from Bryan: "Developing with CD is fun and productive: not developing with CD is like punching yourself in the face everyday" "It's hard to explain CD to people who have never done it. Like flying cars, If you've never seen CD done, it's hard to believe that it can be true." "Continuous Delivery is not the goal though, it is THE tool for your Excellence Strategy, and to secure your software." "Why do some people fail at adopting CD? You can't just hand people the tools without the training - they will hurt themselves."xx"STOP PUNCHING YOURSELF IN THE FACE"! Learn how to get the CD Mindset, Create Value and Have More Fun, with CD.Training course: "CD: Better Software Faster" ➡️ https://courses.cd.training/courses/c...Get Dave's award-winning book "Continuous Delivery: Reliable Software Releases through Build, Test, and Deployment Automation" ➡️ https://amzn.to/2WxRYmxBryan's Blog Site ➡️ / bdfinst Equal Experts is a product software development consultancy with a network of over 1,000 experienced technology consultants globally. They increase the pace of innovation by using modern software engineering practices that embrace Continuous Delivery, Security, and Operability from the outset ➡️ https://bit.ly/3ASy8n0

Today's podcast episode is about 4 easy steps to make a fun commitment in midlife. Interestingly, it's common to want more fun in your life but not have it. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/podcast/ep-338-4-easy-steps-to-make-a-fun-commitment-in-midlife/

Greg is the creator of The Midlife Male™, a weekly newsletter and podcast designed to help men navigate and maximize middle age to achieve a better quality of life. One of the top-rated “midlife” podcasts, it features CEOs, athletes, authors, chefs, coaches, entrepreneurs, celebrities and other high-performers. Greg is also the author of The Midlife Male: A No-Bullshit Guide to Help You Live Better, Longer, Happier, Healthier, Stronger, and Have More Fun in Your 40s and 50s (Which Includes More Sex and More Money, and What Guy Doesn't Want That?). At The Midlife Male™, Greg leans on his past experiences to guide compelling discussions and lead engaging conversations in what he calls “the 6 F's“: Family, Fitness, Finance, Food, Fashion and Fun. In this really entertaining episode, Greg takes time to share his story, from working in the film business as an assistant to Harvey Weinstein, through his time in the corporate world of insurance, right through to his passion for maximising Midlife. His reflections, insights and sheer vision for life and what he's learned, delivers some absolute gems. Connect with Eric: Instagram LinkedIn Website Podcast  Disclaimer: Important Notice The information provided in Share Podcast is for general informational purposes only. We are not experts in the discussed subjects, and our opinions are personal. While we aim for accuracy, we don't guarantee the completeness or reliability of the information. This podcast should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Always consult qualified experts for specific advice. We are not liable for any decisions made based on the podcast content. The opinions expressed are those of individuals and not representative of any affiliated entities. The content is protected by copyright and unauthorized use is prohibited.

Come and listen while Host Joyce Benning interviews extraordinary people on her Robust Lifestyles Podcasts only on the Divas That Care Network.  #DivasThatCare Eileen has learned to Thrive and Live Her Best Life! Eileen Head has been called The Relationship Whisperer. She is a Live Your Best Life Mentor, Intuitive, Transformational Life and Relationship Coach, Speaker, Author, Hypnotherapist, and Reiki Master. Mentoring you to unlock your true potential to raise your vibrational energy and harness the power of the Law of Attraction to Manifest your dreams. Whether you are looking to experience your bucket list, attain your ideal career, deepen your relationship or attract your ideal partner, she teaches you how to release blocks, limiting beliefs and patterns that are sabotaging you. Using the Law Of Attraction and Manifesting practices, Eileen mentors you to create the Live Your Best Life, Thrive and Have More Fun! Eileen offers you a FREE Call and a Personality Assessment. https://eileenhead.com/

#137: Health and wellness expert Liz Moody shares her top science-backed tactics to upgrade your life. They focus on actionable steps to achieve greater success, hacks to enhance gut health, methods to cultivate deeper relationships, and techniques to rewire your mindset to increase happiness. Liz Moody (@lizmoody) is a best selling author of two healthy cookbooks and the host of The Liz Moody Podcast: a research-backed wellness podcast that helps people live their healthiest and happiest life. Her latest book 100 Ways to Change Your Life comes out next week. Link to Full Show Notes: https://www.allthehacks.com/change-your-life-liz-moody Partner Deals Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Mint Mobile: $15/mo for unlimited wireless on the nation's largest 5G network Notion: Try Notion AI free to automate tedious tasks and streamline your work For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Liz Moody: Instagram | Podcast | Website Liz's Books: 100 Ways to Change Your Life: The Science of Leveling Up Health, Happiness, Relationships & Success (Preorder) Healthier Together: Recipes for Two–Nourish Your Body, Nourish Your Relationships Glow Pops: Super-Easy Superfood Recipes to Help You Look and Feel Your Best All the Hacks Episodes: #46 - Mastering the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication with Vanessa Van Edwards ATR2100x-USB Cardioid Dynamic Creator Microphone Rewind AI Full Show Notes (not final) (03:02) The Fresh Start Effect (05:24) Tips for Procrastination (09:36) Why You Should Never Say No to Yourself (14:35) The Importance of Gut Health (18:58) Tip to Upgrade the Foods You're Already Eating (19:50) Ways to Increase Your Energy Levels & Have Better Metabolic Health (22:16) How to Rewire Yourself to Be Happier (26:10) How to Make Better Decisions with Cognitive Off-Loading (30:35) Thoughts on Rewind AI (33:18) Ways to Deepen Your Relationships (36:17) How to Become a Winning Conversationalist (40:13) How to Have More Fun (41:14) Match Theory for Friendships & Dating (43:58) Why It's Important to Let People You Love Change Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor's Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Come and listen while Host Joyce Benning interviews extraordinary people on her Robust Lifestyles Podcasts only on the Divas That Care Network.  #DivasThatCare Eileen has learned to Thrive and Live Her Best Life! Eileen Head has been called The Relationship Whisperer. She is a Live Your Best Life Mentor, Intuitive, Transformational Life and Relationship Coach, Speaker, Author, Hypnotherapist, and Reiki Master.   Mentoring you to unlock your true potential to raise your vibrational energy and harness the power of the Law of Attraction to Manifest your dreams. Whether you are looking to experience your bucket list, attain your ideal career, deepen your relationship or attract your ideal partner, she teaches you how to release blocks, limiting beliefs and patterns that are sabotaging you. Using the Law Of Attraction and Manifesting practices, Eileen mentors you to create the Live Your Best Life, Thrive and Have More Fun! Eileen offers you a FREE Call and a Personality Assessment. www.eileenhead.com

TOPIC TIME CODES 0:42 – Introduction 1:50 – Ellen 3:12 – Dominique 5:55 – Origin Story 8:50 – Swiss Secrets 13:20 – The Five Dimensions 13:45 – The Intellectual Dimension 16:00 - The Physical Dimension 18:40 – Keys to Happiness 19:53 - The Emotional Dimension 22:35 - The Spiritual Dimension 26:10 - The Financial Dimension 29:10 – The Happiness Index 31:20 – 50+ Entrepreneurship 33:33 – How Gears Interact 36:00 – Insights About Ellen & Dominique 39:00 – Insights to Live By 44:10 - Parting Thoughts and Resources SOURCES: https://www.wakeupshakeupthrive.com/ whealthness.ch (Ellen)https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellenkocherwhealthness/ pointnorth.biz (Dominique)https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominiquebendhaou/  Resource Hub Freebies:  https://www.wakeupshakeupthrive.com/resources/Use CODE ICARE for COST-FREE THRIVE GUIDE ALIVE VIDEO SERIES: https://www.wakeupshakeupthrive.com/thrive-guide-alive/ BONUS CONTENT:Our Top 10 Ways to Have More Fun: 1) Set the goal of playing more. After all, what's the point of setting a goal like being thin, having more money or having your own busi­ness if you're not enjoying yourself?  2) Decide what fun means for you by making a list of things that you enjoyed doing as a kid. Go over your list and highlight what still sounds appealing. Then explore what you want to try!  3) Schedule time to play in your agenda, because if you don't schedule it, it's unlikely to happen.  4) Create a play drawer for those times when you need a break from life or work, and you just want to be silly. You might include puz­zles, board games, coloring books, Lego's — whatever inspires you!  5) Combine fun with other activities. Think of the things on your to-do list and then look for ways to combine them to make them more fun.   6) Have more fun at work. Brainstorm with colleagues how you can bring more fun and humor into the workplace.  7) Make playdates with your significant other to strengthen your relationship and keep playfulness alive.  8) Befriend a fun person because the people you relate with will have an enormous impact on your life.  9) Hang out with kids who innately know how to play and have fun.  10) Add creativity to daily activities such as singing while you cook or dancing while brushing your teeth.

Today on the podcast, Kaylan talks about having more FUN in the studio. We are artists because we love making art, it brings us joy and pleasure and feels good!  But, it is also our job, and sometimes the expectations we put on ourselves can stifle some of the light-ness and we lose sight of the joy that is the foundation of why we do what we do. In Episode #40 of Thriving Artists Podcast, How to Have More Fun in the Studio, connect with what you love about being an artist.   Kaylan's 4 Things That Connect to Fun in the Studio are: Set a Season for Fun: As busy artists who are working with timelines for shows, deadlines, and juggling other responsibilities we need to be aware of WHEN we can have some fun seasons in the studio and take note of them! Don't let an opportunity to tap into a less stressful time of creating pass by! Have Good Entertainment: Sometimes we need some non-distracting music or even silence in the studio when we really need to focus because a serious deadline is looming. When you are leaning into a fun studio session, find entertainment that matches the mood you are going for. This could be a fun podcast, audiobook, or even just upbeat music. Enter a FLOW: Limit distractions, put your phone in airplane mode, and just MAKE. Do a little advanced planning, pack a snack, and preserve that precious space to let loose free from responsibilities. Use Non-Precious Materials: One of the ways we can enter flow and have more fun in the studio is to use non-precious materials to play and experiment. Do a series of studies on cheap paper, use all your collage or scrap material, take a week to have fun in the studio while only using scraps of materials from your “more serious” work.    Head to thrivetogethernetwork.com to learn more about the Thrive Together Network all the various resources we have to offer! As always, we are here for you, we are cheering you on, and we believe in the work you are doing as thriving artists.  

In this episode, Antony Barone Kolenc speaks with blogger and book reviewer Steven McEvoy about the importance of book clubs for teens, and we review How to Get Better Grades and Have More Fun, by Stephen Douglass.

Welcome back to the podcast.This week, I will help you examine why you are scared to change your relationship with alcohol and why you love the Buzz so much. These two topics will help ease your worries about what you think you will experience if you work on cutting back on how much you are drinking. It all comes down to our minds and how it's wired to keep us the same and comfortable. When we want to change, our minds tell us how terrible and awful things could be. And it's not just around alcohol. Learning how to manage these fears is a skill everyone should know. Please tune in and apply what I'm teaching you in this episode, and HAVE MORE FUN while you cut back! Xo, AngelaI am super excited to be offering this SOBER retreat in Cancun, Mexico! Get the details here!https://www.angelamascenik.com/cancunretreat2023 Tags:Angela Mascenik, Angela stop over-drinking coach, become emotionally unattached to alcohol, drink less, do more, drink less wine, emotional drinking, emotional eating, how do I feel my feelings, how to cut back on how much I drink, how to feel classy, how to feel to stop over-drinking, how to feel your urges, stop over drinking coach, Stop over-drinking and Start Living podcast, stop over-drinking help for women, Alive AF, moderation, quitting, reducing your drinking, sober retreat, born to be alive, forest therapy, forest bathing, how to stick to your planned amount, scared of change, the buzz,

Welcome back, everybody. I had a whole other topic planned to talk with you about today and I've had to basically bench it because I feel so compelled to talk to you about this topic, which is the topic of having fun. Now, you might be having a strong reaction to this and maybe there's a bunch of people who didn't listen because the idea of having fun feels so silly when you are anxious and depressed. It feels like a stupid idea, a ridiculous idea. But the last few weeks have taught me such valuable lessons about mental health. I talk about mental health all the time. That's what I live and breathe pretty much. Sometimes when you have an experience—I keep saying it changes your DNA—I feel to a degree my DNA has been changed these last few weeks and let me share with you why.  For those of you who follow me on social media, you will know that in the last couple of weeks, I made a very last-minute trip to the United Kingdom. What happened was pre-COVID, I had booked tickets to visit London for a work event, and COVID happened. I had a certain amount of time to use these tickets, and I actually had thought that those tickets had expired on December 30th of last year. And then one Friday morning, I woke up and checked my email and it said, “You have 18 days until you depart.” I'm thinking, 18 days to depart, where? I haven't booked any tickets. Only to find out that my tickets were put on what's called an “open hold,” which meant they had just put a date to a trip knowing that I would log in and reschedule it when I was ready. It turned out to be three years later. And then I logged on and saw I have 19 days to use my ticket.  I went upstairs, I talked to my husband, and I said, “I have this ticket to the United Kingdom I've never been to. I would really love to go.” He said, “You should go. I think it would be really good for you. I'll stay home with the kids. You go.” That was the plan. I was going to go, I was going to keep working, I was going to see my clients, but when I wasn't working, I would go out and have British food and maybe go walk around London and maybe visit a castle or two. That was the plan. I was so excited.  I happened to mention it to my sister-in-law who I love, and I said, “Ha-ha, you should come.” She said, “Oh! No, there's no way I could come and I didn't think anything of it.” And then the next morning I woke up, she had messaged me and said, “I've changed my mind. I'm coming.” Now, there is a point to this story, which is, my first thought was, “Oh my gosh, that's so exciting.” My second thought was, “Oh my gosh, that is scary,” because my sister-in-law is the most wonderful human being and she loves to have fun. What was shocking to me is I started to notice I was going to pump the brakes on fun. No, no, no, no, no, no. Oh my gosh. Now quickly, of course, I said, “Come, I'm so excited.” We went, but that response was so interesting to me. What it was, was my anxiety did not like the idea that we were going to go and let loose. My anxiety did not like that inhibitory piece, that amygdala deep in my brain was like, “Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, pump the brakes. This is going way too fast for me.”  The reason I'm doing today's episode is I bet you that's what your brain does too. It wants to pump the brakes on fun and pleasure because it creates uncertainty and it creates vulnerability and it creates where things aren't in control anymore. Letting go and having fun is hard when you have anxiety. Letting go and having fun is hard when you have depression.  “Yes” Week We went and we called the week “YES week.” Actually, I called it “YES week” because I knew this was an exposure I needed to do. We made an agreement that if one person wanted to do something, both of us had to say yes. If someone wanted to try a food, and my sister-in-law loves to try all the different foods, we both had to say yes. It was such a deep exposure experience for me. A deep, oh my gosh, pleasurable. I don't want you to think it was all hard because the truth is, it was all pleasurable and I was so surprised at how my brain kept making problems out of having fun.  I'll give you another example. We're sitting at this Indian restaurant. We kept saying to the maitre d' or the people at the front desk, “Tell us the best Indian restaurant. Tell us the best high tea. Tell us the best place to go and have drinks. Tell us the best place to get scotch eggs. Tell us the best place to have Scottish pie. Tell us the best.” We kept saying that. We were sitting at this Indian restaurant and my sister-in-law was like, “We'll have one of those and one of those and one of those and one of those.” She's a foodie. I could even feel my body going like, “No, no, no, no, that's too much fun.” It's so interesting to me how my brain was pumping the breaks on fun and how when you have fun, again, after doing this for one week, I felt like my DNA was changed. I realized how-- I don't want to use the word controlling because I don't consider myself a controlling person, but how much my brain wants to monitor the amount of fun that happens and how much my brain's anxiety wants to raise alerts about the simplest things. We went to a million abbeys and I realized that I have this deep love for visiting churches and abbeys. Oh my gosh, I feel like my whole heart just shines bright. I'm not particularly a religious person at all, but just visiting these abbeys in these gorgeous places. And then she'll come up and she'll pull on my sleeve and she'll say, “Let's go do this extra tour.” My mind wants to be like, “No, no, no, no. We've done enough fun for one day.” She's like, “Let's go.” I'd be like, “Yes,” because we have to say yes.  There's this place called Duck & Waffle, which is a ‘70s nightclub restaurant. It was fabulous. She's like, “We should try that.” My brain kept going, “No, no. We just had some food before.” It was all these things and it was just keep saying yes to fun. Keep saying yes, keep saying yes. Yes week, that's what it was. I realized after a week of doing this how little power my anxiety had. I'm thinking about it. I'm just dropping down into it. You can see I'm slowing down. Now, number one, I want to acknowledge, you can't live like that forever. That was a vacation. I would never do that on a day-to-day basis because it's not realistic, it's not reasonable. We have to live a reasonable life. But I made a deal with myself as I was going back over Greenland. I was flying over Greenland looking at this huge snowy country and I was thinking, wow, I wish I lived in a country this beautiful. And then I was like, “Wait, I do.” You could start to practice being in the beauty of your country more. And then I started thinking, what would happen if I went home and I deeply enjoyed the food? Like I slowed down to actually take in the pleasure of the food. I mean, I think I do an okay job at this, but on vacation, like I said, we were practicing going, “Ooh, I love the flavor of this. Ooh, that's so soft and that's so sweet and that's so tender,” and all the things.  What if I actually really allowed pleasure and fun to tickle my senses here in my daily life? What if instead of making dinner like a serious mom, which I often do because I don't want to embarrass my children—what if instead I let myself dance more? What if I goofed off more? What if I enjoyed laughing more? What if I practiced and made a habit of implementing fun into my life on the daily? This is what I was thinking about, what's the ratio of work to fun in your life? I mean, I'm guessing you have either school or work or family or a mental health issue that you're managing or a medical health issue that you're managing. That's work. What's the ratio of work to fun? It made me really think like I have a wonderful life and I'm so grateful for my wonderful life, but the ratio of work to fun is not ideal. It's not where I want it to be. Once I had spent a week of just saying yes, yes, yes, and not letting fear ever say no, it was so cool because I had this accountability buddy right next to me. I realized like once I'd done that for a week, I wanted to keep it going. I didn't want to go back to pumping the brakes anymore. It's been such a beautiful gift that I had.  The Fun Habit Now, I'm going to encourage you to create a yes week or a yes day, or a yes hour. I just finished a book called The Fun Habit: How the Pursuit of Joy and Wonder Can Change Your Life. It's by Mike Rucker. A friend of mine encouraged me to read it after I had told her like I literally just had this date with fun. I had this exposure of fun. I had a yes week where we said yes to. If we wanted to sleep in, we slept in. If we wanted to read, we read. It was really beautiful. Again, I understand the privilege of having that experience, but I worked my butt off too. I needed that. I really, really needed that. My mental health really needed it and so forth. But the book is talking about how we have talked about and trained ourselves to be afraid of fun. We've demonized fun as if it's irresponsible or unnecessary or ridiculous or lazy.  I want to leave you today with the idea to plant a seed where you go and have more fun. I was thinking about it. For those of you who have anxiety disorders or depressive disorder, this is the biggest FU to anxiety. It's the biggest FU to depression. It's the biggest “Don't tell me what to do” when it comes to recovering from anxiety and depression. Is it going to fix it completely? No. I don't want to oversell it here. But is it a major game changer? Does it change the way we see the world? Does it increase the dopamine that gets released into your body? Does it make the hard work worth it? Yes.  I was thinking like, I was so excited to go back to work because I had a week of fun. If I had have done my original plan, which is where I worked while I was in London, and I just visited a little on the side, I wouldn't have been that excited to come back to work. But I was so excited to come back to work and I was so excited to sit down and talk to you on this podcast. I don't think that would've been the case if I had have pumped the brakes like I was planning to for that week. Have More Fun! There you have it. I'm going to ask you, please give you permission. Go and have more fun. Increase the percentage a few percent or 100% or 50% or 10%, whatever you can do. But do your best to implement pieces of fun into your daily life. It will literally change your DNA. Not literally, that's scientifically not true. Don't take that as literal. But for me, I felt like my DNA had been changed. I kept saying it. I'm like, “I feel like my DNA has something shifted in me.” It's because I realized even though I have so much joy in my life, I do still pump the brakes on fun and I want there to be more and I'm dedicating more time to fun and savoring pleasure.  So that's all I want to say. Go and have some fun, please. I'd love to hear about the fun that you're having. When fear shows up, try to confuse it by saying, “You know what, fear? You can be here and I'm going to go choose fun anyway.” Fun can be whatever it is for you. There's no right way of having fun and it doesn't have to be expensive here either. Like I said, a lot of the things that my sister-in-law and I did cost no money. It's just that we were saying yes to silly things. Some of it was even like cartwheeling in the underground train station or giggling at stupid things that are so silly and so immature, but having fun with it. Just have some fun. I love you. I hope you're having a wonderful day. It is a beautiful day to have fun is all I'm going to say to you today. I will see you next week. We have a very cool series coming up, which you are going to love, so stick around. I'll see you next week.

We bring our Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series to a close with the final Turtle story as envisioned thirty years ago by the original TMNT creators, Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. In The Last Ronin, we find the last living Ninja Turtle marching into a Foot Clan-occupied New York City, determined to end the fight that consumed his family. He's beaten, bruised, and maybe a little deluded. After all, the spirits of his three dead brothers haunt his waking world. As discussed in our Martian Manhunter episode, grief builds a monument in our hearts. His brothers are gone, but their lives still influence the remaining turtle's path. For better and for worse. The Last Ronin exposes a darkness fueling the family's mission and allows us to discuss aspects of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles that our previous episodes denied. Helping us understand the TMNT familial dynamics is Dawn Huebner, Ph.D., and her book "The Sibling Survival Guide: Surefire Ways to Solve Conflicts, Reduce Rivalry, and Have More Fun with Your Brothers and Sisters, illustrated by Kara McHale. Comic issues covered in this episode: The Last Ronin 1 - 5, produced by IDW Publishing from October 2020 to April 2022. It's based on a story by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, and Tom Waltz, with scripts written by Kevin Eastman and Tom Waltz. The comic is illustrated by Esau Escorza, Isaac Escorza, Ben Bishop, and Kevin Eastman. Layouts by Kevin Eastman. Colors by Luis Antonio Delgado with color assists by Samuel Plata and Ronda Pattison. Letters and design by Shawn Lee. Previous CBCC TMNT Episodes: CBCC Interviews Kevin Eastman CBCC on TMNT: The Movie w/Bryan Young CBCC on TMNT: The Mirage Studios Years CBCC on TMNT: The Archie Years Other Relevant Links: 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline Lone Wolf and Cub at the Alamo Drafthouse Howard the Duck Patreon Episode Chip Zdarsky Howard the Duck Intro If Books Could Kill: The Game The Last Ronin Patreon Episode The Last Ronin Oral History on Inverse Lisa talkin' Twilight on Comics Collective Brad talkin' The Last of Us on A Bite Of Don't forget! Check out the latest episode of The B&B Show, Brad's Picks the 10 Best Movies of 2022, HERE. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts. SUPPORT THE PODCAST BY JOINING OUR PATREON COMMUNITY. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Aaron Prescott @acoolhandfluke, podcast banner art by @Karen_XmenFan.

If you are feeling overwhelmed and exhausted like you are just going go go go, here is your reminder that you should slow down. Often, we can push past exhaustion by putting ourselves on autopilot. Today, I want you to slow down, pump the breaks, and enjoy life. Don't rush through life, it's all about the experience. It can sometimes seem impossible... right? So where should you start on your journey of self-love? To help you JUST START, I've put together a NEW Getting Started on Your Self-Love Routine Guide so you won't have to waste precious time.If you need more resources. Head over to the  THEGLITTER.ME and get your glitter on.Connect with Samantha

When the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cartoon erupted in popularity, Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird required a comic book that kids could flock toward, which could not be their original hyper-violent Mirage Studios series. In 1988, they partnered with the industry's most wholesome brand, Archie Comics, launching Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Adventures.  The second TMNT comic series began with strict adaptations of the cartoon but quickly swerved down far weirder avenues. Under the guidance of Ryan Brown and Stephen Murphy (aka Dean Clarrain), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Adventures tackled prescient environmental issues while testing the boundaries of what's acceptable as "all-ages" entertainment. In this week's episode, we jump into the far future, where the four brothers are no longer teenagers but Cyber Samurai Ninja Turtles! The Shredder poses no threat. Instead, the brothers must face off against Verminator-X, Craniac, and the disembodied brain of history's most wretched dictator. The "Dreamland" storyline in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Adventures reveals a family unit operating at peak form, but when danger reaches a crescendo, two brothers will be tested. Our heroes have aged, but they still fall into the same roles we've come to expect. The question becomes, are we forever shackled to the sibling roles we took on as children? Can our relationships with others break us free from deep-seated family tension? Helping us understand the TMNT familial dynamics is Dawn Huebner, Ph.D., and her book "The Sibling Survival Guide: Surefire Ways to Solve Conflicts, Reduce Rivalry, and Have More Fun with Your Brothers and Sisters, illustrated by Kara McHale.  Comic issues covered in this episode: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Adventures issues 62 - 66, published by Archie Comics between November 1994 and March 1995. These comics were written by Stephen Murphy and Chris Allan, penciled by Chris Allan and Gray Morrow, inked by Brian Thomas and Jon D'agostino, colored by Barry Grossman, and lettered by Gary Fields.  Relevant Links: CBCC Interviews Kevin Eastman CBCC on TMNT: The Movie w/Bryan Young CBCC on TMNT: The Mirage Studios Years We Wish You A Turtle Christmas Don't forget! We're screening Howard the Duck on the big screen at the Alamo Drafthouse in Winchester, Virginia. Done in collaboration with the Four Color Fantasies comic book shop. Get your tickets HERE. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts. SUPPORT THE PODCAST BY JOINING OUR PATREON COMMUNITY. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Aaron Prescott @acoolhandfluke, podcast banner art by @Karen_XmenFan.

Take some time to read or listen to a book for fun! Don't buy another self-help book to fix something that isn't broken. Don't see yourself as a continual self-improvement project. It is very easy to get stuck in these cycles of wanting to improve ourselves but that leads us to feel like we are not enough. Which leads to not enjoying our life as much. Taking this into consideration, you should buy a book that you want to devour for pleasure rather than for improving your knowledge. You cannot build your self-esteem by being stuck in the self-help cycle. I would like to know. What book are you going to read for the pure pleasure of it?It can sometimes seem impossible... right? So where should you start on your journey of self-love? To help you JUST START, I've put together a NEW Getting Started on Your Self-Love Routine Guide so you won't have to waste precious time.If you need more resources. Head over to the  THEGLITTER.ME and get your glitter on.Connect with Samantha

The best thing to do if you're overwhelmed and ready to give up is to simply delete everything from your to-do list. Keeping an eye on your environment, your thoughts, and your to-do list will help you determine what's really important and what's just busy work. While it may feel scary to remove things from that huge list of to-do's, the important items will get done in the end. It's time for you to declutter your life, delete the huge list, and have more fun and freedom. It can sometimes seem impossible... right? So where should you start on your journey of self-love? To help you JUST START, I've put together a NEW Getting Started on Your Self-Love Routine Guide so you won't have to waste precious time.If you need more resources. Head over to the  THEGLITTER.ME and get your glitter on.Connect with Samantha

Listen in to hear our most helpful tips, as we approach this holiday season, to create an authentically aligned and simple celebration that will hopefully leave us feeling more of the joy of the season rather than frazzled and exhausted by the new year.Some of the discussion points in this episode:Questions to ask before the season:What matters most to you this holiday season?What memories do you want to have after the holidays?Describe your ideal holiday season.Saying noto too muchsituations/relationshipsjobs/taskstraditions that no longer serve youManage expectations through clear communicationSay, "Thank you!" Then...Ask for what you want.Ask for help.The subtle difference between taking and receivingListen in to hear more about all of the above and what we're working through personally this time of year to continue celebrating in a way that feels true to us and leaves us with the memories we wish for most.Resources mentioned in this episode:Rose Loundsbury's tips:How to Simplify Thanksgiving (and Have More Fun!)How to Simplify Gifts (and Enjoy the Holidays More!)Previous episodes mentioned in this episode:Going to Nature with a Whole Heart w/ Jonah JensenSimplicity, Minimalism, and Finding Enough w/ Rose LounsburyReach out to Chris & Deb:Chris @bucketyourself on InstaDeb @imperfectprogress.me on InstaGet Deb's book HERE

Nearly forty years ago, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles sprung from the Jack Kirby and Frank Miller-obsessed brains of Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. Pop culture was forever altered. For the better. In this week's episode, we continue to explore the sibling dynamics between the four mutant brothers: Donatello, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. This time, however, we go back to the beginning, flipping through the pages of the first seven Mirage Studios issues. What we find within feels familiar and unfamiliar simultaneously. It's an emotionally rich and turbulent saga, an immigrant story involving revenge, mad scientists, and aliens. Not a single slice of pizza is present. Helping us understand the TMNT familial relationships is Dawn Huebner, Ph.D., and her book "The Sibling Survival Guide: Surefire Ways to Solve Conflicts, Reduce Rivalry, and Have More Fun with Your Brothers and Sisters, illustrated by Kara McHale.  Before we dig into this thick turtle soup, we must celebrate this year's Baltimore Comic-Con, our last convention of the season. We discuss the friends we caught up with, the past guests we finally met in person, the artists we stood in line for, and the comics we purchased. Every con has its unique vibe, and there is no other place on Earth like Baltimore Comic-Con. The two-dollar bins alone should entice your curiosity. Relevant Links: CBCC on TMNT: The Movie w/Bryan Young CBCC Interviews Kevin Eastman Comic issues covered in this episode: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 1 - 7 and the Raphael one-shot. All were written, illustrated, and toned by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. Issues 1 - 4 were lettered by Eastman and Laird, issues 5 - 7 were lettered by Steve Lavigne. The comics were originally published by Mirage Studios between May 1984 and March 1986.  Be sure to follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts. SUPPORT THE PODCAST BY JOINING OUR PATREON COMMUNITY. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Aaron Prescott @acoolhandfluke, podcast banner art by @Karen_XmenFan.

"You were expecting maybe the Addams Family?" After years of covering romantic love on the podcast, we're shifting gears by exploring sibling love, and we're doing that through the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Donatello, Leonardo, Michaelangelo, and Raphael - the four brothers raised by their Master Splinter in the art of invisibility. Insert the obligatory, "Cowabunga!" Our new four-part (maybe five-part, stay tuned) series begins with the 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie directed by Steve Barron, written by Todd W. Langen and Bobby Herbeck, and starring Judith Hoag, Elias Koteas, and a whole heap of actors, performers, and puppeteers as the brothers. When discussing the best comic book movies, the 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film must be in the conversation. However, why are we starting with the first cinematic adaptation rather than the original Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird comic books? The answer is simple. Our love affair with the Turtles began with the film, and it led us to the comics, which will be the subject of our next episode in our TMNT series. Our love expert guiding our conversation with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles will be Dawn Huebner, PHD and her book "The Sibling Survival Guide: Surefire Ways to Solve Conflicts, Reduce Rivalry, and Have More Fun with your Brothers and Sisters." Also joining us in this week's episode is our friend and TMNT obsessive, Bryan Young, aka "The Turtle Dork." Bryan has spent a lifetime contemplating the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and they've had a profound impact on his person. We discuss how his relationship with these characters has evolved and what lessons they still have to teach him today. When you're done with this episode, please follow Bryan Young's adventures on his Instagram, Twitter, Facebook Page, and Website. Two years ago, Kevin Eastman briefly joined the podcast for a quick conversation about the Turtles. So, technically, our TMNT Counseling Sessions began there. Click HERE to listen to that classic episode. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts. SUPPORT THE PODCAST BY JOINING OUR PATREON COMMUNITY. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Aaron Prescott @acoolhandfluke, podcast banner art by @Karen_XmenFan.

In this episode, we talk with Elaine Kochanowicz who is the mother of six, and the author of    Mom of Six Dies Laughing: How to Ditch Overwhelm & Mom Guilt, Feel More Connected & Empowered, and Have More Fun! In her book, she shares stories of her family, and kids, and will leave you laughing.  If you have kids, or even grandkids, and like to laugh this episode is for you.   Support the show

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Life is meant to be fun. Our purpose as a collective isn't to suffer but to find joy in the little things and live life in the present moment. In today's episode with Heather, we chat about her journey of remembering why she is here and how she is meant to serve the world. She… Continue reading What is Dharma and How to Have More Fun with Heather Love The post What is Dharma and How to Have More Fun with Heather Love first appeared on Welcome.

Learning how to amplify your passion in midlife is a skill you won't regret. The funny thing about focusing on your passion is that even though you want to, it's not always that easy to accomplish. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-248-5-easy-steps-to-amplify-your-passion-in-midlife/

Make More Money and Have More Fun as a LawyerIf you want to make more money and have more fun as a lawyer, you cannot miss this episode of The Inside BS Show.On today's show Dave Lorenzo and Steve Fretzin share some great ideas for growing a law firm and managing your practice. They also  talk about the value in creating a lifestyle practice.  If you want to get some great ideas and have a few laughs, you need to join us.Chapters00:00 Intro: Make More Money and Have More Fun as a Lawyer01:24 How a Plane Crash Inspired Steve to Do What He Does06:00 How Can a Lawyer Structure a Business to Live Life on His/Her Terms?09:00 The Myth of Working Hard vs. Working to Enable Your Lifestyle11:40 You Don't Get Extra Points for Doing Things the Hard Way13:00 Steve Debunks the Myth that You Can “Just be a Good Lawyer” and the Clients Will Come17:00 The Story of How Someone Bought into the Myth of Having Lots of Employees19:00 The Danger of Winging It23:15 What is the Value in Learning from Your Peers?28:00 What is the Value of Looking at The Practice of Law with Fresh Eyes?31:24 Why Do Failed Lawyers Go Into The Practice of Law? Should You Trust Them?35:30 We Don't Sell Professional Services Work. People Engage Us.38:30 Who is Steve's Ideal Client?Steve FretzinAuthor & Podcast HostBe That Lawyersteve@fretzin.com(847) 602-6911About Steve FretzinDriven, focused, and passionate about helping attorneys to reach their full potential, Steve Fretzin is regarded as the premier coach, skills trainer, and keynote speaker on business development for attorneys.Over the past 17 years, Steve Fretzin has devoted his career to helping lawyers master the art of business development to achieve their business goals and the peace of mind that comes with developing a successful law practice.In addition to writing four books on legal marketing and business development, Steve has a highly-rated podcast BE THAT LAWYER, and has been featured in the Chicago Tribune, Crain's, and Entrepreneur.com. He has appeared on NBC News, WGN Radio and has written articles for Attorney at Law Magazine, the National Law Review, the American Bar Association, and the Illinois State Bar Association. You can also find his monthly column in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin.

Most people think compatibility means liking the same music, having similar hobbies, making each other laugh, etc. but getting along well with someone and TRULY being compatible in a relationship are very different things.  In this episode we're talking about what compatibility REALLY means, in terms of:Negotiables vs. Non-NegotiablesGiving Up Parts of Yourself or Your LifeShared Values Future Goals Love-Ability If you've dated in the past or your dating now and you keep ending up in dead-end relationships,  it could very well be that you are missing key signs that you're not actually compatible for a long term relationship!  This episode will also help you look at past relationships and see exactly why they didn't work out, so you can avoid making the same mistakes again!CLICK HERE TO REGISTER for my FREE Masterclass, "Love Doesn't Have to Be So Hard - 5 Powerful Tips to Have More Fun and Success in Dating" 

My guest this week is Jake Kelfer. Jake is lifestyle entrepreneur, business coach, and life elevator dedicated to helping people create transformational experiences and achieve their true potential through connection. He is a 2x bestselling author of Elevate Beyond and Elevate Your Network, a high-energy motivational speaker, and the founder of the Professional Basketball Combine which has helped 70+ NBA draft prospects turn their dreams of playing pro basketball into their reality. He and his work have been featured on Forbes, Sports Illustrated, ESPN, and many other major media outlets. Connect with Jake on social @jakekelfer!Go grab a copy of Jake's new book, "The Elevated Entrepreneur!"_____________________________In this episode:3:04: What was your initial vision for his business?5:39: What was the thing that opened your eyes to the fact that you could get started with your own business?9:44: Did you ever feel too young to get started, and how did you overcome your doubts?15:42: What are three similarities that you've noticed between successful people?18:09: What are three keys to building your network effectively and authentically?22:49: Is there a certain skill that the best version of Jake has that you don't currently have?26:54: What are three things that you can currently work on to be your best self?_____________________________Jake Kelfer's 3 Keys to Getting Closer to his Best Self:1. Have More Fun in the Pursuit of Greatness2. Keep Going No Matter What3. Continuously Spend Time with Myself_____________________________Want to try out the 1-1-1 Monday morning Newsletter? - 1 Motivational Quote - 1 Inspiring Video - 1 Badass WorkoutGo to: https://www.nickcarrier.com/111-newsletterLearn more about the program at: https://www.nickcarrier.com/10weekprogramsFollow Nick on Instagram: @carrier_bestyou

Four Ways to Have More Fun with Annie F. Downs   0:53 You Were Designed to Do This 7:24 How to Understand Your Calling with John Bevere 27:49 Feel Like You're Being Held Back? Resources Christy's Devotional - Living True: 40 Days to Get Back to YouGet back to you with my brand-new devotional, Living True: 40 Days to Get Back to You. It will help you break through the busyness of life and build the confidence you need to embrace the person you want to be. https://bit.ly/35V4P6C   Christy's 5-Day Confidence BoostSign up for my free 5-Day Confidence Boost. You'll receive five days of encouragement focused on helping you become a more confident you! https://bit.ly/39JiLla     Today we're going to talk about something incredibly important: your calling. What gifts has God given you, and how does He want you to use them? We'll get some answers from the brilliant John Bevere-speaker, author and co-founder of Messenger International. Finally, we'll wrap up with a few journal questions about how to put the light of God on display by walking in our calling.   You Were Designed to Do This It can feel intimidating to figure out your calling, right? It's scary to ask, What was I put on this earth to do? But guess what? Your calling doesn't have to look and feel epic. Whether you're working your dream job or just living life and paying bills, God can work through you to get glory for Himself.   How to Understand Your Calling with John Bevere I'm so excited about today's interview with John Bevere-bestselling author, speaker, and co-founder of Messenger International. He and I talk about the importance of taking our calling seriously. John points out that each of us has a choice to make: We can use our gifts to build God's kingdom as intended, or we can just sit on them and do nothing. What will you do with your life?   Feel Like You're Being Held Back? You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven. - Matthew 5:14-16 (NIV)   You know what's amazing? God wants to show His glory to the world, and His plan is to do that through you and me. He could've chosen any method, but He chose to do it through us, despite our flaws. This responsibility feels big and more than we can handle. What can one little light do on its own? But the good news is that God builds bonfires through a bunch of little candles. Let's bring this concept home by working through a few journal questions: Practically speaking, what does it mean to be the light of the world? What does that look like for you? How have you felt held back by your current circumstances? How can you let your light shine right where you are?

Four Ways to Have More Fun with Annie F. Downs   0:55 Want to have more fun? Do this. 11:26 Watch Rachel Cruze and me surprise Annie F Downs! 37:12 How to Live an Abundant Life Resources Christy's Devotional - Living True: 40 Days to Get Back to YouGet back to you with my brand-new devotional, Living True: 40 Days to Get Back to You. It will help you break through the busyness of life and build the confidence you need to embrace the person you want to be. https://bit.ly/2MIBpSt   Christy's 5-Day Confidence BoostSign up for my free 5-Day Confidence Boost. You'll receive five days of encouragement focused on helping you become a more confident you! https://bit.ly/3hSBL4k     You only get one life on this earth. It should be fun! On today's show, we're talking about how important it is to just play and be silly and feel like a kid again. And I get to talk to my good friend and "fun expert," Annie F. Downs, about practical ways we can add more fun to our lives. To wrap up, we'll journal about a powerful verse from the Book of John about living an abundant life.   Want to have more fun? Do this. In today's teaching, I'll share a few simple steps you can take to bring fun back into your life.  If we're intentional, we can create unforgettable moments for ourselves and the people we care about. Fun is a big deal. I'll shoot you straight: If you don't make time for fun in your life, you won't be any fun to be around. You have this one life to live-so make joy a priority.   Watch Rachel Cruze and me surprise Annie F Downs! I always have fun when I spend time with my good friend Annie F. Downs. She's an author, a speaker, a Bible teacher, and the host of the That Sounds Fun podcast. We'll talk about how to take breaks from the busyness and responsibility of life to simply enjoy the beauty and innocence of fun. And by the way . . . this interview comes with an extra fun surprise.   How to Live an Abundant Life The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10 (NIV)   This is such a beautiful verse about the abundant life that we enjoy as we follow Jesus. It's easy to think about this promise only in the future tense-that someday we'll experience full life. But there's a real practical implication for our lives right now. To help apply today's topic on fun, here are a few journal questions: What does an abundant life mean to you? What do you do for fun? Do you make time for fun? If not, what gets in the way? What's one fun thing you're going to commit to this week?