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True strength development isn't something that should be skipped at any age. However, when you are a woman over 40, these training tools become key assets to your overall training, health, and longevity. When you understand the key components that go into making a proper strength training program, you can better equip yourself to obtain your goals in the best way possible. Key Takeaways If You Want to Harness Strength Development, You Should:  Start small and with an approachable amount of jumping in plyometrics Use strength development to keep your strength as you age and reduce strength limitation Get a program that is well-designed and understands the nuances of exercise progressions The Why and The How Understanding why and how I program certain exercises into Strong with Steph is crucial for me to help you understand. The rationale behind these important components will not only help you better understand the training you are doing, but it will also help you pick the program and trainer that aligns with your goals and understands how to help you succeed. If you notice that you are feeling slower, I want to help you improve and make strength training approachable in all aspects. Make Your Programming Work For You As you are evaluating programs, I want you to ensure that your approach to strength training is helping you become more well-rounded regardless of your goals. Strength training plans are meant to help you learn what you need to do. The specific rep, set, and load ranges are designed to work on maximum force development. Plyometric training, lifting appropriately hard weights, starting small, and incorporating unilateral and rotative moments in your training are all key components that can make a huge difference in your overall results. Anyone looking to be athletic, but especially women over 40, needs to be aware of these key aspects so that you can use strength training as a way to understand your strength journey better. How does strength training play into your overall health goals? Share your story with me in the comments on the episode page.   In This Episode Why these types of exercises are simply something you cannot skip as you age (4:45) Understanding plyometrics, jumping, and how it can help you improve your overall training (16:34) Specific quality over quantity tips when it comes to power and plyometrics (30:38) How to get over the fear around strength training by understanding the parameters (41:00) What you can do to help your body perform at its best through every stage of life and training (51:30) Quotes “It's not that we are saying there is some magical strength training that only women over 40 will benefit from. Of course not. We know what the parameters of strength training are, and we are going to talk about that in this episode. It's just our ability to skip that and not see those negative impacts because we are aging and going through these hormonal changes, we can't avoid it any longer. Strength training is one thing that we have in our arsenal of tools.” (8:08) “Our tissues adapt, and they don't stop adapting. The problem is we have stopped doing these exercises.” (19:50) “Strong with Steph Programing does include strength development. This is a key aspect for women over 40.” (35:57) “We know this stuff is critical for anyone who wants to build their actual strength, but when you are over 40, it becomes something that will have more negative outcomes if you skip it.” (36:46) “Just like any other kind of training y'all, progressive overload is critical.” (41:01) Featured on the Show Get 7 Free Days of Strong with Steph Apply for Strong with Steph Here Full Show Notes Follow Steph on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Pinterest I'd really love it if you would take 1 min and leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts Podcast production & marketing support by the team at Counterweight Creative Rate and review on Apple Podcasts Related Episodes FYS 434: Progressive Overload: How to Keep Getting Stronger FYS 435: RPE & Autoregulation: Smart Tools for Strength Gains Over 40 FYS 436: Movement Prep & Balance FYS 427: Your Fitness App Calls it Strength Training, But Is It? With Nikki Naab-Levy

In this solo episode, you will learn about common misconceptions surrounding the nervous system, focusing on dysregulation and activation. Leigh Ann talks about the nervous system's role in stress responses, emphasizing that dysregulation or activation isn't inherently negative but a protective evolutionary response. Differentiating between chronic stress and temporary stress responses, she explains the detrimental effects of prolonged dysregulation and the importance of recognizing when stress responses are appropriate and healthy. This episode will encourage you to reevaluate your view of stress responses and begin advocating for self-compassion and understanding rather than immediate downregulation.Get access to ad-free episodes with my podcast membership. Get access now by clicking here.Product Discount Codes + LinksIt Just Works Deodorant: WebsiteHoneybee Hippie: WebsiteHoneybee Hippie Discount Code: LEIGHANN10Work w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Uplevel Lab?Interview LinksWeb: EVOX Appointment WaitlistWeb: EVOX PackagesProduct: Apollo WristbandPodcast: Ep. 105 How Understanding the Nervous System Has Helped MePodcast: Ep. 115 What is Your Default Stress State?Connect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube

Believers often think that God's first command to Adam was to not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, but looking carefully at scripture, we see that God's first commandment was different, one that reveals the generous nature of His grace. The post How Understanding the Nature of God's Grace Makes the Difference in Our Lives appeared first on Redemption in Jesus.

Hey guys, welcome to the Lean to the Left podcast, where we talk about progressive politics and the important social issues of our time. Today we're looking at leadership and what some might think is an unlikely resource – the LGBTQ+ community.Our guest is Dr. Joel A. Davis Brown is the Chief Visionary Officer of Pneumos LLC, a management consulting and coaching firm based in San Francisco, USA, and Nairobi, Kenya, specializing in organizational strategy and culture, transformational leadership, global inclusion, executive coaching, conflict resolution, and strategic storytelling. Joel is the author of a new book, “The Soul of Queer Folk, How Understanding the LGBTQ+ Culture Can Transform Your Leadership Practice.”He is also the co-founder of metaPrincipleTM, a global institute designed to train practitioners on how to facilitate equity work anywhere around the world. Joel is an adjunct professor at the IESEG School of Management in Paris & Lille, France, where he teaches Storytelling for Leaders and Story Listening.As a change agent, Joel works strategically to cultivate innovative, creative, and adaptive environments where the cultural genius of everyone can be harnessed and leveraged successfully.On the podcast, Dr. Davis Brown says prejudice and violence against the queer community is on the rise in this country and elsewhere, and he blames right wing politicians and religious zealots for making that situation work.“Anytime there is quote unquote advances in equity and advances in progressive politics, if you will, there's always a backlash, and I think it's become sport, unfortunately, for a number of factions in our country to denigrate queer people because it helps to raise money, helps generate clicks. It helps to get people riled up,” he says.“They know that they don't have anything substantive to talk about. And so, it's a way for them to stay relevant, to stay in power and queer people have always been, for whatever reason, easy scapegoats because we still are a relatively marginalized community.”However, Dr. Davis Brown stresses that there is much that can be learned about leadership from the LGBTQ+ culture, which is the topic of his book, ““The Soul of Queer Folk,” including the ability to “interrogating itself to figure out who we are.”In addition, he says, “recognizing that there's a connection between all of us and that what I do for myself and what I do for others also impacts the world around us, but also recognizing that supporting justice in the world and such, creating a more just society is something that can't just be born out on social media and it just can't be talked about in private circles is something that you actively have to take action to achieve. And so those are some of the key lessons that I think we could learn from the LGBTQ+ community.”Here are some questions we addressed with Dr. Davis Brown: ● Why did you name the book “The Souls of Queer Folk”?● Why should a person who is not LGBTQ+-identified read this book?● What key themes should readers take away from this book?● Who could benefit from this book? Is this only for corporate professionals? Who's the ideal audience?● What does the LGBTQ+ community possess that makes it an ideal case study for leadership?● What is Cultural Genius™? And how does it apply to leadership and the theme of your book?● What does it mean to be a transformational leader, and how does the LGBTQ+ community exhibit transformational leadership?● Why is this book timely right now?● Don't other ethnic or social communities exhibit leadership? Why should we focus on the LGBTQ+ community?● How do you define transformational leadership?● How is this book different from traditional books on leadership?● What does it mean to be Queer-minded?● How is the LGBTQ+ community able to survive despite such daunting circumstances and how can they continue to persevere?● It seems like the LGBTQ+ community increasingly is confronted with acts of hate and violence. Has this worsened in recent years, and if so, why?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lean-to-the-left-podcast--4719048/support.

Hey guys, welcome to the Lean to the Left podcast, where we talk about progressive politics and the important social issues of our time. Today we're looking at leadership and what some might think is an unlikely resource – the LGBTQ+ community.Our guest is Dr. Joel A. Davis Brown is the Chief Visionary Officer of Pneumos LLC, a management consulting and coaching firm based in San Francisco, USA, and Nairobi, Kenya, specializing in organizational strategy and culture, transformational leadership, global inclusion, executive coaching, conflict resolution, and strategic storytelling. Joel is the author of a new book, “The Soul of Queer Folk, How Understanding the LGBTQ+ Culture Can Transform Your Leadership Practice.”He is also the co-founder of metaPrincipleTM, a global institute designed to train practitioners on how to facilitate equity work anywhere around the world. Joel is an adjunct professor at the IESEG School of Management in Paris & Lille, France, where he teaches Storytelling for Leaders and Story Listening.As a change agent, Joel works strategically to cultivate innovative, creative, and adaptive environments where the cultural genius of everyone can be harnessed and leveraged successfully.On the podcast, Dr. Davis Brown says prejudice and violence against the queer community is on the rise in this country and elsewhere, and he blames right wing politicians and religious zealots for making that situation work.“Anytime there is quote unquote advances in equity and advances in progressive politics, if you will, there's always a backlash, and I think it's become sport, unfortunately, for a number of factions in our country to denigrate queer people because it helps to raise money, helps generate clicks. It helps to get people riled up,” he says.“They know that they don't have anything substantive to talk about. And so, it's a way for them to stay relevant, to stay in power and queer people have always been, for whatever reason, easy scapegoats because we still are a relatively marginalized community.”However, Dr. Davis Brown stresses that there is much that can be learned about leadership from the LGBTQ+ culture, which is the topic of his book, ““The Soul of Queer Folk,” including the ability to “interrogating itself to figure out who we are.”In addition, he says, “recognizing that there's a connection between all of us and that what I do for myself and what I do for others also impacts the world around us, but also recognizing that supporting justice in the world and such, creating a more just society is something that can't just be born out on social media and it just can't be talked about in private circles is something that you actively have to take action to achieve. And so those are some of the key lessons that I think we could learn from the LGBTQ+ community.”Here are some questions we addressed with Dr. Davis Brown: ● Why did you name the book “The Souls of Queer Folk”?● Why should a person who is not LGBTQ+-identified read this book?● What key themes should readers take away from this book?● Who could benefit from this book? Is this only for corporate professionals? Who's the ideal audience?● What does the LGBTQ+ community possess that makes it an ideal case study for leadership?● What is Cultural Genius™? And how does it apply to leadership and the theme of your book?● What does it mean to be a transformational leader, and how does the LGBTQ+ community exhibit transformational leadership?● Why is this book timely right now?● Don't other ethnic or social communities exhibit leadership? Why should we focus on the LGBTQ+ community?● How do you define transformational leadership?● How is this book different from traditional books on leadership?● What does it mean to be Queer-minded?● How is the LGBTQ+ community able to survive despite such daunting circumstances and how can they continue to persevere?● It seems like the LGBTQ+ community increasingly is confronted with acts of hate and violence. Has this worsened in recent years, and if so, why?This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4719048/advertisement

Welcome to another episode of Daily Show Up! Are you feeling stuck or unsure about why your efforts aren't producing the results you desire? In this episode, Darin dives into a thought-provoking concept: the difference between "what" and "how." 1. The Difference Between "What" and "How": Understanding the distinction between knowing "what" you want to achieve and understanding "how" to accomplish it is crucial for progress. This concept is explored through the example of Jesse's book-making process.2. Avoiding Stagnation: Often, people get stuck because they focus solely on the "what" without delving into the "how." This can lead to frustration and a lack of meaningful progress. Learning the "how" empowers you to take action and make your goals a reality.3. Navigating Online Guidance: When seeking advice from marketers, coaches, or gurus, it's important to differentiate between those who offer superficial "what to do" instructions and those who provide genuine "how to do it" guidance. Discerning between the two can save you time, money, and frustration.

Dr. Mark Williams is an internationally recognized professor of cognitive neuroscience.  He has been at the cutting edge of developing computational brain imaging analysis and virtual reality in research.  Having worked at MIT and taught at other notable universities, today he joins me by way of Australia to discuss neuroplasticity and how to get the most out of your brain.  His new book, “The Connected Species:  How Understanding the Evolution of our Brain Can Change The World” comes out in August of 2023.  This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194 #2023-156102 Exp. 5/25 This episode is brought to you by Weekly Wealthy Wisdom.  Join the thousands who have already subscribed to my weekly newsletter, and receive insights on my latest findings for leading a healthy and wealthy life.  Emailed right to you for FREE every Monday.  Head over to www.bryankuderna.com and click subscribe to Weekly Wealthy Wisdom!   Mark's Website: http://www.drmarkwilliams.com University: https://researchers.mq.edu.au/en/persons/mark-williams Mark's Book: https://www.amazon.com/author/markawilliams

What's up unscripted family! In this episode we are joined by our featured guest, Elise Micheals, as we have a conversation about 'How Understanding trauma impacts MEN!'Follow Elise On Instagram - @elisemicheals_Support the showFollow Us On Instagram - @unscriptedleadership Subscribe on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChTc55FEAu2PiY4wIkqQOsw Website - https://unscripted-leadership.com/

What nervous system state do you find yourself in most often? Hyperarousal (fight/flight) or hypoarousal (freeze/fawn)? In this episode, I share signs and symptoms of nervous system dysregulation, signs you are in a hyperarousal vs. hypoarousal state, and specific resources you can use to support yourself in either stress state. Lastly, I explain why I believe looking at past adverse experiences and trauma is critical to balancing a dysregulated nervous system.Interview LinksPodcast Ep. 105: How Understanding the Nervous System Has Helped MePodcast Ep. 78: Guided EFT Tapping Meditation to Release OverwhelmArticle: What is EFT Tapping and the Benefits?Podcast Ep. 40: Emotional Freedom Technique w/Ben SchwarczArticle: What is EVOX?EVOX: Read EVOX TestimonialsSchedule: Book an In-Person or Remote EVOXConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube

From Project BFF HQ, Terri and Manya riff about how love languages matter in friendships.The 5 love languages:Words of affirmationQuality timeActs of servicesGiftsPhysical touchJust like in  romantic relationships, it's helpful to understand what makes ourselves feel happy and loved, and what makes our friends feel happy and loved.  Do you know what your primary love language is? Take this quiz to find out.The book: The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts, by Gary Chapman, Ph.D.Articles we discuss:What Are The 5 Love Languages? Everything You Need To Know, on Mind Body GreenWhat Are The 5 Love Languages? on Verywell MindHere's How Understanding the 5 Love Languages Strengthened My Friendship, on HelloGiggles#BeAFriend Support us: PatreonEmail: friend@project-bff.comShare the love: subscribe + rate us in your favorite podcast app + tell your friendsWe use Buzzsprout to host our podcast + we love it. They make it so easy!Support the show

Hello everyone welcome to Reaching Out Radio International, we are a ministry team working in love and unity in one mind one accord as the body of Christ sharing the Gospel into the world. BROADCAST: “Changing Your Mind, Part 2: How Understanding and Renewing Your Mind Can Transform Your Life” Did you know that how you think about your life directly affects how you feel about it? When we hear the phrase “renew your mind“, it may sound familiar to a lot of us as believers….but do we really understand what that means, and how to do it? Do we recognize the importance and the power of our thoughts and also our words? During the second half of this 2-part broadcast of ‘The Way of Healing', we will be looking at a compromised mind versus a healthy mind, unpacking the concept that words are exposed thoughts, the power of curses and blessings, negative expectations and what is meant by these, inner vows, and how to transform your mind so that it is truly in line with God‘s Word. Our mind is a battlefield, and we need to know how to fight this battle victoriously! We thank you for listening for your continued prayers and support as we share the Gospel into the world,God Bless You!!

Twin Flames Exposed: Why Most of What You Think You Know About Twin Flames Isn't True...and How Understanding the Truth is the Key to Being with Your Twin Flame in this Lifetime with Elle Hari In her debut book, TWIN FLAMES EXPOSED, author and twin flame facilitator, Elle Hari, reveals the most common myths and misinformation that are constantly being spewed by so-called experts regarding twin flames, and how these untruths are actually keeping you and your twin flame physically apart or stuck in the frustrating push/pull relating dynamic. Elle knows from experience! It was her own painful Twin Flame journey that sent her on a search out of the misery she experienced at the loss of her Twin Flame relationship - short-lived as it was! It was the single most painful experience of her life-unable to even get out of bed or leave the house. After several false starts she found her teacher, a woman who was the world's leading expert on Twin Flames. She agreed to take Elle on and impart all that she knew to her apprentice before leaving her mortal existence. Today, Elle has assumed her mantel and is guiding those challenged Twin-Flame couples to a peaceful and loving co-existence that realizes the utmost soul matching joy and sexuality achievable in this terrestrial life. For more information visit: https://bewithyourtwinflame.com *************************************************** For more information about BITEradio products and services visit: http://www.biteradio.me/index.html To view the photography of Robert at: rpsharpe.picfair.com

We're not the only ones obsessed with our dogs. Thieves, engineers, and behaviorists are, too. Dognappers Target French Bulldogs The brutal attack on Lady Gaga's dog walker during a dognapping caught our attention. Dognappings are on the rise as the pandemic stretches ... and French Bulldogs are a common target. Why? And how can we keep our dogs -- Frenchies and non-Frenchies -- safe? The founder of Short Noses Only Rescue Team (SNORT), Tara Bruno, joins us. A specialist in the needs of snufflers, she places Pugs, Frenchies, and Boston Terriers ... but her safety tips apply to any breed. Dogs: The Ultimate Drying Machine Next time your dog shakes himself, watch. What looks like an attempt to paint the walls with mud is actually a feat of engineering. Being able to shake yourself almost completely dry in 4 seconds is a survival instinct for dogs. But for scientists, it's something to emulate. David Hu, Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Biology at Georgia Tech University, explains. What you'll learn in this segment has been applied to everything from dryers to cameras! What the Fluff? Why do dogs get the zoomies? Are dogs really color blind? Why do dogs hump? Haylee Bergeland, expert on the human-animal relationship, knows the answers to these and many more head-scratchers. She joins us to translate the canine behaviors that perplex into plain English. Chapters 02:08 Oh La La, Frenchies Are Getting Dognapped! 02:52 Tara Bruno from S.N.O.R.T. Rescue Helps Us Understand Why. 05:40 How to Keep Your Dogs Safe 06:57 $500,000?! To Reward or Not to Reward 10:17 Science Experiment with Jim 11:32 Scientist and Author, David Hu Explains the Wet Dog Shake 13:19 The G-Force of the Wet Dog Shake 16:10 How Understanding the Wet Dog Shake Helps Humans 18:07 What the Fluff? With Haylee Bergeland, Professional Animal Trainer and Behavior Consultant. 20:21 Most Asked Question: Why Do Dogs Hump? 24:12 Find Out About Next Week's Episode About Tara Bruno and SNORT Rescue Short Noses Only Rescue Team (SNORT) is an all-volunteer 501(c)3 non-profit rescue. Based in Hoboken, NJ, SNORT volunteers exclusively rescue brachycephalic dogs. These short-headed breeds have specific health challenges that make them difficult to place. SNORT educates, trains, and carefully matches snufflers with families to prevent unnecessary euthanasia. Countless humans and their French Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, English Bulldogs and Pugs benefit. Learn more and support their work here: https://www.snortrescue.org/ About David Hu David Hu is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Biology at Georgia Tech. He studies animal movements to learn how to improve human tools. The undulations of sandfish may seem like a trivial matter, a mere pretty sight ... but in the world of engineering and physics, the way an animal moves divulges tons of information. Insects can show us how to avoid crashes. Dogs can show us how to dry clothes quickly and efficiently. By watching animals in the lab, in the rainforest, and in the home, we can make more elegant devices. Even robots take their cues from the way animals leverage physical laws! Professor Hu is the author of How to Walk on Water and Climb Up Walls: Animal Movement and the Robots of the Future. His next book, also on animal movements, is a work in progress. In the meanwhile, follow him on Twitter for more fascinating insights. How to Walk on Water and Climb up Walls: Animal Movement and the Robots of the Future David Hu on Twitter About Haylee Bergeland Haylee Bergeland is Pet Health & Behavioral Editor at the digital magazine Daily Paws. An animal trainer and behaviorist, she has studied and trained animals of all kinds for a decade. Her greatest interest is the human-animal bond, so much so that she started her own nonprofit. The Iowa Human-Animal Bond Society (IHABS) helps train and certify therapy dogs. They also work with crisis intervention and response canine teams. Daily Paws Iowa Human-Animal Bond Society

Sponsor: www.BlackFamilyApparel.com Grab a copy of My book "Dynamic Black Fatherhood Manifesto" via www.Amazon.com.  For Bulk order pricing (20+ books) please Email BlackFathersNOW@gmail.com Happy New Year!!! Today's Quick Episode poses the simple question, "How Understanding are YOU as a Father?"  This Conversation was spawned by a comment by a relative of mine, Aubrey Pompey!  He spawned a thought process after an assessment i made on a recent Breakfast Club interview with rapper Yella Beezy. Make Sure to Follow @BlackFathersNOW via Instagram and Facebook and subscribe to "Black Fathers, NOW!" via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play or YouTube. Make sure to Share this Episode! Be Blessed, Well and Wise! Mike D

Hi angels, this Podcast is quite a vulnerable share for me but one that I feel and know is deeply important. Why am I so obsessed with Astrology? Because on a very real level, Astrology can help us understand our twists and turns, our darkness & our trouble with Life itself! When we understand ourselves we are so deeply powerful. I’ve mentioned to you guys recently that I want to start talking with you more about love/relationships & money and I hope you are ok with that!In this episode I cover the following:How Understanding my Sensitivity (Venus in Pisces) has been a major triumph in guiding my Life Purpose & Path aka through my darkness I found my Light/Spiritual Purpose!Healing my Abandonment Issues & Emotional Anxiety with EFT TappingI share my story of past drug addiction and major trouble in relationships via not fully understanding or embracing my sensitivity & unique Venus energyWhat Venus in Pisces means for me and how through my story you can learn more about your unique Venus Support the show (http://www.nataliabenson.com/shop)

The Green Apple Podcast does weekly "Green Apple Slices", where John Garrett and Rachel Fisch discuss a recent business article related to the Green Apple Message. These shorter segments are released each Monday, so don't miss an episode by subscribing on iTunes or an Android app. This week, John and Rachel discuss an Irish Independent article, "How Understanding the Needs of Millennial Employees can Improve your Business" by Caroline McEnery.

It's argued that all of God's children have intelligences to offer the world. Knowing how to nurture the God-given gifts, strengths, and intelligences of children can help parents raise them in, what Scripture calls,“the way they should go.” This is the way that will bring them contentment, significance, identity, belonging, joy and the emotional and spiritual well-being to glorify God and benefit everyone they encounter. Now, that's a recipe for a successful life. Dr. Kathy Koch, the Founder and President of Celebrate Kids, has influenced thousands of parents, teachers, and children in 30 countries through keynote messages, seminars, assemblies, and other events. Dr. Kathy is a popular guest on Focus on the Family radio and other radio talk-shows. She is also an author of six books, including four published by Moody Publishers and two published by Celebrate Kids. Her best sellers are Teens and Screens: Connecting with Our Kids in a Wireless World and 8 Great Smarts: Discover and Nurture Your Child's Intelligences. Dr. Kathy earned a doctorate in reading and educational psychology from Purdue University in 1984. She was a tenured associate professor of education at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, a teacher of second graders, a middle school coach, and a school board member before founding Celebrate Kids and becoming a full-time conference and keynote speaker in 1991. How Understanding the Various Intelligences of Children Can Help Them Find Their Calling I was in my mid-thirties when Beth and I first felt called to ministry. At the time, the thought of Bible college made Hell feel like a vacation in the Caribbean. The only reason that I was even close to being an average student back in high school was because I had taken classes like drafting, power mechanics, machine shop, and typing. Other than those kinds of classes and sports, I hated every minute of school. So, when, at the age of 34, I had to take an aptitude test to get into Bible college, I scored far, far below sea level. In other words, I had no altitude to my aptitude. In fact, I was so far below sea level that I had to look up to find the ocean floor—and that was covered with whale dung. That's how bad I scored. It was not only disappointing, it was beyond humiliating. Here I was, telling people that God Himself had called me to ministry, yet according to the way my aptitude was measured, I should actually be in a therapeutic school and program right now, certainly not running one. If it weren't for a God who measures qualification for His work by a totally different standard and my pastor who saw something in me that I didn't even see in me, I might be bagging your groceries right now or preparing your hamburgers—not that there's anything wrong with either of those things. I've done both—and pretty well, I might add. Despite my humiliating college aptitude scores and the fact that Beth and I were both working to support our three kids and pay our own way through college, by God's grace, I managed to be on the dean's list every semester I was in school! I don't say that to brag. I say that to demonstrate to our listeners and our guest, Dr. Kathy Koch, that what we'll be discussing today is evidenced in the very guy who will be asking the lion's share of the questions. Her book is spot on! I just wish my parents and I had access to it about 40 or 50 years earlier. Dr. Kathy Koch and I discuss the various intelligences of children as we cover the following topics: What is Celebrate Kids? What do I do if my child is not making A's in his classes? How can I cultivate my child's strengths? How do I train my child to be wise? Why application of truth is so crucial. What are the “8 smarts?” Picture provided by: maxpixel.freegreatpicture.com  

It's argued that all of God's children have intelligences to offer the world. Knowing how to nurture the God-given gifts, strengths, and intelligences of children can help parents raise them in, what Scripture calls,“the way they should go.” This is the way that will bring them contentment, significance, identity, belonging, joy and the emotional and spiritual well-being to glorify God and benefit everyone they encounter. Now, that's a recipe for a successful life. Dr. Kathy Koch, the Founder and President of Celebrate Kids, has influenced thousands of parents, teachers, and children in 30 countries through keynote messages, seminars, assemblies, and other events. Dr. Kathy is a popular guest on Focus on the Family radio and other radio talk-shows. She is also an author of six books, including four published by Moody Publishers and two published by Celebrate Kids. Her best sellers are Teens and Screens: Connecting with Our Kids in a Wireless World and 8 Great Smarts: Discover and Nurture Your Child's Intelligences. Dr. Kathy earned a doctorate in reading and educational psychology from Purdue University in 1984. She was a tenured associate professor of education at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, a teacher of second graders, a middle school coach, and a school board member before founding Celebrate Kids and becoming a full-time conference and keynote speaker in 1991. How Understanding the Various Intelligences of Children Can Help Them Find Their Calling I was in my mid-thirties when Beth and I first felt called to ministry. At the time, the thought of Bible college made Hell feel like a vacation in the Caribbean. The only reason that I was even close to being an average student back in high school was because I had taken classes like drafting, power mechanics, machine shop, and typing. Other than those kinds of classes and sports, I hated every minute of school. So, when, at the age of 34, I had to take an aptitude test to get into Bible college, I scored far, far below sea level. In other words, I had no altitude to my aptitude. In fact, I was so far below sea level that I had to look up to find the ocean floor—and that was covered with whale dung. That's how bad I scored. It was not only disappointing, it was beyond humiliating. Here I was, telling people that God Himself had called me to ministry, yet according to the way my aptitude was measured, I should actually be in a therapeutic school and program right now, certainly not running one. If it weren't for a God who measures qualification for His work by a totally different standard and my pastor who saw something in me that I didn't even see in me, I might be bagging your groceries right now or preparing your hamburgers—not that there's anything wrong with either of those things. I've done both—and pretty well, I might add. Despite my humiliating college aptitude scores and the fact that Beth and I were both working to support our three kids and pay our own way through college, by God's grace, I managed to be on the dean's list every semester I was in school! I don't say that to brag. I say that to demonstrate to our listeners and our guest, Dr. Kathy Koch, that what we'll be discussing today is evidenced in the very guy who will be asking the lion's share of the questions. Her book is spot on! I just wish my parents and I had access to it about 40 or 50 years earlier. Dr. Kathy Koch and I discuss the various intelligences of children as we cover the following topics: What is Celebrate Kids? What do I do if my child is not making A's in his classes? How can I cultivate my child's strengths? How do I train my child to be wise? Why application of truth is so crucial. What are the “8 smarts?” Picture provided by: maxpixel.freegreatpicture.com  

Jesus said his followers are "a city on a hill." What did he mean? Is "city on a hill" something you can do? How? Understanding what Jesus meant here is vital in order to understand the mission of the church. What is it? Pastor Luke looks at Matthew 5:13-16 in "Acropolis Now."

How Understanding your unique Temperament and Personality can dramatically improve your success and happiness. We've all made choices and decisions in our lives that, with the benefit of hindsight, have left us wondering why we made them in the first place. The impact of some of those choices was relatively small...the impact of other choices were life changing Wouldn't it be a tremendous benefit to understand why we repeatedly choose certain people and situations over others...even though those choices don't always lead us to happiness and fulfillment? And why it's often very challenging to make different choices? Getting a foundational understanding of your Temperament Type - and by extension your basic personality - can go a long way toward explaining why we all have such strong and definite preferences about the people and situations we choose to experience. Join me as we look behind the curtain to discover the incredible power available to us when we understand the strengths and challenges inherent in our individual temperaments.