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The Last Ten Nights Are HereBefore diving into the final ayah of Surah Al-Muzzammil, a timely reminder — tonight is the 23rd night of Ramadan. The last ten nights are upon us, and the Prophet ﷺ told us to hunt for Laylatul Qadr in these nights, especially the odd ones. Tonight is one of them.So what should fill these nights? Extra raka'at. Extra Quran. Extra dhikr. And the best du'a for this occasion comes to us through Sayyidatuna Aisha (رضي الله عنها), who asked the Prophet ﷺ: if I encounter the Night of Al-Qadr, what should I say? He replied: “Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa'fu ‘anni” — “O Allah, You are the Most Pardoning and You love to pardon, so pardon me.”Now, there's an important distinction here between ‘afw and ghafar. When we say astaghfirullah and ask for Allah's forgiveness (ghafar), the record of the sin remains — but the punishment is cancelled. The deed is still in the books on the Day of Mahshar, but Allah will not punish us for it.Al-'Afw is something else entirely. It is when the record is expunged altogether. Wiped clean. As if the sin never happened. This is why the Prophet ﷺ said that whoever fasts sincerely and prays during the nights of Ramadan — and catches Laylatul Qadr — will have all their past sins forgiven. They exit Ramadan like the day they were born. No record of sins whatsoever.It's just a few nights. Sleep a little less. Yes, there will be tiredness — that's okay. This is our training. Don't miss a night that is greater than a thousand months, greater than 83 years of worship.Grounded is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Where We Left Off — The Arc of Surah Al-MuzzammilThe surah opened with a command: stand up at night, pray, and recite the Quran. Why? Because the day is full of heavy tasks — spreading truth, standing for justice, enduring hardship — and the strength to carry all of that comes from the spiritual work done at night. Reading about Jannah motivates. Reading about Jahannam sobers. The connection to Allah realigns everything.Then came the warning through the story of Fir'aun — richer, stronger, more powerful than the Quraysh, yet destroyed in an instant when he rejected Prophet Musa. Then the terrifying imagery of Yawmul Qiyamah: skies torn apart, children's hair turning white from sheer terror. And finally, the choice: believe and take the prophetic path, or reject and face the consequences. Every choice carries a consequence.Now the surah circles back to where it began — Qiyamul Layl — but this time with something remarkable: mercy.Allah Knows Our WeaknessThe original command was demanding. Stand up most of the night — two-thirds, or at least half, or at the very minimum a third. The Prophet ﷺ did this every single night, without exception, even while travelling, even during battle. But Allah knew that the rest of the ummah would struggle.Allah says: “Indeed, your Lord knows that you stand less than two-thirds of the night, sometimes half, sometimes even less than a third — and so do a group of those with you.”Allah is the One who measured the length of night and day. Some seasons, the nights are long and Qiyamul Layl is easier — in Perth during winter, Maghrib comes in at 5:15 and Fajr isn't until around six. Plenty of time to sleep and still wake up. But in the peak of summer, when Fajr is at 3:30? That's a different story. Allah knows all of this.And so He says: “He has forgiven you.” Qiyamul Layl is fard upon the Prophet ﷺ, but for the rest of us, Allah has already shown mercy and lifted that strict obligation.But Don't Abandon It AltogetherHere's the key — just because the full obligation has been eased doesn't mean doing nothing is an option. Allah says: “So read what is easy for you from the Quran.” Stand up for even two raka'at. Read whatever surahs have been memorised. Carve out even a small portion of the night for spiritual work.This is a fundamental principle in Islam: what cannot be accomplished entirely should not be abandoned in totality. Islam doesn't teach perfectionism — it's not 100% or nothing. It teaches consistent effort. The Prophet ﷺ said that the most beloved deeds to Allah are those that are consistent, even if they are small. Two raka'at every single night outweighs a marathon session once a month.And this, by the way, is one of the great purposes behind memorising the Quran — so that those surahs can be recited in prayer. Al-Kahf, Al-Mulk, Al-Baqarah — they come alive when recited standing before Allah at night.The Three Excuses Allah AcceptsThen Allah provides specific concessions. First: those who are sick. Illness isn't a choice — when rest is needed for recovery, Allah says it's okay.But then come two more categories that are remarkable, because they are things people can choose — and Allah still grants them as valid reasons for doing less Qiyamul Layl.The first: those who travel the earth seeking Allah's bounty — meaning those who are out working, doing business, building economic stability. The second: those who fight in the path of Allah, defending the religion and the community.These two are placed in equal standing. Working hard to earn a living is given the same weight as defending the faith. That is extraordinary. It tells us something profound about how Islam views economic productivity — not as a worldly distraction, but as an act valued by Allah Himself.The Prophet ﷺ said the best rizq is what a person earns from their own effort, and he pointed to Prophet Dawud (عليه السلام) as the example — a prophet, a king, and yet also a blacksmith who worked with iron and ate from the labour of his own hands.Ibn Umar expressed this beautifully. He said the best deaths he could wish for were two: martyrdom in the path of Allah, and dying on a business journey — on his camel, with his trade goods, on his way to earn a living. Because this ayah puts them side by side.Islam Wants Muslims to Be Wealthy — But With PurposeThe encouragement to work hard and build wealth doesn't come without direction. Islam doesn't say: get rich so you can buy the fanciest car, then a fancy island, and once you run out of things to buy on earth, spend a trillion dollars trying to conquer Mars.Islam says: be rich, but that's not the end goal. The ummah becomes strong when Muslims have economic power and an akhirah mindset. With wealth, the community can build schools, support students in critical fields, fund long-term projects. This is Sadaqatul Jariyah — continuously flowing charity that keeps giving long after the initial contribution.There's a telling hadith in Imam Al-Nawawi's Forty Collection that captures this tension perfectly. The poor companions once came to the Prophet ﷺ and complained: “Ya Rasulullah, the rich have taken all the extra reward! They pray like we pray, they fast like we fast — but they can give charity from their surplus wealth, and we can't.” The Prophet ﷺ reassured them that dhikr — saying SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, Allahu Akbar — is also charity. The poor companions went away happy. But a few days later? The rich started doing dhikr too. Now they had both. The poor came back and said: what about us now?The point isn't to vilify poverty. The Prophet ﷺ went on to explain that there is charity in every good act — helping someone onto their ride, carrying someone's load. But wealth opens doors that nothing else can. Zakat, the pillar of Islam, is only payable by those who have wealth. And the framing matters: it's not that the wealthy have to pay zakat — they get to pay zakat. Without wealth, that entire pillar of Islam is inaccessible. And hajj is the same.The story of Sayyidina Uthman (رضي الله عنه) at the Battle of Tabuk drives this home. He donated so generously — horses, camels, wealth — that the Prophet ﷺ said: “Nothing Uthman does after this will harm him.” Guaranteed paradise. And Uthman wasn't living in poverty. He had luxuries. But look at the scale of what his wealth allowed him to do for the ummah.At the same time, Islam doesn't expect anyone to give 100% away. The best charity, the Prophet ﷺ said, is what is spent on family — on spouses, on children. The balance is always there: spend on yourself, on your family, and on the ummah for the sake of the akhirah.The Beautiful LoanEven with all these concessions, Allah says: still, read what is easy from the Quran. Establish your salah. Pay your zakat. Don't let the extras overshadow the foundations — a hundred raka'at of Qiyamul Layl mean nothing if Fajr is missed. Generous charity donations mean nothing if zakat is neglected. The obligatory always comes first.Then comes a stunning phrase: “And give Allah a beautiful loan (qard hasan).”A qard hasan is a loan with no deadline for repayment and no interest. Every good deed — every act of worship, every charity, every kindness — is a loan to Allah. And here's the beauty of it: Allah doesn't need our loan. He owns everything in the heavens and the earth and everything in between and beyond. He could simply say: “That's Mine, I gave it to you, give it back.”But in His mercy, Allah understands human nature. He understands that people are wired to think in terms of profit and return on investment. So He frames it as a transaction: give Me a loan, and I will surely repay you — multiplied many times over. In human transactions, demanding extra on a qard is riba. But with Allah, He is the One promising to multiply the return. It's the ultimate ROI.And what can a person invest with? Two things: wealth or skills. Both require Muslims to be hardworking.It's All For UsAllah then makes something clear: whatever is sent forth for the akhirah, it's essentially for our own benefit. Allah doesn't need our investment. Every command He gives is for our sake, not His.And there's a profound observation embedded here. As humanity lives more and more comfortably — materially, physically — mental health continues to decline. The richer the country, the higher the rates of depression and anxiety. Why? Because life without purpose erodes the soul. When everything is easy and comfortable, humans lose their sense of direction.Islam solves this by providing a purpose so enormous that no amount of wealth or comfort can make it irrelevant: getting to Jannah. How do we get there? That question structures every day, every decision, every effort. It keeps life purposeful no matter the circumstances. And when the community works together with that shared purpose, everyone rises.Ending with IstighfarThe surah closes with a command to seek Allah's forgiveness. Wastaghfirullah — make istighfar. There are two dimensions to this.First, the timing. The pre-dawn hours — suhoor time — are the best time for istighfar. Allah praises those who seek forgiveness in the early morning. For those already awake for Qiyamul Layl, this flows naturally.Second, there's a subtler reason. Sometimes, in the middle of worship and good deeds, something dangerous creeps into the heart. A feeling of: “I woke up for Qiyamul Layl. I read Surah Al-Kahf in one raka'ah and Surah Al-Mulk in the next. I'm amazing.” Or after giving a large charity: “I'm so generous. Look at what I gave.”This is kibr — arrogance — and it's one of Shaitan's favourite tricks. When he can't stop someone from doing good deeds, he tries to spoil the deed through the intention. So the surah ends with the antidote: astaghfirullah. Centre yourself. Realign the intention. “Ya Allah, if there was any misalignment in my heart, I seek Your forgiveness.”Indeed, Allah is Most Forgiving and Most Merciful.The Complete Message of Surah Al-MuzzammilAnd with that, Surah Al-Muzzammil comes to a close. Its message is beautifully complete: stay up at night, even a little. Pray. Read Quran. Let that spiritual recharge fuel everything in the day — the work, the earning, the serving of the ummah. Islam is a religion of balance: worship at night, work hard in the day. And in between, give everything its right. The body has a right — rest, nutrition, exercise. Family has a right — time and attention. And Allah has a right — acts of worship.Fulfil all those rights. That's the straight path.Your Action Steps This Week* Make the du'a of Laylatul Qadr every night. Memorise “Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa'fu ‘anni”and repeat it abundantly in the remaining nights of Ramadan. Understand the difference — this isn't just asking for forgiveness, it's asking for a complete clean slate.* Do something every night, even if it's small. If two raka'at is all that's manageable, pray two raka'at. If one page of Quran is what's realistic, read one page. Don't let the inability to do everything become an excuse to do nothing.* Reframe how work fits into worship. This ayah places earning a livelihood alongside fighting in the path of Allah. Approach work this week with the conscious intention that economic productivity is an act Allah values — and use what is earned to benefit family and community.* Audit the foundations before the extras. Before adding more nawafil, make sure the obligatory salah and zakat are fully in order. The extras don't compensate for gaps in the foundations.* End every night with istighfar. After Qiyamul Layl, after du'a, after any act of worship — close with astaghfirullah. Let it be the safeguard against arrogance creeping into the heart through the very deeds meant to bring closeness to Allah.May Allah grant us the strength to apply the lessons from Surah Al-Muzzammil — to pray at night, recite the Quran, and work hard in the day for the benefit of the ummah. May Allah allow us to enter Jannah with the Prophet ﷺ and with the Sahaba.Next week, inshaAllah, we begin Suratul Muddaththir. Don't forget — tonight is the 23rd night. Qiyamul Layl. Stay up extra. Make lots of du'a.Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.Thanks for reading Grounded! This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit groundeddaily.substack.com/subscribe
Notes John 9: 1-41 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Ephesians 5:8-14 Summary This episode explores the profound themes of sight, blindness, and community in John 9, alongside insights from 1 Samuel 16 and Ephesians 5. Join us as we unpack the spiritual and social implications of these passages, emphasizing justice, love, and God's call to see beyond appearances. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Pulpit Fiction Podcast 01:52 Survey Results and Community Engagement 04:28 Exploring John 9: The Healing of the Blind Man 09:05 Understanding the Johannine Community's Struggles 12:00 The Significance of Jesus' Healing 17:47 Reframing Disability and Divine Works 22:03 The Blindness of the Pharisees 25:53 Community and the Fear of Expulsion 29:50 Judgment and Illness in Modern Contexts 32:10 The Blind Beggar: A Community's Responsibility 34:07 God's Mighty Works: Embracing Diversity and Inclusion 37:05 Anointing: Seeing Beyond Appearance 40:45 The Power of Anointing in Worship 42:51 Chosen for Responsibility: The Weight of Anointing 45:47 Grief and Moving Forward: A Call to Action 49:54 Living as Children of Light: Justice and Truth 54:12 The Call to Speak Truth: Justice vs. Judgment Takeaways God's mighty works can be displayed through our differences and disabilities. Community responses to healing reveal deeper issues of justice and acceptance. Seeing with the heart is more important than physical sight in biblical faith. The story of David's anointing teaches us about God's choice beyond appearances. Living as children of light involves actively producing goodness, justice, and truth.
Encounters with clients with open portals in their bodies and their long term illnesses got me thinking ... it there a connection? In this episode, you get an indepth understanding of why portals – energetic doorways that are constantly open in a person's mind or body can affect their mind and body function and possibly cause illness that can't be defined by medical practitioners. We look at:Actions that can open portalsWhere portals can openThe effects open portals have on your mind and bodyMY YOUTUBE PORTAL CLOSING VIDEO FOR HOMES:- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENyGdtp4FOwMY YOUTUBE VIDEO FOR ENERGY FIELD REPAIR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_T8JwdDYNpI&t=8s Send a textTRANSCRIPT AVAILABLE: https://perfectlyparanormal.buzzsprout.com/2126749Click on the link above, choose your episode & click on transcript, enjoy :)LIKE THIS EPISODE? Follow and leave a review on Apple Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perfectly-paranormal/id1669474568SHARE YOUR PARANORMAL STORY: Email Anna: spiritualbeing44@gmail.com and your stories can be included in my podcast. Names are changed to protect your privacy. PARANORMAL AND FULL HOUSE CLEANSING:Visit my website: https://www.spiritualbe-ing.com.au/services/house-healing/MORE PARANORMAL INFORMATIONMy Youtube Channel playlist: The Spooky Stuff @paranormalspecialistMY BOOK - THE DARKNESS AROUND USA definitive guide to understanding dark beings & why they are here: Available on Amazon.com.au - type - The Darkness Around Us Anna SchmidtINTRO AND OUTRO MUSIC: Pixabay.com - Deep in the dell by Geoff Harvey, Creepy whispering by Raspberry Tickle Creepy music box by Modification1089, Terror...
Ramadan arrives, and Muslims prepare for fasting, Suhoor, and Iftar. But some enter this blessed month carrying a quiet pain, a longing to fast while being unable to do so. Illness, pregnancy, weakness, medication, or old age may prevent a person from fasting, leaving them wondering: What is my place in Ramadan? Am I missing out? In this episode , we reflect on a soul-stirring reality about Ramadan that many people who can't fast overlook - a reality that can completely change how a believer sees their place in this blessed month. Because sometimes the door you think is closed… is not the door Allah intended for you to enter. Sign up now to AMAU Academy: https://www.amauacademy.com/ AMAU Academy: https://www.amauacademy.com/ AMAU Junior: https://amaujunior.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amauofficial/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMAU Telegram: https://t.me/amauofficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AMAUofficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/AMAUofficial iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/al-madrasatu-al-umariyyah/id1524526782 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08NJC1pIA0maaF6aKqZL4N Get in Touch: https://amau.org/getintouch BarakAllahu feekum. #AMAU #Islam #Dawah
In this groundbreaking episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast, we interview Dr. Jayakumar Rajadas, a Stanford Medicine researcher who has discovered multiple breakthrough therapeutic candidates for Lyme disease, Babesia, and Bartonella. His work includes the discovery of Disulfiram's effectiveness against Lyme and Babesia, Azlocillin's potent activity against Lyme and Bartonella, and advanced targeted drug-delivery systems designed to preserve the gut microbiome. Dr. Jay's research has been featured in TIME Magazine (Azlocillin) and Forbes (Disulfiram), and connects deeply with the work of leading Lyme researchers, including Dr. Monica Embers (Tulane), Dr. Kim Lewis (Northeastern), Dr. Kenneth Liegner, and Dr. Brian Fallon (Columbia University). This interview delivers hope, science, and unprecedented detail on what may become the next generation of Lyme disease treatments. Key Topics Covered 1. How the Stanford Tick Initiative Sparked a New Era of Drug Discovery In 2012, Stanford launched a major initiative in response to community demand for better Lyme treatments. Dr. Rajadas was selected to lead drug development, focusing specifically on persistent/chronic Lyme disease, where few researchers were working. 2. Understanding Borrelia: Active vs. Stationary Forms & Why Chronic Lyme Persists Dr. J explains the three key survival modes of Borrelia burgdorferi: Active Phase The bacteria are replicating and metabolically active. Easier to kill with standard antibiotics. Stationary Phase Bacteria reach population limits and slow down growth. Represents early persistence mechanisms. Persister Forms Triggered by stressors like antibiotics (e.g., doxycycline). Bacteria fold into round bodies, spiral forms, or compact “cement-like” protective balls. These forms: Shut down metabolic pathways Resist penetration Survive antibiotic exposure Why Doxycycline Can Fail Doxycycline can induce persisters, causing Borrelia to form impenetrable protective shells rather than die. This is why many patients initially feel better, then relapse. 3. Disulfiram (Antabuse): Lyme + Babesia Breakthrough Featured in Forbes One of the biggest scientific shocks of the last decade: Discovery Through Stanford's high-throughput screening of FDA-approved drugs, Disulfiram emerged as a top hit. Clears Borrelia (including persistent forms) Clears Babesia — a major advantage over standard antibiotics Does NOT harm the gut microbiome Is already FDA-approved and widely used for alcohol aversion therapy Highly potent but requires careful dosing due to side effects in inflamed patients. Why Some Patients Improve, and Others Suffer Chronic Lyme patients already have heightened inflammation. Disulfiram is a powerful molecule whose polymorphic forms behave differently in different people. His lab developed: Less toxic formulations Buccal & sublingual delivery systems Rectal delivery options These may reduce neuropsychiatric side effects reported by some patients. Clinical Connections Dr. Kenneth Liegner pioneered clinical use and published cases Dr. Brian Fallon conducted NIH-listed clinical trials. Many clinicians now use Liegner's protocols. Real-world example: Matt shares the story of Brooke Stoddard (Generation Lyme), who regained his life after Disulfiram treatment under Dr. Liegner. 4. Azlocillin: The Antibiotic That TIME Magazine Called a Gamechanger If Disulfiram is the Lyme and Babesia weapon, Azlocillin may be the frontline tool for Lyme and Bartonella. Why Azlocillin Is Revolutionary Eradicates both active and persister forms of Borrelia. Destroys doxycycline-induced “cement ball” persisters by drilling into their vulnerable cell-wall synthesis pathways. Proven effective against Bartonella when paired with azithromycin, based on research by Dr. Monica Embers (Tulane) . The Cell-Wall Vulnerability Breakthrough Persisters STILL must maintain minimal cell-wall synthesis to survive. Azlocillin exploits this tiny vulnerability: It penetrates the protective sphere Breaks the “cement wall” Forces the bacteria out of hibernation Kills them rapidly This discovery is one of the biggest scientific leaps in Lyme research in a decade. The Delivery System That Protects the Gut Microbiome Azlocillin is extremely hydrophilic, making absorption difficult.Dr. Jay fixed this by creating: A magnesium-lipid nanoparticle formulation Designed to release in the upper intestine Avoiding the colon (where most microbiome lives) This allows: High bloodstream absorption Minimal microbiome damage Oral availability of a drug previously only available via IV Why Azlocillin May Be Better Than Disulfiram Hits Borrelia + Bartonella Stronger anti-inflammatory effects No polymorphism issues Fewer side effects Potent against persisters A company is preparing to bring his oral formulation to clinical trials by next year. 5. Loratadine (Claritin): The First Clue from 2012 Before Disulfiram and Azlocillin, Dr. Jay's lab identified Loratadine (Claritin) as a manganese transporter inhibitor of Borrelia. Why it mattered: Borrelia uniquely relies on manganese, not iron. Blocking manganese uptake may weaken the bacteria. The discovery went viral, with many patients reporting improvement even at OTC doses—though the binding affinity was weak. This project introduced the concept of drug repurposing for Lyme to the scientific community. 6. Melittin (Bee Venom) — The Micro-Needle Patch Alternative Bee venom therapy is widely used in the Lyme community, but risks stings and allergic reactions. Dr. J is developing: Melittin micro-needle patches Delivering the active peptide without stinging Using dissolvable, painless needles A safe, controlled, pharmaceutical-grade delivery approach This could modernize bee venom therapy and make it more accessible. 7. Mechanism of Brain Fog & Fatigue in Lyme: A Major Breakthrough Dr. Jay's lab published a neuroscience paper demonstrating: Outer Surface Protein (Osp) Nanoparticles Borrelia sheds lipid-coated outer membrane particles. These form stable nano-vesicles that: Enter the bloodstream Cross into the brain Cause mitochondrial dysfunction Reduce ATP production Result: Brain Fog, Fatigue, Cognitive Dysfunction This explains why neurological Lyme can persist even after bacterial levels drop. This work ties strongly to ongoing research at Columbia University under Dr. Brian Fallon. 8. Collaborations With World Leaders in Lyme Research Dr. J's research intersects with: Dr. Kim Lewis (Northeastern University) Reproduced and validated Disulfiram findings publicly. Helped launch interest in persister-killing therapies. Dr. Monica Embers (Tulane University) Demonstrated Azlocillin + Azithromycin effectiveness against Bartonella. One of the world's foremost experts in persistent infection models. Dr. Kenneth Liegner Early clinical pioneer of Disulfiram therapy. Published stunning recovery cases. Dr. Brian A. Fallon (Columbia University) Leading psychiatrist specializing in post-treatment Lyme. Conducted planned Disulfiram clinical trials. These collaborations form a powerful network accelerating treatment development. 9. New Anti-Inflammatory Discoveries: Galangin & More Dr. Jay recently co-authored a 2025 paper on: Galangin (Thai ginger rhizome extract) Which may reverse cardiac inflammation and fibrosis His team is also exploring other nutraceutical molecules for chronic inflammation relief in Lyme patients. 10. Dr. Jay's Personal Story of Illness and Hope He reveals for the first time: He was diagnosed with Stage 3 Multiple Myeloma Lost the ability to walk Suffered unbearable pain After cutting-edge therapies and research, he is now in full remission His message to Lyme patients: “There is ALWAYS hope.”
In Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, hosted by Sana (filling in for Avik), we ask a simple question: What if your symptoms aren't random—what if they're signals? This episode explores how trauma can keep the stress response “switched on,” shaping sleep, digestion, immunity, and the way the body holds tension. This conversation is for anyone living with chronic stress, fatigue, pain, brain fog, or health patterns that feel hard to explain—especially listeners curious about mind-body healing without shame. Christina breaks down PTSD vs. complex trauma, how collective trauma can show up across communities, and why healing often needs more than talk therapy alone. About the Guest: Christina Simmons, LCSW-C is an integrative trauma therapist and educator. She supports Black women and women of color with trauma healing through mind-body approaches, including nervous system regulation and somatic work. Episode Chapter: 09:33 — The real theme: trauma as a root system of illness 12:25 — When the stress “switch” won't turn off 14:43 — How trauma shows up: sleep, digestion, immune changes 16:52 — PTSD vs. CPTSD: why developmental trauma matters 20:20 — Why systems treat symptoms instead of roots 28:13 — Epigenetics + collective trauma in the body 37:31 — Why talk therapy alone often isn't enough Key Takeaways: Notice “always on” signs: poor sleep, gut issues, fatigue, brain fog, inflammation patterns Replace self-blame with curiosity: “What has my body had to survive?” Understand the difference between single-event trauma and long-term developmental trauma Consider trauma healing as part of a wider health plan, not the only explanation Start with regulation: track your breath and gently shift it to support nervous system safety Explore modalities beyond talk therapy when reconnection is the goal How to Connect With the Guest: https://www.risemdllc.com/ Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.
The death of a spouse or life partner can create profound disruptions in the lives and homes of the survivors. The combination of grief with a huge additional load of responsibilities can shut down even the most organized among us. In episode #295 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The Clutter Fairy in Houston, Texas, explores the implications of a spouse's death on our decluttering and organizing efforts and offers strategies to plan for and manage this difficult transition.Show notes: https://cfhou.com/tcfw295The Clutter Fairy Weekly is a live webcast and podcast designed to help you clear your clutter and make space in your home and your life for more of what you love. We meet Tuesdays at noon (U.S. Central Time) to answer your decluttering questions and to share organizing tools and techniques, success stories and “ah-hah!” moments, seasonal suggestions, and timeless tips.To participate live in our weekly webcast, join our Meetup group, follow us on Facebook, or subscribe to our mailing list. You can also watch the videos of our webcast on YouTube.Support the show
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3315: Jillian Kubala breaks down when it's safe to exercise while sick and when your body needs complete rest. She explains how symptoms like fever, flu, stomach illness, or a persistent cough can worsen with activity and even put others at risk. Understanding these guidelines can help you recover faster, protect your strength, and return to your routine safely and confidently. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/working-out-while-sick Quotes to ponder: "Working out while you're feverish increases the risk of dehydration and can make a fever worse." "Avoid going to the gym when you have a cough, as you're putting fellow gym-goers at risk of being exposed to the germs that caused your illness." "Waiting until your symptoms completely subside before gradually getting back into your workout routine is a safe way to return to exercise after an illness." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Caregivers put so much energy into caregiving yet they still struggle with self-criticism and feeling like their best isn't good enough.Every caregiver deserves self-forgiveness.Listen this week to find out the five areas that can lead caregivers to carry shame, and what they can do about it.Your wellbeing matters.Doctor Deliawww.DoctorDelia.comCoping Courageously: A Heart-Centered Guide for Navigating a Loved One's Illness Without Losing Yourself is available here: www.copingcourageously.com Please review this podcast wherever you listen and forward your favorite episode to a friend! And be sure to subscribe!Sign up to stay connected and learn about upcoming programs:https://trainings.integrativepalliative.com/IPI-stay-in-touchI'm thrilled to be listed in Feedspot's top 15 palliative podcasts!https://blog.feedspot.com/palliative_care_podcasts/
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3315: Jillian Kubala breaks down when it's safe to exercise while sick and when your body needs complete rest. She explains how symptoms like fever, flu, stomach illness, or a persistent cough can worsen with activity and even put others at risk. Understanding these guidelines can help you recover faster, protect your strength, and return to your routine safely and confidently. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/working-out-while-sick Quotes to ponder: "Working out while you're feverish increases the risk of dehydration and can make a fever worse." "Avoid going to the gym when you have a cough, as you're putting fellow gym-goers at risk of being exposed to the germs that caused your illness." "Waiting until your symptoms completely subside before gradually getting back into your workout routine is a safe way to return to exercise after an illness." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if your diagnosis isn't the whole story?Across illnesses that look completely different on the surface, researchers continue to find many of the same upstream biological pressures shaping how disease behaves. When you understand those shared drivers, you begin to see places where your body may still have room to respond.In this episode of Renegade Remission, we step beneath the label of a diagnosis and look at the terrain it developed within.You'll hear a published case report of a 79-year-old man with heart failure and a reduced ejection fraction of 35% who declined major surgery and instead enrolled in a monitored whole-food, plant-forward dietary program and experienced significant improvement. We discuss plausible mechanisms including reduced inflammatory signaling, metabolic improvement, and gut-derived vascular stress reduction.From there, we explore the core biological drivers that researchers repeatedly identify across diagnoses: chronic inflammation, mitochondrial dysfunction, gut microbiome imbalance, environmental burden, stress physiology, metabolic instability, and persistent immune activation.In this episode, you'll gain:A clearer understanding of the upstream biological pressures that commonly shape chronic and terminal illnessA framework for identifying which root drivers may be most relevant in your own situationInsight into how reducing cumulative load can improve resilience even when a diagnosis is seriousA grounded explanation of why supporting mitochondria, metabolic stability, gut integrity, and nervous system regulation often improves overall capacityA way to approach healing that prioritizes clarity over overwhelmWhen you shift your focus from chasing symptoms to reducing underlying burden, your decisions tend to become more coherent and sustainable. Instead of reacting to every new strategy, you can begin to identify which levers matter most for your body.Listen now to understand the deeper biological patterns that may be influencing your condition and to identify one area where you can begin lightening the load.DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical advice. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or health regimen. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.This podcast explores stories and science around ALS, dementia, MS, cancer, mind body recovery, healing, functional medicine, heart disease, regression, remission, integrative medicine, autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, terminal disease, terminal illness, holistic health, quality of life, alternative medicine, natural healing, lifestyle medicine, and remission from cancer, offering hope and insights for those seeking resilience and renewal.
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3314: Jillian Kubala explores whether exercising while sick helps or hinders recovery, breaking down when it's safe to stay active and when rest is the smarter choice. Using the practical “above the neck” rule, she clarifies how to listen to your body while maintaining healthy habits. Discover how to protect your immune system, avoid setbacks, and make confident decisions about working out when you're under the weather. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/working-out-while-sick Quotes to ponder: "Engaging in regular exercise is an excellent way to keep your body healthy." "Many experts use the 'above the neck rule' when advising patients on whether to continue working out while sick." "Ultimately listening to your body to determine if you feel well enough to exercise with a stuffy nose is the best bet." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Send Vanessa a Text MessageMitolife Listener Code: Vanessa15 for 15% off at https://www.mitolife.co/Feeling exhausted, burned out, or like your health efforts aren't giving you the results you want? In this episode, I sit down with repeat-guest Matt Blackburn, founder of Mitolife, to explore the hidden drivers of burnout, cellular aging, and chronic degeneration.Matt explains his CLF protocol (calcification, lipofuscin, and fibrosis), and how these processes affect energy, recovery, and long-term health. We discuss why conventional wellness advice like “eat clean, sleep well, get sun” is essential but often not enough in today's modern, high-stress, high-toxin world. In his well-researched opinion, strategic and foundational supplementation can provide the support your body needs to recover and thrive.We touch on:The science of calcification, fibrosis, and lipofuscinHow modern stressors and environmental toxins impact recoveryKey nutrients that support cellular health (Examples: Vitamin E, Vitamin K2, etc.)Systemic enzyme therapy and why it mattersHis recent experience with peptide therapyListener questions about health foundations, supplements, and practical takeawaysThis episode is for anyone ready to go deeper than surface-level health advice. We break down the foundations most people overlook and highlight strategies that can truly help your body recover, perform, and thrive.Connect with Mitolife/Matt Blackburn:Mitolife Website (use code Vanessa15 for 15% off): https://www.mitolife.co/Instagram: @mattblackburnMitolife Instagram: @mitolifeMitolife YouTube Channel: Mitolife OfficialMitolife Radio Podcast: Apple PodcastsPeptide Resource: Peptide InitiativeConnect with the Podcast:Website: Intentionally Well PodcastPodcast on InstagramVanessa on InstagramPodcast on YouTubePodcast on TikTokPodcast on XEmail: intentionallywellpodcast@gmail.comSupport the showThis episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3314: Jillian Kubala explores whether exercising while sick helps or hinders recovery, breaking down when it's safe to stay active and when rest is the smarter choice. Using the practical “above the neck” rule, she clarifies how to listen to your body while maintaining healthy habits. Discover how to protect your immune system, avoid setbacks, and make confident decisions about working out when you're under the weather. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/working-out-while-sick Quotes to ponder: "Engaging in regular exercise is an excellent way to keep your body healthy." "Many experts use the 'above the neck rule' when advising patients on whether to continue working out while sick." "Ultimately listening to your body to determine if you feel well enough to exercise with a stuffy nose is the best bet." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What does it take to build a Michelin-starred restaurant when you arrive in New York heartbroken and broke?In the latest episode of Books & Beyond, Tara sits down with Suvir Saran, the chef behind Devi; the first Indian restaurant in North America to receive a Michelin star, to talk about his memoir Tell My Mother I Like Boys.But this episode isn't just about food. From growing up in Delhi feeling “othered,” to becoming one of the world's first openly gay chefs, to being left on a New York sidewalk by his first love with Tiffany rings still in his pocket, Suvir speaks candidly about racism, heartbreak, illness, a 20-year relationship that shaped him, and the difficult decision to return to India at 53 and begin again.Tara and Suvir also unpack what it really took to make Indian cuisine “chic” in New York before it was trendy, why he chose not to villainise the people who hurt him, the story behind his 27-page acknowledgements (yes, 27!), and how the title came to be.This episode looks at the messy side of building a career and a life, the risks, the reinventions, and the moments that force you to grow up fast.If you've ever felt out of place or caught between two worlds, this episode will stay with you.‘Books and Beyond with Bound' is the podcast where Tara Khandelwal and Michelle D'costa uncover how their books reflect the realities of our lives and society today. Find out what drives India's finest authors: from personal experiences to jugaad research methods, insecurities to publishing journeys. Created by Bound, a storytelling company that helps you grow through stories. Follow us @boundindia on all social media platforms.
At trial, I watch for small fractures in composure. A tremor at the corner of the mouth. A tightening around the eyes when a document is handed up. A shift in breathing that does not match the rhythm of the room. When I sense nervousness, I narrow the focus. I slow the pace. I return to the point that caused the disruption. Momentum in a hearing is real; once it breaks, the narrative can change. But even then, I treat what I see as provisional. Nervousness is not a confession. It can signal pressure, fatigue, inexperience, or simply the weight of the moment. Experience teaches restraint. What looks decisive at first glance often softens once the evidence is fully canvassed. That tension between instinct and proof is what automated emotion detection systems promise to bypass. Software claims it can identify stress, deception, engagement, or intent from facial micro-movements, vocal cadence, and behavioral cues. It offers a quantified version of what trial lawyers do informally, stripped of hesitation and scaled across thousands of subjects at once. The appeal is obvious. Institutions prefer metrics to ambiguity. A score appears firmer than a perception. Emotion, once understood as fluid and context-dependent, is reframed as analyzable input. The regulatory concern arises when those outputs are treated as established fact rather than tentative inference; when a machine's interpretation of nervousness carries more institutional weight than the disciplined skepticism that should accompany it. What These Systems Say They Measure What these systems claim to measure sounds technical and controlled. Facial muscle movement. Vocal tone and cadence. Eye tracking. Posture shifts. All of it grouped under the banner of affective computing. The output is clean; engagement at 72 percent. Stress elevated. Attention declining. It looks empirical. But the system is not measuring emotion. It is measuring signals and matching them to pre-labeled categories. A pause becomes anxiety. Averted eyes become disengagement. A tightened jaw becomes deception or strain. The inference is embedded in the model, not proven in the moment. The interface suggests certainty. The underlying logic remains probabilistic. Correlation is presented as conclusion. For a regulator, that distinction is not academic. Measuring movement is one thing. Asserting an internal state is another. The risk lives in the space between the two. Why the Science Falls Short Human emotion does not map neatly onto facial geometry. The foundational research often cited in support of emotion recognition rests on controlled laboratory settings, posed expressions, and small participant pools. Real-world environments are messier. Lighting shifts. Faces age. Illness, medication, neurodiversity, and cultural display rules alter expression. What looks like universality in a lab fragments in practice. The dominant models rely on the premise that discrete emotions correspond to identifiable facial configurations. That premise remains contested in contemporary psychology. Increasingly, affective science points to variability rather than fixed signatures. Context and interpretation shape meaning as much as muscle movement does. A model trained to detect anger from a narrowed brow may simply be detecting concentration. Data sets compound the problem. Many are geographically narrow, demographically uneven, or built from staged imagery. Labels are assigned by human annotators who infer emotion from appearance. The model learns those inferences as ground truth. It does not verify them. It optimizes against them. Validation metrics further obscure the limits. Accuracy rates reported in vendor materials often reflect performance on similar data to that used in training. Cross-context robustness, demographic parity, and longitudinal stability receive less emphasis. A model that performs adequately on curated data may degrade significantly in diverse operational settings. The scientific weakness is therefo...
Send a textDescription: An immersive reading of Offerings From My Patients and Their Families by Hanna M. Saltzman with reflection on offerings, gifts, complaints, and boundary crossings.Website:https://anauscultation.wordpress.comWork:https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2839104 References:Saltzman HM. Offerings From My Patients and Their Families. JAMA. 2025;334(15):1399. doi:10.1001/jama.2025.12143https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2839104 Hanna Saltzman: www.hannasaltzman.com Hyde, Lewis. The Gift: Imagination and the Erotic Life of Property. 25th anniversary ed., Vintage Books, 2007.Campo R. Making Lists in Medicine and Poetry. JAMA. 2025;334(15):1399. doi:10.1001/jama.2025.12103https://www.etymonline.com/word/offering
reference: Sri Aurobindo, Bases of Yoga, Chapter 5, Physical Consciousness — Subconscient — Sleep and Dream — Illness, pp. 106-107This episode is also available as a blog post at https://sriaurobindostudies.wordpress.com/2026/03/01/illness-is-a-deformation-of-the-physical-nature/Video presentations, interviews and podcast episodes are allavailable on the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@santoshkrinsky871More information about Sri Aurobindo can be found at www.aurobindo.net The US editions and links to e-book editions of SriAurobindo's writings can be found at Lotus Press www.lotuspress.com#Sri Aurobindo #yoga #integral yoga #spirituality #tamasic surrender #illness #health
No matter if you are in a declared war zone or on a college campus, danger is around every corner. But, we can thrive anyway!To watch the video of this message, you can watch us on Victory Channel (Dish 265 or DirecTV 366), on Faith Broadcasting Network (DirecTV channel 379) and you can always watch our broadcasts on demand on our website or our YouTube Channel!For more information regarding Weeter Ministries, to send prayer requests, praise reports or to become a Covenant Partner with us to get this uncompromised Word of the Living God out to the world, please visit our website: WeeterMinistries.orgSupport the show
In this powerful returning episode of Unleashing Intuition Secrets, Michael Jaco welcomes intuitive transformational energy healer and author Sherri Divband for a wide-ranging discussion on healing, consciousness, and the shifting realities many are experiencing today. Sherri shares insights from her recent visit to Charleston's Angel Tree and discusses her five-year mission to launch Aramis Creative Learning Centers — a humanitarian-funded educational model built on animal-assisted learning, project-based education, and on-campus wellness centers utilizing frequency and energy-based healing modalities. Her vision focuses on supporting neurodivergent and anxious children while also awakening adults to new levels of awareness and responsibility. The conversation explores complex and timely themes, including illness and psychotic episodes she reports seeing in client sessions, the role of intention and sovereignty for protection, collective division tactics, and the importance of neutrality during times of uncertainty. Sherri and Michael dive into deeper metaphysical territory — discussing observer and guardian souls, multidimensional “pocket civilizations,” ascension symptoms such as short-term memory loss, recurring number sequences, and the concept of timeline jumps. The discussion centers on how consciousness, perception, and personal alignment may influence the realities individuals experience. Sherri also shares updates on upcoming events, fundraisers, and her new children's book focused on anxiety and emotional resilience. This episode blends spiritual insight, humanitarian vision, and multidimensional awareness — offering listeners a thought-provoking exploration of healing, sovereignty, and the evolving human experience.
reference: Sri Aurobindo, Bases of Yoga, Chapter 5, Physical Consciousness — Subconscient — Sleep and Dream — Illness, pp. 105-106This episode is also available as a blog post at https://sriaurobindostudies.wordpress.com/2026/02/27/47811/Video presentations, interviews and podcast episodes are allavailable on the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@santoshkrinsky871More information about Sri Aurobindo can be found at www.aurobindo.net The US editions and links to e-book editions of SriAurobindo's writings can be found at Lotus Press www.lotuspress.com#Sri Aurobindo #yoga #integral yoga #spirituality #illness #health #healing
reference: Sri Aurobindo, Bases of Yoga, Chapter 5, Physical Consciousness — Subconscient — Sleep and Dream — Illness, pp. 104-105This episode is also available as a blog post at https://sriaurobindostudies.wordpress.com/2026/02/26/the-vital-envelope-is-the-first-line-of-defense-against-illness/Video presentations, interviews and podcast episodes are allavailable on the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@santoshkrinsky871More information about Sri Aurobindo can be found at www.aurobindo.net The US editions and links to e-book editions of SriAurobindo's writings can be found at Lotus Press www.lotuspress.com#Sri Aurobindo #yoga #integral yoga #spirituality #vital envelope #aura #illness #health
Life doesn't always go the way we planned. Illness hits, relationships fall apart, and prayers feel unanswered. In James 1, we're told to count it pure joy when we face trials, not because pain is easy, but because testing produces perseverance and spiritual maturity. Trials are not punishment. They refine our faith like fire refines gold, turning fragile belief into unshakable strength and teaching us to trust God in every season.Spiritual growth requires endurance. Just as muscles are built through resistance, steadfast faith is formed through struggle. When we fully surrender and let God finish His work in us, He produces wholeness, deeper intimacy, and lasting joy. If you are walking through a difficult season, do not stop. Keep praying, keep trusting, and remember that the same God who watches over the sparrow is watching over you.Subscribe to Our Channel! New to LifeRock? Click here: liferockchurch.org/get-connectedTo support this ministry and help us reach people in our community. Click here: liferockchurch.org/giveDo you need someone to pray for you? We will pray for you. Click here: liferockchurch.org/online-prayerFollow: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifeRockColumbiaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/LifeRockChurchX: https://www.x.com/LifeRockChurch
EVEN MORE about this episode!Can energy healing detect illness before symptoms appear?Join Julie Ryan for live medical intuitive readings, energy field scans, gut health insights, arthritis healing, and afterlife messages from Spirit. You'll hear how she raises her vibration, connects through a focused “laser beam” of consciousness, and examines the body's energy field membrane to uncover hidden imbalances.From chronic bloating and leaky gut to scoliosis and arthritis, Julie blends intuitive insight with practical wellness strategies. She shares clear, actionable guidance on gut health, inflammation, supplements, hormones, and detox support—explaining complex physiology through simple, relatable analogies. Whether it's visualizing spinal adjustments or clearing yeast overgrowth, this episode shows how energetic work and physical healing can integrate seamlessly.The show also takes a deeply moving turn as Julie connects a caller with her deceased father, describing the instantaneous transition into profound peace—and even the extraordinary music experienced beyond this life. If you've ever wondered how energy healing really works, how intuition can pinpoint health issues, or what happens when we cross over, this episode delivers insight, comfort, and hope—all in one unforgettable live session.Episode Chapters:(0:00:00) - Introduction and Energy Field Membrane Healing(0:06:40) - Finding Lost Documents and Estate Planning Help(0:17:35) - Medical Intuitive Scans: Gut Health and Digestive Issues(0:29:15) - Healing Scoliosis, Arthritis and Skeletal Conditions(0:42:50) - Chronic Illnesses, Spike Proteins and Immune Support(0:51:20) - Lymphatic System Healing and Chiropractic Care(0:57:45) - Death, Dying and Communication with Spirits➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️Julie's Intuitive Trainings✏️Ask Julie a Question!
In this episode of Heal Yourself. Change Your Life®, Brandy Gillmore shares powerful mind-body healing insights from working with an incredible volunteer named Doris who was experiencing vision loss. The first pattern? A buried emotion from decades ago that she thought was resolved — but was still silently affecting her health, her relationships, and even her vision. It's a perfect example of how unresolved emotional patterns can create a real stress response in the body, even years later. The second? Something millions of people do every single day — and when Brandy brought it up, Doris's response made her laugh because she said, "I thought that doesn't count." It counts. And once you hear why, you'll never look at it the same way. This episode explores how hidden emotional patterns — including guilt, buried anger, and everyday emotional triggers — can block self-healing and keep the body stuck in a cycle of illness. Brandy breaks down why true healing requires more than positive thinking and what it actually takes to rewire the mind-body connection at a deeper level. If you've been doing the inner work but still feel stuck, this episode might show you exactly what's been hiding in plain sight. → Continue Your Self-Healing Journey Listen to the Full Volunteer Self-Healing Session Click here to access today's self-healing session as Brandy Gillmore works directly with Doris Free Mind-Body Healing Training If you'd like a deeper understanding of mind-body healing and how self-healing works: Click here to join the FREE training. Brandy Gillmore's Mind-Body Healing: Scientific Research If you'd like scientific research on mind-body healing, you can view Brandy Gillmore's work published in a Medical Journal. Personal Empowerment and Self-Healing Courses If you're ready to heal yourself and change your life: Click here to explore our GIFT Mind-Body Healing™ and the GIFT Method™ Courses and GIFT Workshops. Connect With Brandy Follow Brandy on Facebook Follow Brandy on Instagram Questions? Discover more at https://brandygillmore.com or email support@BrandyGillmore.com Disclaimer, Safety & Protecting Our Work and Volunteers This content is provided for personal inspiration and self-healing support only. It is not medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any condition. Do not change or discontinue any medical or mental health treatment without consulting your doctor(s). This content is for personal use only. In order to help protect our community, volunteers, and the integrity of the work, this content may not be recorded, copied, altered, redistributed, taught, impersonated, or used to create derivative works, including use with artificial intelligence (AI/ML) or similar technologies. By engaging with this content, you acknowledge and agree to these terms. (Click here to read the full disclaimer)
214 | Navigating Chronic Illness & Vocal Injury with Hannah May {fullvoicemusic.com} ⭐ Find links mentioned in this episode here: https://www.fullvoicemusic.com/podcast/214/ ⭐ Illness and vocal health challenges touch every voice professional, in our own lives or in the lives of our students. Tasmanian-born singer, songwriter, and voice teacher Hannah May shares her journey through chronic illness and recovery from vocal injury and how that experience transformed the way she holds space for her students and sets clear, compassionate boundaries in her studio. In Episode 214, we explore a story of resilience, perspective, and a powerful redefinition of sustainable singing.
Send a textIf you've been sick for months or years with no clear answers, this episode is for you.Dr. Eric Potter of Sanctuary Functional Medicine joins Michael Rubino to discuss how mold exposure impacts the immune system, brain function, hormones, fertility, and long-term health.While conventional medicine often focuses on respiratory symptoms, mold illness can present as multi-system dysfunction: brain fog, chronic fatigue, food sensitivities, depression, strange medication reactions, recurrent infections, infertility, and autoimmune issues.Dr. Potter explains:• Why mold is missed in traditional medicine• How mold suppresses immune function• Why detox takes time• Why you cannot fully heal while still in exposure• How mold affects fertility and hormone balance• The connection between mold and longevity-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------About Dr. PotterDr. Eric Potter graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine before completing dual training in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. Over the years, he has cared for patients of all ages and backgrounds, continually expanding his medical knowledge and clinical skills. He later dedicated hundreds of hours to earn his Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) Certification, placing him among a select group of practitioners in the region who have completed the full program. At Sanctuary, he combines the best of conventional medicine with the best of functional medicine to deliver truly comprehensive care.Beyond his extensive training, Dr. Potter has personally experienced the challenges of today's healthcare system—both as a physician and as a family member supporting loved ones through illness. These experiences fueled his desire to create a better model of care. By stepping outside the insurance-driven system, he is able to offer longer visits, whole-person care, and unbiased recommendations with wholesale pricing on labs and supplements. Practicing functional medicine enables him to uncover root causes rather than simply manage symptoms, serving as a trusted advocate for patients seeking a healthier, more abundant life.Outside the clinic, Dr. Potter is married and a father of six, with a family story shaped by God's providence, including the blessing of adoption. He enjoys running, reading, hiking, and spending quality time with his family.
reference: Sri Aurobindo, Bases of Yoga, Chapter 5, Physical Consciousness — Subconscient — Sleep and Dream — Illness, pg. 104This episode is also available as a blog post at https://sriaurobindostudies.wordpress.com/2026/02/25/illness-faith-yoga-power-and-medicines/Video presentations, interviews and podcast episodes are allavailable on the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@santoshkrinsky871More information about Sri Aurobindo can be found at www.aurobindo.net The US editions and links to e-book editions of SriAurobindo's writings can be found at Lotus Press www.lotuspress.com#Sri Aurobindo #yoga #integral yoga #spirituality #illness #placebo effect #homeopathy #vital sheath #health #healing
In this empowering episode, Laura is joined by Pamela Gelie, Founder of URise, for a heartfelt and practical conversation on what it truly means to redefine balance…especially as Black women navigating multiple roles, expectations, and seasons of life. Pamela shares her personal journey of pursuing greater freedom, meaning, and values alignment, including how her search for balance ultimately led to a career pivot. Together, Laura and Pamela explore how balance is not a fixed destination, but a living, evolving practice shaped by our responsibilities, our resilience, and our willingness to honor what we need. This episode also dives into the complex relationship many Black women have with resilience. While strength is often celebrated, Laura and Pamela discuss how the "Strong Black Woman" trope can sometimes make it difficult to soften, rest, and be fully human—especially in moments when we don't want to bounce back quickly. Aligned with Season 8's theme "Leaning Into Joy," this conversation invites listeners to consider balance as a pathway to joy; one that prioritizes inner clarity, wellbeing, and intentional living over perfection or constant performance. About Pamela Born in France to Afro-Caribbean parents, Pamela grew up between cultures and learned to adapt across worlds. A decade in London shaped her career leading customer experience in global organisations across the UK and France. Those years taught her how to deliver at scale while navigating complexity and multicultural environments. Illness, mental health challenges in family and discrimination tested her but also built resilience and empathy. Motherhood deepened her drive to create freedom and balance for her kids and the next generation. Today, she channels her journey and a profound sense of ''Give Back' into URise, the company so founded to turn lived experience into impact. It allows her to blend leadership, purpose and reinvention in equal measure. Connect with Pamela on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-gelie BWL Resources: Join us at the 2026 Black Woman Leading LIVE! Conference & Retreat. May 11-14, 2026 in Myrtle Beach, SC. Save your seat at www.BWLretreat.com Full podcast episodes are now on Youtube. Subscribe to the BWL channel today! Check out the BWL theme song here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l68EqEJjXq0 Check out the BWL line dance tutorial here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eui89AmJwUg Download the free Black Woman Leading Career Reset Kit - https://blackwomanleading.com/career-reset-kit/ Credits: Learn about all Black Woman Leading® programs, resources, and events at www.blackwomanleading.com Learn more about our consulting work with organizations at https://knightsconsultinggroup.com/ Email Laura: info@knightsconsultinggroup.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraeknights/ Follow BWL on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/blackwomanleading Instagram: @blackwomanleading Facebook: @blackwomanleading Youtube: @blackwomanleading Podcast Music & Production: Marshall Knights - https://marshallknights.com/ Graphics: Dara Adams Listen and follow the podcast on all major platforms: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher iHeartRadio Audible Podbay
Confessions of a Freebird - Midlife, Divorce, Dating, Empty Nest, Well-Being, Mindset, Happiness
When midlife hits and your body changes and getting dressed can suddenly feel frustrating. Waistlines shift. Fabrics fit differently. Pieces that once felt effortless now feel off.But here's the truth: style in midlife doesn't have to feel confusing and it definitely doesn't have to feel defeating.In this episode of Confessions of a Freebird, I'm joined by personal stylist and conscious fashion expert Renée Lara, who has over 20 years of experience helping women align their wardrobe with their values, lifestyle, and evolving bodies.Renée's path is anything but ordinary, from studying nursing to psychology, to a life-changing encounter with Mother Teresa, to ultimately following her calling into sustainable, soulful fashion. Her approach blends practicality, emotional well-being, and conscious consumption, especially for women navigating menopause and midlife transitions.We talk about why fashion for women over 50 isn't just about looking good, it's about feeling supported, expressing who you are now, and choosing clothing that honors both your body and the planet. In this episode, we explore:Why midlife style is less about trends and more about personal alignmentWhat to do when menopause body changes make it feel like nothing fitsHow you can embrace your shifting shape with confidenceMindset shifts to feel more at home in your clothesWhy fabric, texture, and comfort matter more than ever, especial for gen x styleHow to build real-life Gen X outfits that work for casual or virtual daysCompassionate style practices that support body changes without self-criticismThe must-have pieces for a simple capsule wardrobe worth investing in for generation x fashionHow accessories can instantly elevate your look and confidenceIf you've been searching for fashion for women over 50, menopause fashion tips, Gen X style inspiration and a simple capsule wardrobe for midlife then this episode is your invitation to accept who you are now — and to get dressed with more ease, clarity, and confidence.Much love,LaurieClick here to learn about my NEW “Nervous System Regulation Starter Kit” Click here to purchase my book: Sandwiched: A Memoir of Holding On and Letting GoFree ResourcesClick here to schedule a FREE inquiry call with me.Click here for my FREE “Beginner's Guide to Somatic Healing”Click here for my FREE Core Values ExerciseWebsiteConnect with Renee:https://www.reneelarastyle.com/https://www.instagram.com/reneelarastyle/Please leave me feedback. I cannot respond so if you'd like me to respond, please leave your email***********************DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL, MEDICAL OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED THERAPIST IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING SUICIDAL THOUGHTS. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL WITH RESPECT TO ANY MEDICAL ISSUE OR PROBLEM.
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You didn't quit. Life interrupted. If you've ever felt like you were doing well — and then suddenly found yourself “starting over,” this episode explains why. Spoiler: it's not about motivation. It's about design. Here's what we're unpacking: Why progress really stalls Research shows most habits don't fail because people give up — they fail because of disruption. Travel. Illness. Schedule changes. Stress. Caregiving. Real life. Most systems are built for ideal weeks — not unpredictable ones. The re-entry problem When routines break, most people don't need a new plan. They need a way back in. Diana shares a personal story about a season where everything was working — until life shifted. The lesson? “I didn't need a new plan. I needed a re-entry point.” The 4 invisible progress blockers All-or-nothing systems – Great when life is calm. Fragile when it's not. No re-entry point – Miss a week and it feels like starting over. Too many decisions – Restarting feels heavier than stopping. Shame-based self-talk – “I should be further along.” These aren't character flaws. They're design flaws. Why restarting feels harder than starting Research shows people resume habits faster when restarting feels: Small Familiar Neutral Shame delays progress. Accessibility restores it. “Consistency isn't about intensity. It's about accessibility.” This week's challenge Instead of asking: “Why can't I stick with this?” Ask: “How easy is it for me to come back when life interrupts?” Resource: 26 on 26 To support this idea, download 26 on 26 — a simple list of 26 small ways to come back in gently. Not a reset. Not a challenge. Just a menu. Choose one. Momentum isn't about never stopping. It's about knowing how to return. Click here to download your daily, weekly, and monthly checklists. Click here to take the quick quiz. Support the showConnect with Diana:Business email: Diana@dsdeclutrr.comOur Instagram: @dsdeclutrrOur Facebook: @dsdeclutrrOur Websites: dsdeclutrr.com
Personal Trainer & Assistant Manager @bullfrog_fitnessPerformance Enhancement SpecialistCertified Nutrition CoachCorrective Exercise Specialisthttps://www.instagram.com/billycav87/?hl=enThis video features an interview with Billy Cavalieri a personal trainer and assistant manager at Bullfrog Fitness. He discusses his journey into the fitness industry, his certifications, and his approach to training and nutrition.Here's a breakdown of the key topics:Billy's Background and Certifications (4:30-5:01): Dr. Matt introduces Billy, highlighting his certifications as a NASM-certified personal trainer, certified nutrition coach, corrective exercise specialist, and performance enhancement specialist.Correcting Posture Issues (7:03-7:34): Billy addresses common posture issues, particularly in the upper body, and shares his favorite drills, including trap stretches and full-range-of-motion exercises for muscle groups.Nutrition Coaching (7:41-8:03): He discusses his certification as a nutrition coach through NASM and emphasizes the importance of proper fueling for workouts, citing Lane Norton as a notable nutrition expert he follows.NASM Personal Trainer Certification (10:49-12:22): Billy describes the NASM personal trainer certification as very challenging, requiring extensive study. He shares his experience with the proctored online exam, highlighting the strict monitoring.Favorite Coffee Shop and Podcast (13:03-17:48): Billy shares his favorite coffee shop is Nitro, and his favorite podcast is Huberman Lab, praising Andrew Huberman's ability to make complex subjects understandable and entertaining.Favorite Instagram Accounts and Misinformation in Fitness (17:49-19:55): He primarily follows surfing accounts and workout videos, warning about the spread of misinformation in the fitness industry on social media.Recent Travel to Peru and Recovery from Illness (20:59-21:42): Billy mentions a recent trip to Peru where he got sick, leading to a month-long recovery period and cautious return to intense workouts.ACL Injury and Rehab Experience (37:47-40:50): Billy shares his experience with an ACL injury suffered while playing football in college, discussing his rehab process, the physical therapists involved, and his eventual return to full confidence in his knee.Joining Bullfrog Fitness (44:10-48:40): Billy explains how he transitioned from a 10-year engineering career to fitness, getting connected with Jeremiah at Bullfrog Fitness through Drew Fornaro. He praises the gym's energy and supportive environment.Common Struggles for Clients (1:07:00-1:07:53): Billy highlights diet as the biggest struggle for his clients, followed by the difficulty in teaching proper deadlift and RDL techniques due to client nervousness about back injury.Client Success Story (1:07:57-1:11:00): He shares a success story about a client who, despite initially setting some "unachievable" goals, has been consistently progressing for over a year, demonstrating the importance of gradual goal setting.Personal Goals and Future Plans (1:11:58-1:14:19): Billy reveals his personal goal of pursuing a physical therapist assistant degree, with plans to eventually earn a doctorate in physical therapy. He sees this as a way to combine his personal training expertise with rehabilitation, offering comprehensive care.Upcoming Travels and Contact Information (1:14:44-1:15:32): Billy mentions upcoming travel plans for his honeymoon in the southern Basque region of France, which includes a surf event, followed by a trip to Hawaii. He shares his Instagram handle, @BillyCav87, as the best way to contact him.Life Motto (1:15:58-1:16:26): Billy shares his favorite quote from Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure: "Be excellent to each other. Party on, dudes," emphasizing treating people well and having a good time.
My guest on the show today is Jonny Thakkar. Jonny is an Assistant Professor in Political Science at Swarthmore College and one of the founding editors of The Point. He's the author of various articles, most recently “Beyond Equality” in the newest issue of the Point, and the 2018 book Plato as Critical Theorist.I asked Jonny on to talk about his late friend and mentor the philosopher and psychoanalyst Jonathan Lear, who was his advisor at the University of Chicago Committee on Social Thought and, as you'll hear in our discussion, his occasional advisor on matters of the heart.He wrote about Lear, after his death, along with a collection of other remembrances from friends and colleagues of Lear's:His own career path was so individual as to be impossible to emulate. Institutionally speaking, he had completed two undergraduate degrees, one in history and the other in philosophy, followed by two graduate degrees, the first a Ph.D. on Aristotle's logic under the supervision of Saul Kripke—a prodigy in contemporary logic and metaphysics who was only eight years older than Jonathan, had no expertise in Aristotle and only ever supervised one other dissertation—and the second a professional qualification in psychoanalysis that licensed him to treat patients clinically. His philosophical interlocutors were many and various, among them Plato, Aristotle, Kierkegaard, Freud, Heidegger, Wittgenstein, Williams, J. M. Coetzee and Marilynne Robinson, but he was no dilettante. He wanted to understand what it meant to be human, and he simply followed that question wherever it took him. Without end, I should add: he took up the study of ancient Hebrew in his mid-seventies because he had become so puzzled by the treatment of the prophet Balaam that he wanted to make sure he wasn't missing anything in translation!That ethos of constant self-development was central to what you might call Jonathan's philosophy of life. Some people use the term “perpetual student” pejoratively; for Jonathan, being open to learning from the world was the key to human flourishing. As he told matriculating undergraduates in a 2009 address, “the aim of education is to teach us how to be students.” In the preface to Open Minded, he wrote that achieving tenure at Cambridge in his twenties freed him from professional pressures to such an extent that he was forced to confront the meaning of his own existence. “I realized that before I died, I wanted to be in intimate touch with some of the world's greatest thinkers, with some of the deepest thoughts which humans have encountered. I wanted to think thoughts—and also to write something which mattered to me.”We talk about Lear's work, but also about what it means to be, or be influenced by, what Lear called a “local exemplar,” which is someone who has a profound influence on the people around him or her. An exemplar could be a real mentor in the classic sense, as Lear was for Jonny and other students of his, or a writer who affects other people just through text, which is how he functioned in my life. It could also be someone who just said or did something once or a few times that stays with us, imprints itself on us, and changes us in ways that unfold over time.So we talk about how Lear played that role in our lives, but also about the ways in which Thakkar may be playing the role of local exemplar, as a teacher, in the lives of his students, and more generally what it is about someone, or something, that makes it capable of influencing us in these ways.One reason we ended up in this space, I think, is that I've been wrestling a lot, lately, with the question of how writing does or doesn't influence people, because I'm writing a book, on relationships and therapy, that edges into the territory of self-help, and I've become moderately obsessed with not replicating the mistake that so many self-help books make on this front, which is thinking that in order to help people, the thing to do is give them straightforward advice on how to do or be better.This always seems to me like a fundamental misunderstanding of how texts change people, and in some ways an odd one to make in particular for the therapists and psychologists who write so many of these books. If anyone should understand that the human psyche is tricky and that real change tends be a product of close relationships and communal structures playing out over time, rather than advice distilled to words, it should be therapists.Texts do change people's lives, but it's indirect. They're poetic. They're narrative. They're allusive and elusive. They're not precision tools to achieve a predictable outcome in readers.Lear understood this. I asked him once if the style of his essays was deliberately looping and associative because he was trying to emulate something about the rhythms of psychoanalytic practice, and his response was surprise. I just try to write clearly, he said, and the more I think the more I believe him. I think there was something so integrated in the way he did all these things – teach, write, practice psychoanalysis – that his version of writing clearly became this thing that I perceived as indirect, and that it is because of this, in some sense, that his writing has the capacity to affect people in a way that most self-help literature doesn't.I didn't know Lear well, as a person, but he had, and continues to have, a big influence on me. That's even more the case for Jonny, as you'll hear. I don't think he's for everyone, but if he might be for you, I really encourage you to pick up one of his books or find one of his essays online. I'll drop in some links to a few of below. He was a remarkable person.Hope you enjoy. Peace.Jonathan Lear articles:* “Aims of Education”* “Inside and Outside the Republic”* “A Case for Irony”* “Wisdom Won from Illness” [this is actually the whole text of one of his books]* “Transience and hope: A return to Freud in a time of pandemic”* “Jumping from the Couch: An Essay on Phantasy and Emotional Structure”* “Can the virtuous person exist in the modern world?” This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit danieloppenheimer.substack.com/subscribe
This week the buds discuss robot Paddington, the BAFTAs controversy, Pierre's Venice trip and Dominos v Papa Johns!Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel here!Email or Dm us your correspondence to thebudpod@gmail.com or @budpodofficial on Instagram. KOJI!Glenn is on tour across the UK! For tickets go to https://www.glennmoorecomedy.com/Stream Glenn's tour show 'Will You Still Need Me, Will You Still Feed Me, Glenn I'm Sixty Moore' on Sky Comedy and NowTVPierre is going on tour across the UK, Ireland and Netherlands! Including a headline show at the Leicester Square Theatre on May 28th! Tickets available now at https://www.pierrenovellie.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Want to support the podcast? Join our Patreon or buy us a coffee. As an independent podcast, Shakespeare Anyone? is supported by listeners like you. In today's episode, we are exploring how Shakespeare depicts Julius Caesar's "falling sickness," commonly believed by historians and scholars to be epilepsy. First, we'll discuss how the play Julius Caesar can be read as a disability narrative and how it reflects early modern anxieties around invisible disabilities like epilepsy. Then, we will look at how Shakespeare depicts falling sickness or epilepsy across the canon and determine whether or not the depictions are as accurate as they are often celebrated to be. Finally, we will share an alternative diagnosis for Caesar's symptoms based on what is known of historical Caesar's medical history. Content Warning: Emetophobia, brief discussion of eating disorders Shakespeare Anyone? is created and produced by Kourtney Smith and Elyse Sharp. Music is "Neverending Minute" by Sounds Like Sander. For updates: Join our email list Follow us on Instagram at @shakespeareanyonepod Visit our website at shakespeareanyone.com Support the podcast: Become a patron at patreon.com/shakespeareanyone Buy us a coffee Bookshop.org: Since 2020, Bookshop.org has raised more than $38 million for independent bookstores. Shop our Shakespeare Anyone? storefront to find books featured on the podcast, books by our guests, and other Shakespeare-related books and gifts. Every purchase on the site financially supports independent bookstores. Libro.fm: Libro.fm makes it possible to purchase audiobooks through your local bookshop of choice. Use our link for 2 free audiobooks when you sign up for a new Libro.fm membership using our link. Find additional links mentioned in the episode in our Linktree. Works referenced: Breuer, Horst. "Bilder Der Epilepsie Bei Shakespeare / Representations of Epilepsy in Shakespeare." Medizinhistorisches Journal, vol. 37, no. 1, 2002, pp. 5–19. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/25805304. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026. Hamlyn, Tim. "The Nature of Caesar's Illness." Latomus, vol. 73, no. 2, 2014, pp. 360–67. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/24858427. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026. Hobgood, Allison. (2009). Caesar Hath the Falling Sickness: The Legibility of Early Modern Disability in Shakespearean Drama. Disability Studies Quarterly. 29. 10.18061/dsq.v29i4.993.
Rover thinks Duji is trying to make him look bad in front of Gianna. Folding or crumpling the toilet paper. Has JLR been pronouncing his name wrong? Is Rover upset that Duji is allegedly dating? Eric Dane is the latest celebrity to have a GoFundMe account set up. MSNOW reported that Kash Patel was at the Olympics to watch the men's hockey game. Americans are stuck in Mexico. The Mexican government said it killed the nation's most wanted cartel boss "El Mencho." JLR is wearing a new hoodie. During the BAFTA ceremony a man with Tourette's yells out a racial slur while Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo presented an award. Duji gives Charlie home remedies to help his sickness. Eye drop prescription to help improve eyesight. Duji denies having a secret boyfriend. A woman shares her hotel hack for washing your underwear.
Rover thinks Duji is trying to make him look bad in front of Gianna. Folding or crumpling the toilet paper. Has JLR been pronouncing his name wrong? Is Rover upset that Duji is allegedly dating? Eric Dane is the latest celebrity to have a GoFundMe account set up. MSNOW reported that Kash Patel was at the Olympics to watch the men's hockey game. Americans are stuck in Mexico. The Mexican government said it killed the nation's most wanted cartel boss "El Mencho." JLR is wearing a new hoodie. During the BAFTA ceremony a man with Tourette's yells out a racial slur while Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo presented an award. Duji gives Charlie home remedies to help his sickness. Eye drop prescription to help improve eyesight. Duji denies having a secret boyfriend. A woman shares her hotel hack for washing your underwear. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, we sit down with Camilla Thompson, one of Australia's leading biohackers and author of BIOHACK Me, to unpack the hidden health threat that changed her life: mold exposure. Camilla shares her personal health turning point, how discovering mold in her home sent her body into crisis, and why only some people develop severe symptoms while others don't. She breaks down mold genes, testing, detox strategies, and what to do when escaping a moldy environment isn't immediately possible—while also addressing the nervous system fallout she calls PTMD (Post-Traumatic Mold Disorder). The conversation expands into the bigger picture of biohacking without fear or elitism, emphasizing foundational health, behavior change, and resilience before chasing advanced protocols. From women's health and cold plunging to vagus nerve support, hormone testing, and raising healthier kids in a toxic food culture, this episode delivers grounded, actionable longevity wisdom that meets real life where it is.Camilla Thompson is one of Australia's leading biohackers and author of BIOHACK Me, a groundbreaking guide to making longevity and optimal health achievable in everyday life. A certified nutritionist, ICF executive coach and health & wellbeing coach , Camilla blends cutting-edge science with practical strategies to help people perform, feel and live better — for longer.A sought-after speaker and media contributor, Camilla has been featured on the front page of The Sydney Morning Herald and in The Age, Daily Mail, CEO Magazine, Women's Health, and Women's Fitness, as well as appearing on Sunrise TV and The Morning Show. She's is also interviewed on leading global podcasts. Camilla works with high-performing executives, global brands and wellness retreats across Australia and New Zealand, and is co-host of the award-winning Live Well Longer retreat. With expertise in biohacking, behavior change, nutrition, epigenetics and resilience, she brings a science-meets-lifestyle approach to longevity that resonates globally.SHOW NOTES:0:40 Welcome to the podcast!2:17 About Camilla Thompson 2:45 Welcome her to the show!4:02 Her health turning point5:28 Discovering mold in her house7:45 Mold in Australia vs U.S.9:17 Testing for mold exposure in the body11:09 Getting out of the fear state12:10 Why only some people get sick from mold13:58 Mold genes15:52 Detoxing mold18:22 When you can't get out of mold20:23 PTMD: Post-Traumatic Mold Disorder23:56 Building infrastructure changes30:11 *CALOCURB*31:21 Biohacking conferences & elitism35:18 Her priority biohacks37:51 Supporting children against food marketing43:16 Women & cold plunging45:15 Foundations before biohacks46:48 Vagus Nerve & Pulsetto48:27 Hormone testing & women's retreats52:15 Where to find her52:57 Her final piece of advice53:19 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:CALOCURB - code: RENEE10Website: www.biohackme.com.au IG: @biohackmecoachBook: Biohack Me: Practical Everyday LongevityRetreat: Live Well LongerSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
“Grief happens because you don't stop loving the person who died. The person doesn't exist in your reality anymore. The everyday is not colored and shaped by this other human being, but you don't stop loving the person. So grief is a particular kind of unrequited love. And probably without that dynamic relationship with this person, I would be someone else. And he would've been someone else. I mean, Paul died before me. But we were, I think, hugely important to the drama of becoming in our own lives.”Today, we are honored to welcome a writer whose work has long explored the intimate landscapes of the mind, memory and the heart. Siri Hustvedt's writing moves between the personal and the philosophical, the literary and the deeply human. Her work bridges collections of essays, non-fiction, poetry, and seven novels, including the international bestsellers What I Loved and The Summer Without Men. Recipient of the Princess of Asturias Award for Literature and the Gabarron Prize for Thought, her work has been translated into over thirty languages. Her new memoir, Ghost Stories, is a reflection on forty-three years shared with her late husband, the writer and filmmaker Paul Auster. In its pages, we encounter not only love and loss, but the quiet persistence of presence, memory, and language itself.(0:00) Grief as Unrequited LoveSiri explores the emotional reality of living without Paul Auster, noting that grief occurs because love does not stop when a person dies.(4:00) Facing Death with CourageThe importance of not hiding from mortality and how discussing end-of-life wishes offered a necessary perspective.(12:37) Reading from Ghost StoriesSiri reads the opening passage of her memoir, detailing how the loss of her husband deranged her sense of time and bodily rhythms.(18:41) The Phantom Limb: ” The beloved is taken away and it feels as if you're amputated or gutted.”(21:50) Grandfather, Father and Son: Generational Traumas Behind Paul Auster's Writing(24:11) How Powerful Emotions and a Person's Life Can Play a Role in Illness(30:09) Feeding the Earth "Paul very pointedly told me that he wanted to be buried in the Jewish mode. And the phrase he used was, “I want my body to feed the earth.”(44:23) Physical Love in MarriageOn the importance of physical intimacy in long-term marriages, a reality often left out of grief memoirs.(54:00) The Philosophy of the BetweenHow relational existence is foundational to life.(1:00:16) The Hubris of Controlling Nature(1:12:00) The Dark History of Statistics(1:32:12) The Art of Learning vs. AI and Automated Outcomes“I think we have to ask ourselves, what is education? What do we want from it? How do we want people to learn?Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
“Grief is a particular kind of unrequited love. It wasn't unrequited in the past. Usually, we think of unrequited love as you never got to do it, you never had it for yourself. But, in fact, there can be requited love, which is then unrequited love in the paroxysms of grief.”Today, we are honored to welcome a writer whose work has long explored the intimate landscapes of the mind, memory and the heart. Siri Hustvedt's writing moves between the personal and the philosophical, the literary and the deeply human. Her work bridges collections of essays, non-fiction, poetry, and seven novels, including the international bestsellers What I Loved and The Summer Without Men. Recipient of the Princess of Asturias Award for Literature and the Gabarron Prize for Thought, her work has been translated into over thirty languages. Her new memoir, Ghost Stories, is a reflection on forty-three years shared with her late husband, the writer and filmmaker Paul Auster. In its pages, we encounter not only love and loss, but the quiet persistence of presence, memory, and language itself.(0:00) “We were hugely important to the drama of becoming in our own lives”(2:04) Grief as Unrequited LoveSiri explores the emotional reality of living without Paul Auster, noting that grief occurs because love does not stop when a person dies.(3:19) The Shared Space of a 43-year Marriage(4:36) Reading from Ghost StoriesSiri reads the opening passage of her memoir, detailing how the loss of her husband deranged her sense of time and bodily rhythms.(7:02) How Loss Changes Our Sense of Time(11:24) How Powerful Emotions and a Person's Life Can Play a Role in Illness(13:04) Believing in a Reality that Transcends the Individual(20:06) Physical Love in MarriageOn the importance of physical intimacy in long-term marriages, a reality often left out of grief memoirs.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
Poor embryo development is not random. And "it just didn't work" is not an explanation. If your embryos stopped growing on Day 3 or Day 5, you've likely been told some version of the same thing. Bad luck. Egg quality. Try again. But Day 3 vs Day 5 embryo arrest are not interchangeable events. The timing carries biological clues. And when those clues are ignored, couples often repeat cycles without addressing what actually shaped the outcome. In this episode, we break down what early arrest, later arrest, and repeating arrest patterns may be signaling and how to think more clearly before your next attempt. In this episode, you'll learn: Why Day 3 embryo arrest often reflects maternal energy and developmental support patterns Why Day 5 embryo arrest often leans toward paternal or combined biological coordination How sperm contribution becomes more influential as embryo activation progresses Why repeating embryo arrest is usually a shared systems pattern, not a single isolated issue How to use embryo timing as data instead of accepting vague explanations I'm Sarah Clark, founder of Fab Fertile and host of Get Pregnant Naturally. For over a decade, my team and I have reviewed hundreds of low AMH and failed IVF cases using functional testing alongside conventional fertility care. We specialize in helping couples identify the physiological patterns driving poor outcomes so decisions are grounded in interpretation, not guesswork. If you've been moving from cycle to cycle without a clear way to evaluate what's actually been addressed, I created a free resource called the Embryo Audit Checklist. It helps you organize past cycles and labs so you can see what's been looked at and what may not have been considered yet. Access it here.
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