Podcasts about Insecurity

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Growing up, Beth Moore was taught that 1 Timothy 2 and 1 Corinthians 14 were the whole of what scripture had to say about women: submissive and silent. The founder of Living Proof Ministries and one of the most widely read Bible teachers in America, Moore objects to a hermeneutic limited to those passages. In this episode, Mark Labberton revisits his 2018 conversation with Beth Moore, recorded in the months following her viral open letter, "A Letter to My Brothers." Almost 10 years later, debates over women in leadership and whether women are free to use their full gifts in the full service of the church still roil American Christianity. This episode is an invitation to hear Moore's unique journey—discovering what it means to receive women as teachers and instructors of scripture for the building up of the church—and about the faithfulness of God to one woman's story, as she tries simply to be heard. They discuss the cost of speaking up in 2018 and the backlash that came hardest from women, her decision to repent of her own complicity, the way gender gets used abusively in every part of the church, and what it looks like to keep going with Jesus when the way ahead is cloudy. Episode Highlights "I very much am a big believer in the harbor of the church, that when it functions well … it's such a safe place for me. It was safer than my home, Mark." "Where I have been part of this and complicit in this, I will repent. So here is what I'm fighting for. I am fighting for us, and I don't just mean women. I mean women and men, brothers and sisters." "There is absolutely no world in which I would not have spoken up. … It would've been like expecting a dog not to bark at a burglar." "Where our Christianity … departs Christ-likeness, don't call it Christianity. … So if it is not like Him, it is not of Him." "I may not get it right, but I can no longer lay down to what I know is wrong." About Beth Moore Beth Moore is an evangelist, author, and Bible teacher who founded Living Proof Ministries in Houston in 1994 to teach women the scriptures. Her books and studies, including Breaking Free and So Long, Insecurity, have been translated into more than twenty languages. Her 2018 open letter "A Letter to My Brothers" named the misogyny she had absorbed in conservative evangelical life. She left the Southern Baptist Convention in 2021 and now worships as an Anglican. Her memoir, All My Knotted-Up Life, won the 2024 ECPA Book of the Year. She teaches now on the podcast Living Proof with Beth Moore. Helpful Links and Resources Living Proof Ministries, the organization Beth Moore founded in 1994: https://www.lproof.org "A Letter to My Brothers," May 2018 open letter: https://www.lproof.org/blog/a-letter-to-my-brothers All My Knotted-Up Life, Beth Moore's 2023 memoir: https://www.tyndale.com/p/all-my-knotted-up-life/9781496472670 Show Notes Moore's three-generation household; instability at home; the church as a harbor Receiving her calling at eighteen, off a pre-law political science track The surprise of discovering that theologically orthodox, scripture-loving people read women's ministry differently than her Passion drawn from pain; early trauma and a pattern she couldn't break Hypocrisy, pretense, and dreaming of fulfilled desires Strongholds and sexual sin: what her early context named but never taught people how to fight First Baptist Church Houston as a place safe enough to be corrected and still loved Pastor John Bisagno (1934–2018) asking her to speak on a Sunday night, and her own objection that she was a woman Palpable disesteem for a woman in ministry without academic credentials Playing by rules that others were not keeping Scripture as reason versus scripture as excuse Repenting of her own complicity Luke 8, the women at the resurrection, Paul's fellow workers at the end of Romans Backlash to Moore came hardest from women, including readers who abandoned her studies Asking questions on behalf of women without a microphone Affirming women formally while gender bias persists structurally The Samaritan woman at the well, and a Savior who gives dignity Obedience over clarity when the way ahead is cloudy #BethMoore #WomenInMinistry #Conversing #MarkLabberton #WomenInLeadership #Evangelicalism #BibleTeaching #ChurchToo #Complementarianism Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment Magazine and Fuller Seminary.

We're so excited to welcome Dr. Marisa Franco back to the podcast for the third time to talk about something so many of us struggle with: feeling worthy. We're diving into why simply telling ourselves to “love ourselves” doesn't always work, how our past experiences continue to shape the way we see ourselves today, and what it can look like to meet ourselves with more understanding instead of trying to force ourselves to feel differently. We also talk about how our own self-worth impacts the way we show up for our kids and how we can help the next generation build a healthier relationship with themselves.Key Topics CoveredWhy insecurity can actually be an adaptive responseHow attachment theory can become another form of perfectionismWhy some people struggle to receive complimentsThe connection between self-worth, memories, and our emotional responsesHow to recognize, regulate, and respond to difficult emotionsCONNECT WITH DR. MARISA FRANCO:Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisagfranco Check out her website: https://drmarisagfranco.com/ Pre-order Marisa's new book, Worth: The New Science of Self-Esteem and Secure Attachment here: https://amzlink.to/az0RRIqPA4gxbListen to her past episodes on HERself: 59. The Challenge and Triumphs of Adult Friendships https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/herself/id1489878793?i=1000505703230 314. Attachment Styles in Adult Friendships https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/herself/id1489878793?i=1000739104904 LINKS AND RESOURCES:LMNT: Free Sample Pack with purchase:  drinkLMNT.com/HERSELF SITKA SEAFOOD: Visit https://sitkaseafoodmarket.com/pages/herself for $35 Off + free salmon burgers for a year with a continuous subscription. The code HERSELF25 should auto-apply when using this linkLet's connect!HERSELF PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/herselfpodcastHERSELF INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/herselfpodcastMEET AMY: http://instagram.com/ameskieferMEET ABBY: http://instagram.com/abbyrosegreenThis episode was brought to you by the Pivot Ball Change Network.

What might the midterms mean for an historically unpopular president? On this episode of After America, Chas Licciardello joins Dr Emma Shortis to discuss the latest from the midterm primaries, the “civil war” between democratic socialist and establishment Democrats, and why Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff has MAGA rattled. This episode was recorded Thursday 20 August. Get your tickets for the Melbourne launch of More Fool Me: how the gas industry tricked Australia by Richard Denniss at Cinema Nova in Melbourne on Tuesday 25 August. Guest: Chas Licciardello, co-host of PEP with Chas and Dr Dave & the ABC’s Planet America Host: Emma Shortis, Director, International & Security Affairs, the Australia Institute // @emmashortis Show notes: New Game, New Rules by Allan Behm, Australia Institute Press (August 2026) Shorter America: They're running?; Oh my god these men (cont.); The weight of America by Emma Shortis, The Point (August 2026) Australia’s Gaza hypocrisy, After America, the Australia Institute on YouTube (August 2026) Beyond the Two-State Solution: Policy responses to the Destruction of Palestine and the Insecurity of Israel by Emma Shortis, Allan Behm & Bob Bowker, the Australia Institute (February 2025) Theme music: Blue Dot Sessions We’d love to hear your feedback on this series, so send in your questions, comments or suggestions for future episodes to podcasts@australiainstitute.org.au. Subscribe to After America on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket Casts or wherever you get your favourite podcasts.Support After America & the research powerful interests fear: https://theaus.in/3QRFNjBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Not every difficult person is operating with deliberate intent. Sometimes people are insecure, wounded, immature, or simply unskilled in healthy relationship. But leaders also need to know how to recognize when a repeated pattern has moved beyond insecurity into manipulation, dishonor, triangulation, boundary-crossing, or disruption. In this episode, Juliana explores the difference between insecurity and deliberate intent, why gifts and charisma are never substitutes for character, and how to respond when someone's behavior repeatedly creates confusion, pressure, distrust, or division. This is a conversation about biblical discernment without paranoia; compassion without self-abandonment; forgiveness without unlimited access; and the practical wisdom required to protect the people, work, intellectual property, and assignment God has entrusted to you. You will leave with language for recognizing unhealthy patterns, seeking wise counsel, setting clear boundaries, documenting concerning behavior, and responding with both a soft heart and a strong boundary. Listener Disclaimer This episode is offered for biblical encouragement, leadership reflection, and practical language around discernment and healthy boundaries. It is not a substitute for mental-health care, crisis support, legal counsel, law-enforcement guidance, or professional safety planning. If you are experiencing threats, stalking, harassment, abuse, coercion, account intrusion, or feel unsafe, please take the situation seriously. Reach out to a licensed mental-health professional, qualified attorney, local victim-services organization, law enforcement, or emergency services as appropriate. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or your local emergency number. The goal of this conversation is not to encourage suspicion, public accusations, or self-diagnosis of others. It is to help you take real patterns seriously, seek wise support, respond responsibly, and steward your life and leadership with truth, wisdom, and peace.     If this episode gave language to something you have been carrying, Courage Co. is where we do the deeper work. Courage Co. is a monthly formation and mentorship community for people who want to become spiritually grounded, emotionally healthy, mentally clear, and capable of leading the life God has entrusted to them. You will receive live teaching, practical development pathways, biblical tools, and a community committed to becoming free—not just looking fine. If you are ready to build the courage, character, and capacity to steward your calling with wisdom, join us at www.courageco.org.   If you are navigating a specific leadership situation, relational dynamic, decision, transition, or boundary issue that needs focused attention, a private intensive may be the right next step. In a private intensive, we create space to name what is happening, discern the patterns, clarify your responsibility and next steps, and build a strategy that protects your peace and helps you lead with integrity. You do not have to keep carrying a complex situation alone—or make a major decision from confusion, fear, or emotional exhaustion. To explore a private intensive with Juliana, visit julianapage.com or use the link in the show notes.

The Nick Hiter Show — Give People Their Flowers Before They Die (Feat. Derek Young)In this one, I sit down with Derek Young — DY — for one of the most honest, layered conversations we've had on the show. Derek's a leadership and executive coach who's guided well over a thousand leaders, and he brings a rare mix of wisdom, faith, and hard-earned perspective. We get into his concept of "honest positivity" — how the way you speak to yourself literally reshapes your outcomes — and why insecurity quietly kills creativity, productivity, and growth. Derek opens up about raising his daughter Kristianna, who has Down syndrome, and how she reshaped his worldview, his leadership, and his sense of purpose. We talk about treating everyone like they have special needs, leadership as service instead of status, the "Joseph season" where hardship forges you for what's next, and the mantra that's stuck with me — give people their flowers before they die.Key Takeaways:- Honest positivity: what you think, frame, say, and hear, you plant — so speak to yourself in the affirmative.- Insecurity kills creativity, productivity, and growth — in you and in the people you lead.- Don't let labels — yours or anyone else's — limit who you can become.- Treat everyone like they have special needs, because everyone is carrying something.- Leadership isn't about your title or status; it's about what the people become.- Hardship is a "Joseph season" — it forges you for responsibility you aren't ready for yet.- Give people their flowers before they die: make appreciation specific, intentional, and on time.- If it doesn't come to you naturally, schedule it until it becomes muscle memory.Chapters:00:00 Opening Reflections and Personal Presence02:50 "Do It Now" and Acting With Urgency06:11 Insecurity and How It Blocks Growth08:02 Honest Positivity Explained15:35 Kristianna's Diagnosis and Its Impact18:57 The Perspective Shift on Down Syndrome31:25 The Joseph Story: Hardship as Preparation37:44 "What Doesn't Kill You Might Just Kill You"42:03 "I May Not Be Cute, But I'm Compassionate and Confidential"44:29 "Give People Their Flowers Before They Die"About Derek Young:Derek Young — known as DY — is a motivational speaker and culture and career strategist who helps individuals, keynote audiences, and C-suite leaders rapidly transform their culture with real, practical solutions. His insight is born from decades in serious work situations: he conducted systems, financial, and operational audits for the Federal Reserve System in the mid-'80s, helped establish communication protocols for the collections division at Sprint's global headquarters, and strengthened the first diversity pipelines for Fortune 1000 companies in Middle Tennessee through INROADS. He went on to serve as Dollar General's first head of corporate social responsibility and first head of continuous process improvement, and as Cracker Barrel's first leader of diversity, inclusion, and community outreach. Raised by his mother and grandmother in the Blumeyer housing project in St. Louis, DY entered high school at 12, college at 16, and corporate America at 20. Above everything, he leads with his faith and his family — he and his wife Allyson are the proud parents of Kayla, Kelton, Kendall, and Kristianna — guided by his life motto: "God First, Others Second, Dreams Third."Follow and contact:Derek Young (DY): @dyspeaks | derekyoungspeaks.comInstagram: @nickhiterNickhiter.comSubscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/NickHiterFollow and Rate us on Spotify: https://spotify.com/NickHiterFollow and Rate us on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/NickHiterFollow and Rate us on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/NickHiter

Send us Fan MailMcBee Dynasty Steven Jr. Is Leaving the Farm?!McBee Dynasty S3 E9 Banks Babies and Bad BloodThis week on McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboys, the McBee family is hit with major relationship and family bombshells. Kacie discovers that she is definitely pregnant, turning Cole's birthday celebration into an unforgettable announcement when she gives him the positive pregnancy test as his gift. Cole admits he had hoped they would wait a little longer, but the news is ultimately welcomed. Meanwhile, the family finally learns that Cole and Kristi secretly got married in Las Vegas, with Kristi initially looking completely stunned before happily embracing the news. With Steven Sr. still away, the family begins talking about planning a proper reception, and Tessa's excitement about being included in these McBee family milestones is absolutely adorable.Steven Jr. and Alli's whirlwind relationship takes another turn as Alli decides to move back to Texas with her sister to create some much-needed space. After spending far more time together than either expected, Alli admits that everything has moved incredibly fast and that she needs time to process the relationship and get to know Steven Jr. better. Steven Jr. realizes that he may have moved too quickly and admits that choosing his personal life over the family farm is something he needs to do for himself. He begins seriously considering moving to Texas for half the year and even talks about getting married and establishing a life with Alli there. The rest of the family supports his desire to be happy, but with the McBee operation already undergoing major changes, the timing could not be worse.And then comes the bombshell that could change everything: the bank is pulling the loan on Steven Jr.'s house, leaving the McBees facing a massive financial problem because they don't have the money to pay it off in full. At the same time, Steven Jr. announces that he is likely leaving the farm, forcing Cole to consider stepping into a larger role. Jesse is making changes to the farmhouse to make Alli more comfortable, while the family is also trying to move forward with their cattle plans, including the new mini Highland calves and an embryo transfer in freezing, snowy conditions. Jake, meanwhile, is shopping for an engagement ring for Tegan, although Steven Jr. manages to hijack the appointment before ultimately deciding to wait. With a pregnancy, a secret wedding, a possible Texas move, shifting farm responsibilities and a financial crisis all happening at once, the McBees are heading into the season finale with plenty of unfinished business and some very bad blood.Domestic Violence Resources:https://www.thehotline.org/https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/domestic-violence/https://nrcdv.org/ Support the showhttps://www.wewinewhenever.com/ 

Asstag का नाम सुना होगा आपने.. कमाल का कंटेट बनाते हैं ये … अगर नहीं देखा है.. तो खोज के देखिए.. क्योंकि Asstag की कहानी इस बात का प्रमाण है.. अब हर टैलेंट को मुंबई का मुंह नहीं ताकना पड़ता.. अब रास्ते खोजे ही नहीं.. खोदे भी जा सकते हैं. और आज हमारे साथ हैं इसी Asstag के Cofounder.. Content Creator.. क्रिकेटप्रेमी.. और शानदार Actor, Kushal Dubey. एक छोटा सा डिस्कलेमर दे दूं आपको.. Kushal के बारे में कल रात पढ़ते हुए मुझे यही समझ आया है कि Instagram पर आपको हंसाने वाले Kushal की Personality का सिर्फ़ एक हिस्सा है Asstag का कंटेंट.. क्योंकि यही कुशल, एक रंगकर्मी रहे हैं. Bhartendu Natya Academy में एक्टिंग की पढ़ाई की है.. गलियों में नुक्कड़ नाटक से लेकर.. स्टेज पर जयशंकर प्रसाद के नाटक करने तक. सुनने में आया है तगड़े फिल्मची है.. एक फिल्म ‘संतोष' के चलते कान्स का मुंह भी देख आएं हैं. मुंह दिखाई नाम की एक शानदार यूट्यूब सीरीज़ भी बना चुके हैं. तो Padhaku Nitin के इस एपिसोड में Kushal Dubey से सिर्फ़ Acting की बात ही नहीं.. सुनिए उन किताबों, नाटकों, संगीत, सिनेमा और जौनपुर के उन किरदारों की.. जिन्होंने Kushal Dubey को बनाया.. Credits:Producer: Manav Dev RawatHost: Nitin ThakurSound: Suraj Singh

There's a difference between leading from your calling and leading from your cracks.This week I'm sharing a message from a staff meeting titled “Insecurity Is Not Your Identity” We look at Peter's story, from boldly declaring who Jesus is, to denying Him, to being restored and reminded that his failure never canceled his calling.God already knew Peter would deny Him, and He still chose him. The same is true for you. Insecurity is not your identity. You are seen, called, and chosen.So much of maturity is getting good at returning. Returning to His grace. Returning to the God encounter. Returning to why you started.The calling doesn't expire when the feeling does. Don't give up on what God has called you to.Tune in tonight at 7:30 PM on the Rich Wilkerson Jr. YouTube Channel.

Today we explore wisdom. Not the "don't put tomatoes in a fruit salad" kind. Serious business wisdom.It turns out, the wise tend to converge on understanding the world in a similar way.In the 20th century, philosophical titans saw this convergence. They look back to the original seers of wisdom and see in them parallels that run so deep, that upon deep contemplation of these philosophies, they found a "highest common factor," including among:Epicteus, Marcus Aurelius, and the StoicsPlato, and various Neoplatonists such as PlotinusSpinoza, SchopenhauerPossibly Hegel, Wittgenstein, though they are famously difficult to interpretJiddu KrishnamurtiLao Tzu, who authored the Tao Te ChingALso Chuang Tzu and Lieh TzuJewish philosophers such as Philo of AlexandriaSufi mystics of Islam, most famously Jalal al-Din RumiJesus of NazarethSt. PaulMeister Eckhart, the mystic Christian St. Jon of the CrossHinduism:The Sages of the UpanishadsAdi Shankara's The Crest-Jewel of WisdomThe Bhagavad GitaThe BuddhaParticularly Zen masters who followedVarious SutrasThe Bardo ThodolIt is the Perennial Philosophy. I call it the One Wisdom. Huxley called it the “Highest Common Factor” of universal truth.SOURCESCamus, Albert. The Myth of Sisyphus. 1942.Huxley, Aldous. The Perennial Philosophy. Harper & Row, 1945.John of the Cross, St. Dark Night of the Soul (La noche oscura del alma).Jung, C. G. Letters, Volume 1: 1906–1950. Princeton University Press.Kahan, Dan. Identity-protective cognition research (cross-referenced, this project).Platform Sutra of the Sixth Patriarch (Liuzu Tan Jing).Polanyi, Michael. Personal Knowledge: Towards a Post-Critical Philosophy. University of Chicago Press, 1958.Polanyi, Michael. The Tacit Dimension. Doubleday, 1966.Tolle, Eckhart. A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose. Dutton, 2005.Tao Te Ching (Laozi).Watts, Alan. Become What You Are. Shambhala, 1995 (essays, 1930s–1950s).Watts, Alan. Out of Your Mind: Tricksters, Interdependence, and the Cosmic Game of Hide-and-Seek. Sounds True, 2017.Watts, Alan. The Wisdom of Insecurity. Pantheon, 1951.Wittgenstein, Ludwig. Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus. 1921.Wright, Robert. Why Buddhism Is True. Simon & Schuster, 2017.Xiangyan Zhixian — traditional Chan/Zen biographical account (Tang dynasty, c. 820–898).Zhuangzi (Chuang Tzu), "On the Equality of Things" ("Discussion on Making All Things Equal").Bible. Job 42:5–6; Luke 15:11–32 (KJV).Bhagavad Gita, 2.47.Ovid. Metamorphoses.McGilchrist, Iain. The Master and His Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World. Yale University Press, 2009.Miles Kington. Quoted in The Independent (UK), Mar 28, 2003. Joseph Campbell. The Hero with a Thousand Faces. Pantheon, 1949 — "Freedom to Live," Stage 17. Eckhart Tolle. The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment. New World Library, 1997 Ramana Maharshi, quoted in Ram Dass, "Dying Is Absolutely Safe"Alan Watts, Become Who You Are. Sam Harris, Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion. Dalai Lama & Paul Ekman, Emotional Awareness: Overcoming the Obstacles to Psychological Balance and Compassion. Times Books, 2008Emmet Fox, The Sermon on the MountErnest Kurtz & Katherine Ketcham, The Spirituality of Imperfection. BantamByron Katie, Loving What Is. Harmony, 2002. Diana Chapman & Jim Dethmer (with Kaley Klemp), The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership. 2014.Epictetus, Discourses / Enchiridion.Marcus Aurelius, Meditations.Plato, RepublicPlotinus, The Enneads.Spinoza, EthicsSchopenhauer, The World as Will and Representation.Hegel, Phenomenology of Spirit. Jiddu Krishnamurti, Freedom from the Known Philo of Alexandria, On the Creation of the World. 1 Corinthians 1:20, 1:25, 3:19 — "the wisdom of the world is foolishness"John 14:6 — "I am the way, the truth, and the life." John 8:12 — "I am the light of the world."Galatians 2:20 or 2 Corinthians 5:17 -- "in Christ" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan MailWhat if the disrespect you experience—or the disrespect you sometimes give—has less to do with the moment and more to do with something happening underneath?In this thought-provoking episode of Self Reflection Podcast, host Lira Ndifon explores The 11 Behaviors of Disrespect by DB Bedford and takes a deeper look at what disrespect can reveal about our emotional world.Rudeness. Interrupting. Condescension. Dismissiveness.On the surface, these behaviors can seem like simple acts of poor character or bad manners. But what happens when we pause before reacting and ask a different question: What is really driving this behavior?Lira explores how behaviors such as rudeness and condescension can sometimes function as emotional defenses—ways of protecting insecurity, shame, fear of rejection, or feelings of inadequacy. Someone who appears overly confident or superior may actually be struggling with a deep fear of not being enough.That doesn't make disrespect acceptable. But understanding the root can change how we respond to it—and how we understand ourselves.The conversation goes deeper into the connection between childhood experiences, emotional wounds, societal conditioning, and the ways these experiences can shape how we communicate and relate to others. When unresolved wounds influence our behavior, we can unknowingly repeat patterns that hurt ourselves and the people around us.At the heart of this conversation is self-reflection.Instead of only asking, “Why did they treat me this way?”, we are invited to also ask:“What is this behavior revealing?”“What wound might be underneath it?”“What am I carrying that still needs healing?”Lira emphasizes the importance of developing internal validation and self-worth rather than constantly seeking confirmation from others. Real growth begins when we become willing to examine our emotional patterns, recognize our wounds, and take responsibility for the healing that follows.This episode is ultimately an invitation to look beneath the behavior—to understand without excusing, to reflect without judging, and to begin breaking patterns that no longer serve us.Because sometimes the behavior we see is only the surface.The real story is underneath.

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!The Actual Path From Insecurity To Betrayal!The toilet paper roll was hung the wrong way. She was ten minutes late. The thermostat had been changed. None of it means anything on its own, and you're not accusing anyone—yet. You're just keeping track.That's where it starts. In Ep468, Cass and Kathryn walk through the most common path from insecurity to betrayal, step by step, using their own marriage as the case study—including the part where the "evidence" turned out to be a five-year-old and a clean toilet.

Secretary of State Michael Adams tells the Fancy Farm crowd he's not running for governor and is endorsing Congressman James Comer. We hear from attendees about the candidates they support. Another sign Gov. Andy Beshear may run for president in 2028. A new report shows a record number of Kentuckians face food insecurity. Christmas comes early in Rockcastle County.

Get The 1.6:1 Ratio System: https://go.justinegliskis.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=book_funnelWork with me 1:1:(apply link - other tiers accessible) https://calendly.com/egliskiscapital/90-day-gameplan-session(payment link - fitness tier) https://enroll.justinegliskis.com/Email: hey@justinegliskis.com to get in contact with meNew episodes out every Monday and Thursday at 10 AM Eastern TimePride whispers you've arrived. Humility knows you're always beginning. The moment you think you got it, you lost it.Pride is the most dangerous trap because it arrives after real progress. You get the Porsche, the physique, the girl, the milestone — and then pride corrupts the harvest. Ambition won't drive beauty in your life, it'll just help you pay bills. Don't confuse wealth with riches. A lion doesn't think about being prideful. A lion is just a lion. You don't need to think about being the boss to move like one. Jon Jones, Michael Jackson, GSP, Kobe — obsessive mastery always comes wrapped in humility. Allen Iverson took too many shots. His teams never won.Can you still be a student when people look up to you? The white belt mentality keeps masters growing while experts decay. God, keep me low. Show me what I'm meant to do here, because all the answers come through you.Listen if you're ready for the fall pattern: recognizing the whisper of "I've got this" before the ground teaches you otherwise. It is God moving through you — not you forcing God. Amen.Discover a podcast designed for entrepreneurs and solopreneurs navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, offering insights on stress management, health and wellness, and overcoming imposter syndrome, while emphasizing work-life balance, energy alignment, and inner peace; explore topics like burnout recovery, business automation, scaling a business, business growth strategies, client management, mental resilience, overcoming anxiety, and achieving clearer thinking for sustainable success, using the blade of awareness, solving emotional dysfunction and unveiling the trickster within. Experience transformative solitude for entrepreneurs who seek to overcome loneliness while embracing spiritual isolation as a pathway to energy alignment and emotional clarity; learn to thrive alone and awaken in solitude through purposeful mental reset practices that cultivate an abundance mindset and build emotional resilience rooted in inner peace and deep self-inquiry, enabling mindful business growth through productivity that flows from peace rather than pressure, offering essential burnout recovery and healing alone strategies with specialized alignment coaching focused on deep listening skills that unlock success in silence and develop a resilient entrepreneur mindset capable of sustainable achievement.

Insecurity. It’s out there in plague proportions. Ruined relationships. Ruined lives. If you know someone who suffers from insecurity ?' what’s the greatest gift that you can give them? Join Berni Dymet as he looks at a gift for life, from a different perspective.Support the show: https://christianityworks.com/channels/adp/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Insecurity. It’s out there in plague proportions. Ruined relationships. Ruined lives. If you know someone who suffers from insecurity ?' what’s the greatest gift that you can give them? Join Berni Dymet as he looks at a gift for life, from a different perspective.Support the show: https://christianityworks.com/channels/adp/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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If anyone tells you that they’re not even a little bit insecure, they’re lying, in denial, or both. It’s a fact of life that we all feel insecure at times - about how we look, behave, our achievements, and whether we are liked by others. In this episode, we examine the psychology behind common insecurities, recognise how we can be our own worst enemies, and consider the ways we can come to accept that we are all flawed, and might not actually need ‘fixing’. We unpack: • The surprising evolutionary benefits that come with insecurity• How our levels of insecurity change throughout our lives• The ‘liking gap’, and why we think others like us less than they do • How being insecure can feed insecurity, in a vicious cycle • Why people pleasing and over confidence are often signs of insecurity • How we can address insecurities that negatively impact our lives Watch on Netflix: HERE Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com Our favourite sources: https://www.bps.org.uk/research-digest/insecurity-leads-us-underestimate-how-much-others-us https://www.researchgate.net/publication/228079585_Self-Esteem_Development_Across_the_Lifespan https://www.centerforanxiety.org/what-is-hyper-independence-is-it-a-bad-thing/ The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Patriot Mobile Studios powered by eSpaces, the Try That In A Small Town Podcast crew sits down for a raw, unfiltered hang. Tully, Kurt, Thrash, Kaylo and Neil talk about everything from health scares and terrible sleep to the emotional toll of chasing hits in a “failure business” and wondering if this podcast is actually any good.They celebrate Jason Aldean's multi‑week No. 1 with “Try That In A Small Town,” shout out Morgan Wallen and Luke Combs, and then pull back the curtain on how little songwriters and session players really make in the streaming era. They debate AI‑written songs, the madness of modern politics, bathroom etiquette, and why a fast‑food combo in a tiny Tennessee town now costs 14 dollars.If you've ever chased a creative dream, wondered why some shows blow up and others stall in “podcast purgatory,” or just love small‑town stories with a heavy dose of honesty and sarcasm, this one's for you. And yes… they really want to know: are they good, or do they suck? Let them know in the comments.2:36 Kratom, roadside naps, and realizing the “health food” was killing energy4:12 Jason Aldean's multi‑week No.1 and how fast country radio moves now5:12 “This podcast needs a hit” – joking about number ones vs. struggling growth6:01 Neil's hospital scare, liquid diet, cutting alcohol, and finally sleeping great9:42 Aldean's charity golf with Luke Bryan – golf game, banter, and sobriety on the course11:14 Original Glory and Patriot Mobile ads – small towns, veterans, and America‑first talk13:32 “Are we good?” – the guys get raw about insecurity and podcast “purgatory”15:12 Explaining “failure businesses” and why so many creatives give up19:20 Shout‑outs to core listeners (Ed, Birdie Jane, Rhonda K) and plea to spread the word20:28 Aldean/Jake Lagrone episode “spicy” comments and Jason's loyalty line22:24 Do more people listen than watch? Wondering if video is underused23:11 John Rich's new D.C. role fighting for farmers and property owners24:28 DSA, abolish‑everything politics, and pride‑in‑America poll skepticism26:44 “AI this podcast?” – joking about deepfake episodes vs. real frustration with AI songs28:03 Using ChatGPT for health vs. AI‑written country songs in Nashville31:01 CNBC calls Tennessee the worst state to live – the guys roast the list31:34 Try That In A Small Town Coffee: Raised Up Right, Down The Road, Sucker Punch32:20 Bus story: small‑town Tennessee truck stop and the $14 Whopper combo34:25 Inflation vs. songwriters' frozen pay and awful streaming royalties38:00 460 dollars for 1M Spotify streams – breaking down how little writers see40:09 More touring opportunities, but dreams of being a session ace are fading42:33 Dipshitty It: Burger King cashier with zero greeting vs. Chick‑fil‑A standards44:22 Forced small talk at Publix and backstage – fans' curiosity vs. artists' quiet time49:38 Teacher fired for “He Is He / She Is She” books and free‑speech double standards52:05 Neil's bathroom Dipshitty: guys who don't wash their hands at Cracker Barrel54:49 “See, we're funny – what's going on?” Still wondering why the show isn't bigger55:00 WNBA All‑Star Game, Sophie Cunningham, and wanting her as a guest56:29 Coffee plug redux – where to buy each roast and why the guys love it57:14 Final push: like, subscribe, download, comment, and “do it for Tully”_________________________________________________________________________________________________SPONSORS: The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every BusinessBook a tour today at espaces.comFrom the Patriot Mobile studios:Don't get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. They don't and they can't!Go to PATRIOTMOBILE.COM/SMALLTOWN or call 972-PATRIOTRight now, get a FREE MONTH when you use the offer code SMALLTOWN.Original Brands - Our original sponsor since the beginning!!Original brands is starting a new era and American domestic premium beer, American made, American owned, Original glory.Join the movement at www.drinkoriginalbrands.comPeacemaker Coffee CompanyFounded by retired police officer/chief Chris Morris, Peacemaker delivers clean, low-acidity coffee while supporting police, firefighters, EMS, military, veterans, teachers, dispatchers, and medical personnel through donations and programs.www.trythatinasmalltowncoffee.com________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow/Rate/Share at www.trythatinasmalltown.com -For advertising inquiries, email info@trythatinasmalltown.comProduced by Jim McCarthy and www.ItsYourShow.coSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hi girls! This week we're getting real about the things we are actively letting go of and honestly? It's so needed. One of us is releasing insecurity and finally choosing to believe she's enough. Another is done chasing finish lines, because there's always another one, and she's exhausted. And one of us is letting go of the need for comfort and choosing growth even when it's scary.We also do our Literally Help segment, so bring your dilemmas, girly because we've got you!!This episode is your permission slip to put something down. You don't have to carry all of it.

First up in the news: Mint monthly news, The AUR gets hit... again, And a new AI generated Desktop. In Security and Privacy, "The death of privacy online", and Automatic firmware updates becomes mandatory. We then get into our "Wanderings", there's some feedback, and more!

Join us for another Lightning Round session, with Sven fielding online questions on cheating, trust, betrayal, therapy, coaching, grief, shame, and much more. Explicit content.Send us Fan Mail

Insecurity is a social disease running at plague proportions. And like cancer and AIDS ?' it has dire consequences. Hmmm. What if I have the disease? Is there a cure? Join Berni Dymet as he looks at insecurity from a Different PerspectiveSupport the show: https://christianityworks.com/channels/adp/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Insecurity is a social disease running at plague proportions. And like cancer and AIDS ?' it has dire consequences. Hmmm. What if I have the disease? Is there a cure? Join Berni Dymet as he looks at insecurity from a Different PerspectiveSupport the show: https://christianityworks.com/channels/adp/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evan Ellis reports Keiko Fujimori has been inaugurated as Peru's president, appointing a respected center-right cabinet focused on fiscal discipline and US alignment. However, she faces challenges from endemic insecurity, corruption, and significant Chinese investment. Meanwhile, the influence of Cuba remains a concern across Latin America, with accusations of espionage and interference in democratic processes. Díaz-Canel's regime is under pressure from the Trump administration, potentially facing coercive negotiations or military action. (5)1906 INDIA

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!When Is A Boundary Unreasonable For Insecurity!She asks you to cut off one friend. You do it. Six months later there's a new name on the list. That's the tell: the friend was never the problem.In Ep464 of The 'NEW' Marriage, Cass and Kathryn walk through a real coaching case and draw the line between a boundary that protects a relationship and one that just manages someone's insecurity.

Shyun Patel joins Payman as a final-year dental student at Liverpool, best known for founding BDSA, the biggest undergraduate dental conference the UK has seen, and for buying his own practice before he's even qualified.He talks candidly about losing the Dental Society presidency election, the autoimmune diagnosis that reshaped how he thinks about time, and the fridge-flipping side hustle that helped fund his first practice.This is also a conversation about ambition and its cost. From the cathedral gamble that saved BDSA's gala dinner to the balance between depth and breadth of impact, Shyun's reflections on business are as sharp as his reflections on himself.Expect thoughtful exchanges on hubris, communication as a clinical skill, sacrifice, and what it means to build something at 23 that most people wait decades to attempt.In This Episode00:00:50 – Introduction00:01:30 – Growing up in Liverpool00:06:14 – Communication vs skill00:08:36 – Teaching communication00:14:00 – Public misconceptions00:22:38 – Hubris00:22:52 – Insecurity and upbringing00:32:57 – Losing DentSoc presidency00:41:20 – Autoimmune diagnosis00:50:07 – Building a dating app00:58:00 – Business by osmosis01:01:26 – The value of asking01:04:32 – Scale of BDSA01:07:26 – Funding BDSA01:17:07 – Leadership and delegation01:21:00 – Sales and sponsorship01:25:10 – The cathedral gamble01:29:47 – The fridge hustle01:41:07 – Ambition and sacrifice01:47:43 – Blackbox thinking01:52:41 – Clinical vs business01:59:35 – Depth vs breadth02:01:11 – Heroes and resources02:05:29 – Fantasy dinner party02:07:31 – Five-year visionAbout Shyun PatelShyun Patel is a final-year dental student at the University of Liverpool and the founder of BDSA, the largest undergraduate dental conference staged in the UK to date. Alongside his studies he already owns a dental practice, works as a dental rep for Bryant, and is building a compatibility-focused dating app in his spare time.

What if every conflict in your life is not a sign that you are broken, but your heart's most desperate attempt to heal itself?Josh Trent welcomes Kylie Ryan, mind transformation coach, to the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast episode 827, to explore why you keep attracting the same wounds in different people, how the craving for certainty is really a craving for safety, and why the obsession with good vibes is one of the most sophisticated suppression strategies alive today.In This Episode, Kylie Ryan Uncovers:(00:00) Intro(08:14) The Wobble Board and the Wounded Heart(11:26) Peace Has No Magic Bullet(14:57) Breath and the Emotional Wave(21:57) Presence vs Performance(29:59) The Trap of Insecurity(36:04) The Jail Cell of Generational Blame(40:43) Force vs Flow in the Body(49:55) Every Emotion Is a Gift(54:06) The Quest for Certainty Is a Quest for Safety(01:03:16) The Christ Consciousness of the Triangle(01:11:19) Fun and Compassion in Personal Development(01:18:04) Being at Peace with What Is(01:22:19) Emotional Epigenetics and Ancestral Grief(01:30:58) Courage and the Game of Life(01:40:45) The Gift of Simplicity

Re-released episode from January 2026. Many of my CDL clients are currently working on their fear of being seen. And as we talk through their feelings, I'm noticing that everyone is saying the same thing. This fear didn't come from them; someone told them to be afraid of being seen.  Now, it's not always in those words. But if you were being told that calladita te ves mas bonita as a kid, you're going to remember that during a brainstorming meeting at work and keep your ideas to yourself. And the blame for that is not necessarily on our parents - the blame is on the culture that perpetuates misogyny in our everyday lives. It's time to let go of what doesn't work for us and start taking our voices back.  In this week's episode, we're talking about the fear of being seen and how it isn't insecurity - it's cultural conditioning. I don't think that you're actually insecure; I think you're holding on to cultural values that are detrimental to the badass chingona you're trying to become. Let's talk about why these values don't work for us, and how to let them go so that you can live your most amazing life! Resources Mentioned: Click here to claim your Manifest Your Marca bot! Follow Erika on: Instagram @‌theerikacruzTikTok @‌theerikacruzLinkedIn Website: http://www.theerikacruz.com How to work with Erika: Join the waitlist for the Courage Driven Latina program here! Join the waitlist for the Magnetic Mastermind here!   Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST.

Today on Too Opinionated, we're joined by award-winning Canadian actress, writer, and songwriter Kate Hewlett to discuss her powerful recurring role as Mrs. Grove in The Testaments, the highly anticipated Hulu and Disney+ adaptation of Margaret Atwood's bestselling sequel to The Handmaid's Tale. As Mrs. Grove, Kate becomes part of one of the series' most emotional storylines, introducing her to a whole new generation of viewers while continuing a career that has spanned more than two decades across television, film, theatre, and music. Science fiction fans also know and love Kate as Jeannie Miller from Stargate Atlantis, while television audiences have seen her in Murdoch Mysteries, Run the Burbs, The Girlfriend Experience, Degrassi, Remedy, The L.A. Complex, The Parker Andersons, Fancy, 11 Cameras, and many more. Beyond acting, Kate is an acclaimed writer whose feature film The Swearing Jar premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and earned a Writers Guild of Canada Award nomination for Best Feature Screenplay. She has also written for hit series including Corner Gas Animated, Malory Towers, Seed, Backstage, and InSecurity, while winning a Canadian Screen Award for Best Original Song. In this episode we discuss:

The Hungry Stories Project is a team of scholars, dietitians and artists who are fighting for the elimination of food insecurity by sharing what it takes to collectively care for each other's food needs. They are producing resources to understand food insecurity, and they say that we need to look at root causes. Dr. Jennifer Black is a member of the Hungry Stories Project and Associate Professor in Food, Nutrition and Health at the University of British Columbia. She joined us in January.

This week is the second installment in our new sermon series exploring 8 powerful principles Jesus taught us that can strengthen our relationships with spouses, children, friends, coworkers, etc. This Sunday we'll explore what Jesus taught us about the importance of honesty and transparency in our relationships -- all those things we hesitate to say, but maybe should say, but don't know how to say.

In this episode, the hosts reflect on lessons from the most recent Man vs. Wild Expedition and the Appalachian Trail, exploring how hardship, community, and lived experience shape character in ways that theory alone cannot. The conversation moves from physical suffering to spiritual formation, arguing that long suffering builds patience, courage, and a stronger identity rooted in the Father. Key Themes Doing vs. Knowing  — There's a major difference between talking about hard things and actually enduring them. Long Suffering Builds Character  — Pain, discomfort, and difficulty are framed as part of growth, not something to avoid at all costs. Community Matters  — Hard things become transformative when they're faced together with others. Identity Under Pressure  — The episode connects the wilderness, temptation, and modern conflict to the challenge of staying secure in who God says we are. Intellectualism vs. Relationship  — The hosts argue that head knowledge alone can't replace experiential knowledge of God. Hope and Joy  — Suffering is not the end goal; it produces endurance, growth, and ultimately joy. Highlights Why the Appalachian Trail revealed more than just physical limits How suffering exposes and dismantles false confidence The difference between intellectual arguments and lived truth Jesus' wilderness temptation as a model for identity, patience, and resisting shortcuts Why “gotcha” arguments often reveal insecurity rather than genuine pursuit of truth How long suffering can produce hope, joy, and spiritual maturity Takeaway Growth doesn't happen by avoiding discomfort. It happens when people choose to walk through hard things with patience, honesty, and confidence in God's fathering presence. The episode closes with a reminder that hope is powerful—and that long suffering is part of becoming who you're meant to be. Chapters 00:00 — Opening: Lessons from the expedition 05:10 — Doing vs. talking: theory and lived experience 13:07 — Why suffering reveals what really changes us 20:46 — Pain, intellectualism, and the breakdown of false confidence 31:03 — Jesus in the wilderness: identity, temptation, and validation 37:21 — How to respond to attacks, bait, and pressure 44:48 — Relationship over argument: why knowing God matters most 52:10 — Insecurity, gotcha questions, and the urge to drag others down 58:02 — Long suffering, patience, and the joy on the other side 68:09 — Closing thoughts: patience in a stunted culture

At least 50 soldiers have been killed in the latest attack in Mali as insecurity mounts in the country. The ambush took place near the northern town of Anefis and is one of the deadliest to occur in years. The attack has been claimed by Tuareg separatists and Al-Qaeda linked jihadists. The ambush has raised several questions about Mali's military strategy and playbook after the country ended cooperation with western allies and deepened ties with Russia.And do you know about the historic Gnaoua genre of music from Morocco? This music is one of UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage traditions. It developed in Morocco from the 16th and 17th centuries and is rooted in the history and spiritual practices of sub-Saharan African populations brought to the region via the trans-Saharan slave trade.Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Bella Twine and Blessing Aderogba Senior Producers: Caroline Mwangi and Charles Gitonga Technical Producer: Maxwell Onyango Editors: Rhoda Odhiambo and Maryam Abdalla

Many leaders will say that they want to build a business that isn't dependent on them. But putting that belief into practice is often much harder. In this episode, Alex talks with Path for Growth coaches Matt Aiken and Kyle Guemmer about some of the biggest roadblocks that hold leaders (and their businesses) back, from misunderstanding the role of a CEO to struggling to delegate. Information isn't the gap between failure and success—action is. Path for Growth's 1-on-1 coaching helps you create a plan and execute on what matters most for your business. Apply today at pathforgrowth.com/coaching.Episode Recap:What keeps leaders in a position where the business is dependent on them?  Insecurity of the CEO about what their role should look like  What does it look like when a CEO truly owns culture?  Ego keeps us stuck when we want to feel needed Hesitance to delegate will ultimately hold your business back  If you want to delegate well, you need to stop managing based on preference  If you're ready to move beyond just gathering information and start executing on what truly matters, Path for Growth's 1-on-1 coaching can help. Apply now at pathforgrowth.com/coaching.Resources:Follow the podcast on Apple or SpotifySchedule a call to learn more about Path for Growth Coaching and CommunityDownload the Free Reading GuideConnect with our Founder Alex Judd on LinkedIn and Instagram

In this episode, Ed welcomes Electra, also known as Island Kiss — an island-rooted anime creator with Haitian and Bahamian heritage, a huge following across Instagram and TikTok, and a deep love for anime, manga, music, and self-expression.Electra shares how she got into content creation during COVID, why she's always making something for fun, and how she balances creativity with a full-time adult life. The conversation also dives into her love for anime, her top five shows, her hot takes, and how anime has shaped her worldview.From discussing fan service and underrated series to her connection with characters like Naruto, Deanne, Itachi, and Nico Robin, this episode is packed with personality, anime opinions, and creator wisdom.Discussion PointsHow Electra started creating content during COVIDWhy consistency matters more than chasing viewsThe downside of other people's opinions on creative workMaking time for content creation alongside work and lifeHer love for fashion content and creative self-expressionThe surprising success of one of her shortest videosHow anime and manga influenced her outlook on lifeHer thoughts on fan service in animeThe anime that shaped her childhood and current tastesHer top five anime of all timeUnderrated anime recommendationsWhich anime characters she relates to mostHer hottest anime take defending Sword Art OnlineQuick-fire anime and pop culture choicesElectra Socials Instagram: @Islandkiss Social media links Instagram SuuuperanimepodcastTikTok SuuuperanimepodcastTwitter @SuuuperanimeFacebook SuuuperAnimePodcast You Tube SuuuperAnimeDiscord https//discord.gg/suuuperlightsassembleSupport the show

What makes a man worth following? In this episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Nick Surface and Garrett Unclebach dig into leadership through the lens of Jesus, faith, purpose, and biblical masculinity. Leadership is not just a title, position, platform, or personality trait. At the very least, every man leads himself, and if he wants to lead his family, business, team, ministry, or community well, he has to learn God's way. Jesus did not build by chasing crowds or demanding attention. He built through discipleship, training, transformation, and service.Nick and Garrett unpack the “superpower combination” that comes from truly following God: eternal mindset, purposeful living, and faith in God. A Christian man who sees beyond short-term comfort and into eternity lives differently. He can endure pain, resist panic, act with integrity when it costs him, and trust that God is in control even when the outcome does not make sense in the moment. This kind of leadership is not built on control. It is built on trust, obedience, consistency, and the courage to make the right play even when it requires sacrifice.This episode also exposes three leadership killers: insecurity, lack of emotional control, and selfishness. Insecurity makes a leader needy. Emotional instability makes him unpredictable. Selfishness turns leadership into a campaign to build his own castle instead of serving the mission. But Jesus shows a better way. Because He knew who He was, where He came from, and where He was going, He could take the towel, wash feet, serve, sacrifice, and still lead with unmatched authority. For men who want to live with purpose, grow in faith, lead their families, build with masculinity, and follow Jesus completely, this episode is a call to stop wearing the T-shirt and actually enroll in the program.Get With NuWave Home Lenders By Clicking HereGet a Free 7 Day Trial On The Tailored Training App By Clicking HereJoin a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here.Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking hereGet the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking hereJoin us in Mindset Mastery by clicking hereLevel up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking hereGET IN TOUCHSocial Media - @theimpossiblelifeEmail - info@theimpossible.life

This summer, we are exploring the ways God interrupts ordinary life to invite people into something truer, deeper, and more life-giving. In Scripture and in our own stories, God's interruptions are rarely convenient but often transformative. Together, we will learn to notice how God meets us in disrupted plans, shifting expectations, and unexpected moments. This is not a series about disruption for its own sake. It is about trusting that God is at work even when life feels uncertain or unsettled. As we slow down and pay attention, we begin to see that his interruptions are often invitations into something better than we would have chosen on our own. Sometimes the most meaningful change in our lives begins with an interruption we did not expect, but deeply need.

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What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your circumstances, your competition, or your lack of opportunity, but the way you see yourself? Pastor Mike Kai reveals how insecurity, intimidation, comparison, and imposter syndrome can limit your growth in leadership, business, and life and how changing the way you think can transform the way you live. In this powerful episode of Pound for Pound Leadership, Great Life series - Pastor Mike Kai has an honest conversation about overcoming insecurity, stepping into your calling, and breaking through the mental barriers that keep leaders from reaching their full potential. Pastor Mike shares his personal battles with insecurity, including feeling like he wasn't enough, and explains how many of us struggle with questions of worth, value, and whether they truly belong in the rooms they've been called to enter. From entrepreneurship and coaching to leadership and faith, Pastor Mike breaks down the connection between insecurity, intimidation, imposter syndrome, comparison, and fear of failure. He challenges you to stop trying to become someone else and embrace who God uniquely created you to be. In this episode, you'll learn: Why insecurity often comes from not understanding your identity and worth How imposter syndrome affects entrepreneurs and leaders Why comparison can rob you of confidence and purpose How to shift your mindset and see yourself the way God sees you The importance of surrounding yourself with people who believe in you How changing the way you think can change the way you lead Pastor Mike reminds us: "When you change the way you think, you change the way you see. When you change the way you see, you change the way you speak — and you change the rest of your life." Don't miss this inspiring conversation on leadership, faith, confidence, and becoming the best version of yourself. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome to the Great Life & Investing in Yourself Pastor Mike opens the episode by celebrating everyone who made the investment to grow and become better leaders. 01:28 – Overcoming Insecurity: Everyone Has Something They Battle Pastor Mike shares his personal struggle with insecurity and how feeling "not enough" can create limitations in life. 03:04 – Understanding Your Identity & Worth How insecurity impacts leadership, business, and the way you view the value you bring. 03:40 – Knowing Your Value: Stop Undervaluing Yourself Pastor Mike shares how he struggled with charging for his coaching because he underestimated the value of his time and experience. 04:36 – Walking Into Rooms That Intimidate You Overcoming the fear of entering spaces where you feel like you don't belong. 05:40 – Wherever You Are in Your Journey, Growth Requires Courage Whether you're starting out or at the peak of your career, insecurity can show up. 05:50 – Understanding Intimidation & Where It Comes From Why intimidation often comes from our own imagination and the stories we tell ourselves. 07:03 – Insecurity, Intimidation & Imposter Syndrome How imposter syndrome convinces you that you're pretending to be something you're not. 07:40 – Entrepreneurship, Calling & Stepping Into New Roles Pastor Mike discusses his entrepreneurial journey and stepping into coaching. 08:58 – The Trap of High Expectations Why lowering unrealistic expectations can help you build momentum and achieve more. 09:22 – Fear of Failure & Imposter Syndrome How fear of disappointing others can hold leaders back.09:44 – Perfectionism: Nothing Is Perfect Why waiting for perfect conditions prevents progress. 10:25 – Low Self-Esteem & Confidence Challenges How self-belief impacts leadership and personal growth. 11:06 – Stop Comparing Yourself to Others Pastor Mike shares how comparison creates intimidation and why you must embrace who God created you to be. 13:32 – Past Experiences & Breaking Free From Imposter Syndrome How failures and setbacks shape your confidence and how to rewrite the story. 14:20 – Three Ways to Overcome Imposter Syndrome 1. See yourself the way God sees you 2. See yourself the way the people who believe in you see you 3. Change the way you think to change the way you see 15:40 – The Story of Joshua & Caleb: Seeing Differently Lessons from Numbers 13 and why perspective determines your future. 18:27 – Ready for a Reset? Changing your thoughts changes your vision, your words, and ultimately your life. 19:08 – Subscribe & Follow Pastor Mike Kai Where to find more leadership, sermons, and personal growth content. 20:03 – Close the Gap: Turning Awareness Into Action Pastor Mike introduces the Close the Gap Masterclass and how leaders can identify the difference between where they are and where God designed them to be.

In the lives of David and Saul, we see two Kings whose fear leads them to very different places: David's fear of God, frees him to honor; while Saul's fear of man, subjects him to insecurity. In this message, Pastor Chris explores how we can be a people who fear God and are freed to honor all people, no matter the circumstance.GRACE CAPITAL CITY: "Reaching, raising, and releasing disciples for the glory of the King and the coming of His Kingdom."www.gracecapitalcity.com | @gracecapitalcitySunday Gatherings at 10 am | Miracle Theater | 535 8th St SE, Washington, DC  

Hi friend, welcome to this week's episode, my name is Arlina and I'll be your host. Before we jump in, I am excited to announce the launch of my new app, ReInvent.  If you've ever felt like you're stuck, like no matter how hard you work, your bank account never quite catches up to your effort, it's not a strategy problem. It's a belief problem. One of my favorite quotes is from Dr. David R. Hawkins, found in his classic book Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender, is:  "The unconscious will allow us to have only what we believe we deserve. The more we hang on to our negativity and small self-image that results, the less we think we deserve." I've spent 32 years studying behavior change and subconscious beliefs, and working with thousands of people. The ones who make lasting change and thrive are those who do the work of reinventing their identity. That's why I built the Reinvent app. It's a daily practice, just a few minutes each morning and at the end of the day, that helps you raise your sense of worth by creating a new empowered identity, so you start taking consistent action on opportunities that will lead you to achieving your goals. It's part law of attraction, part behavioral science, and it's built specifically to shift your beliefs around money and self-worth. Right now, Reinvent is in beta, and I'm looking for 50 people to try it free for 6 months and give me feedback. Just use the code REINVENT6 when you sign up. You can create your free account today at getreinvent.app. That's getreinvent.app, code REINVENT6 for six months on me. This beta round is going to fill up fast, so register today! In this episode, I sit down with Barney Whiter, financial and career coach behind The Escape Artist, for part two of our conversation about money beliefs, financial insecurity, and recovery. I put myself in the hot seat and let Barney coach me through my own money story. I've been thinking about it ever since! Barney shares how watching his parents struggle when UK interest rates hit 17% in 1981 wired him for financial anxiety that followed him for decades, even after he paid off his mortgage at 33. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why financial anxiety persists even when your finances are fine • How childhood money experiences literally wire your brain • The difference between the presenting problem and the real problem • Barney's complete toolkit for calming money anxiety: sleep, nutrition, resistance training, and more • Why fear is a powerful motivator with a shelf life, and what to use instead So without further delay, please enjoy this episode with Barney.   Guest Website: https://theescapeartist.me/

Episode 305 - On Comparison and Insecurity Have you ever looked at someone else's gifts, vocation, prayer, family, or life and suddenly felt like you weren't enough? In this episode, the friars talk about the very human struggle of comparison and insecurity. Whether it shows up in ministry, community, relationships, social media, or the hidden places of the heart, comparison can quietly pull us away from the truth of who we are in God. They reflect on how insecurity is often connected to deeper narratives we have picked up along the way, the stories that tell us we are less than, not gifted enough, or somehow behind. But the Father does not compare His children. He sees each of us uniquely, loves us personally, and invites us to live from the truth of our identity instead of the fear of not measuring up. Join us as we learn to bring comparison and insecurity back to Jesus, and let His voice remind us who we really are. The Poco a Poco podcast happens because of many generous donors, including recurring monthly donations of any amount. Thinking about helping out? You can give at https://spiritjuice.org/supportpoco. Thank you!

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Colombia's Presidential Shift Toward Security and Law and Order. Guest: Evan Ellis. Abelardo de la Espriellaappears to have won the Colombian presidency, promising a crackdown on insecurity and organized crime modeled after El Salvador's policies. His victory signals a likely return to strong security cooperation with the United States and a departure from the policies of Gustavo Petro. 91900 MEXICO

In this episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience, I dive into the madness surrounding the New York Knicks' historic run to the NBA Finals. I discuss the market dynamics driving ticket prices and why this is a case study in decades of pent-up demand. I also break down the "Barbell Syndrome" happening in business today: the parallel rise of AI and the exploding demand for live, analog experiences. Finally, we get real about why Fortune 500 companies have begun to focus on cultural relevance and organic social media.You'll learn about:The Rise of the "Barbell Syndrome" in BusinessHow to Scale Business Results Using Organic Social MediaThe Impact of Pent-Up Demand on Market PricingSelf-Esteem vs. Insecurity in Fan Culture and Life