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In this episode of These Are Good Days, we're skipping the 2026 resolutions and leaning into our favorite role as "hopes and dreams setters" instead. We've never been big on resolutions because the "failure" of breaking them is a total downer, so we're focusing on self-improvement and the steps that lead to a brighter year. This time around, we're dreaming about saying "yes" to more opportunities, traveling to new places, and making space for new friendships. We're also talking about the importance of slowing down to soak up quality time with our families. Join us as we trade rigid goals for a year of growth and intentionality—it's going to be a good one.THE SHOW NOTESThanks for being a part of our podcast community! You can follow Lee Ann and Matt on Instagram to keep up with happenings in between episodes. Click the link in their name to follow!If you've been around the podcast for any length of time, and you're in our podcast community, we would love for you to join us on our Patreon. Patreon is where you go to support us, get more TAGD content, download exclusive episodes and recipes, and get behind the scenes looks at what's going on with Lee Ann and Matt. Thanks for joining us!If you know anything about us at all, you know a good cup of coffee is important to us - especially “frothy coffee.” Click here to grab some of our These Are Good Days blend coffee - we created this blend and couldn't love it more!Also, we have merch! Grab a tshirt, hoodie, baseball cap, or other swag to show your love for the podcast, or just remind yourself that These Are Good Days! No doubt, we all need a reminder to embrace the joy in the moment, no matter what's going on around us. Check out our storefront here!Thank you to our sponsor Walnut Creek Foods and Walnut Creek Cheese and Market. Walnut Creek Foods creates products that are carried in stores all over the United States. Click here to see where you can locate a store near you that carry their incredible products. If getting packages on your doorstep is more your speed, click here to see all the Walnut Creek Cheese and Market products that can be shipped right to your door!
New year… same patterns?In this Real Love Scenario episode, Dre and Rhonda unpack what it really means to set intentions for love in the new year — for both singles and couples.We talk about how to stop repeating old patterns, let go of pressure, and build a deeper relationship with how you love — not just whoyou love.
Get 2026 started of Right! Join us as we discuss what making a New Year's resolution really means and how to stay true to yourself and your intentions. For our Legislative and Regulatory update we're talking biosecurity, outbreaks, and where you should look for correct information. Happy New Year!HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3856 –Show Notes and Links:Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse CouncilGuest: Karen Chaton of the Endurance Rider PodcastGuest: Meghan Brady of the Galloping Getaways PodcastLink: USDA APHIS Equine DiseaseLink: Equine Disease Communication CenterLink: Find your state animal health official (via United States Animal Health Association)Sponsors: AHC Board of Trustees, AHC Committees and AHC Staff | AHC FoundationSubscribe to the American Horse Council Podcast - Search American Horse Council Podcast on your podcast player.Follow Horses In The Morning on FacebookFollow the American Horse Council on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter)
Get 2026 started of Right! Join us as we discuss what making a New Year's resolution really means and how to stay true to yourself and your intentions. For our Legislative and Regulatory update we're talking biosecurity, outbreaks, and where you should look for correct information. Happy New Year!HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3856 –Show Notes and Links:Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse CouncilGuest: Karen Chaton of the Endurance Rider PodcastGuest: Meghan Brady of the Galloping Getaways PodcastLink: USDA APHIS Equine DiseaseLink: Equine Disease Communication CenterLink: Find your state animal health official (via United States Animal Health Association)Sponsors: AHC Board of Trustees, AHC Committees and AHC Staff | AHC FoundationSubscribe to the American Horse Council Podcast - Search American Horse Council Podcast on your podcast player.Follow Horses In The Morning on FacebookFollow the American Horse Council on Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter)
My mom joins me this week to chat in-depth about all of our intentions for our SOBER 2026 ahead! This truly just felt like having a coffee and a life chat with my mom and I came away feeling so inspired about the brand new year.Join me on my sober trip to Costa Rica!Join my community, the Happiest Sober HubSubscribe to my newsletter for FREE sober tips & inspoWatch my sober vlogsShop my sober merchFollow me on InstagramShop my Amazon storefrontShopMy favourite thingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this mini ep, Jason talks about why resolutions don't really help but setting intentions can. He sets out to inspire you in your career and comedy endeavors by addressing why giving yourself a goal is more likely to result in the accomplishments you want, warns about the traps that are so easy for us to fall into when it coms to our hopes and dreams, and gives some examples of what it might look like for you to set intentions by thinking ahead and making a plan. It's informative and encouraging! Article referenced in the episode: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-dimensions-of-creativity/202512/instead-of-making-resolutions-set-creative-intentions Instagram: @MaddMaxi, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis
Again and again, the Stoics pored over the same texts. So the ideas could take firm hold. So they could be absorbed. So it could become muscle memory, infused into their DNA.
HAPPY NEW YEAR GUYS! On today's episode we set our intentions for who we want to be in 2026... Visit https://highnoonspirits.com to find a pack near you Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/planbriuncut/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@planbriuncut?lang=en Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/planbriuncut Our Merch: https://store.barstoolsports.com/collections/planbri-uncut?gad_source=1&gadid=&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5OfqyMXOhAMVIWtHAR0ywwSVEAAYASAAEgLvMvD_BwE&utm_campaign=18065118167&utm_content=&utm_medium=paid&utm_source=google&utm_term=You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/planbri
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A gentle, grounding meditation that invites you to set clear intentions for your day or season—without attaching pressure or rigid outcomes.This practice helps you focus on how you want to show up, releasing expectations and creating space for ease, presence, and alignment. Join me for Live Meditations, Courses, and more on the free Insight Timer app. BIG NEWS! Only ONE Meditation Teacher Training in 2026! Learn more about the virtual MTT here. Fill out the interest form here so we can hop on a phone call and have a heart to heart to see if this training is for you!
Bianca D'Alessio as a powerful guest for your podcast to talk about how to achieve enduring success. Star of HBO Max's acclaimed series, Selling the Hamptons, she's one of the top real estate brokers in New York, a global speaker, and the author of the new book, Mastering Intentions: 10 Practices to Amplify Your Power and Lead with Lasting Impact. CONNECT WITH Bianca D'Alessio Website: https://www.biancadalessio.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/bianca.dalessio.3 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancadalessio/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biancadalessio/ JOIN THE FIGHT AGAINST FOOD INSECURITY Join the fight against food insecurity here in the U.S. DONATE TODAY at Meet the Streets Outreach, INC. to fight hunger! Meet the Streets Outreach provides essential support to Houston's food-insecure communities by offering over 2,100 hot meals each month. With your help, we can continue to serve those in need. Your support ensures that we can continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Houston's most vulnerable residents. Thank you for considering this opportunity to invest in the well-being of our community. Food Insecure Households For many families in the U.S., the past several years have been difficult. Higher food prices, economic instability, and other factors have made providing for a family even harder. 1 in 8 households in the U.S. is food insecure. That means these families don't have enough money or resources to buy enough food for everyone in their household. As recently as 2022, 7.3 million children lived in food insecure households. Also, 16.9% of children live in poverty. SNAP Benefits More than 22 million U.S. households use SNAP benefits to help with food costs, as of April 2023. Sometimes known as "food stamps," SNAP is the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. People who receive SNAP benefits can use it to buy groceries, seeds, and plants for food. SNAP cannot be used to purchase hot food or household items like cleaning supplies, vitamins, or diapers. CONNECT WITH Cedric Francis Website: https://www.lead2greatness.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cedricbfrancis X: https://twitter.com/cedricbfrancis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cedricbfrancis/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedric-b-francis-a0544037/
Welcome to the Success With Jewelry podcast, hosted by marketing strategist Laryssa Wirstiuk and creative consultant Liz Kantner. Together, we're passionate about helping independent jewelry brands thrive through honest conversations about what it really takes to succeed. In Episode #155, we're kicking off 2026 with a topic that can feel equal parts exciting and overwhelming: goals. We talk about how we approach goal setting personally and professionally, why January can be a surprisingly powerful moment for clarity (even when it's dark, cold, and your brain is still recovering from the holidays), and what it actually looks like to set intentions you can stick with. We also share our own goals for the year — from showing up more consistently to promoting our services with more confidence — and walk through practical goal-setting tips you can apply to your jewelry business right now. If you've ever set a big goal and then lost momentum, felt stuck, or didn't know where to begin… this one is for you.
I wanted to approach the transition into a new year differently. For the past couple of years, I felt like it was more somatically aligned to explore a feeling word for the year rather than resolutions. This feeling word could then be a guiding light throughout the year toward actions or food or environments or hobbies that support you in feeling the way you want to feel. But, I decided to move away from that this year because I sensed it could be used as another way to disembody and to try to force the body into a state or way of being that is mentally desired but not actually what the body wants or needs. So, I'm moving in a different somatic direction this year.In this week's Satiated Podcast episode, I chat about: The history of a New Year What it means to live somaticallyWhat this looks like as an ongoing practice And how this could all lead to decreasing food behaviors and increasing the creation of living the life you want to be livingYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode here: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/the-death-of-new-years-resolutionsI'm excited to explore somatics, trauma, and nutrition more with you over this next year and one exciting piece of news is that the Satiated Podcast has been chosen as one of the Top 40 Women In Food Podcasts by FeedSpot. So thank you for being here, for continuing to be here, and for leaving such amazing reviews on how much you love the podcast!With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxSupport the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPl Special thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.benso...
This episode is about beginning the new year without pressure, panic, or performance.Instead of “New Year, New Me,” I'm talking about what it looks like to enter this next chapter softly, intentionally, and regulated carrying the lessons without carrying the weight.In this episode, I share:✨ Why I'm letting go of rushed resolutions✨ What softness actually means and what it doesn't✨ How I'm setting boundaries without hardening✨ Carrying wisdom forward without dragging the past✨ Intentions my body can actually keep✨ Choosing peace without waiting for permissionIf you're feeling unsure, tired, or resistant to the pressure of starting over, this episode is an invitation to slow down and begin in a way that feels true to you.No rushing.No reinventing.Just presence.Because this… This Is Healing.
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Draft It Scared Group CoachingReal Talk: Writer to WriterAre you afraid of being judged for what you write? You're not alone. Me too. And in this episode, I get personal by sharing my writing updates, how publishing a short story felt exposing, and how I'm learning to navigate the fear of being seen for what I write.We also talk about changes to the podcast and setting writing intentions for 2026 that align with your life, not work against it. Timestamps: 00:00 Personal reflection 01:23 Easing into the new year 02:02 The fear of being seen 03:53 Writing update 07:55 Writing intentions for 2026 10:48 Reflection + next steps 11:33 ClosingLinks Mentioned:Draft It Scared Group CoachingThe Leave Still Fallow: An Anthology of Queer LoveBig Thinking Publishing Have a comment or idea about the show? Send me a direct text! Love to hear from you.Support the show To become a supporter of the show, click here!To get in touch with Stacy: Email: Stacy@writeitscared.co https://www.writeitscared.co/wis https://www.instagram.com/writeitscared/ Take advantage of these Free Resources From Write It Scared: Download Your Free Novel Planning and Drafting Quick Start Guide Download Your Free Guide to Remove Creative Blocks and Work Through Fears
SIGN UP FOR YOUR FREE WORKSHOP HERE: https://www.magickformodernlife.com/opt-inDOORS ARE OPEN FOR THE CONFIDENT READER MASTERMIND ROUND 5!THE CONFIDENT READER MASTERMIND: https://www.magickformodernlife.com/the-confident-reader-mastermindSTART YOUR MAGICAL MINDSET RESET & LEARN HOW TO MANIFEST WITH EASE HERE: https://www.magickformodernlife.com/magical-mindset-reset-1BOOK A READING / GUIDANCE SESSION HERE: https://magickformodernlife.as.me/schedule.phpDOWNLOAD CLASSES ON MAGICK, MANIFESTATION & DEVELOPING YOUR GIFTS: https://www.magickformodernlife.com/storeFOLLOW ME ON TIKTOK HERE https://www.tiktok.com/@magickformodernlifeIf you'd like to interview me on your podcast or discuss brand collabs, please email magickformodernlife@gmail.com
Trace Blackmore opens 2026 with a practical reset: how to plan with urgency, sharpen the fundamentals that make troubleshooting easier, and use the tools around this podcast to keep your development moving all year. The 12-Week Year: urgency you can use Annual goals often feel "far away" until December forces focus. The 12-week year flips that dynamic by treating each quarter like a year—creating urgency sooner and giving you four chances to reset and improve. Trace walks through the structure: start with a vision (he uses a three-year example), then choose 3–5 tactical goals for the next 12 weeks, so you don't overload and quit. He also ties it to a water treatment reality: quarterly customer touchpoints are simply more productive than an annual "re-introduce everything" meeting. Trace points listeners to planning support and easy on-ramps: the book link: ScalingUpH2O.com/12weekyear the planning guide PDF: ScalingUpH2O.com/12weekyearplan and an Audible option (free month + free book mentioned in the transcript). Mailbag: how the show is made—and what's changing A listener asks how an episode goes from spark to air. Trace lays out the workflow: idea sourcing, research and pre-production, guest outreach, scheduling, outline creation, recording discipline, post-production with audio engineer Sean, then show notes, graphics, social posts, scheduling, and promotion. He also shares a key quality upgrade: guests now receive equipment prerequisites (including budget-friendly mic options) because the Scaling Up Nation can hear the difference. On what's new for 2026, Trace shares a major personal commitment: he's pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration, including research, data collection, and defending a thesis—with an intent to involve listeners through future surveys. Skills to build in 2026: foundation, communication, and technology Trace's recommendations land in three buckets: Strengthen fundamentals (chemistry, products, and the "why" behind test kits), improve communication and relationship-building (including temperament-based communication concepts he references), and Learn what's available in data and technology so you can show up to accounts better prepared—and avoid time-wasting return trips. He closes with a direct action: browse the ScalingUpH2O.com events section and pick learning opportunities you can attend (especially those nearby), then build a 12-week plan that helps you justify bigger conferences by clearly stating what value you'll bring back. Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge! Timestamps 02:38 - Welcome to 2026 and what this "first show of the year" is designed to do (reset, tools, and a mailbag). 07:30 – 12 Week Year Planning format 21:09 – Dive Into The Scaling UP! H2O Mailbag 30:54 – What Is New for 2026 for Trace Blackmore 38:05 – Words of Water with James 40:15 – Trace's Favorite Food 46:42 – What Are The Top 2 to 3 skills Water Treaters Should Focus On Quotes "Now the reason I really like the 12-week year is because it puts the urgency of not having a full year of time, only having a smaller amount of time to work for you." "It also gives you 4 chances a year to reset and improve, not just one." "Everybody in water treatment should focus on developing skills around a solid foundation." "That leads me to my third skill that I want to talk to you about, and that's learning what's available to you when it comes to data and technology." Connect with Scaling UP! H2O Submit a show idea: Submit a Show Idea LinkedIn: in/traceblackmore/ YouTube: @ScalingUpH2O Scaling UP! H2O Resources Mentioned AWT (Association of Water Technologies) Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses Submit a Show Idea The Rising Tide Mastermind Audible Book - The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months 12 Week Year Plan Episode 100 The 100th One Episode 117 The One With Temperament Expert, Kathleen Edelman Episode 179 Another One that Teaches Us to Communicate Better with Others AWT – The Analyst - Library I Said This, You Heard That 2nd Edition by Kathleen Edelman HACH Water Analysis Handbook Words of Water with James McDonald Definition: Today's definition is the ratio of the dissolved solids in a system's circulating water to the dissolved solids in the makeup water. Can you guess the word or phrase? 2026 Events for Water Professionals Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE.
In this episode, the hosts discuss their goals and reflections as they enter the new year, 2026. They talk about the traditions they plan to take forward and the habits they aim to leave behind, both in training and living categories. Highlights include discussions on maintaining a health-first approach to fitness, embracing intentional friendships, and minimalism. The episode also features a review of their past year's intentions and their words for the year, with a particular focus on continuing positive practices and ditching limiting beliefs. As part of their tradition, they take time to reflect on previous years' goals and successes.00:00 Introduction and New Year Greetings00:38 Reflecting on Past Resolutions02:19 What We're Taking to 2026: Training Category16:12 What We're Taking to 2026: Living Category34:00 What We're Leaving in 2026: Training Category47:47 What We're Leaving in 2026: Living Category48:52 Words for the Year54:28 Final ThoughtsFollow the pod at @liftingrunninglivingpodEmail us at liftingrunninglivingpod@gmail.comFollow JK at @coachjkmcleodFollow Kelly at @runningklutz
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BIG CRYSTAL ENERGY - SEASON 3 EPISODE 1Welcome to Season 3! This year, we're stepping through the veil and into liminal space—embracing the in-between, the becoming, the gorgeous uncertainty of transformation.In this episode, I'm sharing the four anchors guiding my 2026: my word of the year (Opulence), crystal of the year (Emerald), color of the year (Red), and tarot card of the year (The Empress). Plus, I'm inviting YOU to create your own magical inspirations for the year ahead.What's Inside:✨ Welcome to Season of the Veil - embracing liminal space in 2026 ✨ My new spiritually-aligned team announcement ✨ Creating your year ahead altar with sacred anchors ✨ OPULENCE - bringing glamour magic into everyday moments ✨ EMERALD - leading with your heart, bridging worlds ✨ RED - staying visible and embodied in uncertainty ✨ THE EMPRESS - commanding receptivity and resting in power ✨ Your invitation to choose your own symbols for 2026Key Quotes:"Opulence says: I'm not waiting. I'm gorgeous NOW. Even in the uncertainty.""Red says: I'm in the in-between AND I'm taking up space.""The Empress is past asking permission.""You don't wait until the butterfly emerges to honor the chrysalis. The becoming is sacred too."Links & Resources:Fashion: Black feathered jacket by Sabrina Jacqui LevinInstagram: @sabrinajacquilevinWebsite: www.sabrinajacquilevin.comMentioned: Modern Witch Tarot Deck, The Pivot Year book, Vision Boards & Manifestation episodeUpcoming: Jan 6 - Emerald Deep Dive | Wheel of the Year series continues | Astrology series (Capricorn/Aquarius)2026 Adventures: February retreat with Marcella Kroll in Truth or Consequences, NM | March Philippines trip | April Spirit NorthwestConnect:
MCNAMARA, THE KENNEDYS, AND JACKIE'S PLEA Colleague William Taubman. Fearing a political challenge from Robert Kennedy in 1964, Johnson used McNamara to monitor the Kennedys' intentions, specifically sending him to determine if Jackie Kennedy would publicly support an RFK nomination. Despite acting as Johnson'sagent, McNamara maintained a deep, emotionally complex relationship with Jackie, serving as a father figure to her children and comforting her after the assassination. This bond created a conflict for McNamara, as Jackie eventually pounded on his chest during a private meeting, desperately pleading with him to stop the slaughter in Vietnam. NUMBER 6 1966
Start your year with calm, clarity, and a meaningful New Year's Day meditation ceremony designed to help you reset your nervous system, welcome a fresh start, and set intentions you can actually follow. In this guided practice, you'll use soothing slow-breathing to settle your body, a simple water-and-candle ritual to mark a new beginning, and an inspiring story to remind you that you don't have to change everything at once—you only need to open the doorway. You'll also create one clear intention for the year ahead and turn it into a practical "if–then" plan (a research-backed tool for follow-through), so your goal feels steady and doable—not overwhelming. Press play on this gentle New Year meditation anytime you want to begin again: New Year's morning, a quiet afternoon, or any day you need a true reset. Settle in with a candle, a pen, a few pieces of paper, a glass of water, salt or sugar, and a few quiet minutes. Your next chapter begins here. This is day 5 of a 7-day meditation series, "Closing the Year with Gratitude and Grace Meditations," episodes 3437-3443. ABOUT THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY: Closing the Year with Gratitude & Grace is a 7-day year-end meditation series designed to help you gently release the past year, calm your nervous system, and enter the New Year with clarity, balance, and embodied peace. This daily meditation podcast series blends science-backed insight, storytelling, and guided practices to support emotional healing, stress relief, and mindful transition. Recorded as a special bonus series and offered as a gift of gratitude, these meditations guide you through the natural arc of release, rest, grounding, protection, nurturing, balance, and embodiment. Each episode includes a short teaching followed by a guided meditation using techniques such as visualization, breathwork, affirmations, mudras, and heart-centered awareness. Whether you're looking for a gratitude meditation, a New Year meditation, a nervous system reset, or a peaceful way to close the year with intention, this series offers calm, comfort, and timeless wisdom—perfect for Christmas, Hanukkah, and the final days of the year. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE - "The Gratitude Completion Practice " Each day, write one sentence beginning with: "This year taught me…" No fixing, no judging. On Day 7, read all seven sentences aloud. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY Day 1: Releasing What No Longer Serves You Visualization Day 2: Affirmation: "I honor what was. I keep the wisdom. I release the weight." Day 3: Extended Exhale Breath Day 4: Hridaya mudra for compassion Day 5: Fourth Chakra for love and compassion Day 6: New Awakenings Flow meditation, combining the week's techniques Day 7: Weekly review meditation and closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual! WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme. 2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.
Welcome back, friend. Our end-of-the-year celebration concludes with The Stampies: Best Comics of 2025 (Part Two). If you missed the Part One party, click here, and discover the comics we considered the saddest of 2025, the most stylish, the most genre-bendy, etc, etc. For this week's second half award show ceremony, we're tackling the more traditional categories of Best Limited Series, Best Ongoing, Best Original Graphic Novel, and more. We wrap it all up by anointing the Jesse Tapia II Champ Stamp in honor of our dear departed friend, and announce how we'll be kicking off 2026 next week. As was the case in our first half, The Stampies: Best Comics of 2025 (Part Two) features several guest-stars from folks across the industry. Each and every one of these cool cats is worth your attention, and we encourage you to follow their work and their socials listed below. This year produced too many dang great comics, but thankfully, these creatives helped us break beyond our limited perspective, and you benefit with even more titles to add to your ever-expanding to-read pile. The Best Comics of 2025 Part One Guest-Stars: Gregg Katzman (Bluesky), IDW Publishing's Senior Publicity Manager. Owen (Bluesky), Owen Likes Comics. Tyler Crook (Bluesky), The Lonesome Hunters, Out of Alcatraz, etc. Avery Kaplan (Bluesky), The Beat, Star Trek, TCJ, etc. BJ Kicks (Bluesky), Comics Are Dope. David Brooke (Bluesky), Owner, Writer, Host at AIPT. Chris Condon (Bluesky), That Texas Blood, Green Arrow, Ultimate Wolverine, etc. Chris Piers (Bluesky), Host of ComicTropes. Christian Ward (Bluesky), Batman: City of Madness, Event Horizon: Dark Descent, Two-Face, etc. This Week's Sponsors GlobalComix is the all-in-one digital comics platform offering unlimited reading of thousands of titles from top publishers, indie creators, across comics, manga, and toons. With GlobalComix Gold, members unlock access to more than 100,000 books and genres - superheroes, horror, sci-fi, manga, fantasy, romance, and more. Right now, GlobalComix is running a special Holiday Gold promotion: when you sign up for a year of GlobalComix Gold for $69, you'll get a bonus premium comics bundle from Dark Horse, DC, Kodansha, and Marvel - included for free. This bundle is valued at $67, making the annual plan essentially pay for itself with the bonus alone. How to Redeem: Use the link https://globalcomix.com/holiday-bundle-2025 to sign up. The offer is live now and available for a limited time (through January 4, 2026). Once subscribed, the bonus bundle will be added to your GlobalComix library. Are you ready to face the future? Look no further than 2000 AD – it's the Galaxy's Greatest Comic! Every week 2000 AD brings the best in sci-fi and horror, featuring characters like Judge Dredd, Rogue Trooper and more! Get a print subscription to 2000 AD, and it'll arrive at your mailbox every week, and your first issue is free. You'll also receive the HUNDRED PAGE 2000 AD Christmas Special this December at no extra cost! Or, subscribe digitally, and you can download DRM-free copies of each issue for only $9 a month. That's 128 pages of incredible comics every month for less than $10! Head to 2000AD.com and click on ‘subscribe' now – or download the 2000 AD app and start reading today! This Winter, from IDW Publishing, the Heroes in a Half-Shell take on the King of the Monsters! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Godzilla #1 crashes into comic shops on November 12th. Written by Godzilla Kei-Sei Scribe Tim Seeley and illustrated by the brilliant Turtle artist behind the Nightwatcher series, as well as the Stranger Things/TMNT crossover, Fero Pe, this new series finally brings two of our favorite franchises together. How can this reptilian miracle be? Long before the organization was corrupted by Shredder, the Foot Clan's original purpose was to save Japan from Kaiju! Now, in the present day, Godzilla and its fellow monsters have reappeared. Not only is the Foot not prepared to stop them…it would seem Shredder himself is behind the attacks! The Turtles are always crossing over into rad nerd realms, but this one might be the king crossover of them all. The Best Comics of 2025 Part One Category Timestamps: Intro (New Year's Intentions) - 2:52 Global Comix Gold Bundle - 12:23 Best Sleeper Superhero Story - 19:16 - WINNER (TIE): Supergirl: Universe End and Two-Face: Trial Separation (DC Comics) Best Anthology - 30:45 - WINNER: Monkey Meat: The Summer Batch (Image Comics) Best Adaptation - 37:47 - WINNER: Dracula Book II: The Brides (Dark Horse Comics) Best Memoir - 44:26 - WINNER: The Ephemerata (Fantagraphics) Most Engaged Comic - 53:28 - WINNER: Black Arms to Hold You Up (Pantheon) Best Limited Series - 1:02:23 - WINNER: Spectrum (Mad Cave Studios) Best Ongoing Series - 1:13:18 - WINNER: Absolute Batman (DC Comics) Best Original Graphic Novel - 1:24:38 - WINNER: Drome (23rd St. Books) Cartoonist of the Year - 1:31:38 - WINNER: Patrick Horvath (Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Rite of Spring) Jesse Tapia II Champ Stamp - 1:37:27 - WINNER: Randy Clute (Our Day) Lisa's Pick - 1:42:52 - WINNER: The Confessional (Silver Sprocket) Brad's Pick - 1:45:40 - WINNER: More Weight (Top Shelf Productions) Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY. 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2025 was a year of perseverance, recalibration, and quiet progress — not just for me, but for many people I know. In this vlog, I take time to honestly reflect on what worked, what didn't, and what I'm carrying forward into 2026.I walk through a reflection practice that looks at four core areas of life — mind, body, home, and soul — revisiting the intentions I set for 2025 and sharing where I landed. From creative momentum on my animated feature The Arbiters, to navigating stress, relationships, finances, and long-term ambition, this is less about “wins” and more about truth, growth, and perspective.I also share how I'm approaching 2026, including:-My guiding word for the year: Emerge-Creative and financial goals-Intentions around health, home, and relationships-Why I believe slow, consistent progress still counts-How to keep moving forward even when the industry (and world) feels uncertainIf you're closing out a difficult year, reassessing your direction, or trying to balance creative work with real life, I hope this offers some clarity — or at least reassurance that you're not alone in the process.If something here resonates, I'd love to hear how you're reflecting on 2025 and what you're bringing into 2026.
Start 2026 aligned and empowered with this live channeled New Year intention setting meditation and energy activation.This isn't your typical goal setting exercise. In this guided session for your new year, Emily holds energetic space to channel intuitive insights while simultaneously guiding you to work with your energy field - creating a powerful dual experience that sets intentions at both the conscious and energetic levels. As you're guided through visualization and self-directed energy work, you'll receive channeled guidance specific to your 2026 journey.What happens in this activation:-Receive live channeled intuitive insights for your 2026 intentions-Clear old energy patterns that block manifestationAlign your energy field with your deepest desires for the new year-Practice guided visualization to anchor your intentions energeticallyExperience energy work happening in real-time as you set intentions-Create energetic alignment between what you want and who you're becomingPerfect for both spiritual beginners and experienced energy workers ready to start 2026 with clarity, alignment, and powerful energetic support.This new year activation meets you exactly where you are, and as always, follow your own internal compass as we enjoy this journey together.To download the 2026 Guide visit: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/q3LmD3rkKuFlUt7chrSVReady to work with your energy? Discover more ways to align with Emily at https://innerlight.circle.so/private-coaching
In tonight's sleep hypnosis with Jessica, we return to a favourite session from the Team Magic archives, chosen especially for this turning point in the year. This inspiring episode invites you to settle down into rest whilst quietly setting your intentions for the New Year - not through pressure or planning, but through curiosity and ease. As always, tonight's episode will start with a relaxing introduction from Jessica, before we sink into tonight's Sleep Hypnosis. Want more Sleep Magic? Join Sleep Magic Premium ✨ Enjoy 2 bonus episodes a month plus all episodes ad-free, access to Jessica's complete back catalog of over 60 episodes, and show your support to Jessica. To Subscribe
Bridget takes us through her New Year ritual, reviewing the last year and setting goals and intentions for the new one.0:00 - Intro2:05 - Phetasy3:50 - End of Year Review14:07 - Weather14:41 - Intentions & Goals for 202631:47 - Phetasy News32:31 - The Internet Is GloriousGet your Release The Files merch and Reality Remains Undefeated shirts HERE - https://bit.ly/bridgetphetasy-merch End Music - Sweetfire performed by Lightmaker Walk-Ins Welcome YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@UC1pIdDAknFnlEVtJkTTV7QQ ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Support your favorite scrappy little old lady on YouTube and help keep Phetasy independent and creating the content you love and get access to all of our behind-the-scenes content. Become a Paid Supporter today! - https://www.phetasy.com/subscribe Gear up for 2026 with all your favorite Phetasy merch. We've got t-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, socks, hats, totes, mugs, everything you could ask for with new designs available! - https://www.bridgetphetasy.com/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------- We just want to make you laugh while the world burns. We produce media content, essays, and merchandise such as t-shirts and greeting cards that make burgers out of your sacred cows and tell you not to take yourself so damn seriously. Buy PHETASY MERCH here: https://www.bridgetphetasy.com/ For more content, including the unedited version of Dumpster Fire, BTS content, writing, photos, livestreams and a kick-ass community, subscribe at https://phetasy.com/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/BridgetPhetasy Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bridgetphetasy/ Podcast - Walk-Ins Welcome with Bridget Phetasy https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/walk-ins-welcome/id1437447846 https://open.spotify.com/show/7jbRU0qOjbxZJf9d49AHEh https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/I3gqggwe23u6mnsdgqynu447wva
#192 - What I'm Carrying Into the New Year — And What I'm Finally Leaving Behind New Year's Eve has a funny way of making us feel like we should reinvent ourselves by midnight. New rules. New goals. New personality. Preferably someone who loves green juice and wakes up excited at 5 a.m. This episode is… not that. Instead, this is a pause. A breath. A moment to stand in the quiet space between what's been and what's coming—and ask a better question than “Who should I be next year?” In this reflective solo episode, I share what this past year taught me the long way around: that growth isn't about striving harder, fixing more, or optimizing your way into worthiness. The most meaningful shifts often come from removing pressure, listening to your nervous system, and letting go of identities that no longer fit. We talk about discernment over urgency, why discomfort isn't a problem to solve, how progress actually works (hint: it's not linear), and what it looks like to move into a new year lighter—not because you did more, but because you carried less. No resolutions. No hustle. No performative “new you.” Just honesty, integration, and intentions that actually make room for real life. If you've felt tired of pushing, quietly proud of how much you've grown, or like you're standing on the edge of something new—but slower and steadier than before—this episode is for you. In This Episode, We Explore: Why striving, optimizing, and “doing more” often block real healing The difference between urgency and discernment—and why it matters How listening to your nervous system builds real trust with yourself What to keep, what to release, and what doesn't need to come with you Why intentions work better than resolutions (and how to choose yours) How progress actually unfolds—even when it feels messy or invisible Time Stamps 00:00 – Why this episode isn't about goals, resolutions, or reinvention 02:00 – The quiet space between years—and why it matters 04:00 – When striving stops working (and what actually does) 06:30 – Discernment vs. urgency: learning to pause instead of react 10:00 – What I'm intentionally carrying into the new year 12:00 – What I'm finally leaving behind (and why discomfort isn't failure) 15:00 – Intentions over resolutions—and how to choose yours 18:00 – Moving forward lighter, calmer, and more grounded Where to Find Me You can connect with me, explore programs, and see what I'm up to outside the podcast here: Website: https://lisasmithwellness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prettywell_podcast
In episode 60 of The Moon in Carolina podcast, host Shelby Bundy is joined again by her winter seasonal co-host, Kate Belew. Listen in as they share their plans for 2026, their thoughts on the Gregorian new year, and simple ways to embrace the energy of the season. You can find Kate Belew at www.katebelew.com and as @k8belew on socials. She is the author of Word Witch and can also be found on her substack of the same name.
The Most Non-Spiritual Things & Habits That Changed My Spiritual Life in 2025. My life changing items I bought in 2025, the few items that are on my list for 2026, and habits that I'm bringing in to the new year. Also, tune in to the end where I replay the 2025 numerology reading so you can see for yourself how accurate the reading truly was! It's always fun looking back and seeing how Spirit was there the whole time. Links talked about in this episode: Neck Pillow: https://amzn.to/4sp4wtu Gym Gloves: https://amzn.to/3N1wET6 Purse Hooks: https://amzn.to/3L8Mlra Collagen Powder: https://amzn.to/4qoQVQM Protein Bites: https://amzn.to/4aDQ7TD Big A## Calendar: https://thebigasscalendar.com/ Headspace Meditation App: https://www.headspace.com/ Hevy App: Hevy - Workout Tracker & Planner Gym App Weight Lifting Routine Log Kefir: https://amzn.to/4jks1zr Tumbler (Not mine but very close): https://amzn.to/4ply2xr On my list: Ninja Creami: https://amzn.to/4be1sKn Freedom App: https://freedom.to/ ***I am an Amazon affiliate, and may get a small kick back if you use one of my links. It costs nothing extra to you and using the link really helps us out. Thank you! It's been an incredible time, but Spirit says not to frown because it's over, but smile because it happened. And without this stepping stone, this podcast wouldn't be becoming: The Spiritual Life Society! Keep in touch! Connect With Heather Danielle Psychic Medium Website: https://therealheatherdanielle.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/riseintoyourpower Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/riseintoyourpower Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritual_af_heatherdanielle/ Email: info@therealheatherdanielle.com The information shared in this episode (and all content from Heather Danielle/Spiritual AF Life) is for educational and spiritual growth purposes only. I am not a medical doctor, therapist, licensed counselor, or legal professional. I do not diagnose, treat, or offer medical, psychological, or legal advice. Always seek the guidance of qualified professionals regarding your health, mental wellness, or legal matters. Trust your intuition and also your team of real-world experts.
Do you have a family member/loved one struggling with addiction? https://familyreconnectprogram.com/optin-page As we head into a brand new year, many family members and loved ones are carrying a mix of hope, exhaustion, and uncertainty — especially when someone they love is struggling with addiction. This video is not about resolutions. It's not about fixing anyone. And it's not about doing more. In this episode, I share a few simple intentions you can carry into 2026 — practical, grounded ways to protect your own well-being, strengthen connection, and walk into the new year with clarity instead of fear. Join our SKOOL Group: https://www.skool.com/realrecoverytalk/about?ref=80971acc3d9f4e91bd9070fe6810e639 Join our Big Book Study! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/bigbookstudy Tom IG: https://www.instagram.com/realrecoverytalktom/ Ben IG: https://www.instagram.com/realrecoverytalkben/ RRT IG: https://www.instagram.com/realrecoverytalkpodcast/
It wouldn't be the New Year without this episode. As we do every year, we're sitting down to share our goals and intentions for the year ahead — knowing this season looks a little different than years past.Brooke & Peyton talk through what they're focusing on personally, professionally, as moms and partners, how our goals are evolving with big life changes, and what we're hoping to be more intentional about this year. Think less pressure, more honesty, and a realistic look at setting goals for the season we're in.
Have you ever paused to reflect on your year before stepping into the next? In this episode, I share a simple 4-step ritual to help you celebrate your wins, learn from your challenges, and set clear intentions for the future. We'll walk through prompts to identify what you're proud of, the lessons you want to remember, and what you're grateful for. Then, we'll focus on creating a vision for the year ahead, guided by a single word to keep you aligned and inspired. This practice has been a game-changer for me, and I hope it helps you approach the new year with purpose and clarity. Whether you do it alone or with loved ones, it's a meaningful way to start fresh. Let's dive in together. === Want one of the most Powerful Tools to Support you in Awakening & Manifesting Your Dream Life from the Inside Out (for Free)? Learn how to live to your full potential without letting fear get in the way of your dreams. ✨ Here's How to Get Your Gift: ✨ Step 1: Just head over to Apple Podcast or Spotify + leave a review now Step 2: Take a screenshot before hitting submit Step 3: Then go to alyssanobriga.com/podcast to upload it! === Have you watched our previous episode with Darryl Anka? Check it out here: https://youtu.be/XjvTrunejlk?si=MGCNA2TdC98ZvcKo === Alyssa Nobriga International, LLC - Disclaimer This podcast is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or any other qualified professional. We shall in no event be held liable to any party for any reason arising directly or indirectly for the use or interpretation of the information presented in this video. Copyright 2023, Alyssa Nobriga International, LLC - All rights reserved. === Want 3 Life-Changing Tools you can use on yourself (or your clients) from inside our Accredited Coaching Certification? Click here to get them for Free: https://www.alyssanobriga.com/tools === Website: alyssanobriga.com Instagram: @alyssanobriga TikTok - @alyssanobriga Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6b5s2xbA2d3pETSvYBZ9YR?si=d8636b85fb904814 ApplePodcast-https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-human-potential/id1705626495
In this special intergenerational conversation, JJ and Doug sit down with JJ's parents—ages 80 and 77—for an honest and heartfelt discussion about happiness, perspective, and what truly matters in life. Together, they reflect on how priorities evolve over time, what contributes to lasting fulfillment, and how ideas around success, relationships, and happiness have changed across generations. The conversation also turns toward the future, with thoughtful reflections and intentions for 2026—what to protect, what to release, and what feels most important moving forward. This episode isn't about giving advice from a pedestal; it's about sharing lived wisdom, curiosity, and hope through real conversation. Whether you're looking ahead to a new year, reassessing your goals, or simply craving perspective that cuts through the noise, this episode offers a grounding reminder of what creates a meaningful life—no matter your age. In This Episode, We Discuss: What happiness really means at different stages of life How priorities and goals evolve over time Reflections on love, relationships, and fulfillment Intentions and hopes for 2026 What still matters most, no matter the generation
In this special intergenerational conversation, JJ and Doug sit down with JJ's parents—ages 80 and 77—for an honest and heartfelt discussion about happiness, perspective, and what truly matters in life. Together, they reflect on how priorities evolve over time, what contributes to lasting fulfillment, and how ideas around success, relationships, and happiness have changed across generations. The conversation also turns toward the future, with thoughtful reflections and intentions for 2026—what to protect, what to release, and what feels most important moving forward. This episode isn't about giving advice from a pedestal; it's about sharing lived wisdom, curiosity, and hope through real conversation. Whether you're looking ahead to a new year, reassessing your goals, or simply craving perspective that cuts through the noise, this episode offers a grounding reminder of what creates a meaningful life—no matter your age. In This Episode, We Discuss: What happiness really means at different stages of life How priorities and goals evolve over time Reflections on love, relationships, and fulfillment Intentions and hopes for 2026 What still matters most, no matter the generation
We walk through the 7 steps we use to set intentions for the new year, rather than resolutions. This way, you can enter 2026 with a fresh, positive outlook. We hope these steps are helpful for you as you set your intentions for the new year. With the right mindset, possibilities are awaiting to unfold.
In this final episode of 2025 from The Living Artist podcast, Preston digs deep and gets very personal to help us end the year by setting some powerful "Soul Intentions". This episode features cameos from some old "friends" as well as a few special nods to Stranger Things. Wherever you are in life, art and location, you belong here, and your art and story are important. Let's remember this going into 2026. Enjoy!For more information on Preston M. Smith and his artwork, visit https://www.pmsartwork.com, or follow him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/pmsartwork (social media everywhere @pmsartwork). You can also now subscribe to his YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/pmsartwork.If you would like to donate to the podcast to keep it going strong, you can do so here: https://www.pmsartwork.com/podcastThe Living Artist makes the top of the Audible Blog's List of the Best Art Podcasts to listen to For Artists! Check it!Thrilled to announce that Artwork Archive just included The Living Artist on their list of the The Best Art Podcasts of 2021! Check it out.Excited that Agora Group International Fine Art included The Living Artist on its list of The Best Art Podcasts To Listen To (coming in at #5).Huge thank you to Feedspot for choosing The Living Artist for their list of the Top 70 Art Podcasts You Must Follow. It is a huge honor to have made this amazing list (coming in at #18) with so many other wonderful podcasts. Big thank you to Feedspot! You can check out this list and more of Feedspot at https://blog.feedspot.com/art_podcasts.The Living Artist makes the top of the Best 100 Art Of Living Podcasts on Million Podcasts.Podcast theme music: "Music by Jason Shaw on Audionautix.com"
If you've ever felt overwhelmed by New Year's resolutions—or abandoned them by February—this episode is for you. As a busy Christian working mom, the pressure to “do it all” can be exhausting, and resolutions often leave us feeling like we've failed before the year even begins. In today's episode, we explore a different approach: setting intentions instead of resolutions. Intentions focus on purpose, not perfection, and help you align your daily life with God's guidance, your family priorities, and your personal growth. You'll learn: The difference between resolutions and intentions, and why intentions are more sustainable. How to set faith-centered intentions that guide your year without guilt or pressure. Practical steps to create your own intentions that fit your family, work, and spiritual life. How to maintain your intentions even when life gets messy—without feeling like you've failed. By the end, you'll feel empowered to step into this year with clarity, peace, and confidence, letting God's guidance shape your growth rather than societal expectations.
In this special intergenerational conversation, JJ and Doug sit down with JJ's parents—ages 80 and 77—for an honest and heartfelt discussion about happiness, perspective, and what truly matters in life. Together, they reflect on how priorities evolve over time, what contributes to lasting fulfillment, and how ideas around success, relationships, and happiness have changed across generations. The conversation also turns toward the future, with thoughtful reflections and intentions for 2026—what to protect, what to release, and what feels most important moving forward. This episode isn't about giving advice from a pedestal; it's about sharing lived wisdom, curiosity, and hope through real conversation. Whether you're looking ahead to a new year, reassessing your goals, or simply craving perspective that cuts through the noise, this episode offers a grounding reminder of what creates a meaningful life—no matter your age. In This Episode, We Discuss: What happiness really means at different stages of life How priorities and goals evolve over time Reflections on love, relationships, and fulfillment Intentions and hopes for 2026 What still matters most, no matter the generation
Before you set intentions for 2026, may I invite you to review one thing in 2025 first? So that you can begin 2026 with a lot of compassion that will ignite and sustain both your social justice parenting in your home and social justice advocacy in your neighborhood. In this episode, you and I are going to review moments when we made mistakes to see what those moments reveal about our tenacity, our sass, and our sovereignty.---------------------------Get full show notes and more information at: comebacktocare.com/podcastFor more BTS of this podcast, follow @comebacktocare on Instagram!Sign up for our weekly Care Collective Newsletter for information and inspiration on topics like decolonized parenting, embodied, body-based centering practices for you and your children, intergenerational family healing, and more.I invite you to join me in a virtual gathering once a month for you to digest the information in the podcast with other Social Justice Curious listeners. We'll put awareness into action together with group accountability at www.patreon.com/comebacktocareIf you enjoy the Come Back to Care podcast, we could use your support! Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review, and share with someone who needs to hear this!The Come Back to Care podcast explores how social justice, child development science, parenting, and family systems intersect—hosted by Nat Vikitsreth, a decolonized, licensed clinical psychotherapist, somatics, and social justice practitioner, and founder of Come Back to Care.
In this special intergenerational conversation, JJ and Doug sit down with JJ's parents—ages 80 and 77—for an honest and heartfelt discussion about happiness, perspective, and what truly matters in life. Together, they reflect on how priorities evolve over time, what contributes to lasting fulfillment, and how ideas around success, relationships, and happiness have changed across generations. The conversation also turns toward the future, with thoughtful reflections and intentions for 2026—what to protect, what to release, and what feels most important moving forward. This episode isn't about giving advice from a pedestal; it's about sharing lived wisdom, curiosity, and hope through real conversation. Whether you're looking ahead to a new year, reassessing your goals, or simply craving perspective that cuts through the noise, this episode offers a grounding reminder of what creates a meaningful life—no matter your age. In This Episode, We Discuss: What happiness really means at different stages of life How priorities and goals evolve over time Reflections on love, relationships, and fulfillment Intentions and hopes for 2026 What still matters most, no matter the generation
In this special intergenerational conversation, JJ and Doug sit down with JJ's parents—ages 80 and 77—for an honest and heartfelt discussion about happiness, perspective, and what truly matters in life. Together, they reflect on how priorities evolve over time, what contributes to lasting fulfillment, and how ideas around success, relationships, and happiness have changed across generations. The conversation also turns toward the future, with thoughtful reflections and intentions for 2026—what to protect, what to release, and what feels most important moving forward. This episode isn't about giving advice from a pedestal; it's about sharing lived wisdom, curiosity, and hope through real conversation. Whether you're looking ahead to a new year, reassessing your goals, or simply craving perspective that cuts through the noise, this episode offers a grounding reminder of what creates a meaningful life—no matter your age. In This Episode, We Discuss: What happiness really means at different stages of life How priorities and goals evolve over time Reflections on love, relationships, and fulfillment Intentions and hopes for 2026 What still matters most, no matter the generation
New Year's Resolutions or Intentions for the New Year...Peace will rule, get into it! End of year roundup, reflecting on next chapter of my life, I am hopeful that my ordered steps will help someone else. Truth comes in many forms. What has been draining your spirit? 5 types of people to avoid to navigate the next chapter in life in peace and freedom, and not chaos. An elderly woman once told a sister, "I love her, but I cannot breathe when she leaves. It is as though she blows out the candles in my house." The sister answered her with gentle truth, "Love her from a distance, for God did not ask you to sacrifice your peace to satisfy another's unrest." If someone's constant complaining suffocates the joy, God is trying to nourish in you, then you must protect your inner sanctuary. The second type, the manipulator. This is the most subtle and often the most painful. Manipulation does not come with shouting. It comes wrapped in words that sound like care, like duty, like obligation. Manipulators use guilt to control. They speak of love but demand submission. God NEVER weaponizes guilt. Therefore, every person who steals your freedom is damaging the gift God placed in you. 3rd type They remind you of old mistakes, not to heal you, but to diminish you. They keep you fixed in an outdated portrait of who you once were, refusing to see the grace God has formed in you. Your past is not a weapon for others to wield. 4th Darkness Bearers one who carries darkness. Not always in obvious ways, not always with dramatic sins, but with a presence that pulls the soul away from the light. These are the people who normalize what leads you away from God, who diminish the seriousness of sin, who feed resentment, who speak lightly of what wounds the conscience, who invite you into anger, division, or habits that cloud the clarity of prayer. A neighbor arrives not with warmth but with gossip that stains the mind. A relative comes not with compassion but with burdensome anger that pulls the spirit into old conflicts. 5th Silent but just as deadly This cold silence is not the silence of contemplation. It is the silence of indifference. It is the silence that neither builds nor comforts. A relative who shows no interest in your well-being. A friend who never asks how your heart is. A companion who takes but never gives. Your soul is too close to eternity to be entangled in the shadows of others. Rise above the storms of others. You will live the later years as God intended, not in confusion, but in clarity, not in exhaustion, but in grace. Pope Leo is still kicking the knowledge. Navigate to Pope Leo Speaks on 5 Types of People to Avoid that are Peace Wreckers to view the video in its entirety. No, I am not Catholic. But, this Pope Leo XIV is literally a "cousin". And has emphatically stated he is not MAGA. As the first American-born pope, has said that his nationality means that people cannot say he "doesn't understand the United States," as they did with Pope Francis. This statement indicates that he feels his perspective is uniquely informed and that he will be more effective in his engagement with the US government. He has expressed support for US bishops who took a stance against the Trump administration's deportation policies. By doing so, he is indirectly criticizing the administration while also encouraging other bishops to follow suit. While Pope Leo XIV has stated that he wants to avoid "partisan politics," he has also said that he is not afraid to "raise issues" that are related to the Gospel. This creates a fine line that he seems willing to cross, and his comments on human dignity, immigration, and wealth inequality can be interpreted as a moral and religious critique of the administration's policies. I am not a Communist nor a sympathizer of the autocratic regime in power in China. But, I admire the shade. Leaving this felon administration on hold listening to #Obama speeches is classic!! Even Sun Tzu could have anticipate the level of shade of the new age Chinese nor 50 cent for that matter. #pettylujah Seasonal Affective Disorder Is Treatable and all of us should be about fixing our mental health always.... If you are searching for help and direction in your struggles with depression and addiction Call 1-800-273-8255 Available 24 hours everyday There is also an online chat feature https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/ And if Vodka is the problem, call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for 24/7 help. Please reach out to find joy in this season! Don't forget to navigate to www.dalesangelsinc.com for all special offers and updates on nerd news. So much to buy so little time!!
It is December 29th. The year is almost gone. Suddenly, a voice in your head wakes up. It whispers: "You haven't achieved enough this year. You are running out of time."The panic of the "New Year" sets in. You feel the pressure to write a list of resolutions that involve starving, sweating, and hustling your way into January.Stop.Welcome to Day 4 of our Holiday Decompression. Today, we are silencing the Inner Critic and rejecting the toxic "Hustle Culture" of January. instead, we are embracing the Soft Life.In this 10-minute guided session, we will:Confront the Critic: Acknowledge the voice that says you need to be "better" or "more productive" next year.Turn Down the Volume: Visualize a mixing desk where you can manually lower the fader on your self-doubt.Shift to Soft Goals: Replace rigid, punishing resolutions with intentions based on ease, flow, and kindness.Visualizing 2026: See the year ahead not as a mountain to climb, but as a river to float down.You do not need to "crush" 2026. You just need to live it.Support the Podcast: If this anti-hustle approach resonates with you, please subscribe and leave a review. Let's start the new year with kindness, not pressure.
Don't Set Goals for 2026 Until You Do This If 2025 stretched you, challenged you, or changed you, this episode is your reset. Before you start planning 2026, download our annual Goals & Intentions Workbook and follow this process with us.
Episode Description: Welcome, warriors, to the final episode of the year! In this reflective, heart-centered conversation, we pause to honor everything this year asked of us, explore the importance of choosing ourselves, and set intentions for the year ahead, not as a “new year, new you” exercise, but as an invitation to care for and prioritize ourselves with compassion. We dive into: The power of choosing yourself as a practice, with intention Why resting, slowing down, and doing less is revolutionary for women How perfectionism, “prove-it-again” bias, & societal expectations shape our lives Reflections on community, support, and the collective wisdom of the Advancing Women Podcast Along the way, we revisit some of the year's most resonant AWP episodes: Permission to Pause: Can We Stop Doing and Just Be for a Minute?: Exploring why productivity has become a stand-in for worth and why rest is essential. Go Little: Comfort, Joy, and the Art of Doing Less: Redefining success and learning to embrace the meaningfulness of “small” actions and joy. There Is a Crack in Everything: That's How the Light Gets In: Inspired by Leonard Cohen's lyric and Kintsugi, exploring perfectionism, resilience, and honoring the cracks in our lives. This episode is a reminder that choosing yourself isn't selfish, it's necessary. It's about creating space, breathing room, and radical permission to prioritize your needs and growth. Thank you for walking this journey with me, for being part of our warrior community, and for showing up for yourself and each other. Episode Highlights / Key Takeaways: Choosing yourself is a skill or personality trait. It's a practice that comes from small, intentional actions. Reflection and pausing are just as valuable as action and productivity. The cracks in our lives aren't failures; they are opportunities for growth, wisdom, and light. Community matters: you are not alone in navigating all the things… Intentions are powerful even if resolutions aren't perfectly kept; the act of aiming toward growth is what matters. Let's Reflect: Take a moment to journal or reflect: What does “choosing yourself” look like for you right now? Where in your life can you create more space, permission, or breathing room? How can you step into the new year with intention, hope, and self-compassion? Let's Connect: Instagram: @AdvancingWomenPodcast https://www.instagram.com/advancingwomenpodcast/?hl=en Facebook: Advancing Women Podcast https://www.facebook.com/advancingwomenpodcast/ LinkedIn: Dr. Kimberly DeSimone https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-desimone-phd-mba-ba00b88/
The New Year always comes with pressure.New goals. New energy. New expectations.But what if 2026 doesn't need more force — just more intention?In this honest and grounding conversation, Brittany and Christina sit down to unpack the real difference between resolutions and intentions, and why consistency matters more than perfection when it comes to personal growth.About Brittany and Christina:Meet Brittany and Christina, your dynamic podcast hosts who bring their unique blend of expertise, passion, and life experience to every conversation.Brittany, affectionately known as Britt, mom, mommy, bruh, and Queen, lives in Vancouver with her husband and their three fantastic kids (tweens and teens, hence the playful nicknames). Together for nearly two decades, Brittany and her husband share a love for travel and adventure. A self-proclaimed endurance sport junkie, Brittany thrives on pushing herself beyond her comfort zone to unlock her full potential. As a coach, she specializes in helping clients overcome overwhelm by aligning personal goals and values with actionable steps for success. Her greatest joys come from connecting with new people and witnessing their incredible achievements.Christina Lecuyer, a former professional golfer and TV host, is recognized as one of GlobeNewswire's Top Confidence Coaches. She works with clients worldwide, including entrepreneurs, Wall Street executives, stay-at-home moms, and small business owners. Through her signature "Decision, Faith & Action" framework, Christina has guided thousands of clients in creating their own versions of fulfillment and success, often leading to thriving six- and seven-figure businesses. Her 1-on-1 coaching model focuses on mindset and strategy to build self-trust, confidence, and long-term results.Together, Brittany and Christina bring their authentic, energetic, and empowering perspectives to help listeners navigate life, achieve their goals, and embrace their fullest potential. Feeling like you want to share a hot topic you'd like us to discuss on the podcast? Send us a DM over on Instagram at @anythingbutaveragepod. Your hot topic just might make it in the next episode!
In this episode of Gary and Shannon, Gary and Shannon discuss the challenges of the new year, including setting intentions and navigating the complexities of modern life. They dive into the world of steakhouses, where rising costs and profit margins are causing restaurants to get creative with their menus. The conversation also touches on the importance of accountability in politics, with a focus on the US-China tensions and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Additionally, they discuss the impact of affordability on everyday life, including the rising cost of groceries and the struggles of small businesses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.