Podcasts about inviting

The teenage years don't have to be something parents fear.They can become one of the most meaningful seasons of family life when approached with intentionality.In this episode of High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie Francis share the special traditions they use to celebrate their children's transition into the teenage years and discuss how to prepare kids for this exciting new season without rushing them into adulthood.In this episode you'll discover:• Why celebrating milestones builds confidence• The traditions their children look forward to at age 13• Helping kids embrace each stage of childhood• Navigating peer pressure with intentional parenting• Why parents need a strategy before the teenage years arrive• The importance of biblical standards in today's culture• Inviting the Holy Spirit into your parenting decisionsIf you're raising young children or preparing for the teenage years, this episode offers practical ideas to help your family thrive.

Do you feel like you're constantly putting out fires — at work, at home, in your own head? In this episode, I'm breaking down why so many high-achieving Christian women live in reactive mode (hello, perfectionism, all-or-nothing thinking, and overcompensating) and what to do instead.In this episode, you'll learn 5 practical, faith-rooted shifts to help you move from reactive to focused and faithful:✔️ Setting boundaries around what's actually yours to carry✔️ Reframing hard seasons instead of letting them define you✔️ Falling in love with the Giver (Jesus) instead of the outcome✔️ Inviting your people into the real, hard stuff✔️ Getting clarity on your God-given call so you can let the rest goIf you're ready to trade striving for trust and burnout for peace, this episode is for you.00:00 — Intro 03:11 — What it means to be focused, and not reactive06:10 — Point 1: Create boundaries like a boss06:53 — Point 2: Reframe the tough stuff07:34 — Point 3: Fall in love with the Giver, not the gift08:32 — Point 4: Bring your people in09:48 — Point 5: Know what you're called to (and what you're not)10:54 — Next Steps

Sacred Earth beneath my feet,draw my scattered attention down and in.Let my senses be roots,sight, sound, scent, taste, touch,and the knowing beneath words,reaching deep into your living heart.Remind me that life is not a race,but a gentle returning to what always holds me.As I change, may I stay rooted.As I root, may I be free to change.Happy July and welcome to this week's Rituals of Returning newsletter! This month we are steeping in the Cauldron of Change. We also have August's ritual kit ready for you in the shop. This week's magic:13 minute mini ritual video: allies for Julyimpromptu “witch at work” studio altar tourpart two house altar tourI'm happy to report that I won third place in the Deane Wagner Poetry Contest for my poem: “Do Poets Eat at Taco Bell?”My 100 word story, “Warm-blooded” (shortlisted in the Tadpole Press 100 word story contest last month), has now been published in the 10th volume of “How to Save the World” from Compassiviste Press. 100% of the proceeds from the anthology goes to the Zaatari Desert Garden project, helping Syrian refugees develop hydroponic food production in the Zaatari refugee camp in Jordan. The digital book is available from:Compassiviste websiteAmazonBarnes and NobleKoboEvent notice for upcoming free event (not-affiliated, just passing the word along): On July 21st at 11am PT/ 2pm ET/ 8pm CET, there is a free online gathering with Pat McCabe (Weyakpa Najin Win, Woman Stands Shining): Seeding a New Future. Pat is a Diné elder, ceremonial leader and voice for global peace and will be in conversation with Rachel Duffy and Michael Denmeade. Together we'll explore the wisdom of these times. And the work of coming back into right relationship with the Earth, with each other, and with our own true nature, such that together we can seed a thriving future for all. It's free, donation-based, and open to all. The registration link is here. Replay from our 2000 Days of Goddess live celebration including free printable booklets!Back to the Roots collection with so many free resources from June!The Cauldron of ChangeI've been making space to steep in the Cauldron of Change this month, even with just a few morning minutes to reflect and integrate. I made this little prompts booklet for my community and it has been such a helpful resource—I've also been dropping my Womanrunes draw of the day into the Cauldron rune and seeing how the two work together. I'd love to invite you to join us as well—we're doing live community practices each Monday!Back to the Roots!Back to the Roots has drawn to a close after celebrating our 2000th day of #30DaysofGoddess! Make sure to check out the collection where all of the free posts are available.And, you can still grab your welcome kit with beautiful journals and customizable covers.Life's Bits and Pieces:Even when life is busy even when there is too much to do,even when everythingand everyone needs something from you,you know a one word spell of power:Return,a practice,a process,a prayer, an invitation to settle and re-settle into your own wise center,to root downand reach outand reclaim.reading: (to self) How to Save the World—referenced above from Compassiviste. This is an interesting anthology with poems, short stories, and book excerpts from speculative fiction. It has made me highlight several book titles to get separately because I was hooked in by the extracts included.(to kids) The Violet Keystone, the sixth and final book in the Seventh Tower series (why there aren't seven gets on all of our nerves, but we're also ready for the series to be over). listening to:by self: Caroline—this is an adult retelling of the Little House on the Prairie saga through Ma's eyes. It WAY overuses simile and is a little more navel-gazing than I expect Ma would actually have had time for, but I'm finding it very engaging and interesting. Listening to this for me is completely independent of the new Netflix series that is currently ALL over the news and social media. I didn't even know there was going to be a new series until just this week and I have been on the waiting list for Caroline for several months now. I also feel like I need a disclaimer that despite my deep childhood fondness for this series, as an adult, I've definitely come to see what a sanitized, idealized, and whitewashed picture it paints of the westward expansion, colonialism, and the indigenous nightmare of forced removal.with Tanner and Mark: Daughter of the Deep—a lengthy revisiting of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Rick Riordan. Shades of Percy Jackson and a bit of Harry Potter abound therein. I do enjoy the diverse cast and the female heroine. This made for good listening on our recent drive to Ohio and Kentucky.Note: I am on Fable if you want to follow along with what I read there!Resource Reminders:Intro audio about the Goddess Magic Mystery SchoolI've started to add our monthly activation replay videos for this year's #30DaysofGoddess practice to the homepage! Scroll past the “2026 Practice Updates” section to access the videos. Note: Live monthly activations are available to any member of the Goddess Magic Mystery School Patreon community free and paid both!FREE class:forty week Intro to Goddess Studies class!Gift a Goddess Magic membership to a friend!Rituals of Returning for Midyear Reflection & IntegrationHappy July!Rooster call, cicada buzz, fly dance, wind rustle, spiderweb shimmer, ironweed in bloom. Wise weeds and wild ones, show me the holiness hidden in what I overlook. There is plenty right here, a cocoon for the metamorphosis of now.Inviting you to step into the Cauldron of Change in our Rituals of Returning video for July. This month is a gently powerful invitation into midyear reflection and integration—a sacred pause to let your experiences steep, so you can carry forward what truly nourishes you.Reminder: I do create monthly handbooks for members of our Goddess Magic Mystery School community and July's handbook is available here.Expanded post available here.Questions to consider:What from the first half of this year needs to be:Scooped out and released?Left to steep longer?More fully savored and integrated?What needs to be reconsidered, redefined, or re‑explored at this midpoint of the year?Where do you need spikier boundaries around your time, your days, and your energy?What needs to be lovingly cut away so you can choose transformation?Where are you being invited to savor the sweetness of your life more fully?How can you create sanctuary in your everyday life, right where you are?How can you create what you seek right now, in the middle of everything?What might become clear if you grant yourself a sacred pause this month to integrate, reflect, deepen, and steep?AffirmationsI tumble with the turning.I allow myself to choose and to change.I take my life to the cauldron and listen.I am on the lookout for the presence of wonder.I am awake to the miracle.I tend to the secret garden in my soul.I am at home in myself.I create a sanctuary in my everyday.I savor this sweet and wild life.A Blessing of BelongingWe close our weekly live community practice each week with our familiar blessing of belonging:Breathing in, we arrive in our bodies,breathing out we soften.We remember we belong to the earth and the sky,to ourselves and one another.May our small, steady flamesjoin countless othersin a great weaving of repair.Here, in the Cauldron of Change of summer, we remember: we do not change alone.We change in circles, in conversations, in the solidarity of knowing that other people, other places, are lighting their candles too, placing their own experiences into the cauldron, asking their own questions, and trusting that together, across distance and in all our imperfect humanity, we are part of a great weaving of repair.So as July unfurls, I invite you to steep in some practices/ideas that we've recently been exploring in circle:Let July be July.Let yourself be yourself.Release what is too heavy.Let what is still becoming have time to steep.Savor what is already sweet and true.And remember, every time you pause to remember you belong: you are a small, steady flame in a wide, wild, shimmering cauldron of change in which we can brew a new world to share. Our Inner Pace…My inner pace in Julymoves in resonancewith the languorous,liquid,luminous,lazy rhythm of desire,of longing,of curiosity and wonder. It is the pace of discovery,of creative renewaland energetic re-setand review,the pace of life's own unfolding,on its own time,in its own ways.Sending love to all of you.Keep living your magic, Molly, Mark, + Family This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit goddessmagic.substack.com/subscribe

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It's Created to Create week! Our episodes this week will focus on being made in God's image and what it means to be creative as a follower of Christ. Our contributors will reflect on some (or all!) of the following themes and readings: WHY we create: We are made in the image of God | Genesis 1:26-31, Ephesians 2:10 WHO we create for: Jesus as our light | John 12-20 HOW we create: With joyful hearts, praising Him | Acts 3:1-10 WHAT we create with: Gifts and talents from God | 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 WHEN we create: Inviting others to the story | Jeremiah 29:4-7, Matthew 28 Today's Reading: Psalms 31 and 35; Joshua 4:19–5:15 Romans 12:9–21; Matthew 26:17–25

It's Created to Create week! Our episodes this week will focus on being made in God's image and what it means to be creative as a follower of Christ. Our contributors will reflect on some (or all!) of the following themes and readings: WHY we create: We are made in the image of God | Genesis 1:26-31, Ephesians 2:10 WHO we create for: Jesus as our light | John 12-20 HOW we create: With joyful hearts, praising Him | Acts 3:1-10 WHAT we create with: Gifts and talents from God | 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 WHEN we create: Inviting others to the story | Jeremiah 29:4-7, Matthew 28 Today's Reading: Psalms 37:1–40; Joshua 3:14–4:7; Romans 12:1–8; Matthew 26:1–16

It's Created to Create week! Our episodes this week will focus on being made in God's image and what it means to be creative as a follower of Christ. Our contributors will reflect on some (or all!) of the following themes and readings: WHY we create: We are made in the image of God | Genesis 1:26-31, Ephesians 2:10 WHO we create for: Jesus as our light | John 12-20 HOW we create: With joyful hearts, praising Him | Acts 3:1-10 WHAT we create with: Gifts and talents from God | 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 WHEN we create: Inviting others to the story | Jeremiah 29:4-7, Matthew 28 Today's Reading: Psalm 38 and 119:25–48; Joshua 3:1–13; Romans 11:25–36; Matthew 25:31–46

It's Created to Create week! Our episodes this week will focus on being made in God's image and what it means to be creative as a follower of Christ. Our contributors will reflect on some (or all!) of the following themes and readings: WHY we create: We are made in the image of God | Genesis 1:26-31, Ephesians 2:10 WHO we create for: Jesus as our light | John 12-20 HOW we create: With joyful hearts, praising Him | Acts 3:1-10 WHAT we create with: Gifts and talents from God | 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 WHEN we create: Inviting others to the story | Jeremiah 29:4-7, Matthew 28 Today's Reading: Psalm 26, 28, 36, and 39; Joshua 2:15–24; Romans 11:13–24; Matthew 25:14–30

It's Created to Create week! Our episodes this week will focus on being made in God's image and what it means to be creative as a follower of Christ. Our contributors will reflect on some (or all!) of the following themes and readings: WHY we create: We are made in the image of God | Genesis 1:26-31, Ephesians 2:10 WHO we create for: Jesus as our light | John 12-20 HOW we create: With joyful hearts, praising Him | Acts 3:1-10 WHAT we create with: Gifts and talents from God | 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 WHEN we create: Inviting others to the story | Jeremiah 29:4-7, Matthew 28 Today's Reading: Psalms 25, 9, and 15; Joshua 2:1–14; Romans 11:1–12; Matthew 25:1–13

2026-07-12 - Isaiah 45:14-25 -"Inviting the Fugitives" by Imperial Berean

When Nidhi and Vik moved to Northern Ireland, they came up with an unusual way to make new friends - hosting dinner parties made up of strangers. Now the couple, originally from India, have connected with 60 people and counting. Vik says he wants to make the whole world his friends.Plus, the Iranian father helping his blind son experience the football World Cup. He uses a makeshift football pitch to mimic what's going on. Also, a listener tells us about their chance encounter with a teacher they hadn't seen for 12 years. We go to a picnic where the only thing on the menu is unlimited cake, and the payphone in Washington DC that tells jokes. Our weekly collection of inspiring, uplifting and happy news from around the world.Presenter: Holly Gibbs. Music composed by Iona Hampson(Photo: Nidhi and Vik preparing for their Masala Talkies. Credit: Your Pal Moments.)

How do we share our faith without fear? What does it actually mean to "speak the Gospel" in everyday life?In this final episode of our 1-2-3 Challenge series, Shane Welter and Vicar Dave Gallagher explore the last discipleship strategy: Go: Speak the Gospel.While loving our neighbors through acts of service is essential, Christians are also called to share the greatest gift they have ever received—the Good News of Jesus Christ. Faith comes by hearing, and God works through His Word to create and strengthen faith. Whether you're inviting a friend to church, sharing your testimony, praying for someone, or simply talking about the hope you have in Christ, every conversation can be an opportunity for God to work.Drawing from the 1-2-3 Challenge resource, Shane and Vicar Dave discuss practical First Steps, Next Steps, and Challenge Steps that help Christians grow in confidence as they speak the Gospel. The goal isn't having all the right answers—it's faithfully pointing people to Jesus.Topics include:• Why sharing the Gospel matters• Practical ways to begin faith conversations• Inviting others into the life of the Church• Sharing your testimony with humility and confidence• Praying for opportunities to speak about Jesus• Trusting God to work through His WordThis episode also marks the conclusion of our journey through the six areas of the 1-2-3 Challenge:Gather – In Worship • In Life TogetherGrow – In the Word • In Baptismal IdentityGo – Love Well • Speak the GospelA huge thank you to everyone who has already taken intentional steps of faith and shared them with us! Every marble added to the display is a visible reminder that God is at work through His people. Your willingness to share your journey has encouraged countless others to take their own next faithful step.If you've completed a step, don't keep it to yourself! We'd love to celebrate with you.Learn more about the 1-2-3 Challenge:https://www.stlukes-church.com/the-123-challengeShare the steps you've taken so we can celebrate together and add your marble:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewdKCn3HpPkUwboSspBf8IJc_isSnlhyn8RRtWiYs0mxjOWQ/viewform?pli=1Have a story of how Jesus has worked in your life? We'd love to hear it! One of the most powerful ways to encourage other Christians is by sharing your faith journey. Sign up to be a guest on the 2414 Podcast and tell the story of what God has done in your life:https://outlook.office.com/book/Ge29a5d453add4d478471a0c1bf208af9@stlukes-church.com/?ismsaljsauthenabledThank you for walking through the 1-2-3 Challenge with us. Wherever you are in your faith journey, keep gathering, keep growing, and keep going—trusting that God will continue His work in and through you.Don't forget to continue the conversation at home, in the car, at work, or anywhere you can find someone to talk to! Thanks for walking with us!Support the show

Is the Holy Spirit still actively working today? In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, The Raven sits down with Pastor Rick to discuss the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers, miraculous encounters, hearing God's voice, spiritual growth, and the importance of living a Spirit-led life.Pastor Rick, the pastor of both TopLobsta and The Raven, shares his incredible testimony, his journey into ministry, and why dependence on the Holy Spirit is essential for every Christian. The discussion also explores the fascinating biblical symbolism of the Crimson Worm (Tola), spiritual gifts, prayer, church culture, and practical ways believers can cultivate a deeper relationship with God.Topics discussed include:• Is the Holy Spirit still working today?• How can Christians hear God's voice?• The biblical mystery of the Crimson Worm• Spirit-led ministry and church life• Miraculous encounters and testimonies• Pastor Rick's personal testimony• Walking daily with the Holy Spirit• Spiritual gifts and discernment• Prayer, obedience, and faithWhether you're curious about the supernatural, seeking a deeper relationship with Jesus, or wondering how the Holy Spirit operates in the modern church, this episode is for you.Connect with Life Church AG:Website: https://www.lifechurchag.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LIFE-Church-Assembly-of-God-100064568204623/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LIFEChurchLiveFruitlandParkFLLIFE Church AG is located at 4001 Picciola Road, Fruitland Park, FL 34731.00:00 - Introduction & Meet Pastor Rick00:33 - Top and Raven introduce their pastor01:18 - The Crimson Worm discussion begins07:00 - Pastor Rick's ministry background and testimony15:45 - Challenges and realities of pastoral ministry26:30 - Why dependence on the Holy Spirit matters31:45 - Inviting the Holy Spirit into everyday life44:20 - Powerful stories of God's presence and guidance53:10 - Is inviting the Holy Spirit biblical?01:01:30 - The Holy Spirit's role inside and outside the church01:09:45 - Can Christians hear God's voice?01:16:30 - Understanding the Trinity and the Holy Spirit01:24:50 - Pastor Rick shares his calling into ministry01:31:45 - Missions, obedience, and following God's leading01:38:00 - Final thoughts on living a Spirit-led lifeMatt Hepner – The Standard Coffee:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/StraightBible Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rAgp1gB32gBCjFKkJSh7Y YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StraightBibleFL Instagram: @straightbibleWebsite: https://www.thestandardclcl.com/   Email: straightbiblefl@gmail.com TopLobsta:X: https://twitter.com/TopLobsta Instagram: https://instagram.com/TopLobsta Merch: https://TopLobsta.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NephilimDeathSquad X: https://twitter.com/NephilimDSquad Instagram: https://instagram.com/nephilimdeathsquad Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1AscxBNoH4/   Sponsors/Affiliates:Weld Protein Energy Drink: ​​Drink WeldLittle Palm Coconut Water: Little PalmMilk & Honey Coffee co: Milk & HoneyEllas Popcorn: ellaspopcorn.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nephilim-death-squad--6389018/support.☠️ Nephilim Death Squad — New episodes 5x/week.Join our Patreon for early access, bonus shows & the private Telegram hive.Subscribe on YouTube & Rumble, follow @NephilimDSquad on X/Instagram, grab merch at toplobsta.com. Questions/bookings: chroniclesnds@gmail.com — Stay dangerous.

Are you exhausted as a leader and stuck in a cycle of micromanagement? In this episode of The Coaching Hub, I explore why so many passionate, goal-oriented leaders slip into micromanagement, even when they know it leads to frustration, burnout, and disengagement. Drawing on personal experience and psychological research, I share how the need for control is often driven by a desire to ensure competence and “just get things done,” especially under pressure.Relying on micromanagement to close competence gaps backfires, crushing autonomy, trust, and engagement, and ultimately hurts performance. I'll share how to shift from control to a coaching mindset. Learn practical coaching strategies to empower your team: giving people space to make decisions, encouraging learning from mistakes, building psychological safety, and deeply listening with curiosity.Whether you're a business owner carrying all the responsibility, or any leader ready to break the control cycle, this episode will help you lead with less stress and far more impact.What's insideHow micromanagement comes from a desire for controlWhy taking a coaching approach helps solve micromanagementHow micromanagement often masks underlying skill or competence gapsExcessive control leads to a higher risk of burnout for leadersWhy leaders should outsource decisions where possible and focus only on choices that truly need their input.Modelling vulnerability and a willingness to learn from errors fosters a healthy, growth-oriented cultureSimple habits like allowing space between meetings and not answering emails instantly set the tone for autonomy.Key topics covered00:00 Intro: Stop Micromanaging, try coaching instead00:04 Micromanagement can be solved with coaching01:18 Business owners experience a unique layer of control and responsibility, increasing the temptation to micromanage01:54 Deci and Ryan's model: People need autonomy, relatedness, and competence to thrive02:31 Micromanagement decreases autonomy and engagement in teams 05:13 Chronic micromanagement raises stress hormones06:41 Modelling vulnerability encourages psychological safety and growth09:33 Inviting your team's input builds a more effective, empowered team.About Ruth Kudzi:Ruth is the founder of Optimus Coaching Academy and a well-respected and successful coach, speaker and author who has worked across sectors including leadership, career and more recently business and mindset. She has over 10,000 coaching hours and has completed hundreds of hours of training and coaching supervision. Ruth is an MCC-level coach with the ICF and is our course director and CEO. Prior to becoming a coach, Ruth was a senior leader in education. Find out more here: https://ruthkudzi.com/ Book:How to Feel Better: 4 Steps to Self-Coach Your Way to a Happier More Authentic You eBook : Kudzi, Ruth: Amazon.co.uk: Books Connect with Ruth: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RuthKudzi Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ruthkudzi2/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthkudzi/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthkudzi/ Podcast: https://podfollow.com/the-coaching-hub-podcast About Optimus Coach Academy:Optimus offers best in class coaching training for individuals and corporates. If you want to know more about what we offer: https://optimuscoachacademy.com/coach-training We also offer business support as standard at Optimus, find out more here: https://www.optimuscoachacademy.com/ Connect with Optimus Coach Academy: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Optimuscoachacademy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimuscoachacademy/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/optimuscoachacademy Produced by Winter Audio.

"...that which is a hindrance is made a furtherance to an act; and that which is an obstacle on the road helps us on this road..."This week, I am reading a quote from Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, written around 171 AD.Reflection question:As we are facing scrutiny, is our posture one of defensiveness or invitation and curiosity?Reflection on quote:When we are at the beginning of a capital campaign, it is like standing at the base of a mountain where the trail is obscured from view by the undergrowth of the forest. It is a step of faith to stride ahead from the trailhead, but that is just the first step for a journey in building trust that is both exhilarating and challenging as we make our way to the mountain top.   Similarly, in capital campaigns, as leaders, our role is to lead both our organization and the community along the trail that begins obscured. This journey requires honesty, clarity, openness, and curiosity in our leadership. So, this month, we are starting a series on leading with integrity.  The first principle is to be curious when faced with scrutiny. When the trail is obscured from view, it is a natural human reaction to wonder if we are going the right way. In the same way, those within our organization, our current donors, and the community will all wonder if the capital campaign is the right path for the organization. Our vision for the project, the work to accomplish the vision, and the project itself will be scrutinized.    We can either become defensive and see the scrutiny as hindrance and obstacle.  Or, we can lead with curiosity and invite the scrutiny to help us be successful in the capital campaign.  We can be curious to use the scrutiny to improve our planning.  And, we can be curious to understand the motivations behind the scrutiny.  Often, those who are scrutinizing the project when invited with curiosity to share their concerns and ask their questions will become the greatest advocates and allies to the capital campaign in our small towns.This work has entered the public domain.What do you think? Send me a text. To explore small town capital campaign coaching deeper and to schedule an free explore coaching call, visit ServingNonprofits.com.Music credit: Woeisuhmebop

Bill Horan talks with Matthew Abrams, author of INVITING GENIUS.  Matthew will discuss what beliefs created our story, how leaders can recognize and change their self limiting beliefs, what are the top 10 leadership traits and why it is important to align our own beliefs with the life story we want to create.

In this episode of Don't Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman study 2 Kings 16–25, following the final years of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah. As one kingdom falls and another struggles to survive, these chapters reveal that the greatest danger was never the nations surrounding them, but the slow drift of hearts turning away from God. Even in seasons of decline, the Lord continued to invite His people to return, reminding us that repentance is always an invitation to come home. Through the faithful examples of Hezekiah and Josiah, we see what it looks like to seek God with a whole heart. They opened the doors of the temple, restored true worship, gathered the people, rediscovered the scriptures, and removed anything that drew hearts away from the Lord. Their stories remind us that spiritual renewal often begins with small, intentional choices to place God first, trust His voice, and create room for His presence in our lives. This episode also explores the voices we choose to listen to. While the enemy filled God's people with fear, doubt, and discouragement, the scriptures continually pointed them back to truth, hope, and covenant promises. Whether through worship, scripture study, generosity, or quiet acts of repentance, every step toward God helped retune hearts that had slowly drifted out of harmony. The Lord never stopped inviting His people to return, no matter how far they had wandered. Although these chapters record the fall of kingdoms and the sorrow of exile, they end with a quiet reminder that God is never finished with His people. Even after loss and captivity, He continued preparing the way for restoration. The same promise is true today. No matter where our story has taken us, the Lord continues to call us back, restore what has been broken, and remind us that with Him, our story is never over. Chapters: 00:00 INTRO 05:36 Kings vs Chronicles narratives 08:45 King Ahaz adopts foreign altar design 12:27 Life's guitar strings and faith 16:30 Reflecting on Personal Accountability 17:45 Relying on faith in hard times 20:30 Repetitive cycles in human life 25:35 Repairing Doors and Hearts 29:32 Embracing sudden change through faith 32:11 Discussing Passover timing changes 34:00 Embracing joyful persistence 38:45 Singing enthusiastically in church 41:21 Hezekiah's faith and success 44:20 Inviting everyone to the covenant 48:37 Using scripture to guide life 51:23 Destroying the old altar 54:31 Jacob Becomes Israel 57:08 Reflecting on Faith and Priorities 59:28 Jehoiakin's partial restoration Sign up for the Don't Miss This newsletter at www.dontmissthisstudy.com #dontmissthis #comefollowme NEWSLETTER LINK: The Don't Miss This video, the prayer poster, and tip-ins for kids, teens, couples and individuals can all be found in this week's newsletter. Sign-up link in bio if you haven't had a chance yet!! www.dontmissthisstudy.com Instagram: @dontmissthisstudy Podcast: Don't Miss This Study Facebook: Don't Miss This Study Follow Grace Instagram @thisweeksgrace Follow David Instagram: @mrdavebutler Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrdavebutler/ Subscribe to the Don't Miss This App https://www.dontmissthisstudy.com/app

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What if summer is more than just a break in routine—what if it's an invitation from God to slow down, reconnect, and renew your faith? Bishop Kenney joins us to reflect on the spiritual gifts of rest and creation during this season. Then, Mike and Krysten Fulcher share how one invitation changed their family's faith journey and sparked a deeper sense of community and belonging.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ 

Cool Water and K.I.S.S. Evangelism Pastor Mark Havel Matthew 10:40-42[Jesus said,] “Whoever welcomes you welcomes me and whoever welcomes me welcomes the one who sent me. Whoever welcomes a prophet in the name of a prophet shall receive a prophet's reward. Whoever welcomes a righteous person in the name of a righteous person shall receive the reward of the righteous. And whoever gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones – truly I tell you, none of these will lose their reward.” I always feel like we need to put this bit of Matthew's Gospel into some context, just in case you haven't been here for the last few weeks to here what Jesus has been up to.Up to this point in the 10th Chapter of Matthew's Gospel, Jesus has basically been laying out a job description for his disciples. And a lot of what they can expect isn't pretty, to be honest. If you were here, you remember there was all of that stuff about not bringing peace, but a sword and about families being separated, one from another, because of their affinity for, or their call to follow Jesus. There were even some warnings about arrest, persecution, and death, too.So it doesn't sound like such a great gig, being one of those first disciples: Hitting the streets with the Word of God. Knocking on doors to share the Good News of the Kingdom. Preaching the Gospel. Healing the sick. Inviting themselves into the hearts and lives and homes of people … welcoming strangers into The Way of following Jesus, who may or may not want anything at all to do with what they were selling.Which is where we end up today … at the end of this ministry plan … where it seems Jesus tries to wrap it all up on a high note, with some encouragement, some hope, some promised – if unidentified – “rewards” for doing this work, for accepting this mission, for living this life. Rewards for the disciples who welcome others into the fold AND rewards for those who welcome them as they do his bidding.A Facebook friend of mine, someone I knew in junior high and high school, posted a picture on social media this week and it made me laugh. It was a hot pink Post-It -note – handed to her by her UBER driver – that said, “God has something special for you. God bless you always. Smile, God loves you. (Smiley Face) Happy day!!!”My friend's response, via Facebook, was “OMG I'm in hell. I mean, Indiana.”It might help to know that my friend and I knew each other when we lived in the suburbs of Detroit, again when we were in Junior High and High School. She's lived most of her adult life in California, as far as I can tell – San Francisco and Oakland. She's always been an artist – drawing and painting – and she travels the world lecturing on things like Artificial Intelligence in the world of computers and technology that is utterly beyond me. (She does things in virtual reality like designing holograms and robots, for crying out loud.) She's always been a free-spirit, a deep thinker, and a non-conformist, yada, yada, yada.Which is why, I imagine, being back in the Midwest – and in “ruby red” Indiana, in particular – where presumptuous prayerful Post-It Notes that promise God's blessings and proclaim God's love to perfect strangers might as well be Mars – or feel like Hell – depending on your religious inclinations and if you're a cynical skeptic, like my friend. Which is why her reaction made me laugh. See, she's reached out to me via social media over the years – knowing I'm a Pastor – to say how disillusioned she's become with Christianity and the Church. She didn't get into specifics, but I have a hunch she means the politics of the “Evangelical Religious Right” and their treatment of women, LGBTQ+ people, and immigrants, among other things. I can laugh at her reaction to that uninvited, presumptuous Post-It Note, because I don't blame her one bit for her skeptical cynicism – based on all of that.My friend's experience alongside Jesus' marching orders for his disciples this morning about welcoming and being welcomed by others made me think there might be something to “knowing your audience” and “checking your motivation” when it comes to sharing grace and good news with people out there in the world.Too many Christians can be relentless about their evangelism, either because they really do love their neighbor, because they think it's on them to convert and save the souls of their neighbors, or both. Which is to say their efforts may be as well-intended as they are misguided, if you ask me. Because the fact is not everyone believes in or wants to be blessed by a God – or told to smile because of a God – they don't believe in – or that is different from the God they do believe in. And to be told such a thing by a stranger is presumptuous and cringey – if not offensive – to many people, like it or not. The audacity of it negates or dismisses or fails to care about the recipient's own faith – or lack of faith – with any measure of respect. It's akin to demanding we put the 10 Commandments into public school classrooms or making Bible stories part of public school curriculum. It's like wishing “Merry Christmas” to your Jewish neighbor or “Happy Hanukkah” to your Muslim co-worker.I think the simple explanation for all of this is that too many Christians take for granted our privileged place in our culture. And we forget that Jesus was living in a culture very different from ours – where he and his followers WERE NOT practicing a faith that was privileged or popular in their neck of the woods. And I think Jesus is saying, today, that we can welcome others more kindly, more faithfully, more graciously, more humbly, more simply, and more practically even, because of that. It's why he calls us to start with nothing more and nothing less than a cup of cold water.Jesus uses this image and example of cool water, because it's something with which his poor, peasant disciples – living on the road in the dust and the heat of Galilee – could relate. Water was a precious commodity in those days, and in that region, whether it was used for cooking or washing or to quench your thirst. Everyone needed it, wanted it and could find a use for it – no matter how much or how little of it you had to offer.It's why I think Jesus might be saying, “keep it simple stupid.” Sharing a cup of water is a simple way of encouraging his people to meet the needs of those in need; to meet people where they are; to graciously offer something practical and holy and to let the Holy Spirit of God's grace do the rest.So what constitutes a proverbial cup of cold water in our lives? What is it that you could share? What is it that others around you need? What is it – large or small – that could make a difference for someone in your circle? How can you … how can I … how might we … go about offering up these cold cups of water in welcoming ways that matter?Maybe it's handing over some cash, a gift card, or a bottle of cold water to the next beggar you pass on the street…Maybe it's sharing food by way of our food pantry that doesn't ascribe to all the rules, road blocks, and requirements that some food ministries demand…Maybe it's opening your church up to kids who could use a little more time and practice their English or their reading during summer break…Maybe, it's free “Mom Hugs” at a Pride festival for a kid whose own parents refuse to let them back in the house, now that they're out of the closet…Maybe it's mowing your elderly neighbor's lawn … maybe it's paying for some other kids' school supplies in your own child's classroom … maybe it's a more generous tip for the server at your favorite restaurant… maybe it's giving blood in the parking lot at Church on Sunday morning.I think it's doing any of the above – and whatever else moves you – quietly, compassionately, humbly, and trusting God's grace to do whatever God's grace will do with it. And I think this, because my Facebook friend from high school, the one who was scandalized by the pink Post-It Note from her Indiana Uber driver – despite her disdain and disillusionment with Christians and the Church these days – has also acknowledged, and found hope, in some of what she's seen me post and preach online – and in some of what she's noticed we have going on around here. She's told me it's given her a different kind of perspective about the way Christians and the Church can be – in and for the sake of the world. When we get it right, we really do do it with no questions asked, no requirements, no obligations, no pressure, and no strings attached – and people notice and are moved by that.There are cold cups of water in every one of our lives waiting to be shared with thirsty people all around us who are thirsty for something the world can't give. May we learn to discern what that looks like and how we might share it generously … with humility and faith … until hearts and lives are changed for the better and until the rewards of the kingdom are poured out for all people, and for the sake of the world.Amen

Before You Fast: 10 Ways to Experience Breakthrough with God What if your breakthrough is waiting on the other side of wholehearted prayer and fasting? In this episode, Rob prepares listeners for the upcoming 72-Hour Fast for Revival by sharing practical, biblical guidance on how to make the experience meaningful. Whether you've fasted many times or have never skipped a meal for spiritual reasons, this episode will help you approach God with faith, humility, and expectation. Rob explains why repentance always comes before revival, how to prepare your heart, practical tips for fasting safely, and why God promises to reward those who earnestly seek Him. This isn't simply about going without food. It's about drawing closer to God. In this episode you'll discover: • Why revival begins with repentance • How confession prepares your heart for prayer • Choosing the right type of fast • Why fasting should remain between you and God • Practical tips for staying healthy during a fast • Turning hunger into prayer • Creating a focused prayer list • Believing God for impossible breakthroughs • Inviting others into the Fast for Revival • Why God rewards those who earnestly seek Him Key Scriptures: Matthew 18:18–20 James 5:16 Psalm 66:18 Matthew 6:16–18 Jeremiah 32:27 Joel 2 Hebrews 11:6 Join believers around the world for the Fast for Revival:

With his chonmage (topknot) wig and samurai armour costume, Hirokazu Tsunoda - aka Tsun-san - is one of Japanese football's most recognisable supporters. Tsun-san has been leading charity initiative to invite children from disaster-stricken areas to the World Cup and the Olympics for 12 years. This year, seven children from the Noto region, which suffered extensive damage in the earthquake two and a half years ago, watched Japan-Netherlands match, participated in various activities. However there have been critiques that this charity initiative—which involves taking children to the World Cup—is extravagant, unnecessary, and unfair as it only benefits a selected few. Why does Tsun-san keep inviting children to the World Cup? - サッカー日本代表の名物サポーター、ちょんまげ隊長ツンさんとして知られる角田寛和（つのだ・ひろかず）さん。2014年のブラジル大会から、日本の被災地の子どもたちをワールドカップに招待する活動を続けています。「ぜいたくだ」「不公平だ」との批判もあるなか、なぜこの活動を続けているのでしょうか。Stream all 104 matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ live and free on SBS On Demand, with full replays, mini matches and highlights available throughout the tournament.  - FIFA World Cup 2026™ の全104試合を SBS On Demandでライブ・無料で視聴しましょう。大会を通じて、フルリプレイ、ミニマッチ、ハイライトも配信されます。

In this episode, Jocelyn talks with Cynthia Lee Wong about how she incorporates visuals and animations into her music as a way to invite audiences in.    Companion playlists: Youtube, Spotify   Support us: Buy Me a Coffee  Follow us: @composelikeagirl on Instagram and Facebook Learn more: Compose Like a Girl   Episode Transcript Performers on "Moon" from Six Gupta Songs: Ashley Stone, mezzo-soprano Christina Wright-Ivanova, piano Relevant Links:   Cynthia's Website Cynthia's Youtube Carnival Fever In the Blink of An Eye composed for ROCO Chamber Orchestra  Fates and Furies Piano Quartet inspired by Edgar Allan Poe's story “Ligeia” Six Gupta Songs   Juilliard Journal  League of Composers/ISCM Milton Babbitt David Del Tredici Samuel Adler  New England Conservatory Preparatory Division    Python coding Blender (3D animation program) Apple Motion  Stable Diffusion (AI image generator)   Jocelyn's The Notebooks of Leonardo Da Vinci and filmmaker Isaac Gale 

 Give Nutrition Advice Without Making Patients Feel Punished Have you ever asked, “Do you have any other questions?” at the end of a visit and immediately regretted it?Same.Because of course they have more questions. Important questions. Questions that probably should have been asked 15 minutes ago, except now you're already behind, the next patient is waiting, and you're trying to be compassionate without completely derailing the visit.In this episode, I'm talking with Maya Feller, MS, RD, CDN, registered dietitian, author of Eating From Our Roots, and founder of Maya Feller Nutrition, about the art of inviting patients into treatment instead of simply telling them what to do.We talk about cultural humility, implicit bias, why foods like rice, tortillas, noodles, plantains, and traditional starches get unfairly blamed for chronic disease, and how clinicians can help patients improve blood sugar, blood pressure, and lipids without stripping away the foods that feel like home. Maya also shares a brilliant framework for setting the agenda with patients, asking permission, and keeping the visit patient-centered without losing control of the clock. In this episode, you'll learn: Why “healthy” food is often viewed through an Anglo-American lens, and how that can unintentionally shame patients' cultural foods  How to be curious before corrective when talking about nutrition, weight, chronic disease, and food traditions  How to use the plate method more flexibly What to say when patients want to improve blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol, or inflammation without giving up familiar foods  Why frozen meals, canned foods, jarred foods, dried beans, frozen vegetables, and center-aisle foods absolutely belong in realistic nutrition counseling  How to help patients reduce added sugar without making it feel like punishment  Maya's strategy for “sugar interactions” and helping patients create a beginning, middle, and end around sweets  How to start the visit by asking what is on the patient's mind, while still addressing your clinical priorities Resources Mentioned:Episode 146: When Culture is Erased from GuidelinesConnect with MayaAny Questions? Send Me a MessageSupport the showConnect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for my FREE Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics delivered to your inbox each week.Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer. 

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) We are nothing but Earth inlcuding all its elements, not separete from her/them, Inviting to honor, revere it, seeing clearly the interdependence. Inviting to shift from seeing Earth as a resource to recognizing it as our creator, sustainer, healer, and home. By remembering that we are not separate from the living world—but an expression of it—we cultivate humility, gratitude, ethical responsibility, joy arises from a deeper sense of belonging, inspiring both inner transformation and compassionate care for all life.

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) We are nothing but Earth inlcuding all its elements, not separete from her/them, Inviting to honor, revere it, seeing clearly the interdependence. Inviting to shift from seeing Earth as a resource to recognizing it as our creator, sustainer, healer, and home. By remembering that we are not separate from the living world—but an expression of it—we cultivate humility, gratitude, ethical responsibility, joy arises from a deeper sense of belonging, inspiring both inner transformation and compassionate care for all life.

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) We are nothing but Earth inlcuding all its elements, not separete from her/them, Inviting to honor, revere it, seeing clearly the interdependence. Inviting to shift from seeing Earth as a resource to recognizing it as our creator, sustainer, healer, and home. By remembering that we are not separate from the living world—but an expression of it—we cultivate humility, gratitude, ethical responsibility, joy arises from a deeper sense of belonging, inspiring both inner transformation and compassionate care for all life.

Happy Monday everyone! Today's episode is all about boundaries, communication, and navigating difficult conversations before saying "I do." In our first story, our writer is struggling with a wedding guest dilemma after her fiancé expressed interest in inviting a longtime friend—the same person who bullied her throughout high school. The problem? She doesn't think she's ever fully told her fiancé how deeply those experiences affected her. Now she needs help figuring out how to set boundaries, explain why this invitation is so upsetting, and have an honest conversation with the person she's about to marry. Thanks to our Sponsors: To get personalized, affordable care that gets you Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://forhers.com/ADVICE⁠⁠ Download Hily Dating App from the App Store or Google Play, or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://hily.go.link/yDhNz⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast on Insta: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceInsta⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceTikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Ashley: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashnichole/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Taryne: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tarynerenee/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Become a premium subscriber today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/UAPodcastSupercast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To watch our podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UAPodcastYouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To send us your questions/stories, email us at: AdviceUnsolicitedPod@gmail.com To check out our UA MERCH: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unsolicitedadvice.shop/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Cancer season and Inviting Shadow just got combined because "less is more" is pretty much the whole theme of this year anyway. In the episode Emily and Andrea map the entire back half of 2026, Cancer season all the way through winter solstice, in one sitting. Fair warning, this is a long one. Take it in pieces if you need to. Bookmark it. Come back to it every month like a lot of our listeners already do, but here's why you can't skip it! On July 3rd and 4th, Mars meets Uranus in Gemini for the first time since the 1940s. The last time these two collided in this sign, it was six days before the atomic bomb was dropped. The time before that, it was the literal day the first shots of the Civil War were fired. The time before that, it was the day the Continental Congress moved to declare independence from Britain. Emily spent two days trying to write about this one because it's loud and explosive energy. Layered right on top of it is something called Barbault's Basket, a rare alignment between Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. The French astrologer Andre Barbault, who predicted the 2020 pandemic, the 2008 financial crash, and the fall of the Soviet Union, thought this basket configuration was a turning point for humanity. It's forming now. Emily walks through exactly what it means and why she's choosing hope over fear on this one. And that's just July. From there, the seasons unfold like a epic 3 part movie. August asks you to grieve amidst eclipses and September encourages you to sit on your throne of divine sovereignty. Things get tricky when October sharpens your tongue and boundary work. Clarity is kindness, even when it's a little brutal. November pulls the community back in around you, right when you need it most. December finally, finally lets you breathe, no retrogrades over the holidays for the first time in what feels like forever. Andrea pulled tarot for every single month and Emily mapped every major astrological transit. Together they bring you the most comprehensive look at the last half of 2026. If you only listen to one Cosmic Energy Report this year, make it this one. You're going to want the full picture before July hits! In This Episode: 0:00 – Welcome & Gemini Season Recap 10:00 – Cancer Season: Themes & Meaning 11:38 – Cancer Season Tarot Cards  26:38 – July Astrology 40:38 – Barbault's Basket: The Rare Outer Planet Configuration 51:13 – August and Eclipses 59:06 – September Emotions 1:15:54 – October Retrogrades 1:28:12 – November  1:34:41 – December 1:51:19 – Closing Thoughts & Resources   Connect with Andrea Newsletter: https://www.andreamccallumservices.com/newsletter-signup Direct to Bookings: https://www.andreamccallumservices.com/sessions Website: https://www.andreamccallumservices.com/ Instagram: @concreteandcrystals @andreamccallum.art

Kelly Wells and Nate Lindberg discuss Nattie vs. Jaida Parker, Vice & Grey vs. Zaria & Jordan, Naraku inviting Tony D'Angelo to a meeting, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

International collaboration expert Qahir Dhanani makes the case for rebuilding public trust in broken institutions by embracing small, focused coalitions that can move faster and act bolder — offering a hopeful, practical vision for updating diplomacy to meet the world's toughest challenges. Then, Modupe shares why it's useful to identify "coalitions of the willing,” in your own workplace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Money isn't just about numbers; it's about energy and connection. When we treat it like a partner, we unlock a powerful relationship. Today, I want to discuss money from a more practical perspective than I usually do.    You've heard me talk about the energy of money before, and how important it is to build a relationship with it. However, there are also practical aspects to consider like the physical numbers on paper that matter just as much. In this episode I want to explain the combination of energetic and practical sides of money management, focusing on actionable strategies that can enhance your relationship with finances. This isn't just about tracking income and expenses; it's about shifting your perspective.     Regularly checking in with your finances can feel daunting but think of it as a sacred practice. Invite money to sit with you and ask it what it wants you to know.      Instead of viewing your bank statement as a report card, see it as a reflection of your service and love.    This is what I'm talking about:     - Creating a loving, honest relationship with your finances    - Inviting money into your space as your partner, instead of a source of stress    - Using tools and rituals to make financial management sacred and powerful    - Financial self-care for wealth building   - Aligning money management with feminine energy    This is your time to connect with your finances in a nurturing way. It'll make your money conversations less scary and more empowering.   Subscribe now so you'll never miss an episode and leave us a review! It really helps us know which content resonates with you the most.    Join our Feminine Business Magic Facebook Group (https://tinyurl.com/ygdkw7ce)  with your host, Julie Foucht. This is a community of women dedicated to connecting, supporting, and celebrating each other in growing businesses that honor their Divine Feminine while filling their bank accounts abundantly.    Resources mentioned:  Take the Witchpreneur Quiz and discover which Feminine Magic is your Key to Financial Success. (https://bit.ly/witchpreneur-quiz)    Purchase Love-Based Feminine Marketing (https://tinyurl.com/ydmzb6qz)        Penelope Jane Smith - Financial Freedom 101: https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/scholarship/jf07/    Wealthy Witch Way Membership: https://juliefoucht.com/wealthywitchway/           **Connect with Julie Foucht via Facebook (https://tinyurl.com/yeb82uuj) or email at https://juliefoucht.com/** 

Wealth advisor Rick Kahler says AI, family advice, and overheard conversations can muddy your financial picture. Here's how to sort through all the advice to your financial advantage.

Summary Authentic leadership is about leading from your strengths rather than changing who you are to meet others’ expectations. In this episode of The Leadership Habit Podcast, executive coach Dale Wilsher explains the leadership double bind, explores how workplace bias shapes perceptions of leadership, and shares practical strategies for balancing warmth and competence to build greater influence, executive presence, and leadership effectiveness. Many leaders spend years trying to become the person they believe they need to be in order to succeed. They speak differently, hold back ideas, soften their opinions, or adopt leadership styles that feel unnatural. Often, these changes stem from feedback, workplace expectations, or assumptions about what leadership should look like. The challenge is that when leaders focus too heavily on fitting a mold, they can lose sight of the qualities that make them effective in the first place. In the latest episode of The Leadership Habit Podcast, host Jenn DeWall sits down with Dale Wilsher to discuss authentic leadership, executive presence, workplace bias, and the “leadership double bind”. Their conversation offers valuable insights for leaders who want to increase their influence without sacrificing who they are. Meet Dale Wilsher, Executive Life and Leadership Coach Dale Wilsher is an executive life and leadership coach, keynote speaker, and founder of Your Authentic Personality. For more than a decade, she has helped professionals better understand themselves, build confidence, and lead with greater authenticity. She is also the author of an award-winning book on personality and human potential and is currently writing a new book focused on identity, self-awareness, and leadership. Through coaching, speaking, and leadership development programs, Wilsher helps individuals align who they are with how they lead so they can maximize their potential without compromising their authentic strengths. What Is the Leadership Double Bind? One of the central topics discussed in the episode is the leadership double bind. The double bind refers to a no-win situation in which leaders face competing expectations. Wilsher explains that women, in particular, often experience a tension between being perceived as competent and as likable. Leaders may be viewed as too soft or too tough, too collaborative or too direct, but rarely “just right.” While the double bind is most commonly discussed in the context of women in leadership, the broader lesson applies to leaders of all backgrounds. Many professionals feel pressure to suppress parts of their personality in order to align with traditional expectations of leadership. According to research discussed during the episode, the most influential leaders demonstrate both warmth and strength. In other words, people must be able to answer “yes” to two critical questions: Do you care about me? Can you deliver results? Leaders who consistently communicate both are often viewed as more effective, trustworthy, and influential. Why Authentic Leadership Matters A powerful theme throughout the conversation is that authentic leadership is not about becoming someone else. Too often, leaders receive feedback focused on their personality rather than their performance. Wilsher notes that this type of feedback can cause people to question who they are instead of helping them improve what they do. As a result, many leaders begin to modify or hide their natural tendencies in an effort to meet expectations. The problem is that authentic strengths and perceived weaknesses are often connected. A leader who is highly direct may also be exceptionally decisive. A leader who is highly relational may also excel at collaboration and inclusion. When leaders try to eliminate traits that others criticize, they often diminish the strengths associated with those traits as well. Authentic leadership starts with understanding your natural tendencies and learning how to expand your effectiveness without abandoning your strengths. Stop Subtracting Yourself Perhaps the most memorable lesson from the episode is Wilsher’s advice to leaders: Don’t subtract yourself. When leaders receive critical feedback, their instinct is often to become less visible, less outspoken, or less themselves. They begin removing parts of their personality to avoid criticism. Wilsher encourages leaders to take a different approach. Instead of subtracting, add. Rather than suppressing your strengths, identify complementary behaviors that help others experience your leadership more effectively. A direct leader may need to add empathy. A highly collaborative leader may need to add decisiveness. A relationship-focused leader may need to communicate recommendations with greater confidence. The goal is not to become a different person. The goal is to become a more complete leader. Balancing Warmth and Competence The discussion also offers practical strategies for strengthening leadership presence. Leaders who naturally prioritize relationships can benefit from demonstrating greater confidence and authority through concise communication, clear recommendations, and stronger ownership of accomplishments. Small changes in language can significantly influence how others perceive leadership presence. One of Wilsher’s most practical pieces of advice focuses on how leaders communicate expertise and confidence. Many professionals unintentionally weaken their authority by using minimizing language such as “Does that make sense?” or by downplaying their recommendations. Instead, leaders can communicate with greater confidence while remaining approachable. As Wilsher explains: “There are stronger ways to check in with people than giving away too much of your authority or power when you lead with data; I say you can speak softly as long as you carry a big statistic.” The lesson is simple but powerful: leadership presence does not require being the loudest person in the room. Leaders can build influence by supporting their recommendations with facts, evidence, and clear reasoning, and by communicating with confidence and clarity. Meanwhile, leaders who naturally prioritize tasks and results can strengthen their influence by intentionally demonstrating warmth. Inviting collaboration, expressing gratitude, seeking input, and communicating care for others can help build trust and engagement without sacrificing accountability. Neither approach is inherently better. The most effective leaders understand their natural strengths and intentionally develop complementary skills that help them connect with a broader range of people and situations. Authentic Leadership Strengthens Teams Authentic leadership benefits more than the individual leader. Organizations perform best when they embrace diverse leadership styles rather than expecting everyone to lead the same way. Teams gain stronger perspectives, greater innovation, and better decision-making when leaders bring different strengths to the table. As Wilsher points out, individuals should not be expected to be all things to all people. That is the role of the team. When leaders understand and value different leadership styles, they create environments where people can contribute their unique strengths while still working toward shared goals. The result is a more engaged, adaptable, and high-performing organization. Where to Find More From Dale Wilsher To learn more about Dale Wilsher’s work on authentic leadership, personality, executive presence, and leadership development, visit her website, YourAuthenticPersonality.com. You can also connect with Dale on LinkedIn, where she regularly shares insights on self-awareness, confidence, and helping leaders align who they are with how they lead. Her coaching, speaking engagements, and leadership programs provide practical tools for professionals who want to maximize their influence without sacrificing authenticity. Authentic Leadership Is About Expansion, Not Reinvention Leadership is not about fitting someone else’s definition of success. It is about understanding your strengths, recognizing your blind spots, and developing the skills needed to lead more effectively. The strongest leaders do not succeed because they have eliminated every weakness. They succeed because they have learned how to build on their strengths while adding the capabilities needed to connect with others. Dale Wilsher’s message is a powerful reminder that effective leadership is not about shrinking yourself to meet someone else’s expectations. It’s about becoming more intentional, more self-aware, and more capable while remaining true to who you are. At Crestcom, we believe leadership development should help leaders become more effective versions of themselves—not force them into a one-size-fits-all leadership model. Through live-facilitated learning, coaching, accountability, and real-world application, Crestcom helps leaders develop the self-awareness, communication skills, and confidence needed to lead authentically and deliver meaningful results. If you’d like to explore how leadership development can help your organization build stronger, more effective leaders, consider scheduling a complimentary Leadership Skills Workshop to experience Crestcom’s approach firsthand. The post Stop Subtracting Yourself to Fit In! Authentic Leadership with Dale Wilsher appeared first on Crestcom International.

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Welcome to The Cashflow Project! In this episode, the conversation centers on scaling cash flow and business success with Dr. Jon Randall, founder of Extraordinary Financial Advisors (XFA). Drawing from over 25 years of experience, Dr. Randall discusses how to overcome growth constraints, avoid distractions like shiny object syndrome, and optimize business foundations for lasting profitability. The discussion highlights strategies for leveraging strengths, building teams, and investing smartly—whether within your own business or through avenues like real estate and private equity. Listeners will get practical tips on learning from failure, the importance of community and coaching, and actionable steps for accelerating financial growth. [00:00] Guest's career backstory [03:07] Starting a consulting business [08:30] Avoiding the shiny object syndrome [11:13] Struggles of growing a business [13:07] Private equity in financial advising [15:53] Decades in financial advising [20:52] Leveraging big city market trends [23:47] Entrepreneurial growth constraints discussion [25:41] Focusing on business fundamentals [29:38] Impressed by Chicago skyscraper construction [32:49] Importance of networking and community [35:14] Coach K on Michael Jordan [39:51] Reflecting on moving from New York [43:17] Inviting to investor meetup Connect with Jon Randall! Website LinkedIn Instagram Connect with The Cashflow Project! Website LinkedIn YouTube Facebook Instagram

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Starting a nonprofit can feel inspiring until the paperwork, confusion, and red tape slow everything down. In this episode, Rachel Gogos sits down with Christian LeFer, founder and CEO of Instant Nonprofit, to talk about how mission-driven founders can move from idea to 501(c)(3) without getting buried in complexity. Christian has helped thousands of changemakers launch and grow nonprofit organizations by removing the legal, administrative, and operational barriers that often keep great ideas from moving forward. In this conversation, he shares how simplicity creates momentum, why fundraising is really about inviting people into a bigger mission, and how automation, AI, and authentic human connection can help nonprofits scale with more ease and impact. Why Simplicity Creates Momentum Christian's early experience in fundraising changed the way he viewed nonprofit work. He stopped seeing fundraising as "asking for money" and started seeing it as an invitation for people to be part of something meaningful. That perspective shaped Instant Nonprofit. Instead of making founders navigate complexity on their own, Christian built a process designed to remove friction and make starting a nonprofit feel more approachable. He also shares an important lesson from an early software failure: technology alone doesn't solve the problem. The process has to work first. By simplifying the customer experience before layering in automation, Instant Nonprofit was able to scale while still delivering personalized support. Building Human-Centered Brands in the Age of AI As AI and automation continue to reshape business, Christian believes authenticity will become even more valuable. Rachel and Christian talk about why people want real stories, transparency, and human connection from the organizations they support. They also explore how team members can build trust by showing personality, sharing experiences, and genuinely caring about the customer experience. The episode also looks at the future of philanthropy, including the growing number of entrepreneurs and families using nonprofits and foundations to connect financial success with legacy, purpose, and long-term impact. Enjoy this episode with Christian LeFer… Soundbytes 04:58–05:23 "Once I flipped around that way I looked at fundraising and that way I looked at what was that exchange for something, I wasn't selling them a product. I was just giving them a good feeling. But, the good feeling is actually — to recall the old MasterCard commercial — the good feeling is what's priceless, right? Inviting someone to feel like they have a bigger part of life by giving them an opportunity to do something they can't do." 21:39–21:46 "People just want a real experience, and they want to deal with real people. They don't want to buy from companies. They want to buy from people." Quotes "You're really inviting people to a bigger life. You're adding to their life; you're not taking away." "What automation allows us to do is allow our humans to be most human." "Anything short of somebody snapping their fingers and wishing the nonprofit into existence is still an obstacle for the customer." "People don't want polished perfection anymore. They want real people and real experiences." "There's nothing wrong with doing well while doing good." Links mentioned in this episode: From Our Guest Website: https://instantnonprofit.com Start-Up Kit: https://instantnonprofit.com/podcast Connect with Christian LeFer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianlefer/ Follow Instant Nonprofit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instantnonprofit Connect with brandiD Find out how top leaders are increasing their authority, impact, and income online. Listen to our private podcast, The Professional Presence Podcast: https://thebrandid.com/professional-presence-podcast Ready to elevate your digital presence with a powerful brand or website? Contact us here: https://thebrandid.com/contact-form/

In today's story, OP asks AITA for cutting her mother out of her life after her mom repeatedly chose OP's ex over her own daughter. What started as misplaced loyalty escalated into betrayal, leaving OP feeling unsupported, replaced and forced to choose her own peace over maintaining a relationship that kept reopening old wounds.0:00 Intro0:20 Story 14:04 Story 1 Comments / OP's Replies8:58 Story 1 Update13:57 Story 1 Comments / OP's Replies17:56 Story 219:22 Story 2 Comments / OP's Replies21:43 Story 2 Update22:51 Story 2 Comments / OP's Replies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we are joined by KC Adviento of OJT Connect as we talk about the importance of connecting people to opportunities that truly match their abilities, training, and long-term goals. The discussion explores how talent can often be overlooked or misdirected, and why creating better pathways for growth benefits not only individuals, but entire industries and communities as well.We also reflect on the realities behind leadership, teamwork, and building under difficult conditions. From delayed success and operational pressure to the value of trust and resilience, the conversation offers practical insights into what it means to continue building with patience, clarity, and a purpose larger than personal achievement.00:01:49 - KC Adviento-Lee, Co-Founder and CTO of OJT Connect00:04:59 - The importance of internships aligned with students' career goals00:09:30 - How studying IT at UST shaped KC's career path00:15:16 - Growing up globally and learning resilience through constant change00:22:10 - Challenges of having a Philippine degree recognized in Canada00:30:54 - Leveraging university networks and lifelong learning00:34:14 - Teaching VR, robotics, agriculture, and emerging technologies00:40:40 - Why senior high school and college are critical stages for mentorship00:46:33 - From FARM to the creation of OJT Connect00:47:02 - Solving distance-learning challenges during the pandemic00:48:02 - Building a model for global internship opportunities00:51:52 - OJT Connect's business model and sustainability00:55:37 - The internship skills gap in the Philippines00:57:32 - The importance of initiative, self-learning, and consistency01:00:26 - Founder challenges: balancing product development and operations01:02:15 - Scaling challenges and future growth opportunities01:04:21 - Inviting employers to support Filipino talent01:05:17 - Advice KC would give her younger self01:05:45 - “Fail hard” and trust the timing of your journeyFollow now and never miss an episode.

"It all has to come from within. So we each have to be in conversation with ourselves and with the work. It's really a relationship, not a project," says Ramona Ausubel, author of Unstuck: A Writer's Guide.Today we have Ramona Ausubel, author of Unstuck: A Writer's Guide. It's published by Tin House.Ramona's curriculum vitae is pretty dope. She's the author of the novels The Last Animal, Sons and Daughters of East and Plenty and No One is Here Except All of Us and the craft book Unstuck: 101 Doorways Leading from the Blank Page to the Last Page.Had a TON of fun with this one and it's a craft bomb.Ramona's work has appeared in The New Yorker, Tin House, The New York Times, Electric Literature, and The Paris Review online. She has taught with Tin House, Bread Loaf, and she's a professor at Colorado State University.This is a really fun and really crafty chat. We talk about: Why people want to be writers in the first place The people who stick around Coming up with ways through It's a relationship not a project No writing is ever wasted Nobody needs a kind-of-written book Submission clubs The offering is the action Community Shame, doubt, and envy Lifelong process of voice Inviting in other influences When querying asking 'who will you be?' PlatformYou can learn more about Ramona at ramonaausubel.com and follow her on Instagram @ramonaausubel.If you like this episode, I would definitely check out: Eps. 48 and 207 with Roy Peter Clark Ep. 49 with Dinty W. Moore Ep. 50 with Ted Conover

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In this episode, we reflect on how Pentecost is more than just an event of the past, but can be an ongoing outpouring of God's love and grace in our lives today. We discuss how the Holy Spirit helps heal our wounds, restores communion with God, and teaches us how to live with power and boldness, even in the places where we feel unable to love the Lord. As we prepare our hearts for Pentecost, we talk practically about cultivating a posture of receptivity, learning to invite the Holy Spirit more deeply into our hearts, and how to allow His fire to illuminate our identity and transform us from within. The Holy Spirit is alive within us, able to enter even the locked places of our hearts, and desires to help us bear much fruit in our lives.   Heather's One Thing - Pentecost | Holy Spirit Rest on Us Playlist Heather's Other One Thing - Wild Goose Series with Fr. Dave Pivonka Sister Miriam's One Thing - The Discerning Hearts Podcast App Michelle's One Thing - College Graduations   Other Resources Mentioned: Be Transformed Book Study   Journal Questions: How can I make myself more open to encounter the Holy Spirit pirit this Pentecost? Where in my life do I feel powerless? Am I allowing the Holy Spirit to make me more like Jesus? How am I rationing the boldness of the Holy Spirit? Where do I need to unlock the doors of my heart?   Discussion Questions: How can you welcome the Holy Spirit into your life in a deeper way?  What does it look like to experience the Holy Spirit in community? What gifts of the Holy Spirit do you desire to empower your work of building the Kingdom of God? How will you celebrate Pentecost?   Quotes to Ponder: "If there be among the gifts of God none greater than love, and there is no greater gift of God than the Holy Spirit, what follows more naturally than that He is Himself love…." (Saint Augustine)   "This great mystical tradition . . . shows how prayer can progress, as a genuine dialogue of love, to the point of rendering the person wholly possessed by the divine Beloved, vibrating at the Spirit's touch, resting filially within the Father's heart." (Pope Saint John Paul II, Novo Millennio Ineunte, Paragraph 33)   "A noble and delicate soul ... follows faithfully the faintest breath of the Holy Spirit; it rejoices in this Spiritual Guest and holds onto Him like a child to its mother." (The Diary of St. Faustina, Entry 148) Scripture for Lectio: "On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: "Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit." Then they gathered around him and asked him, "Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?" He said to them: "It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." After he said this, he was taken up before their very eyes, and a cloud hid him from their sight." (Acts 1:4-9)   Sponsor - Mary's Meals: Every mother knows what it's like to want to protect their child and provide for them, to make sure there's food on the table, to make sure her child is safe, cared for, and able to grow into who God created them to be. But for millions of mothers around the world, hunger stands in the way of that hope. Their children walk to school carrying empty bowls, wondering if today they'll have anything to eat. And that's where Mary's Meals steps in. Mary's Meals provides one daily meal in a place of education for children living in some of the world's poorest communities. And that simple meal becomes the reason a child comes to school. Once they're there, everything can begin to change. Education can become a pathway out of poverty.  So a child who is hungry can focus.  A child who is vulnerable can dream.  And a mother who felt helpless can begin to hope again.  What we love most about Mary's Meals is how ordinary people get to become a part of that story. We don't have to solve global hunger. We simply have to feed one child. And here's the beautiful thing. It only costs $25.20 to feed a child for an entire school year.  That's one child sitting in a classroom instead of sitting at home hungry. One mother experiencing relief instead of worry.  One life changed through a simple act of love. So if your hearts are moved to help, we invite you to join us in supporting Mary's Meals. You can head over to their website marysmealsusa.org (or marysmeals.ca for Canada) and together we can offer hope, dignity and a daily meal to a child who needs it most.    Timestamps: 00:00 Mary's Meals 01:39 Introduction 02:26 Welcome 03:24 Scripture Verse and Quote to Ponder 04:39 Preparing Our Hearts 07:34 Healing the Wound of Powerlessness  09:26 The Holy Spirit Enables Us to Love 11:04 Inviting the Holy Spirit into Our Hearts 12:50 Our Advocate and the Forgiveness of Sins 15:10 "It is Better that I Go" 17:14 Baptized with Fire 19:15 Bearing Fruit in Our Lives 20:57 When We Restrict the Holy Spirit 22:50 Receiving the Holy Spirit within Community 28:08 Being Inspired by the Holy Spirit 31:04 One Things

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In this episode of The Table, Rick Morton is joined by Chelsea Sobolik and Emily Richards to discuss the nuanced and often messy realities of child welfare, foster care, reunification, and community engagement. They explore how relational poverty and community connections impact vulnerable children and families, emphasizing the importance of humility, creativity, and long-term thinking for the church and advocates.Key topics covered:The emotional and trauma-related complexities of reunification after foster careThe gap in formalizing respite care and kinship connections at the systemic levelThe importance of community involvement and church engagement in supporting child welfareHow relational poverty contributes to family instability and the power of positive community bondsThe role of faith and the church in fostering relational healing and providing long-term supportPractical ways to mobilize local communities, including micro-nurturing hope and forming intervention networksThe danger of systems and policies that focus only on immediate needs versus long-term relationship buildingThe significance of long-term, ongoing relationships and the power of small, consistent acts of kindnessThe ongoing tension between hope in the gospel and the brokenness of the human systems in placeEncouragement for believers to embrace hard, relational work as part of living out their faithTimestamps:00:00 - Introduction: The importance of community and relational solutions in child welfare02:21 - Challenges around formal respite care and systemic gaps04:50 - The messiness of reunification and attachment trauma09:02 - The power of positive interactions and community connections15:00 - The church's role in fostering relational flourishing20:00 - Long-term perspective in foster care and the importance of community over projects25:00 - Handling trauma post-adoption and systemic barriers33:00 - The significance of long obedience and faithfulness in the work of child welfare38:00 - The church as the long-term community sustaining vulnerable families43:00 - The importance of honesty about the brokenness and reliance on God's grace48:00 - Inviting action: How everyday believers can make a differenceResources & Links:This episode challenges believers and child welfare advocates alike to consider how they can leverage relational work, systemic humility, and faithfulness to transform broken systems and seed long-lasting hope in their communities.

We discuss the seven deadly sins of disconnection—the habits that push others away. We also share an easy hack for making an environment more appealing, and answer a listener's question about reality TV. Resources & links related to this episode:  Try my new "Happiness Helpline" on gretchenrubin.com by clicking the icon in the bottom right-hand corner, or find it in the Happier app. Modern Friendship: How to Nurture Our Most Valued Connections by Anna Goldfarb (Amazon, Bookshop) Dimmer switches for lamps  Use this guide to set up your No-Spend Month  Elizabeth: The All-or-Nothing Marriage: How the Best Marriages Work by Eli Finkel (Amazon, Bookshop)  Gretchen: All My Knotted-Up Life by Beth Moore (Amazon, Bookshop)  Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. 

We discuss the seven deadly sins of disconnection—the habits that push others away. We also share an easy hack for making an environment more appealing, and answer a listener's question about reality TV. Resources & links related to this episode: Try my new "Happiness Helpline" on gretchenrubin.com by clicking the icon in the bottom right-hand corner, or find it in the Happier app. Modern Friendship: How to Nurture Our Most Valued Connections by Anna Goldfarb (Amazon, Bookshop) Dimmer switches for lamps Use this guide to set up your No-Spend Month Elizabeth: The All-or-Nothing Marriage: How the Best Marriages Work by Eli Finkel (Amazon, Bookshop) Gretchen: All My Knotted-Up Life by Beth Moore (Amazon, Bookshop) Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.