Podcasts about Journaling

⚠️ Content Warning. This episode contains discussions of childhood abuse, molestation, and suicidal ideation. Please take care of yourself while listening.So many women are living with trauma that no one ever sees. In this powerful episode, Lyndsay Soprano sits down with Alreen Haeggquist for a deeply honest conversation about what it means to carry the weight of abuse, and what it takes to finally set it down.Alreen shares her personal journey of surviving childhood sexual abuse and the complex path she's walked through relationships, anger, and healing. Together, she and Lyndsay talk about the role silence plays as both a shield and a cage, the rawness of vulnerability, and the life-changing power of speaking your truth—when you're ready.This isn't about perfection or tidy timelines. It's about learning to listen to your own story with compassion. They discuss the power of journaling, the importance of understanding triggers, and how practices like gratitude and connection can open doors you thought were permanently closed.Tune in if you've ever felt alone in your pain—or if you're ready to turn that pain into something stronger than silence.Find Alreen Haeggquist Online Here:Website: alreen.comInstagram: @alreenFacebook: Alreen HaeggquistLinkedIn: Alreen HaeggquistFind The Pain Game Podcast Online Here:Website: thepaingamepodcast.comInstagram: @thepaingamepodcastFacebook: The Pain Game PodcastLinkedIn: Lyndsay SopranoYouTube: The Pain Game PodcastEpisode Highlights:(00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Trauma(00:34) The Impact of Anger and Trauma(03:41) Breaking the Silence: Personal Stories of Abuse(09:40) The Role of Culture in Abuse and Silence(13:36) Empowerment Through the Me Too Movement(19:08) The Healing Power of Writing and Journaling(26:28) Finding Gratitude Amidst Pain(30:10) Understanding Triggers and Emotional Responses(37:14) Building Supportive Relationships

It is estimated that there are at least 28 million adult children of alcoholics in the United States alone. The statistics are staggering. Combine those numbers with a deep understanding of the impact of growing up in an alcoholic home, and it becomes easy to understand why so many adult children struggle with emotional regulation, telling the truth, setting boundaries and with emotional dependencies that result in seeking approval and validation in order to feel somewhat 'normal'. Many adult children of alcoholics do not even know their parents or grandparents were alcoholics. Toxic family systems are enmeshed and shrouded in denial. When the adults in the family are not addressing their trauma, they inadvertently pass that trauma down to their children. Listen in as Lisa A. Romano offers adult children across the globe an opportunity to better understand themselves, how they process their emotions and perceive themselves and the world through a trauma lens, offering all those who are willing and ready an opportunity to live above the veil of consciousness, the only place where true transformation can occur.  This episode is a must-listen if you: Grew up with a parent who struggle with addiction. You are the grandchild of an alcoholic. Recognize that you struggle to know what you want or need. Identify as a cyclebreaker, who is ready to speak the truth and end generational trauma with you! ✨ Pro tip: Understanding your parent's trauma is often a key in recovering from subconscious faulty, negative childhood survival patterns.  Begin Your Healing Journey: Lisa introduces her signature 12 Week Breakthrough Method—a trauma-informed, neuroscience-based coaching program designed for adult children of narcissistic, neglectful, or emotionally immature parents. Inside the program, you'll discover: Brain retraining techniques rooted in neuroscience. Inner child healing and self-concept reorganization. Journaling prompts and assessments to increase self-awareness. Tools to stop subconscious self-abandonment and live authentically. How to integrate shadow work and break toxic generational patterns. Thousands have transformed their lives with this method—learning to step out of survival mode and into authentic, empowered living.

Send us a textWhat happens when the generation meant to build the future feels like they don't have one?In this raw and deeply personal solo episode, host Lira Ndifon steps out from behind the interview mic to share her own harrowing battle with depression—a journey that stripped her of her identity but ultimately led her to her purpose. But her story is just the beginning. Lira confronts a crisis hiding in plain sight: the staggering rates of mental health struggles among children and teens. Armed with alarming statistics, she reveals that 73 to 74 million children in the US are grappling with mental health issues, yet a devastating 79% receive no support.This isn't just about numbers; it's about the silent suffering behind closed doors, the stigma that keeps young people—especially young men—from speaking up, and the societal pressures contributing to suicide becoming the second leading cause of death for ages 10-34. Lira challenges the silence, arguing that open conversation is not the risk—it's the antidote. She connects the dots between untreated mental health, community violence, and the specific hurdles faced in African and African American communities.This is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone who cares about the next generation. You will discover:Lira's Untold Story: How losing her identity led her to the depths of depression and the self-reflection practices that brought her back.The Shocking Statistics: A clear breakdown of the youth mental health crisis and why it demands our immediate attention.Beyond the Stigma: Understanding the unique challenges and cultural barriers preventing young people, especially boys, from seeking help.Your Mental Wellness Toolkit: Four simple, powerful tools—journaling, meditation, exercise, and community—that Lira personally used to heal and that you can implement today.This episode is a powerful blend of vulnerability and data, a heartfelt plea for awareness, and a practical guide to finding hope in the darkness. It's a reminder that your pain can become your power, and that you are never, ever alone.If this conversation moved you, please share it. Your voice matters. Show your support by liking, following, and subscribing to the Self-Reflection Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and wherever you listen. Every subscription helps us break the stigma, provide resources, and build a world where mental health is prioritized.Support the showCall to Action: Engage with the Self-Reflection Podcast community! Like, follow, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube (Self-Reflection Podcast by Lira Ndifon), and all major podcast platforms. Share your insights and feedback—we value your contributions! Suggest topics you'd like us to explore. Your support amplifies our reach, sharing these vital messages of self-love and empowerment. Until our next conversation, prioritize self-care and embrace your journey. Grab your copy of "Awaken Your True Self" on Amazon. Until next time, be kind to yourself and keep reflecting.

Motherkind Moment is your place for calm, connection, and a shift in perspective before the week ahead.  This week's Moment: The neuroscience behind journaling with Dr Tara Swart This week's Moment is with the wonderful Dr Tara Swart. Tara is a neuroscientist, psychiatrist, executive coach and the bestselling author of The Source. In this short but powerful clip, we dive into one of my all-time favourite tools for wellbeing – journaling. If you've been listening for a while, you'll know how much I love journaling. It's one of the simple, foundational practices that helps me stay balanced and connected every day. Tara explains the fascinating neuroscience behind why putting pen to paper is so effective. She shares how journaling helps to reduce cortisol (our main stress hormone), process emotions, and even support recovery from trauma. I found it so interesting when she described how writing – or even speaking – our thoughts out loud helps release them from our “brain-body system”, allowing us to feel calmer and clearer. We also talk about intuition, self-trust, and why we've become so conditioned to outsource our wisdom rather than tune in to our own inner knowing. As Tara says so beautifully, “We are all such powerful guides for ourselves – we just have to listen.” I hope this Moment inspires you to grab your pen, release those swirling thoughts onto the page, and reconnect with your intuition. Trust me, it makes a massive difference. To listen to the full episode with Dr Tara Swart, listen here. Click Here to order your copy of 'Motherkind: A New Way to Thrive in a World of Endless Expectations' Motherkind is sponsored by Wild Nutrition, the brand raising the bar for women's supplements. Want to feel the Food-Grown difference yourself? Get 50% off for three months at wildnutrition.com/motherkind. Ts and Cs apply. For a £100 sponsored job credit, visit Indeed.com/ Motherkind Continue the Conversation: Join our community over on Instagram for inspiration, tips, and sometimes a bit of humour to get us through our day - @zoeblaskey Join our mailing list to receive news, updates and new episode releases Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, I'm diving into one of my favorite topics: journaling. As we head into the 30-Day Journaling Challenge, I'm sharing how this simple daily practice can help you release emotions, gain clarity, and connect more deeply with yourself. I'll walk you through why journaling is such a powerful healing tool, how it helps calm your nervous system, and even how to use it for manifesting, inner child work, and self-discovery. You'll see that journaling isn't about perfection. It's about presence, honesty, and giving your inner world a voice. In this episode, I share: How journaling helps you process emotions and regulate your nervous system Simple ways to access your inner wisdom through writing Creative journaling ideas for healing, growth, and manifestation How to make journaling a sacred and nurturing self-care practice Join the Free 30-Day Journaling Challenge: Join thousands of people around the world starting November 1 for a free month of guided journaling. You'll receive one prompt each day to help you uncover insights and move energy in powerful new ways. ✨ Sign up at theadultchair.com/journal Resources from this Episode: The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE!   MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

In this episode of the Let's Go Win Podcast, JM Ryerson sits down with Kayla Logue, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and founder of Move Into Words, to explore the deceptively simple truth that boundaries equal freedom. Kayla shares how setting internal commitments based on your values creates space for clarity, energy, and growth. From running Jetset Pilates studios to building a nonprofit, her real-world examples show that saying no is not rejection but a radical act of self-respect.Key Lessons for Listeners:✅ Why boundaries are internal commitments, not external defenses✅ How saying no creates freedom, not friction✅ Practical tactics for setting boundaries around meetings, work hours, and energy drains✅ How movement and journaling can help you process stress and reset focus✅ How to apply Kayla's “three wins” journaling method for daily progress✅ The mindset shift from being overwhelmed to being intentional✅ How Jetset Pilates and Move Into Words embody her philosophy of holistic growthBoundaries are not about pushing people away. They are about showing up better for what matters most. Kayla Logue reminds us that protecting your time and energy is the foundation for freedom, focus, and fulfillment. If you are ready to reset your boundaries and start winning from within, listen now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Share this episode with someone who needs the reminder that saying no can be the most powerful yes of all.Visit Kayla's website: https://www.kaylalogue.comWatch episodes on YouTube and subscribe to our channel for inspiration on business, leadership, growth, mindset, and tips for living HAPPY, HEALTHY, and WEALTHY! https://www.youtube.com/@letsgowin

In this episode of the Anatomy of Change podcast, Seth Studley, licensed marriage and family therapist, addresses listener questions about change, fear, emotions, and self-discovery. He emphasizes the importance of overcoming fear, navigating changes in relationships, embracing emotions, and rediscovering oneself amidst family responsibilities. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, Seth encourages listeners to confront their fears, communicate openly in relationships, and engage in self-reflection to foster personal growth and change. Takeaways- Fear often drives our choices, but it can be overcome. False evidence appearing real (FEAR) is a common experience. No one is focused on your fears; they are often in your mind. Relieving fear requires intention and action. Change in relationships may require difficult conversations. Embracing emotions is essential for personal growth. Physical activity can help reconnect with emotions. Journaling can clarify thoughts and feelings. Rediscovering oneself is possible even after years of neglect. You are the example for your children; prioritize self-care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics and discussions for this weeks episode include:Weekly recaps/ Best amount of time between partners/ NFL hair/ Journaling (0:00) Is Zoie unapproachable? (28:50)Drake loses the UMG lawsuit/ People using AI to change women's outfits (42:30)Friday's tweet/ Toronto's reaction to the Drake lawsuit (59:10)Katy Perry is dating former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau/ Could Obama remarry? (1:04:50)Saweetie gets pressed by her alleged former madam (1:20:05)Cam Newton comments about wanting a list of his partners past lovers (1:32:05)The pod addresses Montreal (1:43:35)Trigger words/ Joe Budden Podcast fight between Queenz Flip and Marc Lamont Hill (1:52:00)Ayesha Curry comments about marriage on the CHD Podcast (2:00:30)What are the odds that you've met a serial killer? (2:08:20)Demar DeRozan responds to Drake (2:14:10) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsFreedom isn't just about walking outside prison walls, it's about breaking free from the invisible prisons of shame, anger, and limiting beliefs. In this Hol+ episode, Dr. Taz sits down with Shaka Senghor, bestselling author and inspirational speaker, to uncover how solitary confinement, journaling, and vulnerability became the keys to his transformation.Together they explore how trauma shows up in daily life, why shame keeps us disconnected, and how to rewrite the narratives that hold us back. From books that sparked healing to the hidden prisons we all carry, this is a masterclass in resilience, authenticity, and the power of owning your story.Dr. Taz and Shaka discuss:Growing up in Detroit and the path to incarcerationHow books and journaling transformed solitary confinementAnger, shame, and the healing power of reflectionInvisible prisons of doubt, shame, and limiting beliefsThe shock of reentry into a changed worldWhy vulnerability attracts vulnerabilityBreaking cycles for family and communityChoosing joy, love, and higher narrativesHow to build authentic connections as men and womenPractical tools for rewriting your life storyTopics Covered:Trauma, anger, and their hidden impactJournaling, mindfulness, and self-study as survivalThe importance of vulnerability in healingInternal narratives vs external ceilingsInvisible prisons in everyday lifeJoy, love, and higher purpose after hardshipRedefining strength and resilienceConnect further to Hol+ at https://holplus.co/- Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+.About Shaka Senghor:Shaka Senghor is an inspirational speaker, entrepreneur, and author of the New York Times bestselling books Writing My Wrongs and Letters to the Sons of Society. A sought-after resilience expert and recognized "Soul Igniter" in Oprah's inaugural SuperSoul 100, Senghor has captivated and transformed global audiences with his extraordinary journey from incarceration to influence. Through raw authenticity and profound insight, he doesn't just share his story—he equips others with the exact resilience practices that fueled his own remarkable transformation, proving that reinvention isn't just possible—it's within everyone's reach.Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the audio podcast: https://holplus.transistor.fm/subscribeSubscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsFollow Dr. Taz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtazmd/https://www.instagram.com/liveholplus/Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/@drtazmdTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drtazmdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtazmd/Connect with Shaka Senghorhttps://www.shakasenghor.com/https://www.instagram.com/shakasenghorHost & Production TeamHost: Dr. Taz; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Lead Producer: Lauren Feighan; Editors: Jeremiah Schultz and Patrick Edwards)Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+Chapters00:00 Introduction03:44 Shaka's Early Life and Descent into Crime06:15 The Turning Point: Solitary Confinement and Self-Reflection07:09 The Power of Mentorship and Literacy in Prison09:33 Journaling: A Path to Healing and Self-Discovery19:51 Reintegration: Challenges and Triumphs27:28 The Power of Vulnerability29:37 Understanding Anger and Shame31:13 Navigating Masculinity and Vulnerability34:11 Overcoming Hidden Prisons40:45 Breaking Free from Life's Prisons51:15 Final Thoughts and Reflections

When Innocence Feels Like Rejection: How Codependent Mothers Misread Their Children What happens when a child's innocent comment gets filtered through the lens of an unhealthy, codependent mom versus a healthy, emotionally attuned mom? The difference can shape not only the child's self-worth but also the generational cycle of codependency. In this episode, Lisa A. Romano, Breakthrough Life Coach and bestselling author, unpacks how unhealed wounds distort a mother's perception of her child's needs and words. An emotionally unhealthy mother, trapped in her own unresolved pain, may perceive an innocent statement like “I wish I could play with you more” as a personal attack—triggering shame, defensiveness, or withdrawal. A healthy mother, however, sees the same comment for what it is: a child's bid for love and connection. This powerful contrast reveals why addressing codependency is not just self-work—it's generational work. If left unchecked, codependency programs children to feel responsible for others' feelings, abandon their own needs, and repeat the same painful patterns in adulthood. Lisa shows you how to break the cycle by teaching: Why codependent programming distorts reality and causes misinterpretation of innocent words. The neuroscience behind why trauma survivors often personalize others' emotions. How healthy mothers validate their child's truth without collapsing into shame or defensiveness. Why breaking free from codependency is the single most important gift you can pass to your children. This episode is a must-listen if you: Grew up with a parent who made you feel guilty for your feelings. Struggle with people-pleasing or fearing rejection. Want to stop codependency from spilling into your parenting or relationships. Are ready to see how your healing ripples into future generations. ✨ Pro tip: Awareness is the first step. When you learn to recognize these patterns, you reclaim your ability to create healthy connections and stop carrying wounds that were never yours to bear. Begin Your Healing Journey: Lisa introduces her signature 12 Week Breakthrough Method—a trauma-informed, neuroscience-based coaching program designed for adult children of narcissistic, neglectful, or emotionally immature parents. Inside the program, you'll discover: Brain retraining techniques rooted in neuroscience. Inner child healing and self-concept reorganization. Journaling prompts and assessments to increase self-awareness. Tools to stop subconscious self-abandonment and live authentically. How to integrate shadow work and break toxic generational patterns. Thousands have transformed their lives with this method—learning to step out of survival mode and into authentic, empowered living.

Have you ever felt anxious for no clear reason? Or held yourself back from an opportunity that once excited you? In this empowering episode of Authentic Talks, host Shanta Generally dives deep into the hidden faces of fear — and how to finally break free from the invisible barriers that hold you back. Fear shows up in many forms — anxiety, procrastination, perfectionism, or even overthinking — but beneath it all lies an invitation to grow. Shanta explores how fear impacts our daily lives, relationships, parenting, and careers, and she shares practical tools, journal prompts, and mindset shifts to help you reclaim your confidence and peace of mind. In this episode, you'll learn:The difference between healthy and unhealthy fearHow fear disguises itself as anxiety, perfectionism, or controlMindful reflection prompts to uncover what's really holding you backWays to reprogram fear-based thinking and embrace personal freedomA powerful affirmation to help you release fear and step into faith Take a deep breath, grab your journal, and get ready for an authentic conversation that will help you face your fears, find inner peace, and live in alignment.Host:Instagram: @AuthenticTalks2.0 Email: AuthenticShanta@gmail.com Website: www.AuthenticTalks2.com Facebook: AuthenticTalks2 Youtube: @authentictalkswithshanta7489 #OvercomingFear#MindsetShift#AuthenticTalksPodcast#FearToFreedom#PersonalGrowthJourneyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/authentic-talks-2-0-with-shanta--4116672/support.

We've all read the data on how storytelling drives connection and empathy. But what happens when people go beyond storytelling and put their most vulnerable, transformative experiences on the page? In this episode, I sit down with Cynthia Gregory—award-winning writer, journaling advocate, and publisher of “Love Notes from the Soul” and the upcoming “Love Notes 2.0”—to talk about how personal narrative can reshape workplace culture, inspire human connection, and even shift our physical and emotional well-being. ✨ Why vulnerability on the page can create power in real life ✨ How storytelling acts as a catalyst for healing, empathy, and impact ✨ What happens when nonprofit leaders and corporate professionals share their truths ✨ The surprising neuroscience behind journaling and emotional regulation ✨ How Cynthia's own silent retreat sparked an anthology movement of everyday miracles This one hits deep. Together we explore why “Love Notes” isn't just a book, it's a movement for more compassionate leadership. If you've ever wondered whether your story matters, this episode is your sign.

We explore how embracing uncertainty enables us to move beyond climate anxiety and despair to hope and action, with author and activist Rebecca Solnit.Summary: When you think about climate change, do you feel hope? In this episode of The Science of Happiness, we examine what it means to feel hopeful for the future of our planet. Renowned writer and activist Rebecca Solnit shares why she loves uncertainty, what gives her hope, and how hope empowers her. Later, we hear from climate scientist Patrick Gonzalez about why he believes climate hope is scientifically sound, and how much power we truly have to create meaningful change.How To Do This Practice: Acknowledge the hard stuff: Hope doesn't come from ignoring reality, it begins with honesty. Naming the fears, grief, or overwhelm we feel about climate change and life's challenges. Remember uncertainty leads to possibility: Despair often assumes the future is fixed. But history is full of surprises and turning points. When we leave space for uncertainty, we leave space for possibility. Focus on progress, not perfection: Every step forward matters. Clean energy expanding, policies shifting, communities protecting what they love. Small and large wins alike fuel the feedback loop between hope and action. Nourish yourself with beauty, awe, and joy: A sunrise, music, dancing, kindness, or the courage of others can all awaken something bigger in us. Awe quiets despair and helps us see new ways forward. Connect with others: Hope grows when it's shared. Joining movements, communities, or simply leaning on friends creates a sense of belonging and power. Together, the ants can move the elephant. Practice hope daily: Some days hope comes easily; other days it doesn't. That's normal. Journaling, noticing progress, limiting bad news, and showing up in community are all ways to keep practicing. Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Today's Guests:REBECCA SOLNIT is an author, activist, and historian. She has written over 20 books on Western and Indigenous history, feminism, social change, hope, and disaster.Learn more about Rebecca Solnit here: http://rebeccasolnit.net/PATRICK GONZALEZ is a climate change scientist and forest ecologist at the University of California, Berkeley.Learn more about Patrick Gonzalez here: http://www.patrickgonzalez.net/Related The Science of Happiness episodes:  Climate, Hope, & Science Series: https://tinyurl.com/pb27repThe Healing Effects of Experiencing Wildlife: https://tinyurl.com/bde5av4zRelated Happiness Breaks:How To Ground Yourself in Nature: https://tinyurl.com/25ftdxpmPause to Look at the Sky: https://tinyurl.com/4jttkbw3Tell us about your experience with this practice. Email us at happinesspod@berkeley.edu or follow on Instagram @HappinessPod.Help us share The Science of Happiness! Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and share this link with someone who might like the show: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aapTranscription: https://tinyurl.com/3uw3hdk3

If you're curious as to whether you have any stored emotions or trauma that might be causing your illness, preventing you from achieving your goals, or even just showing up as the best, authentic version of yourself, I invite you to take my free Stored Emotions and Trauma QuizWhat if the biggest mistake you make after a retreat has nothing to do with what happened there, and everything to do with what you do next?In this episode, the “afterglow” takes center stage. I'm talking about the high that hits after retreats and masterminds you've never felt more aligned, connected, and clear. It's the moment that tricks you into saying yes too fast and partnering with the wrong people. I've lived it, lost time and energy to it, and learned how to spot it. Journaling, space, and time reveal who's real and who's not. You'll see why waiting a few weeks before committing can save you from regret, and how to tell when a friendship is for a reason, a season, or a lifetime.You'll Learn:The reason jumping into partnerships during the “afterglow” often leads to regretWhat happens when excitement masks real alignment The link between journaling and making grounded decisions afterwardThe damage of ignoring red flags in how people treat staff, peers, or deadlinesWhat it feels like when your nervous system can't match the high-energy vibe of a retreatWhy giving relationships weeks to unfold reveals who's authentic and who's wearing a maskThe reality that friendships and partnerships can be for a reason, a season, or a lifetimeTimestamps: [00:00] Introduction [05:01] The biggest mistake people make after retreats and masterminds [07:12] Why aligned partnerships matter more than quick excitement [08:54] How journaling keeps you grounded [11:42] The power of waiting weeks before committing to new relationships [12:57] Recognizing masks and red flags in the people you meet [15:42] The truth about how someone treats staff and peers [17:13] Checking in with yourself as your goals and growth evolve [19:46] Friendships and partnerships as reason, season, or lifetime [21:31] Choosing honesty with yourself to avoid costly mistakesResources Mentioned:From 14 Medications to Zero: The Power of Quantum Healing with Matt Schmidt | Spotify or AppleRise Up Event | WebsiteFind More From Dr. Stephanie Davis:Dr. Stephanie Davis | WebsiteQuantum Rx | InstagramQuantum Rx | Skool

Message me your 'Takeaways'.If people don't understand you, it's not their fault. It's yours. That sting of being ignored? It comes from unclear communication. In this episode, Lachlan Stuart shares the 3 practices that turned him from clunky to clear.You'll learn how to read to expand perspective, write to clarify thought, and record yourself to refine delivery. These aren't theory. They're lived habits that built The Man That Can Project and helped Lachie coach hundreds of men.If you've ever walked away from a conversation frustrated that you didn't say what you meant, this toolkit will change that.Discover your blind spots across the 7 Domains of Life with the Man That Can Scorecard. Just 14 questions, instant results. I wish I had this earlier. It would've fast-tracked my success. Take the quiz now: TAKE QUIZ Support the showTake the "MAN THAT CAN" Scorecard: HERE Follow Lachlan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lachlanstuart91Website: https://themanthatcanproject.com/Newsletter: https://lachlan-stuart-tmtcp.ck.page/profileDo Something Today To Be Better For Tomorrow

Is AI a threat — or the biggest opportunity in real estate? In this episode of Stay Paid, we sit down with Drew Thompson, head of Real Academy at Real, to dive deep into how agents can practically use AI for content, coaching, rapport building, and sales. Learn why follower counts don't matter, why human connection will always win, and how to harness AI as your creative edge instead of fearing it.  

We sit down with Dr. Jerry Woodbridge — a Christian author, grief advocate, and lifelong educator whose mission is to bring comfort, understanding, and faith-based healing to grieving children and their caregivers. With over 40 years of experience in education and a deeply personal connection to grief after losing her husband in 2004, Dr. Woodbridge has turned her sorrow into purpose. Through her writing and teaching, she empowers families to navigate loss with compassion and faith. Her acclaimed books — Joy Overcame Sorrow (a children's guide to grief), Joy's Journal (a companion for healing through writing), and Trading My Sorrows for the Joy of the Lord (a reflective look at widowhood and faith) — serve as invaluable tools for both children and adults learning to process emotions and find peace. Now an assistant professor at Liberty University, Dr. Woodbridge continues to inspire others with her message that, while grief is universal, joy can still be reclaimed through faith, storytelling, and love. In this episode, Dr. Woodbridge shares:

In this deeply transformative episode, host Greg Voisen speaks with Seth Stewart—Broadway performer turned spiritual guide and author of Follow Your Vision, Live Your Truth. From the bright lights of Hamilton to the stillness of jungle retreats, Seth shares his extraordinary journey of awakening, healing, and rediscovering purpose. Together, Greg and Seth explore how listening to your inner calling can lead to a more authentic and fulfilling life. Seth opens up about his early struggles with identity, his experiences with plant medicine and Mother Earth, and how journaling became a key to self-discovery. He also discusses his creation of True Kings Academy, a platform designed to help men heal the wounded masculine and embody divine leadership rooted in love, integrity, and balance. This conversation dives into spirituality, discernment, and consciousness—from navigating encounters with ETs and energy realms to maintaining grounding in the age of AI. Ultimately, Seth reminds listeners that transformation begins by slowing down, reconnecting with nature, and following your inner vision to live your highest truth.

In this enlightening conversation, Gail Kirshenbaum shares her profound journey of forgiveness, focusing on her relationship with her mother and the impact of generational trauma. She emphasizes that forgiveness is a personal journey meant for self-healing rather than condoning past behaviors. Through her experiences, Gail illustrates the importance of understanding the backgrounds of those who have hurt us, reframing our expectations, and the transformative power of kindness. She also outlines her seven steps to finding forgiveness, highlighting the significance of creating distance, building a support system, and engaging in creative expression as essential tools for healing.Key TakeawaysForgiveness is for ourselves, not for others.Understanding the past of those who hurt us is crucial.Creating distance can help in the healing process.Forgiveness can transform relationships, even if one party isn't ready.Kindness can change someone's day and perspective.Generational trauma affects how we relate to others.Self-forgiveness is essential for healthy relationships.Reframing expectations can lead to emotional freedom.Journaling and creative expression are powerful healing tools.Forgiveness is a journey that takes time and effort.Chapters00:00 - The Essence of Forgiveness04:15 - Gail's Journey of Healing10:23 - Reframing Relationships16:34 - Understanding the Power of Forgiveness21:43 - The Impact of Generational Trauma27:32 - Steps to Finding Forgiveness33:24 - The Role of Kindness in HealingIf you wish to connect with Lawrence Joss or any of the PA-A community members who have appeared as guests on the podcast:Email - familydisappeared@gmail.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/lawrencejoss(All links mentioned in the podcast are available in Linktree)Gayle Kirschenbaum's Website: https://www.gaylekirschenbaum.comPlease donate to support PAA programs:https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=SDLTX8TBSZNXSThis podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-hostGlaze Gonzales- Podcast ManagerConnect with Lawrence Joss:Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/Email- familydisappeared@gmail.com

In this episode of the Spiritual Journey Podcast, hosts Nimesh Radia and Stacey explore the theme of spiritual completion and the opening of new cycles. They share real experiences of navigating endings, the emotional weight of waiting, and how embracing uncertainty is part of the spiritual journey.Through personal reflection, Akashic Records insights, and practical tips, they discuss how journaling can be used for self-reflection, how rest and self-care are essential for emotional healing, and why trusting the process allows us to shed old layers and embrace new beginnings. This is a conversation about honoring the ending of one phase, courageously stepping into the unknown, and allowing your soul's growth to unfold.Key Themes✨ Spiritual completion and new beginnings✨ Navigating endings through trust and presence✨ The role of the Akashic Records in healing and guidance✨ Emotional healing, rest, and practical self-care✨ Journaling as a tool for clarity and gratitude✨ Mentorship and community on the spiritual path

In this episode, I close out my series on Emerson's journals by looking at what his essay Self-Reliance can teach us about keeping a thoughtful record of our lives. I also share a book recommendation—Agnes Callard's Open Socrates: The Case for a Philosophical Life—and give a quick update on my bookstore and the growing Edgewater community.

In this solo episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, Laurel Boivin explores how tiny, consistent actions can create extraordinary change. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the gap between where you are and where you want to be, this conversation is for you. Laurel shares stories from her own journey—including the lessons learned while walking 1,500 miles in a single year—and client experiences that show how starting small builds momentum, confidence, and self-trust. You'll discover: * Why small, ordinary steps are more powerful than giant leaps * How consistency shapes confidence and strengthens self-trust * The importance of celebrating progress as much as setting goals * Practical ways to recommit when you've fallen out of rhythm * Journaling prompts to help you gain clarity and take your next step Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration: 1. Where do I feel overwhelmed by the size or magnitude of the change I want to make in my life? 2. What's one step I could take in the next 24 hours to move toward my goal? 3. What kind of support do I need to keep going day after day? (Do I need a system, a tool, or a person?) 4. How would my life feel if I trusted that small steps are enough to accomplish what I want to accomplish? 5. How does it feel to be more confident and have more self-trust, knowing that I have the ability to do what I set out to do? Links/Books mentioned: * Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones (2018) by James Clear * One Step at a Time: Walking Across America with Nick Tucker https://www.liveyourinnerpower.com/podcasts/beautiful-work-beautiful-life/episodes/2149091326 The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

This show has been flagged as Explicit by the host. New hosts Welcome to our new hosts: Wojciech, Major_Ursa. Last Month's Shows Id Day Date Title Host 4456 Mon 2025-09-01 HPR Community News for August 2025 HPR Volunteers 4457 Tue 2025-09-02 doodoo deuce Jezra 4458 Wed 2025-09-03 Creating an animation in Powerpoint Dave Hingley 4459 Thu 2025-09-04 How I got into tech Wojciech 4460 Fri 2025-09-05 Arthur C. Clarke Ahuka 4461 Mon 2025-09-08 Battle of the mic's Lee 4462 Tue 2025-09-09 HPR Beer Garden - Intro and Dessert Stouts Kevie 4463 Wed 2025-09-10 Software Freedom Day NJ, briefly. murph 4464 Thu 2025-09-11 Replacing the Trackpad on my Laptop Claudio Miranda 4465 Fri 2025-09-12 Playing Civilization V, Part 3 Ahuka 4466 Mon 2025-09-15 HPR Music project - Walking tune to(wards) a friend FredBlack 4467 Tue 2025-09-16 A small Odoo usage intro and a larger technical bit Jeroen Baten 4468 Wed 2025-09-17 AI Trap and Fix Archer72 4469 Thu 2025-09-18 Disagree With Me - 3 Statements About Life Living Antoine 4470 Fri 2025-09-19 HPR is twenty years old today. Lee 4471 Mon 2025-09-22 Ti-82 Makes Music and Password Manager operat0r 4472 Tue 2025-09-23 Cheap Yellow Display Project: Introduction to the Cheap Yellow Display Trey 4473 Wed 2025-09-24 HPR Beer Garden 2 - Session IPA Kevie 4474 Thu 2025-09-25 Hacker Poetry - 001 Major_Ursa 4475 Fri 2025-09-26 The true audio file for walking tune to(wards) a friend FredBlack 4476 Mon 2025-09-29 Does AI cause brain damage? Trollercoaster 4477 Tue 2025-09-30 doodoo 3 a deuce plus 1 Jezra Comments this month These are comments which have been made during the past month, either to shows released during the month or to past shows. There are 22 comments in total. Past shows There are 4 comments on 4 previous shows: hpr4393 (2025-06-04) "Journal like you mean it." by Some Guy On The Internet. Comment 1: Archer72 on 2025-09-01: "Journaling" hpr4442 (2025-08-12) "Orthopedagogiek - what it is." by Manon. Comment 4: Manon Fallon on 2025-09-07: "Thank you" hpr4445 (2025-08-15) "doodoo one" by Jezra. Comment 3: Windigo on 2025-09-03: "Singular vs plural functions" hpr4453 (2025-08-27) "IPv6 for Luddites" by beni. Comment 5: Paulj on 2025-09-09: "Fantastic show - thank you" Comment 6: Dave Morriss on 2025-09-09: "I was surprised to find that my ISP offers IPv6" This month's shows There are 18 comments on 10 of this month's shows: hpr4456 (2025-09-01) "HPR Community News for August 2025" by HPR Volunteers. Comment 1: candycanearter07 on 2025-09-01: "show doubt"Comment 2: أحمد المحمودي on 2025-09-12: "Pronouncing my name"Comment 3: Ken Fallon on 2025-09-16: "Can I have an example" hpr4459 (2025-09-04) "How I got into tech" by Wojciech. Comment 1: Archer72 on 2025-09-01: "First show"Comment 2: Antoine on 2025-09-04: "Welcome! "Comment 3: Henrik Hemrin on 2025-09-04: "Thanks and welcome"Comment 4: Andrew on 2025-09-04: "Excellent first show..."Comment 5: paulj on 2025-09-09: "Welcome, and thanks!" hpr4461 (2025-09-08) "Battle of the mic's" by Lee. Comment 1: candycanearter07 on 2025-09-12: "Interesting dive into a topic not thought about often!" hpr4462 (2025-09-09) "HPR Beer Garden - Intro and Dessert Stouts " by Kevie. Comment 1: T.A.Spinner on 2025-09-13: "Your thoughts on hefeweizens?" hpr4466 (2025-09-15) "HPR Music project - Walking tune to(wards) a friend" by FredBlack. Comment 1: candycanearter07 on 2025-09-25: "unique idea for a show!" hpr4470 (2025-09-19) "HPR is twenty years old today. " by Lee. Comment 1: quvmoh on 2025-09-20: "congrats"Comment 2: ClaudioM on 2025-09-26: "Happy 20th Anniversary!" hpr4471 (2025-09-22) "Ti-82 Makes Music and Password Manager" by operat0r. Comment 1: candycanearter07 on 2025-09-25: "TI calc history" hpr4472 (2025-09-23) "Cheap Yellow Display Project: Introduction to the Cheap Yellow Display " by Trey. Comment 1: Archer72 on 2025-09-23: "Following the series" hpr4473 (2025-09-24) "HPR Beer Garden 2 - Session IPA" by Kevie. Comment 1: Ken Fallon on 2025-09-24: "FLOSS Beer Tracker " hpr4476 (2025-09-29) "Does AI cause brain damage?" by Trollercoaster. Comment 1: Trey on 2025-09-29: "Excellent episode"Comment 2: Trollercoaster on 2025-09-30: "Re: Excellent episode" Mailing List discussions Policy decisions surrounding HPR are taken by the community as a whole. This discussion takes place on the Mailing List which is open to all HPR listeners and contributors. The discussions are open and available on the HPR server under Mailman. The threaded discussions this month can be found here: https://lists.hackerpublicradio.com/pipermail/hpr/2025-September/thread.html Events Calendar With the kind permission of LWN.net we are linking to The LWN.net Community Calendar. Quoting the site: This is the LWN.net community event calendar, where we track events of interest to people using and developing Linux and free software. Clicking on individual events will take you to the appropriate web page.Provide feedback on this episode.

On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Andrew Wilson—a trauma-informed fear coach, QHHT practitioner, author, and host of “Beyond Transcendence with Andrew.” They unpack why discomfort is a catalyst for growth, how high achievers slip into self-sabotage, and practical ways to face fear without re-traumatization. We cover shadow work, inner-child healing, journaling, breathwork, and building balance so you can move from reaction to awareness.   About the guest:   Andrew Wilson helps people transform fear into freedom through trauma-informed coaching and Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT). His work blends mindset, somatic awareness, and practical tools for sustainable emotional regulation and growth.   Key takeaways: Discomfort signals growth. Learning to stay present with hard feelings builds resilience and focus. Avoiding emotions like fear, grief, and shame can lead to burnout, anger, and depression; facing them restores balance. Journaling quiets mental noise and clarifies patterns; it's a low-risk starting point for self-inquiry. Understand and work with the subconscious. Awareness plus repetition helps rewrite self-sabotaging scripts. High achievers often carry poverty-oriented beliefs about worthiness; catching self-sabotage early prevents derailment. Vulnerability isn't weakness. Cultural messages like “real men don't cry” create emotional armor that becomes a cage. Shadow work and inner-child repair help integrate parts shaped by trauma, reducing reactivity. To avoid overwhelm, use grounding tools: breathwork (e.g., box breathing), meditation, yoga, movement, nature time, and consistent self-care. Balance is the goal. When balanced, choices align with values and long-term outcomes improve. Practical litmus test for growth vs. re-traumatization: growing self-awareness, faster repair after conflict, and the ability to pause before reacting.   How to connect with the guest   Website: https://www.andrewfwilson.com/ Instagram: Beyond Transcendence with Andrew Facebook: Beyond Transcendence with Andrew Email: btwa2024@gmail.com   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatchDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik   Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. 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What if everything goes right? What if we looked to the future with excitement and joy?In this ultra-expansive conversation, Libby DeLana invites us into her wildly magnetic life shaped by daily walking, attention, and playing at the edges. Wise expander and author of This Morning Walk and Cold Joy, Libby has modeled for iconic brands, manifested deeply aligned relationships, and continues to manifest beyond her wildest dreams—even in her 60s. Together, Jessica and Libby explore moving beyond identity loops, aging as expansion, and finding magic and tenderness in the present. Libby reminds us to follow joy, stay curious, and embrace new experiences with grounded regulation—whether through cold plunges or setting down our rigid, limiting beliefs. This conversation offers gentle permission to step toward what feels alive, one small step at a time.Find the complete show notes here -> https://tobemagnetic.com/expanded-podcast Resources: Join us at the How To Manifest Book Tour! NYC AUSTIN LA Limited VIP & Early Bird Discount available  HOW TO MANIFEST by Lacy Phillips (with exercises by Jessica Gill) Coming October 21st!Pre-Order NOW & get access to our Reflection Ritual PDF & Pathway Discount Join the Pathway MembershipUse code EXPANDED for 20% off your first month!Join our membership to access the TBM Money Challenge --Now Live!The Pathway Membership gives you unlimited access to all of our manifestation workshops—including How to Manifest, Unblocking Your Inner Child, Shadow, Love, Money, Rock Bottoms, Ruts, and Energetic Updates —plus 70+ self-hypnosis tracks designed to unlock your full potential.LEARN MORE HERE Get the latest from TBMJoin our Money Challenge - 3 weeks to your next level of abundanceTake our Free Money Quiz - find out what level of wealth consciousness you are at Join the Pathway now - to get full access to our 2025 Money Challenge and join the Pathway (use code EXPANDED for 20% off first month) New to TBM? Free Offerings to Get You StartedLearn the Process! Expanded Podcast - How to Manifest Anything You Desire Get Expanded! The Motivation - Testimonial LibraryReady to find out what's holding you back? Try our Free Clarity Exercise Be an EXPANDER! Share Your Manifestation StorySubmit to Be a Process GuestWhat did you manifest during the Money Challenge? Share a voice note of your question, block, or Process to be featured in an episode! This Episode is brought to you by: ARMRA - Use code TBM for 15% off Colostrum: Immune Revival - Immune barrier superfood  Fatty15 - go to fatty15.com/TBM use code TBM at checkout to get an additional 15% off your 90-day subscription Starter Kit In This Episode We Talk About:The evolution of Libby's identity shift and allowing new possibilitiesThe practice of walking as a meditative and grounding ritualNaming and befriending inner “critical voices”The concept of a “beta season” — trying, failing, experimentingHow cold exposure changed limiting beliefs and invited radical presenceSafety, community, and shared vulnerability in cold water practicePresence as a portal: how the cold water “doesn't negotiate with ego”Recognizing abundance in energy, time, love, not just financesReframing aging as a life affirming and joyful experienceThe interplay of surrender and magnetism in manifestationCelebrating what has emerged without guilt over what hasn'tWhat authentic abundance is really aboutAdvice for those feeling stuck, invisible, or fearful of becoming more themselves Mentioned In the Episode: Expanded x Ep. 185 - Why Motion Can Help You Feel Your Emotions with Libby DeLanaPre-order Cold Joy - releasing Oct 14!Pre-Order HOW TO MANIFEST by Lacy Phillips (with exercises by Jessica Gill) Find our Money Challenge plus all our workshops and all workshops mentioned inside our Pathway Membership! (Including the Worst Case Scenario DI, Safe DI, and Regulate DI)  Connect with LibbyFollow Libby DeLana on IGPre-order Cold Joy - releasing Oct 14!Learn more about Libby's cold plunges at ThisColdJoy.comThis Morning Walk on SubstackListen to This Morning Walk podcast Join us at the How To Manifest Book Tour!NYC AUSTIN LA Limited VIP & Early Bird Discount available HOW TO MANIFEST by Lacy Phillips (with exercises by Jessica Gill) Coming October 21st!Pre-Order NOW The Expanded Podcast, from To Be Magnetic™ (TBM), is the leading manifestation podcast rooted in neuroscience, psychology, and energetics. Hosted by TBM's Chief Content Officer Jessica Gill, with monthly appearances from founder Lacy Phillips, Expanded is where science and the mystical meet to help you manifest in the most grounded, practical, and life-changing way.At TBM, we've redefined manifestation through Neural Manifestation™—our proven, science-backed method developed with neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart. This process helps you reprogram limiting beliefs at the subconscious level so you can create the life most aligned with your authenticity.Each week, we take you inside the TBM practice to help you expand your subconscious to believe what you desire is possible. Through expert interviews, thought leader conversations, TBM teachings, and real member success stories, you'll learn how to: – Rewire your subconscious mind and step into your worth – Heal your inner child and integrate shadow work – Set boundaries, strengthen intuition, and reclaim self-worth – Manifest relationships, careers, abundance, and experiences that align with your true selfWith over than 40 million downloads and a global community in over 100 countries, Expanded has become the gold standard in manifestation content. Think of it as your weekly practice for expanding your mind, believing what you want is possible, and manifesting the life you're meant to live.Past guests include leading voices such as Mel Robbins, Lewis Howes, Jenna Zoe, Martha Beck, Dr. Joe Dispenza, Dr. Gabor Maté, Mark Groves, and Brianna Wiest. Where To Find Us!@tobemagnetic (IG)@LacyannephillipsLacy Launched a Substack! - By Candlelight - Join Here@Jessicaashleygill@tobemagnetic (youtube)@expandedpodcast

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty is joined by internationally recognized coach and speaker Camilla Calberg, founder of the Authentic Leadership Movement. Together, they explore the power of emotional regulation, self-awareness, and nervous system calm as tools to move from victimhood to resilience. Camilla shares how to break free from self-limiting beliefs, reframe stress, and regulate emotions without suppressing them. From practical strategies like thought-dumping before bed to deeper insights on choosing how we show up, this conversation offers listeners a grounded path toward inner freedom, clarity, and authentic leadership. Whether you're navigating stress at work, emotional overwhelm, or cycles of self-doubt, this episode provides actionable tools and fresh perspectives to remind you: you are not your thoughts. About the Guest  : Camilla Calberg is a transformational coach, international speaker, and founder of the Authentic Leadership Movement. She has led multi-million-dollar transformation programs for Fortune 500 companies and guided hundreds of women into soul-aligned careers and leadership roles. Drawing from her personal journey of overcoming psychological abuse and rebuilding her life, Camilla empowers others to turn pain into power using her 3I Framework—Influence, Innovate, Inspire. Key Takeaways  : Your thoughts are not your identity—practice curiosity about the stories you tell yourself. Emotional regulation is about allowing feelings to move through you, not suppressing them. Stress often comes from giving power away; reframing language can calm the nervous system. Journaling or “thought-dumping” before bed is a simple practice to improve sleep and mental clarity. Choosing empowering “I am” statements (I am abundant, I am enough) helps rewire self-perception. Seeing others as souls beyond titles can reduce friction in conversations and relationships. Building a deeper relationship with yourself creates generational healing and legacy. Emotional resilience is developed through practice—awareness, curiosity, and conscious choice.   Connect with the Guest   Website: camillacalberg.com LinkedIn: Camilla Calberg Instagram: @camillacalberg YouTube: Camilla Calberg Free Resource: 7-Day Belief Challenge (available on her website) Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?   DM on PodMatch: Send me a message Disclaimer   This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. About Healthy Mind By Avik™️   Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it has become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate—the channel delivers powerful podcasts and soulful conversations on: Mental Health & Emotional Well-being Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth Holistic Healing & Conscious Living Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, this movement unites voices, breaks stigma, and builds a world where every story matters.

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Lynda Monk chats to us about the power of journaling within our lives when we allow our journals to be a soft place to land. Journaling enriches every aspect of our lives, if we allow it to. So much of Lynda's work is backed by deep research. It is fascinating to listen to how science and expression are working together to help people find deep healing reconnection to themselves. Lynda gives us tips on how we can start and develop a journaling habit. She shares questions we can use to connect to our inner wise self and quilt ourselves together.

Send us a textIn this episode of the SheClicks Women in Photography Podcast, host Angela Nicholson talks to landscape and outdoor photographer Courtney Victoria about the journey from creative overwhelm to building a calm and focused photography practice.Courtney shares how she went from studying fine art and theatre design to discovering her love for photography in the university darkroom. After time spent working in a camera shop and teaching English in South Korea, she began exploring landscape photography, and eventually developed a passion for macro work and mindful image-making.Now based in the South West of England, Courtney is a full-time content creator and photographer, running workshops, sharing her process on YouTube and helping others connect with nature through their cameras.She talks about how she deals with creative paralysis, why journaling is essential to her process and how she manages the pressures of being visible online. From running a business to exploring small forest scenes, Courtney offers valuable insight into balancing passion with practicality.Whether you're just starting out or looking to reconnect with your creativity, Courtney's story is a reassuring reminder that it's okay to start small, take your time and trust your instincts.TakeawaysStarting before you're ready helps overcome creative paralysis. You don't need to feel confident to begin — confidence often follows action.Journaling can be a powerful tool to clear mental clutter. Writing things down helps organise thoughts and unlock creativity.Nature photography encourages mindfulness. Slowing down and observing your surroundings leads to more intentional image-making.You don't need a huge audience to succeed. Building trust and connection with a small, loyal community can be just as rewarding.Teaching others can strengthen your own skills. Workshops and sharing your process deepen your understanding of your craft.Multiple income streams can support a creative career. Combining content creation, workshops, writing and partnerships can build a sustainable business.Connect with CourtneyWebsiteInstagramYouTubeFacebookCEWEThis episode is brought to you by CEWE - Europe's leading photo printing company and their hero product, the CEWE Photobook that is the proud recipient of the Which? Best Buy award.You know those thousands of photos sitting on your phone or hard drive? With a CEWE Photobook, you can turn your memories into a beautiful, high-quality album that you'll want to show off. Every page is fully customisable and you can pick from a range of sizes, finishes, and layouts, designing every detail with their easy-to-use editor — or let their Smart Assistant help. So if you're ready to do something real with your photos, head over to cewe.co.uk.Support the show

In today's Q+A episode, we're tackling your most pressing questions on strength, recovery, and navigating big life transitions. From gaining strength without “bulking,” to fueling your body after birth, to managing weight through menopause—this one's packed with insight and strategy. We also explore the mental side of the journey, including how journaling can boost self-awareness and resilience. Whether you're returning from an injury, adjusting to hormonal shifts, or just trying to stay consistent, this episode offers practical tools to support your fitness and mindset through every season of life. APPLY FOR COACHING: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/1-1-coaching SDE Method app: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/sde-method-app The Fitness League Waiting List https://quest.lvltncoaching.com/project-b Macros Guide https://www.lvltncoaching.com/free-resources/calculate-your-macros Join the Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lvltncoaching FREE TOOLS to start your health and fitness journey: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/resources/freebies Alessandra's Instagram: http://instagram.com/alessandrascutnik Joelle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joellesamantha?igsh=ZnVhZjFjczN0OTdn Josh's Instagram: http://instagram.com/joshscutnik Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Muscle Gain and Strength 04:06 Understanding Strength vs. Hypertrophy 08:34 The Importance of Journaling 14:42 Navigating Injuries and Recovery 24:09 Postpartum Nutrition and Breastfeeding 33:22 Menopause and Weight Management 38:43 Wrap-Up and Key Takeaways

Discover the surprising science behind conscious leadership with Rachel Russo, who reveals how a simple pause and breath can activate your brain's logic center and shift your leadership style from reactive to responsive. Fitness leaders will learn how journaling daily not only calms the mind but improves immune function and creativity. Plus, explore how self-awareness builds trust and collaboration in fitness teams where knowing your body meets leading your people. Ready to transform your leadership muscle and tackle your blind spots? This episode is packed with powerful insights and practical tools to help you lead with clarity and compassion.   Key highlights from the episode: - Conscious leadership is about responding (not reacting) by engaging your prefrontal cortex through mindful pauses and breathing. -Journaling daily enhances creativity, reduces stress, improves immune function, and helps leaders get into their subconscious for better self-awareness. - Building trust starts with knowing yourself deeply and extends to creating a psychologically safe environment that fosters collaboration and courageous conversations. Curious about the future host of Fitness Business Podcast? That's Zoe, the host JT's daughter!   Know the SECRET codeword? Submit it here for the chance to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card!* https://www.fitnessbusinesspodcast.com/codeword    Ready for more: - Become an FBP Insider and get 7 days FREE to start! 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In this solo Q&A episode, Shannon Jamail tackles the 12 most frequently asked questions from aspiring and experienced retreat leaders alike. From knowing when you're truly ready to host a retreat, to choosing the right venue, pricing for profit, and marketing without sounding salesy, Shannon covers it all with no-fluff, straight-shooting advice. Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your strategy, these questions are the ones that come up in her DMs, workshops, and mastermind calls every single week. With years of experience as a retreat host and venue owner, Shannon shares what works (and what to avoid) so you can build profitable, transformational retreats with confidence. You'll walk away with clarity, strategy, and a new level of confidence around your retreat business! The Retreat Leaders Podcast Resources and Links: Learn to Host Retreats Join our private Facebook Group Join our LinkedIn Group Top 5 Marketing Tools Free Guide Join me in London Get your legal docs for retreats   Thanks for tuning into the Retreat Leaders Podcast. Remember to subscribe for more insightful episodes, and visit our website for additional resources. Let's create a vibrant retreat community together! Subscribe:  Apple Podcast | Google Podcast | Spotify   Automatically Transcribed With Podsqueeze Shannon Jamail 00:00:02  Welcome to the Retreat Leaders podcast. The show for visionary coaches, healers, wellness pros and small business owners who aren't just here to host another feel good getaway, but to build a profitable, impactful retreat business. I'm your host, Shannon Jamail, retreat strategist, business mentor, and owner of a 46 acre retreat center. I've hosted over 100 retreats around the world, and I've made every mistake so you don't have to. Each week we'll dive into the mindset, marketing, money, business and mechanics behind sold out profitable retreats. Plus, hear from expert guests who are walking the talk. Whether you're planning your first retreat or scaling your 100th, you're in the right place. Welcome to the show. Hey, guys. Welcome to our welcome back to the Retreat Leaders podcast at Shannon. I am coming off of an Incredible three day conference that I cannot wait to tell you guys more about. I'm still processing, but it literally is going to change how I show up in what I do and just how I show up as a human. Shannon Jamail 00:01:10  I'm that excited about it. But today, what we're going to talk about is the top 12 questions I get asked all the time, whether it's from podcast listeners or in my Facebook group or emails or messages like these are the top 12 questions that I get asked all the time. All right, let's dig in. First one, how do I know if I'm ready to lead a retreat? This is such a good question. And actually, if you're asking this question, you're on the right track, period. Because I think too many times people just jump in, they start planning things and making websites and all this stuff, and they have not done any of the work that's really required in order to start hosting retreats. And the first one is asking yourself, how do I know if I'm ready? And to me, there's a few things. The first one is do you have a clear purpose for the retreat? Not just a desire to travel or gather people, but like a clear purpose, a clear promise? What is the transformation? What is the guest going to experience and feel, and what's going to be different at the end of your retreat? Is it super clear? Are you super clear on who you're going to serve? Who is that guest? And I mean super clear. Shannon Jamail 00:02:24  Like crystal clear. That guest has a name. It's a full avatar. It is. You know exactly who they are, where they live, how much money they make, if they're working out of the home, if they're working in the home, you know where they shop. You know what social platforms they're on. You know exactly who this person is that you are marketing to. So crystal clear on the promise, the transformation and crystal clear on who you are serving. And this isn't just I think I know and go for it. No, this is writing it down. Journaling it out. Getting really deep and nitty gritty in knowing who this person is and what the promises of the transformation is. I cannot emphasize this enough how important this is. So those are the first two things that are really important, because the confidence is going to come from the clarity. Like, truly, your confidence will come from the clarity of knowing exactly who you're going to serve and exactly how you're going to serve and how they're going to feel at the end of your retreat, the transformation that you're going to facilitate. Shannon Jamail 00:03:25  So that's super important. Before you start hosting, before you even put together anything, there's two things I think you should do. Also the first one is attend retreats. If you've never attended a retreat, you have no business hosting a retreat. I'm just going to say it just like that. You have no business hosting retreats if you're not attending retreats. And when you do start hosting retreats, you should continue to attend retreats. You have to walk the talk. Okay. So attend retreats. You're going to learn so much on retreats. First of all, you're going to get whatever transformation they are promising ideally. But also you're going to learn. What did you love about it? What did you not like about it? How are you going to structure your retreat by the things that you learn from that retreat? Now, that does not mean that you go copy somebody retreat. That's not cool. This is just about market research and understanding what you like as a person and then taking that into your retreat space. Shannon Jamail 00:04:26  So please understand the difference of that. But you should be attending retreats. The other thing is I highly recommend this, but it's not as important, although I might argue with myself on that. Go work retreats. Go work at a retreat. I have a work exchange program for almost all of my retreats. Lots of hosts offer work exchange type of positions, or there's retreat centers. Whatever it is, however you get in there, go work a retreat. And when you do ask how you can really help behind the scenes as well. I have hosted or I have helped a few retreat leaders that at the end of hosting their own retreat, they're like, this is not for me. This was so much more work than I thought it would be. I was physically and emotionally drained. I do not have the capacity capacity for it or the like for it, whatever. And so they spent a lot of time and money and energy building up this retreat brand, hosting their first retreat, and then realizing, I don't like this. Shannon Jamail 00:05:26  No thank you. And so go work a retreat. If you do those few things, know exactly who you're going to serve, what you're going to serve, what the transformation is. You attend retreats and work retreats. You will know at the end of that if you are ready. Okay. At that point, if you still feel like, yes, this is what I want to do, then go for it. Question number two how far in advance should I start planning my retreat? This will vary by a couple of variables, I would say. And also, by the way, it varies by your demographic. It varies by your geographic. It varies by your community. As far as do you have an established community? There's so many variables. So I don't feel like there's a one size fits all, but ideally there's somewhere between the 9 to 12 month range. You could go as low as six months. I would not put together a retreat with less than six months. That's just me. Shannon Jamail 00:06:22  There might be other people out there that will tell you differently, but I wouldn't do it with less than six months. And so the 9 to 12 really, again, it varies. Like for me, my international retreats, I actually plan them two years in advance. And that's for a number of reasons, a lot to do with me personally. And so my retreats that are in my home country, it's definitely 12 months. Part of that too, is I own a venue, and so just having to schedule in things appropriately, like it's just a whole thing, but I really start marketing somewhere between 6 to 9 months. That's when I'm marketing, and that's what I'm selling is between 6 to 9 months. Now, have I seen retreat leaders do it within 2 to 3 months? Yes I have. They're very much exceptions to the rule. Usually. Usually it's because they have a very big community. It's because they've done it before. It's because the community's begging for it. There's just those very active, engaged things that are happening that they are able to do that and and make it work successfully. Shannon Jamail 00:07:29  Otherwise, again, 9 to 12 months, as little as six months, depending on where you're at and all of that type of thing. If you've answered question number one and you know you still want to do retreats, I would start building an interest list right then and there. Without even having your dates or anything, I would just start building your interest list. So that's just an FYI. Okay. Question number three how do I choose the right location or venue? So I've answered this in our podcast and I've blogged about it. And so there's different resources that you can find that I've already talked about this, but here's what I will say. You need to think about who your ideal guest is. That avatar we talked about like what's their vibe? What is approximately their budget? What's their travel comfort level like? For instance, for me, I thought about hosting a retreat in Greece. But when I realized for me personally, coming from Austin, Texas, how long it was going to take me to get there and how many planes and boats and shuttles I had to get on, I was like, that's just not for me. Shannon Jamail 00:08:30  And it's it's just an incredible location. By the way, there is no knocking that Greece is an incredible location to host, but I'm not interested in going through that much travel to get there. And so it's probably never going to be on my list. Thinking about your ideal guest, what do they prefer? What amenities are important to your ideal guest. For instance, I had somebody actually contact me or contact the ranch a couple of days ago who I know personally. And she was like, you know, is this a good space for a luxury grieving retreat for women? And my answer is probably not retreat ranch. I listen, I'm biased. Retreat ranch is badass, okay. And the people who have come through here will tell you how badass it is. But I would not at all consider us a luxury venue. We are rustic chic luxury. I mean, we have incredible mattresses, we have bamboo sheets, we have curated products like there's lots of things and amenities and pieces that would be considered luxury. Shannon Jamail 00:09:28  But as a whole, our facility and our our, our retreat center is not a luxury retreat center. And so just knowing what your ideal guest needs and wants and that it matches you as well, right? Is it matching your needs? Because usually your ideal guest, your avatar, is you, but maybe a few steps behind, right? You've got tools, you've got transformation for them, you've got knowledge for them, but they're somewhat aligned with you. So what do you like? What's important to you? Is it important for it to be nature based? Is it important to have conference rooms like all of that stuff's important, I would say avoid choosing solely on price or aesthetics. You're looking for function support, vibe alignment. Okay. And so really think about what kind of support you would need as a host, especially if you're first time host. And does that facility provide that? Most rental facilities do not unless they are a retreat center. And so just keep that in mind, okay. Shannon Jamail 00:10:26  When you're looking for venue, hey retreat leaders, listen up. If you've been struggling to price your retreats, fill your retreats, or even start your retreat business, this is your moment. I'm hosting a one day High Impact workshop in London on October 10th. Designed to help you plan price, market and profit from transformational retreat Whether you're just starting out or scaling to your next level. This room is where your clarity begins, and you want to be in rooms that actually level up your business. By the way, it's a total business write up. What better way to visit London and write it off for business? Grab your spot now at Retreat Pro Workshop or click the links in the show notes. I'll see you in London. Next question. What's the right price to charge for my retreat and how do I justify it? I get this all the time, so I really get it. Especially at our venue, new hosts will say, what should I charge for this? And my answer is always, that's up to you. Shannon Jamail 00:11:27  And here's why. I have had hosts come in my ranch and charge $10,000 per person for a three night stay. That includes specific things, and I have heard hosts come to the ranch and host a three night retreat and charge less than $1,000 per person. Let that sink in for a minute. And by the way, both were sold out. So it really, really depends. What are you promising? What is the transformation? My $10,000 a person, retreat host is very niched, very specific, very exclusive. It is. I mean, it's it's a very specific demographic. Okay, so the more niched you get and the more specific you get and the more tools you're providing, the more that has value to it. Okay. So it just depends. You do not though, price it based on how much the venue cost, the food cost, the instructor's cost. Like that's all. Yes, yes. As my friend Aaron Hague would say that, you know, reverse engineering price pricing based on like your desired profit, expenses, value, etc. it's using math, right? But you don't just use math to add up those primary things, you've got to add in your profit. Shannon Jamail 00:12:49  And what your profit is, is so much more than the time you spend at retreat. It's so much bigger than that. It is your experience, your education, like everything that makes you who you are. Okay, so yes, use math, venue, food, all the expenses. And listen y'all, there's so many more expenses than venue food and goodie bags and like, there's so much to it. Are you adding your Canva cost? Are you adding credit card fees? Are you adding any, marketing, your own travel fees, gas, parking, whatever it is like? There's so much more to it. So make sure you have a budget sheet, but use math. Add in your profit. Also, add in what you would pay yourself at a retreat that's part of the payroll. So you're kind of getting paid twice, but really not. So you're getting paid payroll for working the retreat, just like you would pay some other person who's like in charge, like a manager, Right? Then you're also building in the profit. Shannon Jamail 00:13:47  The profit is what goes back into the business typically. Right. I love this. This is definitely straight from my friend Aaron Haig. I've never described it like this before, but it's described perfectly that way. And so there's so much that gets put into that price of the retreat. You really have to sit down, do the math, put it on a spreadsheet, map it out. Exactly. And then the numbers don't lie. And then you get an idea of what you should charge at that point. And here's what I also say. We get a lot of retreat leaders who are like, well, when they're sharing a bed, shouldn't it be half cost? No it shouldn't. Could there be a small discount because they share a bed? Yes. But all the other costs are the same per person, right? And so don't get confused in that. But here's at the end of the day what really needs to happen. You price with confidence. You need to be so confident in what you're offering and the transformation you're promising and the experience you're promising that you feel good when you say, my retreat is $6000 or $2000 or $20,000, like whatever it is, you need to feel so good. Shannon Jamail 00:14:53  And if it doesn't excite you at that rate that you have, then it's too low. It's too low. It needs to excite you. You need to be like, yes, I am so excited to do this retreat. I'm so excited to serve the people that show up here. I cannot wait to take them through this experience and this transformation, because profit and money has an energetic exchange too. So you need to be excited. Hopefully that helps a little bit. All right, next question. How do I market my retreat without sounding salesy my husband would say sales is a noble job, damn it. And it is. There's you know, there's just such a stigma around sales. But here's the truth. If you're not selling, you are not going to get the maximum return in your business. You cannot rely on marketing alone. By the way, there are two different things, Okay. You need to be selling. Marketing is attracting. Selling is closing. Okay? When it comes to selling, you sell with a story. Shannon Jamail 00:15:52  The value, the transformation. Not three nights in a luxury hotel. Yoga every day. Chef prepared meals. That's not it, y'all. That's not it. What's the story? What's the value? What's the transformation? And you use a combination of social proof, behind the scenes, all that stuff. But here's the real thing. You need to ask for the sell. I know, but let's let's imagine you've put together this incredible experience and a client that you've worked with in some other capacity, maybe coaching or something, somebody that, you know, you know, if they went on this retreat, it would change their life. Like you feel that. Call them, send them a video message, send them a voice memo and say, hey, Shannon, I just created this retreat that I'm so excited about and you came to mind and I think you would get so much value out of it. Can I share some details or set up a call to talk to you about it that's selling. You send out a newsletter. Shannon Jamail 00:16:49  People click on the link to find out information about your retreat. You reach out to each person that clicked on the link that's selling. So if you're not selling and you're only marketing, you are missing a ton of opportunity. I'll just leave it at that. Okay. Next one. How do I make sure my retreat actually makes a profit? I think we covered a lot of this already, but I think what I can say to this is budget meticulously. Budget meticulously. You would be shocked at the expenses that come up that you weren't prepared for, because not only should you budget meticulously, but you also want to add a cushion. On top of that, one of the members in my Retreat leader membership program was asking the other day about what they should do with food costs because the retreat is in a year from now, but the prices that they're getting today may not be the exact food cost. Right? And I'm like, you're right, there should be a cushion. The only thing that's completely locked in it should be completely locked in is your venue, because that's contracted. Shannon Jamail 00:17:54  Now, if you've contracted with a chef and they have put their own cushion into their prices because food, let's just be honest, food has been skyrocketing all over the place. Then you have a contracted price in there, but usually in a chefs contract it will have some wiggle room because the cost of goods could change. So budget, budget and then add a cushion. That's super important. The other thing that you can do and consider is what are you going to sale sell at your retreat? Like how are you going to continue this work that you're doing and how can you bring it into your business? Are you going to offer a coaching program, a mastermind program? Are you going to offer products themselves. Like what could you offer on your retreat that continues this relationship? are you ready to sell your next retreat on this retreat? Let me tell you something. When we are there at the retreat, like, okay, an example, this conference that I just left, I'm like, how can I sign up for the next one right now? Like, I want to sign up for the next one right now. Shannon Jamail 00:19:04  So when they are there at your retreat, feeling these amazing vibes, there's so just transformed. Ideally, that's when you can offer them how to continue the relationship and add more profit into your business as well. It is a double serving stone your because yes, you are building more profit. You're building more business by offering this and it's not dirty and it's not yucky because they are also going to get something incredible out of it. So sell on your retreats. Hey, guys, I'm cutting in real quick to ask a favor, will you please share this show with someone who you think could benefit from it? That really helps us to get amazing guests on the show. Also, if you haven't already, subscribe and leave us a review, please! It really helps us to continue to grow for you. Shannon Jamail 00:20:00  Okay, next question. What contracts or legal protections do I need in place? So this I definitely have at least two podcasts that have been recorded about this. I'm not going to spend much time on this. Shannon Jamail 00:20:11  you at the end of the day, you have to have clear agreements with your venue and any contractors that you work with. You have to have participant waivers, you have to have cancellation policies. You have to have terms of service. You have to have insurance. So these are just the basics okay. And there's so much more detail of those things in some other podcasts as well as my blog. Okay. Next question. What happens if I don't sell enough spots? Do I cancel pivot. Push harder. Ooh, this is yummy. So here's what I will offer. Aaron Haig has a great course out there. And, yes, me and Aaron, I just adore her and the work that she does, which is why I talk about her and her products and her services, because I believe in them. And so she has a retreat resuscitation masterclass, I believe. So go look that up or I will have it linked in the show notes. It is awesome. but the first thing I will tell you is don't panic. Shannon Jamail 00:21:05  Assess your timing. Are you too early or are you too quiet? Here's something that I see all the time. All the time. I actually just experienced a retreat host who has a very big social following, and really just assumed that her social following would fail her retreat, and she canceled on us at the venue because it didn't fill. And when I look back, I think in A34 month period, She mentioned it three times. And and and on top of that, we gave leads to her because we get leads through our website all the time. And we would find out from the leads that she wouldn't call them for 3 or 4 days, and we'd have to remind her to call them. So are you too quiet? Are you visible enough? Are you working on your retreat every single day with excitement, with confidence, so that that is felt through everything that you do. So I'm just going to leave it at that, because I feel like you have to answer those questions before you make any other decisions. Shannon Jamail 00:22:11  You can't make a decision to cancel or pivot or whatever if you're not even showing up and being consistent. I can tell you this I've not seen yet a host who shows up daily with joy and excitement about their retreat and not get the response or the sign ups that they wanted. I haven't. Not. Not ever. So that's what you really need to ask yourself. okay, next question. How can I stand out in a saturated retreat market? Ooh, yes. So you all know how I've been doing this for almost 15 years. I joke around with some of the OGs that when I was doing it, I literally could spend like $50 on Facebook because that's all there was, was Facebook, and there was a couple of platforms, book retreats and book yoga retreats that were at that time worked really great. And I was like, bam, bam, bam, easy. It's not like that today. Okay. there are a lot more hosts out there, and I'm glad of that. And I want you to be successful. Shannon Jamail 00:23:13  That's why I do a podcast for free is to help retreat leaders be successful. But now, especially more than ever, you have to stand out by being specific. You have to niche down. You have to know exactly who you're going to serve in a very specific niche. You cannot. You cannot just put out a women's wellness retreat. Not unless you're only selling to your community and your studio, or your people only. And then they're going for you're engaged and they're going to sign up. Fine. But then you probably wouldn't be listening to this. You wouldn't have any issues. You know, building a retreat, you're just focusing on your community and serving your community only, and you're done. But if you're wanting to fill your retreat with, sure, your community, but outside your community as well and in general have a sustainable, long lasting business. You have to be specific. You have to be super niched. And I mean as specific as you can. Right? And then the other thing is getting visible, which I just talked about in the previous answer. Shannon Jamail 00:24:22  You have to be visible every single day. And listen, I just wrote a blog about this. Do not do not this. Listen, I'll get mad right now and I will cuss. And I'm trying not to. But do not tell me you don't have time because I call bullshit. Look at your phone and look at your screen time on there. How often or how much screen time usage you were on your phone. And then tell me you don't have time. Bullshit. You have time to show up every day. It takes 15 20 minutes to show up every day and market and sell every day. So you need to be specific and you need to get visible and be consistent. Okay. Very passionate about this you guys. All right. Next one. Should I co-lead with someone or go solo? Okay, so I have like mixed thoughts on this, especially because I, I've, I've done both. Obviously I don't co-host anymore, really. But, so let's just talk about it. Co-hosts and co-leads can be amazing. Shannon Jamail 00:25:26  Or they could be a disaster. Just being honest. You really need to pick someone who complements compliments your energy and your audience. And I can't stress this enough. You have to have super clear roles, responsibilities, income, splits, everything. how it would end if it had to end. Like all everything you can think of in writing. And honestly, you need to have a lawyer write it up. And this means even if it's your best friend, I cannot tell you how important this is. I cannot tell you and in my opinion, only really co-lead with someone if you feel like it enhances the experience for guests and simplifies things for you. If it doesn't do those two things both. Do it on your own. That's just. I'm just going to leave it at that. And my members, they know all the ins and outs and and you get lots and lots of support in that area. But they can be amazing or they can be disastrous. And you really have to put some things in place to make it work. Shannon Jamail 00:26:23  Right. So okay, how do I handle unexpected issues on retreat like weather, illness, etc. without losing my mind? So, plan for B and then C and D. You always want to have a contingency plan in place, especially when it comes to activities. If they're outdoor activities, I don't even care where you are. You still have to plan for a plan B when it comes to those types of things. But here's the real thing. The first thing is to stay calm. Like whatever's happening. Stay calm. I have had guests fight with each other. I've had a guest pull a knife on my chef. I have had, guest get way, way intoxicated that we've had to physically move them. I had a guest, actually, a teacher, get arrested for a DUI and disappeared from the ranch. I have had so many things. I have had someone have a complete anxiety attack after they did a cold plunge. I have had all kinds of things happen on retreats. They are going to happen. Shannon Jamail 00:27:28  They're going to happen. And you need to be calm, kind and and honest. Honest. Like you don't want to hide that something has happened. You don't want to hide. You know that something went wrong and you want to be super clear. Hey, guys, it's supposed to rain tomorrow. We were supposed to have this incredible outdoor activity, but we're going to pivot. Just kind of like in life and life. We plan for one thing and something else happens. So this is a great time to practice. How do we pivot. And so being calm kind honest and and try your best to plan for all these different things. If someone gets sick on your retreat what are your resources? Where's the nearest urgent care? Where's the nearest hospital? Is there a doctor that can come to the site? Just plan try to walk through all the different things that could go wrong. You won't walk through all of them. Nobody walks through when a guest pulls a knife on your chef like you just. Shannon Jamail 00:28:23  You can't walk through all of them. you do the best you can, staying calm and kind, and you learn from it because that's really what happens and you get stronger from it. So there you go. Okay. Last one. How do I keep the momentum going after the retreat ends? This is awesome. This is great. Some of it is what I've already offered, where you could sell some continuing programs at your retreat, which I think is just absolutely fabulous, right? But the other thing is like following up with photos and reflections, integration prompts, offering those next steps. Like I talked about celebrating successes, gathering testimonials, start planning seats for your next retreat. Create a Facebook group for alumni. like just continuing the community feel with your group, I think is important. Some of the things that I do for my alumni is we have an alumni Facebook group, and I also send out birthday wishes to every single one of the guests that have been on my retreats. We have an alumni only retreat every couple of years. Shannon Jamail 00:29:26  I'm constantly engaging in the Facebook group because I genuinely want to be engaged with the community, and so just finding ways to stay engaged with your community, how can you continue to serve them? What other programs and options do you have for them and retreats you might have in the future? So all right, guys, if this was helpful, please let me know. Also, would you please share the show either whether it's on YouTube or on your favorite podcast app? Will you share it with somebody else who you think might benefit from this? And if you haven't, please go. Leave us a review and subscribe. It really, really means the world to me. I so appreciate each and every one of you guys. Thanks so much. Thanks for tuning in to the Retreat Leader's podcast. If you love this episode, please make sure to subscribe, leave a review and share it with your retreat besties! Want more support? Grab free resources at the Retreat Leader's playbook. Until next time. Lee. Boldly serve deeply and retreat profitably.

In this episode of the Revenue Builders Podcast, our hosts John Kaplan and John McMahon are joined by Steve Garraty, a tech sales leader and author who shares his inspiring journey from a troubled teen diagnosed with cancer to a successful career in sales leadership. Steve delves into his incredible story of resilience, how he overcame a devastating cancer diagnosis at 18, and how this battle shaped his personal and professional life. Highlighting key themes of gratitude, empathy, and the power of positive thinking, Steve discusses the impact of cancer on his leadership style and offers valuable advice for those facing personal challenges. The conversation also touches on the importance of relationships and knowing one's story. Steve's newly released book, Greatfruit, captures these life-changing experiences and provides further insights into his journey.ADDITIONAL RESOURCESConnect with Steve Garraty: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevegarratyGet Greatfruit at Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/greatfruit-steve-garraty/1147081359 Get Greatfruit on Amazon: https://a.co/d/2sWFNEwExplore Force Management's Free SKO Planning Resources: https://hubs.li/Q03K94cs0Read the Guide on Six Critical Priorities for Revenue Leadership in 2026: https://hubs.li/Q03JN74V0Watch Force Management's Panel Discussion on Growth, Valuation and Execution: https://bit.ly/4p6kyGSEnjoying the podcast? Sign up to receive new episodes straight to your inbox: https://hubs.li/Q02R10xN0HERE ARE SOME KEY SECTIONS TO CHECK OUT[00:01:13] Steve's Early Life and Cancer Diagnosis[00:01:39] The Battle with Cancer[00:02:02] Life After Cancer: Career and Family[00:03:04] Writing 'Great Fruit' and Reconnecting with John[00:08:08] Steve's Journey Through Chemotherapy[00:10:21] The Mental and Physical Toll of Cancer Treatment[00:22:08] Finding Blessings Amidst Tragedy[00:26:33] The Importance of Relationships and Leadership[00:34:49] The Brutal Interview Process[00:36:02] Revealing the Cancer Story[00:39:17] Writing the Book: A 37-Year Journey[00:46:58] Mindset and Health: The Power of Positive Thinking[00:54:19] Impact on Sales Career and Leadership[00:57:39] Advice for Overcoming Personal ChallengesHIGHLIGHT QUOTES[00:01:48] “He went from victim to Victor, from asking ‘Why me?' to ‘Why not me?'”[00:21:32] “Blessings can be found amidst the tragedies.”[00:25:11] “Every day is a gift.”[00:26:20] “You never know what people are going through—everybody's got a story.”[00:27:51] “The greatest sign of leadership is when your people don't need you anymore.”[01:00:48] “If you're going through something tough, the worst thing you can do is isolate.”[01:01:14] “Just show up. You don't have to say anything.”[00:27:09] “I want to help people achieve success—not for me, but for them.”[00:25:36] “Perspective is what turns adversity into a blessing.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Developing Critical Thinking Skills Through Journaling In this episode, Adam shares his experience using Journaling to change his approach to conflict resolution, internal processing and relationship building. The post Developing Critical Thinking Skills Through Journaling appeared first on Journey Coaching.

#248: Learn to escape the trap of over-optimizing and design a more meaningful life. We explore setting boundaries, resetting priorities, and turning failure into fuel for success. We also dive into Tim's creative process behind his new card game and the surprising value of play. Tim Ferriss is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, and host of The Tim Ferriss Show, one of the world's most popular podcasts with over a billion downloads. He loves experimenting with productivity, health, storytelling, personal growth, and, most recently, card games. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/tim-ferriss-over-optimizing-failure-play Partner Deals DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent NetSuite: Free KPI checklist to upgrade your business performance Shopify: $1/month trial for the easiest e-commerce platform Mercury: Help your business grow with simplified finances For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Tim: Website | Podcast | X The 4-Hour Workweek The 4-Hour Body The 4-Hour Chef THE NO BOOK Where Are You Still Using Single-Ply? Coyote Card Game Terry Real's Books Stumble Upon Diggnation Personal Power by Tony Robbins Secrets of Power Negotiating by Roger Dawson AcroYoga Exploding Kittens Think Like a Game Designer Podcast Procreate ATH Podcast Ep #216: Purpose, Friendship, and Human Skills with Simon Sinek Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (00:45) When Tim Realized That Optimization Could Bend Life in His Favor (06:40) The Role of Patience in Optimization (08:14) Dialing Back on Optimizing (11:23) Do Relationships Require Less Optimization? (16:45) Fighting Natural Tendencies for a Better Life (19:57) The Impact of Journaling (23:42) Does Tim Still Find Himself Over-Optimizing? (25:14) The 3 Levels of Listening (29:47) Designing for States (31:40) Different Lenses for Optimization (36:28) The Optimizer Curses (40:53) How to Avoid Decision Fatigue (45:32) Being Rich Enough to Rent (48:37) Knowing When to Say “Yes or “No” (55:35) Active vs. Passive Intuition (01:01:40) How Decisions Get Influenced When You Have Kids (01:08:01) Is "Play" a State to Aim For? (01:13:38) Incorporating Play in Adulthood (01:18:13) The Process of Creating a New Card Game (01:28:18) The Next Big Project for Tim (01:30:53) Humans as Storytellers (01:34:10) Where to Find Tim & His Work Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor's Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Acta Non Verba, host Marcus Aurelius Anderson shares a powerful solo reflection on the dangers of drifting through life unconsciously. Drawing from his own life-changing experience, Marcus reveals how awareness and decisive action can transform adversity into victory, and offers practical steps for listeners to sharpen their focus and live a life of action, not words. Episode Highlights: [1:15] Marcus’s personal story: from paralysis to awakening through adversity [3:42] Practical steps to cultivate awareness and break free from unconscious habits [5:07] After-action items and how to join the Okta Non-Verba Inner Circle for more resources Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our second September episode, host and gerontologist, Sherri Snelling, focuses on World Alzheimer's Month as she talks with Dr. Tina Sadarangani, creator of Enlightened Caregiver in Instagram for dementia caregiving tips and inspiration as well as her innovative new app, CareMobi, for family care coordination. Sherri and Dr. Tina also talk about the latest Alzheimer's research and lifestyle prevention results – can we protect ourselves from later life dementia? And they talk about Emma Heming Willis, wife of actor Bruce Willis and her new book on caregiving self-care and some of the backlash she has received on social media as well more great insights on brain health. For CAREGIVER WELLNESS NEWS, Sherri focuses on World Alzheimer's Month and September Self-Care Month as she reveals more research about lifestyle choices and Alzheimer's risk, including how copper in your diet and journaling for your mind help reduce your risk. Sherri also gives a shoutout to a friend and colleague whose new fashion line for pickleball supports brain health research. And, a nod to the first responders of 9/11 who are showing signs of dementia 20 years earlier than is typical – and why environmental wellness is a key part of brain health. In WELL HOME DESIGN NEWS, Sherri talks about September as Emergency Preparedness Month and offers a free webinar on our YouTube channel for caregivers to help themselves and their older loved ones prepare for natural disasters. Sherri also does another shoutout to Theora Care and its “No Fear” campaign, this time talking about dementia adults and wandering as well as Zinnia TV which has new research on why dementia-focused content improves an Alzheimer's adult physical and emotional health. Sherri also talks about the recent Tik Tok trend of “Depression Room” videos and how they relate they have a negative mental health impact. The solution? Sherri talks about Dopamine Design and her 5 Cs for Age-Friendly and Dementia-Friendly Design at home – especially when it comes to hacks on how to declutter in 7-minute sessions. (4:35) – Caregiver Wellness News (26:45) Interview with Dr. Tina (1:04:32) – Well Home Design News Take Care and Stay Well! Find out more at: caregivingclub.com/podcast/

What if your journal isn't just a notebook, but a portal? A doorway that helps you see life differently. In today's episode, I want to share a personal story about how journaling with intention didn't just give me clarity-it led me into prayer, fasting, and ultimately a 27-pound weight loss.More than that, it gave me spiritual, mental, and emotional strength in one of the hardest seasons of my life.This isn't about diet trends or quick fixes, it's about the surprising ways reflection and writing can change everything when we allow it to. Let's dive in...........Share your thoughts in the comments.Let's continue the conversation on Instagram @thejournalcoachingco.

In the closing episode of our Suicide Prevention Awareness Month series, April welcomes therapist Jared Jones back to the podcast for a compassionate and practical conversation about what to do when suicidal thoughts arise — either in your life or someone else's.Jared offers evidence-based tools, calming strategies, and long-term practices to reduce risk and foster resilience. He explains what emotional crisis looks like from a neurological perspective, how to recognize when someone is in danger, and how to respond with presence, compassion, and confidence.Whether you're personally struggling or supporting a loved one, this episode equips you with grounding techniques, mindset anchors, and safety planning strategies — and encourages you to take one small step toward connection and healing.

Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:03:07) - Cal's military background (00:13:59) - Transitioning into a family business (00:19:35) - Implementing EOS (00:25:08) - The journey to compassionate leadership (00:36:16) - Prioritizing self-care and meditation (00:37:19) - Journaling techniques and prompts (00:39:02) - Mental health stigma and therapy (00:40:16) - Daily intentions and successes (00:42:28) - Leadership (00:47:28) - Coaching and team building (00:58:45) - Writing a book (01:03:10) - Resources Links: Scribe — https://scribemedia.com Entrepreneurial Compassion: An Entrepreneur's Journey Through Combat, Suicide, and the Discovery of Compassionate Leadership - https://amzn.to/4nqH6AK To support the costs of producing this podcast:  >> Buy a copy of the Navalmanack: www.navalmanack.com/  >> Buy a copy of The Anthology of Balaji: https://balajianthology.com/ >> Sign up for my online course and community about building your Personal Leverage: https://www.ejorgenson.com/leverage  >> Invest in early-stage companies alongside Eric and his partners at Rolling Fun: https://angel.co/v/back/rolling-fun >> Join the free weekly email list at ejorgenson.com/newsletter >> Text the podcast to a friend >> Or at least give the podcast a positive review to help us reach new listeners! We discuss: How military battle drills shaped Cal's approach to business leadership How EOS changed about his company and personal life Why compassion is both a moral imperative and a business advantage Tactical ways Cal builds emotional awareness into his leadership habits How journaling, meditation, and presence help fuel resilience and clarity Quotes from Cal: "The more compassion I showed my team, the more profit we made. It's not soft—it's smart." "They'll never care how much you know until they know how much you care." "Every really good unit has this thing called a tactical SOP—just like your business has processes." "EOS gave me the ability to step back, let the team lead, and focus on building the future." "I went from working 90 hours a week in the business to now doing one meeting a week." "The business stops running you, and you start running it." "When we can be driven and compassionate, the sky's the limit." "As entrepreneurs, we're good at putting out fires—and if there isn't one, we'll start one just to feel busy." "My brother's death has to mean something—this book is how I make sure something good comes from it." "I want to create a million compassionate leaders and prevent a hundred thousand suicides." "This isn't about monetizing trauma—every cent from the book goes to suicide prevention." Important Quotes from the podcast on Business and Entrepreneurship   There is no skill called “business.” Avoid business magazines and business classes. - Naval Ravikant   You have to work up to the point where you can own equity in a business. You could own equity as a small shareholder where you bought stock. You could also own it as an owner where you started the company. Ownership is really important.     Everybody who really makes money at some point owns a piece of a product, a business, or some IP. That can be through stock options if you work at a tech company. That's a fine way to start. 

[00:00] A warm welcome to listeners around the globe (still waiting for Antarctica!)[02:00] The stressful lead-up to moving from New Jersey to Florida[08:00] How their Great Pyrenees, Aphrodite, became the unlikely guide to the right home[15:00] Grief and trust: losing Aphrodite just months after moving[20:00] Recognizing God's orchestration in life's chaos[27:00] Why kindness to yourself matters in seasons of stress[35:00] Journaling, scripture, and prayer as tools for realignment[42:00] Living Isaiah 55:8–9: learning God's thoughts and walking in His waysScripture Reference: Isaiah 55:8–9Key Takeaway: Even when the world feels chaotic, God's vision is higher and His plan is greater than what we can see.

Most innovation leaders are performing someone else's version of innovation thinking.   I've spent decades in this field. Worked with Fortune 100 companies. And here's what I see happening everywhere. Brilliant leaders following external frameworks. Copying methodologies from people they admire. Shifting their approach based on whatever's trendy. But they never develop their own innovation […]

In this episode, I share the deeper intentions behind the book—why I believe true growth happens when we dare to expand beyond our comfort zones. It's not just about inspiration; it's about embracing the messiness, the pauses, and the small, courageous steps that lead to transformation.I invite you to see every action—no matter how small—as an act of audacity. Journaling prompts and sharing your journey are powerful tools to deepen your awareness and commitment. Instead of labeling yourself as busy, consider shifting to a mindset of abundance, recognizing that growth often requires patience and gentle persistence.This isn't about perfection or speed; it's about honoring where you are and trusting that each step—whether a punch, pivot, or pause—is part of your expansion. My hope is that you feel permission to move forward with curiosity, compassion, and courage, knowing that every act of daring is a step toward becoming more fully yourself.

5 Fresh Tips: Find Your Voice After Divorce with Writer and Director Dara ResnikFiguring out how to find your voice after divorce can feel overwhelming. Many people lose a sense of identity during a marriage, especially in relationships marked by control, neglect, or emotional abuse. The good news? You are not alone, and you can rediscover your voice, your story, and your confidence.Writer and director Dara Resnik—a Fresh Starts Expert—shares her personal wisdom and practical tools to help you rebuild after divorce. From journaling to therapy to creative outlets, these five tips will give you actionable ways to reclaim your narrative and start fresh.Learn more about Dara Resnik on her Fresh Starts Profile and hear the three things she learned from her divorce on the Divorce Happens podcast.1. Start JournalingBuy a journal and make writing in it a daily practice. Even if all you can manage is scribbling the same word over and over, eventually your truth will come out. Journaling is a powerful way to reconnect with yourself and put words to experiences you've been holding inside.2. Work with a TherapistAfter divorce, you may feel upside down with no words for what just happened. A therapist can help you identify and label emotions—especially if your marriage silenced or invalidated your feelings. Having someone reflect your truth back to you is essential in healing.3. Join a Divorce Support GroupDivorce chat groups exist everywhere: Reddit, TalkAboutMarriage, Facebook. Finding people who “get it” helps you feel less isolated and more empowered to process your story. Dara found support in a group specifically for female writers divorcing narcissists.4. Explore Creative ExpressionArt, poetry, screenwriting—whatever feels natural to you—can become a lifeline in rediscovering your voice. Whether it's an online poetry course, an art class at your local community center, or writing your own screenplay, creative outlets provide both healing and joy.5. Share Your Story SafelyAs you piece together your narrative, practice sharing it with close, trusted friends. Humans are storytellers. After being gaslit or silenced, telling your story helps you take back power. Just make sure your audience is supportive, compassionate, and safe.Final ThoughtsFinding your voice after divorce isn't instant—it's a practice. With journaling, therapy, supportive communities, creativity, and trusted friends, you can slowly build a new narrative that reflects your resilience and strength. Divorce may feel like an ending, but it's also the beginning of rediscovering who you are.

Visit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation. www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.In this conversation, Dr. Jerry Woodbridge shares her personal journey through grief after losing her husband to colon cancer. She discusses the importance of journaling as a tool for processing emotions and how her experiences led her to write children's books that address grief. The conversation emphasizes the role of faith in navigating loss and the significance of love in the grieving process. Dr. Woodbridge highlights the need for resources to help children and adults alike deal with unresolved grief, advocating for a narrative approach to healing.TakeawaysDr. Jerry Woodbridge lost her husband to colon cancer in 2004.Journaling became a crucial tool for processing her grief.Children need narratives to understand and process their grief.Faith plays a significant role in coping with loss.Grief can draw individuals closer to God or create distance.Unresolved grief can affect adults who lost loved ones as children.Love is the foundation of both joy and sorrow.Writing for children about grief is essential for their healing.Support from the community is vital during the grieving process.Dr. Woodbridge's books aim to help children navigate their emotions. Dr. Woodbridge's information:Website: drjerrylwoodbridge.comBlog: https://jerrylwoodbridge.blog/ Amazon Author PageMentioned in this episode:25/40 Campaign

If you've been wanting to get started with reading your Bible and prayer journaling, but you don't know where to even start, or how you're supposed to do it, this episode is for you. Incorporating practices like prayer journaling can help you focus your thoughts and see God's fingerprints all over your story. Today, I'm sharing some tips and the recipe I use to journal t help you get started. Feel free to make it your own and ask any questions you have along the way! Resources mentioned in this episode: YouVersion Bible app - https://www.youversion.com/the-bible-app/ Streetlights Bible app - https://www.streetlightsbible.com/ The Bible Recap Podcast by Tara-Leigh Cobble - https://www.thebiblerecap.com/podcast Connect with us! Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.pzazzonline.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/pzazzartstudio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/pzazzartstudio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Text us: 1-334-249-1818

Send us a textContent Warning: This episode contains an in-depth discussion about suicide, depression, and mental health statistics that may be distressing for some listeners. Please listen with care.What if the deadliest crisis facing our youth isn't being discussed on the nightly news?In this urgent and unflinching solo episode, host Lira Ndifon confronts one of the most painful truths of our time: the epidemic of suicide among young people. Armed with heartbreaking statistics from the CDC, Lira reveals that suicide is the second leading cause of death for people aged 10-34 in the United States—a statistic that should be headline news, yet is met with silence. This is not just an episode; it's a powerful call to action to break the stigma and start the conversations that will save lives.Lira dismantles the dangerous myth that talking about suicide encourages it, arguing that open, honest dialogue is our most powerful tool for prevention. She explores the complex and often overlooked factors contributing to this crisis, from the immense societal pressure on teens to the unique mental health struggles of young men, older men, and even our frontline healthcare workers. This episode is a direct appeal to parents, caregivers, and educators to understand the reality of what our children are facing.This is a must-listen for anyone who wants to be part of the solution. You will discover:The Sobering Data: A clear breakdown of the suicide crisis and which demographics are most at risk.Why Silence is So Dangerous: The psychological reasons we avoid this topic and why speaking up is an act of communal healing.Four Practical Tools for Mental Wellness: Lira provides a simple, powerful toolkit—including journaling, meditation, exercise, and community—that you can use to support your own mental health and the health of those you love.A Message of Profound Hope: A direct, heartfelt message to anyone struggling, reminding them of their worth, their purpose, and the magnificent fact of their existence.This is the conversation we need to be having. It's a reminder that every life is precious and that healing begins the moment we are brave enough to speak our truth.If this episode moved you, please share it with someone who needs to hear it.Support the showCall to Action: Engage with the Self-Reflection Podcast community! Like, follow, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube (Self-Reflection Podcast by Lira Ndifon), and all major podcast platforms. Share your insights and feedback—we value your contributions! Suggest topics you'd like us to explore. Your support amplifies our reach, sharing these vital messages of self-love and empowerment. Until our next conversation, prioritize self-care and embrace your journey. Grab your copy of "Awaken Your True Self" on Amazon. Until next time, be kind to yourself and keep reflecting.

Do you really know yourself? In this episode, I share how journaling can help you uncover unconscious patterns, break free from limiting beliefs, and create real change. I'll teach you how to ask the right questions, go beneath the surface, and use pen and paper to gain clarity in your life. The Mindset Mentor™ podcast is designed for anyone desiring motivation, direction, and focus in life.     Past guests of The Mindset Mentor include Tony Robbins, Matthew McConaughey, Jay Shetty, Andrew Huberman, Lewis Howes, Gregg Braden, Rich Roll, and Dr. Steven Gundry   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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