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Did you know? Our brains make instant, unconscious judgments about who's “safe” or “like us.” This hardwired survival instinct can make it tough to create inclusive workplaces! But the good news is there are crucial steps to overcoming it, and we'll explore just that in this episode of the HAPPINESS SQUAD Podcast. Ashish Kothari sits down with Shannon Murphy, Co-founder of BrainSkills@Work and Co-Author of the Neuroscience of Inclusion, to dive into brain states, empathy circuits, and ways to build a culture where inclusivity is natural, not forced.Shannon Murphy, M.A., is a sought-after consultant, executive coach, where she applies neuroscience to diversity and inclusion. For over 15 years, she's led large-scale D&I initiatives for major clients like Deloitte and AT&T, impacting over 20,000 employees. Harvard-certified in NeuroBusiness coaching, Shannon co-authored The Neuroscience of Inclusion, offering leaders tools to address unconscious bias and foster inclusivity across cultures. Learn how to shape a brain-friendly work environment that breaks barriers and builds meaningful relationships. Things you will learn in this episode:• How the “us versus them” mentality impacts inclusivity• How leaders can recognize and reduce biases within their teams• Creating a brain-friendly work environment• Why self-awareness if important in inclusivity• The role of appreciation in inclusivityResources:✅• The HeartMath Institute: https://www.heartmath.org/ • The Welltory App: https://welltory.com/• Sadhguru's Isha Kriya Meditation: https://isha.sadhguru.org/sg/en/yoga-meditation/yoga-program-for-beginners/isha-kriya-meditation Books:✅• Neuroscience of Inclusion by Mary E. Casey and Shannon Murphy Robinson: https://www.amazon.com/Neuroscience-Inclusion-New-Skills-Times/dp/1432787225 • The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama• Hardwired for Happiness by Ashish Kothari: https://www.amazon.com/Hardwired-Happiness-Proven-Practices-Overcome/dp/1544534655

Կազմակերպական զարգացման փորձառու քոուչ Արմինե Մկրտչյանը կիսվել է ժամանակակից աշխատաշուկայի առանցքային միտումների մասին: Վերլուծել ենք կորպորատիվ մշակույթի դերը, ղեկավարների ազդեցությունը թիմի վրա և երիտասարդ մասնագետների փոփոխվող սպասելիքները աշխատաշուկայում: Էպիզոդում անդրադարձ ենք նաև աշխատավայրում առողջ միջավայրի ձևավորման ու պահպանման գործնական մոտեցումներին՝ հիմնված իրական օրինակների վրա: Էպիզոդի ավարտին 5 հարց ենք առանձնացրել, որոնցով էլ ավելի լավ կճանաչեք Արմինեին ու կստանաք լավ խորհուրդներ իրենից։ 

In this episode of the Just Schools Podcast, Jon Eckert interviews Dr. Ann Marie Taylor. The discussion covers various aspects of educational leadership and the unique approaches taken at Horse Creek Academy. Ann Marie emphasizes the importance of celebrating and honoring teachers to prevent the profession from declining and shares innovative practices at her school, such as on-site daycare and providing amenities like a coffee bar for staff. Additionally, the conversation explores the distinctions between joy and happiness, drawing on insights from books such as "The Book of Joy" by the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu, and "Dare to Lead" by Brené Brown.  The Just Schools Podcast is brought to you by the Baylor Center for School Leadership. Each week, we'll talk to catalytic educators who are doing amazing work. Be encouraged. Books Mentioned: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama , Desmond Tutu, and Douglas Carlton Abrams Dare to Lead by Brene Brown Connect with us: Baylor MA in School Leadership Jon Eckert LinkedIn Twitter: @eckertjon Center for School Leadership at Baylor University: @baylorcsl   Transcript: Jon Eckert: Today we're here with Dr. Anne Marie Taylor. She is the lead learner, love that title, at Horse Creek Academy in South Carolina. I love the work that she does and the fact that she teaches a criminology course on top of being what most people would call a principal. So Ann Marie, thanks for being with us today, and thanks for what you do at Horse Creek. Ann Marie Taylor: Yeah, it's the best gig ever. Jon Eckert: Yes, I love that. I love the energy you bring. We got to be together just a couple of weeks ago as we talked to the Collective Leadership Initiative in South Carolina. We've been working on that for eight years. You've been a part of it with your school for five years. Talk to us a little bit about how your school approaches collective leadership and how it's part of what you talk about nicely, about the norms, that you have created at Horse Creek Academy. Could you talk a little bit about that? Ann Marie Taylor: Yeah. First of all, I was fangirling a little bit when we saw each other a couple of weeks ago, so I just need to admit that just in case anyone's listening. But ... Jon Eckert: That's the first time that's ever happened, Ann Marie. Ann Marie Taylor: No, it's not. Okay, it's the nerd version. It's the nerd version of fangirl Jon Eckert: Okay. I'll accept nerd version Ann Marie Taylor: Okay, so I had never been a school leader previous to coming to Horse Creek Academy. I guess no one else interviewed that had any experience at all, so they picked me, which was a win. But the school had some amazing people and had so much potential. I remember walking in excited to see what I could do, but mostly realizing that in my previous leadership experience when I left, the work stopped and I was so ... Gosh, I was stuck by that a little bit. I was determined to not go into this new phase of leadership in my career with that same mindset. We dove right in. It's a charter school. It's been in existence 20 years in South Carolina. I went back to the original charter and the staff and I picked out a couple words that really stuck in the 10, 15 years that had been in existence that really stuck and those three words kind of guided us. But what I knew is it was such a big job, I couldn't do it by myself. I also knew that I had spent 16, 17 years in the profession at that point and felt like I never really fit in a traditional system. I was always too big or moving too fast or making too much change, and kind of was put in the corner. I think about that Dirty Dancing movie about Baby in the corner. But anyway- Jon Eckert: You let baby be put in the corner. Ann Marie, no. Ann Marie Taylor: Yes, so I was determined to think through how to do leadership different. Number one, selfishly, because I knew that there was a lot to offer and there was a lot of change ahead, and I knew it was going to be a ton of work. But mostly because I knew that the only thing I knew how to do maybe was build a team. I used that to my advantage and really found the best people around me that could help. We had visited a school in South Carolina that was a part of this initiative already, and I fell in love with the idea that anyone could lead, and how I desperately wanted that as a teacher and I never could get it. We started by diving into norms and expectations and saying something that I've repeated millions of times, "Hey, I can almost guarantee I'll disappoint you, but I'll disappoint you a lot less if we set up norms and expectations." When I talk about norms and expectations, I think about when I was a classroom teacher, most of my years have been in special education, and most of those years were in self-contained classrooms. I remember because of students with behavior disorders that I would work with, that they needed ownership and they wanted to say. If I could give them a choice, even if it was a forced choice, they would typically take me up on my offer. What I realized is adults are the same way, right? They just want to be heard. I wanted a voice and I wanted a choice, and so I bet other people felt that way too. To begin with, I used the same strategies I used with my students with behavior disorders, and honestly, that's where I started, norms and expectations and voice and choice. It's a crazy way to start, but it worked perfectly. Jon Eckert: Well, it's not crazy. Ann Marie Taylor: Yeah. Jon Eckert: You went in knowing that you couldn't do it on your own and that you came from a position where you had wanted to have more leadership and not just voice or buy-in, but you wanted ownership. Ann Marie Taylor: Right. Jon Eckert: You stepped in and said, "Hey, that's what we're going to give." And what I love is use DC and Ryan's work that Daniel Pink popularized in Drive where you said, "Hey, people want choices." Ann Marie Taylor: Yeah. Jon Eckert: With increased competence comes the desire for more autonomy, but it has to be autonomy within the parameters of, "What's the mission of the school?" You mentioned there were three words that you chose at the school. What were those three words? I didn't hear you say them, did I? Did you share them? Ann Marie Taylor: Yeah. Yeah, so the three words that we kind of navigated through and found in the original charter were flexibility, service, and connection. We actually voted on those words as a new staff, and we voted then to create norms and expectations for each other. I can't remember all five my first year, but I remember one was see a need, fill a need. Our norms we've created now five years in a row, and we have staff norms that we work on together on our first day back to school where we vote, make tallies. We do a whole lesson on norms and expectations. Then the expectation is that in every meeting, in every sit-down, in every coffee bar chat, we're going to talk about norms and expectations, including with our parents, with our students. It's become just, well, for a better word, a norm in our system where we just always start with expectations. I think that really started us and grounded us, maybe focusing on the work. Flexibility, service, connection, every decision we make runs through those three words, and obviously that goes so well with the work of collective leadership. It was a win for sure. Jon Eckert: Well, what I love there, you just described Bill Coon, who is principal at Meadow Glen, I don't know if- Ann Marie Taylor: Oh my God, by the way, I'm a fangirl for Dr. Coon as well. Jon Eckert: Yes. He talks about the three buckets, and if it doesn't fit in those three buckets, they don't do it. We need more of those three bucket principles. Ann Marie Taylor: Yeah. Jon Eckert: Flexibility, service, connection. I also love that you saw that you had the see a need, fill a need because that follows that tenet of collective leadership, that leadership's not about the position or the person, it's about the work. Ann Marie Taylor: Right. Jon Eckert: If you see that need and you fill that need and you do that with others, and others are following you and you're walking alongside, then you're leading. Ann Marie Taylor: Right, right. Jon Eckert: Why are we hung up on who's the official leader, who's not? See a need, fill a need. That's what leaders do, and that changes the culture of the school or builds the culture, in your case, because you all were starting from that place. Ann Marie Taylor: Yeah. Jon Eckert: That creates a very different dynamic where people aren't sitting around waiting for you as the lead learner to be telling them how they should be learning and what they should be leading. It's "We're doing this together." I think that's pretty powerful. Ann Marie Taylor: Well, and what's ironic about it is now they don't need me really. Sometimes I walk around and think, "God, the school board could fire me today and these guys would be just fine." But I guess that's what I've been trying to build, so I'm thankful that they don't necessarily need me in the same ways. Because their coaching skills have gotten so good over the years, I find myself a lot of times trying to copy them because they're just smarter than me now. I'm so thankful for that part. Jon Eckert: What you described, in my mind, is the ideal leader in a learning organization. Ann Marie Taylor: Yeah. Jon Eckert: You want them to not be dependent on you. You want to add value, but you want to have created these networks and webs that function regardless if you're there or not. Today you're home with a kid who needs you, and I'm sure Horse Creek Academy ran smoothly. Ann Marie Taylor: Yeah. Jon Eckert: That's powerful. Ann Marie Taylor: That's really a huge win. Honestly, that's what I'd worked towards because I knew what that looked like. The other thing I think that's interesting is that we've kind of taken the work of CLI to a level that maybe even others haven't yet. Let me give you an example. We have three paraprofessionals on our leadership team that make just as many decisions as I do every day. These are people that don't necessarily have advanced degrees, but immediately when we got to know them, saw intense leadership capacity. It was like, "Let me get out of your way and figure out how you can do this." It's been so beautiful to watch folks that had always been, for example, a traditional teaching assistant in a special ed classroom, and would never move out of that pay grade or leadership level, to take on positions that are critical to the organization. Because of that, I can take a back burner with a lot of different things and spend an hour and a half of my day teaching students and reminding myself how hard it is and how intense it is and how important the relationship is. When I have conversations with teachers, I can say, "Yeah, I totally get it," because I have 47 of them and they're pretty tough and most days I don't win. Some days I think I'm winning an Emmy and they're looking at me like they're not interested. That has been critical. It's not like I come into sub, it's like I have a credit-bearing course every single day that I show up to. What's even more ironic is that I teach it in an open area in our commons, so I get traffic throughout. I didn't cap the class. Most of our classes are 19 or less and I have 47, so I have to be on because I'm in front of everyone and they are watching me. It forces me to be a better version of myself as a teacher. I learned that through the South Carolina Teacher of the Year program back in the day when people watched what we were doing, I innately got better. As a special ed teacher with no one ever watching you, you can really take a downward spiral in a lot of different ways. But because everybody was watching me because I was Teacher of the Year, I had to be on, and yeah, magically, it really made me a great teacher. That's how I feel now. Even when I want to be down and not really engaged and don't want to give it my all, I have to. That was on purpose too, so that's another strategy, but ... Jon Eckert: Yes. Well, the wisdom that comes, and I appreciate the humility in your description of why you do what you do, but having been Teacher of the Year and having had that recognition, clearly you know how to engage students and the best leaders that I know either really miss the classroom or they never leave it. Ann Marie Taylor: Right. Jon Eckert: You haven't left it and that's one of my favorite stories I've ever heard. 90 minutes a day in an open area with 47 students. Ann Marie Taylor: Yeah, 9th through 12th, by the way. Jon Eckert: Yeah. That's going to challenge any educator and to put yourself out there for others to see it, it not only allows you to remember what it is to be in the classroom, it builds so much credibility that, "Our leader or one of our leaders is doing this work alongside of us and in a way that anybody can see it." I think that goes a long way to building culture. One of the things you mentioned before we jumped on about is your idea about moving too fast. Sometimes you feel like maybe you move too fast, but then you question, well, maybe that's just part of the kind of innovating and iterating that you're doing. What do you mean you might've moved too fast? Ann Marie Taylor: Well, I think the first few years of this work, we lost some people along the way. They had to jump off because we were moving too fast. They had to take a break because change was happening too frequently or they just weren't a fit. I think there was this, as an educator, we have this weird guilt and shame over almost every decision we make. I don't know if that's typical, but for me it was like, "God, people are leaving. I'm not the favorite. This isn't the best." Those kinds of things. We had significant growth. To give you perspective, we had like 467 students when I got there, and this year we're at 1400. Jon Eckert: Wow. Ann Marie Taylor: We had insane growth, right overshadowing what happened with COVID or happening at the same time. I was building buildings, adding a high school, adding a career center. It was like drinking from the water hose, just 90 miles an hour. We lost people along the way and so I had some guilt and shame about moving too fast. But then I look back and think, "My God, if I wasn't risk-taking or being innovative or forcing people to move, number one, people might've stayed that shouldn't have." That's a harsh, honest reality. And it was clear where we were going, and sometimes we had to paddle and hold our heads just right above water because it wasn't perfect the whole way because we were making so much change and growing so fast. For six months I had all of our high school and middle schoolers, when our building wasn't finished, at a church in a sanctuary and in a common space where we were all teaching. I thought, "This is crazy. I don't know why we've moved this fast. We're six months and we don't have our building, blah, blah, blah." But it built so much culture and climate collectiveness, and we were weaved in a way that we hadn't been before. That's really a lot of where we got to know each other, in that sanctuary and in that main space. Even though you look along the way and think, "Wow, it's been a wild ride," you can look back and think, "Well, that's what innovation looks like a little bit." If you want to be a risk-taker and be innovative, sometimes you have to feel like you're drowning just for a little bit. Good news is it wasn't just me. I had a team of 30 people on a leadership team. At least we could hold each other while we were drowning instead of me being by myself, and so really don't know if we'd survive without collective leadership. Jon Eckert: Well, and I think that's right. I have one phrase in the Leading Together book, "It's not that many hands make light work, it's many hands make the work possible." Ann Marie Taylor: Yeah. Jon Eckert: When you're going that fast, you can't go that fast on your own. You're going to lose some people on the way and while you're losing people, which is sad to lose people, maybe they were not the right people to be on the bus, as Jim Collins talks about in Good to Great. It may be that fast-moving, we have a lot of kids who need what we're providing and we're providing it in these awkward spaces, but we're going to do it, that makes you really appreciative when you get into a space that's not everybody in a sanctuary or in the- Ann Marie Taylor: Oh, gosh. Jon Eckert: ... common space. I think that builds culture. You don't do it in order to build culture, but because of the work you did that created a very different dynamic for the people that were there at Horse Creek, that then feeds the people who come in because you know what you're coming into. This isn't a place to just sit back and relax. Ann Marie Taylor: Well, what's funny is now when I interview people, I've gotten to be blatantly honest. "Here's what it looks like." I'm like, "Hey, you'll probably never have a title that you're looking for and you might not even have an office. I know for sure we'll give you a desk and chair to sit somewhere at some point, but that's kind of how we roll." We have to be super-flexible because of the growth and so a lot of us don't have classrooms and share spaces and all those kinds of things. But I wouldn't have it any other way because when you walk in, there's an energy and a beauty and almost like it feels like a miracle to me just because I've been in so many schools and so many classrooms, and I know that it feels that way to other people because they tell me. I forget along the way until I visit somewhere else and come back. But it is very ... There's lots of movement, there's lots of energy, there's lots of relationship. Most nights I go to bed and pray that this will last just a little longer because I know it's not typical. Then the other side of me is like, "Oh my gosh, we have to announce this to the world because we are single-handedly going to save the profession. " Jon Eckert: Love that. Go with that to latter impulse there. I do think we need to trumpet these things because there are places like Horse Creek around that are doing these things, and the world has a great need for it. I think I mentioned this when I was with you all. I was at a UNESCO conference where I was speaking and it was trying to address the fact that there are 250 million school age kids who do not have a school to go to. A place like Horse Creek is truly a blessing and so you need to lean into that and love the fact that that's what you've built. I think what I'd like to move to now is just our lightning round to see how well you can do this. Ann Marie Taylor: Uh-oh. Jon Eckert: Word, sentence, or phrase, we'll go with four or five questions here. Ann Marie Taylor: Okay. Jon Eckert: First one, what is the worst piece of advice you've either given or received? Ann Marie Taylor: Worst piece of advice I was ever given is, "Start the year in August like you hate them and then discipline will be in check by December." Jon Eckert: Yeah, no. Yeah. Ann Marie Taylor: That's not me. If I'm going to do the opposite of what they tell me, I'm going to make sure I'm good at it. The opposite of that, of course, would be, "Man, build relationships from the moment you get them so that they will eat from your hands," so to speak. That was definitely the worst advice I've ever been given. But man, old, veteran teachers always want to tell you that when you first start. Jon Eckert: I know. 80% of the people that come on our podcast, that's the piece of advice that they're given that's bad and it's so sad. I love in your bio that you have is the "Lead learner, Horse Creek Academy. Ann Marie is a hot mess, in a fabulous way of course." That's welcoming because we're all kind of a hot mess when we're honest and that welcomes people in and makes them feel that. What's the best piece of advice you've either given or received? Ann Marie Taylor: My very first year going to get, so I have an undergraduate in criminal justice, and I have a master's in arts of teaching students with learning disabilities. I'm getting this master's degree. I've been to Catholic school my whole life, never been in a public school before. They don't have a classroom with kids with learning disabilities, but they have this little classroom in Florence, South Carolina with kids with severe and profound disabilities that I was going to do my student teaching in. I walked in to ... I can pick on her because she knows I pick on her, but she would wear, Kathy, my mentor, long dresses, angry special ed teacher, been doing this forever, doesn't really make eye contact. I was scared to death. It's the advice I've lived with, she said, "My job as your teacher is to make you better than I was ever as a teacher." I think about Kathy all the time and think about the people I work with and just making them better. That was advice that I think, God, has been used in every facet of my life. Jon Eckert: I love that. That's a beautiful image for a teacher. Ann Marie Taylor: Yeah, she's amazing. Jon Eckert: Yeah. What's one of your favorite books you've read in the last year? It could be education-related, it could be anything. Ann Marie Taylor: Oh, probably either a book called Joy. Jon Eckert: Mm. Ann Marie Taylor: It was the Dalai Lama, and I'm not remembering the other author, so forgive me, but I was doing some research because second semester I teach Psychology of Happiness. I was doing some research on joy, and that was pretty powerful. But a book that I just reread that is my all-time favorite book ever, at least right now, is Dare to Lead by Brene Brown. Jon Eckert: Oh, yeah. It's hard to beat that. Ann Marie Taylor: Yeah, those two have been important. I've been reading a lot on happiness because here I am, I'm going to teach this class, and I really don't know anything other than what I heard on a happiness podcast by Dr. Laurie Santos. I had to read a whole bunch of happiness books to try to get my material together. Jon Eckert: Yes. Well, that's great. I always differentiate joy and happiness, that happiness is circumstantial, but joy is something that can be deep and profound and abiding. Yes, the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu. Ann Marie Taylor: Yes, there you go. Jon Eckert: They wrote the Book of Joy. Yeah, it has to be fascinating to get that take. The next thing, I guess two last questions. What's the biggest challenge you see ahead for educators? We've been in CLI, you've been in for five years, I've been studying you for eight years. I see your data every year because the one who writes it up and reports on it. There's a lot of great things going on at Horse Creek, but what do you see as the biggest challenge facing educators right now? Ann Marie Taylor: If we don't figure out a way to celebrate and honor our teachers, I have a fear that the profession is going to dwindle down to a room or a school full of substitutes. I feel so lucky that I have no positions for next year. I feel so lucky that we've already hired and done all that, but the only reason we're in that position is because we do things different. We have onsite daycare for our staff, babies and toddlers, which is such a huge win. No faculty meetings, podcasting. I spend $4,000 a month on our coffee bar to make sure that we have creamer and coffee and snacks at every building. Full-length pictures. I could go on and on with the little things, but I feel like if people don't do something drastically different, we are not going to be winning and I just think that there are way too many great educators out there to not be winning at this. I don't mean winning just with test scores. Jon Eckert: No. Ann Marie Taylor: Test scores are important and we have been making gains, but to say that I'm not an excellent school, it's funny to me. Yeah, our report card's not excellent yet in South Carolina, and it will be at some point. But for me, if we don't as school leaders and school leadership teams and even districts start measuring other things, I think we're going to lose what we have. I think there's more to measure. I love to talk about our efficacy data. I love to talk about our student retention and our teacher retention rates. I love to talk about case studies and scenarios of kids and teachers and relationships and how things are different. I think there's so much more than the state-driven report card, and I think it's time to start talking about it because I don't think we're going to be around if we don't. Jon Eckert: Well, yeah, and your efficacy data is off the charts, and we know that's the single biggest factor John Hattie's team found for impacting those student learning outcomes, so totally agree. I definitely feel that challenge as well. I think that's real. But what's your greatest hope right now for education as you look at it through the lens of Horse Creek and your experience as South Carolina Teacher of the Year, all the different hats you've worn? What gives you the most hope? Ann Marie Taylor: The relationships that we have with our students and that they have with one another. I can think about our graduating class this year or our 400 high school students, and I think about their ability to work together and be creative and be innovative. There's great hope in that, that there's going to be a handful of people that really do expect voice and choice, and they're not going to stand for it otherwise. In my generation, teachers will stand for a whole lot that they shouldn't. We accept lack of autonomy, and we accept moving in a snail's pace sometimes and these kids won't. For that, amen. I feel like there could be some real innovation and change because they're not going to stand for it. They have boundaries set and good for them because I never did that. Jon Eckert: Yes. Love that, that's a great place to wrap up. I love that we focus on relationships and kids, and there's a lot of great stuff going on. We just need to highlight that and get off our negativity bias. Ann Marie Taylor: Yeah. Jon Eckert: Dr. Ann Marie Taylor, thank you for being with us today. Thanks for all you do. Ann Marie Taylor: Well, just lean in to the fact that you're a nerd fangirl situation here, and I'm so thankful for people that spend their time doing research to help us navigate what this looks like and to navigate it well, because your research and what you've done matters. I just am so thankful and I know everybody at Horse Creek is thankful as well. Jon Eckert: Oh, well, hey, thank you. It's great to highlight your work.

Ample is a new energy delivery solution for electric vehicles. It uses Modular Battery Swapping to deliver 100% charge to any EV in a few minutes. They're supported with $270M of investment from Shell, Moore Strategic Ventures, and strategic partners in Singapore and Thailand. John is a serial founder and executive in health, tech, and energy with multiple exits to Fortune 500 companies. In this episode, you'll learn these four important takeaways and much more. How to get to “yes” with customers by converting a harder capital expense to an easier operating expense Why their EV battery solution can be deployed in a whole city within a few weeks at far lower costs than EV fast chargers The benefits of saying yes more than no to grow from uncomfortable experiences Which two books keep him grounded and mindful as a leader

There is a difference between happiness and joy. Do you know what it is? Take a listen as Tex talks about the differences and how to hold each one. Tex Ellis is the managing clinical psychotherapist at Changing Patterns Psychotherapy Services, LLC in Annapolis MD. For more information: www.ChangingPatternsPsychotherapyServices.com (443) 261-5950 Office DISCLAIMER: Information contained in this video is for educational purposes only. It should not be perceived as a substitution for professional medical or psychological advice, diagnosis or treatment. It does not take the place of psychological or medical services. If you are experiencing any conditions or have specific symptoms and you might suspect that you are suffering from a mental or medical problem that would require mental health or medical services, please seek out the appropriate specialist for assistance. Changing Patterns Psychotherapy Services, LLC © 2024 Resources mentioned in the episode: The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living, by the Dalai Lama The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World, by the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu The Essential Fromm: Life Between Having and Being, by Eric Fromm, Ph.D

Read any good books lately? Cathy has, and she's here to share them with you! If you've been needing to add some new books to your list lately (and awesome ones at that) then this episode is for you. Cathy shares the titles of her recent favourites, plus gives you an insight into what they're all about and why you'll love them. From planning like a pro to self-care, Cathy's top picks of the moment cover a range of genres that every Allied Health Business Owner will appreciate. While you're listening to the episodes, you can have a look at these books yourself with the links below: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama How to Bullet Plan: Everything You Need to Know About Bullet Journaling by Rachel Wilkerson Miller The Song of Significance: A New Manifesto for Teams by Seth Godin  MiNDFOOD Magazine  Australian Geographic Magazine Connect with Cathy Love Visit Cathy's Website  Follow Cathy on Instagram (@nacre_consulting)  Connect with Cathy on Facebook  Connect with Cathy on LinkedIn  Connect with Nacre Consulting:  Join the Accelerator Mastermind  Complete the Allied Health Biz Quiz  Let's connect on Instagram  Follow us on Facebook  Let's connect on LinkedIn  Join our Facebook Group online community  More about The Private Practice Made Perfect Show:  The Private Practice Made Perfect podcast is a much loved conversation for those wanting to hear real life Australian Allied Health business stories, adventures and the occasional confession.  The outstanding guest list includes business owners and wonderful small business supporters such as accountants, marketers, bookkeepers, IT wizards, virtual assistants, lawyers and more.  As you know, it takes a village to run a business. Cathy gathers the tribe, captures the collective wisdom and conveniently delivers it to your earbuds.  All episodes are chatty, honest and practical… warning… we often stray from the topic, talk of wine and laugh loudly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chapter 1 What's The Book of Hope Book by Douglas AbramsThe Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World is a book by Douglas Abrams. It is a collaboration between Archbishop Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama, with Abrams serving as a moderator. The book focuses on the topic of joy and provides insights and teachings from the two spiritual leaders, who share their personal stories, experiences, and advice on finding happiness in the midst of life's challenges. It explores themes such as gratitude, compassion, forgiveness, and the power of perspective. Overall, the book aims to offer a guide for cultivating joy and finding hope in today's world.Chapter 2 Is The Book of Hope Book A Good BookYes, "The Book of Hope" by Douglas Abrams is generally considered a good book to read. It documents a conversation between the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, two renowned spiritual leaders, on finding joy and hope in challenging times. The book offers valuable insights and wisdom, and many readers have found it to be inspirational and uplifting. If you're interested in exploring themes of joy, resilience, and finding hope in difficult circumstances, "The Book of Hope" could be a worthwhile read for you.Chapter 3 The Book of Hope Book by Douglas Abrams SummaryThe Book of Hope is an inspirational book written by Douglas Abrams. It is a compilation of conversations with several influential figures, including the Dalai Lama, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and Reverend Mpho Tutu van Furth. The book focuses on the topic of hope and offers practical advice on how to cultivate and sustain hope in our lives.The conversations in the book delve into various aspects of hope, including the obstacles to finding hope, the power of forgiveness, and the importance of developing a compassionate mindset. The Dalai Lama and Archbishop Tutu share their personal experiences and wisdom, offering insights on how they have maintained hope in the face of adversity.Throughout the book, Abrams interweaves these conversations with his own reflections and stories from his experiences as an author and humanitarian. He presents a compelling argument that hope is not simply an abstract concept, but a transformative force that can positively impact our lives and the world around us.The Book of Hope also provides practical exercises and meditations to help readers nurture hope in their own lives. These exercises are designed to guide readers towards developing a more hopeful outlook, cultivating compassion and forgiveness, and overcoming the challenges that can hinder hopeful thinking.Overall, The Book of Hope is a thought-provoking and enlightening read that explores the power of hope and offers guidance on how to embrace and nurture it. It serves as a reminder that hope is not just wishful thinking, but a mindset that can lead to resilience, healing, and positive change. Chapter 4 The Book of Hope Book AuthorDouglas Abrams is an author, editor, and literary agent who co-authored the book "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" with His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. However, there is no information available about Douglas Abrams releasing a book called "The Book of Hope Book." It is possible that you might be referring to another author or book.As of my knowledge, Douglas Abrams has not released any other books as the primary author. However, he has worked as an editor and collaborated on various other projects. One notable work is "The Book of Joy," which was published in 2016 and received high acclaim.In terms of editions, "The Book of Joy" has been released in various formats, including hardcover, paperback, audiobook, and e-book. It...

In today's episode of Category Visionaries we speak with John Jahnke, CEO and Co-Founder of Tackle.io, a cloud go-to market platform that's raised over $148 Million in funding. Topics Discussed: John's background as a kid who loved computers and wanted to be a CEO The two founders John would have liked to meet, and what his favorite books are Why software companies have difficulties selling their product through cloud providers, and how Tackle.io helps them do that easily Achieving and keeping product-market fit, and the process, obstacles and rewards of creating a new product category How fundraising gets easier after the initial stage, and why it's important everyone in the company can tell the same story   Favorite book:  The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World

Sean Patton reveals his warrior mindset to help maximize your potential and performance. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How to get better at feeling grateful. 2) The root of every workplace failure–and how to overcome it. 3) The coaching approach that really works. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep919 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SEAN — Sean Patton's mission is to transform modern leadership into a driver of fulfillment, abundance, and freedom. He applied these principles while growing his own companies and now helps others unlock greatness through Stronger Leaders Stronger Profits, a leadership coaching and consulting company. Sean's leadership foundation was forged as a US Army Airborne Ranger and Special Forces Green Beret Commander, where he earned the respect of his men and chain of command while operating in hostile and politically sensitive environments. • Book: A Warrior's Mindset: The 6 Keys to Greatness • Website: StrongerLeadersStrongerProfits.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success by Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman, Kaley Klemp • Book: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, Douglas Carlton Abrams • Martial art: Jiu Jitsu • Concept: Dukkha • Study: The Harvard Happiness study as discussed by Robert Waldinger • Tool: Jasper — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • The Management Muse podcast. Sharpen your leadership skills with Cindi Baldi and Geoffrey Tumlin See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tony O'Neill sits down with Keith Denny, an outdoor and athletic footwear pioneer. With a career spanning decades working at iconic brands such as Keen, Converse, Timberland, and Nike, Keith has grown businesses with integrity and excellence, focusing on people development and innovative product creation. He shares his experiences and insight into the industry, stressing the importance of strong team culture, effective consumer insight and the necessity of innovation for growth. Keith also highlights the significance of sustainability and the future of the industry. Keith Denny's book recommendations Leaders Eat Last https://a.co/d/cN0YWva The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World https://a.co/d/b6BY9oO 01:13 Nike Rep brings a bag of shoes to choose from 02:39 Second part of this clip 05:59 Hiring the right fit for Nike retail 06:38 Nike Ekin Team 13:51 Using consumer insights 22:08 Overcoming challenges to grow Timberland globally 26:14 Building culture on a global scale 29:17 Global culture in the footwear industry 31:40 Balancing brand integrity, innovation and P&L globally 40:16 Outdoor Industry Sustainability Progression Highline Outdoor Group  https://www.highlineoutdoor.com/ LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/outdoorindustryrecruiter/

Since it's summer, I'll play my "on vacation" card and recycle this podcast, one of our most popular so far. Plus, Howard and Gratitude Railroad are putting on their upcoming 2023 Gratitude Investor Gathering on Sept. 10 - Sept. 13 at 1440 Multiversity in California. Check it out! Details here: "From outdoor sessions under the canopy of thousand-year-old redwoods, to fireside chats around roaring fire pits, this year's Gathering venue - 1440 Multiversity - specializes in curated experiences that inspire the best in the human spirit to cultivate the greater good. What we're excited about: Community-centric and purpose-driven programming designed to explore ideas and catalyze investments in nature-based solutions, the inclusive economy, equitable health, alternative energy, futurist food systems, & more... Trusted and deep relationships with values-aligned investors, founders, fund managers, academics, and impact leader Investment opportunities and tools for accelerating capital into enduring and equitable impact" --- ⭐ My guest on this podcast was Howard Fischer, the Chief Evangelist at Gratitude Railroad. Gratitude Railroad's mission is to support investors in moving capital from traditional finance to impact investments that create deep social and environmental impact, without compromising financial returns. His bio on the GR website is delightful in its brevity and insight into who he is. And I quote: “Uphill over downhill; Snow over sand; Read over watch; Trees over skyscrapers; Pizza over steak; Conversation over gossip; Disagree over agree; Instinct over spreadsheets; Relationship over contract.” ---

This episode we're talking about the concept of mass promotional book clubs! Whether it's One City, One Read, Canada Reads, or Oprah's book club, listen to us discuss if we read book club books, the celebrity book club we wish existed, and the idea of “the book club book.” You can download the podcast directly, find it on Libsyn, or get it through Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or your favourite podcast delivery system. In this episode Anna Ferri | Meghan Whyte | Matthew Murray | Jam Edwards Media We Mentioned The Corrections by Jonathan Franzen Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands by Kate Beaton A Million Little Pieces by James Frey The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama XIV and Desmond Tutu, translated by Douglas Carlton Abrams Links, Articles, and Things Oprah's Book Club Oprah's Book Club 2.0 Reese's Book Club Buffs One Read Rams Read Canada Reads One City One Book One Book, One Vancouver | Vancouver Public Library | BiblioCommons  Wanted: A Hitchhiker's Guide to the VPL's Book Choice #NerdyGirlzBookClub  Natalie's Book Club The Inner Lives of Book Clubs  35 Recent* Essay Collections by BIPOC Authors *Published within the last 2 years. Every month Book Club for Masochists: A Readers' Advisory Podcasts chooses a genre at random and we read and discuss books from that genre. We also put together book lists for each episode/genre that feature works by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, & People of Colour) authors. All of the lists can be found here. No Country for Eight-Spot Butterflies: A Lyric Essay by Julian Aguon Everybody Come Alive: A Memoir in Essays by Marcie Alvis-Walker Black on Black: On Our Resilience and Brilliance in America by Daniel Black ¡Hola Papi!: How to Come Out in a Walmart Parking Lot and Other Life Lessons by John Paul Brammer Unfollow Me: Essays on Complicity by Jill Louise Busby Black Paper: Writing in a Dark Time by Teju Cole Black and Female by Tsitsi Dangarembga Soil: The Story of a Black Mother's Garden by Camille T. Dungy Black Nerd Problems by William Evans & Omar Holmon Crimes of the Tongue: Essays and Stories by Alicia Gaspar De Alba Inciting Joy by Ross Gay Nonwhite and Woman: 131 Micro Essays on Being in the World edited by by Darien Hsu Gee & Carla Crujido Abolition Geography: Essays Towards Liberation by Ruth Wilson Gilmore Truth Telling: Seven Conversations about Indigenous Life in Canada by Michelle Good  Brown Neon by Raquel Gutiérrez My People: Five Decades of Writing About Black Lives by Charlayne Hunter-Gault You Don't Know Us Negroes and Other Essays by Zora Neale Hurston Quietly Hostile by Samantha Irby Some of My Best Friends: Essays on Lip Service by Tajja Isen Shelter: A Black Tale of Homeland, Baltimore by Lawrence Jackson Who Will Pay Reparations On My Soul? by Jesse McCarthy Carrying It Forward: Essays from Kistahpinanihk by John Brady McDonald The Racism of People Who Love You: Essays on Mixed Race Belonging by Samira Mehta She's Nice Though: Essays on Being Bad at Being Good by Mia Mercado Sometimes I Trip On How Happy We Could Be by Nichole Perkins The Future Is Disabled: Prophecies, Love Notes, and Mourning Songs by Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha You've Changed: Fake Accents, Feminism, and Other Comedies from Myanmar by Pyae Moe Thet War Please Don't Sit on My Bed in Your Outside Clothes by Phoebe Robinson Decolonial Marxism: Essays from the Pan-African Revolution by Walter Rodney People Change by Vivek Shraya Oh My Mother!: A Memoir in Nine Adventures by Connie Wang White Magic by Elissa Washuta Making Love with the Land by Joshua Whitehead Year of the Tiger: An Activist's Life by Alice Wong Making a Scene by Constance Wu Give us feedback! Fill out the form to ask for a recommendation or suggest a genre or title for us to read! Check out our Tumblr, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, join our Facebook Group, or send us an email! Join us again on Tuesday,  July 4th we'll be discussing non-fiction books about UFOs and Aliens! Then on Tuesday, July 4th we'll be pitching books for our very own annual One Podcast, One Book!

John and Mike conclude their conversation by discussing leadership, diversity, and personal growth. They also explore the remarkable resilience of Holocaust survivors and emphasize the importance of personal growth and mentors. In previous parts, they discussed Mike's Navy career, Top Gun school, failure, and personal growth. They also highlighted the importance of mentors, embracing new ideas, and addressing mental health stigmas among military personnel. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - The two requirements for a successful leader [04:00] - How to be an inclusive leader [06:25] - How to use human-centric leadership in the workplace [11:34] - Mike's definition of success [12:43] - What success means for a leader [13:29] - Mike's #1 daily habit [16:37] - The difference between joy and happiness [20:43] - How Mike invests in himself [25:01] - Mike's upcoming speaking engagement [31:15] - Book recommendations [35:22] - How to get a free signed copy of Mike's book NOTABLE QUOTES: "Give guidance and remove barriers. That's all a successful leader needs to do." "Success means reaching a Northstar and making progress towards it." "You might have to keep motivated by reminding yourself of what you've learned from failures." "Take advantage of every day and every opportunity that you have. Make something exciting happen each day, something that generates happiness." "Remember, you are the brand. The brand does not exist without you." "One of the best characteristics I've ever seen in world-class leaders is that they create other leaders." BOOKS MENTIONED: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama & Desmond TuTu (https://tinyurl.com/TheBookOfJoyDLDTT) The Ultimate Gift by Jim Stovall (https://tinyurl.com/TheUltimateGiftBook) The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle (https://tinyurl.com/ThePowerOfNowBookET) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://mikemanazir.com https://mikemanazir.com/product/book-signed-collectible/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemanazir/ https://www.instagram.com/mikemanazir.com2/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/mikemanazir/ https://twitter.com/manazirmike https://tinyurl.com/LearnHowToLeadToWinBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com     Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen     Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen     Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen     LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen     YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA     EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

It was a true joy and a great privilege to have former Division I NCAA basketball coach, current leadership coach and Gonzaga doctoral student, Adam Gierlach on this episode of the podcast. Adam and I share a passion for servant leadership which connected us together. Adam highlighted the importance of nurturing the attributes of care and curiosity to foster connections and relationships as servant leaders and shared a portion of his story of how he transitioned from basketball coach to leadership coach.  He reminds us that leadership doesn't need to have anything to do with one's status in a hierarchy, and that as a servant leader it should be more about one's focus on commitment to the growth of others. Adam illustrates the importance of decoupling career growth programs from leadership development and creating a dedicated path to focus on servant first instead of leader first mentalities. This means we are coaching those around us and helping them achieve their ideal self. Adam educates us on the powerful concepts of emotional contagions in organizations and highlights profound research that emphasize the importance of being in tune with the emotions in our teams. The research shows that the lowest performing teams are often characterized as focus on self and as having the lowest emotional range, whereas the highest performing teams have the highest emotional range. This highlights that the case could be made for emotions as one of the most important thing to study in organizations. Adam also teaches the profound implications of negative emotions and even worse the numbing reaction of indifference. Leaders who listen to this material will be better prepared to build a positive community with the real individuals on their teams.   Adam operates his own leadership coaching practice, Adam Gierlach Coaching, where he primarily works with athletic coaches and student-athletes, while also serving as a leadership coach for the Doerr Institute for New Leaders at Rice University, and the coaching company Ama La Vida, where he serves executives and leaders across a variety of organizations. He holds a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential from the International Coaching Federation (ICF), and is a certified leadership coach through Rice University's Doerr Institute for New Leaders. As a leadership coach, Adam helps leaders to become servant-leaders, and increase the capacity of individuals to lead. His work with others is a co-creative partnership that provides the time, space, and opportunity for you to learn about yourself, so you can serve others in more life-giving ways and act with greater impact. He transitioned into leadership coaching after nearly a decade in men's college basketball, serving as an Assistant Coach at Rice University and Cornell University. During his time at Cornell University, the program achieved their most successful season in eight years.  Adam is a doctoral student in Gonzaga University's School of Leadership Studies, where he studies servant-leadership and leader development. Adam earned his M.A. in Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Servant-Leadership from Gonzaga University, and a B.A. in History from Rice University. He resides in Spokane, Washington.  Resources: Adam Gierlach - Love in Basketball: Transforming Inappropriate Power in Men's College Coaching through a Servant-Led Response and Companionate Love https://ijsl.press.gonzaga.edu/articles/10.33972/ijsl.348 https://storage.googleapis.com/jnl-gl-j-ijsl-files/journals/1/articles/348/6398ce65c90fb.pdf Adam Gierlach - Love in Basketball Podcast  https://open.spotify.com/show/1eR6O5ydcNfChKnKAFL3jx?si=1851f0a78393416c Sigal Barsade and Olivia A. O'Neill - Manage Your Emotional Culture https://www.emcleaders.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Manage-Your-Emotional-Culture.pdf Marcus A. Canady (USCG) - Racial Tension in America Requires Intrusive Military Leadership https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/2020/june/racial-tension-america-requires-intrusive-military-leadership  Richard Boyatzis, & Kleio Akrivou - The ideal self as the driver of intentional change https://kempstreetpartners.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Boyatzis-Akrivou-2006-The-Ideal-Self-as-the-Driver-of-Intentional-Change.pdf His Holiness the Dalai Lama & ArchBishop Desmond Tutu - The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World The Book of Joy : Lasting Happiness in a Changing World   

In this episode of Conversations from Here I am honored and privileged to speak with John L. Tarpley, MD. He is Professor of Surgery, Emeritus at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the former Program Director for General Surgery Residents there. He has also been the Associate Chief of General Surgery at the VA Hospital and is currently the Academic Dean of the Pan-African Academy of Christian Surgeons. He is a passionate advocate for patients and doctors alike. He has spent a huge portion of his professional life in Africa-- specifically Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda and Botswana, training young surgeons and ministering to those most in need. "Tarp"-- as anyone in the hallowed halls of Vanderbilt will attest-- is a legendary character who is as humble as he is funny and as knowledgeable as he is wise. We talk about his life and work, discuss some of the challenges with getting medical care in places far from urban centers, his personal love story and an early obsession with college sports. It's a fascinating talk, indeed. Enjoy!   More on Dr. Tarpley: https://www.vumc.org/surgical-sciences/person/john-l-tarpley-md https://news.vumc.org/2016/07/26/tarpley-may-be-retiring-but-he-isnt-slowing-down/ https://paacs.net/   Books Mentioned: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World-- by the His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Archbishop Desmond Tutu & Douglas Abrams https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/533718/the-book-of-joy-by-his-holiness-the-dalai-lama-and-archbishop-desmond-tutu-with-douglas-abrams/   Long Walk to Freedom-- by Nelson Mandela https://www.littlebrown.com/titles/nelson-mandela/long-walk-to-freedom/9780759521049/  

My guest today is Howard Fischer, the Chief Evangelist at Gratitude Railroad and CEO of Basso Capital Management. Gratitude Railroad's mission is to support investors in moving capital from traditional finance to impact investments that create deep social and environmental impact, without compromising financial returns. His bio on the GR website is delightful in its brevity and insight into who he is. And I quote: “Uphill over downhill; Snow over sand; Read over watch; Trees over skyscrapers; Pizza over steak; Conversation over gossip; Disagree over agree; Instinct over spreadsheets; Relationship over contract.” In this episode, we talked about: His 40 years in hedge funds How his rebirth in 2013 while not religious was like a metaphorical move from Gordon Gekko to Dalai Lama His financial reckoning during the 2008 financial crisis when his hedge fund went from $3B to $300M The risks in wearing the golden handcuffs of fat paychecks from big-brand employers How philanthropy is broken and government is not a great problem solver Why we have to move more profit-driven capital to the climate sector Examples of the climate investments they've made at Gratitude Railroad, including a focus on organic waste management His theme of “Free the Money” and related investments in Climate First Bank and First Women's Bank Why we can't ask people to eat their broccoli (sorry, you have to listen to understand what this means) Some of his favorite books, such as The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World, Soulcraft: Crossing into the Mysteries of Nature and Psyche, and The Nutmeg's Curse: Parables for a Planet in Crisis And lots more Hope you enjoy. And give Howard a shout-out on LinkedIn or Twitter by sharing this podcast with your people. --- Entrepreneurs for Impact is on a mission to help climate innovators grow faster with new investment capital, share best practices among peers, expand their networks, and reach their full potential. Learn more: Climate CEO Mastermind Peer Groups — Our invite-only cohorts of 12 executives catalyze personal development and business growth via monthly meetings, annual retreats, and 1:1 coaching and strategy calls. Today's highly curated Mastermind members represent over $8B in market cap or assets under management. Newsletter — A 3-minute weekly summary of climate tech, startups, better habits, and deep work. Programs are led by Dr. Chris Wedding — 3x founder, $1B of investment experience, and Duke University and UNC-Chapel Hill professor, with 60,000+ professional students taught, 25 years of meditation, an obsession with constant improvement, and far too many mistakes to keep to himself. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/entrepreneurs-for-impact/message

Welcome to our second annual roundup of book recommendations from guests on the Human Insight Podcast.  It is a good mix of books, covering creativity, money, innovation and product development. There is even a children's book recommendation, as well as one for a newsletter.  Brave New Work by Aaron Dignan Gerrard: My Autobiography by Steven Gerrard Nudge: The Final Edition by Richard H. Thaler Jonathan Livingston Seagull: The Complete Edition by Richard Bach Build: An Unorthodox Guide to Making Things Worth Making by Tony Fadell The Gruffalo in Scots by Julia Donaldson The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama The Marginalian by Maria Popova Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts. by Brené Brown The Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness by Morgan Housel Birdgirl By Mya-Rose Craig End of Bias: A Beginning by Jessica Nordell Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Caroline Criado Perez How Democracies Die by Steven Levitsky Permanent Record by Edward Snowden The Mom Test: How to talk to customers & learn if your business is a good idea when everyone is lying to you by Rob Fitzpatrick Orbiting the Giant Hairball: A Corporate Fool's Guide to Surviving with Grace by Gordon MacKenzie The Intelligent Investor: The Definitive Book on Value Investing by Benjamin Graham Lean Enterprise: How High Performance Organizations Innovate at Scale by Jez Humble Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy Relationships by Marshall Rosenberg And don't forget, our own User Tested and The Digital Experience Company.

Welcome to our second annual roundup of book recommendations from guests on the Human Insight Podcast. It is a good mix of books, covering creativity, money, innovation and product development. There is even a children's book recommendation, as well as one for a newsletter. And don't forget, our own Janelle Estes and Andy MacMillan also wrote User Tested, which was published earlier this year. Brave New Work by Aaron DignanGerrard: My Autobiography by Steven GerrardNudge: The Final Edition by Richard H. ThalerJonathan Livingston Seagull: The Complete Edition by Richard BachBuild: An Unorthodox Guide to Making Things Worth Making by Tony FadellThe Gruffalo in Scots by Julia DonaldsonThe Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai LamaThe Marginalian by Maria PopovaDare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts. by Brené BrownThe Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness by Morgan HouselBirdgirl By Mya-Rose CraigEnd of Bias: A Beginning by Jessica NordellInvisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Caroline Criado PerezHow Democracies Die by Steven LevitskyPermanent Record by Edward SnowdenThe Mom Test: How to talk to customers & learn if your business is a good idea when everyone is lying to you by Rob FitzpatrickFollow us on LinkedIn or Twitter Co-host Janelle Estes | @janelle_estes Co-host Andy MacMillan | @apmacmillan Producer Nathan Isaacs | @isaacsnd UserTesting | @usertesting Have an episode suggestion or guest recommendation? Share on social with the tag #HumanInsights Get a free video of a real person reviewing your website

In this extra bonus episode, Zahra and Hien talk about celebrity/influencer culture, the social contract, and how we're all mining our lives for content in 2022. Subscribe for $5 a month to listen to the full 50 minute episode. Social Contract Theory The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by 14th Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu Follow us on social media Twitter: http://twitter.com/ThoughtfulWRPod Instagram: http://instagram.com/ThoughtfulWellnessRevolution Theme song: Katy Pearson

I reached out to invite Gavin Howarth to be a guest on the podcast for a number of reasons.  Firstly, he writes some of the most engaging and authentic posts I've seen on LinkedIN that get a lot of traction Secondly, one of his posts made reference to an experience he had whilst waiting to do a talk recently, and I knew that this would be useful to you. Thirdly, he is a brilliant leader and has a powerful vision for his company and his team that I am sure will be an inspiration to you.  So … who is he? Well Gavin is the Managing Director of Howarths, and his company helps thousands of other businesses manage one of the most challenging aspects of navigating growth - taking on and managing people. Howarths advises companies on HR, Employment law, Health & Safety, and getting the best out of a team, and their client retention rate is incredibly high.  In this show we cover what it takes to be a great leader and create a high performance culture underpinned by people who love to come to work.  But we of course also look at how Gavin has embraced authentic storytelling in his talks and linkedIn posts to grow a big following and attract more clients.  Enjoy!   What you'll discover: The key events that led Gavin to what he does today. Gavin's view on the three things that are most critical for sustainable success. Why Gavin gets reminded he is going to die 5 times a day. How Howarths develop and encourage personality and individuality at work and why it's important to the business. The qualities of a great leader. Why Gavin hates the term ‘soft skills'. What happened when Gavin did a talk in a room full of business power houses. How Gavin managed his thinking whilst waiting to go on stage.  The process Gavin uses to create his LinkedIn content. The mantra that underpins Howarth's business success. All things Gavin: Website -  www.howarths-uk.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinhowarth/ https://www.wecroak.com The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Desmond Tutu and Dalai Lama   Leave a rating or review for The Speaking Club (Take a photo of your review and get a free e-copy of my book Cracking Speech Mate - How to Use Humour to Make You an Amazing Speaker!) Books: Grab your copy of Straight to the Top - How to Create and Deliver a Killer Elevator Pitch Grab your copy of Cracking Speech Mate - How to Add Humour to Make You An Amazing Speaker   Resources: Want to get better at finding and sharing your stories then check out our FREE Five Day Snackable Story Challenge Practice your speaking & test your content in a safe space in The Speaking Club ‘Live' Membership Want to create a signature talk that sells, then check out our Nail Your Signature Talk in 60 Days programme.  Want to find out about working with me 121 then book a call here. https://www.saraharcher.co.uk Thanks for listening!   To share your thoughts:   leave a comment below.   Share this show on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out:   Leave an honest review at https://www.ratethispodcast.com/tsc. Your ratings and reviews really help get the word out and I read each one.    Subscribe on iTunes.   *(please note if you use my link I get a small commission, but this does not affect your payment)

I was texting with one of my oldest friends recently after she got back from a trip to Italy and at one point in the conversation, she asked whether I was happy. “I'm grateful, but I don't think I'm happy,” I responded. “And maybe that's just the way I'm wired. I'm not generally unhappy either, although there are moments of each. It's just not consistent.” There were a few moments of onscreen silence and she came back with, “Maybe don't ask yourself if you're happy (and neither will I—sorry!) and just be. Did you ever read Siddhartha?”LINKSSiddharthaEnneagramThe Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing WorldCONNECT WITH MEWebsite: https://jefferysaddoris.com  Twitter: @jefferysaddoris  Instagram: @jefferysaddorisSUBSCRIBESubscribe to Jeffery Saddoris: Everything in your favorite podcast app to get every show I release in one feed.SUPPORTLeave a review or a rating wherever you listen, or you can DONATE to support the shows more directly.MUSICMusic For Workplaces by Jeffery SaddorisSupport the show

I was texting with one of my oldest friends recently after she got back from a trip to Italy and at one point in the conversation, she asked whether I was happy. “I'm grateful, but I don't think I'm happy,” I responded. “And maybe that's just the way I'm wired. I'm not generally unhappy either, although there are moments of each. It's just not consistent.” There were a few moments of onscreen silence and she came back with, “Maybe don't ask yourself if you're happy (and neither will I—sorry!) and just be. Did you ever read Siddhartha?”LINKSSiddharthaEnneagramThe Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing WorldCONNECT WITH MEWebsite: https://jefferysaddoris.com  Twitter: @jefferysaddoris  Instagram: @jefferysaddorisSUBSCRIBESubscribe to Jeffery Saddoris: Everything in your favorite podcast app to get every show I release in one feed.SUPPORTLeave a review or a rating wherever you listen, or you can DONATE to support the shows more directly.MUSICMusic For Workplaces by Jeffery SaddorisSupport the show

I was texting with one of my oldest friends recently after she got back from a trip to Italy and at one point in the conversation, she asked whether I was happy. “I'm grateful, but I don't think I'm happy,” I responded. “And maybe that's just the way I'm wired. I'm not generally unhappy either, although there are moments of each. It's just not consistent.” There were a few moments of onscreen silence and she came back with, “Maybe don't ask yourself if you're happy (and neither will I—sorry!) and just be. Did you ever read Siddhartha?”LINKSSiddharthaEnneagramThe Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing WorldCONNECT WITH MEWebsite: https://jefferysaddoris.com  Twitter: @jefferysaddoris  Instagram: @jefferysaddorisSUBSCRIBESubscribe to Jeffery Saddoris: Everything in your favorite podcast app to get every show I release in one feed.SUPPORTLeave a review or a rating wherever you listen, or you can DONATE to support the shows more directly.MUSICMusic For Workplaces by Jeffery SaddorisSupport the show

Today's focus is the One New Thing Project! Our featured Author, Ann Bingham, discusses her book "The One New Thing Project,” and how she started her journey in taking small steps to try new things everyday. Tune in as we dive deep into discovering new ways of enjoying life. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - 00:45 | Anchor by Spotify 00:46 - 1:17 | Welcome Author Ann Bingham 03:55 - 05:44 | The act of comparison 05:48 - 10:04 | Starting something new 10:08 - 12:35 | Introverts vs. Extroverts 12:40 - 19:41 | The One New Thing Project; How do you get your kids involved to step out of the box? 20:13 - 20:40 | Are your kids ok with failing and trying new things? 21:44 - 23:50 | New things to try 23:53 - 24:25 | Join the One New Thing Project Community! 24:26 - 30:00 | What should people expect from you in 2022? | Coaching Programs 31:48 - 33:00 | How do you take things off your to-do list? 33:37 - 34:18 | The Year of Transformation Program 34:19 - 35:06 | Get Connected, Join the Email List 35:45 -37:30 | Closing Remarks; What's some advice that you can give? 38:40 - 40:30 | Book Recommendations ______________________________________ SHOW NOTES The Act of Comparison As women, we often compare ourselves to other women, who oftentimes are doing the same towards us. Try New Things Give yourself room to explore new things each month.  Trying new things doesn't have to be extreme or expensive. Do something simple like learning a new dance on YouTube or cooking something new for dinner.  You don't have to try those big and bold things if you're an introvert.  Do things that excite your soul and make you crave more.  Choose your top goals in several areas of your life and focus on how to achieve those goals daily. Introducing New Things to Children When you introduce new things to your kids, make sure they're planned out and communicated in advance.  It helps them appreciate different perspectives. - Helps with practical problem-solving.  Creates open dialogue.  Start soon with your kids, start early, and get them involved. Say Cheese! Document your experiences by reflecting and capturing photos of you and your family exploring new things _________________________________________ Website https://theonenewthingproject.com Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/myonenewthing Book | The One New Thing Project: My Mission to Get Unstuck, Break Through and Hustle Joy https://theonenewthingproject.com/product/the-one-new-thing-project-my-mission-to-get-unstuck-break-through-and-hustle-joy/ Women Seizing Opportunity Program (6-week Course) https://theonenewthingproject.com/product/the-brave-women-company/ Book Recommendation | The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World Hardcover – Illustrated, September 20, 2016 ___________________________________________ Let's Stay Connected!  ✨Website: https://www.deandiaries.com ✨Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deandiaries --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/a-way-with-words/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/a-way-with-words/support

In this message, we explore how gratitude can become a way of life that gives us greater access to joy, even during times of great suffering.Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7(This series is based on "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" by Desmond Tutu and the Dalia Lama [Avery 2016].) Speaker: Pastor Mark ReynoldsVenue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL)To donate: www.fumccb.com www.revmarkreynolds.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorMarkReynolds 

In this message, we explore how gratitude can become a way of life that gives us greater access to joy, even during times of great suffering.Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7(This series is based on "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" by Desmond Tutu and the Dalia Lama [Avery 2016].) Speaker: Pastor Mark ReynoldsVenue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL)To donate: www.fumccb.com www.revmarkreynolds.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorMarkReynolds 

If we want to experience more joy,  we must accept our lives with all the good and bad and learn to forgive well. Check out this message to see how acceptance and forgiveness work together to set us free from our past and move us forward on our spiritual journey. (This series is based on "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" by Desmond Tutu and the Dalia Lama [Avery 2016].) Speaker: Pastor Mark ReynoldsVenue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL)To donate: www.fumccb.com www.revmarkreynolds.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorMarkReynolds 

If we want to experience more joy,  we must accept our lives with all the good and bad and learn to forgive well. Check out this message to see how acceptance and forgiveness work together to set us free from our past and move us forward on our spiritual journey. (This series is based on "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" by Desmond Tutu and the Dalia Lama [Avery 2016].) Speaker: Pastor Mark ReynoldsVenue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL)To donate: www.fumccb.com www.revmarkreynolds.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorMarkReynolds 

In this message we explore how humility and humor can lead to a change in perspective that gives us greater access to joy. Check out this message to discover how to detach, step back, and rise-up!(This series is based on "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" by Desmond Tutu and the Dalia Lama [Avery 2016].) Speaker: Pastor Mark ReynoldsVenue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL)To donate: www.fumccb.com www.revmarkreynolds.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorMarkReynolds 

In this message we explore how humility and humor can lead to a change in perspective that gives us greater access to joy. Check out this message to discover how to detach, step back, and rise-up!(This series is based on "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" by Desmond Tutu and the Dalia Lama [Avery 2016].) Speaker: Pastor Mark ReynoldsVenue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL)To donate: www.fumccb.com www.revmarkreynolds.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorMarkReynolds 

In this message, we continue the series on joy by exploring how envy can block our happiness. After looking at how envy distorts our basic sense of fairness, we consider four ways to counteract its corrosive effects.(This series is based on "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" by Desmond Tutu and the Dalia Lama [Avery 2016].) Speaker: Pastor Mark ReynoldsVenue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL)To donate: www.fumccb.com www.revmarkreynolds.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorMarkReynolds 

In this message, we continue the series on joy by exploring how envy can block our happiness. After looking at how envy distorts our basic sense of fairness, we consider four ways to counteract its corrosive effects.(This series is based on "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" by Desmond Tutu and the Dalia Lama [Avery 2016].) Speaker: Pastor Mark ReynoldsVenue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL)To donate: www.fumccb.com www.revmarkreynolds.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorMarkReynolds 

My word for 2022 is JOY. The last few years have taken a lot out of us and I felt like it was missing from my life. Cultivating joy has become my new hobby. I'm being more intentional about cultivating and experiencing more joy every day - through music, my cat, my kids, a great show, a captivating book, a walk with a friend, working out, an excellent cup of coffee. It takes some practice, but life is feeling so much better. Marli Williams is one of those people I met who just exudes joy and enthusiasm. She has found her calling inspiring and leading others to live life with more play, creativity, and joy. I knew she would be the perfect person to talk to about JOY and intention for this year. Marli Williams is an international interactive keynote speaker, courage cultivator, and joy instigator who first fell in love with transformational leadership as a camp counselor. After getting her Bachelor's Degree in Outdoor Education and her Master's degree in Education, along with 15 years of leadership experience and training, Marli decided to give herself permission to be the “Professional Camp Counselor” she knew she was born to be. Now she helps incredible people and organizations stop waiting for permission and start taking bold action to be the leaders and changemakers they've always wanted to be through the power of PLAY. When she's not speaking on big stages, consulting with high-level leaders or training facilitators, you can find Marli running Camp Yes, her annual Adult Summer Camp for Women.  Connect with Marli at:  www.marliwilliams.com www.camp-yes.com Other resources mentioned in this episode: Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by The Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu Mary Lou Rodriguez, master hypnotherapist

In this message, we continue the new series on JOY! by exploring two things that derail our happiness: fear and anger. After looking at the source of these obstacles and how they are intimately connected, we briefly explore how to overcome them according to the teachings of Jesus.(This series is based on "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" by Desmond Tutu and the Dalia Lama [Avery 2016].) Speaker: Pastor Mark ReynoldsVenue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL)To donate: www.fumccb.com www.revmarkreynolds.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorMarkReynolds 

In this message, we continue the new series on JOY! by exploring two things that derail our happiness: fear and anger. After looking at the source of these obstacles and how they are intimately connected, we briefly explore how to overcome them according to the teachings of Jesus.(This series is based on "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" by Desmond Tutu and the Dalia Lama [Avery 2016].) Speaker: Pastor Mark ReynoldsVenue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL)To donate: www.fumccb.com www.revmarkreynolds.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorMarkReynolds 

Human beings have a handful of primary emotions that shape the quality of their lives, things like fear, anger, guilt, and sadness. Most of these emotions are experienced as negative, but one is positive--JOY! What is the true nature of joy? What prevent us from experiencing it, and what helps us access it? This new series on JOY! will help us answer these questions and teach us what it means to be truly happy. In this first message, Pastor Mark focuses on the the difference between joy and physical pleasure, as well as the possibility of joy when we suffer. (This series is based on "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" by Desmond Tutu and the Dalia Lama [Avery 2016].) Speaker: Pastor Mark ReynoldsVenue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL)To donate: www.fumccb.com www.revmarkreynolds.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorMarkReynolds 

Human beings have a handful of primary emotions that shape the quality of their lives, things like fear, anger, guilt, and sadness. Most of these emotions are experienced as negative, but one is positive--JOY! What is the true nature of joy? What prevent us from experiencing it, and what helps us access it? This new series on JOY! will help us answer these questions and teach us what it means to be truly happy. In this first message, Pastor Mark focuses on the the difference between joy and physical pleasure, as well as the possibility of joy when we suffer. (This series is based on "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" by Desmond Tutu and the Dalia Lama [Avery 2016].) Speaker: Pastor Mark ReynoldsVenue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL)To donate: www.fumccb.com www.revmarkreynolds.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PastorMarkReynolds 

Dr. Perlmutter is joined today by Douglas Abrams, Co-author with Jane Goodall to The Book of Hope. Douglas describes finding reasons for hope and happiness in a changing world. Reminding us that even in trying times, there is always a spark of good to be found. And, it is our responsibility as humans to find this within ourselves. He discusses in depth what the word hope means and 4 ways to find it in life. He also shares Jane Goodall's insights on humanity's role in conservation, and how to build a better world for future generations. === TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:48 The Book of Hope 7:15 What is Hope? 16:13 Intellect's Effect on Hope 21:44 Self-Sacrifice and Resilience 28:40 Humanity's Role in Conservation 40:27 The Power of Future Generations 44:15 The Human Spirit 48:15 Conclusion ==== Douglas Abrams is the New York Times bestselling co-author of The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World with the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu, the first book in the Global Icons Series. Douglas is also the founder and president of Idea Architects, a literary agency and media development company helping visionaries to create a wiser, healthier, and more just world. He lives in Santa Cruz, California. THE BOOK OF HOPE: https://celadonbooks.com/book/the-book-of-hope/

How might we open ourselves to receive the gift of joy this Christmas?The Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu and Douglas Abrams, in “The Book of Joy - Lasting Happiness in a Changing World” offer these three ways of being joyful; the ability to reframe a situation positively; the ability to experience gratitude; and the voice to be kind or generous.John the Baptist invites us to go further – to offer the gift of hope, peace, joy and love this Christmas to others. How might we practically live generously and compassionately this Christmas?You can read the notes for this sermon here

Join me for happy hour seven with my godmother Tillie! Tillie tells us about a frightening encounter scuba diving to recover a ship. Oh, and that time her Grandma's ghost came to visit and make good on a promise. Tillie's Boo ClubThe Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu. From the book description: “Nobel Peace Prize Laureates His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu have survived more than fifty years of exile and the soul-crushing violence of oppression. Despite their hardships—or, as they would say, because of them—they are two of the most joyful people on the planet.”Tillie's Shares not ScaresCheck out the Musk Ox Farm in Palmer, Alaska! Each year, Tillie donates $100 to cover the expenses of a musk ox named Mandy. Here's more info from muskoxfarm.org: “The non-profit Musk Ox Farm is dedicated to the domestication of the musk ox, an Ice Age mammal that once roamed the earth alongside saber-tooth tigers and woolly mammoths. Known to Alaska Natives as “Oomingmak”, which means “The Bearded One”, this once-endangered animal produces an annual harvest of qiviut (kiv'-ee-ute), the finest wool in the world. We welcome visitors to the farm for a close up experience of these magnificent Paleolithic ruminants with guided tours, engaging exhibits, a gift shop featuring some of the world's only gently hand-combed qiviut fiber, qiviut yarn, and qiviut garments.  We also host community fundraising events and educational programming throughout the year.  Visit our picturesque farm surrounded by the majestic Chugach and Talkeetna mountains. Our historic 1930s-era Colony farm is located just 45 miles north of Anchorage in the Matanuska Valley, the heart of Alaskan agriculture.”

Lisa is solo today.  Her guest is Douglas Abrams who talks about the book he did with Jane Goodall, The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times.Doug Abrams is a multiple New York Times-bestselling author as well as an editor, literary agent, and film producer who is committed to helping catalyze the next evolutionary stage of our global culture. He co-wrote "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" with the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu and "The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times" with Jane Goodall. He has coauthored many bestselling non-fiction books and has has written two novels, "The Lost Diary of Don Juan" and "Eye of the Whale", which together have been translated into over thirty languages.  Doug is the Founder and President of Idea Architects, a creative book and media company helping visionaries to create a wiser, healthier, and more just world.  As a literary agent and editor, he has also worked with Bryan Stevenson on his #1 New York Times bestseller "Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption" and Stephen Hawking on his last book, the globalbestseller "Brief Answers to the Big Questions."  He has had the privilege of working with many great thought leaders, visionary scientists, and humanitarians including Nobel Laureates Nelson Mandela, Jody Williams, and Elizabeth Blackburn.  Doug has also worked with Desmond Tutu as his coauthor, editor, and literary agent for almost two decades.  Dialogue is key to Doug's work, and he believes that genius is a collaborative process. His goal is to bring people together in a cultural conversation through books and media that transform lives and ultimately the world.  Books and films he has developed have been credited with convincing then-President Bill Clinton to stop the genocide in Kosovo (THE BRIDGE BETRAYED), for launching the modern anti-slavery movement (DISPOSSIBLE PEOPLE), and for helping to expand a mass incarceration reform movement (JUST MERCY, a book and film starring Michael B. Jordan and Jamie Foxx). Throughout all of his wide-ranging projects, Doug aspires to help build a prism through which life-changing conversations and experiences can be created and nourished.  He has had the privilege of interviewing global heroes and icons including Jimmy Carter, Bono, Carlos Santana, Richard Branson, and many others.   He was also on the founding team of JustGive.org, a philanthropy website that has pioneered new forms of giving and been responsible for giving over half a billion dollars to charity. He lives with his wife, Rachel, an integrative family physician, author, and lifelong conversation partner. He has three grown children, Jesse, Kayla, and Eliana.Book description: **THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER**In a world that seems so troubled, how do we hold on to hope?Looking at the headlines—the worsening climate crisis, a global pandemic, loss of biodiversity, political upheaval—it can be hard to feel optimistic. And yet hope has never been more desperately needed.In this urgent book, Jane Goodall, the world's most famous living naturalist, and Douglas Abrams, the internationally bestselling co-author of The Book of Joy, explore through intimate and thought-provoking dialogue one of the most sought after and least understood elements of human nature: hope. In The Book of Hope, Jane focuses on her "Four Reasons for Hope": The Amazing Human Intellect, The Resilience of Nature, The Power of Young People, and The Indomitable Human Spirit.Drawing on decades of work that has helped expand our understanding of what it means to be human and what we all need to do to help build a better world, The Book of Hope touches on vital questions, including: How do we stay hopeful when everything seems hopeless? How do we cultivate hope in our ch

In today's episode, Rusty and Robyn talk with Ben Vaske, Investment Research Analyst at Orion Portfolio Solutions. They discuss current market conditions, The Weighing Machine podcast, digital assets, and plenty of podcast and book suggestions. Key Takeaways Five market factors to pay attention to for the remainder of the year: earnings, interest rates, valuations, liquidity, and technical. The Weighing Machine Walk-Up Song Playlist is nearing three hours long, and is proving to be an eclectic mix. Rusty's take on popular TWM podcast questions: What makes a good financial advisor? What makes a good investment manager? What makes a good investor? How do investors tune out negative news? Digital assets pose an exciting new opportunity for asset allocators, and Orion is working on educational materials for advisors and investors. Rusty's, Robyn's, and Ben's health and wellness tips! Some of our favorite TWM episodes Jeremy Siegel Rob Arnott Larry Swedroe Daniel Crosby Kostya Etus Other podcast suggestions Capital Allocators The Meb Faber Show Animal Spirits Podcast RenMac Podcast Fill the Gap: The Official Podcast of the CMT Assocation The Prof G Podcast  The Tim Ferriss Show Ben Greenfield Fitness Book suggestions An Economist Gets Lunch – Tyler Cowen What Money Can't Buy – Michael Sandel The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World – Dalai Lama A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy – William B. Irvine The Psychology of Money – Morgan Housel Malcolm Gladwell Our partners Gregory FCA Reverb Podcasting Links  Ben Vaske LinkedIn Profile OPS Financial Advisor Success Hub OPS Monthly Commentary OPS Weekly Blog/Monday Bullets TWM Walk-Up Song Playlist Digital Asset Council of Financial Professionals (DACFP) Tom Petty Learning to Fly Wim Hof Method Solutions Journalism Network Connect with our hosts Rusty Vanneman Robyn Murray Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts

What is hope?  Christianity is filled with buzz words that we can easily take for granted or turn into catch phrases.  In this episode the hosts discuss one of those words, hope.  Hope can mean a lot of different things for different people.  It can also feel like a concept that is slowly fading from view in the current world we live in. Each host shares their current definition of hope.  This leads to a short detour into a discussion on hope's connection to the afterlife.  Given the hosts' evangelical pasts this is an important elephant in the room to acknowledge before a fuller view of hope can be obtained. The conversation eventually shifts to some of the more crucial elements in obtaining hope.  Wonder and gratitude quickly enter the mix as strong foundations for hope. The episode ends with a new segment from the mind of Rajeev.  The segment is called Buddy Bingo.  Get to know the Irenicast hosts better by learning a few of their ticks and consistencies in personality and most used catch phrases.  The process will 100 percent be worth it honey. Conversation on What is Hope? (00:46)Buddy Bingo Segment (46:19) ANNOUNCEMENTS Sign Up for our Email list HERE and stay up to date on all things Irenicast! Get Bonnie's New Book - Partnering with God: Exploring Collaboration in Open and Relational Theology!  Can creatures actually partner with God?  This book answers that question... in the affirmative. The responses vary and the proposals provoke new insights. Along the way, the ideas break new ground.  Get Your Copy Today! Intersections is a group of un-fundies and exvangelicals meeting to support each other and process our evolving faith journeys. Facilitated by Bonnie, Casey, Rajeev and Jeff.  Our next session will be Thursdays, February 3rd through March 10th at 7pm PT.  Register today. RELEVANT LINKS From Our Conversation on What is Hope? Jesse Jackson (American political activist, Baptist minister, and politician) Fred Rogers (aka Mr. Rogers) Harvey Milk (American politician) The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, and Douglas Carlton Abrams (Book - Amazon Affiliate Link) Alfred North Whitehead (English mathematician and philosopher) In Time (2011 film) From Our Buddy Bingo Segment Cold Open: Boyle Bingo Turkey Day Edition - Brooklyn Nine-Nine (YouTube Video) SUPPORT THE SHOW You can always count on Irenicast providing a free podcast on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month.  However, that does not mean that we do not have expense related to the show.  If we have provided value to you and you would like to support the show, here are a few options. PAYPAL - You can make a one-time, or recurring, tax-deductible donation to the show through PayPal. Just go to Irenicast.com/PayPal to make your donation. We are a 501(c)(3). MERCH - Irenicast has a merch store at Irenicast.com/Store.  We are always developing more items so check out our current offerings. AMAZON - Next time you go to make a purchase on Amazon consider using our Amazon affiliate link.  This will give us a small portion on everything you purchase.  No additional cost will be passed on to you. IRENCAST HOSTS Rev. Bonnie Rambob, MDiv | co-host | bonnie@irenicast.comYou can connect with Bonnie on Facebook and at Parkside Community Church-UCC and haystackspodcast.com. Pastor Casey Martinez-Tinnin, MTS | co-host | casey@irenicast.comYou can follow Casey on Twitter and Facebook, or you can check out his blog The Queerly Faithful Pastor or loomisucc.org Jeff Manildi | co-founder, producer & co-host | jeff@irenicast.comFollow Jeff (@JeffManildi) on facebook, instagram & twitter.  You can also listen to Jeff's other podcast Divine Cinema. Rev. Rajeev Rambob, MCL | co-host | rajeev@irenicast.comYou can connect with Rajeev at Parkside Community Church,  Facebook, Twitter, Medium, LinkedIn, and Haystacks Podcast.   ADD YOUR VOICE TO THE CONVERSATION Join our progressive Christian conversations on faith and culture by interacting with us through the following links: Read Us on our blog Irenicon Email Us at podcast@irenicast.comFollow Us on Twitter Like Us on Facebook Listen & Subscribe to Us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Android, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, iHeart Radio, Spreaker, Pandora and SoundCloud Speak to Us on our Feedback Page and the Post Evangelical Facebook Group See Us on Instagram Support Us on PayPal, Amazon or at our Store Love Us? CREDITS Intro and Outro music created by Mike Golin. This post may contain affiliate links.  An Irenicon is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com

Dr. Jane Goodall DBE is an ethologist and environmentalist. From infancy she was fascinated by animal behavior, and in 1957 at 23 years old, she met the famous paleoanthropologist Dr. Louis Leakey while she was visiting a friend in Kenya. Impressed by her passion for animals, he offered her the chance to be the first person to study chimpanzees, our closest living relatives, in the wild. And so three years later Jane traveled from England to what is now Tanzania and, equipped with only a notebook, binoculars, and determination to succeed, ventured into the then unknown world of wild chimpanzees. Jane Goodall's research at Gombe National Park has given us an in-depth understanding of chimpanzee behavior. The research continues, but in 1986, realizing the threat to chimpanzees throughout Africa, Jane traveled to six study sites. She learned first-hand not only about the problems facing chimpanzees, but also about those facing so many Africans living in poverty. She realized that only by helping local communities find ways of making a living without destroying the environment could chimpanzees be saved. Since then Jane has traveled the world raising awareness and learning about the threats we all face today, especially climate change and loss of biodiversity. The author of many books for adults and children and featured in countless documentaries and articles, Jane has reached millions around the world with her lectures, podcasts and writings. She was appointed as a UN Messenger of Peace, is a Dame of the British Empire, and has received countless honors from around the world. Douglas Abrams is the New York Times bestselling coauthor of The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World with His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, the first book in the Global Icons Series. Douglas is also the founder and president of Idea Architects, a literary agency and media development company helping visionaries to create a wiser, healthier, and more just world. He lives in Santa Cruz, California. Bios copied from The Book of Hope PDF supplement (Audible) The Jane Goodall Hopecast: https://janegoodall.ca/the-hopecast-jane-goodalls-podcast/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/58603636-the-book-of-hope Connect with Audiobook Reviews in 5: · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audiobook_reviews_podcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/audiobook_reviews_podcast/) · Twitter: @janna_ca · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AudiobookReviewsInFiveMinutes (https://www.facebook.com/AudiobookReviewsInFiveMinutes) · Anchor: https://anchor.fm/audiobookreviews (https://anchor.fm/audiobookreviews) · Audiobook Reviews in Five Minutes website: https://podcast.jannastam.com/ (https://podcast.jannastam.com/) · Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/jannastam (https://www.goodreads.com/jannastam) Audio production by Graham Stephenson Episode music: Caprese by https://www.sessions.blue/ (Blue Dot Sessions) Rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast on Apple, Anchor, Breaker, Google, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, and Spotify

Dr. Jane Goodall DBE is an ethologist and environmentalist. From infancy she was fascinated by animal behavior, and in 1957 at 23 years old, she met the famous paleoanthropologist Dr. Louis Leakey while she was visiting a friend in Kenya. Impressed by her passion for animals, he offered her the chance to be the first person to study chimpanzees, our closest living relatives, in the wild. And so three years later Jane traveled from England to what is now Tanzania and, equipped with only a notebook, binoculars, and determination to succeed, ventured into the then unknown world of wild chimpanzees. Jane Goodall's research at Gombe National Park has given us an in-depth understanding of chimpanzee behavior. The research continues, but in 1986, realizing the threat to chimpanzees throughout Africa, Jane traveled to six study sites. She learned first-hand not only about the problems facing chimpanzees, but also about those facing so many Africans living in poverty. She realized that only by helping local communities find ways of making a living without destroying the environment could chimpanzees be saved. Since then Jane has traveled the world raising awareness and learning about the threats we all face today, especially climate change and loss of biodiversity. The author of many books for adults and children and featured in countless documentaries and articles, Jane has reached millions around the world with her lectures, podcasts and writings. She was appointed as a UN Messenger of Peace, is a Dame of the British Empire, and has received countless honors from around the world. Douglas Abrams is the New York Times bestselling coauthor of The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World with His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, the first book in the Global Icons Series. Douglas is also the founder and president of Idea Architects, a literary agency and media development company helping visionaries to create a wiser, healthier, and more just world. He lives in Santa Cruz, California. Bios copied from The Book of Hope PDF supplement (Audible) The Jane Goodall Hopecast: https://janegoodall.ca/the-hopecast-jane-goodalls-podcast/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/58603636-the-book-of-hope Connect with Audiobook Reviews in 5: · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audiobook_reviews_podcast/ · Twitter: @janna_ca · Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AudiobookReviewsInFiveMinutes · Anchor: https://anchor.fm/audiobookreviews · Audiobook Reviews in Five Minutes website: https://podcast.jannastam.com/ · Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/jannastam Audio production by Graham Stephenson Episode music: Caprese by Blue Dot Sessions Rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast on Apple, Anchor, Breaker, Google, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, and Spotify

Do you feel like you're around people all the time but you never really feel connected?Maybe those “only-one” thoughts start to creep in…“People just don't get me.”“Everyone is more qualified than I am.” “If I want this done, right, I've got to do it myself.”And coming up behind all of that solitary contemplation, you think “ Gosh, this would be so much easier if I just had a little support.”If this rings true for you, whether it's among friends or family, in your neighborhood or your workplace, know that you're not the only one who feels like the only one.Community is vital. It's what makes our experience in this world so enjoyable because it gives us the ability to be open and to share. We want to belong. Without it, we feel isolated.So, how do we learn how to “belong”? The key to belonging lies within our own willingness to present ourselves as we are. The path to self-acceptance is through vulnerability. “We often try to acquire it by fitting in and by seeking approval, which are not only hollow substitutes for belonging, but often barriers to it. Because true belonging only happens when we present our authentic, imperfect selves to the world. Our sense of belonging can never be greater than our level of self-acceptance.”-Brene BrownIn this episode, Karlee shares the most common thoughts that high-achieving women experience around solitary, “only-one” thinking. She explains how these thoughts actually exacerbate our feelings of isolation, and why we're never really the only one in the room feeling the way we feel. You'll learn why belonging requires vulnerability within yourself first, and how you can find and embrace community in a rather unconventional way through a surprisingly simple activity.If you find yourself in the room, know this: You deserve to be there, you need to be there, and they need you. You are bringing something, and you belong. The only thing missing is you believing it. If you're ready to embrace self-acceptance and vulnerability to finally open your gateway to connection, then this episode is for you. People Mentioned:Brene BrownDouglas Carlton AbramsChitra AiyarResources Mentioned:The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing WorldTED Talk: How to Build Community When You Feel IsolatedBrené Brown on True Belonging | UPLIFT. (2021). Retrieved 13 October 2021Connect With Karlee: WebsiteLinkedInInstagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rodney Northern is a Managing Partner at the Nucleus Group, CTO at the Behavioral Science Lab, and faculty member at the University of Texas, McCombs School of Business where he lectures and coaches in the curriculum of Innovation & Entrepreneurship.He has been a corporate executive for over two decades specializing in brand marketing, business/product innovation and human centered design for many of today's leading CPG organizations.Through his innovative business approach, market insights and organizational leadership he has led to the development of over $15 billion in sustainable retail sales and services that continue to grow today. As a consultant, he has partnered to helped clients in over 50 different industries including but not limited to; mass market retailers, telecommunications, fast food, automotive, education, the airline industry, banking, adult beverages, consumer packaged goods, retail, cosmetics, nonprofits, health care, wellness beverages and many others. He has also led turnaround work for both profit and not for profit businesses.In this conversation, Rodney and I discuss the critical importance of leading like an entrepreneur, being authentic and creating an environment for others to be authentic, believing that it will work out, and trusting yourself when making career decisions..Resources [Books] mentioned:Servant Leadership: A Journey into the Nature of Legitimate Power and GreatnessPlaying to Win: How Strategy Really WorksValue Proposition Design: How to Create Products and Services Customers WantThe Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing WorldDiscover more:Interested in coaching services, check out Live for Yourself Consulting and Dr. Benjamin Ritter.

The Book of Joy : Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu

Starting your practice from nothing can be tough; you need to find clients, choose your location, and find a competent team, all while covering your costs and earning a profit. Here to help is our guest, Dr. Solomon Poyourow who has plenty of useful advice and key insights from establishing and running his practice for the past seven years. Tuning in you'll hear some of the hard lessons that Solomon had to learn, like why it's important to hire a good contractor and how quality disability coverage is crucial for oral surgeons. Solomon shares some of the biggest challenges he faced when he was starting out, like finding a competent team of staff that worked well together and learning about unsecured property tax. Later Solomon unpacks some of the challenges and benefits of sharing a practice with other partners, and why it really helps to mitigate risk when you first start your practice. Solomon shares some valuable tips for choosing your location and explains which specialists you want to see a high concentration of and why that bodes well for your oral surgery practice. We also hear some very useful details about the costs of running a practice and how to go about opening up a solo practice while doing work as an independent contractor. We loved having Solomon on the show and we are sure you'll find the conversation as thought-provoking as we did. Join us today for an eye-opening conversation on what it takes to start up a practice from scratch!Key Points From This Episode:Introducing today's guest Dr. Solomon Poyourow.A quick summary of Dr. Poyourow's training and surgical background.Some details on Dr. Poyourow's current practice setup.Some of the lessons Dr. Poyourow has learned from starting his practice and acquiring a new practice.Why it's important to hire a lawyer with at least 10 years of experience.Why you should invest in a good contractor when building or renovating your surgery and office space.Dr. Poyourow shares why finding a good team is so challenging.How unsecured property tax affects you when you start an oral surgery from scratch.Why a robust disability policy is so important for oral surgeons.The challenges and benefits of sharing your practice.Why Dr. Poyourow believes they should have decided to rent a bigger office space years ago instead of being determined to own their location.What type of specialists you should look out for, like prosthodontists and endodontists when choosing a location for your practice.Dr. Poyourow breaks down the expenses and overheads of running a practice.Dr. Poyourow shares his tips for starting a practice while doing work as an independent contractor.We get to know Dr. Poyourow a little better in our rapid-fire question round.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World — https://www.amazon.com/Book-Joy-Lasting-Happiness-Changing/dp/0399185046Helmut Zepf: X-tool — https://www.zepf-dental.com/en/aktuelles/xtool-instruments/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720 441 6059

I met Darlene Slaughter earlier this year while I was moderating a panel discussing at the Hacking HR conference on moving from insight to action in DEI. I knew from that moment that we needed to continue the conversation we started from the panel, on the show. Darlene is the VP, Chief People Officer with March of Dimes and her knowledge and experience in the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion space is so great that we wanted to share it with you. In this episode, Darlene and I discuss:

The world is filled with distractions. Call it work, call it responsibility, call it what you want. But when we fill our days with only the things that our day planner reminds us to do, the emails that need answering, the countless text messages awaiting responses... those things take up space. Days become crowded. And our minds become weary. It's so deeply ingrained in us that being busy or doing more work makes us worthy because we live in a culture that values productivity. But humans need time to recharge.And the antidote to performance pressure comes from unexpected places. It comes from sitting on your patio or in your garden with the sun warming your shoulders. The cool sweetness of ice cream as it melts in your mouth. Allowing your thoughts to drift away as your eyes follow a butterfly. A walk in the park. A cup of tea with a dear friend. Experiencing the world around us brings us joy. But lasting joy takes practice.In this week's culmination episode, Karlee recaps the wisdom and the science around joy. You'll hear why joy is important for your mind and body, and the physical and emotional tolls that mount up when you're not getting enough of it. She shares a few practical ways that you can make space for experiencing more joy in your workday, and the surprising links between joy, sorrow, success, and even self-confidence. If you're ready to find better balance and make more space for joy in your human experience, then this episode is for you!What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why joy needs cultivating, rather than waiting (2:54)Discerning the difference between joy and happiness (19:02)The link between joy and self-confidence (20:48)Why joy matters (23:02)Where joy and sorrow meet (33:15)How your body communicates what it needs (39:24)Tapping into universal intelligence (44:12)Connect with Jennifer Madriz:LinkedInInstagramPeople Mentioned in this Episode:Erin SkahanSophie CliffResources Mentioned in this Episode:Book: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Douglas Carlton Abrams, Desmond Tutu, Dalai LamaStudy: Martín-María, Natalia et al. “The Impact of Subjective Well-being on Mortality: A Meta-Analysis of Longitudinal Studies in the General Population.” Psychosomatic medicine vol. 79,5 (2017): 565-575. doi:10.1097/PSY.0000000000000444Study: “Positive Intelligence.” Harvard Business Review, 8 Oct. 2014, hbr.org/2012/01/positive-intelligence.Book: The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran TED Talk: Where Joy Hides and Where to Find it with Ingrid Fetell LeeEpisode 1: One Word That Will Elevate Everything You DoSend your Audio Comments and Questions to anitza@everybodythrive.comConnect With Karlee: WebsiteLinkedInInstagramMessy and Magnificent is produced by the folks at Ginni Media. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

www.ucclittlecompton.org | Support Our Ministry with $5 a Month “The Dead Sea in the Middle East receives fresh water, but it has no outlet, so it doesn't pass the water out. It receives beautiful water from the rivers, and the water goes dank. I mean, it just goes bad. And that's why it is the Dead Sea. It receives and does not give. In the end generosity is the best way of becoming more, more, and more joyful.” ― Desmond Tutu, The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World Scripture Reading 1: 2 Corinthians 8: 7-15 — Read by Harry Switzer Scripture Reading 2: Mark 5: 21-43 — Read by Russell Bodington Give to the Offering | Watch the video version of this service. We gratefully recognize the talents of our congregation without which this would not be possible. We'd like to thank the following for their talents this morning: Guest Minister: Rev. Dr. Richard L. Floyd Musician: Michael Bahmann Our readers: Harry Switzer & Russell Bodington --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sunday-on-the-commons/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sunday-on-the-commons/support

What's the last thing you did that brought you a true sense of contentment? Was it playing fetch with your dog in the park, or sliding down that hot metal slide at the playground with your niece tucked securely in your lap? Maybe you heard the chimes of the ice cream truck rolling through your neighborhood, bringing a child-like smile to your face and memories of sugar highs and sticky fingers. There's one thing that these experiences all have in common. J-O-Y!!As a functioning adult with bills to pay and responsibilities to fulfill, joy is probably the last thing on your mind. You're doing what you need to in order to be successful. Why should you care about something silly like joy? Joy's for kids... right? Actually, the experience of joy is detrimental not only to our health, but equally for our career aspirations.Promotions and raises aren't going to bring you joy... because joy precedes success.Did that get your attention? The role of joy in our success isn't just some whimsical pursuit. It's science. In this week's episode, Karlee defines joy as a practice, and the science behind its importance in your life and in the workplace. She'll explain why it matters, and share a few clever ways that companies are helping employees go about their tasks with a little more joy in their day to day work. Then, she'll share four pragmatic things you can do right now to cultivate more joy into your life, helping you lay the groundwork for success. Joy is far too important to not leverage as one of our most practical professional assets. It's scientifically proven to be the key to good health, career success, and harmony in your life. If you're ready to understand the true nature of joy and find practical ways to bring more of it into your life, then this episode is for you!What You'll Learn in This Episode:A simple formula for thriving (3:31)The difference between joy and happiness (11:02)The connection between joy and confidence (12:56)How joy leads to longevity (14:55)What's misunderstood about joy and career success (19:50)Cultivating workplace joy (21:17)Four ways you can bring more joy into your life and work (28:36)The value of soft strength (33:04)People Mentioned in this Episode:Dana LemaySophie CliffResources Mentioned in this Episode:NotiflyLISTEN NOW: The Boundary Brunch Book: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Douglas Carlton Abrams, Desmond Tutu, Dalai LamaStudy: Martín-María, Natalia et al. “The Impact of Subjective Well-being on Mortality: A Meta-Analysis of Longitudinal Studies in the General Population.” Psychosomatic medicine vol. 79,5 (2017): 565-575. doi:10.1097/PSY.0000000000000444Study: “Positive Intelligence.” Harvard Business Review, 8 Oct. 2014, hbr.org/2012/01/positive-intelligence.Study: “Read @Kearney: Joy at Work.” Kearney, www.kearney.com/leadership-change-organization/article/?%2Fa%2Fjoy-at-work. Podcast: Joy@Work podcastVideo: Virtual Tour of Kickstarter OfficesEpisode 80: Have To Do It All Yourself? How women get aboard the “Allyship” and let a few key people and strategies bolster their professional success.Episode 75: Devotion to the Dream: What to stop so you can really start with with Charlyn ReihmanSend your Audio Comments and Questions to anitza@everybodythrive.comConnect With Karlee: WebsiteLinkedInInstagramMessy and Magnificent is produced by the folks at Ginni Media. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we explore joy in our life. Topics include building joy, suffering and joy, and positive psychology.The Book of Joy Dalai Lama [Tenzin Gyatso] and Desmond Tutu. 2016. The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World. With Douglas Abrams. New York: Avery.How to Find Joy in Your Everyday Life (Even When Life Feels Awful)https://www.prevention.com/health/mental-health/g33002023/how-to-find-joy/ 3 Roads to Joy: 5 Questions to Start the Journey Nowhttps://www.huffpost.com/entry/5-questions-to-start-your-journey-now-to-joy_b_5870140 Where Joy Hides and How to Find Ithttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_u2WFTfbcg&t=16sSelf Care Wheel https://olgaphoenix.com/self-care-wheel/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I’m talking with Laura Banks. Laura is a Certified Compassion Cultivation Training© (CCT) teacher through the Compassion Institute and Stanford University’s Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE). Laura has studied literature, languages, folklore, and philosophy to explore expressions of human experience across time. She has traveled around the world to see, hear, smell, taste, and touch life in its countless forms. Joys and sorrows, life and death crossed her path. Again and again, she saw how fear and anger could complicate and magnify pain, but also witnessed people choosing compassion for themselves and others –meeting anguish with loving presence – and spinning the straw of suffering into the gold of connection, healing, and wisdom. You can learn more about Laura's work here: https://www.lauralbanks.com/ and she is a teacher in the Liberated Being embodied practice studio which is set to open to new members in January. You can find out more about Liberated Being at https://www.liberatedbeing.community/ Resources mentioned in this interview: A Fearless Heart: How the Courage to Be Compassionate Can Transform Our Lives by Thupten Jinpa The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, and Douglas Carlton Abrams Love 2.0: Finding Happiness and Health in Moments of Connection by Barbara Fredrickson The Compassionate Species, article by Dachner Keltner, faculty director of Greater Good Science Center Compassion does not fatigue!, research article by Trisha Dowling Contesting the term ‘compassion fatigue’: Integrating findings from social neuroscience and self-care research, research article by Anne Hofmeyer, Kate Kennedy, and Ruth Taylor

In 2019, there were 69 million files of child sexual abuse material reported to the National Center of Missing and Exploited Children. As CEO of Thorn, a non-profit founded by Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore, Julie Cordua is driving innovation to connect the tech industry, law enforcement and government to end the viral distribution of abusive material and rescue children faster. Today, Julie shares how they are equipping the front lines and what we can all do to tackle this epidemic. SHOW NOTES: “I’m on a mission to end online child sexual abuse.” Thorn builds technology to end the trade on online child sexual abuse by changing the global systems that respond to this issue to create a safer world for our children. Growing up in a small farming community, Julie’s mom raised her to be independent, caring of others, especially those most vulnerable and with the belief that there is a bigger world to experience. After college, Julie worked with Bobby Shriver, co-founder of (RED) to use the brightest minds of the private sector to donate millions of dollars to end AIDS in the developing world. When overwhelmed by the sheer scale of global issues, Julie simplifies it be asking, “Are you changing the systems that will create long-term positive change? How is this affecting individuals?” In addition to sweeping successes, Julie finds motivation by focusing on the individuals taken out harm. While working at (RED), Julie was introduced to Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore who started Thorn. Victims and survivors of child sexual abuse share frequently share their stories with Julie, often reminding her that the documentation (images or videos) of that abuse still exists on the internet. In 2019, there were 69 million files of child sexual abuse material reported to the National Center of Missing and Exploited Children in the United States. Tip of the iceberg. When tech companies come across child sexual abuse material, they’re required to alert the National Center of Missing and Exploited Children, yet only a few tech companies proactively look for this material. “It’s not going to be easy but it’s not impossible.” Three steps Thorn is taking: Find the children in these images faster + stop the abuse by building better software for law enforcement with extensive intelligence at their fingertips Stop the production and viral spread of the content by removing perpetrators from society and requiring companies that host materials to proactively detect material. Changing the conversation with children about self-generated materials. Understanding what’s driving the demand for this type of content will help end it. Clinical issue Personality types that seek out destructive behavior like drug + alcohol addiction. The slippery slope of online pornography addiction Internet normalizes almost any behavior Thorn has identified over 10,000 children and given them a second opportunity at life through rehabilitation. In the last year, Thorn has over 100,000 abuse images have been removed by working with tech companies. Keep the children in your life safe by having very factual, open conversations about very uncomfortable topics. Get resources to have these conversations at Thorn’s Stop Sextortion website. “I’m speaking for kids that can’t speak for themselves.” Take every day as a new day and purposefully focusing on the potential. Not everything is going to be perfect and how we will be able to move forward is being totally comfortable with not being perfect. "It’s okay to be scared. It’s okay to be sad. It’s okay to not know what you’re doing. It’s the forward momentum of not giving up that is important." Learn more about ending online child sexual abuse at Thorn.org. JULIE CORDUA'S LIVE INSPIRED 7 1. What is the best book you’ve ever read? The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu. 2. What is a characteristic or trait that you possessed as a child that you wish you still exhibited today?  Daredevil. 3. Your house is on fire, all living things and people are out. You have the opportunity to run in and grab one item. What would it be? Nothing. 4. You are sitting on a bench overlooking a gorgeous beach. You have the opportunity to have a long conversation with anyone living or dead. Who would it be? My maternal grandfather. I wish I understood the knowledge behind his lessons. 5. What is the best advice you’ve ever received? The only way to the other side is through. After having my first child, my best friend shared, “Just remember everything is a phase. It may be a one day phase or a five year phase but everything is a phase.” 6. What advice would you give your 20-year-old self? Take more risks based on your principals. 7. It’s been said that all great people can have their lives summed up in one sentence. How do you want yours to read? She loved deeply and worked hard to make the world a better place. *** About our sponsor: Keeley Companies wholeheartedly believes that if you get the people right -the results will follow. They set themselves apart with a forward-thinking culture that empowers their people and fosters loyal partnerships. Keeley Companies are a proud sponsor, partner, and super fan of the Live Inspired Podcast. Learn more about Keeley Companies.

In this episode, we mentioned the following:Here's a bit more about trauma-sensitive yoga if you're interested in a quick overview: Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (Social Work Today Magazine)Michele's Trauma Sensitive Training 2020 (Livestream) beginning October 30, 2020The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk, MDA Pocket Guide to Polyvagal Theory by Stephen PorgesTrauma and Recovery: The Aftermath of Violence - From Domestic Abuse to Political Terror by Judith Herman (Content Warning - Michele noted this text can be triggering to some)Waking the Tiger by Peter LevineMore about Dr. Peter Levine at the Somatic Experiencing® Trauma InstituteMy Grandmother's Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies by Resmaa MenakemThe Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu

If 2020 has taught us anything between the coronavirus pandemic, quarantines, and the anti-racism revolution after George Floyd’s death, it’s the importance of connection. Today I’m honored to be joined by Hermence Masotsa; a lover of humanity, seeker of knowledge, cross cultural communicator, and adventurer who is passionate about motivating and guiding others to see the humanity within themselves. In today’s episode, Hermence shares with us the South African philosophy of ubuntu and how you can adopt it for yourself and live it everyday to connect more with others around you and in doing so, truly find yourself.   You’ll learn more about: [8:28] An introduction to ubuntu philosophy [11:00] How a spur of the moment trip to Ecuador at age 19 spurred Hermence’s passions for connecting with others on a deeper level [14:48] What ubuntu looks like in everyday life and how you can start living an ubuntu lifestyle [22:00] The lessons she learned from her mother about trust, adventure, compassion, and helping others [28:33] The one question Hermence was asked while in the Peace Corps that she will never forget and helped her redefine who she was [31:55] How to define yourself without titles, and why it’s important to do so [39:00] Lessons from the publicity of George Floyd’s dehumanization and murder [40:56] Lessons she learned from her 4 year old and Elijah McClain about humanity and who we need to be [47:22] How to understand allyship and resources to become a better ally [1:00:00] Hermence’s surprising birthday ritual that helps her release each year And so much more!   Below are the list of books Hermence believes are a great insight into the history of race relations in the United States as well as her favorites about living an UBUNTU life.   The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu UBUNTU! An Inspiring Story About an African Tradition of Teamwork in Collaboration By Bob Nelson Everyday UBUNTU: Living Better Together, the African Way by Mungi Ngomane Go Together: How The Concept of UBUNTU Will Change How you Live, Work, and Lead by Shola Richards The Fred Factor: How Passion in Your Work and Life Can Turn the Ordinary Into the Extraordinary by Mark Sanborn   Race and History  Willie Lynch Letter and the Making of a Slave by Willie Lynch They Came Before Columbus: The African Presence in Ancient America by Ivan Van Sertima Medical Apartheid of Medical Experimentation on Black Americans from Colonial Times To The Present- Harriet Washington Stamped From the Beginning: The Definitive History of Racist Ideas in America by Ibram X Kendi The Wretched of the Earth by Frantz Fanon Hood Feminism: Notes From the Women That a Movement Forgot by Mikki Kendal Waking Up White and Finding Myself in the Story of Race -Debby Irving The Working Poor: The Invisible in America by David K. Shipler   Connect and learn more from Hermence here: Email: info@ubuntuworkforce.com Website: www.ubuntuworkforce.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hmubuntuworkforce/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/uBuntuSpeaks/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ubuntuspeaks_hermence/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uBuntuSpeaksLLC   Love the show? Let us know! Do you love the Lead Your Life podcast? If the insights, interviews and real conversations we share in each episode help you step into your power, and have more confidence to “lead your life, so you can love your life”, then please head over to  ‎Lead Your Life on Apple Podcasts and subscribe to the show. If you leave us a review, you might win one of our monthly prizes! Join the Women Leading Powerfully Community! Would you like to join a community of high-achieving women that are supporting each other to play a bigger game, have a bigger impact, and live a more fulfilled life? Join us in the Women Leading Powerfully Facebook Group.  This free, private community is for strong, supportive, determined, badass women who are leading their lives at home and in the workplace.  If you’re ready to take your life and your business to the next level, join us in this exclusive and amazing community of women today!

The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World is a book by the Nobel Peace Prize Laureates Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama, and Archbishop Desmond Tutu published in 2016 by Cornerstone Publishers. In this nonfiction, the authors discuss the challenges of living a joyful life.

Learning From Previous Quarantines Many of us are still Sheltering-in-Place while some places are starting to open up and in others people are creating a hazard by ignoring the public safety orders. This podcast is about how enforced isolation has affected earlier populations during and after the SARS, Ebola, H1N1 Influenzas, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome, and Equine Influenza epidemics. The studies included hospital and health-care workers, residents in the areas affected, and college students, faculty and their families. What they found was not surprising - people had continuing feelings of stress, fear, irritability, exhaustion, and anxiety. I’m sure that we will all experience some of these same feelings. The majority of people who were quarantined due to the SARS epidemic were still avoiding people who coughed or sneezed around them and almost a quarter avoided all public spaces. Others were still depressed 3 years after the quarantine. Isolation is not a new problem. 43% of older people (60+) have been found to to feel lonely and isolated and 1 in 4 Americans aged 65 or older are socially isolated. Isolation and loneliness have been linked to increased risk of early death, dementia, heart disease and other health problems as well as a 50% increased risk of dementia. This is a big problem and the Covid-19 Shelter-in-Place / Quarantines is not going to be helping an already growing problem. If you know someone who is isolated and / or over 60 please call them on a regular basis and have a longer conversation with them. Don’t just say hi and how are you, please ask them questions about what they’re doing, how they’re doing, and if you can help or do anything for them. You may be saving a life! Leave me a comment and tell what you are doing to keep yourself balanced and grounded during this pandemic! Here are some books that I would recommend reading to help you not only get through, but also become stronger, during this Covid-19 time: Clarity by Jamie Smart Bright Light by Dee Wallace Power vs Force by David R. Dawkins Biology of Belief by Bruce Lipton The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, and Douglas Abrams And some movies I love (oldies but goodies): The Music Man Singing In the Rain Anything by Francois Truffaut Anything by Ingmar Bergman

John 20:1-18; "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World," p. 125-127; Richard Rohr's Daily Meditations, "Death Transformed," 4/12/20.

Quotes taken from: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World. Penguin Publishing Group. Kindle Edition. To read more or to purchase the book: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B01CZCW34Q&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_Ji2EEbB43P1XF

Inmunidad Mental es el  desarrollo e identificación de aquellas emociones destructivas percibiendo nuestra realidad basada en lo que deseamos y aspiramos. Te invito a descubrirla y encaminar tu añoranza a la manifestación de tu ser.  Este fascinante concepto lo obtuve en el 2016 del "Libro de la Alegría" de Su Santidad Dalai Lama y el Arzobispo Desmond Tutu con Douglas Abrahams. Hablemos lo que deseas escuchar para transformar tu vida, envisionando, ahora y siempre. Cada día pruebas del material que estas hecho y aquí encontrarás las destrezas necesarias para resurgir y caminar concienzudamente. Recuerda que evolucionar es una decisión totalmente consciente. Vive el presente, demostrándote amor propio en cada fibra de tu ser. Samari Román Gandulla es psicóloga holística, coach de vida (Bienestar) y Aromaterapeuta Clínica Certificada. Dedica su práctica a ser terapista, consultora, conferencista. Cursos y coaching online samari-roman-Gandulla.teachable.com/ I want to recommend this product at Amazon.com El libro de la alegría / The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World (Spanish Edition) by Amazon.com Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/dp/8425353947/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_C5qAEbGNKA0N7 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/samariromangandulla/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/samariromangandulla/support

Are the little things keeping you from showing up as a leader? Does it ruin your day when someone cuts you off in traffic? Or do you get caught up in frustration when a client pushes your buttons? Adam Hergenrother contends that if you can learn to breathe into the emotion and give it the space to travel through you, then you set yourself up to lead from a place of contribution—in every aspect of your life. Adam is the CEO of a billion-dollar organization that includes Keller Williams Vermont, the Hergenrother Realty Group, BlackRock Construction, Adam Hergenrother Training and the Adam Hergenrother Foundation. Adam credits his success to a bold vision coupled with a commitment to never giving up. His fearless, purposeful, unconventional and systematic approach helps Adam inspire others to reach their personal development goals and grow into the leaders they were always meant to be. On this episode, Adam joins Emerald to share the AHA moment that inspired his inner journey, explaining how it informed his calling to make everyone in his organization wealthy—in the broadest sense of the word. He discusses how business serves as a conduit for our personal growth and challenges us to serve the moment in front of us and set intentions from a place of clarity. Adam also weighs in on why he prioritizes personal development to achieve his peak state as a creative leader. Listen in for insight around the connection between joy and acceptance and learn how to breathe through your emotions rather than getting caught up in them. What You Will Learn What inspired Adam turn his life around at the age of 16 The AHA moment that motivated Adam’s inner journey Adam’s goal to make everyone in his organization wealthy How business serves as a conduit for our personal growth The significance of serving the moment in front of us Why spiritual growth happens when we learn to let go Becoming aware of what part of you is setting intentions How to breathe through emotions and give them space The relationship between joy and acceptance Adam’s practice of reminding himself I’m here to serve How Adam achieves his peak state as a creative leader Connect with Adam Hergenrother Adam’s Website Connect with Emerald GreenForest Creative Age Consulting Group Emerald’s Website Emerald on LinkedIn Emerald on Twitter Emerald on Instagram Email: listeners@menonpurposepodcast.com Leave Us A Message On Our listener line:   540-402-0043 x3333 Resources The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu with Douglas Carlton Abrams This episode is sponsored by the Creative Age Consulting Group. Men - Is it time NOW for you to make your mark? Visit timetomakeyourmark.com to apply for an invitation-only consultation.

https://www.deanbokhari.com/overcoming-envy/ • Rerun of EP178. Envy Doesn’t Leave Room For Joy — 6 Strategies for Overcoming Envy  Get your Self-Help questions answered on the podcast: Email questions@deanbokhari.com Facebook.com/Dean.Bokhari     ABOUT THIS EPISODE This episode was inspired by The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by The Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, and Douglas Abrams (see full book summary here). BOOK MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE The Book of Joy by The Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, Douglas Abrams Print | eBook | Audiobook Get Book Summary   6 STRATEGIES FOR OVERCOMING ENVY Remember that envy only hurts the envious. Get grateful. Transform your envy into motivation. Reframe (or rephrase) the envy. Bring some "mudita" into your life. Let go and relax. Read the full article version here: https://www.deanbokhari.com/overcoming-envy/ *** Listen to or read article versions of previous broadcasts here:  https://MeaningfulHQ.com  *** Support the podcast by supporting our sponsors...   (Flash)Books Too Busy To Read? Get top Business + Self-help Book Summaries you can read or listen to in under 20 minutes. Hundreds of titles to choose from for your iPhone, Android, Kindle or mp3 player. Get started for just $1 today at https://www.getflashnotes.com/subscribe Audible Get a FREE audiobook download and 30 day free trial at Audible when you use this link: audibletrial.com/dean. Over 150,000 titles to choose from for your iPhone, Android, Kindle or mp3 player. Learn more and get started at audibletrial.com/dean  

I’m honored to bring you a final episode in a weekly series I’ve released this May in honor of Mother’s Day and the Mother’s Quest Manifesto Challenge I facilitated in the private group. The other morning, as I searched my intuition for what episode to end the month with, in a flash I thought about this conversation with my friend Jenjii Hysten. At the 40 minute mark, the discussion, real and vulnerable, in which we talk about not only our differences as women of different races and religions, but also our common humanity as mothers of sons, still stands out as one of the most powerful moments in now over 60 conversations I’ve recorded. So much has changed since we released that episode. Trump, recently elected at the time of recording, of course has now been President for several years and his administration has only deepened the divides and injustices that were already with us. My son Ryan did decide to visit Jenjii and Franklin’s ministry, an experience that profoundly touched him and impacted the speech he shared at his bar mitzvah, a beautiful event that Jenjii and Franklin attended with their two sons. All our boys are now years older, and all deepened their own social awareness in ways both painful and empowering. And Jenjii and I have each stepped into our own activism in different ways, each committing to powerful conversations to build bridges of awareness, understanding and transformation. Ones that I’ve recorded with Mothers Against Police Brutality co-founder Sara Mokuria and with Trayvon Martin’s mother, Sybrina Fulton are linked here. Jenjii says that she is still committed to Living out Loud, the guiding theme you’ll hear her talk about. But now she has a much clearer sense of what that really means. She is currently writing a book, and though she and her husband decided to close their ministry, their consulting business is thriving, they’ve joined another church where they preach, and she says she has learned that her life is her ministry. When we spoke today to catch up, I told Jenjii that sounded to me like one powerful Manifesto and possibly the title of her book. Whether you heard it once before, or its new to you, I hope you enjoy this episode. And that these reflections and the conversation that follows may spark you to claim your own manifesto, to reach out to build your own bridges of awareness and connection, and to live your own Life Out Loud.  Much appreciation, P.S. Know someone who would love this conversation? Click forward now to pay this forward to a friend who may be interested. Living Out Loud with Jenjii Hysten I am honored to bring you this intimate, inspired conversation with Jenjii Hysten, a mother, coach, and community leader who I deeply admire. I have known Jenjii for almost a decade now, through my connection with her husband Franklin. But in recent months, Jenjii’s raw and vulnerable sharing about what it is like to be the mother of two black boys and fear for their safety, caused me to move past my worry of saying or doing the wrong thing and reach out to her in a whole different way. Our honest conversation about the ways in which we’ve stepped out of our comfort zones to live out loud and forge connections with one another based on our common humanity, as mothers of sons, was one of the most powerful moments I have had yet on the Mother’s Quest Podcast. Jenjii is an advocate, teacher, student, facilitator and a voice for the voiceless. She was born in Los Angeles but says that Oakland raised her. She studied Interdisciplinary-Studies with an emphasis on Urban/Economic Development at UC Berkeley, holds a CompassPoint Executive Director certificate and is an ordained minister. In her early 20s, she worked with the Children’s Defense Fund for a program called Freedom School and says it saved her life. This is where she learned the beauty of Servant Leadership, which is one of her core values. As the Founder of SOS, Saving Our Sisters Saving our Selves, over the course of 10 years, she served hundreds of girls throughout the Bay Area. In her 20+ years working, Jenjii has served as a Program Director, Executive Director, Dean of Students, Curriculum Designer, started New Life Ministries with her husband Franklin, and is currently the Co-founder and CEO of Hysten Consulting, LLC. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did. I was struck by the concept of rhythm, and how it can manifest in our lives, our children, our bodies, our communities, and perhaps most importantly, our collective humanity. I hope you will leave the conversation, as I did, inspired to think about the ways in which you can find your rhythm and live out loud in your own E.P.I.C. life. In This Episode We Talk About: Being on a quest to “live out loud” and what that means for your life How our kids show us who they are through their words, actions, dreams, and challenges The importance of passion and purpose Being a servant leader and in turn, raising them as well How Jenjii’s own battle with diabetes saved her and taught her about following her body’s rhythm and the importance of sleep, exercise, food and stress reduction My visit to Jenjii and Franklin’s church and how humanity connects us regardless of class, race or religion Resources and Topics Mentioned: The Mother’s Quest Founder’s Circle at mothersquest.com/about The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World  by His Holiness, the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu The Safe, Natural, Whole-Body Approach to Managing Your Glucose Levels and Losing Weight by Dr. Don Colbert Hysten Consulting and Jenjii Hysten on Facebook New Life Ministries Announcements: Join the Manifesto Challenge In honor of Mother’s Day, I kicked off a five day Mother’s Quest Manifesto Challenge in the private Facebook group. More about the inspiration behind the challenge in my episode with Graeme Seabrook. Each day, I shared a reflective prompt to help you claim the next chapter in your life and hosted a different mother, who shared their stories and their #oneminutemommanifesto for inspiration.  All of these resources are still in the Mother’s Quest Facebook Group, so it's never too late to come on over and participate.  Spark Your E.P.I.C. Year Anyone else feel like they need a spring reset to their year?  A few months ago, we declared February the new January and facilitated a Mother's Quest Workshop/Virtual Milestone Hike experience to help us all start again. Using photos from my favorite local hike, I took a small group on a virtual journey to: ✨Reflect on our last chapter (as we ascend)  ✨Decide what we want to release (using an image of a big bad bonfire!) and what we want to carry forward ✨Then, set intentions along the E.P.I.C. guideposts for our new chapter.  There’s a special planning sheet we created to guide you and help you document the whole process. 

Matt’s last interview from SYNC is with Carla Lynn and you need to listen to this one! Carla is bilingual and hearing impaired. She is from Bolivia and came to the US (Nashville, TN) at 18 years old with her new son. She worked 3 jobs and met her husband at one of them. You DO NOT want to miss Carla’s inspirational story. Carla photographs 140 seniors a year and is bummed the rules don’t allow her to go to prom with her street team (model program). Authenticity is what is working for Carla in her business. We should never stop learning, we don’t ever know everything. Carla’s husband is her tech guy, payroll department, etc – just like Matt is to Allison. Make sure you buy a leaf blower (you have to listen to find out why). Rachel Martin taught Carla at Texas School and that was the turning point in her business. Don’t miss what happened next in Carla’s story. Online Resource: Creative Live Books: Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done – Jon Acuff  (https://amzn.to/2XY1ai3) The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World (https://amzn.to/2GRrVis) Love Does – Bob Goff (https://amzn.to/2GTrdkQ) Follow Carla @carlalynn (instagram) (https://www.carlalynnphotography.com/)   (#) Transcription was done by Temi.com which means it’s an AI generated transcript. The transcript may contain spelling, grammar and other errors, and is not a substitute for watching the video.     [00:01] This is Carla Lynn and you’re listening from nothing to pop it. [00:05] Welcome to from nothing to profit of photographers podcast with Matt and Kaia. We’re each week they talk to photographers about what is working in their business now so you can swipe those ideas and grow your business faster. [00:22] Hey everybody. So Matt Hogan here, um, one, I think this will be the final interview from sync. Um, I’m with my friend Carla Lynn and so I’ll go out with a bang, right? Go ahead and do this. I can go out with a bang. We got that. Okay. So I have to tell you this crazy story. So I met Carla two year, not, not last year, but the year before. And so I was hosting the Millers Lounge and you had come out to hang out with us and we had like free beer or something like that. And we’re talking about pricing and say yes, Joe was there. Yeah. Yes. And so, um, we were talking and you, and you said, you know, I, I, I want, I want to figure out how to sell my albums better when we’re talking about this. And I was like, and you were talking about how good, you know, just like what you were doing. [01:06] And I was like, well, sounds like you’ve got all figured out. And then I said, how many albums do you sell? And you said, you said, I don’t know. I saw him to like 80% of my clients. And I was like, why aren’t you talking to me about cells of your selling your albums to 80% of the clients? You probably should be teaching everybody here. But anyways, um, I do remember that. And so as one of those things that I just think, yeah, obviously you guys do really well and your business and I think you’re more humble than then you probably should be. Cause I know you guys really kicked butt. So anyway, so I just, thanks for being on this interview. I, I’m so excited. I know. And, and Carlos says she’s never done a podcast like this. So I’m just going to Mike, I feel like I’m a big time person, but this guide, okay, I’m just going to throw curve balls that are left or right. [01:43] It says that she thinks it’s just doesn’t know it’s coming anyways. Okay. I introduced you. I don’t, I know you from here, but tell us like, tell us about your studio, where you’re from, all that stuff too. Okay. So, um, I guess I will start with, I’m from Bolivia, South America and I have lived between both countries. My hose, I, I am bilingual. I speak Spanish... Support this podcast

Have you ever heard of Benzo Rage? What about other withdrawal symptoms like depression, aggression, or violent tendencies? All these behaviors can be escalated by benzos and learning how to deal with them just might be the key to success. In today's episode, D explores the behavioral symptoms of benzo withdrawal and shares a few resources which might help manage them. He also shines a light on Benzo Buddies, shares a comment about yeast overgrowth and candida, and tells a caregiver story from Long Island, New York. https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/benzo-bad-guys-anger-aggression-depression-and-obsession-bfp013Video ID: BFP013 Chapters 00:00 Introduction06:00 Mailbag09:20 Benzo News11:28 Benzo Spotlight14:52 Benzo Story21:06 FEATURE: Benzo Bad Guys53:56 Moment of Peace  Resources The following resource links are provided as a courtesy to our listeners. They do not constitute an endorsement by Easing Anxiety of the resource or any recommendations or advice provided therein. BENZO NEWS“The Challenge of Going Off Psychiatric Drugs” by Rachel Aviv from NewYorker.comBenzo Free Podcast: Episode #12 — “Conversation with a Caregiver”“What Do Doctors Need to Understand About Patients on Benzos?” by Jocelyn Pedersen from Benzo Brains“10 Tips for the Benzo Caregiver” by D E Foster on Benzo Free“Benzo Use in Pregnancy: Study Findings” by D E Foster on Benzo Free BENZO SPOTLIGHTBenzo Buddies FEATURE: Benzo Bad GuysBenzo Free Suicide Prevention Resources“Over Anxious Americans” by Renee Garfinkel from the Washington TimesPink Floyd “Comfortably Numb” by Waters and GilmoreThe Ashton Manual by C. Heather Ashton“Tranquilizer Detox Withdrawal Can Last Years” by Lauren Cox on ABC News“Britain Takes Halcion Sleeping Pills off the Market” by Liz Hunt and Glenn Frankel from the Washington Post“Psychotropic Drugs and Induced Hostility” by A. DiMascio, R.I. Shader and J. Harmatz from Psychosomatics“Anything for a Quiet Life?: Valium, Librium and Mogadon Once Seemed to Provide the Perfect Answer to Stress. We Now Know How this Group of Drugs Alters the Chemistry of the Brain; No Wonder They Create More Problems Than They Solve” by C. Heather Ashton in New ScientistBOOK: “The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World” by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu with Douglas Abrams (Amazon)BOOK: “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life” by Mark Manson (Amazon)AUDIOBOOK: “Don't Bite the Hook” by Pema Chodron (Amazon)YOUTUBE: “Don't Bite the Hook” by Pema Chodron (YouTube Audio)  Introduction In today's intro, I went off-script. I decided to just talk in the opening, instead of script it. I shared my experiences with getting tongue tied and why I do script most of the podcast.  Mailbag This is where we share questions and comments which were discussed: CORRECTION: Hendy's Home TownLast week, I introduced Hendy's story as if he was from Jarkata, Indonesia. I was wrong, Hendy is actually from Balikpapan, in East Borneo. I corrected this on the air and talked a bit about his actual home town.COMMENT: Benzo Belly, Candida, and Yeast Over GrowthThis was a comment from Jenny, in New England. Jenny shared information about yeast overgrowth and candida during benzo withdrawal. She had some good information, and I shared that I would look into it further.  Benzo Spotlight Our spotlight today shined on Benzo Buddies, the largest online discussion board in the benzo community. They can be found at benzobuddies.org.  Benzo Stories I shared a story today from Mary in Long Island, New York.  Feature Today's featured topic: Benzo Bad Guys: Anger, Aggression, Depression, and Obsession Today's feature focused on anger and depression. This is part of our 14 -part series on benzo symptom groups. This is the behavioral group from the psychological symptoms category. These symptoms include anger, irritability, aggression, depression, obsession, and suicidal thoughts. I shared some of my own ongoing experiences with these and talked about a few resources which I found useful.  The PodcastThe Benzo Free Podcast provides information, support, and community to those who struggle with the long-term effects of anxiety medications such as benzodiazepines (Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, Valium) and Z-drugs (Ambien, Lunesta, Sonata). WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.comMAILING LIST: https://www.easinganxiety.com/subscribe YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx DISCLAIMERAll content provided by Easing Anxiety is for general informational purposes only and should never be considered medical advice. Any health-related information provided is not a substitute for medical advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems, or to prescribe any medical devices or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it. Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://www.easinganxiety.com/disclaimer. CREDITSMusic provided / licensed by Storyblocks Audio — https://www.storyblocks.com Benzo Free Theme — Title: “Walk in the Park” — Artist: Neil Cross PRODUCTIONEasing Anxiety is produced by…Denim Mountain Presshttps://www.denimmountainpress.com ©2022 Denim Mountain Press – All Rights Reserved

Have you ever heard of Benzo Rage? What about other withdrawal symptoms like depression, aggression, or violent tendencies? All these behaviors can be escalated by benzos and learning how to deal with them just might be the key to success. In today's episode, D explores the behavioral symptoms of benzo withdrawal and shares a few resources which might help manage them. He also shines a light on Benzo Buddies, shares a comment about yeast overgrowth and candida, and tells a caregiver story from Long Island, New York. Welcome to Episode #13 Today we focus on anger and depression during benzo use and withdrawal. We'll explore various aspects of these symptoms along with some resources to help the patient and caregiver manage them. We also have a couple of comments, a benzo story from Long Island, New York, and shine our benzo spotlight on the largest online forum for benzos, Benzo Buddies. But first, let's list the resources used in this episode, and then we'll dive deeper into the content of episode 13. Episode Resources The following resource links are provided as a courtesy to our listeners. They do not constitute an endorsement by Benzo Free of the resource or any recommendations or advice provided therein. BENZO NEWS"The Challenge of Going Off Psychiatric Drugs" by Rachel Aviv from NewYorker.comBenzo Free Podcast: Episode #12 — "Conversation with a Caregiver""What Do Doctors Need to Understand About Patients on Benzos?" by Jocelyn Pedersen from Benzo Brains"10 Tips for the Benzo Caregiver" by D E Foster on Benzo Free"Benzo Use in Pregnancy: Study Findings" by D E Foster on Benzo Free BENZO SPOTLIGHTBenzo Buddies FEATURE: The Benzo Bad Guys: Anger, Aggression, Obsession, and DepressionBenzo Free Suicide Prevention Resources"Over Anxious Americans" by Renee Garfinkel from the Washington TimesPink Floyd "Comfortably Numb" by Waters and GilmoreThe Ashton Manual by C. Heather Ashton"Tranquilizer Detox Withdrawal Can Last Years" by Lauren Cox on ABC News"Britain Takes Halcion Sleeping Pills off the Market" by Liz Hunt and Glenn Frankel from the Washington Post"Psychotropic Drugs and Induced Hostility" by A. DiMascio, R.I. Shader and J. Harmatz from Psychosomatics"Anything for a Quiet Life?: Valium, Librium and Mogadon Once Seemed to Provide the Perfect Answer to Stress. We Now Know How this Group of Drugs Alters the Chemistry of the Brain; No Wonder They Create More Problems Than They Solve" by C. Heather Ashton in New ScientistBOOK: "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu with Douglas Abrams (Amazon)BOOK: "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life" by Mark Manson (Amazon)AUDIOBOOK: "Don't Bite the Hook" by Pema Chodron (Amazon)YOUTUBE: "Don't Bite the Hook" by Pema Chodron (YouTube Audio) BENZO FREE LINKSWebsitePodcast Home PageFeedback FormDisclaimer Podcast Summary This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax. Introduction In today's intro, I went off-script. I decided to just talk in the opening, instead of script it. I shared my experiences with getting tongue tied and why I do script most of the podcast. Mailbag This is where we share questions and comments which were discussed: CORRECTION: Hendy's Home TownLast week, I introduced Hendy's story as if he was from Jarkata, Indonesia. I was wrong, Hendy is actually from Balikpapan, in East Borneo. I corrected this on the air and talked a bit about his actual home town.COMMENT: Benzo Belly, Candida, and Yeast Over GrowthThis was a comment from Jenny, in New England.

“Fill your life with things that make you feel whole, instead of holey.” In this week’s episode, Julie Bastedo (who has taught high school English for 18 years and has two children of her own) walks mothers through some strategies to help us embrace who we truly are, instead of always pining after whom we think we “should” be. With humor and wisdom (and while quoting classic literature and poetry, of course), Julie dives into each of the following takeaways: 1) Sit down and make a list of the unique gifts that YOU bring to your children.2) Only follow social media accounts that enhance what you are already good at. (Julie calls this “ancillary material.” And don’t worry, she defines that.)3) Recognize that you will be a source of joy and a source of disappointment for others throughout your life…and that’s okay.Don’t miss this lively and uplifting discussion between two old friends who want to empower and encourage each other–and all the women who are listening. Show Notes Rachel’s podcast with Power of Moms about her trip to South Africa: "How Ordinary Moms Can Make an Extraordinary Difference." “When I Heard the Learn’d Astronomer” by Walt Whitman “One’s-Self I Sing by Walt Whitman: “Of Life immense in passion, pulse, and power/ Cheerful, for freest action form’d under the laws divine…” The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu Quote by Mother Teresa: “People are often unreasonable, irrational, and self-centered. Forgive them anyway.If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives. Be kind anyway.If you are successful, you will win some unfaithful friends and some genuine enemies. Succeed anyway.If you are honest and sincere, people may deceive you. Be honest and sincere anyway.What you spend years creating, others could destroy overnight. Create anyway.If you find serenity and happiness, some may be jealous. Be happy anyway.The good you do today will often be forgotten. Do good anyway.Give the best you have, and it may never be enough. Give your best anyway.In the final analysis, it’s between you and God.It was never between you and them anyway.”Jody Moore, Better Than Happy: “Other people’s opinion of me is none of my business.”

For many people, justice is an increasingly central call and need. But it brings risks. Maybe we feel burdened or superior or lonely. Benedictine sister Lynne Smith lives right at the nexus between contemplative spirituality and justice and has discovered that that can be a sweet spot for her joyful life.  Mentioned in Today's Podcast: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World Blue Ocean World podcast Episode 129

On a recent podcast, Ryan Bauers endorsed The Book of Joy, a conversation between the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu about finding joy. Dave Schmelzer read the book, loved it, and he and Ryan have an enthusiastic conversation about the great things there. Mentioned in Today's Podcast: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World Davidson's Tea Cocoa Nibs  

This week we talk to Carolyn Ball about how food became a trusted friend that ‘spoke' when she couldn't. An ally during postnatal depression and an experience that has shaped her perspective on the foodservice industry, and on selling as a profession within it.   We also cover B2B marketing and how businesses can leverage their food offering to reward and attract employees.   LINKS:   Recommended reads – a mix of science, spirit, sales and cultural inspiration.   Gastrophysics: The New Science of Eating by Prof Charles Spence https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0241977746/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_L8DwCb0YA20EF GROW: How Ideals Power Growth and Profit at the World's Greatest Companies by Jim Stengel https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0753540665/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_s8DwCbKZKFKAV Buffett's Bites: The Essential Investor's Guide to Warren Buffett's Shareholder Letters  by LJ Rittenhouse https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/007182328X/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_Y7DwCbH67BHPS The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Nobel Peace Prize Laureates Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama, and Archbishop Desmond Tutu https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0735207151/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_o7DwCbCW4TX8N Subscribe to The Week, buy The Spectator regularly and really look forward to the FT Weekend - particularly for its ‘Notes from a Digital Bunker' section.   Recommended podcasts: TED Talks Daily The Guilty Feminist The GaryVee Audio Experience Live Brave with Margie Warrell   I'd also highly recommend Mark Pitcher's Smash The Box You Tube channel and the ‘Insight Timer' app. I *try* (!) to meditate daily with guided sessions, which you can listen to for free. There are some great courses available too - I've just finished an excellent one by Lisa Abramson (£4.99 for 10 days). CAROLYN BALL Carolyn, Sales Director at Gather & Gather, has become obsessed by finding out more about how food can ‘speak' for us - to everyone we care about; how it can *really* contribute to our teams and our customers. Without whom the whole thing folds. Through listening, reading, researching, eating (!) and meeting, she's developed a hybrid and unorthodox sort of perspective - on the future of food as a different kind of ‘heritage industry'....Her real passion is to hunt for yesterday's magic and explore tomorrow's theories; figuring out how we can translate them today. Having transcribed 15th Century recipes and interviewed many an interesting soul for a couple of news desks, Caroline has always seen food as one of the world's greatest vehicles for communication and revelation. FOLLOW US:   Carolyn https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-ball-7969135a/   Mark / WE ARE Spectacular⠀   https://twitter.com/spectacularmark https://twitter.com/spectacularchat    https://www.instagram.com/spectacularmark/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmcculloch/       Do you want to be on the next Spectacular Marketing Podcast? Email gabby@wearespectacular.com  

John uses “The Book of Joy - Lasting Happiness in a Changing World”, by the Dalai Lama, Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Douglas Abrams to explore the nature of joy. He suggests that joy is not happiness. Unlike happiness joy is a gift. It is planted deep down and there are things we can do to help nurture our joy. He uses the research done Sonja Lyubomirsky to explore 3 ways to be joyful.John the Baptist shows us how to live lives of joy, unbound for that which takes us away from joy – when we live generously and compassionately. How might we practically live generously and compassionately this Christmas?

Summary: MCPL Assistant Director Angelisa Hawes and Department of Environmental Protection Program Manager Larissa Johnson discuss local energy efficiency initiatives and resources available throughout Montgomery County.   Recording Date: November 7, 2018 Guests:  Angelisa Hawes, MCPL Assistant Director for Facilities and ADA Larissa Johnson, Residential Energy Program Manager, Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection Hosts: Julie Dina and David Payne What Our Guests Are Reading: Angelisa Hawes: Radical Candor: How to Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity by Kim Scott Larissa Johnson: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu MCPL Books and Other Resources Mentioned During this Episode: Energy efficiency books at MCPL Kill a Watt energy meter  Other Resources Mentioned During this Episode: BeSMART Energy Efficiency Loan for Homeowners EmPOWER Maryland Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) DEP Calendar of Events Montgomery County Green Bank My Green Montgomery Quick Home Energy Check-up Residential Property Tax Credit - Energy Conservation Other Items of Interest:  Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) in Montgomery County Read the transcript

Retirement would have to be put off again for Mr. Markan. After departing from the corporate working world, Jim’s vision had shifted and his need to help others far exceeded his want to sit lakeside enjoying a cold beverage. Inspired by the work of the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu in their co-authored bestseller, “The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World,” Jim quickly became encapsulated in the Lifelong Learning Institute where he soon became a speaker and program mentor. He has a wealth of knowledge in positive cognitive development and has spent time traversing the country sharing ideas in hopes of creating a more united planet.

Ainsley Ayres is a silver medalist from the 2015 and 2017 USA National Yoga Championship and in 2016 finished 4th at the World Yoga Sports Championship. Apart from taking her onto the world stage, yoga has helped Ainsley recover from sport injuries and manage depression, anxiety, and ADHD. But above all else, Ainsley finds unending joy in practicing yoga and sees her life’s purpose to spread the practice. In this episode, you’ll hear from Ainsley on: Putting together a cocktail of mantras to overcome self-doubt, build confidence, and find the joy in life Being honest and unapologetic with yourself about your obsessions, regardless of what “normal” looks like to others Why she competes in yoga, and why it has never felt antithetical to the nature of yoga Announcements: Access my FREE online library of audio workshops: henrywins.com/practice Get a FREE 14-day trial of ConvertKit + my 3-pronged list building strategy: henrywins.com/ck Links from this episode: Join Ainsley for Bend in Bless, a yoga retreat in Mexico at Casa Om The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by the Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu and Douglas Abrams on Amazon Ainsleyayres.com Ainsley on Instagram

"Fill your life with things that make you feel whole, instead of holey." In this week's episode, Julie Bastedo (who has taught high school English for 18 years and has two children of her own) walks mothers through some strategies to help us embrace who we truly are, instead of always pining after whom we think we "should" be. With humor and wisdom (and while quoting classic literature and poety, of course), Julie dives into each of the following takeaways:   1) Sit down and make a list of the unique gifts that YOU bring to your children.2) Only follow social media accounts that enhance what you are already good at. (Julie calls this "ancillary material." And don't worry, she defines that.)3) Recognize that you will be a source of joy and a source of disappointment for others throughout your life...and that's okay.  Don't miss this lively and uplifting discussion between two old friends who want to empower and encourage each other--and all the women who are listening. Show Notes -Rachel's podcast with Power of Moms about her trip to South Africa: https://powerofmoms.com/ordinary-moms-can-make-extraordinary-difference-crystal-paine-rachel-nielson-episode-186/ -"When I Heard the Learn'd Astronomer" by Walt Whitman -"One's-Self I Sing by Walt Whitman: "Of Life immense in passion, pulse, and power/ Cheerful, for freest action form’d under the laws divine..." -The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu -Quote by Mother Teresa:   "People are often unreasonable, irrational, and self-centered. Forgive them anyway.If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives. Be kind anyway.If you are successful, you will win some unfaithful friends and some genuine enemies. Succeed anyway.If you are honest and sincere, people may deceive you. Be honest and sincere anyway.What you spend years creating, others could destroy overnight. Create anyway.If you find serenity and happiness, some may be jealous. Be happy anyway.The good you do today will often be forgotten. Do good anyway.Give the best you have, and it may never be enough. Give your best anyway.In the final analysis, it's between you and God.It was never between you and them anyway." -Jody Moore, Bold New Mom: "Other people's opinion of me is none of my business."  

In this episode of Emotions in Harmony, Dr. Carmen Román expresses certain points of view about all those who, for different reasons, do not enjoy Christmas. The different motivations that may be affecting them are discussed at a psychological level. Enjoy this episode and learn how to establish certain psychological boundaries so that the Grinch does not alter your environment or your emotional state. At the same time, you will reflect about how to recognize with your body and your heart more than the intellectual. Similarly, Dr. Carmen Roman tell us about how to spiritually and mentally embrace the Grinch as we prepare to enjoy the holiday season. Finally, they will have the secrets of how to feel better with yourself even in the presence of this type of people in your family nucleus and how to help other people to overcome this type of behavior for the enjoyment of this Holiday. We close this end of the season with this great chapter where Dr. Carmen Roman tells us about her experiences as a psychologist about the treatment of this type of people and how to establish borders with them mentally and in the same way, why this type of people expect you to do something for them. What you will learn in this episode: How to help and save yourself from the person near you who is not enjoying the holidays How to identify them (Grinch) How to identify the problems that they could bring you in your life How to set clear up boundaries How to be gracious about these boundaries How to move on with your life Why those Grinch spread madness and anger Reasons you may consider while protecting your mental health Feelings you may experience when trying to accommodate for a Grinch. The value of being true to yourself and avoid the temptation of changing others.   Recommended books - The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu. Available at http://amzn.to/2BTgaGz - On the Other Side of Fear: How I Found Peace by Hallie Lord. Available at http://amzn.to/2zcGOVp   Connect with Dr. Carmen Roman: Website – www.emotionsinharmony.com Email her at carmen@armoniaemocional.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DraCarmenRoman/ Twitter https://twitter.com/DraCarmenRoman YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/cafecitovirtual

Episode Number 1 - Maia Young, Health Coach and Co-Founder of Love Yourself to Happiness Maia is a health coach, mom of two, daughter, community member, and soul sister. She lives in Maine with her two kids and a cat named Mr. Man. After years of being lost in motherhood and following a professional life that was a path that other people thought she should follow, she has spent the past few years soul searching to re-learn who she is. By using the same tools that she now teaches to her clients, she was able to hone in on what makes her heart full. She found the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and became a health coach, something that she feels is in complete alignment with her purpose. Her mission as a health coach is to change the way women look at nutrition. She wants to help women realize that nutrition is more than the food that they eat. It is the way you nurture your body from the inside out. She teaches her clients that you can eat a clean, whole food diet, but if you are unbalanced in other areas of your life such as work, exercise, relationships, and/or spirituality, then it will be challenging to fully nurture yourself and live at your greatest potential. Maia wants to help women who have lost sight of who they are and help them figure out what makes them tick and what ignites that fire in their belly. She wants to help other women feel the best they have ever felt so that they can spread joy everywhere they go. She want to help moms model to their children how to nurture themselves from the within so that children of the next generations can have a jump start on self-care and knowing who they really are, not what society tells them to be! Maia feels passionate about ending the epidemic of women losing themselves in our busy society. She has teamed up with Michaela to spread their mission of giving women self-care techniques to put themselves first, become happy in their own skin, and to thrive and spread joy everywhere they go. You can find Maia through a variety of ways: https://www.facebook.com/loveyourselftohappiness/ www.maiakristin.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAv4t9AJAxa3cTOApLrFuDA?view_as=subscriber https://www.instagram.com/loveyourselftohappiness/ Loveyourself2happiness@gmail.com Current offerings: 1:1 Goal Setting with Maia and Michaela: https://maiakristin.com/product/goal-setting-session/ 6 Week Love Yourself to Happiness Course (The next session begins 1/29/18): https://maiakristin.com/product/lyth-6-week-course/ Book Recommendation: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World By Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu Check out the founder of the Institute of Integrative Nutrition’s latest book: http://geti.in/2kagNjv

In this episode, Caleb and Todd talk with Kenny and Elle Campbell, founders of Stuff You Can Use. *Guest Links* Elle Campbell on Twitter ( https://twitter.com/ellllllllllle ) Elle Campbell on Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/elllllllllllllllllle/ ) Kenny Campbell on Twitter ( https://twitter.com/kennnnnnnnny ) Kenny Campbell on Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/kennnnnnnnny/ ) Stuff You Can Use ( http://stuffyoucanuse.org ) Grow Curriculum ( http://growcurriculum.org ) *Links Mentioned* Orange/reThink group ( http://thinkorange.com ) Launch YOUniversity Podcast ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-launch-youniversity/id1158928053?mt=2 ) TED Radio Hour ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ted-radio-hour/id523121474?mt=2 ) Radiolab ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/radiolab/id152249110?mt=2 ) This American Life ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/this-american-life/id201671138?mt=2 ) Reply All ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reply-all/id941907967?mt=2 ) Planet Money ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/planet-money/id290783428?mt=2 ) Tanis ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tanis/id1049183167?mt=2 ) Rabbits ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/rabbits/id1209601557?mt=2 ) We're Alive ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/were-alive-a-zombie-story-of-survival/id313300476?mt=2 ) How to Brainstorm Using Creative Boards Blog - Elle Campbell ( https://stuffyoucanuse.org/creative-boards/ ) Upwork ( https://www.upwork.com ) Headspace ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/headspace-guided-meditation-mindfulness/id493145008?mt=8 ) The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World - Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, and Douglas Carlton Abrams ( https://www.amazon.com/Book-Joy-Lasting-Happiness-Changing/dp/0399185046/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&keywords=the+book+of+joy&qid=1498529215&s=books&sr=1-1 ) Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future - Ashlee Vance ( https://www.amazon.com/Elon-Musk-SpaceX-Fantastic-Future/dp/006230125X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&keywords=elon+musk&qid=1498529914&s=books&sr=1-1 ) Pat Flynn ( https://patflynn.com ) Amy Porterfield ( http://www.amyporterfield.com ) *Things We Learned* * Solving your problems can help you solve other people's problems. * When you work for someone else you work for their vision. When you work for you, you work for your vision. * Be an expert generalist. * The most creative people aren't experts in one field, but they do know a lot about many fields. * Get on the ground to learn about your customer. * The Sunk Cost Fallacy: Sometimes it's better to move on from a failure than to continue to invest in a failure. * Don't tie your self worth to your ideas. *Quotes* "Be an expert generalist." - @ellllllllllle @LearnersPodcast Click to Tweet ( http://ctt.ec/IHCN8 ) "Creativity links connections that have never been made before." - @ellllllllllle @LearnersPodcast Click to Tweet ( http://ctt.ec/c2cXC ) "You can only take each idea one at a time." - @kennnnnnnnny @LearnersPodcast Click to Tweet ( http://ctt.ec/20WNe ) "The most successful people are still flawed." - @kennnnnnnnny @LearnersPodcast Click to Tweet ( http://ctt.ec/E2p8J ) *New Episode Every Tuesday* Subscribe for free on iTunes! ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-learners-corner-podcast/id1191180253?mt=2 ) Leave us a rating and review on iTunes! ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-learners-corner-podcast/id1191180253?mt=2 ) It's the best way for us to expand this conversation and it helps us learn how we can better help you. Subscribe on Google Play! Subscribe on Stitcher! ( http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-learners-corner-podcast/the-learners-corner ) Like our page on Facebook! ( https://www.facebook.com/thelearnerscorner/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel ) Continue the conversation with us during the week through Twitter! ( https://twitter.com/LearnersPodcast ) See what's going on during the week with us on Instagram! ( https://www.instagram.com/thelearnerscorner/ ) Subscribe for free ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-learners-corner-podcast/id1191180253?mt=2 ) and you won't miss our next episode with the founders of Loyal Collective.

Do you continually spend time, money and energy looking for external resources that will help you live a healthier life? What if you could spend a few minutes a day tuning into yourself to understand what your needs are, and what you need to do to fulfill those needs? In this episode, you'll learn about a simple practice that you can do daily to move you along the road of understanding what you need and opening yourself to taking action for your health and peace of mind. You don't even have to strap on your gym shoes!  Resources: Science of Breath   The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World

''I literally knew that whatever I dreamed of I could do'' - Tommy Danger Has there ever been a moment in your life when you thought “I could never do that in a million years!”? What if instead, you believed that you could? What would be possible if you pushed past your self-limiting beliefs and decided to show up big in every aspect of your life? Today’s conversation is with my good friend and adventure athlete, Tommy Danger, who will inspire you to push your life to the ultimate limit! Tommy learned in his mid 20's that life wasn't about the money you make, but the lives you change. Through his love of adventure he founded a non-profit foundation called More Than Just Me that uses adventure projects to raise money and drive awareness for important causes around the world. He is currently in the middle of his third project called More Than Just Mountains where he is climbing the Seven Summits (the highest peak on each continent) with two of his close friends to raise awareness for Cystic Fibrosis. It's been almost 10 years since Tommy made a massive change to his lifestyle and since then he has biked from Los Angeles to Boston, ran from Seattle to Daytona Beach, and has completed four of the Seven Summits. He currently lives in Park City, UT with his beautiful wife Alyx, their pup Boo, and a little Danger baby on the way. In this exciting discussion, Tommy shares the lessons he’s learned through his many adventures and exactly how he’s using them to positively impact the world. He walks us through his incredible trek through Papua, Indonesia and how he barely made it out alive. The journey included everything from hiking through tropical jungles and traversing through rivers, to climbing steep cliffs and negotiating with tribal chiefs. If you want to learn how to turn your biggest dreams into reality, push your body to unimaginable limits, and make the most out of each and every moment that life has to offer, you definitely won’t want to miss this convo! Here’s a quick breakdown of our chat… [08:22] Where did his incredible sense of adventure come from and what exactly is the story behind his nickname, Fat Tommy? [12:20] Hear about his first big adventure, biking coast-to-coast from California to Boston, to raise money for at-risk teens. [15:00] The importance of believing that YOU can turn your dreams into reality. [16:30] Learn how More Than Just Me is using adventure to bring awareness to important causes. [20:15] How to see the positive side of anything, find your internal happiness and change the world in the process! [24:40] His crazy adventure to run across the US (20 miles per day for 6 months) and the single moment that made all the blood, sweat and tears 100% worth it. [30:20] Find out how the More than just Mountains project is helping to drive awareness to those affected by Cystic Fibrosis. [32:50] Learn how to tap into the power of your mind and push your body to the ultimate limit. [40:20] The story of how he barely escaped from a remote location buried deep in the heart of Papua, Indonesia. ''We have birth and we have death. What happens between is up to us.'' - Tommy Danger Enjoying the show? For iTunes listeners, get automatic downloads and share the love by subscribing, rating & reviewing here! Links and Resources More Than Just Me Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World Front Row Dad’s Retreat Front Row Foundation Summit - July 24-26th in Cleveland, OH Speaker Trainer Experience 1 Life Fully Lived If you’re enjoying the show, let us know about it HERE o/

DeanBokhari.com • EP178. Envy Doesn’t Leave Room For Joy — 6 Strategies for Overcoming Envy ***** This episode was inspired by The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by The Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, and Douglas Abrams (see full book summary here). Click the Play button to get started. [player] BOOK(S) MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 'The Book of Joy' by The Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, Douglas Abrams Get Book Get Book Summary

  Kristina (Kris) L. Petrocco-Napuli, DC, MS, is currently an associate professor at National University of Health Sciences-Florida. She completed her doctor of chiropractic degree from New York Chiropractic College, following graduation she entered into a post doctoral fellowship program within chiropractic technique.  She also received a master's degree in instructional design development and evaluation from Syracuse University. Dr. Petrocco-Napuli has a strong interest in women's health, chronic pain and integrative care. Petrocco-Napuli is frequently sought after as a national speaker and has a strong interest in clinical and educational research. Show Notes Fascinated by the chiro table as a child, started getting adjusted at age 4. After gradation, started her own clinic while teaching. Focus on women’s health and how chiropractic can help the medical field. Women are traditionally the health guides of the household. 57% of women are in the laborforce. Females roles are changing in society. Listening to the female patients entire story is very important in treating them. Problems are always multi-factoral. Know Yourself, Change the World – article by Parker Palmer. Talk about products that alter body chemistry – a way to connect to womens’ issues and educate them, and get their attention. Action steps: New docs – You are ready! Don’t be afraid to reach out to experienced docs. Experienced docs – Dig deep in your toolbox and reinvigorate your care. Investigate yourself, reconnect with yourself. Biggest challenge – starting her own practice. Having confidence in treating people, and learning about business. Personal heroes: Dr. Ken Pagett The history of our profession is important to know and appreciate how far we have come. Rituals: Belief and Trust Book: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu Best business advice: “Treat the patient not the billfold.” Being authentic and true with people means a lot. Twitter: drkrispn Facebook: Dr Kristina Petrocco Napoli Like what you hear? Subscribe! If you’ve found any value or helpful information in the Chiro Business Mojo Podcast then we’d love to hear about it! Please head over to iTunes and subscribe. While you’re at it, leave us a rating (5 stars would be great) and a review so others can find us! If you have any questions or comments about this show or its contents, please post them in the comments area below and we’ll be happy to answer them!

Fine Music Radio — "This happy hour: Andrew Marjoribanks, Wordsworth Books, gives us a bagful of the best in fiction and non-fiction. Beverley Roos Muller and Mike Fitzjames have Ireland in mind, Beverley with Emma Donaghue’s novel The Wonder, and Mike with John Banville’s Time Piece – A Dublin Memoir and Pete McCarthy’s hilarious McCarthy’s Bar. As always, Mike Fitzjames sets our nerves ajangle with thrillers, two this month by Karen Rose and Ian Rankin. Melvyn Minnaar reviews Historian Hermann Giliomee – An Autobiography. This is Giliomee’s colourful, controversial and feisty career in local history and politics. Jane Raphaely finds Petina Guppah’s The Book of Memory memorable. Jay Heale considers two very different books about human relationships, which he recommends as excellent reading for young adults. Vanessa Levenstein found more good reading for young adults in Alice Hoffman’s Faithful. Myrna Robins finds fine Africana in Yeomen of the Karoo: The Story of the Imperial Yeomanry Hospital at Deelfontein by Rose Willis, Arnold van Wyk and JC ‘Kay” de Villiers. Phillippa Cheifitz finds well seasoned reasons to rush to the kitchen in Reuben Riffel’s fourth cookbook – Reuben at Home, while Philip Todres finds joyfulness in The Book of Joy – Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by the Nobel Peace Prize Laureates His Holiness Tenzin Gyatso the 14th Dalai Lama and Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu, with Douglas Carlton. Do stay with us for our easy-peasy competition to win one of two R200 Wordsworth Books vouchers. Andrew Marjoribanks, a bagful of good books here!"

"This happy hour: Andrew Marjoribanks, Wordsworth Books, gives us a bagful of the best in fiction and non-fiction. Beverley Roos Muller and Mike Fitzjames have Ireland in mind, Beverley with Emma Donaghue's novel The Wonder, and Mike with John Banville's Time Piece – A Dublin Memoir and Pete McCarthy's hilarious McCarthy's Bar. As always, Mike Fitzjames sets our nerves ajangle with thrillers, two this month by Karen Rose and Ian Rankin. Melvyn Minnaar reviews Historian Hermann Giliomee – An Autobiography. This is Giliomee's colourful, controversial and feisty career in local history and politics. Jane Raphaely finds Petina Guppah's The Book of Memory memorable. Jay Heale considers two very different books about human relationships, which he recommends as excellent reading for young adults. Vanessa Levenstein found more good reading for young adults in Alice Hoffman's Faithful. Myrna Robins finds fine Africana in Yeomen of the Karoo: The Story of the Imperial Yeomanry Hospital at Deelfontein by Rose Willis, Arnold van Wyk and JC ‘Kay” de Villiers. Phillippa Cheifitz finds well seasoned reasons to rush to the kitchen in Reuben Riffel's fourth cookbook – Reuben at Home, while Philip Todres finds joyfulness in The Book of Joy – Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by the Nobel Peace Prize Laureates His Holiness Tenzin Gyatso the 14th Dalai Lama and Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu, with Douglas Carlton. Do stay with us for our easy-peasy competition to win one of two R200 Wordsworth Books vouchers. Andrew Marjoribanks, a bagful of good books here!"

In Episode #7 of the Mother’s Quest Podcast, I am honored to bring you this intimate, inspired conversation with Jenjii Hysten, a mother, coach, and community leader who I deeply admire. I have known Jenjii for almost a decade now, through my connection with her husband Franklin. But in recent months, Jenjii’s raw and vulnerable sharing about what it is like to be the mother of two black boys and fear for their safety, caused me to move past my worry of saying or doing the wrong thing and reach out to her in a whole different way. Our honest conversation about the ways in which we’ve stepped out of our comfort zones to live out loud and forge connections with one another based on our common humanity, as mothers of sons, was one of the most powerful moments I have had yet on the Mother’s Quest Podcast.   Jenjii is an advocate, teacher, student, facilitator and a voice for the voiceless. She was born in Los Angeles but says that Oakland raised her. She studied Interdisciplinary-Studies with an emphasis on Urban/Economic Development at UC Berkeley, holds a CompassPoint Executive Director certificate and is an ordained minister. In her early 20s, she worked with the Children's Defense Fund for a program called Freedom School and says it saved her life. This is where she learned the beauty of Servant Leadership, which is one of her core values. As the Founder of SOS, Saving Our Sisters Saving our Selves, over the course of 10 years, she served hundreds of girls throughout the Bay Area. In her 20+ years working, Jenjii has served as a Program Director, Executive Director, Dean of Students, Curriculum Designer, started New Life Ministries with her husband Franklin, and is currently the Co-founder and CEO of Hysten Consulting, LLC. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did. I was struck by the concept of rhythm, and how it can manifest in our lives, our children, our bodies, our communities, and perhaps most importantly, our collective humanity. I hope you will leave the conversation, as I did, inspired to think about the ways in which you can find your rhythm and live out loud in your own E.P.I.C. life. Topics discussed in this episode: Being on a quest to “live out loud” and what that means for your life How our kids show us who they are through their words, actions, dreams, and challenges The importance of passion and purpose Being a servant leader and in turn, raising them as well How Jenjii’s own battle with diabetes saved her and taught her about following her body’s rhythm and the importance of sleep, exercise, food and stress reduction My visit to Jenjii and Franklin’s church and how humanity connects us regardless of class, race or religion Resources mentioned in this episode: The Mother’s Quest Founder’s Circle at mothersquest.com/about The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by His Holiness, the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu The Safe, Natural, Whole-Body Approach to Managing Your Glucose Levels and Losing Weight by Dr. Don Colbert Hysten Consulting and Jenjii Hysten on Facebook New Life Ministries --- Mother's Quest is a podcast for moms who are ready to live a truly E.P.I.C. life. Join in for intimate conversations with a diverse group of inspiring mothers as they share how they are living an E.P.I.C. life, engaging mindfully with their children (E), passionately and purposefully making a difference beyond their family (P), investing in themselves (I), and connecting to a strong support network (C). Learn More at www.mothersquest.com Join our community of mothers to light the way and sustain you on your quest at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mothersquest/

The calendars have been flipped and 2017 is upon us. A fresh start and we don’t know if the car is going to crash over the cliff, handle all of the curves or keep on driving off into the sunset. I’m full of worries for the world around me. Anyone with half of an open mind would realize there is a pot of turmoil and upheaval boiling on the stove and soon it is going to start making a mess. The holidays were full of quiet time away from screens and memories being made with those I love. There has been plenty of thought put into my 3 Words exercise and yet I haven’t settled on the ones I want to commit to. I’m trying to not make them fight, truth and balance. Those are all going to play a big part, but they can’t be the focus. Or should they? I’m still deciding. The discussions happening behind the scenes give me hope. Catching up with friends via back channels rather than conversations in the open. Slowly seeing more people questioning decisions being made around them. Realizing that there is only so much one can prepare for when most of our reality is out of their control. I find myself with a bit of a clean slate this year. Several relationships have gone away and while none of them held me back, they did dictate the paths I had to choose sometimes. The idea of open roads and shifting with the win excites me. Someone asked me over break what my job description for 2017 might look like and as I pondered the question for a minute “Create and Inspire” is what I settled on. Two words don’t make a job description, but as I pull together my syllabus for the two classes I’m teaching at Bentley this spring and think about the projects I want to finish this year, they work. Two speaking gigs I have in February certainly fit into the inspire category. Brand new talks on back-to-back days in two difference states. I can’t wait. Today new cameras will arrive for me to test out and I have a short film I’m  story boarding out with the plan of releasing it before spring. 2017 is going to be a rough year. So much turmoil and transition. Emotions are going to be on the razors edge at all times. People will click, scream and share without thinking. It is going to get worse before anything gets better. That being said, I’m focusing on what I can control. What I can do. What I can make a difference with. So much that will happen in the days ahead I have zero control over and getting angry will do very little except make my life worse. As angry as I might feel about something, does screaming into the Internet abyss help anyone? Does it do anything to curb my anger? NO. The rain is falling outside. None is hitting me because I’m inside of my house, typing away on my computer. I’m fortunate to be in this situation and will never take it for granted. So many people I know are hurting from a myriad of things and in the grand scheme of the universe I’m not. Every morning I wake up I try to remind myself of that. I’m going to spend less time at this desk and more time moving, doing and helping. The last book I was reading in 2016 was The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World and it is the first book I’m reading in 2017. It is full of nuggets that I know I’ll be carrying with me over the coming months. Nuggets that I’ll take out, ponder and breath with when I need them. I highly recommend the book. I hope 2017 brings you what you seek. Be prepared to work for it. Don’t expect anything to be given to you. Always remember that you don’t have to scream to make a difference. Go get it. noC.C. Chapmanmarketing,public,relations,man

Douglas Abrams discusses The Dalai Lama, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World.