Podcasts about key ideas

In the past couple of weeks, two smart people looked at the same moment in AI and came away with opposite advice. Matt Shumer says wake up, this is urgent, denial is dangerous. Ann Handley says slow down, stop panicking, protect your judgment. I agree with both of them. And yet I think their arguments are incomplete. In this episode, I offer a third stance: value doesn't just vanish during disruption. It gets rebundled. Reorganized. Repackaged into new bundles of tasks, trust, judgment, and responsibility. And whoever understands that process early gets to position themselves on the right side of it. I steelman both arguments, push back on both, and then spend the bulk of the episode on what excites me most: the new paths opening up for writers and marketing professionals right now. And why this is all scary and very exciting at the same time! What You'll Learn Why Shumer is right about urgency and capability, and where his argument breaks down Why Handley is right about protecting your agency, and the uncomfortable question her advice raises What "value rebundling" means and why it matters more than any AI prediction Three rebundling patterns reshaping how work gets organized Why the career ladder is breaking and what replaces it Whether "slow down" is a luxury belief, and how runway changes which advice applies to you Three new business paths for writers and marketers (Micro-Agency of One, Productized Workflow, Operator-Teacher) Four additional micro business examples to expand your thinking Why anything you build from here may have a shorter shelf life, and why that's actually freeing Four practical plays you can run this week, including a 14-day micro-offer challenge Key Ideas and Takeaways 1. Both Sides Are Partly Right: Shumer is right about the engine. Handley is right about the road. AI capabilities can jump fast AND adoption can still be messy. These are different layers of the same reality. 2. Value Gets Rebundled: Jobs are bundles of tasks, responsibility, trust, and context. AI lowers the cost of tasks. Organizations redesign the bundle. The question isn't "Will my job disappear?" It's "What will my work be repackaged into?" If you do nothing, someone else rebundles you. 3. Three Rebundling Patterns: The Orchestrator: human value shifts to scoping outcomes, setting standards, making tradeoffs, and integrating outputs. This is product thinking, not prompting. The Judgment Premium: when speed is cheap, the bottleneck moves to accuracy, brand risk, accountability, and trust. Judgment becomes more valuable where stakes are high. The Adaptive Builder: durable edge goes to people who experiment fast, chain tools into workflows, ship, measure, and rebuild when the tools change. 4. Runway Changes Everything: Your financial position determines which advice even applies to you. If your runway is short, your first goal should be financial runway. Reduce burn, increase reliable income, create a second stream. Runway gives you options. Options give you agency. 5. New Paths Beyond Your Current Job Frame: AI collapsed the cost of building. You can rebundle value outside companies, on your own terms. 6. Shorter Shelf Lives Are the New Normal: Anything you build from now on will likely have a shorter lifespan than you're used to. That's okay. The durable skill is getting good at building, shipping, learning, and rebuilding. That cycle is the skill. 7. Speed Without Panic, Intention Without Paralysis: No denial. No doom. No thrash. Choose one lane, build one proof asset, ship one offer. The future belongs to finishers. Action Steps Push AI into your hardest, most time-consuming work. One hour a day, one workflow per week. Identify what compounds in your work (judgment, taste, relationships) and protect it. Automate what doesn't. Map your work on the stakes/trust 2x2 grid. Migrate toward high-stakes, high-trust work. Launch one fixed-scope micro-offer in 14 days. Build proof. Ship. Iterate.

February 22, 2026 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: Resilience isn't about protecting what we have on earth; it's about anchoring our hearts to the one Treasure that can never be lost: Life with Jesus. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

Virtual learning didn't start as a tech experiment. It started as a capacity and access solution.In this conversation, Julie Young traces the early design logic behind Florida Virtual School—what problems it was built to solve in the mid-1990s, and what that origin story still reveals about rigor, relationships, student identity, and how to design learning systems that scale.You'll hear why the mission was never “deliver online,” but break the capacity ceiling—especially in places where schools couldn't staff courses, couldn't afford expansion, or literally didn't have rooms to add sections. Key Ideas and Moments1) “Virtual delivery was the means, not the mission.”Julie frames FLVS as a response to overcrowding, teacher shortages, and unequal course access—not a fascination with the internet.2) The AP “try it with a safety net” designAn early innovation: students could attempt AP coursework while having a built-in path back without public shame, sometimes even with the same teacher—reducing fear of failure and expanding who even tries advanced courses.3) Why some students “become a different person” onlineJulie describes how virtual learning can enable students who were failing or labeled in traditional settings to succeed because:they can move faster or slower without an audience,teachers can give more individualized attention,relationships can be built deliberately,bullying/social status pressures are reduced.4) Relationship-building as an operational system, not a vibeEarly FLVS practice emphasized front-loading relationship-building: extended calls, deep parent conversations, learning student voice through writing, and using that baseline for both instruction and academic integrity (in an era before tools like Turnitin).5) The parent's role: support pace, don't replace the teacherJulie is explicit that FLVS was designed with teachers responsible for learning, and parents as partners for pace, communication, and context—not as the primary instructor.6) What online makes possible in K–12 ↔ college pathwaysFrom ASU Prep Digital, Julie shares how online models remove “physical campus” and age-related barriers in dual enrollment—making authentic college coursework possible even for unusually accelerated middle school students.7) Why she wrote the book nowJulie's book aims to capture 30 years of policy, research, mistakes, and breakthroughs—the “drama and trauma” of building an industry that many newer educators only encountered through the distorted lens of 2020.Who This Episode Is ForPolicy and system leaders shaping virtual/hybrid strategyDistrict and school leaders designing scalable online programsInstructional designers and program operators trying to make relationships reliable at scaleAnyone tired of pandemic-era assumptions substituting for real historyLinks & ReferencesJulie Young Education - https://www.julieyoungeducation.com/Julie's new book Virtual Schools, Actual Learning: Digital Education in America (with Julie Peterson and Kay Johnson)Florida Virtual School - https://www.flvs.net/Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration - https://www.cilc.org/Learn more about Banyan Global Learning: https://www.banyangloballearning.com

February 15, 2026 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: We use our diverse gifts to grow into The Body of Christ that reflects The Fullness of Christ as we continue The Ministry of Christ on earth. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

February 8, 2026 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: The Church is a heroic team on an epic adventure where God has given everyone a role to play.  Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

February 1, 2026 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: Looking back at God's history gives us hope for our present. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

January 25, 2026 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: When we keep looking up, everything comes into focus. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

January 11, 2026 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: Your heavenly father knows every tiny detail about you, and still loves you! Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

Show notes / PDF, Infographic, Detailed Chapter-by-Chapter Audiobook Summary, Animated Book Summary / Free Audiobook Audiobook Summary of The Happiness Project: Or, Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean My Closets, Fight Right, Read Aristotle, and Generally Have More Fun Life gets busy. Has The Happiness Project been gathering dust on your bookshelf? Instead, learn some of the key ideas now. We're scratching the surface here. If you don't already have the book, order the book or get the audiobook for free on Amazon to learn the juicy details. ⁠The Happiness Project⁠ covers a year of Gretchen Rubin's pursuit of what she wants to obtain from life: happiness. Therefore, as a form of scientific research, she spent a whole year trying to maximize her degree of happiness. For each month, she allocated herself tasks to engage with that she believed would make her happier. The Happiness Project summarizes the tasks that worked for her so you can also follow your own happiness project. ⁠Gretchen Rubin⁠ is a writer on subjects of habits, happiness, and human nature. She is the author of the New York Times bestsellers Better Than Before, Happier at Home, and The Happiness Project. Rubin's books have sold more than two million print and online copies worldwide in over thirty languages. On her daily blog, GretchenRubin.com, she reports on her adventures in pursuit of habits and happiness. On her weekly podcast, Happier with Gretchen Rubin, she discusses good habits and happiness with her sister Elizabeth Craft, a Los Angeles-based television writer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

January 4, 2026 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: God is bigger than any problem we can list in 2026. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

Are your holiday traditions starting to feel more like a burden than a blessing? This episode is for every dad who's tired of December chaos and wants more connection, not more clutter. If you're overwhelmed by family expectations, packed schedules, and traditions that no longer serve your family - there's one powerful question that can change everything. Discover the one question that can simplify your entire holiday season and bring your family closer. Learn how to identify which traditions truly matter to your kids (hint: it's not the expensive ones). Get practical, low-effort ideas for meaningful moments that reduce stress and build lifelong memories. Hit play to find out how one simple question can help you lead your family into a calmer, more connected holiday season. ----- Timestamps 00:00:00 – Recognizing When Traditions Become a Burden 00:00:14 – Welcome/Podcast Introduction 00:01:08 – Purpose of the Episode: Simplifying December Traditions 00:02:04 – Reflecting on Traditions and Their Value 00:03:17 – How Societal and Familial Pressure Impacts Traditions 00:04:12 – Evaluating Traditions Based on Family Values 00:05:49 – Identifying Traditions that Fill vs. Drain Energy 00:06:59 – Remembering Meaningful Traditions from Childhood 00:07:40 – Examples of Simple, Calming Holiday Traditions 00:12:35 – Avoiding the Clutter Trap During Holidays 00:12:53 – How to Recognize Burdensome Traditions 00:15:01 – How to Talk with Family About Simplifying Traditions 00:16:33 – Recap: Takeaways and Key Ideas 00:17:31 – Resource & Reflection: Rest and Reset for Dads 00:18:55 – Closing Thoughts and Farewell ----- "Dad Central is a podcast that supports fathers in navigating fatherhood, reducing stress, building confidence, managing parenting stress, and improving parenting skills, including discipline, co-parenting, custody issues, calm parenting, and effective communication with children, to foster happy children and strong parent-child relationships."

December 21, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: True worship involves a sacrifice of time (the journey), talents (humility), and treasure (the gifts). Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

December 14, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: Faith is more than passive belief; it is an active journey to find Jesus and to be transformed by Him.  Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

December 7, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: God brings Good News in surprising ways. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

What if the secret to happiness isn't avoiding depression, but using it as a weapon? What if people who feel the deepest sadness can also feel the most intense joy...? Show notes You've been told that mental illness is something to hide. Something to manage quietly or "get over." That's the old way of thinking. And frankly, it's complete bullshit. Furiously Happy shows a new idea: if you can feel crushing sadness, you should also be able to feel crushing happiness. Jenny Lawson doesn't just survive her battles with depression and anxiety. She turns them into weapons of joy. She creates a life so deliberately, furiously happy that it becomes an act of rebellion. "I am furiously happy. It's not a cure for mental illness... it's a weapon, designed to counter it." - Jenny Lawson's approach to mental health Mental illness doesn't stop you from being happy. It can actually make your capacity for joy even stronger when you learn to use your emotional intensity on purpose. •Mental health warriors feeling alone or ashamed of their struggles (spoiler alert: you're not alone and you're definitely not broken) •Caregivers and loved ones who want to understand without saying things like "have you tried yoga?" •Anyone feeling "different" who's tired of pretending to be normal (whatever that means) •Self-advocacy learners ready to stop saying sorry for taking up space in the world Jenny Lawson is a #1 New York Times bestselling author. She somehow convinced the world that her particular brand of chaos counts as "expertise." Known as "The Bloggess," she's won the Audie Award for Best Humor and the NoStigmas Hero Award for mental health advocacy. This is impressive considering she once got lost in her own neighborhood. She's spent over a decade using her platform to remove stigma from mental illness. She's built a community of "magnificent weirdos" who find comfort in her words and questionable life choices. Furiously Happy: A Funny Book About Horrible Things Summary & Key IdeasOne Big IdeaWho This Book Is ForAbout Jenny LawsonStoryShot 1: What If Depression Is Actually a Superpower in Disguise? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

November 30, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: God's providence often looks like a difficult detour. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

Freelancers everywhere are feeling it. The ground beneath our feet is shifting, because AI isn't just changing how we write. It's also changing where value lives in our industry. In this episode, I break down what few people are talking about: your writing skills might still be world-class, but they're now solving the wrong problem. Much of what I discuss was inspired by the brilliant new book Reshuffle: Who Wins When AI Restacks the Knowledge Economy by Sangeet Paul Choudary. The constraint that once made your writing indispensable has moved. And if you don't move with it, you risk becoming the business equivalent of a brilliant typewriter repair shop in 1975. I dive deep into the real economic shift happening under AI's rise, revealing how to follow where value is migrating in your market before your competitors do. What You'll Learn Why AI hasn't destroyed demand for writers; it's just moved the constraint How to spot the new "value zones" in your market before others see them Why "average" AI content isn't your protection (and what is) The critical shift from creation to curation, and how to monetize your judgment How to reframe your positioning around risk, coordination, and confidence A simple 3-step method to identify where your next big opportunity lies Why your future role looks less like a writer and more like a producer or orchestrator Key Ideas and Takeaways 1. The Sommelier's Secret Your clients aren't drowning in a lack of content. They're drowning in options. AI made creation cheap, but it didn't make discernment easy. The most valuable freelancers now sell confidence and clarity, not just words. 2. Follow the Constraint The value constraint has shifted: From scarcity to risk (ensuring AI content doesn't harm the brand) From production to coordination (helping teams align their AI use) From creation to curation and orchestration (judgment, taste, and integration) 3. Be the Fugu Chef Like a sushi master trusted with a poisonous fish, your job is now about managing risk and trust. Clients will pay more for your judgment than your keyboard. 4. The Rick Rubin Lesson Think this is all outside your wheelhouse? I urge you to reconsider. You have more skill, wisdom, and capability than you think. Music producer Rick Rubin can't play a single musical instrument or read music. But he produces masterpieces. Your value is no longer in typing faster or crafting prettier sentences. It's in creating the conditions for the right ideas and messages to emerge. 5. Rebundling Your Business The future isn't about resisting AI. Instead, it's about rebundling your value around new constraints: From "I write blog posts" to "I ensure your content strategy doesn't become an AI dumpster fire." From "I write email campaigns" to "I orchestrate customer journeys across your entire AI-powered stack." From "I create copy" to "I protect your reputation while scaling your message." 6. Your 30-Day Constraint Hunt Start finding your next opportunity: List what clients pay you for today. Ask what happens when AI makes each thing 10x faster and cheaper. Find the break points, the new problems that emerge when your old services get automated. That's where your next business model lives. Action Steps Run a "Constraint Audit": Pick one client and map where things break when AI enters the picture. Test a Micro-Offer: Solve one small constraint (e.g., "brand safety audit for AI content"). Rework Your Positioning: Stop describing what you do. Start describing what you protect or enable. Experiment with New Framing: "I manage [CONSTRAINT] so you can [OUTCOME] without [RISK]." Memorable Soundbites "Your writing skills are now solving the wrong problem." "The constraint that used to keep your skills in demand is moving rapidly." "AI has removed that obstacle, that constraint." "This is the dumbest and most incapable these tools will ever be." "The constraint is rapidly moving from 'create content' to 'ensure content doesn't erode or destroy our reputation.'" "We're becoming the fugu chefs of content." "The break points, that's where you might just find your next business model." "You're not selling writing. You're selling judgment, coordination, and confidence in a world where writing is free but trust is expensive." "Stop asking 'What can't AI do yet?' Start asking 'What does AI break?' Because in that break, in that new constraint, that's where your next level lives."

November 16, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: Thanksgiving is anchored in what cannot be taken away. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

Send us a textEpisode OverviewIn this episode of The Own It Show, Justin Roethlingshoefer challenges the popular “Start With Why” playbook. For business, it can inspire; for transformation (health, identity, spiritual life), it often fails—because purpose without identity is precarious. Justin lays out a paradoxically simple flip: Start With WHO. When you know who you are in Christ, your WHAT (daily practices) flows naturally, God supplies the HOW (people, methods, rhythms), and the WHY emerges as fruit—not as pressure. He unpacks identity-driven health, breath as a bridge between body and spirit, and how “going slow” creates depth that compounds into durable change.Episode Highlights- What “Why-First” Misses: It fuels performance-driven faith and burnout when outcomes wobble. - Purpose without identity cracks under pressure.- The Identity-First Model: WHO → WHAT → HOW → WHY- WHO: Receive identity (beloved, chosen; specific calling like “leader of leaders” or “generational shifter”). You don't earn it—you receive it.- WHAT: Practices flow from identity (sleep/wake rhythms, fueling, movement, stewardship habits).- HOW: God reveals methods, mentors, and systems as you walk in obedience.- WHY: Discovered over time as aligned fruit, not forced at the start.- Faith + Physiology: Breathwork as a physiological bridge to presence and listening; cues the nervous system toward calm so obedience becomes natural, not strained.- S.L.O.W. Tie-In: Stillness → Listen → Obedience → Wisdom. Depth first; speed later.Case Examples:- Personal: Justin's “leader of leaders” identity clarifies daily standards and decisions.- Artist: Aligning identity (“humble revivalist”) enabled capacity for larger stages without burnout.Common Traps:- Over-clarity Paralysis: Using “I don't know my why” as procrastination disguised as purpose.- Why-Churn: Chasing new missions without rooting in identity → fatigue, inconsistency.Action Steps- Morning (3 minutes): Breath, then declare 2–3 identity truths (e.g., “I am beloved,” “I am a steward,” “I am a generational shifter”).- One Identity-Aligned Action: Ask, “Given who I am, what's one thing I do today?” Do it.- Obedience Rep: Take one small obedient step daily—then journal evidence of fruit (even subtle).- Weekly Review (10 minutes): Note patterns: Did WHO make WHAT easier? Did any HOW/WHY surface?- Pair With S.L.O.W.: Create 5 minutes of stillness before planning; listen, then act.Key Ideas & Quotes“Purpose without identity is precarious.”“You don't earn your WHO; you receive it.”“Be → Do → Discover Why.”“The slower you go (in depth), the faster He can move.”“Obedience is the hinge between hearing and harvest.”Tools Mentioned- Breathwork to prime presence and recall identity before action.- Identity Journal for daily WHO statements and obedience logs.- S.L.O.W. (Stillness–Listen–Obedience–Wisdom) as the meta-rhythm for discernment.===========================Subscribe and Listen to the Own It Show HERE:➡︎ YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@justinroethlingshoefer➡︎ Apple Podcasts:https://apple.co/3KCyN3j➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3F58Ez4lbIKQ6kMu2pfpIG===========================Resources:⚡️CHECK OUR PROGRAMS: https://ownitcoaching.com/programs/⚡️BOOK: https://thepowerofownershipbook.com/=========================== Connect with Justin Roethlingshoefer on Social Media:➡︎ linkedin.com/in/justin-roethlingshoefer➡︎https://www.instagram.com/justinroeth/?hl=en

November 9, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: To start fresh, we must confess. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea talks about self-compassion in dancers who are usually very hard on themselves. Inspired by a listener's question, the episode explores how treating oneself with kindness can improve performance, enhance resilience, and bolster overall mental health. Dr. Chelsea breaks down the concept of self-compassion into three key areas: self-kindness, mindfulness, and common humanity. She offers actionable strategies like reflective journaling, mindfulness, and visualization to help dancers develop this crucial skill. The episode emphasizes that self-compassion doesn't mean lowering standards but rather supporting oneself through challenges to foster continuous growth and motivation. Coaches and dance educators are also given tips on how to model and integrate self-compassion into their feedback.   Episode Resources: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/228   Got an Episode Idea?! Send Dr. Chelsea a message: Voicenote: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/voicemail Written message: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/question   Episode Breakdown: 00:59 The Importance of Self-Compassion 02:18 Defining Self-Compassion 02:47 Key Ideas of Self-Compassion 05:00 Why Self-Compassion Matters in Dance 08:23 Developing Self-Compassion 11:06 Tools for Coaches and Teachers 12:32 Conclusion and Takeaways  

November 2, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: Adoration shifts our focus from our problems to His perfection. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

October 26, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: Thank God that Jesus loved His enemies and prayed for those who persecuted Him; now it's our turn. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

Free live workshop: Relationship Astrology - https://www.quietmindastrology.com/relationshipsWelcome to the Quietmind Astrology weekly horoscope for October 19–26, 2025.We're entering a brand-new phase of the year as Jupiter moves into Cancer, bringing a wave of optimism, faith, and renewal that will unfold all the way through mid-2027. This is the exaltation of Jupiter—an energy of light returning after the mental busyness and overstimulation of Jupiter in Gemini.This week also brings a New Moon in Chitra Nakshatra (Libra) on Tuesday, October 21st, marking the perfect time to begin new chapters in your relationships, goals, and personal balance. Chitra is the architect, the builder—so this lunation invites you to design your next chapter consciously. What kind of love, collaboration, and harmony do you want to create?You'll also feel Mercury entering Scorpio on Friday, October 24th, deepening communication, self-inquiry, and emotional intelligence. Conversations go beneath the surface. It's an ideal time for therapy, astrology study, or journaling—anything that helps you understand yourself and others at a soul level.This episode explores how to work with all three of these energies: Jupiter's long-term expansion, the Libra New Moon's creative rebalance, and Mercury's dive into emotional truth. I'll share how these transits activate the relationship axis of Libra and Aries, the depth-seeking nature of Scorpio, and how the coming weeks can help you heal old relationship samskaras—those karmic patterns that repeat until they're made conscious.If you're ready to bring awareness and intention into your love life, friendships, and inner balance, join my free Relationship Astrology Workshop on October 20th at quietmindastrology.com/relationships. You'll learn how to read synastry charts, understand compatibility, and work with the current Jupiter-in-Cancer and Sun-in-Libra energies for lasting growth in love.5 Key Ideas from the Episode• “We just had Jupiter move into Cancer—the most optimistic, nourishing transit of the year.”• “The New Moon in Chitra is your chance to architect a new chapter in your relationships.”• “Our samskaras—the creases of our life patterns—repeat until we make them conscious.”• “Mercury entering Scorpio helps us get to the heart of what's really going on beneath the surface.”• “Relationships aren't meant to be symmetrical—they're meant to be balanced in a way that works for both people.”Links & ResourcesFree Vedic Birth Chart & Training: quietmindastrology.com/freebirthchartInstagram: instagram.com/quietmindastrologyYouTube: quietmindastrology.com/youtubeMentorship Waitlist: quietmindastrology.com/mentorshipQuietmind Yoga: quietmind.yogaYoga Teacher Training Podcast: anchor.fm/yogateachertrainingKeywords:Vedic astrology, weekly horoscope, Libra New Moon 2025, Mercury in Scorpio 2025, Jupiter in Cancer 2025, Chitra Nakshatra, relationship astrology, samskaras, Libra season, Quietmind Astrology, Jeremy Devens

October 19, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: Instead of aggressively asserting your rights, look for opportunities to be shockingly generous.  Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

Sodium bicarbonate is one of the most consistently supported ergogenic aids in sports nutrition research, yet its underlying mechanisms and real-world applications remain widely misunderstood. More recent developments have focused on how to optimise both the timing and formulation of supplementation. The “individualised ingestion timing” approach has emerged as a practical strategy, recognising that the time-to-peak blood bicarbonate concentration varies considerably between individuals. Similarly, novel formulations are being explored to address issues with gastrointestinal distress and practicality of dosing. These include topical approaches such as sodium bicarbonate lotion, and commercial products like Maurten's “Bicarb System.” In this episode, Prof. Lewis Gough joins to discuss the latest evidence on sodium bicarbonate and performance, its mechanisms, novel delivery systems, and the key directions for future research. Dr. Lewis Gough is Associate Professor in Nutrition and Physiology at Birmingham City University. He is globally recognized for his research on sodium bicarbonate supplementation in sport, and his work spans applied sport and exercise nutrition, exercise metabolism, acid–base balance, and fatigue. Timestamps [03:12] Professor Gough's academic journey [06:29] Mechanisms of sodium bicarbonate and historical perspective on lactate [11:21] Sodium bicarbonate's role in performance [22:45] Individual responses to sodium bicarbonate [26:53] Timing strategies for sodium bicarbonate [32:38] Individualized approach to sodium bicarbonate timing [36:47] Traditional vs. novel delivery methods [44:27] Practical recommendations for athletes [51:18] Future research directions [01:02:08] Key Ideas segment Resources Go to episode page (w/ links to relevant studies) Subscribe to Sigma Nutrition Premium Join the Sigma email newsletter for free Enroll in the next cohort of our Applied Nutrition Literacy course See all of Sigma's "Recommended Resources"

In this episode, I'm exploring the mindset shift data professionals need to make when moving into analytics and AI data product management. From how to ask the right questions to designing for meaningful adoption, I share four key ways to think more like a product manager, and less like a deliverables machine, so your data products earn applause instead of a shoulder shrug. Highlights/ Skip to: Why shift to analytics and AI data product management (00:34) From accuracy to impact and redefining success with AI and analytical data products  (01:59) Key Idea 1: Moving from question asker (analyst) to problem seeker (product) (04:31) Key Idea 2: Designing change management into solutions; planning for adoption starts in the design phase (12:52) Key Idea 3: Creating tools so useful people can't imagine working without them. (26:23) Key Idea 4: Solving for unarticulated needs vs. active needs (34:24) Quotes from Today's Episode “Too many analytics teams are rewarded for accuracy instead of impact. Analysts give answers, and product people ask questions.The shift from analytics to product thinking isn't about tools or frameworks, it's about curiosity.It's moving from ‘here's what the data says' to ‘what problem are we actually trying to solve, and for whom?'That's where the real leverage is, in asking better questions, not just delivering faster answers.” “We often mistake usage for success.Adoption only matters if it's meaningful adoption. A dashboard getting opened a hundred times doesn't mean it's valuable... it might just mean people can't find what they need.Real success is when your users say, ‘I can't imagine doing my job without this.'That's the level of usefulness we should be designing for.” “The most valuable insights aren't always the ones people ask for. Solving active problems is good, it's necessary. But the big unlock happens when you start surfacing and solving latent problems, the ones people don't think to ask for.Those are the moments when users say, ‘Oh wow, that changes everything.'That's how data teams evolve from service providers to strategic partners.” “Here's a simple but powerful shift for data teams: know who your real customer is. Most data teams think their customer is the stakeholder who requested the work… But the real customer is the end user whose life or decision should get better because of it. When you start designing for that person, not just the requester, everything changes: your priorities, your design, even what you choose to measure.” Links Need 1:1 help to navigate these questions and align your data product work to your career? Explore my new Cross-Company Group Coaching at designingforanalytics.com/groupcoaching For peer support: the Data Product Leadership Community where peers are experimenting with these approaches. designingforanalytics.com/community

When faith grows, what does it actually look like to the people around you?Lou closes out our “Real Mature” series with a challenge to live a kind of faith that draws people in, not through pressure or perfection, but through the quiet power of a life well-lived.Key Idea:Let the goodness of your life point to the goodness of your God.

October 12, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: When we operate with integrity, we won't have to try to manipulate people with our words. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

Learn practices to harness the energy of each day in the Deepen Your Practice workshop at https://www.quietmind.yoga/deepenEach day of the week carries its own frequency, a specific planetary energy that's been woven into our language and daily lives for thousands of years, yet most people never realize it.In this episode of the Quietmind Astrology Podcast, I'll show you how to harness the grahas (planets) through the simple rhythm of the week; from the Sun's vitality on Sunday to Saturn's discipline on Saturday, and how these ancient cycles can guide your routines, mindset, and spiritual practice.The names of the days themselves reveal the secret: Sunday for the SunMonday for the Moon (Lunas in Spanish)Tuesday for Mars (Martes)Wednesday for MercuryThursday for Jupiter (Jueves)Friday for Venus (Viernes)Saturday for Saturn (Sábado). These aren't coincidences, they're remnants of a system that once consciously aligned human life with cosmic time.When you understand this cycle, you can begin to plan your week with intention. Need to strengthen discipline and structure? Work with Saturn on Saturdays: wear dark blue or black, volunteer, fast, or spend time with elders. Feeling the need to reconnect with your spiritual path? Sunday, ruled by the Sun, is your day to center, honor your vitality, and reconnect with your higher purpose.Each graha has a natural day, color, and practice that helps bring its energy into balance:- Sunday (Sun / Surya): vitality, confidence, self-realization, leadership. Practice sun salutations, gratitude, and spiritual reflection. Wear orange or gold.- Monday (Moon / Chandra): emotions, nurturing, peace. Practice restorative yoga, gentle movement, and care for your home. Wear white or silver.- Tuesday (Mars / Mangala): strength, courage, action. Engage in exercise, assertive communication, or productive work. Wear red.- Wednesday (Mercury / Budha): communication, learning, adaptability. Great for writing, meetings, and kirtan. Wear green.- Thursday (Jupiter / Guru): wisdom, faith, purpose. Study, journal, or learn from a teacher. Wear yellow.- Friday (Venus / Shukra): love, beauty, relationships. Enjoy music, art, romance, and the senses. Wear pink or variegated colors.- Saturday (Saturn / Shani): discipline, service, patience. Do chores, volunteer, fast, or spend time with elders. Wear blue or black.You'll also learn how the hour of the day, called the hora, repeats this planetary pattern every 24 hours, meaning every hour holds a different energetic quality. And you'll discover how your own birth day of the week reflects your inherent tendencies. For example, being born on a Tuesday connects you to the Mars archetype: initiative, courage, and movement.These aren't just symbolic ideas, they're time-tested rituals that help bring rhythm, meaning, and flow into your life. When you start to live in tune with these cycles, everything begins to feel more natural: your work, rest, relationships, and self-care all align with the energy of the moment.Want to go deeper into daily practices and yoga sequences for each planetary energy? Check out my Deepen Your Practice Workshop at quietmind.yoga/deepen.5 Key Ideas from the Episode:1. Each day of the week corresponds to one of the seven visible grahas — Sun through Saturn.2. The planetary order of the days is based on the ancient hora system, not random naming.3. Your birth day of the week reveals part of your natural tendencies and dharma expression.4. Colors, rituals, and actions can align you with the day's planetary frequency.5. Living in rhythm with planetary time creates harmony, discipline, and inner peace.Free Vedic Birth Chart & Training:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.quietmindastrology.com/freebirthchartInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/quietmindastrology1:1 Reading: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/readingYoutube: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/youtube

October 5, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: Marriage is more than a piece of paper, and so is divorce. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

Listen Ad-free & Get PDF, Infographic and Animated Summary / Free Audiobook / What if the secret to thriving in the face of adversity lies not in simply bouncing back, but in evolving into a stronger version of yourself? Join us as we explore the transformative insights from "Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy" by Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant. In this enlightening episode of Best Book Summaries by StoryShots, we dive deep into the essential themes that illuminate the path to resilience, a crucial skill for navigating life's unpredictable challenges. Sheryl Sandberg's poignant personal journey following the sudden loss of her husband serves as a powerful backdrop for our discussion. We tackle the misconception that resilience is an innate trait, revealing instead that it can be cultivated like a muscle. Our hosts unpack the three Ps—personalization, pervasiveness, and permanence—that often hinder recovery, providing listeners with actionable strategies to overcome these hurdles. Discover how embracing post-traumatic growth can lead to profound personal transformation, and why building a strong community and support system is vital in the rebuilding process. Throughout this episode, we share practical tips for enhancing emotional resilience, from the significance of establishing rituals to the importance of fostering realistic optimism. We believe that resilience is not just about enduring hardship but thriving in the aftermath. Listeners will gain invaluable insights into self-improvement, as we discuss how to leverage the lessons from bestsellers like "Atomic Habits" and "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" to foster personal growth. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone interested in personal development audiobooks, offering key takeaways from bestsellers that can help you learn on your terms. Whether you're seeking to enhance your executive development or simply looking for self-care strategies as an entrepreneur, the insights shared here are sure to inspire and motivate. Tune in for a compelling exploration of resilience and discover how to turn life's challenges into opportunities for growth. Don't miss out on these self-improvement book insights that can reshape your perspective on adversity. Join us in this journey with StoryShots, where we bring you the best book summaries

September 28, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: Righteousness is doing right by God and doing right by people for the right reasons. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

Theoretical physicist and bestselling author Lawrence Krauss (A Universe from Nothing, The Known Unknowns) explores the biggest questions we can ask: How did the universe begin? Why is there something rather than nothing? What is consciousness? And what will remain when every star has burned out?Krauss moves seamlessly from the hard science of the Big Bang and dark energy to existential philosophy, arguing that our cosmic insignificance is precisely what makes life meaningful. Along the way he shares personal stories—mentorship from Nobel laureates, serendipitous discoveries, his friendship with Christopher Hitchens—and explains how curiosity and rigorous science drive human progress.

September 21, 2025 Welcome to New Day! Today's KEY IDEA is: We honor God and each other by cutting out pathways of sin, and re-training our hearts, our eyes and our intentions. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

September 14, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: We honor God and each other by cutting out pathways of sin, and re-training our hearts, our eyes and our intentions. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

Send us a textGemma answers the most common questions she's received about Love Wisely and widens the lens to address the deeper fears and limiting beliefs that stop women from changing their relationship patterns. You'll learn how schemas (like abandonment, emotional deprivation, defectiveness/shame, subjugation, approval-seeking and unrelenting standards) quietly shape attraction, tolerance, and your choices and what it looks like to shift from fear-driven decisions to wise, Healthy Adult decisions.What You'll LearnWhy “I want love” is not neediness and why there's no shame in wanting a partner, the goal is a good partner.5 fears that keep you stuck (and the schemas beneath them):“What if I can't change?” → defectiveness, hopelessness; how willingness and skills create traction.“What if I'm behind everyone else?” → inner critic, comparison traps; using the paradoxical theory of change (accept where you are to move forward).“I've tried before and it didn't work.” → learned helplessness; why the right framework goes deeper than tips.“Maybe I'm not meant to find love.” → self-fulfilling prophecy; moving from fate to agency and changing actions that drive outcomes.“There's no one for me / no one could love me as I am.” → defectiveness/shame; how this belief warps dating behaviour and tolerance for crumbs.Rewriting your Love Template: bringing unconscious maps into the light, strengthening your Healthy Adult, and re-parenting vulnerable parts so they're not making dating decisions.A hopeful reframe: your beliefs are learned, not destiny and learned beliefs can be unlearned.Key Ideas & TakeawaysLimiting beliefs are echoes of the past, not predictions of your future.Compare yourself only to your own trajectory, not to others.No relationship is a waste if you extract the learning.Real change is skills + practice: noticing triggers, choosing different responses, and getting out earlier when needed.You already have an innate wisdom, schema work helps you hear it again.Who This Episode Is ForWomen who want a healthy, emotionally available relationship and are ready to stop repeating patterns with unavailable or narcissistic partners.Resources & Next StepsJoin Love Wisely (12-week transformational group coaching) - doors close Wed 17 September (midnight AEST). First 5 enrolments receive a complimentary 1:1 intention-setting call. Program starts Wed 24 September.Questions? Email hello@drgemmagladstone.comSupport the show✨ Connect with Me

We're in eclipse season again—and it's a powerful one. September 2025 brings two eclipses: the Lunar Eclipse in Purva Bhadrapada, Aquarius (Sept 7) and the Solar Eclipse in Purva Phalguni, Leo (Sept 21). These eclipses don't arrive in isolation; they echo the powerful shifts we experienced back in March 2025, which was one of the most transformational months of the year with Saturn's transit, Jupiter's shifts, and the last eclipse season.Back in March, the Lunar Eclipse in Uttara Phalguni, Leo had us confront unhealthy dynamics in relationships and power struggles, asking us to lead with authenticity instead of ego. This wasn't just about your relationships with others—it mirrored your deeper relationship with self and with Source. As one of my teachers would say: “There's only ever one relationship: between you and God (or higher power, spirit, Source—whatever word resonates with you).”Then came the Solar Eclipse in Uttara Bhadrapada, Pisces, dissolving what was no longer sustainable. It cleared illusions and invited surrender—Ishvara Pranidhana, one of the niyamas in yoga philosophy: surrendering to a higher power. That March eclipse season was about endings—letting go of control, dissolving old identities, facing grief, and walking forward with trust in a bigger picture.Now in September, we step into the continuation of that story. The endings of March are ripening into fresh beginnings in love, creativity, relationships, and community. The Lunar Eclipse in Aquarius asks you to release outdated group roles, social conditioning, and beliefs that don't fit anymore. It's about honoring individuality while still contributing meaningfully to the collective.The Solar Eclipse in Leo then resets identity and self-expression. Will you cling to appearances and drama, or step into authentic leadership, creativity, and joy? Together these eclipses mark a karmic turning point—clearing space in relationships, communities, and creative pursuits so you can live from deeper authenticity.5 Key Ideas from this episode– “That eclipse season in March opened a doorway of endings and realignments that are still echoing in this current season.”– “The Uttara Phalguni lunar eclipse in Leo forced us to confront unhealthy dynamics in relationships and power struggles asking us to lead from authenticity instead of ego.”– “The Uttara Bhadrapada solar eclipse in Pisces dissolved what was no longer sustainable, clearing away illusions and pushing us towards surrender and spiritual truth.”– “Now, as we move into September and the eclipses in Purva Phalguni and Aquarius, we revisit similar themes but at a new level.”– “Together these eclipses present a karmic turning point—clearing space so you can align with deeper joy, authentic leadership, and a vision that reflects your true self.”Get the free Eclipse Season Guide with all the dates, rising/moon sign insights, and journaling prompts: quietmindastrology.com/eclipseseptember2025—Free Vedic Birth Chart & Training:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ http://www.quietmindastrology.com/freebirthchartInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ http://www.instagram.com/quietmindastrologyYouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ http://www.quietmindastrology.com/youtubeMentorship Waitlist:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ http://www.quietmindastrology.com/mentorshipYoga Teacher Training Podcast: https://www.anchor.fm/yogateachertrainingQuietmind Yoga: https://www.quietmind.yogaKeywords: nakshatras, grahas, rashi, bhavas, jyotish, yoga, doshas, kundali, transits, retrograde, aspects, dasha system, remedies, mantras, shani, chani, chandra, mangala, Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces, Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn

August 31, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: Stress is an inevitable burden; rest is a gift that we can receive or reject. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

August 17, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: Church growth is about more than buildings, budgets, and butts in the seats. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

Preorder John's new book HERE!Key Ideas from this episode:* John Fugelsang's background: son of former nun and Franciscan brother, raised in a progressive Catholic household.* Discussion of his new book, "Separation of Church and Hate," which critiques the weaponization of Christianity by right-wing fundamentalists.* Exploration of how fundamentalism distorts the teachings of Jesus and promotes exclusion, fear, and political power.* Personal stories of questioning and deconstructing faith, both from John and Leslie.* The difference between following Jesus' teachings and adhering to organized religion or literal interpretations of scripture.* The role of empathy, love, and humility in true Christian practice.* The challenge of engaging with family and community members who hold rigid or exclusionary beliefs.* Encouragement to use scripture thoughtfully in discussions, focusing on compassion rather than condemnation.* The importance of modeling kindness and understanding, even when disagreeing with others.* A call to reclaim faith from those who use it to justify hate or political agendas. Honoring the Journey is hosted, produced and edited by Leslie Nease and the artwork for the show is also created by Leslie Nease.Want to get updates/announcements and a FREE Deconstruction Journaling Prompt PDF? Sign up for Leslie's Monthly Newsletter! You can do that HERE.Pick up Leslie's new book, Honoring the Journey: The Deconstruction of Sister Christian here.Interested in working with Leslie as your Life/Faith Transitions Coach? Check out her website and learn more about what she offers! https://www.leslieneasecoaching.comIf you'd like to be a part of the Honoring the Journey Team as a Patreon Supporter, please check it out at this link!Would you like to leave a voicemail for Leslie? Click here!If you are looking for community as you deconstruct or just a place to go and enjoy the company of people who are seekers, learners and who are looking to connect with the Divine without religious baggage, please join the Private Facebook Community! Leslie is very passionate about connection and community, so if that sounds like you, please come join us!

Become Your Own Astrologer workshop this Thursday!RSVP for free to join live - https://www.quietmindastrology.com/workshopIf you're like me, you've got plenty of inputs in your life — news, podcasts, conversations, books — but how often do you sit and truly listen to the wisdom that's already inside you? This episode is an invitation to step away from the noise, tune in, and hear what life has been trying to tell you.We'll explore the energy of Shravana, the nakshatra of hearing and listening, which is especially strong right now under the Full Moon in Capricorn. This isn't about adding more voices to your life — it's about giving you perspective and tools to connect with your own internal guidance system.Life speaks in many ways: through your feelings in each moment, synchronicities that show up again and again, repeating patterns in your relationships or work, moments that trigger strong reactions, and the symbols in your dreams. Sometimes these signs are gentle, sometimes they're loud, but they're always personal to you. In this episode, I'll share examples from my own life and insights from Vedic wisdom to help you notice and work with these messages.I'll share about:• Why feelings are one of the clearest forms of life's feedback• How synchronicities can act as signposts for your path• The role of patterns — both supportive and limiting — in shaping your reality• What triggers reveal about deeper samskaras and opportunities for growth• How dreams act as “letters from the universe” that you can open, read, and learn from• The natural cycles of expansion and contraction and how to work with both• Recognizing “bright lights” that signal alignment and “resistance” that signals growth edgesI'll also share why it's so important to create space to process what life is saying, especially in an age where we have more external input than ever before. This is the essence of Shravana energy — listening deeply to your life, not rushing to change everything, but allowing the messages to integrate so you can respond from clarity rather than reactivity.If you want to go deeper with this Full Moon in Shravana, I've created a guide with “Opportunities & Challenges” for your rising and moon signs, plus a simple practice to work with this energy. It's in the free weekly horoscopes email — you can sign up at quietmindastrology.com.And if you're ready to study astrology for yourself and use it as a lifelong tool for clarity and guidance, join me for the Become Your Own Astrologer workshop. I'll walk you through the steps to start reading your own chart with accuracy and confidence, so you can work with transits like this Full Moon in real time. Sign up at quietmindastrology.com/workshop — link in the show notes.Life is always speaking to you. The question is — are you listening?5 Key Ideas from the Episode• Life speaks to us in feelings, synchronicities, patterns, triggers, and dreams.• Patterns will repeat until we do something about them.• A dream not analyzed is like receiving a letter and not opening it.• Expansion isn't always good, contraction isn't always bad — both are part of the cycle.• To hear what life is saying, you need time, space, patience, and real human connection.Free Downloads, Weekly Horoscopes & Exclusive offers: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/freehoroscopesFree Vedic Birth Chart & Training:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.quietmindastrology.com/freebirthchartInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/quietmindastrologyDecode Your Birth Chart: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/decode1:1 Reading: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/readingMentorship: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/mentorshipQuietmind Yoga: https://www.quietmind.yoga

August 10, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: Baptism is both deeply profound and readily available. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

August 3, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: We can teach people about Jesus so that they can teach others. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/

July 13, 2025 Welcome to New Day!  Today's KEY IDEA is: Jesus didn't free us from living in a way that honors God; He freed us to live in a way that honors God. Communication Card: https://www.newdaywi.com/communication-card Online Giving: https://www.continuetogive.com/718973/donation_prompt ONLINE Teaching Sunday | 10am | Facebook Live Website: www.newdaywi.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/newdaywi Facebook: www.facebook.com/newdaywi/  

Free Karmic Nodes Horoscope for your Rising/Moon signs: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/karma2025Every 18 years, Rahu and Ketu return to the Aquarius/Leo axis. And every time, there's this deep invitation to evolve — to shed the ego-driven patterns that no longer serve, and step into something more authentic, aligned, and future-focused. In this episode, I walk you through exactly what this karmic shift is about from a Vedic astrology perspective — not just the signs and dates, but what it feels like to live through it.Rahu in Aquarius brings this hunger for connection, innovation, and breaking out of the box — but that hunger can also lead to burnout, hyper-individualism, or being pulled into trends that don't actually align with who we are. And then there's Ketu in Leo, quietly pulling us back from center stage, helping us release the need to be “the one” — the performer, the leader, the persona we've been clinging to.These next 18 months (May 29, 2025 – November 24, 2026) are all about recalibrating that tension between belonging and expression, spotlight and service, recognition and authenticity.This episode covers:- What Rahu and Ketu really mean in your chart — not just intellectually but energetically- Why this transit is a karmic echo of 2006–2008, 1988–1989, and earlier- The deeper invitation to realign with your soul path — without needing to perform or prove anything- How to work with this energy personally and collectively- A free guide you can download with rising/moon sign horoscopesThis is a rare opportunity to step off the stage, shed the layers that feel performative or ego-based, and ask: What's really calling me forward now? What role is no longer mine to play?It's not about disappearing. It's about re-emerging aligned.✨ 5 Key Ideas from the Episode- “This is a cycle of ego death — and not in a scary way, but in a liberating way.”- “Ketu in Leo is asking us to let go of being the main character. You don't have to perform your dharma. Just live it.”- “Rahu in Aquarius wants innovation, but it can lead us to lose ourselves in the noise of the collective if we're not grounded.”- “These are the moments when life says: You don't need to be validated. You need to be aligned.”- “Look at what was happening in your life during 2006–2008. You're revisiting that karmic thread now — but from a higher level.”

What would an Opportunity Zones 2.0 look like—and what do investors actually want? Jill Homan from the America First Policy Institute joins the show from the site of The Yellow Brick Road To QOZ 2.0 Event in Park City, UT, to discuss the results of a new investor survey and explore the leading proposals on the table for OZ legislation in 2025. Show notes & summary: https://opportunityzones.com/2025/04/jill-homan-339/

Every five years, the U.S. Dietary Guidelines are updated based on the latest scientific evidence to help shape national nutrition recommendations. A panel of experts was assembled to review the existing research, evaluate new findings, and provide recommendations that will inform the next edition of the guidelines. One of the committee members involved in this process is Professor Christopher Gardner, a leading nutrition scientist at Stanford University, who joins us to share key insights from the committee's work. In this discussion, Professor Gardner provides an inside look into how the committee evaluated dietary patterns, the role of plant-based proteins, and the ongoing debate surrounding ultra-processed foods. He explains the rigorous process of reviewing scientific literature, the challenges in translating research into policy, and the critical role of health equity in shaping the recommendations. By exploring these themes, this episode aims to provide clarity on the scientific foundation behind the upcoming dietary guidelines. Whether you're a nutrition professional, researcher, or someone interested in how dietary recommendations are formed, this conversation sheds light on the key discussions shaping the future of nutrition policy. Timestamps [03:38] Interview begins [07:18] The rigorous process behind formulating dietary guidelines [12:10] Key questions addressed and major findings from the report [25:41] Identifying nutrients of concern and refining dietary patterns [33:39] The importance of health equity in dietary recommendations [36:04] Reassessing dairy's role in different population groups [41:05] Shifting the focus towards plant-based protein sources [47:52] The debate on ultra-processed foods and public health implications [58:24] Key Ideas segment (Premium-only) Related Resources Enroll in the next cohort of our Applied Nutrition Literacy course Subscribe to Sigma Nutrition Premium Join the Sigma email newsletter for free Scientific Report of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Previous episode with Prof. Gardner: Episode 223