Podcasts about Kindness

Struggling to keep your focus and be present in the here and now? You're not alone! There are simple, little changes you can do to tap into the power of your conscious mind and live in full measure. In this episode of the Align podcast, Dr. Amishi Jha explains how our brain's attention system works while highlighting our ability to train our mind to function better. Yes, we can pay attention like we never did before and change habits we thought we couldn't live without. Also, we discuss neural plasticity, how to orient ourselves to pain and difficult emotions, why positivity hurts in certain high-stress situations, and how practicing mindfulness is the key to a fulfilled existence. Dr. Amishi Jha, PhD is a neuroscientist and a professor of Psychology at the University of Miami. She serves as the Director of Contemplative Neuroscience for the Mindfulness Research and Practice Initiative, which she co-founded in 2010. Dr. Jha's work has been featured at NATO, the World Economic Forum, and The Pentagon. She has received coverage in the The New York Times, NPR, TIME, Forbes and more. Her recent book, PEAK MiND, offers a guide to thriving in a distracted world. It breaks down science-proven mind-training practices to manage our attention more effectively and be 100% present in life's crucial moments.   What we discuss: 2:41 - What is the definition of the 'mind' and how does it differ from the 'brain'? 8:17 - Explaining the brain to a 5-year-old 12:00 - Where does memory exist in the body? 17:07 - How to connect to the pain and reorient yourself to difficult emotions 21:58 - Why positivity can be problematic in high-stress situations 29:03 - Why do we consciously make bad decisions, and how do we change that? 33:20 - Defining the Default Mode Network and what happens in our brain when we're told to rest? 38:00 - Demystifying neural plasticity and why committing mistakes don't always result in better brain function 43:54 - What her book, PEAK MiND, offers to everyone struggling with attention 49:39 - "Kindness and compassion begin by paying attention." - Dr. Jha   Learn more from Dr. Amishi Jha: Website: amishi.com Instagram: @amishijha   Related Links: www.alignpodcast.com/alignmethod for a special discount  eatonhemp.com/align and use ALIGN code during checkout to save 20 percent  drinkLMNT.com/align for a FREE sample pack of LMNT RECHARGE www.magbreakthrough.com/alignpodcast and use ALIGN10 during checkout to save 10 percent. Peak Mind: Find Your Focus, Own Your Attention, Invest 12 Minutes a Day: https://www.amazon.com/Peak-Mind-Attention-Invest-Minutes-ebook/dp/B08THNJ978

In a world of average Joe's, you may be the kind who wants to set yourself apart. And, its small changes that can make a big difference for you. You can be more kind, committed, creative and have the courage to follow through. Focusing on these can help propel you to be a better person, in differentiating yourself from the rest, and creating a space of your own. And, you should do it to be a better person, someone who can stand up to be an inspiration to others. Tune in...

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Gozi Halima, Life Coach to Neuro Diverse Biz Owners & Creatives, is a self described ex-people pleaser, perfectionism, who struggled with massive negative self talk.  So how did she go from being so hard on herself to changing her life and begin being kind to herself?  By setting intentions in her life.   Listen how she operates from her "pillars" of life: intentionality, integrity, accountability and responsibility.  This is how she is able to give herself the grace of inner kindness and serve others so deeply!Listen as we talk about why do we step away from these pillars in our lives.  And how to get back there to live from that level of awareness!Gozi Halima on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gozphilosophy/Gozi's website: https://gozphilosophy.com/What if you lived this way, each day?  What if you saw everything in your life as THE thing to help you grow, deepenPete's Self kindness Coaching, click here or DM to connect with me about coachingI coach one-on-one, for 6 months or 1 year.We change your internal narrative intentionally from one that hurts to one that heals!What's also included : Connecting with other self kindness clients,  accessing to the client portal loaded with resources to keep you going strong in your practice!!It's 1:1 coaching, with monthly group sessions, AND an online interface to with resources, worksheets, videos and more!click here or DM to connect with me about coaching@selfkindnesswithpete-  Instagramsign up  for the email list at petesibley.com

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A touching reminder of the benefits of kindness

How many of us would feed a hungry stranger with the last crust of bread left in the house?   The prophet Elijah received a prophecy that the land would suffer a years-long drought, and this message from God had come to pass. The Lord sent him to a ravine east of the Jordan River where He sent ravens with bread and meat in the morning and in the evening, and Elijah could drink from a brook, but eventually, the brook ran dry because there was no rain in the land.   The Lord commanded Elijah, “Go at once to Zarephath in the region of Sidon and stay there. I have directed a widow there to supply you with food.”   When the prophet came upon the widow, she told him she had just enough flour and oil left for a last meal for herself and her son, and she expected they would die of starvation after this final meal.   Elijah instructed her not to be afraid, and asked her to make a small loaf of bread for him, then to do the same for herself and her son.   1 Kings 17:15–16 says, “She went away and did as Elijah had told her. So there was food every day for Elijah and for the woman and her family. For the jar of flour was not used up and the jug of oil did not run dry, in keeping with the word of the Lord spoken by Elijah.”   Because of the kindness she paid to the Lord's servant, the unnamed widow was blessed with enough to continue sharing with Elijah, and enough for her family to eat until the rains returned.   Let's pray.   God, you are our steadfast provider. When we have an opportunity to give to those in need, remind us that you bless us with enough to share. Help us to give unselfishly from the abundance you provide for us. Amen.

Amidst all the violence and neglect he experienced as a child living in a trailer park, Randy still treasures the memory of small acts of kindness. Red Onion Randy features the life and times of Randall Via, who is currently serving 1,214 years in Red Onion State Prison for capital murder. Directed and produced by Michael Garbutt. Website and podcast design by Nishant Pandav. Sound editing and music by Julia Jooyeon Park. Title music by Joni Park and Julia Jooyeon Park.

Although different attributes of our behavior and attitudes, kindness and gentleness are closely related. Both convey a sweet attitude toward others. Kindness is an act as well as an attitude. It reaches out, is sympathetic and soothes the rough edges of life that another person is wrestling with. As you listen today, let kindness become a tangible action in your thoughts and actions by taking in the reality of these living words and letting them be who you are when you are with others. Daylight Meditations is a daily podcast from CFO North America. Please visit CFONorthAmerica.org to learn more about our retreats, and online courses. If you are encouraged by this podcast, please consider supporting us. Contributors: Michelle DeChant, Nancy Holland and Adam Maddock

This time on Soundcheck, Ben, Michael and Brody take a trip through the weird, weird world of outsider music. You'll know it when you hear it! Featured Artists: Daniel Johnston, The Shaggs, Three Beat Slide, Wesley Willis, Tiny Tim, Jandek, Hasil Adkins, The Legendary Stardust Cowboy, Bobby Frank Brown, Wild Man Fischer, Ed & Alice Gorin, Eilert Pilarm, Highway 61, Ramsey Kearney, The Cramps, B.J. Snowden, Bobb Trimble, Kindness, Texas

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) The talk references the New Yorker cover from September 6, 2021 and the Karaniya Metta Sutta. Here are links to access them: The New Yorker Cover and Karaniya Metta Sutta

Parashat Va'yera Abraham's very essence was a reflection of G-d's attribute of kindness, and by bestowing acts of kindness – by emulating his Maker -- Abraham was able to bring others to awareness of the Creator and bring G-dly light into the world. In our illusory world wherein everyone seems to be looking out for themselves and putting each other down, Abraham teaches us that a simple act of kindness, in imitation of G-d's own love, can change the world. In this week's edition of the Jerusalem Lights podcast, we learn that through such a simple act of kindness, Abraham discovered the entrance to the Garden of Eden…thus demonstrating that the road to paradise is literally paved with good deeds! We also learn about Sodom, the Facebook capital of the World. ___ Rabbi Chaim Richman Jerusalem Lights | Torah for Everyone Please support the work of Jerusalem Lights, a USA recognized 501 ( c ) 3 non-profit organization to enable these productions to continue and grow: Paypal: infojerusalemlights@gmail.com or: https://paypal.me/JerusalemLights?locale.x=en_US In the USA: Jerusalem Lights Inc. Post Office Box 16886 Lubbock Texas 79490 In Israel: Tel. 972 54 7000395 Mail: PO Box 23808, Jerusalem Israel Subscribe to our newsletter at https://www.rabbirichman.com

Sometimes, we pit these 2 things against one another — like we have to stand up for ourselves OR be kind to others. But kindness and tenacity aren't in conflict. They are two traits that are powerful when possessed side by side.

To support the show go here https://donorbox.org/nico-barrazaJust two high school mates having a deep conversation on this one. Dr. Michael Meaney has a long history in academia. He just finished his PhD in Education from the University of Cambridge and currently resides in the Bay Area with his fiancée. I've know Mike since we were both 14 years old and reconnecting with him during the pandemic has been a treat. He is a deep thinker and a caring soul. This is a long one, but I assure you it is worth your ears. Huge thanks to Dr. Meaney for coming on the show and sharing some time with me!Best,n 

Linda Cohen is known as the Kindness Catalyst. She has been a nationally recognized kindness expert and professional speaker for over a decade. Linda works with a wide variety of businesses and associations on the ROI of Kindness. She is the author of two books. Her first book is called, “1,000 Mitzvahs: How Small Acts of Kindness Can Heal, Inspire and Change Your Life.”   Her new book is called, “The Economy of Kindness: How Kindness Transforms Your Bottom Line,” and will be published in October 2021. She lives in Oregon with her husband of 28 years. They have two spirited young adult children and two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Ginger and Remy. She loves practicing yoga and meditation and will never pass up a good cup of Earl Grey tea! Memorable Quotes: "If you see what needs to be repaired and how to repair it, then you have found a piece of the world that God has left for you to complete. But if you only see what is wrong and what is ugly in the world, then it is you yourself that needs repair." - Rabbi Menachem Schneerson “When you're full you can give from your overflow and you're not continually depleting yourself.” “Let's get back to putting our arms around each other, no matter who we are.” What You'll Learn: How to create a culture of kindness in your organization and methods to give and receive kindness in your own life. This Episode Includes: Kindness is happening every day, everywhere. People were reaching out and supporting each other during the first part of the pandemic. Let's get back to that. Focusing on kindness has amazing benefits physically. When an organization can focus on kindness, they are helping their employees in more ways than one. When a company has a culture of kindness it affects the reputation of the company. Keeping and retaining good employees is another measure of a culture of kindness. Managers are the leaders who can help create that culture of kindness. Kindness is an inside and outside job. There are ways you can be kind to yourself, which then helps you be kind to others. If you want to see more kindness in the world, make sure your media diet is limited. The size of the kindness isn't that important, it could be small. There is a ripple effect when one person is kind to another. Giving and receiving kindness are both important. Be open to receiving kindness and allow others to be the giver. Three Takeaways From Today's Episode: Add a gratitude practice by taking a moment to think about what you are grateful for each day and add it to your morning or evening routine. There's a lot we can't control, but we can always control how we react. You don't have to have a certain job title to be a kindness catalyst. Mentioned In The Episode: Advent Health Community America Credit Union City Wide Maintenance Kindness Campaign Finding Your Tribe Unwritten by Natasha Bedingfield Simple Abundance Pocketful of Miracles The Economy of Kindness: How Kindness Transforms Your Bottom Line Virtual Book Event Today Wednesday, October 20th at 3pm PST on Zoom Meeting ID: 704 838 6202 Passcode: MITZVAH Connect: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter YouTube

The informal culture of some academic departments can facilitate an atmosphere of mutual mistrust between faculty and students. In this episode, Cate Denial joins us to discuss how a culture of suspicion can be replaced by a pedagogy of kindness. Cate is the Bright Distinguished Professor of the History Department and the Director of the Bright Institute at Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois. Cate is the 2018 to 2021 Distinguished Lecturer for the Organization of American Historians and the recipient of the American Historical Association's 2018 Eugene Asher Distinguished Teaching Award. She is the author of A Pedagogy of Kindness, which will be released as part of the West Virginia University Press' superb series of books on teaching and learning.   A transcript of this episode and show notes may be found at http://teaforteaching.com.

#WisdomWednesdays: Letting Go Of Relationships When Love Is No Longer Served We value our relationships, romantic, platonic, or otherwise. So we find ways to make them work no matter the differences we have with the other person. But sometimes, some relationships are just not worth fighting for anymore. Letting go of relationships  is difficult, but it may be the right thing to do. You have to know when enough is enough. You have to find the courage to leave when love and happiness are no longer served on the table. In this episode, Rosie and Tessa talk about leaving and letting go of relationships when there's no longer love in them. Part of feeling radically loved is loving yourself enough to know when it's time to move on. They discuss the importance of gaining awareness about the situation and your emotions. They also speak about the nuances of leaving a relationship and facing the discomfort in making that conversation. Tune in to discover the proper actions in letting go of relationships that are no longer serving you! Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode: Learn how to recognize when love is no longer in a relationship. Understand the dynamics of a relationship as a two-way street. Find out how to manage your emotions and control your reaction in confrontational conversations. Resources Ōura Ring Apple Watch Feeding the Soul (Because It's My Business) by Tabitha Brown The Beautiful No by Sheri Salata Stay updated on my upcoming book launch and 2022 international retreats by subscribing to the newsletter! Check out Rosie's YouTube channel for the upcoming episodes of Wisdom Wednesday. We'd love to get a listener on board for #WisdomWednesdays! Send us an email at info@radicallyloved.com with the subject “Wisdom Wednesday Guest” and tell us your name, where you're from, how you heard of the podcast, your favorite episode, and what you'd like to discuss. Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies from the Radically Loved website! FREE Action Guide! Apply the lessons you learn from this episode as you listen! Sign up at com, and I'll send it right away! Episode Highlights When Life Throws a Curveball Nature is the world's best teacher. A bird flew into Rosie's slider door when she was about to start a breathing practice while recording. Luckily, the bird is safe for now. The metaphor here is, sometimes, life throws us a curveball when we want to gather ourselves. The Anxiety of Failure Tessa has been busy the whole week. But taking a break makes her feel anxious and fearful of failure. The anxiety of failure has been disrupting her sleep. Tessa is learning about the idea of “less is more.” The big lesson for her is learning to say “no” and trusting her intuition. Tracking Your Sleep Rosie owns an Ōura Ring. It's an accurate sleep readiness and activity monitor. How well the Ōura Ring aids you with getting quality sleep will depend on the type of person you are. Rosie hoped to get one for her partner Tory but seeing the data stresses him out. If acquiring the data about your sleep distresses you, it may be better not to get one. Contracting COVID-19 messed up Rosie's sleep. Not getting a good night's sleep impacts her focus and overall function. For the past year, Rosie has been working hard to restore herself and balance her hormones. The Ōura Ring has helped Rosie be militant about her sleep. A Placebo Effect Tessa wonders about the margin of error in technologies like sleep trackers. But she says that what matters is it's working for Rosie. A placebo effect doesn't challenge the efficacy of something working or not working. Meditation can also count as an ancient technology for decreasing anxiety. When Love is No Longer Served in a Relationship Rosie is reading the book Feeding the Soul by Tabitha Brown. The book includes a Nina Simone quote: “You've got to learn to leave the table when love's no longer being served.” The quote is an ethos for Radically Loved. Part of being radically loved is loving yourself enough to know when love is no longer there. Loving Yourself We're quick to blame ourselves for things that might or do go wrong. Learning when to leave the table when there's no longer any love comes back to our relationship with ourselves. Sheri Salata's book The Beautiful No speaks about dealing with the narrator in your brain. Tell the narrator in your brain, "No, thank you—not helpful," instead of indulging a negative thought pattern. A Relationship is a Two-Way Street It's hard to discern when love is no longer present in a relationship that's going well. It becomes a “you” problem when nothing changes with how you feel after years. Have a conversation with the other person and figure out why you feel love is no longer present. A relationship is a two-way street; if you're not contributing to it, you're contaminating it. Being in a relationship is a practice. It's a matter of recognition and what you do with that awareness. On Codependency Tessa's first long-term monogamous relationship was codependent. She felt there was potential if only the other person would do X, Y, and Z. It took Tessa six years to learn the lesson in that relationship. A lesson gets repeated until you learn it. At times, she still feels parts of that way of thinking. Letting Go of Relationships That No Longer Serve You Leaving a relationship that's not serving you anymore also applies to friendships, work, and family. There are nuances in letting go of relationships. Sometimes, it's necessary to leave the person; sometimes, you only need to set boundaries. It's a matter of mutual respect, acknowledgment, and expression of feelings. There's no one answer. But you'll need to know your values and what you need to do, and remain open-minded to understanding yourself and the other person. Feeling Discomfort in Confrontations You don't have to lack compassion or empathy; you only need to pay attention mindfully. Most of us want to hit the fast-forward button any time we feel discomfort. But sitting through the feeling becomes easier if you do it over time. It takes a lot of courage for people to speak their truth. Another nuance that comes into play in the discomfort of having the conversation is powerful emotions. Not everyone has strong role models in showing up with their emotions healthily when faced with this conversation. Controlling Your Reaction You can't control the other party's reaction; what you can control is your own. Rosie recommends going straight to the source when you can't control your reactivity. You have to look at how you're living your life as a whole. Practice, sleep, stress, women's hormones, and other things can compound into reactivity. How you express yourself would also depend on the type of dynamic you have with the other person. You don't necessarily have to let out negative feelings directly to another person. You can direct it to the air, on paper, a voice note, etc. Allowing the Cycle of Emotion to Move Through Allow the cycle of emotion to have its full revolution. Pause before you let a negative part of yourself take over. Still, your reaction would depend on where you're at as a whole in your life. It's all valid and part of the human experience. An emotional explosion is a build. Your mind will corroborate what the body feels. Rosie's bio-hack for emotional explosions: relax your shoulders and take big deep breaths. It will dissipate your emotional charge by at least 30%. Ways To Manage Emotions on Your Own Write a letter, and let the rage out on paper. Go on a drive, and scream at the top of your lungs Toss an old chair or a journal in a backyard bonfire. The liver is associated with the emotion of anger. What you eat or drink can also affect how you're feeling as well. You can also do Yoga Nidra, listen to binaural beats, or do rapid eye therapy. These practices balance the brain and bring you into the present moment. The Body as a Miracle Conduit The body is a miracle conduit for moving forward. Reverse engineering is critical in achieving the results you want during teacher training. We will continue to repeat the same cycles unless we find what works for us. Therefore, we practice building a reservoir of awareness, wisdom, and knowledge. Coming from a place of acknowledgment and awareness will allow us to hold each other up as equals.   5 Powerful Quotes [07:14] “The metaphor is that just when we want to gather ourselves, sometimes, life just throws a curveball or sometimes a bird… We can learn so much from nature.” [19:04] “Part of being radically loved is loving yourself enough to know when love is no longer being served and having the courage or the empowerment to get up from that table and move on.” [26:50] “We don't just throw people away. I think that's where the nuance comes in. Just because I'm leaving the table, doesn't mean I'm leaving the room.” [33:27] "Sometimes those feelings need to come out. You need to be able to be angry." [42:02] “We're in the school of being a human. Unless we can find what works for us and different ways to establish new neurological pathways, new patterns, new habits, we're going to continue to repeat the same cycles over and over.” This episode is sponsored by: Audible Visit Audible.com/loved or TEXT LOVED to 500-500 to get your 30 day free trial.   Uncommon Goods Visit uncommongoods.com/loved for 15% off your next order.   My Fitness Pal Visit loved.myfitnesspal.com and use code LOVED for a free one month premium membership.     Enjoy the Podcast? If you felt radically loved from listening to this podcast, subscribe and share it with the people you love! Love to give us 5 stars? If you do, we'd love a review from you. Help us reach more people and make them feel loved. Did you learn valuable insights on letting go of relationships? Do you want to extend this knowledge to people struggling with leaving the table? A simple way is to share what you've learned today on social media. 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We all have big dreams for our little people, and there are so many ways to define success: finding purpose in life and work, reaching goals (whatever those might be), surrounding yourself with loved ones, to name just a few. Psychologists have pointed to a variety of practices that can help our kids achieve these things. Spending time with your child is a major one; others include letting your child make decisions and prioritizing kindness.   Jessica Rolph welcomes Esther Wojcicki to today's episode to talk about raising successful children, her area of expertise. Her daughters, Susan, Janet, and Anne, are some of the most powerful women in Silicon Valley. They are respectively, the CEO of YouTube, a professor of Pediatrics at the University of California, San Francisco, and the Founder and CEO of the genetic testing company 23andMe. Esther, also known as the Godmother of Silicon Valley, is the author of How to Raise Successful People: Simple Lessons for Radical Results.   Key Takeaways: [2:17] Did Esther set out to raise CEOs? [3:24] Esther explains the acronym TRICK: Trust, Respect, Independence, Collaboration, and Kindness. [5:19] What does trust look like in our modern-day society? [8:00] Perhaps we shouldn't be so worried all the time. [8:50] Esther explains why allowing babies to self-soothe can be a demonstration of trust. [12:02] How can parents of toddlers show respect? Just listen! [14:15] Don't do anything for your children that they can do for themselves. [15:12] Esther speaks about collaboration in the home. [17:30] The profound impact of kindness.   Mentioned in this episode: Brought to you by Lovevery.com Visit Raise Successful People 

On this episode of Banking on KC, Dr. Michelle Robin, founder of Small Changes Big Shifts, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss her annual 31-Day Kindness Campaign and how small, individual acts of kindness can change the world. Tune in to discover: Dr. Robin's journey, including how acts of kindness shown to her have changed her life. What the 31-Day Kindness Campaign involves—and how you can participate. The scientific evidence that reinforces why being kind is good for an individual's overall mental health. Country Club Bank – Member FDIC

This episode is a reminder that a simple, kind gesture can truly go a long way. 

Michael Taft is a meditation teacher and best-selling author of many books such as The Mindful Geek and Nondualism. He is also the host of the podcast, Deconstructing Yourself.In this episode, Eric and Michael discuss spiritual practices and learning to deconstruct and reconstruct ourselves.But wait – there's more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed. Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month. It's that simple and we'll give you good stuff as a thank you!In This Interview, Eric and Michael Taft Discuss Deconstructing Yourself and …His podcast and blog titled “Deconstructing Yourself”Learning to “untangle” the concepts and emotions that can overwhelm usThe importance of “reconstructing” ourselves after the “deconstructing”Taking our meditation practice from the cushion into everyday lifeFinding what is sacred to you and bringing more of it into your lifeDefining and distinguishing between psychology and spirituality Thoughts and feelings and seeing their constructivenessVipassana practices and his work with Shinzen YoungDifferences between early and later Buddhist practices and traditionsHow real spirituality contends with the intense human conditionMichael Taft Links:Michael's WebsiteDeconstructing Yourself PodcastTwitterTalkspace is the online therapy company that lets you connect with a licensed therapist from anywhere at any time at a fraction of the cost of traditional therapy. It's therapy on demand. Visit www.talkspace.com or download the app and enter Promo Code: WOLF to get $100 off your first month.Calm App: The app designed to help you ease stress and get the best sleep of your life through meditations and sleep stories. Join the 85 million people around the world who use Calm to get better sleep. Get 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription (a limited time offer!) by going to www.calm.com/wolfIf you enjoyed this conversation with Michael Taft, you might also enjoy these other episodes:Michael Taft Interview (2015)Paths of Spiritual Awakening with Henry ShukmanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A hard-hitting pandemic spurred an initial, unexpected rise in kindness. But before long, we settled back into our old ways. Could your business use a lesson in ramping up kindness? In this episode of the Transform Your Workplace podcast, Linda Cohen — expert, author, and speaker — brings kindness back to the forefront of the workplace conversation. Listen in as Linda Cohen shares touching stories and drives home the idea that kindness affects everyone and everything it touches, even a business's bottom line. TAKEAWAYS   If a business's reputation is affected by unkindness, it inevitably affects the bottom line. Creating a culture of kindness is an opportunity for you and your organization to think about what would elevate your level of inclusivity. When asked what holds them back from being kind, people tend to answer the same way: stress, fatigue, and time. Communication from leadership needs to be supportive and open so that employees feel encouraged to share their thoughts and concerns. GUEST AT A GLANCE We welcome Linda Cohen back to the podcast. Nationally recognized “kindness expert,” speaker, and consultant, Linda is well-versed in how to incorporate kindness into workplace culture. Author of two books, Linda is passionate about seeing leaders and employees walk in kindness, ultimately resulting in business success.  A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST

In honour of GABA's second year. Spell For A Fire Moon is a bespoke soundscape mediation designed to accompany Wednesday's Full Fire Moon and the blossoming of the Amanita Muscaria magic mushroom. A trippy, fairytale soundscape featuring breathwork and the words, wisdom and activism of Sir David Attenborough and Greta Thunberg.Samples courtesy of Wander.Wonder, Remix Sample, the Aramaic Choir and Urb Mak (YouTube) together with studio zimoun and ooramusic (Instagram).All samples are fair use and designed to educate and inform.If this podcast contributes to your wellbeing, you can value that simply by heading to gaba.life on the web and Instagram.Love&Kindness, that's what it's all about. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, two of the Sol Women (Cal + Mar) interview an amazing community leader in the mental health world; the lovely Amy K. Among many things, Amy is the CEO and creator of the event production company “Beautiful Bipolar.” She curates healing, mental health, and wellness events that bring resources, peace, and support to the local community of New Orleans and surrounding areas. This warrior of a human believes that community care IS self-care and that we all have the potential to be more caring and compassionate towards ourselves and others. The SW talk with Amy about her past as a photography student, a well-known sports journalist for ESPN, as well as what led her to pursue a path in wellness, and what her mental health journey has looked like this far. You'll hear about stereotypes and common stigmas around Bipolar, and what it's like to be in a job where women are a minority. You can learn more about Amy K. and future healing events through her Instagram @beautiful.bipolar or listen to her new radio show “The Beautiful Bipolar Power Hour” 102.3 WHIV every Thursday at 1pm. “Kindness isn't Corny” --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/solwomen/support

Jeannette Mare is the founder of Ben's Bells, an organization dedicated to inspire individuals and communities to practice intentional kindness. She has a masters degree in linguistics from Gallaudet University and she has been teaching kindness for over 20 years. She began her journey from grieving to healing after the sudden death of her son, Ben, in 2002. Today, Jeannette speaks on how she channeled her grief from losing a loved one to further her understanding of compassion and human suffering. This tragedy became a catalyst for personal transformation, leading her to explore what kindness means to her and the power of human empathy. Ultimately, this led to the foundation of Ben's Bells.   In today's episode, host Shay Beider welcomes Jeannette to the podcast to discuss the importance of humility, particularly in the scope of dealing with tragedy. Jeannette elaborates on the creation of Ben's Bells, and describes how the trademark ceramic wood chimes came to be. She also touches on the importance of human connection, and how important she found this to be during her grieving process. By understanding the classic human needs of community and desire for connectedness, she has been able to tap into a newfound level of kindness. Jeannette shares her desire to push kindness into areas where it isn't currently existing and the strength behind humility for one another.   Transcripts for this episode are available at: https://www.integrativetouch.org/conversations-on-healing    Show Notes: Find out more about Ben's Bells here! Read more about Jeannette's work at University of Arizona   As always, this podcast was created by Integrative Touch for Kids (ITK). ITK is working to change the way people experience healthcare. ITK supports families whose children have any type of special health or medical need. This includes kids with cancers, genetic conditions, autism, cerebral palsy, traumatic stress, and other serious health issues. We have pioneered a new therapy called Integrative Touch™ and reach 3500 people each year in both the hospital and community settings. We engage communities in support of families struggling with special medical needs and offer unique Telehealth programs during this challenging time.Thanks to the incredible support of our volunteers and contributors, families are able to receive our healing services free of charge.

LTD Podcast E85: Love is Kind w/ Kevin and TemsulaWe can be unkind sometimes, especially when we are hurting or we don't like the person or we're having a bad day. But to love is to be kind. The apostle Paul describes it in 1 Corinthians 13 when he talks about what love means. Kevin and Temsula talk about Kindness based on biblical perspective and do we practice kindness in a day to day situation. In this episode: An act of kindness is love in action What kindness can look like? Situations where you are called to be kind Kindness as fruit of the Holy spirit God's kindness as the greatest example Link: Check out some heartwarming stories at Generosity of God and share your story.Check out Pastor Kevin's other podcasts Kevin White Show and Missions Changed My LifeSubscribe to a one-minute motivation series called Generously Blessed____________About Living the Dream Podcast The Living the Dream podcast is where Church staff and volunteers get comfortable and aligned with the reality that God is moving millions of foreign-born internationals into our communities. We focus on this incredible opportunity God is giving us to change the world! We know how this story ends! Rev 7:9-12 shows us a Church filled with EVERY nation, tribe, & tongue gathered together worshipping Jesus. Welcome to Living the Dream podcast where we help The Church be on earth as it is in heaven. More about Living the Dream Podcast.  About Kevin White Kevin White is a Christian pastor, international speaker, and an international best-selling author. As a writer, Kevin's newest book, Audacious Generosity, is a best new Christian Book of 2020. Audacious Generosity was an instant international best seller in India and the United States of America. Audacious Generosity is the New Book to Read in 2021. Look for it among Christianity books on Amazon and everywhere books are sold. Kevin's why for life is to extend access to Jesus to all people world-wide. Kevin loves to motivate people how to encounter the presence of God in their everyday life. As a seasoned entrepreneur, Kevin has started and helped start hundreds of businesses, churches, and nonprofit organizations. Kevin is an expert in church leadership and business development. Kevin's shepherd's heart can be seen in his speaking and writing. He integrates Biblical principles and worship into everything he does. Kevin's strategy is to help people transform into the likeness of Jesus. Find more from Kevin White including his blog, podcast shows, YouTube Channel, and Generously Blessed 1MM One Minute Motivational Series at https://kevinwhite.us Website: kevinwhite.usInstagram: @kevinwhiteusFacebook: @kevinwhite.usaTwitter: @kevinwhiteusLinkedIn: @kevinwhiteus  About Global Hope India Kevin White is the Founder/Executive Director of Global Hope India, a Christian mission organization focused on sharing the gospel in India and among Indian Nationals world-wide. We facilitate virtual mission teams to India and short-term mission teams in-person in India. These teams empower the church in India with pastoral training, youth pastor training, children's ministry, church planting strategy, church planting ministry, and medical missions. Global Hope India is a Christian charity that raises funds for India. 92% of every dollar given benefits gospel outreach projects in India such as church planting, orphan care, clean water projects, bibles, medical clinics, etc. Our partners in India serve the Baptist mission in India, Church of God in India as well as independent Christian churches. We do one thing - advance the gospel in India. We do it in one way - through the local church in India. Join us today by praying for India, giving to God's work in India and going virtually or in person to make disciples in India. Find out more information at https://globalhopeindia.org GHI Resources & Contact Info:Resource CenterGHI FacebookGHI Instagram: @globalhopeindiaGHI Twitter: @globalhopeindia

  On today's podcast I look at the life I am now living as a mosaic built in part by the myriad acts of kindness shown to myself and my family by so many people.   I share the impact that kindness and service was been upon me and the opportunity I have had for reflection […]

#191 This week, my wonderful guest is Dr. David Hamilton. David is a writer, speaker, columnist, and scientist. Our conversation today revolves around David's newest book, Why Woo-Woo Works. In his book, David provides scientific explanations to all the “woo woo” things we encounter in our lives. His goal with the book is to not only help practitioners of anything woo woo to have more faith in themselves, but to also educate sceptics and help them understand these things. We talk about the definition of woo woo, how crystals actually work, the placebo effect, and how our perception and way of thinking actually affects our reality. If you're someone who may be feeling stuck in their current trajectory and wish to lead more from the heart, then this is definitely the episode for you. "The world that you experience, is consistent with your thinking and what you believe. It's not that you're actually physically changing things, but you're literally flicking to a world that's entirely consistent with what you've just thought.” About David: David Hamilton is a writer, columnist, speaker & kindness scientist. After completing his PhD in organic chemistry, he worked in R&D in the pharmaceutical industry, developing drugs for cardiovascular disease and cancer. Inspired by the placebo effect, and how some people's conditions would improve because they believed a placebo was a real drug, he left the industry to write books and educate people in how they can harness their mind and emotions to improve their mental and physical health. He is now author of 11 books, including the Amazon bestseller, 'The Five Side Effects of Kindness'. He's also a columnist, the 'Kindness Tsar' for Psychologies Magazine, and has been a featured guest on Channel 4's, 'Sunday Brunch Live' in the UK and CBS Sunday Morning in the USA, as well as on several BBC radio shows and podcasts around the world. David is also the honorary scientific advisor for the charity, 52 Lives. He's an advocate for kindness and work passionately to inspire a kinder world. Dr David's Website: drdavidhamilton.com David's Books:drdavidhamilton.com/books Key points with time stamp: Why Woo-Woo Works (00:00) How can the right and left brain come together? (01:12) Organic chemistry: the Lego building of the sciences (03:25) The Placebo Effect: Do we already have the pharmacy inside of us? (06:25) How powerful are our beliefs? (08:47) Is the medical industry becoming more wholistic? (12:36) Taking back control over your health (16:01) What does woo-woo even mean? (17:03) Do crystals actually work? If so, how? (20:46) Scepticism regarding the woo-woo (31:03) Is consciousness just inside our heads? (36:08) Your experience creates your reality (40:21) How can you change your trajectory and lead from the heart? (45:42) Why Woo-Woo Works: something for both practitioners and sceptics (50:54) What are the impacts of your kind actions? (52:55) Mentioned in this episode: Why Woo-Woo Works, 2021. David's latest book The Magic Power of Your Mind, 1940. A book by Walter Germain Dean Radin Amit Goswami Valentina Onisor Tony Robbins About me: My Instagram: www.instagram.com/guyhlawrence/?hl=en My website: www.guylawrence.com.au www.liveinflow.co

Nicki Taylor will be preaching from Galatians 5:22-23; Zechariah 7:8-10; Ephesians 4:31-32, to continue the 'Rooted' series.

David McEntire will be preaching from Galatians 5:22-23; Zechariah 7:8-10; Ephesians 4:31-32, to continue the 'Rooted' series.

In God's gracious choice, Gentiles have been grafted in to the beautiful olive tree of God's people. However, we are warned not to become arrogant and prideful towards Jews. All Christians are spiritual descendants of Abraham, and we must continue to follow in his footsteps, in the roof of faith alone! Pastor Micah teaches on Romans 11:13-24 at Shoreline!

In this week's episode, Alex and Mary discuss knowing your limitations and speaking up instead of over-exerting yourself. Listen on our website, www.downthereaware.com/podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts. Episode Highlights Welcome back! [0:40] Rate and Review DTA [0:57] Mary's 2nd Wednesday Coffee [1:25] Alex's crazy week [2:00] Pulling an all-nighter [3:05] Edema [3:53] “A man's got to know his limitations.” [4:00] Advocate for yourself [4:45] Accept your limitations [5:40] The toll of exhaustion [6:55] Kindness of strangers [8:02] Melt-down [8:15] Consequences [9:10] Progression of heart failure [9:36] Perception/Stigma of weight [10:28] Caring about what others think [11:38] Acceptance [14:13] Ableist society [16:10] Realizing limitations and speaking up [18:13] Always learning [19:47] Do what's best for YOU! [20:21] Listen to your body [24:45] What are your limitations? ]26:00] Thanks for listening! [27:19] Stay Connected Email Us: downthereaware@gmail.com Instagram:@downthereaware Facebook: Down There Aware Twitter: @downthereaware Pinterest: Down There Aware TikTok: Down There Aware Summary Keywords Podcast, Spotify, Anchor, research, advocacy, advanced imaging, diagnosis, knowledge, women, fear, symptoms, limitations, edema, obesity #Podcast #Spotify #Anchor #research #advocacy #advancedimaging #diagnosis #women #womenshealth #gynecology #health #mother #daughter #limitations #obesity #edema

Kindness is more important now than ever, as we are adapting to a new way of living; teaching and learning is even more challenging than it usually is. Schools around the globe are having to adapt to online, hybrid learning or face-to-face learning while dealing with all the uncertainty, fear and devastation that comes with a pandemic. It is crucial that we do our best to nurture a culture of kindness in schools. Listen to this episode to learn some ideas but how to do this in your virtual online, hybrid or face-to-face classroom! Resources mentioned in this episode:

We are joined today by Dan Beaumont. Dan is on an epic 4-month journey cycling 10,000km across Britain to raise funds for Mind Over Mountains.At the time of this recording, Dan was on day 90 and about 7000km into his journey heading down the west coast of Wales. He was resting in the beautiful yard of his Warmshowers hosts, Catherine and John, who are feeding him well! Dan has stayed with many Warmshowers hosts along the way and says the theme of kindness has reigned throughout his journey.After graduating from university, Dan left the UK and spent ten years working abroad in Romania, Germany, and Australia. Once back home, he decided to rediscover his country and thought, what better way to do it than on a bicycle. Initially, he planned to take his time cycling around the UK to see the sights, but then his mate Alex, the founder of Mind over Mountains, suggested he turn his ride into a way to help others. Mind Over Mountains is a mental health charity offering immediate and accessible support through therapeutic outdoor experiences. They believe that time in nature, coupled with professional support, is a powerful way to build resilience and re-find stillness.During his trip, Dan has learned some clear lessons of kindness and is amazed at the help he has received from total strangers. They have been there to aid with bike repair, meals, and places to stay or offer a smile and a kind word. Although he is riding alone, he feels like he has a huge support group around him. Patience is also something Dan is learning on this trip! Carrying everything you need for such a long journey will make you slow down and take your time. Dan views this trip as a life journey and says so much has happened since day one. He has experienced many beautiful moments and believes that everyone would benefit from such a journey. Whether it be cycling, walking, or just traveling, take time out from life to experience all that is out there. Dan takes time every evening to try and capture his day in his journal, but sometimes it is too much sensory overload to get it all down on paper.Dan is a data nerd and has developed a database to record the metrics during his tour. In addition, he has been doing some fun interviews with people he has met along the way. He plans to use all of this information and his journal entries to write a book after the tour is complete. His plans also include starting a nature retreat to help people struggling with mental health. Throughout his life, he has always turned to adventure and the great outdoors to heal and wants to help others do the same.Dan's advice to everyone is just to get out and go, but take one step at a time. Start small; an adventure doesn't have to be huge or cross country to be an amazing journey. Use your time for introspection but also put yourself out there and interact with others. If you are hesitating, just go! You will not regret the experience and will come back a changed person. As Dan says, “one is greater than zero!” You can follow Dan on Instagram at DanOBeaumont and learn more about his trip and donate HERE. Find out more about Mind Over Mountains and what they offer HERE. Join our community at Warmshowers.org, or you can reach Tahverlee at tahverlee@warmshowers.org.Follow us on Instagram; @Warmshowers_org

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On this episode of ‘Grab A Glass', DT discusses the New Rory & Mal deal, Jon Gruden's emails, and the concept of reciprocity.

Does anyone want to be good anymore? What should your motivation be?

This week, we're heading up to New York City to spend a little time with Michael Roderick: Founder, Writer, Podcast Host, Dad and Urban Dweller. Michael talks with me about the freedom that comes from allowing yourself to suck, loneliness, "worshipping reach and ignoring depth" and the one tiny thing each of us can do everyday, to make the world a kinder place.Michael was a teacher and Broadway producer, before he dropped it all to become the Founder of Small Pond Enterprises.  His work focuses on helping entrepreneurs  with incredible ideas, realize their magic and package their work to create referable brands. Connect with Michael on all the Social places: @michaelroderickLearn about Michael's incredible work with people and brands on his websiteCheck out Michael's podcast, Access to Anyone

We beat ourselves up because we think we haven't gotten as far in life as we thought we would. Take time to reflect on your life and remember how far you have come. 

We all value kindness. But showing it isn't always easy. Buddhists recognized this problem long ago and developed what may be the world's first and best tool for cultivating compassion: meditation. While most people in the West see meditation as a technique to reduce stress and anxiety, that's only part of the story. Join Dave and his guests Buddhist Lama Trungram Gyalwa Rinpoche, meditation teacher Sharon Salzberg, and psychologist Paul Condon to learn more about how and why meditation is a key to kindness.

Welcome to the #SPAITGIRL Talk Show with Yvette Le Blowitz EP.148 - Breathe, Empower, Achieve with Shonda Moralis, MSW, lCSW, Psychotherapist, Women's Empowerment Coach, Author  Shonda Moralis, MSW, LCSW, is Psychotherapist, Women's Impact Coach and Entrepreneur, and Host of Therapeutic Perspective, a Mental Health Podcast where practitioners can earn CE credit hours for listening. She is the Author of award-winning Breath, Mama, Breathe: 5-Minute Mindfulness for Busy Moms and Breathe, Empower, Achieve: 5-Minute Mindfulness for Women Who Do It All. Shonda serves on the board of Shanthi Project, an education nonprofit providing evidence based mindfulness services to children and adults. She lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and two kids, loves to play outside, endeavours to practice what she preaches, and is perennially fascinated by what makes people tick. BREATHE, EMPOWER, ACHIEVE is Mindfulness for women who don't have time for Mindfulness, reset, refocus and find your work-life balance. The modern woman is more overwhelmed than ever. Between pursuing a career, maintaining a personal life, and curating the perfect image, she finds herself asking:  What work-life balance? Shonda Moralis shares how we can find balance, by building simple mindfulness techniques right into our hectic schedules. She also shares some of her go-to five minute mindful breaks that you can also try  each prompted by every day situations. Learn How to: Breathe to promote calm and awareness with meditation. Get Ready to: Empower yourself with assertiveness and self-confidence. Achieve your dreams by setting and conquering your goals. In this podcast episode 148 Yvette Le Blowitz Podcast Host sits down with Shonda Moralis to find out how we can practice self-care in five minutes by taking mindful breaks throughout our busy day to prevent burnout. In Podcast Episode 148 Shonda Moralis shares: - a little bit about herself - how her Author Journey unfolded - is Work-Life-Balance a Myth - how to empower yourself - how to Breathe to promote calm and awareness - how to practice Mindfulness when you don't time - how to build Self-Care and Mindful Breaks into your busy day - her own Self-Care Rituals as a Busy Mum Plus we talk about so much more Get Ready to TUNE IN  Episode 148 - #spaitgirl talk show with Yvette Le Blowitz  available on Apple Spotify, Google, Audible, Libysn - all podcast apps search for #spaitgirl on any podcast app  -------- Available to watch on Youtube Channel - Spa it Girl or Yvette Le Blowitz Channel --- JOIN OUR #SPAITGIRL BOOK CLUB Buy a copy of Breathe, Empower, Achieve by Shonda Moralis, MSW, LCSW search via Booktopia our affiliated online book store  *click here Hashtag #spaitgirlbookclub //#spaitgirl + tag @spaitgirl - when reading your book  --- STAY IN TOUCH   Podcast Guest Shonda Moralis, MSW, LCSW Psychotherapist Women's Empowerment Coach, Author Website www.ShondaMoralis.net Instagram @shonda.moralis ------ Podcast Host  Yvette Le Blowitz  Instagram @yvetteleblowitz Website www.yvetteleblowitz.com ------- Become a Podcast Show Sponsor #SPAITGIRL  www.spaitgirl.com Email: info@spaitgirl.com with your proposal -- JOIN OUR #SPAITGIRL Community  Follow on Instagram: @spaitgirl Sign Up to Mailing List: www.spaitgirl.com Search for #spaitgirl on any podcast app, youtube and subscribe  ------- HOW TO SUPPORT The #SPAITGIRL Podcast Show  Practice a Little Random Act of Kindness  - subscribe to the #spaitgirl podcast show on any podcast app  - leave a 5* rating and review  - tell someone about the #spaitgirl podcast show - share your favourite episode - tag @spaitgirl in your stories - hashtag #spaitgirl to share the show &  Together "Let's Feel Good From Within" and #makefeelinggoodgoviral ---- Please note - Affiliated Links included in this spaitgirl.com blog post includes affiliated links with Amazon.com and booktopia.com.au - should you order any books from Amazon.com or Booktopia.com.au via the links contained in this blog post spaitgirl.com will receive a small paid commission fee from the online book stores.  Please note - The information in this podcast is a general conversation between the podcast host and podcast guest and is not intended to replace professional medical advice and should not be considered a substitute for medical treatment or advice from a mental health professional.  Use of any of the material in this podcast show is always at the listeners discretion.   The podcast host and guest accept no liability arising directly or indirectly from use or misuse of any of the information contained in this podcast show and podcast episode conversation, or any trauma triggered or associated with it. If you are experiencing depression, mental illness, any health concerns please seek medical professional help immediately. 

In today's episode, we revisit a common theme of the podcast: Purpose.

This week, does kindness count? Does it “count?” Well, Jan and Mike seem to think so! It’s “The Berenstain Bears Kindness Counts!”

Jonathan Robinson is a psychotherapist, best-selling author of many books, and a professional speaker. His work has been translated into 47 languages. Jonathan has made numerous appearances on the Oprah show and CNN as well as other national TV talk shows. He has spent over 35 years studying the most practical and powerful methods for personal and professional development and is also known for his popular podcast, Awareness Explorers.In this episode, Eric and Jonathan discuss enlightenment as well as various techniques to explore our awareness.But wait – there's more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed. Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month. It's that simple and we'll give you good stuff as a thank you!In This Interview, Eric and Jonathan Robinson Discuss How to Explore Our Awareness and …His definition of enlightenment: a shift in identity from ego-personality to presence and awarenessEnlightenment is being at peace in the present momentHis humbling experience of speaking to Mother TheresaExperimenting with and being willing to try different techniques to help shift your viewHow having gratitude and saying “Thank You” many times a day can change your experienceTechniques and phrases for working with our judgmental mindLearning to not take our views so seriouslyHow being more playful in our lives can bring the feeling of freedomHis powerful technique for happiness: not letting your mind take over when you're enjoying somethingThe different forms of inquiry we can practiceQuestions we can ask that can reorient ourselves from our problem seeking mindsMaking a pain and pleasure list and scheduling things from your pleasure listJonathan Robinson Links:Jonathan's WebsiteAwareness Explorers PodcastFacebookUpstart: The fast and easy way to get a personal loan to consolidate, lower your interest rate, and pay off your debt. Go to www.upstart.com/wolfIf you enjoyed this conversation with Jonathan Robinson, you might also enjoy these other episodes:Dorothy Hunt on The Heart of AwarenessMary O'Malley on Practical AwakeningSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hold on tight, Hank's about to launch into a rant about airline travel, the importance of being kind and the difference betwixt going on a vacation and going on an adventure.  Hambone! Snap It! Enjoy.

Good Morning America weekend co-anchor and ABC News correspondent Eva Pilgrim joins Zibby to discuss her first picture book, Walter Does His Best, which was inspired by her beloved French bulldog. Eva shares how her mom's lessons about kindness have shaped both her parenting goals and the story she wanted this book to tell. She also reveals the interaction that still stands out from her years of reporting and what she's most looking forward to with the birth of her first child.Purchase on Amazon or Bookshop.Amazon: https://amzn.to/3m2TBUMBookshop: https://bit.ly/3m35gDd. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.