Podcasts about Kindness

Summer has a way of bringing the soul to life — warm weather, longer days, beautiful flowers, and a slower pace that invites connection. But it can also be a season when unkindness quietly takes root, especially among children and young people who are simply following the crowd. One summer, a friendship with a girl across the street gradually pulled toward making fun of other kids on the block, and though it felt terrible, fear kept anyone from speaking up. Looking back as an adult, the understanding is clearer: the girl was hurting, but that didn't make the silence right. Ephesians 4:32 gives us a command that is easy to read past: be kind and compassionate to one another. Most attention falls on the second half of the verse, the call to forgive as God has forgiven us, but the instruction to extend kindness and compassion is equally important and equally non-negotiable. Kindness costs nothing and can be given freely to anyone — an elderly neighbor, a struggling coworker, a single mom in the next apartment. This summer, whether you find yourself at the beach or close to home, the invitation is the same: stand up for what is right, extend love to the people around you, and let the Holy Spirit make you a beacon of Christ's kindness wherever you go. Today's Bible Verse "Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you."— Ephesians 4:32, NIV Ponder Today Kindness is a command, not a suggestion. Paul's words in Ephesians 4:32 leave no wiggle room. Regardless of the season of the year or the crowd around us, we are called to extend kindness and compassion to one another. Silence in the face of unkindness is its own kind of failure. Not participating in cruelty is a start, but standing up for those being hurt is what truly reflects the heart of Christ. This summer, choose to speak up. Kindness costs nothing and can be given to everyone. There is no shortage of people who need a kind word, a moment of genuine attention, or someone to simply notice them. Look around — the opportunity is closer than you think. You are a new creation in Christ — live like it. When old habits or old crowds try to pull you back into who you used to be, remember that your identity has been redeemed and renewed (2 Corinthians 5:17). Stand your ground in the name of the Lord. A Prayer for You Today Dear God, summertime reminds me of summers from long ago, and I do not want to repeat the mistakes of failing to extend kindness or speak up for others. Please help me to always choose kindness, compassion, and courage. I am not afraid anymore — I will do the right thing. By forgiving others and extending love, I can shine brightly for You. Please help me to be a beacon of Your love to everyone I encounter this summer. Thank You for giving me Your strength, support, and guidance. In Jesus' name, Amen. Don't Miss an Episode If today's prayer inspired you to make this a summer of intentional kindness, we'd love to stay connected. Subscribe to the LifeAudio newsletter at LifeAudio.com for daily prayers, devotionals, and more content to help you live and love like Jesus every day. If you like this podcast, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Your Nightly Prayer - an evening Christian prayer podcast to help you end your day in conversation with God. https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Click here to receive today's free gift on the Radio Page:  Bible Promises – Throughout the Bible, God encourages us to bring before him our worship and praise, confession, thanksgivings, intercessions, and petitions. As Christians grow in the discipline of praying, it becomes clear that there is always more to learn. Joni Eareckson Tada shares insights and personal stories that will hone your skill of including scripture in your prayers. Use the coupon code: RADIOGIFT for free shipping! *Limit one copy per person* --------Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org. Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Click here to receive today's free gift on the Radio Page:  Bible Promises – Throughout the Bible, God encourages us to bring before him our worship and praise, confession, thanksgivings, intercessions, and petitions. As Christians grow in the discipline of praying, it becomes clear that there is always more to learn. Joni Eareckson Tada shares insights and personal stories that will hone your skill of including scripture in your prayers. Use the coupon code: RADIOGIFT for free shipping! *Limit one copy per person* --------Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org. Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Thought process   Thought process   5 title options Vacationing With Kids (Without Pretending It's a Vacation) — clear, evergreen, leads with the reframe. (My top pick — you said you'll reference this every summer, so the title should say exactly what it is and survive out of season.) Why Your Family "Vacation" Isn't Actually a Vacation — the reframe as the hook You're Probably Not Going to Enjoy It (And That's Okay) — pattern-interrupt, very you Treat the Trip Like a Business Trip — leads with the practical metaphor How to Travel With Little Kids and Still Love Yourself Full show notes below using the top pick. Title: Vacationing With Kids (Without Pretending It's a Vacation) Every summer it happens. You pack up the little kids, drive to the beach or the grandparents, and somewhere around day three in an unfamiliar Airbnb with no blackout curtains and a toddler who won't sleep, you wonder why you thought this would be fun. Sterling Jaquith has a reframe that changes the whole thing: stop calling it a vacation. In this evergreen episode you can come back to before any trip, Sterling walks through why little kids won't remember the vacation anyway, what they do remember, and the three honest questions to ask before you go. It's permission to stop chasing "relaxing" with a houseful of tired, dysregulated humans, and to plan the trip like the world's best personal assistant instead. Because the answer, through all of it, is always love. Including love for yourself. WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE: Why calling it a "vacation" is the first trap, and treating the trip like a business trip with a mission and a plan instead The honest truth that you may not enjoy it with little kids, and why that doesn't mean anything has gone wrong The three questions to ask before you go: What's my mission? What three feelings am I actually going for? How do I set myself up for those? Creating novelty on the cheap (crazy straws, Goodwill toys, stovetop popcorn, pop rocks, and the screen time you'd normally say no to) Planning something that's just for you, whether it's before, during, or after the trip Why Catholic moms living only for everyone else isn't how God designed you, and how to love yourself hard through the hard parts EPISODE TIMELINE: [00:00] – Why this is your reference episode for every future summer, holiday, and spring break [04:00] – "I don't think you can enjoy it." The coaching conversation that started this [08:00] – What kids actually remember, and why Sterling makes a photo book every year [12:00] – The three questions: mission, the top three feelings, and setting yourself up to feel them [16:00] – Creating novelty, building in real breaks, and planning something for you [19:00] – The answer is always love, and why God doesn't want you at the end of your rope LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED: Rhythm of War which is Book 4 of the Stormlight Series by Brandon Sanderson (the audiobook Sterling and her husband listened to on their cross-country drive): https://amzn.to/4w34nwC Calm Catholic Kids (Summer of Kindness stories free now, Collections 4 and 5 coming soon): https://calmcatholickids.com CONNECT WITH STERLING JAQUITH: Website: https://catholicmomcalm.com Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catholicmomcalm

Enjoy this special gift, a recorded meditation by Ruth Phillips:Practice 1: Settlinghttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1PqsA8Epmy_QzyXtuRFJiOaYJfcBfDF_x/view?usp=share_linkAND, sign up for her newsletter to receive Practice 2: Breath https://ruthphillips.com/contact/Alongside her rich and diverse career as a concert cellist and teacher, Ruth is internationally sought after as a performance coach, mentor and meditation teacher, helping people who suffer from tension, stage fright, or lack of focus or self esteem overcome the physical and mental strains of the music profession. Ruth is certified as a Mindfulness Meditation teacher and mentor under Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield, through the MMTCP (Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification) and the MMT (Mindfulness Mentor Training) programs. She is also a trained therapist, holding a Masters' degree in Voice Movement Therapy. She has been attending yoga classes with Peter Blackaby for the past 30 years, and has completed three modules of the Non-Violent-Communication training. Her interest in the natural functioning of the body has inspired her to work closely with Alexander Technique, Qi Gong, Body Mapping and Feldenkrais practictioners, and her musical experience includes not only classical music but folk, Indian and African traditions. Over the last ten years Ruth has given Breathing Bow and mindfulness workshops in California, France and the UK, at the Yehudi Menuhin School, the Royal Glasgow Conservatoire, the Royal Northern College of Music and Benslow Music, and for members of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. She has presented for the European String Teachers' Association International Conference and the London Cello Society. She is regularly invited as a mindfulness coach to the Verbier festival. Ruth taught on the online platform for musicians' well-being, The Exhale, for three years and her clients include students and graduates from Stony Brook University, Julliard School, Royal Academy of Music, Paris Conservatoire, Royal Northern College of Music and the Guildhall School of Music, members of the Marmen quartet, and the Hallé, Oakland Symphony, San Fransisco Opera, Liverpool Philharmonic and Philharmonia Orchestras.Ruth is the author of Beauty at the Edge of Catastrophe – Cultivating Mindful Presence in Musical Performance. Her articles on stage fright, music, mindfulness and yoga have appeared in the Strad, BBC Music Magazine, Classical Music Magazine, Paul Katz' CelloBello blog, The London Cello Society newsletter and the European String Teachers' Association magazine, ARCO. She has appeared on the Music Mind and Movement and the Thoroughly Good Classical Music, Things Musicians Don't Talk About and Your Free Voice podcasts. Her memoir, Cherries from Chauvet's Orchard, was shortlisted for the Guardian Women's Memoir award. https://beautyattheedgeofcatastrophe.com  (Buy the book, then email Ruth at ruth@ruthphillips.com  She'll send you Practices 3 Kindness and 4 Just Like Me as a gift.)https://ruthphillips.com https://www.facebook.com/ruth.phillips.752 https://www.instagram.com/ruthphillipscellohttps://zenezen.net/Your portfolio career is YOURS to design. If you are seeking inspiration, grab the first chapter of my book for FREE at the link below! You are allowed to thrive, and your artistry MATTERS.https://jennetingle.kit.com/c6e4009529Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to Crushing Classical, and maybe even leave a nice review! Thanks for joining me on Crushing Classical! Theme music by DreamVance.I help people to lean into their creative careers and start or grow their income streams. You can read more or hop onto a discovery call from my website.  https://jennetingle.com/work-with-meI'm your host, Jennet Ingle. I love you all. Stay safe out there! 

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In today's business world, we're often told that success comes from being tougher, louder, more aggressive, and willing to outwork or outmaneuver everyone around us. But what if that advice is wrong?On this episode of Late Night Health, Mark Alyn sits down with public relations executive, entrepreneur, and bestselling author Amy Summers to explore a different path to success—one built on mentorship, leadership, and helping others rise.Amy's new book, Lift: 10 Mentorship Touchpoints to Empower Your Team and Accelerate Your Own Career, challenges the old-school belief that success is a zero-sum game. Instead, she argues that leaders who invest in others often discover that their own careers grow faster as a result.Drawing on more than two decades of building teams and mentoring young professionals, Amy shares the lessons she's learned about developing talent, creating healthy workplace cultures, and why kindness and accountability can coexist. She explains why toxic leadership still exists, why so many people stay trapped in unhealthy work environments, and how a new generation of leaders can create something better.The conversation also explores the rapidly changing world of technology, media, and communications. Amy discusses how mentoring can help leaders stay relevant, why picking up the phone is becoming a competitive advantage again, and how meaningful relationships remain the foundation of successful public relations and business growth.Along the way, Mark and Amy share stories from a friendship and professional relationship that spans more than three decades, creating an engaging and often humorous conversation packed with practical insights for professionals at every stage of their careers.Whether you're a business owner, manager, entrepreneur, mentor, mentee, or simply someone looking for a better way to succeed, this episode offers a refreshing reminder: helping others succeed may be one of the smartest career moves you'll ever make.Watch, listen, and discover why lifting others up might be the key to lifting yourself higher. Learn more about LIft at: https://lifttolead.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

One evening in May of 2011, tornado sirens went off in a small Missouri city called Joplin. Thousands of homes were destroyed in the tornado, about a third of the town's 50,000 residents were displaced and around 160 people died. And in the months following the tornado, the town became known not just for the destruction, but the kindness and cooperation that led to its recovery. Scientists who have studied behavior after mass traumas say, disasters can spark an outpouring of kindness and powerful bonds between strangers. Reporter Pauline Bartolone joins Short Wave co-host Emily Kwong to share the science behind this phenomenon.Interested in more science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show's perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

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Is It Manipulation or Is It Kindness? Whether you realize it or not, you're already influencing your spouse. Every day. Through your words. Your attitudes. Your reactions. Your encouragement. Your silence. The question isn't whether you're influencing them. The question is why. Are you trying to get your own way? Or are you trying to help them become who God created them to be? That's what this week's podcast is all about. Many husbands and wives feel guilty when they want change in their marriage. They worry that encouraging their spouse toward growth somehow makes them manipulative. But what if influence itself isn't the problem? What if the real issue is the motive behind it? In this episode, we explore the difference between selfish manipulation and godly influence—and why helping your spouse move closer to Jesus may actually be one of the most loving things you can do. With love, The Delight Your Marriage Team (Shownotes written with AI assistance) PS - Ready to take the leap and begin healing your marriage? Our Clarity Advisors would love to talk with you. Schedule a free Clarity Call here. PPS - Here is what (another) recent Coaching Graduate had to say: "I am responsible for changing my heart. Attempting to change [my wife] only caused her to feel worse and more unsafe. By working on myself to be a better man she is drawn to that. Realizing that God's design is about sacrificial love with no expectations. There is a true freedom in that. I had turned so much about my marriage into a bargaining chip for sex that I had lost the plot and failed to love my beautiful wife the way that Christ loves us. Truly a wake-up call." ......................................................... Delight Your Marriage is dedicated to helping married couples discover true intimacy and helping heal emotional, spiritual, and physical intimacy--biblically. For the last 10 years, through our practical tools, group coaching, and podcast, we have seen hundreds of marriages transformed- from couples who were on their way to signing divorce papers to couples who had pretty good marriages but just wanted to connect more. We are honored to get to walk alongside men & women as they become who God created them to be and see their marriages transformed in the process. If you'd like to learn more about us and our programs, please visit https://delightyourmarriage.com/ Want more on-the-go content? Follow us on Facebook for insightful clips and marriage coaching insights. Catch up on the podcast on our YouTube channel or your favorite podcast streaming platform. Ready to take the leap and do the work to heal your marriage? We'd love to chat with you. Schedule a free Clarity Call here. Thank you for watching and God bless!

This week's Tarp Find mini episode celebrates a special moment Green Bay Packers rookie Dani Dennis-Sutton recently shared with the team's reporters.Programming Note: Andrew's interview episodes will continue to be in your podcast feed every Thursday morning.

Send us Fan MailMost workplaces are ignoring the silent killer of culture that's hiding in plain sight: tolerance. In this eye-opening episode, HR experts John Thalheimer and Chuck reveal why avoiding tough conversations about performance and behavior can be a leader's biggest mistake and why sometimes, firing is the kindest move of all.Why do workplaces with disengaged, disorganized, and seemingly unaccountable staff stay afloat? John shares a remarkable story of an auto repair shop whose owner boldly fired the entire team. Not because he wanted to be harsh, but because he recognized that real culture isn't about cleaning house. It's about building standards from the ground up. You'll discover the crucial link between culture and performance, how success can obscure deeper issues, and why leaders often tolerate behaviors that threaten their future sustainability.In this episode, you'll uncover:The telltale signs that your workplace's culture is deteriorating, even if results look good on paperWhy ‘tolerance'—not firing—can be the true culture killer, and how to identify it earlyThe role of accountability and consistent consequences in embedding values into day-to-day operationsHow post-merger fatigue can mask core issues and what real leadership looks like during transitionsPractical strategies for leaders: setting expectations, giving fair chances, and knowing when to say goodbyeYou'll learn why focusing solely on firing can be a mistake, and how cultivating a culture of accountability, clarity, and fit creates a workplace where termination becomes rare, not routine. If you're tired of the cycle of bad hires, disengaged teams, and cultural cracks widening beneath your organization, this episode is your wake-up call.Perfect for HR leaders, managers, and anyone committed to building healthier, more resilient workplaces, because your culture is the foundation of every success story. When you understand the truth behind tolerances and consequences, you'll transform how you lead, hire, and develop your team. Are you ready to reset your standards and build a culture where firing is no longer the only solution? Listen in now and discover the real story behind the headlines—because a thriving workplace starts with you. Support the showOur new book...The Ultimate Guide to HR: Checklists Edition is now AVAILABLE! Go to UltimateGuidetoHR.com to Get HR Right: and Avoid Costly Mistakes. Certified and approved for 3 SHRM Recertification Credits.Join the HR Team of One Community on Facebook or visit TeamAtHRstories.com and sign up for emails so you can be the first to know about new things we have coming up.You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @HRstoriesPodcastDon't forget to rate our podcast, it really helps other people find it!Do you have a situation or topic you'd like the team to discuss? Are you interested in having Chuck or John talk to your team or Emcee your event?  You can reach the Team at  Email@TeamAtHRStories.com for suggestions and inquiries.The viewpoints expressed by the characters in the stories are not necessarily that of The Team at HR Stories. The stories are shared to present various, real-world scenarios and share how they were handled by policy and, at times, law. Chuck and John are not lawyers and always recommend working with an employment lawyer to address concerns. 

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There is something directing your life. You’re not doing this on your own. You’re either under the influence of the world and the flesh, or you’re under the influence of the Holy Spirit. One of these guides your thoughts, your attitude, your perspective and your actions – and your life looks radically different depending on your influencing factors. Look around my friend – if you aren’t pleased with what’s growing in your life, it may be a result of what you’re attached to – because whatever you’re attached to is drastically influencing every area of your life. Paul writes in Galatians and tells us of what is naturally produced in our lives when we’re attached to Jesus. Growing in Jesus means God’s Holy Spirit is influencing you. Under the influence of the Holy Spirit, you are different than you would be on your own. Different things grow in your life. You are given a different perspective with different priorities. And the beautiful thing is, it happens so naturally. This isn’t something you will or force, it just grows. We’re given a list of 9 fruits that grow in our lives as a result of the direction of the Holy Spirit and it’s inner influence: Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, Self-Control. These are the fruits of the Holy Spirit, meaning what grows from connection. And really think about the real life circumstances and struggles you woke up to today – what you need to face this is right here within the list of things that grow from within you when you’re connected to Jesus. Your answer … CONNECT TO JESUS! You don’t have to force this. You don’t have to pretend to be someone you’re not. The Holy Spirit will work within you to produce precisely what is needed and it will come from inside you, naturally producing in your life. Now maybe you’ve heard of the Fruits of the Spirit before. Maybe you even have them memorized and can ramble them off. Maybe this is brand new to you. Awesome. This is for you. Exactly where you are, in this season of life, with what you’re facing. Love for you. Joy for you. Peace for you. Patience for you. Kindness for you. Goodness for you. Faithfulness for you. Gentleness for you. Self-Control for you. I bet you can identify someone in your life who needs this too, huh? Someone who is lacking joy. Someone lacking peace. Someone living without kindness or faithfulness or self-control. What is happening in their life? Maybe that was you at one time. Or maybe that is a current struggle. Why is that? Scripture is actually quite clear. We don’t have to guess and wonder. When you lack the things that grow in our lives under the direction of the Holy Spirit it’s because you’re NOT under the direction of the Holy Spirit. You’re not connected to Jesus. You’re connected to the world and you’re under the influence of your flesh. We don’t have to hate the person who is without kindness and goodness, we have to see it for what it is. This is a hurting soul who either has never connected to Jesus or has become disconnected. We must love them enough to point them back to Jesus and back to his life-giving connection. Back to the direction of the Holy Spirit. It’s not our responsibility to change them. That’s the job of God’s Holy Spirit. YOU ARE NOT THEIR HOLY SPIRIT. Before we jump into the Fruits of the Spirit and this list of beauty that naturally begins to grow in our lives through connection with Jesus, we have to know about the other side of the list. You see there are two very clear lists. A list of what your life looks like WITHOUT the direction of the Holy Spirit and WITH the direction of the Holy Spirit. If you were to take a piece of paper and draw a line down the center, you would have two columns. On the left you could label that column “Without the Holy Spirit”. On the right you could label that column “With the Holy Spirit”. The column on the left is described in Galatians 5: 19-21. The column on the right is described in Galatians 5: 22-23. Let’s begin with making the list in the left column. Galatians 5: 19-21, When you follow the desires of your sinful nature, the results are very clear: • Sexual immorality • Impurity • Lustful pleasures • Idolatry • Sorcery • Hostility • Quarreling • Jealousy • Outbursts of Anger • Selfish Ambition • Dissension • Division • Envy • Drunkenness • Wild Parties • Other Sins Like These Well that was yucky, wasn’t it? Yip, that’s what our lives become without the influence of God’s Holy Spirit. This is what we naturally get ourselves into. Our nature is sinful and leads us into some absolutely yucky things in our lives. Look around … there it is. We can see it in our own life or in the life of someone we love. Why has this happened, why do they act that way, why do they continue to do these things … because as verse 19 says, they have “followed the desires of their sinful nature and the results are very clear.” You’ve been asking why. That’s why, my friend. This is a matter of influence. The wrong influence creates the wrong results. The wrong direction grows the wrong fruit. For anyone with the wrong fruit growing in their lives, this is a matter of the wrong influence coming through the wrong connection. Maybe not a bad person, a bad connection. Have you ever traveled internationally and tried to plug your electrical device into a foreign outlet? It doesn’t fit. If you force it, you’ll blow something up. You could burn the whole building down! Some of us have lives burning down around us because we’ve plugged into the wrong thing. We’re connecting to things we simply weren’t created to be connected to. Over the next few weeks we’re going to do a deep dive on the divinely beautiful things that grow in our lives when we’re connected to Jesus and abiding in him. We’re going to grow in this process. It’s going to be so good for us to see the works of the Holy Spirit that happen so naturally in our connection. But first, we’re going to look at the column on the left. The yuck. The consequences. This is where you life will be without Jesus. Very clearly, this is what happens. Verse 19 in the NLT says “When you follow the desires of your sinful nature …” NIV says, “These are the acts of the flesh …” MSG puts it like this, “It’s obvious what type of life develops out of trying to get your own way all the time …” There it is – when we try to do this on our own, when we do what we want, follow our own feelings, focused on self, letting our flesh lead the way, these are the messes we create for ourselves and others. Maybe you’re in one of those messes right now, either self-created or created by someone else. You’re living in that left hand column all while the Holy Spirit is inviting you to jump to the other side of the page and get on the right side. Is that possible? Absolutely! That change can begin today. Looking at our column on the left listed in verses 19-21, there are a few words we may not fully understand. So, let’s not skim over them, let’s understand. The first 3 are all sexual sins: Sexual immorality, Impurity, Lustful pleasures. These are things we all fall into without the direction of God’s Holy Spirit within us. It’s natural. We get all twisted up. We seek love in the wrong places and boy do we find it in all the wrong ways. There, we get stuck in tangled webs and suck others into that web of destruction. The next word on the left side are may be a little more unclear: Idolatry. It’s easy to assume that’s not us, nor is it anyone we love … but often it is. Idolatry is putting anything or anyone above God. Anything that gets God’s place becomes our idol. Anything we value more, anything we trust more, anything we seek first. Our spouses can become our idol. Our jobs can become our idol. Our image, our money, our hobbies can become our idols. And guess what – that happens so naturally in this world. Without the direct influence of the Holy Spirit, we are making stars our guide, we’re allowing horoscopes make our decisions, and putting flawed humans on pedestals thinking they hold our answers. Jesus is calling us back. Back to connection with him. Our lives naturally change when we connect with him. Recognize what is growing in your life – if it’s on the left side realize you’re on the wrong side, connecting to the wrong thing that is threatening to burn your whole life down. Your answer, CONNECT WITH JESUS. Let the Holy Spirit become your guide and influence. Follow Pamela on Instagram – https://instagram.com/headmamapamela Or Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pamela.crim Find out more about BIG Life – http://biglifehq.com

Fashion legend Isaac Mizrahi has spent decades making the world brighter- literally. As a colorful designer, performer, host, author, and cultural icon, the creative has always favored playfulness. But before the runways, Broadway stages, and standing ovations, he was a kid who often felt like an outsider. This week on The Art of Kindness, Isaac joins Robert Peterpaul for a funny, moving, and surprisingly vulnerable conversation about bullying, belonging, creativity, therapy, Broadway legends, and the people whose kindness changed his life. Plus: Broadway, fashion, Patti LuPone, New York City, compliments, eyebrows, and why nobody is paying nearly as much attention to your appearance as you think they are. This positive podcast covers: Why kindness starts with noticing people who feel unseen The teacher who changed Isaac's life forever Lessons from Broadway legends like Gwen Verdon and Liza Minnelli Why therapy matters and what he's learned from it Broadway backstage culture and kindness The truth about fashion rules, self-expression, and authenticity, plus more ISAAC MIZRAHI has spent more than 35 years at the intersection of entertainment, media, and fashion, earning acclaim as a performer, host, writer, designer, producer, and cultural commentator. Performing with his acclaimed jazz band, Isaac brings his signature blend of music, storytelling, and comedy to concert stages across the country. His annual multi-week residency at New York City's legendary Café Carlyle consistently sells out, and in 2022 he made his Broadway debut as Amos Hart in Chicago. The New York Times hailed him as “a founding father of a genre that fuses performance art, music and stand-up comedy.” In 2025, the cult-classic documentary Unzipped—which Mizrahi co-created and stars in—celebrated its 30th anniversary with a screening at the Sundance Film Festival. He hosted the Emmy Award-winning The Isaac Mizrahi Show for seven seasons, served as a judge on all seven seasons of Project Runway All Stars, and continues to appear across television, film, and digital media. Beyond the stage and screen, Mizrahi has directed productions for the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, designed costumes for the Metropolitan Opera, and annually directs and narrates Peter and the Wolf, a production he originally created for New York City's Guggenheim Museum. A celebrated force in fashion, Mizrahi currently serves as Creative Director at Large for Target. Through his company, IM Entertainment, he develops original projects for television, theater, publishing, and live entertainment. He is also the author of the New York Times bestselling memoir I.M. For more information, visit HelloIsaac.com. Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: ⁠⁠artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠ Follow Isaac: ⁠⁠@IMISAACMIZRAHI Follow us: ⁠⁠@artofkindnesspod⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠@robpeterpaul⁠⁠ Support the show! (⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok⁠⁠) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Additional music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: MZU7IMLYX3T5WFFI We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Faith Cha's mother and grandmother fled North Korea for their lives. Miraculously, they survived the violence when many around them did not. Not only did they survive, but God crossed their paths with Christians who helped them.These believers—normal people of no renown—played huge roles in the lives of these women by small acts of kindness and grace. These blessings not only helped these women fleeing North Korea, but also the next generation. Faith herself was richly blessed by kind Christians who loved and encouraged her as a refugee kid, confused in a strange, new country.Through this journey and divine interactions, a spiritual legacy was born. In time, Faith and her husband carried forth that spiritual legacy in surprising, but fitting, ways. They crossed the globe to make Christ known to Muslims in Central Asia. And today they help others minister to refugees, just as others once helped her frightened mom and grandma.Be encouraged. This testimony reminds us that even our smallest acts of kindness can make powerful impacts in the lives of others. God can use them to transform lives, families, communities and even generations.To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following.Crescent Project (Ministry): https://www.crescentproject.org/Christian Emergency Alliance: https://www.christianemergency.com/Follow the Christian Emergency Alliance on Twitter: @ChristianEmerg1Follow the Christian Emergency Alliance on Facebook: @ChristianEmergencyThe Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance.Soli Deo Gloria

We continue a short series that we started last week on the concept of Kindness. I am doing four (or more) quotes each of these weeks on how impactful simply being kind to one another can be for a team (or any other groups or individuals).As always, I am so grateful to all of you who support the podcast! I do this show because of you. While I enjoy the quotes myself, I do this podcast because many of you who are looking for inspiration and impact from these quotes come back and listen to it on a consistent basis. Thanks to all of you for being a huge part of this journey! In order to help me keep this journey going, please consider becoming a supporter of the show. You can donate to the show by clicking on the link below.Support the showFor more information to help you on your road to becoming your best, check us out at SlamDunkSuccess.com or email me at scott@slamdunksuccess.com.Our new background music, starting with Episode 300, is "Pulse of Time - Corporate Rock" by TunePocket.Our background music for the first 5 years of the podcast was "Dance in the Sun" by Krisztian Vass.

Here is a guided meditation moving through a set of postures. These postures are designed to illicit feelings of warmth and goodness from deep within our implicit memory. Developed by Dr Bessel Van Der Kolk and myself. Bon Voyage!Meditation can be challenging at times. Occasionally we may experience things which surprise as a result. If you have any questions or concerns in regards to this, or other meditation practices, please feel free to message me through my website: www.suchsweetthunder.orgI have been practicing meditation for 40 years and have been successfully teaching meditation worldwide since 2009, giving talks, facilitating retreats, and have authored two books. I have received formal training in Theravada, Mahayana (Tibetan, Zen,) and Vedanta meditation techniques as well as Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness, MBSR, Neuroplasticity, Non-Violent Communication, and Buddhist Psychology. I teach from a secular voice and I am passionate about bringing timeless wisdom teachings to people of any faith, belief system, or tradition.If you find these podcasts helpful please consider making a donation: PayPal.me/suchsweetthunder

Elijah gets you caught up on his past week, & answers your email questions!

RESPECTING YOUR SUBMISSIVE IS A REQUIREMENT..

Dr. Jordan Stone preached on 2 Samuel 9.

Message from Hunter Hambrick on June 21, 2026

Morning Mantra: "Let kindness lead the way."  Our country and the people in it are going through a hard time right now, some worse than others.  Some can handle it better than others, but no one is exempt from this crisis.  Some are affected financially, some mentally, some spiritually, others socially.  There is a big riff and it is fueled by fear and hostility. Even some families and friendships are strained.  The economy is not great and prices are really I high.  Frankly it has affected my business too and has made me re-examine what I spend.But I refuse to let external influences change the way I treat others  And since we rarely know how badly someone might need some extra kindness right now, I just make it a habit to be kind to everyone.  If you are having a good day, share your vibes....  Smile at everyone you meet.Listen  to others with interest.Ask your loved ones if they are okay.  Let drivers merge.Pay for someone's coffee if you can afford to.Offer to go to the grocery store.Babysit for a stressed out mom (or dad).Feed up for your barn owner- or at least don't add to their burdens.Donate goods, services, or money.Lose judgement and criticism and remember we are all in this together. Treat people the way you want to be treated on your bad days.  #BeGoodToEachOther #BeHappy #BeHorsey #BeHippie #HorseHippie #MorningMantra #inspirationalQuotes

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Hello to you listening in Dundalk, Ireland! Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga. I can't get away from it. The Camino de Santiago keeps tugging at me. I remember two truths from the Camino: you will get blisters and you will get unexpected kindness from strangers. I became intimately familiar with both. As to the blisters: wear proper boots, air out your feet every two hours, keep your socks dry, watch for hot spots. But, as careful as you are you'll likely get blisters - the badge of honor on long treks - so you can trade stories and  treatment solutions with other pilgrims, like liberal applications of Vick's Vapo-Rub. Who knew? As to the gifts of kindness, they show up when most needed and least expected: a cold bottle of water, a wooden bench with free fruit and juice, directions from a villager, or encouraging words offered in a time of uncertainty or doubt. Just like magic.   Story Prompt: As you walk your life, what are a few of the ups and downs (the kindnesses and boot blisters) that have shaped your life? Write that story and share it out loud!  You're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together. AND!  Stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website during reconstruction, email me to arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as Quarter Moon Story Arts on Substack. Stories From Women Who Walk Production Team Podcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story Arts Music: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron Music ALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.  If you found this podcast episode helpful, please consider sharing and attributing it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.

This talk was given by Nikki Mirghafori on 2026.06.17 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License

Visit www.joniradio.org for more inspiration and encouragement! --------Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org. Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

SUMMARY This episode of Whistlekick Martial Arts Radio is a heartfelt tribute to the late Chuck Norris, featuring remembrances from notable martial artists who share their personal stories and the profound impact Chuck Norris had on their lives and careers. From inspiring confidence in actors to his charitable work with Kickstart Kids, the conversation highlights Norris's legacy of kindness, integrity, and his role in bringing martial arts to a wider audience.   TAKEAWAYS Chuck Norris influenced many martial artists and actors. He encouraged Don Wilson to pursue acting after kickboxing. Bill Wallace shared a memorable sparring experience with Chuck Norris. Chuck Norris was known for celebrating the successes of others. Alain Burrese emphasized living with integrity and purpose. Chris Natzke recalled a personal encounter that inspired him. Cynthia Rothrock discussed Chuck Norris's charitable efforts with Kickstart Kids. Jeff Speakman highlighted Chuck Norris's kindness towards fans. Chuck Norris's legacy continues to inspire future generations. The martial arts community remembers Chuck Norris as a national treasure.   CHAPTERS 00:00 Honoring Chuck Norris: A Retrospective Introduction 02:05 Don "The Dragon" Wilson: Confidence and Career Impact 05:24 Bill Superfoot Wallace: Sparring with a Legend 08:51 Alain Burrese: Celebrating Others and Living with Integrity 11:34 Chris Natzke: A Personal Encounter with Chuck Norris 17:56 Cynthia Rothrock: Kickstart Kids and Chuck Norris's Charitable Legacy 22:06 Jeff Speakman: The Importance of Kindness and Connection   Join our EXCLUSIVE newsletter to get notified of each episode as it comes out! Subscribe — whistlekick Martial Arts Radio  

What if the change you're hoping to see in the world starts with a single interaction?In this episode of The Almost Daily Podcast, I explore the importance of connection, optimism, self-belief, and finding commonality with others. We discuss why fitness can be a powerful springboard for personal growth, how confidence is built through trust and consistent action, and why meaningful relationships often begin with a single shared interest.I also share why I believe people are capable of creating positive change one conversation, one act of kindness, and one connection at a time. In a world that often encourages division, there is tremendous value in choosing compassion, maintaining your softness, and looking for what brings people together rather than what pushes them apart.Topics Covered:• Why connection matters• Choosing optimism and hope• Trusting yourself to navigate life• Fitness as a springboard for growth• Building confidence through action• Finding commonality with others• The value of meaningful relationships• Protecting your softness without losing it• Kindness, compassion, and human connection• Creating positive change one interaction at a time• Being intentional about who has access to your energy• Why we need each other more than we realizeThank you for listening to The Almost Daily Podcast.The world changes through people. Through conversations. Through kindness. Through connection. The opportunity to create that change exists every day, one interaction at a time.

Send us Fan MailA sober living home can be more than a roof. It can be a turning point. We sit down with Amber Miller, the founder of Angels House of Healing, to hear how she turned grief, addiction recovery, and a promise to break a generational cycle into a real transitional living community for women. Her story starts with losing her mother to alcoholism at 44, and the clarity that the deeper wound was unhealed trauma. From there, Amber shares what it took to get sober, face shame, and rebuild an identity rooted in values and integrity.We also get practical about what makes women's sober living work day to day: creating safety and trust for residents arriving from treatment, incarceration, or unsafe housing, setting clear standards, and building a culture where kindness includes boundaries and accountability. Amber explains who Angels House of Healing is for, why the program expects readiness and inner work, and how community can help someone stop living in survival mode.A standout takeaway is the focus on independence. Amber wants women leaving with two essentials: knowing their worth and gaining financial education. We talk about financial literacy, budgeting, and even using AI tools to help residents learn money skills that many of us were never taught. We also touch on the ripple effect of healing through kids, families, friendships, and the broader community, plus Amber's upcoming non-alcoholic one-year celebration and fundraiser, Raising Spirits, in La Crosse, Wisconsin.If this conversation hits home, subscribe to Kindness Matters, share the episode with someone in recovery, and leave a quick review so more people can find these stories. What part of Amber's approach to healing do you want to try first?This podcast is a proud member of the Mayday Media Network — your go-to hub for podcast creators. Whether you're just starting a podcast and need professional production support, or you already host a show and want to join a collaborative, supportive podcast network, visit maydaymedianetwork.comYou can support the show in a few different ways—by grabbing something from our merch store, picking up a copy of my book, or joining us on Buy Me a Coffee. Every bit of support helps keep the podcast going and also helps us give back to nonprofits doing good in the world.Intro music: ‘Human First' by Mike Baker – YouTube Music: https://youtu.be/wRXqkYVarGA | Podcast: Still Here, Still Trying | Website: www.mikebakerhq.com”Support the show

As part of Refugee Week 2026, we speak with A'mera Ali — a young Yazidi woman, refugee advocate, writer, and law student living in Armidale. After surviving the ISIS genocide in 2014, A'mera and 23 members of her family were captured by ISIS when she was just 10 years old. She remained in captivity for almost a year. Today, A'mera has rebuilt her life in Australia and is advocating for refugee rights, justice for survivors, and greater awareness of the Yazidi community. - Wekî beşek ji Hefteya Penaberan 2026, emê bi Amîre Elî re biaxivin - keçeke ku ji cînosayda DAIŞ rizgar bû ye, parêzvana penaberan e, nivîskar û xwendekara hiqûqê ku li Armidale dijî. Piştî cînosayda Di 2014an de bi temenê 10 salî ew û 23 kes ji malbata wê DAIŞê ew girtin. Pitî nêzîkî salekê rizgar bû, Amîre jiyana xwe li Australya ji nû ve ava dike û nuha ji bo mafên penaberan, edaleta ji bo rizgarbûyan û hişyariya li ser civaka Êzîdî parêzvaniyê dike. Îro, ew mêvana SBS Kurdiye da ku çîroka xwe bi me re pareve bike,

For years, comedy thrived on cynicism. The world was a mess, people were selfish, and anyone who believed otherwise was the punchline.But from Ted Lasso, to Paddington, to Come From Away, some of our most beloved stories are finding humor, heart, and even heroism in empathy, earnestness, and human decency.This summer, Lyric Repertory Company is producing Gutenberg! The Musical! It's a delightfully ridiculous show about two aspiring theater makers who are convinced they have created a masterpiece. They haven't, but their unwavering enthusiasm is part of what makes the show so charming.And it's not the only production in Lyric's season that seems interested in the power of human decency.

In this episode, we are breaking down five core principles of OCD recovery. To help explore this topic, I am joined by Kimberley Quinlan, an anxiety and OCD specialist practicing in Los Angeles and host of the Your Anxiety Toolkit podcast.OCD recovery is often viewed as a rigid list of steps, but it is better understood through specific attributes and ingredients that you can learn to practice and strengthen over time.Here is what you need to know about the core components of OCD recovery:1. Clarity of VisionHaving a clear picture of what you want your life to look like is a powerful predictor of success. This does not mean you must have every detail mapped out perfectly, but you need a general template of the life you want to live. Recovery is not merely the absence of intrusive thoughts or anxiety; it is about deciding what your life will look like when you choose to let those thoughts exist without letting them run the show.2. Willingness to Endure DiscomfortYou must be willing to let OCD come along for the ride. This means moving forward with your valued life plans whileexperiencing discomfort, intrusive thoughts, feelings, sensations, urges, and images. Whether you are practicing driving in your neighborhood or returning to school, you must learn to slow down and be in relation to actual physical discomfort.3. Self-Compassion and KindnessPracticing while uncomfortable is difficult, and it requires kindness toward yourself. This means eliminating the critical, negative inner dialogue that tells you that you are a failure or that you should be further along in your journey. Kindness also means physically validating your own distress, acknowledging your racing heart or somatic symptoms, and making space for them rather than fighting them.4. Attentional AwarenessAttention training is your ability to intentionally choose where to direct your focus in the midst of chaos. Intrusive thoughts feel chaotic, but you have the agency to anchor your attention to a focal point in the present moment, whether that is a sound, a physical task, or a loved one's voice. This is a muscle that you strengthen through small, repetitive daily actions.5. Focus on Response PreventionWhile exposure and response prevention (ERP) is the gold standard for treatment, the emphasis belongs heavily on response prevention. Identifying your compulsions and safety behaviors, and then slowing down or stopping them, is far more critical than seeking out the most intense exposures. Take an honest inventory of your compulsions and work consistently to reduce them.A Note on Consistency These attributes are not static personality traits, nor will they remain at a constant level every day. Some days your willingness will be low, or your self-compassion will wane. Recovery is messy, and consistency matters far more than intensity. Be gentle with yourself, allow space for humor when you catch your OCD trying to trick you, and keep making small, practical choices to move forwardFind Kim online:InstagramWebsitePodcastFor full show notes on this episode:https://theanxioustruth.com/346Send in a question or comment via text.Support The Anxious Truth: If you find the podcast helpful and want to support my work, you can buy me a coffee.   Other ways to support my work like buying a book or signing up for a low cost workshop can be found on my website.  None of this is never required, but always appreciated! Interested in doing therapy with me? For more information on working with me directly to overcome your anxiety, follow this link.Disclaimer: The Anxious Truth  is not therapy or a replacement for therapy. Listening to The Anxious Truth does not create a therapeutic relationship between you and the host or guests of the podcast. Information here is provided for psychoeducational purposes. As always, when you have questions about your own well-being, please consult your mental health and/or medical care providers. If you are having a mental health crisis, always reach out immediately for in-person help.

It's a wild claim, and Sterling Jaquith makes it anyway. After asking her email list what they're struggling with right now, she read more than 200 responses, and reading every single one she kept thinking the same thing: oh, I could help her feel so much better about that. Not because the hard things aren't real. They are. But because underneath every one of them is the same skill, the number one skill, and almost nobody is actually practicing it. This episode walks through several of the things moms wrote in about, completely anonymously, and shows you the one thing that changes how you experience all of it. WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE: Why the number one skill is noticing how you think and choosing it on purpose, until you feel the way you want to feel Older kids who've walked away from the faith, and the thoughts keeping you in pain (including the story of Sterling's own return at 23) Perfectionism, negative self-talk, and low self-image, and why "I struggle with this" is just a thought you're not doing anything about The yellow walls metaphor: paint them, or genuinely make peace with them, but stop suffering in between The messy house, ranking what's actually worth your energy, and choosing thoughts that are true and feel better Why managing your mind is the most Catholic thing of all, and why you learn it now so you can teach your kids EPISODE TIMELINE: [00:00] – The 200 emails, and the one skill underneath every problem [05:00] – "Do you have anything for teens?" Why Catholic Mom Calm is for every mom, period [10:00] – Older children who've left the faith, and choosing a thought that gives you peace [15:00] – Perfectionism and negative self-talk, the yellow walls, and the messy-house reframe [20:00] – Managing your mind like physical fitness, the "spoiled" and baby-belly stories, and the unfinished house [24:00] – The most Catholic thing: peace, playing with your thoughts, and raising a calmer generation LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED: Catholic Mom Calm (Good Mom Summer): https://catholicmomcalm.com Calm Catholic Kids (Summer of Kindness stories free now): https://catholicmomcalm.com/calm-catholic-kids-collection-3-kindness/ Catholic Finishing School (join anytime this summer if your daughter is a teenager): https://www.catholicfinishingschool.com/ France pilgrimage/trip (a few spots left): https://catholicmomcalm.com/france/ CONNECT WITH STERLING JAQUITH: Website: https://catholicmomcalm.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catholicmomcalm

Kindness. Empathy. Love. Snovalley Pride Founder Greg Jamiel points to these basic tenets as 'building blocks of humanity'. Along with connection, they are at the core of Snovalley Pride's mission and Greg's recent book, "Uni's Quest for Kindness." We invite you to tune in to our latest Radio Encompass Podcast as our host, Caley George, talks with Greg about the work of Snovalley Pride, the message of his book, and the importance of building a community where every individual feels safe, seen, and celebrated.

This lecture continues a teaching on the Book of Ruth by explaining where Ruth sits in the Christian Old Testament and in the Hebrew Scriptures. The speaker says both placements are meaningful: the Christian order links Ruth to the time of the judges and the rise of monarchy, while the Hebrew order places it among writings that reflect on life while God's people are not yet home.The sermon focuses on two perspectives: people who are on the move, like Naomi and Ruth returning from Moab, and people who are established in the land, like Boaz. These two viewpoints frame the question of how God's people should live in exile, or in a place that is not their final home.Chapter 2 is then introduced through Naomi and Ruth's poverty and vulnerability. Ruth goes out to glean grain in the harvest field, a practice supported by Old Testament law that provided for foreigners, widows, and the poor. The speaker emphasizes that this law shows God's care for those on the margins.The narrative is described as full of providential “just so happened” moments. Ruth ends up in Boaz's field, and Boaz arrives at just the right time. This leads to a discussion of God's sovereignty and providence, meaning that God has rightful rule over creation and is involved in events, even when they appear ordinary.The lecture also addresses suffering and the difficulty of understanding evil under God's rule. It says the Bible does not explain everything, but it does call for two faithful responses: lament in times of pain and gratitude in times of provision. Naomi's grief in chapter 1 is contrasted with her blessing in chapter 2.Boaz is then shown acting with unusual generosity toward Ruth. He protects her, allows her to glean, invites her to eat with his workers, and instructs his servants to leave extra grain for her. The speaker presents this as a model of kindness toward a vulnerable foreign widow.The sermon closes by connecting Boaz's actions to Jesus, who brings outsiders near. It also links the passage to the present-day reality of global displacement and encourages attention to refugees and other vulnerable people, including through World Relief Baltimore.

What does it really mean to be strong and courageous? In this episode of Youth Worker On Fire, Doug Edwards shares a powerful message about Christian courage, kindness, confidence, generosity, and leadership. Through stories from Theodore Roosevelt, Bear Grylls, Michelle Monaghan, Tony Robbins, and personal moments from his own life, Doug points us back to a biblical truth: God calls His people to stand strong, speak truth, care deeply, and trust Him with the outcome. This episode explores how simple actions can shape the people around us, offering a genuine compliment, showing respect, giving generously, staying content, standing up for others, and choosing courage even when fear is present. Doug also reflects on Joshua 1:9 and Jeremiah's calling, reminding us that God does not call us to live timid, passive lives. He puts His words in our mouths, gives us His strength, and sets us apart for good works prepared in advance. In this episode, you'll be encouraged to: • Be strong and courageous in your calling • Use your words to build people up • Practice sincere kindness and encouragement • Lead with humility, confidence, and faith • Give generously even when it feels costly • Learn contentment in the place God has you • Fight fairly for what is right without losing grace Whether you are a youth pastor, student ministry volunteer, parent, grandparent, Christian educator, or leader investing in the next generation, this episode will challenge you to become someone others can trust, follow, and depend on. God may have set you apart to encourage the overlooked, stand up for the average person, speak life into students, and lead with strength that comes from Him. Be strong. Be courageous. Be kind. _________________________________________________________________________________

This week's Tarp Find is about basketball legend Michael Jordan — and a special FaceTime call he recently made. Programming Note: Nothing is changing with Andrew's weekly interview episodes. Andrew's interview episodes will continue to be in your podcast feed every Thursday morning.

In this high-energy episode of Pursue Your Passion, host Tyler Kamerman sits down with leadership coach, consultant, and creator of the "Iowa Kind" initiative, Allie Jones. Together, they unpack a cultural and professional trap that so many of us fall into: choosing the comfort of being surface-level "nice" over the radical commitment to being truly kind. Allie shares how her journey back to the Midwest exposed a deficit - the gap between the storied "Iowa Nice," and possibility of "Iowa Kind." If you've been walking on eggshells to please people instead of stepping into the courageous honesty needed to move your business or community forward, this conversation will completely reinvent how you view communication. The real "aha" moment hits when Allie drops a truth bomb about finding clarity in your career and life goals. In a world screaming with social media notifications, endless business books, and self-proclaimed expert blueprints, we have lost the ability to get quiet enough to listen to our own instincts. Allie and Tyler challenge listeners to break free from the traditional "stay small and quiet" mindset, embrace the messy friction of real hospitality, and start tuning into their internal intuition. If you are ready to stop looking for shortcuts to contentment and finally take your next right step with bold clarity, grab your headphones and press play!   Key Takeaways Niceness is a Shortcut, Kindness is the Goal: "Nice" is a surface-level tool used to avoid discomfort and ensure immediate agreeableness. "Kindness" is the courageous, authentic work that prioritizes long-term connection and real progress over temporary comfort. Ditch the Gurus for Your Own Intuition: Stop looking for a five-step blueprint from outside influencers. Allie's ultimate advice for a mental breakthrough is to go on a 30-minute walk with absolutely zero audio inputs.  Embrace the Friction of Real Connection: True community isn't born on social media feeds. It requires stepping out of your comfort zone, inviting people into an uncleaned house, and engaging with those who don't think, look, or act exactly like you.   To connect with Allie: @alliejonesconsulting on all the socials To get in touch with Tyler: https://www.tylerkamerman.com/  

Dr. Brick Lantz of the Christian Medical and Dental Association addresses the recent decision by the Cleveland Clinic ending youth transgender procudures, as well Health and Human Services' move to protect the lives of frozen human embryos.  He also talks about a new sunscreen just approved by the FDA.  Vibrant Faith's Rick Lawrence continues talking about Jesus's kindness with us, even when we are dissappointed with Him and what He allows in our lives.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

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Netflix's Sweet Magnolias star Joanna Garcia Swisher believes kindness starts with showing up. The beloved actor, producer, director and entrepreneur returns to The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss the return of Sweet Magnolias, the power of community, and why the relationships we nurture matter more than any career milestone. Jo opens up about directing some of the series' most emotional episodes yet, the life-changing friendships she's built through decades in Hollywood, and how a simple act of being present can help people feel seen. In this positive podcast, you'll hear: The surprising difference between talent and longevity Her favorite lesson from directing Sweet Magnolias How friendship becomes more meaningful with age The healing power of community The self-care habit she swears by during long days Why "showing up" is her ultimate kindness philosophy Plus, Jo shares stories from filming Sweet Magnolias Season 5 in New York City, building her lifestyle brand Rolling Clover, and the unexpected moments that reminded her to stay grateful. JOANNA GARCIA SWISHER is a multi-hyphenate dynamo – an actress, producer and entrepreneur.  You know her as the lead in the Netflix global success SWEET MAGNOLIAS. While she's not on-camera, JoAnna is flexing as a creative powerhouse as the Founder of the popular lifestyle platform and production company ROLLING CLOVER where she interacts with her 1.1 million loyal followers on new recipes, book suggestions, decor, and entertainment.  Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: ⁠artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com⁠ Follow Jo: ⁠@jogarciaswisher Follow us: ⁠@artofkindnesspod⁠ / ⁠@robpeterpaul⁠ Support the show! (⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok⁠) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Additional music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: MZU7IMLYX3T5WFFI We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With everlasting kindness I will have mercy on you. [NKJV]

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#382: Do you find yourself stuck in the same emotional loops, beating yourself up when things don't go as planned, or folding around boundaries because the perfectionist story in your mind says you should? This week, we're exploring how real self-compassion helps you stay with yourself in uncomfortable moments without spiraling, shutting down, or reverting to old habits. I also share how dead-end thinking keeps us looping in guilt, shame, and self-abandonment, and the real mechanics of staying present with your feelings, even when life doesn't go the way you expect. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://beatrizalbina.com/382 Order your copy of End Emotional Outsourcing here: https://beatrizalbina.com/book/ Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizvictoriaalbinanp/?hl=enMentioned in this episode:Grab my book, End Emotional Outsourcing!Please support my new book, End Emotional Outsourcing, by ordering a copy and reviewing it on Amazon or GoodReads! You can leave a review even if you bought it somewhere else. Bring your screenshot to: https://beatrizalbina.com/book/ for gifts and raffle goodies. Thank you for helping this work ripple out.EEO Pre-Sale

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Leveling up, speaking your mind, and why the ability to hear no is the only superpower that matters. Scott Galloway is Professor of Marketing at NYU's Stern School of Business and a serial entrepreneur. He is the New York Times bestselling author of The Four, The Algebra of Happiness, Post Corona, Adrift: America in 100 Charts and The Algebra of Wealth. His most recent book Notes on Being a Man reached #1 on The New York Times Best Seller List.  In this episode we talk about: Why "action absorbs anxiety" and other strategies for stress and overthinking Galloway's three-pillar framework for modern masculinity How to handle criticism Fighting tech algorithms to build real-world relationships Embracing the word "no" to build resilience and success Why young people should follow their talent rather than their passion Signaling value through humor and small, daily acts of kindness Get the 10% with Dan Harris app here Sign up for Dan's free newsletter here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Additional Resources:  Prof G Pod Pivot  Join Dan, Sebene Selassie, and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18. Grab your in-person spot here, or sign up to livestream here! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris Thanks to our sponsors:  Northwest Registered Agent — LLC formation, registered agent service, and free business resources at https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/Happierfree Square –   Run your business smarter with Square. You can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/happier.  Gusto –   Try Gusto today at gusto.com/happier and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Leesa — Go to leesa.com for 25% off select mattresses, plus get an extra $50 off with promo code HAPPIER.