Podcasts about level ground

On Thursday 4 July, the UK will hold a general election, with the Labour party currently far ahead in the opinion polls. Dale Berning Sawa, a contributor to The Art Newspaper who is also commissioning editor at the online news site The Conversation, joins Ben Luke to reflect on the effects on culture of 14 years of Conservative or Conservative-led governments, and what they and the other parties are promising regarding culture in their manifestos. In Florence, Italy, the former director of the Uffizi galleries, the German Eike Schmidt, has lost the race to be mayor of the city. We speak to our correspondent in Italy, James Imam, to find out what happened. And this episode's Work of the Week is All Power to All People by Hank Willis Thomas. This huge public sculpture depicting an Afro pick with a Black Power salute is at the Glastonbury festival, in a new initiative organised by the non-profit Level Ground, and we talk to Thomas about it.Hank Willis Thomas: All Power to All People, West Holts Stage, Glastonbury Festival, until 30 June. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tamisha A. Tyler (she/her/hers) is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Theology and Culture, and Theopoetics at Bethany Theological Seminary in Richmond, Indiana. Her research interests include Theopoetics, Theology and the arts, Afrofuturism, Black popular culture, and Science Fiction. Her dissertation, Articulating Sensibilities: Methodologies in Theopoetics in Conversation with Octavia E. Butler, explores Butler's work in the Parable Series as an embodied, artistic, and theopoetic response to the theological, economic, and ecological upheaval in Butler's dystopic world. She is part of the Level Ground artist collective in Los Angeles, CA and her work can be seen in Feminism in Religion's blog, and Fuller Magazine. Her latest project explores religion in the literary world of Octavia Butler. Visit Tamisha Tyler online: https://www.tamishatyler.com/ Visit Sacred Writes: https://www.sacred-writes.org/luce-cohort-fall-2023

Episode 2 of season 6 takes us to the story to two woman who, through the love and generosity of others, have found their lives empowered and fulfilling. The kind of love and generosity you and I can have for others every day. 

Pastor Ted Jones continues the series on the book of James in Chapter 1. Pastor Ted teaches on the "paradox of trials" that we find in the scriptures and encourages us with the hope we ultimately have in Christ. Online Message Notes

Pastor Robert Castillo exposits Psalm 26. 02/18/2024

How To Make A Level Ground To Go Forward? | മുന്നോട്ടു പോകുവാനായി ദുർഘടങ്ങളെ എങ്ങനെ നിരപ്പാക്കാം? | Br.Damien Antony | Morning Glory Episode 1204

Date: 02-Jul-2023 Speaker: Ps. John palu Venue:Bethesda Church Hyderabad

This week we look at Mark 1:1-8, which introduces us to John the Baptizer, who speaks of a great leveling to come. What in our lives could use evening out?   To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here.  Here are the bible readings Sunday.

Life doesn't always go according to plan. When we're faced with a situation we don't know how to overcome, we can turn to God in prayer as we walk through them. Take a listen as Senior Pastor Marc Farnell walks us through Psalm 143 and shares five ways for us to pray from the writings of David. __ Follow for more updates from CrossRidge: https://www.instagram.com/crossridgechurch/ https://www.facebook.com/crossridgelife Subscribe to our podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crossridge-church/id713567921?mt=2 https://open.spotify.com/show/41EpGVijYCKUVNSMtbwqUn

Weekly Sunday sermons from Pastor Mike Powers and other members of our Pastoral Body. Richland Creek exists to make disciples who love God and love others. For more, visit richlandcreek.com.Main Idea: The Gospel Puts Everyone On Level Ground1. The Gospel Is Not Compatible with Partiality2. The Gospel Breaks Down the Evil of Partiality3. The Gospel Brings a Kingdom With No Partiality4. The Gospel Upends the World's Flawed Ways of Partiality

In this episode Matt welcomes gambling addiction expert, Liz Karter, to the studio. Liz's area of specialisation is gambling addiction. This includes all of its causes and consequences which she has found to be stress, depression, anxiety, relationship problems and sometimes trauma. Liz has built an excellent reputation for helping women successfully overcome gambling addiction. She also works very successfully with men, too, and helps people overcome addictions to alcohol, drugs, digital devices and love relationships, including the complexities of online dating. She established her private practice, Level Ground, in 2010 and over the years has helped hundreds of people to live happier, healthier lives. In this episode, Matt and Liz discuss the all-consuming power of gambling, how technology has made it easier than ever to gamble (and hide it) and the steps someone should take if they're wanting to quit. Here are some links discussed in our episode - and others you may find useful: Liz's WebsiteLiz's Book - Four Weeks To FreedomNHS - gambling addiction help pageDebt AdviceNational Gambling Treatment Service Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 30th, 2023.

Join us for Episode 100 of the 'Raising The Standard' podcast as I delve into the 10 Kingdom Principles that every Kingdom Driven Man must apply. Over the years I have discovered these principles, and today I'm sharing this wisdom with you.Navigating the terrain of your purpose can be challenging. There will be victories, obstacles, hills, and valleys. These 10 Kingdom principles will serve as your compass, guiding you along your journey as you seek to fulfill your mission.In this power-packed episode, I'm equipping you with 10 key rules - Not only will you hear these rules, but you will learn how to embed them in your heart and bring them into your life. We're not just talking - we're doing, creating men who live out their faith with unprecedented confidence and conviction.Each principle contains an invitation to go deeper. For each principle shared I am referencing past episodes where explored themes underpin the principle at hand. So carry these principles in your rucksack, your heart, your soul. Use them as your cheat code to success, to become the man that God is sculpting you to be.Episode 1 - Does God Want Me to be Successful?https://player.captivate.fm/episode/5fcefc55-266d-45ef-bd64-f60ed09012b2Episode 10 - Watch What You Sayhttps://player.captivate.fm/episode/8f4fb029-0bd7-4e28-a46a-1430d51aea9cEpisode 28 - How to Upgrade Your Default Operating Systemhttps://player.captivate.fm/episode/e0cdff28-85cb-41a8-93b4-6757a9a90be6Episode 90 - Get on Level Ground by Staying Neutralhttps://player.captivate.fm/episode/0fc6e4a3-bb50-4443-bbb4-332708bee97dEpisode 9 - Don't Subscribehttps://player.captivate.fm/episode/04c39369-5b65-4417-bc35-25fefb7d0dc9Episode 93 - Good or God?https://player.captivate.fm/episode/146d92a4-0db9-4352-a259-02533acc18f4Episode 16 - Cultivate Daily Discipline with 3 Keys from the Life of Jesushttps://player.captivate.fm/episode/879ec3c8-56c1-48fd-a9b4-2086b80e0642Episode 45 - Was Jesus Strong?https://player.captivate.fm/episode/0c14da20-d9f8-4f49-830f-09e3700d4059Episode 50 - Act Like an Athletehttps://player.captivate.fm/episode/f18beacb-cf09-4fb7-a4aa-d114c3c46034Episode 11 - How to Overcome the Fear of Failurehttps://player.captivate.fm/episode/2469e225-3985-419e-9385-7f480cf703d3Episode 23 -...

Series: N/AService: You Are From GodType: You Are From GodSpeaker: Scott Taylor & Tyler HallThis is the story of two men separated by society, status, roles, economics, hurt, and betrayal. What could bring them back into a harmonious, healthy relationship? One short letter in the Bible reveals the powerful truth: faith in the Lord really does move all these mountains--and more. 

In this episode, discover the power of neutral thinking and getting on level ground. Neuroscience and sports psychology can provodeinsight on the mechanics of how God works and how He relates to us. Learn the concept of neutral thinking and having a neutral mindset. What can an obscure scripture passage from Luke 6 tell us about the concept of staying neutral and getting on level ground? In this episode you will be equipped with the power of understanding neutral thinking.As kingdom-driven men, it's essential to assess your environment, avoid being driven by ups and downs, and start learning to listen by staying neutral.JOIN THE FREE EMAIL CHALLENGEUnlock The Power Of Your Full Potential with THE UNFAIR ADVANTAGE CHALLENGE: This is a FREE 11-day email training that will equip you with the tools, mindset, and strategy to BE THE MAN God created YOU to BE. Learn to Access His Presence, Purpose, Power and Promotion.https://www.standard59.com/unfairadvantageOwn THE STANDARD Today, Get the breakout Bestseller THE STANDARD, Discovering Jesus as The Standard for Masculinity on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Standard-Discovering-Jesus-Masculinity/dp/1734549300/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8 Listen to THE STANDARD on Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/B095J62CW2/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-259076&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_259076_rh_usFollow Josh on Social Mediahttps://www.instagram.com/kingdomathlete/ https://www.tiktok.com/@kingdom_athletehttps://www.facebook.com/kingdomathlete https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7YKo7liiUJ1jW6eCLVkJlQ

The current economy has seen supply chain companies pull back on key investments particularly with regards to technology. But in the big picture, are they actually hampering their chances at stability? After all, the right tech can benefit everyone from carriers to consumers in both the short and long term. Dave Brajkovich of NorthStar Digital Solutions and Dave Cox of Polaris Transportation Group, join us to share some real world application of making the tech work for you. FOR MORE INFORMATION: NORTHSTAR DIGITAL SOLUTIONS: northstardigital.solutions dbrajkovich@northstardigital.solutions POLARIS: https://www.polaristransport.com DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: http://bit.ly/ILMagApp   http://bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle  Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on Twitter:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inbound-logistics Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ILMagazine Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InboundLogistics Catch our latest videos on YouTube: www.youtube.com/inboundlogistics   Visit us at www.inboundlogistics.com

Dr. Dodd states that, “This episode is provided, intended to give hope to those who have suffered marital division, unfaithfulness, and heartache. I want to introduce to you a couple that I have known, intimately well over the last 1 ½+ years…Chad and Ashley. They are here to share, to have a conversation about, their journey of real marital pain and ultimately God's faithfulness in their healing.”

Hey…this is Dr. Dodd and I welcome you to the Dr. Dodd Podcast. In this episode, the parents of Josh Neuman will share the story of the tragic loss of their 22-year-old son, February 2022. Please allow me to introduce to you Chris and Kristin Neuman. They share who Josh was, the accident, their journey of grieving, and the “Josh Neuman Foundation.

“Listen…I'm all about supporting each other! But when does it become unhealthy? When is it too much?” In this episode, Dr. Dodd talks about the important difference between a healthy support and an unhealthy emotional crutch.

Growing up as a mixed-ethnicity "third culture kid" on multiple continents gave Dan Stringer a unique perspective on many things in life, including the Christian evangelical space. On his unexpected (and perhaps, reluctant) journey to eventually author Struggling with Evangelicalism, he began to process the complicated nature of evangelical Christianity's influence, in large part through his personal writing. What finally resulted was a book that offered readers a space for reflection in both appreciating evangelicalism's history and strengths, but also lamenting its toxic brokenness and complicity with injustice. In this second of three special narrative-style episodes, we're featuring unique stories of authors and leaders as they follow the paths through which God has led them, their long obedience resulting in outcomes they did not predict or imagine. About the Guest:Dan Stringer grew up as a third culture kid in five countries on three continents. He is a graduate of Wheaton College and Fuller Theological Seminary, ordained in the Evangelical Covenant Church, and serves as team leader for InterVarsity's Graduate and Faculty Ministries in Hawai'i. He is pastor of theological formation at Wellspring Covenant Church in Hālawa, Hawai'i. He previously was a social worker helping people obtain housing and employment. He has written for Missio Alliance, Inheritance, and Level Ground, and is a contributor to Father Factor.SPECIAL OFFER | Save 40% on Dan's book Struggling with Evangelicalism and get free US shipping when you use promo code EVN40 at checkout.About the Host:Paloma Lee is an assistant producer and project specialist at IVP. She has an M.A. in Media and Communication from Dallas Theological Seminary and a B.A. in English.Support the showFollow The Every Voice Now Podcast on Instagram and Twitter, or find out more about our show and IVP's Every Voice Now initiative at EveryVoiceNow.com.

It's one of the most common and challenging, emotional topics we encounter as mental health professionals. In some theological circles, it is often described as wrong and sinful…no matter the circumstances. This podcast is an effort by Dr. Dodd, to shed some light on the matter of being angry, it's impact on the individual, how it can affect relationships, as well as potentially… your walk with God.

Dr. Dodd states that, “One of the most common point or cause for conflict/arguments in relationships is, quite simply, when one spouse doesn't feel like their needs are important to their spouse. They complain that they don't feel any real connection to/with their spouse. Too often, it seems that we take better care of our homes, our cars, etc. than we do the needs of our spouse or our marriage.” In this episode, Dr. Dodd shares the importance of prioritizing your marriage, your spouse (including in a blended family), the reasons why it often doesn't occur, and suggestions and how to make it a reality.

A gentleman recently asked, “Dr. Dodd…at what point does personal responsibility kick in?” Another individual stated, “It seems that no one wants to answer to anyone…we are so quick to blame everything or everyone else.” In talking to still another individual on this very subject, he said… “If I allow myself to be accountable, that's going to put me in a very vulnerable position. Why should I do that? I'm very private.” In this episode, Dr. Dodd discusses the idea of being accountable…to ourselves (i.e., holding ourselves accountable), accountable to others, and ultimately accountable to God. The importance of being accountable and how to live successfully, as a result. He states, “Accountability is about living in integrity. Your thoughts, words, and actions are consistent with one another and in alignment.”

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Several recent studies have shown that almost half of Americans are lonely. Ironically, while we are more connected through social media, etc., we are experiencing loneliness at higher degrees. Feeling lonely is a normal, human experience. We've all experienced the situation of feeling alone/lonely, when you're by yourself or even in a room full of people. Feeling very disconnected from everyone or feeling like no one understands you. Join Dr. Dodd as he provides several possible factors that contribute to feeling alone and lonely, as well some very practical suggestions on how to address them.

“Hey…what's the problem? You have a guilty conscience?” “You know what you did…your conscience bothering you?” “You know what your problem is…you have no conscience at all! Nothing seems to bother you!” “I don't know what the big deal is…my conscience is clear!” In this episode, Dr. Dodd talks about a subject that has been written about, studied, and discussed for most of recorded history is…the human conscience. From the perspective of religions, various philosophers, social scientists, and psychologists, it has been defined and described in a multitude of different ways. He states that “the conscience gives us the ability to evaluate our own thoughts and desires, to discern what is right or wrong, and to distinguish between what is good and what is best. When we talk about the conscience, we are often referring to reflection about ourselves as moral persons and about our moral conduct. It is one of the ways God speaks to us.”

Waiting at a cash register, in a traffic jam, at the doctor's office, at the DMV, at the bus station/train station/airport. We wait and wait. And as we wait…there are often the expectations of immediate results, immediate gratification, and what Dr. Dodd calls a “drive-thru” mindset and attitude. This is often accompanied by a sense of entitlement…that we are entitled to be served first, to get an immediate response, to get the results…right now. Frustration, boredom, anxiety, and anger… too often occur, when an individual is told…wait. In this episode, Dr. Dodd helps the listener discover the truth of “good things happen to those who wait.” He provides helpful suggestions on how to wait successfully, as well as several of the triggers/causes for becoming impatient. Of course, he looks at what God's Word has to say, about waiting patiently.

While there are multiple types of identities (e.g., cultural, professional, ethnic and national, religious, gender, etc.) … in this episode Dr. Dodd talks about personal identity. He states, “It's the concept you develop about yourself, that evolves over the course of your life. It consists of self-definitions…in terms of your unique and idiosyncratic characteristics. Your abilities, likes and dislikes, your personality traits, and what motivates you, can contribute to your unique identity as a person.” So why is this question, “Who Am I” …so important?? It's critical in helping us make life choices. Knowing what comes from within us, from within ourselves, versus what comes from everyone else. It is vital in helping us live life authentically.

Often, we hear the words, “being in a healthy relationship.” We use the phrase as if everyone has, or should have, a good understanding as to what that means! Most are left to try and figure it out by what they saw growing up…what they want to have in their relationships and what they don't want to have. I know that I have used those words often, in many of my podcasts. So, what does it really mean to be in a healthy relationship? In this episode Dr. Dodd provides the listener with practical information about what a healthy or unhealthy relationship looks like. Join him, if you find yourself in unhealthy relationships, as he gives several suggestions on how to work toward making them healthy! The Dr. Dodd podcast is brought to you in part by Dwell Bible App. Save 30% off Dwell for life at DwellApp.io/DrDodd

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“Dr. Dodd…it just feels like my wife keeps me at arms-length, all the time. We're not connected at all. It's like she's mad at me but won't tell me why. I ask…and she just says, “I'm fine,” or simply walks away. But to be honest about it, it feels like she treats almost everybody… the same way. She won't let anyone “in” real close.” Dr. Dodd shares, “that story has been repeated in my office so many times. It's incredibly sad when that type of relationship is happening. It's painful for both individuals involved!” Join Dr. Dodd as he discusses the very common issue of emotional walls/barriers in relationships... what they are, where they come from, why do we have them, and what can be done about them. The Dr. Dodd podcast is brought to you in part by Dwell Bible App. Save 30% off Dwell for life at DwellApp.io/DrDodd

The dictionary defines stress as “physical, mental or emotional strain or tension.” It's clear that everyone can suffer from stress, while facing challenges that can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in both adults and children. How we handle it (stress) really does vary from one individual to another. Sometimes stress (defined as eustress) can help you focus and get the task accomplished. But when stress (better identified as distress) is frequent and intense, it can create significant strain on your body and make it very difficult to function. Join Dr. Dodd as he provides insight and suggestions on how to cope with stress! The Dr. Dodd podcast is brought to you in part by Dwell Bible App. Save 30% off Dwell for life at DwellApp.io/DrDodd

The world we live in is so impulsive! We will say whatever comes to mind. Take a dare. Make a decision. Get “an attitude” and then maybe, think about the consequences later. As has often been said…we act first and then think later! Listen, it is true that all of us have said or done something that we wish we hadn't. But many struggle with the fact that they are often impulsive, maybe several times a day. Acting that way, can lead to problems and regret! Join Dr. Dodd as he defines impulsivity, describes many more of the symptoms and consequences, as well as possible treatment options. He states, “Simply put, acting impulsively is typically when you act quickly, with little to no thought of the consequences. There's nothing on your mind beyond that exact moment.” The Dr. Dodd podcast is brought to you in part by Dwell Bible App. Save 30% off Dwell for life at DwellApp.io/DrDodd

It has been said that one of the most common relationship issues, that individuals face, is that of trust. Everything from, the basic form of trust to relational, emotional, physical, spiritual, and self-trust. Dr. Dodd emphasizes that trust is the single most important ingredient in every relationship. “It, trust, is the act or firm belief in an individual…based on truth, reliability, and honesty. It's having the ability to believe in the good intentions and will of another person… to meet our expectations. Trust creates an environment that feels safe, comfortable, and secure.” When your trust is broken, to any real/significant degree at all, your sense of security and safety is broken. Join Dr. Dodd as he provides several suggestions/principles on how to Rebuild Trust. The Dr. Dodd podcast is sponsored in part by Dwell Bible App. Save 30% off Dwell for Life at DwellApp.io/DrDodd

The commitment to love, honor, and cherish are words very familiar to most of us. Too often they are simply words of a ceremony. The meaning, weight, and importance of those words are often overlooked. They are actual promises/vows that spouses make to each other, for a lifetime. We say them in front of our family, friends, the preacher, each other, and God. Yet…do we really “get” the meaning of those words and apply them to our daily lives…living them out in our marriage? In this podcast, Dr. Dodd looks at each of them… to inform, to encourage, and to give practical suggestions on how to accomplish loving, honoring, and cherishing your spouse. The Dr. Dodd podcast is sponsored in part by Dwell Bible App. Save 30% off Dwell for Life at DwellApp.io/DrDodd

In this episode, Dr. Dodd “walks around” the subject of emotional immaturity. He provides guidance, help, and practical suggestions on how to change from being immature or how to navigate a relationship with the emotionally immature. He states, “The emotionally immature individual will find it hard to effectively convey or process their emotions… often appearing/presenting as being very selfish, self-centered, or distant. They often get defensive and will resort to blaming anyone/everyone but themselves…due to them rarely thinking that anything is their fault. They lack many of the emotional and social skills…leading to difficulty in relating to other adults. Their reactions are more what you might expect to see from a child…than out of an adult. The emotionally immature tend to overdramatize situations. They usually focus just on themselves. Being emotionally immature brings absolute havoc into relationships, homes, and communities.” The Dr. Dodd podcast is sponsored in part by Dwell Bible App. Save 30% off Dwell for Life at DwellApp.io/DrDodd

Conflict is just a part of life. It really is a normal part of any healthy relationship. There's simply no way that two people, are going to agree on everything! Yet…so many individuals fear conflict, they try to avoid it. Then there are others, that appear to walk through life “just looking for trouble.” We live in a very conflictual time. If you don't know how to manage, or often find yourself mismanaging conflict… you've likely discovered that it can cause great harm (e.g., trust compromised, communication suffers, distance sets in, etc.) in a relationship. Dr. Dodd states that, “It is my desire to help you learn, or be reminded of, that conflict managed in a healthy way (i.e., sensibly, efficiently, solution seeking, mutually respectful, and a scripturally sound manner) can provide real opportunity to strengthen the relationship between individuals. The Dr. Dodd podcast is sponsored in part by Dwell Bible App. Save 30% off Dwell for Life at DwellApp.io/DrDodd

Join Dr. Dodd as he looks at being defiant and oppositional, versus obedient… from both a scriptural and psychological perspective. He points out that being oppositional is “often demonstrated by getting easily annoyed, demands its own way, has feelings of resentment or anger, frequent arguments with others, deliberately annoying others, blames others for their own mistakes, and is spiteful.” He states that, “obedience is a form of social influence that involves performing an action under the orders of an authority figure.” Finally, Dr. Dodd discusses the dilemma of being defiant with God or submitting (being obedient) to His authority over our lives. The Dr. Dodd podcast is sponsored in part by Dwell Bible App. Save 30% off Dwell for Life at DwellApp.io/DrDodd

Dr. Dodd states: “I often hear the importance of being honest. I completely get it and agree! We all want to be around people that we can count on, people that are dependable, consistent, trustworthy, real, and of course…honest. But the idea of being honest with ourselves, somehow gets overlooked… really, not even thought about. The idea of doing the hard work of looking deep within ourselves and asking the hard questions regarding our dependability, trustworthiness, etc., somehow gets neglected.” In this episode, Dr. Dodd talks about the criticalness of being “gut level” honest with yourself. We've all been taught from a very early age that “honesty is the best policy.” That we should be, in all our dealings whether big or small…be honest. It's vital to be honest with others…but it's critical to be honest with yourself. The Dr. Dodd podcast is sponsored in part by Dwell Bible App. Save 30% off Dwell for Life at DwellApp.io/DrDodd

One of the most difficult and least talked about subjects today is, how to “parent” your child… who is now an adult. What a balancing act. What a challenge. The hard reality is today's young adult lives in a very different world. And the “spill over” of all this on to the family, particularly parents, cannot be overstated. Join Dr. Dodd as he provides some suggestions/guidelines on how to parent your child, who is now an adult.

A common question is, “Can you ever truly achieve emotional healing?” A very similar question is, “Can people really change?” Dr. Dodd states that, “I tell you that it is absolutely possible. It is my desire, to define what that healing “looks like and entails,” as well as provide some practical suggestions on how to achieve and maintain it. Again, to heal emotionally is always possible. With time (it's going to whatever time it takes), a genuine “want to,” the willingness to seek help, and God…it is very possible.”

We often talk about balance…keeping the right amount of air in the tires of our car, the balance needed to roller/ice skate, or the balance required to simply go up and down the stairs. But what about finding/having balance in our lives? Join Dr. Dodd, as he invites the listener to consider balance in all the different aspects of our life…everything (to name a few) from relationships, our work life, health and fitness, finance, our social life, emotional well-being, and of course…our spiritual life. He states that… “balance leads to a positive outlook, it focuses on good habits, it helps to lower stress. Being “out-of-balance” can shortchange what is important to us and diminish our overall quality of life.”

Dr. Dodd shares, "I have come to believe, that most men I know, would strive/work toward being a spiritual leader… but simply have no idea what that even means. They've never had a scripturally sound and emotionally healthy model, to teach or mentor them. Also, men may struggle with feeling very inadequate (spiritually, emotionally, mentally) to lead. There is often the fear of being not good enough, of being transparent, accountable, and vulnerable." So, being a spiritual leader…what does that even mean? In this episode, Dr. Dodd sheds light on what he has come to believe it means, to spiritually lead... as well as, what it doesn't.

In this episode, Dr. Dodd invites the listener to begin experiencing joy despite the trials, stress, and circumstances of life. He spends time distinguishing between Happiness and Joy, stating that joy is attributed to something that is very consistent and internal. Happiness is usually triggered externally…it is something that happens to us. Join Dr. Dodd as he provides several suggestions on how to have this joy despite your circumstances.

Dr. Dodd states, “By far, the most common types of fear that I encounter in clients are the fear of failing, of being inadequate, rejected, and abandoned.” Join him as he describes some of the possible causes, typical symptoms, or consequences, as well as treatment options. There is hope and help for all those who suffer with any one, or all, of these fears!

It's true that we can all experience anxiety. A certain degree of feeling anxious can even motivate us to prepare more diligently and practice more intently. However, there are so many who suffer with intense fear and distress, becoming overwhelmed and often unable to perform everyday activities…leading to the diagnosis of an anxiety disorder. In this episode, Dr. Dodd speaks especially to those individuals who find themselves daily, struggling with the condition of an anxiety disorder. He offers direction, information, and practical strategies on how navigate through this very common struggle in our society.