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How do we balance caring about the world without letting it consume us? In this episode I revisit previous Say More conversations with wellness expert Pilin Anice, the CEO of DonorsChoose, Alix Guerrier, and Dr. Dena Simmons, the founder of LiberatED to reflect further on ways we can remain informed without losing hope. Episodes revisited:The Four Pillars of Wellness with Pilin AniceAre You a Proactive Leader? Lessons from DonorsChoose CEOFreedom is a Daily Practice with Dr. Dena SimmonsFollow Tulaine on:InstagramLinkedinXProduced by Hueman Group Media.Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or Hueman Group Media. Moreover, they should be seen in the context of the time they were made. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Traveling Culturati, we're bringing you the latest in travel news, important insights on global health and safety, and a conversation about creating more meaningful and liberated travel experiences. We'll also sit down with Yalanda Comeaux of Global Health & Safety to talk about staying informed and prepared while traveling, followed by a conversation with Samuel Kendrick of Liberated Paths on the importance of exploring the world with intention, freedom, and a deeper connection to culture. Tune in for the travel updates, expert insights, and inspiration you need for your next journey. And, of course, Ja'Vonne's Travel Minute will give you another quick dose of travel inspiration and insight to take with you on your next adventure.

What does it mean to be truly free? Educator, author, and LiberatED founder Dr. Dena Simmons explores freedom as a daily practice. In today's episode we discuss the hidden rules she learned navigating predominantly white spaces, how joy fuels social change, and what educators and leaders can do to create spaces where people truly belong.Learn more about LiberatED : https://www.liberatedsel.comFollow Tulaine on:InstagramLinkedinXProduced by Hueman Group Media. Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or Hueman Group Media. Moreover, they should be seen in the context of the time they were made. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lee is joined by Greg Bottrill to discuss the state of education. Greg has some very passionate and thoughtful views on education. Lee and Greg will be delving deep into the way power structures enter the classroom.

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In this episode of Two Mics, No Masking, Katie Scott and Jenna Goldstein are joined by Shubha Bala, Media Justice advocate, to explore what parenting looks like when the goal shifts from helping children fit in to helping them be understood.Together they discuss moving beyond compliance-based parenting, building relationships through connection, and creating environments where neurodivergent children are accepted for who they are. Through an honest conversation about trust, understanding, and belonging, they explore what it means to raise children in ways that honour their individuality rather than asking them to mask it.

Isaac Getz is a business philosopher and professor at ESCP Business School, and the co-author, with Brian Carney, of Freedom, Inc., the book that gave us the idea of the liberated company and sparked a movement that included 500 organisations at its peak. We talk about why a liberated company is a philosophy rather than a blueprint, and what inner work this asks of a leader. We also cover why liberated companies tolerate tries rather than errors, why you uncover your values rather than invent them, and why none of this is laissez-faire. Resources: Freedom, Inc. book site "The rarest commodity is leadership without ego" TEDx talk by Leadership Without Ego book co-author and liberating leader Bob Davids   "Liberating leadership: How the initiative-freeing radical organizational form has been successfully adopted" seminal California Management Review article  "The liberated company theoretical concept: current issues and the intimidating complexity of organizational design" Journal of Organization Design article Related Leadermorphosis episodes: Ep. 55 with Frederic Laloux, author of Reinventing Organisations Ep. 41 with Michael Y. Lee on what the academic world is learning about decentralised organisations Ep. 12 with Karin Tenelius, co-founder of Tuff

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) What is the mind like right now? Contracted? Distracted? Collected? Liberated?

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) What is the mind like right now? Contracted? Distracted? Collected? Liberated?

(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) What is the mind like right now? Contracted? Distracted? Collected? Liberated?

GET RICH SALE 44% OFF NOWThis solo chat comes from a full body realization I had mid Pilates class with the lights off and the music loud. And once I saw it I couldn't help but wonder just how many other women are this way...We Chat:Why being a peacekeeper is actually a cage The weirdest, most subtle sign you're a truly liberated woman The unhinged thing I said in a viral interview that ended up getting CUT Saying no even when it costs you money might be the ultimate POWER moveHow I got in trouble with a random guy's girlfriend at the bar in NYCWhy you should be willing to cut people off (even family)  Why I think your romantic relationships can predict your success

In 1912, the Empire liberated Earth from the oppression of self-governance. Stretching over a century, Tales of a Liberated Earth explores the range of human reactions to occupation. Some join the occupiers; some join the opposition. Most live in a constant state of fear and hunger. Which will you choose? #colonialism #alien #scifi #audiobook

Are you living in true spiritual liberation, or are subtle compromises holding you back from God's full power and provision? Drawing from the historical return of the exile generation in Ezra and the bold truths of the New Testament, Servant Marcia exposes the dangerous overlap between worldly compromise and spiritual powerlessness. Just as King Artaxerxes released Israel with vast wealth to restore true worship in Jerusalem, God liberates believers today not just for comfort, but for total consecration. Learn how fasting, repentance, and standing firm in the authority of Jesus can dismantle every stronghold and position you for divine favor. -- God provides total liberation from sin, guilt, fear, and spiritual bondage through Jesus Christ, giving believers a fresh start and a spirit of faith. -- True freedom in Christ requires continuous separation from worldly influences and intentional maintenance of our covenant relationship with God. -- Spiritual authority over darkness and strongholds is activated through fasting, prayer, and the power of Jesus' name, which strips the enemy of all legal rights. -- Divine alignment and holiness position believers to receive God's supernatural provision, protection, and the coming wealth transfer. Scriptures for Further Study -- Ezra 7:12-26 -- Ezra 8:21-23 -- Ezra 9:1-15 -- John 8:31-36 -- Romans 6:18 -- Romans 8:1-2 -- Romans 10:8-13 -- Galatians 5:1 -- 2 Corinthians 5:17 -- 2 Timothy 1:7 -- Isaiah 41:10 -- 1 John 4:18 -- 1 Peter 5:7 -- Psalm 55:22 -- Mark 1:21-27 -- Matthew 12:28 +++++++ We have begun building a new website which you can see here: https://www.noahdays.org/

LiberatED celebrates its 400th episode! Since launching in February 2022, the podcast has featured inspiring conversations with the entrpreneurial parents and teachers who are reimagining K-12 education and building new solutions. We mark this exciting milestone and preview Season 6, featuring a rotating cast of hosts from FEE's Education Entrepreneurship Lab who will bring fresh voices and perspectives to discussions about education entrepreneurship, innovation, and choice. We also tease an upcoming school-starter series launching this fall, made possible through the support of KaiPod. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at edentrepreneur.org. Kerry's latest book, Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedom, Happiness, and Success Beyond Conventional Schooling, is available now wherever books are sold! 

Richard and Alex preview the 2026 season in Conference USA. Last year, the richest school in the league went 4-8, while a recent FCS team that looked like a disaster a few months earlier went ahead and won the league. Go figure. Here's what we're thinking about this season for:- 1:42: Kennesaw State- 6:49: Jacksonville State- 10:34: Western Kentucky- 14:16: Missouri State- 17:55: FIU- 23:36: Delaware- 28:17: Liberty- 35:56: Middle Tennessee- 38:16: New Mexico State- 43:39: Sam Houston- 49:37: Preseason honorsProducer: Anthony Vito This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

In a moment where more people than ever are feeling the weight of "the system," or even losing faith in individual self-determination, how do we reclaim agency within this system?rnrnIn Liberated Mind: A Guide to Black Clarity, author Dr. Timothy D. Goler examines how inequality becomes embedded not only in institutions but also in perceptions and the internalization of stereotypes. "For generations," Goler notes, "Black people have been taught to cope, adapt, survive. We learned to shrink in rooms that weren't built for us. To silence ourselves before speaking. To call exhaustion 'strength' and suppression 'discipline.' We mistake the weight we carry for who we are. But what if that weight was never ours to begin with?"rnrnDr. Timothy D. Goler is a nationally recognized social psychologist and educator whose work examines how people come to understand themselves under pressure. His scholarship bridges medical sociology, social psychology, and culturally grounded approaches to community life, with a particular focus on how structural racism, intergenerational strain, and life course stressors shape the mental and emotional realities of Black people. Dr. Goler is also the founder and former CEO of the HBCU Preparatory Schools Network in Cleveland; and a co-founder of PolicyBridge, a public policy think tank connecting academic insight with applied practice.

Send us Fan MailObsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can leave us caught in cycles of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that feel exhausting and difficult to escape. In this guided Bible meditation, we'll reflect on God's invitation to renew our minds, find stillness in God's presence, and gently loosen the grip of fear.Through Scripture, prayer, and compassionate reflection, we'll explore a different rhythm—one shaped not by compulsion, but by trust, peace, and God's faithful care.This meditation is part of the Bible Meditations for Mental Health series—a collection of Scripture-centered meditations created to support emotional well-being while drawing us deeper into God's presence. I invite you to explore the full series and discover the unique encouragement each meditation offers.Harkening Deer is lovingly created by Sean J Stevens on Treaty 6 Territory in Alberta, Canada. Connect with Sean J Stevens on Instagram: @harkeningdeerSupport for Harkening Deer & More Resources:Christian Meditation content & resources:LinkTree (SHARE with your friends!)Patreon (BEST way to support!)Insight Timer (FREE Christian Meditations!!)Harkening Deer | Christian Meditation More Meditation Content & Resources:Harkening Deer | Universally Inclusive MeditationAura (30-Day Guest Pass to the full app!)Other ways to support:Donate to Harkening DeerCheck out Harkening Deer on Instagram. LinkTree for more: Sean J Stevens.Harkening Deer. Christian. Meditation. Podcast.                                   ================================================================                                                                      Additional sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.comSupport the showSupport the show

In this episode of LiberatED, host Kerry McDonald speaks with Melody Rider, president of ConnectED Polk, a Florida nonprofit helping build stronger connections between education and industry. Rather than creating programs in isolation, ConnectED Polk serves as a community intermediary—bringing together K–12 schools, higher education, employers, and civic organizations to better prepare students for success after graduation. Melody shares how ConnectED Polk has reached thousands of students through career exploration events and is expanding work-based learning opportunities, including internships, apprenticeships, and other real-world experiences designed to help students discover their interests and build durable career skills. The conversation also explores ConnectED Polk's partnership with WonderHere to launch an innovative microschool inside a Title I public elementary school in Polk County, which Kerry wrote about at Forbes. They discuss the importance of helping traditional public schools innovate alongside charter and private school growth, and why durable human skills matter more than ever in an AI-driven economy. Whether you're an educator, parent, policymaker, or employer, this episode offers a compelling look at how community collaboration can create more meaningful pathways from education to employment—and better outcomes for students. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at edentrepreneur.org. Kerry's latest book, Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedom, Happiness, and Success Beyond Conventional Schooling, is available now wherever books are sold!

Set the context for a joyful, exuberant day with a short, powerful message from Sadhguru. Explore a range of subjects with Sadhguru, discover how every aspect of life can be a stepping stone, and learn to make the most of the potential that a human being embodies.  Conscious Planet: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.consciousplanet.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sadhguru App (Download): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onelink.to/sadhguru__app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Official Sadhguru Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://isha.sadhguru.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sadhguru Exclusive: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://isha.sadhguru.org/in/en/sadhguru-exclusive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Inner Engineering Link: isha.co/ieo-podcast Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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What happens when your career disappears—but your peace doesn't?In this powerful episode of Mindset Mastery Moments, Dr. Alisa Whyte sits down with Yale MBA, former aerospace engineer, and elite investor LaKiesha Tomlin to discuss the mindset behind financial freedom, career resilience, and designing a life on your own terms.After turning $20,000 into nearly $100,000—twice—LaKiesha used highly disciplined investing to fund international travel, build financial confidence, and ultimately face a sudden corporate layoff without a hint of panic. Together, they explore why traditional job security is often a comforting illusion, how calculating your "freedom numbers" creates real options, the critical importance of building wealth before you actually need it, and why boring consistency—not viral hype—is the true path to financial independence.Whether you are navigating a career transition, dreaming about financial freedom, or simply ready to stop living paycheck to paycheck emotionally, this conversation will completely challenge the way you think about money, work, and potential.Exclusive Free Resource for ListenersStart building your market confidence today with LaKiesha's step-by-step training kit:Freebie: 30 Day Beginner Trading Kit — Learn the basics of disciplined, low-stress trading that fits seamlessly into a full-time schedule.Connect with LaKiesha TomlinOfficial Website: LaKiesha SpeaksLinkedIn: Connect with LaKiesha on LinkedInInstagram: @chartconfidenceFree Beginner Tools: Get started on your financial journey at https://chartconfidence.kit.com/podcastpromoMusic Attribution & LicensingMusic Track: Licensed through SoundstripeLicense Codes: HNGFBVET33HTQAZD, X5EWRFDNZCV4IM68, FG8HNWVMXROMFZQW"True wealth isn't about buying more things; it's about buying back your time. When you own your time, a corporate layoff is no longer a crisis—it's an invitation."Send us Fan MailReady to turn your message into a profitable speaking career? Join Dr. Karim Ellis for a FREE live masterclass and discover the proven strategies to get booked, increase your influence, and build a speaking business that creates lasting impact and income. Reserve your seat today: https://thegpsspeakersacademy.com/freeclassSupport the show

When Niki Harris and her husband launched Farm School on their working farm in Northern California in 2018, they were simply looking for a better educational option for their own four children. What began as a part-time co-op quickly grew into a thriving place-based microschool serving dozens of students through multiple programs. But after nearly a decade of growth, unexpected circumstances forced Niki to make one of the hardest decisions any school founder can face: halting operations in the middle of the school year. On this episode of LiberatED, Niki shares the remarkable story of Farm School's evolution, the emotional and operational challenges of pausing a beloved microschool, and the lessons every education entrepreneur can learn from her experience. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at edentrepreneur.org. Kerry's latest book, Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedom, Happiness, and Success Beyond Conventional Schooling, is available now wherever books are sold!

In this episode of LiberatED, Kerry McDonald talks with Peter Holmstrom, Head of School at Summit School in Waco, Texas. Peter shares his journey from social work to public school teaching to leading one of the fastest-growing learner-centered schools in the state. Since becoming head of school in 2023, Peter has helped grow Summit from fewer than 50 students to nearly 140 learners, while expanding staff, facilities, and programs. He explains how Summit blends nature-based, project-driven learning with strong academic outcomes, creating an environment where children develop curiosity, confidence, and a genuine love of learning. Kerry and Peter discuss teacher burnout, school leadership, the challenges of managing rapid growth, and the impact of Texas's new Education Freedom Accounts program. Peter also shares why listening to parents, empowering staff, and focusing on joyful learning have been key ingredients in Summit's success. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at edentrepreneur.org. Kerry's latest book, Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedom, Happiness, and Success Beyond Conventional Schooling, is available now wherever books are sold!

Do you ever wake up and feel like you didn't sleep at all?Is the night just one long stretch of awareness?Feel shocked when someone tells you that you were actually snoring?This was my life for over 40 years.I lived in this bizarre state of feeling half-asleep and half-awake, and no one could tell me what was going on.No WONDER I thought my brain was completely broken.But the mystery is a mystery no longer.In this episode, I break down:What paradoxical insomnia really isWhy hypersleep happensThe two key factors that influence sleepHow to navigate this twilight stateWhy it won't last foreverOnce you understand what's actually happening, this weird sleep state becomes a whole lot less scary.Enjoy! Connect with Beth:

On this episode of LiberatED, Kerry McDonald speaks with Colleen Hroncich, policy analyst at the Cato Institute's Center for Educational Freedom, about her new report, Let 1,000 Flowers Bloom: Best Practices for Advancing Educational Freedom. With more than 70 school choice programs now operating across more than 30 states—and over a dozen states offering universal eligibility—educational freedom is expanding rapidly across the US. Colleen explains why universal access and sustainable funding are essential to creating thriving education marketplaces that serve all families. Kerry and Colleen also discuss the new federal scholarship tax credit program set to launch in 2027. The conversation turns to the growing ecosystem of education entrepreneurs building innovative schools and learning models, and why parental choice may be the most effective form of accountability in education. Whether you're a parent, educator, or policymaker, this episode offers valuable insights into the evolving landscape of educational freedom. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at edentrepreneur.org. Kerry's latest book, Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedom, Happiness, and Success Beyond Conventional Schooling, is available now wherever books are sold!

In this episode of LiberatED, Kerry McDonald talks with Katelynn Stone, founder of EverRoot Academy, a new K-8 hybrid learning community set to launch in August 2026 in Crestview, Florida. After nearly two decades working across public and private education settings—including classrooms, leadership roles, and specialized learning environments—Katelynn is now building her own learner-centered educational model. EverRoot Academy combines virtual and place-based learning, multi-age groupings, community projects, and a flexible learning week designed to meet students where they are. Katelynn shares the challenges and excitement of launching a microschool, from navigating legal and insurance requirements to developing systems and building enrollment. She also discusses how her tutoring business became a bridge to school founding, why relationships are at the heart of educational entrepreneurship, and her long-term vision for creating a globally connected learning community. Whether you're an educator considering entrepreneurship, a parent exploring alternative learning options, or simply curious about the future of education, this conversation offers an inspiring look at what it takes to build something new. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at edentrepreneur.org. Kerry's latest book, Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedom, Happiness, and Success Beyond Conventional Schooling, is available now wherever books are sold!

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On this episode of LiberatED, LaRae Hulsey tells host Kerry McDonald about her remarkable journey from enrolling her children in a Prenda microschool in rural Apache County, Arizona to launching her own program, LaRae's Learning Lab. Along the way, her family faced extraordinary challenges, including her husband's leukemia diagnosis, which required relocating for medical treatment. LaRae explains how the flexibility and personal connections of microschooling provided stability during crisis, why she eventually stepped into a leadership role herself, and how her microschool now serves a dozen students in a community where alternative education options are rapidly expanding. She also offers encouragement and practical advice for aspiring founders who may doubt their ability to start something of their own. In a conversation about resilience, purpose, and the power of personalized learning, LaRae's story highlights how education entrepreneurship often begins with a parent's desire to help their own children thrive. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at edentrepreneur.org. Kerry's latest book, Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedom, Happiness, and Success Beyond Conventional Schooling, is available now wherever books are sold!

This week on the LiberatED podcast, Kerry McDonald talks with Serena Wilkie Gifford and Kate Walker of the Birches School, a nature-based K–8 independent school in the Boston area that began in 2012 with just five students and now serves about 75 learners. Serena and Kate share the school's founding story, its progressive educational philosophy, and how nature is woven throughout the curriculum—from math lessons outdoors to history explorations in the woods. They discuss the benefits of outdoor learning for children's well-being, curiosity, and engagement, while also emphasizing strong academics, close relationships, and child-centered learning. Kerry and her guests also explore why more families are seeking alternatives to conventional schooling, the growing interest in nature-based education, and how small, mission-driven schools like Birches are creating learning environments where children thrive. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at edentrepreneur.org. Kerry's latest book, Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedom, Happiness, and Success Beyond Conventional Schooling, is available now wherever books are sold!

John Sarno made his mark in the mind-body world by challenging one powerful assumption: that chronic pain is caused by a broken body.Instead, he proposed that the brain could generate symptoms in response to a perceived threat.What if those exact same principles apply to insomnia?Well, I believe they do. In this episode, I break down how Sarno's work applies directly to sleep—and why insomnia may have far more in common with chronic pain than a sleep disorder. We'll look at three key mechanisms that keep insomnia going—and once you see them, it will completely change how you understand what's happening in your body.This episode is my small ode of gratitude to Dr. John Sarno. I hope you enjoy it! 

This week, we're joined by YA author Caroline J. Trussell to talk about what it really means to write and publish beyond the debut. The conversation explores the pressure and possibility of a second book, the realities of building a career in YA, and why mental health and representation remain central to her work. We discuss the lasting influence of books you read when you are young, the importance of writing queer and neurodivergent characters into the center of the story, and what it's like to pursue genre writing at Butler University MFA Program. Along the way, we also touch on the Iowa workshop debate, communities like Booth Literary Magazine, and how her latest novel, Liberated, embraces both strength and struggle as part of the same story.Caroline J. Trussell is the published author of ENHANCED and has served in a number of creative roles throughout her career. She has previously written for multiple publications, including Her Campus and Folio Weekly. Caroline graduated from the University of Central Florida with a major in Writing and Rhetoric and is a current Creative Writing MFA student at Butler University. She is a mental health and chronic illness warrior and hopes to inspire others through discussing these topics in her work. Caroline resides in Indianapolis and hopes to one day teach students the craft of writing herself.MFA Writers is hosted by Jared McCormack and produced by Jared McCormack, Hanamori Skoblow, and Brié Goumaz. New episodes are released every two weeks. You can find more MFA Writers at ⁠MFAwriters.com⁠.BE PART OF THE SHOW— Donate to the show at⁠ Buy Me a Coffee⁠.— Leave a rating and review on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠.— Submit an episode request. If there's a program you'd like to learn more about, contact us and we'll do our very best to find a guest who can speak to their experience.— Apply to be a guest on the show by filling out ⁠our application⁠.STAY CONNECTEDTwitter: ⁠@MFAwriterspod⁠Instagram: ⁠@MFAwriterspodcast⁠Facebook: ⁠MFA Writers⁠Email: ⁠mfawriterspodcast@gmail.com

Many of us struggle to believe that God is active in our time of need. It often feels like we're stuck in difficult cycles of sickness or hardship without any relief. However, God does promise a specific kind of help that is always available to us. This sermon will explore what that help looks like and how it is actually the greatest thing we could ever receive.

Many of us struggle to believe that God is active in our time of need. It often feels like we're stuck in difficult cycles of sickness or hardship without any relief. However, God does promise a specific kind of help that is always available to us. This sermon will explore what that help looks like and how it is actually the greatest thing we could ever receive.

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2026.05.01 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* Video of this talk is available at: https://youtube.com/live/gVM_Bq1Dsa8?feature=share. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24609/download ******* 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

This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2026.05.01 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24609/download ******* 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

Ep. 245 Start your day with clarity, not chaos. Maryann shares her REAL Morning Blueprint—a simple, no-fluff 20-minute routine to help you feel grounded, focused, and in control. Through Rooted, Empowered, Awakened, and Liberated steps, you'll build momentum, align your intentions, and lead your day with purpose. .With the rise of self-care routines circulating across various platforms, Maryann offers a simplified yet profound practice that you'll want to start your day with. Maryann breaks down each step into concise five-minute practices that activate energy, encourage gratitude, and align intentions for a more grounded and empowered lifestyle.   Resources: Freebie - A 20-minute routine for R.E.A.L. Women Join our next anthology project! Coauthor | The Liberated Woman's Movement The 200N1 Project - Ebony Nicole Smith Consulting⁠

Discover true freedom in God's presence. Learn how encountering the Holy Spirit transforms lives, making believers carriers of divine transformation, healing, and liberation.

Explore living a Spirit-filled life through surrender, partnership with the Holy Spirit, and spiritual discipline, emphasizing complete submission to God's will and promptings.

It's such an honor to talk with Patti. After 33 years of insomnia, she shares how she moved out of the struggle and left sleep rules behind.We talk candidly about the messy middle, letting go of sleep meds, and what real transformation actually looks like. Plus, Patti shares 12 powerful sleep tips that helped her along the way. If you're feeling stuck or questioning the process, this conversation will remind you — you're not alone, and this too shall pass

In this episode of LiberatED, Kerry McDonald talks with Lexi Hanson and Kayla Phipps, two "superguides" at Prenda, a national microschooling network founded in 2018 by Kelly Smith that has since served roughly 10,000 students in hundreds of tiny schools across the US. Lexi and Kayla share their journeys from traditional education settings to launching and guiding their own Prenda microschools. They discuss how the Prenda model—serving K–8 learners in small, mixed-age environments of less than a dozen students—fosters autonomy, personalized learning, and meaningful connections. The conversation explores how demand for microschools surged during the COVID-19 pandemic and why interest in these flexible learning environments continues today. As Super Guides, Lexi and Kayla mentor new microschool founders, offering feedback and support to ensure high-quality learning experiences. They also describe what a typical day looks like in a Prenda microschool, including core academic time and community-building activities that balance structure with independence. Whether you're an educator considering a new path or a parent exploring alternative education options, this episode offers inspiration and practical insights into the growing microschool movement. Their advice to prospective guides and families is simple: Just do it! *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at edentrepreneur.org. Kerry's latest book, Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedom, Happiness, and Success Beyond Conventional Schooling, is available now wherever books are sold!

In this episode of LiberatED, Kerry McDonald speaks with Frish Waller, founder of Brainforest Academy, a Montessori microschool in Florida designed to serve both neurodiverse and neurotypical learners. Frish shares her unconventional journey toward entrepreneurship—from teaching internationally to serving in the military—and how her personal experiences as a parent of a child with special needs led her to create a more inclusive, child-centered learning environment. She discusses the challenges of launching a microschool, from finding space to building enrollment, as well as the growing demand for flexible education options. The conversation highlights the power of community, the role of school choice policies in expanding access, and why microschools are becoming an increasingly attractive option for families seeking something different. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at edentrepreneur.org. Kerry's latest book, Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedom, Happiness, and Success Beyond Conventional Schooling, is available now wherever books are sold!

Mark Groves and Kylie McBeath join Reimagining Love to share the story of their relationship—the story that inspired their book, Liberated Love: Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire. In this conversation, they get vulnerable about how they moved from breaking up to fostering breakthroughs; a journey they nurtured through what they call 'a sacred pause.' In the sacred pause, they identified the patterns that blocked their ability to find authentic love so that they could build a new relationship rooted in safety and interdependence. Resources worth mentioning from the episode: Liberated Love: Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire by Mark Groves and Kylie McBeath: https://bookshop.org/p/books/liberated-love-release-codependent-patterns-and-create-the-love-you-desire-kylie-mcbeath/40bfe21a1c3c84ad?ean=9781250908957&next=t& After purchasing Liberated Love, access the PDF Workbook and free Meditation: https://markgroves.com/book Reimagining Love episode, "My Partner Wants to Take a Break. What's Next?" https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/my-partner-wants-to-take-a-break-whats-next/id1588419386?i=1000756951793 Continue the conversation with Dr. Alexandra Solomon: Ask a question! Submit your relationship challenge: https://form.jotform.com/212295995939274 Access Resources, like quizzes and courses: https://www.dralexandrasolomon.com/resources Order Dr. Alexandra's book, Love Every Day: https://bookshop.org/p/books/love-every-day-365-relational-self-awareness-practices-to-help-your-relationship-heal-grow-and-thrive-alexandra-solomon/19970421?ean=9781683736530 Cultivate connection by subscribing to Dr. Alexandra's Loving Bravely newsletter: https://newsletter.dralexandrasolomon.com/ Learn more on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.alexandra.solomon/ Learn more about the Options Transition to Independence Program which offers education, vocational, independent living, and emotional support for young adults with complex learning needs. https://www.experienceoptions.org/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When you think about how much it cost Jesus to set us free, it's hard to imagine returning to bondage. Dr. Tony Evans explains how easy it is to slip back into slavery—and how to live fully in the freedom grace provides.

When you think about how much it cost Jesus to set us free, it's hard to imagine returning to bondage. Dr. Tony Evans explains how easy it is to slip back into slavery—and how to live fully in the freedom grace provides.

Everitt and Ashworth cover Nero's first five years under Seneca and Burrus, noting how Agrippina's death liberated his artistic pursuits while paranoia drove the elimination of rivals including his wife Octavia and stoic aristocrats.

EPISODE SUMMARY Mark Groves is a human connection specialist who transformed his own painful relationship patterns into wisdom he now shares with millions. In this episode, Mark opens up about the Thanksgiving dinner betrayal that shut him down at 19, the years he spent as an emotionally unavailable guy, and the breakthrough that finally let him receive love. In this episode we dig into codependency, why chemistry fades, and what it actually takes to build a relationship where you can be fully yourself. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why a failed one-night stand taught Mark more about himself than years of relationships • The real definition of codependency and why it's not just about addiction • How to identify your "Thanksgiving dinner moment" that shaped how you love • Why the space between partners disappears and chemistry dies in long-term relationships • The question that reveals if you're being codependent in the bedroom • What "liberated love" looks like and why truth-telling is the foundation • How Mark and his wife broke up, had a closing ceremony, and came back stronger • Why your capacity to love equals your capacity to lose • The three things you can do now to get on the path toward the love you want • How parenthood changes intimacy and why the six-week clearance is misleading • What to do when you can't stop fantasizing about past flings while in a relationship More Dr. Emily:  • Shop With Emily! Explore Emily's favorite toys, pleasure accessories, bedroom essentials, and more — designed to support your pleasure and confidence. Free shipping on orders $99+ (some exclusions apply). • Join the SmartSX Membership: Access exclusive sex coaching, live expert sessions, community building, and tools to enhance your pleasure and relationships with Dr. Emily Morse. • Sex With Emily Guides: Explore pleasure, deepen connections, and enhance intimacy using these Sex With Emily downloadable guides. • The only sex book you'll ever need: Smart Sex: How to Boost Your Sex IQ and Own Your Pleasure • Want more? Visit the Sex With Emily Website • Let's get social: Instagram | X | Facebook | TikTok | Threads | YouTube • Let's text: Sign up here • Want me to slide into your email inbox? Sign Up Here for sex tips on the regular. This episode is sponsored by…  Bellesa  "EVERYONE who signs up wins a FREE toy or gift card! https://www.bboutique.co/vibe/emilymorse-podcast" Qualia Magnesium, multiplied. 10 forms for total support. Go to https://qualialife.com/SEXWITHEMILY to get 50% off and save an extra 15% with the code SEXWITHEMILY. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 3:13 - How Mark Started Sharing Vulnerable Relationship Advice  8:31 - The Thanksgiving Dinner That Changed Everything  16:00 - Finding Your "Moment" That Shapes How You Love  20:13 - What Is Codependency Really?  30:04 - Signs You're in a Codependent Pattern  33:51 - Why Couples Stop Having Sex (It's Not What You Think)  39:17 - How Parenthood Changes Your Sex Life  51:01 - Use Your Relationship to Become Everything  54:53 - Listener Question: Can't Stop Thinking About Past Flings  1:02:55 - Quickie Q&A