Podcasts about Life Lessons

What if the hardest chapters of your life were actually preparing you to lead? In this powerful conversation, Kerry Siggins opens up about her journey from battling substance abuse to becoming the CEO of a thriving employee-owned company. But this isn't just a story about business success: it's about identity, resilience, and the moment you decide your past doesn't get to define your future. We talk about leadership that starts from within, the mindset shifts that change everything, and how faith, ownership, and bold decisions can completely transform both your life and your company. If you've ever wondered how to rebuild, rise, or lead with more conviction, this episode is for you. About Kerry Kerry Siggins is a CEO, speaker, and thought leader who believes attitude is the most powerful leadership tool we have. Known for her unwavering commitment to personal accountability and optimism, Kerry starts each day with intention — choosing gratitude, resilience, and ownership no matter what challenges lie ahead. Learn more about Kerry on her website Follow Kerry on LinkedIn   If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating  and leave us a comment on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox about what you'd like us to talk about that will help you realize that at any moment, any day, you too can decide, it's your turn!  

“Send Coach John a message”I found a great reminder for me and for you and it comes from:  Jaime Boswell (@JaimeBoswell2)  “Champions Know… Our excuses aren't  special. Everyone is busy. Everyone is tired. Everyone has obstacles. The difference isn't the circumstances, it's the mindset. Winners find a way to get it done. Everyone else finds a reason why they can't. Decide which one you are.” What a powerful reminder for all of us and the person looking back at us in the mirror!  I know I have plenty of excuses … way too often and I'm trying to work on them for sure! In today's world, I think this is one of the best things we can do, is to take this mindset on!  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. ** 

What we do with ourselves, our family or friends when death comes is important to some. I don't think it is important to the ones who die but it is to those that are left behind. We need to be comfortable with the decision.

In this first installment of my coach's series, I sat down with San Diego girls basketball legend Nicole “Colie” Anderson. We discuss her days growing up and honing her skills at Memorial Gym.  Being the young sister of four older brothers and always playing with the boys helped Nicole become a great player and inspirational leader. She talks about her connection with one of the most respected and important figures in her neighborhood, coach and mentor Jose Hall. We dive into her illustrious career at La Jolla High and UCLA, she was a four year starter at both. She takes us on a journey of one of the most impressive basketball stories of passion and resilience, where she was one of 572 women trying out for the newly formed WNBA. Lastly we talk in depth about her coaching career, her role as a leader and mentor of young girls and adults. Colie is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of San Diego County girls basketball. She was also named one of the 15 greatest players at UCLA. 

Today on the Show, an Upside Down PIZZA ruined someone's night, Payton tells us about her unfortunate driving habits, Johnjay's live photos led him down a path of confusion, and MORE! Also, CARDI B-EAT SHAZAM courtesy of Nic and REVERSE THE VERSE for NEW MUSIC FRIDAY BRUNO MARS! Plus, JAKE MISPOKE so we asked you about your BRAIN STUCK TONGUE STUCK MISPOKE moments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jiu-Jitsu as a Force Multiplier Ownership, Awareness, and Leadership with Clay Cox, a Black Belt under the legendary Rickson Gracie. Host Pete Deeley opens by recounting being submitted at a well-run Phoenix tournament and promotes JiujitsuMindset.com, Submission Coffee, and the Jiujitsu Mindset Online Academy kids class before interviewing Clay, a long-time jiu-jitsu practitioner and business leader. Clay describes starting jiu-jitsu at 19, his disciplined military-family upbringing, and a tech career path from early internet work to MCI, Verizon Wireless, Google, and leading a major business unit supporting data-center infrastructure for major tech companies. They discuss how jiu-jitsu translates to business through emotional intelligence, situational awareness, timing, humility, and "ownership," plus cultivating adaptability and learning through pressure. Clay shares a memorable de-escalation incident at Universal on Christmas Eve, and a story of helping a bullied, nonverbal youth succeed in a submission-only tournament with controlled gentleness. Clay's nickname "Shamu" comes from Carlos Enrique Elias "Caique"   00:00 Welcome and Tournament Story 01:09 Meet Clay and Jiu Jitsu Impact 03:37 Tech Career Journey 06:47 Jiu Jitsu in Business 09:06 Ownership and Awareness 15:32 Learning Mindset and Resilience 22:25 Competition and Hunger 27:54 Educated Instincts for Safety 31:00 Raising Boys on the Mat 32:04 Coaches as Father Figures 33:59 Leadership and Black Belt Responsibility 34:59 Universal Bar Confrontation 43:28 Deescalation and Life Lessons 45:45 Protecting Daughters and Restraint 49:27 Jiu Jitsu Changes Lives 52:17 Tournament Breakthrough Story 54:55 Jiu Jitsu as Meditation 56:07 The Shmoo Nickname 58:20 Final Thanks and Wrap Up

“Send Coach John a message”Simple one today for sure. A reminder for all of us to just take the time, or find the time, but to MAKE the time to do something good for ourselves! This all came about from our dog yesterday. I was busy focusing on something here on my computer. He hopped out of his chair and went looking outside at our patio, which had plenty of sunshine on it. He came back to me and started staring at me. I asked him what he wanted. He kept staring at me and then little whimperings started being directed my way.  So I knew it was something important. He took me over to the doorwall and I let him out. He stopped in the sunshine on the patio and looked back at me. You see, he loves sitting in the sun in one of our chairs on the patio. But, it's still February and we have the outdoor furniture put away. But I knew exactly what he wanted. So I got one of our camping chairs out of the garage and set it up for him. He hopped up into it and I went back inside - but he kept staring at me. So, I knew he wanted me to come sit with him. I went to get one of my hoodies on, came outside and we sat out there for maybe 20 minutes or so.  WOW.. did that sunshine feel good on my face and he had a wonderful time sitting on my lap! He knew that I would like sitting out there with him too and he was totally right!! MAKE the time for yourself to get some fresh air, some sunshine and time with one of your best buddies. Or at least on your own just thinking, smiling and relaxing without your phone. Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Download our FREE Relationship toolkit: https://bit.ly/42pBf5m In this episode, we share the life lessons we had to learn the hard way after retirement and why this phase of life is not just about slowing down or enjoying endless Saturdays. We talk about why health and physical vitality must become your number one pillar after 60, how relationships and friendships determine your energy and spirit, why money gives you options but will not give you purpose, and how identity is not something you find in retirement but something you build. If you are entering retirement or already there and wondering why something still feels off, this conversation will help you rethink your values, avoid common retirement mistakes, and step fully into what we call your discovery years. #retirement_transformed #retirementcouple #retirement BUY MARK'S BOOK! The Evolving Man: Life Virtues Men Don't Talk About USEFUL FINANCIAL TOOLS https://geni.us/new_retirement Use this link for a FREE 14 Day Trial! [Get the FREE Downsizing Guide] How to prepare to downsize your home CONNECT: Engage in our Free Facebook Community ✔️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retirementtransformed ✔️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retirementtransformed ✔️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/retirementtransformed ✔️ Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/retirementtransformed ABOUT RETIREMENT TRANSFORMED Husband and wife duo, Mark & Jody Rollins, inspire and serve as personal guides to meaningful, transformational journeys for individuals who are planning for, going through or are living in retirement. This is everything in retirement beyond your financial plan. We are not financial advisors or medical experts. Any advice we give is our own and should not be taken as professional advice. This video is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Please seek professional assistance before making any financial decisions or changes that can affect your physical or mental health. FTC: Some links mentioned above may be affiliate links, which means we earn a small commission if you buy a product from the specific link. This video is not sponsored. All Content and video segments are the copyright and owned by ©Retirement Transformed and cannot be used without permission.

Send a textIn this episode of The Daily Energizer, Spencer Jones invites you to set your focus on having a stellar weekend. He explores how a perfect weekend looks different for everyone and can change depending on your week, mindset, or season of life. Spencer encourages you to define what joy, relaxation, and fulfillment mean for you and embrace a weekend that recharges and inspires you. 

Timelines may not always be under our personal control, but paying attention to daily experiences and learning from them can help overcome obstacles and feelings of inadequacy. Evaluating our current situations and making necessary adjustments, we can avoid getting stuck in the same challenges and instead work towards achieving our goals. Key takeaways Life is a history lesson that we should learn from in the present moment If we don't learn from current experiences, we're destined to repeat the same struggles Being busy doesn't equal being productive; productivity requires goal-setting and measurement Learning from daily experiences helps overcome obstacles and avoid feeling stuck We often underestimate how much we can accomplish over time Visit ConfidenceThroughHealth.com to find discounts to some of our favorite products.Follow me via All In Health and Wellness on Facebook or Instagram.Find my books on Amazon: No More Sugar Coating: Finding Your Happiness in a Crowded World and Confidence Through Health: Live the Healthy Lifestyle God DesignedProduction credit: Social Media Cowboys

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Sibling Bond: Navigating Life's Turbulence Together Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-02-27-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: En kald februar-morgen i Bergen var luften fylt med den skarpe friskheten som bare vinter kan bringe.En: A cold February morning in Bergen was filled with the sharp freshness that only winter can bring.No: Inne i Bergen Akvarium var det varmt og summet muntert av mennesker som gikk fra en utstilling til den neste.En: Inside Bergen Akvarium, it was warm and buzzing cheerfully with people moving from one exhibit to the next.No: Store tanker fulle av fantastisk liv fra dypet, pirret nysgjerrigheten til både unge og gamle.En: Large tanks full of amazing life from the deep piqued the curiosity of both young and old.No: Midt blant denne livligheten gikk Sigrid og Magnus, arm i arm.En: Amidst this liveliness walked Sigrid and Magnus, arm in arm.No: Sigrid var den eldre, hennes blikk var tankefullt, mens Magnus så rundt seg med store, lyse øyne.En: Sigrid was the older, her gaze thoughtful, while Magnus looked around with wide, bright eyes.No: "Se på den store fisken, Sigrid!En: "Look at that big fish, Sigrid!"No: " ropte han og pekte på en enorm rokke som gled rolig gjennom vannet.En: he shouted, pointing at a massive ray gliding calmly through the water.No: "Ja, den er stor, ikke sant?En: "Yes, it is big, isn't it?"No: " svarte Sigrid med et forsiktig smil.En: replied Sigrid with a cautious smile.No: Hun prøvde å holde stemmen lys, som denne vinterdagens bleke lys.En: She tried to keep her voice light, like this winter day's pale light.No: Inni seg kjente hun en tyngde hun ikke kunne riste av.En: Inside, she felt a weight she couldn't shake off.No: Foreldrenes separasjon hadde vært som en voldsom storm i deres liv.En: Their parents' separation had been like a violent storm in their lives.No: Som eldste søster, følte Sigrid et ansvar for å beskytte Magnus fra bølgene av usikkerhet.En: As the oldest sister, Sigrid felt a responsibility to protect Magnus from the waves of uncertainty.No: Men hun var selv bare en tenåring, kjempende for å forstå det nye landskapet av deres hjemmeliv.En: But she was herself only a teenager, struggling to understand the new landscape of their home life.No: Magnus var uvitende om alle detaljene, men han merket forandringen.En: Magnus was unaware of all the details, but he noticed the change.No: Nå mens han grep Sigrids hånd og trakk henne mot sjøløve-showet, spurte han plutselig: "Tror du mamma og pappa blir lykkelig sammen igjen?En: Now, as he grabbed Sigrid's hand and pulled her toward the sea lion show, he suddenly asked, "Do you think mom and dad will be happy together again?"No: "Sigrid stanset et øyeblikk.En: Sigrid stopped for a moment.No: Ordet slo ned som et isflak mot sjelen hennes.En: The word struck like an ice shard against her soul.No: Hun svelget, mens hun lette etter et svar som kunne berolige broren uten å gi falskt håp.En: She swallowed, searching for an answer that could reassure her brother without giving false hope.No: "Jeg vet ikke, Magnus," begynte hun, stemmen myk og rolig.En: "I don't know, Magnus," she began, her voice soft and calm.No: "Noen ganger, så vet ikke voksne helt hva som er best.En: "Sometimes, adults don't really know what's best.No: Men det betyr ikke at vi ikke vil være en familie.En: But that doesn't mean we won't be a family.No: Vi har alltid hverandre, sant?En: We always have each other, right?"No: "Magnus så på henne, de klare øynene hans lette etter forståelse.En: Magnus looked at her, his clear eyes seeking understanding.No: Så nikket han sakte, et lite smil dannet seg da han så på sin søster.En: Then he nodded slowly, a small smile forming as he looked at his sister.No: "Ja, vi vil alltid ha hverandre.En: "Yes, we will always have each other."No: "Showet startet, sjøløvene gled opp i luften i et sprut av vann, og de to søsknene lo sammen.En: The show started, and the sea lions soared into the air in a splash of water, and the two siblings laughed together.No: Deres latter blandet seg med lyden av barnas frydefulle rop rundt seg.En: Their laughter mingled with the joyful shouts of children around them.No: For første gang på lange dager, følte Sigrid noe av den pressende skyen lette litt.En: For the first time in many days, Sigrid felt some of the heavy cloud lift a bit.No: Hun forsto at kanskje hun ikke kunne fikse alt, men hun kunne være der for Magnus.En: She understood that maybe she couldn't fix everything, but she could be there for Magnus.No: Gjennom bølger av usikkerhet, kunne deres bånd holde dem flytende.En: Through waves of uncertainty, their bond could keep them afloat.No: Dagen i akvariet avsluttet med smil, og mens de gikk ut i den kalde, friske luften igjen, visste Sigrid at hun og Magnus kunne møte alt – så lenge de gjorde det sammen.En: The day at the aquarium ended with smiles, and as they walked out into the cold, fresh air again, Sigrid knew that she and Magnus could face anything—as long as they did it together. Vocabulary Words:freshness: friskhetenbuzzing: summetexhibit: utstillingtanks: tankerpiqued: pirretcuriosity: nysgjerrighetenliveliness: livlighetenthoughtful: tankefulltgaze: blikkmassive: enormray: rokkecautious: forsiktigpale: blekeweight: tyngdeshake off: riste avseparation: separasjonviolent: voldsomresponsibility: ansvaruncertainty: usikkerhetswallowed: svelgetreassure: beroligefalse hope: falskt håpunderstanding: forståelseclear: klarebond: båndafloat: flytendesoared: gled oppsplashes: sprutmingled: blandet segpressing: pressende

This week, DL Joel has a right old tale to tell! What a situation he found himself in!!You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners.

On January 11, 2026, my younger daughter, Mia Sarah, celebrated becoming an adult, at least according to Jewish tradition (she turned 12). This is what I told her The post 10 Life Lessons I Passed On to My Daughter on Her Bat Mitzvah – Ep 282 appeared first on The Intellectual Investor - Value Investing by Vitaliy Katsenelson.

This week Andrew welcomes longtime baseball writer Ken Davidoff back to the podcast. For 30+ years, Ken lived his childhood dream of being a sportswriter. Then, at age 50, he decided it was time for a change and stepped down from his role as a baseball columnist at the New York Post. Now, Ken is an adjunct professor and the co-author of the new book 101 Lessons From The Dugout: What Baseball & Softball Can Teach Us About The Game Of Life. This conversation is a deep dive on Ken's decision to walk away from the job he dreamed about having as a kid – and an exploration of many simple (yet powerful) life lessons Ken shares in his book. This episode is filled with important wisdom everybody needs to hear. ** Follow Andrew **Instagram: @AndrewMoses123X: @andrewhmosesSign up for e-mails to keep up with the podcast at everybodypullsthetarp.com/newsletterDISCLAIMER: This podcast is solely for educational & entertainment purposes. It is not intended to be a substitute for the advice of a physician, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional.

“Send Coach John a message”I found a fabulous post from Vala Afshar (@ValaAfshar) that reminds me to keep trying to be my best! These things that he's talking about are simple game changers for anyone who is looking to keep improving. Check this message out:  “Be humble and kind. You could be wrong. Be forgiving. You also make mistakes. Be honest. Character is a door opener. Be generous. Givers sleep better at night. Be grateful. Luck seeks the thankful. Be courageous. Fight for your happiness. Be yourself, always. You will be happier.”  Who doesn't want to be genuinely more happy? Happiness is fleeting most of the time. Joy is more permanent. But following these guidelines sure does help. I had a wonderful conversation with a waitress yesterday. She had just turned 30 and she has 3 kids. Her attitude around the entire restaurant was amazing!! I watched as she really took the time to talk to and listen with an older man that I could tell was a regular and how his face lit up with a huge smile for the connection she was showing to him. I made sure to thank her for being a positive example for all of us to learn from. I also mentioned that I recently turned 60 and that I remember how much better life got after 30 - she said she's seeing it already! These things that Vala is sharing - are part of not putting up with negative things… and she mentioned that is what she's doing more of. That is a powerful thing to get control over!!  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

We were buried under three feet of snow here in Rhode Island, and while I was sitting inside with a sinus infection and nowhere to go, I kept thinking about Charlie. Charlie was a stray. Skittish. Half-wild. She started showing up in my backyard years ago. I fed her. Gave her shelter. Eventually set up a heated bed outside. She hovered at the threshold for a long time, close enough to see the warmth, unwilling to step into it. Until something happened. In this episode, I tell the full story-how survival instincts protect us, how resistance can keep us circling the very thing we want, and how sometimes it takes a “life quake” to finally let ourselves come inside. A few episodes back we talked about preparing for storms. This one is about what happens when you're already in one. We talk about ego. Self-protection. Accepting help. The slow build of trust. And the shift from surviving alone to belonging somewhere. Because surviving keeps you alive. Belonging changes your nervous system. 3 Takeaways for you: Notice where you're hovering outside what you say you want.Where are you close to warmth but still holding back?Survival mode can look like strength.Hyper-independence and control may be old protection, not present power.Receiving care is a practice.Belonging asks you to soften and let yourself be supported. Timestamps 00:00 90-Day Growth and Transformation 08:41 Building Bond With Stray Cat 15:32 Rescuing and Caring for Charlie 18:09 Survival Amid Life's Quakes 24:25 Healing, Trust, and Survival 27:22 Finding Warmth in Resistance 33:27 Finding Hope Amidst Fear 43:09 Facing Change and Uncertainty 44:10 Embracing Change and Self-Discovery 52:08 Seeking Change, Facing Fear 55:59 Embracing Change and Belonging 01:00:59 Take Care, See You Soon

Send a text n this episode of The Daily Energizer, Spencer Jones explores the power of self-reflection and awareness by asking: What are you afraid to admit to yourself? He explains how facing the truths we often hide without judgment can spark clarity and open the door to personal growth. This episode encourages deep honesty, inner reflection, and taking steps toward living authentically and aligned with your true self. 

In this episode of The Ugandan Boy Talk Show, Pryce Teeba breaks down the creation of his new album Marinate — a project featuring Ugandan hip-hop legends includingLyrical G, The Mith, Navio, Babaluku, Spyda MC,and many others.We talk about the emotional intro where Pryce pays tribute to Rajiv, someone he was deeply close to. He also explains why he boldly states that “Hip-hop comes from Ntinda.”Chapters00:00 - Welcome to the Show: Pryce Teeba's Introduction03:08 - Pryce Teeba's Initial Thoughts and 'This or That' Segment14:56 - Growing Up in Ntinda and Dropping Out for Music23:10 - How Dustville Records Shaped Pryce Teeba's Music Career31:25 - From Dustville to Pyong Recordz: Building a New Legacy37:03 - Untold Story Behind the Deep Dozen Cypher and GNL Zamba43:27 - Pryce Teeba on Being Underrated and Industry Challenges52:59 - Exploring 'Marinate: Rajiv Tribute, Features, and Meaning01:08:33 - Critique of Ugandan Music and Pryce Teeba's Top 5 Picks01:17:01 - Pryce Teeba's Life Lessons and Recommendations for Future GuestsOther highlights include:— The meaning behind Track 3 “HipHop Mukyala” (“I cheated on you with Amapiano & Kidandali”)— The making of Antidote with Spyda MC & The Mith— His relationships in the industry and how he first met KABOO— His growth from Dustville to founding Pyong Recordz— What Marinate represents in his 20-year journeyThis is Pryce Teeba like you've NEVER heard him before — real, raw, funny, reflective, and inspirational.If you love Ugandan Hip-Hop, this episode is for YOU.Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE.#PryceTeeba#MarinateAlbum#UgandanHipHop#NtindaHipHop#RajivTribute#PyongRecordz#UgandanBoyTalkShow#BonnyKibuuka#UGMusic#TheMith#Navio#Babaluku#LyricalG#SpydaMC#Kaboo#DeepDozenCypher#GNLZamba#UgandaPodcast#AfricanHipHop#UGRapScene#HipHopMukyala#AntidoteSong#DustvilleRecords

Some of the best life lessons come from the simplest moments! Much like how today's episode was inspired by!   In today's replay episode, we are throwing it back to the summer of 2024 and chatting about the life-lessons I learned from making sourdough bread.   If you loved this episode, be sure to share this with a friend! God bless, Brianne . . . Sourdough Bread for Beginners course   Follow Brianne on Instagram- @sourdoughgirlie   Grab the Home Reset Playbook (formerly known as Hearty Homemaker Playbook). Use the code PODCAST for a discount!   Grab my new book! Homemaking with Purpose: 30-Day Devotional for the Modern Homemaker   Let's be friends!- Follow on Instagram   Worship Playlist on Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/playlist/12kOaaXMa6SF8pDw6bnORE   EMAIL US Do you have any questions or comments? Would you like us to cover a specific topic, or would you like to be a guest on the podcast? Email us at hello@heartyhomemaker.com! We look forward to hearing from you!

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Old Friends, New Beginnings: A Winter's Reconciliation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-02-26-08-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: कॉफी की ताज़गी भरी खुशबू और हल्की-हल्की सर्द हवा।En: The fresh aroma of coffee and a gentle, chilly breeze.Hi: यह सर्दियों की एक साधारण दोपहर थी।En: It was a simple winter afternoon.Hi: आराव, रिया के साथ कॉफी रोस्टरी में बैठे हुए थे।En: Aarav was sitting with Riya in the coffee roastery.Hi: आराव के मन में एक तूफान चल रहा था।En: A storm was raging in Aarav's mind.Hi: उसके सामने, कुछ ही दूरी पर, विहान बैठा था।En: A short distance away, Vihaan was sitting.Hi: विहान, उसके बचपन का दोस्त, जिसे उसने कई सालों से नहीं देखा था।En: Vihaan, his childhood friend, whom he hadn't seen in many years.Hi: बहुत कुछ अनकहा था उनके बीच।En: Much was unsaid between them.Hi: रिया ने देखा कि आराव के चेहरे पर बेचैनी साफ थी।En: Riya noticed that Aarav looked restless.Hi: उसने धीरे से आराव का हाथ पकड़ा और पूछा, "क्या बात है?"En: She gently held Aarav's hand and asked, "What's the matter?"Hi: आराव ने हल्के से मुस्कुरा कर कहा, "कुछ पुरानी बातें याद आ रही हैं।"En: Aarav smiled lightly and said, "Just remembering some old memories."Hi: तभी, विहान की नजरें आराव से मिलीं।En: At that moment, Vihaan's eyes met Aarav's.Hi: दोनों ने एक-दूसरे की तरफ ध्यान से देखा।En: They both looked at each other attentively.Hi: वो नज़रें अनगिनत बातें कह रही थीं।En: Those glances were saying countless things.Hi: आराव को लगा यह मौका खोना नहीं चाहिए।En: Aarav felt that this opportunity shouldn't be lost.Hi: वह अपने मन की उलझनों को सुलझाने का फैसला कर बैठा।En: He decided to resolve the conflicts within his mind.Hi: रिया ने अरजा का मन समझते हुए सुझाव दिया, "चलो बात करते हैं।En: Understanding Aarav's thoughts, Riya suggested, "Come on, let's talk.Hi: दोनों के बीच जो भी गलतफहमी है, उसे साफ कर लो।"En: Clear up whatever misunderstandings are between you two."Hi: आराव ने सुना और गहरी सांस ली।En: Aarav listened and took a deep breath.Hi: वो दोनों उठकर विहान के पास गए।En: The two of them got up and went to Vihaan.Hi: आराव ने बिना किसी भूमिका के सीधे कहा, "विहान, बहुत समय हो गया।En: Without any preamble, Aarav said directly, "Vihaan, it's been a long time.Hi: चलो बैठकर बात करते हैं।"En: Let's sit and talk."Hi: विहान ने पहले थोड़ी हिचकिचाहट दिखाई, लेकिन फिर उसने सहमति में सिर हिलाया।En: Vihaan hesitated a little at first, but then he nodded in agreement.Hi: तीनों बैठे, और बातें शुरू हुईं।En: The three sat down, and the conversation began.Hi: आराव ने कहा, "वो सब जो हुआ, मैं खुद को जिम्मेदार मानता हूं।En: Aarav said, "For everything that happened, I hold myself responsible.Hi: माफ करना।"En: I'm sorry."Hi: विहान कुछ देर चुप रहा, फिर बोला, "मुझे भी खेद है आराव।En: Vihaan was quiet for a moment, then he said, "I'm sorry too, Aarav.Hi: शायद हम दोनों ने दूरियां बनाने में जल्दी की।"En: Maybe we both rushed into creating distances."Hi: बातचीत के दौरान रिया ने दोनों को समर्थन दिया और उन्हें सुलह की दिशा में ले गई।En: During the conversation, Riya supported both of them and guided them towards reconciliation.Hi: सारी अनसुलझी बातें देख अब समझ आ रहा था कि अधूरी दोस्ती को फिर से एक नया मोड़ मिल सकता है।En: All unresolved matters began to make sense now, and it seemed that the incomplete friendship could take a new turn again.Hi: समाप्ति पर, तीनों के दिलों में जो बात कस गई थी, वह अब बाहर आ चुकी थी।En: By the end, what was lodged in the hearts of the three was now out in the open.Hi: आराव और विहान के बीच एक नया संवाद शुरू हुआ।En: A new dialogue began between Aarav and Vihaan.Hi: आराव ने अनुभव कर लिया था कि अपने रिश्तों को साफ और पारदर्शी रखने में ही भलाई है।En: Aarav realized that it's better to keep relationships clear and transparent.Hi: रिया ने संतोष से आराव की तरफ देखा, उसका साथ देने के लिए मुस्कुरा दी।En: Riya looked at Aarav with satisfaction, smiling to support him.Hi: तीनों के बीच एक नया सन्तुलन स्थापित हो चुका था।En: A new balance was established between the three.Hi: विहान ने चाय का एक कप उठाया और कहा, "चलो, दोस्ती फिर से शुरू करते हैं।"En: Vihaan picked up a cup of tea and said, "Let's start the friendship again."Hi: सर्दियों की उस दोपहर में, कॉफी रोस्टरी की दीवारों ने पुरानी कड़वाहट को घुलते हुए देखा।En: On that winter afternoon, the walls of the coffee roastery witnessed the old bitterness dissolving.Hi: और नई उमीदों की गंध वहां फैल गई।En: And the scent of new hopes spread there. Vocabulary Words:aroma: खुशबूgentle: हल्कीchilly: सर्दroastery: रोस्टरीraging: चल रहा थाrestless: बेचैनीglances: नज़रेंattentively: ध्यान सेopportunity: मौकाresolve: सुलझानेconflicts: उलझनोंmisunderstandings: गलतफहमीpreamble: भूमिकाhesitated: हिचकिचाहटresponsible: जिम्मेदारreconciliation: सुलहunresolved: अनसुलझीlodged: कस गई थीtransparent: पारदर्शीsatisfaction: संतोषbalance: सन्तुलनbitterness: कड़वाहटdissolving: घुलते हुएscent: गंधcrisp: ताज़गी भरीunderstanding: समझते हुएguidance: समर्थनperspective: नया मोड़clarity: साफinitiated: शुरू

“Send Coach John a message”This episode is brought to you by NBC Sports … LOL… not really, but this is where I found the inspiration for today's episode.  (@NBCSports). My thoughts on this - “Coach John Daly (@coachtosuccess) were: Love this perspective from (@miketirico) - look at his eyes as he's sharing from his heart!” The quote from the post: "Our country loves sports and it brings us together unlike anything else." Mike Tirico wraps up a HISTORIC #WinterOlympics for Team USA.  Love the emotion from Mike and reminding us that great things can happen when we get inspired to chase our dreams. He's right. Our dreams that we have are for us to start going after now, whatever age we are. Be inspired by the work, blood, sweat and tears that others give for their dreams. It's not about sports - it's about the belief in ourselves knowing that others find ways of obtaining their dreams. We can do the same. Don't let the politics swirling around put a damper on your dreams and goals. It's about the lessons that we can take from others - not just athletes, but business people, medical leaders, faith leaders, leaders from all professions and not just in our country, but from around the world. It's time for you to go after those dreams that you have in your heart and soul. The same is true for me! Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Visits with loved ones are a special time in prison. Families come from all over the state to see their loved ones for a short while, and it's one of the only opportunities incarcerated parents can connect with their kids. Uncuffed producer Fonuamana Fuahala recounts one memorable visit with his son.

Facing Fears, Letting Go,  and Breathing   What if the thing you're most afraid of… is the exact mountain you were meant to ski? Welcome back to Be a Warrior. I'm Angie Heuser — above knee amputee, equine therapy lover, skier, and someone who refuses to live life from the sidelines. And if you've been following me the past several weeks, you know we've been diving deep into the energy of the Year of the Fire Horse — a year of movement, momentum, fearless expansion, courage, and decisive action. But before the fire horse came the snake. And I can't stop thinking about that metaphor. The Year of the Snake ended February 16th — a year of shedding. And if you've ever seen a snakeskin left behind, you know it's both fascinating and a little unsettling. Snakes don't just slip out of their skin like changing clothes. They rub up against rough surfaces. They press into discomfort. Sometimes it takes extra effort around the face or certain tight spots to fully shed what no longer fits. It's not gentle. And neither is growth. When I think about amputee life — about losing a limb, whether by trauma, illness, or in my case, elective amputation after years of surgeries — there is so much shedding. Shedding fear of the unknown. Shedding anger. Shedding grief. Shedding the identity we once had. And it doesn't happen smoothly. It happens against the rough edges of life. But once the shedding is done? The new skin is ready to grow. And that's where the Fire Horse comes in. This year only happens every sixty years — the Horse combined with the element of Fire. It's bold. It's fast. It rewards courage. It exposes comfort. It does not tolerate stagnation. And if you've built your life around playing small, it's going to make you very uncomfortable. Which brings me to the ski slopes. If you follow me online, you saw we were just in Park City. I've been skiing since I was seventeen — long before amputation. But I'll tell you something honestly: there isn't a single day I clip into my ski that I don't feel fear. Even now. Especially now. Three months after my amputation in 2018, I got back on the slopes. I had already missed five years of skiing due to surgeries. I had told my husband if I didn't ski that April, I might never do it again. So I did it scared. I did it sick to my stomach. I did it unsure. And here's what skiing has taught me — lessons that mirror life perfectly. First: the person in front of you has the right of way. On the mountain, it's your responsibility to avoid the skier ahead of you. What's behind you? That's their responsibility. Isn't that life? If I constantly look behind me — at my past, my trauma, my failures — I lose balance. Literally. With one leg, if I look back, I fall. And metaphorically? Same thing. If I live looking backward, I miss the beauty and the hazards in front of me. That doesn't mean I ignore the past. I learn from it. I listen. I stay aware. But I don't let it dictate my line down the mountain. Second: you will face forks in the slope. Left might be safe. Right might be steep. Green or black diamond. Easy or challenging. Comfort or growth. The Fire Horse energy says choose courage. Choose the line that stretches you. And I had that moment on this trip — two blue runs splitting off, one steeper than the other. I heard myself say, “Just go.” So I did. I picked up speed. I carved hard. I pushed myself. And eventually, my leg gave out and I ended up on my butt. Not a dramatic crash — more of a tired surrender.   Take five and reassess your path every now and then   But here's the thing: I was proud of that fall. Because if I'm not falling occasionally, I'm not pushing hard enough. Growth requires risk. Risk requires vulnerability. And vulnerability sometimes ends with snow in your face. Warriors aren't built in comfort. They're built in the steep sections. Third: breathe. One of the biggest lessons my ski instructors taught me after amputation was breathing rhythm. As I carve down the mountain, I exhale into the turn and inhale as I rise. The mountain becomes a rhythm — breathe in, breathe out. When I hold my breath, I tense up. When I tense up, I rely too much on my upper body. When I breathe, I find flow. How often in life do we grit our teeth and forget to breathe? When we breathe through discomfort, we release tension. We think clearly. We stay grounded. Whether you're walking in a prosthetic, stepping into a hard conversation, or heading into an interview — breathe.     Finally: visualize the run. I watched Olympic skiers at the top of the mountain, eyes closed, moving their bodies as they mentally rehearsed every turn. They had already succeeded in their minds before pushing off. That's not luck. That's preparation. If you only visualize falling, you'll hesitate. If you only picture failure, you'll create it. But if you visualize walking confidently in your prosthesis… if you visualize that difficult conversation going well… if you see yourself succeeding — you are building neural pathways toward that outcome. Will you still fall sometimes? Yes. But falling isn't failure. It's feedback. The Fire Horse doesn't reward perfection. It rewards courage. It rewards action. It rewards getting uncomfortable. I came home from those mountains thinking about all of you. About the warriors who are afraid to let that bold part of themselves out because it might mean discomfort. It might mean risk. It might mean exposing the places you've been playing small. But that's where grit is forged. That's where character is polished. That's where life gets amplified.     So here's my call to action: Do the thing that scares you this week. Maybe in baby steps. Maybe messy. Maybe imperfect. But do it. If you fall, smile. Ask yourself what you just learned. Visualize the next attempt. Breathe. Adjust your line. And go again. Stop waiting for the perfect mood, the perfect date, the perfect version of yourself. The mountain is here. YOUR mountain! Embrace it, charge forward! The Fire Horse energy is here. And you, warrior, are more capable than you think. Have a be-YOU-tiful week ahead and as always, Be healthy. Be happy. Be YOU!!!   Much love, What’s your “mountain”?

Whether you're a runner, someone tackling a big goal, or just trying to figure out what it means to keep going, I think you'll find something here to encourage you. Let's get started.Welcome back to Spirit of EQ! I'm your host, Eric Pennington, and I'm excited to invite you into a powerful episode that goes deep into the emotional journey behind running a marathon—and the life lessons we can pull from it.I'm joined once again by my good friend and guest, J.A. Dava, who many of you might remember from his incredible insights on sales during his last visit. Today, though, we're shifting from business to the marathon course, and trust me, the parallels to life are striking.J.A. is a multi-marathon runner, and in our conversation, he opens up about his life-altering heart attack, what it really feels like to hit “the wall” at mile 22, and how the support of others—sometimes even complete strangers—makes all the difference.We talk honestly about the tough moments, the battles with ego, those humbling setbacks, and what it means to rely on community.I share my own observations—like watching my son-in-law run his first marathon and reflecting on how life sometimes feels exactly like those endurance miles: full of hope early on, then testing you when you least expect it. We cover the importance of rest, the power of discipline over motivation, and why your “why” matters for whatever marathon you're running—on the road, or just in everyday life.Moments00:00 "Life-Saving Health Wake-Up Call"06:54 "Marathon Missteps: Food & Hydration"13:24 "Reflections on Marathons and Life"17:23 "Mile 13: Keep Going"21:09 Running Without Proper Training31:21 Marathon Reflections and Achievement32:20 "Persistence and Emotional Triumph"42:14 Empathy Struggles and Growth48:00 Success Requires Support & Preparation49:23 "What Do I Really Want?"57:28 "Prioritization Over Training Costs Result"01:00:42 "Walking Away and Reflecting"01:07:12 "Overcoming the Fear of Starting"01:14:48 What's It Take to Be You?01:18:20 "Evaluate Your Inner Circle"Here are 3 takeaways you can apply to your journey—whether you're chasing fitness goals or professional ones:

Send a textIn this episode of The Daily Energizer, Spencer Jones invites you to slow down and reflect on a simple but powerful question: What are you rushing through right now? From meals to conversations to moments in life, we often move too quickly and miss the present. Spencer guides you to notice where you're rushing, raise awareness, and create space to fully experience life. This episode is a gentle reminder to pause, be present, and savor the moments that truly matter.

What does it take to build a global design firm from scratch and then walk away from it at the top of your game? Mia Feasey did exactly that. She launched her international design business at just 24 years old, scaled it across borders, and made the bold decision to exit at 45, not because she had to, but because she chose to. In this episode, Christina's special guest Mia gets refreshingly real about what it actually took: the risks she took before she felt ready, the moments she almost played it safe, and why authenticity became her most powerful business strategy. If you've ever wondered what's waiting for you on the other side of a big leap, or if you're quietly dreaming of your own next chapter, this conversation will light a fire under you. About Mia Mia Feasey is the founder of Siren Design Group, a global design consultancy she built from a single Sydney studio into an international powerhouse with clients like Amazon, Google, Chanel, and Balenciaga. Guided by a people-first philosophy and a refusal to fear failure, she grew the firm over 20 years before making the bold decision to hand over the reins and walk away. Now based in Queenstown, New Zealand, Mia is channeling the same creativity and courage that built her business into redesigning her life — slowing down, reconnecting with her family, and figuring out what truly makes her heart sing. Follow Mia on LinkedIn  If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating  and leave us a comment on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox about what you'd like us to talk about that will help you realize that at any moment, any day, you too can decide, it's your turn!  

“Send Coach John a message”I found this post from Greg Berge (@GregBerge) where he shared this clip from American Freestyle skier, Eileen Gu. Greg's intro was this:  “This is a Mindset MUST-watch. Bookmark and share.  We can become exactly who we want to become. We can control our thoughts.”  It was such a breath of fresh air starting out with a sincere question from the reporter, whose name was Charlotte, and you can tell there is a bit more of humor coming from other reporters as to the down to earth way of asking it. The answer that Eileen gave - total brilliance!  These were my thoughts as I shared this post:  “Love this!! I've been thinking a lot lately of how my 8 year old little self would be proud of me today! (Also remembering he's still a part of me) I'm also thinking about how my future self would be grateful for the things I'm doing & thinking today!” You can tell by how fast she talks, that she has a lot going on in her head and / or she's simply full of passion for what she does in life. I think that's really cool that she explained a little bit of what is going on inside her head and what we can learn about it. Outstanding clip here and I'm glad I found it as I think the value from this is simply tremendous.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Finding Voice at the Anne Frank Huis: A Journey of Respect Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-02-24-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De lucht was helder maar koud toen de klas van Bram, Sanne en Daan zich verzamelde voor het Anne Frank Huis in Amsterdam.En: The sky was clear but cold when the class of Bram, Sanne, and Daan gathered in front of the Anne Frank Huis in Amsterdam.Nl: De winterlucht prikkelde hun wangen terwijl ze opgetogen door de straten liepen.En: The winter air tingled their cheeks as they cheerfully walked through the streets.Nl: Het was een schoolreisje vol beloftes en ontdekkingen, een kans om geschiedenis van dichtbij te ervaren.En: It was a school trip full of promises and discoveries, a chance to experience history up close.Nl: Binnen in het Huis was het stil en bedompt.En: Inside the house, it was quiet and stuffy.Nl: De leraar herhaalde regels: "Fluister en toon respect."En: The teacher repeated the rules: "Whisper and show respect."Nl: De klas bewoog langzaam door de kleine kamers.En: The class moved slowly through the small rooms.Nl: Foto's van Anne en haar familie hingen aan de wanden, stille getuigen van een verleden dat tot leven kwam in de gedachten van de bezoekers.En: Photos of Anne and her family hung on the walls, silent witnesses of a past that came to life in the visitors' minds.Nl: Bram haalde diep adem.En: Bram took a deep breath.Nl: Hij had veel gelezen over de Tweede Wereldoorlog en Anne's dagboek.En: He had read a lot about the Second World War and Anne's diary.Nl: Hij wilde alles opzuigen, elke detail.En: He wanted to absorb everything, every detail.Nl: Maar Daan liep voorop, zijn luide grappen doorbraken de stilte.En: But Daan walked ahead, his loud jokes breaking the silence.Nl: "Kijk daar," zei Daan terwijl hij op een schilderij wees.En: “Look there,” said Daan as he pointed at a painting.Nl: "Zou Anne haar kamer roze hebben willen schilderen?" Een paar klasgenoten gniffelden.En: “Would Anne have wanted to paint her room pink?” A few classmates chuckled.Nl: Sanne probeerde Daan tot stilte te manen.En: Sanne tried to hush Daan.Nl: "Kom op, Daan. We zijn hier om te leren."En: "Come on, Daan. We're here to learn."Nl: Maar hij haalde zijn schouders op.En: But he shrugged.Nl: Bram balde zijn vuisten en fronsde.En: Bram clenched his fists and frowned.Nl: Hij wilde de geschiedenis begrijpen, niet verstoord worden.En: He wanted to understand the history, not be disturbed.Nl: Bij het Achterhuis, waar Anne ondergedoken zat, voelde Bram emoties opborrelen.En: At the Achterhuis, where Anne was in hiding, Bram felt emotions bubbling up inside him.Nl: Hier had ze geschreven, gedroomd.En: Here she had written, dreamed.Nl: Boosheid maakte plaats voor vastberadenheid.En: Anger made way for determination.Nl: Terwijl de groep stil stond voor het originele dagboek, wist Bram dat hij iets moest zeggen.En: As the group stood silently in front of the original diary, Bram knew he needed to say something.Nl: Hij keek naar zijn klasgenoten, zijn mond droog.En: He looked at his classmates, his mouth dry.Nl: "Weet je," begon hij zacht, "Anne's woorden inspireerden de wereld, zelfs nadat ze niet meer kon spreken.En: "You know," he began softly, " Anne's words inspired the world, even after she could no longer speak.Nl: Ze had een stem, zelfs in stilte.En: She had a voice, even in silence.Nl: " Zijn ogen ontmoetten die van Daan.En: " His eyes met Daan's.Nl: "Misschien kunnen wij ook leren luisteren, en respect tonen zoals zij zou willen."En: "Maybe we can also learn to listen and show the respect she would have wanted."Nl: De sfeer veranderde.En: The atmosphere changed.Nl: Daan keek naar de vloer, zijn schouders iets verzakkend terwijl hij besefte dat Bram gelijk had.En: Daan looked at the floor, his shoulders slightly slumping as he realized Bram was right.Nl: Er viel een stilte.En: A silence fell.Nl: Maar deze keer was het eerbiedig.En: But this time, it was reverent.Nl: Sanne glimlachte naar Bram, dankbaar voor zijn moed.En: Sanne smiled at Bram, grateful for his courage.Nl: Naarmate de rondleiding eindigde, besefte Bram dat hij meer had bereikt dan alleen respect voor de geschiedenis.En: As the tour ended, Bram realized he had gained more than just respect for the history.Nl: Hij had zijn eigen stem gevonden.En: He had found his own voice.Nl: Terug in hun bus, naast Daan, voelden ze beiden een nieuwe band.En: Back on their bus, next to Daan, they both felt a new bond.Nl: Hun verschillen hadden hen meer naar elkaar toegebracht.En: Their differences had brought them closer together.Nl: Het was een les, groter dan elke grap.En: It was a lesson, bigger than any joke.Nl: De wereld was rijk aan verhalen zoals die van Anne, en Bram begreep dat ook zijn verhaal belangrijk was.En: The world was rich with stories like Anne's, and Bram understood that his story, too, was important.Nl: En met die gedachte ging hij de toekomst met meer vertrouwen tegemoet.En: And with that thought, he faced the future with more confidence. Vocabulary Words:gathered: verzameldetingled: prikkeldecheerfully: opgetogenstuffy: bedomptwitnesses: getuigenabsorb: opzuigenshrugged: haalde zijn schouders opclenched: baldefrowned: fronsdedetermination: vastberadenheidbubbling: opborrelenreverent: eerbiediggrateful: dankbaarcourage: moedbond: bandslumping: verzakkendrealized: besefterespect: respectdiscoveries: ontdekkingenexperience: ervarensilence: stiltepointed: weesgesture: gebaarchuckled: gniffeldenhiding: ondergedokenoriginal: origineleemotions: emotiesdetermination: vastberadenheidtour: rondleidingconfidence: vertrouwen

Send a textIn this episode of The Daily Energizer, Spencer Jones invites you to pause and reflect: What feels heavy right now? He guides you to explore the weight you may be carrying—whether big or small without judgment. By becoming aware of what's weighing on your heart, mind, or body, you can begin to release it and create more clarity, ease, and balance in your life. This episode is a mindful check-in to help you notice, process, and lighten your load. 

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Embracing the Slow Beauty of the Costa d'Amalfi Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-02-24-23-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Luca guardava fuori dalla finestra.En: Luca looked out the window.It: Il cielo sopra la Costa d'Amalfi era brillante e blu.En: The sky above the Costa d'Amalfi was bright and blue.It: Ma lui non poteva camminare tra quei panorami splendidi.En: But he couldn't walk among those splendid views.It: Una gamba ingessata lo teneva incollato alla poltrona in salotto.En: A leg in a cast kept him glued to the armchair in the living room.It: Ogni giorno vedeva i suoi colleghi, Giulia e Marco, partire per le escursioni.En: Every day he saw his colleagues, Giulia and Marco, set off for hikes.It: Sognava di unirsi a loro.En: He dreamed of joining them.It: Era inverno, e l'aria era fresca.En: It was winter, and the air was fresh.It: Pochi turisti visitavano la costa in quella stagione, lasciando spazio alla tranquillità.En: Few tourists visited the coast in that season, leaving space for tranquility.It: Luca amava quei mesi, quando le strade erano silenziose e si sentiva l'odore dolce dei limoni maturi.En: Luca loved those months when the streets were silent and the sweet smell of ripe lemons could be felt.It: "Devi riposare," gli diceva il dottore.En: "You need to rest," the doctor told him.It: "Se non rispetti i tempi, il tuo recupero sarà più lungo."En: "If you don't respect the timing, your recovery will be longer."It: Ma la fretta divorava Luca.En: But haste consumed Luca.It: Finalmente, un giorno, propose un'idea a Giulia e Marco.En: Finally, one day, he proposed an idea to Giulia and Marco.It: "Portatemi con voi per una breve passeggiata.En: "Take me with you for a short walk.It: Solo un piccolo percorso," suggerì con entusiasmo.En: Just a little path," he suggested enthusiastically.It: Giulia alzò un sopracciglio dubbioso.En: Giulia raised a doubtful eyebrow.It: "Sei sicuro, Luca?En: "Are you sure, Luca?It: Non vogliamo che peggiori."En: We don't want you to make it worse."It: "Farò attenzione," insistette Luca.En: "I'll be careful," insisted Luca.It: Alla fine, i due amici acconsentirono.En: In the end, the two friends agreed.It: Scelsero un sentiero sicuro e facile, lungo il mare.En: They chose a safe and easy trail along the sea.It: I tre partirono insieme.En: The three set off together.It: Luca camminava lentamente, concentrato.En: Luca walked slowly, focused.It: Sentiva i passi sull'erba umida e guardava l'orizzonte, dove il mare azzurro incontrava le scogliere.En: He felt the steps on the damp grass and looked at the horizon, where the blue sea met the cliffs.It: Passo dopo passo, Luca guadagnava sicurezza.En: Step by step, Luca gained confidence.It: Scoprì che la lentezza aveva il suo fascino.En: He discovered that slowness had its charm.It: Poteva notare ogni dettaglio: una nuvola solitaria nel cielo, una barca che ondeggiava lontano.En: He could notice every detail: a solitary cloud in the sky, a boat rocking in the distance.It: Raggiunsero un piccolo belvedere.En: They reached a small viewpoint.It: Giulia sorrise, appoggiando una mano sulla spalla di Luca.En: Giulia smiled, placing a hand on Luca's shoulder.It: "Abbiamo fatto bene a venire."En: "We made the right decision to come."It: Luca osservò il panorama e si sentì vivo.En: Luca observed the scenery and felt alive.It: Sapeva di dover ancora riposare e avere pazienza.En: He knew he still had to rest and be patient.It: Ma ora era sicuro.En: But now he was sure.It: Sarebbe tornato a guidare i turisti lungo quei sentieri meravigliosi.En: He would return to guiding tourists along those wonderful paths.It: Mentre tornavano indietro, il sole tramontava, tingeva il cielo di rosa e arancione.En: As they returned, the sun set, painting the sky pink and orange.It: Luca provava un senso di pace.En: Luca felt a sense of peace.It: Aveva imparato che, a volte, fermarsi significava vedere di più.En: He had learned that sometimes stopping meant seeing more.It: E così, abbracciando la bellezza lenta della Costa d'Amalfi, Luca era pronto per il suo lento ritorno.En: And so, embracing the slow beauty of the Costa d'Amalfi, Luca was ready for his slow return.It: Il cuore leggero come il vento d'inverno che soffiava tra i limoni.En: His heart was as light as the winter wind blowing among the lemons. Vocabulary Words:the view: il panoramathe cast: il gessothe armchair: la poltronawinter: l'invernothe dream: il sognothe tranquility: la tranquillitàthe doctor: il dottorethe scout: il sentierothe path: il percorsothe colleague: il collega / la collegaenthusiasm: l'entusiasmothe cloud: la nuvolathe horizon: l'orizzonteslowness: la lentezzathe step: il passothe confidence: la sicurezzathe shoulder: la spallathe scenery: il paesaggioto recover: recuperarethe hike: l'escursioneto propose: proporreto gain: guadagnarethe boat: la barcato discover: scopriresolitary: solitario/ato observe: osservareto trust: fidarsito consent: acconsentireto notice: notarethe peace: la pace

Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? Savia Rocks opens season seven of the Us People Podcast with reflections on legacy, peeling away cultural conditioning and trauma, listening, and making choices that serve what matters. She interviews  Nuttha Goutier co-founder and CEO of Sabai Thai Spa, who shares growing up in a small village in Thailand with no running water or electricity where community support, joy in hard work, and living in the moment shaped her values. Nuttha describes immigrating to Canada over 25 years ago, overcoming setbacks, doubt, depression, and personal losses by acknowledging the past, letting go, and focusing on present choices, defining herself by resilience. She explains her purpose for building spas as creating a welcoming, belonging “home” experience, promoting self-care as a routine, supporting local communities, and planting a tree for every massage, with success defined by people's happiness and community impact. She outlines her daily routine (early wake-up, meditation, exercise, preparing four kids for school, and choosing gratitude), discusses wellness as preventive care for mind, body, and spirit, and argues that caring for yourself leads to kindness toward others.  Nuttha Goutier speaks about avoiding judgment through respect and acceptance, concerns about technology's impact on younger generations, and suggests more nature, meditation, and yoga in schools. 00:00 Welcome to Yes People Podcast01:24 Meet  Nuttha Goutier02:23 Growing Up in Thailand03:22 Finding Joy in Hard Work05:14 Life as a Journey05:44 Building Through Belief06:31 Self Care and Balance07:15 Looking in the Mirror08:23 Overcoming Life's Challenges10:53 The Power of Resilience11:26 Dealing with Trauma12:37 Letting Go of the Past13:53 Finding Your Purpose15:15 Creating Meaningful Impact17:12 Why Start a Spa Business17:37 Everyone Has a Gift18:14 Defining Success19:36 The Sabai Spa Experience21:12 A Day in the Life22:43 Morning Routine and Mindset23:18 Choosing Your Emotions24:32 Embracing Imperfection25:46 Understanding Wellness and Wellbeing26:45 Wellbeing and Self Care27:23 Preventative Health Philosophy28:16 Body as Vehicle30:05 Judgment and Respect32:05 Technology and Modern Generation34:55 Life Lessons and Quotes36:00 Carrying with Your Heart37:40 Three Ps of Success38:32 Best Advice from Dad39:58 Choices Equal Results41:31 Living Each Day Fully43:03 Forest Meditation Practice44:20 Meditation Journey and Growth45:36 Mental Health and Awareness46:48 Connect and Find Out More47:57 Final Words and GratitudeWebsite: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nutthagoutier/Website: https://www.instagram.com/nutthagoutier/Website: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573378331497&ref=pro_upsell_xav_ig_profile_page_web#Website: https://sabaithai.com/Thank you so much Nuttha Goutier for reminding us that the beauty of kindly has always lied within us - Savia RocksSupport the show

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: When Curiosity Crosses the Line: A Thrilling Aquarium Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-02-24-23-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: Las aguas azules del acuario brillaban con luces suaves, reflejadas en los rostros alegres de los visitantes.En: The blue waters of the aquarium glowed with soft lights, reflected in the joyful faces of the visitors.Es: En el Aquario Arrecife de Coral, el invierno del hemisferio sur traía un aire fresco que contrastaba con la calidez siciliana de la gran pecera central.En: At the Aquario Arrecife de Coral, the winter of the southern hemisphere brought a fresh air that contrasted with the Sicilian warmth of the large central fish tank.Es: Limpias cada esquina, las paredes cristalinas mostraban un mundo vivo, rebosante de peces de colores y corales florecientes.En: Cleaned in every corner, the crystal-clear walls displayed a living world, brimming with colorful fish and blooming corals.Es: Todo estaba envuelto por el eco de los delfines, que rebotaba alegremente en el ambiente.En: Everything was enveloped by the echo of dolphins, which bounced joyfully around the environment.Es: En medio de la multitud, Luz, una mujer curiosa y aventurera, exploraba con emoción.En: Amidst the crowd, Luz, a curious and adventurous woman, explored with excitement.Es: Luz iba acompañada de sus amigos Marcos e Isabel, quienes compartían su fascinación por los animales marinos.En: Luz was accompanied by her friends Marcos and Isabel, who shared her fascination for marine animals.Es: Sin embargo, Luz quería más.En: However, Luz wanted more.Es: Quería impresionar, mostrar su carácter valiente y acercarse a las criaturas que admiraba.En: She wanted to impress, to show her brave character and get closer to the creatures she admired.Es: Mientras recorrían el pasillo del acuario, Luz vio a un hombre vestido con un uniforme azul.En: As they walked through the aquarium corridor, Luz saw a man dressed in a blue uniform.Es: Él hablaba con un grupo de turistas cerca del estanque de los delfines.En: He was talking to a group of tourists near the dolphin pond.Es: Luz, en su entusiasmo, asumió que era un entrenador de delfines.En: Luz, in her enthusiasm, assumed he was a dolphin trainer.Es: Quería que sus amigos la vieran como alguien audaz, capaz de una aventura única.En: She wanted her friends to see her as someone bold, capable of a unique adventure.Es: "Tengo una idea", susurró Luz emocionada.En: "I have an idea," Luz whispered excitedly.Es: "¡Esperen aquí!"En: "Wait here!"Es: Con determinación, Luz se acercó disimuladamente al acuaterrario.En: With determination, Luz discreetly approached the aquaterrarium.Es: El hombre del uniforme estaba de espaldas, ocupado explicando a los visitantes las maravillas del arrecife.En: The man in the uniform had his back turned, busy explaining to the visitors the wonders of the reef.Es: Luz vio eso como una oportunidad.En: Luz saw this as an opportunity.Es: Actuando con rapidez, subió la barandilla y comenzó a cruzar.En: Acting quickly, she climbed over the railing and began to cross.Es: Marcos e Isabel la miraban, entre preocupados y sorprendidos, viendo su figura eclipsada por la luz de neón del agua.En: Marcos and Isabel watched her, both worried and surprised, seeing her figure eclipsed by the neon light of the water.Es: Al otro lado, al borde del estanque, Luz sintió una mezcla de triunfo y nerviosismo.En: On the other side, at the edge of the pond, Luz felt a mix of triumph and nervousness.Es: Pero su momento de euforia fue interrumpido por un fuerte grito a sus espaldas.En: But her moment of euphoria was interrupted by a loud shout behind her.Es: "¡Alto!En: "Stop!Es: ¡No puedes estar ahí!En: You can't be there!"Es: ", exclamó el trabajador, con una mezcla de sorpresa y urgencia.En: exclaimed the worker, with a mix of surprise and urgency.Es: Luz se detuvo, su corazón latiendo fuerte.En: Luz stopped, her heart beating fast.Es: En ese instante, se dio cuenta de su error.En: At that moment, she realized her mistake.Es: Había malinterpretado la situación.En: She had misinterpreted the situation.Es: El hombre no era un entrenador de delfines, sino un encargado de mantenimiento.En: The man was not a dolphin trainer, but a maintenance manager.Es: El caos momentáneo atrajo la atención de los alrededores, provocando susurros y miradas curiosas.En: The momentary chaos attracted the attention of those around, provoking whispers and curious looks.Es: Sin embargo, en lugar de problemas, el trabajador rompió el silencio con una risa bondadosa.En: However, instead of trouble, the worker broke the silence with a kind laughter.Es: "Es la primera vez que veo algo así", comentó, sonriendo con amabilidad.En: "It's the first time I've seen something like this," he commented, smiling kindly.Es: "Vamos, te mostraré los delfines de cerca, pero de una forma segura."En: "Come on, I'll show you the dolphins up close, but in a safe way."Es: Continuó hablando con suavidad, mientras ayudaba a Luz a bajar con cuidado de la barandilla.En: He continued speaking softly while helping Luz carefully down from the railing.Es: Sus amigos, aun con cierta sorpresa, se unieron a ella, agradeciendo la buena disposición del personal.En: Her friends, still somewhat surprised, joined her, grateful for the staff's good disposition.Es: Para Luz, esta experiencia fue una lección.En: For Luz, this experience was a lesson.Es: Aprendió que la aventura no siempre significaba actuar impulsivamente.En: She learned that adventure didn't always mean acting impulsively.Es: Al final, gracias a su insistente amor por los delfines, los trabajadores del acuario ofrecieron a Luz, Marcos e Isabel un recorrido privado.En: In the end, thanks to her persistent love for dolphins, the aquarium staff offered Luz, Marcos, and Isabel a private tour.Es: La emoción por ver a los delfines jugando de cerca y aprender más sobre ellos llenó el aire entre risas y nuevas anécdotas.En: The excitement of seeing the dolphins play up close and learning more about them filled the air with laughter and new anecdotes.Es: A medida que el día llegaba a su fin, despedidos por la melodía alegre de los delfines, Luz entendió que, ser aventurera, también conllevaba ser prudente.En: As the day came to an end, farewelled by the cheerful melody of the dolphins, Luz understood that being adventurous also involved being prudent.Es: Con una sonrisa renovada, prometió vivir nuevas experiencias con un toque más consciente.En: With a renewed smile, she promised to live new experiences with a more conscious touch.Es: Así, aquel día en el Aquario Arrecife de Coral se convirtió en una historia para recordar, un recuerdo donde la curiosidad de Luz no solo inquietó, sino también unió con ternura a sus amigos y aquellos guardianes del mundo marino.En: Thus, that day at the Aquario Arrecife de Coral became a story to remember, a memory where Luz's curiosity not only stirred, but also tenderly united her with her friends and those guardians of the marine world. Vocabulary Words:the pebble: la piedrecitato glow: brillarthe coral reef: el arrecife de coralbrimming: rebosantecrystal-clear: cristalinasto bounce: rebotarthe crowd: la multitudthe maintenance manager: el encargado de mantenimientoto eclipse: eclipsarto assume: asumirthe railing: la barandillathe chaos: el caosto misinterpret: malinterpretarthe worker: el trabajadorthe neon light: la luz de neónthe opportunity: la oportunidadto impress: impresionarsurprised: sorprendidato shout: exclamarthe disposition: la disposiciónto whisper: susurrarto explore: explorarthe warmth: la calidezthe aquarium: el acuarioto envelop: envolversoftly: con suavidadto fill: llenarthe amazement: la maravillaprudent: prudentethe adventure: la aventura

What can one man do for a city in a lifetime of work? A lot! V Ravichandar joins Amit Varma in episode 438 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss his life, his times and what he has learnt as a civic evangelist for Bangalore. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. V Ravichandar on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and Feedback Consulting. 2. Reforming Urban Governance — Episode 48 of The Seen and the Unseen (w V Ravichandar). 3. The Greater Bengaluru Governance Act. 4. BLR Hubba. 5. Bangalore International Centre. 6. Bangalore Literature Festival. 7. Bangalore Agenda Task Force. 8. Gautam John is Figuring it Out -- Episode 437 of The Seen and the Unseen. 9. Inside the Hearts of Men and Women — Episode 118 of Everything is Everything. 10. Understanding Human Sexuality — Episode 126 of Everything is Everything. 11. The Life and Times of Gurcharan Das — Episode 425 of The Seen and the Unseen. 12. Participatory Democracy — Episode 160 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Ashwin Mahesh). 13. Cities and Citizens — Episode 198 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Ashwin Mahesh). 14. Helping Others in the Fog of Pandemic — Episode 226 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Ashwin Mahesh). 15. Urban Governance in India — Episode 31 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Shruti Rajagopalan). 16. The Age of the Partial Outsider — Janan Ganesh. 17. Unboxing Bengaluru — Malini Goyal and Prashanth Prakash. 18. Malini Goyal is the Curious One — Episode 377 of The Seen and the Unseen. 19. The Rooted Cosmopolitanism of Sugata Srinivasaraju — Episode 277 of The Seen and the Unseen. 20. The Covenant of Water -- Abraham Verghese. 21. Breaking Bad. Amit Varma and Mohit Satyanand run a course called Life Lessons, which aims to be a launchpad towards learning essential life skills all of you need. For more details, and to sign up, click here. And have you read Amit's newsletter? Subscribe right away to The India Uncut Newsletter! It's free! Also check out Amit's online course, The Art of Clear Writing. Episode art: 'Bangalorean Man' by Simahina.

In this weeks' Scale Your Sales Podcast episode, my guest is Deidre Hudson.   Deidre Hudson is a marketing executive, strategist, and storyteller with deep expertise in go-to-market strategy. As VP of Marketing and Sales at YELL Payment, she blends creative vision with data-driven execution. A frequent podcast guest and speaker, she advises startups and serves on the board of iCouldBe.org, a youth mentorship nonprofit.   In today's episode of Scale Your Sales podcast, Deidre speaks about continuous learning across life's stages and applying those lessons to effective boardroom and sales leadership. They discuss driving alignment across people, process, and technology, identifying operational gaps, optimising the customer journey, and fostering a customer-centric culture by communicating in the customer's language rather than internal jargon.   Welcome to Scale Your Sales Podcast, Deidre Hudson.     Timestamps: 00:00 Life Lessons and Growth 03:08 Authenticity as a Velvet Knife 08:14 Cross-Functional Alignment for Success 09:54 Aligning Process for Growth 14:12 Optimizing Decision Points 17:49 Speak Your Buyer's Language 22:45 Embrace Learning Through Experimentation 24:28 Navigating Experimentation in Challenges 27:29 Striving for Servant Leadership   https://www.amazon.com/How-Did-Get-Here-Younger/dp/B0BSJLKG1Z https://www.linkedin.com/in/deidrehudson/     Janice B Gordon is the award-winning Customer Growth Expert and Scale Your Sales Framework founder. She is by LinkedIn Sales 15 Innovating Sales Influencers to Follow 2021, the Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Customer Experience Nov 2020 and 150 Women B2B Thought Leaders You Should Follow in 2021. Janice helps companies worldwide to reimagine revenue growth thought customer experience and sales.   Book Janice to speak virtually at your next event: https://janicebgordon.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/janice-b-gordon/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JaniceBGordon Scale Your Sales Podcast: https://scaleyoursales.co.uk/podcast More on the blog: https://scaleyoursales.co.uk/blog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janicebgordon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScaleYourSales And more!   Visit our podcast website https://scaleyoursales.co.uk/podcast/ to watch or listen.

“Send Coach John a message”Saw an amazing reminder today to always carry around with us, from: Alan Stein, Jr. (@AlanSteinJr) “Always give without remembering. Always receive without forgetting.”  There has been many historical lessons from many different sources throughout life - this is one of the main ones for humans to connect with, and yet we seem to struggle with this.  We don't keep score of who owes us, but yet, we should always remember those that help us for sure.   Again, easy to see on paper but more challenging to put action behind it in our everyday lives!  It was also echoed from The Mindfulness Meditation Institute (@TrainingMindful) just a few posts before Alan's.  This one shared this thought: “The happiest people are the givers, not the takers.” Both of these remind me of what Professor Morrie Schwartz said to Mitch Albom - from the book “Tuesdays With Morrie”: “When I give to others, I feel alive. When I take from others, I feel like I'm dying.”  The world needs more givers. This is something that I'm trying to do more of for sure. Morrie was right. The world also needs more examples to learn from on how to give more too. Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. ** 

“Send Coach John a message”I saw so many stories recently that connected with this powerful reminder from Kevin DeShazo (@KevinDeShazo) “Negative people don't make teams better. Negative people don't make relationships better. Negative people don't make organizations better. Negative people don't make the world better. If you want to make things better, show up with hope, purpose, positivity. You control you.”  This was connected to some of the stories coming from the recent Winter Olympics in Italy. Many of the athletes shared stories about their preparation for their events, but also how their journey got them there. So many examples of controlling our own minds and emotions. Getting back to one of life's greatest lessons (athlete or not) - control the things we can control. Our attitude, our effort, our responses to outside events and our minds. For many - this is a lifetime journey of learning and struggling with how to do this.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. ** 

Send a textIn this episode of The Daily Energizer, Spencer Jones guides you on how to set your focus for the week. He shares practical ways to define what you want to accomplish, break it into achievable steps, and stay fully present while taking action. By combining clear focus with mindfulness, you can experience more joy, fulfillment, and flow in your week. This episode is a roadmap for turning intention into action and making every moment count. 

Sixteen months ago my primary care doctor told me I had developed Mild Cognitive Impairment(MCI). In lay terms that means I am losing my mind. It could happen slowly over the next few years or it could happen more quickly. That seems like a life changer.

Three CHS wrestling athletes (Ellianna Campos, Arianna Campos, and Sophie Westfall) share their personal journeys into wrestling, the challenges they face, and the camaraderie they experience as teammates. The conversation dives into the mental and physical aspects of the sport, including confidence building, match preparation, nutrition, and the importance of technique over strength. As they prepare for the upcoming state tournament, the wrestlers discuss their goals and aspirations, highlighting the dedication and hard work that goes into their training. Presented by Nick Walker of Edward Jones Produced by All Sports Best 00:00 Introduction to the Cave Girls Wrestling Team 01:01 How They Got Started in Wrestling 03:09 The Grind and Team Chemistry 04:10 Building Confidence Through Wrestling 05:38 Mental Preparation for Matches 06:20 Studying Opponents and Match Preparation 07:05 Pre-Match Music and Motivation 08:41 Nutrition and Diet in Wrestling 09:41 Weight Management Strategies 12:12 Mental Challenges in Wrestling 14:46 Lessons Learned from Losses 16:34 Impactful Coaches and Training Styles 18:23 Technique vs. Strength in Matches 20:43 Beast Mode Moments in Wrestling 22:09 Understanding Match Points and Scoring 25:07 Referee Dynamics in Wrestling 26:11 Life Lessons from Wrestling 28:33 Preparing for the State Tournament 30:41 Team Dynamics and Leadership 32:34 Essential Gear and Equipment 36:11 Personal Expression Through Wrestling Gear 37:43 Future Goals in Wrestling

In this action-packed and heartfelt episode of Wise_N_Nerdy, hosts Charles and Joe once again invite listeners to laugh, reflect, and truly Find your FAMdom. Blending fatherhood, fandom, and fun, this episode delivers everything longtime fans love—deep nerd debates, relatable parenting wisdom, terrible dad jokes, and meaningful personal stories. The adventure begins with the Question of the Week: “Batman with prep time vs. anyone else — do you buy the meme, or is it massively overblown?” Charles steps up to defend the Dark Knight, passionately arguing that Batman's intellect, strategy, and preparation make him capable of defeating virtually any opponent given enough time. Is the meme exaggerated, or is the Caped Crusader truly unstoppable with prep? The debate sets the tone for a lively and thoughtful discussion that comic book fans won't want to miss. With the traditional roll of the dice guiding the show, the first segment lands on “What Are You Nerding Out About?” Joe dives headfirst into yet another anime obsession—this time the isekai series HELL MODE: The Hardcore Gamer Dominates in Another World with Garbage Balancing. He breaks down what makes this hardcore leveling fantasy stand out in the crowded isekai genre and why it's worth checking out. Meanwhile, Charles shares his excitement over powerful new tools he's discovered for creating podcast clips and social media content, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into how Wise_N_Nerdy continues to grow its online presence. Next, the dice bring on the groans with a collection of bad dad jokes submitted by listeners. First up: a series of pun-filled zingers allegedly from Devocite's mom. Then Bob steps up to the mic with his own batch of eye-roll-inducing classics. It's peak dad humor at its finest—equal parts painful and hilarious. The fates then roll into the thoughtful “How Do I…?” segment, tackling a real-world parenting challenge: How should you react if your child gets in a fight? Charles and Joe explore the nuances of parenting through conflict. While both agree that violence should never be the first solution, they acknowledge that context matters—especially when dealing with bullying. It's an honest, balanced conversation about teaching kids self-control, discernment, and confidence in difficult situations. From there, it's time for the heartfelt “Daddy, Tell Me A Story” segment. Joe shares a deeply personal memory of how the Star Wars board game Epic Duels helped him cope during one of the hardest seasons of his life—when Papa NASCAR was in a coma shortly before his passing. Charles reflects on how watching Love on the Spectrum has broadened his perspective and helped him grow in empathy and understanding. These stories remind listeners that fandom isn't just entertainment—it can be comfort, connection, and healing. Finally, the episode wraps with the fan-favorite “Parliament of Papas” segment, where Charles and Joe discuss a surprisingly relatable topic: people who emit strong odors—particularly heavy perfume use in the workplace. It's a humorous yet honest conversation about social awareness, workplace etiquette, and navigating awkward situations as adults and dads. From superhero strategy debates and anime deep dives to parenting wisdom and personal reflection, this episode of Wise_N_Nerdy delivers laughs, insight, and heart in equal measure. Wise_N_Nerdy: Where Fatherhood Meets Fandom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Send Coach John a message”Super lesson here - I needed this reminder to keep striving to be kind to others. From Spencer Rayner (@spencerrayner) “Retweet from @ColinSpenc4257 Thought of The Day. #SuccessTRAIN #JoyTRAIN - You're never too important to be nice to people!” Simple message, yet for some people it's the most challenging thing ever! You can be successful, heck even rich and “important”, but don't ever think that entitles you to be a mean person to others. We need to be better. We need to do better! Remember, I'm in the front of this line needing this advice!  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. ** 

We've all heard Mrs Whitehall's tips on keeping this and that in the fridge to use again... A smidge of this and a dollop of that... Well, this week's DL has a Mother who does exactly that, but are the lengths she goes to worth it?You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners.

“Confidence is a skill, and you build it from the inside out.” – Simone Knego Today's featured award-winning bestselling bookcaster is a wife, mom, two-time TEDx Speaker, and serial entrepreneur, Simone Knego. Simone and I had a fun on a bun chat about her new book, “REAL Confidence: A Simple Guide to Go from Unsure to Unshakeable”, embracing versatility for personal growth, what led her to start a successful podcast with her daughter, and more!!Key Things You'll Learn:How speaking led Simone to write her first book, and the challenges of book marketingThe REAL method for building unshakeable confidenceThree major lessons learned from starting, growing, and running her podcastWhat setback helped Simone create more successHer secret to staying married for 32+ yearsSimone's Site: https://simoneknego.com/Simone's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08HYHJTLK/allbooksSimone's Podcast, ”Her Unshakeable Confidence”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/her-unshakeable-confidence-podcast/id1667058474Simone's TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/iAzUyvViaDM?si=rUR0fZkNbWnbaxmNThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…307 – Failure Is Not The Problem, It's The Beginning Of Your Success with Col. George Milton: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-307-failure-is-not-the-problem-its-the-beginning-of-your-success-with-col-george-milton/787 – From Horse Trainer to Thought Healer with Janell Warkentin (@JanellWarkentin): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-787-from-horse-trainer-to-thought-healer-with-janell-warkentin-janellwarkentin/821 – How to Spark Your Curiosity & Live Bravely with Heather Vickery: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-821-how-to-spark-your-curiosity-live-bravely-with-heather-vickery/967 – Life Lessons from a Jill of All Trades with Kristin Massey (@TheJOATbook): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-967-life-lessons-from-a-jill-of-all-trades-with-kristin-massey-thejoatbook/761 – Be Your Own Cheerleader with Neelu Kaur (@NeeluKaur01): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-761-be-your-own-cheerleader-with-neelu-kaur-neelukaur01/701 – Mastering Self-Talk for Success and Happiness with Robin Sacks (@robinsacks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-701-mastering-self-talk-for-success-and-happiness-with-robin-sacks-robinsacks/725 – Closing the Confidence Gap with Kelli Rae Thompson (@_KelliRThompson): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-725-closing-the-confidence-gap-with-kelli-rae-thompson-_kellirthompson/359 – Think Yourself Confident & Successful with Nathalie Plamondon-Thomas (@thinkyourselfAc): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-359-think-yourself-confident-successful-with-nathalie-plamondon-thomas-thinkyourselfac/279.5 (Host 2 Host Special) – The Game Of Self Domination with Natsune Oki (@lifeupeducation): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/2795-host-2-host-special-the-game-of-self-domination-with-natsune-oki-lifeupeducation/294.5 (Charm City Bonus Episode) – The Addict in Aisle 7 with Alison Haase: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-2945-charm-city-bonus-episode-the-addict-in-aisle-7-with-alison-haase/372 – The Grit Factor with Shannon Huffman Polson (@ABorderLife): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-372-the-grit-factor-with-shannon-huffman-polson-aborderlife/369 – Self Esteem Doesn't Come in a Bottle with Kelly Falardeau (@kellyfalardeau): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-369-self-esteem-doesnt-come-in-a-bottle-with-kelly-falardeau-kellyfalardeau/

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"My dad was one of the only people who could get through to me." "The strongest thing I ever did was ask for help." — Alex Parkview "You can't pour from an empty cup." "Even a shattered reflection can still show the way forward." "Love people, no matter how difficult it may seem to you." On today's reflective Better Call Daddy episode we reconnect with the thoughtful Alex Parkview, a veteran turned author who shares his journey of healing, resilience, and self-discovery. Alex Parkview opens up about the profound impact of his military service on his life and writing, sharing how his experiences shaped his identity and fueled his passion for storytelling. Veteran Reflections Alex reflects on the complexities of being a veteran, discussing the challenges of PTSD and the echoes of war that linger long after service. He candidly shares how writing became a vital tool for coping, allowing him to process his experiences and connect with others through his books. His journey of healing emphasizes the importance of seeking help and finding purpose in the midst of struggle. Life Lessons Through Writing As a prolific author, Alex Parkview discusses his various works, including his memoirs and sermon compilations that tackle themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning. He highlights the significance of vulnerability in his writing and how sharing his story has fostered connections with readers who resonate with his experiences. His commitment to helping others through his words is both inspiring and impactful. Fatherhood and Legacy Throughout the episode, Alex shares heartwarming anecdotes about his daughters, emphasizing the importance of open communication and honesty in their relationship. He reflects on how his struggles have shaped his parenting style, allowing him to be a source of support and guidance for his children as they navigate their own paths. Key Themes - The journey of healing and resilience as a veteran - The transformative power of writing and storytelling - Navigating the complexities of fatherhood - The importance of vulnerability and seeking help - Creating meaningful connections through shared experiences Episode Highlights (00:00) Welcome to the Better Call Daddy Show (01:20) Alex Parkview: A Veteran's Perspective (10:30) The Impact of PTSD and Healing Through Writing (20:00) Navigating Fatherhood and Open Communication (30:15) Sharing Stories: The Power of Vulnerability (40:45) Wisdom from Wayne: The Strength in Asking for Help Episode Keywords Better Call Daddy, Podcast, Veterans, PTSD, Healing, Writing, Fatherhood, Resilience, Personal Growth, Storytelling, Emotional Connection, Life Lessons, Mental Health, Trauma Connect with Alex Parkview Author Website Alex Parkview's GoFundMe  gofund.me/a12ed1285     Connect with Reena Friedman Watts Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube Thank you for tuning in to Better Call Daddy where stories of resilience, love, and connection come together!  Me and my dad would love to hear from ya!  

Today's episode is advice for my kids — and really, advice for anyone doing life. These are the lessons I've learned over the years that I hope to send my kids into the world with. We talk about trusting your gut, living authentically, letting go of people-pleasing, and why other people's opinions have nothing to do with you. I dive into self-worth, work ethic, energy, fear, comparison, and what it really means to live a fulfilling life.This episode is about growth, resilience, and learning to let life surprise you — even when it's hard. Whether you're a parent or just need a reminder of what matters, this one's meant to be something you keep in your back pocket.A word from my sponsors:Bon Charge - Go to boncharge.com/HONEST and use coupon code HONEST to save 15%.Armra - Go to armra.com/HONEST or enter HONEST to get 30% off your first subscription order.Skims - Shop my favorite bras and underwear at http://www.skims.com/honest #skimspartnerHiya - Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal, you must go to hiyahealth.com/HONEST.FX's Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette. Watch now on FX, Hulu, and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers.Listen to Jay Shetty's new Audible Original series Messy Love: Difficult Conversations for Deeper Connection. Go to Audible.com/MessyLove to start listening today.For more Let's Be Honest, follow along at:@kristincavallari on Instagram@kristincavallari and @dearmedia on TikTokLet's Be Honest with Kristin Cavallari on YouTubeProduced by Dear Media.This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What role does chess play in our lives? That's a recurring question on Perpetual Chess, and one that author Katie Kormanik explores in her new, personal memoir, Adventures of a Chess Girl. A former top scholastic player, Katie looks back at the competitive years of her early 20s and reflects on how chess became a refuge during a stressful and uncertain time. The game allowed her to travel widely and immerse herself in an eclectic social circle of strong players from around the world. Although Katie ultimately stepped away from competition, she still loves chess, and now fondly revisits those formative memories. We also discuss her experience self-publishing the book, as well as our thoughts on the new Queen of Chess documentary on Netflix.  Thanks to our sponsor, Chessable.com. Check out GM Simon Williams' new course here: https://www.chessable.com/lifetime-repertoires-stonewall-dutch/course/378958/ 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:49 Exploring the Memoir: Adventures of a Chess Girl Mentioned: All the Wrong Moves by Sasha Chapin 03:28 Chess as a Refuge and a place to build identity 08:14 The Role of Peer Influence in Chess 12:00- Does Katie have a love-hate relationship with chess? 16:09 Romantic Relationships and Chess Improvement 19:00- Gender dynamics in the chess world  22:05 Advice for Young Women in Chess 23:15 Introducing Chess to Children 25:59 The Journey of Self-Publishing a Book You can find Katie's self-publishing checklist within this article: https://booksbywomen.org/the-case-for-self-publishing-and-why-its-easier-now-than-ever-before/ 34:13 Reflections on Life Lessons and Risks 39:47 Our thoughts on the new Netflix Queen of Chess documentary  43:32 Parenting Styles and Nurturing Passions 45:00- Thanks so much to Katie for joining me! You can find out more about her and her book at: https://www.chessgirlbook.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over the last five years, I've learned five lessons that changed how I lead, train, and live. In this episode, inspired by Pastor Craig Groeschel, I break down purpose, leadership “altitude,” selflessness, pride, and the cost of a rushed life through the lens of building BPN. We'll hit the difference between complex vs. complicated problems, the dopamine drive, and how to build a culture that empowers people. I also share personal reflections, what I'm working on next, and how these lessons translate into real decisions at work and at home.CHAPTERS00:00 Intro01:40 Purpose18:52 Rise/Dive30:38 Selflessness37:53 Pride45:13 Hurried life58:14 Final thoughtsORDER MY BOOK HERE: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Go-One-More-Intentional-Life-Changing/dp/1637746210FOLLOW:Become a BPN member FOR FREE - Unlock 25% off FOR LIFE ⁠https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutritionIG: ⁠instagram.com/nickbarefitness/⁠YT: ⁠youtube.com/@nickbarefitness