Podcasts about lost art

James Nestor is a best-selling author and science journalist known for his focus on breathing and breathwork. The new edition of his book “Breath: the New Science of a Lost Art” is available now.  James joins Theo to talk about the link between mouth breathing and braces, why he thinks the rise in ADHD cases has been misdiagnosed, and how some breathing exercises can lead to profound emotional experiences. James Nestor: https://www.instagram.com/mrjamesnestor/  “Breath: the New Science of a Lost Art”: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/547761/breath-by-james-nestor/ Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour New Merch: https://www.theovonstore.com ------------------------------------------------- Sponsored By: Celsius: Go to the Celsius Amazon store to check out all of their flavors. #CELSIUSBrandPartner #CELSIUSLiveFit https://amzn.to/3HbAtPJ  Shopify: Go to http://shopify.com/theo to get started with Shopify. Sonic: Go out and try the SONIC $6 Meal All-American Smasher today. A juicy, delicious burger paired with tots or fries and a drink for a deal that speaks for itself! https://www.sonicdrivein.com/deals/ Better Help: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Go to http://betterhelp.com/theo for 10% off your first month. Valor Recovery: To learn more about Valor Recovery please visit them at https://valorrecoverycoaching.com/  or email them at admin@valorrecoverycoaching. ------------------------------------------------- Music: “Shine” by Bishop Gunn Bishop Gunn - Shine ------------------------------------------------ Submit your funny videos, TikToks, questions and topics you'd like to hear on the podcast to: tpwproducer@gmail.com Hit the Hotline: 985-664-9503 Video Hotline for Theo Upload here: https://www.theovon.com/fan-upload Send mail to: This Past Weekend 1906 Glen Echo Rd PO Box #159359 Nashville, TN 37215 ------------------------------------------------ Find Theo: Website: https://theovon.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/theovon Facebook: https://facebook.com/theovon Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thispastweekend Twitter: https://twitter.com/theovon YouTube: https://youtube.com/theovon Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheoVonClips Shorts Channel: https://bit.ly/3ClUj8z ------------------------------------------------ Producer: Zach https://www.instagram.com/zachdpowers Producer: Trevyn https://www.instagram.com/trevyn.s/  Producer: Nick https://www.instagram.com/realnickdavis/ Producer: Andrew https://www.instagram.com/bleachmediaofficial/  Producer: Halston https://www.instagram.com/halstonrays/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we mark 4 years since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, the bishop of Kyiv, Bishop Vitaliy Kryvytskyi joins to discuss the plight of the faithful in Kiev, surviving the cold winter months with no electricity, and clinging to Christ amid such harsh conditions. Calling it "a war against civilians," the bishop of Kyiv–Zhytomyr also works tirelessly to create summer camps for children to retain some semblance of life amid the ongoing destruction of war, and is also sounding the alarm on the missing children of his country. As New York just signed assisted suicide into law, Dr. Lydia Dugdale joins to discuss "The Lost Art of Dying" and why we are called to live within the lens of our own mortality, and how we might bring this lost art back today especially within this culture of death. And as we round out our first week of Lent, Msgr. Roger Landry reminds us that we are called to be brave this Lent when it comes to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio.

The Lost Art of Common Sense Live!In S5E5 we'll be talking about this years Super Bowl. Everything, the game, the commercials, the entertainment and the reactions. We'll also throwing out our winners and losers of the week, running down the Happenens of the week and Matt will be reviewing "Send Help".Pastor Jackson Lahmeyer Book: Chasing After the Wind. https://books.jacksonlahmeyer.com/products/chasing-after-the-windLinks to Barry D. Todd's Book: Stand Your Ground: One Man's Self-Defense Nightmare.https://standyourgroundbook.com/ The Founding Fathers Thought's on 2A Regulations: A Grok3 Extrapolationhttps://youtu.be/aflX6EjPSak?si=BJntRHHusTrQQKTGMerch Shop:https://www.etsy.com/shop/LostArtofCommonSense?ref=seller-platform-mcnavwww.yummytummybbq.com#CommonSense #democrat #republican #politics #moviereview #trump #news #winnersandlosers #happenings #funny #subversion

A very special edish this week guys because amidst some stellar tuneage, in the final part of the show we have a lovely chat with Jon Davison (Yes) lined up for you, you lucky people. Have a great week - Steve and Lou x   Godsticks- M.I.A. Hawkwind – Magnu Greenslade – Feathered Friends Karnivool – Aozora ELP – The Old Castle/Blues Variation Magnum – Too Much Too Ask Tony Banks – Red Day On Blue Street Solstice – Twin Peaks Boston – I Need Your Love Rush – Working Man Dream Theater – Learning To Live Touchstone – Oceans Of Time Porcupine Tree – The Sky Moves Sideways (Phase 1) Blind Ego – Blackened Sylvan – Encoded At Heart Yes – Cut From The Stars Jon Davison interview Steve Hackett – Your Own Special Way (excerpt)

Thank you for listening to the LifeHouse Church Podcast. We pray that Pastor Tim Kreis's message 'The Lost Art Of Teachability' blesses you. For more details about LifeHouse Church visit www.Lifehouse.global or download the LifeHouse Church app. 

Happy Valentine's Day. People used to write love letters, sonnets, poems, I've gotten a few. Today we're going to talk about the lost art of love letters, social media and the "we're losing recipes" that this current culture is in the midst of with the ever changing technology. Writing exercises the most important muscle in your body, and you need to start using it. For the blog, I've got two for you. 1. The Lost Art Of Love Letters: https://ebonyfemdomphonesex.com/the-lost-art-of-love-letters/ 2. Pretty Gooners For Ebony Femdom February: https://ebonyfemdomphonesex.com/pretty-gooners-for-ebony-femdom-february/ New audio in the store. Subscribe to the podcast, and remember to subscribe to the blog, too. If you're on social media, follow me on Twitter (X) ⁠⁠⁠⁠@DuchessWillow_⁠⁠⁠⁠You can also follow me on Bluesky ⁠⁠⁠⁠@duchesswillow.bsky.social⁠

We welcome Bill Galatis to the show! Bill studied cinema, animation, film production, photography as well as developing into quite a cinephile. Bill also paralleled as a rock musician; performing, writing and recording all over New England and New York.From 2006-2018, Bill was involved with a premiere, international music school organization called School of Rock (SOR). SOR is a nationwide chain of performance-based music schools for kids ages 7-18, as well as adults. After a few years as the Music Director for School of Rock Boston, he became franchisee of that location and opened an additional school on the north shore of MA. In addition to opening both schools from scratch, Bill's Boston school was the first SOR unit to open in all of New England. As well as covering the day-to-day operations of both schools, Bill had a busy schedule of instructing weekly group rehearsals and private guitar and bass lessons.Around the end of winter 2014, Bill started to shift from the SOR day to day operations to more of an overseer. This allowed him to build his career in filmmaking, with a focus on acting, but still film editing and writing here and there. In the next 6 years, Bill booked lead and supporting roles on about 40 independent and studio films, both short and feature length. He worked closely with Karen Allen (Raiders of the Lost Art), John Fiore, Frank Santorelli, Armen Garo and Robert Funaro (The Sopranos) to name a few of the more well-known artists. By 2018, Bill made the big decision to sell both of School of Rock locations and go into the movie business full time.In 2020, Bill moved to Manhattan, New York. With the pandemic in full throttle, Bill's film editing career became more of the main focus. In the last 5 years, Bill has edited about a half dozen independent short films and 4 independent feature length films. Bill has recently started studying at the Manhattan Edit Workshop and is aiming to break into editing for major film studio productions.Bill's Reel: https://vimeo.com/1121209032/3980bfe952IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7113973/See more on GreekAF: https://www.greekradio.app/

Are you struggling to finish your book? Does "writer's block" feel like an unbeatable wall? In this revealing conversation, author and writing coach April Dávila sits down with David Watson to share the transformative practice that helped her go from struggling writer to published author. April discovered that the key wasn't more discipline, but mindfulness. By training her brain to focus, silence the inner critic, and treat writing with the respect it deserves, she unlocked a new level of productivity and joy in her craft. This isn't about writing more; it's about suffering less while you do it. In this episode, we dive deep into: The #1 Myth of Writer's Block: What's really stopping you from putting words on the page (and it's not a lack of ideas). The Power of a Scheduled Appointment: Why treating your writing time like a non-negotiable meeting is the ultimate productivity hack. How to Silence Your Inner Critic: A simple mindfulness technique to recognize that critical voice as just another thought and keep writing anyway. The Surprising Role of Meditation: How a short pre-writing ritual can get you into a deep flow state faster and more consistently. Why "Bad" First Drafts are Essential: The truth about rewriting and why you must embrace imperfection to create something great. Building Unbreakable Writing Habits: How to stop practicing the art of procrastination and start practicing the art of showing up. Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting to think about writing a book, this interview is packed with actionable advice that will change the way you approach your work. Timestamps: (00:00) - Introduction & April's Family History in California (09:31) - The Real Reason We Write: April's Writing Manifesto (14:18) - Why Writing to "Teach a Lesson" Fails (16:06) - David's Personal Story: Writing from the Heart (18:57) - Overcoming "Writer's Block": It's Not What You Think (23:28) - April's Journey: From Science to Writing (24:35) - The Mindfulness Breakthrough That Changed Everything (29:26) - The Ritual: How to Get Your Brain Ready to Write (31:49) - The Science of Setting an Intention (33:17) - Your Habits are a Restaurant: Are You Ordering the Right Thing? (35:21) - April's Upcoming Book: "sit. right. here." (36:23) - Dealing with Imposter Syndrome (Even for Bestselling Authors) (39:25) - Turning Family History into Compelling Fiction (41:11) - The Art of the Romance Story (44:42) - Why Not Everyone Will Love Your Book (And That's OK) (45:43) - The Surprising Dark Side of Roald Dahl (48:01) - The Lost Art of Making a Living from Short Stories (51:39) - Where to Find April Dávila (51:51) - The Time Machine Question Guest: April Davila Book and resources: SitRightHere.com April online: Aprila.com and @AprilDavila

Together we experienced a beautiful transformation in our souls, the day we believed in Jesus our Savior. We used to sing a wonderful song from Isaiah 61, 3, that described this transformation: “He gives us beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning. The garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness, that we might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord that he might be glorified.” Thomas and I, learned so much about the character of God, and His will for our lives, by singing scriptures. Living at the ranch in the midst of the Redwood forest, we got a glimpse of His beauty in creation. We believed that God planted us like baby trees, in his kingdom, and that He would make us grow, all to his glory. In response to “The Lost Art of Preaching” episode, I have been amazed to see how quickly the views have added up. Most listeners I don't know personally, but I presume, that there are various degrees of interest in this subject. I think the longer you have been around in the Christian scene, the more kinds of sermons you have heard. Some teach the listeners to know and understand the Bible; while others veer off tract, even so far as twisting verses, and the original meaning intended by the writer. It's important for each of us, to not be intimidated by a preacher, to the extent that we are afraid to ask questions, or search the scriptures ourselves.

This week, actor Milo Ventimiglia — known for 'This Is Us,' 'Gilmore Girls' and 'Heroes' — tells us why he chose to star in a new Christian movie, playing real-life worship artist Tim Timmons, who was diagnosed with terminal cancer over 20 years ago and is still defying the odds today. In RELEVANT Buzz, the crew recaps the Super Bowl — including the incredible story of Seahawks coach Mike McDonald, who followed God's calling to leave the corporate world to take an unpaid internship in coaching. And now 12 years later, it's led to a Super Bowl championship. We also dig into a new study revealing that Gen Z is statistically dumber than their parents (and why that's significant). Plus, Jesse forces the crew to watch the Carman movie trailer, and at the end of the show, we have Ask the Cast! And of course Jesse and Derek have some strong thoughts on Ring cameras and drones.Highlights:01:28 — The Olympics and Derek's New Drone04:59 — Ring Cameras Have Ruined Jesse's Hypothetical Heist06:18 — The Dark Knight Predicted the Ring Camera Era09:20 — Apple Is Buying Tech That Can Hear Your Silent Speech16:29 — RELEVANT BUZZ19:31 — Coach Mike McDonald: From Accountant to Super Bowl Champion23:04 — New Study: Gen Z Is Scoring Lower on IQ Tests Than Their Parents24:40 — The Lost Art of Daydreaming & Why Boredom Matters30:09 — Milo Ventimiglia on ‘I Can Only Imagine 2'33:24 — Jesse Makes the Crew Watch the Carman Movie Trailer (Live Reaction)37:47 — SLICES38:11 — Man Cited for Juggling Fire on a Unicycle in a Crosswalk41:11 — Man Breaks Into Little Caesars After Hours & Starts Selling Pizzas43:09 — ASK THE CAST44:05 — What Belief Have You Changed Your Mind On?45:46 — Boundaries You Didn't Know You Could Set46:40 — What Today Would Shock Yourself 10 Years Ago?47:18 — Podcast Voice vs. Real Voice49:48 — Who Has the Worst Music Taste on the Crew?51:04 — Why Jesse Is a Terrible Texter52:55 — NBA All-Star Weekend: Does Anyone Care?53:59 — Outro & YouTube Growth UpdateAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rachel Kapp, M.Ed., BCET, and Stephanie Pitts, M.Ed., BCET talk about the lost art of boredom and why it's so essential for developing executive functioning skills. It's well documented that kids, learners, and adults are really overscheduled and overstructured (and we really do not like and have a problem tolerating being bored). Rachel and Steph explore what boredom actually does for the brain, how it supports creativity, problem-solving, and self-reflection, and why tolerating “nothing to do” is an important life skill. They share practical strategies for helping learners relearn how to rest, think, and just be, even when it feels uncomfortable for parents and learners at first. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/learnsmarterpodcast   How to connect with us: Join our e-mail list Rachel's Kapp Educational Therapy Group website Steph's My Ed Therapist website  @learnsmarterpodcast, @kappedtherapy, @myedtherapist

The Lost Art of Common Sense Live!In S5E4 we'll be talking about how the Left tries to project from a place of moral superiority but one look behind the curtain and you find empty platitudes and a lack of a moral center, throwing out our winners and losers of the week, running down the Happenens of the week.Pastor Jackson Lahmeyer Book: Chasing After the Wind. https://books.jacksonlahmeyer.com/products/chasing-after-the-windLinks to Barry D. Todd's Book: Stand Your Ground: One Man's Self-Defense Nightmare.https://standyourgroundbook.com/ The Founding Fathers Thought's on 2A Regulations: A Grok3 Extrapolationhttps://youtu.be/aflX6EjPSak?si=BJntRHHusTrQQKTGMerch Shop:https://www.etsy.com/shop/LostArtofCommonSense?ref=seller-platform-mcnavwww.yummytummybbq.com#CommonSense #democrat #republican #politics #moviereview #trump #news #winnersandlosers #happenings #funny #subversion

How's it going you crazy animals and welcome once again to "The Lost Art". Yet another stellar edition where we explore all facets of Prog Rock from the early 70s to the modern day. This week, we have a bonus interview for you, recorded backstage at W'ton Arts Centre on 5th Feb - The one, the only - FRANCIS DUNNERY !!!! Have a great week, Steve & Lou xx Playlist   Electronic  - Late At Night Blind Ego – Don't Ask Me Why Exploring Birdsong – 42 Wolverine – This World And All Its Dazzling Lights Derek Smalls – Balls Theories Of Mind – Afraid Of Flying Crownlands – Apocalypse Big Big Train – Albion Press Evergrey – Disconnect Audioslave – Shadow On The Sun Sweetpool – Dancing Wildly Yes – Yours Is No Disgrace (Live) Gentle Giant – Just The Same/Proclamation (Live) Caravan – Can't Be Long Now Magenta – The Lovers (Single Edit) Francis Dunnery interview Francis Dunnery – Man Overboard (excerpt)

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Last week was about the music! Today, I am taking a look at the biblical foundation, which was the inspiration for our songs. I have enjoyed listening this week, to an old sermon from Thomas, and then remembered I have all of his notes. I discovered that the church secretary, had put them in order, listing them according to the date and title. I was so glad to find the matching page to that tape. It is fascinating to see his outline with the scriptures and the main points he wanted to make. The thing is, about old tapes, they have to be digitalized to use them. Three years ago, I took my tapes from the 70s, some videos and 8mm films, to be professionally copied. All I could imagine for the podcast stories, was our beginnings in West Berlin, and then in California. If you have been following me since the start of “Finding Purpose”, you have heard excerpts from all of those tapes. In my documentary on YouTube, you have seen a few snippets from the old films. So far it's been a step by step adventure, of putting those treasures, into a podcast.  Believe me, there are a lot more things to uncover, so I try to be diligent in transporting the essence of those days.

James Nestor is an acclaimed science journalist and author of the international bestseller "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art." This conversation explores why so many of us breathe dysfunctionally—and how it may be connected to chronic ailments. We discuss breathing biomechanics, CO2 tolerance, the link between sleep-disordered breathing and ADHD in children, and practical techniques to optimize how you breathe. James also walks us through his Stanford experiment, where breathing only through his mouth precipitated sleep apnea within ten days, which completely reversed in 48 hours with nasal breathing. This one is packed with actionable tools you can implement immediately. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today's Sponsors: Rivian: Electric vehicles that keep the world adventurous forever

The Lost Art of Common Sense Live!In S5E3 we'll be talking about our 1A and 2A rights (being that many don't seem to know what they do and don't allow) the ongoing $hist show that is Minnesota, throwing out our winners and losers of the week, touching on the Happenens of the week and Matt reviews "The Rip".Pastor Jackson Lahmeyer Book: Chasing After the Wind. https://books.jacksonlahmeyer.com/products/chasing-after-the-windLinks to Barry D. Todd's Book: Stand Your Ground: One Man's Self-Defense Nightmare.https://standyourgroundbook.com/ The Founding Fathers Thought's on 2A Regulations: A Grok3 Extrapolationhttps://youtu.be/aflX6EjPSak?si=BJntRHHusTrQQKTGMerch Shop:https://www.etsy.com/shop/LostArtofCommonSense?ref=seller-platform-mcnavwww.yummytummybbq.com#CommonSense #democrat #republican #politics #moviereview #trump #news #winnersandlosers #happenings #funny #subversion

Yet another three hour Prog Spectacular lined up and ready to go including a BRAND NEW track from the Progfather himself - Peter Gabriel. Click play and enjoy your day - Steve & Lou xx   Playlist   Saga – Will It Be You (Live) G3P – Leftovers Blind Ego – Numb Lost In Psalms – 3 a.m. Breakdown Genesis – Eleventh Earl Of Mar Sky Architect – Sandwalker Ozric Tentacles – Switchback Hawkwind – The Future Never Waits Porcupine Tree – Phase III (Astralasia Dream State) Steven Wilson – Impossible Tightrope Neu – E-Musik Perfect Beasts – Genie's Out The Bottle Hallas – Above The Continuum Course Of Fate – Hiding From The Light Peter Gabriel – Put The Bucket Down Ian Neal – Late States

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After spending back-to-back VIP days with multiple multi-seven-figure leaders, Kelly noticed a powerful pattern: The businesses ready to scale fastest weren't missing strategy — they were missing identity. In today's episode, Kelly breaks down why backing up to the identity of your brand may be the most important move you make heading into 2026. In an economy where information is commoditized and AI is everywhere, the businesses that win are the ones that lead movements, not transactions. This episode will challenge you to rethink how you cast vision, create belonging, and build a brand people want to stay loyal to for years, and not just buy from once. In this episode, Kelly explores: Why logic alone no longer converts buyers (and, how movements outperform marketing tactics) The difference between customers who transact and customers who stick around How to create "stickiness" (and ultimately, lifetime value) through identity and conviction Why the heart and soul of your brand matter more than ever in 2026 TIMESTAMPS: 03:06 – 05:40 — What Kelly noticed after multiple VIP days with 7-figure CEOs 05:41 – 07:55 — Why growth stalls when identity isn't clear 07:56 – 10:20 — Logic vs. emotion: how people actually decide to buy 10:21 – 12:45 — Transactions vs. movements (and why LTV suffers) 12:46 – 15:05 — How identity creates brand "stickiness" 15:06 – 17:30 — Service-based businesses and the lost art of stewardship 17:31 – 18:55 — Why AI makes conviction and humanity non-negotiable RESOURCES: Grab your copy of Conviction Marketing: https://www.amazon.com/Conviction-Marketing-Kelly-Roach/dp/B09S259DWK Subscribe to Kelly's Substack channel: https://kellyroachofficial.substack.com/  Follow Kelly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyroachofficial/  Follow Kelly on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.roach.520/   Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyroachint/ 

URComped CEO Craig Shacklett sits down with true industry original Henry Pisano, Player Development OG and owner of Pisano Destinations, for a conversation that spans the evolution of casino hosting from the old-school days to today's data-driven world. From boiler rooms and handwritten player notes to the lost art of negotiation, relationship-building, and service beyond points, Henry shares legendary stories, hard-earned lessons, and timeless principles that defined player development at iconic properties like Bally's Park Place, Golden Nugget, Seminole Hard Rock, and more. This interview not only shares some fun stories about industry legends, but also pulls back the curtain on how hosts built loyalty before automation and recover poor player experiences. Learn more: https://trio360.vip/old-school-hosting-the-lost-art-of-player-development-with-henry-pisano/

The Lost Art of Common Sense Live!In S5E2 we'll be talking about the morons that stormed a church in order to protest ICE. We'll also be hitting on Trump's first year in office, his trip to the WEF, updates on Greenland, as well as other stories we found interesting the the Happenens of the week. Pastor Jackson Lahmeyer Book: Chasing After the Wind. https://books.jacksonlahmeyer.com/products/chasing-after-the-windLinks to Barry D. Todd's Book: Stand Your Ground: One Man's Self-Defense Nightmare.https://standyourgroundbook.com/ The Founding Fathers Thought's on 2A Regulations: A Grok3 Extrapolationhttps://youtu.be/aflX6EjPSak?si=BJntRHHusTrQQKTGMerch Shop:https://www.etsy.com/shop/LostArtofCommonSense?ref=seller-platform-mcnavwww.yummytummybbq.com#CommonSense #democrat #republican #politics #moviereview #trump #news #winnersandlosers #happenings #funny #subversion

SummaryIn this episode of the 3 Pillars podcast, Chase Tobin discusses the vital role of effective communication, emphasizing the importance of listening over speaking. He explores how true strength lies in control and restraint, and how listening is a mark of wisdom and a key leadership skill. The conversation delves into the spiritual discipline of listening, its impact on relationships, and how it fosters mental fortitude. Chase encourages listeners to embrace silence, cultivate humility, and recognize the power of their words, ultimately guiding them to become more Christ-like in their interactions.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Three Pillars Podcast07:26 Wisdom Begins with Listening14:40 Mental Fortitude Through Listening20:25 Listening and Physical Discipline27:00 The Power of Words33:03 The Lost Art of ListeningSUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW PODCAST CHANNEL HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@3PillarsPodcast Takeaways-A strong leader listens more than they speak.-Listening is essential for understanding and wisdom.-Control over one's emotions is a sign of strength.-Listening strengthens relationships and builds trust.-Effective communication requires patience and humility.-Listening is a spiritual discipline that connects us to God.-Silence allows for clarity and discernment.-People who speak less are often heard more.-Listening helps avoid misunderstandings and chaos.-Listening is a skill that can be developed and improved.God bless you all. Jesus is King. “But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭5‬:‭8‬ ‭KJV‬‬I appreciate all the comments, topic suggestions, and shares! Find the "3 Pillars Podcast" on all major platforms. For more information, visit the 3 Pillars Podcast website: https://3pillarspodcast.comDon't forget to check out the 3 Pillars Podcast on Goodpods and share your thoughts by leaving a rating and review: https://goodpods.app.link/3X02e8nmIub Please Support Veteran's For Child Rescue: https://vets4childrescue.org/ Join the conversation: #3pillarspodcast

the girlies are sharing big updates on taryn's fourth egg retrieval, discuss the pits of capitalism, and take listener calls. send us your gossip stories or ask for advice!call the PP hotline 323-577-8857 or email us at stayinguppod@gmail.comJoin our Patreon: http://patreon.com/StayingUpJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/am5t7kZTdRCam's shopmy https://shopmy.us/cammiescottTar's shopmy https://shopmy.us/tarynarnoldscottListen: https://stayingup.lnk.to/listenFollow: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayinguppodFollow Cam: https://www.instagram.com/cammiescott/Follow Tar: https://www.instagram.com/thetarynarnold/Contact for business inquires only:maddy@mpactgroupla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

the girlies are sharing big updates on taryn's fourth egg retrieval, discuss the pits of capitalism, and take listener calls. send us your gossip stories or ask for advice!call the PP hotline 323-577-8857 or email us at stayinguppod@gmail.comJoin our Patreon: http://patreon.com/StayingUpJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/am5t7kZTdRCam's shopmy https://shopmy.us/cammiescottTar's shopmy https://shopmy.us/tarynarnoldscottListen: https://stayingup.lnk.to/listenFollow: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayinguppodFollow Cam: https://www.instagram.com/cammiescott/Follow Tar: https://www.instagram.com/thetarynarnold/Contact for business inquires only:maddy@mpactgroupla.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Born in Tustin, California, James Nestor spent his teens surfing and playing in a straight-edge punk band called Care Unit. After graduating high school, he moved to the Bay Area, where he studied art and literature and earned an MFA.  Nestor's professional life began as a copywriter. Soon he moved into magazine journalism. His essays and features have appeared in Outside, Scientific American, The New York Times, The Atlantic, Dwell, The Surfer's Journal, and many others. His 2014 book, DEEP: Freediving, Renegade Science, and What the Ocean Tells Us About Ourselves, follows clans of extreme athletes, adventurers, and scientists as they plumb the ocean's depths and uncover surprising new discoveries. But his big book is, of course, 2020's Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, which explores the million-year-long history of how we humans have lost the ability to breathe properly, and why we're suffering from various maladies because of it. Along with drawing on thousands of years of medical texts and recent cutting-edge studies in pulmonology, psychology, biochemistry, and human physiology, Nestor also found answers in the muddy digs of ancient burial sites, secret Soviet facilities, New Jersey choir schools, and the smoggy streets of Sao Paulo. In sum, Breath turns the conventional wisdom of what we thought we knew about our most basic biological function on its head. Nestor has been a guest speaker at Stanford Medical School, Harvard Medical School, Yale School of Medicine, and the United Nations. He currently lives in Portugal.  In this episode of Soundings, Nestor talks with Jamie Brisick about the fundamentals of breathwork, Ocean Beach, growing up in Orange County, his early days as a reporter, the values of freediving, and writing books. Produced by Jonathan Shifflett. Music by PazKa (Aska Matsumiya & Paz Lenchantin).

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The Lost Art of Common Sense Live!In S5E1 we'll be talkng about the Maduro Capture, Minnesota, Protesters, Iran, the Supreme Court and any other crazy stuff that has gone down in the 1st 15 days of the year!Pastor Jackson Lahmeyer Book: Chasing After the Wind. https://books.jacksonlahmeyer.com/products/chasing-after-the-windLinks to Barry D. Todd's Book: Stand Your Ground: One Man's Self-Defense Nightmare.https://standyourgroundbook.com/ The Founding Fathers Thought's on 2A Regulations: A Grok3 Extrapolationhttps://youtu.be/aflX6EjPSak?si=BJntRHHusTrQQKTGMerch Shop:https://www.etsy.com/shop/LostArtofCommonSense?ref=seller-platform-mcnavwww.yummytummybbq.com#CommonSense #democrat #republican #politics #moviereview #trump #news #winnersandlosers #happenings #funny #subversion

Joe Piscopo guides listeners through a celebratory exploration of Frank Sinatra's concept albums, emphasizing the artistic cohesion and emotional depth of the singer's curated collections. Interweaving iconic tracks like "Under My Skin" and "Come Fly with Me," Piscopo highlights Sinatra's unique way with a phrase and the legendary collaborations with arrangers like Nelson Riddle and Billy May. The program further enriches the portrait of the legendary crooner by referencing Bill Zehme's book, The Lost Art of Living, sharing intimate anecdotes that showcase Sinatra's extraordinary life and heart as a loyal friend and dedicated father. Through a blend of nostalgic music, listener call-ins, and personal reflections, the show serves as a warm tribute to the enduring legacy of the "Chairman of the Board" during a cold winter night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, we introduced our new Five Minute Warning Hall of Fame! We also decided to have our own "Versus" contest and of course, we put our spin on it. Also, what song has the most begging in it? The answers will enlighten you...

ABOUT JENNIFER:LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejenniferwalsh/ Websites:https://www.walkwithwalsh.comBio:For nearly 30 years, Jennifer has been at the forefront of transformative movements in beauty, retail, & biophilic design. As a consummate innovator, she has been dedicated to reimagining the human experience, whether through pioneering retail concepts, creating immersive outdoor experiences, or driving biophilic design solutions across industries.In the 1990s, Jennifer founded Beauty Bar, the first experiential omni-channel beauty brand in the U.S., introducing open-sell environments, curbside service, and men's skincare departments, concepts that reshaped how people shop for beauty. This trailblazing work integrated biophilic principles long before they became mainstream, earning recognition as an industry innovator. After selling Beauty Bar ultimately purchased by Amazon in 2011, she continued to build groundbreaking businesses and brands, always staying ahead of the curve. Another first was created in 2014 with Pride & Glory, a collegiate beauty brand. Today, she guides large and small scale biophilic design projects to create spaces that promote human flourishing. From Recharge Rooms to retail spaces, homes, schools, and urban landscapes, her work transforms environments into ecosystems of opportunity. All inspired from lived experiences. Jennifer helps organizations leverage the neuroscience of nature to enhance experiences, foster resilience, and build deeper connections within their organizations.SHOW INTRO:Welcome to Episode 84! of the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast…In every episode we follow our catch phrase of having “Dynamic Dialogues About DATA: Design, Architecture, Technology and the Arts.” And as we continue on this journey, we'll have guests that are thought provoking futurists, AI technology mavens, retailers, international hotel design executives as well as designers and architects of brand experience places.We'll talk with authors and people focused on wellness and sustainable design practices as well as neuroscientists who will continue to help us look at the built environment and the connections betw een our mind-body and the built world around us.We'll also have guests who are creative marketing masters from international brands and people who have started and grown some of the companies that are striking a new path for us follow.If you like what you hear on the NXTLVL Experience Design show, make sure to subscribe, like, comment and share with colleagues, friends and family.The NXTLVL Experience Design podcast is always grateful for the support of VMSD magazine.VMSD brings us, in the brand experience world, the International Retail Design Conference. I think the IRDC is one of the best retail design conferences that there is bringing together the world of retailers, brands and experience place makers every year for two days of engaging conversations and pushing us to keep on talking about what makes retailing relevant. You will find the archive of the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast on VMSD.com.Thanks also goes to Shop Association the only global retail trade association dedicated to elevating the in-store experience. SHOP Association represents companies and affiliates from 25 countries and brings value to their members through research, networking, education, events and awards. Check then out on SHOPAssociation.org Today, EPISODE 84… I talk with Jennifer Walsh who for nearly 30 years, has been at the forefront of transformative movements in beauty, retail, & biophilic design. Jennifer is an innovator, and has been dedicated to reimagining the human experience, whether through pioneering retail concepts, creating immersive outdoor experiences, or driving biophilic design solutions across industries.Talking about biophilic design isn't new on the podcast, this time though we bolt on retailing, neuroscience and experience. This conversation is more introspective and looks at one's motivation to change to considering our environments and biophilic design from the point of view of sense of well-being and personal growth.We'll get there in a minute but... first a few thoughts…*                     *                          *                          *If you go back to the early episodes of the podcast, you'll come across Bill Browning. Bill and I connected while I was working the hospitality industry and focusing my efforts on the redesign of the Westin guestroom and lobby design strategy.Bill's world is Biophilic – both literally and philosophically, may be even existentially. He literally wrote the book on Biophilic Design's 14 principles, which now includes a 15th with the addition of ‘Awe,' and he has written a more recent publication with Katie Ryan called “Nature Inside,” it is a terrific handbook to implementing Biophilic design principles in built environments.I think a lot about the design of places where nature has been completely eliminated - think major downtown cities in any corner of the world.It is also not lost on me that when I sit working in my Home Office I have the extraordinarily good fortune to lookout on 2 1/2 acres of green space with a rolling hill down towards a creek that when it rains particularly hard overflows and becomes a small river in my backyard. But this point of view to my backyard and the way I feel sitting on my deck having a morning coffee is not just about the warm feeling of my cup in my hands but that there are key principles of biophilic design at play - namely refuge and prospect. Being exposed daily to these perspectives towards a forest at the back of my property I have an immediate body sense of calm, wonder and awe.I see sun rises to the left of my property and sun sets to the right. The re are Canada geese that, like clockwork, fly over my backyard every fall as they migrate South. I'm attuned to the textures and colors of the sky and the varying degrees of light intensity - bright and brilliant and dreary and diffused.All of these features of a natural world have the effect of putting me at ease.In the past few years, I've begun to connect that mind body experience, the somatic experience of natural places, with what I understand about neuroscience and our long evolutionary history of living the largest proportion of our human development among trees - in a real jungle versus the concrete ones that we have now built all around us.It's no surprise that the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku – forest bathing – is actually therapeutic. When we immerse ourselves in a forest atmosphere, using all five senses to connect with nature, we are promoting stress reduction and well-being. Slowing down, and taking mindful walks, appreciating sights, sounds, and smells is so good for us and yet many of us, especially those who are city dwellers, rush from place to place making sure to stay on the clock moving from one appointment to the next and filling our schedules every day with a mind-numbing number of things to check off on our To Do List Taking a moment to disconnect from technology calms the mind and body and has proven benefits like lower stress hormones and boosting immunity.The multi layered, highly textured and colored natural environments that we have evolved from, are often being replaced by environments of banality that actually have deep psychological effects when we are continually exposed to boring buildings.Bringing this intuitive sense, that natural environments support well-being, into the design of built environments, and intentionally creating places that reference biophilic principles, often proves very hard to do in a world where efficiency and productivity leading to increased profitability are what we are taught to drive towards as a reflection of success.Many times, adding plants to a space is an afterthought, like decoration, to make things look better - but they are not really being incorporated as a strategy for building environments to enhance well-being. Interestingly though, when people learn more about how to apply biophilic principles, beyond simply introducing plants as a nod to creating more nature-based experiences, they begin to also understand that their assumptions about adding additional cost may not be well founded. If you consider designing with nature in mind from the get-go, incorporating principles of biophilic design in the places we build as part of the strategy, then managing the costs is totally achievable.Anthropologie stores are a great example of introducing living green walls to their stores. Too be sure, these are not without expense both in their implementation and maintenance but the effect of walking up the grand staircase with this green wall rising from floor to ceiling across multiple levels feels wonderful. I still remember one of my first experiences in the Anthropologie store on Regent Street in London and have since sought to find similar experiences in other retail stores around the world. Design ideas like the green walls in Anthropologie stores is a conscious, intentional, move that enhances experience as well as environmental air quality. We simply feel better when we were places like this and if that turns into reduced absenteeism of associates or increased customer visits then… all the better. There's no question that being under a wash of fluorescent light standing on hard surfaces or sitting in cubicles is perhaps one of the worst ways to be productive and happy in our workplaces. I would imagine that sales associates in Anthropologie stores generally feel better than in big boxes with uniform high intensity lighting, relentless aisles of merchandise, hard surfaces and stale air with no natural sunlight.Full disclosure, when I look back over my career of designing retail places, very infrequently has the design team spent time considering what it would be like to be a sales associate in one of these places. Standing for hours on end in environments that are depleting leads to poor interactions between sales teams and customers. Seems kind of obvious but when people feel better in their workplaces, they're more likely to translate that to positive interactions with guests. More positive interactions with guests could naturally lead to larger basket size and increased number of return visits. All good if you're a retailerAnd yet, we seldom see retail places that fully embrace ideas that support well-being through the strategic introduction of biophilic design principles.New disciplines in the world of neuroscience like neuroaesthetics are beginning to be more widely accepted in the design community and there is a broader recognition about the positive effects of creating environments that apply principles of biophilia that enhance a sense of well-being. And while there is a growing trend of wider adoption of neuroaesthetics we need to keep on beating the drum about environments that are actually good for us.This is where the story leads to my guest Jennifer Walsh.In the 1990s, Jennifer founded Beauty Bar, the first experiential omni-channel beauty brand in the U.S., introducing open-sell environments, curbside service, and men's skincare departments - concepts that reshaped how people shop for beauty. Jennifer says that she just wanted people to feel good when they came into her store and she somehow intuitively knew that introducing elements of biophilia, though I'm not sure that we actually even had a name for it back then, into her store, would attract people, have them stay longer and return more often.Jennifer's integration of biophilic principles, long before they became mainstream, earned her recognition as an industry innovator. After Beauty Bar was ultimately purchased by Amazon in 2011, she continued to build groundbreaking businesses and brands, always staying ahead of the curve.Today, she guides large and small scale biophilic design projects to create spaces that promote human flourishing. In retail spaces, homes, schools, and urban landscapes, her work transforms environments into ecosystems of opportunity. All inspired from lived experiences. Jennifer helps organizations leverage the neuroscience of nature to enhance experiences, foster resilience, and build deeper connections within their organizations.ABOUT DAVID KEPRON:LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/david-kepron-9a1582bWebsites: https://www.davidkepron.com    (personal website)vmsd.com/taxonomy/term/8645  (Blog)Email: david.kepron@NXTLVLexperiencedesign.comTwitter: DavidKepronPersonal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidkepron/NXTLVL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nxtlvl_experience_design/Bio:David Kepron the Retail Studio Principal for the architecture and design firm Little (https://www.littleonline.com). He is a multifaceted creative professional with a deep curiosity to understand ‘why', ‘what's now' and ‘what's next'. He brings together his background as an architect, artist, educator, author, podcast host and builder to the making of meaningful and empathically-focused, community-centric customer connections at brand experience places around the globe. David is a former VP - Global Design Strategies at Marriott International. While at Marriott, his focus was on the creation of compelling customer experiences within Marriott's “Premium Distinctive” segment which included: Westin, Renaissance, Le Meridien, Autograph Collection, Tribute Portfolio, Design Hotels and Gaylord hotels. In 2020 Kepron founded NXTLVL Experience Design, a strategy and design consultancy, where he combines his multidisciplinary approach to the creation of relevant brand engagements with his passion for social and cultural anthropology, neuroscience and emerging digital technologies. As a frequently requested international speaker at corporate events and international conferences focusing on CX, digital transformation, retail, hospitality, emerging technology, David shares his expertise on subjects ranging from consumer behaviors and trends, brain science and buying behavior, store design and visual merchandising, hotel design and strategy as well as creativity and innovation. In his talks, David shares visionary ideas on how brand strategy, brain science and emerging technologies are changing guest expectations about relationships they want to have with brands and how companies can remain relevant in a digitally enabled marketplace. David currently shares his experience and insight on various industry boards including: VMSD magazine's Editorial Advisory Board, the Interactive Customer Experience Association, Sign Research Foundation's Program Committee as well as the Center For Retail Transformation at George Mason University.He has held teaching positions at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.), the Department of Architecture & Interior Design of Drexel University in Philadelphia, the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising (L.I.M.) in New York, the International Academy of Merchandising and Design in Montreal and he served as the Director of the Visual Merchandising Department at LaSalle International Fashion School (L.I.F.S.) in Singapore.  In 2014 Kepron published his first book titled: “Retail (r)Evolution: Why Creating Right-Brain Stores Will Shape the Future of Shopping in a Digitally Driven World” and he is currently working on his second book to be published soon. I caught up with Bryan at the SHOP Marketplace event in Charlotte and chatted about his focus on shaping what comes next in digital signage and experiential design. The NXTLVL Experience Design podcast is presented by VMSD magazine and Smartwork Media. It is hosted and executive produced by David Kepron. Our original music and audio production is by Kano Sound. The content of this podcast is copywrite to David Kepron and NXTLVL Experience Design. Any publication or rebroadcast of the content is prohibited without the expressed written consent of David Kepron and NXTLVL Experience Design.Make sure to tune in for more NXTLVL “Dialogues on DATA: Design Architecture Technology and the Arts” wherever you find your favorite podcasts and make sure to visit vmsd.com and look for the tab for the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast there too.

In today's episode, I explore an important topic in modern parenting: the importance of struggle, and how easily it's being lost in a world shaped by convenience, technology, and AI. While AI is part of the conversation, this episode goes deeper, focusing on what happens when children no longer get enough practice doing hard things.I explain why struggle is not a problem to eliminate, but a critical part of healthy brain development. When kids wrestle with challenges, frustration, effort, and uncertainty, they build resilience, problem-solving skills, emotional regulation, and confidence. These capacities don't come from ease or shortcuts, they come from experience.The episode gently challenges the instinct to smooth the path too much for our children, especially when tools like AI can quickly remove discomfort. Throughout the conversation, the message is clear: kids don't need life to be harder, but they do need meaningful struggle. When parents stay present, encouraging, and regulated, children learn that they can tolerate difficulty and come out stronger on the other side.Jennifer's Takeaways:The Importance of Struggle in Parenting (00:00)Understanding Dopamine and Its Role in Motivation (00:48)The Impact of Technology on Children's Motivation (03:37)The Concept of Optimal Frustration (05:33)The Role of AI in Education and Parenting (09:13)Building Resilience and Mental Health (14:13)The Importance of Valuing the Process Over the Outcome (14:50)The Role of Parents in Guiding Children's Development (19:44)The Impact of AI on Emotional Maturity and Resilience (19:56)Meet Jennifer KolariJennifer Kolari is the host of the “Connected Parenting” weekly podcast and the co-host of “The Mental Health Comedy” podcast. Kolari is a frequent guest on Nationwide morning shows and podcasts in the US and Canada. Her advice can also be found in many Canadian and US magazines such as; Today's Parent, Parents Magazine and Canadian Family.Kolari's powerful parenting model is based on the neurobiology of love, teaching parents how to use compassion and empathy as powerful medicine to transform challenging behavior and build children's emotional resilience and emotional shock absorbers.Jennifer's wisdom, quick wit and down to earth style help parents navigate modern-day parenting problems, offering real-life examples as well as practical and effective tools and strategies.Her highly entertaining, inspiring workshops are shared with warmth and humour, making her a crowd-pleasing speaker with schools, medical professionals, corporations and agencies throughout North America, Europe and Asia.One of the nation's leading parenting experts, Jennifer Kolari, is a highly sought- after international speaker and the founder of Connected Parenting. A child and family therapist with a busy practice based in San Diego and Toronto, Kolari is also the author of Connected Parenting: How to Raise A Great Kid (Penguin Group USA and Penguin Canada, 2009) and You're Ruining My Life! (But Not Really): Surviving the Teenage Years with Connected Parenting (Penguin Canada, 2011).

In an ever-increasingly digitized world, isolation from true community has become the reality of many. God has a better vision for His people – a way of life that makes people members of each other through their connection to Christ. Listen in as Pastor Brian Davies talks about the Christian community as remedy for isolation.   Bio: Brian Davies serves as pastor of Lord of Glory Lutheran Church in Grayslake, Illinois, and as chaplain for the Grayslake Fire District and the Round Lake Fire Protection District. Rev. Davies graduated from Concordia River Forest (now Concordia Chicago) in 2002, studying communications and biblical languages, and then went on to earn his master of divinity at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. He is the author of Captivating Conversations: How Christians can Reclaim the Lost Art of Listening (CPH, 2024) and Connected to Christ: Overcoming Isolation through Community (CPH, 2021). He is married to his wife, Elizabeth, who serves as the Mayor of Grayslake. Together they have three children: Kate, Megan, and Luke.  Resources: Email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org LCMS Life Ministry: lcms.org/life LCMS Family Ministry: lcms.org/family Find Rev. Brian Davies' books at cph.org     Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

Episode Highlights With LeediaWhy sugar isn't the only problem when it comes to kids' oral health and it isn't even the main thingIt's the microbiome, not the sugar, and what to know about this in kidsThe things that are just as bad as sugar for our kids' teethSafe forms of toothbrushes and oral care for babies and kidsHow to reverse early dental cavities The one most important thing she would tell new moms (hint: it's about breathing)Breastfeeding is the first orthodontic treatmentWhat it means if your baby or child is grinding their teeth and what to do about itSigns to pay attention to early on for kids that are related to mouth breathing and airway obstructionWhat the proper position for the tongue is and what to do if yours isn't naturally thereHer top tips for parents and special tips for teens What to know about ADD and ADHD medications, related concerns, and a lesser-known possible dental link. Check for mouth breathing. The symptoms are often similar.Resources MentionedBreath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James NestorSleep Wrecked Kids by Sharon Moore7 Essential Tips for Optimal Oral Health For Ages 0-18Reversing Dental Cavities In Kids CourseDr Leedia's website and her Instagram

This week we're talking about Elsie's new newsletter, why newsletters are sometimes even better than blogs, and our advice for how to make your newsletter stand out if you're starting your own. We are also going to be debating a listener hot take that's about homeschooling. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Head to Talkiatry.com/mess and complete the short assessment to get matched with an in network psychiatrist in just a few minutes. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Shopify.com/abm   Check out Elsie's newsletter: https://www.elsielarson.com/   Check out Elise's newsletter: https://www.elisejoy.com/   What will the newsletter be: Cozy Curious Photos of crafts and things she's making Stories and essays Life updates Entertaining   What the newsletter won't be: Writing DIYs Not written by AI   You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.  

Chronic disease, anxiety, ADHD, and even the shape of a person's face could be consequences of dysfunctional breathing. And most of us, it turns out, are doing it wrong – but it's never too late to fix it. Sanjay sits down with journalist James Nestor to discuss the fifth anniversary edition of Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, and how simple changes to the way we breathe can start improving our health right away.     Our show was produced by Jesse Remedios.  Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Amanda Sealy Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Has an underrated way to improve health been right under our noses all along? James Nestor, journalist and New York Times bestselling author of Breath – The New Science of a Lost Art, was shocked when he discovered that the majority of the population breathes inadequately, reportedly exposing them to a higher risk of allergies, sleep problems, and more. His new book considers both ancient practices and ongoing research, while providing tangible solutions that could help improve your life today.  Our talk is a blend of eye-opening science, fascinating stories, and specific steps you can take to breathe easier while living a good life. Please share it with a friend!  RESOURCES + BOOKS MENTIONED: Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@herstarringrole Follow + Listen, + Review: APPLE PODCASTS Follow + Listen, + Review: SPOTIFY PODCASTS Join Michele's Newsletter + Get a List of 52-Selfcare Tips   GUEST INFORMATION "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art" by James Nestor www.mrjamesnestor.com @mrjamesnestor on Instagram @MrJamesNestor on Twitter   If you enjoyed today's show, please share it with a friend. Also, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast player!   *The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.  

This is our annual book episode! Angie and Trevor discuss the books they enjoyed in 2025, top picks for both fiction and nonfiction. Links Mentioned in This Episode Run Coaching. Work with an expert MTA running Coach. MetPro.co -For the first time ever, MetPro is offering MTA listeners a full 30-day experience for just $95 with absolutely no strings attached! See what it's like working with your own metabolic coach. Limited to the first 30 people. Altra Running -Altra shoes are designed to fit the natural shape of feet with room for your toes, for comfort, balance, and strength. So you focus on what really matters:  Getting out there. AG1 Next Gen has new flavors: Citrus, Tropical, and Berry. Get a free Welcome Kit with your first order which includes 5 AG1 Travel Packs, a shaker bottle, metal canister, and a bottle of AG Vitamin D3+K2. The Book Episode: Our Top Reads in 2025 Angie got through a total of 241 books in 2025 (95 fiction and 146 nonfiction)(audio=144, hardcopy=94, ebook=3). Authors We Interviewed on the Podcast Here are the books we featured on the podcast this year. See links to the author interviews. Think Like a Runner by Jeff Horowitz How to Run the Perfect Race by Matt Fitzgerald The Norwegian Method by Brad Culp The Explorer's Gene by Alex Hutchinson Ballistic by Henry Abbott Extreme Balance by Joe DeSena The Runaway Housewives of the Appalachian Trail by Kitty Robinson Fuel for Thought by Renee McGregor Don't Call it a Comeback by Keira D'Amato Lootie's World Run by Marie Leautey The Running Ground by Nicolas Thompson Angie's Top 10 Non-Fiction Reads: The Art of Memoir by Mary Karr Memoir is one of my favorite genres and this book takes a peak behind the scenes on writing an engaging memoir. In fact, Mary Karr weaves in so many personal antidotes that it doesn't feel like a how-to book at all. Some of the core principles she talks about have to do with dealing with the truth as you remember it, turning vulnerability into art, and finding your unique story. Everyone from the causal reader to someone who wants to write a memoir will enjoy this book. Awake by Jen Hatmaker I've followed Jen Hatmakes on Instagram for a number of years and she has a very funny and relatable way of sharing her life. Her latest book is a memoir and talks about the dissolution of her 25 year marriage and how she had to come awake to many important areas in her life as a result. Bad Therapy- Why The Kids aren't Growing Up by Abigail Shrier The author is an investigative journalist who argues that aspects of the mental health industry is harming American children, not helping them but over-diagnosing and over-treating normal struggles. It's important to get children the mental health help that they need but Shrier warns that normal development challenges and emotions are sometimes mislabeled as mental disorders which can lead children to adopt an “illness identity.” It Didn't Start With You -How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle by Mark Wolynn This book talks about how trauma and epigenetic are linked. Trauma can change how our genes work and influence stress responses, health, and mood and these alterations can be passed down to future generations, which can help explain intergenerational trauma. This was a very eye opening book and helpful for anyone processing struggles linked to family history. The Marvelous Pigness of Pigs by Joel Salatin Since reading Michael Pollan's book, The Omnivore's Dilemma, I've been working on getting the meat our family eats from ethically sustainable sources. Joel Salatin, owner and operator of Polyface Farms, makes the case for how farming and ranching practices need to change (for the good of the environment, the animals, the farmer, and society in general). Inner Excellence by Jim Murphy This is a book that was first published back in 2009 and was updated in 2020. It has been used by many professional athletes and high achievers to develop a stronger mental and emotional game. NFL player, A.J. Brown of the Philadelphia Eagles, was filmed reading this book on the sidelines of a January 2025 playoff game and the book started selling thousands of copies. Some of the principles in the book that resonated with me were detaching self-worth from outcomes so that your identity isn't tied to results or achievements. Instead of asking, “How did I do?” Ask, “What did I learn.” Another important take-away was learning to gain control over my inner world. We don't have to believe everything our mind tells us. Yes, we should recognize emotions and thoughts but come back to our core values to develop self-mastery. Estrogen Matters -Why Taking Hormones in Menopause Can Improve Women's Well-Being and Lengthen Their Lives- Without Raising the Risk of Breast Cancer (Revised and Updated) by Avrum Bluming and Carol Tavris As a woman in perimenopause I've been educating myself on how to make this transition in life work for me. As a result I started using HRT two years ago and it has improved my life physically, mentally, and emotionally. Thankfully the FDA removed the black box warning on HRT in 2025 after years of misinformation. This book is a must read for women in their mid-30's and up, those who have experienced surgical menopause, or anyone who wants to understand the role of estrogen more completely. From Strength to Strength– Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life by Arthur C. Brooks Brooks is a Harvard professor and happiness columnist for The Atlantic. He draws on philosophy, social science, biography, and spirituality to offer a helpful roadmap for aging well in the second half of life. In order to embrace, and not fight, the inevitable decline we need to redefine success (moving away from being primarily validated by money or job titles) and look to internal measures like a deeper sense of purpose, wisdom, strong relationships, and service to others. Nuclear War: A Scenario by Annie Jacobson Annie Jacobson is one of those authors from which I will read anything she writes. In the rather bleak (but fascinating) book she lays out the history of nuclear programs throughout the world and presents a scenario in which nuclear weapons are used. Spoiler alert- there are no good outcomes. Breath- The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor I've struggled with allergies since childhood, dealing with a lot of nasal congestion. As a result I was a mouth breather and this book challenged me to take a look at my breathing patterns and make some changes. Over the course of a year I trained myself to breathe through my nose during the day (but nighttime was a bigger challenge). A few months ago I started using mouth tape at night (and an airflow clip nasal dilator called Snore Less Now to open up my airway). I've experienced better mouth hygiene and deeper sleep as a result. Honorable Mentions (nonfiction) Hidden Potential by Adam Grant All the Way to the River by Elizabeth Gilbert Slow Productivity by Cal Newport Evidence Not Seen by Darlene Deibler Rose Revenge of The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins Invisible Women by Caroline Criado Perez Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green You Could Make This Place Beautiful by Maggie Smith The Next Conversation by Jefferson Fisher Angie's Top 10 Fiction Reads: The Grey Wolf by Louise Penny (#19 in the Armand Gamache series) If you enjoy mysteries and thrillers this series is excellent. I've particularly enjoyed listening to them on audiobook since I'm not a French speaker and would probably mispronounce many names and places otherwise. The Life Impossible by Matt Haig I've enjoyed every book that author Matt Haig has written and this one was no exception. The Life Impossible follows a retired math teacher named Grace who is grieving the loss of her husband and son. She receives an unexpected inheritance which forces her outside her comfort zone, helping her to deal with her past and find new purpose for the future. Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver This book is a modern retelling of Charles Dicken's David Coperfield. It follows a boy named Damon Fields who is born into poverty in modern rural Appalachia. He has a very tumultuous life particularly because of the weakness of the foster care system. The book deals with some very heavy subjects but it's ultimately a story of resilience and the power of finding hope in community and through art. The Burning White by Brent Weeks This is the fifth and final book in the Lightbringer Series, a modern fantasy set in a world governed by light and the magic of Chromaturgy. In this world, some people called drafters have the ability to harness light to create a physical substance called “luxin.” Each color has unique powers and identity and the drafter is changed over time. Red Rising Series by Pierce Brown My teens had read this series a few years ago so I was a bit late to the game. But once I finished the first book, Red Rising, I devoured the other five in this fantasy/sci-fi series and am eagerly waiting for the final book to be released next summer. The series centers on class warfare because of a rigid caste system and the main character gets involved in an attempted revolution. This fast paced series is full of action, violence and is set in space. The Measure by Nikki Erlick In this book everyone who reaches a specific age receives a box revealing their lifespan. The story follows eight people who wrestle with the decision whether to open their boxes or not and what to do with the information they get. Ultimately it's an uplifting book that encourages us to live life to the fullest. Twice by Mitch Albom This is a magical realism novel about a boy named Alfie who discovers that he gets two chances at everything in his life. It's a very engaging storyline (which kept me guessing until the end). It really made me see even more value in imperfection and that growth comes from learning. Marble Hall Murders by Anthony Horowitz This mystery follows freelance editor Susan Ryleland who finds herself unwillingly entangled in the death of an author whose book she is working on. I enjoy a mystery that keeps me guessing. The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai I enjoyed the audiobook version of this book which follows the story of Sonia and Sunny who are both Indian immigrants to the United States who are navigating love, family, country, class, and race. Trevor's Top Reads in 2025: Trevor managed to finish 41 books last year. These ones rose to the top: How the Irish Saved Civilization -The Untold Story of Ireland’s Heroic Role from the Fall of Rome to the Rise of Medieval Europe by Thomas Cahill. Basically, the Irish saved civilization because their monasteries preserved classical texts, learning, and book making after the fall of the Roman Empire. Irish monks later established monasteries on continental Europe which became centers of learning. American Nations -A History of the Eleven Rival Regional Cultures of North America by Colin Woodard. This was a paradigm shaping book, it provides the best explanation for regional differences in the USA. As You Wish -Inconceivable Tales from the Making of The Princess Bride (1987) by Cary Elwes. If you love the movie, listen to the audio book to Cary Elwes and other cast members share behind-the-scenes stories. The Shortest History of Ancient Rome -A Millennium of Western Civilization, from Kingdom to Republic to Empire: A Retelling for Our Times by Ross King. Trevor is a big fan of the Shortest History series because they provide a short overviews without getting too myopic or tedious. Mark Twain by Ron Chernow. This is a 1,200 page tome or 45 hours on audio book. Fun fact! Twain smoked between 22-40 cigars per day. Let’s end with some Mark Twain quotes: “The only way to keep your health is to eat what you don't want, drink what you don't like, and do what you'd druther not.” “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter”. “Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience.”  “The man who does not read good books has no advantage over the man who cannot read them”.

Ever felt that ache of reaching out endlessly, yet still standing alone in a crowded room? You're not alone, true connection is the heartbeat nonprofits are missing right now.In this episode of Shifts in 2026, Susan McPherson, author of The Lost Art of Connecting and Founder + CEO of McPherson Strategies—returns with her signature warmth and wisdom to explore the deeper meaning of connection in today's world. Together, they dive into the "reconnection era," shifting nonprofits from communication overload to dialog that rebuilds trust, sparks belonging, and tackles the loneliness epidemic head-on.Susan shares eye-opening stats, candid truths on AI's limits, and a heartfelt playbook—from leading with twice-as-much listening and empathy, to simple local salons, skills-based volunteering, and brave vulnerability. It's honest, hilarious, and that rare human spark that leaves you lighter and ready to show up differently.If you're craving deeper ties with your team, donors, and community, this one's pure gold.Episode Highlights: Understanding Loneliness and Disconnection (04:25)Evolving Perspectives on Connection (12:11)Shifting from Communication to Connection (15:41)Actionable Steps for Nonprofit Leaders (24:06)Susan's One Good Thing + Homework (25:00)Episode Shownotes: www.wearforgood.com/episode/672//Join the We Are For Good Community—completely free.Join fellow changemakers, share takeaways from this working session, and keep collaborating in a space built for connection, inspiration, and real impact: www.weareforgoodcommunity.com Say hi

Are we too busy to think or just out of practice?Scott Burgmeyer and Tammy Rogers dive into one of the most overlooked skills in today's workplace: thinking. From the rise of “non-thinking” archetypes to the danger of lizard brain decision-making, they explore why so many leaders and employees are stuck in reactive loops; and how to break out of them.Scott shares his signature Swiss cheese analogy to explain how systems thinking can prevent blame culture and improve decision-making. Tammy reframes the idea that "there's no time to think," showing how intentional reflection is a competitive advantage. If you want to lead with clarity, think more critically, and get better at making decisions that matter, this episode will give you the tools and mental models to start.Topics explored in this episode:(05:15) Critical Thinking Skills -- A Dying Art?*Tammy asks the important question of ‘why aren't people thinking'?*What is ‘Thinking' really? Scott explains*Tammy shares some common ‘non-thinking' archetypes.*Having a thought vs. thinking are two very different things.(14:00) Moving Out of Lizard Brain Thinking*It's important to ask growth questions: What worked/what didn't work.*Recognizing your logical fallacies is how you grow.*Apply the ‘learning/thinking' lesson in other areas and categories of life.*What's more likely to go wrong? --Some people take this the wrong way.(22:10) The Swiss Cheese Analogy*Scott shares his swiss cheese analogy and how it connects to thinking.*We sometimes find scapegoats to shift blame on instead of the actual system that lead up to the mistakes.*Our brains fill in the gaps and make assumptions all the time.*Although we frequently notice subconscious and intuitive cues, we tend to ignore them(34:30) I Don't Have Time to Think*Things are just too busy to slow down just to think? Tammy reframes this perspective.*Thinking is all about expanding value to you and those around you.*You're rewarded by how quickly and how WELL you make decisions.Thanks to Scott Burgmeyer & Tammy Rogers for being on the show!Connect with Scott & Tammy: https://www.becomemoregp.comScott's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burgy/Tammy's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammerarogers/Book: Think: The Road Less Traveled by Scott Burgmeyer & Tammy RogersBill Gallagher, Scaling Coach and host of the Scaling Up Business podcast, is an international business coach who works with C-Suite leaders to achieve breakthrough growth.Join Bill in the Growth Navigator Coaching Program: https://ScalingCoach.com/workshopBill on LinkedIn: https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/BillGallBill on YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/@BillGallagherScalingCoachVisit https://ScalingUp.com to learn more about Verne Harnish, our team of Scaling Up Coaches, and the Scaling Up Performance Platform, which includes coaching, learning, software, and summit. We share how the...

This week we're sharing our goals for the new year and our process for creating tactile vision boards. We'll get a little woo-woo and share our experiences with manifesting and debating a literary hot take. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at masterclass.com/abeautifulmess Emma's goals for 2026: Query The Wedding Photographer Write first draft of Sundaes are for Lovers Write first draft of "Icon" Do a quarterly visual art project Cook her way through a cookbook Elsie's goals for 2026: Query The Surrealist (hoping to get a fiction agent and then sell the book) Complete "Project Lighthouse" Launch my weekly newsletter: The Lost Arts - sign up at elsielarson.com Be active on social media (have a professional relationship with it) A lot of small goals like create mini routines, take photos every day, get nails done, read 52 books and go on walks You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.  

It's that time of year again—the School of Motion End of Year Podcast is here, and this one is our longest yet... by a lot. Buckle up for an in-depth look at everything that shaped motion design in 2025, and a look ahead to 2026!

As artists, we go through several phases on our way to creating pieces. It all starts with this period of play and discovery that I call the exploratory phase, and to talk about it with me are Growth Studio members Sabrina Setaro, Alyssa Marquez, and Jess Fredrick.In this roundtable episode of The Savvy Painter Podcast, you'll go on a deep dive into the first stage of artistic creation: the exploratory phase. Sabrina, Alyssa, Jess, and I will discuss what happens in this stage and what they've discovered about their work in the process, techniques to balance play with purpose during your exploration, how they avoid overwhelm and overthinking during this discovery phase, and more!Support the showAnd hey - if this episode hit home, do me a favor, leave a review on Apple Podcast or come say hi on Instagram: @savvypainterpodcastI'd love to hear this episode resonated you. ❤️

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