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Fluent Fiction - Catalan: A Love Beyond Distance: Oriol's Quest for the Perfect Gift Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2026-06-01-07-38-19-ca Story Transcript:Ca: El tren va arribar a l'estació, i Oriol es va obrir pas entre la multitud.En: The train arrived at the station, and Oriol made his way through the crowd.Ca: La gent movia maletes amunt i avall mentre l'olor de cafè impregna l'aire.En: People were moving suitcases up and down while the smell of coffee filled the air.Ca: Estava ansiós per trobar el regal perfecte per a Laia, la seva parella.En: He was anxious to find the perfect gift for Laia, his partner.Ca: Malauradament, la distància era un repte constant en la seva relació.En: Unfortunately, the distance was a constant challenge in their relationship.Ca: Ara era primavera, i el sol brillava a través dels amples finestrals de l'estació, il·luminant els rostres dels viatgers.En: It was now spring, and the sun shone through the wide station windows, illuminating the faces of travelers.Ca: Júlia, la seva amiga de confiança, estava al seu costat.En: Júlia, his trusted friend, was at his side.Ca: Ella sempre sabia com animar-lo.En: She always knew how to cheer him up.Ca: "Oriol, no et preocupis tant.En: "Oriol, don't worry so much.Ca: La Laia aprecia les coses senzilles i sinceres," va dir Júlia, somrient.En: Laia appreciates simple and sincere things," said Júlia, smiling.Ca: "Això espero, però vull que sigui especial," va respondre Oriol, mirant els seus limitats diners.En: "I hope so, but I want it to be special," replied Oriol, looking at his limited funds.Ca: Junts van passejar pel petit comerç a un racó de l'estació, ple de records i detallitos.En: Together they strolled through the small shop in a corner of the station, full of souvenirs and little trinkets.Ca: Oriol va observar cintes, clauers, postals, i altres objectes que semblaven poc significatius.En: Oriol observed ribbons, keychains, postcards, and other items that seemed insignificant.Ca: Tot semblava molt normal.En: Everything seemed very ordinary.Ca: "Recordo aquella vegada que vam anar al Montjuïc," va dir Oriol, amb un sospir.En: "I remember that time we went to Montjuïc," said Oriol, with a sigh.Ca: "Vam passar al davant d'aquell camp de roselles i la Laia em va dir que li encantava aquell color.En: "We passed by that field of poppies, and Laia told me she loved that color."Ca: "Júlia va somriure amb complicitat.En: Júlia smiled knowingly.Ca: "A vegades, una cosa petita pot tenir un significat profund.En: "Sometimes, a small thing can have a deep meaning."Ca: "Mentre es girava cap a una prestatgeria, Oriol va veure una petita llibreta amb la coberta d'un vistós color vermell rosella.En: As he turned to a shelf, Oriol saw a small notebook with a cover in a bright poppy red color.Ca: Semblava feta per a ell.En: It seemed made for him.Ca: Tot i ser senzilla, aquella imatge li va recordar aquell dia especial.En: Despite being simple, that image reminded him of that special day.Ca: Sense dubtar-ho, va agafar la llibreta.En: Without hesitation, he picked up the notebook.Ca: "És perfecta," va murmurar, somrient per primer cop amb confiança.En: "It's perfect," he murmured, smiling confidently for the first time.Ca: Júlia va assentir, satisfeta amb l'elecció del seu amic.En: Júlia nodded, satisfied with her friend's choice.Ca: "Això tindrà molt més sentit que qualsevol cosa costosa.En: "This will have much more meaning than anything expensive."Ca: "Amb la llibreta a les mans, Oriol es va sentir alleujat.En: With the notebook in hand, Oriol felt relieved.Ca: Va anar cap a la caixa amb un somriure al rostre, sabent que, per fi, havia trobat la manera de traspassar la distància amb Laia.En: He went to the counter with a smile on his face, knowing that, finally, he had found a way to bridge the distance with Laia.Ca: Va escriure una nota explicant-li el significat d'aquella llibreta, rememorant aquell preciós moment que havien compartit.En: He wrote a note explaining the significance of that notebook, recalling that precious moment they had shared.Ca: Enviant el regal, Oriol experimentà una nova sensació de pau.En: Sending the gift, Oriol experienced a new sense of peace.Ca: Havia entès que l'autèntic valor estava en el pensament i l'emoció darrere del regal.En: He had understood that the true value was in the thought and emotion behind the gift.Ca: Ara se sentia més a prop de Laia que mai, conscient que el seu amor podia superar qualsevol distancia.En: Now he felt closer to Laia than ever, aware that their love could overcome any distance.Ca: L'estació seguia plena de vida i el tren tornava a parar, però Oriol sabia que l'amor també pot viatjar, transcendir, i apropar dos cors fins i tot quan es troben separats per molts quilòmetres.En: The station remained full of life and the train was stopping again, but Oriol knew that love can also travel, transcend, and bring two hearts closer even when they are separated by many kilometers. Vocabulary Words:the train: el trenthe station: l'estacióthe crowd: la multitudto move: mourethe suitcase: la maletathe smell: l'olorto fill: impregnarthe gift: el regalunfortunately: malauradamentthe challenge: el repteto illuminate: il·luminarthe traveler: el viatgertrusted: de confiançato cheer up: animarlimited: limitatsthe funds: els dinersto stroll: passejarthe souvenir: el recordtrinket: detallitothe ribbon: la cintathe keychain: el clauerthe postcard: la postalthe shelf: la prestatgeriathe notebook: la llibretathe cover: la cobertared: vermellwithout hesitation: sense dubtar-hothe choice: l'eleccióto bridge: traspassarthe peace: la pau

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Love Beyond Distance: A Night to Remember in Delhi Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-06-01-22-34-01-hi Story Transcript:Hi: दिल्ली की रात थी।En: It was a night in Delhi.Hi: बत्ती मंद थी और दिल्ली का चकाचौंध वाला दृश्य खिड़की से नजर आ रहा था।En: The lights were dim, and the dazzling view of Delhi was visible from the window.Hi: आारव अपने लैपटॉप के सामने बैठा था।En: Aarav was sitting in front of his laptop.Hi: स्क्रीन पर एक डिजिटल स्क्रैपबुक खुली थी - उनकी और मनीषा की यादों का एक संग्राहलय।En: A digital scrapbook was open on the screen—a collection of memories of him and Manisha.Hi: आज उनकी सालगिरह थी, और वह मनीषा के लिए इस खास दिन को यादगार बनाना चाहता था।En: Today was their anniversary, and he wanted to make this special day memorable for Manisha.Hi: मनीषा लंदन में अपनी पढ़ाई में व्यस्त थी।En: Manisha was busy with her studies in London.Hi: उसके कमरे की छोटी खिड़की के पास एक पौधा रखा था, और किताबें चारों ओर बिखरीं थीं।En: A plant was placed near the small window of her room, and books were scattered all around.Hi: वह हर दिन बड़े सपने देखती थी, लेकिन उसके दिल का एक हिस्सा हमेशा दिल्ली में आारव के पास था।En: She dreamt big every day, but part of her heart was always with Aarav in Delhi.Hi: आारव का दोस्त राहुल भी उसके साथ था।En: Aarav's friend Rahul was also with him.Hi: राहुल उसे सलाह देता, "देख भाई, मनीषा के लिए कुछ ऐसा कर, जो उसे हमेशा याद रहे।En: Rahul advised him, "Look, brother, do something for Manisha that she will always remember."Hi: " आारव ने अपने मन की बात राहुल को कही, "मैं चाहता हूं कि मनीषा यह महसूस करे कि हमारा प्यार दिल से जुड़ा है, दूरी से नहीं।En: Aarav shared his thoughts with Rahul, "I want Manisha to feel that our love is connected by heart, not distance."Hi: "दिन और रात के समय अंतर से जूझते हुए, आारव ने योजना बनाई।En: Struggling with the time difference between day and night, Aarav made a plan.Hi: उसने सभी यादें और तस्वीरें स्क्रैपबुक में संजो दीं।En: He preserved all the memories and pictures in the scrapbook.Hi: फिर राहुल की मदद से एक वर्चुअल डिनर सेटअप किया।En: Then, with Rahul's help, he set up a virtual dinner.Hi: उसने सुनिश्चित किया कि जब मनीषा लॉग ऑन करे, उसे एक अनोखा सरप्राइज मिले।En: He ensured that when Manisha logged on, she would receive a unique surprise.Hi: शाम को जब मनीषा ने अपने लैपटॉप को खोला, तो उसे सिर्फ एक साधारण कॉल की उम्मीद थी।En: In the evening, when Manisha opened her laptop, she was only expecting a simple call.Hi: लेकिन जब उसने स्क्रीन पर आारव का बनाया हुआ डिजिटल स्क्रैपबुक देखा, उसकी आँखों में खुशी के आंसू आ गए।En: But when she saw the digital scrapbook created by Aarav on the screen, tears of joy came to her eyes.Hi: वीडियो कॉल के दूसरे किनारे पर एक खूबसूरती से सजा खाने की मेज थी - एक वर्चुअल डिनर।En: On the other side of the video call was a beautifully set dining table—a virtual dinner.Hi: आारव के चेहरे पर मुस्कान थी।En: Aarav had a smile on his face.Hi: उन्होंने ये मौका अपने साथ बिताए पुराने अच्छे समय को याद करते हुए बिताया।En: They spent this moment reminiscing about the good old times they had spent together.Hi: इस छोटी सी, लेकिन खास, वर्चुअल सैर ने उनके दिल को पहले से भी ज्यादा करीब ला दिया।En: This small yet special virtual journey brought their hearts closer than ever.Hi: कई समय जो उनकी मेहनत और कल्पना के कारण इसने एक नई चमक पाई।En: Many moments, because of their effort and imagination, found a new sparkle.Hi: आारव ने सीखा कि रिश्तों को मजबूत करने के लिए कोशिश और रचनात्मकता बहुत महत्वपूर्ण है।En: Aarav learned that effort and creativity are very important to strengthen relationships.Hi: इस प्रयास के बाद, उसे यह विश्वास हो गया कि चाहे मीलों की दूरी क्यों न हो, उनका प्यार हमेशा कायम रहेगा।En: After this endeavor, he was confident that no matter the distance in miles, their love would always endure.Hi: मनीषा ने भी महसूस किया कि प्यार समय और दूरी की सीमाओं से ऊपर है।En: Manisha also realized that love transcends the limits of time and distance.Hi: इस प्रकार वे अपने रिश्ते में पूरी तरह से आत्मविश्वास के साथ आगे बढ़े, जानते हुए कि उनके दिल हमेशा एक-दूसरे के करीब रहेंगे।En: Thus, they moved forward in their relationship with complete confidence, knowing that their hearts would always remain close to each other. Vocabulary Words:dim: मंदdazzling: चकाचौंधscrapbook: स्क्रैपबुकmemorable: यादगारanniversary: सालगिरहscattered: बिखरींadvised: सलाहstruggling: जूझतेpreserved: संजो दींvirtual: वर्चुअलunique: अनोखाexpected: उम्मीदreminiscing: यादendeavor: प्रयासstrengthen: मजबूतendure: कायमtranscends: ऊपरconfidence: आत्मविश्वासvisible: नजरcollection: संग्राहलयplaced: रखाdreamt: सपनेconnected: जुड़ाdifference: अंतरsetup: सेटअपlogged: लॉग ऑनsurprise: सरप्राइजtear: आंसूdining: खानेcreativity: रचनात्मकता

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Where Do We Draw the Line? Love Beyond the Lines We know it's important to speak and act from principle and to set clear boundaries; but how do we balance that with compassion, empathy, humility, and forgiveness? Scripture is full of rigid rules and regulations, often coming with harsh consequences—Yet Jesus teaches and models unconditional love, awesome compassion, deep understanding and forgiveness! How can we hold both of these truths simultaneously and not draw fuzzy lines? What does it look like to love beyond the lines—after the line has been crossed? “This they said, tempting him, that they might have reason to accuse him. But Jesus stooped down, and with his finger wrote on the ground, as though he heard them not.” (John 8:6) with Alan Cowley 5/10/26 If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to Subscribe and review our podcast wherever you get your podcasts. It is the #1 way to support this podcast, and it's free! Go to the main podcast page, scroll down and at the bottom you'll find a place to rate the podcast and to leave a review.  Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and YouTube @newchurchlive  Visit our Website and Make a donation to support our church community Video of Service HERE

Luke 6:27-36 // Gospel of Luke // Larron Smith // May 3, 2026

This powerful exploration of the Good Samaritan parable challenges us to move beyond familiar Sunday school lessons and ask ourselves a penetrating question: Where am I in this story? The message unpacks the profound truth found in Proverbs 3:5-6 about surrendering our hearts completely to God, not just our minds. We're confronted with the radical equation that love equals life, and living without love is actually a form of dying. The expert in the law knew the right answer intellectually, quoting that we must love God with all our heart, soul, strength, and mind, and love our neighbors as ourselves. But Jesus didn't say "be loved and you will live" as a passive recipient. He said "love and you will live," calling us to active, costly, boundary-breaking compassion. The Samaritan represents what complete surrender to love looks like: generous, courageous, merciful, breaking all social barriers to care for someone who society said was his enemy. This isn't about religion versus relationship; it's about letting God's love infiltrate every part of us—our emotions, thoughts, feelings, and actions. The challenge is clear: pray for Jesus to open our eyes to see people the way He sees them, and to break our hearts for what breaks His.

It was Love not nails that held Jesus to the cross that day. Join Pastor Dwayne as he brings to from the Word of God how Jesus love transcends any and everything to bring Salvation to us.

প্রেম সীমানা ছাড়িয়ে -Love Beyond Boundaries ::: Regional March 2026 : Voice Divine -The Internet Radio

Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Storm on the Amalfi Coast: Love Beyond the Clouds Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-03-14-07-38-19-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Het was een prachtige lentedag aan de Amalfikust, waar de zon de zee liet schitteren en de geur van citroenbomen de lucht vulde.En: It was a beautiful spring day on the Amalfikust, where the sun made the sea sparkle and the scent of lemon trees filled the air.Nl: Maarten en Tess liepen samen op een smal pad, hoog boven de kliffen.En: Maarten and Tess walked together on a narrow path, high above the cliffs.Nl: "Kijk eens hoe mooi!"En: "Look how beautiful!"Nl: riep Tess enthousiast, terwijl ze haar armen de lucht in gooide.En: Tess exclaimed enthusiastically, throwing her arms into the air.Nl: Maarten glimlachte.En: Maarten smiled.Nl: Hij hield van deze avonturen, maar maakte zich altijd zorgen over hun veiligheid.En: He loved these adventures, but always worried about their safety.Nl: De lucht begon langzaam te veranderen.En: The sky slowly began to change.Nl: Donkere wolken verschenen aan de horizon, en de wind werd sterker.En: Dark clouds appeared on the horizon, and the wind grew stronger.Nl: "We moeten teruggaan," zei Maarten met een bezorgde blik.En: "We have to go back," Maarten said with a concerned look.Nl: "Dit gaat mis."En: "This is going to go wrong."Nl: Tess lachte.En: Tess laughed.Nl: "Het is maar een klein wolkje, maak je geen zorgen," antwoordde ze luchtig.En: "It's just a little cloud, don't worry," she replied lightly.Nl: Ze geloofde dat de storm snel zou wegtrekken.En: She believed the storm would soon pass.Nl: Voorzichtig probeerde Maarten haar te overtuigen.En: Cautiously, Maarten tried to convince her.Nl: "De paden zijn glad, en het weer is onvoorspelbaar."En: "The paths are slippery, and the weather is unpredictable."Nl: Maar Tess deed zijn zorgen af.En: But Tess dismissed his concerns.Nl: Ze had er vertrouwen in dat ze het aankonden.En: She was confident they could handle it.Nl: Plotseling brak de storm los.En: Suddenly, the storm broke loose.Nl: Regen stroomde als watervallen van de lucht, en de wind gierde om hen heen.En: Rain poured like waterfalls from the sky, and the wind howled around them.Nl: Tess schrok.En: Tess was startled.Nl: Haar avontuurlijke geest ontmoette nu de harde realiteit van de natuur.En: Her adventurous spirit now met the harsh reality of nature.Nl: "Misschien had je gelijk, Maarten," riep ze door de wind.En: "Maybe you were right, Maarten," she shouted through the wind.Nl: Maarten voelde zijn hart sneller kloppen.En: Maarten felt his heart race.Nl: Het was nu geen tijd meer voor twijfels.En: It was no longer a time for doubts.Nl: "We moeten schuilen," riep hij.En: "We have to find shelter," he shouted.Nl: Samen keerden ze om, de handen stevig in elkaar.En: Together they turned around, holding each other's hands tightly.Nl: Ze maakten hun weg langs de gladde rotsen en probeerden voet te houden op het glibberige pad.En: They made their way along the slippery rocks, trying to keep their footing on the slick path.Nl: Eindelijk bereikten ze een klein stenen hutje, een toevluchtsoord voor vermoeide wandelaars.En: Finally, they reached a small stone hut, a refuge for weary hikers.Nl: Ze stortten zich naar binnen, hijgend en doorweekt.En: They rushed inside, panting and drenched.Nl: "Ik had je moeten geloven," gaf Tess toe, haar ogen groot van spijt.En: "I should have believed you," Tess admitted, her eyes wide with regret.Nl: Maarten keek haar aan, zijn blik zachter.En: Maarten looked at her, his gaze softer.Nl: "Ik was gewoon bang om je te verliezen," zei hij, eindelijk open over zijn angst.En: "I was just afraid of losing you," he said, finally open about his fear.Nl: Tess kneep in zijn hand.En: Tess squeezed his hand.Nl: "Je hebt mijn leven gered," glimlachte ze, met tranen in haar ogen.En: "You saved my life," she smiled, tears in her eyes.Nl: Buiten raasde de storm nog steeds, maar binnenin was er rust.En: Outside, the storm still raged, but inside there was calm.Nl: Maarten en Tess zaten dicht tegen elkaar aan, dankbaar en opgelucht.En: Maarten and Tess sat close together, grateful and relieved.Nl: Tess realiseerde zich dat een evenwicht tussen avontuur en veiligheid belangrijk was.En: Tess realized that a balance between adventure and safety was important.Nl: En Maarten leerde dat het oké was om te zeggen wat hem zorgen baarde.En: And Maarten learned that it was okay to voice his concerns.Nl: In die kleine hut, met de regen die op het dak trommelde, was hun band dieper en sterker dan ooit.En: In that small hut, with the rain drumming on the roof, their bond was deeper and stronger than ever.Nl: De storm die hen bijna uit elkaar had gedreven, had hen uiteindelijk dichter bij elkaar gebracht.En: The storm that almost drove them apart had ultimately brought them closer together. Vocabulary Words:sparkle: schitterenscent: geurnarrow: smalcliffs: kliffenenthusiastically: enthousiastconcerned: bezorgdeslippery: gladunpredictable: onvoorspelbaardismissed: deed afshelter: schuilenholding: de handen stevig in elkaarfooting: voet te houdenslick: glibberigehut: hutjerefuge: toevluchtsoordweary: vermoeidepanting: hijgenddrenched: doorweektregret: spijtgaze: blikrelieved: opgeluchtadventurous: avontuurlijkebond: banddrumming: trommeldebalance: evenwichtraged: raasdestorm: stormhorizon: horizonhowled: gierdeadmit: toegeven

Did you ever wish your animals could tell you how they feel? Your pet wants to understand you far more deeply than you realize. In this deeply personal episode, psychologist and host Traci Stein explores the surprising science and lived experience of animal communication — from research on animal telepathy to the professional communicators who transformed her relationship with her beloved dog, Cleo. Traci shares the remarkable story of Cleo's rescue, the insights that came through working with animal communicators, and what happened in Cleo's final moments that further proves that our bonds with our animals do not end at death. You'll also walk away with practical tools to strengthen your connections with your own animals — including what humans usually get wrong (and how to get it right), as well as a key tip for preparing pets for vet visits. Whether you're a devoted pet parent or simply open to the idea that animals have more to say than we think, this episode will change the way you listen.To listen to Episode 48 (Interview with Animal Communicator Anna Klocke), visit: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ep-48-animal-communicator-anna-klocke-what-animals/id1560681195?i=1000629554317People mentioned in this episode (in order of mention):Rupert Sheldrake, PhD, Author of “Animals that Know When Their Owners are Coming Home”: https://www.sheldrake.org/Animal Communicators:Donna Lozito: https://donnalozito.com/Shalini Bosbyshell: https://shalinibosbyshell.com/Anna Klocke: https://www.annaklocke.com/For more on Traci Stein, visit: https://www.drtracistein.com/

In John 13, Jesus kneels to wash His disciples' feet, offering a quiet picture of the kind of love that carries Him all the way to the cross. In this message, Pastor Aaron reflects on what it means to be loved “to the uttermost,” even when our failures are fully seen. As Peter wrestles with receiving what he cannot earn, we're invited to consider how difficult it can be to accept grace. This sermon explores how receiving Jesus' love shapes the way we serve and love others, grounding us in a grace that meets us at our worst and calls us into a different way of living.

In this deeply moving episode of the Modern Mystic Soul Podcast, Therese is joined by Ksenia J. Merck, artist, architect, and creative storyteller whose life's work bridges structure, imagination, and spirit.After more than four decades leading large-scale airport design programs, Ksenia now brings her creative vision to emotional and cosmic landscapes through art and storytelling. Her latest project, Ghost Flower, is a genre-blending science-fiction novel written by her late husband, William F. Merck II, which Ksenia lovingly brought to life through illustration, completion, and posthumous publication.Set in the year 2035 during a global pandemic, Ghost Flower follows a team traveling back to 1585 to uncover the healing power of an ancient extraterrestrial flower, exploring themes of time, memory, leadership, love, and humanity's responsibility to future generations.Together, Therese and Ksenia explore:Completing a loved one's creative work as an act of devotion and healingThe transformative landscape of grief and finding purpose after lossArt as a bridge between memory, spirit, and meaningThe spiritual symbolism woven through Ghost Flower and its companion journalResilience, legacy, and love that transcends time and dimensionThis conversation is a gentle yet powerful reflection on how creativity can become a sacred path through sorrow—and how love continues to guide us long after physical presence fades.

Too often, we treat the "honeymoon phase" as the peak of our affection, only to let laziness, immaturity, and walls slowly dismantle the foundation of our most important relationship. In this episode of The Leader's Cut, we're breaking down the "Architecture of Affection." We explore the five toxic behaviors a loving relationship simply cannot tolerate and the five non-negotiables every couple must maintain to thrive. From shifting out of "roommate syndrome" to the power of mutual submission, this is a deep dive into building a marriage that doesn't just survive the years but gets stronger through them. In this episode, we discuss: The Killers of Intimacy: Why laziness, passive-aggressiveness, and manipulation are the "slow leaks" in a marriage. The Maturity Shift: How to stop thinking like a child and start using your words to affirm rather than attack. Walls vs. Safety: The danger of showing your body while hiding your heart, and how to earn (and offer) true trust. The Power of Submission: Redefining mutual submission as a military-grade strategy for covering each other's weaknesses. The Playfulness Dashboard: Why flirting, laughter, and trying new things are the indicators of a healthy relationship. Are you ready to take your marriage to the next level? Remember, it doesn't come cheap. The person you love the most should always cost you the most.    

Camille & Rachel May: In this deeply touching episode, Camille offers a live reading for a beautiful widow who is navigating life after loss while raising her young daughter. She shares that while she still feels connected to her husband on the other side, that connection has recently felt quieter, leaving her wondering if she's done something wrong or if the bond is fading.During the reading, they gently explore the nature of spiritual connection, how grief and motherhood can impact our awareness, and why love beyond the veil never disappears, even when it feels more subtle.The conversation also touches on questions held tenderly in her heart:✨ Will the connection with her husband return?✨ Is it okay to hope for love again?✨ Will she marry again?✨ And will she someday become the mother to a son she has seen in her own vision?This episode is a reminder that love continues, guidance remains, and our future can unfold in ways that honor both what was and what is still meant to be.Whether you are grieving, widowed, or simply seeking reassurance that love does not end, this reading offers comfort, validation, and quiet hope.

What is a Good Life? #158 | Finding Self-Love Beyond AchievementWhere do you belong? How do you best use your gifts?These questions have followed Alan Wilson throughout his life—from childhood football pitches to corporate boardrooms. In this deeply honest conversation, Alan shares his journey from seeking external validation to cultivating self-love, exploring how grief, self-inquiry, and simple presence have reshaped his understanding of a good life.Alan Wilson is a Director of People & Operations and qualified coach with 17+ years in senior leadership roles. He supports leaders and organisations navigating change by combining commercial insight with a deeply human approach—focused on self-awareness, integrity, and sustainable performance.In this episode:The childhood patterns behind our adult strugglesWhy achievement never feels like enoughFinding centre in an increasingly distracted worldHow children guide us back to presenceWhy self-love transforms leadershipThe agency we have despite feeling disempoweredThis conversation is for anyone questioning whether they're enough, struggling with validation, or wondering if there's more to life than the next achievement.For more of Alan's work:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-wilson-084b3324/For more from Mark McCartney:Newsletter: https://www.whatisagood.life/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-mccartney-14b0161b4/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whatisagoodlife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markcmccartney/ 00:00 - Where Do I Belong? 05:23 - The Validation Trap 10:47 - Self-Inquiry and Grief 16:12 - Moments That Allow Breathing 21:35 - Toxicity and Modern Life 27:43 - Children as Our Compass 33:21 - Beyond Material Accumulation 38:45 - Dismantling the Armour 44:02 - Agency in a Disempowered World 49:18 - Transmitting Our Gifts Daily 54:31 - A Life That's Evolving

Radical relating isn't just about who you're dating—it's about dismantling systems of power and creating community. In this episode, we welcome Mel Cassidy, somatic relationship coach and author of "Radical Relating: A Queer and Polyamory-Informed Guide to Love Beyond the Myth of Monogamy."Mel shares their journey from blogger to coach to author, and how their work challenges the foundations of mono-normativity. We explore how white supremacy culture, colonization, and Christianity have shaped our understanding of relationships, and how we can break free from these restrictive patterns to create more authentic connections.This conversation goes far beyond the typical focus on sex in non-monogamy discussions. Instead, we dive into how resource sharing, conflict resolution, and community building can help us create more liberatory forms of love—whether we're in monogamous relationships, polyamorous networks, or anywhere in between.In this episode, we talk about:— How white supremacy culture, colonization, and Christianity have shaped monogamy as the default relationship structure— The concept of "anarcule" as a way to understand relationships beyond sexual connections— Why perfectionism in relationships is a harmful aspect of mono-normativity that prevents authentic communication— How the nuclear family was designed as a political tool to counter feminism and socialism— Ways to practice resource sharing even if you're not interested in having multiple romantic partners— The importance of decentering sex in our understanding of relationships and asking "what does sex mean to you?"— Why Google calendars might actually hide conflict rather than resolve scheduling issues— Practical approaches to conflict resolution, starting with low-stakes issues to build capacity— How our nervous systems "time travel" during conflict, bringing up old wounds and patterns— The value of understanding who you become during conflict and how to work with different conflict stylesResources mentioned in this episode:— Mel Cassidy's new book: Radical Relating: A Queer and Polyamory-Informed Guide to Love Beyond the Myth of MonogamyJOIN The Year Of Opening® community for a full year of learning & support. Registration is open now at ⁠⁠www.TheYearOfOpening.com⁠⁠Learn the 5 secrets to open your relationship the smart wayAre you ready to open your relationship happily? Find out at www.JoliQuiz.comGet the answers you want to create the open relationship of your dreams! Sign up for an Ask Me Anything hereMusic: Dance of Felt by ⁠Blue Dot Sessions

In this powerful episode of The Brand Called You, trend watcher and author Adjiedj Bakas talks about The Male Harem, a novel by the late Vinco David. Blending medieval Indian history with a contemporary narrative, the book challenges societal norms, explores homosexuality across cultures and eras, and makes a compelling case for acceptance, empathy, and love in all its forms.00:35- About Adjiedj BakasAdjiedj is a trend watcher, author, TV personality and a speaker.He is also the presenter of The Male Harem, a novel by the late Vinco David.

Andrew Vidich, PhD, is an author, educator, international speaker, and editor. Dr. Vidich has served as faculty at several universities and is a founding member of The Interfaith Council of New York. He teaches and trains people in conflict management, leadership skills, and contemplative practice in educational, corporate, and nonprofit organizations. He has been meditating, and studying and writing about meditation, since his teenage years. He is the author of Love Is a Secret and Light Upon Light, two books about the paths of the great spiritual masters, and what their journeys can teach us. Light Upon Light has recently appeared in audio, and you can download it for free if you choose it as your first book when you get an Audible membership.   Here he and Dawson reflect on:   Andrew's background The use the word “love”  States of being that we don't have words for  How lovers don't meet each other, they're in each other all along The fundamental misconception that love is outside us Love as the gift of the Creator to the created Why all forms of love are derivatives of the Creator's love   Find Andew's book, Love is a Secret, at: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Secret-Andrew-Vidich-ebook/dp/B0CL5HCDDK/ Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   To purchase Dawson's latest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #love

When Irina Castellano was just 12 years old, babysitting neighborhood children, she never imagined her path to motherhood would include IVF, miscarriage, a heartbreaking termination, and fostering over 90 children across 25 years. In this powerful conversation, Irina shares her unique journey—one that began with a childhood dream of fostering, evolved through fertility challenges and reproductive loss, and ultimately led to creating a family through both biological birth and adoption while providing temporary homes for dozens of children in need. In this episode, we explore: How Irina navigated miscarriage and the devastating decision to terminate a wanted pregnancy due to severe fetal abnormalities Why her first miscarriage felt different from her later loss—and why both experiences were valid The reality of fostering: reunification as success, even when it breaks your heart How partners grieve differently and why we need more support for loss dads The intersection of reproductive grief and foster care—letting go of children who return to birth families Practical guidance for anyone considering fostering or adoption after loss Why Irina advocates for IVF clinics to connect unsuccessful clients with fostering information The foundational role of emotional processing in healing from any loss Key Themes: Reproductive loss (miscarriage, termination for medical reasons) Fertility challenges and IVF Fostering and adoption pathways Partner grief and support Emotional healing and nervous system regulation Creating family beyond biology Resources mentioned: Irina's 4-week fostering exploration program Louise Hay emotional healing workshops (February 7-8, Sydney): https://go.irinacastellano.com.au/opt-in-page Connect with Irina: Facebook: Irina Castellano LinkedIn: Irina Castellano Instagram: @irinasyd Connect with Sharna: Join my Newsletter: HERE Apply for the Certification: HERE IG: Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl IG: Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast IG: Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport LinkedIn: @sharnasouthan Leave a Review If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your reviews help other women find these conversations and realize they're not alone in their journey. Remember: You don't have to heal alone. Your grief is valid, your babies mattered, and seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. Resources & Support The Pregnancy Loss Recovery Method™ offers specialised support for bereaved mothers that treats pregnancy loss as reproductive trauma—because your experience deserves more than general grief counseling. Ready to transform your experience into expertise? If you're a bereaved mother practitioner called to support others through pregnancy loss, explore the Pregnancy Loss & Trauma-Informed Specialist Certification at: https://www.sharnasouthan.com/certification-vsl Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear Dimi's story.

In this emotional episode of The Radio Medium Laura Lee Show, Laura Lee connects with Nabi from South Carolina for a powerful spirit reading filled with love, grief, and divine reassurance. Nabi's late partner comes through with undeniable validation — acknowledging their long-distance relationship, unanswered goodbyes, shared plans for the future, and the heartbreak of sudden loss. Through spirit communication, Laura Lee reveals that Nabi's vivid dreams are true spirit visitations, offering comfort and proof that love continues beyond the physical world. Spirit speaks about unfinished plans, future relocation, commitment, and how this loss serves as a soul lesson in honoring time, self-worth, and future relationships. This episode offers healing guidance for anyone grieving a partner, navigating sudden loss, or seeking signs from loved ones in spirit. A touching reminder that love never leaves — it transforms.

A Baby in a manger seems such a tiny thing, but Christmas is infinitely greater than humanity ever imagined—or ever could (but let’s try anyway)…

Rabbi Josh Feigelson explores the idea of family beyond biology—the “refrigerator friends” and chosen family who nourish our lives with love, care, and belonging. In part nine of the Family miniseries, Josh invites listeners to expand their definition of family. Drawing on Jewish texts, biblical stories, and personal reflection, Josh offers a guided meditation based on the Priestly Blessing to help cultivate compassion for ourselves, our loved ones, and even strangers. Be in touch at josh@unpacked.media. This episode is sponsored by Jonathan and Kori Kalafer and the Somerset Patriots: The Bridgewater, NJ-based AA Affiliate of the New York Yankees. --------------- This podcast was brought to you by Unpacked, an OpenDor Media Brand. For other podcasts from Unpacked, check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jewish History Nerds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stars of David with Elon Gold⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Unpacking Israeli History⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wondering Jews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Rightly so, at Christmas, people who are suffering want to know, “Why should I be merry? What basis do I really have for joy?” The answer is that if Christmas really happened, if God really did open a cleft in the pitiless walls of this world, if he broke into our broken reality with his healing power, if he became a human being, then there are three solid bases for joy in any circumstance.  If Christmas happened, then even in the deepest grief, you can feel these three things holding you up: 1) our bad things will turn out for good, 2) our most truly good things can never be taken away from us, and 3) our best things are yet to come. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on December 17, 2006. Series: In Christ Jesus: How the Spirit Transforms Us. Scripture: Romans 8:28-39. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

Ginger Vigil is passionate mental health advocate and author of the memoir 'Somewhere Between You and Me'. Today, she shares her extraordinary story of meeting her husband Ray at his late wife's memorial service, navigating love and loss, and their joint healing journey. From her difficult decision to leave a toxic marriage, to the importance of self-discovery and therapy, Ginger emphasizes the power of compassion, empathy, and love in overcoming life's challenges. Powerful relationships are shaped by profound respect and understanding, and continue to thrive through shared and individual growth.Connect with Michelle:betterbeings.netIG: @betterbeingsusYouTube: Michelle Zellner - Be A Better Being Podcast playlistGet the supplements Michelle can't stop talking about: meet.makewellness.com/?referral=E490A5C07D

Mandeep Lotta is a Kenyan-born poet and author who overcame physical impairment and blindness to share a message of compassion and human connection through his poetry collections Magic mines: The Treasure of Love. His work explores how love is often misunderstood and commodified, reminding readers to slow down, understand one another, and let love grow naturally. Through his personal story of resilience, he shows how disability does not define one's capacity to inspire and create meaning.In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Mandeep discusses how life experiences, pain, and perseverance shape his poetry and worldview. He shares insights on the misconceptions people have about relationships, the importance of openness and communication, and how ambition fuels purpose even through hardship. His journey encourages listeners to embrace their vulnerabilities, own their stories, and find fulfillment through empathy and creativity. Quotes: “Love grows when you give it time and space to breathe.” “I own my blindness. It's not a weakness; it's my identity.” “Life is the vehicle. Ambition is the fuel.” “When you open up, you give others permission to do the same.” Resources: Get "Magic Mines: The Treasure of Love" on Amazon

In this episode of the Third Eye Awakening podcast, I'm sitting down with Megan Feken!Megan Feken is an Intuitive Reiki Master, Psychic Medium, and Co-Owner of The Holistic Treehouse, a community space for holistic & spiritual practitioners to host their 1-on-1 and group offerings in Chesapeake, VA.With a passion for helping others move through hardship, heal from past trauma, and reconnect to their inner light, Megan's work blends energy healing, intuitive guidance, and compassionate support. Her own spiritual awakening began after the passing of her daughter, Marlee, on Christmas Day in 2022, a profound loss that opened the door to discovering her intuitive gifts and her soul's purpose. Guided by Marlee's light, Megan now helps others find comfort, clarity, and empowerment on their own healing journeys.In this episode, Megan and I chat about:- Megan's spiritual awakening after the death of her daughter-her journey to holistic healing-the transformative nature of loss-the Akashic Records and personal growth-Megan's journey to 5D consciousness-Megan's new children's book When You Have A Sibling in Heaven…and so much more!CONNECT WITH MEGANThe Holistic Treehouse@theholistictreehouseLINKS MENTIONEDGet on the list to be the first to know about my annual Black Friday offers!Get into the Mystery Offer!!How to Read the Akashic Records MasterclassFREE F*ck the False Matrix MasterclassJoin Amy's FREE private FB group Soul Space

In this episode of Pray the Word on Ephesians 3:14–21, David Platt invites us to know God's love more deeply.Explore more content from Radical.

Today's story is called Love Beyond the Rainbow Bridge—The Healing Power of Our Pets. For thirty-six years I've shared my life with cats—each one a teacher in fur, each one a mirror for my own evolution as a human and a healer. Together we'll explore how the bond between human and animal becomes a bridge between worlds, how they help us heal, and how their spirits remain long after the pawprints fade.

Today's story is called Love Beyond the Rainbow Bridge—The Healing Power of Our Pets. For thirty-six years I've shared my life with cats—each one a teacher in fur, each one a mirror for my own evolution as a human and a healer. Together we'll explore how the bond between human and animal becomes a bridge between worlds, how they help us heal, and how their spirits remain long after the pawprints fade.

In this special episode of Love Each Other Better, I sat down with Brian G. Murphy — author of Love Beyond Monogamy, certified relationship coach, and co-founder of the Queer Theology podcast. In this illuminating interview, Brian shares insights on navigating non-monogamy and open relationships, including: How to navigate differing desires between partners and approach the conversation about opening a relationship Handling jealousy and fostering intentional, authentic communication Why even couples who choose to stay monogamous can benefit from exploring these questions consciously Aligning relationships with personal values while considering the impact on your partner Whether you're exploring the possibility of an open relationship, looking for support in your already-established open relationship, or simply looking to build more authenticity and intentionality into your monogamous partnership, don't miss this opportunity to get high-integrity guidance and insights from Brian G. Murphy. About Ali's Guest Brian G. Murphy is an author and certified relationship coach helping people build thriving relationships on their own terms without shame or "shoulds" through his coaching practice Relationshift. He's also the co-founder of QueerTheology.com, a resource hub, online community, and the longest-running queer spirituality podcast which helps LGBTQ+ and polyamorous people heal from religious harm and live into their values. He is the author of Love Beyond Monogamy and co-author of Reading The Bible Through Queer Eyes, which will be published by HarperOne in fall 2026. Connect with Brian G. Murphy Social Media: @thisisbgm on all the places, but especially Instagram, Threads, and YouTube Website: https://www.thisisbgm.com Free Commitment Clarity Checklist - http://thisisbgm.com/commitment Want to learn NVC with Ali? Explore my 9-week private coaching program for couples: Stop Fighting! (without stuffing your feelings or sacrificing your needs). Includes my signature training: Hearing Each Other's Hearts: NVC Essentials for Couples Learn more: www.alimillercoaching.com/stopfighting Free Resources Feelings & Needs Cheatsheets: www.alimillercoaching.com/feelingsandneeds Free Mini-Course: The 4 Steps to Stop Any Fight Without Giving In www.alimillercoaching.com/freeminicourse Connect with Ali Instagram: @alimillercoaching Free Private Facebook Group: NVC for Couples www.facebook.com/groups/nvcforcouples Email: ali@alimillercoaching.com Website: www.alimillercoaching.com

Today’s story is called Love Beyond the Rainbow Bridge—The Healing Power of Our Pets. For thirty-six years I’ve shared my life with cats—each one a teacher in fur, each one a mirror for my own evolution as a human and a healer. Together we’ll explore how the bond between human and animal becomes a bridge between worlds, how they help us heal, and how their spirits remain long after the pawprints fade. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Today’s story is called Love Beyond the Rainbow Bridge—The Healing Power of Our Pets. For thirty-six years I’ve shared my life with cats—each one a teacher in fur, each one a mirror for my own evolution as a human and a healer. Together we’ll explore how the bond between human and animal becomes a bridge between worlds, how they help us heal, and how their spirits remain long after the pawprints fade. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Message from Aron Kirk on October 19, 2025

By Luis A Marrero - The sermon focuses on marriage, especially the role of husbands, and explores how love should transcend the brokenness introduced by the fall in the Garden of Eden. It challenges common interpretations of biblical passages about marriage, emphasizing mutual respect, dignity, and sacrificial love

Brian Murphy is back to talk about his new book, Love Beyond Monogamy! Follow Brian @thisisBGM on social media, Check out his website: BrianGerald.com for so many resources for relationships, poly discourse, and more. And pick up the book ASAP! ...

Have a message for Karena? She'd love to hear from you and share your comment or question on air!Leave Karena a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/KarenaDawnWhat if the moment you thought would end your life became the start of a mission to save millions?In this extraordinary episode of The Big Silence, Karena sits down with suicide prevention advocate, storyteller, and best-selling author Kevin Hines. At 19, Kevin jumped from the Golden Gate Bridge — and lived to talk about it. Since then, his journey has become a beacon of hope, proving that resilience, love, and the right words at the right time can rewrite any story. From the sea lion that kept him afloat to the love story that began in a psych ward, Kevin shares the lessons he's learned about staying, surviving, and thriving.How do you find the will to live when your own mind tells you otherwise?Kevin shows us that survival is not just possible. It can be the foundation for a life full of purpose, healing, and connection.(00:00) From Trauma to Adoption: The Early YearsKevin's childhood of neglect, poverty, and losing his brother in foster careHow the Hines family gave him stability, love, and a new beginningHiding behind the mask of “everything's fine”(07:57) Living With Bipolar Disorder & Suicidal IdeationWhy silence and shame keep so many from getting helpKevin's mantra: “My thoughts do not have to become my actions”The four words that have kept him alive for 25 years(11:40) The Golden Gate Bridge Attempt & Miracles That FollowedThe instant regret that 19 survivors reported feelingThe sea lion that kept him afloat until the Coast Guard arrivedHow a stranger's phone call set off a chain of lifesaving miracles(15:27) Turning Pain Into Purpose: Speaking, Writing & AdvocacyKevin's mission to share his story His workbook The Art of Wellness and the daily practices he lives byHow routines like breathwork, exercise, and sleep protect his brain health(18:51) Love in the Psych Ward: Kevin & Margaret's StoryMeeting his future wife during his third involuntary stayThe “worst first date ever” Why unconditional love and partnership became his ultimate source of strength(21:13) The Fight for Safety at the Golden Gate BridgeHow Kevin and his father co-founded the Bridge Rail FoundationThe long battle to install suicide prevention netsWhy saving lives matters more than “aesthetics” or money(23:58) How to Save a Life: What to Say When Someone's in PainThe exact questions anyone can ask when they see someone strugglingWhy simply stopping and caring could make the differenceKevin's reminder that suicide is never the solution; it's the problem(25:58) Daily Mental Health Habits That WorkThe 23-minute rule for exercise and better moodUsing logic and support to combat paranoiaWhy therapy, meditation, and medication all play a role(31:01) Living Proof That Healing is PossibleHow Kevin's work has reached over 3 billion viewers worldwideThe thousands of people who've written to say his story saved their livesHis message: every waking moment is a gift worth staying forGuest...

Dr. Alex Iantaffi talks with Mel Cassidy about relationships, non-monogamy, queerness, the power of somatic practices, and love on the path towards collective liberation. Mel Cassidy is a somatic relationship coach committed to the path of liberatory love and rewilding intimacy. They specialize in working with queer and questioning humans (and those who love them) exploring post-monogamous relationships—with a focus on polyamory, solo polyamory, and relationship anarchy. They are of Irish, Greek, and Khorakhane Romani descent and have lived in 3 countries, across 3 continents. They currently live in British Columbia, Canada, and work with clients and students around the world. Their first book, Radical Relating, A Queer and Polyamory-Informed Guide to Love Beyond the Myth of Monogamy, is published by North Atlantic Books.Find out more about Mel and their work at the following links: Website: radicalrelating.caSocial Media: @radicalrelating on IG/FB/Substack/Insight TimerMore on the Radical Relating Book: www.radicalrelating.ca/book Instagram: GenderStoriesHosted by Alex IantaffiMusic by Maxwell von RavenGender Stories logo by Lior Effinger-Weintraub

This week we're celebrating Brian's new book, “Love Beyond Monogamy,” which comes out this month! In this book, he explores […] The post Love Beyond Monogamy appeared first on Queer Theology.

A man's 80 year-old father is getting scammed and extorted by a findom. Should he go to the police? Change his account numbers? See a marriage counselor? A gay man in his 20s looks very young. He worries that the men who are attracted to him may be skeezy because he looks more like a boy than a man. His friends tell him to work it. But how can he safely enjoy New York City's gay dating scene? On the Magnum, a concerned mom wonders how to steer her teenaged kids toward ethical porn. We couldn't think of a better guest to bring on than Erika Lust- she's been making beautifully shot, thoughtful, sexy porn for 20 years. She and Dan talked about dealing with porn as a parent, how much porn is too much porn, and how adult content should NOT be in the hands of tech bros. Finally, is it a consent violation to walk the streets with come visibly on your face? It's a yes or no question. Q@Savage.Love 206-302-2064 This episode is brought to you by Hims, providing affordable access to ED treatment, online. Start your free online visit today at Hims.com/Savage. This episode is brought to you by Liberator: makers of pillows, shapes and furniture for new exciting sex. Go to Liberator.com/Savage or type “Savage” into the search bar for private VIP access to deals that are too good to announce on this podcast! This episode is brought to you by Radical Relating: A Queer and Polyamory-Informed Guide to Love Beyond the Myth of Monogamy by Mel Cassidy. It's a book on how to do poly better. US-based listeners can get 25% off on www.northatlanticbooks.com through September 2025 with code SAVAGE. Dan Savage is a sex-advice columnist, podcaster, author, obituary aficionado and creator of the It Gets Better Project. Bringing you the ups and downs and ins and outs of sex (with a dose of progressive politics,) since the ink dried on the Louisiana Purchase.

What do our souls experience on the other side of the veil? Today would have been my dad's 82nd birthday, and in this episode I open to the messages he wanted to share from the spirit realm. What came through was tender and powerful, with my father reflecting on the love he can see more clearly now and reminding us that even when our loved ones couldn't fully recognize us in this life, their spirits do. My grandparents joined as well, offering their own wisdom and showing how our family bonds continue to grow in spirit. Their presence was a reminder that even complicated relationships can soften, transform, and reveal the deeper threads of love that were always there, because the soul never ceases, and neither does love. Did you know I offer intuitive readings and coaching sessions to clients all over the world?   You can book your session here:  https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages?provider_id=13555 Connect with your soul tribe in the Intuitive Connection Premier Community!  Enjoy Bi-weekly group intuitive readings and support in strengthening your own intuitive connection.  https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/46947  Awaken the magic in you and experience a one-of-a-kind in-person retreat experiences at Cactus Blossom Retreat in Escondido, California: https://cactusblossomretreat.com Connect and learn with me here: https://victoriashawintuitive.com/ www.instagram.com/victoriashawintuitive https://www.facebook.com/victoriashawintuitivecounseling/  If you would like to connect with other like-minded souls, take a deeper dive into the topics discussed in these episodes, or learn more about how to awaken to your own inner magnificence, please join us in my Facebook group, Intuitive Connection Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Intuitiveconnectioncommunity Are you ready to take the next steps in awakening your intuition?  Please enjoy and download a copy of my Free Activate Your Intuition Ebook: https://victoriashawintuitive.com/free-e-book/ If you would like to take a deeper dive into leveraging the power of your intuition, please check out my self-paced, online course, Activating Your Intuition at: https://victoriashawintuitive.com/courses/activating-your-intuition/ Books mentioned in the episode can be found: https://bookshop.org/shop/Victoriashawintuitive Disclosure: I am an affiliate of Bookshop.org and I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices