Podcasts about Love Lessons

The Greatest Love: Lessons for Living with Extraordinary Courage–Even After the Worst Day of Your Life by Tim Brown https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593981391 Fftim.com “A powerful reminder that true courage is measured not in strength but in service to others . . . Tim Brown doesn't just tell a story of survival—he delivers a blueprint for leadership under the most extreme circumstances imaginable.”—Gary Sinise “I was profoundly moved by Tim's story of resilience, faith, and enduring purpose.”—Admiral William McRaven, from the foreword Decorated FDNY firefighter, 9/11 survivor, and expert emergency manager Tim Brown shares the lessons he's learned about grief, resilience, sacrificial love, and transforming pain into purpose. Would you be able to stand again after the worst day of your life? How do you keep serving and leading when the task is heavy and the cost is high? On September 11, 2001, FDNY firefighter and emergency manager Tim Brown was inside the World Trade Center complex when the towers fell. Nearly one hundred of his friends and colleagues were killed. He lived—and vowed to never forget. Then came September 12. And every day after that. Days spent first surviving, then grieving, then learning how to transform pain into purpose. Drawing on decades in fire service, disaster response, and national security, as well as on the lessons learned from the fallen heroes, Brown distills the principles of sacrificial service that he forged in the midst of pressure, trauma, and great personal cost. In The Greatest Love, you'll learn: • How to re-discover purpose by finding your sacrificial why • What nine therapists missed about managing grief—and the process that finally worked • Why establishing the DNA of sacrificial service in your life is key • How to connect with your brotherhood and leave a legacy Sacrificial service is the greatest love any of us can show. This means carrying the load when no one is watching, putting service before self-protection, and not letting your loss dictate who you become. Step beyond survival and into a life marked by purpose, resilience, and grace.

This week Dr. Gregg Mays talks about what he learned during his recent time in South Korea. He discusses the importance of Godly love in relationships with the family. He witnessed how much his wife's family love one another. Foundation Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8aHow can Agape Leaders serve you?  Please find us at:         Website:  http://www.agapeleaders.org/    LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregg-mays/      Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/agapeleaders.org     Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agapeleaders10/    Bible Break With Agape Leaders: http://www.agapeleaders.org/daily-devotionTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@greggmaysYouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCmM7ETR652mLtDSKSjda-pwGet Your Copy of the A Word Wednesday Devotion: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=A+Word+Wednesday+Devotion&ref=nav_bb_sbRead Dr. Mays' book Practical Leadership: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=practical+leadership+lessons+from+an+average+leader&crid=259U5RNS5J5W5&sprefix=Practical+Leadership%2Caps%2C102&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_4_20Give to ALCFM: http://www.agapeleaders.org/store/p15/Agape_Leaders_Christian_Fellowship_Ministry_Support.html

This week, I'm back with friend of the show, Dee 'Lil D' Porter, and we had to talk about a phrase that sounds good…until you really sit with it.“You attract who you are.”Do you though?Or are you just letting people stay who never should've had access in the first place?We get real about self-esteem, patterns, and the truth about why you keep ending up in the same situations with different people. From wild dating stories to hard accountability, this conversation isn't about blaming others. It's about looking in the mirror and asking better questions.Because at some point…you gotta stop saying “this keeps happening to me” and start asking “why do I keep allowing this?”What We Talk AboutThe difference between attraction and toleranceHow low self-esteem shows up in your dating choicesWhy “they like me” is not a good enough reason to stayThe role of boundaries in who gets access to youRecognizing misalignment early and what to do about itWhy potential will keep you stuck longer than realityThe truth about outgrowing people and relationshipsIt's About DAMN Time…It's about damn time I stop confusing understanding someone with excusing them.D.A.M.N. ChallengeTake a real look at your life this week.Where are you saying you want better…but still entertaining what doesn't match?Ask yourself:What am I currently tolerating that I said I wouldn't?Who has access to me that hasn't earned it?Where am I ignoring patterns because I see potential?Then make one decision that reflects your standards…not your comfort.Follow Lil D on IG → hereWatch her new show, Love Lessons on YouTube → hereVisit her website → hereConnect with MeFollow me on all platforms: @DaWholeDamnShowFollow It's About DAMN Time: @ItsAboutDamnTimePodCop the DAMN University merch right here: → Shop now

During last night’s recoupling, we saw the girls each praise the Casa Amor man they coupled up with, some even saying they were the “perfect man.” Then we heard Melanie, Kayda and Aniya all criticize the boy they had been coupled up with, talking about the hurt and distrust they felt for them. But when decision time came, they all dumped the nice guys, the men who they said all made them feel seen and validated. Amy and T.J. talk about why it seems, nice guys always finish last. Stay tuned for our next episode, where T.J. explains why K.C. dumped sweet Aniya for Titi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So many people are skeptical of the love story that brought us to tears last night: watching Bryce and Trinity reuniting after pining away for one another in Casa Amor. Come on, how could they each fake those tearful confessionals apart? How could they know what the other was feeling or thinking, and when would they have had a private space to come up with a plan? Nah, we believe in their slow burn friendship turned romance and we are rooting for them to the very end. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We were all hoping it wouldn’t come to this, K.C. leaving Aniya, in tears for another woman. And not just any woman, Titi is in the villa now, and she seems ready to leave her mark. Amy asks T.J. on behalf of all the confused women watching Love Island, why in the hell would K.C. dump beautiful, sweet, smart Aniya for a sassy woman he just met three days ago? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During last night’s recoupling, we saw the girls each praise the Casa Amor man they coupled up with, some even saying they were the “perfect man.” Then we heard Melanie, Kayda and Aniya all criticize the boy they had been coupled up with, talking about the hurt and distrust they felt for them. But when decision time came, they all dumped the nice guys, the men who they said all made them feel seen and validated. Amy and T.J. talk about why it seems, nice guys always finish last. Stay tuned for our next episode, where T.J. explains why K.C. dumped sweet Aniya for Titi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We were all hoping it wouldn’t come to this, K.C. leaving Aniya, in tears for another woman. And not just any woman, Titi is in the villa now, and she seems ready to leave her mark. Amy asks T.J. on behalf of all the confused women watching Love Island, why in the hell would K.C. dump beautiful, sweet, smart Aniya for a sassy woman he just met three days ago? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So many people are skeptical of the love story that brought us to tears last night: watching Bryce and Trinity reuniting after pining away for one another in Casa Amor. Come on, how could they each fake those tearful confessionals apart? How could they know what the other was feeling or thinking, and when would they have had a private space to come up with a plan? Nah, we believe in their slow burn friendship turned romance and we are rooting for them to the very end. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So many people are skeptical of the love story that brought us to tears last night: watching Bryce and Trinity reuniting after pining away for one another in Casa Amor. Come on, how could they each fake those tearful confessionals apart? How could they know what the other was feeling or thinking, and when would they have had a private space to come up with a plan? Nah, we believe in their slow burn friendship turned romance and we are rooting for them to the very end. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During last night’s recoupling, we saw the girls each praise the Casa Amor man they coupled up with, some even saying they were the “perfect man.” Then we heard Melanie, Kayda and Aniya all criticize the boy they had been coupled up with, talking about the hurt and distrust they felt for them. But when decision time came, they all dumped the nice guys, the men who they said all made them feel seen and validated. Amy and T.J. talk about why it seems, nice guys always finish last. Stay tuned for our next episode, where T.J. explains why K.C. dumped sweet Aniya for Titi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We were all hoping it wouldn’t come to this, K.C. leaving Aniya, in tears for another woman. And not just any woman, Titi is in the villa now, and she seems ready to leave her mark. Amy asks T.J. on behalf of all the confused women watching Love Island, why in the hell would K.C. dump beautiful, sweet, smart Aniya for a sassy woman he just met three days ago? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So many people are skeptical of the love story that brought us to tears last night: watching Bryce and Trinity reuniting after pining away for one another in Casa Amor. Come on, how could they each fake those tearful confessionals apart? How could they know what the other was feeling or thinking, and when would they have had a private space to come up with a plan? Nah, we believe in their slow burn friendship turned romance and we are rooting for them to the very end. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We were all hoping it wouldn’t come to this, K.C. leaving Aniya, in tears for another woman. And not just any woman, Titi is in the villa now, and she seems ready to leave her mark. Amy asks T.J. on behalf of all the confused women watching Love Island, why in the hell would K.C. dump beautiful, sweet, smart Aniya for a sassy woman he just met three days ago? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During last night’s recoupling, we saw the girls each praise the Casa Amor man they coupled up with, some even saying they were the “perfect man.” Then we heard Melanie, Kayda and Aniya all criticize the boy they had been coupled up with, talking about the hurt and distrust they felt for them. But when decision time came, they all dumped the nice guys, the men who they said all made them feel seen and validated. Amy and T.J. talk about why it seems, nice guys always finish last. Stay tuned for our next episode, where T.J. explains why K.C. dumped sweet Aniya for Titi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever gazed at a glass of water and wondered… What if this isn't just a glass of H₂O — but a reflection of everything I feel inside? And what if the way I treat myself… The words I say to myself… The beliefs I carry about who I am… Actually show up in the very cells of my body?   Today on I Love Me The Podcast, we're diving into the work of Japanese researcher Dr. Masaru Emoto and his water crystal experiments. But then, we're going deeper. Much deeper. Into how this visual science offers us a mirror — pointing straight to our relationship with ourselves.   Because water doesn't just reflect. It responds. And you — around 70% water, by the way — are soaking in your own thoughts all day long. So if you're ready to see your self-love journey in a whole new light, grab yourself a glass of water, and let's go.   You can take a peek at the full episode show notes (and resources I refer to in the show) here: https://gettingnaked.com.au/2026/06/03/93-what-water-shows-us-about-self-love-lessons-from-dr-emoto/   Resources…   Ep.24 Heartfelt Wisdom. Tapping Into The Power Of The Heart-Brain. https://gettingnaked.com.au/2024/08/14/ep-24-heartfelt-wisdom-tapping-into-the-power-of-the-heart-brain/   Ep.29 Could Practising Gratitude Make You A Happier Person? https://gettingnaked.com.au/2024/09/18/ep-29-could-practising-gratitude-make-you-a-happier-person/   Ep.77 The Magic Of Mantras - How Words Transform Your Life. https://gettingnaked.com.au/2025/11/05/ep-77-the-magic-of-mantras-how-words-transform-your-life/   Ep.91 How to Solve All Your Problems in Life (The Self-Love Way). https://gettingnaked.com.au/2026/05/06/91-how-to-solve-all-your-problems-in-life-the-self-love-way/   Remarkable Relationships program https://gettingnaked.com.au/remarkable-relationships/   One-on-One Intensive https://gettingnaked.com.au/intensive/   About me…   Hi, I'm Tamra Mercieca, a Self-Love Therapist, Women's Pelvic Health Guide, and host of I Love Me The Podcast. For 20+ years I've been teaching people worldwide how to heal depression and anxiety naturally, strengthen pelvic health, and cultivate radical self-love.   In 2011, I founded Getting Naked, an online school offering resources and programs that help people strip away limiting beliefs and childhood conditioning so they can feel confident, connected, free in their bodies and able to love and accept themselves unconditionally.   Alongside being a mum, wife, tea lover, and drummer, I'm qualified in more than a dozen holistic healing modalities. I've written two books, been published worldwide (print, TV, radio, etc), and often share my passion for self-love, mental health and pelvic wellbeing at yoga and spirituality festivals.   My own journey began when I learned how to overcome suicidal depression and anxiety without medication. From that, I created a ten-session self-love therapy program that now helps others do the same.   On the podcast, I share personal stories, tools and science-backed down-to-earth practices for emotional healing, women's health, and living with more joy and freedom. May you feel more whole and more complete, by simply tuning in!   If you'd like to read my full love story and bio - including all my credentials - head to https://gettingnaked.com.au/tamra/   Contact…   Website: https://gettingnaked.com.au/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gettingnaked/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RelationshipQueen/   Music written by Tamra Mercieca and Grey Milton. Performed by Xani Kolac and Grey Milton.

Rosalynde F. Welch explores the book of Ruth through the lens of “costly love,” considering the beautiful and complicated ways Orpah, Ruth, and Boaz each respond to need, loyalty, and covenant. The article asks what faithful self-giving looks like when sacrifice is both spiritually powerful and morally risky.

When people stop Ramy Youssef on the street, it's usually not because they're mega-fans of his comedy. Instead, they mostly just want to pet his dog. It's not until they walk away, he says, that they recognize him from his semiautobiographical sitcom, "Ramy," or his latest special, "Ramy Youssef: In Love." In fact, Youssef's dog, Basha, is a big part of the special and has become a major part of his life, even if he does sometimes steal the spotlight. On this episode of “Modern Love,” Youssef tells Anna Martin, our host, what he has learned about unconditional love from Basha. He reads a Modern Love essay from the archive, in which the writer describes working at an animal rescue and how watching humans in the midst of the adoption process redeemed them a little in her eyes. Here's how to submit a Modern Love essay to The New York Times. Here's how to submit a Tiny Love Story. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Sunday, and as you probably know, Rich likes to turn his attention away from Marketing and focus on topics relating to personal development and spirituality. On today's podcast Rich gets inspired by his friend Dave to work to make his marriage even better… and learns valuable lessons about how Agape love can make your family stronger. This is a great story… please listen all the way to the end.

In this episode of the Sermon Notes Podcast, Brian Ball is joined by longtime friend and pastor Mike Glenn to continue the "Chosen Exile" series with a deep dive into 1 Peter chapter 4. Together, they explore Peter's call for believers to live with urgency, humility, and love as they follow Christ in a world that often feels foreign. The conversation touches on the importance of prayer as a foundation, the true meaning of hospitality, the role of spiritual gifts in serving others, and how suffering can shape and strengthen faith. Brian Ball and Mike Glenn share personal stories, practical wisdom, and encouragement for listeners to trust God through every season, embracing community and hope—even in the midst of trials.

Singer, songwriter Maisie Peters joins us in the studio! At just 25, Maisie has already opened for Taylor Swift on the Eras Tour, supported Coldplay, sung Stick Season with Noah Kahan, and performed at Wembley Stadium eight times! Not to mentioned just released a music video directed byt Amelia Dimz and starring BennyDrama. Oh! She also teased her new album with creating a very iconic rom-com scene. So, as a longtime fan of Maisie’s beautifully gut-wrenching lyrics, I was lucky enough to do every fans dream and read out to her my favourite lyrics and get her to unpack the stories and lessons behind them. Big Small Talk Instagram Sarah-Jane's Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!Ready to create more space and alignment in your life? Wendy is here for it. Send her a DM on Instagram or shoot her an email—she'd love to chat, hold space, and help you design the pattern interrupt you need. All links are below.Email: podcast@phineaswrighthouse.comInstagram @phineaswrighthouseIn this episode, Wendy sits down with Heidi Friedman, attorney and author of Love Lessons: 104 Dates and the Stories That Led Me to True Love. Though Heidi published her book as a yes to herself, she didn't expect how her story of 10 years of dating, 104 dates, and finding love after divorce would resonate with everyone from happily married couples to 20-somethings navigating modern dating. Heidi's message is simple but powerful: sometimes what feels like the worst luck in the world is actually setting you up for the best thing that will ever happen to you.They explore:Why karma is real, and why you have to do more than just sit on your couch and hope for the bestThe idea of "Good luck, bad luck, who knows?" and how it changes everything when life hands us setbacks Why giving to the universe what you want to get back actually works (yes, even for finding a husband)This is a conversation about hope, resilience, and trusting that our negative experiences may be exactly what needs to happen to lead us to our next "yes!" Connect with Heidi:Instagram @LoveLessons104Get her book: Love Lessons: 104 Dates and the Stories That Led Me to True LoveHer Podcast: I Love You More________________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with Wendy: LinkedinInstagram: @phineaswrighthouseFacebook: Phineas Wright House Website: Phineas Wright House PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated Experience and Travel Interested in being a guest on the show? Send your pitch to podcast@phineaswrighthouse.com Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat! If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a 5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Love in college can feel like the biggest story of your life, but what if it's actually the classroom where you learn who you are? In this week's episode of our ‘Rooted in Love' series, our host and founder, Yoli Tamu takes you back to her years at Howard University to share real experiences with dating, music, and self‑discovery on and off campus, from supper‑club stages to difficult conversations and hard breakups. Through honest reflections on intimacy, expectations, jealousy, and the difference between healthy love and distracting love, she unpacks five key lessons and turns them into practical questions and steps you can apply right now. If you're a college freshman or young adult navigating dating, this episode will help you protect your heart, honor your purpose, and remember you never have to disappear in order to be loved. Yoli completed her M.Ed. in Cross-Cultural Teaching at National University, and received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre at Howard University in Washington, DC. She has fused her thirst for creativity and entrepreneurship with 25 years as a resolute educator/motivator, podcast host, speaker, author, and recording artist. In August 2020, Yoil created The Back to Me Podcast: College and Beyond-a weekly podcast that she also hosts and serves as Executive Producer. In her weekly thirty-minute shows, Yoli seamlessly shares enlightening, engaging, and entertaining conversations that feature monthly themes and a wide array of special guests from different social classes and professions. Her arsenal of talents also includes developing a professional career as a songwriter/singer, live performer, independently publishing a book as an author, and working as a Social Emotional Learning (SEL) coach. To learn more about Yoli's college journey, check out her self-published book, “Back to Me: A Devotional Walk for the College Freshman Woman” and visit our website at TheBacktoMePodcast.com.

Ralph welcomes Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson to discuss a wide range of topics, including NATO, Greenland, Gaza, and more. Then, Ralph speaks to Rabbi Alissa Wise (founding director of Rabbis for Ceasefire) about the “Jews for Food Aid for People in Gaza" campaign. Finally, Ralph and the team address some current events.Lawrence Wilkerson is a retired U.S. Army colonel. Over his 31 years of service, Colonel Wilkerson served as Secretary of State Colin Powell's Chief of Staff from 2002 to 2005, and Special Assistant to General Powell when he was Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 1989 to 1993. Colonel Wilkerson also served as Deputy Director and Director of the U.S. Marine Corps War College at Quantico, Virginia, and for fifteen years he was the Distinguished Visiting Professor of Government and Public Policy at the College of William and Mary. He is currently a Senior Fellow at the Eisenhower Media Network, senior advisor to the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, and co-founder of the All-Volunteer Force Forum.You aren't a newspaper, not really, if you don't have the guts to go out and get the news wherever it's happening. And you're reporting, nonetheless, to the American people [on the truth]. And it's nothing about the truth. It's as bad as what Netanyahu does in his own country in Hebrew. It's propaganda. And in many cases, it's not even accurate propaganda. It's falsified propaganda. You know, there used to be a law. And the law prohibited anyone in the Defense Department, for example, but any of the government agencies (Defense Department was the most guilty) that said: you cannot propagandize the American people. You can propagandize foreign audiences—even in wartime, you can propagandize those audiences, but you must not propagandize the American people. You have to tell them the truth or tell nothing at all. And if you're a media outlet, you should be telling them the truth, or the truth as you best can determine it. We don't honor that law anymore.Colonel Lawrence WilkersonI think [NATO and the EU are] gone, but I think the prospect for the future ought to be that we replace them. We don't just let them go and not have a replacement. And the replacement should be a European security architecture, which includes the Russians. And last time I checked a Rand McNally map, Russia (at least from the Urals inward) was a part of Europe. And it needs to be based not on spheres of influence, but on economic and financial and other needs that all of that group of people have. That's how you create something that will keep Europe and Russia together and not at loggerheads.Colonel Lawrence WilkersonI've said this a number of times (publicly I've said it) —the January 6th attempt to overthrow the United States government in favor of Donald Trump didn't fail because the system held. It failed because the coup plotters were incompetent, and their incompetence was most visible in not having the military (or a sizable segment thereof). They will not do that again.Colonel Lawrence WilkersonRabbi Alissa Wise is the Lead Organizer of Rabbis for Ceasefire, which she founded in October 2023. She was a staff leader at Jewish Voice for Peace from 2011-2021 and co-founded the JVP Rabbinical Council in 2010. She is co-author of “Solidarity is the Political Version of Love: Lessons from Jewish Anti-Zionist Organizing”. She is also one of the organizers of the “Jews for Food Aid for People in Gaza” campaign.I think there is a lot of support in the Jewish community for living up to core liberatory values that there are within Jewish tradition. This is true in every religious tradition and it's true in Judaism, where you can open the sacred text and find a justification for oppression or you could open a sacred text and find a pathway to liberation. And so what we're inviting people into is to pull the thread of liberatory Judaism. And making the conscious choice that those are the threads of the tradition that we want to pull on.Rabbi Alissa WiseThere's nothing Jewish about what the state of Israel is doing—about the state of Israel at all. It's not actually a fulfillment of Jewish practice or tradition or Torah. It's not a Torah-based government. It's government. It's a nation state. It's a military. And it uses—as I was saying before, one could open the Torah and identify justification for endless war or justification for freedom. And I think they often use their Jewishness as a fig leaf in order to shield themselves from criticism because “when you criticize them, you're being anti-Semitic.” And they pull on certain quotes or elements of Jewish teachings that either seem to uphold what they're doing while at the same time being palatable and accessible to the Christian Zionists that actually have for a long time been empowering US foreign policy.Rabbi Alissa WiseNews 2/6/26* Last week, we discussed the showdown in Congress over forcing Bill and Hillary Clinton to testify before the House Oversight Committee regarding the Epstein probe. Despite pressure from Democratic House leadership, many Democrats broke ranks to vote in favor of holding the former President and former Secretary of State in contempt of Congress. If this vote had gone to the full House, it is possible the couple could have been jailed until they agreed to testify. Instead, this week, Bill and Hillary Clinton agreed to appear before the Committee. Bill Clinton's relationship with Epstein is well-documented through the flight logs and photos that have emerged since the passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act. Hillary Clinton claims never to have met or spoken with the late sex offender and financier, per the BBC. Former President Clinton will appear for a deposition on February 27th; the former Secretary of State will appear the day before. This piece notes that this will mark the first time a former president has testified to Congress since Gerald Ford did so in 1983 – marking a watershed moment for Congress reasserting its constitutional authority.* In more news of Congress asserting its authority vis-a-vis the Epstein scandal, Representatives Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie appeared on “Meet the Press,” this week and said that while the release of the latest batch of files is “significant,” it “is not good enough.” Khanna estimates that only about half of the Epstein files have been released so far. Given how much we have learned from the files so far, it is anyone's guess what lurks in the files they have yet to release. Crucially, withholding the files is in direct contravention of the law authored by the two lawmakers. Khanna stated plainly that “If we don't get the remaining files…Thomas Massie and I are prepared to move on impeachment,” of Attorney General Pam Bondi. This from CNBC.* The Epstein scandal has contributed to growing fissures in the MAGA movement. Perhaps the most notable defector from that camp is retired Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. This week, Greene sat for an interview with conservative radio personality Kim Iversen, and said that President Trump's Make America Great Again slogan was “all a lie…a big lie for the people,” adding “What MAGA is really serving in this administration, who they're serving, is their big donors,” per the Hill. Elaborating further, Greene said that Trump's financial backers are the real beneficiaries of the supposedly populist movement, saying “They get the government contracts, they get the pardons, or somebody they love or one of their friends gets a pardon.” While Greene has resigned her seat in Congress, she shows little sign of disappearing from the public eye. Many speculate she could seek political office in the future, even the presidency, charting a path forward for a post-Trump GOP.* Another major fight in Congress has to do with checking the out of control Department of Homeland Security. While congressional Democrats' response to the events in Minneapolis leaves much to be desired, Senate Democratic leadership is pushing for reforms to “rein in” ICE and Border Patrol, including “body camera requirements, an end to roving patrols, elevated warrant requirements and a measure to ban officers from wearing masks,” per the Hill. While these reforms fall far short of what is needed, they would go a long way toward checking the worst excesses of these out of control organizations that have come to resemble nothing so much as secret police.* At the state level, the New York Times reports New York Attorney General Letitia James announced that her office will “deploy legal observers to document raids conducted by federal immigration authorities across the state.” These observers, who will be outfitted with clearly identifiable purple vests, are intended to serve as “neutral witnesses on the ground,” and will be “instructed not to interfere with enforcement activity.” This piece highlights that California and New York have already “unveiled online portals for residents to upload photos and videos of misconduct by federal agents that could be used in state lawsuits against the federal government.” A similar effort is being launched by New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill. It remains to be seen whether these attempts to step up oversight of ICE and CBP activity will check the flagrant misconduct we have seen in places in Minneapolis.* In more state and local news, the Root reports the Gullah-Geechee people – descendants of enslaved Africans who formed unique communities including a distinct culture and even language on the coasts of states like Georgia, Florida and the Carolinas – have scored a victory against gentrification on Sapelo Island, the only surviving Gullah-Geechee community in Georgia. In 2023, developers came in and, with local commissioners in their pockets attempted to “eliminate special zoning laws… [and] double the maximum home size on the island…to 3,000 square feet.” In response, local activists and groups like Keep Sapelo Geechee collected thousands of signatures to force a community vote on the matter. This measure passed late last month by a margin of 85%. While small in scale, this victory shows that when residents organize to protect their communities they can win, even in the face of long odds.* A more disturbing story of the American periphery comes to us from Bolts Magazine. This story concerns a family from American Samoa, an unincorporated U.S. Pacific territory where residents are “American Nationals” but not citizens of the United States. This family – Tupe Smith, her husband Mike Pese and their children – moved to Whittier, Alaska in 2017 to be close to Pese's mother. Smith, a pillar of the local community, was recruited to run for the school board and won unanimously. However, because she is only a National and not a citizen, despite having a U.S. passport and Social Security number, she was in fact not eligible to run for office or even vote. Smith was arrested and indicted on two charges of felony voter misconduct. The irony of this story is that “The Alaska DMV, which doubles as a voter registration office…did not [even] include [the option to identify as a non-citizen U.S. national on official forms] until 2022” and the state has admitted that it “registered an unspecified number of non-citizens to vote between 2022 and 2024.” Now, because of Alaska's own mistakes, some Nationals are beginning to be deported over their erroneous registrations. Beyond the bureaucratic incompetence, this is a story about the American empire designating people outside of U.S. mainland second-class citizens, or more precisely, Nationals, for no discernible reason other than keeping them as a permanent colonial underclass.* Speaking of American imperial expansion, the Financial Times reports Trump administration officials held covert meetings with fringe separatist groups from Canada's oil-rich province of Alberta, such as the far-right Alberta Prosperity Project. According to this report, separatist leaders have met with US state department officials in Washington three times since April 2025, and the separatists are seeking another meeting next month with state and Treasury officials to ask for a $500 billion credit line to help keep the province afloat financially if an independence referendum is passed. This blatant undermining of Canadian sovereignty triggered outcry in the country, with British Columbia premier David Eby saying “To go to a foreign country and to ask for assistance in breaking up Canada, there's an old fashioned word for that, and that word is treason.” This from another story in the FT.* In more Trump news, after a slew of embarrassing incidents including composer Philip Glass pulling his new Lincoln symphony from the Kennedy Center in protest and the arts director resigning after just days on the job, NPR reports the president announced he will close the center for two years for “Construction, Revitalization, and Complete Rebuilding.” As the NPR piece notes, this announcement has sent ripples of confusion through the D.C. arts world, including everyone from performers in long running shows like Shear Madness, which is currently booked at the center through October as well as unions with Kennedy Center contracts, such as the musicians of the National Symphony and backstage crew. Moreover, technically Congress would have to approve of this overhaul, though considering how deferential Republican congressional leaders have proven, they would likely rubber-stamp any proposed changes. Regardless, a long-term closure of the Kennedy Center would be a tragic loss for the cultural landscape of Washington and a humiliating acknowledgment of Trump's own mismanagement of the venerable institution.* Finally, we turn to the tiny island nation of Cuba, which has held out against imperialist pressure from the United States for so many decades. This week, President Trump told reporters “Mexico is gonna cease sending [Cuba] oil,” though he did not explain why, per Reuters. At the same time, the Guardian reports Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has pledged to send humanitarian aid to Cuba adding that Mexico is “exploring all diplomatic avenues to be able to send fuel to the Cuban people,” despite the pressure campaign by the United States. She further claimed that despite Trump's comments, “We never discussed…the issue of oil with Cuba.” The Reuters piece however notes that “Trump has privately questioned Sheinbaum about crude and fuel shipments to Cuba,” and Sheinbaum “responded that the shipments are ‘humanitarian aid,'” and that Trump “did not directly urge Mexico to halt the oil deliveries.” On Sunday, the Hill reported Pope Leo XIV weighed in to beseech that the two nations engage in a “sincere and effective dialogue in order to avoid violence and every action that could increase the suffering of the dear Cuban people,” echoing a call by the Bishops of Cuba.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Any takeaways from this episode?Bridgerton is back, and we're kicking off our month-long Bridgerton Central event with a look at the best and not-so-great love lessons from the first half of Season 4.What We LovedFrancesca & John's calm, respectful communicationMore vulnerability and open conversations about intimacyDating without putting “future spouse” pressure on every interactionReminder that real love grows in reality, not fantasyWhat Made Us Side-EyeThe “reformed rake” mythBenedict's power imbalance and lack of clear communicationBare-minimum behavior being treated as heroicEloise's rigid identity and jealousy this seasonBig Takeaway:Healthy relationships are built on honesty, respect, vulnerability, and consent — not grand gestures or fantasy projections.Join the FunNew Bridgerton episodes weekly through FebruaryDaily Instagram content and pollsLive Bridgerton Afternoon Tea in MarchLeave us a voicemail at RomComRescue.com or DM us your hot takes!Come talk with us about your favorite rom-coms on instagram, tiktok, & youtube and Bluesky!Get show notes, transcripts, and more information on at Rom-ComRescue.com

The second part of this conversation with Cindy Trimm on Women of Impact is just as packed with gems of wisdom as the first part. In this half, we move into the power of boundaries, brokenness, and the gift of communication in every one of these areas. “Every crisis is a gift, every problem is an opportunity, and every adverse circumstance is my most valuable teacher.” -Cindy Trimm If you've ever wondered, "Is staying single worth it?" Before you settle for that partner your gut keeps warning you about, you HAVE to listen to this episode. This heart-to-heart with Cindy Trimm, a woman who turned her broken pieces and unstoppable ambition is a powerful inspiration for anyone. Cindy got married at 60 (yes, you read that right!), proving that it's never too late to find happiness. She believes that we attract who we are, not who we want. So, if you're dreaming of an amazing partner, let's get back into this conversation with the unstoppable Cindy Trimm.! Follow Cindy Trimm: Website: ⁠https://iweighcommunity.com/⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jameelajamil/⁠  YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/jameelajamil⁠  Follow Me Lisa Bilyeu:  Website: ⁠https://www.radicalconfidence.com/⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠  Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu⁠  X: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The second part of this conversation with Cindy Trimm on Women of Impact is just as packed with gems of wisdom as the first part. In this half, we move into the power of boundaries, brokenness, and the gift of communication in every one of these areas. “Every crisis is a gift, every problem is an opportunity, and every adverse circumstance is my most valuable teacher.” -Cindy Trimm If you've ever wondered, "Is staying single worth it?" Before you settle for that partner your gut keeps warning you about, you HAVE to listen to this episode. This heart-to-heart with Cindy Trimm, a woman who turned her broken pieces and unstoppable ambition is a powerful inspiration for anyone. Cindy got married at 60 (yes, you read that right!), proving that it's never too late to find happiness. She believes that we attract who we are, not who we want. So, if you're dreaming of an amazing partner, let's get back into this conversation with the unstoppable Cindy Trimm.! Follow Cindy Trimm: Website: ⁠https://iweighcommunity.com/⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jameelajamil/⁠  YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/jameelajamil⁠  Follow Me Lisa Bilyeu:  Website: ⁠https://www.radicalconfidence.com/⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠  Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu⁠  X: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to Women of Impact ! This two-part conversation with Cindy Trimm is PACKED with wisdom bombs you wish you heard 10 or 20 years ago. Cindy shares her story of transforming her broken pieces into powerful lessons, and how she found love at 60! We unpack the value of being single and why you never want to settle. The encouraging part in all this is that you attract who you are, not who you want. Cindy gives practical tips and gems  on how to make yourself the priority and not the option. We dive deep into Cindy's 20-year vision plan and how she developed the mindset of choosing adventure over security. We discuss hard-hitting questions like, "Can he handle all that you want to grow and evolve into?" It's time for you to stop playing the supporting role in other people's stories. “Your feet will never take you where your mind has never been.” -Cindy Trimm If you're ready to step into your own story as the leading lady, this episode is a must-listen! Remember, you're worthy of happiness, and we're here to help you achieve it. Stay unstoppable, ladies! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review for more empowering conversations like this one. Follow Cindy Trimm: Website: ⁠https://iweighcommunity.com/⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jameelajamil/⁠  YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/jameelajamil⁠  Follow Me Lisa Bilyeu:  Website: ⁠https://www.radicalconfidence.com/⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠  Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu⁠  X: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Women of Impact ! This two-part conversation with Cindy Trimm is PACKED with wisdom bombs you wish you heard 10 or 20 years ago. Cindy shares her story of transforming her broken pieces into powerful lessons, and how she found love at 60! We unpack the value of being single and why you never want to settle. The encouraging part in all this is that you attract who you are, not who you want. Cindy gives practical tips and gems  on how to make yourself the priority and not the option. We dive deep into Cindy's 20-year vision plan and how she developed the mindset of choosing adventure over security. We discuss hard-hitting questions like, "Can he handle all that you want to grow and evolve into?" It's time for you to stop playing the supporting role in other people's stories. “Your feet will never take you where your mind has never been.” -Cindy Trimm If you're ready to step into your own story as the leading lady, this episode is a must-listen! Remember, you're worthy of happiness, and we're here to help you achieve it. Stay unstoppable, ladies! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review for more empowering conversations like this one. Follow Cindy Trimm: Website: ⁠https://iweighcommunity.com/⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jameelajamil/⁠  YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/jameelajamil⁠  Follow Me Lisa Bilyeu:  Website: ⁠https://www.radicalconfidence.com/⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠  Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu⁠  X: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

#391 In this episode, Guy talked with Kamini Desai. She discussed the journey towards finding inner peace and the transformative power of yoga and meditation. Growing up as the daughter of a yoga master, Kamini explored various life paths, including a stint in diplomacy, only to return to the teachings of yoga. She explained how practices like yoga nidra help clear karmic blocks and transform our consciousness and energy. The conversation also delved into the broader possibilities of spiritual awakening, the importance of facing personal suffering for growth, and practical tips for daily mindfulness and self-care routines. About Kamini: For over 30 years Kamini has created unique body of teachings combining the ancient wisdom of yoga with modern psychology. Trained at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health with degrees in Anthropology and Psychology from Smith College and La Salle University, Kamini Desai PhD has served as Education Director of the Amrit Yoga Institute, Director of Wellness at Yarrow, an executive retreat center, and on faculty of the Foxhollow Leadership Center. She is the co-founder and curriculum developer of I AM Yoga Nidra, one of the 5 major schools of Yoga Nidra, founder of I AM Yoga Therapy and the former director of the 800hr IAYT- Accredited I AM Yoga Therapy program. She now serves as the Director of I AM Education featuring advanced studies and trainings in personal development. Kamini is the developer of the I AM Yoga Nidra app, author of the source text; Yoga Nidra: The Art of Transformational Sleep, and the book Life Lessons, Love Lessons. Kamini is the daughter of Yogi Amrit Desai, founder of Kripalu Center, Amrit Institute, and one of the original yoga masters who pioneered the popularity of yoga in the West. Key Points Discussed:  (00:00) - The Effortless Path to Awakening Most People Don't Understand! (00:49) - Guest Introduction: Kamini's Journey (02:26) - Growing Up with a Yoga Master (03:54) - Understanding the Essence of Yoga (07:27) - The Role of Energy and Consciousness (11:31) - Experiencing and Harnessing Energy (16:27) - Clearing and Healing Through Energy (21:50) - Living from Presence and Inner Knowing (26:22) - Combining Intuition and Intellect (27:29) - Enhanced Mental Clarity and Intuition (28:33) - Teaching Yoga in Iceland (30:05) - Exploring Yoga Nidra (34:27) - Understanding Karma and Its Impact (47:58) - Daily Routines for Spiritual Well-being (50:41) - Final Thoughts on Creating Life Experiences How to Contact Kamini Desai:www.kaminidesai.com www.iameducation.org   About me:My Instagram: www.instagram.com/guyhlawrence/?hl=en Guy's websites:www.guylawrence.com.au www.liveinflow.co

What a thrill to interview my oldest daughter and one of her very best friends. Ella and Landry have been friends since 3rd grade and it's so special to hear from two young women that are keeping their faith a priority in college. I ask them about their “favorites” from tennis shoes to rom-coms and then we get into some more serious topics.My favorite moment is when I ask each of them, “What is God teaching you right now?” I was blown away by their answers and also felt so thankful that they are both engaged in their college church communities. Ask your kiddos that question this Christmas break and let them share about their faith. I am always astounded when I learn how much depth and wisdom is in these teens. They are wiser than you know.You also don't want to miss my opening story about an “elf on the shelf” adventure gone wrong. I am still feeling a little rattled from it. Enjoy!Courtney 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions07:05 High School Experiences and Advice10:02 Navigating Junior Year Challenges14:54 Senior Year Reflections and Relationships18:26 Maintaining Faith in High School23:35 Parental Guidance and Support25:37 Navigating High School Dynamics26:56 Understanding Teen Communication28:04 The High School Experience: Challenges and Growth30:51 Transitioning to College Life33:35 Building Friendships in College37:48 Spiritual Growth and Lessons Learned43:18 Legacy of Love: Lessons from GrandmothersConnect with Pardon The Mess:Christian ParentingPardon The Mess Courtney DeFeoORDER YOUR 2026-2027 PRAYER JOURNAL NOWResources from today's show:Ella's new sneakers - Back 70Yahtzee GameNertz GameQuiplash (on Apple TV)New Morning Mercies devotionalSupport Christian ParentingPrefer video? This episode is on YouTube!The Christian Parenting Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.orgOur Sponsors:* Check out Everyday Dose and use my code CPPODCAST for a great deal: https://everydaydose.comPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Kristen sits down with attorney and author Heidi Friedman to explore her decade-long journey of healing, starting over, and finding hope after divorce. www.heidifriedman.com   When you purchase these books through these Amazon affiliate links, you're helping support the podcast at no extra cost to you:   Heidi Friedman's book: Love Lessons: 104 Dates and the Stories That Led Me to True Love: https://amzn.to/47S2Gco Heidi's Book Recommendations:  Year of Yes: 10th Anniversary Edition: https://amzn.to/49xRKlr The Secret (The Secret Library): https://amzn.to/4oRSre6   Subscribe and get a free 5-day journal at www.kristendboice.com to begin closing the chapter on what doesn't serve you and open the door to the real you. This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to you to educate you about ideas on stress management and as a self-help tool for your own use. It is not psychotherapy/counseling in any form. This information is to be used at your own risk based on your own judgment. For my full Disclaimer please go to www.kristendboice.com. For counseling services near Indianapolis, IN, visit www.pathwaystohealingcounseling.com. Pathways to Healing Counseling's vision is to provide warm, caring, compassionate and life-changing counseling services and educational programs to individuals, couples and families in order to create learning, healing and growth.    

If you struggle with dating, you're probably addicted to something. Maybe it's “liquid courage,” or settling for so-so relationships, or choosing porn over approaching women. In this 3-part sober dating series, dating coach Connell Barrett shares his 1,000-day journey of sobriety—and offers 3 steps that can help you beat almost any addiction. Whether you want to date sober or get out of your comfort zone, this inspiring episode shows you how to upgrade your love life.Episode Highlights:06:54: How a 30-Day “Booze Break” Became 1,000 Days—and a Whole New Life13:04: “This Is Not Me”: The Moment Connell Knew He Had to Change19:01: The Liquid Courage Lie28:00: The Lasting Way to Destroy an Addiction37:30: Three Steps to Kick Any Habit—and Transform Your Dating ConfidenceFOR A FREE CONSULTATION WITH CONNELL BARRETT TO SEE IF DATING COACHING IS RIGHT FOR YOU: Go to DatingTransformation.com

Welcome to The LunchBox Chats Podcast with Este and Laura. Join us every week for our scoop on everything fun, fab, & real. Follow us on Instagram: @lunchboxchats Disclaimer: this podcast is for entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the guest speakers are solely their own. Listener discretion is advised. Episode 276. Join Laura and Este this week as they catch you up on their lives and chat hot topics & also welcome a very special guest!

In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about love. He shareswith us a few different love lessons and how God is Love, but love is not God. He breaks down the Requirements to Love, the Reason to Love, and the Revelation of Love as shown in this passage, and why love isn't what we do but who we are.Finally, He talks about the importance of examining what we believe about Jesus, and how our pattern of love should match the pattern of our Savior. LAKEVIEW MISSIONARY CHURCH810 S. Evergreen Dr.Moses Lake, WA 98837509-765-5270www.LakeviewMissionaryChurch.comPastor Christopher sends a weekly update to our church everyWednesday with an encouraging article, prayer requests, and announcements.Subscribe here, http://eepurl.com/hC7SHDScripture taken from the New American Standard Bible,Copyright The Lockman Foundation 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973,1975, 1977, 1995. Used by permission.

Any takeaways from this episode?Welcome to the Rom-Com Rescue Holiday Extravaganza!  Six holiday rom-coms over the next six weeks!Conscious uncoupling, gingerbread throwdowns, one last “totally normal” family Christmas, inconvenient new crushes… and Pearson Fodé in candy-cane underwear. That's right. We went there.This week on RomCom Rescue, Kira and Dr. Izzy break down Netflix's brand-new 2025 holiday rom-com Merry Little Ex-Mas starring Alicia Silverstone, Oliver Hudson, Jamila Jamil, and Pierson Fode— and let's just say: It is was rough for us.Not magical. Not cozy. Not even Hot Frosty-level cute.But it is full of relationship red flags, questionable choices, unmatched chaos, and enough emotional immaturity to keep two therapists busy until 2028.We cover:

In this episode I sit with Sarah Intelligator — a divorce attorney, long-time yoga teacher, and author of Live, Laugh, Find True Love — to explore her approach to ‘holistic divorce' and how bringing mindfulness, compassion, and practical tools to family law can change how people navigate separation.Sarah explains why caring for the whole person matters in legal work, how divorce impacts children (and adult children), and the red flags and early patterns she sees in relationships that lead to separation.We dig into her ‘six F's' framework; fundamental values, fear, foundation, fairy tale, family, and fixing, and learn how to choose a partner intentionally, avoid settling, and protect your future self.To connect with Sarah: https://livelaughfindtruelove.com♾ In a fast-paced world like the one we live in, time is one of our most important assets. For a few minutes every episode, I, Tannaz Hosseinpour, will be discussing topics that aim to enhance the quality of your life, by helping you feel empowered to take inspired action on your personal growth journey.Connect with me for daily insights:InstagramFacebookTikTokMore resources available on www.minutesongrowth.comThis podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein.

Coming up on this episode of Flirtations, we welcome Heidi Friedman to the show, author of the book Love Lessons: 104 Dates and the Stories That Led Me to True Love. After her divorce and stepping into life as a single parent, Heidi woke up one morning shortly after her fortieth birthday with a realization: she wasn't sure she'd ever experienced romantic love.  So, she set out on a journey — one that would take her on 104 dates, and we're going to hear about some of those experiences today. We'll talk about dating after divorce, dating as a single parent, and what it means to find love.  We explore the fears, the logistics, the judgment, and the hope — and how even after the loss of a previous life, love can still surprise you. Because dating in your 40s isn't about starting over — it's about beginning again. Which is kind of the same thing, but you get it! Alright Flirties, let's do this, and meet Heidi! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Flirtations on your favorite podcast platform, and share this episode to spread BFE - big flirt energy, all over the world! Enjoying the show and want to support my work? Buy the Flirt Coach a coffee! Take the FREE Flirt Styles Quiz Get INSTANT ACCESS to my anti-anxiety flirting and dating guide Download my FLIRTING AND TEXTING CONVERSATION GUIDE Grab my FREE Dating App Survival handbook Book your 1:1 Flirting Audit Ask the Flirt Coach About our guest:  Heidi B. Friedman, formerly Goldstein and born Eisman, is a successful attorney and partner at a large law firm specializing in all areas of environmental law and environmental, social and governance (ESG) based counseling. Love Lessons is her first book, but Heidi has written regularly for Bloomberg, Law 360, and other publications related to her professional life and experience as a female lawyer. Heidi lives in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, with her husband Will, and their joint baby, Felix, a cur mix they rescued. Will is Heidi's do-over after being single for almost 10 years and surviving 104 dates. Heidi has four children. Two children she birthed, Morgan (25) and Zach (21) and two are her bonus children, Max (28) and Ben (26). Heidi and Will greatly enjoy traveling as well as spending time with friends. Heidi likes walks around Shaker Lakes, her time at yoga and Pilates, and date nights at a bar with Will. In her life, she has a strong network of amazing women who she treasures and who provide support, guidance and company for drinking wine. You can follow Heidi on Instagram and check out the I Love You More podcast on Apple. About your host:  Benjamin is a flirt and dating coach sharing his love of flirting and BFE - big flirt energy - with the world! A lifelong introvert and socially anxious member of society, Benjamin now helps singles and daters alike flirt with more confidence, clarity, and fun! As the flirt is all about connection, Benjamin helps the flirt community (the Flirties!) date from a place that allows the value of connection in all forms - platonic, romantic, and with the self - to take center stage. Ultimately, this practice of connection helps flirters and daters alike create stronger relationships, transcend limiting beliefs, and develop an unwavering love for the self. His work has been featured in Fortune, NBC News, The Huffington Post, Men's Health, and Yoga Journal. You can connect with Benjamin on Instagram, TikTok, watch on YouTube, and stream the Flirtations Flirtcast everywhere you listen to podcasts (like right here!), and find out more about working together 1:1 here.

Marriage is a blending of two lives and two household solutions, therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.

Marriage is a blending of two lives and two household solutions, therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.

Marriage is a blending of two lives and two household solutions, therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh. Marriage is a blending of two lives and two household solutions.

Dating in midlife isn't for the faint of heart. Maybe your marriage or a long-term relationship ended, you've healed, and now you're ready to date again—only to ride a rollercoaster of hope, disappointment, or those “fetal position on your bed” moments we don't always admit. But what if dating wasn't about forcing it or giving up—what if it was about trusting yourself, slowing down, and staying rooted in your worth? In this episode, I'm joined by Heidi Friedman—an accomplished attorney, writer, and debut author of Love Lessons. After surviving 104 dates (yes, you read that right), Heidi found her “do-over”—a healthy relationship built on mutual respect, care, and real connection. Her journey from single mom to thriving in love is both relatable and inspiring.We dive into the emotional reality of dating in midlife—what it takes to stay intentional, hold clear relationship expectations, why “don't settle” isn't just a slogan, and how to hold onto hope when you're a single mom dating. You'll learn:If the 104 dates were worth itWhy “don't settle” isn't just a catchphrase and how to embody itHow to approach dating as a path to growth, not just a goalThe mindset shift that kept Heidi open to loveWhat intentional dating looks like in practiceThe emotional toll dating can have and how to return to yourselfWhat emotional self-care looks like when dating feels discouragingHow self-work strengthens you for your future partnerIf you've ever wondered whether love is still possible for you, this conversation proves that it is—and that it can feel better, deeper, and more aligned than ever. Whether you're hopeful, healing, or exhausted by dating, this episode will remind you: you deserve love that feels like home. Cheers to finding love,LaurieClick here for a video on how to leave a review to receive a free somatic stabilization/grounding exercise. The podcast graphic is different from the current one. Once you complete it and send me a picture I will send you the video. My email is laurie@laurieejames.comThank you in advance. Click here to learn about my NEW “Nervous System Regulation Starter Kit” Free ResourcesClick here to receive my FREE “Girlfriends Guide to Online Dating”Click here to schedule a FREE inquiry call with me.Click here for my FREE “Beginner's Guide to Somatic Healing”Click here for my FREE Core Values ExerciseClick here to purchase my book: Sandwiched: A Memoir of Holding On and Letting GoWebsiteConnect with Heidi FriedmanPlease leave me feedback. I cannot respond so if you'd like me to respond, please leave your email***********************DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL, MEDICAL OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED THERAPIST IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING SUICIDAL THOUGHTS. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL WITH RESPECT TO ANY MEDICAL ISSUE OR PROBLEM.

00:08 Rabbi Alissa Wise is currently the Lead Organizer and Co-founder of Rabbis for Ceasefire; Rebecca Vilkomerson is former Executive Director of Jewish Voice for Peace and now Co-Director of the Funding Freedom project. They've co-authored the book Solidarity is the Political Version of Love: Lessons from jewish Anti-Zionist Organizing  [rebroadcast of an interview originally recorded on January 16 2025]  The post Organizing Jewish Anti-Zionism [rebroadcast] appeared first on KPFA.

The Love lessons! how to use the Love that you are?... in a good way   Yes, very intense and powerful times, the good news is that you know how to navigate these times...  This beautiful planet is going back into her original vibration, and with her, the whole creation, is time to catch up!   I am you Magdala  www.magdalas.com

In this episode, Cassandra chats about the 5 love lessons we can learn from Taylor Swift and her engagement to Travis Kelce about finding our life partner! She goes over these five tips that she's shared with clients over the years (as well as used to find her own husband) to help them find lasting love. Apply to work one on one with Cassandra or in an small group:https://forms.gle/xS6LfD5tM3zVApuy5 Learn more about my sacred structure sessions: https://cassandrabodzak.com/sacred-structure-sessions Join the FREE Manifestation challenge in the DDYL Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/divinelydesignyourlife Grab my FREE Divinely Design Your Life Meditation Bundle to help amplify your manifesting practice and reinvigorate your spiritual connection here:https://www.divinelydesignyourlife.com/meditation-bundle Join the conversation on my “You with Intention” substack where I share my personal insights on what it looks like to be consciously creating your life first hand as well as my best advice on how to do it yourself right along with me. :)https://cassandrabodzak.substack.com/  Grab the “Amplify your Magnetism” 40 day guided manifesting through meditation journey here:https://www.divinelydesignyourlife.com/offers/9W5F4G7C/checkout Grab your copy of “Manifesting Through Meditation” the book here: https://amzn.to/2TZkX49 Grab your copy of “The Spiritual Awakening Journal” here: https://amzn.to/3IJe8Jd Get FREE Content from Cass on the DDYL Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/divinelydesignyourlife Love audiobooks like me? Join audible: https://amzn.to/2W4RcO3 Say Hi to Cassandra on social media!http://facebook.com/cassandrabodzakhttp://twitter.com/cassandrabodzakhttp://instagram.com/cassandrabodzakhttp://youtube.com/cassandrabodzakTV

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Jeremiah 28-30; 1 John 3 Click HERE to give! Get Free App Here! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on 'The Daily Radio Bible' for a daily 20-minute spiritual journey. Engage with scripture readings, heartfelt devotionals, and collective prayers that draw you into the heart of God's love. Embark on this year-long voyage through the Bible, and let each day's passage uplift and inspire you. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible! In today's episode, we journey together through Jeremiah chapters 28 to 30 and 1 John chapter 3. Hunter, your Bible reading coach, guides us through dramatic moments in Jerusalem—false prophets, warnings, promises of restoration, and God's faithfulness spite of exile. As we hear these ancient words, we're invited to see ourselves as God's beloved children, free from shame and regret, confident in His love and purpose. Each passage points us to the living Word—Jesus—and reminds us of our true identity as those deeply loved by the Father. Join us as we let scripture reframe our vision, encourage our souls, and strengthen us for the day ahead. Let's discover hope, together. TODAY'S DEVOTION: What do you see when you look at your life? Is it your sin, your regrets, your past, or your shame? Sometimes those things can loom so large in our vision that it's hard to see anything else, and it can be difficult to imagine ever moving past them. But John urges us to look again—this time, not at ourselves, but at God's love for us. John calls us children of God. He invites us to let that identity shape the way we see, act, and live. What you behold, what you fix your eyes on, makes all the difference in who you become. When we behold God's love—love that claims us as his own, love that is not conditioned by our performance, feelings, or even confidence—we are free to live differently. God's love for you is not built on your success or your piety; it is built on his steadfast character and the finished work of Christ. You are his child—not because you've earned it, but because he has bestowed it upon you. John reminds us that seeing ourselves through the lens of God's love will transform everything. It enables us to move beyond the lies of guilt, shame, and fear, and into the truth that we are God's beloved. It gives us the freedom and confidence to love others as he has loved us, to live as people deeply and securely loved. That's the prayer for us today: that our vision would be transformed by the Word, reframed by Jesus, so we may see the truth of who we are—children of the Father, enfolded in his love. As that becomes our vision, it changes not only how we see ourselves, but how we live in this world and how we love others. That's something I pray for myself, for my family, and for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Gracious and everlasting God, you have brought us through the shadow of night into the promise of a new day. You go before us with your mercy, sustain us by your grace and keep us from wandering paths of fear or pride. Let every word we speak and every step we take be formed by the goodness of Christ. O Lord, gather your people far and near. May every tribe and tongue come to know your peace. Let justice roll like a river and healing flow where there has been division. Pour out your spirit upon all flesh and bring us closer to the day when your kingdom comes in fullness through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. And now, as our Lord has taught us, we are bold to pray: Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever and ever. Amen.   OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL