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Wendy Montgomery returns the podcast as Mike and Doug chat with her all about the Ennegram, a dynamic personality system that identifies nine unique types, each with distinct motivations and behaviors. We discuss how it can be used to:Offer deep insights into personal patterns, childhood woundings and growth opportunitiesGain self-awareness, improve relationships, and enhance emotional intelligenceFoster empathy and effective communicationAnd much more!Previous episodes featuring Wendy:#42: Your Inner Momma Dragon#43: Breaking JesusAbout Wendy:Wendy Montgomery is a Professional Certified Life Coach with the highly-esteemed Life Coach School as well as a trained & accredited iEQ9 Enneagram Educator and Coach. She has been studying the Enneagram for over a decade and is endlessly fascinated with its depth, accuracy and what it tells us about who we are and why we do what we do. It has been a game-changer for her in relationships, parenting, professional settings & self-development. Wendy can tell you just about everything there is to know about the Enneagram and how to implement it into your life for deep and lasting change. She has found no greater tool in understanding herself and others.Wendy is the mother of five children, four of which identify as LGBTQIA+. She and her husband, Tom, have been married for 29 years. She was a lifelong Mormon (LDS) with deep pioneer roots, but left the church in 2018 after a lengthy and tumultuous effort to make the LDS Church more loving and accepting for queer Saints and their families. The story of the Montgomerys and how they navigated this minefield is documented in the Family Acceptance Project's 2012 award-winning short film, "Families are Forever."Wendy has been a vocal national advocate for inclusion and equality for the LGBTQIA+ community for over ten years. Her family was the recipient of several awards for their life-saving work, including the “Voice Ally” award from the Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles, the “Let Love Define Family” award from Raise A Child, and the “Tree of Life” award from Affirmation. Interviews and news stories about Wendy, her advocacy, and their family can be found in The Associated Press, Huffington Post, NPR, The Advocate, O Magazine, NY Times, ABCnews.com, Religion Dispatches, Salt Lake Tribune, Deseret News & many more.Wendy is the co-founder of Mama Dragons and has sat on the Board of Directors for both Mama Dragons and Affirmation (the largest international Mormon LGBTQIA+ organization). She is trained and certified in suicide prevention & awareness through both QPR and the Trevor Project; she facilitates workshops on this important issue around the country. In her work as a national LGBTQIA+ activist, she has worked closely with organizations such as the Family Acceptance Project, The Trevor Project, Affirmation, Mama Dragons, HRC's Equality in Religion, ACLU Arizona, ONE Community, GMCLA, PFLAG National, LoveLoud 2017, Equality Utah, Peculiar, etc.Wendy loves to read, learn new things, practice yoga, meditation and breathwork, and spend time with family & friends. Her favorite place is Sedona, AZ and she visits as often as she can. She lives in Chandler, Arizona with her awesome husband and amazing kids. Links:www.wendymontgomery.comInstagram: WendyMontCoachFacebook: Wendy Montgomery CoachingThreads: WendyMontCoachTikTok: WendyMontCoachYouTube: WendyMontgomeryCoaching
So much of how we view life is passed on to us— in the ways we are taught, through our upbringing, thoughts and beliefs about life passed on and literally in our DNA. Tradition, culture, region, faith, creed, family, “the way it is” type of thinking all contribute to a binary way of viewing life. This is the ‘either/or, black & white, this or that, us vs. them' thinking. I see it as a 'Halloween Scary' to miss out on TODAY because you don't realize your camera lens is adjustable and you can zoom out and “see” literally and figuratively. In the next few solo episodes I'll be talking about the scary stuff of a faith journey - what comes up for you? Is it rejection, pain, trauma, fear of speaking up, afraid you won't be a part of the group, judgement from family…..send me an email and let me know. hello@meaganskidmorecoaching.com _________________________________________________ The Beyond the Shadow of Doubt™ podcast is a proud member of the Dialogue Podcast Network found at DialogueJournal.com/podcasts. Part of the Dialogue Journal, the Dialogue Podcast Network was founded by Eugene England, a Mormon writer, teacher and scholar. “My faith encourages my curiosity and awe,” Gene wrote in the very first issue of the journal. “It thrusts me out into relationship with all creation” and “encourages me to enter into dialogue.” My hope is that this podcast is an extension of his vision. Hopeful Spaces is a Dallas Hope Charities component of Hopeful Discussions, which is sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA. Hopeful Spaces is a monthly parent support group facilitated by Meagan Skidmore Coaching. To join Hopeful Spaces is free; For more information about Hopeful Spaces or about joining the November Book Club where we will be reading Coming Out to the Streets by Dr. Brandon Andrew Robinson, please send an email to chc@dallashopecharities.org. Have you heard? The LOVELOUD fest is coming the the Lone Star State! If you are interested in volunteering please go here to fill out the volunteer form. How resilient to change are you? Take my Change Resiliency Quiz and find out. If you are ready to get the care and attention you deserve through 1:1 coaching I invite you to reach out. For either go HERE: https://linktr.ee/meaganskidmorecoaching. Connect with me at meaganskidmorecoaching.com; click "Work with Me" to subscribe to get my free Pronouns 101 guide & download my free 20+ page LGBTQ+ Resource Guide for families. Please help the podcast grow by following, leaving a 5 star review on Spotify or Apple podcasts and sharing with friends.
Mark Steele is a life-long Latter-day Saint, and is a retired training manager. He and his wife Peggy have been married 50 years, and have lived several places in and out of the United States. They have an eclectic family, with two Samoan children, a transgender son, a gay son, and a number of grandchildren who are also queer. Connect with Mark through email: accelan@hotmail.com __________________________________________________ The Beyond the Shadow of Doubt™ podcast is a proud member of the Dialogue Podcast Network found at DialogueJournal.com/podcasts. Part of the Dialogue Journal, the Dialogue Podcast Network was founded by Eugene England, a Mormon writer, teacher and scholar. “My faith encourages my curiosity and awe,” Gene wrote in the very first issue of the journal. “It thrusts me out into relationship with all creation” and “encourages me to enter into dialogue.” My hope is that this podcast is an extension of his vision. Hopeful Spaces is a Dallas Hope Charities component of Hopeful Discussions, which is sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA. Hopeful Spaces is a monthly parent support group facilitated by Meagan Skidmore Coaching. To join Hopeful Spaces is free; For more information about Hopeful Spaces or about joining the November Book Club where we will be reading Coming Out to the Streets by Dr. Brandon Andrew Robinson, please send an email to chc@dallashopecharities.org. Have you heard? The LOVELOUD fest is coming the the Lone Star State! If you are interested in volunteering please send me an email hello@meaganskidmorecoaching.com and I will connect you with the volunteer coordinator. If you are ready to get the care and attention you deserve through 1:1 coaching I invite you to reach out. Send an email to hello@meaganskidmorecoaching.com. How resilient to change are you? Take my Change Resiliency Quiz and find out. Connect with me at meaganskidmorecoaching.com; click "Work with Me" to subscribe to get my free Pronouns 101 guide & download my free 20+ page LGBTQ+ Resource Guide for families. Please help the podcast grow by following, leaving a 5 star review on Spotify or Apple podcasts and sharing with friends.
Jeff is a lifelong Latter-day Saint who, after enduring a painful 'faith crisis', found a deepened and more powerful understanding of the gospel of Jesus Christ--a gospel centered on love and inclusion rather than fear and exclusion. Jeff shares thoughts on his Instagram page @latter.day.stonecatchers, where he advocates for the inclusion of all God's children (especially our LGBTQ+ siblings), shares messages of love, and asks us all to see the divinity within each of God's children. A self-described 'expansive universalist mormon', Jeff believes we all connect to God in ways that make sense to us and that we are here to learn how to listen to, learn from, and love each other in and for our differences. Jeff can usually be found in the forests or mountains running, hiking, mountain biking, or just sitting still taking it all in. Jeff has a wonderful spouse, three children, and two huskies who all fill his life with joy. Connect with Jeff on Instagram: @latter.day.stonecatchers __________________________________________________ The Beyond the Shadow of Doubt™ podcast is a proud member of the Dialogue Podcast Network found at DialogueJournal.com/podcasts. Part of the Dialogue Journal, the Dialogue Podcast Network was founded by Eugene England, a Mormon writer, teacher and scholar. “My faith encourages my curiosity and awe,” Gene wrote in the very first issue of the journal. “It thrusts me out into relationship with all creation” and “encourages me to enter into dialogue.” My hope is that this podcast is an extension of his vision. Hopeful Spaces is a Dallas Hope Charities component of Hopeful Discussions, which is sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA. Hopeful Spaces is a monthly parent support group facilitated by Meagan Skidmore Coaching. To join Hopeful Spaces is free; For more information about Hopeful Spaces or about joining the November Book Club where we will be reading Coming Out to the Streets by Dr. Brandon Andrew Robinson, please send an email to chc@dallashopecharities.org. Have you heard? The LOVELOUD fest is coming the the Lone Star State! If you are interested in volunteering please send me an email hello@meaganskidmorecoaching.com and I will connect you with the volunteer coordinator. If you are ready to get the care and attention you deserve through 1:1 coaching I invite you to reach out. Send an email to hello@meaganskidmorecoaching.com. How resilient to change are you? Take my Change Resiliency Quiz and find out. Connect with me at meaganskidmorecoaching.com; click "Work with Me" to subscribe to get my free Pronouns 101 guide & download my free 20+ page LGBTQ+ Resource Guide for families. Please help the podcast grow by following, leaving a 5 star review on Spotify or Apple podcasts and sharing with friends.
Learn why trauma informed coaching is becoming the standard among life coaches. For more information about Advance Relationship Trauma Certification please go here: https://www.lindsaypoelmancoaching.com/ _________________________________ The Beyond the Shadow of Doubt™ podcast is a proud member of the Dialogue Podcast Network found at DialogueJournal.com/podcasts. Part of the Dialogue Journal, the Dialogue Podcast Network was founded by Eugene England, a Mormon writer, teacher and scholar. “My faith encourages my curiosity and awe,” Gene wrote in the very first issue of the journal. “It thrusts me out into relationship with all creation” and “encourages me to enter into dialogue.” My hope is that this podcast is an extension of his vision. Hopeful Spaces is a Dallas Hope Charities component of Hopeful Discussions, which is sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA. Hopeful Spaces is a monthly parent support group facilitated by Meagan Skidmore Coaching. To join Hopeful Spaces is free; For more information about Hopeful Spaces or about joining the November Book Club where we will be reading Coming Out to the Streets by Dr. Brandon Andrew Robinson, please send an email to chc@dallashopecharities.org. Have you heard? The LOVELOUD fest is coming the the Lone Star State! If you are interested in volunteering please send me an email hello@meaganskidmorecoaching.com and I will connect you with the volunteer coordinator. If you are ready to get the care and attention you deserve through 1:1 coaching I invite you to reach out. Send an email to hello@meaganskidmorecoaching.com. How resilient to change are you? Take my Change Resiliency Quiz and find out. Connect with me at meaganskidmorecoaching.com; click "Work with Me" to subscribe to get my free Pronouns 101 guide & download my free 20+ page LGBTQ+ Resource Guide for families. Please help the podcast grow by following, leaving a 5 star review on Spotify or Apple podcasts and sharing with friends.
Jeff is a lifelong Latter-day Saint who, after enduring a painful 'faith crisis', found a deepened and more powerful understanding of the gospel of Jesus Christ--a gospel centered on love and inclusion rather than fear and exclusion. Jeff shares thoughts on his Instagram page @latter.day.stonecatchers, where he advocates for the inclusion of all God's children (especially our LGBTQ+ siblings), shares messages of love, and asks us all to see the divinity within each of God's children. A self-described 'expansive universalist mormon', Jeff believes we all connect to God in ways that make sense to us and that we are here to learn how to listen to, learn from, and love each other in and for our differences. Jeff can usually be found in the forests or mountains running, hiking, mountain biking, or just sitting still taking it all in. Jeff has a wonderful spouse, three children, and two huskies who all fill his life with joy. Connect with Jeff on Instagram: @latter.day.stonecatchers __________________________________________________ The Beyond the Shadow of Doubt™ podcast is a proud member of the Dialogue Podcast Network found at DialogueJournal.com/podcasts. Part of the Dialogue Journal, the Dialogue Podcast Network was founded by Eugene England, a Mormon writer, teacher and scholar. “My faith encourages my curiosity and awe,” Gene wrote in the very first issue of the journal. “It thrusts me out into relationship with all creation” and “encourages me to enter into dialogue.” My hope is that this podcast is an extension of his vision. Hopeful Spaces is a Dallas Hope Charities component of Hopeful Discussions, which is sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA. Hopeful Spaces is a monthly parent support group facilitated by Meagan Skidmore Coaching. To join Hopeful Spaces is free; For more information about Hopeful Spaces or about joining the November Book Club where we will be reading Coming Out to the Streets by Dr. Brandon Andrew Robinson, please send an email to chc@dallashopecharities.org. Have you heard? The LOVELOUD fest is coming the the Lone Star State! If you are interested in volunteering please send me an email hello@meaganskidmorecoaching.com and I will connect you with the volunteer coordinator. If you are ready to get the care and attention you deserve through 1:1 coaching I invite you to reach out. Send an email to hello@meaganskidmorecoaching.com. How resilient to change are you? Take my Change Resiliency Quiz and find out. Connect with me at meaganskidmorecoaching.com; click "Work with Me" to subscribe to get my free Pronouns 101 guide & download my free 20+ page LGBTQ+ Resource Guide for families. Please help the podcast grow by following, leaving a 5 star review on Spotify or Apple podcasts and sharing with friends.
The Supreme Court struck down affirmative action in college admissions upending decades of legal precedent. President Biden criticized the ruling, saying "this is not a normal court" while most GOP presidential candidates, including former president Donald Trump, called it a "great day for America." CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett reports from the supreme court.U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona joins CBS Mornings to talk about the impact of the Supreme Court striking down affirmative action and the next steps for colleges.Ruth Simmons was the first black president of an Ivy League university, and is now a President's Distinguished Fellow at Rice University and a Special Adviser to the President of Harvard University. She joins CBS Mornings to discuss the impact this decision will have and how schools can continue to work towards diverse student bodies without affirmative action.Loveloud is a family-friendly music festival created by Imagine Dragons frontman Dan Reynolds and his friend, Neon Trees lead singer Tyler Glenn, to celebrate LQBTQ+ youth. The concert, first launched in 2017 in Salt Lake City, is a way to spark conversation and compassion, and prevent suicides in mormon communities where the church opposes gay marriage and sexual relations.CBS Mornings lead national correspondent David Begnaud explores the importance of compassion with a visit to Davis, California. In that town is a gathering place known as the compassion bench. David Breaux often sat there and dedicated his life to studying and talking about compassion. This spring, Breaux's life ended violently — less than 50 yards from that bench. Begnaud shows how every random act of violence can change the lives not only of the victims and their loved ones, but of an entire community, and how the people of Davis are carrying on Breaux's legacy with compassion.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Kicking off Pride Month here at Sticky Jazz. Music in the name of "Good" St. Lenox is the project of Andrew Choi, who's new album "Ten Songs Of Worship And Prais For Our Tumultous Times" has made it into the stratosphere of thought, presented with music. He sounds like a rambling preacher that you just want to keep listening to, and he keeps it coming. He is a gay first generation American, who tells a story to make a point, you just might not get it first time around, even more enjoyable the next time around. You will feel uplifted, without all the religious guilt, only feeling good about being lost. #andrewchoi #stlenox #pride2021 #Loveloud Website | Facebook | Videos This Episode we give a shout out to WUNDERKEKS, a bakery that has partnered with Dan Reynolds and Loveloud, selling boxes of wonderful cookies, proceeds going to LGBTQ teen support. www.wunderkeks.com Please consider supporting us at www.patreon.com/stickyjazz
On the 24th episode of All Heart with Paul Cardall, the pianist talks with country artist Branson Stansell about his documentary Three Chords & A Lie. Country music says all you need for a good country song is three chords and the truth, well that is, unless you’re hiding the truth from your conservative religious family and friends. Brandon discusses with Paul his heartbreaking journey growing up in a small town in Tennessee and being rejected by those he trusted most because of his sexuality. His journey began as an Opryland child entertainer where he met stars like Faith Hill to growing up and having the first music video on CMT showing a homosexual relationship. Discussed is the song “Hurt People” about generational differences between us and our parents. We get therapy and most of their generation were raised not to talk about it. Brandon is breaking down walls that his mentor and friend Grammy nominated country artist Ty Herndon helped pave the way for. When CMT premiered the video for Brandon’s single HOMETOWN in November 2018, he instantly became what they called,“living history.” The premiere of this video, addressing LGBTQ themes, was a first for the home of Country Music videos. The video then went on to be named one of Rolling Stone’s Top 10 Country Music Videos of 2018.” "Country music may not be known for being inclusive to LGBTQ artists, but rising musician Brandon Stansell is redefining the genre one soulful song at a time, “ says Billboard. His is a bold new voice in the genre, as comfortable making you tap your foot as shed a tear - a singer songwriter with something to say, and a voice to remember.All Heart with Paul Cardall is proudly a part of the American Songwriter Podcast Network. For more information on Paul Cardall, please visit https://paulcardall.com/ or find him on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.Episode artwork Website - www.paulcardall.com/podcastFacebook - @paulcardallmusicIG - @paulcardallIG - @allheartwithpaulcardallTwitter - @paulcardallYoutube - @cardall
Our guest, Ron Reynolds, is the father of nine children – including Dan Reynolds, Imagine Dragons frontman and co-founder. The many hit songs from Imagine Dragons include Believer, Thunder, Whatever it Takes, RadioActive, Demons, It’s Time, On Top of the World, & Natural. Their many awards and honors include a Grammy win, several Grammy nominations, three American Music Awards, and ten Billboard Music Awards. Ron’s other children, seven other boys and a girl, are all impressively accomplished individuals in their own right – including another Grammy winner. It was truly was a pleasure talking with Ron. In this episode Ron talks about his principles, his approach to parenting a large family, the importance of service, and how he’s supported his children’s choices – even where there’s been an element of risk involved. His children are fortunate to have Ron as their father, and Ron is fortunate to have married a brilliant woman who was an incredible mother for their nine kids. Imagine Dragons website: https://www.imaginedragonsmusic.com/ LoveLoud website: https://loveloudfest.com/
Tyler Glenn, the lead singer and songwriter of Neon Trees, sits down with Paul to discuss the progression of his professional and personal life. Tyler opens up about coming out and how his faith has evolved as a former member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Together they talk about everything from Provo and Utah’s music scene, to the creation of the LOVELOUD Festival with Imagine Dragons’ lead singer Dan Reynolds, and Tyler’s time in Kinky Boots on Broadway. Paul and Tyler get to the heart of what it’s like to live an honest and faithful life in the spotlight. All Heart with Paul Cardall is proudly a part of the American Songwriter Podcast Network. For more information on Paul Cardall, please visit or find him on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. American Songwriter Podcast Network
#plugintodevin Show - Devin Thorpe for Congress Guest: Jacob Dunford CW: Suicide Issue: Suicide prevention/mental health and building safe spaces for everyone. I am personally affected by this issue by: my own coming out story as a gay man, my work in the LGBTQ+ non profit space (Encircle & LOVELOUD), and all the amazing people I have been able to learn from. I feel that if one of us hurting we are all hurting. This pride month is especially important to me. This years pride feel different. Feels less like a celebration on the dance floor & more like a call to action. This pride month we are standing arms locked with our black and brown LGBTQ+ community as we continue to demand justice against racial and gender inequalities. Some people are posting on social media. some protesting. Others donating. And some are having tough conversations with those close to me. A revolution has many lanes - be kind to yourself and to others who are traveling in the same direction. Just keep your foot on the gas! Also, More importantly - I was sitting here at my desk wondering what I could do to help educate folks on the importance of voting and being more mindful of who are elected officials. Thank you for being an exceptional leader and example in the community Devin! We need more folks like you running things. Bio: Jacob Dunford is personally interested in ensuring every LGBTQ+ individual understands their value and is able to find a sense of community. Jacob loves what he does and will work tirelessly to cultivate a more inclusive Utah for everyone. Jacob prefers the pronouns He/Him. Website: www.EncircleTogether.org Instagram: @jacobdunford #plugintodevin #UtahValues #BoldSolutions #UTpol
Interview with Imagine Dragons lead singer Dan Reynolds.
Latter-day Landscape (previously Mormonism Magnified: Top Mormon News)
This episode of Mormonism Magnified features guest scholars Melissa Inouye and Caroline Kline, discussing recent top Mormon news: The announced new book of Hymns and Children's Songbook. The LoveLoud music festival and Believer documentary from Dan Reynolds (of Imagine Dragons) raising awareness of LGBT issues. Ongoing protests against children's interviews, including Sam Young's hunger strike. Don't forget to subscribe to the show! MormonismMagnified.com MormonismMagnified@gmail.com
TransPanTastic: Transgender parenting, work, marriage, transition, and life!
When you're going to encounter a new situation, it's often a good idea to do a little research. We went to LoveLoud, a one-day music festival in Utah that benefits charities supporting LGBTQ youth. The music was great, the host was awesome, and visiting friends in Salt Lake City was wonderful. Visiting the Mormon Temple complex in trans pride clothing was interesting. George isn't stealth at work, but he's not completely out either, so he often ends up in awkward situations answering questions that people could have researched for themselves. When our Child#1 tried to go overseas, it didn't work as well as he'd hoped, but that's an unfortunate side effect of not doing his research. The links we referenced in today's episode are:- Entire livestream video link expired, but video of ID performing is at youtube.com/watch?v=2d8c8-OGSzw- The bathrooms: huffingtonpost.com/entry/loveloud-music-festival-transgender-bathrooms_us_5b60772ce4b0b15aba9d0411 We are here to share our entire intersectional experience with anyone who finds it beneficial, but we want to know what you connect with the most. You can let us know by clicking to a one-question anonymous survey at vote.pollcode.com/32371374. If you have a request/suggestion that isn't listed, comment! We can be found online at TransPanTastic.net, you can email us at TransPanTastic@gmail.com, and "TransPanTastic" is searchable on most social networks. We would love to hear from you, so let us know what you think or what you want to hear about!
Inhoud van aflevering vierentwintig van De Kast van Mormon: Borstvoeding in de kerk: kan het of niet? Gebruikte Joseph Smith een steen en een hoed om het Boek van Mormon te vertalen? LoveLoud en Believer: meer begrip voor LGBTQ met steun van de kerk Gastheren: David Geens en Kevin Verdegem Show notes: Urimm en Thummim Persbericht over LoveLoud
Inhoud van aflevering vierentwintig van De Kast van Mormon: Borstvoeding in de kerk: kan het of niet? Gebruikte Joseph Smith een steen en een hoed om het Boek van Mormon te vertalen? LoveLoud en Believer: meer begrip voor LGBTQ met steun van de kerk Gastheren: David Geens en Kevin Verdegem Show notes: Urimm en Thummim Persbericht over LoveLoud The post Aflevering 24: borstvoeding in de kerk, vertaling van het Boek van Mormon met een hoed en steen en LoveCloud van Dan Reynolds first appeared on De Kast van Mormon.
In its second year, the LoveLoud Festival saw a larger crowd packed into a larger venue for its event celebrating and supporting LGBTQ youth. But LoveLoud’s growth also came with growing pains. Some LGBTQ support organizations left the event early, or issued critical statements, over the festival’s treatment of transgender individuals. The disappointment felt by many stood in stark contrast to LoveLoud’s celebratory and inclusive theme. But will the controversy damage the reach of future LoveLoud events? On this week’s “Trib Talk” podcast, Provo Pride spokeswoman Brianna Cluck, Utah Pride Center executive director Rob Moolman, and Jordan Sgro, chief program officer of Encircle, join reporter Benjamin Wood to discuss LoveLoud’s impact, successes, missteps, and future.
This week, Cari and Kelsae have a follow-up to last week’s episode, including encouragement to leverage your privilege. Oh, and there was the time they had a phone conversation with Tyler Glenn about our opinions regarding Believer and LoveLoud. Cari and Kelsae: Now conversing with legit rock stars. CONTENT WARNING: Discussion about suicidal ideation and self harm (including some specific methods) during Good News Minute section. For full show notes and links, go to: https://www.nomanknowsmyherstory.com/episodes/41
In recent years, Mormonism has been doing much better when talking about depression and mental health struggles, helping destigmatize them and encouraging its members to seek assistance. Elder Jeffrey R. Holland's October 2013 General Conference address, "Like a Broken Vessel" spoke candidly about these topics, and the church's mental health section at LDS.org/mentalhealth is likewise open-hearted about depression and mental health illnesses, and also teaches us about ways we can compassionately interact with those in our families, wards, and circle of contacts who grapple with them. In non-official LDS circles, the LoveLoud Festival (now a month away from its second event) has raised awareness about the suicide crisis among Utah teens and young adults, especially those who identify as LGBT+. LoveLoud's founder, LDS rock star Dan Reynolds of the band Imagine Dragons, has just this past week been featured in a full-length documentary, Believer (began June 25th on HBO) about his coming to awareness about the struggles of LGBT Mormons, and his energetic work in conceiving and organizing the first festival. We are grateful for both of these great developments. Just as with every medical issue, though, it's important to explore as fully as we can the literature and scientific research surrounding it. And in the case of depression and suicide, as well as several other mental health issues, the findings don't present as clean a picture as most of us have about the efficacy and advisability of even short-time use of anti-depressants, especially among teens and young adults, as well as about long-term benefits for most everyone. The predominant treatment program for depression today is drug therapy (and LDS literature suggests it is in step with this approach), but many researchers are asking if that should be the case. This episode features two important voices who are asking questions like this: Robert Whitaker, a celebrated journalist and author who focuses on science and medicine, and Jacob Hess, Ph.D., a mental health researcher and advocate for better discussions about topics about important questions such as "Should I begin taking anti-depressants?" Neither Bob nor Jared are anti- anti-depressants so much as pro- "informed consent." In this discussion, they overview much of the literature about and offer background into the paradigm shift that took place some thirty years ago when anti-depressant use began to soar, and they compare it with actual findings about both short- and long-term outcomes. They also share information about many factors that contribute to depression, anxiety, and several other mental health challenges and what research is showing about effective therapies that help with those either in combination with medication or without it. The story they tell is fascinating, as well as difficult to hear but also hopeful. We hope you will pay close attention to this episode and share it with those you know who could benefit from hearing a wider view on today's understanding of the causes of many mental health struggles and prevailing treatment approaches.
Utahns just teeming with brilliant minds- like the two guys who just created the "Air BnB Of Storage" with their new service called "Neighbor," and they just picked up 2.5 million to get it started. Then, there's our favorite singer from Imagine Dragons, back again this year with his Loveloud concert. Imagine running a business so freaking successful that you could award every single teacher's wish list? How fiddlehead ferns kept The Todd from starving in college. Erin's shows us the only food item she can cook without setting the kitchen on fire, and a cautionary tale about the dangers of microglitter- which is the herpes of the crafting world.
Today's episode is a bonus episode recorded at the LoveLoud Fest, with special guests, Neon Trees! I sat down with the band at the LoveLoud Festival in Orem, Utah to talk about their new single "Feel Good", as well as their upcoming music, being a part of the LoveLoud Fest, and so much more. The LoveLoud Festival was created by Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons and Barb Young, wife of Hall of Fame Quarterback, Steve Young. Their goal with LoveLoud was to bring attention to the rising suicide rates of LGBTQ Youth and show them that as a community we accept them and our arms are open to show them unconditional love and acceptance. This was such a great concept and I am glad that the festival was such a success. Neon Trees new single "Feel Good" released in the week leading up to the festival and it was great to see them perform this song live! If you haven't yet, go buy it on iTunes and check out the video for it on our website! You can also watch my interview with Neon Trees on our new YouTube channel. Check them out! Thanks to Neon Trees for taking the time to join me on the episode. It's always great to catch up with them. Enjoy the episode!
Never miss another interview! Join Devin here: http://bit.ly/joindevin. Read the full Forbes article and watch the interview here: http://bit.ly/2w6qPKR. Imagine Dragons lead singer Dan Reynolds is hosting the LoveLoud music Festival in Orem, Utah on August 26 to benefit LGBTQ youth with the explicit blessing of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The singer, acknowledging that his life as a musician requires him to be an entrepreneur, says he avoids the business side as much as possible to focus on the creative side, adding that the mission of bringing people together influences his work. In a face-to-face conversation you can watch in the video player at the top of the article, Reynolds says the mission of the music festival is "to provide a platform--a place--where the community can all come together from all different political climates--religion, non-religion, whatever it is--where everyone from all different cultures come together and agree on one thing." Read the full Forbes article and watch the interview here: http://bit.ly/2w6qPKR. Need a corporate social responsibility speaker? Learn more about Devin Thorpe at http://corporatesocialresponsibilityspeaker.com.
Imagine Dragons' Dan talks about why being a huge LGBTQ ally is important to him, and why they're putting on the important Love Loud Festival
Morning Message by Dr. Keith Shorter on 03/08/15.
Pastor Daniel concludes our #LoveLoud series. Support the show (https://connectionnyc.churchcenter.com/giving)
Church Planting Resident, John Wojciechowski preaches from Acts 3 as we continue the #LoveLoud series. Support the show (https://connectionnyc.churchcenter.com/giving)
Pastor Larry brings the message from Acts 2 as we transition from seeing how Jesus loved loudly to looking at the early church.Support the show (https://connectionnyc.churchcenter.com/giving)
Pastor Daniel continues the #LoveLoud series in the book of John. Support the show (https://connectionnyc.churchcenter.com/giving)
Joey and Saddie Dodson share about God's heart for adoption and their experience adopting siblings. @jrrdodson @sadiedodson Support the show (https://connectionnyc.churchcenter.com/giving)
LoveLoud continues with this encouraging message from God's Word!Support the show (https://connectionnyc.churchcenter.com/giving)
Pastor Daniel continues our series on LoveLoudSupport the show (https://connectionnyc.churchcenter.com/giving)
Pastor Larry kicks off our new series. Support the show (https://connectionnyc.churchcenter.com/giving)
Morning Message by Dr. Keith Shorter on 05/04/14.
Guest Speaker Al Gilbert speaks at CHFBC. Al Gilbert is the Vice President for Evangelism at the North American Mission Board and the Executive Director of LoveLoud.
Al Gilbert speaks to CHFBC about Asking God. Al Gilbert is the Vice President for Evangelism at the North American Mission Board and the Executive Director of LoveLoud.