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We've reached part 3 of our Back to Basics series on unit planning! Last episode, we built the assessment plan for our sample unit that included diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments. Now it's time to choose the learning activities that will move students toward success on those assessments: the daily lesson plans. I'm putting out this series as an introduction to my new online course, Mastering the Lesson Plan. These four episodes will give you the big picture, but the course takes a much deeper dive into each step of the process and gives you practical tools you can use to plan stronger instruction. To learn more about the course, visit cultofpedagogy.com/teaching101. ___________________________ Thanks to Brilliant and Notability for sponsoring the episode. To read a written version of this podcast, visit cultofpedagogy.com/how-to-write-a-lesson-plan.

Save on your Sugarproof Tea HERE: https://looseleafteamarket.com/products/sugarproof-tea?bg_ref=DlV8B9hf7K  Your skin is aging faster than it should, and it might have nothing to do with your skincare routine. This week I'm sitting down with herbalist Kita Centella, author of Sugar Can F*ck Itself, to talk about the one thing quietly accelerating aging in midlife women that almost no one is checking for: sugar. We go deep on how sugar breaks down collagen at the cellular level, why it hits harder once estrogen starts to decline, and why your "healthy" breakfast might be doing more damage than you realize. This one might change how you look at your next glass of orange juice. We Go Deep On: How sugar breaks down collagen and accelerates visible skin aging Why estrogen decline makes the effects of sugar on skin even worse The inflammation connection between sugar and premature aging Where added sugar hides in foods marketed as "healthy" Why artificial sweeteners don't solve the problem either The herb that temporarily blocks your ability to taste sweetness Simple swaps that support aging from the inside out Why estrogen decline changes how your body processes sugar after 45 The brain science behind why sugar cravings feel impossible to control Where sugar hides in "healthy" foods like yogurt, dressings, and granola Why artificial sweeteners and even natural sugar substitutes keep cravings going Catch the full episode on YOUTUBE HERE: https://bit.ly/MidlifeConversationsYouTube  Episode Links: Sugarproof Tea https://looseleafteamarket.com/products/sugarproof-tea?bg_ref=DlV8B9hf7K    Learn More About Kita Centella Instagram ➜ https://www.instagram.com/looseleafteamarket  Website ➜ https://looseleafteamarket.com/products/sugarproof-tea?bg_ref=DlV8B9hf7K  Book ➜ https://looseleafteamarket.com/products/sugar-can-f-ck-itself-book-become-sugar-proof-for-life    Thank you to our show sponsors:  TIMELINE:Timeline is offering 20% off your order! Go to https://timeline.com/NATALIEJILL  SUNLIGHTEN: Sleep better. Recover faster. Stress less. Get Sunlighten infrared saunas HERE https://sunlighten.com  and use code NATALIEJILL to save BIG!  LEELA QUANTUM: Get 10% off your first Leela Quantum order with the code NatalieJill at checkout  at https://midlifeconversations.com/leela  Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! Mastering the Midlife Midsection Guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ Age Optimizing and Supplement Guide: https://ageoptimizer.com   Connect with me on social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit   For advertising inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Disclaimer: Information provided in the Midlife Conversations podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before making any changes to your current regimen.  Information provided in this podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast does not create a client-patient relationship between you and the host of Midlife Conversations or you and any doctor or provider interviewed and featured on this show. Information and statements may have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease. Advertising Disclosure: Some episodes of Midlife Conversations may be sponsored by products or services discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation for such advertisements or if you purchase products through affiliate links. Opinions expressed about products or services are those of the host and/or guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any sponsor. Sponsorship does not imply endorsement of any product or service by healthcare professionals featured on this podcast.  

What does it take to go from working as a candy store cashier to becoming a global CEO? In this episode, Christina Lecuyer sits down with Steve Felder, a seasoned business leader who has lived in seven countries and led organizations across 23 markets in industries including shipping, logistics, and cybersecurity. Steve shares the unexpected twists that shaped his career and the lessons he's learned about the power of relationships, staying adaptable, and remaining open to opportunities. Now redefining success through entrepreneurship, travel, and personal well-being, Steve opens up about building a life on his own terms—including his popular “One Week, One City” LinkedIn travel series. This is a conversation about taking chances, staying curious, and creating a definition of success that evolves with you. About Steve Felder Steve Felder is a global executive, board advisor, investor, and former multinational CEO with 25+ years of leadership experience across North America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Having lived and worked in seven countries and led businesses across 23 markets, Steve specializes in growth, transformation, international expansion, and building high-performing organizations. Most recently, he served as President of ZIM Canada, following 17 years with Maersk in senior leadership roles across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Today, Steve advises companies, boards, and investors across industries including cybersecurity, AI, aviation, sustainability, logistics technology, and M&A. He holds an MBA from the University of South Africa and completed executive education at INSEAD. Connect with Steve on LinkedIn If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a comment on iTunes CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA! Instagram LinkedIn Christinalecuyer.com Book a Free Clarity Call Book Christina For Your Next Workshop

For a lot of people, work feels especially chaotic right now.. Projects start and don't finish. Layoffs happen, then reorgs, then new strategies, and through all of it, managers are expected to have the answers. Caroline Webb spent 25 years coaching leaders through exactly this kind of turbulence. She's a behavioral scientist, a former economist and the author of the new book Leadership Intelligence: Science-Backed Strategies for Mastering 21 Everyday Management Challenges. This week she joins Jessi to talk about what the science of the human brain tells us about leading through uncertainty. In this episode, Jessi and Caroline discuss: Why the current moment hits a stress trifecta — demanding, uncontrollable and unpleasant — and what that does to your team's brains The "know-be-do" framework: how to lead people through uncertainty when facts are in short supply Why naming how you feel is one of the most powerful things a leader can do and what affect labeling actually does in the brain What "measured authenticity" means, and why "terrified" is not a word you want your manager to use How to be honest with your team when you know more than you can say Why letting projects die quietly is one of the most demoralizing things a manager can do, and what to do instead What Astro (Google X's moonshot factory) does when it kills a project, and why it works The "when-then" method for taking the sting out of worst-case scenarios before they happen "Compassionate clarity": what it means in practice when layoff season arrives Why walking people out of the building immediately is almost never necessary and what a seasoned CHRO said about it Follow Caroline Webb and Jessi Hempel on LinkedIn Join us for Hello Monday Office Hours, Wednesday at 3pm EST Listen to Caroline's previous Hello Monday episode on how to have a good day at a bad job

Mastering everyday communication is the key to navigating social dynamics with confidence. In this episode of the ArmaniTalks Show, we explore proven strategies to break the ice, eliminate awkward silences, and get naturally quiet people to open up in group settings. We also break down how to structure compelling speeches, inject humor naturally into casual chats, and navigate high-stakes interactions between homeowners and contractors. Whether you are dealing with blue-collar labor negotiations or trying to read the room during everyday small talk, this breakdown gives you practical tools to sharpen your social intelligence and communicate effectively in any environment. 0:00 Intro 1:12 YouTube Studio Idea 4:30 Salesman tips for Roofers 7:57 Salesman and Scripts 14:00 Different Ways to Create Speeches 18:20 How to Get Quiet People to Open Up 24:44 Chiming in During Awkward Silences 28:00 Talking to the Opposite Gender 30:20 Men Have More Social Intelligence than Women Nowadays 37:00 Breaking the Ice 39:50 Gracefully End Conversations 42:20 Power of 5 43:20 Clunkiness and Breaking the Ice 47:15 Adding Jokes in Conversations 50:00 Weighing your Options 51:30 Homeowners vs Contractors 57:18 Labor Workers 58:55 Power of Medium Sized Businesses 1:00:22 Outro CONQUER SHYNESS

When's the last time you thought about whether the way you're showing up in your business is actually attracting the people you want in your community? There's plenty of pressure to perform online. Follow the formula. Feed the algorithm. Polish your content until it looks perfect. Yet, the more polished and automated marketing becomes, the more valuable genuine human connection can feel. In this Mastering Excellence conversation, Nikki welcomes visibility mentor and Behavior Change Specialist Chardét Ryel to explore what it means to call in a community instead of constantly pushing your message out. You learn how your voice, curiosity, listening skills, and willingness to show up as yourself create trust and attract people who already feel aligned with you before a sales conversation even begins. The Transformation Before listening, you may find yourself: Feeling pressure to perform or present a polished version of yourself online. Relying on marketing formulas that don't feel natural to you. Wondering how to attract more of the right people without constantly promoting yourself. Moving too quickly into selling when you recognize someone may need what you offer. After listening, you learn how to: Use your natural voice to build authority, trust, and connection. Create marketing that allows the right people to self-select into your community. Ask better questions and listen beyond what's being said. Recognize when curiosity, pauses, and genuine connection create opportunities for deeper sales conversations. Build an evergreen ecosystem that allows people to discover you when they're ready. Key Takeaways In this episode, Nikki and Chardét discuss: Why becoming more human matters as AI makes content easier to automate and polish. The difference between push marketing and creating an environment that naturally pulls the right people toward you. Why showing up authentically doesn't mean everyone needs to become unscripted. How asking genuine questions allows you to understand someone before deciding whether there's a sales opportunity. Why being willing to pause and listen is an advanced sales skill. How creating safety and paying attention to nonverbal cues strengthens trust. Why your marketing ecosystem needs evergreen content people can discover long after you create it. Call In Instead of Constantly Pushing Out Chardét describes calling in your community through the difference between push and pull marketing. Push marketing puts your message in front of people, often without knowing whether they're the right fit. Pull marketing creates an environment where your messaging, voice, branding, and client experience attract people who recognize themselves in what you're sharing. By the time this person reaches a sales conversation or checkout page, they've already started to self-select. This doesn't mean you stop promoting your business. It means you create more opportunities for the right people to think: "You're my person." This makes the sales conversation more natural because you're not trying to convince someone to fit. You're discovering whether the alignment is already there. Show Up in a Way That Feels Like You When Nikki asks Chardét for the first thing someone needs to understand about how she calls in her community, Chardét's answer is: Be willing to go unscripted. For Chardét, this means allowing train-of-thought moments, laughter, changes of direction, and imperfection to show up in her videos, webinars, newsletters, and podcast. However, the lesson isn't that everyone needs to throw away their scripts. The deeper question is: What truly feels like you? When structure makes you feel grounded and confident, use structure. When you're at your best responding in the moment, give yourself more room to be unscripted. The goal isn't to imitate someone else's version of authenticity. It's to communicate in a way that lets people experience the real you. Curiosity Before the Sales Opportunity Chardét shares that there was a time when meeting someone with a potential need immediately triggered the thought: "I need to sell to you." Now, she approaches these conversations differently. Even when someone mentions wanting to start a podcast or YouTube channel, she doesn't immediately move into selling. She asks questions. She listens. She gets curious about what this person wants to achieve and why it matters to them. This gives her the opportunity to understand more than whether there's a match between a need and one of her offers. She can also notice whether there's alignment in values, motivation, and the way they want to work. For Nikki, this reinforces a core principle of relationship-based selling: understand the person before you move toward the sale. The Power of the Pause One of the most useful sales skills in this conversation is also one of the simplest: Be willing to pause. Chardét intentionally leaves space in conversations instead of immediately filling the silence. Why? Because people often keep talking. And what comes next can be the information you really need. Nikki describes being comfortable with silence as an advanced selling skill. When you don't rush to fill every pause, the other person may tell you how to relate to them, how to earn their trust, what matters to them, and even how to sell to them. The pause isn't empty space. It's an opportunity to listen. Nikki's Three Things That Need to Be in Place Before You Sell The conversation about listening and referrals brings forward an important Sales Maven framework. Before selling to someone, Nikki teaches that three things need to be in place: 1. They understand they have a need. When someone isn't aware of a need, earning their business becomes much more difficult. 2. You have a solution that meets this need. A need doesn't automatically mean your offer is the right solution. 3. You have permission. Before moving into selling, make sure you've earned permission to have this conversation. This is one reason referrals can feel so natural. Someone recognizes a need, knows a person who has a solution, and asks permission to make the introduction. These same three elements belong in your sales conversations. Build an Evergreen Ecosystem Calling in your community isn't only about how you show up in a one-on-one conversation. Chardét encourages business owners to create an ecosystem that gives people multiple ways to enter their world. This may include: A podcast YouTube A newsletter Webinars Other evergreen content You don't always know where a future buyer discovers you or when they're ready to engage. Creating at least one evergreen platform means the work you're doing today continues to introduce people to your voice, ideas, and business in the future. This also reduces the pressure to constantly recreate content simply to stay visible. A Quote Worth Remembering "The pause isn't empty space. It's an opportunity to listen." Try This This Week Choose one conversation this week and practice staying curious longer than you normally would. Ask one more genuine question before talking about yourself or your offer. Then, when the other person finishes answering, allow a pause. Don't rush to fill it. Pay attention to what they say next, the words they choose, their body language, and what seems important to them. Notice what you learn when your goal is understanding the person instead of getting to the sales opportunity. Who This Episode Is For This episode is especially valuable when you: Want to attract aligned clients without relying entirely on social media algorithms. Feel pressure to present a polished version of yourself online. Want your visibility strategy to feel more natural and sustainable. Are working on asking better questions and listening more deeply in sales conversations. Want to build authority and trust without constantly proving your expertise. Are creating a community around your business and want the right people to recognize that they belong there. Keep the Conversation Going Did today's conversation give you a new way to think about visibility, community, and how you show up with prospective clients? Here are a few places to continue learning: Connect with Chardét Ryel: https://www.chardetryel.com/ Listen to Chardét's private podcast, Secrets of Standing Out Online: Visit Chardét's website to access the 10-part private podcast series. Explore the Sales Maven Society: https://yoursalesmaven.com/sales-maven-society/ Discover more relationship-based selling strategies: https://yoursalesmaven.com Listen to more episodes of the Sales Maven Show: https://yoursalesmaven.com/sales-maven-podcast/ Timestamps 00:13 Welcome to the Mastering Excellence Series and meet Chardét Ryel 02:38 How Chardét supports female founders in finding and using their deeper voice 05:41 Why human connection becomes more valuable as AI grows 09:27 What it means to call in the community you want to build 10:12 The difference between push marketing and pull marketing 14:29 Why Chardét chooses to show up unscripted 15:12 Finding the right balance between structure and authenticity 18:13 Who Chardét wants to call into her community 21:24 Listening beyond the words someone says 23:38 How Chardét creates safety and trust in conversations 25:21 Why using pauses is an advanced sales skill 29:10 Curiosity before selling 33:52 Nikki's three requirements before you sell to someone 36:23 The structure behind calling in an aligned community 37:29 Why an evergreen marketing ecosystem matters 38:59 The Little Something Extra with Chardét 39:59 Where to connect with Chardét About Chardét Ryel Chardét Ryel is a Behavior Change Specialist and serial entrepreneur with over thirteen years of marketing and business development experience. She started her career pitching to Fortune 500 companies while working for a tiny four-person startup in New York before starting her first company, a wellness brand, in 2013. As a visibility mentor and Forbes-featured Top 200 podcaster, Chardét supports female founders in using their voice to build authority, trust, and demand without relying on algorithms or constantly proving themselves online. Learn more at https://www.chardetryel.com/. About Nikki Rausch Nikki Rausch guides service-based women entrepreneurs who aren't yet comfortable with selling to confidently enroll more clients through natural, relationship-based conversations. Through practical strategies and proven frameworks, you learn how to create consistent business growth while staying true to your values. Whether you're building sales confidence, improving client enrollment, or refining your sales communication, Nikki shows you how to create sales that feel natural and results that feel inevitable.

What if the voice judging you isn't the truth about who you are? In Week 8 of Mastering the Mind, Rev. Lee Wolak explores how to stop self-judgment, release shame, quiet the inner critic, and develop deeper self-acceptance. Discover practical spiritual tools for changing negative thinking, awakening self-awareness, and living from your authentic spiritual nature. Learn how mindfulness, consciousness, self-compassion, and spiritual growth can free you from the need to constantly criticize yourself and help you experience greater peace, freedom, and inner confidence. If this message spoke to you, don't let the insight end here. Subscribe for more teachings on self-realization, spiritual growth, inner transformation, universal principles, and awakening to the power within. Stay connected with Reverend Lee's Daily Thought and Agape's weekly newsletter for practical spiritual wisdom, encouragement, and inspiration delivered directly to you: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations Agape exists to share truth, healing, connection, and transformation with the world. If this community supports your spiritual journey, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue creating teachings, gatherings, and resources that awaken and empower others. Become a supporter here: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

In this episode of the Travis Makes Money Podcast, Travis Chappell and producer Eric dive into a lesson that applies to entrepreneurship, content creation, and virtually any other craft: master the fundamentals before trying to reinvent the game. Inspired by a discussion about writer David Sedaris, they explore why success often comes from consistency, learning from others, consuming great work, and staying in the game long enough for momentum to compound. They also discuss examples from podcasting and content creation, including Zach Justice and John Lee Dumas, and emphasize the importance of understanding the rules before you try to break them. On this episode we talk about: Why you should master the fundamentals of your craft before trying to do things differently How studying and consuming great work can make you better at creating your own Why you don't need to be a trailblazer to become an outlier How consistency and longevity can create the "hockey stick" effect in business and content creation Why learning the rules first gives you more freedom to eventually break them Top 3 Takeaways Master the fundamentals before trying to innovate. If you're just starting out, spend most of your time learning the language, rules, and skills of your chosen field before attempting to reinvent it. Consistency can be more powerful than novelty. Many successful people don't constantly chase the next big idea—they stay in the game, continue doing the work, and eventually benefit from years of accumulated momentum. Consume what you want to create. Reading, watching, and studying excellent work helps you understand what works and identify opportunities to create something you wish already existed. Notable Quotes "You don't know how to do it the way they do it." "You gotta learn the fundamentals and master the basics before you can start playing with it." "Once that boulder starts rolling, it's a lot harder to stop it than it is to get it going." Connect with Travis Chappell: Website: travischappell.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/travischappell A Word from Our Sponsors: - The most successful business owners don't do it all themselves — they delegate. Upwork lets you build a team of highly skilled specialists for every function your business needs, so you can focus on what you do best and let experts handle the rest. Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free! - Go to Leesa.com for 30% OFF select mattresses (through September 13, 2026) PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code TMM, exclusive for my listeners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You can't learn everything. But which skills are actually worth mastering for advancing your career? The ones worth your time are the soft skills that compound across every role instead of expiring with a single job. Mastering these skills builds the capacity, but it does not tell you which one the people deciding your next move are actually waiting to see from you. See where you stand: https://masteryinsights.com/mentorship-pc What are the four soft skills worth mastering for your career? The four soft skills worth mastering for a career are prudent communication, learning agility, self-governance, and inward to outward adaptability, chosen because they transfer across roles instead of expiring with one job. Prudent communication is matching your message to the situation, the audience, and the purpose, and pairing it with active listening. Learning agility is learning for mastery rather than recall, including outside your main domain, and organizing what you study like a tree of knowledge where principles are the trunk, useful new insight is the fruit, and distractions are the leaves. Self-governance is directing the only two things you fully control, your actions and your perspectives, through reflective self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Inward to outward adaptability is the recognition that outward flexibility with people and situations holds only once you have built inner resilience first. Key Concepts Prudent communication: Prudent communication is communication that is situationally and personally appropriate, matching your message to the audience, the situation, and the purpose, and reinforced by active listening. Learning agility: Learning agility is the flexibility to learn for mastery rather than recall, including outside your core domain, so you can extract principles that apply across disciplines. The tree of knowledge: The tree of knowledge is a model for prioritizing learning where the trunk is enduring principles, the fruit is useful new insight on old concepts, and the leaves are attractive distractions that deserve the least time. Self-governance: Self-governance is the discipline of controlling the only two things fully within your control, your actions and your perspectives, developed through reflective self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Inward to outward adaptability: Inward to outward adaptability is the principle that adaptability to people and situations on the outside is only reliable once you have built resilience on the inside. If someone on your team keeps mistaking distractions for progress, share this with them and tell them which skill you would start with.   Show notes and free resources: https://CareerRevisionist.com/episode257 Do you want to move up in executive leadership? Want to elevate your communication skills, leadership abilities and influence in the world around you? If you're ready to start leveling up in your career and you want to develop all of the skills and professional acumen that will allow you to grow into senior executive positions with confidence, apply here: https://masteryinsights.com/mentorship-pc Answer a few questions to see if you qualify for Dr. Grace's executive coaching program, then book a time to speak with a member of our team. --------- Thank You for Listening! I am truly grateful that you have chosen to tune in. Visit my Youtube channel where I release new videos weekly on executive career growth, communication, increasing income, and professional development. Please share your thoughts! Leave questions or feedback in the comments below. Leave me a review on iTunes and share my podcast with your colleagues. With Love & Wisdom, Grace

Howie Chan is an influence strategist, branding expert, and marketing consultant who specializes in the psychology behind human decision-making. After losing a $10 million pitch early in his career, Howie became obsessed with understanding the invisible forces that shape behavior, communication, leadership, storytelling, and negotiation. Today, he helps MedTech companies and professionals build stronger brands and attract better opportunities by applying behavioral science and influence psychology. On this episode we talk about: The $10 million pitch Howie lost and how it sparked his obsession with influence psychology How getting laid off after 20 years in the corporate world pushed Howie into entrepreneurship Why experts should use LinkedIn to build a professional brand and attract opportunities The difference between a personal brand and a professional brand—and why solving problems matters more than follower counts How podcasts, strategic associations, and social proof can build trust and accelerate your influence Top 3 Takeaways Turn failure into a learning opportunity. Instead of dwelling on a loss, ask, “What do I not know?” and figure out what you can learn to prevent the same mistake from happening again. Make your professional brand clear, not clever. Your LinkedIn profile should immediately communicate who you help and what problems you solve. Focus on the quality of opportunities you attract rather than vanity metrics like follower counts. Build influence through a flywheel of visibility, trust, and association. People first need to notice you, then remember you, trust you, and ultimately choose or recommend you. Podcasting can accelerate that process by allowing you to consistently demonstrate expertise and associate your brand with respected experts. Notable Quotes “There are a lot of hidden things that we don't know about. We think we know, but we don't, that's influencing decision making every single day.” “Make it clear. Not clever.” “Every transaction moves at the speed of trust.” Connect with Howie Chan: LinkedIn: Howie Chan Website: https://www.howiechan.com/ Other: Expert Influence Quiz — Take Howie's free quiz to identify gaps in your influence flywheel. Podcast: Influence Anyone A Word from Our Sponsors: - The most successful business owners don't do it all themselves — they delegate. Upwork lets you build a team of highly skilled specialists for every function your business needs, so you can focus on what you do best and let experts handle the rest. Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free! - Go to Leesa.com for 30% OFF select mattresses (through September 13, 2026) PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code TMM, exclusive for my listeners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode I go over the new ancestries, communities, and transformations for Daggerheart in the Hope & Fear expansion. There are some really fun character options here and some cool game design in the new features.Play Daggerheart with Me on Start Playing Games.Subscribe via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify.Check out my sci-fi novel, Critical Balance.Have you read Critical Balance? Please leave a review on Amazon.Join my Discord server.Email me.Check out my YouTube channel.Join my Book Club, now on Discord.Check Out my OTHER PODCAST - Lex Out LoudCall the Game Master's Journey voice mail: 951-GMJ-LEX1 (951-465-5391).The Next Three Years of DaggerheartUpcoming Official Foundry Modules for DaggerheartOfficial Daggerheart Card Creator & Adversary CreatorMost Played RPGs on Start Playing GamesFree PDF on How to Build Custom AdversariesGet The Wish Thief adventure for free: US, CA, UK, EU, AUGet The Marauders of Windfall adventure for free.

American record holder in the mile and Hoka professional athlete Sinclaire Johnson joins the show to discuss navigating the intense highs, setbacks, and transitions of elite middle-distance running. Sinclaire gets real about rebounding from a misdiagnosed sacral stress reaction, the emotional aftermath of placing fourth at the 2024 Olympic Trials with a personal best, and taking a leap of faith to sign with HOKA. She also breaks down how working with a sports psychologist redefined her inner dialogue from chasing perfection to pursuing excellence, her lap-by-lap tactical mindset during the mile, and her life away from competition—including first-dance choreography and wedding planning with her fiancé and coach, Craig. IN THIS EPISODE Navigating Injury & Recovery: Managing the frustration of a misdiagnosed sacral stress reaction and rebuilding base fitness during an off-year. The 2024 Trials Perspective: Processing the heartbreak of missing the team by one spot while still celebrating a two-second PR. Coaching & Life Dynamics: What it looks like to be coached by her fiancé, Craig, and how their partnership reignited her joy for training. The Move to Hoka: Stepping into a major sponsorship shift, collaborating directly on shoe prototypes in Portland, and feeling valued as an athlete. Excellence Over Perfection: Shifting self-talk, overcoming imposter syndrome on global start lines, and leaning into unfiltered vulnerability on YouTube. The Anatomy of a Fast Mile: A detailed look inside her race strategy, from staying relaxed through 800m to the physical blur of the final 200m. Life Off the Oval: Wedding preparations, practicing dance lifts, and staying true to her everyday self. QUOTABLE MOMENTS "We’re not striving for perfection, because no one’s perfect. Instead, we’re striving for excellence. How can I be excellent today? How can I be excellent tomorrow?" "There’s nothing that makes you feel more alive than feeling like you’re going to die on the track." "Your gut, your intuition, will never lead you astray. If you trust yourself and listen to that inner voice, you’re on the right path." "I am an ultracompetitive person on the line, but at the end of the day, we put the guard down and celebrate each other. That camaraderie is what makes middle-distance running so special." SOCIAL@sinclairejohnson@hurdlepodcast@emilyabbate@iheartwomenssports JOIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Daily Hurdle IG Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SIGN UP: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Weekly Hurdle Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us to with your questions! Emily answers them every Friday on the show. Listen to Hurdle with Emily Abbate on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon interviews Panos Kakoullis, a long-time Purple Patch athlete, at the Hawaii IRONMAN training camp. From Boardroom to Finish Line Panos Kakoullis on Balancing High-Stakes Leadership with Elite-Level Endurance Performance. Panos shares his Greek Cypriot background, growing up above a fish and chip shop, and his journey from becoming an accountant, later Senior Partner at Deloitte to CFO at Rolls Royce. He discusses his transition from powerlifting to endurance sports, influenced by his wife, and his 16 IRONMAN completions. Panos emphasizes the importance of consistency, recovery, and integrating sport into life. He highlights the role of curiosity, growth mindset, and releasing mental weight in his success. Looking ahead, he plans more marathons and a cycling trip across Italy. Panos reflects on the challenges and successes in his professional life, including the importance of integrating sport into his busy schedule. Panos recounts how he and his wife decided to do a marathon and then a triathlon, despite initially swearing never to do an IRONMAN. He emphasizes the importance of consistency over heroism and the need to prioritize recovery and nutrition. Matt and Panos wrap up the conversation, with Matt expressing his admiration for Panos' journey and achievements

Do you crave chocolate almost every single day? There's a real reason for that, and it might be the same reason your magnesium isn't actually working. If we are in midlife and we have ever been told to 'just add magnesium,' this episode is for us. Because here is what almost nobody explains. There is not just one magnesium. There are seven different forms. And every form does a completely different job in our body. Most of us are taking one form. Usually the cheapest one. Usually the one that does almost nothing for the symptoms we are actually trying to fix. Then we wonder why magnesium 'is not working.' Wade Lightheart is back on the show. He is the co-founder of BiOptimizers (the company behind Masszymes), a three-time Canadian national natural bodybuilding champion, and one of the world's leading authorities on natural nutrition and supplementation. Today we walk through every single form of magnesium, what each one does in a midlife woman's body, and why one capsule with all seven became the missing piece in my own routine. This is the foundation underneath every other midlife thing we are already doing. The HRT. The protein. The lifting. The sleep work. None of it lands the way it should without this mineral in place. WE GO DEEP ON: •  Why 'just add magnesium' is incomplete advice •  Why midlife women are running on a magnesium deficit and do not know it •  The 7 forms of magnesium and what each one actually does •  Sleep, cramps, anxiety, mood, bones, energy, recovery: which form does what •  Why magnesium taurate is one of the most under-discussed forms for women's hearts •  How estrogen, cortisol, and stomach acid affect our magnesium in midlife •  Why one capsule with all 7 forms (Magnesium Breakthrough) became my switch •  What women feel in the first night, the first week, the first three months TIMESTAMPS •  00:00 | Why everyone is saying just add magnesium (and what nobody is explaining) •  08:00 | The 7 forms one by one (sleep, heart, muscle, energy, absorption) •  28:00 | Why one form is not enough. The Magnesium Breakthrough reveal. •  38:00 | Who this is for and how to take it •  48:00 | One thing to do this week. Close. Catch the full episode on YOUTUBE HERE: https://bit.ly/MidlifeConversationsYouTube   Episode Links: https://bioptimizers.com/nataliejill  http://bioptimizers.com/nataliejill?product=masszymes  http://bioptimizers.com/nataliejill?product=mag-caps  http://bioptimizers.com/nataliejill?product=mag-drink  http://bioptimizers.com/nataliejill?product=sleep    Learn More About Wade Lightheart  Instagram ➜  http://instagram.com/bioptimizers  Website ➜ http://bioptimizers.com/nataliejill?product=mag-drink  Thank you to our show sponsors:  TIMELINE:Timeline is offering 20% off your order! Go to https://timeline.com/NATALIEJILL  QUANTUM UPGRADE: Try Quantum Upgrade completely free for 15 days—no credit card required. Use code NATALIEJILL at checkout on https://quantumupgrade.io/start  Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! Mastering the Midlife Midsection Guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ Age Optimizing and Supplement Guide: https://ageoptimizer.com   Connect with me on social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit   For advertising inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Disclaimer: Information provided in the Midlife Conversations podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before making any changes to your current regimen.  Information provided in this podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast does not create a client-patient relationship between you and the host of Midlife Conversations or you and any doctor or provider interviewed and featured on this show. Information and statements may have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease. Advertising Disclosure: Some episodes of Midlife Conversations may be sponsored by products or services discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation for such advertisements or if you purchase products through affiliate links. Opinions expressed about products or services are those of the host and/or guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any sponsor. Sponsorship does not imply endorsement of any product or service by healthcare professionals featured on this podcast.

Discipline, AI, and humanity.Chapters00:00 Wes Schaeffer's return to podcasting and reflections on his journey02:21 The importance of fundamentals in sports and business04:31 Wes's deep dive into AI and the need for governance09:43 Understanding the power and risks of AI11:28 The operating system analogy for AI governance13:02 Personal challenges and resilience during tough times14:12 Shifting focus to AI and practical applications15:29 Using AI to serve humanity and improve service16:18 Offering help and resources for AI implementationWhat should you be doing right now? If you're like Wes Schaeffer, you might be reflecting on your journey and the fundamentals that drive success. In his latest podcast episode, Wes dives deep into the lessons he's learned over the years, particularly in the intersection of jiu-jitsu, sales, and the burgeoning world of AI.The Power of FundamentalsWes emphasizes that regardless of how long you've been in your field, mastering the fundamentals is crucial. He reflects on his experience in jiu-jitsu, stating that the key to advancing lies in the discipline sics"The reality is, whoever masters the fundamentals and has the discipline to continue practicing is the one that usually wins." This principle applies not just in martial arts but across all disciplines, including sales and marketing.Navigating the Noise of AIIn an age where AI is overwhelming many, Wes shares his frustrations and breakthroughs. He spent countless hours exploring various AI tools, only to realize that many are merely flashy tricks lacking real substance. The lesson? Governance and understanding your tools are essential.He advises:"If you get it wrong... it's going to be way worse."Wes highlights the importance of having a solid governance layer when utilizing AI to avoid common pitfalls.A New Dawn for the Sales PodcastAfter a hiatus, Wes is revamping his podcast, bringing back interviews focused on actionable insights in AI. He stresses that humanity remains the next killer app, and technology should enhance our ability to connect with others, not replace it. "Use technology for good. Use it to serve more people better."This shift in focus not only revitalizes his content but also aligns with his mission to help others navigate the complexities of modern sales.ReflectionAs Wes gears up for this new chapter, he encourages listeners to take action. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, remember that the basics matter. Embrace the tools available to you, but always return to the fundamentals that truly drive success. To hear more about Wes's insights and the exciting changes coming to his podcast, tune in to the full episode.

What if the difference between success and failure isn't simply talent, knowledge, or opportunity—but the emotions driving our decisions? Bob Raybould, creator of Success By Emotions (SBE) and author of Success by Emotions, has spent more than five decades studying how our emotional state influences performance, leadership, decision-making, relationships, and long-term success. His work centers on a powerful idea: emotions such as certainty, confidence, gratitude, and excitement can shape our actions long before the results of those actions become visible. In this episode of Let's Have This Conversation, Bob joins Kevin McShan for an exploration of emotional intelligence, peak performance, mindset, leadership, resilience, and performing under pressure. Bob explains how SBE is designed to help people reduce doubt, develop emotional consistency, and move toward their goals with greater confidence and purpose. Bob's remarkable career provides decades of real-world examples of these principles in action. In 1961, when the Berlin Wall went up, he served in Germany as the Report of Survey officer for the entire Seventh Army, later receiving the Seventh Army Certificate of Achievement. He went on to build an extensive career spanning financial planning, mortgage banking, investing, entrepreneurship, performance coaching, and healthcare innovation. His influence has also extended into elite athletics. In the mid-1980s, Bob introduced the University of Utah football program to Success By Emotions. Years later, coach Urban Meyer asked him to work with six players during an offseason, four of whom would eventually play in the NFL. Bob also worked with basketball player Johnnie Bryant, now an NBA coach, helping him improve his free-throw percentage by 10 points. Bob's business career has been equally expansive. He co-founded TRI Financial in 1987 during a turbulent period for the financial industry, eventually helping build a loan portfolio approaching $2 billion. In 2000, he helped his son and a partner launch Arlington Value Management, and since 2010 he has invested in startups, particularly companies pursuing healthcare innovation in diagnostics and therapeutics. Throughout these experiences, Bob continued studying a fundamental question: Why do people with similar knowledge, talent, and opportunities often achieve dramatically different results? His answer increasingly came back to emotions. During our conversation, we examine how emotional consistency can influence the way we respond to pressure, overcome self-doubt, make difficult decisions, lead other people, pursue ambitious goals, and navigate uncertainty. We also explore whether success begins internally before it becomes visible externally—and how greater awareness of our emotional patterns can potentially help us perform more consistently in business, sports, leadership, and everyday life. At a time when people are navigating constant change, uncertainty, information overload, and increasing performance expectations, Bob's work invites us to reconsider the role emotions play in determining our outcomes. Can learning to manage our emotions ultimately change the trajectory of our success? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Bob Raybould about Success By Emotions, emotional consistency, confidence, performance psychology, leadership, decision-making, and what more than five decades of business and life experience have taught him about achieving meaningful and sustainable success.     For more information: https://bobraybould.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever walked out of a meeting thinking "that did not go well"?Maybe you talked in circles. Maybe you didn't sound confident. Maybe a tough question caught you off guard and you froze.If this sounds familiar - you are not alone, and most importantly, you can 100% overcome thi.  In this episode, I teach the one skill you need to thrive during those high pressure moments.  Most professional development advice ignores what I'm covering in today's episode - and yet, it's the most important thing you need.  .In this episode, you'll learn:Why working on your speaking skills alone won't fix your confidence at workThe two-skill framework behind confident communication (and the one skill they forget to teach you)The real reason you feel like you're "back at square one" after every hard meetingHow to speak confidently and feel unshakable even during the tough meetingsIf you're ready to unleash your biggest possible voice as a leader - this one's for you.Grab the free training - Speak Like a Leader: 3 Steps to Communicating With Confidence, Clarity & Influencehttps://jessguzikcoaching.com/ft-2026/  

Not every co-parenting relationship can be fixed through better communication. What do you do when the other parent refuses to cooperate, no matter what you try? There's a name for the path forward: parallel parenting. Susan Guthrie welcomes divorce and recovery coach Dr. Courtney Evans, who has lived through high-conflict co-parenting herself and now helps others build the boundaries that get them out of it. This episode continues Divorce & Beyond's summer series, picking up where last week's conversation on uncooperative co-parents left off. Dr. Evans explains what parallel parenting is, when to use it, and how to create real peace for you and your children even when the conflict doesn't stop.  Episode 6 of 8 in the Divorce & Beyond Summer Essentials Series. This summer, Divorce & Beyond brings back 8 the episodes listeners reach for most, the conversations with the clearest, most practical guidance for anyone thinking about, going through, or rebuilding after divorce. New Essentials air every other Monday all summer. Follow the show so you never miss one.   What You'll Learn  Parallel Parenting: a transformative approach that can help you manage high-conflict situations with greater ease and clarity “There is no one solution for how to divorce, co-parent or parallel parent or how to recover after. Every situation is unique.” The difference between counter-parent, co-parent, and parallel parent Why Courtney likes to refer to parallel parenting as peaceful parenting How and when to get started with parallel parenting or make the transition Episode 6 of 8 in the Divorce & Beyond Summer Essentials Series. This summer, Divorce & Beyond brings back 8 the episodes listeners reach for most, the conversations with the clearest, most practical guidance for anyone thinking about, going through, or rebuilding after divorce. New Essentials air every other Monday all summer. Follow the show so you never miss one.  About this week's special guest: Dr. Courtney Evans Dr. Courtney is an experienced divorce and co-parenting coach who also holds a DNP. Her two-decade career in the healthcare field has lent to her deep understanding of mental health and the importance of self-care during challenging life transitions. In 2021, after a traumatic family court journey, she switched gears in her career, determined to turn her experience into a source of healing. She began coursework in Alternate Dispute Resolution strategies. In 2022, Courtney received her Divorce Coach and Recovery Coach certifications from the CDC® International Divorce Coach Certification Program and a specialization in Divorce Conflict from the Divorce Coach Academy®. Courtney is currently in school working on her MBA as well as continued work in co-parenting and high conflict dispute resolution specializations. She is also currently writing her first book, Uncaged: Redefining Forgiveness out January 13, 2025. Find More Information on Dr. Evans: Contact Dr. Courtney: TheDivorceCo@gmail.com Dr. Courtney's website: www.thedivorceco.org Dr. Courtney on Instagram: http://instagram.com/thedivorceco Dr. Courtney on Facebook: http://facebook.com/thedivorceco Resources mentioned in this episode: The Parallel Parenting Solution (book)  If This Episode Helped You Follow Divorce & Beyond so you never miss an episode. Share it with someone who needs clear, reliable guidance right now. And if you have a moment, a five-star review makes a real difference in helping the show reach the people who need it most. Follow Divorce & Beyond Website: divorceandbeyondpod.com Instagram: instagram.com/divorceandbeyondpod About the Host: Susan Guthrie, Esq. Susan Guthrie is one of the nation's leading family law and mediation attorneys, with more than 35 years of experience helping people navigate divorce with clarity and strategy. She is the Immediate Past Chair of the American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution, a best-selling author, and a sought-after speaker and trainer. Susan recently appeared as the featured expert on The Oprah Podcast and has been cited in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Town & Country, The Washington Post, NewsNation, and NBC Chicago Today, among others. As the creator and host of Divorce & Beyond, ranked in the top 1% of all podcasts worldwide with more than 1.3 million downloads and an Apple Top 100 Self-Help designation, Susan brings together leading legal and mental health experts to help listeners move through divorce and into what comes next. Learn more at divorceandbeyondpod.com/about.   Disclaimer: The commentary and opinions shared on this podcast are for informational and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state regarding your specific situation.  

Julie Bates explains situational awareness for handlers at the line — how the walk from the holding blind, calm body language, timing, and clear connection with your dog influence performance in field trials and hunt tests. She offers practical tips on letting dogs settle, avoiding overdriving or excessive talking, practicing fundamentals, and maintaining teamwork so dogs perform reliably on game day.

Discover The Power of Letting Go in Week 7 of the Mastering the Mind Talk Series. Learn how releasing control, attachment, resistance, fear, and old emotional patterns can create greater peace, freedom, spiritual growth, and inner strength. Letting go is not giving up—it is releasing the mental grip that keeps suffering alive. Explore mindfulness, spiritual awakening, conscious living, self-awareness, inner peace, personal transformation, and how to trust life without needing to control every outcome. If this message spoke to you, don't let the insight end here. Subscribe for more teachings on self-realization, spiritual growth, inner transformation, universal principles, and awakening to the power within. Stay connected with Reverend Lee's Daily Thought and Agape's weekly newsletter for practical spiritual wisdom, encouragement, and inspiration delivered directly to you: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations Agape exists to share truth, healing, connection, and transformation with the world. If this community supports your spiritual journey, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue creating teachings, gatherings, and resources that awaken and empower others. Become a supporter here: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

If you’ve made it here, you’ve probably tried about 14 planners before this, and you’re wondering if this is the year one will actually stick. Funnily enough, as the owner of a planner brand, I can relate. I spent a lifetime failing at planning. And that’s why I finally designed to create one that worked with my brain, not against it. This is for you if: You've got a beautiful planner in a drawer with eleven months of blank pages behind a very good January You keep waiting for a Monday, or a first-of-the-month, or a new year to start You've decided you're just not a planner person, and you'd quite like to be wrong about that In this episode I break down: Why you actually stopped using your planner: it isn't forgetting, it's avoidance, and where the shame comes from Be messy in it: why being scared to write in your planner defeats the entire point Don't wait until Monday: starting mid-week, using blank days as brain dumps, and using motivation the moment it shows up Habit stacking for planning: attaching your planner to breakfast, the school run, or anything you already do daily Two daily check-ins: two minutes morning and night, and why a closed planner is an invisible planner Top three and quick three: how to halve your to-do list, plus the time log that stops you underestimating tasks A type A brain in a type B body: the mismatch that made twenty years of planners fail … The Steph Pase 2027 Planner Collection goes live this week! Presale orders open at 7pm AEST, Friday 28 August. Join the waitlist now for a 30 min head start on launch night: https://www.stephpaseplanners.com.au/collections/planners … Follow Stephing Up I’m Steph Pase, your (somewhat) organised bestie in your ears. This podcast is about growth that’s messy, building a life that actually fits you, and what happens when life doesn’t go to plan. We’ll talk mental health, motherhood, business, ADHD and how to stop being such an asshole to yourself. New episodes drop every Monday morning.So set your reminder. Pop in your headphones. Because we’re Stephing Up together. If today's episode helped, leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify is honestly the best thing you can do to help us reach more women. … Let’s Hang: Stephing Up on Instagram: @stephing.up Steph Pase on Instagram: @stephpase_ Steph Pase on Youtube: @stephpase. Shop Planners + Organisation: Steph Pase Planners Shop Steph’s book “Mastering my Messy Life”: Penguin Books Australia Steph’s Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com.au/shop/justanothermummyblog/list/17TTU785IMM53 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Bet the Process, Andrew Courtney shares his approach to trading in prediction markets by focusing on fundamental principles rather than sports knowledge, which was the topic of his recent talk at BetBash.

In this solo episode, Travis Chappell breaks down why most people aren't actually lost — they're just distracted. Drawing from over 1,500 podcast episodes, hundreds of guest appearances, and years of studying high performers, Travis shares hard-earned lessons on focus, responsibility, and building momentum in a noisy world. This episode is a straight-talk deep dive into why focus is the new superpower — and how simplifying your path can radically change your results. On this episode we talk about: Why distraction — not lack of opportunity — is holding most people back Taking responsibility for your life instead of blaming circumstances The “rider, elephant, and path” framework for building better habits How shiny object syndrome sabotages entrepreneurs Why doing less (but better) creates bigger results Top 3 Takeaways Focus is the ultimate competitive advantage. In a world full of noise, the ability to concentrate on one thing until it succeeds is a superpower. You can't control everything — but you can control your environment. Design your “path” to remove distractions so better decisions become automatic. Progress comes from commitment, not novelty. Whether in business or life, jumping paths feels exciting — but staying the course is what actually produces results. Notable Quotes “Most people aren't lost — they're just distracted.” “Distraction is the enemy of progress, and focus is the competitive advantage.” “Don't do more. Do less — but do it better.” Connect with Travis Chappell: LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell⁠ Twitter/X: ⁠https://twitter.com/TravisChappell⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/travischappell⁠ Other: ⁠https://travischappell.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey CX Nation,In this week's episode of The CXChronicles Podcast #283, we welcomed Joseph Lepordo, CEO at In2ition AI based in North Andover, MA. In2ition AI is the always-on intelligence platform built for frontline revenue operations.The In2ition AI team handles inbound and outbound calling, candidate screening, training, coaching, and employee engagement — 24/7, at scale, without adding headcount.In this episode, Joe and Adrian chat through the Four CX Pillars: Team, Tools, Process & Feedback. Plus share some of the ideas that his team think through on a daily basis to build world class customer experiences.**Episode #283 Highlight Reel:**1.  Leveraging AI for its pattern recognition power2. Mastering communication is paramount for tomorrow's leaders3. Why customer feedback & requests need to become your company's realityClick here to learn more about JosephClick here to learn more about In2itionAIHuge thanks to Joe for coming on The CXChronicles Podcast and featuring his work and efforts in pushing the customer experience & contact center space into the future. For all of our Apple & Spotify podcast listener friends, make sure you are following CXC & please leave a 5 star review so we can find new members of the "CX Nation". You know what would be even better?Go tell your friends or teammates about CXC's custom content, strategic partner solutions (Hubspot, Intercom, & Freshworks) & On-Demand services & invite them to join the CX Nation, a community of 15K+ customer focused business leaders!Want to see how your customer experience compares to the world's top-performing customer focused companies? Thanks to all of you for being apart of the "CX Nation" and helping customer focused business leaders across the world make happiness a habit!Reach Out To CXC Today!Support the showContact CXChronicles TodayTweet us @cxchroniclesCheck out our Instagram @cxchroniclesClick here to checkout the CXC websiteEmail us at info@cxchronicles.com Remember To Make Happiness A Habit!!

In 1981, 11-year-old Matt DeMeritt got a call that would change his life. He wasn’t a child actor, or a performer of any kind. He was just a suburban kid enjoying his summer break. But Matt had something no other kid had. Something Steven Spielberg needed to make his most ambitious movie yet. * Note: This episode contains discussions of suicide. Please take care while listening. Hosted by Dana Schwartz, Zaron Burnett, and Jason EnglishWritten by Jake RossenProduced by Josh FisherStory Editor is Marisa BrownEditing and Sound Design by Mary Dooe, Jonathan Washington and Josh FisherMixing and Mastering by Baheed FrazierVoice Actors are Jess Krainchich and Juliet EnglishOriginal Music by Elise McCoyResearch and Fact Checking by Jake Rossen and Austin ThompsonShow Logo by Lucy QuintanillaExecutive Producer is Jason English Special thanks to Simon Brew. Check out the Film Stories podcast! Thanks for listening! If you're enjoying Very Special Episodes, please leave us a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode OverviewHow much gear does it actually take to fish effectively for trout in the Southern Appalachians? On this Casting Angles episode of The Articulate Fly fly fishing podcast, host Marvin Cash and Master Casting Instructor Mac Brown of Mac Brown Fly Fish make the case for stripping gear down to the essentials rather than chasing every new product on the market. The conversation was sparked by both hosts equipping their youngest sons with fly fishing gear, which got them talking about how little an angler really needs to catch fish consistently in the region's freestone trout streams.Mac and Marvin walk through a minimalist lanyard setup built around a single small fly box, forceps, nippers, split shot, floatant and a tippet spool, paired with a short list of proven trout patterns rather than an overstuffed vest. They cover footwear strategy for backcountry approaches into Great Smoky Mountains National Park, weighing lightweight hiking shoes and packable wading shoes against the weight and bulk of traditional wading boots. The pair also break down how to assemble a budget-conscious rod, reel and line setup without sacrificing performance, and make the case for redirecting money saved on gear toward casting or guided instruction instead. Mac closes with a preview of his fall school schedule and the early October start of the Delayed Harvest season around Bryson City, North Carolina.Key TakeawaysHow a single lanyard with a small fly box, forceps, nippers, split shot, floatant and a tippet spool covers nearly everything needed for a day on Southern Appalachian trout water.Why a short list of proven patterns like elk hair caddis, parachute Adams, greenie weenies, San Juan worms and soft hackle pheasant tails outperforms an overstuffed fly selection.When wet wading in lightweight shoes like Keens, Chacos or old sneakers makes more sense than hiking in with traditional wading boots on long backcountry approaches.How to build a budget-conscious rod, reel and line setup using workhorse reels and affordable entry-level fly lines without sacrificing performance on the water.Why redirecting money saved on gear toward casting or guided instruction accelerates an angler's progress faster than buying more equipment.Techniques & Gear CoveredThe core technique here is minimalist trout fishing logistics rather than any single on-water tactic, built around carrying a lanyard with a small fly box, forceps, nippers, split shot, gel and powder floatant and a tippet spool instead of a heavily loaded vest or pack. Fly selection stays deliberately narrow, with elk hair caddis, parachute Adams, greenie weenies, San Juan worms, beetles, ants, hare's ear nymphs and soft hackle pheasant tails covering the bulk of Southern Appalachian trout water. Footwear gets specific attention, with Mac and Marvin comparing lightweight hiking shoes like Hokas paired with packable river shoes against traditional wading boots, plus a budget DIY option from Mac's childhood of gluing felt soles onto old Converse sneakers to build a lightweight homemade wading shoe for backcountry hikes. On the rod, reel and line side, Mac and Marvin point to workhorse reels from manufacturers like Lamson and affordable entry-level fly lines in the $70 range as ways to get a capable trout setup without overspending on premium gear.Locations & SpeciesThe episode centers on wild and stocked trout fishing in western North Carolina, with backcountry streams inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park serving as the primary destination discussed for the minimalist, hike-in approach to gear. Mac and Marvin note that the Park's water calls for small dries, wets and nymphs rather than streamers, with streamer fishing only becoming viable after a thunderstorm pushes water levels up. The conversation also touches on current warm weather wet-wade conditions giving way to fall, with the region's Delayed Harvest season expected to resume the first Saturday in October around Bryson City.FAQ / Key Questions AnsweredWhat gear do I actually need to fish effectively for trout in the Southern Appalachians?A single lanyard carrying a small fly box, forceps, nippers, split shot, gel and powder floatant and a tippet spool covers nearly everything needed for a productive day on the water. Pair that with a short list of proven patterns like elk hair caddis, parachute Adams and soft hackle pheasant tails rather than an overloaded fly selection.How should I choose footwear for hiking into backcountry trout streams?Lightweight hiking shoes like Hokas paired with packable river shoes that fold up small are a lighter alternative to traditional wading boots, which take up significant pack space and add several pounds of weight. Budget wet-wade options like Keens, Chacos or even old sneakers also work well.What's a budget-friendly way to build a trout rod, reel and line setup?Most major rod manufacturers make a solid, entry level four- or five-weight rod, and companies like Lamson produce affordable, workhorse reels that hold up for years of trout fishing. Entry-level fly lines from brands like Scientific Anglers run around $70 and are a reasonable way to get out the door without overspending on premium gear.Why should anglers prioritize instruction over buying more gear?Gear alone is unlikely to be the deciding factor in becoming a better angler, while casting or guided instruction directly improves the skills that produce more fish on the water. Redirecting money that would otherwise go toward another piece of gear into a lesson or class tends to pay off faster than expanding an already adequate kit.Related ContentS8, Ep 57 - The Power of Habit: Mac Brown's Strategies for Fishing SuccessS8, Ep 21 - Casting into Spring: Mac Brown Discusses Wild Trout Fishing and Upcoming ClassesS8, Ep 49 - Mastering the Cast: Mac Brown's Insights on Shooting LineView All Casting Angles Episodes with Mac BrownConnect with Our GuestFollow Mac on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.Follow the ShowFollow The Articulate Fly on Facebook, Instagram, Threads and YouTube.Follow our Substack newsletter for episode updates, tips and resources.Support the ShowShop through our Amazon link to support the podcast.Join our Patreon community to support the show.If you are in the industry and need help getting unstuck, learn more about our consulting options.Subscribe & AdvertiseSubscribe to the podcast in your favorite podcast app.Think our community is a good fit for your brand? 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In 1981, 11-year-old Matt DeMeritt got a call that would change his life. He wasn’t a child actor, or a performer of any kind. He was just a suburban kid enjoying his summer break. But Matt had something no other kid had. Something Steven Spielberg needed to make his most ambitious movie yet. * Note: This episode contains discussions of suicide. Please take care while listening. Hosted by Dana Schwartz, Zaron Burnett, and Jason EnglishWritten by Jake RossenProduced by Josh FisherStory Editor is Marisa BrownEditing and Sound Design by Mary Dooe, Jonathan Washington and Josh FisherMixing and Mastering by Baheed FrazierVoice Actors are Jess Krainchich and Juliet EnglishOriginal Music by Elise McCoyResearch and Fact Checking by Jake Rossen and Austin ThompsonShow Logo by Lucy QuintanillaExecutive Producer is Jason English Special thanks to Simon Brew. Check out the Film Stories podcast! Thanks for listening! If you're enjoying Very Special Episodes, please leave us a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've got a full squad back once again and this time we kick it off with MLF BPT Pro Justin Lucas to talk about his recent win on Lake Erie. He's a master with a Drop Shot and a Flat Worm and once again brought home a mega check because of it.Then we do some PTB Fan Questions and a Weigh In of The Things That Are Best When Shaken.~ Download the onX Fish App Today! ~Link: https://bit.ly/4omX8gvUse Code: "CRAPPIE" to save 20%~ Schedule Your FREE Financial Advisor Consultation ~Ben Bartusek - Northwestern MutualPhone: 507-509-2907Email: benjamin.m.bartusek@nm.com~ Past The Barb Social Media ~ Email Us Questions and Feedback: pastthebarbpodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @pastthebarbpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... ~ Follow Us On Social Media ~ Adam Bartusek Instagram: @adambartusek Adam Bartusek Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adambartbart... Ryan Pinkalla Instagram: @ryan_pinkalla Ryan Pinkalla YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiRa... Sam Sobi Instagram: @sam_sobi_ Sam Sobi Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sobieckfishing

Agatha Christie is the best-selling novelist of all time. But her biggest mystery unfolded outside the pages of her books. In this episode, Dana examines the 11 days in 1926 when the beloved author went missing, and the rollicking media circus inspired by her disappearance. Hosted by Dana Schwartz, Zaron Burnett, and Jason EnglishWritten by Joe PompeoProduced by Josh FisherStory Editor is Marisa BrownEditing and Sound Design by Jonathan Washington and Josh FisherMixing and Mastering by Baheed FrazierVoice Actors are Brittany Joyner and Steve BradfordOriginal Music by Elise McCoyResearch and Fact Checking by Joe Pompeo and Austin ThompsonShow Logo by Lucy QuintanillaExecutive Producer is Jason EnglishSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The group continues through the frozen wasteland as more horrors are heard in the distance. Please follow us on ⁠YouTube⁠! (and click the bell) Join us at D&D in a Castle July 18-22 or July 23-27! Story by K.A. Statz & Travis Vengroff (Co Game Masters) Produced, Co-Edited, with Co-Sound Design by Travis Vengroff Co-Sound Design, Co-Editing, Mixing and Mastering by Finnur Nielsen Executive Producers: Dennis Greenhill, Carol Vengroff, AJ Punk'n, & Maico Villegas Dialogue Editing (first round) by Kasch Wilder Transcriptions by K.A. Statz & Travis Vengroff Cast: Narrator / Game Master – K.A. Statz Narrator / Game Master – Travis Vengroff Yuehai – Sam Yeow Agé Ogun – Jasper William Cartwright Vind Greyview – Eric Nelsen Vivianna Bloodchamber – LilyPichu Jare Driftwood – Florian Seidler Perwit Stork – Travis Vengroff Music: Music Director / Arranged by - Travis Vengroff Music Engineer (Musiversal) - Gergő Láposi "Theme of the Realmweaver" Written & orchestrated by Steven Melin, Copyists Peter Jones & Steven Melin, Hurdy-Gurdy & Dulcimer by Enzo Puzzovio, Budapest Strings & Choir by Musiversal Between Time Editions of "Wrath of Winter" "A Corrupting Sound" – Arranged and Performed by Steven Melin. "Echo of Seasons: Beyond Time Edition" – Written by Hitoshi Sakimoto, Arranged and Performed by Steven Melin. "Lights Beyond the Trees" – Written by Yuzo Koshiro, Arranged and Performed by Steven Melin. "Last Light" "On Shores of Silver" "Northrealm Theme" written by David Wise & Steven Melin, orchestrated by Christopher Siu & Catherine Nguyen (Copyist), lyrics by Travis Vengroff, Woodwinds by Kristin Naigus, Budapest Strings & Choir by Musiversal Cover art by Anthony Avon & Marcel Mercado with lettering by K.A. Statz Special Thanks to: Our Patreon supporters! | Our Fool & Scholar Discord Lampreys! | Carol VengroffThis is a Fool and Scholar Production. We are a two person creative team and we can only create this show because of your support. Thank you for making this show possible! Check out our Merch: ⁠⁠www.DarkDice.com⁠⁠ Free Transcripts are also available: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/posts/84864738⁠⁠ Content Warnings: Death, Drug Use, Gaslighting, Starvation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know you swallow about six cups of your own saliva every single day, and that saliva could be quietly feeding disease throughout your entire body? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Elmira Shojai and Lora Hooper, two women working at the cutting edge of something almost nobody in traditional dentistry ever talks about: your oral microbiome. I did a consult with them on my own mouth, and even though I feel amazing and have done so much work to clean up my health, my results shocked me. We go deep on why the mouth is the second largest microbiome in your body, why traditional dentistry cleans and fills without ever asking why the problem keeps coming back, and why killing every bit of bacteria with harsh mouthwash might actually be making things worse instead of better. If you've done everything right and still feel like your body is working against you, this conversation might hold the missing piece.

In this episode, Josh and Alessandra discuss the importance of adaptable routines, foundational principles in health and fitness, and practical strategies for managing busy family life while maintaining personal growth. They share real-life experiences and insights on how to build sustainable habits amidst life's chaos.   L5 Health Score Quiz https://score.lvltnhealth.com/ LVLTN Health https://www.lvltnhealth.com/ The Fitness League app https://www.fitnessleagueapp.com/   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and episode overview 00:24 The significance of flexible routines in daily life 241:38:22 Planning versus real-life adjustments in routines 5916:38:34 Understanding sleep regressions and managing sleep with kids 7722:11:57 Back to basics: Foundations of health and fitness 10194:25:23 Mastering the five pillars of health 12499:58:45 Creating backup plans for busy days 14083:18:45 The importance of evening routines for morning success 16833:18:51 Adapting routines through different seasons of life 21805:32:25 The role of mindset and mental capacity in change 24138:52:29 Starting small and scaling habits effectively 28027:45:52 The significance of evening routines and sleep hygiene 31749:59:17 Prioritizing and making sacrifices for goals 35416:39:23 The power of small shifts and consistency 37527:46:08 Waking up early and the benefits of quiet mornings 38527:46:14 The value of coaching and personalized plans 461666:39:58 Final thoughts on responsibility and continuous improvement

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#998: Join us as we sit down with John Paul DeJoria – entrepreneur, philanthropist, co-founder of Paul Mitchell and Patrón, and author of Success Unshared is Failure. John Paul shares the extraordinary story of going from being homeless twice to building some of the most recognizable brands in the world, including launching Paul Mitchell with just $700 and living out of his car. In this episode, he breaks down the scrappy strategies, resilience, and mindset that helped him turn setbacks into billion-dollar businesses, and why he believes rejection is simply part of the process. John Paul also opens up about building a blended family, raising children without spoiling them, the role of philanthropy in his life, and his perspective on wealth, happiness, and success. He shares the lessons he learned from being fired, starting over, and betting on himself, along with his philosophy that "Success Unshared is Failure" and why focusing on the next step, rather than the obstacle, can change the trajectory of your life.   For Detailed Show Notes visit TheBossticks.com   To connect with John Paul DeJoria click HERE   To connect with Lauryn Bosstick click HERE   To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE   Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE   Head to our ShopMy page HERE and LTK page HERE to find all of the products mentioned in each episode.   To learn more about John Paul Dejoria and his book "Success Unshared Is Failure" visit https://bit.ly/JPDejoria-Book-Success.    This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Confidential Shop your nightly ritual now at https://shopskinnyconfidential.com.   This episode is sponsored by ARMRA Go to http://armra.com/SKINNY or enter SKINNY to get 30% off your first subscription order.   This episode is sponsored by Wayfair Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase and start saving on your next home upgrade. Head to http://Wayfair.com to shop all things home.    This episode is sponsored by Nutrafol For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you visit http://Nutrafol.com and enter promo code SKINNYHAIR.   This episode is sponsored by Function Health Check your health the way I do. Function provides 160+ lab tests for $1/day and member pricing on advanced imaging. Join at http://functionhealth.com/SKINNY and use gift code SKINNY25.   This episode is sponsored by Revolve Shop at http://REVOLVE.com/SKINNY and use code SKINNY for 15% off your first order. #REVOLVEpartner   This episode is sponsored by ThirdLove Use code BOSSTICKS15 for $15 off your first purchase at http://thirdlove.com.   This episode is sponsored by egglife Find egglife wraps chillin' in the fridge at Aldi, Whole Foods, Kroger, Target, Walmart & more. Visit http://www.egglifefoods.com to find a retailer near you. Produced by Dear Media

Episode 515: Ask David Parenting Meltdowns, Real-Time TEAM-CBT, and When Negative Thoughts Won't Stop What do you do when your child has a public meltdown—and you feel your own frustration rising just as quickly? And what if your mind feels so overwhelmed with anxious or depressive thoughts that completing a Daily Mood Log seems impossible? In this Ask David episode, Dr. David Burns is joined by host Kevin Cornelius, LMFT, and Psychiatrist/TEAM-CBT therapist Dr. Matt May to answer two thoughtful listener questions that many parents and therapy enthusiasts will recognize. Together, they demonstrate TEAM-CBT techniques live, showing not only what to do, but how to think differently in the moment. Along the way, they explore why changing your relationship with your own thoughts is often more important than trying to control other people's behavior. In This Episode Question 1: How Do I Use TEAM-CBT in Real Time When My Child Has a Meltdown? A listener describes taking his two young sons to the driving range when one child suddenly wants to leave while the other wants to stay. As frustration mounts, so do the automatic thoughts: "He's being a brat." "He's too immature for this." "He's ungrateful and whines all the time." Although the listener can challenge these thoughts later using a Daily Mood Log, he wonders: How can I use TEAM-CBT in the middle of an emotionally charged parenting moment? David, Kevin, and Matt explore this question through several live demonstrations. Topics Include: Why self-compassion comes before effective parenting The danger of "should" statements directed at yourself How beating yourself up actually makes it harder to respond compassionately Why practice outside emotional moments prepares you for success inside emotional moments Accepting your own imperfections as a parent Matt demonstrates how to respond to his own inner critic using Externalization of Voices, replacing self-criticism with realistic self-acceptance instead of perfectionism. Challenging "Shoulds" About Other People The conversation then shifts to another common trap: Trying to make other people different than they are. Together they examine several automatic thoughts parents commonly experience: "He's being a brat." "He's too immature." "He's ungrateful." David helps Matt and Kevin identify the cognitive distortions hiding inside these thoughts, including: Labeling Hidden should statements Unrealistic expectations Blaming Rather than arguing intellectually, they demonstrate TEAM-CBT methods such as: Acceptance Paradox Self-Defense Counterattack Externalization of Voices The discussion highlights an important insight: Much of our emotional suffering comes not from other people's behavior—but from insisting they should be different than they are. Kevin shares a personal story about using the Feeling Great app's Paradoxical Magnification exercise to dissolve his own "should" statements about parenting through humor and acceptance. Question 2: What If My Mind Never Stops Producing Negative Thoughts? The second listener has struggled with depression and anxiety since adolescence. Although he believes in TEAM-CBT, he finds the Daily Mood Log overwhelming because his mind produces what feels like hundreds of negative thoughts every minute. His questions include: How long should I spend on a Daily Mood Log? Do I need to answer every negative thought? Why can't I create positive thoughts that actually feel believable? David's Advice Dr. Burns explains that: 10–20 minutes of Daily Mood Log work is usually enough. You do not need to answer every negative thought. Most automatic thoughts are simply variations of a handful of core beliefs. Consistent practice matters much more than perfection. Using his own recovery after recent surgery as an example, David reminds listeners that small, steady efforts often produce remarkable long-term change. Helpful TEAM-CBT Strategies Discussed Kevin describes how simply sitting down with the Daily Mood Log often quiets his racing mind and helps him focus on what truly matters. David recommends another powerful exercise: Negative Practice Instead of fighting racing thoughts: Schedule a few minutes. Record every negative thought without challenging them. Then listen back to the recording. Many people discover that simply hearing their thoughts aloud changes their relationship to them. Matt also emphasizes several uncovering techniques that help identify the deeper beliefs generating so many automatic thoughts, including: The What-If Technique Individual Downward Arrow Cost-Benefit Analysis Positive Reframing Rather than trying to "think positively," TEAM-CBT first helps eliminate the hidden resistance that makes positive thoughts difficult to believe. A Quick Speed Round Near the end of the episode, David introduces a new experiment: Rapid-fire Ask David answers. In just thirty seconds, he explains one of the central concepts from Feeling Great: The Four Deaths of the Self The death of the Special Self (depression) The death of the Fearful Self (anxiety) The death of the Angry, Blaming Self (relationship conflict) The death of the Entitled Pleasure-Seeking Self (habits and addictions) David explains that each "death" ultimately reveals something surprising: There was never anything essential to lose—only freedom to gain. Listener Feedback The team asks for your input: Would you rather hear: Longer, in-depth discussions of just a few questions? Faster "speed round" answers covering many listener questions? Let them know through this week's listener survey. Resources Mentioned Feeling Great by Dr. David Burns The Feeling Great App Episode 507: Mastering the Daily Mood Log: Small Details, Life-Changing Results Daily Mood Log Memorable Takeaways Self-compassion is often the first step toward becoming the parent you want to be. Your emotional suffering usually comes from your thoughts—not from other people's behavior. You don't need to defeat every negative thought to feel dramatically better. Practice emotional skills when you're calm so they're available when emotions run high. Small, consistent Daily Mood Log work can create profound change over time. As always, thank you for listening to the Feeling Good Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and send us your questions—you just might hear them discussed on a future Ask David episode. Contact Information You can reach Matt May, MD @ https://www.matthewmaymd.com Kevin Cornelius, LMFT is a Level 5 Certified Master TEAM-CBT Therapist and Trainer and the Clinical Director of Feeling Good Institute--Silicon Valley. He specializes in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship problems and insomnia. You can reach Kevin at kevin@feelinggoodinstitute.com and visit his website at www.tools4change.me. You can reach Dr. Burns at david@feelinggood.com. Feeling down in these turbulent times? Take a ride on our Feeling Great app. Feeling Great feels wonderful! You owe it to yourself to feel GREAT! Give the Greatest Gifts of ALL--Love and Happiness!

In this episode, Bonnie Nofsinger shares expert insights on planning and executing vacations for families with neurodivergent members. We discuss challenges, strategies, and tips to create enjoyable, inclusive travel experiences. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this enlightening episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we are joined by Dr. Laura Sicola, a renowned leadership and communication coach with over 15 years of experience guiding individuals to master the art of effective communication. Dr. Sicola delves into the crucial elements of leadership communication, introducing her concept of the "three C's": Command the room, Connect with the audience, and Close the deal. She shares valuable insights on the importance of aligning what you say with how you say it, and how this alignment fosters trust and credibility in any conversation.Throughout our discussion, Dr. Sicola emphasizes the power of storytelling and the techniques that can transform ordinary speakers into hypnotic storytellers. She explains how using analogies, shifting energy, and speaking in the present tense can engage listeners on a deeper level, making messages resonate and stick. Additionally, she addresses common pitfalls that undermine authority, such as run-on sentences and upspeak, providing practical tips to enhance communication skills.Listeners will walk away with actionable strategies to improve their leadership presence, understand the relationship between voice and body language, and the significance of authenticity in communication. Dr. Sicola also shares details about her upcoming projects and offers a special gift to our audience, the first two chapters of her book, *Speaking to Influence*.What You'll Learn in This Episode:- The three C's of effective leadership communication- Techniques for becoming a hypnotic storyteller- Common speech pitfalls to avoid for greater authority- The relationship between words, voice, and body language- Insights into Dr. Sicola's upcoming projects and how to access her resourcesFor more information on Dr. Laura Sicola and to receive your free gift, visit her website at https://chapters1and2.speakingtoinfluence.com/register-page-1640-3841-2773-8221Support the show

Episode Summary In this episode of the Work at Home RockStar Podcast, Tim Melanson chats with Robert Siciliano, owner of Protect Now LLC, about building a long-term work-from-home solopreneur business and the security habits every remote entrepreneur needs to avoid scams, data breaches, and account takeovers. Robert shares his biggest business mistake, hiring "experts" without fully understanding the work himself, and how AI is now helping people shorten that learning curve by researching and asking better questions before they hire. He also explains how criminals are using AI to scale phishing and fraud, and why the "attack surface" for remote workers has grown so much since COVID. The conversation dives into the core protections every work-from-home business owner should have in place: unique long, strong passwords, a password manager, and two-factor authentication, along with VPNs on public Wi-Fi. Robert walks through his "strategic human firewall" mindset, moving from trust by default to verifying everything, and touches on the next evolution of password security, passkeys. Who is Robert Siciliano? Recognized as the media's go-to cybersecurity expert and creator of The Strategic Human Firewall™, Robert Siciliano is a private investigator, Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), and the CEO of Protect Now, LLC. As one of the nation's most trusted voices on cybercrime and identity theft, he has built an unparalleled media track record, appearing on over 500 television shows, contributing to over 1,000 radio programs, and being featured as an expert source in over 3,000 articles. A fierce advocate for personal and professional security, Robert is the architect of the CSI Protection certification and a bestselling author who strips away technical jargon to deliver "straight talk" solutions. His expertise is regularly sought by every major network, including CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, and The Today Show, where he empowers viewers to protect their data, privacy, and wealth from modern threats. During the episode, Robert also shared that he has been a solopreneur since early 2001 and, in his own words, considers himself "unemployable" at this point, having built his business entirely around working on his own schedule. Connect with Robert Siciliano Website: https://protectnowllc.com/ Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Siciliano TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@robert_siciliano LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertsiciliano Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CyberAwarenessExpertSpeaker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertsiciliano/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/robertsiciliano YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxPUhCstuAW8GJR826pamYA IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2892079/ Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Robert-L.-Siciliano/e/B0035CH602/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_1 Host Contact Details Website: https://workathomerockstar.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/workathomestar Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com Timestamps 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 00:24 Solopreneur Success Story 01:37 Working From Home Discipline 03:17 Biggest Business Mistake 05:43 Using AI to Learn Faster 09:21 AI as Writing Coach 10:47 AI Powered Cybercrime Threat 13:03 Password Basics and 2FA 16:36 Trusting Password Managers 18:28 Security Mindset Not Fatalism 25:00 Password Managers for Continuity 27:18 More Tools VPN and WiFi Safety 29:30 Whats New in His Business 32:09 Passkeys Replace Passwords 34:39 How to Work With Robert 39:03 Strategic Human Firewall 40:48 Manufactured Urgency Scams 43:27 Rock Star Picks and Wrap Up Disclaimers This episode touches on cybersecurity statistics and industry figures shared by our guest based on his professional experience. These numbers reflect his own research and estimates, so treat them as informed insight rather than independently verified data. The security tips shared in this episode are general best practices, not personalized advice for your specific business or setup. Always evaluate your own risk and consult a professional where needed.

In this episode, Darius Ross shares insights on the upcoming real estate market correction, the impact on multifamily investments, and international opportunities. Discover strategies for navigating distress, capital raising, and the future of real estate in a changing global landscape.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

It's part 2 of our Back to Basics series on unit planning! Last episode, we looked at the overall process and started by setting measurable objectives for a sample unit. Now we're going to design a unit assessment plan that includes diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments. I'm putting out this series as an introduction to my new online course, Mastering the Lesson Plan. These four episodes will give you the big picture, but the course takes a much deeper dive into each step of the process and gives you practical tools you can use to plan stronger instruction. To learn more about the course, visit cultofpedagogy.com/teaching101. ___________________________ Thanks to Brilliant and Notability for sponsoring the episode. To read a written version of this podcast, visit cultofpedagogy.com/how-to-create-an-assessment-plan/.

Olivia Fox Cabane is the best-selling author of The Charisma Myth and a former director of innovative leadership at Stanford. She has coached leaders at companies including Apple, Google, JPMorgan, and Airbnb, and has spent years studying the science behind charisma. In this episode, Olivia explains why charisma isn't an innate personality trait but a learnable skill, how presence, power, and warmth work together, and why mastering charisma may become even more valuable as AI makes knowledge and information increasingly accessible. On this episode we talk about: Why charisma is a learned behavior rather than an innate personality trait The three core components of charisma: presence, power, and warmth How to practice charisma in low-stakes situations and make presence a daily habit The potential downsides of charisma, including manipulation, envy, and convincing people when you're actually wrong How vocal fluctuation, online communication, and AI are changing the way charisma is perceived Top 3 Takeaways Charisma can be learned. Like any other skill, charisma may feel unnatural at first, but consistent practice can make it feel effortless over time. Start with presence. In a distracted world, simply giving someone your full attention can dramatically increase your impact. Olivia recommends practicing in everyday, low-stakes interactions. Use charisma with the right intent. Charisma can be incredibly powerful, but it can also manipulate or mislead people. The goal should be to create a better experience for everyone involved, not simply to control an interaction. Notable Quotes “Charisma is a series of learned behaviors.” “The world becomes your lab and every person you meet is a chance to experiment.” “If your intent is good and your impact is good, use everything at your disposal.” Connect with Olivia Fox Cabane: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliviafoxcabane/ Other: The Charisma Myth  Website: https://www.oliviafoxcabane.com/ A Word from Our Sponsors: - Go to Leesa.com for 25% OFF select mattresses (through August 23, 2026) PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code TMM, exclusive for my listeners  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mastering the Mind Talk Series, Week 6: The Illusion of Control explores why our need to control people, circumstances, and outcomes often creates anxiety, stress, and suffering. Discover how spiritual awareness, mindfulness, surrender, trust, and conscious living can help you release control and experience greater inner peace. Learn to shift from fear-based thinking into spiritual freedom, acceptance, and personal empowerment. This powerful spiritual teaching will help you master your mind, let go of resistance, trust life, and awaken to a deeper sense of peace, purpose, and presence. If this message spoke to you, don't let the insight end here. Subscribe for more teachings on self-realization, spiritual growth, inner transformation, universal principles, and awakening to the power within. Stay connected with Reverend Lee's Daily Thought and Agape's weekly newsletter for practical spiritual wisdom, encouragement, and inspiration delivered directly to you: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations Agape exists to share truth, healing, connection, and transformation with the world. If this community supports your spiritual journey, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue creating teachings, gatherings, and resources that awaken and empower others. Become a supporter here: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Travis Chappell delivers a solo masterclass on gaining influence—the essential skill for entrepreneurs, networkers, and anyone looking to close more deals or build authority. Drawing from Robert Cialdini's Influence, his podcast booking agency that hit $1M in 8 months, and years of relationship-building, Travis shares three proven paths to become undeniably influential without gimmicks or scams. On this episode we talk about: Why "be interested, not interesting" is half the networking equation—becoming a person of interest first "Badass bullets": How unique accomplishments (ultras, stadium tours, epic feats) make you a must-interview guest Value = influence: Give practical advice, entertainment, or insights to earn trust and obedience Examples from Gary Vee, MrBeast, and The Rock—how consistent value creation turns into massive business wins The power of frequency over volume: Short-form consistency builds long-term trust faster than you think Top 3 Takeaways Become a person of interest—stack unique life experiences (adventures, feats, stories) so others evangelize you naturally. Deliver value relentlessly; it doesn't have to be profound—entertainment or quick wins create loyal followers who act on your word. Stay consistent over time; frequency breeds trust, turning one-off interactions into lifelong influence. Notable Quotes "Value equals influence. The more value that you give, the more influence that you have." "People who do really interesting, cool things... become the evangelists for them just by very nature." "Be interested, not interesting... [but] being interesting is actually still a really valuable piece of the equation." Connect with Travis Chappell: LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell⁠ Twitter/X: ⁠https://twitter.com/travischappell⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/travischappell⁠ Other: travischappell.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To Order Jupiter & Saturn, Mastering the Cycles of Life:https://www.mmacycles.com/product/jupiter-and-saturn-transits-mastering-the-cycles-of-life/High Timeline Living Website:https://www.hightimelineliving.com/Readings with Kristin Lawhead:https://kristiraeastrology.wixsite.com/blogKristin's Pinterest Page:https://www.pinterest.com/kristirae01/?invite_code=abac4e48864546c5be3de92dd3aeea4d&sender=236439186595387133Readings with Alisa Dixon: https://www.astrologywithalisa.com/Fun Astrology YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@funastrologypodcastBuy Thomas a Coffee!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/funastrologyThank you!Join the Fun Astrology Lucky Stars Club Here!Old Soul / New Soul Podcast - Back Episodes:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2190199https://www.youtube.com/@OldSoulNewSoulAstrologyPodcastDisclaimer: The material in this episode is intended as informational and educational purposes only from an astrological perspective and reflects only the opinions of the presenter. In no way is this podcast considered professional psychological or medical counseling or advice. If you are experiencing a personal crisis, please contact 988 for immediate professional, licensed assistance. 

Preserving the Dome and the Dip: Secrets to Mastering the Dandie Dinmont Standard This episode of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Diaries is part of Pure Dog Talk's Clubhouse. The series features members of the Club Partnership Program who are working to preserve the knowledge of their legacy breeders. Host Laura Reeves is joined by the legendary Donna Francis of Elfwish Kennels. With a storied career spanning decades as an AKC-licensed professional handler, skilled groomer and breeder, Donna shares her rich history in the sport. She recounts her evolution from early days with Beagles, Siberian Huskies, and Pembroke Welsh Corgis to her deep-dive into Dandie Dinmonts. Throughout the conversation, Donna provides master-class insights on the critical mechanics of canine structure, the realities of grooming a three-textured terrier coat, and why "type-to-type" line breeding remains the most reliable path to preserving the breed's authentic hallmarks. Whether you are a newcomer looking for mentorship, an aspiring judge or a seasoned breeder, Donna's candid advice offers a rare and valuable masterclass in breed preservation. From a Sold Saddle to Siberian Huskies: Donna's Early Years The $35 Beagle: Donna shares how she sold her horse saddle at age 11 to buy her first purebred Beagle puppy, who went on to become a champion at her very first dog show.Becoming a Professional Handler: After breeding Siberian Huskies in Olmsted Falls, Ohio, Donna worked hard to earn her AKC handling license, committing to perfection and developing an expert "eye for a dog".The Birth of Elfwish: How a chance meeting with Sandy Wolfskill led to co-owning the number-one Pembroke Welsh Corgi bitch in the country and creating the "Elfwish" kennel name, inspired by a Corgi named Wishin and a small elf statue. Falling in Love with the Dandie Dinmont Meeting Elsbeth: Initially finding them "funny looking," Donna was won over by Elsbeth, a Dandie Dinmont breeder Betty-Anne Stenmark selected for them. Elsbeth went on to win the specialty that weekend and even charmed actor Orlando Bloom in first class on the flight home.Crufts Success with Kevin:Donna reflects on her "heart dog," Kevin, who won second at the Terrier Group at Crufts and became a cornerstone stud dog for their breeding program, siring national winners for years. Deep Dive into Structure, Type, and Movement The Danger of Over-Sizing: Donna warns that many modern Dandies are being bred too large, explaining that a head that is too big or a dog with incorrect proportions cannot properly enter and exit a burrow to do its historical job.The Anatomy of a Working Terrier:The Rib Cage: A long rib cage is vital to protect the dog's internal organs from badgers, paired with a slightly shorter loin.The Topline: Dandies have a highly specific, slight topline rise that is easily bred incorrectly, warning against "roached" backs or rear-high structures.Fronts and Feet: A correct front assembly requires a "wrap around" and strong, tight feet and toes so the dog can dig. Movement on the Go: Donna describes the ideal Dandie gate as a smooth, gliding reach and drive with a stable topline, cautioning against short, choppy steps that signal a flawed front assembly. The Art and Challenge of Grooming Three Coat Textures: Grooming a Dandie is notoriously difficult because of their three distinct textures (the harsh outer coat, soft medium coat, and inner coat).Stripping and Scissoring: Donna discusses the necessity of stripping dead hair weekly to prevent the dog's proportions from looking distorted, emphasizing that a bad grooming job can obscure a great dog, while expert grooming can make a poor structure look passable to untrained eyes. Hard-Hitting Advice for Breed Preservation Type-to-Type Breeding: Donna strongly advocates for breeding "type-to-type" and line breeding, choosing pairs with highly similar physical styles rather than chasing superficial "all-breed winner" studs, which often results in a "mishmash" litter.The Value of Mentorship: Her primary advice for newcomers is to find a trusted mentor, stick with them, and ignore political gossip. She urges established breeders to open their arms and support new exhibitors rather than pushing them away.Temperament is Non-Negotiable: Donna explains that showmanship is "90% of it," requiring a bold, tail-wagging dog with a stable, friendly temperament. She urges socialization through puppy classes and cautions against placing unstable temperaments in companion homes.Dandie Reproduction: Insights on the difficulty of breeding Dandies, including Donna's success with side-by-side artificial insemination (AI) on a table, the necessity of pre-whelping x-rays and ultrasounds, and managing selective C-sections. For more information on Dandie Dinmont Terriers.

Even though this is a solo episode, Travis steps in as your guide through one of the most underrated money-making skills: managing your reactions in a world engineered to keep you emotionally hijacked. Drawing from personal stories, psychology, and stoic philosophy, he walks through his BASS Method—Breathe, Ask, Solve, Share—to help you turn everyday frustrations into opportunities for growth, better relationships, and ultimately better decision-making in life and business. On this episode we talk about: How media and marketing are designed to make you feel lonely and “not enough” Why negativity bias makes certain ads and headlines so effective The Victoria's Secret body positivity example and what it reveals about identity and marketing The BASS Method: Breathe, Ask, Solve, Share (Travis's reaction management framework) How to reframe “bad days” and emotional triggers into opportunities for connection and growth Top 3 Takeaways Your environment is saturated with negative messaging, but you can reclaim control by intentionally managing your reactions instead of letting emotions run your day. The BASS Method—take three deep breaths, ask better questions about your feelings, solve from a calm, third-party perspective, and share the win with someone close—helps you build a stronger identity as someone who handles problems with composure. Most events are neutral; your perception creates the story. Learning to interrogate your feelings in the middle of an emotional spike gives you more power, better relationships, and less unnecessary suffering. Notable Quotes “We have to become proficient at distracting ourselves from the distractions.” “Most events are just events. We have the ability to control whether or not we perceive it to be a good or bad event.” “Ultimately, nobody else has power over my emotional state except for me.” Connect with Travis Chappell: LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell⁠ Twitter/X: ⁠https://twitter.com/traviscchappell⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/travischappell⁠ Other: ⁠https://travischappell.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if everything you've been told about "lifting heavy" is actually setting you up to get hurt instead of getting stronger? I sit down with Dr. Stephanie Estima, doctor of chiropractic, female metabolism expert, and creator of the Betty Body Method, to pull apart the fitness advice flooding your feed and replace it with what actually works for women in midlife. We start with the "eat more protein, lift heavier" noise online and dig into why that advice, without context, is nearly useless. Stephanie breaks down exactly how you know you're lifting heavy enough (hint: it has nothing to do with a specific number of pounds), why so many of us skipped straight past the strength foundation we needed in our 20s and 30s, and how that's showing up now in injuries and frustration. This episode will change how you think about every workout, every meal, and every wellness trend you scroll past. We Go Deep On: How to actually know you're lifting heavy enough (it has nothing to do with the number on the dumbbell) Why so many midlife women skipped the strength foundation they needed decades ago The Trendelenburg test and why 85-90% of back pain patients have weak glutes The direct link between glute strength and chronic low back pain My own disc rupture and disc replacement story, and what rebuilt my lower body Progressive overload without the injury risk, including rest periods that actually work VO2 max training and why cardio still matters after 40 Weighted vests, vibration plates, and step counts: what the research actually says Why "toning" isn't a real physiological process Rethinking protein without obsessive tracking An honest take on GLP-1 medications and what most protocols are missing Stephanie's simple, non-negotiable supplement list Why the fear of carbs (and honestly, fear of everything but protein) has gotten out of hand Letting go of "skinny" as the goal and redefining what a healthy body actually looks like Catch the full episode on YOUTUBE HERE: https://bit.ly/MidlifeConversationsYouTube   Learn More About Dr. Stephanie Estima Instagram ➜ https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estima  Website ➜  https://drstephanieestima.com/  Book  ➜  The Betty Body: A Geeky Goddess' Guide to Intuitive Eating, Balanced Hormones, and Transformative Sex https://amzn.to/45CNOg5  Thank you to our show sponsors:  TIMELINE:Timeline is offering 20% off your order! Go to https://timeline.com/NATALIEJILL  BIOPTIMIZERS: Get the magnesium I take daily here https://www.bioptimizers.com/nataliejill Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! Mastering the Midlife Midsection Guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ Age Optimizing and Supplement Guide: https://ageoptimizer.com   Connect with me on social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit   For advertising inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Disclaimer: Information provided in the Midlife Conversations podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before making any changes to your current regimen.  Information provided in this podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast does not create a client-patient relationship between you and the host of Midlife Conversations or you and any doctor or provider interviewed and featured on this show. Information and statements may have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease. Advertising Disclosure: Some episodes of Midlife Conversations may be sponsored by products or services discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation for such advertisements or if you purchase products through affiliate links. Opinions expressed about products or services are those of the host and/or guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any sponsor. Sponsorship does not imply endorsement of any product or service by healthcare professionals featured on this podcast.

Jeff Graves is the founder and creator of LuvLang Studios, an online mastering service. LuvLang gives users interactive control and feedback over the mastering process.  Jeff and I spoke about how mastering can transform a mix. Jeff shared his story of his experience working in studios and learning about mastering, and how LuvLang Studios was created.  Listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Links: LuvLang Studios - https://luvlang.studio LuvLang on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/luvlang.studio/ The State of Loudness in 2026 - https://luvlang.studio/research/loudness-2026 Free Online LUFS Measurement Tool - https://luvlang.studio/free-lufs-check Sterling Sound - https://www.sterling-sound.com Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc  5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store This episode was edited by Animus Invidious of PerforModule - https://performodule.com/ Thank you for listening.  Please review the Music Production Podcast on your favorite podcast provider! And don't forget to visit my site https://BrianFunk.com for music production tutorials, videos, and sound packs. Brian Funk

I'm kicking off a four-episode Back to Basics series that will offer a practical overview of how to effectivley plan a unit of instruction. This week we'll start with the big picture, an overview of the process I use for planning a unit, starting with setting measurable objectives and getting a sense for how you will assess them at the end of the unit. In the next episode, we'll zoom in on that process of designing the assessment plan. I'm putting out this series as an introduction to my new online course, Mastering the Lesson Plan. These four episodes will give you the big picture, but the course takes a much deeper dive into each step of the process and gives you practical tools you can use to plan stronger instruction. To learn more about the course, visit cultofpedagogy.com/teaching101. ___________________________ Thanks to Alpaca and iCivics for sponsoring the episode. To read a written version of this podcast, visit cultofpedagogy.com/how-to-plan-a-unit-of-instruction.  

For 20 years, people have asked me the same questions: what's the best position, how do I get better oral sex, is anal sex supposed to hurt. And honestly? I still love answering those. But after two decades of doing this podcast, I've realized something. People rarely come to me with the real problem. Underneath the sex question, there's almost always shame, rejection, resentment, or the big one: "am I normal?" In this episode, I'm doing something I've never done before going back through 20 years of advice and telling you what I'd change. I'm a Doctor of Human Sexuality and I've talked to millions of people about their sex lives, and here's what I know now that I didn't then: "just communicate" isn't enough, "spice it up" doesn't fix resentment, spontaneous desire is mostly a myth for people in long-term relationships, and sleep and stress matter more than any toy in your nightstand. I'm breaking down the five pillars of sexual intelligence, why I think we're all obsessed with the wrong metrics, and what actually predicts great sex (hint: it's not technique). If you've ever wondered whether you're normal, this one's for you. You are. #SexWithEmily #EmilyMorse #SexAdvice #SexualIntelligence #Relationships ABOUT EMILY: Emily Morse is a Doctor of Human Sexuality, author and host of the #1 rated Sex with Emily podcast. Known as a renowned sexologist, Dr. Emily has helped millions of people around the world navigate their sex lives. Her candid and often funny conversations challenge cultural taboos, misinformation and awkward sex talks to create a future where people can deeply connect and embrace pleasure-filled lives. Because, life is too short for bad sex.  CONNECT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexwithemily/  X: https://twitter.com/sexwithemily  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sexwithemily  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sexwithemily  Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sexwithemily WANT MORE? Visit the Website: https://sexwithemily.com/ which includes FREE guides. Free Downloadable Guides: https://sexwithemily.com/guides/  Text With Me: https://sexwithemily.com/text  Receive Sex Tips On The Regular: https://sexwithemily.com/subscribe  Interested in 1:1 Coaching with Emily? Go to http://sexwithemily.com/coaching to apply!    ============================= Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:50 20 years of sex advice, updated 03:03 What's really underneath people's sex questions 05:46 Why "just communicate" isn't enough 07:18 "Spice it up" won't fix resentment 08:03 Rethinking "schedule sex" 08:18 Spontaneous desire vs. responsive desire 11:04 Sleep, stress, and your libido 14:16 You are not broken 14:58 The permission problem 15:38 Why perfect sex doesn't exist 20:01 Mastering yourself, not just technique Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices