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Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your Job
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16682&preview=true) Sometimes, a LinkedIn connection from the past can change the course of your job search. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Joy Reimer, the sole recruiter at Century West Engineering, shares how staying active and engaged on LinkedIn eventually led her to the role she holds today. Joy says the key is to keep showing up, stay positive, and not overlook the connections you've already made. She also talks about the habits that made a difference in her search: thinking beyond a single job title, using AI tools to uncover roles she might not have found otherwise, and skipping the “easy apply” button in favor of going directly to company websites. Joy also makes the case that networking isn't something you do only during a job search. It's something you practice all the time. Along the way, she learned to celebrate small wins, brush off being ghosted, and trust her instincts when something didn't feel right. About Our Guest: Joy Reimer is the sole recruiter at Century West Engineering. Resources in This Episode: Connect with Joy on LinkedIn. To learn more about Joy Reimer's job search, visit macslist.org/stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Nelson and Peter Parnegg explore the idea that fun should not be the reward for success but the fuel for it. The conversation begins with Peter sharing a 30 year life list goal he is about to achieve, a father son heli skiing trip in British Columbia. That story opens a broader discussion about how many professionals postpone joy until "someday" while building businesses that quietly consume their lives. Rob and Peter suggest that fun requires intention and planning. If it is not scheduled, work will always take its place. They contrast bucket list thinking, which often waits until later in life, with life list thinking, which prioritizes meaningful experiences now. The episode also connects fun to productivity, arguing that energy, presence, and joy improve performance rather than distract from it. Whether through small daily moments or major life list experiences, the message is clear: success should include a life you are actively enjoying, not just building. Key Takeaways Fun should be treated as fuel for success rather than something postponed until later Meaningful experiences require intention and scheduling or work will consume the time Small joyful moments can be just as powerful as big life list events Energy and consciousness are the most important professional tools and fun helps renew both Memorable Quotes "What if fun is actually the fuel for success?" "Fun requires intention." "Happiness is not the result of a sale. A sale is a result of happiness." "When there's that moment of should we do it or not, the answer is yes." Links: Website: https://ninjaselling.com/ninja-podcast/ Email: TSW@NinjaSelling.com Phone: 1-800-254-1650 Podcast Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/TheNinjaSellingPodcast Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/NinjaSelling Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninjasellingofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ninjaselling Upcoming Public Ninja Installations: https://NinjaSelling.com/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=183&tribe__ecp_custom_2%5B0%5D=Public Ninja Coaching: http://www.NinjaSelling.com/course/ninja-coaching/
Ivan Misner is widely known as the father of modern networking and the founder and Chief Visionary Officer of BNI, the world's largest business networking organization. Since founding BNI in 1985, Ivan has helped build a global community with over 11,700 chapters across 76 countries, generating millions of referrals and billions of dollars in business for its members. A New York Times bestselling author of more than 30 books—including Networking Is a Marathon, Not a Sprint—Ivan has spent decades studying the science and strategy behind meaningful professional relationships. In this episode, he joins Travis to discuss how networking has evolved, why most people misunderstand it, and how building genuine relationships is still the most powerful business growth strategy. On this episode we talk about: Why networking has a bad reputation—and how to do it the right way The VCP process: Visibility, Credibility, and Profitability Why relationships outperform transactional networking strategies How social media has flattened communication hierarchies The surprising data on relational vs. transactional networking styles Top 3 Takeaways Networking is about relationships, not transactions. The most effective networkers focus on building genuine connections first—business opportunities follow naturally from trust and familiarity. Follow the VCP process. Before referrals and revenue come visibility and credibility. People must know who you are, understand what you do, and trust your expertise before real business opportunities appear. Networking success is a long-term game. Treating networking like a marathon instead of a sprint allows relationships to compound over time into referrals, partnerships, and lasting opportunities. Notable Quotes “Networking is more about farming than it is about hunting.” “It's not about making contacts—it's about making connections.” “When people treat networking as a transaction, it's the reason so many people hate it.” "It's not what you know or who you know. It's how well you know them that really counts." Connect with Ivan Misner: Website: https://ivanmisner.com BNI: https://www.bni.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanmisner Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam works with a client who was addicted to transactional sexual experiences like porn, escorts, and hook-ups through dating sites. Adam helps them compare two timelines from the perspective of themself at 70 years old to choose between a meaningful life or one of revolving gratification to break a pattern that had been going on for many years. To access a subscriber-only version with no intro, outro, explanation, or ad breaks and 24 hours earlier than everyone else, tap 'Subscribe' nearby or click the following link.https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/adam-cox858/subscribe
Send a textThe mindset that keeps people powerless. In today's episode, we talk about the quiet narrative many people carry that convinces them the world is working against them. Over time, that belief begins shaping how you speak, how you act, and what you believe is possible for your life.We share a perspective on how that story forms, why it feels so convincing, and what begins to shift when someone finally questions it. Sometimes the biggest change starts with one uncomfortable realization. Press play and see if you recognize the story. And if it happens to be yours, good news. Every plot twist still needs an author.Here are the related episodes, each one builds on today's conversation:#226 | Effective Tools for Dealing with Challenges - https://apple.co/4aTSvp5 #448 | What REAL Validation Looks Like - https://apple.co/4hECPHQLearn more about:
This week, we share a reflection Rev. Bill Haley offered to Deeper Journey participants on Ash Wednesday. He calls us to look at Lent like a multi-faceted diamond and offers 15 Lenten invitations for us to grow personally and communally in our walks with God.Explore the Full Archive of Bill's SermonsExplore More Lenten Resourcesinthecoracle.org | @inthecoracleSupport the showFor the Journey is a resource of the Coracle Center of Formation for Action and is made possible through the generous support of men and women across the globe.
Harmony Week is such a special time in Australian classrooms… but let's be honest, it can sneak up on us!In this episode,we chat all things Harmony Week and how to plan meaningful, inclusive lessons without adding to your already full plate. If you've ever wondered how to move beyond “wearing orange” and truly embed the message of inclusivity and kindness in your classroom, this episode is for you.We're sharing simple strategies, ready-to-use ideas, book recommendations, and interactive activities that will help your students understand what Harmony Week is really about — and how they can live it every single day.What We Cover in This Episode:A series of lessons you could teach about Harmony Day and the themesPicture book recommendations2 reflective craft ideas that will look great hanging in your classroomA freebie to help spread the message of Harmony Day / Harmony WeekAAnd remember, these conversations don't stop after one week. Harmony Week is the starting point, not the finish line.Rainbows ahead,Alisha and AshleighResources mentioned in this episode:Harmony Day / Week Teaching slides (PowerPoint)7 Picture Books to Celebrate HarmonyHarmony Hands craft3D Harmony HeartFreebie: Harmony BadgesAPPLE PODCAST | SPOTIFY | AMAZONLet's hear from you! Text us!
Fluent Fiction - Korean: Finding Solace: Jiho's Quest for a Meaningful Memento Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2026-03-07-08-38-19-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 서울의 바쁜 거리 속에 숨겨진 작은 오아시스, 어반 정글 카페에는 화초들이 가득했다.En: In the busy streets of Seoul, there was a hidden small oasis, the Urban Jungle Cafe, filled with plants.Ko: 여기서는 따뜻한 봄 햇살과 함께 향긋한 커피 냄새가 퍼지고 있었다.En: Here, the fragrant smell of coffee was spreading along with the warm spring sunlight.Ko: 지호는 잠시 카페에 앉아 쉴 수 있었다.En: Jiho was able to sit and rest in the cafe for a while.Ko: 그는 이제 곧 대학을 졸업한다.En: He was about to graduate from university soon.Ko: 삶의 새로운 장을 준비하며 소중한 기념품 하나를 찾고 싶었다.En: While preparing for a new chapter in life, he wanted to find a meaningful souvenir.Ko: 지호는 언제나 깊이 생각하는 성격이었다.En: Jiho always had a deep-thinking personality.Ko: 세상의 크고 작은 일들이 그에게는 흥미로운 모험이었다.En: The big and small matters of the world were fascinating adventures to him.Ko: 하지만, 지금 그는 결정을 내릴 수가 없었다.En: However, right now, he couldn't make a decision.Ko: 서울의 수많은 상점들 중에서 무엇을 선택해야 할지 몰랐다.En: He didn't know what to choose among the many shops in Seoul.Ko: 마음속 불안을 진정시키기 위해 어반 정글 카페에서 마시는 커피는 그에게 잠시의 평화를 주었다.En: The coffee he drank at the Urban Jungle Cafe provided him a moment of peace to calm the anxiety inside him.Ko: 지호는 함께 온 친구 수진과 민지를 보며 웃었다.En: Jiho looked at his friends Sujin and Minji who came along with him and laughed.Ko: "여기 분위기 너무 좋지 않아?" 수진이 말했다.En: "Isn't the atmosphere here so nice?" Sujin said.Ko: "녹색 식물들이 너무 멋져." 민지도 동의했다.En: "The green plants are amazing." Minji agreed.Ko: 지호는 느긋한 미소를 지으며 대답했다. "맞아, 정말 평화로워."En: Jiho replied with a relaxed smile, "Yes, it's really peaceful."Ko: 카페에서의 휴식이 끝난 후, 지호는 결심했다.En: After the break at the cafe, Jiho made a decision.Ko: 특별한 물건을 찾기 위해 맞춤공예품 가게로 향하기로 했다.En: He decided to head to a custom crafts shop to find something special.Ko: 그곳은 독창적인 물건들로 가득한 작은 가게였다.En: It was a small shop filled with unique items.Ko: 나무로 된 간판과 손수 제작된 상품들이 창가에 놓여 있었다.En: A wooden sign and handcrafted products were displayed by the window.Ko: 가게 안은 아늑했다.En: Inside the shop, it felt cozy.Ko: 그곳에서는 시간 자체가 멈춘 것 같았다.En: It seemed like time itself had stopped there.Ko: 지호는 여러 가지 물건들을 구경하였다. 그리고 나무로 된 표지의 수제 노트를 발견했다.En: Jiho browsed through various items and discovered a handmade notebook with a wooden cover.Ko: 그 표지는 마치 새로운 시작을 의미하는 듯했다.En: The cover seemed to symbolize a new beginning.Ko: 지호의 마음속에서 그동안의 혼란이 사라지는 듯했다.En: It felt as if the chaos inside Jiho's mind was starting to disappear.Ko: 결국 지호는 그 노트를 구매했다.En: In the end, Jiho purchased the notebook.Ko: 수진과 민지는 무엇을 샀는지 궁금해 하며 물었다.En: Curious about what he bought, Sujin and Minji asked.Ko: "감정과 느낌들을 기록할 수 있는 노트야," 지호는 미소 지으며 말했다.En: "It's a notebook where I can record feelings and emotions," Jiho said with a smile.Ko: "새로운 시작을 위한 준비랄까."En: "Think of it as preparation for a new beginning."Ko: 길을 걸으며 지호는 더 이상 무엇을 걱정하지 않았다.En: As he walked along the street, Jiho no longer worried about anything.Ko: 노트는 그의 미래 길잡이가 되어줄 것이었다.En: The notebook was going to be his guide for the future.Ko: 그는 변화의 계절 속에서 새롭게 피어나는 자신을 느끼며, 다음 단계로 용기 있게 나아갈 준비가 되었다.En: Feeling himself bloom anew in the season of change, he was ready to courageously move onto the next stage.Ko: 지호의 마음은 닫혀 있던 문을 열고, 봄 햇살이 가득히 들어오는 것 같았다.En: It was as if Jiho's heart opened the closed doors, allowing the spring sunlight to fully come in. Vocabulary Words:oasis: 오아시스fragrant: 향긋한souvenir: 기념품personality: 성격fascinating: 흥미로운anxiety: 불안atmosphere: 분위기unique: 독창적handcrafted: 손수 제작된symbolize: 의미하다chaos: 혼란bloom: 피어나다courageously: 용기 있게guide: 길잡이adventure: 모험decision: 결정cozy: 아늑한graduate: 졸업preparation: 준비peace: 평화discover: 발견하다emotions: 감정spring sunlight: 봄 햇살wooden: 나무로 된custom: 맞춤rest: 쉬다spread: 퍼지다deep-thinking: 깊이 생각하는prepared: 준비된shop: 상점
Somewhere along the way, many of us were taught that a career is something you endure.Something you survive.Something you tolerate in exchange for stability.We were taught to ask questions like: “Does it pay well?” “Is it practical?” “Will it look good on paper?”
Loneliness is quietly becoming one of the most dangerous struggles of modern life, even among believers who sit in full churches each week. Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar explore why fellowship is fading and why many feel isolated. The guys explain how social media fuels comparison and resentment by showcasing polished lives that make normal struggles feel shameful. People can stand in crowded rooms yet feel unseen, afraid that honesty will be met with misunderstanding. Biblical fellowship is part of God's design, and shared purpose in the gospel replaces isolation with meaningful work. Busyness may numb loneliness temporarily, but it cannot replace deep relationships rooted in Christ.The guys explore how fear of rejection and fear of being known keep people stuck in isolation. Humans are created in God's image for a relationship with Him and with others, so disconnection runs counter to design. The gospel is not only a rescue from judgment but an invitation into communion with God and His people. Isolation creates space where lies grow louder, though intentional time alone with the Lord is different from unhealthy withdrawal. When believers live aware of Christ's presence, they are never alone, yet they still need embodied community. The guys connect the loneliness crisis to the Fall and to a culture that celebrates radical independence. From the beginning, it was not good for man to be alone, reflecting a God who exists in perfect community. Modern life pushes people inward, urging them to build identity from feelings and demand affirmation from others. This inward focus can lead to shallow online groups that imitate belonging without offering truth or accountability. Real gospel community reshapes hearts and calls believers to lift their eyes from themselves toward loving God and serving others. Purpose pulls people out of despair and reminds them they belong to something eternal.Finally, the guys offer practical steps for rebuilding connections in a disconnected world. The starting point is Christ, because union with Him means a believer is never spiritually abandoned. Meaningful church involvement, discipleship, confession, and shared service are essential for growth. Overcoming isolation requires intention, such as changing habits, making time for friendships, and stepping into opportunities to serve with others. For those battling anxiety or fear, small but concrete steps matter. Christians are not meant to fight alone but to link arms, labor together, and find that fellowship is one of God's primary tools for joy, strength, and lasting hope.Send a textThanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro
In this episode, I'm diving into the real-life side of the tooth fairy—because while the tradition sounds magical, parenting moments don't always go as planned. What happens when the tooth fairy forgets? What if your child wakes up early and the tooth is still under the pillow? I'm sharing why these moments aren't failures at all, but powerful opportunities to connect with our kids and teach them something meaningful about their bodies and growth. We'll also talk about the pressure parents feel around tooth fairy traditions—especially when money and comparisons get involved. How much should the tooth fairy leave? Does it even matter? I'll explore ways to shift the focus away from transactions and toward intention, connection, and creating traditions that truly support our kids' understanding of their health, their bodies, and their self-worth. Check out The Mind Mouth Body SHIFT Method -- https://shereewertz.com/academy Book a consultation today: I am always here to help answer any question and schedule a 15 minute call with me. If I can not help, I can get you to a provider that can. https://shereewertz.com/15-min
Behind every healed heart is a story of radical forgiveness and God's redeeming love. This week on the Known Legacy Podcast, the guys sit down with John Smithbaker, founder of Fathers in the Field Ministry—a powerful outreach that pairs godly men with fatherless boys to introduce them to their Heavenly Father and guide them toward healing. John vulnerably shares his own transformative journey: growing up abandoned by his earthly father, wrestling with deep wounds, coming to Christ, and ultimately choosing forgiveness—which set him free and sparked the vision for Fathers in the Field. He now equips men to walk through the same process of forgiveness, releasing bitterness and stepping into the fullness God intends. If you've been hurt by an absent or broken father figure, struggle with unforgiveness, or want to help others find freedom, this raw and redemptive conversation is for you. It's a reminder that no wound is beyond God's healing grace. Listen or watch the full episode this Thursday—wherever you subscribe, or on YouTube! Learn more about Fathers in the Field and how churches can get involved: fathersinthefield.com https://knownlegacy.org/mens-retreat Wake Up, Gear Up, and Come Alive! Known Legacy Mens Retreat Arrowhead camp Cleburne TX April 10-12th 2026 Take a break from the noise and step into a weekend designed just for you—a time to rest, recharge, and rediscover who God created you to be. Whether you're running on empty or just need to hit pause, this retreat is your invitation to refocus on your purpose and build deeper connections with other men on the journey. What's Included: * Intentional time to slow down and breathe * Dynamic worship & powerful teaching sessions * Epic cornhole tournament * Basketball, disc golf, gaga ball, 9 square, horseshoes & lawn games * Archery & archery tag * Indoor activity center: foosball, ping-pong, carpet ball, board games & movie nights * Meaningful conversations & memories that last Cost: * $300 per person (double room occupancy) * $400 per person (single room occupancy) ⚠️ Spots are limited — don't wait to sign up! Scholarships available! Email: bill@knownlegacy.org for more info. https://knownlegacy.org/mens-retreat Chapters (00:00:01) - Known Legacy Podcast(00:02:06) - Pet Peeve of the Day(00:04:53) - Do You Wish You Had A CB With A Handle?(00:06:01) - Driving Lessons For College Students(00:08:46) - John Smith Baker on Fathering(00:10:30) - John on Fathers in the Field(00:17:58) - "Do I Believe in God?"(00:19:15) - What's the Power of a Campfire(00:20:09) - The Cause of the Fatherless(00:22:00) - Bradley on Fatherhood(00:24:15) - What Advice Should I Give to a Divorced Dad?(00:29:12) - The Command to Ask For Forgiveness(00:32:50) - Discussing the Structure of the Church(00:33:05) - Forgive Me(00:36:11) - John on Being Fatherless(00:39:09) - Three Questions for the Gospel(00:40:40) - John on The Known Legacy Podcast
Send a textIn this episode of Evolve Ventures Tech, we talk about why avoiding the truth can feel easier today but create bigger problems tomorrow. From health to money to relationships, we break down how denial, fear, and emotional discomfort keep people stuck and what it really takes to move forward. This conversation is honest, practical, and designed to help you see where short-term comfort might be costing you long-term growth.Episode Reference:Lying and Health ConsequencesHere are the related episodes, each one builds on today's conversation:#466 | Instead of New Year's Resolutions, Do THIS - https://apple.co/4aWMjLF #447 | The Dark Side of Consistency: When Sticking to the Plan Holds You Back - https://apple.co/4pPMjmXLearn more about:
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by the to-do list that's preventing you from setting and achieving goals that would actually improve your life? We've become conditioned to chase instant gratification from the quick wins and dopamine hits that come from staying "productive." But those short-term victories often distract us from making meaningful progress toward the goals that truly matter. And today's guest is the perfect person to help shift your mindset to create long-term impact that can transform your career, relationships, and life. Dorie Clark has been named one of the Top 50 Business Thinkers in the World by Thinkers50 and Inc. Magazine. She teaches executive education at Columbia Business School and is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Long Game, Entrepreneurial You, and Reinventing You. Her work focuses on helping professionals think strategically, build lasting influence, and achieve goals that compound over time. In our conversation, we explored why so many people get trapped in short-term thinking, how patience and consistency create extraordinary outcomes, and Dorie shared practical strategies to stay motivated, build habits that support your future self, and stay committed to achieving your biggest long-term goals. KEY TAKEAWAYS Escaping Short-Term Reward Traps Balancing Urgent Work With Long-Term Goals Real Examples Of Playing the Long Game Doing Favors For Your Future Self How AI Changes Long-Term Achievement How Hal & Dorie Are Using AI People Give Up On Ideas & Goals Too Soon Be Aware Of The Raindrops: Clues Of Progress Daily Habits That Support Long-Term Success The Hidden Cost Of Short-Term Living Making Daily Progress That Motivates You How You Can Connect With & Learn from Dorie Get The Full Show Notes To get full access to today's show notes, including audio, transcript, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit MiracleMorning.com/627 Subscribe, Rate & Review I would love if you could subscribe to the podcast and leave an honest rating & review. This will encourage other people to listen and allow us to grow as a community. The bigger we get as a community, the bigger the impact we can have on the world. To subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on iTunes, visit HalElrod.com/iTunes. Connect with Hal Elrod Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Copyright © 2026 Miracle Morning, LP and International Literary Properties LLC
Hour 4: Silver & JD finish off Wednesday's show by playing clips from Warriors General Manager Mike Dunleavy on his recent appearance on The TK Show with Tim Kawakami. While Dunleavy remains calm about the future, Silver & JD preach more urgency. While the Warriors hope to retain Steph Curry for the remainder of his career, they will have to create an environment where he's able to play meaningful basketball in the Bay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 4: Silver & JD finish off Wednesday's show by playing clips from Warriors General Manager Mike Dunleavy on his recent appearance on The TK Show with Tim Kawakami. While Dunleavy remains calm about the future, Silver & JD preach more urgency. While the Warriors hope to retain Steph Curry for the remainder of his career, they will have to create an environment where he's able to play meaningful basketball in the Bay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ARE YOU A DIY INVESTOR? LEARN MORE ABOUT 42MACRO'S SOLUTIONS at https://www.thoughtfulmoney.com/diyBy popular demand, Darius Dale, CEO of 42Macro, returns to share his latest macro & market outlook.His model currently predicts "meaningful tailwinds for risk assets", expecting stocks -- particularly international equities, cyclicals and small caps, to perform well from here.To see the specific allocation his KISS model is currently recommending, watch this video.#bullmarket #smallcapstocks #internationalstocks _____________________________________________ Thoughtful Money LLC is a Registered Investment Advisor Promoter.We produce educational content geared for the individual investor. It's important to note that this content is NOT investment advice, individual or otherwise, nor should be construed as such.We recommend that most investors, especially if inexperienced, should consider benefiting from the direction and guidance of a qualified financial advisor registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or state securities regulators who can develop & implement a personalized financial plan based on a customer's unique goals, needs & risk tolerance.IMPORTANT NOTE: There are risks associated with investing in securities.Investing in stocks, bonds, exchange traded funds, mutual funds, money market funds, and other types of securities involve risk of loss. Loss of principal is possible. Some high risk investments may use leverage, which will accentuate gains & losses. Foreign investing involves special risks, including a greater volatility and political, economic and currency risks and differences in accounting methods.A security's or a firm's past investment performance is not a guarantee or predictor of future investment performance.Thoughtful Money and the Thoughtful Money logo are trademarks of Thoughtful Money LLC.Copyright © 2026 Thoughtful Money LLC. All rights reserved.
Ever finish reading a Bible passage you've read a dozen times and think… Wait. How did I miss that?On this episode of Radical Radiance, I'm joined by my friend Cynthia Yanof, host of the Pardon the Mess podcast and author of her brand-new book, How'd I Miss That?.This conversation is for anyone who loves God's Word but sometimes feels like they're skimming instead of seeing. Cynthia invites us to slow down, stay curious, and pay attention to the moments, passages, and patterns we often overlook—and how God meets us right there.
Send a textWhat if the reason you feel conflicted isn't confusion, but the fact that two truths are trying to exist at the same time?In today's episode, we challenge the black-and-white thinking that keeps people stuck in relationships, emotions, and decisions. We talk about why the brain resists complexity, how the nervous system overwhelm shuts down perspective, and what it actually takes to hold opposing feelings without losing your sense of self.This conversation is honest, practical, and meant to stretch how you think about growth, emotional intelligence, and personal evolution. If your brain feels slightly uncomfortable while listening, congratulations. That's expansion. Press play.Here are the related episodes, each one builds on today's conversation:#465 | How Good Are You REALLY At Making Better Decisions - https://apple.co/44PNCtO #444 | Why Your Deepest Insecurities Hold the Key to Your Greatest Growth - https://apple.co/4qymY0CLearn more about:
In this episode of Meaningful Work Matters, host Andrew Soren finds himself in the hot seat. Dr. Llewellyn E. van Zyl, positive psychology pracademic and a returning guest of the show, steps in as interviewer to explore the story behind our host and what happens to the person underneath when they keep becoming someone new.Andrew has moved across a wide range of roles over his career: theatre producer, marketing professional, executive coach, organizational designer, and now Executive Director of the International Positive Psychology Association.Together, they trace what each transformation cost, what it left behind, and what Andrew has learned about identity, suffering, and meaning that scholarship alone could not have taught him.Key TakeawaysEvery major transition carries grief. The loss of self-efficacy that comes with stepping into a new role is real, worth acknowledging, and a signal worth paying attention to.Tension is information. Learning to distinguish between harmonious and dissonant tension across roles, values, and identities is a navigational skill that develops over time.Meaning and suffering are not opposites. Meaningful work often involves real cost, and the more useful question is how to stay inside that work without being consumed by it.Our core questions such as who am I and how do I bring more of that into what I'm doing, may change over the course of a lifetime, but often find their ways back in new forms.Why This Episode MattersMany conversations about meaningful work in this podcast have focused on how to find it, design it, or measure it. This one goes somewhere less often visited: what it actually costs to keep becoming someone new, and what remains stable underneath all the roles we play. About Our GuestDr. Llewellyn E. van Zyl is a professor of positive psychology at the Optentia Research Unit, North-West University of South Africa, and Chief Solutions Architect at Psynalytics. His work sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, employee wellbeing, and the measurement of human flourishing. He is the Program Chair of the IPPA Virtual Summit on AI and the Future of Wellbeing, taking place March 23–27, 2026.Andrew Soren is the Founder & CEO of Eudaimonic by Design, a global network helping organizations design environments where people thrive, act with purpose, and deliver their best. He is also the Executive Director of the International Positive Psychology Association. For over 25 years, Andrew has helped leading organizations foster values-based leadership, meaningful work, and well-being at scale.
When is scripture like a Kit-Kat? Discover the rich chiastic structure of Colossians 1:24–29 and how Paul uses it to reveal the powerful mystery of “Christ in you, the hope of glory.” In this message, Pastor Wayne explores what meaningful spiritual maturity looks like and why God empowers believers to labor, serve, and proclaim Jesus with joy. You'll learn how the ancient concept of mystērion transforms our identity, our mission, and our daily walk with Christ. Watch this message to discover Scripture's delicious “center” and grow in maturity.
Fresh flowers brighten any room — but they fade fast. You've probably heard all kinds of tricks to keep them alive longer: flower food packets, aspirin, sugar, even pennies in the vase. But there is one surprisingly simple additive that appears to work better than most, and it's probably already in your kitchen. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12981249/ No matter how thrilling something feels at first — a new relationship, a promotion, a new gadget — the excitement fades. It has to. The brain is wired for habituation, meaning we quickly get used to what once thrilled us. But that doesn't mean the spark is gone for good. Tali Sharot, professor of cognitive neuroscience at University College London and MIT, founder of the Affective Brain Lab and co-author of Look Again: The Power of Noticing What Was Always There (https://amzn.to/49F5vLD), explains how you can “resparkle” your life and reclaim appreciation for what you've started to take for granted. We all know someone who is simply magnetic in conversation. They make you feel heard. They make you feel interesting. They ask the right questions and seem to instinctively connect. Charles Duhigg calls these people “super communicators.” He is the bestselling author of Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection (https://amzn.to/3wmhwHv), and he explains that this isn't charisma — it's a skill set anyone can learn, and mastering it can transform your personal and professional relationships. The next time you're stuck on a problem, try changing your body position. Research suggests that something as simple as whether you're lying down or sitting upright can influence how creatively you think and how easily ideas flow. https://phys.org/news/2005-05-creative-lying.html PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS QUINCE: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince! Go to https://Quince.dom/sysk for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! HIMS: For simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, ED, Weight Loss, and more, visit https://Hims.com/SOMETHING for your free online visit! SHOPIFY: Sign up for your $1 per month trail and start selling today at https://Shopify.com/sysk DELL: Dell Tech Days are here. Enjoy huge deals on PCs like the Dell 14 Plus with Intel® Core™ Ultra processors. Visit https://Dell.com/deals PLANET VISIONARIES: We love the Planet Visionaries podcast, so listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you're listening to this podcast! In partnership with The Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How you show up online matters more than ever and it goes far beyond a good photo.In this episode of the Soul Inspiring Business Podcast, Kara sits down with branding photographer Maureen Porto to talk about confidence, personal presence, and the powerful connection between how you see yourself and how others see you.Maureen shares her journey from investment advisor to sought-after personal brand photographer, along with the psychology behind confidence, first impressions, and why professional imagery can actually change how you think, feel, and show up in your business.If you've ever felt hesitant to put yourself out there, struggled with confidence, or wondered how your personal brand impacts your success, this conversation will give you both the mindset and practical tools to step forward with more clarity, confidence, and authenticity.Episode Topics:The transition from corporate career to purpose-driven entrepreneurshipWhy confidence is a skill you can build (not something you're born with)The neuroscience behind first impressions and personal presenceHow professional imagery influences self-perception and business successThe concept of the “confidence loop” and how small actions rewire your brainWhy personal branding is about authenticity, not perfectionWhat to wear (and avoid) for professional photos and online visibilityHow to find the right photographer for your personal brandAligning your gifts and strengths to build a business that feels meaningfulInsights:Confidence isn't a personality trait. It's a muscle that grows through small, intentional actions.Your brain forms trust and capability judgments in one-tenth of a second based on visual cues.How you see yourself directly impacts how you show up and how others respond to you.Acting confident physically can trigger your brain to actually feel confident.Small “micro-wins” outside your comfort zone create lasting confidence through a neurological feedback loop.The goal of personal branding isn't to become someone else. It's to elevate the best version of who you already are.You don't need expensive wardrobe or luxury brands. Fit, simplicity, and authenticity matter most.Meaningful work often lives at the intersection of your gifts, your passions, and the problems you care about solving.Highlights:00:00 Highlighted Keypoints01:00 Introduction and Guest Background04:14 Evolution into Branding Photography11:07 Confidence as a Skill17:04 Embodied Cognition and Photo Impact26:17 Micro-steps to Build Confidence33:17 Practical Branding Photo Guidance39:41 Client Prep and Industry Fit44:04 Finding and Referring Photographers46:50 Resources and Offer to Help50:20 Podcast episode endedResources:Maureen Porto Photography: https://maureenporto.comContact form available on the website for consultations, referrals, or marketing guidancePortfolio examples to help evaluate photography style and branding approachRecommendations and network resources for small business marketing, websites, SEO, and designIf this conversation resonated with you, take one small step outside your comfort zone this week and start showing up as the confident professional you're becoming.Connect with Maureen at https://www.maureenporto.com/ to explore branding photography or get feedback on your online presence.And if you found value in this episode, share it with a fellow business owner, subscribe to the podcast, and keep building a business that reflects your gifts, your purpose, and your authentic voice.Connect with Kara to share your thoughts on the series:Website - http://www.kcdrealestate.com/Email - kara@kdcrealestate.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/karachaffindonofrio/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/karachaffin1?_rdc=1&_rdrYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/KaraChaffinLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karachaffin/Don't forget to visit freegiftfromkara.com for our special giveaway, the Dynamic Life Journal to help you maintain your authentic voice and intuitive wisdom while navigating the balance between technology and human connection in your business and personal life.Special Listener Offer: Unlock Your Soul-Aligned Brand with Jen CudmoreAs a gift to our Soul Inspiring Business community, I've convinced my incredible mentor and business coach, Jen Cudmore, to create an exclusive package just for you—our loyal listeners. This special offer includes a powerful private session to dive into your branding archetypes and a 3-month coaching package at a deeply discounted rate.Ready to clarify your message, magnetize your dream clients, and grow your business from the inside out?Click here to claim your exclusive Soul Inspiring Business listener package
In this episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on the simple rule to do good and why it carries more weight than we often realize. He explores how small, consistent acts of generosity and integrity shape not only our teams and practices, but also our own character. Doing good is not just a moral idea. It builds trust, strengthens culture, and creates momentum in ways that compound over time. Meaningful leadership often starts with quiet, intentional choices made every day.
Dave makes an incredibly unlikely dish for him to make: a casserole. Dave has Oscar and Emmy-winning writer/director Cord Jefferson as his guest and makes chicken divan to try to bring him back to his childhood. The duo talk their recent trip to Las Vegas together, Cord's unusual route to where he is today, and their philosophies on failure and success. They talk about maintaining a worldly curiosity, trying new things, and how learning what you don't like can be just as important as learning what you do, then finish with a MOIF about Vegas. Follow Cord Jefferson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cordjefferson/ Watch American Fiction: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt23561236/ Watch Mind of a Chef: https://www.pbs.org/show/mind-chef/ Watch Ugly Delicious: https://www.netflix.com/title/80170368 Watch Gattaca: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119177/ Learn more about the book Animal Liberation by Peter Singer: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/animal-liberation-now-peter-singer Learn more about Buffalo Exchange: https://buffaloexchange.com/ Watch Survivor's Remorse: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3231022/ Watch Master of None: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4635276/ Watch The Good Place: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4955642/ Watch Succession: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7660850/ Watch Watchmen: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7049682/ Watch Station Eleven: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10574236/ Watch Cord's Oscar speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UEZz2dSXS0c Watch Leaving Las Vegas: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0113627/ Watch Ocean's Eleven: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0240772/ Learn more about Range by David Epstein: https://davidepstein.com/range/ Host: Dave Chang Guest: Cord Jefferson Majordomo Media Producer: David Meyer Spotify Producer: Felipe Guilhermino Additional Crew: Jake Loskutoff, Dionte Mercado, Nikola Stanjevich, Samya McCoy, Michael Delgado Sound Engineer: Kevin Cureghian Editor: Jake Loskutoff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Behind every legacy is a faithful life lived behind the scenes. ️ Loved sitting down with David Smallbone on the Known Legacy Podcast, to talk about Unsung Hero — the power of perseverance, family, faith, and trusting God when the dream feels impossible. His story is a reminder that the quiet sacrifices no one sees often shape the greatest impact. You may also be familiar of his family, including his children of Grammy, award-winning artist, Rebecca St. James and Joel and Luke Smallbone from the band for King & Country. Don't miss this powerful conversation. Check out more about For King and Country Here: https://www.forkingandcountry.com/ As well as Their sister Rebecca St James : https://www.rebeccastjames.com/ Special Discount for February - $75 off registration. Use Discount Code “LEGACY” https://knownlegacy.org/mens-retreat Wake Up, Gear Up, and Come Alive! Known Legacy Mens Retreat Arrowhead camp Cleburne TX April 10-12th 2026 Take a break from the noise and step into a weekend designed just for you—a time to rest, recharge, and rediscover who God created you to be. Whether you're running on empty or just need to hit pause, this retreat is your invitation to refocus on your purpose and build deeper connections with other men on the journey. What's Included: * Intentional time to slow down and breathe * Dynamic worship & powerful teaching sessions * Epic cornhole tournament * Basketball, disc golf, gaga ball, 9 square, horseshoes & lawn games * Archery & archery tag * Indoor activity center: foosball, ping-pong, carpet ball, board games & movie nights * Meaningful conversations & memories that last Cost: * $300 per person (double room occupancy) * $400 per person (single room occupancy) Special Discount for February - $75 off registration. Use Discount Code “LEGACY” ⚠️ Spots are limited — don't wait to sign up! Scholarships available! Email: bill@knownlegacy.org for more info. https://knownlegacy.org/mens-retreat Chapters (00:00:00) - Known Legacy(00:02:12) - Question of the Day(00:02:37) - What Would You Say Is The Best Sports Movie Of All Time?(00:06:04) - Honorary mention(00:06:45) - Famous Country Singer David Smallbone on(00:08:32) - So please share some of your story with us(00:10:08) - Desert Season(00:12:43) - How to spoil your kids(00:17:23) - David on Marriage and Accountability(00:20:55) - The Evening Prayer For Married People(00:25:38) - Bill Gibbon on Finishing Well(00:31:14) - David on the Fast Five(00:35:06) - Fast Five: Kyle(00:35:31) - Support Compassion Ministry(00:36:43) - Tom Jones on Unconditional Love(00:39:23) - David and the Blokes(00:40:49) - Fruit for Fasters(00:41:26) - David on Life At 40
This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Generation Faraday.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Today's schools are navigating a complex learning environment shaped by constant connectivity, rising student stress, and increasing demands on educators. Creating conditions where students can focus deeply, engage authentically, and build meaningful human connections has become both more challenging—and more essential—than ever.This edWeb podcast explores how school leaders can intentionally design learning environments that support student focus, well-being, and connection while addressing the realities of modern technology use. Drawing on research, district leadership experience, and practical implementation examples, the panelists examine how distractions, digital habits, and schoolwide systems influence learning, classroom culture, and student mental health.Listeners explore key insights related to attention, anxiety, engagement, and emotional well-being, and consider how continuous access to smartphones and digital content shapes students' school experiences. This session emphasizes that supporting student wellness requires thoughtful, context-specific strategies and examine how schools incorporate structured phone management as one element of a comprehensive effort to reduce distractions and promote healthier learning environments. District leadership perspectives share how intentional policies, shared expectations, and consistent phone-management practices can strengthen instructional focus, improve school climate, and support student well-being.Listeners leave with a clearer framework for evaluating approaches that strengthen focus, support student well-being, and foster meaningful human connection—along with practical ideas adaptable to their own school communities. This edWeb podcast is of interest to middle and high school teachers, school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.Generation FaradayGeneration Faraday creates distraction-free environments in schools, homes, and beyond.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.
Speaking at the State of the Union, President Donald Trump demanded a full restoration of funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, has carried out raids in major cities across the nation resulting in mass arrests, violence and the deaths of two people in Minneapolis, Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Today, we break down what was said at the State of the Union. Later, experts join us to talk about immigration reform and ICE presence in Connecticut. GUESTS: Lisa Hagen: Federal Policy Reporter, CT Public and the Connecticut Mirror Maureen Abell: Staff Attorney at New Haven Legal Assistance Association and Visiting Clinical Professor at Yale Law School with the Immigrant Rights Clinic Sarah Pierce: Director of Social Policy at Third Way, a national think tank and advocacy organization Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alua Arthur (Death Doula) joins host Ron Steslow to discuss the importance of embracing mortality, talking about death, and her new book, Briefly Perfectly Human: Making an Authentic Life and Getting Real About the End. Segments to look forward to: (02:31) What is a death doula? (05:39) Alua's journey and embracing mortality (07:28) The impact of avoiding conversations about death (10:33) Practical ways to approach contemplating death (26:00) Having conversations about death with your loved ones (28:10) Supporting loved ones facing end-of-life challenges (30:30) Reframing our language about death and disease (32:19) The desire for “more time” at the end of life (38:10) The importance of quality of life in end of life care (40:00) Assisted Suiceide and personal autonomy (43:40) Meaningful rituals for death (47:14) Mourning people with troubled legacies (51:10) Being briefly, perfectly human Read Briefly Perfectly Human: https://bit.ly/4a5UYJb Check out Going With Grace: https://goingwithgrace.com/ Follow Ron on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/RonSteslow Email your questions to podcast@politicology.com or leave us a voicemail at (202) 455-4558 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#791 What if the key to finding your perfect business idea isn't in the market — but within yourself? In this first installment of a two-part conversation, host Brien Gearin sits down with Jason VanDevere, founder of Goal Crazy and author of Dream Driven, to explore how entrepreneurs can discover the right business idea and build a path toward meaningful success. Jason shares his personal journey of walking away from a fourth-generation family car dealership to pursue a passion-driven business, ultimately building coaching programs, launching products, and investing in real estate along the way. Together, Brien and Jason dive into the difference between chasing “easy money” versus building a dream-driven business, why desire and clarity matter more than perfection, and practical frameworks — including Jason's “Three L's” — to help aspiring entrepreneurs identify ideas that truly align with their purpose. This episode lays the foundation for turning inspiration into action, setting the stage for Part 2! What we discuss with Jason: + Leaving family business + Planner business origin story + Rental properties freedom + Easy money vs dream driven + Dreaming daily habit + Meaningful goals vs survival mode + Three L framework + Longing, lifting, light criteria + Mentorship importance + Networking for clarity Thank you, Jason! Check out Part 2 of this episode. Check out Goal Crazy at GoalCrazy.com. Get the free Idea To Profit Blueprint. Buy Dream Driven. Watch the video podcast of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
F-Stop Collaborate and Listen - A Landscape Photography Podcast
In this episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," host Matt Payne sits down with Patrick Krohn, winner of the Natural Landscape Photography Awards' "In Your Backyard" special award. Patrick Krohn shares his journey from photojournalism and sales into a deeply rooted local photography practice centered around his hometown of Aiken, South Carolina. The conversation dives into the value of photographing locally—both for developing creative consistency and for lowering the stakes so you can experiment, learn from mistakes, and hone your skills daily. Patrick Krohn discusses the parallels between sales tenacity and artistic growth, emphasizes the importance of community connections, and makes a compelling case for finding your own audience rather than chasing external trends. Sprinkled with practical advice and thoughtful anecdotes, this episode is packed with actionable insights for photographers looking to find meaning and improvement without traveling far from home or bending to outside pressures. Links and Resources: Patrick Krohn (One Eyed Dog Studios) Support the Show on Patreon Natural Landscape Photography Awards (NLPA) Out of Chicago Workshops Chicago Botanic Garden Center for Photographic Art, Carmel, CA Anne Belmont Carol Guzy Beth Young Stephanie Johnson Seth Godin – Purple Cow John Sexton Freeman Patterson Matt Payne's Infrared Photography Article Slow Photography Movement – Episode 210
Education On Fire - Sharing creative and inspiring learning in our schools
"More Than a School: Values, Measurement, and What Education Is Really For"In this episode of the Ger Graus Gets Gritty series, Mark Taylor sits down once again with Professor Dr. Ger Graus OBE to explore one of his most passionate themes — the idea that schools are, and must intentionally become, more than a school. Drawing on his own transformative work leading Education Action Zones in Wythenshawe, South Manchester, Ger makes a compelling case for community-rooted education that puts the whole child first, measures what truly matters, and trusts teachers as the professionals they are.Inspired by FC Barcelona's famous motto Més que un Club ("More than a Club"), Ger argues that schools — particularly primary schools embedded in their communities — have always carried responsibilities far beyond academic instruction. But rather than waiting for government to dictate how those responsibilities are fulfilled, he urges schools to seize the agenda, define their own values, and prove their impact on their own terms.From breakfast clubs to brokering local solutions within a network of 29 schools, from the dangers of league table dishonesty to the transformative power of professional trust. It's a rallying call to educators, parents, and policymakers alike."Schools invariably already are more than a school. But I think we need to become better at it and perhaps we need to become more deliberate at it.""If we want to do the 'more than a school' bit properly, I think we need to begin with the values of why are we doing this — and what is the impact, and how is that good for our children, our families, our communities?"Key Takeaways1. Schools must be deliberately "more than a school." The challenge is to make that broader role intentional, values-driven, and properly resourced, rather than reactive and underfunded. Schools should stop waiting for government permission and start leading the agenda themselves.2. Start with the whole child, not the average child. A child who is hungry, cold, or emotionally unsettled cannot learn. Ger champions breakfast clubs, pastoral support, and out-of-school activities not as "nice extras" but as the essential foundation for learning. The 10 A's identified in Cambridge University research on Children's University — including attendance, attainment, attitudes, adventure, agency, and advocacy — offer a far richer picture of school impact than narrow inspection frameworks.3. Measure progress, not just performance. League tables and one-size-fits-all inspection frameworks distort reality and incentivise dishonesty. Ger advocates for progress measures that reflect a school's specific community context — comparing a school against its own journey rather than against wealthier, more selective institutions. Meaningful accountability means schools defining and measuring their own impact transparently.4. Professional trust is the missing ingredient. The Wythenshawe Education Action Zone showed what's possible when teachers and headteachers are genuinely trusted: 29 schools that had never met collectively began collaborating, sharing expertise, and solving problems from within. No external consultants, no top-down directives — just professionals empowered to know their children, their families, and their communities.5. Respect and trust for teachers must be made visible — by everyone. Ger's closing call to action is personal and practical. To parents: engage with teachers as the professionals they are, rather than rushing to challenge or undermine them. To government: back up the rhetoric of "trusting teachers" with real autonomy. And to everyone: make trust visible in small, tangible acts — like a handwritten thank-you note after a difficult week. As Ger puts it, "We need to...
Send a textIn today's episode of Evolve Ventures Tech, we talk about the quiet cost of waiting. So many people believe clarity will arrive first and action will follow, but real life rarely works that way. We share what we see behind the scenes with clients who feel stuck, why hesitation can feel so convincing, and what finally shifts momentum when nothing else seems to help.If you feel stuck, scared, or unsure about your next step, this episode may challenge you more than you expect. Waiting is not neutral. It drains time, energy, and opportunity. Action creates evidence. Evidence creates confidence.Here is a related episode that builds on today's conversation:#453 | What it REALLY Feels Like with High Quality Therapy - https://apple.co/4anaO6dLearn more about:
Social encounters can be intimidating for new Dungeon Masters — especially when you're not sure when to roll dice or how to make conversations meaningful. In this episode of The Bearded Nerd Podcast, Brian explains what a social encounter actually is, why NPC conversations sometimes fall flat, and how to make player interactions engaging and impactful. You'll learn: What defines a social encounter in D&D How to give NPCs clear motivations When to use persuasion checks How to add stakes and consequences Beginner-friendly tools for running conversations Perfect for new Dungeon Masters building confidence behind the screen. If you enjoyed this episode of the podcast, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and make sure to follow us here for more Dungeons & Dragons content. Keep Gaming!
Whether it was during her nearly two decades as a middle school humanities teacher or as diversity coordinator or grade-level team leader, my guest today kept returning to the same question: why does school so often feel like the opposite of learning?Lauren Porosoff's answer isn't a new program or a new curriculum, instead she offers a holistic way of thinking about how systems are connected to outcomes. And Lauren joins me today to talk about compensatory programs: the wellness kits, the diversity posters, the one-off professional development workshops that schools layer one on top of the other to signal that they value belonging, creativity, or student wellbeing, without ever changing the underlying framework for how students and teachers actually spend their time. In this episode, we talk about why schools reach for these fixes, why they backfire, and why they may be especially vulnerable to attack precisely because they're so superficial.Lauren's website is theteachernerd.com, and her book (one of many!), Teach for Authentic Engagement, is available from ASCD.Jailbreak Your PD The Trouble with Compensatory ProgramsThe Grammar of Inclusive Instructional DesignTeach for Authentic Engagement
Plugged In's Adam Holz provides a review for "I Can Only Imagine 2" and outlines some winter sports movies to look into. Apologist Rob Phillips, author of "What Every Christian Should Know About Salvation," shares why being saved can be described as past, present, and future all at once. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Trade deficits are back in the headlines. How have tariffs changed the way America consumes? Berkshire Hathaway reported its most recent investment moves. What dead industry did the company just invest in? Finally, Federal Reserve policymakers were in near-unanimous agreement to hold rates at their last meeting. Why were their meeting minutes more meaningful?
John is joined by Christopher P. Bogart, CEO and Co-Founder of Burford Capital. They discuss the evolving landscape of capital investment in law firms, focusing on the emergence of non-lawyer equity participation and managed service organization structures as potential solutions to long-standing financing constraints within the legal industry. Traditionally, U.S. law firms have been prohibited from allowing non-lawyer ownership, a rule rooted in the belief that outside investors could compromise lawyers' undivided duty of loyalty to clients. Because of this restriction, firms have largely been limited to partner capital and debt financing, preventing them from accessing equity markets or monetizing the enterprise value they build over time. This limitation affects not only firm expansion and technology investment, but also partner retirement, succession planning, and talent retention.Other common law jurisdictions, particularly the United Kingdom and Australia, have relaxed these restrictions, permitting outside investment and even public listings. Still, large elite firms have been slow to adopt such models, due in part to risk aversion and concerns about partner compensation. In the United States, regulatory change has been fragmented because lawyer governance operates state by state. Arizona and Utah have experimented with loosening ownership rules, but geographic limits and regulatory pushback have constrained broader adoption of looser ownership rules.Recently, attention has shifted to alternative structures, particularly managed service organizations. These arrangements divide a law firm into two entities: one engaged in practicing law and a separate services company handling operational functions that can be outsourced such as litigation support, staffing, technology, and trial logistics. While non-lawyer investors could not own the legal practice, they could invest in the services entity, creating a vehicle for external capital, equity incentives, and infrastructure funding. However, implementing such structures within established firms would be complex from operational, management, and tax perspectives.Despite the slow pace, external capital is widely viewed as inevitable given the legal industry's scale, profitability, and growing technological demands. Meaningful acceleration across the market will likely require several major firms to demonstrate workable models that others can follow.Podcast Link: Law-disrupted.fmHost: John B. Quinn Producer: Alexis HydeMusic and Editing by: Alexander Rossi
Most consultants don't fail dramatically. They burn out slowly, lose faith in what they've built, and one day find themselves dusting off their resume to go back to corporate.In this episode, Melisa introduces the concept of self-retention: treating yourself with the same intentionality a great company would extend to its top performer. In your business, you're also the manager, the CHRO, and the one responsible for making sure that top talent doesn't walk out the door. High performers, like you, stay when the conditions are worth staying for. You get to build those conditions.You'll learn the five retention drivers that keep high performers loyal in corporate environments and exactly how to translate each one into your consulting business so you can build something you actually want to stay in.Stay for the exercise at the end.The episode closes with a practical three-pass exercise to help you build your own self-retention plan by stepping into three distinct roles (owner, CRO, and delivery consultant) so you can see your business clearly from every angle.What you will learn in this episode:[05:00] What “self-retention” means and why consultants often leave because conditions become unsustainable[10:00] Retention Strategy 1. Compensation and security, and how to stop treating revenue like a mystery[15:00] Retention Strategy 2. A growth path and plan so you are not “failing” at skills you never trained for[20:00] Retention Strategy 3. Meaningful work, including the client red flags that create a retention risk[25:00] Retention Strategy 4. Recognition, and why your client is the wrong person to rely on for it[30:00] Retention Strategy 5. Sustainable expectations, so your business stops requiring you to be “on” all the time[35:00] How to build your self-retention plan with a 3-pass exercise you can repeat over timeTune into Episode 258 to learn how to build a consulting business that aligns with your goals, leverages your expertise, and sets you up for long-term success.Mentioned ResourcesCompanion Resource: Read Melisa's Book Grow Your Consulting Business: The 14-Step Roadmap to Make Your Independent Consulting Goals a Reality, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CSXJBGVB Full Show Notes: https://shownotes.melisaliberman.com/episode-258Melisa's Books, Planners & Journals: https://linktr.ee/melisalibermanMentioned in this Episode:Episode 176 - Set a Compound Goal for Sustainable Consulting Business Growth, https://shownotes.melisaliberman.com/episode-176/#more-2463 ️Episode 088 – The Burnout Formula for Independent Consultants, https://shownotes.melisaliberman.com/episode-88/#more-1326 Want help achieving your consulting business goals? Melisa can help. Click here for more on coaching tailored to you as an independent consulting business owner.
Parenting is difficult no matter the age, but guys like Jim Burns are helping us to make it easier. This week the guys have Jim Burns, founder of HomeWord ministry on the podcast sharing about his book “Doing life with your adult children”. The interview doesnt stop there with helpful insight on how we should journey with our aging parents as well as walking through tumultuous relationships with those who have hurt in a Christ like manner. If you have adult children or are navigating through your own relational struggles, you dont want to miss this episode. Check out HomeWord Ministries here: https://homeword.com/ Special Discount for February - $75 off registration. Use Discount Code “LEGACY” Wake Up, Gear Up, and Come Alive! Known Legacy Mens Retreat Arrowhead camp Cleburne TX April 10-12th 2026 Take a break from the noise and step into a weekend designed just for you—a time to rest, recharge, and rediscover who God created you to be. Whether you're running on empty or just need to hit pause, this retreat is your invitation to refocus on your purpose and build deeper connections with other men on the journey. What's Included: * Intentional time to slow down and breathe * Dynamic worship & powerful teaching sessions * Epic cornhole tournament * Basketball, disc golf, gaga ball, 9 square, horseshoes & lawn games * Archery & archery tag * Indoor activity center: foosball, ping-pong, carpet ball, board games & movie nights * Meaningful conversations & memories that last Cost: * $300 per person (double room occupancy) * $400 per person (single room occupancy) Special Discount for February - $75 off registration. Use Discount Code “LEGACY” ⚠️ Spots are limited — don't wait to sign up! Scholarships available! Email: bill@knownlegacy.org for more info. https://knownlegacy.org/mens-retreat Chapters (00:00:01) - Bill and Travis(00:01:35) - Question of the Day(00:01:50) - Who Would Be The Artist You Would Listen To Over And Over?(00:04:26) - What Album Would Your Significant Other Listen To?(00:08:15) - What Would Your Wife Do If She Were In the Movie?(00:09:43) - Wonders of the World: A Christian Reading(00:10:25) - Jim Langley on Starting Homeward and Moving Into(00:14:07) - Talking About Raising Adult Children(00:17:07) - How to Talk to an Adult Child About Their Values(00:20:48) - How To Aspire as a Parent of Adult Children(00:26:10) - Protecting My Family(00:29:38) - Rejuvenating the Broken Relationships With Men(00:33:38) - Confess Your Sins To One Another(00:38:07) - Trump Writes a Letter to the President(00:38:48) - How to Do Life With An Adult Child(00:41:14) - "Fast Five"(00:41:43) - Bill Gates on Giving to Families(00:42:48) - Jim Burns on Dancing With Goofy at Disneyland(00:45:06) - Favorite Fruit For Chocolate(00:45:41) - No Legacy Podcast
Send a textWhat if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your ability, but what you believe about it?In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the hidden mechanics of self-belief and why confidence isn't something you're born with. It's something you build. Beneath the surface, there are patterns shaping how you show up, what you attempt, and what you avoid, often without you realizing it. When those patterns shift, everything else starts to move too.If you've ever felt capable but inconsistent, driven but doubtful, or stuck despite effort, this episode hits at the root. Not with hype. With clarity. Make one decision today that the old version of you would hesitate to make, and watch what changes.Digital Assets:The Self-Belief Self-Worth CycleNew General Self-Efficacy ScaleHere is a related episode that builds on today's conversation:#479 | Everything You Need for REAL Self-Belief - https://apple.co/3MfWPFOLearn more about:
Kyndall Thomas, Building a Meaningful Understanding of Properties Through Fact Fluency Tasks ROUNDING UP: SEASON 4 | EPISODE 12 Building fluency with multiplication and division is essential for students in the upper elementary grades. This work also presents opportunities to build students' understanding of the algebraic properties that become increasingly important in secondary mathematics. In this episode, we're talking with Kyndall Thomas about practical ways educators can support fluency development and build students' understanding of algebraic properties. BIOGRAPHY Kyndall Thomas serves as a math interventionist and resource teacher with the Oregon Trail School District, focusing on data-driven support and empowering teachers to spark a love of numbers in their students. TRANSCRIPT Mike Wallus: Hi, Kyndall. Welcome to the podcast. I'm really excited to be talking with you today. Kyndall Thomas: Hi, Mike. Thanks for having me. I'm excited to dive into some math talk with you also. Mike: Kyndall, tell us a little bit about your background. What brought you to this work? Kyndall: Yeah. I started in the classroom. I was in upper elementary. I served fifth grade students, and I taught specifically math and science. And then I moved into a more interventionist role where I was a specialist that worked with teachers and also worked with small groups, intervention students. And through that I was able for the first time to really develop an understanding of that mathematical progression that happens at each grade level and the formative things that are introduced at the lower elementary [grades] and then kind of fade out, but still need to be brought back at the upper elementary. Mike: So I've heard other folks talk about the ways students can learn about the algebraic properties as they're building fluency, but I feel like you've taken this a step further. You have some ideas around how we can use visual models to make those properties visible. And I wonder if you could talk a little bit about what you mean by making properties visible and maybe why you think this is an opportunity that's too good to pass up? Kyndall: My thought is bringing visual models back into the classroom with our higher upper elementary students so that they can use those models to build a natural immersion of some of the algebraic properties so that they can emerge rather than just be rules that we are teaching. By supporting students' learning through building models with manipulatives, we're able to build a bridge in a student's mind between their experience with those models and then their mental capacity to visualize those models. This is where the opportunity to bring properties to life is too good to pass up. Mike: OK, so let's get specific. Where would you start? Which of the properties do you see as an opportunity to help students understand as they're building an understanding of fluency? Kyndall: So, when I begin laying the foundation for understanding of the operations and multiplication and division, I intentionally layer in two other major algebraic properties for discovery: the commutative property and the distributive property. We're not setting our students up for success when we simply introduce these properties as abstract rules to memorize. Strong visual models allow students to discover the why behind the rules. They're able to see these properties in action before I even spend any time naming them. For example, they get to witness or discover how factors can switch order without changing the product, how grouping affects computation, and how numbers can be broken apart and recombined for efficient counting and solving strategies. By teaching basic facts in this structured and intentional way through the behavior of numbers and the authentic discovery of properties, we're not only building fluency, but we're also developing deep conceptual understanding. Students begin to recognize patterns, understand rules, make connections, and rely on reasoning instead of rote memorization. That approach supports long-term mathematical flexibility, which is exactly what we want our students to be able to do. Mike: I want to ask you about two particular tools: the number rack and the 10-frame. Tell me a little bit about what's powerful about the way the [10-frame] is set up that helps students make sense of multiplication. What is it about the way it's designed that you love? Kyndall: The [10-frame] is so powerful because it's set up in our base ten system already. It introduces the tens in a way that is two rows of 5, which is going to lead into properties being identified. So, let me break that up into each individual thing that I love about it. First, the [10-frame] being broken up into the two rows of 5. That's going to allow students to be able to see that distributive property happening, where we're counting our 5s first and then adding some more into each group. So, when we're seeing a factor like 8 times 2, we're seeing that as two groups of 5 and two groups of 3. Mike: I think what you're making me remember is how it's difficult to help kids visualize that, right? It's a challenge. You can say "'4 times 4' is the same as '4 times 2 plus 4 times 2,'" but that's still an abstraction of what's happening, right? The visual really brings it to life in a way that—even if you're representing that with an equation and doing a true-false equation where it's 4 times 4 is the same as 4 times 2 plus 4 times 2—that's still at a level of abstraction that's not necessarily accessible for children. Kyndall: And as we're talking through this, if I see students and they're working on four groups of 3 and they're seeing those 3s as a double fact plus one more group, I'm on the board writing out the equation, and I'm using the parentheses as that introduction to what this looks like abstractly. They're building it, and they're building those visuals both with their hands and with their minds, and then I'm bringing it to life in the equation on the board. Mike: So, I think what I see in my mind as I hear you describe that is, you have kids with a set of materials. You're doing, for lack of a better word, a translation into a more abstract version of that, and you're helping kids connect the physical materials that they have in front of them to that abstraction and really kind of drawing the connection between the two. Am I getting that right? Kyndall: Yeah. As the students are doing the physical work of math, I'm translating it into its own language up on the board. Absolutely. Mike: I think what's clear to me from this conversation is the way that the tools can illuminate the property, and I think this also helps me think about what my role is as a teacher in terms of building a bridge to an abstraction. Do you actually feel like there's a point where you do introduce the formal language of it? And if you do, how do you decide when? Kyndall: So, the vocabulary kind of comes after the concept has been discovered. But I don't like to introduce the vocabulary first as a rote memorization tool because that has no meaning to it. Mike: I think if I were to summarize this, you're giving them a physical experience with the properties. You're translating that into an abstraction. And then once they've got an experience that they can hang those ideas on top of, then you might decide to introduce the formal language to them at some point. Kyndall: Yeah, absolutely. Mike: So, just as a refresher, for folks who might teach upper elementary and don't have a lot of lived experiences with the number rack—be it the ten or twenty or the hundred—can you describe a little bit about the structure, and maybe what about the structure in particular is important? Kyndall: The structure of a number rack has rows, and each row has 10 beads in it. And typically those beads are divided into two sets of 5: five red beads and five white beads. Then we typically move into a number rack that has two rows so that we're working within 20. Now, my thought is to take that [to] our third, fourth, and fifth grade, our upper elementary students, and use the hundreds rekenrek [i.e., number rack], where now we have 10 rows and we have 10 beads in each row—still split up into five red [beads] and five white—so that we can use that to teach things. If we're looking at the zero property, students are starting to notice that the rows represent the groups—the rows with the beads on it, that's one group. And so, if we're building zero groups of 3, we don't have a group that we can access to put three beads in. If we're looking at it with the commutative property, students are able to say, "One group of 3. We have one row and we're putting three beads in it." But what happens when we switch those factors? Now we're utilizing three of our rows, but we're only sliding over one bead. The number rack is also so important when we get to the distributive property because of the way that they have separated those colors. So when we're looking at a factor like 7 times 6—seven groups of 6—then we're gonna be accessing seven rows with six beads in each. That is already set up in the structure of the tool to have five red beads and one white bead showing seven groups of 5 and seven groups of 1 put together. Mike: That is super powerful. One of the things that really jumped out that I want to mark is: If I treat the rows like the groups and then I treat the beads like the number of things in each group, I can model one group with three inside of it, or I can model three groups with one inside of it, and I can really make the difference between those things clear, but also [I can make] the way that the product is still the same clear, right? So, I've got an actual physical model that helps kids understand what was often a rule that was just like 1 times 3 is the same as 3 times 1, because it is. But you're actually saying this is a tool that helps us make meaning of that. The other thing that jumps out from what you said is: If I'm doing 6 times 5 or 6 times 7 and I push over six [beads], and six looks like five red, one white, I'm automatically set up to make sense of the distributive property because the visual helps me see it. Am I getting that right? Kyndall: Yes, except let me correct you on that last one. You said "6 times 5," and you said, "If I slide over six," Now, six is our group number. We have to be deliberate; that's six groups of 5. So, we're grabbing our groups first, but absolutely, yes. That is the key structure there. [laughs] That's the idea. Mike: This is why this would've been very helpful for a young Mike Wallus. Kyndall: [laughs] Mike: Well, before we go, are there any resources that you'd recommend to a listener that have either informed your thinking or that might help someone take what you've been talking about and put these ideas into action? Kyndall: Yeah. I've been putting this practice into play here at my own district and tracking its progress for a while now. After seeing the success in my own halls here in Sandy, [Oregon,] I've started to reach out and work with other educators on purposeful tool use and mathematical progression. If it resonates with you, whether you're in the classroom or in a leadership role, I would genuinely love to connect and learn alongside you. You're always welcome to reach out to me directly at KyndallThomas56@yahoo.com. I anticipate more conversations in collaboration, and I'd love to bring them to life through trainings moving forward. I believe that when teachers are confident in their own understanding, they build that same confidence in students. Mike: I think that's a great place to stop. Kyndall, thank you so much. It has really been a pleasure talking with you and learning from you. Kyndall: Thank you so much for having me. It's been fun. Mike: This podcast is brought to you by The Math Learning Center and the Maier Math Foundation, dedicated to inspiring and enabling all individuals to discover and develop their mathematical confidence and ability. © 2026 The Math Learning Center | www.mathlearningcenter.org
In this eye opening class we break down the fundamentals of the truth of Happiness. using the wonderful book "What the Angels taught You" we explore traversing levels of Happiness beginning from the elusive happiness that society deems we need going up the ladder of faith to belief and knowledge. We unravel the mystery of simcha and how we can attain it in the simplest of ways. We are having our annual Chazak LA City devision fundraiser, which helps to keep this podcast and many more classes watched by thousands around the globe to continue. If you have enjoyed and learned form these classes please consider donating. Here is the link- https://wearechazak.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=4e2017c00eed99bd0ded4fdfb&id=fe536574b4&e=7f3259002c
Relationships of all kinds are essential to our walk with Christ, and the basis of those relationships should be and are friendships! It’s the most basic form of love and relationship that Jesus calls us into, not just with Him, but with fellow Christ followers too! And in order to have deep friendships, it requires […]
If you've ever thought, “Well, I guess I can't progressive overload because I don't have heavier weights,” this episode is for YOU.We're talking about training volume, progressive overload, and why lifting heavier isn't the only way to make progress. Yes - access to a gym and heavier weights is great! But…it's not required for results. What actually matters? The amount of MEANINGFUL work your muscles are doing over time! Volume isn't just a buzzword you're hearing online these days - it's sets × reps × load. Your body responds to challenge, and it's not just numbers on paper. If you're training at home, you're NOT stuck. Progressive overload isn't just “add weight.” It's more reps, sets, unilateral work, and pauses. The goal isn't heavy - it's HARD for you. Volume + intensity are your two levers, so don't be afraid to use them wisely!Episode recap:Why progressive overload isn't just adding weightWhat training volume really meansWhy effort, strength, and hard reps + recruitment matterHow to increase the challenge when your weights are limitedWhy volume + intensity are your two key leversUnderstanding that scale fluctuations after hard training are NORMALWays that progress shows up beyond the scaleWhy your goal should be hard (not heavy) for youLinks/Resources:Ep. 226 | Pain-Free Performance: How to Build a Powerful and Healthy Body for Life with Dr. John RusinEp. 227 | Your Body Is Not Amazon Prime - Stop Expecting Instant ResultsGrab your FREE Body Recomp Meal Prep and get the UFYF NewsletterListen to the Girls with Opinions PodcastJoin FIT CLUB, my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gymPRIVATE COACHING is my 1:1 program (choose 3 or 6 month option)Connect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcast so we can keep this conversation going-be sure to tag me in your posts and stories!Join my FREE Facebook group, Unf*ck Your FitnessClick HERE for my favorite fitness & life things!Send me a text with episode ideas or just to say hi! Support the show
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In this episode of the Ger Graus Gets Gritty series, Professor Dr. Ger Graus OBE tackles what he calls "the most underestimated aspect of a child's learning and growing up"—the role adults play as models in young people's lives. Through personal stories, including his daughter's early obsession with "Mrs. Poole" her nursery teacher, and insights from his global work with Kidzania, Ger reveals how children unconsciously absorb behaviours, values, and dreams from the adults around them, often in ways we never notice.This conversation goes beyond the surface of role modeling to question the fundamental structures of modern education. Ger and host Mark Taylor examine why schools still operate on an industrial-era framework—early start times that conflict with adolescent sleep patterns, restricted bathroom access, rushed lunch periods causing "collective indigestion"—and explore what education could look like if we redesigned it around how children actually learn and thrive rather than outdated factory models."If we want a world that is respectful and that is kind and considerate and that is inquisitive and curious, then we need to begin to lead by example. That is the most important part of our job description when it comes to our young people."Key Takeaways1. Adults are role models whether they realize it or not. Children absorb everything from the adults around them—teachers, parents, neighbours, and community members. This "copied behavior" is one of the most underestimated aspects of learning, and adults must become conscious of the example they set in values, kindness, curiosity, and respect.2. Lead by example, not just instruction. Children learn more from what we do than what we say. Schools that demonstrate values through everyday behaviour—greeting people warmly, showing kindness, opening doors—create cultures where children naturally adopt these behaviors, regardless of socioeconomic background.3. The industrial model of education is outdated and failing students. Current school structures—rigid schedules, minimal breaks, locked toilets, rushed lunches—are remnants of the Industrial Revolution designed to prepare workers for factories. This model no longer serves students' needs or prepares them for modern life.4. Schools should be community-owned "more than schools" Educational institutions need to transform into community hubs that serve broader purposes, with flexible hours (perhaps 8am-6pm), adequate meal times, and involvement from employers and community members. Schools should measure and value different outcomes beyond traditional academics.5. Careers education has failed generations and continues to fail. Adults consistently report that their careers education was either laughable or non-existent. Despite this universal acknowledgment, little has changed. Meaningful change requires creating experiential learning environments where young people can explore possibilities and develop authentic aspirations.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction to the Series01:18 - The Role We Play in Children's Lives13:20 - The Role of Teachers as Role Models21:39 - The Importance of Values in Education33:06 - The Role of Role Models in Education42:21 - The Impact of Role Models in Education55:40 - The Influence of Role...
Send a textBuild the belief that builds your life. In today's episode, we get surgical about self-belief and why so many capable people hesitate when it matters most. Confidence isn't hype. It's earned self-trust. It's identity under pressure. When that foundation is weak, goals stall, resilience fractures, and growth never quite leaves theory. We examine the fixed narratives and subtle avoidance patterns that quietly cap performance in business, leadership, and mental health.This is about psychological resilience, growth mindset, and building durable self-trust in a world that constantly tests it. The work is uncomfortable. The payoff is real. Choose the version of you that can handle what you're asking for, and move like it today.Digital Asset: The Me Tree - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OpwqsR5XL9SCC4kuRILlxmTk6yNGCzSY/view?usp=drive_link Here are the related episodes, each one builds on today's conversation:#469 | What the Growth Journey Actually Feels Like - https://apple.co/3OtYw2V #463 | Evolve Habits That Will Change Your Life Forever - https://apple.co/4jkESSf Learn more about:
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3458: Steve Kamb reminds us that the books, games, and heroes we once idolized as kids don't have to be forms of escapism, they can be powerful sources of real-world inspiration. By shifting our mindset from fantasy to action, we can use those same stories to build strength, courage, and adventure in our own lives. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/dont-escape-get-inspired/ Quotes to ponder: "We can daydream about becoming Superman, the man of steel, or we can find a way to get stronger." "Every time we make a decision to get lost instead of inspired, we are telling ourselves 'imagination land is better than reality.'" “We use those books and movies as blueprints to start planning our own adventure.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fatty liver disease affects a large portion of adults worldwide and often develops silently, increasing the risk of liver damage, heart disease and shortened life expectancy if metabolic health isn't improved Consistent exercise reduces liver fat even without weight loss, improving blood sugar control, cardiovascular fitness and overall metabolic function Meaningful liver fat reduction begins at about 20 to 25 minutes of moderate activity five days weekly, with the strongest efficiency gains occurring around 150 to 160 minutes per week Combining aerobic exercise with strength training produces greater liver and metabolic improvements than performing either type of exercise alone Eliminating harmful dietary fats, increasing key nutrients that support liver fat removal and maintaining regular physical activity directly address the metabolic overload that drives fatty liver disease
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