Podcasts about more wisdom

A talk by Thanissaro Bhikkhu entitled "More Wisdom for Dummies"

Common Wisdom Laura GabayanWisdom. The Bible defines wisdom in Proverbs 3:13-15 as, “Blessed are those that find wisdom, those that gain understanding. For she is more profitable than silver and yields better returns that fine gold. She is more precious than rubies and nothing you desire can compare with her."I would say that the wisest thing a person can do is to seek MORE WISDOM… or in other words, “The first rule of wisdom is to seek more wisdom.” Amen!Well, that is exactly what our guest today has done….Dr. Laura Gabayan is a world-renowned physician and researcher. Regarded internationally as an expert in the field of research, she has published dozens of papers cited by hundreds of researchers.She was inspired to conduct extensive research on WISDOM. How can someone do that? Simple… she did research by talking to notable “experts” about – you guessed it – WISDOM! Praise God!She then evaluated all of the interviews and started to see some commonalities. She has published her findings in a great book titled, “Common Wisdom: 8 Essential Elements of a Meaningful Life.” In doing this, she has answered two questions:1. What is Wisdom and,2. Can it be scientifically defined using the Scientific Method of research we were taught in school. Amen!To discuss her results and this her great book, “Common Wisdom,” help me welcome to the program, Dr. Laura Gabayan! Dr. Laura, thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to join us today and impart some WISDOM with us. Amen!First question I always ask is this… Other than that brief information I just shared, can you tell us in your own words, “Who is Dr. Laura Gabayan?You decided to interview notable “Experts” on Wisdom. You also started the “Wisdom Research Project” to, basically, keep all of this as a professionally based, scientific research program. I guess the question is, “How did you find these “Wise people” to interview?”You found eight major elements that were common throughout your interviews with 60 experts. Can you give us a quick list and synopsis of the “8 Elements of Wisdom?”1. Resilience 2. Kindness 3. Positivity 4. Spirituality5. Humility 6. Tolerance 7. Creativity 8. CuriosityWhere did you interview them at? Did you travel to them? Was it virtually accomplished?About how many questions did you ask your “wise participants?”How long did it take you to do all of these interviews?You then started compiling their responses and grouping them into categories. How long did it take you to evaluate and categorize the responses?As you were compiling this information, what surprised you the most from their responses?In your book, “Common Wisdom,” you discuss the “interconnectedness” of these elements. What do you mean by that?Following your research, do you believe the purpose of life is to attain wisdom? Can understanding wisdom help us in understanding the “meaning of life?”Do you think that is...

The Marketing and Communications fields have undergone a massive transformation over the last 40 years. Last episode we had Ron Culp, a veteran of the journalism, government, corporate, and agency world on to tell us where the business used to be. Today on “Can You Hear Me?”, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson welcome Ron back to tell us where he thinks it is headed as we glean “More Wisdom from a Marketing and Communications Legend.” Meet Our Guest: Ron CulpPrior to joining DePaul and becoming an independent public relations consultant, Ron Culp held senior public relations positions at four Fortune 500 corporations and two major agencies. Ron's career spans a broad range of communications responsibilities in government and industry sectors including business-to-business, consumer products, pharmaceutical, and retailing. Previously, Ron was a corporate officer and senior vice president, of public relations and government affairs, at Sears. Earlier in his corporate career, he held senior communications positions at Sara Lee Corporation, Pitney Bowes, and Eli Lilly. Ron and his DePaul colleague Matt Ragas are co-authors of business-focused books for PR professionals entitled "Business Essentials for Strategic Communicators" (Palgrave Macmillan, 2014) and "Business Acumen for Strategic Communicators" (Emerald 2021) and they jointly edited "Mastering Business for Strategic Communicators" (Emerald, 2018). In 2018 and 2019, Ron compiled and edited three editions of an eBook entitled, "The New Rules of Crisis Management." Connect with Ron Culp on Linkedin! Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform.Stay connected with us:Follow us on LinkedIn!Follow our co-host Eileen Rochford on Linkedin!Follow our co-host Rob Johnson on Linkedin!

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Preacher: Greg Alles Passage: Ecclesiastes 1:16-2:26 Observation of Vanity #2 - More Wisdom and Knowledge = More Sorrow and Vexation. Sermon Points: The Great Search (1-11) No Gain (12-23) Evil #1: The wise die and are forgotten just like the fool. Evil #2: Who gets all my stuff? The Gift (24-26) Big Idea: The Good Life is not a human achievement to be gained, it is a gift that only comes from God. Goads and Nails: The Good Life is not a Human Accomplishment. The Good Life is a Gift that only Comes from God.  

Love Your Life NOW The WISDOM podcast  Season 3  Episode 84   "You must and you can love your life as it is, even as you seek more." ~ dorothy zennuriye juno

  DHARANA ~ Focus The Mind With The Heart The Sixth Limb of The Yoga Sutras 'ask dorothy' | Q & A The WISDOM podcast  Season 3  Episode 69   ~ “Focus your mind where your heart lives far more of the time.” ~

PRATYAHARA ~ Freedom of the Senses ~  The Fifth Limb of The Yoga Sutras 'ask dorothy' | Q & A The WISDOM podcast  Season 3  Episode 66   ~ Hold awareness in the absence of thought ~

I Read Archeologically (Like Twyla Tharp)   A couple +1s ago, I promised to tell you more about how I read a book.   Here's the very short answer…   I read like it's my job to find Big Ideas that can help me activate my Soul Force so I can help YOU activate YOUR Soul Force.    For one simple reason. It is.    Now…   Let's go to one of my favorite books for a passage that best captures how I read.   In The Creative Habit, Twyla Tharp tells us: “When I'm reading archeologically, I'm not reading for pleasure. I read the way I scratch for an idea, digging down deep so I can get something out of it and use it in my work. I read transactionally: How can I use this? It's not enough for me to read a book. I have to ‘own' it. I scribble in the margins. I circle sentences I like and connect them with arrows to other useful sentences. I draw stars and exclamation points on every good page, to the point where the book is almost unreadable. By writing all over the pages, I transform the author's work into my book—and mine alone.”   Yep. That's exactly how to do it.   Carrying on…   Here are some other things you might find interesting in terms of how I read a book and how I encourage you to consider approaching it.   First, very importantly: I DO NOT speed read.    I read reasonably quickly—40-50 or so pages an hour depending on the font size and complexity of the subject and all that.   But… Again…   I DO NOT “speed read.”   Nor do I try to see how fast I can get through the book per se.   I treat reading a book like it's my job to mine its depths for the Big Ideas that can change YOUR life as I strive to give you More Wisdom in Less Time via the PhilosophersNotes and these +1s because, again, it is.   I also, even more importantly and less obviously, read a book like I'm lucky enough to sit down and have a GREAT conversation with a BRILLIANT thinker who spent years (if not decades!) reflecting on the subject of their book and then spent another big chunk of time distilling that wisdom into a book they could share with us.    Why in the world would I rush through THAT?   Nope.   I sit up straight. Pen in hand as I GET TO WORK searching for the Ideas that could change our lives.   I'll also say that, many years ago, I was interviewing Tony Schwartz about his great book The Power of Full Engagement. He told me that, at the time, he found his brain so full with digital inputs that he had a hard time sitting down and reading more than a page of a book. And, it was at that moment that he knew he needed to significantly reduce his consumption of digital inputs.   Which is a REALLY important point.   If you want to be able to FOCUS your mind on a book (or ANYTHING that is important) for longer than 20 seconds, you need to, in my opinion, start by Conquering Your Digital Addiction and practicing your Digital Minimalism.   A good night of sleep and meditation practice helps as well.     And…   That's a little more on how I read a book and that's Today's +1.   Let's bring Twyla Tharp back so she can send us on our way.   She tells us: “If I stopped reading, I'd stop thinking. It's that simple.”   Yep.    Books. They do a Hero good.   Here's to soaking our minds in the wisdom of great thinkers.   And…   Here's to taking that wisdom and going from Theory to Practice to Mastery Together…    TODAY.   + + + 

This episode is part 3 on Stoic Philosophy. One good friend, one good book, one kind act, one good boss, one good neighbour, one good podcast episode or one good thought may change your life. All it takes is just one simple act of kindness or one person. I sincerely hope I am able to help all of you with whatever little wisdom I have gained from my Guru and various books. Please listen to my previous episodes for More Wisdom.

More Wisdom and Insight from an American Treasure, Bill Federer Subscribe to the Liberty Station Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/godspeak-calvary-chapel/id537721753 If you'd like to help produce more content like this, support Liberty Station: https://pushpay.com/g/godspeakSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interested in accessing movement fluidity, optimal performance, and nervous system synergy in your own training or your athletes' training?  Both high achievers AND coaches can learn a lot from Andy O'Brien, a strength and health performance coach of over 25 years who has worked with numerous Olympic Gold Medalists, World Champions, and Major Sport MVPs. Andy and Ben delve in to everything from physical programming and systems, to the importance of both curiosity and accountability.  Don't miss out on this important conversation that touches on ALL aspects of sports and training -- physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. Tune in to master: Basic premises that can be applied to ANY athlete's programming. What athlete compensation is + the negative and positive sides of it. When to practice consistent humility. How to define KPIs for individual athletes (including yourself). Why parasympathetic and sympathetic synergism are imperative for high performers. Learn more about Andy: https://www.quartexxmanagement.com/andy-o-brien ====== Today's sponsor is Optimize.me—It's one of my absolute favorite services in the world—and it's now FREE!    Get instant access to over: 650+PhilosophersNotes (6-pg PDFs & 20-min MP3s breaking down the big ideas from the best books), 1,000+ Optimize +1s (3-4-5 minute practical micro-lessons), and 50+ Optimal Living 101s (hour-long classes on everything from peak performance, mental toughness, and leadership to positive psychology, parenting and more)—all to help you get More Wisdom, In Less Time.    Create your free wisdom membership and join me in Optimizing, today >> optimize.me/muscle!   Our community is also being offered an AMAZING deal on Optimize Coach—a 300-day, scientifically-proven training program for helping you become the best version of yourself.  I've done it myself, and it's one of the most life-changing commitments I've made to date.   It's normally $1,000, but you can now join for ONLY $300, AND you'll get to bring a friend for free.  Click to join!   —Ben   ======   I'm offering a webinar THIS Monday, December 6th, on my 90 Day Rapid Transformation Framework.  It's at 7 PM EST.  Interested?  Here's what you need to know:   1. It works for anyone. Literally anyone. 2. It is the most comprehensive step-by-step framework I've ever created, plus I've removed the guesswork so you always know exactly what to do. 3. It's a culmination of all my work with thousands of top executives, pro athletes and entrepreneurs over the last 2 decades. 4. It doesn't require any more time than you are currently spending on your health at the moment. I can just help you make better use of that time.   Seats are LIMITED -- find me on Instagram @bpakfitness and see my latest post to get registered!   ====== www.muscleintelligence.com  - The world's leading resource on intelligent muscle building. We have taught and certified hundreds of coaches all over the world in our methods that emphasize a holistic approach to physical and mental optimization through a harmonious blend of modern science and ancient wisdom...check out www.muscleintelligence.com JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITY and become part of the Muscle Intelligence Movement as we support a shift in the HEALTH & CONSCIOUSNESS of humanity. The Muscle Intelligence Community empowers men and women with the knowledge, skillset and inspiration to thrive by applying the 6 Pillars of a Lean, Healthy and Muscular Body. Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/muscleintelligence If you are looking for bodybuilding guidance, videos, workouts, the proper training split to build muscle, see how IFBB PRO Ben Pakulski builds big muscle through the best online program here https://www.muscleintelligence.com - For Students Of IFBB Pro Ben Pakulski. Where the Smartest People Come To Build Muscle FAST - www.muscleintelligence.com/bodypart Don't miss any of Ben Pakulski's workout or training tips by subscribing to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/BenPakIFBB And "LIKING" the fan-page here: https://www.facebook.com/BenPakulskiMuscleIntelligence Make sure to HIT SUBSCRIBE before you go, and leave Ben a comment or question for a future episode.

What does the Bible say about connection in parenting? How do we work that out practically in everyday family life? Of course theology is important. But theology alone doesn't always tell you how long your kids should play a video game, or how to specifically respond when your child asks tough questions.  That's where scientific research comes in! We've heard from countless people the reason they continue to access Connected Families resources is because we integrate science and biblical principles. Our goal is to make what can seem lofty into digestible and practical content for parents.  Today's episode is Part 2 of a discussion about what makes the Connected Families parenting approach so unique--the integration of science and Scripture! Jim and Lynne Jackson (co-founders of Connected Families) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) to continue the conversation about the Connected Families Framework. In this podcast you'll hear: How scientific research is integrated in the last two steps of the Framework (“You are CALLED and CAPABLE.” and “You are RESPONSIBLE for your actions.”) The importance of listening to your kids without judgment in order to communicate empathy instead of anxietyThe power of calm, light-hearted questions to grow wisdom and responsibility in your childA more effective way to praise your child (that doesn't lead to people-pleasing!) We have a ton of great resources below to help you in your parenting journey. We hope these resources can be a helpful avenue of guidance and support for your family. Please contact us with any questions, we are here to help! Resources mentioned in this podcast: Hardwired to Connect (2003 Research Report) or check out this link for a summary of the report Carol Dweck- A Study on Praise and Mindsets (video) Scripture references: Ephesians 2:10, 1 Thessalonians 2:7,8, Psalm 139, Proverbs 29:5, Philippians 1:6, 1 Corinthians 6:12, Colossians 3:12 Build Kids Up with Nourishing Affirmation in 30 Seconds (The “ABC's of Affirmation”) The Power of Questions: Less Arguing. More Wisdom. (online course) FREE Resources: 4 Messages Every Kid Longs to Hear (ebook) and Perspectives on Spanking (ebook) Join us on Clubhouse! If you are not currently following us on Instagram we encourage you to check it out. Our community is growing there and we'd love to partner with you in your parenting with timely encouragement just for you. Find us @connectedfams for your daily dose of parenting tips.

Have you heard the buzz about having a "growth mindset" versus a "fixed mindset"? How can you teach your child to have a growth mindset? When our kids lack the skills to do what we are asking them to do it can create discouragement in your home. Maybe you've even asked yourself the following:  “Why isn't my kid motivated to clean their room?”“How many times do I have to show my child how to load the dishwasher?”“What does it take for my child to notice the towel on the bathroom floor?” It would be great if our kids would just do things they are asked without any difficulties, right? Even better if they actually noticed what needed to be done.  Unfortunately, it doesn't typically happen that way, which leaves everyone feeling frustrated! Growing skills in your kids is important to you, but how do you do that and still communicate safety, love, and connection in your home? In today's episode, Stacy Bellward (podcast host) and Chad Hayenga (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Connected Families Coach) share a super practical tool you can use today to help your kids build skills with wisdom and connection. It's called Motivate. Model. Practice. Praise. This is an intentional process built on the idea that lasting skills are both caught and patiently taught. Modelind and teaching your child to have a growth mindset includes taking the time to learn the underlying emotions they experience while learning new skills. Building wisdom and connection affirms to your child, “You are called and capable of growing and learning new things.” Listen in and you will discover : How to practically use the four steps of Motivate. Model. Practice. Praise.The power of wise questions to help motivate your childThe importance of looking within ourselves to understand and change our own responses to our kidsHow to develop a team concept to get you and your child on the same pageA more effective way to praise your child  Resources to help you grow skills in your kids: Motivate. Model. Practice. Praise. Proactively Grow Skills Without Demands and ThreatsThe Power of Questions: Less Arguing. More Wisdom. (Online course)Is There a “Miracle Grow” for Good Behavior? The ABC's of AffirmationConnected Families FrameworkPhilippians 3:13-14 Do you have a comment about something that's helped you, a question, or something you would like addressed in a future podcast? Contact us, or get in touch with us about our parent coaching options. We'd love to hear from you! Download our FREE in-depth ebook Helping Kids With Anger. It will provide thoughtful insights and creative ideas to help your struggling child.

Frequently parents focus on conversation skills when there is conflict. But what about in the normal day-to-day interactions? Do you feel like it is more difficult than it needs to be to have a “normal” conversation with your child? Do you feel like you spend a lot of time telling your child what to do instead of asking the right questions? It's hard when you feel like, "My child won't talk to me!"Sadly, sometimes our reactions as parents is what shuts the conversation down. Can you relate? If so, this podcast discussion will bring you the honest and hope-giving guidance you are looking for as you desire to have open and honest conversations with your kids.  In today’s podcast, Stacy Bellward (podcast host) is joined by Chad Hayenga (therapist and Connected Families parent coach) to talk about how you can engage in meaningful, on-going conversations that bring connection with your child. You can keep the important conversations going with your kids by asking gentle, light-hearted, curious questions that help your child feel safe to open up to you.  In this podcast, we’ll discuss: The power of kind and curious questions to unlock a child’s heartKeeping shame out of the conversation with your childHow to respond when kids have doubts about their faith and GodPractical ways to calmly respond when your child says something that triggers you! The importance of your strong, solid foundation in Christ to create stability for your struggling child Connecting to and valuing what is going on in your child’s heart can keep the conversation going for years to come! Parenting resources mentioned in this podcast: The Power of Questions: Less Arguing. More Wisdom. (online course) Want to learn more for when, "My child won't talk to me!" Stay Curious During Tough Conversations: Why Lectures Never Win Connected Families Framework 

Yes! You are in and thank you for joining this rag-tag bunch of flawed Dudes pursuing Truth. Dr. Lorrits is back and gets the 'Play of the Day' once again. You really want change?! Here you go...Most of us are passionate about change. Some of us for our own lives. Most of us for others' lives. We'll change laws and remove books in order to try and do it. Make no mistake, Dr. Lorrits is 100% correct. You will not see true change without the heart. You are fooling yourself. Whether you believe in God or not, you are not changing anything without heart. To the trivial, you won't quit smoking unless your heart wants it. You absolutely won't eliminate racism and other forms of hate without changing the hearts. For so many that mock the Bible, that is exactly what it says. Love is greatest of all. Hate is the opposite of Love. Check 1 Cor 13:13.On a micro level, back to you, G and GtSurf.org will tell you the same. AA will tell you the same. You are not changing anything in your life without a change of heart. Christians, before you puff your chest out too much, Vaquero Guapo will tell you to keep yourself in check. When in doubt, go back to the Fringe episodes. Love is kind. Love does not boast. Back to 1 Cor 13: 4-8.We must love each other. You want to build a bridge to someone? Love and love means way more than words, it means action. Do kind things for your neighbors and strangers. Do that enough and you will build bridges. You will see change in you and them. Check James 2: 14-26.Oh, of course, shout out to Dr. Bryan Lorrits. If you haven't yet, you must add him to your listen/reflection list. You can find him by searching the Bryan (with a Y) Lorrits Podcast. Thank you Dr. Lorrits! Thank you God for working through Him.Ending on a prayer note, Heavenly Father, thank you for this listener. Please let them know they are not here by accident. Holy Spirit tug on their hearts where they need/want change. Maybe it is less hate. Less jealousy. Less frustration. Less addiction. More Joy. More Peace. More Wisdom. More Truth. More Hope! In Jesus name we pray and ask for this Father, Amen.Ending on a song note, what Dr. Lorrits says is 'Undeniable' at least for this rag tag group. This is 'Undeniable' by Josh Wilson. It's been 2,000 years and hearts still change. Please add this to your "Heart Change" playlist. One heart at a time, that is how we will rally our neighborhood, society, country and world. Now, go, check your heart, love more...

A new MP3 sermon from Christ Reformation Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: More Wisdom for Life in a Wicked World Subtitle: The Book of Jeremiah Speaker: Pastor Jeff Crippen Broadcaster: Christ Reformation Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 1/17/2021 Bible: Jeremiah 13-15 Length: 56 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Christ Reformation Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: More Wisdom for Life in a Wicked World Subtitle: The Book of Jeremiah Speaker: Pastor Jeff Crippen Broadcaster: Christ Reformation Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 1/17/2021 Bible: Jeremiah 13-15 Length: 56 min.

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Are your kids scared of the world around them?  How are you talking about anxiety with your kids these days?  In current times coping is harder, and there seems to be more reasons to worry than usual. You may experience tension when your family gathers because everyone views what's happening in our world through different lenses, and with different opinions. Relationships with some of the most important people in your lives seem at risk. It can be hard to talk about things that concern or upset us.  When we are anxious, our kids are the first to know. Kids have a keen radar that senses when things are off in our world. When their radar picks up anxiety, the anxiety spreads.  In today’s episode, we discuss the anxiety that can come from things we can’t control, the things that happen outside our walls: Social unrest, pandemics, politics,  and school policies and decisions.   We WILL have trouble in this world Jesus promises we will have trouble in this world. In the midst of such trouble, you have a unique opportunity to empower your kids to be thoughtful and compassionate in their relationships with others. Learning to approach your kids with grace and wisdom can help keep your family grounded, and growing in God’s love and purposes, during uncertain times. This podcast is the fourth and final episode in a four-part series about anxiety. Listen in as Jim and Lynne Jackson, co-founders of Connected Families, together with close colleague and marriage and family therapist, Chad Hayenga, discuss this relevant topic from a faith-filled, biblically-oriented perspective. In this episode This episode is packed full of rich conversation and practical insights about tough topics. In this episode you will: Explore habits that keep you grounded and help you “take every thought captive.”Discover how to have honest conversations with your kids with a “Big Picture” perspective.Learn how to communicate to your kids: “You are called and capable of figuring out even these really challenging problems!”Hear practical ways to have conversations about big feelings with respect and kindness.Gain insight in how to teach kids to wrestle well with their fears, listen better, and learn from the perspectives of others. The reign and the rule of Jesus’ kingdom is as present and powerful now more than ever. We are all called to be part of this heavenly kingdom. Whatever trouble you are experiencing, the power and force of God's goodness and grace are the most potent ways to overcome anxiety. Mentioned in this podcast: John 16:33Colossians 3:12,132 Corinthians 10:5John 18:36Philippians 4:6-8Philippians 4:11Matthew 6:25-34Numbers 6:24-26Family Meetings OverviewIs Your Child Refusing to Do Schoolwork?Free Resources from Connected Families Like what you hear? Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review Connected Families podcasts so you don’t miss a single episode and others can find us more easily! Want to learn more? This content from this podcast is also available in our blog post called: Teach Your Kids to Trust God...In Times of Unrest and Pandemic. In our newest online course, The Power of Questions: Less Arguing. More Wisdom., you will learn the art of asking questions that build internal wisdom and character in your kids, and create a culture of teamwork in your family. Join us today! Here is what Mark and Kim had to say after finishing the course: We wish we’d had this training many years ago when starting our parenting journey, but we’ve found that it’s never too late to connect with each other and build up our family team. Changing our perspective and approaching our children (even the ones who are now young adults!) with light-hearted curiosity instead of judgmental lectures is a game-changer.

Mealtime battles, bedtime drama, homework struggles... Can you relate to these anxiety triggers in your home? Often there are deeper emotions under the surface, for both parents and children, that contribute to these conflicts. When we acknowledge and validate the emotions that drive our children’s anxiety, we can better equip them to self-regulate. Validating emotions also helps us avoid anxiety-producing power struggles. This equips us to approach these struggles in a way that empowers our children to feel safe, loved, and capable. We are excited to bring you episode three in our four-part Anxiety Series. Today Jim and Lynne Jackson, co-founders of Connected Families, together with Chad Hayenga, marriage and family therapist, dig deeper on what some of the anxiety triggers might be in your home. Listen in as they talk about separation anxiety, homework, school, mealtimes, and more. In this episode about anxiety triggers you’ll learn: practical ideas to reduce power struggles at mealtime.how to approach homework battles with compassion while encouraging responsibility at the same time.how to validate your child’s anxious feelings. ways to empower your children to feel safe and speak up for what they need.  Mentioned in this podcast: 7 Practical Tips for Picky Eaters Raise a Healthy Child Who Is a Joy to Feed- Ellyn Satter Responding with Compassion When Kids Don't Make the Grade Practical Help for Families Struggling with Separation Anxiety  Bedtime Struggles  Connected Families FREE Resources Like what you hear? Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review Connected Families podcasts so you don’t miss a single episode and others can find us more easily! In our newest online course, The Power of Questions: Less Arguing. More Wisdom., you will learn the art of asking questions that build internal wisdom and character in your kids, and create a culture of teamwork in your family. Join us today! When Joanne finished the course here is what she had to say: As a single mother of 3 boys, this course came at a perfect time! It is short, easy to consume, well structured and presented and most importantly 1)spoke to the heart of the issue, 2)gave and showed how to use questions and finally 3)reminded us of our role and God's role in parenting our children. I absolutely loved all the role-playing and examples that drove the points home. I personally plan to and recommend reviewing the course regularly, at least 3 times!  

How do you teach your child not to be scared? Bedtime, meals, learning at home, performance anxiety, and separation anxiety can all be sources of anxiety for kids. This is especially true for kids who may be highly sensitive. Kids who struggle with anxiety are often more “on alert” than other children, and don’t always assess danger well.  Kids who are anxious can also get their cues from parents. The more we try to create an environment that keeps kids out of a highly-alert state, the more sense of peace and calm the child can feel. In our previous podcast episode, we discussed how modeling a calm spirit is a vital part of calming an anxious child.  In this episode, you’ll learn how to empower your children to constructively work through their anxiety, and to experience God’s peace and purpose for their lives.   This podcast is the second in a four-part series about anxiety. Listen in as Jim and Lynne Jackson, co-founders of Connected Families, together with close colleague, and marriage and family therapist, Chad Hayenga, explore some of the best ways to encourage kids when they experience anxiety. Among the many practical tools in this podcast, you’ll learn:  3 “Don’ts” that can add to your child’s anxiety.3 “Do’s” that can equip your kids with confidence-boosting skills to handle anxiety.How to help your kids feel empowered with a teamwork mentality, and in their God-given identity to be brave. Mentioned in this podcast:  Philippians 4:6,7Ephesians 2:10Joshua 1:9The Opposite of Worry: The Playful Parenting Approach to Childhood Anxieties and Fears (includes the “second chicken” story mentioned in today’s podcast episode)Helping Your Highly Sensitive ChildHow to Create a Simple Sensory Diet for Restless, Homebound KidsBuilding Your Inner Coach-Brett LedbetterDan Siegel: Name it to Tame it Wondering if you have a highly sensitive child? Check out the sister article for this podcast: Helping Your Highly Sensitive Child. Like what you hear? Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review Connected Families podcasts so you don’t miss a single episode and others can find us more easily! In our newest online course, The Power of Questions: Less Arguing. More Wisdom., you will learn the art of asking questions that build internal wisdom and character in your kids, and create a culture of teamwork in your family. Join us today! Hear what Melanie said after finishing the course: This course has shown me how often I try to control and run my kids’ lives instead of helping them to develop wisdom and responsibility for themselves. Asking questions such as, “What will happen if you choose to do that?” in a curious way has helped my kids learn to think about the consequences of their actions. There are so many helpful tips in this course for how to build responsibility and defuse arguments and power struggles.

Do you feel like your child is afraid of everything? Where does anxiety come from in our kids? This is a huge struggle parents often face, especially when tensions are high in the world around us.  A survey Connected Families conducted in spring of 2020 revealed that 70% of families in the CF community have reported elevated levels of anxiety in recent months. If you are experiencing this, you are not alone! Kids’ struggles and misbehavior can increase everyone's anxiety and the tension in the home. Our own anxious thoughts about children's misbehavior can cause us to try harder to control kids, which discourages them and escalates the problem.​ Our own anxious thoughts about this behavior can cause discouragement in our children, and can also cause us to become more controlling. ​ You have good intentions to help your child manage their big emotions. What can you do to wrestle well with this issue of anxiety in the home? Today’s podcast is the first in a four-part series about anxiety. Listen in as Jim and Lynne Jackson (co-founders of Connected Families) and Chad Hayenga (MA, LMFT, CLC) discuss the root of our anxiety struggles both for kids and for us as parents.  In this episode: Learn about the cycle that can cause anxiety in both you and your kids.Think practically about your anxiety and how to model healthy habits to your kids. Discover how to take control of negative thoughts and develop a more peaceful mindset.Identify the Antidote Cycle for growing away from the anxious habits we have. Mentioned in this podcast: Philippians 4:6-9 1 John 4:18 2 Corinthians 10:5 How to Create a Simple Sensory Diet for Restless, Homebound Kids Like what you hear? Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review Connected Families podcasts so you don’t miss a single episode and others can find us more easily! In our newest online course, The Power of Questions: Less Arguing. More Wisdom., you will learn the art of asking questions that build internal wisdom and character in your kids, and create a culture of teamwork in your family. Read what Lisa had to say after finishing the course: The Power of Questions online course gives a solid foundation for why and how to ask thoughtful, meaningful questions. I love how the course takes you through practical steps to build relationships with your kids through questions. Taking the course helped our entire family start to build the life skill of asking quality questions that build understanding and grow wisdom. We even watched parts of the class with our 8 and 10 year old children to ignite problem solving conversations!

Have you ever heard an outrageous statement from your child? Outrageous statements come in all shapes and sizes and can often trigger disbelief or even outrage in parents. Perhaps that’s why they’re called outrageous statements!  It’s tempting for us, as parents, to respond to these situations with immediate correction or a lecture. However, this may result in unhelpful arguments. Hard emotions are often underneath our kid’s outrageous statements. How can we respond with love, connection, and safety to effectively help them grow in wisdom and responsibility?  Join Stacy Bellward (ACC), Chad Hayenga (MA,LMFT, CLC), and Jim Jackson (co-founder of Connected Families), as they discuss the power of lighthearted questions in a conversational model that will guide wisdom-building responses in your kids. They also discuss the recently released online course from Connected Families called The Power of Questions: Less Arguing. More Wisdom. In today’s episode, you’ll discover: A useful analogy to help you “dig deeper” to understand your child’s underlying emotions.The power of lighthearted questions to build wisdom in your kids rather than “fix” the behavior.A practical conversational model that creates safety in relationships when confronted with outrageous statements from your kids.  Remember, your child is often frustrated and discouraged when they say outrageous things. Learning to find what is going on underneath the surface will better equip you to lead your family with grace. If you want to hear more about what to do when your kids say outrageous things, check out Stop the Crazy All-or-Nothing Thinking with These 4 Steps. Like what you hear? Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review Connected Families podcasts so you don’t miss a single episode and others can find us more easily! In our newest online course The Power of Questions: Less Arguing. More Wisdom. you will learn the art of asking questions that build internal wisdom and character in your kids, and create a culture of teamwork in your family. Join us today! Hear what Elaine had to say after taking the course: From the very first session, I saw what needed to change in my own heart. I found the way that Stacy and Chad coached was not condemning but instead encouraging, as I reflected on my need to focus on a long-term view of mentoring my child and not short-term obedience. For a busy mum of 3 young boys, 6 and under, I found the structure and content of the course easy to follow. The way the short videos highlighted the main points, the simple fill-in-the-blank style workbook, and the biblical references all reinforced these points for me. The change in me is gradual but I'm catching myself pausing and not reacting as much in some situations. For these baby steps (and the steering towards the right direction), I am so very grateful. Thank you! Join us today!

Are you feeling anxious about this summer? Summer can be a fantastic opportunity to connect with your kids, but it can also present new challenges. You want to have a great summer, but aren’t quite sure how to get there. Uncertainty and disappointment add an extra level of stress, especially with the new reality of cancelled activities and plans. In this podcast we will explore how to create a sense of teamwork in your family so summer is enjoyable for everyone. We, as parents, may also have our own fears about navigating difficult battles, such as screen time and boredom. We don’t want to spend the all our time nagging, exasperating, and arguing with our kids! Is it even possible to create a memorable summer while, at the same time, helping our kids grow in wisdom and responsibility? Join Stacy Bellward (ACC), Chad Hayenga (MA,LMFT, CLC), and Jim Jackson (co-founder of Connected Families), as they discuss how to build an atmosphere of teamwork and connection with your kids that will equip them and set them up for success. In this podcast, you'll learn to: Think through your own best hopes for summer.Be thoughtful and proactive in naming potential problem areas.Be intentional and realistic about your summer goals. Connected Families recently released an online course called The Power of Questions. Learn more about it as you listen! If you want to learn more, this article compliments this podcast well, and has a great story of how a mom used questions to help avoid a power struggle with her toddler. Like what you hear? Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review Connected Families podcasts so you don’t miss a single episode and others can find us more easily! In our newest online course The Power of Questions: Less Arguing. More Wisdom you will learn the art of asking questions that build internal wisdom and character in your kids, and create a culture of teamwork in your family. Join us today!

Does it seem like all you do is nag your kids? Are you frustrated because it is the sixth time you have asked your child to take out the garbage? Nagging and arguing can become the frustrating norm in many of our families. Parents have good intentions. We want our kids to grow up responsible, right? Our fear and anxiety that our children will not grow up to be responsible adults can cause us to become controlling. This kind of projected negativity has the potential to affect our child’s identity. In fact, brain science reveals that these power struggles can be damaging to our relationship with our kids. Kids may embrace this projected negative identity, which could hinder their ability to grow in God’s good purposes for them.  Join Stacy Bellward (ACC), Chad Hayenga (MA,LMFT, CLC), and Jim Jackson (co-founder of Connected Families), as they discuss what it looks like to cut down on nagging and help our kids grow in wisdom and responsibility. They also discuss the recently released online course from Connected Families called The Power of Questions: Less Arguing. More Wisdom.  In this episode you will: learn how to break patterns of defensiveness.discover the power of curious questions to create SAFE conversations. receive a 4-step plan for holding kids accountable.hear an overview of this exciting new course! Like what you hear? Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review Connected Families podcasts so you don’t miss a single episode and others can find us more easily! In our newest online course "The Power of Questions" you will learn the art of asking questions that build internal wisdom and character in your kids, and create a culture of teamwork in your family. Join us today!

More Wisdom from Ontocore by Garett Larson

You may know that every day 10,000 Baby Boomers enter retirement. But did you know that almost 1 out of 5 Baby Boomers are childless? In this episode, we talk on with Sara Zeff Geber, Ph.D., author of Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers, which was named by The Wall Street Journal as one of the six Best Books of 2018 on Aging Well. Sara shares her insights on the unique upsides and challenges faced by Solo Agers and her perspective on the importance of flexibility. She also discusses strategies to avoid isolation and how Baby Boomers in retirement, especially those who are Solo Agers, can cultivate social networks in retirement. Wise Quote: On Social Support “Solo agers need to also nurture their social support system all the way through life. If you find that your work has superseded that, and you haven’t paid enough attention to your social support system, then it’s time to really look around you and maybe start to actually make a physical diagram of who are the people around you, what what do they provide for you in the way of support and potential assistance. Sometimes there is work to be done. Finding new friends, finding people to just hang out with now that you’re done with working life. That can be done in so many different ways. It can be done by finding interest groups, either through causes you believe in or hobbies or a part-time job. So many of our social system comes from the people that we work with when we’re early in earlier in life. When we’re in our 30s and 40s and 50s, a lot of people look around and say, “Wow, all my friends are people I know from work.” Well, that’s all well and good when you’re still working, but as you begin to look at relinquishing that work and saying goodbye, opening the door for a younger person to come in behind you, think about who’s going to replace that social network. It may take quite a bit of work for a solo ager that is kind of isolated or is maybe more of an introvert.” Are you a Solo Ager? Nearly 1 in 5 Baby Boomers are. Listen to author and expert Sara Zeff Geber’s strategies and advice.Click To Tweet For more on Sara Zeff Geber: Sara’s Latest Book   Sara’s Websites: https://www.sarazeffgeber.com/ https://www.lifeencore.com/about/sara-zeff-geber   Up for More Wisdom? Sign up for our free monthly newsletter with ideas  you can use   Like Our Podcast? The best way you can support our retirement podcast is to please take a minute and leave us a rating on Apple Podcasts. We appreciate it.  

"You’re Fired.Clean up your stuff and Get Out."That’s what I said to my contractor at the end of the day on Friday.Ten weeks into a (proposed) one week project and literally every single thing he was hired to do ending in disaster and incompletion, I reached the end of my rope.I’d been trying to be patient.Expanding my capacity for feeling safe and ok with the mistakes of others.Opening my heart to things not having to be perfect and flowing with setbacks and missed deadlines.These are all areas where I could use some growth and I’ve been taking the Medicine of them along the way.And… I could feel how I was coming to the end of the road with this particular experience, and I desired Right Alignment as I moved toward understanding the last drops of insight from it.Friday morning had been designated as a final, FINAL completion day. (One of MANY that had come and gone.I woke up restless and agitated as I navigated 6 guys in my space shuffling around in confusion and incompetence, all needing just “one more thing” as I tracked through the dirt, dust, noise, and debris now coating the surface of every surface in my home.I decided to keep my massage appointment for mental health purposes and to see if getting some quiet time for myself would help my inner dust settle.On Wild Soul Medicine Radio this week, I shared what emerged from that moment of pause. Sifting through the clues of a General Contractor serving as Psychodramatic Mirror, Home as metaphor for Self, and my ongoing walk with meeting the Divine Masculine inside (and out)…I found my Medicine.I came home and Priestessed that shit.For REAL.And… it’s probably not how you think.It certainly wasn’t what I imagined would happen, but I’m hammering down one board at a time to create a bridge for each next step as it opens me to More Wisdom and Higher Love.As with all remodels, there is dust and muck, chaos and mess.Some highlights to listen for:(10:20) What happens when you take yourself out of the game(18:00) General Disaster(33:20) Priestessing the Temple (40:45) Distorted Images(48:30) Seeking Coherence(52:25) “I get to create from within, the Creatrix being Created by her Creation. That is the beauty of #AllOfLife”POTENT DOSE (if you only have a few minutes):I’m down here in the mud and guts slinging paint and pushing for Home.In General, I’m still growing into the Grace of Leading my Life.Join me this week for a Renovation Convo.You’ll have to be willing to sit on the floor and get a little dirty.After all, We’re Under Construction.Love,P.S. Stay tuned to the end to find out what happened AFTER I fired the General. If you’re looking for a happily ever after story… Keep Listening.

"You’re Fired.Clean up your stuff and Get Out."That’s what I said to my contractor at the end of the day on Friday.Ten weeks into a (proposed) one week project and literally every single thing he was hired to do ending in disaster and incompletion, I reached the end of my rope.I’d been trying to be patient.Expanding my capacity for feeling safe and ok with the mistakes of others.Opening my heart to things not having to be perfect and flowing with setbacks and missed deadlines.These are all areas where I could use some growth and I’ve been taking the Medicine of them along the way.And… I could feel how I was coming to the end of the road with this particular experience, and I desired Right Alignment as I moved toward understanding the last drops of insight from it.Friday morning had been designated as a final, FINAL completion day. (One of MANY that had come and gone.I woke up restless and agitated as I navigated 6 guys in my space shuffling around in confusion and incompetence, all needing just “one more thing” as I tracked through the dirt, dust, noise, and debris now coating the surface of every surface in my home.I decided to keep my massage appointment for mental health purposes and to see if getting some quiet time for myself would help my inner dust settle.On Wild Soul Medicine Radio this week, I shared what emerged from that moment of pause. Sifting through the clues of a General Contractor serving as Psychodramatic Mirror, Home as metaphor for Self, and my ongoing walk with meeting the Divine Masculine inside (and out)…I found my Medicine.I came home and Priestessed that shit.For REAL.And… it’s probably not how you think.It certainly wasn’t what I imagined would happen, but I’m hammering down one board at a time to create a bridge for each next step as it opens me to More Wisdom and Higher Love.As with all remodels, there is dust and muck, chaos and mess.Some highlights to listen for:(10:20) What happens when you take yourself out of the game(18:00) General Disaster(33:20) Priestessing the Temple (40:45) Distorted Images(48:30) Seeking Coherence(52:25) “I get to create from within, the Creatrix being Created by her Creation. That is the beauty of #AllOfLife”POTENT DOSE (if you only have a few minutes):I’m down here in the mud and guts slinging paint and pushing for Home.In General, I’m still growing into the Grace of Leading my Life.Join me this week for a Renovation Convo.You’ll have to be willing to sit on the floor and get a little dirty.After all, We’re Under Construction.Love,P.S. Stay tuned to the end to find out what happened AFTER I fired the General. If you’re looking for a happily ever after story… Keep Listening.

"You’re Fired. Clean up your stuff and Get Out." That’s what I said to my contractor at the end of the day on Friday. Ten weeks into a (proposed) one week project and literally every single thing he was hired to do ending in disaster and incompletion, I reached the end of my rope. I’d been trying to be patient. Expanding my capacity for feeling safe and ok with the mistakes of others. Opening my heart to things not having to be perfect and flowing with setbacks and missed deadlines. These are all areas where I could use some growth and I’ve been taking the Medicine of them along the way. And… I could feel how I was coming to the end of the road with this particular experience, and I desired Right Alignment as I moved toward understanding the last drops of insight from it. Friday morning had been designated as a final, FINAL completion day. (One of MANY that had come and gone. I woke up restless and agitated as I navigated 6 guys in my space shuffling around in confusion and incompetence, all needing just “one more thing” as I tracked through the dirt, dust, noise, and debris now coating the surface of every surface in my home. I decided to keep my massage appointment for mental health purposes and to see if getting some quiet time for myself would help my inner dust settle. On Wild Soul Medicine Radio this week, I shared what emerged from that moment of pause. Sifting through the clues of a General Contractor serving as Psychodramatic Mirror, Home as metaphor for Self, and my ongoing walk with meeting the Divine Masculine inside (and out)… I found my Medicine. I came home and Priestessed that shit. For REAL. And… it’s probably not how you think. It certainly wasn’t what I imagined would happen, but I’m hammering down one board at a time to create a bridge for each next step as it opens me to More Wisdom and Higher Love. As with all remodels, there is dust and muck, chaos and mess. Some highlights to listen for: (10:20) What happens when you take yourself out of the game (18:00) General Disaster (33:20) Priestessing the Temple  (40:45) Distorted Images (48:30) Seeking Coherence (52:25) “I get to create from within, the Creatrix being Created by her Creation. That is the beauty of #AllOfLife” POTENT DOSE (if you only have a few minutes): I’m down here in the mud and guts slinging paint and pushing for Home. In General, I’m still growing into the Grace of Leading my Life. Join me this week for a Renovation Convo. You’ll have to be willing to sit on the floor and get a little dirty. After all, We’re Under Construction. Love, P.S. Stay tuned to the end to find out what happened AFTER I fired the General. If you’re looking for a happily ever after story… Keep Listening.

"You’re Fired.Clean up your stuff and Get Out."That’s what I said to my contractor at the end of the day on Friday.Ten weeks into a (proposed) one week project and literally every single thing he was hired to do ending in disaster and incompletion, I reached the end of my rope.I’d been trying to be patient.Expanding my capacity for feeling safe and ok with the mistakes of others.Opening my heart to things not having to be perfect and flowing with setbacks and missed deadlines.These are all areas where I could use some growth and I’ve been taking the Medicine of them along the way.And… I could feel how I was coming to the end of the road with this particular experience, and I desired Right Alignment as I moved toward understanding the last drops of insight from it.Friday morning had been designated as a final, FINAL completion day. (One of MANY that had come and gone.I woke up restless and agitated as I navigated 6 guys in my space shuffling around in confusion and incompetence, all needing just “one more thing” as I tracked through the dirt, dust, noise, and debris now coating the surface of every surface in my home.I decided to keep my massage appointment for mental health purposes and to see if getting some quiet time for myself would help my inner dust settle.On Wild Soul Medicine Radio this week, I shared what emerged from that moment of pause. Sifting through the clues of a General Contractor serving as Psychodramatic Mirror, Home as metaphor for Self, and my ongoing walk with meeting the Divine Masculine inside (and out)…I found my Medicine.I came home and Priestessed that shit.For REAL.And… it’s probably not how you think.It certainly wasn’t what I imagined would happen, but I’m hammering down one board at a time to create a bridge for each next step as it opens me to More Wisdom and Higher Love.As with all remodels, there is dust and muck, chaos and mess.Some highlights to listen for:(10:20) What happens when you take yourself out of the game(18:00) General Disaster(33:20) Priestessing the Temple (40:45) Distorted Images(48:30) Seeking Coherence(52:25) “I get to create from within, the Creatrix being Created by her Creation. That is the beauty of #AllOfLife”POTENT DOSE (if you only have a few minutes):I’m down here in the mud and guts slinging paint and pushing for Home.In General, I’m still growing into the Grace of Leading my Life.Join me this week for a Renovation Convo.You’ll have to be willing to sit on the floor and get a little dirty.After all, We’re Under Construction.Love,P.S. Stay tuned to the end to find out what happened AFTER I fired the General. If you’re looking for a happily ever after story… Keep Listening.

April Adams, channels The Collective and answers my questions. She is an author and healer joins me again again for another fun and informative talk. We discuss what she has been up to since we last spoke and get into the practice, the art, the act of channeling. April has a new book entitled LESS LOGIC, MORE WISDOM available very soon on Amazon and it is compilation of her thoughts and channeled messages from what she calls "The Collective." I discuss with her journey toward becoming someone who channels and what it takes and feels like when doing so. I really enjoy April and our chats and hope you do, too. This is Part Two of a two-parter, which entails her channeling The Collective to answer questions for me.

April Adams, author and healer joins me again again for another fun and informative talk. We discuss what she has been up to since we last spoke and get into the practice, the art, the act of channeling. April has a new book entitled LESS LOGIC, MORE WISDOM available very soon on Amazon and it is compilation of her thoughts and channeled messages from what she calls "The Collective." I discuss with her journey toward becoming someone who channels and what it takes and feels like when doing so. I really enjoy April and our chats and hope you do, too. This is Part One of a two-parter, which entails her channeling The Collective to answer questions for me.