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Welcome to Standing Stone Kennels! We're sitting down with the El Tesoro crew for a full season recap. We're covering everything from wild quail numbers and dog performance to some genuinely wild stories from the field. We break down what the Cocker Spaniels and German Shorthairs did well, where they fell short, and what's on the training agenda heading into the off-season.Topics include:0:00 Intro & Season Overview1:17 How the Season Differed from Years Past2:50 Wild Quail Conditions and Bird Movement4:30 Cocker Spaniel Breakdown: Trip, Dorothy, Hatchet, Bella6:40 Retrieving Problems: Switching, Diversion Birds, and Shopping9:00 E-Collar Jump Settings for Multi-Dog Handling11:30 Field Handling and Heel Consistency Near Birds17:00 Steadiness and Chase Issues at the Ranch23:00 Breeding Discussion: Trip x Bella Cross28:00 Balance vs. Drive: What We're Looking For in a Litter32:00 Trip's Eye Injuries — A Wild Story from the Field39:30 Dog Goggles and Eye Protection (Rex Specs)44:00 Dorothy's Bird-in-a-Tree Moment47:00 Naming the New Cocker Puppy (Comment Below!)48:30 Short Hair Season Breakdown50:00 Flushing Anticipation and Steadiness Observations54:00 Vale's Improved Natural Backing55:30 Decompression Debate: Does It Help or Hurt?59:00 Wild Quail Numbers: 70 Coveys Moved1:03:00 Young Dog String vs. the Geriatric Crew1:06:00 Spring Training Goals: Hand Signals, Utility Prep, and Riot1:09:14 OutroWe also talk through a scary recurring eye injury with one of the Cockers, the debut of three new GSPs at the ranch, a Dorothy highlight reel moment, and what dogs are being prepped for utility testing and NAVHDA this spring.If you're training a versatile bird dog, a flushing spaniel, or building a breeding program, this one covers a lot of ground.Send Us Mail5919 W Pleasant Valley RdPretty Prairie, KS 67570LinksStep-By-Step Dog Training Course: https://www.standingstonesupply.com/coursesJoin our Patreon Community - https://bit.ly/SSK-PatreonOur Store - https://bit.ly/SSK-StoreSocial MediaFacebook: www.facebook.com/StandingStoneKennelsInstagram: www.instagram.com/standingstonekennels/Website: www.standingstonekennels.comEthan and Kat Pippitt are the proud owners of Standing Stone Kennels. They breed German Shorthaired pointers and train all types of dogs for the hunt and the home. Their training strategies are easy to follow and are flexible to meet the needs of individual dogs. They are avid outdoorsmen and when they aren't training dogs they spend their free time hunting all kinds of game across the United States.We use affiliate links to help support the channel. If you would like to support Standing Stone content we appreciate you using the links in the description of this video.Subscribe to our channel here: http://bit.ly/2Dyy9DW
Wolf and Paul Calvisi discuss if they are concerned that the Arizona Diamondbacks are not naming a closer entering opening day and Phoenix Suns broadcaster Kevin Ray joins the show.
Gaslighting does not only affect your emotions. It affects your brain.In this episode, Dr. Krystal Culler and Heather Elwell sit down with Dr. Jennifer Fraser, author of The Gaslit Brain, to examine what happens in the brain when someone experiences chronic gaslighting, bullying, and psychological harm.*Please note that this conversation was recorded live during a live Neuro Nook book club discussion and featured as part of the Virtual Brain Health Center's annual Brain Week series.*This conversation connects neuroscience, workplace culture, and lived experience. You will learn how gaslighting disrupts memory, increases stress responses, and impacts cognitive performance. More importantly, you will learn what you can do to protect your brain.This discussion also explores institutional gaslighting, why even high-performing professionals are vulnerable, and how understanding the science can reduce self-blame and increase clarity.If you have ever questioned your memory, your judgment, or your sense of reality after a difficult workplace or personal experience, this episode provides language, science, and practical strategies.What You Will Learn in This EpisodeThe difference between normal conflict and gaslightingWhy gaslighting is designed to create confusionWhat chronic psychological stress does to the brainHow the amygdala and hippocampus respond to prolonged stressWhy highly capable professionals are often targetsHow workplace cultures can enable manipulationWhy language matters in recognizing psychological harmBrain-based strategies to strengthen cognitive resilienceKey TakeawaysGaslighting follows patterns. Learning those patterns helps you see clearly.Your brain is wired for trust. That makes manipulation difficult to recognize.Psychological harm can produce real neurological effects including: stress overload, memory disruption, and cognitive fatigue.Recovery is possible. Neuroplasticity means the brain can repair and adapt.Awareness is protection. Naming the behavior reduces its power.Practical Brain Health Strategies DiscussedStrengthen awareness of your environment and patterns of behaviorBuild a more precise emotional vocabulary to better interpret stress signalsPrioritize psychological safety and supportive relationshipsSlow down decisions when something feels offQuestion assumptions and look for evidence before accepting claimsStay socially connected during recovery rather than withdrawingLearn More About Dr. Jennifer FraserWebsite: BulliedBrain.comPsychology Today column: The Bullied BrainPodcast: The FEMCAST Listen to host, Dr. Krystal Culler's conversation with Dr. Jennifer Fraser on her podcast, The FEMCAST titled, “How 'Psychopath Puppet Masters' Destroy Careers (and How to Escape)” on iTunes, Spotify, or Substack or watch on YouTubeRelated Resources MentionedLearn more about BrainHQ brain training platform from our previous podcast conversation with their lead scientist Dr. Henry Mahncke, Ph.D. “What the Latest Brain Training Science Means For Your Brain Health” Previous podcast conversations with Dr. Jennifer FraserListen now: Exposing Gaslighting: What it Does to the Brain and How to HealListen now: Understanding the Neuroscience of Bullying & Its Impact on the BrainExplore the written summary of Neuro Nook Book Club discussion on the gaslit brainKey Message From This EpisodeGaslighting loses power when it is recognized and named. Protecting your brain starts with understanding how manipulation works and trusting your ability to question what does not feel right.Support the PodcastIf this episode helped you better understand brain health and psychological safety:Share this episode with someone who may benefitLeave a review to help others find the showSubscribe for future brain health conversationsContactHave a topic you would like explored on the podcast?Email: podcast@virtualbrainhealthcenter.com
Please enjoy this encore of Word Notes. A system that translates text-based URLs to their underlying numerical IP addresses. CyberWire Glossary link: https://thecyberwire.com/glossary/domain-name-system-dns Audio reference link: HistoryHeard. “History Heard: Paul Mockapetris.” YouTube, YouTube, 5 Apr. 2009.
The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 1 (03.17) – Gary & Shannon start the morning talking about their new Saturday night show, the latest international headlines, and California’s painful gas prices.• Gary & Shannon get compliments on their new Saturday 6–8pm show and tease that it still needs a name, while taking listener talk-backs. • Cuba is facing a major power crisis, while President Trump says it would be his “great honor” to take control — if it ever came to that.• California gas prices soar to $5.52 per gallon, the highest in the nation, far above the $3.71 national average.• The show gives away Virgin Voyages debut party tickets and continues brainstorming what to call the new Saturday night Gary & Shannon show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Digital Drama 3-17-2026 …The HOA Sucks …She is naming the baby, Tulip
Regulation starts with you, not your child. In this conversation, I talk with Lisa Candera, single mom of a now-adult son with autism, profound OCD, and anxiety, about what it actually means to "regulate yourself first." Lisa shares how a long stretch of crisis during the pandemic pushed her to the edge and forced her to find ways to stay grounded in the middle of 911 calls, hospitalizations, and daily meltdowns. We unpack what regulation looks like in real life—pausing instead of rushing in, counting a three-out-of-ten success rate as a huge win, and getting honest about the stories that drive our reactions, especially the "I am failing my child" soundtrack. Lisa talks about turning her parked car into a "car office" for safety and space, setting clear boundaries around aggression, and shifting from lecturing in the moment to making a plan when everyone is calmer. We also talk about raising teens with big emotions and neurodivergent brains. Lisa names the pressure parents feel to foster independence, the fear of "enabling," and the reality that a fifteen-year-old with autism may not be developmentally fifteen. Together we explore scaffolding, praising effort and emerging skills, and holding a both-and: your child is struggling, and you deserve support and compassion too. Key Takeaways Regulation starts with you, not your child. Lisa describes regulation as moving from constantly losing your temper to feeling more grounded and able to respond. You don't have to be calm all the time—small shifts in your reactions can dramatically change the dynamic. A three-out-of-ten success rate is already a big deal. Instead of expecting yourself to get it right every time, Lisa suggests aiming for three regulated responses out of ten. Those moments might happen within minutes, and they still count. Pausing interrupts the automatic pattern. The urge to fix or lecture right away is strong. Even a brief pause can interrupt the usual pattern between you and your child and give you space to choose something different. Your triggers are about you, not just your child's behavior. Lisa discovered that many of her reactions were driven by fear and the belief that she was failing her son. Naming those stories helped her respond with more flexibility and compassion. You can change the dance by changing your part. Parents and kids often fall into predictable interaction patterns. When Lisa shifted how she responded—sometimes leaving the apartment instead of engaging—the pattern changed. Boundaries can include creative safety plans. During COVID, Lisa's plan sometimes involved leaving the apartment and sitting in her car when her son became aggressive. She reframed it as a temporary strategy rather than a failure. Thoughts like "this is an emergency" can escalate things. Parents' nervous systems often interpret big emotions as danger. Expanding your tolerance for discomfort can help you respond to what's actually happening. Scaffolding is not the same as enabling. Developmental level and anxiety matter. Sometimes making a task easier is what allows progress in other areas. Notice and name what your child does well. Highlighting everyday successes helps children internalize the belief that they can do hard things. You are not the baseline for how everyone else should be. Letting go of "I am the standard" creates more room for difference and helps you relate to your child as the person they are. About Lisa Candera Lisa Candera is a single mom of a teen with severe autism and OCD, an attorney, ADHD-er, and the autism mom coach behind The Autism Mom Coach. She helps parents of autistic children learn to regulate themselves first so they can show up for their kids with more calm, compassion, and confidence. Lisa hosts The Autism Mom Podcast, contributes to Autism Parenting Magazine, and presents on parental self-care, emotional regulation, and meltdown de-escalation strategies. About Your Host, Gabriele Nicolet I'm Gabriele Nicolet, toddler whisperer, speech therapist, parenting life coach, and host of Complicated Kids. Each week, I share practical, relationship-based strategies for raising kids with big feelings, big needs, and beautifully different brains. My goal is to help families move from surviving to thriving by building connection, confidence, and clarity at home. Complicated Kids Resources and Links
9:30 - Jeremy and Joe run through potential names for the potential Vegas basketball team in the NBA.
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March 15, 2026: Will Cook
Episode 380 of RevolutionZ, titled WCF End Misogyny and Trump Too, begins with some reactions to our current times. The world is on fire, and we keep producing explanations like they're water. They aren't. This episode opens with a hard question: why do we get mountains of analysis about war and authoritarian politics, quite a lot of it redundant, yet so few concrete proposals for what millions of people can do next week different from last week to actually reduce and end the carnage? If the point of a writer, speaker, or organizer is to strengthen an anti war and anti fascist resistance, then strategy, coordination, escalation, and staying power can't be an afterthought to yet again explaining the roots of our conditions and pointing out how much they hurt. In a couple of weeks people are going to demonstrate in the next No Kings event. I hope ten million or more. Isn't to think about and make proposals regarding what those millions of people might do on that day and still more so how they might proceed when that day runs into the next day, a more important focus than debating causes of the war or reporting its every new communique or casualty? The basics of the war are discussed everywhere. But the future of resistance; not so much. Naming our conditions and their causes matters, but it's not a plan. Then we continue to present The Wind Cries Freedom, my forthcoming oral history of a next American revolution, with its Chapter 24. At a conference in Las Vegas, interviewer Miguel Guevara talks with Alexandra Hanslet and Bill Hampton about gender progress, feminist organizing, and why movements fail when they treat gender and sexuality as optional. The interviewees lay out the reality: even “radical” spaces can reproduce interruption, sidelining, harassment, and invisibility unless they change their structures, not just their language and hopes. Alexandra and Bill describe practical mechanisms RPS adopts: childcare at every event with men sharing equally in the work, leadership, and public speaking roles at least fifty percent women, training and mentoring instead of excuses, and a standard that says if we can't yet do it in a feminist way, we shouldn't do it yet. The chapter pushes further into family life and care work, arguing that comparable empowerment and circumstance must also mean comparable participation in caring activities. Both parts of this episode convey, I hope, that while analysis is important, to cling to analysis mode at the expense of vision and strategy mode defeats self. To passionately debate what's going on and where it came from is essential for arriving at viable and worthy vision and strategy, but to do it to the exclusion of directly addressing vision and strategy mistakes "necessary" for "alone necessary." Support the show
Get Sam & Shaan's pro-level biz resource vault (free): https://clickhubspot.com/kgcm Episode 805: Sam Parr ( https://x.com/theSamParr ) and Shaan Puri ( https://x.com/ShaanVP ) talk to the branding genius behind BlackBerry, Sonos, Vercel and Swiffer about how to create a billion-dollar brand name. — Show Notes: (0:00) Nothing will be used more than your name (2:01) Windsurf (3:50) Swiffer (10:06) Naming game: Fiber startup (17:14) quantity leads to quality (29:46) Problem solving propositions (32:40) Power letters (35:04) How Sam names a company (40:48) Rate this brand (1-10) (47:50) Blackberry (48:24) When to change a name (50:47) Presidential slogans (51:43) Recommended reading (53:39) How David thinks about AI — Check Out Shaan's Stuff: • Shaan's weekly email - https://www.shaanpuri.com • Visit https://www.somewhere.com/mfm to hire worldwide talent like Shaan and get $500 off for being an MFM listener. Hire developers, assistants, marketing pros, sales teams and more for 80% less than US equivalents. • Mercury - Need a bank for your company? Go check out Mercury (mercury.com). Shaan uses it for all of his companies! Mercury is a financial technology company, not an FDIC-insured bank. Banking services provided by Choice Financial Group, Column, N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust, Members FDIC • I run all my newsletters on Beehiiv and you should too + we're giving away $10k to our favorite newsletter, check it out: beehiiv.com/mfm-challenge — Check Out Sam's Stuff: • Hampton - https://www.joinhampton.com/ • Ideation Bootcamp - https://www.ideationbootcamp.co/ • Copy That - https://copythat.com • Hampton Wealth Survey - https://joinhampton.com/wealth • Sam's List - http://samslist.co/ My First Million is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by HubSpot Media // Production by Arie Desormeaux // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano /
Carl and Mike get back into Falcons talk as they share more thoughts on the idea of the team bringing in Tua Tagovailoa and creating a competition for the starting quarterback position, agreeing Tua was the better option in regards to bringing someone in to push Michael Penix Jr.
Good morning. When societies argue about definitions, it can sound technical, the sort of debate lawyers or policymakers care about. But definitions are about something deeper. They show what a society is prepared to recognise, and what it refuses to ignore. This week the government introduced a non-statutory definition of anti-Muslim hostility. Predictably, the conversation has turned to questions of free speech and its limits. Those are important questions. But definitions of prejudice carry another purpose. They tell us whose dignity we are prepared to defend. As a rabbi, I hear these debates with particular sensitivity. Jewish history contains long periods when hostility towards Jews was so normal it barely needed a name. The word antisemitism only entered common language in the nineteenth century, though the prejudice itself was far older. Naming something does not solve it. But it does change the silence around it. I was thinking about that while sharing an Iftar meal during Ramadan. Around the table were Muslims, Jews and others, gathered to break the fast together. Among them was Maoz Inon, an Israeli peace activist whose story carries immense grief. On October 7th his parents were killed when Hamas attacked their home in southern Israel. Many people in his position might understandably turn inward. Instead Maoz has chosen something more demanding: continuing to work for a shared future between Israelis and Palestinians, insisting humanity must survive even deep violence .What struck me that evening was the atmosphere in the room. Everyone arrived with a strong sense of who they were, Muslim, Jewish, secular. No one was asked to soften their identity in order to sit together. In Jewish tradition there is a phrase, b'tzelem Elohim, that every human being is created in the image of God. If every person carries that divine imprint, dignity is not something we negotiate depending on who we agree with. It becomes something we are bound to protect in one another. The debate about anti-Muslim hatred is therefore not only about Muslims. It is about the kind of country we are still trying to become. A Britain confident enough to protect open debate, but serious enough to recognise when prejudice corrodes our common life. Around that Iftar table it felt possible to glimpse that Britain. Not one where difference disappears, but one where faith and identity are brought honestly into the room. Because perhaps the real contribution of religion in public life is this: the insistence that dignity is not a limited resource. And that a confident Britain will be built not by setting identities aside, but by bringing the best of them into the same room.
If you own an IRA, a few simple mistakes can quietly create bigger problems later, including unnecessary taxes, penalties, and outdated beneficiary choices. In this episode, Ken Moraif and Jeremy Thornton walk through seven common IRA mistakes they see over and over and explain how to avoid them with better habits and better planning.They cover the mistakes retirees and pre-retirees make most often, including missing contribution limit increases, forgetting spousal IRA contributions, taking early withdrawals without understanding your options, leaving beneficiary designations outdated, mishandling trusts as IRA beneficiaries, missing required minimum distributions (RMDs), and not planning for how an IRA may affect heirs.If you are over 50, retired, or retiring soon, this is a practical checklist episode to help you stay organized and avoid costly errors. Like and subscribe for more retirement planning episodes.0:00 Intro: Why avoiding mistakes matters0:55 The “tennis” mindset: win by making fewer errors2:10 Mistake 1: Not tracking IRA contribution limit increases4:05 Mistake 2: Forgetting spousal IRA contributions6:00 Mistake 3: Early withdrawals and avoidable penalties8:05 Mistake 4: Outdated IRA beneficiary designations11:10 Mistake 5: Naming a trust incorrectly as IRA beneficiary14:30 Mistake 6: Missing RMDs and penalty risk18:00 Mistake 7: Not planning for heirs and inherited IRA strategy22:10 Wrap-up: Simple habits to prevent costly IRA mistakesRPOA Advisors, Inc. (d/b/a Retirement Planners of America) (“RPOA”) is an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration as an investment adviser is not an endorsement by securities regulators and does not imply that RPOA has attained a certain level of skill or training.This podcast has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon for, personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. RPOA does not provide tax or legal advice. You should consult your own tax and legal advisors before engaging in any transaction or strategy.Opinions expressed are those of RPOA as of the date of publication and are subject to change. Investing involves risks, including possible loss of principal. Diversification and asset allocation do not guarantee a profit, nor do they eliminate the risk of loss. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
This episode starts with a ghost story (yes, really) and quickly turns into a very real conversation about what so many of us are feeling right now: a constant low-grade stress from the chaos and noise of the world. We're talking about the fatigue of nonstop information, the pressure of modern wellness advice, parenting through uncertain times, and how easy it is to feel overwhelmed by it all. But instead of pretending everything's fine, we're leaning into honesty, humor, and connection – reminding us that we're not powerless. Sometimes the most powerful things we can do are simple: move our bodies, talk to people we trust (even the ones we disagree with), find moments of levity… and keep showing up anyway. 3 reminders for staying powerful when the world feels chaotic: That low-grade stress you're feeling? It's real. Global events, nonstop information, and cultural division create a constant background tension that can leave us feeling fatigued and unfocused. Naming it (and acknowledging that many people are feeling it too) is the first step toward managing it. Community matters more than ever. No one person can solve the world's problems. But connection, with friends, family, and even people we disagree with, helps restore perspective, resilience, and a sense that we're not navigating this alone. Wellness doesn't have to be perfect. In a world full of conflicting health advice, the most powerful practices are often the simplest: move your body, talk with people you trust, unplug from the noise when you need to, and allow yourself a little humanity along the way.
Episode 341 hosts Dr John Leonardo (Anaesthesiologist from Toronto, Canada) John join us in Chapter 13 of our Masterclass series of episodes. Here we host global experts with significant experience to teach us about fillers, bio-stimulators, bio-remodellers, polynucleotides, other injectable products and techniques. (For toxin insights, check out our other mini-series, 'The Tox Talks') In Chapter 13 we discuss a sub-niche of aesthetics that John has developed - male sexual aesthetics. We first explore the taboo and stereotypes behind these sorts of male concerns as well as unpacking some of the functional issues that may also need addressing. We then outline the five main treatments that John offers: Penile toxins (GroTox®) for flaccid hang and erectile function Penile filler (P-Girth®) for girth +/- gland enhancement Scrotal toxin (ScroGro®) to relax scrotal retraction, reduce wrinkles and treat hyperhidrosis Scrotal filler (ScroGro®) to increase scrotal size Anal toxin (RimTox®) to relax the internal sphincter for receptive anal sex. John discusses his consultation technique with male aesthetic patients and for each treatment we cover dosing, techniques, product choice, aftercare, costs and complications. 00:00 Introduction 00:40 Meet Dr John Leonardo 01:28 What Is Male Sexual Aesthetics? 03:46 Consultation and Psychology 06:06 How John He Entered The Niche 10:07 Grotox® Mechanism 14:36 Grotox® Protocol and Dosing 21:16 Aftercare, Risks & Longevity 26:34 Pricing, Naming and Industry Context 31:37 P-Girth® - Penile Fillers 35:51 Hybrid Filler and Technique 39:48 Inducing Erections Before Filling 43:32 Penis Sculpting 49:13 Penile Vascular Occlusions 59:12 ScroGro® Toxin Benefits and Method 01:02:24 ScroGro® Filler Protocol 01:06:42 RimTox® 01:13:12 Wrap Up and Resources 01:16:19 Final Outro and Links JOIN THE WAITING LIST FOR IA COMMUNITY (OUR NEW APP) ALL IA LINKS & CONTACT INFORMATION
Episode Summary In this reflective and candid conversation, Brian Miller sits down with Angie Ward, Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program at Denver Seminary, to explore what it means to lead from gravitas rather than persona. Angie shares why she shifted her writing voice toward deeper transparency in her Substack, The Contemplative Leader, and how embracing her full story—including mistakes, introversion, perfectionism, and even complex PTSD—has strengthened rather than weakened her leadership. This episode explores substantial leadership, contemplative presence, authenticity in a performative culture, and why becoming a better person may be the most important credential a coach can earn. Key Themes & Takeaways 1. From Content to Contemplation Angie reflects on her evolution as a writer and leader. Early on, she felt pressure to produce "content-heavy," didactic leadership writing. Over time, she realized people are far less interested in polished expertise and far more drawn to authentic reflection. Her shift: Writing pastorally instead of performatively Sharing lessons learned from real mistakes Letting her voice emerge from who she is, not just what she knows Leadership influence flows from identity, not information. 2. The "Gravitas Era" Angie describes entering what she calls her gravitas era—a season of leadership marked by weight, depth, and grounded presence. Gravitas, in her words, isn't about dominance. It's about: Emotional and spiritual substance Measured speech Deep listening Carrying responsibility without needing applause As leaders mature, their authority shifts from "listen to me" to "there's something steady here." 3. Substantial vs. Performative Leadership Brian references The Great Divorce, noting Lewis' imagery of heaven as a place of increasing substance. The connection? True leadership is about becoming substantial—grounded, present, integrated. Substance does not happen automatically with age. It comes through: Reflection Excavation Honest self-examination Courage to confront woundedness Experience ≠ maturity. Integration = maturity. 4. Redefining Perfection As a self-described recovering perfectionist, Angie reframes perfection not as flawlessness, but as being perfectly present. This includes: Showing up fully Owning mistakes (like spilling communion in front of a church) Admitting introversion and the need to recharge Naming mental health realities The paradox: The more substantial you become, the freer you are with your flaws. 5. Persona vs. Presence Angie pushes back against the "leader mystique" culture—the polished bio, the highlight reel, the curated persona. She reminds listeners: Your bio hides the rhinestone-gluing nights in Indiana. Authority grows from stewarded wounds. People are starving for leaders who feel real. Authenticity cannot be manufactured through tactics. It emerges from integration. 6. Coaching and Becoming a Better Person Brian observes something many coaches discover: To earn a credential like PCC, you don't just learn techniques—you become more aware, more grounded, more emotionally integrated. You cannot ask powerful questions from the outside. You must do the work internally. Substantial leaders ask substantial questions. Memorable Quotes "We lead out of who we are, not just what we do." "I feel like I'm entering my gravitas era." "Experience does not equal maturity." "The more substantial you are, the more free you are with your flaws." "I've had to redefine perfect as perfectly present." Resources Mentioned Angie's Substack: The Contemplative Leader Angie's website: angiewardphd.com The Great Divorce by C. S. Lewis Who This Episode Is For Coaches seeking deeper integration, not just sharper tools Leaders tired of persona-driven leadership culture Christian leaders wrestling with authenticity and authority Anyone who senses they're entering a new season of gravitas Reflection Questions Where might you be leading from persona rather than presence? What wounds or experiences have shaped your gravitas? How would your leadership change if perfection meant "fully present"? What would it look like to steward your voice instead of perform it?
Reformed Design Co: Website Design, Organic Marketing, and Growing from Marion, IllinoisHosts Jennifer Olson and Russell Williams welcome Ben Childers of Reformed Design Co, a Marion, Illinois-based creative marketing agency specializing in website design, branding, and digital ads. Childers shares how he moved from an SIU marketing degree into small-business roles that grew into running marketing for four businesses, then launched Reform Design Co in 2023. He explains the company name's roots in “always reforming,” discusses hiring his brother and using project-based help, and describes common website pitfalls like “build it and forget it,” emphasizing ongoing maintenance and regular updates. He outlines a marketing approach that prioritizes organic channels before paid ads, compares retail vs e-commerce customer loyalty, notes frustrations with platform support, recommends Alex Hormozi's resources, and offers free 30-minute website audits at reformedco.com while aiming to expand local client work by 2026.00:00 Welcome and Sponsors00:50 Meet Ben and Reformed Design01:34 From SIU to Agency Founder03:03 Why the Name Reform04:07 Team and Website Focus05:24 Websites Need Maintenance06:48 Marketing Basics for Owners07:45 Organic First Social Strategy10:43 Onboarding and Leaky Bucket12:03 Entrepreneur Challenges and Learning14:31 Scaling Locally15:25 Delegating Coding Work16:40 AI Design Pitfalls18:06 Naming and SEO Basics20:15 Client Niches Split20:49 Retail vs Ecommerce23:16 Website Updates Matter24:39 Marketing Degree Advice28:26 Why and How to Connect30:00 Sponsors and Wrap UpRecorded at EThOs Small Business Incubator and Co-working Spaces in Marion, Illinois.https://members.ethosmarion.org/ SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTOur guest: https://reformedco.com/
Episode SummaryThis episode explores what happens when the place meant to nurture your soul becomes the source of your deepest wounds. Keana unpacks the reality of spiritual trauma, why it's often hard to name, and how the body, mind, and spirit respond when harm is done in the name of God. Drawing from the work of leading trauma experts, this conversation helps listeners understand their experiences with clarity, compassion, and without shame.What We Cover in This EpisodeWhat spiritual trauma is and why it's often misunderstoodHow church hurt impacts the body, emotions, and nervous systemWhy naming the harm is the first step toward healingThe difference between God and harmful religious systemsHow spiritual trauma affects identity, trust, and connectionGentle reflection questions to help listeners explore their own experiencesInsights from Leading Psychologists & Trauma ResearchersThis episode integrates wisdom from respected voices in trauma science:Dr. Diane Langberg — Spiritual trauma as harm done in the name of GodDr. Judith Herman — Trauma as a violation of trust that overwhelms copingDr. Bessel van der Kolk — Trauma's imprint on the body and nervous systemDr. Stephen Porges — Polyvagal Theory and why spiritual triggers feel so intenseDr. Kristin Neff — Self‑compassion as a foundation for healingThese perspectives help listeners understand that their reactions are not spiritual failures they are human responses to harm.Key Signs of Spiritual TraumaAnxiety or panic in church settingsFear-based relationship with GodShame or guilt tied to religious teachingsHypervigilance around pastors or authority figuresEmotional numbness or shutdown during prayer or worshipConfusion about what is “God” versus what is “church conditioning”Reflection Questions from the EpisodeListeners are invited to gently explore:What parts of church once felt safe but no longer do?What beliefs created fear instead of freedom?When did your body first signal that something was wrong?What parts of your story have you minimized or dismissed?What would it feel like to tell the truth about your experience?A Compassionate ReframeKeana reminds listeners that:You are not weak for being hurt.You are not disloyal for naming what happened.You are not betraying God by acknowledging harm.God is not the trauma you experienced.Healing honors your dignity and your relationship with the divine.Resources MentionedThe Body Keeps the Score — Dr. Bessel van der KolkRedeeming Power — Dr. Diane LangbergTrauma and Recovery — Dr. Judith HermanPolyvagal Theory — Dr. Stephen PorgesSelf‑Compassion Research — Dr. Kristin NeffClosing EncouragementYou are not alone. Your story matters. Naming spiritual trauma is not the end of your faith it's the beginning of healing, clarity, and reconnecting with God in a way that is safe, grounded, and true.
In this episode, Steve Hall and Eric Helms discuss the evolution of their podcast, the importance of community feedback, and the dynamics of online culture. They delve into personality traits that influence social media behavior, the misconceptions surrounding pop science, and the significance of evidence-based practices in coaching and bodybuilding. Eric shares insights about his new role in academia and the responsibilities that come with it, while also exploring the 1% factors that can lead to success in bodybuilding. The conversation wraps up with a discussion on supplements, health practices, and the importance of being informed about one's health. If you're in the market for some lifting gear or apparel, please consider supporting our friends over at elitefts.com (and use code "MRR10" for a 10% discount!) Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Naming the Podcast 02:48 The Psychology of Online Fitness Culture 05:39 Personality Traits and Social Media Engagement 08:05 Debunking Pop Psychology Myths 10:48 The Evolution of Online Coaching 13:49 Eric's New Role and Responsibilities 16:40 Leadership in Academia 19:22 The Structure of Academic Institutions 22:10 Reflections on Leadership and Responsibility 37:07 The Pursuit of the 1% in Bodybuilding 40:04 Training Philosophy and Personal Context 43:01 Evaluating Training Volume and Time Management 45:41 Investing in Muscle Growth: The Cost-Benefit Analysis 49:27 The Role of Supplements and Nutrition 55:39 Final Thoughts and Future Discussions
Emotions can ruin the day when we don't know what to do with them. In this episode, I walk you through a simple three-step process: name the emotion, accept it, and process it—so feelings stop overwhelming you or leaking out in ways you don't want. You'll learn why expanding your emotional vocabulary matters, why resisting feelings makes them louder, and how to let emotions move through your body in a healthy way. Emotions Wheel: https://www.dianaswillinger.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Emotions-Wheel.pdf
Faith Fueled Woman - Daily Devotional, Bible Study for Women, Prayer, Talk to God
Unprocessed trauma does not simply disappear. It shapes our patterns, relationships, and even our view of God.In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Mary DeMuth to talk about what happens when we suppress our stories and why healing begins with honest acknowledgment. Mary shares how untold pain keeps us stuck and how Jesus meets us in the very places we would rather avoid.We discuss the courage it takes to confront past wounds, the role of community in restoration, and the truth that healing is not a one time moment but a layered journey. If you have ever wondered why certain struggles keep resurfacing, or if you feel hesitant to share your story, this episode will help you understand why your voice matters.Your past does not get the final word. God is still writing your futuTakeaways• Suppressed trauma often shows up in repeated patterns and emotional triggers• An untold story remains unhealed and keeps you isolated• Naming your pain is a critical step toward freedom• Jesus restores what shame tries to silence• Healing requires safe community and honest conversation• Forgiveness is layered and unfolds over time• God can redeem even the most painful chapters for purposeConnect with Mary at https://marydemuth.comGrab the Rewire Your Mind: From Negativity to Joy- download here.Grab the Joy Rising- Daily Gratitude & Joy Journal here.Download My Free Joyful Living Devotional: https://kristinfitch.com/devotionalReady to take your first step towards a more joyful, faith-filled life? Download our Reignite Your Passion Workbook and start living with purpose today!Christian trauma healing, healing trauma through Christ, Mary DeMuth interview, overcoming past trauma, faith and mental health, emotional healing for Christian women, sharing your testimony, Christian podcast on healing, spiritual growth after trauma, restoration through Jesus, breaking unhealthy patterns, vulnerability and faith, community and healing, forgiveness and trauma recovery, Christian personal growth podcast
Let us know what you think about this episode and share it with a friend!A raw, hope-filled conversation with author and ministry leader Willow Weston about childhood pain, a radical encounter with Jesus, and the honest work of forgiveness that turns wounded collisions into healing ones. We explore naming hurts, stopping reinjury cycles, and saying small yeses that God multiplies.• Collide's mission to create spaces where women meet Jesus and find healing• Willow's early trauma and surrender to Christ at 21• The closet moment that led to counseling and change• How wounded collisions become healing collisions with Jesus• Small obediences that grew into a nationwide ministry• A decades-long prayer that revealed God's pursuit• Forgiveness as a freeing process, not a single act• Naming pain to break bitterness and stop sideways hurt• Reinjury, identity lies, and letting Scripture tell the truth• How to connect with Collide events and resourcesEveryone has to get this book. We're giving away 5 copies of the book to people who enter our giveaway at stephanienelson.com. Sign up for the email newsletter to get a chance to win!Connect with Willow West on at https://www.willowweston.com/ Save 70%! Order Stephanie's book Imagine More: Do What You Love, Discover Your Potential Learn more at StephanieNelson.comFollow us on Instagram @stephanie_nelson_cmFollow us on Facebook at CouponMom
Allie spent 26 years drinking, built a career in the music industry, and ran marathons and 100‑mile ultras trying to outrun how much she hated herself. On the outside she was the hard‑drinking goth with the dream job and big races; on the inside she was depressed, suicidal, and convinced the next achievement would finally make her “enough.”In this episode, Allie shares how lockdown and a near‑suicide moment forced her to stop running from herself, get sober at 40, lose everything – and then slowly rebuild a life based on her values: kindness, honesty and integrity. We dive into alcohol, ultra running, identity, why you can't outperform self‑hate, and how she now coaches others to focus on mindset over medals and “do the work” one honest action at a time.Timestamps0:00 – Meet Allie: music industry, ultra running & why she finally stopped drinking1:26 – Childhood & first drink: big family, no space for feelings, discovering alcohol at 144:00 – Dream job, nightmare culture: record label life, “you're lucky to be here” & work‑hard/play‑hard drinking9:40 – Running to cope: first run to avoid suicide, marathons & 100‑mile races while still drinking16:25 – Lockdown & rock bottom: isolation, toxic relationship & the night she planned to end her life19:46 – Therapy & values: meeting Theo, ACT, and uncovering kindness, honesty & integrity as core values26:00 – Rebuilding sober: starting a coaching business, mindset > medals, and redefining success in sportKey TakeawaysYou can't outrun self‑hateNo race, job title or external achievement will fix an internal belief that you're not enough. Allie proves you can be “killing it” on paper and still be dying inside.Alcohol sells you a lieIt presents itself as the solution to anxiety, trauma and impostor syndrome, while quietly making them worse. For Allie, alcohol wasn't the problem… until she realised it had become her whole personality.Sport can be a mask as much as a medicineUltra running gave Allie purpose and community, but it also became a way to prove she was “fine”. You can be running marathons and 100‑milers and still be deeply unwell.Values are a turning point, not a buzzwordIdentifying kindness, honesty and integrity as her core values – and realising she'd been living against them – was the real catalyst for change, more than any single race or event.There's no self‑sabotage, only self‑preservationThose urges to quit, to pull the plug or to stay small are often your brain trying to protect you from pain. Naming that changes how you respond to it.Mindset > medals (and times are neutral)Allie reframes success around what you can control: process, effort, joy, community and integrity. Finish times and podiums are byproducts, not the point.Doing the work is daily, not dramaticJournaling, tiny honest decisions, and repeatedly choosing actions that match your values matter more than one big “rock bottom” moment or a single breakthrough.Failure and mess make the best stories – and the most growthDNFs, hallucinations, disgusting porta‑loo moments and “I completely screwed that up” races are where she learned the most about herself, and where listeners can recognise their own patterns too.Allie on Socials : IG @Ab_runsAllies BookJoin Dare Club: ClubShop: www.shewhodareswins.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Finding Hope in the Deepest Pain What happens when the unthinkable becomes your reality—and yet you still choose faith? In today's deeply moving episode, Leslie sits down with Hope Hooton, a courageous mother, advocate, and follower of Jesus whose life changed forever in May 2024 when her two children, Alec and Lydia, were tragically killed during court-ordered visitation with their father. In the midst of unspeakable grief, Hope has chosen to trust God and use her voice to protect other children. Through her testimony, advocacy, and new memoir releasing today, Hope reminds us that even in devastating loss, God's presence can still be found—and that purpose can rise from the deepest pain. Key Takeaways Recognizing the Red Flags of Abuse Looking back, Hope can now clearly see the warning signs in her marriage—manipulation, gaslighting, emotional control, financial abuse, and power struggles. Abuse rarely starts dramatically; it often unfolds subtly over time. Naming these patterns is the first step toward protecting yourself and your children. When Systems Fail to Protect Children Despite documented domestic violence and severe mental illness, the court granted Hope's husband unsupervised visitation with their young children. This devastating decision highlights a heartbreaking reality many mothers face: the family court system often prioritizes parental rights over child safety. Faith That Holds in the Darkest Night After losing her children, Hope's life as she knew it disappeared overnight. Yet in her grief, she clung tightly to God's presence—spending time in prayer, journaling, and meditating on Scripture. Proverbs 3:5–6 became her lifeline: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” Turning Tragedy Into Purpose Hope refused to allow her children's story to end in silence. Through her social media platform Hope In The Pain, she shares encouragement, faith, and the reality of walking through grief with God. She also hosts the Voices Against Filicide Podcast, raising awareness about domestic violence, the abuse cycle, and cases of child homicide across the country. Honoring Alec and Lydia Through Advocacy Hope is now working with Arizona lawmakers to create stronger protections for children in custody cases. Her advocacy is helping bring critical attention to how family courts handle domestic violence and mental illness when making custody decisions. Resources Mentioned Hope's New Memoir is Available TODAY (March 9): There's Still Hope: A Journey of Adversity, Tragedy, and Unbreakable Faith Arizona Legislation Honoring Alec & Lydia Arizona legislation HB2995 has already passed the Arizona House of Representatives and is now moving forward to the Arizona Senate. This bill, referred to as The Alec and Lydia Act, aims to strengthen protections for children in family court cases by ensuring judges receive training in domestic violence, coercive control, trauma response, and mental illness when making custody decisions. Please join us in praying that this legislation passes the Arizona Senate, helping protect vulnerable children and families across the state. Hope's Podcast: Voices Against Filicide Follow Hope on Social Media: Hope In The Pain (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube) Hope's Links and Advocacy Resources: https://linktr.ee/hopeinthepain?utm_source=linktree_profile_share
Have you ever finished a client session feeling more drained than expected even though nothing “went wrong”? You asked thoughtful questions, gave solid recommendations, and stayed professional… yet something felt off. In this episode, we unpack five subtle communication mistakes that often show up in follow-up sessions especially in telehealth and private practice. These aren't rookie errors. They're patterns thoughtful, competent dietitians fall into when juggling pacing, documentation, emotional cues, and decision-making all at once. The good news? You don't need to fix everything. You just need to identify one mistake that's costing you the most energy right now.
Your thoughts are not facts, but your brain is really good at convincing you otherwise.Irrational thinking and negative thought patterns are something every one of us deals with, but few of us are taught how to actually manage them. In this episode, we dig into the practical side of mental health and emotional resilience — how to separate your thoughts from reality, why your physiology has more influence over your mindset than you think, and why naming your emotions is one of the most underrated self-improvement tools available to you. If mindfulness feels too abstract and you want real strategies for managing negative thoughts and building mental resilience, this one is for you.In this episode you'll discover: - Differentiating thoughts from reality- Impact of physiology on thinking- Level setting expectations- Getting comfortable with discomfortYour takeaways: - You can't believe everything you think, especially in negative spirals.- Physiology influences mental clarity; rest and recovery are essential.- Naming feelings helps identify root causes of irrational thoughts.- Realistic expectations prevent unnecessary mental spirals.- Movement and action can break patterns of negative thinking.- Embracing discomfort is key to growth and resilience.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Managing Irrational Thinking01:10 Understanding Irrational Thinking02:57 Physiology and Its Impact on Thought05:42 Identifying and Naming Emotions07:58 Setting Realistic Expectations10:25 The Power of Movement and DiscomfortResources mentioned: Next Level Nutrition Health Coaching Program---------
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Join the dialogue - text your questions, insights, and feedback to The Dignity Lab podcast.In this conversation, Jennifer Griggs discusses the significance of naming emotions in the healing process, emphasizing how it aids in emotional recovery and allows individuals to explore deeper feelings that may have been suppressed.TakeawaysThe literature on forgiveness highlights the importance of naming emotions.Naming emotions with precision is crucial for healing.Alexithymia, a common condition, can make naming and processing emotions more difficult.Understanding our emotional experience can lead to better mental health.Digging deeper into our feelings can reveal suppressed emotions.The process of forgiveness is intertwined with emotional awareness.Emotional healing requires a comprehensive understanding of our feelings.The journey of healing often involves confronting uncomfortable emotions.Exploring what it means to live and lead with dignity at work, in our families, in our communities, and in the world. What is dignity? How can we honor the dignity of others? And how can we repair and reclaim our dignity after harm? Tune in to hear stories about violations of dignity and ways in which we heal, forgive, and make choices about how we show up in a chaotic and fractured world. Hosted by physician and coach Jennifer Griggs.For more information on the podcast, please visit www.thedignitylab.com.For more information on podcast host Dr. Jennifer Griggs, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/.For additional free resources, including the periodic table of dignity elements, please visit https://jennifergriggs.com/resources/.The Dignity Lab is an affiliate of Bookshop.org and will receive 10% of the purchase price when you click through and make a purchase. This supports our production and hosting costs. Bookshop.org doesn't earn money off bookstore sales, all profits go to independent bookstores. We encourage our listeners to purchase books through Bookshop.org for this reason.
Is is possible to go through life without being hurt? Of course not. We can deny the hurt exists, and push it down deep inside. Naming that hurt is essential to healing and forgiveness. When we hurt, it can feel as thos something is wrong with the world, and also with us. We have the power to name and release the hurt as part of the forgiveness process. Our message today comes from Pastor Sarah. Our Gospel lesson comes from John Chapter 13 verses 21-30, and our lesson comes from Psalm 69.
The Grow From Your Heart Podcast - Hosted by Rasta Jeff of Irie Genetics
Welcome back to the Grow From Your Heart Podcast with your host Rasta Jeff! Leave comments and tell me what you think of the show! Visit AC Infinity and use code IRIEARMY to save 10%. https://www.acinfinity.com/ref=RASTAJEFF&utm_campaign=affiliate_promotions&utm_medium=social&utm_source=affiliate Check out the new Spectron Cameras HERE! https://acinfinity.com/spectron-7-ai-powered-grow-camera-4k-with-thermal-imaging-and-under-canopy-vision/?ref=RASTAJEFF&utm_campaign=affiliate_promotions&utm_medium=social&utm_source=affiliate ACI High CFM Kits are here! https://acinfinity.com/heavy-duty-mounting-bars-for-5×5-grow-tents-high-airflow-cfm-kit/?ref=RASTAJEFF&search_query=high%20cfm&searchid=3562752&utm_campaign=affiliate_promotions&utm_medium=social&utm_source=affiliate
The final hour of Evan & Tiki is loaded with football, baseball, and classic sports radio chaos. The guys react to new comments from Matt Nagy, who praised rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart and compared his leadership traits to stars like Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, and Lamar Jackson. The discussion turns to whether Dart's physical playing style needs to change as he begins his NFL career.
L'épisode que vous allez écouter est une rediffusion d'un épisode initialement diffusé le 7 février 2025. Laurent Kretz reçoit Olivier Auroy, cofondateur d'Onomaturge, une agence experte en branding et en naming.Trouver un nom de marque ne se résume pas à une bonne idée crayonnée sur un coin de table, ou un mot qui “sonne bien”. Il représente un choix stratégique. Un nom doit porter une vision, incarner un positionnement, traverser parfois les frontières et évoluer avec l'entreprise. Au micro, Olivier Auroy nous emmène dans les dessous du naming :00:03:08 - Un onomaturge, c'est quoi et comment travaille-t-il ?00:07:39 - Qu'est-ce qu'un bon nom et pourquoi certains restent en tête ?00:16:53 - Les filtres essentiels : juridique, linguistique et SEO00:22:38 - Pourquoi l'émotion et l'intuition sont cruciales dans le choix d'un nom00:32:10 - Les pièges des tendances et des modes dans le namingEt quelques dernières infos à vous partager :Suivez Le Panier sur Instagram @lepanier.podcast !Inscrivez- vous à la newsletter sur lepanier.io pour cartonner en e-comm !Écoutez les épisodes sur Apple Podcasts, Spotify ou encore Podcast AddictHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.(0:00 - 21:35) Andrew Salciunas and Amy Fadool name some unwritten rules in society that every person should follow. Sean Rodman reads texts from listeners who gave their unwritten rules.(21:48 - 34:14) Andrew and Amy give their thoughts on the World Baseball Classic. Then, some more unwritten rules in society.(34:26 - 44:42) Naming even more unwritten rules in society. Which teams are monitoring A.J. Brown? To end the show, Ask Me Amything with Amy Fadool.For the latest updates, visit the show page Kincade & Salciunas on 975thefanatic.com. Follow 97.5 The Fanatic on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Watch our shows on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Philly's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
RESOURCES- Join me in Lotus Rising Premium Coaching at danettecoaching.com - Free of artificial flavors, sugars, and dyes- It's only 5 calories per serving, and every order comes with a 365-day money-back guarantee so you can try it risk-free. Visit nativehydrate.com/DANETTE to see what Native Hydrate could do for your health.- Struggling with hair shedding or slow growth? Try Liposomal Hair Renewal with AnaGain Nu for fuller, healthier-looking hair. Exclusive offer for The Danette May Show listeners at renewyourhair.com/danettemay CONNECT WITH DANETTEInstagram: @thedanettemayFacebook: Danette MayTikTok: @thedanettemayNEW TV Show on Youtube: @TheDanetteMayListen to The Danette May ShowRead my book: danettemay.com/embraceabundancebookGet The Rise book: therisebook.comWork with Danette: danettemay.comIn this episode, I'm sharing a guided visualization recorded live at our annual Lotus Rising Live event, where I walk you through a powerful practice of surrender, self-worth, and releasing the patterns that keep you stuck. So often we move through life repeating the same emotional loops without realizing the deeper belief driving them. In this meditation, I invite you to slow down, breathe, and gently uncover the belief connected to a pattern in your life that may be rooted in feeling unworthy.Together, we enter a calming visualization where you create a safe inner space, clarify a true desire that belongs fully to you, and symbolically plant that intention so it can grow. From there, I guide you through releasing the belief or pattern blocking that desire so you can return feeling lighter, more aligned, and more connected to your worth. If this meditation resonates with you, I'd also love to invite our Lotus Rising community to join me in Sedona on September 12th for Lotus Rising Live. You can learn more at danettecoaching.com.IN THIS EPISODE:(0:00) Welcome + Lotus Rising Live invite(1:12) Why surrender is essential for healing(3:47) Naming your true desire(4:43) Identifying the belief loop(5:37) Patterns in love, health, and self-worth(7:04) Preparing for the guided visualization(7:37) Breath and body relaxation(11:13) Entering your safe inner space(13:37) Writing and planting your desire(16:10) Releasing the belief blocking you(17:07) Returning and integrating the meditation
What's the difference between a concept and a conceit — and why does confusing the two quietly sabotage so many comics? In this episode, Brad and Dave break down one of the most important (and misunderstood) distinctions in storytelling. A concept is the engine that drives your story forward. A conceit is a clever wrapper that might look great… but doesn't go anywhere. If you've ever launched a comic that felt strong at first but ran out of momentum, this conversation will hit home. We talk about: Why constraints actually fuel creativity How to test whether your idea has real staying power The danger of building a comic around a gimmick And how to strengthen your story before you spend months drawing it Today's show: A comic without recurring characters UPDATE: ComicLab accent challenge UPDATE: Amazon Advantage UPDATE: DoubleDogBook.com How to do a sarcastic word balloon Takeaways Character design plays a crucial role in storytelling. Comics can thrive without a central protagonist. Idea-driven comics have historical precedence. Naming a comic can be a challenging but essential task. Feedback is vital in the creative process. Constraints can enhance creativity and focus. Monosyllabic titles are often more memorable. A good title can significantly impact a comic's success. The creative journey involves trial and error. Sharing ideas at smaller levels can reveal what resonates. Avoiding sunk cost fallacy is crucial in decision-making. Amazon Advantage can lead to unexpected losses. Understanding the costs of shipping is essential for profitability. Sarcasm in comics requires careful visual and textual cues. Bold lettering can enhance the impact of sarcasm. Walt Kelly's techniques in lettering were innovative but sometimes excessive. Comic creators should consider the visual presentation of dialogue. A well-crafted word balloon can convey emotion effectively. The legacy of past cartoonists informs current practices. You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.
One year ago, Robin and Hector came on the show after their first year together. Now they're back for a relationship “State of the Union.” Using a framework from the Gottman Method, Zach walks them through four powerful questions designed to help couples stay connected, prevent resentment, and strengthen emotional safety: What did we get right? How can I specifically appreciate you? Is there anything we need to repair? What's coming up, and how can I support you? What unfolds is a masterclass in intentional love. They talk about: Learning empathy at a deeper level Building safety through micro-moments Giving each other the benefit of the doubt Taking accountability before blame creeps in Naming insecurities instead of letting them grow Supporting each other through major life transitions Robin is launching her book Real Love Ready: A Guide to Relational Literacy. Hector is preparing for a major hiking trip. They're opening a taco shop. They're blending families. They're building businesses. And through it all, they're keeping their relationship clear. This episode is both an update and a practical tool you can use immediately in your own relationship. What You'll Learn in This Episode How to conduct a weekly “State of the Union” conversation Why positive sentiment must come before hard conversations The power of leading with accountability instead of accusation How empathy transforms conflict Why repair attempts should happen quickly How to name insecurities before they become explosions What it means to “keep the relationship clear” How to support your partner through busy seasons The Four Questions (State of the Union Framework) If you want to try this at home, here are the questions Zach uses: What did we get right this week? How can I specifically appreciate or celebrate you? Is there anything we need to repair, revisit, or apologize for? What's coming up, and how can I support you? When practiced regularly, this keeps small issues from turning into big ones—and builds an emotional bank account that protects your relationship. Guest Info Robin Founder of Real Love Ready Website: https://www.realloveready.com Conference (In Bloom): April 10–12 Book: Real Love Ready: A Guide to Relational Literacy (Available April 7) Robin's work centers around relational literacy—breaking down big relationship concepts into practical, learnable skills. Hector Entrepreneur, chef, and emotional growth enthusiast. Co-founder of their upcoming taco venture Creator of a long-perfected chili oil recipe (15 years in the making!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
One year ago, Robin and Hector came on the show after their first year together. Now they're back for a relationship “State of the Union.” Using a framework from the Gottman Method, Zach walks them through four powerful questions designed to help couples stay connected, prevent resentment, and strengthen emotional safety: What did we get right? How can I specifically appreciate you? Is there anything we need to repair? What's coming up, and how can I support you? What unfolds is a masterclass in intentional love. They talk about: Learning empathy at a deeper level Building safety through micro-moments Giving each other the benefit of the doubt Taking accountability before blame creeps in Naming insecurities instead of letting them grow Supporting each other through major life transitions Robin is launching her book Real Love Ready: A Guide to Relational Literacy. Hector is preparing for a major hiking trip. They're opening a taco shop. They're blending families. They're building businesses. And through it all, they're keeping their relationship clear. This episode is both an update and a practical tool you can use immediately in your own relationship. What You'll Learn in This Episode How to conduct a weekly “State of the Union” conversation Why positive sentiment must come before hard conversations The power of leading with accountability instead of accusation How empathy transforms conflict Why repair attempts should happen quickly How to name insecurities before they become explosions What it means to “keep the relationship clear” How to support your partner through busy seasons The Four Questions (State of the Union Framework) If you want to try this at home, here are the questions Zach uses: What did we get right this week? How can I specifically appreciate or celebrate you? Is there anything we need to repair, revisit, or apologize for? What's coming up, and how can I support you? When practiced regularly, this keeps small issues from turning into big ones—and builds an emotional bank account that protects your relationship. Guest Info Robin Founder of Real Love Ready Website: https://www.realloveready.com Conference (In Bloom): April 10–12 Book: Real Love Ready: A Guide to Relational Literacy (Available April 7) Robin's work centers around relational literacy—breaking down big relationship concepts into practical, learnable skills. Hector Entrepreneur, chef, and emotional growth enthusiast. Co-founder of their upcoming taco venture Creator of a long-perfected chili oil recipe (15 years in the making!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(00:00) Fred, Hardy and Wallach continue the conversation of naming babies with the callers.(xx:xx) Chad Graff from the Athletic joins Toucher & Hardy to discuss the Patriots offseason needs and their approach to the draft and free agency.(xx:xx) Fred vaguely remembers the VIP ticket experience he himself purchased for his daughter to go see A$AP Rocky in concert over the summer.Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) Producer, Nick Gemelli calls in to provide an update on the birth of his second child and the process of selecting a name.(20:30) JIM MCBRIDE, Bruins columnist for the Boston Globe joins the show ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline this Friday.(32:13) The guys discuss the process of naming your offspring and the similarities of the names Miles and Milo.Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Most of us were never taught how to communicate in relationships. So we react. We defend. We assume. We build resentment. In this solo episode, John reframes “communication” as something deeper: intimacy, attunement, and repair. Because it's not the conflict that destroys relationships — it's the lack of repair. John breaks down how to “fight without fighting,” including: • Trying to understand before trying to be understood • Naming your activation instead of attacking • Taking ownership to create repair • Setting intentional time to practice connection • Using I statements and watching tone • Using touch and body language to soften conflict • Listening while considering your partner's story Healthy intimacy isn't chemistry. It's skill. And every conflict is a chance to break a pattern — or repeat one.
HITM: We get an update on Jamie's new horse and our “Home for Every Horse” highlight rescue of the month is the Colorado Horse Rescue. We also have a trade show interview from Ace Equestrian and find out what were some of the strangest jobs our listeners have had. Listen in…AUDITOR POST SHOW: Making friends as adults.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3895– Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm and Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreTitle Sponsor: WERM FlooringPic Credit: Jamie and Colorado Horse RescueGuest: Grace Johnson - Placement Program Manager for Colorado Horse RescueLink: Rescue horse of the month, TacoTrade Show Product: PRO4MANCE | KOLD FEET ICE BOOTSAdditional support for this podcast provided by: My New Horse, Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps: 05:12- Daily Whinnies05:24 - Jamie's racehorse “Money Problem” update07:06 - New Andalusian stallion arrives09:30 - Planning stallion's castration trip15:09- Naming the horse21:11- Colorado Horse Rescue interview34:49- Featured adoptable pony “Taco”40:00- Ace Equestrian cold feet ice boots interview44:49- Weird/wacky past jobs01:02:80 - Auditor Post Show
Bret Anthony Johnston is the author of the award-winning short story collection Corpus Christi, the novels We Burn Daylight and Remember Me Like This and the editor of Naming the World: And Other Exercises for the Creative Writer. His short stories have been published in anthologized in New Stories from the South: The Year's Best; The O. Henry Prize Stories and The Best American Short Stories. His work has been widely translated and appears in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, Esquire, The Paris Review, The New York Times Magazine and Virginia Quarterly Review. He is the Director of the Michener Center for Writers at the University of Texas at Austin. His new short story collection is Encounters with Unexpected Animals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Grow From Your Heart Podcast - Hosted by Rasta Jeff of Irie Genetics
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Republican strategists say President Trump needs a reset in his State of the Union tonight, with new NPR polling showing 60% of Americans think the country is worse off than a year ago.Mexico is still reeling from cartel violence after a military operation killed the country's biggest drug lord, El Mencho, and triggered a wave of retaliation, raising questions about whether the government can take on the cartels without fueling even more violence.And an NPR investigation finds the Justice Department removed or withheld dozens of pages from the Epstein files database that include allegations mentioning President Trump, even as the administration says it has released everything.Want more analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Rebekah Metzler, Rebecca Rosman, Megan Pratz, Mohamad ElBardicy, and Alice Woelfle.It was produced by Ziad Buchh and Nia Dumas.Our director is Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from Neisha Heinis. Our technical director is Carleigh Strange.Our Supervising Senior Producer is Vince Pearson.(0:00) Introduction(02:16) Trump State of the Union Strategy(05:57) Mexico Cartel Violence (09:43) Epstein Files Naming TrumpLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Stopping the shame spiral—what if the fastest way out isn't more willpower, but more compassion? In this episode of Alcohol Freedom Coaching, Coach Hayley supports Carol, a newly retired grandmother who felt “so far behind” after a vacation slip, and Coach Cole guides Nancy, a devoted mom caring for a daughter with complex special needs, who's learning to relax without wine and let go of “I should be doing more” guilt. Together, they model how to shift from self-blame to curiosity, build emotion-based goals (happiness, energy, motivation), and reconnect with support inside The Path. In Carol's session: Naming the belief: “I'm so far behind” vs. “I'm exactly where I'm meant to be.” Turning slips into data points—not identity—and choosing curiosity over criticism. Building emotion-based goals: happiness, energy, motivation as a north star. Breaking overwhelm: 15-minute re-entry (one video, one call, one journal prompt). Navigating travel and social events without defaulting to comparison or shame. Finding connection again: taking up space on calls even when you feel “not bad enough.” Practical reframe for 3 a.m. thoughts and night-after guilt. Tools for stopping the shame spiral after a vacation or wedding slip .…and more. In Nancy's session: Spotting guilt in the body (chest/shoulders tightness) and softening with micro-moments. Permission slips: letting older siblings help, one small experiment at a time. Replacing the 4 p.m. wine ritual with soothing, sensory evening routines. Distinguishing healthy guilt (course-correct) from toxic shame (self-attack). Creating a “treat” that isn't alcohol: porch time, breathwork, a few pages of a novel. Scripts to ask for help without apologizing for your needs.How curiosity interrupts ruminating about “not doing enough.” Practical ideas for stopping the shame spiral when responsibilities feel nonstop .…and more. Hayley Scherders is a certified TNM Coach with training from the Canadian Addiction and Mental Health Association. Drawing from personal experiences, Hayley understands how tough change can be and provides a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space where her clients can feel supported. She believes that with the right mindset, anyone can change their life at any time. Learn more about Coach Hayley: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/hayley-scherders/ Cole Harvey is a certified Naked Mind Senior Coach. For years, he felt lost and used alcohol as a way to cope, until he decided to go alcohol-free and focus on finding his purpose. Through curiosity, self-compassion, and adventure, he transformed his life. As a habit change and mindset coach, Cole helps young men understand themselves, build better habits, and find meaning. Learn more about Coach Cole: https://thisnakedmind.com/coach/cole-harvey/ Episode links: nakedmindpath.com Related Episodes: How can I not feel guilty for all the time I spent trying to fix myself? - Reader Question - E240 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-240-reader-question-how-can-i-not-feel-guilty-for-all-the-time-i-spent-trying-to-fix-myself/ How to Explore Drinking Without Judgment - Alcohol Freedom Coaching - E813 - https://thisnakedmind.com/how-to-explore-drinking-without-judgment-alcohol-freedom-coaching-e813/ Ready to take the next step on your journey? Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious! Quince: Go to Quince.com/naked for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns Hungryroot: Get 40% off your first box + a free item for life at Hungryroot.com/mind with code mind BetterHelp: BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/nakedmind Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Shopify.com/mind