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In this episode Slappin' Glass welcomes back one of Europe's most thoughtful and dynamic coaching voices, Andrea Trinchieri. Coach Trinchieri returns for a wide-ranging conversation on defensive identity, in-game coaching, leadership evolution, and the modern coach–player relationship.With most teams deep into the season, the discussion begins around identity — and whether it's ever truly fixed. Coach Trinchieri frames the basketball season as evolution, requiring adaptability, clarity of core values, and defensive systems that can toggle aggression without overhauling structure. From simplifying coverage to managing player psychology, this episode dives into the balance between tactical precision and human connection.Throughout the conversation, Coach Trinchieri shares his philosophy on:Why simplicity — not complexity — often produces the best defensive resultsHow to “upgrade” or “downgrade” a base coverage without disrupting rotationsThe psychological reality that players find rhythm through offense before committing defensivelyThe importance of situational awareness in managing substitutions and early-game momentumLayered rebounding principles and how to incentivize “no man's land” effort playsWhen and why to implement tagging concepts on the offensive glassThe evolving coach–player dynamic in an era shaped by NIL and social mediaThe episode also features a compelling round of Start, Sub, or Sit, where Coach Trinchieri breaks down what he prioritizes at the start of games, which statistical margins matter most (rebounding, free throws, turnovers), and how in-game evaluation must remain fluid and situational.At its core, this episode centers on a driving question:How can coaches evolve tactically while strengthening the relationships that ultimately define success?For coaches seeking insight into defensive structure, in-game management, leadership philosophy, and sustainable team identity, this conversation delivers a masterclass in both strategy and humanity.What You'll LearnHow to build a defensive identity that can toggle aggression without sacrificing clarityWhy offensive involvement fuels defensive commitmentA framework for balancing scouting preparation with non-negotiable core valuesHow to address early-game energy issues without overreactingA layered approach to rebounding: one-on-one battles, neutral rebounds, and effort incentivesWhen tagging principles are most effective — and when they are notHow defining roles creates hierarchy, chemistry, and clarityWhy long-term coaching success should be measured by player evolution, not public opinionThis Episode is Sponsored By:NABC Convention Join coaches from across the country April 2–6 in Indianapolis for five days of X's & O's clinics, educational sessions, networking, and championship-week access. Slappin' Glass will be hosting a classroom-style film session breaking down the game's best global trends. Register at nabc.com/convention.Hudl — FastDraw, FastScout & FastRecruit The tools coaches trust are now fully integrated into Hudl's complete basketball ecosystem — moving seamlessly from play diagrams to film to player tracking. Learn more at hudl.com/slappinglass.For more coaching resources, breakdowns, and the free weekly newsletter, visit slappinglass.com.To join coaches and championship winning staffs from the NBA to High School from over 60 different countries taking advantage of an SG Plus membership, visit HERE!

Send us a text letting us know your thoughts on today's episodeIf you've been listening through this bonus mini series and quietly wondering whether one-on-one podcast support might be your next step, this episode is for you. Not to convince you. Not to push you. But to give you clarity. In this final bonus episode, I'm walking you through exactly what it looks like to work with me one-on-one for podcast strategy and production support so you can decide what kind of help (if any) actually makes sense for you and your season of life.We talk about why podcasting can feel so heavy when you're trying to do all the roles at once, the difference between strategic support and full strategy + production support, and what clients usually notice first when they stop carrying their podcast alone. Spoiler: it's not instant growth or downloads—it's relief. If you're craving clarity, containment, and a podcast that actually supports your business instead of draining it, this episode will help you name what you've been carrying and explore what support could look like moving forward. In this episode, we cover:Why most podcasters don't struggle because of consistency or motivationThe real reason podcasting feels overwhelming for so many momsWhat one-on-one podcast strategy support includesWhat it looks like to combine strategy and production supportThe first thing clients notice when they bring on podcast supportWhat working with me one-on-one is notHow to know if support makes sense for you in this seasonNext steps: If you're feeling curious about what working together could look like, the next step is simple: apply for one-on-one podcast support. The application isn't a commitment—it's just a conversation to see where you're at, what you need, and whether I'm the right fit to support you.Learn more about 1:1 podcast support Whether you decide to apply or not, I hope this series reminded you that you don't have to struggle your way through podcasting alone.Need support with your podcast?Book your free Podcast Profit Plan call today! Next Steps: Enjoyed this episode? Let me know over on Instagram and share your favorite takeaway on your Instagram Stories.Ready to hand off your podcast production or experience more podcast growth? Visit our website to learn more about our podcast launch, podcast management and podcast growth services. Book your free Podcast Profit Plan Discovery Call here.Don't forget to hit subscribe/follow so you get notified every time a new episode drops!

Almost every nonfiction author says it at some point:“I want to be a New York Times bestselling author.”It sounds ambitious. It sounds impressive. It sounds like the gold medal of publishing.But in this episode of Your Path to Book Publishing, the conversation goes deeper than the badge.Because bestseller status isn't a trophy. It's a tool.And tools only matter if they serve the right purpose.This episode explores what bestseller status can actually change — and what it doesn't automatically fix. It breaks down the difference between major lists like the New York Times and USA Today, category-based Amazon rankings, and what those signals truly mean in the marketplace.More importantly, it reframes the core question nonfiction authors should be asking:Not “How do I hit a list?” But “What is bestseller status supposed to unlock for me?”Listeners will discover:Why bestseller status functions as a credibility signalWhat it can realistically influence (speaking, positioning, authority)What it does not guarantee (business clarity, revenue systems, long-term sales)Why some bestselling authors still struggle after launchThe strategic question every coach, consultant, and thought leader should answer before pursuing a listIf you're considering a bestseller strategy — or simply wondering whether it's worth it — this episode offers a clear, strategic perspective rooted in long-term thinking.Learn more about Your Path to Book Publishing by visiting Juxtabook.com and discover if traditional publishing, self-publishing, or hybrid publishing is right for you. Liked this episode? Share it and tag us on Instagram @juxtabookpress Connect with the Host on LinkedIn: @ZachKristensenLove the show? Leave a review and let us know!CONNECT WITH US: Website | Instagram | Facebook

For many high-capacity humans, authority has always felt conditional.Granted when you perform well.Withheld when certainty slips.Reviewed through hierarchy, feedback, and approval.In this Sunday episode of The Recalibration, we turn toward what I call Vertical Alignment. This isn't a new stage or a productivity practice. It's an orientation. A resting place for identity beyond effort, striving, or evaluation.This episode flows from my personal faith in Jesus, because for me, real alignment doesn't happen apart from the One who authored identity itself. Vertical Alignment asks a different question than the rest of the week. Not “How do I lead better?” but “Who am I becoming in relationship with God?”We explore what happens when competence reaches its edge. When certainty thins. When the next step isn't visible. For driven, responsible people, these gaps often feel threatening. Like something to fix quickly. But what if the gap isn't a failure? What if it's where authority stops being proven and starts being received?Drawing from 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NLT), we sit with the truth that grace doesn't replace responsibility. It re-sources it. Authority doesn't flow from having it all together. It flows from being held when you don't.This is not mindset work.It's not spiritual performance.And it's not about becoming passive.Identity-Level Recalibration (ILR) begins at the root, not the behavior. When identity is secured vertically, it no longer needs to be defended horizontally. The nervous system rests. Striving softens. Leadership begins to flow from overflow instead of effort.Today's episode is for those who feel capable, faithful, and quietly tired of carrying authority like a task. It's an invitation to let it rest somewhere deeper.Today's Micro Recalibration:When uncertainty appears today, ask quietly:“What if this gap isn't a problem, but a place God meets me?”No forcing belief. No fixing. Just openness.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Learn about The Recalibration Cohort→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things...

In this episode of the Real Estate Investing Rocks, Angel sits down with cost segregation specialist Mark Gross of Cost Segregation Services Incorporated to unpack how real estate investors can strategically use cost segregation to accelerate depreciation and reduce tax liability.They discuss how the strategy applies to short term rentals, multifamily properties, and even house hacking situations, along with the importance of timing and understanding IRS guidelines.Topics CoveredWhat cost segregation really is and how it worksWhy the first year of ownership can create the biggest tax advantageHow bonus depreciation impacts investorsUnderstanding recapture and why timing mattersWhen cost segregation makes sense and when it does notHow house hackers can potentially benefit by segregating the rental portion of a propertyWhy investors should proactively plan instead of defaulting to straight line depreciationMemorable Quotes“Investing is a job. You need to line these things up so you do not find yourself in a tax laden situation.”“Reducing your tax liability does not mean you are doing something wrong. It just means you do not want to pay more than you legally have to.”Connect with Angel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-williams-re/Connect with Mark: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmarkgross/

Sunday Gathering February 15, 2026Brian Ross (Job 1:1 - 2:7)Life has a way of breaking our assumptions. Good people suffer. Hard work doesn't always pay off. Prayers go unanswered. And when things fall apart, the easy explanations don't just feel thin—they can feel insulting. The book of Job begins where many of us find ourselves: asking honest questions in the middle of real pain. Not “How do I fix this?” but “Is the world actually fair?” and “If God exists, can God be trusted when life makes no sense?”This ancient story doesn't rush to defend God or explain suffering away. Instead, it invites us into a raw conversation about grief, anger, silence, and the limits of human understanding. Job challenges the idea that life is a simple equation—and dares us to consider a different kind of trust, one not rooted in outcomes but in humility, honesty, and wonder. Whether you believe in God, doubt God, or aren't sure what you believe at all, this series creates space to wrestle with life's hardest questions without pretending they're easy.

Trudy Goodman explains the healing power of mindfulness in helping adults be authentically present with children—fully entering their creative, playful world.Today's podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self.This time on the BHNN Guest Podcast, Trudy Goodman talks about:Trudy's own life as a mother and grandmother, witnessing many stages of growth from different perspectivesBecoming inspired by the playfulness, openness, and curiosity of childrenApproaching the world with beginners mind: approaching all experiences as if they are newA sonar for presence: how children can tell when we are present and when we are notHow the capacity to meet ourselves often goes back to the parent-child relationship Striving to be ‘good enough' as a parent rather than perfectOrdinary devotion and maintaining a sense of routine care for our childrenLearning to be alone and getting acquainted with our inner lives Resting in presence and allowance rather than always trying to ‘fix' our children or ‘correct' their play and creativityTrusting the insubstantial nature of that which bothers us How our own expectations, concepts, and ideals, affect children for better and worseThis episode was originally published on DharmaseedAbout Trudy Goodman:Trudy is a Vipassana teacher in the Theravada lineage and the Founding Teacher of InsightLA. For 25 years, in Cambridge, MA, Trudy practiced mindfulness-based psychotherapy with children, teenagers, couples and individuals. Trudy conducts retreats, engages in activism work, and teaches workshops worldwide and online. She is also the voice of Trudy the Love Barbarian in the Netflix series, The Midnight Gospel. You can learn more about Trudy's flourishing array of wonderful offerings at TrudyGoodman.com "Our mindfulness practice really offers us a way to know deeply what's going on with children and this knowing often comes in nonverbal moments of just seeing, just realizing. It's such a powerful way of staying present with what's happening with all the strange and wonderful creatures that emerge both in ourselves and in our kids." –Trudy GoodmanMore Be Here Now Network Podcasts:Lama Rod Owens covers the dharma of freedom, loving ourselves, ancestral work, and the power of meditation: Dedication to LiberationJoAnna Hardy shares a guided meditation all around the first foundation of mindfulness – mindfulness of the body: First Foundation Guided MeditationThrough bearing witness, love & service, Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee shares how we can collectively heal the crisis of disconnection & ecological devastation: Love & ServiceBuddhist Master Thich Nhat Hanh explores how we can joyfully bring mindfulness into everyday activities like phone calls, driving, and walking: The Ojai Foundation Presents: Under the Teaching Tree with Thich Nhat HanhSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send a textEmail is where most supporters experience your organization over time – not just during campaigns, but in the quieter moments in between.Jena Lynch sits down with our on-the-ground fundraising expert, Cara Augspurger, CFRE, to talk about what's really happening in those in-between spaces. Because the emails you send every day? They're shaping donor relationships long before the next ask ever lands.They dig into what happens when email becomes something you send just to tick the box, how reactive communication slowly becomes the relationship, and why clarity matters more than volume in overflowing inboxes.This isn't about crafting perfect emails or sending more messages. It's about creating a rhythm supporters can follow, and putting a few simple structures in place so consistency feels doable, even when capacity is stretched.When email drifts, you don't always see it right away. But you feel it later, in trust, in engagement, and in how people respond when you do reach out.Discover:Why email is often the relationship, whether you intend it to be or notHow clarity and repetition work together (without becoming noise)What changes when communication is supported by systems, not willpowerDon't forget to download our useful blog to keep you 'systems' focused: Email Marketing Tips for NonprofitsWhat makes Donorbox the Best Nonprofit Fundraising Platform to Achieve Your Strategic Goals?Easy to customize, available in multiple languages and currencies, and supported by leading payment processors (Stripe and PayPal), Donorbox's nonprofit fundraising solution is used by 80,000+ global organizations and individuals. From animal rescue to schools, places of worship, and research groups, nonprofits use Donorbox to raise more funds, manage donors efficiently, and make a bigger impact.Discover how Donorbox can help you help others!The Nonprofit Podcast, along with a wealth of nonprofit leadership tutorials, expert advice, tips, and tactics, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel. Subscribe today and never miss an episode.The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all popular podcast platforms.

Simone Knego joins Stephanie Mitton for an honest conversation about what confidence really is, how it gets shaped by the stories we carry, and how women can build it from the inside out, one decision at a time.This episode covers:Why confidence is a skill you can build, not a personality trait you either have or do notHow old comments and experiences can quietly shape self-doubt for yearsSimone's REAL Method: Respect yourself, Embrace your failures, Ask what you want, Live without limitsThe “what if whisperer” and a practical Control, Alt, Delete mindset reset Kitchen table leadership and why everyday decisions count as real leadershipWhat daughters teach us about self-talk, self-care, and speaking upIf you've been performing “fine” while feeling uncertain underneath, this episode offers practical language shifts and mindset tools that help you show up with steadiness at home and at work.Books mentioned:REAL Confidence: A Simple Guide to Go from Unsure to Unshakeable — Simone KnegoThe Extraordinary, Unordinary You: Follow Your Own Path, Discover Your Own Journey — Simone KnegoBuy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Reclaim Your Freedom, and Build Your Empire — Dan MartellHow to find WOMENdontDOthat:Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/womendontdothatInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/womendontdothat/TikTok- http://www.tiktok.com/@womendontdothatBlog- https://www.womendontdothat.com/blogPodcast- https://www.womendontdothat.com/podcastNewsletter- https://www.beaconnorthstrategies.com/contactwww.womendontdothat.comYouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@WOMENdontDOthatHow to find Stephanie Mitton:Twitter/X- https://twitter.com/StephanieMittonLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniemitton/beaconnorthstrategies.comTikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@stephmittonInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/stephaniemitton/Interested in sponsorship? Contact us at hello@womendontdothat.comProduced by Duke & CastleOur Latest Blog: https://www.womendontdothat.com/post/i-don-t-do-resolutions-i-do-this-perfect-for-busy-women Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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There's a lot of noise in real estate right now.Headlines about agent counts. Statistics shared without context.Conversations designed to spark fear instead of clarity.In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths, Matt and Garrett break down why most realtors aren't actually your competition—and why believing otherwise can quietly drain your energy, focus, and confidence.This conversation looks at the widely discussed statistics circulating in the industry and reframes them through the lens of how consumers actually behave. Instead of competing with “everyone,” most agents are building businesses in entirely different lanes, serving different people, at different stages of trust.In this episode, we discuss:Why headline statistics often miss the real storyWho agents are truly competing against—and who they're notHow consumers actually choose who to work withWhy comparison pulls agents off their own pathWhere attention and energy create the greatest returnThis episode isn't about ignoring reality. It's about seeing it clearly—and choosing to focus on the work that actually builds a sustainable, referral-based business.

In this special client-takeover episode of The Doctor Coach School™ Podcast, we hear from Dr. Michelle Welch, a physician by training and inner work coach by evolution, who supports women over 35 living with chronic, medically unexplained pain.This conversation is for caregivers and high-functioning women who have done “all the right things,” undergone extensive testing, followed medical recommendations, and yet continue to live with daily pain that disrupts their identity, confidence, and ability to fully participate in life.Dr. Michelle offers a deeply compassionate and nuanced perspective on chronic pain that goes beyond symptom management. Drawing from both her clinical background and her personal journey with unexplained pain, she explores how prolonged stress, caregiving, emotional load, and nervous system dysregulation can shape the body's experience of pain, even when scans and tests come back “normal.”Rather than framing pain as something to fight or eliminate, this episode invites a new question: What might the body be trying to protect you from?What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy chronic pain can persist even when medical tests show no clear causeHow prolonged stress and caregiving can keep the nervous system in survival modeThe difference between pain caused by injury and pain driven by nervous system threat perceptionWhy pain is real even when danger is notHow chronic pain can quietly erode identity, confidence, and self-trustThe role of fight-or-flight physiology in long-term pain patternsWhy symptom management alone often isn't enoughHow restoring a felt sense of safety in the body supports true healingWhy capacity, not productivity, is the foundation for recoveryDr. Michelle introduces her Capacity Framework, a compassionate approach designed to support women over 35 who live with chronic, unexplained pain and long histories of caregiving and overperforming.The framework focuses on:Rebuilding internal safetyIncreasing nervous system toleranceProcessing long-held emotional and physiological loadRestoring agency, self-trust, and functionExpanding life gradually and sustainablyRather than replacing medical care, this work complements it, helping women move from constant high alert to a state where the body no longer needs to “shout” through pain to be heard.If you are living with chronic pain that has no clear medical explanation, your pain is real.Sometimes healing doesn't begin with fixing the body, but with listening deeply enough that the body no longer needs to scream.Connect With Dr. MichelleLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-welch-406a126a/TikTok: @DrMichelle.TheJoyfulRXPodcast: The JoyfulRx PodcastLet's Connect: On Instagram On Facebook On LinkedIn On TikTok On my website

What you'll learn in this episode:Why bad reviews aren't as damaging as you thinkThe golden rule: perception is reality—valid or notHow to respond without being defensiveThe PRO framework (Problem, Result, Offer) for impactful reviewsWhy stacking good reviews matters more than fearing bad ones  

In this powerful and healing episode, Keana explores what legalism looks like in the church, how it distorts our view of God, and how to break free from fear‑based faith. If you've ever felt like you had to earn God's love, perform perfectly, or follow endless rules to be accepted, this conversation will help you breathe again.Keana gently unpacks the emotional and spiritual impact of legalism, explains why so many believers struggle with shame and anxiety around God, and offers a path back to a relationship rooted in love, grace, and freedom. This episode builds on last week's message “Religion Cannot Save You, But God's Love Can” and continues the journey of rediscovering God's heart beyond religious pressure.You'll also receive five healing exercises to help you unlearn harmful beliefs, reconnect with God's love, and rebuild your identity on truth instead of performance.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhat legalism actually is and what it is notHow legalism shows up in church culture and teachingThe emotional and spiritual wounds legalism createsWhy legalism replaces relationship with rulesHow to separate God's character from harmful religious expectationsPractical steps to break free from fear‑based faithFive healing exercises to help you reconnect with God's loveFive Healing Exercises Included“God Is Love” Reframing PracticeInner Child Compassion PrayerScripture Detox ExerciseNervous System Reset for Spiritual TriggersIdentity Rebuilding Journal PromptsReflection QuestionsWhat beliefs about God were shaped by fear instead of loveWhere have I confused religious performance with spiritual connectionWhat parts of my faith feel heavy, pressured, or shame‑basedWhat does spiritual freedom look like for me nowWhat is one legalistic belief I'm ready to releaseFinal EncouragementLegalism may have shaped your view of God, but it does not define who God is. God is not the author of fear. He is the source of freedom. You don't have to earn His love. You just have to receive it.

Kelly joins me for January's Real Time Reading episode where we discuss our current, past, and upcoming reads. Kelly's Selections: Last:  Upward Bound by Woody Brown  That's Not How it Happened by Craig Thomas  Now: Love by the Book by Jessica George  Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke  Next: Villa Coco by Andrew Sean Greer  The Ending Writes Itself by Evelyn Clarke  DNFs: The Survivor by Andrew Reid Book Mail highlights: The One Day You Were My Husband by Rosie Walsh  A Fortune of Sand by Ruta Sepetys  Cindy's Selections: Last:  Whistler by Ann Patchett Before I Forget by Tory Henwood Hoen Now: The Paris Match by Kate Clayborn The Shock of the Light by Lori Inglis Hall  Next: Dolly All the Time by Annabel Monaghan  Liberty Island by Virginia Hume  Didn't Work/DNFs: One & Only by Maureen Goo The Bookbinder's Secret by A.D. Bell  Book Mail highlights: The Burning Side by Sarah Damoff   Kutchinsky's Egg by Serena Kutchinsky Looking for some great winter reads? Check out my printable 17-page Winter Reading Guide ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a tip of your choice or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for a set price here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ via credit card with over 40 new titles vetted by me that will provide great entertainment this winter and spring - a number of books you will not see on other guides. I also include mystery series recommendations, backlist picks, and fiction and nonfiction pairings. Connect with Kelly Hooker on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Sign up for my literary salon here. Purchase Kelly and my Shelf Ceremony ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠. We discuss tons more great read from 2025. Thanks so much to those of you who have donated to the show. Donate to the podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Venmo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Want to know which new titles are publishing in January - May of 2026? Check out our fifth ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Literary Lookbook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠which contains a comprehensive but not exhaustive list all in one place so you can plan ahead, and we color-code by genre in this one!  Looking for something new to read? Here is my monthly ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buzz Reads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ column with five new recommendations each month. Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is a solo Q&A.The Ask Justin Show is where real practice owners submit real questions they are dealing with right now. No theory. No surface level advice. Just practical answers based on what actually works inside growing clinics.In this episode, Justin Rabinowitz answers questions around hiring, leadership, sales discomfort, and what to do when growth creates tension inside your team.These are the questions many owners think about but rarely say out loud.Here's what we cover:Hiring a digital marketing assistant and what questions actually matterGrowing a practice without feeling pushy or sales drivenHiring your first chiropractor and navigating salary, benefits, and expectationsWhat to do when you want to grow but your staff does notHow to decide when to push for accountability and when to pull backLeading team members who resist change or struggle with confidenceJustin breaks down how to think through each situation instead of reacting emotionally. The goal is not to force growth. The goal is to build a business that can grow without burning you or your team out.If you are feeling stuck between where your practice is and where you want it to go, this episode will help you think more clearly about your next move.Apply for a Non Member Ticket to Our Next Live Event in Orlando on Jan 31–Feb 1Your Host: Justin RabinowitzFounder of RehabChiro Coach.Justin works with chiropractors and clinic owners to build profitable, scalable practices rooted in clear business models and disciplined execution.

This article accompanies Part Two of our podcast conversation.In this episode, Larry, the Wisdom Keepers and I continue the exploration that opened last week, allowing the implications around pain, authority, and long-range decision-making to unfold more fully. The conversation is spacious, candid, and goes into places that are difficult to capture in writing alone.You can listen to Part Two of the podcast here:https://www.drivingtotherez.com/p/when-pain-wraps-your-timeline-secondPart Two: Authority, Scale, and Long-Range PerceptionOnce we stop treating discomfort as a verdict, a different question appears.Not How do I feel right now?But What actually is my long term purpose if it's not simply body comfort or pleasure?This is where the conversation deepens.Because the issue isn't pain itself. Pain is information. The issue is what happens when pain is given authority over time.How Timelines Quietly CollapseTimelines rarely collapse through dramatic failure. More often, they compress through a series of reasonable, well-justified choices that prioritize immediate relief. And sometimes by making one huge life changing decision that concentrates on body comfort instead of a broader awareness and information around the results.How do we know when we went for short term pleasure, over long term plans? The future becomes shorter. Options thin. Movement slows. Not because something went wrong, but because our future plans were never consulted.This is what timeline distortion looks like in real life. Not chaos, but a contraction between what we say our long term plans are, and our choice for short term pleasure.The Difference Between Sensitivity and AuthoritySensitivity is not the problem. Being a sensitive person is not the issue here. In fact, it's a strength.The problem arises when sensitivity is mistaken for leadership. When our discomfort and pain, or the pursuit of pleasure are allowed to lead us. Whether they are emotional, physical, mental or egoic relief or pleasure that is being sought.The body reacts to change, uncertainty, and unfamiliarity as potential threats. That reaction is honest. It is also incomplete. The body cannot see context. It cannot weigh the consequences across years. It cannot perceive trajectory. That is something it depends on you, the soul, to do for it.Yes, your Body depends on your Soul for context, for long term trajectory, for information and choice outside immediate comfort and pain.When bodily signals are obeyed rather than interpreted, authority quietly shifts from awareness to reaction. Being reactive is something we want to overcome because reactions always choose now over later. And being reactive never served us.Why Discomfort Often Appears at the ThresholdDiscomfort frequently arises at moments of expansion, not because something is wrong, but because something is unfamiliar.New environments, new roles, new responsibilities, and new ways of being all disrupt established patterns. The nervous system registers this disruption as stress, even when the direction itself is coherent.If discomfort is treated as a stop sign instead of a signal, growth stalls.Scale Changes EverythingSoul wisdom operates at scale.It considers not only sensation, but timing. Not only emotion, but consequence. Not only relief, but direction. Scale allows discomfort to be placed inside a larger frame, where it can be understood without being automatically obeyed. I am not saying here to invalidate your pain and discomfort, but to see it in the larger context of your long term plans and desires.When scale is restored, the future becomes clear and your plans take precedence.I will stop now and let you get onto Part Two of the podcast. I hope you enjoy our continued conversation this week, it certainly has been very expansive to record.IneliaThe discussion doesn't stop here - listen to the full podcast episode for unfiltered insights from Inelia and our panelists. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.drivingtotherez.com/subscribe

This week on Chattin' with Coach Amy, we started out laughing… and ended up landing somewhere deep.When we're stretched—whether it's in a good way or an uncomfortable way—growth is happening. And growth isn't meant to stay bottled up. When we walk through it, learn from it, and share it, it multiplies us. Our capacity. Our courage. Our impact. The way we show up for the people we love.We also answered a question from my 9-year Trimiversary that stopped me in my tracks.Not “How do you get rid of inflammation?”But “What did you notice as inflammation was leaving your body?”My answer? Confidence.Not the “I feel better today” kind.The kind that shows up when you can finally participate in your life again.When you have energy. When the brain fog lifts. When pain isn't calling the shots.When you stop sitting on the sidelines and start stepping into your life knowing, I can handle this.What surprised me most wasn't just the physical change—it was the mindset change.Confidence in who I am.Confidence in what I'm capable of.Confidence in my relationships.Confidence in the calling God has on my life.If you're dreaming about more—more energy, more confidence, more joy—and it feels far away right now, I want you to hear this: you're closer than you think.Season 6 Episode 3Please visit my website to check out the health and wellness coaching opportunities I have currently and coming up: https://southernandhealthycoaching.com/

Stories run us, until we can see them. In this episode, Kristina and Anna unpack how “the subconscious” is less a black box and more an ecology of repeating narratives. They move from storytelling tropes (plot armor, fish-out-of-water) into a bigger claim. Our inner villains are story structures, and healing is stewardship, not erasure. Along the way, they explore ancestral threads, family patterning, and a practical way to step out of the script mid-scene.Key TopicsWhy common storytelling tropes feel manipulative once you can “see the scaffolding”Plot armor, fish-out-of-water, and how character arcs predict what “can” happen in a storyThe idea that the subconscious is knowable, because it's made of stories, not mysteryA working hypothesis: the nine Inner Villains are nine recurring story structures in human lifeStewardship vs elimination. You don't delete the story, you change how it plays outAncestral patterning, embodiment, and what it means to carry a lineage thread without becoming itHow relationship dynamics can become “setups” that keep a villain role alive (the trash-day example)Sankhara, craving, aversion. As story addiction, not just “bad habits”Choosing an arc intentionally. Using attention as the lever for behavioral changeA simple exercise: identify what chapter you're in, then choose a different next pageNotable Moments and Quotes (short excerpts)“The subconscious is not unknowable.”“We are taught we are just the tree, not the root system.”“Trauma is not the beginning of something. It's the middle of something.”“You're not that character anymore.”“I'm sick of choosing the same page.”Practical Takeaways1) Name the script while you're in itWhen you hear yourself saying lines you've said a hundred times, pause and label it: “Oh, this is that story.”2) Swap “fixing” for “stewarding”Ask: “What would the easier version of this lesson look like?” Not “How do I eliminate this forever?”3) Find the setupIf a conflict repeats like clockwork, assume there's a hidden payoff. Example: being the savior, being righteous, being indispensable.4) Use attention as your control leverBehavior is mostly automatic. Attention is the steering wheel. Practice moving attention on purpose.5) Try the chapter exercise“This is the chapter where I'm angry.”“This is the chapter where I make a plan.”“This is the chapter where the protagonist stops performing the old role.”Suggested Listener Reflection PromptsWhat story do I keep reenacting because it gives me an identity?Where do I get to be the savior, the martyr, or the judge?What would it look like to let consequences happen without drama?If I'm not trying to “win” this scene, what choice becomes available?Which arc am I unintentionally feeding with my attention right now?MentionedDelaney Rowe (comedian, Instagram) for character trope satireGame of Thrones as an example of subverting plot armorFallout as fish-out-of-water worldbuildingThe Pitt (HBO) as fish-out-of-water workplace introductionMurder at the End of the World (Brit Marling) as a female-led “sleuth” archetypeRichard Powers, The Overstory and the root network metaphorAboriginal Australian songlines and ancestral story-carryingAinslie MacLeod (past-life framing and “you're not in that story anymore”)Drama Triangle vs Empowerment Triangle (reframing roles and choice)Listener HomeworkPick one recurring conflict this week.Name the story.Identify your role.Choose one small inversion. A different tone, a different action, or no action at all.Notice what becomes possible when you refuse the old script.Call to ActionIf this episode hit you, send Kristina and Anna a note with:The story you're realizing you live inside, andThe one choice you want to practice to steward it differently.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Chuck Thuss sits down with Anthony Dyer for an honest, deeply human conversation about military service, accumulated trauma, identity loss, addiction, and the long road to healing. Anthony shares his 21-year career in the United States Air Force, including high-risk missions, elite rescue operations, and the emotional weight that followed him home long after the uniform came off. From the quiet moments that haunt servicemen and women to the stigma around asking for help, Anthony opens up about how suppressed trauma and alcohol nearly cost him everything. What followed was a turning point shaped by accountability, faith, community, and the courage to finally take a knee and heal. This episode is a reminder that healing is not weakness, identity can be rebuilt, and no matter how dark the night gets, you are never out of the fight. Guest Bio Anthony Dyer is a retired United States Air Force veteran with 21 years of service, including elite roles in combat search and rescue, special operations, and aerial gunship missions. A recipient of the Air Force's Jolly Green Rescue Mission of the Year, Anthony experienced firsthand the cumulative trauma that often follows long military careers. Today, he is a mental health advocate, author of Moonchild, and a voice for veterans navigating trauma, addiction recovery, identity loss, and life after service. You'll hear About The hidden emotional cost of elite military missions and long-term service Why trauma compounds when it is suppressed instead of addressed How alcohol became a coping mechanism and the ultimatum that changed everything Losing identity after military retirement and rebuilding purpose Why community, vulnerability, and telling your story can save lives   Chapters 00:00 Welcome and Episode Introduction 02:00 Anthony's Path Into the United States Air Force 04:30 Life-Changing Missions and Learning "Service Before Self" 07:20 The Trauma Civilians Rarely See 10:00 Suppression, Stigma, and Masking Mental Health Struggles 12:40 Alcohol, Identity Loss, and Hitting a Breaking Point 15:20 The Ultimatum That Forced a Choice 17:10 Transitioning Out of the Military and Losing Purpose 19:30 Why Veterans Feel Isolated After Service 21:50 Writing Moonchild and Facing the Accountability Mirror 24:20 Healing Through Storytelling and Community 26:20 Life Today: Fatherhood, Recovery, and Perspective 28:10 Anthony's Message to Veterans Who Are Struggling 30:00 Chuck's Reflections and Episode Closing Chuck's Challenge This week, ask someone a deeper question. Not "How are you doing?" but "How are you really feeling?" Listen without trying to fix anything. Presence, curiosity, and care can make all the difference.   Connect with Anthony Dyer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco_brolo21/ X: https://x.com/anthonyp_dyer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Moon-Child-61574988895222/   Connect with Chuck Check out the website: https://www.thecompassionateconnection.com/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuck-thuss-a9aa044/ Follow on Instagram: @warriorsunmasked Join the Warriors Unmasked community by subscribing to the show. Together, we're breaking stigmas and shining a light on mental health, one story at a time.

Send us a textCollagen & Supplemental Peptides: Everyday Support for Health and FitnessPeptides are often discussed in the context of advanced therapies, but many people are already using peptides in their daily routines without realizing it. In Episode 129 of Ask The Nurses, we break down collagen peptides and creatine-based supplemental peptides—what they are, how they work, and why they're commonly used to support overall health and fitness.These peptides are not hormones and do not alter endocrine function. Instead, they provide foundational support by supplying the body with building blocks it already uses for structure, energy, and recovery.What We Cover in This EpisodeWhat collagen and creatine peptides are—and what they are notHow collagen peptides support joints, connective tissue, skin health, and recoveryThe role of creatine peptides in muscular energy, strength, and performanceHow these supplements support the body rather than override natural processesWhy education matters when it comes to peptide use and supplementationWho may benefit from collagen or creatine peptides and how they're commonly usedWhy This Conversation MattersFrontline workers, athletes, caregivers, and everyday people place constant demands on their bodies. Understanding how nutritional and supplemental peptides fit into a wellness routine allows individuals to make informed, responsible decisions about their health—without hype or misinformation.This episode emphasizes education over promotion, helping listeners understand where these peptides fit within broader conversations about nutrition, movement, recovery, and long-term resilience.Peptides don't have to be extreme or intimidating. For many people, collagen and creatine peptides are simple, accessible tools that support how the body moves, recovers, and adapts over time.

Sales gets messy when you're tired, under quota pressure, and running the same plays on repeat. Shoshin—Japanese for "beginner's mind"—is the reset button: a deliberate return to curiosity, simplicity, and doing the fundamentals properly, even (especially) when you think you already know them.  Is "beginner's mind" actually useful in sales, or just motivational fluff? Yes—shoshin is a practical operating system for performance, not a vibe. In sales, experience can quietly harden into assumptions: "buyers always say no," "price is the only issue," "I can wing the prep." Shoshin cuts through that and forces clean thinking: What are we trying to achieve this quarter? What behaviours actually move deals forward? What am I doing out of habit versus impact? In Japan, you'll see disciplined fundamentals in everything from Toyota's continuous improvement mindset to how enterprise sellers prepare for a first meeting. In the US and Australia, the temptation is speed and hustle—great strengths, but risky when they become mindless motion. Shoshin blends both: high activity with higher quality. Do now: Pick one sales habit you've stopped doing well (prep, follow-up, referrals) and rebuild it like you're new. Why do experienced salespeople stop doing the basics that used to make them successful? Because pressure creates "running on the spot," and busyness disguises drift. Quotas, pipeline reviews, CRM updates (Salesforce, HubSpot), internal meetings, and end-of-quarter panic can turn a year into an endless treadmill. You're moving constantly, but not necessarily improving. Post-pandemic selling (especially from 2020–2025) added extra noise: more stakeholders, more remote calls, more procurement scrutiny, and more "ghosting." In big multinationals, process can crush initiative; in SMEs, chaos can crush consistency. Either way, people carry last year's baggage into the new year and simply "start again" without reflection. Shoshin is the interruption: stop, deconstruct the cycle, and decide what to stop, start, and double down on. Do now: Block 60 minutes to audit your sales cycle end-to-end—then delete one time-wasting activity. How do I use shoshin to improve my sales cycle without overthinking it? Break the sales cycle into components and interrogate each one like a beginner. Not "How do I sell better?" but: prospecting, referral asks, lead response, discovery, proposal quality, objection handling, negotiation, closing, and retention. This mirrors how elite performers operate in sport and in consultative selling frameworks like SPIN Selling (Neil Rackham) and Challenger Sale (Dixon & Adamson): diagnose what's actually happening, not what you hope is happening. In B2B enterprise, a tiny improvement in discovery quality can change deal velocity. In consumer sales, follow-up timing and clarity can lift conversions fast. Japan versus the US? Japan often rewards preparation and risk reduction; the US often rewards decisive action. Shoshin lets you choose intentionally, not culturally by default. Do now: Score each stage 1–10. Fix the lowest score first. What's the smartest way to ask for referrals without sounding awkward? Ask for a specific "group of faces," not an open-ended universe. The classic weak ask—"Do you know anyone who…?"—forces your client to scan their entire life and shuts them down. A shoshin-style referral ask is structured and easy: "In your Chamber of Commerce group… who else struggles with X?" or "In your golf group / industry association / leadership team… who's wrestling with Y right now?" This works across markets, but tone matters. In Japan, you'll often earn referrals through trust, consistency, and subtlety; in Australia and the US, you can be more direct—if you've delivered value and you ask with confidence. The point is: if you've served them well, you've earned the right to ask. Don't let past rejections train you into silence. Do now: Write two referral asks tied to specific communities your clients belong to. How fast should I follow up leads in 2025-style digital selling? Fast enough that you're top-of-mind while intent is still hot—usually within hours, not days. A common benchmark in digital funnels is a very short response window after someone opts in (newsletter, demo request, pricing page). The exact "best" timing varies by industry and region, but the principle is stable: speed signals professionalism and prevents competitors from getting there first. In startups, speed is easier because decision chains are short. In large enterprises, speed fails because lead routing is messy and ownership is unclear. Shoshin asks: do we actually have a system that gets lead details to the right person quickly—and do we treat that follow-up like a priority, not an afterthought? Do now: Test your lead process end-to-end today. Submit a lead and see how long it takes to get contacted. How much research should I do before contacting a prospect? Enough to earn the next conversation—without disappearing into "prep procrastination." When you start in sales, you're often a hungry detective. Later, complacency creeps in: "I know this industry," "I'll wing the call." Shoshin restores the edge: learn the company's priorities, business model, leadership signals, and context. As of 2025, this is easier than ever: LinkedIn, company sites, investor decks (if public), podcasts, YouTube interviews, job ads, and even executive posts. In Japan, where credibility and fit matter heavily, this prep can be the difference between a polite meeting and a real opportunity. In the US, it helps you personalise fast and avoid generic outreach. In B2B, find connectors—shared networks, shared customers, shared challenges. Do now: Build a 10-minute research checklist and use it before every first contact. Conclusion: shoshin is an unfair advantage when everyone else is exhausted Beginner's mind isn't about pretending you're new—it's about behaving like excellence still matters. When competitors drag last year's habits into this year unchanged, shoshin lets you reset: simplify, focus, rebuild fundamentals, and execute with intent. Do the basics sharply—referrals, speed, research, and cycle discipline—and you'll feel momentum return. Next steps (quick actions) Pick one stage of your sales cycle to rebuild this week (not all of them). Standardise your referral ask into two scripts for two different client "groups." Create a lead-response rule your team can actually follow. Use a 10-minute pre-call research checklist—every time. FAQs Beginner's mind doesn't mean being inexperienced—it means staying curious and disciplined. It's the habit of questioning assumptions and doing fundamentals well. Referrals work best when you ask for specific people in a specific group. Make it easy for clients to visualise who you mean. Speed matters because buyer intent cools quickly. Fast follow-up is a competitive advantage, especially in digital lead funnels. Author Credentials Dr. Greg Story, Ph.D. in Japanese Decision-Making, is President of Dale Carnegie Tokyo Training and Adjunct Professor at Griffith University. He is a two-time winner of the Dale Carnegie "One Carnegie Award" (2018, 2021) and recipient of the Griffith University Business School Outstanding Alumnus Award (2012). As a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer, Greg is certified to deliver globally across all leadership, communication, sales, and presentation programs, including Leadership Training for Results. Greg also publishes daily business insights on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, and hosts six weekly podcasts. On YouTube, he produces The Cutting Edge Japan Business Show, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews, which are widely followed by executives seeking success strategies in Japan. 

Many school leaders ask for consistency.What they're really asking is:What holds when I'm tired?In this episode of the Schools of Excellence podcast, Chanie explores why leadership often breaks down on ordinary days — not in moments of crisis — and why motivation, systems, and training alone can't carry culture, standards, or accountability.This conversation introduces one of the most important leadership distinctions:Systems create structure.Standards create clarity.Only rhythms create safety.You'll hear:Why leadership that depends on energy and motivation is unsustainableWhat rhythms are — and what they are notHow predictable patterns shape behavior more than policies or explanationsWhy teams follow what happens consistently, not what's writtenHow rhythms reduce over-functioning and restore shared ownershipWhy leaders often resist rhythms — and where real relief actually livesIf things only work when you're watching, reminding, or rescuing, this episode will help you understand why and what's missing.

The claim that “95% of AI projects fail” has become one of the most repeated talking points in enterprise AI. But where did it come from, and does it actually hold up?In this episode, Dave "CAC" Kellogg and Ray "Growth" Rike take a detailed, data-driven look at the MIT NANDA report, titled The GenAI Divide: State of AI in Business 2025. They break down how the "95% fail rate" statistic went viral, why it stuck, and why the underlying evidence does not support such a sweeping conclusion.What Ray and Dave cover:Why the NANDA report is often mistaken for a peer-reviewed academic study when it is notHow ambiguous definitions of “failure” turn partial adoption into sensational headlinesData inconsistencies and methodological gaps that undermine the 95% claimThe difference between failed AI initiatives and early-stage pilots or experimentsWhy measuring AI success by the percent of projects is misleading compared to the business value createdThe rise of Shadow AI and employee-driven adoption, and why that may be a feature, not a flawHow the report's conclusions conveniently align with the authors' proposed NANDA architectureThe real issues enterprises face with AI: workflow integration, governance, and change managementThe episode also discusses why personal productivity gains still matter to the P&L, even if they do not appear as a clear line item, and why fear-driven AI narratives can do real damage within organizations.Key takeaway: The NANDA report raises some legitimate concerns about scaling AI from pilot to production, but the infamous “95% of AI projects fail” claim does not survive close inspection. Leaders should read the report skeptically and push back when flawed statistics begin to drive decisions and strategy.Recommended for: CFOs, operators, AI leaders, and anyone tired of scary AI statistics that fall apart under scrutiny.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to this week's Monday Minute, brought to you by our friends at Podium.The Monday Minute is your weekly reset. It's here to help you lead better, think clearer, and build your dealership with intention. This episode focuses on a foundational question every independent dealer faces, whether they realize it or not.Every dealership has a position in the market. The real question is simple: did you define it, or did your customers define it for you?In this episode, we talk about why independent dealers don't win by trying to look like the biggest store in town. They win by being the most trusted. That starts with understanding your local community and building your inventory, process, and messaging around what people actually need.We cover:Why market position exists whether you choose it or notHow trust becomes your biggest competitive advantageServing your local community instead of running a generic playbookThe role of word-of-mouth and reputationPractical steps you can take this week to strengthen your positionYour position isn't built on slogans or marketing tricks. It's built through consistency, transparency, and doing what you say you're going to do, one customer at a time.Make sure you've read this week's Sunday newsletter, where we break down the full theme and give you exercises to work through with your team.If you're not subscribed yet, head to TheIndependentDealer.com and sign up.Let's build this together.Check out our Monday Minute Sponsor: www.podium.com

If you're tired of starting strong and falling off…If discipline feels fragile, inconsistent, or dependent on motivation…This episode will change how you think about habits forever.In this episode of The Highly Effective Man Podcast, JP Bolwahnn explains why motivation fails most men—and how daily reps build identity, eliminate self-negotiation, and turn discipline into something automatic.This isn't about trying harder.It's about repeating what matters until it becomes who you are.You'll learn:Why motivation is unreliable, and reps are notHow repetition removes decision-making and mental fatigueWhy habits only stick when they become identity-basedHow simple tracking hardens discipline without burnoutWhy consistency is built on systems, not willpowerIf you're a busy man who wants discipline that holds up on hard days, this episode gives you the framework.Send us a text

January often starts with good intentions. New plans, new priorities, and a quiet expectation that you'll somehow be more organised, more productive, and more on top of everything than ever before.In this episode, Nicky Christmas kicks off the 2026 season of The EA Campus Podcast by tackling something foundational for Executive Assistants. Clarity around responsibility.This episode is about the day-to-day reality of the EA role. The tasks that quietly creep in. The decisions you're expected to make without authority. The mental load of holding context, chasing actions, and keeping everything moving. And how all of that shapes how productive, effective, and confident you feel in your role.You'll hear:Why responsibility often expands without anyone deliberately deciding it shouldThe three types of responsibility most EAs carry, whether they realise it or notHow unclear responsibility affects productivity, expectation setting, and your day-to-day workloadWhat an alignment conversation with your executive actually looks like, and how to structure it using real examples rather than vague feelingsA simple responsibility reset exercise you can do this week to get clearer on what you own, what's shared, and what needs a conversationNicky also references several EA Campus resources during the episode, which you can explore here:Job description and role clarity resources: https://theeacampus.com/tag/career-development/ https://theeacampus.com/resources/job-description/EA task and competency lists: https://theeacampus.com/resources/task-list/Tools and tech masterclasses: https://theeacampus.com/masterclass/Virtual Summit taking place on 27 January: https://theeacampus.com/virtual-summit/This episode sets the tone for the year ahead. Before new tools, new systems, or new productivity frameworks, it starts with clarity. Because knowing what you're responsible for is the foundation for how you work, how you partner with your executive, and what a good day actually looks like.If this episode resonates, share it with another EA who might need it right now, and make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss what's coming next. The EA Campus

Complex cases rarely fall apart because of missing data. They fall apart because there's no clear direction for what to look at first.In this solocast, Dr. Ritamarie breaks down the thinking process behind effective root-cause work. Not more labs. Not more tools. But the mental model that helps you connect symptoms, patterns, physiology, and history into a clear, actionable hypothesis.This episode walks you through how experienced practitioners move from reacting to data to making sense of it. You'll learn how to identify the right entry point, avoid overwhelm, and build confidence in your clinical decisions without chasing everything at once.If you've ever felt stuck between too much information and not enough clarity, this episode will give you a framework you can return to again and again.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy more data doesn't automatically lead to better decisionsWhat a root-cause hypothesis really is, and what it is notHow to recognize symptom patterns instead of chasing diagnosesThe systems most commonly involved in fatigue, weight changes, mood shifts, and metabolic imbalanceHow to identify upstream contributors that feed downstream symptomsWhat pattern clustering reveals about where to startHow to determine the primary driver that creates the biggest shift with the fewest stepsCommon mistakes that keep practitioners stuck in complexityWhy sequence matters more than volume when supporting healingHow a strong hypothesis saves time, money, and unnecessary testingResources and LinksDownload the full Transcript hereJoin the Next-Level Health Practitioner Facebook Group here for free resources and community supportVisit INEMethod.com for advanced health practitioner training and tools to elevate your clinical resultsCheck out other podcast episodes here

Pivoting to Substack, balancing creativity with strategy, and building a brand with Phoebe Lapine. ----- Welcome to episode 553 of The Food Blogger Pro Podcast! This week on the podcast, Bjork interviews Phoebe Lapin from Feed Me Phoebe.  Reclaiming Your Audience and Moving Beyond Google with Phoebe Lapine In this episode, Phoebe joins us to talk about her evolution from the early days of blogging to the current landscape, opening up about why the constant SEO headaches finally pushed her to pivot toward Substack. She shares exactly how she's reclaiming her connection with her readers and why shifting your focus from "content creator" back to "writer" might be the best move for your brand right now. But this conversation isn't just about switching platforms; it's a masterclass in creative longevity. Phoebe gets real about the systems that keep her from burning out, including the game-changing decision to hire an SEO team so she could get back to doing what she loves. We also dive into why picking a niche that genuinely excites you is the only real secret to sticking around for the long haul. Whether you're looking to shake up your workflow or just need permission to step off the algorithm hamster wheel, this episode is a must-listen. Three episode takeaways: The Pivot from SEO to Substack: Phoebe gets real about how the "golden age" of blogging has changed. She explains why SEO headaches and the push for multimedia content led her to embrace Substack as a platform to actually connect with her audience. Creativity vs. Strategy: Phoebe shares how she balances being a "writer first" with the business side of things, including why hiring an SEO team was a total game-changer for her success. The Secret to Longevity: If you want to stick around, you have to care. Phoebe emphasizes that choosing a niche that genuinely excites you is the only way to keep your engagement high and your burnout low over the long haul. Resources: Feed Me Phoebe Check out Phoebe's latest cookbook, Carbivore! SIBO Made Simple by Phoebe Lapine The SIBO Made Simple podcast Phoebe's Substack: Munch Menus Foodie Digital Who, Not How by Dan Sullivan Follow Phoebe on Instagram Join the Food Blogger Pro Podcast Facebook Group Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is sponsored by Clariti and Grocers List. Learn more about our sponsors at foodbloggerpro.com/sponsors. Interested in working with us too? Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities and how to get started here. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions for interviews, be sure to email them to podcast@foodbloggerpro.com. Learn more about joining the Food Blogger Pro community at foodbloggerpro.com/membership.

How does a man build a relationship with his sexuality that feels integral and aligned with who he truly is? And what does it take for founders and high performers to move from secrecy, compulsion, and shame into a place of integrity and emotional clarity in their intimate lives?In this conversation, Bjoern and I explore a subject many founders and leaders wrestle with quietly, often in isolation.We look at how, within the entrepreneurial world, many men carry internal conflict, shame, or secrecy around their sexuality.For many founders and high performers, the harder they chase external achievement at the cost of themselves and their relationships, the more disconnected they consequently become from their emotional life, their needs, and their deeper self.In this episode, discover:How early conditioning shapes a man's relationship with his sexuality, creating shame, suppression, and a split identity through messages about what is acceptable or notHow many men perform as the “good man” who holds everything together, while having no place for the parts they learned to hide, leading to secrecy, acting out, and deeper disconnectionWhy this dynamic hits founders and high performers particularly hardThe impact of porn, how both Bjoern and I relate to it today, and how I moved through a 15 year porn addictionHow many men become hyper sexual yet deeply under intimate, craving nurturance without having a model to receive itHow men can repattern their sexuality in a practical way, with both Bjoern and me sharing honestly from our own journeysHow to own desire without shame, integrate the parts of ourselves we were taught to reject, and bring our sexuality into relationship consciously and with integrityAt its core, this episode is about transforming the way we relate to our sexuality as men.It is a journey of reclaiming the potency sexuality holds and integrating it into your life in a grounded and aligned way.It is about maturing in the places where unhealed parts still drive the show, taking responsibility for your shadows, and bringing more clarity, depth, and safety into your intimate life and into your leadership, allowing you to feel more peace, more passion, and more potency.If you are a man who feels confused, ashamed, or disconnected from your desire, or you long to live with more sexual integrity, confidence, and truth, this episode is for you—Connect with Alex Lehmann:

The Mindset Debrief: Gaining perspective on what hits you hard and not making it your identityPain has a way of hanging around longer than it should. Not because you want it to, but because it keeps offering itself as protection. One hard hit turns into a default posture. You start bracing early. You assume the worst faster. You call it boundaries, but it can turn into walls. You call it self-awareness, but it can turn into a script that plays before anything even happens.In this episode, we're looking at the difference between pain as a teacher and pain as an identity. Pain can sharpen judgment, clarify what you value, and show you what you won't tolerate again. But if it isn't processed, it doesn't stay in its corner. It leaks into how you speak, how you trust, how you handle stress, and how people experience you in a room. It can start to feel like control, even when it's costing you more than it's protecting you.This episode offers specifics about what it looks like when pain becomes personality, and what changes when pain becomes perspective. Perspective doesn't erase what happened. It organizes it. It puts the experience in the right place so it can inform decisions without running them. You'll hear the shift in the questions too. Not “What did this do to me,” but “What did this teach me.” Not “How do I make sure this never happens again,” but “How do I move forward without carrying this into everything.”Information is also presented regarding personal responsibility without pretending pain didn't matter. Explanation isn't exemption. At some point, what happened to you can't be the reason you stop working on yourself. We'll talk about how processed pain sounds different than unprocessed pain, how absolutist thinking narrows the future, and why maturity often looks like catching old reactions before they become default.If you've felt yourself tightening up, getting more guarded, or living like your hardest chapter is the whole book, this episode is built for that moment.Share this episode with someone who could benefit from the information.CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST:IG: https://www.instagram.com/paulpantani/WEBSITE: https://www.transitiondrillpodcast.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulpantani/SIGN-UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER:https://transitiondrillpodcast.com/home#aboutQUESTIONS OR COMMENTS:paul@transitiondrillpodcast.comSPONSORS:GRND CollectiveGet 15% off your purchaseLink: https://thegrndcollective.com/Promo Code: TRANSITION15

If we define soul contract as an agreement to have an experience, can we re-write it? And if so, how?In this episode I explore some common misconceptions about soul contracts and other spiritual agreements:What sou contracts are and what they are notHow we write and re-write our soul contractsHow soul contracts originate and what is their purposeWhat to look for in "unpleasant" soul contracts How we can empower ourselves to work with soul contracts in a more conscious wayYou can connect with me on my website healing-radiance.comAn older article on soul contracts and past lives: https://healing-radiance.com/soul-contracts/

If we define soul contract as an agreement to have an experience, can we re-write it? And if so, how?In this episode I explore some common misconceptions about soul contracts and other spiritual agreements:What sou contracts are and what they are notHow we write and re-write our soul contractsHow soul contracts originate and what is their purposeWhat to look for in "unpleasant" soul contracts How we can empower ourselves to work with soul contracts in a more conscious wayYou can connect with me on my website healing-radiance.comAn older article on soul contracts and past lives: https://healing-radiance.com/soul-contracts/

In this episode, Jenilee sits down with deliverance minister and author Mike Brewer for a powerful and eye-opening conversation on bloodline deliverance, generational curses, and what it really means to become the Curse Breaker in your family.Together they unpack:What generational curses are — and what they are notHow bloodline assignments begin through agreements, rituals, and traumaWhy certain patterns repeat in families for generationsSigns that a spiritual influence may be operating in your lineageReal deliverance stories that reveal how bloodline covenants workWhy demons often target entire family lines instead of individualsHow one believer can shift the spiritual trajectory for their whole householdPractical steps to walk in freedom and protect the next generationIf you've felt like you're fighting battles you never started, or carrying weights that don't make sense… this conversation will give you clarity, language, and a roadmap for freedom.

Ever find yourself waiting for someone to notice how hard you're struggling? Waiting for your partner to ask if you're okay, your doctor to take you seriously, or someone—anyone—to validate that yes, what you're going through really IS that hard? Here's the truth: you can't control if someone else gives you that validation. But you can give it to yourself. And no, that's not the same as toxic positivity or forcing yourself to "look on the bright side." It's about giving yourself the same compassion you'd give a friend going through the exact same thing. In this episode, I'm sharing a 6-step framework for self-validation that's helped me navigate everything from grief to everyday struggles. I'll walk you through how to actually process what you're feeling instead of bypassing it, how to connect your emotions to your values so you don't stay stuck, and the common mistakes that keep people trapped in either self-denial or self-pity. Because here's what I want you to hear: You don't need anyone else's permission to feel what you're feeling. The validation you're waiting for? You can give it to yourself. Key Topics: The difference between self-validation and toxic positivity Why naming your emotions literally calms your nervous system The 6-step framework for validating yourself through hard things Common mistakes (and what self-validation is NOT) How to honour what you actually need right now   Ready to Actually Stop Waiting for Others to Validate You? You can listen to every podcast episode and know all the strategies, but if you're still waiting for someone to notice you're struggling, nothing changes. That's where coaching comes in. I help women get clear on what they actually need (not what they think they should need), how to validate themselves without falling into toxic positivity, and most importantly—how to stop making their worthiness dependent on other people's recognition. Book your free Coaching Clarity Call: https://www.kategladdin.com/coaching It's one-on-one with me, completely private, and you'll walk away with actionable strategies whether or not coaching is right for you. A huge shoutout to Kevin Lowe at K-Lowe Music, the talent behind my intro song. Listen to the full version here. Or explore custom music options here. Connect with Kate: Instagram: @kategladdin Website: https://www.kategladdin.com/  

If you've ever tried using RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) and thought:“Am I doing this right?”“Why does this feel harder today than last week?”“Is this even working?”…this episode is for you!Today we're breaking down effort-based training — what it is, why it matters, and how it can totally change the way you approach running, especially if you're a woman in your 40s (and beyond) who wants to run longer, stronger, and yes… get faster on the trails.Spoiler: RPE isn't woo-woo.It's not guessing.And it's definitely not “slacking off.”RPE is a training skill — one that helps you manage your energy, train smarter, reduce burnout, stay consistent, and build the kind of durability you actually need for ultras.When you train by effort… speed finds you.In this episode, we'll cover:

Sometimes the best help isn't a solution, it's a safe space. Learn how active listening can help peers feel seen, heard, and ready to open up after a critical incident.Ever been in a conversation where you could tell someone was struggling… but they weren't saying much?You don't want to push, and you don't want to say the wrong thing. So what do you do?The answer is often simpler than we think, listen better.In peer support, listening is everything. It's the difference between someone shutting down or finally opening up. But most of us haven't been taught how to listen well in high-stress, emotional conversations.This episode gives you the practical skills to do just that. Whether you're supporting someone after a traumatic call, or sitting with a coworker who's barely holding it together, these tools will help you show up in a calm, helpful, and human way.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:What active listening is, and what it's notHow to use body language, tone, and simple cues to make people feel safeFour core skills to help peers open up (without advice-giving or oversharing)Active listening isn't about being perfect; it's about being present. And it's one of the most powerful things you can offer as a peer.OTHER LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:StressCareDoc.comSchedule a Discovery CallConnect with BartLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bartlegerFacebook Page: facebook.com/survivingyourshiftWebsite: www.survivingyourshift.comWant to find out how I can help you build a peer support program in your organization or provide training? Schedule a no-obligation call or Zoom meeting with me here.Mentioned in this episode:Houston Area CISM GRIN TrainingThis 3-day course, hosted by the Atascocita Fire Department, will teach you how to support your peers through effective communication, emotional resilience, and understanding the psychological impact of crises. Register for this training. https://stresscaredoc.com/atascocita-grin Dates: January 6-8, 2026 Times: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM each day Location: Atascocita Fire Admin Building

Dr. Gloria Esoimeme is an Internal Medicine Physician with a Masters in Global Health and a PhD in Health Services Policy and Management. With her academic background and experience living in Nigeria, the United States, and the UAE, she equips professional women with the skills to lead, negotiate, and succeed. As a consultant, she helps individuals and organizations break barriers, build confidence, and achieve lasting success. Through her podcast, workshops, and keynote speeches, she shares expert insights, practical strategies, and inspiring stories to empower women in every aspect of life. Some of the topics we discussed were: Dr. Esoimeme's journey across 3 different continents throughout her lifeDr. Esoimeme's podcast where she talks to a wide range of people of different ages across different parts of the worldWhat negotiation is notHow negotiation is present in a regular day-to-day contextBenefitting from negotiating in every aspect of your lifeHow the negotiation process starts from the very first time you reach out to anyoneDr. Esoimeme's 3 most helpful negotiation skills Knowing your value when negotiatingThe power of listening and observing when negotiatingHow to navigate negotiations if you don't feel confidentHow to build confidence in your negotiating skillsKnowing your priorities in negotiating And more! Learn more about me or schedule a FREE coaching call:https://www.joyfulsuccessliving.com/ Join the Voices of Women Physicians Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/190596326343825/ Connect with Dr. Esoimeme:Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@DrGloriaEsoimeme LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-gloria-esoimeme IG:https://www.instagram.com/gloriaesoimeme FB:https://www.facebook.com/share/19xtnqkCfX/?mibextid=wwXIfr

There's a point in the year, sometime after the clocks change and the air cools, when everything in me starts to shift gears. Not in a big dramatic way. More like an exhale I didn't realise I was holding. The sun barely clears the horizon before it's on its way down again, and I feel that pull inward. A sense that it's time to quieten things down.It's in that stretch between late autumn and early winter that I start preparing, not in the frantic, pre-Christmas way, but in a softer, steadier rhythm. A slow return to the essentials. The kind of preparation that says you don't need to brace — you just need to be ready to rest.Creating a Home That Welcomes Winter InI always start with the space itself. Our flat is small, and once winter sets in, we're in it together, both literally and figuratively. So I start by making room. Not for more stuff, but for the season itself. I clear surfaces. Tuck away the remnants of summer. Shift furniture ever so slightly to make space for what we'll actually be doing, more reading, more snuggling, more long afternoons that never seem to get light.The blankets come out. I do a quick sweep of the kitchen, not for aesthetic reasons, but because we're about to spend a lot more time there, stirring pots and making endless cups of herbal tea or coffe. I check the pantry for the staples that make winter cooking feel effortless: dried herbs, oats, tinned tomatoes, cinnamon. Essentially the building blocks of slow food.And I do a little mental check-in: Will this space carry us well through the colder days? Can we stretch out in it without bumping into stress? That's really the goal. Not perfection. Just ease.Winter Is a MindsetOnce the physical space starts to feel more settled, I turn inward. Because winter, for me, anyway, isn't about ticking off tasks. It's about allowing a different kind of rhythm. A softer one. It's when I stop expecting myself to run at the same speed as I did in the light-filled months of spring and summer.This season has a weight to it, but not in a bad way. It just asks more gently. It doesn't push. It doesn't shout. It simply says, you can go slower now. And so I listen. I pare back the calendar. I loosen my grip on what I thought I “should” be doing. I let mornings be slower. I let plans fall away without guilt. I look for what feels necessary — and what I can leave until spring.Home Education, But SofterOur home ed rhythm changes, too. The content doesn't disappear but the delivery does. It becomes lighter and less about checking boxes, more about leaning into curiosity. We bring blankets to the floor and learn from under them. The world outside slows down, and I try to let our learning reflect that.I'm not trying to force productivity when everything around us is asking for presence instead. Some of the richest conversations we've had have come from cold walks, a cup of hot chocolate and a question asked out of nowhere. I make room for those moments, because they don't happen when we're rushing.The Subtle Work of Tuning InwardThere's a kind of quiet personal work that surfaces at this time of year, a re-evaluation that happens naturally if you give it enough silence to rise. I don't plan it. It just arrives.This is when I start asking different questions. Not “What's next?” but “What do I actually need?” Not “How do I do more?” but “What's quietly asking to be let go of?” I give myself the time to reflect, to notice what's feeling heavy and what might not need to come with me into the new year.This kind of reflection doesn't look impressive. It's not always neat. But it clears mental space the same way tidying a shelf does. And it prepares me far more than any to-do list ever could.Holding Space for the Messy BitsOf course, it's not all serene candlelight and cosy corners. Winter can bring up resistance. The stillness can feel itchy. The early darkness can feel suffocating. The quiet can be loud in its own way. And I think it matters to say that. Winter can feel restorative and raw. It's not one or the other.So part of preparing for this season is reminding myself that I'm allowed to feel it all, the rest and the restlessness, the joy and the slump. I don't need to perform contentment. I just need to let myself be in the season I'm in.And that leads nicely into letting winter be what it's meant to be. I've stopped expecting winter to behave like spring. I've stopped expecting myself to bloom in a season that's meant for stillness. That shift, from resisting the quiet to embracing it, has changed how I experience this part of the year.Preparing for winter now means slowing the pace on purpose. It means letting rest be a rhythm, not a reward. It means choosing calm over chaos — not because I've got it all together, but because I've learned that pushing through only leaves me more tired come January.So I take a little off our plates. I close the laptop earlier. I light the candles before it gets fully dark. I find the rituals that hold us through the coldest months — and I try not to overcomplicate them. To hear more, visit theslowlivingcollective.substack.com

Serena speaks with Betsy Pepine, a best-selling author, speaker, and founder of Pepine Realty, one of the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the USA. Betsy shares her journey from being the “black sheep” in a family of physicians to building a thriving real estate empire — and how embracing her introversion became a superpower rather than a setback.She also opens up about breaking free from family expectations, the courage to choose authenticity over approval, and how her philosophy of “who, not how” helps her lead and scale as an introverted CEO.Key TakeawaysBreaking the Boxes We Inherit Betsy explores how invisible “boxes” — from family, gender, and culture — shape who we think we're supposed to be, and how freeing ourselves from them can open the door to real purpose and joy.Redefining IntroversionDiscover how reading Quiet by Susan Cain helped Betsy see introversion not as a weakness, but as a strength rooted in self-awareness and energy management.Boundaries and Authentic LeadershipBetsy shares how honoring her need for downtime has made her a more effective leader — and how setting clear boundaries gives permission for her team to do the same.From Corporate Layoff to Entrepreneurial SuccessLearn how a layoff and a divorce became the catalysts that propelled Betsy into entrepreneurship and eventually toward national recognition in the real estate industry.Introverts in SalesContrary to popular belief, introverts can thrive in sales. Betsy explains how empathy, deep listening, and genuine connection are what make clients trust and return.Building a Business That Honors Your EnergyBetsy shares her “Who, Not How” philosophy — focusing on what you do best and delegating what drains your energy. For early-stage entrepreneurs, she offers creative ways to build support, from bartering to joining mastermind groups.Memorable Quotes“When you say yes to something, you're saying no to something else. If I said yes to being a physician, I was saying no to me.” — Betsy Pepine“Introverts are not less than — we just derive energy from within.” — Betsy Pepine“If we're not going to stand up for ourselves, how can we expect others to?” — Betsy Pepine“Embrace where you are on the spectrum — honor it, and set boundaries so you can operate at your best.” — Betsy PepineConnect with Betsy PepineWebsite: betsypepine.comSocial Media: @betsypepine on all major platformsBook: Breaking Boxes — available via her websiteJoin The Visible Introvert newsletter for weekly reflections and resources curated specially for introverts and quiet achieversThis episode was edited by Aura House Productions

As important as it is to understand the patient journey, my industry has done a terrible job of helping practices make “the patient journey” anything useful day to day. My guest today agrees, and he helps his clients turn that journey into a tangible, actionable mechanism practices can use to grow.Daniel Tribby is a healthcare provider, effective business growth strategist, award winning author, top keynote speaker with a vision to help healthcare entrepreneurs build a practice that serves it's patients and sustain profitability for the long term.In this episode Carl White and Daniel Tribby discuss:What the patient journey isWhy marketers are so excited by the patient journey but most non-marketers are notHow to operationalize the patient journeyWant to be a guest on PracticeCare?Have an experience with a business issue you think others will benefit from? Come on PracticeCare and tell the world! Here's the link where you can get the process started.Connect with Daniel Tribbyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/iamdanieltribby/Connect with Carl WhiteWebsite: http://www.marketvisorygroup.comEmail:  whitec@marketvisorygroup.comFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/marketvisorygroupYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD9BLCu_i2ezBj1ktUHVmigLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/healthcaremktg

If you've ever poured money into a lead-gen campaign that delivered nothing but frustration, you're not alone. In this episode, Brad Powell breaks down why high-volume marketing tactics consistently fail for expert businesses — and what to do instead.You'll learn how to shift from traffic marketing to trust marketing, so your best clients find you, believe you, and buy from you — without chasing cold leads.What You'll Learn:Why high-volume “traffic” campaigns kill trust (and how to fix it)The simple spectrum that shows whether your marketing is aligned with your offerThe difference between quantity leads and quality relationshipsThe one content asset that keeps working for you — even when you're notHow to close the “trust gap” so buyers come ready to say yesMic Drop Truth:You don't have a lead problem. You have a trust problem.Listen next:

In this 60 Nights of Fright spotlight, I'm putting the focus on some of the ladies of horror, primarily Laurie Strode.. From Halloween(1978) to Halloween Ends(2022), Laurie's journey mirrors the evolution of The Final Girl from innocence to empowerment, from fear to fury.In this episode of JayMovieTalk:*Laurie Strode's transformation across 5 decades of horror*The Evolution of the final Girl, from Laurie to Sidney Prescott to modern icons like Grace(Ready or Not) *How trauma, survival, and strength became horror s new core themes.*Jaime Lee Curtis's enduring influence as the "Queen of Scream"Plus Side Topics:*Why Audiences Connect with the Final Girl*Laurie vs Michael- Horror's most personal rivalry*The next generation of Final Girls is reshaping the genreWho's Your favorite Final Girl in horror history?

Clark Lunt joins The REI Agent Podcast to reveal how patience, purpose, and simple action can turn ordinary investing into an extraordinary life of wealth, health, and happiness through focused mindset and balance.See full article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-wealth-health-and-amazing-happiness-with-clark-lunt/(00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast(00:03) - Welcoming Guest Clark Lunt(00:25) - Clark's Journey from Sales Career to Real Estate Investing(01:58) - The Mindset Shift: From Passive Income to Active Pursuit(04:07) - Discovering the HomeVestors Franchise Model(05:23) - How the Franchise Helped Fund and Mentor New Investors(05:47) - The Transition from Buy and Hold to Flipping(07:31) - Clark's Straight Talk on Overcomplicating Investing(09:24) - Mattias' Warning About Subject-To Deals(10:57) - Clark's Perspective on Sub-To Pitfalls and False Promises(12:39) - The Power of House Hacking for Beginners(14:30) - Clark's Roommate Strategy to Build Wealth in His 20s(15:45) - Using HELOCs to Accelerate Your Growth(17:47) - The Myth of Passive Income and the Drive to Keep Growing(20:30) - Why You Can't Hit a Home Run from the Dugout(23:45) - Leveraging Equity to Fund Bigger Opportunities(24:56) - Mattias' Example of Refinancing for College and Cashflow Flexibility(27:00) - Clark's 2006 Crash Story and the Power of Holding Long-Term(28:14) - Balancing Ambition with Quality of Life(29:25) - Why Health, Relationships, and Happiness Matter Most(30:57) - Midlife Reflection: The Shot Clock is Running(31:05) - Golden Nuggets for 2025: “Who, Not How”(32:57) - Auditing Your Circle and Buying Your Mentorship(33:33) - Clark's Recommended Books: The Go-Giver and How to Win Friends and Influence People(35:07) - Where to Find Clark Lunt and His Podcast Burn Your Boats Wealth(36:03) - Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks(36:12) - Outro: Subscribe and Visit REIAgent.comContact Clark Lunthttps://www.facebook.com/clarklunt/https://www.instagram.com/useriousclark23/If Clark's story inspired you to start taking action toward your own version of freedom, remember that small steps create massive change. For more powerful insights, visit https://reiagent.com

What you'll learn in this episode:Why bad reviews aren't as damaging as you thinkThe golden rule: perception is reality—valid or notHow to respond without being defensiveThe PRO framework (Problem, Result, Offer) for impactful reviewsWhy stacking good reviews matters more than fearing bad ones

Are you polyamorous and anxious? Does your chest tighten every time your partner mentions a new crush? Are you constantly asking yourself, “Why am I feeling this way if I chose non-monogamy?” You're not broken and you're definitely not alone.In this episode of Nope! We're Not Monogamous, relationship coach and recovering bathroom-floor-cryer Ellecia Paine (that's me

You're doing what's right — and still being misread. This episode helps you reframe misunderstanding not as failure, but as formation. You're not off track. You're becoming.You've clarified your calling. You've slowed down to recalibrate. You've made decisions rooted in faith and integrity. But somehow… others still don't get it. The silence, the second-guessing, the sideways glances — it all makes you wonder: Am I doing this wrong?In this episode of Identity-Level Recalibration, Julie Holly offers a powerful reframe for the discomfort of being misunderstood during growth. You'll explore why the brain confuses confusion with rejection, what “soul-level calibration” looks like in action, and how to stay aligned even when no one else sees what you're building — yet.Julie shares a personal story of leaving real estate to create ILR, as well as the enduring courage of Harriet Tubman — who stayed obedient even when no one understood her assignment. This isn't about being dramatic. It's about being faithful.This episode gives language to the loneliness of becoming — and reminds you that misunderstanding might just mean you're right where you need to be.In This Episode, We Cover:Why being misunderstood feels like failure — and why it's notHow your nervous system reads confusion as rejectionWhat ILR calls soul-level calibrationJulie's personal story of evolving beyond what others expectedHarriet Tubman's obedience beyond understandingHow to hold integrity without needing approvalA Micro-Recalibration to help you move without external clarityToday's Micro-Recalibration:Ask yourself:Where have I been waiting for understanding before taking action?Where have I allowed confusion from others to create confusion in me?Anchor this:“I can be misunderstood and still be in alignment.”If you lead, parent, mentor, or build — model what it looks like to trust the assignment even when it isn't affirmed.Others don't need to understand it yet. You just need to keep walking.If this episode gave you language you've been missing, please rate and review the show so more high-capacity humans can find it. Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Join the waitlist for the next Recalibration cohort This isn't therapy. This isn't coaching. This is identity recalibration — and it changes everything.

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Lectric Xpedition Bike: Watch HereWhat if the pain you've buried is the very thing blocking you from becoming the man God created you to be?In this raw and emotional episode, Jerrad sits down with Dr. Brad Johnson—also known as BJ Communicates—to talk about grief, father wounds, and how trauma shapes us more than we realize. BJ shares the heartbreaking story of holding his newborn son as he took his last breath, walking through the fog of loss in his marriage, and later grieving the death of his own father before reconciliation could happen.Together, they unpack how fatherlessness, unprocessed emotions, and generational pain keep men stuck—and why ignoring it doesn't make it go away. They talk about how grief shows up in unexpected ways (like road rage and burnout), why most men lack true friendships, and how healing begins with honest conversations.This episode is an invitation to stop carrying what God has called you to cast—and to believe that the best version of you is on the other side of your pain.What You'll Learn:Why men are emotional—even when they say they're notHow father wounds affect your identityThe power of grief and what it revealsWhat it means to carry trauma in your bodyHow to connect with your wife through emotional check-insWhy men struggle to form deep friendshipsHow generational patterns repeat if we don't interrupt themWhy healing is spiritual—and why it matters for your familyMentioned in This Episode:BJ Communicates' books: Hard Conversations seriesSupport group for grieving dads: Sad Dad“Feelings Wheel” for emotional check-insBook Jerrad to speak: https://www.jerradlopes.comGrab Dad Tired and Loving It: https://amzn.to/3YTz4GB