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The ubiquitous bane of the gardener - Bindweed. There seem be at least 50 ways to fight your bindweed - pulling, snipping, solarizing, suffocating, boiling, blow torching (really), using strong chemicals that kill everything around it and sometimes leaving bindweed standing alone on the hill, victory flag in hand.  Yes, gardeners, it's war. We're on your side discussing what could work and how long it could take. Note: Be patient. And presenting 3 short comedies to ease your (and our) frustration. Support UDT by joining our Garden Party and get fun rewards! Big Sale on UDT Merch! Visit our website for pix, good info and Upside Down Dictionary Click here to write to us! 

It's another fly-on-the-wall mini-episode with Lou Zant and our good friend, Amy Kathleen of the Collective Light Podcast! This is a continuation of AK and her husband, Mike's, wine tour earlier this summer, and in this bonus installment, the topic of why boutique wines are so different from wines you can find in your local grocery store. Here, Lou has taken AK and Mike to one of our hands-down-favorite wineries, Madrigal Family Winery. Listen in as Lou starts to unpack some of the reasons why the wine industry has been so slow to embrace the realities of the new world of online sales, and then discover one of the main reasons why discovering a new wine in the actual Wine Country can be so very special! NOTE: Be sure to check out Amy Kathleen's show, The Collective Light Podcast as she kicks off her new season on July 15 with her interview with our very own, Meredith Griffin! You can find and subscribe to Collective Light wherever you listen to your favorite shows! CONTACT US: If you have questions or comments for Meredith and Lou, and you're listening on the Anchor App, you can send them to us directly. If you're listening to this podcast on any other platform, and you want to reach out, you can email us at info@majorcrushwines.com // Follow us on Instagram: @majorcrushwinecast. // Be sure to check out all four seasons of Major Crush -- plus get the latest episodes of our upcoming Season Five -- on Spotify, or wherever you access your favorite podcasts!

The next phase of Star Wars animation is here! Join Dan Z and James Burns (JediNews.com) as they break down the premiere episode of Star Wars The Bad Batch, “Aftermath”. The hosts look at how the series connects to The Clone Wars, all of the surprises in the first episode, why “Aftermath’s” setting is important, and what we might expect from this new team. This is the podcast you're looking for! NOTE: Be sure to watch the first episode of The Bad Batch BEFORE listening to this podcast, as it contains SPOILERS!__Book your trip to Galaxy's Edge with Coffee With Kenobi’s Travel Partner - CoffeeWithKenobi.com/MouseFanTravel __Become a member of the CWK Alliance to support Coffee With Kenobi, get access to audio and VIDEO of our exclusive weekly podcast, CWK Pour-Over, discover unique merchandise, and more!CoffeeWithKenobi.com/CWKAlliance__Tune in and have a cup of coffee with Dan Z every Monday night at 8:00 pm CST on Facebook LIVE CoffeeWithKenobi.com/LIVE__Join our community in the CWK Cafe and be part of the conversation - CoffeeWithKenobi.com/Community __Shop Coffee With Kenobi shirts, hoodies, stickers, phone cases, and more -CoffeeWithKenobi.com/ShopPull up a chair, grab your favorite coffee mug, and let’s have some Coffee With Kenobi. Thanks for listening, and have a great week; this is the podcast you’re looking for!- Dan Z __Need help to launch your podcast or blog? Want Dan Z to speak at your event? DanZMedia.com------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Visit CoffeeWithKenobi.com for our Star Wars podcast, reviews, news, videos, and more!Follow us on TwitterFollow us on InstagramLike us on FacebookSubscribe to our YouTube ChannelMusic: Jazz Music: Eye to Eye by Steve Torok

IntroductionWe appreciate you taking your time to spend with us and for choosing to listen to our podcast.Thank you again for suggesting topics for us to talk about on the podcast and keep them coming.  Send those to farm4profitllc@gmail.com or find us all over social media.Do us a favor, stop, run over to YouTube, and hit subscribe…….just do it!We greatly appreciate your help in growing our audience.Listener Review: @185Jacob – It’s a good podcastBW Fusion – continued support with upcoming from the field updateGeringhoff – Head of the class, no matter the crop……..partnering with the head of the class, no matter the podcast guest!....maaayyybbeee…. we’re still building our skills and working on thatGeneral Topic – Are the people surrounding you causing frustrations? – Humble Hungry and SmartIntroduce GuestThe Ideal Team Player – Book by Patrick Lencioni – A Leadership Fable about the Three Essential VirtuesIs this book about three things that make the most successful farmers the most successful?Let’s take the setting of this book out of the corporate world and apply it to farming and agriculture!We often talk about whether someone is a ‘team player’. In interviews, performance reviews, or while sharing feedback.  Everyone agrees that being a team player is extremely desirable in an employee or vendor that a farmer does business with. We all in our minds have a definition of a team player, what’s yours?!According to Lencioni, a team player has three characteristics. Further, Lencioni states, when a team member significantly lacks one or more of these virtues, the process of building a cohesive team becomes hard, and in some cases, impossible. So in the words of your farm.  If you or a member if your team (family, employees, advisory team, or vendors) don’t share these attributes or aren’t working to grow them…..you’re less likely to succeed.Virtue #1 – HumbleThis is by far the most obvious and easiest to understand. Humility in a team member shows up as a lack of excessive ego, or concerns about personal status. Whoofta – who just thought of that salesman/buyer that you don’t like working with…..acting like their shit don’t stinkProbably also just thought about someone you know who always seems to genuinely care when you meet them for a conversationThey are quick to share credit, praise others freely, and sometimes even forego credit due to them in the interest of celebrating the team’s collective win. I’m thinking of an agronomist we just interviewed….even though he made the suggestions, he’s going to celebrate you when your production results come in.They demonstrate strong alignment towards the team’s goals, and prioritize collective wins over individual ones. Humble team players are self-confident, but not arrogant. A memorable quote that summarizes this indispensable attribute is:“Humility isn’t thinking less of yourself, but thinking of yourself less.”Note-Be careful: People who are insecure sometimes discount their own talents and thereby appear humble. People whose sense of self-worth is extremely deflated often end up hurting the team by being very passive. They don’t advocate for their ideas, nor call out the team’s inadequacies.Virtue #2 – HungryHungry: Hungry people are always looking for more.  (just like our listeners)They are intrinsically motivated, diligent, and have a strong desire to do more by going above and beyond. I think of most of these to be business owners.  I find in farming it is rare to find an employee that will go above and beyond for the benefit of their employer’s farm.  I know they exist, just think it is rare.Hungry people do not have to be pushed by their managers to perform; they are constantly looking for more responsibility, and thinking about the next step and the next opportunity (for the team).Who do you know, or just popped in your head right now as we described it?Do you work with them already?Can you hire this person?Note – be aware: Some people can be ‘hungry’ in a selfish way, and that is extremely detrimental to team health. Hunger driven by selfishness causes individual goals always trump collective team goals.Virtue #3 – SmartSmart: By ‘smart’, the author here refers to emotional intelligence and interpersonal awarenessThe capability to conduct oneself in a group situation and deal with others in the most effective way.Jen Hartman talked about this….some people just “get it” Emotionally intelligent people ask good questions, listen to what others are saying, and stay engaged in conversations intently. In-laws “Grumpy Dan” vs “Happy Dan”We all have landlords like this……some get it and others appear mean-heartlessSmart people exercise great judgment and intuition around the subtleties of group dynamics and are fully aware of the effect their words will have on the team.Note- watch out: ‘Smart’ness does not always imply good intentions. Watch out for ‘smart’ people who are in it for the wrong reasons.What happens if you or someone doesn’t have all three?The accidental mess-maker: You know that team member who is wicked smart, motivated and always bubbling with great ideas, but very often ends up rubbing others the wrong way? This person is Humble and Hungry, but not Smart!The skillful politician: That engineer who is everyone’s friend and confidant, and knows the perfect thing to say every time. He’s motivated, eager, and ambitious, but only where there’s an element of personal benefit The skillful politician, who is Hungry and Smart, but not Humble!The lovable slacker: He cares about everyone. He’s charming and always positive. He is technically capable, dependable, and is a solid member of the team. But — he does only as much as he is asked to do, and is rarely proactive with seeking newer areas of work. The lovable slacker, who is Humble and Smart, but not Hungry!The bulldozer: A powerhouse, he is determined to get stuff done, but with a focus on his personal achievements with little concern for his team. He neither knows nor cares how his words impact the people around him. A bulldozer who’s Hungry, but neither Humble nor Smart.Yada Yada Yada, right?  I still don’t think this matters to my little ol farm….. or it’s dad’s farm and I am just working here until he retires.This matters in so many areas.  Employees, the network around you, and the way you conduct yourself.How do I grow my farm?  Maybe by emitting these characteristics while serving on a board.  Meeting a future landlord and earning their trust.Maybe you develop a relationship with a cattle or hog buyer.  Get a trusting relationship that gets the most for your animal through mutual respect.Building trust in general….that’s how you learn about opportunities We all know a famer/rancher that seems to get into the win/win opportunities, do they possess these characteristics?Any other pieces of information to share with our listeners?What do you see your top producing or top tier of clients doing? –Common traitsSummaryChallengeSubmit questions and topic suggestionsLike, Rate, Review, Share

Step into the vibrant and beautiful world of living color with natural dyer, designer, and artist Sasha Duerr. Sasha takes us on a journey from Soil to Studio. We learn how creating and working with dyes made from plants, seaweed, and other natural materials can increase our ecological and botanical knowledge, foster collaboration, and have a beneficial impact on ecosystems.  Natural dyeing offers us multiple opportunities to participate in solutions. Food scraps and green waste can transform old clothes into “new”. Instead of being buried at landfills and emitting VOC’s, organic materials like onion skins, pomegranate rinds, and citrus peels can be re-purposed into natural dyes that revitalize our wardrobes and lessen our carbon footprint. Some dyes can even be poured into the garden when finished and used as a fertilizer. Unwanted weeds in your yard or invasive plants in your neighborhood can also be turned into color. One of my favorite dyes is Sour Grass. I look forward to seeing this ubiquitous plant every winter. I collect loads of it and dye old clothes a neon yellow that really glows. (Note: Be sure to identify plants before using them as dyes- just in case they are toxic.) Sasha talks about a few of her favorite dyes including Loquat, Eucalyptus leaves, and Redwood Cones, all very appropriate plants for beginning dyers. We also learn about some of the palettes from her new book Natural Color. I especially loved the Pollinator and Perfume Palettes. They will make you swoon! What color story would you like your clothes to tell?  Sasha Duerr is an artist and designer who works with plant-based palettes, natural dyes, and place-based recipes. She is an Adjunct Professor at the California College of the Arts with a joint appointment in textiles and fine arts where she designs curriculum and teaches courses in the intersection of natural color, slow food, slow fashion, and social practice. Her work has been shown in galleries and museums across the United States and abroad. In 2007, Sasha founded the Permacouture Institute to encourage the exploration of regenerative design practices for fashion and textiles. Her extensive work with plant-based palettes and ecological principles through local land-based sources and community has been featured in many publications She is the author of The Handbook of Natural Plant Dyes, Natural Color, and Natural Palettes.Discover more about Sasha and her work at SashaDuerr.com. Sasha mentions the following references in this episode: Books by Kate Fletcher Fibershed Greenpeace  Botanical Colors

Anthony, Edgar, Barry, and International Thriller Writers award-winner Megan Abbott is one of my favorite writers working today. Not only the prolific author of acclaimed short stories and novels, including Queenpin, You Will Know Me, and Give Me Your Hand, she has also written White Masculinity in Hardboiled Fiction & Film Noir. Formerly a staff writer on David Simon's HBO original series, The Deuce, as a screenwriter, Megan Abbott recently adapted her gorgeous novel Dare Me for the USA Network and served as a co-creator, executive producer, and showrunner of the series, which was repeatedly named one of the best TV shows of 2020 and has also just been made available to stream on Netflix as well. A Grosse Pointe Michigan native who fell in love with old movies as a child and is still a highly respected film buff, she's also been a contributor to and essayist for The Criterion Collection. Megan, who received her PhD in English and American Literature from New York University, has worked as a professor at NYU, the State University of New York, as well as the New School University, and in 2013-2014, she served as the John Grisham writer-in-residence at Ole Miss. Well known for her rich prose and female-centric spin on the crime genre, in the past, Megan edited the anthology A Hell of a Woman, which was devoted to female crime fiction, and her work has appeared in The New York Times, Salon, The Wall Street Journal, The L.A. Times Magazine, The Guardian, and more. Megan's hotly-anticipated tenth novel, The Turnout, is due to be released this summer on July 6, 2021. It was both an honor and a privilege to speak to Megan about the underrated or overlooked films of Martin Scorsese - one of her favorite filmmakers as well as mine - in this enlightening and engaging episode, which fans of her work and Scorsese's are sure to love.Note: Be sure to stay tuned after our conversation for a postscript, where I fill listeners in on the changes to the podcast this "season" in 2021.Theme Music: Solo Acoustic Guitar by Jason Shaw, Free Music ArchiveOriginally Posted on Patreon (1/1/21) here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/45644845

To new traders, the stock market can seem like utter chaos. Truthfully, they’re not wrong — the stock market is often irrational and extremely counterintuitive. 2020 has certainly proven that!But when you get down to it, there are certain patterns that repeat over and over...For smart traders, understanding how these patterns play out can lead to ‘aha’ moments that can lead to greater trading consistency.The keys to understanding stock market patterns? Getting curious, and tracking your data.For Stephen Johnson, it all started with a question: “what do these gappers all have in common?”In the episode, you’ll learn how he began obsessively tracking dollar volume data — and what his results reveal! Co-hosts Tim Bohen and Kim Ann Curtin are along for the ride...Note: Be sure to watch this one on YouTube, because Stephen’s got plenty of great charts to showcase his results!

Into The Vertical Blank: Generation Atari S3:E19 Interview with Thomas Cherryhomes. How Fujinet and Irata-Online Give Plato New Life Fujinet is an exciting new creation for Atari 8bit computers that, among other things, allows them to connect up to the internet and load disk images straight off of FTP sites. It is the brainchild of the genius Thomas Cherryhomes who would like to have this type of device built for all home computers. Thomas started out by building IrataOnline, a version of the Plato Learning system and drivers for every popular computer system. He then built the ultimate SIO device for Atari 8bit home computer to allow them to go on the internet, explore IrataOnline and much much more. Note: Be sure to check out the companion video(s) here so you can see Fuji.Net in Action: https://intotheverticalblank.com/2020/09/24/s3e19-interview-with-thomas-cherryhomes-how-fujinet-and-irataonline-give-plato-new-life/ Fijunet: https://fujinet.online/ Irata Online: https://irata.online/ Written, Edited, Produced by Steve Fulton and Jeff Fulton Branding by Daryl Litts Additional music -Tony Longworth’s “Dance Me This" https://tonylongworth.com/ Don’t forget: http://www.intotheverticalblank.com

In this 18th episode in our series, Around the World with COVID-19 from a Blindness Perspective, we hear from Paul Mugambi in Kenya, Africa. Thus far we have spanned the globe  with  blind citizens Around the world, from Australia and Malaysia, to the united kingdom, Trinidad and Tobago, Canada, Japan, Seychelles, Columbia, and the United States. . Now we hear a first-hand report from Paul with his unique perspective on how the coronavirus has affected him, his family and disabled persons in general  in Kenya. Paul Mugambi lives in Kenya, on the Easter coast of the continent of Africa. Blind himself,  Paul is an active voice for the blind and visually impaired in his country. He describes how the virus has affected his family and him personally, beginning with having to relocate in order to reduce his family’s cost of living.  Paul has also lost a close personal friend  to the COVID virus. Note: Be sure to listen to an excerpt from a song entitled "I’m on My Lane," from a recent album of Paul’s in which that friend performs.  In this episode, Paul highlights how the government of Kenya, while working to be more inclusive can do much better in keeping blind citizens informed about plans and actions around Covid-19. He outlines the specific areas in which disabled individuals are not receiving Covid-19 data  from the National and county governments indicating that the voices of disabled citizens are not being heard. As a public policy and diversity and inclusion expert, Paul also notes that a lack of food for disabled individuals is a major challenge, that stems from a lack of employment, no government subsidies  and the resulting lack of money with which to purchase food. Paul brings a new and intriguing perspective on Covid-19 that we have not seen in previous episodes of this series, but which adds depth to our portrait of knowledge of how the Corona virus is impacting our blind and visually impaired colleagues around the world. As usual, Blind Abilities has inserted news stories to enhance the report and paint a tine-line for you to better understand the sequence of the COVID-19 progression.  special thanks go out to Chee Chau, for his beautiful song and titled wayfarer.  Be sure to tune in to more  informative episodes to hear how your BVI counterparts around the world are coping with and adapting to cOVID-19. Contact Your State Services If you reside in Minnesota, and you would like to know more about Transition Services from State Services contact Transition Coordinator Sheila Koenig by email or contact her via phone at 651-539-2361. Contact: You can follow us on Twitter @BlindAbilities On the web at www.BlindAbilities.com Send us an email Get the Free Blind Abilities App on the App Storeand Google Play Store. Check out the Blind Abilities Communityon Facebook, the Blind Abilities Page, and the Career Resources for the Blind and Visually Impaired group

Today Sean O'Gorman is a high performance and mindset coach with a no-bullshit approach. But once upon a time, not so long ago, he was deciding how to end it all, such was the profound nature of his PTSD. A former Queensland (Australia) cop, in the K9 Unit, Sean has seen much conflict and violence. This contributed to his debilitating disorder. His battled let him to an extremely low point, which he openly discusses with anyone who asks. From there he worked and studied and attended training programs and retreats. The fact that he says he no longer has PTSD might indicate that he has hit upon something that is worth listening to. He has certainly helped thousands of people from all walks of life, through his coaching, group training and his enormously popular podcast, The Strong Life Project.NOTE: Be advised that this episode contains obscene language.WARNING: Also be advised that this episode mentions suicide ideation. If this is likely to cause you distress, please do not listen. If you, or anyone you know, are struggling please call Lifeline on 131114.Please enjoy the podcast :)

As your dog gets older, you're going to want to support a healthy, safe, and happy lifestyle. In this episode, we give you tips for your senior dog. From supplements to activities to keep them sharp, we discuss what we're doing to help our dogs. After our border terrier, Finlay recently took some spills, we have had to pay closer attention to his needs as he ages. Our dogs deserve our support as they transition into their golden years. What do you do to help your senior dog?*We love Pet Releaf hemp oil for Finlay's aches and Riley's thunderstorm and fireworks anxiety: https://petreleaf.com/*For added support for their joints, we use Cosequin, a glucosamine supplement: https://www.cosequin.com/dogs/*NOTE: Be sure to check with your veterinarian before starting your dog on any new supplements. We are not doctors! ;)

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TranscriptBefore we dive into the three shortcuts to discovering your brand, I need to address the #1 marketing mistake most make and the difference between branding and marketing. Drum roll, please…the most common marketing mistake according to research is an inconsistent message that creates cognitive dissonance. Have you ever watched a commercial and you’re like, What the heck was that?! I don’t even know what they’re saying let alone selling! You’re left irritated and confused. In fact, you probably can’t even remember the name of the business because of the immediate confusion. That’s cognitive dissonance. Being cute, clever, and edgy means nothing if people don’t know what you’re saying. Your message needs to be so clear that a two-year-old gets it. Well, maybe not that extreme but pretty darn close. The Difference Between Branding and MarketingNow, let’s look at your branding and marketing. First, you need to develop your brand before you even begin marketing. Very simply, your brand is the personality of your business. It’s who you are as a person—core values, personality, and aspirations—that translates over into your business. Your identity is your business’s identity. For example, your personality will be drawn to certain colors, textures, and even fonts. Some like muted, earthy colors. Others love all the primary colors. More than likely that has translated over into your website. But your brand is more than colors and fonts It’s the feel and the experience people have when with you. That experience and feeling draws in your tribe. Note: Be careful though. Your website colors need to inspire the action you want people to take. If you want them to stay for a while, you need to use muted colors that are peaceful. If you want them to take action, you need bold colors like yellow, red, and orange. But don’t make your site so boring, people fall asleep and don’t make so colorful that they feel they’re trapped in a crayon box. Marketing is the vehicle to get your brand and its message out to your tribe, your target market. Your marketing whether it’s Facebook, Instagram, radio or TV needs to ooze your brand. People need to get a taste of your brand that leaves them wanting more. Three Shortcuts to Discovering Your BrandOkay, so two of these are free and one is $45 but totally worth it. After your finish this blog, click the announcement bar at the top and take my brand personality quiz. It takes about five minutes, and you’ll learn which of the 12 personalities you are, your goals, philosophy, fears, and what your followers expect from you, which you can use as a filter for all of your content not just marketing content. Next, go to howyoufascinate.com and take Sally Hogshead’s Fascination Advantage assessment. What I love about this assessment is that it shows how your potential clients see you. For example, I’m a Power and Trust combo meaning that I’m the one that solves my clients problems with authority and expertise. I’m the one that shows up when no one knows what to do and says, “Let’s do this and this and that.” The trust factor means that my clients trust me quickly and know that I’m dependable, reliable, and comfy like a cozy blanket. It also tells me that my clients don’t want surprises. When I conduct business with my combo, I’m in my zone and best received by others.And, finally, go over to Pinterest where you’ll create a board of the colors, textures, and fonts you like that you’ll then use for your website, Instagram, Facebook, and all other content. Use the following guidelines:Keep it within 15-20 images (you might start with a lot more but narrow it down in the end)Try to pin about 5 pins that fit into these categories: colors, fonts, textures, patternsShoot for consistency. Entire board should be a cohesive visual representation of what you thing fits the look and feel of what you want your site to beBy the time you’re done, you should see an overall picture of what you’re drawn to that’s cohesive and has the feel you like. For example, my Pinterest board has a lot of black, white, yellow and teal. Yellow is happy. Teal is a touch of peace, which I love. And black and white is professional and classy. So I’m professional with a lot of joy. You’ll have fun with me. In SummaryDiscovering your brand personality is a lot of fun. I didn’t know how to do any of this when I started my business. It took me a lot longer to figure it out. I don’t want you to struggle like I did. Use these tools, and you’ll save a lot of time, headache, and confusion! For more information on this process, read “My Exact Branding Research Process.”

In this confidence coaching session, Lucy gets help 1) navigating awkward conversational moments and 2) identifying goals and taking action. Please forgive us for some background noise. :)   Remember:  "Trying is cool" - Lucy   Mentioned in this episode: Greater Good Storytelling: coaching and workshops by storytelling consultant Nathan Young Tip by Lucy: Imagine you’re a cricket watching a reel of your past moments, to reflect on what went well and what you can do differently next time Note: Be careful not to over-ruminate. Part of the reason Lucy finds this helpful is because it helps her not overly fixate on awkward moments.   Homework: Practice mindfulness, letting your thoughts swim or float away  Homework: Nervous about how you’re coming across to friends or coworkers? Ask for feedback Tip: To prevent the “it was good but…” format of feedback, ask for one thing you’re doing well and one way you could do better  BetterLateThanNever.email - a website to normalize the common experience of being behind on responding to emails & other messages. Note: This website is in a drafty draft mode. If you have ideas about how to make this website useful for getting back in touch after a while of not responding, please let me know at masha@boldadulting.com  Totally Laime podcast Seinfeld productivity method Note: Although this “don’t break the chain” system of getting things done every day is attributed to Jerry Seinfeld, the origin has been disputed Homework: 100 Rejection Letters Challenge Tiffany Han Jia Jiang’s Rejection Therapy including Dare Me app Kim Liao’s Why You Should Aim for 100 Rejections a Year I heard about this challenge from Elizabeth Gilbert’s Magic Lessons podcast which is a MUST-LISTEN for any creative person who needs a confidence boost Rejection Game but please anyone who tries this, please be ethical and aware of power dynamics. Examples:  Don’t ask out someone who you supervise.  Don’t hassle customer service employees with uncomfortable tasks they may feel obligated to do for tips.  Don’t ask women or people of color in professions dominated by white males to take on a disproportionate amount of tasks that don’t advance their profession. Keeping all that in mind, go out and face your fears!   Bullet Journal to organize goal progress in a way that best matches your preferences and needs You can do it really simply but if you want some more fun, try this and this. ———————————————————————— Discuss this episode or learn about hiring Masha for workshop (about making progress on goals that matter to you using antiperfectionism and authenticity) at BoldAdulting.com! Follow BoldAdulting on Twitter or Instagram. Email: masha@boldadulting.com Masha’s personal social media: Twitter & Instagram   All coaching sessions and interviews are included by permission and with the level of privacy requested by each guest.    Bold Adulting season 3 episodes were recorded over a year ago. To hear updates or to learn what podcast guests have been up to since then, reach out using the contact information if provided.  Host: Masha Evpak Sound Editor: Masha Evpak & Bart Cameron

"When we learn how to spot the narratives that get in the way of our happiness, we improve our chances of taking control of the stories that have for so long controlled us." —Paul Dolan, author of Happy Ever After: Escaping the Myth of the Perfect Life "There are countless stories about how we ought to live our lives . . . as such, many of these stories end up creating a kind of social dissonance whereby, perversely, they cause more harm than good. They become . . . narrative traps, which together form the myth of the perfect life." NOTE: Be sure to tune into the audio version of this episode as a detailed introduction and other conversation is shared. 1. Understand the difference between having wealth and being rich. Wealth is defined as accumulated assets in the form of savings, investment and property and is more difficult to measure. Rich is often understood to be a numerical amount of cash earned in income. Looking at one's wealth is a better reflection of a person's purchasing power. In other words, simply because someone "looks rich", does not mean they are rich. "Getting richer does not necessarily bring more happiness, partly becasue we upwardly adjust the people we compare ourselves to." 2. A happy life doesn't require you to have children "Happy and fulfilled lives are often supported by, but certainly do not require children. There are good reasons not to have children, both at the micro and macro level. It is not helpful, therefore, to push the 'have your own kids' narrative on everyone. Finding a way to celebrate rather than undermine people's decisions to remain childfree by loosening our hold on the social narrative can have a positive societal impact." 3. Stop comparing yourself to others and putting yourself in a position to be tempted to compare. Dolan suggests, if you are going to make comparisons, to make a comparison to any one of the other 7 billion people on our planet. Most likely you are doing very well financially. Not only will this provide perspective but also humility. 4. Let go of the pursuit for more money Once you have a enough money to live a life in which you are not struggling for the basic necessities, Dolan suggests taking the path to "just enough". Why? When we become aware of what we truly need, we are demonstrating we are cognizant of the social comparisons and status markers that may have pushed us to pursue more in the past. Understanding why we are pursuing what we are pursuing, to truly get to the core of the urge, is to make sure we are indeed thinking for ourselevs and not being unconsciously led around by the nose due to the narrative traps we are unaware surround us constantly. Once you stop pursuing more money, "you can stop constantly worrying". And what a gift to give yourself as your everydays will elevate immediately. 5. Reexamine what your success looks like, and let go of the pursuit for status Conscious living is at the heart of what we're talking about today, and becoming clear about what we are pursuiting and what is pushing us to achieve it is crucial to live a more contented life. If at the core of why you are pursuing a particular career is because of the status it will bring, applause you imagine will happen, then you are being led around by a narrative trap; however, if you are instead pursuing a field of study that ignites you, allows you to come to life and aligns with talents that naturally are easy to share, then you are on the right path for the success that will be unique to you. 6. Pursue a career in which many skills are utilized and your contributions are valued Dolan found that those individuals who work on a job that uses a variety of skills are happier. As well, if your work is valued, that too cultivates a work environment of enjoyment. Not only is a job that asks our minds and sometimes bodies to work different skill sets and tasks healthy regular exercise for our brains and beings, but it leads to a feeling of productivity at the end of the day which is very satisfying. Add the knowledge that what we are doing is contributing something of value that we are proud of that the pair is the perfect natural medicine for a sound and peaceful night of rest. 7. Women and girls and education Dolan found that receiving a basic education for girls had a significant effect on the overall happiness of their lives. In other words, making sure all people, but especially girls enables them to have agency over their own lives. Largely because the world is dominated by patriarchies, educating women to understand the world they live in and how to advocate for their own rights as well as navigate in the world that may not, depending upon where they live, want them to think for themselves, is crucial for the individual's happiness. 8. Understand the difference between passionate and companionate love "Given the way that love is portrayed in literature, film and the media, the prevailing narrative clearly places a high premium on its passionate aspect, most often in manipulatively uplifing ways." As shared previously on TSLL, being married is not the causation of happiness, but rather, if the happiness lasts beyond the short-term (as it does bring a feeling of euphoria to have met society's standard or expectation), it is due to two happy people finding each other. In other words, they knew how to be happy on their own and the happiness together, being happy in their choice to come together, likely increased their feelings of contentment. Dolan points these findings out as well. When it comes to falling for the trap of passionate love and trying to mold it into happily ever after, I have fallen into that narrative trap as well. The narrative of intense chemistry swirls around us constantly in the media, and it is up to us to be aware of what it is and what would be best for a long-lasting, healthy, loving relationship. 9. Be married, be single, it does not matter when it comes to happiness More and more studies are revealing that those who are married and happy are no more happy than any other group - single, widowed, divorced. The social narrative of promoting marriage as the goal is prevalent in our society and has been for decades in our modern lives (in previous centuries, due to lack of equality laws, it was often a necessity). When we can recognize the narrative trap, and be clear about what is speaking to us for how we wish to live our lives, we set ourselves free to live our best lives - whether that is with or without someone. Dolan books continues on to explore many other topics such as health, volition, monogamy and altruism. I encourage you to read it as it provides an exercise for the brain regarding the narrative traps we may have stepped into and did not realize it. To make a blanket statement and say that all social narratives are bad is not wise, but all should be explored, and likely, at least for me, you may find that most should be challenged. That is the difficult part as you are going against the grain of what society expects. Dolan reminds that any narrative that is predominant "always serves the interests of those in power, the groups they serve best will depend on the context". What he is suggesting we keep in mind whenever we talk about or consider and examine any narrative is to closely look at the narrative to understand all of the nuances and not make sweeping assumptions or statements. Fundamentally, when we let go of what no longer serves us, we set ourselves free, and much like fall and the as the quote below reminds, it is a lovely revealing of what we have the opportunity to experience as we go about living a life that will bring us far more contentment than we ever thought possible. "Trees are about ready to show us how lovely it is to let things go." —Emily Ley, A Simplified Life SIMILAR POSTS/EPISODES YOU MIGHT ENJOY: 5 Things to Stop Romanticizing Being Single is Luxurious Living, episode #170 7 Components of Healthy, Strong Relationships, episode #11 Why Not . . . Live Consciously? Petit Plaisir: ~Play with the pumpkins ~Downton Abbey, the film https://youtu.be/tu3mP0c51hE ~Sponsors of today’s episode: Candid Co – candidco.com/simple Save $75 off your order with the following promo code – SIMPLE

In this 5/12/19 sermon, Elder Michael Gowens looks at the compelling analogy in Isaiah 49:15-16 - a comparison between a mother's devotion to her infant child and the Lord's covenant commitment to His people. Though we can think of few bonds as strong in the realm of nature as that between a mother and her child, yet God's covenant love for His children is stronger still. That inviolable loyalty to the objects of His everlasting love is the basis of both their eternal security and temporal hopes for the future. Note: Be advised that a power outage drove our congregation into the Fellowship Hall for worship, resulting in the use of a portable recording unit with a condenser mic instead of our ordinary sound system. Thanks for your consideration.

Be a part of our special 100th episode by emailing maturity@saddleback.com! Write us a short message—no more than a paragraph—sharing a spiritual insight that you have gained recently. What has God taught you in last few days, weeks, or months that others could benefit from? Email us and we will share what you’ve learned on Episode 100! NOTE: Be sure to use the subject line “Doable Discipleship” when you email us. We look forward to hearing from you!

In Episode 006 we interview Dawn Weinman who is a Great Oaks member and participant in two of our key international initiatives - Basque & Peru. Once you listen to her story, you won't be surprised why her heart is drawn towards the international community. This is one episode you will definitely need to listen to twice to catch all of her story. [Note: Be sure to listen all the way through. We added some post-episode fun ... a portion of our mic test!]

Today is Marketing Mondays on Radio Ignite Live Radio Ignite is a free public service built for accountants, bookkeepers and business owners. Register free today. (scroll down for registration links) Listen to Friday's Radio Ignite Live episode Today on Radio Ignite Live we will discuss getting your social networks in shape. It only takes a few minutes a day to manage a thriving social media account or two. We'll talk about some tricks on how to fit this into your day. Whether you are fan of Twitter, Facebook or Instagram, or maybe none of the above, we will discuss how these social networks can help your brand grow automatically and for little or no cost. We'll discuss how to use these tools more effectively, and how even the faintest of heart can create a social media presence that delivers results. Also, we will discuss Branding and Refreshing Your Brand to help you get ready for a new year of growth and success. Finally, we'll give you an update on our progress with our Accounting Workflow System (AWS). RADIO IGNITE IS FREE. ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS REGISTER BELOW FOR THE PODCASTS TO RECEIVE THE LINK TO CONNECT. ONLY TAKES A COUPLE SECONDS TO REGISTER. Tune in at: radioignite.com schooloftaxes.com/radio schoolofbookkeeping.com/radio 74systems.com/radio soundcloud.com/igniteradio Note: Be sure to register for all the days you wish to attend. When you register for a day, you will have the option to add up to 20 recurring events for each day you register.

Listen & Subscribe on iTunes   For the past few years, Mark has put in work, week after week, to bring the Are You Being Real podcast to your earbuds and have each episode provide a clue to what it means to discover and be who we truly are, even when it’s not easy.   Becoming "who you truly are" is a beautiful concept, but from Mark's experience, "it's fucking hard." Even after participating in over 200 recordings, many workshops, and conducting focused research on each of his guests, it’s still not an easy thing to identify.   But one thing is certain: there have been a lot of lessons along the way and there will be many more to discover as he refines his vision and new opportunities unfold.   Tune in to Episode 200 to hear all about them.  Not only does he dive into the lessons he’s learned, but he also talks about real struggles he has encountered with the podcast, stuff that he continues to work on personally, what the future holds for the podcast, and why he’s excited for his latest and loftiest project yet: LoveBomb.   The team at Are You Being Real want to thank each and every one of you for joining us on this journey and look forward to growing with you into the future!   *NOTE: Be sure to stay through to the end to enjoy the special montage of ‘final words of wisdom’ from past guests. :)     Connect with Mark: Instagram | Facebook     Show Notes: -What does 'being who you are' truly mean? -What the future of AYBR looks like after this episode. -A history of Mark's upbringing, the beginning of the podcast, and what it's is today. -Has Mark ever second-guessed himself on his path or worried about being judged by others? -Many lessons he's learned from 200 weeks of publishing the podcast. -Stuff that hasn't worked out and how Mark's 'Achilles heal' has influenced those things. -What is Mark is most excited about? -Mark's newest project, LoveBomb, and the purpose behind it. -How you can continue to support Are You Being Real.

A few days before leaving for the 2018 Synod on Youth in Rome, Bishop Barron hosted a listening session with a group of young people at Villanova Preparatory School in his region. The goal was to invite the kids to share their ideas, desires, and concerns, so that Bishop Barron could bring those insights with him to the Synod discussions. Today we share the audio of that discussion. Enjoy! NOTE: Be sure to visit WordFromRome.com to see all of Bishop Barron's daily video updates from the Synod!

LIVE STREAM! with LonelySpeck's Ian Norman!! If you aren't following the Facebook Photog Adventures Page (PAGE not the Group) then you might have missed out on the opportunity of hanging with Ian Norman live. Ian is one of our ABSOLUTE FAVORITE Milky Way Master Gurus and the creator of LonelySpeck.com and many popular YouTube tutorials helping us all be better in our Milky Way Photography! In this episode we start with talking about Ian's hike up Mt. Whitney and doing Milky Way Photography on his way down then move on to our LIVE listener Q&A where he tackles photography technique and processing questions from those participating in the LIVE Q&A. Then for Segment Three we do an extended Gear Time where Ian talks Sony Camera bodies and gets everyone thinking about changing over to the Sony Sensor!  Follow Ian and his wife's adventures at http://northtosouth.us/  and over on their Instagram @northtosouthtravel. Learn more Milky Way Photography tips over at LonelySpeck.com! NOTE: Be prepared for long, unedited portions of the hangout with Ian during the live Q&A. Segments Two and Three are better enjoyed watching the live feed off our Facebook Page but I included them here in case you prefer that. I apologize in advance for what turns out to be my worst "one more thing then lets end the podcast" ever. As I say it about three times and the podcast extends another 30-45 minutes!

Our host shares five tips to make a LinkedIn profile that may make potential employers or clients stop to stare -- and possibly connect. Note: Be sure to familiarize yourself with the ethical rules of your jurisdiction relating to social media.

Jax Daily Master Marketing Tips for DJs and Music producers. Just as any musician or music creator must first begin by marketing themselves, it’s really important for a DJ to do the same. 99.9% of people starting a business from scratch don’t know what they need to market their business. Typically you’ll spend all your time getting your product right and figuring out what your going to create or sell but when it comes to actually selling yourself or the product, you fall short. That epic stall leaves you feeling sad and lost. Well I have some important things that will help you get on the road to greatness. These tips with help you today so you can get started and stop feeling like the road ahead is up hill both ways. NOTE: Be sure to listen to the podcast as I put everything in there. http://avaliveradio.com/mastermarketingtips-for-djs-and-music-producers --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This was a great episode! Bigg Jon Vic and the "GolfFather" Bill Cuebas travel to Illinois and golf at Mistwood Golf Club, listen to their thoughts and conversation with the Director Of Golf, Andy Mickelson. They then visit Tour Edge Golf HQ and get a grand tour of how operations are ran. Listen to the conversation from Tour Edge HQ with Jon Claffey. Golf Life Report discusses Electric Sunglasses. NOTE: Be sure to check out BiGGs GOLF TALK EXTRA HOLES with Tour Edge.

This was a great episode! Bigg Jon Vic and the "GolfFather" Bill Cuebas travel to Illinois and golf at Mistwood Golf Club, listen to their thoughts and conversation with the Director Of Golf, Andy Mickelson. They then visit Tour Edge Golf HQ and get a grand tour of how operations are ran. Listen to the conversation from Tour Edge HQ with Jon Claffey. Golf Life Report discusses Electric Sunglasses. NOTE: Be sure to check out BiGGs GOLF TALK EXTRA HOLES with Tour Edge.

Ever notice how the most successful people also DO the most with their days? Hugh Culver is no exception. (2017 Note: Be sure to check out Hugh's new brand which is “Business of Speaking” on https://hughculver.com) He spent 18 years growing a successful coaching, speaking and consulting business, Hugh is also a seminar leader and […]

Are you using a link shortener? Well if you are a podcaster listen up because in this episode you'll discover the best way to use link shorteners to promote your brand. Show notes: http://ileanesmith.com/12 Call in to the show: http://ileanesmith.com/contact NOTE: Be sure to listen to the end to find out when NOT to use the bit.ly link shortener.

  [NOTE: Check links under description!]   ~ We Talk About 2016 ~ Who's Ready For 2017? ~ Vlad, He's A Cool Guy ~ Let's Count It Down   ****NOTE: Be sure to send in your OATH MP3 files to info@dvradio.net NLT January 4, 2017****   **LINKS TO CHECK OUT**   DV Farm Amazon Smile URL https://Smile.Amazon.com/ch/47-4963369   DV Farm (GoFundMe) www.GoFundMe.com/DVFarm-Org   DV Barracks (DV Forum)  www.DVBarracks.com   DV Store www.MyDVStore.com   DV Farm www.DVFarm.org   **Have a show pitch? Song request? Segment idea? Junk in the News? Anything not listed here? Email info@DVRadio.net with that subject line** **Want to contact DV about the Mod Team? Email Recoil at recoil@DVRadio.net (Serious inquiries ONLY)**

[NOTE: Check links under description!] ~ 2016 Takes A Couple More ~ A 2016 Tribute To Our Celebrities ~ The Show Goes Into Autopilot ~ Junk In The News ~ Will Balls Drop?   ****NOTE: Be sure to send in your OATH MP3 files to info@dvradio.net NLT January 4, 2017****   **LINKS TO CHECK OUT**   DV Farm Amazon Smile URL https://Smile.Amazon.com/ch/47-4963369   DV Farm (GoFundMe) www.GoFundMe.com/DVFarm-Org   DV Barracks (DV Forum)  www.DVBarracks.com   DV Store www.MyDVStore.com   DV Farm www.DVFarm.org   **Have a show pitch? Song request? Segment idea? Junk in the News? Anything not listed here? Email info@DVRadio.net with that subject line** **Want to contact DV about the Mod Team? Email Recoil at recoil@DVRadio.net (Serious inquiries ONLY)**

[NOTE: Check links under description!] ~ The DV6 Store Minute ~ Marquis And Kwanzaa ~ The Salty Soldier's Mission ~ A Dysfunctional Night Before Christmas   ****NOTE: Be sure to send in your OATH MP3 files to info@dvradio.net as soon as possible!****   **LINKS TO CHECK OUT**  The Salty Soldier's Kickstarter   Click Here For The Kickstarter Or Go To His Facebook Page "The Salty Soldier" Click Here For The Salty Soldier Facebook Page Or Search Facebook For The Same Name   DV Farm Amazon Smile URL https://Smile.Amazon.com/ch/47-4963369   DV Farm (GoFundMe) www.GoFundMe.com/DVFarm-Org   DV Barracks (DV Forum)  www.DVBarracks.com   DV Store www.MyDVStore.com   DV Farm www.DVFarm.org   **Have a show pitch? Song request? Segment idea? Junk in the News? Anything not listed here? Email info@DVRadio.net with that subject line** **Want to contact DV about the Mod Team? Email Recoil at recoil@DVRadio.net (Serious inquiries ONLY)**

[NOTE: Check links under description!]   ~ Marquis Goes To His Kwanzaa Celebration ~ A Veteran Comedian Tries To Tell A Joke ~ Google Tries To Be Superman ~ Another PROMO Code??   ****NOTE: Be sure to send in your OATH MP3 files to info@dvradio.net NLT January 4, 2017!****   Ron Ripley Click Here For His You Tube Or Search "Ron Ripley Riots" Follow On Twitter @RonRipleyRiot Follow On Instagram: RobRipleyRiot Email Him With Inquiries At laughingissexy@gmail.com   DV Farm Amazon Smile URL https://Smile.Amazon.com/ch/47-4963369   DV Farm (GoFundMe) www.GoFundMe.com/DVFarm-Org   DV Barracks (DV Forum)  www.DVBarracks.com   DV Store www.MyDVStore.com   DV Farm www.DVFarm.org     **Have a show pitch? Song request? Segment idea? Junk in the News? Anything not listed here? Email info@DVRadio.net with that subject line** **Want to contact DV about the Mod Team? Email Recoil at recoil@DVRadio.net (Serious inquiries ONLY)**

[NOTE: Check links under description!]   ~ Dog Tag Brewing Foundation Joins Us ~ Army BEATS Navy ~ Use PROMO CODE: MARQUIS For 0% Off (There's Also One For 40%!) ~ Junk That's In The News ~ There's A Bird Somewhere... ~ Stars & Bars Custom Wood Working Joins Us ~ The Marquis Minute   ****NOTE: Be sure to send in your OATH MP3 files to info@dvradio.net as soon as possible!****   **LINKS TO CHECK OUT** DOG TAG BREWING FOUNDATION Dog Tag Brewing's goal is to raise $50,000 for the 10 Gold Star Family Initiatives by December 31. This will certainly help to get them off to a great start for their 2017 goal of $325,000 for 65 Gold Star Family Initiatives. www.DogTagBrewing.org/Take-Action/ (Dog Tag On Faceook) Search "Dog Tag Brewing" Or Click Here   Stars & Bars Cutsom Woodworking   www.StarsAndBarsWoodDesign.com **All proceeds from the "DV Ornaments" go to the DV Farm** (Stars & Bars On Facebook) Search "veterans.stars.and.bars" Or Click Here   DV Farm Amazon Smile URL https://Smile.Amazon.com/ch/47-4963369   DV Farm (GoFundMe) www.GoFundMe.com/DVFarm-Org   DV Barracks (DV Forum)  www.DVBarracks.com   DV Store www.MyDVStore.com   DV Farm www.DVFarm.org   **Have a show pitch? Song request? Segment idea? Junk in the News? Anything not listed here? Email info@DVRadio.net with that subject line** **Want to contact DV about the Mod Team? Email Recoil at recoil@DVRadio.net (Serious inquiries ONLY)**

  [NOTE: Check links under description!]   ~ Deacon Taylor & Chapi Talk About Long March Home ~ Special Promo Code Extended ~ SRP Still Loves Marquis' Pole ~ We Interview Louis From CONUS Battle Drills ~ We ALL Miss DV Snafu (Get Better Soon, Brother)   ****NOTE: Be sure to send in your OATH MP3 files to info@dvradio.net as soon as possible!****   **LINKS TO CHECK OUT** LONG MARCH HOME GoFundMe https://www.gofundme.com/longmarchhome?ssid=828828798&pos=3   CONUS Battle Drills FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1056657507689084&fref=ts WEBSITE: http://www.conusbattledrills.com/   DV Radio YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj7Wdv1kr31Q3XfvWHQJiDA   DV Farm Amazon Smile URL https://Smile.Amazon.com/ch/47-4963369   DV Farm (GoFundMe) www.GoFundMe.com/DVFarm-Org   DV Barracks (DV Forum)  www.DVBarracks.com   DV Store www.MyDVStore.com   DV Farm www.DVFarm.org   **Have a show pitch? Song request? Segment idea? Junk in the News? Anything not listed here? Email info@DVRadio.net with that subject line** **Want to contact DV about the Mod Team? Email Recoil at recoil@DVRadio.net (Serious inquiries ONLY)**

[NOTE: Check links under description!]   ~ Tinman & Bender (From DV Mod Team) Join Us ~ DV6, Google, Recoil & Marquis No Show ~ Echo, Do You Hear An Echo Anywhere? ~ Male Alpacas Dominate Each Other ~ Bo Nur Wood Falls Off The Show ~ Cyber Monday Promo?   ****NOTE: Be sure to send in your OATH MP3 files to info@dvradio.net as soon as possible!**** **LINKS TO CHECK OUT** Long March Home https://www.facebook.com/events/196255610783490/   DV Farm Amazon Smile URL https://Smile.Amazon.com/ch/47-4963369   DV Farm (GoFundMe) www.GoFundMe.com/DVFarm-Org   DV Barracks (DV Forum)  www.DVBarracks.com   DV Store www.MyDVStore.com   DV Farm www.DVFarm.org   **Have a show pitch? Song request? Segment idea? Junk in the News? Anything not listed here? Email info@DVRadio.net with that subject line** **Want to contact DV about the Mod Team? Email Recoil at recoil@DVRadio.net (Serious inquiries ONLY)**

Ancient Astrologer Vettius Valens is honored and revealed. Brandi speaks to the history of Valens (not to mention his Scorpio moon!). Andy speaks to his ideas and her work in translating them from the ancient Greek. There are 9 books in the Valens Anthology. Books One and Two are translated and available through Moira Press: moirapress.com. Support the work of getting the rest of the series translated at Patreon: www.patreon.com/projectvalens. Brandi studied at the Portland School of Astrology: www.portlandastrology.org. You can find more podcasts and learn about Melanie and Beautiful Astrology at www.beautiful-astrology.com. Thanks for listening! (Note: Be sure to stay tuned at the end for Andrea's original "Evoking Valens" piano riff!)

LIVING IN BALANCE - SEASON 2 FINALE on Veronda Bellamy Inspired Good Day Lovelies, Veronda Bellamy Inspired Season 2 concluded on February 8, 2015 and Season 3 will begin Fall 2015. Veronda Bellamy charges each and every last one of you to get clear on your purpose, to live intentionally, to fully embody "The Pain Stops Today!"  Veronda Bellamy Inspired is committed to bringing you something soulful and inspirational from the textures of the show. She understands that life can get the best of you and really wants to provide you with insight that will guide you into an indentified purpose and intentional living. As Veronda always says, "Sit back and Enjoy," isn't that soooo like life. You may listen to all of our shows by clicking the links below:  iTunes and/or Spreaker Click here to submit your prayer request, to be a guest on the show, or for general inquires. Note: Be sure to download the Spreaker App for ease of listen. For all iTune users, you may listen via your iTunes app by typing in the show name, Veronda Bellamy Inspired.

LIVING IN BALANCE - SEASON 2 FINALE on Veronda Bellamy Inspired Good Day Lovelies, Veronda Bellamy Inspired Season 2 concluded on February 8, 2015 and Season 3 will begin Fall 2015. Veronda Bellamy charges each and every last one of you to get clear on your purpose, to live intentionally, to fully embody "The Pain Stops Today!"  Veronda Bellamy Inspired is committed to bringing you something soulful and inspirational from the textures of the show. She understands that life can get the best of you and really wants to provide you with insight that will guide you into an indentified purpose and intentional living. As Veronda always says, "Sit back and Enjoy," isn't that soooo like life. You may listen to all of our shows by clicking the links below:  iTunes and/or Spreaker Click here to submit your prayer request, to be a guest on the show, or for general inquires. Note: Be sure to download the Spreaker App for ease of listen. For all iTune users, you may listen via your iTunes app by typing in the show name, Veronda Bellamy Inspired.

Blinker2 oz Wild Turkey Rye Whiskey1 oz Grapefruit Juice1/4 oz simple syrup1 bsp raspberry preserves Shake and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. No garnish. The Modern Gambler AKA Earth Rain and Fire(via)2 oz Bombay Sapphire Gin3/4 oz St. Germain Liqueur1 oz Lemon Juice1 oz Simple Syrup5 Blueberries5 Mint sprigs3 Jalapeño slices Muddle blueberries, mint and jalapeno with simple syrup. Add remaining ingredients and shake over ice. Double strain into a chilled Martini glass. Ramos Gin Fizz in a whipped cream maker (via)2 ounces gin1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice1/2 ounce simple syrup1/2 ounce fresh lime juice1 egg white1 ounce heavy cream1/2 teaspoon orange flower waterroughly 2 oz seltzer Put your serving glass and the bottle of your whipped cream maker (I have an iSi 1 pint version) into the freezer to chill while you measure out your other ingredients. Place all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice and shake for 30 seconds to mix and get everything nice and cold. Strain the liquids into your whipped cream maker and charge it according to the manufacturer’s directions. Shake the whipped cream maker about five times, then dispense into your glass. Note: Be careful and stop before all the liquid is dispensed, the last little bit might splatter in all directions. Add a little seltzer to the glass and serve with a spoon. https://twitter.com/emulch/status/502271577279717376 Fig Leaf Flip1 1/2 oz Sweet Vermouth1 oz white rum3/4 oz lime juiceA few dashes of angostura bitters Combine w/ ice, shake well. Strain and add ice. Top w/ a maraschino cherry. https://twitter.com/Rachtacular/status/502259014403510272 Pink Panther (makes 2 servings)3 oz gin1 1/2 oz dry vermouth1 oz creme de cassis2 oz orange juice1 egg whitecrushed ice Combine all the ingredients in a shaker and mix well. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. https://twitter.com/GamingAfterHour/status/502369854456745984 Rebel Party Sour6 oz Bourbon6 oz beer1 can (6 oz) concentrated lemon juice1 scoop crushed iceMaraschino cherryOrange slice Combine all the ingredients except the fruit in a blender. Pour the blend in a sour glass. Garnish w/ the cherry and the orange slice. https://twitter.com/dansai/status/502269865156427776 None but the Brave1 1/ 2oz Brandy1 1/ 2oz Pimento dram1/4 oz lemon juice.1/4 oz Jamaican rum1/4 bsp bar sugar Shake well with ice and strain into a glass.

Standing upright, place a PhysioBall between your back and the wall. The ball should rest mid-back, just below your shoulder blades. Keep abdominals engaged and spine/back neutral. Place feet a comfortable distance apart with toes and knees pointing forward. Chin should be lifted, shoulders down/back, and arms resting down by the side. Take 1 step forward with each foot (so that when you squat down, the angle at the knee is approximately 90 degrees). Lean against the ball, begin sitting downward and allow the ball to roll upward. Place body weight in heels and squat down until your thighs are parallel with the floor (or 90 degrees at the knee joint). NOTE: Be sure that the knees don’t go past toes. It is not recommended to squat any deeper than 90 degrees).