Podcasts about nurture

Philosopher Stefan Molyneux advises a newlywed father facing abuse allegations against his own dad. As the caller works to set clear boundaries for his young family, Molyneux urges him to keep the child's wellbeing at the center and focus on creating a stable, nurturing home that leaves the old family dysfunction behind.GET FREEDOMAIN MERCH! https://shop.freedomain.com/SUBSCRIBE TO ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxFollow me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@freedomain1GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/FREEDOMAIN2026

How much do our genes determine about our lives, and could they influence traits like risk-taking, antisocial behaviour or even violence? Ian Sample talks to Kathryn Paige Harden, a behavioural geneticist and professor of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin who studies how genetic factors shape human behaviour. In her book Original Sin she explores how nature and nurture combine to influence our likelihood of committing crimes, and asks whether the ‘cause' of our actions matters for how we think about culpability. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

In Episode 3, co-host Aimee Roberson (Chahta/Chikashsha) speaks with Alicia Moncada (Wayuu) and Avexnim Cojtí (Maya K'iche') about what it means to be Indigenous, how all of humanity has Indigenous roots, and the fierce love needed to care for and ensure the continuance of our cultures, communities, and connections to Mother Earth.Don't miss this conversation! Listen to “Fierce Love: Balancing Nurture and Defense of Our Communities.”

The Horror Short Film Director Roundtable is one of the most important things that we did at the Portland Horror Film Festival. It provided an elevated platform for horror short filmmakers. Oftentimes, this is ground zero for original horror ideas. Unless you are a Hollywood nepo-director, short film creation is where you learn your chops. I wanted to give these creatives an opportunity to share their experiences in making movies, both good and bad, so that we can all learn a little more about the craft. Life as a short filmmaker can be an experience in the shadows. Your films are rarely seen outside of film festivals, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. This is where most creative minds hone their crafts. Take a simple concept and do it well. Do you have something scary or funny to tell? Is there an idea that has been lurking in the back of your brain that you have to give life to? A short film will give you the opportunity to learn production, editing, budgeting, and team management. It also places you in a community of people who are open to sharing their work with one another. That’s where the round table fits in. After our discussion, I told the group that, even though I wanted this discussion to be a forum for them to share their wins and losses with each other, I selfishly set up this talk so I could learn more about horror moviemaking. Nine years in on being a small horror press journalist, and I still feel like I am only scratching the surface about what a director has to do. Just how do you do it? These discussions give me more talking points and access to better questions to ask. The Portland Horror Film Festival is one of the best curated horror film festivals in the country. Not only do Gwen and Brian Callahan select some of the best horror short films for their festivals, but they also provide opportunities for short film alumni to showcase their feature films. One of the questions I asked in our roundtable discussion was, “How many of you are looking to be feature film directors?” All of them raised their hands (with the exception of Patrick Hogan, who has already directed a feature film). For these directors, here is some encouraging data. This year alone had FIVE directors who previously presented short films at either PHFF or the H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival and later had their feature films shown at these festivals. Here are the PHFF Alumni filmmakers who presented a short film and then a feature: Anthony Cousins: Short Films – “The Bloody Ballad of Squirt Reynolds” and “Every Time We Meet for Ice Cream Your Whole Fucking Face Explodes” to Feature Films – Frogman (2023) and Frogman Returns (2026) Jeff Ferrell: Short Film – “Morella” to Feature Film – The Demonatrix (2026) Levi Buchannan: Short Film – “We Said Forever” to Feature Film Sitra Achra (2026) Krsy Fox: Short Film – “What the Spell” to Feature Film – Big Baby (2026) Masaki Nishiyama: Short Film “Smahorror” to Feature Film “The Invisible Half” (2026) Zack Ogle: Short Film “We Got a Monkey’s Paw” to Feature Film – It Needs Eyes (2025) Craig Ouellette: “Str$p” to Feature Film – Straight on Til Morning (2025) Andrew Bowser: Short Film – “Little Willy” to Feature Film – Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Evil (2022) Izzy Lee: “My Monster”, “Dark Signals”, “Rehomed” to Feature Film – House of Ashes (2024) Kenichi Ugana: Short Film – “Visitors” to Feature Film – Love Will Tear Us Apart (2023) Alice Maio Mackay: Short Film – “The Serpent’s Skin” to Feature Film T-Blockers (2023) Matthew John Lawrence: Short Film “Larry Gone Demon” to Feature Film – Uncle Peckerhead (2020) Justin Harding: Short Film “Kookie” to Feature Film – Making Monsters (2019) The PHFF Horror Short Film Director Roundtable Recording: Here is the roundtable discussion. It’s all about the lessons learned. The good, the bad, and the ridiculous. My past experience doing these round tables sometimes put the filmmakers on the spot, and I didn’t want this to be a “stump the directors” exercise. I prepared them with the following questions: Apart from financing, what was the biggest challenge in making your movie? What was the most interesting thing you learned while making this film? How many of you are filmmakers as a second career? What remains a mystery to you as a filmmaker that you think might be answered by one of your peers in this discussion? What piece of advice do you have for your fellow directors? This group really got into the discussion, and had the festival not started up, we could have gone on for quite a while longer. I had a great time, and I believe they did as well. The Horror Short Film Director Roundtable Films: Blindsided Directed by P. Patrick HoganStarring Crystal LoverroPortland Horror Film Festival: Winner of the Devil’s Discord (Best Sound Design) A blind schoolteacher struggles to survive through a nightmarish night when an alien spaceship crashes and unleashes a monstrous predator. This unique horror short film features an all-low-vision cast and places the audience in the POV of a blind protagonist who is only able to hear what happens around her. Director Statements: “Blindsided is a riveting short horror film that takes a unique narrative approach, providing audiences with an immersive glimpse into the harrowing experience of Maria, a blind woman confronting the most terrifying ordeal of her life. The horror remains unseen, both to her and the audience, heightening the suspense and reminding us that sometimes, the most terrifying things are the ones we don’t see coming… This is an innovative short film that ventures into uncharted territory within the horror genre. The narrative unfolds in a tranquil neighborhood, abruptly disrupted by a crashing alien spacecraft and the horrifying monster it unleashes into the night. However, what sets this film apart is the unique perspective from which the story is told – the POV of Maria, a blind schoolteacher living alone. Maria’s desperate struggle to evade the otherworldly predator, guided solely by what she hears, will provide an experience unlike any other horror short. Additionally, to promote diversity and inclusivity, in conjunction with our Disability Authenticity Consultant Vanni Le and Casting Director Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick, all the characters in the film are played by low-vision actors, placing the spotlight on the often-overlooked talent within the low-vision community. We are very proud of Blindsided and look forward to enjoying it in theaters with an audience who doesn’t know what they are about to experience.” Scullion Written and Directed by Trevor GracianoStarring: Whitney Garner as “Samantha”, Cody Parr as “Greg”, and Jim Close as “The Maid” A playful couple test their household chore habits and unknowingly summon a vengeful presence. Director Statements: “We all carry habits inherited from our parents into adulthood. I grew up in a religious household where some of those habits were helpful, but many were not—and they've lingered in ways I don't welcome. Some habits fade with time, while others remain, quietly shaping us in the background. This film explores the struggle to break free from those ingrained patterns, and the imaginative consequences of what happens when they refuse to let go. *It's really just about how to load the communal dishwasher correctly.” Worst Thing You’ve Ever Done Directed by PJ GermainWritten by Autumn Palen and PJ GermainStarring: Brady Gentry, Benjamin Nowak, Bix Krieger, Charlie N. Townsend, Cailyn Rice, Ethan Ahn, Emma Smith Watts, and Erin Rae Kykendall HIGH SCHOOL REALLY SUCKS… and no one knows that better than best friends Aaron and Keith. So when they set out to crash the last graduation party of the summer, emotions fly high, and the culture clash of teenagers finds them playing a simple game that has dire consequences. Director’s Statement: “Before he passed, screenwriter Gil Dennis told me during my time at AFI, “Write what hurts.” That idea has stayed with me; it's the compass I use when choosing the stories I want to tell. When I first read Autumn Palen's original draft of Worst Thing You've Ever Done, it hurt. It transported me back to moments in my own adolescence; memories filled with shame, ridicule, and isolation. But what floored me was its third-act twist. It was something I'd never felt so viscerally in a short script. I knew I had to direct it. What began as a contained character piece evolved into something more personal. I rewrote the script to reflect my own lived experiences, with every character, every event drawn from real moments that left a mark. I wanted to take a character that I felt so intertwined with, and make him someone that the audience would really relate to before reaching the moment where everything changes; the blood-drenched punchline to the twisted joke these high school kids played on each other. I set it during the 90’s, as it was a period of transition for me as an 80’s kid, being on the cusp of the old and new world. I needed the film to be an exploration of adolescent loneliness which dealt with the complexity of the friendships and social hierarchies that often defined who we were at that fragile age. We weren’t quite kids anymore, but we weren’t adults yet either, so how did we approach the consequences of reckless behavior? My team and I knew that casting would make or break the film. To capture that truth, casting was everything. I reviewed over 6,000 submissions, narrowing it down to a callback of who I thought could embody the characters. I needed authenticity, so at that callback, I ditched the script and asked actors, in character, to describe moments like first dates or getting asked to prom. It revealed who leaped from the page and became real. A week before we were to start shooting, my original cinematographer had to back out due to a conflict with the TV series he was currently shooting, and months of planning began to crumble. In the days leading up to whether or not we were going to cancel the project entirely, my long-time collaborator and cinematographer Jeff Billings took on the task. We shot the film over 3 tireless days, and as any director knows, you plan as much as you can; however, the plan eventually goes out the window. So I played a game of pivoting and being malleable myself in order to get what we needed to tell the story. The film is a testament to all the parts working together for a singular goal, and my hope is that when that first music cue drops, the audience is strapped in and ready to ride the roller coaster to that final frame.” https://vimeo.com/1071562836/377ba7d361?fl=pl&fe=cm Cat and Mouse Written and Directed by Brady CatesStarring: Halima Kamara as “Michelle”, Collan Simmons as “Felix, and Ron LaprechtEdited by Luke Oleen Junk, and Hayley Frederick Michelle is caught in a killer’s sadistic and carefully orchestrated game. With danger closing in at every turn, Michelle must outwit and outlast her relentless pursuer. But as the night goes on, unsettling clues reveal that all may not be what it seems. This time, it's the mouse's turn to catch the cat. My Severed Arm Written and Directed by Casey de FremeryStarring: Olivia Rose Prince as “Sidney”, Ryan Romine as “Mason”, and Julia Linger as “Commercial Model”Portland Horror Film Festival: Funny Bone Award for Exceptional Horror Comedy A woman tries to escape a serial killer using DIY videos, but the internet won't stop trying to sell her things first. Director’s Statement: “My Severed Arm is a horror-comedy about a “final girl” who, after fleeing into a cabin in the woods, discovers that her greatest threat isn't the machete-wielding slasher outside—it's the barrage of unskippable ads and paywalls blocking her access to life-saving information. Trapped, bleeding, and desperate to repair the tools around her, she turns to YouTube—but instead of help, she's ambushed by holographic tutorials and polished commercial spokespeople invading the cabin like digital ghosts. The film began with a thought I couldn't shake: what if you had to listen to ads when calling 911? It was a joke at first, but one that felt eerily plausible five minutes into the future. I've learned so many practical things through platforms like YouTube, but over time, that access has been buried beneath monetization schemes, misinformation, and endless self-promotional detours. This story is my response to that frustration—exaggerated into a literal life-or-death scenario. Stylistically, I wanted to evoke the stark, grim energy of Evil Dead or Cabin in the Woods, but undercut it with the absurdity of consumer culture leaking into every moment. That blend of horror and comedy, physical space and digital intrusion, is what drives the tone. At its core, My Severed Arm is about survival—both in the horror-movie and digital sense. It's about what happens when urgency meets algorithm, when access to knowledge is shaped by incentive structures that don't care if you bleed out. The film asks: what good is information if it's hidden behind paywalls, pop-ups, and promo codes? But more than anything, I want the audience to laugh, cringe, and feel that creeping recognition that this isn't the future – it's the now.” Into The Stand Directed by Mackenzie Hamilton and Taylor FuchsWritten by Mackenzie HamiltonStarring: Sarah Rich as “Quinn”, Ariana Raygoza as “Rosa”, and Nick Dietrich Tree planters Quinn and Rosa return to camp for another summer in the wilderness. Rosa is newly sober, and Quinn is quietly anxious about how she'll handle the camp's hard-partying culture. At the welcome-back party, Rosa is tempted to drink, prompting Quinn to intervene. Shaken, Rosa heads into the forest to clear her head, but doesn't come back. When Quinn goes after her, she's met with eerie signs: strange noises, a mangled deer, and an odd light deep in the woods. As the forest closes in, Quinn questions if there is something else out there. Director’s Statement: The woods have always haunted me. Growing up in rural Vancouver Island, I would often cut through forest trails to reach friends’ houses. When it was night, we would meet in the middle of the trail to keep each other safe. Thankfully, we always found each other, but I frequently wondered what if we didn't? What if something else was out there, waiting in the darkness of the woods? Into the Stand is inspired by the many times I scared myself on those trails, letting my imagination run wild. Now that I'm older, my fears are centered around more tangible things, like navigating how to let go of people you love when you can't control what they're going through. This story is deeply informed by themes of sobriety, codependency, and how the urge to help someone can sometimes lead you somewhere dark. Ultimately, Into the Stand is a fun horror made in the community I grew up in with friends who helped bring it to life. My husband and I co-directed this short film, transforming the woods on my parents' farm into a tree-planting camp, and had a blast turning a familiar place into something eerie and cinematic. It's a scary film that is personal and full of heart, and I'm overjoyed to be telling stories in the places that shaped me. –Mackenzie Hamilton and Taylor Fuchs Nurture Written and Directed by Nick SnyderProduced by Sam SnyderStarring: Travis Bilenski as “Ren, and Kailey Rhodes as “Rose”Portland Horror Film Festival: Winner – Goule D’or Best Short On a remote Oregon farm, a couple grieving from a miscarriage finds hope in a mysterious flower. But as it heals her, the flower takes root in him. Nurture is a dialogue-free folk-horror fable about love, grief, and the consequences of taking too much from nature. Director’s Statement: NURTURE marks my return to narrative filmmaking after years of honing my craft in visual effects, motion design, and commercial work. Inspired by the Pacific Northwest and the quiet mythology of its forests, this dialogue-free folk horror short explores grief through the lens of a nature curse. Where grief deepens love and a curse demands sacrifice, NURTURE examines the dangerous hope that something broken can be restored without cost. Other Notable Horror Shorts from the Festival: There were 48 short films shown at the Festival, selected from over 500 submissions. Here are a few notable and favorite films that were also showing at the festival. Famous Directed by Rosita Lama MuvdiWritten by Jordan MonaghanStarring Jordan Monaghan “A young woman desperate for social media fame exploits her father's death to go viral. But the volatile world of internet stardom pushes her to the edge.” Punchy and poignant. Famous taps into the darkest desires of influencers desperate to get likes. Just how far will you go for a few more “likes and subscribes”? Jordan Monaghan chases likes the wrong way in “Famous” (2026) Favela Amarela (Brazil) Written and Directed by Nicolas Lobato and Tiago TuchuStarring Richard Abelha, Giselle Batista, and Sai “A student from the favelas of Rio de Janeiro joins the local drug militia to pay for college and uncovers an NGO linked to powerful politicians that hides dark rituals devoted to the King in Yellow.” I won’t be surprised if this stunning short film also plays at the H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival. It is saturated in Brazilian culture, mixed with a heavy application of Cosmic Horror. Favela Amarela (2026) Wall Udder Written and Directed by Alexandra HaydenStarring Kevin Grady, Sawyer Fuller, and Bries Vannon “A dissatisfied woman confronts repressed feelings of malaise after her partner comes home smelling like milk.” Hysterically gag-inducingly funny! There is a double-punchline gag that brought the house down. Part of the Shorts Gone Wild block at PHFF, where the festival screens the zaniest submitted shorts. This did not disappoint. Ewwww! Who wants some milk? “Wall Udder” (2026) Tooth-Hurty! Directed by Jude MadonnaWritten by Katie SmallStarring Katie Small, Jude Madonna, Brook Hogan, and Tommy HardenPortland Horror Film Festival Winner: Abby Normal Award: For the exceptionally weird and disturbing “Lucy is a people-pleasing writer-photographer whose dream of being an artist remains just out of reach. A comment from her boyfriend about her teeth triggers Lucy to make an appointment for a dental checkup for the first time in years with the mysterious yet heavily advertised Big Smiles Dentistry.” Super clever! There should be more horror movies about trips to the dentist. This made my toes curl and had me in stitches, as well. Say Ahhh! Katie Small in “Tooth-Hurty!” (2026) CHÄIR Directed by Chris McInroyWritten by Chris McInroy and Carlos La RottaStarring Carlos LaRotta, Kim Lowery, and Chloe McInroy “Carl just wanted to sit down. The chair had other plans.” I am always a fan of Chris McInroy. He and Carlos do a crazy short film every year. I am in awe of how these guys make deadpan, silly, and super-gory original content. It won’t be long before they release a greatest-hits compilation, and I will be in line to buy it. This spoof on Ikea furniture assembly is a tribute to all of us who have struggled to assemble the Scandinavian furniture at home. Carlos LaRotta contemplates his struggles putting a chair together in “CHÄIR” (2026) The Bones Exist Directed by Kelsey Bollig and Matthew DuVallWritten by Matthew DuVallStarring: Alex Pena as “Manny”, Siya Maleki as “Diego”, Jack Campbell as “Don Rob”, Michael Manzako as “The Boy”, and Alex Bankler as the Utah Raptor.Portland Horror Film Festival Winner: Tompe L’oiel Award for Best Special Effects In the unforgiving wilderness of 1850s Alta California, a dwindling group of gold prospectors encounters a feral boy who forces the men to confront the horrors lurking in the woods and the sins of their past. This combines two of my favorite genres: Dinosaurs and Westerns. Perhaps not done since The Valley of Gwanji, The Bones Exists shows plenty of raptors hunting cowboys and does so convincingly. Bonus points for showing the most current understanding of raptors as feathered dinos. Munch Munch! “The Bones Exist” (2026) Flush (France) Written and Directed by Raphaël TreinerStarring Eléonore Gurrey as “Marianne” and Christophe Ntakabenura as “Ben” Abominable plumbing and violent deaths. MARIANNE, extremely pregnant, and BEN, a plumber and one-night stand, team up to survive an epic night and face the monsters of a building beset by an unknown evil. I am a sucker for the Trapped in a Bathroom trope, even going so far as to host a Crypticon horror panel on the topic. This film goes to the top (plumbing) shelf. This is Cosmic horror that brings all the icky, goopy, nasty elements you might expect from this theme is on full display. To think that an effective little romance element managed to sneak into the plot, and you have something unusually effective. I love it when the French go weird. Eléonore Gurrey and Christophe Ntakabenura are unlikely allies in “Flush” (2026)

Editor Sarah Affleck pulls back the curtain on one of filmmaking's most invisible—and essential—arts. From cutting reality television to shaping animated features at LAIKA and Pixar, Affleck traces her journey through the editing room while explaining why animation offers creative possibilities unlike any other medium.The conversation dives into her work on the acclaimed animated short Dear Upstairs Neighbors, exploring its painterly visual style, frantic creative energy, and the year-and-a-half process of transforming storyboards into a finished film. Along the way, Affleck discusses her love of Adobe Premiere, the unique relationship between editor and director, her unexpected stint editing The Brain That Wouldn't Die, and the challenge of finding the perfect comedic and emotional beats.She also reflects on the film's sold-out premiere at Tribeca, the painstaking craft behind every minute of animation, and her upcoming directorial project, Nurture. It's a fascinating look at storytelling from the perspective of the person who helps every film find its rhythm, voice, and soul.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth 

Editor Sarah Affleck pulls back the curtain on one of filmmaking's most invisible—and essential—arts. From cutting reality television to shaping animated features at LAIKA and Pixar, Affleck traces her journey through the editing room while explaining why animation offers creative possibilities unlike any other medium.The conversation dives into her work on the acclaimed animated short Dear Upstairs Neighbors, exploring its painterly visual style, frantic creative energy, and the year-and-a-half process of transforming storyboards into a finished film. Along the way, Affleck discusses her love of Adobe Premiere, the unique relationship between editor and director, her unexpected stint editing The Brain That Wouldn't Die, and the challenge of finding the perfect comedic and emotional beats.She also reflects on the film's sold-out premiere at Tribeca, the painstaking craft behind every minute of animation, and her upcoming directorial project, Nurture. It's a fascinating look at storytelling from the perspective of the person who helps every film find its rhythm, voice, and soul.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth 

Join Emily Bath as she shares mindset shifts, and best practices to help you intentionally grow and pour into a network both online and in person. Whether you currently have a small network or following, a limited social circle, little experience showing up online, or simply a desire to grow your confidence and influence, I truly believe you'll find this training incredibly helpful.Find us at hughandgrace.com  On Instagram @hughandgrace       On Facebook @HughandGrace   Email us at customercare@hughandgrace.com Music: Realize your dreams by Sergio Prosvirini

Dr. Peter Salerno is a licensed psychotherapist, author, and internationally recognized expert in personality science and pathological relationship dynamics. He specializes in the assessment of personality pathology and recovery from manipulative and coercive relationship abuse. He is the author of Cruelty by Nature, Traumatic Cognitive Dissonance, and The Nature and Nurture of Narcissism and was featured as an expert in the Hulu series Ted Bundy: Dialogue with the Devil. His work integrates cutting-edge personality science with practical, trauma-informed education for survivors and clinicians. Today on the show we discuss how manipulation starts long before most people recognize it, the first internal signs that someone is distorting your reality, the difference between normal conflict and intentional abuse, why love bombing can become a psychological trap, how predators use speed, guilt, empathy and confusion to keep people stuck, why smart and successful people are not immune to being manipulated, and the first steps to rebuild your nervous system, self-trust and identity after a toxic relationship and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Psalm 95 begins with a call to worship and ends with a warning against hardening our hearts in unbelief. The Psalmist tells us why God alone is worthy of worship, and then draws upon the experience of God's people in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt as a cautionary reminder of the consequences of a hardened heart. The author of the book of Hebrews points to the warning in Psalm 95 to exhort us to hold fast to our hope in Christ as the one through which we are saved.DNA QuestionsDiscoverWhat are some reasons that God alone is worthy of worship?How did God's people put him to the test and to the proof?Why does the Lord say he loathed the generation that died in the wilderness?NurtureWhat does the name “Rock of Our Salvation” tell us about God's character?In what ways is it comforting to know that “we are the people of his pasture, and the sheep of his hand?” Are there ways in which that makes you uncomfortable?ActHow are we shaped by the way we worship? Are there characteristics to the way you worship that you would want to change? If so, why?Does believing that God is equally merciful and just influence how you tell unbelievers about Jesus? Does believing that God is equally merciful and just influence how you encourage and disciple fellow believers?

Send a question or message to Kate & SamMost leaders believe they're self-aware. The research disagrees — dramatically.In this episode, Kate and Sam dive deep into one of the most underused leadership skills in small business: genuine self-awareness. Not the "I know myself pretty well" kind — but the kind that closes the gap between how you think you show up and how others actually experience you.They cover:The Tasha Eurich research that stops most people cold (the 95% vs 15% stat)The difference between internal and external self-awareness — and why you need bothWhat a 360-degree LSI assessment revealed about Kate's leadership (and why she cried)Why fixed mindset blocks self-awareness before you even get startedThe Enneagram — what it is, why it's confronting, and why that's exactly the pointCuriosity, vulnerability, and comfort with uncertainty as the three-part path forwardPsychological safety at work — and why it starts with the leader knowing themselves firstWhether you've never taken a personality assessment or you've done them all, this episode will give you a fresh lens on why self-awareness isn't a one-time exercise — it's a lifelong practice.Resources mentioned in this episode:Tasha Eurich — researcher and author on self-awareness; her TED Talk is a great starting pointLSI (Life Styles Inventory) — 360-degree behavioural assessment toolThe Enneagram — nine-type personality framework; free test available online (Kate recommends getting some support interpreting your result)Myers-Briggs — useful particularly for career directionBankCode — four-colour personality profile (Blueprint, Action, Nurture, Knowledge); fun in a team settingTed Lasso (Apple TV+) — Sam's recommendation as an unlikely masterclass in curiosity and self-awarenessKate's Happiness Key eBook — includes links to the personality tests discussed; reach out to Kate directly for accessNext episode: Emotional Intelligence — Daniel Goleman's four-layer model, starting with self-awareness as the foundation.Coming up: Leading from your values, a wrap-up episode, and the Bali Business Retreat.Workshop — 24th June: Details at thrivingbusinesspodcast.comConnect with Your Hosts:Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business

The most dangerous relationship question may not be, “Do I love this person?” The deeper question is, “Which part of me is doing the loving?” Because a relationship can look romantic on the surface while operating as a spiritual audit underneath. Attraction may arrive wearing the costume of chemistry, but chemistry does not automatically prove compatibility. Sometimes the nervous system recognizes an old emotional climate and calls that recognition destiny. Sometimes the wound sees a familiar room and calls it home. Sometimes the ego finds someone willing to confirm its identity and calls that safety. Sometimes the soul encounters a person who threatens every false self-defense and calls that terror. This is where nature and nurture collide. Nature is the unconditioned spirit beneath performance, fear, adaptation, family programming, cultural instruction, and inherited survival scripts. Nurture is the social curriculum that taught you who to desire, how to attach, what to tolerate, what to fear, and what to call love. The tragedy begins when conditioning imitates intuition so convincingly that people mistake repetition for revelation. A relationship becomes spiritual in nature when it exposes this confusion. It reveals whether you chose from freedom or familiarity. It shows whether your standards protect growth or protect your wound. It tests whether your love seeks truth or merely seeks comfort. It confronts the hidden chooser inside you: the abandoned child, the performing self, the controlling ego, the family script, or the deeper awareness that existed before the script arrived. Maybe relationships are not here to complete us. Maybe they are here to reveal who has been speaking in our name. And once that voice becomes visible, love stops functioning as fantasy and becomes initiation.

The gap between “I need help” and “Yes, I'll pay for that” is where many bookkeeping sales get stuck.A business owner finds you, likes what they see, and reaches out for help. But if the very next conversation is about a large catch-up, rectification, or monthly bookkeeping commitment, they can pull back.That is where things get clunky.In this week's episode of The Strategic Bookkeeper Podcast, Jeannie shared how one simple nurture asset can bridge that gap — helping your prospective client take a smaller, easier first step while positioning you as the expert they can know, like, and trust.This is how selling starts to feel less like convincing… and more like leading.

If you're feeling stretched thin by the pace of June, you're not alone.Between school events, sports, field trips, work deadlines, summer planning, and all of the invisible mental load that comes with this season, many of us are simply trying to make it to the finish line.This week, I'm revisiting a timely episode from the archives because after listening back myself, I realized these reminders were exactly what I needed right now.In this replay, I walk through a simple exercise to help you pause, reset, and finish June with more ease and intention. Using my five pillars of well-being (Nurture, Nourish, Move, Grow, and Discard) we'll explore practical ways to lower the pressure, protect your energy, and focus on what matters most as we head into summer.Whether you're hearing this episode for the first time or revisiting it alongside me, I hope it serves as a reminder that you don't have to do it all to enjoy the season ahead. In this episode:• Why June can feel so mentally and emotionally exhausting• A simple framework for setting intentions during busy seasons• How to use the five pillars of well-being to support yourself• Practical ways to reduce pressure and overwhelm• Small shifts and a few helpful hacks that can make summer feel calmer and more enjoyable• How to move into the next season with greater clarity and purposeCONNECT WITH ANDRYANNA:Get your copy of The Juggle is Real: Authentic Self-Care Planner Vol. 2 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ On ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@andryanna.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠*Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for your FREE '30 Days For Me' Self-Care Guide, Swedish Death Cleaning check-list + Simple Summer Routines Kids Chart.Keywords: June overwhelm, mental load, busy moms, summer planning, intentional living, self-care, working moms, family life, stress management, summer reset, June burnout, well-being, motherhood, The Juggle is Real

 The Miraculous Human Body: How to Nurture & Protect Your Greatest GiftWorking W.O.N.D.E.R.S. on Your Wellness in 7 Simple Steps with Susan Smith Jones, PhDSusan is using an acronym for W.O.N.D.E.R.S. to discuss the 7 pillars for healing, creating vibrant health and living a more positive, balanced lifestyle at any age.Leading holistic health and lifestyle educator and author, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, will talk to us today about some of her surefire tips to heal the body and create vibrant health at any age. For over 40 years, Susan has been teaching people worldwide about healthy living for overall well-being and longevity. As our guest will tell us today, it encompasses various aspects such as diet, exercise, mental health, and lifestyle choices that collectively contribute to a better quality of life. And as she details in A HUG IN A MUG, the body, mind and spirit are interconnected and whole-body healing and vitality start with respecting the body as a true WONDER of nature. In this book, she writes: “Wellness starts with simple habits. Consistency keeps them working for you.” Today Susan will cover her 7 pillars of vibrant health at any age. Get out your pen and paper because you'll want to take notes. Welcome Susan!ABOUT SUSAN   For a woman with three of America's most ordinary names, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, has certainly made extraordinary contributions in the fields of holistic health, anti-aging & longevity, optimum nutrition and balanced living. For starters, she taught students, staff and faculty at UCLA how to be healthy and fit for 30 years! Susan travels internationally as a frequent media talk show guest; she is also the author of many books, including her latest 4 books… 1) A HUG IN A MUG: Revitalize with Superfoods & Healthy Living Extras, 2) UPLIFTED: 12 Minutes to More Joy, Faith, Kindness, Peace & Vitality and her two award-winning children's books 3) JOY & THE BUTTERFLY and 4) VEGETABLE SOUP/THE FRUIT BOWL (a 2-in-1 nutrition book for ages 2 - 10). Refer to her website for more info about Susan, her books and her empowering work.SusanSmithJones.com 

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What if happiness isn't a mood that waits to find you, but a muscle you wake up and build every single day?In Part 3 of the Science of Happiness series, host Marty Jalove welcomes back the radiant Bette Lawrence-Water, a public health lecturer at Benedictine College and certified happiness coach. At 81 years young, she serves up warmth, wisdom, and a whole lot of laughter. The chemistry between Marty and Bette practically hums. They finish each other's thoughts, swap stories, and prove that joy and honesty can live in the same room.This is the episode for anyone ready to stop chasing happiness and start sustaining it.Here's what you'll learn:Discover how to choose joy before your feet even hit the floor.Learn why aligning your daily actions with your values protects your peace.Build a personal happiness toolkit you can reach for when life wobbles.Reframe life's ups and downs as the very source of meaning and excitement.Understand how small, intentional connections multiply your joy.It all comes back to the BACON: Build daily habits, Align with your values, Create a toolkit, Observe the ups and downs, and Nurture meaningful connections.Press play, follow the show, and share this one with someone who needs a little more joy today. Then go out there and keep on sizzling.www.MasterHappiness.comwww.WhatsYourBacon.comwww.BaconBitsRadio.com#MasterHappiness #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #Mindset #Podcast #HappinessCoach #Resilience #Fulfillment

You're showing up. You're networking. You're posting. But the leads aren't converting the way they should.Here's what's missing — and it's simpler than you think.Only 9% of people are ready to buy at any given moment. The other 81%? They need nurturing. And email is how you do it — consistently, personally, and without relying on an algorithm.Your email list is an asset you own. No platform can take it away.If you've been sitting on a list you haven't touched — or you've been thinking about starting — this one's for you.

Last week we read the words of Psalm 93, “The Lord reigns; he is robed in majesty.” This week, in Psalm 94, we come to a very different kind of Psalm. This is a Psalm that deals with the evil in this world. Sometimes we see it - and other times we experience it. We personally experience it. We have been harmed and hurt deeply. There may be pain that never quite goes away. And in the midst of that, we may not have seen any real justice. As followers of the LORD Jesus Christ, as those who have placed their trust in Him, how do we deal with it? The Word of God teaches us how to rightly think about these very real issues in our lives. DNA QuestionsDiscoverIn what ways does the Psalmist describe what he sees going on around him? What words and phrases does he use?How would you describe some of the emotions that are expressed in this Psalm?NurtureHow does it help us to know that God sees and knows about these things?Why is it a blessing to live our lives knowing that God will deal perfectly with these things? Why do we often find it difficult to live our lives believing that God will deal perfectly with these things? ActIn what ways might the knowledge that God protects His people be reflected in our words and actions?How might we better embrace the truth that God is our stronghold?

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Healing Hikes: A Freelancer's Journey to Balance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-06-14-22-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: בבית עצמאי של פרילנסרים, המקום היה שוקק חיים.En: In the freelancers' independent house, the place was bustling with life.He: קירות החדרים מלאים בציטוטים מעוררי השראה.En: The walls of the rooms were filled with inspiring quotes.He: קול קליק המקלדות היה נשמע מכל עבר, וריח קפה טרי מלוח לקפה הקטן בפינה היה מפזר אווירה נעימה ורגועה.En: The clicking sound of keyboards was heard from all around, and the aroma of fresh coffee from the small corner cafe spread a pleasant and calm atmosphere.He: יַרְדֵן ישב מול המסך, רגלו מונחת בעדינות על כרית כדי להפחית את הכאב, אך מחשבותיו נדדו אל ההרים הירוקים שחיכו לו שם בחוץ.En: Yarden sat in front of the screen, his leg gently resting on a cushion to ease the pain, but his thoughts wandered to the green mountains waiting for him outside.He: מאז פציעת הברך, כל טיול נאלץ להמתין.En: Since his knee injury, every hike had to be postponed.He: אביב היה באוויר, ושבועות, החג של עוגות הגבינה והירוק, חלף כבר והותיר את יַרְדֵן עם תחושת חוסר ודאות.En: Spring was in the air, and Shavuot, the holiday of cheesecakes and greenery, had already passed, leaving Yarden with a sense of uncertainty.He: היכולת לטייל הייתה כה חשובה לו, וכעת הברך לא נתנה לו מנוח.En: The ability to hike was so important to him, and now the knee gave him no rest.He: אִילְיָנָה, חברתו המיוחדת, תמיד דאגה לו.En: Iliana, his special friend, was always concerned about him.He: היא הייתה מגיעה אליו מדי פעם, מביאה איתה תה חם ודאגה כנה.En: She would occasionally visit, bringing him hot tea and genuine care.He: "יַרְדֵן, אני באמת חושבת שאתה צריך לראות רופא," אמרה אִילְיָנָה בעדינות, יושבת לצידו.En: "Yarden, I really think you need to see a doctor," said Iliana gently, sitting beside him.He: "זה הזמן לשים את הבריאות שלך במקום הראשון.En: "It's time to put your health first."He: "ההתלבטות הייתה קשה.En: The decision was difficult.He: יַרְדֵן זכר את הפעם האחרונה שבה רופא לא הקשיב לו, והחוויה השאירה אותו חשדן.En: Yarden remembered the last time a doctor didn't listen to him, and the experience left him suspicious.He: אך הפעם הוא לא היה לבד.En: But this time he wasn't alone.He: אִילְיָנָה הייתה איתו, מדגישה כמה חשוב שיהיה לו זמן להחלים.En: Iliana was there with him, emphasizing how important it was to have time to heal.He: לאחר ימים של לבטים, הוא התרעם והחלט לשמוע לה - לקבוע תור אצל מוֹשֶׁה, האורטופד המפורסם, שמעולם לא נרתע מלהתמודד עם מקרים קשים.En: After days of hesitation, he relented and decided to listen to her — to make an appointment with Moshe, the famous orthopedic doctor who never shied away from challenging cases.He: יום הייעוץ הגיע.En: The consultation day arrived.He: יַרְדֵן נכנס לקליניקה של מוֹשֶׁה, חש את ריח הפריחה הנכנס מהחלונות הפתוחים.En: Yarden entered Moshe's clinic, feeling the scent of blossoms coming in from the open windows.He: תמונות של נופים וקירות צבועים בגוונים שלוויים קיבלו את פניו.En: Pictures of landscapes and walls painted in soothing tones greeted him.He: מוֹשֶׁה התבונן בו בעיניים חדות והאזין בסבלנות לסיפורו.En: Moshe looked at him with sharp eyes and patiently listened to his story.He: לאחר בדיקה יסודית, הוא הציג את תוכנית הטיפול.En: After a thorough examination, he presented the treatment plan.He: "יַרְדֵן, תצטרך לקחת הפסקה מהעבודה לפרק זמן קצר," אמר מוֹשֶׁה בקול יציב.En: "Yarden, you will need to take a short break from work," said Moshe with a steady voice.He: "נוכל לשפר את מצב הברך אם נשתדל ביחד.En: "We can improve the knee's condition if we work together.He: זה דורש שינוי בהרגלים אך זה חיוני.En: It requires a change in habits, but it is essential."He: "הלב של יַרְדֵן נלחץ.En: Yarden's heart sank.He: לוותר על העבודה?En: Give up work?He: איך יסתדר עם ההתחייבויות שלו?En: How would he manage his commitments?He: אך המבט על פניו של מוֹשֶׁה, והמילים המרגיעות של אִילְיָנָה שמילאו את ראשו, עשו את עבודתן.En: But the look on Moshe's face, and the calming words of Iliana that filled his mind, did their job.He: יַרְדֵן החליט להקשיב, להכניס איזון לחייו.En: Yarden decided to listen, to bring balance into his life.He: עם החזרה הביתה, הוא התחיל ברצון להסדיר את לוח הזמנים, לשלוח פרויקטים לעובדים ולחפש דרכים לשלב את הבראה יחד עם קריירה.En: Upon returning home, he began with the resolve to reorganize his schedule, delegate projects to colleagues, and find ways to combine recovery with his career.He: במשך הזמן, הוא הבין שהבריאות חשובה לא פחות מהעבודה, ואפשר לנהל את הזמן בצורה חכמה ואחראית.En: Over time, he realized that health is just as important as work, and it's possible to manage time wisely and responsibly.He: הנחישות של אִילְיָנָא והתמיכה שלה הצילו אותו.En: The determination and support of Iliana saved him.He: כשסוף סוף הברך החלימה, ההרים חיכו גם הם לו, והפעם הוא יצא אליהם לא רק מחדש, אלא גם מחוזק יותר מתמיד.En: When the knee finally healed, the mountains awaited him too, and this time he embarked on them not only renewed but also stronger than ever. Vocabulary Words:independent: עצמאיbustling: שוקקaroma: ריחpostponed: להמתיןuncertainty: חוסר ודאותgenuine: כנהhesitation: לבטיםfamous: מפורסםpatiently: בסבלנותexamination: בדיקהsteady: יציבdetermination: נחישותrehabilitation: הבראהcommitments: התחייבויותdelegated: לשלוחresolve: רצוןlandscapes: נופיםcalm: רגועNurture: לגדולemphasizing: מדגישהconsultation: ייעוץblossoms: פריחהsoothing: שלוויםimprove: לשפרhabits: הרגליםbalance: איזוןreorganized: להסדירcolleagues: עובדיםmanage: לנהלcommenced: התחילBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Tonight marks the completion of our first week together. Over the past six days, we've explored awareness, letting go, acceptance, trust, compassion, and balance. These aren't simply ideas to understand—they are experiences to embody. In tonight's meditation, we'll reflect on the journey you've already taken and explore the theme of embodiment: allowing wisdom to move from the mind into the body and heart. You'll discover why neuroscience suggests lasting change happens through repetition and experience rather than insight alone, learn an ancient teaching about living wisdom rather than collecting it, and hear a relatable story about someone who spent years searching for peace before realizing it had been within them all along. As your body relaxes and your thoughts settle, you'll be invited to stop striving for growth and simply become the calm you've been practicing. Perfect for: Overthinking at bedtime Anxiety and mental restlessness Reflecting on personal growth Deep relaxation and restorative sleep Ending the week with peace and gratitude   A DAILY MESSAGE FOR YOUR HEART Dear Friend, Tonight marks one week of showing up for yourself. Before anything else, I hope you'll pause for a moment and acknowledge that. So often we focus on how far we still have to go that we forget to honor how far we've already come. Over the past week, you've practiced awareness, letting go, acceptance, trust, compassion, and balance. Maybe some nights felt easier than others. Maybe your mind still wandered. Maybe sleep didn't come as quickly as you hoped. That's okay. Growth rarely happens in dramatic moments. More often, it happens quietly—in the small choices we make again and again. The choice to return to our breath. The choice to be gentle with ourselves. The choice to keep showing up. Tonight isn't about learning something new. It's about recognizing what is already growing within you. You don't need to become someone different to find peace. You simply need to trust what you're already becoming. I'm grateful you've shared this journey with me. And I'm so glad you're here. With love, Mary This is day 7 of a 7-day meditation series, "Sleep Meditations to Stop Overthinking," episodes 3521-3527.   THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY A Seven-Day Journey into Rest, Release, and Inner Calm When the day grows quiet, the mind can become surprisingly loud. This seven-day guided sleep meditation series is designed to help you gently step out of repetitive thinking, release the mental weight of the day, and create a more peaceful transition into sleep. Each evening introduces a different calming practice, including visualization, affirmations, slow breathing, mudra, chakra meditation, layered relaxation, and a Yoga Nidra–inspired weekly review. Together, these practices guide you through a soothing emotional journey: Release. Rest. Ground. Protect. Nurture. Balance. Embody. Throughout the series, you'll explore a blend of modern mindfulness, gentle nervous-system support, ancient yogic wisdom, reflective storytelling, and compassionate encouragement. This is not about forcing your mind to become blank or making sleep happen on command. It is about changing the way you relate to your thoughts—learning to notice them without following every one, softening the urge to solve everything at night, and allowing your body to remember how to rest. Over the course of the week, you'll be invited to: Release unfinished thoughts and worries Give yourself permission to rest Ground your awareness in the breath and body Create a sense of emotional safety at bedtime Meet overthinking with compassion instead of criticism Bring multiple calming practices together Reflect on what helps you feel most peaceful and supported Each episode also includes a daily reflection question and a supportive Message for Your Heart to help you carry the practice beyond the meditation. You do not need to finish every thought tonight. You do not need to solve tomorrow before it arrives. Let this series become a gentle evening ritual—a place to set down the day, quiet the mind, and return to yourself. Press play, settle into a comfortable position, and begin your seven-day journey toward deeper rest and a calmer relationship with your thoughts. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE: THE NIGHTSTAND SURRENDER RITUAL Each night, write the thought taking up the most mental space. Fold the paper, place it in a small bowl or box beside your bed, and say: "This thought may rest here while I rest." Revisit the notes only during daylight.   FUN NAMES FOR YOUR CONTAINER The Thought Hotel• Tomorrow's Department The Worry Vault The Resting Place   MEDITATION TECHNIQUES: DAY 1: VISUALIZATION Guided Sleep Meditation to Stop Overthinking and Release the Day River of Thoughts visualization: place each worry on a leaf and let it drift downstream. DAY 2: AFFIRMATION "At night, I release the day and return to peace." DAY 3: Bedtime Breathing Meditation to Calm Racing Thoughts and Fall Asleep 4-6 grounding breath: inhale gently for 4, exhale comfortably for 6, for about 10 rounds. DAY 4: SHAKTI MUDRA  Fold the thumbs inward, soften the index and middle fingers over the thumbs, and let the ring fingers and pinkies touch. DAY 5: ANAHATA HEART CHAKRA Center of the chest• compassion soft green or rose light expanding with each easy breath. DAY 6: LAYER ALL THE TECHNIQUES TOGETHER   DAY 7: REFLECTION AND CELEBRATION   SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!   WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support.   I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.   FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/sip and om Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/   SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.   2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts.   Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

I invite you to consider the gentle middle path between effort and surrender. Many of us carry the weight of unfinished tasks, unanswered questions, and endless mental to-do lists into bed. But sleep does not arrive through more effort. It arrives when we allow ourselves to rest in balance. In this episode, you'll discover a fascinating insight from neuroscience about the brain's nighttime processing systems, learn an ancient wisdom teaching about the importance of rhythm and moderation, and hear a relatable story about someone learning that not every problem needs to be solved before sleep. As your body softens and your mind quiets, you'll be guided into a peaceful state where balance replaces striving, allowing sleep to come naturally. Perfect for: Racing thoughts at bedtime Anxiety and overthinking Difficulty letting go of unfinished tasks Deep relaxation and restful sleep A DAILY MESSAGE FOR YOUR HEART Dear Friend, As we arrive at Day 6 of our journey together, I want to remind you of something important: You do not have to carry everything. So many of us believe that if we think a little harder, plan a little better, or stay awake a little longer, we'll finally find peace. But peace isn't found by doing more. Sometimes it's found by allowing ourselves to stop. Tonight's theme is balance. Balance isn't having everything figured out. It's knowing when to set things down and trust that tomorrow is another day. If your heart feels heavy tonight, give yourself permission to release the pressure to solve every problem before sleep. The unfinished tasks can wait. The unanswered questions can wait. You have done enough for today. You deserve rest, not because everything is complete, but because you are human. As you listen tonight, may you find the balance between effort and surrender, between doing and simply being. I'm so glad you're here. With love, Mary This is day 6 of a 7-day meditation series, "Sleep Meditations to Stop Overthinking," episodes 3521-3527.   THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY A Seven-Day Journey into Rest, Release, and Inner Calm When the day grows quiet, the mind can become surprisingly loud. This seven-day guided sleep meditation series is designed to help you gently step out of repetitive thinking, release the mental weight of the day, and create a more peaceful transition into sleep. Each evening introduces a different calming practice, including visualization, affirmations, slow breathing, mudra, chakra meditation, layered relaxation, and a Yoga Nidra–inspired weekly review. Together, these practices guide you through a soothing emotional journey: Release. Rest. Ground. Protect. Nurture. Balance. Embody. Throughout the series, you'll explore a blend of modern mindfulness, gentle nervous-system support, ancient yogic wisdom, reflective storytelling, and compassionate encouragement. This is not about forcing your mind to become blank or making sleep happen on command. It is about changing the way you relate to your thoughts—learning to notice them without following every one, softening the urge to solve everything at night, and allowing your body to remember how to rest. Over the course of the week, you'll be invited to: Release unfinished thoughts and worries Give yourself permission to rest Ground your awareness in the breath and body Create a sense of emotional safety at bedtime Meet overthinking with compassion instead of criticism Bring multiple calming practices together Reflect on what helps you feel most peaceful and supported Each episode also includes a daily reflection question and a supportive Message for Your Heart to help you carry the practice beyond the meditation. You do not need to finish every thought tonight. You do not need to solve tomorrow before it arrives. Let this series become a gentle evening ritual—a place to set down the day, quiet the mind, and return to yourself. Press play, settle into a comfortable position, and begin your seven-day journey toward deeper rest and a calmer relationship with your thoughts. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE: THE NIGHTSTAND SURRENDER RITUAL Each night, write the thought taking up the most mental space. Fold the paper, place it in a small bowl or box beside your bed, and say: "This thought may rest here while I rest." Revisit the notes only during daylight.   FUN NAMES FOR YOUR CONTAINER The Thought Hotel• Tomorrow's Department The Worry Vault The Resting Place   MEDITATION TECHNIQUES: DAY 1: VISUALIZATION Guided Sleep Meditation to Stop Overthinking and Release the Day River of Thoughts visualization: place each worry on a leaf and let it drift downstream. DAY 2: AFFIRMATION "At night, I release the day and return to peace." DAY 3: Bedtime Breathing Meditation to Calm Racing Thoughts and Fall Asleep 4-6 grounding breath: inhale gently for 4, exhale comfortably for 6, for about 10 rounds. DAY 4: SHAKTI MUDRA  Fold the thumbs inward, soften the index and middle fingers over the thumbs, and let the ring fingers and pinkies touch. DAY 5: ANAHATA HEART CHAKRA Center of the chest• compassion soft green or rose light expanding with each easy breath. DAY 6: LAYER ALL THE TECHNIQUES TOGETHER   DAY 7: REFLECTION AND CELEBRATION   SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!   WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support.   I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.   FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/sip and om Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/   SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.   2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts.   Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Place a hand over your heart. It's time to be gentle with yourself as you turn in for the evening. Visualize a soft green or rose-colored light, and respond to worried thoughts with warmth instead of criticism. You'll also hear an approachable explanation of self-compassion, ancient yogic wisdom connected to the heart center, and a relatable story about setting down the need to remain constantly on watch. Tonight's practice is not about forcing the mind to become silent. It is about reassuring the part of you that has been working so hard to protect you. Let this meditation help you soften emotional tension, feel more supported within yourself, and prepare for peaceful rest. Tonight's reflection question: What might my overthinking be trying to protect me from, and what reassurance does that part of me need tonight? Daily Message for Your Heart "I want to remind you that you are not doing anything wrong because your mind feels busy. Sometimes overthinking is simply a tired part of you trying to feel safe. Tonight, meet that part with kindness instead of criticism. Place a hand over your heart and gently say: "I am here with you. You do not have to keep watch. We can rest now." You do not need every answer tonight. You are doing the best you can, and you are worthy of rest exactly as you are." This is day 5 of a 7-day meditation series, "Sleep Meditations to Stop Overthinking," episodes 3521-3527.   THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY A Seven-Day Journey into Rest, Release, and Inner Calm When the day grows quiet, the mind can become surprisingly loud. This seven-day guided sleep meditation series is designed to help you gently step out of repetitive thinking, release the mental weight of the day, and create a more peaceful transition into sleep. Each evening introduces a different calming practice, including visualization, affirmations, slow breathing, mudra, chakra meditation, layered relaxation, and a Yoga Nidra–inspired weekly review. Together, these practices guide you through a soothing emotional journey: Release. Rest. Ground. Protect. Nurture. Balance. Embody. Throughout the series, you'll explore a blend of modern mindfulness, gentle nervous-system support, ancient yogic wisdom, reflective storytelling, and compassionate encouragement. This is not about forcing your mind to become blank or making sleep happen on command. It is about changing the way you relate to your thoughts—learning to notice them without following every one, softening the urge to solve everything at night, and allowing your body to remember how to rest. Over the course of the week, you'll be invited to: Release unfinished thoughts and worries Give yourself permission to rest Ground your awareness in the breath and body Create a sense of emotional safety at bedtime Meet overthinking with compassion instead of criticism Bring multiple calming practices together Reflect on what helps you feel most peaceful and supported Each episode also includes a daily reflection question and a supportive Message for Your Heart to help you carry the practice beyond the meditation. You do not need to finish every thought tonight. You do not need to solve tomorrow before it arrives. Let this series become a gentle evening ritual—a place to set down the day, quiet the mind, and return to yourself. Press play, settle into a comfortable position, and begin your seven-day journey toward deeper rest and a calmer relationship with your thoughts. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE: THE NIGHTSTAND SURRENDER RITUAL Each night, write the thought taking up the most mental space. Fold the paper, place it in a small bowl or box beside your bed, and say: "This thought may rest here while I rest." Revisit the notes only during daylight.   FUN NAMES FOR YOUR CONTAINER The Thought Hotel• Tomorrow's Department The Worry Vault The Resting Place   MEDITATION TECHNIQUES: DAY 1: VISUALIZATION Guided Sleep Meditation to Stop Overthinking and Release the Day River of Thoughts visualization: place each worry on a leaf and let it drift downstream. DAY 2: AFFIRMATION "At night, I release the day and return to peace." DAY 3: Bedtime Breathing Meditation to Calm Racing Thoughts and Fall Asleep 4-6 grounding breath: inhale gently for 4, exhale comfortably for 6, for about 10 rounds. DAY 4: SHAKTI MUDRA  Fold the thumbs inward, soften the index and middle fingers over the thumbs, and let the ring fingers and pinkies touch. DAY 5: ANAHATA HEART CHAKRA Center of the chest• compassion soft green or rose light expanding with each easy breath. DAY 6: LAYER ALL THE TECHNIQUES TOGETHER   DAY 7: REFLECTION AND CELEBRATION   SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!   WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support.   I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.   FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/sip and om Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/   SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.   2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts.   Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

What do restaurant owners really think about customers? And what happens when a lifelong people-person—raised in the restaurant business, trained in psychology, and now leading tourism and community development—sits down for an honest conversation about modern life, parenting, hospitality, and America? In this episode of I Like That Story, Jeff Gould talks with Brittany Wagner, Tourism Director for Visit Yankton and a leader with Yankton Thrive in historic Yankton, South Dakota. Brittany's organization has invited Jeff to bring his acclaimed America's Story presentation to Yankton as part of the community's celebration surrounding America's 250th birthday—an especially meaningful event for one of the most historic communities in the Dakota Territory. Brittany shares her unique journey: * Growing up in her family's restaurant from the age of three * Working more than a decade as a mental health therapist for youth and families * Owning and operating a restaurant during the COVID era * Transitioning into tourism, storytelling, and community building through Visit Yankton and Yankton Thrive Together, Jeff and Brittany dive into: * The hidden psychology of restaurants and tipping * Restaurant cleanliness secrets diners never notice * Parenting in the smartphone and social media era * Gentle parenting vs. traditional parenting * Mental health challenges facing young people today * Why family dinners still matter * Storytelling, history, and preserving family memories * The beauty and challenges of small-town life * Why Yankton and the Missouri River region still matter in America's story The episode is funny, thoughtful, nostalgic, and surprisingly personal — blending restaurant stories, parenting insights, psychology, American history, and candid reflections about modern culture and human connection. Outside of work, Brittany and her husband Josh are raising four children while balancing the beautiful chaos of family life, youth sports, travel, hiking, and small-town living. Learn more about Yankton Thrive at:https://www.yanktonsd.com/ Explore Visit Yankton at:https://www.visityanktonsd.com/ 00:06 Introduction to Brittany Wagner and Yankton 01:34 Introduction to Brittany's Journey 03:25 Transitioning Careers: From Therapy to Tourism 09:16 The Restaurant Experience: Insights and Anecdotes 15:17 Challenges in the Restaurant Business 21:19 Family and Work-Life Balance 23:23 Nature vs. Nurture in Parenting 26:21 The Importance of Family Meals 30:17 Gentle Parenting: A Balancing Act 34:55 Mental Health Awareness in Youth 37:39 Navigating Technology and Parenting 45:29 Reflecting on America's 250th Birthday 47:31 Exploring Historical Movements 52:03 The Importance of Family Stories 54:21 The Art of Storytelling 57:24 Secrets of the Restaurant Industry 58:22 Navigating Age and Identity 01:12:17 Curiosity and Connection Learn all about America's Storyteller on his website: https://www.ilikethatstory.com Buy Jeff's books, CD, and audio book: https://www.ilikethatstory.net/shop Get urgent one-on-one coaching with Jeff now: https://calendly.com/jeffjgould Connect with Jeff on social media: LinkedIn — jeff-gould-americas-storyteller Twitter/X — https://x.com/jeffgouldstory Instagram — jeffgouldilikethatstory Facebook — jeffgouldilikethatstory For booking, contact: Email: book@ilikethatstory.net Phone: (605) 215-6414 or https://www.ilikethatstory.net/contact Send business/sponsorship inquiries to book@ilikethatstory.net © Jeff Gould, America's Storyteller This video is not to be reproduced without prior authorization. The original YouTube video may be distributed & embedded, if required. Callers waive all rights to privacy on this public call in show. If you need private coaching, pay for and book a call at https://www.ilikethatstory.com

Tune in to our weekly LIVE Mastermind Q+A Podcast for expert advice, peer collaboration, and actionable insights on success in the Probate, Divorce, Late Mortgage/Pre-Foreclosure, and Aged Expired niches! Today's episode focuses on strategies for working late mortgage leads, maintaining long-term follow-up, and using technology to stay connected with prospects throughout extended decision-making cycles. Much of the discussion centers on how to approach late mortgage conversations without creating defensiveness, emphasizing value-driven outreach, relationship-building, and positioning yourself as a trusted resource rather than leading with a homeowner's financial challenges. The coaches share practical prospecting approaches, including circle prospecting techniques, home value conversations, and other low-pressure methods for opening meaningful dialogue. The conversation also explores the challenge of staying visible with prospects who initially engage but later become unresponsive, leading to a broader discussion about follow-up systems, drip campaigns, marketing funnels, and digital tools that help agents remain top-of-mind until prospects are ready to act. Throughout the episode, a recurring theme is that consistent communication, patience, and providing genuine value are often more important than any single script or marketing tactic. Ultimately, the discussion reinforces that building trust, staying visible, and creating effective follow-up systems are key to converting leads into long-term opportunities.  Key Takeaways: - How to approach late mortgage leads without creating defensiveness or resistance.  - Why leading with value and curiosity builds more trust than focusing on financial distress.  - Practical prospecting techniques, including circle prospecting and home value conversations.  - The importance of consistent follow-up when prospects become unresponsive or go quiet.  - How marketing funnels, drip campaigns, and digital tools can help keep you top-of-mind.  - Why long-term success comes from combining patience, visibility, and relationship-based communication. To learn more, visit https://www.AllTheLeads.com or call (844) 532-3369 to check how many leads are available in your market.  #LateMortgageLeads #LeadGeneration #RealEstateProspecting #RelationshipMarketingPrevious episodes: AllTheLeads.com/probate-mastermindInterested in Leads? AllTheLeads.comJoin Future Episodes Live in the All The Leads Facebook Mastermind Group:  https://facebook.com/groups/alltheleadsmastermindBe sure to check out our full Mastermind Q&A PlaylistSupport the show

Midweek Milestone Note: Look at how far you have come since Day 1. In just a few short days, you have actively retrained your nervous system to step out of survival mode and find its footing. Hitting the middle of the week is often when external demands peak, making tonight's practice the perfect opportunity to witness your own growth and resilience. You are doing an incredible job sticking with this commitment to your inner peace—keep going. Are you arriving at bedtime feeling completely depleted, over-stimulated, or emotionally exhausted from absorbing the stress of your environment?  Tonight, our developmental arc is Protect. In this session, we explore the somatic neuroscience of energy conservation and sensory overload—revealing how high-stress days create subconscious tension loops in the lower abdomen that block deep sleep. Tonight, we introduce a high-performance physical seal: the Shakti Mudra. By closing specific nerve circuits in your fingers and directing your focus to your core, you actively signal your nervous system to drop its armor, halt cortisol production, and build an unshakeable boundary around your sleep. Turn down the volume of the world, lock your protective seal, and drop into deep, restorative rest. In This Episode, You'll Discover: The Porous Nervous System: The biological reason why high-achievers absorb environmental anxiety and hit a wall of nighttime sensory burnout. The Shakti Mudra Protocol: Step-by-step instructions on how to use this hand seal to soothe the pelvic plexus and trigger a parasympathetic shift. Somatic Shielding: A guided bedtime integration to help you stop over-functioning for the world and reclaim your absolute sovereignty over the night. A Message for Your Heart "I know how deeply you care for everything and everyone in your orbit. You are constantly holding up a massive vision, managing complex timelines, and anchoring the spaces you occupy. Because your heart is so big, it is incredibly easy to let the chaotic energy of the outside world bleed into your personal sanctuary when the lights go out. Tonight, I want to remind you that protecting your peace is not selfish—it is an act of supreme inner sovereignty. You cannot serve from an empty well, and you do not have to be a sponge for the stress of the world to be successful. By holding the Shakti Mudra tonight, you are safely sealing your borders and declaring that your rest is non-negotiable. Step back into your own power. You are doing an extraordinary job." This is day 4 of a 7-day meditation series, "Sleep Meditations to Stop Overthinking," episodes 3521-3527.   THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY A Seven-Day Journey into Rest, Release, and Inner Calm When the day grows quiet, the mind can become surprisingly loud. This seven-day guided sleep meditation series is designed to help you gently step out of repetitive thinking, release the mental weight of the day, and create a more peaceful transition into sleep. Each evening introduces a different calming practice, including visualization, affirmations, slow breathing, mudra, chakra meditation, layered relaxation, and a Yoga Nidra–inspired weekly review. Together, these practices guide you through a soothing emotional journey: Release. Rest. Ground. Protect. Nurture. Balance. Embody. Throughout the series, you'll explore a blend of modern mindfulness, gentle nervous-system support, ancient yogic wisdom, reflective storytelling, and compassionate encouragement. This is not about forcing your mind to become blank or making sleep happen on command. It is about changing the way you relate to your thoughts—learning to notice them without following every one, softening the urge to solve everything at night, and allowing your body to remember how to rest. Over the course of the week, you'll be invited to: Release unfinished thoughts and worries Give yourself permission to rest Ground your awareness in the breath and body Create a sense of emotional safety at bedtime Meet overthinking with compassion instead of criticism Bring multiple calming practices together Reflect on what helps you feel most peaceful and supported Each episode also includes a daily reflection question and a supportive Message for Your Heart to help you carry the practice beyond the meditation. You do not need to finish every thought tonight. You do not need to solve tomorrow before it arrives. Let this series become a gentle evening ritual—a place to set down the day, quiet the mind, and return to yourself. Press play, settle into a comfortable position, and begin your seven-day journey toward deeper rest and a calmer relationship with your thoughts. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE: THE NIGHTSTAND SURRENDER RITUAL Each night, write the thought taking up the most mental space. Fold the paper, place it in a small bowl or box beside your bed, and say: "This thought may rest here while I rest." Revisit the notes only during daylight.   FUN NAMES FOR YOUR CONTAINER The Thought Hotel• Tomorrow's Department The Worry Vault The Resting Place   MEDITATION TECHNIQUES: DAY 1: VISUALIZATION Guided Sleep Meditation to Stop Overthinking and Release the Day River of Thoughts visualization: place each worry on a leaf and let it drift downstream. DAY 2: AFFIRMATION "At night, I release the day and return to peace." DAY 3: Bedtime Breathing Meditation to Calm Racing Thoughts and Fall Asleep 4-6 grounding breath: inhale gently for 4, exhale comfortably for 6, for about 10 rounds. DAY 4: SHAKTI MUDRA  Fold the thumbs inward, soften the index and middle fingers over the thumbs, and let the ring fingers and pinkies touch. DAY 5: ANAHATA HEART CHAKRA Center of the chest• compassion soft green or rose light expanding with each easy breath. DAY 6: LAYER ALL THE TECHNIQUES TOGETHER   DAY 7: REFLECTION AND CELEBRATION   SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!   WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support.   I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.   FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/sip and om Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/   SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.   2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts.   Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Yoga is an inquiry into the nature of the mind, body, and consciousness. It provides a ritual that fosters belonging, meaning, and purpose, creating a sense of community and support. Through asana, yoga helps focus the mind on the breath, entering a state of stillness and awareness. A balanced practice is grounded in ethics and personal discipline, guided by the 8 Limbs of Yoga, particularly the Yamas (ethical guidelines) and Niyamas (observances). Key principles include non-violence (Ahimsa), truthfulness (Satya), and self-study (Svadhyaya).Asana practice emphasises steadiness (Sthira) and ease (Sukham), with focus on breath, sensation, and internal light (prana). This leads to overcoming duality and attaining a state of yoga. Obstacles such as dullness and self-doubt arise, but cultivating awareness, friendliness, joy, and compassion can help overcome them. Using tools like R.A.I.N. (Recognise, Allow, Investigate, Nurture), we learn to self-regulate and move toward lasting fulfilment and freedom from suffering.To read more and to practice with Zephyr Wildman, click here. To support Zephyr Yoga Podcast, donate here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you lying awake with an overactive mind, feeling completely untethered by the stress and demands of your week? Tonight, our developmental arc is Ground. In this session, we break down the clinical neurobiology of somatic grounding—exploring how high-velocity lifestyles trap our breathing patterns in the upper chest, sending a continuous loop of false danger signals directly to the brain stem. Tonight, we deploy a highly effective, immediate physical intervention: the 4-6 Grounding Breath for 10 continuous rounds. By precisely extending your exhalations, you actively engage the vagal brake to slow your pulse, clear adrenaline, and anchor your awareness deep into the physical mattress beneath you. Turn down the volume of the world, settle into your body, and drop effortlessly into deep, unshakeable sleep. In This Episode, You'll Discover: The Upper-Chest Danger Loop: How shallow, rapid breathing keeps your body stuck in a sympathetic adrenaline loop even when you are physically exhausted. The Mechanics of the Vagal Brake: The exact science of how a 4-second inhale paired with a 6-second exhale floods your system with calming neurotransmitters. The 10-Round Somatic Anchor: A guided bedtime breathwork progression to lower your internal center of gravity, dissolve muscle bracing, and stop nighttime overthinking. A Message for Your Heart "The noise and acceleration of a busy week can pull you out of your own center. When you are steering a major vision and managing endless logistics, it can feel like your mind is spinning a thousand miles an hour even when the lights go out. Tonight, I want to remind you that you are the deep-rooted tree, not the leaves swirling in the wind. You do not have to carry today's burdens into tomorrow's dreams. By dedicating these ten rounds of breath to your own grounding, you are claiming your sovereignty over the night. You are telling the world: 'I am here, I am safe, and I am choosing to rest.' Let the heavy weight of your own body remind you of your absolute resilience tonight. You are doing an extraordinary job." This is day 3 of a 7-day meditation series, "Sleep Meditations to Stop Overthinking," episodes 3521-3527.   THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY A Seven-Day Journey into Rest, Release, and Inner Calm When the day grows quiet, the mind can become surprisingly loud. This seven-day guided sleep meditation series is designed to help you gently step out of repetitive thinking, release the mental weight of the day, and create a more peaceful transition into sleep. Each evening introduces a different calming practice, including visualization, affirmations, slow breathing, mudra, chakra meditation, layered relaxation, and a Yoga Nidra–inspired weekly review. Together, these practices guide you through a soothing emotional journey: Release. Rest. Ground. Protect. Nurture. Balance. Embody. Throughout the series, you'll explore a blend of modern mindfulness, gentle nervous-system support, ancient yogic wisdom, reflective storytelling, and compassionate encouragement. This is not about forcing your mind to become blank or making sleep happen on command. It is about changing the way you relate to your thoughts—learning to notice them without following every one, softening the urge to solve everything at night, and allowing your body to remember how to rest. Over the course of the week, you'll be invited to: Release unfinished thoughts and worries Give yourself permission to rest Ground your awareness in the breath and body Create a sense of emotional safety at bedtime Meet overthinking with compassion instead of criticism Bring multiple calming practices together Reflect on what helps you feel most peaceful and supported Each episode also includes a daily reflection question and a supportive Message for Your Heart to help you carry the practice beyond the meditation. You do not need to finish every thought tonight. You do not need to solve tomorrow before it arrives. Let this series become a gentle evening ritual—a place to set down the day, quiet the mind, and return to yourself. Press play, settle into a comfortable position, and begin your seven-day journey toward deeper rest and a calmer relationship with your thoughts. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE: THE NIGHTSTAND SURRENDER RITUAL Each night, write the thought taking up the most mental space. Fold the paper, place it in a small bowl or box beside your bed, and say: "This thought may rest here while I rest." Revisit the notes only during daylight.   FUN NAMES FOR YOUR CONTAINER The Thought Hotel• Tomorrow's Department The Worry Vault The Resting Place   MEDITATION TECHNIQUES: DAY 1: VISUALIZATION Guided Sleep Meditation to Stop Overthinking and Release the Day River of Thoughts visualization: place each worry on a leaf and let it drift downstream. DAY 2: AFFIRMATION "At night, I release the day and return to peace." DAY 3: Bedtime Breathing Meditation to Calm Racing Thoughts and Fall Asleep 4-6 grounding breath: inhale gently for 4, exhale comfortably for 6, for about 10 rounds. DAY 4: SHAKTI MUDRA  Fold the thumbs inward, soften the index and middle fingers over the thumbs, and let the ring fingers and pinkies touch. DAY 5: ANAHATA HEART CHAKRA Center of the chest• compassion soft green or rose light expanding with each easy breath. DAY 6: LAYER ALL THE TECHNIQUES TOGETHER   DAY 7: REFLECTION AND CELEBRATION   SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!   WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support.   I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.   FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/sip and om Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/   SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.   2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts.   Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Barber, marketing consultant, friend and trading card aficionado RETURNS to discuss his current passion/hobby and big source of JOY, trading cards. His alter ego, J. Bizzler, literally enters the chat.Listen as this St. Louis area-born, Champaign-rooted, scissor master talks all things trading cards. The hobby from my generation's youth has made a comeback in a BIG way. With modern tech and platforms only fueling the fire, trading cards have become big business and big money for the buyer and seller. The art, the player and the pristine level of the card all contribute to its value. We also talk about the continued fandom behind Pokemon. We are in a flow state convo over this fascinating subject.I'd like to thank this week's sponsor, Rooted Pathways Counseling and Consulting in Champaign. Rooted Pathways is unique in its focus on culturally competent, trauma-informed care that centers on relationship building and de-stigmatizing mental health issues. Nurture your roots and inspire liberation and fulfillment at Rooted Pathways Counseling and Consulting. Visit rootedpathwayscounseling.com for all information and by their name on Facebook.Thank you so much for listening! However your podcast host of choice allows, please positively: rate, review, comment and give all the stars! Don't forget to follow, subscribe, share and ring that notification bell so you know when the next episode drops!Also, search and follow hyperlocalscu on all social media. If I forgot anything or you need me, visit my website at HyperLocalsCU.com. Byee.

In this powerful conversation, Brooke sits down with birth educator, doula trainer, clinical hypnotherapist, and founder of Nurture, Erica Paulson, to discuss the often-overlooked connection between your nervous system and your birth experience. Together, they explore why birth is not just a physical event, but a whole-body experience that involves your emotions, past experiences, beliefs, stress levels, support system, and sense of safety. Erica shares how her own birth experiences transformed her understanding of labor and ultimately led her to help thousands of women prepare for birth from a more holistic perspective. You'll learn why emotional safety matters just as much as physical safety, how fear and stress can influence labor progression and pain perception, why oxytocin is one of the most important hormones in birth, and how choosing the right care team can dramatically impact your experience. Whether you're preparing for your first baby or hoping for a different experience this time around, this episode will help you rethink birth preparation through the lens of nervous system regulation, self-advocacy, and trust in your body's design.   Click HERE to access the show notes for this episode and learn more about Erica Paulson, and where you can find all things Nurture

Phil Le-Brun: The Octopus Organization Phil Le-Brun is an executive in residence at Amazon Web Services and a former corporate VP and international CIO at the McDonald's Corporation. He is a sought-after speaker and has been featured in Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, and The Guardian. He is the co-author with Jana Werner of The Octopus Organization: A Guide to Thriving in a World of Continuous Transformation (Amazon, Bookshop)*. Most of us have gone through some version of a reorg. A lot of leaders have also implemented their own reorgs. Sometimes they work. Many times, they don't. In this conversation, Phil and I discuss what goes wrong with reorgs and how we can do better. Key Points Organizations traditionally looked like the tin man from The Wizard of Oz: perfectly planned, many interchangeable parts, not flexible. An octopus organization adapts, works independently to serve the larger whole, and is innately curious. A reorg that starts with an org chart misses the complex organic connections you are unlikely to fully understand. Prioritize structural stability while building internal flexibility. Nurture the complex informal human networks that deliver value. Be honest about objectives and communicate a reorg early. Engage people by starting with smaller-scale change. Clarify the problem to be solved instead of the structural “answer.” Resources Mentioned The Octopus Organization: A Guide to Thriving in a World of Continuous Transformation by Phil Le-Brun and Jana Werner (Amazon, Bookshop)* Interview Notes Download my interview notes in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes How to Get the Ideal Team Player, with Patrick Lencioni (episode 301) How to Approach a Reorg, with Claire Hughes Johnson (episode 621) How to Help Employees Handle Tough Moments, with Anthony Klotz (episode 777) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

Turn off the screen, let your shoulders sink into the mattress, and claim your absolute right to nighttime peace. Are you struggling to fall asleep because your mind refuses to shut down? Do you lie awake scrolling through tomorrow's to-do lists, rewriting emails, or cycling through background anxiety? Welcome to Day 2 of our master sleep series, Sleep Meditations to Stop Overthinking. Tonight, our developmental arc is Rest. In this session, we dive into the neuro-somatic science of nighttime hyper-arousal—exploring exactly why a high-velocity lifestyle keeps your brain locked in a frantic "fight-or-flight" loop even when you are physically exhausted. In This Episode, You'll Discover: The Neurobiology of a Racing Mind: Why managing a heavy daily workload causes nocturnal hyper-arousal, making it impossible to transition into deep sleep. The River of Peace Visualization: A highly effective somatic tool to help you decouple from persistent thoughts and watch mental clutter drift away naturally. A Daily Message for Your Heart You may be constantly balancing an incredible mountain of moving parts, steering a large vision, and anchoring the spaces you occupy. Because you carry so much responsibility, your mind naturally wants to keep working overtime, treating your pillow like a boardroom. Tonight, I want to remind you that your productivity is done for the day, and your worth is not measured by how much you carry. You do not have to finish tomorrow's tasks tonight to deserve an absolute sanctuary of rest. You are allowed to take your hands completely off the wheel. Let the affirmation 'At night, I release the day and return to peace' act as a soft, protective shield around your spirit as you sleep. The world can wait. You are safe to let go now. You are doing an extraordinary job." This is day 2 of a 7-day meditation series, "Sleep Meditations to Stop Overthinking," episodes 3521-3527.   THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY A Seven-Day Journey into Rest, Release, and Inner Calm When the day grows quiet, the mind can become surprisingly loud. This seven-day guided sleep meditation series is designed to help you gently step out of repetitive thinking, release the mental weight of the day, and create a more peaceful transition into sleep. Each evening introduces a different calming practice, including visualization, affirmations, slow breathing, mudra, chakra meditation, layered relaxation, and a Yoga Nidra–inspired weekly review. Together, these practices guide you through a soothing emotional journey: Release. Rest. Ground. Protect. Nurture. Balance. Embody. Throughout the series, you'll explore a blend of modern mindfulness, gentle nervous-system support, ancient yogic wisdom, reflective storytelling, and compassionate encouragement. This is not about forcing your mind to become blank or making sleep happen on command. It is about changing the way you relate to your thoughts—learning to notice them without following every one, softening the urge to solve everything at night, and allowing your body to remember how to rest. Over the course of the week, you'll be invited to: Release unfinished thoughts and worries Give yourself permission to rest Ground your awareness in the breath and body Create a sense of emotional safety at bedtime Meet overthinking with compassion instead of criticism Bring multiple calming practices together Reflect on what helps you feel most peaceful and supported Each episode also includes a daily reflection question and a supportive Message for Your Heart to help you carry the practice beyond the meditation. You do not need to finish every thought tonight. You do not need to solve tomorrow before it arrives. Let this series become a gentle evening ritual—a place to set down the day, quiet the mind, and return to yourself. Press play, settle into a comfortable position, and begin your seven-day journey toward deeper rest and a calmer relationship with your thoughts. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE: THE NIGHTSTAND SURRENDER RITUAL Each night, write the thought taking up the most mental space. Fold the paper, place it in a small bowl or box beside your bed, and say: "This thought may rest here while I rest." Revisit the notes only during daylight.   FUN NAMES FOR YOUR CONTAINER The Thought Hotel• Tomorrow's Department The Worry Vault The Resting Place   MEDITATION TECHNIQUES: DAY 1: VISUALIZATION Guided Sleep Meditation to Stop Overthinking and Release the Day River of Thoughts visualization: place each worry on a leaf and let it drift downstream. DAY 2: AFFIRMATION "At night, I release the day and return to peace." DAY 3: Bedtime Breathing Meditation to Calm Racing Thoughts and Fall Asleep 4-6 grounding breath: inhale gently for 4, exhale comfortably for 6, for about 10 rounds. DAY 4: SHAKTI MUDRA  Fold the thumbs inward, soften the index and middle fingers over the thumbs, and let the ring fingers and pinkies touch. DAY 5: ANAHATA HEART CHAKRA Center of the chest• compassion soft green or rose light expanding with each easy breath. DAY 6: LAYER ALL THE TECHNIQUES TOGETHER   DAY 7: REFLECTION AND CELEBRATION   SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!   WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support.   I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.   FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/sip and om Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/   SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.   2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts.   Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Authority means more than just showing up on social media. It is about carving out space, going deep, and using your podcast as a vehicle to drive real results in your business. In this episode of Influential Voices of Authority, Erik K. Johnson sits down with Louise McDonnell, host of the Social Media Takeaway podcast and leading social media marketing expert. Louise unpacks how her show has become the cornerstone of her authority, expands her network, and consistently drives speaking opportunities and business growth on a global scale. Important Links: Louise McDonnell website: https://sellonsocial.media Louise's Social selling assessment: https://www.sellon.social Or PodcastTalentCoach.com/SellOn Podcast Authority Audit: http://www.podcasttalentcoach.com/coaching Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/apple Spotify: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/spotify Website: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/podcasts   Episode Segments: 00:01 "Building Authority with Podcasting" 00:14 "Deep Dives and Organic Conversations" 01:36 "Guests, JV Partnerships, and Client Stories" 02:11 "Solo vs Interview Episodes" 02:49 "Launching to the Top of the Charts" 03:36 "Celebrating Guests and Milestones" 05:10 "Podcast Doors to Global Stages" 06:19 "Consistent Marketing with Podcasting" 07:19 "Who is Listening? Expanding Your Reach" 08:20 "Battling the Weeds: Staying Strategic" 09:27 "Planning, Data, and Determination" 11:46 "True Marketing Alignment" 13:15 "Where Businesses Go Wrong" 14:17 "The Power of a Clear Offer" 16:27 "Lead Generation Systems that Work" 17:38 "Getting Your Lead Magnet Seen" 18:10 "Ad Budgets and Platform Strategies" 19:14 "Training the Algorithm" 21:41 "Understanding Ad ROI and Nurture" 22:54 "Louise's Social Selling Assessment" 24:56 "How to Access the Assessment" 26:34 "If Louise Started Over" 28:35 "What's Next for Louise"   Key Takeaways: - Your Podcast as a Launchpad Louise reveals how her podcast directly led to speaking gigs at global summits, stronger JV partnerships, and a far-reaching client base. Visibility leads to opportunity, not just more content. - Consistency and Clarity Build Authority Coaches and consultants often let their own marketing slide. Committing to a podcast schedule keeps your brand top-of-mind and enforces discipline in your own strategic growth. - Marketing Missteps to Avoid Louise's data-driven social selling assessment highlights two major problems: lack of a clear, compelling offer and no lead generation system. She explains how social media marketing fails when the basics are overlooked, regardless of platform tricks or new features. - Your Email List is Your Real Asset Chasing followers is not the key. Louise argues the true winners in social media are those with powerful, nurtured email lists–and she shares her formula for connecting social efforts to lead generation and nurturing for real business growth. - Paid Ads are Essential for Scale Louise emphasizes the necessity of paid ads in today's landscape but breaks down how to be smart with modest budgets and train the algorithm for better ROI. She unpacks common pitfalls in Meta AI ad creation and how to keep brand images authentic. - Assess to Progress Louise's social selling assessment empowers entrepreneurs and experts to pinpoint real blockages in their marketing–from messaging to offer clarity to systems for consistent client acquisition.   Episode Highlights: How Louise leveraged her podcast to hit top business charts and open new business relationships Real stories of surprise listeners and expanding markets outside your niche Proven ways to move from frustrating busy-work to strategic marketing action The simple "alignment" principle that multiplies authority, no matter the platform Tactical tips on ads, LinkedIn tactics, and building a global business from a rural base   Connect with Louise McDonnell: Ready to identify your blind spots? Take Louise's free Social Selling Assessment and discover exactly where your marketing needs attention: https://sellon.social/assessment You can also find all the details at PodcastTalentCoach.com/sellon Website: https://sellon.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisemcdonnell/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisemcdonnell/   Your Podcast Authority Audit: Ready to strategically grow your podcast authority? You've published the episodes. You've stayed consistent. You know your content is good. And yet… You're not being seen as the authority in your niche Your podcast isn't creating the level of influence or opportunity you expected People listen—but they don't take action And you sound professional… but not unforgettable The truth? Consistency alone doesn't create authority. Intentional leadership does. Are you ready to turn your podcast into an authority engine and not just more content? Would you like to move from best-kept secret to recognized authority? Let me audit your podcast and find the gaps. Go to www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching, click the button and apply to have a chat with me. We will uncover your authority positioning problem, develop your plan to succeed, and see how I can help and support you to achieve your podcast goals. Get your podcast audit at www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching.

Quiet a busy mind and gently release the day with this guided sleep meditation for overthinking. In Day 1 of this seven-day sleep meditation series, you'll begin with the emotional theme of release. Through a calming river visualization, you'll practice noticing thoughts without becoming caught in them, allowing worries, unfinished tasks, and mental tension to drift away. This soothing bedtime meditation also explores the ancient yogic principle of aparigraha, or non-grasping, along with the idea that clarity can emerge when we stop trying to solve everything at once. You do not need to finish every thought tonight. Let this meditation help you slow down, soften your grip on the day, and prepare your body and mind for peaceful rest. Tonight's reflection question: What thought, responsibility, or unanswered question am I willing to set down for tonight? Daily Message for Your Heart: "You do not have to carry every thought to its conclusion tonight. You do not have to solve tomorrow before it arrives, replay what has already happened, or hold yourself responsible for every possible outcome. Some things become clearer when you stop reaching for an answer. Some feelings soften when you give them space. And some burdens become lighter when you allow yourself to set them down, even temporarily. Releasing does not mean that you no longer care. It means you trust yourself enough to pause. You can return to what matters tomorrow with a rested mind, a steadier body, and a more open heart. For tonight, let unfinished things remain unfinished." This is day 1 of a 7-day meditation series, 3521-3527 SLEEP MEDITATIONS TO STOP OVERTHINKING.   THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY A Seven-Day Journey into Rest, Release, and Inner Calm When the day grows quiet, the mind can become surprisingly loud. This seven-day guided sleep meditation series is designed to help you gently step out of repetitive thinking, release the mental weight of the day, and create a more peaceful transition into sleep. Each evening introduces a different calming practice, including visualization, affirmations, slow breathing, mudra, chakra meditation, layered relaxation, and a Yoga Nidra–inspired weekly review. Together, these practices guide you through a soothing emotional journey: Release. Rest. Ground. Protect. Nurture. Balance. Embody. Throughout the series, you'll explore a blend of modern mindfulness, gentle nervous-system support, ancient yogic wisdom, reflective storytelling, and compassionate encouragement. This is not about forcing your mind to become blank or making sleep happen on command. It is about changing the way you relate to your thoughts—learning to notice them without following every one, softening the urge to solve everything at night, and allowing your body to remember how to rest. Over the course of the week, you'll be invited to: Release unfinished thoughts and worries Give yourself permission to rest Ground your awareness in the breath and body Create a sense of emotional safety at bedtime Meet overthinking with compassion instead of criticism Bring multiple calming practices together Reflect on what helps you feel most peaceful and supported Each episode also includes a daily reflection question and a supportive Message for Your Heart to help you carry the practice beyond the meditation. You do not need to finish every thought tonight. You do not need to solve tomorrow before it arrives. Let this series become a gentle evening ritual—a place to set down the day, quiet the mind, and return to yourself. Press play, settle into a comfortable position, and begin your seven-day journey toward deeper rest and a calmer relationship with your thoughts. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE: THE NIGHTSTAND SURRENDER RITUAL Each night, write the thought taking up the most mental space. Fold the paper, place it in a small bowl or box beside your bed, and say: "This thought may rest here while I rest." Revisit the notes only during daylight.   FUN NAMES FOR YOUR CONTAINER The Thought Hotel• Tomorrow's Department The Worry Vault The Resting Place   MEDITATION TECHNIQUES: DAY 1: VISUALIZATION Guided Sleep Meditation to Stop Overthinking and Release the Day River of Thoughts visualization: place each worry on a leaf and let it drift downstream. DAY 2: AFFIRMATION "At night, I release the day and return to peace." DAY 3: Bedtime Breathing Meditation to Calm Racing Thoughts and Fall Asleep 4-6 grounding breath: inhale gently for 4, exhale comfortably for 6, for about 10 rounds. DAY 4: SHAKTI MUDRA  Fold the thumbs inward, soften the index and middle fingers over the thumbs, and let the ring fingers and pinkies touch. DAY 5: ANAHATA HEART CHAKRA Center of the chest• compassion soft green or rose light expanding with each easy breath. DAY 6: LAYER ALL THE TECHNIQUES TOGETHER   DAY 7: REFLECTION AND CELEBRATION   SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!   WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support.   I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.   FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/sip and om Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/   SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.   2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone   All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts.   Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

This is Part 1 of a five-part miniseries on Tim Griesheimer's life. Tim is by far one of the most popular guests we've had on the show, so this series dives even deeper into his life featuring new stories about gang life, prison, identity, trauma, and redemption. In this episode, Tim shares the early chapters of his life, from growing up in an abusive household to finding acceptance in the streets, gang culture, and eventually prison. Tim opens up about what it was like being white while running with mostly Black friends and Blood gang members, how racial dynamics differed between Ohio and Texas, and the controversy around using the n-word. He also describes childhood violence, early crime, carrying guns as a kid, shootouts, and how he became drawn to the outlaw lifestyle before his first prison sentence. Topics include: -Growing up in Ohio and Texas -Childhood abuse and street life -Being white around Blood gang members -Saying the n-word and facing consequences -Early gun violence and shootouts -Racial tension in Texas -First experiences with prison politics -Finding identity through crime and gang culture Go Support Tim! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tattoos_bykriminalkustoms/ This Episode Is #Sponsored By The Following: Hims! To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, Hair Loss, Weight Loss, and more, visit https://hims.com/connect Prescription required. See website for details and important safety information. Sildenafil is the generic version of Viagra®. Viagra® is a registered trademark of Viatris Specialty LLC. Hims is not affiliated with or endorsed by Viatris. Join The Patreon For Bonus Content! https://www.patreon.com/theconnectshow 00:00 From a Troubled Home to the Streets 01:01 Introducing Tim Griesheimer's Story 04:47 Connecting with People and Early Social Traits 07:09 Nature vs. Nurture and Developing an Outlaw Mentality 10:27 Embracing the Streets: Stealing and Early Crimes 13:01 Fighting, Survival, and Street Cred 17:08 Shootouts and Guns at a Young Age 21:12 Gang Affiliations: Bloods, Crips, and Neighborhood Politics 25:48 This Episode Is Sponsored By Hims 27:38 Reflecting on Gang Life, Family Bonds, and Military Ambitions 33:13 Childhood Abuse and Family Trauma 36:50 Violence at Home and Resentment Toward Parents 41:13 Cycles of Abuse: Family History 43:14 Moving Between States & Unstable Upbringing 45:27 Culture Shock: Racial Dynamics in Texas vs. Ohio 48:00 Experiencing Prejudice from Both Black and White Communities 50:01 First Time Going to Prison – Facing Reality 54:01 Arrival at the Most Dangerous Texas Prison 56:11 Navigating Prison Politics and Racial Pressure Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The LORD Reigns This summer we will preach through Psalm 93-104. While studying these Psalms, you will see several repeated themes. For example, this section (Psalms 93:1 and 104:1) begins and ends with the LORD clothed in splendor and majesty. From these passages, we will rejoice together as we worship the majestic, glorious, eternal, holy, righteous King of Kings. DNA Questions: DiscoverHow would you describe the reign of the Lord Jesus in your daily life? Does He? If not, who or what does? What “voice and thunder” of the worlds culture drowns out His voice in your daily life? NurtureWhich of the LORD's attributes as King described in Psalm 93 encourages you the most? Convicts you the most?Why? What truths in Psalm 93 increase your love for Jesus?Act What habits can you develop which will increase your delight in the majestic, glorious, eternal, holy, righteous King of Kings?

Being uber-responsible, people-pleasing and a perfectionist are traits that first-born girls in Asia purportedly have.Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times catches up with its foreign correspondents about life and trends in the countries they're based in. A book in Taiwan on the so-called “eldest daughter syndrome” is now a bestseller translated into other languages. It looks at how many first-born women in the East Asian society struggle with perfectionism, people-pleasing, burnout, anxiety and other mental health struggles. This often arises from the profound psychological and physical pressures that they face at home. What is even more insidious is when these traits carry over from the private space to their workplace. Taiwan correspondent Yip Wai Yee, herself a first-born girl, speaks to foreign editor Li Xueying, another first-born girl, on her personal experience, as well as the question: where is all of this coming from?Highlights (click/tap above): 1:58 What is the eldest daughter syndrome 4:43 Myth vs social expectations 6:29 Eldest daughter syndrome entrenched in Taiwan society 10:17 How it plays into workplace burnout and boundaries 13:55 Managing guilt and saying no as an eldest daughter Read Yip Wai Yee’s article here: https://str.sg/jbsK Read Li Xueying’s articles: https://str.sg/iqmR Follow Li Xueying on LinkedIn: https://str.sg/ip4x Sign up for ST’s weekly Asian Insider newsletter: https://str.sg/sfpz Host: Li Xueying (xueying@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Fa’izah Sani Executive producer: Ernest Luis Follow Asian Insider on Fridays here: Channel: https://str.sg/JWa7 Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/JWa8 Spotify: https://str.sg/JWaX Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg --- Follow more ST podcast channels: All-in-one ST Podcasts channel: https://str.sg/wvz7 Get more updates: http://str.sg/stpodcasts The Usual Place Podcast YouTube: https://str.sg/4Vwsa --- Get The Straits Times app, which has a dedicated podcast player section: The App Store: https://str.sg/icyB Google Play: https://str.sg/icyX --- #STAsianInsiderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being uber-responsible, people-pleasing and a perfectionist are traits that first-born girls in Asia purportedly have.Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times catches up with its foreign correspondents about life and trends in the countries they're based in. A book in Taiwan on the so-called “eldest daughter syndrome” is now a bestseller translated into other languages. It looks at how many first-born women in the East Asian society struggle with perfectionism, people-pleasing, burnout, anxiety and other mental health struggles. This often arises from the profound psychological and physical pressures that they face at home. What is even more insidious is when these traits carry over from the private space to their workplace. Taiwan correspondent Yip Wai Yee, herself a first-born girl, speaks to foreign editor Li Xueying, another first-born girl, on her personal experience, as well as the question: where is all of this coming from?Highlights (click/tap above): 1:58 What is the eldest daughter syndrome 4:43 Myth vs social expectations 6:29 Eldest daughter syndrome entrenched in Taiwan society 10:17 How it plays into workplace burnout and boundaries 13:55 Managing guilt and saying no as an eldest daughter Read Yip Wai Yee’s article here: https://str.sg/jbsK Read Li Xueying’s articles: https://str.sg/iqmR Follow Li Xueying on LinkedIn: https://str.sg/ip4x Sign up for ST’s weekly Asian Insider newsletter: https://str.sg/sfpz Host: Li Xueying (xueying@sph.com.sg) Edited by: Fa’izah Sani Executive producer: Ernest Luis Follow Asian Insider on Fridays here: Channel: https://str.sg/JWa7 Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/JWa8 Spotify: https://str.sg/JWaX Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg --- Follow more ST podcast channels: All-in-one ST Podcasts channel: https://str.sg/wvz7 Get more updates: http://str.sg/stpodcasts The Usual Place Podcast YouTube: https://str.sg/4Vwsa --- Get The Straits Times app, which has a dedicated podcast player section: The App Store: https://str.sg/icyB Google Play: https://str.sg/icyX --- #STAsianInsiderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Cath talks about her concept 'Giving Up on Being Good' and the 'Good Girl Grid'. The experience of emotional neglect produces a set of coping strategies based on our stress responses and unwinding these as we grow and develop as adults is really important so that we can live our own TRUE lives.This work happens on multiple levels - cognitive, emotional, somatic, spiritual and we have to tolerate the discomfort of practising new ways of being in order that we live for ourselves, not to demonstrate goodness (for an imaginary audience!!)Cath shares ways she is 'not good' based on what society might expect and how she frees herself to live within the context of her life, so that you can figure out how you can 'give up on being good' in your own life.This will be the last episode now as we take a short break for summer.If you're enjoying this podcast. Please leave a review and rate the podcast, this really helps others to find it.To sign up for the journal prompts and Nurture.Heal.Grow (on Substack) please head to www.cathcounihan.com or @cathcounihan on Instagram. Follow Cath on social media here:Instagram: @cathcounihanSubstack: Nurture.Heal.GrowFacebook: Cath Counihan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daily Bread LifeOh that we would be a people committed to a life of believing God day by day as we feast upon the Lord Jesus.DNA Questions - Exodus 16:12-30; Matthew 6:16-34DiscoverWhat is God's primary purpose for only giving His people enough mana for one day?Why do we need to recognize that everyone was able to gather enough?Why does it honor the Lord when we rest? NurtureIs it more difficult for you to trust the Lord for yourself or for others? Why is this and how does it impact your life?What aspect of Jesus do you feast on the most and where do you need to pursue more of Him in your life?Why is it important that we would delineate between "today" problems and "tomorrow" problems? ActWhat would it look like for you this week to lean into God's promise of daily bread?

My best friend's fiancée said yes last month. Nobody at the engagement party called it a conversion. Holding an audience is a relationship. Like a real human one, it takes three completely different skills. Take the free Idea to IP Assessment: A short diagnostic that scores your expertise across 8 areas and shows you exactly where it's ready to become intellectual property you can package, sell, and scale. Find your single biggest next move in about 3 minutes: https://quiz.mikekim.com Work with me 1:1: Private Advisory for experts and operators who want a strategic partner for their brand, message, and IP — with direct access to me. Three ways in: The Intensive (7-day accelerator), The Sprint (90-day strategy sprint), and The Advisory (6-month partnership). Application here: https://mikekim.com/advisory Get my books: You Are the Brand (Wall Street Journal bestseller) — my book on personal branding and building a business around your name, your message, and your expertise: https://amzn.to/4gjyZFN Own Your Brand, Own Your Career (with Andy Storch) — personal branding for career professionals who want to take ownership of their career from the inside out: https://amzn.to/4uQjit6 Subscribe to my newsletter: The Mike Kim Letter, a weekly letter on personal branding, messaging, and building a meaningful business in a post-AI world. Less about what you know, more about how you think. Subscribe here: https://mikekim.com/newsletter Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikekim LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekimtv/

Click to Send a Text or Voicemail to MelissaIn this brief but so important Bonus "Mini-sode", Melissa sits down with internationally recognized personality expert and author Paul D. Tieger to discuss groundbreaking new research exploring a possible connection between inborn personality type and increased suicide risk in young people.Take the Survey: CLICK HERE TO TAKE SURVEYThis first-of-its-kind study is seeking participation specifically from parents who have lost a child to suicide. The goal is to better understand whether certain personality patterns may correlate with increased vulnerability — information that could help shape future suicide prevention efforts, education, and intervention strategies.Melissa also shares why she chose to support this research, how she helped review the survey language to ensure it was suicide-safe and sensitive for grieving families, and why compassionate, prevention-focused conversations matter.The survey:

In this episode of HAYVN Hubcast, Nancy Sheed welcomes back author, publisher, and marketing strategist Jenn T. Grace for a conversation about marketing with intention, clarity, and purpose. Jenn shares the inspiration behind her new book, Promote Your Purpose, and breaks down her Aspen Method, a practical framework designed to help authors, entrepreneurs, and professionals market their work without getting lost in overwhelm. Drawing from more than two decades in marketing and over ten years working closely with authors, Jenn explains why so many people struggle with marketing and how skipping foundational steps often leads to confusion, wasted time, and burnout. She emphasizes that effective marketing isn't about chasing every tactic or becoming an influencer. Instead, it's about understanding your purpose, your audience, and the strategy that actually aligns with your strengths and goals. Key Points Jenn created the Aspen Method after realizing that many authors and business owners were overwhelmed by disconnected marketing tactics and needed a clearer framework for decision-making. The Aspen Method stands for Assess, Strategize, Plan, Execute, and Nurture, creating a step-by-step approach to building sustainable marketing efforts. One of the biggest mistakes people make is jumping directly into tactics like social media, ads, or influencer marketing without first understanding their audience, goals, and larger strategy. Jenn encourages people to “bring others along for the journey” while building a book, business, or product, helping create community and momentum long before launch day. The conversation highlights how relationship-building and nurturing an audience are often the most overlooked but most valuable parts of marketing success. Nancy and Jenn close the conversation by reinforcing that marketing doesn't have to feel manipulative, overwhelming, or performative. By focusing on alignment, strategy, and genuine connection, the Aspen Method helps people market in a way that feels authentic and sustainable.  Connect with Nancy LinkedIn  Instagram Website Connect with Jenn LinkedIn LinkedIn Company YouTube Substack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are we shaped more by nature or nurture? Is biology or culture stronger in determining our choices? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss this topic, with Evolutionary psychologist Dr. Steve Stewart-Williams joining for the discussion, on this latest episode. References and resources: Defining nature vs nurture: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/nature-vs-nurture Plato's “inatism”: https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/history/innatism Aristotle and John Locke's “tabula rasa”: https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/psychology/tabula-rasa

Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday get a lot of attention in the story of Jesus' work in saving the world…redeeming a people for His own possession…bringing many sons to glory. However, we can often overlook the day in between. Saturday. They had laid their dead Messiah in a grave, one of their own had betrayed them all, their lives were in danger and the worst part of it all was likely the fact that they were left with so many questions, disappointment, disillusionment , and no path forward. Their hopes and dreams and excitement were buried with the One who had turned water into wine, fed 5,000, healed a man born blind, and brought a dead man back to life. After all that…what were they expected to do?…the same thing that they had been doing for the last 1500 years…nothing. God had commanded them to rest.DNA Questions DiscoverDo you know the Kingdom of God when you see it?Do you prepare to rest? Nurture:How is the finished work of Jesus actual Sabbath in your life?What part of the kingdom of this world keeps you from seeking first His Kingdom?What does the resurrection do for your hope when things don't go the way you had planned? Act:How would your week look different if you hoped for what you could not yet see?

Great friendships require a positive mindset. These affirmations help you be a better friend while attracting people who truly value and support your journey. Unwind now with our positive sleep affirmations podcast. Our soothing affirmations relax the mind and prepare the body for rest. Hit play, and drift into Good Sleep... Listen to more positive sleep affirmations by subscribing to the audio podcast in your favorite podcast app:  Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-sleep-positive-affirmations/id1704608129⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/3OuJvYoprqh7nPK44ZsdKE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And start your morning with Optimal Living Daily! Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/optimal-living-daily-mental-health-motivation/id1067688314⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1hygb4nGhNhlLn4pBnN00j?si=ca60dcfd758b44b4⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you actually ready for a relationship? The honest answer is probably NO — and most traditional advice is setting you up to fail.In this fast-paced 9-minute episode, C.S. Joseph reveals why you keep struggling with dating and relationships, and how the powerful Octagram system fixes everything that MBTI, Socionics, Enneagram, and normal matchmaking get wrong.• Why nurture matters more than nature when it comes to personality• How gender dramatically changes how personality types behave• Why mistyping is destroying your compatibility chances• The truth about the Golden Pair• How to finally understand real compatibility and attract the right personPerfect for anyone tired of bad dating advice and repeated relationship failures.

In this episode of Art Ed Radio, Tim Bogatz sits down with Melissa Birnbaum, a New York City art teacher and chair of the NYC chapter of the New York State Art Teachers Association (NYSATA). Melissa teaches at an international high school in the Bronx where 100% of her students are American newcomers and native Spanish speakers--many of whom have never had an art lesson in their lives. She shares how she designs her choice-based art room to meet students exactly where they are, using sketchbook journals, materials play, and a scaffolded approach that builds foundational skills while honoring each student's creative instincts and lived experience.   Tim and Melissa also dig deep into one of the most meaningful topics in art education: resilience. Melissa explains what resilience actually looks like in her classroom, and what she learns from her students. She talks about the power of "confidence coaching," normalizing failure, and why loving your students is the most effective classroom management strategy there is. Resources and Links Building Student Resiliency Skills: 9 Ways to Nurture the Ability to Thrive in Adversity Failure-Friendly Art Rooms: How to Redefine Mistakes as Learning What You Need to Know About ELLs in the Art Room 6 Ways the Visual Arts Promotes Resilient Learners for Life

Description:Some conversations are so good, they deserve a second life. As we've been building out our Chosen Family series — exploring what it actually takes to find, keep, and nurture the people who truly see you — we kept coming back to this tender conversation because it was resonant then but it hits differently now. Dr. Thema Bryant is a psychologist, author, professor, ordained minister, and former president of the American Psychological Association. Her books Matters of the Heart and Homecoming have resonated deeply with women navigating the beautiful, complicated work of belonging — and her clarity on what it means to truly come home to yourself is exactly the foundation this series needed. In this conversation, Jen and Amy dig into: Why midlife can feel isolating even when you're surrounded by people — and what's really going on beneath that loneliness How to grieve friendships that have run their season while making genuine room for new ones The difference between performing friendship and actually being emotionally available for it Why our wellness matters more than our loyalty — and what it looks like to stop sacrificing yourself in the name of showing up for everyone else Practical tools like writing vows to yourself and how to build community from scratch when one was never ready-made for you Because here's what we keep coming back to: you cannot truly choose people if you haven't first chosen yourself. This conversation is the starting place. Thought-provoking Quotes: When I observe someone making a polite but clear boundary, I respect it. I'm impressed. – Jen Hatmaker Can you come to the place where you admit, I miss myself? And myself is not my labor. Myself is not my role. Myself is a living soul and one of the things that feeds my soul are my friendships but those got neglected because I was told that to be a good leader or to be a good mom, I had to deprioritize the things that nourished me. – Dr. Thema Bryant If a community is not ready-made, something for you to join, it's something for you to create. – Dr. Thema Bryant Our wellness is more important than our loyalty. – Dr. Thema Bryant If you have the tendency of picking people who don't pick you, you're not emotionally available. If you were emotionally available when there was nothing flowing back to you, you would shift. But if you fear intimacy, closeness, or being seen and known, you will continue to pursue that which is fleeing you, because it is safer. This is true in friendships and romantic relationships. – Dr. Thema Bryant Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Matters of the Heart: Healing Your Relationship with Yourself and Those You Love by Dr. Thema Bryant - https://amzn.to/40XMql6 Homecoming: Overcome Fear and Trauma to Reclaim Your Whole, Authentic Self by Dr. Thema Bryant - https://amzn.to/4hVYQ4c The Homecoming Podcast with Dr. Thema Bryant - https://soundcloud.com/dr-thema-bryant-davis Guest's Links: Thema's website - https://drthema.com/ Thema's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dr.thema/ Thema's Twitter - https://x.com/drthema Thema's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ThemaBryantDavis Thema's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxpb1ZdNd6M99Fhaw09H81Q Thema's Podcast - https://soundcloud.com/dr-thema-bryant-davis Connect with Jen!Jen's Website - https://jenhatmaker.com/ Jen's Instagram - https://instagram.com/jenhatmakerJen's Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenHatmaker/ Jen's Facebook - https://facebook.com/jenhatmakerJen's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/JenHatmaker The For the Love Podcast is presented by Audacy.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stefan Molyneux takes a close look at motherhood in today's world, especially with Mother's Day stirring up thoughts about the role. He talks about how perceptions of motherhood have shifted, the pressures women deal with, and the tension between genuine nurturing and what society demands. He critiques some of the traditional cultural norms that mothers pass along, and he considers the real difficulties of raising children in a multicultural setting. Above all, he makes the case for a more compassionate ethics grounded in universally preferable behavior, or UPB, and he hopes for a future where mothers and children can live together with genuine respect and harmony.GET FREEDOMAIN MERCH! https://shop.freedomain.com/SUBSCRIBE TO ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxFollow me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@freedomain1GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2025