Podcasts about observing

Welcome back to How to Decorate from Ballard Designs! While the team takes a short summer break, we are sharing some of our best and most beloved conversations from the archives. Today, we are re-airing our all-time most listened-to episode, and it is all about furniture shopping. Buying furniture is a big decision that can easily feel overwhelming, with countless options, price points, and potential mistakes. Caroline, Taryn, and Liz sit down to discuss how to approach furniture as a long-term investment and share practical tips on construction and fabrics so you never regret a purchase again! Quick Decorating Takeaways: Know Your Space and Lifestyle: Before looking at styles, assess how you actually live. Are you eating snacks on the couch, hosting dinner parties, or accommodating pets? Knowing these details dictates what kind of fabric and cushion style you will need. Test Drive Your Fabric: Fabric is often the most crucial element in determining a sofa's longevity. Order a full yard of your fabric swatch, wrap it around your favorite chair or dog bed, spill coffee on it, and see how well it cleans up before you commit. Understand Construction Basics: Look for kiln-dried wood frames to prevent the frame from cracking. While eight-way hand-tied springs used to be the gold standard, modern suspension technology offers fantastic durability and comfort as well. Avoid the "Showroom" Look: Do not buy a perfectly matched furniture set if you want a collected feel. Give your space personality by mixing leg styles (e.g., skirts versus exposed legs), arm shapes, and wood tones. Create a Room Plan First: Do not shop in a vacuum! Map out your room on graph paper or use painter's tape on the floor to understand how pieces will actually fit, flow, and scale with your ceiling height. Keep Swatches Handy: Stash your essential fabric and paint swatches, along with room measurements, in your car's glove box. You never know when you will spot the perfect piece while out shopping. What You'll Hear on This Episode: 00:34 Intro to our summer "best of" series and why this is our most popular episode. 01:44 Trials and triumphs: new babies, basement offices, hardware decisions, and carbon monoxide scares. 25:41 Why buying a sofa starts with knowing yourself and testing out seats in a store. 35:18 The nitty-gritty of sofa construction, from kiln-dried wood to spring types. 46:39 The importance of choosing the right fabric and how to effectively "test drive" it. 52:40 Observing where your guests naturally gravitate to optimize your room's seating layout. 56:57 Dealing with long furniture lead times and why you shouldn't settle. 01:01:54 Dining room strategies: picking wipeable fabrics and indestructible quartz or porcelain tables. 01:07:21 How to effectively partner with a store's sales associate to find your perfect match. 01:11:32 Designing a collected room without getting stuck in a "matchy-matchy" trap. 01:16:04 Tips for budgeting your furniture layout piece-by-piece and pacing your purchases. 01:22:10 How to scale pieces correctly using tape, cardboard, and line drawings. 01:28:56 The furniture purchases the hosts regret most—and their all-time favorite statement pieces. Also Mentioned: Shop Ballard Designs Please send in your decorating dilemmas to podcast@ballarddesigns.net so we can help you with your space! Don't forget to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and please leave us a review. Happy decorating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you hear the word “sabbath”, what do you think of? A day of full of rules about what you can and cannot do, or is it a day of things you get to do? Could it be that when we do less we are actually able to do more? On this week's show, Chad and Kurt welcome Mike Amos and Ross Knecht to discuss what God intended for Sabbath. In addition, the guys talk about the ancient practice of Lectio Divina (“Divine Reading” in Latin). Lectio Divina teaches that reading and reflecting on smaller portions of scripture can reap big benefits for our souls, and for those around us. Observing the Sabbath, Lectio Divina, and much more will be covered at the Soul Register now for Soul Transformation retreats put on by Further Still Ministries (beginning again) in 2027. (This is a repeat episode - enjoy!)

In this episode of Don't Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman study Ezra and Nehemiah, following Israel's return from exile as they begin the long work of rebuilding Jerusalem, the temple, and their covenant relationship with God. These chapters remind us that every story of faith includes moments of starting again, and that the Lord is always ready to welcome His people home. As the people lay the temple's foundation, face opposition, and press forward despite discouragement, they discover that rebuilding rarely happens all at once. Faith grows one step at a time through small, consistent acts of devotion, even when progress feels slow. Again and again, scripture reminds us that the good hand of God is upon His people, strengthening them as they continue the work He has called them to do. This episode also highlights the role of prophets in times of rebuilding. Through the words of Ezra, Nehemiah, Haggai, and Zechariah, we see that God's servants encourage, strengthen, and remind His people of who they truly are. Rather than being defined by past mistakes, the Lord invites us to accept His new decree over our lives and move forward with faith, courage, and joy. Above all, Ezra and Nehemiah testify that rebuilding is not a story of shame but of hope. The joy of the Lord becomes our strength as we remember His goodness, recognize His hand in our lives, and choose once again to walk with Him. No matter where we begin, His gracious hand is always reaching out, inviting us to build something beautiful with Him. Chapters: 00:00 INTRO 05:45 Ezra 1: Cyrus' decree to return 11:24 Experiencing renewed faith 21:22 Laying the temple's foundation 26:30 Reflecting on love and grief 32:16 Scripture study and personal growth 33:43 Addressing daily frustrations 42:24 Jews' Reputation with Persian King 49:09 Role of prophets in scripture 51:34 The good hand of God 58:25 Praising and Worshiping Together 01:01:25 The joy of spiritual commitments 01:06:58 Observing the Feast of Booths 01:12:19 Creating a personalized teaching blueprint Sign up for the Don't Miss This newsletter at www.dontmissthisstudy.com #dontmissthis #comefollowme NEWSLETTER LINK: The Don't Miss This video, the prayer poster, and tip-ins for kids, teens, couples and individuals can all be found in this week's newsletter. Sign-up link in bio if you haven't had a chance yet!! www.dontmissthisstudy.com Instagram: @dontmissthisstudy Podcast: Don't Miss This Study Facebook: Don't Miss This Study Follow Grace Instagram @thisweeksgrace Follow David Instagram: @mrdavebutler Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrdavebutler/ Subscribe to the Don't Miss This App https://www.dontmissthisstudy.com/app

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt The Bold and the Beautiful spoilers show tensions rise between Bill Spencer (Don Diamont) and Forrester Creations, leading to an unexpected PR disaster. The drama further escalates with the return of Brooke Logan (Katherine Kelly Lang), who is visibly upset by recent events. As the week unfolds, RJ Forrester (Brayan Nicoletti) instigates a brawl, resulting in Eric Forrester (John McCook) getting injured, although the blame is wrongly placed on another character.  B&B spoilers reveal that Deacon Sharpe (Sean Kanan) and Finn (Tanner Novlan) are convinced that Sheila Carter (Kimberlin Brown) has turned over a new leaf, but Steffy Forrester (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) remains skeptical. As Eric launches a new couture collection, things take a turn for the worse when he lashes out during an interview, causing a PR nightmare for Forrester Creations. Observing the chaos from a distance, Hope Logan (Annika Noelle) and Katie Logan (Heather Tom) are left stunned by Eric's outburst. Bold and the Beautiful spoilers indicate that a physical altercation at the Bikini Bar between RJ and Will Spencer (Crew Morrow) leads to Eric being accidentally hit. Despite RJ being the instigator, blame falls on Will. The Forrester and Spencer families continue their feud, leading to Brooke and Katie trying to mediate, but with little success. B&B spoilers hint that the situation remains tense, with Katie expressing regrets about the past and Dylan (Sydney Bullock) stepping up to support Will. As the drama unfolds, viewers are left waiting to see whether Eric will finally admit the truth. Visit our Bold and the Beautiful section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/bold-and-the-beautiful/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ And Check out our always up-to-date Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/bold-and-the-beautiful-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

You know what nobody tells you about the fertility journey? That the woman doing everything right, the one who's researched every protocol, optimised every habit, and shows up perfectly every single day, is often the most stuck. This episode is different. No blackboard. No graphics. Just Monica, her eye patches, a pile of clean laundry on a semi-dirty floor, and one of the most honest conversations she's ever had on this podcast. Because the laundry isn't about the laundry. And the fertility journey isn't about the protocols. It's about the emotion underneath all of it that you've been avoiding, again and again, because feeling it is so much harder than just doing more. In this episode Monica gets raw and vulnerable about her own buffering, her own patterns, and the four stages of awareness that actually move the needle when you've already done everything right and you're still stuck. In this episode you'll discover: The four stages of awareness that create real, lasting change in your fertility journey Why awareness and understanding alone aren't enough — and what the missing action phase actually looks like Why there is no quantum leap without first sitting in the uncomfortable emotions blocking you What clean laundry on a dirty floor has to do with your fertility (seriously) Why the Type A identity you've been glorifying is contributing to the chaos in your body How changing the emotion connected to an event literally changes your cellular reality Why most people stop just before the stage that actually shifts everything Timestamps: 00:00 — Welcome to Finding Fertility 01:02 — Why Monica is folding laundry in her pyjamas and what inspired this episode 01:59 — Why she's been buffering and struggling to articulate this next phase of her work 03:28 — The knowledge is out there — why Monica's work has had to evolve beyond information 04:20 — When clients knew more than she did and what that revealed 05:18 — Observing yourself in real time — what true awareness actually looks like 06:17 — The four major stages of this work (awareness, understanding, emotion, action) 07:43 — Why most people stop before the action phase and what that costs them 08:39 — Stop adding knowledge — start calling yourself out with grace 09:34 — The clean laundry story and why the Type A identity was running the show 10:33 — How you get through what you want to change (it's not one session) 13:55 — There is no quantum leap without sitting in the fire first 14:51 — Why the people who make it look easy spent years sitting in the uncomfortable 15:22 — It's not the laundry. It's the emotion towards the laundry. 16:16 — What happens to your stories and emotions when you actually do the work 17:10 — When quantum leaps are real and when they're bypassing 18:08 — From AIP diet prison to eating lasagna again — what actually changed 19:12 — Where to start. Right now. Today. 19:36 — Closing reflection and leave a review

Every day that I jump in the ocean and body surf the waves… I catch myself just watching the waves. Observing like the novice I am. Wave after wave after wave.Each one completely different.And I remember thinking..."Man... life is just like the ocean."Some weeks everything seems to be going your way. Smooth. Fun. Euphoric.Other weeks it feels like you're getting knocked around and just trying to keep your head above water. Chaotic. Scary. No control. Some days you're riding the wave.Some days you're swimming against the rip current.But the longer I have spent swimming out there...the more I realize something.The ocean isn't broken because it has waves. It's not somehow wrong when it's chaotic and scary.That's exactly what the ocean is supposed to do.Maybe...our lives aren't broken either.Maybe we've just forgotten that they're supposed to come in waves.And that's what I want to talk about today.Resources:Brain.fm App(First month Free, then 20% off subscription)Discount Code: coachdamiensdLinks:IG:@coachdamien_sd@damienrayevans@livinthedream_podcast YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS6VuPgtVsdBpDj5oN3YQTgFB:https://www.facebook.com/coachdamienSD/

This week we are joined by Liza Tully. Liza Tully writes the Merritt & Blunt comedy mystery series, including The Forty Year Grudge, published in June 2026. She also writes dark suspense and literary fiction under the name Elisabeth Elo and Elisabeth Panttaja Brink, with novels published in six countries, a Book of the Month Club selection, and Indie Next Pick appearances. A Brown University graduate with a PhD in American Literature from Brandeis, she has worked as a children's magazine editor, tech project manager, and halfway house counselor. She lives in Boston with her husband and their dog, Fred. In this episode, Liza shares her journey from academic scholar to novelist, revealing how her deep study of heroines in American literature shaped her character development and storytelling across multiple pen names. In this episode, Liza opens up about her creative routines, the importance of daydreaming and unstructured time, and how themes of marriage, friendship, and self-discovery weave through her work.  Recommendation From This Episode:  Harriet The Spy  Lizzie McGuire Hacks Follow Liza: @lizatullywrites Follow Carly: @carlyjmontag Follow Emily: @thefunnywalsh Follow the podcast: @aloneatlunchpod Please rate and review the podcast! Spread the word! Tell your friends!  Email us: aloneatlunch@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

THE HOMEOPATHY HEALTH SHOW The Art of Acute Prescribing & Sensory Case-Taking – A Conversation with Marcus Christo Episode Summary In this engaging and inspiring episode, we welcome Marcus Christo, one of the UK's most respected homeopaths, educators, and acute prescribing specialists. Drawing on more than three decades of clinical practice, teaching, and public service, Marcus shares the principles that have shaped his unique approach to homeopathy—from the bustling clinics of the Glastonbury Festival to educating the next generation of practitioners. This conversation explores the power of sensory perception, the importance of efficient case-taking, and how mastering acute prescribing can transform both practitioner confidence and patient outcomes. In This Episode We Explore A Journey into Homeopathy • Marcus's unexpected path into homeopathy through Great Ormond Street Homeopathic Hospital • The influence of Charles Elliott, Physician to the Queen • Early inspirations from local homeopaths and herbalists • Building a lifelong career dedicated to teaching and practice The Travelling Homeopaths Collective • The origins of the Glastonbury Festival homeopathic clinic • Treating hundreds of patients in busy festival environments • Working alongside St John Ambulance and other healthcare services • Bringing homeopathy to the public through outreach and education The Art of Sensory Case-Taking • Applying Aphorism 84 through the use of all the senses • Observing hearing, smell, taste, appearance, and behaviour during consultation • Asking open questions and allowing the patient's story to unfold naturally • Recognising key symptoms without unnecessary complexity Mastering Acute Prescribing • Why acute prescribing builds practitioner confidence • Understanding the complete disease journey • The importance of etiology and current modalities • Clinical examples demonstrating the effectiveness of acute remedies Teaching, Training & Professional Development • Educating homeopaths through practical, experience-based learning • Encouraging confidence in fast-paced prescribing situations • Supporting practitioners to simplify complex cases • Inspiring the next generation of homeopaths The Future of Homeopathy • The need to attract younger practitioners into the profession • Adapting homeopathy to modern regulations and public expectations • Raising awareness through festivals, education, and community outreach • Preserving the essence of classical homeopathy for future generations About Our Guest Marcus Christo FSHom is an internationally respected homeopath, educator, and Fellow of the Society of Homeopaths, recognised for his outstanding contribution to the profession. He is the founder of the Travelling Homeopaths Collective and has spent more than three decades teaching acute prescribing, sensory case-taking, and practical homeopathy to practitioners around the world. Known for his work at Glastonbury Festival and his dynamic teaching style, Marcus continues to inspire homeopaths through education, clinical excellence, and his commitment to making homeopathy accessible to the wider public. About the Homeopathy Health Show The Homeopathy Health Show - co-hosted and produced by Atiq Ahmad Bhatti and Naila Cheema - is the world's #1 homeopathy talk show, reaching a global audience through the UK Health Radio Network and all major podcast platforms. Atiq Ahmad Bhatti, a 4th Generation Homeopath, Teacher, Educator, and Global Ambassador for Homeopathy, is joined by Naila Cheema, an experienced Homeopath and Nutritionist. Together, they bring thoughtful conversations, expert insights, and a shared passion for holistic healing to every episode. Connect with the Hosts Atiq Ahmad Bhatti - Homeopath, Educator, Broadcaster Online: www.liketreatslike.co.uk Instagram: @like_treatslike Facebook: @liketreatslike YouTube: like_treatslike Naila Cheema - Homeopath, Nutritionist, Educator Online: https://homeopathynaila.com Instagram: @homeopathnaila Facebook: @Neeli.KC Stream Now Across All Platforms UK Health Radio: https://ukhealthradio.com/program/homeopathy-health/ Podbean: https://homeopathyhealth.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy-health-with-atiq-naila/id1715524908 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@like_treatslike/featured Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/17rSCmlPGDkiSCyHePLPFx?si=51c640498df84727 Join Our Global Community of Listeners Hosted by: Atiq & Naila Top 5% Podcast Worldwide (ListenNotes Global Ranking) #1 Global Talk Show on Homeopathy Audience in 60+ Countries Real conversations. Real stories. Real homeopathy. Unlock the power of natural remedies to restore balance and vitality. Inspiring guests, expert insights, and global voices shaping the future of holistic medicine. Tune in, stay inspired, and explore the world of homeopathy with us. Homeopathy in Practice Explore webinars, masterclasses, education, and practitioner resources at: https://homeopathyinpractice.co.uk Join our global Facebook community @homeopathyinpractice    

The Rebbe addresses questions about donating to the annual charity fund mid-year, emphasizing its inclusion from Rosh Hashanah. He stresses the importance of maintaining health as a path of serving G-d and encourages participation in the Yud-Beis–Yud-Gimmel Tammuz celebrations and daily study of Chumash, Tehillim, and… https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/017/010/6385

In this episode of Maximize Your Hunt, Jon Teater discusses various aspects of land management and habitat improvement, focusing on the principles of biomimicry. The host shares personal experiences related to property management and emphasize the importance of sunlight and functional design in creating sustainable ecosystems. The conversation highlights the need for efficient use of natural resources and the role of cooperation in nature. In this conversation, the speakers explore the intricate dynamics of nature, focusing on the balance between competition and cooperation within ecosystems. They discuss the importance of biodiversity, local expertise in managing wildlife, and the natural regulatory mechanisms that maintain ecological balance. The conversation emphasizes the need for sustainable practices in wildlife management, prioritizing quality over quantity, and understanding the limits of nature to ensure long-term ecological health. Takeaways Biomimicry involves mimicking nature's designs for better land management. Personal experiences in property management can inform effective strategies. Sunlight is crucial for the productivity of ecosystems. Nature operates on principles of efficiency and cooperation. Functional designs in nature can inspire habitat improvement techniques. Waste does not exist in nature; everything serves a purpose. Creating a self-sustaining system reduces the need for maintenance. Observing natural landscapes is essential before making design decisions. Leave natural materials in place to support future growth. Utilizing natural resources efficiently can enhance habitat quality. Cooperation among species can enhance ecosystem resilience. Diversity in planting supports a variety of wildlife. Local expertise is crucial for effective wildlife management. Natural feedback loops regulate populations and ecosystems. Quality management practices are essential for healthy wildlife populations. Understanding nature's limits is key to sustainability. Healthy ecosystems require a balance of species and resources. Diverse habitats provide food and cover throughout the seasons. Native species often require less maintenance and are more resilient. Long-term ecological health depends on respecting natural processes.   Social Links https://whitetaillandscapes.com/ https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/ https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_landscapes/?hl=en   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tired of the constant mental chatter? Feeling drained by unresolved issues and endless to-do lists? You're a high-performer, always striving for excellence. But that drive often comes with a hidden cost: a mind full of "open loops" – those nagging thoughts, unfinished tasks, and unresolved conflicts that silently steal your energy. In this powerful discussion, we dive deep into the concept of neutrality – not as indifference, but as a strategic superpower for the exhausted high-achiever. Discover how embracing neutrality can help you: Stop the energy drain: Learn to identify and close those "open loops" that keep you mentally busy and emotionally depleted. Navigate conflict with calm: Instead of reacting and escalating, find your "defining moment" to manage situations with steady, anchored presence, even when things matter deeply. Reclaim your peace and sanity: Understand how to pause, gain clarity, and avoid the knee-jerk reactions that lead to bigger problems and deeper exhaustion. Transform relationships: Discover how a neutral stance can foster understanding, prevent damage, and create space for genuine repair, even in your most challenging interactions. Unlock more solutions: See how stepping back from immediate judgment and reaction opens up a world of possibilities and empowers you to find more effective outcomes. We'll explore practical strategies like: Noticing the "surge": Identifying what triggers your emotional reactions. Questioning your "story": Challenging your ingrained beliefs about situations and people. Asking for clarity: Slowing down conversations to truly understand, rather than assume. "Eating your popcorn": Observing situations without getting emotionally entangled. If you're ready to move beyond constant reaction and cultivate a powerful inner calm that fuels your performance without burning you out, this video is for you. Learn how to be present, hear clearly, and manage yourself so you don't "give up your sanity or your peace." Don't let open loops dictate your energy. Tap into the power of neutrality and reclaim your focus, peace, and effectiveness. If this resonated, there's probably an open loop of your own worth closing. My free Close the Loop tool walks you through it in about 15 minutes — a gentle place to start.

→ Prayer Calendar→ Our book recommendationsLearning to read is one of the most pivotal milestones in a child's life—and yet, it's often clouded with pressure, comparison, and confusion. On this episode, we explore what it really means to be “reading ready” by drawing from research-backed methods, personal parenting experiences, and biblical principles. We'll help you understand how to foster early literacy in a way that honors both the child's pace and God's design. With insights on vocabulary development, phonics, phonemic awareness, comprehension, and even the fourth-grade slump, this conversation equips parents with practical tools and the reassurance to trust the process—while never losing sight of the joy of reading and the power of God's Word.Episode Highlights:[00:00:00] – Introduction: Why reading matters and how it shapes lifelong success[00:06:00] – Proven strategies for reading readiness: Language-rich environments and daily life learning[00:13:00] – Breaking down the components of reading: Phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, comprehension[00:18:00] – Understanding the fourth-grade slump: How vocabulary impacts academic success[00:25:00] – Tips for reluctant readers: Observing interests and introducing engaging materials3 Takeaways:Reading is a developmental process that unfolds naturally over time - Parents are encouraged to resist comparison and pressure, instead creating rich, contextual environments where children can grow at their own pace—supported by love, conversation, and daily experiences.Vocabulary is the single greatest predictor of long-term reading comprehension and academic success - From infancy through early elementary years, exposing children to diverse, rich language—through conversation, books, songs, poetry, and storytelling—is essential.Reading readiness is not just about decoding words. True literacy includes phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension - These components are best developed through daily living, joyful interaction, and exposure to meaningful content, especially scripture and high-quality literature.Please send us your questions if you'd like to have them discussed on the podcast: themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com

6/27/26. Five Minutes in the Word scriptures for today: Galatians 4:10. Observing Seasons and Years. Resources: biblehub.com; logos.com; Blog for this lesson: Seasons, Months, and Years Podcast website: https://www.hwscott.net/podcast.php YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@hhwscott Listen daily at 10:00 am CST on https://kingdompraiseradio.comLISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE! #MinutesWord; @MinutesWord; #dailybiblestudy #dailydevotional #Christian_podcaster #CommissionsEarned Pulpit Commentary (this is an D) https://amzn.to/40XhL83

Send us Fan MailYour greatest leadership challenge may not be staffing shortages or AI—it may be leading a multigenerational workforce with vastly different communication styles, expectations, and values. In Part 2 of Why Generations Clash at Work—And How Great Leaders Fix It, host Chris Comeaux welcomes nationally recognized generational leadership expert Karen McCullough for a practical conversation on multigenerational leadership, workplace culture, leadership communication, employee engagement, burnout prevention, organizational leadership, healthcare leadership, hospice leadership, nonprofit leadership, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence in the workplace.Discover why Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z often approach work differently—and how great leaders build trust, improve communication, strengthen workplace culture, and create high-performing teams without stereotyping employees.  Whether you lead a healthcare organization, hospice, nonprofit, or business, this episode offers actionable leadership strategies for managing generational differences while preserving authentic human connection in an increasingly digital world.In this episode you'll discover:✔ Why generations often clash at work—and how leaders can bridge the gap✔ How to build a stronger workplace culture through everyday leadership behaviors✔ Why honest feedback creates trust and improves employee engagement✔ How AI should enhance leadership—not replace human connection✔ Practical ways to reduce burnout while strengthening collaboration across generationsKaren also shares why leaders must stop putting people into generational boxes and instead focus on understanding individuals, creating psychological safety, and fostering cultures built on empathy, accountability, and trust. You'll also hear a thoughtful discussion about balancing technology with humanity, improving meetings, coaching younger employees, and creating workplaces where every generation can thrive together.If you're passionate about leadership development, workplace culture, organizational culture, emotional intelligence, healthcare management, nonprofit leadership, hospice care, employee retention, team collaboration, and the future of work, this conversation is for you.

Your greatest leadership challenge may not be staffing shortages or AI—it may be leading a multigenerational workforce with vastly different communication styles, expectations, and values. In Part 2 of Why Generations Clash at Work—And How Great Leaders Fix It, host Chris Comeaux welcomes nationally recognized generational leadership expert Karen McCullough for a practical conversation on multigenerational leadership, workplace culture, leadership communication, employee engagement, burnout prevention, organizational leadership, healthcare leadership, hospice leadership, nonprofit leadership, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence in the workplace.Discover why Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z often approach work differently—and how great leaders build trust, improve communication, strengthen workplace culture, and create high-performing teams without stereotyping employees.  Whether you lead a healthcare organization, hospice, nonprofit, or business, this episode offers actionable leadership strategies for managing generational differences while preserving authentic human connection in an increasingly digital world.In this episode you'll discover:✔ Why generations often clash at work—and how leaders can bridge the gap✔ How to build a stronger workplace culture through everyday leadership behaviors✔ Why honest feedback creates trust and improves employee engagement✔ How AI should enhance leadership—not replace human connection✔ Practical ways to reduce burnout while strengthening collaboration across generationsKaren also shares why leaders must stop putting people into generational boxes and instead focus on understanding individuals, creating psychological safety, and fostering cultures built on empathy, accountability, and trust. You'll also hear a thoughtful discussion about balancing technology with humanity, improving meetings, coaching younger employees, and creating workplaces where every generation can thrive together.If you're passionate about leadership development, workplace culture, organizational culture, emotional intelligence, healthcare management, nonprofit leadership, hospice care, employee retention, team collaboration, and the future of work, this conversation is for you.

How do you know the difference between food noise, hunger, cravings, and emotions?It's a question that becomes increasingly important as you work to build a healthier and more sustainable relationship with food.In this episode of The Food Noise Podcast, we explore the importance of noticing and naming the thoughts, feelings, cues, and emotions that influence your eating decisions. Rather than judging yourself or trying to eliminate every thought about food, this conversation encourages you to become a curious observer of your own experience.We discuss the difference between food noise and hunger cues, how cravings show up, the role emotions play in eating, and why not every thought or feeling around food is necessarily a problem. We also talk about how building awareness can help you move from feeling out of control around food to feeling more empowered in the choices you make.The goal isn't perfection.The goal is understanding.Topics Covered:• Defining food noise for yourself• Hunger cues versus food noise• Understanding cravings• Identifying emotional triggers• The skill of noticing and naming• Observing without judgment• Why food is emotional• The role of emotional eating• Building awareness around eating habits• Taking ownership of food choices• Moving away from all-or-nothing thinking• Creating a healthier relationship with foodContinue The ConversationIf you'd like to continue the conversation around food noise, join the live streams at:yourlevelfitness.com/streamThe live streams provide an opportunity to explore food noise, eating habits, emotional eating, body image, confidence, and building a forever active lifestyle that works for you.Thank you for listening to The Food Noise Podcast.The more clearly you can identify what you're experiencing, whether it's hunger, cravings, emotions, or food noise, the more empowered you'll become in making choices that align with the life and lifestyle you're trying to build.

Send us Fan MailWhy do generations often clash at work—and what can leaders do to bridge the divide? In this insightful first installment, Chris Comeaux sits down with nationally recognized generational expert Karen McCullough to explore the perspectives, experiences, and workplace expectations that shape Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z. Drawing from more than two decades of research and real-world consulting, Karen unpacks why many workplace conflicts are not personal attacks, but differences in generational perspective.Together, they examine how communication styles, views on commitment, work-life balance, feedback, technology, and leadership have evolved across generations. Karen shares practical insights for healthcare, hospice, nonprofit, and business leaders who are navigating multigenerational teams and seeking to create cultures where every generation can thrive. This conversation challenges assumptions, encourages empathy, and provides a framework for leading through one of today's most significant workplace dynamics.  Key TakeawaysGenerational workplace conflicts are often rooted in differing perspectives, not personal shortcomings or character flaws.Communication styles vary significantly across generations, creating misunderstandings around feedback, meetings, and collaboration.Generation X leaders are often balancing accountability with a growing need to coach and develop younger employees.Millennials and Gen Z have reshaped workplace expectations around purpose, flexibility, emotional intelligence, and work-life balance.Great leaders build stronger teams by understanding generational differences, adapting their leadership style, and fostering meaningful conversations.  Guest:Karen McCullough, Keynote Speaker - Generations and Workplace Trends 26 Years Speaking on and Observing the Generations in the Workplace Host:Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOS / Author of The Anatomy of LeadershipIf you're leading a team across multiple generations, this episode is a must-listen. Subscribe to TCNtalks /Anatomy of Leadership, share this episode with your leadership team, and join us for Part Two as we continue exploring practical strategies for building stronger, more connected, and more effective workplaces. Your next leadership breakthrough may begin with understanding a different perspective.The Anatomy of Leadership podcast explores the art and science of leadership through candid, insightful conversations with thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers from a variety of industries. Hosted by Chris Comeaux, each episode dives into the mindsets, habits, and strategies that empower leaders to thrive in complex, fast-changing environments. With topics ranging from organizational culture and emotional intelligence to navigating disruption and inspiring teams, the show blends real-world stories with practical takeaways. The goal is simple yet ambitious: to equip leaders at every level with the tools, perspectives, and inspiration they need to lead with vision, empathy, and impact.https://www.teleioscn.org/anatomy-of-leadership

Why do generations often clash at work—and what can leaders do to bridge the divide? In this insightful first installment, Chris Comeaux sits down with nationally recognized generational expert Karen McCullough to explore the perspectives, experiences, and workplace expectations that shape Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z. Drawing from more than two decades of research and real-world consulting, Karen unpacks why many workplace conflicts are not personal attacks, but differences in generational perspective.Together, they examine how communication styles, views on commitment, work-life balance, feedback, technology, and leadership have evolved across generations. Karen shares practical insights for healthcare, hospice, nonprofit, and business leaders who are navigating multigenerational teams and seeking to create cultures where every generation can thrive. This conversation challenges assumptions, encourages empathy, and provides a framework for leading through one of today's most significant workplace dynamics.  Key TakeawaysGenerational workplace conflicts are often rooted in differing perspectives, not personal shortcomings or character flaws.Communication styles vary significantly across generations, creating misunderstandings around feedback, meetings, and collaboration.Generation X leaders are often balancing accountability with a growing need to coach and develop younger employees.Millennials and Gen Z have reshaped workplace expectations around purpose, flexibility, emotional intelligence, and work-life balance.Great leaders build stronger teams by understanding generational differences, adapting their leadership style, and fostering meaningful conversations.  Guest: Karen McCullough, Keynote Speaker - Generations and Workplace Trends 26 Years Speaking on and Observing the Generations in the Workplace Host:Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOS / Author of The Anatomy of LeadershipIf you're leading a team across multiple generations, this episode is a must-listen. Subscribe to TCNtalks /Anatomy of Leadership, share this episode with your leadership team, and join us for Part Two as we continue exploring practical strategies for building stronger, more connected, and more effective workplaces. Your next leadership breakthrough may begin with understanding a different perspective.Teleios Collaborative Network   /   https://www.teleioscn.org/tcntalkspodcast

History gives us perspective. It reminds us that change is possible, that progress takes courage, and that the work is never truly finished. In this episode, Chad reflects on what Juneteenth means beyond the holiday itself. Freedom is at the heart of this day, but freedom looks different depending on who you are and where you come from. What does freedom mean to you? What does opportunity look like in your life right now? What does equality still need to look like? Juneteenth invites us to sit with those questions honestly. To honor the lessons left by those who came before us. To look at how other people's experiences differ from our own. And to ask ourselves what we are doing, right now, to create opportunities for the generations that come after us. This is not just a day to celebrate. It is a day to reflect, to learn, and to look forward with intention.

...with Angela Myers In this episode, Angela, an educator with 60 years of experience spanning primary, secondary, further and community education shares her thoughts on classroom observations. Having held roles from classroom teacher through to Deputy Principal at Solihull College, Angela brings a remarkable depth of knowledge to one of the most talked-about — and often dreaded — aspects of teaching: the lesson observation. Whether you're a classroom teacher who feels a knot in your stomach every time someone walks through your door with a clipboard, a middle leader tasked with observing your colleagues for the first time, or a senior leader trying to build a culture where professional learning is genuinely valued, this episode has something for you. What we cover: The history of lesson observations: Angela takes us back to the introduction of the first national inspection framework in 1992, explaining how grading and observation became intertwined from the very beginning — and why that legacy still shapes how many teachers feel about being observed today. From quality assurance to coaching: We explore how the purpose of lesson observations has shifted dramatically over the decades, moving away from a model of judgement and towards one rooted in professional dialogue, reflection and genuine improvement. What to look for when observing a lesson: Angela shares the five key areas she identified through visits to over 100 colleges, offering practical guidance for anyone stepping into an observation role for the first time. This includes why talking to students during a lesson can be one of the most revealing things an observer can do. **Observing lessons for your own development** Not all observations are about giving feedback. Angela discusses how to approach watching a colleague's lesson when your aim is to improve your own practice — including a fascinating example of the "narrative approach" as an alternative to traditional lesson objectives. How to give effective feedback: From the outstanding lesson where you're not sure what to say, to the lesson where learning has broken down entirely, Angela offers a clear framework for feedback that prioritises partnership, teacher agency and sustainable change. Professional dialogue explained: Angela unpacks the model of professional dialogue she helped develop — drawing on learning conversations and the work of Chris Argyris — and walks us through a detailed, real-world example of how it works in practice. Building a culture where observations are welcomed: Perhaps most importantly, Angela makes a compelling case for what schools and colleges look like when observation becomes an organic, ongoing part of the way everyone talks about learning — rather than an annual event to be endured.

In this solo episode, host Coleman Ayers takes listeners inside his summer training sessions, sharing four key concepts he has been refining on the court with a diverse group of players ranging from pre-draft prospects to youth athletes. Coleman frames the episode around the idea that coaching is itself a constraints-led process, as players are posed with problems, coaches are simultaneously solving their own. The result is a candid, real-time look at how practical coaching philosophy evolves through repetition, observation, and a willingness to question conventional wisdom.Coleman unpacks how fatigue changes shot mechanics at a biomechanical level and why the classic cue of "use your legs" can actually backfire. He introduces hybrid games as a solution for training groups with mixed positions, breaks down how individual constraints allow every player to work on their own specific problems within the same drill, and explores a nuanced middle ground between block and variable training — particularly useful for younger or less experienced players who need challenge without overwhelming complexity. Each concept is grounded in real examples from his sessions and connected back to broader principles of skill acquisition and the constraints-led approach.Timestamps00:00 — Welcome and summer training context 00:39 — Running sessions 4–5 hours a day and using them to experiment and problem-solve 01:34 — How coaching mirrors the constraints-led approach: finding solutions through live problems 02:34 — Fatigue shooting: preparing pre-draft players for NBA workout conditioning 03:14 — Observing how different player archetypes respond to fatigue 04:07 — Fatigue as an internal constraint that forces new technical solutions 04:56 — Tracking shot mechanics from fresh to fatigued and drawing correlations 05:57 — Why "use your legs" cue often leads to slower, less efficient shots 06:28 — Coaching cues that worked: plyometric ground contact, external focus, making the ball feel light 07:19 — Results: players adjusted technique in ways that produced more efficient power 08:02 — Using fatigue as a constraint in drills and small-sided games 08:56 — Rotation systems and movement patterns that naturally induce fatigue during shooting 09:15 — Having players get their own rebounds to keep fatigue levels up 10:00 — Hybrid games: training mixed-position groups with a 7-footer, a 16-year-old guard, and everyone in between 10:50 — How varied rosters pushed Coleman to design games that serve multiple positions simultaneously 11:42 — Ball screen games as a natural entry point for hybrid guard/big work 12:30 — Dump-off games and positioning concepts for guards and bigs 13:02 — Defining hybrid games: letting each position operate in their truest role 13:52 — When to rotate positions versus keeping players in their own role 14:20 — Credit to Thomas Iisalo's philosophy on early positional exploration 15:10 — Individual constraints: giving each player a different problem within the same game 15:47 — Half-advantage 1v1 template with three dribbles to the rim 16:21 — How individual constraints turn a shared drill into a personalized workout 17:00 — The biggest CLA growth: it's not just setting up the game, it's knowing your players 17:42 — Block vs. variable training: finding a hybrid approach for younger or newer players 18:28 — The 360-degree shooting drill as an example of a difficult-but-blocked constraint 19:11 — Why block training with high difficulty still produces variability at the micro level 20:12 — The difference between micro and macro problems in skill development 21:05 — Meeting players halfway: those who struggle to move away from block training 21:40 — Anchor shooting vs. exploration shooting and where this approach sits on that spectrum 22:18 — Examples of difficulty without full variability: quick hop-backs, decision-based footwork 22:59 — The block-to-variable spectrum and how to adjust based on athlete and context 23:31 — How all four concepts apply to younger players, not just college/pros 24:57 — Closing thoughts: try these lenses, share what you're working on, join the BAM Coaches platformResources & LinksFree Resources: https://byanymeanscoaches.com/resources BAM Coaches Platform: https://platform.byanymeanscoaches.com/#/platform Books: https://byanymeanscoaches.com/blueprint-bookKeep ListeningIf you enjoyed this episode, here are three more you'll want to check out:What Science Says About Shooting Through Fatigue The research-backed companion to this episode. Coleman digs into the biomechanics study behind why fatigue breaks down shooting mechanics — and what cues and constraints actually help players maintain their rhythm under pressure.

From the corridors of the World Bank in Washington DC to the chaotic streets of Kathmandu, we're diving deep into the untold truths of Nepal's private capital markets, the illusions of a venture ecosystem, and what it really takes to build something meaningful in a country the world keeps underestimating.    This is a conversation about conviction, and the quiet courage of coming home. Dipta Shah, who chose to trade a global career to build back in Nepal.    In the upcoming episode, we talk about: -How Nepal's so called "venture capital" market is not a venture capital market  -How "grantrepreneurs" are silently killing Nepal's startup ecosystem  -How a bootstrapped company with zero offices is quietly placing Nepali freelancers in global market and growing 100% year on year -How AI is reshaping power, opportunity, and inequality across the world -Why digital labor may become Nepal's strongest export   While the rest of the world races toward AI, infrastructure, and innovation, Nepal is running out of time to decide whether it wants to compete or simply watch from the sidelines.    Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 12:23 Careful about Quantum of Capital Raised  17:56 8–9 License Managers in Nepal 18:11 Nepal is a Private Capital Market 22:08 Why Do These Portfolio Management Services Exist? 26:50 What Nepal Can Learn from India's Startup Ecosystem 31:40 The Funding Gaps in Nepal's Startup Ecosystem 34:35 The Hidden Cost of Lack of Grant Money 45:23 How AI is Changing the Venture Capital Industry 50:48 Why AI is Making People Work More, Not Less 54:00 Nepal's Fear of Missing Out on AI 59:22 Nepal's Hidden Superpower 1:07:45 The Vision Behind Vikasa Tech 1:11:45 The State of Tech Talent Today 1:12:50 Traditional Business vs. Vikasa Tech's Approach 1:18:15 Observing the Rise of "New Nepal" in 2026 1:21:10 How Can Nepal Bring Back Ultra High Achieving Individuals back? 1:22:08 Why Successful Nepalis Want to Return Home 1:23:27 The Burning Desire to Create Impact in an Underdeveloped Country If you love reading, don't miss our newsletter on Substack Link: https://substack.com/@doersglobal?    Want to join us live in the studio as an audience member? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/xZi8yptyoxkkc6aa8    ✉ Reach out to us at partners@doersnepal.com  

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Andrea Ferrara describes using the James Webb Space Telescope to investigate a mysterious red light source initially thought to be the most distant galaxy. By observing luminosity changes over two years, he determined it is likely a rare pair-instability supernova, resulting from the explosion of a massive primordial star. (7)1919

My team the Catalina Sky Survey has pioneered searching for asteroids coming from the direction of the dark side of the moon. 

Keith Young, a co-author of, "The Teaching Strategy Handbook: 200+ Solutions for Common Classroom Challenges," explores the strategies from the book's Chapter 8, "Teacher Burnout and Stress." Keith shares the practices individual teachers can implement as well as the roles that teacher leaders, instructional coaches and administrators can play in support of teachers. The impact that effective PLCs can play is highlighted. Coaches can support teachers in exploring “circles of influence” as a way of focusing energy investment. Having options addressed throughout "The Teaching Strategy Handbook" support teacher wellbeing. Listen to Keith's earlier podcast, "Observing and Coaching Classroom Management" here.  Visit Keith's website and get in touch here.  Subscribe to the Steve Barkley Ponders Out Loud podcast on iTunes or visit BarkleyPD.com to find new episodes!

Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration, and Heavenly Heat Saunas for sponsoring this video! Get 15% off your first order of Precision Fuel & Hydration at https://visit.pfandh.com/thextramilest2026 | Get 6% off your sauna with code FLO at https://www.heavenlyheatsaunas.com/discount/FLO   Neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and bestselling author Jud Brewer talks about anxiety, race day nerves, flow state, and how to become a stronger, healthier, and happier athlete overall.   Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CqD4C-v0P3o    Chapters: 0:00 — Jud Brewer on race anxiety, sleep, and flow 1:38 — Precision Hydration Sponsorship 3:15 — Why runners experience race day nerves 6:37 — How uncertainty fuels anxiety before races 7:57 — Anxiety as a negative habit loop 13:04 — How to deal with race week nerves and sleep anxiety 16:05 — Observing thoughts instead of fighting them 19:56 — Heavenly Heat Saunas Sponsorship 21:01 — How noting practice and the senses help runners stay present 24:02 — Forest bathing, awareness, and connecting with nature 29:25 — Why trail running encourages presence 32:03 — Gratitude, prayer, and rewiring the nervous system 37:45 — How relaxed running calms the mind and body 44:05 — Making hard workouts more playful 46:10 — How to move from anxiety into flow? 52:42 — Flow inhibitors, curiosity, and letting go of self-consciousness 56:15 — How technology and social media can block flow 1:00:51 — Setting better intentions around social media 1:03:20 — Jud's advice to his younger self 1:08:35 — Breathing techniques for anxiety 1:13:28 — Where to find Jud and his work 1:14:02 — How to become a stronger, healthier, happier athlete 1:14:48 — Jud's upcoming book Going Beyond Anxiety 1:17:40 — Precision Hydration Sponsorship 1:17:58 — The Power of Being Present   Affiliate Disclosure: I may earn commissions if you purchase items via my affiliate links. "As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases." Affiliate links do not increase cost to you. Also, you do not need to use these links. You can also search for these same items in Amazon or on any search engine/shopping site of your choice and buy/research them that way.    FIND JUD: ► WEBSITE: https://drjud.com ► SUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@judbrewer      LINKS & TOOLS MENTIONED: ► Heavenly Heat Saunas (Code: FLO for 6% off): https://heavenlyheatsaunas.com ► Precision Fuel & Hydration (15% off your first order at: https://visit.pfandh.com/thextramilest2026  ► Jakob Ingebrigtsen Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQeh_Pg0Nz0  ► Unwinding Anxiety Book: https://amzn.to/43W8Ncx  ► Unwinding Anxiety Program: https://unwindinganxiety.com/  ► Going Beyond Anxiety Program: https://www.goingbeyondanxiety.com/  ► The Craving Mind: https://amzn.to/4o659Gk     YOU CAN FIND ME, FLORIS GIERMAN HERE:  ► Buy my new book Running Breakthroughs: https://geni.us/running-breakthroughs  ► My Personal Best Running Coaching Program: https://www.skool.com/personalbest ► Podcast: https://extramilest.com/podcast ► Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1329785    ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florisgierman ► Extramilest Website: https://extramilest.com   ► Path Projects Website: https://pathprojects.com   ABOUT THE EXTRAMILEST SHOW: A podcast and YouTube channel where host Floris Gierman interviews world class athletes, coaches and health experts on the topic of how to become a stronger, healthier and happier athlete. More info about our running coaching program can be found at https://www.skool.com/personalbest.    Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos: https://bit.ly/Flo-YT   #running #raceday #anxietyrelief #anxiety #marathon

Observing a religious ceremony doesn't prove we're in a right relationship with God. From his sermon series in Romans, today R.C. Sproul reminds us that God's holy law extends beyond outward appearances and examines the heart. Get R.C. Sproul's commentary on the book of Romans with your donation: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/   Live outside the U.S. and Canada? Request the Romans commentary ebook with your donation: https://www.renewingyourmind.org/global   Meet Today's Teacher:   R.C. Sproul (1939–2017) was founder of Ligonier Ministries, first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew's Chapel, first president of Reformation Bible College, and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine. Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

“My life would still be beautiful even if I never had children.” Topics Discussed • The emotional death grip many women hold during infertility • Why fear of not having children creates nervous system tension • My personal fertility journey including failed IVF and miscarriage • The moment that shifted my relationship with motherhood • Why letting go does not mean giving up on having a child • The role of fear, identity, and control in the fertility journey • How emotional attachment can impact the body and nervous system • A powerful meditation to release fear around fertility outcomes Hello Beautiful, Monica here supporting you to become the conscious mama you were born to be. Today's episode is a vulnerable one because we are talking about one of the hardest truths many women on the fertility journey cannot even say out loud. What if life could still be beautiful even if you never had children? For many women struggling with infertility, the journey slowly becomes a death grip. Every decision feels like it determines your future, every month carries the weight of hope and disappointment, and life begins to revolve around one single outcome. I know this deeply because I lived it myself during my own years of infertility, failed IVF cycles, and miscarriage. In this episode I share the quiet moment that shifted everything for me. A realization that my life would still have meaning even if motherhood never happened. Not because I stopped wanting a family, but because loosening that grip allowed my body and mind to finally breathe again. We also walk through a powerful meditation inspired by a Psych-K balance that explores both the best case and worst case life scenarios without children. Facing those fears can release the emotional tension that keeps so many women stuck in overdoing, overthinking, and constant urgency on their fertility journey. “When your entire life revolves around fertility, you quietly enter what I call infertility hell.” 02:51 The death grip many women hold during infertility 04:17 How control patterns followed me into motherhood and business 05:13 The quiet moment that shifted my fertility journey 06:51 Why many women cannot say life would be okay without children 08:05 Releasing fear and loosening attachment to outcomes 10:02 The truth about physical healing and cellular health 11:30 Introducing the meditation inspired by birth and death balances 13:25 Preparing yourself emotionally before the meditation 17:04 Activating the thymus center 19:18 Activating the hara point 21:49 Connecting the thymus center and the hara point 24:39 Remembering when the desire for a child first began 27:54 Observing your fertility journey to the present moment 31:17 Imagining the best possible life without children 35:05 Facing the deepest fears about not having children 39:24 Returning to the present moment 43:49 Processing emotions after the meditation 45:45 Integration and emotional release after the exercise Full Transcript on the Blog: https://www.findingfertility.co/blog/hardest-truth-i-faced-during-infertility-not-having-children-how-i-let-go-to-get-pregnant-naturally Let's Do This Together

 Patrick McManus on Harmony, History and Pugs [caption id="attachment_15774" align="alignleft" width="399"] Patrick McManus judging the Pug Dog Club of America National Specialty.[/caption] Host Laura Reeves sits down with pug breeder, AKC judge and artist Patrick McManus to explore the fascinating intersection of fine art, breed type and the living history of purebred dogs. The ultimate Renaissance man, McManus is known as a dedicated pug breeder and judge, as well as an incredible artist whose unique Cubist renderings of dogs are breathtaking. Purebred dogs serve as "living history," representing a specific place, people and time. As humans evolved and migrated across the globe, dogs followed and were selectively bred by people to perform specific services or to provide "pure exotic joy." Today, breeders and judges act as the curators of this ongoing historical record. For an artist and breeder like McManus, studying the history of fine arts and the history of dogs are "one and the same thing". Observing how dogs were historically depicted and bred helps artists and judges alike understand the "why" behind a breed's unique shape, ensuring they can accurately evaluate if every physical part of the dog is functioning in complete harmony. This evolution of purebreds is deeply intertwined with fine art, as historical art provides a continuous visual thread of canine development. The presence of dogs is documented everywhere from the ancient bas-reliefs of Welsh castles to the masterpieces of renowned painters. For example, Edgar Degas frequently featured Brussels Griffons—which belonged to fellow painter Mary Cassatt—in his pastels and paintings of horse races. Georges Seurat also famously incorporated dogs into his pointillist works. Sometimes, a breed's history is tied directly to other art forms, such as the Dandie Dinmont Terrier being named after a character in a novel. This visual history helps trace the lineage and geographic journey of ancient breeds. The ancient Lhasa Apso from Tibet, for instance, eventually influenced the development of the Pekingese in China. This lineage of "exotic" or brachycephalic (short-faced) breeds—which includes Pugs, Japanese Chins and Brussels Griffons—reflects generations of human selection. [caption id="attachment_15775" align="alignleft" width="495"] One of many of McManus' paintings and artworks.More topics from McManus:[/caption] From "Pug Boy" to Judge:Patrick recounts his early entry into the dog world, starting with a childhood fascination for Pointers and Setters before buying his first Pug at age 15 and earning the affectionate nickname "Pug Boy".The Artist's Eye in the Ring:Patrick explains how studying art and movement naturally translated to evaluating dogs. He discusses how the principles of Cubism and observing how pieces fit together help him assess whether a dog is moving in true harmony and balance.The Importance of Mentorship:Patrick shares his emotional gratitude for the icons of the dog show world, including "Mama" Charlotte Patterson, who took the time to mentor him when he was just a teenager starting with a pooper scooper.

Chris and Shane talk about what they like to observe when the Moon is up.

When we meditate, over time, we learn to observe our thoughts and not to get swept away by them. This meditation hopes to help the meditator re-center, re-balance into the present moment through breath.

Knowing you should redirect a client conversation is one thing. Doing it smoothly, without the client feeling like you're steering them somewhere for your own benefit... That's a different skill entirely. Over the past few weeks we've covered building a small bench of offers, reading the signals in a prospect conversation, and matching what you hear to what you have. Today I want to tackle the part that makes most writers nervous: the actual moment of the pivot. I walk through both versions — the clunky default move most writers make when they're worried about losing the work, and the three-step sequence that actually lands well. I also share a specific scenario so you can hear exactly how the language sounds in practice. What You'll Learn Why the instinctive "upsell" move lands wrong even when your instinct is right The three-step pivot sequence: mirror, name, offer How to reflect a prospect's situation back to them in a way that opens them up to a different approach What to say when you notice a strategic gap, without making the client feel corrected How to propose a smaller next step that feels like good service rather than a sales maneuver What to do when a client isn't open to being redirected at all Why the pivot is a diagnostic move, not a sales technique Key Ideas & Takeaways 1. The Default Move Lands Wrong. When most writers spot a problem with a project scope, they wait for a pause and then introduce a different offer. Even when the instinct is right, it feels like an upsell. The client came in asking for one thing and now you're selling them something else. The delivery undermines the advice. 2. Mirror First. Before naming any concern, reflect back what the prospect said in their own language — not a summary, actual words and phrases they used. This confirms you were listening and gives them a chance to hear their own situation out loud. Then pause and let them confirm or correct. 3. Name What You're Observing. Gently, without drama. Share what you've seen happen in similar situations, framed as experience rather than judgment. "I've seen that create problems down the road" lands very differently than "I think your approach is wrong." You're not telling them they're wrong. You're sharing what you've noticed. 4. Offer a Smaller Next Step. After mirroring and naming, propose a contained, lower-risk next step rather than a full alternative engagement. Frame it around the client's benefit: it makes the eventual production faster, cleaner, and more likely to work. No pressure. No lecture. The sequence is mirror, name, offer. 5. The Pivot Is a Diagnostic Move. Writers who struggle most with redirecting a conversation tend to think of it as a sales technique. It's not. It's matching what the client actually needs to the help you can actually provide. Done right, it feels like good service, because it is. 6. Sometimes It Doesn't Work. Some clients are locked in on what they asked for and won't be redirected, however gracefully you handle it. When that happens, you have a decision: take the project as scoped, or pass. But most clients respond well to honest guidance from someone who shows up as an advisor, not just an executor. Action Steps Write out the three-move sequence in your own words: mirror, name, offer. Having your own version ready makes it easier to use in the moment without it sounding scripted. Think back to a recent prospect conversation where you spotted a problem with the scope but didn't say anything. How would the mirror-name-offer sequence have changed that conversation? Practice the "name what you're observing" move in low-stakes settings first. Focus on framing it as experience ("I've seen this create problems") rather than judgment ("I think this is wrong"). Before your next discovery call, identify one scenario where you might need to redirect, and prep the language ahead of time.

What This Episode Moves Through • the moment when control starts to loosen its grip without force • how overdoing slowly fades when you stop feeding it attention • the difference between doing the work & becoming the work • why nothing needing to be fixed can feel uncomfortable at first • the quiet shift from urgency into steadiness • what it feels like to live without bracing for what's next There was a point where pushing just… stopped working. Not in a dramatic way. Not in a breakdown. Just a quiet realization that doing more wasn't creating more. That the effort, the planning, the constant adjusting… wasn't landing the way it used to. And for a moment, that felt like something was wrong. This episode sits inside that space. Not the part where everything clicks into place, but the part where the noise settles & you're left standing in something unfamiliar. Something quieter. Something that doesn't need to prove itself. It's less about what to do next & more about what happens when there is no next step waiting. Timestamps 01:03 When there is no next step 02:03 Watching control soften over time 03:01 Creating from a different place 03:57 Expanding beyond just getting pregnant 04:24 Observing patterns without turning them into problems 05:23 The urge to rush & how it shows up 05:53 A different way of standing in your life 06:22 When pressure starts to dissolve 06:51 Letting uncertainty be enough 07:20 There is no finish line Full Transcript Over on the Blog: https://www.findingfertility.co/blog/what-happens-after-you-stop-trying-so-hard-to-conceive-during-ivf-infertility  Let's Do This Together

Hosted by Chris Beckett & Shane Ludtke, two amateur astronomers in Saskatchewan who enjoy teaching astronomy classes and showing the public views through their telescopes. actualastronomy@gmail.com In this episode we read some listener emails and discuss our recent observing sessions, sketching and Shane talks about his first experience with the PiFinder.   Observing Last night. It was a nearly full Moon on May 2nd, Full Moon was May 1. How to plan? What scope(s),  New / different Gear? Would it be dark at all? Lunar analemma?  What to look at?   Pi Finder!   Cor Caroli — Canes Venatici 2 CVn — Canes Venatici 12 Com — Coma Berenices 24 Com — Coma Berenices 32 Com — Coma Berenices Iota Boo — Boötes Delta Boo — Boötes Alkalurops — Boötes   These ones aren't the best positions but are doable  Tau Leo and 83 Leo - Leo Rasalgethi and 100 Her - Her   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

Day 13 of the Minimal Mindfulness Guidance Challenge explores Observing Thoughts - a meditation that transforms your relationship with thinking. Through minimal cues, this practice invites you to watch and observe thoughts as they arise, silently naming them as "thinking," and viewing them like clouds in the sky or fish in a pond. Notice how thoughts can be charged with emotions and sensations, how they come, stay, and eventually go. This meditation cultivates the witness perspective, observing the mind without being swept away by it.

Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:23) - Reading the forward to Sean's new book (00:09:30) - What problem were you experiencing that sparked these ideas? (00:12:30) - Sean's early arrival to AI (00:23:15) - Identity (00:27:55) - Defining Apollo and Dionysus (00:34:47) - Understanding and uncertainty (00:38:26) - Tools to deal with uncertainty (00:50:27) - Tools for metabolism (01:03:25) - Ritual time and run time (01:11:30) - Building trust to have hard conversations (01:13:40) - The key pillars of the Dionysus Program (01:37:09) - Applying this thinking across organizations and life (01:45:28) - Applying Apollo/Dionysus to investing (01:57:10) - Observing the learning rate of an organization (02:03:08) - Closing thoughts Links: The Dionysus Program - https://www.dionysusprogram.com/ To support the costs of producing this podcast:  >> Buy a copy of the Navalmanack: www.navalmanack.com/  >> Buy a copy of The Anthology of Balaji: https://balajianthology.com/ >> Sign up for my online course and community about building your Personal Leverage: https://www.ejorgenson.com/leverage  >> Invest in early-stage companies alongside Eric and his partners at Rolling Fun: https://angel.co/v/back/rolling-fun >> Join the free weekly email list at ejorgenson.com/newsletter >> Text the podcast to a friend >> Or at least give the podcast a positive review to help us reach new listeners! Important Quotes from the podcast on Business and Entrepreneurship   There is no skill called “business.” Avoid business magazines and business classes. - Naval Ravikant   You have to work up to the point where you can own equity in a business. You could own equity as a small shareholder where you bought stock. You could also own it as an owner where you started the company. Ownership is really important.     Everybody who really makes money at some point owns a piece of a product, a business, or some IP. That can be through stock options if you work at a tech company. That's a fine way to start.

n this episode of Openlove101, John and Jackie Melfi reflect on a recent visit to a swingers club after returning from an extended vacation. What stood out to them most wasn't sexuality—it was the atmosphere. As they sat observing the room filled with couples socializing, laughing, and floating naturally between conversations, Jackie noticed something striking: there was an overwhelming absence of jealousy, possessiveness, or tension. The environment felt completely different from a traditional nightclub scene. Rather than rigid couple dynamics or territorial behavior, the club carried an energy of openness, relaxation, and emotional safety. Couples mingled freely, conversations flowed naturally, and nobody seemed consumed by suspicion or insecurity.   Jackie explains that many people avoid swingers clubs because they imagine them as highly sexualized, intimidating spaces full of pressure and expectations. But once inside, the reality is often far different. Most conversations revolve around ordinary life topics—travel, work, kids, relationships, hobbies, and everyday experiences. The lifestyle environment, they explain, is built much more around connection and communication than most outsiders realize. One of the central themes of the episode is compersion—the feeling of happiness when seeing your partner happy. John and Jackie discuss how this emotional mindset changes the energy inside consensual non-monogamous spaces. Instead of competition or ownership, many couples experience genuine support, trust, and emotional freedom. They also acknowledge that this comfort level doesn't happen overnight. New couples often arrive with anxiety, jealousy, and fear: "What does that guy want with my wife?" "Why is that woman touching my husband?" Those reactions are normal. But through repeated positive experiences, open communication, and exposure to respectful environments, many couples gradually begin to relax and feel secure. The episode also highlights how many long-term couples in the lifestyle develop deep empathy and emotional maturity—not just toward their own partner, but toward others around them. The atmosphere becomes less about sex itself and more about human connection, openness, and shared growth.

The Battle of Gog and Magog Ezekiel 38:1-3 “And the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, Son of man, set thy face against Gog, the land of Magog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal, and prophesy against him, And say, Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I am against thee, O Gog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal.” This chosen text from the opening verses of Ezekiel chapter 38 serves as the foundation for our exposition of the battle of Gog and Magog. The prophecy spans Ezekiel 38 and 39, two chapters that form a unified oracle delivered by the prophet during the Babylonian exile. Ezekiel, whose name means “God strengthens,” was a priest carried into captivity in 597 B.C. alongside King Jehoiachin. His ministry, spanning roughly 593 to 571 B.C., addressed both the judgment upon Judah and the future restoration of God's people.    In these chapters, the Lord shifts from messages of immediate hope and restoration (as seen in Ezekiel 36–37) to a dramatic foretelling of an end-times invasion that will demonstrate His sovereign power over the nations.    The prophecy is set explicitly “in the latter years” and “latter days” (Ezekiel 38:8, 16), pointing to a future period when Israel has been regathered to her land.   By historical geography and biblical genealogy, we understand and believe Gog to be the leader of Russia and Magog as the country itself—Russia. This aligns with a careful reading of the ancient names in light of biblical genealogy, historical geography, and etymological connections preserved in early sources.    The prophecy is not vague symbolism but a specific geopolitical forecast involving a northern power and its allies descending upon a restored Israel.  The structure of the prophecy unfolds in clear stages. Here are the pertinent details presented as bullet points in the order they appear in the biblical text, each accompanied by its primary scripture reference: The divine summons to prophesy against Gog of Magog: The Lord commands Ezekiel to set his face against “Gog, the land of Magog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal” and to declare God's opposition (Ezekiel 38:1-3).   God's sovereign control over the invasion force: The Lord declares He will “turn thee back, and put hooks into thy jaws,” drawing forth Gog and his vast army of horses, horsemen, and fully armed troops (Ezekiel 38:4).   The composition of the multinational coalition: Persia, Ethiopia, and Libya join with shield and helmet; Gomer and the house of Togarmah from the north quarters come with all their bands, along with “many people” (Ezekiel 38:5-6).   • The command to prepare for battle: Gog and his company are told to be prepared and to act as a guard for the assembled forces (Ezekiel 38:7). The precise timing of the invasion: “After many days thou shalt be visited: in the latter years thou shalt come into the land that is brought back from the sword, and is gathered out of many people, against the mountains of Israel, which have been always waste: but it is brought forth out of the nations, and they shall dwell safely all of them” (Ezekiel 38:8).   The nature and scale of the assault: The invaders ascend “like a storm” and cover the land “like a cloud,” with Gog and all his bands and many people (Ezekiel 38:9).   The evil thought that motivates the attack: At that time, thoughts will arise in Gog's mind: “I will go up to the land of unwalled villages; I will go to them that are at rest, that dwell safely, all of them dwelling without walls, and having neither bars nor gates, To take a spoil, and to take a prey…” (Ezekiel 38:10-12).   • The inquiry of observing nations: Sheba, Dedan, and the merchants of Tarshish with their young lions question the invaders' intent to seize spoil, silver, gold, cattle, and goods (Ezekiel 38:13). The confirmation of Israel's security at the time of attack: When God's people Israel dwell safely, Gog will know it (Ezekiel 38:14).   The geographic origin and military character of the force: Gog comes “from thy place out of the north parts,” with many people riding upon horses—a great company and a mighty army (Ezekiel 38:15).   • The divine purpose behind the invasion: God Himself brings Gog against His land so that “the heathen may know me, when I shall be sanctified in thee, O Gog, before their eyes” (Ezekiel 38:16). The ancient prophetic witness: God asks whether Gog is the one spoken of “in old time by my servants the prophets of Israel” (Ezekiel 38:17).   The unleashing of divine fury: When Gog comes against the land of Israel, God's fury rises; a great shaking occurs in the land (Ezekiel 38:18-19).   • The cosmic and terrestrial convulsions: All creatures shake at God's presence; mountains are thrown down, steep places fall, and every wall collapses (Ezekiel 38:20). Internal chaos and supernatural judgments: God calls for a sword against Gog throughout the mountains; every man's sword turns against his brother; pestilence, blood, overflowing rain, great hailstones, fire, and brimstone fall upon the invaders (Ezekiel 38:21-22).   The magnification of God's name: Through these acts, God magnifies and sanctifies Himself so that many nations know “that I am the Lord” (Ezekiel 38:23).     Turning to Ezekiel 39, the prophecy continues without break, detailing the complete destruction and its aftermath:   The repeated address and partial decimation: God again declares Himself against Gog and will turn him back, leaving only a sixth part, bringing him upon the mountains of Israel (Ezekiel 39:1-2).   The disarmament and slaughter of the army: God smites the bow from Gog's left hand and causes arrows to fall from his right; Gog and all his bands fall upon the mountains of Israel and are given to ravenous birds and beasts (Ezekiel 39:3-5).   Fire sent upon Magog and the isles: God sends fire on Magog and those dwelling carelessly in the isles (Ezekiel 39:6).   The sanctification of God's holy name in Israel: The Lord makes His name known in the midst of Israel and prevents further pollution; the heathen know He is “the Holy One in Israel” (Ezekiel 39:7).   The declaration that the day has come: “Behold, it is come, and it is done, saith the Lord God; this is the day whereof I have spoken” (Ezekiel 39:8).     The seven-year burning of weapons: Israel's inhabitants burn the shields, bucklers, bows, arrows, handstaves, and spears for seven years, using no wood from field or forest (Ezekiel 39:9-10).   The burial of the multitude: Gog and his multitude receive a place of graves in Israel—the valley of the passengers east of the sea, called the valley of Hamon-gog; it stops the noses of passersby (Ezekiel 39:11).   The seven-month cleansing process: The house of Israel buries them for seven months to cleanse the land; all the people participate, and men are employed continually to search and bury remains; a city is named Hamonah (Ezekiel 39:12-16).   The call to the great sacrificial feast: God commands every fowl and beast to assemble for a great sacrifice upon the mountains of Israel, to eat the flesh and drink the blood of the mighty, princes, rams, lambs, goats, bullocks, horses, chariots, and mighty men (Ezekiel 39:17-20).   The global recognition of God's glory: Through this judgment, God sets His glory among the heathen; the house of Israel knows He is the Lord their God from that day forward (Ezekiel 39:21-22).   The explanation to the nations: The heathen learn that Israel went into captivity for their iniquity, but God now hides His face no longer and pours out His Spirit upon the house of Israel (Ezekiel 39:23-29).     This ordered sequence reveals a meticulously orchestrated drama in which human aggression serves divine purpose. Let us now develop these details more fully, verse by verse and concept by concept, so that the exposition remains clear yet grounded in scholarly observation.   The opening command in Ezekiel 38:1-3 is striking in its directness. The Hebrew phrase “set thy face against” (sim paneyka) is a technical prophetic expression used elsewhere in Ezekiel to denote focused opposition (see Ezekiel 4:3; 6:2).    Gog is not merely a title but the personal name of the leader; Magog is the land—identified here as Russia. Scholarly support for this draws first from Genesis 10:2, where Magog appears in the Table of Nations as a son of Japheth.      The first-century Jewish historian Flavius Josephus explicitly links the descendants of Magog to the Scythians, a fierce nomadic people inhabiting the region north of the Black Sea and Caucasus Mountains—the very territory that became southern Russia.    Early Greek writers such as Hesiod (7th century B.C.) made the same identification. The phrase “chief prince of Meshech and Tubal” further specifies the geographic origin.    The Hebrew “nasi rosh” is best rendered “prince of Rosh,” where “Rosh” is widely understood by many expositors as an ancient designation for the people who later became known as Russians (the name “Rus” appearing in 10th-century sources). Meshech and Tubal, also Japhethite descendants, are associated with regions that later developed into areas around Moscow and Tobolsk.    Thus, the leader Gog emerges from the far northern power of Russia, heading a coalition that includes ancient names now corresponding to modern Iran (Persia), parts of Africa (Ethiopia/Cush and Libya/Put), and northern allies (Gomer and Togarmah, often linked to regions in modern Turkey).     God's control is absolute: “I will put hooks into thy jaws” (Ezekiel 38:4).    This vivid metaphor, drawn from ancient Assyrian and Egyptian practices of leading captives with hooks through the lip or nose, underscores that even the most powerful ruler moves only at the sovereign direction of the Lord.  The army is described with military precision—horses, horsemen, bucklers, shields, swords—reflecting the cavalry-heavy forces of ancient northern steppe peoples, yet the language accommodates any future mechanized equivalent. The coalition's preparation (Ezekiel 38:7) is ironic; they ready themselves, yet they are merely instruments.   The timing is critical and repeated for emphasis: “in the latter years” and “latter days” (Ezekiel 38:8, 16).    Israel must first be “brought back from the sword” and “gathered out of many people” to dwell “safely” on the mountains once waste (Ezekiel 38:8).    This regathering, described in Ezekiel 36–37 as a national resurrection, has its modern counterpart in the return of the Jewish people to their ancestral land. At that moment of apparent security—unwalled villages, no bars or gates (Ezekiel 38:11)—Gog conceives an “evil thought” of plunder.    The motive is economic and strategic: spoil, prey, cattle, goods, silver, and gold (Ezekiel 38:12-13). Observing merchant nations (Sheba, Dedan, Tarshish) question but do not intervene, highlighting the isolation of the attack.   The invasion route is unmistakable: “out of the north parts” (Ezekiel 38:15; 39:2). In biblical geography, “the north” (tsaphon) frequently denotes the direction of ultimate threat (Jeremiah 1:14; 4:6), and from Israel's perspective, the extreme north aligns precisely with Russia's latitude. The force is massive—“a cloud to cover the land” (Ezekiel 38:9, 16)—emphasizing overwhelming numbers.   Yet the true actor is the Lord Himself. He brings Gog against His land precisely “that the heathen may know me” (Ezekiel 38:16). The prophecy echoes earlier oracles (Ezekiel 38:17), indicating this event fulfills long-standing warnings. When the attack begins, divine fury erupts (Ezekiel 38:18).      The “great shaking” (ra'ash) is both literal earthquake and cosmic upheaval (Ezekiel 38:19-20), reminiscent of theophanies at Sinai and in the prophets. Internal confusion turns the invaders' weapons against themselves (Ezekiel 38:21), while supernatural plagues—pestilence, blood, rain, hailstones, fire, and brimstone—complete the rout (Ezekiel 38:22). The purpose is unambiguous: “Thus will I magnify myself, and sanctify myself; and I will be known in the eyes of many nations” (Ezekiel 38:23).   Chapter 39 intensifies the judgment. Only a sixth part survives the initial onslaught (Ezekiel 39:2). The army falls on Israel's mountains and open field, becoming food for birds and beasts—a reversal of the sacrificial imagery used against Israel earlier in the book (Ezekiel 39:4-5). Fire falls on Magog itself and the “isles” (coastal or distant lands), signaling global repercussions (Ezekiel 39:6). Israel's seven-year burning of weapons (Ezekiel 39:9-10) and seven-month burial operation (Ezekiel 39:11-16) portray the totality of victory and the thorough cleansing of the land. The valley of Hamon-gog (“the multitude of Gog”) and the city Hamonah become monuments to the defeat. The great sacrificial feast (Ezekiel 39:17-20) echoes the language of Isaiah 34 and Revelation 19, portraying the invaders' destruction as a divine banquet for creation.   The theological climax is restoration and recognition. Israel knows the Lord is their God from that day forward (Ezekiel 39:22), and the nations understand the reason for past captivity and the reality of present divine intervention (Ezekiel 39:23-29). The outpouring of the Spirit seals the renewal.   In summary, this prophecy reveals the Lord's absolute sovereignty over history. A Russian-led coalition, drawn irresistibly southward in the latter days against a restored and apparently secure Israel, meets catastrophic judgment on the mountains of Israel. The event is not the final battle of history (that occurs later, after a thousand years, in Revelation 20:7-9), but a distinct pre-millennial demonstration that the God of Israel alone is Lord.    The details—names, geography, timing, motives, and judgments—cohere with remarkable precision when read in their plain, grammatical-historical sense. The prophecy calls every reader to recognize the God who controls nations, judges evil, and restores His people.        It stands as both warning and comfort: no alliance, however vast or northerly, can thwart the purposes of the Almighty.

THE NEW YORK OBSERVER — “I finally went up to Graydon and I said, ‘Hey, you know, I know you like me. I know you wanted me to be here, but I can also do covers.'” • • • That's today's guest, Mark Seliger. He's the same Mark Seliger who, at the moment of this exchange with Vanity Fair editor Graydon Carter, had already shot over 180 covers for Rolling Stone, where he was the chief photographer from 1992-2002. Seliger had been heavily recruited by GQ and Vanity Fair to move to Condé Nast. But, as he learned, the days of being Fred Woodward's go-to image maker were over. Once again, he was the new guy. And he saw an opportunity to reinvent himself. Fortunately, reinvention is Seliger's middle name. (Well, it's really Alan, but you get what we mean). For example: Seliger grew up in rural Texas, but decides to go big and moves to New York City to get into the magazine business. Reinvention #1. He gets early work at business magazines like Manhattan, Inc. In short time his portraiture lands him a few plum assignments at Rolling Stone. Reinvention #2. Unforgettable shoots and an immediate connection with Woodward lands him the title of chief photographer, and he picks right up where the legendary Annie Leibovitz leaves off. Reinvention #3. His exposure at Rolling Stone leads Seliger (along with his pal Woodward) to directing music videos for A-listers like Lenny Kravitz and Courtney Love, and Gap commercials with LL Cool J and Missy Elliott. Reinvention #4. When Covid hits, and publishing effectively shuts down, he pivots to documentary photography and produces an epic portfolio of an empty and still New York City that becomes the book, The City That Finally Sleeps. Reinvention #5. And somewhere in the middle of all of this, Reinvention #6: Seliger starts writing songs in his free time, and then forms the band Rusty Truck. And at the moment Seliger is reminding Graydon Carter that he knows his way around a cover shoot, Rusty Truck releases its first album, Luck's Changing Lanes, which is produced by Lenny Kravitz, Gillian Welch, Willie Nelson, Dave Rawlings, Sheryl Crow, T-Bone Burnett, and Bob Dylan. That's a lot. A whole lot. But for Seliger, it's all of a piece. Photography, music, work, life. He says it's all about following your curiosity. Observing. Not just looking but seeing. “For me,” he explains, “it's all about storytelling—the storytelling in photography translated well into the storytelling of songwriting. And that exploration leads you to do something that you'd never done before.” That's the story of his life. — This episode is made possible by our friends at Commercial Type and Freeport Press. A production of Magazeum LLC ©2021–2025

5. Economic Observations in Lancaster County and DC Guest: Jim McTague Jim McTague reports on tariff impacts slowing business at Costco and local layoffs, while observing heavy construction activity around the White House and high occupancy at the Army Navy Club in Washington. 51900 LA CAR BARN

Today's Scripture passages are Deuteronomy 11 | Deuteronomy 14:1-21 | Deuteronomy 16:1-8 | Romans 13 - 14.(Please note Romans 14:6 should read, "The one who observes the day does it for the Lord. The one who eats, eats for the Lord because he gives thanks to God, and the one who abstains from eating abstains for the Lord, and he gives thanks to God.")Read by Christina Edmondson.Get in The Word with Truth's Table is a production of InterVarsity Press. For 75 years, IVP has published and created thoughtful Christian books for the university, church, and the world. Our Bible reading plan is adapted from Bible Study Together, and the Bible version is the New English Translation, used by permission.SPECIAL OFFER | As a listener of this podcast, use the code IVPWORD40 for 40% off and free shipping on any IVP resource mentioned in this episode at ivpress.com.Additional Credits:Song production: Seaux ChillSong lyrics written by: Seaux Chill, Ekemini Uwan, and Christina EdmondsonPodcast art: Kate LillardPhotography: Shelly EveBible consultant: JM SmithSound engineering: Podastery StudiosCreative producers: Ekemini Uwan and Christina EdmondsonAssistant producer: Christine Pelliccio MeloExecutive producer: Helen LeeTo reach the IVP podcast team, please use this form.Disclaimer: The comments, views, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and/or the guests featured on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of InterVarsity Press or InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.

ABOUT THE EPISODEListen in as Trent Hunter and Stephen Wellum interview David Schrock on his COA Longform essay, "On the Third Day: Seeing Resurrection from Beginning to End"SponsorThis month's sponsor: Indianapolis Theological Seminary (indysem.org).For men interested in pastoral training, take a look at the Shepherd's Fellowship. This church-embedded, pastorally-mentored, fully-funded MDiv is beginning Fall 2026.For more information, check out indysem.org/shepherdsfellowship.Timestamps00:32 – Intro03:05 – Resurrection in the New Testament05:40 – Where Can We Start With the Pattern of Resurrection?08:16 – The List of the Third Day Patterns11:30 – Observing the Creation Patterns in the Days of Genesis14:35 – What Should We See in Day 2?19:12 – The Type of the Third Day Starts in Day 3 of Creation23:20 – Pauline Thought Linked to Creation26:26 – Creation Provides the Foundation for New Creation30:08 – John 2 & the Third Day35:04 – Textual Warrant and Allegory40:42- Closing Thoughts and OutroResources to Click“On the Third Day: Seeing Resurrection From Beginning to End” – David Schrock“From Slight Peg to Cornerstone to Capstone: The Resurrection of Christ on ‘the Third Day' according to the Scriptures,” – Stephen Dempster“Raised on the Third Day according to the Scriptures”: Resurrection Typology in the Genesis Creation Narrative” – Nicolas P. Lunn“Creation & Covenant: Genesis 1-3” – Occoquan Bible Church“The First Day of the Lord (Genesis 3): Seven Reasons the Fall Occurred on the Seventh Day” – David SchrockTheme of the Month: Resurrection in the Old TestamentGive to Support the WorkBooks to ReadGenesis 1–11, Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture – Andrew Louth and Marco ContiMatthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole Bible, Vol. 1 – Matthew Henry“Typology,” in Dictionary of the New Testament Use of the Old Testament – eds. G.K. Beal, D.A. Carson, Benjamin L. Gladd, and Andrew David NaselliLeviticus (NAC) – Mark F. Rooker

“Do you get naked before you go into the store… or after you walk in?” JB and Sandy dive headfirst into “naked season”

5. Guest: Jim McTague. McTague reports on the economic climate in Lancaster County, observing light city foot traffic and high commercial rents. He discusses how rising gasoline prices affect small businesses and seniors on fixed incomes. The segment concludes with a look at the local fishing season and McTague's interactions with the Amishcommunity. 51600

Alex Udermann is a fifth-generation farmer from Minnesota who operates a dairy farm alongside his brother, parents, and wife. He began his career farming full-time immediately after high school and currently manages a diverse operation that includes milk cows, steers, and row crops. Facing significant financial struggles and equity erosion in 2016, Alex transitioned the farm toward regenerative practices to ensure the operation's future survival and profitability. Today, the farm is 100% no-till and incorporates cover crops, nutrient management plans, and large-scale composting. Alex uses advanced technology like drones for interseeding and foliar feeding to mimic natural processes he cannot achieve through traditional grazing. Driven by a passion to help others avoid the costly mistakes he encountered, he serves as a mentor for the Minnesota Soil Health Coalition, where he shares his experiences with other producers through field days and educational panels. In this episode, John and Alex discuss: The financial challenges and equity erosion that forced the farm to change its management style Alex's experiences dealing with unsupportive banks and traditional agronomy managers during his transition How the farm successfully moved to no-till soybeans using a small investment in existing equipment The dramatic reduction in veterinary expenses and improvements in livestock health following soil health changes Observing massive improvements in water infiltration compared to neighboring conventional fields after heavy rains The use of drones and compost extracts to increase fungal levels and biological diversity in the soil Additional Resources To learn more about Alex and his farm, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/al.and.krissy/ To learn more about the work of the Minnesota Soil Health Coalition, please visit: https://www.mnsoilhealth.org/ About John Kempf John Kempf is the founder of Advancing Eco Agriculture (AEA). A top expert in biological and regenerative farming, John founded AEA in 2006 to help fellow farmers by providing the education, tools, and strategies that will have a global effect on the food supply and those who grow it.  Through intense study and the knowledge gleaned from many industry leaders, John is building a comprehensive systems-based approach to plant nutrition – a system solidly based on the sciences of plant physiology, mineral nutrition, and soil microbiology.  Support For This Show & Helping You Grow Since 2006, AEA has been on a mission to help growers become more resilient, efficient, and profitable with regenerative agriculture.  AEA works directly with growers to apply its unique line of liquid mineral crop nutrition products and biological inoculants. Informed by cutting-edge plant and soil data-gathering techniques, AEA's science-based programs empower farm operations to meet the crop quality markers that matter the most.  AEA has created real and lasting change on millions of acres with its products and data-driven services by working hand-in-hand with growers to produce healthier soil, stronger crops, and higher profits.  Beyond working on the ground with growers, AEA leads in regenerative agriculture media and education, producing and distributing the popular and highly-regarded Regenerative Agriculture Podcast, inspiring webinars, and other educational content that serve as go-to resources for growers worldwide.  Learn more about AEA's regenerative programs and products: https://www.advancingecoag.com  

Do you feel stuck? Have people told you all you need to do is let go? Have you been shamed by others because you find it hard to stop thinking about how a narcissistic parent has wounded you? Do you ruminate, and find yourself clinging to old memories, plagued by negative self talk? Are you codependent, a people pleaser, who finds it hard to let go, even when you know you should walk away? If so, this episode is for you. Inside you will learn Lisa A. Romano's 3 step metacogntive process that teaches her private clients and members of her conscious healing circle, inside the Breakthrough Warrior Membership. These are also the types of logic and neurological based trainings she offers those within her coaching courses. Today, she shares her insights with those in her podcast community in the hopes of inspiring them to believe that the power to change and heal their lives has been within them all along.  But, here's the thing. The power is not in action. It is in metacognition. It's in a particular type of controlled, conscious repetition, that allows for the brain to edit and rewire itself in real time.  Sound interesting? You know it does! And if you are someone who feels stuck, but you ache for joy, emotional freedom and total authenticity, Lisa's work offers a pathway through the muck of the past.  0:00 Introduction--what reframing what letting to actually means 5:00 defining letting go through the lens of metacognition 6:26 Step One-accepting the external reality (fact gathering) 9:21 Step Two-accepting the internral reality (data observation) 11:00 When your self identity is crushed as a child 16:00 The codependent approval seeking pattern  17:00 The power of self editing and somatic release 17:40 Step 3-the Metacognitive shift from lack to gratitude 18:01 Holding pain and gratitude simultaneously--creates internal balance 18:40 Childhood trauma symptoms to be observed not identified with 19:39 Observing the toxic patterns of negative self talk 20:12 The Gremlins of stinking thinking 20:26 The metacognitive shift using gratitude as a tool for balance 21:43 Emotional freedom explained 23:04 Stinking thinking explained 23:36 The future of childhood trauma recovery (metacognition/neuroplasticity) 24:45 Metacognitive exercise to help you shift 26:13 Seek the shift 27:14 Muscle memory and emotional recovery go hand in hand 27:32 Letting Go reframed as a mental resilience exercise 28:00 Repetition, why its necessary 28:80 The Wizard of OZ comparison; Dorothy had the power with her all along 30:19 Refuse to allow trauma to control your life 31:46 The 12 Week Breakthrough Coaching Program--your next steps This episode will help you understand the power of a consciously controlled mind, which will help with emotional regulation, and emotional freedom, specifically for those suffering from childhood emotional neglect, codependency, low self worth, people pleasing, and the repeating of toxic relationship cycles.  ✨ Learn more about my work and resources: here ✨ Explore the 12 Week Breakthrough Coaching Program: here Topics: healthy boundaries, boundary guilt, people pleasing recovery, codependency healing, self abandonment, fear of rejection, emotional conditioning, inner critic, childhood trauma patterns, adult children of dysfunctional families, nervous system safety, relationship anxiety, self healing, codependency, codependency recovery, self recovery, metacognition, personal growth, self growth, selfhelp, mental health tips, lisa a romano, narcissistic abuse recovery, codependency recovery,   

What if the weekends are the reason your progress keeps slipping?Ethan sits down with Paige Dorian to break down why unstructured weekends can derail even the most disciplined routines. He shares practical strategies for maintaining consistency, from planning meals ahead of time to navigating social events, travel, and family obligations without losing momentum. Ethan also challenges the idea that weight loss is just about willpower, reframing it as a matter of structure and preparation.If you're serious about staying on track long term, this conversation will shift how you approach your weekends.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Introduction00:46 Why weekends derail progress01:14 Creating structure for weekends03:31 Travel, disruption, and planning ahead05:17 Meal prep and staying consistent06:44 Weight is a result, not the problem09:43 Observing how others actually eat12:30 The myth of a slow metabolism15:35 Addressing the real root of weight gain17:41 Handling social events and weekends20:30 Taking breaks from triggering habits23:44 Managing busy schedules with kids27:18 Planning ahead vs reacting in the moment29:18 Weekend stress and increased hunger30:34 Getting back on track after slipping Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8. Observing Comet Nuclei and the Outer Planets Guest: Bob Zimmerman Summary: Astronomers witness a rare reversal in a comet's rotation as its nucleus sublimates. Zimmerman reviews new imagery of Saturn and Neptune, arguing for more orbiters to explore the solar system's significant "gaps". (8)2013 VIKING