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Historian and journalist Molly Worthen explores the mysterious and potent force of charisma, and its power to shape American identity, culture, politics, and religion. She explains how storytelling, transcendence, and authority are used by America's most charismatic leaders. Drawing on her new book Spellbound: How Charisma Shaped American History from the Puritans to Donald Trump, Worthen shares how charismatic authority reveals deep human desires for meaning, agency, and transcendence. The conversation explores themes of vulnerability, spiritual hunger, religious disaffiliation, and the evolving nature of belief and belonging in modern society. Worthen unpacks the often-overlooked distinction between charisma and charm or celebrity, examining the role of storytelling in cultivating authority and devotion. She also shares how researching this subject intersected with her own spiritual journey, culminating in her recent conversion to Christianity. Key Moments Molly Worthen discusses her latest book, *Spellbound.* Charisma: a relational, story-driven phenomenon, not mere charm or celebrity Our religious impulse persists despite declining traditional affiliation Worthen's personal spiritual journey: from intellectual agnosticism to Christian faith while writing the book Donald Trump's narrative charisma and religious-political appeal examined in depth Human longing for transcendence and meaning as the root of charismatic power Episode Highlights “Evangelism is just telling people what happened to you.” “The heart of charisma is the leader's ability to tell a story… that does a better job at explaining the chaos and the suffering.” “We want the comfort of knowing that some force larger than us is ultimately in charge—and yet we also seek agency.” “I came to realize I was writing a book that was fundamentally about spiritual hunger—and that I myself had that hunger too.” “Authenticity as a personal style has no necessary relationship with honesty.” “We kid ourselves if we think more sources solve the mystery of charisma—reality is an asymptote we never perfectly reach.” About Molly Worthen Molly Worthen is Associate Professor of History at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, specializing in North American religion, politics, global Christianity, and the history of ideas. She is a contributing writer for The New York Times and author of several books, including Apostles of Reason and The Man on Whom Nothing Was Lost. Her most recent book is Spellbound: How Charisma Shaped American History from the Puritans to Donald Trump. Show Notes Authority—who should we listen to? Internal battles within American evangelicalism The definition of charisma and its distinction from charm, celebrity, and power Charisma: “ the allure in a leader that gives him or her the power to move a crowd that is premised on a relationship. … you need two parties at least. It's not solely a quality of fluorescence that shines out from the individual without other people to interact with it.” The leader's ability to tell a story that explains the audience's experience of life Paradoxical quality: we want our decision to make a difference in our fate, but we also want some being or force larger than us to make it all okay. “ It's not just about looking at the one who is the special anointed one, but it's that somehow through that person, I too, or we too, see ourselves more clearly.” Special revelation and stories of experiencing God in particular ways “Capturing the ineffable” Role of charismatic leaders in American religious and political life Impact of Joseph Smith, Anne Hutchinson, JFK, and Adlai Stevenson Why institutional religion no longer captures spiritual impulse for many Americans Storytelling as the essence of charismatic authority Evolution of American individualism and the cult of authenticity How mass media, trauma, and cultural crises shape charismatic influence Coming to terms with the limits of your “source base”—”Reality is an asymptote.” “It's that sort of transcendent storytelling ability that is the heart of charisma.” Mormonism and the charisma of Joseph Smith Leaders like JFK and Adlai Stevenson offered different models of modern charisma “So much of my book is really about the fortunes of established institutions in American culture because charismatic figures always define themselves vis-a-vis institutions.” Routinizing charisma (cf. Max Weber) “The gap or the consistency between what our subjects are, are thinking and intending consciously and what they actually do.” Intuition vs analysis—steeping in cultural milieu and operating out of personal life experiences The Puritan heretic, Anne Hutchinson “Very few humans are out and out cynics.” Charismatic figures aren't always attractive or eloquent—they resonate through meaning-making “ The religious impulse is finding a place to land other than organized religion.” Protestant roots of American consciousness tied to authority and self-discovery Humanist psychology and positive thinking “The age of the gurus” Charisma and Contemporary Politics: Donald Trump Trump's story of victimhood, self-made success, and defiance of institutions as a charismatic myth Trump's stream-of-consciousness style perceived as authenticity by many followers. “For example, his rambling stream of consciousness, speaking style that actually is a core, is core to his appeal, I think for many Trump supporters because it comes across as a kind of authenticity—as a willingness to tell it how it is and speak off the top of his head. And authenticity as a personal style has no necessary relationship with honesty in terms of correspondence to, you know, empirically verifiable facts.” The alignment between his narrative and the prosperity gospel ”While Donald Trump is no one's idea of an Orthodox Christian, he grew up in Norman Vincent Peale's Church in New York City, Marble Collegiate Church, hearing the Prosperity Gospel, the gospel of positive thinking.” ”I think Trump has a, has a really acute spiritual instinct for. That picture of reality one in which we can really reshape reality with our minds.” Early support from independent charismatic church networks shaped his rise. Importance of positive thinking theology (e.g., Norman Vincent Peale) in his spiritual instincts. “I suppose I was about two thirds of the way through the rough draft of this book when I was rudely interrupted by the Holy Spirit. I have always studied Christianity as a very sympathetic and, frankly, envious outsider and never was entirely happy with my agnostic fence sitting, but also wasn't actively looking to resolve my metaphysical questions.” “ I've always had this conviction that humans are fundamentally religious creatures and they have this impulse to connect to a transcendent source of meaning to worship.” “I came to realize that I was writing a book that was fundamentally about spiritual hunger and how humans cope with it. But that I myself had had that hunger as well—that I'm not immune to that feature of the human dilemma.” “We want to be pulled into something transcendent, where we are more fully ourselves.” Praying for a mystical experience—at least being “strangely warmed” ”God had already done something to my desires—I was walking in the direction of Jesus already.” “ I always see every kind of historical problem as somehow having to do with contesting visions of human nature.” “There's this silly misconception that Christianity is intellectually stultifying—that to become a orthodox, traditional Christian is to shut off all kinds of questions and accept a black and white way of thinking. And that has not been my experience.” Research project on miracles “ Evangelism is just telling people what happened to you.” Conversion was driven by rigorous academic inquiry into the resurrection and New Testament Experience echoed themes in the book: story, vulnerability, and being seen Her analysis: “God had already done something to my desires before the arguments convinced me.” Post-conversion excitement about theological study, healing, and miracles Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment Magazine and Fuller Seminary.

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3582: Kathy Robinson explores the transformative power of paradoxical thinking as a tool for navigating today's complex, often divisive world. By embracing a both/and mindset instead of binary either/or thinking, we open ourselves to deeper understanding, reduced emotional reactivity, and more peaceful, creative decision-making. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://athenawellness.com/blog/2022/4/1/the-art-of-holding-paradox Quotes to ponder: "The practice of considering a both/and view doesn't ask that we agree with opposing views, but it does ask us to allow the space for multiple experiences, opinions, and possibilities." "Paradoxical thinking gives us the opportunity to approach our challenges from different angles instead of one perspective for a deeper understanding and more inclusive resolution." "What we find when we hold a paradox is that what's on the other side is insight." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3582: Kathy Robinson explores the transformative power of paradoxical thinking as a tool for navigating today's complex, often divisive world. By embracing a both/and mindset instead of binary either/or thinking, we open ourselves to deeper understanding, reduced emotional reactivity, and more peaceful, creative decision-making. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://athenawellness.com/blog/2022/4/1/the-art-of-holding-paradox Quotes to ponder: "The practice of considering a both/and view doesn't ask that we agree with opposing views, but it does ask us to allow the space for multiple experiences, opinions, and possibilities." "Paradoxical thinking gives us the opportunity to approach our challenges from different angles instead of one perspective for a deeper understanding and more inclusive resolution." "What we find when we hold a paradox is that what's on the other side is insight." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ALERT THE PRESSES.You can make a body of work that reveals you to be an unpredictable genius pop star at age 42, if you so choose.Do you so choose?If this is the year you want to stop grinding against the rickety machine that someone else built and always breaks down right before you're supposed to get paid…and instead you want to heroically hurdle yourself into space at rocket-speed toward your biggest goals like Matt Damon launching himself off Mars in nothing but a spacesuit and a tarp…Then you'll need to make a paradoxical move.What's a Paradoxical Move?A paradoxical move is, as Michelle Pellizzon Lipsitz explains in this week's episode, an intentional break in the pattern of your personal thinking. It's going left when you'd usually go right.But it's not a grind. And it's not random. It's actually fast and somewhat effortless, super strategic and exceptionally fun.I wanted to talk with Michelle about this because she introduced me to this concept back in 2021, and there's literally no one smarter I could ask to explain it to me.Michelle isn't just the founder of Holisticism or the host of The Twelfth House or the creator of SPACIES or the brain behind sublimatrix — a Matrix of Destiny cipher or a consultant that offers incredible status quo-changing experiences to her clients.After almost a decade of running a very profitable company, she could sit back and let the hits keep coming. But instead, she's soon going to UCLA to pursue her PhD.So truly, there is no one better with whom I could ask about making unknowable, unexpected, and career-intensifying moves than Michelle.In this episode, we discuss:* The spectrum of age and how it changes your understanding of the creative process* The way independent artists can use institutions as a way to make their body of work at a faster rate* Infinite Games vs. Finite Games (thanks Yancey Strickler & Joshua Citarella for the inspo there!)* How to discern what you think is cool when you feel indoctrinated by the culture* How to become more unknowable and more unpredictable and evade AI from co-opting your brain* And how to use paradoxical moves in your career to find way more opportunities and get where you want to go much fasterThe episode vibe is as follows:MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3582: Kathy Robinson explores the transformative power of paradoxical thinking as a tool for navigating today's complex, often divisive world. By embracing a both/and mindset instead of binary either/or thinking, we open ourselves to deeper understanding, reduced emotional reactivity, and more peaceful, creative decision-making. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://athenawellness.com/blog/2022/4/1/the-art-of-holding-paradox Quotes to ponder: "The practice of considering a both/and view doesn't ask that we agree with opposing views, but it does ask us to allow the space for multiple experiences, opinions, and possibilities." "Paradoxical thinking gives us the opportunity to approach our challenges from different angles instead of one perspective for a deeper understanding and more inclusive resolution." "What we find when we hold a paradox is that what's on the other side is insight." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesus, the Paradoxical King. Matthew 21: 1-11. April 13, 2025. Chad Reeves.

Life is full of contradictions, the more we push for success, the more resistance we face. The more we act with kindness, the more we may be questioned. In this session, I explored how embracing these paradoxes can fuel personal and professional growth. Instead of letting doubt, criticism, or external expectations derail us, we can use them as opportunities to strengthen our purpose, commitment, and resilience. By staying true to our values, navigating skepticism confidently, and recognizing that success and challenges go hand in hand, we create a life filled with meaning and impact. To join my next free Friday Training sessions, email me at david@dmeltzer.com

Amalek: Heresy &the Paradoxical Reconciliation of Yediah/Divine Knowing & Bechira/Free Choice. PURIM

Send us a textThe episode dives into the complex duality of Noam Chomsky as a linguist and an activist, revealing the schism between his scientific work and political beliefs. Through insights from Dr. Chris Knight, listeners explore how Chomsky's theories, while revolutionary, risk disconnecting from social context and the critical implications this has for understanding human communication. Join us for a compelling conversation with Dr. Chris Knight, author of "Decoding Chomsky," as we explore the fascinating duality of Noam Chomsky's life as both a groundbreaking linguist and an unwavering political activist• Exploration of Chomsky's linguistic theories versus his political activism • Discussion on the military influence in Chomsky's academic career • Components of Chomsky's work that neglect social interaction • Analysis of the implications of universal grammar • Importance of gender dynamics in linguistic discourse • Reflection on the separation of language as a tool versus a social construct • Relevance of Chomsky's legacy in contemporary sociopolitical contexts Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf

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Father Roger J. Landry Leonine Forum New York City Chapter IESE Business School, New York Thursday after Ash Wednesday March 6, 2025 Dt 30:15-20, Ps 1, Lk 9:22-25   To listen to an audio recording of this homily, please click below:  https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/catholicpreaching/3.6.25_Homily_1.mp3   The following points were attempted in the homily:  Throughout Lent, we focus first and […] The post Making the Choice of the Paradoxical Path to Life, Thursday after Ash Wednesday, March 6, 2025 appeared first on Catholic Preaching.

This passage shows us that Jesus is a paradoxical King who wins through losing, and calls us to a paradoxical life of serving Him.

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Cullen Roche calls President Trump a "master" at using tariffs as a negotiating tool but questions the goal he's using them for. He says the U.S. has a decreasing reliance on its manufacturing industry, one of the goals behind Trump's tariffs. Cullen warns that they will heighten tension between the U.S. and allies that risks future trading. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6D Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribe Download the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185 Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7 Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watch Watch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-explore Watch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/ Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Thanks to Eilee and Alexis for their suggestions this week, two amazing frogs! Further reading: Paradoxical frog: The giant tadpole that turns into a little frog Fungus is wiping out frogs. These tiny saunas could save them. How to build a frog sauna The paradoxical frog [photo by Mauricio Rivera Correa - http://calphotos.berkeley.edu, CC BY-SA 2.5, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=6703905]: The Vietnamese mossy frog [photo by H. Zell - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=81804225]: Show transcript: Welcome to Strange Animals Podcast. I'm your host, Kate Shaw. Let's start 2025 off right with an episode about frogs! Thanks to Alexis and Eilee for their suggestions. Let's start with Eilee's suggestion, the paradoxical frog. The paradoxical frog is a type of tree frog that lives in South America. Like other frogs, it likes ponds and shallow lakes. Some individuals are green and some are brown, and a frog may have darker stripes or splotches, or might just be plain. The tadpoles eat algae and other tiny food, while the adults eat insects. As with most frogs, the paradoxical frog hatches into a larval stage called a tadpole or pollywog, which is fully aquatic. It later metamorphoses into its adult form as a frog. Most tadpoles start out very small and grow larger, then metamorphose into a juvenile frog which then grows to fully adult size. But while the paradoxical frog's tadpole starts out small, it can grow to as much as 11 inches long, or 28 centimeters! It's the largest tadpole in the world as far as we know. So how big is the adult frog if the tadpole is so enormous? About 3 inches long, or 7.5 cm, from snout to vent. That's why it's called the paradoxical frog, because a paradox is something that seems contradictory to expectations. Instead of the ordinary way of things, where a small tadpole grows into a bigger frog, in this case a big tadpole grows into a smaller frog. It's sometimes called the shrinking frog. One interesting detail is that not all of the tadpoles are that big. If a female lays her eggs in a small body of water that's likely to dry up, or that doesn't have a lot of food available, or if there are a lot of predators in the water, the tadpole metamorphoses quickly and doesn't grow very big. But if the tadpole is in a better location it matures much more slowly, which allows it to reach much larger size before metamorphosing. I should also mention that the 11-inch-long tadpole that is the largest ever measured was actually raised in captivity. In the wild, the largest paradoxical frog tadpole ever measured was 6 ½ inches long, or almost 17 cm. That's still really big, but not that ridiculously big. But the confusing thing is that the tadpole is big and bulky, up to four times the size of the adult frog. Where does all that mass go after it transforms? Early scientists who learned about the paradoxical frog wondered the same thing. They were so confused that they suggested that the frog actually came first and later metamorphosed into the tadpole, which then metamorphosed into a fish. But the main reason the tadpole is so long is its tail. When it metamorphoses into a frog, it absorbs the tail and therefore appears to shrink. The bulkiness of the tadpole's body matches the bulkiness of the frog's body. And unlike most frogs, which metamorphose into juvenile frogs that still have some growing to do, the paradoxical frog metamorphoses into a completely adult frog. It's as big as it will ever get and fully mature, ready to mate and lay eggs. Next, Alexis wanted to learn about the Vietnamese mossy frog. It lives in parts of Vietnam, Laos, and other nearby areas. It prefers mountainous rainforests and the female often chooses to lay her eggs in a tree hollow or even a rock cavity where water has collected. Instead of laying her eggs in the actual water, though, she lays them on rocks or branches above the water.

The World's #1 Personal Development Book Podcast!  In today's episode we have the pleasure to interview Joe De Sena author of “Extreme Balance: Paradoxical Principles That Make You a Champion” and we have another special guest joining us Ryan Lennon who was a Navy Combat Engineer and quote “Psych-Boss” for the Navy, a Rugby player, and Men's Health magazine “Ultimate Men's Health Guy champion” Joe De Sena is a successful entrepreneur who started out at a young age and created a multimillion dollar pool and construction business in college. He is now the CEO and founder of Spartan Race, he has inspired millions worldwide to embrace the Spartan lifestyle. A best-selling author and legendary competitor, Joe's achievements include founding the Death Race and completing over 50 ultra-events and 14 Ironman races in one year. His mission: to push limits and transform lives through grit and resilience. In this episode, Joe and Ryan delve into the challenges of Spartan races, the importance of resilience in children and adults, and the impact of technology on modern parenting. They explore how adversity fosters personal growth, the need for accountability, and the value of creating a resilient family environment in the digital age. The conversation highlights optimizing human potential through daily physical activity, insights from Joe's Spartan summer camp, and Ryan's experiences in the Navy. They also discuss the concept of 'Extreme Balance,' the significance of continuous learning, and how travel broadens perspectives and deepens appreciation for life We hope you enjoy this incredible conversation with Ryan Lennon and Joe De Sena    To learn more about Joe and buy his  book follow the links below: The Book: https://a.co/d/8mwfsjN Website: https://joedesena.com/ https://www.instagram.com/realjoedesena/ https://www.youtube.com/@joedesena6033 https://x.com/realjoedesena ________________________________________________ Join the world's largest non-fiction Book community! https://www.instagram.com/bookthinkers/ The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers) If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!

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Aaron LeDuc – Isaiah 49:1-6

Aaron LeDuc – Isaiah 49:1-6

In the Middle: An Advent Journey

A homily for Christ the King 2024 11/24/2024

Thank you for listening to the Classic City Church Podcast! This message from Guest Preacher Alan Goddard is part 10 of the sermon series The Paradoxical Faith. This message covers 2 Samuel 6:1-8 and Luke 15:11-24. Date Given: October 27, 2024 Visit us at CLASSICCITY.ORG

Welcome back to The Twelfth House Podcast, where we explore the intersection of intuition, creativity, and conscious entrepreneurship.Michelle opens up about the ups and downs of balancing a creative passion alongside a steady day job, sharing the benefits of adopting a “portfolio career” mindset, where creative projects and traditional work can coexist harmoniously.Michelle's tips cover everything from setting milestones and working in public to exploring unconventional 'paradoxical moves' like changing industries or adjusting your project's intensity. With a mix of heartfelt advice and real-life tips, she encourages you to see creativity as a lifelong journey that grows and flows with whatever life brings.Episode Highlights:* Solving Real Problems: Michelle emphasizes how successful businesses focus on solving real problems, often taking inspiration from the needs she sees in her own community.* Embracing a Portfolio Career: It's possible to balance a day job with creative work. Michelle encourages a career that includes both stability and passion projects.* Reassessing and Adjusting: Learn how to find the right pace for your project, match it with your personal needs, and build accountability to stay focused.* Building Accountability: Michelle recommends working in public, setting clear milestones, collaborating with others, and seeking grants to support your creative goals.* "Paradoxical Moves": Michelle encourages unconventional strategies, such as exploring different industries or adjusting the intensity of your work, to keep your journey going.* Creativity as a Lifelong Pursuit: Adjusting the intensity of a project isn't a sign of failure; it's simply part of long-term growth. Michelle encourages listeners to view their creative pursuits as lasting passions to be cherished.* Reassurance and Reflection: The episode ends with encouragement to reassess and pivot when needed, offering a reminder that no one faces these challenges alone.

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Hey everyone, Sheevaun Moran here driving for Your Success. And I watch people, uh, I was speaking at something recently and I watch people have these conversations of how I am going to, but why I can't. And the paradox of that energy is so conflicting for your mind, your body, your organs. That paradox is kind of saying, okay, well, you know, you're gonna push ahead, but you're gonna stay behind. And really what that does to your energetic system, and it gets you in anxiety, it gets your head to ache, it gets your consciousness to shut down, it gets you ungrounded and keeps you further away from the thing that you want to achieve. So you have the how I can and why I can't paradox. And that paradox is kind of like a, a collecting, uh, energy of mind, body, and spirit. So your soul will say one thing, your brain will say something completely different. Your brain will totally, totally take you out of the soul conversation. 'cause the brain says, but I only see so much in my bank account. I only see problems ahead because I've seen problems before. So I'm gonna see the same problems ahead. But your soul is saying, I got you. This is what you're here for. You are here to deliver something amazing, something magical, and go ahead and develop and evolve and get what we're here to get and bring to the world. 'cause get is, you're gonna have to get some things in order to bring some things to the world. And you're gonna have to bring some things before you go and get things from the world. So the paradox of how I can't is such a problem. And I want you to consider about where you are doing this. Usually you're on a conversation and your soul is saying, yes, yes, yes, yes. Yum, yum. That's the right thing. That's the right thing. And then the money comes in and your mind is saying, oh, I can't, there's no way I have to think about it. I have to figure it out. I have to have to have to. And the truth of the matter is you've already figured out. You just are not willing to step through that paradox and that stepping through that paradoxes is going to get you the thing on the other side, the thing of health, the thing Of freedom, the thing of joy, the thing of abundance, the thing of fulfillment. Hey, my name's Sheevaun Moran. You can find me@sheevaunmoran.com. And if this was interesting for you, uh, reach out to me, comment, share, like do all those beautiful things that you know how to do on social and social media is meant to be a conversation, not a preaching to. So be in conversation. Have a beautiful day.   ❤️ FOLLOW ME/GET IN TOUCH ❤️ Email: Questions? Shoot me an email at author@sheevaunmoran.com LinkedIn: Connect with me X/Twitter: Follow me on X Facebook/Meta: Follow me on Facebook TikTok: Check out my TikTok   ——WHERE I HOST MY SITE AND COURSES—— Get a free 15-day trial with Success Beyond Reason Explore my books and audios: Guided Meditations, Books by HTTP://Sheevaun Moran.com, and Energetic Solutions About Sheevaun Moran: Sheevaun Moran is a beacon of guidance and support with over 20 years of experience. She combines personal growth with professional achievement, offering unique insights and practical solutions. Through her work with Energetic Solutions, Energy Mastery, and the charity Create a Bright Life, Sheevaun ensures clarity, purpose, and joy on your path to success.   Explore the podcast       330 episodes Driving for Your Success Sheevaun Moran

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This week, in a show taped in Beijing at the Center for International Security and Strategy at Tsinghua University, I speak with Professor Da Wei about a new public opinion poll on China's perception of international security and review its important findings. We also discuss Chinese views on the Russo-Ukrainian War and the upcoming U.S. presidential election.2:11 – Da Wei's new podcast 4:05 – CISS's “Public Opinion Poll: Chinese Outlook on International Security 2024”7:46 – The poll's findings on pessimism about global security and the global influence of the U.S. and China11:56 – China's growing national confidence and growing pessimism about the U.S.-China relationship 18:26 – Paradoxical poll findings: proactive foreign policy stance vs. prioritizing domestic affairs, and involvement in global scientific cooperation vs. withdrawing in other areas of international agreement 24:30 – Why older respondents tended to be more pessimistic about China's international security situation 25:58 – Understanding negative attitude toward the United States and the effectiveness of diplomacy 30:17 – The belief that the U.S. goal is containment of China's development and the shift in view of America from a values-based country to a power-based country 36:12 – Chinese viewpoints on the Russo-Ukrainian war 39:22 – Da Wei's travels in the U.S. and the changes he has perceived 45:04 – The U.S. agenda to dissuade China from deepening its involvement with Russia 49:02 – How Chinese views on the upcoming U.S. election have changed since Kamala Harris' nominationRecommendations:Da Wei: Chen Jian's Zhou Enlai: A Life; for Chinese to travel to the U.S. moreKaiser: Chen Jian and Odd Arne Westad's The Great Transformation: China's Road from Revolution to Reform; for Americans to travel to China (and Beijing) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thank you for listening to the Classic City Church Podcast! This message from Senior Pastor Lee Mason is part 8 of the sermon series The Paradoxical Faith. This message covers Matthew 16:24-27. Date Given: October 13, 2024 Visit us at CLASSICCITY.ORG

Thank you for listening to the Classic City Church Podcast! This message from Senior Pastor Lee Mason is part 9 of the sermon series The Paradoxical Faith. This message covers Ephesians 1:8-11. Date Given: October 20, 2024 Visit us at CLASSICCITY.ORG

Thank you for listening to the Classic City Church Podcast! This message from Senior Pastor Lee Mason is part 7 of the sermon series The Paradoxical Faith. This message covers 2 Corinthians 12:7-11. Date Given: October 6, 2024 Visit us at CLASSICCITY.ORG

Thank you for listening to the Classic City Church Podcast! This message from Senior Pastor Lee Mason is part 6 of the sermon series The Paradoxical Faith. This message covers James 2:14-26. Date Given: September 29, 2024 Visit us at CLASSICCITY.ORG

In today's episode, Gina responds to a listener question about anxiety that seems to be brought about by feelings of comfort, relaxation and happiness. This is a common occurrence for people who struggle with anxiety and have been on the recovery path for some time. It really can be confusing and seem to not make any sense at all. This episode clarifies what is going on when anxiety strikes during the strangest of times: when you are happy and nothing bad is happening. Listen in for advice on how to handle these occurrences! Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Thank you for supporting The Anxiety Coaches Podcast. FREE MUST-HAVE RESOURCE FOR Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety Anxiety Coaches Podcast Group Coaching link ACPGroupCoaching.com To learn more, go to: Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program Learn more about our One-on-One Coaching What is anxiety? Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership: For $5 a month, all episodes are ad-free! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/ Here's what's included for $5/month: ❤ New Ad-Free episodes every Sunday and Wednesday ❤ Access to the entire Ad-free back-catalog with over 600 episodes ❤ Premium meditations recorded with you in mind ❤ And more fun surprises along the way! All this in your favorite podcast app! Quote: Peace is the result of retraining your mind to process life as it is, rather than as you think it should be. -Wayne W. Dyer Chapters 0:23 Understanding Happiness and Anxiety 12:42 Anticipatory Anxiety and Its Impact 18:23 Strategies for Managing Anxiety Summary In this episode, I delve into the perplexing phenomenon of happiness triggering anxiety. Drawing from the experiences of listeners, I explore how it is not uncommon for individuals to experience panic or anxiety in moments that should be joyful, like vacations or celebrations. A poignant question from a listener highlights this issue, where she describes feeling anxious during a birthday dinner at Disney World despite the happiness surrounding her. This sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the underlying mechanisms at play in these paradoxical situations. When distress arises as one begins to relax or feel joy, it may seem counterintuitive, but I explain how our nervous system becomes accustomed to a persistent state of anxiety. For individuals who have experienced prolonged stress, the familiar state of elevated alertness becomes a comfortable baseline, a misguided notion of safety. As relaxation sets in, it can feel alien and even threatening, triggering a protective response. This leads to spikes in anxiety that may leave individuals questioning their progress in managing their emotional well-being. Throughout the discussion, I outline various factors contributing to this phenomenon. Many people who have relied on anxiety as a defense mechanism can feel vulnerable when expressing joy and relaxation, leading to an instinctive retreat into anxiety as a self-protective measure. Additionally, the fear that positive experiences will invariably be followed by negative outcomes can create a mental loop where one sabotages their own happiness in anticipation of disappointment. This anticipatory anxiety often manifests as an internal conflict between the desire to celebrate and the fear of potential anxiety spikes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. David Sacks is a psychotherapist, performance consultant, writer, and coach. An alumnus of Stanford  and Florida State Universities, David has been a licensed psychologist since 2007, practicing in Tennessee and Florida. He completed his internship and postdoctoral fellowship at Vanderbilt University.As both a therapist and consultant, David helps others to make specific adjustments in their ways of operating and, importantly, to understand the “bigger picture” to achieve lasting results. He uses a humanistic, strengths-based, and scientifically-informed approach, delivered with empathy, to help his clients learn, grow, and change. David's Website.His Book: Extreme Balance: Paradoxical Principles That Make You a Champion 

Thank you for listening to the Classic City Church Podcast! This message from Senior Pastor Lee Mason is part 5 of the sermon series The Paradoxical Faith. This message covers 2 Timothy 2:3-6. Date Given: September 22, 2024 Visit us at CLASSICCITY.ORG

Thank you for listening to the Classic City Church Podcast! This message from Senior Pastor Lee Mason is part 4 of the sermon series The Paradoxical Faith. This message covers Ephesians 2:1-10. Date Given: September 15, 2024 Visit us at CLASSICCITY.ORG

Dive deep into the concept of control and the human tendency to cling to illusions of certainty. In this episode, we explore how the illusion of control shapes our perception, often leading to unnecessary suffering. We discuss the profound impact of embracing uncertainty, letting go of rigid beliefs, and questioning societal constructs. From personal identity to the limitations of societal norms, we peel back layers of conditioning to reveal a more fluid, adaptable way of living. Learn how psychedelics and introspection can help dissolve barriers, offering clarity in moments of doubt. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone seeking freedom not through control, but by recognizing its absence. Join us in questioning long-held beliefs and stepping into the flow of life with openness and curiosity. [00:00:00] Welcome and appreciating the small victories in daily life. [00:02:29] Discussion about the purpose of community and avoiding rigid structures. [00:10:45] Exploring the illusion of control and the power of letting go. [00:16:05] Understanding connection through unexpected topics like crochet. [00:21:45] Paradoxical moments and the balance of interference in others' lives. [00:29:37] The joy of exploring infinite topics and putting yourself aside. [00:33:39] Playing the "Stillness game" and learning to sit in silence. [00:43:52] The importance of inner stillness and preparing for Season 7 changes. [45:33] Acknowledging the interconnectedness of everyone. [47:11] Wrapping up the episode and preparing for the next community event.

Thank you for listening to the Classic City Church Podcast! This message from Senior Pastor Lee Mason is part 3 of the sermon series The Paradoxical Faith. This message covers Psalm 51. Date Given: September 8, 2024 Visit us at CLASSICCITY.ORG

No one likes experiencing uncomfortable thoughts and feelings, like anxiety. However, the more we fight our internal experience, the more likely it is to fight back. Rather than resisting the internal experience we don't want to feel, by urning towards them and even welcoming them - it can have a powerful positive effect, as Dr. guy explains. FULL EPISODE: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2MqcMjNPPCByDFoqBpX7YJ YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/YouTubeSimonMundie Website: simonmundie.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonmundie/ Substack Newsletter: https://simonmundie.substack.com/ ** My book Champion Thinking: How To Find Success By Losing Yourself challenges our ideas about 'success', and where peace, joy and LASTING fulfilment are actually to be found. 'This book captures the magic of being in flow . . . Highly recommend' RONNIE O'SULLIVAN 'Enlightening' MATTHEW SYED 'This book will challenge your thinking on what success truly is' GOLDIE SAYERS 'The intention behind this book is beautiful, and I highly recommend it' RUPERT SPIRA Order here: https://www.simonmundie.com/book Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Champion-Thinking-Success-Without-Yourself/dp/1526626497/ ** Working with me 1-1 "I have to say that in the days following our call I felt as though there had been a profound shift.The days that followed were some of the best days I have had in many years as there seemed to be so much more space between me any my thoughts." - Henry “Each session with Simon has been enjoyable and enlightening in equal measure.Through our conversations I have learnt a lot not only about non-duality and Simon's use of his own experiences are really helpful in grasping the ideas behind it all. After each chat I really feel like my ‘cup has been filled" - Jack "What Simon did so beautifully and directly, was put back into my hands the ability to do some self-inquiry. I did the inquiry and freedom was revealed. I would whole heartedly recommend you speak with Simon as he brings a lightness, fun and focus." - Kate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Hart | Luke 6:17-26

Michael Hart | Luke 6:17-26