Podcasts about paradoxical

In seeking a welcome for the runaway slave, Onesimus, Paul banks on his history with Philemon, and risks his own resources, modeling radical Christian love.

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The Rebbe discusses the paradox of the laws of the Red Heifer, which purifies the impure but renders those involved in its preparation impure. The sicha delves into understanding the nature of 'chukim' (decrees without rational explanation) and their place in Jewish life, emphasizing faith and acceptance of divine wisdom. https://www.torahrecordings.com/likutei-sichos/023/007_002

On this week's episode of Love University, we continue exploring the principle of Reversal and how paradoxical action can radically change the quality of your life. Instead of exhausting yourself by forcing outcomes, Reversal introduces a wiser approach. By changing how you relate to time, adversity, and even your own thoughts, you begin opening possibilities to better your life in a powerful way Here are three reversals that can transform your life: Get Your Time Back by Giving It Away Modern life teaches people to guard their time obsessively, yet rushing makes you feel emotionally depleted and disconnected. Reversal teaches that your experience of time expands when you invest it meaningfully in people and experiences you genuinely value. Sharing an unhurried conversation, spending relaxed time with family, helping others, or simply enjoying a quiet moment restores a sense of presence and spaciousness. Life begins to feel fuller, calmer, and more enjoyable. Be Grateful for the Bad as Well as the Good Painful experiences often contain life-changing lessons. Loss, disappointment, and hardship can deepen your appreciation for love, friendship, and the fragile beauty of life itself. When you begin looking for the meaning inside difficulties, your emotional perspective widens and your resilience grows stronger. Gratitude becomes more mature because it now includes both the joys of life and the wisdom gained through struggle. Remove Thoughts That Weaken You You may carry mental habits that quietly drain your energy. These include perfectionism, fear, and regret. Reversal teaches you to separate yourself from destructive patterns rather than automatically believing them. As you stop identifying with fearful or self-critical thoughts, your mind becomes steadier, and your confidence more grounded. Over time, you begin experiencing a freer and stronger version of yourself. Paradoxical action can help you reverse frustration and overcome mental self-sabotage. Start today. Do the opposite of what you've been doing to receive the greatest prizes in life: joy, inner mastery, and love.  For more self-wisdom, make sure you pick up a copy of Invincible You on Amazon at https://tinyurl.com/3y3szh27          

On this week's episode of Love University, we continue exploring the principle of Reversal and how paradoxical action can radically change the quality of your life. Instead of exhausting yourself by forcing outcomes, Reversal introduces a wiser approach. By changing how you relate to time, adversity, and even your own thoughts, you begin opening possibilities to better your life in a powerful way Here are three reversals that can transform your life: Get Your Time Back by Giving It Away Modern life teaches people to guard their time obsessively, yet rushing makes you feel emotionally depleted and disconnected. Reversal teaches that your experience of time expands when you invest it meaningfully in people and experiences you genuinely value. Sharing an unhurried conversation, spending relaxed time with family, helping others, or simply enjoying a quiet moment restores a sense of presence and spaciousness. Life begins to feel fuller, calmer, and more enjoyable. Be Grateful for the Bad as Well as the Good Painful experiences often contain life-changing lessons. Loss, disappointment, and hardship can deepen your appreciation for love, friendship, and the fragile beauty of life itself. When you begin looking for the meaning inside difficulties, your emotional perspective widens and your resilience grows stronger. Gratitude becomes more mature because it now includes both the joys of life and the wisdom gained through struggle. Remove Thoughts That Weaken You You may carry mental habits that quietly drain your energy. These include perfectionism, fear, and regret. Reversal teaches you to separate yourself from destructive patterns rather than automatically believing them. As you stop identifying with fearful or self-critical thoughts, your mind becomes steadier, and your confidence more grounded. Over time, you begin experiencing a freer and stronger version of yourself. Paradoxical action can help you reverse frustration and overcome mental self-sabotage. Start today. Do the opposite of what you've been doing to receive the greatest prizes in life: joy, inner mastery, and love.  For more self-wisdom, make sure you pick up a copy of Invincible You on Amazon at https://tinyurl.com/3y3szh27          

What if the secret to your success was to do the opposite of what you've been doing? On this week's episode of Love University, we introduce a powerful principle called Reversal, a complete turnaround of your old patterns to produce superior results in your relationships, finances, career, and personal life. When effort alone is not making things better, you need a complete transformation of the way you've been doing things, a reversal of your usual habits and behaviors. Here are three ways to apply this practice to your daily life: Make Friends with What You Reject You may have spent years pushing away parts of yourself you believed were weaknesses, without realizing those same traits carry hidden strengths. A short attention span can indicate quick energy and the ability to move efficiently between tasks.  A strong desire for approval can show a natural ability to connect with others and build relationships. As you redefine these traits, you stop working against yourself and begin using your natural tendencies in more productive ways, creating ease and effectiveness in your daily life. Turn Fear into Forward Movement Fear has a way of keeping you mentally frozen by focusing your attention on what could go wrong. Instead of waiting for fear to disappear, consider how you would act if you trusted your ability to handle the situation. Then act like that. Now your focus moves toward progress, and each step builds confidence. Over time, you rely less on how you feel in the moment and more on your ability to act despite the fear. This emboldens you and lets your joy soar.   Give Yourself Space Instead of Pressure When you constantly push yourself without pause, your energy begins to decline and your thinking becomes less clear. This leads to frustration and reduced effectiveness. By giving yourself space to step back, rest, and reset, you have better focus and stronger performance. Returning with renewed energy allows you to feel good about yourself and enjoy what you're doing.  With increased contentment and internal balance, your results will be successful and your satisfaction will rise.    In the end, reversal is about taking pressure off yourself and changing your stuck momentum into forward progress. The paradox of life is that by redirecting your energies toward your loving growth, you create the conditions for outer excellence. Step into the power of Invincible You and you will achieve your greatest dreams. For more self-wisdom, make sure you pick up a copy of Invincible You on Amazon at https://tinyurl.com/3y3szh27

What if the secret to your success was to do the opposite of what you've been doing? On this week's episode of Love University, we introduce a powerful principle called Reversal, a complete turnaround of your old patterns to produce superior results in your relationships, finances, career, and personal life. When effort alone is not making things better, you need a complete transformation of the way you've been doing things, a reversal of your usual habits and behaviors. Here are three ways to apply this practice to your daily life: Make Friends with What You Reject You may have spent years pushing away parts of yourself you believed were weaknesses, without realizing those same traits carry hidden strengths. A short attention span can indicate quick energy and the ability to move efficiently between tasks.  A strong desire for approval can show a natural ability to connect with others and build relationships. As you redefine these traits, you stop working against yourself and begin using your natural tendencies in more productive ways, creating ease and effectiveness in your daily life. Turn Fear into Forward Movement Fear has a way of keeping you mentally frozen by focusing your attention on what could go wrong. Instead of waiting for fear to disappear, consider how you would act if you trusted your ability to handle the situation. Then act like that. Now your focus moves toward progress, and each step builds confidence. Over time, you rely less on how you feel in the moment and more on your ability to act despite the fear. This emboldens you and lets your joy soar.   Give Yourself Space Instead of Pressure When you constantly push yourself without pause, your energy begins to decline and your thinking becomes less clear. This leads to frustration and reduced effectiveness. By giving yourself space to step back, rest, and reset, you have better focus and stronger performance. Returning with renewed energy allows you to feel good about yourself and enjoy what you're doing.  With increased contentment and internal balance, your results will be successful and your satisfaction will rise.    In the end, reversal is about taking pressure off yourself and changing your stuck momentum into forward progress. The paradox of life is that by redirecting your energies toward your loving growth, you create the conditions for outer excellence. Step into the power of Invincible You and you will achieve your greatest dreams. For more self-wisdom, make sure you pick up a copy of Invincible You on Amazon at https://tinyurl.com/3y3szh27

Get your copy of Gita Wirjawan's book, “What It Takes: Southeast Asia”, NOW:https://books.endgame.id/Also available on Amazon:https://sgpp.me/amazon/Leave your review here:www.goodreads.com/book/show/241922036-what-it-takes---------------Power shapes history, but character shapes the future. Democracies do not collapse in a single dramatic moment; they erode quietly through short-term thinking and the loss of moral clarity.General Wesley Clark, former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO, sat down with Gita Wirjawan to reflect on peace, military involvement in global security, and America's changing identity in a multipolar world.The discussion spans the Middle East, Russia–Ukraine, nuclear risks, and civilian casualties, highlighting the balance between strength and restraint, realism and hope.Full topics:0:00:00 - Intro0:02:09 - Why joined the military0:16:24 - Spirituality & religiosity0:18:26 - History of the birth of America0:29:07 - What is peace?0:37:55 - The US in a multipolar world0:50:56 - Significance: The quest of the 21st century?0:57:29 - Nuclear proliferation1:08:10 - Middle East1:12:25 - A realist look at Ukraine1:14:40 - NATO1:19:20 - Why invest in Southeast Asia#Endgame #GitaWirjawan #WesleyClark------------------About the guest:Wesley Clark is a four-star U.S. Army general who devoted 34 years of service under eight presidents, spanning from the Cold War to the Balkans. He served as Supreme Allied Commander of NATO, leading NATO forces during a defining post–Cold War period. His career reflects decades of experience at the intersection of military strategy, political leadership, and the shaping of modern American power.About the host:Gita Wirjawan is an Indonesian entrepreneur and educator. He is the founding partner of Ikhlas Capital and the chairman of Ancora Group. Currently, he is teaching at Stanford as a visiting scholar with Stanford's Precourt Institute for Energy.------------------You may also like:https://youtu.be/PCYpeJYu9hY?si=mrMhRwUXgvti4-r7https://youtu.be/oT4OcBYEZac?si=b6YgpSOZwkwewcTjhttps://youtu.be/vZ7ocdh_rsk?si=mJKfaZEmXnVmHuYX------------------

2 Corinthians 11:16-33 - Speaker: Lukus Counterman - In 2 Corinthians 10-13, Paul zeros in on the false teachers that were poisoning the church and he directly confronts them. He calls them “pseudo-apostles” and says that they teach another Jesus, another Spirit, and another gospel. Part of his address to the church at Corinth, is helping them see the difference between the servants of Satan and the servants of Christ. Paul was not like these fakes. And one of the distinguishing features was the way they boasted. The false teachers boasted in their pedigree, their rhetorical prowess, their power and domineering control over the church. Paul on the other hand, boasted in weakness. What we'll learn from our text is that true servants of Christ boast in weakness not strength.

In this episode, Jo-Ann Berry (Special Educator) and Dr. Candida Fink (Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist) explore the science and clinical use of two prominent mental health treatments: SSRIs and Ketamine. They break down how these medications work, their common side effects, and the importance of professional medical supervision—especially for adolescents in a school setting.Key Points & TakeawaysSSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors)Mechanism: SSRIs work in the synapses between brain cells, blocking the "vacuum cleaner" (transporter) that reabsorbs serotonin into the first cell, making more serotonin available for the receptors in the second cell.Not Instant: These medications are not a "quick fix." It can take several weeks to a few months to see their full effect.Gradual Dosing: Treatment typically begins with a low dose and is gradually increased, which adds to the time before benefits are felt.KetamineBackground: Originally approved as a general anesthetic and for pain management, it has been found effective for treatment-resistant depression in adults.Rapid Response: Unlike SSRIs, intravenous ketamine can produce a very rapid antidepressant response.Supervised Use: Ketamine and its nasal spray version, Esketamine, must be administered in specialized clinical settings where patients can be monitored for several hours.Practical Tips & Side EffectsCommon SSRI Side Effects: Early, temporary side effects can include nausea, diarrhea, headache, tiredness, or lightened sleep.The "Paradoxical Reaction": In young people, there is a small risk of feeling worse (increased anxiety or irritability) when starting SSRIs, which requires close monitoring.Patience and Communication: It is vital for patients and caregivers to maintain frequent communication with their prescribing doctor and inform school nurses of any new medication.Never Stop Suddenly: Patients should never stop taking SSRIs abruptly without medical supervision due to the risk of withdrawal.ResourcesWebsite: mentalhealthgoestoschool.comUpcoming Topic: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) as another intervention for treatment-resistant depression.AACAP (American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry) Medication GuidesStudy regarding ketamine treatment for depression in youth ages 18-25Connect With UsLike, Follow, and Review: Please interact with us on your favorite podcast platform or our website to suggest topics or ask questions.Timeline & Timestamps[00:00] – Introduction and the New York heatwave.[01:40] – Defining SSRIs and how they function in the brain's synapses.[04:15] – Why SSRIs take time to work and the importance of patient patience.[06:20] – Common and temporary side effects of starting SSRIs.[07:45] – More serious risks: Paradoxical reactions and suicidal ideation in young people.[12:35] – Addressing the stigma and misconceptions about mental health medication.[15:15] – Introduction to Ketamine: From anesthesia to treatment-resistant depression.[18:40] – The rapid effect of Ketamine vs. SSRIs.[21:10] – Side effects of Ketamine, including dissociation.[23:30] – The importance of school communication regarding student medication.[26:50] – Closing thoughts and teaser for a future episode on TMS.If you enjoy our content, please like and follow - and review if you can!

Esther defeats the idolatrous god-king through the strange power of weakness. Join Marc and Maria's discussion of monolithic and idolatrous power structures and their vulnerability to the particular vocation of women.

Jesus' upside down kingdom;  The gospel catalyzing us toward transformation; Our transformation toward a new epoch/age. Romans 11:33–12:2 (ESV) 33 Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways! 34  “For who has known the mind of the Lord, or who has been his counselor?” 35  “Or who has given a gift to him that he might be repaid?” 36 For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be glory forever. Amen. 12:1 I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. 2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.

Send us Fan MailWe meet Charles II of the English Restoration.  His life was the paradox of the Merry Monarch and a strategic, serious ruler.  

Tenderoni Hotline 25: Have you ever found yourself laughing when you're actually scared, suddenly exhausted in the middle of anxiety, or walking away from a moment thinking you're “fine” only to realize hours later that you were anything but? In this Tenderoni Hotline episode, we're diving into those paradoxical nervous system moments, the ones that feel confusing, mistimed, or just plain off, and unpacking what's really happening beneath the surface.Because here's what I need you to know. You're not broken, dramatic, or bad at emotions. You're adaptive as hell. Your nervous system is running deeply intelligent, well-practiced protective patterns shaped by your lived experiences, your conditioning, and the environments you've had to navigate. And sometimes, those patterns show up as laughter instead of fear, shutdown instead of anxiety, or total emotional fuzz when you most want clarity.In this episode, I'm answering rich, layered questions from my clients inside Anchored and the Somatic Studio, giving you a real, behind-the-scenes taste of what it looks like to live this work, not just intellectualize it. We explore why your nervous system can hold multiple states at once, why emotional awareness often comes after the moment instead of during it, and how your brain and body prioritize survival over neat, tidy self-understanding in real time. We also get into practical, body-based ways to gently build your capacity to notice, name, and work with your emotions as they arise, without judgment, without force, and without trying to override your system.And for my ADHD loves or anyone who's ever been told they're “doing mindfulness wrong” because they can't sit still, we're lovingly dismantling that nonsense too. Stillness is not the gold standard for presence. Movement, fidgeting, doodling, pacing, these can be the very things that create presence in a neurodivergent body. You're not failing the practice. You've just been handed a framework that was never built for you.This episode is both a deep exhale and a powerful reframe. It is an invitation to get curious about your patterns instead of criticizing them, and to remember that your reactions are not random, they're rooted in protection. And if there's a part of you that's been wanting support but also holding back, questioning whether you deserve it or whether now is the time, consider this your gentle nudge to feel into what it might be like to be held inside this work, to have your questions answered, and to not do this alone.So take this with you on your walk, while you're doing the dishes, or while you're moving your body in whatever way helps you feel most here, because you get to learn, grow, and come home to yourself in ways that actually honor your nervous system.Got a question for the Tenderoni Hotline? Send it to me at: podcast@beatrizalbina.com Learn more about my courses and apply here: https://www.beatrizalbina.com/courses Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizvictoriaalbinanp/?hl=en

Failing Forward | Cody McQueen--Jesus explains the paradox of losing one's life for the sake of finding it as we follow him.--Notes

In 1991, McDonald's launched the "McLean"—a healthy burger that people said they wanted, but no one actually bought. This phenomenon, known by psychologists as the "intention-action gap," doesn't just apply to fast food; it is the primary reason many Christians feel distant from God. In this opening message of the relationSHIFT series, Ryan Kramer explores James Chapter 4 to diagnose the root cause of spiritual drift. Using the powerful imagery of a campfire, he explains that God never moves away from us; we simply step back until the cold makes us numb. If you are tired of a casual faith and ready to reignite your relationship with God, this message offers the practical path back to the heat of His presence. -- The "Intention-Action Gap" explains why we often fail to do what we know is good for us, creating a disconnect between our beliefs and our daily lives. -- James Chapter 4 serves as a wake-up call to believers who have developed a casual faith, highlighting how unchecked desires create conflict and distance from God. -- Spiritual drift is rarely caused by a sudden rejection of God; instead, it is a slow accumulation of small steps away from Him caused by the busyness of life. -- God is like a fire: He does not change or move. Our experience of His warmth is entirely dependent on our proximity to Him. -- "Paradoxical heat sensation" is a physical condition where freezing to death feels like burning up; similarly, spiritual drift eventually numbs us to the reality of our distance from God. -- The solution to a cold spiritual life isn't a massive overhaul, but a single intentional step back toward the fire. Scriptures for Further Study -- James 4:1-10 +++++++ Join us for church this Sunday. For service times and meeting location please visit https://transformtlh.com/

From socks-and-slides footwear to mysteriously disappearing spoons and phone chargers, teens and tweens can really rack up the infractions. In this episode, Amy and Margaret break down the baffling behaviors that define life with older kids—tween and teen “crimes"—as reported by parents in the What Fresh Hell community. Paradoxical and criminal behavior further includes having “nothing to wear” despite a full closet, hoarding personal money while freely spending that of your parents, and needing an immediate text response while ignoring all incoming messages. Here are links to some of the resources mentioned in the episode: Our episode "Teaching Kids About Money" An embarrassed teen at school pickup The speakers Margaret purchased for her teens' rooms What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.whatfreshhellpodcast.com/p/promo-codes/ What Fresh Hell podcast, mom friends, funny moms, parenting advice, parenting experts, parenting tips, mothers, families, parenting skills, parenting strategies, parenting styles, busy moms, self-help for moms, manage kid's behavior, teenager, tween, child development, family activities, family fun, parent child relationship, decluttering, kid-friendly, invisible workload, default parent, tween parenting, teen parenting, parenting tweens and teens, teen behavior, tween behavior, funny parenting podcast, parenting humor, life with teenagers, teen habits parents hate, executive function teens, teen independence, parenting frustrations, What Fresh Hell podcast, raising teenagers, parenting community stories Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode Mo sits down with writer, poet, artist, and teacher to discuss his experience navigating life as an educated man with caribbean roots who grew up in urban culture but learned at an early age the importance of duality. Tune In!

In this rich and wide-ranging conversation, Ali sits down with yoga teacher, author, and anatomy educator Rachel Scott to explore what it truly means to live as a body – not just to have one.Beginning with a candid inquiry into modern yoga culture, Rachel gently peels back the layers of Western commodification to reveal yoga's deeper purpose: presence, self-regulation, and intimacy with the living intelligence beneath our habits and conditioning. From there, the dialogue opens into a profound exploration of embodiment as a spiritual practice – one that includes sensation, relationship, desire, stillness, and paradox.Drawing on decades of practice, Rachel shares how yoga, anatomy study, and contemplative stillness have shaped her understanding of consciousness, love, and human connection. Together, Ali and Rachel reflect on mindfulness versus “body-fulness,” nervous-system awareness in dating and relationships, and the wisdom of listening to the body's cues around safety, timing, and consent.The conversation also moves tenderly into themes rarely spoken aloud: fertility, choice, grief, freedom, and the many ways maternal love can be expressed beyond childbirth. Rachel speaks openly about her journey through wanting children, confronting ambivalence, and ultimately trusting the larger intelligence of life – an experience that reshaped her relationships, her work, and her sense of self.Weaving together yoga philosophy, Tantra, anatomy lab awe, and everyday relational practice, this episode is an invitation to slow down, feel more, and honor the mystery of being embodied. A heartfelt exploration of love, presence, and the courage it takes to listen deeply to the body's quiet truths.FOR MORE ALI MEZEY:ALI - WebsiteALI - LinkTreeALI BIO: Ali Mezey is a Body Therapist, Family Constellation Work Facilitator, Sexologist and Media Maker with over 40 years of experience. Ali has worked in renowned rehab centers in Los Angeles for sex, drug, and alcohol addiction. She developed her groundbreaking body-based method Personal Geometry® to address the challenges of working with sexual trauma, compulsivity, dysfunctions and discontents. She works internationally with individuals, couples, and groups. Ali is also a public speaker on the intelligence of the body, a teacher of Personal Geometry® and the creator and host of The Brilliant Body Podcast.FOR MORE RACHEL SCOTT:rachelyoga.comIG/Youtube: rachelscottyogaHead Over Heels: A Yogi's Guide to Dating by Rachel ScottAll books by RachelRACHEL BIO:Rachel combines thousands of hours of teacher training experience with her academic expertise (MSc Online Education) to help yoga teachers and studios create transformational educational experiences. She supports students, teachers, and trainers to share their passion, find their voice, and inspire others.  In addition to authoring five books, she has written for Yoga International, YogaUOnline, and the Huffington Post, and exuberantly shares her knowledge through her coaching, YouTube channel, online courses, and free online classes. Find her at rachelyoga.com or on social media at rachelscottyoga.RESOURCES, DEFINITIONS, INSPIRATIONS:Integral Anatomist (and Rachel's partner), Gil Hedley and The Nerve Tour (link is to an interview of Gil speaking about it)Do yourself a favor and get yourself an Explorer Membership - a mere pittance for the wealth you'll receiveGil's Youtube Channel of amazing videosMy fantastic conversation with Gil (my very first TBBP episode!): The Body is a Gift with Gil Hedley: A Reverential Journey into the Human BodyChristopher Hareesh WallceCarlos PomedaProfessor Alexis Sanderson/Oxford (go full yoga-nerd with this guy - wow)Cheryl Strayed: Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Dear SugarDualism: It basically says that there are two things, or substances, and they are completely separate. For example, substance dualists believe that the mind is part of the soul and the soul resides completely outside of the body.Non-dualism: Non-dualism refers to the idea that all things are interconnected and not separate. Distinctions like self and other, or good and bad, are illusions created by the mind. Essentially, it's about recognizing the unity and interdependence of all phenomena.Proprioception: also referred to as kinesthesia, is the sense of body position, movement, and force. It is the unconscious awareness without visual input and is sometimes referred to as the sixth sense.There are three primary types of proprioceptors: muscle spindles, Golgi tendon organs (GTOs), and joint receptors. Each distinct type provides different information that together shape the sensory profile of the body's positioning and motion.Interoception: Interoception is awareness of your body's internal senses or signals. It identifies how you feel. You can consciously or unconsciously respond to these signals. For example, if your stomach rumbles, you know you're hungry.YOGA DEFINITIONS:Shiva: He is the Supreme Being in Shaivism, one of the major traditions within Hinduism. Shiva. God of Destruction. God of Time, Yoga, Meditation and Arts. Lord of Yogis and Physicians.

In the final part of our Fantasy Subgenre Series, we explore the soft side of the genre: Cozy Fantasy, Slice-of-Life Fantasy, Eco-Fantasy, Children's Fantasy, YA Fantasy, Comical/Satirical Fantasy, Fairy-Tale Fantasy, and Fairy-Tale Retellings.

Luke 2:8-20 // Gospel of Luke // Anthony Jones // December 8, 2025

Join Rabbi Joey Rosenfeld as he guides us through the world and major works of Kabbalah, Hasidic masters, and Jewish philosophy, shedding light on the inner life of the soul. To learn more, visit InwardTorah.org

2/8. Pigeons: The Great Communicators and Wartime Heroes — Steven Moss — Moss discusses the humble pigeon as a paradoxical feral bird species possessing extraordinary homing capabilities that made it invaluable as a communications mechanism. Although the famous narrative of Nathan Rothschild using pigeons following the Battle of Waterloo is apocryphal, pigeons were genuinely crucial wartime messengers. Moss emphasizes that pigeons were essential during the D-Day invasion due to radio silence protocols, and the celebrated pigeon Cher Ami saved imperiled soldiers during World War I. Moss notes that British forces even systematically killed Peregrine Falcons to protect pigeon communications, inadvertently contributing to the species' subsequent endangerment and near-extinction. 1869

Following recent discussions about the ironic consequences that can come from resisting the norm, this week's episode examines Fielder Cook's 1956 boardroom drama Patterns to contemplate why the powerful might encourage their own negation.We also briefly discuss:After the Hunt (2025) d. Luca GuadagninoLook Back in Anger (1959) d. Tony RichardsonContact UsEmail: contact@jimmybernasconi.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmsfortoday/?hl=en

Discover how to master attention, influence, and Flow with Dr. Bruce H. Jackson. In this episode of Coaching In Session, host Michael Rearden explores the strategies behind human performance, leadership, and personal mastery.Bruce, founder of the Attentional Leadership™ Institute and author of The 3 Secrets to Attentional Leadership, shares his journey as a human performance strategist and global speaker. From the science of Flow to aligning personal and organizational goals, this conversation provides practical tools for leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking clarity, resilience, and peak performance.

Todd and Cathy share the upcoming changes to their podcast, Zen Parenting Radio, which will be renamed Zen POP Parenting starting June 1st! They also discuss the normal shifts in kids' friendships, highlighting the importance of loyalty, boundaries, and the reality that friendships evolve. As parents, we can feel more overwhelmed than our kids when these changes happen, but it's important to normalize the ups and downs of friendships and offer support without letting our own fear or discomfort take over.

In this episode of the Greyhorn Pagans podcast, host StijnFawkes welcomes Reginald Martin, an expert in ancient knowledge and spirituality, to discuss the profound concepts of Kametaphysics and Paradoxical Heka. They explore the ancient Egyptian system of Kemet, the ontology of being, and the idea that we are souls having a human experience. The conversation delves into the differences between spirituality and religion, the significance of archetypes, and the transformative power of acknowledging both light and shadow within ourselves. Reginald shares insights on how ancient teachings can guide us in our personal growth and understanding of the universe.TakeawaysKametaphysics is about the ancient system of Egypt, focusing on the ontology of being.We are souls having a human experience, with the exalted state as our baseline.Paradoxical Heka provides processes to level up in life.Spirituality emphasizes inner journey and self-discovery, unlike religion.Archetypes are universal principles personified in stories.Acknowledging both light and shadow is essential for personal growth.Ancient teachings offer frameworks for understanding the universe.The philosopher's stone symbolizes operating from the indestructible soul self.Joy should be the baseline for navigating life's challenges.We are creators, learning to expand and become more of who we are.Join our Supporters Club:https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/greyhorn-pagans-podcast--6047518/supportFind Reginald on: Substack Amazon AuthorGreyhorn Pagans:Support us on PatreonVisit our website for moreShow FireFae some love

As COP30 approaches, what is the real state of EU–China climate relations? In this episode of The Sound of Economics, Yuyun Zhan sits down with Alicia García-Herrero and Cecilia Trasi to explore the state of EU–China climate relations. The discussion explores how both economies share a vision for a green transition but follow strikingly different paths—China prioritising industrial policy and green technology exports, the EU focusing on costly emission pricing and regulation. They also identify pragmatic areas of collaboration like common taxonomies for green finance or joint circular-economy initiatives. They also reflect on whether either side can lead the global climate agenda in a fragmented geopolitical landscape. Relevant research Trasi, C. (2025) 'Convergence, not alignment: EU-China climate relations ahead of COP30', Analysis, 9 October, Bruegel García-Herrero, A. (2025) 'Escalating US-China rare earth tensions signal determination to decouple', First Glance, 15 October, Bruegel  This episode is part of the ZhōngHuá Mundus series of The Sound of Economics. ZhōngHuá Mundus is a newsletter by Bruegel, bringing you monthly analysis of China in the world, as seen from Europe. Sign up now to receive it in your mailbox!

On the 146th episode of What is a Good Life?, I'm delighted to welcome Steven D'Souza. Steven is an award winning author, executive educator, trusted advisor, leadership coach and keynote speaker. He is a Senior Partner in the Leadership & Professional Development Practice at Korn Ferry, a leading global Organisational Consulting firm. His expertise crosses the fields of psychology, organisational development, diversity, group dynamics, contemplation and social capital. He has spoken globally to organisations such as PwC, TikTok, Financial Times and the United Nations. His work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, The Independent and The Sunday Times.In this conversation, Steven reflects on his early pursuit of the priesthood and his lifelong inquiry into meaning, service, and aliveness. Drawing on themes from his latest book, Shadows at Work, he shares how meeting the shadow with curiosity and compassion brings wholeness, and how embracing uncertainty, silence, and kindness can lead to a more grounded, vital way of living.This conversation invites you to see the shadow not as something to fix, but as a hidden source of energy, wisdom, and aliveness.For more of Steven's work:Shadows at Work: Harness Your Dark Side and Unlock Your Leadership PotentialNot Knowing: The Art of Turning Uncertainty into OpportunityNot Doing: The Art of Effortless ActionNot Being: The Art of Self TransformationWebsite: https://stevendsouza.com/Contact me at mark@whatisagood.life if you'd like to explore your own lines of self-inquiry through 1-on-1 coaching, my 5-week group courses, or to discuss team coaching to stimulate greater trust, communication, and connection, amongst your leadership teams.- For the What is a Good Life? podcast's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@whatisagoodlife/videos- My newsletter: https://www.whatisagood.life/- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-mccartney-14b0161b4/00:00 — Steven's lifelong question + year pursuing priesthood04:24 — Leaving the path & formative books (Kopp, de Mello)07:27 — Stories as truth; practice over tips10:12 — Aliveness; “I grow in my spirituality by growing in my humanity”13:01 — Bringing the vertical into the horizontal (everyday life)13:28 — Why Shadows at Work; prisons, corporate paradox, “dark mode”19:36 — “Know my shadow and my light”: beyond Jung; four lenses23:08 — Defining shadow; biology, culture, spirit lenses in practice31:02 — Personal shadow work37:04 — Paradoxical theory of change; acceptance over improvement40:43 — Negative capability (Keats)46:53 — Via negativa & subtraction; “bring silence with you”52:29 — The edge of the unknown; reactions & catastrophic thinking58:56 — What is a good life? “A kind life.”

This week's spooky season offering dives past the whole haunted house experience to go deeper. What if the haunting was more specific? An attic or cellar is well known trope, but what about a playground? A nursery? A clock or a mirror? What do those things say about the state of the main character's mind in storytelling? And what exactly is the quiet terror of the mundane more effective than dripping gore and howling monsters? Jules and Madeleine tackle these questions and more.   On the slab this week: Rebekah - Daphne du Maurier, The Yellow Wallpaper - Charlotte Perkins Gilman, The Scald Crow - Grace Daly and many more

OverviewRyan and Brian launch a fresh series on the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5–7), Jesus' iconic teaching on kingdom living. Often quoted but rarely lived out, it calls for radical repentance (metanoia: heart/mind shift to action) and distinctiveness from "hypocrites" and "pagans" (e.g., no showy prayers or fasting in Matt. 6:5–8, 16). They cover intro context, Jesus' authority, and the first four Beatitudes as a Godward progression.Key Discussion HighlightsSermon Essentials: Full red-letter discourse (ch. 5–7); contrasts John's back-and-forth dialogues and Luke's Sermon on the Plain. Likely Matthew's memorable summary—not verbatim—but stresses doing over hearing (Matt. 7:24–29: wise builder on rock vs. fool on sand). Crowds follow post-sermon, amazed by Jesus' authority (7:28–29).Setting & Echoes: Jesus ascends mountainside amid crowds, evoking Moses at Sinai (law mediated) but speaking directly as living Word—no barriers. Ties to OT: distinct people (e.g., no pagan practices like raisin cakes).Kingdom Ethics: Draws from law (from above), prophets (future hope), wisdom (human observation). Frames as loving God/neighbor (Matt. 22:34–40). First four Beatitudes focus on God-relationship; latter four on others. Quotes: John Stott (familiar yet least obeyed); Stanley Hauerwas (new age realized now).Beatitudes Breakdown (Matt. 5:3–6): Paradoxical "blessed" (makarioi: flourishing in God's favor, not mere happiness). Describes kingdom citizens' traits—calling all to repent toward these:Poor in spirit (v. 3): Recognizing spiritual poverty/utter dependence on God (vs. wealth as "blessing" in culture; cf. Luke 6:20's "poor"). Promise: Theirs is the kingdom of heaven.Those who mourn (v. 4): Grief over personal sin/failure (e.g., tax collector's humility in Luke 18:9–14 vs. Pharisee's self-righteousness). Promise: They will be comforted.The meek (v. 5): Humility/gentleness (praus: not weakness, but not self-important—like Jesus in Phil. 2 or silent before accusers). Contrasts Roman power. Promise: They will inherit the earth. (Martyn Lloyd-Jones: true self-view expressed humbly.)Hunger/thirst for righteousness (v. 6): Deep craving for justice/rightness (like desert thirst satisfied). Promise: They will be filled.Progression: Spiritual poverty → mourning sin → meek approach → desiring God's righteousness.Resources MentionedBooks: The Message of the Sermon on the Mount by John Stott; Sermon on the Mount (Story of God Commentary) by Scot McKnight (narrative flow, ethical models).Key Verses: Matt. 5:1–2; 6:5–8,16; 7:24–29; 22:34–40; Luke 18:9–14 (Pharisee/tax collector).Next EpisodeBeatitudes 5–8: Mercy, pure in heart, peacemakers, persecuted—shifting to loving others as kingdom ambassadors.

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On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Reginald Martin, creator of Kametaphysics, to unpack how “inherited code”—religion, culture, family scripts—quietly shapes our choices long after we think we've moved on. Reginald introduces Paradoxical Heka, a practical, Kemetic-inspired method using breath, voice, and ritual phrasing to hold two truths at once (e.g., “Even though fear is here, I am sustained”) until a calmer third state emerges. We cover identity after deconstruction, spotting “word-salad spirituality,” and how to test spiritual tools for real-world usefulness. Clear, direct, and immediately applicable for high performers, parents, therapists, and coaches.     About the guest  : Reginald Martin is the spiritual architect behind Kametaphysics, a sovereignty-first framework reconnecting modern coaching/therapy to ancient symbolic roots. His protocol, Paradoxical Heka, helps transmute guilt, shame, fear, and self-doubt while affirming the authentic self. He publishes on Substack at reginaldmartin.substack.com.   Key takeaways: Inherited code persists: you can exit a system yet still follow its rules; name the pattern before the story to regain leverage. Paradox > contradiction: hold “this and that” (fear and support) rather than fighting your “shadow.” 90-second practice: pair breath and a paradox phrase; repeat ~9 times to entrain a calmer nervous system state. Evidence of integration: look for a felt peace, goosebumps/energy shifts, and cleaner choices in tough moments. Ditch vague advice: “just surrender” isn't helpful without a concrete method—test ideas for practicality. Leaders & parents: swap “I'm broken/unworthy” for “I'm out of alignment,” then realign with simple, repeatable steps. Symbolism matters: the caduceus metaphor reflects reconciling inner polarities rather than waging inner war. Apply this week: run Hecca before a difficult call or boundary and note shifts in tone, tension, and outcomes.   Connect with the guest   Substack: https://reginaldmartin.substack.com/ Free resource: 7-point checklist to spot “woo-woo” claims (available on his Substack)   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik   Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.   Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

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By request, we are looking at the Virgin Mary in this week's podcast, in particular the "dark Feminine" elements of her mythology. An exploration into Mary (or Maryam), mother of Jesus reveals various layers of her myth and the doctrines surrounding her. This includes the myth of the dying and resurrecting vegetation god, some striking parallels with Semele, mother of Dionysus, the heroic myth of the Virgin Birth and the Divine Child, and the social implications of her role in the Bible and other texts from the early Church to the medieval period. 

Abstract: This paper investigates the pragmatic aspect of communication between God and our first parents while in the Garden of Eden—the psychological impact of placing them under contradictory injunctions that result in a situation of “damned if you do and damned if you don't.” God could not introduce knowledge that, by definition, also involves introducing […] The post Why God Placed Adam and Eve Under Paradoxical Injunctions: A View of the Garden Scene through the Optics of Communication Theory first appeared on The Interpreter Foundation.

T-Bob of Barstool Sports fulfills one of his lifelong goals; to be on the air with Stugotz. T-Bob explains why his family is the Kirkland Brand Golics. Is the name "Death Valley" up for grabs when LSU visits Clemson and why the CFB Season kicking off in Ireland is just fine. Is Brian Kelly cool? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

T-Bob of Barstool Sports fulfills one of his lifelong goals; to be on the air with Stugotz. T-Bob explains why his family is the Kirkland Brand Golics. Is the name "Death Valley" up for grabs when LSU visits Clemson and why the CFB Season kicking off in Ireland is just fine. Is Brian Kelly cool? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

T-Bob of Barstool Sports fulfills one of his lifelong goals; to be on the air with Stugotz. T-Bob explains why his family is the Kirkland Brand Golics. Is the name "Death Valley" up for grabs when LSU visits Clemson and why the CFB Season kicking off in Ireland is just fine. Is Brian Kelly cool? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

T-Bob of Barstool Sports fulfills one of his lifelong goals; to be on the air with Stugotz. T-Bob explains why his family is the Kirkland Brand Golics. Is the name "Death Valley" up for grabs when LSU visits Clemson and why the CFB Season kicking off in Ireland is just fine. Is Brian Kelly cool? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Stella Lee: Paradoxical LearningDr. Stella Lee is founder of Paradox Learning, a consultancy that partners with clients to develop initiatives in digital learning transformation, AI integration, and workforce capability development. I'm curious to learn more about how she came to founding her consultancy, the work she did along the way to get her there, and how she works with clients. I'm sure public speaking will come up, too. To get in touch with Stella, visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/stellal/.__TEACH THE GEEK (http://teachthegeek.com) Prefer video? Visit http://youtube.teachthegeek.comGet Public Speaking Tips for STEM Professionals at http://teachthegeek.com/tips

Sometimes the story is in the fabric, not the flesh—and in the right hands, clothing can speak volumes about a death investigation. In this episode, Dr. Priya Banerjee joins Sheryl McCollum to explore how clothing can hold vital clues in a death investigation. From the first look at a scene to the autopsy table, they reveal how stains, textures, odors, and damage can tell a story the body alone might not. Dr. Priya shares real-world cases — from waterlogged jeans covered in barnacles to garments hiding trace evidence — and explains why context, culture, and condition matter. Highlights: (0:00) Welcome to Pathology with Dr. Priya, a Zone 7 series (1:00) "The clothes tell me something before I even start the exam.” (3:15) Stains, fibers, and fabric that preserve hidden evidence (5:15) When clothing speaks louder than the wounds (9:00) Smelling out the truth: detecting accelerants in fire cases (10:45) Finding the unseen with alternate light sources (12:30) What traditional dress can reveal in an investigation (14:30) Paradoxical undressing and mismatched environments (16:15) Rips, tears, and the unmistakable signs of struggle About the Hosts Dr. Priya Banerjee is a board-certified forensic pathologist with extensive experience in death investigation, clinical forensics, and courtroom testimony. A graduate of Johns Hopkins, she served for over a decade as Rhode Island’s state medical examiner and now runs a private forensic pathology practice. Her work includes military deaths, NSA cases, and high-profile investigations. Dr. Priya has also been featured as a forensic expert on platforms such as CrimeOnline and Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She is a dedicated educator, animal lover, and proud mom. Website: anchorforensicpathology.comTwitter/X: @Autopsy_MD Sheryl McCollum is an Emmy Award–winning CSI, a writer for CrimeOnline, and the Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. She works as a CSI for a metro Atlanta Police Department and is the co-author of the textbook Cold Case: Pathways to Justice. Sheryl is also the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute (CCIRI), a nationally recognized nonprofit that brings together universities, law enforcement, and experts to help solve unsolved homicides, missing persons cases, and kidnappings. Email: coldcase2004@gmail.comTwitter/X: @ColdCaseTipsFacebook: @sheryl.mccollumInstagram: @officialzone7podcast

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

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

Join our January Virtual Pep Rally by supporting on Substack or Patreon! andyjpizza.substack.com https://www.patreon.com/c/creativepeptalk Special edition of Ask Dr. Pizza! Mega creative, long time listener Jen Kwok asks Andy questions around navigating transitions, parenting as a creative, getting stuff done and the key to keep longer projects interesting. SHOW NOTES: Co-Writing / Editing: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.co Audio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.co Soundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? http://whywithaquestionmark.com Jen Kwok https://www.jenkwok.com SPONSORS: SQUARESPACE Head to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices