Podcasts about perceived

How much of your life are you living based on what you think other people might think about you?

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to Joey Porter Jr.’s comments on Chase & Higgins, Jalen Hurts checks reporter, Lamar Jackson on Cowboys, Kirk Cousins’ childhood crush and more! Download PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NIGHTCAP 0:00 - Kyler Murray Grateful to Be 2-0 After Concussion Return7:24 - Justin Fields Emerges as Name to Watch for Giants14:09 - Jalen Hurts Schools Reporter on Meaning of “Perceived”22:45 - Lamar Jackson Questions Cowboys’ “America’s Team” Label25:27 - Kirk Cousins Reveals His Surprising Celebrity Crush31:59 - Vlad Jr. on $500M Deal: “They Paid Me for What I Did”40:56 - JJ Redick Rules Out All-White Lakers Starting 544:19 - Q and Ayyy (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Support The Show On Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/AaronMachbitz In this episode, I explore the complex realities of suicidal thoughts, debunk myths and emphasize the importance of understanding mental health. I share personal insights, clinical perspectives, and practical ways to support those in distress. - Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction to the misconceptions about suicide 01:03 Understanding intrusive vs impulsive thoughts 02:30 The core desire: pain relief, not death 03:29 Debunking the myth: Suicide is selfish 04:27 Perceived burdensomeness and mental distortions 05:26 Personal perspective: Suicide is about protection, not selfishness 06:52 The survivor's perspective and the importance of micro connections 07:51 The role of support and connection in prevention 08:48 Encouragement to seek help and continue the conversation -

Your client usually tells you the symptom. But what if the breakthrough isn't in helping her think differently about the problem? What if there is a pattern underneath the problem? Find out how. Tune in! Tap + Twerk Certification now open on presale through 9/25! Free Activation: Tap + Twerk to Take your Body of Work Global Grab Your Copy of the RICHCODED Best Selling Book! Apply to the RICHCODED Mastermind Connect on Instagram

Dr. Nicole Rivera and Dr. Nick Carruthers break down why so many people jolt awake between 2 and 3am with worry, fear or full-blown panic — the melatonin-to-cortisol handoff, the brain's overnight detox pathway, and the subconscious material showing up in your dreams. What this episode is about Waking at 2 or 3 in the morning with worry, fear or panic is one of the most common things we hear after fifteen years of practice. Most people reach for the obvious explanations — too much wine, too much caffeine, ate too late. In this episode Dr. Nicole Rivera and Dr. Nick Carruthers walk through the two layers they actually look at. Layer one — the biochemical story Melatonin does more than make you sleepy. It is also part of how the brain clears what it accumulated during the day. Where the load comes from: heavy metals, dental materials, mouth and sinus products, everyday chemical exposure, and what travels up from the gut. When melatonin gets used up early, cortisol — the hormone that wakes you — arrives hours ahead of schedule. Instead of rising at 5 or 6am, it rises at 2 or 3am, and you wake with a racing mind. Why reaching for a melatonin supplement is a band-aid: it can speed the process up without any of the drainage pathways being open first. Kidneys, liver, lymphatics, neck and sinuses come first. Layer two — the subconscious story The emotion you wake up in is information. What were you dreaming about? Perceived imbalance — the moments we labelled purely good or purely bad — keeps running at night. Balancing the perception is what settles it. Clarity builds confidence, confidence allows action. Write the fragment down in the morning, even one image, and decode it in the INNSPO app. Mentioned in this episode Prior episode: "Your Brain Can't Poop" — the deeper dive on brain detoxification INNSPO dream decode and daily practice Your Integrative Life Compass — 13 questions, about 4 minutes, no email required Next step If you wake up at 3am and nobody has been able to tell you why, start with Your Integrative Life Compass at integrativeyou.health/compass. It points you at the pattern rather than another supplement. See Healthcare Differently. Links from this episode Full episode page, transcript and resources Watch this episode on YouTube DNA Precision Free: Your Integrative Life Compass — 13 questions, 4 minutes Go deeper with the DNA Precision Program — epigenetic hair analysis, heavy metal mapping, and lab-validated protocols. waking up at 3am · 3am anxiety · waking up with panic at night · melatonin brain detox · glymphatic system · cortisol spike early morning · circadian rhythm · middle of the night anxiety · dream analysis · root cause insomnia · functional medicine sleep · Integrative You Radio Integrative You — helping self-led families build lives they do not need to recover from. integrativeyou.health

You can't out-tough sleep.That's Todd Anderson's whole argument, and he makes it as a guy who tried. A walk-on fullback at Michigan State who signed with the Rams of the NFL in 2012, Todd spent a decade in strength and conditioning before deciding the highest-leverage hour of an athlete's day is the one they spend unconsciously. He's now co-founder and CEO of Dream Performance & Recovery and is working toward a PhD in sleep psychology.Dominic caught him marathon mid-buildup—Todd's training for Chicago, Dominic for Columbus—and the conversation goes deep on why runners are the worst offenders. Perceived exertion and pain tolerance are among the first things to degrade when you're underslept, so chronic short sleep doesn't just cap your ceiling, it makes every mile hurt more. Todd's comparison: it's like training every day in 100-degree heat.They get into the seven-hour floor and where that number actually comes from, the 2024 lab studies where unrestricted sleepers settled at eight and a half hours, and how to tell whether you're carrying sleep debt. Todd breaks down the mechanics of nasal breathing—nitric oxide, CO2 tolerance, and why the strips may do more for you asleep than on the run—plus why 80% of people have a deviated septum and don't know it.Also, why screen damage is dose-dependent; what you watch matters as much as the light; Todd's hypothesis that marathon records would fall faster in the afternoon; and how long he thinks Dominic would survive in a 230-degree sauna.Tap into the Todd Anderson Special. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it.S H O W  N O T E S   -The Run Down By The Running Effect (our new newsletter!): https://tinyurl.com/mr36s9rs-Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run-THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Take our podcast survey: https://tinyurl.com/3ua62ffzBehind the scenes of The Running Effect: https://youtube.com/@dominicschlueter?si=PM9FjPc92eFUFEZLuminaryThreads: luminarythreads.shop$20 off your next Attuned scan: https://attuned.health/discount/TRE20?ref=TRE20Personal & Coaching Site: ToddAnderson42.com Company Store: DreamRecovery.io Instagram: @toddanderson42

Join us for an enlightening discussion with Bill Kidd, former Scottish MSP and Nobel Peace Prize nominee, as he shares his expertise on one of the most pressing global issues: nuclear weapons and energy policy. In this Pensioners for Independence meeting, Bill draws on his extensive background in peace activism to explore the complex intersections of nuclear weapons proliferation, energy security, and international diplomacy. As a key advocate for the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW), he offers valuable insights into the mechanisms of nuclear disarmament and the challenges facing the global peace movement. Throughout the episode, Bill addresses audience questions on topics including: 00:04:09  Nuclear power incidents 00:05:45  Kazakhstan - USSR test bombs 00:07:43  Nuclear power plants - illusions of safety 00:09:44  UK government plans for nuclear bomb testing in Sutherland 00:11:08  The radioactive legacy of nuclear power 00:14:32  Retiring from Holyrood, not from campaigning 00:15:45  Humanity cannot live indefinitely with nuclear weapons or nuclear power Questions from the audience: 00:17:55 What vested interests do we need to be aware of? 00:24:41  Modular reactors in Scotland 00:27:09  Presenting anti nuclear views 00:32:45  Perceived influence through nuclear weapons 00:35:17  Impact on UK if weapons removed from the Clyde 00:37:31  Dark money and political parties 00:39:32  Would we rent out Faslane to UK? 00:42:45  Is nuclear weapons use now more likely? 00:48:25  Did NATO aggression start the Russian attack on Ukraine? 00:52:51  Reform UK's plans for Scotland The Indypodcasters team produce a NEW podcast episode every Friday search for Scottish Independence Podcasts wherever you get your podcasts.  Remember to like and subscribe! Get in touch: Email:  indypodcasters@gmail.com  Bluesky: @scottishindypod Visit our website https://scottishindypod.scot for blogposts, newsletter signup and more episodes Subscribe for free to our Youtube channel @scottishindypodExtra for more of our video footage and clips.  Video premieres most Tuesdays at 8pm We're also on TikTok : scotindypodcasters If you've enjoyed this podcast you might like to buy us a coffee?   https://ko-fi.com/scottishindependencepodcasts or choose us as your Easyfundraising good cause. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod Scottish Independence Podcasts is pro independence but not party political.  Opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily represent our views.  

Introducing our new series, Kink Journeys, where each week we'll follow a listener of pod as they go through a pivotal moment in their journey. This week, we're catching up with Grey as he heads out in the midst of a snowstorm, ready to be PERCEIVED. Where? Where else but a Heated Rivalry rave. The horny queers are out, and your boy is among them. Tune in to see what happens, and follow him at @greytheteaman. Lina is currently on maternity leave! If you're curious about all that, she has curated a series of written posts releasing every 1.5 weeks on Patreon and Substack, many of which are free, and several contain bonus content. You can still get all our regular bonus content in both those places, except Patreon has the Discord server and Substack does not. Submit questions for this podcast by going to memo.fm/askasub and recording a voice memo. We will be back to our regularly scheduled programming in mid-October.  Even though Lina is on leave, she's still offering a limited quantity of Ask A Sub Office Hours. Book your one-off slot or package here. Or join Patreon on the BFF tier to get an included session every month alongside all your other benefits.  Follow us on Instagram at @askasub2.0 CREDITS Created, Hosted, Produced and Edited by Lina Dune With Additional Support from Mr. Dune Artwork by Kayleigh Denner Music by Dan Molad

Oded Friedland founded Monkey Business in 1994 after graduating from Bezalel with a degree in industrial design. A former three time European kneeboard surfing champion, he built a company on a simple idea: everyday objects can solve small problems while making people smile.The episode explores how Friedland turned humor into a repeatable design methodology rather than a one time gag, and why finding a good problem matters more than finding a clever solution.The conversation covers the shift from hand drawn blueprints to CAD and AI, the compressed timelines that came with the internet, and the wave of competition now arriving from China's fast growing design industry. Friedland also breaks down how Monkey Business moved from museum and design stores into Amazon and mass retail, and why some of the company's best sellers in physical stores fail online simply because they have no search keyword attached to them.Listeners will walk away with a clearer view of how to build products that appeal to both the brain and the heart, how to predict a product's failure before it launches, and why perceived value, not just price, decides whether a design succeeds commercially.Website: https://expanio.com/Podcast website: https://expanio.com/commerce-untold-podcast/Eitan Koter's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eitankoter/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CommerceUntoldGuest: Oded Friedland, Founder, Monkey BusinessOded Friedland's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oded-friedland/Monkey Business: https://www.linkedin.com/company/monkey-business-design/Key Takeaways:Good problems, not clever solutions, are the real bottleneck in product design.A product's commercial success can't be predicted, but its failure often can, if you know what to look for.Search driven marketplaces like Amazon punish products that have no obvious keyword, even if they were retail bestsellers.The strongest products connect on two levels at once, appealing to the brain through function and the heart through desirability.Chinese manufacturing and design competition has shifted from cheap to cheap and increasingly high quality, and it will keep intensifying.Perceived value, not raw price, determines whether a product succeeds, and both price and packaging can be adjusted to protect it.Chapters:[01:16] A three-time European kneeboard surfing champion[02:49] From Freddie Maid to Monkey Business[09:04] Product spotlight: Morris the donkey and the carrot sharpener[12:25] From hand-drawn blueprints to CAD and AI[18:17] The rise of Chinese design competition[20:46] Finding good problems and designing for the brain and heart[27:20] Why you can predict failure but not success[34:32] From museum stores to Amazon, SEO, and knockoffs

-Give your clothes a second life with Vinted. Download the Vinted app for free to start selling with no seller fees, so you keep everything you earn: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/vinted-pre-loved-marketplace/id632064380 https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fr.vinted&pcampaignid=web_share -Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/WHATMYSISSAID  Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount What's up Kavari Krew!! Welcome to What My Sis Said Podcast hosted by sister's Nazanin and Yasmin Kavari ♡ Can sexual compatibility make or break a relationship? Does marrying outside your culture make relationships harder? Unrealistic standards, nepotism and why everyone is suddenly obsessed with being perceived. This episode is full of hot takes!  Some things are worth every penny… and others have us seriously questioning who is paying for this. This week the sisters get into the things they'll happily spend money on, what's actually worth the investment, and where they draw the line. “What My Sis Said” is a podcast where sisters- Nazanin and Yasmin Kavari, dive deep into the many aspects of womanhood. We share personal stories, discuss relatable topics, and create a sense of sisterhood for the listeners. From navigating career aspirations in social media to embracing self-care rituals, they explore it all! Tune in every Tuesday for laughs, insights, and the comforting feeling of knowing you're never alone on this journey called life. You'll always have your good sis!

Every price tag carries a risk question in your buyer's mind. Shrink that risk with these 10 shifts, and make buying from you the easy, obvious choice. Join Grow: https://peggyrejames.com/grow-membershipReady to work less and make more through a scalable business model? Enrollment is open for GROW Business & Marketing Academy - Click here to join.Connect with me on Instagram: @peggyrejamesJoin the community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sixfigureshiftcommunity/

(00:00-20:23) Iggy is reporting that The Foo Fighters will be opening for AC/DC in St. Louis. What concert would get you excited, boi? Those pesky pop ups. What about the kid that played the banjo in Deliverance? Did Burt Reynolds ever sit down at the picnic table in Jupiter? Wax museums. Why do you hate the inbreeds? Mortgages....yuck. A perceived lack of gratefulness. Heat SZN. 26 divorces.(20:31-33:07) Dan Rapaport put together a nice little rap. Left in puddles. J. Bennett Burkett is kinda catching on. The more you hear it, the more it starts to grow on you.(33:17-54:12) Jackson despises Limp Bizkit and would rather listen to someone clip their own toenails. Martin can't get off this wax museum on the landing thing. The players are on the course at Bellerive. Martin's expecting a quick one today in Cincinnati. Lineup's out. TALK ABOUT MY WIFE!!! Will there be any mullets out at the BMW? Do women care about haircuts? We've got a couple of BMW passes to give away for today's round.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

2026-08-16 Help My Unbeliefby Pastor Chris BergScripture: Mark 9:14-2914 When they came to the other disciples, they saw a large crowd around them and the teachers of the law arguing with them. 15 As soon as all the people saw Jesus, they were overwhelmed with wonder and ran to greet him.16 “What are you arguing with them about?” he asked.17 A man in the crowd answered, “Teacher, I brought you my son, who is possessed by a spirit that has robbed him of speech. 18 Whenever it seizes him, it throws him to the ground. He foams at the mouth, gnashes his teeth and becomes rigid. I asked your disciples to drive out the spirit, but they could not.”19 “You unbelieving generation,” Jesus replied, “how long shall I stay with you? How long shall I put up with you? Bring the boy to me.”20 So they brought him. When the spirit saw Jesus, it immediately threw the boy into a convulsion. He fell to the ground and rolled around, foaming at the mouth.21 Jesus asked the boy's father, “How long has he been like this?”“From childhood,” he answered. 22 “It has often thrown him into fire or water to kill him. But if you can do anything, take pity on us and help us.”23 “‘If you can'?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.”24 Immediately the boy's father exclaimed, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!”25 When Jesus saw that a crowd was running to the scene, he rebuked the impure spirit. “You deaf and mute spirit,” he said, “I command you, come out of him and never enter him again.”26 The spirit shrieked, convulsed him violently and came out. The boy looked so much like a corpse that many said, “He's dead.” 27 But Jesus took him by the hand and lifted him to his feet, and he stood up.28 After Jesus had gone indoors, his disciples asked him privately, “Why couldn't we drive it out?”29 He replied, “This kind can come out only by prayer.”----Notes, outline and a summary from this sermon are made by Pocket AI and found here:This teaching explores Mark 9:14-29, focusing on the transition from the glory of the Transfiguration back to the reality of human suffering and the necessity of faith-driven dependence on God.The Return from GloryThe narrative begins with Jesus, Peter, James, and John descending from the Mount of Transfiguration. The transition is likened to a college student returning home or an employee returning from vacation: the "high" of the experience is met with a world that remains unchanged and often chaotic. While the three disciples witnessed Christ's eternal majesty, they returned to a valley where the religious establishment remained dismissive and the remaining disciples were struggling.The Perceived vs. Real ProblemUpon returning, Jesus finds the disciples arguing with scribes over their inability to heal a demon-possessed boy.The Perceived Problem: The disciples' failure to cast out the spirit and the boy's physical suffering (seizures, foaming at the mouth, and being mute).The Real Problem: Jesus identifies the root issue as a "faithless generation." He rebukes the lack of belief that permeated the crowd, the scribes, and even his own followers.The Nature of Faith and ObedienceThe interaction with the boy's father highlights the struggle between belief and doubt. When the father asks, "If you can do anything, have compassion," Jesus challenges the "if," stating that all things are possible for one who believes.Honest Faith: The father's response—"I believe; help my unbelief"—is presented as the model for the believer. It acknowledges both a core trust in Christ and the reality of human doubt.Faith as Action: Faith is not defined as mere intellectual assent or "faith in faith." Instead, it is a transition from knowledge to reckoning—putting biblical truth into practice. True faith inevitably leads to obedient action rather than inaction.The Sovereignty of God: Drawing from the example of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego (Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah), the teaching emphasizes that while God is able to deliver, faith does not presume he must act in a specific way. The commitment is to remain obedient regardless of the outcome.The Necessity of PrayerThe disciples later ask why they were unable to cast out the demon despite having done so previously. Jesus responds that "this kind cannot be driven out by anything but prayer."Prayer as Dependence: The failure of the disciples was a failure of dependence. By not praying, they were relying on their own past successes or inherent power rather than God.The Lesson of Ai: The sermon parallels this with the Israelites' defeat at Ai (Joshua 7). After the miraculous victory at Jericho, they moved against Ai without seeking God, leading to a humiliating defeat because they were no longer operating in total dependence.Conclusion: A disciple who prays is a disciple who depends. Prayer is the natural inclination of one who recognizes they can do nothing apart from Christ.------Mandeville Bible Church   "Where God's Word is Our Foundation"https://www.mandevillebiblechurch.org/Come and see that God's Word is alive and at work right here in Mandeville.. and throughout the world!All are welcome. 217 Carroll Street, Mandeville, LA 70448Church Office: (985) 626-3114Sunday Service: 9:30AMAdult Sunday School: 10:45-11:30AMNursery and Children's church available.

Hour 2: John discusses all the news coming out of 49ers training camp. Plus, FP Santangelo joins the show to break down how Buster Posey's tenure as a GM is being perceived by the league and the fans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2: John discusses all the news coming out of 49ers training camp. Plus, FP Santangelo joins the show to break down how Buster Posey's tenure as a GM is being perceived by the league and the fans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are:   Articles: Obesity is associated with an increased risk of early pregnancy loss after euploid frozen embryo transfer Testosterone-to-follicle stimulating hormone ratio predict sperm retrieval success in men with idiopathic nonobstructive azoospermia Postfertilization telomere marker testing in human embryos: a pilot study of a novel embryo evaluation assay Prognostic utility of serum beta human chorionic gonadotropin level following single euploid embryo transfer for live birth Emulating a target trial of surgical removal of uterine fibroids and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease Perceived weight gain and oral contraceptive pill discontinuation among women with and without polycystic ovary syndrome in a national survey View August 2026 Volume 124 Issue 2 of Fertility and Sterility at https://www.fertstert.org/issue/S0015-0282(25)X0008-X View Fertility and Sterility at https://www.fertstert.org/  

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Some breakups come after a long period of unhappiness in the relationship. Other times, they seem to come out of nowhere. The latter is becoming more common with “blindside divorces” on the rise. That's what VICE writer Ashley Fike and I are chatting about today. Ashley and I talk about the many dynamics of a breakup that seems sudden, from all angles including the perspective of the one ending things. AND we give powerful, practical guidance for anyone struggling with a sudden breakup. We discuss: 

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SHOW NOTES: In professional services (and even in most product companies) trying to "raise the price" is the wrong place to start. You need to begin by raising perceived value. Value is the improvement in the customer's/client's condition. Perceived means they can identify it. "Lead magnets" and "loss leaders" are from the 50s. Go watch Soupy Sales. You need to build value and tell them and show them that value. It's often in what the product or service does (tax returns, wrenches) but usually is what it creates (saving money, more efficient construction). A luxury is a luxury until you use it the second time when it becomes a necessity. Value consists of new ideas, better practices, new interpretations, reframing—not solutions on the spot. Not obvious events. You need to become an "object of interest" so that they want you around. If your brand is strong, they want to brag about being a part of it. Just ask Bentley.

In this episode of the National Crawford Roundtable Podcast the guys review the latest with the Iran War. They discuss the upcoming mid-term election--are rising gas prices going to affect their outcome? The guys look into the current situation with wildfires--is it due to a lack of proper forest management (to appease environmentalists)? And they talk about the positive perception of America after the 2026 World Cup.

Hello! I'm Jennifer Reid, a psychiatrist, educator, podcast host and author. (jenniferreidmd.com)Welcome to my A Mind of Her Own podcast series, Guilt Free, For Real.You may not realize just how often guilt shows up in your life, but once you see it, you'll never forget.Subscribe to hear future episodes walking you through my book Guilt Free. Why Did I Write This Book?As a psychiatrist, I was hearing from so many women in my practice, my personal life, (my mirror,) this feeling of “I'm doing so much. I keep taking on more and more and it just does not feel like enough.” Is this something you've ever experienced? I find that when I ask women in these situations, “What is it you think you've done wrong?” The answer might be, “Nothing?” or, “Everything?” I started to realize that this was actually guilt. That women were feeling like, “No matter what I'm doing, I'm not getting it right. I'm missing something. I'm doing it the wrong way. I'm falling behind.” During the COVID pandemic, I was home seeing patients in my private practice. My kids were knocking on the door frequently for things like cookies or snacks or questions. I just felt like I wasn't doing anything well. I probably wasn't exercising the way I was supposed to. I certainly wasn't learning how to make sourdough or any of these other sort of performative actions that people were taking. And I found that so many women I was trying to care for were feeling the same way. When I really tried to break it down into the most simple terms possible, I came up with something called The Guilt Equation. The Guilt Equation is just a way for you to take that guilty thought and examine it to understand, “Where is it coming from? Why am I feeling this way all the time?” This is the equation: Guilt equals our expectations of ourselves in a particular role minus our perceived reality. Perceived reality in this case means what are we noticing? What do we believe to be true? If we believe to be true, “I'm not doing anything well. I'm the worst at everything. I'm a terrible mom. I'm not a great sister. I'm not doing a good job at work. I'm not ambitious enough. I'm too ambitious,” then this becomes our reality. When it comes to guilt, then, it lives in the difference between our expectations of ourselves and how well we believe we're measuring up. The important thing here though is these expectations are not those that we've just created out of thin air. These are items that we have been taught throughout our lives to carry. Expectations of the different ways that we are supposed to show up as women in our lives. Not only are we taught this, but it's reinforced in our interactions with people in the world around us. These expectations can grow so sky high that we feel like we're never measuring up. And when we see that not reaching perfection as some kind of failure, we can feel like we're constantly failing. This is what I hear from women, the sense of constantly failing or falling behind or not getting things right. My goal in writing the book was to help them understand that this is guilt. It's not that we're ever going to eliminate guilt entirely from our lives. In fact, some guilt is adaptive. It may be one of the key reasons that we as a society have lasted and thrived the way we have. Because when we feel guilty, we're saying to ourselves, “I've done something wrong. I've made a mistake. I need to make a repair.” It causes us to move toward someone else, to maybe apologize, to try and do something better. But yet, this isn't always the case in our modern life. We may not feel guilty for a specific reason. We may feel guilty about everything. Therefore, it's not something that we can apologize for, repair, and move on. It's not specific. It's not something we can truly address. It's everywhere. It's constant. I think this is so important for us to realize. That this is not because we are getting something wrong. This is because we're perpetually trying to live up to and reach these sky-high expectations that others are holding for us and that we've absorbed as the only way to be. As if the only way to be loved and valuable is to take care of everyone around us, and the only way to be of interest to someone else romantically is to have a perfect body, to be the perfect sexual being, to be the perfect partner. The importance of understanding that this is guilt then allows us to address it, to recognize these expectations are not fair, they're not reachable, and we have the power to create our own expectations based on who we are and who we want to be. What are our values? What is it that we want to do to show up in that particular role, and then do it to the best of our abilities. (But not with this idea that we could somehow reach perfection.) This was important for me to share so that women know that this is guilt. In fact, many I've spoken to since releasing the book have said, “I didn't think I had much guilt because I didn't realize that's what this was. I didn't realize this constant feeling was actually guilt. And now that I know, that is so important because I can start to say, Hey, What do I have to feel guilty about? What are my expectations here? And also notice what am I'm doing well? How am I showing up for myself and for others?” Because when we dismiss that and only pay attention to ways we believe we're falling short, of course we're going to feel like we're constantly failing. Remember, we didn't do this to ourselves. This is not because we are getting something wrong. But we have ways to push back, to reset those expectations, pay more attention to the things that we're doing well, and show up differently in our lives, making decisions based on what we want and what we need, what we desire and what brings us joy, and not what we think we should be doing. If you have interest in learning more about how to manage, understand your guilt, look for future episodes of Guilt Free, For Real. You can also check out my book, Guilt Free, available broadly, including an audiobook, which I read, and ebook, and I'd love to hear your feedback. Thanks for reading and listening to A Mind of Her Own! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.Connect with Jennifer Reid, MDDr. Jennifer Reid is a physician, the host of A Mind of Her Own, and the author of Guilt Free: Reclaiming Your Life from Unreasonable Expectations — available at major retailers.

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The Rise of the "Available Man": Warren G. Harding Guest: David Pietrusza With Roosevelt dead and Wilsonincapacitated, the Republican Party sought a candidate who could unify their ranks during what was perceived as "their year." Warren G. Harding emerged not as a frontrunner, but as the "available man" — a likable, non-alienating figure from the critical battleground state of Ohio. His campaign manager, Harry Daugherty, strategically positioned him as a middle-ground accommodator while other candidates, like Leonard Wood and Frank Lowden, were damaged by campaign spending scandals. Pietrusza highlights that both parties focused on Ohio as the ultimate prize, leading to the eventual nomination of two Ohio newspaper publishers. Though Harding's personal life involved numerous extramarital affairs and secret children, these did not become public issues in 1920. His wife, Florence Harding, acted as a political "rock," maintaining their partnership to pursue higher office despite her awareness of his conduct. (2)1920

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://lewishowes.com/podcast/master-your-mind-and-defy-the-odds-with-david-goggins/ David Goggins details pushing past perceived limits, fearing his potential was left untapped. He shares running with broken bones to graduate Navy SEAL training, unlocked by visualizing exceeding expectations despite disadvantages. Goggins avoided self-imposed caps by embracing the mindset “if my mind can conceive it, my body can achieve it.” He details using pain as fuel, wanting to prove even the weakest can become the hardest through mental resilience. Goggins emphasizes flipping weakness into strength using mind games, backed by extreme actions. He refuses to accept excuses that limit potential, believing there is no cap if you leverage the mind's power over the body. Sign up for the Greatness newsletter! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jonathan Sayeh and Bill Roggio analyze Iran's perceived "escalation dominance" in the Strait of Hormuz after the US lifted its naval blockade. Schanzer argues Iran uses the waterway as leverage to derail nuclear talks. Roggio critiques the US admission that there is no military solution to the waterway. 5

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  The Death of a Legend at Kealakekua Bay. Guest Author: Hampton Sides. Cook returned to Hawaii in 1779, arriving during the Makahiki festival. The Hawaiians perceived him as the god Lono, and Cook played along to restock his ships. Tensions rose after the festival ended and a broken mast forced a return to the bay. The theft of a boat led Cook to attempt to kidnap the Hawaiian King, resulting in a violent melee on the beach. Cook, who could not swim, was killed by warriors. Today, a monument stands at the site, though it remains a place of controversy for Native Hawaiians who view Cook as a symbol of colonialism. The voyage concluded as a foundational event of the Enlightenment and a tragic end for a complex explorer. 81860 COOK MONUMENT

Send us Fan MailYou think you've graduated. You did the therapy, you learned the skills, you got to a good place, and you stayed there for a while. Then one week knocks you flat, and you're spiraling again, and the first thing you think isn't "this is hard," it's "what is wrong with me that I'm back here?"Join Anna and Tim as they pull apart the fantasy of having arrived, the one where doing the work is supposed to mean you never struggle again. They get into the two clients who came back last week, embarrassed they'd backslid, why the skills sometimes vanish the second you actually need them, and why a rough week is not proof you're back at square one. Real growth was never about feeling nothing. It's messy, and most people are way further along than they let themselves see.This Episode Covers:The fantasy of having arrived and why it leaves you feeling like you failed.Perceived backsliding versus actually backsliding.Why you can know all the skills and still go right back to the spiral five seconds later.What real growth actually looks like when it's messy instead of perfect.How we laser beam onto the one screw up and forget the rest of the bucket.The compare and despair that social media keeps feeding.Asking what if nothing has gone wrong, and life is just happening.The shift from "why am I still dealing with this" to "how am I dealing with this differently".Until next time, here's to deeper connections and personal growth.Mad love!Book a Discovery Call for Coaching/Therapy: https://calendly.com/badassconfidencecoach/coachingThe podcast is now on YouTube! If you prefer to watch, head over to https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw3CabcJueib20U_L3WeaR-lNG_B3zYquDon't forget to subscribe to the Badass Confidence Coach podcast on your favorite podcast platform!CONNECT WITH ANNA:Instagram https://www.instagram.com/askannamarcolin/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/tag/askannamarcolinEmail hello@annamarcolin.comWebsite https://www.annamarcolin.com

Have you checked off all the boxes of conventional success but still find yourself quietly asking, "Is this it?"In this episode, host Kimberly sits down with Meghan DeFord—speaker, coach, host of the Wait! What Do You Do Again? podcast, and founder of DeFord Coaching and Consulting. Meghan shares her powerful journey from leading multimillion-dollar nonprofit campaigns to confronting a sudden life upheaval during COVID, including an unexpected layoff and divorce. Together, Kimberly and Meghan explore how societal conditioning traps us on a consumer-driven hamster wheel, why women specifically face intense pressure to perform for others, and how you can use curiosity and core values as a compass to stop performing your life and start authentically living it.Key TakeawaysThe "Surface-Level" Trap: We often hide our true feelings behind generic answers like "I'm good" or find ourselves constantly chasing the next consumer milestone (a new house, a vacation) without stopping to check how we actually feel.Worth vs. Productivity: Societal and systemic formatting conditions women from a young age to tie their self-worth to how productive they can be for other people, leading to persistent imposter syndrome even at the highest levels of success.Perceived vs. Real Restrictions: While life brings real logistical and financial boundaries, we frequently talk ourselves out of tracking new paths due to perceived stories and boundaries we've built in our own heads.Values as a Compass: Aligning your daily schedule with your core values—rather than an imaginary societal timeline—makes decision-making cleaner, easier, and inherently more fulfilling.The Power of the Reframe: Shifting from self-criticism to a mindset of curiosity allows us to transform minor daily mistakes (like forgetting something or letting food spoil) into simple, stress-free learning experiences.Episode Highlights & Timestamps[00:00:00] – IntroductionKimberly introduces Meghan DeFord and frames the core theme of the show: breaking free from a life that looks great on paper to build one that actually feels like ours.[00:03:55] – Meghan's Personal ReckoningMeghan opens up about her personal turning point during COVID, navigating a sudden divorce and unexpected career layoff while managing a depression diagnosis, forcing her to rediscover who she was outside of her career title.[00:10:45] – The Conditioning of Women & The C-SuiteA deep dive into why women consistently deprioritize their own desires. Meghan reflects on her time working with C-suite executives and the discrepancy in how ambitious mothers are perceived versus their male peers.[00:22:00] – Overcoming the Immediate "No"Meghan shares a practical story about designing a personal Q1/Q2 "business retreat" at home, illustrating how to identify the "why" underneath a dream when a massive expense (like jetting off to Europe) isn't realistic.[00:26:40] – Mapping Your ValuesMeghan breaks down her foundational coaching practice: selecting top core values from a list of 100 to guide your calendar and intentions. She shares her personal top five: Authenticity, Adventure, Optimism, Belonging, and Impact.[00:34:20] – The Grape ReframeA humorous look at mindset work in daily life—how cleaning rotten grapes out of the fridge shifted from a moment of self-judgment to a simple note on weekly grocery habits.[00:36:00] – Visualizing the Audacious FutureKimberly and Meghan walk through a future-self visualization exercise. Kimberly shares her dream of a private beach cabin for her grandkids, and Meghan reveals her five-year dream of hosting international retreats for women in Italy or Spain.[00:49:15] – Closing Thoughts: Fall in Love with Your LifeMeghan reminds listeners that choosing intentionality doesn't mean you have to throw a grenade at your current life—it can start as simply as trying a new restaurant or adjusting your morning alarm.Connect with Our Guesthttps://www.megdeford.com/Podcast: Wait! What Do You Do Again?Socials: @megdefordJoin the conversation: Come hang out with us in the Living the Good Life Facebook community for:Episode previewsBonus contentGuest Q&A opportunitiesA community of people choosing to live with more intention and joyJoin the Living the Good Life FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LTGLCommunityEvery episode proudly sponsored by http://SwitchtoUSAMade.comContact Kimberly Henrie at https://livingthegoodlife.us/If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to leave a review or share it with someone who might need a little nudge toward their own version of the good life.

In this episode discuss the difference between being seen and being perceived, and why I've spent most of my life quietly making myself invisible even when I desperately wanted to take up space.I talk about growing up with body insecurities, learning disabilities, social anxiety, and neurodivergence - and how all of that stacked up into a subconscious decision I made about myself before I even knew I was making it. We're stepping into the spotlight whether we're ready or not.

Here's something you need to know: the online market has become more sophisticated and being a specialist is no longer enough to place you at the top of your niche. Now there's many specialists... it's taking a whole new level of specificity and OWNERSHIP to create the sort of distinction that gets you noticed and perceived as an expert. The timing of this episode is important because this year I've noticed many more women are ready to step boldly into the spotlight, but are falling short because they're failing to differentiate. Simply posting more, being on more podcasts and creating 'visibility' doesn't lead to clients UNLESS you're distinctly different from everyone else! Over the years, I've worked with many brilliant women who were hesitant to lean into their unique expertise because of old fears and judgements. It felt safer to be inclusive, to be for 'everyone', yet it was exactly this desire to be selected by more people that was causing them to be overlooked. Simply - it's time to take a stance. But knowing exactly where you stand is only half the battle! When you tune into this episode we'll take it a whole lot deeper and I'll show you how finding your unique place of personal power can make you irreplaceable. Here's what you'll get in episode 302: Why does distinction shape the quality of clients you attract? I share the connection between your perceived difference and the people who want to work with you. How can you tell if you're still blending in with the crowd, or if you've truly claimed your own category? I lay out the signs and the powerful feeling to look for. What's stopping women from naming themselves as experts, and how can you move past those barriers? Let's call out the old stories and step forward confidently. How will mastering your unique expertise help you create a business that's profitable, flexible, and fulfilling? I promise it's not as out of reach as you might think. Ready to discover where you stand and how to step into your own expert era? Hit play and let's get into it! ………………………………………… Master Your Marketing - THE Training for women who are tired of being overlooked! Discover what creates distinction, demand and buyer trust in today's market, for female coaches ready to step into their Expert Era. Sign up now: https://jessicaosborn.com/mym ………………………………………… Are you a woman in business? YOU'RE INVITED! JOIN our guests and other listeners in She's The Business Community on Facebook and let's continue the conversation! Https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesthebusinesscommunity ................................................. Loving this podcast? We'd love it if you'd give us a 5 star rating and help others find it too! Simply hit the 5 stars and (if you have 10 seconds to spare) add a few words as a review. Interested in being a guest? All the info is here: https://www.jessicaosborn.com/STB-guest-application ......................................................... About your host: Jessica Osborn is a marketing strategist and positioning expert - helping online coaches become unmistakable leaders in their niche. With over 25 years in marketing and 15 years as a successful entrepreneur, she shares deep insights and timeless principles to help you grow a sustainable and wildly profitable business . As an active mother of two she's passionate about efficient, lean service models that produce multiple six-figure income without sacrificing your family time! Learn more & book an intro call: https://jessicaosborn.com Instagram or Threads: https://instagram.com/jessica.osborn LinkedIn: Https://linkedin.com/in/jessicaaosborn Facebook: https://facebook.com/jessicaosborn.bxcoach

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Not Forgiving Someone HURTS YOU and NOT Your Perceived Offender; Forgive Like Jesus Who Forgives You, Unconditionally MESSAGE SUMMARY: If God has forgiven you, why do you have to confess your sins? Confession is for you. For you to forgive, as the Christ forgives you. Your forgiving others means that you release others from the offense that you believe they have committed. Jesus set the “forgiveness standard” for you as Paul tells us in Ephesians 4:31-32: “Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.". Someone said that “holding a grudge and not forgiving is like drinking poison yourself to kill your enemy”. However, your forgiveness is not conditioned on the offender coming and asking you for their forgiveness – if you are like Jesus, you have already forgiven the offender. If you do not forgive like Jesus, the offense festers and turns into resentment; and these unhealthy feelings are happening in you and not in the perceived offender because you have not forgiven your perceived offender as instructed be Jesus – “forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you”.    TODAY'S PRAYER: Lord, fill me with the simple trust that even out of the most awful evil around me, you are able to bring great good — for me, for others, and for your great glory. In Jesus' name, amen.     Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 91). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because I am in Jesus Christ, I will seek God's perspective on my situation. For I know that in all things God works together for good to those of us who love Him and are called according to His purpose. From Romans 8:28 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): Ephesians 4:31-32; Mathew 6:14-15; Psalms 130:3-4; Psalms 32:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Are You Willing to Speak Up and Share, Publicly, Your Relationship with Jesus” at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

In the 8am hour, the WIP Moring Team dives into the polarizing reputation of Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni, questioning whether his historic success stems from leadership or luck. They also discuss Daryl Morey's recent jinx of a no-hitter during a Phillies broadcast and analyze Trea Turner's ongoing struggles at the plate. Additionally, they touch on rumors of an Austin Powers sequel and a new Spielberg project. 01:50 - Debating Sirianni's Coaching Credit 07:45 - Nick's Reputation Around League 13:05 - Leadership Value And Meetings 19:50 - Trea Turner's Batting Slump 26:20 - WIP Hosts' Morning Routines 34:15 - Austin Powers 4 Rumors 37:25 - Spielberg UFO Movie Review 44:45 - Evaluating The Sirianni Hire 52:10 - One Word Song Game

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What if one of the most powerful medicines for longevity, resilience, happiness, cognitive health, and disease prevention wasn't found in a supplement, a prescription, or a cutting-edge biohack—but in the people around you? In this powerful solo episode, Darin Olien dives into one of the most overlooked health crises of our time: loneliness. Drawing from the landmark 85-year Harvard Adult Development Study, the U.S. Surgeon General's loneliness epidemic report, Blue Zones research, neuroscience, and evolutionary biology, Darin reveals why meaningful human connection may be one of the strongest predictors of health and longevity ever discovered. From oxytocin, cortisol, inflammation, vagal tone, and nervous system regulation to suburban design, social media, and the collapse of community structures, Darin exposes the hidden biological costs of isolation—and offers a practical roadmap for rebuilding the human connections we were biologically designed to need.     What You'll Learn The stunning findings from Harvard's 85-year Adult Development Study Why relationships outperform wealth, genetics, diet, and exercise as predictors of well-being How loneliness increases the risk of premature death, dementia, heart disease, and stroke Why social isolation creates measurable biological stress responses The role of oxytocin in lowering inflammation and regulating stress How human connection affects the autonomic nervous system Why Blue Zone communities consistently prioritize social connection The biological difference between digital interaction and real human presence How modern architecture and technology contribute to loneliness Why community is a biological necessity—not a luxury Practical ways to rebuild meaningful relationships today How connection may be one of the most powerful health interventions available   Chapters 00:00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife 00:00:33 – Sponsor: Bite Toothpaste and reducing plastic waste 00:02:49 – The most powerful health study ever conducted 00:03:01 – Harvard follows 724 people for 85 years 00:03:40 – The surprising predictor of a long, healthy life 00:04:00 – Why relationships beat wealth, genetics, diet, and exercise 00:04:42 – The Surgeon General's loneliness epidemic warning 00:05:19 – Introducing the medicine you're not taking 00:05:53 – The health benefits of genuine community 00:06:21 – The fatal convenience of modern life 00:06:47 – Replacing human connection with digital connection 00:07:12 – Why modern convenience may be creating isolation 00:07:23 – Social isolation and premature mortality 00:08:02 – Loneliness and the equivalent of smoking 15 cigarettes a day 00:08:43 – Increased risks of heart disease, stroke, and dementia 00:09:10 – Why loneliness is a biological threat 00:09:52 – The science behind social isolation 00:10:11 – Sponsor: Manna Vitality 00:12:06 – Humans as the most socially dependent species 00:12:53 – Why connection regulates the nervous system 00:13:29 – The autonomic nervous system and social safety 00:13:56 – The brain's constant question: Am I safe? 00:14:03 – The biology of belonging 00:14:24 – The ventral vagal state explained 00:14:55 – Why connection creates measurable physiological changes 00:15:03 – What happens when isolation becomes chronic 00:15:52 – Oxytocin: far more than the "love hormone" 00:16:20 – Eye contact, touch, meals, and human bonding 00:16:42 – How oxytocin lowers stress and inflammation 00:17:04 – Why no supplement can replace connection 00:17:17 – The pharmacology of authentic human moments 00:18:06 – Free medicine hidden in plain sight 00:18:39 – Dan Buettner and the Blue Zones 00:19:29 – What the world's longest-lived populations have in common 00:19:36 – Okinawa's lifelong friendship circles 00:20:08 – Sardinia's active elders and social roles 00:20:40 – Greece's culture of connection and communal meals 00:21:03 – Why longevity wasn't hacked—it was lived 00:21:38 – Social connection as the foundation of daily life 00:22:01 – The shocking decline in face-to-face interaction 00:22:21 – Young people losing 70% of in-person social time 00:22:58 – How community was systematically dismantled 00:23:00 – Robert Putnam's Bowling Alone 00:23:49 – Doing life together versus doing life alone 00:24:05 – How suburban design creates isolation 00:24:49 – The built environment shapes human behavior 00:24:55 – Social media and the promise of connection 00:25:20 – Why digital connection fails biologically 00:25:33 – Social comparison, anxiety, and nervous system stress 00:25:49 – More connected online, more isolated in reality 00:26:03 – A call to action: treating relationships like health practices 00:27:00 – Practical ways to rebuild community 00:28:00 – Prioritizing people over convenience 00:29:00 – Deep conversations, presence, and intentional connection 00:30:00 – Reclaiming community in modern life 00:31:00 – Final thoughts on connection, belonging, and health 00:31:53 – Closing remarks and outro     Thank You to Our Sponsors Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ and use code DARIN12 for 12% off your order.     Join the SuperLife Patreon: This is where Darin now shares the deeper work: - weekly voice notes - ingredient trackers - wellness challenges - extended conversations - community accountability - sovereignty practices Join now for only $7.49/month at https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More from Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness     Key Takeaway "The longest-running study in human history reached a conclusion that should fundamentally change how we think about health: the quality of our relationships predicts our happiness, resilience, and longevity more than almost anything else. Human connection isn't a luxury, a personality trait, or a nice bonus when life slows down. It is biology. It is medicine. And in a world increasingly designed for isolation, rebuilding community may be one of the most important health decisions we ever make."     Bibliography/Sources: Primary Research — Loneliness, Social Isolation & Health Associated Press. (2023, May 2). Surgeon general: Loneliness poses health risks as deadly as smoking. PBS NewsHour. https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/surgeon-general-loneliness-poses-health-risks-as-deadly-as-smoking Cacioppo, J. T., & Hawkley, L. C. (2009). Perceived social isolation and cognition. Trends in Cognitive Sciences, 13(10), 447–454. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tics.2009.06.005 Holt-Lunstad, J., Smith, T. B., & Layton, J. B. (2010). Social relationships and mortality risk: A meta-analytic review. PLoS Medicine, 7(7), e1000316. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmed.1000316 Office of the Surgeon General. (2023). Our epidemic of loneliness and isolation: The U.S. Surgeon General's advisory on the healing effects of social connection and community. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/surgeon-general-social-connection-advisory.pdf Waldinger, R. J., & Schulz, M. S. (2010). What's love got to do with it? Social functioning, perceived health, and daily happiness in married octogenarians. Psychology and Aging, 25(2), 422–431. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0019087 Neuroscience — Oxytocin, Polyvagal Theory & Community Biology Carter, C. S. (1998). Neuroendocrine perspectives on social attachment and love. Psychoneuroendocrinology, 23(8), 779–818. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0306-4530(98)00055-9 Eisenberger, N. I., & Lieberman, M. D. (2004). Why rejection hurts: A common neural alarm system for physical and social pain. Trends in Cognitive Sciences, 8(7), 294–300. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tics.2004.05.010 Heinrichs, M., Baumgartner, T., Kirschbaum, C., & Ehlert, U. (2003). Social support and oxytocin interact to suppress cortisol and subjective responses to psychosocial stress. Biological Psychiatry, 54(12), 1389–1398. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0006-3223(03)00465-7 Porges, S. W. (2011). The polyvagal theory: Neurophysiological foundations of emotions, attachment, communication, and self-regulation. W. W. Norton & Company. https://wwnorton.com/books/9780393707007 Blue Zones Research Buettner, D., & Skemp, S. (2016). Blue Zones: Lessons from the world's longest lived. American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, 10(5), 318–321. https://doi.org/10.1177/1559827616637066 Kreouzi, M., Theodorakis, N., & Constantinou, C. (2022). Lessons learned from Blue Zones, lifestyle medicine pillars and beyond. American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine. https://doi.org/10.1177/15598276221118494 Suzuki, M., Willcox, B. J., & Willcox, D. C. (2001). Implications from and for food cultures for cardiovascular disease: Longevity. Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 10(2), 165–171. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1440-6047.2001.00219.x The power of environment: A comprehensive review of the exposome's role in healthy aging. (2025). PubMed Central (PMC11858149). https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11858149/ Social Capital & Community Decline Oldenburg, R. (1999). The great good place: Cafés, coffee shops, bookstores, bars, hair salons, and other hangouts at the heart of a community. Marlowe & Company. https://books.google.com/books?id=cK80BwAAQBAJ Putnam, R. D. (2000). Bowling alone: The collapse and revival of American community. Simon & Schuster. https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Bowling-Alone/Robert-D-Putnam/9780743203043 Sbarra, D. A., Briskin, J. L., & Slatcher, R. B. (2019). Smartphones and close relationships: The case for an evolutionary mismatch. Perspectives on Psychological Science, 14(4), 596–618. https://doi.org/10.1177/1745691619826535 Twenge, J. M., Joiner, T. E., Rogers, M. L., & Martin, G. J. (2018). Increases in depressive symptoms, suicide-related outcomes, and suicide rates among U.S. adolescents after 2010 and links to increased new media screen time. Journal of Adolescent Health, 62(1), 78–85. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jadohealth.2017.06.014 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2020). American time use survey. U.S. Department of Labor. https://www.bls.gov/tus/ Pennebaker & Authentic Disclosure Brown, B. (2012). Daring greatly: How the courage to be vulnerable transforms the way we live, love, parent, and lead. Gotham Books. https://brenebrown.com/book/daring-greatly/ Pennebaker, J. W. (1997). Writing about emotional experiences as a therapeutic process. Psychological Science, 8(3), 162–166. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-9280.1997.tb00403.x

Gregory Copley praises King Charles III's leadership in maintaining national identity during political turmoil. He also discusses Prince William's preparation for the crown and critiques Keir Starmer's perceived radical leftist, anti-monarchical agenda. (12)JANUARY 12, 1919, FIRST PLENARY SESSION

Grant Newsham critiques the lack of clear war aims in the Iran conflict, noting that critical infrastructure remains largely untouched. He warns this perceived weakness sends a dangerous message to adversaries in Beijing and Moscow. (16)1919

Preview for Later Today: Liz Peek examines new Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh's mission to reform the institution. Warsh, mentored by Alan Greenspan, aims to avoid the perceived political mistakes and inflationary missteps of his predecessor, Jay Powell.1917 FEDERAL RESERVE BOARD

Peter Mauch explores the early life of Hideki Tojo, focusing on his failed 1945 suicide attempt and the military code prohibiting the disgrace of surrender. Born into a samurai-descended family, Tojo's ambitions were fueled by the perceived mistreatment of his father by a cronyist military system, leading him to excel academically. (9/16)1943

Can psychopaths detect prior victims who may be vulnerable for future assault by their gait? The research suggests... yesh. Let's summarize two studies and explicitly describe how to walk for self-protection. For the full research episode, go here!

14/16: Simon Constable analyzes potential Labour Party leaders Andy Burnham and Angela Rayner. He notes that voters still find the Conservative Party untrustworthy despite Labour's internal turmoil and perceived failures.1705

What if loneliness isn't just an emotion… but one of the most dangerous biological threats to your health? In this deeply personal and scientifically explosive solo episode, Darin opens up about something he recently realized in his own life: despite being surrounded by people, he was lonely. But what began as an emotional realization quickly became a deep dive into some of the most shocking research he's ever uncovered, showing that chronic loneliness may increase the risk of heart disease, dementia, cancer, autoimmune dysfunction, accelerated aging, and early death. From inflammatory gene expression and cortisol dysregulation to oxytocin, vulnerability, and the collapse of real human connection in the digital age, this episode reveals why loneliness may be the most overlooked "fatal convenience" of modern life, and how vulnerability may be the medicine. What You'll Learn Why loneliness is a biological crisis, not just an emotional feeling The shocking link between loneliness and heart disease, dementia, and early death Why the quality of your relationships is the #1 predictor of long-term health How loneliness activates inflammatory genes inside your body The role of cortisol, sleep disruption, and chronic stress in social isolation Why social media and "surface-level connection" are replacing real intimacy The connection between loneliness and Alzheimer's disease How oxytocin and genuine connection reduce inflammation Why vulnerability is the gateway to meaningful relationships Practical ways to create deeper connection starting today Chapters 00:00:33 – Sponsor: the truth about the exploding NAD supplement market 00:01:04 – Why supplement verification and transparency matter 00:02:17 – Opening: Darin admits something deeply personal 00:02:30 – "I realized recently… I'm lonely" 00:02:37 – The difference between being surrounded by people vs being truly known 00:03:06 – Loneliness as a biological experience, not just an emotional one 00:03:27 – The hidden risks: heart disease, dementia, cancer, early death 00:03:45 – Why this is not fringe science 00:04:13 – The most important predictor of long-term health 00:04:34 – Why relationship QUALITY matters more than quantity 00:05:06 – The global loneliness epidemic 00:05:11 – U.S. Surgeon General advisory on loneliness 00:05:39 – Loneliness declared a public health crisis 00:06:02 – 50% of Americans report measurable loneliness 00:06:22 – "A generational collapse of connection" 00:06:30 – 29% of adults have no close friends 00:06:40 – Face-to-face interactions dramatically declining 00:07:01 – The UK, Japan, and Australia loneliness crisis initiatives 00:07:32 – The paradox: hyperconnected but deeply isolated 00:08:04 – Loneliness as a biological alarm signal 00:08:31 – What loneliness actually looks like in modern life 00:08:42 – The lonely CEO, the unseen mother, the isolated social media addict 00:09:31 – "Perceived social isolation" and why the brain can't tell the difference 00:10:21 – Meta-analysis of 3.4 million people 00:10:55 – Loneliness vs obesity and smoking risk comparisons 00:11:18 – The biology of loneliness begins 00:11:50 – NF-kB: inflammatory gene activation explained 00:12:33 – How loneliness changes gene expression 00:13:02 – Chronic inflammation and disease pathways 00:13:21 – Cortisol, sleep disruption, and immune dysfunction 00:14:00 – How loneliness affects brain repair and amyloid plaque clearing 00:14:21 – Sponsor: Fatty15 and cellular health 00:18:02 – The Alzheimer's and dementia connection 00:18:25 – Loneliness as a major modifiable dementia risk factor 00:18:57 – Cortisol, neuroinflammation, and brain degeneration 00:19:16 – The hippocampus physically shrinking in lonely people 00:19:27 – Social media as a "fatal convenience" 00:19:57 – The oxytocin economy: connection as medicine 00:20:15 – Oxytocin as one of the body's strongest anti-inflammatory molecules 00:20:30 – HeartMath research: emotional synchronization between people 00:20:48 – "You regulate each other's biology" 00:21:07 – The real barrier: vulnerability 00:21:32 – Darin's recent experiences with radical vulnerability 00:21:54 – Conversations with family, ex-partners, and loved ones 00:22:35 – Brené Brown's research on connection and worthiness 00:23:14 – The "depth audit" exercise 00:23:42 – Reaching out, expressing appreciation, and owning your emotions 00:24:01 – Sacred hours: spending time without phones 00:24:13 – Questions that create real intimacy 00:24:30 – Darin's emotional conversation with his brother 00:25:03 – Protecting yourself from social media disconnection 00:25:20 – Becoming a source of joy and connection in everyday life 00:25:25 – Darin reflects on seven years of subtle loneliness 00:25:48 – The shift from surface conversations to meaningful connection 00:26:01 – "If you want love, give love" 00:26:19 – Final message: generate the connection you want to receive 00:26:22 – Closing thoughts and outro Thank You to Our Sponsors Truniagen: Go to www.truniagen.com and use code DARIN20 at checkout for 20% off Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout. Join the SuperLife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien Connect with Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness Key Takeaway "Loneliness isn't weakness. It isn't failure. It's a biological signal telling you that something essential is missing. And in a world addicted to surface-level connection, the real medicine may simply be this: vulnerability, presence, eye contact, honesty, and the courage to let yourself truly be seen." Bibliography/Sources The Loneliness Epidemic & Public Health Data Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2023). American time use survey. U.S. Department of Labor. https://www.bls.gov/tus/ Cigna. (2023). Cigna U.S. loneliness index. 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Dane Wigington, founder of Geoengineering Watch, returns to discuss the most critical threat facing humanity: stratospheric aerosol injection and covert weather modification operations occurring globally. Throughout the interview, Wigington presents evidence that 40 to 60 million tons of toxic nanoparticles are being sprayed annually into the atmosphere under the guise of solar radiation management. He explains how these aerosol dispersions, which can be observed as grid patterns in the sky, contain harmful materials including aluminum and manufactured particles that have been independently tested and documented. Wigington emphasizes that this is not speculation but rather patented technology being deployed systematically, with photographic evidence of aircraft equipped with visible nozzles and scientific confirmation from atmospheric sampling conducted at altitude. The conversation expands into the broader consequences of these operations, including their role in ecological collapse, weather warfare capabilities, and deliberate perception management that labels legitimate concerns as conspiracy theory. Wigington highlights the cascading failures of Earth's life support systems: plankton populations down 90 percent, bee colonies collapsing by 70 percent, fish populations decimated, and tree cover reduced to one third of pre-civilization levels. He discusses HAARP and ionosphere heaters as amplifying weapons that can manipulate weather patterns and potentially trigger seismic events, while urging listeners to move beyond political divisions and recognize this as a species-level threat requiring immediate collective action and awareness. Main Points Covered: Stratospheric aerosol injection as documented geoengineering operation Aluminum and toxic nanoparticles in atmospheric dispersions HAARP as ionosphere heating weapon for weather manipulation Insect apocalypse and plankton population collapse Suppression of climate engineering information Legislative barriers and government denial Health implications of atmospheric contamination Perceived connection between geoengineering and ecological degradation Call for public awareness and individual action SEO Keywords: Geoengineering, chemtrails, stratospheric aerosol injection, weather modification, HAARP, Dane Wigington, weather warfare, climate engineering, atmospheric contamination, environmental collapse

Long-term relationships often come with recurring challenges that don't fully resolve, no matter how many times you revisit them. In this episode, we open up about the patterns that keep resurfacing in our own relationships and what it looks like to navigate those tensions with more awareness and intention. From communication differences to division of responsibilities, we share how we're learning to approach these sticking points differently, including adjusting expectations, asking for what we need, and recognizing when support might need to come from outside the partnership.Differences between verbal processing and internal processing in communication.Navigating humor versus emotional support in sensitive moments.The tendency for partners to jump into problem-solving mode.Identifying when to lean on friends or therapists for deeper support.Perceived imbalance in household and family responsibilities.The role of recognition and appreciation in partnerships.Gaining perspective through shared experiences and role reversal.The added strain of parenting a child with special needs on a relationship.LINKS AND RESOURCES:Listen to Episode #333: Our Holy Grail Advice for Relationships : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/333-our-holy-grail-advice-for-relationships/id1489878793?i=1000761069923HERSELF AMAZON STOREFRONT: https://amzlink.to/az0BrkLl5pX9u BETTERHELP: 10% off first month at: http://betterhelp.com/herselfLet's connect!HERSELF INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/herselfpodcastMEET AMY: http://instagram.com/ameskieferMEET ABBY: http://instagram.com/abbyrosegreenThis episode was brought to you by the Pivot Ball Change Network.

PREVIEW FOR LATER: Gregory Copley discusses King Charles III's state visit to the US, aiming to heal the rift between Donald Trump and UK PM Keir Starmer. The King's role involves navigating the Labor government's perceived disloyalty to Trumpwhile strengthening the bond between the two nations ahead of America's 250th anniversary.1680 CHARLES II

PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Charles Burton. Burton explores how disinformation and elite interests are shifting Canadian public opinion toward China as a trade partner, despite its tyrannical nature, fueled by a perceived threat from the United States,. (1)1900 SAINT LAWRENCE