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You already know what you need to do. This episode builds the structure that helps you actually do it.What You Will LearnWhy the traditional definition of consistency was never designed for your real life — and the more accurate, more empowering definition that replaces itThe critical distinction between consistency and intensity, and why confusing the two keeps driven people stuck in cycles instead of trajectoriesWhat consistency actually looks like for the entrepreneur building inside of a full life — the unglamorous, cumulative, irreplaceable versionThe compound effect of showing up small, and why the flat season before the breakthrough is not stagnation — it is accumulationThe four clauses of The Consistency Contract: the Non-Negotiable, the Floor, the Return Ritual, and the Visibility SystemWhy resentment after a missed commitment is almost always an identity story — and how the Return Ritual interrupts itThe direct, unbreakable connection between consistent action and the credibility that makes everything else in your business possibleThe framework introduced in this episode gives  four concrete building blocks for developing genuine consistency: Clause One: Define Your Non-NegotiableIdentify the single practice that, if honored consistently, moves your vision forward more than anything else. Specificity is everything here. Not a category — a commitment. Clause Two: Set the Floor, Not the CeilingEstablish the minimum viable version of your non-negotiable — the version you can honor on your hardest day. A floor maintained is infinitely more valuable than a ceiling reached twice and then abandoned. Clause Three: Build the Return RitualDecide in advance how you will come back after an interruption — without self-flagellation, without grand recommitment ceremonies, and without waiting for the perfect re-entry moment. The return ritual removes the drama from the inevitable miss. Clause Four: Make Consistency VisibleCreate a system that gives you evidence of your own showing up. Visible consistency becomes proof. Proof becomes identity. And identity — the belief that you are someone who shows up — becomes the most durable motivation available.

Friendship apps have a reputation for being awkward. They're "not how real friendships happen.” But what if that's not true?When Hayleigh Hayhurst moved to Seattle knowing almost no one, she found herself craving deeper connection and a stronger support system. Instead of waiting for friendships to happen organically, she decided to try Bumble BFF — and ended up meeting some of her closest friends!Hayleigh talks about what it's like to go on friend dates, why friendship rejection can feel more personal than romantic rejection, and how to move conversations off the apps into real life.If you've considered downloading a friendship app or simply want more meaningful friendships in your life, this episode is for you.In this episode you'll hear about:Why adult friendships work better when you get to an in-person meetup as quickly as possibleThe surprisingly specific filters Hayleigh used when looking for friends, including relationship status and lifestyleHow searching for a “neighborhood friend” changed Hayleigh's experience of living in a city far from familyWhy borrowing a partner's social circle isn't the same as building your own support systemWhy Hayleigh was more nervous to go on a friend date than a romantic date, and what convinced her to try anywayEpisode 52: How To Build Community When You Don't Know Where to StartEpisode 162: Why Getting to Know Your Neighbors Matters Right Now This episode is sponsored by Slowly, a digital pen pal app used by over 10 million people worldwide. If you've been looking for a low-pressure way to connect with someone completely outside your normal friendship circle, this is it. Exchange letters at your own pace, no small talk panic required.Download Slowly free and get 30% off Slowly Plus using my link: https://open.slowly.app/miXL/l8ei5iw6WANT MORE? My book, Are We Friends Yet? hits shelves June 16. Get on the waitlist for pre-order bonuses + a first look. Dive into The Connection Reset. A 10-day private podcast to help you see the abundance of connection that already exists in your day-to-day (Yes. Really. I promise you have more than you realize). Start today. 

What if the thing holding you back from your best performance is not a skill gap or a strategy problem but an unresolved emotional pattern quietly running in the background? Dr. Tom Rohrer has spent his career helping athletes and performers break through exactly that, and the tools he is using now are faster and more accessible than most people realize.What You'll Discover:What brain spotting is, how it works, and why where you look can actually change how your brain and body process stuck emotions and performance blocksWhy almost everyone carries small-t traumas that quietly shape their avoidance patterns, and why these do not have to be permanentHow polyvagal theory and vagus nerve activation shift your nervous system from threat to safety, making every next step feel more possibleThe self-spotting technique you can try on your own, even in the middle of the night, to neutralize something that has been keeping you awake or holding you backWhy your potential is almost certainly higher than you think, and the free 45-minute strengths assessment Tom recommends to discover exactly what you are working withTom's personal story of discovering the connection between a betrayal at 15 and the basketball performance block that ended his playing daysGrab the free course, Stop Guessing and Start Signing Clients, and take your next step today: https://candymotzek.lpages.co/vfo/Want to see what's actually working for coaches right now? Download the free Coaching Business Insights Report 2026: https://candymotzek.lpages.co/business-growth-survey/Want to talk about what you really want from your coaching business? Book a free 30-minute call with Candy: https://stepintosuccessnow.comShe Coaches Coaches | Helping smart coaches build profitable, fully booked businesses

This is how you scale a contracting business without burning yourself out.Sam Wakefield and Doug C. Brown just became business partners. Sam's been training contractors on sales and systems for years. Doug took Tony Robbins' sales team from seventeen point eight percent close rates to forty-three point two percent in four months. He's worked with ClickFunnels, E-Myth, and dozens of trades companies.When they combined forces? Exponential results.In this episode, you'll see exactly how we scaled a plumbing business from forty-five thousand dollars per month to one hundred fifty thousand dollars per month in ninety days. That's three times revenue in a quarter. But here's where it gets good. When Doug looked at the numbers, he cut the plumber's expenses in half. Then we added process around everything. And within two and a half weeks into the month, this guy had his best sales day, best sales week, and was on track for his best month ever.That's revenue growth plus expense reduction plus process improvement happening at the same time.How We Scaled This Plumbing Business:Step one: revenue growth through sales training and systems. Step two: expense restructuring and profit optimization. Step three: process implementation around everything. Result: triple the revenue in ninety days, cut expenses in half, best month ever by week two point five.The Formula:Money in minus money out equals result. That result equals the owner's quality of life. If you improve both sides of that equation at the same time, you transform the owner's life.Key Teaching Points:Why most contractors build the business on their own backHow to get it off your back through process and systemsThe axiom: success happens at the speed of implementationNinety percent of your time should be spent selling when growing to your first millionBut selling at a profit, that's the differenceSam's strength: revenue growth, sales frameworks, communicationDoug's strength: expense reduction, profit margins, process, efficiencyTogether: exponential growth contractors never thought possibleThe right tool at the right time, why most people fail with softwareMost contractors buy wrong tools at the wrong time or right tools at the wrong timeSoftware doesn't fix broken business fundamentalsNo magic bullets in businessDigitized follow-ups and AI call centers are distractions if the timing is wrongWhy random tools and software waste contractor's moneySame concepts apply whether you're two hundred K or two hundred million in revenueBut your focus changes at each stageRussell Brunson was Doug's student at Tony Robbins before ClickFunnelsDoug's credentials: Tony Robbins, ClickFunnels mentor, E-Myth, trades companiesRevenue growth without profit improvement equals owner crushedProfit improvement without revenue growth equals leaving money on the tableYou need both at the same time with proper processThe synergy of growing revenue, cutting expenses, and adding systems simultaneouslyReal Results from This Episode:Virginia plumber, forty-five thousand dollars per month in sales. After ninety days with Sam's training, one hundred fifty thousand dollars per month. Then Doug restructured the expenses, cut them in half. Then we added process. Week two point five into the month, best sales day ever, best week ever, best month ever. And that's just the beginning because we're still implementing.Work with Sam & Doug:Website: https://www.closeitnow.netCoaching and training: https://www.closeitnow.net/coachingFacebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/closeitnowEmail: sam@closeitnow.netGoogle Review: https://g.page/r/CbfnnDqTCwQdEAE/reviewThe Build - Company Scaling Partnership:This is the new offering from Sam and Doug. Not just sales training. Not just profit optimization. Both. Together. You built the revenue. We help you build the business. Email sam at closeitnow.net to apply.Summer Sales Surge Series 2026:Live virtual training June through September. Monday nights seven PM Central. Fourteen ninety-seven dollars for the entire bundle. Email sam@closeitnow.net or visit salesurgebundle.comThree Ways to Work with Sam:One: On-site training. Half-day classroom plus half-day ride-alongs with your team.Two: Virtual training. Same frameworks, delivered remotely for teams or individuals.Three: The Build. Company scaling partnership with Doug C. Brown. You built the revenue. We help you build the business.Next Week: Leader of One, Leader of ManyLeave a review on Apple Podcasts or Google to help more contractors find this show.Google Review Link: https://g.page/r/CbfnnDqTCwQdEAE/review

Have you ever done something just because you were told not to?Today we're here in the studio in Austin with a genre-defying force of nature. DPAK is a sonic visionary, a boundary-smashing artist, and speaker who ignites stages and earbuds around the globe. He's performed with icons like Rihanna, India.Arie, and Jason Mraz. He writes and performs songs that mean something, and his art is living proof that, at its best, sound can set people free. Even more than that, DPAK is a rare artist who can drop a banger anthem at a festival, then cogently explain how inputs and outputs work, like a rogue systems engineer with a mischievous mind. If you're a deep and expansive thinker, you're going to dig this one. In this special in-person episode with DPAK, you'll hear: Why the “lone wolf” phase of the creative process is a mythHow censorship, self‑censorship, and propaganda shape what you think is possibleThe hidden power of sound, tuning, and mantras to change your physical, mental, and spiritual state—whether you “believe” in it or notWhy your playlist might secretly be eroding your self-esteem as you bob your headAnd much more...Find DPAK and his work at: Website: https://dpakworld.com/Instagram: @dpak.worldSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5gv5EPhOtWTHz3wlXtOEyE?si=9p0ZlguoQiibtjRYeElj4gFacebook: @DPAKWORLDYouTube: @DPAKWORLDX: @DPAK_WORLDTikTok: @dpakworldWe just got back from playing a show in Vegas, laying down new tracks for my new album, vocals, guitars, and even dusted off the old tenor sax and clarinet. And thanks to everyone who joined us for live music at Banger's in Austin, TX—you all rock!Stay tuned for many more live shows coming up. You can join the newsletter to stay up on upcoming events, podcasts and more goodies.We just released our new habits transformation app and our Club Wild community—check it out at wildrx.com. if you want to eliminate bad habits or install new ones, now is the time and we can help get you there. With 15 years coaching people all around the world to get in the best shape of their lives, we're here to help you get real results. Take your 2-minute personalization quiz to get started with the Wild Habits and save 20% off for a limited time.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM's. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you're feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Branch Basics – Go to BranchBasics.com/ABEL and save 15% off with our code ABEL

Have you ever done something just because you were told not to?Today we're here in the studio in Austin with a genre-defying force of nature. DPAK is a sonic visionary, a boundary-smashing artist, and speaker who ignites stages and earbuds around the globe. He's performed with icons like Rihanna, India.Arie, and Jason Mraz. He writes and performs songs that mean something, and his art is living proof that, at its best, sound can set people free. Even more than that, DPAK is a rare artist who can drop a banger anthem at a festival, then cogently explain how inputs and outputs work, like a rogue systems engineer with a mischievous mind. If you're a deep and expansive thinker, you're going to dig this one. In this special in-person episode with DPAK, you'll hear: Why the “lone wolf” phase of the creative process is a mythHow censorship, self‑censorship, and propaganda shape what you think is possibleThe hidden power of sound, tuning, and mantras to change your physical, mental, and spiritual state—whether you “believe” in it or notWhy your playlist might secretly be eroding your self-esteem as you bob your headAnd much more...Find DPAK and his work at: Website: https://dpakworld.com/Instagram: @dpak.worldSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5gv5EPhOtWTHz3wlXtOEyE?si=9p0ZlguoQiibtjRYeElj4gFacebook: @DPAKWORLDYouTube: @DPAKWORLDX: @DPAK_WORLDTikTok: @dpakworldWe just got back from playing a show in Vegas, laying down new tracks for my new album, vocals, guitars, and even dusted off the old tenor sax and clarinet. And thanks to everyone who joined us for live music at Banger's in Austin, TX—you all rock!Stay tuned for many more live shows coming up. You can join the newsletter to stay up on upcoming events, podcasts and more goodies.We just released our new habits transformation app and our Club Wild community—check it out at wildrx.com. if you want to eliminate bad habits or install new ones, now is the time and we can help get you there. With 15 years coaching people all around the world to get in the best shape of their lives, we're here to help you get real results. Take your 2-minute personalization quiz to get started with the Wild Habits and save 20% off for a limited time.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM's. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you're feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Branch Basics – Go to BranchBasics.com/ABEL and save 15% off with our code ABEL

Three clients. One week. All of them over goal. And then the question no one fully prepares for: what do you do the day after?In this episode of All About Capital Campaigns, Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt celebrate a remarkable milestone — three CCPro clients crossed their campaign finish lines in the same week — and walk through exactly what nonprofits should do in the hours, days, and weeks that follow.Because going over goal is not just a moment to celebrate. It is a pivotal window for relationship-building, staff recognition, and strategic communication that will shape your organization's fundraising future. This episode is your guide to handling it well.In this episode, Amy and Andrea cover:Why your first move should be a prioritized list — not a press release or social postHow to identify and personally reach out to the 20-30 people who made your campaign possibleThe “onion” communications strategy: sequencing your outreach from innermost stakeholders outwardHow to meaningfully recognize staff before they transition into months of pledge collectionHow challenge gifts can push a campaign across the finish line at the critical momentWhy how you handle this milestone affects donor retention, volunteer loyalty, and future campaignsWhether you're wrapping up a campaign right now or still years away from your finish line, this episode will help you plan for the moment that makes all the hard work worth it.Ready to start planning? Visit capitalcampaignpro.com/board-members-guide to download the free Board Member's Guide to Capital Campaign Fundraising.

What actually separates people who build lasting wealth from everyone else? Not the tips. Not the apps. The habits. Joe put the question to a panel of financial planners, coaches, and bloggers -- and turned it into a game. Seven habits, three rounds, two points up for grabs. Monica Scudieri, who paid off $257,000 in debt and reached financial independence in 10 years, joined OG and Jesse Cramer to find out how well the conventional wisdom matches what actually works.What You'll Walk Away WithThe seven millionaire habits Kiplinger identified -- and which ones the panel nailed, missed, and argued aboutWhy continuously educating yourself about money remains one of the highest-leverage habits at any income levelThe networking truth wealthy people understand that most people don't -- and why "who not how" changes everything about how you approach your career and financesMonica's story: how she turned a divorce, $257,000 in debt, and three rounds of unemployment into financial independence in a decadeWhy living below your means isn't about deprivation -- it's about creating the margin that makes every other habit possibleThe pay yourself first argument that actually holds up when your budget is genuinely tightWhy OG thinks waking up early is the worst advice in personal finance -- and what he thinks actually matters insteadThe book recommendations that shaped each panelist's financial philosophy -- including a deep dive on why passive investing still winsWhy diversifying your income streams landed on the millionaire habits list -- and what that looks like in practiceThe complete list of seven habits, revealed at the end -- including the two the panel never guessedWhy This Matters NowMillionaire habits get discussed constantly and followed inconsistently. The gap isn't usually knowledge -- it's the unsexy reality that these habits have to run in the background for years before the results become visible. This roundtable is worth listening to not because the list is surprising, but because the people talking about it have actually lived it.From the BasementJoe, OG, Jesse Cramer, and Monica Scudieri from Grab Your Slice play two rounds of the millionaire habits game while the year-long trivia competition quietly shifts -- Monica guesses closest on a 1940 McDonald's complete meal price and earns Paula Pant's first point in a while. OG extends his lead. Jesse goes 0 for the day and seems fine about it. Doug intervenes on the trivia question to add a milkshake, which turns out to be decisive.Resources MentionedGrab Your Slice of Financial Independence by Monica Scudieri -- available wherever books are soldMonica Scudieri financial coaching -- schedule a free 30-minute call at grabyourslice.comPersonal Finance for Long-Term Investors -- Jesse Cramer's podcast, wherever you listen; upcoming two-part series on the 14 risks retirees faceAutomatic Wealth by Michael Masterson -- recommended by Monica as her foundational bookA Random Walk Down Wall Street by Burton Malkiel -- recommended by JesseThe War of Art by Steven Pressfield and Essentialism by Greg McKeown -- recommended by OGThe Truth About Money by Ric Edelman -- recommended by JoeNetworking With the Affluent by Dr. Thomas Stanley -- referenced in discussionStacking Benjamins Vault -- stackingbenjamins.com/vaultStacking Benjamins Community -- stackingbenjamins.com/basementStacking Benjamins "Benjamins After Dark" Meetups -- stackingbenjamins.com/BADSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Road America HangoverWelcome back to Everyone Racers — where low-dollar racing meets high chaos. On this episode, Chrissy shows up super late and gets called out. Chris changes his voice to imitate Tim, Mental fills all the holes in his neighborhood, Tim plans to heckle at Laguna Seca and Brian makes amazing poses while gigablastingReally, we all know the hangover is real after an absolutely wild weekend at Road America for the latest 24 Hours of Lemons race — and this episode has ALL the behind-the-scenes stories you won't hear anywhere else.Judge Brian “B-Train” Trainer joins Chris, Tim, Mental, and eventually Chrissy for a hilarious post-race breakdown of one of the strangest, funniest, and somehow “boring” weekends in Lemons history. The drivers were surprisingly clean, the racing up front was incredibly tight, but the legendary Wisconsin track still managed to attrit nearly a THIRD of the field, with around 30 of 90 cars falling victim to mechanical failure, chaos, and questionable engineering decisions.We cover:The overall winners and class winnersThe insanely close battles in Classes A, B, and CThe twin-engine Saturn madness from QuincyA rookie Studebaker team casually winning Index of EffluencyThe heroic fixes, heartbreaking failures, and “I Got Screwed” momentsWhy a Pontiac Sunfire somehow became a regional iconThe Bob Ross-themed team that fully committed to the bitThe terrifying moment a Mazda RX-7 lost its rear window at speedHow one rookie Camaro team earned redemption after nearly collecting every black flag possibleThe secret “Skeeter the Scrapper Guy” economy operating inside the paddockAnd why the BMW 435 is the perfect mascot for a competent but deeply boring episodeThis is the side of amateur endurance racing that doesn't show up in official results sheets: the paddock stories, the terrible ideas, the heroic improvisation, the friendships, the late-night fixes, and the absolute nonsense that makes grassroots motorsports addictive.If you love:amateur endurance racingbudget race carsgrassroots motorsportsRoad Americaautomotive comedyLemons racingLucky Dog RacingSCCA and NASA racingjunkyard engineeringgarage-built race carsweird project carsendurance racing podcasts…then you're in the right place.Whether you're building a race car in your garage, dreaming about your first endurance race, or just here for the chaos, subscribe and join the Everyone Racers community as we dive into the weird world of low-dollar racing and oddball car culture every week.Cub Cadet Bulldozer, Road Grader, Forklift, & Dump Truck. (Caleb Jacobs @ The Drive) https://www.thedrive.com/news/diy-guy-builds-ultimate-chore-fleet-with-mini-bulldozer-road-grader-based-on-lawn-tractorsGM Sucks, Pays $12.75 Mil for being Snitches (Andrew Collins @ The Drive) https://www.thedrive.com/news/shady-selling-of-driver-data-just-cost-gm-another-12-75-million Fast & Furious the TV Series? (Brian Silvestro @ The Autopian)https://www.theautopian.com/theres-going-to-be-a-fast-furious-tv-series-because-the-franchise-is-too-valuable-to-die/ 2001 Lemons Ready PT Cruiser on Racing Junkhttps://www.racingjunk.com/24-hours-of-lemons-cars-and-equipment-for-sale/184785526/2001-pt-cruiser-houston.htmlJoin our F1 Fantasy League https://fantasygp.com/leagues/Use code 74259541 to join in the fun3 Pedal Mafia Lemons World - https://youtu.be/wGfAxGX3vHk?si=YInVSrCTFgkXdCVFThose cool light number panels from Amazonhttps://a.co/d/9wDuvek2026 Lemons Rally Schedulehttps://24hoursoflemons.com/lemons-rally/ Weaber Valley Speedway on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Weabersvalleyspeedway2 Free Bingo Card Generatorhttps://myfreebingocards.com/bingo-card-generator (Feedin that algorithm )#24HoursOfLemons #RoadAmerica #EnduranceRacing #GrassrootsMotorsports #LemonsRacing #AmateurRacing #RaceCarBuild #BMW435 #RoadRacing #BudgetRacing #GarageBuilt #CarPodcast #AutomotiveComedy #WisconsinRacing #MotorsportsPodcast

On this episode of the Play Bigger Podcast, I'm sharing one of the biggest mindset shifts entrepreneurs, agents, and high performers need right now. Why the people who win long term are not the ones chasing recognition… they're the ones committed to the reps.After watching history get made at the Kentucky Derby, where a woman trainer won for the very first time in 152 years, I couldn't stop thinking about what this really means for business, leadership, momentum, and breakthrough seasons.Because sometimes your next level isn't about learning more.It's about staying focused long enough to master what already works.If you've been feeling distracted, stuck, overwhelmed, bored, unclear about your next move, or questioning why things suddenly feel harder at this level… this episode is for you.I'm breaking down the deeper lessons behind success, pressure, focus, environment, and why what feels “impossible” might actually just be unfamiliar.Things I Cover In This Episode:Why reps matter more than recognitionThe hidden reason top producers lose momentumFocus vs. fake productivityWhy shiny object syndrome is costing entrepreneurs growthHow to stay mentally strong during slow seasonsWhy your “why” has to evolve as your business growsThe impact your environment has on your ceilingHow proximity changes your standards and resultsWhy impossible goals become available once someone proves them possibleThe mindset shifts needed to finish strong in business and lifeThis episode is a reminder that breakthrough moments don't happen overnight. They happen because someone stayed in the race long enough.Your next breakthrough might be one decision, one room, or one focused season away.Keep Playing Bigger.---

In this episode, Joey and Christy are breaking down what just happened inside Round 15 of the 6 Week Creativ Rise Mastermind, where 37 creatives booked $611,407 in just 6 weeks, and more importantly, what you can learn from it as a photographer, filmmaker, social media manager, or content creator trying to grow your business.This isn't a one-off result or a lucky round. This is a pattern. Across 155 deals, 17+ retainers, and creatives from all over the world, we're seeing the same moves create the same outcomes again and again. If you've been wondering how people are landing $5K, $10K, or even $20K+ projects, this episode breaks it down in a way that actually makes it make sense!! We are so proud of everyone in Round 15.Here's what's covered:The real reason some creatives stay stuck at $500–$2K jobs while others jump to $5K–$10K+ projectsWhy solving “high-stakes” business problems is the key to unlocking higher-paying clientsHow better offers (not better gear) dramatically increase your income ceilingThe sales call shift that helped close 155 deals in just 6 weeksWhy proximity to the right people can completely change what you believe is possibleThe role of imperfect action and why speed beats perfection every timeP.S. If you're listening to this and thinking, “I want to be in a room like that,” Round 16 of the 6 Week Creativ Rise Mastermind is happening this September. Round 15 sold out and Round 16 will too. Get on the waitlist now at www.creativrise.com.FREE TOOLS & TRAININGS→ Pricing Calculator: ⁠https://www.creativrise.com/pricingcalculator⁠→ Pitching Masterclass Course: ⁠https://www.creativrise.com/pitchingmasterclass⁠→ Sales Call Formula Course: ⁠https://www.creativrise.com/offers/RM2ZPtZx/checkout⁠→ Productivity Course: ⁠https://www.creativrise.com/productivity⁠→ Money Management Training: ⁠https://www.creativrise.com/moneytraining⁠→ Fix Your Inquiry Form: ⁠https://www.creativrise.com/inquiryform⁠LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE→ Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://apple.co/creativrise⁠→ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/creativrise⁠FOLLOW ALONG→ Instagram: @creativrise | @joeyspeers | @christyjspeers

Recorded live on-site at GDC, host Peggy Anne Salz sits down with Justin Graysmark, founder of Eplay Studios, to unpack the unlikely path from teaching English in Poland to building a portfolio of 25 competitive games and driving 2 million installs on the Skillz platform.Justin didn't come into games through the usual route. He started with a love of competitive trivia, a serious winning streak on the leaderboard and the conviction that real rewards could make skill-based games even more compelling. In 2016, that spark became Eplay Studios.What followed was not overnight success. It was persistence, testing, missed shots, hard lessons and a lot of getting back up.As Justin puts it, game development has plenty in common with martial arts: you get your butt kicked, you learn, you try again. That mindset helped him move from early misses to games players actually wanted to play.In this episode, Peggy and Justin get into:How Justin turned a competitive trivia habit into a full-time indie studioWhy fairness, balance and trust are make-or-break in real-money competitive gamesWhat 25 games and 2 million installs taught him about working backward from the playerHow Skillz helped Eplay focus on gameplay while handling matchmaking, payments and competitive infrastructureWhy the Skillz and Beamable combination gives small studios more tools to build, test and iterate fasterWhy Justin started sharing his journey on YouTube to show other developers that success is possibleThe big takeaway: competitive games are not won by one great idea. They are built through persistence, player feedback and the willingness to keep testing what flies and what fails.If you are building your first game, your tenth or your next shot at something bigger, Justin's story is a reminder not to give up too early. In his words: “When you stick with it long enough, that's where the magic happens.”Chapters00:00 – Martial Arts Discipline00:38 – An Unconventional Path02:54 – Starting Eplay Studios04:17 – Milestone: 2 Million Installs05:27 – The Importance of Fairness06:31 – Infrastructure for Small Studios08:02 – The Skillz/Beamable Bundle09:21 – Documenting the Journey11:07 – Future of Competitive VR12:45 – Advice: Don't Stop EarlyLet's Connect

Estranged parents carry a grief that doesn't fit any of the containers we have for it. It's not the grief of death. It doesn't come with rituals or recognition. And much of the world around them doesn't know how to hold it or quietly questions whether they have a right to it at all.In this episode of The Estranged Heart podcast, Kreed names a specific and often unspoken layer of that grief: the grief for the potential. Not the relationship you had with your adult child - the one you always believed was coming. The closeness that was supposed to develop. The grandmother you expected to become. The years ahead that had your child fully in them.In This EpisodeWhy estrangement grief doesn't fit our existing containers for loss and why that makes it harder to move throughWhat "grieving the potential" means for estranged parents: the specific futures that were lost, not just the relationship that exists nowThe particular grief of estranged mothers - including the grandmother grief that is often the most acute and least witnessedAnticipatory grief in the estranged parent experience: what it means to live in sustained, unresolved loss when reconciliation is still theoretically possibleThe grief of not being chosen - one of the most tender and least-named layers of the estranged parent experienceHow the "they'll come back eventually" narrative can become a way of skipping grief rather than sustaining hope - and why that mattersPractical guidance for how to actually grieve the potential, including why specific grief moves where vague grief stays stuckChapters00:00 Introduction to Estrangement Grief06:36 Understanding Potential Grief12:10 Anticipatory Grief and Its Impact14:35 What This Grief Is Not17:11 The Grief of Not Being Chosen21:39 Navigating Grief and Hope23:53 Practical Steps to Grieve Potential26:14 Finding Wholeness Beyond GriefResources & SupportFacebook Support Group for Estranged Moms (facilitated by Kreed) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroupOne-on-One ServicesPrivate coachingConsultingMediation servicesConnect with Kreed:Website: theestrangedheart.comEmail: hello@theestrangedheart.comSupport the work: Buy Me a Coffee (donation platform)Disclaimer: Kreed Revere is not a licensed therapist. Nothing in this podcast should be considered or taken as therapy. If you need therapeutic support, please seek out a therapist near you.

In this episode of Inside the Box, Andrew sits down with Michael Thomas — Director of Business Development at Express Employment and a leader deeply rooted in the Springfield community.They cover:What it takes to perform at a top level in a competitive national systemHow the workforce is changing (and what employers are getting wrong)Why culture, flexibility, and development matter more than everThe power of consistency in business and lifeMichael's journey to 12 years of sobriety — and the mindset shift that made it possibleThe impact of community involvement, leadership, and giving backThis is a conversation about growth — professionally and personally.If you're building a business, leading a team, or working on yourself… this one's worth your time.

We finish the Ten Commandments with a shift from behavior to the heart.In Exodus 20:15–17, God addresses stealing, lying, and coveting—but underneath all three is a deeper issue: discontentment. This message unpacks how discontentment drives what we take, how we twist truth, and what we desire—and why a society can't truly flourish unless the heart itself is transformed.But this isn't just about what we avoid. It's about what God is forming in us.Contentment isn't found in having more—it's found in trusting that, in Christ, we already have enough.In this sermon, we explore:• Why discontentment leads to breakdown in individuals and communities• How coveting is the root behind so many outward sins• What Scripture teaches about true contentment• How Jesus perfectly fulfilled what we never could—and makes a new way possibleThe call isn't “try harder.”It's to come to Christ, where real contentment begins.

Let me be real with you for a second, the word "differentiation" has a bit of a reputation problem.For most teachers, hearing it conjures up images of three separate lesson versions, colour-coded ability groups, and a to-do list that never ends. No wonder it sends a shudder up your spine.But here's the thing: that version of differentiation? It's not what I'm talking about. And it's not what's actually going to help your students, or you.This is Part 2 of my differentiation series, and today I'm giving you a front seat to what differentiation actually looks like when it's done in a way that's realistic, sustainable, and genuinely effective. We're busting the biggest myths, reframing the whole concept, and I'm walking you through my Differentiation Toolbox, the strategies I actually use to embed adaptive learning into lessons, not on top of them.If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, I'd recommend starting there, because it sets up the whole behaviour-learning link that makes this episode make sense.But if you're ready to stop feeling guilty about differentiation and start actually doing it? You're in exactly the right place.In this episode, you'll learn:Why the way we've been taught to differentiate is setting us up to fail — and what to do insteadThe biggest misconceptions teachers have about differentiation (and why they're holding us back)What "true differentiation" — or adaptive teaching — actually looks like in practiceWhy differentiation needs to be hardwired into your lesson design, not added on afterwardsThe ladder analogy that reframes scaffolding in the most practical way possibleThe tools inside Claire's Differentiation Toolbox: scaffolding, success criteria, learning maps, starter activities, visible learning, and moreHow one lesson can meet every student at their level — without creating multiple versions of anythingWhat's coming up in Part 3 of the series (spoiler: it's all about scaffolding and modelling in detail)Resources mentioned:The Behaviour Club — differentiation training + 50+ Canva scaffold templates: https://www.theunteachables.com.au/tbcHave a question, comment, or just want to say hello? Drop us a text!RESOURCES AND MORE SUPPORT:Shop all resourcesJoin The Behaviour ClubMy book! It's Never Just About the Behaviour: A holistic approach to classroom behaviour management The Low-Level Behaviour BootcampFree guide: 'Chats that Create Change'Connect with me:Follow on Instagram @the.unteachablesCheck out my website

Are You Accepted by God Even When You Feel Unworthy?───Do you struggle to believe that God truly accepts you—despite your failures, your shame, your worst moments? Many believers know they're forgiven, but live as if they're still on the outside looking in, unworthy of God's love. Today's devotion strips away that lie and reveals one of Scripture's most liberating truths: your acceptance before God has nothing to do with you and everything to do with Christ. You are made accepted in the Beloved—fully redeemed, completely forgiven, and deeply loved according to the riches of His grace.Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians 1:6–7 (KJV) to show you what it truly means to be accepted in Christ and how that transforms the way you live, worship, and surrender to God.───In This Episode:Why you are not acceptable in yourself—and why that's actually good newsWhat it means to be "accepted in the Beloved"—and how Christ makes that possibleThe cost of your acceptance: Jesus paid it all; you paid nothingPropitiation, redemption, and forgiveness—what these words mean for you todayHow acceptance in Christ becomes a lifestyle of worship and surrenderWhy a surrendered life always brings glory to GodPractical steps to live as if you're fully accepted, even when your feelings say otherwisePassages explored: Ephesians 1:6–7 | Romans 3:24–25 | Philemon 1:17 | Matthew 3:16–17 (all KJV)───Key Scripture:"To the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved." — Ephesians 1:6 (KJV)───Watch / Listen:https://youtu.be/Xim_2FMrBIkContinue the series: Words From The Word — All Spiritual Blessings: A Devotional Journey Through Ephesians (KJV)───Share this episode with someone who needs to know they are fully accepted in Christ—right now, exactly as they are.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #AcceptedInChrist #Grace #GodsLove

More than 60% of surgeries in the US are performed on aging patients — and hospitals are sending them home earlier than ever before. The risk profile hasn't changed. The oversight has.In this episode, EzyBandz COO Eric Grayson sits down with CEO and co-founder Tony Martelli to introduce the EzyBandz Guardian One — a next-generation medical alert platform built specifically for post-discharge and transitional care programs. Tony shares how a personal experience supporting a family member with a disability led him to reimagine what a modern medical alert solution should look like, and why the timing for this technology has never been better.

More than 60% of surgeries in the US are performed on aging patients — and hospitals are sending them home earlier than ever before. The risk profile hasn't changed. The oversight has.In this episode, EzyBandz COO Eric Grayson sits down with CEO and co-founder Tony Martelli to introduce the EzyBandz Guardian One — a next-generation medical alert platform built specifically for post-discharge and transitional care programs. Tony shares how a personal experience supporting a family member with a disability led him to reimagine what a modern medical alert solution should look like, and why the timing for this technology has never been better.

He built a successful practice — and it was quietly destroying your life.That's exactly where Stanley C. Leong found himself a decade ago. Making $600K in revenue, working nights and weekends, falling asleep on the floor while his daughters played around him. On paper, everything looked great. In reality, the business was running him.Today, Stanley averages 34 hours a week, takes every Friday off, and hit $2 million in revenue last year — roughly triple what he was making when he was burning out. He's now channeling what he learned into 52 Fridays, a one-on-one coaching program he co-founded with fellow advisor Darian Tong to help other financial advisors do the same.About Stanley C.  Leong Stanley Leong is a practicing financial advisor and co-founder of 52 Fridays Coaching. He began his career as an engineer before spending 24 years in financial services, building a specialized practice serving technology professionals. Stanley holds a $1 million minimum and runs a lean, efficient practice that he uses as a living proof of concept for everything he teaches. He trained with the Machado brothers — the same instructors who trained Keanu Reeves for the John Wick films.What We CoverHow Stanley went from $600K and completely burned out to $2M working half the hours — and what actually made that possibleThe jiu-jitsu analogy that explains why busy advisors can't grow: when you're in survival mode, you can't think strategicallyThe 52 Fridays Framework: Focus (individual efficiency), Structure (team efficiency), and Clarity (practice efficiency) — and the ~50 strategies inside themWhy defining a niche is the single highest-leverage efficiency move most advisors aren't making — and why it makes you more attractive even to people outside your target marketHow a more efficient practice actually improves client experience — less falls through the cracks, and you have the bandwidth to go the extra mileStanley's journey to confidently turning away prospects who don't meet his $1M minimum — and the scripts that make those conversations workResources MentionedAtomic Habits by James ClearBook Yourself Solid by Michael PortFinancial Advisor Success Podcast by Michael KitcesLimitless Advisors — coaching program by Stephanie BoganCEG Worldwide — coaching program by John BowenConnect with Stanley Leong

In this episode, I sit down with Helena Vissing—a licensed psychologist based in California, educator at the California Institute of Integral Studies, and host on the New Books in Psychoanalysis podcast.What unfolds is a wide-ranging and deeply honest conversation at the intersection of psychoanalysis and somatic therapy—two fields that often sit in tension, but, as Helena argues, may actually need each other more than we think.We explore the limits of both traditions: the risk of reducing the body to “nervous system tinkering,” and the equal risk within psychoanalysis of losing the body altogether. Along the way, we wrestle with the mind-body problem, the unconscious, and what it might mean to “free associate” not just through speech—but through sensation itself.This is also a personal conversation. I share my own resistance to somatic work, my tendency to live as a “brain on legs,” and the deeper questions that raises about embodiment, knowledge, and the illusion of mastery.We get into:Why both psychoanalysis and somatics can drift toward false certaintyThe danger of treating therapy as a problem to solve rather than something to encounterIntegration vs. multiplicity—and whether a unified self is even possibleThe role of not-knowing in both analytic and somatic workAnd how the body may be present even in its absenceThis is less a definitive statement and more an opening—a conversation that stays with the tension rather than resolving it.

Story of the Week (DR):WarSaudi Aramco CEO issues stark warning: Iran war could bring ‘catastrophic' shock to global oilPrediction markets face questions on Iran war bets, from regime change to nuclear detonationThe Maduro Capture (Jan 2026): Just hours before the U.S. captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, a new Polymarket account wagered $30,000 on his removalIsraeli Military Indictments (Feb 2026): At least two individuals in the Israeli defense forces were reportedly indicted for using classified intelligence to place winning bets on the specific dates of military strikes in IranNational Security Risk: A recent report by Responsible Statecraft warns that officials with the power to influence military timing could alter operations to maximize their payout The Atlantic Council recently warned that foreign adversaries can "weaponize the odds" by dumping money into a thinly traded market to create a false narrative that a country is about to collapse, potentially triggering a real-world panic or bank run.Kalshi (private)1/13/25: Kalshi names Donald Trump Jr. as strategic advisorPolymarket (college dropout Shayne Coplan)8/26/25: Kalshi Advisor Donald Trump Jr. Joins Rival Polymarket BoardTrump Jr.'s 1789 Capital is making an eight-figure investment in the controversial prediction-market company.AI JobsAnthropic just mapped out which jobs AI could potentially replace. A ‘Great Recession for white-collar workers' is absolutely possibleThe most AI-exposed group is 16 percentage points more likely to be female, earns 47% more on average, and is nearly four times as likely to hold a graduate degree compared to the least exposed group.Sam Altman admits AI is killing the labor-capital balance—and says nobody knows what to do about itOracle expected to slash thousands of jobs as massive AI spending creates financial cash crisisLayoffs are feeling awfully tempting for a lot of companies right nowCEOs are using one number in the AI age to decide how many people they still needRevenue per employeePatreon's CEO says AI will be a 'bloodbath for the world's creative people' unless tech companies pay upAtlassian slashes 10% of workforce to 'self-fund' investments in AI and enterprise salesThe unexpected 92,000 drop in payrolls is a clue we might be reading the AI jobs narrative all wrongWorker painAI Is Forcing Employees to Work Harder Than EverAI Job Loss Is Breaking the Psyche of Workers, Psychiatrist Warns‘AI brain fry' is real — and it's making workers more exhausted, not more productive, new study findsEconomist Dambisa Moyo says CEOs must play a role in sustaining the consumer class as AI eliminates jobsThis could only happen if we weren't controlled by the TechBro Dropout GangCII‘Not a goodbye…': What Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen told employees after announcing decision to step downShantanu Narayen, CEO of Adobe for 18 years, will step down once a successor is appointed, while continuing as board chairman.Google Hands Sundar Pichai $692M Package Tied to AI BetsPackage uniquely ties executive pay to Waymo autonomous vehicle and Wing drone delivery venture performanceCompensation structure sets precedent for linking CEO pay to specific AI business unit success rather than overall company metricsSo now CEOs can either game their bonus by obsessively focusing on one thing or doom the rest of the company by obsessively focusing on one thing or bothAs You Sow Files Lawsuit Challenging Chubb's Refusal to Put Shareholder Proposal Addressing Climate-Driven Insurance Crisis on Company ProxyThe proposal asks shareholders to vote on whether Chubb should commission a report assessing whether pursuing subrogation claims against parties responsible for climate change could reduce losses, benefit shareholders, and help preserve affordable homeowners insurance.This lawsuit follows the SEC's decision to abandon its longstanding role as a neutral arbiter in the shareholder proposal process. In November 2025, the SEC announced that it would no longer review corporate no-action requests under Rule 14a-8, effectively forcing these matters into court—an expensive and lengthy process.Sen. Elizabeth Warren Slams SEC As 'Lap Dog For Trump's Billionaire Buddies' After It Dismisses Another Crypto Case"The SEC should not be a lap dog for Trump's billionaire buddies"Live Nation, Ticketmaster's Owner, Settles Antitrust Case With Justice DeptThat was fastLive Nation Entertainment board includes Trump administration bro Richard Grenell 2 of 12 are womenGrenell is somehow the president of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts despite no background in anything resembling “the Arts.”He replaced a woman, Deborah Rutter. The chair is President Trump. Of course. And the board now is down to only one woman: 2 years ago it was 60% female.Glass Lewis recommends voting against Starbucks director over ‘board-level E&S oversight'New York State Comptroller, New York City Comptroller, SOC Investment Group, Canadian responsible investment association SHARE, Merseyside Pension Fund, and Trillium oppose the re-election of lead independent director Jørgen Vig Knudstorp, as well as Beth Ford, chair of Starbucks' Nominating and Corporate Governance (NCG) committee.Ford was chair of the EPCI committee and now leads the NCG committee, which assumed some of the responsibilities of the EPCI when it was disbanded.In its benchmark policy proxy paper, Glass Lewis has recommended investors vote against Ford.Goodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR:Uber rolls out women-only option in the USDR: CEOs of failed banks would have to surrender pay under bipartisan planSenate legislation would mandate “clawbacks” of executive pay, three years after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank.MM: 24 states, Nintendo sue Trump over tariffs as refund fight growsCostco CEO Ron Vachris Pledges to Return Tariff Refunds to ShoppersMM: Andrew Yang says we should stop taxing workers — and start taxing AIAssholiest of the Week (MM):War on Women: part 1Alex KarpPalantir CEO Makes Shocking Confession on Disrupting Democratic PowerPalantir CEO Alex Karp thinks his AI technology will lessen the power of “highly educated, often female voters, who vote mostly Democrat” while increasing the power of working-class men.“This technology disrupts humanities-trained—largely Democratic—voters, and makes their economic power less. And increases the economic power of vocationally trained, working-class, often male, working-class voters,” Karp said in a CNBC interview Thursday. “And so these disruptions are gonna disrupt every aspect of our society. And to make this work, we have to come to an agreement of what it is we're going to do with the technology; how are we gonna explain to people who are likely gonna have less good, and less interesting jobs.”To Alexandra Schiff, ex WSJ reporter and daughter of Tom Wolfe, who wrote a semi adoring Silicon Valley book in 2017 holding Peter Thiel as a god (and now sits on this board with Thiel), and to Lauren Friedman Stat, who only seems to post Palantir sizzle reels and as best I can tell is married to a “David Stat” who is the name of a “Director” (not on the board?) of Palantir who is in a Form 4 for selling stock:What the fuck are you doing. Do you read what this dude says? Are you that cucked to the tech bro elite you can't stop and say, “Hey, Alex, maybe tone down the suggestion you're trying to stop female Democrats from voting?”War on Women: part 2Glass Lewis recommends voting against Starbucks director over ‘board-level E&S oversight'Because Starbucks disbanded the Environmental, Partner and Community Impact committee of the board - launched in 2023, dissolved in November 2025Committee launched after majority supported SHP to focus on labor issuesJorgen Knudstorp and Daniel Servitje, the OTHER committee members, somehow escape entirelyKnudstorp is the Lead independent director, Niccol is the CEO and chair of the board (yes, chair)But instead of targeting Niccol or even Knudstorp, Glass Lewis targeted the female chair of the committee… ONLYIf the CEO gets to be chair - doesn't the CEO have to take responsibility for board overall? If you have an LID, are they accountable?? Why would the chair of a committee be target without the chair of the board or LID? Can a committee chair dissolve their own committee??Cracker Barrel - the scapegoat was the person of color who had “diversity” in their job description, not the longest tenured director who was also chair of the board but was a white guy - and Glass Lewis suggested voting out the brown dudeWar on Women: part 3 speed roundDOGE, DEI, and climate changeBlack women were disproportionately impacted by DOGE cuts. A year later, they're rebuilding careers for themselves and each otherI Watched 6 Hours of DOGE Bro Testimony. Here's What They Had to Say For ThemselvesOver the course of a six hour long or so deposition, Justin Fox, a former investment banker turned DOGE bro, refused to define what he believes counts as DEI; admitted he used ChatGPT to scan government contracts for terms such as “Black” and “homosexual” but not “white” or “caucasian;” and said that one of the grants he helped slash was “not for the benefit of humankind” before walking that claim back.Why ‘bringing your whole self to work' is a trap, especially for womenFormer Goldman Sachs CEO says DEI programs are ‘counterproductive,' arguing ‘you're branding the people in that program'Climate change: Women face worst impacts as funding support falls shortIn 2025, a UN women report warned that under a worst-case climate scenario, up to 158.3 million more women and girls may live in extreme poverty globally as a result of climate change by 2050Headliniest of the WeekDR: Shell CEO's Pay Jumps 60% Despite Profit Drop and Fatal AccidentsDR: Jack Dorsey Defends Wearing “Love” Hat While Firing 4,000 Employees in Pivot to AI: "I wanted to approach the whole situation with love."MM: Ozempic mania has even Olive Garden and The Cheesecake Factory cutting back on portion sizesMM: Cracker Barrel sales, traffic continue to slump months after failed rebrandWho Won the Week?DR: National Museum of the American Indian and the coffee at CII, was actually pretty not grossMM: The Council for Institutional Investors Spring Conference, who got to witness Proxy Countdown livePredictionsDR: CII loses our phone numberMM: The women start the uprising now:

Following her conversation with Shari Thompson, Anna shares practical reflections on supporting someone through a mental health crisis. Speaking from lived experience rather than clinical expertise, she explores how to show up steadily when someone you care about is struggling.Why professional support should be sought where possibleThe importance of listening rather than fixingHow to “sit in the mud” with someone without getting pulled underWhy “reach out if you need me” isn't always enoughBeing specific and proactive in your supportRegulating your own nervous system while helping someone elsePresence Over SolutionsOften, someone in crisis simply needs to be heard. Reflect their experience back to them without escalating or trying to immediately solve it.Proactive Support MattersInstead of broad check-ins, ask specific questions. Instead of waiting for permission, take gentle action. Consistency helps someone feel less alone.Put Your Oxygen Mask On FirstSupporting someone can dysregulate you. Slow your breathing. Lengthen your exhales. A calm nervous system allows you to think clearly and show up steadily.Follow Links:Find out about the Nervous System Regulation Coach Certification here:⁠⁠https://www.influentialbreathwork.com/regulation⁠⁠Follow Anna Parker-Napleson Instagram:⁠  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/healingafterthehardstuff⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/annaparkernaples⁠⁠LinkedIn:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/annaparkernaples⁠⁠

Amicable divorce, divorce recovery, and real support for single parents — this episode explores how to navigate divorce with dignity and community.In this powerful conversation on Doing Divorce Different, Lesa Koski sits down with Joy Reed, co-founder of the National Association for Single & Divorced Families (NASDF), to discuss what an amicable divorce really looks like — and why divorce recovery requires more than just legal paperwork.Joy shares her deeply personal story of navigating an amicable divorce, the unexpected grief that followed, and how that journey led her to help build the National Association for Single & Divorced Families. Together, they explore how divorce can be handled with respect, how identity shifts after separation, and why community support is essential during divorce recovery.This episode dives into:What makes an amicable divorce possibleThe grief of divorce (even when it's peaceful)Divorce identity loss and rebuildingResources for single parents and divorced familiesWhy divorce recovery needs financial, mental health, and childcare supportIf you're navigating divorce, considering divorce, or supporting someone through divorce recovery, this conversation will remind you that divorce doesn't have to be a war — and you don't have to do it alone.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction to amicable divorce and today's guest(03:12) Joy's story of an amicable divorce and staying connected(08:45) The grief of divorce — identity loss and emotional waves(14:20) Divorce recovery and losing your “role” in marriage(19:05) The founding of the National Association for Single & Divorced Families(24:40) The lack of divorce support resources beyond lawyers(29:15) Mediation vs. litigation and accessible divorce options(34:50) Financial strain of divorce and support for single parents(40:10) Building a national support network for divorced families(46:05) Why community is essential during divorce recovery(49:20) Final thoughts on service, dignity, and doing divorce differentlyKey Takeaways:Divorce can be amicable — but grief still comes in waves.Identity loss is one of the hardest parts of divorce recovery.Accessible mediation and resources reduce long-term emotional damage.Single parents and divorced families need financial, mental health, and childcare support.Community and service are powerful tools for healing after divorce.Guest Bio:Joy Reed is the co-founder of the National Association for Single & Divorced Families (NASDF), a national organization dedicated to supporting single parents and families navigating divorce recovery. With a passion for service and community impact, Joy helps connect divorced and single families with resources including mediation access, financial guidance, childcare support, and mental health services. Her mission is to make divorce recovery more accessible, less isolating, and more dignified for families nationwide.Resource Links:National Association for Single & Divorced Families (NASDF): https://www.nasdf.org/aboutLearn more about Doing Divorce Different:https://lesakoski.comTags/Keywords:amicable divorce, divorce recovery, National Association for Single and Divorced Families, NASDF, divorce support, single parent resources, mediation vs litigation, divorce grief, co-parenting after divorce, divorce identity loss, healthy divorce, divorce podcast, doing divorce different, divorce without fighting, divorce community support, single mom resources, single dad resources, divorce advice, peaceful divorce

Send us a textKen Coleman elaborates on the role of podcasts in shaping culture and providing on-demand content that influences listeners. He highlights the importance of clarity in building confidence and courage, sharing his personal experiences of transitioning from a political career to broadcasting. The episode wraps up with light-hearted segments, including a fun name game and Ken's reflections on influential figures in his life, showcasing his gratitude and the impact of mentorship on his journey.-Quick Episode Summary:Ken Coleman shares insights on purpose, clarity, confidence, and podcasting.-SEO Description:Ken Coleman shares lessons on purpose, clarity, self-awareness, and career growth in this inspiring Passing The Torch podcast episode with Martin Foster.-

What if miracles aren't mystical, they're scientific?Dr. Larry Farwell is a Harvard-trained neuroscientist selected by TIME Magazine to the TIME 100 Top Innovators of the Century—"the Picassos or Einsteins of the 21st Century." The son of a Manhattan Project physicist, he has advised President George W. Bush on counter-terrorism, freed innocent people from prison using brain fingerprinting technology, and has worked with the FBI and CIA worldwide. Now he's devoted his life to answering one question: Can we scientifically prove that consciousness creates reality?The answer changed everything he thought he knew about human potential.In this episode, Dr. Larry shares the laboratory experiments that proved humans can shift "impossible" probability distributions using consciousness alone—and how you can apply these same principles to create miraculous outcomes in your own life.What You'll Discover:Why quantum physics proves your "impossible" dreams are actually scientifically possibleThe near-death experience that revealed the secret mechanics of manifestationWhat "murmur moments" are and how your brain opens for transformation during triggersThe counterintuitive reason why trying harder keeps you stuck on the surfaceHow to use the "Alien Robot Report" to defuse any emotional trigger in secondsThe three questions that instantly reveal whether a situation actually threatens youWhy clarity of feeling matters more than specificity of outcome when manifestingThe simple daily practice Dr. Larry uses to stay grounded amid chaos and dangerYour Invitation:You already possess the same conscious unified field that creates galaxies. The question isn't whether you can create miracles—it's whether you'll learn how.Know yourself. Be yourself. Love yourself.Science says you're more powerful than you've ever imagined. Listen now.Connect with Dr. Farwell:Website: https://www.drlarryfarwell.com/Book: The Science of Creating Miracles: Neuroscience, Quantum Physics, and Living the Life of Your Dreams Connect with Raj:Liber8: www.liber8.health/programNewsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: @raj_janaiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we break down how money actually moves in the insurance-based PT and OT world, why so many clinicians and clinic owners feel financially stuck, and how the landscape has quietly but dramatically changed over the last 20 years.We cover:How insurance companies make money — and why they're incentivized to pay out as little as possibleThe reality of declining reimbursement and rising administrative costsWhy clinic owners feel squeezed from both sidesWhy clinicians deserve raises — and why insurance doesn't support that realityHow this system unintentionally pushes clinics toward lower-quality care modelsMost importantly, we talk about why the rise of cash-based care isn't a trend — it's a correction.Cash-based models:Allow small, independent clinics to survive and thrive againCreate real earning upside for skilled cliniciansRestore transparency and accountability in careExist in every healthcare system — including countries with universal healthcareThis episode isn't about villainizing anyone. It's about understanding the system we're operating in — so we can make better, more informed decisions about our careers, our clinics, and our patients.

This is Part 2 of my annual indoor playground and play café industry trends episode — a series I've released every single year since 2019.Part 1 focused on business design and planning.Part 2 is about operations, systems, and the decisions owners are making behind the scenes that will quietly determine who is still standing in 3–5 years.These aren't “ideas to try.” These are structural shifts happening right now inside profitable, sustainable play businesses. And if you miss them They're expensive to fix later.In this episode, I break down the operational and ownership trends shaping 2026, including:Why owners are stepping back earlier — and how systems (not hustle) are making it possibleThe rise of businesses designed to function without the owner presentWhy you cannot out-market a broken layout, bad flow, or poorly designed spaceHow intentional design decisions reduce staffing costs, customer friction, and burnoutWhy some owners are quietly cutting hours — and increasing profitThe shift toward making money during downtime, not just peak hoursHow smarter owners are evaluating revenue streams based on profitability and energy, not egoWhy “just add more offerings” is becoming a dangerous strategyThe growing gap between owners who track numbers weekly and those who “feel busy”How over-reliance on AI without real-world context is already costing new owners time and moneyRESOURCES MENTIONED:BLOG For This EpisodeLittle Play AvenueEpisode 105: Call Forwarding Systems To Better Customer ServiceEpisode 84: Making Money As A UGC CreatorEpisode 349: Business Sponsorships with Jayci from Tiny PlayEpisode 341: Lead Your Team Better in 2026Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers SocietyOTHER RESOURCES:Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers SocietyGetting Started With Your Play Cafe [YouTube Video Playlist]What's Working In The Indoor Play Industry 2025 GuideFund Your Indoor Play Business [Free Training]Indoor Play Courses & 1:1 Consulting WaitlistMichele's InstagramMichele's WebsitePlay Cafe Academy YouTube ChannelETSY Template ShopPrepare Your Indoor Playground For a RecessionPlay Cafe Academy & Play Makers SocietyQuestions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com TOOLS & OTHER LINKS:Play Cafe Academy & Play Makers Society: http://bit.ly/3HES7fDQuestions and Support: Support@michelecaruana.com Simplify and Scale with 50% OFF WellnessLivingActive Campaign Free TrialFree Demo of Aluvii All-In-One POS

Are you feeling pushed by responsibility or being pulled toward possibilities?Today is a special episode just for you. It is all about personal reflection on gratitude, growth, and the quiet signals that guide us to decide what comes next. From a meaningful “take your mom to work” experience to moments of physical and emotional endurance, this is an invitation to pause and notice what's been tugging at your heart.A Proud Mom Moment Recently, I joined my daughter at Define Private Training, where she is a lead instructor. Watching her lead a program built around individualized goals lights me up.Here are 3 Leadership Lessons I learned from watching her:Leadership starts with planning: Thoughtful preparation creates a better experience for everyone.The best leaders exemplify empathy: Being aware, reading strengths, and meeting each woman exactly where she is creates progress.Great facilitators make it feel effortless: Coaching form, managing energy, and keeping the room connected is what seasoned facilitators do.Personal note: I learned that saving the 135-pound sled push for my last exercise may not have been my smartest strategy, but finishing it left me feeling exhilarated!As the year comes to a close, many of us find ourselves looking for the one thing to amplify and push us forward. Today I explore:The difference between being pushed by obligation and pulled by purposeWhy thoughtful preparation and empathy remain essential leadership strengthsHow great facilitators make hard things feel possibleThe importance of releasing what no longer fits, even when you're capable of itA simple Love, Like, Capable exercise to help regain alignmentWhy learning, curiosity, and experimentation often live in the love columnHow community, especially women supporting women, changes everythingI also share reflections on resilience, personal health journeys, and the importance of keeping our windshield bigger than our rearview mirror as we move into a new season.As we head into the new year, I am so grateful to the HerCsuite® Community and the clarity we found for HER HEALTHX poised to make a huge impact on women's health outcomes. On a personal note, my heart is overflowing with gratitude that our oldest daughter's health was finally diagnosed. She is now living on her own (after 4 years of being bed ridden) and my youngest daughter is leading women and beyond her years and it is a gift to see them grow.This episode is dedicated especially to you, all around the world who are tuning in. I want you to know how much I appreciate you, that you are valued and you matter. May you finish the year with peace and carry joy with you into the new year. Each of us has the ability to be a Baller and in demand. When we have that belief, we are ready to amplify the one thing that lights us up and move forward.Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.About the HostNatalie Benamou is Founder of HerCsuite®, women's leadership network and portfolio career company. She also serves as President and CEO of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit bridging the care communication gap and improving health outcomes for women.

In today's episode of Ordinarily Extraordinary – Conversations with Women in STEM, Kathy and Linda sit down with environmental engineer and river guide Mishael Umlor — a woman who pressed pause on her engineering career to live a year of adventure, intention, and joy.Kathy first met Mishael this summer while rowing through the Grand Canyon on a 14-day paddle trip. What began as a passing “Wait… you're an engineer?” moment turned into months of wanting to learn more about her unconventional, intentional path. Today, you'll hear that full story.About Mishael UmlorMishael holds both bachelor's and master's degrees in environmental engineering and worked for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on hydrology, water quality, and river systems modeling. After earning her PE, she made the bold decision to step away for a year to travel, guide rivers, reconnect with family, and build a life that aligns with her values.During her year away she:Guided rafting trips in the Grand CanyonTraveled for six weeks in Belize — where she and her husband had their wedding attire custom-designedRode motorcycles through Central AmericaSpent months backcountry camping in BajaCompleted a five-week ski tour using a DIY truck camperVisited family across the MidwestGot marriedAnd reconnected with the outdoors in ways that shape the next chapter of her engineering careerHer story is a powerful example of designing a life with intentionality, courage, and creativity.In This Episode, We Talk About:How Mishael discovered environmental engineering through community college and a love of mathHer experience working for the U.S. Army Corps of EngineersTaking a year off after earning her PE — what she learned and how she made it possibleThe logistics and finances of long-term travel and seasonal livingRiver guiding, safety stories, and what it's really like flipping a fully loaded kitchen boat in the Grand CanyonFinding balance between a technical career and a passion-driven outdoor lifestyleWhat she wants her engineering career to look like next — and how she plans to blend contract work and river-based fieldworkThe beauty of creating a life you actually want (even when it doesn't look like the traditional path)Why You'll Love This EpisodeMishael's story is a refreshing and inspiring look at the many ways women in STEM can shape careers that don't fit into boxes. Her honesty about fear, joy, logistics, and dreams makes this a conversation that will resonate with anyone rethinking their own path — whether early, mid, or late career.Connect & FollowIf you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify — it helps others discover these stories.Follow the podcast so you never miss an episode, and share with a friend, colleague, or fellow adventurer.Have a question or comment?Email us at OrdinarilyExtraordinaryPod@gmail.comor leave a voicemail at Ordinarily-Extraordinary.comSupport the show

Stop moaning about Instagram, and start embracing it...Season 7, Episode 68: Show Up and Be HeardToday's episode of the podcast is a solo episode all about reframing how we think about social media - especially when it feels annoying, overwhelming, or downright exhausting.I'm diving into the common moans we all have about “the algorithm,” low reach, constant changes, and social media feeling heavier than it used to. And I'm walking you through a kinder, more empowering way to look at the platforms so you can use them in a way that genuinely supports your business without draining you. This episode is here to help you shift your mindset, simplify how you show up, and remember just how powerful these free tools really are when you use them your way.If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate if you could take just a few minutes to give it a review on whatever platform you are listening on - because every one I get really does make me do a little squeal and a happy dance!CONNECT WITH BECCI:Connect with Becci on Instagram, LinkedIn or FacebookJoin Becci's email communityTIMESTAMPS TO HELP YOU FIND WHAT YOU NEED:01:19 The Frustration of Social Media for Small Businesses04:05 The Evolution of Social Media Platforms07:04 Understanding Algorithms and Engagement09:44 Overcoming Burnout and Finding Balance11:53 The Importance of Authentic Engagement14:15 Shifting Focus from Vanity Metrics15:58 Practical Tips for Social Media SuccessIF YOU LOVED THIS, YOU'LL ALSO LOVE:Why my new social media goal is to spend as little time on it as possibleThe truth about running a business without social mediaEPISODE TRANSCRIPTTap to downloadThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

#320: What if there's less standing between you and your dream life than you think? If you've ever caught yourself thinking "that's too big of a dream," this episode is going to completely shift how you see what's possible for your life.Today I'm sitting down with Olivia Rose Thomas — manifestation coach, co-host of Inspired Delusions, and someone who went from being skeptical of the idea of manifesting to completely transforming her life through it. Olivia breaks down the neuroscience behind why getting your hopes up is the most powerful thing you can do, why your 95% subconscious mind might be sabotaging what you want, and how to rewire your brain to expect good things.This isn't just woo-woo talk — Olivia connects quantum physics, nervous system regulation, and brain science to explain why manifestation actually works. She shares how she manifested her dream apartment the day after putting it on her vision board, why being audacious about your goals gives your brain more dopamine and motivation, and the exact tools that help you feel safe enough to dream bigger than you ever thought possible.This episode is for you if:You're tired of playing it safe and ready to let yourself receive what you actually wantYou've tried manifesting before and felt like it didn't workYou want to understand the science behind why your thoughts literally shape your realityYou're ready to stop being realistic and start being audaciousWe talk about…The moment Olivia went from manifestation skeptic to believer — and manifested her exact dream living situationWhy getting your hopes up is actually less painful than believing nothing is possibleThe study that proves we only see what we're looking for (and how to use this to your advantage)What your subconscious mind really is and why 95% of your thoughts are working against you without you knowing itThe three R's formula: Recognize, Rewire, Regulate — and how to actually change your beliefsWhy EFT tapping calms your nervous system and clears the "clouds" blocking your natural state of worthinessHow to use subliminals safely (and why creating your own with your voice works faster)Why acting "as if" and changing your identity is more powerful than any manifestation ritualWhy being realistic is the fastest road to mediocrity — and what to do insteadHow to feel safe enough in your nervous system to actually let yourself hope for moreEpisode Links:Follow Olivia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliviarosethomas_/Follow Olivia on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oliviarosethomas?lang=enListen to Olivia's podcast, Inspired Delusions: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ETFmbKuK8CU6vYU9wFRwu?si=c93d63ba996d4dd7Get your She's So Lucky Merch: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/shes-so-luckySponsors:Nutrafol: For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to nutrafol.com enter the promo code BALANCEDLES.Kendra Scott: Visit kendrascott.com/gifts and use code SSL20 at checkout for 20% off ONE full-priced jewelry item. Exclusions apply, offer ends December 31, 2025.BBoutique: Everyone who signs up gets a FREE rose suction toy with their order. Visit https://www.bboutique.co/vibe/shessolucky-podcast.Vionic: Use code LUCKY at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. One-time use only.Ritual: Get 25% off your first month of Ritual when you visit ritual.com/balanced and add Essential Protein today.Cotton: Cotton is the fabric of our lives. Visit thefabricofourlives.com to learn more.Google Shopping: If you're stressing about finding those perfect presents, head over to g.co/holiday100Keep in touch with Les and She's So LuckyFollow Les on IG @lesalfredFollow She's So Lucky on IG @shessoluckypodFollow Les on TikTokFollow She's So Lucky on TikTokSubscribe to the She's So Lucky Newsletter: https://shessolucky.kit.com/bestcaseVisit our website at shessoluckypodcast.comPlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this eye-opening episode of The Confident Sober Women podcast, host Shelby John sits down with award-winning investigative journalist Shoshana Walter, author of Rehab: An American Scandal. Together, they uncover the shocking realities of America's addiction treatment industry—where compassion and healing sometimes collide with corruption, exploitation, and profit.Shoshana shares the powerful stories behind her groundbreaking reporting for The Marshall Project and Reveal, which exposed how some court-ordered rehab programs forced people struggling with addiction into unpaid labor—working in factories, warehouses, and even processing plants under the guise of “treatment.” Her work sheds light on the systemic failures in the U.S. recovery landscape and the human cost of unregulated programs that prey on the most vulnerable.Shelby and Shoshana explore:How the opioid epidemic reshaped America's rehab industry—and where it went wrongThe dark history of “tough love” recovery programs rooted in Synanon and behavioral modificationWhy unregulated and for-profit treatment centers continue to thrive todayThe legal and ethical gray zones surrounding work-based rehab programsThe critical role of “recovery capital”—the internal and external supports that make lasting sobriety possibleThe devastating gap in treatment options for mothers and families, and what real reform could look likeThis conversation is a must-listen for anyone in recovery, professionals in the mental health and addiction fields, and families seeking treatment for a loved one. It's a raw, informed, and deeply compassionate discussion about what's broken—and what hope still exists for creating an addiction recovery system that truly heals.

Most people assume that if you've ever had a blood clot, plastic surgery is off the table forever.But is that actually true?In this powerful episode of Plastic Surgery Uncensored, Dr. Rady Rahban sits down with Lori — a 60-year-old woman who survived multiple blood clots, including two pulmonary embolisms, and still safely underwent a tummy tuck.This conversation dives into:The real risks of surgery after DVT or PEWhy most doctors automatically say no — and why sometimes, that's not the whole storyHow a true team approach between surgeon + hematologist can make previously “impossible” cases possibleThe emotional journey of choosing your own quality of life — even when others try to talk you out of itThis is not a story about vanity.  It's a story about courage, medical nuance, and reclaiming your confidence at any age. If you've ever wondered, “Can I have plastic surgery if I've had a blood clot?” — this episode is your answer.✨ If you enjoyed this episode of Plastic Surgery Uncensored:✔️ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.✔️ Rate & Review—your feedback helps more people find us.✔️ Follow Dr. Rady Rahban across all platforms for daily insights, behind-the-scenes, and patient education:Instagram: @drradyrahbanTikTok: @radyrahbanMDYouTube: @Rady RahbanFacebook: @Rady Rahban✔️ Share this episode with someone considering plastic surgery—the right knowledge can save a life.

Dr. Anna Foster is an emergency veterinarian and co-founder of The Evolved Vets, which helps veterinarians grow personally and professionally through coaching, education, and community. She also writes Dr. Anna Foster – Travel Vet on Substack, where she shares reflections on self-development, travel, and her recent three-month sabbatical. Anna joins Meredith to talk about what inspired her career break and the lessons she learned along the way.Highlights:Why Anna decided to take a three-month sabbatical after years in ER medicine and leadership rolesHow she planned ahead - financially, professionally, and emotionally - to make it possibleThe emotional toll of emergency medicineHow the Shift Shedding meditation helps veterinarians decompress after difficult shiftsWhat she learned from a three-day phone-free reset and how it changed her relationship with technologyWhy the antidote to rushing isn't slowing down, but being present Resources:Dr. Anna Foster – Travel Vet: https://substack.com/@drannafosterThe Evolved Vets: evolvedvets.comDr. Anna Foster on Instagram: @drannafoster Interested in vet-specific financial planning? Schedule a free intro call or email meredith@allvetfinancial.com

Title: Reject or Receive: Cain, The Deceptiveness of Religious RebellionText: Genesis 45 Indicators of Religious RebellionRebellion tells us we can approach God on our own terms.Rebellion ignores God's Word.Rebellion channels anger and even murder toward God's image bearers.Rebellion leaves us wandering from God's presence.Rebellion replaces God with people and things. 2 Clues that Rescue from Rebellion is PossibleThe clue of Cain's name.The clue of Cain's mark.

We live in a culture obsessed with fairness. The word is heavy with scales, tallies, and invisible scoreboards. Did I do my part? Did they? Am I getting what I deserve? Is someone getting more than me? Fairness sounds righteous on the surface, but when you live inside it, fairness is a trap. It drives us inward, judging ourselves and everyone else against an impossible standard, measuring every crumb, every kindness, every silence.When fairness rules, love shrinks. We second-guess our own thoughts, scold ourselves for favoritism, and keep our generosity under lock and key so we won't “give too much.” Fairness whispers that compassion must be rationed, that care must be weighed like coins, that justice is about sameness instead of healing.But the ancient call of Spirit is not fairness. It is equity.Equity is not about everyone receiving the same thing. It is about giving each person what they need. When I stop worrying whether I've distributed care evenly across every relationship, and instead ask, “What does this one need from me right now?” something shifts. Relief floods in. My shoulders unclench. I no longer have to police every interaction or keep score of invisible debts. I am free to meet the human being in front of me.That is the heart of justice. Justice is not sameness. Justice is not balancing a ledger. Justice is seeing clearly and acting rightly. It is equity.The Trap of FairnessFairness has become one of the most cherished myths of our time, especially in societies built on meritocracy. We are told from childhood: if you work hard, if you follow the rules, if you wait your turn, things will be fair. But fairness is fragile. It crumbles the moment we see how wealth, health, opportunity, and power are not evenly spread. It fractures when we notice how privilege tilts the scales. And it collapses entirely when we realize that life itself is not fair: illness, disaster, and tragedy visit without rhyme or reason.When fairness fails, many double down. We chase punishments and rewards, lawsuits and policies, hoping someone, somewhere, will enforce the rules of fairness. But the more tightly we cling to fairness, the more bitter and exhausted we become. The constant comparison, who has more, who has less, who “deserves” what, keeps us in a state of judgment, always suspicious, always resentful.Fairness was never enough.The Relief of EquityEquity breaks the spell. Equity says: stop measuring. Stop comparing. Look at the person before you and ask, “What do they need?”Some need encouragement, others need listening, others need space. Some need bread for their table, others need a place to belong, others need protection from harm. Justice is not everyone receiving the same thing. Justice is everyone receiving what will allow them to live, to heal, to flourish.When we shift to equity, the anxiety of fairness dissolves. Instead of wondering, “Am I doing enough for everyone equally?” we ask, “Am I present, honest, and caring in this relationship?” It becomes practical. Relational. Human.That first step is where the practice begins: check your relationships. Are you being equitable with those around you? Not fair, but equitable. Does your friend who is grieving receive your tenderness, even if that means you cancel plans with someone else? Does your coworker who is struggling receive your help, even if it takes more of your time than another? Do you allow yourself to receive what you need, even if someone else doesn't understand?This is equity. It feels like a deep sigh, a release from the tyranny of fairness.From Personal to CommunalThe small shift in our relationships points toward a larger horizon. If justice is equity in the personal sphere, then justice is equity in the communal sphere as well.When we give only what is fair, society becomes rigid. Schools, hospitals, workplaces, and governments end up enforcing sameness, not care. But when we design systems with equity in mind, we look at who has been excluded, who has been harmed, who carries heavier burdens, and we act to rebalance.Equity notices that some need ramps, others need interpreters, others need affordable medicine, others need safety from violence. Equity doesn't ask who deserves it. Equity doesn't weigh worthiness. Equity simply acts to provide what is needed so that everyone can participate fully in life.To treat one person unjustly is to treat everyone unjustly. Because once we decide that someone can be excluded, neglected, or silenced in the name of fairness, we set a precedent that eventually comes for us all. Equity protects the whole by tending to the part.Scarcity and the Lie of DeservednessOne of the deepest obstacles to equity is the myth of scarcity. We are taught to believe there is not enough: enough food, enough time, enough money, enough love. And in a world of scarcity, equity sounds threatening. If they get what they need, will there be enough left for me?But scarcity is a lie. Our world already produces more food than we consume, more wealth than we distribute, more capacity for care than we unleash. Scarcity is an invention of empire, a tool to keep us grasping and competing instead of sharing and creating.Deservedness is scarcity's twin. We spend endless hours debating who deserves help, who deserves opportunity, who deserves compassion. But nobody deserves anything. Deserve is the wrong question. The right question is: what do they need?When we stop asking “Who deserves?” and start asking “What is needed?” the world changes. Compassion flows more freely. Communities grow stronger. Justice becomes possible.Living Into the PossibleThe call is not abstract. The call is practical. Begin with your relationships. Ask what equity looks like in your friendships, in your family, in your community. Practice it, even in small ways. Notice the relief it brings.Then lift your eyes. See the wider society. Ask: who around me is not receiving what they need to flourish? What can I do, in partnership with others, to change that? Sometimes the answer is mutual aid. Sometimes it is advocacy. Sometimes it is simply showing up and standing alongside the vulnerable.Justice is not waiting for laws to be rewritten or for leaders to act. Justice is practicing equity now, in our daily lives, in our choices, in our commitments.The dream is an equitable society. A world where no one is left behind, no one is cast aside, no one is told to earn their right to live. Every small act of equity is a seed of that world. The more seeds we plant, the more inevitable that world becomes.A Call to ActionSo here is the call: stop chasing fairness. Stop policing yourself with invisible scales. Stop rationing compassion. Let relief wash over you.Practice equity in your relationships. Ask what each person needs, and respond with love.Then widen your practice to your neighborhood, your community, your world. See where equity is missing, and act.Because justice is not a concept. Justice is a way of living. Justice is equity. Righteousness is right relationship. And the Spirit who made us longs for both.To treat one person unjustly is to treat everyone unjustly. But to treat one person equitably is to open the door for justice to grow everywhere.May we live as if an equitable world is already possible. And in our living, may we help bring it into being.Now find a quiet place. Sit comfortably. Close your eyes if you wish.Take a slow, steady breath in.Breathe in calm.Breathe out calm.Let your body settle. Let your spirit rest in the present moment.Now, softly speak these words aloud, letting each phrase open like a seed within you:May I treat myself with equity,giving myself what I need in this moment.May I treat my loved ones with equity,giving them what they need in this moment.May I treat my friends and community with equity,giving them what they need in this moment.May I treat my enemies with equity,giving them what they need in this moment.Rest again in silence. Feel how each phrase widens the circle of your care, from self, to loved ones, to community, to those who oppose you.Stay here as long as you need. Let the practice reshape your breath, your thoughts, your life.Thanks for reading! This post is public so feel free to share it.Thank you for Tips / Donations: * https://ko-fi.com/cedorsett * https://patreon.com/cedorsett * https://cash.app/$CreationsPaths* Substack: https://www.creationspaths.com/This essay grows out of the podcast episode **“Justice, Not Judgment: Equity and Right Relationship.”** It is not a transcript, but a written reflection that expands on the themes we explored in conversation. If you'd like to listen to the full discussion, you can find the episode above.New to The Seraphic Grove learn more For Educational Resource: https://wisdomscry.com Social Connections: * BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/creationspaths.com * Threads https://www.threads.net/@creationspaths * Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creationspaths/#christopagan #creationspirituality #justice #equity #rightrelationshipChapters:00:00 Introduction to Justice and Righteousness01:34 Understanding Hebrew Concepts of Justice and Righteousness02:41 Right Relationship and Moral Laws04:34 Modern Interpretation of Ancient Laws05:51 Equity vs Equality07:29 Questioning Deserving and Worth08:52 The Myth of Scarcity11:45 Reimagining Work and Society14:22 Education and Creative Freedom19:49 Embracing Change and Moving Forward23:02 Closing Prayer and Outro Get full access to Creation's Paths at www.creationspaths.com/subscribe

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Ep 185 w/ Matt Dennis On Travelling With A Disability: Breaking Barriers, Accessible Travel + MindsetIn this episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast, I'm joined by Matt Dennis — a travel writer, journalist, and accessibility advocate — to discuss his inspiring journey of travelling with a disability and how mindset can transform the way we see the world.Matt, also known as The Empowered Traveller, has been featured in publications like Metro, The Independent, Evening Standard, and Adventure.com. His work shines a light on accessible travel and how small changes in infrastructure, awareness, and attitude can open up destinations for millions of travellers worldwide.We dive into Matt's story of becoming disabled at 18, navigating life with a paralysed leg, and discovering the confidence and freedom that comes through travel. From interrailing across Europe with crutches and a backpack to advocating for accessibility at global tourism expos, Matt shows that travel is not just possible with a disability — it can be empowering and life-changing.Throughout the episode, Matt shares insights into the realities of accessible travel, including which destinations are leading the way and which still have a long way to go. We explore countries such as Canada, France, Albania, and India, and discuss how accessibility isn't just about wheelchair ramps — it's about inclusive design, public transportation, adapted activities, and, most importantly, mindset.This conversation also highlights why accessible tourism matters for everyone. With ageing populations and an increasing number of people living with mobility challenges, accessibility benefits not only disabled travellers but also seniors, families, and anyone who wants easier, more inclusive travel experiences.Whether you are a disabled traveller looking for tips, an industry professional seeking to understand the importance of accessibility, or simply curious about how to make travel more inclusive, this episode will open your eyes to the possibilities.We discuss:Matt's first major adventures travelling with crutches and a backpack across EuropeThe mental side of disability and how mindset influences what's possibleThe challenges and triumphs of accessibility in destinations around the worldWhy countries that embrace accessibility benefit travellers of all abilitiesHow accessible travel opens doors not just for disabled travellers, but for everyoneWhether you're a traveller with a disability, know someone who is, or want better to understand the importance of accessibility in global travel, this conversation will leave you inspired.Matt DennisWebsite - https://www.empoweredtraveller.com/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheEmpoweredTraveller-hh6vo

Alzheimer's disease and related dementias now affect more than 55 million people worldwide — and that number is growing fast. But is cognitive decline inevitable? Not anymore.In this episode, Jay Croft speaks with Angela Lunde, a 24-year Mayo Clinic veteran and co-author of the newly revised Mayo Clinic on Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias. Angela shares powerful insights on how lifestyle choices, early detection, and caregiver support are reshaping the landscape of brain health.You'll learn:How lifestyle factors like exercise and social connection impact brain functionThe latest in dementia risk reduction, including the POINTER study's findingsWhat new treatments are showing promise — and what still isn't possibleThe emotional reality for caregivers, and how they can build resilienceHow fitness and wellness pros can guide clients over 50 toward better brain healthThis conversation is both deeply informative and inspiring for anyone concerned about aging, dementia, and long-term wellbeing.

Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth examine the beloved mythology of in-state recruiting, exploring whether building championship teams with local talent is still viable in modern college basketball.Puerto Rico Recap & Recruiting Updates[00:00-15:00]Bob and Mike discuss IU's successful exhibition trip to Puerto Rico, highlighting impressive performances and what the games revealed about the team's offensive potential. They also touch on the busy recruiting landscape, upcoming visits, and how the new coaching staff is filling their recruiting pipeline with diverse targets across multiple positions.The Dorothy Complex[15:00-30:00]Using "The Wizard of Oz" as a framework, Bob and Mike dive into the mythology surrounding in-state recruiting. They identify three distinct versions of the argument:The extreme position: Load up on as many in-state kids as possibleThe moderate approach: Swap in a few three-star locals at the marginsThe observational stance: Frustration over missing elite in-state prospectsThe discussion explores whether kids even want to stay home anymore, given changing family backgrounds and transplant populations.The Numbers Game[30:00-45:00]Mike presents data showing Indiana's changing talent production compared to basketball hotbeds like Georgia and Texas. Key revelations include how Indiana now produces only 2-3 top 100 players annually versus seven in peak years, and the geographic shift of elite talent toward the South and Southwest. The conversation covers population migration, infrastructure changes, and why the "inexhaustible pool" theory no longer holds.Modern Coaching Realities[45:00-60:00]Bob examines what coaches actually consider when balancing in-state versus national recruiting, using Matt Painter's Purdue model as a case study. Topics include:System-based recruiting versus talent acquisitionThe "who can you get" factor in roster constructionHow the transfer portal changes long-term planningWhy relationships with local coaches still matterChampionship Blueprints[60:00-75:00]Analysis of national championship rosters reveals that 85% of starters over the past 25 years were from out-of-state. Even programs in talent-rich areas like Virginia had zero in-state starters on their title team. The discussion examines whether building around local talent is mathematically feasible for championship contention.Indiana's Path Forward[75:00-End]Bob and Mike conclude with strategies for maintaining in-state connections while pursuing elite talent nationally. Topics include using walk-on programs strategically, staying visible in local communities, and why the current coaching staff's diverse recruiting approach makes sense for IU's championship aspirations.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's podcast episode idea was inspired by an incredible success that I recently discovered from one of my students that I know you'll be interested in. This episode is highly relevant if you want to go into wildlife careers, especially graduate school, but the lessons that you'll learn from my student's experience apply to ANY situation. You'll learn a winning process that I regularly use with my students that will get you results. In her case, it was an extremely prestigious grant that enabled her to go to basically any graduate school in the US!You see, I was recently on LinkedIn and happened to notice that one of my former students, Camilla Price, is now going to graduate school. I was so excited for her and ready to congratulate her, when I noticed something even more exciting: that she was the recipient of a prestigious National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (GRFP) grant. But even more exciting than this…she was the recipient after applying to the grant just one time and without having an established advisor to work with. Keep reading to understand why this is such a big deal…The NSF GRFP grant is a super competitive grant and a HUGE honor. I've known people who've received the grant and I was even awarded an honorable mention myself when I applied, but I didn't know anyone who got it BEFORE they started working with an advisor in graduate school, meaning that they did it all on their own!I cannot emphasize enough what a big deal this is for aspiring students wanting to go to graduate school: if you get it, you can go pretty much wherever you want for graduate school. You have your choice! This NSF grant provides all of your funding and a lack of funding is one of the biggest reasons why so many people seeking to go to graduate school can't get in. They approach potential graduate advisors and even if the advisors are interested in having another student, if they don't have the funding, then they can't take on that student for a Master's or Ph.D. This was a problem that Camilla was facing.I was so excited for Camilla – the last we had talked, Camilla had been trying to get into graduate school for a year or more. And I was super intrigued by how she went about writing the NSF GRFP. When I wrote my grant applications, I knew the advisor I would be working with and I had a specific Ph.D. project in mind. Without having a specific advisor to work with and therefore a lab and research area to focus on, how did she know what to write about? How did she do this all on her own? Without the help of an advisor to give her feedback and guidance?After extending my congratulations to Camilla, I knew I had to invite her to be on the podcast so that we could all share her success and learn the process that she took to gain this great honor.So many of my followers and students are interested in going to graduate school, and when you listen to Camilla's tips and tricks, you'll learn a ton from this episode. Even if you're not ready to go to graduate school, if you're looking to get into a wildlife career, you're going to benefit a lot. And if you're not interested in wildlife careers, that's okay too – there's still so much you can learn from Camilla's approach to receiving this grant. The strategy that she used is something that I teach in my Successful Wildlife Professional Program: start with the end in mind and work backwards.Tune in and hear about the strategies Camilla used in order to pick the graduate school of her dreams, and learn about how she settled upon the University of Colorado and chose to study wolverines. Along with Camilla's advice, I offer some additional tips and key takeaways to really solidify those points, no matter where you are in your career and what you're going for. These tips work!Specifically, I go over:Camilla's journey as an early-career professionalWhat the the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program is and why you should apply before you go to graduate school and even when you get inThe components of a NSF GRFP proposal and what it's like to write oneCamilla's entire process for creating her research proposal: from concept to submittingStrategies for creating a strong proposalThe importance of networking and how Camilla used it to help her write the strongest proposal possibleThe difference between Broader Impacts and Intellectual Merit: what they are and why they are important in all NSF proposalsand MORE!Dream of being a wildlife biologist, zoologist, conservation biologist, or ecologist? Ready to turn your love of animals into a thriving career?

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, hosts Karen Potter and Theo McManigal continue their interview with Jim O'Day, Executive Director of Integrity Restored, a ministry dedicated to helping men, women, and families break free from pornography.Jim shares how Integrity Restored equips priests, churches, and families to confront today's hypersexualized culture through the Three Pillars to Purity program and practical tools like Covenant Eyes.You'll discover:Why priests are the first line of defense in the battle against pornographyHow betrayal trauma impacts marriages — and how healing is possibleThe neuroscience behind porn triggers and the “fight, flee, freeze… fornicate” brain responseWhy accountability and community are essential for recoveryHow science and faith together reveal the truth about pornography's effectsThis episode is filled with encouragement, science-backed insights, and faith-filled strategies to support healing and hope in individuals, marriages, and the Church.

What does it take to go from working on the tools to running one of the fastest-growing painting franchises in the country?In this episode, I sit down with Zach Tanner, founder of Painter Bros and FM Flow, to unpack his journey from an 18-year-old with a paintbrush to leading a company with over 140 territories across the U.S.We talk about:How he scaled from one job site to a national franchiseThe mindset shifts that made rapid growth possibleThe systems he uses to keep quality high while expanding fastWhy FM Flow might be the next big thing in the industryWhether you're on the tools now or already running a crew, Zach's story will inspire you to think bigger and move faster.Sign up for FMFlor here, just say you came from the podcast to get the discount

Send us a textAre you playing it safe with your dreams? In this powerful episode, Maggie shares key insights from her recent 10X Expansion Retreat about why your biggest goals should make you a little nervous—and how to set timelines that push you forward without shutting you down.Drawing from real client transformations and her own journey, Maggie breaks down the psychology behind why some of us tend to keep ourselves small and reveals the goal-setting framework that's helped clients double (and triple) their income.What You'll Learn:Why dreaming big is especially crucial for women (and how to overcome the fear of disappointment)The 10-year to 5-year timeline strategy that tricks your brain into believing bigger goals are possibleThe "Goldilocks Rule" for setting progress goals that stretch you without breaking youDisney's 3-focus area strategy and why "if everything is important, nothing is"How to break down big visions into daily actions that create compound growthThe fear test: How big dreams reveal limiting beliefs (and why that's actually good news)Key Takeaways:

Hi there! Feel free to drop us a text if you enjoy the episode.In this episode we sit down with Abby Long, the (outgoing) Executive Director of Kingdom Trails — one of the top mountain biking and multi-use trail networks in the country, located in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom.Abby shares her inspiring journey from global service work to leading one of New England's most beloved trail systems. With over 100 miles of trails traversing private land, Kingdom Trails is more than just a riding destination — it's a shining example of what happens when community, conservation, and recreation come together.The conversation dives into:The origins and growth of Kingdom TrailsHow strong landowner partnerships make it all possibleThe push for adaptive and inclusive trail designFuture expansion plans and event partnershipsKT's year-round offerings, including winter fat biking and skiingThe economic and social impact on the local communityAbby's leadership highlights the power of stewardship, respect, and place-based collaboration. Whether you're a rider, trail builder, or community advocate, this episode is packed with insights on what it takes to create sustainable, inclusive, and beloved outdoor spaces.Art & Eric embark on a journey to showcase and celebrate the endurance sports community in New England.

In this episode of Mind Your Own Karma, we dive deep into the transformative power of the brain and how it can heal after trauma. Join us as we talk to Sydney Curtin, author, serial entrepreneur, and advocate for the unheard, about how trauma impacts the brain-and more importantly, how we can begin to retrain our minds for healing and growth.Sydney shares her personal journey and insight into why healing isn't about erasing the past, but about reclaiming your voice, your power, and your purpose. From understanding the science of trauma to practical tools you can use every day, this episode offers a fresh, out-of-the-box approach to healing that you won't want to miss.In this episode, you'll learn:How trauma affects the brain and how retraining is possibleThe most important things that shape our understanding of healing from traumaPractical daily practices to help shift long-held mental patternsWhy healing doesn't mean forgetting-and what true healing looks likeHow to begin reclaiming your voice and shifting the labels that hold you backIf you're ready to dive into unconventional healing modalities and explore how to transform pain into purpose, this episode is for you.Guest: Sydney CurtinSydney Curtin is an author, serial entrepreneur, and coach committed to helping others reclaim their voices, rewrite their stories, and use their struggles as stepping stones to greater strength. Through her businesses, writing, and coaching, she's empowering individuals to step into their own transformation and healing.Get In Touch with Sydney:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_sydneycurtin/profilecard/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sydney.nicole.5661 TikTok: https//www.tiktok.com/@coach_sydneycurtinWebsite: https://www.coachcurtin.com Connect With Melissa:-Email Melissa here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mindyourownkarma@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Click here for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mind Your Own Karma Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Click here for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Find Mind Your Own Karma on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Find Mind Your Own Karma on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Find Mind Your Own Karma on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Remember—You might be only one listen away from a totally different life! Hashtags:#MindYourOwnKarma #KarmaCrew #PodcastEpisode #HealingPodcast #TraumaHealingPodcast #HealingFromTrauma #RetrainYourBrain #NeuroplasticityHealing #TraumaRecoveryTools #MindsetShift #TraumaInformedHealing #EmotionalHealingJourney #RewriteYourStory #ReclaimYourVoice #OutOfTheBoxHealing #SydneyCurtin #TraumaHealingCoach #HealingWithSydney#WomenWhoHeal #EmpowermentThroughHealing

I'm absolutely thrilled to have an incredible guest with me today - Dr. Leah Gordon, who is going to share her expertise on a topic many of you have been asking about.Dr. Leah is a licensed naturopathic and functional medicine doctor who specializes in supporting women on their journey toward motherhood. Through her online platform, Womanhood Wellness™, she provides incredible guidance for women at every stage - whether you're breaking up with birth control, balancing hormones, preparing for pregnancy, trying to conceive naturally, or navigating infertility.What makes Dr. Leah's perspective so valuable is that she combines her extensive medical knowledge with her own personal journey. She experienced hormonal struggles and went through a challenging 6-year journey with male-factor infertility that ultimately led to IVF. So she truly understands this path both professionally and personally.Beyond her clinical work, she's also a founding formulator at Needed™, co-hosts the podcast Healthy As A Mother™, creates courses, and speaks regularly on women's health topics.➡️ What you'll learn in this episode:Overview of the lack of integrative and natural medicine support along with assisted reproduction (IUI, IVF)Importance of optimizing sperm regardless of doing IUI or IVF (contrary to what the industry says)In IVF, there are three phases of natural support: Before egg retrieval, healing after egg retrieval, and preparing before embryo transferMy recommended gap of time after egg retrieval before transfer, and why I recommend FET whenever possibleThe importance of fertility energetics, especially during IUI and IVF, and how to bring that inWe'll cover why optimizing sperm health matters tremendously (despite what many clinics might tell you), the three critical phases for natural support during IVF, the optimal timing between egg retrieval and transfer, and the often overlooked but powerful role of fertility energetics during these procedures.I know this conversation will be incredibly valuable, whether you're currently going through fertility treatments or considering them in the future. Follow Dr Leah Gordon on:https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/TikTok: @drleahgordonDon't miss out on this in-depth episode filled with practical advice and inspiration to help you on your fertility journey.Let's chat! I want to hear from you! Send me a voice memo with:- what you loved- what you want to see improve- any guests you want me to bring on- AND any questions you want me to cover on the podcast!Did you know you can join my private community to support you in getting Fertile As F***? This is the place for live interactions, support, and learning on the fertility journey.Want more amazing content? Join me on IG.If you found this podcast episode useful, we'd love it if you could take 15 seconds to give us a positive review on whichever platform you're listening to this episode.

Veronica Cardello and Erica Spaid Patras join this week's episode to discuss the newly released Housing Ohio: Tools for Development initiative and how it can help address Ohio's housing shortage. Full Description / Show NotesWhat housing Ohio: Tools for development isWhy it was needed in OhioWhat the process was like in creating the pattern bookPartnerships that made the toolkit possibleThe reception of the toolkit so farThe goal of the pattern bookHow it will help grow communitiesThe future evolution and new uses for it

Send us a textJoin Lara Schmoisman on Coffee N° 5 as she chats with global event strategist Christian Muche, co-founder of POSSIBLE. Discover how this Miami-based event is redefining the future of marketing conferences through real connections, AI integration, and powerful brand collaboration. Tune in for insight into event innovation, the creator economy, and the art of curating meaningful moments.We'll talk about:Why in-person events still matter in a tech-heavy worldThe story behind launching POSSIBLE and choosing Miami as its homeHow Christian curates programming that feels relevant and urgentThe evolving role of AI in events and brand storytellingHow POSSIBLE supports startups, creators, and corporate giants alikeTips for knowing when your business is ready for an event like POSSIBLEThe difference between creators and influencers—and why that mattersWhy “AI with a human touch” is the future of marketingFor more information, visit Christian Muche's LinkedIn.Subscribe to Lara's newsletter.Also, follow our host Lara Schmoisman on social media:Instagram: @laraschmoismanFacebook: @LaraSchmoismanSupport the show