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It's been over 200 episodes since we've last talked about Rob's favorite topic/curriculum/body of research, the Preschool Life Skills. So, to wrap up his birthday month of episodes, we're bringing it back! First, a review of PLS and how it can fit into your classroom environment. Then two recent extensions of the PLS into trauma-based treatment and parent skill development. Hopefully, you'll be as excited as Rob is by the end of this episode. And, if not, could you just fake it for a while? It is his birthday. This episode is available for 1.0 LEARNING CEU. Articles discussed this episode: Falligant, J.M. & Pence, S.T. (2017). Preschool Life Skills using the Response to Intervention model with preschoolers with developmental disabilities. Behavior Analysis: Research and Practice, 3, 217-236. doi: 10.1037/bar0000056 Rees, R.E., Seel, C.J., Huxtable, B.G., & Austin, J.L. (2024). Using the Preschool Life Skills program to support skill development for children with trauma histories. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 17, 693-708. doi: 10.1007/s40617-023-00892-z Lee, H., Gunning, C., Leow, J., & Holloway, J. (2024). An evaluation of delivery of the parent Preschool Life Skills program via telehealth. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 57, 893-909. doi: 10.1002/jaba.2914 If you're interested in ordering CEs for listening to this episode, click here to go to the store page. You'll need to enter your name, BCBA #, the two episode secret code words, and answers to the knowledge check questions to complete the purchase. Email us at abainsidetrack@gmail.com for further assistance.
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Key Performance Indicators (or KPIs)! By establishing KPIs in your practice, you find ways to remove the emotion that doesn't need to be there. Tiff and Kristy explain how KPIs drive a practice — and how to implement them if you haven't started yet. Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: The Dental A Team (00:00) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. We are back again today and I say we again because I've got Miss Kristy here with me. You guys know how much I love her and podcasting with her is just, I told her today, like I just, you bring a sense of calm and it's great and letting it be on a, like Thursday afternoon, this is kind of cool for me ⁓ and ending my week. I've got, you know, we've got things to do tomorrow, ending calls with this is really, really cool. So Kristy, thank you so much for being here today. How are you? The Dental A Team (00:29) Good and you? The Dental A Team (00:31) I'm good, thank you. ⁓ I'm... I was gonna say that, like what the heck? I'm so glad you're here though because, you know, this time last year you were here in snow and ice and I'm so glad you're here but it is cold and I heard you guys, record these, this is January right now, it'll be released in February but it's like so cold. It's like 43 degrees in the morning here and us Arizona women are just not used to that so. The Dental A Team (00:34) It's cold for Arizona. The Dental A Team (01:01) I agree and there's supposed to be ice and snow coming, not for us, we get rain, thank goodness, but I'm like, that's why we live here, so we don't have to deal with ice and snow. yeah, puts a little damper on travel, so we'll see. We'll see how that goes, but I am glad that you're here. This is the time of year that everybody comes and visits. February is a massive, massive time to be in Arizona. In March, we've got spring training games going, we've got... Waste Management Open, we've got, oh my gosh, every weekend there's a taco festival or something going on. So this is the prime time to be in Arizona. If you wanna come visit, tell us that you're coming and we'll be happy to give you some suggestions. Kristy, we talk about these a lot and I'm excited because I know you actually thrive in this world a ton. You make decisions based on these. are phenomenal at projections. four practices and the world of KPIs, which you guys, for those of you who don't know, key performance indicators, those are the indicators within your practice that tell you how you're performing. I had years and years and years ago now, like way too long to even count, I had a manager one time and she said, Tiff, I want you to start joining the KPI meetings on Thursdays with the CPA doc and I. And I said, okay. And then I ran over to my computer and I was like, Google, what is KPI? What does KPI mean? I was like, I'll be there. That sounds great. This is like growth for me. You're putting me in. I was like, yep, I'll be there. And then I was like, what does this mean? So if you don't know what it means, you're not using them, you are not alone. I had to Google that once upon a time. And that was before Chat GPT. I feel like I would have been so much better off if I had that to break it down for me. But alas, here we are. And Kristy, I love KPIs. I love black and white decision making. I love any opportunity we have that we can remove some emotion. from a decision, especially in the dental industry. We have a lot of emotions in the dental industry and being able to remove those and say that yes or no something is or isn't working. And my favorite piece of that is when we do that, Kristy, I think it gives us the opportunity to tackle the system and not make it personal about the person. Like it might not be that you suck. it's that the system's not working or we're not using it correctly. And if that's the case, I'm fine. We start using it correctly or we alter it. But I think, Kristy, it makes me feel a lot better about accountability and about KPIs and just about leading teams when it's less about a feeling and a person and more about the system. So I'm excited. Kristy, tell me, why do you love KPIs? The Dental A Team (03:41) Yeah, for the same reason, Tip, because so many times we see people focused on the wrong thing. And when you really dial into the metrics, they start to tell a story, right? And sometimes even metrics can look a little bit deceiving, but that's why I like to say the numbers start to tell a story. And then we get to dig into it and figure out the story. So, you know, just in saying that, I think if I wasn't doing what I was doing, I would be some kind of detective. And I mean, The Dental A Team (04:09) I think you would too. The Dental A Team (04:10) Maybe that's why it's so exciting for me, but like, and it's truth, right? The numbers don't lie. And so a lot of times we have misperceptions on things and that's the human aspect. So to give grace on us, and I also feel like what we measure expands, it grows, right? And so if we're focused on the wrong thing, what do we get more of? And so, The Dental A Team (04:33) Mm, true. The Dental A Team (04:40) I just think it's the fastest way to make improvements. And it's kind of funny Tiff, because in other things we do, if we want to lift weights or we want to lose weight, what do we do? Get on the scale or we're like, we lift 50 pounds. my gosh, I added another weight. We measure it really well, but in dentistry it's like taboo. ⁓ we can't do it. Like it's so bizarre, right? But I just, again, it's the true measure. We talked about this. The Dental A Team (05:02) I agree. The Dental A Team (05:07) on a different podcast of winning. It truly lets us know if we're winning or losing, and maybe we'll focus on the wrong thing, right? I know you've heard it a zillion times. Doctors come on, need more new patients. I need more new patients. I need more new patients. And we look at their outstanding treatment list and it's like $3 million. And I'm like, do you really know what you mean? Right? So again, sometimes it lets us win faster because we can breathe direct and focus on The Dental A Team (05:26) You for sure. The Dental A Team (05:37) what's really gonna get us there. The Dental A Team (05:40) Yeah, I love that you said that. I love the idea of focusing on the wrong thing because I think we do that a lot. focus on the negative, right? We're like, what was our attrition rate instead of what's our new patient and our active patient count? Are those growing? Because if our new patient count and our active patient count are growing, attrition's fine. But if we're looking at attrition rate, we're like, how many are we losing? We're grasping. It's a different kind of energy and that will grow. So if you're looking at it, you want your attrition to grow, then keep watching it. If you want your active patient count to grow, keep watching it. And if it's not growing, then you tackle the systems and assume attrition is happening. So I love that you said that because it broke it down, I hope for everyone, a little bit differently there. And our podcast today is How KPIs Drive a Practice. And I think in that simple statement and those two minutes you were just talking, you just broke it down, like verbatim on how it drives a practice because what you focus on will grow no matter what. you're right, it's so everything in our life, we count everything. Like it's just human nature to count and track everything we do. We track our money, we track our expenses, we track our weights, we track our weight, we track everything that we do, we track our gas mileage. know, my sister's always like, ah, I got 16 gallons or whatever. I need to go get the best gas price. And I'm like, girl, I don't. I don't know what she's like, what is your car get? I'm like, I have no idea. But there's, know, she's tracking that. But like, then we go into a dental office, it's like, don't talk numbers. Don't talk numbers. Don't track it. Because that's going to make somebody feel bad. It's like, no, we're going to track it. We're going to see that we're winning. And we're going to feel really, really good. Like my sister, sometimes she comes home and she's like, ah, I guess mileage was down. Sometimes she comes home and she's like, guess what? Simple. But that's how simple it can be. doesn't have to be astronomical, but those small wins add up to something astronomical. And I have had so many clients that, I've had clients that have purchased practices, they're like, all right, when are we starting marketing? I'm like, well, what do you mean? You've got, like, what's your patient count? What's your active patient count? And then what's the total patient count of that practice? Because you have, every patient right now is a new patient. Starting marketing, is a wild use of your money. Let's internal market, let's get your exams better. There's so many different avenues that we think are just the norm, so we jump on board with them. But then when we pull and extract those actual KPIs, we can find the root of what we need and the root of any problems that there might be, any systems that need to be revamped. So I love that, because that's how you're driving success, by watching the KPIs. Kristy, and you've got, I hope everyone knows, I don't say it every time, but Kristy's done so much in her dental career and held so many titles and she's consulted for far longer than she's even been a presence here at the Dental A Team. We're so grateful for her. Kristy, in all of your experience, what do you feel are the easiest KPIs to start tracking if we're not tracking any? And then what are the most valuable KPIs maybe that people don't think of? The Dental A Team (08:53) Ooh, that's deep. Obviously, I think we have to look at it as like two different forks in the road, right? Because so many times we hear the practice of a million dollars and then we hear the practice of six million. And I think doctors, you guys get all ramped up and think if I'm the million dollar guy, why am I the six million dollar guy? And I'm thinking, wait, wait, you don't necessarily want to be that guy. You're actually more profitable than, you know. The Dental A Team (08:55) I I like that one. Correct. The Dental A Team (09:22) So it's not just what's happening in the practice, but also how profitable you are, right? And truly us here at the Dental A Team, we're looking to make sure you're hitting that profitability because that's where the true freedom is. But with that being said, the biggest KPIs out of the gate is what do I need to hit every month to be profitable? And then I measure my production, net production. and collections. And ⁓ I am going to throw new patients in there, but in a different way, because doctors do want new patients and a lot of times they're getting them. But don't just look at how many I'm getting. Look at how many are reappointing. ⁓ you know, it's one thing that you're getting them and you might be doing limited, limited and letting them go out the back door. So again, look at those, but also put more weight on how many are getting reappointed. And then ⁓ I also like doctors to look at diagnostics, dollars and diagnostic or sorry, acceptance dollars and percentage. ⁓ They go hand in hand. It can't just be percentage of acceptance because maybe I'm not accepting enough to even get to that goal. Yeah. The Dental A Team (10:31) case acceptance. Yes, yes, I love those. Yeah. The Dental A Team (10:46) And lastly, probably in that tip would be your reappointment rate. How many are we reappointing? Because keep those patients of yours. Don't have to spend so many external dollars to gain more because if we just keep what we have and too often we look at how many people are sitting in our inactive pile or we don't look at it and you have a whole nother practice sitting there that you could tap into. The Dental A Team (11:13) Yeah, I love that. I love what you said about the case acceptance dollars, the diagnostics and the case acceptance dollars. I too have doctors, I love having them ⁓ track their diagnosis and then their dollars. Number one, I hated being a treatment coordinator that had no control over how much was being diagnosed and only initially when I was treatment coordinator, were really only looking at case acceptance, which is very popular. So case acceptance, case acceptance, and then they're like on your neck and that call these three people, why didn't these, like call the people and like I have called all the people. I can't, and we have so many clients, right, that the TC's are like I've called all the people, Tiff, can't, Kristy, I can't call anymore. Cool, it might not be in the case acceptance. Sometimes it's in the diagnosis and then to loop back to your new patient statement, all of those go so hand in hand and this is why, ⁓ heaven help me, this is why. things like our scorecards, clients of Dental A Team that talk about the scorecard. This is why the scorecard is so important because you can look at a dental analytics screen and it's choppy, all over the place. The scorecard brings it together so that you can see what's affecting something else because to your point of the new patients, I had a practice near and dear to my heart. He hit his massive goal this year and I'm so proud of him. We worked really hard on, it was, you know, Timelined out for five years and he hit it literally two weeks before his deadline, his date. One of the things that was holding his practice back was the new patients. He needed more new patients, needed more new patients, so his marketing company is like, all right, we're gonna ramp up new patients. And then all of a sudden we've gotten new patients, but it's like, we're not growing. There's nothing on the schedule, what's happening? And so I said, okay, what kind of new patients? And we had so many emergency, limited, transient, going through town, looking for an emergency. He was doing a lot of same day dentistry, but not getting things booked on the schedule and not really adding to his patient count, because there wasn't reappointments happening. When we dialed that in, we found that and I was like, here's the key, switched his marketing, his new patients went up, Then we focused in on his case acceptance. And then like you said, with the dollars, we're seeing, are they accepting fillings? Are they accepting crowns? Are we getting the near cases? Like what is the case acceptance percentage is cool, but what are we actually, what's the procedure that's being the dollar amount and is there a ceiling maybe in our treatment planning, either back office, front office, wherever it is, is there a ceiling that our system needs to be able to help us overcome in diagnosing a certain dollar amount or treatment planning a certain dollar amount? The Dental A Team (14:03) Yeah, I love that you say that, And as the TC, that's the one that gets me because so many doctors go back up there or come to us and say, they're just not closing it. And I always tell my practices, case acceptance is a team sport. And literally, it starts from before they even call the office. Like everything you're doing is contributing to their trust. And so ⁓ truly, docs, I know you don't want to hear this, but it's your job to get them to yes with treatment and ⁓ financial coordinators get them to yes financially. So some of them can work heroics and they do, but it is totally a team sport. So going back to the diagnostics too, you asked a tool that I use ⁓ that maybe isn't so looked at. And I would say print your procedure count report yearly and just take a look, you know? Are you doing four surface fillings? And I'm not saying that you shouldn't, but is it aligning with your philosophy? And are you giving patients the choice for long-term care? Because sometime that probably four surface filling is going to turn into something, you know? And let your patients decide. Let them decide. The Dental A Team (15:18) Yeah. Yes, I love that I have worked with many practices that they do give the options, but they assume that their patient base wants something specifically or can only afford something specifically. So they may give the options, but they kind of talk them into starting with something and started just leaving it on the table and saying what, if this were your mouth and roles were reversed, that we often say, this were your mom, if this were your sister, if this were your brother. But I like to think, what if we were in different seats and the patient or the dentist, you were sitting in that chair, what would you want someone to tell you? Because you might even still err on the side of like, mom, when it happens, we'll fix it, but like, let's just do this patch for now, right? Because I don't, we don't want to get you numb. Like you might still err on that side for a family member, the, know, quote unquote conservative, but if you were sitting in that chair, what would you want the dentist to say to you? And I think that makes a massive difference. And that is like your detectiveness, right? That's your detectiveness, but it works and it's what practices need sometimes. And I think, Kristy, part of those pieces, and you showed me your AR thing yesterday and how you diagnose that. And sometimes we do have to go to those spaces. The Dental A Team (16:17) Yeah. Yeah. The Dental A Team (16:40) because you can't see it in the other areas. like, gosh, something is here, but that's why you look at those KPIs that are gonna drive success. And then when one of them isn't working, when one of them isn't hitting the metric that you want it to, you dive deeper. You're not just going to say, okay, every month let's pull the procedure code report. You're gonna say, if case acceptance, if we're not hitting production, case acceptance isn't working or diagnosis isn't working, now we're gonna dig a little bit deeper. I think what tends to happen is we either go surface and we're like, everything's fine and we ignore issues or we go so deep that we're in the weeds and nobody has time to see the patients. We're just pulling reports all the time. The Dental A Team (17:20) Yeah, it's so funny. So much psychology goes into it, right? Like our doctors get so upset in dentistry. I remember like doctors thinking, well, we're the only ones that do free consults. Medical doctors don't do free consults. Why do we do it in dentistry? You know what I mean? But yet we also complain, my schooling costs so much and they don't want to pay me what I'm worth, you know? And it's like, Almost everything, it's funny when we get into it and I work with clients, I'm like, we kind of caused it. We taught them. How many times do we answer the phone and we go, do you have insurance before we even know their name? You know? So it's funny. It's like an oxymoron in a way, but I love that you brought that up because many times we do it to ourselves. The Dental A Team (18:10) Yeah, yeah, we just spin our wheels on something, to find it and trying to get it right in an industry where nobody's taught how to do this stuff. guys, doctors learned how to be dentists and that's it. It's a rare occasion that you come across anybody who is taught how to run a dental practice. And dental is different than medical. So even healthcare professionals, right? People who have a degree in healthcare management, it's different. This is why we're here. This is what we do. This is this is years and years. mean, across the whole Dental A Team team, like we should count that up. That'd be a lot of years. I don't even know anymore. We've grown to so many consultants. I don't even want to try to count that right now. We'll do that later. We'll ask Josh to do that for us. But regardless, there's so much wealth of knowledge here in. The Dental A Team (18:57) Yeah. The Dental A Team (19:04) ensuring that and we've done such a great job at finding the solutions and the systems to at least get templates and things started to customize for practices. I think that's just an immense value that consultants like the Dental A Team bring is that space of uniformity. these are things that we've seen work. Let's start here and then let's layer on top for you and let's adjust it for your practice and your team. and those KPIs that drive success, pretty universal. And you said, you know, the common ones, production collections, new patients, diagnosis, case acceptance, and I loved your reappointment rate for new patients and just in general, those tell you the stories. And then from there, we dig and dive deeper. So I love it, Kristy. Thank you so much. think if I were to give an action item, it would be to revamp. your KPIs if you're digging too deep and grab some new ones if you're not going deep enough, if that makes sense. So, Kristy, anything else you'd like to add? The Dental A Team (20:09) No, I love it. The only thing I would say, Tip, I know you have the saying down better, but use, love the numbers, right? Don't use them as sticks, is that? The Dental A Team (20:17) Yeah. Yes, yes, numbers are here to guide us. They're stars to guide us. They're not sticks to beat ourselves up with. Yeah, years and years of presenting with Kiera. Awesome, well you guys, go check your KPIs, go check your scorecards. If you're a Dental A Team client, you should have a scorecard. If you don't, get after your consultant. Everyone has scorecards this year, so we're good to go. But if you don't know how to use it or if you're confused by it, The Dental A Team (20:26) There you go. Love it. Yeah. Love it. ⁓ The Dental A Team (20:48) or if you're not a Dental A Team client yet and you want information on it, please by all means reach out. We're here to help you. We wanna make sure that everyone is successful, whether you are a one-on-one client with us, a group client, or just here as a listener, we wanna make sure that you are all successful. So reach out, Hello@TheDentalATeam.com, and you guys, we'll catch you next time. Thanks so much, thanks, Kristy. The Dental A Team (21:08) Thank you.
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Learn Spanish faster by starting with the hard stuff — like expressing concepts! In this episode, we'll lay the groundwork for expressing abstract ideas, concepts, and thoughts in fluent Spanish… and it all starts by mastering the #1 most important word in the Spanish language. Practice all of today's Spanish for free at LCSPodcast.com/11
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More clients isn't always more money—especially when your calendar is crammed, your energy is thin, and your revenue still feels fragile. We pull back the curtain on why a time-for-money model keeps therapists stuck and show how to design profit with intention, not exhaustion. If your income goals require more sessions than you can realistically hold, you don't have a marketing problem; you have a revenue model problem.We start by optimizing the foundation you already have. You'll learn how to align fees with your expertise, turn referrals from a happy accident into a reliable system, and use onboarding to set clear expectations that reduce churn. We reframe retention as ethical, client-centered continuity, not a failure to “fix” fast—because growth takes time and therapy can serve people across seasons of life.Then we explore ethical leverage that expands impact without draining capacity. Think small groups, intensives, retreats, or online workshops, along with digital tools like workbooks that deepen progress between sessions. These offers welcome folks not ready for one-to-one while strengthening outcomes for current clients. Finally, we cut through the noise with a simple rule: choose one strategy, commit for 90 days, and track the tasks and metrics that matter. No content treadmill, no sprawling product suite—just focused execution that compounds.You'll walk away with a practical blueprint to increase revenue, protect your energy, and build a more resilient practice: optimize what works, add a single leveraged offer, and create systems that run at a humane pace. Ready to step off the hustle hamster wheel and build with clarity? Join the Practice to Profit Summit.Support the show
F-Stop Collaborate and Listen - A Landscape Photography Podcast
In this episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," host Matt Payne sits down with Patrick Krohn, winner of the Natural Landscape Photography Awards' "In Your Backyard" special award. Patrick Krohn shares his journey from photojournalism and sales into a deeply rooted local photography practice centered around his hometown of Aiken, South Carolina. The conversation dives into the value of photographing locally—both for developing creative consistency and for lowering the stakes so you can experiment, learn from mistakes, and hone your skills daily. Patrick Krohn discusses the parallels between sales tenacity and artistic growth, emphasizes the importance of community connections, and makes a compelling case for finding your own audience rather than chasing external trends. Sprinkled with practical advice and thoughtful anecdotes, this episode is packed with actionable insights for photographers looking to find meaning and improvement without traveling far from home or bending to outside pressures. Links and Resources: Patrick Krohn (One Eyed Dog Studios) Support the Show on Patreon Natural Landscape Photography Awards (NLPA) Out of Chicago Workshops Chicago Botanic Garden Center for Photographic Art, Carmel, CA Anne Belmont Carol Guzy Beth Young Stephanie Johnson Seth Godin – Purple Cow John Sexton Freeman Patterson Matt Payne's Infrared Photography Article Slow Photography Movement – Episode 210
We are living in a golden age of pelvic health.There are more job opportunities, more practice models, and more flexibility than ever before.But with more options comes a harder question:
End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework Anthony Laney didn't "get lucky." He was nudged by a mentor who asked a few pointed questions that changed his path. What followed was a slow, intentional climb from modest beginnings to a studio known for exceptional residential work. In this conversation, you'll hear how Anthony thinks about designing the practice, not just the projects. He shares how he built momentum without betting the farm, why he keeps investing in guidance, and what happens when a team learns to treat truth as fuel instead of a threat. You'll also catch the mindset shifts behind growth: how to face uncertainty, turn hard moments into process upgrades, and build a culture where high standards feel energizing, not crushing. The simple outreach move that made other firms want to send him work (and why most architects never try it). The "feedback rule" that sounds intense… until you hear what it does to performance and trust. The quiet metric he watches that reveals more about a firm's health than "busy" ever will. To learn more about Anthony, visit his: www.laney.la
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Are you finding that the administrative burden of PPO participation is costing you more than it's earning? This episode features Lisa Weber, a PPO expert, shedding light on the hidden and often overlooked administrative cost associated with PPO participation. She tells the real story of a dentist facing a tough decision about whether to hire a full-time employee to manage UnitedHealthcare or terminate the network altogether. Tune in to gain valuable insights on how to view an insurance network burden relative to its value, helping you make strategic decisions that could directly impact your profit margin. If you're wrestling with insurance networks, this episode is an eye-opener you can't afford to miss!Listen to Lisa's Other Episodes Here:75: Lisa Weber | Unlock The PPO, Teams, Numbers, and all about dental insurance – The Dental Marketer PodcastMMM [Insurance] Here's Why You Should Treat Your PPO Insurance Carriers Like Every Other Marketing Strategy – The Dental Marketer PodcastThe Making of SMILE & CO. - Episode FOUR – The Dental Marketer PodcastHost: Michael AriasJoin my newsletter: https://thedentalmarketer.lpages.co/newsletter/Join this podcast's Facebook Group: The Dental Marketer SocietyLove the Podcast? Subscribe on Your Favorite App! https://lnkfi.re/TDMPod
If you love calling elk, don't miss this episode. I share the four unique calling techniques I use when traditional calling isn't working. We've all been there, the standard bugle or cow calls are just not working that day. Maybe it's the weather or whatever various factor has changed, but the elk that were bugling here yesterday are not bugling today. Try these calls, they have all worked for me in some way either for myself or while guiding. Practice these techniques before season so they are solid when you get there. Let me know what you think at jim.huntsman@eastmans.com Show Sponsors! Phelps Game Calls - The game call company of The Western Huntsman! https://bit.ly/PhelpsGameCalls-Eastmans -Use Promo Code "Huntsman10" for 10% off! Leupold Optics- Over 100 years of American-made optics such as scopes, binos, spotters, range finders and more. Leupold sets the standard for innovation and quality without selling out. Leupold not only makes excellent products for any hunt, but they work hard for the future of hunting through their incredible support of many different conservation organizations. Support the companies that support you, check out Leupold here: https://bit.ly/Leupold-Eastmans Browning X-Bolt 2 - Browning is perhaps one of the top brands in American hunting. We all know this company, and they've once again moved the bar to a higher standard with the X-Bolt 2 rifle. Available in multiple cartridges, this rifle is designed for maximum, Total Accuracy, right out of the box. The Vari-Tech Stock allows this rifle to fit any person of any size. The DLX Trigger with adjustable weights is smooth as ice, and hunters can take advantage of the Plus Magazine System when maximum rounds are needed. With too many features to list here, this rifle is a no-brainer. Check it out at https://bit.ly/Browning-Eastmans Mystery Ranch Packs- These packs have a long tradition of quality and durability. Their new hunting pack line-up has everything from solid daypacks to backcountry sizes and women's sizes. This is huge! I've never been able to find a good pack for my wife and girls that actually fit them right until I found the women's Sawtooth. Impressive load capacities, great organization, tough, lightweight, and carried on the improved Mysterium frame. Link: https://bit.ly/MysteryRanch-Eastmans Easton Archery- Perhaps the most world renowned arrow manufacturer on the planet, these American-Made products range from hunting to target arrows to a complete accessory lineup. The Western Huntsman is proud to partner with a leader in this industry, especially since we've been a customer of theirs for many years. Feel confident going into the field with the best arrows available, there is no reason to go with lesser products on something as important as your next hunt. https://eastonarchery.com/ Eastmans Hunting Journals - What Western Hunter doesn't know Eastmans Hunting Journals?? I've been a fan and subscriber to the magazine since I was a kid, and you should too. Between the magazine, Eastmans TagHub, and the new Mule Deer eCourse, Eastmans has something for everyone and the tools every Western Hunter should have! Check it out at https://www.eastmans.com/
What if the next step in your career was simply saying "yes" to yourself? For many clinicians, the idea of starting a private practice feels like a "someday" dream. But for today's guest, "someday" arrived a lot sooner than she expected — and it completely changed her career.I'm thrilled to introduce you to Kara Nelson, a pediatric speech-language pathologist, mom, and the founder of Sahuarita Speech Spot, a private practice serving families in a rural-suburban community in Southern Arizona, just 20 miles north of the Mexico border.Kara specializes in gestalt language processing and neurodiversity-affirming therapy, supporting children from first words through early literacy. She has grown her practice beyond traditional speech therapy by adding reading tutoring, school contracts, and community partnerships, all while raising her family and figuring out how to scale a business without losing the heart of the work. She is a shining example of what happens when you combine clinical expertise with a leap of faith—and she's been a joy to watch grow from the very first steps of her journey all the way to where she is now.From working as a speech tech in the schools to building a thriving practice with a brick-and-mortar location and a growing team, Kara's story proves that private practice isn't just for the "type A" planners—it's for anyone willing to go all in.In this episode, Kara shares how she moved from feeling stuck in the school system to creating a practice that fits her life, her family, and her community.Kara Nelson has been working in the schools since 2007, starting as a speech language technician before earning her master's degree from Northern Arizona University. She spent over 15 years in educational settings before realizing she was ready for something different.A self-described "all or nothing" person, Kara didn't waffle when the idea of private practice took hold. She started small—mobile and part-time—while continuing to work in early intervention and the schools. But it wasn't long before her caseload grew, and so did her vision.Today, Kara runs a busy practice that offers both speech therapy and literacy support out of a permanent location. She's learned to leverage technology, streamline her systems, and even bring on a team member. And through it all, she's stayed grounded in her mission: helping kids communicate and connect.In Today's Episode, We Discuss:How Kara transitioned from school-based work to private practice—and why she knew it was timeThe value of starting mobile to build momentum without the overheadThe unexpected doors that opened—like renting space in a churchHer advice for clinicians who are nervous about taking the leapKara's journey is a powerful reminder that you don't have to have every detail figured out before you start. You just have to begin. Whether it's gaining confidence to have parents in the room, posting on Facebook to find clients, or deciding to build walls in a leased space—each step builds on the last.Her story does not have to be the exception. You, too, can create a practice that grows with you—if you're willing to take the first step.Want to build a private practice that fits your life—whether you're type A, type B, or somewhere in between? The Start Your Private Practice Program can give you...
Text your thoughts and questions!If you have ever felt like you should be treating yourself better but have no idea where to start, or maybe the idea of being nice to yourself feels strange, you're not alone. Many of us struggle with a harsh internal monologue, feeling isolated in our stress or trapped by rigid societal expectations. That's why, in this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, I am sharing five simple ways to treat yourself better!In this episode of the Positively LivingⓇ Podcast, I show you how you can move from the theory of self-compassion to practical, daily application, reducing shame along the way.The five tips I cover in this episode include: Audit your internal monologue by first noticing how you speak to yourself in times of stress.Practice needs-based self-compassion, understanding it as an indulgence. Listen to your body's signals of depletion and take them as a sign to regulate your nervous system. Embrace common experiences, reminding yourself that you're not alone in how you feel.Utilize permission statements, allowing yourself to show up imperfect, change your mind, or set limits. Self-compassion isn't built through grand gestures; it's built through small moments of noticing and recalibrating. This week, don't try to master all five techniques. Instead, choose one single practice, try it for a few days and see what unfolds.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Positively LivingⓇ and Lisa at https://positivelyproductive.com/podcast/Stop trying to fit into someone else's productivity rules! Grab my free Productivity Toolkit, a collection of workbooks designed to help you explore how you work, uncover what truly matters to you, and create your very own energy-friendly systems. Get it here: www.positivelyproductive.com/plpkitCONNECT WITH LISA ZAWROTNY:FacebookInstagramResourcesWork with Lisa! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:(Find links to books/gear on the Positively Productive Resources Page.)Ep 301: Why Self-Compassion Matters More Than You ThinkDance Song Playlist V1, V2, V3Music by Ian and Jeff ZawrotnyStart your own podcast with Buzzsprout!Request this Toolkit and other free resources at the Resources Page.
If you've ever thought, "There has to be a way to make money in my private practice besides just seeing more clients," this episode is for you. In this conversation, I'm joined by Jenny Melrose, host of the Practice to Profit podcast, and we dive into what it really looks like to diversify your income as a therapist. We talk about moving from one-to-one work into one-to-many offers, creating resources based on the same questions your clients ask over and over, and building income streams that do not require you to be in the therapy room 40 hours a week. Jenny shares practical ideas like workshops, group programs, retreats, train-the-trainer models, and digital products. We also talk about the importance of growing an email list, using SEO the right way, and how AI can help you create content faster without losing your voice. If you are curious about passive income, scaling your expertise, or simply building a private practice that works for your life instead of running it, you will get a lot out of this one. I'm excited for you to meet Jenny and start thinking differently about what is possible in your practice. Resources Mentioned In This Episode Watch on YouTube Use the promo code "GORDON" to get 2 months of Therapy Notes free Consulting with Gordon The PsychCraft Network Meet Jenny Melrose Jenny Melrose helps entrepreneurs stop spinning their wheels and start building profitable, sustainable businesses. As the host of the Practice to Profit podcast, she teaches business owners how to shift from busy work to strategic action using clear plans, simple metrics, and CEO-level decision making. Her work focuses on turning effort into results, without overwhelm or hustle culture. Website Strategic Growth Plan
Learn more about Level 1 Functional Pelvic Health Practitioner programGet certified in pelvic health from the OT lens hereGrab your free AOTA approved Pelvic Health CEU course here.Learn more about my guestKaitlyn Ellis is an occupational therapist with over two decades of clinical experience and eight years dedicated to pelvic health. She co-founded Twin Root Wellness to bridge pelvic floor rehabilitation with trauma-informed care and nervous system regulation strategies. Her approach centers on restoring safety in the body while empowering women to return to strength and performance.____________________________________________________________________________________________Pelvic OTPs United - Lindsey's off-line interactive community for $39 a month! Inside Pelvic OTPs United you'll find: Weekly group mentoring calls with Lindsey. She's doing this exclusively inside this community. These aren't your boring old Zoom calls where she is a talking head. We interact, we coach, we learn from each other. Highly curated forums. The worst is when you post a question on FB just to have it drowned out with 10 other questions that follow it. So, she's got dedicated forums on different populations, different diagnosis, different topics (including business). Hop it, post your specific question, and get the expert advice you need. More info here. Lindsey would love support you in this quiet corner off social media!
Grammy-nominated saxophonist, educator, and activist José A. Zayas Cabán joins us to connect what's happening on the streets of the Twin Cities with what happens in our music rooms. He shares firsthand experiences of the recent Twin Cities ICE presence, the trauma and courage in his community, and the economic fallout for immigrant neighbors and local businesses. From there, we dig into the universal pull of Latin jazz and African diasporic rhythms, why students move so naturally to this music, and how K–12 band, choir, orchestra, and general music teachers can use it to teach core concepts, center student stories, and build truly inclusive programs. Along the way, José offers concrete ideas for repertoire, classroom framing, and using music-making as both healing and resistance.
Dr. Martin Shaw on February 4, 2026 at the Lumen Christi Institute. In his newly published _Liturgies of the Wild_, acclaimed mythographer and storyteller Martin Shaw argues that we live in a myth-impoverished age and that such poverty has left us vulnerable to stories that may not wish us well. Drawing on the “ancient technologies” of myths and initiatory rites, Shaw provides a road to wholeness, maturity and connection. In this event for UChicago students, Dr. Shaw explores both the theory and practice of mythmaking. In the first section Shaw guides us through myth's relationship to initiation rites and oral storytelling, explaining these “ancient technologies.” In the second we tilt directly into the telling of an Irish fairy tale, The Birth of Ossian. Drawing on his experience as a professor and widely respected storyteller, Shaw locates us in the deeper dimensions of how a modern person approaches an ancient story.
In this episode of the By Any Means Coaches Podcast, Tyler and Coleman sit down with Dr. Job Fransen—skill acquisition researcher, professor at Charles Sturt University, and former consultant to the Oklahoma City Thunder—to unpack what skill actually is and how coaches can better design environments that develop adaptable players. Job draws a powerful distinction between technique and skill, reframing skill as adaptability within context rather than mechanical perfection. From perception-action coupling to the limits of “memory bank” thinking, this conversation challenges traditional motor learning narratives and encourages coaches to rethink how players truly self-organize under pressure.We also dive deep into the confidence–competence continuum and why intentional practice design matters more than specific drills. Job explains how drilling can boost short-term confidence while variable, high-error environments build long-term learning—and why elite coaches must learn to surf that continuum in real time. The conversation expands into group dynamics, team learning vs. individual development, practice quality, sparring partners, feedback culture, and why decontextualized “brain training” methods often fail to transfer to the game. This episode is a masterclass in blending research with real-world coaching intuition.00:00 Introduction and background 07:20 Defining skill vs. technique 09:46 Motor programs vs. perception-action coupling 14:19 The confidence–competence continuum explained 17:22 Drilling vs. learning-focused practice 21:02 Designing practice across a season 22:32 “Hinging points” and dynamic coaching 26:39 The role of intuition in coaching and learning 31:43 Being a “fly on the wall” in elite organizations 36:27 What coaches should avoid (decontextualized training) 40:14 Group training and upskilling the lowest-level player 46:59 Organizational culture and collective development 54:04 Trends in high-performing organizations 58:49 Individual development vs. team learning 01:02:27 The “superstar highway” paradox in team performance 01:05:14 Ecological dynamics and group research gaps 01:12:10 Where research has changed Job's mindBAM Coaches Platform: https://byanymeanscoaches.com/ BAM Books: https://byanymeanscoaches.com/blueprint-bookLearn more from Dr. Job Fransen:skillacq.comhttps://www.skillacq.com/online-pathway-programsjob.fransen@skillacq.comGoogle scholar page: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=JCXMOrgAAAAJ&hl=nlSchool email: jfransen@csu.edu.auIf you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another coach who's serious about building adaptable, game-ready players. We'll see you in the next one.
Maximizing Winter Golf Practice and Fitness with Michael Falk and Jason Tipton Michael Falk and Jason Tipton discuss effective strategies for winter golf practice on the Milwaukee Sports Performance Podcast. They explore indoor practice techniques, highlighting the importance of feedback, structured routines, and practical drills. Key topics include transferring indoor practice to outdoor performance, incorporating physical fitness, and avoiding common training pitfalls. They also offer practical advice on setting up a weekly practice schedule, adding pressure to practice sessions, and leveraging simulator technology to improve golf skills. This episode is essential for golfers looking to maintain and enhance their performance during the off-season. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:28 Winter Golf Series Overview 00:47 Indoor Practice Tips 02:46 Simulator Practice Strategies 09:18 Common Practice Mistakes 12:54 Setting Up a Practice Schedule20:25 Maximizing Winter Practice for Golf Improvement 20:47 Integrating Physical Workouts with Golf Practice 23:50 Importance of Feedback in Practice Sessions 28:36 Common Mistakes in Golf Practice 31:47 Fun and Effective Practice Games 34:02 Adding Pressure to Simulated Practice 36:22 Conclusion and Future Plans
Are leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints prophets and apostles in a true biblical sense? Was Joseph Smith a true prophet? We believe the answer to both questions is "No." Tune in this week to find out more. Watchman Fellowship has published free articles on our blog related to this topic. Visit and subscribe to our new blog today! Be sure to check out these articles. Testing Joseph SmithDiscerning False ChristsThis week we continue our conversation with former Latter-day Saint and the great, great granddaughter of Brigham Young, Sandra Tanner. Sandra shares her wisdom and experience from her decades-long research of the LDS Church. Her insights will help equip you to be better prepared to engage your Mormon friends, neighbors or missionaries who come to your door. If you are enjoying Apologetics Profile, be sure to leave us a nice review on your favorite podcast platform! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The Practice of Listening: Listening to One Another Philippians 2:1-8 Pastor Thomas Hwang
Have you ever said or thought any of the following statements in your lesson? "I usually play better at home." "I don't know why I get so nervous in here". "I swear I practiced this better than this." This is a very common problem, performance anxiety in your lessons. However, it's not hard to fix. This episode offers 5 simple suggestions that you can apply right away to gradually get more comfortable in your lessons and play in a way that truly resembles how you have been practicing. Related Video: How To Play Confidently In Public (with Michelle Wachter) Musicianship Mastery is formerly known as The Musician Toolkit. Let me know your thoughts on this episode as a voice message to possibly share on a future episode at https://www.speakpipe.com/MusicianToolkit If you enjoyed this, please give it a rating and review on the podcast app of your choice. You can find all episodes of this podcast at https://www.davidlanemusic.com/toolkit You can follow David Lane AND the Musician Toolkit podcast on Facebook @DavidMLaneMusic, on Instagram and TikTok @DavidLaneMusic, and on YouTube @davidlanemusic1 This episode is sponsored by Fons, an online platform that helps music teachers with smooth, automated assistance such as securing timely automatic payments and scheduling. Click here for more information or to begin your free trial.
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Your mind is always searching for evidence to prove what you already believe. In this Leadership Bites episode, Theresa Cantley explores how leaders unintentionally reinforce frustration, survival mode, and overwhelm — simply by what they focus on. When revenue dips, team execution struggles, or chaos increases, the brain collects proof that things aren't working. But what if you could consciously shift that evidence? In this episode, Theresa explains how gratitude becomes a powerful leadership tool — helping CEOs move from reactive thinking to intentional action. Through real stories, mindset reframes, and practical reflection, she shows how leaders can retrain their minds to gather evidence for growth instead of limitation. Things to Listen For: • What it means that "your mind is an evidence machine" [4:00] • How frustration in business reinforces survival mode thinking [6:00] • Why what you focus on expands — both positively and negatively [7:30] • The connection between belief systems and business outcomes [9:00] • How gratitude shifts perspective without denying reality [10:45] • A real story about a business owner facing a building fire — and the leadership lesson inside it [12:30] • How admiration and jealousy reveal untapped strengths within yourself [15:30] • Why building the "gratitude muscle" requires daily discipline [16:45] • Moving from reactive leadership to forward momentum [18:00] Shownotes Your Mind Is an Evidence Machine Theresa introduces the idea that the brain constantly looks for evidence to support existing beliefs. If you believe your team is frustrating, you will see proof everywhere. If you believe you can figure things out, your brain will begin collecting evidence of solutions and possibility. Leadership begins with awareness of this mental pattern. What You Focus On Grows When leaders fixate on broken processes, poor execution, or communication gaps, frustration multiplies. The mind reinforces survival thinking. But the same mechanism can work in the opposite direction. When you intentionally focus on lessons, opportunities, and solutions, your evidence machine begins supporting growth instead of fear. Gratitude as a Leadership Lens Gratitude is not about ignoring hard realities. It is about shifting perspective. Theresa explains how gratitude becomes the lens through which leaders: Process challenges Handle difficult conversations Respond to crises Create forward motion This simple shift moves leaders from "Why is this happening to me?" to "What can this teach me?" The Fire Story: Leadership in Crisis Theresa shares a powerful story of receiving a 3 AM phone call from a client whose building was on fire. The first question was simple: Is anyone hurt? When the answer was no, gratitude anchored the response. From that grounded place, the conversation shifted from panic to problem-solving. Gratitude did not erase the crisis — it changed how the leader responded to it. Comparison as a Mirror When you admire someone's confidence, communication, or success, it often reflects qualities already inside you. Instead of jealousy, gratitude allows you to see admiration as insight — revealing strengths you may not fully own yet. Building the Gratitude Muscle Gratitude requires intentional practice. Like building physical strength, it must be exercised daily. Leaders who consistently practice gratitude: Think more clearly React less emotionally Empower their teams more effectively Create healthier cultures Final Leadership Reflection Your mind will always gather evidence. The question is: What are you training it to prove? Shift your lens. Practice gratitude. Build evidence for growth, resilience, and forward motion.
Can older adults take a lesson from GenZ? Webster U's Julie Smith and Megan Lynch discuss the new trend toward eliminating social media apps from their daily routine.
Insert Content Template or Symbol Sharing Golf Knowledge!Jeff Sheets Interview Welcome to Episode 233 of THE Golf Improvement Podcast! Dedicated to sharing useful information on professional club fitting, putting and short game improvement, and effective practice techniques. CHANGING GOLFER'S LIVES - ONE GOLFER AT A TIME! Jeff Sheets is Sharing Golf Knowledge on his Instagram… The post 233 – Sharing Golf Knowledge! – Jeff Sheets Interview first appeared on Game Improvement Golf.
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Is scaling your practice actually costing you more than it's giving you? What if burnout isn't a badge of honor—but a systems failure? In Part 1 of this conversation, Dr. Lauryn sits down with returning guest Dr. Austin Cohen to unpack why so many high-performing chiropractors feel exhausted, stuck, or quietly unfulfilled—even while growing.Together, they explore the difference between grinding and true scalability, what it really means to step into CEO leadership, and why “CEO time” is often misunderstood. They discuss building operational systems that create freedom, preventing burnout through intentional structure, and how wealth should fund presence, relationships, and long-term sustainability. If you want to grow your practice in 2026 without sacrificing your health, family, or identity—this is where it starts.Key Takeaways:• Scaling without systems leads to burnout. Sustainable chiropractic growth requires leadership frameworks, operational systems, and CEO-level thinking—not just more hustle.• CEO time is about clarity and strategic thinking, not busywork. High-level vision, presence, and intentional leadership are essential to scaling a multi-location practice without becoming the bottleneck.• Wealth should create freedom and impact. Long-term success in chiropractic isn't just about revenue growth—it's about building a business that supports relationships, health, and meaningful experiences.About the Guest:Dr. Austin Cohen is the owner of Corrective Chiropractic, overseeing 14 thriving clinic locations across five states, specializing in Clinical Biomechanics of Posture and structural corrective care. A graduate of Life University (2009), he has built a reputation for combining clinical excellence with scalable business systems. In 2024, he founded L5 Marketing, managing Google Ads for chiropractors nationwide, and created Chiro180, a software platform designed to increase Office Visit Average (OVA) and Patient Visit Average (PVA) through data-driven care plan tools. Recognized with multiple Inc 5000 awards and Best Places to Work honors, Dr. Cohen is also a devoted husband and father who prioritizes building both thriving businesses and meaningful family life.Subscribe to Austin's weekly newsletter for chiropractorsFollow Austin on InstagramListen the The Austin Cohen Podcast on SpotifyResourcesFollow Dr. Lauryn: Instagram | X | LinkedIn | FacebookFollow She Slays on YouTubeSign up for the Weekly Slay newsletter!Mentioned in this episode:Learn more about Sunlighten Saunas and get your She Slays discount by clicking the link below!She Slays Associates Job BoardTo learn more about CLA and the INSiGHT scanner go to the link below and enter...
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In this episode of The Untethered Podcast, Hallie Bulkin sits down with Beth R Poe, MA, CCC-SLP , a certified pediatric feeding therapist and the founder of Way to Grow Therapy. Beth shares her inspiring transition from clinical certification to the launch of her own private practice, proving that with the right foundation, you can turn a clinical passion into a thriving business.The conversation goes beyond just "starting a business." Beth and Hallie pull back the curtain on the realities of working with medically complex infants, specifically those navigating Congenital Heart Disease (CHD). They discuss why feeding therapy for these "heart warriors" requires a specialized lens, the vital role of natural environments in therapy, and why your network of fellow therapists is your greatest clinical asset. Whether you are dreaming of opening your own doors or looking to sharpen your skills with complex cases, this episode is your roadmap for growth.UNPACKING THE EPISODE: WHAT YOU'LL UNCOVER
We're closing out February with Dr. Aisha Harris of Flint, Michigan, a board-certified family physician, community advocate, and the founder of Harris Family Health, the first Direct Primary Care clinic in her hometown. In this episode of My DPC Story, Dr. Harris shares how returning to Flint to open a DPC practice allowed her to practice medicine with purpose - addressing trust, environment, and health literacy upstream while creating real opportunities for prevention, especially around heart and metabolic health. Her journey weaves together entrepreneurship, advocacy, and deep community commitment, showing how Direct Primary Care offers physicians autonomy while strengthening the communities that raised them. We chose Dr. Harris for February because she embodies what it means to practice medicine rooted in service, ownership, and accountability, proving that sustainable, relationship-based care can thrive even in communities shaped by systemic barriers.Get a SmartHeart 12-lead EKG for your DPC with board-certified cardiologists available to help you at the press of a button.Learn more about Zion HealthShare and REGISTER for the LIVE WEBINAR on Feb 13th at 2pm PST. Earn money WHILE running your DPC! Join SERMO for FREE today! Brought to you by SmartHeart: get your copy of the 5-Day Mini Metabolic Health Reset to use with your patients during Heart Health month!Support the showGET your FREE MONTHLY BUSINESS TOOL DOWNLOAD Become A My DPC Story PATREON MEMBER! SPONSOR THE PODMy DPC Story VOICEMAIL! DPC SWAG!FACEBOOK * INSTAGRAM * LinkedIn * TWITTER * TIKTOK * YouTube
Philippians 2:5 In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus:Commitment: DEDICATED to a cause, activity, or PERSON — a pledge, an undertaking.Commitment is not a FEELING you fall into — it's a decision you FOLLOW through on.5 OBSERVATIONS ABOUT COMMITMENT1. Commitment is a PERSONAL decision you back up with FOLLOW- THROUGH.Commitment is not proven by what you PROMISE, it's proven by what you PRACTICE.Ecclesiastes 5:2 Do not be quick with your mouth, do not be hasty in your heart to utter anything before God. God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few.Ecclesiastes 5:5 It is better not to make a vow than to make one and not fulfill it.Proverbs 16:3 Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.Matthew 5:37 All you need to say is simply ‘Yes' or ‘No'…2. Over time, your commitments REVEAL what you VALUE — and who YOU ARE.Proverbs 11:3 The integrity of the upright guides them, but the unfaithful are destroyed by their duplicity.Character is who you are when it COSTS you something.2 Timothy 1:12 I know whom I have believed, and am convinced that he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him…If your relationship is built on CONVENIENCE, it will collapse under PRESSURE.3. Character is CARRYING out a decision long after the MOOD is gone.Discipline is choosing between what you want NOW and what you want MOST.Proverbs 20:7 The righteous lead blameless lives; blessed are their children after them.4. Commitment is an ongoing JOURNEY, not a one-time MOMENT.Philippians 3:10-11 I want to know Christ and experience the mighty power that raised him from the dead. I want to suffer with him, sharing in his death, so that one way or another I will experience the resurrection from the dead!5. Commitment is making a CHOICE to give up other CHOICES.Romans 12:9-10 Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.Ephesians 5:21 Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.Mark 10:45 For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve…Ecclesiastes 4:12 A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.
God designed us for real connection, but stepping into authentic relationships often means risking pain and navigating friction. In a culture of loneliness, the world is hungry for a people who know how to love without conditions and stay connected through conflict. This isn't just a concept; it's the actual practice of family. In the final message of our Family Pillar series, Dan Weber invites us to look at the perfect theology of Jesus as a Father and a Friend. From creating safe spaces for radical honesty to learning how to reconcile instead of run, Dan challenges us to move past superficial interactions and take ownership of our relationships. Even when we bring our flawed human nature into the room, we have a Father who disciples us into whole, healthy connection. Join us as we explore what it looks like to be found, formed, and sharpened in the family of God.
In this episode, Pastor Peter challenges us to commit to the practice of drawing near to the Lord, reminding us that we are either moving closer to God or drifting away. He emphasizes that true intimacy requires more than just lip service (Isaiah 29:13); it demands a true heart that seeks the living God as a deer pants for water (Psalm 42:1). By examining the Israelites' encounter with God at Mount Sinai in Exodus 19, Pastor Peter contrasts the "wrong kind of fear" that keeps people at a distance with the fear of the Lord that empowers us to enter the deep darkness where God dwells. Because of the single, perfect sacrifice of Jesus, we now have confidence to enter holy places and are commissioned as a kingdom of priests to minister in His presence (Hebrews 10:19, 22). Ultimately, we are urged to set our hearts on pilgrimage (Psalm 84:5), abandoning "dumb rocks" of safety to embrace a generational revival and a gospel of power that prepares the way for the Lord.
Life has a way of spinning you around and making you dizzy with all kinds of challenges. The Book of James offers a steady map: how to navigate trials, choose your words with care, and serve others from an overflow of love. It's not about perfect faith, but rather faithful practices that grow trust, patience, and joy in the mixer of life. This series walks us through this tiny but mighty book chapter by chapter and offers simple practices you can actually sustain to lead you to a transformed life in Christ.•NEXT STEPS- Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://atmosphere.church/new-to-faith•JOIN A LIFE GROUP- Find the community you've been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you're interested in joining or starting a Life Group, visit https://atmosphere.church/life-groups•ABOUT ATMOSPHERE.CHURCH- Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Atmosphere.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us in-person at our location in Thousand Oaks, California or globally online at https://atmosphere.church/watch•For the best experience connecting with us, download the Atmosphere.Church app at https://qrco.de/atmosphere-ca
Lead Pastor Josh Carstensen continues our series on Philippians.Following Jesus is beautiful in theory. But in real life, it can feel crowded out by busyness, distractions, conflict we didn't ask for, responsibilities we can't ignore, anxiety that creeps in, and sometimes just feeling stuck.Philippians 4 meets us right there.Not with hype or vague inspiration. But with a steady voice that says:Stand firm.Work for peace.Choose joy in chains.Pray instead of panic.Guard your mind.Practice what you already know.This isn't about pretending life is easy. It's about learning how to stay close to Jesus when it isn't. And the promise isn't just better circumstances. It's something deeper: to experience the peace of God, and the God of peace, right in the middle of it.Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on February 22, 2026, at 9:30am. You can find us online at nwhills.com.Key Moments(00:00) Welcome(01:10) Message: Stand Firm: A Game Plan for Following Jesus(05:50) Philippians 4 Context(07:59) Stand Firm in the Lord(11:48) When in Conflict, Work for Peace(19:29) Choose Joy in Christ(22:13) Be Reasonable and Gentle(24:48) Don't be Anxious — Instead, Pray(29:09) Think Rightly and Practice What You Know(32:27) Peace of God Promise