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Worksheet: Healing Power of ConnectionAsk people what the hardest part of addiction was, and they often won't say the drugs or the alcohol. They'll say the loneliness. Because addiction, at its core, is about isolation and shame. It's that crushing feeling of being in a crowded room and feeling completely invisible. It's the belief that if people really knew you—the real you with all your secrets and shame—they would run away.But what if the medicine for that loneliness isn't just sobriety? What if the medicine is people?In this powerful episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, hosts Duane Osterlind and Eric Osterlind explore what they believe is the single most powerful predictor of long-term recovery success: connection. Not willpower. Not perfect meetings attendance. But belonging to a tribe, a community, a place where you're not alone.Addiction demands secrecy. It thrives in the dark. Over time, you stop answering the phone, you stop going to events. You isolate to protect the addiction, but you end up trapping yourself with your own worst thoughts. And even in recovery, that instinct to hide can still linger. You might feel like a burden, or you might think, "I can do this on my own. I don't need help." But that's a dangerous lie. When shame says "I am bad" and isolation says "I am alone," relapse becomes almost inevitable.The vicious cycle works like this: we isolate ourselves because we feel shame, and then that isolation breeds more shame. Breaking that cycle requires doing the one thing that feels most unnatural—reaching out. As journalist Johan Hari famously summarized from his research, "The opposite of addiction is not sobriety. The opposite of addiction is connection." But shame tells us we're not worthy of that connection, so we don't risk it.The evidence is overwhelming. Whether it's AA, NA, SMART Recovery, or group therapy, the data shows that people who engage in supportive community have significantly better outcomes than those who try to go it alone. It's not just about having people around you—it's about shared experience. When you walk into a room and hear someone tell your story, there's a profound shift. The shame starts to evaporate because you realize: "I'm not the only one. I'm not crazy, bad, or sick. I'm not alone."Group settings provide a buffer against stress. When we're with safe people, our nervous system can actually co-regulate. We feel safer physically and emotionally. The community provides accountability—someone to notice if you're struggling. It provides encouragement—someone to cheer when you win. And perhaps most importantly, we borrow their hope until we can rebuild our own. We lean on their energy when ours runs out.But finding community can feel overwhelming, especially if you have social anxiety or fear of judgment. That's why Duane and Eric break it down into two simple, manageable steps you can take this week.Step one: Identify just one potential connection point. This could be looking up an online meeting and putting it in your calendar. It could be texting one friend and saying, "Hey, can we grab coffee?" Or maybe it's looking for a sober hiking group or book club. Just find one place where healthy people are gathering that interests you.Step two: Practice active listening in one conversation. Connection is a two-way street, but sometimes we're so anxious about what we're going to say that we forget to listen. This week, in just one conversation, put down your phone, look someone in the eye, and listen to understand—not to reply. Reflect back what you heard: "It sounds like you had a really tough day." This simple act builds instant intimacy and trust.Remember, by participating in community, you aren't just getting help—you're giving it. Your presence helps someone else feel less alone, and that can be a powerful engine for your own self-worth and shame resilience.You don't have to do this alone. Reach out, connect, and let the healing begin.Key Topics• The isolation trap of addiction: How addiction thrives in secrecy and loneliness, making connection the true antidote to recovery• Shame as a barrier to connection: Understanding why shame tells us we're not worthy and keeps us from reaching out for help• The opposite of addiction is connection: Johan Hari's powerful research showing community as the single most powerful predictor of recovery success• Co-regulation in community: How being with safe people allows our nervous systems to calm down and feel safer physically and emotionally• Two actionable steps for building connection: Identifying one connection point and practicing active listening this week• From lone wolf to pack member: Moving from vulnerable isolation to being part of a supportive network that protects and sustains you• The gift of giving back: How your presence in community helps others feel less alone and builds your own sense of purposeTimestamps[00:01:30] - The stark reality: The hardest part of addiction isn't the substances—it's the crushing loneliness[00:03:00] - The vicious cycle: How shame and isolation feed each other and make relapse almost inevitable[00:05:00] - Johan Hari's breakthrough insight: "The opposite of addiction is not sobriety—the opposite is connection"[00:06:30] - The profound shift: What happens when you hear someone tell your story in a room full of people[00:07:00] - Co-regulation explained: How safe people help calm our nervous system when we can't do it alone[00:08:00] - Actionable Step #1: Identifying one potential connection point you can take this week[00:10:00] - Actionable Step #2: Practicing active listening to build instant intimacy and trustSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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We trace Abijah's bold reliance against a larger army and Asa's early reforms, then confront the slow slide from dependence to self-reliance that reshaped a kingdom. The story lands as a mirror: peace is a gift, but it can dull trust if we let comfort lead.• Abijah's confrontation with Jeroboam and Judah's reliance on God• The ambush foiled and the victory credited to trust, not numbers• Asa's reforms, peace, and fortified cities grounded in worship• Prayer before battle against the Cushites and a sweeping deliverance• Azariah's call to seek God and the covenant renewal• The treaty with Aram, prophetic rebuke, and onset of wars• Asa's anger at correction, oppression, and closing his ears• Illness without prayer and the warning embedded in comfort• Practicing reliance in peace so instinct guides us in crisisSend Mike a quick message! (If you seek a reply, instead please contact through Outloudbible.com) Support the showCheck out outloudbible.com for helpful study resources, and to discover how to bring the public reading of God's word to your church, conference, retreat, or other event.

Did you know there's MAGIC in your Meditation Practice? Say Goodbye to Anxiety and Hello to More Peace & More Prosperity! Here Are the 5 Secrets on How to Unleash Your Meditation Magic https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets Hey, it's Katie and I want to welcome you to this special bonus episode. It'll be here for you completely ad-free for the next week so you can get a feel of what it's like to be a PREMIUM member. If you'd like an easy ad-free experience for all of our podcasts - that's over 200 episodes each month, then JOIN PREMIUM today at https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Slow down, And breathe in deep. Filling your body with air.  PAUSE… Slow down, And exhale completely, Releasing out the tension.  PAUSE… Inhale once again, Expanding your entire body. And then exhale,  Letting it all go. Join our Premium Sleep for Women Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Sleep podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here --> https://bit.ly/sleepforwomen Join our Premium Meditation for Kids Channel on Apple Podcasts and get ALL 5 of our Kids podcasts completely ad-free! Join Premium now on Apple here → https://bit.ly/meditationforkidsapple I'm so glad you're taking the time to be with us today. My team and I are dedicated to making sure you have all the meditations you need throughout all the seasons of your life. If there's a meditation you desire, but can't find, email us at hello@womensmeditationnetwork.com to make a request. We'd love to create what you want! Namaste, Beautiful,

Missionary martyr Jim Elliot famously wrote, “He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.” Those words capture a vision of life that values eternal reward over temporary success—and they're being lived out today in an unexpected place: the NFL.When many people think of professional athletes, generosity may not be the first word that comes to mind. But Kirk Cousins, a 4-time Pro Bowl quarterback, is quietly challenging that assumption. For Cousins, faith isn't a compartment—it's the lens through which he approaches football, finances, family, and the future.A Faith Shaped at HomeKirk often points back to his upbringing as a pastor's kid. His parents modeled two complementary virtues: careful stewardship and open-handed generosity. Budgets mattered. Overspending was avoided. But when it came to helping others, generosity was practiced freely.That example left a lasting impression. As Kirk puts it, generosity was caught, not just taught. Watching his parents hold money loosely prepared him for a future where financial decisions would come with far greater stakes—and far greater temptation.When Kirk entered the NFL, the learning curve was steep. His first signing bonus—a six-figure check—was unlike anything he had ever seen. Unsure how to handle it, he called his dad for advice, only to discover they were navigating unfamiliar territory together.That moment marked the beginning of a stewardship journey that continues today. From the start, Kirk committed to simple but demanding principles: give first, save wisely, and live within bounds. Practicing those habits early helped anchor him when income grew and public pressure mounted.The Tension of a Finite CareerUnlike many professions, professional athletics comes with a built-in expiration date. That reality creates a unique tension: the need to save aggressively while still giving generously. For Kirk, that tension has become an invitation to trust God more deeply.Giving can feel risky when a career is visibly diminishing. Yet Kirk sees those moments as opportunities to shift the pressure off himself and back onto God—to believe that obedience and generosity create space for God to provide and direct what comes next.From Rules to RelationshipOne of Kirk's most compelling insights is the distinction between religious box-checking and genuine discipleship. It's possible, he admits, to treat giving like a checklist—do the minimum, meet the requirement, move on. But that's not the abundant life Jesus describes.Instead, Kirk points to Jesus' parable of the hidden treasure. When the treasure is truly seen as valuable, surrender becomes logical, even joyful. Financial decisions don't lead the heart; the heart leads the finances. When Christ is the treasure, generosity follows naturally.Scripture doesn't give a universal percentage or spending rule for believers. That absence is intentional—it drives us to prayer and discernment. Kirk and his wife, Julie, continue to wrestle with what “enough” looks like for their family, recognizing that the answer requires humility, wisdom, and the Holy Spirit's leading.Money, Kirk says, is a tool—a test, a testimony, and a means to an end. Growth without purpose risks becoming a search for control rather than an instrument for Kingdom impact. The question isn't just how much is being accumulated, but why.Unity in GenerosityOne of the most formative pieces of advice Kirk received early in his career was simple: always give in unity with your wife. That principle has shaped every major giving decision he and Julie make.Disagreement isn't ignored—it's prayed through. Spousal unity, Kirk believes, is often a channel through which God provides clarity and protection. Generosity practiced together strengthens both stewardship and marriage.As they consider estate planning and their children's future, Kirk and Julie intentionally prioritize wisdom over wealth. Their hope is not simply to pass down assets, but to raise children who can steward them faithfully.Their long-term vision includes generous support for their foundation and Kingdom causes, with no desire for wealth to linger aimlessly beyond its intended purpose. In Kirk's words, the goal is impact—not permanence.One place especially close to Kirk's heart is Christian education. His experience attending a Christian high school profoundly shaped his faith, and he's passionate about ensuring future generations have access to a similar formative environment. Supporting schools, teachers, and students has become a meaningful outlet for his generosity.A Different Definition of SuccessKirk Cousins' story reminds us that success isn't measured by contracts, trophies, or net worth—but by faithfulness. In a world that applauds accumulation, his life points to something better: surrender, trust, and joyful generosity rooted in Christ.As Ron Blue often says, the question isn't how much we can keep, but how much is enough—and what God would have us do with the rest.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I recently sold my business, and after paying off debts and taxes, I expect to have approximately $2–$2.5 million. It's a bit overwhelming, but I feel incredibly blessed and grateful. I have a few questions: How should I invest this money safely, given that I'm pretty risk-averse? How much cash should I keep on hand? And I also have a question about tithing.Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)Kirk CousinsJulie & Kirk Cousins FoundationWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions every workday at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. You can also visit FaithFi.com to connect with our online community and partner with us as we help more people live as faithful stewards of God's resources. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Most women know exactly what they want when it comes to their health. Lose weight. Feel leaner. Be more consistent. Have more energy. But after years of coaching, I have learned that wanting results is not the same thing as practicing change. In this episode, I explain why outcome goals often fall apart and why process goals are what actually create progress that lasts.I walk you through the real difference between outcome goals and process goals and why outcome goals tend to feel motivating at first but rarely survive real life. Outcome goals do not guide you on a random Tuesday when you are tired. This episode is about shifting your focus away from outcome goals and toward process goals that support your body and your life. I share practical examples of how to turn vague outcome goals into clear process goals you can actually execute. We talk about how sustainable behaviors like eating regularly, lifting consistently, and using tracking macros strategically create momentum over time. When process goals lead the way, sustainable behaviors stack naturally, and consistency becomes a byproduct instead of a personality trait.Listen now to learn how to shift from outcome goals to process goals, build sustainable behaviors, and use tracking macros as a supportive tool instead of a source of pressure.RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Access free and low-cost resources and services from this episode HERE!Read the full show notes for this episode HERE!CONNECT WITH EMILY FIELD RD:InstagramWebsiteFacebook

It's time for 2025's festive fun! Practicing medicine can be a very visceral experience - and the English language can't always adequately capture the sights, sounds, smells. So Matt Morgan, intensivist and BMJ columnist, is creating medical neologisms, and joins us to share a few. Madhvi Joshi, a GP in London, has written about longevity science, and we hear how the “biohacking” of internet influencers like Bryan Johnson is making its way into the consultation. Navjoyt Ladher and Tim Feeny take us though this year's festive research, and are joined by Anupam Bapu Jena from Harvard, who has been looking at self censorship in the time of Trump, and Melanie de Lange, from the university of Bristol, who has been investigating the impact of daylight savings time. Reading list: A dictionary for medicine's unnamed moments https://www.bmj.com/content/391/bmj.r2476 Science of longevity medicine  https://www.bmj.com/content/391/bmj.r2536  Changes in diversity language in National Institutes of Health grant awards https://www.bmj.com/content/391/bmj-2025-087222  Acute effects of daylight saving time clock changes on mental and physical health in England https://www.bmj.com/content/391/bmj-2025-085962 

This video episode is for aliens who file a naturalization application on or after 20, 2025.Practicing Little by Little Makes You Perfect – How? 10 Questions at a Time, in Just 90 Seconds – Okay, let's start doing it right now, and you'll see surprising results after 3 first sets of 18 6-short-3-voice video episodes.Practicing Little by Little Makes You PerfectCan You Pass 6 NEW 20-Question Civics Tests?Practice 20 Questions for 65 or More Older ApplicantsPractice 128-Question Civics Tests in ORDERPractice 100-Question Civics Tests in ORDERPractice 100-Question Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice 128-Question Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice 128-Question Civics Tests by GROUP10 Tests with 10 Voices at Try 10 Special Civics TestsPractice Civics Tests by GROUPPractice English Tests: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

The end of the year has a way of reminding us that nothing lasts forever. In today's episode, you will hear a deep dive into the Stoic practice of Memento Mori, the reminder that you could leave life at any moment. Not as something dark or depressing, but as a way to sharpen your focus on what actually matters.You will hear conversations with psychologists, grief experts, and artists who have all confronted mortality in very real ways. From near death moments and personal loss to ancient Stoic wisdom that still holds up today, this reminder helps make you more present, more patient, and more intentional with your time.

In this episode of Heart 2 Talk, Theresa Cesare explores the energy of limitless abundance and how it goes far beyond holiday gifts or material wealth.  She explains that abundance begins as an internal state of feeling supported, worthy, and connected to an always‑providing universe, rather than a number in a bank account.Theresa breaks down how a scarcity mindset quietly shrinks our desires, opportunities, and ability to receive, then shares how shifting into abundance transforms our relationships, decisions, and capacity to hold more.  Through reflections, affirmations, and practical tips, listeners are guided to circulate abundance with gratitude, compliments, boundaries, and presence in everyday life.  This episode is designed as a timeless reset you can return to anytime you're ready to remember that you are the channel of abundance in your own lifeTakeawaysLimitless abundance is an internal state, not a bank balance.Abundance is about feeling supported and powerful.Scarcity mindset limits our desires and opportunities.Shifting your inner energy can transform your outer world.Practicing gratitude and compliments circulates abundance.Affirmations can anchor the energy of abundance.Saying no to draining activities opens space for growth.Nature serves as a reminder of the abundance around us.You are the channel for abundance in your life.Abundance is about alignment with the universe's flow.Links (click below)Affirmation Card Deck(use code "podcast" at check out for 15% off)FREE Everyday Affirmations EbookBecome Magnetic MasterclassSupport the show

What does it really mean to stay connected to your singing voice—especially in quiet seasons, when you're not practicing, performing, or making much sound at all? In this episode, we explore what actually counts as singing for singer-songwriters, and how creativity and voice remain present even when the voice goes quiet. If you're in a slower season, returning after a break, or feeling unsure how to stay connected to your voice right now, this episode offers reassurance, permission, and a gentle reframe. We talk about the many forms creativity can take, including listening, writing lyrics, exploring meaning through words, creative cross-training, and rest. You'll be invited to see silence and stillness not as a loss, but as an essential part of the creative cycle—like the rest in music that allows the next sound to emerge. If you're longing to reconnect with your singing voice without pressure, judgment, or performance, you're in the right place.

It's not just what you ask for. It's how you ask for it. In this episode, I'm walking through three deceptively simple strategies that have helped countless women shift how they show up, how they're perceived, and how confidently they navigate their work.If you've ever walked away from a meeting thinking, I could have handled that differently, this is for you. We're talking about silence, framing, and the ask. These aren't nice-to-haves. They're everyday negotiation tools that sharpen your influence and change the way others experience you.This isn't mindset fluff. These are practical habits you can use every day to build clarity, confidence, and leadership presence.In this episode, I'll cover:Practicing silence as a signal of confidence and authorityMaking small, intentional asks that build your negotiation muscleSpotting where you're softening your message and how to reframe it with clarity_____________________

Michelle and Chase wrap up the year by revisiting some of the most impactful conversations from Season 4 of Career Dreams. In this episode, they highlight their conversation with Adam Bouse, coach, mentor, and founder of Optimistic Coaching. Adam brings a wealth of experience and shares a deeply personal story about a significant loss that shaped how he shows up every day. His insights on grounded optimism and positivity offer powerful lessons for navigating life and work with resilience and hope.   Listen to the full episode here: Practicing Positivity  Connect with Adam: LinkedIn Website: Optimistic Coaching Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimisticcoaching/ Resources:  Book: Adaptive Leadership Article: My first workshop back in 9 months Got a question? Ask us! Do you have a question you'd like to hear answered on Career Dreams? You can submit an audio recording of your question to be featured on an upcoming episode!  Like it? Share it! If you're finding value in exploring your Career Dreams through this podcast, please share it with your friends, followers and colleagues! Also, your ratings and reviews help others find the show...so please, let us know what you think! You can share your Career Dreams with us anytime via email: careerdreams@forumcu.com. To learn more about making your Career Dreams come true at FORUM Credit Union, visit our website:  https://www.forumcu.com/careers Dream on!

Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.In this episode, we explore a theme that quietly weighs on many people during this time of year: navigating the holidays alone. While the holiday season is often portrayed as a time of togetherness, joy, and celebration, it can also amplify feelings of loneliness, pressure, and comparison. The Stoics approached these moments differently, not by denying the difficulty, but by understanding it through reason, acceptance, and self-knowledge.At the heart of this episode is the Stoic distinction between loneliness and solitude. Loneliness arises when our desires and expectations clash with reality, when we believe something essential is missing. Solitude, by contrast, is a state of inner steadiness, a calm connection with oneself that does not depend on external circumstances.Seneca captures this beautifully when he writes:“…we say the wise man is self-content; he is so in the sense that he is able to do without friends, not that he desires to do without them.”Seneca, Letters from a Stoic, Letter 9For the Stoics, this wasn't about rejecting relationships or becoming emotionally distant, but about grounding our well-being in what truly belongs to us: our judgments, values, and character. When Seneca speaks of self-contentment, he isn't praising isolation, but reminding us that inner stability is the foundation for meaningful connection, not its opposite.Here are a few Stoic practices from this episode you can explore in your own life:Examining desires – Notice where your expectations about the holidays come from, and whether they are reasonable or imposed by social pressure.Reframing impressions – When thoughts of “I shouldn't be alone” arise, pause and question the judgment behind them.Practicing solitude – Use time alone for reflection, rest, and reconnection with your values, rather than distraction.Voluntary withdrawal from comparison – Step back from social media when it fuels restlessness or self-judgment.This episode gently reframes the holidays as an opportunity for honesty and presence. By applying the Stoic view, moments of solitude can become moments of clarity, grounding, and even quiet joy. Stoicism shows us that peace does not come from having life look a certain way, but from learning to meet life as it is, with reason and kindness toward ourselves.Listen to the full episode now and discover how navigating the holidays alone can transform the way you think, act, and relate to yourself.Support the show

You Don't Earn Being A Good Man (Part 2) We're talking about what actually happens in a man's life when he believes one story versus the other, how seeing yourself as good or broken shapes your reactions, your relationships, and the way you show up in the world." SECTION 1 — Identity Split (Good Man vs. Bad Man) When a man sees himself as GOOD: More present and grounded. Slower reactions. Empathy increases. Honest about emotions. Healthy boundaries. Accountability without collapse. Less numbing, more connection. Confidence without performing. When a man sees himself as BAD: Overreactions or shutdowns. Withdrawal, isolation. Harsh self-talk. Perfectionism or procrastination. More porn, alcohol, scrolling, workaholism. People-pleasing or controlling. Difficulty receiving love. Self-sabotage.     SECTION 2 — Personal Stories "My deeper story was…" "My statue was buried under…" A simple memory or scene that shaped your identity wound. A moment when you realized your goodness wasn't gone. Something another man in AMG said that hit you. A time you behaved badly because you believed you were bad.     SECTION 3 — Tools & Practices That Helped "My mistakes are moments, not my identity." Naming shame out loud so it loses power. Shifting from performance to presence. "I'm already good. Start from there." Getting affirmation from other grounded men. Telling the truth in a circle instead of hiding. Practicing receiving encouragement even when it feels uncomfortable. Simple grounding practices: breath, voice, slowing down.     SECTION 4 — Why This Matters for Family & Community Your kids mirror your identity more than your actions. Partners feel your groundedness. Men show up differently when they know they're good. Presence replaces defensiveness. Courage replaces avoidance. Integrity replaces performance. Leadership becomes relational, not controlling.     CLOSING — The AMG Identity Use these lines as talking points: Goodness is original, not earned. Mistakes are dirt, not identity. The statue has never gone anywhere. You don't "become" a good man — you remember you already were one. This is why AMG exists: men remember their identity together. Identity grows in circles, not isolation. And remember,  "You are a good man." We are not saying this as a reward that you have earned or trying to make you feel better, but as a reminder of your identity and how you want to show up for yourself, others, and our community.  

In this episode, Dr. Peter Kim challenges the belief that freedom in medicine comes later, after the loans, the burnout, or retirement. He introduces the "freedom shift," the moment when work stops being something you have to do and becomes something you choose to do. Through real experiences, he shows how this internal shift can change everything, even if nothing on your calendar changes. Tune in for a conversation about reclaiming choice without walking away from medicine. It may change how you see your career starting today. Eckard Enterprises brings this episode to you. Eckard Enterprises, LLC, is a family-owned and operated alternative investment and asset management firm, specializing in mineral rights and the U.S. energy industry. Eckard believes that owning tangible assets is one of the safest, long-term investment strategies available in today's investment climate. Learn more about Eckard Enterprises! Are you looking for a community to encourage you as you begin, or want to accelerate your business to the next level? Then join thousands of physicians who share the same journey of creating their ideal lives through multiple streams of income by joining us in our Facebook communities such as Passive Income Docs and Passive Income MD.

Send us a textBig, flashy milestones get the spotlight, but the quiet wins are what actually move a coaching career forward. We open up about how progress hides in the small, repeatable actions most people overlook—smoother conversations, braver follow-ups, firmer boundaries—and why tracking those moments changes how you see yourself. Instead of waiting to feel ready, we make the case that real confidence comes from action first, feeling second, and we share practical prompts you can use to surface the proof you already have.Together we unpack the shift from proving to practicing. Proving makes you chase external validation and swings your emotions between highs and lows. Practicing gives you a stable process: take a small step, gather evidence, evaluate, and try again. We walk through examples from coaching rooms where “start messy” is more than a catchphrase—it's the fastest path to skill, clarity, and steady momentum. When you highlight micro wins at the start of every session, you compress the distance between effort and reward, rebuild trust in yourself, and reduce the doubt that creeps in between big results.As confidence grows, a new challenge often appears: comparison. We preview how comparison hijacks focus and how a personal scoreboard of controllable actions disarms it. If you've been waiting for the right moment to launch, post, invite, or lead, this is your nudge to move now, review later, and let the evidence of action reshape your identity as a coach. Subscribe for more grounded strategies, share this with a coach who needs a wins audit, and leave a review to tell us which small win you're celebrating today.Interested in monthly coaching that helps you elevate how you think, act, and lead? ELEVATE by Modern Leadership Coaching gives you the structure and support to turn intention into real momentum.Join a community of people who are choosing to lead themselves, right now:https://www.modernleadership.us/elevate

Today, Dr. Holmes talks with neurodivergent psychiatrist, Dr. Stacy Greeter.Topics discussed:Dr. Greeter's diagnosis journey at the age of 40 as a practicing psychiatrist.Growing understanding of AutismMyths about AutismDifferent presentations of girls/women in AutismGender Fluidity & AutismMedications and How to be a psychiatric patient and advocate for yourself as an autistic patient About our Guest:Dr. Stacy Greeter is board-certified in both child/adolescent and adult psychiatry. She collaborates with children, adults, and their families to design a comprehensive individualized treatment plan. Dr. Greeter graduated summa cum laude from Duke University, where she was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society and received her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill under the Morehead Medical Scholarship. During her undergraduate and medical training, Dr. Greeter conducted extensive clinical research funded by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute on autism and on OCD. She completed both her adult studies and her child and adolescent subspecialty training at Northwestern University in Chicago, where she trained with nationally and internationally renowned psychiatrists. She is also certified in Internal Family Systems Therapy. More info: https://www.stacygreetermd.com/about-us Disclaimer:When we have guests on the ASR podcast, they are recognized for their expertise in autism as advocates, self-advocates, clinicians, parents, or other professionals in the field. They may or may not be part of the faith community; having a guest on the broader topic of autism does not reflect complete agreement with the guest, just as many guests may disagree with our faith perspective. Guests are chosen by topic for the selected podcast discussion and are not necessarily in complete agreement with all the beliefs of the selected guest(s).

Every musician knows that daily practice is essential to progress. But what if you're not practicing often enough because you've never developed the habit of practicing daily? This episode will help you develop this most important habit for any musician! 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.

You did everything right. Top of your class. Trusted by clients. Respected by colleagues. Financially secure. Why does Sunday night feel like a prison sentence?In this episode, Gary Miles names a reality most highly successful lawyers quietly live with, but rarely talk about: the moment when professional success stops feeling liberating and starts feeling suffocating. Gary explains how excellence itself can become a cage, and why this isn't a time management problem, a discipline issue, or a lack of gratitude. Listen for the three pillars of success-induced imprisonment and how shifting from external to internal authority changes everything.Get the Values Alignment Guide ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://upbeat-trailblazer-9238.kit.com/1604bbf4cb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take the Free Lawyer Assessment garymiles.net/the-free-lawyer-assessment Learn more about Breaking Free or order your copy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.garymiles.net/break-free⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Schedule a complimentary discovery call: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://calendly.com/garymiles-successcoach/one-one-discovery-call⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠

John 1:1-18 | Kat Gritter

The prophets were challenging and our own response to those who challenge us prepares us for better or worse depending on how we practice responding.

Practicing Love in Community Matthew 1:18-25 12/21/2025 Rev. Alan Brehm PhD Hickman Presbyterian Church

For more information on how to control your anger, visit angersecrets.com.It's often not the big things that make you angry. It's the small stuff that hijacks your day. In this thoughtful episode, anger expert Alastair Duhs explores why seemingly minor annoyances can trigger such big reactions, and how learning to let go of them can radically improve your relationships, your mood and your life.Key Takeaways:-Small events like a comment or forgotten chore often trigger anger because of deeper emotional patterns.-Reacting in the heat of the moment usually leads to regret. Pausing first gives you power.-Asking, “Will this matter in a week or a year?” helps you gain perspective and avoid overreacting.-Practicing gratitude can rewire your brain to focus on what really matters, not petty irritations.-Recognising life's fragility can shift your focus from frustration to compassion and connection.Links referenced in this episode:angersecrets.com — Learn more about anger managementangersecrets.com/training — Watch the free training: Breaking The Anger Cycleangersecrets.com/course — Enroll in The Complete Anger Management System

Jesus Molina is here with an unforgettable deep dive into his approach to harmony, rhythm, improvisation, and more on this episode of the Jazz Lab Podcast. From jaw-dropping performances to chord voicing secrets and how he structures practice, this is a must-watch for every musician, and particularly jazz pianists, of course.

During the holiday season, there can be SUPER high anxiety. If you dread the holidays, or can't wait for them to be over, then this Say Yes to Holiness podcast episode is definitely for you. Christina Semmens sits down for a deep conversation with Rachael Popcak Isaac, a Pastoral Counselor and Mental Performance Specialist of Success and Performance Coaching at CatholicCounselors.com. Dr. Rachael (Popcak) Isaac, LCSW, CPT is the founder and director of the Success and Performance Coaching Program at CatholicCounselors.com. She holds a Psychology degree from Franciscan University of Steubenville and a Master's in Clinical Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. With a focus on success and sports psychology, Rachael has coached individuals, teams, and organizations from high school to the professional level.Together, Christina and Rachael explore the integration of faith with mental performance, the importance of understanding confidence and humility, and effective strategies for managing stress and anxiety. Rachael also shares her personal journey and insights on how a faith-based approach can enhance counseling and personal growth, emphasizing the significance of recognizing one's worth and purpose in life. Their discussion concludes with highlighting transformative practices and mindsets that can lead to a more fulfilling and peaceful existence.TakeawaysRachel Isaac is a Pastoral Counselor and Mental Performance Specialist.She integrates faith with mental performance in her counseling.Confidence is about knowing who you are, not comparing yourself to others.Stress and anxiety management are common struggles for clients.Faith is integral to personal identity and counseling effectiveness.Understanding our worth is crucial for personal growth.Connecting with our passions and desires is essential.Practicing mindfulness and emotional regulation is important.Visualization techniques can enhance performance and reduce anxiety.Building a supportive community is key to emotional well-being.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Pastoral Counseling and Mental Performance04:46 Integrating Faith and Mental Performance Counseling09:54 Understanding Confidence and Humility14:58 Managing Stress and Anxiety20:09 The Importance of Faith in Counseling24:53 Finding Peace and Purpose in Life29:57 Transformative Practices and Mindsets34:59 Conclusion and ResourcesFor more information on Dr Rachael and her work, go to: https://catholiccounselors.com/success-and-performance-coaching/

Today, it's just me, and we're doing things a little differently on the Longevity Podcast. With the intensity of the holiday season winding down, I wanted to take a step back from the usual deep-dives and high-tech hacks to focus on something fundamental—free, practical strategies to help you manage stress. Chronic stress is sneaky in how it accelerates aging, impacts your telomeres, and undoes even the most powerful interventions, but thankfully, there are simple ways we can start to turn things around.   Episode Timestamps: Welcome and episode introduction ... 00:00:00 Immune support with bioregulators ... 00:00:40 Why focus on free stress management tools ... 00:01:54 How chronic stress accelerates aging ... 00:04:32 Stress undermining longevity interventions ... 00:05:13 The importance of nervous system balance ... 00:06:50 Recognizing hidden stress and using HRV ... 00:07:45 When to seek further medical help ... 00:09:46 Recap: chronic stress shortens your healthspan ... 00:10:21 10 free strategies to manage stress ... 00:12:25 Connection and volunteering ... 00:13:15 Break the doom scrolling habit ... 00:17:37 Benefits of time in nature ... 00:20:02 Exercise for resilience ... 00:22:41 Breath work and vagus nerve support ... 00:25:33 Practicing gratitude daily ... 00:31:33 The power of sleep ... 00:34:30 Taking time for yourself ... 00:35:19   Our Amazing Sponsors: Nature's Marvels by Profound Helath - The Thymus Bioregulator helps keep immune response balanced and small human studies in older adults link it with healthier immune markers and fewer seasonal respiratory issues. The Pineal Bioregulator supports your natural melatonin/circadian rhythm—key when schedules and daylight change—so you get the kind of sleep that underpins immune resilience. Head to profound-health.com and use code NAT15 for 15% off your first order.   Fatty15: C15 is 3x more effective than omega-3 and totally vegan. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/NATNIDDAM and using code NATNIDDAM at checkout.   Nat's Links:  YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter  Instagram  Facebook Group

Practicing the soft start. Dan reviews that solving a conflict with soft and kind can mean all the difference in how the conversation goes.

In this talk, Jogen responds to a request to explore Zen practice in relation to seasonal affective disorder and low-level depression, while distinguishing these experiences from deeper spiritual “descents” that can arise through sincere practice. Reflecting on impermanence, the “two arrows” of suffering, and being taken for a ride by conditions, he invites us to meet low mood without resistance, interpretation, or self-judgment. Through Zazen, gratitude practice, and a willingness to stay close to direct experience, even states like sadness, grayness, and powerlessness can become gateways to wisdom, intimacy, and a deeper trust in life as it is. This talk was given at Heart of Wisdom on the Wednesday night program.  ★ Support this podcast ★

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Tired of boring, empty, transactional prayer? The gift of prayer is miraculous and powerful. So why does the practice of prayer sometimes feel lifeless? Addison Bevere shares from his book, "Words with God Prayer Journal: 40 Days of Getting Real with God." Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

In this episode, I delve into a recurring challenge that brides encounter while planning their weddings: the feeling that their fiancé isn't contributing adequately to the process.Many brides find themselves shouldering the majority of the planning responsibilities, leading to feelings of disappointment, resentment, and even isolation. I want to address this imbalance by highlighting the emotional undercurrents of wedding planning, which often extend beyond logistics to deeper relationship dynamics.To tackle the issue of feeling unsupported, I introduce the principle of “turning toward” one another. I explain how responding positively to each other's bids for connection can significantly impact relationship satisfaction. This means that when one partner reaches out for support—whether it's discussing font choices for invitations or addressing family dynamics—it's essential for the other to engage rather than dismiss the opportunity for connection. Practicing this skill can lay a solid foundation for partnership not just during wedding planning, but throughout the marriage.What you'll learn from this episode:Understanding the emotional disconnectThe importance of turning towardSeeking shared responsibilityFeatured on the show:Follow me on Instagram to learn more about navigating your wedding with grace and ease: https://www.instagram.com/karaghassabeh/Check out **The Bridal Prep Academy:** https://karamaureen.comLet's connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaraMaureenBridalCoachingGet your copy of the book, **Whispers to a Bride:**https://www.amazon.com/Whispers-Bride-handle-stress-drama/dp/B0BCRXBQFN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1UXWJVJOF3MNI&keywords=whispers+to+a+bride&qid=1662643892&sprefix=whispers+to+a+bride%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1

Beau Martonik speaks with Scott Bakken, hunting guide and co-founder of Dialed Archery. They explore Scott's journey into the world of archery, the challenges of launching Dialed, and the brand new 3VA mag for the Pruf bow sight. In addition, they talk about Scott's background guiding in Wyoming, what most hunters do wrong on guided hunts, and ways to better prepare yourself for western hunts. This episode highlights the intersection of hunting and personal growth, emphasizing resilience and authenticity in business, hunting, and life. Topics: 00:00:00 — Intro & Welcome 00:05:07 — The TAC Circuit Bond 00:08:22 — Pranks Amongst Friends 00:19:03 — Scott's Backstory 00:34:57 — Maturing As A Hunter 00:40:53 — The Shift in Hunting Perspectives 01:02:20 — Lifelong Learning in Hunting and Business 01:19:52 — Believing In Dialed 01:49:54 — Innovation and Quality Products 02:08:06 — The Launch of the 3VA 02:23:16 — Practicing for Success 02:30:40 — Last Thoughts and Reflections Resources: Follow Dialed Archery on IG Dialed Archery website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@eastmeetswesthunt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠East Meets West Outdoors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop Hunting Gear and Apparel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: Beau Martonik - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon Influencer Page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do the smallest disagreements with loved ones sometimes feel like the fiercest battles? Conflict in relationships often spirals into unproductive cycles of attack and defense, leaving us stuck, misunderstood, and further apart from the connection we crave. We rush to defend, strategize, and fix—yet rarely pause long enough to truly understand what matters beneath the surface. In this episode, listeners are invited to explore powerful strategies for breaking the cycle of reactivity and shifting attention toward curiosity, clarity, and genuine understanding. Through personal stories, actionable principles, and practical guidance, the conversation uncovers how paying attention to our underlying needs, emotions, interests, and habitual responses can foster a more constructive, compassionate, and collaborative approach to navigating conflict. By learning to differentiate between strategies and the needs they serve, listeners gain the tools to create meaningful change, deepen intimacy, and transform even the stickiest conflicts into opportunities for growth. Dana Caspersen is a conflict engagement specialist, best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and award-winning performing artist. She works with individuals, organizations, and communities worldwide as a trainer, coach, consultant, and dialogue designer. Drawing on the knowledge and insight gained from her experience as a mediator and conflict analyst and her 40-year career as a performing arts innovator, Dana empowers people and organizations to navigate complex and challenging situations. Conflict Is an Opportunity is her newest book.   Episode Highlights 04:22 How our bodies react and impact communication. 09:25 Moving from attack-defense to understanding in conflict. 13:22 The impact of unmet needs in relationship conflict. 14:22 Distinguishing needs, emotions, interests, and strategies. 18:16 Creating a supportive relationship culture for navigating conflict. 23:15 The importance of internal clarification before addressing issues. 24:50 Practicing curiosity and validation during difficult interactions. 28:35 Managing communication triggers and acknowledging emotions. 33:32 Intentional connection and embodied curiosity in conflict resolution. 36:07 Safety, attachment, and speaking from interests instead of vulnerabilities. 38:06 Conscious decision-making and the role of requests in conflict. 42:46 Applying conflict skills across all relationships and areas of life.   Your Checklist of Actions to Take Before addressing conflict, take a moment to breathe, relax, and bring your attention inward so you can respond rather than react. Pay attention to your body's stress signals—like a tight neck or jaw—and consciously shift to a more open, relaxed posture to support curiosity and connection. Redirect your attention away from attack and defense; instead, get genuinely curious about what your partner is feeling and what matters to them. Start conversations by acknowledging your partner's feelings and concerns to disarm defensiveness and open up constructive dialogue. Recognize that requests or strategies (like asking your partner to be home by 8) often mask deeper needs (such as intimacy or security), and talk about those underlying needs instead. Approach your partner with open-ended requests rather than demands, creating space for true dialogue and collaboration. Use your emotions as a clue to uncover your real needs and interests, then express those clearly and kindly to your partner. Expect that conflict will arise and discuss with your partner how you'll address it—having a shared mindset helps you get back on track when things get heated.   Mentioned Conflict Is an Opportunity (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Changing the Conversation: The 17 Principles of Conflict Resolution (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Conflict is a place of possibility (TedX Talks) (YouTube link) (video) Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are (TED) (YouTube link) (video) Gottman Institute Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (*Psychology Today) (link) 12 Relationship Principles to Strengthen Your Love (free guide)   Connect with Dana Caspersen Website: danacaspersen.com Facebook: facebook.com/DanaCaspersen Instagram: instagram.com/dcaspersen LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dana-caspersen  

What happens when a high-income professional realizes their entire financial future is at risk when they stop working? In this episode, Dr. Jeff Anzalone, a periodontist-turned-financial educator, shares how a freak ski accident changed his perspective on income. He realized that relying solely on his practice left him vulnerable. The accident was a wake-up call that led him to build multiple income streams, ensuring financial security and freedom.  Throughout the conversation, Dr. Anzalone and hosts Cameron Christiansen and Anthony Faso discuss why high-income professionals are at risk when they rely on a single income source and how diversifying with passive income can mitigate that risk. Dr. Anzalone also dives into his journey from being a debt-free dentist to building streams of income that freed him from his "job," offering actionable advice on how anyone can achieve financial freedom through smart investments.    In This Episode: - Dr. Anzalone's ski accident and the wake-up call - The risks of relying on one income stream - What wealthy people do differently - How Dr. Anzalone started building multiple income streams - The difference between being debt-free and financially free - Practicing due diligence when participating in syndications - Why Dr. Anzalone is investing in RV & mobile home parks - The first step to building passive income and multiple streams Resources: 

Jack Hughes is practicing with a stick and Brett Pesce as well. All caught on camera by a Devils fan.By Sam Woo https://pucksandpitchforks.comhttps://www.LetsGoDevils.comRATE, REVIEW, AND SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-go-devils-podcast/id1371371669 #NJDevils #NHL #LetsGoDevils #LGD #Devils #NewJersey #NCAA #AHLBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/let-s-go-devils-podcast--2862943/support.

Season 2 of On the Balcony continues by looking sideways — exploring frameworks that stretch Adaptive Leadership into new terrain.In this episode, Michael Koehler is joined by Dr. Mary C. Gentile, creator and director of Giving Voice to Values (GVV) and longtime professor of ethics and leadership. Mary's work centers on a deceptively simple but deeply challenging question: How do we actually act on our values when it matters most?GVV begins with a clear premise: most of us already know what we believe is right. The real challenge is not ethical analysis — it's ethical action.Throughout the conversation, Mary and Michael explore why good people so often stay silent, how organizations normalize small compromises, and what it takes to prepare ourselves to speak with clarity, credibility, and courage when the moment arrives.As Mary describes it, GVV is less about persuasion and more about practice and rehearsal — building the capacity to respond before we're under pressure.What You'll Explore in This EpisodeWhy knowing isn't the problemGVV challenges the assumption that ethical failure stems from moral confusion. Instead, it asks what gets in the way after we know what we believe.Acting into clarityRather than waiting for confidence or certainty, GVV emphasizes practice. By scripting, rehearsing, and testing our responses, we grow into new ways of thinking and acting.A different starting questionInstead of asking “What's the right thing to do?”, GVV begins with:“If I were going to act on my values, what would I say and do?”Anticipating pushbackMary shares how effective values-driven action requires anticipating resistance — the rationalizations, pressures, and fears that show up in real systems — and preparing responses that are grounded and practical.How GVV complements Adaptive LeadershipBoth frameworks support leaders in:acting amid uncertaintynavigating authority and risktolerating loss and resistancetaking responsibility without certaintyAsking powerful questionsExperimenting and learningGVV adds a practice-based bridge between values and action — especially in moments when silence feels safer.Voice, identity, and courageMary reflects on how speaking up is shaped by role, identity, and context — and how playing to one's strengths (asking questions, telling stories, naming stakes) makes action more possible.Quotes from This Episode“Giving Voice to Values is not about persuading people to be more ethical. It's about preparing people to act on the values they already hold.”— Dr. Mary C. Gentile“If you don't remember anything else about Giving Voice to Values, remember this: it's about asking a different question.”— Dr. Mary C. Gentile“The folks who study positive deviance have a good phrase. They say, if you want to have an impact on people's behavior, rather than asking them to think their way into a different way of acting, it's more impactful to ask them to act their way into a different way of thinking.”— Dr. Mary C. Gentile“We justify what we do, not by belief in its efficacy, but by an acceptance of its necessity.”— Karl Weick, Small Wins: Redefining the Scale of Social Problems (shared by Dr. Mary C. Gentile)Links & ResourcesGiving Voice to Values

Angie and Alicia talk with Tara Dew about soul care—intentionally staying close to Jesus in the middle of real life. Tara shares how abiding in Christ shapes our pace, our peace, and our ability to love the women we serve. Drawing from John 15, she explains how God's pruning can actually strengthen us, helping us bear fruit that lasts even in busy or difficult seasons. This conversation offers practical, grace-filled encouragement for you if you are feeling stretched thin and need a gentle reminder to rest in Him.LINKS: Overflowing JoyOverflowing PeaceAbide Women's ConferenceRECOMMENDED: Read this article Tara wrote for our blog on how to survive and thrive as a leader in a busy season. Marked is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Angie Elkins and Alicia Wong. CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Tara Dew on Instagram.Learn more at lifeway.com/joshua. Learn more at lifeway.com/angels. 

A Critique of Practicing the Way, Part 34 - Understanding the Secret Place in Matthew 6, presented by Bob DeWaay and Barb Gretch. Comer uses the "secret place" from Matthew 6 to claim that environment matters in prayer. That passage shows that its motive that matters. Praying in secret was to avoid praying with mixed motives, not to earn favor or experience the presence of God. (duration 00:23:46) Click here to play

It's complicated when love and medical expertise collide. In this deeply personal and heartfelt episode, I share the story of becoming a grandmother—twice over—to beautiful twin girls born at home. As a pediatrician, this choice was outside the guidance I was trained to give. Yet, it was fully aligned with my son and daughter-in-law's values. This experience, and others like it, have invited me into profound reflection on what it means to love fully while letting go of control. We explore how to navigate the emotional terrain of being a doctor when family members, adult children, aging parents, and siblings make health decisions that differ from our training or advice. This episode is a powerful guide for healthcare professionals who find themselves caught between the desire to protect and the practice of presence. Whether your expertise is welcomed or dismissed, this conversation is about staying connected, grounded, and compassionate, even when it's complicated. Pearls of Wisdom: Medical advice and love are not the same and withholding advice can sometimes be the most loving choice. Connection is medicine. Staying in a relationship often matters more than being "right." Your role in your family isn't to be "the doctor,"  AND  it's hard for our minds to step out of being "a doctor." When your medical expertise isn't invited or followed, your role is to love, connect, and stay present simply. Offering guidance is not always loving and sometimes withholding advice is the greater gift of compassion and trust. Mindfulness allows us to notice our urges to control, advise, or correct and choose connection instead. Letting go of being "right" opens space for peace, gratitude, and trust in both the medical process and our loved ones' autonomy. Cultural, generational, and spiritual influences often shape health decisions and awareness of these differences can invite compassion and curiosity. Practicing mindful boundaries in families allows for more ease, trust, and authenticity. Reflection Questions: Where do you feel the urge to protect, control, or advise and what is that urge trying to offer you? What might shift when you ask yourself: What would love do? What would trusting your loved one, or yourself, look like in this moment?   If this episode speaks to you, and/or you find yourself exhausted from being the expert in your family or navigating strained medical dynamics with those you love, I invite you to explore coaching or join me on retreat. Together, we can untangle the emotional weight of "doctoring" your loved ones and find a more easeful way forward: www.jessiemahoneymd.com/coaching www.jessiemahoneymd.com/retreats If you'd like to bring this conversation to your institution, team, or medical conference, I offer speaking and workshop opportunities that bring the themes of this episode—mindful connection, autonomy, and healing—into the workplace: www.jessiemahoneymd.com/speaking To invite Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang to speak or lead mindfulness offerings, visit: www.awakenbreath.org Nothing shared in the Healing Medicine Podcast is medical advice.  

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Come to a Dehoarding Accountability Zoom Session: http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ticket Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribe Podcast show notes, links and transcript: http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/  This episode, I've pulled together the best mental health advice from every guest I spoke to over the past year - academics, therapists, organisers, and people with lived experience. Each of them shared a personal habit or practice that genuinely helps them cope or keep on top of their wellbeing, and I add a couple of my own strategies too. Whether you're navigating hoarding, supporting someone who is, or just looking for affordable ways to protect your own mental health, stick around for a mix of practical, honest tips to try for yourself. Special Episode Format: Compilation of Guest Advice Throughout the year, every guest was asked about habits or practices supporting their mental health. Guest Contributions: Mental Health Habits and Practices Harriet Impey (Episode 172) Mindfulness and meditation, especially mindful self-compassion (inspired by Kristin Neff). Practical examples: Being present, guided meditation, practicing non-attachment, and self-reflection on letting go of unhelpful arguments. Dr Jan Eppingstall (Episodes 174 & 204) Practicing gratitude to counterbalance negativity bias. Unsubscribing from unwanted emails to reduce anxiety and overwhelm. Interacting with pets for grounding and emotional well-being - petting animals as a stress reliever. Visiting places where animals are accessible (e.g., city farms, pet shops, animal cafes). Jasmine Sleigh (Episode 175) Importance of good sleep for mental health. Value of pleasurable activities like reading, and the paradox of sometimes resisting enjoyable activities (self-sabotage). Reflection on how engaging in enjoyable pastimes is essential even when it's difficult to get started. Sam (Episode 178) Writing things down: Keeping lists of achievements and things to be grateful for, even small joys. Acknowledging how gratitude doesn't have to be grand - simple moments count. Exercise, particularly running, or any activity that gets you outside of your current headspace (could be walking, volunteering, etc.). The role of support from others to prompt new perspectives or activities. Dr. Victoria Ruby-Granger (Episode 179) Self-awareness and accepting what works for you, rather than trying to fit yourself to methods that don't suit. Emphasis on letting go of approaches that don't align with your own needs, and being open to alternative strategies. Carrie Lagerstedt (Episode 183) Moral neutrality: Separating self-worth from issues like executive dysfunction, lateness, and messiness. Reframing these traits as value-neutral rather than personal failings, helping to build self-esteem. That Hoarder Creative self-expression: Resentful journaling, collage, and visual arts—done primarily for personal expression, not for others' approval. Permission for creative works to be imperfect and focused on process over outcome. Nature connection: Getting outside, paying attention to natural details (flowers, leaves, colours, wildlife), and practicing mindful observation to foster grounding and perspective. Importance of self-compassion, giving oneself credit for small achievements (especially with meditation or walks). Allowing yourself pleasurable, nurturing, or healing activities without guilt. Noticing the bigger world and natural cycles as a counter to internal struggles. Encouragement for listeners to reflect on which practices resonate and to share their own tips. Links Podcast ep 172: Harriet Impey on clearing out her parents' very full home, through family belongings and personal growth, in the film Where Dragons Live Podcast episode 174: How to feel grounded when we're overwhelmed or dysregulated using ventral vagal spaces and touchstones, with Dr Jan Eppingstall Podcast ep 175: Taking the scary first steps: the courage to call a professional organiser, with Jasmine Sleigh Podcast ep 178: Growing up in a hoarded home: Sam's story as the child of a Mum who hoards Podcast ep 179: How hoarding behaviours develop and early intervention for hoarding disorder, with Dr Victoria Ruby-Granger Podcast ep 183: ADHD, executive dysfunction and creating hacks and systems to reduce clutter chaos, with Carrie Lagerstedt Podcast ep 204: Am I my things? 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If you've ever struggled to find the line between teaching your children life skills while also not putting them in dangerous situations, then this episode is for you. In it, we explore what the true purpose of promoting autonomy in our kids is from a biblical perspective and how we can do that while fulfilling our God-given parental roles of protecting and discipling.Practicing discernment in parenting is hard in lots of areas—but especially ones in which there is so much noise about the psychological ramifications of we do/do not do something just so. Be encouraged we have great agency, as Spirit-led parents, to make judgment calls in this area of responsibility and safety that work for our families. Mentions:⁠MIFM Podcast Episode 15: Giving Our Kids Appropriate ResponsibilitiesSponsor Info:⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle.Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled!Bible References:Psalm 82:3-41 Timothy 4:12Ephesians 6:4James 1:5Matthew 18:2-6Philippians 2:4Links:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gentleness Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Penny Reward System⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paint & Prose⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠M Is for Mama⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Penny Reward System⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of Cornerstone Conversations, we look back at the books that didn't just inspire us, but marked us. From the quiet ways God meets us in different seasons to the strange timing of a book that lands right when your heart needs it, we talk honestly about what shaped us this year and why certain pages linger long after you close them. The guys laugh about Christmas movies, hunting trips, Taco Bell gift cards, and old-school black and white films, but woven through all of it is this simple truth. God uses books to form us, steady us, and sometimes expose places we didn't even know needed attention. We talk about Practicing the Way, Sacred Pathways, Fathered by God, what pulls us into a book, why some books miss us, and why others rearrange us in the best way. If you're stepping into a new year wanting to grow, reset your rhythms, or just start with one good book, this episode will give you clarity, encouragement, and a sense of direction for your own journey. Grab a seat, laugh with us, and maybe discover your next read.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

Life moves fast—much faster than our souls were designed to run. Between responsibilities, noise, technology, and distractions, our minds rarely find quiet. Yet Jesus invites us into something radically countercultural: a secret place of stillness with Him. In this devotion, Keri Eichberger reminds us that solitude isn’t merely the absence of people—it's the intentional presence of God. True rest doesn’t come from binge-watching shows, scrolling endlessly, or escaping reality. It comes from withdrawing to be alone with the Lord, letting Him replenish what life drains. Solitude with God is a spiritual practice—a rhythm Jesus modeled throughout His earthly ministry. When we step away from the world’s constant chatter and allow silence to settle in, we make space to hear His voice again. We find peace, clarity, comfort, and spiritual renewal that no substitute can provide. And here's the beautiful thing: As we learn to savor God’s presence in private, His peace begins to follow us everywhere. Solitude becomes something we can carry within us—transforming busy rooms, chaotic moments, and overwhelming days. “But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” — Matthew 6:6 Main Takeaways Solitude isn’t isolation—it’s intentionally entering God’s presence. God desires to meet us in stillness, away from noise and distraction. Solitude strengthens our ability to sense God’s presence throughout everyday life. The secret place with God brings spiritual renewal, clarity, and rest. Practicing silence and prayer becomes a portable sanctuary for the soul. Today’s Prayer Glorious God, You are the sweetest gift of solitude. When I retreat from the noise of the world and quiet my heart before You, I find peace and nourishment that only You can give. I confess that I often turn to lesser things to soothe what only Your presence can heal. Teach me to prioritize stillness. Make solitude with You a regular rhythm of my life—one that becomes so natural that I can turn to You anytime, anywhere. Quiet my distractions. Relax my striving. Help me learn to savor Your holy, life-giving presence. Fill me with Your love, joy, and peace as I rest in You today. In Jesus’ precious name,Amen. Reflection Scriptures Psalm 46:10 Isaiah 30:15 Mark 1:35 Psalm 62:1 Want More? Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer on LifeAudio.com Share today’s devotion with someone who needs rest in God Explore related topics on Crosswalk.com and Christianity.com: How to hear God in the quiet What solitude with Jesus looks like Breaking busyness with biblical rest Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.   About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).   Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/   Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events      

Social media is everywhere and it’s changing the way we think, feel, and interact. Amanda White, licensed therapist and host of Nuance Needed, returns to unpack the real impact of viral trends, rage bait, and online advice on our mental health. Amanda shares practical strategies for: Recognizing and avoiding misleading or extreme content online. Reclaiming your attention in a world designed to distract you. Practicing psychological flexibility and healthy boundaries in daily life. Taking small, intentional steps toward balance and wellbeing. Whether you scroll daily or just peek at trends, this conversation will make you rethink how you interact with social media and help you take back control of your mind.

Reflection by the Rev. Corey J. Sanderson (Minister at Second Church in Newton, UCC), given on December 7, 2025, at the Ramakrishna Vedanta Society, Boston, MA

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