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Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast
BONUS Maria Chec Explores the Divide Between Agile Leaders and Practitioners

Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 40:14


BONUS: Maria Chec Explores the Divide Between Agile Leaders and Practitioners In this BONUS episode, we explore Agile leadership with Maria Chec, author and host of Agile State of Mind. Maria shares insights from her analysis of Miro's Agile Survey, revealing a concerning disconnect between how Agile leaders and practitioners experience agile methodologies. We explore the roots of this divide, discuss practical approaches to bridging the gap, and consider the implications of recent industry developments like the PMI-Agile Alliance merger. Maria offers valuable perspectives on creating truly collaborative environments where frameworks serve the teams, not the other way around. The Disconnect Between Leaders and Practitioners "Practitioners feel pressured to comply with agile practices when they don't seem to add value." Maria highlights a stark divide revealed in Miro's survey of 1,200 agile practitioners and leaders. When asked if agile is living up to its original values, leaders and practitioners gave drastically different responses. For example, 69% of practitioners felt processes and tools overshadow individuals in their organizations, while only 43% of leaders shared this view. Similarly, 58% of practitioners believed documentation was prioritized over delivering final products, compared to just 39% of leaders. These disparities point to a fundamental disconnect in how agile is experienced at different organizational levels, with practitioners often feeling frameworks are imposed rather than collaboratively implemented. When Frameworks Become the Problem "The framework is too rigid... The framework is too complex... We have to change too much to use the framework." The issue isn't with agile frameworks themselves but how they're applied, Maria argues. Leaders often implement frameworks like SAFe without sufficient practitioner input or adaptation to organizational context. This creates an anti-pattern of "magical thinking" where companies believe they can install off-the-shelf solutions that worked elsewhere without considering their unique circumstances. The practitioners, who must live with these frameworks daily, experience frustration when rigid implementations fail to address their actual needs. Conway's Law comes into play here – the structure imposed by leadership often doesn't align with how teams naturally need to collaborate based on the systems they're building. The Role of Psychological Safety "Can I really admit that something the leadership made me do is not working for me? Will I be the only one admitting it?" This disconnect reveals deeper issues around psychological safety and trust within organizations. Many practitioners fear speaking up about framework problems, especially when they've just endured yet another organizational transformation. Maria emphasizes that without psychological safety, feedback loops break down, preventing the continuous improvement that's central to agile philosophy. Leaders must create environments where teams feel safe to provide honest feedback about what's working and what isn't, without fear of being singled out or dismissed. Without this safety, frameworks become rigid implementations rather than adaptable approaches that evolve with team needs. Reconnecting Through Gemba Walks "Be there where the value is created and know what's going on." To bridge the gap between leadership vision and practitioner reality, Maria strongly recommends Gemba walks – a concept from Lean and Toyota where leaders go to where value is created. This practice helps leaders understand the actual work being done and build relationships with team members. Maria references Project Aristotle at Google, which found that trust and psychological safety are fundamental to team success. She also notes the importance of leaders articulating a meaningful mission to inspire teams, sharing her experience at a taxi-hailing app where the CEO's vision of reducing urban parking needs made her feel she was "building something for the future." Leaders should regularly spend time where the actual work happens Teams need to understand how their work contributes to a larger purpose Open communication channels must be genuine, not just symbolic In this segment, we refer to Management 3.0 and Managing For Happiness by Jurgen Appelo.  The PMI-Agile Alliance Merger and the Future of Agile "Have we really found better ways? Why are Agile Alliance and PMI merging?" The recent merger between the Project Management Institute and Agile Alliance represents a surprising development in the industry. Maria takes an optimistic view, wondering if this indicates PMI recognizing that agile is truly the way forward. She acknowledges the perception that "Agile is dead" discussions highlight a crisis in the movement, but suggests the merger might be an opportunity to influence project management with agile values. She emphasizes how AI is creating massive changes that require experimentation and adaptation – precisely what agile approaches enable. This industry shift offers agile practitioners the chance to shape how traditional and agile methodologies might complement each other in the future. The merger could be seen as closing a circle or as an opportunity for cross-pollination "Agile is dead" discussions reflect growing pains rather than true failure Rapid technological changes with AI require more experimentation, not less Breaking Down Silos with "Glue Roles" "What are the 'glue roles' that you need in your organization?" Maria introduces her concept of "glue roles" – positions that help break down silos and foster collaboration regardless of what they're called. Whether they're RTEs (Release Train Engineers), Agile Coaches, or Technical Project Managers, these roles can transform organizational effectiveness when focused on enabling teams rather than enforcing processes. She observes that nature constantly changes, yet we expect our companies to remain static. This mindset prevents the adaptation necessary for true agility. Instead, organizations need individuals who can facilitate communication, remove barriers, and help teams collaborate effectively across boundaries. Focus on the function of collaboration rather than rigid role definitions Adapt roles to organizational needs rather than forcing organizational change to fit frameworks Use these roles to foster psychological safety and open communication Learning Through Experimentation "We need to experiment." Looking toward the future, Maria emphasizes the importance of experimentation in the face of rapid technological change, particularly with AI. She notes that while tech professionals are often thought to be early adopters, AI tools like ChatGPT are being embraced across all industries. The accelerating pace of change means we can no longer plan years ahead with certainty – what we use today may be obsolete in two years. This reality makes agile approaches even more relevant, as they embrace change rather than fight it. She encourages agile practitioners to openly discuss how they use these new tools, adapting their practices rather than clinging to outdated methods. The accelerating pace of change makes long-term planning increasingly difficult AI is already transforming work across all industries, not just tech Agile principles of adaptation and experimentation are more relevant than ever About Maria Chec Maria Chec is a seasoned Agile leader, ProKanban Trainer, and creator of Agile State of Mind. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in transforming teams through SAFe, OKRs, and process optimization, achieving remarkable productivity gains. Maria's mission is empowering teams to thrive through collaboration and adaptability. You can link with Maria Chec on LinkedIn and subscribe to Maria Chec's Substack.

Falun Dafa News and Cultivation
1726: Cultivation Story: Young Practitioner in China: Remaining Calm and Unperturbed

Falun Dafa News and Cultivation

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 24:09


A young practitioner in China examines his current employment situation working at a Chinese news organization, and how he views it as a cultivator. While steering clear of political drama and hot topics in society, he is still associated with an agency of the CCP that disseminates propaganda. Here he shares his understanding of how […]

Empowered Nutrition
The Nutrition Behavior Shift with Stephanie Notaras

Empowered Nutrition

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 49:44


Episode Summary In this insightful episode, Erin is joined by Stephanie Notaras, a seasoned dietitian, Director of the Dietician Counselling Skills Practice, and host of The Nutrition Counselling Podcast. Together, they dive into the often-overlooked emotional and psychological layers of nutrition change—what really keeps people stuck, and how both clients and practitioners can move through resistance, shame, and overwhelm toward lasting behavior change. Stephanie shares evidence-based strategies for building confidence, increasing tolerance for discomfort, and setting realistic expectations in a world that constantly markets “quick fixes.” Whether you're a healthcare professional or someone navigating your own wellness journey, this conversation is packed with wisdom, empathy, and actionable tools. Episode Highlights Why change feels harder than it "should": Stephanie breaks down the gap between what people expect from nutrition changes and what actually happens—especially when it's slow, nonlinear, and emotionally taxing. The myth of motivation: Motivation isn't the whole story—Stephanie explains how confidence, not just motivation, is a crucial driver of sustainable change. Small wins are powerful: Rather than aiming for a full “food makeover,” she encourages building confidence through small, meaningful actions within your capacity. What to do when clients have tried everything: Stephanie validates the experiences of chronic dieters and offers a framework for rebuilding trust in their ability to succeed. How to support all-or-nothing thinkers: She shares techniques for helping clients shift from perfectionism to progress-based thinking, even when they feel discouraged. Why clients stop showing up—and how to prevent it: Learn how to explicitly invite clients to return even when they feel like they've failed. The importance of setting expectations early: Teaching clients what to expect—especially the struggle—can increase their tolerance for change and help them stick with the process. Practitioner mindset shift: Erin and Stephanie discuss how providers can move from “fixers” to supportive guides, and why clients don't just need information—they need a therapeutic, individualized relationship. Google isn't the enemy: Stephanie offers a refreshing take on how to validate clients who come in with self-researched (and sometimes confusing) information, and how to build from it instead of shutting it down. Resources Mentioned Check out Stephanie's offerings on her website: Click here Stephanie's Podcast: The Nutrition Counselling Podcast – A must-listen for dietitians and nutrition professionals focused on mindset and counseling skills. Follow Stephanie on Instagram: @dietitiancounsellingskills (note: “counselling” is spelled with two Ls – she's Australian!) Free Facebook Group for Professionals: Stephanie offers regular free trainings and education for dietitians and nutritionists inside her Facebook group. Join here Connect with Us Visit our website for more episodes and information. Follow us on social media for updates and health tips. Subscribe to our podcast and leave a review! Ready to dive in? Listen here.

Future of Fitness
Dr. Gloria Winters - The YMCA's Vision for Preventative Healthcare

Future of Fitness

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 46:24


In this conversation, Eric Malzone speaks with Dr. Gloria Winters, the Chief Health Officer of the YMCA, about the organization's historical significance and its role in promoting health and wellness. They discuss the challenges of the current healthcare system, the importance of preventative health, and the potential for innovative strategies to improve community health. Dr. Winters emphasizes the need for a shift from traditional sick care to a more holistic approach that integrates behavioral, physical, and socioeconomic factors. The conversation also touches on the impact of digital transformation on health and wellness, the barriers to data integration, and the future of preventative health in relation to insurance. In this conversation, Gloria Winters discusses the evolving landscape of healthcare and fitness, particularly focusing on the integration of Medicare Advantage plans and fitness benefits. She emphasizes the importance of practitioners in promoting health and wellness, the innovative business models being developed at the YMCA, and the need for research to validate the effectiveness of fitness programs. The conversation also touches on the integration of healthcare services within fitness facilities and the potential for policy changes to enhance health outcomes. Collaboration and teamwork are highlighted as essential for driving innovation in the health and fitness industry. Takeaways YMCA has a rich history and significant impact on community health. The healthcare system is fragmented and costly, requiring innovative solutions. Whole person health encompasses behavioral, physical, and socioeconomic factors. Digital transformation is reshaping how health data is collected and utilized. Membership utilization can be a key metric for health outcomes. Building relationships is crucial for effective health interventions. The integration of health and wellness data with sick care data is essential. Chronic diseases account for a large portion of healthcare costs. Preventative health strategies can reduce the burden on the healthcare system. The future of health may involve prescriptions for fitness and wellness activities. Medicare Advantage plans are increasingly offering fitness benefits. The aging population presents a significant opportunity for fitness businesses. Health plans prioritize member satisfaction and retention through fitness benefits. Practitioners need to be educated and equipped to address holistic health. YMCA is developing innovative business models to expand access to health services. Research is crucial to demonstrate the effectiveness of fitness programs. Integrating healthcare services within fitness facilities can enhance patient care. Policy changes at local and national levels can impact health outcomes. Collaboration among health professionals is essential for innovation. The YMCA aims to serve all community members, regardless of insurance status. LINKS >> https://ai.futureoffitness.co/  https://goteamup.com/  

The Hormone Balance Solution Podcast
126: Even functional docs/practitioners are missing so much in your bloods/not running the right ones. Must-listen blood work episode.

The Hormone Balance Solution Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 31:22


In this episode, Tara breaks down why blood work is one of the most powerful tools for navigating your health — especially in perimenopause and midlife. She explains how conventional medicine often relies on lab ranges based on unhealthy population averages, which can leave many women feeling dismissed even when they don't feel well. Instead, Tara advocates for interpreting labs through a functional, optimal range lens, offering a clearer, more personalized picture of what's really happening in your body. She dives into the most important blood markers to monitor annually to protect against risks like dementia, heart disease, osteoporosis, and type 2 diabetes — including fasting insulin, glucose, HBA1C, glycomark, cholesterol ratios, and liver health indicators. Tara also highlights the nuances of thyroid and iron metabolism in midlife, why oversimplified interpretations can lead to missed diagnoses, and how comprehensive reviews can uncover root causes behind symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, and brain fog. This episode is packed with empowering, actionable information to help you advocate for better care, understand your body's signals, and make informed, proactive choices for your health.   What You'll Learn in This Episode: Comprehensive Blood Work Reviews - Discover the difference between a standard blood test review and a deep dive into the nuances of your results. Interpreting Lab Reference Ranges - Learn why the traditional lab ranges might not always reflect the healthiest standards. Key Metabolic Markers - Understand which markers are essential to monitor for optimal metabolic health and why they're critical as we age. Iron and Vitamin D Insights - Find out why relying solely on ferritin for iron levels and high doses of vitamin D might not be the best approach. Thyroid Health Nuances - Explore the complexities behind thyroid markers and why a comprehensive test is more telling.   Your health didn't decline overnight—it took decades of stress, diet choices, and life events to get to this point. True healing requires commitment, patience, and consistency. The women who succeed are the ones who stay the course, even when progress feels slow. If you're ready to commit to deep, lasting change, BOOK A CONSULT WITH TARA HERE.   You may also enjoy these episodes: Episode 123: Caution should be taken when supplementing vitamin D, iron & selenium. Do not DIY these supplements! Episode 22: All about cholesterol, (& how it doesn't cause heart disease).   Mentioned in this episode: EQUIP PRIME PROTEIN – Click HERE to grab yours and use my code: TARA20 to get 20% off HRT Made Simple™ - Learn how to confidently speak to your doctor about the benefits of hormone replacement therapy so you can set yourself up for symptom-free, unmedicated years to come without feeling confused, dismissed, or leaving the medical office minus your HRT script. Hair Loss Solutions Made Simple™ – This course will teach you the best natural, highly effective, and safe solutions for your hair loss so you can stop it, reverse it, and regrow healthy hair without turning to medications. The Hormone Balance Solution™ – My signature 6-month comprehensive hormonal health program for women in midlife who want to get solid answers to their hormonal health issues once and for all so they can kick the weight gain, moodiness, gut problems, skin issues, period problems, fatigue, overwhelm, insomnia, hair/eyebrow loss, and other symptoms in order to get back to the woman they once were. [FREE] The Ultimate Midlife Perimenopause Handbook - Grab my free guide and RECLAIM your confidence, your mood, your waistline and energy without turning to medications or restrictive diets (or spending a fortune on testing you don't need!).  

Functional Medicine for Women
92. Sick of Guessing How to Fix Your Hormones? Try This Step Instead

Functional Medicine for Women

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 21:33


Hey Friend, If you've been googling symptoms, switching supplements, and still asking yourself, “Why do I feel like this?”—I want to let you in on something that changes everything. This week on the podcast, we're talking about the very first step I take with every single woman I work with inside the Functional Hormone Reset—and it's likely the one you've been skipping (even if you're doing “all the things”). ✨ Spoiler: It's not a fancy supplement or a detox. It's blood sugar balance. Here's why that matters: when your blood sugar swings all day, your cortisol, estrogen, progesterone—even your thyroid—start to go haywire. In this episode, I break down: What's actually happening in your body when your blood sugar is off How it creates hormone chaos (even if your cycle is "regular") The exact formula I teach inside FHR to balance your meals + stabilize your energy Why this ONE shift creates the environment your body needs to heal from the root You'll also learn how your sleep, stress, and caffeine habits are either helping or hurting your hormones—and how to start making real progress without more guessing. In health, Lacy Lain Before you go… ✨ Join The Functional Hormone Reset Today!If your hormones feel out of control and you don't know where to start, this is for you! I'll walk you through:✔️ The right labs to ask for✔️ What your symptoms are really telling you✔️ How to start balancing your health naturally You can join right here! Have questions? Send me a VideoAsk

The Skeptic Metaphysicians - Metaphysics 101
Connect with Deceased Loved Ones | Guided Meditation for Spiritual Awakening & Healing

The Skeptic Metaphysicians - Metaphysics 101

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 9:53


Have you ever longed for just one more moment with someone you've lost? In this powerful and gentle guided meditation, we offer a sacred space to reconnect with those who have crossed over—through the heart, through intention, and through the eternal thread of love that never breaks. Whether you're seeking closure, comfort, or simply to feel their presence again, this experience is designed to support your spiritual awakening and healing journey. 

Tick Boot Camp
Episode 494: LIVE from ILADS: Dr. Noah Lebowitz – Chronic Illness, Detox, and Sleep: Insights from a Holistic Maui Practitioner

Tick Boot Camp

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 15:35


In this live episode of the Tick Boot Camp Podcast, Dr. Noah Lebowitz, a holistic practitioner from Maui, Hawaii, shares his expertise on managing chronic illness through natural medicine. His approach emphasizes the importance of diet, detoxification, and sleep to support healing. Key Takeaways: Dr. Noah's Practice in Maui: Specializes in treating mold, parasitic, and other chronic health issues. Patients travel from across the country for his expertise. Chronic Illness Risk: Dr. Noah highlights the role of environmental and emotional stress as key contributors to chronic illness. Diet & Healing: Eliminating inflammatory and processed foods is essential for supporting the body's healing process. Exercise for Chronically Ill: Light aerobic activities are recommended over high-intensity workouts for patients with chronic illness. Detoxification Tools: Dr. Noah discusses various detox options, recommending bamboo charcoal while cautioning against certain agents. Sleep Hygiene: The episode covers practical tips for improving sleep, addressing insomnia, and managing exhaustion, which are common challenges for chronic illness sufferers. Resources & Links: Follow the latest ILADS updates at ILADS.org Learn more about Dr. Noah Lebowitz at Dr. Noah's About Me Page Stay connected with Tick Boot Camp: Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok | Twitter (X)

The Theatre of Others Podcast
TOO Episode 278 - Conversation with Wellness Practitioner, Charlene Marie Muhammad

The Theatre of Others Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 74:14


Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here!In this episode, Budi sits down with Wellness Practitioner, Charlene Marie Muhammad to talk about her extensive career in the arts and as a yoga teacher.Charlene Marie Muhammad (MS, CNS, LD, E-RYT500, C-IAYT), a wellness practitioner, practicing yoga for over 30 years is a E-RYT500 yoga teacher. Since 2006, Charlene teaches weekly yoga classes for communities of color and facilitates YTT 200- and 300-hour core requirements workshops for YTT schools around the United States. She was the yoga interventionist for the National Institutes of Health's National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Disease clinical study Yoga as Self-Care for Arthritis in Minority Communities (NCT01617421). The study assessed the feasibility and acceptability of providing yoga to an urban, minority population with arthritis. Charlene has presented workshops and lectures at local, regional, national, and most recently international venues such as the keynote: Health equity and access to care: yoga's important role in healing for the Global Yoga Therapy Day Conference (2021). Charlene holds a Master of Science Degree in Herbal Medicine from Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH) and is a licensed dietitian and certified yoga therapist. She is a member of the Black Yoga Teachers Alliance (BYTA) Board of Directors, served as chair for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force for the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT), and provides mentorship for the Yoga for Arthritis teacher certification program and the Certified Nutrition Specialist certification program. Mentioned in this episodeUrban Herbalist  Support the showIf you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- podcast@theatreofothers.com Show Credits Co-Hosts: Adam Marple & Budi MillerProducer: Jack BurmeisterMusic: (Intro) Jack Burmeister, (Outro) https://www.purple-planet.comAdditional compositions by @jack_burmeister

Falun Dafa News and Cultivation
1721: Cultivation Story: Malaysia Fahui: My Cultivation Journey From a Child to a Young Falun Dafa Practitioner

Falun Dafa News and Cultivation

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 28:17


A young practitioner of 23 years old shares her experiences growing up as a Dafa disciple in Malaysia. She learned to practice the exercises and study the Fa as a young child, having grown up in a family of cultivators. Over the years she has gone from the pure state of a child without worldly […]

Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The Buddha
Ep. 838 - (Group Learning Program) - Guided Breathing Mindfulness Meditation and Student Questions

Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The Buddha

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 53:36


(Group Learning Program) - Guided Breathing Mindfulness Meditation and Student QuestionsBreathing Mindfulness Meditation was the primary form of meditation employed by The Buddha to attain Enlightenment. There are many aspects of The Path to Enlightenment that one would need to learn and practice with guidance from a Teacher, however, Breathing Mindfulness Meditation should be among the top priorities for any Practitioner aspiring to attain Enlightenment.The goal of Breathing Mindfulness Meditation is to develop “Right Mindfulness”, “Right Concentration”, and to eliminate the unwholesome root of craving/desire/attachment.All discontentedness is caused by craving/desire/attachment so it is important to train the mind to not have craving/desire/attachment as part of "Developing Your Life Practice”.In this Podcast, David will guide you in a Breathing Mindfulness Meditation session and will accept questions from Students to help you develop your meditation practice and progress forward on The Path to Enlightenment.——-Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The BuddhaDedicated to the education of Gotama Buddha's Teachings to attain Enlightenment.https://www.BuddhaDailyWisdom.com(See our website for online learning, courses, and retreats.)Group Learning Program - LIVE Interactive Online Classes, Book, Audiobook, Videos, Podcast and Personal Guidancehttps://bit.ly/GroupLearningProgram|The Words of The Buddha - Pali Canon in English Study Grouphttps://bit.ly/PaliCanonStudyGroupFREE Book - Developing a Life Practice: The Path That Leads to Enlightenmenthttps://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/freebuddhabooksFacebook: https://bit.ly/DailyWisdom-FacebookYouTube: https://bit.ly/DailyWisdom-YoutubePodcast: https://bit.ly/DailyWisdom-PodcastSupport our efforts to share The Teachings of Gotama Buddha with you and worldwide for all people using this link.https://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/supportbuddha#buddhism #learnbuddhism #buddhismclass #buddhismcourse #enlightenment #awakening #dhamma #dharma #buddha #meditation #meditationretreat #meditationcourse #meditationclass

The Patrauma Party
79 - Healing After a Breakup - We're just out here overcoming breakup grief, healing heartbreak, and moving on after a relationship with somatic practitioner Laurie James

The Patrauma Party

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 71:32


Healing after a breakup suucckkks—the grief, the anger, the fear. In this episode, I sit down with somatic practioner Laurie James to talk about The 4 E's (we especially love "expel"), self-compassion post-breakup, and even breakups with friends and family. Want to book a one-hour session with me? Go here: https://calendly.com/workwithremy/55-minutesThe contents of this podcast are provided for informational purposes only. None of the material presented is intended to be a substitute for psychotherapy, counseling, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you need to speak with a professional, you can find one local to you and reach out directly, or, in the US, you can call 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Hotline.

The Food Code
#824: How to Choose the Right Practitioner (and #1 Mistake to Avoid)

The Food Code

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 39:50


We unpack the biggest mistakes people make when choosing a health practitioner—and what separates average coaches from truly transformational ones. Whether you're a practitioner building your brand or a woman searching for real root-cause healing, this episode is a must-listen. You'll learn:

FitMama Health Talk
LET'S TALK ALL THINGS MENOPAUSE WITH HOLISTIC HEALTH PRACTITIONER MELISSA POTTS KUTCHEK

FitMama Health Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 49:20


In this episode : Hear from Holistic Health Practitioner and long time friend Melissa Potts Kutchek as she dives into Menopause with us.  Listen as she explains what really happens in a woman's body while going through all stages of menopause, what to expect and what to do! If you have questions, ask away! Join our Free Freedom Macro Method Community :  https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefitmompreneur  If you resonated with any of what you heard, follow us on social media and download our free guides to get your health journey started today! APPLY HERE FOR COACHING INFO : https://go.acfitmama.com/fitmama-help SEE ALL THINGS ANGELA SHARES  : https://theangelacampbell.com/ Follow on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/theangelacampbell/ Follow on TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@theangelacampbell  Download our Free Macro Mini Course here : https://go.acfitmama.com/macros-mini-course756348 Apply to Work 1 on 1 with Coach Angela Here : https://go.acfitmama.com/fitmama-help 

Tech Law Talks
AI explained: Navigating AI in Arbitration - The SVAMC Guideline Effect

Tech Law Talks

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 37:11 Transcription Available


Arbitrators and counsel can use artificial intelligence to improve service quality and lessen work burden, but they also must deal with the ethical and professional implications. In this episode, Rebeca Mosquera, a Reed Smith associate and president of ArbitralWomen, interviews Benjamin Malek, a partner at T.H.E. Chambers and former chair of the Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center AI Task Force. They reveal insights and experiences on the current and future applications of AI in arbitration, the potential risks of bias and transparency, and the best practices and guidelines for the responsible integration of AI into dispute resolution. The duo discusses how AI is reshaping arbitration and what it means for arbitrators, counsel and parties. ----more---- Transcript: Intro: Hello, and welcome to Tech Law Talks, a podcast brought to you by Reed Smith's Emerging Technologies Group. In each episode of this podcast, we will discuss cutting-edge issues on technology, data, and the law. We will provide practical observations on a wide variety of technology and data topics to give you quick and actionable tips to address the issues you are dealing with every day.  Rebeca: Welcome to Tech Law Talks and our series on AI. My name is Rebeca Mosquera. I am an attorney with Reed Smith in New York focusing on international arbitration. Today we focus on AI in arbitration. How artificial intelligence is reshaping dispute resolution and the legal profession. Joining me is Benjamin Malek, a partner at THE Chambers and chair of the Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center AI Task Force. Ben has extensive experience in commercial and investor state arbitration and is at the forefront of AI governance in arbitration. He has worked at leading institutions and law firms, advising on the responsible integration of AI into dispute resolution. He's also founder and CEO of LexArb, an AI-driven case management software. Ben, welcome to Tech Law Talks.  Benjamin: Thank you, Rebeca, for having me.  Rebeca: Well, let's dive in into our questions today. So artificial intelligence is often misunderstood, or put it in other words, there is a lot of misconceptions surrounding AI. How would you define AI in arbitration? And why is it important to look beyond just generative AI?  Benjamin: Yes, thank you so much for having me. AI in arbitration has existed for many years now, But it hasn't been until the rise of generative AI that big question marks have started to arise. And that is mainly because generative AI creates or generates AI output, whereas up until now, it was a relatively mild output. I'll give you one example. Looking for an email in your inbox, that requires a certain amount of AI. Your spellcheck in Word has AI, and it has been used for many years without raising any eyebrows. It hasn't been until ChatGPT has really given an AI tool to the masses that question started arising. What can it do? Will attorneys still be held accountable? Will AI start drafting for them? What will happen? And it's that fear that started generating all this talk about AI. Now, to your question on looking beyond generative AI, I think that is a very important point. In my function as the chair of the SAMC AI Task Force, while we were drafting the guidelines on the use of AI, one of the proposals was to call it use of generative AI in arbitration. And I'm very happy that we stood firm and said no, because there's many forms of AI that will arise over the years. Now we're talking about predictive AI, but there are many AI forms such as predictive AI, NLP, automations, and more. And we use it not only in generating text per se, but we're using it in legal research, in case prediction to a certain extent. Whoever has used LexisNexis, they're using a new tool now where AI is leveraged to predict certain outcomes, document automation, procedural management, and more. So understanding AI as a whole is crucial for responsible adoption.  Rebeca: That's interesting. So you're saying, obviously, that AI and arbitration is more than just chat GPT, right? I think that the reason why people think that and relies on maybe, as we'll see in some of the questions I have for you, that people may rely on chat GPT because it sounds normal. It sounds like another person texting you, providing you with a lot of information. And sometimes we just, you know, people, I can understand or I can see why people might believe that that's the correct outcome. And you've given examples of how AI is already being used and that people might not realize it. So all of that is very interesting. Now, tell me, as chair of the SVAMC AI Task Force, you've led significant initiatives in AI governance, right? What motivated the creation of the SVAMC AI guidelines? And what are their key objectives? And before you dive into that, though, I want to take a moment to congratulate you and the rest of the task force on being nominated once again for the GAR Awards, which will be unveiled during Paris Arbitration Week in April of this year. That's an incredible achievement. And I really hope you'll take pride in the impact of your work and the well-deserved recognition it continues to receive. So good luck to you and the rest of the team.  Benjamin: Thank you, Rebeca. Thank you so much. It really means a lot, and it also reinforces the importance of our work, seeing that we're nominated not only once last year for the GAR Award, but second year in a row. I will be blunt, I haven't kept track of many nominations, but I think it may be one of the first years where one initiative gets nominated twice, one year after the other. So that in itself for us is worth priding ourselves with. And it may potentially even be more than an award itself. It really, it's a testament to the work we have provided. So what led to the creation of the SVAMC AI guidelines? It's a very straightforward and to a certain extent, a little boring answer as of now, because we've heard it so many times. But the crux was Mata versus Avianca. I'm not going to dive into the case. I think most of us have heard it. Who hasn't? There's many sources to find out about it. The idea being that in a court case, an attorney used Chad GPT, used the outcome without verifying it, and it caused a lot of backlash, not only from opposing party, but also being chastised by the judge. Now when I saw that case, and I saw the outcome, and I saw that there were several tangential cases throughout the U.S. And worldwide, I realized that it was only a question of time until something like this could potentially happen in arbitration. So I got on a call with my dear friend Gary Benton at the SVAMC, and I told him that I really think that this is the moment for the Silicon Valley Arbitration Mediation Center, an institution that is heavily invested in tech to shine. So I took it upon myself to say, give me 12 months and I'll come up with guidelines. So up until now at the SVAMC, there are a lot of think tank-like groups discussing many interesting subjects. But the SVAMC scope, especially AI related, was to have something that produces something tangible. So the guidelines to me were intuitive. It was, I will be honest, I don't think I was the only one. I might have just been the first mover, but there we were. We created the idea. It was vetted by the board. And we came up first with the task force, then with the guidelines. And there's a lot more to come. And I'll leave it there.  Rebeca: Well, that's very interesting. And I just wanted to mention or just kind of draw from, you mentioned the Mata case. And you explained a bit about what happened in that case. And I think that was, what, 2023? Is that right? 2022, 2023, right? And so, but just recently we had another one, right? In the federal courts of Wyoming. And I think about two days ago, the order came out from the judge and the attorneys involved were fined about $15,000 because of hallucinations on the case law that they cited to the court. So, you know I see that happening anyway. And this is a major law firm that we're talking about here in the U.S. So it's interesting how we still don't learn, I guess. That would be my take on that.  Benjamin: I mean, I will say this. Learning is a relative term because learning, you need to also fail. You need to make mistakes to learn. I guess the crux and the difference is that up until now, at any law firm or anyone working in law would never entrust a first-year associate, a summer associate, a paralegal to draft arguments or to draft certain parts of a pleading by themselves without supervision. However, now, given that AI sounds sophisticated, because it has unlimited access to words and dictionaries, people assume that it is right. And that is where the problem starts. So I am obviously, personally, I am no one to judge a case, no one to say what to do. And in my capacity of the chair of the SVAMC AI task force, we also take a backseat saying these are soft law guidelines. However, submitting documents with information that has not been verified has, in my opinion, very little to do with AI. It has something to do with ethical duty and candor. And that is something that, in my opinion, if a court wants to fine attorneys, they're more welcome to do so. But that is something that should definitely be referred to the Bar Association to take measures. But again, these are my two cents as a citizen.  Rebeca: No, very good. Very good. So, you know, drawing from that point as well, and because of the cautionary tales we hear about surrounding these cases and many others that we've heard, many see AI as a double-edged sword, right? On the one hand, offering efficiency gains while raising concerns about bias and procedural fairness. What do you see as the biggest risk and benefits of AI in arbitration?  Benjamin: So it's an interesting question. To a certain extent, we tried to address many of the risks in the AI guidelines. Whoever hasn't looked at the guidelines yet, I highly suggest you take a look at them they're available on svamc.org I'm sure that they're widely available on other databases Jus Mundi has it as well. I invite everyone to take a look at it. There are several challenges. We don't believe that those challenges would justify not using it. To name a few, we have bias. We have lack of transparency. We also have the issue of over-reliance, which is the one we were talking about just a minute ago, where it seems so sophisticated that we as human beings, having worked in the field, cannot conceive how such an eloquent answer is anything but true. So there's a black box problem and so many others, but quite frankly, there are so many benefits that come with it. AI is an unlimited knowledge tool that we can use. As of now, AI is what we know it is. It has hallucinations. It does have some bias. There is this black box problem. Where does it come from? Why? What's the source? But quite frankly, if we are able to triage the issues and to really look at what are the advantages and what is it we want to get out of it, and I'll give you a brief example. Let's say you're drafting an RFA. If you know the case, you know the parties, and you know every aspect of the case, AI can draft everything head to toe. You will always be able to tell what is from the case and what's not from the case. If we over-rely on AI and we allow it to draft without verifying all the facts, without making sure we know the transcript inside and out, without knowing the facts of the case, then we will always run into certain issues. Another issue we run into a lot with predictive AI is relying on data that exists. So compared to generative AI, predictive AI is taking data that already exists and predicting another outcome. So there's a lesser likelihood of hallucinations. The issue with that is, of course, bias. Just a brief example, you're the president of Arbitral Women, so you will definitely understand. It has only been in the last 30 years that women had more of a presence in arbitration, specifically sitting as an arbitrator. So if we rely on data that goes beyond those 30, 40, 50 years, there's going to be a lot of male decisions having been taken. Potentially even laws that applied back then that were not very gender neutral. So we need, we as people, need to triage and understand where is the good information, where is information that may have bias and counterbalance it. As of now, we will need to counterbalance it manually. However, as I always say, we've only seen a grain of salt of what AI can do. So as time progresses, the challenges, as you mentioned, will become lesser and lesser and lesser. And the knowledge that AI has will become wider and wider. As of now, especially in arbitration, we are really taking advantage of the fact that there is still scarcity of knowledge. But it is really just a question of time until AI picks up. So we need to get a better understanding of what is it we can do to leverage AI to make ourselves indispensable.  Rebeca: No, that's very interesting, Ben. And as you mentioned, yes, as president of ArbitralWomen, the word bias is something I pay close attention. You know, we're talking about bias. You mentioned bias. And we all have conscious or unconscious biases, right? And so you mentioned that about laws that were passed in the past where potentially there was not a lot of input from women or other members of our society. Do you think AI can be trained then to be truly neutral or will bias always be a challenge?  Benjamin: I wish I had the right answer. I think, I actually truly believe that bias is a very relative term. And in certain societies, bias has a very firm and black and white standing, whereas in other societies, it does not. Especially in international arbitration, where we not only deal with cross-border disputes, but different cultures, different laws, laws of the seats, laws of the contract. I think it's very hard to point out one set of bias that we will combat or that we will set as principle for everything. I think ultimately what ensures that there is always human oversight in the use of AI, especially in arbitration, are exactly these type of issues. So we can, of course, try to combat bias and gender bias and others. But I don't think it is as easy as we say, because even nowadays, in normal proceedings, we are still dealing with bias on a human level. So I think we cannot ask from machines to be less biased than we as humans are.  Rebeca: Let me pivot here a bit. And, you know, earlier, we mentioned the GAR Awards. And now I'd like to shift our focus to the recent GAR Life on Technology that took place here in New York last week on February 20th. And to give our audience, you know, some context. GAR stands for Global Arbitration Review, a widely read journal that not only ranks international arbitration practices at law firms worldwide, but also, among other things, organizes live conferences on cutting-edge topics in arbitration across the globe. So I know you were a speaker at GAR Live, and there was an important discussion about distinguishing generative AI, predictive AI, and other AI applications. How do these different AI technologies impact arbitration, and how do the SVAMC guidelines address them?  Benjamin: I was truly honored to speak at the GAR Live event in New York, and I think the fact that I was invited to speak on AI as a testament on how important AI is and how widely interested the community is in the use of AI, which is very different to 2023 when we were drafting the guidelines on the use of AI. I think it is important to understand that ultimately, everything in arbitration, specifically in arbitration, needs human oversight. But in using AI in arbitration, I think we need to differentiate on how the use of AI is different in arbitration versus other parts of the law, and specifically how it is different in arbitration compared to how we would use it on a day-to-day basis. In arbitration specifically, arbitrators are still responsible for a personal or arbitrators are given a personal mandate that is very different to how law works in general. Where you have a lot of judges that let their assistants draft parts of the decision, parts of the order. Arbitration is a little different, and that for a reason. Specifically in international arbitration, because there are certain sensitivities when it comes to local law, when it comes to an international standard and local standards. Arbitrators are held to a higher standard. Using AI as an arbitrator, for example, which could technically be put at the same level as using a tribunal secretary, has its limits. So I think that AI can be used in many aspects, from drafting for attorneys, for counsel, when it comes to helping prepare graphs, when it comes to preparing documents, accumulating documents, etc., etc. But it does have its limits when it comes to arbitrators using it. As we have tried to reiterate in the guidelines, arbitrators need to be very conscious of where their personal mandate starts and ends. In other words, our recommendation, again, we are soft law guidelines, our recommendation to arbitrators are to not use AI when it comes to any decision-making process. What does that mean? We don't know. And neither does the law. And every jurisdiction has their own definition of what that means. It is up for the arbitrator to define what a decision-making process is and to decide of whether the use of AI in that process is adequate.  Rebeca: Thank you so much, Ben. I want to now kind of pivot, since we've been talking a little bit more about the guidelines, I want to ask you a few questions about them. So they were created with a global perspective, right? And so what initiatives is the AI task force pursuing to ensure the guidelines remain relevant worldwide? You've been talking about different legal systems and local laws and how practitioners or certain regulations within certain jurisdictions might treat certain things differently. So what is the AI task force doing to remain relevant, to maybe create some sort of uniformity? So what can you tell me about that?  Benjamin: So we at the SVAMC task force, we continue to gather feedback, of course, And we're looking for global adaptation. We will continue to work closely with practitioners, with institutions, with lawmakers, with government, to ensure that when it comes to arbitration, AI is given a space, it's used adequately, and if possible, of course, and preferential to us, the SVAMC AI guidelines are used. That's why they were drafted, to be used. When we presented the guidelines to different committees and to different law sections and bar associations, it struck us that jurisdictions such as the U.S., and more specifically in New York, where both you and I are based, the community was not very open to receiving these guidelines as guidelines. And the suggestion was actually made to creating a white paper, And as much as it seemed to be a shutdown at an early stage, when we were thinking about it, and I was very blessed to have seven additional members in the Guidelines Drafting Committee, seven very bright individual members that I learned a lot from during this process. It was clear to us that jurisdictions such as New York have a very high ethical standard, and where guidelines such as our guidelines would potentially be seen as doubling ethical rules. So although we advocate for them not being ethical guidelines whatsoever, because we don't believe they are, we strongly suggest that local and international ethical standards are being upheld. So with that in mind, we realize that there is more to a global aspect that needs to be addressed rather than an aspect of law associations in the US or in the UK or now in Europe. Up-and-coming jurisdictions that up until now did not have a lot of exposure to artificial intelligence and maybe even technology as a whole are rising. And they may need more guidance than jurisdictions where technology may be an instinct away. So what the AI task force has created. And is continuing to recruit for, are regional committees for the AI Task Force, tracking AI usage in different legal systems and different jurisdictions. Our goal is to track AI-related legislation and its potential impact on arbitration. These regional committees will also provide jurisdiction-specific insights to refine the guidelines. And hopefully, or this is what we anticipate, these regional committees will help bridge the gap between AI's global development and local legal framework. There will be a dialogue. We will continue, obviously, to be present at conferences, to have open dialogue, and to recruit, of course, for these committees. But the next step is definitely to focus on these regional committees and to see how we, as the AI task force of the Silicon Valley Arbitration Mediation Center, can impact the use of AI in arbitration worldwide.  Rebeca: Well, that's very interesting. So you're utilizing committees in different jurisdictions to keep you appraised of what's happening in each jurisdiction. And then with that, continue, you know, somehow evolving the guidelines and gathering information to see how this field, you know, it's changing rapidly.  Benjamin: Absolutely. Initially, we were thinking of just having a small local committee to analyze different jurisdictions and what laws and what court cases, etc. But we soon came to realize that it's much more than tracking judicial decisions. We need people on the ground that are part of a jurisdiction, part of that local law, to tell us how AI impacts their day-to-day, how it may differ from yesterday to tomorrow, and what potential legislation will be enacted to either allow or disallow the use of certain AI.  Rebeca: That's very interesting. I think it's something that will keep the guidelines up to date and relevant for a long time. So kudos to you, the SVAMC and the task force. Now, I know that the guidelines are a very short paper, you know, and then in the back you have the commentary on them. So I want to, I'm not going to dissect all of the guidelines, but I want to come and talk about one of them in particular that I think created a lot of discussion around the guidelines itself. So for full disclosure, right, I was part of the reviewing committee of the AI guidelines. And I remember that one of the most debated aspects of the SVAMC AI guidelines is guideline three on disclosure, right? So should arbitrators and counsel disclose their AI use in proceedings? So I think that that has generated a lot of debates. And that's the reason why we have the resulting guideline number three, the way it is drafted. So can you give us a little bit more of insight what happened there?  Benjamin: Absolutely. I'd love to. Guideline three was very controversial from the get-go. We initially had two options. We had a two-pronged test that parties would either satisfy or not, and then disclosure was necessary. And then we had another option that the community could vote on where it was up to the parties to decide whether their AI-aided submission could impact the outcome of the case. And depending on that, they would disclose or not disclose whether AI was used. Quite frankly, that was a debate we had in 2023, and a lot changed from November 2023 until April, when we finally published the first version of the AI guidelines. A lot of courts have implemented an obligatory disclosure. I think people have also gotten more comfortable with using AI on a day-to-day. And we ultimately came to the conclusion to opt for a flexible disclosure approach, which can now be found in the guidelines. The reason for that was relatively simple, or relatively simple to us who debated that. Having a disclosure obligation of the use of AI will very easily become inefficient for two reasons. A blanket disclosure for the use of AI serves nobody. It really boils down to one question, which is, if the judge, or in our case in arbitration, if the arbitrator or tribunal knows that AI was used for a certain document, now what? How does that knowledge transform into action? And how does that knowledge lead to a different outcome? And in our analysis, it turned out that a blanket disclosure of AI usage, or in general, an over-disclosure of the use of AI in arbitration, may actually lead to adverse consequences for the parties who make the disclosure. Why? Because not knowing how AI can impact these submissions causes arbitrators not to know what to do with that disclosure. So ultimately, it's really up to the parties to decide, how was AI used? How can it impact the case? What is it I want to disclose? How do I disclose? It's also important for the arbitrators to understand, what do I do with the disclosure before saying, everything needs to be disclosed. During the GAR event in New York, the issue was raised whether documents which were prepared with the use of AI should be disclosed or whether there should be a blanket disclosure. And quite frankly, the debate went back and forth, but ultimately it comes down to cross-examination. It comes down to the expert or the party submitting the document, being able to back up where the information comes from rather than knowing that AI was used. And if you put that in aspect, we received a very interesting question of why we should continue using AI, knowing that approximately 30% of its output are hallucinations and it needs revamping. This was compared to a summer associate or a first-year associate, and the question was very simple. If I have a first-year associate or a summer associate whose output has a 30% error rate, why would I continue using that associate? And quite frankly, there is merit to the question, and it really has a very simple answer. And the answer is time and money. Using AI makes it much faster to receive using AI makes it faster to receive output than using a first year associate or summer associate and it's way cheaper. For that, it's worth having a 30% error margin. I don't know where they got the 30% from, but we just went along with it.  Rebeca: I was about to ask you where they get the 30%. And well, I think that for first-year associates or summer associates that are listening, I think that the main thing will be for them to then become very savvy in the use of AI so they can become relevant to the practice. I think everyone, you know, there's always that question about whether AI will replace all of us, the entire world, and we'll go into machine apocalypses. I don't see it that way. In my view, I see that if we, you know, if we train ourselves, if we're not afraid of using the tool, we'll very much be in a position to pivot and understand how to use it. And when you have, what is the saying, garbage in, garbage out. So if you have a bad input, you will have a bad output. You need to know the case. You need to know your documents to understand whether the machine is hallucinating or giving you, you know, an information that is not real. I like to play and ask certain questions to chat GPT, you know, here and there. And sometimes I, you know, I ask obviously things that I know the answer to. And then I'm like, chat GPT, this is not accurate. Can you check on this? And he's like, oh, thank you for correcting me. I mean, and it's just a way of, you got to try and understand it so you know where to make improvements. But that doesn't mean that the tool, because it's a tool, will come and replace, you know, your better judgment as a professional, as an attorney.  Benjamin: Absolutely. One of the things we say is it is a tool. It does nothing out of its own volition. So what you're saying is 100% right. This is what the SVAMC AI guidelines stand for. Practitioners need to accustom themselves on proper use of AI. AI can be used from paid versions to unpaid versions. We just need to understand what is an open source AI, what is a close circuit AI. Again, for whoever's listening, feel free to look up the guidelines. There's a lot of information there. There's tons of articles written at this point. And just be very mindful of if there is an open AI system, such as an unpaid chat GPT version. It does not mean you cannot use it. First, check with your firm to make sure you're allowed to use it. I don't want to get into any trouble.  Rebeca: Well, we don't want to put confidential information on an open AI platform.  Benjamin: Exactly. Once the firm or your colleagues allow you to use ChatGPT, even if it's an open version, just be very smart about what it is you're putting in. No confidential information, no potential conflict check, no potential cases. Just be smart about what it is you put in. Another aspect we were actually debating about is this hallucination. Just an example, let's say you say this is an ISDS case, so we're talking a little more public, and you ask Chad GPT, hey, show me all the cases against Costa Rica. And it hallucinates, too. It might actually be that somebody input information for a potential case against Costa Rica or a theoretical case against Costa Rica, Chad GPT being on the open end, takes that as one potential case. So just be very smart. Be diligent, but also don't be afraid of using it.  Rebeca: That's a great note to end on. AI is here to stay. And as legal professionals, it's up to us to ensure it serves the interests of justice, fairness, and efficiency. And for those interested in learning more about the SVAMC AI guidelines, you can find them online at svamc.org and search for guidelines. I tried it myself and you will go directly to the guidelines. And if you like to stay updated on developments in AI and arbitration, be sure to follow Tech Law Talks and join us for future episodes where we'll continue exploring the intersection of law and technology. Ben, thank you again for joining me today. It's been a great pleasure. And thank you to our listeners for tuning in.  Benjamin: Thank you so much, Rebeca, for having me and Tech Law Talks for the opportunity to be here.  Outro: Tech Law Talks is a Reed Smith production. Our producers are Ali McCardell and Shannon Ryan. For more information about Reed Smith's Emerging Technologies Practice, please email techlawtalks@reedsmith.com. You can find our podcasts on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, reedsmith.com, and our social media accounts.  Disclaimer: This podcast is provided for educational purposes. It does not constitute legal advice and is not intended to establish an attorney-client relationship, nor is it intended to suggest or establish standards of care applicable to particular lawyers in any given situation. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Any views, opinions, or comments made by any external guest speaker are not to be attributed to Reed Smith LLP or its individual lawyers.  All rights reserved. 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Functional Medicine for Women
91. 3 Root Causes of Chronic Fatigue (and What to Do Instead of Pushing Through)

Functional Medicine for Women

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 12:41


Hey Friend, Let's talk about that bone-deep exhaustion that doesn't go away no matter how many early bedtimes, supplements, or protein shakes you try. If you're waking up groggy, crashing at 3PM, and living on caffeine but still feel like you're dragging... that's not just being “tired.” That's chronic fatigue—and it's not fixed by pushing through. This week on the podcast, I'm walking you through the 3 root causes of chronic fatigue I see most often in the women I work with—and the exact shifts you can make today to start feeling better. Here's a peek at what we cover: Why your cortisol rhythm matters more than your bedtime How blood sugar swings are secretly wrecking your energy The missing link between sleep quality and your stress hormones What to do instead of pushing through and blaming yourself Plus, I'm sharing the things that helped me move from surviving to actually living—and how we address these same issues inside the Functional Hormone Reset.

Center for Spiritual Living Midtown
Fertilizing Your Mind As You Attend To Your Garden Of Consciousness | Essy Freed, RS Practitioner

Center for Spiritual Living Midtown

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 44:07


Prior to assisting others in their growth, you must first nurture and nourish the extraordinary seeds you plant within yourself. Then the blessings you experience can be shared with others.   Look at the website for your copy of the New Minister Sacred Covenant. https://cslmidtown.org/wp-content/uploads/new-minister-prayer.pdf 

Solo 2.0
Nourishing Your Nervous System to Heal Fatigue, Anxiety & Hormonal Chaos - w/ Functional Practitioner, Tiffany Kaloustian (Tools for Women Who've Tried Everything!)

Solo 2.0

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 60:00


In this episode, we dive deep into nervous system regulation, how chronic illness and trauma keep the body stuck in survival mode, and how to rewire your brain for healing, peace, and aligned action. Tiffany shares her personal healing journey with lupus, explains the Safe & Sound Protocol, and offers tangible practices to shift from “fight or flight” to “rest and digest.”Resources Mentioned:

Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & Law
Legal Grounds | Marty Strong on Solving Problems in Context, Leaders as Practitioners, and Trusting People so that You can Trust Your Plan

Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & Law

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 47:58


As I get ready for trial this week, I don't think I could have asked for a better conversation to help remind me that creativity and consistency go hand-in-hand. As lawyers, it can be easy to rely on a strategy that's worked in the past, and in some ways it's necessary. But if there's anything standing in front of a jury will teach you, it's that having to adjust your message while maintaining the mission is a core part of what it means to be a leader.  My guest this week is Marty Strong. A combat veteran of the U.S. Navy SEAL Teams, he earned his graduate degree in Management from National University and would go on several VP roles as a financial advisor and is no stranger to Leadership. Over the course of his career, Marty has helped to build and lead multiple companies and is currently the CEO of Legacy Care which specializes in providing post-acute treatment to patients in need. A sought-after guest speaker and consultant, he is the author of the Amazon best-seller, Be Visionary: Strategic Leadership in the Age of Optimization, and the recently published Be Different: How Navy SEALs and Entrepreneurs, Bend, Break, or Ignore the Rules to Get Results.We discuss the differences between the academic leader and the practitioner leader, the value of reminding others of the potential you see in them, and why all of the practical training in the world can't help if someone doesn't understand their purpose. Enjoy the show!

Business by Referral Podcast
Episode 165: Survive, Thrive and Give with Georges Cordoba

Business by Referral Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 47:37


Georges Cordoba Bio: My life purpose is to help people live their best lives. I am a stage IV melanoma with metastasis in the brain cancer survivor. I fought the disease for ten years and had ten surgeries. Pharmaceuticals nearly destroyed my body, so with a leap of faith I took the natural holistic route to heal, and here I am, on my twelfth year free of cancer. I became a Holistic Health and Life coach, Holistic Mastery of Transformational coaching, Functional Nutritionist, Professional Speaker, Reiki Teacher and Practitioner, and Hypnotherapist. All these to provide more value for my clients. “I now see my survival experience as a blessing because God gave me a chance to sing the song I was born to sing, which is helping people live in wellness and purpose.” Seven years ago, with a leap of faith, I transitioned from being a Chief Technology Officer to    working with people who are dealing with cancer or want to prevent the disease. I help them transform their health and vitality. I became an Amazon best-selling author for my book Beating the Odds, which is about my holistic journey to conquer advanced cancer.  As an athlete, I played NCAA Division 1 Tennis for New Mexico State University, enjoy competing in 10K and Half-Marathon races, and am a piano player and music lover.  I invest in planting trees worldwide and feeding America's less fortunate population. I would love to share with you and your audience how I moved my steepest mountain, and how you and your audience can move yours too.   In this episode, Virginia and Georges talked about: Georges' journey to entrepreneurship  How your emotions affect your health and your wealth  2 leaps of faith that changed Georges' faith  How Georges is using podcast guesting to grow his business  Building powerful partnerships Takeaways:  Open your heart to receiving  Healing happens from the inside out 4 legs of success: spiritual, physical, emotional, mental  Be a student of your weaknesses  Intention without action is an illusion Connect with Georges on these platforms: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georges-cordoba-76883427/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georges.cordoba Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach.georges/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@healinginsideout Website: https://www.isyourhealth.com/ Schedule a Clarity call: https://www.isyourhealth.com/schedule-appointment/   Connect with Virginia:  https://www.bbrpodcast.com/  

The Clinical Entrepreneur
S2 E14: A Simplified Social Strategy for Wellness Practitioners

The Clinical Entrepreneur

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 28:23


Ever feel like social media is a full-time job you never signed up for?

Metabolic Matters
Sacred Geometry & Healing Spaces: Designing for Well-Being with Andrea Keller

Metabolic Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 48:32


In this episode of Metabolic Matters, Dr. Nasha Winters sits down with architect, professor, and podcast host Andrea Keller to explore the profound intersection between epigenetics and architecture. How does our built environment influence our biology? Can the spaces we inhabit actively support healing, resilience, and well-being?Andrea brings over 25 years of experience in architectural design, combined with a deep passion for sacred geometry, symbolism, and pattern language, to reveal how our surroundings shape not only our mindset but also our genetic expression.What You'll Learn in This Episode: The science of epigenetics and how our environment influences gene expression How architecture can be designed for healing, activation, and personal empowerment The role of sacred geometry and proportion systems in creating resonance and harmony Practical ways to optimize your living and working space for better health Andrea's journey from architect to thought leader in designing for well-being

All For Literacy
The Practitioner-Researcher Connection with Dr. Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan and Margaret Goldberg, part 2

All For Literacy

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 36:01


As the crucially important ideas of the science of reading spread, a shift of focus to sustainable implementation will ensure evidence-backed instruction continues to change the literacy landscape. Implementation relies on the mutually beneficial relationship between educators and researchers to work effectively and sustainably. Started in Part 1 of Season 4, Episode 3, of the All For Literacy podcast, Dr. Liz Brooke, Margaret Goldberg, and Dr. Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan continue their insightful conversation about research access for educators. Goldberg, a literacy coach and co-founder of The Right to Read Project, brings an educator's viewpoint, while Cárdenas-Hagan pulls back the curtain on the world of research.  During this two-part episode, the guests explore: Effective partnerships between schools and researchers Best practices for research dissemination Evidence-based practices for Emergent Bilinguals Integrating repetition and feedback into day-to-day classroom activities Tune in to this two-part episode for a thoughtful look into the ever-changing landscape of the science of reading, and subscribe to never miss an important literacy discussion! For all mentioned resources and links visit AllForLiteracy.com

Functional Medicine for Women
90. Do I Have Adrenal Fatigue? How to Know And What to Do

Functional Medicine for Women

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 27:02


Hey Friend, Have you been feeling exhausted even after a full night of sleep? Are you craving sugar or salt constantly… or depending on caffeine just to function? If so—your adrenals might be waving a white flag. This week on the podcast, I'm walking you through something so many women deal with (but rarely get answers for): adrenal fatigue. You'll learn: What adrenal fatigue really is (in simple terms) How chronic stress impacts your hormones, energy, and mood How to stay out of burnout once you begin to heal And 3 key red flags that signal you're headed for exhaustion again Whether you're in the middle of a high-stress season or just feel like something's “off” in your body, this episode is going to give you clarity, hope, and real tools. In health, Lacy Lain Before you go… ✨ Join The Functional Hormone Reset Today!If your hormones feel out of control and you don't know where to start, this is for you! I'll walk you through:✔️ The right labs to ask for✔️ What your symptoms are really telling you✔️ How to start balancing your health naturally You can join right here! Have questions? Send me a VideoAsk

Communism Exposed:East and West
China: 61 Falun Gong Practitioners Wrongfully Sentenced, March 2025

Communism Exposed:East and West

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 12:46


https://www.epochtimes.com/gb/25/4/7/n14477065.htm

Voice-Over-Text: Pandemic Quotables
China: 61 Falun Gong Practitioners Wrongfully Sentenced, March 2025

Voice-Over-Text: Pandemic Quotables

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 12:46


https://www.epochtimes.com/gb/25/4/7/n14477065.htm

ASHPOfficial
Pharmacy Leadership: SICP DSA Awardee: A Conversation with Distinguished Service Awardee for the Section of Inpatient Care Practitioners Linda Spooner (2024)

ASHPOfficial

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 14:34


In this Pharmacy Leadership episode, Allison Porter is joined by the Section of Inpatient Care Practitioners 2024 Distinguished Service Awardee, Linda Spooner, to discuss what membership within the section and ASHP means to her and how it helped her develop as a pharmacy practice leader during her career.   The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Dad Mind Matters: Parenting, Marriage & Mental Health For Men
#302 | Why Is BJJ The Perfect Hobby For 40 Plus Practitioners? - Parenting, Marriage & Mental Health Support For Dads

Dad Mind Matters: Parenting, Marriage & Mental Health For Men

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 14:52


Book in for a free 1-1Are you ready to discover the ultimate mind-body activity that could be the missing piece in your wellness journey over 40?If you're a busy individual in your 40s or beyond, trying to maintain fitness, mental well-being, and resilience amidst daily stress, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) might be exactly what you're looking for. This episode uncovers why BJJ offers unique advantages to older practitioners, from physical benefits to mental discipline, especially when life calls for patience, strategy, and balance.In this episode, you will:1) Learn why BJJ is perfectly suited for anyone over 402) Gain insights into how it promotes patience, resilience, and lasting mental clarity.3) Discover how technique triumphs over athleticism in BJJ, making it a perfect fit for those looking to sharpen their minds while respecting their bodies.4) Hear from a BJJ enthusiast on how Jiu-Jitsu fosters humility, a focus on longevity, and a sustainable approach to health, on and off the mats.Tune in now to explore how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu could be the ideal practice for lasting health and personal growth well into your 40s and beyond!More From Dad Mind MattersIf you have a story you'd like to tell about living with a mental illness or about how you escaped the rate race that you'd like to share with my podcast listeners, please book a chat via this link. CAN YOU HELP THE PODCAST?Dear Podcast Listener, thank you, I appreciate your support. This podcast aims to support dads all over the world, especially those struggling with their mental health.This podcast is my hobby, but I'd like it to become much more than that one day. For that to happen, I need the support of either one very wealthy angel investor or a few thousand, possibly slightly less wealthy (but no less generous) angel investors.To develop the podcast and hopefully support more dads, I need some help. With that in mind, if you enjoyed this episode and want to help me with what I'm trying to do, here is the link where you can leave a tip. ALL tips, regardless of size, are hugely appreciated, and as a thank you, anyone who leaves a tip will be entitled to a voice note message from me on their next birthday. Just contact me via the websiteThanks again for your support, and take care of yourselfJamesTo sign up for my FREE monthly newsletter - CLICK HEREABOUT MEHello, I'm James & not long ago, I was a very anxious and somewhat overwhelmed husband & dad. After about a decade of setbacks & enough coffee to sink a ship, I'm a much happier dad. As previously mentioned, I want to try & help other dads be the best they can without losing their mental health. Mental health battles are something I am all too familiar with. In 2010, my GP suggested I do a 12-week CBT course with the NHS. During this course, I was diagnosed as having Pure OCD, which explained a lot.To Buy My Audiobook, First Time Dad, Click this link FREE & "HOPEFULLY" USEFUL RESOURCESFor your free digital copy of my

Wisdom from the Earth and Sky with Heather Ensworth, Ph.D.
My Spiritual Path and Shamanic Experiences - Conversation with Shamanic Practitioner Mayumi Beckers

Wisdom from the Earth and Sky with Heather Ensworth, Ph.D.

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 44:51


For information about the Shaman's Directory:https://shamansdirectory.com/ Heather's websites: https://risingmoonhealingcenter.com and https://transformingtraumatofreedom.com To become a patron of Heather:   / heatherensworth  

Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The Buddha
Ep. 835 - (Group Learning Program) - Guided Loving-kindness Meditation and Student Questions

Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The Buddha

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 59:04


(Group Learning Program) - Guided Loving-kindness Meditation and Student QuestionsLoving-kindness Meditation was the second most primary form of meditation employed by The Buddha to attain Enlightenment. There are many aspects of The Path to Enlightenment that one would need to learn and practice with guidance from a Teacher, however, Loving-kindness Meditation should be among the top priorities for any Practitioner aspiring to attain Enlightenment.The goal of Loving-kindness Meditation is to eliminate anger, hatred, ill will, resentment, negative self talk, and other discontent feelings associated with the unEnlightened mind.In this Podcast, David will guide you in a Loving-kindness Meditation session and will accept questions from Students to help you develop your meditation practice and progress forward on The Path to Enlightenment.——-Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The BuddhaDedicated to the education of Gotama Buddha's Teachings to attain Enlightenment.https://www.BuddhaDailyWisdom.com(See our website for online learning, courses, and retreats.)Group Learning Program - LIVE Interactive Online Classes, Book, Audiobook, Videos, Podcast and Personal Guidancehttps://bit.ly/GroupLearningProgram|The Words of The Buddha - Pali Canon in English Study Grouphttps://bit.ly/PaliCanonStudyGroupFREE Book - Developing a Life Practice: The Path That Leads to Enlightenmenthttps://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/freebuddhabooksFacebook: https://bit.ly/DailyWisdom-FacebookYouTube: https://bit.ly/DailyWisdom-YoutubePodcast: https://bit.ly/DailyWisdom-PodcastSupport our efforts to share The Teachings of Gotama Buddha with you and worldwide for all people using this link.https://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/supportbuddha#buddhism #learnbuddhism #enlightenment #dhamma #dharma #buddha #meditation #meditationretreat #meditationcourse

The Purposeful Marketing Podcast
#114: Why B2B Marketers Should Be Practitioners?

The Purposeful Marketing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 28:27


In this episode of the Purposeful Marketing Podcast, Aaron, Mary, and Kevin delve into performance marketing, emphasizing the importance of being a practitioner in the field. They discuss how understanding the audience and creating engaging content can lead to successful marketing outcomes. The conversation highlights the significance of creative hooks and offers in capturing attention and driving action and building brand trust in challenging times.The episode wraps up with key takeaways on the necessity of continuous practice in marketing efforts.Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Purposeful Marketing Podcast.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠~Market with purpose for the everyday practitioner ~Connect with the hosts:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mary Keough⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Aaron Weekes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠James Boeckmann⁠⁠⁠Connect with the guest:⁠⁠Kevin McClary

The Adoption and Fostering Podcast
Episode 207 - Michelle Hall & Dr Paul Shuttleworth talk Life Story Work and Kinship

The Adoption and Fostering Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 52:22


Hello and welcome to the A&F podcast. In this, slightly raucous, episode we speak to Michelle Hall and Dr Paul Shuttleworth. They chat about the work they are doing with the charity Kinship supporting carers to help children make sense of their life stories.  They are delivering free training across the UK, both online and in person, and you can sign up through the Kinship website here.  If you're interested in coming to Al's Fellowship report release/webinar then you can sign up for free here. 23rd April 12 noon to 13:30 Practitioners here 24th April 20:00 to 21:00 Parent/Carer here  If you want to get the audio from the event but can't attend at the time then you can also sign up and it will be sent out after the events.  As always if you've experience of adoption, fostering or special guardianship from any perspective personal or professional and would like share that on the podcast please get in touch through the Facebook page, BlueSky or email us at AandFpodcast@gmail.com Listen/subscribe on iTunes here Spotify here

The Imagination
S5E60 | Poppy Joy & Marie Freeman - Masonic Ritual Abuse & Healing: Survivor & Practitioner's Guide

The Imagination

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 194:47


Send me a DM here (it doesn't let me respond), OR email me: imagineabetterworld2020@gmail.comToday I'm honored to have back on the show for a second time a duo of hope and healing through survival and teamwork who are both here again today to share the struggles and triumphs of healing from satanic ritual abuse, mind control, and other forms of organized abuseIntroducing our first guest: Satanic ritual abuse and mind control survivor, first generational New Zealander, credentialed counselor with a specialization in Narrative Therapy, communication skill small group training course facilitator, traditional herbal medicine advocate, retreat co-facilitator, and healing warrior, Poppy JoyAnd our second guest: Kiwi Mother, healer helping survivors of Satanic Ritual Abuse and extreme trauma specializing in Brandon Bay's ‘The Journey' method of emotional release and cellular healing, and intuitive empath helping survivors to recover themselves and take over their soul-light power: Marie FreemanIn a world veiled by silence, two extraordinary souls stepped into the light, their voices intertwining to weave a tapestry of hope and resilience. Poppy's debut on "The Imagination" marked a pivotal moment - a sacred space where, with Marie steadfastly by her side, she unveiled the harrowing chapters of her survival through satanic ritual abuse (SRA), mind control, and organized abuse. Together, they painted a vivid portrait of the transformative power of community, friendship, and unwavering support on the arduous path to healing.Marie, a beacon of compassion, brought an unparalleled depth to that first episode. Her profound empathy and innate ability to hold space for survivors complimented Poppy's courageous testimony, enriching it with a perspective born of deep understanding and an intimate knowledge of mending the wounds of extreme trauma. In that tender episode, a bond was forged - a dynamic duo whose presence would ripple through countless episodes to come.Since that fateful episode, Poppy has blossomed into a regular voice on the show, her journey unfolding in real time. With each appearance, her confidence grows, her clarity sharpens, and her bravery shines - a living testament to the miracles that await on the far side of healing from SRA. At the heart of this transformation stands Marie, a steadfast ally whose belief, validation, and patient listening have been the wind beneath Poppy's wings. Their friendship is a radiant example of what's possible when a survivor finds a trusted companion who not only stands with them but truly sees and believes in them.Now, Poppy and Marie return for an encore episode, their 18-month odyssey together taking center stage. This time, we delve deeper into the complexities of SRA - its psychology, its pitfalls and triumphs, and the revelations that have surfaced as Poppy's healing journey unfolds with Marie as her constant. They'll build upon our first dialogue, peeling back layers of memory and programming uncovered in real time. Together, they'll shine a light on the intricate dance of healing - from the survivor's raw courage to the practitioner's steadfast resolve - overcoming the sinister designs meant to unravel the spirit.CONNECT WITH THE IMAGINATION:EMAIL: imagineabetterworld2020@gmail.comMy Substack: https://emmakatherine.substack.com/BUY ME A COFFEE: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theimaginationAll links: https://direct.me/theimaginationpodcastRIFE TECHNOLOGIES:https://realrifetechnology.com/Support the show

Soul Searcher with Natali Brown
96. If You're Not Creating, You're Disintegrating

Soul Searcher with Natali Brown

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 40:13


If you're not creating, you're disintegrating—yep, we're going there in today's episode! Creation is the pulse of life, the force that keeps us evolving, expanding, and aligning with our highest purpose. And when it comes to deep, next-level creation, Sentaura Healing is the ultimate quantum accelerator. We're unpacking the magic of this powerful energy healing system and why it's calling in a new wave of healers ready to step into mastery. If you've been feeling the nudge to elevate your healing abilities, my Sentaura Healers Training for Practitioners starts this June, this is your sign. Tune in and let's activate your next level! Book a call with me to see if Sentaura is for you: https://cozycal.com/natalibrown/free-chat-with-natali OR Experience Sentaura Healing For Yourself: https://cozycal.com/natalibrown/f/sentaura-ascension-healing    

The Simplicity Sessions
How I Generated First $100k In My Business My First Year Of Business As A Health Practitioner & Personal Trainer

The Simplicity Sessions

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 32:15


In this episode, I talk all about the mindset shifts necessary for building a thriving business. Sharing my own journey, I discuss how I achieved my first six-figure year as a health practitioner and personal trainer.  Key Moments: The Early Struggles and Mindset The Journey to Six-Figures High-Touch Relationship Growth Multiple Income Streams Establishing Authority Charging Your Worth Sustainable Work Schedule Let's dive in! Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special! Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Free Resources: Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Programs: The Perimenopause Project | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women's Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Audacious Woman Mentorship | jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

BodyHacking - Build a better you
#39 | What a Quantum Practitioner Told Me About My Son's Health

BodyHacking - Build a better you

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 37:26


In this episode, I'm sharing a deeply personal experience from earlier this week — when I took my son to see a quantum practitioner.What she told me stopped me in my tracks:“If you weren't doing everything you're doing… he would be a very sick little boy.”WHAT IF I did not have my knowledge!WHAT IF I would not have spent the time and money on my son! With this podcast I want to inspire you to look further then what traditional medicine is offering! Whether you're a parent, a practitioner, or just curious about quantum medicine and holistic health, this episode will remind you that the work you do behind the scenes? It matters. More than you know.I will also share a very specific reason why I believe in energy work! And you will understand WHY after you hear my experience! Send us a textSupport the showIf you LOVED this episode, please LEAVE A REVIEW and help us grow!Connect with Michaela?www.foodchangeslives.com/Youtube @FoodChangesLives Instagramwww.instagram.com/michaela_morrell/ Fbwww.facebook.com/FoodChangesLives www.facebook.com/groups/omega3experience DISCLAIMER: Welcome to BodyHacking - Build a Better You podcast! Please note that the content provided on this channel is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. The information shared here is based on personal experiences, research, and general knowledge. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions. Additionally, some of the products and services mentioned on this channel may be affiliate links. This means I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links. Rest assured, I only recommend products and services that I personally use and trust in my daily life. Things I have spent countless hours researching and feel are th...

Functional Medicine for Women
89. Gut Transit Time: The Simple At-Home Test That Reveals What Your Digestion Is Really Doing

Functional Medicine for Women

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 14:50


Hey Friend, Let me ask you something simple: Do you know how long it takes your food to move through your body? If you've been dealing with bloating, brain fog, low energy, or hormonal issues—and you've tried everything—this one test might give you the clarity you've been praying for. This week on the podcast, I'm sharing a tool I use with every single woman in my Functional Hormone Reset program:

Straight White American Jesus
It's in the Code ep 140: “The Bait-and-Switch”

Straight White American Jesus

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 27:47


Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ Practitioners of high-control Christianity present the “core” teachings of the tradition as being about God's unconditional love and acceptance of human beings. This is the “public-facing” presentation of high-control Christianity. But when we take a deeper look within high-control Christianity, we encounter a bait-and-switch. This accepting, affirming Christian vision is replaced by one focused on obligation structured around emotions like fear and guilt. How does this take place? And how does this serve the purposes of high-control Christianity? Take a listen to this week's episode to find out! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/StraightWhiteJC Order Brad's book: https://bookshop.org/a/95982/9781506482163 Check out BetterHelp and use my code SWA for a great deal: www.betterhelp.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jones Health Law Podcast
EDUCATION: What Happens If I Fail a Pre-Employment Drug Test In Tennessee?

Jones Health Law Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 5:25


Web: www.JonesHealthLaw.comPhone: (305)877-5054Instagram: @JonesHealthLawFacebook: @JonesHealthLawYouTube: @JonesHealthLawDrug testing is a standard practice in the workplace, and many employers participate in programs like Tennessee's Drug Free Workplace Program, which incentivizes employers to implement drug testing as part of maintaining a safe and compliant work environment. For healthcare practitioners, drug testing is often a legal requirement, and failing a pre-employment drug test can have significant professional and legal consequences. It may lead to the loss of a job opportunity, jeopardize current employment, or even result in disciplinary action against your professional license. Understanding the drug testing process can help you navigate these situations effectively.Healthcare professionals in Tennessee are governed by the Practitioner's Practice Act, which ensures the public's safety and promotes high standards of care by those in the profession. The Act applies to licensed healthcare providers who deliver direct patient care, such as nurses, medical examiners, dentists, and chiropractors (and any person required to be licensed under Tennessee's healthcare laws by any healthcare board). Under the Act, practitioners are subjected to various drug testing procedures, and a refusal to submit or a positive test can result in a violation of the Act. Such violations may lead to serious consequences including licensure suspension and revocation. A positive drug test may arise from knowingly using drugs, an unintended result due to medication, or even a false positive. Drugs tested for under the Act include marijuana, cocaine, amphetamines, phencyclidine (PCP), and opioids. Notably, prescription drugs may contain small amounts of these substances, which may lead to a positive result, leaving the practitioner uncertain about the outcome. A drug test is only considered positive for purposes of further consequences when confirmed by a different secondary test on the same sample.

Physician NonClinical Careers
How To Beat Damaging National Practitioner Databank Reports

Physician NonClinical Careers

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 30:00


Dr. Armin Feldman's Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work. Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching. For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/ Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba. Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Physicians facing career roadblocks due to National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) reports often feel trapped—but there are solutions. In this episode, John explores real-world strategies for overcoming the challenges posed by damaging databank reports. From understanding which employers and institutions have access to these records to identifying career paths where they hold little to no weight, he breaks down key insights that can help physicians regain control of their professional futures. John discusses alternative work opportunities that bypass NPDB scrutiny, such as locum tenens, small independent clinics, telemedicine, and specialized practices like addiction medicine and medical marijuana clinics. Additionally, he explores entrepreneurial options, including cash-only direct primary care (DPC), concierge medicine, and aesthetic practices, where physicians can sidestep traditional employer-based credentialing barriers. This episode provides actionable steps for navigating the challenges of an NPDB report and exploring career options with greater flexibility. Learn how to strategically position yourself in today's job market and continue practicing medicine on your own terms. Tune in now to discover practical, real-world solutions for overcoming employment roadblocks. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/damaging-national-practitioner-databank-reports/

Functional Medicine for Women
88. Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA): The Hidden Key to Chronic Fatigue, Hormone Imbalances & Thyroid Issues

Functional Medicine for Women

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 21:42


Falun Dafa News and Cultivation
1710: Cultivation Story: A Falun Dafa Practitioner Shares Her Mother's Story

Falun Dafa News and Cultivation

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 33:53


Experience-sharing articles from the Minghui website. Original Articles:1. A Falun Dafa Practitioner Shares Her Mother's Story2. Practitioners Should Use Their Abilities to Meet the Challenges Falun Dafa Faces3. A Reminder to Practitioners Outside of China: Do Not Worship “Heroes” from China To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

Trust Me
2024 Legislation: New Laws That Trust and Estate Practitioners Should Know

Trust Me

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 38:41


New laws were enacted in 2024 that affect California trust and estate practitioners. Join our two speakers, attorneys Jadene M. W. Tamura and Mara M. Mahana, on this episode as they describe the highlights of the new laws and how they affect trusts and estates practice, estate and trust litigation, incapacity proceedings, and more.About Our Podcast Speakers:Jadene M. W. Tamura is a Shareholder and Co-Chair of the Trusts & Estates Department at Parker Milliken, practicing in the areas of trust and estate planning, administration, and litigation. Jadene is a certified specialist in estate planning, trust, and probate law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, and is a member of the Executive Committee of the Trusts and Estates Section of the California Lawyers Association (TEXCOM). Jadene may be reached at jtamura@pmcos.com.Mara M. Mahana is a Senior Wealth Strategist and Executive Director at Wells Fargo Bank. Mara works with high- and ultra-high net worth clients to review, develop, and consult on estate and wealth transfer plans, taking into consideration clients' unique values, needs and circumstances. Prior to joining Wells Fargo Bank, Mara was a practicing attorney with 20 years of experience in trust and estate law.  Mara is a member of the Executive Committee of the Trusts and Estates Section of the California Lawyers Association (TEXCOM).Thank you for listening to Trust Me!Trust Me is Produced by Foley Marra StudiosEdited by Cat Hammons and Todd Gajdusek

New Manager Media, Manage Right from the Start
You can move your mountains! | DFS 340

New Manager Media, Manage Right from the Start

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 49:56 Transcription Available


Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so you are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. Georges shares his story of how he was cured of cancer. Listen in as he shares his story. In this episode you will learn:Perfection - it doesn't have to be perfect!Focus - on what we've done well!Stack the Wins!Who is Georges Cordoba?“My life purpose is to help people live their best lives.” GeorgesGeorges is a stage IV melanoma with metastasis in the brain cancer survivor.He fought the disease for ten years and had ten surgeries. Pharmaceuticals nearly destroyed my body, so I took the natural holistic route to heal, and here I am, on my twelfth year free of cancer.He became a Holistic Health and Life coach, a Holistic Master of Transformational coaching, a Functional Nutritionist, a Professional Speaker, a Reiki Teacher and Practitioner, and a Hypnotherapist, all to provide more value for his clients.Georges says, “I now see my survival experience as a blessing because it gave me a chance to sing the song I was born to sing, which is helping people live in wellness and purpose.”Seven years ago, he transitioned from being a Chief Technology Officer to working with people who are dealing with cancer or want to prevent the disease. He helps them transform their health and vitality.He is an Amazon best-selling author for my book Beating the Odds, about his holistic journey to conquer advanced cancer.Best-Selling Book: Beating The Odds – “My Journey Through Holistic Health to Overcame Advanced Cancer.As an athlete, he played NCAA DIV 1 Tennis for New Mexico State University, enjoys competing in 10K and Half-Marathon races, and is a piano player and music lover.He invests in planting trees worldwide and feeding America's less fortunate population.Contact Georges:linkedin.com/in/georges-córdoba-76883427https://www.youtube.com/@healinginsideouthttps://www.facebook.com/georges.cordobaIN@coach.georgesIf you are ready to start reaching your goals instead of simply dreaming about it, start today with 12minutegift.com! Buy your copy of the the Best Selling Book, 12 Minutes to Success on Amazon: https://a.co/d/beBleiW Grab your FREE meditation: Reduce Your Anxiety MEDITATIONAre you ready to tiptoe into your intuition and tap into your soul's message? Let's talk Listen in as Jennifer Takagi, founder of Takagi Consulting, International Inspirational Speaker, and 5X time Amazon.Com Best Selling-Author, shares the invaluable lessons she's learned...

Falun Dafa News and Cultivation
1709: Cultivation Story: Practitioners Should Look Inward Regarding the Attacks on Shen Yun

Falun Dafa News and Cultivation

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025


Experience-sharing articles from the Minghui website. Original Articles:1. Practitioners Should Look Inward Regarding the Attacks on Shen Yun2. Reflecting on What Caused My Life-and-Death Tribulation3. Some Thoughts on the Communist Party's Newest Campaign to Attack Master To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

Peaceful Power Podcast
Meghan Rhodes on Herbal Wisdom for Seasonal Healing & Women's Wellness

Peaceful Power Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025 43:34


Meghan Rhodes is a qualified herbalist and the founder and director of Rhodes Roots and Remedies School of Herbal Medicine, where she guides students on a unique sense-based herbalism course and journey, Awaken Herbal Wisdom, for up to three turnings of the wheel. Meghan's practice of herbalism is rooted in the belief that we must remember, reclaim and relearn our knowledge of our bodies, our autonomy and how to work with plant medicine in order to bring control of our own health back into our families and homes for a sustainable future for ourselves and the planet. Through her herbalism school, Meghan facilitates the development of confident, empowered herbalists, attuned to the messages of their bodies and the natural world. Living the deep wisdom of herbal medicine within themselves, their homes and their communities, they uplift themselves and others, creating a stronger society organically. Meghan is a member of both the College of Practitioners of Phytotherapy and the Ayurvedic Professionals Association. Connect to Meghan www.rhodesrootsandremedies.co.uk www.instagram.com/rhodesrootsandremedies Where to connect with Andrea Website: https://andreaclaassen.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandrea Freebie: 5 Day Ayurvedic Toolkit- https://andreaclaassen.com/5-day-ayurvedic-toolkit Sacred Seasons: https://andreaclaassen.com/sacred-seasons Burnout to Balance: https://andreaclaassen.com/burnouttobalance Andrea Claassen Bio Andrea Claassen is an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor, RYT 500 hour yoga teacher, and personal trainer who has been in the wellness space since 2007. She specializes in cyclical living. Her mission is to help women learn how to slow down, tune in and connect to their inner wisdom. The three pillars she focuses on are movement, mindfulness & mother nature through an Ayurvedic lens. You can hear more from Andrea on her Peaceful Power Podcast where she aims to deliver actionable takeaways for you to live a more holistic lifestyle. Connect with Andrea on her website at www.andreaclaassen.com

Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The Buddha
EP. 832 - (Group Learning Program) - Guided Breathing Mindfulness Meditation and Student Questions

Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The Buddha

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025 36:41


(Group Learning Program) - Guided Breathing Mindfulness Meditation and Student QuestionsBreathing Mindfulness Meditation was the primary form of meditation employed by The Buddha to attain Enlightenment. There are many aspects of The Path to Enlightenment that one would need to learn and practice with guidance from a Teacher, however, Breathing Mindfulness Meditation should be among the top priorities for any Practitioner aspiring to attain Enlightenment.The goal of Breathing Mindfulness Meditation is to develop “Right Mindfulness”, “Right Concentration”, and to eliminate the unwholesome root of craving/desire/attachment.All discontentedness is caused by craving/desire/attachment so it is important to train the mind to not have craving/desire/attachment as part of "Developing Your Life Practice”.In this Podcast, David will guide you in a Breathing Mindfulness Meditation session and will accept questions from Students to help you develop your meditation practice and progress forward on The Path to Enlightenment.——-Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The BuddhaDedicated to the education of Gotama Buddha's Teachings to attain Enlightenment.https://www.BuddhaDailyWisdom.com(See our website for online learning, courses, and retreats.)Group Learning Program - LIVE Interactive Online Classes, Book, Audiobook, Videos, Podcast and Personal Guidancehttps://bit.ly/GroupLearningProgram|The Words of The Buddha - Pali Canon in English Study Grouphttps://bit.ly/PaliCanonStudyGroupFREE Book - Developing a Life Practice: The Path That Leads to Enlightenmenthttps://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/freebuddhabooksFacebook: https://bit.ly/DailyWisdom-FacebookYouTube: https://bit.ly/DailyWisdom-YoutubePodcast: https://bit.ly/DailyWisdom-PodcastSupport our efforts to share The Teachings of Gotama Buddha with you and worldwide for all people using this link.https://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/supportbuddha#buddhism #learnbuddhism #buddhismclass #buddhismcourse #enlightenment #awakening #dhamma #dharma #buddha #meditation #meditationretreat #meditationcourse #meditationclass

Embody Your Soul
All about Tantra & sacred sexuality w/ Tantra Practitioner, Faciliator & Author, Leola Watkins

Embody Your Soul

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 52:22 Transcription Available


Leola is a Pleasure Priestess & the best-selling author of Sacred Sex Ed, inspiring others to see an integration of sexuality and spirituality. She guides individuals and couples in discovering how life-force energy moves in the body; and more importantly, how to harness this inner-power for a pleasure-filled life that begins with our most intimate relationships and extends to our livelihood and our worldview.In her early 20s, Leola discovered tantra and shamanic sexuality as modalities to heal her relationship to her body, process past sexual assault, and create a life she loves. She is now dedicated to guiding others to be turned on by life itself, find God in their body, and seduce the world into a greater good.In this episode we talk about... What Tantra is and what it meansLeola's journey into Tantra What sexual liberation truly is, and what it can look likeHer book, Sacred Sex EdIntroducing Tantra to yourself Introducing Tantra to your partner Living a tantric lifetalktantratome.com@talktantratomeGet her new book HERE---Follow me on instagram HEREHead to my website HERE

New Solo
Going Solo (and Staying Solo!) Tips From a Veteran Solo Practitioner

New Solo

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 39:21


Get inspired and stay inspired as a solo legal practitioner. Guest Paige Greenlee started her firm, Greenlee Law PLLC, in 2014 and is still going strong on her own. Hear how she does it. Keeping the lights on, and keeping track of cases, business, even contract help is a full load, but you can do it.  Having worked for large firms, Greenlee realized she wanted to control her own business, use the technology that worked for her, and manage her own calendar and cases. But as so many have noted, you learn the law in law school – not business management.  Hear how Greenlee leaned on family experiences, mentors, and her own trial and error to keep the lights on, keep the cases coming in the door, and stay organized and efficient.  Here's a hint, a lot of running a solo practice comes down to making a business decision and then outsourcing the implementation. Greenlee learned to delegate tasks, including accounting and technology management. And as she started to build her practice, she learned to find and hire the right assistants to manage day-to-day duties. She relies heavily on tech tools – the right tools, not cheap imitations – to eliminate the forest of paper documents that comes her way daily.  Questions or ideas about solo and small practices? Drop us a line at NewSolo@legaltalknetwork.com   Topics: Hear how a successful solo law firm founder learned to practice law, enjoy her life, and take care of the day-to-day chores it takes to run a business It's easy to fall into the habit of trying to do everything yourself. Learn when to “outsource,” turning over business issues such as bookkeeping and administration to contract employees and firms. When it comes to your tech, don't skimp. If you need it, get it. “Good enough” is rarely good enough.  Mentioned in This Episode: Clio Legal Tech Microsoft 365 for Business NetDocuments ScanSnap Gliss Marketing and Consulting TrialPad Florida Bar Association ABA TECHSHOW 2025 Clio Cloud Conference 2025 Clio Legal Trends Report  

Fertility Friday Radio | Fertility Awareness for Pregnancy and Hormone-free birth control
[FAMM Practitioner Series] FFP 566 | Overcoming HA After 3 Years Without A Period | Grace Parce

Fertility Friday Radio | Fertility Awareness for Pregnancy and Hormone-free birth control

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 59:55


From 3 years without a period to consistent, healthy cycles! Tune into my latest interview to learn more about how Grace plans to inspire other women to do the same.   Follow this link to view the full show notes page! This episode is sponsored by Lisa's new book, Real Food for Fertility, co-authored with Lily Nichols! Grab your copy here!