Podcasts about Presence

Have you ever been on a road trip that feels like it goes on forever? Did things start feeling a little getting a bit existential? That's the whole deal with the chewy new film It Ends. The horror-meets-psychological thriller follows four friends who just graduated college, as they turn onto a road through a dense forest and the road just keeps going. Directed by Alexander Ullom, It Ends is both chill and chilling, and a lot of fun to talk about. Chasing down your next horror fix? Check out these episodes: 'Backrooms' brings YouTube horror to the big screenIn ‘Weapons', the kids aren't at all right, not in the slightest, nopeShould you give 'Presence' the ghost of a chance?Connect with Pop Culture Happy Hour:Letterboxd / FacebookOur weekly newsletterSupport public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show's perks include bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

In this episode of the Radical Radiance podcast, Sarah Freymuth shares her heartfelt journey through life's hard seasons and how God has sustained her in the valley. This episode explores the importance of embracing God's presence in suffering, the power of worship in all circumstances, and trusting God's higher ways.Keywords:faith, suffering, hope, worship, God's presence, patience, mental health, waiting, God's goodness, spiritual growthChapters00:00 Introduction to Sarah Freymuth and her new book02:23 Why Sarah wrote 'All the Hard Things'04:25 Experiencing God's presence in suffering06:49 God's goodness in valleys and mountaintops09:18 The concept of good hard things11:53 Waiting well in God's timing13:48 Dealing with unanswered questions and mystery16:48 Worship when it feels hard19:41 Myths about God's love and suffering23:48 God's refining work in seasons of waitingLinks:Speaking: https://www.radicalradiance.live/speaking Creative Business Coaching: https://www.radicalradiance.live/coaching Camp for Creatives: https://www.radicalradiance.live/campforcreatives Listen to Radical Radiance on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-radiance/id1484726102?uo=4 Listen to Radical Radiance on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/55N56VtU6q33ztgJNw7oTX?si=29648982bc91475f Take the FREE Waiting Personality Quiz: https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/676d5c2884dd1e00159563f6 Take the Why Are You Stuck in Your Calling? Quiz: https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/657326e6544f610014b40b67 Books:You're Not Too Late: Trusting God's Timing in a Hurry-Up World: https://amzn.to/44omO3kDo the Thing: Gospel-Centered Goals, Gumption, and Grace for the Go-Getter Girl: https://amzn.to/43IaFpMBefore Dawn: Knowing God's Presence in the Dark Seasons of Life: https://amzn.to/4pdsZjv Jasper Meets Sparkle the Firefly: https://www.thejasperbooks.com Sponsors:Christian Standard Bible: Do you ever sit down with your Bible, ready to really dig in… and then get pulled a hundred different directions? I want to tell you about something I love: the CSB Spiral-Bound Notetaking Bible. It lays completely flat, with wide margins made for sermon notes, prayers, and reflections — so you can record what God is teaching you and look back on it later. It's perfect for your own quiet time, and a beautiful tool for your small group, too. Click here to grab yours today.Unsifted: What if bread wasn't actually the problem? We've been told to cut the carbs, fear the gluten, avoid the bread basket. But what if it was never the wheat — it was what we did to it? Most store-bought flour was milled months ago — stripped of its fiber, its enzymes, its nutrients. By the time it hits your kitchen, the good stuff is already gone.Unsifted changes that. Their Starter Kit with premium pre-blended whole grains let you mill fresh flour at home in just seconds— no complicated ratios, no guesswork, no failed loaves. Just whole grains, freshly milled, baked into something your family will actually fight over. Go to unsifted.com to learn more.

Award-winning director, author, speaker mentor, and entrepreneur Tricia Brouk returns to One Sharp Sword for a powerful conversation about ambition, presence, service, and wise leadership. Tricia takes Dr. Wayne Pernell from her childhood on a Missouri farm to a global dance career that included performing with Mikhail Baryshnikov. She shares how appearing in Antigone shortly after 9/11 transformed her understanding of art as service—and why influential communicators must show up prepared to care for their audience. They explore why speakers should share from the scar rather than the wound, the difference between having emotion and becoming emotional, and how Tricia's STILL method—Stop, Tune In, Intuit, Listen, and Learn—helps leaders respond from wisdom instead of ego. Tricia also discusses Being Smart Is Stupid, The Wise Leopard, the upcoming film Dog Years, and the leadership lesson at the heart of her relationship with Wayne: work with people who make you better. Connect with Tricia, explore her books, and learn about her workshops: https://triciabrouk.com/ Pease enjoy Tricia's free programs at www.TriciaBrouk.com/workshops

“Teach me, God, to Wonder, teach me, God, to see...”  The opening words to a hymn by Walter Faquharson reflect the longing of someone to experience the beauty of God's creation.  In the midst of such beauty, many find peace and rest for their soul. In this episode of Awaken to God's Presence, host Robin Linkhart invites listeners to imagine their favorite outside space where their soul feels completely at home... where they belong. Take a few minutes to rest as you join Robin for a moment of reflection and guided meditation that will leave you feeling renewed and ready for what lies ahead.  Listen to other episodes in the Awaken to God's Presence series. Download the transcript. Thanks for listening to Faith Unfiltered!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org “The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services). All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.   NOTE: The series that make up Faith Unfiltered explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Faith Unfiltered is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ. 

Teaching is about more than delivering content—it's about being present with students, noticing their needs, and working alongside colleagues to create meaningful learning experiences. In this episode, Doug Fisher shares insights into what it means to be truly present in teaching and how educators can be more intentional about the way they connect, collaborate, and respond to the people around them. From building strong relationships with students to working as a team with colleagues, this conversation highlights how teaching becomes more powerful when educators learn and grow together. Quotables "When a team feels efficient and effective, and we feel like we're making a difference together, that brings us joy.""Putting good systems in place, I think is really important.""The more time teachers spend in each others classroom, the more benefit it has academically for the outcome of students." About Doug Fisher Doug Fisher went from working at KFC and riding ambulances to pay his way through college to becoming a Professor of Education at San Diego State and writing a whole shelf of books on how learning actually happens. But here's the part that makes him different: he never left the classroom. He co-founded a school in 2007 and still teaches there today. Over the past 20 years, he has helped more than 100,000 educators improve how they teach. Through these experiences, he realized something that drives him CRAZY: education has never had more experts—and less advice that actually survives a real classroom. Because of this, teachers sit through endless PD sessions, nod along... and NOTHING changes for their students on Monday morning. So he decided to start helping educators the RIGHT way—with evidence-based practices like teacher clarity, gradual release of responsibility, and PLC+ that actually survive contact with real students. Connect with Doug Fisher WebsiteEmail:dfisher@sdsu.eduConnect on XLinkedin Student Engagement Resources from Doug Fisher PLTogether Student Engagement Join the Always A Lesson Newsletter Join here and grab a freebie! Connect with Gretchen Email: gretchen@alwaysalesson.comBlog: Always A LessonFacebook: Always A LessonTwitter: @gschultekInstagram: Always.A.LessonLinkedin: Gretchen Schultek BridgersBook: Elementary EDUC 101: What They Didn't Teach You in College Gretchen's latest book, Always a Lesson: Teacher Essentials for Classroom and Career Success, is now available on Amazon. Leave a Rating and Review: This helps my show remain active in order to continue to help other educators remain empowered in a career that has a long-lasting effect on our future. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/always-lessons-empowering/id1006433135?mt=2 Search for my show on iTunes or Stitcher.Click on ‘Ratings and Reviews.'Under ‘Customer Reviews,' click on “Write a Review.”Sign in with your iTunes or Stitcher log-in infoLeave a Rating: Tap the greyed out stars (5 being the best)Leave a Review: Type in a Title and Description of your thoughts on my podcastClick ‘Send'

Learning from your last speech or presentation is how the next one gets 1% better.Imagine mastering the skills to keep your cool when everything goes wrong. What if you could walk into any room and adapt on the spot, no matter what chaos unfolds? That's exactly what you'll discover in this episode.Developing high-performance skills through speaking can transform not only your business, but your life. You'll hear real stories about facing big obstacles, quick pivots, and gaining the confidence to lead, connect, and bounce back stronger after slip-ups.Here's what you'll learn:Keeping your composure when a room goes sideways, like losing half your speaking time without warning, is a skill you can train, and why the audience should never feel the chaos you're managing behind the scenes.Having a handful of flexible stories ready to reshape for any room, before you ever open your mouth, means you can always hand an audience the lesson they actually came for.Presence doesn't switch off the moment you step off stage, the moment you realize the version of you people meet backstage has to match the one they just watched speak.>>>Book a Speaker Success Call at https://speakandstandout.com/speaker-successExperts Edge newsletter delivered right to you inbox: https://speakandstandout.com/bid-newsletterConnect with me on:LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-ann-murabitoInstagram: @laurieann.murabitoVisit my website for more advice and tipsThank you for listening, LA

Brent J. Freeman is an entrepreneur, speaker, and author of The Alchemy of Joy. After two decades of building companies, he turned inward to study neuroscience, mindfulness, and subconscious reprogramming—helping people move beyond survival mode and create more presence, joy, and fulfillment. Connect with Brent: Website: https://brentfreeman.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joywithbrent/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SirBrentFreeman LinkedIn: https://www.youtube.com/@SirBrentFreeman

In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosts Coach Ashlie Walton sits down with Fire Captain Mark Andrew — author of Leading Through the Heat and a career firefighter who has spent decades learning what separates leaders who earn loyalty from the ones who lose it. This is not a corporate leadership conversation. This is leadership forged in fire — literally. Mark brings the raw, honest, and practical lessons that only come from leading people through the moments where everything is on the line and there is no room for ego, micromanagement, or empty authority.

You may think some people are just naturally confident, composed, or commanding. I want you to understand that presence works differently. It is built through the behaviors you repeat, the standards you hold yourself to, and the way you respond when pressure tests those standards. Show Notes: [02:51]#1 Presence Comes From Repeated Behaviors [08:31]#2 Presence Is Reinforced Through Standards [13:44]#3 Presence Is Developed Under Pressure [17:01] Recap Next Steps: --- Execution is not a talent.   It is a standard. If your results don't match your ability, something in your approach is out of alignment. Most people do not have a motivation problem.   They have a consistency problem. Power Presence is the system for operating with greater discipline, clarity, structure, and execution under pressure. Learn more: → http://www.PowerPresenceProtocol.com  Know what to do but not always doing it?  Measure your execution at → http://RateMyExecution.com. Get Dre's free Daily Game email at http://WorkOnMyGame.com. Every day you'll receive one practical lesson on leadership, mindset, discipline, and execution to help you perform at a higher level. No fluff. Just game

Today on the program, a trip into the archive and a return to Episode 149, my conversation with Terry Tempest Williams. We were talking about her book When Women Were Birds: Fifty-Four Variations on Voice, available from Picador. Air date: February 17, 2013. Terry Tempest Williams is the award-winning author of over twenty books of creative nonfiction, including the environmental classic, Refuge: An Unnatural History of Family and Place. Among her other books are Leap; Red; The Open Space of Democracy; Finding Beauty in a Broken World;  The Hour of Land; and Erosion: Essays of Undoing. Her work has been translated and anthologized worldwide. A recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship and a Lannan Literary Award, she is a member of the American Academy of Arts & Letters and is currently writer-in-residence at the Harvard Divinity School. She divides her time between Cambridge, Massachusetts and Southeastern Utah. *** ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Otherppl with Brad Listi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a weekly podcast featuring in-depth interviews with today's leading writers. Available where podcasts are available: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, etc. Get ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How to Write a Novel,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ the debut audio course from DeepDive. 50+ hours of never-before-heard insight, inspiration, and instruction from dozens of today's most celebrated contemporary authors. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Brad's email newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the show on Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email the show: letters [at] otherppl [dot] com The podcast is a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠proud affiliate partner of Bookshop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, working to support local, independent bookstores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do you want more, a position of importance or the presence of Jesus? In Mark 9:30-50, Jesus is on His way to the cross while His disciples argue about who among them is the greatest. Instead of scolding their ambition, He redirects it, teaching them that true greatness is found not in rank or recognition but in serving without expectation, staying humble, dealing seriously with sin, and living distinctly in a way that brings peace rather than division. God cares about our circumstances, but He is more concerned with the formation of our souls. Aaron Brockett • The Urgent Kingdom • Mark 9:30-50 CONNECT WITH US! Engage with this message: https://tpcc.org/messages Visit our website: https://tpcc.org We believe in the power of prayer: https://tpcc.org/prayer Instagram: https://instagram.com/traderspointcc/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/TradersPointCC/

What does it truly mean to make an impact? A women's basketball coach at Texas A&M offered a simple but powerful distinction: success is what happens to you, while impact is what happens because of you. Numbers 8, set against the backdrop of the Israelites preparing to journey through the wilderness, gives us four clear attributes of a person who makes a lasting difference. God was literally at the center of the Israelite camp, and that arrangement was intentional. When He is at the center of our lives, everything else finds its proper place.The four attributes are ears that hear the Lord, hands that build a team, a heart that loves the presence of God, and a soul that shines while dented. Hearing God means opening His Word with genuine expectancy, not just asking Him to bless our existing plans but actually listening for His. Building a team means delegating real trust and responsibility to others, whether in ministry, marriage, or family life. Loving His presence means creating space to actually be with God, not just attending church or reading a verse occasionally, but slowing down enough to connect deeply. And shining while dented means allowing the painful, hammered seasons of life to shape us into purposeful instruments rather than broken ones.Jesus modeled all four of these attributes perfectly. He listened constantly to His Father, built a team of disciples, withdrew regularly to pray, and shined most brilliantly while suffering on the cross. Because of it, He became the most impactful person who ever walked the earth. Impact is not reserved for pastors or missionaries or people with large platforms. It belongs to anyone willing to live with ears open, hands extended, a heart pursuing His presence, and a soul that keeps shining even when life has left its marks.

Edge City is one of the most exciting, fun, engaging, dynamic communities of which I'm a part -- and here I get to interview one of the founders! (This is very exciting for me.)Edge City runs month-long "pop-up villages" — 500 to 1,000 people from tech, science, culture, and art, gathered in one small, walkable town, building things together. In Timour's words, "It's got the dynamism of a city, with the vibe of a village — that's kind of a design principle for us."In my words: It's like summer camp meets a tech conference ... and it's also a hotbed of attraction. :)But what happens when you meet someone in an environment where you absolutely will run into them again? What if you don't want to make her uncomfortable by asking her out? How do organizers think about this?As Timour puts it, "We are in a weird time when it comes to dating.” But don't worry -- we discuss the anonymous "crush" feature that could change everything.We also get into the dating dynamics at the village specifically, including my feeling of being surrounded by attractive men and yet noticeably under-approached. We cover the couple whose second date really was an entire month-long event, and the strange twist where Timour says this is actually the opposite of Burning Man's infamous "playa romance" phenomenon.If you've ever wondered whether there's a real-world alternative to the apps — something that isn't just another platform — this one's worth your full attention.—Come to Edge City!The next Edge City is in Goa, India from Oct 11–Nov 1. Plus there's a smaller, 30-person trip to Bhutan from Nov 11–19. Use code DEARMEN for 20% off Goa tickets. Details at edgecity.live.—Work with usReady to go deeper than the podcast and take action? Jason and I help you break old patterns and transform your sex & love life for good. To see if you're a fit for our flagship program, Pillars of Presence, book a call here. Start anytime. (https://evolutionary.men/apply/)—Mentioned on this episode:Edge City: upcoming events in Goa, India (Oct 11–Nov 1) and Bhutan (Nov 11–19)Questions about Edge City? Email DearMenPodcast@gmail.com—Memorable quotes from this episode:"I felt like there were all these attractive men, and no one was approaching me.""We've even had a few kids conceived at or because of Edge.""I don't want to be the weird guy who's approaching... what if that makes them uncomfortable?"“It was about how alive I felt in that environment.”“It's exponentially more meaningful than a one- or two-day conference.”“There is the serendipity of running into people that feels magical.”“We're pushing ourselves forward both personally as well as society.” “It's the dynamism of a city with the vibe of a village.”“Why doesn't your neighborhood feel communal?”“We needed from the beginning to have the architecture and DNA that would be welcoming to children.” “We grow up and we're taught to find The One.”“You need to go through the crucible of, ‘Is this the right person for me?'”

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. When life feels overwhelming, sometimes the kindest thing you can do is focus only on today. This grounding meditation helps reduce anxiety, quiet overthinking, and gently anchor your awareness in the present moment. One peaceful breath at a time is enough. Love,

Send me a messageWe quit on ourselves because we tied our confidence to the finish line. When the goal gets delayed, the confidence goes with it.If achievement is the only thing that makes us feel good, then 99% of our lives will feel like failure. The answer isn't smaller goals. It's moving where the good feeling comes from.Getting back up is the achievement. Real confidence comes from being willing to look like a fool in front of people who are better than us — the person who loves the practice passes the person with the talent, every time.Manifestation focuses the mind. It doesn't do the work.Success and failure are two sides of one coin. The only real failure is quitting.CHAPTERS0:00 Why a delayed goal feels devastating2:22 Why 99% of life feels like failing5:04 Why natural talent loses8:32 Smart risk and dumb risk12:23 Success is how fast you get back up15:07 The only way to fail is to quit16:00 Does prayer or manifestation work?18:57 There are no mistakes20:10 Why growth feels invisiblePlease enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.Video podcasts are available at https://www.youtube.com/@ToddPerelmuter#confidence #failure #motivation #presence #personalgrowthFor the days when life feels like too much, these 4 free books are for you. Get the free 4-books bundleIf my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I'd be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the PodcastAnd if you'd like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

Wayne and Kyle continue the conversation about what happens when life changes in ways we never wanted or expected. What is the difference between false hope and honest trust? They talk about grieving what has been lost and wrestling openly with God through the difficult questions. When we stop looking for tidy answers, we may discover that his presence matters more than explanations. Whether you face cancer, trauma, family upheaval, or an uncertain future, trust in his love grows as we find God within the new reality rather than trying to escape it. Learning to live each day connecting to the reality that God loves us, walks with us, and will meet us in whatever comes can make all the difference. Podcast Notes: The video recording of this podcast. (Because of Facebook policies, this link will only stay active for 30 days.) The handout Wayne & Kyle refer to to on this podcast. Get your copy of Just Love The post Cultivating Presence in the Chaos (#1049) first appeared on The God Journey.

The promised land of intimacy is not a quiet house. It is a payout. You walk in looking for the land of milk and honey embodied within a person. Someone to end the wandering. Someone to cash the check the first house bounced. Metaphorically speaking, Egypt is or was that first house. First deep love and first fracture in the same hands. Parental potters, works in progress, missing chances to love on you and tend what you needed. You loved them and quietly loathed them in the same breath. You lowered the price of being shaped. The labor was the cost of the strategy you had to develop, which let you keep the love for the parental potter's hands while surviving the mess their brokenness created within the environment and within your chest. Canaan is the fantasy that one later body will be the exodus. Disney named it happily ever after. Spacious. Sweet. Rest from that labor. Needs that no longer have to go on sale. No more exposure. No more self-knowledge. Happily ever after shirks the responsibility of a holographic relational environment. That environment is a crucible. Psychological nudity. Being known without a costume. The credits roll so you never have to stand in that. Inheritance, as if a vow sworn to a people could be performed by a spouse. You call that chemistry, destiny, finally. Intuition says I can rest now. Ask which climate trained that rest. The potter's house or here. Authority sold you settlement as love, then sold you the ending. Reason says one finite person cannot flow with milk and honey on command, and cannot cancel the crucible. Canaan in a couple is destination-logic, not peace-logic. In the text the land is sworn possession, deliverance into fruit after barrenness, pasture after scarcity, rest from war. Cities you did not build. Wells you did not dig. Vineyards you did not plant. Eat, be full, do not forget. That cargo gets dropped on a lover and renamed happily ever after. They will see you so the first invisibility dies. They will stay so the first leaving gets reversed. They will tend what the first potters missed. Conflict then feels like eviction from the land. Ordinary human limit feels like exile, like having to raise the price of yourself again. Peace becomes a product you buy with silence, sex, image, or church. You were not relating. You were occupying. The land already had people in it. Promise arrives with contest. Spies taste the fruit and still panic at the giants. Watch what you do after closeness. That is the empirical test. Do you soften into here, or do you scan for proof the giants are gone, the old quota is canceled, and the story has finally gone to credits. Their actual life becomes what must be driven out so your hunger can settle. A healthy bond is the anti-promised land because it refuses to hire one nervous system to finish the potter's job and refuses to play happily ever after with a human being. Presence is not a refund for Egypt. Relating is not collection for missed tending. Happily ever after is how the mask avoids psychological nudity. A kiss cannot annex a past. A vow cannot unwrite a childhood. The vows you can keep are smaller and harder. Tell the truth. Do not vanish. Do not turn their life into your territory. Stay in the exposure. Stay in the crucible. Covenant in the book can be lost. Exile sits in the same library as milk and honey. So can the marriage that was asked to be Canaan. The mask that will fight this hour is simple. I am the one who is owed rest from the labor of being shaped. I am the one who is owed a land that flows and a story that ends. If I drop that, I do not know who I am. Name one result that would change your mind. If you cannot, you are not inquiring. You are defending the deed. Are you with them in this room, or are you occupying them as the last Canaan that might still make you whole, waiting for them to keep a promise they never made, in a land they are not.

In this contemplative episode of 5 Minutes of Peace, spiritual teacher Michael Monk introduces listeners to one of the foundational practices from his Awakening Course — a meditation he calls The Mirror Meditation.Michael explains that we are all reflections of one another, making every encounter an opportunity for greater self-awareness. In this guided practice, he invites listeners to use his face as a mirror, gently focusing on both of his eyes with equal attention. This balanced way of seeing is designed to quiet mental activity, harmonize the brain's two hemispheres, and encourage a deeper state of presence.As the meditation unfolds, participants may notice subtle shifts in perception. Some experience changes in light, color, or the appearance of an aura. Others may observe facial features seeming to soften, change, or even dissolve. Michael emphasizes that these experiences are simply invitations to relax, remain present, and become more aware of the energy that surrounds us.Perhaps the most meaningful part of the practice comes after the meditation itself. Michael encourages listeners to repeat the exercise while looking into their own reflection. By meeting ourselves with openness instead of judgment, we begin to cultivate a deeper relationship with our own inner wisdom and intuition.His closing reminder is both simple and profound:"Remember to love what you see."It is an invitation to approach ourselves with compassion, curiosity, and acceptance—recognizing that peace begins by seeing ourselves with new eyes.About Today's GuestMichael Monk has been teaching spirituality, metaphysics, and energy mastery since 2011. Through meditation, intuitive development, and consciousness practices, he helps students cultivate greater presence, spiritual awareness, and personal transformation.To learn more about Michael and his work, visit:www.michaelmonk.bioMichael 's Facebook pageMichael's IG: https://www.instagram.com/michaelmonkavatar/On YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLhiIVwHdt6F1Kym6nj4h0AThank you for listening — and thank yourself for taking 5 Minutes of Peace.We are all connected on a path of love, service, and peace for ourselves and others. We're grateful to walk that path with you.If you'd like to learn more about The Peace Room, our Reiki treatments, crystal healings, training classes, and workshops, visit:www.ThePeaceRoom.loveJoin us again whenever you need 5 Minutes of Peace.

Today, I want you to look at the value your presence creates for the people around you. If you are a leader, a father, a business owner, a teammate, or simply a man with influence, people should be better because you are around them. Your job is not just to improve yourself. It is to bring enough value that the environment and the people in it rise because you showed up. Show Notes: [05:54]#1 Bring More Value Than You Take. [16:58]#2 Raise the Standard of the Environment. [22:10]#3 Leave People Better Than You Found Them. [25:55] Recap Episodes Mentioned: 3590: Your Presence Either Raises Or Dilutes The Room 3729: Why High-Level Men Always Give More [And Win] Next Steps: --- Execution is not a talent.   It is a standard. If your results don't match your ability, something in your approach is out of alignment. Most people do not have a motivation problem.   They have a consistency problem. Power Presence is the system for operating with greater discipline, clarity, structure, and execution under pressure. Learn more: → http://www.PowerPresenceProtocol.com  Know what to do but not always doing it?  Measure your execution at → http://RateMyExecution.com. Get Dre's free Daily Game email at http://WorkOnMyGame.com. Every day you'll receive one practical lesson on leadership, mindset, discipline, and execution to help you perform at a higher level. No fluff. Just game

“We are now competing in conversation with someone's feed.”Connecting with others requires more than knowing what to say. The signals we send through our body language, the questions we ask, and even where we position ourselves can shape how others experience a conversation. In this Quick Thinks episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, behavioral researcher and author of Cues and Captivate, Vanessa Van Edwards joins Matt Abrahams to explore the subtle cues that make communication more engaging. She shares strategies for navigating networking events, sparking more meaningful conversations, and signaling the warmth and competence that shape charisma and connection.Takeaways:Connection starts before you speak. Visible palms, eye contact, positioning, and other nonverbal cues can signal warmth and openness, shaping how others experience an interaction from the start.Better conversations spark curiosity. Moving beyond routine small talk with engaging questions, surprising stories, and genuine enthusiasm can make interactions more memorable and meaningful.Activity:Create a conversational feed. Start a note on your phone and collect three things from your week—a surprising moment, an interesting observation, or a small win. Bring one into your next networking event or meeting as “conversational confetti” instead of defaulting to routine small talk.Printable Expanded Takeaways & ActivitiesEpisode Reference Links:Vanessa Van EdwardsVanessa's Books: Cues / CaptivateEp.301 Trust at First Sight: Create More Meaningful Connections Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (00:37) - Why Your Hands Matter (02:20) - Networking With Confidence (05:34) - Make Small Talk More Engaging (09:03) - The Science of Charisma (13:11) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.Strawberry.me. Get 50% off your first coaching session today at Strawberry.me/smartJoin our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

Why you should listenSarah McDevitt, a HubSpot leader and first-time author, breaks relational intelligence into five practical signals (Awareness, Presence, Empathetic Structuring, Connection Capital, and Human Differentiation) you can use to become the partner a client cannot swap out for a tool.Learn how to be a "context miner" in every meeting: the way sharp partners use full presence to extract how a business actually makes decisions, then feed that context into their AI agents to get outputs generic prompts cannot match.Get Sarah's read on where the retainer money moves next as AI creates a wave of "vibe coded" messes, plus the governance and platform cohesion work partners can charge for when customers realize they need one person to own the whole stack.You have spent years getting deep on the platform, and now AI can do a slice of that build work in minutes, so a quiet question sits at the back of your mind: what is a partner actually for now? In this episode, I talk with Sarah McDevitt, a HubSpot leader and first-time author of The Round Table, about relational intelligence, which she defines as the ability to build, sustain, and grow trust-based relationships that AI cannot replicate. We get into why the skills AI makes less scarce do not make you less useful, and why so many partners have their identity wrapped up in the exact technical work that is now being handed to agents. Sarah has spent years watching what separates the partners who stay in the room from the ones who get swapped out, and almost none of it is technical. If your value has always lived in the build, and you can feel that ground shifting under you, this conversation is about where your value goes next.About Sarah McDevittSarah McDevitt is the Senior Director of Partner Strategy at HubSpot, where she leads a global community of more than 7,000 partners through AI transformation. A native of Sligo and now based in Dublin, Sarah is the creator of the Relational Intelligence framework and the author of her first book, The Round Table: How Relational Intelligence Will Become Your Human Advantage in the AI Age. Her core thesis, "RI + AI = Trust," argues that the smartest organizations use AI to strengthen human relationships rather than replace them. A TEDx speaker and advocate whose work spans hybrid team leadership and responsible AI adoption, Sarah helps partners see that as technical skills become less scarce, the ability to build trust becomes their most valuable and defensible asset.Resources and LinksSarah McDevitt on The Paul Higgins Podcast: Episode 642 - Stop Being a Platform Expert - Why Business Growth Advisors Win in the AI Era with Sarah McDevittHubspot.comSarah McDevitt on LinkedIn20VC podcastNeed help with your WHO and WHAT decisions? Apply for a FREE Multiplier CallBook a Decision Session herePrevious episode: 694 - The 60% ShiftCheck out more episodes of the Paul Higgins PodcastSubscribe to our YouTube channel: @PaulHigginsMentoringJoin our newsletterSuggested resources

Fifty years ago this week, Boston released one of the best-selling debut albums in rock history. In the new bonus episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda flips through the class of ‘76 yearbook in classic rock, a year stacked with albums that still shape what we listen to today: Boston's debut, Led Zeppelin's Presence, Rush's 2112, Aerosmith's Rocks, Steve Miller Band's Fly Like an Eagle, Blue Öyster Cult's Agents of Fortune, Bob Seger's Night Moves, and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' debut. It was more than just a good year, it set the stage for what classic rock would become. Listen in and pick your own valedictorian from the Class of 1976! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sarah shares an episode from a podcast (and therapist) she'd like to introduce you to: A Simple Therapy Podcast with Sindee Gozansky.  Sindee Gozansky welcomes Gino Titus-Luciano, LMHC—CEO of Kokua Mental Health and Wellness Group, president of the Hawaii Counselors Association, and a therapist who believes you can't show up as a textbook and expect real healing to happen. Gino brings insight into what culturally grounded care actually looks like and why bringing your authentic self into the room doesn't mean losing your professional boundaries. Together, Sindee and Gino explore how to balance being real with staying professional, why cultural curiosity matters more than competency, and what happens when a client's values directly challenge your own. Gino shares a powerful moment working with a client who rejected DEI principles—and how getting curious instead of defensive opened the door to actual therapeutic work. He breaks down why rigid treatment models burn clinicians out, how to know when you're over-identifying or under-identifying with a client's culture, and why caring for your therapists is the foundation of caring for clients. This conversation is full of permission to stop performing, real talk about vicarious trauma, and a reminder that reflection isn't optional—it's essential. Gino challenges us to ask whether we still love this work and to build practices where clinicians can laugh, bring their specialties to the table, and actually want to show up. Because sustainable therapy starts with remembering you're a person too. Thank you to Sindee and Gino for sharing this conversation from A Simple Therapy Podcast with us. Join The Therapist Network and receive 20% off your subscription tier when you enter the code SARAHROCKS. Join the waitlist for the next Authentic Leaders Group! This is a journey of self-discovery and leadership mastery, where you'll not only enhance your leadership skills but also forge meaningful connections with fellow therapists who are committed to their own growth and the betterment of the therapy field. Apply now! Thank you to The Therapist Network for sponsoring the show! The Therapist Network is a global community built by and for therapists. You'll find live consult groups, an ever-growing library of workshops and courses, plus a community that really sees you. Sarah's group, Tending to the Wounded Healer, meets every other Monday from 1–2pm CT, and it's a space to explore the intersection of your lived experience and your clinical work. So if you want to feel more supported and less alone, visit TheTherapist.Network—or join Sarah's group directly at tinyurl.com/HealerConsultTTN. UPCOMING EVENTS Check the calendar for opportunities to connect with Sarah and earn CEs. SUPPORT THE SHOW Sarah's Downloadables Join our Patreon for gifts & perks Shop our Bookshop.org store and support local booksellers Share a rating & review on Apple Podcasts *** Let's be friends! You can find me in the following places… Website Facebook @headheartbiztherapy Instagram @headheartbiztherapy

Matt & Michael were joined by Daniel Hyde, a familiar name for many in Reformlandia, to talk about his most recent book "The Christians Pocket Guide to the Presence of God."  Get the book! Patrons have a chance to get the book, so if you join the patreon today not only could you get a free copy but you will also get a chance to hear a discussion the guys had with Danny about church planting confessionally Reformed churches.  Join the Patreon today!

People decide whether to trust you before they've had time to fully evaluate your expertise. Before they process your words, they're reading your energy, pace, posture, eye contact, and certainty. The question is: Does the way you show up match the brilliance you bring? In this milestone 200th episode, I'm sharing seven practical ways to build trust quickly, strengthen your credibility, and influence the room with Powerhouse Presence™. 1. The Handshake Moment: Trust Starts Before Your Content Does People experience you before they process what you're saying. Your posture, facial expression, eye contact, pace, and energy are already communicating a message. Before your next high-stakes conversation, ask yourself: How do I want to be experienced in this room? Choose three words, such as calm, credible, clear, and let those guide how you show up. 2. Calm Certainty Builds Credibility Powerhouse Presence™ isn't about being the loudest or most charismatic person in the room. It's about communicating: I belong here. I know what I bring. And I don't need to prove it. Slow your pace. Finish your sentences. Let your words land. Confidence doesn't rush. 3. Your First Words Matter Don't waste your opening warming up, qualifying your opinion, or giving unnecessary backstory. Instead of: “I've been thinking about this, and I'm not sure everyone will agree, but…” Try: “Here's what I recommend.” Use BLUF: Bottom Line Up Front. Lead with what matters most. 4. Remove the Language That Leaks Authority Pay attention to words and phrases that unintentionally weaken your message: just, sorry, I think, maybe, hopefully, or does that make sense? You don't have to become aggressive or overly direct. The goal is to communicate with greater clarity and certainty. Before you speak, ask: Am I softening this because it needs to be softened, or because I'm uncomfortable owning it? 5. Stand Out by Being Concise Over-explaining can come from wanting to prove your credibility. Ironically, it can have the opposite effect. Make your point. Give the necessary context. Then stop. Challenge yourself to cut the runway and eliminate the first 20–30% of what you would normally say. The more important your point, the less you should bury it. 6. Make Sure Your Presence Matches Your Brilliance You can be exceptionally talented and still have a gap between what you know and how others experience you. I call this the Credibility Gap: the distance between the expertise you possess and the confidence, clarity, and authority others experience from you. Your goal isn't to become someone else. It's to make sure the room can see the value that's already there. 7. Build Trust Through Consistency Powerhouse Presence™ isn't something you turn on for the big presentation or board meeting. Trust is built in the everyday moments: keeping your word, being prepared, communicating clearly, handling pressure well, and saying what needs to be said. People trust leaders when they know what they can count on from them.   Your Powerhouse Challenge This week, don't try to be more impressive. Be more intentional. Speak sooner. Say less. Slow down. Trust your own voice. Because when your presence matches your brilliance, you don't have to fight to command the room. People feel it. Some resources for you: Get 3 Strategies to Speak Up in Meetings here. Project more confidence and credibility with my free tips: 9 Words to Avoid & What to Say Instead: Words to Avoid | Karen Laos My book “Trust Your Own Voice”: https://karenlaos.com/book/   Connect with me: Website: https://www.karenlaos.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenlaosofficial  Episodes also available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEwQoTGdJX5eME0ccBKiKng/videos   About me: Many years ago I found myself tongue-tied in a boardroom, my colleagues and executives staring at me. My stomach in my throat, I was unable to get the words out (in spite of being in a senior leadership role).  Then, I heard my boss shut down the meeting. My heart sank. I was mortified. She pulled me aside and said, "You didn't trust your gut. You could've tabled the meeting like I did." Why didn't that option occur to me in the moment? Why did I feel like I needed permission? That was the day I set out to change. I began a journey of personal growth to discover the root of the problem. Once I did, I wanted every woman to experience that same freedom. I'm now on a mission to silence self-doubt in 10 million women in 10 years by giving them simple strategies to speak up and ask for what they want in the boardroom and beyond, resulting in more clients, job promotions, and negotiation wins. Companies like NASA, Netflix, Google, and Sephora have been propelled toward more effective communication skills through my signature framework, The Confidence Cocktail™. This is your invitation to step into your most confident self so you can catapult your career! Karen Laos, Communication Expert and Confidence Cultivator, leverages 25 years in the boardroom and speaking on the world's most coveted stages such as Google and NASA to transform missed opportunities into wins. She is fiercely committed to her mission of eradicating self-doubt in 10 million women by giving them practical strategies to ask for what they want in the boardroom and beyond. She guides corporations and individuals with her tested communication model to generate consistent results through her Powerful Presence Keynote: How to Be an Influential Communicator. Get my free tips: 9 Words to Avoid & What to Say Instead: Words to Avoid | Karen Laos Connect with me:Website: https://www.karenlaos.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenlaosofficial Facebook: Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos: https://www.facebook.com/groups/karenlaosconsultingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenlaos/Episodes also available on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEwQoTGdJX5eME0ccBKiKng/videosMy book “Trust Your Own Voice”: https://karenlaos.com/book/

Get your copy of The Pursuit of God here!   Do you ever find yourself knowing plenty of facts about God, yet feeling like your actual experience of His presence is dry or distant? On this episode of The Daily Grace Podcast, Shelby sits down with Director of Marketing Jennie Heideman to discuss how believers can bridge the gap between head knowledge and a vibrant, living relationship with Jesus. Drawing wisdom from A.W. Tozer's classic work, The Pursuit of God, they explore the comforting reality that God is a living, speaking Father who actively desires to be known and experienced by His children.   Together, Shelby and Jennie unpack what it means to practice faith by continuously turning the heart's gaze toward Christ throughout the day. From folding laundry and answering emails to navigating personal surrender, they share how shifting our focus transforms ordinary routines into holy ground. Tune in to learn how Christ's humility offers genuine soul rest and how you can begin experiencing God's presence in every moment of your daily life.   Unlock a 10% off coupon when you join The Daily Grace Co.'s email list.   Connect with us:  The Daily Grace Co. | Facebook |Instagram | Daily Grace Blog | Subscribe to our Podcast Newsletter!

Ryan Pineda and Brian Davila hosted brain coach Jim Kwik to break down practical strategies for improving memory, focus, motivation, learning, and brain health while using AI and technology without losing the skills that make us human.⁣⁣Connect with Jim - ⁣https://www.instagram.com/jimkwik/⁣https://www.youtube.com/@JimKwik⁣Buy his book here - https://limitlessdaily.com/⁣__________⁣If you'd like my team to run your marketing & sales department to scale your business apply here https://www.pinedapartners.com⁣⁣Join our private mastermind for elite business leaders who golf. https://www.mastermind19.com⁣⁣Want to be featured on the Wealthy Way Podcast? Apply here https://www.wealthyway.com⁣⁣If you want to start your real estate investing business, we'll give you 1:1 coaching, seller leads, software, & everything you need. https://www.wealthyinvestor.com⁣⁣Tired of paying so much in taxes every year? We'll give you strategy, tax prep, and accounting all in one place. https://www.taylor-tax.com⁣⁣Join free Bible studies and workshops for Christian business leaders. https://www.tentmakers.us⁣__________⁣Chapters: ⁣00:00 - President Clinton Memory Story⁣00:19 - AI Study & Motivation Formula⁣00:41 - Jim Kwik's Origin Story⁣15:01 - Meeting President Clinton⁣16:24 - How to Remember Names⁣24:48 - Brain Types & Parenting⁣30:03 - Reading vs. Listening⁣31:44 - Create, Consume, Clear⁣35:00 - Mind Before Media⁣45:03 - Taking Personal Agency⁣46:39 - Designing Better Habits⁣47:21 - Questions, Focus & Discomfort⁣1:00:06 - Emotional Control & Presence⁣1:01:16 - Courage & Regret⁣1:10:01 - Identity & Taking Action⁣1:15:06 - Faith, Prayer & Gratitude⁣1:19:18 - Human Intelligence vs. AI⁣1:24:45 - Focus & Procrastination⁣1:30:09 - Brain Health Basics⁣1:31:20 - Small Simple Steps⁣1:36:18 - Put It Into Action

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In this episode of the Radical Radiance Podcast, Rebecca George and Tasha Calvert discuss the transformative power of living a holy life, the meaning of holiness, and practical ways to pursue community and holiness in everyday life. They also share insights on writing books, building community, and trusting God's timing.Keywords:Holiness, Community, Christian Living, Book Writing, Spiritual Growth, Longing, Sanctification, Holy Spirit, Christian Community, Personal GrowthTopics:The meaning of holiness as sacred otherness from GodPractical steps to pursue holiness through community and spiritual disciplinesThe importance of biblical definitions and understanding God's holinessNavigating longings, waiting, and trusting God's timingThe role of the Holy Spirit in transforming character and lifeAddressing difficult topics like finances and sex in the holiness journeyThe significance of community and relational equity in spiritual growthWriting books and building community as a form of spiritual motherhoodChapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:56 Defining Holiness: Sacred Otherness from God03:44 The Practical Pursuit of Holiness in Daily Life05:51 God's Holiness and Transformation Through the Holy Spirit07:52 The Invitation to Pursue Holiness, Not Just Blessings09:44 Understanding Set Apart: What It Means to Stand Out for God11:39 Addressing Difficult Topics: Finances, Sex, and Holiness15:38 Longings, Waiting, and Trusting God's Timing17:30 The Heart Behind Writing and Sharing Books19:32 Practicing Resilience and Waiting in Daily Life21:25 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Our Transformation27:25 Building Authentic Christian Community29:15 Walking Through Hard Seasons with Grace31:14 Encouragement for Pursuing God's Call and Longings33:11 The Power of Vulnerability and Relational Equity35:08 Responding with Grace and Wisdom in Daily Interactions37:00 God's Work in Our Desires and Future PlansSponsors:Christian Standard Bible:If you've ever read the Bible and thought, “I want to understand this more deeply”… this resource is for you. The CSB Christian Theology Handbook is such a beautiful companion for your study—it breaks down big theological concepts into clear, accessible insights with charts, summaries, and visual tools that actually help it stick. It's rooted in Scripture, easy to navigate, and designed to be something you come back to again and again. You can check out the CSB Christian Theology Handbook here.Live Oak Integrative Health:There's this thing that happens in summer where you're supposed to feel good — lighter, freer — but instead you're running on fumes and calling it fine. The mental load doesn't take a vacation. And your body notices. What if that bone-deep tired isn't just life? What if it's data? That's the question Rebecca Belch at Live Oak Integrative Health helps women actually answer so you're not just managing symptoms, you're understanding them. Visit liveoakintegrativehealth.com/radiance for a special listener offer.Links:Speaking: https://www.radicalradiance.live/speaking Creative Business Coaching: https://www.radicalradiance.live/coaching Camp for Creatives: https://www.radicalradiance.live/campforcreatives Listen to Radical Radiance on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-radiance/id1484726102?uo=4 Listen to Radical Radiance on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/55N56VtU6q33ztgJNw7oTX?si=29648982bc91475f Take the FREE Waiting Personality Quiz: https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/676d5c2884dd1e00159563f6 Take the Why Are You Stuck in Your Calling? Quiz: https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/657326e6544f610014b40b67 Books:You're Not Too Late: Trusting God's Timing in a Hurry-Up World: https://amzn.to/44omO3kDo the Thing: Gospel-Centered Goals, Gumption, and Grace for the Go-Getter Girl: https://amzn.to/43IaFpMBefore Dawn: Knowing God's Presence in the Dark Seasons of Life: https://amzn.to/4pdsZjv 

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Send us Fan MailEnneagram Five: From Head Knowledge to Heart Connection | Sherri Hughes-GraggSeries: Wholehearted Enneagram: A Year Through the Types | Type Five | Episode 4 of 4Episode DescriptionWhat does it look like when a Five stops hoarding what she knows... and starts giving it away?Amy closes Type Five month with Sherri Hughes-Gragg, a Christian author and Bible teacher, who joins for one of the most theologically rich conversations of the year. Sherri has spent her career doing what Fives do best: going deeper than anyone else into the culture, history, and geography of Scripture, and then bringing back everything she found as a gift for others.Together, Amy and Sherri explore what it looks like when the Five's extraordinary interior life stops being a place of retreat and becomes a place of offering, and what it means to linger in the Savior's presence when your instinct is always to study, prepare, and observe.In this episode:Why the Five's love of depth and research is not just an intellectual gift, it's a spiritual oneWhat it actually costs a Five to take what she's studied in private and offer it publiclyWhat the Five most needs to hear about presenceThe difference between studying God and being known by Him, and why that distinction matters most for the FiveA word for every Five who has been preparing to step forward… and is still waiting until she knows enoughYou have more to give than you know. And you don't have to retreat to be safe.Sherri Gragg — BioSherri Gragg is a Christian author, speaker, freelance writer, and developmental editor whose “Bible Stories for Grown Ups” take readers into the culture, history, and geography of Scripture to find a God who is kinder and more merciful than they ever knew. She is the author of Arms Open Wide: A Call to Linger in the Savior's Presence and multiple devotionals and Bible studies. She is based in Franklin, Tennessee.Connect with Sherri: https://www.sherrigragg.net | Instagram: @sherri_graggThe Enneagram can name your patterns. It can't set you free from them. That's the difference between insight and transformation, and it's the whole focus of this summit.Learn more, check out the speakers & get your free seat!https://www.simplywholehearted.com/wholehearted-2026Support the showRESOURCES FOR YOU:Join the Waitlist for 1:1 Coaching with Amy Wickshttps://www.simplywholehearted.com/callamywicksNot sure about your Enneagram Type? Start here: https://www.simplywholehearted.com/enneagramquizEnnea-what? The Beginners Guide to the Enneagram(free course + printables)https://bit.ly/Enneagram101GuideConnect with Amy:IGWebsite

Olivia Fox Cabane: The Charisma Myth Olivia Fox Cabane is one of the world's leading authorities on the science of charisma and the bestselling author of The Charisma Myth, which has been translated into 27 languages. Previously Director of Innovative Leadership for Stanford StartX, Olivia has lectured on charisma, leadership, and innovation at Harvard, Yale, MIT, the Marine War College and the United Nations. She has been featured in The New York Times, The Economist, and The Wall Street Journal and has recently released the revised version of The Charisma Myth: How Anyone Can Master the Art and Science of Personal Magnetism (Amazon, Bookshop)*. Charisma. We all notice leaders who've got it. Many of us wish we had more of it. Good news though – like so many leadership skills we talk about on this podcast, you can get better at it. In this conversation, Olivia and I explore how almost anyone can improve their charisma. Key Points Charisma is a skill that you can learn and practice. While some people have natural strengths for charisma more so than others, people are not simply born charismatic. Many just start young. You don't have to be naturally outgoing. You can be a very charismatic introvert. Presence + Power + Warmth = Charisma Power is the “Can you move mountains for me?” question. Warmth is the “Would you want to move them for me?” question. Presence is the “Are you aware of which mountains I need moved?” question. A small amount of improvement can make a big difference on how you are perceived. Three quick tips to improve your charisma: Lower the intonation of your voice at the end of your sentences. Reduce how quickly and how often you nod. Pause for two full seconds before you speak. Resources Mentioned The Charisma Myth: How Anyone Can Master the Art and Science of Personal Magnetism by Olivia Fox Cabane (Amazon, Bookshop)* Interview Notes Download my interview notes in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes Six Ways to Recover From a Bad First Impression, with John Corcoran (episode 169) The Way to Make Sense to Others, with Tom Henschel (episode 518) How to Make a Better Impression on Camera, with Mark Bowden (episode 643) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. Go beyond the podcast to find the right ideas and apply them with confidence in Coaching for Leaders Plus.

Reach Out: Please include your email and I will get back to you. Thanks!emersonk78@me.comExcel Still More Journal - AmazonNew GENESIS Daily Bible Devotional!Daily Bible Devotional Series - Amazon3 things to remember as you get back into the routine of Fall:- God goes with you wherever you are.- God gives you what you need for today.- God will use ordinary events to do extraordinary things. 3 questions to ask yourself or discuss with your family:- What will get your best effort this coming Fall season?- What will your kids remember when they look back on this time?- Are we teaching achievement or faithfulness? What matters most?3 simple things you can do:- Pray as a family before setting out on any new day or adventure.- Steal a moment from the world each day to commune with or serve God.- Select a Fruit of the Spirit, pray about it, and feature it for a period of time. 

This episode helps dads understand why they keep reacting the same way — and how to change it without shame or self-hatred.In this conversation, Jey Young and Duncan Rich explore the challenges fathers face in managing stress and emotional regulation. They discuss how societal models of masculinity can lead to feelings of overwhelm and inadequacy among dads. Duncan emphasizes the importance of understanding one's nervous system and adopting a bottom-up approach to emotional regulation, which focuses on bodily awareness rather than cognitive strategies. The discussion also highlights the significance of vulnerability, presence, and the impact of emotional patterns passed down from fathers to sons. Ultimately, the conversation encourages fathers to take responsibility for their emotional well-being and to prioritize self-care as a means of fostering healthier relationships with their children. takeawaysMost dads feel overwhelmed, not angry.Dads want to be patient but often struggle.Emotional patterns from childhood affect fatherhood.Vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness.Stress responses start in the body, not the mind.Co-regulation with others helps manage stress.Children learn emotional regulation from their parents.Self-care is essential for effective parenting.Acknowledging feelings is crucial for connection.Change takes practice and patience.Chapters00:00 Understanding Overwhelm in Fatherhood06:19 The Model of Masculinity and Its Impact11:04 Taking Responsibility for Change16:16 The Bottom-Up Approach to Emotional Regulation22:29 The Importance of Presence and Connection26:37 Navigating Stress and Presence as a Parent29:15 The Challenge of Staying Present in Difficult Moments35:12 Understanding Emotional Patterns Passed from Father to Son43:00 Advice for New Dads: Prioritizing Your Happiness

A woman walks into an ER with chest pain, vertigo, and dizziness. Every test comes back normal—no heart attack, no stroke. Most doctors would discharge her. But Dr. Adam Rizvi asks one question: “What is going on in your life?” And everything unravels. A decade of buried pain, an abandoned commitment, a pattern of abuse she fell back into. With just his presence and willingness to listen, she starts to heal herself. Dr. Rizvi doesn't see himself as a healer—he's a facilitator of love. He's a critical care neurologist who has witnessed deathbed visions, shared death experiences, and spontaneous healings. In this episode, we explore what happens when the body dies, why death is not a failure, and how a loving presence can heal more than words ever could. If you've ever wondered whether consciousness continues, listen closely.0:00 – The Doctor Who Asked One Question 1:26 – I Almost Died 2:11 – Welcome to the Space Between 3:47 – Neurology Meets Spirituality 7:20 – Deathbed Visions in the ICU 9:23 – Consciousness Continues After Death 12:49 – My Father's Death Woke Me Up 17:19 – Death Is Not a Failure 23:44 – Death Reconnects Estranged Families 28:18 – Shared Death Experience 33:21 – Making Death Sacred Again 35:30 – Spontaneous Healing in the ER 40:55 – Seeing Energy Leave the Body 44:47 – Finding Adam Rizvi & Farewell LEARN MORE ABOUT GUEST:https://adamrizvi.com/ Subscribe to my Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/dramyrobbins JOIN MY COMMUNITY In The Space Between membership, you'll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You'll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join! Click here to find out more --> https://shorturl.at/vVrwR Stay Connected: - Instagram - https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc- Facebook - https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9- YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt- Website - https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt Life, Death & the Space Between Dr. Amy RobbinsExploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means. Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death & the Space Between.**Brought to you by:Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive ProducerPodcastize.net | Audio & Video Production | Life, Death, and the Space Between (the "Podcast") is produced and hosted by Dr. Amy Robbins and is made available for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing stated on the Podcast by Dr. Robbins or any guest constitutes psychotherapy, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and listening to the Podcast does not create a psychologist-patient or therapist-client relationship with Dr. Robbins. The views, opinions, statements, and experiences expressed by guests are solely those of the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views of Dr. Robbins or Spiritually Integrated Living, LLC, and their inclusion on the Podcast does not constitute an endorsement, a professional recommendation, or a verification of accuracy. Topics discussed on the Podcast may include grief, death, loss, and other sensitive subjects; listener discretion is advised. The Podcast may from time to time include sponsor messages, advertisements, or affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service through an affiliate link, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. We only accept sponsorships and affiliations we believe are relevant to our audience, but we are not responsible for third-party products or services, and any transaction is solely between you and the third party. All Podcast episodes, including audio, video, artwork, and show notes, are the intellectual property of Spiritually Integrated Living, LLC. You may share links to episodes, but you may not reproduce, redistribute, or use episode content for commercial purposes without our prior written permission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We would love to pray for you! Please send us your requests here. --------Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org. Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

In this episode of Simple Faith, the focus is on how Jesus led and why his leadership remains influential despite never holding political office, commanding an army, owning a company, or writing a book. Drawing from John 10 and the shepherd-and-sheep image, the script highlights that Jesus' leadership began with relationship: the sheep recognize the shepherd's voice because he lived among them, guided them, protected them, and knew them by name. The key idea is that people may comply with authority, but they follow trust, and genuine influence comes from credibility and character rather than manipulation or power. Viewers are encouraged to reflect on whether others know their authority or their heart and to practice the spiritual discipline of presence by giving someone full attention in one conversation today.

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. There is something sacred about the ordinary moments that make up your everyday life. This peaceful affirmation meditation helps you recognize the beauty, meaning, and presence available right where you are. Perfect for mindfulness, gratitude, spiritual growth, contentment, and inner peace. Love,

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Lorraine K. Lee. A LinkedIn Top Voice and author of Unforgettable Presence: Get Seen, Gain Influence, and Catapult Your Career. Hosted by Rushion McDonald, the conversation dives deep into the power of presence, personal branding, and workplace advancement in a digital-first world. Lorraine shares tactical strategies and career-transforming insights from her own corporate journey and bestselling book.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Lorraine K. Lee. A LinkedIn Top Voice and author of Unforgettable Presence: Get Seen, Gain Influence, and Catapult Your Career. Hosted by Rushion McDonald, the conversation dives deep into the power of presence, personal branding, and workplace advancement in a digital-first world. Lorraine shares tactical strategies and career-transforming insights from her own corporate journey and bestselling book.

The Priestly Blessing from Numbers 6 is one of the oldest and most significant passages in all of Scripture. Archaeologists discovered it inscribed on silver scrolls dating back to 600 BC, predating the Dead Sea Scrolls by 400 years. God gave this blessing directly to Moses, instructing the priestly line to speak it over the Israelites before they set out into the wilderness. It outlines five gifts God desires to give every person: protection, presence, favor, peace, and identity. Importantly, this blessing was given before the Israelites had done anything to earn it, which reveals something profound about the nature of God's love. His blessing is not a reward for good behavior. It is a gift freely given through Jesus Christ.One of the most striking details in the passage is that the word 'you' throughout the blessing is singular. Even though it was spoken over an entire nation, God was addressing each person individually. He sees you, knows your name, knows every hair on your head, and knows every hurt in your heart. His face shines toward you with warmth and grace, not with disappointment or a scowl. The peace He promises, captured in the Hebrew word shalom, is not the absence of hardship but the presence of Christ in the middle of it. Just as the Israelites faced real difficulty in the wilderness while God led them with a pillar of cloud and fire, we too can stand in the eye of life's storms and experience a peace that surpasses understanding.God blesses us so that we can be a blessing to others. Just as Abraham was told in Genesis 12 that he would be blessed to be a blessing to all nations, the same calling extends to every believer today. This week, look for opportunities to speak encouragement over a coworker, a friend, or a family member who needs to hear that God sees them and is for them. Write out Numbers 6:24-26 and place it somewhere visible as a daily reminder that you are already approved, already loved, and already called to carry that blessing into the world around you.

"Psalm 91 reminds us that true security isn't found in having control over our circumstances, but in knowing the God who is with us in the middle of them. When fear, uncertainty, and trouble surround us, Scripture invites us to make God our refuge and place our trust in His character. This Psalm gives us a powerful picture of what it means to dwell in God's presence, rest in His protection, and live with confidence because He is faithful. What would change if you truly believed that God is your refuge? In this message, we'll explore Psalm 91 and discover how faith moves us from fear to trust, from anxiety to confidence, and from trying to control everything to resting in the God who holds us. No matter what you're facing, you don't have to face it alone. God is near, He is faithful, and He invites you to find your security in Him. Join us as we open God's Word and learn what it means to trust Him in every season."

Episode #1178 If you want a stronger relationship, take an honest look at your calendar. In this episode of The TPM Show, Tim Matthews and Lawrence Davis explore a simple but revealing question: Do your inputs match the relationship you want to have? Many men hope for more intimacy, deeper connection, and a stronger marriage, yet the way they spend their time often tells a different story. Using the analogy of training for an Ironman, Tim explains why expecting a thriving relationship without consistently investing in it is like expecting to finish a race you never prepared for. Together, he and Lawrence unpack the difference between being physically close and being truly present, showing why quality connection is built through intentional habits rather than occasional grand gestures. The conversation introduces practical frameworks for auditing your calendar, identifying where your time is actually going, and creating more meaningful moments with your partner. They also break down the three types of quality time every relationship needs, the Quality Time Pyramid, and the CHOSEN framework to help men become more intentional, emotionally present, and consistent in how they show up. Whether your relationship feels disconnected or you're simply looking to strengthen an already healthy marriage, this episode offers practical tools you can begin applying immediately. Timestamp Chapters 00:00 Do your relationship inputs match your desired outcomes? 04:26 Why relationships need preparation, not hope 07:31 Auditing your calendar for quality connection 10:18 Presence matters more than proximity 13:07 The three types of quality time 16:05 Building intimacy through consistent connection 20:06 Why emotional courage strengthens relationships 28:17 Stacking positive experiences in your marriage 30:21 The Quality Time Pyramid explained 35:00 The CHOSEN framework for intentional connection 39:05 Three key takeaways for lasting intimacy If you'd like a step-by-step framework for rebuilding connection and understanding what's keeping your relationship stuck, watch the Scales Free Training. The Powerful Man helps men become stronger husbands, fathers, and leaders through practical coaching, emotional resilience, and authentic masculine leadership.

On this episode of Coaching Call, Sifu Rafael welcomes Celeste Moore, Identity and Image Strategist who helps industry leaders, public figures, speakers, and visionaries create a presence that is aligned, authentic, and unforgettable.For more than 20 years, Celeste has helped high-performing entrepreneurs, executives, and public figures understand that image is about far more than what you wear. It communicates who you are before you ever say a word.Celeste's own journey began by learning how to style herself to gain access to influential rooms. Eventually, she discovered an important distinction: dressing for validation isn't the same as showing up from a place of authenticity. That realization transformed her approach and became the foundation of her work.Today, Celeste works with TEDx speakers, luxury brand founders, celebrities, thought leaders, and award-winning CEOs preparing for high-visibility moments, including keynote stages, national media appearances, investor meetings, and major rebrands. Her expertise has been featured in Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and Fox News, and she continues to influence the industry through New York Fashion Week.Join us as we explore identity, image, communication, confidence, and what it really means to walk into a room with presence. When your external image aligns with who you truly are, you don't simply get noticed. You become remembered.Watch on YouTube and subscribe:https://www.youtube.com/@sifurafaeltv?sub_confirmation=1Sifu Rafael is a master instructor and founder of Speaking Prowess, combining communication and leadership to help people unlock their potential with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose.This episode is brought to you by Sifu's Mind Body Method, a lifestyle transformation blending movement, mindset, nutrition, hydration, fasting, journaling, and faith. Learn more at sifumethod.comThat's where connecting with Sifu Rafael matters.Through Speaking Prowess and Sifu's Mind Body Method, Sifu Rafael helps leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts refine their message, command a room, and step onto more stages with clarity and confidence. From podcasts and live shows to keynote stages and curated experiences, he helps people get seen, heard, and positioned as trusted voices in their industry.If you know you're meant to speak, lead, and impact at a higher level, this conversation is your invitation.Visit sifurafael.com to connect, explore speaking opportunities, and start positioning yourself for more stages, stronger presence, and real influence.#coachingcall #sifurafael #identity #presence #personalbranding #communication #leadership

Join your Butch Daily crew as we take a clear‑eyed look at the real benefits and quiet privileges that come with butch identity — the presence, the steadiness, and the cultural truths that shape how we move through the world. We dig into the ways butch culture creates its own form of social capital: the trust people place in us, the competence we cultivate, and the lineage we inherit from generations of queer resilience. This isn't about stereotypes — it's about the lived reality of showing up with integrity, practicality, and a kind of grounded masculinity that makes space for others. We explore what's earned, what's learned, and what's simply true about being butch today. It's a reality check, a celebration, and a reminder of the responsibility of the power and priveledge in being built this way. Support Sawyers Top Surgery Go Fund Me! Read Stone Butch Blues for a historical novel about the development of butch culture. Email us at thebutchdaily@gmail.com

What if your phone is your biggest competition for being a great leader, and you do not even realize it? Brian Biro's two daughters once asked him a question that changed everything.This week Brian joins Jon and Coach Jim for a conversation packed with energy, both literal and figurative. He has delivered over 2,000 presentations, written 16 books, coached Olympic swimmers, and counted John Wooden as a close friend and mentor. His framework for breakthrough leadership comes down to three controllables, and one surprising acronym he calls the WOO.He also tells a story about his father, fourteen years of silence, and the last words he ever heard him say.This one moves fast and hits hard.Connect with Brian: brianbiro.comThe Limitless Leadership Lounge was selected by MillionPodcasts as one of the Top 100 Leadership Development Podcasts in the world: millionpodcasts.com/leadership-development-podcasts

Joshua McDonald: Product Owners Earn Team Loyalty By Showing Up, Learning, And Deciding The Great Product Owner: Vulnerable Enough To Learn The Technical Details Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "I've seen developers be fiercely loyal to their product owner who makes that type of effort." - Joshua McDonald   Joshua describes the great Product Owner as someone who connects with the team even without a technical background. They do not pretend to know everything. Instead, they get into refinement with curiosity, write stories with the developers, and say, "I think this is what needs to be done, but correct me if I'm wrong." That vulnerability creates a strong partnership. Developers see the effort and often respond with loyalty, to the point where they may refuse to continue important discussions without the Product Owner in the room. The lesson is useful for Scrum Masters coaching Product Owners: deep technical expertise is not the entry ticket. Presence, curiosity, and the willingness to learn with the team are what create trust.   Self-reflection Question: How does your Product Owner show the team they are willing to learn the product with them? The Bad Product Owner: The Dependent Note Taker Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "Sometimes you ask the product owner, you're the bus driver, where do you want us to go? And they say, let me go talk with the product manager." - Joshua McDonald   The Product Owner anti-pattern Joshua highlights is the dependent PO: the person who shows up as a note taker rather than a decision maker. This often happens when a Product Manager sits behind the PO and every decision has to be checked elsewhere. The day-to-day symptoms are easy to spot: camera off, muted, disconnected, asking people to repeat questions, missing meetings they scheduled themselves, and leaving the team without timely answers. Joshua's coaching response starts with one-on-ones, support, and curiosity. He asks how they are doing, what support they need, and what signals would help the team see they are engaged. When the product feels too technical, he sits beside them, learns with them, and helps them build confidence instead of leaving them exposed.   Self-reflection Question: Where is your Product Owner dependent on someone else for decisions, and how is that affecting the team?   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

Today, we’re joined by Coby and Cory Cotton of Dude Perfect, who share how a simple idea filmed in a backyard with friends grew into videos watched by millions around the world on YouTube. They reflect on the early days of creating trick shots just for fun, the challenges that came with unexpected success, and a medical emergency that reminded them to slow down and make room for what matters most. Next, we hear from author and grief counselor Jennifer Marshall Bleakley, who shares how losing her golden retriever, Bailey, opened her eyes to the depths of pet grief, the memories that remain, and the love we carry after saying goodbye. Links, Products, and Resources Mentioned: Jesus Calling Podcast Jesus Calling Jesus Always Jesus Listens Past interview: Steve Wohlberg Upcoming interview: Megan Piphus Coby and Cory Cotton of Dude Perfect Bell’s Palsy www.DudePerfect.com Operation Trick Shot Jennifer Marshall Bleakley Paws In His Presence Pawverbs devotional series ww.JenniferBleakley.com Thank You For Loving Me Interview Quotes: “I’ve gone through different seasons in my life where I’ve been more consistent and less consistent, but there is no doubt that meeting with Jesus every single day differentiates someone that just says they’re a believer and someone that actually has a relationship with Jesus.” - Cory Cotton “I wouldn’t trade that experience [of having Bell’s Palsy] for the world, because I think it was really God helping me lean into that dependence on Him.” - Cory Cotton “The only answer for how [Dude Perfect] happened is God, because it doesn’t really make a lot of sense.” - Cory Cotton “The business [Dude Perfect] cannot be healthy unless our friendships are healthy.” - Coby Cotton “I think when I meet with [God] in the morning and try to find the peace in whatever situation that I’m dealing with, and try to center [myself] on what the priority in life really is—if you’re not in the Word, or if you’re not in the devotional that’s pointing you to the Word, I think you’re missing out.” - Cory Cotton “I think God planted the seeds in my heart to see animals as ambassadors of His grace on this planet.” - Jennifer Marshall Bleakley “The world right now can seem a rather harsh place. So many people have been so hurt by other people. How kind of God to sprinkle ambassadors of His grace all across this planet in the form of animals. God is constantly pointing us to animals throughout Scripture, encouraging us to look to the eagle, to look to the lion who He feeds, to look to the ant who’s busy at work.” - Jennifer Marshall Bleakley “Animals are the ones that we can be 100% ourselves with. They show up for us on the good days and the bad days and are as impressed by us when we feel like we have it all together and when we’ve just fallen on our face. I really do think it is a beautiful picture of God’s love and His feelings toward us that we don’t have to try to clean ourselves up to come to Him. He just loves us as we are and just desires for us to be present with Him.” - Jennifer Marshall Bleakley “I discovered firsthand that God is not afraid of our questions and that He will hold us through them.” - Jennifer Marshall Bleakley “I think it’s vitally important for us, especially as believers, to honor the grief that people feel when they’ve lost a pet. It is such a kindness and a gift to hold space for someone who is grieving, to be a compassionate witness and just say, ‘I see you and I’m going to stay here with you in the hurt and in the heavy.’” - Jennifer Marshall Bleakley “Invite people to invite us into their pain and then to weep with them, to stand with them in that pain, to sit with them, and then gently start to walk with them toward the light of healing.” - Jennifer Marshall Bleakley ________________________ Enjoy watching these additional videos from Jesus Calling YouTube channel! Audio Interviews: https://bit.ly/3zvjbK7 Video Interviews: https://bit.ly/4f79RAW Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer: https://bit.ly/4q5iTCx Scripture Series: https://bit.ly/4wAVGKU Celebrity Readings: https://bit.ly/4bIS5BJ Video Devotionals: https://bit.ly/4fG1kFb Sleep Meditations: https://bit.ly/4w0xu37 Shorts: https://bit.ly/3RHFubh ________________________ Connect with Jesus Calling Instagram Facebook Twitter Pinterest YouTube Website TikTok Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.