Podcasts about Quiet

Today we're taking a little road trip — we're driving all the way to Alberta, Canada, to chat with J.S. Nathaniel. J.S. is a dark fiction author who writes gothic and dystopian stories. His work explores emotional resilience and identity through powerful storytelling. His latest book, Dominion of the Divine, is out now. Find out more at: https://jsnathaniel.link/

Today, we're diving into what I call the quiet pivot. The tender, disorienting, and often invisible season between who you've been and who you're becoming, and why it can feel like the loneliest chapter of your life that nobody prepared you for.From the outside, your life may look “perfect”: you've built a real career, a solid reputation, a track record of doing the right things and hitting the right milestones. But inside, there's a whisper you can't quite shake—a quiet knowing that says, this isn't it anymore. Maybe it's the extra moment you need in the car before walking into the office, the promotion that left you more burned out than fulfilled, or that fleeting thought in a meeting: “I don't think I want to be in this room… or this version of my life… anymore.”This episode is about that moment and everything that comes after it.In our culture, we don't really have language or rituals for this internal pivot. There's no LinkedIn announcement for “I'm quietly outgrowing my old self,” no roadmap for “my life looks great but something feels off and I don't know why.” And because the people who love you are often deeply invested in the version of you they know, this season can feel profoundly isolating—even when nothing is “wrong” on the outside.In this episode, I'm sharing why this season can feel so confronting when there's no big external crisis to point to, and why that doesn't mean you're ungrateful, broken, or self-sabotaging: it means you're growing. I talk about the quiet “whisper” that something isn't right as an invitation to listen, not a problem to fix, and how high-achieving women often try to outrun it with more optimisation, better routines, or forced gratitude. We'll explore the role of embodiment and your nervous system in navigating this foggy in-between, and how to honour what you're feeling without collapsing into guilt because “others have it worse.”I also speak to the power of community in this tender season and why you don't have to figure it out alone. This is the deeper work I support women with inside Pivot Pathfinders, my mastermind for those navigating a career or life pivot who want support with mindset, embodiment, and practical strategy.If you're sitting inside a life that looks fine on the outside but no longer fits who you're becoming, this conversation is here to remind you: you're allowed to leave something good for something truer. This season isn't a dead end; it's a corridor. The woman you're becoming isn't a stranger. she's more of the real you.To explore Pivot Pathfinders and see if it's the right fit, you can book an exploration call here:https://cal.com/siobhan-barnes/pivot-pathfinders-mastermind For all the show notes and links mentioned in this episode, head over to:https://siobhanbarnes.com/146 

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Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalm 91:11 — Jesus, Assign Your Angels Over My Day and Guard My Mind From the Weight I Carry Recorded Live from London, England Brazil • Chile • Mexico • Argentina • Spain Psalm 91:11 (NIV): “He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.” Salmo 91:11: “Ele dará ordens aos Seus anjos… para o guardarem em todos os seus caminhos.” Psalm 23 Anchor (EN/PT-BR): “He makes me lie down in green pastures.” “Ele me faz repousar em pastos verdes.” Isaiah 26:3 (NIV): “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast.” Isaías 26:3: “Tu guardarás em perfeita paz aquele cuja mente está firme em Ti.” angelic covering • peace of mind • steady guidance cobertura angelical • paz da mente • direção firme Jesus, as the morning rises across Brasil, Chile, México, Argentina, España, and into every home listening from London outward across the world, we turn our hearts to You again. Jesus, Jesús, Jesus — place Your covering over this day. Let every step, every moment, every responsibility, every unseen battle be surrounded by Your strength. Speak peace where the mind feels heavy. Speak clarity where confusion tries to grow. Speak rest where the heart feels tired before the day has even begun. Your Word promises that You command Your angels to guard us in all our ways. So we receive that now. Guard our minds from the thoughts that run too fast. Guard our hearts from the fear that tries to return. Guard our homes, our workspaces, our families, our moments of weakness. Jesus, Tu cuidas de mim. Jesus, Tú envías tu protección. Let Your presence build a shield that nothing can break. “He makes me lie down in green pastures.” “Ele me faz repousar em pastos verdes.” Lead us, Jesus, into inner rest even while the world demands more than we feel we have. Quiet the noise inside us. Let Your peace fill the spaces where worry has tried to settle. Let perfect peace — paz perfeita, paz verdadera — meet every listener right now. And as we keep our minds on You, steady us. Fix our thoughts on Your faithfulness. Strengthen our resolve to trust You with what we cannot control. Let Your angels go before us. Let Your peace hold us. Let Your love carry us through the weight of this day. Jesus, guide us with a gentle hand and guard us with a mighty one. Psalm 91 angel protection, oração Salmo 91 anjos, Jesus guarda minha mente, Jesús oración de paz, Isaiah 26 perfect peace, Salmo 23 pastos verdes, dailyprayer.uk Reverend Ben Cooper, oração da manhã proteção, 9AM devotional Jesus, morning angel covering prayer Psalm 91 angels guard • proteção angelical oração • Jesús Jesus paz mente • Isaiah 26 perfect peace • Salmo 23 pastos verdes descanso • Chile México Argentina Spain Brazil devotional • London England prayer • dailyprayer.ukSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 184 countries and 2,968 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network. This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month? Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it. You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.com. Together, we can keep prayer moving across the world. To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.uk. Buy me a Coffee

Send us your feedback — we're listeningRecorded Live from London, England Brazil • Mexico • Chile • Spain • Cuba Psalm 91:1 — Jesus, Cover My Midnight Hours Under Your Shadow and Break Every Fear Rising in the Dark Psalm 91:1 (NIV): “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” Salmo 91:1: “Aquele que habita no abrigo do Altíssimo descansa à sombra do Todo-Poderoso.” Psalm 23 Anchor (EN/PT-BR): “The Lord is my Shepherd; I lack nothing.” “O Senhor é o meu Pastor; nada me faltará.” Luke 10:19 (NIV): “I have given you authority… to overcome all the power of the enemy.” Lucas 10:19: “Eu lhes dei autoridade… para vencer todo o poder do inimigo.” protective shadow • courage rising • midnight rest sombra protetora • coragem crescente • descanso da madrugada In this midnight hour, as the world around us quiets and fears try to rise, we turn to You, Jesus. Across London, across Brazil, México, Chile, España, Cuba, across every home listening in the stillness — we speak Your name. Jesus, Jesús, Jesus — You are the One who covers us with peace. You stand between us and every shadow that tries to whisper worry into the night. Under Your wings we rest. Under Your shadow we breathe again. Lord, Your Word says that whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. Tonight we choose that shelter. We choose that shadow. We step out of fear and step into Your refuge. Jesus, break every rising anxiety. Quiet every racing thought. Push back the darkness that tries to creep in when the world is silent. Let Your peace settle like soft grace over the heart. “The Lord is my Shepherd; I lack nothing.” “O Senhor é o meu Pastor; nada me faltará.” Jesús, Tú eres mi Pastor. Jesus, You are my Shepherd in the night. Strengthen the one who feels overwhelmed. Calm the one who cannot sleep. Steady the one who fears tomorrow. Remind every heart listening right now that You — Jesus, Jesús, Jesus — have given authority to overcome every work of the enemy. No fear can stand. No threat can linger. No darkness can remain where Your presence rests. Jesus, cover this midnight hour. Fill this room, this heart, this mind with Your shadow of protection. Let rest come. Let courage rise. Let Your peace rule. And let the night be carried by Your faithful love. Psalm 91 prayer, oração Salmo 91 proteção, midnight prayer Jesus, Luke 10 authority prayer, Psalm 23 Shepherd prayer, oração da madrugada, Jesus proteção noite, dailyprayer.uk Reverend Ben Cooper, oração para dormir, Jesus calma meu coração Psalm 91 shelter • sombra protetora oração • midnight Jesus prayer • Luke 10 authority • Psalm 23 Shepherd • proteção noite Brasil • Jesus Jesús prayer bilingual • London England devotional • dailyprayer.ukSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 184 countries and 2,968 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network. This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month? Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it. You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.com. Together, we can keep prayer moving across the world. To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.uk. Buy me a Coffee

How does it feel to work for a leader who shows up late, unprepared, and scatterbrained? Most people won't say anything. But they feel it. In this episode of Restauranttopia, we unpack a leadership trait that rarely gets applause but deeply impacts culture, morale, and performance: Organization. Anthony calls it “invisible leadership.” And when it's missing? It becomes a tax on your team. Showing up late becomes contagious. Meetings without clarity waste time. Vague expectations create frustration. Your team compensates for your lack of structure. If you don't bring clarity, they bring confusion. No one thanks you for being organized. But they feel it when you're not. Clarity is kindness. Clear agendas. Clear expectations. Clear follow-ups. When structure is present, teams feel safe and steady. Anthony drops a powerful concept: Disorganization is a tax on your team. When employees constantly chase unclear direction, they burn energy solving problems that shouldn't exist. And that leads to: Frustration Eye rolls Quiet disengagement Eventually… turnover If your original message is fuzzy, the final message will be chaos. Disorganized leadership distorts communication before it even starts. Strong organization: Reduces micromanagement Reduces rework Reduces emotional volatility Great leaders are the eye of the hurricane. Whether it's: A slammed dinner service A Michelin review day A labor crisis Organization creates calm under pressure. Chaos at the top creates chaos everywhere. You can't hold people accountable to unclear expectations. Practical example discussed: Post-meeting recap emails Assigned action items Clear ownership Built-in follow-up systems Anthony shares his “Follow-Up Folder” system — a simple but powerful way to ensure nothing falls through the cracks. Because leadership isn't about remembering everything. It's about building systems so you don't have to. Being late and unprepared sends a message. Consistency builds trust. Organization reduces micromanagement. Clarity prevents resentment. Systems make you a better leader than memory ever will. Your team judges you by your structure. And maybe most importantly: Your people won't tell you you're disorganized. They'll just feel it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us your feedback — we're listeningRomans 15:13 — Jesus, Fill My Final Hour With Hope, Peace, and the Quiet Assurance That You Hold My Tomorrow - Recorded Live from London, England — with Reverend Ben Cooper Romans 15:13 (NIV) — “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him.” Romanos 15:13 — “Que o Deus da esperança os encha de alegria e paz ao confiarem nEle.” Hebrews 10:23 (NIV) — “Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful.” Hebreus 10:23 — “Apeguemo-nos com firmeza à esperança, pois Aquele que prometeu é fiel.” esperança viva • paz suave • fidelidade eterna — living hope, gentle peace, eternal faithfulness esperança viva • paz suave • fidelidade eterna — living hope, soft peace, eternal faithfulness As night deepens across London, Brazil, Cuba, Mexico, Spain, and every nation listening, this final hour gathers every emotion of the day — the victories, the worries, the unanswered spaces, the quiet wrestlings of the heart. But into this hour, Romans 15:13 shines with a promise that cannot fade: the God of hope fills us, sustains us, and steadies us as trust rises in the dark. Jesus, fill this final hour. Let Your hope move softly through every weary place. Let Your peace rest on every anxious thought. Let Your presence — Tua presença, Jesús, Jesus — become the gentle light that settles the night. Let trust grow where fear has lived. Let assurance rise where uncertainty has spoken too loudly. For every listener carrying burdens into this hour — lighten them. For the one who feels alone — surround them. For the one whose hope feels thin — strengthen it. For the one who fears tomorrow — whisper courage. You are faithful — fiel para sempre. You hold every tomorrow — Tú sostienes mi mañana. Your peace is not fragile — Tua paz é eterna. Jesus, eu entrego meu amanhã a Ti. Jesús, entrego mi mañana a Ti. Jesus, I place tomorrow in Your hands. Let this final hour close with a deep breath of trust. Let the heart rest in Your eternal faithfulness. And let hope — living hope, unwavering hope — rise quietly into the night. Romans 15:13 prayer, oração esperança noite, night hope devotional, Hebrews 10:23 faithfulness prayer, Brazilian Portuguese devotional, Reverend Ben Cooper London, dailyprayer.uk paz suave noite, Jesus esperanza oración, esperança viva oração, tomorrow in God's hands prayer Romans 15:13 devotional • esperança viva oração • night peace prayer • Hebreus 10 fidelidade • Brazilian Portuguese night devotional • Jesús esperanza • London England prayer broadcast • dailyprayer.ukSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 184 countries and 2,968 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network. This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month? Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it. You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.com. Together, we can keep prayer moving across the world. To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.uk. Buy me a Coffee

Send us your feedback — we're listeningMatthew 11:28 — Jesus, Quiet My Mind This Morning and Lift the Weight I Carry Into the Day Ahead Recorded Live from London, England — with Reverend Ben Cooper Matthew 11:28 (NIV) — “Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Mateus 11:28 — “Venham a Mim, todos os que estão cansados e sobrecarregados, e Eu lhes darei descanso.” Isaiah 26:3 (NIV) — “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast.” Isaías 26:3 — “Tu guardarás em perfeita paz aquele cuja mente está firme em Ti.” descanso profundo • calma mental • paz que governa — deep rest, mental calm, ruling peace descanso profundo • calma mental • paz que governa — deep rest, calm mind, governing peace As the morning settles across London and across every home listening worldwide, Jesus speaks the most tender words a weary heart can hear: “Come to Me.” This is not a command to perform but an invitation to release. Morning voices often rush in — responsibility, pressure, fear, the noise of yesterday reaching into today — but in this hour, the voice of Jesus is stronger, calmer, nearer. Lord, You know the burdens carried into this day — the worries that rise early, the expectations that feel heavy, the tasks waiting ahead. You call us not to hide the weight but to bring it to You. You promise rest — descanso profundo — where anxiety loses its grip and peace begins to lead the mind. Align our thoughts with Your truth. Hold our thinking steady when it tries to scatter. Let Isaiah 26:3 become real inside us: a perfect peace that governs the inner world even when the outer world feels demanding. Quiet the storms within. Slow the racing thoughts. Heal the tired places. Speak peace over responsibilities, relationships, work, and unseen struggles. Jesus, I come to You now — Eu venho a Ti, Jesus. Entrego este peso. Peço Tua paz perfeita. (Jesus, I come to You. I lay down this weight. I ask for Your perfect peace.) Let this morning become a refuge. Let Your rest settle on the heart. Let Your peace take the lead. And let the weight carried into this day be lifted by the One who never grows weary. Matthew 11:28 prayer, oração descanso manhã, morning devotional peace, Isaiah 26:3 mind peace, Brazilian Portuguese devotional, Reverend Ben Cooper London, dailyprayer.uk manhã calma, oração entregar peso, perfect peace scripture, oração descanso profundo Matthew 11:28 devotional • perfect peace prayer • oração descanso profundo • Isaiah 26 confiança • Brazilian Portuguese morning prayer • entrega e descanso • London England prayer broadcast • dailyprayer.ukSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 184 countries and 2,968 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network. This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month? Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it. You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.com. Together, we can keep prayer moving across the world. To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.uk. Buy me a Coffee

Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalm 23:1 — Jesus, Be My Shepherd Tonight and Restore the Quiet Places of My Soul Recorded Live from London, England — with Reverend Ben Cooper Psalm 23:1 (NIV) — “The Lord is my Shepherd; I lack nothing.” Salmo 23:1 — “O Senhor é o meu Pastor; nada me faltará.” John 10:11 (NIV) — “I am the Good Shepherd. The Good Shepherd lays down His life for the sheep.” João 10:11 — “Eu sou o Bom Pastor. O Bom Pastor dá a Sua vida pelas ovelhas.”alma restaurada • cuidado suave • descanso da noite — restored soul, gentle care, night rest cuidado suave • alma restaurada • descanso da noite — gentle care, restored soul, night rest As evening settles across London and radiates outward to Brazil, Cuba, Mexico, Europe, Asia, and every home listening, a deeper quiet begins to rise. This is the hour when the soul wants rest but often carries the noise of the entire day. Yet into this moment, Jesus speaks as the Good Shepherd — the One who restores, guides, carries, protects, and watches over the heart through the night. Psalm 23:1 declares a truth that anchors every weary place: the Lord is my Shepherd; I lack nothing. Not because the day was easy, but because His presence is enough. His care is steady. His voice is gentle. His protection is real. Jesus, shepherd my soul tonight. Restore what the day has drained. Calm the inner world. Speak peace where worry has settled. Let Your presence — Tua presença, Jesus — fill the places that feel thin or tired. Let Your guidance replace confusion. Let Your goodness quiet the fear of tomorrow. For the one who feels alone — gather them. For the one who feels overwhelmed — steady them. For the one whose heart aches — comfort them. For the one whose strength is fading — carry them. Jesus, eu descanso em Ti esta noite. Tu és meu Pastor. Nada me faltará. (Jesus, I rest in You tonight. You are my Shepherd. I will not lack.) Let every listener feel the nearness of Your shepherding love. Let Your peace settle gently on their heart. Let Your goodness guard their night. And let Your presence restore the quiet places of their soul. Psalm 23 prayer, oração Pastor Bom, evening soul restoration, John 10:11 Good Shepherd, Brazilian Portuguese devotional, Reverend Ben Cooper London, dailyprayer.uk descanso da noite, oração alma restaurada, Jesus meu Pastor oração, cuidado suave oração Psalm 23 devotional • Bom Pastor oração • evening rest prayer • João 10 restauração • Brazilian Portuguese night prayer • descanso da alma • London England prayer broadcast • dailyprayer.ukSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 184 countries and 2,968 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network. This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month? Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it. You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.com. Together, we can keep prayer moving across the world. To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.uk. Buy me a Coffee

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(00:00-23:58) Blues analyst and friend of the show, Joey Vitale joins us up early on the west coast. Joey talking about the trade deadline and the business side of hockey. Parayko shocked about what's going on at the deadline. Were the rumors intentionally leaked to put pressure on Parayko? No movement clauses. Still expecting Justin Faulk to be moved. Binnington still an attractive piece and Joel Hofer looks like the goalie of the future.(24:06-32:26) Drops of the Week. Audio of an Opening Day Mike Francesa supercut.(32:36-56:17) Joined by Andy "Scoops" Strickland. Pronger's Twitter game. When will the Blues make a move and what players does he see possibly being traded? Thomas's first time dealing with trade rumors. Binnington traded today: yes or no? Quiet on the Kyrou front. TSN Trade Tracker.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston joins the show to discuss why this year's NHL Trade Deadline was so quiet, which team made the biggest splash, how the Leafs fared in their trading of Bobby McMann and Scott Laughton, and what a successful remainder of the season would look like in Toronto.

War rarely begins with a single decision; it grows from motives, misreads, and momentum. We sit down with Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson to map how a promised era of “no new wars” gave way to a high-stakes confrontation with Iran that could redraw the strategic landscape. He unpacks an unsettling mix of incentives—profit for well-connected investors, donor appeasement, and domestic distraction—that, layered atop alliance politics with Israel, pushed Washington onto an escalation ladder with few exit ramps. We walk through the hard realities of deterrence, from Netanyahu's saber-rattling and nuclear ambiguity to the very real prospect of great-power entanglement. If a nuclear-armed state strikes a non-nuclear Iran, global norms shatter and condemnation surges, while Russia and China, already tightening ties to Tehran, weigh their leverage. Wilkerson explains why even “limited” nuclear use becomes a civilization-scale risk once the United States, Russia, and China—each with thousands of advanced warheads—are forced into a confrontational posture. That alone should demand humility and restraint. Beyond headlines about missiles and speeches, the logistics are grim. Iran's layered strategy of cheap drones and rockets is designed to drain expensive Patriot and naval interceptors, opening windows for heavier strikes. Maritime chokepoints—Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb—become economic pressure valves, where selective disruption could upend oil flows, food shipments, and global trade. Quiet diesel-electric submarines operating in the acoustically favorable North Arabian Sea complicate any escort mission and raise the chance of a sudden, costly loss. And talk of U.S. ground forces? A recipe for a grinding, urban-and-mountain war that repeats the most painful lessons of Iraq and Afghanistan. We close on the long tail: how mass casualties, perceived impunity, and widening fronts unify otherwise divided communities, supercharge extremist recruitment, and tempt desperate states toward nuclear proliferation. Power isn't just force; it's legitimacy, alliances, and foresight. If we want stability, we have to rebuild credibility with clear aims, disciplined strategy, and diplomacy that matches the stakes. If this conversation moved you, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review with your biggest question about de-escalation—we'll tackle it in a future show.

In this message, Pastor Lonnie emphasizes how, in a world full of constant noise and distractions, Lent calls us to choose something different: silence. Not just the absence of sound, but a deeper stillness where we can listen to our own thoughts and hear God's voice.    As Fox River prepares to celebrate 25 years as a congregation, this season feels especially meaningful. Lent isn't just a time to reflect on the past; it's also a time to prepare. We remember Jesus' forty days in the wilderness. It was not a time of defeat but of strengthening and clarity. Similarly, the wilderness seasons in our own lives, and even this milestone in our church's journey, may be shaping us for what lies ahead.    As we look toward the next 25 years, we do so with confidence. The same faithful God who has brought us this far continues to lead us forward. The wilderness is not the end of the story. Resurrection is on the horizon.

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For most of our lives we have been told that victory in weight loss looks like more willpower, more discipline, and more self-control. But that definition is exhausting and most definitely not sustainable. In this week's episode, I'll teach you how to redefine victory and the step-by-step approach of what that can look like in your everyday life (even with a job and kids!) This week's recipe is Black Bean and Potato Breakfast Burritos.  Schedule a visit today at www.bodymetrixhealth.com.

Right now many people are feeling battered by decisions made by those in power while the rest of us are expected to simply absorb the consequences. For thoughtful introverts this can create deep stress, clouded thinking, and a painful sense of disempowerment meaning we struggle to know where to place our energy. In this episode I challenge that narrative. Drawing on Viktor Frankl's idea of inner freedom, I explore how we reclaim our agency by choosing our response, our attitude, and our actions. We may not control global events or organisational decisions, but we always retain authority over who we choose to be. When we act with courage, compassion, and quiet resolve, we refuse to be anyone's patsy.   Key Points

This strategy has been hiding in plain sight the whole time. In this episode of the Ideal Investor Show, Leo Young shares why mobile home parks outperform other investments during recessions, and more. EnjoyFREE 90 Day Guide - https://cutt.ly/ptcQd1y2Get ahead of the 97% and read this episode's takeaway - https://idealwealthgrower.substack.com/p/the-quiet-investment-that-2x-in-5-yrs***Freebie from Leo - https://tinyurl.com/mhpcourse***WHO IS AXEL?  A business consultant. A real estate investor. A mentor. Avid Tesla fan & investor. AI in the Age of Abundance thought leader. His wife's gardener.

In this special episode, Amoda Maa shares selected passages from her book Unveiling the Light of Being, including reflections from the introduction, "The Direct Path," guided meditative inquiry, and later chapters such as "Living as a Prayer" and "A Deeper Knowing of Presence." Through clear and compassionate pointers, she invites listeners into the simple recognition of being — a meditation without method, a resting as awareness itself. These readings point directly to the end of separation and the unveiling of our true nature. The episode also includes brief dialogue and questions from participants on surrender, conditioning, and the maturation of spiritual understanding. Awakening is not something to attain. It is the recognition of what has always been here.

Escape into a fully immersive 10-hour remastered nature soundscape designed for deep sleep, relaxation, focus, and stress relief. This high-quality ambient recording delivers soothing natural white noise to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, improve concentration, meditate more deeply, reduce anxiety, and block distracting background noise. Whether you're listening to calming rain, ocean waves, forest streams, birds, wind, thunderstorms, waterfalls, or peaceful nighttime ambience, each extended uninterrupted episode creates a tranquil atmosphere perfect for insomnia relief, studying, mindfulness, yoga, work, or simply unwinding after a long day. Press play, relax your mind, and let the steady rhythm of nature guide you into restorative sleep and calm focus.

Good Daughtering: The Work You've Always Done, the Credit You've Never Gotten, and How to Finally Feel Like Enough by Allison M. Alford PhD Daughtering101.com https://www.amazon.com/Good-Daughtering-Always-Credit-Finally/dp/0063436426 A transformative look at the hidden work of all adult daughters who share the invisible load, from the eldest to the youngest, offering a fresh perspective on care, emotional resilience, and the power daughters have to shape healthier, more fulfilling family connections. For readers of both Susan Cain's Quiet and Eve Rodsky's Fair Play. Daughters grow up believing their role in the family is simple: love your parents, help out when you can, and carry on the traditions that bind families together. But adulthood reveals a more complicated reality—one where women take on the invisible labor of emotional support, crisis management, and unspoken expectations that leave them feeling stretched thin and unseen. So, what is “daughtering”? It's the unpaid, invisible work women do to hold a family together—checking in, stepping up, and smoothing over—without ever considering its cost. In Good Daughtering, Dr. Allison M. Alford—a leading researcher in family communication—unpacks the untold story of adult daughters and the quiet, essential work they do. Drawing on years of groundbreaking research and personal interviews, she explores how societal expectations, gender roles, and generational dynamics shape the experiences of daughters in ways that are often misunderstood or overlooked. Whether navigating generational expectations or balancing their own lives with the needs of their parents, Good Daughtering reveals the complexities of a role too often taken for granted. Daughters are the ones who do the planning and saving for their futures and those of their families, and support parents emotionally and practically as they age. This book speaks directly to eldest daughters who become family anchors, and the middle and youngest daughters who take on different, but no less important, obligations and responsibilities of being a good daughter. Using sharp insights, relatable stories, and actionable tools, Dr. Alford invites women to reflect on their relationships, recalibrate their roles, and reclaim joy in their lives. Whether you're paying the price for Eldest Daughter Syndrome or find yourself doing the work of caring for parents without recognition, it's time to make your efforts visible and valued. More than a prescriptive guide, Good Daughtering is the long-overdue recognition of daughters who carry the weight in a family. It's a roadmap for creating relationships that are not just functional but flourishing. This is the book every daughter deserves: an invitation to be seen, valued, and empowered in her role while honoring her own needs and desires. About the author Dr. Allison Alford is a researcher and author whose work brings visibility to the often-overlooked experiences of women—especially the family and social roles that tend to go unnoticed or underappreciated. Her current focus is on daughtering, a term she uses to describe the invisible labor and emotional work adult daughters provide in support and care of their families. Through her writing and speaking engagements, Dr. Alford shines a light on this powerful role, encouraging audiences to rethink what it means to be a woman in today's world. With a warm, relatable approach, she blends personal stories, academic insight, and cultural critique into compelling talks and essays that invite meaningful reflection. Learn more about her work and explore resources for adult daughters on her socials.

What does it actually take to live as your authentic self — especially when it costs you friendships, comfort, and approval?In this episode of Common Denominator, I sit down with Kayla Schreibstein for a deeply honest conversation about identity, courage, belonging, and what it means to stand for who you are when it would be easier to blend in.Kayla shares her journey growing up disconnected from her Jewish identity, the moment October 7th forced her to confront who she really was, and the heartbreak of losing close friendships over deeply held beliefs. We talk about what it means to choose authenticity over people-pleasing, why community matters more than ever, and how showing up publicly can become a source of healing — not just for yourself, but for others.We explore faith, culture, boundaries, fear, self-doubt, and the pressure young women feel to stay quiet or agreeable. This episode is about finding your voice, owning your story, and realizing that purpose doesn't come from validation — it comes from alignment.This conversation is a reminder that you don't reach your full potential until you stop hiding who you are.In this episode, you'll learn: - Why authenticity often comes at a personal cost- How losing friends can clarify who you really are- What it means to own your identity publicly- Why community is the antidote to isolation- How self-doubt shows up — even in confident people- Why people-pleasing keeps you stuck- How young women can step into their voice and power- Why purpose matters more than money or approvalFollow Kayla Schreibstein: https://www.instagram.com/kay_schreibsFriends of Kayla podcast: https://linktr.ee/friendsofkaylaFriends of Kayla instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friendsofkaylaTimestamps:00:00 – Choosing purpose over chasing money01:00 – Rejecting identity and the fear of being different03:00 – October 7th and losing close friendships06:30 – Agreeing to disagree — and when it fails09:00 – Division, narrative, and the cost of hatred12:00 – Building community through culture and tradition14:30 – Showing up publicly despite fear16:30 – Women, confidence, and self-doubt18:30 – Boundaries, people-pleasing, and personal freedom20:30 – Final reflections on authenticity and growthLike this episode? Leave a review here:https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominator

Healing Hierarchy Distortion Healing Hierarchy Distortion is a maladaptive relational cognitive–affective pattern in which one partner attributes interpretive, moral, or psychological authority to themselves based on perceived advancement in personal development, thereby establishing implicit hierarchical asymmetry within the intimate bond — despite the fact that inner truth unfolds uniquely, nonlinearly, and without universal roadmap. 

Send a textA town can rise on paper before it stands in wood and stone. We follow Wilburn, a near-forgotten settlement in south central Ford County, from the bright moment it earned a federal post office in 1885 to the slow fade that followed when the railroad curved away. With clear eyes and a storyteller's care, we piece together how a petition by Charles P. Brown and the steady hands of postmaster Lewis P. Horton briefly stitched Wilburne to the national fabric—and how one routing decision redirected commerce, families, and memory itself.We explore why a post office meant power on the frontier, serving as the seal of legitimacy for prairie communities across Kansas. Mail linked people to markets, news, and each other, turning crossroads into communities and hope into plans. Then we pull back to the larger map: the iron rails that chose Meade and Minneola over Wilburn, the unforgiving calculus of grades and costs, and the ripple effects that followed. Stores thinned, expectations ebbed, and by 1914 the post office closed and its duties moved to Fowler, leaving only traces of a once-confident future in the dust.Along the way, we challenge how we define history and who earns a place in it. For every Dodge City that looms large in legend, there are countless Wilburns' that shaped daily life, agriculture, and migration but slipped from view when the trains didn't stop. By centering the lives and choices of Brown and Horton, we honor the people who wagered on geography and grit, and we read their story as a guide to present-day infrastructure decisions—whether rails, highways, or broadband—that still decide which towns thrive and which fade. Subscribe, share with a history-loving friend, and leave a review to keep these quiet stories alive.Support the showIf you'd like to buy one or more of our fully illustrated dime novel publications, you can click the link I've included.

In this episode, we dive into a conversation that feels deeply personal—especially if you're in a season of striving, questioning, or quietly wondering, Is this it? Inspired by Colette's recent reading of A Million Miles in a Thousand Years, we reflect on success, purpose, and why even the seasons that look “good” from the outside can feel surprisingly disorienting and exhausting.We lean into the uncomfortable middle—the stretch where you've worked hard for something but still feel unsure of what's next. We talk about the younger parts of ourselves that flare up when plans don't unfold as expected, the urge to pull back when it all feels like too much, and the realization that joy may not come from avoiding struggle—but from staying in it long enough to be changed. Episode Highlights: [0:03] – We're back on the mic and jumping straight into existential midlife questions.[1:01] – Colette shares how reading A Million Miles in a Thousand Years sparked a deeper reflection on what makes a life “well lived.”[5:13] – The power of story: Are we meant to attain something—or be transformed by the search?[8:59] – Familiarity as the greatest seducer: Why we stay stuck even in “comfortable” unhappiness.[10:56] – Laura opens up about meeting a young, entitled part of herself when life doesn't go according to plan.[15:02] – Coaching yourself through emotional overwhelm: movement, naming feelings, and creating space.[18:30] – The fear of making the wrong choice—and why meaning matters more than accolades.[24:40] – Forcing yourself into growth: committing before you feel ready (TEDx talks, book deals, Machu Picchu).[27:13] – The marathon as metaphor: Laura's renewed commitment to the New York City Marathon and doing hard things differently.[31:35] – Why suffering may actually be the pathway to joy.[33:49] – When you want to quit everything: the difference between discernment and hiding.[35:30] – Our closing thesis: Happiness isn't eliminating obstacles—it's being willing to stay in the game.If today's discussion resonated with you or sparked curiosity, please rate, follow, and share "Insights from the Couch" with others. Your support helps us reach more people and continue providing valuable insights. Here's to finding our purposes and living a life full of meaning and joy. Stay tuned for more!Ever stayed quiet to keep the peace and felt yourself disappear? The Cost of Quiet is for anyone who avoids conflict and pays the price. Reclaim your voice, strengthen your relationships, and experience real peace. Order your copy and join the movement: https://www.colettejanefehr.com/new-book

Allen and RD try Quiet Professional, an oatmeal stout by Armor Brewing out of Allen Texas.7% ABVCheers!#beer #craftbeerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strikeout-beer--2992189/support.

Announcement: The LINE TIME crew will be in residence during the Sou'wester Arts Week this month in beautiful Seaview, Washington. If you're in the area, we'll be offering a LINE TIME LIVE event on the evening of Saturday, March 14. Also that day you can drop by our installation on the Sou'wester grounds, where you can draw and hang your art in an expanding gallery. This ep was recorded in a living room in Portland, Oregon by and with:Writer/narrator (and episode artwork): Lettie Jane RennekampMusician: Sanae YamadaProducer: Breesa CulverEngineer: Jason PowersGuest artist: Raf SpielmanIf you enjoyed the show, consider leaving us a tip or buying Overflow bonus eps and sticker packs at coff.ee/linetime.We love to see what you make. Share your drawings on Instagram and tag us @linetimepodcast or email artwork, feedback, and special requests to linetimepodcast@gmail.com.Support the show

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia is the most common leukemia in adults, yet its earliest warning sign often hides in plain sight. Monoclonal B cell lymphocytosis, or MBL, affects millions of adults who may never know they carry this precursor to CLL. In this episode of Tomorrow's Cure from Mayo Clinic, host Cathy Wurzer talks with hematologist Dr. Sameer Parikh and researchers Dr. Susan Slager and Dr. Gerald Marti about how MBL was discovered, what it reveals about inherited risk, and why it matters for infections, second cancers and long term health. The conversation explores how large population studies at Mayo Clinic, advanced genomics, and emerging tools like artificial intelligence and liquid biopsy could change when and how CLL is found, monitored and treated. Listeners will also hear candid discussion about ethics, anxiety and watchful waiting, and how Mayo Clinic's PreCure initiative is rethinking cancer prevention clinics for people living with early warning signs in their blood. How to listen and stay connected:• Subscribe to Tomorrow's Cure on your favorite podcast app and follow the show so you never miss an episode.• Get the latest health information from Mayo Clinic's experts—subscribe to Mayo Clinic's newsletter for free today: ⁠https://mayocl.in/3EcNPNc⁠ Connect with Mayo Clinic:• Like Mayo Clinic on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mayoclinic/⁠Follow • Mayo Clinic on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mayoclinic/⁠Follow • Mayo Clinic on X (formerly Twitter): ⁠https://x.com/MayoClinic⁠Follow • Mayo Clinic on Threads: ⁠https://www.threads.net/@mayoclinic

On this episode I talk about my “quiet season”.

Pastor Matt continues our "Altered" series with today's message, The Power of Quiet Contentment. We will learn how King David experienced contentment like a weaned baby, and how we can, too.  —ACC Website: http://www.arundelcc.org/Give Online: https://arundelcc.churchcenter.com/giving---CCLI License #1588415

As Trump continues to flout international law and doubles down on the war on Iran, the regime names Ayatollah Khamenei's successor. But the question is can regime change actually be achieved?Jules and Jez also talk about the spat that broke up the 25-year partnership of shock jock Kyle and Jackie-O. And Jez sings the praises of the Quiet Queers - introverts who showed up to Mardi Gras on couches with bookJulia Baird and Jeremy Fernandez chat about the stories you're obsessed with, the stuff you've missed and the things that matter. Episodes drop every Wednesday afternoon. We want to hear from you! Join the conversation and email the show at notstupid@abc.net.au

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about Marco Rubio silencing the press by explaining how Iran had been secretly stockpiling ballistic missiles for a plan to attack US sites; JD Vance explaining to Fox News' Jesse Watters why Iran hasn't felt the full unleashed power of the United States; Megyn Kelly and Tucker Carlson practically reading off the same script to blame Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel for forcing America into launching attacks and starting a war with Iran; "The View's" Elisabeth Hasselbeck getting Whoopi Goldberg and Ana Navarro to actually go silent as she shows them proof of what life was like for Iranian women before and after the Iranian Revolution; "The View's" Sara Haines reminding Sunny Hostin that it's not only Republicans who haven't gotten approval from congress before going to war; a resurfaced clip of CNN's Jake Tapper criticizing Barack Obama for appearing to pay Iran $400 million in ransom money for the freeing of hostages; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: MASA Chips - MASA's chips contain just three ingredients: organic nixtamalized corn, sea salt, and 100% grass-fed beef tallow. That's it. No seed oils, no mystery chemicals, just real food. Ready to give MASA or Vandy a try? Get 25% off your first order. Go to http://masachips.com/RUBIN and use code RUBIN.

In this episode of Rising Anxieties, Mariann Sullivan delves into the shifting landscape of the meat industry, where giants in the animal-abuse industry are quietly investing in plant-protein startups while publicly supporting beef. Join us for a witty yet insightful examination of the meat industry’s latest moves. This episode explores: Investment in plant-based startups amidst their beef promotions. The changing politics…

What does self-care really look like when you are scaling fast, raising four kids, and carrying the weight of other people's livelihoods on your shoulders? In this episode of Becoming Unshakable, I sit down with Michele Henry, founder and CEO of Face Foundry, to talk about what it actually takes to build a high-growth franchise brand without losing yourself in the process. Michele launched her flagship location in 2019 with a clear vision to franchise from day one. Within a year, the world shut down. She furloughed her entire team, slept in her warehouse during COVID, and faced the kind of doubt that tests every founder's resolve.  Today, Face Foundry has dozens of locations open, with aggressive expansion plans still ahead. But this conversation is not just about growth. It is about steadiness. Michele shares how self-care for her is not indulgent or optional. It is disciplined. Early mornings. Movement. Quiet time. Meditation. Clear routines in a world that constantly shifts. She talks openly about unlearning the belief that strength means doing everything alone, and how building a trusted team has become one of her greatest leadership shifts. For Michele, self-care also shows up inside her organization, from encouraging her corporate team to step away for restorative moments to creating experiences that reinforce gratitude and connection. We also explore the idea of seasons. Survival seasons. Scaling seasons. The importance of extracting the lesson so you do not repeat it. Michele reflects on integrity as a non-negotiable value, how alignment drives franchise success, and why consistency in an inconsistent world is one of the most powerful leadership traits you can cultivate. If you are a founder, an emerging leader, or someone navigating rapid growth, this episode will remind you that becoming unshakable does not mean being rigid. It means being clear. Clear in your mission. Clear in your values. Clear in who you are at your core. As you listen, consider this: In your current season, what does self-care need to look like so that your leadership remains steady for those who depend on you?  

What if your career stayed exactly the same for the next 10 years, (same title, same compensation, same trajectory) but your relationships quietly eroded in the background? Would you notice? Or would you call it a "busy season"? In this episode of the Modern High Performer podcast, I'm unpacking a question that has challenged me deeply which is inspired by Clayton Christensen's book How Will You Measure Your Life? and applying business strategy thinking to something far more personal: how we measure success in our lives. As high performers, we are wired to optimize. We track what moves. We invest where we see immediate returns and work gives us clear metrics, fast feedback, and visible progress. Relationships don't. In this episode, I walk through three powerful ideas: Why money, status, and achievement can quietly masquerade as fulfillment How we unintentionally allocate our best time and energy to what pays off now — while underinvesting in what matters long-term The subtle way lifestyle expansion can make income feel "required," leading to giving our families less of us I also share a personal regret about friendships I didn't protect the way I should have — and the hard truth about how relationship drift doesn't happen loudly. It happens slowly. You'll hear journaling prompts to help you reflect on: What are you currently measuring your life by? Where is your time going and why? If nothing changed professionally, would you be proud of how you showed up personally? This episode isn't about abandoning ambition. It's about ensuring your ambition doesn't cost you the life you're building it for. If you're a senior leader navigating responsibility, growth, and the tension between success and presence, this conversation is for you. Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Apply for 1:1 Coaching https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe molly@mollyasplin.com Follow Me on Instagram Growth Day App - 7 Day Free Trial   Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!

The NFL Combine is officially in the books and while the Rams famously skip the trip to Indy, the smoke is already swirling. On this episode of Bleav in Rams presented by Fanduel, Erin Coscarelli and Ryan Anderson of LAFB Network break down combine week, who the Rams might have their eye on and free agency rumors. The Rams locked up exclusive rights free agents including kicker Harrison Mevis, wide receiver Xavier Smith and lineman Justin Dedich. What does that say about their commitment to special teams stability after last season's kicking carousel? Is Jimmy Garoppolo on his way out? With buzz connecting him to the division rival Arizona Cardinals and head coach Mike LaFleur, we discuss what losing Jimmy G would mean for Matthew Stafford's succession plan - does this signal a potential for LA drafting the heir apparent? Plus, we dive into confirmed Rams draft meetings, including: Explosive Notre Dame RB Jeremiah Love USC wideout Makai Lemon Miami edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. Oklahoma corner Mansoor Delane Are the Rams going best player available at 13? Prioritizing corner? Pivoting to a more run-heavy offense to extend Stafford's window? Or setting up the next Green Bay style quarterback transition? What is the strategy behind the Rams' unconventional draft process, why skipping the Combine might actually be a competitive advantage, and what these meetings signal about their true offseason priorities. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NFL Combine is officially in the books and while the Rams famously skip the trip to Indy, the smoke is already swirling. On this episode of Bleav in Rams presented by Fanduel, Erin Coscarelli and Ryan Anderson of LAFB Network break down combine week, who the Rams might have their eye on and free agency rumors. The Rams locked up exclusive rights free agents including kicker Harrison Mevis, wide receiver Xavier Smith and lineman Justin Dedich. What does that say about their commitment to special teams stability after last season's kicking carousel? Is Jimmy Garoppolo on his way out? With buzz connecting him to the division rival Arizona Cardinals and head coach Mike LaFleur, we discuss what losing Jimmy G would mean for Matthew Stafford's succession plan - does this signal a potential for LA drafting the heir apparent? Plus, we dive into confirmed Rams draft meetings, including: Explosive Notre Dame RB Jeremiah Love USC wideout Makai Lemon Miami edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. Oklahoma corner Mansoor Delane Are the Rams going best player available at 13? Prioritizing corner? Pivoting to a more run-heavy offense to extend Stafford's window? Or setting up the next Green Bay style quarterback transition? What is the strategy behind the Rams' unconventional draft process, why skipping the Combine might actually be a competitive advantage, and what these meetings signal about their true offseason priorities. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The party strikes deals with the lizardfolk merchant Jigix and gets a crash course in the Orcish language.

The AI generated the report. The data is perfect. But the room is silent. Who is going to lead the decision? In the AI-Era, information is a commodity. AI can write your strategy, but it cannot command a high-stakes brainstorm with timing and charisma. If you are still the “Quiet Person” in the room, you aren't being thoughtful—you're becoming obsolete.In this Masterclass, we are installing the 3-Second Rule. This is the manual override for your "Social Shadow." I'm breaking down the exact bio-mechanical and vocal protocols to help you claim your Presence Equity and lead with authority.In this video, you will learn:The Amygdala Loop: Why your brain "negotiates" you into silence after 3 seconds.The Physical Pivot: How to use "The Lean" to signal status before you speak.Tonal Grounding: A technical drill to eliminate "up-talking" and project authority.High-Status Wedges: The 3 specific scripts to interject without being adversarial.The Recovery Protocol: What to do when you are interrupted (and how to hold your frame).RESOURCES MENTIONED:✨ Join Explearning Academy: [https://academy.explearning.co/] — Master your Human Edge with live drills, vocal labs, and a community of Social Architects.

Introverts are underrated. So says Susan Cain in her conversation with EconTalk's Russ Roberts about her book, Quiet. She explains why introversion isn't the same thing as shyness and she speaks of the many benefits of solitude and silent contemplation. They also discuss why modern schools and workplaces' obsession with extroversion is problematic, and the reasons for the shift from a culture of character to our current culture of personality. Cain concludes by sharing how the book has changed her own life and helped other introverts navigate a world that can't seem to stop talking.

This conversation started not because I think social media or the internet is the enemy— that would be a little crazy considering you are reading this on an app and you most likely heard about it through social media. I am SO GRATEFUL for the gift of the online space, the community it provides, the resources it has illuminated, and the ability to connect with others in the most unique ways.However, I started to notice that I was literally scrolling at night and I could not even tell you what I saw. I was numbing out and I knew it, and yet I kept doing it.I noticed how tired my mind felt even when my body was still. How easily my attention scattered. How quickly I moved from one thing to the next without really being in any of it. Nothing dramatic. Just subtle. Quiet. Cumulative.Join "The Living Room" on Substack for more in depth notes on this episode! https://cleerelystated.substack.com

Accepting the Day You're Given | Interior Peace for the Catholic Mom Part of having real interior peace as a Catholic mom comes from accepting your day the way it actually is — not the way you planned it. You wake up with a picture in your mind: Quiet morning prayer Kids waking at reasonable times Smooth breakfast Shoes on, backpacks packed Maybe even a little cleaning done And then… A child wakes up at 5:15. Someone is sick. Shoes are missing. A glass of juice shatters on the floor as you're trying to get out the door. Now you have two choices. You can resist: "This shouldn't be happening." Or you can receive: "Alright, Lord… I guess this is what we're doing now." In this episode, we talk about: Why resisting reality drains your energy How the thought "this shouldn't be happening" creates tightness and stress in your body The Marian posture of receptivity What "fiat" looks like in everyday mom life How accepting the moment actually makes you a better problem solver Why receiving your day gives you more energy than fighting it This isn't about being passive. It isn't about being a doormat. It's about living the feminine genius — receiving what God allows, then asking: "How do You want me to show up right now?" Interior peace begins when we stop arguing with reality. You are not behind. You are not failing. You are being invited into deeper surrender.

Ever feel like your brain is just non-stop about food? Like, you finish breakfast and before you know it, you're thinking about lunch...then negotiating with yourself about chocolate in the afternoon…and replaying every bite you ate before bed? That constant mental chatter? That's food noise.If you're tired of thinking about food 24/7 and exhausted from the endless mental chatter, this episode is for you! We're diving deep into “food noise” and why it's NOT a willpower issue (seriously, you're not broken). It's a nervous system response fueled by old diet rules, scarcity, and stress.If you feel stuck in cycles of overeating, emotional eating, food guilt, or constant “should I / shouldn't I” debates in your head, this conversation will change how you see your cravings forever. You don't need more control. You need more calm. Peace with food is a skill. And in this episode, I'm teaching you exactly how to start building it.Ready to stop living with food on your mind 24/7 and tune into what actually feels good? Press play and learn how to quiet food noise for good so weight loss no longer feels like a constant mental battle.xoxo,JackieMORE FROM JACKIE: >

The Quiet Pulse of Life  In a world that often feels fast-paced and overwhelming, taking a moment to reconnect with the quiet rhythms of life can be deeply restorative. This practice invites you to step into a serene, snowy mountain landscape, where stillness meets life's quiet pulse. As you immerse yourself in this peaceful setting, you'll be guided to tune into your own inner rhythms, your breath andyour heartbeat. This simple yet powerful awareness can help reduce stress, increase a sense of trust in life, and cultivate gratitude for the miracles your body performs every day without effort. By focusing on the natural flow of your breath and the steady beat of your heart, you may find a renewed sense of calm and a deeper connection to life's quiet support system. Step Into a Moment of Peace and Healing with this guided meditation by Sylvia, thoughtfully crafted to help you reconnect with calm, clarity, and strength. Whether you're navigating life's daily stresses, feeling overwhelmed by emotions, or simply seeking a moment of quiet reflection, this meditation offers a sanctuary for your mind and heart. Key Features: Expertly Guided Experience: Sylvia's soothing voice, grounded in wisdom and empathy, gently leads you into a state of deep relaxation. A Blend of Science and Mindfulness: Combining neuroscience and ancient mindfulness practices to nurture both mind and body. Authentic and Heartfelt: A non-mainstream approach, offering profound yet practical guidance for real life. Accessible and Flexible: Download and listen anytime, whether for a quick reset or a longer, restorative practice.     All Episodes can be found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/⁠⁠⁠   All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠   #SylviaWolfer #speaker #griefhealing   Find the full Interview with Sylvia Wolfe    Bio of Sylvia Wolfer   Sylvia Wolfer is a neuroscience-informed mindfulness guide and grief educator. Her work bridges contemplative practice, nervous system regulation, and lived experience after profound loss. A long-term meditation practitioner, Sylvia has explored contemplative traditions for many years. After losing both of her parents and her two brothers, her practice deepened — becoming not just a spiritual discipline, but a steady anchor through grief. Today, she creates grounded, body-aware guided meditations designed to support people through emotional overwhelm, loss, and life transitions. Her approach integrates neuroscience, breath, and embodied awareness to help people build emotional steadiness without bypassing what hurts. Sylvia is the creator of several digital courses and guided meditation series, and she teaches weekly online sessions blending mindfulness and movement.   How to Contact Sylvia Wolfer    ⁠https://sylviawolfer.com/⁠   ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_sylvia_wolfer_grief_support/⁠   ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylviawolfer/⁠     All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠    

German : Der Stille Puls des Lebens  In einer Welt, die oft hektisch und überfordernd erscheint, kann es tief beruhigend sein, einen Moment innezuhalten und dich mit den stillen Rhythmen des Lebens zu verbinden. Diese Meditation lädt dich ein, in eine friedliche, schneebedeckte Berglandschaft einzutauchen, wo die Stille den verborgenen Puls des Lebens trifft. Indem du dich in diese ruhige Umgebung hineinversetzt, wirst du angeleitet, dich auf deine eigenen inneren Rhythmen zu konzentrieren, deinen Atem und deinen Herzschlag. Dieses einfache, aber kraftvolle Bewusstsein kann helfen, Stress zu reduzieren, Vertrauen in das Leben zu stärken und Dankbarkeit für die Wunder deines Körpers zu entwickeln, die jeden Tag ohne dein Zutun geschehen. Indem du dich auf den natürlichen Fluss deines Atems und den gleichmäßigen Schlag deines Herzens konzentrierst, kannst du ein erneuertes Gefühl von Ruhe und eine tiefere Verbindung zum stillen Unterstützungssystem des Lebens finden. Tauche ein in einen Moment der Ruhe und Heilung mit dieser geführten Meditation, die sorgfältig gestaltet wurde, um dir zu helfen, wieder mit Ruhe, Klarheit und innerer Stärke in Verbindung zu treten. Egal, ob du die täglichen Belastungen des Lebens bewältigst, dich von deinen Emotionen überwältigt fühlst oder einfach nur einen Moment der stillen Reflexion suchst – diese Meditation bietet dir einen Zufluchtsort für deinen Geist und dein Herz. Key Features : Eine Professionell Geführte Erfahrung : Sylvias beruhigende Stimme, geprägt von Weisheit und Empathie, führt dich sanft in einen Zustand tiefer Entspannung. Eine Verbindung von Wissenschaft und Achtsamkeit : Du profitierst von einer Kombination aus Neurowissenschaften und alten Achtsamkeitspraktiken, die sowohl deinen Körper als auch deinen Geist nähren.     All Episodes can be found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/⁠⁠⁠   All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠   #SylviaWolfer #speaker #griefhealing   Find the full Interview with Sylvia Wolfe    Bio of Sylvia Wolfer   Sylvia Wolfer is a neuroscience-informed mindfulness guide and grief educator. Her work bridges contemplative practice, nervous system regulation, and lived experience after profound loss. A long-term meditation practitioner, Sylvia has explored contemplative traditions for many years. After losing both of her parents and her two brothers, her practice deepened — becoming not just a spiritual discipline, but a steady anchor through grief. Today, she creates grounded, body-aware guided meditations designed to support people through emotional overwhelm, loss, and life transitions. Her approach integrates neuroscience, breath, and embodied awareness to help people build emotional steadiness without bypassing what hurts. Sylvia is the creator of several digital courses and guided meditation series, and she teaches weekly online sessions blending mindfulness and movement.   How to Contact Sylvia Wolfer    ⁠https://sylviawolfer.com/⁠   ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_sylvia_wolfer_grief_support/⁠   ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylviawolfer/⁠     All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠