Podcasts about Ralph Waldo Emerson

Joseph Smith was the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, known by those outside the church during his life and today as the Mormons. But Joseph Smith was many things besides: the child of a struggling family gradually moving westward in search of opportunity, a day laborer, visionary, seer; treasure hunter; translator; revelator; prophet; elder, banker, prisoner, wrestler, real estate speculator, polygamist, Lieutenant General, Master Mason, Mayor, and martyr.“America,” wrote Ralph Waldo Emerson in 1844, “is the country of the future…[a] country of beginnings, of projects, of vast designs and expectations.” My guest John Turner observes that Joseph Smith might not have been what Emerson had in mind when he spoke of new beginnings and bold projects. But those were part of his life, in addition to vast designs and great expectations. Indeed, it is not too much to say that few nineteenth century Americans have an enduring legacy that can compare to Joseph Smith's.Yet John Turner's new book Joseph Smith: The Rise and Fall of an American Prophet also describes how this very untypical man was yet absolutely typical of his times. From his religious awakening among the religious revivalism of western New York, to his founding of utopian communities in the midwest, to his dietary concerns, and even to his experience of brutal mob violence that amounted to religious pogroms against his church, Smith's experiences–and those of his followers–were far from atypical. John G. Turner is professor of religious studies and history at George Mason University. His previous book was They Knew They Were Pilgrims: Plymouth Colony and the Contest for American Liberty, which we talked about in Episode 157.For Further Investigation In Episode 181, Sara Patterson and I discussed the practice of Mormon pilgrimage.For a conversation about a very different but equally charismatic and controversial 19th century American, see my conversation in Episode 198 with Bob Elder about John C. Calhoun, whom Elder describes as the "American heretic"; a nice pairing with an American prophet.The Joseph Smith Papers

Can men truly ever be friends? This is the question Jett Loe asks of his co-host, (and possible friend), Gareth Higgins on this, the 300th episode of The Film Talk. In this ep male friendship is discussed in the context of the new, excoriating satire from the makers of Succession, Mountainhead, and the hilarious Tim Robinson star-vehicle Friendship. Along the way Loe and Higgins reference poet Ralph Waldo Emerson, artist Joseph Beuys, the films Robocop and Starship Troopers and much more. Enjoy. Subscribe on Patreon Apple - The Film Talk Spotify - The Film Talk Facebook.com/TheFilmTalk To contact Jett and Gareth go to: info@thefilmtalk.com Or leave a voicemail message at: Speakpipe.com/TheFilmTalk

The poet and the president—two of the most famous men of their age. Abraham Lincoln and Ralph Waldo Emerson. Historian Richard Smith joins the Emerging Civil War Podcast from Concord, Massachusetts, to talk about the meeting of the two orator/writers. Plus, we'll learn about the many other Civil War connections to one of America's most literary communities.This episode of the Emerging Civil War Podcast is brought to you by Civil War Trails, the world's largest open-air museum, offering more than 1,500 sites across six states. Request a brochure at ⁠civilwartrails.org⁠ to start planning your trip today.

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As long as a man stands in his own way, everything seems to be in his way. - Ralph Waldo Emerson Check out John Lee Dumas' award winning Podcast Entrepreneurs on Fire on your favorite podcast directory. For world class free courses and resources to help you on your Entrepreneurial journey visit EOFire.com

  It's a quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson. And it serves as our topic of conversation today. Enjoy! Be well. Do good. Grow great! Check out the Hosts page for our profiles. Connect With Lisa On Linkedin •  Connect With Randy On Linkedin We encourage you to contact us. Feedback, suggestions, criticisms, insights, and experiences are welcomed. […] The post The Only Person You Are Destined To Become Is The Person You Decide To Be appeared first on GROW GREAT.

In this powerful episode of The Genesis Frequency, Dr. Stephen J. Kosmyna explores the enduring insights of Ralph Waldo Emerson and how they can directly support your personal, professional, and leadership development goals.Titled “The Emerson Effect: Timeless Wisdom for Personal and Leadership Development”, this episode weaves together five of Emerson's most impactful quotes and brings them to life through reflections, journal prompts, and actionable strategies.You'll discover:The transformative power of self-trustWhy evolving beliefs is essential for growthHow aligning with your purpose fuels successThe secret to gaining power through decisive actionThe leadership legacy of living authenticallyThis episode isn't just theoretical—it's filled with direct applications that will help you unlock momentum, deepen your self-awareness, and lead from a place of inner alignment.Whether you're a business owner, spiritual seeker, executive, or just someone committed to your growth, Emerson's timeless voice and Dr. Kosmyna's grounded insights offer you the inspiration and encouragement to rise into your highest potential.

Be You! We've talked about it before, and we're definitely not the only ones. Being yourself is a very popular topic these days. However, it doesn't just happen. It does take some work. Much like baking cookies. Today we want to share some word cookies from some pretty notable "bakers" to help you become the you that you want to become. And who doesn't like cookies? Listen and share these cookies with someone else who could use some Happy, because not too many things can make someone Happy like a cookie can. Especially these cookies!.Here's the link for Milos Timotic's article “The Most Inspiring Personal Growth Quotes You Need To Read” where we got a lot of these word cookies from. https://trafft.com/personal-growth-quotes/We would also like to give a special thanks to James Kocian, for the use of his amazing songs "Another Perfect Day" and "TEDish". Check out more of his amazing stuff here www.JamesKocian.com or here www.Facebook.com/jameskocianmusic and tell him thanks from Happy Life Studios. The song we used for the intro was "Are You Happy" by Primitive Radio Gods. The ending song was "Make Someone Happy" by Jimmy Durante. We don't own any rights. Contact usLinktree: www.Linktr.ee/HappyLifeStudiosEmail: Podcast@HappyLife.StudioYo Stevo Hotline: (425) 200-HAYS (4297)Webpage: www.HappyLife.lol YouTube: www.YouTube.com/StevoHaysLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/steve-hays-b6b1186b/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@happylifestudiosFacebook: www.Facebook.com/HappyLifeStudios Instagram: www.Instagram.com/HappyLife_Studios Twitter: www.x.com/stevehays If you would like to help us spread the HappyPayPal: www.PayPal.me/StevoHaysCash App: $HappyLifeStudiosZelle: StevoHays@gmail.comVenmo: @StevoHaysBuy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/HappyLifeStudioCheck: Payable to Hays Ministries or Steve Hays and send to 27240 213th Place S.E. Maple Valley, WA 98038

On s'est fait prendre à notre propre petit jeu! Dans cet épisode, Chloé et Marie-Philippe s'enthousiasment à parler... d'enthousiasme. Ode à cette force vitale contagieuse qui a le pouvoir de devenir un outil de résilience, un chemin vers une connaissance de soi plus profonde et un accélérateur de connexion important.    Cet épisode s'adresse à celles et ceux qui:  - cherchent à retrouver leur «spark»;  - souhaitent retrouver la motivation ou la stimuler chez les autres;  - ont besoin d'énergie et de courage pour traverser une épreuve.    Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm. — Ralph Waldo Emerson

Tony Moore mounts show of works by friends and neighbors After more than a year of curation, Tony Moore is poised to open his remote Philipstown gallery space and its lush grounds to display his work and that of 14 other artists whom he admires and calls friends. The show, Destination Earth, contains over 70 pieces spread across the wooded property and inside the light and roomy interior spaces. The main upstairs gallery seems like an airy treehouse, with vistas complementing the art. Moore and his wife, Cynthia Ligenza, met in New York City nearly 30 years ago at a gathering for people wanting to imbue their lives with health, art and sharing. Two years later, they moved to a 5-acre property on a ridge abutting Fahnestock State Park. The two married that summer under tall oaks, and the expansive surroundings continue to nurture creativity. "We are living in paradise," says Ligenza. Crediting her husband's vision and efforts, she says "every inch of our property is curated, and it brings me to tears to look at it because it's so beautiful." Moore has been producing beauty since childhood, even before his grandfather recognized his interests and gave him woodworking tools. Born in the midlands of England, Moore went to art school in the U.K. and Yale University. After graduating with an MFA, he installed exhibits at the Guggenheim, which would later acquire four of his works. The Brooklyn Museum owns two. Ligenza became a physician, with a practice in Cold Spring, while maintaining a lifelong devotion to music. The Ligenza Moore Gallery has hosted recitals featuring Ligenza on violin and with other musicians. Art beckons as one approaches the show, which explores "where we are, how we got here, what may endure, and what is to come." When coming from the plateau below the buildings, a ceramic platter by Jeff Shapiro sits before ascending stairs. Kurt Steger's wood-and-steel abstraction is adjacent to the gallery sign. More Steger pieces pepper the grounds. "Vipassana," by David Provan "Reverb," by Don Voisine "Summer Walk," by Katherine Bradford Sculptures by Kurt Steger and David Provan "The Thousand-Eyed Present (from Ralph Waldo Emerson)," by Meg Hitchcock Once inside the vestibule, there are graphic etchings and collages by Judy Pfaff, who attended Yale with Moore. Entering the upstairs space, Moore's dark painting on paper features a bright blue hand, echoing the hand imagery in Pfaff's work. On the landing leading to the main gallery, the shapes in each work mimic others in proximity. "The works start talking to each other," Moore says. "As a curator, you try to foster that conversation. I've spent a great deal of time moving things around in the gallery to try to achieve that balance and harmony." Moore's work in the show includes a mysterious painting that suggests a chrysalis or womb; a wall of pictorial ceramics he calls "fire paintings;" wood-fired ceramics with surface and interior interest; an early wood-fired ceramic wall tile; and one bronze and one ceramic-and-steel sculpture placed outside that shift in appearance depending on weather and light. "I'm not a figurative artist," Moore says. But he is also not an abstract artist such as his friend David Provan, who died last year. Instead, evocative imagery and forms with a spiritual component mark his work, which he suggests might be characterized as "symbolic abstraction." The gallery also has three small acrylics by Katherine Bradford, whose swimmers, while figurative, respect formal principles and abstract composition, with faces that are nothing more than slabs of color. Perhaps the most traditional art in the show is by Moore's neighbor, Simeon Lagodich, who is completing a series of Hudson Valley plein air paintings. An iguana poses with an adorned woman painted by Garry Nichols, and around her is a ceramic piece by Moore that might look like a pair of animals - dogs, bunnies? On a lawn behind the gallery and near the sheltered Anagama-Noborigam...

Jean Shinoda Bolen, M.D. is a psychiatrist, Jungian analyst, and an internationally known speaker. She is a former board member of the Ms. Foundation, an advocate for a 5th UN World Conference on Women, a convener of the Millionth Circle Initiative, as well as a permanent representative to the UN representing the NGO, Pathways to Peace. She is the author of many books, including Goddesses in Every Woman: Powerful Archetypes in Women's Lives (Harper Paperbacks 2004) and Like a Tree: How Trees, Women, and Tree People Can People Can Save the Planet (Conari Press 2010) and Ever Widening Circles and Mystical Moments (Chiron Publications 2025) Interview Date: 1/26/2011 Tags: Jean Shinoda Bolen, Trees, heartsoul, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Ralph Waldo Emerson, heartsoul, tree people, boreal forests, global warming, interdependent, Amazon, commodity, Wangari Maathai, activism, life assignment, Commission on the Status for Women, CSW, United Nation. Michelle Bachelet, circles, walking meditation, mystical source, Ecology/Nature/Environment, Social Change/Politics

There's something sacred about Walden Pond.It's where Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry Thoreau wrote about simplicity, truth, and legacy.It's also where I made one of the most pivotal decisions of my life 11 years ago, naming my daughter Emerson.And recently, as I walked those wooded trails again… I made another decision.An advanced decision once again to play the long game, and to lead from love instead of fear.I share the whole story—and how it connects to your brand—in this week's episode of Your Legacy Brand™ Podcast.Because let's be honest… Our brands are not just strategies. They are stories. Sacred callings. Movements in the making.If you're sensing a shift, or standing at the edge of your next chapter, let this episode be your guide.Rate, Review, and Follow on Your Favorite Platform!Links mentioned in this episode: I have just two VIP Day spots left this season. If you're ready for an identity + brand reset, book a call and we can chat to see if it's a good fit.If you loved this episode, leave us a review.And always make sure you're following the podcast so you never miss an episode. Follow now!

For several decades, Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) was perhaps the most prominent writer and intellectual in America. As an advocate of personal freedom living in Massachusetts, surrounded by passionate abolitionists, one might expect that his positions regarding slavery would be obvious and uncomplicated. And yet, Emerson struggled with the issue - not whether it was wrong (he was opposed to it), but the extent to which it obliged him or others to take action, and if so, how best to act in a way consistent with his philosophical principles. In this episode, Jacke talks to author Kenneth Sacks (Emerson's Civil Wars: Spirit in Society in the Age of Abolition) about what Emerson's wavering between self-reliance and collective action can tell us about who he was as a thinker and person - and whether his journey has lessons for the rest of us. PLUS Victoria Namkung (An Immortal Book: Selected Writings by Sui Sin Far) stops by to discuss her choice for the last book she will ever read. AND ALSO Jacke jumps into the belly of the clickbait whale, following the headline "We Had Sex Inside Moby-Dick!" to learn about Japan's love hotels and their connection(?) to the Herman Melville classic. Additional listening: 667 Sui Sin Far with Victoria Namkung 603 Rethinking Ralph Waldo Emerson (with James Marcus) 111 The Americanest American - Ralph Waldo Emerson The music in this episode is by Gabriel Ruiz-Bernal. Learn more at gabrielruizbernal.com. Help support the show at patreon.com/literature or historyofliterature.com/donate. The History of Literature Podcast is a member of Lit Hub Radio and the Podglomerate Network. Learn more at thepodglomerate.com/historyofliterature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textRomeine 12:2 Moenie julle leefstyl aanpas by die gedragspatrone van hierdie wêreld nie, maar laat God julle omvorm deurdat Hy julle denkpatrone vernuwe. Dan sal julle goed kan onderskei wat Hý wil hê dat julle moet doen, naamlik dit wat werklik goed en aanvaarbaar en volmaak is. (NLV) Die slagspreuk van hierdie era is ... wees jou outentieke self! Doen wat natuurlik kom. Wees wie jy vóél jy regtig is. En dit veroorsaak hewige twispunte ten opsigte van kultuur; hulle noem dit selfs kultuuroorloë tussen sogenaamde konserwatiewes en liberales. Wat dink jy daarvan?Die negentiende-eeuse Amerikaanse filosoof, Ralph Waldo Emerson, het dit so gestel: Om jouself te wees in 'n wêreld wat voortdurend probeer om jou iets anders te maak, is die grootste prestasie.Ja, dit klink wonderlik tot op 'n sekere punt... Dit werk beslis wanneer om "jouself te wees" daaroor gaan, om byvoorbeeld, 'n musikant te word, eerder as die ingenieur wat jou ouers wou hê jy moet wees. Maar hoe werk dit wanneer jy wil doen wat vir jou natuurlik kom, en dit is iets onaanvaarbaar? Iets wat beslis baie verkeerd is. Iets immoreel. Iets boos.Maar waar trek jy daardie streep tussen goed en kwaad, reg en verkeerd, moreel en sedeloos? Dit is juis die vraag wat aan die hart van ons sogenaamde kultuuroorloë lê.So waar trek jy daardie streep? Nie in teorie nie, maar vir jouself, persoonlik, want dit gaan bepaal hoe jy die res van jou lewe gaan leef.Romeine 12:2 Moenie julle leefstyl aanpas by die gedragspatrone van hierdie wêreld nie, maar laat God julle omvorm deurdat Hy julle denkpatrone vernuwe. Dan sal julle goed kan onderskei wat Hý wil hê dat julle moet doen, naamlik dit wat werklik goed en aanvaarbaar en volmaak is. (NLV)God wil hê ons moet outentiek onsself wees en nie aan die wêreld se standaarde voldoen nie. En om nie toe te laat dat ons in kulture ingedruk word, waarin ons nooit gemaak is om te pas nie; maar om deur sy waarheid getransformeer te word en ons Godgegewe doel met integriteit en geloof uit te leef. Dis Sy Woord. Vars … vir jou … vandag. Support the showEnjoying The Content?For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you can enable Christianityworks to reach 10,000+ people with a message about the love of Jesus!DONATE R50 MONTHLY

As long as a man stands in his own way, everything seems to be in his way. - Ralph Waldo Emerson Check out John Lee Dumas' award winning Podcast Entrepreneurs on Fire on your favorite podcast directory. For world class free courses and resources to help you on your Entrepreneurial journey visit EOFire.com

“There are many times in our lives when we feel like life has crumpled us up and grounded us into the dirt. We may make some bad decisions or have to deal with some poor circumstances, and sometimes life can make us feel worthless. But no matter what has happened or what will happen, you will never lose your worth, you never lose your value - don't ever forget that."- Author Unknown“Forgiveness is not an occasional act: it is an attitude.” — Martin Luther King Jr.Mental Health is messy and a struggle for all connected. I can only share that the quote above reminds me of the importance of asking the right questions.When was Mental Health ever easy?What is the priority of the person suffering, mental health, or personal discomfort?Include the person suffering from mental health issues in the planning process. Get help, don't ignore. Nothing will change if nothing changes. Lastly, ask yourself why this situation matters, not because of some objective reason, but more on who is suffering.“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

En este episodio de #PodcastLaTrinchera, regresa Beto, quién estuvo en La Trinchera en el episodio 39, para discutir su conversión a la derecha política, la evolución de su Beto Podcast, los orígenes de La Diestra, la crisis demográfica, su futuro político y mucho más.Por favor suscribirse a La Trinchera con Christian Sobrino en su plataforma favorita de podcasts y compartan este episodio con sus amistades.Para contactar a Christian Sobrino y #PodcastLaTrinchera, nada mejor que mediante las siguientes plataformas:Facebook: @PodcastLaTrincheraTwitter: @zobrinovichInstagram: zobrinovichThreads: @zobrinovichBluesky Social: zobrinovich.bsky.socialYouTube: @PodcastLaTrinchera "Siempre hay una cierta mezquindad en el argumento del conservadurismo, acompañada de una cierta superioridad en su evidencia. Afirma porque posee. Sus dedos se aferran a su evidencia, y no quiere abrir los ojos para ver una evidencia mejor. El castillo que el conservadurismo está dispuesto a defender es el estado actual de las cosas, tanto lo bueno como lo malo." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

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409 years ago today, on April 22, 1616, William Shakespeare himself spoke to Tony Dean, the creator and host of the Calling History Podcast, which features conversations with history's most influential and interesting people. Tony explains how the podcast got started, how he finds his guests (including Austin Tichenor as Shakespeare), how Ralph Waldo Emerson remains the podcast's great white whale, and how the Calling History Podcast is filled with unbelievable but absolutely true stories. HEAR HERE! (You can listen to part one of Tony's conversation with Shakespeare here and part two here.) Length 19:50. The post William Shakespeare Speaks! appeared first on Reduced Shakespeare Company.

Ralph Waldo Emerson, in his essay entitled “Self-Reliance,” encourages us to be non-conformists, if we are to become our best selves. But, refusing to conform has its risks. How do we muster the courage to be a non-conformist, and be our best selves, in an age of constant pressure to comply?

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As long as a man stands in his own way, everything seems to be in his way - Ralph Waldo Emerson Check out John Lee Dumas' award winning Podcast Entrepreneurs on Fire on your favorite podcast directory. For world class free courses and resources to help you on your Entrepreneurial journey visit EOFire.com

In this episode, we dive into the idea that everyone we meet has something to teach us. Inspired by Ralph Waldo Emerson's wisdom, we explore how embracing a mindset of learning from others can lead to personal growth, deeper connections, and a broader perspective on life. Discover the power of seeing every encounter as an opportunity for growth.You Got This,Ryan 

#LONDINIUM90AD:  "When you strike at a king, you must kill him.” ― Ralph Waldo Emerson MICHAEL VLAHOS. FRIENDS OF HISTORY DEBATING SOCIETY. @MICHALIS_VLAHOS 1649

In today's fast-paced world, many find themselves living life at a "busy" pace, believing that being busy is not only productive but ultimately rewarding. But if that were truly the case, why do so many people experience feelings of depression, sadness, irritability, and stress, losing their sense of joy, peace, and gratitude for the blessings in their lives? It's as if we become so fixated on checking off the next item on our to-do list that we overlook the many blessings already present in our world.Dr. Judith believes that it is crucial to take time for reflective or meditative practices—slowing down, engaging with your soul, and anchoring in something greater than yourself. When we connect with our soul, we allow it to guide our decisions and help us live more purposefully.As the ancient philosopher Socrates wisely stated, “An unexamined life is not worth living.” This speaks to the importance of self-reflection and awareness. In our busy world, it's easy to ignore the deeper, more meaningful aspects of life. But when we take the time to examine our actions, our motivations, and our sense of purpose, we begin to align ourselves more closely with our true selves.Ralph Waldo Emerson also reminds us that “The soul is no less vital because it is invisible.” In the whirlwind of daily tasks and obligations, we may forget that the soul is an integral part of who we are, even though it can't be seen or measured in the traditional sense. Slowing down and connecting with the soul allows us to reconnect with our inner vitality and purpose.Take time to engage with your soul today. In doing so, you may find the peace, joy, and purpose that have been waiting for you all along.

Psalm 8 & the last chapters of Job “People do not seem to realize that their opinion of the world is also a confession of their character.”Ralph Waldo Emerson

Welcome to The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series on radio and podcast. In 1839, five women gathered in a Boston parlor, asking two profound questions: What are we born to do? How shall we do it? Their answers helped shape one of the most important intellectual movements in American history—Transcendentalism. We know the names Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau. But what about Mary Moody Emerson, Elizabeth Palmer Peabody, Sophia Peabody Hawthorne, Lydia Jackson Emerson, and Margaret Fuller? These women weren't just observers of the movement; they were its architects. They nurtured its philosophy, challenged its leaders, and laid the foundations for American feminism. Yet, history largely ignored them. Their ideas, often groundbreaking, were overshadowed by the men they inspired. Until now. Today, we welcome Smithsonian Associate Dr. Randall Fuller, the Herman Melville Distinguished Professor of 19th-Century American Literature at the University of Kansas, to uncover the hidden story of Transcendentalism.  Smithsonian Associate Dr. Randall Fuller will be appearing at Smithsonian Associates coming up. Please check out our show notes today for details on his presentation, titled Bright Circle: Five Remarkable Transcendentalist Women. His book of the same name, available at Apple Books, Bright Circle: Five Remarkable Women in the Age of Transcendentalism, challenges what we think we know about this movement and restores these women to their rightful place in history. Did Emerson's most famous ideas actually begin with his aunt? Did a woman's journal from Cuba shape the way Americans saw nature? And how did one wife push her husband to take a stand on abolition? This is a conversation about the influence, erasure, and intellectual power of women in a time that tried to silence them. So, let's step back into the 19th century and meet the women who changed America—without ever getting the credit. My thanks to Smithsonian Associate Dr. Randall Fuller will be appearing at Smithsonian Associates coming up. Please check out our show notes today for details on his presentation, titled Bright Circle: Five Remarkable Transcendentalist Women His book, of the same name, and available at Apple Books, Bright Circle: Five Remarkable Women in the Age of Transcendentalism. My thanks to the Smithsonian team for all they do to support the show. Please wish them a Happy 60th Anniversary this year! My thanks to Sam and Miranda Heninger for all they do to help ths show, too. And my thanks to you, our wonderful audience here on radio and podcast. Be well, be safe, and Let's Talk About Better™  The Not Old Better Show, Smithsonian Associates Interview Series, thanks, everybody and we'll see you next time.

Throughout her prolific writing career, Nell Irvin Painter has published works on such luminaries as Sojourner Truth, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Malcolm X. Her unique vantage on American history pushes the boundaries of personal narrative and academic authorship and asks readers to reconsider ideas of race, politics, and identity. She joins to discuss her legendary career as a distinguished historian, award-winning author, and artist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This video is the first in a series of commentary videos on David Bentley Hart's ( @leavesinthewind7441 ) lecture series at Cambridge entitled "The Light of Tabor : Towards a Monistic Chrisology". I mention Mark Parker, Dr. Andrew Perriman, Rowan Williams, Jordan Daniel Wood, Origen of Alexandria, Justin Martyr, Fr John Behr, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Paul of Samosata, Athanasius of Alexandria, Sergei Bulgakov, John Vervaeke, Meister Eckhart, Maximus the Confessor, and more.

Life is sweet but it can also be sour. It really depends on what we decide to scatter around us. As Ralph Waldo Emerson said “There is no beautifier of complexion, or form, or behavior, like the wish to scatter joy and not pain around us.” Scattering Joy is like spreading Happy. The more Happy we spread, the more joy we scatter and the sweeter life becomes. For us as well as the world around us. Listen and see what we are talking about, because we can sit and watch life sour or we can grab a handful of Happy and make it sweeter instead.  Contact usLinktree: www.Linktr.ee/HappyLifeStudiosEmail: Podcast@HappyLife.StudioYo Stevo Hotline: (425) 200-HAYS (4297)Webpage: www.HappyLife.lol YouTube: www.YouTube.com/StevoHaysLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/steve-hays-b6b1186b/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@happylifestudiosFacebook: www.Facebook.com/HappyLifeStudios Instagram: www.Instagram.com/HappyLife_Studios Twitter: www.x.com/stevehays If you would like to help us spread the HappyPayPal: www.PayPal.me/StevoHaysCash App: $HappyLifeStudiosZelle: StevoHays@gmail.comVenmo: @StevoHaysBuy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/HappyLifeStudioCheck: Payable to Hays Ministries or Steve Hays and send to 27240 213th Place S.E. Maple Valley, WA 98038

Circular reasoning is normally condemned by philosophers, but in his 1841 essay ‘Circles', Emerson proposes that not getting anywhere is precisely what we need to do to find out where we already are. In this episode, Jonathan and James consider Emerson's use of the circle to demonstrate an idealistic philosophy rooted in the natural world, in which individuals are bounded by self-created horizons, and the extent to which this fits with Transcendentalist notions of progress and independence. They also discuss what his other essays, including ‘Self-Reliance', ‘Art' and ‘Nature', have to say about the importance of thinking one's own thoughts, and why Emerson had such a powerful influence on writers as varied as Nietzsche, Saul Bellow and Louisa May Alcott.Non-subscribers will only hear an extract from this episode. To listen to the full episode, and all our other Close Readings series, subscribe:Directly in Apple Podcasts: https://lrb.me/applecrcipIn other podcast apps: https://lrb.me/closereadingscipRead 'Circles' here:https://emersoncentral.com/texts/essays-first-series/circles/Read more in the LRB:Tony Tanner on the life of Emerson:https://www.lrb.co.uk/the-paper/v17/n10/tony-tanner/arctic-habitsColin Burrow on the American canon:https://www.lrb.co.uk/the-paper/v41/n22/colin-burrow/the-magic-bloomschtickNext episode: John Stuart Mill's Autobiography Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

George Washington was one, Abraham Lincoln was one, the Dalai Lama was one even Curly of the 3 Stooges was one and you can be one as well. Listen and find out what we're talking about. You'll be Happy you did. Contact usLinktree: www.Linktr.ee/HappyLifeStudiosEmail: Podcast@HappyLife.StudioYo Stevo Hotline: (425) 200-HAYS (4297)Webpage: www.HappyLife.lol YouTube: www.YouTube.com/StevoHaysLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/steve-hays-b6b1186b/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@happylifestudiosFacebook: www.Facebook.com/HappyLifeStudios Instagram: www.Instagram.com/HappyLife_Studios Twitter: www.x.com/stevehays If you would like to help us spread the HappyPayPal: www.PayPal.me/StevoHaysCash App: $HappyLifeStudiosZelle: StevoHays@gmail.comVenmo: @StevoHaysBuy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/HappyLifeStudioCheck: Payable to Hays Ministries or Steve Hays and send to 27240 213th Place S.E. Maple Valley, WA 98038

Tener una gran fortuna no convierte a nadie en héroe  o heroína aunque ayuda a la promoción de cualquier idea. Perder o sacrificar la fortuna por una idea es una de las cosas que puede convertir a una persona común en héroe.Hace todos los años del mundo cuando me dijeron que para entender el mundo debía leer los Clásicos que leía los señores Carlyle y Emerson. Thomas Carlyle y Ralph Waldo Emerson que escribieron Los héroes y los hombres representativos.Las disquisiciones intelectuales muy fundamentadas de ambos llevan al mundo a reflexionar cómo sería nuestra vida sin la presencia de algunos seres humanos que en común han estado dispuestos a sacrificar fortunas, bienes, familia, salud y lo más importante su propia vida por las ideas que defienden.Desde Aristoteles para acá la humanidad discute si las sociedades han hecho a los hombre ser o estar de alguna manera o si los hombres y claro está las mujeres han sido quienes han moldeado las sociedades.Sin importar el método de análisis lo cierto es que el sacrificio por una causa, cual que sea, es lo que puede hacer de un común un héroe o una heroína.Bolivar y Duarte, por ejemplo, sacrificaron bienes, vida y fortuna por la independencia de sus países. Madame Curie sacrificó su salud y su vida por la ciencia.Aunque ahora hay mucha gente que no quiere oír eso, los militares constitucionalistas fueron héroes.Los cientos de jóvenes asesinados en la dictadura de los 12 años que sacrificaron su vida se convirtieron en héroes. La sociedad les reconoce ser víctimas de persecuciones, de maltratos, de prisiones y aun así siguieron defendiendo su idea del país mejor. No se trata de si tenían razón o no, se trata del sacrificio.Escuchar hoy día a gente del mundo de la farándula hablar de persecución, horas después de tomarse una foto tomando un trago en un restaurante caro, es risible. Les he dicho que estoy harta de las relaciones públicas de los políticos que pretenden un espacio sin plantear posiciones políticas, pero ahora son los falsos héroes. Con dinero se puede casi  todo y si el propietario del dinero quiere hacer mucho daño lo hará en la proporción de su fortuna, pero, con dinero nadie se convierte en héroe. Es más ni siquiera se convierte en decente. 

Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “There is no knowledge without power”.  Today on the podcast I'm sharing three powerful insights:Knowledge is power - it's a simple shift that makes an enormous differenceWealthy AF is all about knowledge without pressureMy Transformation Story: How taking the pressure off myself to be better paved the way for massive awareness and shifts in my relationship to moneyThis episode needed to be heard by you today my love.  Go ahead and press play.--Your MONEY transformation awaits!  Get on the waitlist TODAY:amyvanmeijl.com/moneyDoors open March 7th!--CONFIDENCE WORKSHOP WAITLIST:   amyvanmeijl.com/confidence--GO DEEPER:Freebies, coaching & money programs: amyvanmeijl.com -- SUBMIT A QUESTION: Submit a question to the podcast: amyvanmeijl.com/podcastquestions -- SOCIALS & SHARE A REVIEW: 

What if every single day could be a payday?Not just in dollars and cents—but in value, relationships, and impact. Today, we're unpacking a powerful lesson inspired by Ralph Waldo Emerson's essay Compensation: You get back what you put out into the world.If you bring good energy, good products, and good service to the marketplace, the rewards—whether financial or personal—will follow. This isn't just a business philosophy; it's a life philosophy. Stack enough value-driven days together, and the payday will come.So, what are you putting out into the world today?If you're about building long-term success in multifamily, leadership, and PropTech, hit LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for more insights!

Episode Highlights: [00:11] Volume Creates StabilityIf your results feel inconsistent, you might not have a sales or marketing problem—you might just need more volume. Ryan explains why success often comes down to increasing output.[02:11] Resonance Over UnderstandingInspired by The Seven Frequencies of Communication, Brook shares a key insight: it's not just about making people understand—it's about making them feel. True influence happens at the level of resonance.[04:23] What You Give Energy to GrowsRyan and Brook discuss a quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson: "The only thing that can grow is the thing you give energy to." Where is your focus right now? Because that's exactly what's expanding in your life and business.[06:29] The Myth of MultitaskingBrook shares his recent shift away from multitasking and how focused work—especially during uninterrupted weekend hours—has led to massive productivity breakthroughs.[09:36] The Long-Form Content TakeoverRyan drops eye-opening stats proving that long-form content is outperforming short-form, including:55% of podcast listeners complete full episodes.LinkedIn articles get 3X more engagement than short posts.YouTube long-form videos (10+ minutes) get 400% more watch time than shorts for educational content.

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "How can you shift your mindset to find more joy and fulfillment in the journey, rather than just the destination?" Enjoy Episode 4 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

In November 1839, a group of young women in Boston formed a conversation society "to answer the great questions" of special importance to women: "What are we born to do? How shall we do it?" The lives and works of the five women who discussed these questions are at the center of Bright Circle, a group biography of remarkable thinkers and artists who played pathbreaking roles in the transcendentalist movement. Transcendentalism remains the most important literary and philosophical movement to have originated in the United States. Most accounts of it, however, trace its emergence to a group of young intellectuals (primarily Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau) dissatisfied with their religious, literary, and social culture. Yet there is a forgotten history of transcendentalism--a submerged counternarrative--that features a network of fiercely intelligent women who were central to the development of the movement even as they found themselves silenced by their culturally-assigned roles as women. Bright Circle: Five Remarkable Women in the Age of Transcendentalism (Oxford UP, 2024) is intended to reorient our understanding of transcendentalism: to help us see the movement as a far more collaborative and interactive project between women and men than is commonly understood. It recounts the lives of Mary Moody Emerson, Elizabeth Palmer Peabody, Sophia Peabody Hawthorne, Lydia Jackson Emerson, and Margaret Fuller as they developed crucial ideas about the self, nature, and feeling even as they pushed their male counterparts to consider the rights of enslaved people of color and women. Many ideas once considered original to Emerson and Thoreau are shown to have originated with women who had little opportunity of publicly expressing them. Together, the five women of Bright Circle helped form the foundations of American feminism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In November 1839, a group of young women in Boston formed a conversation society "to answer the great questions" of special importance to women: "What are we born to do? How shall we do it?" The lives and works of the five women who discussed these questions are at the center of Bright Circle, a group biography of remarkable thinkers and artists who played pathbreaking roles in the transcendentalist movement. Transcendentalism remains the most important literary and philosophical movement to have originated in the United States. Most accounts of it, however, trace its emergence to a group of young intellectuals (primarily Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau) dissatisfied with their religious, literary, and social culture. Yet there is a forgotten history of transcendentalism--a submerged counternarrative--that features a network of fiercely intelligent women who were central to the development of the movement even as they found themselves silenced by their culturally-assigned roles as women. Bright Circle: Five Remarkable Women in the Age of Transcendentalism (Oxford UP, 2024) is intended to reorient our understanding of transcendentalism: to help us see the movement as a far more collaborative and interactive project between women and men than is commonly understood. It recounts the lives of Mary Moody Emerson, Elizabeth Palmer Peabody, Sophia Peabody Hawthorne, Lydia Jackson Emerson, and Margaret Fuller as they developed crucial ideas about the self, nature, and feeling even as they pushed their male counterparts to consider the rights of enslaved people of color and women. Many ideas once considered original to Emerson and Thoreau are shown to have originated with women who had little opportunity of publicly expressing them. Together, the five women of Bright Circle helped form the foundations of American feminism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

"LOVE IS THE GREATEST.""Even greater than faith, or hope, or any other thing.We celebrate the love of Valentine's Day and appropriately so. That loving celebration is fun, romantic, even emotional. It is a day set aside once to live love and to express our love to all, but especially so to someone special.Love is a word difficult of definition. In fact, it has many component parts. Love is complex, defining itself, manifesting itself in so many different ways. But love is a force without which we can not live, or live right. It is the stuff of life, and without it, life is mere existence, sterile and harsh. Love is the force, the resource of God, an energy which produces the highest and best relationships with OTHERS, and, as we love ourselves, allows us to live life at its highest levels.TO LOVE AND TO BE LOVED IS THE GREATEST HAPPINESS OF EXISTENCE. Sosaid Sydnie Smith.Love out and in is a daily process which produces the greatest happiness. It does indeed. Nothing feels better than to give love, share love, and experience love.NOTHING.""If you had no one to love, you would never be hurt. But, you would never grow. You would never venture outside your own self-centered needs and perceptions. Your heart would never be cracked open so that God could enter it. To love and love unconditionally is to take risks, and especially the risk of rejection. But nothing energizes and cleanses like love.Profound words about love by a poet unknown. To love another, large or small, is the only real way that one can grow as a human being. The risk of loving produces the risk of hurt but even hurt toughens and matures love. The risk of loving another allows one to VENTURE OUTSIDE and to experience. Doing that allows your very own heart to be CRACKED OPEN so that love in its purest sense could enter, that is God Himself. Loving is always risky, and especially the risk of rejection. Rejection hurts but it is part of the loving process. The risk of love is worth it because nothingenergizes like love, and nothing cleanses like love, NOTHING.""Charles Dickens said that a loving heart is the truest wisdom. Knowing life at its best, the most real and the truest wisdom can only be produced by a loving heart, a heart cracked open and wanting more love.""Robert Schuller said that in the presence of love, miracles happen. Love itself is a miracle and the loving miracle produces other miracles. Miracles can and should happen more often and they can and will happen when:LOVE IS AT WORKTrue love allows us insight, real insight into the character and persona of another:“BECAUSE I LOVE YOU, I CATCH GLIMPSES OF THE YOU GOD CREATED, THE TRUE YOU. I SEE YOUR IMPERFECTIONS AND FAILURES, BUT I CHOOSE TO SEE PAST THEM TO THE REAL YOU. LOVE CREATES A PLACE WHERE YOU ARE FREETO BECOME YOUR COMPLETE SELF.”""What a marvelous statement. Perhaps we can only really know another not completely but only with glimpses and those glimpses made possible only because of love.We are all riddled with imperfections and failures, are we not? We can see past things in our desire to find the real person, the real you. Love breaks down those barriers and produces eyes that truly see.Benjamin Disraeli the great English Prime Minister said that:“WE ARE ALL BORN TO LOVE. IT IS THE PRINCIPLE OF ITS EXISTENCE AND ITS ONLY END.”""Born to love, genetic, all that we really are, the very highest principle itself of existence. And, its only end, like the highest and greatest spiritual commandment that we should love the Lord our God with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength and our neighbor as ourselves. In fact, we are known as Christians, followers of the Christ:IF YOU HAVE LOVE ONE FOR ANOTHERLove said another is tough, practical, and active. Love is washing the kitchen floor over and over again. Love is scrubbing the toilet and doing the laundry. Love is taking out the garbage and cleaning the refrigerator. Love is smiling when you are tired, finding reasons to laugh even when you are angry, volunteering for a dirty job, working hard, and making the world a better place.Powerful and profound. Indeed, love is practical. Love is very much in the scrubbing of the toilet. Love is there from the one who takes out the garbage. Love indeed delights in the dirty jobs for when you do for the least of these, you do it unto HIM.""And yet more insight into the God of all love:GOD SAYS TO US, IN LOVE, I HOLD YOU IN MY MIND. I REMEMBER YOU. I HOLD ALL OF THE PIECES OF YOU. THE PAST WOUNDS AND THE PRESENT. AND INLOVE, I KNIT THEM TOGETHER INTO THE PERSON I LOVE, THE PERSON I CREATED TO GIVE ME JOY:""YOU.""Held are we in the mind of God, remembering us even as we remember Him, all of our various pieces, wounds, wrongs, and problems no matter. God knits them together and all become the mosaic, the person God loves, the individual and special you.Love frees us of the weight and pain of life! True love always lightens life's heaviestburdens. True love is a force far more powerful than the weapons of any enemy.Life is a flower of which love is the honey, so said Victor Hugo. Love is knit into the very cells of our bodies. It is written into our DNA. It is encoded in the chemicals that make plants green. It is that which makes the sky blue, the substance of the song of the birds in summer, the whisper of the wind in the trees, the silence of the snow as it falls. Love is the voice of God calling to us endlessly and passionately through all HIS marvelous creation.There is no fear in love. Perfect love drives out fear. The more one loves, the less there is of which to be afraid. Love secures and drives our insecurity. Love at work is the most powerful force and energy of all.Take away love, said Robert Browning, and our earth is a tomb. Without love, life is like dead, lifeless, even meaningless. And, if you wish to be loved, LOVE. Any time that is not spent on love is time wasted.True love is a durable fire in the mind ever-burning, never sick, never old, never dead, from itself never turning, so said Sir Walter Raleigh. The durable fire of love burns unquenchable, always alive, always energizing.The great artist Vincent Van Gogh said:“THE HEART THAT LOVES IS ALWAYS YOUNG. LOVE IS A MARVELOUS BEAUTIFIER. LOVE IS ART AT WORK. I ALWAYS THINK THAT THE BEST WAY TO KNOW GOD IS TO LOVE MANY THINGS.”""Indeed, all of art is love at work and there really can be no great art without love. It beautifies and brings out the best in everything.Here, the words of Thomas Merton:“THE BEGINNING OF LOVE IS TO LET THOSE WHO LOVE BE PERFECTLYTHEMSELVES, AND NOT TO TWIST THEM TO FIT OUR OWN IMAGE. OTHERWISE,WE LOVE ONLY THE REFLECTION OF OURSELVES WE FIND IN THEM.”""The more we are perfectly ourselves, living to our highest and best, the more and better of us there is.Love cures people, the ones who give it and the ones who receive it. Love conquers all things, so said the ancient poet, Virgil.""Love allows us to believe so fully and firmly in God even when He is silent!The great thinker-theologian Soren Kierkegaard profoundly stated that when one has once fully entered the realm of love, the world, no matter how imperfect becomes rich and beautiful. It consists solely of opportunities for love.It is love, said Thomas Mann, not reason that is stronger than death. And that love, stronger than and which conquers death is the love of the Christ on the cross and the resurrection which followed.To love someone is to see a miracle invisible to others, said Francois Mauriac. Life is replete with invisible miracles which can only be revealed by love at work.If you love somebody, tell them, so said Rod McKuen. The telling unleashes the energy and the power of love.The heart has its reasons which reason alone can not understand, so said the thinker Blaise Pascal. Love is a dimension in life different from and beyond reason itself. The more the mind the less the heart and consequently the less love. Reason no matter how wise can never understand love.The great theologian Paul Tillich said that the first beauty of love is to listen. One who loves wants to listen more than talk, listen to every word, every expression of thought and emotion which comes from the one loved. Listening, really listening in a caring way, may very well be the highest attribute of true love.For those who love, time is eternity. Love is God's finger on man's shoulder. Love is like a running brook that sings its melody to the night. To wake at dawn with a winged heart and to give thanks for another day of loving. Love is a symbol of eternity. It wipes out all sense of time, destroying all memory of a beginning and all fear of an end.Sir Alfred Lord Tennyson said:“TIS BETTER TO HAVE LOVED AND LOST THAN NEVER TO HAVE LOVED AT ALL.”""Love indeed is risky, the risk of rejection but a life lived without true love is a life never really lived at all.I love you, says Anna Corbin, as you are, not as you wish to be. I love you for the real person you are, not the imaginary perhaps I fantasize you could be. I love the real,amazing, utterly unique YOU.""Love in the ultimate, unconditional, love so REAL.If you love until it hurts, really hurts, there can be no more hurt, only more love said the wonderfully loving Mother Teresa. True love at work drives away the hurt.""Looking back, said one, I have this to regret. That too often when I loved, I did not say so. Love uncommunicated is love aborted. It is there but never shared. More time is spent judging people which leaves less time to love them.Zelda Fitzgerald said that nobody has ever measured, not even poets, how much love the heart can hold. There is no limit to love, none whatsoever. Love is there, always and love takes up when knowledge leaves off. In fact, love is the supreme knowledge, superior to all else.Love's greatest gift is its ability to make everything it touches sacred. Love at work produces the holiest of the holies. The great English statesman William E. Gladstone said the following:“WE LOOK FORWARD TO THE TIME WHEN THE POWER OF LOVE WILL REPLACE THE LOVE OF POWER. THEN WILL OUR WORLD KNOW THE BLESSINGS OF PEACE. POWER KILLS LOVE AND WITHOUT LOVE, THERE IS NO PEACE. THERE ISNOTHING MORE POWERFUL BEFORE AND EVER AGAIN THAN LOVE.”""The theologian Reinhold Niebuhr said the following:“WE ARE SAVED BY THE FINAL FORM OF LOVE, WHICH IS FORGIVENESS. FORGIVING AND FORGETTING ARE THE HIGHEST ACTS OF LOVE RESULTING IN OUR SALVATION. THERE WAS ONE, YEARS AGO, DRIVEN TO THE CROSS BY THE LOVE OF MANKIND PROVIDING IN HIS DEATH THE LIFE AND THE LOVE WE LEAD.THE CROSS WAS THE FINAL AND FORGIVING FORM OF LOVE.”""The crucifixion of the Christ on the cross was indeed the ultimate act of love. The great writer C.S. Lewis said the following:“TO LOVE AT ALL IS TO BE VULNERABLE. LOVE ANYTHING AND YOUR HEART WILL CERTAINLY BE WRUNG AND POSSIBLY BROKEN. LOVE BREAKS DOWN ALL BARRIERS, OPENS WIDE THE HEART, EXPOSES TRUE INNOCENCE AND RISKS THE WRINGING AND THE BREAKING OF THIS MORE PRIZED POSSESSION. REAL LOVE DEMANDS THIS, CONSTANTLY.”Sir Arthur Pinero said that “those who love deeply never grow old. They may die of old age, but they die young at heart.”That deep love here and now is but a prelude to the perfect love there. In fact, they are one love contiguous and continuous. Love is both earthly and eternal. Love never dies. For there is only one real happiness in life and that is to love and to be loved.The great writer Ralph Waldo Emerson said:“NEVER SELF-POSSESSED OR PRUDENT, LOVE IS ALL ABANDONMENT.”""True love is pure risk, always. Love at work risks hurt to the self and rejection by another. But the risk at work is what makes the word of love so special.""Vulnerability, openness, risk but so great reward.Hear then the marvelous words of the great poet William Wordsworth:“A PERSON CAN BE SO CHANGED BY LOVE AS TO BE UNRECOGNIZABLE AS THE SAME PERSON. LOVE TRANSFORMS, REGENERATES. LOVE PRODUCES CHANGE, EVERYWHERE AND IN EVERYONE. LOVE BETTERS WHAT IS BEST!”""The great philosopher Plato said that love is the best friend of human kind, the helper and the healer of all ills that stand in the way of human happiness. In fact, love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries and without them, humanity can not survive. And for some real definition of the word love, hear the words of Saint Augustine:“WHAT DOES LOVE LOOK LIKE? WHY, IT HAS HANDS TO HELP OTHERS. IT HAS FEET TO HASTEN TO THE POOR AND NEEDY. IT HAS EYES TO SEE MISERY AND WANT. IT HAS EARS TO HEAR THE SIGHS AND SORROWS OF HUMANKIND. THATIS WHAT LOVE LOOKS LIKE!”""Amen and amen. Hands and feet at work, eyes and ears to see and hear human need. Love at work is what love really is.Love comes supreme and most innocently from a child. A child's love is pure, uncomplicated, unconditional, fully trusting. Such innocence opens deep the world of feeling and emotion and it is a return to that childlike love and that ability to love which alone can make complete the adult version of that child. May we all be wise enough to return to the innocent love of a little child.And so my friends, my fellow Americans, we the Crawford Broadcasting Company wish you all of the love possible on Valentine's Day and during Valentine's week. May love in all its forms permeate your life and may you know the supreme love of the One who laid down His life for you. Live love every day and know the real and true meaning of life.And finally, the profound words of poet Emily Dickenson:“IF I CAN STOP ONE HEART FROM BREAKINGI SHALL NOT LIVE IN VAINIF I CAN EASE ONE LIFE THE ACHING OR COOL ONE PAINOR HELP ONE FAINTING ROBIN IN TO HIS NEST AGAINI SHALL NOT LIVE IN VAIN!”""Love is the greatest!"

SummaryIn this episode, SaCola Lehr explores the concept of work-life harmony, emphasizing the flaws of the traditional work-life balance model. She discusses the importance of prioritizing oneself and how self-care is essential for maintaining energy and clarity. The conversation shifts to actionable steps for turning harmony into action, including creating a framework for prioritizing values and making small changes for a significant impact. The episode concludes with a challenge to reflect on personal values and align daily activities accordingly.TakeawaysBalance isn't about standing still; it's about motion and flow.Work-life harmony is the real goal, not balance.Balance creates unrealistic expectations that lead to guilt and burnout.Harmony is about integrating personal and professional life.Self-care is vital for maintaining energy and clarity.Setting boundaries allows you to show up better for others.Reflect on what's truly important to you and align actions with values.Small changes in daily routines can lead to significant impacts.Focus on your energy, not just your availability.Happiness comes from aligning thoughts, words, and actions.Tools and Strategies"Mindfulness Journaling": "00:06:01""Creating a Harmony Checklist": "00:12:58"Quotes"Albert Einstein": "00:00:01""Oprah Winfrey": "00:01:27""Steve Jobs": "00:06:01""Ralph Waldo Emerson": "00:11:23""Mahatma Gandhi": "00:12:58"'00:03:02', 'My aunt found more freedom by focusing on what truly matters at the time, aligning her life to her values.''00:06:01', 'If you don't take time to take care of yourself, to do things that fuel you, that energize you, emptiness syndrome and that period of your life is real.''00:12:58', 'Work-life harmony isn't a destination; it's a journey, a process, and by focusing on your values, prioritizing your self-care, and embracing flexibility, you can create a life that feels authentic and fulfilling.'Podcast Episode Reference00:12:58 Check out episode 13 on Creating Core Values for Your Life & BusinessChapters00:00 Introduction to Work-Life Harmony01:18 Flaws of Work-Life Balance04:32 The Importance of Prioritizing Yourself08:15 Turning Harmony into Action11:51 Creating a Harmony FrameworkReady to join the WLO community to receive exclusive updates? Click the link: https://workitliveitownit.com/Follow SaCola on Instagram: https://instagram.com/workitliveitownit Subscribe to Work it, Live it, Own it! On YouTube: https://bit.ly/2lxB1TSEmail for business inquiries: info@workitliveitownit.com

This Episode Is Sponsored By The Inner Circle Mastermind In this high-energy episode of The Thinking Big Podcast, your host Sean Osborn breaks down the game-changing principle that action ignites clarity. Drawing from Ralph Waldo Emerson's timeless quote, “Do the thing and you shall have the power,” Sean shows you how the real roadmap to transformation only reveals itself once you take that first bold step. Whether it's launching a new business, pursuing a dream relationship, or leveling up your health, this episode will fire you up to pivot, adapt, and discover what you're truly meant to do.   What You'll Learn in This Episode Why Over-Planning Can Paralyze You: How endless preparation and brainstorming often keeps you stuck in place. Recognizing the moment to stop planning and start doing. The Power of Pivots and Adaptation: Why your original plan likely won't match reality—and why that's a good thing. Practical tips on embracing shifts and letting new possibilities unfold organically. Real-World Proof: Sean's Fitness Journey How a single step into cycling led him into running, triathlons, and eventually the Ironman. The power of discovering hidden passions through hands-on experience. Business and Personal Life Crossover How the “start to see the path” mindset applies to everything from career changes to relationships. Why a plan that once lit you up might now be pointing to a totally different direction—and how to know when it's time to move on. The Ultimate Takeaway You gain clarity, confidence, and real momentum only by moving forward. How to manage expectations and keep going when the detours inevitably show up.   Key Quotes to Fire You Up “Do the thing and you shall have the power.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson “You can plan until the cows come home, but you'll never see the real blueprint until you start.” – Sean Osborne “Sometimes the plan you thought was perfect becomes the stepping stone to something bigger and better.” – Sean Osborne   Energy Shots (Quick Takeaways) Action = Real Data: Nothing beats the feedback you get from jumping in and trying. Embrace the Reveal: Let go of rigidity; stay flexible to new directions and opportunities. One Spark Can Lead to an Inferno: A single step in fitness or business can ignite a fire you never saw coming. Stay Open, Stay Curious: Allow life's nudges and two-by-four moments to guide you.   Your Next Step Start the “Thing” You've Been Avoiding: Whether it's a small daily habit or a major life leap—commit to just one action today. Ask Yourself: “Where am I clinging to an old plan that no longer serves me?” Journal or reflect on what needs rethinking right now. Share & Inspire: Know someone stuck in planning mode? Send them this episode and give them a boost to just start.   Resources & Links Connect with Sean Osborne: Website: ThinkingBigCoaching.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinkingbigcoaching/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sean.osborn1 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thinkingbigcoaching YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@seanosborn1038 Recommended Reading: Self-Reliance by Ralph Waldo Emerson (for that extra dose of “do the thing” inspiration). Share the Momentum If this episode lit a fire under you, spread the word! Tag @SeanOsborneMentor on social media, and let's inspire more people to stop overthinking and start taking action. Your posts, shares, and ratings help keep this mission going strong. Rate & Review If you loved today's show, leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform. It fuels the show's growth and helps more high-achievers discover the Thinking Big mindset. Remember: You won't really know if your dream is everything you hoped (or more!) until you're in the thick of it. Start now, adapt along the way, and watch how quickly the path reveals itself. Let's keep thinking bigger, taking bold steps, and creating the life we can't stop smiling about. Thank you for tuning in, and keep taking action—because that's where the magic truly happens!

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius (180 AD) vs Self-Reliance by Ralph Waldo Emerson (1841)

"I'm not a greedy guy. I don't chase money—it follows me." – Donald Baker What does success look like to the average entrepreneur? For most, it's all about wealth. For Don, it's about impact. From the beginning, he's sought to empower his employees & do the right thing, no matter the cost. Whether transforming air quality standards in pools to protect swimmers or creating ESOPs to give his employees a financial stake in their futures, Don shows us that perseverance, purpose, & innovation can exist in any business. Shaped by his father's lessons, he shares why he believes “most people don't know what they're capable of,” and that hands-on, creative leadership leads to breakthroughs that redefine industry. Don builds pools. More importantly, builds opportunities, legacies, & futures where hard work & innovation are rewarded. If you're seeking inspiration & looking to make a difference in your industry, this episode will challenge you to rethink what it means to succeed. Learn more about his work Paddock Pool Equipment Company, Pure Aqua Products, and Paddock Construction Company. Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “You don't chase success—you create it with the right mindset.” Don's a living example.

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Contrary to popular belief, confidence isn't something you start with—it's something you earn. Darren Hardy reveals the truth about building lasting confidence and how success is the foundation.  In this thought-provoking episode, you'll learn: -Why confidence is the outcome, not the starting point. -The iterative process of action, skill, and results that fuels self-belief. -How success drives confidence, and how confidence, in turn, fuels more success. -The dangers of stagnation and how to keep reinforcing your confidence. As Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “Do the thing, and you shall have the power.” This is your guide to becoming the exception—by acting, growing, and succeeding. Get more personal mentoring from Darren each day. Go to DarrenDaily at http://darrendaily.com/join to learn more.

In this talk from their 20-year reunion at Harvard, Timothy Leary reflects on the journey he and Ram Dass shared as they explored the boundaries of consciousness with no signposts to guide them.Ram Dass Here & Now is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ramdass and get on your way to being your best self.This show is also sponsored by Magic Mind, a matcha-based energy shot infused with nootropics and adaptogens designed to crush procrastination, brain fog, & fatigue. Use the code RAMDASS at checkout to get up to 50% off your subscription: Magic MindThis episode is part two of the Ram Dass and Timothy Leary reunion event at Harvard University on April 24, 1983. Don't miss part one: The Explorer's Club. In this recording:Timothy Leary takes center stage to share his perspective on the journey he and Ram Dass took when they came together at Harvard. He begins with a brief history of the tradition of transcendental thinking at Harvard which began with Ralph Waldo Emerson. Timothy talks about the simplicity of their work in those early days as he and Ram Dass explored the boundaries of human consciousness with no signposts to guide them. He shares some thoughts on the notorious Good Friday Experiment and discusses the important insights into psychopharmacology they discovered, including the concept of set and setting.Shifting topics to their post-Harvard lives, Timothy talks about the “happiness hotels” he and Ram Dass were running. They share some laughs about the Harvard Crimson, being tracked by the CIA, and Timothy's description of Ram Dass in his autobiography. Finally, they discuss the mileage they got out of various myths over the years and what their post-Harvard voyages of discovery were like for each of them. Today's talk was chosen in celebration of the new book, Dying To Know, which chronicles the epic friendship between Ram Dass and Timothy Leary that shaped generations of seekers. Get your copy today!“In those days, it did seem almost miraculously simple. We gave, we shared; we took these drugs as novices, as amateurs, hesitantly moving into a field that had no signposts or guidelines. There was simply no language in Western psychology to describe altered states of consciousness or ecstasies or visions or terrors. A psychiatrist said these were psychotomimetic experiences, but that didn't seem to tell us too much. We were smart enough, and I give us this credit, to know how little we knew.” – Timothy LearySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.