Podcasts about Reassurance

Show Notes/Brief Summary/Blog Post:Kim Dully shares practical tips and personal insights on preparing for the new school year, emphasizing the importance of support networks, goal setting, and trusting your parental instincts.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections on the School Year02:24 Important Steps for Hope Scholarship Notice of Intent05:47 Supporting Your Child's Confidence and Independence06:45 Navigating the Transition to a New Grade and Environment08:09 Goals for Personal Growth and Community Engagement09:37 Preparing for the First Days and Paperwork10:34 Building Your Support Network and Community Connections11:29 Reflecting on Family Values and Educational Choices12:27 Encouragement and Reassurance for Parents13:54 Offering Support and Resources for ParentsEpisode Highlights:School year preparation and routinesHope Scholarship notice of intentSetting academic, social, and emotional goalsBuilding a support network and communityEncouraging confidence and independence in childrenParenting tips for navigating new school environmentsQuotes:"You need to send in your notice of intent""Are you going to do what everyone else is doing?""One decision is not going to mess up your kids"More on Love Your School/Links Mentioned in Episode:Visit Our Show Notes Page HERE!Questions? Email Us! kim@loveyourschool.org www.loveyourschool.orgVisit our Facebook HERE!Visit our Instagram HERE!This show has been produced by Love Your School WV.

Nothing is more calming, more quieting, more hopeful to the troubled mind than rehearsing how deep and wide the love of God really is. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

July 31, 2026 Daily Devotional: “Strengthened by Love”Daniel 10:19 ​“Do not be afraid, you who are highly esteemed,” he said. “Peace! Be strong now; be strong.” When he spoke to me, I was strengthened and said, “Speak, my lord,since you have given me strength.” ​ ​We often try to manufacture our own strength. When faced with overwhelming seasons, daunting decisions, or relentless stress, the world tells us to "pull ourselves up by our bootstraps" or simply endure. But as Daniellearned, true spiritual and emotional strength doesn't start with our own grit—it starts with God's voice. ​Before Daniel was given the command to be strong, he was given a reminder of his identity: "You who are highly esteemed" (or in other translations, "O man greatly loved"). ​God didn't tell Daniel to pull it together first; He sent a messenger to reassure him of how deeply valued he was. Notice what happened next: “When he spoke tome, I was strengthened.” The word itself imparted the power Daniel needed to stand, listen, and obey. Once Daniel was strengthened by God's reassurance, his response shifted from panic to open readiness: "Speak...since you have given me strength." At its core, Daniel 10:19 reveals how God restores a weary soul—not by demanding human effort first, but by pouring out His love, peace, and strength. It teaches us a foundational spiritual principle: Reassurance precedes responsibility. ​When you feel drained, exhausted, or fearful, remember that God does not ask you to power through in your own reserve. When life leaves you overwhelmed, exhausted,or anxious, God does not ask you to power through on your own reserve. Peace and strength flow from knowing you are cherished by the Sovereign God of theuniverse. His word brings life to weary souls and steady feet to shaking knees. ​Your identity fuels your strength when God grounds you in His love before He calls you to step into battle or bear a burden. Strength comes through His presence because you don't have to summon peace on your own; His spoken word and presence provide it. Real strength begins when you pause, remember that you are deeply loved, and allow His peace to quiet your fears first. Only then are you truly equipped to face whatever comes next.

Have you ever felt the crushing weight of looking at your monthly bank statement and realizing your childcare bill costs more than your housing? It is a staggering reality facing modern families, but why is a system so crucial to our society treated like a personal luxury instead of essential infrastructure? In this episode, I sit down with working mom and leading childcare advocate Paige Connell to pull back the curtain on the skyrocketing costs and systemic failures of American childcare. Paige shares her viral journey of transparency, explains how the math of the current system forces women out of the workforce, and dismantles the oversimplified myths about simply relying on family or grandparents for help. The Viral Truth: Why breaking the taboo of discussing exact childcare costs resonated with millions of families online. The Sneaky Reality of Public School: Why childcare stress doesn't end at kindergarten and the hidden shock of summer camps and school breaks. The Real Economic Hit to Women: How temporary gaps in a career to handle childcare shortages cause permanent, long-term damage to women's salaries and retirement. Dismantling the Grandparent Narrative: Why relying on aging or working family members is a short-sighted and often dismissive answer to a policy problem. Childcare as Infrastructure: Why an economy built on capitalism is failing itself by pulling productive parents out of the workforce. How to Be "Squeaky": Tangible ways parents can advocate for changes within their corporate workplaces and local town levels. A Magic Wand Reform: Paige's three essential national shifts regarding paid leave, subsidized care, and workplace flexibility to completely transform family life. Connect with Paige Connell on Instagram @sheisapaigeturner and visit her site www.sheisapaigeturner.com/ 00:00 – Introduction & The Reality of Childcare Costs 02:18 – Page's Journey: Going Viral & Advocating for Change 03:48 – The Hidden Expenses: Beyond Preschool to Public School Years 05:07 – The Broad Financial & Emotional Impact on Families 07:54 – The Mental Load & Work Flexibility Challenges 09:23 – Dr. Mona Shares Her Personal Childcare Expense Story 11:15 – Disproportionate Effects on Women & Career Trajectories 13:58 – Why Alternative Care (Like Grandparents) Isn't Always the Answer 17:15 – Systemic Issues: Why America Lacks Childcare Infrastructure 19:24 – Logistical Nightmares: School Calendars vs. Work Hours 21:56 – Actionable Advice & Reassurance for Struggling Parents 24:34 – 3 Key Changes Needed to Fix the Childcare Crisis 27:14 – Closing Thoughts & How to Connect Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! Shop Dr. Mona's favorite products: https://shopmy.us/shop/pedsdoctalk (paid link) And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you ever felt the crushing weight of looking at your monthly bank statement and realizing your childcare bill costs more than your housing? It is a staggering reality facing modern families, but why is a system so crucial to our society treated like a personal luxury instead of essential infrastructure? In this episode, I sit down with working mom and leading childcare advocate Paige Connell to pull back the curtain on the skyrocketing costs and systemic failures of American childcare. Paige shares her viral journey of transparency, explains how the math of the current system forces women out of the workforce, and dismantles the oversimplified myths about simply relying on family or grandparents for help. The Viral Truth: Why breaking the taboo of discussing exact childcare costs resonated with millions of families online. The Sneaky Reality of Public School: Why childcare stress doesn't end at kindergarten and the hidden shock of summer camps and school breaks. The Real Economic Hit to Women: How temporary gaps in a career to handle childcare shortages cause permanent, long-term damage to women's salaries and retirement. Dismantling the Grandparent Narrative: Why relying on aging or working family members is a short-sighted and often dismissive answer to a policy problem. Childcare as Infrastructure: Why an economy built on capitalism is failing itself by pulling productive parents out of the workforce. How to Be "Squeaky": Tangible ways parents can advocate for changes within their corporate workplaces and local town levels. A Magic Wand Reform: Paige's three essential national shifts regarding paid leave, subsidized care, and workplace flexibility to completely transform family life. Connect with Paige Connell on Instagram @sheisapaigeturner and visit her site www.sheisapaigeturner.com/ 00:00 – Introduction & The Reality of Childcare Costs 02:18 – Page's Journey: Going Viral & Advocating for Change 03:48 – The Hidden Expenses: Beyond Preschool to Public School Years 05:07 – The Broad Financial & Emotional Impact on Families 07:54 – The Mental Load & Work Flexibility Challenges 09:23 – Dr. Mona Shares Her Personal Childcare Expense Story 11:15 – Disproportionate Effects on Women & Career Trajectories 13:58 – Why Alternative Care (Like Grandparents) Isn't Always the Answer 17:15 – Systemic Issues: Why America Lacks Childcare Infrastructure 19:24 – Logistical Nightmares: School Calendars vs. Work Hours 21:56 – Actionable Advice & Reassurance for Struggling Parents 24:34 – 3 Key Changes Needed to Fix the Childcare Crisis 27:14 – Closing Thoughts & How to Connect Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! Shop Dr. Mona's favorite products: https://shopmy.us/shop/pedsdoctalk (paid link) And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode, I'm unpacking why reassurance never seems to stick and why asking for more isn't actually the thing that's going to make you feel safe. One of the biggest mindset shifts I ever had was realizing I wasn't really asking: "Do you love me?" I was asking: "Am I safe?" And those are two completely different questions. We get into: ✨ Why reassurance feels good... for about five minutes ✨ The anxious attachment loop that keeps resetting itself ✨ Why your partner can't fix something that isn't actually coming from them ✨ The difference between communicating your needs and chasing reassurance ✨ How to build the kind of internal safety that doesn't disappear every time they take three hours to text back If you've ever felt embarrassed by how much reassurance you need or wondered why you can absolutely crush it at work but completely unravel over one delayed text... this episode is for you. And if you're tired of understanding your patterns but still feeling trapped by them... I have something coming that's built exactly for that.

If you constantly find yourself chasing emotionally unavailable people or bringing overwhelming anxiety into your relationships, this episode is for you. Jillian breaks down why we stay stuck in painful patterns, how fear disguises itself as chemistry, and why true security starts with learning to meet your own emotional needs. She also shares practical ways to self-soothe, communicate from a grounded place, and finally stop abandoning yourself in the pursuit of love. Got a question for Jillian? Record your voice message here and it could be answered in an upcoming episode! https://www.jillianturecki.com/askjillian  Download Jillian's FREE limerence workbook, http://jillianturecki.com/workbook  Join my community and membership, The Conscious Woman Order Jillian's book It Begins with You: The 9 Hard Truths About Love That Will Change Your Life at https://www.jillianturecki.com/book ~~ Follow the show on: Instagram: @jillianonlove Threads: @jillianturecki YouTube: @jillian.turecki Email the show at hello@jillianonlove.com  Subscribe to Jillian on Love+ on Apple Podcasts or Patreon ~~ Follow Jillian Turecki on: Instagram: @jillianturecki TikTok: @jillian.turecki X: @JillianTurecki Visit her website at jillianturecki.com ~~ Jillian On Love is brought to you by QCODE. To advertise on the show, contact us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When you have nowhere to turn, you're not alone because the very presence of God stands with you there and will bring you through it. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org.   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-14 Sermon: “Reassurance in Relationship” Min. Theodore Jones, III Solo: arr. Mark Hayes (b. 1953) Cynthia Mellon, mezzo-soprano

Signs of Life's Medium & Messages with Host: #FFFCertifiedMedium Joe Perreta and Guest: FFFCertifiedMedium Travis Holp Messages Across the Veil: Healing, Humor, and Evidential Connections Summary A Medium's Unexpected Calling Host Joe Perreta welcomes certified medium Travis Holp for his first appearance on the program and explores the unconventional path that led him to professional mediumship. Holp explains that intuitive and spiritual experiences had been present throughout his life, although he did not initially recognize them as communication from spirit. After a 17-year career in the beauty industry, sobriety during the pandemic, and a major professional transition, he began offering readings online and gradually embraced mediumship as his life's work. He describes the practice as a way to help people find peace, closure, and a renewed connection with a higher power. Learning Through Practice and Self-Knowledge Holp discusses studying through virtual classes, mentors, and the traditions of Spiritualism while emphasizing that consistent practice is the most important part of development. He explains that learning to distinguish personal anxiety from energetic impressions helped him understand how his body processes intuitive information. Perreta and Holp agree that therapy, self-awareness, and understanding one's own emotional patterns are essential for anyone doing psychic or mediumistic work. They also acknowledge that the work can be emotionally intense and requires deliberate mental-health practices. The Emotional Weight Behind the Work Holp recounts an experience at a Pride event in Tacoma where two separate encounters reminded him of the emotional responsibility attached to his public work. One person asked him to record encouragement for a terminally ill friend, while another thanked him for a previous reading involving departed family members. Although he deeply values these connections, the emotional impact left him needing a private moment to cry. The conversation underscores that mediumship can be both deeply rewarding and personally demanding. Live Connections with Callers The program then moves into a series of live mini-readings with callers from Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Georgia, and Texas. Holp offers impressions involving departed parents, children, friends, family health concerns, meaningful dates, jewelry, flowers, hearts, hummingbirds, and other personal symbols. Some details are immediately recognized, while others require reflection or are only partially understood during the call. The full range of responses is preserved, including moments when a caller cannot initially identify a name, date, or relationship. Messages of Reassurance and Continuing Bonds Across the calls, the central themes are reassurance, gratitude, and continuing emotional bonds with departed loved ones. Dawn receives messages connected to her mother and a lively friend; Angela hears reassurance about caring for her father's siblings; Kim is told that her daughter's soul is at peace; and Kathy receives anniversary acknowledgments from her parents. Mary's reading centers on her close relationship with her father, including his special chair and distinctive signature, while Griselda receives a message intended in part for her mother about her father's complicated passing and an upcoming birthday remembrance. Healing, Humor, and Hope The episode balances grief-centered conversations with humor, warmth, and candid discussion about the fallibility of interpretation. Holp and Perreta repeatedly explain that a medium may misunderstand a name or symbol even when the underlying impression has meaning, and they allow callers space to recognize details later. The program closes with information about Holp's events, book, and website, as well as the Forever Family Foundation's educational programming. Perreta ends by encouraging listeners to seek healing and remember their enduring connection with loved ones who have died.

None of us signed up to help train superintelligence. That's the case Don Shin, CEO of CrossComm, makes on this episode of High Octane Leadership — and it's just one of the uncomfortable ideas he brings to the table about AI.Don has spent 25 years building digital products, from Netscape-era websites to mobile apps to AI-driven platforms, and he tells Donald Thompson plainly: AI is a bigger shift than the internet ever was. Not because the technology is flashier, but because it automates judgment and decision-making, not just deterministic tasks — and it's moving faster than society has time to adjust to.The conversation covers a lot of ground: why 30,000 layoffs at a profitable Oracle are really an AI-infrastructure bet, why anxiety about AI is turning into outright resistance, and Don's case for a “token tax” — a proposal to tax the electricity and water consumption of AI data centers so the economic gains of AI don't just accrue to a handful of companies that trained their models on data none of us knowingly volunteered.Don shares the PROMPT framework, a five-part method for getting better results out of any AI tool, and a sobering warning about AI sycophancy: an assistant that never disagrees with you is not therapy, and it's not friendship either.This is a conversation about where the next five years of work, leadership, and human connection are headed — and what to do about it before the choice is made for us.Key Talking PointsThe Abundance of Intelligence — Don's framework for understanding AI as an economic shift on the scale of previous “abundance” moments in history — and why this one is moving faster than any before it.AI Anxiety Becomes AI Resistance — Why simply reassuring employees isn't enough, and what leaders actually need to offer people to bring them along.The Case for a Token Tax — Don's proposal to tax the electricity and water consumption of AI data centers, and why he believes the true cost of AI tokens is being artificially subsidized.You're Using Claude Wrong — Donald's own experience learning that an AI's first two drafts are educated guesses — and what changes once you actually train the tool on your voice and judgment.The Danger of Sycophancy — Why an AI that never disagrees with you may be a bigger risk to the next generation than job displacement.The PROMPT Framework — Don's five-part model — Persona, Request, Output, Mandatories, Priority — for getting dependable results out of any AI tool.About the GuestDon Shin is CEO of CrossComm, a digital product studio he founded as an undergraduate — building websites in the Netscape 1.1 era before leading the company through mobile apps, augmented and virtual reality, IoT, and now AI-driven development. A 25-plus year technology industry veteran and Duke University alum, Don is a sought-after speaker on artificial intelligence and its impact on business and society. He is the creator of the PROMPT framework, a practical model for effective AI prompting, and Speak To My Future Self, a personal AI reflection tool.ResourcesCrossComm: https://www.crosscomm.com/Don Shin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donshin1/Donald Thompson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donaldthompsonjrDonald's Newsletter & Substack: https://substack.com/@donaldthompsonjrDonald's Books: https://donaldthompson.com/books-resources/Stay connected with Donald: Get his newsletter packed with actionable insights and the kind of straight-talk leadership intelligence that helps build authority, drive performance, and stay ahead of what's coming next: donaldthompson.com. (00:00) - — Cold Open: The Data We Didn't Know We Were Giving Away (01:00) - — Welcome Don Shin, CEO of CrossComm (02:00) - — The Abundance of Intelligence: How AI Changes the Automation Equation (04:00) - — Why AI Is Bigger Than the Internet: Don's CrossComm Origin Story (06:00) - — The Velocity Problem: Why Buffer Time Matters for Economic Disruption (07:00) - — Oracle's Layoffs and the Rising Anxiety Data (08:00) - — It's Not Just AI Anxiety, It's AI Resistance (10:00) - — The Controversial Take: Game Theory and a Broken System (11:00) - — The Case for a Token Tax (13:00) - — Reddit, Data, and the Price of “Free” AI Tools (15:00) - — You're Using Claude Wrong: Donald's Lawnmower Analogy (18:00) - — Let AI Do the Routine So Teams Can Do the Remarkable (20:00) - — Why Top-Down AI Mandates Failed in 2025 (22:00) - — The Loneliness Economy: Why Therapy Is AI's #1 Use Case (23:00) - — The Danger of AI Is Sycophancy (27:00) - — Assigning a Persona: Why AI Defaults to Reassurance (28:00) - — The PROMPT Framework (31:00) - — The Next Problem: What Happens When Token Costs Explode 5–10x (34:00) - — Closing Thoughts: Lead From the Front High Octane Leadership is hosted by The Diversity Movement CEO and executive coach Donald Thompson and is a production of Earfluence.Order UNDERESTIMATED: A CEO'S UNLIKELY PATH TO SUCCESS, by Donald Thompson.

Reassurance that God is already in your next, the prayers God has answered for you along the way, how you can travel back to the 1900s with the Weather Channel, and Theo Von waxes poetic on prayer.

(Overnight | Voice Only) The Need For Constant Reassurance | Breaking Free From Control & Manipulation by Jason Newland

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Judson has the loveliest time at Folsom Street East. Brian spends two days at an all-men's, clothing optional resort in Palm Springs with his husband. The Hookup of the Week also recounts a delightful experience at Folsom Street East and features a surprising twist. Brian and Judson are then joined by Emmy Award–winning writer, actor and comedian Bryan Safi! Bryan tells Brian and Judson all about his off-Broadway solo show, Are You Mad at Me?, his eight years so far on Ryan Murphy's “9-1-1” alongside Angela Bassett, Peter Krause and Jennifer Love Hewitt, and his pioneering, near 15-year career as a podcaster. He details his obsession with grocery stores, compares notes with Brian and Judson on finding love while looking for sex online, shares the details about why his marriage ended in divorce, reveals his need for reassurance from someone in a position of authority, and talks about healing the long-contentious relationship with his conservative parents. The three also talk about some of their favorite celebs from the 80s and 90s like Joan Rivers, Mr. T, Britney Spears and both Jason Alexanders. Bryan then helps Brian and Judson respond to a Go Ask Your Dad question from a listener who is finding himself so horny that he can't figure out how to satisfy his needs. Find Bryan Safi on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bryansafi  Get tickets for Bryan's off-Broadway show, Are You Mad at Me? at https://www.areyoumadatmeshow.com/ or https://here.org/shows/  For a 10% discount on your purchase on a Shakti Acupressure Mat or any other items at ShakitMat.com, use code DADSANDDADDIES or simply visit the URL https://shaktimat.com/DadsAndDaddies  Email your Hookup of the Week, Go Ask Your Dad and Dr. Daddy submissions to dadsanddaddies@gmail.com Dads and Daddies on the Web: https://www.dadsanddaddies.com/ Dads and Daddies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadsanddaddiespod Dads and Daddies on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dadsanddaddiespod Dads and Daddies on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dadsanddaddiespod.bsky.social Your hosts, Dad Brian Rubin-Sowers - https://www.instagram.com/ditmasparkpapa  and Daddy Judson Morrow - https://www.instagram.com/gunclejudson Edited by Toby Rubin-Sowers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this this episode I discuss how over-thinking (rumination) and excessive need for reassurance can show up in eating disorder recovery, and how to handle this in a more productive way. Topics covered include:Healthy reflection vs obsessive rumination and overthinkingReassurance seeking, and when it becomes a destructive habit Excessive research behaviours as a way to seek reassurancePractical ways of dealing with overthinking and urges to research, ruminate and reassurance-seek1:1 Coaching: letsrecover.co.ukSubstack: letsrecover.substack.comArticles mentioned: 'How to Stop Ruminating' & 'How Do I Stop Thinking About This? What To Do When You're Stuck Playing Mental Ping Pong'

Episode 45: It Is Going to Happen Sarah from “Quantum Healing with the Angels” presents episode 45, titled “It Is Going to Happen,” sharing guidance attributed to Metatron and Uriel about an imminent global “collapse” and timeline speculation (possibly mid-to-end of the month, or within a few months), while stressing dates can change and focusing on preparedness. The discussion describes infighting among multiple secret groups (including Freemasons, Illuminati, and shadow governments) and claims the Galactic Federation is impatient and may reveal itself, prevent nuclear actions, and trigger a climax tied to the power grid. After breakdown, solar power and free energy are said to expand, people may relocate to safer areas and occupy vacated homes, and nature, animals, and human bodies are described as changing toward peace. Practical points include city panic, possible UFO evacuations, limited communication, and walkie-talkies/satellites continuing to work.   00:00 Episode Setup 02:07 Channeling Begins 03:33 Federation Impatience 05:49 Secret Groups Explained 09:37 Power Grid Focus 11:29 Ten Days Timeline 13:28 Who Starts Collapse 18:02 Why They Wait 22:24 Be Ready Not Dates 25:42 Safe Place Visions 28:31 Nature Transforms 30:19 Animals Without Predators 32:01 Practical Prep Questions 32:56 City Panic And UFOs 33:48 Fear of the Ships 35:29 Safer Areas vs Cities 36:59 Reassurance and Readiness 38:53 Shelter Timeline and Supplies 41:48 Safe Route and Stay Alert 43:14 Family Safety and Water 47:25 Adrenaline After the Shift 49:52 Staying in Touch After Collapse 53:31 Timeline Push and Politics 56:14 Final Reaffirmation and Farewell   I have been watching preppers on Tiktok to learn about what we need to shelter in place, and what we need to go off grid. If you can't do all that they are saying (it is a lot) just focus on ways to get water, food, and some kind of light/heat element. If you use tealights and put 3 or 4 in a muffin pan, you can put that in your oven and put whatever you are heating up in a pan on top of them, they will warm your food. That is a good way to heat up your food while staying very quiet. Remember that even when the grid goes down, there is still some water you can get from your faucets in your home. We got these things from Amazon called water bladders that hold up to 40 gallons of water. we got a 3 pack of those for $29 on Amazon Prime. If you have a spare bathroom with a tub, you can put one in your tub and fill it up now. Or, if you have a large 40+ gallon trash can, that would hold one of the water bladders. Don't fill them up the whole way, leave a little space, and you will probably need to use a lifestraw or water tablets to drink that water. It's just a way to store it. We have different water containers, some are flat and fill up, and we already have the 5 gallon ones you can get at Walmart, those are for our home.  One thing that was at the top of our list were lifestraws. You can filter almost any water with a lifestraw, and they are relatively cheap. You can screw them on to water bottle containers (the plastic ones) and gather water/filter it that way. You can also get Aquatabs to make water drinkable.  Churches or food banks may have food you can get now. After things start you may be able to get food other ways.  Don't forget your pets! They also need water and food and do your best to keep them cool. We have a little fan that also cools with water and that can be recharged on our solar generator. I hear a lot about Jackery and Ecoflow, but we got a Bluetti setup. We are making payments on it, we felt like it was important. You can get solar chargers that fit on a backpack, I don't know how well they work, but there are many options out there.  We did get defense in case we need to protect ourselves or in case we need to hunt. If you save your fast food condiment packets, those would be very helpful during an emergency while people don't have power. I even heard someone say those would be valuable to trade or barter.  We have mostly canned and dried food. Dried food requires water so canned is better in a lot of cases, just do what you can. Our Pantry is not full. It is just full of things we got around Covid time. We still have canned things and things that are still good from back then. We have rice, beans, easy things to make like macaroni and cheese (with the one packet of cheese sauce) soup, crackers, pasta, basic stuff. And a lot of seasonings. We do have giant things of peanut butter, and though it is not my favorite, I know it would keep me alive. We have giant bags of dry food for our cats, and we have Taurine in case we would have to hunt and make food for them. We will print off a couple of recipes because if power goes out, phones won't be working, and I don't know if I can see my notes if that happens. I doubt it. I also wrote down our family members' phone numbers and all of this is in a notebook that we will take with us if/when we leave.  The only thing they say that will be working after the electrical grid goes down is satellite, so look for satellite phones if you are looking for a way to communicate. Garmin has some and there is something called Zoleo which looks like it is a satellite text only option which would be cheaper than the actual sat phones.  If you are on TikTok, look up Karen's Emergency preparedness @karensemergencypreparardns Also on Tiktok, dmoncrea @dmoncrea , she talks about how she just got called up to go back to work. Her work is in disaster preparedness, authoritarian rule, martial law, shelter in place, civil unrest, etc. Basically that is her expertise and that is what her job was in.  We get different spiritual information than these ladies, but that doesn't matter. Prepping is prepping and they have a lot of knowledge. What matters is that so many of us feel that something is going to happen, and preparation can only help you in the end.     

In this episode of The Skin Real, Dr. Mary Alice Mina sits down with fellow board-certified dermatologist Dr. Amaris Geisler, a specialist in vulvar dermatoses based in Atlanta, to break the silence around a body part most women can't even name correctly — the vulva. They cover what the vulva actually is (versus the vagina), the most common conditions dermatologists see there (lichen sclerosis, eczema, psoriasis, and even skin cancer), and why so many women get dismissed with a yeast infection diagnosis instead of a real workup. Dr. Geisler explains the lifelong treatment path for lichen sclerosis, the risks of leaving it untreated (scarring and squamous cell carcinoma), how symptoms and pigmentary changes can present differently in skin of color, and why products like Vagisil and fragranced washes often cause more harm than good. The conversation also tackles the psychological and relational toll of vulvar skin disease, and closes with practical advice on red flags, finding a specialist, and what a proper workup with a dermatologist and gynecologist looks like. The throughline: your vulva is skin, it deserves the same care and attention as anywhere else on your body, and there is nothing shameful about asking for help. In this episode:  00:00 — The Symptom No One Talks About 00:40 — Show Intro & Medical Disclaimer 01:35 — Meet Dr. Amaris Geisler & Why This Conversation Matters 03:15 — How She Fell Into Vulvar Dermatology 05:55 — What Is the Vulva, Really? (Anatomy 101) 07:55 — The Most Common Vulvar Skin Conditions 10:10 — Yes, Skin Cancer Can Happen Here Too 13:25 — Why Self-Checks and Full-Body Exams Matter 15:25 — Lichen Sclerosis Symptoms: Itching, Pain & Fissures 16:55 — Treatment: Steroids and the Lifelong Maintenance Plan 19:25 — The Real Risks of Skipping Treatment (Scarring & Cancer) 21:25 — Menopause, Hormones & the Lichen Sclerosis Connection 24:25 — When (and How) Biopsies Are Actually Done 26:55 — Cysts, Fear, and the "Is This an STD" Question 28:25 — The Truth About Hygiene (Stop Douching) 30:25 — Allergic Reactions: Vagisil, Fragrance & What's Actually Safe 32:55 — Vulvar Conditions in Skin of Color 34:55 — The Mental Health Toll of Vulvar Skin Disease 36:10 — Sex, Intimacy & Reassurance for Partners 36:55 — Red Flags: When to See a Doctor Immediately 37:40 — How to Find a Vulvar Specialist 38:15 — What a Proper Workup Looks Like 38:45 — Final Advice: Treat Your Vulva With Kindness 39:15 — Outro: Subscribe & More Resources at theskinreal.com Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today's discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don't miss out!

Oops! We made a mistake, and released the wrong episode. Please delete, and redownload to hear the new one! Thank you!In this episode of This Changes Everything, we continue our deep dive into what it actually means to fight fair in relationships, moving beyond surface level conflict and into the emotional patterns that drive it. Building on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), we explore how couples get caught in predictable cycles that make it feel like every argument is about “the dishes,” when underneath it is usually something much deeper like disconnection, fear, or the need for reassurance and safety.We break down how attachment styles show up in real time conflict, why people either pursue or withdraw when they feel triggered, and how nervous system flooding can make even simple conversations feel impossible. Most importantly, we focus on what to do next, how to recognize the cycle earlier, how to interrupt escalation before it takes over, and how to stay emotionally connected even when you are activated.This episode is less about perfect communication and more about practical repair, learning to notice your patterns in the moment, name what is happening underneath the fight, and return to connection faster after rupture. Because the goal is not never fighting, it is getting better at finding your way back to each other. Go to https://aquatru.com now for 20% off your purifier using promo code TCEKick off your journey with Beducated by taking the quiz at https://beduc.at/pd2627-tce and get your personalized roadmap to sexual happiness!DISCLAIMER: This podcast offers information for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a qualified mental health provider for medical or mental health concerns. The host, guests, and network disclaim responsibility for any decisions or actions you make based on information provided by this podcast.TDM-RESERVATION: 1. NOAI: TRUE. LEGAL NOTICE & TERMS OF USE: © 2026 WAVE Podcast Network. This content is for personal use only. Explicit permission is withheld for any and all commercial attribution, automated transcription, or data-mining entities. Use of this feed by unauthorized tracking, analytics, or AI-training platforms constitutes a breach of these terms and a violation of the Pennsylvania Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Control Act (WESCA), the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), and the 2026 Training Data Transparency Act (AB 2013). Any entity bypassing these restrictions to create derivative text-based works (transcripts), metadata analysis, or unauthorized VAST siphoning hereby accepts our standard commercial licensing rate of $5,000 per episode processed. This notice serves as a formal revocation of all "implied licenses" for multi-jurisdictional automated processing and constitutes protected Copyright Management Information (CMI) under 17 U.S.C. § 1202.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

President Donald Trump has continued his pressure campaign on European defense spending. But in the lead-up to the next NATO Summit, there is another core question to ask: How is Europe coordinating its defense production? This might be the key issue that determines how Trump's pressure campaign pays off in the long run.  Kate McCann and Sir Richard Dearlove are joined by Ambassador Julianne Smith (Former United States Permanent Representative to NATO under President Biden) and A. Wess Mitchell, Ph.D. (former senior State Department official who helped shape the first Trump administration's Europe strategy) to break down what's really at stake in Ankara.  Plus: Should NATO stay laser-focused on Russia and leave China to the U.S.? How deep is the lingering trust deficit after the Greenland dispute?  Got a question or comment? Email us at hello@onedecision.com or drop us a comment on YouTube. We might answer it in next week's episode. In this episode: (00:00) Cold Open (00:57) Where US-Iran Talks Stand (06:33) Five Eyes Warnings: Chinese LinkedIn Recruitment & AI Threats (11:51) Setting the Scene for NATO's Ankara Summit (13:35) What Does the US Want Out of This Summit? (19:47) Debating What "US Leadership" Really Means (24:59) Trump's Balancing Act: Pressure vs. Reassurance (28:04) The Coordination Problem: Europe's "Potluck Dinner" (37:19) Should NATO Even Focus on China? (44:31) The Anglosphere & AUKUS Debate (45:23) Who's the Most Awkward Meeting for Trump in Ankara? (47:47) Is Trump's Personality a Distraction From Policy? (50:05) Will the Iran War Overshadow the Summit? (52:35) Chaos Agent or Strategic Operator? (56:19) The One Decision to Watch at Ankara (59:31) Listener Mail: Energy Pricing & Geopolitical Reality (1:04:15) Listener Mail: Cuba's Civil Society Problem Show Notes:  https://youtu.be/0pYUYBwRdLs?si=2fbDUznnuIs-Y5H3  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7FGkxRO_es  Hosted by Sir Richard Dearlove (former MI6 Chief) and Kate McCann (Political Editor at Times Radio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tenderoni Hotline #37: Hello my love, and welcome back to the Tenderoni Hotline, our soft and spacious corner of The Feminist Wellness Podcast, where we explore your most tender questions about healing, nervous system care, and reclaiming your self-trust.In today's episode, we're diving into two deeply relatable questions that so many of us carry quietly. First, what's really going on when you can't stop thinking about your ex and keep reaching for “closure,” even though you know they won't give you what you need? We'll explore why this craving is less about them and more about your nervous system's longing for completion, and how to create that sense of closure from within.Then we turn toward the ache of constantly seeking reassurance, even in a loving, safe relationship. If you find yourself asking “Are we okay?” again and again, this part is for you. We'll unpack the roots of that pattern and talk about how to gently retrain your nervous system to trust safety, love, and steadiness without outsourcing your emotional security.You'll walk away with nervous system-informed tools, a whole lot of compassion, and a deeper understanding of why your brain and body respond the way they do. Because you're not broken. You're healing.So settle in, grab your cozy beverage of choice, and let's get into it.Got a question for the Tenderoni Hotline? Send it to me at: podcast@beatrizalbina.comOrder your copy of End Emotional Outsourcing here: https://beatrizalbina.com/book/Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizvictoriaalbinanp/?hl=en

Secretary Rubio's Reassurance Mission to Gulf Allies. Guest: Mary Kissel. Secretary of State Marco Rubio travels to the Gulf to reassure the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain of U.S. security commitments following Iranian attacks. Kissel criticizes the administration for granting Iran sanctions relief and 60-day exemptions, arguing that the diplomatic effort prioritizes "hope over experience" regarding Iranian nuclear ambitions. 51936

If you have OCD or anxiety and you can't stop seeking reassurance, you are not alone and you are not broken. Whether it's Googling, calling loved ones, or mentally reviewing events over and over, reassurance seeking feels necessary in the moment. But it keeps you stuck. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW explains exactly why reassurance seeking is so hard to stop, and what you actually need to do instead.The problem is not willpower. The mistake most people make is trying to stop the behavior without addressing the inner emotional pressure that is driving it. When you just stop seeking reassurance without working on what is underneath, the anxiety doesn't go away. It shifts. You end up with a new theme, a new compulsion, or a new obsession, and the cycle continues.True recovery from OCD and anxiety means learning to confront and metabolize the emotions underneath the compulsion, not just stopping the behavior on the surface. This episode walks you through the core mindset shift that makes that possible.

What happens when you begin recognising old relational patterns… and start looking back at past relationships differently?In this week's Inner Work episode, I reflect on grief, hindsight, growth, emotional memory and the complicated feelings that can emerge when we realise we might make very different choices now than we once did.We explore:changing values and prioritiesrelational growth and self-reflectioncompassion for former versions of ourselvesgrief for what could have beenemotional reactions to photos, memories and relationships from the pasthealing old emotional woundshow therapy can help memories feel less emotionally jaggedThis is a reflective, compassionate episode about growth, hindsight and learning to hold both sadness and fondness at the same time.My Inner Work series is a space to pause and think more deeply about yourself. I explore where those roles come from… and whether they're still serving you now.These videos were previously members only but I have decided to share them with you so thanks for being here.

Reassurance feels helpful in the moment. You ask someone if everything is okay, replay a memory to make sure you didn't do anything wrong, Google the same question for the tenth time, or tell yourself that your fear isn't true. The problem? OCD is never satisfied. The relief lasts for a moment, then the doubt comes back — and the cycle starts all over again. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains the many forms reassurance-seeking can take and doing so often feeds OCD.At NOCD, we specialize in exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD—a treatment that can help you live a fulfilling life. If you're ready to take your first step, book a free 15-minute call with us at https://learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/https://twitter.com/treatmyocdhttps://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You check their phone. Their location. Their social media. Their messages. Their tone of voice. The time they arrived home. The way they answered a question. The hesitation before they replied. And even when you find nothing, the urge eventually comes back. So why do you keep checking? In this episode of After the Affair, Luke explores one of the most common but misunderstood behaviours following betrayal: the compulsion to monitor, investigate, and search for reassurance. At first glance, checking appears logical. After all, you were lied to. You were blindsided. The person you trusted broke that trust. Of course your brain wants to make sure it never happens again. But what if checking isn't actually creating safety? What if it's doing something else entirely? Luke explores the hidden relationship between checking and uncertainty, why the nervous system becomes trapped in threat detection mode after betrayal, and why the relief checking provides is often temporary rather than transformative. Most importantly, this episode explores the deeper question beneath the behaviour itself: What are you hoping checking will eventually give you? Because understanding the answer to that question may reveal far more about your healing than any phone, message, location history, or social media account ever could. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why checking becomes such a powerful habit after betrayal The difference between safety and uncertainty reduction What your nervous system is trying to achieve when it urges you to check Why finding "nothing" often doesn't make you feel better The hidden emotional cost of constant monitoring How checking can unintentionally reinforce anxiety Why trust and certainty are not the same thing The difference between investigation and anxiety management What checking may be preventing you from focusing on How self-trust becomes an essential part of recovery A Powerful Question From This Episode "What are you hoping checking will eventually give you?" Not what you're looking for. Not what you might find. Not who you're checking. What are you hoping it will give you? Safety? Certainty? Control? Relief? Reassurance? Because once you understand the need beneath the behaviour, you can begin addressing the real problem rather than managing the symptom. Key Takeaways ✅ Checking is a normal response to betrayal. ✅ Your nervous system is trying to prevent you from being blindsided again. ✅ Checking provides temporary relief, not lasting safety. ✅ The brain often mistakes uncertainty reduction for security. ✅ Finding nothing rarely resolves the deeper fear. ✅ Hypervigilance can become exhausting emotionally and physically. ✅ Trust cannot be rebuilt through monitoring alone. ✅ The urge to check does not automatically mean something is wrong. ✅ Recovery involves learning to tolerate uncertainty without immediately acting on it. ✅ The ultimate goal is not trusting them blindly, it is rebuilding trust in yourself. Why This Episode Matters Many betrayed partners spend months, or even years, trapped in a cycle of checking. Checking feels responsible. Checking feels protective. Checking feels like you're doing something. But over time, it can become a prison. Not because you're weak. Not because you're obsessive. But because your nervous system learned a painful lesson and is desperately trying to keep you safe. This episode explores why checking is often an attempt to manage anxiety rather than gather information, and why genuine recovery requires something deeper than monitoring another person's behaviour. Because eventually the question stops being: "Can I trust them?" And becomes: "Can I trust myself?" Resources & Support If you're navigating the aftermath of infidelity and looking for support, guidance, and practical tools to help you move forward, Luke offers both private coaching and community support.

Your kid won't sleep alone, melts down before soccer, refuses to order their own food, panics over mistakes, clings to you at drop-off and explodes when things feel uncertain. And every instinct in your body says, "Make it better." "Fix it." "Protect them." "Help them feel safe." But what if that's exactly where anxiety wins??In this episode, Deena unpacks one of the biggest parenting mindset shifts you'll ever make: The goal isn't to raise a kid who never feels anxious... It's to raise a kid who knows they can handle anxiety when it shows up. You'll learn why anxiety isn't actually an emotion - it's your brain's safety alarm, why anxious kids often look "difficult" instead of scared, why reassurance can accidentally make anxiety stronger, and why avoidance is anxiety's favorite fuel. This episode is your anxiety playbook. Confidence isn't something kids build before they do hard things; it's what they build because they did them. In this episode, you'll learn:- Why anxiety often shows up as perfectionism, aggression, clinginess, shutdowns, refusal or "bad behavior" - The surprising parenting habit that keeps anxiety growing - What to say instead of "you'll be fine." - How to support your kid without rescuing them - Why "supported struggle" changes the whole system - The exact mindset that builds resilience, courage, and emotional flexibility for life - How to stop anxiety from becoming your kid's identity Most importantly, you'll walk away with a completely different understanding of what anxiety is, what's happening inside your kid's brain, and how to help them build the beliefs that re-wires it all: I can handle hard things, I can feel uncomfortable and still be ok, and I can trust myself. Anxiety isn't a character flaw or personality trait; it's the brain going on high alert when it's actually safe. And once you learn how that alarm system works, you'll never see your child's behavior the same way again. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Hiya Health - Receive 50% off your first order of Hiya's best selling children's vitamin. Head to hiyahealth.com/BLF. Momentous - Head to livemomentous.com and use promo code BIGLITTLEFEELINGS for up to 35% off your first order.Osea - Get 10% off your order sitewide with code BLF at oseamalibu.com.Our Place - Stop cooking with toxic cookware and upgrade to Our Place today! Visit fromourplace.com/BLF and use code BLF for 10% off sitewide. Peloton - Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ at onepeloton.comRythm Health - Rythm is offering our listeners 15% off your first month and free shipping at rythm.health/blf. Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us Fan MailFertility advice can be wrong even when the person giving it meant well. In this episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday, Dr. Mark Amols explores how reassurance, incomplete evaluations, and well-intentioned attempts to “save money” can sometimes delay the fertility care patients actually need.This episode looks at the emotional stress patients feel when they realize they may have lost time, the difference between bad intentions and bad outcomes, and why advice like “just keep trying,” “your labs are normal,” or “at least you can get pregnant” can sometimes miss the bigger picture.Dr. Amols also discusses when OB/GYNs can appropriately help with fertility concerns, when referral to a fertility specialist matters, and why good advice should include a reason, a timeline, a next step, and a point where the plan changes.Thanks for tuning in to another episode of 'Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday' with Dr. Mark Amols. If you found this episode insightful, please share it with friends and family who might benefit from our discussion. Remember, your feedback is invaluable to us – leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred listening platform.Stay connected with us for updates and fertility tips – follow us on Facebook. For more resources and information, visit our website at www.NewDirectionFertility.com.Have a question or a topic you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at TBFT@NewDirectionFertility.com.Join us next Tuesday for more discussions on fertility, where we blend medical expertise with a touch of humor to make complex topics accessible and engaging. Until then, keep the conversation going and remember: understanding your fertility is a journey we're on together.

Heart murmurs are one of the most common findings in pediatric practice, but determining which ones warrant further evaluation can be challenging. While many murmurs are innocent, others may signal underlying structural heart disease and require timely referral and management.  In this episode, we discuss how pediatricians can approach the evaluation of heart murmurs, including key features of the child's history and physical exam that help distinguish benign murmurs from those that may be pathologic. We also explore how factors can influence what you hear through your stethoscope.  Joining us is Christopher Rausch, MD, pediatric cardiologist and Director of the Cardiac Developmental Outcomes Program at Children's Hospital Colorado. He is also a professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Dr. Rausch shares practical insights to help pediatricians feel more confident in evaluating murmurs, identifying red flags, and knowing when referral is appropriate.  Some highlights from this episode include: How to differentiate the sound of a murmur  The biggest differences between a murmur during the first few days of life and as a teenager  How common it is for children to experience a murmur during their developmental years  Counseling families and deciphering fact versus fear  For more information on Children's Colorado, visit: childrenscolorado.org. 

In this episode of Openlove101, John and Jackie are joined by Jackie's daughter, Ashley, to discuss what it was like growing up with parents in a consensually non-monogamous relationship. Ashley shares that her biggest concern wasn't the lifestyle itself—it was whether John and Jackie were happy and if their relationship was stable. Once reassured that their marriage was strong, she embraced their honesty and appreciated being included in open, judgment-free conversations. The discussion highlights how vulnerability and communication strengthened their family relationships rather than harmed them. Ashley encourages parents to approach these conversations with honesty and reassurance, while reminding adult children that their parents are still the same people they've always known. Highlights Ashley's initial concern was whether her parents were separating, not their lifestyle choices. Open communication strengthened trust and closeness within the family. Parents sharing their lifestyle can create opportunities for honest conversations about relationships and sexuality. Ashley emphasizes that parents are individuals who deserve happiness and authenticity. None of the children felt pressured to adopt the same lifestyle themselves. Reassurance about relationship stability can help ease children's fears. Love, support, and understanding are essential on both sides of the conversation. Key Insights Reassurance Matters: Adult children often care most about whether their parents' relationship is healthy and secure. Honesty Builds Trust: Open conversations can deepen family connections and encourage vulnerability. Parents Are People Too: Children can benefit from recognizing that parents deserve fulfilling relationships and authentic lives. No One Is Being "Converted": Exposure to alternative relationship styles doesn't dictate a child's own relationship choices. Lead with Love: Both parents and children benefit when these discussions are approached with compassion rather than judgment. Keywords Parenting Adult Children Open Relationships Family Communication Vulnerability Trust Consensual Non-Monogamy Relationship Education

Sorry for the delay, but I'm back... with a very personal story. Mikey has been my BFF since 16. I'm 38. That's More than half my life.He's always down for literally anything and will always offer to be the designated driver. He is generous and considerate as hell when he's trying to be. He was the funniest person I knew before moving to Chicago for comedy and meeting real comics. He's fun. He's kind. He is adaptable. He is chill. The most calm voice in the room. But also down to party. He's just cool. And fun. And my people know and love him. He's met my gramma. He went with me to Vermont for my birthday.After my gramma died.He's was there after my brother cut me off from him and his kids 2020 because I sent him a Christmas card that had a hand painted penguin in a mask and Santa hat so he told me, I quote “I know how you are” before never speaking to me again. When my maga momma did the same to me a few years later? Mike was there. Distracting me. Offering support. A shoulder. Reassurance. Kindness. Peace. When nobody else ever did. Read Julie's Medium Blog.Support JULIE (and the show!)Support + get some bonus stuff over on PATREON.Get an occasional personal email from me: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.comTune in on INSTAGRAM AND YOUTUBE or TIKTOK.Info on War Tax Resistance.Donate to the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund and the Sudan Relief FundThe opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast shows you how to fully recover from OCD.Each episode breaks down the exact techniques and nuances that stop rumination, reduce compulsions, and help you retrain your brain out of the OCD cycle. We cover every major OCD theme, including:Pure-O OCDRelationship OCDHarm OCDReal Event OCDSO-OCD / Sexuality OCDReligious / Scrupulosity OCDCleaning & Contamination OCDPhysical CompulsionsAll other OCD subtypesMy goal is simple: clear guidance that actually works, explained in a way that is calm, direct, and easy to apply immediately.You can fully recover from OCD. Don't give up — you're not stuck, and your brain can change.

This podcast shows you how to fully recover from OCD.Each episode breaks down the exact techniques and nuances that stop rumination, reduce compulsions, and help you retrain your brain out of the OCD cycle. We cover every major OCD theme, including:Pure-O OCDRelationship OCDHarm OCDReal Event OCDSO-OCD / Sexuality OCDReligious / Scrupulosity OCDCleaning & Contamination OCDPhysical CompulsionsAll other OCD subtypesMy goal is simple: clear guidance that actually works, explained in a way that is calm, direct, and easy to apply immediately.You can fully recover from OCD. Don't give up — you're not stuck, and your brain can change.

This podcast shows you how to fully recover from OCD.Each episode breaks down the exact techniques and nuances that stop rumination, reduce compulsions, and help you retrain your brain out of the OCD cycle. We cover every major OCD theme, including:Pure-O OCDRelationship OCDHarm OCDReal Event OCDSO-OCD / Sexuality OCDReligious / Scrupulosity OCDCleaning & Contamination OCDPhysical CompulsionsAll other OCD subtypesMy goal is simple: clear guidance that actually works, explained in a way that is calm, direct, and easy to apply immediately.You can fully recover from OCD. Don't give up — you're not stuck, and your brain can change.

This podcast shows you how to fully recover from OCD.Each episode breaks down the exact techniques and nuances that stop rumination, reduce compulsions, and help you retrain your brain out of the OCD cycle. We cover every major OCD theme, including:Pure-O OCDRelationship OCDHarm OCDReal Event OCDSO-OCD / Sexuality OCDReligious / Scrupulosity OCDCleaning & Contamination OCDPhysical CompulsionsAll other OCD subtypesMy goal is simple: clear guidance that actually works, explained in a way that is calm, direct, and easy to apply immediately.You can fully recover from OCD. Don't give up — you're not stuck, and your brain can change.

When worry takes over, logic alone won't help. Nervous system calming techniques for anxious children focus on regulating the body first so kids can truly settle. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, expert in Regulation First Parenting™, guides parents to calm dysregulation at its source.Nervous system calming techniques for anxious children aren't about saying the “right” thing—they're about helping your child's body feel safe again. When your child spirals and nothing you say works, it's not defiance—it's dysregulation.In this episode, you'll learn how to calm the brain first so real change can happen.Why doesn't reassurance calm my anxious child?If you've ever said, “You'll be fine”—and watched your child get more upset—you're not alone. Anxiety doesn't start in the thinking brain. It starts in the nervous system.When we jump in with reassurance, we accidentally feed the anxiety loop. Your child keeps asking, you keep answering… and the cycle grows.Reassurance fuels anxiety cycles, especially in kids prone to OCDAnxiety is body-first, not thought-firstYour child isn't being difficult—their nervous system is overwhelmedReal-life Example: Your child asks 10 times before school, “What if I mess up?” You answer every time—but their fear only grows.What actually helps an anxious child calm down in the moment?Let's calm the brain first. The fastest way to do that? Regulate the body.Movement is one of the simplest, most powerful tools to discharge stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline.Gentle movement (walking, stretching, jumping) helps release stressNature exposure adds an extra calming effectAvoid intense activity—we're not matching adrenaline with more adrenalineEven a short walk outside before school can shift your child from panic to calm.Want to stay calm when your child pushes every button? Become a Dysregulation Insider VIP and get the FREE Regulation Rescue Kit—your step-by-step guide to stop oppositional behaviors without yelling or giving in.Go to www.drroseann.com/newsletter and grab your kit today.How can I teach my child to calm their nervous system?One word: breathe. It's free, powerful, and always available.Most kids (and adults!) breathe in their chest, which increases anxiety. We want slow, belly breathing that signals safety to the brain.Inhale through the nose, exhale longer through the mouthTry fun tools: bubbles, stuffed animals on the bellyPractice daily—not just in meltdown momentsBold truth: The longer exhale is what tells the brain, “You're safe.”Want a simple, step-by-step way to teach this? Quick CALM program walks you through exactly how to regulate your child's nervous system in real life—without guesswork.What sensory strategies help anxious kids feel safe?Many kids regulate best through sensory input—and it's often overlooked.These tools send a powerful message to the brain: You can relax now.Deep pressure (hugs, weighted blankets)Warmth (baths, showers)Low stimulation (dim lights, quiet spaces)Think of it as creating a “safe bubble” for their nervous system to settle.

In this episode, Justine Reichman interviews Stacey Berger, a seasoned product developer and founder of Sum Of All, about her journey into creating precision skincare tailored for women in midlife. They explore the science behind hormonal skin changes, sustainable beauty practices, and the importance of intentional product formulation. Keywords skincare, menopause, sustainability, women in midlife, product development, hormonal skin, clean beauty, innovation, self-care, empowerment Key  topics Hormonal impact on skin during menopause The importance of science-backed ingredients Sustainable and clean beauty practices Building a brand with purpose and intention The role of collaboration with medical experts Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Essential Ingredients and Guest Introduction 01:42 Stacey's Journey in Product Development 03:47 The Transition to Entrepreneurship 06:29 Overcoming Challenges as an Entrepreneur 09:00 The Importance of Community and Support 13:31 Personal Experience with Perimenopause 16:40 Identifying the Market Gap 22:10 Precision Skincare Explained 29:28 The Intent Behind Clean Beauty 32:35 Navigating Clean and Sustainable Choices 34:53 Empowering Women Through Beauty 39:24 Sustainability Challenges in Product Development 40:44 Holistic Approach to Beauty and Wellness 42:28 The Role of Indie Brands in Beauty Innovation 44:24 Customer Impact Stories 49:16 Reassurance for Women in Midlife 51:04 Rapid Fire Insights on Beauty Guest links Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/some_of_all_beauty

➡️ Search OCD HELP app on App Store and Google PlayThis podcast shows you how to fully recover from OCD.Each episode breaks down the exact techniques and nuances that stop rumination, reduce compulsions, and help you retrain your brain out of the OCD cycle. We cover every major OCD theme, including:Pure-O OCDRelationship OCDHarm OCDReal Event OCDSO-OCD / Sexuality OCDReligious / Scrupulosity OCDCleaning & Contamination OCDPhysical CompulsionsAll other OCD subtypesMy goal is simple: clear guidance that actually works, explained in a way that is calm, direct, and easy to apply immediately.You can fully recover from OCD. Don't give up — you're not stuck, and your brain can change.

Asking for help can be difficult, especially when you are struggling with anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, or agoraphobia. In this episode, Drew and Josh break down the nuances of asking for anxiety help. There is a fine line between asking for genuine support and looking for compulsive reassurance or soothing to make the discomfort disappear.Drew and Josh discuss why so many people feel like a burden when asking for support and how anxiety often twists the desire for help into a demand for certainty. You will learn how to shift away from asking for short-term fixes and instead ask for the encouragement and reminders you need to tolerate difficult feelings and build long-term psychological flexibility.--Want talk about this episode with Josh and Drew and others that share your experience in a supportive environment? We're hanging out on the Disordered Community space.https://disordered.fm/community-- The guys also share inspiring "Did It Anyway" stories from the community, demonstrating how learning to accept discomfort—and sometimes even choosing to do less or rest—is a vital part of the recovery journey.Reassurance vs. Support: Understanding the difference between asking for tools to cope and asking for temporary soothing to make the feelings go away.Overcoming the "Burden" Myth: Why anxiety makes you feel like an inconvenience and how to reframe asking for help as a step toward growth.Asking for Encouragement over Certainty: How requesting reminders of your past success and capability can help you step into feared situations.The Courage to Do Less: Why sometimes the best way to do it anyway is to give yourself permission to rest and step off the productivity treadmill.---The Disordered Guide to Health Anxiety is available as a paperback or on Kindlehttps://www.disordered.fm/the-disordered-guide-to-health-anxiety/---Struggling with worry and rumination that you feel you can't stop or control? Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Worry and Rumination Explained⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a two hour pre-recorded workshop produced by Josh and Drew. The workshop takes a deep dive into the mechanics of worrying and ruminating, offering some helpful ways to approach the seemingly unsolvable problem of trying to solve seemingly unsolvable problems.-----Got a question or did it anyway to share? Send us an email or voicemail on our website.

Your partner said all the right things. So why do you feel MORE alone than before you opened up? Welcome to positive invalidation. That strange ache—being reassured into invisibility—has a name. It's what happens when "you're so good at your job, don't even worry about it" lands like a door quietly closing on what you actually feel. In this episode, Tony Overbay unpacks the science of validation, the paradox underneath it, and why the partner who soothes you fastest may be regulating their own nervous system, not seeing yours. Through the story of Archie and Veronica, this episode explores: Why positive invalidation stings more than the obvious kind—and how to spot it inside your own well-meaning reassurances Dr. Marsha Linehan's "kernel of truth" definition of validation, plus Tony's four pillars of a connected conversation David Schnarch's distinction between other-validated and self-validated intimacy—and why needing validation is the real trap The co-regulation research (including the famous fMRI hand-holding study) that explains why your partner's bad day becomes your emergency The four stages of competence, from "unconscious incompetence" to actually living it—and why stage two is where most people quit therapy HALT, upstream versus downstream work, and a surprising tangent into energy landscapes and Buddhist non-self As a licensed marriage and family therapist who's spent decades guiding couples back toward each other, Tony weaves together DBT, ACT, and Schnarch's differentiation work to answer one question: can you give validation as a gift without needing it back? If something here resonates, share it with someone who needs to hear that they're not broken—they're human. Please follow Tony on Instagram @virtual.couch on Tiktok @virtualcouch on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tonyoverbaylmft and on Substack https://thevirtualcouch.substack.com/ You can reach out to Tony through his website tonyoverbay.com or by emailing contact @ tonyoverbay.com 00:00 Welcome and Disclaimer 02:28 Meet Archie and Veronica 03:07 A Compliment That Hurts 05:08 Positive Invalidation Explained 06:35 Where Invalidation Comes From 09:10 Science of Validation and DBT 09:49 Four Pillars of Connection 12:31 Validation Research and Polarization 14:52 Schnarch and Differentiation 18:05 Self-Validated Intimacy 19:08 Non-Self and Interdependence 22:58 Co-Regulation and Fusion 26:08 When Comfort Is for You 28:11 Co-Regulation as Hope 28:57 When Growth Triggers Chaos 30:03 Energy Landscapes Explained 32:01 Biology of Pushback 35:02 Validation Paradox 38:12 Self-Validated Intimacy 41:12 Building Self-Validation 46:20 Veronica and Archie Revisited 47:09 Upstream vs Downstream 51:37 Four Stages of Change 55:00 Key Takeaways and Wrap

It feels so natural to explain, reassure, and try to calm your child down when OCD is loud. After all, that's how we solve problems in real life. But OCD doesn't play by those rules.When we try to reason with OCD, we often get pulled deeper into its loop, answering more questions, giving more explanations, and still watching our child struggle.In this episode, I talk about why reasoning and reassurance can quietly fuel OCD, what's actually happening in your child's brain in those moments, and how to start shifting your role from “problem solver” to “anchor.”If you are a parent who finds yourself repeating the same answers over and over, or watching your child feel better for a moment only to spiral again, this episode will help you understand why and what to do instead.Links mentioned in episode:PDF handoutSPACE Study CourseVideo on Reassurance as an OCD CompulsionVideo on Confessing as an OCD Compulsion***This podcast episode is sponsored by NOCD. NOCD provides online OCD therapy in the US, UK, Australia and Canada. To schedule your free 15 minute consultation to see if NOCD is a right fit for you and your child, go tohttps://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parentingThis podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.Parents, do you need more support?