Podcasts about Reassurance

Flipkart is accelerating its AI ambitions with a wave of senior hires from leading tech and consumer companies, while Vodafone Idea non-executive chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla has reassured investors about the telecom operator's revival plans. Rising smartphone and laptop prices are driving more consumers toward EMI financing, even as the FIFA World Cup 2026 sparks a boost in television and merchandise sales across India. Meanwhile, Anthropic has apologised after developers criticised restrictions embedded in its latest Claude Fable 5 AI model, raising fresh questions about AI governance and transparency.

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.

How to Support Someone with Bipolar Disorder (Part 1) In this deeply honest and compassionate episode of This Is Bipolar, Shaley Hoogendoorn and Julie Kraft tackle one of the most requested topics from listeners: how to support someone living with bipolar disorder or another mental illness. Speaking from lived experience, they open up about the realities of being on both sides of the relationship — loving someone with bipolar disorder and living with it yourself. Together, they discuss the guilt, shame, loneliness, boundaries, communication struggles, reassurance, emotional regulation, and difficult decisions that can come with supporting a loved one through mental health challenges. The conversation explores: What to do when someone refuses help Why boundaries matter (and why they can hurt) The importance of timing difficult conversations during stable moments How depression, anxiety, anger, and mania affect relationships Why reassurance and emotional safety are so important Supporting your loved one without losing yourself Finding support as a caregiver, spouse, family member, or friend Most importantly, this episode reminds listeners that bipolar disorder is treatable, relationships can survive and thrive, and both the person living with the illness and the people loving them deserve compassion and support. This is an emotional but incredibly important conversation for anyone navigating mental illness within relationships, friendships, or family dynamics. ⏱️ Important Timestamps (00:02:10) — Why this episode is emotionally difficult but deeply needed (00:05:35) — Can you make someone get help? Julie shares the ultimatum that changed her life (00:13:50) — Why boundaries feel painful for people living with bipolar disorder (00:22:05) — Anger, emotional intensity & seeing bipolar through a compassion lens (00:30:15) — Why loved ones also need support and safe spaces to talk (00:40:20) — Reassurance, safety & the phrases that genuinely help during episodes This is bipolar...   Connect with Shaley Hoogendoorn Website: www.thisisbipolar.com Instagram: @this.is.bipolar Shaley Hoogendoorn is a Canadian mental health advocate, elementary school teacher, event planner, wife, and mama living with Bipolar II Disorder. She is the host of the podcast This Is Bipolar, where she shares honest conversations and lived experiences to help reduce stigma and remind others that they are not alone. Through storytelling, advocacy, and community-building, Shaley is passionate about creating safe spaces for people navigating bipolar disorder and mental health challenges.   About Julie Kraft Julie Kraft is a mental health advocate, artist, author, wife, and mama living with Bipolar Disorder. Through sharing her lived experience, Julie is passionate about helping others feel seen, understood, and less alone in their mental health journeys. Known for her honesty, compassion, and creativity, she uses storytelling and advocacy to encourage open conversations around bipolar disorder, stigma, healing, and hope. www.juliekraft.com   #thisisbipolar #thisisbipolarvlog #thisisbipolarpodcast #mentalhealthpodcast #bipolarpodcast #mentalhealthpodcast  

Send us your feedback — we're listening2 Corinthians 4:8–9 — When Life Feels Emotionally Heavy: An Evening Prayer for Peace and Reassurance Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope Texas • Kentucky • Lima • Bogotá • South Carolina PEACE • REASSURANCE • QUIET ENDURANCE evening prayer for emotional peace • Christian prayer for reassurance tonight • prayer when life feels emotionally heavy • prayer for calm thoughts and steady strength 2 Corinthians 4:8–9 (NIV) “We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed…” If this day has left your heart feeling emotionally heavy, pause for a quiet moment with Jesus. You are safe to let this evening slow down gently. God sees the pressure you have been quietly carrying within yourself today.  He understands the emotional exhaustion, overthinking, and inner heaviness that can slowly drain peace from the heart during difficult seasons. Before this evening moves any further, allow your thoughts to become still again softly. Father, in the name of Jesus, I come before You now. Jesus, stay close beside me tonight. When anxious thoughts begin making life feel emotionally overwhelming, help my heart settle quietly within Your peace again. When pressure and discouragement begin making me feel tired within myself, remind me that Your presence is still gently holding me steady. Lord, help me receive calmness and reassurance tonight. I place every hidden burden into Your hands now. I release the emotional strain, quiet fears, and inner heaviness that have been exhausting my spirit through this day. And now, I choose peace instead of fear. Jesus, walk gently beside me through this evening.  Lead me beside still waters and let my heart rest safely within Your calm presence tonight. God has not stepped away from you. Even now, while this day grows quiet around you, His peace remains close beside your weary heart. Jesus is with you now. Across the world, people are carrying emotional exhaustion, uncertainty, and hidden struggles quietly into this evening. From Texas to Kentucky, from Lima to Bogotá and South Carolina, Jesus is bringing reassurance, calmness, and quiet strength to weary hearts tonight. Jesús, llena mi corazón cansado con Tu paz esta noche. Jesus, fortalece meu coração e me envolva com Sua paz hoje. Jesus, bigyan Mo ako ng kapanatagan at tahimik na lakas ngayong gabi. Father, I trust You completely. And tonight, I will rest quietly within Your peace. Amen. 2 Corinthians prayer, evening prayer, prayer for emotional peace, Christian encouragement, prayer for reassurance, emotional healing prayer, prayer for calm thoughts, trust God prayer evening prayer for emotional peace, Christian prayer for reassurance tonight, prayer when life feels emotionally heavy, prayer for calm thoughts and steady strengthSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

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.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningPhilippians 4:7 — When the Day Has Felt Emotionally Heavy: A Prayer for Rest, Peace, and Reassurance Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope Texas • Tennessee • Lima • Bogotá • Louisiana REST • REASSURANCE • EMOTIONAL RELEASE evening prayer for emotional peace • Christian prayer for stress and anxiety • prayer for emotional rest tonight • prayer for calm thoughts and reassurance Philippians 4:7 (NIV) “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” If this day has left your heart feeling emotionally heavy, pause for a quiet moment with Jesus. You do not need to carry the weight of this day alone anymore. God sees the pressure that has been sitting quietly within your thoughts today.  He understands the emotional exhaustion, hidden worries, and inner tension that can slowly drain peace from the heart. Father, in the name of Jesus, I come before You now. Jesus, stay close to me this evening. When my thoughts begin racing with pressure and tiredness, help my heart settle gently within Your peace again. When emotional heaviness starts filling my mind with fear or restlessness, remind me that Your presence is still holding me safely. Lord, help me release this day peacefully now. I place every burden into Your hands. I release the emotional strain, hidden fears, and quiet discouragement I have been carrying throughout this day. And now, I choose peace instead of pressure. Jesus, calm the noise within my thoughts tonight.  Lead me beside still waters and let my heart rest quietly within Your presence. God has not stepped away from you.  Even in the middle of emotional tiredness, His peace remains close beside you now. Jesus is with you now. Across the world, people are carrying emotional stress, quiet exhaustion, and anxious thoughts into this evening. From Texas to Tennessee, from Lima to Bogotá and Louisiana, Jesus isbringing calmness, reassurance, and peaceful rest to weary hearts tonight. Jesús, calma mi corazón y lléname de Tu paz esta noche. Jesus, traz descanso e paz ao meu coração cansado. Jesus, patahimikin Mo ang isip at puso ko ngayong gabi. Father, I trust You completely. And tonight, I will rest quietly within Your peace. Amen. Philippians 4 prayer, evening prayer, prayer for stress and anxiety, Christian encouragement, emotional healing prayer, prayer for peace, calm thoughts prayer, trust God prayer evening prayer for emotional peace, Christian prayer for stress and anxiety, prayer for emotional rest tonight, prayer for calm thoughts and reassuranceSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

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.

Looking for daily inspiration?  Get a quote from the top leaders in the industry in your inbox every morning.   Walter Magnuson is the Executive Director of Winchester Mystery House. With a background that includes guest-facing leadership roles at The Walt Disney Company and experience in hospitality, entertainment, and operations, Walter brings a blend of historical stewardship and modern attraction management to one of the most recognizable historic properties in the United States. Throughout the conversation, he shares insights into preserving the legacy of Sarah Winchester while continuing to evolve the guest experience for modern audiences. In this interview, Walter talks about legends and lore, steering the passion, and providing reassurance. Legends and lore “And the legends and lore of the story is that she sought out a medium… and the medium advised that all the karma is cursing you.” Walter explains how the story of Sarah Winchester continues to fascinate guests more than a century after her passing. He walks through the origins of the home, from Sarah's personal tragedies and the rise of spiritualism in the late 1800s to the unusual architectural features that still define the estate today. The house's winding hallways, stairs leading nowhere, and sealed-off rooms have fueled decades of speculation and intrigue, helping transform the property into a globally recognized attraction. At the same time, Walter emphasizes that the attraction is not solely about ghost stories. The team continues uncovering new historical details about Sarah Winchester's philanthropy, business acumen, and influence during a time when few women held similar power or independence. By balancing the paranormal appeal with deeper historical storytelling, Winchester Mystery House continues to evolve while still honoring the myths and mysteries that first captured public attention. Steering the passion “I think it's really trying to steer that passion in the direction that is most beneficial for us and for the guest experience.” Walter speaks candidly about leading a team of “caretakers” who feel personally connected to the house and its history. Rather than referring to employees as staff members, the organization embraces the idea that everyone is collectively responsible for preserving and sharing Sarah Winchester's legacy. Walter explains that many team members feel deeply protective of the property, sometimes even hesitant to expose certain areas of the house to guests out of fear of damage or overuse. His leadership approach focuses on channeling that passion toward guest-centric thinking. By opening previously restricted spaces, enhancing storytelling, and modernizing parts of the experience, Walter has worked to shift the internal culture toward accessibility and hospitality while still respecting the home's historical significance. He also discusses the realities of operating a privately owned historic attraction, reminding the team that ticket revenue directly funds restoration efforts and keeps the property relevant for future generations. Providing reassurance “It's not escapism and it's not fantasy. It's reassurance.” Walter reflects on lessons he learned during his time at Disney, specifically the philosophy shared by legendary Imagineer John Hench. Walter explains that great attractions do more than entertain. They reassure guests that the world is meaningful, welcoming, and worth exploring. He connects that philosophy directly to Winchester Mystery House and other historic attractions that create emotional experiences capable of inspiring guests long after they leave. Walter also applies this mindset to leadership and organizational culture. Whether discussing neighborhood development around the property or guiding employees through operational change, he consistently emphasizes optimism, communication, and perspective. For him, attractions are not just places people visit. They are places where people reconnect with history, imagination, and each other. That sense of reassurance, he believes, is what makes experiences truly memorable and enduring.   Walter can be reached on LinkedIn, as well as by email at walter@winchestermysteryhouse.com. To learn more about Winchester Mystery House, visit Winchester Mystery House. This podcast wouldn't be possible without the incredible work of our faaaaaantastic team: Scheduling and correspondence by Kristen Karaliunas   To connect with AttractionPros: AttractionPros.com AttractionPros@gmail.com AttractionPros on Facebook AttractionPros on LinkedIn AttractionPros on Instagram AttractionPros on Twitter (X)

Send us your feedback — we're listeningIsaiah 41:10 — If Your Heart Feels Heavy This Morning: A Prayer for Calmness, Strength, and Reassurance Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope Dallas • Houston • Mexico City • São Paulo • Nashville FEAR • CALMNESS • REASSURANCE morning prayer for emotional strength • prayer when your heart feels heavy • Christian prayer for peace and reassurance • prayer for anxiety and emotional calmness Isaiah 41:10 (NIV) “So do not fear, for I am with you… I will strengthen you and help you.” If your heart already feels tired and emotionally heavy this morning, pause for a moment with Jesus. God sees the pressure you are carrying today. He understands the worries, emotional tension, and quiet fears that may already feel overwhelming before this day has fully begun. Father, in the name of Jesus, I come before You now. Jesus, walk beside me through this day. When anxious thoughts begin pulling at my peace, help my heart settle gently again.  When fear about the future starts exhausting my spirit, remind me that I do not need to face this alone. Lord, steady my thoughts today. I place every burden into Your hands now. I release the emotional pressure and quiet stress I have been carrying within myself. And now, I choose calmness instead of fear. Jesus, strengthen me gently today. Help my heart breathe peacefully again. Lead me beside still waters and hold me steady within Your peace throughout this day. Jesus, remind me that You are already walking ahead of me through every moment I may face. Your presence is comforting me even now. Jesus is with you now. Across the world, people are waking today carrying emotional exhaustion, uncertainty, and silent worries into a new day. From Dallas to Houston, from Mexico City to São Paulo and Nashville, Jesus is bringing reassurance, emotional strength, and peaceful calmness to weary hearts today. Jesús, camina conmigo y fortalece mi corazón hoy. Jesus, segura meu coração cansado com a Tua paz. Jesus, samahan Mo ako at palakasin Mo ang puso ko ngayon. Father, I trust You completely. Through Jesus Christ, lead me in peace, calmness, and reassurance today. Amen. Isaiah 41 prayer, morning prayer, prayer for anxiety, Christian encouragement, emotional healing prayer, prayer for peace, overwhelmed prayer, trust God prayer morning prayer for emotional strength, prayer when your heart feels heavy, Christian prayer for peace and reassurance, prayer for anxiety and emotional calmnessSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

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Send us your feedback — we're listening Psalm 46:1 — For the Days Life Feels Unsteady: A Prayer for Emotional Strength, Protection, and Reassurance Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope Dallas • Atlanta • Cape Town • Singapore • Vancouver REFUGE • STABILITY • STRENGTH morning prayer for emotional strength • prayer when life feels unsteady • Christian prayer for reassurance and protection • prayer for calmness during stressful days Psalm 46:1 (NIV) “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” If your heart feels unsettled today, pause for a moment with Jesus. God understands the emotional pressure and uncertainty you may be carrying quietly within yourself right now. He sees the thoughts that have been stretching your heart and draining your peace. Father, in the name of Jesus, I come before You now. Jesus, be my refuge and steady my spirit today. When stress begins pulling my thoughts in different directions, help my mind become calm again. When life feels uncertain and emotionally overwhelming, remind me that I am still safely held within Your care. I place this entire day into Your hands now. I release the pressure to keep carrying everything alone. I let go of the fears, worries, and emotional strain that have quietly been exhausting my heart. And now, I choose reassurance instead of fear. Strengthen my spirit gently. Calm my thoughts peacefully. Lead me beside still waters and help my soul rest quietly within Your presence today. Jesus, remind me that You are already standing beside me through every challenge I may face. Your peace is holding me steady even now. Jesus is with you now. Across the world, people are carrying emotional uncertainty, silent stress, and quiet exhaustion into this day. From Dallas to Atlanta, from Cape Town to Singapore and Vancouver, Jesus is bringing reassurance, calmness, and quiet strength to weary hearts today. Jesús, encuentro refugio y paz en Tu presencia. Jesus, encontro força e descanso no Teu cuidado. Jesus, pinapalakas Mo ang puso kong nababalisa. Father, I trust You completely. Through Jesus Christ, strengthen my heart and lead me in peace today. Amen. Psalm 46 prayer, prayer for strength, morning prayer, Christian encouragement, emotional healing prayer, prayer for reassurance, overwhelmed prayer, trust God prayer morning prayer for emotional strength, prayer when life feels unsteady, Christian prayer for reassurance and protection, prayer for calmness during stressful daysSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningRomans 8:38–39 — Night Prayer for Emotional Safety, Peaceful Sleep, and Reassurance That You Are Not Alone Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope New York • São Paulo • Nairobi • Singapore • Vancouver SAFETY • HOPE • REST night prayer for peaceful sleep • prayer when feeling emotionally alone • Christian bedtime prayer for calmness and reassurance • prayer for quiet hope tonight Romans 8:38–39 (NIV) “For I am convinced that neither death nor life… will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” If your heart feels emotionally tired tonight, pause for a moment with Jesus. God sees the quiet worries and heaviness you may still be carrying at the end of this day. And tonight, you do not need to face any of it alone. Father, in the name of Jesus, I come before You now. Jesus, help me rest safely within Your presence tonight. When anxious thoughts try to follow me into this night, calm my mind gently. When loneliness or emotional heaviness settles within me, remind me that Your love is still holding me securely. I place tomorrow into Your hands now. I release every fear about the future. I let go of every burden that has quietly exhausted my heart today. And now, I choose quiet hope instead of fear. Surround my home with peace tonight. Help my heart settle calmly beside Your presence. Let my thoughts become still as I rest beneath Your care tonight. Jesus, remind me that nothing can separate me from Your love. I will sleep peacefully because You are with me. Jesus is with you now. Across the world, people are searching tonight for emotional safety, reassurance, and peaceful rest. From New York to São Paulo, from Nairobi to Singapore and Vancouver, Jesus is bringing calmness, hope, and gentle peace to weary hearts tonight. Jesús, descanso seguro en Tu amor esta noche. Jesus, encontro descanso tranquilo no Teu amor. Jesus, hindi Mo ako iniiwan ngayong gabi. Father, I trust You completely. Through Jesus Christ, lead me into peaceful sleep and quiet rest tonight. Amen. night prayer, Romans 8 prayer, peaceful sleep prayer, Christian encouragement, prayer for reassurance, emotional healing prayer, bedtime prayer, trust God prayer night prayer for peaceful sleep, prayer when feeling emotionally alone, Christian bedtime prayer for calmness and reassurance, prayer for quiet hope tonightSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listening(SAFETY • HOPE • REST) Romans 8:38–39 — Night Prayer for Peaceful Sleep, Emotional Safety, and Reassurance That You Are Not Alone Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope New York • São Paulo • Nairobi • Singapore • Vancouver SAFETY • HOPE • REST night prayer for peaceful sleep • prayer when feeling alone • Christian bedtime prayer for reassurance • prayer for emotional safety tonight  Romans 8:38–39 (NIV) “For I am convinced that neither death nor life… will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. If your heart feels emotionally tired tonight, pause for a moment with Jesus. God sees the quiet worries and heaviness you may still be carrying at the end of this day.  And tonight, you do not need to carry any of it alone. Father, in the name of Jesus, I come before You now. Jesus, help me rest safely within Your presence tonight. When anxious thoughts try to follow me into this night, calm my mind gently. When loneliness or emotional heaviness settles within me, remind me that Your love is still holding me securely. I place tomorrow into Your hands now. I release every fear about the future. I let go of every burden that has quietly exhausted my heart today. And now, I choose quiet hope instead of fear. Surround my home with peace tonight. Help my heart settle calmly beside Your presence. Let my thoughts become still as I rest beneath Your care. Jesus, remind me tonight that nothing can separate me from Your love. I will sleep peacefully because You are with me. Jesus is with you now. Across the world, people are searching tonight for emotional safety, reassurance, and peaceful rest. From New York to São Paulo, from Nairobi to Singapore and Vancouver, Jesus is bringing calmness, hope, and gentle peace to weary hearts tonight. Jesús, descanso seguro en Tu amor esta noche. Jesus, encontro descanso tranquilo no Teu amor. Jesus, hindi Mo ako iniiwan ngayong gabi. Father, I trust You completely. Through Jesus Christ, lead me into peaceful sleep and quiet rest tonight. Amen. night prayer, Romans 8 prayer, peaceful sleep prayer, Christian encouragement, prayer for reassurance, emotional healing prayer, bedtime prayer, trust God prayer night prayer for peaceful sleep, prayer when feeling alone, Christian bedtime prayer for reassurance, prayer for emotional safety tonightSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

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.

In this week's episode of the Inside Elland Road podcast, co-host Chris O'Connor joins Graham Smyth to discuss their take on the win over Brighton and what happened at the club's official awards ceremony on Tuesday night. They also discuss the West Ham United game, who they want to go down and the crucial differences in Southampton's Spygate scandal.

We are often hearing the same message everywhere: calm kids down first. But what if that approach is quietly teaching children to fear discomfort instead of handling it?In this episode of Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline Buzanko breaks down the difference between helping kids regulate emotions and helping them avoid emotions. She explains why constant calming, rescuing, reassurance, and distraction can lower a child's stress tolerance over time and what actually builds resilience instead.You'll learn:Why timing matters when using breathing and grounding toolsHow avoidance gets reinforced without adults realizing itWhat courage really looks like in anxious momentsWhy kids need practice staying engaged during discomfortHow parents and teachers can support children without removing the challengeThe role sleep plays in emotional regulation and learningThis episode is essential listening for anyone supporting anxious children, overwhelmed teens, or students struggling with emotional resilience.Homework ReflectionNoticed:“When do I step in to reduce unpleasant feelings, and when do I support that movement through those unpleasant feelings?”Practical ActivitiesPause before rescuing When a child is anxious, ask:“Is my response helping them move toward the challenge or away from it?”“Am I reducing discomfort or building capacity?”Practice supportive language Use phrases like:“This is hard, and you can handle hard things.”“I'm here with you.”“You let me know when you're ready.”Build regulation proactively Encourage:Creative activitiesMovementLong exhalations during the dayPanoramic vision exercisesGrounding activities outside stressful momentsCreate manageable stress opportunities Help kids practice discomfort safely through:Trying new activitiesCold water exposureShort bursts of physical exertionSpeaking up in low-pressure settingsSmall independence challengesPrioritize sleep Adults should monitor:Consistent bedtime routinesSleep durationTechnology use before bedEmotional dysregulation linked to fatigueEnjoying the show? Help out by rating this podcast on Apple to help others get access to this information too! apple.co/3ysFijh Follow Dr. Caroline YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.carolinebuzankoIG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.carolinebuzanko/ LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/dr-caroline-buzankoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrCarolineBuzanko/Website: https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/Resources: https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/resources/articles-child-resilience-well-being-psychology/ Business inquiries: https://korupsychology.ca/contact-us/Want to learn more about helping kids strengthen their emotion regulation skills and problem-solving brains while boosting their confidence, independence, and resilience? Check out my many training opportunities! https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/upcoming-events/

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

Can someone with BPD care about other people and still behave in profoundly unempathetic ways?In this episode of The BPD Bunch, Xannie, Georgette, André, Solène, and Katja explore the uncomfortable reality that Borderline Personality Disorder can sometimes make people so emotionally reactive, hypervigilant, and consumed by fear that they stop accurately understanding or trusting other people's emotions, intentions, and experiences.This season, we're discussing BPD through the lens of the Alternative Model of Personality Disorders (AMPD). Under the AMPD, difficulties with empathy are considered part of impairments in interpersonal functioning, alongside intimacy. To meet criteria for BPD in this model, a person must have difficulties in at least two areas of personality functioning: identity, self direction, empathy, or intimacy, along with four or more pathological personality traits, which we'll be discussing in more detail later this season.In this episode:* BPD and empathy* Social paranoia in BPD* Misreading neutrality as rejection* Reassurance seeking* Fear of abandonment* Mind-reading and projection* Why emotional overwhelm can reduce empathyIf you've ever convinced yourself someone secretly hated you, struggled to trust reassurance, replayed social interactions for hours, or felt overwhelmed by other people's emotions, this episode is for you.In the first two episodes of the season, Dr. Carla Sharp, Dr. Frank Yeomans, and Dr. Alex Stein explained what the AMPD is, how it changes from the current categorical model, and how the BPD diagnosis is changing. If you missed them check them out:Part 1Part 2⸻

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St.George Episcopal Church, tells us that as we continue in the Easter season, it is a time of reassurance. By sending the Advocate (the Holy Spirit) God is helping us do the things he wishes us to do and to build His church. This shows us that God is not abandoning us. If we are faithful to God's commands, we will see the world change.Send comments to: musingsonfaith@gmail.com.

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…With over 20 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we've won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awardsIf you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following:https://x.com/i/status/2052418841666281606https://x.com/i/status/2052269021563597255 https://x.com/i/status/2052299898301624774 https://x.com/i/status/2052550075704803563 https://x.com/i/status/2052514289664049410 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp3pww9g0p5ohttps://x.com/i/status/2052057456306504151Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.com or find out more at www.metro.co.uk Voiced by Jamie East, using AI, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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?

➡️ 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.

There are moments and times in the Bible when the power and glory of the Kingdom of Heaven break through.…

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. Feel safe and supported with this reassuring meditation from the Meditation for Panic Attacks Podcast designed to calm panic and ease anxiety.

Get the free IFS meditation at exploreifs.com if you haven't alreadyThe episode focuses on creating a sacred space, shifting from listening to being, bringing attention inside, feeling toward who's here, resting in awareness, and closing with reassurance. The key takeaways are to gently return inside and acknowledge that all parts are welcome here.TakeawaysGentle return insideAll parts are welcome hereChapters00:00 Closing and Reassurance

Stuck in endless reassurance loops? Understanding why reassurance backfires and leads to worse behavior and more nervous system dysregulation helps you shift from short-term relief to real calm. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, founder of Regulation First Parenting™, guides parents to build lasting regulation.You answer, reassure, explain—and five minutes later, it starts again. It's exhausting, and it can make you question everything. You're not alone and it's not bad parenting—it's a dysregulated nervous system. In this episode, learn why reassurance backfires and leads to worse behavior and more nervous system dysregulation—and what actually helps your child feel calm and safe.Why does my child keep asking the same anxious questions over and over?If your child asks, “Are you sure I won't get sick?” or “Are you sure the door is locked?” on repeat, it's not because they didn't hear you.It's because their nervous system isn't regulated.Reassurance gives quick relief—but not lasting calmThe brain gets a dopamine hit, then craves moreAnxiety learns: ask → get relief → repeatBehavior is communication. Your child isn't looking for facts—they're looking for regulation.Real-life example:One parent shared her daughter asked 40+ questions every night. No matter how many answers she gave, it was never enough. Why? Because the brain wasn't seeking truth—it was seeking relief from distress.Why does reassurance make anxiety and OCD worse over time?This is where things get tricky—and honestly, surprising.Reassurance doesn't calm the brain long-term. It actually feeds the anxiety loop.It avoids discomfort instead of building toleranceThe brain stays in threat mode (fight-or-flight)Dependence on you increases instead of resilienceOver time, this can escalate:Anxiety → OCD patternsAnxiety → Shutdown or depressionChronic stress → nervous system overloadIt's not misbehavior—it's dysregulation.How do I help my child without reinforcing their fears?Here's the shift that changes everything:

Signs of Life - Personal Experiences - hosted by Dr. Betty Kovacs, Janet Mayer and Kimberly Saavedra Personal Encounters and exploring the afterlife Join us for an engaging discussion on personal experiences that challenge mainstream beliefs. Everyone has a story worth sharing, and we invite you to join the conversation and explore the meanings behind these experiences. This event is hosted by experts dedicated to understanding consciousness and the afterlife. Don't miss out! Everyone Has A Story To Share. We Invite You To Share YOURS! Many Of Us Have Personal Experiences That Defy Mainstream Thinking. Join Us As We Explore The Types Of Experiences That People Have, What They Mean, And How We Can Integrate Them Into Our Daily Lives. This episode of Signs of Life Radio explores the survival of consciousness through direct personal experiences, moving beyond mediumship to focus on how individuals receive signs and integrate spiritual encounters into their daily lives. The discussion highlights the profound healing found in "spiritual awakenings" and the consistent messages of love and reassurance sent from the other side. Direct Signs and Physical Manifestations The program opens with the premise that everyone has a story that might provide vital reassurance to others. Co-host Janet Mayer shares a personal account of a physical sign: a massage ball in her home moved 20 feet and navigated a 90-degree turn into the kitchen overnight. Despite attempts to replicate the movement naturally, the hosts concluded it was a deliberate sign from a deceased friend whom Janet had recently asked for a signal. The "Activation" and Spiritual Awakening A caller named Sean describes a profound encounter six months after his father's passing. He felt a humanoid shape—described as a "heatwave"—that emitted an electrical static sensation. Upon asking the entity to approach, he felt a "merging" embrace that filled him with absolute joy and love. The hosts interpret this "static" as a frequency adjustment or an "activation" of the soul. Sean notes that this experience eventually led to a spiritual awakening where he was able to forgive generational trauma and realize a sense of universal "oneness." Interestingly, Sean and the hosts discuss how physical "setbacks," such as Sean's fractured ankle or co-host Kim's broken shoulder, often serve as a "universe smackdown." These injuries force a period of stillness and isolation, providing the necessary environment for contemplation and the integration of intense spiritual experiences that the busy "physical" self might otherwise ignore. Reassurance and the "Cluster" Effect The dialogue shifts to the nature of messages from the deceased. Rather than complex instructions, the most common communications are simple reassurances: "I am okay," "I did not suffer," and "I am fine." Kim shares a story of "cluster communications" where multiple family members received independent signs from a deceased daughter, Lisa, all conveying her happiness in the spiritual realm. Betty Kovach adds that both her son and husband communicated after their respective accidents that they were "out of the body" before the moment of impact, specifically to alleviate the living family's fear of their suffering. Healing Unborn Connections The episode concludes with a moving testimony from Laura, who shares her 30-year connection with the soul of a child she never brought into the world. She identifies this spirit as "Lily," a guide who represents the message of "loving yourself." The hosts validate that connections with miscarried or aborted children are common and profound, often serving as a catalyst for the parent's own spiritual healing and the release of deep-seated trauma. The overarching theme of the discussion is that spiritual experiences are unique, personal, and valid regardless of their scale. Whether through the movement of a small object or a life-altering energetic embrace, these signs serve to "pull back the veil," reminding humanity of its creative potential and the enduring nature of love beyond the physical world.

We're talking about the loop today. The one where you keep checking: "Are we good?" "Do you still like me?" "Is everything okay?" And even when they reassure you… it doesn't stick. In this episode, we talk about:

You can't go wrong by talking to Jesus every day. -------- 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.

Welcome to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, your host Melissa Jones explores a moment that can tug at any parent's heart—when your daughter says something like, “no one likes me.”It's natural to want to quickly reassure or correct her, but Melissa invites you to look a little deeper. These words are often expressions of big emotions, not statements of fact. Instead of jumping in to fix or dismiss the feeling, she encourages parents to meet their daughters with empathy and curiosity.By slowing down and truly listening, you create space for your daughter to feel seen and understood. Melissa shares how validating emotions—without rushing to solve them—helps girls build confidence, emotional awareness, and trust in themselves over time.In this episode, we discuss:Why statements like “no one likes me” are rooted in feelings, not factsHow to respond with empathy instead of immediate reassuranceThe power of creating space for emotional expressionWays validation strengthens confidence and connectionJoin Melissa for a thoughtful and reassuring conversation about how to support your daughter through these tender moments—while helping her grow into a more confident, emotionally grounded version of herself.Download the Quick Tips PDF of today's episode for future reference.If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let's work together to raise the next generation of confident girls.We are looking for special people like you to help send a Girl to camp this summer. If you feel it in your heart, please click the link here. Every donation, no matter the size helps!Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

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  Ali Damron discusses practical strategies for managing nervous system sensitization, anxiety, and emotional regulation. She emphasizes the importance of acceptance, slowing down, and teaching the brain safety to build resilience.  Nervous system sensitization and regulation Fight or flight response and how to manage it Practical techniques for emotional resilience  sound bites "Fight or flight doesn't always look like a panic attack." "Reassurance often doesn't work when you're in threat mode." "Drop the pressure to fix everything; just be present." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Nervous System Sensitization 02:49 Understanding Fight or Flight Response 05:51 The Impact of Stress on the Body 09:03 Navigating Anxiety and Emotional Processing 11:55 Changing Your Response to Anxiety 14:41 Slowing Down to Regulate Your Nervous System 17:54 Paying Attention to Pleasant Sensations 20:48 Personal Story of Grief and Resilience 23:39 Finding Hope and Solidarity in Healing  resources David Kessler's books on grief - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=David+Kessler Ali Damron's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ali_damron/ Ali's Resources:  Consults with Ali  BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit "Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.  What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements) "How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training Website  Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron     

Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other. IWe aim to equip therapists with practical tools and encouragement for addressing relational distress. We're also excited to be part of the team behind Success in Vulnerability (SV)—your premier online education platform. SV offers innovative instruction to enhance your therapeutic effectiveness through exclusive modules and in-depth clinical examples.  Stay connected with us: Facebook: Follow our page @pushtheleadingedge Ryan: Follow @ryanranaprofessionaltraining on Facebook and visit his website James: Follow @dochawklpc on Facebook and Instagram, or visit his website at dochawklpc.com George Faller: Visit georgefaller.com In this Stage 2 AIRM episode, Ryan and James dive deep into one of the most tender, high‑risk, and high‑reward parts of EFT: working with attachment injuries in Stage 2. Building on de‑escalation work from Stage 1, they explore how to move past “talking about the injury” into fully opening the scene of the wound so that real limbic revision can occur. Ryan shares how his own disorientation around when and how to work with injuries led him to train intensively with George and Karen, and how doing solid attachment‑injury work actually taught him how to do all of Stage 2. James opens up about his personal learning edge—how hard it can be, as a caregiver, to invite vivid pain into the room—and what helps him stay present instead of pulling back. Across the episode, they unpack: Why “you cannot change what you cannot open” How to set a platform for attachment‑injury work that stabilizes both partners The art of scene work: evoking 5–7 concrete sensory cues to move from summary into live experience How to hold the injured partner's pain open long enough for the offender to truly feel the impact Why clients are “not fragile, they're too stable”—and what that means for our stance as experiential therapists They also connect this process to AIRM, the EFT World Summit, and the broader map of Stage 2—reminding us that deep injury work is not a side path, but a powerful way into the heart of restructuring the bond. Key Teaching Points from This Episode 1. Why Attachment Injury Work Belongs in Stage 2 Most clinical conversations get stuck in “What do we do with injuries in Stage 1?” Stage 1 is about stabilization and de‑escalation, not “doing surgery” on the injury. Once there is enough stability and safety, Stage 2 is where we go to the heart of the injury to create lasting change. For Ryan, learning to do good Stage 2 attachment injury work was how he learned to truly do Stage 2 at all (vs. just using its concepts). 2. “You Cannot Change What You Cannot Open” Effective injury repair requires fully opening the synaptic memory system of the event. Therapists must help clients move from summary (“this thing that happened back then…”) to live, embodied experience in the room. If the pain stays in the background, it acts like a “boogeyman”—emerging unpredictably and hijacking the bond. The task is not to “make them hurt,” but to give the pain that already lives in them a chance to be explicitly on stage, in a safe, co‑regulated frame. 3. Scene Work: How to Open and Stay in the Injury Ryan describes his scene‑based approach: Set a clear platform (framing why you're going here, for both partners). Open a specific scene of the injury and stay there (often 20+ minutes, “circles and circles”). Focus primarily on one partner's deep experience at a time. Use 5–7 concrete physical/sensory cues to shift out of summary and into experience: What do you see? What do you smell? Temperature on your skin? Textures around you? What's happening in your body? In your eyes? “You can't revise what you can't open”: the deeper and clearer the scene is evoked, the more powerful the potential for revision. 4. The Therapist's Own Edges and Nervous System James shares that, from his caregiving/medical background, watching vivid pain come alive in session can be hard on his own nervous system. The temptation is to protect clients from feeling too much, but: We are not creating pain. We are bringing existing pain into shared awareness so it can be held and transformed. Therapists must train themselves like firefighters: Trust your training Trust your equipment (the EFT map, Tango, AIRM) Trust the people you've trained with A healthy fear of what could go wrong is important, but must be balanced by a clear vision of what is lost if we never go there. 5. “Right Dose at the Right Time” Drawing on Bruce Perry's work: therapy requires the right dosage at the right time. Do not do this kind of deep, evocative surgery in Stage 1—that would be an overdose on an unstable system. In Stage 1: We treat the injury (acknowledge, validate, build some safety), But we do not do full surgical repair yet. In Stage 2: The partner is more available to co‑regulate and respond. The bond is more ready to sustain deep limbic work and revision. 6. Clients Are Not Fragile—They're Too Stable Ryan's provocative teaching line: “Your clients are not fragile. They're too stable.” They are stable in their woundedness and rigid organization: Rigid protective strategies Rigid negative self/other models As experiential therapists, if we treat clients as too fragile to go into these places, we: Collude with the stability of the injury Miss the opportunity for deep restructuring We must hold both: Tenderness and strong alliance (like a good mom with a third grader) Relentlessness in going after the dark places 7. Two Core Goals of Attachment Injury Repair (AIRM) Ryan summarizes the two main goals of attachment injury repair: The injured partner sees their pain reflected back in the eyes of the injurer. Not just verbal apologies The limbic system needs to register: “You are with me in this pain now, not talking me out of it.” Often assessed by asking (carefully): “Do you feel like your partner really gets the depth of this?” A felt sense of confidence that, given the same circumstances, this would not happen again. This is not cognitive reassurance alone. It's a body‑based sense that something fundamental has shifted in the bond and in the injurer. When both are present (often over multiple sessions), the injury can be considered functionally repaired, and the couple can return to the previous stage of EFT work. 8. Platform Building: How Ryan Sets Up the Work Ryan starts with a platform conversation before opening the scene: To the offender: “I'm not doing this to make you feel bad. You deserve not to have this event be the story of you.” Frames the work as a way to retire the “Scarlet Letter” and integrate the event into a larger, more hopeful story. Uses metaphors like sleeping on an unpinned grenade—life is too precarious if the injury is never addressed. To the injured partner: Names that a part of them is still stuck in that place (delivery room, the moment they discovered the affair, etc.). With their permission, he proposes spending several sessions there to go find and bring back that part of them. This platform: Clarifies what they're doing and why. Re‑establishes consent and collaboration. Begins stabilizing the offender's shame and the injured partner's fear before going deeper. 9. The Five “People” in the Room Ryan offers a helpful image: during injury work, there are effectively five people involved: The therapist The adult injured partner The adult injuring partner The younger/earlier version of the injured partner in the scene The younger/earlier version of the injurer in the scene The work is about going after all of them in a redemptive way—bringing those divided versions back into connection and coherence. 10. From Scene Work to Tango Move 5 and Back to the Map Once the scene is open, Ryan sees the work as “old‑school Step 5”: Deep affect assembly in the injured partner Clear enactments to the offender Sculpting the offender into A.R.E. responsiveness (Accessible, Responsive, Engaged) Helping the injured partner take in that responsiveness He often uses multiple, small enactments rather than rushing to one big one: Micro‑processing present‑moment shifts “What do you see in their eyes right now?” “What happens in your body as they reach for you?” Crucially, after deep injury work: Don't get so disoriented that you abandon the EFT map. Ideally, you return to where you were (e.g., late withdrawer re‑engagement) and complete the rest of Stage 2: Full withdrawer re‑engagement Pursuer softening 11. Using Yourself and Accepting Disorientation Ryan normalizes that, in late Stage 1, Stage 2, and especially Stage 2 injury sessions: He often leaves feeling completely disoriented (in a good way). It takes a minute to re‑orient, use the bathroom, splash water on his face. This disorientation is a sign that: He has fully entered the memory with them. He is using himself deeply as an experiential therapist. He distinguishes this from burnout: Burnout was more present when he tried to work these places without scene‑based experiential depth. Deep scene work, while intense, is actually more effective and less demoralizing than spinning in summary and argument. 12. Honoring Clients and the Mission of EFT Therapists Both highlight: Clients as major teachers—it's worth explicitly thanking them at times. Sue's stance: even at the end of her career, she was “excited to go up the hill and see what my clients are going to teach me today.” They frame trainers (and this podcast) as trying to be like: Military commanders who can't go on every mission, but must equip the troops well: Best training Best equipment Clear mission The closing tone: Deep appreciation for therapists who are willing to go to dark, painful places with their clients. Reassurance that with the map, the tango, and the AIRM frame, you are not walking into those places alone. If you like the concepts discussed on this podcast you can explore our online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Thank you for being part of our community. Let's push the leading edge together!

In this episode of Breaking the Rules, we explore one of the most frustrating and often misunderstood impacts of OCD - how it interferes with studying, productivity, and performance at work.For many people, OCD hides behind traits that are often praised: diligence, responsibility, perfectionism, and attention to detail. But beneath the surface, what may look like hard work or conscientiousness can actually be hours of painful compulsions, paralysis, and mental exhaustion.We unpack how OCD shows up in school, university, and the workplace — from endlessly rewriting emails and rereading textbooks, to missed deadlines, avoidance, and overwhelming fatigue. We also discuss how these patterns can sometimes be mistaken for ADHD, learning difficulties, or lack of motivation, making accurate assessment and treatment even more important.Most importantly, we share practical strategies clinicians and individuals can use to support functioning while treating the underlying OCD.In this episode we discuss:Why OCD often becomes most visible in study and work environmentsHow compulsions like checking, rereading, researching, and reassurance seeking sabotage productivityThe difference between perfectionism and OCD paralysisWhy OCD is often misinterpreted as ADHD or executive dysfunctionThe emotional toll of feeling “ineffective” despite working incredibly hardStrategies for managing compulsions while studying or workingSetting limits around checking, researching, and rewritingLearning the practice of “good enough”Rebuilding trust in your own judgement after OCDUsing values to guide action when motivation disappears

Parents often hear the same questions from their child again and again, and it can be hard to know if answering is helping or making things worse. In this episode, I break down the important difference between anxiety reassurance and OCD reassurance.While they can look similar on the surface, they serve very different purposes. Anxiety reassurance often comes from a child not trusting their ability to cope, while OCD reassurance acts as a compulsion that keeps the OCD cycle going. Knowing the difference can change how you respond.If you are a parent who feels stuck answering the same worries, fears, or “what if” questions, this episode will help you understand when reassurance supports your child and when it unintentionally grows anxiety and OCD.Links discussed during episode:Get the PDF handout for this episode hereFree series: Survival Tools for Parents Raising Kids with Anxiety or OCDThe SPACE Study Guide CourseVideo: How Reassurance is a CompulsionPodcast: How to Use Reassurance CardsPodcast: How to Create an Effective Incentive Plan***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?

In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom explore chronic plantar fasciitis, highlighting new 2025 research that reveals its connection to central sensitization—where the nervous system amplifies pain. They explain why traditional treatments for plantar fasciitis may not work for everyone and emphasize a holistic approach, combining strength exercises, pain education, stress management, and lifestyle changes. The hosts also discuss the importance of addressing nervous system sensitivity and offer resources for listeners seeking relief. This episode aims to provide hope and practical strategies for those struggling with long-term plantar heel pain. Needed Discount: Jen trusted Needed Supplements for fertility, pregnancy, and beyond! Support men and women's health with vitamins, Omega-3, and more. Used by 6,000+ pros. Use code OPTIMAL for 20% off at checkout! Lifting for Longevity Course Discount! Come and join our brand new course Lifting for Longevity! This course was created by Doc Jen and shot with her 73 year old mother to show that, regardless what age or level you are, you can build strength, power, mobility, balance, and so much more! It will help you understand all of the components of movement that are important when it comes to moving well, late in life. Come join us and grab a bonus discount with code OPTIMAL at checkout! We think You'll Love: Lifting for Longevity Course Jen's Instagram Dom's Instagram YouTube Channel What You'll Learn: 02:02 Overview of new research showing plantar heel pain is not just a tissue issue, but involves the nervous system. 03:30 Discussion of co-morbidities like fibromyalgia and depression, highlighting the multifaceted nature of chronic plantar fasciitis. 07:11 Emphasis on the need for a broader, nervous-system-focused approach to treating chronic heel pain. 08:31 Presentation of study results showing high rates of nervous system sensitivity in chronic heel pain patients. 10:50 Validation of listener frustrations and explanation of why pain may persist despite doing “everything right.” 12:26 Reassurance that persistent pain... For full show notes visit https://jen.health/podcast/454 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.

Hi lovely one, it's Lauren here  I'm so glad you're here with this *Ease Into Rest* meditation. Over the last few days I've had a good, gentle weekend – I've played with the cats, the weather has been absolutely stunning, and even though I've been quite tired with my new job, I'm feeling very grateful and happy.  *Little update for you:* In the next *three days* I'll be releasing a *free/low-cost 3‑chapter companion course* to support this video – with gentle reflections, practices, and a downloadable workbook so you can take this "one breath at a time" approach into your everyday life. I hope you're okay, wherever you are in the world. Please remember to look after yourself: - Focus on self‑care, even in small ways - Be kind to your busy mind - Try not to let the small stuff bother you too much If you'd like to go deeper with me, you can find my full range of courses on Teachable here: https://lauren-ostrowski-fenton-s-school.teachable.com/ If you would like to have counselling please email me on laurenostrowskifenton@gmail.com Thank you for being here and for taking this time for yourself. You are enough, and this space is for you. 

Our heroes are still reeling from the heavy cavalcade of truths revealed last week, but they must continue on in their quest to stop the empire. Perhaps the truth has brought them all the closer together, and reminded them what they are truly fighting for.The adventure continues with Screech Echo (Mike Bachmann), Selene Von Esper (Jennifer Cheek), R'Oarc (Nika Howard), T'Chuck (Tim Lanning), and our Dungeon Master Michael DiMauro. Edited by Vincent.Podcast art by https://twitter.com/yourdarlingson! Want the world to see your fan art? Post it with #DrunksAndDoodlesFind more info by clicking right here -https://linktr.ee/GAPCast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.