Podcasts about Reciprocity

"Big Eva" may be fading, but a new generation of online Christian influencers is taking its place. Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn discuss the rise of "Gig Eva," how digital platforms are reshaping Christian authority, and why accountability to real churches and communities still matters. Then, the number of words people speak each day is dropping as more of everyday life moves online. The crew considers what we lose when convenience replaces even the smallest human interactions. Then, Skye talks with behavioral scientist Nicholas Epley about why conversations with strangers usually go better than we expect. They discuss how small choices to connect with others can make us happier, healthier, and less divided. Also this week, a new explosive ocean discovery.   Holy Post Plus: Ad-Free Version of this Episode: https://holypost.substack.com/p/731-why-you-should-talk-to-strangers?r=35kf51&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true   0:00 - Show Starts   0:44 - Theme Song   1:06 - Sponsor - Access Forge - Go to https://www.accessible.faith/ to unlock the first two Belonging by Design lessons and use promo code HOLYPOST to get $200 off the full program   2:10 - Sponsor - Feeding America - Your support puts healthy food within reach, fueling the future for kids and their families. Give now at https://FeedingAmerica.org/SummerHunger   2:52 - Orcas Exploding Sunfish!   9:40 - Big Eva is now Gig Eva   29:43 - Sponsor - World Relief - Update with Matthew Sorens! Help today at http://worldrelief.org/holypostadvocates   34:08 - Humans are talking less!   45:46 - Interview   52:07 - The "Quiet Car" on the Train   59:17 - The Power of Reciprocity   1:08:51 - Testing for Yourself   1:17:07 - Technology's Role in This   1:31:52 - End Credits   Links Mentioned in News Segment: Orcas Raming Into Sunfish: https://www.npr.org/2026/07/24/nx-s1-5905327/orcas-ram-sunfish-hard-explodes   From Big Eva to Gig Eva: https://firstthings.com/goodbye-big-eva-hello-gig-eva/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email   Humans Speaking Fewer Words: https://www.theatlantic.com/family/2026/07/talking-less-reasons/688074/   Other Resources: A Little More Social: How Small Choices Create Unexpected Happiness, Health, and Connection: https://amzn.to/3RIeF6K   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.  

What if your greatest breakthroughs aren't waiting in your mind ... but in your heart?In this deeply personal conversation, I'm welcoming back Johanna Bloom for an exploration of what happened after a Heart Healing session transformed the way Johanna relates to money, intuition, and herself.What begins as a conversation about writing and publishing unfolds into something so much deeper.Together, we're exploring the intelligence of the heart, subconscious healing + re-wiring, spirituality beyond certainty, animal communication, the gift economy, and why so many of us have been taught to trust our minds more than our own inner knowing.This episode is a conversation that explores the wisdom of your heart and invites you to discover what it already knows.In this episode, we explore:Why insight alone doesn't always create lasting transformation.The subconscious belief that kept Johanna's income capped for years.How Heart Healing and hypnosis helped release a pattern hidden beneath conscious awareness.Why the beliefs that limit us aren't always rooted in fear.The surprising role metaphors play in subconscious healing.What it feels like to experience Angelic Reiki for the very first time.The symbolism of the sparrow and the unexpected ways Spirit communicates.Growing beyond religious conditioning while honoring what was meaningful.Why silence creates space for deeper wisdom to emerge.The difference between living from the mind and living from the heart.What research is beginning to reveal about the heart's intelligence. :)How intuition becomes easier to trust when your nervous system feels safe.Why fun may be one of the most overlooked spiritual practices!Rethinking abundance through the lens of the gift economy.What becomes possible when we begin relating to one another through generosity instead of scarcity.How healing creates ripple effects that extend far beyond the original intention.Whether you're curious about hypnosis, the subconscious mind, intuition, or simply long for a life that feels more spacious, connected, and alive, this conversation offers a loving invitation to explore a different way of knowing.Because sometimes your heart already knows what your mind is still trying to figure out!

In this episode, Megan and Frank discuss the secret CIA mind control program known as MKUltra. Is mind control really possible? What ethical norms should govern human subjects research? And should those rules be flexible in the face of an existential threat?To investigate some of these questions, this episode contains a guest interview with Dr. Justin Bernstein (University of Virginia). Dr. Bernstein joins the podcast to discuss questions relating to research ethics, the relationship between politics and morality, and trust in public health institutions. Hosts' Websites:Megan J Fritts (google.com)Frank J. Cabrera (google.com)Email: philosophyonthefringes@gmail.com-----------------------Bibliography:John Lisle, "Project Mind Control: Sidney Gottlieb, the CIA, and the Tragedy of MKULTRA" (St. Martin's Press, 2025)Reciprocity, Vulnerability, and the Moral Significance of Herd Immunity - Bernstein - 2023 - Journal of Applied PhilosophyInterim Framework for COVID-19 Vaccine Allocation and Distribution in the United StatesJustin Bernstein, Athmeya Jayaram & Brian Hutler, Assessing The Liberty-Based Case Against Pandemic Lockdowns - PhilPapersBuilding trust while influencing online COVID-19 content in the social media world - PMCPolitical Realism | Internet Encyclopedia of PhilosophyWe Built Reality - Hardcover - Jason Blakely - Oxford University PressMachiavelli - The Prince | Project GutenbergRawls - A Theory of Justice: Revised Edition-----------------------Cover Artwork by Logan Fritts-------------------------Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/simon-folwar/neon-signsLicense code: 0RHIQO3EGPUDF8Z9

Get the BOOK Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the episode and personal background 00:48 The roommate phase and its effects on marriage 02:18 The importance of stopping competition in relationships 03:28 The dangers of rehearsed arguments and ego defense 04:28 Influence of outside opinions and family on marriage 05:42 Effective communication and understanding each other's perspectives 07:28 Emotional intelligence and gender differences 09:22 Killing the ego to connect emotionally 10:14 Jessica's independence and power struggle in early marriage 12:22 Embracing authenticity and emotional vulnerability 14:12 Redefining strength through emotional intelligence 15:18 The impact of ego on intimacy and sex life 17:11 Reciprocity and unconditional love in marriage 20:32 Addressing purity culture and past relationship influences 22:26 Recommended reading: Ego as the Enemy by Ryan Holiday 23:24 Closing remarks and gratitude Follow The Tired Dad Follow The Tired Mom Follow on YouTube Follow on Substack Follow on Facebook Follow on TikTok Send your questions, comments, and stories to podcast@tireddad.com Send collaboration inquires to collabs@tireddad.com

Send us Fan MailPresident Trump just said he's working on national right-to-carry reciprocity, and a new op-ed from researcher John Lott backs it up with hard data. Jeff breaks down what national reciprocity would mean for every concealed carry holder in America and why this might be the best chance we've ever had to make it happen.John Lott Op-Edsubscribe to my newsletterFollow this link and get $25 in ammo.Fountain Podcast AppFollow me on FountainFollow twitter @JeffDowdleFollow me on Truth Social - @JeffDowdleConvention of States ProjectPresearch search engine sign up.Brave BrowserFind our Representativeemail me at jeff@livetoshoot.comSupport the showSupport the show

What if self-love, a corrective to shame, abandonment, and self-erasure, has begun producing a danger: a person so committed to honoring the self that nobody else's humanity can interrupt it? Self-love should restore dignity. It should rescue people from relationships, religions, families, and social systems that trained them to disappear. Yet every medicine contains the possibility of overdose. The language of healing can become a constitution. “Protecting my peace” can mean refusing truth. “Knowing my worth” can become a ranking system. “Choosing myself” can become permission to leave every room where reciprocity, compromise, correction, or repair is required. The ghost of Narcissus does not appear when someone admires themselves. It appears when the reflection becomes more sacred than reality. The person no longer loves the whole self, with its beauty, damage, courage, selfishness, tenderness, and capacity to injure. They love an edited image that must remain innocent. Anyone who challenges that image becomes toxic, misaligned, jealous, unsafe, or beneath their vibration. The deeper question may be more radical than whether self-love creates narcissistic tendencies. Could the highest form of self-love be selfless? Not self-erasing. Not boundaryless. Not weak. Selfless in the strictest sense: love with no ego seated at the center demanding elevation, exemption, admiration, or control. A functional self remains. Agency remains. Dignity remains. The throne disappears. Perhaps real self-love does not say, “I am above you.” It says, “I no longer need to stand above anyone to remain whole.” The person who hates themselves may be unable to receive love. The person who worships themselves may be unable to give it. The person who truly loves themselves may no longer need to make the self the center of love. Which one lives in your mirror: a healed self, a defended image, or Narcissus wearing the language of awakening?

In this episode of the Global Sales Leader Podcast, Jason Cooper sits down with Bob Burg, co-author of the international bestseller The Go-Giver, to explore why value, trust, and service—not pressure—drive sustainable sales success.Bob shares:The origin story behind The Go-GiverThe 24 publisher rejections before successWhy people buy based on value, not quotasThe real meaning of giving and receiving in salesThe balance between AI and authentic human connectionHow introverts can win in sales and leadershipIf you're serious about sales leadership, entrepreneurship, influence, relationship-building, and value-based selling, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom.

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In this engaging episode of the Meditative Prayers podcast, hosted by the insightful Zach Clinton and available on Pray.com, we delve into the meaningful concept of reciprocity within our spiritual community. Along our spiritual odyssey, there are instances when cultivating reciprocity and experiencing the divine give-and-take becomes a central yearning. These moments not only deepen our faith but also rejuvenate our connections, propelling us towards our individual dreams. The steadfast truth endures: guided by the Lord, we inherently possess the capacity to manifest these aspirations, uncovering renewed hope and purpose in our journey. Rooted in sacred scriptures, we embark on an exploration of this transformative human experience. For those seeking guidance in fostering reciprocity on their faith journey, we extend a heartfelt invitation to explore the Pray.com app. By downloading it today, you can embark on a transformative journey of faith and resilience, deeply anchored in the unwavering presence of the Divine. Together, let us wholeheartedly embrace the remarkable potential for reciprocity within us, discovering boundless inspiration and strength during our shared spiritual pilgrimage. Join us in this enlightening episode as we venture toward a profound understanding of cultivating reciprocity in our spiritual aspirations, uncovering the extraordinary sense of fulfillment that resides within each one of us. Embracing the practice of praying before slumber is more than just a routine; it's an avenue to recenter your heart, aligning it with God's purpose. Let Pray.com's Meditative Prayer be a nightly companion, deepening your bond with the Almighty and settling your spirit for a serene night's rest.Zach Clinton is from the American Association of Christian Counselors, for more information please visit: https://aacc.net/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You've probably heard the advice: "If they don't match your energy, cut them off."But what if that mindset is actually causing you to lose really good friendships?In this video, I'm sharing a different perspective after spending the last 15 years studying friendship and sharing more than 500 meals with strangers. We'll talk about why friendship isn't a scoreboard, why reciprocity can quietly become transactional, and what you should be looking for instead when building meaningful relationships.Get your "12 Questions to Ask Before You End the Friendship" Guide for FREE here!Support the showWant to work with Zoe 1-on-1 for personalized friendship coaching for that extra push and source of accountability? Zoe has limited slots available on a rolling basis, so please email contact@accidentallyintentional.com (subject line: COACH ME) and the team will be in touch with next steps!Subscribe to the Leveled Up Friendships YouTube channel!

So many business owners hesitate to reach out for collaborations or referrals because they're convinced they don't have enough to offer in return. Maybe your audience feels too small, maybe you can't refer clients back, or maybe it just feels awkward to ask without a perfectly equal trade lined up. In this replay episode of Sequence Over Strategy, Michelle breaks down why that way of thinking is holding you back and why real reciprocity rarely looks like a simple one-for-one exchange. Resources The Michelle Warner Networking That Pays Free Workshop Previous Episodes

This week, MichaelAaron and Richard kick off their miniseries “Inside Influence” on Robert Cialdini's classic book Influence. They unpack the principles of reciprocity and liking, exploring how gifts increase spending, why similarity builds trust, and how brands can ethically shape persuasion and behavior.

Summary In this episode, Andy sits down with Attia Qureshi, a coach and negotiation expert who is co-author, with John Richardson, of Never Settle. There's no shortage of great negotiation advice out there, yet in real conversations with real stakes and real emotions, that advice often fails to turn into action. This book tackles that gap between insight and habit. Attia shares why emotions are not a distraction from negotiation but central to it, why getting clear about what you actually want is harder than it sounds, and how we leave value on the table without realizing it. You'll hear practical stories, from resetting a difficult relationship with a glass of lemonade to expanding the pie in a salary negotiation, plus small daily exercises for building resilience to rejection and learning to say no in a way that strengthens relationships rather than damaging them. If you're looking for practical, doable ways to become a more confident negotiator and influencer, this episode is for you! Sound Bites "You can get more by caring about what the other person needs and building a strong relational foundation." "People are not born amazing negotiators. They develop that skill over time, just like people are not born confident." "You have to practice that small step out in the real world where the stakes are low and build that skill day after day, month after month." "You and I have probably already negotiated half a dozen times today." "When someone gives us something, we want to return the favor." "New studies now show that 90 to 95% of decision-making comes from unconscious emotional processing." "So many of us quit before we even start." "But if we do have a goal and we do prepare for the conversation, our likelihood of success is double." "A good negotiation doesn't always mean getting 'yes' at the end of it." "I always tell my students, people can almost always help you. It depends on if they want to or not." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:06 Start of Interview 02:17 Growing Up: Early Lessons in Conflict 07:10 Negotiation and Confidence Are Skills, Not Personality 08:04 Life Is Full of Everyday Negotiations 10:30 Why Negotiation Training Often Fails 12:30 Resetting a Difficult Relationship 17:20 Influence vs. Manipulation 22:33 Emotions, Fear, and Building Resilience 28:00 Using the Emotion Wheel 29:36 Getting Clear on What You Really Want 33:39 Expanding the Pie: Creating Value 40:50 The Power of Saying No 47:27 Teaching Kids to Negotiate 51:23 End of Interview 51:55 Andy Comments After the Interview 55:22 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Attia and her work at AttiaQureshi.com. For more learning on this topic, check out: Episode 157 with Dr. Robert Cialdini. Known as the godfather of influence, his name came up several times during today's discussion, making this a great follow-up. Episode 412 with Scott Walker. A former Scotland Yard hostage negotiator who shares a lot of practical lessons about influence. Episode 385 with Vanessa Patrick. She wrote one of the best books on how to say no, a fitting companion to today's conversation. Chat with PMeLa You can chat directly with PMeLa—the podcast's AI persona—to get episode recommendations and answers to your project management and leadership questions. Visit PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com/PMeLa to chat with her. Join Us for LEAD52 I know you want to be a more confident leader–that's why you listen to this podcast. LEAD52 is a global community of people like you who are committed to transforming their ability to lead and deliver. It's 52 weeks of leadership learning, delivered right to your inbox, taking less than 5 minutes a week. And it's all for free. Learn more and sign up at GetLEAD52.com. Thanks! Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Power Skills Topics: Negotiation, Influence, Leadership, Project Management, Reciprocity, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Saying No, Stakeholder Management, Relationship Building, Value Creation, Confidence The following music was used for this episode: Music: Quantum Sparks (Full Version) by MusicLFiles License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Tropical Vibe by WinnieTheMoog License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

In this week's episode, I am celebrating by sharing my favorite lessons from the Top 25 Most-listened episodes of The 20% Podcast which originally aired as Episode 217 of the show. Over the past few weeks, I have shared the Top 20 episodes (links to those episodes below), but wanted to compile all of these lessons into 1 episode. But first, let's start by counting down Episodes 25-21:25. Episode 106: “Figure 8s” with Landon Meyers24. Episode 112: “Embrace Nervousness” with Mike Wander 23. Episode 87: “Your Vibe Attracts Your Tribe” with Ariel Lee22. Episode 98: “Daniel's School of Business” with Daniel Ryan21. Episode 50: “Sales: An Underrated Profession” with Scott LeeseSee below for the rest of the Top 25 List:20. Episode 93: “Only Expose Yourself To Things You Have Space For” with Lindsay Boccardo19. Episode 80: “Proud of The Struggle in His Life” with Collin Mitchell18. Episode 5: “Great Ideas Unexecuted Are Bad Ideas” with Brian Bobeck17. Episode 72: “Managing The Course” with John Morris16. Episode 20: “Tough Times Are An Opportunity” with Larry Long Jr15. Episode 3: “Investing 101” with Tim Chubb14. Episode 75: “The Start of Gratitude” with Kevin Carpenter13. Episode 76: “Finding A Job That Fits Your Personality” with Joel Lalgee12. Episode 92: “Sellers Need To Be Mini-Marketers” with Jason Bay11. Episode 84: “The Law of Reciprocity” with Belal Batrawy10. Episode 97: “The 3.99 GPA” with Morgan Buchanan9. Episode 108: “Knowing Your Hourly Rate” with Ian Koniak8. Episode 66: “Showing Up Authentically” with Darren McKee7. Episode 1: “Finding The Angle That Motivates You” with Drew Cohen6. Episode 100: “Day in the Life of The Meckes Chief Residence Officer”  Dana Cohen5. Episode 58: “Get To The Truth” with Nick Cegelski4. Episode 96: “Building SaaSBros In Public” with Erik McKee3. Episode 79: “Creating The Evangelist Role” with Jen Allen-Knuth2. Episode 63: “Focus on Outputs, Not Outcomes” with Ian Koniak1. Episode 78: “How SaaS Saved His Life” with Anthony Natoli Check out the best of from the top 1-5 episodes:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/148-lessons-from-the-top-5-episodes-of-the/id1528398541?i=1000617537318 Check out the best of from the top 6-10 episodes:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/156-the-best-of-the-20-podcast-round-2/id1528398541?i=1000624379182Check out the best of the top 11-15 episodes:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/158-the-best-of-the-20-podcast-round-3-the-top/id1528398541?i=1000625921806 Check out the best of from the top 16-20 episodes:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/163-the-best-of-the-20-podcast-round-4-the-top/id1528398541?i=1000629890702 Thank you so much for your support. If there are any guests you'd like to hear me talk with on The 20% Podcast, send me a message on LinkedIn. Please enjoy this week's episode of The 20% Podcast.I am now in the early stages of writing my first book! It will cover my journey into sales, the lessons learned, and include stories and advice from top sales professionals around the world. I'm excited to share these interviews and bring you along on this journey!Like the show? Subscribe to the email: Subscribe HereI want your feedback! Reach out at 20percentpodcastquestions@gmail.com or connect with me on LinkedIn.If you know anyone who would benefit from this show, please share it! If you have suggestions for guests, let me know!Enjoy the show!

The Principle Of Reciprocity by Rev Jonathan Imogu by Victory Inheritance Ministries

It opens with cultural insights and travel stories — the kind of off-the-clock banter that always ends up revealing something real about how different people think, buy, and do business. And that's exactly where this episode finds its footing: in the uncomfortable truth that most detailers and service businesses are marketing to a ghost. They think they know their customer. They don't.Shawn, Marshall, and their guest kick things off with a conversation about authenticity — what it actually means in business versus what people say it means to sound good online. Because there's a difference between being real and performing realness, and customers can feel it. The "bamboozle" segment hits hard: the moments where businesses overpromise, underdeliver, and lose a customer forever — often without ever knowing it happened. The lesson isn't just don't be shady. It's that shortcuts in customer relationships always cost more than they save.The conversation then zeroes in on one of the most underexecuted fundamentals in the detailing industry: knowing exactly who your target customer is for each service you offer. Not just "car owners." Not just "people who care about their vehicle." The specific human being — their income, their lifestyle, their values, their vehicle — who is most likely to book, pay premium prices, and come back. Shawn and Marshall walk through how to actually identify that person, how cultural and demographic factors shape buying behavior, and why trying to market every service to everyone is one of the fastest ways to sound like nobody.From there the episode pivots to community — and this isn't a fluffy conversation about "building your tribe." It's practical. How do you create a community platform that actually generates loyalty? How do you reward the members who show up, contribute, and help answer questions? How do you turn a Facebook group or Discord into a genuine business asset instead of a place where people post memes and complain?The pirate mentality segment is one of the best moments of the episode — a raw take on starting before you're ready, moving before you have permission, and building while everything is still messy. Because the operators who wait until everything is perfect never start. And the ones who just go — and figure it out as they move — are the ones writing the playbook everyone else copies five years later.The episode closes on something that doesn't get talked about enough in this industry: giving back. Not as a marketing tactic. As a principle. The detailers and shop owners who contribute to the industry — who share knowledge, support peers, and operate with integrity — are the ones building something that lasts. Reciprocity is real, and it compounds.⚡ Key TakeawaysStop Marketing to Everyone: Identify the exact target customer for each service you offer — demographics, lifestyle, vehicle type, and values — and build every campaign around that specific person.The Bamboozle Always Backfires: Overpromising, misleading marketing, and cutting corners on customer experience might work once. It never works twice. Authenticity isn't optional — it's survival.AI Enhances, It Doesn't Replace: Use AI to sharpen your content and automate the repetitive stuff — but the voice, the story, and the relationship have to be genuinely yours. Customers smell generated content from a mile away.Community is a Business Asset: A well-run community platform builds loyalty, generates feedback, surfaces your best advocates, and creates a moat around your business that no competitor can easily cross.Reward the Contributors: The members of your community who show up, help others, and add value deserve recognition. Incentivize engagement and watch the whole community lift.Diversify Your Customer Sources: If all your leads come from one place — one platform, one referral source, one neighbourhood — you're one algorithm change away from a very bad month. Spread the risk.

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Pres. Trump makes promise to allow reciprocal open carry rights across the US. Florida head of Gun Owners of America Luis Valdes on the Supreme Court not hearing a couple of gun rights cases, including from Florida on under 21 purchases. But, SCOTUS will rule on assault rifles in next term.

How separate is the cognition in our heads from cognition with our bodies, our tools, our communities and our ecosystems? What is participatory sense making and why is our world becoming less and less disposed to doing it? What does connecting cognitively with the world beyond our own bodies do for our sense making, and so for the future of our species?In this episode we have the intriguing topic of extended cognition to explore, and in particular the field of participatory sense-making. So we get into the extended component of the 5E's model of embodied cognition; how our technologies, including AI, are much more influential on our cognition than mere tools that we set aside after use; we talk about our co-dependence on the natural world, and what happens to cognition and our society when our sense of “kinship” with it is lost; And we get into detail on the crucial process of participatory sense making, and how important it is to arrive to consensus rather than getting bogged down in polarisation, which in turn allows us to decide on urgent solutions as a species.Fortunately these are the exact specialisations of our guest, psychologist, cognitive scientist and philosopher at the University of British Columbia, Rebecca Todd. With a background also in neuroscience, she's authored nearly 100 academic papers, whilst her substack hosts her much loved writings for the general What we discuss:00:00 Intro.06:05 Extended cognition defined.08:45 Distributed cognition - Edward Hutchins.09:00 Attention, learning and memory are all distributed.10:00 Can we identify the cognitive boundary between self and other?14:30 Heidegger's warning about undermining the influence of technology.17:00 We give our tools too much credit.19:00 Large Language Model's effect on extended cognition.23:00 Individualistic, extractive, competitive motivations for technology.24:00 Self AS relationship rather than IN relationship - Dr. Yuri Celidwen.28:10 Non-verbal communication.29:46 Feedback loops between nature and our minds.33:50 Connection to nature and mental health.37:20 Belonging and ‘kinship' with the natural world.39:45 Objects can have personality - Object personality Synesthesia.44:20 Risk of appropriation, when applying indigenous ideas of ‘belonging'.46:50 The ‘Trim Tab' analogy — small interventions can lead to big changes in direction, Greg Watson.53:15 Participatory Sense-making explained.57:30 Shifts happen before and after moments of synchrony.59:30 Conditions required for participatory sense-making.01:02:20 The 4 R's: Reciprocity, Respect, responsibility and relevance.01:03:05 Neurodivergence: bridging the way we see the world differently.01:12:15 The new lack of bandwidth for complexity and nuance - information overload.01:15:30 Creating the time and space needed to do participatory sense-making.01:19:30 Food together is a magical ingredient.01:23:30 Openness and listening can be trained.01:24:20 Is consensus necessary.01:29:10 Tolerance of diversity rather than unified consensus.References:Beck Todd Substack, “Towards an ecology of mind”Andy Clarke and David Chalmers, “Extended Cognition” paperEdward Hutchins - Distributed Cognition paper.Fernando Rosas - Statistical boundaries between agents.Karen McClean - SPIN Lab (human-robot interactions through the sense of touch)Shirley Turcotte - Indigenous Focusing-oriented Therapy (IFOT)“Participatory Sense-making with the More than Human World” With Yuri Celidwen.An interview with Dr. Greg Watson - Ex US agricultural ministerHannah De Jaegher & Ezequial Di Poalo, “Participatory Sensemaking, An enactive approach to social cognition”. V.J .Kirkness, “First Nations and Higher Education: the four 4's”“The Multiplicity of Worlds” with Penijean Gracefire et al.Ed Young, “An immense world”“Community Out of the Ashes” with Eli Oda Shina.Gabor Mate, “In the realm of hungry ghosts - Encounters with Addiction”

Pleasure gets framed as a reward you earn after you've 'fixed' everything and everyone. I'm calling time on that. When women are conditioned to overfunction, carry the emotional labour, and stay permanently available, burnout is not a personal failing, it's the expected outcome. So let's talk about joy, fun and pleasure as a daily practice, and as a quiet refusal to participate in the dynamics that keep us small. I share why guilt, especially mum guilt, so often serves patriarchy and not your family, and what happens when you stop “standing to attention” every time someone is disappointed or upset. We dig into the messy middle of change: being judged as selfish, learning boundaries that protect your nervous system, and why trying to control how you're perceived can turn your whole life into a performance. I also tell a real story from my own week, where my inner critic screamed “self sabotage”, and how I used a candle, journalling and kindness to reset and find the next right step. We then zoom out into relationships, community and intimacy: how to build a real village through reciprocity, why friendships matter, and what receptivity actually looks like when you let yourself receive without keeping score. This includes sex and pleasure, but the bigger point is life force: coming home to your body, trusting your intuition, and remembering you can hold anger and still laugh, you can want more and still seize the day. If this lands, subscribe, share with a friend who needs it, and leave a review so more women can find the work.More from me or to work with me go to KirstyDee.comText The Show/ Fan Mail Here

A Note from James:If I could tell my children to read one post of mine, it would be this post.Influence is how they will navigate a world of uncertainty.Robert Cialdini is the most influential person in the world. And by that I mean, he wrote the book Influence, which sold 3 million copies and defines the six critical aspects of all influence.Now he has a new book, Pre-Suasion, going 10x deeper into the concepts of persuasion. I got him on my podcast so I could ask the 1,000 questions I have.Small story from the book:If you name a restaurant “Studio 97” instead of “Studio 17,” people are more likely to tip higher.If you ask a girl for her phone number outside a flower store, triggering feelings of romance, she is more likely to give it to you than if you ask her outside a motorcycle store.And 500 other stories.The environment is just as important as what you say.Before the podcast began, I gave him a book as a gift: The Anxiety of Influence, a history of poetry.What would poetry have to do with influence and marketing?In all art, since the beginning of time, artists have built on the work of the artists of the generation before them.Beethoven depended on a Mozart to be a Beethoven. Picasso depended on a Cézanne. Without Michelson, there would be no Einstein.But poets, for some reason, would deny being influenced.“I never even read Ezra Pound,” shouted one poet at a critic.Poets want to be seen as original.Nobody is 100% original.This is the anxiety of influence.Almost all of our decisions, and even our creativity, are outsourced to the people around us who influence us: peers, teachers, religion, parents, bosses, etc.Our personality is our own particular mishmash of influences.How we deal with that anxiety, how we recognize the influences, learn from them, and build from them, is the birth of all of our creativity.Let me summarize the seven aspects of influence:Reciprocity: If you give someone a Christmas card, they will want to return the favor.Likability: Make yourself trustworthy. For instance, outline the negatives of dealing with you.Consistency: Ask someone for a favor. Now they will say to themselves, “I am the type of person who does James a favor.”Social Proof: If you are trying to get someone to do X, show them that “a lot of your peers do X.” For instance, if you are at a bar and you are a guy trying to meet women, bring your women friends and not your guy friends with you.Authority: “Four out of five dentists say…”Scarcity: “Only 100 iPhones left at this store!”Unity: You and I are the same because of location, values, religion, etc.I've used each of the above in business.They work.They will make you money.The entire purpose of language is to influence.We are not strong animals. We are weak.The language of influence saved us.Probably a word like “Run!” was the first word spoken.A word of influence.And it worked.I'm still running from the things I fear.So speak to influence.Don't speak to call a flower yellow.Speak to breathe spirit into an idea, to be enthusiastic, to convey emotion, to influence.This is the only way to have an impact with your unique creativity.I gave Robert the book as a gift — reciprocity — assuming we would have a great podcast.And we did.But then I thought later, I can't even remember how Robert got on my podcast.I highly recommend his book in the podcast and even in this post.As he got into his car after the podcast in order to go to his next interview, I started thinking:“Hmmm, who influenced who?”Episode Description:Robert Cialdini wrote the book on persuasion — literally. His classic Influence became one of the defining books on why people say yes, how decisions get shaped, and why the smallest cue in the room can change the outcome of a conversation.In this episode from the archive, James talks with Cialdini about Pre-Suasion, the idea that persuasion starts before the actual pitch. It begins with what people notice, what they feel, what is in the environment, and what frame has already been set before the first real ask is made.They talk about flower shops, restaurant names, voting booths, Warren Buffett's shareholder letters, Anwar Sadat's negotiation instincts, and the rabbi who helped save thousands of lives with one sentence. But the episode is not just about marketing. It is about how people make decisions under uncertainty — and how to use influence ethically, whether you are asking for a job, building a business, negotiating a deal, writing a sales letter, or trying to become more trusted.What You'll Learn:Why persuasion often begins before the message — and how small cues in the environment can make people more receptive.How Cialdini's original six principles of influence work: reciprocity, consistency, social proof, scarcity, authority, and liking.Why Cialdini added a seventh principle, unity — the feeling that “we are the same” — and why it can be even stronger than liking.When to use social proof versus authority, and how to decide which kind of evidence matters most in a given situation.Why admitting weakness first can build trust, and how Warren Buffett uses honesty as a persuasion tool instead of a liability.Timestamped Chapters:[00:00] Introduction and episode preview[01:25] Interview begins — James introduces Robert Cialdini and Pre-Suasion[03:12] The flower shop study: why context changes the answer before the question is asked[05:48] Valentine Street and the hidden power of unrelated cues[06:42] Wine stores, voting booths, and fluffy cloud mattresses[08:10] Are humans irrational, or are shortcuts necessary?[10:17] How the pictures on your wall can change what you write[11:36] The six — now seven — principles of influence[12:00] Reciprocity: the Hare Krishna flower example and the power of personalized gifts[16:40] Consistency: Anwar Sadat, Henry Kissinger, and giving people a reputation to live up to[19:30] Cialdini's undercover research with sales organizations[23:30] Social proof: medical no-shows, restaurant menus, and what happens when a message backfires[26:43] Social proof as feasibility: “people like me can do this”[29:07] Authority: when expert endorsement beats crowd validation[33:55] Why companies lose with better products when they fail to frame the decision properly[35:10] Building authority from zero by using honesty and scarcity[37:05] The Avis “We're number two” campaign and the trust value of admitting weakness[38:24] Warren Buffett's shareholder letters and the persuasive power of leading with mistakes[41:30] Unity: Cialdini's seventh principle of influence[44:24] The rabbi, the Japanese tribunal, and the sentence that saved a community[48:30] Applying unity in job interviews, dating, and negotiations[51:10] Loss aversion and how uncertainty changes persuasion[55:00] Why long sales letters can outperform short ones[55:30] Cialdini's practical framework: find what is true, direct attention to it, then make the case[59:00] Fake scarcity and why false urgency destroys trust[65:00] Closing thoughts on ethical influence and genuine specificityAdditional Resources:Robert Cialdini — Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion — Cialdini's classic book on the core principles of persuasion and compliance. Robert Cialdini — Pre-Suasion: A Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade — the follow-up book discussed throughout the episode, focused on what happens before the persuasive message itself. Berkshire Hathaway Shareholder Letters — referenced in the episode as a real-world example of trust-building through candor and weakness-first communication. Daniel Kahneman and Prospect Theory — Cialdini references the role of loss aversion and uncertainty in persuasion; Kahneman received the 2002 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences for integrating psychological research into economic decision-making. Chiune Sugihara — the Japanese diplomat connected to the story Cialdini uses to explain unity and shared identity. The Avis “We're Number Two” Campaign — discussed as an example of turning a weakness into credibility by being honest before making the positive case.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It seems that the modern world is in its isolation era, leaving us craving the easy comfort of irl camaraderie. Ideally, the kind that comes without the need to buy a ticket or split a bill. Because becoming a villager isn't just a salve for loneliness, it's a rebellion against consumerism.After a whole season of following the money, we're wrapping up our finale contemplating how we can create community without it. We're hearing from our community about how they show up as villagers, and how they start their own villages. Turns out you don't need to bean extrovert, have a huge group chat, or be a pillar in your community. You just have to show up. These relationships we make with our community create bonds that strengthen our ability to adapt in climate disasters, financial instability, and even supply chain woes. And getting started is easier than you think.

Sunday June 14, 2026 – By Bob Cote Continuing the series of ‘Minor Profits' Zechariah 1:18-3:10

What happens when providing for someone you love starts feeling less like an act of love and more like a job?In this episode of The Cognac Room, we explore the difference between being a provider and feeling used. Many people enter relationships willing to give, support, and sacrifice for their partner, but what happens when that effort isn't reciprocated, appreciated, or respected?We discuss why some providers become resentful, how entitlement can quietly creep into relationships, and the warning signs that a partnership may have become one-sided. Is the problem the money, the effort, or the feeling that your value is tied solely to what you can provide?Join us as we unpack the role of appreciation, reciprocity, expectations, and accountability in healthy relationships.In this episode:• Provider vs. being used• The difference between support and obligation• Why resentment builds in relationships• When appreciation disappears• Financial expectations in modern dating• Reciprocity, respect, and partnership• Knowing when you're valued versus utilizedPull up a chair, pour up a glass, and let's discuss.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp Cognac Room listeners get 10% off of your first month at https://www.betterhelp.com/cognacroom

(Vallecitos Mountain Retreat Center) Drawing in the Buddhist teaching of dependent co-arising, this talk explores what it means to belong to a living world

(Vallecitos Mountain Retreat Center) Drawing in the Buddhist teaching of dependent co-arising, this talk explores what it means to belong to a living world

When Tina Roth Eisenberg moved to New York in 1999 as a new designer, she kept asking herself the same question: where are my people? Eighteen years ago, she answered it by starting Creative Mornings—a free breakfast lecture series that has since grown into what she describes as the world's largest face-to-face creative community: 252 cities, 70 countries, and more than a thousand volunteers gathering with around 25,000 people every month. Or, as she puts it, “church for creativity.” Visit our Susbtack for bonus content and more: https://designbetterpodcast.com/p/tina-roth-eisenberg-creative-mornings But Creative Mornings is just one thread in Tina's story. She's the voice behind Swiss Miss, the beloved design blog she's kept up for 21 years; the founder of FRIENDS, a creative coworking community in Brooklyn; and the creator of Tattly, the designer temporary tattoo company that started as a joke and turned into a business. In our conversation, Tina shares what she's learned about building communities that scale on trust rather than control, why she measures success in “return on friendship,” and how playful side projects increase “the surface area for luck to find you.” We also talk about commitment as a creative practice, raising creative kids, and why she believes the future isn't lonely—it's hyperlocal. Bio Tina Roth Eisenberg is a Swiss-born, Brooklyn-based designer and serial founder—though many know her simply as "swissmiss," after the design blog she started in 2005 as a personal visual archive, which grew into a popular design journal drawing an average of a million unique visitors a month. Raised in Speicher, Switzerland, and shaped by Swiss design (and, as she puts it, a lot of fresh mountain air), she completed her design studies in Geneva and Munich before moving to New York in 1999. She is the founder of CreativeMornings, the world's largest face-to-face creative community, with monthly talks in 252 cities across 70 countries; the founder of Tattly, the designy temporary tattoo company; co-creator of the to-do app TeuxDeux; and founder of FRIENDS, a creative coworking space in Brooklyn. She lives in beautiful Fort Greene, Brooklyn, with her two children, Ella and Tilo, who teach her about current memes and TikTok. Books & Links mentioned: CreativeMornings.com Creative Quests, Sam Furness Dark Forest,Yancey Strickler Nanowrimo Swissmiss Yancey Strickler: Creative Mornings talk from May 2025 Vacation With An Artist Creative Mornings Field Trips Creative Morning Clubs The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World *** Premium Episodes on Design Better This ad-supported episode is available to everyone. If you'd like to hear it ad-free, upgrade to our premium subscription, where you'll get an additional 2 ad-free episodes per month (4 total). Premium subscribers also get access to the documentary Design Disruptors and our growing library of books. New premium subscriber benefit: we've launched a private Slack workspace…join now to connect with designers, product leaders & creative practitioners in our community. And get a behind-the-scenes pass to every episode with The Roundup, where each week we bring you insights and actionable tactics from recent episodes. You'll also get access to our monthly AMAs with former guests, ad-free episodes, discounts and early access to workshops, and our monthly newsletter The Brief that compiles salient insights, quotes, readings, and creative processes uncovered in the show. And subscribers at the annual level now get access to the Design Better Toolkit, which gets you major discounts and free access to tools and courses that will help you unlock new skills, make your workflow more efficient, and take your creativity further. Upgrade to paid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Open Bedroom Podcast, My husband Scott and I discuss why people often don't get a second date, identifying 5 problematic dater archetypes: Chatty Cathy, Negative Nancy, Pillow Princess, Boring Brenda, and Free Date Fran. Our central message is simple: show genuine curiosity about your date. We emphasize that mutual engagement, both conversationally and intimately, is essential for meaningful connection, and that self-awareness is key to improving your dating life.Why You're Not Getting a Second Date (00:01:16)Jen and Scott introduce the central theme: why people often don't get called back for a second date.The Self-Absorbed Dater (00:03:32)Scott shares a story about a woman from his past who talked endlessly about herself without ever asking about him.Giving Feedback to Bad Daters (00:09:30)The hosts discuss the dilemma of whether to give direct, compassionate feedback to people after a bad date.The Common Theme: Lack of Reciprocity (00:10:09)Scott describes the recurring pattern of dates who talk at them for hours without showing any curiosity about their lives.Frustration with Self-Centered Dates (00:14:25)Jen expresses her exhaustion and frustration with the consistent lack of reciprocal engagement from the people they date.Archetype 1: Chatty Cathy (00:17:33)Jen introduces the first archetype of a bad dater: the person who talks nonstop and never asks any questions.Archetype 2: Negative Nancy (00:18:07)The hosts discuss the second archetype, using a recent date who complained constantly and ran up a large bill.Archetype 3: The Pillow Princess (00:20:09)Jen describes a selfish sexual partner who expects to receive pleasure without reciprocating, tying it to the same problematic date.Archetype 4: Boring Brenda (00:26:34)The hosts discuss dates who are uninteresting, lack hobbies or identity, and have a flat, disengaged emotional affect.Reasons for Poor Dating Behavior (00:28:38)Scott explores potential reasons for these behaviors, such as self-absorption, nervousness, or a simple lack of conversational skills.The Importance of Meaningful Connection (00:30:31)Scott explains his approach to dating, which involves seeking genuine connection and understanding who a person truly is.Asking Deeper Questions (00:34:16)The hosts share insightful questions they ask on dates to encourage deeper conversation and reveal a person's character.Becoming an Interesting Person (00:39:08)Jen advises listeners who might be "boring" to develop hobbies and interests before re-entering the dating scene.Aligning Your Profile with Your Goals (00:41:29)The hosts discuss the importance of ensuring your dating profile accurately reflects what you are actually looking for in a partner.Archetype 5: Free Date Franny (00:48:19)Jen introduces the final archetype: the person who seems to only want a free meal or night out.Final Thoughts on Self-Awareness (00:51:10)Scott concludes that having self-awareness and showing genuine curiosity in others is crucial for successful and fulfilling dating experiences.Follow The Open Bedroom Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/theopenbedroompodcast/

On this episode of The Randy Forcier Podcast, Randy sits down with Craig Pendleton, Chairman of the Community Advisory Council for the Biddeford Gazette, to discuss the launch of Project Reciprocity and the future of local journalism in Biddeford.Craig shares the story behind the Gazette, how it has grown over the past 18 months, and why now is the right time to ask the community for support. The conversation explores the challenges of sustaining local news, the importance of fact-based reporting, and the critical role the Gazette plays in covering city government, schools, local businesses, sports, and the stories that make Biddeford unique.They also discuss the Gazette's long-term vision, plans for growth, opportunities for community involvement, and how residents can help ensure local journalism continues to thrive.If you've ever wondered what it takes to build a community news organization from the ground up, or why local journalism matters, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

When comparing toxic relationships vs. healthy relationships, there are many differences. Boundaries are handled differently. Reciprocity is one-way in one and two-way in the other. One has mutual understanding; the other doesn't. Only one has mutual goodwill and cooperation.  Another difference is how ruptures and repairs are handled. All relationships have conflict and disagreements. All relationships have ups and downs, but not all know how to fix those issues and heal the wounds. Knowing how to recognize the differences can help you identify dysfunctional, toxic relationships, adjust your expectations, and plan your response. All of these strategies will help you make decisions to protect yourself now and in the future. Toxic and healthy relationships have ruptures, but only healthy ones have repairs. Watch this video to get insight into how to identify toxic people and healthy people in the way they handle this difference.    Karla Downing's passion is to see individuals, marriages, and families set free from dysfunction, scriptural misunderstanding, and emotional pain personally and relationally. Her Christian relationship advice includes messages, books, and classes that provide practical solutions grounded in biblical truths, bringing balance and clarity to life and relationship issues. She also desires to equip ministry leaders and counselors to reach out more effectively to those struggling with difficult relationships, including abuse.  #toxicrelationships  #toxicpeople #christianrelationshipadvice #dysfunctionalrelationship #conflict #healthyrelationship    Website: https://www.changemyrelationship.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChangeMyRelationship YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@changemyrelationship Watch this video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/whZtxafdOdY  

In this episode of Connecting the Dots, Matt sits down with Jill Vitale-Aussem, President and CEO of Christian Living Communities, to explore a powerful shift in senior living: moving from a hospitality-driven model to a citizenship model rooted in purpose, belonging, reciprocity, and shared ownership.Jill reflects on her early experiences in nursing homes, the moment she began questioning the “we'll do everything for you” promise often found in senior living, and why true community is built when residents are seen not just as customers, but as citizens with gifts, agency, and something meaningful to contribute.Together, Matt and Jill discuss how this model changes daily life inside communities, how residents and team members care for one another, and why leaders should begin with better questions instead of ready-made answers.Guest Bio:Jill Vitale-Aussem is the President and CEO of Christian Living Communities, where she leads the organization's vision, culture, and growth across a continuum of services for older adults. With more than 30 years of experience in senior living, Jill has served in leadership roles across nursing homes, assisted living communities, and life plan communities. She previously served as President and CEO of the Eden Alternative, advancing a global movement focused on improving quality of life for older adults and their care partners.Jill is a licensed nursing home administrator, reframing aging facilitator, Eden Alternative educator, and graduate of the LeadingAge Leadership Academy. She is also the author of Disrupting the Status Quo of Senior Living: A Mindshift and speaks internationally on leadership, culture change, and ageism.Chapters:02:00 — Introduction to Jill Vitale-Aussem03:14 — Jill's path into senior living06:07 — Questioning the hospitality model07:14 — Purpose, independence, and ageism09:06 — What citizenship means in senior living10:18 — Citizenship in everyday community life13:07 — Doing things with residents, not for residents15:15 — Purpose in action17:02 — Helping people recognize their gifts19:02 — Resident ownership of team member experience22:01 — How citizenship reshapes leadership23:34 — Reciprocity between residents and team members25:34 — Where leaders should begin27:45 — Closing reflections

YOUR STORY = HOW TO MAKE YOUR SPIRITUAL BUSINESS TANGIBLE SIMPLE & SCALABLEFree Masterclass: As a psychic business strategist I do not teach the game of business. I teach roots. Reciprocity. Rest. Relationships. A completely different way of doing business built from your actual story, your actual lineage, your actual lived experience.You have a skill that makes money, but also a story, lived experience, and cultural roots that changes BLOODLINES You hear all the time "share your story" but you don't see the connection between your skills (that you lead with) and your storySo you share tips, you know your good at what you do, but people don't buy vibes without clear specific tangible results.& they don't buy results without feelings & connection..you need both. connected. clear. in one sentence.Your story is not the warm up to your business. It is not the inspiring caption before the real content. It is not the vulnerability post you share once a month to seem relatable. The pain you survived is the exact pain your client is sitting in right now. The thing you figured out the hard way is the transformation they are paying for. The way you see the world because of what you have lived through is the lens that makes your work uncopyable. Nobody else has your story. Which means nobody else can build your business.How to excavate the specific lived experience that becomes your methodology. Not your whole life story. The exact pieces that map directly to the result you create.How to turn that story into one clear tangible result that your entire business is built around. One result. One through line. Everything else attaches to it.How to make your spiritual gifts, your psychic abilities, your healing work, your lineage simple enough that someone who has never heard of you understands exactly what you do and why they need it in the first 30 seconds.How to build a scalable business from that. Not more 1:1. Not more hours. A model that grows without you grinding.And the energetic piece of making your business simple, scalable, & tangible without it you don't become a match for the business you are building or the strategy will collapse every single time.Are you next? You are a healer, coach, psychic, guide, or spiritual entrepreneur who knows your work is sacred and intimate so you don't think it can scale without losing that pieceYou have been in this industry for years and keep starting over.You are done leading with buzz words and ready to lead with your actual story.You want a business that feels like an extension of youA model that lets you LIVE your life not be strapped to being a business owner more than doing what you LOVE

This week, Reverend Ken Daigle invites three members of the community, Tylor Krueger, Shaun Kelly, and Kate Thornton, to lead everyone through a deep conversation on the spiritual practice of giving and receiving. Rev. Ken and the three speakers explore how to move beyond the common pressure of "church tithing" to foster a genuine, sacred cycle of generosity using one's time, talent, and treasure. This talk was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on May 17th, 2026. 

In this episode of Divine Union™, Nicola sits down with embodied evolution mentor and New Earth business guide Chenisse Ouellette for an expansive conversation on conscious leadership, reciprocity, collaboration, and the deeper patterns shaping how we live, love, create, and lead.Together, they explore the hidden wounds beneath scarcity, control, over-performing, and perfectionism, and how reconnecting to the body, embracing authenticity, and learning to co-create from trust can transform the way we show up in business, relationships, creativity, and community.This conversation dives into:Healing the “too much” and “not enough” woundsScarcity, urgency marketing, and reclaiming sovereigntyReciprocity vs extraction in business and relationshipsConscious collaboration and co-creationBuilding businesses rooted in resonance, authenticity, and connectionMoving beyond performance and creating from alignmentThis episode is an invitation to soften hustle culture, reconnect with your humanity, and create a life, business, and relationships rooted in truth, reciprocity, and embodied connection.Connect with Chenisse on InstagramSubscribe to Nicola's Newsletter for intimacy and communication content, along with exclusive special offers.Connect with Nicola on InstagramSubscribe to Nicola's YouTube Channel  Browse Nicola's offerings on her WebsiteBecause we love to reward effort, email a screenshot of your review of Divine Union to info@nicolanavon.com to receive a free gift. Looking to start your own podcast?Nicola's Top Podcast Tools:Power Up Podcasting CourseBuzzsprout Podcast Hosting Platform*Nicola is an Affiliate for these productsBy accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Nicole Navon, or used by Nicole Navon with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use of this Podcast may be made, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission, or editing.This podcast is for educationa...

“Trees have all of this medicine…fruits, the bark is medicine, the leaves. All of that is waiting; it's potent, it's dormant.”Jason Grechanik has spent more than 25 years immersed in the study and practice of plants as medicine. As a tabaquero, he guides plant medicine dietas in Peru and internationally, weaving Amazonian tobacco traditions with Celtic tree wisdom. He facilitated for many years at the healing center Temple of the Way of Light and is the host of Universe Within Podcast.In this conversation, we hear about Jason's path, from learning with Shipibo healers to training with a mestizo tabaquero, and eventually working with the medicine of North American trees and Celtic traditions. We highlight the importance of respect and reciprocity when learning from wisdom traditions from around the world. We speak about plant diets — especially with tobacco — and the practices involved like fasting, isolation and ingestion. Jason explains that dieting with a single plant can open a deeper connection to its spirit and describes the dreams during dieta as a “gateway to experience the teachings of the plant.”Timestamps:(00:00) Welcome and Opening(02:45) How They Met in Peru(05:37) Temple of the Way of Light(08:35) Ayahuasca, Female Healers + Podcasting(12:00) Working With Local Flora Abroad(14:40) Reciprocity and Respect(16:56) Plant Diets or Dietas(20:38) Dreams While Dieting Plants (23:44) Other Plant Teachers + Tree Medicine (Europe)(31:01) Dieting With Tabacco + Tobacco Varieties (34:46) Inside A Dieta Retreat(36:22) Purging & Dosing Safety(36:37) Diagnostic Tools + Further Training (41:30) Jason's Tabaquero Teacher(45:25) Learning from Nature's Patterns (52:53) How to Follow Jason's Work 

It is hard to be human. And right now, it is even harder to be humane, to ourselves and to others.And so many high-achieving, deeply caring leaders are under pressure to stay regulated, calm, and adaptable, no matter what they're facing. They look serene on the outside, but internally? They feel like a hot mess. They mask what they're feeling and push through so they can try to be the person, friend, leader they want to be. They fake regulation at the expense of their actual wellbeing.As the language of modalities like IFS and polyvagal theory has spread into the culture, the concepts have been distorted and even weaponized to police others and encourage self-editing, silencing, and hypervigilance. The exact opposite of cultivating the safety, connection, and practices that support a resilient nervous system.Today, polyvagal-theory expert Deb Dana is back to talk with me about what the culture so often gets wrong about nervous system regulation, why we need to plan for how to approach repair and reconnection when we inevitably make mistakes, and how to protect our compassion and curiosity about all the other kinds of nervous systems we encounter out in the world.Deb Dana, LCSW, is a clinician, consultant, author, and international lecturer on polyvagal theory-informed work with trauma survivors and is the leading translator of this scientific work to the public and mental health professionals. She's a founding member of the Polyvagal Institute and creator of the signature Rhythm of Regulation® clinical training series.Deb's work shows us how understanding polyvagal theory applies across the board to relationships, mental health, and trauma. She delves into the intricacies of how we can all use and understand the organizing principles of polyvagal theory to change the ways we navigate our daily lives.Listen to the full episode to hear:Why we can't ignore our fundamental need for connection and co-regulationHow leaders can take steps to acknowledge and normalize the diversity of nervous systems and needs on their teamsHow to plan ahead for moments when you feel disconnected or dysregulatedWhy the goal is not to be regulated at all times and shifting states is just dataWhy identifying the worries underlying our patterns of states and behaviors is the first step to shifting themWhy leaders need to tend to their own systems, both for their wellbeing and to model safety for othersLearn more about Deb Dana:Rhythm of RegulationLearn more about Rebecca:rebeccaching.comWork With RebeccaThe Unburdened Leader on SubstackSign up for the weekly Unburdened Leader EmailResources:The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth, Amy C. EdmondsonStephen PorgesPolyvagal-Informed Restorative Movement: Psychotherapy Roots, Rhythm, and Reciprocity, Amber Elizabeth GrayProject Hail MaryField of DreamsChapters:(00:07) - Introduction (06:36) - Meet Deb Dana (08:57) - The Fundamentals of Co-Regulation (13:42) - Survival vs. Safety (17:36) - Leading Diverse Nervous Systems (19:34) - Two AM Connection Plans (22:55) - Polyvagal Hierarchy Explained (25:36) - Build Your Regulation Menu (34:05) - Micro Moments And Glimmers (37:28) - Safe Enough And Curiosity (40:41) - Protecting Curiosity Under Stress (42:45) - Neck Up Trauma Patterns (47:27) - Home Away From Home and Our Nervous System (55:24) - Safety for Leaders Today (01:01:00) - Quick Fire Favorites (01:06:09) - How To Connect (01:06:51) - Closing Thoughts

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I'm joined once again by Dr. Alexander Cummins — historian of magic, diviner, and teacher of early modern cunning craft—for a deep and grounded conversation on working with spirits as allies in magical and divinatory practice.Together, we explore what it really means to work with ancestral practitioners—the spirits of the magical dead—and how these relationships were understood historically, as well as how they can be approached with clarity and integrity today.In This Episode, We Discuss:- What “ancestral practitioners” are, and how they differ from general ancestor work- Historical examples of working with the magical dead- Reciprocity, obligation, and relationship in spirit work- What it actually means to test spirits in practice- Geomancy and the role of appropriate questions in spirit contactLinks and More:TempleFest (New England, September 2026) – where both Dr. Al and I will be presenting this year. https://templefest.templeofwitchcraft.org/ Dr. Al's Website: https://www.alexandercummins.com/Classes and Courses with Dr. Al: https://www.alexandercummins.com/classbundlesAbout the Show, and JoAnna: The Diviner's Path: A Nature-Led Approach to Divination with Tarot, Runes & Pendulums, by JoAnna, is now available for pre-order: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0738782432/Pre-orders make a huge difference in helping a book reach more readers, so if you've been planning to pick up a copy, this is a wonderful way to support the work.You can find all details on my website or on Instagram: @coffeeanddivinationWebsite: http://www.coffeeanddivination.comThank you for listening — and as always, see you between the worlds.

Hello to you listening in Muhos, Finland! Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga. We've had days of continuous rain; but I've discovered an antidote to cabin fever: walking the deep woods on my island. In the forest I'm reminded of the reciprocity of the universe - the give and take between us and the highest of powers. In her book Native: Identity, Belonging, and Rediscovering God Kaitlin B. Curtice asks:  “What is it about a walk in the woods to remind us about the reciprocity of the universe? What do I mean? The bloodline of God is connected to everything . . . shells on the ocean shore, the mushrooms growing in the forest, the trees stretching to the clouds, the tiniest speck of snow in the winter, and our dust-to-dustness—we are all connected and tethered to this sacred gift of creation.” [Kaitlin B. Curtice, Native: Identity, Belonging, and Rediscovering God] Question: How does it feel when you are deeply connected, when you know that where you are is where you belong? You're always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you please subscribe, spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time! Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to: ✓ Arrange your no-sales Discovery Call ✓ Stay current with Diane on Substack  Stories From Women Who Walk Production Team Podcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story Arts Music: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron Music All content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved. 

Welcome back, empowered fam! In this week's episode of The Empowered w/ Deanna Merlino Podcast, I'm talking about what it really means to give unconditionally, trust the timing of the Universe, and show up as your most authentic self - even when the support and love you offer isn't always reciprocated. I'm sharing stories from real-life chats with dear friends, personal lessons from investing in my own growth, and a powerful synchronicity that connected me to my late father's legacy. If you've ever felt unappreciated, burned out, or discouraged when things don't go as planned, this episode is for you. I'll walk you through the importance of energetic alignment and trusting that what you give from the heart will, in time, always come back to you. Tune in for practical wisdom, soulful reminders, and a dose of inspiration to keep you moving forward on your journey!--Let's connect! To see what else I'm up to, get more info on my latest offerings, and updates on my life and the podcast, follow me on Instagram: @thedeannamerlinoClick here to receive my FREE & potent Manifestation Vault with 15 tools!Sign up for my hybrid group mentorship - The Expansion Room *waitlist* here before doors reopen!Info and enrollment for WildFire, Quantum recalibration & Alchemical Immersion Retreat. All other programs/offerings: www.deannamerlino.com

April felt like things were being ripped at the seams, but May 2026 brings a different kind of intensity. It is a month of deep embodiment, psychological complexity, and intuitive awakening. While the tone is softer than last month, it is far from simple. In this episode, we dive into the Universal 6 Month (in a 1 Year) and explore how to navigate three massive energetic themes: Reciprocity, Limitations, and Intuition. With Pluto stationing retrograde and Mars entering a harsh square with Pluto at the end of the month, May is a call to put on your own oxygen mask first so you can show up without resentment. In this forecast, we discuss: The Power of the 6 & 1 Numerology: Why personal responsibility is the key to your health and happiness this month. Astrology Deep Dive: Navigating the Scorpio Full Moon, Uranus in Gemini’s impact on your nervous system, and the "lay low" dates for the Mars-Pluto square (May 25–27). Relationship Discernment: How to identify where you are over-giving and how to invite true symbiosis and joy back into your life. Honoring Limitations: Why your boundaries aren't failures—they are instructions for your future self. May is the month to be the "Oak Tree": Deeply rooted in the earth, yet reaching toward the sky. Join us as we explore how to simplify to amplify and meet yourself in a higher frequency. Additional Resources: Ready to go deeper? Join Amanda’s Conscious Community for May: The Frequency Field How to Metabolize Energy for Strong Energetic Boundaries (listen here) Sacral Chakra: Are You Leaking Energy? (watch here) Solar Plexus: What Are You Unconsciously Broadcasting? (watch here) Host: Amanda Rieger Green Subscribe to Amanda's YouTube HERE! Follow Amanda on Instagram: @soulpathology Check out Amanda's Website: SoulPathology.com Send Amanda an Email: Podcast@soulsessions.meFollow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulpathology/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Forester and scientist Suzanne Simard is well known for her landmark 1997 paper, which demonstrated that two distinct species of trees could share resources. At the time, it turned traditional Western forestry thinking on its head. Instead of the Darwinian view of trees as being in competition with each other, it introduced the idea that these trees may actually help each other, and that industrial logging practices may be missing the forest for the trees. In recent years, Simard has been advocating for Indigenous knowledge as the only way to save the Earth and its forests. Environmental reporter Erica Gies spent some time in the field with Simard and her colleagues, looking into her latest project, The Mother Tree Project, which seeks to find the most sustainable form of forestry for both people and ecosystems. Gies joins the Mongabay Newscast to explain what she learned from Simard and why she advocates Indigenous knowledge and systems, which are governed by rules of reciprocity. A shift in her thinking occurred when she read the dissertation of fisheries ecologist Teresa Sm'hayetsk Ryan, who now works with Simard. "She realized that, you know, the people were also a very important part of the complex forest relationships," Gies says. "Which is much more of a reciprocity kind of mentality. If you take, you also give back. There is a responsibility to care for the system. Because if you don't, and if you overexploit it, it would be really easy to starve, right?" Please take a minute to let us know what you think of our podcast, here. Listen to our previous conversation with Erica Gies here. Mike DiGirolamo is the host & producer for the Mongabay Newscast based in Sydney. Find him on LinkedIn and Bluesky. Image Credit: Goose Island Archipelago is a cluster of tree-covered islands with wild, rocky beaches located off the central coast of British Columbia. Image courtesy of Alex Harris. —— Timecodes (00:00) The 'wood-wide web' (15:49) The Mother Tree Project (19:33) Why reciprocity is needed (30:27) Questions that remain

Preview: Cliff May examines the Lebanon ceasefire, critiquing the lack of reciprocity from Iran's rulers. He notes that Hezbollah remains committed to Israel's destruction despite Israeli military efforts to secure its northern borders.

In a world flooded with AI-generated content, standing out is harder than ever. Which is exactly why understanding why people make decisions matters more now than ever before. In this episode of the Opportunity Podcast, we're joined by Nancy Harhut, co-founder and Creative Director of HBT Marketing. Nancy specializes in blending marketing with behavioral science to uncover what actually drives customer action.It's simpler than you might think. People rely on mental shortcuts to make decisions. Instead of carefully weighing every option, we act on instinct, often without realizing it. This impacts our purchasing decisions. Nancy explains that this is why tactics like loss aversion (avoiding mistakes), reciprocity (giving before asking), and autonomy (offering choice) are so effective. Small tweaks, like framing an offer as something to avoid losing, or giving two options instead of one, can have a big impact on conversions.  An added challenge is that AI has made content faster and cheaper to produce, which makes standing out harder than ever. That's where the Von Restorff Effect comes in. People notice what's different. And as more businesses rely on AI, differentiation becomes your biggest advantage. Nancy believes we're in a transitional moment. AI is changing how content is created, but human psychology still determines what sells.  The businesses that win won't be the ones producing the most content. They'll be the ones who understand how people think, feel, and decide. Topics Discussed in this episode: 04:33 - What neuromarketing is and why you should use it  07:30 - Loss aversion in action 10:30 - Reciprocity and influence 16:30 - Autonomy bias and choice 25:00 - Decision-making and "liminal spaces" 30:30 - Pricing psychology tactics 35:30 - The impact of AI on marketing 44:00 - Risks of over-relying on AI 52:00 - How to stand out (Von Restorff Effect) Mentions:  Empire Flippers Podcasts Empire Flippers Marketplace Create an Empire Flippers account Subscribe to our newsletter Using Behavioural Science in Marketing - Nancy's book HBT Marketing Nancy's LinkedIn Sit back, grab a coffee, and learn how to boost your sales and stand out from the crowd using neuromarketing!

Welcome to episode 382 of Growers Daily! We cover: today we're taking on a TRUE whale of a tale (and learning reciprocity), and we're gonna cover contamination in municipal compost, and do you need a soil probe? We are a Non-Profit! 

By Dan Dowd - What is Grace? If grace is a one-sided gift from God, then how do we grow in it? What favor or kindness do we give to God?

Brian grew up in Detroit believing that if you mastered your plumbing craft, the money would automatically follow. He quickly realized the highest-paid technicians weren't the best wrench-turners—they were the best communicators. After mastering the art of persuasion, Brian stepped in as GM of Benjamin Franklin Plumbing and skyrocketed their revenue to $6.2 million in just two years by tripling their average ticket size to $1,600.In this episode, Brian shares his exact framework for Business growth in the Home Services industry. You will learn the psychological triggers that close deals, why you must avoid "cortisol-producing" words, and how to apply the Law of Reciprocity before the pitch even starts. Whether you are scaling a local crew or offering Business consulting, this episode is a will teach you how to confidently ask for the sale without feeling pushy.In this episode, you'll learn:The 85% Failure: Why the vast majority of presentations end without anyone asking for the sale, and the exact low-pressure script Brian uses to close.Cortisol-Producing Words: Why saying "sign here" or "contract" subconsciously kills trust, and the specific replacement words (like "endorsement" and "paperwork") you must use instead.The Law of Pre-Suasion: How handing out a simple dog-waste bag dispenser on the front porch leverages the law of reciprocity and drastically increases customer loyalty.The "Palms Up" Hack: The single body-language adjustment—proven by TED Talk data—that instantly increases your trustworthiness and close rate.Mirroring Objections: How to use FBI hostage negotiation tactics to effortlessly disarm the dreaded "that's too expensive" objection without getting defensive.Tags: Home Services, Service & Consulting, Business growth, Business skills, Business leadership, SalesResources:Grow your business today:  https://links.upflip.com/the-business-startup-and-growth-blueprint-podcast Follow Our Second Channel Here: https://next.upflip.com/spotify Connect with Brian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-burton-b1276415a/

What does authentic leadership mean amid rapid change and digital noise? On this week's episode of the Do Good to Leac Well podcast, I speak with Laura Paglia, CEO of the Canadian Forum for Financial Markets, who draws from her experience leading Canada's top financial markets think tank and decades in private practice to answer this question. Her answers challenge the myth that ethics are just slogans, showing how integrity and transparency must guide every decision, even with the toughest choices.We also explore how to bring together diverse perspectives and contentious viewpoints, leveraging empathy without sacrificing progress and accountability. She also shares how she keeps herself and her team resilient by focusing on controllable outcomes. We also have a candid discussion about the impacts and opportunities of AI ranging from increased efficiency to navigating job disruption. Laura emphasizes the importance of maintaining our critical thinking and curiosity, even as technology transforms the informational and decision-making landscape.The conversation closes with an empowering message focused on the importance of stepping back, not personalizing setbacks, and always bringing your best self to work and life. This is the key to transformational growth and success. Tune in for an insightful journey from personal values to organizational change.What You'll Learn- Lead by example: ethics and integrity must be lived, not just discussed.- Authenticity builds trust and effectiveness.- Mistakes are learning opportunities—be honest, be open.- Empathy, resilience, and perspective help navigate tough conversations and uncertainty.- Prepare for change (especially AI), but keep critical human insight at the forefront.- Value merit and reciprocity: invest in the people who uplift your organization.Podcast Timestamps(00:00) – Welcome to the Podcast(04:06) – What Are the Essential Leadership Qualities?(05:42) - Authentic Leadership & Integrity(10:03) - Building Ethical Cultures(13:34) – How Honesty, Diplomacy & Directness Can Co-exist(17:51) - Openness About Mistakes and Uncertainty(23:08) - Navigating Diverse Perspectives and Conflict(26:03) - Empathy in Leadership(31:38) - Personal and Organizational Resilience(38:31) - AI Impact & Adaptation(42:41) - Leading Through AI UncertaintyKEYWORDSPositive Leadership, Authenticity, Honesty, Ethics, Integrity, Organizational Culture, Communication, Transparency, Diplomacy, Emotional Intelligence, Listening, Empathy, Resilience, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Continuous Learning, Meritocracy, Reciprocity, Teamwork, Empowerment, Critical Thinking, AI, Artificial Intelligence), Change Management, Personal Growth, Work-Life Balance, CEO Success

Episode Highlights With MikiHer amazing story, growing up half Indian and half Japanese and the winding journey of her entrepreneurial successHow she went from being a professional athlete to opening a gluten-free restaurant in NYC, to other start-ups as wellEvery baby goes through up to 6,000 diapers that take hundreds of years to break downHer revelation with diapers and baby poop and how this led to a product that's helping address the plastic problemThe unique way that fungi can break down plastic in a completely safe way!Diapers are actually the #1 source of plastic waste91% of plastic is not recycled and ends up in landfills and oceans The planet is running a fever, and humans are the viruses it's trying to get rid of if we don't fix the problemWhat ecosystem consciousness is and how we can shift our thinking How they're shifting from reduce, reuse, and recycle to reduce and regenerate, and how this shifts thingsWhat sacred reciprocity is and how this shifts the modelHer audacious mission in life is to elevate people and the planet What new paradigm parenting is and how this framework shifts things for familiesOther ways we can make small shifts that contribute to sacred reciprocity 24% of all landfill waste is food waste! How home composting can helpTrees are the greatest technology of our timeWhy she's so anti-toilet paper, and what to try instead! Emergence and Cultivation in parenting and what we can learn from natureNature is our greatest technology, and it can even shape the way we parentThe very real way that fungi have the potential to reverse some of these massive planetary problemsResources MentionedFollow Miki on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Follow Hiro Diapers on InstagramHiro Diapers - get a discount at this linkTushy BidetLMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.HiyaHiya created a super powered chewable vitamin for kids that packs twelve organic fruits and vegetables plus fifteen essential vitamins and minerals into every dose. Try it at hiyahealth.com/wellnessmama for 50% off your first order.