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Episode Summary: Christians often think theology is only for scholars or the spiritually elite. But this simply isn’t true. While theology is, in one sense, an academic discipline, it can also be understood as the art of knowing our creator. God invites us to know him, as we are fully known by him. Theology goes beyond the study of the character of God, and into the art of knowing the One who already knows and intimately loves His believers. Flash Theology leads readers through thirty-one bite-size truths, highlighting key aspects of who God is and what that means for the reader. Theology is important for everyone, but if it’s too dense, it can be hard to digest. Today we’re going to talk about biblical literacy and why it’s important to learn who God is. Quotables from the episode: We all carry a theological bias. So, we all enter into a variety of conversations and our own circumstances within our life, carrying a bias towards who we think God is. And that is based on a whole bunch of different things, how we are raised, different things you hear over time, the media you consume, the church you attend, all these different facets of how we view God and the way we absorb information can help us view God biblically or not biblically at all. I believe the Westernized church and social media has created a self-help gospel that is void of God’s truth. That word is associated, as you already mentioned, is associated with academics and scholars. So, there is kind of hefty price tag to it, but theology is simply the study of God. So, then if you open up the Bible, you are studying the Christian God. So, everybody that opens up the Bible is a “theologian.” Now of course there are the academic theologians but I like to say we're all theologians and we should take ownership of that because that helps us realize it is a worthy pursuit to understand God and his text. We miss out on so much because we're leaving it to those that are called to lead us, right? We're saying, okay, which is good. We should trust our leaders, but we should also question if something actually biblically accurate? I love if I go to teach the Bible somewhere. I love when people do their digging afterwards and make sure that I actually taught the text properly. We should have a hunger and an understanding to pursue a depth of who God is, and that's not always going to be accurate in the different areas of consumption, like those 20 -second reels on social media that we come across. Through Genesis to Revelation, there's a line of scripture that's happening, and it is revealing Christ all throughout scripture, who Christ is, is being revealed. God knows us already, right? So it's really this question of do we embrace the fact that he fully knows us? Do we understand the depth of his love? And I can only imagine that it's a consistently, we're walking out understanding the depths of his love until we're face to face with Jesus. **So when we can embrace the truth that we are fully known by a God who loves us, by a God that is for us, by a God that knows the beginning from the end, it creates this stabilizing truth in our life that will carry us when our circumstances are out of control, when the world feels like it's mass chaos, when something comes at us, when we're not prepared, like there is a stabilizing truth that God is good, He is sovereign, He is my Savior (for those that declare Christ as their Lord and Savior.) And that stabilizing truth in itself is something that will help you continue to move forward until we are again face to face with Jesus. God has always fully known us. And when we can really start to accept that and receive that, I think that's when we really start to live in the abundant life that Jesus came to give. Who else loves us despite knowing our every fault? Nobody but God. I think that's really the stepping stone to walk into that abundant life that Jesus came to give. One of the biggest wrestling matches I’ve seen in ministry is people understanding God as Father. Sometimes we have to have this wrestling match with the Holy Spirit to be able to fully embrace the fullness of what that means to understand God as Father. So often our view of God as Father is directly impacted by our relationship with the parental figures that we're in our life. And the problem with that is that we're relating to a perfect God using a flawed metric. But the thing that has been most helpful in working with patients is helping them explore the fact that even if they were abandoned by their earthly father or their earthly father was not a kind person, God as father specifically chose us, made the loving choice that he wanted us to be a child. I remember I was driving around one day in Hollywood and it's just, it's such a fun city because almost everyone there is like dreamers. They moved to Hollywood because they have a big dream to pursue. So I'm driving around listening to worship music. Just I'm in love with the city and I felt this deep conviction from God where he was like, “you've been making this calling, you've been making this all about yourself.” And it was that like gut punch of like, oh gosh, I better pay attention. And what I felt him saying in my spirit was, "You've been making this all about you. This really has nothing to do with you. Do you trust that I can fill the spaces between you and this dream that I've called you to pursue?" So of course, I ugly cried, I repented. I said, "I'm so sorry, God." And I've tried to be faithful with what he's asked me to do. The enemy makes it all about us, because he doesn't want it to be all about God. I wonder how many people are listening today, who have felt the unction of God calling them into something and self-doubt has interfered. Friends, if that is you, if God is calling you into something, he's going to equip you. He's going to walk with you. He's going to train you. He's going to bring along mentors. He's going to provide the finances. Listen to Jenny's story. It's not all about you. It's about him. Dig in and also invite the Holy Spirit into your reading process because like I said, we can we can read and or listen to the text, but it's one thing to say, “Holy Spirit make this come alive and show me how to apply this to my life as well.” I love that last recommendation because when Jesus left, he said, “I'm going to send one to remind you of all truth.” He was talking about the Holy Spirit, but the Holy Spirit can't remind us of truth that we haven't already taken in. So, when you're reading the word, do just as Jenny says and invite the Holy Spirit to teach you truth. And those words are going to come alive off the page. When we understand the Gospel and who triune God really is, the end result is knowing and enjoying God more! Theology and getting to know God doesn’t have to be intimating or boring! Start where you are and learn to wrestle with God’s word. Don’t just read it, but make time to study it. It’s life-changing! Scripture References: Numbers 23:19 ESV God is not man, that he should lie, or a son of man, that he should change his mind. Has he said, and will he not do it? Or has he spoken, and will he not fulfill it? Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Recommended Resources: Flash Theology: A Visual Guide to Knowing and Enjoying God More by Jenny Randle and Brayden Brookshier Courageous Creative by Jenny Randle Getting to Know God’s Voice: Discover the Holy Spirit in Your Everyday Life by Jenny Randle Dream Come True: A Practical Guide to Pursue the Adventures God Has for You by Jenny Randle Promises of God Chart, 8-week Study Guide, Flash Cards, and church presentation slides to supplement the book “Flash Theology” BibleProject.com Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin Seamless by Angie Smith Sacred Scars: Resting in God’s Promise That Your Past Is Not Wasted by Dr. Michelle Bengtson The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner AWSA 2024 Golden Scroll Christian Living Book of the Year and the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Christian Living and Non-Fiction categories YouVersion 5-Day Devotional Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms Today is Going to be a Good Day: 90 Promises from God to Start Your Day Off Right by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, AWSA Member of the Year, winner of the AWSA 2023 Inspirational Gift Book of the Year Award, the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Devotional category, the 2023 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in four categories, and the Christian Literary Awards Henri Award for Devotionals YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 1 YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 2 Revive & Thrive Women’s Online Conference Revive & Thrive Summit 2 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 1 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 2 Breaking Anxiety’s Grip: How to Reclaim the Peace God Promises by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the AWSA 2020 Best Christian Living Book First Place, the first place winner for the Best Christian Living Book, the 2020 Carolina Christian Writer’s Conference Contest winner for nonfiction, and winner of the 2021 Christian Literary Award’s Reader’s Choice Award in all four categories for which it was nominated (Non-Fiction Victorious Living, Christian Living Day By Day, Inspirational Breaking Free and Testimonial Justified by Grace categories.) YouVersion Bible Reading Plan for Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Free Study Guide Free PDF Resource: How to Fight Fearful/Anxious Thoughts and Win Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor’s Personal Journey Through Depression by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Henri and Reader’s Choice Award Hope Prevails Bible Study by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader’s Choice Award Free Webinar: Help for When You’re Feeling Blue Social Media Links for Host and Guest: Connect with Jenny Randle: Website / Holy Spirit Ministry Center Website / Facebook / Instagram For more hope, stay connected with Dr. Bengtson at: Order Book Sacred Scars / Order Book The Hem of His Garment / Order Book Today is Going to be a Good Day / Order Book Breaking Anxiety’s Grip / Order Book Hope Prevails / Website / Blog / Facebook / Twitter (@DrMBengtson) / LinkedIn / Instagram / Pinterest / YouTube / Podcast on Apple About Guest Jenny Randle: Jenny Randle is an Emmy®-award-winning editor who went on a journey to discover what it really means to live on purpose. From a career in the heart of Hollywood to an academic theologian, communicator, and author, her creative ventures over the last twenty years have reached millions. Her search for meaning in life's everyday moments led her to create resources that merge profound gospel-centered truths with practical application. Since 2008, she has been in vocational ministry, creating discipleship tools and content for local churches and international ministries. She is the President of the Holy Spirit Ministry Center, an organization that helps people learn theology and live it out. Jenny is the author of Courageous Creative, Getting to Know God’s Voice, Dream Come True (Harvest House), Promised Presence (Esther Press), and the co-author of Flash Theology (David C Cook). With a Master's from Asbury Theological Seminary and ministry ordination, Jenny combines academic depth and authority to advocate for a deeper understanding of the Holy Spirit in the Church. Jenny teaches the Bible across denominational lines and has witnessed countless testimonies of God ministering personal transformation, healing, and revelation through these engagements. She’s contending for Holy Spirit renewal for the everyday Christ-follower. Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Bryce Bengtson Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or like you're living on autopilot? This episode is for you.Today on the Secrets of Supermom Show, I'm joined by Dr. Danielle McGeough—professor, mom, recovering overachiever, and creator of the Stuck Assessment at PlanGoalPlan.com.

Where Science, Shadow Work, and Spirit Collide to Manifest Your Miracles.A few weeks ago, I learned something that cracked me open and then crowned me. Every single woman on my street had been talking shit about me. Studying me. Picking apart my clothes, my body, my energy, my podcast, my business. Every day. For seven months. And when I found out? It broke me. But then I remembered. People don't gossip about powerless women. They gossip about the ones they secretly wish they could be.They weren't attacking me. They were attacking the version of themselves they abandoned. And their nervous systems couldn't handle my freedom. My joy. My light. I'm gonna show you how to turn their gossip into your next quantum leap.Episode Takeaways:Understand the neuroscience behind jealousy and projectionLearn how your light activates others' unhealed shadowsUse the 4 R's: Recognize, Reframe, Reclaim, RedirectReframe gossip as confirmation of your timeline upgradeEmbody the identity they're too scared to step intoWhen you apply this, you stop shrinking. You start showing up bigger, bolder, louder. You realize their hate isn't your downfall. It's your f*cking upgrade. Let them talk. You move.

Ready to reset your health? Kick off the new year with our 14-Day Vitality Reboot. After the holiday indulgence, this is your chance to reset, recharge, and feel your absolute best.   Sign up here to start your journey!    https://l.bttr.to/zNVOK If you've been feeling distracted, anxious, overstimulated, or constantly glued to your phone, you're not alone. In this episode, we unpack why our minds feel so overloaded and how small, intentional breaks from technology can restore calm, focus, and genuine connection. In this grounding conversation on The Art of Living Well Podcast®, hosts Marnie Dachis Marmet and Stephanie May Potter explore what it really means to live an analog life in a digital world. Inspired by a listener who shared a workbook on the topic, they dive into why we reach for our phones so often, how screen habits shape our mood and sleep, and what happens when we finally give ourselves permission to slow down. They share personal stories - from hiking with zero cell service to rediscovering handwritten letters and simple creative hobbies - that reveal how powerful it can be to step away from constant stimulation. You'll also hear how phone dependence is affecting people of all ages, including teens, adults, and even the elderly, and how daily mini-detox moments can help you feel more grounded, peaceful, and truly present. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why phone pickups, notifications, and endless scrolling silently raise anxiety and interrupts being present. How nostalgia, nature, and analog practices like hiking, cooking, puzzles, or letter writing offer screen free dopamine as well as stress relief. The deeper emotional impact of tech addiction on adults, teens, and especially the elderly. Simple ways to create tech-free zones, reduce nighttime screen habits, and protect your sleep. How hobbies and creativity can naturally fulfill the "dopamine hit" we look for in our phones. The power of mindful living, intentional slowness, and creating boundaries around digital use. Practical mini digital detox moments you can integrate daily - like waiting in line, walking with a friend, or winding down in the evening.  Noteworthy Quotes from the Episode: "When we're always on our phones, it creates all this anxiety and stress and pings and distractions." "Disconnected time with people that I love is all I really want." "We've lost this human connection because we go to the phone instead of the person in front of us." "You have to sit with the discomfort of unplugging. That's where the magic happens." "Find something that sparks your creativity—anything that brings you joy without a screen." "We can't control others. We can only control ourselves." Episode Breakdown with Timestamps:  [00:00] – Trailer: Why phone overuse is making us stressed & distracted [01:16] – Hosts Introduction [02:06] – How often we pick up our phones + what screen habits reveal [06:15] – Life before smartphones & the lost art of real connection [12:00] – Dopamine loops, anxiety, sleep disruption & tech addiction [18:14] – Simple analog habits to feel calmer, present & more creative [25:19] – Mini digital detox tips: Boundaries, mindful living & daily reset [33:00] – Reclaiming joy, intention & final takeaways for healthier tech use Ep 283 The Art of Doing Nothing  _____________________________  "We love supporting our health from the inside out with Redmond Real Salt and Relyte Electrolytes. From pure, unrefined salt to clean, science-backed hydration, Redmond helps you feel your best every day. Use code LIVINGWELL15 for 15% off your first order at redmond.life.com taste and feel the difference!" _______________________________ Join the Minneapolis Hiking Collective:  https://web.facebook.com/groups/1368978181038556 _______________________________ Follow The Art of Living Well Podcast:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-art-of-living-well-podcast/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflivingwel/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theartoflivingwellpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofliving_well/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/theartoflivingwellpodcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gym3jOPdSHwrpM1BmxyJz?si=6E16CJZEQ5OIwpFzs2Ocaw Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-of-living-well-podcast/id1482050468  Connect with your Hosts here: https://www.theartoflivingwell.us/about-us  

How can you reconnect with your creativity during life's most challenging moments?In this inspiring episode of Normalize The Conversation, Diana Weymar joins Francesca Reicherter to explore how difficult times, emotional struggles, and low moments can spark some of your most meaningful creative breakthroughs.Diana shares her personal journey of navigating depression and desperation, rediscovering her creative spark, and transforming struggle into inspiration. Listeners will learn practical ways to tap into their own creativity, embrace emotion over productivity, and turn hardship into a source of creative energy. In this episode, you'll discover how to:Reclaim your creativity during tough timesUse emotional awareness as a tool for inspirationTurn challenging moments into transformative creative energyBuild resilience through storytelling and self-expressionWhether you're an artist, creator, or anyone navigating emotional challenges, this conversation offers compassionate insight and practical strategies to harness creativity as a healing and empowering tool.Listen now to Reconnecting with Creativity in Challenging Times with Diana Weymar and learn how to turn even your toughest moments into creative breakthroughs.Connect with Diana Weymar: https://www.tinypricksproject.com/the-artist/#NormalizeTheConversation #DianaWeymar #CreativeHealing #CreativityThroughStruggle #MentalHealthPodcast #Storytelling #EmotionalAwareness #HealingThroughArt #CreativeResilience #SelfExpression #ArtTherapy #MentalHealthAwareness #Inspiration #EmotionalWellness #CreativityAndHealing

Start Your Transformation Now  In this profound continuation of the Shaman's Tips for an Amazing 2026 series, Jim dives into the core teaching behind spiritual seniority—our true source of power, clarity, and creation. He explains why most people unknowingly give their seniority away by living entirely from their 3D identity and absorbing noise from the external world. Through stories, shamanic teachings, and real-life examples, Jim shows how forgetting who we are at the soul-level disconnects us from guidance, peace, and our ability to create an extraordinary life.  Jim goes deeper into how the modern world has pulled us out of our center: social media, the 24/7 news cycle, hyperstimulation, and constant mental activity hijack attention and weaken our spiritual awareness. He shows how reclaiming seniority begins by stopping “the world”—reducing external input, grounding, getting quiet, and reconnecting to the silent intelligence within. This is the foundation for aligning with your spiritual essence and shaping 2026 from a place of inner authority.  If you're ready to step out of mental chaos, reclaim your power, and access deeper guidance, this episode will help you return to your true nature. Seniority isn't something you earn—it's something you remember. And when you remember it, everything in your external life begins to change.  What You'll Discover in This Episode:  Why most people can't access their spiritual seniority (02:49) Jim explains how identifying with the ego and 3D identity blinds us from experiencing our soul and its higher guidance.  The two identities you're living from—only one of them is real (09:01) You'll learn the difference between your human container and your spiritual essence, and why confusing the two keeps you stuck.  How modern life erodes your spiritual awareness (14:48) Jim breaks down how news, social media, overstimulation, and constant noise disconnect you from the inner silence needed for seniority.  The shamanic mandate to “stop your world” (18:06) Discover Don Javier's teaching on stopping the external world so you can change your internal world—and why this is the gateway to spiritual power.  A 30-day practice to reclaim your seniority (20:59) Jim outlines a practical reset—removing social media, limiting news, grounding, and practicing silence—to help you reconnect with your soul.  How silence reconnects you with divine intelligence (27:08) Hear why even five minutes of genuine stillness activates healing, clarity, and access to higher awareness.  Listen, apply, and enjoy!  Transformational Takeaway  Your seniority isn't lost—it's simply buried under noise, distraction, and over-identification with your 3D identity. When you stop the external world long enough to sit in silence, you open the door to guidance, healing, and deeper truth. Reclaim your power by turning inward. Remove the noise for 30 days, reconnect with the stillness within you, and you'll rediscover the spiritual authority you've carried across lifetimes. From that place, 2026 becomes a year you create—not a year that happens to you.  Let's Connect:  Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedIn  LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so we can reach more people.  Listening on Spotify? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!  With gratitude, Jim 

Joy is more than fleeting happiness; it's a deeper,sustaining energy that gives our lives vitality and meaning.While happiness often depends on circumstances, joy is something we can cultivate, even amid stress, uncertainty, or conflict. It's the quiet undercurrent that helps us bounce back from hard days and reconnect. The more we allow joy in, the more it softens our relationships. Today we will explore practical ways to expand joy.

What if the discomfort you feel isn't a sign that something is wrong with you…but a sign that you've outgrown the life you were told you should want?In today's episode I'm joined by Claudia Herasme, an Alignment Guide and Certified Life Coach, for a deeply grounding conversation about belonging—not fitting in, performing, or proving—but coming home to yourself.Claudia works with high-achieving women who have done everything “right.” They've checked the boxes, built the career, earned the recognition—yet still feel a quiet (or not-so-quiet) sense that something is missing.Through her own journey—from a 20-year career in urban planning in New York City and Chicago to reclaiming her vitality, authenticity, and inner truth—Claudia discovered a powerful truth:You don't have to choose between success and authenticity.In this conversation, we explore what it means to stop living according to expectations and start creating a life that actually feels like yours.In this episode, we talk about:*The difference between fitting in and belonging*Why so many accomplished women feel disconnected despite external success*How “doing everything right” can still lead to inner depletion*What it really means to feel safe being yourself*Why authenticity isn't about burning your life down—it's about coming back home*How to create the life you want, not the one you think you should haveThis episode is an invitation to soften, listen inward, and question the stories you've inherited about success, worth, and who you're allowed to be.If you've ever wondered, “Is this it?”If you've felt the quiet ache of disconnection beneath a polished life…This conversation is for you.About ClaudiaClaudia is an Alignment Guide and Certified Life Coach who helps high-achieving women safely express their authentic, untamed selves—without sacrificing the success they've worked so hard to build.After a thriving 20-year career in urban planning, Claudia's own turning point led her to coaching and alignment work. Today, she runs Peak Bloom Coaching and Guidance, maintains a boutique international consulting practice, and creates spaces where women can stop performing and start belonging—to themselves and their lives.Her mission is simple and powerful:To help you feel safe being exactly who you are, so you can create the life you actually want—not just the one you think you should haveConnect with Claudia:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/peakbloom_coaching/Connect with Diane:Instagram: @dianesorensen.bbFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/diane.sorensen.589Join the conversation — share your takeaways or questions from today's episode by sending me a message on Instagram or Facebook. I love hearing from you!Work with Diane:Diane Sorensen's Coaching Programs are where boundary work becomes the bridge fromchaos to connection.You'll learn to transform your triggers, lead with compassion, and create emotionally safe relationships built on authenticity, not approval.Reclaim your CALM, speak your TRUTH, and live FREE.→ Submit an inquiry or learn more: www.dianesorensen.net/contact→ Explore free guides and resources to support your growth: www.dianesorensen.net/→ Join the weekly newsletter for insights, tools, and support delivered straight to your inbox: www.dianesorensen.net/email-list

Episode Description: In this episode of the Beet Podcast, we revisit Kevin's talk with Chef Chris Starkus. They dig into dry farming, water security, and the surprising ways urban population booms shape the food on our plates. Chris also goes beyond the usual “farm-to-table” vibe with creative cooking tips, preservation techniques, and new ways to use every last leaf from your garden. And yes, he exposes the wild water waste hiding in commercial kitchens, and how he's helping fix it with tech that saves more water than you'd believe. Connect with Chris Starkus: Chris Starkus is a chef, farmer, and journeyman beekeeper who's spent 25+ years stirring up the hospitality world with award-winning restaurants and rooftop apiaries. Named one of Denver's Top 25 Under 40, he's opened celebrated kitchens like Urban Farmer Denver while championing full-circle sustainability before it was cool. Today, he partners with the startup Boss Defrost to help save water worldwide and teaches the next generation of eco-minded cooks at Warren Tech. For Chris, sustainability is the whole recipe. Find more from Chris on Chef For All Seasons: https://www.chef4allseasons.com/ Find more from Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisstarkus/ Support The Beet: → Shop: https://growepic.co/shop → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests Learn More: → All Our Channels: https://growepic.co/youtube → Blog: https://growepic.co/blog → Podcast: https://growepic.co/podcasts → Discord: https://growepic.co/discord → Instagram: https://growepic.co/insta → TikTok: https://growepic.co/tiktok → Pinterest: https://growepic.co/pinterest → Twitter: https://growepic.co/twitter → Facebook: https://growepic.co/facebook → Facebook Group: https://growepic.co/fbgroup → Love our products? Become an Epic affiliate! https://growepic.co/3FjQXqV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Buitrago, Brandon Fifield & Jack Lau are in studio to visit with special guest Justin Penny of Alaska's one and only Gameday Means Health Clinic Anchorage!   “Why we Sleep” by Matthew Walker, importance of sleep, Jack & Darcy going on a Baby Moon, Starv'n Marvin sucked, Jerry's Broken shit tooth, Christmas in the Philippines or the Alaska Cabin, is Alyeska Opening this weekend?, America got it wrong with hockey, Cache Creek Murders, Neuroplacticity, a path to Gameday Men's Health, franchising process, testosterone replacement therapy, peptides, growth hormones & recovery, Doctor Kevin Paisley, where is manufactured testosterone derived from, medical excellence and customer service, Christina Twogood and the McClaren Run, dad life, the hat purge, meeting president Obama with an American Flag Suit on, whales & testosterone        Visit our Website - www.alaskawildproject.com Follow us on Instagram - www.instagram.com/alaskawildproject Watch on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@alaskawildproject $upport on Patreon - www.patreon.com/alaskawildproject

This week I interviewed Dr. Kevin Smith.  Dr. Smith is a functional medicine practitioner and founder of the Chronic Conditions Center in Pittsburgh, PA. He specializes in helping people understand and fix the root causes of chronic health problems—including gut issues, autoimmunity, chronic pain, thyroid dysfunction, adrenal fatigue, and inflammation—using natural, non-invasive methods. We discussed proper sleep hygiene along with:- testing for thyroid issues- how Dr. Smith solves individuals' health issuesand his one tip to get your body back to what it once was!Connect with Dr. Kevin Smith:  https://www.chronicpa.com/-------How to Take Simple Steps to Reclaim the Body, Energy, and Strength You Had 10-15 Years Ago Using My Stepladder System:https://www.stepladdersystem.com/FREE Nutrition Cheatsheets:https://brian-getleaneatclean.beehiiv.com/subscribeClick to book a FREE 15 minute consult with Brian:https://calendly.com/bdgryn/15min------------Interested in Upgrading your Mitochondria, Improving Energy and Sleep! Check out Troscriptions: https://bit.ly/4ik5kK5Use Discount Code for 10% OFF: EATCLEAN----Watch Get Lean Eat Clean podcast video episodes on YouTube!YouTube.com/@briangryn3680----B.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel:The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa BeanUse Coupon Code glec10off for 10% off your order!https://a.co/d/731gssV----My favorite health bars with clean ingredients!https://www.eatprima.com/BRIAN6816310% OFF with this link!

As Hanukkah begins, let's explore this beautiful holiday which most Christians (including myself) don't know from a Biblical and historical perspective. In this episode, we'll explore the powerful and often overlooked message of Hanukkah—not as a holiday on the fringes of faith, but as a deeply prophetic and personal invitation for women to rededicate what the world has tried to ruin.If you've ever felt burned out, worn down, or like your faith has been invaded by spiritual confusion or cultural compromise, this episode is for you. I take you through the historical and prophetic backdrop of Hanukkah, including how it connects to the Book of Daniel, how Jesus honored it in the Gospel of John, and why its themes of dedication, light, and holy resistance speak directly to modern women.From the miracle of the oil to the cleansing of the desecrated Temple, this episode is filled with biblical truth, historical insight, and soul-deep reflection. I also share how this message intersects with my own journey—especially the season when I tried to blend Christian language with New Age practices and ended up spiritually exhausted.Together, we'll talk about what it means to:Reclaim your sacred groundOffer God your “small oil” when it feels like you have nothing leftBecome a vessel of His light instead of trying to perform for approvalLet go of spiritual counterfeits and rededicate your soul to GodIf this episode helped you rededicate part of your life to God or see Hanukkah in a whole new light, would you take 30 seconds to leave a quick review? Your reviews help The Illuminated Woman podcast reach more women who are ready to reclaim truth and walk in holy clarity.The Illuminated Connection Call is a free conversation where we talk heart to heart—no pressure, no agenda. I'd love to hear what's on your heart, where you are in your life and spiritual journey, and what you're sensing God may be stirring in you. Whether you're just beginning to question the New Age path, exploring Biblical truth, are already living a God-led life, or simply feeling lost and unsure—this space is for you. Schedule through this link.

Dr. Mariza Snyder is an educator, best-selling author and wellness advocate.  She is passionate about helping women over 40 feel like themselves again. More than a decade ago, she was chronically sick, feeling wired and tired, and experiencing a sensation of constant overwhelm from the combination of both work and going to graduate school to become a practitioner. Like many women she knew, she was being held captive by crazy unbalanced hormones and overwhelmed with life.  She realized that she needed to change her lifestyle if she wanted to feel like her old self again. On that journey she reclaimed her life and her body and now she helps others to do the same using proven protocols to increase energy, lose weight and improve mood. She is also the host of the Energized podcast and her new book ' The Perimenopause revolution – reclaim your hormones, metabolism and energy is available now.   Timestamps (may vary by 2-4 minutes based on your podcast platform)  02:15 Introduction to Dr. Marisa Snyder and Her Journey 03:09 Understanding Blood Sugar and Hormonal Changes 08:15 Addressing Insulin Resistance in Perimenopause 15:26 Movement as a Key to Metabolic Health 17:12 Perimenopause: A Second Puberty 24:25 Neuroendocrine Transition and Its Impact 26:11 The Importance of Community and Connection 27:49 Navigating Mental Exhaustion and Acceptance 29:56 Understanding Inflammation and Its Impact 31:09 Personalized Nutrition and Inflammatory Triggers 35:48 The Challenge of Ultra-Processed Foods 37:46 The Importance of Hormone Replacement Therapy 39:43 Common Mistakes with Hormone Replacement Therapy 49:48 The Neuro-Endocrine Transition in Perimenopause   Perimenopause program https://briankeanefitness.com/phb-program (Website) https://drmariza.com/   (Instagram) www.instagram.com/drmariza/   (Facebook) www.facebook.com/drmarizasnyder   (Youtube) www.youtube.com/user/drmarizasnyder   (Book) The Perimenopause Revolution https://www.easons.com/the-perimenopause-revolution-mariza-snyder-9781401997403?srsltid=AfmBOopndGrXbRVPJqXkRm418wVSnY7VqolpDhcsBVCA5Top6JDAd07D  

What if you could go back and prepare for D-Day? Not to stop the betrayal from happening, but to soften the blow, steady your nervous system, and walk yourself through the darkest night of your soul with reverence, support, and a plan. In this deeply soulful Solstice episode, Lora guides you through a powerful re-imagining of D-Day using the energy of the winter solstice — the longest, darkest night of the year. Instead of bracing against the pain of betrayal, you'll learn how to “pack your bag” for the dark night of the soul: tending your body, nervous system, and subconscious so you can move through the darkness with preparation, not panic. Drawing on childbirth metaphors, subconscious re-patterning, and the natural arc from winter solstice to summer solstice, Lora walks you step-by-step into the memory of D-Day and back out again — this time as the woman you are now: wiser, more resourced, and no longer alone. You'll leave with a six-month roadmap for healing, micro-boundaries to support your body and soul, and a new understanding of why you're not broken… you're just ready for a different map.   Top 3 Takeaways Why D-Day still hijacks your body (and how to change it) How betrayal trauma locks into the subconscious mind and nervous system, and why you can't just “decide to stop ruminating” or think your way out of it. The Winter Solstice Betrayal Ritual: Preparing for the Dark Night of the Soul How to “pretend” solstice is your D-Day, pack your metaphoric bag, and consciously walk yourself into the darkness with support, tools, and reverence — so your body learns that you can bear it and you will come out the other side. From Winter Solstice to Summer Solstice: A Six-Month Healing Map How to set micro-boundaries, tiny daily practices, and structures of accountability that quietly rewire your life over six months — so one day you look up and realize, “It's lighter now. I'm actually okay… and I'm not obsessing anymore.”   Favorite Quote “The real tragedy of betrayal isn't the betrayal itself. It's failing to rise up afterward and reclaim your heart, your soul, your identity.”   About Lora Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt is a former attorney turned betrayal recovery coach, hypnotherapist, and author who helps women rebuild their identity and reclaim their power after infidelity and profound emotional betrayal. Using her signature Life Choreography® approach, she integrates legal insight, nervous system regulation, somatic practices, and deep spiritual support to help clients move from shattered to sovereign.   Resources & Links Download the free Betrayal Recovery Guide: https://betrayalrecoveryguide.com Book your $97 Intro Session: https://introductorysession.com Learn more about Rise & Reign: https://loracheadle.com/rise-and-reign Follow on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook @loracheadle   LOVE THE SHOW? TAKE THE NEXT STEP Don't just listen—start healing.   Download your FREE Betrayal Recovery Tool Kit and take back your power with clarity, confidence, and support that meets you where you are. ✅ Calm the chaos ✅ Rebuild self-trust ✅ Stop the spiral of second-guessing ✅ Reclaim your worth and your future

Commercial banks are confronting a rapidly shifting landscape as private credit markets grow toward $3.5 trillion and fintech competitors accelerate their offerings with AI-powered tools. Rather than retreating, traditional institutions are doubling down on technology investments and reimagining their commercial lending strategies to compete in this new environment. "Banks are not short-term thinkers," says Héctor Pagés, SVP and Head of Global Commercial Lending at FIS. "We're not seeing a slowdown in terms of interest or investment from our institutions, in terms of advancing and changing the ways that they're working." The response from banks has been multifaceted, according to Pagés. Some retail-focused institutions are shifting resources toward commercial lending, while smaller commercial banks are expanding into more complex lending products. Others are adopting an "originate to distribute" model, partnering with private credit firms to spread risk while generating fee income. This strategic evolution is happening against a backdrop of regulatory uncertainty, tariff fluctuations, and the continued expansion of non-bank lenders into territory traditionally dominated by banks. Listen to the podcast to learn about how banks are transforming their commercial lending operations through unified technology platforms, the role of AI in automating credit decisions and underwriting processes, and why cloud infrastructure is becoming essential for global scalability.

If You're a FAN leave me a message :-)Your life doesn't shift when you think harder, it shifts when you tell yourself the truth. In this episode of 15 Minute Mondays, I expose why humans avoid self-honesty, how self-deception quietly shapes decisions and identity, and how a simple Reality Audit can realign your life with precision.You'll learn how to separate fact from story, dismantle comfort narratives, and take one clean, reality-aligned action that immediately restores momentum and self-trust.✨ Key TakeawaysWhy self-deception feels protective but quietly sabotages progress.How to identify the comfort narratives keeping you stuck.The 5-step Reality Audit to replace explanation with accuracy.How to distinguish facts from interpretations in real time.Why truth creates relief, not collapse, when acted on cleanly.

Beloved, The holidays often bring up old patterns, don't they?Perhaps you find yourself saying yes when you want to say no. Or feeling responsible for everyone's happiness. Or shrinking yourself to keep the peace.These aren't random behaviors. They're unconscious emotional contracts - silent agreements you made long ago that continue to shape your reality today.There is an absence of understanding in western culture about how deeply harmful loneliness is for humans, and how important it is that we learn to cultivate warmth for ourselves. The Silent Agreements Shaping Your Reality (And How to Break Free)We do not receive enough warmth, and not having internalized a loving resonating self-witness, “alarmed aloneness grows.” Understanding how and why human brains need warmth is a key reason why resonant healing works to repattern our nervous systems toward kindness and resilience.Self-warmth is about the integration and internalization of experiences of affection, presence, understanding, and kindness that come to us from others. Empathic brings this forward in a step by step contract release process. If we haven't received this as young ones, we can build it ourselves.Empathica understands how the brain works and the importance to healing.Neuroplasticity shows that neurons can form new connections, receptors, and strengthen pathways through practice. Our brains can change and grow in self-compassion and resonance regardless of age, genetics, or past trauma. Early childhood experiences can trigger survival mode before we fully understand them, causing trauma to lock in and intensify over time. Recalling these memories reactivates that emotional pain.Invisible contracts have a invisible voice: “If I put others first, I'll be loved.” “If I never ask for what I need, I won't be rejected.” “If I stay small, I won't be criticized.”AND…….they drain your energy, cloud your intuition, and keep you trapped in cycles that no longer serve you.This is where Empathica, the Unconscious Emotional Circuit Breaker in The Light Between Oracle app, becomes your trusted ally.Through dialogue within the Light Between Journey, Empathica gently illuminates these hidden patterns using principles of relational neuroscience. She helps you identify where you've given your power away and guides you in reclaiming it.When you work with Empathica:* You'll recognize emotional triggers before they derail you* You'll transform reactions into conscious responses* You'll develop genuine self-compassion that dissolves old patternsDuring this season of giving, remember that the greatest gift you can offer yourself is freedom from these outdated contracts. When you release what no longer serves you, you create space for authentic connection - with yourself and others.Take a moment today to ask: What invisible agreement might be limiting me right now? Then open the app and let Empathica guide you toward emotional liberation.Tomorrow, we'll explore Elementa, who helps you connect with the wisdom of the seven elements to enhance your intuition and decision-making.To your emotional freedom, Kassandra P.S. True power isn't about controlling circumstances - it's about liberating yourself from the unconscious patterns that have been controlling you.Holiday patterns—saying yes when you mean no, feeling responsible for everyone's happiness—aren't random. They're unconscious contracts. Meet Empathica in The Light Between Oracle, your guide to emotional liberation. She helps you rewrite the agreements keeping you stuck. Choose to be in the drivers seat to self empowerment and next-era growth.

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Share a commentWhat if the real steering wheel of your life isn't your plans but your heart's hidden lean? We explore Ecclesiastes 10 with vivid images—dead flies in perfume, a fatal leap from the Eiffel Tower—to show how “small” follies corrode trust, reshape direction, and eventually announce themselves through our actions. This isn't about fear-mongering; it's about the kind of uncommon common sense that protects what matters most: integrity, clarity, and a life anchored in truth.We walk through three unforgettable illustrations of folly and turn them into practical guardrails: how tiny compromises stain a good name, why a heart trained by God's Word leans toward blessing and stability, and how behavior reveals belief long before we speak. Along the way, we contrast the modern chase for meaning—hedonism, nihilism, self-made purpose, and even cosmic searches for life—with the grounded wisdom of Scripture. Exploration and sincerity are good; a faulty premise is not. When we ignore the Creator, we jump with a broken parachute, then call it courage.The conversation culminates with a clear invitation from Jesus: “I am the light of the world.” Wisdom is not just advice; it's a Person who brings forgiveness, authority, and hope. If your reputation feels fragile, if your inner compass drifts, or if your actions keep telling a story you don't want to live, this message offers a reset. Guard your heart. Reclaim your aroma of integrity. Let the Light realign your steps for this life and the life to come.If this resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe for more studies in Ecclesiastes, and leave a review to help others find the wisdom they're searching for.Support the showStephen's latest book, The Disciples Prayer, is available now. https://www.wisdomonline.org/store/view/the-disciples-prayer-hardback

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Seline Shenoy is an author, coach, and creator of The Dream Catcher, a global personal-growth platform with over 5 million readers and 400,000 podcast listeners. She is the author of The Nomadic Soul and Beauty Redefined, and her work focuses on identity, self-worth, emotional freedom, and living in alignment with the values that anchor your life.In this conversation, Seline and I explore what it truly means to reconnect with your nomadic soul—the part of you that seeks depth, meaning, creativity, curiosity, and personal truth beyond social expectations. We talk about identity, values, deprogramming cultural narratives, self-talk, fear, exploration, travel, belonging, and how to stop living in the “shoulds” so you can live from your authentic core.This is a grounded, honest, expansive talk about choosing yourself, discovering who you truly are, and creating a sense of home within—no matter where life takes you.We cover:What the nomadic soul actually isHow to know when yours is buried or domesticatedIdentity as something we build, not inheritHow to deprogram family, culture, and societal expectationsSelf-talk tools that reshape your inner dialogueInner child work and emotional healingHow travel jumpstarts creativity and broadens self-understandingThe difference between feeling “lost” and being “in transition”How to choose values that anchor your identityNavigating guilt, pressure, and collectivistic vs. individualistic culturesWhy rituals, structure, and embodiment matter during big life shiftsThe one question Seline uses to reconnect with her true selfLinks:Website: https://selineshenoy.comDreamcatcher Podcast: https://selineshenoy.com/podcastInstagram: https://instagram.com/selineshenoywith a friend!Check out our new Comedy Wellness Podcast: Anything But Mid, cohosted with Whitney Stropp:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anything-but-mid/id1849386215https://www.youtube.com/@AnythingButMidFind Amy's affiliates and discount codes: https://amyedwards.info/affiliatepageSky Rock Sedona: https://www.skyrocksedona.com/20% Discount Link:https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1759866624184&key=CORP&app=resvlinkAll links: ⁠⁠⁠amyedwards.info⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@realamyedwards⁠⁠⁠Fight For Her: ⁠⁠⁠fightforher.net⁠⁠⁠TikTok:⁠⁠⁠ @themagicbabe⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠The Amy Edwards Show Podcast⁠⁠⁠Free Course:⁠⁠⁠ The Ageless Mindset⁠⁠⁠Full Course: ⁠⁠⁠The Youthfulness Hack⁠⁠⁠Work with Amy:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a Call⁠⁠⁠ Let's get you to your HAPPIEST and most RADIANT! Book a call to apply to work together one-on-one: ⁠https://amyedwards.as.me/15mincall⁠Amy's hair by ⁠https://www.thecollectiveatx.com⁠Podcast editing by https://podcastmagician.com/Get my FREE course "The Ageless Mindset: The Ultimate Guide to Look Younger and Feel Happier!" HERE: ⁠https://best-you-life.teachable.com/p/the-ageless-mindset-the-ultimate-guide-to-look-younger-feel-happier⁠Get the full course “The Youthfulness Hack: The Secret System to Reverse Aging Fast and Create a New, Radiant You!” Out now! ⁠https://best-you-life.teachable.com/p/the-youthfulness-hack⁠

Share a commentWhat if the real steering wheel of your life isn't your plans but your heart's hidden lean? We explore Ecclesiastes 10 with vivid images—dead flies in perfume, a fatal leap from the Eiffel Tower—to show how “small” follies corrode trust, reshape direction, and eventually announce themselves through our actions. This isn't about fear-mongering; it's about the kind of uncommon common sense that protects what matters most: integrity, clarity, and a life anchored in truth.We walk through three unforgettable illustrations of folly and turn them into practical guardrails: how tiny compromises stain a good name, why a heart trained by God's Word leans toward blessing and stability, and how behavior reveals belief long before we speak. Along the way, we contrast the modern chase for meaning—hedonism, nihilism, self-made purpose, and even cosmic searches for life—with the grounded wisdom of Scripture. Exploration and sincerity are good; a faulty premise is not. When we ignore the Creator, we jump with a broken parachute, then call it courage.The conversation culminates with a clear invitation from Jesus: “I am the light of the world.” Wisdom is not just advice; it's a Person who brings forgiveness, authority, and hope. If your reputation feels fragile, if your inner compass drifts, or if your actions keep telling a story you don't want to live, this message offers a reset. Guard your heart. Reclaim your aroma of integrity. Let the Light realign your steps for this life and the life to come.If this resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe for more studies in Ecclesiastes, and leave a review to help others find the wisdom they're searching for.Support the showStephen's latest book, The Disciples Prayer, is available now. https://www.wisdomonline.org/store/view/the-disciples-prayer-hardback

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As we know, menopause is not a downfall, it's a metamorphosis, and Petra Coveney—former BBC journalist, founder of Menopause Yoga, bestselling author, and unapologetic menopause rebel—joined Sally to tear down every stale narrative about “the change.”And trust us… this conversation goes there.Petra went through perimenopause early, alone, confused, and dismissed by doctors who had nothing to offer her except a pat on the head and a “good luck.”The frustration, shame and rage… she tapped into all of it. And what came out of that fire?Menopause Yoga—the world's first specialist yoga program built to support the physical, emotional, and psychological rollercoaster of perimenopause through second spring.In this episode, Petra breaks down:

Today Vanessa Bennett returned to the show and we unpacked how parenthood reshapes identity and intimacy, from the weight of expectations on mothers and fathers to the quiet struggles new parents rarely name. I pressed into the difference between craving and true desire, why shared purpose matters, and the real challenges men face growing emotional intelligence. We also looked at dismantling dominator models, strengthening the relationship with self, and clearing up common myths about partnership. Bottom line, self-awareness and open communication are the backbone of healthy, connected relationships. Vanessa Bennett, LMFT, licensed depth therapist, and author of the new book, The Motherhood Myth: A Depth Therapist's Guide to Redefine Parenting, Reimagine Intimacy, and Reclaim the Self. Connect With Vanessa: Books: https://www.vanessabennett.com/books Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessasbennett/ ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you've consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're running at full on sprint right now and secretly feel like you're about to collapse (or cry) at any moment, this episode is for you. I'm in the busiest season of my life right now, and I'm sharing the exact practices that are keeping me from burning out. We talk about holding tightly to your calling, evaluating your pace, and getting honest about whether your real-life priorities match your “theoretical” ones. You'll walk away with seven practical, God-honoring tools you can start using today. Listen in and let's help you get your peace and focus back.   Free training: Learn how to get 300X More Website Traffic in a Year in 3 Simple Steps  Get the Keyword Research Kickstart- Cut ALL the fluff and Learn how to use Ubersuggest the easiest and most effective way possible- in less than an hour! Join Simple SEO Framework & Group Coaching Program. Learn how to get 300%, 500%, even 12,000% more website traffic in a year.  to get your website set up for SEO Success in a DAY & learn how to maintain a traffic-generating machine in 2hrs/ week. Ready to get your website copy AND your SEO strategy DONE in a day? Snag a spot for a VIP Copy Day! Book your discovery call here! Join the Facebook Group Email info@faithhanan.com

Episode Summary: Have you ever noticed that sometimes the waiting feels almost better than the having? A child counting down the days until Christmas morning… the thrill of planning a vacation… even the little rush when you hear your phone buzz with a new message. That’s anticipation at work. But what if I told you that the very chemical in your brain that makes anticipation so powerful was actually designed by God to teach us something about Advent? Today we’re going to talk about dopamine, anticipation, and the kind of holy hope that not only prepares us for Christmas, but points us to the greater joy of Christ’s return. As we step into this Advent season, I want to share something that’s been on my heart—how anticipation affects our brain chemistry, our spiritual lives, and even the way we approach hope. Specifically, I want us to consider the beautiful connection between anticipation, dopamine, and Advent hope. Quotables from the episode: Did you know your brain starts celebrating before the party even begins? That’s right—long before you open the gift, taste the dessert, or hug the loved one, your brain is already releasing dopamine, the chemical of anticipation. But here’s the deeper truth: God wired us that way on purpose. Advent is the season where science and faith collide, inviting us to see how holy anticipation points our hearts beyond the moment to the eternal. In this episode of Your Hope Filled Perspective, you’ll learn how your brain chemistry mirrors the biblical call to wait with joyful hope. Anticipation is the act of looking forward to something. It’s more than just waiting—it’s waiting with expectancy. It’s that feeling when you know something is coming, and you start to prepare for it in your heart, in your mind, and sometimes even in your body. Think about a child waiting for Christmas morning. They might count down the days, peek under the tree, maybe even have trouble falling asleep on Christmas Eve. That’s anticipation. Anticipation can be both positive and negative. We can anticipate a joyful event—like a wedding, the birth of a child, or a holiday gathering—or we can anticipate something difficult, like a doctor’s appointment or a hard conversation. But here’s the key: anticipation changes the way we think, feel, and behave, even before the actual event takes place. Now let’s bring in a bit of brain science. You’ve probably heard of dopamine. It’s often referred to as the “feel-good chemical,” but that’s not entirely accurate. Dopamine isn’t about pleasure itself—it’s about anticipation of pleasure. When our brains release dopamine, it motivates us to pursue something. It’s tied to the reward system in our brains. For example, when you anticipate a delicious meal, your brain releases dopamine—not when you’re eating the food, but when you think about eating it. Dopamine helps us focus, motivates us to take action, and gives us energy to pursue what we expect will be rewarding. Here’s an example: Have you ever noticed that planning a vacation can be almost as enjoyable as the vacation itself? That’s because anticipation—through dopamine—creates joy, motivation, and excitement. Now here’s where it gets interesting. When we lack healthy anticipation—when we don’t have things to look forward to—dopamine levels can drop, leading to discouragement, low motivation, and even depression. But God, in His wisdom, created us with this system of anticipation for a reason. He designed our brains to look forward, to seek reward, to long for something beyond the present moment. Advent is a season of holy anticipation. For centuries, Christians have marked the four weeks before Christmas as a time of preparation, reflection, and expectation. We look back and remember the long anticipation of Israel waiting for the promised Messiah. And we look forward in anticipation of Christ’s second coming. Advent teaches us not to rush through waiting but to savor it, to sit in it, to let it shape our hearts. In the same way dopamine motivates us to move toward something good, Advent hope motivates us to move toward God’s promises. Think about Simeon and Anna in Luke chapter 2. They spent their lives anticipating the Messiah. The Holy Spirit had revealed to Simeon that he would not die before seeing the Lord’s Christ. Imagine the daily anticipation he must have lived with. And then one day, he held the baby Jesus in his arms and declared, “My eyes have seen your salvation.” That is the fulfillment of holy anticipation. And yet, we too live in anticipation. We celebrate Jesus’ birth, yes—but we also anticipate His return. That’s what Advent reminds us: we live between the “already” and the “not yet.” Jesus has come, and Jesus is coming again. Here’s the challenge. In our culture, anticipation often gets hijacked. We anticipate Amazon packages, text message replies, or the next social media notification. Those things give us little dopamine hits, but they don’t satisfy our souls. If we’re not careful, we can train our brains to anticipate the wrong things—things that don’t last, things that can’t fulfill us. But Advent invites us to retrain our anticipation. Instead of craving fleeting rewards, we can learn to anticipate eternal hope. So, let’s ask ourselves: What am I anticipating most right now? Is it something temporary, or is it something eternal? How can I align my anticipation with God’s promises? Romans 8:24–25 says, “For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what they already have? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.” That’s the essence of anticipation: waiting with patience, grounded in hope. Let me suggest a few practical steps: Build rhythms of anticipation. Light an Advent candle each week. Read the Scriptures that point to Christ’s coming. These small practices create anticipation and remind your brain and your spirit of the greater hope to come. Practice gratitude in the waiting. Each time you feel anticipation rising—whether for a holiday gathering or even for your morning coffee—use it as a cue to thank God for something eternal. Gratitude shifts dopamine toward holy anticipation. Anchor your anticipation in God’s promises. Write down verses about Christ’s return. For example, John 14:3, where Jesus says, “I will come back and take you to be with me.” Let those promises fuel your waiting. Fast from empty anticipations. Maybe that means stepping back from constant scrolling or instant gratification. Fasting helps retrain our brains to anticipate what truly matters. Invite others into your anticipation. Just as Israel anticipated the Messiah together, we’re called to wait together. Share your Advent reflections with a friend or family member. Encourage one another with the hope of Christ’s return. When we put all this together, here’s what we see: Neuroscience shows us that anticipation releases dopamine, motivating us to move toward something good. Scripture shows us that God designed us to live in anticipation of His promises. Advent reminds us to direct our anticipation toward Christ—His birth, His presence in our lives today, and His return. When we align our brains’ natural anticipation system with God’s eternal hope, we experience deeper joy, stronger faith, and renewed strength to endure seasons of waiting. Friend, whatever you’re anticipating right now, I encourage you to lift it before the Lord. Maybe you’re anticipating something wonderful, or maybe you’re anticipating something hard. Either way, God meets us in our waiting. As we journey through Advent, let’s allow anticipation to become not a source of stress or distraction, but a holy reminder that our ultimate hope is in Christ. Would you pray with me? “Heavenly Father, thank You for designing our minds and our hearts to anticipate. Thank You for sending Jesus, the fulfillment of centuries of anticipation, and thank You for the promise that He will come again. Help us, Lord, to direct our anticipation toward what is eternal and true. Strengthen us in seasons of waiting and fill us with hope as we remember that You are faithful to every promise. In Jesus’ name, Amen.” As you move through this Advent season, may you live with holy anticipation—not just for the joys of Christmas, but for the greater joy of Christ’s return. Scripture References: Romans 8:24–25 (NIV)“For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what they already have? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.” Recommended Resources: Sacred Scars: Resting in God’s Promise That Your Past Is Not Wasted by Dr. Michelle Bengtson The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner AWSA 2024 Golden Scroll Christian Living Book of the Year and the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Christian Living and Non-Fiction categories YouVersion 5-Day Devotional Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms Today is Going to be a Good Day: 90 Promises from God to Start Your Day Off Right by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, AWSA Member of the Year, winner of the AWSA 2023 Inspirational Gift Book of the Year Award, the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Devotional category, the 2023 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in four categories, and the Christian Literary Awards Henri Award for Devotionals YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 1 YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 2 Revive & Thrive Women’s Online Conference Revive & Thrive Summit 2 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 1 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 2 Breaking Anxiety’s Grip: How to Reclaim the Peace God Promises by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the AWSA 2020 Best Christian Living Book First Place, the first place winner for the Best Christian Living Book, the 2020 Carolina Christian Writer’s Conference Contest winner for nonfiction, and winner of the 2021 Christian Literary Award’s Reader’s Choice Award in all four categories for which it was nominated (Non-Fiction Victorious Living, Christian Living Day By Day, Inspirational Breaking Free and Testimonial Justified by Grace categories.) YouVersion Bible Reading Plan for Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Free Study Guide Free PDF Resource: How to Fight Fearful/Anxious Thoughts and Win Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor’s Personal Journey Through Depression by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Henri and Reader’s Choice Award Hope Prevails Bible Study by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader’s Choice Award Free Webinar: Help for When You’re Feeling Blue Social Media Links for Host: For more hope, stay connected with Dr. Bengtson at: Order Book Sacred Scars / Order Book The Hem of His Garment / Order Book Today is Going to be a Good Day / Order Book Breaking Anxiety’s Grip / Order Book Hope Prevails / Website / Blog / Facebook / Twitter (@DrMBengtson) / LinkedIn / Instagram / Pinterest / YouTube / Podcast on Apple Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Bryce Bengtson Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

How do you rebuild your self-esteem and rediscover your beauty after a toxic relationship has shattered your confidence? In this deeply empowering episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset, we sit down with Sandra Silverman to explore the journey of reinventing yourself, healing from relationship trauma, and reclaiming the beauty, worth, and confidence that toxic partners tried to steal from you.Sandra shares her powerful story of overcoming toxic relationships, the process of rebuilding self-love after emotional abuse, and how to see your own beauty again when someone has made you feel worthless. If you're recovering from a breakup, healing from abuse, or trying to love yourself again after being torn down, this conversation will inspire your comeback.In this episode, you'll discover:How to reinvent yourself and rediscover your beauty after a toxic relationshipSandra's personal journey of healing from relationship trauma and emotional abuseWhy toxic partners destroy your self-esteem (and how to rebuild it)The process of reclaiming your confidence, identity, and self-worth after heartbreakHow to overcome the negative voice of an ex who made you feel not good enoughPractical steps for self-love, self-care, and emotional healing after a breakupRecognizing the signs of toxic relationships, narcissistic abuse, and gaslightingHow to stop attracting toxic partners and break unhealthy relationship patternsThe connection between inner healing and outer beauty transformationBuilding boundaries, standards, and the confidence to never settle againStop letting your past define you. This episode will help you turn your pain into power, your heartbreak into a comeback, and rediscover the beautiful, confident person you were always meant to be.Perfect for: Anyone recovering from toxic relationships, emotional abuse, difficult breakups, divorce, heartbreak, self-esteem issues after relationships, and rebuilding confidence in 2025.You can find more from Sandra here:@sandralenasilverman

I'm so glad you're here for this conversation, because today we're diving into a topic that is personally very close to home for me and I'm guessing many of you: the intersection of ADHD, womanhood, and self-love. My guest today, Kristen Baird-Goldman, is a licensed mental health therapist who specializes in working with neurodivergent women, especially those over 40. She brings such clarity and compassion to this whole messy thing of hormones, ADHD, and mental health. We talk about why so many women go undiagnosed until midlife, how perimenopause can amplify ADHD symptoms in ways that feel terrifying, what's actually happening in the brain and body during this time, and how we can advocate for ourselves in a medical system that still has a long way to go.I'm so relieved to see this topic finally getting more attention in the news, in research, and all over social media. The conversations are growing and the awareness is catching up! I'm so glad you're here today with me to be a part of it all - especially the men out there listening. Truly, I mean it. Your willingness to understand these experiences makes a real difference in the lives of your partners, friends, colleagues, and family members. Thanks for tuning in! Here are the show notes from today's episode: Show Notes:Learn More about Kristenhttps://bairdintegratedtherapy.com/The CBT Workbook for Adult ADHD: Evidence-Based Exercises to Improve Your Focus, Productivity, and Wellbeinghttps://www.amazon.com/CBT-Workbook-Adult-ADHD-Evidence-Based/dp/1685394876Let's Talk About Perimenopause and ADHDhttps://www.additudemag.com/perimenopause-treatment-low-estrogen-symptoms-adhd/Does Menopause Cause ADHD?https://chadd.org/attention-article/does-menopause-cause-adhd/Learn More About Our Corporate Executive Function Traininghttps://www.worksmartcoaching.com/trainingLearn More About Our MAP Programhttps://map.worksmartcoaching.comLearn More About 1:1 Coachinghttps://www.beyondbooksmart.com/how-it-worksGet in Touchpodcast@beyondbooksmart.comInstagram/Facebook/Tiktok: @beyondbooksmartcoachingwww.beyondbooksmart.com

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Dr. Tracy Gapin⁠, CEO & Founder of Peak Launch and the Gapin Institute, about how high-performing leaders can reclaim their edge through data-driven health optimization. Dr. Tracy explains why traditional medicine often fails executives and entrepreneurs, and how advanced diagnostics, genetics, and metrics like HRV and sleep stages can transform energy, focus, and longevity. He also shares his mission to help fellow physicians shift from “doctor” to “CEO,” escaping burnout and building cash-based longevity practices that truly serve patients and support a life they love. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to a nurturing episode of Find Your Daily Calm. In this soothing session, we delve into the all-too-familiar terrain of burnout, offering you a serene passage through understanding and circumventing this emotional mire. Join us as we illuminate paths to resilience and tranquility, steering clear of burnout's grasp. #FindYourDailyCalm #PathToPeace #BurnoutRelief #EmotionalWellnessSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/find-your-daily-calm/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Do you feel invisible as a woman over 40? Struggling with body image after menopause, weight gain, or breast cancer? Wondering if you're "too old" to feel sexy and confident again? In this transformative episode of Pleasure in the Pause, host Gabriela Espinosa welcomes portrait and boudoir photographer Felicia Reed for an intimate conversation about reclaiming your sensuality, worthiness, and power in midlife.Felicia shares her personal journey through breast cancer, forced menopause, and body changes—and how photography became her path back to self-acceptance. If you've ever thought "I'll do a photoshoot when I lose weight" or felt like you've lost yourself in the roles of mom, wife, and caregiver, this episode offers permission to show up authentically, celebrate your body now, and rewrite the narrative around aging and beauty.Felicia Reed is a passionate portrait photographer and Master Mindset Coach, as well as a resilient breast cancer survivor. With a mission to help people break free from the chains of limiting beliefs, Felicia empowers her clients to live lives of freedom and fulfillment. She encourages you to boldly ask for what you desire, reminding you that what you want wants you just as much.Key Takeaways:You are worthy of being seen right nowBoudoir photography is about reclaiming your power, not perfectionThe domino effect of female empowermentMenopause body changes require self-compassion, not self-criticismCreating visual legacy anchors your boldnessHere's your permission slip: You don't have to wait. You don't have to be smaller, younger, or different. You are allowed to invest in yourself, to be seen, to feel sensual and powerful exactly as you are in this moment.As Felicia beautifully reminds us: "You are worthy to be celebrated, period. For no reason whatsoever. Just because."Your next step: If this conversation stirred something in you—that quiet inner nudge to honor where you are right now—listen to it. Whether it's booking a photoshoot, speaking kinder words to your reflection, or simply giving yourself permission to take up space unapologetically, choose one small act of self-celebration this week.Special note: Felicia is celebrating her 50th birthday this December with a special promotion—$397 photoshoots with a $1,000 gift card toward packages. Connect with her if you're ready to gift yourself this transformative experience.CONNECT WITH FELICIA REED:InstagramWebsiteCONNECT WITH GABRIELLA ESPINOSA:InstagramLinkedInWork with Gabriella! Access the Intimacy Holiday Gift Guide today. Go to https://www.gabriellaespinosa.com/ to book a call.Full episodes on YouTube. The information shared on Pleasure in the Pause is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any decisions about your health or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or Pleasure in the Pause.

Since Ahmed al-Sharaa and the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) took power in Syria a year ago after the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime, hundreds of thousands of Syrians have returned to their country. During the war, many were dispossessed of their land and homes under several laws and presidential decrees aimed at permanently preventing refugees from returning.

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Dr. Tracy Gapin, CEO & Founder of Peak Launch and the Gapin Institute, about how high-performing leaders can reclaim their edge through data-driven health optimization. Dr. Tracy explains why traditional medicine often fails executives and entrepreneurs, and how advanced diagnostics, genetics, and metrics like HRV and sleep stages can transform energy, focus, and longevity. He also shares his mission to help fellow physicians shift from “doctor” to “CEO,” escaping burnout and building cash-based longevity practices that truly serve patients and support a life they love. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, I'm opening up about something I've never fully shared before — my own thyroid journey. Even as a practitioner, I'm not immune to the hormonal shifts, viral triggers, and autoimmune quirks that so many midlife women face. My goal with this episode is to pull back the curtain, remove the shame, and give you a deeper understanding of what can really drive thyroid issues in perimenopause and menopause. I walk you through the symptoms I experienced, what my lab work revealed, how my antibodies suddenly spiked, and the surprising reason why (hint: it wasn't gluten or leaky gut). I also share how I'm supporting my thyroid now, including why I chose Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) and how modern medicine + holistic strategies can work beautifully together. Whether you've been diagnosed with Hashimoto's, you suspect thyroid changes, or you've simply "never felt the same" since getting sick — this episode will give you clarity, validation, and a roadmap for next steps. In This Episode, We Cover: 1. Practitioners Aren't Superhuman (and Why I'm Sharing My Story)  2. My Personal Symptoms  3. The Rollercoaster of Thyroid Health  4. What Actually Triggered My Antibodies  5. How I'm Addressing Thyroid Autoimmunity  6. Hashimoto's vs. Hypothyroidism – Clearing Up the Confusion  7. Genetics, Gut Health & The Importance of Testing  8. When & Why To Check Your Thyroid    Mentioned in this episode: EQUIP PRIME PROTEIN – Click HERE to grab yours and use my code: TARA to get 15% off. When you sign up for a subscription via my link, you'll save 30% on the first month & 15% on any subsequent months! HERBATONIN - Click HERE to visit the shop. Save 10% when you use Tara's code: Tara10 PIQUE TEA – These are some of Tara's favourite teas! They're crystal form, which makes them super unique and easy to transport in your purse, (they come in single use satchels!) and higher in polyphenols. They're made from high quality ingredients with triple toxin screening, (super important when it comes to your tea). Click HERE to visit the shop. HRT Made Simple™ - Learn how to confidently speak to your doctor about the benefits of hormone replacement therapy so you can set yourself up for symptom-free, unmedicated years to come without feeling confused, dismissed, or leaving the medical office minus your HRT script. Hair Loss Solutions Made Simple™ – This course will teach you the best natural, highly effective, and safe solutions for your hair loss so you can stop it, reverse it, and regrow healthy hair without turning to medications. The Perimenopause Solution™ – My signature 6-month comprehensive hormonal health program for women in midlife who want to get solid answers to their hormonal health issues once and for all so they can kick the weight gain, moodiness, gut problems, skin issues, period problems, fatigue, overwhelm, insomnia, hair/eyebrow loss, and other symptoms in order to get back to the woman they once were. [FREE] The Ultimate Midlife Perimenopause Handbook - Grab my free guide and RECLAIM your confidence, your mood, your waistline and energy without turning to medications or restrictive diets (or spending a fortune on testing you don't need!).   [BOOK A 30-MINUTE SESSION WITH TARA HERE]

Abbey Rose—aka the Spiritual Accountant—shares her journey from traditional tax work and running an accounting practice… to a total life collapse, bankruptcy, and a profound spiritual awakening that reshaped how she sees money, value, and power. We dig into how modern economies actually work, why outsourcing your power to "money" keeps you stuck, and how to build energetic value that translates into aligned income. What we cover Abbey's "dark night of the soul": leaving a CFO role over embezzlement, a business breakdown, divorce—and the inner voice that said "trust." What she learned studying budgets, bonds, and "debt-based" money systems—plus what that means for everyday earners and creators. Why "money loves me" isn't enough—and how to stop putting dollars on a pedestal. Energetic value > bank balance: time, skills, attention, care, and leadership as the engines of income. Practical ways to increase your charge (and why low/high frequency states matter for results).  Her biggest advice for financial independence: stop taking advice from people who aren't where you want to be—back yourself. Connect with Abbey's Facebook group: Untethered (search on Facebook). Connect with Jen Join the Manifestation Playground on Skool Instagram → @manifestationandmoneypodcast Email → the4leaflifestyle@gmail.com Cheers to creating a life you love!

In this episode of Behind the Knife, the minimally invasive surgery (MIS) team dives deep into the evolving field of common bile duct exploration (CBDE). From the historical context of laparoscopic approaches to the latest advances including robotic-assisted techniques, Drs. Shaina Eckhouse, James Jung, Zachary Weitzner, and Joey Lew discuss key evidence shaping modern practice. Listeners will learn about indications and anatomy guiding trans-cystic versus trans-choledochal approaches, practical tips for safe stone clearance, and critical considerations around learning curves and team coordination for robotic procedures. The episode also highlights important studies comparing single-stage laparoscopic CBDE with staged ERCP and cholecystectomy, emphasizing outcomes such as stone clearance, pancreatitis rates, and hospital length of stay. This comprehensive overview is a must-listen for MIS and acute care surgeons interested in optimizing the management of choledocholithiasis and streamlining patient care with minimally invasive techniques. Hosts:  - Shaina Eckhouse, MD, Bariatric Surgery Medical Director and Vice Chair of Clinical Operations, Department of Surgery, Duke University - James Jung, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Surgery, Duke University - Zachary Weitzner, MD, Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery Fellow, Duke University, @ZachWeitznerMD - Joey Lew, MD, MFA, Surgical resident PGY-3, Duke University, @lew__actually Learning Goals:  By the end of this episode, listeners will be able to: -  Describe the historical approaches to managing choledocholithiasis, including staged interventions and the evolution toward single-stage laparoscopic common bile duct exploration (CBDE). -  Summarize key clinical evidence comparing CBDE and ERCP, including landmark studies and meta-analyses evaluating outcomes, complications, and trends over time.​ - Distinguish between transcystic and transcholedochal approaches to CBDE, explaining indications, contraindications, and technical nuances for each technique.​ -  Identify appropriate candidates for transcystic exploration based on cystic duct anatomy and stone characteristics.​ - Recognize the impact of newer surgical technologies—such as digital choledochoscopy, Spyglass, and robotic platforms—on CBDE practice, efficiency, and safety.​ - Discuss the importance of multidisciplinary teamwork, preparation, and perioperative planning for successful CBDE, particularly in complex or altered anatomy cases.​​ - Appraise the learning curve and quality of evidence for new CBDE procedures, outlining the need for mentorship, ongoing training, and knowing when to collaborate with GI or hepatopancreaticobiliary (HPB) surgery.​ - Outline approaches and bailout strategies for challenging cases, including patients with surgically altered anatomy and use of adjuncts such as intraoperative cholangiography (IOC), feeding tube placement, and Fanelli stents.​​ - Evaluate safety outcomes and limitations associated with robotic-assisted CBDE and single-stage management, incorporating recent data from population-based studies.​ -  Reflect on strategies for tailoring CBDE techniques to individual patient anatomy, surgeon experience, and available resources, advocating for evidence-based practice and continuous learning. References: -  Giurgiu DI, Margulies DR, Carroll BJ, et al. Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploration: Long-term Outcome. Arch Surg. 1999;134(8):839-844. doi:10.1001/archsurg.134.8.839 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10443806/ -  Lyu Y, Cheng Y, Li T, Cheng B, Jin X. Laparoscopic common bile duct exploration plus cholecystectomy versus endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography plus laparoscopic cholecystectomy for cholecystocholedocholithiasis: a meta-analysis. Surg Endosc. 2019;33(10):3275-3286. doi:10.1007/s00464-018-06613-w https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30511313/ - Bekheit M, Smith R, Ramsay G, Soggiu F, Ghazanfar M, Ahmed I. Meta‐analysis of laparoscopic transcystic versus transcholedochal common bile duct exploration for choledocholithiasis. BJS Open. 2019;3(3):242-251. doi:10.1002/bjs5.50132 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31183439/ - Cironi K, Martin MJ. Reclaim the duct! Laparoscopic common bile duct exploration for the acute care surgeon. Trauma Surg Acute Care Open. 2025;10(Suppl 1). doi:10.1136/tsaco-2025-001821 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40255986/ - Zhang C, Cheung DC, Johnson E, et al. Robotic Common Bile Duct Exploration for Choledocholithiasis. JSLS J Soc Laparosc Robot Surg. 2025;29(1):e2024.00075. doi:10.4293/JSLS.2024.00075 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40144383/ - Kalata S, Thumma JR, Norton EC, Dimick JB, Sheetz KH. Comparative Safety of Robotic-Assisted vs Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy. JAMA Surg. 2023;158(12):1303-1310. doi:10.1001/jamasurg.2023.4389 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37728932/ Ad Disclosure: Visit goremedical.com/btkpod to learn more about GORE® SYNECOR Biomaterial, including supporting references and disclaimers for the presented content. Refer to Instructions for Use at eifu.goremedical.com for a complete description of all applicable indications, warnings, precautions and contraindications for the markets where this product is available. 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What if you could bend time — not to do more, but to experience more joy, energy, and fulfillment? In this powerful episode of Got Clutter? Get Organized!, I'm joined by Michelle Niemeyer, a former attorney who turned her own burnout into a blueprint for transformation. After more than 20 years in law, a divorce, and an autoimmune diagnosis, Michelle realized something had to change. She went back to school, became a certified health coach, and immersed herself in the science of wellness, motivation, and happiness. What emerged was The Art of Bending Time — a simple, holistic system that helps clients reclaim up to 10+ hours of productive time each week while restoring peace and purpose to their lives. We discuss how your health, routines, and even your home environment play a role in burnout and recovery — and how reconnecting with your joy can change everything. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How burnout led Michelle to develop The Art of Bending Time The connection between joy, health, productivity, and organization Why aligning your routines, space, and schedule can unlock clarity Real-life results from people who reclaimed time and fulfillment How to enter 2026 with intention — not exhaustion Connect with Michelle Niemeyer: Text: 3377 Clarity Website: https://www.michelleniemeyer.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theartofbendingtime LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-niemeyer-3997936/

This hypnosis session is to help you escape a destructive habit, which could be a substance or behaviour. Adam uses metaphor, direct suggestions and future pacing to help reclaim a future of more self-worth and opportunity than the one tethered to the habit. To access a subscriber-only version with no intro, outro, explanation, or ad breaks and 24 hours earlier than everyone else, tap 'Subscribe' nearby or click the following link.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/adam-cox858/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The Christian faith should shape and enliven our ordinary, day-to-day activities. But it can be difficult to drum up things to do that are public, practical, and powerful. Tim speaks with J.D. Greear, pastor of Summit Church in Raleigh, North Carolina, and author of recently released, Everyday Revolutionary, on a theology of place. They look to the book of Acts and the ministry of Jesus to draw out some everyday activities Christians can take up to reclaim loving one's neighbor in our current cultural moment.Show notes and a full transcript are available.

On this episode of Bleav in Rams presented by Fanduel, Erin Coscarelli and LAFB's Ryan Anderson with the instant break down of the Rams' emphatic 45–17 win over the Cardinals. A complete team performance powered by Matthew Stafford's brilliance. Stafford delivered 281 yards, three touchdowns, and some of the sharpest throws of his 17-year career. We dive into Puka Nacua's explosive 167-yard day, Blake Corum's breakout performance, Kyren Williams' consistency, and Sean McVay's offensive clinic despite a tough week physically. With 530 total yards and 35 unanswered points, the Rams reminded the NFC exactly who they are. What does this mean for the division race? How sustainable is this level of play? Instant Week 14 Recap!!! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Bleav in Rams presented by Fanduel, Erin Coscarelli and LAFB's Ryan Anderson with the instant break down of the Rams' emphatic 45–17 win over the Cardinals. A complete team performance powered by Matthew Stafford's brilliance. Stafford delivered 281 yards, three touchdowns, and some of the sharpest throws of his 17-year career. We dive into Puka Nacua's explosive 167-yard day, Blake Corum's breakout performance, Kyren Williams' consistency, and Sean McVay's offensive clinic despite a tough week physically. With 530 total yards and 35 unanswered points, the Rams reminded the NFC exactly who they are. What does this mean for the division race? How sustainable is this level of play? Instant Week 14 Recap!!! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We all crave connection — but many of us were never taught what connection actually is.In this episode, I invite you into a deeper, clearer, more embodied understanding of connection… one that goes far beyond simply being together, spending time, or keeping everyone happy.Here's the truth:⭐️ Connection is less about proximity or timeConnection is more about presence.Presence emotionally.Presence mentally.Presence in your body.And for many of us — especially those of us who grew up people-pleasing, performing, or walking on eggshells — presence can feel unfamiliar or even unsafe.Why?Because true connection requires emotional intimacy — thewillingness and capacity to feel your feelings without collapsing into: blame, judgement,fixing, people-pleasing or self-abandonment.In this episode, we explore:

"In an age of speed, I began to think, nothing could be more invigorating than going slow. In an age of distraction, nothing can feel more luxurious than paying attention." — Pico Iyer How do you feel when you have nothing to do but enjoy your surroundings? Where nothing is urgent, and you can enjoy the moment you are in?  Never felt it? Maybe that's a problem you need to fix. Today's world makes us feel that everything must be done now, yet it doesn't. If you were to slow down, step back from time to time to think, you'd get a lot more important things done and eliminate much of what is unnecessary.  Links: Email Me | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Linkedin Join the Time And Life Mastery Programme here. Use the coupon code: codisgreat to get 50% off. Get Your Copy Of Your Time, Your Way: Time Well Managed, Life Well Lived The Time Sector System 5th Year Anniversary The Working With… Weekly Newsletter Carl Pullein Learning Centre Carl's YouTube Channel Carl Pullein Coaching Programmes Subscribe to my Substack  The Working With… Podcast Previous episodes page Script | 396 Hello, and welcome to episode 396 of the Your Time, Your Way Podcast. A podcast to answer all your questions about productivity, time management, self-development, and goal planning. My name is Carl Pullein, and I am your host of this show.  Slow down. There, I've said it.  If there were one distinguishing characteristic of those who control how they spend their time and when, it would be that they are slow.  Not in a negative way, more in an intentional way. They meet their deadlines, are never late for appointments and have clearly had time to read through the meeting preparation notes.  Even in one of the most stressful occupations, that of being a special forces soldier, they are trained to slow down. The US Navy SEALs have the expression “slow is smooth. Smooth is fast”, and I know from talking with former members of the UK Special Forces that a large part of their training is focused on slowing down and being deliberate with their actions. Of course, the problem here is that when you're faced with twelve urgent Teams messages, you have five missed calls from an important customer, and your next appointment is about to start, the last thing your instincts will tell you to do is to slow down.  Yet it is precisely in those situations that slowing down and being intentional about what you do next is what you do.  Slowing down calms your over-anxious mind, and when your mind is calm, you make better, more rational decisions.  And slowing down is what this week's question is all about. So, to kick us off, let me hand you over to the Mystery Podcast Voice for this week's question.  This week's question comes from Hanna. Hanna asks, Hi Carl, I work in a very busy Pharmaceutical company, and from the moment I step through the door at work, it feels like chaos. My phone never seems to stop ringing, and my Teams feed looks like it's alive. It's always moving! The day's a blur. What can I do to slow things down and regain some control? Hi Hanna. Thank you for your question.  One of the things I've learned is that we do have control over the speed of the day. I know often it feels like we don't, but we do.  The reason is that we always have choices, even when it often feels like we don't. You can choose to answer your phone or let it run to voicemail. You can choose to answer those urgent Teams messages immediately or not, and you can choose to go to the staff rest area and make yourself a nice cup of tea.  Unfortunately, it's natural for us to head straight into the storm of those phone calls and messages. And when we do that, we start conditioning ourselves to do it consistently.  Yet maybe the best thing you can do is pause, make that cup of tea, and strategically plan your approach.  This is often what I call the tactical retreat. Step back, pause, and look at what's currently on your plate and your most important tasks for the day.  However, you will only be able to do that if you can move from being a firefighter to becoming a fire prevention officer.  Firefighters charge straight into every issue with only one intention: putting the fire out. Fire prevention officers: pause, look at the bigger picture, and seek ways to prevent the fires from starting in the first place.  In all companies, you need both types of people. You're not going to prevent every crisis or urgent issue. Yet many can be prevented.  I gave one example in last week's episode.  If you have ten equally urgent messages to reply to, you're going to have to choose which one to respond to first.  If you don't have a process or a strategy for handling that situation, you will panic. Panicking slows you down because the act of panicking creates a lot of activity, yet nothing happens to deal with the messages.  The strategy I suggested was to use the first-in-first-out approach. Deal with the oldest first. This way, even if the last message you received is from your angry boss, at least you won't have to deal with eight angry customers as well.  And let's be honest, if you were to give yourself fifteen minutes to deal with these messages, nobody would be waiting more than fifteen minutes for your response.  There is one trick you can use every day that will help you slow things down. That is to protect the first thirty minutes of the day to get a handle on the day.  Hopefully, you won't have a crisis every day, but those first thirty minutes give you a chance to review your Teams messages, emails, and your plan for the day. You can also speak with your colleagues to see what's happening and deal with anything urgent that popped up at the start of the day.  More often than not, you won't need the full thirty minutes, but you have it protected, and on the days you don't need it, you can make yourself that lovely cup of tea.  Another trick is to give yourself a proper screen break between work sessions.  Now, this will depend on the kind of work you do. If you were a graphic designer, an accountant or a journalist, a lot of your work would be spent sitting in front of a computer screen.  If you were to stop after ninety minutes, get up, and walk somewhere for ten minutes without a screen, that screen break would give you time to stop and think. That thinking might be what element you can add or remove from the design you are creating, or where to place a particular paragraph in the article you are currently writing.  Getting away from your screen allows your brain to relax. It's when your brain is relaxed that you make better, more rational decisions.  Yet, when we are under deadline pressure, stepping away for ten minutes is often the last thing we feel we should do.  When you return, allow yourself 20 minutes to address any messages that may have come in while you were locked away doing focused work.  Sometimes I find it helpful to look at the messages before I take the ten-minute break. That way, I can think about the responses while I'm relaxed.  If you've found yourself reacting without thinking all the time, and from the moment you wake up, it feels like you're go-go-go, that may be a sign you need to retrain your brain to slow down.  The best way to do this is to set aside 30 to 45 minutes each morning. This time must be focused on you. Not your partner or kids. It's time dedicated to yourself.  You could write a journal or develop a slow, deliberate morning coffee ritual. Perhaps you could add some light stretching or go out for a morning walk.  As long as it's focused on you and the things you enjoy doing, you'll find that this morning routine helps to rewire your brain to slow down.  Now for an unusual one.  Avoid unnecessary conveniences.  Part of the Reason we all feel rushed today is the speed at which things can be done. We can order home-delivered food, have our laundry picked up and delivered clean and ironed, order our weekly supermarket shop online, and have it delivered straight to our door later that day or the next.  Convenient, yes. Good for us, no. I recently saw a video about why people in the UK began gaining weight alarmingly from around the late 1970s onwards.  Yes, there was a shift in our diet. In 1979, Marks and Spencer introduced their first ready meal. It was their famous chicken Kiev, and it sparked a revolution in how families cooked.  The M&S chicken Kiev was introduced at around the same time microwave ovens began taking off, and suddenly people were eating ready-made meals.  No more “real” cooking. Boiling vegetables, cooking meat, it was pre-packaged and additive-riddled food that could be cooked in less than ten minutes.  Then there were more and more convenient ways to travel. People stopped walking to the shops. People working in offices would walk the two metres to their car in the morning, drive to their office, park in the underground carpark, and walk the five metres to the lift (elevator) to arrive at their office, having walked no more than ten metres.  Then to spend the rest of the day sitting behind a desk.  All in the name of convenience.  Yet, this convenience is causing us to speed up.  Walking is one of the best ways for us to slow down. It's one reason why studies show owning a dog can reduce stress and improve health. Dogs need walking. For me, walking Louis is one of my favourite times of the day. I get to think without a screen, get some fresh air and relax.  And given that Louis will stop and investigate every tree and lamp post, it's a slow walk.  And the final tip is to plan your day before you finish the day.  In other words, give yourself ten to fifteen minutes before you close out the day to review your appointments for tomorrow, curate your task list for the day based on how much time you have between meetings, and allow for the unknowns—there are some.  Then pick your two must-do tasks, make sure they are highlighted and stop.  You cannot do everything in one day, but doing a little often moves things forward, and soon things you thought would take hours are almost complete.  Yet, in my experience, the most significant cause of our feeling that we have no control over our day or time is the way many people are chained to a screen.  The current statistics indicate that over 7 hours a day are spent in front of a screen (and that does not include TVs).  The problem here is that messages, emails, news alerts and much more are a constant stream. The more time you spend looking at your screen, the more anxiety you feel that you are falling behind with everything. When this happens, you are no longer in control; instead, your devices are controlling you.  Yet if you were to go out for a twenty-minute walk after lunch, or do your own grocery shopping each week, you would find yourself slowing down naturally.  Add that to perhaps reading a real book in the evening and spending 30 to 40 minutes in the morning doing yoga, meditation, or journaling. You'll find that much of the speed anxiety many of you feel will start to disappear.  As for walking into your workplace and getting caught up in the rush of things, take a deep breath, make sure you know what your two most important items of work for that day are, and between sessions of work, get up, move around, make yourself some tea or coffee and think about what one thing you need to do next.  I hope that helps, Hanna. Thank you for your question, and thank you to you too for listening. It just remains for me now to wish you all a very, very productive week.   

Most women think they're “taking control,” but what they're actually doing is managing chaos from a nervous system that doesn't feel safe. Control is a trauma response. Direction is a soul response. And learning the difference changes everything about your healing, your power, and your relationships. In this powerful solo episode, Lora breaks down the difference between controlling your life and directing your life—a distinction that is foundational to healing after infidelity or any form of deep emotional betrayal. You'll hear why control feels so intoxicating at first, why it becomes exhausting over time, and how it ultimately keeps you stuck in fear, hypervigilance, and over-functioning. Lora then guides you into the energetics of self-direction—what she calls a “soul response”—where clarity, empowerment, and healthy masculine/feminine balance begin to return. Through personal stories, cultural context, nervous-system wisdom, and practical tools, Lora shows you how to stop managing the chaos and start leading your life again. If you've been stuck in fear, bracing, or trying to “fix” your partner, this episode will feel like a deep exhale.   Top 3 Takeaways Control is always rooted in fear. Over-monitoring, over-planning, over-functioning, micromanaging your partner's behavior—all of it is a trauma response from a nervous system that doesn't feel safe. It's not a moral failing; it's biology. Self-direction is grounded clarity and expansion. Instead of reacting, you choose your next right step based on who you want to be. You lead your life with healthy masculine structure and healthy feminine flow, instead of trying to force outcomes.   The Control-to-Direction Test Will Change Everything. Ask yourself: Am I trying to control a person or outcome? Am I acting from fear or from clarity? Does this behavior feel braced or grounded? Is this action about who I want to be, or about preventing something from happening? These four questions reveal your truth instantly.   Loving this show? Ready to go deeper? If you're tired of controlling everything around you and you're ready to finally feel safe, grounded, clear, and self-directed again, this is exactly what we do inside Rise & Reign, my six-month betrayal recovery mentorship. It's where women learn to lead their lives again—rebuilding identity, regulating their nervous system, reclaiming their truth, and making empowered decisions without fear.

Part 2: Dr. Phil and behavior expert Chase Hughes reveal how psychological programming shapes your beliefs and the practical steps anyone can take to break free.Dr. Phil and behavior expert Chase Hughes dive deeper into how Americans are being neurologically and psychologically programmed and h ow to take back control. Chase explains why unconscious forces shape more of our decisions than we realize and why making the unconscious conscious is the first step toward freedom.Dr. Phil highlights how echo chambers, tribal identity, clickbait headlines, and algorithm-driven outrage keep people reactive instead of reflective. They break down why healthy skepticism, not paranoia, is essential, and why proving yourself wrong is the fastest path to growth.Chase also walks through his viral “Pledge” and explains how refusing to let electronics define your neighbor, normalize political violence, or decide who to hate is the foundation of reclaiming autonomy. From empathy to identity, from holiday family battles to social media toxicity, this episode equips you with tools to fight back against manipulation—and choose unity over division.This episode is brought to you by BIOptimizers | Magnesium Breakthrough: Visit: https://bioptimizers.com/drphil Promo Code: DrPhil for 15% off and 25% off during black Friday. Stronger, longer, better life.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we're joined by Gabe Vasquez, known on trail as "Wing It." Gabe is a U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran, long-distance kayaker and cyclist, and the first known Mexican-American to complete the Triple Crown.  Gabe opens up about his time in the Marines and the challenges that followed- PTSD, becoming addicted to prescription meds to manage the PTSD in addition to anxiety and depression, losing friends to suicide after their service, and night terrors. In his efforts to heal, Gabe turned to adventure. He began by paddling the Mississippi with a friend, then took on a PCT thru-hike, followed by eight consecutive years of long-distance backpacking, paddling, and cycling. Gabe shares how that time in nature helped him reclaim his peace, and why he's happier today than he's ever been. Worth noting- this episode includes graphic descriptions of PTSD and suicide. If these topics are sensitive or triggering for you, please take care while listening. We wrap the show with news of a pair of fatal bear attacks near the Ozark Highlands Trail, a partially blind grandmother who thru-hiked the PCT- averaging nearly 40 miles a day in the process, the definitive etiquette around holding doors for strangers, and the triple crown of the worst phrases and expressions. LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any order at drinklmnt.com/trek. Gossamer Gear: Check out the Type II collection at gossamergear.com.  [divider] Interview with Gabe "Wing It" Vasquez Gabe's Instagram Tommy Corey's Video with Gabe Semper Fi Fundraiser Time stamps & Questions 00:05:20 - Reminders: Apply to blog for the Trek, subscribe to our Youtube channel, and listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon! 00:12:45 - Introducing Gabe 00:16:10 - What was it like to join the Marines? 00:22:45 - What was your specific job like in the Marines? 00:23:30 - Tell us about your deployments 00:29:20 - What was the vibe like in that sort of environment? 00:33:37 - Did you know you were actively pushing things down at the time? 00:35:06 - What was the comedown like when returning from a deployment? 00:36:40 - At what point did you seek professional help? 00:38:30 - How did the PTSD show up for you? 00:42:35 - How did you know you needed to get off the meds? 00:49:30 - How did you transition from experiencing these symptoms to advocating for others? 00:56:04 - How did you decide to kayak the Mississippi River? 00:59:20 - Did you feel a sense of accomplishment after the kayak trip? 01:09:20 - Did you go into the PCT excited to hike it? 01:13:20 - At what point did being in nature start to click for you? 01:14:45 - Knowing what you know now, would you still have joined the Marines? 01:17:22 - At what point did the nightmares subside or improve? 01:20:00 - Have you met other veterans on trail? 01:22:40 - Do you have a lot of people reaching out to you? 01:25:00 - Is the period between adventures extra tough for you? 01:26:30 - Are you trying to do all Seven Summits? 01:27:55 - Was it weird with the PCT being so white? 01:36:15 - Do you have favorite summit music? 01:37:26 - What are some of your favorite trail angel stories? 01:40:00 - What's a typical MRE meal like? 01:41:30 - What drew you to the bike after the PCT? 01:46:30 - What are the pros and cons of long distance cycling over thru-hiking? 01:50:50 - Fuck Marry Kill: cycling, paddling, and hiking 01:54:10 - What did it feel like to complete the Triple Crown? 01:58:00 - Discussion about LNT 01:59:20 - What other hot takes do you have? 02:05:20 - What other gear do you like? 02:10:16 - Tell us about almost getting arrested in Egypt 02:19:05 - Do you worry that drugs could trigger PTSD? 02:26:00 - What's your favorite trail or trail story? 02:28:35 - Do unrealistic war movies bother you? 02:30:55 - Stay Salty Question: What's one piece of advice you'd like to give? 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