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Mental health struggles have become part of everyday life for many of us, and we're increasingly searching for approaches to healing that go beyond medication alone. In this episode, we explore groundbreaking research from Yale University showing how music-making may help reduce paranoia, hallucinations, and social isolation in people experiencing psychosis. Even if you've never encountered psychosis firsthand, this fascinating conversation offers powerful insights into how music shapes the brain, strengthens human connection, and may hold untapped potential for mental health and healing. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode237 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ X: https://twitter.com/musicenhances YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@enhancelifemusic Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096 In-episode promo: Brain.fm (https://brain.fm/enhance for a free 30-day trial)  

This one really blew my mind — and I was asking questions I'm genuinely grappling with myself. Kristen Schwartz is a certified trauma recovery coach, author of The Healed Empath, and founder of Realized Empath — a wellness community supporting highly sensitive people and empaths since 2016. Kristen and I dig into how to tell the difference between a trauma response and your highly sensitive nature, why labelling yourself an empath can sometimes mask unresolved trauma, what to actually do with emotions you absorb from other people, and why the next step in the empath journey is taking full responsibility for your own inner state. Connect with Kristen:www.realizedempath.comwww.instagram.com/realizedempathWORK WITH ME 1:1:❥Softening into self- 3 month 1:1 with Whats App Support:https://marina-yt.mykajabi.com/offers/PAWQhZHu❥❥1:1 Coaching with me: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWcZM5s9c2OjOLwoGMI5jE6rh_JAzjN2d_vCtuVe7e3pVGxw/viewformDOWNLOAD FOR FREE:Stay or Go: 5 Clarity Questions to Reconnect with Your Inner Knowing: https://marinayt.com/stay-or-go-guideAttatchment Practice: Discover the actual blocks beneath the surface so you can actually have the deep intimacy you crave: https://marinayt.com/attachment-practice Connect & Ground: 10 Incredible Somatic Practices for Nervous System Regulation: https://marinayt.com/connect-and-groundAlive & Aligned: 7 Embodiment Practices For Self Connection: https://marinayt.com/alive-and-alignedTrigger to Rooted: A step by step process of working with your triggers: https://marinayt.com/trigger-2-rooted VIEW MY COURSES & RESOURCES:https://marinayt.com/resources CONNECT WITH  ME:Follow me on Instagram:⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/marina.y.t⁠⁠ Subscribe to YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@marinatriner Top Episode Quotes:"Labelling yourself highly sensitive can mask being a trauma survivor. The coping mechanisms you developed to feel safe — those aren't your sensitivity. Those are survival." — Kristen Schwartz"Once your mind gets involved in an emotion — once you're questioning it, dissecting it, asking whose it is — it's already yours. You've made it your responsibility." — Kristen Schwartz"Someone's opinion of me felt like an emergency in my nervous system. Because how they saw me would determine how they treated me. Therefore they were unsafe." — Kristen Schwartz"We've created a culture that looks outward for inner peace — blame, control, trigger warnings. And it's made people less able to sit with their own stuff." — Kristen Schwartz"You can still be deeply sensitive without losing yourself. The goal is to feel everything — and still stay at peace." — Kristen Schwartzhighly sensitive person, empath healing, trauma and sensitivity, nervous system healing, somatic healing, empath vs highly sensitive, trauma response, emotional regulation, absorbing others emotions, inner peace, people pleasing, hypervigilance, fawn response, trauma recovery, embodiment, realized empath, deep within podcast, Kristen Schwartz, Marina Triner, emotional responsibility 

Dr. Brick Lantz of the Christian Medical and Dental Association addresses the recent decision by the Cleveland Clinic ending youth transgender procudures, as well Health and Human Services' move to protect the lives of frozen human embryos.  He also talks about a new sunscreen just approved by the FDA.  Vibrant Faith's Rick Lawrence continues talking about Jesus's kindness with us, even when we are dissappointed with Him and what He allows in our lives.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Along with talking about the NY Knicks winning the NBA Championship, The Briefing's Nick Pitts reflects a recent NBC poll about what about how American's feel the American dream is slipping away. But do they really see the lifestyle creep they are living in?  Plus, Etsy witches?  Luke Moon of 2Hammers and Generation Zion comments on the memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran. So little is known about it.  What does it mean?  How does it affect Israel?  He also talks about the Generation Zion-Israel on Campus Coalition Summit for college students later this summer.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

When we talk about mythic fiction, it's easy to assume mythic stories are created through familiar ingredients: archetypes, symbolism, old myths, epic structure. But I don't think that's where mythic storytelling begins. In this post/podcast, I explore seven practices and mindsets that help writers reconnect with what the lost art of mythmaking--not just  borrowing of old symbolic forms, but accessing the deeper creative process from which meaningful stories emerge in the first place. We talk about: • Why mythic stories often feel like they come *through* us rather than *from* us • How dreamzoning and flow states support deeper storytelling • Why "shoulds" can block archetypal imagination • How asking questions opens access to mythic resonance • The deeper shape beneath story structure • Why confronting the shadows matters for writers • How mythic storytelling functions as transformation and initiation Mythic fiction isn't just a genre or an aesthetic. At its deepest level, it is a way of relating to story itself. If you've ever wanted to write stories that feel more alive, more resonant, or more meaningful, but weren't sure how to move beyond technique alone, this conversation offers a practical place to begin. 01:50 What Is Mythic Fiction? 02:34 What Mythic Fiction Is Not 04:07 What Mythic Fiction Is 05:12 The Lost Art of Mythmaking 06:31 Practice #1: Entering the Flow State 08:49 Practice #2: Clear the "Shoulds" That Block Archetypal Imagination 09:58 Practice #3: Ask Questions Instead of Arriving With Answers 11:32 Practice #4: Study the Deeper Shape Beneath Story Structure 12:56 Practice #5: Study the Stories That Create Mythic Resonance 15:07 Practice #6: Be Fearless Enough to Enter the Shadows 17:11 Practice #7: Approach Archetypal Storytelling With Humility and Responsibility 18:16 Learning How to Imagine Better 19:22 Writing Masterclass: Alchemizing Plot, Character, and Theme Read the transcript: https://helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/how-to-write-mythic-fiction-practices LINKS & RESOURCES Want More? WRITING MASTERCLASS: Alchemizing Plot, Character, & Theme Sign Up Here: https://kmweilandstore.com/b/plot-character-theme-class In this masterclass, I explore how plot, character, and theme act as one cohesive symbolic structure capable of creating stories with emotional resonance, narrative momentum, and deeper thematic meaning. We'll talk about: • Aligning inner and outer arcs  • Creating stories that feel alive from the inside out  • Integrating plot, character, and theme organically  • Writing stories with greater depth and cohesion 

NA'ALEH YOGA: Nidra Journeys for Deep Rest+ Close Your Eyes and Stay Awake...   This all-night Yoga Nidra practice is designed to guide you into deep, nourishing rest. The first hour ushers you into deep relaxation through a soothing guided yoga nidra meditation, followed by soothing sleep music for 6 hours of optimal rest to extend you practice. Whether you fall asleep or not, this practice is created to slow down your brainwaves and progressively guide you into complete physical and mental relaxation, so you can get up in the morning restored and refreshed.  May your night be truly wholesome and may your deep rest supply you with the restoration and energy for healthy, balanced day tomorrow.    Episode Summary: Here's what you can expect: Preparation: Begin by settling into a comfortable position. Make sure you're fully supported completely at ease resting on your back or in the posture of your choice. Intention Setting: You will be guided to recall your intention (Sankalpa/kavanah). Your intention is a simple statement that resonates with your heart and soul, reflecting your resolve and deepest truth. Body Scan: Experience a relaxing body scan focusing on each part of your body to shift further into a state of deep healing rest.  Breath Awareness: Connect to your energetic and emotion body through conscious contact with the layer of your breath.  Visualization:  Rest in deep awareness as you are guided to engage with the deeper layers of your subconscious mind through vivid imagery.  Return to Your Intention: Reconnect with the intention you set earlier. Let it sink deeply into your being and encode throughout your body. Externalization: Gently transition back to your ordinary waking state. Reconnect with your surroundings to integrate the practice into your daily life. Background Music:   Wisdom of Sound, Our Peaceful Ocean by Narek Mirazaei   Subscribe to Na'aleh Yoga for more meditative Yoga Nidra journeys and transformative experiences. If you like this podcast, please share it with your friends or leave a comment on YouTube or the platform of your choice.   Feel free to reach out to me through the links below. I'd love to connect with you so don't be shy!  Website: www.mentalfitnesstherapy.org YouTube Channel: @naalehyoga Instagram: @Ruthie Ayzenberg Email: naalehyoga@gmail.com  Join WhatsApp group: This is a silent group for updates on new yoga nidra practices and events.  https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dctsv246R8735S4oa6GWvW    May you be peaceful and safe!  #yoga nidra #guidedmeditation #emotional healing #Jewish mindfulness #deep rest #journeypreparation #calm #guided relaxation #stress relief #sleep meditation #medicinejourney #psychedelicpreparation DISCLAIMER: This practice is NOT a medical treatment and NOT a replacement for medical treatment. Although this is a very safe, non-invasive meditative practice, this podcast does not take responsibility for any undesired experiences. This is a holistic psychospiritual practice that can be a beneficial adjunct to other treatment methods.   

Take a few moments to pause, recharge, and return to the present. This gentle meditation invites you to reconnect with your breath, release tension, and create space for clarity and calm. Perfect for a midday break, it helps you reset your mind and body so you can move through the rest of your day with greater focus, balance, and ease.  Join me for Live Meditations, Courses, and more on the free Insight Timer app.Join the Waitlist for the Online 12 Week Meditation Teacher Training.Fill out the interest form here so we can hop on a phone call and have a heart to heart to see if this training is for you!

In light of the movie "Disclosure Day," film producer and writer Derrick Warfel, author of the upcoming book "UFOs and God," talks about the biased assumption that alien creatures are kind and not a threat.  But Derrick looks at Scripture and accounts from abductees who claim how they suffered at the hands of "aliens."  Help4Families' founder Denise Shick, author of "Grace and Truth," offers helpful ideas for helping to lovingly and truthly engaging youth around the confusing world of gender ideology, pointing to God's good design for human sexuality.  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Carmen talks about the agreement (really a memorandum of understanding) between the US and Iran that was agreed to over the weekend.  What's in it?  How will that affect fuel costs?  How will it affect Israel's conflict with Hezbollah in neighboring Lebanon?  Political scientist Daniel Bennett, author of "Uneasy Citizenship," talks about a recent, very technical, decision in an Alabama capital punishment case.  He also addresses the battle over funding for FISA.  Also, how has the smartphone affected the birth rate?  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

Episode 399 reviews Phase 2 of Season 15 and introduces the Motivation Loop — the sequence of meaning, belief, attention, action, reward, and recovery that drives sustained effort. The episode explains common loop breakers (loss of meaning, negative thoughts, distracted attention, too much challenge, poor recovery, and no visible progress) and how to diagnose which link is failing. Practical takeaway: identify your gap, reconnect purpose, protect attention, celebrate small wins, and balance challenge with recovery to keep motivation alive. In This Episode 399, We Will Cover: ✅ The Motivation Loop — what it is, why it matters, and how it influences behavior, focus, effort, and achievement. ✅ What Keeps the Loop Alive — the role of meaning, belief, attention, action, reward, recovery, and growth. ✅ What Breaks the Loop — how loss of meaning, negative thoughts, distraction, lack of progress, poor recovery, and burnout weaken motivation. ✅ The Neuroscience of Motivation — why the brain repeats what it rewards and how dopamine reinforces behavior. ✅ The Difference Between Challenge and Burnout — finding the sweet spot where effort creates growth instead of exhaustion. ✅ My Personal Motivation Loop Story — how I watched my own loop begin to break in real time while pushing too hard with hiking and what I learned from it. ✅ How to Repair a Broken Loop — practical strategies to restore motivation before burnout takes hold. ✅ The Anterior Mid-Cingulate Cortex (AMCC) — the brain region associated with persistence, self-regulation, resilience, and doing hard things. ✅ Why Doing Hard Things Grows the Brain — how meaningful challenges strengthen the neural circuits responsible for sustained effort. ✅ Finding Your Gap — using our Brain's Operating System framework to identify where your system may be out of alignment. ✅ The Biggest Lessons from Phase 2: Neurochemistry & Motivation — insights from Bob Proctor, Dr. Caroline Leaf, Dr. John Medina, Dr. Anna Lembke, Dr. Chuck Hillman, and Friederike Fabritius. ✅ What's Next — a preview of Episodes 400 and 401 on Leadership and Trust, and our transition into Phase 3: Movement, Learning & Cognition. Key Question of the Episode "When motivation begins to disappear, have we lost our drive—or is there simply a broken link in the loop?" Aha Moment The goal isn't to push harder. The goal is to identify the broken link, repair it, and keep the loop alive. EP 399: The Motivation Loop: What Keeps It Going—and What Breaks It? Welcome back to the Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast. This week, we're wrapping up Phase 2: Neurochemistry and Motivation. Over the past several months, we've explored some of the most important drivers of human behavior, attention, effort, learning, and performance. Through the work of Bob Proctor, Dr. Caroline Leaf, John Medina, Dr. Anna Lembke, Chuck Hillman, and Friederike Fabritius, we've been focused on one fundamental question: What drives sustained effort and forward movement? Today, I want to zoom out and connect everything we've learned into one simple framework: The Motivation Loop. More importantly, we'll look at: What keeps the loop going What causes it to break How we can strengthen it over time And why doing hard things may actually help grow parts of our brain responsible for persistence and self-regulation. The Brain's Operating System of Human Performance Before we dive into the Motivation Loop, let's remember what we've covered so far. One of the biggest insights from neuroscience is that high performance doesn't happen in one part of the brain. It happens through a sequence. Just like a computer has an operating system, our brains have an operating system for learning, achievement, and human performance. Over the past several months, we've been building that system one phase at a time. Phase 1: Regulation & Safety REGULATE The first question we asked was: "Is the nervous system safe enough to learn?" Before motivation... Before focus... Before performance... The brain must first feel regulated. Through guests like Bruce Perry, Kristen Holmes, Antonio Zadra, and Sui Wong, we learned that: Sleep matters Recovery matters Rhythm matters Our Stress levels matter A dysregulated brain struggles to learn. No regulation. No learning. Phase 2: Neurochemistry & Motivation ENGAGE Once the brain is regulated, we move to the next question: "What drives behavior, focus, and sustained effort?" This is the phase we've just completed. We explored: Dopamine Belief Thought patterns Attention Reward Burnout Energy And perhaps the biggest lesson from this phase was: The brain repeats what it rewards. This became the foundation of what I've called: The Motivation Loop: What Keeps the Loop Going? Looking at this graphic, notice the green side first. The healthy loop begins with: Meaning and Purpose When we know why something matters, effort becomes easier to sustain. This was Bob Proctor's message and the message that launched author Simon Sinek's entire career (Knowing Your Why). People can tolerate enormous challenges when the goal is meaningful. Example: Learning a New Skill Imagine someone deciding to learn a new language. At first: Progress is slow. Mistakes are frequent. The work feels uncomfortable. But they have a purpose. Maybe they want to connect on a deeper level with family. Maybe they want to travel. Maybe they want a new career opportunity. Purpose keeps them engaged long enough to continue with the hard work.   Belief Shapes Thought If I believe I can improve, my thoughts become more constructive. This was Dr. Caroline Leaf's work. Our thoughts influence our neurochemistry. Positive thoughts don't guarantee success. But they keep us moving toward it. Attention Drives Growth This was John Medina's contribution. Attention determines what the brain decides matters. The brain learns what we repeatedly focus on. What we attend to, we strengthen. Action Creates Progress Once attention is focused, behavior follows. We study. We practice. We train. We learn. Reward Reinforces Behavior This was Dr. Anna Lembke's work. The reward doesn't have to be huge. Sometimes it's simply noticing progress. The brain says: "That effort produced a result." And the loop continues. Example: Exercise A person begins walking 20 minutes every day. Week 1: No major changes. Week 2: Energy improves. Week 3: Sleep improves. Week 4: Resting heart rate begins dropping. The brain notices progress. The effort feels worthwhile. The loop strengthens. The behavior repeats. We have spent a lot of time on understanding how to keep the loop from breaking. How the Loop Breaks Now let's look at the red side. How the loop breaks. The loop rarely breaks all at once. Usually one link weakens first. Then the others follow. Loop Breaker #1: Loss of Meaning What Happened? A student studies only to pass a test. The test ends. The reason disappears. Motivation disappears. The loop breaks because there is no longer a compelling "why." What Could Have Prevented It? Reconnect to purpose. Instead of: "I have to study for this test." Shift to: "I'm building skills for the future version of myself." Bob Proctor taught us that goals are not just about achievement. They're about growth. Loop Repair Ask: "Why does this matter beyond today?" When meaning returns, motivation returns.   Loop Breaker #2: Negative Thought Patterns What Happened? Someone starts a health journey. After a difficult week they think: "I'm failing." "Nothing is changing." "I'll never get there." Their attention shifts toward evidence of failure. The loop weakens. What Could Have Prevented It? Focus on progress instead of perfection. Dr. Caroline Leaf would remind us that thoughts influence neurochemistry. A better question might be: "What is improving that I haven't noticed yet?" Loop Repair Look for small wins. Better sleep More energy More consistency Better habits Progress fuels dopamine. Dopamine fuels effort.   Loop Breaker #3: Distracted Attention What Happened? You sit down to work. A text arrives. Then email. Then social media. Then another interruption at your office door. Attention becomes fragmented. Learning slows. Progress slows. Reward disappears. What Could Have Prevented It? Protect your attention. John Medina taught us: Attention determines what the brain decides matters. Loop Repair Create: 30-minute focus blocks Phone-free work periods (with notifications turned off) One-task-at-a-time sessions The brain rewards completion. Not multitasking.   Loop Breaker #4: Too Much Challenge What Happened? This one surprises many people. Doing hard things strengthens the brain. But doing impossible things breaks the loop. A person starts: A new diet A new exercise plan A new business A new habit And tries to change everything at once. The challenge becomes overwhelming. What Could Have Prevented It? Start smaller. The AMCC grows when challenges are difficult but achievable. Loop Repair Ask: "What's the smallest difficult thing I can consistently repeat?" Not: "What's the hardest thing I can do today?"   Loop Breaker #5: Poor Recovery/Low Energy   What Happened? This is actually my hiking example that I've mentioned previously. Everything was working. My recovery improved. My WHOOP age improved 6.4 years younger than my actual age. My fitness improved- v02 max increased. Then I increased the challenge. Longer hikes. More strain. More effort. But not enough recovery time in between. I could actually see the reward disappearing in real time. The effort at the end of these longer hikes felt exhausting instead of energizing. I know that doing difficult things makes my brain stronger, but I was close to giving up on something I really enjoyed. What Could Have Prevented It? Recovery needed to increase alongside challenge. The mistake wasn't hiking, or making the hike more challenging. The mistake was believing: More is always better. Loop Repair Alternate: Hard days Easy days Increase recovery as strain increases. As Friederike Fabritius taught us: Performance isn't built through effort alone. It's built through effort and recovery. Once I put more attention on recovery before pushing again, the broken motivation loop repaired, and the end of those difficult hikes became energizing again (with the right amount of rest).   Loop Breaker #6: No Visible Progress What Happened? A salesperson makes: 50 calls 100 calls 150 calls No results. The brain begins asking: "Why bother?" The reward disappears. What Could Have Prevented It? Measure leading indicators instead of outcomes. Instead of focusing only on sales: Track: Calls completed Meetings booked Relationships built Skills improved Loop Repair Celebrate effort metrics. Not just outcome metrics. The brain needs evidence that effort matters. Also, if the strategy you are using is not yielding results, try a different one. Ask others who are having success, what they are doing, and how they are getting results. Once you can identify where your loop is breaking, fixing it requires doing something that you were not doing before.   The Big Lesson Every loop break in this phase points back to one question: What link failed? Was it: Meaning? Thoughts? Attention? Progress? Recovery? Challenge? Because the loop rarely breaks all at once. Usually one link weakens first. And the good news is: If you can identify the broken link, you can repair the loop. What About Doing Hard Things? One of the most fascinating concepts we explored this phase was the work surrounding the: Anterior Mid-Cingulate Cortex (AMCC) This area of the brain appears to play an important role in: Persistence Self-regulation Attention control Doing things we don't feel like doing Research suggests this area strengthens when we repeatedly choose meaningful challenges. Not impossible challenges. Not burnout. Not exhaustion. Meaningful challenges. Example Choosing: The workout you don't feel like doing. The difficult conversation you've been avoiding. The presentation that makes you nervous. The study session when you'd rather scroll your phone. Every time we choose effort over comfort, we may be strengthening the neural systems responsible for persistence and researchers also would say, the will to live. The Secret to Keeping the Loop Going After everything we've learned this phase, the answer is surprisingly simple: The loop stays alive when effort feels worthwhile. That means: ✅ Meaning ✅ Purpose ✅ Focus ✅ Progress ✅ Recovery ✅ Challenge But not too much challenge. Because challenge without recovery becomes burnout. And recovery without challenge becomes stagnation. The sweet spot lies in the middle. Instead of blaming ourselves, we can start diagnosing the system to build a stronger, more resilient version of ourselves. How to Use the "Find Your Gap" Framework Whenever you feel: Stuck Unmotivated Burned out Distracted Overwhelmed Plateaued Ask yourself: Which phase is broken? Because the problem is rarely "everything." Usually it's one phase creating a bottleneck for the others.   Phase 1 Gap: Regulation & Safety Ask: Am I sleeping well? Am I recovered? Is stress overwhelming me? Is my nervous system regulated? Signs This Is Your Gap Anxiety Exhaustion Brain fog Poor sleep Irritability Example A teacher can't focus. They assume they need more motivation. But they're sleeping 5 hours a night. The real gap isn't motivation. It's regulation. Solution Fix: Sleep Recovery Stress management First.   Phase 2 Gap: Neurochemistry & Motivation Ask: Do I still know why this matters? Am I seeing progress? Has the reward disappeared? Have I lost momentum? Signs This Is Your Gap Procrastination Lack of drive Loss of enthusiasm Feeling stuck Example This was your hiking example. You still had the ability. You still had the discipline. You simply stopped feeling rewarded by the effort. Solution Repair the Motivation Loop: Reconnect to purpose Reduce challenge temporarily Improve recovery Look for progress   Phase 3 Gap: Movement, Learning & Cognition Ask: Am I moving enough? Am I physically engaged? Am I learning new things? Is my brain being challenged? Signs This Is Your Gap Low energy Mental sluggishness Poor concentration Feeling mentally flat Example Someone spends 10 hours at a desk. Their motivation is fine. Their sleep is fine. But they're sedentary. Movement is the missing ingredient. Solution Move first. The research from Chuck Hillman and John Ratey suggests movement often improves: Attention Mood Learning Memory   Phase 4 Gap: Perception, Emotion & Social Intelligence Ask: Am I seeing this situation clearly? Am I understanding others? Do I feel connected? Signs This Is Your Gap Conflict Miscommunication Isolation Emotional reactivity Example A leader thinks: "Nobody supports my vision." But the real issue is communication. The gap isn't motivation. It's perception. Solution Improve: Listening Emotional awareness Perspective-taking Relationships   Phase 5 Gap: Integration, Insight & Meaning Ask: Does this align with who I want to become? Am I moving toward something meaningful? Do I have clarity? Signs This Is Your Gap Success without fulfillment Feeling lost Lack of direction Constantly chasing goals Example Someone has achieved everything they wanted professionally. But they still feel empty. The gap isn't performance. It's meaning. Solution Reconnect with: Values Purpose Identity Contribution to the World. The Most Powerful Question At the end of every week, ask: "Where is my gap?" Is it:

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Rekindling Bonds Amid Keukenhof's Tulip Blooms Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-06-14-07-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Het zonlicht viel zacht op de bloeiende tulpen in de Keukenhof.En: The sunlight gently fell on the blooming tulips in Keukenhof.Nl: Jasper keek om zich heen, terwijl hij wachtte op zijn zus.En: Jasper looked around as he waited for his sister.Nl: Hij was nerveus.En: He was nervous.Nl: Het was lang geleden dat hij Merel voor het laatst had gezien.En: It had been a long time since he had last seen Merel.Nl: Zijn kunst had hem vaak in zijn eigen wereld gehouden, ver weg van familie en vrienden.En: His art had often kept him in his own world, far away from family and friends.Nl: Maar vandaag was anders.En: But today was different.Nl: Hij hoopte dat de schoonheid om hen heen hen dichterbij zou brengen.En: He hoped the beauty around them would bring them closer together.Nl: Ondertussen naderde Merel, vol enthousiasme zoals altijd.En: Meanwhile, Merel approached, full of enthusiasm as always.Nl: Ze was blij Jasper te zien, maar merkte ook zijn terughoudendheid op.En: She was happy to see Jasper, but also noticed his reticence.Nl: "De bloemen zijn prachtig, hè?"En: "The flowers are beautiful, aren't they?"Nl: begon ze, haar ogen glinsterend van vreugde.En: she began, her eyes sparkling with joy.Nl: Haar liefde voor de natuur was altijd aanstekelijk geweest.En: Her love for nature had always been contagious.Nl: Jasper knikte en probeerde te glimlachen, maar hij voelde de spanning.En: Jasper nodded and tried to smile, but he felt the tension.Nl: "Ja, heel mooi," antwoordde hij zacht.En: "Yes, very beautiful," he replied softly.Nl: Terwijl ze langs de kleurige tulpenvelden liepen, vertelde Merel verhalen over haar reizen en avonturen.En: As they walked along the colorful tulip fields, Merel told stories about her travels and adventures.Nl: Ze probeerde de stilte te vullen met haar levendigheid.En: She tried to fill the silence with her liveliness.Nl: Maar de stilte tussen hen was niet zo makkelijk te breken.En: But the silence between them wasn't so easy to break.Nl: Jasper voelde zich schuldig over de verloren tijd en vond het moeilijk om zijn gevoelens te uiten.En: Jasper felt guilty about the lost time and found it difficult to express his feelings.Nl: Hij wist dat Merel dat voelde.En: He knew Merel felt that.Nl: Ze stopten bij een klein houten bankje, verscholen tussen hoge bloemen.En: They stopped at a small wooden bench, hidden among tall flowers.Nl: Het was daar rustig, alleen het geritsel van bladeren en het zachte gelach van andere bezoekers waren te horen.En: It was quiet there, only the rustling of leaves and the soft laughter of other visitors could be heard.Nl: Merel keek naar haar broer en vroeg, "Hoe gaat het echt met je, Jasper?"En: Merel looked at her brother and asked, "How are you really doing, Jasper?"Nl: Daar, omgeven door de kleuren van de lente, besloot Jasper eerlijk te zijn.En: There, surrounded by the colors of spring, Jasper decided to be honest.Nl: "Ik miste je," gaf hij toe, zijn stem breekbaar.En: "I missed you," he admitted, his voice fragile.Nl: "Ik wist niet hoe ik terug moest komen na al die tijd.En: "I didn't know how to come back after all that time.Nl: Ik was bang dat het te laat was."En: I was afraid it was too late."Nl: Merel glimlachte warm.En: Merel smiled warmly.Nl: "Het is nooit te laat, Jasper.En: "It's never too late, Jasper.Nl: We zijn hier nu samen, en dat is wat telt."En: We are here now together, and that's what matters."Nl: De woorden van Merel raakten Jasper.En: Merel's words touched Jasper.Nl: Hij voelde het ijs tussen hen smelten.En: He felt the ice between them melting.Nl: Ze praatten nog uren verder.En: They talked for hours more.Nl: Ze deelden herinneringen en lachten om de kleine dingen die ze samen hadden meegemaakt.En: They shared memories and laughed about the little things they had experienced together.Nl: Toen ze de tuinen verlieten, voelde Jasper zich opgelucht.En: When they left the gardens, Jasper felt relieved.Nl: De bloemen hadden hun magie gedaan.En: The flowers had worked their magic.Nl: Hij had zijn zus altijd bewonderd om haar openhartigheid en optimisme.En: He had always admired his sister for her openness and optimism.Nl: Vandaag had hij geleerd dat het nooit te laat was om opnieuw te verbinden.En: Today, he learned that it was never too late to reconnect.Nl: Terwijl ze het pad naar de uitgang volgden, was de lucht gevuld met het zoete parfum van bloemen en de vreugde van een hernieuwde band.En: As they followed the path to the exit, the air was filled with the sweet perfume of flowers and the joy of a renewed bond.Nl: Jasper was veranderd, een beetje meer open, klaar om te omarmen wat de toekomst voor hen in petto had.En: Jasper had changed, a little more open, ready to embrace what the future had in store for them.Nl: Merel en hij waren weer een team, en dat voelde heel goed.En: Merel and he were a team again, and that felt very good. 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Plugged In's Adam Holz talks about how Google is losing followers to search engine DuckDuckGo because Google has going so fulling into AI.  He also talks about the spiritual messaging in the movie "Backrooms."  Then, Adam addresses the new Spielberg's new movie "Disclosure Day."  Should definitive evidence of intellegence extraterrestial life truly shatter your faith in God?  NBA Championship!  Stanley Cup!  World Cup!  Carmen reflects on all the big sporting events going on now, and the games we play with God.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

Thann Bennett of The Equipped Newsletter and radio show shares about his Uncle Tom and his amazing ability to hide, and how many times the most important things in our lives are in plain sight.  He also talks about his dreams as a kid to be Chicago Cub and then their broadcast announcer.  What are the fantasies we often chase in stead of working on what God has before you?  Chris Martin reflects on his reading of "The Uncontrollability of the World" by Hartmut Rosa.  Chris reflects on our futile desire for control, and how we want to be our own god, instead of resting that God is God and we are made in His image.  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Join us on Menopause Made Easy for an enlightening episode featuring Desi Divine, a Chopra-certified Total Well-Being Coach, Primordial Sound Meditation Instructor, and founder of DD Healing, LLC. With a deep commitment to guiding women through powerful practices that restore balance, Desi brings her expertise in meditation and emotional healing to help you reclaim your inner calm and vibrational energy. Through her unique approach to mind-body-spirit alignment, Desi demystifies the "monkey mind" and provides actionable tools to down-regulate your nervous system, allowing your body to return to its natural, self-sustaining healing state. Beyond the Monkey Mind: Discover why your mind feels chaotic and how to quiet the internal noise using consistent, accessible meditation practices that take as little as five minutes a day. The Power of Personal Mantras: Explore the transformative impact of the Primordial Sound Meditation method, where you receive a unique, personal mantra based on your birth details to anchor yourself in restful awareness. Healing Through Connection: Learn how specific meditation techniques and emotional healing modalities help release mental stress, shift from cortisol-driven exhaustion to peace, and help your body heal itself. Reconnect to Joy: Move past the demands of a busy lifestyle by integrating foundational habits—like journaling and intentional breathwork—to balance your energy and restore your connection to joy. Free Gifts & Resources: Reconnect to Joy Workbook & Meditation: Download your free guide and guided meditation to start your healing journey at www.desi-divine.com. About Desi Divine: Desi Divine is a Chopra-certified Total Well-Being Coach, Primordial Sound Meditation Instructor, and founder of DD Healing, LLC. She guides women through powerful practices that restore balance, deepen self-connection, and raise vibrational energy. Through her work, Desi blends ancient wisdom with practical tools to help women—especially those navigating life transitions—discover inner calm, renewed vitality, and joyful living. Connect with Desi Divine: Website: www.desi-divine.com Facebook: Facebook Book Collaboration: Look for Awakening Hearts, a collection of journeys from 32 co-authors sharing stories of healing, love, and infinite possibility. In this episode, Desi Divine challenges the need for long, complicated routines, inviting you to discover how a few moments of intentional silence can shift your entire day. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed by the demands of business, work, and family, or simply looking to find your center, learn how to lower your stress hormones and step into a state of radiant, balanced living.

One of the most confusing parts of the healing journey is not knowing whether what you're feeling is a trauma response or the discomfort of actually growing. I've been teaching about this in my group program and I wanted to bring it here too — because getting this wrong is one of the biggest ways we stay stuck. I walk through what a trauma response actually feels like in the body, what a dis-confirming experience is and why it's so important, the five F's of nervous system response, and the three options I always give my clients when it comes to relational triggers. This one is practical, grounded, and something I wish someone had taught me a long time ago. Join Safe to Connect:https://marinayt.com/safe-to-connectWORK WITH ME 1:1:❥Softening into self- 3 month 1:1 with Whats App Support:https://marina-yt.mykajabi.com/offers/PAWQhZHu❥❥1:1 Coaching with me: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWcZM5s9c2OjOLwoGMI5jE6rh_JAzjN2d_vCtuVe7e3pVGxw/viewformDOWNLOAD FOR FREE:Stay or Go: 5 Clarity Questions to Reconnect with Your Inner Knowing: https://marinayt.com/stay-or-go-guideAttatchment Practice: Discover the actual blocks beneath the surface so you can actually have the deep intimacy you crave: https://marinayt.com/attachment-practice Connect & Ground: 10 Incredible Somatic Practices for Nervous System Regulation: https://marinayt.com/connect-and-groundAlive & Aligned: 7 Embodiment Practices For Self Connection: https://marinayt.com/alive-and-alignedTrigger to Rooted: A step by step process of working with your triggers: https://marinayt.com/trigger-2-rooted VIEW MY COURSES & RESOURCES:https://marinayt.com/resources CONNECT WITH  ME:Follow me on Instagram:⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/marina.y.t⁠⁠ Subscribe to YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@marinatriner Top Episode Quotes:"Our minds and bodies confuse threat with safety really easily. We can read safe situations as threatening — and threatening situations as safe.""When you receive something that was absent in your childhood — love, support, connection — it can register as unsafe. But what's actually happening is the emotions from that time are finally coming to the surface.""Dis-confirming experiences are uncomfortable because they are filled with the emotions from childhood we haven't yet felt. That's not danger. That's healing.""Fix is trying to be somebody's therapist when they don't need one. It is a trauma response — and it lives in the nervous system, in the body.""If somebody does not take in your feedback given from a regulated state, that's important information. That's when boundaries aren't optional — they're necessary."trauma response, nervous system healing, somatic healing, discomfort vs trauma, healing journey, triggers and trauma, five trauma responses, fawn response, freeze response, fight flight freeze, relational triggers, inner child healing, embodiment, self trust, safe attachment, deep within podcast, Marina Triner, somatic coaching, complex trauma, emotional regulation 

▶︎ Watch this free mini masterclass to help you reset your nervous system and return to clarity, calm, and presence: https://drmelissasonners.com/urgencymasterclass/ ▶︎ Grab my new book The Connection Code and join me for a free live webinar to uncover what's really driving your stress, reactions, and patterns: https://theconnectioncodebook.com Do you ever feel like you're doing all the right things…checking the boxes, pushing through, staying productive...and still feeling off? Still feeling like you can never fully exhale?You're not alone. And you're not broken.In this episode, Michael Holland, creator of a global movement of body-based practices that started on the beaches of Miami and are now spreading around the world, shares how simple movement and breath can release the stored stress your body has been holding onto, regulate your nervous system, and help you reconnect to yourself from the inside out.This isn't about adding another thing to your to-do list. It's about coming home to yourself.We cover:▶︎ Why high performers are often the most disconnected from their bodies ▶︎ How stored stress works, and why pushing through never fully clears it ▶︎ The simple movement and breath practice that takes 10-15 minutes a day ▶︎ How to shift from ego-driven striving to self-love as your motivation ▶︎ Why becoming your own best healer starts with listening to your bodyIf you've been overwhelmed, running on empty, or craving a simpler and more honest way back to yourself, this conversation is for you.RESOURCESTransform your life by mastering your mind body & energy with Michael Holland: https://www.mindbodyenergymovement.com Follow Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikerholland ****************Want a free and meaningful way to support the show? Give us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating on Spotify or Apple Podcasts (you can even leave a review on Apple too!). And if you're tuning in on YouTube, don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe. Your support helps more mamas discover this space and we're so grateful you're here.Follow Melissa:▶︎ YouTube▶︎ Facebook▶︎ Instagram▶︎ TikTok

Political scientist and Johnny Cash fan Mark Caleb Smith talks about the powerful spiritual imagery in some of the Man in Black's music.  He also addresses changes in how the military is organizing the chaplaincy and what religions are supported through it.  The Dad Whisper, Michelle Watson Canfield, offers help for dads in understanding and and communicating better with their daughters.  She's author of many books, including "Dad, Here's What I Really Need from You" and "Let's Talk."  She also addresses healing from father wounds.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Bible teacher Carol McLeod shares her weekly prayer strategy:  how she prayer for what and who God call us to prayer for and praying God's word.  Then, Carmen answers some of her listener's questions, including helping to know the difference between a translation fo the Bible and a paraphrase.  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Carmen LaBerge talks about the concerns of AI-empowered warfare.  Will we allow artificial intelligence made decisions about targeting and strikes?  Congress is now considering the Human Authority in Lethal Operations (HALO) Bill.  How do we make sure humans and ethical frameworks are in place?  Carmen also talks about a new trend called silent book clubs.  Ruth Kramer of Mission Network News highlights efforts by Christian organizations to bring relief after this past Monday's earthquake in the Philippines, as well updates on what the Church is enduring in India and Iran.  She also highlights effort to reach fans and players during this year's World Cup competitions.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Cynthia Scott, author of "Celebrating God, Our Founder," helps us reflect on the people of faith and the Biblically-infused understanding of liberty that were essential to the founding of the United States.  Licensed counselor Debra Fileta, author of "People Skills," reminds us of all God's says over us: His affirmations of us. From there, we can graciously engage others around us.  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

As we traverse time…… I ask: What is the Purpose of the Inner Desert so many are experiencing right now?

What happens when we give ourselves permission to slow down? And how might moments of rest, reflection, and play help fuel our creativity for the year ahead? In this special summer episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett reflect on the end of another school year and share their plans for disconnecting, recharging, and reconnecting with the activities that bring them joy and inspiration. Listen in as they discuss the importance of creating space for mind wandering, creative hobbies, and meaningful experiences beyond work. They also offer a preview of the upcoming summer Listen and Learn series, inspired by their new book, The Future Creative: 10 Actions for Fueling Creativity in Education. In this thoughtful conversation, they explore: – Why creativity often needs periods of rest and recovery – How slowing down can help us think more clearly and creatively – The value of disconnecting from technology and productivity pressures – Why mind wandering can be a powerful creative practice – How hobbies and personal interests can help restore energy and focus – The importance of reconnecting with activities you loved as a child – Why creativity should be nurtured both inside and outside of work – How small daily habits can support wellbeing and creative thinking – The challenge of balancing professional goals with personal renewal – Ways educators can create space for reflection during school breaks – How AI might help reduce routine tasks while preserving meaningful creative work – What listeners can expect from the upcoming Listen and Learn summer series Dr. Matthew shares how golf has become a creative outlet that helps him disconnect from work and focus on learning, growth, and being present in the moment. Dr. Cyndi reflects on returning to dance after many years away and the joy of reconnecting with a lifelong passion that has always been part of her creative identity.   If you are an educator preparing for the months ahead, this episode offers encouragement to slow down, make space for yourself, and embrace the experiences that help creativity flourish. Be sure to subscribe to your favorite platform and sign up for our Extra Fuel newsletter for more resources and inspiration. Visit FuelingCreativityPodcast.com for more information or email us at questions@fuelingcreativitypodcast.com.

I was so excited for this one, and Nicole did not disappoint. Dr. Nicole LePera, the Holistic Psychologist, trained at Cornell University and the New School for Social Research, is the founder of SelfHealers Circle and the author of three books including the number one New York Times bestseller How to Do the Work. In this conversation, Nicole and I go deep into covert narcissism, how growing up with emotional unavailability shapes every relationship that follows, what re-parenting actually looks like in the body, and why healing is never a straight line from A to B. I had so many personal realisations listening back to this one, about my own relational blueprint, my expectations, and how narcissism in my family has quietly shaped how I show up with others. Connect with Nicole:theholisticpsychologist.comwww.instagram.com/the.holistic.psychologistWORK WITH ME 1:1:❥Softening into self- 3 month 1:1 with Whats App Support:https://marina-yt.mykajabi.com/offers/PAWQhZHu❥❥1:1 Coaching with me: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWcZM5s9c2OjOLwoGMI5jE6rh_JAzjN2d_vCtuVe7e3pVGxw/viewformDOWNLOAD FOR FREE:Stay or Go: 5 Clarity Questions to Reconnect with Your Inner Knowing: https://marinayt.com/stay-or-go-guideAttatchment Practice: Discover the actual blocks beneath the surface so you can actually have the deep intimacy you crave: https://marinayt.com/attachment-practice Connect & Ground: 10 Incredible Somatic Practices for Nervous System Regulation: https://marinayt.com/connect-and-groundAlive & Aligned: 7 Embodiment Practices For Self Connection: https://marinayt.com/alive-and-alignedTrigger to Rooted: A step by step process of working with your triggers: https://marinayt.com/trigger-2-rooted VIEW MY COURSES & RESOURCES:https://marinayt.com/resources CONNECT WITH  ME:Follow me on Instagram:⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/marina.y.t⁠⁠ Subscribe to YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@marinatriner Top Episode Quotes:"We all become self-focused when we feel threatened — that's survival. But when someone is consistently unable to hold anyone else's perspective, that's a different pattern entirely." — Dr. Nicole LePera"I was a million miles away, demanding someone feel close to me — while every instinct in my body was pushing them away. That was the contradiction I had to face." — Dr. Nicole LePera"Re-parenting begins in the body. Teaching your nervous system how to come back to safety — that's the foundation everything else is built on." — Dr. Nicole LePera"The familiar thing that's causing harm still feels safer than the unknown thing that might heal you. That's just how a nervous system works." — Dr. Nicole LePera"You don't have to get rid of your past entirely. The goal is to give yourself a choice — to bring forward what still serves you and break free from what's overtaking your present." — Dr. Nicole LePerainner child healing, reparenting, covert narcissism, nervous system healing, somatic healing, childhood emotional neglect, attachment wounds, relational patterns, hypervigilance, emotional attunement, people pleasing, family estrangement, self healing, trauma recovery, embodiment, deep within podcast, Nicole LePera, holistic psychologist, Marina Triner, How to Do the Work

In this episode, Kevin Black joins David to explore why leadership so often feels chaotic and why most leadership development fails to prepare leaders for that reality. Together, they examine the gap between how leadership is taught and how it's experienced, unpacking how leaders respond to pressure, uncertainty, and loss of control and why those responses can either escalate or stabilise chaos. Kevin shares insights from his research into leadership under pressure, introducing a more grounded way of understanding what effective leadership looks like when conditions are volatile and ambiguous. The conversation also focuses on the role of Learning & Development. Kevin explains where traditional leadership programmes fall short, what L&D can do differently to prepare leaders for real-world complexity and how embracing chaos as a design constraint - not a flaw - can lead to more credible and impactful leadership development. If you're responsible for developing leaders and questioning whether current approaches are enough, this episode is for you. Take your L&D to the next level Take advantage of thousands of hours of analysis. Hundreds of conversations with industry innovators and 25+ years of hands-on global L&D leadership. It's all distilled into one framework to help you level up L&D. Access the L&D Maturity Model here - https://360learning.com/maturity-model KEY TAKEAWAYS If L&D keeps treating leadership as generic empathy and communication training, it leaves leaders under-skilled in critical thinking, planning, strategy execution, and behavioural adaptability – unprepared for the chaos they face. Reconnect leadership to context, critical thinking, planning and behavioural adaptability, so leaders can recognise the patterns of chaos and work with it rather than be overwhelmed by it. BEST MOMENTS “Chaos is experienced at the individual level, but it's measured at the team level.” “If leadership education is all people-oriented, and you're not learning how to critically think, plan, link your communication, then you are inviting people to go into behavioural overdrive.” “You should have a direct line to the C suite... Don't be the handmaid of HR and just doing services.” Kevin Black Bio Kevin Black is globally recognised as a leadership strategist and researcher, specialising in how leaders perform under pressure and uncertainty. Drawing on six years of frontline experience in the U.S. Army, he helps organisations develop leaders who make better decisions, build resilient teams, and deliver results when traditional leadership models fall short. Kevin is also the author of Strength in Chaos (2025), which equips leaders with a practical framework for navigating complexity and driving performance in high-stakes environments. You can follow and connect with Kevin via: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinblack1999/ Book: https://kevinblack.co/strength-in-chaos/ Website: https://kevinblack.co/ VALUABLE RESOURCES The Learning And Development Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-learning-development-podcast/id1466927523 L&D Master Class Series: https://360learning.com/blog/l-and-d-masterclass-home ABOUT THE HOST David James  David has been a People Development professional for more than 20 years, most notably as Director of Talent, Learning & OD for The Walt Disney Company across Europe, the Middle East & Africa.  As well as being the Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning, David is a prominent writer and speaker on topics around modern and digital L&D.  CONTACT METHOD  Twitter:  https://twitter.com/davidinlearning LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjameslinkedin L&D Collective: https://360learning.com/the-l-and-d-collective Blog: https://360learning.com/blog L&D Master Class Series: https://360learning.com/blog/l-and-d-masterclass-home This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Kathy Koch, author of "Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children," talks about some of the things that cause relational breakdown with adult children, how you're no longing parenting (verb), but still are a parent (noun.)  What steps can you take to heal the broken relationship?  Robert Dayton, author of "100XLife," asks us how well do we listen to Jesus and His Word.  Have you spent time really chewing it?  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here    

As we celebration the 250th birthday of the US this year, politcal scientist Adam Carrington takes us back to June 1789 when the first Congress heard the first proposal of the 12 articles of a bill of rights.  This was the basis of our Constitution's Bill of Rights.  Plus, as the latest session of the Supreme Court is winding down, Adam addresses what big cases remain to be decided.  Researcher George Barna of the Cultural Research Center offers insights from the 2026 American Worldview Inventory regarding the spiritual state of our nation's GenZ citizens.  While it's hard to see solid evidence of a true revival of Christian faith, they are asking lots of questions around God and faith.  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In this guided energetic protocol, we explore how to recalibrate your creative current so your inspiration, vitality, and motivation can be fully accessed in the physical dimension.Often, our creative energy exists in higher vibrational planes—making it difficult to feel grounded or inspired in our daily lives. This session helps you bring that creative current closer to your physical reality, so it can flow through your body and creative projects with ease and clarity.Overview of the Session:In this video, you'll be guided through a meditative recalibration designed to: -  Anchor your awareness into your Divine Line (the river of light along the front of the spine).-  Reference and locate where your creative current is currently held.-  Invite your higher self and energetic teams to bring that creative energy into a dimension that supports expression in the physical realm.-  Experience a renewed sense of drive, inspiration, and vitality as your energy aligns with your body and life here and now.This is a segment from Aleya's coaching sessions. To join her live online coaching sessions, click on the link below: https://www.aleyadao.com/catalog/products/Live-Coaching-Sessions/721/Get a FREE month of the Cups of Consciousness meditations at:https://www.7cupsofconsciousness.com/

Security analyst Elizabeth Neumann, author of "Kingdom of Rage," talks about our nation's semiquincentennial, our contentious, divided culture, and outside threats.  Could extremists disrupt our celebrations?  Acton Institute's Dylan Pahman, co-editor of the "Christian Roots of American Liberty," talks about the concepts around liberty that the Founders learned from the Bible and Christian thought through the centuries.  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Lionshare's Dave Buehring continues talking with Carmen around "your season, your calling."  Looking at mid-life--your 40's and 50's--they talks about how you have more clarity of your nature abilities, acquired skills, and your spiritual gifts.  You see your purpose more clearly.  Then, with both Pride Month and the pride we might have as our nation celebrates it's 250th birthday, what does the Bible say about the attitude of pride?  Carmen talks about this.   The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In this week's message, I share a powerful invitation tostep out of self-protection, trust your inner whisper, and take aligned action toward the life you're here to live.When we hide who we truly are, we often feel stuck,disconnected, or uncertain about our next step. When we begin to own the hidden parts of ourselves and letour light shine, we create space for growth, healing, clarity, and forward movement. If this message resonates with you, the Step-In Programoffers a deeper space to reconnect with yourself, move beyond old patterns, and step into greater alignment and expansion.To find out more about the Step-In Program and working withme, message me via messenger: https://www.facebook.com/janine.k.shapiro or connect with me via my email listhttps://linktr.ee/janine_kathleenIf this message supported you, please like, comment, andsubscribe so you don't miss future weekly messages on personal growth, inner healing, spiritual growth, and conscious living.#StopHiding #PersonalGrowth #SpiritualGrowth 

Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. Even during uncertain times, there is a strength within you that knows how to keep going. These daily affirmations build confidence, resilience, courage, self-trust, and emotional strength. Reconnect with your ability to navigate challenges and move forward with clarity and grace. Love,

This week on Agony Aunties, the girls tackle a listener dilemma that will feel familiar to many couples: what happens when you're sharing a sofa but no longer feeling emotionally connected? As one listener opens up about feeling lonely in her marriage while her husband spends most evenings on his phone, Sophie, Emily and Julia explore why technology can so easily replace meaningful connection, and how resentment can quietly build when our emotional needs go unmet. Together, they discuss practical ways to reconnect, from changing how difficult conversations are approached to creating small rituals of connection, shared experiences and moments of laughter. They also explore the stories we tell ourselves when we feel ignored or rejected, and why understanding what's really happening beneath the surface can be the first step towards finding each other again. Send us your Agony Aunties questions: jsamuelpod@gmail.com Or message Julia on Instagram: @juliasamuelmbe More from Therapy Works: Subscribe to the Therapy Works Substack for guidance on everyday struggles and access to Julia's monthly live webinar: ⁠https://juliasamuel.substack.com/⁠ Grieving someone you love? Julia's Grief Works Support Programme offers structured, expert-led help, with 94% of people reporting feeling better after using it. As a podcast listener you can get 25% off plus a 30-day money-back guarantee here - ⁠www.griefworks.com/therapy⁠ Follow Julia on Instagram: ⁠@juliasamuelmbe⁠ for tips, tools, and conversations about navigating life's challenges. If you enjoy this episode, please consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing - it makes a big difference and helps others discover these conversations. If you need help finding a therapist, visit: ⁠The Samuel Therapy Practice⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Plugged In's Adam Holz outlines the impact of "digital dementia" when it comes to kids' habits with screens and why our choices don't just affect our biological standing, but our spiritual habits as well. Kevin Burrell, author of "Considering Sparrows," shares why from the very beginning we're encouraged not to fear and how to trust God's work in the midst of our relationships. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Zachary Wagner, author of "Men of Virtue," shares about the great outline that Galatians 5 provides for Christians and the willingness to embrace suffering and even weakness, seeing how Jesus modeled this perfectly. Lana Silk of Transform Iran unpacks the reason why the church in Iran is still growing even amidst far from ideal circumstances and the practice of praying for one another, while teaching others how to pray. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Christian Lenhart is a civil engineer and one of the people behind The Rio Grande Plan, a citizen-driven vision for removing railroad crossings, revitalizing a neighborhood, and reusing the historic Rio Grande Depot. He previously worked for the Utah Transit Authority and is a daily commuter on TRAX, Salt Lake City's light rail system.

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How to Reconnect with Your Partner When You've Drifited Apart | FT: Libby FinaylsonCONNECT WITH CHARLENE On Instagram @mscharlenebyars ([https://www.instagram.com/mscharlenebyars] On YouTube @chosentraining ([https://www.youtube.com/@lovestorieswithcharlenebyars](https://www.youtube.com/@lovestorieswithcharlenebyars)) Work with me HERE ([https://charlenebyars.com/](https://charlenebyars.com/)) CONNECT WITH LIBBY FINLAYSON On Instagram @beyond_divorce_coach (https://www.instagram.com/beyond_divorce_coach/) Work With me Here (www.libbyfinlaysoncoach.com) Why do so many women feel a deep sense of disconnection in their marriage but struggle to explain exactly why? They aren't fighting constantly, there's no infidelity, and on paper, life is functional, yet a persistent emptiness remains. In this episode, relationship coach and speaker Libby Finlayson joins us to pull back the curtain on a hidden crisis: the "Silent Divorce."Libby shares her raw, personal story of being completely blindsided when her seemingly happy marriage unexpectedly collapsed. It was a life built on a bustling family farm with three young children where they still laughed, shared a bed, and ate dinner together every night. Through her journey, she realized that a marriage can quietly starve to death without a single shouting match if both partners stop truly connecting.0:00 — Intro & teaser clips1:30 — Host welcomes Libby from Australia3:00 — Libby's bio read 5:00 — How Libby got into this work 6:30 — Life on the farm: marriage, three kids, busy life 9:00 — The cracks she didn't see: two ships in the night 12:00 — Fix-it mode vs. truly listening 15:30 — Husband's "I'm done" — she was blindsided 19:00 — What is a silent divorce? 23:00 — The cooperation stage of marriage explained26:00 — What Libby would do differently looking back 29:30 — Listening vs. fixing: shifting into the feminine 33:00 — Why women feel disconnected but can't explain it 36:00 — Triggers, old wounds & the blame game 40:00 — Domestic violence disclaimer 43:00 — Mothering your partner & making him feel incompetent 48:00 — Men need decompression time 51:00 — Walking on eggshells & losing the spark 55:00 — How to ask "we" questions instead of blame 59:00 — Resentment: the silent relationship killer 1:03:00 — Libby's first marriage vs. how she shows up now 1:08:00 — Self-awareness in her current relationship 1:12:00 — Accountability & the power of listening 1:16:00 — How to work with Libby / closing resources 1:19:00 — Final nugget: stop the blame game, stop the silent divorce 1:22:00 — Outro & subscribe call to action We break down the hidden dynamics of relationship drift, including: The Cooperation Stage Trap: The exhausting phase where raising kids and managing modern life turns lovers into mere logistical teammates, causing a woman to trade her sensual energy for a maternal, hyper-vigilant role. The Danger of "Fix-It Mode": Why stepping into your masculine, problem-solving energy to "fix" your husband's stress instead of simply listening drives a stoic partner into emotional isolation. Is It Your Partner, or Your Wound?: How past trauma and unresolved childhood dynamics project themselves onto our current relationships, creating triggers that we wrongly blame our partners for. Radical Self-Responsibility: How to stop the blame game, trust your gut intuition, and look at your partner with curiosity instead of resentment to breathe life back into your connection before it's too late. If you feel like you are walking on eggshells, losing the spark, or living like roommates with your spouse, this conversation offers an empowering roadmap to fix the communication gap and restore true emotional intimacy.

Austin Gravley of the What Would Jesus Tech podcast shares his main takeaways from Pope Leo XI's stance on AI in our world today and why AI will always be a pale imitation of what humans are and how they operate. Kathy Branzell of the National Day of Prayer Taskforce outlines not falling behind or getting ahead of Him, believing in God and submitting to Him above all else. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Doug Hankins, author of "Still Single, Still Called," shares about the process of becoming a church for everyone, because that's often times where singles find their place and feel welcomed. Steve DeWitt, host of The Journey and author of "Enjoying God in Everything," outlines how we can turn all of our experiences we're apart of into praise to God and why giving Him worship for the beauty around us is our ultimate purpose in the end. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Hi friend! It's always with us—our phones. They wake us up, keep us company, and fill every quiet moment. But what happens when that constant connection starts pulling us away from the people right in front of us—especially our spouse? In today's episode, we're unpacking the subtle yet powerful impact phone distraction can have on your marriage. We'll explore how this everyday habit might be quietly competing with your spouse—and more importantly, how to reclaim connection, intimacy, and intentional love in your relationship. If you've ever felt more connected to your screen than your spouse, this episode is for you. Alright, tune in to listen to find out more! ............................................................................................................................

This podcast is made possible by our listeners and viewers. If this show has brought you value, you can support it by becoming a member of The Way Forward, our platform designed to help you find the health and freedom community (people, practitioners, schools, farms, and more) near you. Your membership directly supports the podcast and the work we do.Science removed Aether, and it was one of the worst mistakes they could make.In this episode, I chat with Dr. Steven A. Young, a PhD-trained theoretical physicist, alchemist, and author of A Fool's Wisdom. He spent eight years inside the quantum framework before walking away from it.I asked him to explain why atomism is such a problem, and what he said about how nuclear physics experiments actually work changed how I think about the entire field. The "particles" are in the human mind; the data are waves.We get into CERN's Shiva statue and the Celtic deity it's named after, why Hiroshima and Nagasaki are thriving modern cities, what yellowcake really is, and why sulfur, not uranium, may be what's powering reactors.We also talk about Aether as the bridge between science and spirituality, alchemy as the operative wing of Christianity, and why the old world looks the way it does.You'll Learn:[0:00] Introduction[10:07] Every time someone says "quantum" they actually mean Aether[34:29] How they "prove" atoms exist by shooting light and measuring the scatter [56:10] Aether as the bridge between science and spirituality, and why they severed it[1:08:21] Thought forms create vortices in the Aether that sustain themselves indefinitely[1:18:17] Hiroshima isn't a wasteland, and what the bombs actually were[1:23:26] The yellowcake deception and why nuclear power is really just sulfur[1:49:50] Alchemy is the operative wing of Christianity and Jesus was the master[1:58:59] The millennial reign, Satan's little season, and why everything is inverted[2:09:49] How the four elements simplify health and why your body knows how to healRelated The Way Forward Episodes:Dismantling Scientism and Demystifying Alchemy featuring Dr. Steven Young | YouTubeThought, Light & The Liquid Language of God with Veda Austin | YouTubeThe Biggest Lies We Ever Bought About Earth, the Aether & the Universe | Dr. Robert Bennett | YouTubeChrist's Millennial Reign & Satan's Little Season with Paul Stobbs | YouTubeResources Mentioned:Hiroshima Revisited by Michael Palmer | BookCan You Catch a Cold? by Daniel Roytas | BookThe Red Lion by Maria Szepes | BookFind more from Dr. Steven:Dr. Steven A. Young | Linktree | WebsiteA Fool's Fruit Basket: The Full Collection | WebsiteA Fool's Wisdom by Dr. Steven A. Young | Book or AudiobookFind more from Alec:Alec Zeck | Instagram | XThe Way Forward | InstagramDonate to The Way Forward here.The Way Forward is Sponsored By:Want to grow your podcast but not sure what's actually working? Podigy helps me produce The Way Forward. Take their free assessment to get clear on your next move—and a chance to win a call with their founder.New Biology Clinic: Redefine Health from the Ground UpExperience tailored terrain-based health services with consults, livestreams, movement classes, and more. Use code THEWAYFORWARD (case sensitive) for $50 off activation.The Way Forward members get the $150 fee waived.Reconnect with the earth's natural charge and move naturally by using code FWRD10 for 10% off at Earth Runners.

Everyone's Wilson's Daryl Crouch talks about being willing to say no when neccessary, why everything we decide to say yes to is going to cost something, and the danger of losing our first love, for Jesus. Alexander Salter shares about "Religious Freedom Before Locke," outlining the need to respect people's right to disagree- not letting things cloud our perceived level of faith. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Bill English of Bible and Business and On Path Coaching shares how the "always-on digital culture" operates and what it looks like to love our enemies well- following the lead of the Holy Spirit, while setting good boundaries. Dr. Brad Littlejohn of American Compass talks about The Economics of Vice and what a free market really boils down to. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Desire isn't always as simple as it seems. For many couples, the initial spark of sexual and emotional intimacy can dim over time, replaced by questions, misunderstandings, and the painful sense that something has faded or is "broken." When mismatched desire enters a relationship, it can quickly become a battleground, leaving one or both partners feeling blamed, rejected, or disconnected—not only from each other but from their own bodies and needs. In this episode, listeners are invited to look beneath the surface of desire patterns and rethink how intimacy is cultivated over time. The conversation explores why the "problem" of desire is rarely rooted in one partner and how it is shaped instead by cycles of emotional and physical disconnection, unexamined beliefs, and the need for safety and self-awareness in the body. Listeners will discover tools for moving from blame toward curiosity, collaboration, and deep connection, and learn practical ways to rediscover what turns them on—together. Tarisha Tourok is a trauma-informed sex and relationship therapist and founder of Sexual Empowerment for Women. She helps unlock women's sexual desire and guides them into intimacy that melts their hearts and delights their souls. With 15+ years of experience, Tarisha blends psychotherapy, sacred sexuality, and somatic healing to help women reclaim the power and beauty of their sexuality—so they can live, love, and connect with radiant confidence.   Episode Highlights 06:06 Reframing desire differences. 12:14 The complex factors influencing sexual desire. 16:07 Shifting from spontaneous to responsive desire and reconnecting with your body. 19:39 Exploring how to build responsiveness and address past trauma 22:44 How culture, religion, and body image affect desire. 24:26 Generational influences and healing transgenerational trauma. 27:41 Breaking family cycles to create new patterns. 31:46 Building a stronger relationship with your body and sense of desire. 36:55 Emotional resonance, safety, and shared intimacy practices. 44:33 Cultivating intimacy through personal and relational growth. 49:18 Redefining pleasure: Connection over performance & practical resources.   Your Checklist of Actions to Take Adopt a "Team" Mindset: Approach intimacy challenges as a shared experience rather than individual problems, discussing openly how to become partners in exploration. Create Space for Exploration: Remove blame and give both partners space to explore what turns each person on, without feeling pressure or guilt. Practice Vulnerability: Softly communicate underlying fears or insecurities instead of defaulting to frustration or blame, helping both partners connect on a deeper level. Carve Out Time for Intimacy: Intentionally prioritize time together, making room for connection and recognizing the impact of daily busyness on sexual desire. Reconnect with Your Body: Develop practices—such as breathwork, mindful movement, or sensory experiences—that help you feel and respond from within your body. Acknowledge and Address Blocks: Identify and compassionately address personal blocks like trauma, self-judgment, or negative societal messaging before focusing on sexual desire. Share Sexual Blueprints: Take a sexual desire quiz, compare results, and discuss with your partner what environments and practices make you feel most turned on and safe. Redefine Goals for Intimacy: Shift away from performance-oriented goals like orgasm, focusing instead on connection, pleasure, and mutual presence in your intimate experiences.   Mentioned Reclaim Your Sexual Confidence mini-course (free mini-course) Sexual Desire Quiz (quiz) 12 Relationship Principles to Strengthen Your Love (free guide)   Connect with Tarisha Tourok Website: sexualempowermentforwomen.com Facebook: facebook.com/groups/theradiantwomenclub YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCvY7loDn-rDRUcUa-z3Lv_A Instagram: instagram.com/tarishatourok  

This one opened my heart wide open, and I cried with a friend straight after recording it. Chelsea Horton is a somatic coach, educator, and founder of Healing Embodied, where she trains wellness professionals to integrate somatics, creativity, and emotional healing into their work. A former worship leader with a master's in Dance and Movement Therapy, Chelsea went from the most devoted Christian you'd ever meet, engaged to her gay best friend for Jesus, to building a life and practice rooted entirely in embodied truth. Together we explore religious trauma, good girl programming, what embodiment actually means in daily life, and why your emotions are not a problem to solve but raw material for creation. Connect with Chelsea:www.healingembodied.com/connecthttps://www.instagram.com/healing.embodiedWORK WITH ME 1:1:❥Softening into self- 3 month 1:1 with Whats App Support:https://marina-yt.mykajabi.com/offers/PAWQhZHu❥❥1:1 Coaching with me: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWcZM5s9c2OjOLwoGMI5jE6rh_JAzjN2d_vCtuVe7e3pVGxw/viewformDOWNLOAD FOR FREE:Stay or Go: 5 Clarity Questions to Reconnect with Your Inner Knowing: https://marinayt.com/stay-or-go-guideAttatchment Practice: Discover the actual blocks beneath the surface so you can actually have the deep intimacy you crave: https://marinayt.com/attachment-practice Connect & Ground: 10 Incredible Somatic Practices for Nervous System Regulation: https://marinayt.com/connect-and-groundAlive & Aligned: 7 Embodiment Practices For Self Connection: https://marinayt.com/alive-and-alignedTrigger to Rooted: A step by step process of working with your triggers: https://marinayt.com/trigger-2-rooted VIEW MY COURSES & RESOURCES:https://marinayt.com/resources CONNECT WITH  ME:Follow me on Instagram:⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/marina.y.t⁠⁠ Subscribe to YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@marinatriner Top Episode Quotes:"Embodiment is when you live, breathe, become the thing — instead of just knowing it conceptually. It's not a switch you turn on. Your body has to learn a new way of being." — Chelsea Horton"Sometimes what's familiar sucks. Sometimes what's familiar is harming you. But because it feels predictable, it feels safe. That's not embodied safety — that's familiar safety." — Chelsea Horton"The reason people end up in a psych hospital is because the one thing they didn't have enough of was being loved. That is our most fundamental human need." — Chelsea Horton"Your emotions are not a problem to solve. They're an energy with which you can create. Suddenly you become a choreographer of life." — Chelsea Horton"You're sitting on top of a treasure chest and you've never opened it. And what's inside? Your expression. Yourself. Your life. You finally get you back." — Chelsea Hortonreligious trauma healing, embodiment, somatic healing, good girl programming, shame healing, nervous system regulation, inner child healing, creative expression, trauma informed healing, emotional processing, dance movement therapy, familiar safety, embodied safety, deconstruction, people pleasing, deep within podcast, Chelsea Horton, Marina Triner, healing embodied, somatic coaching 

Have you been feeling a little out of balance lately?In this special episode of Take a Breath, I'm sharing one of the guided breathwork sessions from my REWIRE programme—a course designed to help you gently retrain your nervous system and create a calmer, steadier baseline.Before we begin, I'll walk you through the structure of the session so you know exactly what to expect. Then, when you're ready, I invite you to find a quiet space, get comfortable, and press play.This 20-minute practice is designed to help you:• Release mental and physical tension• Regulate your nervous system• Create a greater sense of balance and steadiness• Reconnect with yourself and the present moment• Move from overwhelm towards calm clarityPlease don't listen while driving. Give yourself these 20 minutes as a gift—an opportunity to pause, breathe, and return to yourself.If you enjoy this session and would like more support, The REWIRE offers a deeper journey into nervous system regulation through breathwork, awareness, and simple body-based practices designed to help you feel calmer, clearer, and more resilient in everyday life.Take a breath, settle in, and enjoy the session.Download 15 Breaths to Calm Anxiety - a FREE 5 minute audio to calm you down in real time.Download The Breath Check-Up - your FREE guide to understanding how well you're breathing right now.Download my energising 5 Minute Morning Practice to get your day started in the best way possible.To find out more about my membership The Inner Space go to:  https://www.pollywarren.com/theinnerspaceEmail me at:  info@pollywarren.comhttps://www.pollywarren.com/https://www.instagram.com/pollywarrencoaching/

The Briefing's Nick Pitts outlines why the way we view our work matters, especially the belief in being an instrumental part of a greater picture. Luke Moon of 2 Hammers and Generation Zion shares an update on the negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, the complications of what's taking place in Lebanon, and the continued persecution of Jews taking place, even as labels are attempting to be changed. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Dr. Tiffany Schatz of The Christian Medical and Dental Association outlines the protocols that are worth following when it comes to the threat of ticks and why orphines, new synthetic drugs, when presented to certain people can be very dangerous. Vaneetha Risner, author of "This Was Never the Plan," shares about showing up for those who are walking through themselves or are impacted in some way by divorce and how to graciously speak to those who are in the wrong. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

When your homeschool child won't do work, it's rarely just about laziness—it often signals a deeper need for curiosity, connection, and meaningful engagement. If you're a homeschool mom, you've probably said or thought something like: “My kids don't really care about their lessons. They just want to get through it so they can get on their screens.”“I think my daughter only enjoys going to coop because of her friends, not any actual learning.”“He races through his work without engaging—he's just checking boxes.”“There's outright resistance now. I don't know if it's the work or if it's me or if he’s just rebellious.” These situations are very common, not unusual. And the question behind them is universal: how do you help your child become an independent learner who is genuinely curious and engaged—not someone who treats learning like a chore to avoid? If this resonates with you, a great first step is my free Deschool Your Homeschool Checklist, which helps you step back from school-y thinking, reconnect with how your child naturally learns, and create space for curiosity, calm, and connection. Grab your free Deschool Checklist and Help Your Kids Love Learning 5 Reasons Why Your Homeschool Child Won't Do Work Reason 1: When Your Homeschool Child Won’t Do Work — Learning Feels Like a Chore Many children resist because they've learned to associate “learning” with compliance or tedium. They may rush through assignments just to get them done or outright refuse work that doesn't interest them. To be fair, we adults do that too. When someone says, “Hey, you know what would make tax season easier and more satisfying? Take a course on filing your taxes.” Interesting, you think, and clever, that’s exactly what I should do! (No, you don’t think that. You think, naw, thanks, I’ll do what I have to do until next tax season.) Can I hear an amen? ps don’t respond if you actually enjoy doing taxes, ha–it won’t serve my point;) Well, ditto for your kids. Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck explains that a fixed mindset develops when children feel their worth is tied to “doing it right.” In these cases, resistance is not a character flaw—it's a protective response. What you can do: Follow your child's curiosity whenever possible. Show them that learning happens everywhere: in the kitchen, in nature, in everyday problem-solving. Reason 2: When Your Homeschool Child Won't Do Work—Check Your Own Motivation First Kids are highly sensitive to the adults around them. If you're scattered, anxious, or uninspired, they pick up on it. Angela Duckworth, author of Grit, notes that parents who raise resilient, motivated children model passion and perseverance in their own lives. And isn’t that what we all want? This homeschool lifestyle isn’t just equipping our kids to do live a purposeful life, it’s offering us that opportunity too! (And I encourage you to take it!) What you can do: Reconnect with your own curiosity and goals. Are you motivated? What gets you up in the morning? Model learning and persistence in ways your child can observe. Show them you're engaged by joining a book club, starting your own business, or simply signing up for a class at the local community college. Show them that you're learning math concept right alongside them (or whatever other topic you find challenging, I chose math because I had to learn it before I taught it

So many of us forget how powerful we really are. Today's conversation dives into how to unlock and reconnect to your inherent power, even during tough or challenging seasons. I share actual examples from my journey that will help you let go of control, stop reinforcing the same loops that keep you stuck, and set yourself free. Forgetting your power doesn't mean the end of a journey, it signals the beginning of a new one. That's why we have to disconnect from our power, so that we can find it again and understand that it was in us the whole time.   HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 How to remember how powerful you truly are. 04:15 The moment I had to let go of control. 08:40 One question to ask yourself when old wounds resurface. 12:00 How can you set yourself free? 18:20 Why we need to allow ourselves to feel our emotions. 24:20 Where does our power actually come from? 28:05 Why Powerhouse Women is the best place to plug back into your power.   RESOURCES + LINKS Tickets for the 2026 Powerhouse Women Event are now LIVE HERE!   FOLLOW Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @lindseymarieofficial Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity