Podcasts about reconnection

Shrinksrap.com  was selected for MillionPodcasts' 2026 Top 100 Psychology Podcasts list.Dr. Jim Bramson interviews Dr. Tracy Baldo-SenstockWhat happens when you spit in a tube—and your origin story changes?In this episode of ShrinksRap, Dr. James Bramson sits down with his former professor and dissertation committee member, Dr. Tracy Baldo-Senstock, to discuss her lived experience of discovering her biological father through genetic testing. Dr. Baldo-Senstock is a former dean in Walden University's School of Counseling, emeritus faculty at the University of Northern Colorado, a Purdue University graduate, and recipient of the Robert O. Stripling Award for Excellence in Standards. Dr. Tracy is not alone. Most of us know someone who has discovered a biological relative through genetic testing. Pew Research found that 27% of Americans who have used mail-in DNA testing discovered close relatives they previously didn't know about. Drs. Jim and Tracy explore her origin story—and what happens when DNA collides with family mythology: identity, family secrets, truth, and transparency. They also discuss the power of emboldened vulnerability and what it means to live more fully in truth. Why do families keep secrets? Sometimes to protect a parent, preserve a reputation, shield a trauma survivor, or hold an established family structure together. That can work…until somebody spits in a tube. For many people, keeping secrets may not be the psychologically healthy choice. And before deciding what a DNA discovery means—or what to do about it—perhaps there's a lesson from Star Trek's Mr. Spock: stay in the fascination. Lead with curiosity, stay heart- centered, gather the data, and then decide whether—and how—to reconnect. Part psychology, part genealogy, and part family detective story, this episode explores the risks and surprising power of telling the truth—and what “family” means when DNA suddenly rewrites the cast of characters.Credits:River is High, Ticketless TravelerCarl Reisman, guitar, singer, and songwriterJenny Goodwine, vocalsJames Singleton, bassJohnny Vidocovich, drumsDave Easley, steel guitarProduced by Morgan Orion Reismanfor more information, carlreisman@gmail.comCopyright 2025WCMI networking group A networking group for mindfulness-focused clinicians dedicated to learning together & collaborating for more information click here

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Finding Reconnection: Sibling Revelations Amidst La Mercè Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2026-09-27-07-38-20-ca Story Transcript:Ca: El vent suau d'una tarda de tardor acariciava el Parc de la Ciutadella.En: The gentle breeze of a fall afternoon caressed the Parc de la Ciutadella.Ca: Els colors càlids de la temporada es reflectien en les fulles dels arbres, creant un espectacle natural.En: The warm colors of the season were reflected in the leaves of the trees, creating a natural spectacle.Ca: En aquest escenari alegre, els carrers de Barcelona eren un mosaic animat per les celebracions de La Mercè.En: In this cheerful setting, the streets of Barcelona were a lively mosaic animated by the celebrations of La Mercè.Ca: Joan, amb un batec del cor nostàlgic, passejava sol.En: Joan, with a nostalgically beating heart, walked alone.Ca: Feia anys que no tornava a la seva ciutat natal.En: It had been years since he returned to his hometown.Ca: Havia vingut per al festival, però en veritat, buscava quelcom més.En: He had come for the festival, but in truth, he was searching for something more.Ca: Volia recuperar les arrels, reconnectar amb un passat que semblava allunyar-se amb cada any que passava a l'estranger.En: He wanted to regain his roots, reconnecting with a past that seemed to drift away with each year spent abroad.Ca: Mentre admirava els espectacles de carrer i gaudia de l'ambient festiu, va sentir una veu familiar que trencava el murmuri de la gent.En: While admiring the street performances and enjoying the festive atmosphere, he heard a familiar voice breaking through the crowd's murmur.Ca: "Joan?En: "Joan?"Ca: ", va exclamar Laia.En: exclaimed Laia.Ca: Els seus ulls es van trobar accidentalment enmig de la multitud.En: Their eyes met accidentally amidst the crowd.Ca: Hi havia sorpresa, però també una barrera invisible construïda per anys de separació.En: There was surprise, but also an invisible barrier built by years of separation.Ca: Laia, que sempre havia restat a Barcelona, portava el pes de les responsabilitats familiars.En: Laia, who had always stayed in Barcelona, carried the weight of family responsibilities.Ca: Joan, engolit per les seves pròpies lamentacions, feia temps que havia perdut el contacte.En: Joan, swallowed by his own laments, had long lost contact.Ca: Es van mirar, aguantant aquella tensió tangible.En: They looked at each other, holding that tangible tension.Ca: "Com estàs?En: "How are you?"Ca: ", va començar Joan, sense saber exactament què dir.En: Joan began, not knowing exactly what to say.Ca: Laia el va mirar amb una barreja de nostàlgia i retret.En: Laia looked at him with a mix of nostalgia and reproach.Ca: El soroll dels castells de foc interrompé el moment, il·luminant el cel d'una manera màgica.En: The noise of the fireworks interrupted the moment, illuminating the sky in a magical way.Ca: "Hem d'arreglar les coses", va dir Laia, la seva veu ferma però suau.En: "We need to fix things," said Laia, her voice firm yet gentle.Ca: S'aproparen a un banc, allunyant-se lleugerament de la multitud per parlar amb sinceritat.En: They moved to a bench, slightly distancing themselves from the crowd to speak sincerely.Ca: Laia va parlar del passat, d'aquell sentiment d'abandonament i els moments que necessitava un germà.En: Laia spoke of the past, of that feeling of abandonment, and the moments she needed a brother.Ca: Joan, ple de penediment, escoltava amb atenció.En: Joan, full of regret, listened attentively.Ca: Li confessà els seus propis dubtes i desitjos de tornar a unir la família.En: He confessed his own doubts and desires to reunite the family.Ca: Els focs artificials seguien iluminant la nit, però el veritable espectacle estava en aquelles paraules tan esperades.En: The fireworks continued to light up the night, but the real spectacle was in those long-awaited words.Ca: La intensitat del moment fou tan forta com les llums que dansaven sobre el parc.En: The intensity of the moment was as strong as the lights dancing above the park.Ca: Però entre ells sorgia una llum més forta, la de la comprensió i el perdó.En: But between them, a stronger light emerged, that of understanding and forgiveness.Ca: Amb les llàgrimes als ulls, Joan i Laia van decidir deixar enrere el passat enfosquit.En: With tears in their eyes, Joan and Laia decided to leave behind the darkened past.Ca: "Em truques un cop tornis?En: "Will you call me once you're back?"Ca: ", va preguntar Laia, ja amb un somriure serenador.En: asked Laia, now with a serene smile.Ca: "Cada setmana", va prometre Joan, sentint com una part d'ell, fins ara perduda, tornava a ser completa.En: "Every week," Joan promised, feeling as if a part of him, lost until now, was becoming whole again.Ca: Amb la promesa de mantenir-se en contacte, van caminar junts cap al centre del parc, preparats per veure el següent espectacle de La Mercè.En: With the promise to stay in touch, they walked together towards the center of the park, ready to watch the next La Mercè spectacle.Ca: Havien après que, malgrat la distància, la família sempre pot trobar el camí de retorn.En: They had learned that despite the distance, family can always find its way back.Ca: I així, les llums dels focs d'artifici i el caliu de la reconciliació van encendre una nova etapa per als dos germans.En: And so, the lights of the fireworks and the warmth of reconciliation ignited a new chapter for the two siblings. Vocabulary Words:the breeze: el vent suauafternoon: la tardathe foliage: les fullesmosaic: el mosaicheart: el corhometown: la ciutat natalroots: les arrelsto drift away: allunyar-secrowd: la multitudfireworks: els castells de focbench: el banctangible: tangiblereproach: el retretresponsibilities: les responsabilitatslament: les lamentacionstension: la tensióspectacle: l'espectacleto confess: confessarregrets: el penedimentunderstanding: la comprensióforgiveness: el perdótear: la llàgrimareconciliation: la reconciliacióchapter: la nova etapacelebration: la celebracióatmosphere: l'ambientto illuminate: il·luminarbarrier: la barreraabandonment: l'abandonamentdesire: els desitjos

Rev. Dr. Ray Hammond was a Harvard-trained emergency room physician before he was ever a pastor. In 1992, gang violence tore through a funeral at a Boston church — and Hammond became one of the founding clergymen of the Ten-Point Coalition, the community-based movement that helped cut Boston's homicide rate by nearly 80% and became a national model for gun violence prevention still studied by cities today. In this conversation with host Anne Pratt, Hammond traces his own path from medicine to ministry to the street corner, distills the coalition's adaptive-leadership work into a three-word framework — Renewal, Responsibility, Reconnection — and describes standing in a Roxbury high school gym in 1990 as a newly freed Nelson Mandela walked in — the moment, he says, that taught him the substantive difference between power "with" people and power "over" people. The "Boston Miracle" model Hammond helped build is back in the national conversation in 2026, as cities debate whether the same community-based approach can address today's homelessness-linked crime. A conversation on adaptive leadership, servant leadership, faith-based community organizing, gun violence prevention, and peace for anyone who exercises leadership at any level.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! https://anne-pratt.com

What if, instead of wondering what you should do next, you had a thoughtful strategy for reconnecting with your estranged adult child? In this three-part series (Part 3 releases on 10/5/26), therapist and host Tina Gilbertson shows parents how to build a reconnection strategy of their own -- one that fits their unique situation and can guide them not only during stretches of silence, but also when there's contact or unexpected events. Tina points out that most parents are already following some kind of strategy. It may be an instinctive response, a pattern they've fallen into, or simply whatever feels right in the moment. But when you're trying to repair an important relationship, hoping you'll know what to do when the next difficult moment arrives isn't much of a plan. A well-formed strategy gives you something to come back to. And mindfulness is at the heart of it. As you intentionally pause, you can notice what's happening in yourself and in the relationship, and choose your behaviors thoughtfully. That pause can make the difference between reacting to a painful moment and responding in a way that supports your larger goal. Throughout the series, you'll learn how to think strategically about your own reconnection journey, make intentional choices, and create a plan that can adapt as circumstances change. And don't let "strategy" and "tactics" put you off; they're not about deception or manipulation. They're about being thoughtful and purposeful as you work toward repairing the parent-adult relationship. Strategy isn't a way to control your child, but rather a way to guide yourself. You can't control what your adult child will do. But you can decide how you will show up. And having a thoughtful strategy can help you do that, even when the unexpected happens. For evidence-based information and tools to repair your relationship with your estranged adult child(ren), read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. https://amzn.to/2ZhetMe Reconnection Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. https://reconnectionclub.com Follow Tina Gilbertson on Substack. https://tinagilbertson.substack.com/

Betrayal Withdrawal: When Sexual Secrecy Creates Emotional Abandonment Episode Summary What happens when a partner senses that something is wrong but cannot explain the growing distance? They may reach for connection, initiate affection, or ask what has changed—only to be told that everything is fine. Over time, repeated rejection and denial can cause them to question their perceptions and wonder whether something is wrong with them. In this episode, Dr. Kevin Skinner and MaryAnn Michaelis, LCSW, introduce the term betrayal withdrawal to describe the emotional, physical, sexual, and spiritual withdrawal that can accompany hidden sexual behavior. They examine how shame, secrecy, preoccupation, and emotional dysregulation can pull the betraying partner away from the relationship, leaving the unsuspecting partner feeling rejected, confused, and profoundly alone. After discovery, the direction of withdrawal may change. The betrayed partner may protect themselves by creating distance, while the partner who previously withdrew may suddenly want connection. Stopping the harmful behavior is essential, but it does not immediately repair the attachment wound or erase years of loneliness. Reconnection begins with honesty, accountability, and the willingness to witness the full impact of the betrayal. Through disclosure work, an impact letter, emotional restitution, professional support, and repeated efforts to remain present, couples can begin building a bridge across the distance. This work takes time and rarely unfolds perfectly—but each honest, emotionally present response can become a step toward greater safety and connection. Resources & Links Mentioned in the Episode Rebuild Your Relationship After Sexual Betrayal by Dr. Kevin Skinner — A couples-based guide to rebuilding honesty, trust, connection, and intimacy following sexual betrayal. Treating Sexual Addiction: A Compassionate Approach to Recovery by Dr. Kevin Skinner — Explores unwanted sexual behavior, shame, loneliness, recovery capital, and the process of lasting change. Hold Me Tight by Dr. Sue Johnson — Introduces an attachment-based approach to understanding emotional disconnection and the underlying question, “Are you there for me?” Hardwired Behavior: What Neuroscience Reveals About Morality by Laurence R. Tancredi — Referenced in connection with the neurobiology of bonding, attachment, and sexual motivation. Additional Support The Intimacy Repair Method — Learn about a structured, trauma-informed approach that helps couples move from the crisis of betrayal toward stabilization, emotional safety, accountability, restored trust, and deeper connection. Human Intimacy — Explore additional courses, assessments, podcasts, and educational resources for individuals and couples navigating betrayal and relationship repair. When betrayal withdrawal has created a deep attachment injury, these conversations may be difficult to navigate without support. A therapist trained in betrayal trauma and couples repair can help both partners approach the process with greater structure and emotional safety.

In this conversation, Gail Donohue and I sit down with Jessie Marcheski, founder of Soul Serenity, for her first-ever podcast interview. Jessie's path moved from medical massage into oncology massage into Reiki and energy work — not by planning it, but by noticing what her hands kept doing without her consciously intending it. We talk about distance Reiki, animal Reiki, boundaries, and the pattern of being a giver who struggles to receive. If this reflection resonates, follow the show, share this episode with someone who needs the reminder, or simply notice this week where you're already being asked to reconnect. This episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice or a substitute for care from a qualified healthcare professional.  

What if, instead of wondering what you should do next, you had a thoughtful strategy for reconnecting with your estranged adult child? In this multi-part series (Parts 2 and 3 release on 9/21/26 and 10/5/26 respectively), therapist and host Tina Gilbertson helps parents build a reconnection strategy of their own -- one that fits their unique situation and can guide them not only when making contact, but also during stretches of silence. Tina points out that most parents are already following some kind of strategy. It may be an instinctive response, a pattern they've fallen into, or simply whatever feels right in the moment. But when you're trying to repair an important relationship, hoping you'll know what to do when the next difficult moment arrives isn't much of a plan. A well-formed strategy gives you something to come back to. It employs exactly the right tactics, not behaviors that backfire sending you back to Square One. Don't let "strategy" and "tactics" put you off; they're not about deception or manipulation. They're about being thoughtful and purposeful about inviting reconnection, by repairing the parent-adult relationship. Strategy isn't a way to control your child, but rather a way to guide yourself. You can't control what your adult child will do. But you can decide how you will show up. And having a thoughtful strategy can help you do that, even when the unexpected happens. For evidence-based information and tools to repair your relationship with your estranged adult child(ren), read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child. https://reconnectionclub.com Club members can discuss this and every episode in the General Discussion forum (https://reconnectionclub.com/community/forum/general/) inside the Reconnection Club. Not a member yet? Learn more and join. https://reconnectionclub.com Follow Tina Gilbertson on Substack. https://tinagilbertson.substack.com/

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Tulips and New Beginnings: A Family's Path to Reconnection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-09-07-07-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Het was een frisse lentedag in Nederland.En: It was a crisp spring day in Nederland.Nl: De zon scheen helder, en de lucht was gevuld met de zoete geur van bloeiende tulpen.En: The sun shone brightly, and the air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming tulips.Nl: Keukenhof Gardens was een tapijt van kleuren, een perfecte plek voor Maarten en zijn gezin.En: Keukenhof Gardens was a carpet of colors, a perfect place for Maarten and his family.Nl: Ze waren daar om opnieuw verbinding te zoeken na een ruzie die hun gezin had gespleten.En: They were there to reconnect after an argument that had divided their family.Nl: “Laten we het proberen,” zei Maarten.En: “Let's try it,” said Maarten.Nl: Hij keek naar zijn vrouw Sanne en hun dochter Jolijn.En: He looked at his wife Sanne and their daughter Jolijn.Nl: Ze stonden voor een veld van tulpen in alle denkbare kleuren.En: They stood in front of a field of tulips in every conceivable color.Nl: Sanne keek even weg, maar Jolijn glimlachte.En: Sanne looked away for a moment, but Jolijn smiled.Nl: “Het is mooi hier,” zei Jolijn zachtjes.En: “It's beautiful here,” said Jolijn softly.Nl: Ze wilde dat haar ouders ophielden met ruziën.En: She wanted her parents to stop arguing.Nl: Ze wilde dat ze weer gelukkig waren.En: She wanted them to be happy again.Nl: Maarten had een plan.En: Maarten had a plan.Nl: Hij wilde een verrassingspicknick organiseren.En: He wanted to organize a surprise picnic.Nl: In stilte had hij een mand gepakt vol met lekkernijen: brood, kaas, vers fruit en een flesje sap.En: Silently, he had packed a basket full of treats: bread, cheese, fresh fruit, and a bottle of juice.Nl: Hij leidde zijn gezin naar een rustige hoek van de tuinen, ver weg van de menigte en het lawaai.En: He led his family to a quiet corner of the gardens, far from the crowd and noise.Nl: “Verrassing!” riep hij toen ze daar aankwamen.En: “Surprise!” he shouted when they arrived there.Nl: Sanne lachte kort.En: Sanne laughed briefly.Nl: Het was jaren geleden dat ze samen een picknick hadden gehad.En: It had been years since they had had a picnic together.Nl: Ze gingen zitten op het gras.En: They sat down on the grass.Nl: De dieren fladderden vrolijk om hen heen, en de frisse lentelucht maakte de sfeer ontspannen.En: The animals fluttered happily around them, and the fresh spring air made the atmosphere relaxing.Nl: Tijdens de picknick begon Maarten te praten.En: During the picnic, Maarten began to talk.Nl: Hij keek Sanne aan.En: He looked at Sanne.Nl: “Het spijt me,” zei hij oprecht.En: “I'm sorry,” he said sincerely.Nl: “Ik heb fouten gemaakt.En: “I've made mistakes.Nl: Ik wil dat we als gezin weer dicht bij elkaar komen.” Sanne zuchtte diep.En: I want us to be close as a family again.” Sanne sighed deeply.Nl: Ze keek naar de bloemen om hen heen, en dan naar Maarten.En: She looked at the flowers around them, and then at Maarten.Nl: “Het duurt even om dingen te vergeven,” begon ze.En: “It takes time to forgive,” she began.Nl: “Maar ik wil ook dat we weer gelukkig zijn.” Jolijn, die zich altijd tussen hen in had gevoeld, zette haar beker neer.En: “But I also want us to be happy again.” Jolijn, who had always felt caught between them, put down her cup.Nl: “Ik hoop dat we vanaf nu eerlijker met elkaar zijn,” zei ze.En: “I hope we can be more honest with each other from now on,” she said.Nl: Haar stem trilde een beetje.En: Her voice trembled a little.Nl: “Ik wil dat we als gezin samenkomen.” Er was een moment van stilte waarin de vogels zongen en de bladeren ritselden.En: “I want us to come together as a family.” There was a moment of silence with birds singing and leaves rustling.Nl: Toen glimlachte Sanne breed en knikte.En: Then Sanne smiled broadly and nodded.Nl: “We kunnen het,” zei ze, vastberaden.En: “We can do it,” she said determinedly.Nl: Ze pakte Maartens hand en kneep erin.En: She took Maarten's hand and squeezed it.Nl: Jolijn lachte opgelucht.En: Jolijn laughed with relief.Nl: Ze spraken verder, hun stemmen mengden zich met de geluiden van de natuur.En: They continued talking, their voices blending with the sounds of nature.Nl: Oude misverstanden werden opgehelderd, gevoelens werden gedeeld, en de spanning loste langzaam maar zeker op.En: Old misunderstandings were clarified, feelings were shared, and the tension slowly but surely dissolved.Nl: Toen de zon begon te zakken, stonden ze op om naar huis te gaan.En: As the sun began to set, they got up to go home.Nl: Ze liepen hand in hand, langs de kleurrijke paden van Keukenhof.En: They walked hand in hand, along the colorful paths of Keukenhof.Nl: Het moment van samen zijn had iets veranderd in hun hart.En: The moment of being together had changed something in their hearts.Nl: Ze voelden zich als een echt gezin.En: They felt like a real family.Nl: Maarten keek naar zijn vrouw en dochter.En: Maarten looked at his wife and daughter.Nl: Hij voelde hoop.En: He felt hope.Nl: Ze hadden hun verschillen nog niet allemaal opgelost, maar ze waren begonnen met praten.En: They hadn't resolved all their differences yet, but they had started talking.Nl: En dat was een goed begin.En: And that was a good beginning.Nl: Keukenhof Gardens had hen niet alleen de magie van bloemen gegeven, maar ook een nieuw begin.En: Keukenhof Gardens had given them not only the magic of flowers but also a new start.Nl: Terwijl ze de tuinen verlieten, beloofden ze elkaar om samen aan hun toekomst te werken.En: As they left the gardens, they promised each other to work on their future together.Nl: En dat deden ze, stap voor stap, als een verenigd gezin.En: And they did, step by step, as a united family. Vocabulary Words:crisp: frisseblooming: bloeiendereconnect: opnieuw verbinding zoekenconceivable: denkbarearguing: ruziënscent: geurtreats: lekkernijenfluttered: fladderdenatmosphere: sfeersincerely: oprechtforgive: vergeventrembled: trilderustling: ritseldenbroadly: breednodded: kniktedeterminedly: vastberadensqueezed: kneeprelief: opluchtingblending: mengdenmisunderstandings: misverstandenclarified: opgehelderdtension: spanningdissolved: opgelostresolved: opgelostdifferences: verschillenstep by step: stap voor stapunited: verenigdnoise: lawaaiquiet: rustigepromised: beloofden

Welcome back to PART 5 of The Reconnection Series!The final episode of my free five-part coaching journey for ambitious mums where each podcast episode explores one simple question designed to help you reconnect with yourself as your next chapter unfolds.In PART 1, we started noticing ourselves.In PART 2, we moved from awareness into connection, getting curious about who we are now and what makes us feel more like ourselves.In PART 3, we began rebuilding trust in ourselves.In PART 4 we learnt how to choose and lead ourselves through lifeAnd in this final episode of The Reconnection Series, we bring everything together and move from knowing, trusting and choosing yourself… to actually living it.We'll ask ourselves the question: How do I want to live?And ultimately explore the concept of self-embodiment as the final piece of your Identity Evolution journey - moving from insight into action and using what you've discovered about yourself throughout this series to consciously shape the way you live your next chapter.Your Reconnection Experiment: Your Personal AnchorsYour Personal Anchors are three qualities you want to embody in this next season of your life, that will help guide your everyday choices.Not goals or achievements but ways of being.Your experiment is to choose three qualities that genuinely resonate with the woman you're becoming.Then, for each one, ask yourself: "If this quality guided the choices I make in my life…"→ What would I say YES to?→ What would I say NO to?→ What would I want to PROTECT?The aim is to turn something you want into something tangible you can actually live.I'd love to hear what anchors you land on - drop me an email or DM me on Instagram and let me know!Bringing it all together...This final episode brings everything you've explored throughout The Reconnection Series together.We'll zoom out, look at the bigger picture and explore what it really means to take what you've discovered about yourself through these five conversations and carry it forward into the way you actually live.Because reconnecting with yourself isn't something you do once and tick off the list.It's an ongoing practice that you'll return to time and time again.As your life changes, you change too - and the relationship you have with yourself gets to evolve alongside you.ABOUT YOUR HOST - Tamsin WilliamsonFive podcast episodes can start a reconnection. But imagine what becomes possible when that reconnection becomes a way of living.If you're an ambitious mum who knows something isn't quite fitting anymore and you're ready to consciously evolve alongside your next chapter, The Gateway is my signature coaching and mentorship programme designed to help you do exactly that.Find out about my signature coaching and mentorship programme, The Gateway >> HEREExplore my 90-minute Springboard Session Experience >> HEREBook a FREE 30-min discovery call with me >> HEREDownload my FREE GUIDE - '20 Ways To Claim Your Comeback' >> HEREFollow me on Instagram >> HEREWelcome to Do Your Thing - a bold, beautiful celebration of modern Motherhood, on YOUR terms.Hosted by Tamsin Williamson, The Identity & Self-Leadership Coach for Ambitious Women Ready To Redefine Life Beyond Motherhood.Every week, join me for open and unfiltered conversations with awe-inspiring women (who also happen to be mothers) about how they do their thing - in life, work and everything in between.Together, let's throw out the rule book, shed expectations and shine a light on just how varied and vibrant modern motherhood can be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sometimes the next chapter of your life isn't about becoming someone completely new.It's about coming home to YOU.This series was born out of navigating new beginnings, big transitions, and those seasons where life changes and somewhere along the way, you realize you've become disconnected from yourself.Maybe you're navigating an identity transition.A professional transition.A personal transition.Or maybe you just know that who you've been no longer feels aligned with where you're going.The Reconnection Series is about reconnecting back to YOU.Who you really are.What you want.What you truly desire.What matters to you and WHY it matters.Because we are navigating BIG, FULL lives.We're ambitious.We want more.We want to grow.We want to become better.And at the same time, we're navigating obstacles, circumstances, pressure, and transitions that can pull us away from ourselves.Throughout this series, we're going to reconnect to four things:CONNECTION to what you want and why it's meaningful to you.PURPOSE and what you are uniquely here to bring to the table.DRIVE and how to honor your ambition while still having gratitude for where you are right now.COURAGE to do hard things, navigate pressure, and confidently move through whatever season you're in.In this introductory episode, I'm sharing how The Reconnection Series was born, why I created it, what we're going to work through together, and what I want you to walk away with on the other side.If you've been feeling disconnected from yourself lately or you're standing in the middle of a transition wondering who you are in this next chapter…Start here.Go listen to Ep. 175: The Reconnection Series now.Then, come join The Shift and do this work with us this month, starting tomorrow, Thursday, September 3rd.Join The Shift Here

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Lost Passport, New Beginnings: A Journey of Reconnection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-09-01-07-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Het was een drukke ochtend op Schiphol.En: It was a busy morning at Schiphol.Nl: De herfstwind blies zachtjes door de terminals, waar reizigers zich haastten naar hun bestemmingen.En: The autumn wind softly blew through the terminals, where travelers hurried to their destinations.Nl: Johannes, een lichte frons op zijn voorhoofd, wandelde richting de gate.En: Johannes, a light frown on his forehead, walked towards the gate.Nl: Hij had een zwarte aktetas stevig onder zijn arm geklemd en hoorde de afwisselende geluiden van koffers die over de vloer rolden en vluchtinformatie over de intercom.En: He had a black briefcase clutched tightly under his arm and heard the alternating sounds of suitcases rolling across the floor and flight information over the intercom.Nl: Johannes was op weg naar Eva, zijn dochter.En: Johannes was on his way to Eva, his daughter.Nl: Ze studeerde in het buitenland en hij had haar al maanden niet gezien.En: She was studying abroad, and he hadn't seen her in months.Nl: De gedachte aan hun laatste koude gesprek deed hem nog steeds pijn.En: The thought of their last cold conversation still pained him.Nl: Hij was vastbesloten om het beter te maken, een nieuw begin voor hun relatie te creëren.En: He was determined to make it better, to create a new beginning for their relationship.Nl: Terwijl Johannes stap voor stap dichter naar de gate liep, voelde hij zijn zakken.En: As Johannes took step after step closer to the gate, he felt his pockets.Nl: Het zweet brak hem uit toen hij zijn paspoort niet vond.En: Sweat broke out as he couldn't find his passport.Nl: Hij stopte abrupt, zijn hart bonsde in zijn borst.En: He stopped abruptly, his heart pounding in his chest.Nl: Hij moest het ergens in de veiligheidszone verloren hebben.En: He must have lost it somewhere in the security zone.Nl: De tijd tikte door, en zijn vlucht zou spoedig vertrekken.En: Time was ticking, and his flight would soon depart.Nl: Moest hij zijn zoektocht beginnen buiten de beveiligingssluizen?En: Should he start his search outside the security checkpoints?Nl: Of wachten en hopen dat iemand het gevonden had?En: Or wait and hope someone had found it?Nl: Hij wist dat zijn besluit het verschil zou maken tussen Eva zien of nog maanden moeten wachten.En: He knew his decision would make the difference between seeing Eva or having to wait months longer.Nl: Net op dat moment sprak Sophie, een vrouw met een warme glimlach.En: Just at that moment, Sophie, a woman with a warm smile, spoke.Nl: "Is dit uw paspoort?"En: "Is this your passport?"Nl: vroeg ze, terwijl ze het boekje omhoog hield.En: she asked, as she held up the booklet.Nl: Johannes kon zijn opluchting niet verbergen terwijl hij knikte en het dankbaar van haar aannam.En: Johannes couldn't hide his relief as he nodded and gratefully accepted it from her.Nl: Met de wind in de rug haastte hij zich naar de boarding en uiteindelijk, met dank aan Sophie, zat hij veilig in zijn stoel.En: With the wind at his back, he hurried to the boarding and eventually, thanks to Sophie, he sat safely in his seat.Nl: Terwijl het vliegtuig langzaam de lucht in ging, dacht Johannes na over hoe een simpele daad van vriendelijkheid zo'n impact op zijn leven kon hebben.En: As the plane slowly ascended, Johannes thought about how a simple act of kindness could have such an impact on his life.Nl: Hij besloot toen dat hij meer tijd met Eva wilde doorbrengen.En: He decided then that he wanted to spend more time with Eva.Nl: Hij wist hoe snel de tijd ging en hoeveel hij had gemist.En: He knew how quickly time passed and how much he had missed.Nl: Johannes sloot zijn ogen, vastbesloten om de afstand te overbruggen, zowel letterlijk als figuurlijk, terwijl het vliegtuig richting zijn bestemming zweefde.En: Johannes closed his eyes, determined to bridge the gap, both literally and figuratively, as the plane soared towards its destination.Nl: De kennismaking met vreemden had hem een waardevolle les geleerd: dat verbindingen, of ze nu kort of levenslang zijn, altijd gekoesterd moeten worden.En: The interaction with strangers had taught him a valuable lesson: that connections, whether brief or lifelong, should always be cherished.Nl: Het was tijd om prioriteiten te herzien en zijn familie de aandacht te geven die ze verdienden.En: It was time to reassess priorities and give his family the attention they deserved. Vocabulary Words:busy: drukketerminal: terminalstraveler: reizigersdestination: bestemmingenfrown: fronsclutched: geklemdalternating: afwisselendeto ascend: de lucht in gingvaluable: waardevollesweat: zweetclutched: geklemdintercom: intercomforehead: voorhoofdpassport: paspoortgrateful: dankbaarcherished: gekoesterdboarding: boardingpounding: bonsdeto lose: verlorento reassess: herziendetermined: vastbeslotencheckpoints: beveiligingssluizento create: creëreninteraction: kennismakingstranger: vreemdenfiguratively: figuurlijkto bridge: overbruggenpriorities: prioriteitenconnections: verbindingenact of kindness: daad van vriendelijkheid

The Emfuleni Local Municipality in the Vaal says it has lost 8-point-3 million rand due to an illegal electricity reconnection scam. Seven Emfuleni employees appeared in the Vanderbijlpark Magistate's Court today (Monday 31 August) facing charges of fraud, theft, money laundering and tampering with essential infrastructure in connection with the scam. Thabiso Radebe reports..

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Rediscovering Friendship: Sigrid's Bergen Homecoming Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-08-25-22-34-01-no Story Transcript:No: Lukten av nytraktet kaffe fylte luften.En: The smell of freshly brewed coffee filled the air.No: Den lille kaffebaren i Bergen var Sigrids tilfluktssted, et sted der tiden sto stille.En: The little café in Bergen was Sigrid's refuge, a place where time stood still.No: Hun tok et dypt pust og gikk inn, hjertet slo litt raskere.En: She took a deep breath and went in, her heart beating a bit faster.No: Den varme sommerdagen ute gjorde stedet enda mer innbydende med sine store vinduer som slapp inn lyset fra gaten.En: The warm summer day outside made the place even more inviting with its large windows letting in the light from the street.No: Sigrid hadde nettopp flyttet tilbake til Bergen etter mange år i utlandet.En: Sigrid had just moved back to Bergen after many years abroad.No: Minnene kom strømmende tilbake da hun satte seg ved et bord nær vinduet.En: Memories came flooding back as she sat down by a table near the window.No: Her hadde hun tilbrakt utallige timer med vennene sine, Eirik og Astrid.En: Here she had spent countless hours with her friends, Eirik and Astrid.No: Eirik kom først.En: Eirik arrived first.No: Han var som alltid, rolig og praktisk.En: He was as always, calm and practical.No: Han hilste med et varmt smil, noe som fikk Sigrid til å føle seg mer hjemme igjen.En: He greeted with a warm smile, which made Sigrid feel more at home again.No: "Lenge siden sist, Sigrid," sa han enkelt.En: "Long time no see, Sigrid," he said simply.No: Han satte seg ned og de begynte å snakke om alt og ingenting.En: He sat down and they started talking about everything and nothing.No: Astrid kom inn som en liten virvelvind, akkurat som Sigrid husket henne.En: Astrid came in like a little whirlwind, just as Sigrid remembered her.No: Spontan og full av liv, med en ny gnist i øynene.En: Spontaneous and full of life, with a new spark in her eyes.No: "Sigrid!En: "Sigrid!No: Dette har vi savnet!En: We've missed this!"No: " ropte hun og ga Sigrid en stor klem.En: she shouted and gave Sigrid a big hug.No: Astrid hadde endret seg.En: Astrid had changed.No: Det var noe nytt, noe modent i henne, men likevel kjent.En: There was something new, something mature in her, but still familiar.No: De snakket lenge, men jo mer de snakket, jo mer merket Sigrid endringene.En: They talked for a long time, but the more they talked, the more Sigrid noticed the changes.No: Hun var spent, nesten redd, for hadde de endret seg så mye at de ikke lenger passet sammen?En: She was anxious, almost scared, because had they changed so much that they no longer fit together?No: "Husker dere den gangen vi mistet bussen til Ulriken?En: "Do you remember that time we missed the bus to Ulriken?"No: " spurte Eirik med et glimt i øyet.En: Eirik asked with a gleam in his eye.No: De lo alle tre, minnene lette stemningen, men like under overflaten lå pulsen av uforløst konflikt.En: They all laughed, the memories lightened the mood, but just beneath the surface lay the pulse of unresolved conflict.No: "Sigrid," sa Astrid til slutt, "vi har savnet deg.En: "Sigrid," Astrid said finally, "we've missed you.No: Men jeg følte vi gled bort fra hverandre.En: But I felt like we drifted apart."No: "Sigrid nikket, og med tårer i øynene innrømmet hun: "Jeg følte meg ofte så langt vekk, selv da jeg var her.En: Sigrid nodded, and with tears in her eyes, she admitted: "I often felt so far away, even when I was here.No: Fryktet at jeg ikke passet inn igjen.En: I feared I didn't fit in anymore."No: "De tre vennene hadde mye å si.En: The three friends had much to say.No: Fortiden møtte nåtiden, og de konfronterte hvordan livene deres hadde utviklet seg.En: The past met the present, and they confronted how their lives had developed.No: Lettelsen kom når Sigrid sa: "Kanskje vi har forandret oss, men det betyr ikke at vi ikke kan finne tilbake til hverandre.En: Relief came when Sigrid said: "Maybe we have changed, but that doesn't mean we can't find our way back to each other."No: "De lo og gråt, delte minner, gjenopplevde gamle dager og så frem mot nye.En: They laughed and cried, shared memories, relived old days, and looked forward to new ones.No: Til slutt fant Sigrid fred, innså at forandring ikke var en fiende.En: In the end, Sigrid found peace, realizing that change was not an enemy.No: Hun omfavnet de gamle vennskapene med en ny forståelse.En: She embraced the old friendships with a new understanding.No: Kaffebaren rundt dem knyttet tråder av fortid og nåtid sammen, i lyset av en sommerdag i Bergen.En: The café around them wove threads of past and present together, in the light of a summer day in Bergen.No: Sigrid bestemte seg for å bli.En: Sigrid decided to stay.No: Bergen var hjemmet hennes, og vennene hennes var hennes familie.En: Bergen was her home, and her friends were her family.No: Hun smilte for seg selv.En: She smiled to herself.No: Dette var en ny begynnelse.En: This was a new beginning.No: De hadde kanskje endret seg, men vennskapet deres var like fullt av liv og kjærlighet.En: They may have changed, but their friendship was still full of life and love. Vocabulary Words:brew: trakterefuge: tilfluktsstedinviting: innbydendeabroad: utlandetcountless: utalligepractical: praktiskspontaneous: spontanwhirlwind: virvelvindmature: modenanxious: spentgleam: glimtpulse: pulssettle: innseembrace: omfavnerelief: lettelseunresolved: uforløstsurface: overflateconfronted: konfrontertedeveloped: utvikletspark: gnistdrift: glethread: trådrealizing: innsåfear: fryktpast: fortidpresent: nåtidadmit: innrømmememories: minnerfit: passepeace: fred

Dans ce nouvel épisode du Pod'Casque, Le Onze et Jay Seven reçoivent Paranoize, rappeur montréalais trilingue au parcours aussi riche que mouvementé.Originaire de Saint-Michel, Paranoize revient sur ses débuts dans le hip-hop, ses influences des années 90, son apprentissage du français, de l'anglais et de l'espagnol, ainsi que les nombreuses figures qui ont marqué son parcours.Il raconte également les périodes plus difficiles de sa vie, les projets qui n'ont jamais vu le jour, son éloignement de la musique pendant plusieurs années et son passage au Mexique, où il a retrouvé une nouvelle énergie artistique et développé des connexions avec la scène latino-américaine.La conversation se penche aussi sur son retour à Montréal, sa vision du hip-hop actuel, les gatekeepers de l'industrie, l'importance de préserver l'héritage de la culture et la nécessité de transmettre cette histoire aux nouvelles générations.Abonnez-vous à notre PATREON : https://www.patreon.com/Podcasque00:00 Reconnection et nouvelle musique08:10 Caya, Longzone et la Rive-Sud14:15 Origines, identité et Montréal à l'époque20:00 Ses débuts dans le hip-hop26:15 Centre d'accueil et arrivée sur la Rive-Sud33:00 Son pire moment dans le hip-hop37:45 Époque 2007 & les feats43:50 Agua Negra et la scène latine50:00 Gatekeepers, structure et projets à venir56:30 Le Mexique et les connexions latines internationalesINTRO — CRÉDITSLogo & animation : Seb StewartMusique : DJ Mike CheddaScratch : DJ KleancutRéalisation, tournage & montage : SPRK-XProduction : ONZMTLRemerciements à :Smoke Signals KanesatakeONZMTL — 2026 ©

Welcome back to PART 3 of The Reconnection Series!My free five-part coaching journey for ambitious mums where each podcast episode explores one simple question designed to help you reconnect with yourself as your next chapter unfolds.In PART 1, we started noticing ourselves.In PART 2, we moved from awareness into connection, getting curious about who we are now and what makes us feel more like ourselves.In PART 3, we began rebuilding trust in ourselves.And now, in part 4, it's time to CHOOSE and LEAD ourselves through life.This week's juicy question to ask yourself is: What would the woman I'm becoming choose?When we're navigating change or standing on the edge of a new chapter, it can be easy to get stuck asking:What should I do? What makes the most sense?What does everyone else need from me?But what if you paused and asked a different question...one that was much more 'YOU-centred'This episode is an invitation to step out of the noise of the present moment - and instead connect with the version of you you're already becoming.Not some perfect future version of yourself. Just you, a little further along the road.Your Reconnection Experiment: A Message From Future YouImagine yourself a litte way into the future - maybe a few months from now...And imagine yourself living your life from a place where your current circumstances have shifted a bit.Perhaps life feels more aligned, connected and intentional. Really slow down enough to connect with that vision and that version of yourself...Then ask yourself:What would 'future me' want me to know right now?What would she encourage me to stop doing?What would she tell me to trust?What would she remind me matters?What would she encourage me to choose?AND: What does future me want to thank current me for?Capture your thoughts, however feels natural, and without overthinking it.You might be surprised by what comes through when you give yourself permission to listen to your own inner knowing.Because sometimes the clarity we're looking for isn't found by thinking harder about the present...it's found by connecting with the woman we're becoming.I'd love to hear what wisdom 'Future You' has to share with you - drop me an email or DM me on Instagram and let me know me!ABOUT YOUR HOST - Tamsin WilliamsonIf you're ready to explore this work more deeply, you'll find details of all the ways we can connect or work together below:Find out about my signature coaching and mentorship programme, The Gateway >> HEREExplore my 90-minute Springboard Session Experience >> HEREBook a FREE 30-min discovery call with me >> HEREDownload my FREE GUIDE - '20 Ways To Claim Your Comeback' >> HEREFollow me on Instagram >> HEREWelcome to Do Your Thing - a bold, beautiful celebration of modern Motherhood, on YOUR terms.Hosted by Tamsin Williamson, The Identity & Self-Leadership Coach for Ambitious Women Ready To Redefine Life Beyond Motherhood.Every week, join me for open and unfiltered conversations with awe-inspiring women (who also happen to be mothers) about how they do their thing - in life, work and everything in between.Together, let's throw out the rule book, shed expectations and shine a light on just how varied and vibrant modern motherhood can be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Mosaic of Emotions: A Barcelona Tale of Hope and Reconnection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2026-08-17-07-38-19-ca Story Transcript:Ca: El sol de l'estiu brillava intensament sobre Park Güell, reflectint-se en els mosaics vibrants que decoraven el parc.En: The summer sun shone brightly over Park Güell, reflecting off the vibrant mosaics that decorated the park.Ca: Les formes ondulants i els colors vius de Gaudí captivaven els visitants, mentre l'olor dels pins omplia l'aire amb un aroma fresc.En: The undulating shapes and vivid colors of Gaudí captivated the visitors, while the scent of pine trees filled the air with a fresh aroma.Ca: Núria, una artista de Barcelona, caminava pels senders del parc.En: Núria, an artist from Barcelona, walked along the park's paths.Ca: Les seves passes la conduïen a buscar un petit mercat improvisat.En: Her steps led her to seek out a small makeshift market.Ca: Volia trobar un record, alguna cosa significativa per a enviar a Marc.En: She wanted to find a keepsake, something meaningful to send to Marc.Ca: Marc vivia a França, i des de feia temps, Núria tenia ganes de reconnectar amb ell.En: Marc lived in France, and for some time, Núria had been yearning to reconnect with him.Ca: Mentre mirava les paradetes, es va trobar amb Isabel, la seva amiga també passejant pel parc.En: While browsing the stalls, she came across Isabel, her friend who was also strolling through the park.Ca: "Hola, Núria!En: "Hello, Núria!Ca: Com estàs?En: How are you?"Ca: ", li va preguntar alegre.En: she asked cheerfully.Ca: "Busco un record per a Marc", va respondre Núria amb un somriure tímid.En: "I'm looking for a keepsake for Marc," Núria responded with a shy smile.Ca: "Una cosa que representi Barcelona i els bons moments que vam compartir".En: "Something that represents Barcelona and the good times we shared."Ca: Isabel va somriure i la va animar a obrir-se.En: Isabel smiled and encouraged her to open up.Ca: "Per què no li dius el que sents amb un detall especial?En: "Why don't you tell him how you feel with a special token?"Ca: ", li va suggerir Isabel.En: suggested Isabel.Ca: Junts, van inspeccionar les paradetes fins a arribar a una que oferia petites obres d'art fetes de mosaic.En: Together, they inspected the stalls until they reached one offering small works of art made from mosaic.Ca: Un d'ells va captar immediatament l'atenció de Núria: un trencadís de colors vius amb la forma de la Sagrada Família.En: One piece immediately caught Núria's attention: a vibrant multicolored mosaic in the shape of the Sagrada Família.Ca: "És perfecte", va murmurar Núria, tocant suaument la peça.En: "It's perfect," Núria murmured, gently touching the piece.Ca: "Li recordarà a Barcelona i als nostres passejos pel parc", va dir emocionada.En: "It will remind him of Barcelona and our walks through the park," she said, excited.Ca: Isabel va assentir, donant-li ànims.En: Isabel nodded, encouraging her.Ca: "Acompanya-ho d'una nota personal.En: "Accompany it with a personal note.Ca: Serà una manera sincera de mostrar-li com et sents.En: It will be an honest way to show him how you feel."Ca: "Núria va respirar profundament abans d'escriure una nota amb cura: "Marc, espero que aquest petit record et porti una mica de Barcelona.En: Núria took a deep breath before carefully writing a note: "Marc, I hope this little keepsake brings you a piece of Barcelona.Ca: Penso en tu amb freqüència i espero que puguem parlar aviat.En: I think of you often and hope we can talk soon.Ca: Núria.En: Núria."Ca: "Amb el cor una mica més alleugerit, va empaquetar el trencadís i la nota, i a la tarda va enviar el paquet a França.En: With her heart feeling a bit lighter, she packaged the mosaic and the note, and in the afternoon, sent the parcel to France.Ca: Mentrestant, la calor de l'estiu continuava envaint la ciutat, però Núria sentia un calaix d'aire fresc dins del seu pit.En: Meanwhile, the summer heat continued to engulf the city, but Núria felt a breath of fresh air within her chest.Ca: Ara se sentia més oberta a compartir els seus sentiments i abraçar aquesta vulnerabilitat.En: She now felt more open to sharing her feelings and embracing this vulnerability.Ca: Mentre veia com el sol es posava sobre les torres de ceràmica, Núria es va sentir plena d'esperança.En: As she watched the sun set over the ceramic towers, Núria felt full of hope.Ca: Havia fet el primer pas, i això la feia sentir lliure.En: She had taken the first step, and that made her feel free.Ca: Per primera vegada en molt de temps, somiava amb el que podia arribar a passar, i aquell somni la feia somriure.En: For the first time in a long while, she dreamed of what might happen, and that dream made her smile. Vocabulary Words:the summer: l'estiuthe sun: el solthe mosaic: el mosaicthe shape: la formathe scent: l'olorthe pine tree: el pithe aroma: l'aromathe artist: l'artistathe path: el senderthe market: el mercatthe keepsake: el recordthe yearning: el desigto reconnect: reconnectarthe stall: la paradato stroll: passejarto encourage: animarthe token: el detallto inspect: inspeccionarthe work of art: l'obra d'artthe multicolored: el multicolorthe piece: la peçato murmur: murmurarto touch: tocarto remind: recordarthe note: la notato embrace: abraçarthe vulnerability: la vulnerabilitatto engulf: envairto share: compartirto dream: somiar

Welcome back to PART 3 of The Reconnection Series!My free five-part coaching journey for ambitious mums where each podcast episode explores one simple question designed to help you reconnect with yourself as your next chapter unfolds.In PART 1, we started noticing ourselves.In PART 2, we moved from awareness into connection, getting curious about who we are now and what makes us feel more like ourselves.And now, in part 3, it's time to build TRUST.This week's juicy question to ask yourself is: Can I trust myself?Because self-trust isn't something that simply falls into your lap.It's something you actively build - through the small promises you make and keep to yourself.In this episode, we'll explore why confidence often comes after action, rather than before it, and how keeping one small, meaningful promise to yourself can begin to rebuild your trust in your own ability to follow through.Your Reconnection Experiment: The Power of One PromiseChoose one small promise you want to make to yourself this week.Then grab a pen and answer the following sentences:My promise is…This matters because…When I keep this promise, I'm reminding myself that…Keep it small. Keep it meaningful. And most importantly, make it something you genuinely want to honour.And see how it feels to show up for yourself consistently in a way that truly matters to YOU.Because every promise you keep becomes another piece of evidence that you CAN rely on yourself in this season of your life - and beyond!I'd love to hear the promise you choose for yourself - drop me an email or DM me on Instagram and tell me!ABOUT YOUR HOST - Tamsin WilliamsonIf you're ready to explore this work more deeply, you'll find details of all the ways we can connect or work together below:Find out about my signature coaching and mentorship programme, The Gateway >> HEREExplore my 90-minute Springboard Session Experience >> HEREBook a FREE 30-min discovery call with me >> HEREDownload my FREE GUIDE - '20 Ways To Claim Your Comeback' >> HEREFollow me on Instagram >> HEREWelcome to Do Your Thing - a bold, beautiful celebration of modern Motherhood, on YOUR terms.Hosted by Tamsin Williamson, The Identity & Self-Leadership Coach for Ambitious Women Ready To Redefine Life Beyond Motherhood.Every week, join me for open and unfiltered conversations with awe-inspiring women (who also happen to be mothers) about how they do their thing - in life, work and everything in between.Together, let's throw out the rule book, shed expectations and shine a light on just how varied and vibrant modern motherhood can be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Journey to Self: Reconnecting with Your Roots Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-08-06-22-34-01-da Story Transcript:Da: Astrid stod stille ved perronen på Københavns Hovedbanegård.En: Astrid stood still at the platform on Københavns Hovedbanegård.Da: Sommerens varme vind legede med hendes hår, mens lyden af summende menneskemængder fyldte luften.En: The warm summer wind played with her hair, while the sound of buzzing crowds filled the air.Da: Hun trak vejret dybt ind.En: She took a deep breath.Da: Hun var på vej mod fortiden.En: She was heading towards the past.Da: Jens så hende fra den anden side af stationen.En: Jens saw her from the other side of the station.Da: Han vinkede, og hun vinkede tilbage med et lille smil.En: He waved, and she waved back with a small smile.Da: Det var et øjeblik, hun havde ventet på, men også frygtet.En: It was a moment she had been waiting for but also feared.Da: Astrid ønskede at finde tilbage til sine rødder.En: Astrid wished to reconnect with her roots.Da: Hun følte, hun havde mistet noget vigtigt derhjemme.En: She felt she had lost something important at home.Da: "Er du sikker på, at du vil gøre det her?"En: "Are you sure you want to do this?"Da: spurgte Jens, da han stod ved hendes side.En: asked Jens, as he stood by her side.Da: Hans stemme var rolig, han var altid jordnær, præcis hvad hun havde brug for.En: His voice was calm, he was always down-to-earth, exactly what she needed.Da: "Ja," sagde Astrid, mens hun kiggede på den moderne arkitektur blandet med de gamle bygninger omkring dem.En: "Yes," said Astrid, while she looked at the modern architecture mixed with the old buildings around them.Da: "Jeg har brug for at finde ud af, hvem jeg er, hvor jeg kommer fra."En: "I need to find out who I am, where I come from."Da: De steg ombord på toget.En: They boarded the train.Da: Pladserne var fyldt med mennesker på vej ud i verden eller hjem til dem selv.En: The seats were filled with people on their way out into the world or back to themselves.Da: Astrid tog sædet ved vinduet.En: Astrid took the seat by the window.Da: Mens toget kørte, tænkte hun på deres forældre.En: As the train moved, she thought about their parents.Da: Deres forhold var blevet distanceret.En: Their relationship had become distant.Da: De gamle minder var både søde og bitre.En: The old memories were both sweet and bitter.Da: Jens snakkede om småting, forsøgte at lette stemningen.En: Jens talked about little things, trying to lighten the mood.Da: Men Astrid var i sine tanker.En: But Astrid was lost in her thoughts.Da: Da de nærmede sig stationsbyen, åbnede Jens op.En: As they approached the station town, Jens opened up.Da: "Tror du, de er klar til at høre fra os?"En: "Do you think they are ready to hear from us?"Da: spurgte han.En: he asked.Da: Astrids hjerte bankede hurtigere.En: Astrid's heart beat faster.Da: Hvad nu hvis de ikke var?En: What if they weren't?Da: Alt, hvad hun havde frygtet, kunne blive til virkelighed.En: Everything she had feared could become a reality.Da: "Jeg ved ikke," indrømmede hun ærligt.En: "I don't know," she admitted honestly.Da: "Men det er vigtigt for mig."En: "But it's important to me."Da: Toget stoppede, og de trådte ud.En: The train stopped, and they stepped out.Da: Luften var fyldt med minder.En: The air was filled with memories.Da: Astrid følte en klump i halsen.En: Astrid felt a lump in her throat.Da: Mens de gik mod barndomshjemmet, begyndte de at tale.En: As they walked towards the childhood home, they began to talk.Da: Jens bragte en glemt oplevelse frem, grin og lethed fulgte.En: Jens brought up a forgotten experience, laughter and ease followed.Da: Diskussionen blev intens.En: The discussion became intense.Da: Astrid så på Jens, hun var tvunget til at vælge.En: Astrid looked at Jens, she was forced to choose.Da: "Jeg ved, det er et stor skridt," sagde Jens blidt.En: "I know it's a big step," Jens said gently.Da: "Men måske skal vi finde fred på vores egen måde."En: "But maybe we have to find peace in our own way."Da: Astrid stoppede.En: Astrid stopped.Da: Hun indså, at Jens havde ret.En: She realized that Jens was right.Da: Måske handlede det ikke om at konfrontere fortiden direkte, men om at acceptere den.En: Maybe it wasn't about confronting the past directly, but about accepting it.Da: Som en del af hende.En: As a part of her.Da: "Hvad siger du?"En: "What do you say?"Da: spurgte Jens.En: asked Jens.Da: "Jeg tror, jeg vil slutte fred," sagde Astrid.En: "I think I want to make peace," said Astrid.Da: Hun kiggede på ham, smilende.En: She looked at him, smiling.Da: De vendte om, gik langs den smalle vej.En: They turned back, walked along the narrow road.Da: Sammen.En: Together.Da: Astrid følte sig lettere nu.En: Astrid felt lighter now.Da: Hun havde Jens.En: She had Jens.Da: Deres minder, deres bånd var nok.En: Their memories, their bond was enough.Da: Hun havde fundet det, hun ledte efter.En: She had found what she was looking for.Da: Ikke i fortiden, men i nuet.En: Not in the past, but in the present.Da: Øjeblikket var fyldt af en stille tilfredshed.En: The moment was filled with a quiet contentment.Da: Det var begyndelsen til noget nyt.En: It was the beginning of something new. Vocabulary Words:platform: perronbuzzing: summendebreathed: trak vejretreconnect: finde tilbageroots: røddercalm: roligmodern: modernearchitecture: arkitekturseats: pladserdistant: distanceretbitter: bitrelighten: lettefeared: frygtedelump: klumpchildhood: barndomforgotten: glemtgentle: blidtforced: tvungetconfront: konfrontereaccepting: accepterecontentment: tilfredshedbond: båndease: lethedreality: virkelighedhometown: hjemmemories: minderwind: vindintense: intensapproached: nærmedepeace: fred

[REBROADCAST FROM Jun 2, 2026] Celebrated author and bookstore owner Ann Patchett discusses her latest novel, Whistler, which tells the story of a woman and her old step-father who reconnect many years after the events that separated them.   Cover art courtesy of the publisher Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fluent Fiction - Korean: Unity at Gyeongbokgung: A Family's Journey to Reconnection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2026-08-01-07-38-20-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 경복궁의 여름 축제 날이었다.En: It was the day of the summer festival at Gyeongbokgung.Ko: 햇빛 아래 궁궐은 아름다웠고, 전통 음악이 울려 퍼지며 번화한 분위기를 더했다.En: Under the sunlight, the palace was beautiful, and traditional music resonated, adding to the bustling atmosphere.Ko: 곳곳에 매달린 알록달록한 등, 그리고 전통적인 건축물이 어우러져 있었다.En: Colorful lanterns were hung everywhere, blending with the traditional architecture.Ko: 민지, 성호, 그리고 현우가 그곳을 방문했다.En: Minji, Seongho, and Hyunwoo visited the place.Ko: 민지는 가족이 오늘 하루를 특히나 잘 보내기를 바랐다.En: Minji hoped that the family would have an especially good day today.Ko: 최근 서로에게 좋아 보이지 않는 부분들이 있었지만, 그녀는 그것을 해결하고 싶었다.En: Recently, there were things that didn't look good between them, but she wanted to resolve them.Ko: 성호는 근심 어린 얼굴로 서 있었다.En: Seongho stood with a worried face.Ko: 머릿속엔 일이 가득했다.En: His mind was filled with work.Ko: 그는 가족들과 함께 있었지만, 그들과 함께하지 않는 듯했다.En: He was with his family, but it felt like he wasn't really there with them.Ko: 섭섭했다.En: He felt disappointed.Ko: 성호는 혼자 서서 하늘을 응시했다.En: Seongho stood alone, gazing at the sky.Ko: 현우는 조금 떨어진 곳에 서 있었다.En: Hyunwoo stood a little distance away.Ko: 그의 눈은 자신의 휴대폰 화면에 고정되어 있었다.En: His eyes were fixed on his phone screen.Ko: 모처럼의 가족 휴가에 혼자는 아니었지만, 자신이 동떨어진 느낌이었다.En: Although he was not alone on this rare family vacation, he felt detached.Ko: 그는 손가락을 빨리 움직이며 메시지를 주고 받고 있었다.En: He was quickly typing, exchanging messages.Ko: 민지는 실망하지 않으려 애썼다.En: Minji tried not to feel disappointed.Ko: 그녀는 생각했다, "어떻게든 가족이 함께 어울릴 방법이 필요해."En: She thought, "We need a way for the family to get along somehow."Ko: 그래서 그녀는 가족의 손을 잡고, 전통 놀이가 이루어지는 곳으로 갔다.En: So she took her family's hands and went to a place where traditional games were being played.Ko: "우리, 제기차기 한번 해보자," 민지가 말했다.En: "Let's try playing jegichagi," Minji said.Ko: 모든 사람이 처음엔 망설였지만, 곧 둥글게 모여 제기를 차기 시작했다.En: Everyone hesitated at first, but soon they gathered in a circle and started playing jegichagi.Ko: 미소가 피어났고 웃음소리가 번졌다.En: Smiles bloomed, and laughter spread.Ko: 그런데, 놀이 중에 현우가 제기를 세게 차서 성호의 머리 위로 날아갔다.En: However, during the game, Hyunwoo kicked the jegi hard, sending it flying over Seongho's head.Ko: 민지는 재빨리 다가가 중재했다.En: Minji quickly stepped in to mediate.Ko: 작은 다툼이 일어났지만, 그것은 곧 서로의 마음속 이야기를 듣게 되는 계기가 되었다.En: A small argument broke out, but it became an opportunity for them to listen to each other's feelings.Ko: "아빠, 우린 정말 아빠가 어떻게 느끼는지 알고 싶어요," 민지가 조심스럽게 말했다.En: "Dad, we really want to know how you feel," Minji said carefully.Ko: 그 순간 성호는 깊이 숨을 내쉬었다.En: At that moment, Seongho took a deep breath.Ko: "요즘 일이 많아서 정신이 없어. 너희들한테 신경을 못 써서 미안해," 성호가 말했다.En: "I've been so busy with work lately that I haven't been able to pay attention to you. I'm sorry," Seongho said.Ko: 민지는 다시 입을 열었다.En: Minji spoke again.Ko: "그리고, 현우도. 너도 우리와 함께 있어줬으면 좋겠어."En: "And, Hyunwoo, too. I hope you'll be with us."Ko: 현우는 생각에 잠김 듯 고개를 끄덕였다.En: Hyunwoo nodded thoughtfully.Ko: "맞아, 나도 무심했던 것 같아. 미안해."En: "Yeah, I guess I've been neglectful. I'm sorry."Ko: 가족은 그 순간 서로를 마주 보았다.En: The family looked at each other at that moment.Ko: 그들의 옆에서 흘러 나오던 음악은 따뜻하게 변했다.En: The music flowing beside them turned warm.Ko: 민지는 미소를 지었다.En: Minji smiled.Ko: 그녀는 느꼈다, 작은 변화가 시작되었다고.En: She felt that a small change had begun.Ko: 그 날 이후, 가족은 서로에게 솔직해지기로 했다.En: After that day, the family decided to be honest with each other.Ko: 민지는 자신이 필요로 하는 것에 대해 더 적극적으로 이야기할 것이다.En: Minji would be more proactive in talking about what she needed.Ko: 이제 그들은 함께 걷기 시작한 것이다, 더욱 단단한 가족으로.En: Now they began to walk together, as a stronger family. Vocabulary Words:resonated: 울려 퍼지다bustling: 번화한architecture: 건축물disappointed: 섭섭했다gazing: 응시했다detached: 동떨어진mediate: 중재하다neglectful: 무심하다proactive: 적극적인resolve: 해결하다hesitated: 망설였다bloomed: 피어났다exchange: 주고받다sincerely: 조심스럽게honest: 솔직하다transformed: 변했다hover: 날아가다hesitation: 망설임initiative: 적극성worthy: 필요하다unfolding: 일어났다opportunity: 계기gesture: 섬세하다dreary: 곤란한dubious: 의심스러운embellishment: 장식하다inevitable: 불가피한perceptive: 민감한steadfast: 확고한contemplative: 명상적인

July 31, 2026 ~ Chris and Lloyd talk with Eric Larson, CEO of the Detroit Downtown Partnership, about the effort to reconnect Detroit neighborhoods long divided by I-75. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Embracing Vulnerability: Siblings Reconnect in Bükk Hills Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-07-26-22-34-01-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A nap ragyogó fényben árasztotta el a bükk hegyei közt megbúvó kis faházat.En: The sun bathed the small wooden cabin hidden among the hills of Bükk in radiant light.Hu: A fák zöld lombja lágyan zizegett a szélben.En: The green foliage of the trees rustled gently in the wind.Hu: Bent a házban Zsófia finoman terítette meg az asztalt, pihében nézte a kezét, ahogy a villa helyét kereste.En: Inside the house, Zsófia delicately set the table, watching her hand as she searched for the spot for the fork.Hu: Gondolatok cikáztak a fejében a családi összejövetel miatt.En: Thoughts raced through her mind about the family gathering.Hu: "István, kérlek segíts az előkészületekben!En: "István, please help with the preparations!"Hu: " - szólt oda a vidám, mindig tettre kész unokatestvérnek.En: she called out to her cheerful, always ready-to-act cousin.Hu: István mosolyogva lépett a konyha felé, már szinte ugrásra készen.En: István stepped towards the kitchen with a smile, almost ready to spring into action.Hu: "Persze, Zsófi, mit szólsz egy közös társasjátékhoz később?En: "Of course, Zsófi, how about a board game together later?Hu: Valami, ami összehozza a családot.En: Something to bring the family together."Hu: "Eközben Péter a teraszon ült, egy könyvbe mélyedve.En: Meanwhile, Péter sat on the terrace, engrossed in a book.Hu: Az utóbbi években ritkán beszélt Zsófiával, nyugalomra és távolságra vágyott.En: In recent years, he had rarely spoken to Zsófia, seeking peace and distance.Hu: De most, ebben a békés nyárban, Zsófia úgy döntött, hogy megpróbál valamit tenni.En: But now, in this peaceful summer, Zsófia decided to try to do something.Hu: Testvéreket csak egyszer kap az ember, és ő nem akarta elveszíteni a kapcsolatot Péterrel.En: You only get siblings once in life, and she did not want to lose the connection with Péter.Hu: "Mit szólnál egy túrához holnap a hegyekben?En: "How about a hike tomorrow in the mountains?"Hu: " - kérdezte Zsófia lágyan Pétertől.En: Zsófia asked gently of Péter.Hu: "Jó lenne kicsit kettesben, hogy utolérjük egymást.En: "It would be nice to catch up a bit, just the two of us."Hu: "Péter felnézett, kissé vonakodva, de Zsófia tekintetében ott sikoltott a vágy találkozásukra.En: Péter looked up, somewhat reluctantly, but in Zsófia's eyes, the desire for their meeting screamed out.Hu: "Rendben, Zsófi" - felelte végül, és visszapillantott könyvére, bár gondolatai már a túrára irányultak.En: "All right, Zsófi," he finally replied, and returned his gaze to his book, although his thoughts were already on the hike.Hu: A következő napon a testvérek elindultak az erdei ösvényen.En: The next day, the siblings set out on the forest path.Hu: A fák között sétálva Zsófia először csendesen lépkedett, majd megszólalt.En: Walking among the trees, Zsófia initially stepped silently, then spoke up.Hu: "Tudom, hogy sok minden félrecsúszott közöttünk.En: "I know a lot has gone wrong between us."Hu: "Péter sóhajtott, megállt, és komótosan válaszolt.En: Péter sighed, stopped, and responded leisurely.Hu: "Igen, voltak nézeteltéréseink.En: "Yes, we've had our disagreements.Hu: De fontos vagy nekem, és nem akarok haragban lenni.En: But you are important to me, and I don't want to be at odds."Hu: "Könnycsepp jelent meg Zsófia szemében.En: A tear appeared in Zsófia's eye.Hu: Egymásra néztek, és olyan mély, őszinte beszélgetés kezdődött, amit már régen kellett volna lefolytatniuk.En: They looked at each other, and a deep, honest conversation began that they had long ago needed to have.Hu: Mindketten megnyíltak, megosztották félelmeiket és reményeiket.En: Both of them opened up, sharing their fears and hopes.Hu: Amikor visszatértek a faházhoz, a fák zöldje még élénkebben ragyogott, az ég kékje végtelennek tűnt felettük.En: When they returned to the cabin, the greenery of the trees shone even more vividly, and the blue of the sky seemed endless above them.Hu: István már előkészített néhány játékot a teraszon, nevetése messzire hallatszott.En: István had already prepared some games on the terrace, his laughter echoing far.Hu: Zsófia és Péter csatlakozott a többiekhez, és az összejövetel nevetéssel, melegséggel és újra felfedezett kötelékkel folytatódott.En: Zsófia and Péter joined the others, and the gathering continued with laughter, warmth, and a rediscovered bond.Hu: Zsófiának megnyílt a szíve: megértette, hogy sebezhetőséget megmutatni nem gyengeség, hanem a kapcsolatok erőteljes építője.En: Zsófia's heart opened: she understood that showing vulnerability is not a weakness, but a powerful builder of relationships.Hu: Most már nemcsak testvérek voltak, hanem igazi barátok is.En: Now they were not just siblings but true friends.Hu: Az est leszálltával a faházba burkolódzott a családi hőség és harmónia érzése.En: As night fell, the cabin was enveloped in a feeling of familial warmth and harmony.Hu: A hegyek zöldjén túl ragyogó együttlét köszönt rájuk.En: Beyond the greenery of the mountains, a radiant togetherness shone upon them. Vocabulary Words:bathed: árasztottafoliage: lombjadelicately: finomanpreparations: előkészületekcheerful: vidámready-to-act: tettre készengrossed: elmélyedverarely: ritkánpeace: nyugalomreluctantly: vonakodvadesire: vágyhike: túrasilently: csendesendisagreements: nézeteltérésekvividly: élénkebbenechoing: hallatszottvulnerability: sebezhetőségetweakness: gyengeségbuilder: építőjeharmony: harmóniafamily warmth: családi hőségradiant: ragyogórustled: zizegettscreamed: sikoltottbond: köteléksiblings: testvérekopen up: megnyíltakhopes: reményeireturn: visszatértgreenery: zöldje

Eric Pearl is an internationally recognized author, speaker, and former chiropractor best known for introducing The Reconnection® and Reconnective Healing®, approaches that he describes as facilitating healing through a spectrum of energy, light, and information. In The Reconnection – Heal Others, Heal Yourself, Dr. Pearl discusses his personal journey from conventional chiropractic practice to teaching these healing methods worldwide. He explores how individuals can cultivate greater awareness, well-being, and personal transformation through reconnecting with themselves and the world around them. Drawing on personal experiences, client testimonials, and years of international workshops, Dr. Pearl explains the philosophy behind Reconnective Healing and its growing global community of practitioners. While experiences reported by participants vary and the mechanisms behind these practices remain subjects of discussion and ongoing research, Dr. Pearl encourages listeners to approach healing with curiosity, openness, and a willingness to explore the relationship between mind, body, and consciousness.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all CANCOM/XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

This week on The Psychic Connection with Deborah Graham and Psychic Jessi, Discover firsthand how 12 energetic guardians, including a departed soulmate, are orchestrating your journey from beyond. From heart health secrets to unseen love triangles on the other side, this episode is packed with eye-opening insights. Jess shares how your spirit guides communicate through tiny signs—itches, dreams, and subtle nudges that can unlock profound healing. Deborah unveils the true meaning of soul energy, past life influences, and the importance of clearing trauma bonds to make space for love and success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep. 190. In this episode, I'm joined by Queen Michele, a spiritual educator, author, and founder, to explore ancestry, spirituality, and conscious living. We discuss her journey of reconnecting with her Fula heritage, visiting her ancestral homeland in Guinea-Bissau, building a life in Mexico, and the lessons she's learned about generational healing, New Earth consciousness, and raising Generation Alpha with intention.If you've ever wondered how reconnecting with your roots can transform the way you see yourself and the future, this conversation is for you.In this episode, we discuss:Queen's Fula HeritageAncestry and Ancestral PracticeNew Earth ConsciousnessGen Alpha's CurriculumBioQueen D. Michele is an author, blogger, and creator whose life bridges continents and consciousness. After living four years in Mexico's Lake Chapala region, she followed her ancestral trail to West Africa, discovering her Fula roots through African Ancestry DNA testing. She is the founder of the Fula History & Genealogy Society in America, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving African heritage and healing generational trauma. Queen's writings—like Traveling Home Together and The Road to WellBeing—guide readers through spiritual awakening and wholeness. Now based in San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico, she continues her mission of mindfulness, cultural reconnection, and conscious education through her curriculum 52 Insights for Gen Alpha.To explore Queen's writings, her blog My Soul's Journey Home, or to support the mission of the Fula History & Genealogy Society in America, visit fulaamerican.org.

Episode 83 will include our Chick Chat: a recap of what we've been up to in our daily lives. Spoiler Alert - Madison and Barry had some intense reconnection & Kenzie and Gary introduced Shibari to sexy friends!Connect with us: Instagram/X: @FWAT_Podcast Email: friendswithatwist@yahoo.com Website: friendswithatwist.comCheck out our Partners: Shivers Gummies: https://shivers.store - Coupon Code FWAT for 10% offShameless Care: ED Meds/Arousal Cream/STI Testing for Women: https://shamelesscare.sjv.io/fwat Coupon Code FWAT for a discountGame of Lifestyle Cards: https://www.gameoflifestyle.com - Coupon Code FWAT10 for 10% off

Playing Hide and Seek with Your Soul: A Guided Practice to Repair the Golden Healing WebChristel Arcucci introduces The Mystic Body Show as a body-based journey to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect to self. CHAKRA RECODE:If you've ever felt like your sensitivity is too much because you feel everything and you don't know what to do with it, this is for you.The Ecstatic Empath Chakra Recode Album is 13 guided hypnosis journeys through every layer of your energetic system, designed to recode your identity from overwhelmed empath to ecstatic empath for $22 Visit https://www.chakrarecode.comSpeaking from off-grid New Mexico during a lightning storm, she reflects on mind-driven pressure to fit in versus the soul's truth of love, describing hide-and-seek as the sacred rhythm of concealment and revelation, expansion and contraction, creation and destruction. Through breath and courageous listening, she explores deconstructing old programming, aligning with freedom, and sensing a golden healing web connecting all life that can be repaired through reconnection with nature and one another. Hypnosis Recode: If you're ready to consciously install a new operating system, a hypnosis recode session is designed to delete the default program. Stop pouring energy into the life you've outgrown and start living on your own terms. Book your session at https://empathrecode.com00:00 Ecstatic Emapth Welcome00:55 Listener Love And Offer01:35 Guided Practice Begins02:00 Stormy Soul Listening03:37 Hide And Seek Truth04:19 Breath Led Liberation06:38 Golden Healing Web09:21 Repair Through Nature11:08 Golden Threads In Body12:54 Enjoy The Divine Play13:41 Closing And Recode InviteQuestions? Message me here :-)Support the showDid you know the chapter you didn't dare write yet is already written?The Empath Recode helps you stop pouring energy into the life you've outgrown and pour every ounce of life force into the life you want to be living. We're not rehashing what didn't work. We're shifting the agreements you've been unconsciously keeping so you can release the version of yourself you built for everyone else and begin the pleasure-led, purpose-filled life that's been waiting for you.Begin your Unapologetic Era. https://www.EmpathRecode.com

Reconnection after losing a spouse starts with one overlooked truth — and most men who lost their wives have never heard it. Research from the Gottman Institute found that couples who stay emotionally connected don't have fewer problems. They simply turn toward each other more often in the small moments. A comment noticed. A question asked. A moment of reaching out that gets met instead of missed. Ezra doesn't need a grand gesture to begin rebuilding his life. He needs a bid. A small, honest reach toward something that matters — his own purpose, his own presence, a conversation he's been avoiding. In this episode, Ron "Simplified" Myers walks through what reconnection actually looks like for a man in the Rewrite season — not with a partner, but with himself, with his life, and with the future he hasn't given himself permission to want yet. The bids are still there. Small ones. Daily ones. This episode is about learning to see them — and choosing to make them. Get the Rewrite The Story book at https://books.by/simplified-uplifters-publishing Join the Uplifting Life Partners community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/simplifieduplifterscommunity And most important — remember, you are extraordinary. reconnection after loss, widower rebuilding, Rewrite The Story, Ron Simplified Myers, Simplified Uplifters, grief after losing wife, moving forward after loss, widower healing, men and grief, emotional reconnection, rebuilding after loss, identity after loss, widower YouTube, grief and purpose, men rebuilding after loss, Gottman bids for connection, emotional healing men, grief podcast, life after loss, widower

A new federal review threatens California's power to protect its coastline from oil and gas exploration. LA City Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez celebrates a project to reunite the north and south side of MacArthur Park. Several airports in SoCal are receiving federal funding for needed improvements. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

When Hashem is a Vendor, You're Just a CustomerThis class is the third in a series on a Maamar (discourse) by the Alter Rebbe, "Ani Hashem Elokeichem," which he said on Shabbos Parshas Shlach, 28 Sivan, 5570, June 30, 1810, published in Likkutei Torah Shlach. It was presented by Rabbi YY Jacobson on Wednesday, Parshas Pinchas, 16 Tammuz, 5786, July 1, 2026, at Bais Medrash Ohr Chaim in Monsey, NY.View Source Sheets: https://portal.theyeshiva.net/api/source-sheets/9946

Most couples don't wake up one morning and decide to disconnect. There isn't usually a huge betrayal. No dramatic ending. No single moment where everything falls apart. Instead, it happens quietly. Through busy schedules. Work. Parenting. Phones. Responsibilities. Stress. Life simply takes over. And little by little, connection gets pushed to the bottom of the list until one day couples find themselves saying: "We love each other… but we don't really feel connected anymore."   In this episode of Reignite: Love, Sex & Truth for Conscious Couples, we explore why so many loving couples slowly drift apart, how roommate mode quietly replaces intimacy, and what it takes to consciously reconnect before the distance grows too wide.   What You'll Hear in This Episode: How couples slowly drift apart without even realizing it's happening Why being busy can sometimes become a form of avoidance How relationships shift from lovers to teammates, co-managers, and roommates Why being together all day isn't the same as feeling connected How comfort, routine, and predictability slowly replace playfulness and intimacy What healthy relationships actually require to stay connected over time Why stepping out of survival mode changes everything   Most couples don't fall out of love overnight. They slowly stop prioritizing connection underneath the weight of everyday life. The wonderful news? Connection can be rebuilt. Intimacy can return. And relationships can feel deeply alive again when couples consciously slow down, communicate honestly, and choose each other over and over again.

Kris discusses the signposts on the path to spiritual fulfilment; Disquiet, The Search, The Answer, Crisis, Renewal, Detachment and Reconnection. Taking lessons from these signposts can lead us to becoming wiser, kinder, more loving people.

Feeling rejected in the bedroom hurts. Whether you're the one initiating or the one saying no… it can quickly become one of the most painful dynamics in a relationship. The person reaching for connection may be wondering: "Do they even want me anymore?""What's wrong with me?""Am I not attractive enough?" Meanwhile, the person saying no may be thinking: "I'm exhausted.""I don't feel connected.""I'm feeling pressured.""I don't even know what I need right now."   In this episode of Reignite: Love, Sex & Truth for Conscious Couples, we unpack what is often happening underneath sexual rejection and how couples can move from hurt, pressure, and misunderstanding… back toward emotional safety, intimacy, and connection.   What You'll Hear in This Episode: Why rejection in the bedroom is often about much more than sex itself Roberto shares how repeated rejection impacted his confidence, created bitterness, and eventually led him to stop initiating altogether Why many women feel pressured, unseen, emotionally exhausted, and disconnected before intimacy even begins Understanding different desire styles and how mismatched turn-ons can create misunderstandings between partners How women often need emotional safety to move from their heads back into their bodies Why touch with an agenda feels very different than touch offered simply for connection How communication, vulnerability, and curiosity become the bridge back to intimacy Why reconnection is possible at any stage of your relationship… whether you've been together 5 years or 50   Rejection doesn't automatically mean your relationship is broken. Often, it means there's something deeper asking to be understood. A need that hasn't been expressed. A fear that hasn't been named. A longing for connection that neither partner quite knows how to reach for. The opposite of rejection isn't obligation. It's a connection. And when couples learn how to slow down, communicate honestly, reduce shame, and truly understand each other's experiences…everything begins to shift.

Today I'm speaking with Marni Kinrys, founder of the Wing Girl Method, about why being a "nice guy" often kills attraction. Marni explains the crucial difference between being "nice" (passive, conflict-avoidant) and being a "good man" (confident, assertive, emotionally intelligent). We discuss how societal conditioning creates insecurity in men, how emotional disconnection kills desire in relationships, and how men can rebuild attraction through consistent support and playful flirtation. Marni also introduces her "F Formula" program, designed to help men develop authentic confidence and flirting skills.MARNI KINRYS is the founder of The Wing Girl Method, host of the Ask Women Podcast, designer of the F-Formula, and an award-winning female dating coach for men ages 25-85 at every stage of dating and relationships, who's spent the last decade helping hundreds of thousands of men stop being Mr. Nice Guy and start being Mr. Holy Sh*t, I Want Him!With more than 50 digital programs, monthly online masterclasses, 150 million YouTube views and 1,300,000 subscribers to her channel, Marni Your Personal Wing Girl, Marni is known for her blunt, no “fluff” approach and honest insider tips, tools and advice on what women really want vs. what they say they want.The Difference Between "Nice" and "Good" (00:03:10) Marnie explains that "nice" often means boring and passive, while a "good" man is confident, assertive, and sexually expressive.The Origins of the "Nice Guy" (00:05:06) The discussion explores how early female influences, like mothers or teachers, and societal pressures can train men to be overly passive.Modern Pressures on Men (00:07:05) Marnie and Jen discuss how movements like #MeToo have created confusion for men, making them unsure how to act around women.The Importance of Emotional Intelligence (00:13:59) A man who can be masculine while also understanding communication and holding space for a woman's emotions is incredibly attractive.The "Soap" Argument: Understanding Triggers (00:19:53) Jen shares a story about an argument over soap, highlighting how small issues can trigger deeper feelings of inadequacy and mental load.How to See Beyond the Argument (00:25:44) Marnie explains how she coaches men to understand the real emotions behind a woman's complaints, like exhaustion or feeling overwhelmed.Revitalizing a Sexless Marriage (00:30:40) The conversation shifts to why wives lose sexual interest, linking it to feeling unheard, unseen, and unsupported by their partners.Baby Steps to Reconnection (00:33:50) Marnie offers practical, small steps for men to rebuild connection and trust, starting with consistent communication and taking on responsibilities.What Men Really Want (00:38:02) Men come to Marnie to learn how to attract women, which involves shedding the "nice guy" mask and becoming comfortable with themselves.Follow Marni:WingGirlMethod.comFacebookInstagramTikTokTwitterYouTubeLinkedInFollow The Open Bedroom Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/theopenbedroompodcast/

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Crossroads at Gardermoen: A Midsummer Connection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-06-16-07-38-19-no Story Transcript:No: Sola skinte lyst gjennom de store glassvinduene på Oslo Gardermoen internasjonale lufthavn.En: The sun shone brightly through the large glass windows at Oslo Gardermoen International Airport.No: Det var midtsommer, og lyset ga en spesiell varme til den travle flyplassen.En: It was midsummer, and the light gave a special warmth to the busy airport.No: Reisende hastet forbi, mens noen sto rolige og så utover rullebanen.En: Travelers rushed by, while some stood calmly watching the runway.No: Sindre, en fotograf med verden som sitt lerret, vandret gjennom folkemengden.En: Sindre, a photographer with the world as his canvas, wandered through the crowd.No: Han var rastløs som vanlig, alltid på jakt etter nye inntrykk.En: He was restless as usual, always in search of new impressions.No: Men i dag var det mer enn bare destinasjoner som opptok tankene hans.En: But today, it was more than just destinations that occupied his mind.No: Han hadde nylig kommet tilbake fra Asia, men noe manglet.En: He had recently returned from Asia, but something was missing.No: Det var ønsket om å koble seg til noe virkelig, noe kjent.En: It was the desire to connect with something real, something familiar.No: Han hadde hørt at Ingrid skulle være på flyplassen, og han håpet å se henne igjen.En: He had heard that Ingrid was supposed to be at the airport, and he hoped to see her again.No: Ingrid, en ingeniør som alltid hadde hatt en plan klar, ventet på sin flyvning til Trondheim.En: Ingrid, an engineer who always had a plan ready, was waiting for her flight to Trondheim.No: Hun var trygg i sitt structured liv i Oslo, men da hun så Sindre nærme seg, kjente hun et snev av nysgjerrighet og lengsel etter deres gamle vennskap.En: She was comfortable in her structured life in Oslo, but when she saw Sindre approach, she felt a twinge of curiosity and longing for their old friendship.No: "Hvis det ikke er Sindre, verdensfareren selv!En: "If it isn't Sindre, the world traveler himself!"No: " ropte Ingrid, mens hun smilte varmt.En: called Ingrid, smiling warmly.No: Sindre lo og hilste på henne med et vennlig håndtrykk.En: Sindre laughed and greeted her with a friendly handshake.No: "Hei, Ingrid.En: "Hi, Ingrid.No: Lenge siden sist," sa han med et oppriktig smil.En: Long time no see," he said with a genuine smile.No: "Hvordan har du det?En: "How have you been?"No: ""Jeg har det bra," svarte hun.En: "I'm doing well," she replied.No: "Travelt som alltid, men det er vel slik det skal være.En: "Busy as always, but I suppose that's how it's supposed to be."No: "De pratet litt om de siste årene, fylte hullene som tiden hadde skapt mellom dem.En: They chatted a bit about the past few years, filling in the gaps that time had created between them.No: Men noe uro lå under overflaten deres korte samtale.En: But there was an unease lingering beneath the surface of their short conversation.No: Skulle de forbli i denne overfladiske tonen, eller våget de å gå dypere?En: Would they remain in this superficial tone, or dare to go deeper?No: Sindre kjente på behovet for å snakke ærlig.En: Sindre felt the need to speak honestly.No: "Vil du gå en tur med meg?En: "Would you like to take a walk with me?"No: " spurte han.En: he asked.No: "Vi kan gå mot de roligere korridorene?En: "We can head towards the quieter corridors?No: Det er fin utsikt der.En: There's a nice view there."No: "Ingrid nølte, men husket hvor mye hun hadde likt deres tidligere samtaler, hvor lett det hadde vært å dele tanker med ham.En: Ingrid hesitated but remembered how much she enjoyed their earlier conversations, how easy it had been to share thoughts with him.No: Hun nikket, og de gikk side ved side.En: She nodded, and they walked side by side.No: De fant et sted ved et vindu som vendte mot rullebanen.En: They found a spot by a window overlooking the runway.No: Stillheten ga rom for viktigere ord.En: The silence left room for more important words.No: "Jeg bekymrer meg noen ganger," innrømmet Sindre.En: "I worry sometimes," Sindre admitted.No: "Jeg frykter at jeg mister kontakten med mennesker som betyr noe mens jeg reiser.En: "I fear losing touch with people who matter while I'm traveling."No: "Ingrid så utover rullebanen, der fly steg opp mot sommerhimmelen.En: Ingrid looked out over the runway, where planes ascended into the summer sky.No: "Jeg drømmer noen ganger om å reise," sa hun lavt.En: "I sometimes dream of traveling," she said softly.No: "Å slippe løs fra planen min og bare dra.En: "To break free from my plan and just go."No: "De satt stille en stund, betraktet flyene ta av og lande.En: They sat quietly for a while, watching the planes take off and land.No: Det var en enkel, men betydningsfull stund.En: It was a simple but meaningful moment.No: Sindre startet å smile, føle håp vekke i hjertet sitt.En: Sindre began to smile, feeling hope awakening in his heart.No: "Hva om vi oppdaterer hverandre?En: "What if we update each other?"No: " foreslo han.En: he suggested.No: "Brever, e-poster, fra der vi er.En: "Letters, emails, from wherever we are."No: "Ingrid møtte blikket hans og merket åpenheten i forslaget hans.En: Ingrid met his gaze and noticed the sincerity in his suggestion.No: "Jeg ville like det," svarte hun varmt.En: "I would like that," she replied warmly.No: "Kanskje jeg kan lære litt spontanitet fra deg.En: "Maybe I can learn a bit of spontaneity from you."No: "De lovet å holde kontakten.En: They promised to keep in touch.No: Sindre hadde fortsatt mange steder å utforske, og Ingrid hadde sine byggverk.En: Sindre still had many places to explore, and Ingrid had her constructions.No: Men de visste nå at avstanden ikke betydde bare tap.En: But they now knew that distance didn't just mean loss.No: Det kunne også bety vekst.En: It could also mean growth.No: På flyplassen denne midtsommerdagen, fant to gamle venner en ny måte å binde sine liv sammen på.En: At the airport that midsummer day, two old friends found a new way to bind their lives together.No: Sindre oppdaget at selv om han reiste mye, kunne vennskap bestå.En: Sindre discovered that even though he traveled a lot, friendships could endure.No: Og Ingrid innså at det var rom for litt mer spontanitet i livet hennes.En: And Ingrid realized there was room for a bit more spontaneity in her life.No: Solen sto fortsatt høyt da flyet hennes tok av, og hun visste at en god venn var med henne, hvor enn hun dro.En: The sun was still high as her plane took off, and she knew that a good friend was with her, wherever she went. Vocabulary Words:shone: skinterunway: rullebanenwandered: vandretrestless: rastløsimpressions: inntrykkoccupied: opptokplan: plantwinge: snevcuriosity: nysgjerrighetlonging: lengselgenuine: oppriktigsuperficial: overfladiskecorridors: korridorenegaze: blikketsincerity: åpenhetenstuctured: structuredunease: uroelapse: skaptconnect: kobleconstructed: bygdspontaneity: spontanitetendure: beståconstructed: bygdbind: bindesilence: stillhetenascended: stegmeaningful: betydningsfullawaken: vekkeexplore: utforskemidsummer: midtsommer

Celebrated author and bookstore owner Ann Patchett discusses her latest novel, Whistler, which tells the story of a woman and her old step-father who reconnect many years after the events that separated them.  Cover art courtesy of HarperCollins Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this conversation, Lawrence reflects on the emotional reality of parental alienation after reconnection finally begins to happen. Rather than relief alone, he shares the overwhelm, emotional exhaustion, and nervous system activation that can surface when hope, grief, fear, and love collide all at once. Through lived experience and recovery insight, the conversation explores what happens when parents spend years trying to fix, force, or hold everything together.The discussion touches on emotional regulation, identity, boundaries, recovery, and the difficult process of letting go of control while still remaining deeply connected to your child. Grounded in honesty rather than false resolution, it offers alienated parents a compassionate perspective on healing, resilience, and learning how to stay present through uncertainty. Living fully while navigating parental alienation is not giving up, it's an act of love, integrity, and emotional courage.Key Takeaways Why reconnection can feel emotionally overwhelmingLetting go without giving up on loveHow parental alienation reshapes identity over timeEmotional exhaustion behind “staying hopeful”Why nervous systems struggle with positive momentsBoundaries, regulation, and recovery after estrangementThe pressure to fix everything perfectlyLearning to live beyond parental alienationChapters00:00 - Introduction to Parental Alienation and Healing03:00 - The Journey of Self-Care and Emotional Intelligence05:49 - Isolation and Emotional Devastation08:41 - The Importance of Community and Support11:50 - Letting Go of Control in Relationships29:34 - Letting Go: A Path to Connection31:58 - Awareness and Family Dynamics35:47 - Boundaries: The Key to Healthy Relationships39:32 - The Complexity of Boundaries47:01 - Integrating Pain into Strength56:40 - The Journey of Recovery and GrowthSupport & Community:Parental Alienation Anonymous (PAA): Join our free 12-step support group with 16 online meetings weekly for parents, grandparents, family members, and previously alienated individuals seeking healing and recovery.PA-A.org: Parental Alienation Advocates is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering education, advocacy, and support for individuals grappling with the distressing impact of parental alienation, estrangement, erasure, and family disconnection.All our services are free and sustained by grants and community donations. Your support helps us continue offering these vital resources.Donate here: https://pa-a.mykajabi.com/donations-for-the-12-step-programThis podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-hostGlaze Gonzales- Podcast ManagerConnect with Lawrence Joss:Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/Email-         familydisappeared@gmail.com

Written during a period of escalating global conflict, environmental strain, and existential uncertainty, the book approaches peace as a spiritual and evolutionary imperative. Callison argues that humanity's reliance on violence arises from fear, separation, and a misunderstanding of our shared nature—and that peace emerges naturally when individuals reconnect with compassion, responsibility, and inner awareness.Blending spiritual reflection with decades of research, Callison explores how fear becomes embedded in collective belief systems and how societies externalize that fear through conflict, dominance, and control. He challenges the assumption that violence is an inevitable part of the human condition, proposing instead that it is a temporary phase in humanity's spiritual development—one that can be transcended through conscious choice.Across 27 reflective chapters, The Way to World Peace invites readers to examine the inner origins of war: the ego, the illusion of separation, and the belief in scarcity and threat. Drawing on universal spiritual principles shared across religions and traditions - interconnection, compassion, forgiveness, and responsibility - the book frames peace not as idealism, but as alignment with humanity's deeper nature.Although Callison is widely known as the founder of Allied Beauty Experts, his life's work has long centered on humanity's spiritual future. In the 1980s and 1990s, he conducted a nationally published survey on nuclear war cited by Carl Sagan, deepening his conviction that humanity's greatest threat is not external forces, but unresolved fear within the collective soul.The book also serves as the philosophical foundation for A Time for Humanity™, a nonprofit organization devoted to advancing global peace and demilitarization through education, inner awareness, and collective action.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

SpaceTime Series 29 Episode 59 *Black hole flare explodes in the heart of our galaxy Astronomers have observed a dramatic mid-infrared flare erupting from Sagittarius A*- the supermassive black hole at the centre of our galaxy. *A new explanation for Snowball Earth Scientists have developed a new explanation for one of our planet's great climate puzzles: how a snowball Earth event known as the Sturtian glaciation could have lasted so long. *The legacy of Australia's Sky Mapper – so far The fourth and most recent data release by the Sky Mapper southern survey has covered more than half the sky, generating some four hundred thousand images, showing 700 million objects and achieving 15 billion detections. *The Science Report Obesity trends growing faster in low- and middle-income countries compared to high-income nations. The Gulf Stream continuing to weaken, threatening global climates. Palaeontologists discover a new type of plant-eating dinosaur in Southeast Asia. Skeptics guide to pseudo-archaeology. Our Guests This Week: Siding Spring Observatory director Dr. Christian Wolf Alex Mumford local Isle of Rum resident who organized the Dark Skies application   And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics  

Send us Fan Mail There's a version of you that still remembers how to feel deeply, trust fully, and love without conditions. Somewhere along the way, life taught you to protect, suppress, and move on without truly healing. What if healing is not about fixing yourself, but returning to the part of you that was never broken? In this grounded, soulful conversation, Avik sits with Dr. Gemma Andaya, licensed psychotherapist, founder of POJ Wellness, and author of Where Water Flows. Together they explore inner child healing, why disconnection shows up as disproportionate reactions, the role of nature-based rituals in real recovery, and how to come home to yourself in a world that rewards constant doing. About the Guest: Dr. Gemma Andaya is a licensed psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, and founder of Point of Juncture (POJ) Wellness. She specialises in trauma-informed care, inner child healing, somatic practices, and spiritual integration, and is the author of Where Water Flows: Letters & Rituals to Heal & Uplift the Sacred Child Within. Key Takeaways: Healing is not linear or finite. It's a spiral, more like water moving through its cycle than a checklist you complete. The inner child is one of many parts living inside us. Shaming or labelling those fragmented parts won't heal them. Bringing them back into the whole will. A reaction out of proportion to the present moment is rarely about the present moment. It's often unresolved emotional charge from the past asking to be seen. Real reconnection doesn't always start with introspection. Sometimes it starts with stepping outside and bonding with running water, the earth, the elements. Progress doesn't mean the old patterns never resurface. It means they come less often, less intensely, and with less collateral damage. The inner child speaks through the body, not the mind. Two hands on your body, a slow scan, one honest question: what do you need. That's where the conversation begins. Connect With the Guest: Website: https://pojwellness.com/  Book YouTube LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drgemmaandaya Episode Chapters: [00:00] Cold Open — A Version of You That Was Never Broken [02:10] Decolonising the Self: Returning to the Earth's Rhythms [06:30] Healing as a Spiral, Not a Finish Line [10:45] Susto and the Fragmented Self [15:20] When Reactions Are Bigger Than the Moment Itself [20:00] Speaking to Water: A Simple Practice for Reconnection [24:40] Talking to the Inner Child Through the Body   (timestamps approximate) Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here. By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. Healthy Mind By Avik™ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6500+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™ | Email: https://www.podhub.club/contact | Website: https://www.podhub.club | Based in: India & USA Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podhub.club/podcastnetwork | Be a guest: https://www.podhub.club/beaguest | Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/   #podmatch #healthymindbyavik #podhub.club #healthymindhealthylife #innerchildhealing #traumainformed #wherewaterflows #pojwellness #somatichealing #spiritualintegration #ritualhealing #mentalwellness #selfcompassion #naturebasedhealing #emotionalresilience #consciousliving       Support the show Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?

In this episode Hennie Ng—specialist in resolving chronic pain and postpartum core & pelvic health—shares practical, compassionate strategies to help moms feel empowered, energized, and back in control of their bodies after birth. We unpack what “back in control” really means (shifting mindset from perfection to progress), how hormonal shifts, sleep loss, and healing affect energy, and simple, realistic steps to restore vitality without pressure or comparison. Hennie explains the complementary roles of movement, nourishment, and rest in rebuilding strength and confidence, offers actionable daily habits for physical and emotional support, and gives specific tips for reconnecting with your body even if your birth didn't go as planned.What you'll learnA mindset reframing for postpartum control: progress, boundaries, and self-compassion.How hormones, sleep deprivation, and recovery drain energy—and practical ways to restore it (small dietary shifts, strategic rest, gentle pacing).Movement guidelines that protect the pelvic floor and rebuild core strength without overexertion.Nourishment tips to support healing and steady energy, focused on simplicity and consistency.Daily habits and rituals (breathwork, micro-movements, realistic scheduling) that promote resilience and emotional wellbeing.Reconnection practices for mothers whose births were traumatic or unexpected, emphasizing safety and gradual embodiment.About our guestHennie Ng helps women break free from chronic pain and postpartum core & pelvic health challenges so they can move, flourish, and build resilience. She blends clinical expertise with practical, parent-friendly strategies.Connect with Hennie NgOfficial Website: www.womensphysiocoach.com & www.pelvichealthcoaching.comListen to the full episode for step-by-step guidance, subscribe for more maternal wellness conversations, and check the episode links for Hennie's programs and handouts.postpartum recovery, postpartum energy, pelvic floor health, postpartum core, postpartum mindset, postpartum exercise, maternal wellness, Hennie Ng, postpartum nutrition, newborn fatigue, postpartum wellness, postpartum health, pelvic floor recoverywww.NewMomTalk.comBuy Me A CoffeeIG: @NewMomTalk.PodcastYouTube: @NewMomTalkMariela@NewMomTalk.comInterested in being a guest? Shoot us an email!- best parenting podcast- best new mom podcast- best podcasts for new moms- best pregnancy podcast- best podcast for expecting moms- best podcast for moms- best podcast for postpartum- best prenatal podcast- best postnatal podcast- best podcast for postnatal moms- best podcast for pregnancy moms- new mom - expecting mom- first time mom

For generations, Innu women gave birth in traditional tents surrounded by family. Thea Penashue tells Rosanna how she wanted her second child to be born in the same way her own mother was decades before. Also on the show – Christine TooToo's birth plan went right out the window when her baby came a little early. And Melissa Brown has trained over 2,000 Indigenous doulas across Turtle Island over the last decade – helping put birth and care back into the hands of communities.

Lawrence Joss reflects on a deeply personal milestone, reconnecting with his daughter and meeting his grandchildren after years of parental alienation. What might seem like a moment of relief unfolds instead as something far more complex, bringing waves of emotion, uncertainty, and the challenge of learning how to show up in a relationship that is still taking shape.As he shares this experience, Lawrence explores the often-unspoken reality of reconnection: the emotional overwhelm, the return of grief, and the need for patience, boundaries, and nervous system regulation. This episode offers an honest look at what comes after contact returns, reminding us that healing is not a single moment, but an ongoing process. Living fully, even within uncertainty, is not giving up, but an act of love, integrity, and steady presence.Key TakeawaysReconnecting after long-term parental alienationWhy reconnection can feel overwhelming, not relieving Managing emotional activation before and after contact The non-linear nature of rebuilding relationships Setting boundaries during early reconnection Nervous system regulation in high-emotion moments The role of support systems in recovery Living fully without guaranteed outcomesChapters 00:00 - Navigating Overwhelm and Capacity 02:52 - Reconnecting with Family: Expectations and Challenges 06:01 - The Impact of Parental Alienation on Relationships 08:54 - Managing Emotional Responses to Positive and Negative Experiences 11:37 - Preparing for Reconnection: Questions and Boundaries 15:01 - The Journey of Self-Reflection and Compassion 17:57 - Understanding the Non-Linear Nature of Reconnection 20:46 - Finding Grace in the Process of Reconnection 23:39 - The Role of Support Systems in Healing 26:51 - Integrating Life Beyond Parental Alienation 29:40 - Embracing the Journey of Reconnection 32:53 - Final Thoughts and Moving ForwardSupport & Community:Parental Alienation Anonymous (PAA): Join our free 12-step support group with 16 online meetings weekly for parents, grandparents, family members, and previously alienated individuals seeking healing and recovery.PA-A.org: Parental Alienation Advocates is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering education, advocacy, and support for individuals grappling with the distressing impact of parental alienation, estrangement, erasure, and family disconnection.All our services are free and sustained by grants and community donations. Your support helps us continue offering these vital resources.Donate here: https://pa-a.mykajabi.com/donations-for-the-12-step-programConnect with Us:Email your questions or insights: familydisappeared@gmail.comLike, share, and comment to help us reach more families in need.If you wish to connect with Lawrence Joss or any of the PA-A community members who have appeared as guests on the podcast:  Email - familydisappeared@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lawrencejoss(All links mentioned in the podcast are available in Linktree)Please donate to support PAA programs:https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=SDLTX8TBSZNXSThis podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-hostGlaze Gonzales- Podcast ManagerConnect with Lawrence Joss:Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/Email-         familydisappeared@gmail.com

You've been holding on for too longAnd it's starting to cost youThis is where you stop resisting… and finally let goThis isn't a meditation to relax youThis is where you release what you were never meant to carryNot just stressNot just recent emotionsBut the weight you've been carrying for years… even lifetimesYou're guided beyond the noise of your mind into a space where you can actually let goWhere you reconnect with your higher self, face your inner child, and release the version of you that no longer fitsThis is not passiveThis is a resetKey Themes✨ Deep energetic release beyond surface-level healing✨ Reconnection with your higher self and inner child✨ Letting go of emotional weight, karma, and past identities✨ Stepping into a lighter, clearer version of youTakeaways✨ You've been carrying more than you realise — and you can let it go✨ Healing happens when you stop avoiding and start feeling✨ Your higher self is always there — you just need to connect✨ You move forward by releasing, not by doing moreSound Bites✨ Feel the magic of the stars✨ Feel how free that feels✨ You've been carrying this for too long✨ This is your moment to release✨ You are ready for what's nextAlso available to watch on YouTube.If this episode resonates, please like, comment, and follow the podcast.Connect & Work with Nimesh✨ Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/spiritualjourney/30min – Start here if something shifted and you're ready to move forward✨ Spiritual Journey Membership: https://nimesh-radia.com/spiritual-membership/ – Ongoing guidance, energy updates, and community✨ 14-week Mentorship: A deep 12-week journey + Akashic training to step into your purpose and power✨ Akashic Record Reading: https://calendly.com/spiritualjourney/akashic-record-reading – Gain clarity on your path and patterns✨ Soul Spa Retreat: https://nimesh-radia.com/soul-spa-retreat/ – Step away and fully reset in a powerful environment✨ Website: https://nimesh-radia.com✨ Email: nims@nimesh-radia.com✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nimesh.radia✨ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nimesh-radiaUpcoming Event✨ Full Moon Webinar – May 31, 9pm UK | 4pm EST✨ Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/BemyIHczQ1uxG0jzFBE0pgThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Dr. Robin. She says - "Most women at a career crossroads are not being asked to invent themselves from scratch. They are being asked to reconnect, reconnect with what has been true in them for a long time, Reconnect with the parts of themselves that have gotten buried beneath performance, pressure, roles, expectations, and momentum. That's a very different thing from reinvention. Reinvention can sound exciting, but it can also become another performance. Reconnection is different. It's quieter, deeper, more honest. It's less about becoming impressive and more about becoming true." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've been feeling pressure to "figure it all out," this will help you understand why that pressure might be leading you in the wrong direction—and what to focus on instead. You'll hear a simple but powerful shift that can help you stop chasing a new version of yourself and start reconnecting with what's already true. This episode will help you make sense of that subtle feeling of disconnection—and why it's not a sign something is wrong, but a signal to come back to yourself. I am a professor, speaker, author, coach, and creator of the PurposeMAKER philosophy, framework, and platform, focused on helping high-achieving women close the gap between success and true fulfillment. Join the waitlist for the Clarity Circle here at: https://robinlowens.com/waitlist Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@leadershippurposepodcast Want to connect? Connect with Dr. Robin on  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinlowensphd Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/robinlowensphd/ Email: Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com Thank you for listening! Rate, review, & follow on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player. Talk to you soon! This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager for GenX Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

This week, I'm joined by Beatriz Albina, a nurse practitioner, somatic coach, and the bestselling author of End Emotional Outsourcing, to discuss a hidden nervous system epidemic among professional women: "functional freeze." Do you look poised and unstoppable on the outside, but often feel disconnected from yourself? Beatriz breaks down the functional freeze phenomenon and "emotional outsourcing," the reason you might be stuck in a pattern of overgiving, perfectionism, and people-pleasing.She explains how chronic disconnection from our bodies is a protective response deeply rooted in our nervous systems. This compassionate and science-backed conversation will illuminate why willpower alone isn't the answer—and how you can begin to reclaim your self-trust and honor your humanness to design an authentic, brilliant next chapter. Don't miss it!  Show Highlights: What is functional freeze? [04:05] Is functional freeze a common problem? [07:18] Emotional outsourcing vs. healthy co-regulation. [09:30] Navigating the self and curiosity vs. external expectations. [12:45] The importance of finding "grown-up" support and a "village." [17:22] Why somatic, body-based nervous system rewiring matters. [18:20] A simple "What am I feeling right now?" awareness self-check. [19:44] Reconnection practices to check in with your body and honor it. [21:43] The need to heal from "I'm fine" conditioning. [28:05] Where to find Beatriz Albina's free resources and her book. [32:29] To find Beatriz Albina's work and the free meditations she's offering: https://beatrizalbina.com/free-meditations/ Subscribe to the Brilliant Balance Weekly: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow Cherylanne on Instagram: www.instagram.com/cskolnicki

Feeling prompted to reconnect with an old friend but held back by fear or awkwardness? 2 Timothy 1:7 reminds us that God gives us power, love, and self-discipline—not fear—especially when it comes to relationships He may be stirring in our hearts. When someone from your past keeps coming to mind, it might not be random—it could be God gently nudging you toward restoration, encouragement, or even closure. Reaching out doesn’t require a perfect plan or flawless words. God simply asks for your willingness to take the first step. Whether the outcome is a renewed friendship or just a moment of peace, God is present in the process. As you trust Him with both the courage to act and the results that follow, you’ll find freedom from fear and confidence in knowing He’s working through every connection in your life. Highlights God prompts connection—people coming to mind may not be случайно Fear often holds us back, but it doesn’t come from God God equips you with power, love, and self-discipline to take action You don’t need the perfect words—just a simple, honest reach-out Reconnection may bring healing, restoration, or closure You’re responsible for obedience, not the outcome God works through relationships in meaningful ways Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: God Will Help You Reconnect with an Old FriendBy: Whitney Hopler Bible Reading:“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.” – 2 Timothy 1:7, NIV It had been years since I’d seen my friend Pam when I started to think of her again. She kept coming to mind, but I kept hesitating to reach out to her, because I thought it might be awkward to try to catch up after all the time that had passed since I got married, she stayed single, and we drifted apart. One day, I prayed about it, and the Holy Spirit seemed to be encouraging me to contact her. I called the number I had for Pam, only to find that it was no longer valid. But that Sunday when I went up to the altar for Communion at church, there in the Communion line with me was Pam! She had recently moved back to my area and joined my church, without even knowing that was where I currently worshipped. But God’s Spirit had made a way for us to meet and reconnect! Have you ever had an old friend suddenly come to mind? You might not know why that person you’ve lost touch with has popped into your thoughts, but the memory lingers. You may have mixed feelings about it – excitement to try to reconnect, but fear that too much time has gone by to really be friends again. Fear can take over and stop you from reaching out to your old friend. You may have a whole bunch of fear-based excuses for not trying to reconnect, like it’s been too long, or it’ll be too awkward, or that your former friend probably doesn’t want to hear from you. But 2 Timothy 1:7 reminds you that God didn’t give you a spirit of fear. So, the hesitation you feel doesn’t come from God. According to 2 Timothy 1:7, God gives you power, love, and self-discipline. When fear tells you to stay silent, God offers you courage to move forward despite feeling afraid. If you’re thinking a lot about an old friend, it may not be random. Sometimes the Holy Spirit gently but persistently encourages you to reconnect. Relationships are important to God. He often works through connections between people. Reaching out might be an important part of God’s work in both of your lives! You’ll still likely feel afraid because of the uncertainty of what will happen when you do reach out. But God will give you the courage you need to act even when you feel unsure. You don’t have to plan the perfect message or know how the conversation will go. You don’t have to fix the past or explain everything that went wrong. You can start by just sending a simple text or email that says something like: “Hi, you’ve been on my mind lately. I hope you’re doing well.” That’s it. God can work with that. You may be worried about rejection or silence. That’s understandable. But remember, God never asks you to control how someone responds. He only invites you to trust him with the process. When you step out in faith, you’re placing the results in God’s hands. No matter how your old friend responds, God is still at work in both of your lives. Reconnecting with an old friend can also stir up past pain. You may remember misunderstandings or conflicts that caused the friendship to end. If that’s the case, ask God to guide you before you reach out. God can help you approach the situation with honesty and humility, and God can also help you forgive and ask for forgiveness. Just like God gives you grace and mercy, you can give your old friend grace and mercy so you both can move forward well. It’s also possible that reconnecting won’t lead to a restored friendship, and that’s okay. Sometimes the purpose is just peace and closure for both of you. Trust that God knows what this connection is meant to be, and just follow where God leads you. As you think about reaching out, pray and ask God to fight anxiety for you. Ask God’s Spirit to prepare both you and your old friend, and to give you the right words to reach out. Then contact your old friend, and rely on the courage God will give you. God will handle all the rest. Intersecting Faith & Life: As you consider why it’s important to ask God for help, like courage to reconnect with old friends, reflect on these questions: Who is an old friend who has been on your mind lately? What’s currently keeping you from reaching out to him or her? Which gift from God – power, love, or self-discipline – do you need the most to reach out to your old friend? Are you willing to leave the results of reconnecting in God’s hands? Further Reading:1 John 4:18Hebrews 10:24Romans 12:18Philippians 4:6-7Proverbs 3:5-6 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

What if the Beatitudes aren't just a list of virtues—but a roadmap for spiritual transformation?In this episode of Hidden Wisdom, Megan Farner and Cory Jensen explore the Beatitudes as a powerful pattern of ascension—moving from spiritual awakening, through transformation, and ultimately into union with God. This conversation reveals how Christ's teachings outline a step-by-step inner journey: emptying the false, receiving truth, becoming whole, and embodying divine love.You'll learn how concepts like being “poor in spirit,” “meek,” and “pure in heart” are not just moral ideals—but stages in a deeply transformative process. Plus, a profound discussion on what it really means to become a peacemaker—and why that can only happen after inner healing and alignment.If you've ever felt like there's more depth to Jesus' teachings than you've been taught, this episode will open your eyes.00:00 Introduction & Retreat Announcement 02:50 Reframing the Beatitudes: More Than Virtues 05:30 The Pattern of Ascension in Scripture 09:20 Internal Transformation vs Religious Busyness 11:30 Poor in Spirit: Awakening to Need 14:30 Mourning & Reconnection with God 18:45 Meekness: Surrendering Control 20:50 The Three Stages of Transformation Explained 21:00 Hungering for Righteousness 23:30 Receiving & Extending Mercy 26:50 Pure in Heart: Inner Unity & Integrity 28:40 Becoming a Peacemaker (What It REALLY Means) 31:30 Can You Skip Steps to Be a Peacemaker? 33:00 Heart at War vs Heart at Peace 34:20 Seeing Others Through God's Eyes 37:20 Persecution & Spiritual Mission 41:20 Temple Symbolism & Ascension Pattern 46:00 Beatitudes vs Jacob's “Woes” (Contrast Pattern) 56:40 The Two Paths: Ascension vs Descent 58:30 Ask, Seek, Knock: The Invitation to All 01:00:00 The Journey Never EndsResources & ReferencesThe Wisdom Jesus by Cynthia Bourgeault The Anatomy of Peace by The Arbinger Institute  The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5–7)  2 Nephi 9 (Jacob's discourse comparison) If you're ready to move from understanding into lived experience, join me for Parting the Veil Women's Retreat this June near Paragonah. Hidden Wisdom initiates truth-seekers into the Mysteries, guiding listeners toward a lived experience of the Divine that awakens and transforms faith—without dismantling family or community. Pursue your Journey: ✨ Hidden Wisdom App – Join for FREE and enjoy pathway programs, community, expansive library, and more!

SLEEP TIME HYPNOTIC JOURNEY FOR CALM, SAFETY, CLEAR INTUITIONThis episode is designed to be used for 30 nights in a row.If you've been feeling mentally loud, tense, or stuck in cycles of overthinking, this guided hypnosis helps retrain your nervous system while you sleep.Listen at bedtime and simply allow the words and imagery to settle into your subconscious as you drift off. Over the course of 30 nights, listeners begin to notice a calmer baseline, fewer mental spirals, less reactivity, and clearer access to their intuition.This is not about forcing change. It's about conditioning your nervous system toward safety and ease layer by layer.Press play tonight and begin.//  TIME STAMPS  • 0:00 - 0:40 :: How to use this journey• 0:40 - End :: Hypnosis JourneyWHAT THIS HYPNOTIC JOURNEY INCLUDESThis guided sleep hypnosis gently leads you through a sequence designed to regulate your nervous system and establish a calmer internal baseline.During this journey you will experience:• Progressive physical relaxation through breath and body awareness• Visualization of protective light and grounding energy• Activation of your internal sense of safety and inner protection• Reconnection to a memory of warmth, safety, and being held• Subconscious reinforcement of calm, grounded decision-making• Releasing overthinking, scanning, and mental urgency• Deep sleep suggestions that continue working overnightHYPNOTIC SUGGESTIONS IN THIS JOURNEYThroughout the session, your subconscious mind receives suggestions that reinforce a calm internal state:• Your body knows how to feel safe• You can return to calm with a single breath• Old survival responses can release now• Softness in the body creates strength and clarity• Your nervous system can reset layer by layer• Deep sleep restores your body and mind• Calm nervous systems make intuition clearer• Each night strengthens your sense of internal safetyGO DEEPER - patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/cw/JinaSeerIf you want to explore this work more deeply, this month on Patreon I'm sharing:• A personal Higher Self session about intuition• Commentary on how intuition actually works• Additional practices for calming internal noisehttps://www.patreon.com/cw/JinaSeer** Also on Patreon: Download the Higher Self Access Kit (premium 40-min Higher Self journey + Body Signal Map + quick connection tools). HOW TO USE THIS HYPNOTIC JOURNEYFor best results:• Listen at bedtime for 30 nights in a row• Allow yourself to drift to sleep during the session• No journaling or analysis required• Let repetition train your nervous system naturallyBENEFITS LISTENERS REPORT• falling asleep faster• waking up calmer• reduced overthinking• improved emotional regulation• clearer intuitive signalsBEST WAY TO USE THIS JOURNEYListen at bedtime and allow yourself to drift into sleep while the hypnotic suggestions continue working in the background.Over time, repetition conditions the nervous system toward safety and ease.Seer Sessions with Jina Seer // Weekly hypnotic journeys to help you quiet mental noise, rebuild self-trust, and make decisions aligned with your inner knowing.KEY WORDS TO DESCRIBE THIS OFFERINGsleep hypnosisnervous system resetguided sleep meditationhypnosis for anxious feelings and thoughtssubconscious reprogrammingcalm your nervous systemsleep meditation hypnosis for sleepintuition meditationnervous system regulation