Podcasts about redefining

If you've ever said yes when you meant no, and then spent the rest of the day resenting it, this episode is for you. Host Somya sits down with Glen Alex, LCSW, author and boundaries educator, to unpack why healthy boundaries have nothing to do with being cold or selfish, and everything to do with keeping yourself safe. Glen breaks down the two most common boundary breakers she sees in her practice, oversharing and over-yessing, and walks through the difference between appropriate guilt and the kind that just keeps you stuck. If you're ready to stop apologizing for choosing yourself, this conversation offers a clear, compassionate place to start. About the Guest: Glen Alex is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and author who has spent years studying what it means to live with boundaries that support both connection and self-respect. She is the author of Living in Total Health and Living Boundaries, and offers complimentary consultations through her practice. Key Takeaways: Boundaries aren't walls built to keep people out. They're agreements you make with yourself about what you will and won't carry. Watch for the two most common boundary breakers: oversharing (giving people ammunition before trust is earned) and over-yessing (saying yes when the honest answer is no). Learn to tell appropriate guilt (your conscience flagging a real value you violated) apart from inappropriate guilt (a looping "I should" that has no corrective action attached). Start where the discomfort actually is. If anxiety or burnout is showing up, trace it back to the specific relationship or ask that needs a boundary. Slipping up doesn't mean you failed. The moment you notice, you step back in, no self-punishment required. A boundary only holds if your "why" is strong enough to outlast the pushback from people used to getting their way. Connect With the Guest: Website: https://glenalex.com (complimentary consultations, signed copies of Living in Total Health and Living Boundaries) Living Boundaries is available in 18 countries on Amazon, with country-specific links on Glen's website LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenalex/ Podcast: The Glen Alex Show Episode Chapters: [00:00] Cold Open: The Truth About Boundaries (approx.) [01:10] Meet Glen Alex: Redefining What Boundaries Really Mean (approx.) [02:20] How Healthy Boundaries Actually Strengthen Relationships (approx.) [03:24] Why We Were Never Taught to Set Boundaries (approx.) [04:50] Oversharing and Over-Yessing: The Two Silent Boundary Breakers (approx.) [08:49] Working Through the Guilt of Saying No (approx.) [12:00] When Boundaries Don't Stick, and What to Do Next (approx.)   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.

In this episode, I sit down with Andi Simon, a corporate anthropologist, founder of Simon Associates Management Consultants, award-winning author, global keynote speaker, and host of the On the Brink with Andi Simon podcast. With over 20 years of business executive experience and a PhD in anthropology, Andi breaks down what happens when work ends but life continues, exploring why retirement has become one of the most misunderstood and emotionally complex transitions. In this episode, we discuss: How anthropology led Andi to appreciate human culture Bridging anthropology and business to help leaders navigate change Helping stalled organizations learn new ways to see and think Living in a senior community to study retirement expectations Why purpose requires asking who you matter to Redefining personal identity beyond a corporate title Structuring daily routine and community outside the workplace Planning deliberately for time, health, and fulfillment in longevity Key takeaways from her book, Rethink Retirement Applying curiosity, courage, and creativity to personal reinvention About Andi: Andi Simon, PhD, is a corporate anthropologist studying what happens when work ends but life doesn't, and why retirement has become one of the most misunderstood and emotionally complex transitions of our time. She's the founder of Simon Associates Management Consultants (SAMC), an award-winning author, and a global keynote speaker who helps leaders see culture and identity more clearly, turning observation into innovation and designing smarter transitions for people and organizations. Book:https://www.andisimon.com/the-books/ Website: https://www.andisimon.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andisimon/ Podcast: https://www.simonassociates.net/category/podcast/ Book: https://www.andisimon.com/the-books/ ----- Connect with Candice Snyder! Website: https://www.podpage.com/passion-purpose-and-possibilities-1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candicebsnyder?_rdr Passion, Purpose, and Possibilities Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/passionpurposeandpossibilitiescommunity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passionpurposepossibilities/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicesnyder/ Shop For A Cause With Gifts That Give Back to Nonprofits: https://thekindnesscause.com/ Go to FusionaryFormulas.com and use code PASSION at checkout for 15% off your first order. Fall In Love With Artists And Experience Joy And Calm: https://www.youtube.com/@movenartrelaxation

What if you've been channelling your ambition towards the wrong thing?  We're taught to aim our ambition at more: more money, more success, more growth, more everything. But what if you don't actually want more of those things?  What if there are other things you'd rather have more of like time, freedom, creativity, connection, ease, or simply a life you actually enjoy? In this next episode in the Paid and Peaceful series,  we're talking about what happens when you stop assuming business growth is the obvious place to put your ambition and start asking a much more interesting question: What's actually worthy of my ambition? Topics discussed in this episode include: Why we're taught to equate ambition with more money, growth and success. The difference between desire-driven and proving-driven ambition. How hustle culture keeps us chasing an endless finish line. Why ambition isn't a meritocracy and the role privilege and circumstances play. Redefining success with a new scoreboard focused on your life, not just your business. How to decide what's actually worthy of your ambition and what you're willing to trade for it. For detailed show notes and links to everything in this episode, please visit bsfreebusiness.com.  If you enjoyed today's episode, please:. Leave a positive review or rating at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ratethispodcast.com/stayingsolo Subscribe for new episodes every Monday. Sign up for email updates at www.bsfreebusiness.com/solo

A six-figure income didn't save his marriage, so this investor rebuilt everything from scratch.Jason Wojo cleared six figures his first year flipping houses, and it still cost him his marriage. He ended up selling his house and living on an air mattress in one of his own rehabs. That collapse forced him to rethink how he ran his business entirely, and the result became his book, Business for Life. In this conversation, Jason and Jack talk through what financial freedom actually means, why hustle culture quietly wrecks the things that matter most, and the exact framework Jason now uses to automate and delegate his way to a business that fits his life instead of consuming it. If you're making good money but feel like you're losing ground everywhere else, this one is worth the full listen.Key topics:Redefining financial freedom for real estate investorsThe three-step freedom formula for defining your vision before you buildThe "heaven's gates" exercise for figuring out what actually mattersThe SEAD framework (Strategize, Eliminate, Automate, Delegate)Why house flipping often turns into a disguised jobGuest bio:Jason Wojo is a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and author of Business for Life: Building a Profitable Business That Gives You Your Time, Freedom, and Life Back. He holds two bachelor's degrees, a master's, and a PhD, and runs Life and Air, where he helps entrepreneurs build businesses around the lives they actually want.Links: Learn more from Jason at lifeanair.com

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Send us Fan MailThere may be a need right in front of you that you have not noticed yet.A child who needs to be seen.A family carrying more than anyone realizes.A moment that feels small, but could become something much bigger if you choose to act on it.In this episode of Alison Answers, Alison sits down with Luke Mickelson, founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace, to talk about the moment that changed the direction of his life.Luke had reached success. He had built a good life. But something still felt missing. Then one child's story opened his eyes to a hidden need in his own community and what began as one simple act of service became a movement that has impacted hundreds of thousands of children and families.This conversation is about so much more than beds.It is about purpose.It is about identity.It is about the children and families we may not see until we are willing to look closer.And it is about how serving someone else can sometimes bring us back to the part of ourselves that has felt lost.You'll hear:* How one child's need became the beginning of a global mission* Why success does not always create fulfillment* How service can shift your perspective when you feel stuck or disconnected* Why children cannot carry adult-sized problems alone* How small moments of compassion can become life-changing* What happens when your purpose grows bigger than you* How founders, parents, helpers, and leaders can struggle when their identity begins to shift* Why helping others can awaken healing, meaning, and purpose in your own lifeIf you have ever felt like you should be happy, but still feel like something is missing, this conversation is a reminder that purpose is not always found by searching harder.Sometimes, purpose begins when you notice someone else's need and decide, “Not on my watch.”Watch the full episode of Alison Answers now.In this episode:00:00 Success does not always mean fulfillment02:21 Luke Mickelson and the mission of Sleep in Heavenly Peace05:41 How Luke's story began13:57 The moment he heard children were sleeping without beds16:05 Why service changes your perspective23:43 Meeting Haley, the child who changed everything27:17 Why this became more than just a bed31:24 How the mission began to grow37:39 From local project to hundreds of chapters38:08 Reaching hundreds of thousands of children39:46 Founder syndrome and losing your identity in the mission49:33 Why being needed is not the same as being valued52:47 Redefining your role when your purpose evolves01:17:28 What to say to someone who feels hopeless01:19:19 Why service can lead to true happiness01:20:15 The power of tiny moments01:25:56 How to get involved01:29:25 Why your life and your actions matterConnect with Alison:Instagram: @alisonanswers | @lagercounselingWebsite: LagerCounseling.comYouTube: Alison AnswersFacebook: Alison Lager Lcsw CasacPurchase Alison's book: “The Wake Up Call”Alison Answers Facebook Group: Join HEREWomen of Excellence FB group: Join HERE⚠️ Crisis Resources:Lager Counseling ServicesCall: 516-221-2123Text: (914) 363-0381Wantagh: 3408 Park Ave. Wantagh, NY 11793988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7, free, confidential)Call or text 988 | Visit 988lifeline.org

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Today we're closing out our Singles Series with Brittany from deep east Texas! One of my favorite parts of getting to know Brittany was learning about her heart for God's word and memorizing scripture, ever since she was young. We talk about the power that God's word has had on her life and how it's informed so much of who she is and how she chooses to live, and how growing up in a large family shaped the way she sees life, her leadership abilities, and her communication skills. It's a conversation about faith, family, spiritual leadership, unexpected heartbreak – and personal growth – and I know you'll be inspired by Brittany, and want to get to know her! Single guys, reach out to Brittany and say hello on Instagram or via email. **A quick note: While we're excited to introduce you to the singles featured in this series, their appearance on the podcast should not be considered an endorsement or recommendation. We have not conducted background checks or extensive screening, so if you choose to connect with someone featured here, please do so thoughtfully and at your own discretion. Click here to WATCH the full episode. Podcast Extras: Relationship Skills - Pre-Order Now! Relationships don't fall apart because of a lack of love but struggle because of a lack of skill. As you and your partner move through the four seasons of a relationship each bringing its own rhythms, challenges, and opportunities for growth—how you show up will either strengthen your relationship or slowly wear it down. Originally released as Love in Every Season, this updated and expanded guide from licensed professional counselor Debra Fileta is your road map to the skills you need to strengthen your relationship at every stage. Whether you're single, dating, engaged, or married, Relationship Skills will help you in SPRING: stop ignoring red flags and build on a healthy foundation in SUMMER: build connection and intimacy without losing yourself in FALL: communicate honestly, repair, and grow through conflic in WINTER: stay intentional when things feel stagnant Let this guide help you take your relationship skills to the next level so you can grow in maturity, deepen intimacy, and build a relationship that lasts! The Debra Fileta Counselors Network: Book a counseling session at the Debra Fileta Counselors Network and get started on your healing journey from the inside out TODAY! DEBRA FILETA is a Licensed Professional Counselor, national speaker, and founder of the Debra Fileta Counselors Network. She is the bestselling author of nine books including Choosing Marriage, Are You Really OK?, RESET, and Soul Care. Debra is the host of the popular podcast and nationally syndicated radio show Talk To Me where she facilitates on-air authentic counseling-style sessions with notable pastors and leaders. You may also recognize her voice from her appearances...

You've said it yourself, probably more than once: "I think it's my hormones." Your period is wonky, your cravings feel uncontrollable, the scale won't budge no matter what you do, and you lose your shit every month before your period starts. In this episode, I'm breaking down why that phrase has become a crutch, and what your hormones are actually trying to tell you when they create these symptoms.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:Why "it's my hormones" keeps you stuck in confusion instead of getting you real answersWhat your hormones are actually responding to (hint: it's not bad luck, and it's not just being 42)The real reason skipping breakfast or undereating earlier in the day backfires on your metabolismHow cortisol gets aimed at the wrong problem when your body thinks food is scarceWhy your cravings, wonky periods, and restless sleep are all the same problem showing up five different waysThe simple daily eating structure that tells your body it's safe to burn fat instead of store itWhat "optimal protein" actually means, and why more isn't automatically betterWhy the healthy-looking protein bars and pre-made shakes in your pantry might not be helping youTIMESTAMPS: 00:01 — Welcome back and a back-to-school life update 02:28 — Your hormones don't exist separately from how you're nourishing your body 04:51 — Why our medical system isn't built to teach nutrition or hold you accountable 06:07 — The vicious cycle of confusion, outsourcing, and superficial results 08:30 — "Your hormones aren't the problem, they're responding to being undernourished" 10:51 — What your hormones are actually responding to (it's not just calories) 13:08 — How cortisol solves the wrong problem when food feels scarce 15:12 — How this shows up as cravings, wonky periods, PMS, and restless sleep 17:35 — Why simply thinking about your food ahead of time changes everything 18:52 — What "optimal protein" really means and why blood sugar balance matters more than the number 19:44 — Redefining your ideal body weight (it's not a number from your past) 22:05 — Why nourishment, not medication or supplements, is the real path to safetyRESOURCES:

Join the Millionaire University AI Mastermind at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/AI #1052 Former corporate lawyer turned creative entrepreneur, Shinah Chang shares the real (and refreshingly honest) journey of building a business that actually feels aligned. In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Shinah breaks down how she went from a risk-averse, straight-line “traditional success” path to bootstrapping a calligraphy brand — first through custom client work (weddings, luxury events, brand activations), then by shifting into teaching and scalable online courses. Shinah talks about the mindset shift from hobbyist to business owner, how to market a premium creative service, why you don't need to be “years ahead” to teach, and what it looked like to scale to nearly $1M in revenue during the pandemic — only to step back, reset, and rebuild a leaner business with more freedom. If you've ever wondered whether entrepreneurship will really make you happier — or just bring your old patterns with you — this conversation is for you! (Original Air Date - 12/24/25) What we discuss with Shinah: + Corporate lawyer burnout + Leaving with no plan + Discovering calligraphy as an outlet + Bootstrapping creative income + Crooked Calligraphy niche + Landing premium clients + Networking over viral marketing + Teaching before feeling “ready” + Scaling with online courses + Redefining success and alignment Thank you, Shinah! Check out Crooked Calligraphy at ⁠CrookedCalligraphy.com⁠. Get the free ⁠Calligraphy Workshop⁠. Follow Shinah on ⁠Instagram⁠. Watch the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠video podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ of this episode! Get your FREE 5 Minute Business Plan at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/Plan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A change in your circumstances does not mean you have lost progress. In this episode, I explore why it can feel as though you've gone backwards when your life changes, and how much of that judgement comes from ideas about success and progress that we have absorbed from society.     I look at the expectations you may be using to judge where you are in life and what happens when your circumstances no longer fit the timeline you thought they would. I also explore the difference between the facts of what has changed and the meaning you attach to those changes, including what you might be making them mean about you.     This episode will help you question your assumptions about what moving forwards is supposed to look like. You'll be invited to consider whose definition of success you are using, separate circumstance from interpretation, and make room for the possibility that different does not have to mean worse. Sometimes, even going backwards can be exactly what is needed.                                                           Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://maisiehill.com/294                   Join us in the Powerful membership, or join the waitlist: https://maisiehill.com/powerful

It takes "b_ll$"to go after industry giants. And it doesn't mean toppling an industry giant, it just means getting a slice of the pie. I have witnessed numerous attempts at this in a variety of sectors, and most fail...and for many reasons..but this idea is working. David Kong might have traded the high-octane pace of New York hedge funds for the delicate clink of hand-blown glass, but don't think for a moment he's lost his edge. In this episode, you'll hear how an outsider to the wine glass industry spotted a wide-open niche, challenged global heavyweights, and built a thriving company—all by obsessing over quality, price, and experience. Paul Kalemkiarian sits down with David Kong to trace the unlikely journey from financial analysis to the sensory world of wine glass design, unearthing what really happens when you try to disrupt a tradition-bound market. You'll learn how, through sharp intuition and a knack for timing, David Kong built a direct-to-consumer glassware company that quietly caught fire through word-of-mouth—not flashy ads or influencers. He reveals what makes a hand-blown glass so irresistible to both diners and restaurateurs, and why elevating the vessel is about a lot more than aesthetics: it's about economics, market trends, and the way people experience wine. The conversation spans the practical—such as breakage rates and budgets—to the philosophical, with a deep dive into how glassware touches the very heart of hospitality. Curious how glass thickness, the weight of a vessel, or even the glass company's business model can change the way you enjoy a bottle? Wonder why the trend toward lighter, featherweight glasses has taken the fine-dining world by storm, or how the rise of non-alcoholic "wines" and ready-to-drinks is shaking up both producers and purveyors? This is your chance to hear it straight from the founder who's shifting expectations in some of America's best restaurants. Here's what you'll learn, one wine glass at a time:

Why do some of our best ideas never become reality? We have the vision. We have the ambition. We may even have the skills. But somehow, the idea stays in our head instead of turning into results. In this episode of The Growth Now Movement, I sit down with Brian to unpack one of the biggest challenges facing entrepreneurs, leaders, and high achievers: the gap between potential and execution. Brian has spent years thinking about this problem because he's lived it himself. He talks openly about what it was like to carry an identity of having "uncommon potential" while simultaneously feeling the pressure to prove it. That pursuit of external validation eventually pushed him toward an unsustainable version of ambition—one driven by hustle, achievement, and the need to constantly demonstrate that he was capable. But eventually, something had to change. We talk about the shift from extrinsic validation to healthier, more grounded ambition, including a pivotal moment before Brian launched his Burpees for Vets campaign—a project that ultimately raised more than $1 million. That experience became part of a much bigger lesson: Potential doesn't create results. Follow-through does. Brian also completely reframes the way we think about productivity. Instead of simply asking how much you can accomplish, he defines productivity as: Quality × Quantity. It's not just about doing more. It's about making sure the work you're doing actually matters—and then measuring, reflecting, and improving how you execute. We get into the practical systems Brian uses to make that happen, including dynamic time blocking, schedule-first planning, daily check-ins, end-of-day reviews, and a Todoist-based task system. He also shares a simple but powerful definition of accountability: "Keeping track." Rather than viewing accountability as someone constantly checking up on you, Brian believes you need a system that makes your commitments visible so you can actually see whether you're doing what you said you were going to do. We also unpack his environment + effort framework for follow-through and why changing your environment can sometimes be more powerful than simply trying harder. Brian shares how a pre-commitment with a mentor helped him finally finish his book draft—proof that sometimes the best productivity strategy isn't more motivation. It's creating consequences and structures that make follow-through easier. And toward the end of the conversation, Brian gets deeply personal about his recent journey into Christian faith and how finding faith has changed the way he thinks about ambition, identity, purpose, and what success actually means. If you've ever felt like you're capable of more but struggle to consistently execute, this episode will give you a different way to think about productivity, accountability, discipline, and personal growth. In This Episode, We Discuss: Why great ideas so often fail to become results The "uncommon potential" identity and the pressure that comes with it The difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation How external validation can create unsustainable ambition Brian's Burpees for Vets campaign and raising over $1 million Why productivity isn't simply about doing more The Quality × Quantity productivity framework How to measure, reflect, and improve your performance Why your schedule should come before your task list Dynamic time blocking and intentional planning Brian's Todoist task-management system The power of end-of-day reviews What accountability actually means Why "keeping track" can change your follow-through The relationship between environment and effort How pre-commitment creates accountability Why motivation isn't enough How Brian finally finished his book draft Creating systems that make execution easier Redefining success and ambition Brian's recent journey into Christian faith How faith can change your relationship with achievement and identity

Episode #1179 What if the connection you're looking for in your marriage has very little to do with sex and everything to do with emotional safety? In this episode of The TPM Show, Doug Holt is joined by TPM Coach Scott Wolford to explore what it truly means to create deep connection with your partner. Drawing from Scott's personal transformation through The Powerful Man, the conversation challenges the common belief that intimacy begins in the bedroom. Instead, they reveal how emotional presence, vulnerability, and consistent leadership create the foundation for lasting intimacy. Scott shares how years of chasing physical connection left both him and his wife feeling disconnected, and how learning to lead with love, strength, and emotional openness completely transformed their marriage. Together, Doug and Scott discuss why women need emotional safety before physical intimacy, how small daily moments of connection build trust, and why becoming the man your wife can truly feel changes everything. Whether your relationship is struggling or you're looking to deepen an already healthy marriage, this episode offers practical insights into creating the kind of connection that lasts. Timestamp Chapters 00:00 What emotional connection really means 02:12 Scott's Alpha Reset transformation 10:22 Redefining intimacy in marriage 13:36 Why emotional safety changes everything 16:58 Leading with confidence and consistency 20:35 Turning conflict into connection 24:26 Creating a lasting family legacy 30:00 Why your wife reflects your energy 33:19 Breaking generational relationship patterns 37:24 Practical ways to deepen emotional intimacy If your marriage is struggling and you're looking for practical guidance to rebuild connection, download your free copy of A Man's Guide on How to Save Your Marriage Without Talking About It. The Powerful Man helps men become stronger husbands, fathers, and leaders through practical coaching, emotional resilience, and authentic masculine leadership.

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when survival is no longer the goal and building wealth becomes the mission?For many immigrants and entrepreneurs, the journey to financial success begins with sacrifice: leaving behind family, rebuilding identity, overcoming uncertainty, and pushing through challenges that most people never see. But the biggest transformation happens when the question shifts from “How do I survive?” to “How do I create ownership, freedom, and a lasting legacy?”In this episode of The Wealth Vibe Show, Vinki Loomba sits down with Digna Deleon Morris, entrepreneur, financial educator, and advocate for Hispanic professionals and business owners, for a powerful conversation about resilience, mindset, and building generational wealth.Key TakeawaysHow Digna transformed from a 17-year-old immigrant earning $5.25 an hour into a successful entrepreneur by changing her mindset, identity, and approach to wealth creationWhy working harder on yourself than your job is the foundation for personal growth, leadership, and financial successHow self-image, confidence, and belief systems directly impact your ability to create wealth and pursue entrepreneurshipWhy financial literacy is essential for creating, protecting, and transferring generational wealth across familiesHow true wealth goes beyond income—it is about ownership, freedom, choices, and creating a lasting legacy for future generationsA Question Every Investor Should ConsiderAre you building wealth only by increasing your income, or are you developing the mindset, financial knowledge, and ownership strategies needed to create lasting freedom?Digna's message is clear: wealth is not created only through hard work. It is created through belief, education, intentional action, and the ability to make your money work for you and your family.Episode Timeline00:00 From survival mode to wealth building: Digna's journey from immigrant beginnings to entrepreneurship 02:24 Starting over in America: overcoming challenges, uncertainty, and building resilience 07:21 The mindset shift: investing in yourself and finding mentors for growth 15:59 Why self-image is the foundation of wealth creation and leadership 24:40 Financial literacy, wealth protection, and breaking generational cycles 26:50 Redefining wealth: legacy, freedom, and creating impact beyond money

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In this episode, I examine the career journey of Doc Iggy - an orthopedic spine surgeon and popular digital creator - through the lens of Career Identity Expansion. Known online via his handle @doc.iggy, he gained widespread attention for sharing his medical journey, lifestyle, and mentorship before stepping away from clinical practice to focus on content creation. SummaryThis episode explores how professionals can expand their career identities beyond traditional roles, using the story of Dr. Eggie to illustrate the concept of career identity expansion and multidimensional careers.Takeaways:Your professional identity is not limited to your job title.Expanding your career identity can include multiple roles and interests.Success in one area does not mean you must abandon other passions.Redefining your relationship with your career can lead to greater fulfillment.You can honor your past achievements while exploring new dimensions of yourself.Take the Career Identity Expansion Assessment  https://lifebeyondclinicalpractice.thrivecart.com/cie-assessment/Visit the website: www.lifebeyondclinicalpractice.com

In this special episode of Raising Wild Hearts, I'm stepping onto the other side of the microphone and sharing my guest appearance on the Beyond the 9 to 5 Ceiling Summit.We talk about what happens when the life you've built—or the way you've been working—no longer fits the woman you've become. I share my own journey from leaving a traditional career, through entrepreneurship and motherhood, to realizing that sometimes creating the life you truly want requires slowing down, listening inward, and having the courage to choose differently.We explore the tension between ambition and presence, why perceived security can keep us stuck, what it means to start before you feel ready, and how small courageous choices begin to build an entirely different future.We also talk about purpose, community, motherhood, redefining success, and why finding your people can make all the difference when you're walking a path that doesn't look traditional.If you've been feeling a quiet pull toward something different—more intention, more connection, more purpose, or simply a life that feels more like yours—this conversation is for you.

Recorded live at the Healing Pen & A Mic journaling workshop in St. Paul, this episode brings you straight into the room.Nancy stepped out of a afternoon of writing alongside fellow cancer patients and survivors to sit down with host Talaya Dendy. Diagnosed with acute promyelocytic leukemia in 2018, Nancy speaks with quiet honesty about the specific kind of isolation that can follow you even in a crowded room. She shares what happened when treatment ended and the appointments stopped, how her perspective on healing transformed, and what keeps her grounded when disconnection creeps back in.If you have ever felt isolated after a diagnosis or wondered what comes next when treatment stops, this conversation offers a space to process those feelings alongside people who understand.✨ Episode Highlights:01:32 Nancy shares her 2018 leukemia diagnosis and its sudden onset01:45 What it feels like to write in a room surrounded by people who understand: "a freeing sensation and just a validation"02:37 The reality of feeling alone even when supported by medical staff and family03:33 Redefining healing as an ongoing practice rather than a quick fix04:03 Practical advice for navigating isolation after a diagnosis04:33 The abrupt transition after chemo ends and the quiet that followsAbout the Guest: Nancy Tepley-Mimbach was diagnosed with acute promyelocytic leukemia in 2018. She joined the Healing Pen & A Mic workshop seeking the community connection that felt missing after her active treatment ended.Take the Next StepAttend a Workshop (Twin Cities): Join us for the next Healing Pen & A Mic journaling workshop on Saturday, October 4th. Save your spot: https://bit.ly/healingpenwaitlist

Join Me To Build Your Best Fall – https://buildyourbestfall.com/  Most of us were raised to be careful with money. Save it, stretch it, wait for the sale. Those habits matter, but nobody ever taught me the other half: how to make money grow while I sleep. In Part 2 of my money mindset series, I'm closing that gap with the four decisions wealthy women make with every dollar, and the one question that quietly changes how you spend. Not “can I afford this?” but “what kind of future does this build?” Because every dollar you spend is either building your future or buying you a nice moment. And wealthy women learn how to tell the difference.   What You'll Learn in This Episode: The one question to ask before any purchase that instantly reveals whether you're building wealth or renting a moment Why buying back your time is the first decision wealthy women make (and the brutal math on "you can always make more money, but you'll never make more Wednesdays") How paying for speed, through coaching and masterminds, can collapse years of expensive mistakes into one honest conversation Why protecting your energy and health early is a wealth decision, not a luxury The patience play: how buying assets before upgrades quietly builds real wealth while the world thinks you're behind What wealthy women refuse to buy, including the guilt that follows women every time they spend on themselves Why a woman of faith builds wealth in the first place: freedom to be outrageously generous when God nudges   Timestamps: (01:19) — The money skill nobody taught us: holding money vs. building it (02:05) — The question hiding inside every purchase: what future does this build? (02:23) — Decision 1: Buy back your best hours (and the "Wednesdays" math) (04:12) — Decision 2: Pay for speed, coaches, masterminds, and the fear underneath (06:21) — Decision 3: Protect your energy first, while you still feel good (07:41) — Decision 4: Buy assets before upgrades (08:51) — What wealthy women refuse to buy: approval and guilt (09:37) — Your one decision this week (10:31) — Why women of faith build wealth: freedom and generosity (12:12) — On the Wise Woman Method, plus this week's recommendation (13:39) — Redefining wealth: freedom and provision from the Lord   Links to great things we discussed:  The 7 Habits of Financially Healthy Women TV Recommendation - Widow's Bay Function Health - Use code AWORTHINGTON10 for a discount on comprehensive lab testing Wise Woman Method on Substack Join Me To Build Your Best Fall – https://buildyourbestfall.com/ Take the Secret Superpower Quiz Join the Uplift Community Follow me on Instagram Don't forget to watch me on YouTube!    I hope you loved this episode!

What do you do when the career you love is suddenly taken from you? For Adriana Brangi, the answer was: you find a new way to swim. In 2020, Adriana was diagnosed with primary progressive multiple sclerosis — a diagnosis that ended her career as a preschool teacher and forced her to completely rethink what her life and work would look like going forward. Rather than letting MS dictate her limits, Adriana found something unexpected: freedom in the water. She became a certified scuba diver and discovered that diving gave her a sense of physical control she couldn't find on land. As she puts it, “When I go into the water, I have full range of motion… everything works better. I'm me again.” That experience led her to found Diving Beyond MS, a nonprofit dedicated to spreading MS awareness and helping people with chronic illnesses experience the healing and freedom of diving firsthand. In this episode, Adriana shares her full career journey — from the life she built as a preschool teacher, through the disruption of her diagnosis, to the moment she found a new sense of purpose underwater. It's a conversation about resilience, reinvention, and what it means to find a new way forward when the life you planned is no longer available to you. Topics discussed: • Adriana's career as a preschool teacher and how her MS diagnosis upended it • Adapting to life with primary progressive MS • Discovering scuba diving and the physical/emotional relief it provided • Founding Diving Beyond MS and its mission • Advocacy for chronic illness and disability awareness • Redefining identity and purpose after a life-altering diagnosis Learn more about Adriana Brangi's Diving Beyond MS: https://www.instagram.com/diving_beyond_ms/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Windows 11 Copilot isn't just for quick answers—discover how its latest features let you organize projects, analyze documents, and even create interactive quizzes, changing how you get things done on your PC. Host: Paul Thurrott Download or subscribe to Hands-On Windows at https://twit.tv/shows/hands-on-windows Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord. Sponsor: bitwarden.com/twit

With their recent album, “Redefining the Standards,” Nashville Women in Jazz set a new standard themselves, releasing the first all-women project ever recorded at the legendary RCA Studio B. Founder Alayna Renae joins host Rachel Iacovone to delve into our city's modern jazz scene by taking a look back, from Jefferson Street in the ‘40s to Rudy's and Urban Cowboy today. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 20th episode: Nashville Shakespeare Fest Alabama Beaches VOTE FOR US in the Nashville Scene's Best of Nashville 2026 Awards! Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

What if the biggest challenge facing dental hygiene education isn't recruitment or curriculum—but burnout?   In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave welcome Jasmin Haley for a conversation about the emotional and professional demands of teaching. Together, they explore why educating future clinicians is a form of clinical work in itself, how burnout quietly develops, and what educators and institutions can do to build more sustainable careers.   Whether you're a seasoned faculty member or just beginning your journey in academia, this episode offers practical strategies for protecting your well-being while continuing to make a lasting impact.   In This Episode   The unique causes of burnout among dental hygiene educators.   Why teaching is both clinical and emotional labor.   Balancing teaching, service, scholarship, and personal well-being.   Setting boundaries and creating sustainable workloads.   Recognizing the early warning signs of burnout.   Practical strategies for maintaining passion and purpose in education.   How academic institutions can better support faculty wellness and retention.   Advice for new educators entering academia.   Redefining success and productivity in an academic career.   Connect with Our Guest   Jasmin Haley Email: info@beyondtheprophy.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasminhaley/   Contact the Hosts   Jessica Atkinson Email: jatkinson@endeavorb2b.com   Dave Torres Email: dtorres@endeavorb2b.com

What if the limitations you face aren't the end of your story—but an invitation to discover what God can do through you?What do you do when the challenges in your life feel bigger than your ability to overcome them? Kyle Pease knows what it is like to face limitations every day. Born with cerebral palsy, Kyle relies on caregivers for many of the ordinary tasks most people do without thinking. But instead of allowing those limitations to define what is possible, Kyle has spent his life challenging expectations—and encouraging others to do the same.Kyle is a two-time Ironman World Championship triathlete, disability advocate, and Chief Inspirational Officer of the Kyle Pease Foundation, which he co-founded with his brother Brett. But one of the biggest transformations in Kyle's life came when he became a follower of Jesus in 2013. He shares how discovering God's love changed the way he faced life's challenges and gave him someone to lean on when life felt hard.In this conversation, Kyle talks honestly about asking for help, living with visible limitations, dealing with dark days, and learning to rely on God. He also shares the journey that led him to complete an Ironman alongside his brother and how that experience became the foundation for helping others with disabilities discover what they are capable of.If you're facing a goal that feels impossible, struggling with anxiety or discouragement, or wondering whether your limitations will always hold you back, Kyle's story will challenge you to take the next step. You may not know exactly how you'll reach the finish line, but you can trust God to meet you along the way.Meet Kyle PeaseKyle Pease is a two-time Ironman World Championship triathlete, disability advocate, and the Chief Inspirational Officer of the Kyle Pease Foundation. Born with cerebral palsy, Kyle has spent his life redefining what's possible and advocating for people with disabilities.Kyle became a follower of Jesus in 2013, and his faith has become central to the way he approaches life's challenges. Alongside his brother, Brett, he co-founded the Kyle Pease Foundation, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with disabilities through sports and beyond. Through his story, athletics, advocacy, and faith, Kyle encourages people to see beyond limitations and discover what is possible when they take the next step.Key TakeawaysWhen your limitations feel defining:Learn to see yourself as more than the challenges people can see on the outside.When asking for help feels uncomfortable:Discover how vulnerability, humility, and allowing others to carry your burdens can strengthen your faith.When you want to give up:Remember that you don't have to finish the whole race today—just take the next step with God.When life feels impossible:Release the pressure you're carrying and invite God into your goals, struggles, and dreams.When you feel discouraged or stuck:Be reminded that every new day is a gift and an opportunity to see what God can do through your life.How This Episode Will Encourage YouWhatever impossible thing you're facing, you don't have to face it alone. Take the next step, ask God for what you need, and trust Him to meet you there—because your limitations do not have the final word.If Kyle's story encouraged you, subscribe to the Collide Podcast and share this episode with someone who feels stuck, discouraged, or limited by the circumstances they're facing. Your review and share can help another woman discover a conversation that reminds her that God is still at work.Resources + LinksKyle Pease Foundation: kylepeasefoundation.orgCollide Bible Study | A Six Week Journey Toward HealingFollow Willow: Website | Instagram | Facebook

Heather Hardcastle is a California-based pastry chef known for redefining gluten-free baking through a seasonal, ingredient-driven lens. Her work centers on creating food that feels generous, beautiful, and deeply satisfying — and just so happens to be gluten-free. Heather is the founder of Flour Craft Bakery, a beloved 100% gluten-free bakery with two Bay Area locations, established in 2010. Through Flour Craft, she has built a loyal following for her refined yet approachable pastries and savory offerings rooted in natural ingredients and artisan technique. Heather is the author of The Flour Craft Bakery & Cafe Cookbook (Welcome Books, 2021), and has developed widely distributed product lines that bring her signature style into home kitchens. Her work continues to evolve through her growing Substack community, where she shares seasonal recipes and cooking rhythms, and through her retail concept, The GoodLife Shop.  Flourcraftbakery.com Shopgoodlifehome.com Instagram: @flourcraft Substack: flourcraft.substack.com In this episode we explore: •    What made Heather change careers and immerse herself in pastry •    Attending CIA and teaching herself the art of gluten-free pastry •    From farmers' markets to a brick-and-mortar space: the birth of Flour Craft Bakery •    Which flour blends Heather uses •    Opening a second bakery as well as a lifestyle shop •    What gluten-free product presented the biggest challenge •    Book debut: writing The Flour Craft Bakery & Café Cookbook •    Heather's best baking tip and advice to aspiring pros •    And much more!

Send us Fan Mail“Confidence isn't something you're born with—it's a skill you can train.”Do elite athletes ever doubt themselves? Absolutely—and what sets them apart isn't the absence of negative thoughts, but how they respond. Dr. Cindra Kamphoff, founder of the Mentally Strong Institute and trusted coach for the Minnesota Vikings and USA Track and Field, shares powerful frameworks for building confidence, silencing the inner critic, and redefining what it means to win. This conversation blends science, personal stories—including her experience at the Boston Marathon bombing—and practical tools you can use to perform at your best.Key Takeaways:True mental toughness comes from responding differently to negative thoughts, not avoiding them.Confidence is a skill that can be trained through frameworks like “Learn, Burn, and Return.”Redefining “winning” and practicing authenticity unlocks peak performance in sports, business, and life.Thank you for tuning in! If you feel led, please subscribe & share the show to others who you believe would benefit from it.Keep in touch below!Join The Unshakeable Discipline Community! Winning Is... Weekly Newsletter!LinkedIn | www.linkedin.com/in/ryanacass/Instagram | @ryanacass

Garth Brooks and Willie Nelson gave Corey Kent advice that helped change the direction of his life. In this episode of God's Country, Corey joins The Brothers Hunt to tell those stories—and opens up about getting fired with a new baby at home, leaving Nashville, building a life in Texas, and redefining what success really means. Corey shares how he handed Garth Brooks a burned CD containing the only three songs he had written, why he confidently claimed they were ready for country radio, and the life-changing message Garth later sent him. He also remembers singing with Willie Nelson as a teenager and receiving the advice that first sent him to Nashville. The conversation goes deeper into faith, family, fatherhood, hunting, and the emotional moment Corey experienced on his family's Oklahoma land before delivering his grandfather's eulogy. Plus, he talks about “Wild as Her,” his upcoming album Heartland Rock N Roll, working with Jason Aldean, and why he plans to live his life in seasons. CHAPTERS 00:00 Meet Corey Kent 04:00 Why Corey and his wife had a fourth child 07:20 Getting fired with a new baby at home 09:20 Leaving Nashville for Texas 14:00 What You Mad At? 17:20 The rising cost of Corey's party barn 25:00 Hunting, public land and chasing adventure 31:00 Parenting and embracing the season you're in 34:20 Redefining success and building a full table 39:20 Corey remembers his grandfather 44:20 The deer that appeared before the eulogy 48:00 Corey Can: The Game 53:00 Corey's journey through Nashville and Texas 54:30 Singing with Willie Nelson 57:15 Handing Garth Brooks a burned CD 58:30 Garth's life-changing advice 1:03:30 Putting music in its proper place 1:05:20 Why Corey lets the best song win 1:07:00 Heartland Rock N Roll and Corey's influences 1:11:00 Why playing live means everything 1:15:20 Contentment, ambition and life after music 1:20:00 “It's a Great Day to Be Alive” TBH INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebrothershunt/ TBH FACEBOOK: TBHhttps://www.facebook.com/thebrothershunt/ GCP FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/godscountrypodcast GCP INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thegodscountrypodcast/ TBH/ GCP TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@brothershunt?lang=en TBH MERCH: https://the-brothers-hunt.myshopify.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Executive Summary In this Prosperity Podcast episode, Kim Butler and Spencer Shaw dig into what they call the freedom threshold, the point where a person has enough time freedom, money freedom, and relationship freedom to actually live on their own terms. Kim breaks freedom into two categories, freedom from things we no longer want to carry and freedom to the life we actually want, and explains why so many people can describe what they don't want but struggle to name what they do want. The conversation moves into how these priorities shift across life stages, from earning in your 20s and 30s to keeping in your 40s and 50s to questioning the very idea of retirement later on. Kim challenges the assumption that retirement at 65 still makes sense given today's life expectancies, and she draws a sharp line between financial independence and financial abundance. Kim also lays out the most common financial mistakes she sees at both ends of the income spectrum: low income earners who lock up their cash in retirement plans before they've built an emergency opportunity fund, and high income earners who over-invest without keeping enough liquidity to move when a real opportunity shows up. The episode closes with a reminder that clarity, not just cash flow, is what determines whether someone actually feels free. Links & Resources Mentioned Prosperity Thinkers website: https://prosperitythinkers.com/podcasts/ Contact Kim directly: hello@prosperitythinkers.com Keywords financial freedom, freedom threshold, Prosperity Thinkers, financial independence, financial abundance, time freedom, money freedom, relationship freedom, emergency opportunity fund, cash flow, retirement mindset, wealth preservation, confidence, whole life insurance, financial education, mindset, high income earner mistakes, low income earner mistakes, liquidity, 401k mistakes Episode Highlights [00:00:34 - 00:02:00] Kim splits freedom into freedom from and freedom to, and introduces time, money, and relationship freedom. [00:02:00 - 00:03:00] Spencer asks whether these freedoms shift with age, and Kim says it depends on mindset, not just years.  [00:03:00 - 00:04:00] Kim shares the story of an entrepreneur whose CPA reminded her, "It's just money, you can go earn more."  [00:04:00 - 00:05:00] Kim challenges the idea of retirement at 65, calling it a social construct from the 1930s. [00:05:00 - 00:06:00] Kim notes that "87 is the new 65," yet society remains stuck on outdated age expectations. [00:06:00 - 00:07:00] Spencer shares a story about a 90 year old friend who just bought a factory to launch business incubators. [00:07:00 - 00:08:00] Kim defines financial abundance as having enough to live, give, and serve with both time and money freedom. [00:07:30 - 00:08:00] Kim explains that financial freedom comes from confidence in your ability to earn, not a fixed number. [00:08:00 - 00:09:00] Kim identifies the top mistake of low income earners: maxing out a 401k before building an emergency opportunity fund. [00:09:00 - 00:10:00] Kim explains how an emergency opportunity fund lets people say yes to real estate, business, or franchise opportunities. [00:10:00 - 00:11:00] Kim identifies the top mistake of high income earners: being over-focused on investments without a true opportunity fund. [00:11:00 - 00:12:00] Kim questions whether stock market money is really liquid in practice, even when it's technically liquid. [00:12:00 - 00:13:00] Spencer closes with the standard call to action and invites listeners to email their questions to Kim.  

Insider Program: https://www.jochumstrength.comJochum Strength Gear: https://www.bonfire.com/store/jochum-strength/1:1 Consults: https://calendly.com/jochumstrength/consultInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinjochum/Rival Nutrition: Use code JST20 for 20% off at https://rstr.co/rivalnutrition/jstStuart Locke from Kodiak Barbell joins the podcast to talk powerlifting, coaching, online business, movement variety, and what it actually takes to build a product people stay with.We start with Stuart's path from college football and rugby into personal training, coaching coaches, building the Barbell Course with Prescript, and eventually turning online coaching into a real business.From there, we get into programming for powerlifters versus athletes, why big powerlifters need movement variety, how to use frontal and transverse work without turning the program into circus training, and why dynamic effort days need actual caps instead of slowly becoming another max effort day.Stuart also breaks down conditioning for powerlifting, stopwatch workouts, redefining wins for long-term athletes, the psychology of high-level lifters, how to build client retention, why young coaches need more reps before rushing to be thought leaders, and how to develop original ideas without abandoning the basic principles that actually work.00:00 Welcome to the podcast02:00 Building a coaching business through social media05:00 From football and rugby to personal training10:00 Coaching athletes versus powerlifters16:00 Movement variety for big powerlifters22:30 Dynamic effort days and time restrictions26:45 Conditioning for powerlifting30:30 Redefining wins for long-term progress36:00 The mental side of elite powerlifting45:30 Business, retention, and building real valueExtras:Do not compete on being cheaper. Get better, solve problems faster, and build a product worth staying for.

Recorded at the AIDS 2026 conference in Rio de Janeiro, Ben and Dr. mike Reid discuss how climate disruption will exacerbate existing infectious diseases, enable emerging threats, and worsen non-infectious conditions, arguing global health must anticipate and mitigate climate-health impacts. They note health was sidelined at COP Egypt 2025 and that few national climate plans include health adaptation budgets. Case studies contrast Pakistan's 2022 floods—2.6 million new malaria cases, fivefold dengue increase, and 20% of primary care facilities underwater—with Mozambique's Cyclone Idai response, where PEPFAR-supported HIV infrastructure enabled faster recovery through reliable supply chains, information systems, energy backups, and workforce support. They emphasize integrated, resilient primary care and scaled community health workforces (e.g., Ethiopia), including community-delivered mental health care, amid shrinking donor support. mike explains applying Kate Raworth's “donut economics” to climate-health financing, referencing the Bridgetown Initiative and proposing climate-health bonds, while also highlighting greener delivery, regional manufacturing, and lower-emission prevention tools like lenacapavir and cabotegravir. 00:00 Live from Rio 00:52 Climate-Driven Disease 03:26 Health Plans Missing 05:31 Resilient Systems 06:10 Pakistan Flood Case 08:00 Mozambique Cyclone Ida 11:35 Primary Care Backbone 12:27 Community Health Workforce 14:22 Conference Funding Shift 17:09 Donut Economics Explained 20:55 Cameroon Donut Priorities 22:25 Why Leaders Ignore Health 23:32 Financing Climate Health 29:57 Sustainable Global Health 32:09 One Key Investment 33:34 Rio Networking Surprise 35:02 Wrap-Up and Credits Learn more about the book: https://bit.ly/redefining-global-health More from UCSF Institute for Global Health Sciences: https://globalhealthsciences.ucsf.edu Check Out mike Reid's Substack: https://substack.com/@reimaginingglobalhealth Check Out Ben's Substack: https://substack.com/@benplumley1 Join the Conversation! What would it take for global health to avoid decline? Share your thoughts in the comments! Subscribe & Stay Updated: Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform. Watch on YouTube & subscribe for more in-depth global health — and look out for a dedicated sub channel for Redefining Global Health in the 21st Century under A Shot in the Arm's YouTube home. Redefining Global Health in the 21st Century: The Podcast (Playlist on Youtube) https://bit.ly/rgh-book A Shot in the Arm Podcast Youtube (Main Channel) https://youtube.com/@shotarmpodcast

In this inspiring episode, former corporate CMO turned executive performance coach Dave Callan shares how stepping away from high-profile executive roles and embracing extreme endurance challenges transformed his understanding of mindset, leadership, and personal growth. Exploring the intersection where presence meets progress, Dave discusses the courage required to navigate major career pivots, the power of stripping away external titles to build values-led identities, and why embracing discomfort is essential for long-term transformation.  From running multi-stage ultramarathons in the Amazon jungle to coaching founders through high-stakes transitions, Dave breaks down practical frameworks for shifting self-limiting beliefs, conquering procrastination, and aligning your daily actions with your future self. You'll Learn Why: Procrastination is almost always a fear-driven threat response rather than a lack of motivation or simple laziness. True courage cannot exist without the presence of fear, making moments of uncertainty your greatest opportunities for growth. Anchoring your self-worth to internal core values rather than external corporate titles gives you the resilience to successfully navigate major career transitions. Viewing life and leadership through the lens of your future self provides the objective clarity needed to make empowered, forward-facing decisions today. Whether you're a founder, CEO, small business owner, entrepreneur, startup leader or executive, these lessons will help you make smarter hiring decisions and build a stronger, more successful business.

Angela Petersen: The Ingredients for Success in Redefining What Aging Can Be In This Episode: Angela's path from United States Navy nurse to doctor of nursing and Chief Clinical and Scientific Officer at InstaMed Pharmaceuticals Why decades old research discouraged women from hormone replacement, and how the science has since been refuted The link between estrogen decline and cognitive decline, including dementia risk Why cholesterol is essential for brain function, and how inflammation, not cholesterol, drives cardiovascular risk Testing follicle stimulating hormone to understand where a woman is in the menopause transition Why bioidentical hormones and testosterone matter for both women and men How semaglutide and tirzepatide, known as Ozempic and Mounjaro, work as peptides that change metabolism, insulin response, and glucose regulation InstaMed's oral dissolving strip technology for peptides supporting skin, sleep, cognitive clarity, mitochondrial activation, growth hormone production, and pain, healing, and circulation How microplastics, seed oils, and modern plumbing may be undermining hormonal health InstaMed is a Utah based, United States manufactured company built to bring transparency to a peptide market Angela describes as the wild west Why Generation X is positioned to age differently than previous generations, and what that means for work, purpose, and financial security Why glutathione and clean eating support the body's natural detoxification process against everyday environmental toxins Key Takeaways: Redefine what normal means. Subjective symptoms deserve a real answer, even when lab numbers look fine Build a foundation first. Hormone optimization and metabolic regulation are the pillars everything else is built on Stay curious about innovation. GLP one therapy and peptide science are reshaping healthy aging and longevity Prepare for a different future. Financial self reliance, entrepreneurship, and AI fluency matter more than ever after fifty Purpose does not retire. A vital, engaged, purpose driven life is possible well beyond what past generations expected Memorable Quotes: "Normal is not normal." "You don't know how bad you felt until you start feeling good." "If you're in your fifties, you should be the most educated on AI right now." Perfect for anyone navigating midlife, menopause, or a career transition who wants to redefine what growth and vitality can look like. Connect with Angela Petersen: Book, The Wellness Glitch, available on Amazon Company, InstaMed Pharmaceuticals, getinstamed.com Contact, office line and text, 385-486-4181 Connect with Julie Riga: Website, your website Social Media, your social media handles Coaching, learn more about leadership coaching and transformation Stacklist, https://stacklist.app/julieriga Subscribe to Stay On Course wherever you listen to podcasts Share this episode with someone ready to optimize their health and reclaim their purpose #stayoncourse #healthyaging #hormoneoptimization #longevity #leadershipmindse Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"Quit" might be the most forbidden word in sports. Journalist Lindsay Crouse says that's exactly the problem.Lindsay spent 15 years at The New York Times covering the extremes of human performance before turning the question on herself: what if the constant pushing through wasn't actually working? Her new book, The Case for Quitting, argues that stepping back is often the smarter, braver choice, not the weaker one. Lindsay and JP unpack why our brains default to staying on a path long after it stops serving us, and how Roger Bannister broke the four minute mile only after he stopped training entirely for three days.This one is for any coach who has ever told an athlete to push through pain that wasn't actually productive, and for any coach who has done the same thing to themselves.Chapters(00:00) Welcome and Book Origins(00:43) Why She Wrote The Case for Quitting(03:53) Where the Need to Persevere Comes From(07:01) JP's Basketball Story(12:22) Regret Research and Spotlight Effect(19:07) Fromm's Having vs Being(21:29) Is Grit Sometimes a Bad Habit(26:04) Why Coaches Can't Shut It Down(27:31) Bannister's Rest Before the Mile RecordTOC 3-2-13 Quotes | 2 Questions | 1 ResourceYour fast-track to the episode's most actionable ideas."Quitting is not simply a failure of resolve or an easy way out. Often it's a courageous first step to something better."Lindsay Crouse"Our brains prefer not to decide. They prefer to slide, to continue down the path we're already on."Lindsay Crouse"My identity wasn't even just a basketball player. My identity was the guy who had this dream."JP Nerbun2 Questions for Your TeamQ1: Where in your season are you "sliding" instead of deciding, just because it's the path you already know?Q2: If you set a deadline to reassess one commitment on your team right now, what would that deadline be, and what would make you actually keep it?1 Resource to Go DeeperThe Case for Quitting by Lindsay CrouseA 15 year New York Times veteran makes the research-backed case that stepping back is often the braver, smarter choice than pushing through.Find the book hereKey TakeawaysPerseverance Is Not the Same Thing as SuccessStaying Is a Decision, Not a DefaultSet a Deadline Before You StartWe Regret the Roads We Never Tried, Not the Ones We LeftRest Isn't the Absence of Discipline, It's a ToolYou Don't Leave Your Strengths Behind When You Quit SomethingGet the notes and tools:tocculture.comJoin TOC Coach, community, courses, and live coaching:tocculture.comBetter Coaches. Better Leaders. Better Culture.

Dr. Jennifer Tsai's career does not fit neatly into the traditional definition of optometry. She is an optometrist, practice owner, content creator, and entrepreneur who has built a personal brand reaching hundreds of thousands of followers while developing two practices in New York City. But the polished version seen today was built through experimentation, setbacks, […]

If you've ever called yourself lazy or a bad housekeeper for having a messy junk drawer, this one's for you. Tracy McCubbin, professional organizer and self-proclaimed "child of a hoarder," breaks down why so much organization advice misses the emotional root of clutter — and how to stop being a perfectionist about your home. Tracy gets honest about the shame so many of us carry around our spaces, and offers a refreshingly simple reframe: your house isn't wrong and neither are you, it's just not working for you yet. That small shift in identity is one of the most powerful daily habits you can build for feeling more at peace at home — no color-coded pantry required. This clip is personal development and self-care for mothers in its most practical form. It's not about chasing a Pinterest-perfect house, it's about learning how to feel happier in the one you already have. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/the-roots-behind-your-clutter-problem-how-to-fix-them-with-tracy-mccubbin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

August 13th, 2026: What does being "productive" actually mean when you stop comparing your life to hundreds of other people's lives online?In this solo episode of The Mom Room, I'm chatting about a few things that have been on my mind lately, starting with the fact that I've somehow fallen back into my old habit of making MASSIVE to-do lists. Summer has been amazing, but being out of our normal routine, constantly changing schedules, and trying to fit work into unpredictable weeks has definitely made staying organized a little harder. I'm already looking ahead to September and some new work habits I want to try, including time blocking and being much more intentional about what actually needs to get done.I also share my ridiculously quick and easy morning makeup routine with our friends at MERIT Beauty. Getting ready has never been easier, and it fits perfectly with this season of wanting things to feel simpler, not more complicated.Then we get into another major change I've noticed since I stopped mindlessly scrolling social media: I've completely changed the way I think about productivity.When you're constantly consuming other people's routines, workouts, meals, businesses, homes, parenting, habits and endless "productive day in my life" content, it's very easy to feel like you're never doing enough. Since I stopped watching what everyone else is doing, I'm much more relaxed about my own days. I'm focusing on what I actually want to prioritize instead of subconsciously adopting everyone else's priorities.And finally... I clarify what I meant when I said on Instagram Stories this week that I cannot stand the "woe is me" content people post for engagement. Because apparently I had some thoughts.

Redefining Love, Long Distance, and Returning to the Nest (Season 6 | Episode 251) When Amir and I sat down with Jennifer and Chris for this episode, I knew we were in for something special. There is a quiet, profound sweetness in the way these two understand each other—a connection honed not by daily routines in the same living room, but through years of intentional presence across continents. As open nesters, so many of us are searching for ways to rewrite our stories once our kids begin to fly, and Jennifer and Chris offer a breathtaking map of what happens when you dare to choose an unconventional path. Open Nesters Podcast Ethical Non-Monogamy in Midlife Long-Distance Polyamory Relationships Navigating Relationships with Adult Children Redefining Intimacy and Relationship Design Their story began decades ago as high school sweethearts who eventually went their separate ways, traveled the world, and reconnected later in life via long-distance emails and letters. What struck me immediately was how they built a foundation of compersion—that rare, beautiful feeling of genuine joy for your partner's happiness outside of yourself—long before they even attached a label to their relationship. By the time they officially stepped into an adult relationship together, they had already learned how to cheer each other on from afar, establishing a deep sense of trust that would soon be tested and expanded in ways neither expected. When Jennifer brought up the idea of exploring ethical non-monogamy, it wasn’t a reckless leap; it was a conscious invitation to growth. For Chris, taking those first steps into polyamory while separated by an ocean was a radical, challenging shift that required deliberate inner work. They immersed themselves in books, attended meetup groups, and established dedicated two-hour check-ins to hold space for the hard, uncomfortable conversations. Through navigating long-distance dating, time zone hurdles, and emotional friction, they discovered that opening their relationship didn’t pull them apart—it built an indestructible framework for radical honesty and deep self-awareness. What I love most about their dynamic is how fluidly they allowed their relationship to evolve. After several years of practicing polyamory, both Jennifer and Chris found themselves naturally transitioning back toward a committed, monogamous bond. Their time exploring open relationships wasn’t a “failed experiment”—it was a transformative bridge that taught them how to express their desires, set healthy boundaries, and bring a renewed sense of erotic novelty and intimacy back to each other. It's a powerful reminder that we have full permission to design our relationships in seasons, choosing what serves our growth at any given stage of life. This spirit of openness inevitably ripples into our homes and how we show up for our adult children. Both Jennifer and Chris recently experienced the unexpected gift of having their adult daughters move back home—Jennifer's 26-year-old daughter for ten months, and Chris's daughter while pursuing her PhD in Germany. As parents, watching our children navigate their own adult transitions allows us to model a life of continuous self-discovery. By letting go of traditional expectations in our own lives, we create a supportive, judgment-free space where our children feel safe to grow, return, and eventually take flight again. As we move through midlife, there is so much grace in giving ourselves permission to ask for what we need, whether that's in the bedroom, in our careers, or in our living arrangements. Aging doesn’t mean settling into static routines; it's an invitation to step out of the “vanilla” defaults society hands us and try something new from the menu. When we embrace the pauses, practice active listening, and give ourselves grace, we realize that midlife isn’t about holding onto control—it’s about opening our hearts to whatever rich experiences are waiting for us next. Reframing “Addiction” If there's one takeaway from my conversation with Jennifer and Chris, it's that there is no single right way to be an open nester. Whether you are navigating long-distance longing, rethinking your relationship design, or welcoming adult kids back into your spare room, the secret lies in savoring every season for what it is. I encourage you to pause, listen closely to your partner and yourself, and step boldly into your next chapter. What is one area in your relationship or life where you could give yourself more permission to grow this week? Resources for You We want to provide you with support and many many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest: Open Nesters Resource Page The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group About Tessa Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters. Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster. Her offerings are based in her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa's specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature.  If she had one superpower,    it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open hearted lives. Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question: What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. 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From nature's patterns to the creative process, filmmaker Louie Schwartzberg explores how beauty, awe, and wonder can help us truly “be here now.”Today's podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self.This time on the BHNN Guest Podcast, Louie and Jackie explore:Becoming a creative conduit and aligning with the vibrations of the universeThe movement from reaction, to judgment, to feeling, to devotion, to loveOpening our minds and hearts to experience beauty, wonder, and awe Redefining the concept of beauty across culturesWitnessing interconnectedness through presence Louie's time-lapse cinematography and Moving ArtSharing the sacred energy of rhythms, patterns, and colorsStaying present while creating About Louie Schwartzberg:Louie Schwartzberg is an award-winning cinematographer, director, and producer recognized as a pioneer of high-end time-lapse cinematography. Schwartzberg explores the connections between humans and the subtleties of nature and the environment. He directed the 2019 film, Fantastic Fungi, and the 2014 Netflix series, Moving Art. Schwartzberg's recent theatrical releases include the 3D IMAX film, Mysteries of the Unseen World with National Geographic, narrated by Forest Whitaker, and the documentary Wings of Life for Disneynature, narrated by Meryl Streep. Check out Louie's breathtaking streaming library of nature films HERE and keep up with him on Facebook.About The Host, Jackie Dobrinska:Jackie Dobrinska is the Director of Education, Community & Inclusion for Ram Dass' Love, Serve, Remember Foundation and the current host of Ram Dass' Here & Now podcast. She is also a teacher, coach, and spiritual director with the privilege of marrying two decades of mystical studies with 15 years of expertise in holistic wellness. As an inter-spiritual minister, Jackie was ordained in Creation Spirituality in 2016 and has also studied extensively in several other lineages – the plant-medicine-based Pachakuti Mesa Tradition, Sri Vidya Tantra, Western European Shamanism, Christian Mysticism, the Wise Woman Tradition, and others. Today, in addition to building courses and community for LSRF, she leads workshops and coaches individuals to discover, nourish and live from their most authentic selves. “If beauty activities you and you go to wonder and awe, that means it makes you present. There you are, amazed by something and one with it, you finally become present, which is really the goal of most practices and certainly the essence of ‘be here now.” –Louie SchwartzbergSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Siemens says a small manufacturer can start production optimization for $2,000 a year. Martin Valkysers and Flemming Kongsberg explain what that buys you.Most digital transformation advice assumes a budget and an engineering bench most plants do not have. Flemming Kongsberg, who runs the SMB focus inside the Siemens CTO organization, discards the usual revenue and headcount definitions: an SMB is any manufacturer without the skills to absorb a complex digital change, and that includes some very large companies. He describes one customer running 900 devices across 17 locations where 90 percent of the machines are 30 years or older with zero connectivity. Siemens research also found 40 percent of SMB customers have no IT department.Martin Valkysers frames Siemens Xcelerator as the open digital business platform tying hardware, software, data, and services together, with more than 600 partners today. The SMB starter package is where that becomes concrete. Instead of asking a plant with no IT staff to assemble something from hundreds of apps, Siemens curated roughly 10 to 12 into one bundle covering device connectivity, Performance Insight dashboards for OEE and quality, and a slice of Mendix. A partner installed it in a lab in 24 minutes on an ordinary Windows machine, against the roughly 60 hours a traditional Industrial Edge deployment takes. It is $2,000 per year for three machines with the first three months free, and PROFINET, Ethernet/IP, and the standard protocols are supported, so competitor PLCs connect too.The most useful argument here has nothing to do with buying anything. Flemming makes the case that reaching for AI before you own your data is a losing move, because a model built on information everyone else can reach produces no strategic advantage. You also do not need AI to build a Pareto chart of where your quality losses sit. Martin adds the discipline that gets skipped most: be clear about the problem before you pick the tool.About the GuestsMartin Valkysers is Head of US Market Launch and Growth for Siemens Xcelerator, Siemens' open digital business platform spanning industrial, building, grid, and manufacturing sectors. He has been with Siemens roughly 12 years, previously leading a US operations consulting team focused on lean manufacturing.Flemming Kongsberg leads Global Technology Partners at Siemens Digital Industries Software and runs the company's SMB focus in the US. Before Siemens he spent nearly eight years at Amazon Web Services building partner infrastructure and strategic ISV alliances.Timestamps0:00 Introduction2:20 Martin Valkysers on his path to Xcelerator4:20 Flemming Kongsberg from AWS to Siemens SMB7:10 Four challenges facing manufacturers13:40 Why data comes before AI18:00 What Siemens Xcelerator actually is22:30 Partner ecosystem: build, service, sell31:40 Inside the SMB starter package35:50 What the package costs38:20 A 24 minute install and non Siemens PLCs45:50 Redefining what counts as an SMB53:50 The future of industrial marketplacesReferencesGetting Started with Production Optimization: https://www.siemens.com/en-us/products/industrial-edge/production-optimization-get-started/Operational Efficiency Pack for Small Manufacturers: https://news.siemens.com/en-us/siemens-small-manufacturers-operational-efficiency-pack/This episode is sponsored bySiemens is a global technology company operating across industrial automation, digital software, smart infrastructure, and mobility. Siemens Xcelerator is its open digital business platform and marketplace.https://www.siemens.comAbout Your HostsVladimir Romanov is a co-host of The Manufacturing Hub Podcast and the founder of Joltek, an independent manufacturing and industrial automation consulting firm specializing in modernization strategy, digital transformation, and workforce development. Joltek works with manufacturers and investors to de-risk modernization and build the internal capability to sustain results.Connect with Vlad: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vladromanov/Want to go deeper? Vlad and the team at Joltek have covered related topics here:Digital Transformation in Manufacturing: https://www.joltek.com/blog/digital-transformation-in-manufacturingEdge Computing and the AI Value of Manufacturing Data: https://www.joltek.com/blog/edge-computing-ai-value-manufacturing-dataDave Griffith is a co-host of The Manufacturing Hub Podcast and founder of Capelin Solutions, an industrial automation firm helping manufacturers adopt smart manufacturing technology. He brings 15 years of experience in industrial automation and digital transformation.Connect with Dave: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davegriffith23/Subscribe to Manufacturing Hub: https://www.manufacturinghub.liveLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manufacturing-hub-networkYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ManufacturingHub

In this episode of Two Mics, No Masking, Katie Scott and Jenna Goldstein are joined by dual-certified general and special education educator Katie Deehan to explore what true inclusion really means—and why it often looks very different from the versions many of us have experienced.Together they challenge compliance-based approaches to inclusion and discuss how classrooms can move beyond expecting children to conform. Instead, they explore what becomes possible when education is built around dignity, accessibility, and a genuine sense of belonging for every student.

The episode delves into the truth about black fatherhood in America, challenging the incomplete and incorrect narrative. It presents data on black fatherhood, the impact of involved black fathers, and the remarkable commitment of black fathers. Additionally, it addresses the barriers faced by black fathers, particularly economic challenges.TakeawaysBlack fatherhood statistics challenge the dominant cultural narrative.The involvement of black fathers has a significant positive impact on children's outcomes.Chapters00:00 The Truth About Black Fatherhood in America02:14 The Data on Black Fatherhood03:14 Impact of Involved Black Fathers04:21 Black Fatherhood: A Remarkable Commitment04:48 Barriers Faced by Black Fathers

In this episode, our host Kyia opens up about one of the biggest shifts in her running journey yet, the moment she found out she was pregnant. Kyia shares how pregnancy has reshaped her relationship with running from the inside out. She talks through the fear and uncertainty of those early weeks, learning to listen to her body instead of pushing through, and finding a new definition of success that has nothing to do with splits. Kyia also shares her updated race plans, how she's thinking about her return to running postpartum, and the deeper lessons in surrender and trust that this season has taught her, both on the road and in her faith.

Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson is an executive communication strategist, keynote speaker, conference designer, and founder of the Heartwood Leadership Institute. She helps leaders, founders, and organizations transform powerful ideas into unforgettable messages that inspire action through the power of story. The belief that stories can change lives has shaped her work from the very beginning.   Jacque has coached executives and advised leaders at Fortune 100 companies and global brands including Amazon, Accenture, General Mills, Salesforce, Stripe, Target, Visa, Walmart, and more. She's the host of the Ideas Love Community podcast, creator of the Gateway Gathering & Pitch Fest, and the author of 14 books. She's trained thousands of professionals in communication, executive presence, and thought leadership. When she's not launching voices, you'll likely find her paddling with her gold medal-winning dragon boat team of all breast cancer survivors.   Episode Summary:   In this episode of Heartbeat for Hire, host Lyndsay Dowd sits down with Jaquelyn Fletcher Johnson — communication strategist, conference designer, 14-time author, and founder of the Heartwood Leadership Institute. Jaquelyn traces her lifelong obsession with storytelling back to a childhood prank on her younger brothers, then walks through a career that wound from freelance writing and magazine editing into pioneering "Creative Writing at the Bedside" and an on-set interview show at Mayo Clinic, and eventually into executive coaching and leadership development.   Key Takeaways:   - Stories shape how people feel long after they're told. - "Trail angels" are the people who show up right when you need them. - A meandering career can still add up to a clear pattern. - Starting something of your own means giving up full control. - Executive presence isn't about polish — it's about being grounded. - A health scare can clarify your legacy. - You don't have to act on every calling — but it won't disappear.   Episode Chapters:   00:00 Cold open: three things you'll learn from this episode 00:43 Welcome to Heartbeat for Hire + guest introduction 01:36 Jaquelyn joins the show 02:08 Origin story: the Jolly Green Giant and the power of story 04:58 Career path: freelance writer to magazine editor to Mayo Clinic storytelling programs 08:33 What is a "trail angel"? 10:06 The tough reality of the conference and speaking world 10:43 Why Jaquelyn decided to build her own conference 14:25 Lessons learned building the Gateway Gathering and Pitch Fest 17:53 Listener thank-you and sponsor spotlight (Cozy Earth) 18:34 Redefining executive presence 21:19 What inspires Jaquelyn 22:01 Legacy, breast cancer, and dragon boat racing 23:18 What's next: Gateway Gathering, Pitch Fest, and family milestones 24:04 Where to find Jaquelyn 24:09 Final takeaway for listeners

What if the parent report card you've been grading yourself on this whole time was never actually yours to fill out? Episode summary bullets: Nicole Barlow, longtime foster and adoptive mom and one of our Cultivate Connection facilitators, shares how she went from feeling like a "rockstar" foster parent to realizing she was in way over her head. Why the peer-to-peer model at the heart of Cultivate Connection matters: none of us are exempt from putting these tools into practice in our own homes. The weight of being watched. Nicole opens up about neighbors, strangers, and offhand comments that shaped how she saw her own parenting. How Nicole's understanding of Scripture around obedience and discipline shifted over time (a perspective she shares from her own faith journey). Redefining success: from "my kids are compliant" to "does my adult child still call me, even from a hard place?" Why a compliant kid isn't always a regulated kid, and what Nicole wishes she'd noticed sooner in her own home. Dysregulation isn't disobedience: a look at fight, flight, freeze, and fawn, and why repair matters more than perfection. Nicole and Jesse's honest conversation about social media, comparison, and the images of parenting we quietly measure ourselves against. Nicole's closing encouragement for any parent white-knuckling their way through this season: "It's not yours to carry." Resources mentioned: Cultivate Connection On-Demand course: https://empoweredtoconnect.shop/products/cultivate-connection-on-demand Connecting Practices Handbook: https://empowered-to-connect.myshopify.com/products/connecting-practices-handbook-ebook-spiral Timestamps: 00:00 – Meet Nicole Barlow and her foster and adoptive journey 09:53 – From "I've got this" to feeling completely in over her head 18:13 – Faith, obedience, and the pressure of what other people think 26:31 – What "successful mom" used to mean to Nicole, and what changed 33:08 – Why her most compliant kid taught her the most about trauma 39:07 – Redefining success as relationship, not response 48:36 – Nicole's word for any parent white-knuckling it right now Connect line: Find more trauma-informed parenting tools and connect with our community at http://empoweredtoconnect.org or follow along on Instagram @‌empoweredtoconnect. Chapters (00:00:05) - Empowered to Connect: Nicole Barlow on Foster Parents(00:03:22) - How to Train the Trainer(00:10:07) - Coming soon: Learning to Love Yourself(00:10:31) - What Made You Feel Bad About Your Parenting?(00:19:21) - Anglicans on Parenting(00:26:46) - Paula on Being a Successful Parent(00:35:59) - Fight or Flight: Dysregulation and How to Support It(00:39:10) - What Does That Look Like to Be a Successful Mom?(00:41:20) - "So Much of Success Is Staked on Connection With My Child(00:48:38) - It's Not Your Parents' Report Card

Our Best of Fostering Change series continues with an inspiring conversation that reminds us of the life-changing power of education. Rob sits down with Shanté Elliott—a former foster youth, learning scientist, social entrepreneur, and founder of TasselTurn, an innovative organization helping foster and housing-insecure students graduate from high school and successfully transition into adulthood. What began with a $300 grant has grown into a nationally recognized platform that combines mentorship, coaching, technology, and milestone-based incentives to help young people realize their potential. Through her own lived experience and groundbreaking research, Shanté is proving that when we invest in young people—and redesign systems to support them—extraordinary things can happen. The educational barriers many foster and housing-insecure youth face How TasselTurn is helping students stay engaged and reach graduation Why technology can be a powerful tool for creating opportunity and accountability How Shanté's own foster care journey inspired her life's work The importance of believing in young people's potential—and building systems that help them succeed We're now halfway through August, with just three more "Best of Fostering Change" episodes before we launch Season 8 this fall. When we return, you'll hear the same meaningful conversations and inspiring guests—but under our new podcast name: Comfort Cases UnPacked. We can't wait to share this exciting next chapter with you! Website: https://www.tasselturn.org Instagram: @tasselturn LinkedIn: TasselTurn If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to like, follow, comment, and share the podcast. Your support helps us reach more people, elevate important conversations, and advocate for children and families experiencing foster care. Thank you for listening—and thank you for being a GOOD HUMAN. Conversation HighlightsLooking AheadConnect with Shanté Elliott & Tassel Turn Thank You for Listening

This week on Yo Quiero Dinero, Jannese sits down with Jessica Rivera — proud Boricua, mom at 19, and 20-year corporate vet who climbed from receptionist to senior leadership without ever following the "traditional" path. Jessica is here to help us decode the psychology of corporate power, promotions, and why your work ethic alone will never be enough to get you promoted. This episode gets into the imposter syndrome that doesn't disappear even after you hit the title and the money, the moment Jessica realized she had to bet on herself, and why she believes women's emotions are a leadership superpower — not a liability. They also get into the messy, real stuff: crabs-in-a-barrel dynamics in the Latino community, boundaries with people who take shots at your success, and the one standard Jessica refuses to lower for herself.WE GET INTO: 01:21 – Becoming a mom at 19 and choosing grit over the traditional path03:26 – Being "the only" Latina in the room05:29 – Learning corporate chess: playing the game on her own terms07:12 – Imposter syndrome and the nitpicking that wears you down09:05 – From receptionist to sales: Jessica's career trajectory11:46 – The $50K retention bonus — and the promotion that never came17:33 – Betting on herself: leaving corporate to coach full-time21:23 – Building the BRAVE Method26:09 – Burnout as a "badge of honor"28:32 – Redefining success in the Latino community30:41 – Judgment, boundaries, and who gets to stay in your life33:57 – Confidence, courage, and owning your voice36:23 – Why women's emotions are a leadership superpower41:32 – Chasing who you're becoming, not just the goal45:16 – Living a full life: family, love, and what's next47:41 – Jessica's Puerto Rico retreat, resources, and the standard she refuses to lowerKEY TAKEAWAYS:→ Hard work and grit will get you far — but they won't get you promoted. Understanding the psychology of power and politics will.→ Imposter syndrome doesn't disappear once you hit the title or the money. It requires ongoing internal work.→ "Struggle culture" and "hustle culture" are not the same thing — and confusing the two keeps high achievers stuck.→ You have to be willing to lose people who can't handle your growth. That's not arrogance, that's a boundary.→ Chase who you're becoming, not the goal itself — the goal is just a byproduct.→ Women's emotions are a leadership superpower, not something to suppress to be taken seriously.CONNECT WITH JESSICA:Website: jessicarivera.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicarivera.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicarivera/ TAKE THE NEXT STEP WITH YO QUIERO DINERO:

How do you build a bridge from feeling left behind to leading a movement of empowerment? In this inspiring episode, we dive into the heart of what it means to be a Bridge Builder by reframing one of the most misunderstood cognitive differences: dyslexia. Joining us is advocate and strategist Willie Blake to share his journey from being a six-year-old kid struggling to keep pace in school to becoming a leader who champions neurodiversity as a profound workplace and life strength.Willie challenges the traditional, limiting perceptions of dyslexia, building a bridge toward a more inclusive reality that celebrates heightened creativity and advanced problem-solving skills. He breaks down his practical "2% Rule" and "GPS Goal Method," showing how small, consistent operational steps can bridge the massive gap between where you are and where you want to be. If you are an executive looking to design a safer, more supportive organizational culture, or an individual striving to advocate for your unique journey, this conversation serves as your definitive framework for turning challenges into stepping stones.Key TakeawaysBridging Vulnerability and Value: A core definition of the Bridge Builder persona is the ability to transform perceived limitations into distinct leadership assets. Embracing unique cognitive frameworks like dyslexia allows leaders to unlock hidden superpowers in creativity and problem-solving.The Discipline of Strategic Focus: True leadership requires filtering out the noise. Willie's foundational lesson—"if it's important to you, you'll remember it"—serves as a vital anchor for keeping organizational goals and core values front and center.Constructing Inclusive Environments: Effective Bridge Builders do not expect everyone to fit a one-size-fits-all mold. They intentionally architect cultures where individuals feel entirely safe to voice their unique struggles and perspectives, fostering deep mutual trust.The 2% Rule of Sustainable Progress: Large-scale organizational change or personal transformation is built incrementally. A Bridge Builder utilizes small, consistent, daily actions to steady the bridge and ensure long-term, sustainable breakthrough.Dismantling Barriers to Forge Community: True connection happens when we stop hiding our differences and start sharing them. By advocating fiercely for authentic self-expression, leaders construct a vibrant community platform that honors diverse human experiences.Links referenced in this episode:coach.willieblake.com

Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich speaks with Nicole and Drew, 39 and 40, who are expecting their first child in just two weeks. They split their time between Southern California and Maui, where they each own a home. Nicole bought her house after Drew made it clear that continuing to stay with roommates was not an option. Today, they earn $296,700 a year, own $1.25 million in assets, and have a net worth of more than $500,000. But their two homes consume over 40% of their income, and once their numbers are corrected, their fixed costs rise to 85%. Despite their high income, they feel unable to eat out, attend concerts, or enjoy the life they have worked to build. Nicole is a psychology professor who plans everything down to the dollar and worries about having enough savings. Drew is a life coach and therapist-in-training who admits that she often goes by “vibes” and trusts that things will work out. With a baby arriving and their savings falling, they must decide whether Drew can realistically double her income or whether they need to sell the Maui house. In this episode, we uncover: • Why Nicole bought a house within months of Drew's housing non-negotiable • How they ended up supporting two homes in two different states • Why earning nearly $297,000 still leaves them feeling financially trapped • Their $1.25 million in assets and nearly $1 million of debt • Why their fixed costs jumped from 77% to 85% • How their two homes consume more than 40% of their income • Nicole's numbers-first approach and Drew's habit of going by “vibes” • How grad school, flooding, and a $29,000 sewer repair drained their savings • Why the baby may not increase their expenses as much as expected• How Nicole's sabbatical gives them a temporary financial window • Why their Maui house is co-owned without a clear written agreement • Whether Drew can realistically double her income after graduating • Why depending on one future income increase is a major financial risk• How selling the Maui house could release around $150,000 • Why selling could reduce their fixed costs to approximately 65% • How they could keep Maui in their lives without owning property there • How they can build a plan that does not require everything to go perfectly • Why “spaciousness” becomes the center of their new Rich Life vision • The decision Ramit believes they need to make before their savings fall further Chapters (00:00:00) Introduction (00:03:09) Two homes in two different states (00:07:03) Nicole kept her housing costs at just 12% (00:08:18) Drew's housing non-negotiable changed everything (00:14:43) Nicole tracks the numbers, Drew goes by “vibes” (00:21:26) What does their Rich Life actually look like? (00:24:47) Ramit reviews their Conscious Spending Plan (00:25:53) $1.25 million in assets and $986,000 of debt (00:28:15) They earn $296,700 but still feel squeezed (00:29:46) Their fixed costs are higher than they realised (00:32:50) Two homes consume 40.5% of their income (00:34:50) Grad school, flooding, and expensive home repairs (00:40:16) Their real fixed costs jump to 85% (00:45:19) Can they afford their new baby? (01:06:01) Drew's “life will provide” money mindset (01:12:00) Are they actually on track for retirement? (01:24:39) Ramit reveals their retirement projections (01:33:19) Selling could reduce their fixed costs to 65% (01:50:07) Redefining their Rich Life around “spaciousness” (01:53:04) Ramit's final assessment This episode is brought to you by: Factor | Head to https://factormeals.com/ramit50off and use code RAMIT50OFF to get 50% off and one free breakfast item per box for one year, while supplies last until 10/31/2026. See website for more details. Gusto | Try Gusto at http://gusto.com/ramit and get 3 months free when you run your first payroll LMNT | Get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any order at https://drinklmnt.com/RAMIT Trust & Will | Protect what matters most in minutes at https://trustandwill.com/ramit and get 20% off  DeleteMe | Get 20% off all consumer plans when you go to https://joindeleteme.com/ramit and use promo code RAMIT at checkout If you're part of a small group listening to this podcast that is willing to take action, I built Road to $100K for you - a step-by-step program on how to reach $100K. Join Rich Life: Road to $100K at iwt.com/100K. Connect with Ramit • Get my new book, Money For Couples • Join my Rich Life: Road to $100K program • Download the Conscious Spending Plan • Listen to my book—now on Audible • Get my New York Times best-selling book • Get my no-numbers journal • Other episodes • Instagram • Twitter • YouTube Apply to be coached for free on this podcast at https://iwt.com/apply