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The reason why bedtime is a battle for ADHD and anxious kids often shows up as chaos—but it's really a dysregulated nervous system. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, expert in Regulation First Parenting™, shares how to calm the brain and support lasting emotional regulation.Bedtime shouldn't feel like a nightly battle—but for so many families, it does. When your child is exhausted yet suddenly wired, it's confusing and draining. You're not alone. And more importantly, this isn't defiance—it's dysregulation.In this episode, you'll learn why bedtime struggles happen, what's really going on in your child's nervous system, and how to create calm with simple, doable shifts that actually work.Why does my child get hyper at bedtime instead of sleepy?It seems backwards, right? Your child is yawning all afternoon… then suddenly bouncing off the walls at night.Here's what's really happening: their nervous system has been “on” all day. By bedtime, it doesn't calmly wind down—it releases built-up stress.ADHD kids may show bursts of energy or restlessnessAnxious kids may experience racing thoughts or worry loopsAll kids can hit a “second wind” from being overtiredIt's not bad behavior—it's a dysregulated brain.Real-life example:Your child looks exhausted after school, but the moment you say “time for bed,” they suddenly need a snack, a hug, and 10 more questions. Then… meltdown.Why does my child fight bedtime every night?When kids resist bedtime, it's easy to think they're stalling. But behavior is communication.What looks like resistance is often a struggle with transition—moving from “go-go-go” mode to calm.Bedtime requires shifting from activation → regulationDysregulated kids can't easily switch gearsThe quieter it gets, the louder their internal state becomesBottom line: your child isn't fighting sleep—they're struggling to get there.

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Redirect Your Thirst | Psalm 63Sprite said obey it. David said redirect it. One leads to you. The other leads to God.In this episode, Pastor Johnny Sierra sits down with Lead Pastor Tim, Pastor Will Marmol, and Cobe Grandstaff following an incredible Youth Student Takeover Sunday at Genesis Church Orlando. Together they unpack Psalm 63 — David's desert cry that is as relevant today as it was 3,000 years ago.The big question: When you feel that deep, undeniable thirst — for purpose, identity, love, satisfaction — where does it lead you?This is a conversation about culture, Scripture, the next generation, and what it looks like to stop chasing the wrong wells. Don't miss it.

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Get your Hosea Scripture Journal now. Our shout-out today goes to Jerry DeVries from Cleveland, GA. Thanks for your partnership in Project23. Have you ever chased something you were convinced would make life better—only to watch the door slam shut? Plans fall apart. Opportunities disappear. The road suddenly becomes hard. In Hosea 2:6-8, God explains why that sometimes happens. Listen to our text today. Therefore I will hedge up her way with thorns, and I will build a wall against her, so that she cannot find her paths. She shall pursue her lovers but not overtake them, and she shall seek them but shall not find them. Then she shall say, 'I will go and return to my first husband, for it was better for me then than now.' And she did not know that it was I who gave her the grain, the wine, and the oil, and who lavished on her silver and gold, which they used for Baal. — Hosea 2:6-8 Israel was chasing other "lovers"—the fertility gods of Baal. They believed these idols were the ones providing rain, crops, prosperity, and success. So they ran after them. But God steps in and blocks the road. Not because he hates them. Because he loves them. Sometimes God makes the wrong path difficult, so we will stop running down it. He frustrates the pursuit. He closes the doors. He removes the illusion that the idol can deliver what it promised. Eventually, the people begin to realize something: "It was better for me then than now." This is the moment of awakening. But verse 8 reveals the deeper tragedy. "She did not know that it was I who gave her the grain, the wine, and the oil." Everything Israel thought Baal provided had actually come from God all along. Even worse, the silver and gold God gave them were being used to worship the very idols that replaced him. This is the madness of idolatry. We use the gifts of God to run from the God who gave them. Our abilities. Our money. Our influence. Our success. All of it can slowly become fuel for the very idols that pull our hearts away from him. That's why God sometimes blocks the road. Because the most loving thing God can do is interrupt a path that leads to destruction. And when that happens, it's not rejection. It's rescue. So if you're facing a closed door today, pause before assuming God is against you. He may be guiding you back to what matters most. DO THIS: Think about one closed door or frustration in your life recently and ask God if he might be redirecting you toward him. ASK THIS: Have you ever experienced a time when a closed door later proved to be God's protection? Why do we often give credit to other things for blessings that ultimately come from God? Is there anything in your life that might be slowly replacing your dependence on him? PRAY THIS: Father, help me recognize you as the source of every good gift in my life. Redirect my heart whenever I begin chasing things that cannot truly satisfy. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Gratitude + Great Are You Lord"

Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com This special episode is brought to you by our dear friends at Blood Cancer United. An organization very near and dear to me. I'm here to remind you to give to causes that make a difference. You want to help but you don't know where to start? Blood Cancer United is at the top of my list. They are the global leader in helping patients and families with blood cancer, and your dollars fund research, patient support, and advocacy. Please give today here:  Thank you for supporting this important mission. Learn more and donate here: https://pages.lls.org/voy/nyc/nyclls26/aposner CHAPTERS: 00:00 – 500 Episodes: Introducing Geoffrey Rogow Adam opens the milestone episode, introduces Geoffrey Rogow — journalist, survivor, founder, author — and sets the tone for the most personal conversation in the show's seven-year history. 03:00 – Who Were You Before? The Person Before Treatment Geoffrey's life before diagnosis: 30 years old, living in New York and Sydney, feeling infallible, driven by professional ambition. And Adam's contrast — a father of two at 45, diagnosed only because he went to a cardiologist after his brother-in-law died. 07:00 – The Diagnosis: Two Very Different Moments Geoffrey's blood clot in the night that saved his life. Adam's cardiologist scan that caught a mass nobody expected. The two very different ways a diagnosis lands — one like a movie, one like a text message. 13:00 – Four Days vs. Six Weeks: The Window Before Treatment Geoffrey had four days between diagnosis and chemotherapy. Adam had six weeks. What that difference does to your mind, your fear, your processing — and why no two cancer stories are the same. 17:00 – The Thing Nobody Tells Young Adults: Fertility The Vanderbilt study that found 50% of young adults diagnosed with cancer are never told about their fertility options before treatment. Geoffrey's sperm banking story. Adam's moment of levity. The organizations that exist to help — and why you should use them. 23:00 – Chemotherapy: The Reality Nobody Films Steroids that make you feel like Batman. Fatigue that puts you to bed at 1 PM. The taste of treatment — Geoffrey's: a burning Nike Air Max. Adam's: Sour Patch Kids and Shrek's condom. The rhythm of treatment cycles and the crash that follows. 30:00 – Hair Loss: The Moment It Hits You Not just the hair on your head — all of it. Geoffrey's Jewish mohawk and the cat photos. Adam's man bun, the shower, the wall of clumps, the hairdresser call. Why the eyebrows and eyelashes are the part nobody prepares you for. 37:00 – Going Out in Public Without Eyebrows Geoffrey at his best friend's wedding, feeling like a freak. Adam at a bar mitzvah two weeks post-treatment, cancer beanie and all. Why "you look great" hits differently when you don't recognize yourself in the photos. 42:00 – Tribes, Villages & Crisis Language Geoffrey's lesson: his tribe was too small — just his wife and the cat. The mistake he'd change. Adam's: an oversharer married to a shield, learning to lean on his guy friends so his wife didn't have to carry everything. What "crisis language as a couple" actually means. 49:00 – Tolerance for Bullshit: The Larry David Effect What cancer does to your patience for other people's bravado. Geoffrey's bar story, running out into Times Square and crashing full speed into Elmo. The anger that's real, and the work it takes not to carry it forever. 55:00 – The Biannual Check-In: A Framework for Purposeful Change A scheduled, structured personal evaluation every six months — professional path, relationships, health, direction. The check-in that led Geoffrey to leave the Wall Street Journal after 21 years. Why you can't make the changes when the warning lights are flashing; you have to make them later, in clarity. 61:00 – Scanxiety: The Incurable Side Effect of Survivorship Geoffrey's scan is next Wednesday. He started thinking about it two weeks ago. The reality that scanxiety doesn't diminish with time — it sometimes gets worse. What helps, what stops helping, and why there's no permanent answer. 66:00 – After Treatment: The Part Nobody Celebrates The financial reality: bill negotiations, illegal anesthesiologist charges, state-specific protections, hospital programs for lower-income patients. Life insurance rejection at 35. Career decisions constrained by healthcare costs. The bills that arrive 18 months later asking "didn't I already pay this?" 73:00 – Ambition After Cancer: Don't Change the Level, Change the Lane The advice from career coach Michelle Woodward: keep the same level of ambition even if you have to find a different lane. Geoffrey's Hong Kong trip — the first time after treatment he felt like himself professionally again. Adam's silver lining of leaning into tech during treatment. 79:00 – Writing It Down: The Value of Documentation Adam's Super Whisper app diary — before and after every treatment session. Geoffrey's 14 years of running away from his cancer story, and what writing the book finally unlocked. Why every survivor should find their version of processing. 85:00 – I'm Alive: Now What? — The Book Geoffrey's nine-chapter guide for survivors — money, career, physical health, mental health, family planning, caregiving, purpose, the business of advice — built around real people's stories paired with expert guidance. Pre-order at after-treatment.com/the-book. 91:00 – Are You Getting the Support You Need? Geoffrey's question for Adam — and for every survivor. The cancer imposter syndrome that comes with a high-survival-rate diagnosis. Why you can't let anyone take away what you went through, and why the work doesn't end at remission. 97:00 – North Stars: What Keeps You Focused Geoffrey's: a willingness to change his North Star — short-term, practical, written down, evaluated regularly. Adam's: being the best example for his kids and leaving the world better than he found it. How cancer changes your definition of success. 104:00 – 500 Episodes: Thank You Adam closes the milestone episode with gratitude — for the guests, the listeners, seven years of consistency, and what comes next.   TAKEAWAYS: 1. The Diagnosis Is Never Like the Movies — Except When It Is Geoffrey's came in an ER at 30. Adam's in a text from his cardiologist. No two stories are the same — but both changed everything. 2. 50% of Young Adult Cancer Patients Are Never Told About Fertility Options A Vanderbilt study found half of young adults aren't counseled on fertility preservation before treatment starts. The window is measured in days. Make sure this conversation happens first. 3. The Biannual Check-In Is the Most Powerful Tool for Purposeful Change Twice a year, scheduled, with a workbook: evaluate your path, relationships, and direction — in calm, not crisis. The check-in that led Geoffrey to leave 21 years at the Wall Street Journal. 4. Don't Change the Level of Your Ambition — Change the Lane If cancer takes away what you were world-class at, find another lane at the same level. Don't shrink. Redirect. That's not a lesser life — it's a different one. 5. Your Relationship With Time and Bullshit Changes — But Differently for Everyone Every survivor agrees on two things: time feels different, and their tolerance for bullshit has shifted. Geoffrey went full Larry David. Adam found unexpected clarity. The work is figuring out which version of you emerged. 6. Cancer Exposes Your Crisis Language as a Couple The couples who survive this well learn how to communicate what they need, what not to say, and what to let breathe. It's practiced, not instinctive. 7. Scanxiety Is Real, Incurable, and Changes Over Time What helped before may stop helping. Survivors need to plan for this, not be surprised by it. 8. The Financial Reckoning Comes Long After Treatment Ends Medical bills stay higher forever. Many are negotiable. Some are illegal. Own the advocacy, ask the questions, build the spreadsheet. 9. Write It Down — In Whatever Form Works for You Adam used Super Whisper before and after every treatment. Geoffrey wrote a book 14 years later. The form doesn't matter. Externalizing the experience gives you a time capsule you can go back to. 10. Are You Getting the Support You Need? Just the honest, periodic question. What you went through is not nothing — and the work doesn't end at remission. 11. You Are Different Now — Not Better or Worse. Different. Not better, not worse. Fundamentally changed in ways that can't be fully accounted for. That difference isn't a loss. The work is learning to live in the new timeline.  

You were taught that elections change policy. Cast the ballot. Flip the seat. Redirect the nation. And that's true — to a point.Elections usually move individuals inside an existing framework. Assassinations tend to reset the framework itself. McKinley dies and Roosevelt remakes the American empire almost overnight. Lincoln falls and Reconstruction quietly disappears before it ever takes shape. Kennedy's motorcade enters Dealey Plaza and the Vietnam briefing rooms change hands.If you actually look at the last century of major American policy reversals, most of them don't follow a ballot. They follow a body. And the important thing is this: they don't just change the players. They change the board underneath the players.This isn't about who fired the shots. This video isn't a whodunit. It's an autopsy of what changed afterward — the contracts, the budgets, the financial architecture, the institutional infrastructure that consolidated each time a particular figure was removed.The pattern isn't ideological. Lincoln, McKinley, Kennedy, RFK, Reagan — different parties, different beliefs, different eras. What matters isn't ideology. It's threat level to deep institutional structure. The pattern doesn't require a secret council to explain it. Institutional self-preservation operates at continental scale across generations.This is the ledger.00:00 — Elections vs. Assassinations01:17 — Welcome and Sources Note01:44 — What Policy Frameworks Actually Are03:21 — Lincoln 1865: Reconstruction and the Collateral System06:29 — McKinley 1901: Roosevelt and Imperial Architecture09:51 — Kennedy 1963: NSAM 263 to NSAM 273 in Four Days12:32 — RFK 1968: The Coalition That Died with Him14:40 — Reagan 1981: The Shooting and the Framework Acceleration16:55 — Why the Pattern Keeps Repeating19:35 — The Pattern Operating Today21:13 — The Ledger Is Still Open23:24 — Reading the Ledger Forward

You felt confident. Radiant. Unstoppable. Then nothing changed… except your thoughts - and suddenly, everything looked wrong. In this powerful episode, a simple set of family photos reveals a confronting truth: your mind is constantly telling stories - and many of them aren’t real. What if the way you see your child, your partner… even yourself… isn’t truth, but a narrative you’ve unknowingly rehearsed? This episode will change how you interpret behaviour, emotions, and the hard moments of family life - so you can raise more resilient kids (and be kinder to yourself in the process). KEY POINTS Your brain can’t distinguish between imagination and reality - and your body reacts accordingly We all have a built-in negativity bias that distorts how we see people and situations You move towards what you focus on - in parenting, relationships, and life A simple language shift using “but” can completely reframe your thinking Kids absorb the stories we model - your mindset becomes their inner voice Negative thoughts are loud and bossy - positive ones are quieter and require intention QUOTE OF THE EPISODE “Your mind is a great storyteller—let’s make sure it’s telling you great stories.” ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS Catch the story: Notice when your thoughts shift negative - pause and question them Flip the “but”: “They’re driving me crazy, but they’re a good kid” Redirect your focus: Ask: What’s working right now? Model self-talk: Speak about yourself and your kids in ways you want them to internalise Turn down the noise: Be intentional about listening to the quieter, calmer thoughts Create better scripts: If reality feels hard, visualise what you want - your brain will follow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our lead story: just before Red Dress Day—the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people—some 400 MMIWG+ family members sign a letter calling on federal officials to re-direct funding away from national organizations to "the people most directly impacted."  

Redirect notices occur when a webpage attempts to send users to a different URL, serving as a security measure to protect against phishing and unauthorized data collection. These notices can disrupt user experience by increasing bounce rates and eroding trust in website credibility. Businesses can mitigate these effects by maintaining up-to-date SSL certificates, using secure links, and auditing web pages to remove unnecessary redirects, thus enhancing user trust and streamlining online navigation.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stop Running a “Practice” — Build a Real Healing Business FrameworkKelle Sparta welcomes Anabel Tonkovic of Nuna Therapy, a quantum reiki master and astrologer who offers one-on-one sessions, group events, and farm-based wellness retreats, and wants clarity on her next business steps. Kelle notes that Anabel has many offerings but needs an overarching brand construct and a clear client progression with defined outcomes, positioning events as lead magnets that feed a structured pathway. They discuss targeting a specific audience, aligning offers to how Annabelle works best long-term, and recognizing many Reiki clients are early in a “discovery” phase.To learn more about Sacred Profits, Join Here: https://learn.kellesparta.com/sacredprofitsYou can find Anabel Tonkovic at https://www.nunatherapy.com/00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro00:38 Annabelle's Offerings Overview01:13 What Help Is Needed01:50 Services Mix and Capacity03:38 Pricing and Client Sources05:26 From Practice to Business06:01 Define Core Healing Focus07:26 Target Market and Trauma Angle08:26 SEO and AI Search Strategy09:21 Build a Branded Client Pathway11:14 Outcomes and Program Structure13:19 Long Term Client Journey14:34 Reiki as Entry Point15:24 Redirect to Real Healing15:45 Stage Three Explained16:39 From Magic Pill to Self17:40 Podcast as Progression18:34 Calls to Action That Convert20:44 Build a Solid Container22:20 Optimize Podcast and YouTube26:20 Overarching Brand Vision27:34 Wrap Up and Next Steps28:05 Sacred Profits Pitch30:23 Find Anabel and ClosingKeywords:spiritual entrepreneurspiritual coachingspiritual businesshealing businessreiki businessenergy healingspiritual growthpersonal growthbusiness coachingentrepreneurshipreiki practitionerastrology businessoffer creationbusiness strategyhealer marketingJoin the community on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KelleSpartaIf you would like to learn more please book a Discovery Call here: https://kellesparta.com/discovery-call/Licensing and Credits:“Spirit Sherpa” is the sole property of Kelle Sparta Enterprises and is distributed under a Creative Commons: BY-NC-ND 4.0 license. For more information about this licensing, please go to www.creativecommons.org. Any requests for deviations to this licensing should be sent to kelle@kellesparta.com. To sign up for, or get more information on the programs, offerings, and services referenced in this episode, please go to www.kellesparta.com

In this episode of Reimagine Childhood from the Early Childhood Christian Network, host Monica Healer welcomes literacy change leader Melissa Leach, owner and president of Leach Literacy Training, to discuss why young children "won't listen" and how educators can teach listening and behavior skills developmentally and with grace. Melissa emphasizes that it's not a child's job to be engaged; it's the teacher's job to engage them, consider children's backgrounds, and teach expectations rather than assume they already know. She shares practical tools including nonjudgmental "behavior reflections" (stating what a "mirror" sees using "you/your") and the "4 Rs": Reflection, Reaction, Redirect, and "Remember I said." They also address barriers like time and adult discomfort, encourage partnering with families, and recommend restoring classroom joy through teacher-led singing and playful transitions while holding onto the "pre" in preschool.   00:00 Welcome to Reimagine Childhood 02:07 Why Kids Don't Listen Yet 05:04 Teach Behavior Not Punish 11:22 Behavior Reflections Tool 17:15 Summer Conference Promo 17:38 Conference Season Highlights 19:39 The Four Rs Framework 21:41 Overwhelm to Joyful Classrooms 32:08 Reimagining Preschool and Final Takeaways Find Melissa at her website - https://www.leachliteracytraining.com/ Here is a link to the website with free printables that Melissa mentioned - https://kizclub.com/#gsc.tab=0

1. Invocation of the Defense Production Act (DPA) Donald Trump is invoking the Defense Production Act to rapidly boost U.S. oil production. The DPA is an emergency, wartime-style authority historically used for national crises (World War II, COVID-19). Energy production is presented as a national security and economic emergency, not just an energy policy choice. 2. Purpose: Energy Independence and Cost Reduction The stated goal is to increase domestic oil supply quickly and at scale. Expected outcomes include: Lower gas and energy prices Reduced price volatility Increased economic stability for American households Rising fuel prices are illustrated through personal anecdotes to emphasize urgency. 3. Mechanisms Enabled by the DPA The Act is described as allowing the federal government to: Prioritize oil-related contracts Redirect resources (steel, labor, infrastructure) to energy production Bypass or accelerate regulatory and permitting delays Provide financial incentives or guarantees to producers This is putting U.S. energy production on a “wartime footing.” 4. Geopolitical and National Security Framing Increased oil production is framed as a way to: Reduce dependence on foreign producers (OPEC, Russia, Iran) Protect the U.S. from geopolitical energy shocks Strengthen America’s leverage on the global stage Energy dominance is portrayed as synonymous with global influence and negotiating power. 5. Broader Economic Impact Lower fuel costs are linked to: Reduced shipping and transportation costs Lower inflation Cheaper consumer goods (groceries, online purchases) The policy is benefiting not just drivers, but the entire economy. 6. Criticism and Environmental Concerns Critics are acknowledged, particularly those arguing: Environmental harm Market distortion from government intervention These criticisms are dismissed as secondary to national security and economic relief. 7. Political Accusations Against Democrats Democrats oppose lower gas prices for political reasons. High energy costs are being used intentionally to: Create economic pain before elections Push consumers toward electric vehicles 8. Media Critique and Allegations of Bias Journalists The White House Correspondents’ Dinner Dan Rather and over 200 reporters The media is: Coordinated Activist-driven rather than objective Losing public trust Journalism is having evolved into political advocacy rather than neutral reporting. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tonya Edmonds. Podcast: Money Making Conversations MasterclassHost: Rushion McDonaldGuest: Tonya Edmonds (Founder, Smart Growth AI) 1. Purpose of the Interview The purpose of the interview is to educate, motivate, and equip listeners—especially professionals, entrepreneurs, and women—with: A practical understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) without technical intimidation Strategies to reclaim time, increase productivity, and future‑proof careers Lessons on wealth building, including multiple streams of income and investing The importance of mentorship, partnerships, and adaptability Real-world insights from Tonya’s entrepreneurial and corporate journey At its core, the conversation connects AI adoption with financial empowerment, career resilience, and modern entrepreneurship. 2. Interview Overview Tonya Edmonds shares her transition from corporate roles (including work at Johnson & Johnson) to founding Smart Growth AI, a consulting and training firm that helps busy professionals and entrepreneurs reclaim 10+ hours per week by implementing practical AI systems. Rushion McDonald frames the discussion around: Technology adoption Financial literacy Entrepreneurship Personal resilience Long-term thinking in a rapidly changing economy 3. Key Takeaways A. AI Is a People Challenge, Not a Technology Problem Tonya explains that resistance to AI is driven by fear, not complexity. Employees worry AI will replace them, so leaders must reframe it as a co-creator and productivity partner, not a job threat. AI succeeds when people understand how it elevates their role instead of eliminating it. B. AI Is About Time Leverage, Not Working More Smart Growth AI focuses on helping clients: Automate repetitive tasks Improve workflows Regain lost hours Redirect time toward strategy, creativity, and rest Tonya warns against burnout, emphasizing that reclaimed time should be used intentionally—not just to take on more work. C. Multiple Streams of Income Build Stability A casual cookout conversation introduced Tonya to the idea of wealth-building beyond employment. Playing Robert Kiyosaki’s Cashflow Quadrant helped her understand: Being an employee alone limits wealth creation Leveraging money and assets creates freedom Community and shared learning accelerate growth This mindset later helped her navigate layoffs, entrepreneurship, and motherhood. D. Mentorship Is a Critical Success Factor Tonya repeatedly highlights mentorship as a defining difference between struggle and progress: The lack of mentorship contributed to challenges with her day spa business Strong mentorship later helped her pivot, recover, and scale Her relationship with Alicia Lyttle (“The Queen of AI”) accelerated her expertise and credibility Mastermind groups and strategic partnerships played a key role in expansion. E. Women Must Shift from Spending to Investing Tonya offers direct advice to women: Start small and stay consistent Invest only in things you understand—or get educated Consider real estate, passive investments, and partnerships Use tools like self-directed IRAs or rolled-over 401(k)s to build wealth Progress matters more than perfection. F. Learning AI Is Career Insurance Tonya encourages professionals to: Learn AI on their own time if necessary Experiment hands-on, not just consume content Become the AI “go‑to” person at work Increase job security by increasing relevance Early adopters gain disproportionate advantage. G. No Single AI Tool Does Everything Best She explains how different tools serve different purposes: ChatGPT – brainstorming and idea generation Claude – deeper, more refined writing Perplexity – research Gemini – graphics and video Copilot – integrated enterprise workflows Her advice: use multiple tools strategically. H. Privacy and Security Matter Tonya stresses AI safety best practices: Turn off model-training permissions Never input personal or client-identifying data Use placeholder names (e.g., “Company X”) Treat AI tools as public spaces unless secured 4. Notable Quotes On AI Adoption “It’s not a technology problem—it’s a people problem.” On Fear of AI “You’re asking people to train a tool they think could replace them.” On Time Freedom “If you learn AI, it will help you leverage your time—but don’t use that time to burn yourself out.” On Wealth Building “You can’t really get ahead just being an employee. You have to leverage your money.” On Mentorship “You have to be careful who you plant seeds with—because they can come back and help you.” On Women and Investing “Even if it’s just $100 a week or $100 a month, every little bit counts.” On Learning AI “Don’t just listen—open up your laptop and start playing with it.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tonya Edmonds. Podcast: Money Making Conversations MasterclassHost: Rushion McDonaldGuest: Tonya Edmonds (Founder, Smart Growth AI) 1. Purpose of the Interview The purpose of the interview is to educate, motivate, and equip listeners—especially professionals, entrepreneurs, and women—with: A practical understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) without technical intimidation Strategies to reclaim time, increase productivity, and future‑proof careers Lessons on wealth building, including multiple streams of income and investing The importance of mentorship, partnerships, and adaptability Real-world insights from Tonya’s entrepreneurial and corporate journey At its core, the conversation connects AI adoption with financial empowerment, career resilience, and modern entrepreneurship. 2. Interview Overview Tonya Edmonds shares her transition from corporate roles (including work at Johnson & Johnson) to founding Smart Growth AI, a consulting and training firm that helps busy professionals and entrepreneurs reclaim 10+ hours per week by implementing practical AI systems. Rushion McDonald frames the discussion around: Technology adoption Financial literacy Entrepreneurship Personal resilience Long-term thinking in a rapidly changing economy 3. Key Takeaways A. AI Is a People Challenge, Not a Technology Problem Tonya explains that resistance to AI is driven by fear, not complexity. Employees worry AI will replace them, so leaders must reframe it as a co-creator and productivity partner, not a job threat. AI succeeds when people understand how it elevates their role instead of eliminating it. B. AI Is About Time Leverage, Not Working More Smart Growth AI focuses on helping clients: Automate repetitive tasks Improve workflows Regain lost hours Redirect time toward strategy, creativity, and rest Tonya warns against burnout, emphasizing that reclaimed time should be used intentionally—not just to take on more work. C. Multiple Streams of Income Build Stability A casual cookout conversation introduced Tonya to the idea of wealth-building beyond employment. Playing Robert Kiyosaki’s Cashflow Quadrant helped her understand: Being an employee alone limits wealth creation Leveraging money and assets creates freedom Community and shared learning accelerate growth This mindset later helped her navigate layoffs, entrepreneurship, and motherhood. D. Mentorship Is a Critical Success Factor Tonya repeatedly highlights mentorship as a defining difference between struggle and progress: The lack of mentorship contributed to challenges with her day spa business Strong mentorship later helped her pivot, recover, and scale Her relationship with Alicia Lyttle (“The Queen of AI”) accelerated her expertise and credibility Mastermind groups and strategic partnerships played a key role in expansion. E. Women Must Shift from Spending to Investing Tonya offers direct advice to women: Start small and stay consistent Invest only in things you understand—or get educated Consider real estate, passive investments, and partnerships Use tools like self-directed IRAs or rolled-over 401(k)s to build wealth Progress matters more than perfection. F. Learning AI Is Career Insurance Tonya encourages professionals to: Learn AI on their own time if necessary Experiment hands-on, not just consume content Become the AI “go‑to” person at work Increase job security by increasing relevance Early adopters gain disproportionate advantage. G. No Single AI Tool Does Everything Best She explains how different tools serve different purposes: ChatGPT – brainstorming and idea generation Claude – deeper, more refined writing Perplexity – research Gemini – graphics and video Copilot – integrated enterprise workflows Her advice: use multiple tools strategically. H. Privacy and Security Matter Tonya stresses AI safety best practices: Turn off model-training permissions Never input personal or client-identifying data Use placeholder names (e.g., “Company X”) Treat AI tools as public spaces unless secured 4. Notable Quotes On AI Adoption “It’s not a technology problem—it’s a people problem.” On Fear of AI “You’re asking people to train a tool they think could replace them.” On Time Freedom “If you learn AI, it will help you leverage your time—but don’t use that time to burn yourself out.” On Wealth Building “You can’t really get ahead just being an employee. You have to leverage your money.” On Mentorship “You have to be careful who you plant seeds with—because they can come back and help you.” On Women and Investing “Even if it’s just $100 a week or $100 a month, every little bit counts.” On Learning AI “Don’t just listen—open up your laptop and start playing with it.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tonya Edmonds. Podcast: Money Making Conversations MasterclassHost: Rushion McDonaldGuest: Tonya Edmonds (Founder, Smart Growth AI) 1. Purpose of the Interview The purpose of the interview is to educate, motivate, and equip listeners—especially professionals, entrepreneurs, and women—with: A practical understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) without technical intimidation Strategies to reclaim time, increase productivity, and future‑proof careers Lessons on wealth building, including multiple streams of income and investing The importance of mentorship, partnerships, and adaptability Real-world insights from Tonya’s entrepreneurial and corporate journey At its core, the conversation connects AI adoption with financial empowerment, career resilience, and modern entrepreneurship. 2. Interview Overview Tonya Edmonds shares her transition from corporate roles (including work at Johnson & Johnson) to founding Smart Growth AI, a consulting and training firm that helps busy professionals and entrepreneurs reclaim 10+ hours per week by implementing practical AI systems. Rushion McDonald frames the discussion around: Technology adoption Financial literacy Entrepreneurship Personal resilience Long-term thinking in a rapidly changing economy 3. Key Takeaways A. AI Is a People Challenge, Not a Technology Problem Tonya explains that resistance to AI is driven by fear, not complexity. Employees worry AI will replace them, so leaders must reframe it as a co-creator and productivity partner, not a job threat. AI succeeds when people understand how it elevates their role instead of eliminating it. B. AI Is About Time Leverage, Not Working More Smart Growth AI focuses on helping clients: Automate repetitive tasks Improve workflows Regain lost hours Redirect time toward strategy, creativity, and rest Tonya warns against burnout, emphasizing that reclaimed time should be used intentionally—not just to take on more work. C. Multiple Streams of Income Build Stability A casual cookout conversation introduced Tonya to the idea of wealth-building beyond employment. Playing Robert Kiyosaki’s Cashflow Quadrant helped her understand: Being an employee alone limits wealth creation Leveraging money and assets creates freedom Community and shared learning accelerate growth This mindset later helped her navigate layoffs, entrepreneurship, and motherhood. D. Mentorship Is a Critical Success Factor Tonya repeatedly highlights mentorship as a defining difference between struggle and progress: The lack of mentorship contributed to challenges with her day spa business Strong mentorship later helped her pivot, recover, and scale Her relationship with Alicia Lyttle (“The Queen of AI”) accelerated her expertise and credibility Mastermind groups and strategic partnerships played a key role in expansion. E. Women Must Shift from Spending to Investing Tonya offers direct advice to women: Start small and stay consistent Invest only in things you understand—or get educated Consider real estate, passive investments, and partnerships Use tools like self-directed IRAs or rolled-over 401(k)s to build wealth Progress matters more than perfection. F. Learning AI Is Career Insurance Tonya encourages professionals to: Learn AI on their own time if necessary Experiment hands-on, not just consume content Become the AI “go‑to” person at work Increase job security by increasing relevance Early adopters gain disproportionate advantage. G. No Single AI Tool Does Everything Best She explains how different tools serve different purposes: ChatGPT – brainstorming and idea generation Claude – deeper, more refined writing Perplexity – research Gemini – graphics and video Copilot – integrated enterprise workflows Her advice: use multiple tools strategically. H. Privacy and Security Matter Tonya stresses AI safety best practices: Turn off model-training permissions Never input personal or client-identifying data Use placeholder names (e.g., “Company X”) Treat AI tools as public spaces unless secured 4. Notable Quotes On AI Adoption “It’s not a technology problem—it’s a people problem.” On Fear of AI “You’re asking people to train a tool they think could replace them.” On Time Freedom “If you learn AI, it will help you leverage your time—but don’t use that time to burn yourself out.” On Wealth Building “You can’t really get ahead just being an employee. You have to leverage your money.” On Mentorship “You have to be careful who you plant seeds with—because they can come back and help you.” On Women and Investing “Even if it’s just $100 a week or $100 a month, every little bit counts.” On Learning AI “Don’t just listen—open up your laptop and start playing with it.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summary In this sermon, Dr. Michael Easley walks through Psalm 31, exploring the believer's response to stress, fear, and overwhelming circumstances. Using the Holmes-Ray stress scale as a starting point, he highlights how life's pressures—from the death of a spouse to everyday challenges—can leave us drained and anxious. David's Psalm provides a powerful blueprint for handling stress: an urgent cry for help followed by confident trust in God. Easley emphasizes how David repeatedly places his life “into God's hand,” demonstrating that ultimate safety and deliverance come not from human control but from trusting God's righteousness and lovingkindness.  The sermon explores the tension between terror and trust, showing that even in fear, believers can choose praise and confidence in God. Easley also points out that God may not always remove stress but provides the strength to endure it. He encourages listeners to redirect their anxious energy toward worship and reliance on Christ. By learning to surrender control, trusting God's presence, and finding rest in His provision, believers cultivate endurance, maturity, and spiritual resilience. This message reminds us that our trials are opportunities to experience God's faithfulness and to develop deeper trust, even amid life's storms. Takeaways Life's pressures are inevitable, but God sees your stress and hears your prayers. David models placing his life fully into God's hand, trusting His righteousness. Trusting God does not always remove trials, but provides strength to endure them. Even in terror and despair, believers can choose praise and confidence in God. Redirect anxious energy toward Christ through worship, prayer, and surrender. Endurance through trials matures faith and deepens spiritual resilience. To read the Psalms, click here. Click here for other Michael Easley Sermons.

You can't outrun 'em, but you can revise your interpretation and your response, and that's not for nothin'.Access today's episode on Julie's Medium Blog.Shame spirals, or negative feedback loops are chain reactions starting with: The Trigger: something spurs a sense of emotionally activation or vulnerability; perhaps through a rejection, a crossed boundary, or a mistake.The Story: immediately your brain connects the triggering event to a past experience, creating a narrative on how to perceive this “slight” that tends towards self-blame and some sort of “proof that you are not worthy or capable.”The Reaction: next, your brain will attempt to protect yourself from the pain of this internalized toxic shame by over-performing or under-performing as a way to cope, furthering you from your authentic-self. i.e. fight/flight/freeze/fawnThe Reinforcement: you feel ashamed or disconnected from your authentic-self, so the narrative of feeling insufficient is reinforced, making us more sensitive to future triggers, and the cycle continues. Ideally, we can create space to gain some control over the narrative and redirect our reactions into more thoughtful responses that reinforce new, more positive patterns. Call it out: noting a shame spiral as it starts is a great way to stop it before it begins. Practice creating space between you and the response. Sometimes, this is enough to“unhook” yourself from the trigger and create a new chain of events. Ground: use a somatic exercise to regulate your nervous system. Reframe: recognize the feelings of shame as an attempt to feel safe, so you can guide yourself into a more effective response. Rewrite the narrative to better reflect reality, which is less shame based. Connect with someone more objective who can help you see more clearly, if needed. Redirect: take an action towards a more positive and loving response, that is not rooted in shame/punishment/fear. Realign: once you feel less triggered, reflect on the experience, and practice reinforcing more conscious responses in the future. Some shame is unavoidable, and a healthy level of shame is essential to being a decent human. That said, many of us are harboring toxic levels of shame on a daily basis.Read Julie's Medium Blog.Support JULIE (and the show!)Support + get some bonus stuff over on PATREON.Get an occasional personal email from me: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.comTune in on INSTAGRAM AND YOUTUBE or TIKTOK.Info on War Tax Resistance.Donate to the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund and the Sudan Relief FundThe opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What if your past isn't just remembered—but physically carried with you every day?In Episode 285, Mike and Mark dive into The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk, a transformative exploration of how trauma shapes the brain, body, and our perception of the world.This episode challenges the idea that trauma is “just a story” and instead reveals how deeply it influences our reactions, relationships, and sense of self. From understanding your personal “map of the world” to learning how to release stored stress through movement, imagination, and even body positioning—this conversation is both eye-opening and practical.If you've ever felt stuck in patterns you can't explain, or sensed that something from the past is still holding you back, this episode offers a powerful framework for awareness, healing, and forward momentum.Now more than ever, understanding how to process and release what we carry is essential—not just for growth, but for living fully.Key ThemesTrauma as perception, not just memoryThe “map of the world” shaped by past experiencesHow trauma physically alters the brain and bodyEmotional pain as a full-body experienceGetting “stuck” in patterns of thought and behaviorHealing through movement, imagination, and creativityThe power of body language and posture in emotional statesAwareness and choice as tools for transformationConcepts & BreakthroughsOne of the most profound ideas in this episode is that trauma is not simply an event—it is the way the brain adapts to that event. As Bessel explains, our minds construct a “map of the world” based on past experiences, and that map determines how we interpret everything that follows. Two people can experience the same situation and walk away with completely different realities.This becomes especially important when trauma is unresolved. It doesn't stay in the past—it shows up in present reactions, often disproportionate to the situation. As discussed in the episode, someone may react strongly not because of what's happening now, but because of what happened years ago.Another key breakthrough is the understanding that trauma lives in the body. Feelings like anxiety, dread, or stress are not abstract—they manifest physically: tight shoulders, shallow breathing, or a clenched gut. As highlighted in the transcript, “heartbreak” and “gut-wrenching” are not just metaphors—they are literal bodily experiences .Healing, therefore, cannot be purely intellectual. It must involve the body. Movement, breathwork, and physical awareness become essential tools for releasing stored trauma. Even posture plays a role—standing upright, opening the chest, and adopting a “position of joy” can directly influence emotional state.Perhaps the most liberating idea explored is the concept of breaking out of the “trauma trap.” Through imagination, creativity, and even theatrical expression, we can step into new roles and identities. This creates distance from old patterns and opens the door to new ways of being.Habits, Tools & Mental Models1. The “Map of the World” CheckRegularly question your interpretation of events. Ask: Is this reality, or my past shaping my perception?2. Trauma Detox PracticeJust like physical detox, emotional detox requires intentional effort—through journaling, movement, or conversation.3. Body Awareness ScansNotice where stress lives in your body. Shoulders, neck, and gut are common signals of unresolved tension.4. Intercept the Thought LoopWhen revisiting past pain, consciously interrupt the pattern. Redirect attention before it spirals.Become a Member of the Moonshots Podcast:https://www.patreon.com/Moonshots

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Few things trigger parents faster than physical behavior. It can feel embarrassing, frustrating, and sometimes even personal. But what if these behaviors are less about “bad behavior” and more about a brain that simply isn't ready yet? In this episode, we break down why toddlers lean into physical, reactive behaviors when big feelings take over. Their emotional capacity is growing quickly, but their ability to pause, regulate, and explain what they're feeling is still catching up. So they use what works fast - their bodies. We talk about how to respond in the moment without shaming, lecturing, or asking rhetorical questions toddlers cannot answer. Instead of saying “Why are you biting me?” or “That's not nice,” we explore how to set firm boundaries while still guiding the skill that is developing. You'll learn how to: ✔️ Separate the action from the intention ✔️ Redirect behavior without minimizing the need behind it ✔️ Offer appropriate outlets for physical impulses ✔️ Reinforce correct behavior at home, even if incidents are happening at daycare ✔️ Partner with teachers to prevent behaviors before they escalate ✔️ Avoid common mistakes like shaming, over-talking, or making it personal Want more? Listen to the full, original episode. Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and Bethlie continue their Overcoming Series with part 3 of overcoming anxiety. Do you know someone who struggles with anxiety? Be a blessing to them and send them this series. Reach out and let us know how it has been a blessing in your life and others around you. Decide it is wrong (based on the teaching of Jesus) It is wrong because the past is over and gone Healing is available for everything we face Forgiveness is essential for our wrongs It is wrong because the future is not here yet Nothing can ever be done about the future Only God knows about the future Jesus is teaching that it is wrong to allow tomorrow's problems to tear you apart today It is wrong because only God knows the future It is wrong because it damages today      Today is a gift from God We should handle our emotions wisely so we can fully live for Him today Know the difference between worry and planning Planning is preparing for the future while simultaneously leaving it all in God's hands and trusting God's goodness. Worry does not plan. Anxiety assumes the worst Anxiety presumes to know outcomes Anxiety gives into our feelings rather than make an attempt to overcome them. Anxiety accepts our feelings as the norm of our life. Redirect your concerns Emotions are not wrong They are right when they are used properly according to the commands and principles of God's Word Move into Psalms They show us that emotions are real They show us that life is hard They also show us that truth trumps it all Emotional concern is the God-given ability to mobilize the forces of our bodies and minds to focus upon a problem and solve it. Anxious concern is when we focus on our problems and hang onto them. Literally all the energy is released but has it has nowhere to go  This energy can even eat away at the lining of the stomach This energy leaves us feeling hopeless and helpless This energy often leads us into other issues Depression Social withdrawal  Loss of sexual desire  

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The Sunday of St. Mary of Egypt The life of St. Mary of Egypt shows that healing begins when we are willing to let go of what we think we cannot live without. Her struggle with memory and desire mirrors our own battles with distraction and constant stimulation. In these final weeks of Lent, we are invited to simplify our lives, endure the discomfort, and turn again toward the peace that comes from God. --- Today the Church gives us one of the most extreme lives in all of Christian history: St. Mary of Egypt. And if we are not careful, we will put her at a distance. We will say: "That's not me." "That's not my struggle." "That's not my life." But the Church does not give her to us as a curiosity. She gives her to us as a mirror. Mary began in complete disorder. Not gradually. Not reluctantly. She threw herself into a life of passion—seeking pleasure, attention, and control. And she is very clear: she was not even doing it for money. She was doing it because she wanted it, because she loved it, because it gave her a sense of freedom. And then comes the turning point. She tries to enter the Church in Jerusalem—to venerate the Cross. And she cannot. An invisible force prevents her. Everyone else walks in. She cannot. And suddenly, she sees—not just what she has done, but what she has become. That moment breaks her. Not into despair—but into repentance. She turns to the Mother of God, asks for mercy, and is finally allowed to enter. She venerates the Cross. And then she leaves—not just the Church, but the world. She goes into the desert. And here is where we often misunderstand her life. We imagine peace, clarity, instant transformation. But that is not what she experienced. Listen to her own words. She says that in the desert she was tormented by the memory of her old life: "The mad desire for songs and wine seized me… I longed to sing obscene songs… the memory of the things I was accustomed to filled my soul with great turmoil." She had left everything behind, but everything had not yet left her. And this is important. Because it tells us: removing ourselves from temptation does not immediately remove temptation from us. For years—years—she struggled. With memory, with desire, with imagination, with everything she had fed her soul. But she stayed. She endured. And over time, something changed. The passions lost their power. The memories lost their sweetness. And she found something greater: peace, clarity, freedom, union with God. Now here is where we need to be careful. Because it is very easy to say: "Well, that's her. She was dealing with extreme passions." But we are not so different. We also live in a world of constant stimulation—constant input, constant distraction. Not through wine and song in the same way, but through something else: social media, endless news cycles, commentary, outrage, entertainment, noise. And we do not just encounter these things. We consume them. We return to them. We depend on them. And like St. Mary, we often tell ourselves: "This is freedom." But what happens when we try to step away—even for a little while? We feel it. The pull. The habit. The restlessness. The desire to check, to scroll, to see what we are missing. And here is the question that reveals everything: what do we think we are missing? Because this is where the illusion lies. We think: "If I am not plugged in—if I am not consuming—if I am not aware of everything—then my life is being wasted." But St. Mary shows us the opposite. From the outside, her life looks wasted. No productivity, no recognition, no audience, no relevance. And yet—she becomes radiant with holiness, clear in mind, free in heart, alive in God. So now the question turns: whose life is wasted? The one who withdraws from distraction and struggles toward freedom, or the one who is constantly stimulated but never at peace? St. Mary did not lose her life in the desert. She found it—but only after enduring the pain of letting go. And this is where her life meets ours—very concretely, especially now. Because we are in Great Lent. And Lent is given to us for exactly this purpose: to simplify, to remove distractions, to reorder our lives toward God. Many people focus on food. And that is good. But it is only part of the pattern. Because for most of us, our greater excess is not meat and dairy. It is stimulation. And this is part of why the fast exists. Fasting is not just about what we give up. It is about what is revealed. When we fast from food, something happens. Our system is stressed. We feel hunger. We feel irritation. We feel weakness. And suddenly, we begin to notice our thoughts, our habits, our reactions. The fast makes visible what is usually hidden. And this is not a failure. This is its purpose. Now consider this: if fasting from food reveals this much, what might happen if we fast from stimulation? If we step away from constant input, constant scrolling, constant reaction? For most of us, this will be even more revealing—because this is where we are most attached. And so here is a simple challenge. We have two weeks left before Pascha. Two weeks. And in two weeks, we will hear that the Lord receives even the one who comes at the eleventh hour. So let us use this time well. For these next two weeks: simplify. Deliberately. Intentionally. Greatly reduce the time you spend on your devices—not a little, greatly. You will feel the pull. You will feel the temptation. You will feel the restlessness. That is not a sign that something is wrong. That is the point. It reveals what has taken hold of us. And like St. Mary, you may find that even when the external stimulus is gone, the memory remains. But stay. Endure. Redirect. Return. Because the same principle applies: what we repeatedly attend to forms us. If we fill our minds with noise, we will become restless. If we fill our hearts with distraction, we will become fragmented. But if we endure, if we simplify, if we turn toward God, then slowly, quietly, something changes. The noise loses its power. The pull weakens. And we begin to taste something better: peace, clarity, the presence of God. And so we end with this: St. Mary was not missing out. She was being healed. The world says: "Stay connected. Stay informed. Stay engaged." The Gospel says: "Be still—and know God." So again: whose life is wasted?  

Few things trigger parents faster than physical behavior. It can feel embarrassing, frustrating, and sometimes even personal. But what if these behaviors are less about “bad behavior” and more about a brain that simply isn't ready yet? In this episode, we break down why toddlers lean into physical, reactive behaviors when big feelings take over. Their emotional capacity is growing quickly, but their ability to pause, regulate, and explain what they're feeling is still catching up. So they use what works fast - their bodies. We talk about how to respond in the moment without shaming, lecturing, or asking rhetorical questions toddlers cannot answer. Instead of saying “Why are you biting me?” or “That's not nice,” we explore how to set firm boundaries while still guiding the skill that is developing. You'll learn how to: ✔️ Separate the action from the intention ✔️ Redirect behavior without minimizing the need behind it ✔️ Offer appropriate outlets for physical impulses ✔️ Reinforce correct behavior at home, even if incidents are happening at daycare ✔️ Partner with teachers to prevent behaviors before they escalate ✔️ Avoid common mistakes like shaming, over-talking, or making it personal Want more? Listen to the full, original episode. Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Sunday of the Ladder reminds us that the Christian life is not a sprint, but a long obedience marked by small, repeated acts of faithfulness. St. John shows that the real struggle takes place in our thoughts, where healing begins with recognizing them and learning to turn back to Christ. Step by step, through endurance and humility, the heart is purified and made capable of peace. Sunday of the Ladder Winning the Battle of Thoughts In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Today the Church gives us St. John Climacus—St. John of the Ladder. And she gives him to us right here, in the middle of Great Lent. Not at the beginning, when everything feels fresh. Not at the end, when Pascha is in sight. But here. When we are a little tired. A little worn down. Maybe a little discouraged. And that is not accidental. Because St. John is not here to inspire us with dramatic moments. He is here to teach us how to keep going. St. John was a monk, writing for monks. And sometimes we hear that and think: "Well, that's not for me." But that's not how the Church reads him. The Church puts him in front of all of us and says: this is what the spiritual life looks like. Not because we are all called to live in monasteries—but because we are all called to be healed, to be purified, to be united to God. We are all, in that sense, spiritual athletes. And the Ladder is not a museum piece. It is a training manual. Now here is something we have to get clear right away. The Ladder is not a sprint, a quick transformation, or a series of glorious spiritual breakthroughs. It is a lifetime slog. Step by step. Fall, get up. Fall, get up again. No drama. No shortcuts. Just faithfulness. And this is where many people get discouraged. Because we want clarity, peace, and victory—and we want it quickly. But St. John shows us something different. The spiritual life is not built on big moments. It is built on small, repeated acts of faithfulness. So where does that struggle take place? Not primarily out there. Not in circumstances, other people, or events. But in here—in our thoughts. Think about your own experience. How much of your energy goes into replaying conversations, imagining arguments, worrying about what might happen, remembering what did happen, getting distracted in prayer, getting distracted in conversation—getting distracted, pulled away from what matters, from our responsibilities, from love. Most of our spiritual life is decided before we ever act—long before anyone else sees it—and often long before we notice it ourselves. At the level of thought. Now we need to say something very important. A thought is not a sin. Thoughts come. They arise. They pass through. You are not responsible for everything that appears in your mind. There are crazy people living within everyone's mind. No, you are not responsible for everything that appears in your mind—but you are responsible for what you do with it. Because the difference between peace and chaos often comes down to a very small moment: what do I do with this thought? Let me give you three very simple rules for dealing with intrusive thoughts. Not easy—but simple. Do not enter into conversation with them. When a bad thought comes, do not engage it, do not analyze it, do not argue with it, do not "just think about it for a second." Because once you start that conversation, you've already lost. Do not identify with them. Instead, you say: "This is not me. This is a thought passing through. This is normal. This happens all the time." That concept alone creates space. The resulting separation creates freedom. Redirect immediately. Don't wrestle—replace. Turn your attention to prayer, to a psalm, to something concrete, to crossing yourself, to saying "Lord, have mercy." Again and again. The teaching is clear—this is not where we need new insight. The difficulty is in doing it—this is where we need endurance. Because this is where the real work is. St. John says in Step 26 on discernment: "The beginning of salvation is the recognition of thoughts." Not controlling everything. Not fixing everything. Just recognizing—seeing thoughts clearly. Yes, that is where the healing of our minds—the salvation—begins. And most of us don't even get that far. Because we are already inside the thought, carried within it, buoyed along by the current of our emotions. We are already moving downstream, sometimes far downstream, before we even notice. In Step 4, speaking about obedience, St. John says: "Obedience is the burial of the will and the resurrection of humility." Now that sounds very monastic. But apply it here, to your life in the world. Every time you refuse a thought, every time you redirect, you are practicing obedience. You are saying: "I will not follow this. I will follow Christ." And that commitment does not happen once. It happens ten times, fifty times, a hundred times a day—quietly, unseen. Small victories that grow into a habit of victory. This is the Ladder. In Step 15, on purity, St. John says: "A pure mind sees things as they are." That's the goal. Not just avoiding bad thoughts—but becoming the kind of person whose perception has been healed. Because right now, our thoughts are not neutral. They are shaped by fear, pride, habit, passion—even something as simple as what we had for dinner last night. Please accept this: in our fallen state, we don't see reality clearly. We interpret everything through the distorted landscape of our minds—uneven, shadowed, and unstable. And the work of guarding our thoughts—slowly, patiently—allows Christ to begin to level that ground, so that what is crooked becomes straight and what is confused becomes clear. Not the clarity of desire or pride, but of Truth. Now, the fathers speak about this very strictly—especially in the monastery. And we might hear this and think: "Well, I'm not a monk." And that's true. But that does not mean the struggle is different. It means the context is different. As Metropolitan Saba has emphasized: the parish and the monastery are not competing paths. They are parallel paths. Same goal. Same healing. Same Christ. Different context. The struggle is the same. The setting is different. In the monastery, the structure supports watchfulness. In our lives, we have to build that structure ourselves—in our homes, our work, our friendships, through habits of sacrificial love, prayer, and worship. Let's be very clear about one more thing. You cannot drift up the Ladder. We don't expect strength without exercise or knowledge without study—but somehow we expect peace without discipline. Guarding your thoughts is work. Redirecting your attention is training. And this is why it feels like a slog. Because it is. It is the long, slow slog of our salvation. So what does this look like in practice? When you are replaying a conversation—stop. Do not continue. Distract yourself and focus on something else—something less destructive, something more useful. When anxiety starts spiraling—cut it early. Not later—early. Even a small, deliberate act of joy—something as simple as a change in expression—can give us enough freedom to return to the source of all joy. When you are standing in prayer and your mind wanders—don't chase it. Return. Immediately. Be comforted and instructed by their truth, and the way they connect you with the source of all truth. This is where endurance comes in—not in overpowering thoughts, but in returning again and again to what is good, what is beautiful, what is true. And now we come back to the image: the Ladder. You do not fall all at once. You do not rise all at once. You ascend—or descend—one thought at a time. Not in dramatic moments, but in quiet decisions, repeated daily over a lifetime. And this is the encouragement. If you feel like this is slow—it is. If you feel like this is repetitive—it is. If you feel like this is a slog—it is. But this is how we are healed. Not in flashes of glory, but in steady faithfulness. Because the Ladder is not climbed in monasteries alone. It is climbed in the hidden work of the heart. And when that work is done—even a little—we begin to live and to serve with clarity, with peace, and with joy. In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Have you ever spent days trying to figure out why you did something only to end up feeling worse than when you started? The anxious spiral that never resolves. The overeating loop where searching for the reason only leads to more overeating. The procrastination rabbit hole that changes nothing.In this episode, we talk about a different approach. One that isn't about suppressing your feelings or pretending everything is fine, but about recognizing when the why search is keeping you stuck, and choosing to align your actions with who you want to be instead.This is a personal one. It draws on real experience with anxiety, overthinking, and the moment everything shifted. Not even because of a breakthrough insight, but because of a simple decision. Just decide. And see what follows!Your Challenge From This EpisodeToday, just for one day, try this:Every time a negative thought, anxious spiral, or why question shows up just notice it.Say to yourself: 'No!!! Not today. That's not where I'm putting my attention.'Redirect to what you're actually wanting and who you're choosing to be right now.Don't analyze the thought at all!!! Don't follow it. Don't try to fix it. Just redirect.At the end of the day, notice what happened. Notice how much energy you reclaimed. Notice how the thoughts that felt so urgent and important in the morning became quieter when you stopped feeding them.Questions To Sit With After This Episode1. Where in your life are you currently searching for a why and is the search helping you move forward or keeping you stuck?2. What does your most common negative loop look like? Anxiety? Overeating? Procrastination? Insecurity? Can you name the pattern clearly enough to catch it earlier next time?3. If you already know who you want to be, what's one decision you could make right now to align with that person, without needing to feel ready first?4. What would today look like if you ran the one day experiment and just decided not to entertain a single negative thought?Lots of love,K-SkyLet's Connect!! ⬇️Connect with K-Sky on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kskydonner⁠⁠!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with K-Sky on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@coachksky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with K-Sky on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@kskydonner⁠

Want a path out of anxiety? Explore Dennis's science backed recovery programs: https://anxietyguyprograms.com Today's Episode: Anxiety is energy, but healing begins when you stop directing that energy into fear. In this episode of The Anxiety Guy Podcast, Dennis explores how symptom checking, body scanning, Googling, and overanalyzing keep the nervous system stuck in survival mode. When fear keeps receiving your attention, it keeps receiving your energy. You'll learn how to notice where your attention is going, redirect that energy into something grounding and healing, and respond to symptoms with calm rather than urgency. These simple shifts help teach the brain and body that the sensations are not dangerous, and that you no longer need to feed the anxiety cycle. This episode will help you begin transforming anxious energy into greater clarity, steadiness, and healing. ▶️ Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here Spotify: Subscribe Here YouTube: Subscribe Here Episode page: Catch up on previous episodes here

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In today's episode of The Life of a Bon Vivant podcast, Beeta shares a short but powerful reminder to focus on feeling good in everyday life. She explains that this is not about toxic positivity or pretending negative things do not exist, but about intentionally redirecting attention toward what is going well, even in small, ordinary moments. She highlights how this simple, consistent practice can retrain the brain to look for the good, elevate daily experiences, and create noticeable shifts in mood and perspective, often more quickly than expected.Learn more about Everyday France: https://EverydayFrance.com

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The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022026.cfmFather Tyler Mentzer, MIC, invites us to confront this penetrating question, “What are you hungry for?” On the first Friday of Lent, this inquiry becomes a mirror for our own souls, urging us to examine the cravings that dominate our hearts.The Gospel's wedding feast imagery frames fasting, not as a punitive rite, but as a preparation for the ultimate celebration of the divine Bridegroom. Jesus asks, “Can the wedding guests mourn while the bridegroom is with them?” (Mk 2:19; NABRE). When the Bridegroom remains present, the feast of love outweighs the austerity of fasting. Yet He also foretells the inevitable departure of the Bridegroom, announcing that “then they will fast” (Mk 2:20; NABRE). This duality reveals fasting as medicinal: a temporary giving up of earthly food that readies us for the future sorrow of the Passion and the ensuing joy of the Resurrection.The “Catechism” teaches that “fasting is a penance that draws us closer to Christ, the source of true nourishment” (“CCC,” 2043). By denying ourselves food, drink, or sinful habits, we create interior space for the Spirit, allowing the hunger for God's will to replace the hunger for fleeting pleasures. As Fr. Tyler notes, the Lenten season is a “time of intentional communion with the suffering Christ,” echoing the ancient Jewish practice of fasting on the Day of Atonement (see Lev 16) and its fulfillment in the New Covenant.Saints Jacinta and Francisco of Fatima exemplify this sacrificial love. Even as children, they offered their meals to the poor, endured bitter suffering, and embraced fasting as a conduit for the conversion of sinners. Their witness reminds us that fasting, when rooted in love for the Bridegroom, transforms personal deprivation into communal charity.Thus, the Lenten call is threefold:- Identify the hidden cravings that enslave us — power, pleasure, control, or even the illusion of self‑sufficiency.- Rebuke those cravings through disciplined fasting — whether by abstaining from meat on Fridays, limiting meals, or refraining from harmful thoughts and words.- Redirect the resulting emptiness toward the love of Christ, the true Bridegroom who satisfies every longing (see Jn 6:35; NABRE). ★ Support this podcast ★

If you want to work different, you need to:- Redirect your ambition- Redefine your prize- Retain your contentmentMetro exists to help young adults see the beauty of Jesus and seek to know Him personally. Join us every Tuesday night at 7:30 as young adults from all over Houston gather for worship and biblical teaching. Stay Connected: Download the Metro HTX App, or follow the Metro HTX Instagram Metro HTX Young Adults Tuesdays at 7:30pm 7401 Katy Fwy 

https://teachhoops.com/ Dealing with a selfish player is one of the most delicate balancing acts in coaching because the behavior is often rooted in a desire for validation or a misunderstanding of their role. A "me-first" attitude can act as a virus, quickly infecting the locker room and eroding the trust necessary for a high-functioning defense or a fluid motion offense. The first step is to address the behavior privately and directly. Instead of attacking the player's character, focus on the "mathematics of the game." Show them through film how an extra pass or a hard screen creates a higher-percentage shot for the team—and often leads to a better look for them later. By reframing "unselfishness" as a strategic advantage rather than a sacrifice, you can begin to shift their perspective. To fundamentally change a selfish player's habits, you must incentivize the "unselfish" acts within your practice structure. If your drills only reward scoring, you are inadvertently encouraging selfish play. Start tracking "hockey assists," "great screens," and "defensive rotations" with the same intensity you track points. Use a "Point System" during scrimmages where a basket made off an assist is worth three points, while an unassisted basket is only worth one. When you publicly celebrate the "culture carriers" who do the dirty work, you create a social cost for selfishness. A player who realizes they will lose playing time or status for "ball-stopping" will eventually adapt to the program's standards or identify themselves as a poor fit for the team's long-term goals. Finally, mid-season January is the time to leverage your team leaders to handle the social dynamics of the locker room. Sometimes, a message carries more weight when it comes from a peer rather than the head coach. Encourage your "culture carriers" to hold the selfish player accountable in real-time—whether it's a teammate asking for the ball in the post or a veteran pointing out a missed defensive assignment. If the behavior persists despite these interventions, you must be prepared to make the "hard" coaching decision for the sake of the program's integrity. No individual talent is worth the destruction of your team's soul. By prioritizing the "Power of the Unit" over individual accolades, you ensure that your program remains a place where everyone belongs and everyone contributes to the championship mission. Selfish basketball player, team chemistry, coaching leadership, basketball culture, player management, high school basketball, youth basketball, basketball coaching tips, team unity, locker room dynamics, basketball IQ, coach-player relationships, basketball drills, basketball motivation, coaching philosophy, unselfish play, basketball strategy, player roles, team-first mindset, basketball discipline, coach unplugged, teach hoops, basketball success, athletic leadership, character development, coaching accountability, managing egos, basketball teamwork, game-day impact. SEO Keywords Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Before you can express force, you must be able to absorb it.Day 25 focuses on force absorption — the ability to decelerate, stabilise, and safely manage load as it enters the body. This is one of the most overlooked skills in training, yet one of the most critical for longevity, resilience, and repeatable performance.Every step, landing, change of direction, or contact introduces force. When absorption is poor, that force is dumped into joints, connective tissue, or vulnerable structures. When absorption is well-trained, force is distributed, controlled, and redirected efficiently.This session develops:Deceleration control at the hips, knees, and anklesTrunk stability during load acceptanceTiming and coordination during landing and lowering phasesThe ability to slow down without collapsingForce absorption isn't passive. It's an active skill that requires awareness, positioning, and intent. This day emphasises controlled lowering, pauses, and transitions — teaching the body how to accept load before producing it again.This work directly supports injury reduction, cleaner technique, and better performance under fatigue. When you can slow down well, you move better, recover faster, and stay in the game longer.Absorb first.Control the load.Redirect with purpose.Day 25 strengthens the brakes — so the engine can keep performing.Shaun Kober is a Mindset & Performance Specialist, with a unique skillset forged in the trenches, through the various stages of life."I shouldn't be in the position I am right now." The odds were stacked against me: ● Poor family on welfare, eldest of 6 kids, parents didn't work, abusive step-dad, no electricity or running water for a 6 years period of my life ● Caught up with the wrong crowd, stealing, drugs, skipping school ● At 14 years old, I sat on a bus for 3 days with $50 in my pocket, to travel to the next State over West, to begin a new life in the workforce - 200014 - 20: I grew up and learned how to become a man through work and rugby20 - 26: I lived, trained and fought as a professional soldier, at a high level26 - 32: I became a personal trainer, after failing in my pursuit to become a firefighter32 - 38: I worked with, and won world titles with some of the best athletes on the planet, as their strength and conditioning coach38+: The next evolution begins #coachedbykobes#livetrainperform#mindsetandperformance Live Life To The Fullest.Train To Your Potential.Perform At Your Best!https://www.coachedbykobes.com/

n “Seek First the Treasure,” we explored Jesus' words in Matthew 6:19–24 and the critical question of where we place our treasure and attention. Jesus does not ask if we treasure something, but where we treasure it. The central truth is this: you can build your life on what can be taken, or you can build your life on what cannot.Jesus invites us to examine our calendars, our finances, and our attention, because these reveal what we truly treasure. Earthly treasures are always vulnerable. Like thieves that steal not only possessions but also peace, time, and joy, what we build our lives on can quietly master us.The good news is that Jesus treasured us so deeply that He gave everything on the cross, positioning Himself between two thieves to purchase us as His treasure. The gospel is not about trying harder to love God, but about letting ourselves be loved by God. When we grasp that we are His treasure, our hearts begin to reorder, our attention begins to heal, and rival masters begin to loosen their grip.Takeaways from the message:Name your treasure honestly. What would genuinely upset you if you lost it? What consumes your thoughts, time, and resources?Reclaim your attention deliberately. Attention is never neutral. What we focus on forms our souls. Redirect your gaze toward Jesus, who brings light rather than darkness.Choose one costly obedience joyfully this week. Practice generosity, create space for silence and solitude, or release control where a rival master has taken hold.

Church of England revs with a difference Tom Pelham and Jamie Franklin are back for 2026 talking about the big issues in church and state. This time:The King's Christmas Speech: How Christian (or not) was it?A large majority of Church of England worshippers would redirect funds from the Church if slavery reparations go ahead.And Rowan Williams says mass migration is good because of all the art.All that and much more as ever. Please enjoy!You make this podcast possible. Support us and get episodes early, bonus Uncollared audio podcasts, monthly epic chats between Jamie and Nick Dixon and more!On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/irreverendOn Substack - https://irreverendpod.substack.com/Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irreverend To make a direct donation or to get in touch with questions or comments please email irreverendpod@gmail.com!Notices:Join our Irreverend Telegram group: https://t.me/irreverendpodFollow us on Twitter: https://x.com/IrreverendPodBuy Jamie's Book! THE GREAT RETURNDaniel French Substack: https://undergroundchurch.substack.com/Jamie Franklin's "Good Things" Substack: https://jamiefranklin.substack.comIrreverend Substack: https://irreverendpod.substack.comFind me a church: https://irreverendpod.com/church-finder/Support the show

In this episode of Talk'n the Beat, Officer Larry Reynolds and Sgt. Kevin Coates sit down with Linda Davis, Executive Director of Face Addiction Now (FAN), to talk about how policing in Sterling Heights has changed over the past decade through a more compassionate response to addiction.Linda shares her personal and professional journey, reflecting on her time as a prosecutor and judge when she believed incarceration was the right response to crimes tied to addiction. As her understanding of addiction evolved from a moral failing to a disease that needs treatment, and as addiction touched her own family, her focus shifted toward prevention, recovery, and meaningful support.The conversation explores how Sterling Heights Police Department partnerships with programs like Hope Not Handcuffs, the Comeback Quick Response Team, and Redirect have helped move the community away from arrest first responses and toward approaches proven to reduce suffering and save lives. Together, these efforts show how law enforcement, recovery organizations, and the courts can work side by side to address addiction in a way that strengthens the entire community.If you are struggling with addiction and are ready to ask for help, Face Addiction Now can connect you with treatment and recovery resources. You can visit faceaddictionnow.org, or simply walk into the Sterling Heights Police Department and ask for help through the Hope Not Handcuffs program.Send Your Questions to Sgt. Coates and Officer Reynolds!Email us at ttb@sterlingheights.gov and your question may be used in an upcoming podcast episode.

Today, I'm bringing back a conversation that feels especially relevant right now, in that quiet space between Christmas and New Year's when reflection can quickly turn into self-judgment. I share a very real moment when my own “I should be further ahead” thoughts showed up, even as a coach who teaches this work, and walk you through the exact tools I use to redirect not-enough thinking. This episode is grounding, practical, and a powerful reminder that balance isn't about fixing yourself, it's about learning how to come back to sufficiency and presence again and again. Topics in this episode:Why “I should be further ahead” is one of the most common not-enough thoughts for ambitious working moms How not-enough thinking shows up in your body, mood, and behavior (even when you don't realize it) The difference between immobilizing yourself and overdoing it when self-doubt kicks in Seven practical strategies to redirect not-enough thoughts in real time How to anchor into sufficiency, presence, and satisfaction instead of comparison and self-judgment Show Notes & References:Episode 12 – Enoughness: https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/podcast/2021/6/7/enoughness Episode 116 – Balancing ambition with enoughness: https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/podcast/2023/6/5/balancing-ambition-with-feeling-enough-with-misty-dykema Book a free breakthrough call here: https://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/book Boundaries & Balance Holiday Strategy Call: www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/boundaries-and-balance-session Discover all the details about Ambitious & Balanced: www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced You can watch this episode on YouTube! Check it out by clicking here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPZA5JKXYxjCMqodh4wxPBg

Blake Ruffino shares his thoughts on Lane Kiffin starting to take over the LSU Tigers and getting a feel for his team. In Lane Kiffin being at LSU now, he gets to see what the roster has and currently is. Blake explains why LSU's Bowl game is a massive deal in the future of the program. Lastly, Blake explains why the new staff must redirect what LSU did in the lastly administration and moving forward. #lsu #lsutigers #lsufootball #lsusports #lsutigersfootball #foryou #fyp #foryoupage Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why do the smallest disagreements with loved ones sometimes feel like the fiercest battles? Conflict in relationships often spirals into unproductive cycles of attack and defense, leaving us stuck, misunderstood, and further apart from the connection we crave. We rush to defend, strategize, and fix—yet rarely pause long enough to truly understand what matters beneath the surface. In this episode, listeners are invited to explore powerful strategies for breaking the cycle of reactivity and shifting attention toward curiosity, clarity, and genuine understanding. Through personal stories, actionable principles, and practical guidance, the conversation uncovers how paying attention to our underlying needs, emotions, interests, and habitual responses can foster a more constructive, compassionate, and collaborative approach to navigating conflict. By learning to differentiate between strategies and the needs they serve, listeners gain the tools to create meaningful change, deepen intimacy, and transform even the stickiest conflicts into opportunities for growth. Dana Caspersen is a conflict engagement specialist, best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and award-winning performing artist. She works with individuals, organizations, and communities worldwide as a trainer, coach, consultant, and dialogue designer. Drawing on the knowledge and insight gained from her experience as a mediator and conflict analyst and her 40-year career as a performing arts innovator, Dana empowers people and organizations to navigate complex and challenging situations. Conflict Is an Opportunity is her newest book.   Episode Highlights 04:22 How our bodies react and impact communication. 09:25 Moving from attack-defense to understanding in conflict. 13:22 The impact of unmet needs in relationship conflict. 14:22 Distinguishing needs, emotions, interests, and strategies. 18:16 Creating a supportive relationship culture for navigating conflict. 23:15 The importance of internal clarification before addressing issues. 24:50 Practicing curiosity and validation during difficult interactions. 28:35 Managing communication triggers and acknowledging emotions. 33:32 Intentional connection and embodied curiosity in conflict resolution. 36:07 Safety, attachment, and speaking from interests instead of vulnerabilities. 38:06 Conscious decision-making and the role of requests in conflict. 42:46 Applying conflict skills across all relationships and areas of life.   Your Checklist of Actions to Take Before addressing conflict, take a moment to breathe, relax, and bring your attention inward so you can respond rather than react. Pay attention to your body's stress signals—like a tight neck or jaw—and consciously shift to a more open, relaxed posture to support curiosity and connection. Redirect your attention away from attack and defense; instead, get genuinely curious about what your partner is feeling and what matters to them. Start conversations by acknowledging your partner's feelings and concerns to disarm defensiveness and open up constructive dialogue. Recognize that requests or strategies (like asking your partner to be home by 8) often mask deeper needs (such as intimacy or security), and talk about those underlying needs instead. Approach your partner with open-ended requests rather than demands, creating space for true dialogue and collaboration. Use your emotions as a clue to uncover your real needs and interests, then express those clearly and kindly to your partner. Expect that conflict will arise and discuss with your partner how you'll address it—having a shared mindset helps you get back on track when things get heated.   Mentioned Conflict Is an Opportunity (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Changing the Conversation: The 17 Principles of Conflict Resolution (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Conflict is a place of possibility (TedX Talks) (YouTube link) (video) Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are (TED) (YouTube link) (video) Gottman Institute Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (*Psychology Today) (link) 12 Relationship Principles to Strengthen Your Love (free guide)   Connect with Dana Caspersen Website: danacaspersen.com Facebook: facebook.com/DanaCaspersen Instagram: instagram.com/dcaspersen LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dana-caspersen  

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Christmas is magic… until it isn’t. Big feelings, tired kids, sugar highs, family drama, and festive chaos can turn the “most wonderful time of the year” into a meltdown marathon. In this episode, Justin and Kylie break down how to handle the full spectrum of Christmas emotions — without overreacting, over-parenting, or overcooking yourself into exhaustion. Real stories, practical tools, and realistic expectations… so your day stays joyful, not stressful. KEY POINTS Why emotional regulation is harder for kids (and adults!) at Christmas The real takeaway from the Marshmallow Experiment The biggest mistake parents make: becoming “at-home therapists” Why letting emotions settle works better than talking them down The glitter-jar brain: a simple metaphor to help kids reset How to use fantasy (“Wouldn’t it be great if…”) to soothe disappointment Why low expectations equal high connection How to stop family tension — especially when alcohol is involved When to step in… and when to step back QUOTE OF THE EPISODE “Big emotions on Christmas Day aren’t a failure — they’re developmentally normal. Give them time to settle, and most storms blow over in minutes.” ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS Set kids up for success: Protect sleep, reduce overstimulation, keep routines light. Stay calm: Emotions are contagious — yours sets the tone. Pause, don’t fix: Give time for emotions to settle before intervening. Use fantasy to empathise: “Wouldn’t it be amazing if…?” Keep expectations low and flexibility high: Simplicity makes the day better. Be mindful of adult emotions + alcohol: Redirect early, protect kids’ psychological safety. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this powerful conversation, Coach Frank is joined once again by psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Glenn Livingston (Never Binge Again) to break down one of the biggest hidden challenges men face: staying in control around food — especially during the holidays.   They explore why so many disciplined, successful men lose control with their eating this time of year, and how to indulge without guilt, compromise, or spiraling into a "start again Monday" setback.   Dr. Livingston reveals simple rules, identity-based strategies, and mindset shifts that allow men to enjoy the holidays while maintaining discipline, confidence, and self-respect — without obsessing, restricting, or apologizing for their goals.   Expect to Learn Why high-performers fall off more during the holidays — and how to stop it   The exact moment overeating starts — and how to intercept it   How to enjoy holiday food without losing control or waking up ashamed   Tools for navigating social pressure and family dynamics around food   Why perfectionism is the enemy of long-term health   The role of identity in lasting behavior change   How to set New Year's resolutions that actually work   Why emotional healing doesn't come before discipline — it comes after habits change   Key Takeaways Boundaries prevent guilt. You can indulge — but you must decide when, where, and how much ahead of time.   Social pressure is real — but manageable. Redirect conversations instead of defending your choices.   Clear food rules = less stress. Discipline is easier when your brain isn't negotiating every decision.   Mindful eating changes the experience. Slow down, taste your food, and stay present at the table.   Put your phone away during meals. Connection increases fulfillment and reduces overeating.   Identity is the long-term lever. Eat according to the man you're becoming — not the impulse of the moment.   Aim for consistency, not perfection. Small wins build momentum — and momentum builds belief.   Visualize consequences. Think beyond the moment and feel future outcomes before you act.   Behavior drives emotion. Fix your patterns first, and the emotional attachment to food begins to dissolve.   New Year's resolutions must be specific. Vague motivation fades — concrete rules stick.   Connect with Dr. Glenn Livingston: Website - https://www.defeatyourcravings.com/   Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/never-binge-again/id1262926738   --- Connect with Frank and The Super Human Life on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachfrankrich/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/584284948647477/   Website: http://www.thesuperhumanlifepodcast.com/tshlhome   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjB4UrpxtNO2AFtDURMzoKQ    

Today's Headlines: Donald Trump's Nobel campaign tour continues: he's meeting Zelensky at the White House today, fresh off a “productive” call with Putin and plans to see him soon in Budapest. Meanwhile, former national security adviser John Bolton was indicted on 18 counts for allegedly keeping and sharing over a thousand pages of classified info with relatives — which were later hacked by Iran-linked actors. The Wall Street Journal says Trump's next target is the IRS, with plans to redirect its muscle toward investigating left-leaning groups and major Democratic donors. Shutdown side effects keep piling up — the New York Times found $28 billion in federal project funding frozen in blue districts versus just $739 million in red ones.In other news, Harvard reported a $113 million operating loss, its first in years, after federal funding fell and costs rose (though donor gifts hit a record $629 million and its endowment swelled to $57 billion). Trump also wined and dined corporate giants like Palantir, Meta, and Google to raise $250 million for his new White House ballroom, while Illinois Governor JB Pritzker casually declared $1.4 million in blackjack winnings. And in Madagascar, Gen Z protesters ousted their president, who fled to Dubai, leaving a military colonel promising elections “within two years.” Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: WSJ: Trump Says He Will Meet With Putin in Budapest to Discuss End to Ukraine War AP News: Donald Trump's former adviser John Bolton indicted WSJ: Trump Team Plans IRS Overhaul to Enable Pursuit of Left-Leaning Groups NYT: Trump Halts Billions in Grants for Democratic Districts During Shutdown Axios: Harvard posts biggest operating loss in 14 years as Trump cuts bite WSJ: Trump Hosts Corporate Ballroom Donors at Glitzy White House Dinner WSJ: Billionaire Gov. JB Pritzker Recounts $1.4 Million Las Vegas Blackjack Win Economist: Gen Z revolution or military coup in Madagascar? Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices