Podcasts about rediscovering

Melissa Fletcher Stoeltje's story is one that resonates deeply with anyone who has experienced the hidden struggles of addiction. Imagine maintaining a successful career while secretly battling high-functioning alcoholism. Melissa opens up about her journey from denial to recovery, sharing the pivotal moments that led her to seek help. Her memoir, "Drunk Love: A Marriage Under the Influence," serves as a testament to the resilience required to overcome such a gripping hold on life. Her candid reflections offer a beacon of hope for those facing similar battles or supporting loved ones on their path to sobriety.Navigating a marriage entangled in the web of alcoholism presents its own set of challenges. Melissa and her husband share their experience of confronting the underlying issues masked by alcohol. Through therapy and recovery programs, they learned to rebuild their relationship, finding healthier ways to communicate and support each other. This episode explores themes of personal well-being, the importance of choosing the right therapeutic support, and the powerful transformation that sobriety can bring to personal and familial dynamics. Rediscovering one's identity and passions, such as Melissa's love for writing, are highlighted as key elements in the journey to recovery.In this episode, you will hear:Melissa Fletcher Stoeltje's battle with high-functioning alcoholism and the role of denial.The impact of alcoholism on Melissa's marriage and the journey to recovery and healing.Rediscovering personal identity and passions through sobriety, with a focus on Melissa's love for writing.The significance of choosing the right therapeutic support and the potential necessity of ending unhealthy relationships.Embracing radical honesty in recovery and the surprising support from colleagues.The transformative power of community and fellowship in overcoming addiction.Follow and Review:We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.Supporting Resources:Drunk Love: A Marriage under the InfluenceSobertown InterviewNovusMindfulLife.comhttps://www.theaddictedmind.com/community Episode CreditsIf you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Public Health Joy podcast, we are joined by Cookie Miller, a functional wellness strategist. Cookie discusses the importance of self-care, emotional resilience, and time management for public health professionals. The conversation emphasizes the need for individuals in the public health sector to prioritize their own well-being in order to effectively serve others. Cookie shares practical strategies for managing time, setting boundaries, and rediscovering joy in life, while Dr. Joyee Washington adds personal insights and experiences. Together, they explore how societal pressures impact health habits and the significance of building emotional resilience to navigate challenges in both personal and professional life.Key Points From This Episode:Public health professionals often neglect their own well-being. [4:00]Self-care is essential for effective advocacy and service. [5:00]Time management is often a form of self-deception. [10:00]Societal pressures can distort our perception of time. [11:00]Slowing down can improve health and emotional well-being. [13:00]Rediscovering hobbies can enhance joy and fulfillment. [20:00]Emotional resilience is crucial for navigating challenges. [23:00]Setting boundaries is necessary for maintaining mental health. [27:00]Prioritizing what truly matters can lead to a more fulfilling life. [28:00]Finding joy in helping others can be incredibly rewarding. [36:00]If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and, leave a review! For more transcripts, show notes,and more visit: https://joyeewashington.com/public-health-joy-season-4/ 

Step into the mountains of Aspen and the depths of the soul with Adrienne Gold Davis as she reflects on where true spirituality begins in awe. Through personal stories, Torah insights, and a deep dive into Jewish tradition, this episode explores how cultivating awe can ground us in faith, purpose, and resilience as Jewish women and mothers.

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Hidden Tales of La Boqueria: Rediscovering Barcelona's Vibrance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-08-10-22-34-01-ca Story Transcript:Ca: El sol del matí brillava intensament al barri de Ciutat Vella, escalfant els carrers amb una càlida llum d'estiu.En: The morning sun shone intensely in the Ciutat Vella neighborhood, warming the streets with a warm summer light.Ca: La Boqueria, un captivat mercat de color i vida, bategava amb energia.En: La Boqueria, a captivating market of color and life, pulsed with energy.Ca: Plens de persones, els carrers estaven infestats de turistes, amants de la cuina i habitants locals cercant el millor producte fresc.En: Filled with people, the streets were teeming with tourists, food lovers, and locals searching for the best fresh produce.Ca: Marc, un fotògraf freelance que sempre cercava la imatge perfecta, caminava pel mercat amb la càmera penjant-li del coll.En: Marc, a freelance photographer always in search of the perfect image, walked through the market with the camera hanging from his neck.Ca: Al seu costat, Laia, una bloguera i crítica gastronòmica, movia el cap a cada cantó, cercant aquella nova delícia que pogués revolucionar el món culinari.En: Next to him, Laia, a blogger and food critic, turned her head in every direction, looking for that new delight that could revolutionize the culinary world.Ca: Però avui, no tot anava segons el que esperaven.En: But today, not everything went as they expected.Ca: Els estands familiars semblaven repetitius als ulls de Marc; els colors i formes que normalment inspiraven la seva creativitat ara li semblaven massa ordinaris.En: The familiar stalls seemed repetitive to Marc; the colors and shapes that would typically inspire his creativity now seemed too ordinary.Ca: Laia, de la seva banda, després de provar i olorar, encara no havia trobat aquell ingredient nou que la fes vibrar.En: Laia, on her part, after tasting and smelling, still hadn't found that new ingredient that would make her vibrate.Ca: "Potser el problema no és el mercat", va murmurar Marc, frenant-se davant una parada de verdura.En: "Maybe the problem is not the market," murmured Marc, stopping in front of a vegetable stand.Ca: "Potser hem de veure-ho des d'una altra perspectiva".En: "Maybe we need to see it from a different perspective."Ca: La Laia li va mirar, encuriosida.En: Laia looked at him, curious.Ca: "Què vols dir?", li preguntà mentre recuperava el pas cap a una dona gran que venia llegums.En: "What do you mean?" she asked as she resumed her steps toward an elderly woman selling legumes.Ca: Amb aquesta idea en ment, Marc va començar a xerrar amb els venedors, escoltant pacientment les seves històries.En: With this idea in mind, Marc began chatting with the vendors, patiently listening to their stories.Ca: La Laia se sentí inspirada per fer el mateix, encuriosida per les relacions personals darrere dels productes exposats.En: Laia felt inspired to do the same, intrigued by the personal relationships behind the products on display.Ca: Els dos es van perdre en les converses, escoltant anècdotes sobre receptes antigues, cultius familiars i secrets guardats al llarg dels anys.En: The two got lost in conversations, listening to anecdotes about old recipes, family farming, and secrets kept over the years.Ca: Llavors, al fons del mercat, van veure una parada diferent.En: Then, at the back of the market, they saw a different stall.Ca: Una anciana encantadora oferia una verdura inusual, plena de colors vibrants.En: A charming old woman was offering an unusual vegetable, full of vibrant colors.Ca: "Es diu 'tomàquet negre', una varietat heretada de la meva àvia", va explicar la venedora amb un somriure càlid.En: "It's called a 'black tomato', a variety inherited from my grandmother," the vendor explained with a warm smile.Ca: La seva història sobre com es cultivava amb amor i esforç en un petit hort va captivar Laia i Marc.En: Her story about how it was cultivated with love and effort in a small garden captivated Laia and Marc.Ca: Intrigat, Marc va alçar la seva càmera, mirant d'enquadrar aquell tomàquet amb la llum justa, capturant la bellesa del seu color i textura.En: Intrigued, Marc raised his camera, trying to frame that tomato with just the right light, capturing the beauty of its color and texture.Ca: Laia, entusiasmada, començava a imaginar receptes noves amb aquell ingredient, mentre les paraules fluïen de la seva ment a les notes.En: Laia, excited, began to imagine new recipes with that ingredient, while the words flowed from her mind onto her notes.Ca: Quan la tarda començava a caure, Marc i Laia deixaven la Boqueria amb un nou entusiasme.En: As the afternoon began to fall, Marc and Laia left La Boqueria with a renewed enthusiasm.Ca: En Marc va somriure dedicant una mirada confiada a la Laia.En: Marc smiled, giving Laia a confident look.Ca: "Veus? Les històries amagades ens fan veure bellesa més enllà", va dir amb un raig de pau al cor.En: "See? Hidden stories make us see beauty beyond," he said with a sense of peace in his heart.Ca: "I en els sabors de sempre," afegí Laia, "es poden descobrir emocions noves si saps com buscar-les."En: "And in the familiar flavors," added Laia, "new emotions can be discovered if you know how to look for them."Ca: Aquell dia, el mercat de La Boqueria va deixar de ser només un lloc de compres.En: That day, the La Boqueria market stopped being just a place for shopping.Ca: Es va convertir en un tauler d'inspiració i descobriment per ambdós, ple de sensacions indescriptibles i colors mai abans vistos.En: It became a board of inspiration and discovery for both, full of indescribable sensations and colors never seen before.Ca: Els dos somiaven ara amb la seva propera aventura culinària, sabent que, sota el sol de Barcelona, hi ha un món sencer per descobrir.En: They both now dreamt of their next culinary adventure, knowing that under the Barcelona sun, there is a whole world to discover. Vocabulary Words:the sun: el solthe neighborhood: el barriintense: intensamentthe market: el mercatcaptivating: captivadorthe tourists: els turistesthe imagery: la imatgethe camera: la càmerathe food critic: la crítica gastronòmicathe expectation: l'expectativarepetitive: repetitiusthe vegetables: les verduresthe vendors: els venedorsthe anecdotes: les anècdotesfarming: el cultiuthe recipe: la receptathe garden: l'hortcharming: encantadorunusual: inusualvariety: la varietateffort: l'esforçthe stall: la paradavibrant: vibrantsthe stories: les històriespeace: la pauthe discovery: el descobrimentthe sensations: les sensacionsthe adventure: l'aventurathe flavors: els saborsthe image: la imatge

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: A Culinary Journey: Rediscovering Roots at the Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2025-08-10-22-34-02-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Гроздови сунца висили су на небесима док се Александар пробијао кроз густу масу људи на пијаци.En: Bunches of sun hung in the skies as Aleksandar made his way through the dense crowd at the market.Sr: Био је то дан пре Велике Госпође, значајног празника, и Александар је желео да припреми посебан ручак за своју породицу.En: It was the day before Velika Gospođa, a significant holiday, and Aleksandar wanted to prepare a special lunch for his family.Sr: Његов задатак је био да пронађе савршене састојке.En: His task was to find the perfect ingredients.Sr: Али, гужва и непозната лица отежавали су му задатак.En: However, the crowd and unfamiliar faces made his task difficult.Sr: Пијаца је била препуна витамина.En: The market was full of vitamins.Sr: Боје зрелог воћа и поврћа одражавале су се у његовим очима.En: The colors of ripe fruits and vegetables reflected in his eyes.Sr: Људи су разговарали, смејали се и препирали, док се Александар, изгубљен у својим мислима, трудио да препозна потребне састојке.En: People were talking, laughing, and arguing, while Aleksandar, lost in his thoughts, tried to identify the necessary ingredients.Sr: Док је ходао, видех стару жену, Маю.En: As he walked, he saw an old woman, Maja.Sr: Њен штанд био је препун свеже паприке, парадајза и хрпе зрелих брескви.En: Her stall was full of fresh peppers, tomatoes, and piles of ripe peaches.Sr: Њена искуствена рука показивала је на најбоље плодове, а Александар осети потребу да је пита за савет.En: Her experienced hand pointed to the best produce, and Aleksandar felt the need to ask her for advice.Sr: „Мајо,“ упита он са малим оклевањем, „можете ли ми помоћи да пронађем најбоље састојке за ведри ручак?En: "Majo," he asked with a slight hesitation, "can you help me find the best ingredients for a bright lunch?"Sr: “Њен осмех га је одмах охрабрио.En: Her smile immediately encouraged him.Sr: „Наравно, младићу,“ рече Мая.En: "Of course, young man," Maja said.Sr: „За госпођин ручак потребне су ти свежа краставца, парадајз и мало мирођије.En: "For gospođa's lunch, you need fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, and a little dill.Sr: Погледај овде.En: Look here."Sr: “Уз њену помоћ, врло брзо је пронашао и краставце и парадајзе, али остало је још једно, тајно, састојак, који није успео да упамти.En: With her help, he quickly found the cucumbers and tomatoes, but one last, secret ingredient remained, which he couldn't recall.Sr: „Шта бих могао још да додам?En: "What else could I add?"Sr: ” упита он.En: he asked.Sr: Мая му се приближи и тихо рече: „Нека буде мало магије.En: Maja came closer to him and quietly said, "Let there be a bit of magic.Sr: Узми један свежи босиљак.En: Take a fresh basil leaf."Sr: “У том тренутку, облаци који су се надвили изнад пијаце, изненада се разидоше, ослобађајући јутарње сунце које обасја цео пазар.En: At that moment, the clouds that loomed over the market suddenly parted, releasing the morning sun that illuminated the entire marketplace.Sr: Свакодневни призор претворио се у тренутну свечаност.En: The everyday scene turned into an impromptu celebration.Sr: Срдачан и захвалан, Александар се вратио кући са своје куповине.En: Grateful and with a full heart, Aleksandar returned home from his shopping.Sr: Спремање ручка постало је више од културног подсећања.En: Preparing lunch became more than a cultural reminder.Sr: Био је то мост између прошлости и садашњости, традиције и тренутка.En: It was a bridge between the past and the present, tradition and the moment.Sr: Док је посматрао своју породицу која ужива у оброку, Александар је осетио да се његово срце испуњава новим осећањем повезаности и задовољства.En: As he watched his family enjoy the meal, Aleksandar felt his heart fill with a new sense of connection and satisfaction.Sr: Могао је да осети дах простих, али дубоких тренутака живота.En: He could feel the breath of simple yet profound moments of life.Sr: С тим осећањем, Александар је схватио да више није сам у својој потрази.En: With that feeling, Aleksandar realized he was not alone in his quest anymore.Sr: Пијаца, људи, и сам свакодневни живот постали су део његовог личног путовања ка поновном откривању културних корена.En: The market, the people, and everyday life itself became a part of his personal journey to rediscovering cultural roots.Sr: И док је летња ноћ лагано долазила, Александар се осећао културно обогаћено и срећно.En: And as the summer night gently fell, Aleksandar felt culturally enriched and happy. Vocabulary Words:dense: гушћуsignificant: значајногunfamiliar: непознатаhesitation: оклевањемencouraged: охрабриоsecret: тајноloomed: надвилиreleased: ослободившиillumination: обасјаimpromptu: тренутнуcelebration: свечаностcultural: културногreminder: подсећањаbridge: мостconnection: повезаностиsatisfaction: задовољстваquest: потрагуrediscovering: поновном откривањуroots: коренаenriched: обогаћеноgrateful: захваланprofound: дубокихventure: путовањеripe: зрелогreflected: одражавалеidentify: препознатиexperienced: искусственаbright: ведриbasil: босиљакcrowd: маса

“I walked past their empty bedroom and felt a lump rise in my throat. The silence was deafening. For the first time in years, no backpacks by the door, no late-night check-ins… just me, a quiet house, and a haunting question: Who am I now?” If you've ever stood in that doorway—caught between pride and grief—this episode is for you. In Part 2 of our heartfelt conversation, Dr. Shannan Crawford sits down again with Crawford Clinics' beloved therapist Kristen Gatlin to explore the emotional journey of launching kids into adulthood and rediscovering your own identity along the way. Together, they unpack how to: Find your purpose beyond parenting Let go of control without losing connection Transform your role from caretaker to trusted friend Create new rhythms of closeness with your adult children You are not alone in this transition—and this episode offers the hope, laughter, and practical tools you need to thrive in this beautiful new chapter.

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Ferragosto Reunion: Rediscovering Roots at the Uffizi Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-08-09-22-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Luca camminava lentamente lungo i corridoi degli Uffizi.En: Luca walked slowly along the corridors of the Uffizi.It: Era estate, il sole di Ferragosto filtrava attraverso le finestre, illuminando i grandi dipinti.En: It was summer, the Ferragosto sun filtered through the windows, illuminating the large paintings.It: Era venuto a Firenze da Roma in cerca d'ispirazione per il suo prossimo libro.En: He had come to Firenze from Roma in search of inspiration for his next book.It: Sentiva di aver perso il contatto con le sue radici e sperava che l'arte potesse guidarlo.En: He felt he had lost touch with his roots and hoped that art could guide him.It: Mentre osservava un'opera di Botticelli, sentì una voce familiare.En: While observing a work by Botticelli, he heard a familiar voice.It: "Luca, sei tu?"En: "Luca, is that you?"It: Era Giulia, un'amica d'infanzia.En: It was Giulia, a childhood friend.It: Ora era una curatrice degli Uffizi.En: Now she was a curator at the Uffizi.It: I suoi occhi brillavano come allora, forse con più saggezza e un tocco di nostalgia.En: Her eyes shone as they did back then, perhaps with more wisdom and a touch of nostalgia.It: "Sì, sono io," rispose Luca, sorpreso e felice.En: "Yes, it's me," replied Luca, surprised and happy.It: Con Giulia c'era anche Marco, un amico comune.En: With Giulia was also Marco, a mutual friend.It: Marco era sempre stato il collante tra loro, sempre desideroso di mantenere vive le vecchie amicizie.En: Marco had always been the glue between them, always eager to keep old friendships alive.It: "Che sorpresa trovarvi qui," disse Luca, cercando di mascherare la sua emozione.En: "What a surprise to find you here," said Luca, trying to mask his emotion.It: "Ferragosto è speciale a Firenze," disse Giulia con entusiasmo.En: "Ferragosto is special in Firenze," said Giulia with enthusiasm.It: "Abbiamo una cena stasera.En: "We have dinner tonight.It: Vuoi unirti a noi?"En: Would you like to join us?"It: Luca era incerto.En: Luca was uncertain.It: Temeva che trovarsi invischiato nei ricordi potesse allontanarlo dal suo scopo.En: He feared that getting caught up in memories might distract him from his purpose.It: Ma c'era qualcosa nella voce di Giulia che lo fece riflettere.En: But there was something in Giulia's voice that made him think.It: L'opportunità di rivivere vecchi legami potrebbe non essere una distrazione, ma un ponte verso il suo passato.En: The opportunity to relive old bonds might not be a distraction but a bridge to his past.It: Durante la visita, un particolare dipinto catturò l'attenzione di Luca.En: During the visit, a particular painting captured Luca's attention.It: Era un'antica opera che raffigurava una scena di famiglia.En: It was an ancient work depicting a family scene.It: I volti erano pieni di vita e di storia.En: The faces were full of life and history.It: In quel momento, Luca capì che la sua storia personale era parte della storia che voleva raccontare nel libro.En: At that moment, Luca realized that his personal history was part of the story he wanted to tell in his book.It: "D'accordo, verrò alla cena," annunciò Luca con decisione.En: "Alright, I'll come to the dinner," Luca announced with determination.It: Giulia sorrise e Marco batté le mani con entusiasmo.En: Giulia smiled, and Marco clapped his hands with enthusiasm.It: Quella sera, la tavola era apparecchiata con piatti tipici e risate amichevoli riempivano l'aria.En: That evening, the table was set with typical dishes and friendly laughter filled the air.It: Luca si sentì a casa.En: Luca felt at home.It: Capì che il suo viaggio non era solo tra le sale d'arte, ma anche nel suo cuore.En: He understood that his journey wasn't just through the art galleries, but also within his heart.It: Mentre il cielo di Firenze si riempiva di stelle, Luca sapeva che aveva trovato ciò che cercava.En: As the Firenze sky filled with stars, Luca knew he had found what he was looking for.It: L'ispirazione per il suo libro era lì, nelle storie del passato, nelle amicizie ritrovate.En: The inspiration for his book was there, in the stories of the past, in the friendships renewed.It: Aveva ritrovato le sue radici e deciso di integrarle nel suo lavoro.En: He had found his roots and decided to incorporate them into his work.It: Con Giulia e Marco al suo fianco, Luca si sentì completo.En: With Giulia and Marco by his side, Luca felt complete.It: Aveva abbracciato ciò che era sempre stato davanti a lui: il legame indissolubile del proprio passato con il presente, pronto a scoprire nuove storie da raccontare.En: He had embraced what had always been in front of him: the indissoluble bond of his past with the present, ready to discover new stories to tell. Vocabulary Words:the corridor: il corridoiothe painting: il dipintoto illuminate: illuminarein search of: in cerca dithe root: la radiceto guide: guidarethe childhood: l'infanziathe curator: il curatore/la curatricethe wisdom: la saggezzathe nostalgia: la nostalgiato surprise: sorprenderethe emotion: l'emozionethe opportunity: l'opportunitàto distract: distrarrethe painting: il dipintothe scene: la scenathe face: il voltoto realize: realizzareto announce: annunciarethe determination: la determinazioneto set (a table): apparecchiarethe bond: il legamepersonal: personalethe story: la storiato incorporate: integrarethe laughter: la risatathe journey: il viaggioto embrace: abbracciareready: prontoto discover: scoprire

Chris Spangle launches a new series exploring the foundational ideas behind libertarianism. In this episode, he outlines eight core principles—individualism, individual rights, spontaneous order, limited government, free markets, the virtue of production, the natural harmony of interests, and peace. Chris reflects on how these ideas shape a free society and wrestles with the tensions between liberty, the common good, and his Christian worldview. ⁠https://youtu.be/K8VX7BW4UvY⁠ 00:00 Welcome & Series Overview 01:00 Chris Spangle's Background & Purpose 03:00 Why Libertarian Philosophy Matters 07:00 Rediscovering the Basics of Libertarianism 09:00 Core Ideas: Individualism Explained 13:00 Individual Rights & Natural Rights 17:00 Spontaneous Order & Hayek's Insight 19:00 Limited Government & Checks on Power 22:00 Free Markets: Voluntary Exchange & Prosperity 23:30 The Virtue of Production & Property Rights 24:30 Harmony of Interests: Cooperation over Conflict 25:30 The Importance of Peace 27:30 The Power and Impact of These Principles 29:00 No Perfect Ideology: Wrestling with Libertarianism 31:00 Conclusion & Call to Engagement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rediscovering a Martin Luther King Jr. speech Black Authors Audiobooks Podcast - Black Lives Content Black History | Black Ethics | Black Power Black Authors Audiobooks Podcast Uploads Audiobooks and Lectures By The Best Black Authors In Audio Format To Download. All Authors Wrote Stories From Their REAL Life, Not Fiction. We also added Martin Luther King Speeches, Insights and Historical Background to the Podcast. Please Download and Share the Martin Luther King Speeches. X X X X please support with 2$ or 8$ per month we try to stay alive and pay for the content to remain online

In our constantly connected world, the lines between technology and human experience have become increasingly blurred. Join Colin Corby, CEO of Technology Wellbeing Ltd and TEDx speaker, as he shares his pioneering insights on the importance of digital detoxing and reclaiming our humanity.

For many of us, food is one of life's great pleasures. But what happens when that joy gets taken away, and can we get it back?When Mallary Tenore Tarpley lost her mother at eleven years old, she wanted to stop time. If growing up meant living without her mom, then she wanted to stay little forever. What started as small acts of food restriction soon turned into a full-blown eating disorder.Mallary shares her story in a powerful new memoir titled Slip: Life in the Middle of Eating Disorder Recovery. The book blends Mallary's own compelling story with her research about eating disorders. Mallary teaches journalism at the University of Texas at Austin. Before that, she spent 10 years living in Florida, including working at the Tampa Bay Times, where she and Dalia were both cub reporters. Dalia recently caught up with Mallary to discuss the book.Mallary will return to the Sunshine State on her book SLIP tour. Catch her on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025, at Tombolo Books in St. Petersburg, in conversation with the city's poet laureate, Gloria Muñoz.Related episodes:Dietitian Deanna Wolfe on Wellness Trends, Disordered Eating and Finding Food FreedomFor Pastry Chef Shayla “Chez Shay” Daniels, Life Is BittersweetWUSF's Lisa Peakes on Her Love of Radio, Fitness & Why She's Kept a Food Diary for 20 Years

Colm O'Brien, general manager of L'Auberge de Sedona, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report about the renovation of this boutique Arizona resort, which just joined Small Luxury Hotels of the World. From newly renovated rooms to Creekside restaurants, this is the perfect retreat for couples interested in natural surroundings and the spectacular setting of Sedona. For more information, visit www.lauberge.com.  All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel  (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.  

Imelda Almqvist is an international teacher of Sacred Art and Seiðr/Old Norse Traditions (the ancestral wisdom teachings of Northern Europe). ⁠She has her own Forest School in Sweden, in a remote place where the Forest Meets the Sea and where wolves (sometimes) howl at night. Imelda appears in a TV program, titled Ice Age Shaman, made for the Smithsonian Museum, in the series Mystic Britain, talking about Mesolithic arctic deer shamanism. She has also presented her work on Sounds True and The Shift Network.  Her five non-fiction books include:

For many of us, food is one of life's great pleasures. But what happens when that joy gets taken away, and can we get it back?When Mallary Tenore Tarpley lost her mother at eleven years old, she wanted to stop time. If growing up meant living without her mom, then she wanted to stay little forever. What started as small acts of food restriction soon turned into a full-blown eating disorder.Mallary shares her story in a powerful new memoir titled Slip: Life in the Middle of Eating Disorder Recovery. The book blends Mallary's own compelling story with her research about eating disorders. Mallary teaches journalism at the University of Texas at Austin. Before that, she spent 10 years living in Florida, including working at the Tampa Bay Times, where she and Dalia were both cub reporters. Dalia recently caught up with Mallary to discuss the book.Mallary will return to the Sunshine State on her book SLIP tour. Catch her on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025, at Tombolo Books in St. Petersburg, in conversation with the city's poet laureate, Gloria Muñoz.Related episodes:Dietitian Deanna Wolfe on Wellness Trends, Disordered Eating and Finding Food FreedomFor Pastry Chef Shayla “Chez Shay” Daniels, Life Is BittersweetWUSF's Lisa Peakes on Her Love of Radio, Fitness & Why She's Kept a Food Diary for 20 Years

In this episode, the hosts interview Wayne Byrne, the author of 'You Can't Kill the Boogeyman,' a book about the Halloween movie franchise. Wayne discusses the inspiration behind choosing Halloween as the subject, his personal connection to the films, and the extensive research involved. He highlights the unique contributions of various filmmakers and artists in the franchise, the impact of Halloween on his life, and the evolving cultural significance of the movies. The conversation also touches on Wayne's upcoming projects and his experiences within the film industry. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement 00:21 Discussing the Book Release 01:26 Wayne Byrne's Writing Journey 03:54 Early Memories of Halloween 05:56 The Influence of Halloween on Wayne's Career 07:42 Research and Interviews for the Book 09:27 Synthesizers and Film Music Evolution 12:15 Halloween Franchise and Filmmaking Insights 23:58 Balancing Affection and Analysis 31:12 Rediscovering the Halloween Movies 32:30 Zombie Movies and Filmmaking Challenges 33:12 Revisiting and Appreciating Horror Films 34:13 Insights from Filmmakers and Cinematographers 35:22 Rob Zombie's Halloween: A Dark Masterpiece 37:45 The Evolution and Nostalgia of the Halloween Franchise 41:04 Personal Reflections on Horror and Filmmaking 47:06 Upcoming Projects and Future Plans 52:26 Concluding Thoughts and Final Remarks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's Encore Episode, Scott Redd and Tommy Keene talk with Dr. Michael Horton about the Holy Spirit. Dr. Horton is the J. Gresham Machen Professor of Systematic Theology and Apologetics at Westminster Seminary California, and a guest lecturer at the RTS Washington campus. Have you considered taking a class with us during the upcoming academic year? Explore our degree programs and find one that's right for you: www.rts.edu/washington. Email admissions.washington@rts.edu to get started. Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/rts.washington/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/RTSWashingtonDC X: x.com/rtswashington

Happiness starts at home and Gretchen Rubin's here to prove it. The 7x best-selling author joins Deanna Yates to explore the connection between clutter and happiness, building habits that stick, and how knowing your personality can help you create a home that supports your well-being. It's a practical and uplifting conversation for anyone ready to live lighter and happier. **************** Resources Mentioned (some may be affiliate links - thanks for supporting the show at no extra cost to you): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get my children's book: Lenora and Her Super Duper Messy Room⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get all the links and resources at wannabeclutterfree.com/266⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Gretchen Rubin ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gretchen's Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Podcast⁠ Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ **************** Your home holds the key to your happiness and 7x best-selling author, Gretchen Rubin, is here to show us why. In this episode, host Deanna Yates talks with happiness expert Gretchen Rubin for a down-to-earth conversation about how the things in our homes affect how we feel, think, and live. They dive into the deeper connection between outer order and inner calm, why it's not about having a perfect home but a supportive one, and how to create better habits using your own personality type, not someone else's system. You'll also hear about Gretchen's Secrets of Adulthood, her fresh take on small wins, sensory delight, emotional clutter, and her favorite tip for dealing with all the little things kids bring home. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your stuff or unsure where to start, this episode will help you rethink how to create a home that truly supports your happiness.

In this episode, Devan and Kelsey sit down with Sarah MacFarland, the powerhouse owner behind Chrissy Beans, a beloved bakery and café with locations in Sackets Harbor and Watertown, NY. Sarah shares her inspiring journey from working at Chrissy Beans as a teenager to unexpectedly becoming its owner years later during the height of the pandemic.From bold business moves to balancing motherhood, marriage, and mental health, Sarah opens up about:How a spontaneous "yes" (and a job layoff) led her into entrepreneurshipThe evolution from small-town barista to small-business ownerBuilding community through coffee, crafts, and open mic nightsHer unexpected transition from corporate life to café cultureCultivating a team-first, supportive staff cultureLosing pieces of herself in the process—and the work of reclaiming her identityPlus, we talk about the importance of solitude, the power of self-awareness, and why it's okay to want more—even when everything looks perfect on paper.Hot Topics We Covered:Growing a local brand while raising a familyCreating safe, inclusive spaces in small townsWhy peer-to-peer feedback and non-hierarchical leadership matterThat one sandwich that changed Devan's life (hint: apples included)Self-worth, burnout, and the myth of “having it all together”Flash Round Highlights:Guilty pleasure? True crime.Favorite hype song? "Unstoppable" by Sia.Bucket list? A mother-daughter trip to Woodstock.Quote she lives by? “Fresh air and sunshine.”Special Mentions & Shoutouts:Weekly and monthly events at Chrissy Beans: Trivia Nights, Craft Meetups, and Open Mic TuesdaysThe upcoming Elevate Summit in Watertown (November 7–9, 2025)Visit Chrissy Beans:Sackets Harbor: Next to the post officeWatertown: Washington Street, in the plazaFollow Chrissy Beans for event updates:Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteWant more raw, real conversations like this one?Make sure you're subscribed to Two Besties with a Mic. Leave us a review, tag us in your stories, and tell us what resonated most with you from this episode.

Pastors Ben and Tony introduce us to a more positive masculinity

Galen is one of the few guests I've met in real life when he came, briefly, to London and I caught up with him in at a pub in Islington for a drink and a chat. As one of my older guests, in his seventies, I enjoy hearing his unique perspective about sexuality, informed by his decades of experience working with clients especially around kink and sexual shame. As an aside, he cites himself on his website as the inventor of the sex swing!He's also a sex therapist, educator, and author of Decoding the Kink. Galen and I dove deep into a topic that I feel is so important for older adults, how embracing sexual authenticity and exploring kink can transform intimacy, especially as we navigate the changes that come with ageing.We talked about how kink is often misunderstood and stigmatised, but how it can open up new avenues for connection and pleasure, even when traditional notions of sex aren't working the way they used to. Galen introduced me to the concept of the "personal erotic myth," a unique aspect of our sexuality that's as individual as a fingerprint. He shared practical advice on how couples can start exploring these aspects together and even how to gently introduce these conversations to a partner when it feels scary or vulnerable.Galen also opened up about his own journey to living his truest sexual self, which started later in life after years of hiding his desires. His story is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to reclaim your sexuality.This is such an inspiring and hopeful conversation for anyone over 50 who feels like they've missed their opportunity to explore their desires. Trust me, you haven't! This stage of life is full of possibility, and I hope this episode gives you the encouragement to start your own journey.00:00 Introduction and Context01:48 The Role of Kink in Later Life08:42 Overcoming Shame and Fear14:16 Pathways to Sexual Authenticity18:05 The Importance of Connection25:10 Embracing Sexuality at Any Age27:46 Final Thoughts and AdviceYou can discover more about Galen via his website: https://galenfous.com/about/Galen's book, “Decoding Your Kink: Guide to Explore Share and Enjoy Your Wildest Sexual Desires” is available via Amazon here.This week marked a significant milestone for me: I reached 90 paid subscribers and was featured on the front page of one of the UK's best-selling newspapers, the Sunday Mirror.I am deeply grateful to each and every one of you who has chosen to subscribe to my Substack. As a token of appreciation, you should have received a downloadable copy of my 32-page book, Sex Toys & Supplements for Thriving in Later Life. If you haven't received it, please let me know, and I'll ensure it's emailed to you right away.As a reminder, paid subscribers enjoy exclusive benefits, including:* Sex Toys & Supplements for Thriving in Later Life (digital book).* My weekly podcast, delivered straight to your inbox.* An exclusive paywalled post each week—often something intimate, like a real-life story, a sex toy review, or any topic I feel inspired to share!* Access to my private chat room, where we can connect and discuss topics in a safe space.Subscriptions are just £6.99 per month or £49.99 per year. Your support allows me to dedicate more time to interviewing some of the world's leading experts on sex, relationships, and dating in later life.Thank you for helping me keep this show on the road! Get full access to Sex Advice for Seniors at www.sexadviceforseniors.com/subscribe

As time hurtles by at lighting pace, there is scarcely a second to take stock and breathe. Across the world, work seems increasingly harried and fraught and it's taking its toll on engagement and organisational performance. In this episode, Dom, Jen and Cat talk with Megan Reitz and John Higgins about their most recent research report, Permission to pause: Rediscovering spaciousness at work. They look at what it is, and why it's a business-critical issue. Against a rising tide of stress anxiety and burnout, spaciousness is the one permission we should all be granting ourselves, not least if we stand any chance of resolving society's most pressing challenges. To find out more go to www.johnhigginsresearch.com, www.radicalod.org, and www.meganreitz.com   About Megan Reitz Megan is Associate Fellow at Saïd Business School, Oxford University and Adjunct Professor of Leadership and Dialogue at Hult International Business School. She focuses on how we create the conditions for transformative dialogue at work and her research is at the intersection of leadership, change, dialogue and mindfulness. She is on the Thinkers50 ranking of global business thinkers and is ranked in HR Magazine's Most Influential Thinkers listing. Megan has written a number of books, most recently Speak Out, Listen Up which is the second edition of her bestselling book Speak Up, with Financial Times Publishing. Speak Up was shortlisted for the CMI Management Book of the Year 2020. Megan is a contributor to Harvard Business Review and MIT Sloan Management Review. She has presented her research on the BBC and CNBC. Her TED talk on the topic of employee activism has been viewed more than one and a half million times. She is mother to two wonderful teenage daughters who test her regularly on her powers of mindfulness and dialogue.   Find Megan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganreitz/ Megan's website: https://www.meganreitz.com/   About John Higgins John is a widely published researcher and author who for many years has been exploring, with Megan Reitz, what it takes for truth to be spoken to power at work – and how this shapes workplace activism. Their work has appeared in the Harvard Business Review, Sloan Management Review and the European Business Review – and on various public platforms, from Radio 4's ‘The Bottom Line' to Brene Brown's ‘Dare to Lead' podcast. For the last year and a half, John and Megan have been looking at the concept of spaciousness, and what it takes for organisations to marry a more spacious mode to enrich an over-focus on tasks and busy doing. Alongside this John has written two books, alongside Mark Cole, which critique the taken for granted assumptions about what counts as good organisational management and leadership. John's website: http://www.johnhigginsresearch.com   The report: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/597729cbcf81e0f87c7f6c61/t/677b9b9a26a22a7351dce717/1736154022120/SpaciousnessREPORT_90pp_FULL.pdf Articles: https://sloanreview.mit.edu/article/create-mental-space-to-be-a-wiser-leader/ https://hbr.org/2025/02/how-to-give-yourself-more-space-to-think  

Kristen Domke: Military Mental Health is Broken  | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this deeply emotional and brutally honest episode of the Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Kristen Domke—an Air Force veteran, personal trainer, and survivor—whose life story is nothing short of extraordinary. Kristen opens up about the emotional toll of serving in the military, including multiple deployments, witnessing unimaginable trauma, surviving military sexual assault, and battling intense mental health struggles that led to multiple suicide attempts. Her story is one of heartbreak, resilience, and redemption. After years of numbing pain through alcohol, losing her identity as a military police officer, and feeling completely alone, Kristen finally reached a breaking point—and then, miraculously, a breakthrough. Through intensive treatment, therapy, a renewed connection with faith, and the support of a recovery community, Kristen found the strength to rebuild her life and start healing from the inside out. She talks candidly about how hard it was to ask for help, what recovery really means beyond just sobriety, and how fitness, faith, and setting boundaries helped her find purpose again.#thehopeaholics #redemption #recovery #AlcoholAddiction #AddictionRecovery #wedorecover  #SobrietyJourney #MyStory #RecoveryIsPossible #Hope #wedorecover Join our patreon to get access to an EXTRA EPISODE every week of ‘Off the Record', exclusive content, a thriving recovery community, and opportunities to be featured on the podcast. https://patreon.com/TheHopeaholics Go to www.Wolfpak.com today and support our sponsors. Don't forget to use code: HOPEAHOLICS for 10% off!Follow the Hopeaholics on our Socials:https://www.instagram.com/thehopeaholics https://linktr.ee/thehopeaholicsBuy Merch: https://thehopeaholics.myshopify.comVisit our Treatment Centers: https://www.hopebythesea.comIf you or a loved one needs help, please call or text 949-615-8588. We have the resources to treat mental health and addiction. Sponsored by the Infiniti Group LLC:https://www.infinitigroupllc.com Timestamps:00:02:59 - Joining the Air Force at 19 After College Struggles00:04:09 - Serving as Security for President Obama in Africa00:07:57 - Advocating for Herself in Mental Health Treatment00:09:34 - Facing Family Loss and Addiction Challenges in Ohio00:18:36 - Retraining as a Physical Therapy Assistant00:24:38 - Achieving Sobriety at Behavioral Health Facility00:27:30 - Embracing Recovery and Advocacy Through Faith00:28:44 - Finding Strength in a Supportive Faith Community00:32:08 - Working with a Direct Sponsor for Accountability00:35:58 - Processing Trauma Through EMDR Therapy00:50:43 - Turning Pain into Purpose to Help Others00:58:03 - Rediscovering the Will to Live in Recovery01:06:33 - Celebrating Four Months Sober on March 20, 202501:10:59 - Planning a New Business Venture Post-Military

Are you standing at a crossroads in your child care journey—unsure whether to grow, sell, or just stay the course? Then you won't want to miss this heartfelt and inspiring episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast. Join hosts Brian and Carol Duprey as they welcome back Rigoberto and Carmen Leal, a dynamic husband-and-wife duo who transformed their crossroads moment into a launching pad for renewed passion, legacy-building, and business growth.   Tune in to hear the Leal's story—from their early days in finance and car dealerships to their first challenging child care acquisition, all the way to being named Child Care Genius University Owners of the Year. In this candid conversation, they share how a pivotal moment—and the right coaching—helped them rediscover their excitement for the business and embrace the opportunity to work alongside their adult children. Now, instead of retiring, they're planning schools four and five.   Listen in as Rigoberto  and Carmen open up about the ups and downs of working with your spouse, the lessons learned from tough beginnings, and what it really takes to build a multi-generational business. Their honesty, humility, and gratitude shine through, offering powerful encouragement to anyone who feels stuck or uncertain about what's next.   Whether you're new to child care or have been in it for decades, this episode is a must-hear reminder that with the right support, the best is always yet to come.     Mentioned in this episode:   GET TICKETS to the Child Care Genius LEVERAGE Conference!   Need help with your child care marketing? Reach out! At Child Care Genius Marketing we offer website development, hosting, and security, Google Ads creation and management, done for you social media content and ads management. If you'd rather do it yourself, we also have the Genius Box, which is a monthly subscription chock full of social media & blog content, as well as a new monthly lead magnet every month! Learn more at Child Care Genius Marketing. Schedule a no obligation call to learn more about how we can partner together to ignite your marketing efforts. If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university     Connect with us:  Child Care Genius Website Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook    Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources

In this powerful episode of LightBody Radio, Dr. Lara May sits down with Joe Sherman, MD — a pediatrician with over 35 years of experience and now a transformational coach and consultant for physicians and healthcare organizations. Joe shares his deeply personal journey of facing burnout while serving underserved and medically complex children across the U.S. and abroad, including in Uganda and Bolivia. After stepping away from clinical practice, Joe embarked on a transformative path of self-discovery that led him to reclaim his authentic voice and redefine his purpose. Now a Master Certified Physician Development Coach and a trained facilitator with the Center for Courage and Renewal, Joe is dedicated to helping other physicians navigate career transitions, leadership development, and provider well-being. Whether you're a healthcare professional, leader, or someone seeking meaningful career alignment, this episode offers rich insight into healing, purpose, and how to build a sustainable life in service. © Light Body Radio-Podcast, 2025. All rights reserved. This podcast features background music by ScottHolmes Music. We have obtained the necessary licenses for the use of this music. Our license was renewed on May 7, 2024, and we have been using ScottHolmes Music since 2017. Unauthorized use or distribution of this podcast, including but not limited to the background music, is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action. For more information or to request permissions, please contact scott@scottholmesmusic.com.

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Unfolding Stories: Rediscovering Friendship in a Tea House Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-08-05-22-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 北京一家热闹的茶馆里，阳光透过竹帘洒在抛光的木桌上。En: In a bustling tea house in Beijing, sunlight filtered through bamboo blinds, casting patterns on polished wooden tables.Zh: 茶香在空气中弥漫，人声鼎沸。En: The fragrance of tea filled the air, and the chatter of voices was lively.Zh: 这里，尘世的喧嚣与茶馆里的宁静形成鲜明对比。En: Here, the clamor of the world outside contrasted sharply with the tranquility inside the tea house.Zh: 连，一个创业者，坐在角落的桌边。En: Lian, an entrepreneur, sat at a corner table.Zh: 她经营着一家小型科技公司，却时常想起无忧无虑的大学时光。En: She ran a small tech company but often reminisced about her carefree university days.Zh: 今天，她心中有些期待又有些不安，因为她即将与旧友相聚。En: Today, she felt a mix of anticipation and unease because she was about to reunite with old friends.Zh: 很快，芝推门而入。En: Soon, Zhi pushed the door open.Zh: 她是位成功的建筑师，刚从国外回来。En: She was a successful architect, having just returned from abroad.Zh: 芝对重聚有些犹豫，担心多年不见的朋友是否还能像以前一样无话不谈。En: Zhi felt a bit hesitant about the reunion, wondering if friends long unseen could still talk as freely as before.Zh: 两人互相打了招呼，开始闲聊。En: The two greeted each other and started to chat.Zh: 这时，美也来了。En: At this moment, Mei also arrived.Zh: 她是一个全职父母，生活中被家庭琐事包围，和事业有成的朋友们相比，总感到一丝格格不入。En: She was a full-time parent, surrounded by family matters, and felt somewhat out of place compared to her accomplished friends.Zh: 坐在一起，三个人有些拘谨。En: Sitting together, the three felt a bit reserved.Zh: 茶水端上来，氤氲的热气如往事般升腾，时光仿佛倒流。En: As the tea was served, the rising steam seemed to bring back memories, and time seemed to rewind.Zh: 连想 rekindle 她们之间的友谊，她却在心中暗自忐忑：他们之间是不是已经走得太远了？En: Lian wanted to rekindle the friendship between them, but she was secretly anxious: Had they drifted apart too far?Zh: 忽然，连放下了茶杯。En: Suddenly, Lian put down her teacup.Zh: 她决定说出自己近期面临的艰辛。En: She decided to share the hardships she had recently faced.Zh: 创业压力大，常常让她力不从心。En: The pressures of entrepreneurship often left her feeling overwhelmed.Zh: 她希望用坦诚打破沉默，为真正的交流打开一扇窗。En: She hoped that honesty could break the silence and open a window for genuine communication.Zh: 连的分享让芝和美都沉默了片刻，茶馆的喧闹似乎也安静下来。En: Lian's sharing left Zhi and Mei silent for a moment, and even the noise of the tea house seemed to quiet down.Zh: 随后，美也打开心扉，诉说着她对家庭与事业无法平衡的烦恼。En: Then, Mei opened up, expressing her struggles to balance family and career.Zh: 芝心中牵动，她也坦言归国的焦虑与期待。En: Zhi was moved, and she too confessed her anxieties and expectations about returning home.Zh: 然而，谈话逐渐转向她们不同生活道路选择上的分歧。En: However, the conversation gradually shifted to their disagreements about the different life paths they had chosen.Zh: 三人间的气氛一时间紧张起来。她们激烈地争论着，过去的温暖似乎被各自的分歧冲淡。En: The atmosphere among the three became tense for a while, as they argued heatedly, and the warmth of the past seemed diluted by their differences.Zh: 就在争执达到顶点时，连冷静地说："我们不必是一样的。每个人都有自己的路。"En: Just as the argument reached its peak, Lian calmly said, "We don't have to be the same. Everyone has their own path."Zh: 她的话让大家冷静下来，彼此对视，心中充满理解。En: Her words brought a sense of calm, and they looked at each other with understanding.Zh: 三人相视而笑，重拾起失去的友情。En: The three smiled at each other, reclaiming their lost friendship.Zh: 美握住连的手，说无论生活将她们带往何处，友谊始终是最珍贵的。En: Mei held Lian's hand and said that no matter where life takes them, their friendship would always be the most precious.Zh: 她们在茶馆里坐了很久，从过去聊到现在，再展望未来。En: They sat in the tea house for a long time, chatting from the past to the present, and then looking forward to the future.Zh: 连这时明白了，过去已逝，重要的是珍惜当下。En: Lian realized that the past is gone, and what matters is cherishing the present.Zh: 而无论再怎么改变，她与芝和美的友谊会更为坚定。En: No matter how things change, her friendship with Zhi and Mei would only grow stronger.Zh: 阳光填满茶馆，增添了几分温暖。En: Sunlight filled the tea house, adding warmth.Zh: 连走出茶馆时，心中对于怀旧的情感已转变为对未来的期待，朋友们的陪伴让她不再感到孤单。En: As Lian left the tea house, her nostalgia had transformed into an anticipation for the future, and the companionship of her friends made her feel less alone.Zh: 茶馆一如既往地热闹，而她的心却因此更加宁静。En: The tea house remained as lively as ever, yet her heart was all the more peaceful for it. Vocabulary Words:bustling: 热闹filtered: 透过fragrance: 茶香clamor: 喧嚣tranquility: 宁静entrepreneur: 创业者reminisce: 想起anticipation: 期待unease: 不安reunite: 相聚hesitant: 犹豫confessed: 坦言anxieties: 焦虑expectations: 期待rekindle: 恢复anxious: 忐忑overwhelmed: 力不从心genuine: 真正harmony: 和谐struggles: 烦恼vulnerable: 脆弱disagree: 分歧heatedly: 激烈地diluted: 冲淡calm: 冷静understanding: 理解cherishing: 珍惜companionship: 陪伴nostalgia: 怀旧peaceful: 宁静

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Episode 1: Rediscovering yourself while raising othersRelebogile Mabotja speaks to seasoned sports broadcaster on 947 and 702, and a proud mom to teenagers, Cindy Poluta about reclaiming your sense of self. giving yourself space and time while raising strong kids and knowing that rediscovery is part of the motherhood journey.702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. Thank you for listening to a 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja podcast. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 13:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) to Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/2qKsEfu or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/DTykncj Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sponsored by Freedom Federal Credit Union In this heartfelt and transformative episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Dr. Mark Hicks—counselor, minister, and author—shares the five essential components of love from his new book Learning Love. He unpacks how love is more than a feeling—it's a skill we must learn and practice. Whether you're healing from heartbreak, navigating family dysfunction, or simply seeking deeper connections, Dr. Hicks offers practical tools and emotional insights to help you build relationships that truly matter. Guest Bio:  Dr. Mark Hicks is a counselor, minister, speaker, and the author of Learning Love: Building a Life That Matters and Healthy Relationships That Last. With a background in ministry, therapy, and personal experience navigating both healthy and toxic relationships, Dr. Hicks is passionate about teaching love as a learnable skill. He hosts the Learning Love Podcast and recently launched the Learning Love Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting relational health through education and workshops. Main Topics: ·         Why love is not just a feeling but a learnable skill·         The 5 core components of love: Grief, Emotion, Practicality, Acceptance, and Passion·         How grief is essential to keeping our hearts open after pain·         The connection between emotional expression and healthy relationships·         Setting boundaries and knowing when to end toxic relationships·         Loving yourself as the foundation to loving others·         Rediscovering joy and fun in your relationships·         Breaking free from dysfunctional family patterns·         The stigma around therapy and why everyone needs help·         Loving God and understanding your divine value Resources mentioned: ·         Mark's Website: https://markahicks.com/·         Episode Sponsor: Harford County Chamber of Commerce·         Supporter: Real Life Prosthetics·         SupportSend us a textFreedom Federal Credit UnionHELPING YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL DREAMSDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

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This week, Yasmin dives into the fascinating topic of life's cosmic cycles with Jungian analyst and astrologer Alejo Lopez. We all know about the Saturn return, but did you know there are other powerful astrological milestones - like the nodal return and Uranus opposition - that mark key turning points in our lives?Alejo explains how these transits can spark awakenings, push us to realign with our true calling, and help us understand where we're meant to go next. Together, Yasmin and Alejo explore what it means to face your “soul's report card,” why our late 30s can feel like a spiritual crossroads, and how to navigate the midlife transitions that test and transform us.This episode is for anyone approaching their first or second Saturn return, riding the waves of midlife, or reflecting on their soul's purpose - it's a heartfelt reminder that every cycle has a gift.Find Alejo's workshop on life cycles here Get access to Yasmin's free workshop to FINISH 2025 STRONGGet the FREE PDF all about the upcoming astrology: I'm super excited to be hosting a workshop at the Omega centre in NY in August! Go to www.moonmessages.com/omega for more info! Join the Mainly Moonology inner circle: https://moonmessages.com/magical––Follow Yasmin on socials:✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasminbolandmoonology ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/––Mainly Moonology is a podcast for people looking to manifest their dream life leveraging the power of the moon. Tune in each week for accessible moon teachings, weekly readings, discussions about the Law of Attraction, and everything in between! Follow us for more.

In this kickoff message to our new series, Rediscovering Jesus: Following His Radically Ordinary Ways, Pastor Ben Trolese invites us to revisit the core of Jesus' calling—His simple but life-changing invitation: “Follow Me”. This message marks the start of our August Month of Prayer and Feasting, a time where we lean into united 24/7 prayer, campus prayer walls, and shared meals as a church family. Together, we're praying for prodigals to return and for people to experience the radical love of Christ. Pastor Ben unpacks how Jesus' original call to follow Him wasn't just about belief—it was a call to apprenticeship, transformation, and surrender. Through scripture, personal stories, and honest reflection, we're challenged to consider what (or who) we are following, what's holding us back, and what it truly means to live like Jesus in a world that often misunderstands Him. Whether you're exploring faith, feeling distant, or ready to go deeper, Jesus' invitation is for you—just as you are.

This week, Yasmin dives into the fascinating topic of life's cosmic cycles with Jungian analyst and astrologer Alejo Lopez. We all know about the Saturn return, but did you know there are other powerful astrological milestones - like the nodal return and Uranus opposition - that mark key turning points in our lives?Alejo explains how these transits can spark awakenings, push us to realign with our true calling, and help us understand where we're meant to go next. Together, Yasmin and Alejo explore what it means to face your “soul's report card,” why our late 30s can feel like a spiritual crossroads, and how to navigate the midlife transitions that test and transform us.This episode is for anyone approaching their first or second Saturn return, riding the waves of midlife, or reflecting on their soul's purpose - it's a heartfelt reminder that every cycle has a gift.Find Alejo's workshop on life cycles here Get access to Yasmin's free workshop to FINISH 2025 STRONGGet the FREE PDF all about the upcoming astrology: I'm super excited to be hosting a workshop at the Omega centre in NY in August! Go to www.moonmessages.com/omega for more info! Join the Mainly Moonology inner circle: https://moonmessages.com/magical––Follow Yasmin on socials:✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasminbolandmoonology ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/––Mainly Moonology is a podcast for people looking to manifest their dream life leveraging the power of the moon. Tune in each week for accessible moon teachings, weekly readings, discussions about the Law of Attraction, and everything in between! Follow us for more.

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Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Rediscovering Trust: A Rainy Morning in Varanasi Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-07-31-22-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: वाराणसी के मशहूर मंदिर के प्रांगण में सुबह की धूप मोती की तरह चमक रही थी।En: In the courtyard of the famous temple in Varanasi, the morning sunlight was sparkling like pearls.Hi: चारों तरफ से गंगा की बहती धारा के बीच आस्था का माहौल था।En: All around, amidst the flowing stream of the Ganga, there was an atmosphere of devotion.Hi: अचानक बादल घिर आए और बारिश होने लगी।En: Suddenly, clouds gathered and it started to rain.Hi: बारिश में लोग तीव्रता से छतरियों के नीचे सिमट गए।En: In the rain, people quickly huddled under umbrellas.Hi: मीरा, जो एक सम्मानित महिला थी, मंदिर में पूजा करने गई थी।En: Meera, a respected woman, had gone to the temple to pray.Hi: उसके गले में उसके दादी का आशीर्वाद दिया हुआ नेकलेस था, जो पीढ़ियों से उनके परिवार की विरासत का प्रतीक था।En: Around her neck was a necklace blessed by her grandmother, which symbolized her family's heritage for generations.Hi: परंतु, भीड़ के बीच वह नेकलेस गायब हो गया।En: However, amid the crowd, that necklace disappeared.Hi: मीरा हैरान हो गई।En: Meera was astonished.Hi: उसके दिल ने धड़कना बढ़ा दिया।En: Her heart began to race.Hi: उसने तुरंत अपने दोस्तों आरव और कबीर को यह बात बताई।En: She immediately shared the incident with her friends Aarav and Kabir.Hi: आरव एक सतर्क और दृढ़ युवक था।En: Aarav was a vigilant and determined young man.Hi: वह बचपन से ही मीरा के साथ बड़ा हुआ था और उससे गहरे प्रभावित था।En: He had grown up with Meera since childhood and was deeply influenced by her.Hi: यह मौका आरव के लिए था, उसके दिल की भावनाओं को साबित करने का।En: This was an opportunity for Aarav to prove his feelings for her.Hi: कबीर, जो परम्परागत मान्यताओं पर शक करता था, बावजूद इसके, उसने अपने दोस्तों की मदद करने का निर्णय लिया।En: Kabir, who was skeptical about traditional beliefs, nonetheless decided to help his friends.Hi: मंदिर की भीड़ में आरव ने कबीर से हाथ मिलाया।En: In the crowded temple, Aarav shook hands with Kabir.Hi: कबीर ने उसे सुझाव दिया कि वे हर किसी से उनके इरादों के बारे में पूछें ताकि कोई संदेहास्पद व्यक्ति पहचाना जा सके।En: Kabir suggested that they ask everyone about their intentions so that any suspicious person could be identified.Hi: बारिश तेज हो रही थी।En: The rain was intensifying.Hi: लोग इधर-उधर दौड़ने लगे।En: People began to run here and there.Hi: उस बीच, आरव ने देखा कि एक छोटा बच्चा मंदिर के गलियारे में भाग रहा था।En: Amidst this, Aarav noticed a small child running in the temple corridor.Hi: उसकी गतिविधियाँ संदिग्ध थीं।En: His actions were suspicious.Hi: आरव और कबीर उसके पास गए और उससे पूछताछ की।En: Aarav and Kabir approached him and interrogated him.Hi: बच्चे ने थोड़ी झिझक के बाद माना कि वह और उसके दोस्त खेल-खेल में नेकलेस उठा कर चले गए थे, यह समझते बिना कि उसका महत्व क्या है।En: After a bit of hesitation, the child admitted that he and his friends had picked up the necklace while playing, not understanding its significance.Hi: फिर, आरव, मीरा और कबीर उस बच्चे के साथ उसके दोस्त के पास चले गए।En: Then, Aarav, Meera, and Kabir went with the child to his friend's place.Hi: वहां, वे मुस्कान के साथ नेकलेस पाकर राहत महसूस करने लगे।En: There, they felt relieved upon receiving the necklace with smiles.Hi: मीरा का गुस्सा जल्द ही खुशी में बदल गया।En: Meera's anger soon turned to happiness.Hi: उसने नेकलेस वापस गले में पहना और आरव की ओर देखने लगी।En: She wore the necklace around her neck again and looked at Aarav.Hi: उसकी आँखों में अब आरव के लिए विशेष सम्मान था।En: There was now a special respect for him in her eyes.Hi: यह घटना आरव, मीरा और कबीर के बीच के बंधन को और गहरा कर गई।En: This incident further deepened the bond between Aarav, Meera, and Kabir.Hi: आरव ने आत्मविश्वास पाया और मीरा ने उसकी भावनाओं को समझना शुरु कर दिया।En: Aarav found confidence, and Meera began to understand his feelings.Hi: वहीं, कबीर का मन भी संस्कृति की मान्यताओं के प्रति सम्मान से भर गया।En: Meanwhile, Kabir's mind was also filled with respect for cultural beliefs.Hi: बारिश थम गई थी, लेकिन गंगा की लहरों के साथ बहा मीरा का विश्वास था, जो न केवल उसके नेकलेस को वापस पा चुका था, बल्कि उसके दोस्तों के प्यार और समर्थन को भी।En: The rain had stopped, but along with the waves of the Ganga, Meera's trust flowed, having not only regained her necklace but also her friends' love and support. Vocabulary Words:courtyard: प्रांगणsparkling: चमक रही थीhuddled: सिमट गएastonished: हैरानvigilant: सतर्कdetermined: दृढ़skeptical: शकintentions: इरादोंintensifying: तेज हो रही थीinterrogated: पूछताछhesitation: झिझकadmitted: मानाrelieved: राहतrespect: सम्मानbond: बंधनconfidence: आत्मविश्वासheritage: विरासतamidst: बीचdisappeared: गायबgathered: घिर आएintensifying: तीव्रता सेcorridor: गलियारेsignificance: महत्वdoubtfully: संदेहास्पदintentions: इरादोंhappiness: खुशीadmitted: मानाamid: बीचinterrogated: पूछताछemotions: भावनाओं

Sex gets better with age...if we let it! In this episode, DB sits down with her mom, badass OBGYN Dr. Rebecca Levy-Gantt, to talk all about sex and aging, They get into responsive desire, menopause, hormones, vaginal estrogen (gamechanger!), and why more women than ever are asking for what they want in the bedroom. Plus: how to talk to your doctor about your pleasure! GUEST DETAILSDr. Rebecca Levy-Gantt is an obstetrician and gynecologist who has been taking care of women of all ages for more than thirty years. She is on LinkedIn, and her practice website is Premierobgynnapa.com. ABOUT SEASON 12 Season 12 of Sex Ed with DB is ALL ABOUT PLEASURE! Solo pleasure. Partnered pleasure. Orgasms. Porn. Queer joy. Kinks, sex toys, fantasies—you name it. We're here to help you feel more informed, more empowered, and a whole lot more turned on to help YOU have the best sex. CONNECT WITH US Instagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdbTwitter: @sexedwithdb Threads: @sexedwithdbpodcast YouTube: Sex Ed with DB SEX ED WITH DB SEASON 12 SPONSORS Lion's Den, Uberlube, & Magic Wand Get discounts on all of DB's favorite things here! GET IN TOUCH Email: sexedwithdb@gmail.comSubscribe to our BRAND NEW newsletter for hot goss, expert advice, and *the* most salacious stories. FOR SEXUAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS Check out DB's workshop: "Building A Profitable Online Sexual Health Brand" ABOUT THE SHOW Sex Ed with DB is your go-to podcast for smart, science-backed sex education—delivering trusted insights from top experts on sex, sexuality, and pleasure. Empowering, inclusive, and grounded in real science, it's the sex ed you've always wanted. ASK AN ANONYMOUS SEX ED QUESTION Fill out our anonymous form to ask your sex ed question. SEASON 12 TEAM Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Danielle Bezalel (DB) (she/her) Producer: Sadie Lidji (she/her) Communications Lead: Cathren Cohen (she/her) Growth Marketing Manager: Wil Williams (they/them) MUSIC Intro theme music: Hook Sounds Background music: Bright State by Ketsa Ad music: Soul Sync by Ketsa and Soul Trap by Ketsa

If you think a great date night requires fancy restaurants, expensive babysitters, and a perfectly coordinated plan, think again. The best moments in marriage often happen during the simplest ones. That's why at home date night ideas are growing in popularity—not just because they're budget-friendly, but because they prioritize what really matters: connection. The post At Home Date Night: Rediscovering Intimacy Without Leaving the House appeared first on UNCOMMEN.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Sigrid's Renaissance: Rediscovering Art and Self in Oslo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-07-30-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Sigrid satt på en benk i Vigelandsparken.En: Sigrid sat on a bench in Vigelandsparken.No: Solen skinte ned på de imponerende skulpturene av Gustav Vigeland.En: The sun shone down on the impressive sculptures of Gustav Vigeland.No: Parken var full av mennesker, smilende familier og ivrige turister.En: The park was full of people, smiling families, and eager tourists.No: Sigrid trakk pusten dypt, lukket øynene og lot seg fylle av inspirasjon.En: Sigrid took a deep breath, closed her eyes, and let herself be filled with inspiration.No: Det hadde vært en lang tid borte fra jobb for Sigrid.En: It had been a long time away from work for Sigrid.No: Personlige grunner hadde ført til hennes fravær.En: Personal reasons had led to her absence.No: Nå skulle hun tilbake som kunstner.En: Now she was returning as an artist.No: Det var sommer, og Oslo var vakker.En: It was summer, and Oslo was beautiful.No: Men Sigrid var bekymret.En: But Sigrid was worried.No: Hva hadde hun gått glipp av mens hun var borte?En: What had she missed while she was away?No: Ville hun klare å finne sin plass igjen?En: Would she be able to find her place again?No: Leif, hennes kollega, hadde vært en stor støtte.En: Leif, her colleague, had been a great support.No: Han var flink, praktisk, og alltid klar til å hjelpe.En: He was skilled, practical, and always ready to help.No: "Ikke tenk for mye, Sigrid," sa Leif med et smil.En: "Don't think too much, Sigrid," said Leif with a smile.No: "Det er godt å ha deg tilbake.En: "It's good to have you back.No: Vi trenger din kreative synsvinkel.En: We need your creative perspective."No: "Sigrid nikket, men følelsen av uro forsvant ikke.En: Sigrid nodded, but the feeling of unease didn't go away.No: Hun hørte på Leif mens de gikk gjennom parken, blant de mange bronse- og granittfigurene.En: She listened to Leif as they walked through the park, among the many bronze and granite figures.No: Sammen diskuterte de detaljene om det nye prosjektet.En: Together they discussed the details of the new project.No: Tilbake på kontoret følte Sigrid seg som ny.En: Back at the office, Sigrid felt like new.No: Alt virket annerledes.En: Everything seemed different.No: Nye systemer, nye ansikter.En: New systems, new faces.No: Hun følte seg som en fremmed.En: She felt like a stranger.No: Leif la merke til hennes ubehag.En: Leif noticed her discomfort.No: Han foreslo at de skulle ta en pause i parken for å samle tankene.En: He suggested they take a break in the park to gather their thoughts.No: "Hva om du deler dine tanker med meg?En: "What if you share your thoughts with me?"No: " spurte Leif vennlig.En: asked Leif kindly.No: Sigrid nølte først, men hun visste hun trengte hjelp.En: Sigrid hesitated at first, but she knew she needed help.No: Sammen gikk de tilbake til Vigelandsparken, der tryggheten alltid ventet mellom trærne og statuene.En: Together they went back to Vigelandsparken, where safety always awaited between the trees and statues.No: Sigrid tok mot til seg og begynte å snakke om sine bekymringer.En: Sigrid gathered her courage and began to talk about her concerns.No: "Jeg er redd jeg har mistet det jeg hadde.En: "I'm afraid I've lost what I had.No: At jeg ikke lenger kan gi det samme som før.En: That I can no longer give what I used to."No: "Leif lyttet nøye.En: Leif listened carefully.No: "Din styrke har alltid vært din ærlighet og kreativitet.En: "Your strength has always been your honesty and creativity.No: Start der.En: Start there."No: "Dagen kom for prosjektpresentasjonen.En: The day came for the project presentation.No: Sigrid sto foran teamet.En: Sigrid stood in front of the team.No: Nervene knøt seg i magen hennes.En: Her nerves knotted in her stomach.No: Hun kunne enten bidra eller la tvilen ta over.En: She could either contribute or let the doubt take over.No: Leif ga henne et lite nikk, og hun bestemte seg for å snakke.En: Leif gave her a small nod, and she decided to speak.No: Ideene hennes fløt, og hun la frem sitt unike perspektiv med selvtillit.En: Her ideas flowed, and she presented her unique perspective with confidence.No: Teamet lyttet, nikket, og motet hennes vokste for hvert ord.En: The team listened, nodded, and her courage grew with every word.No: Da hun var ferdig, var responsen begeistret.En: When she finished, the response was enthusiastic.No: Leif klappet stolt.En: Leif clapped proudly.No: På vei ut av møtet takket hun Leif.En: On the way out of the meeting, she thanked Leif.No: "Du hjalp meg å finne min plass igjen.En: "You helped me find my place again."No: ""Du fant den selv," svarte Leif, med et smil som ikke kunne skjule stoltheten over hans kollega og venn.En: "You found it yourself," Leif replied, with a smile that could not hide the pride over his colleague and friend.No: Nå, stående i Vigelandsparken, følte Sigrid seg hel igjen.En: Now, standing in Vigelandsparken, Sigrid felt whole again.No: Hun hadde overvunnet frykten.En: She had overcome the fear.No: Midt i de storslåtte skulpturene som alltid hadde inspirert henne, visste hun at hun hørte hjemme der hun alltid hadde vært destinert: som en kunstner med en klar stemme.En: In the midst of the magnificent sculptures that had always inspired her, she knew she belonged where she had always been destined: as an artist with a clear voice. Vocabulary Words:bench: benkimpressive: imponerendesculptures: skulptureneeager: ivrigeabsence: fraværcolleague: kollegaunease: urodiscomfort: ubehaggather: samlecourage: motconcerns: bekymringerstrength: styrkehonesty: ærlighetperspective: synsvinkelnerves: nerverknotted: knøtdoubt: tvilenunique: unikeconfidence: selvtillitenthusiastic: begeistretproudly: stoltovercome: overvunnetmagnificent: storslåttedestined: destinertartist: kunstnervision: perspektivinhabitant: innbyggerrecognition: anerkjennelsepresentation: presentasjonfigures: figurene

I think we'd probably all agree that digital distraction is at an all time high. News from around the world is at our fingertips at a moment's notice. We get real-time updates on, well, everything. We can play any sort of game imaginable anywhere in the world and we can post our own thoughts and musings for anybody to see. Smartphones are truly an incredible innovation, but they come with a cost. Instead of engaging with the world right around us, we engage in a digital world filled with avatars and algorithms. Instead of looking up to God or out to the people directly in front of us, we look down into the screen of a metal rectangle. This past weekend at Saddleback, Pastor Darren Whitehead spoke on his book, The Digital Fast. Darren was kind enough to join this podcast to follow-up on his message. In this conversation we talk about how to fill the gaps in our time if not on our phones, spiritual practices and rhythms, reading the Bible, the difference between Australians and Americans, the calling of a generation to re-engage in the spiritual, and much more.Doable Discipleship is a Saddleback Church podcast produced and hosted by Jason Wieland. It premiered in 2017 and now offers more than 400 episodes. Episodes release every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app and on the Saddleback Church YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/saddleback).Resources Related to This Episode:https://www.thedigitalfast.com/Watch Darren at Saddleback: https://welcome.saddleback.com/watch/Subscribe to the Doable Discipleship podcast at Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doable-discipleship/id1240966935) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/1Zc9nuwQZOLadbFCZCmZ1V)Related Doable Discipleship Episodes: Falling in Love with Jesus with J.D. Lyonhart - https://youtu.be/4eIbcYXm288Choose to Move In - https://youtu.be/R53X8JG5QKUHow Your Identity Impacts Your Self-Esteem - https://youtu.be/mVjJUfr2T2EMusic, Story, and Experience with Luke Smallbone - https://youtu.be/6I-ayiHn7TwNavigating the Bible: Genesis - https://youtu.be/ddhjMfOoasALiving with Hope in the Midst of Struggle - https://youtu.be/99Nki49V0fI

Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationWelcome to our latest episode!Join host Bronson Hill and co-host Nate Hambrick, author of The 18 Laws of Leverage, on the Mailbox Money Show for an episode with Emily Cassel, host of Like Nobody's Business podcast and founder of Woman Up. Emily, a leadership coach for women, shares her journey from psychology and sustainable food systems to building a thriving coaching business since 2014. Discover her Infinite Upward Spiral framework for exponential growth, emphasizing mindset, passion, and surrounding yourself with high performers.Learn how to overcome societal pressures, untangle self-worth from wealth, and pursue what truly excites you. Emily discusses the power of masterminds, standing on the shoulders of giants, and embracing an infinite game mindset to avoid mediocrity.TIMESTAMPS01:58 - Emily's background: From psychology to coaching03:32 - Why not corporate? Building a business instead05:08 - Women in business: Beyond the “girl boss” stereotype07:18 - Starting early: Launching a coaching business in 201408:30 - Nate on leverage: Standing on giants' shoulders09:37 - The Miracle Morning: How books spark growth10:09 - Emily's path: Masterminds and coaching as catalysts12:22 - Getting in the room: The power of high-performing peers13:48 - Masterminds vs. coaching: Creating a growth culture17:18 - Infinite Upward Spiral: Exponential vs. incremental growth18:26 - Infinite game mindset: Focusing on the journey22:16 - Wealth mindset: Overcoming self-worth and money blocks24:22 - Women and wealth: Navigating relational dynamics26:57 - Passion as fuel: Indicator for what to pursue30:26 - Rediscovering purpose: Moving beyond empty goals32:06 - Creating a fertile ecosystem for growth35:00 - Igniting the spark: Embodying a different way37:00 - Connect with Emily: Podcast and coaching details38:14 - Takeaways: Mindset, masterminds, and passionConnect with the Guest:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyinyourbusiness/Email: emily@wmnup.coLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilycassel/Podcast: https://www.wmnup.co/podcast (And all major platforms)#MindsetMatters#InfiniteUpwardSpiral#WomenInBusiness#FinancialFreedom#Masterminds#PassionDriven#WealthMindset

In this inspiring episode of The Fuel Run Recover Podcast, I sat down with runner, community builder, and FTR Club member Maria Cefali to talk about rediscovering the joy of running after time away—and what it means to connect with the best version of yourself through movement.Maria began running 18 years ago, driven by a simple curiosity: What would happen if I just showed up? Since then, she's completed 11 half marathons and turned her love of running into a community experience and charitable effort, raising over $12,000 for Sleep in Heavenly Peace Winnipeg.After a few quieter seasons, Maria made the decision to return to running with renewed purpose—and this time, with support. She shares what led her to join The Fuel Train Recover Club, how nutrition changed her relationship with training, and the surprising mindset shifts that helped her line up with confidence at the 2024 BMO Half Marathon.We chat about:✅ What inspired Maria to return to running after time away✅ Why she decided to invest in coaching and nutrition support✅ The most impactful and surprising lessons she learned✅ How this training cycle felt different—mentally and physically✅ Her advice for runners trying to find their rhythm againWhether you're a seasoned runner or trying to get back into a groove, Maria's story is a reminder that it's never too late to show up for yourself.Looking for the resources mentioned in today's episode?⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your free fueling and strength training guide for runners here⁠⁠⁠⁠And, learn more about working with me inside the ⁠Fuel Train Recover Club here!⁠

Send us a textEpisode TitleCrowned with Glory: Rediscovering Your Worth in the Majesty of God (Psalm 8)Episode SummaryDo you ever feel small, unseen, or unimportant?Psalm 8 speaks directly into those moments of insecurity. In this episode of Counseling Through the Psalms, James Long, Jr. explores how David takes us from awe at God's majesty to wonder at our worth. This psalm affirms that even though we are small in the grand scale of creation, we are not forgotten—we are crowned with glory and entrusted with purpose.Whether you're struggling with identity, battling shame, or trying to reclaim a sense of meaning in your life, Psalm 8 shows you where your true value is found: not in what you do, but in the One who made you.Key TakeawaysGod's majesty doesn't diminish your worth; it defines it.Even in your weakness, God displays His strength through you.Your dignity is not earned by performance, but given by grace.The image of God in you reflects your design, your calling, and your purpose.Jesus fulfills Psalm 8, restoring the broken image of God in us and renewing our calling to reflect His glory.Scripture FocusPsalm 8:1–9Genesis 1:26–28Hebrews 2:6–91 Corinthians 15:27Psalm 113:5–6Romans 8:19–21Reflect and RespondWhen have you felt insignificant or overlooked? How does Psalm 8 speak to that?What does it mean to you that God is mindful of you?How does being crowned with glory and honor reshape your view of yourself?Where do you see the image of God in someone you struggle to love?How can you reflect God's glory in your current season of life?What verse from Psalm 8 do you most need to meditate on this week?Resources and LinksJoin the Community: https://jameslongjr.org/signupnowFree Navigator Level: https://community.jameslongjr.orgSubscribe and FollowListen to Lessons for Life with James Long, Jr. on your preferred podcast platform:Apple Podcasts: https://jameslongjr.org/applepodcastSpotify: https://jameslongjr.org/spotifyAmazon Music: https://jameslongjr.org/amazonmusicGoogle Podcasts: https://jameslongjr.org/googlepodcastYouTube: https://jameslongjr.org/youtubeConnect and ShareInstagram: @drjameslongjr – https://jameslongjr.org/instagramFacebook: https://jameslongjr.org/facebookYouTube: https://jameslongjr.org/youtubeHashtag: #LessonsForLifePodcast ABOUT JAMES AND LESSONS FOR LIFEAre you longing to find answers to the deeper issues of life? Join Dr. James Long, Jr., a pastor, counselor, and university professor with over 30 years of experience. Hear James as he tackles some of life's biggest questions and helps us find God's solutions to life's struggles. Learn the power of living by God's grace and for His glory. Experience the joy of forgiveness and freedom found in Jesus Christ alone. If you are in search of freedom, you will love being part of this conversation. Subscribe, and enjoy the show! LinksWebsite – https://jameslongjr.org/Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/drjameslongjrInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjameslongjr/Apple Podcast – https://jameslongjr.org/applepodcastGoogle Podcast – https://jameslongjr.org/googlepodcast

Today's guest is Janna "Starshine" Jones, a survivor of Stage IIb Melanoma, leading her to become a volunteer for several organizations and a member of the Board of Directors for Epic Experience. Starshine is Janna's Epic Experience Camp name, and it fits her so perfectly. She shines as bright as the stars and radiates joy and love.We talk about the power of community, rediscovering play in our lives, connecting with others in this "cancer club", journalling, perseverance and finding joy in even the hard times, and so much more! Resources:AIM at Melanoma Foundation: https://www.aimatmelanoma.org/Epic Experience: https://www.epicexperience.org/Be Well Therapy: https://www.bewelltherapy.net/Janna's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janna.jones.775Follow:Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/melissagrosboll/My website: https://melissagrosboll.comEmail me: drmelissagrosboll@gmail.com

Feeling drained or at a crossroads? Join Sean Erickson as he discusses the importance of sabbaticals, self-awareness, and building community to find fulfillment and embrace new directions in your life and career.

In this episode of the Culture Eats Everything podcast, Host Tom Willis sits down with former superintendent Dan Cox, who opens up about the hidden pressures school leaders face.

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The Calling to Reorient the Self How can the sacred be recovered in a world fractured by autonomy and fragmentation? In this deeply personal episode of Kainos on The Lectern, recorded during a session hosted by Alexander Beiner on Kainos, John Vervaeke shares reflections from his recent pilgrimage across Europe—what he calls the Philosophical Silk Road. Weaving through sacred conversations and historic locations, he explores profound ideas like theosis, theoria, and voluntary necessity, inviting listeners into a lived philosophy of sacred participation. From Istanbul to Rome to Amsterdam, each location becomes a catalyst for insight and inner transformation. Vervaeke challenges the Enlightenment's idolization of autonomy and points toward a new possibility: a spirituality of finite transcendence, rooted in embodied knowing and dialogical belonging. This episode offers a raw and unfiltered account of mystical experience, intellectual shift, and spiritual disorientation—all in service of rediscovering what it means to be in contact with reality, in its fullest, most sacred form. Find more of Alexander Beiner's work at https://beiner.substack.com/ and https://www.studiokainos.com/. If you would like to donate purely out of goodwill to support John's work, please consider joining our Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/johnvervaeke  The Vervaeke Foundation is committed to advancing the scientific pursuit of wisdom and creating a significant impact on the world. https://vervaekefoundation.org/  If you would like to learn and engage regularly in practices that are informed, developed and endorsed by John and his work, visit Awaken to Meaning's calendar to explore practices that enhance your virtues and foster deeper connections with reality and relationships. https://awakentomeaning.com/join-practice/    John Vervaeke:  https://johnvervaeke.com/ https://twitter.com/vervaeke_john  https://www.youtube.com/@johnvervaeke https://www.patreon.com/johnvervaeke   Notes: (00:00) The Philosophical Silk Road: Opening Reflections (03:00)  "You can go through not an argument, but a passage…and it causes you to fundamentally change how you're seeing and being in the world." – John Vervaeke (03:00) (3:30)  Reclaiming Theoria: Pilgrimage, Contemplation, and the Sacred (06:00) Encountering Maximus the Confessor in Istanbul (07:00) Sufism and Neoplatonism in Spain with Thomas Cheetham (08:00) Athens, Plato, and Embodied Practice (09:30) Rome, Bishop Maximus, and Descending into Mystery (11:00) Amsterdam, Spinoza, and the Liminal Threshold (12:00) Theosis as Transformation through Participation (16:30) From Autonomy to Theo-Agency: Voluntary Necessity (21:00) Dialogical Contact vs. Individual Expression (28:00) Toward a Shared Sense of Sacredness: Pluralism and Depth (32:00) Holding Finitude and Transcendence Together (36:30) Final Thoughts: Who Am I Now?   Ideas, People, and Works Mentioned in This Episode Maximus the Confessor Ibn Arabi Clement of Alexandria Gregory of Nyssa Jonathan Pageau Thomas Cheetham Charles Stang Bishop Maximus Jason Vervaeke Spinoza Plotinus Pierre Hadot William Desmond Samantha Harvey, Orbital Capobianco Julian Jaynes Drew A. Hyland Neoplatonism Theoria, Theophany, Kenosis, Henosis “Absolute Zero” Practice The Dialogical Self Agency and Communion Finite Transcendence     Attribution This conversation was recorded during a session hosted by Alexander Beiner for Kainos. Learn more at https://beiner.substack.com/ and https://www.studiokainos.com/.  

Rediscovering Yourself After Betrayal: Part 2In this episode of Healing With Worth, hosts Naomi and Marquelle continue their discussion on rediscovering yourself after betrayal trauma. They emphasize the importance of trust in oneself and in Christ, noting that the healing process takes time and effort. The hosts share their personal stories, tools, and strategies to navigate and recover from trauma. They highlight the value of having a pre-planned strategy, self-forgiveness, and the role of grace in the healing journey. The episode encourages listeners to focus on personal growth, understanding their values, and building new, authentic connections.00:00 Introduction to Healing With Worth00:45 Rediscovering Yourself After Betrayal - Part 201:01 Trusting Yourself and the Healing Process02:19 Tools and Resources for Recovery03:01 Navigating Triggers and Trauma Responses08:57 Grace and Self-Forgiveness13:41 The Journey of Self-Discovery19:01 Moving Forward and Setting Boundaries22:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

John and Mike continue their conversation. In Part 1, Mike shared his journey from being an entrepreneur to becoming a strategic advisor, author, and creator of the DecideFast app. In this episode, Mike explains how the DecideFast app works, what inspired him to build it, and why he believes it can be life-changing. They also discuss authenticity, masculinity, leadership, and much more. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - DecideFast app [02:09] - Who the app is for & its functionality [04:48] - The thinking behind the app [06:10] - What's next for Mike [07:24] - Building a community around the app [08:43] - How Mike improves his significant relationships [10:30] - Healthy masculinity and why society often mislabels it as toxic [12:14] - The broken bridge analogy [14:53] - Complaining vs. action in relationships [17:57] - John's belief in the institution of marriage [22:33] - Mike's definition of success [23:47] - Traits of a great leader [24:56] - How Mike invests in his growth [25:27] - Best way to connect with Mike [27:23] - Books recommendation [27:34] - Podcasts Mike listens to most [28:20] - John's book, The F6 Secrets of Relationships [30:59] - Closing thoughts NOTABLE QUOTES: “Fix yourself first. You do whatever you can to try to save that marriage. And if, at that point, the marriage doesn't work, then it's time to move on.” “You gotta become the best version of yourself to be able to lead anybody. Because if you can't lead yourself, you can't lead anybody else.” “Be yourself. Just be authentic. Don't try to be anything you're not. When you're authentic, you attract the right person anyway.” “A lot of times, people focus on the exterior, the outside world. You've got to fix the inside world first. If you fix that, the inside world, you're going to be pretty good in life.” BOOKS MENTIONED: The Way of the Superior Man: A Spiritual Guide to Mastering the Challenges of Women, Work, and Sexual Desire by David Deida (https://a.co/d/dy5bNSu) Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill (https://a.co/d/aahwGeE) The 7 Love Agreements by Dr. Douglas Weiss (https://a.co/d/5ssuwF3) PODCAST MENTIONED: The Game with Alex Hormozi (https://tinyurl.com/TheGamePodcastAH) CONTENT CREATORS MENTIONED: Brian Tracy (https://www.instagram.com/thebriantracy/) Gary Vaynerchuk (https://www.instagram.com/garyvee/) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://mikepedersen.com/ https://decidefastapp.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepedersen/ https://www.instagram.com/michaeltpedersen/ https://www.instagram.com/decidefastapp/ https://www.facebook.com/mikepedersen https://www.facebook.com/getdecidefast https://x.com/mikepedersen https://x.com/decidefastapp Man Awakened: Rediscovering Purpose and Vitality After 50 (https://a.co/d/aAHCtao) Atomic Actions: Experience Transformative Breakthroughs and Unstoppable Momentum (https://a.co/d/gYzOol4) Dominate Your Market: NO BS Impact Strategies to Explode Your Business Revenues, Have More Energy, and Get the Life You Really Want (https://a.co/d/j3wkZcG) CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://iamjohnhulen.com    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen    X - https://x.com/johnhulen    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA    EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

Are screens making learning shallower? In this episode, we explore why handwriting and reading on paper boost comprehension and brain engagement—and why it's time to bring pencils and printed books back into homeschool routines. Show notes are at https://www.4onemore.com/318

Ironman prep is back. This episode is devoted to my Ironman Prep Season 3 for the Ironman Arizona race on November 16, 2025. In it, we'll discuss the physical and mental challenges, training schedule, and how this prep will differ due to my increased responsibilities. It cover fuel strategies, training specifics, and the balance between personal goals and professional commitments.CHAPTERS:01:55 Why Ironman Now?06:58 Rediscovering the Love for Cycling09:30 Balancing Life and Training15:22 The Importance of Setting Goals18:03 Reflecting on Past Ironman Experiences39:13 New Training Strategies and Nutrition53:11 Fueling for Success01:00:38 YouTube Series ComingORDER MY BOOK HERE:https://www.amazon.com/Go-One-More-Intentional-Life-Changing/dp/1637746210FOLLOW:Become a BPN member FOR FREE - Unlock 20% off FOR LIFEhttps://bpn.team/memberIG: instagram.com/nickbarefitness/YT: youtube.com/@nickbarefitness